Through-12/9
Ellis Christian Women’s Job Corps:
Classes Tuesdays-Thursdays, covering computer skills, Bible study, boundaries, money management, résumé writing and more. 8:00 a.m.-noon, 3084 W. Hwy. 287 Bypass, Waxahachie. Learn more at http://elliscwjc.eba.life/ or by calling Lauri Henderson at (972) 937-6620.
12/1
Christmas Tree Lighting:
Musical accompaniment for the reading of The Christmas Story and official lighting of the new city Christmas tree. Rain out date: Dec. 2. 6:00 p.m., Heritage Park, 234 N. 8th St.
Beauville:
Storytime, games, cookies, cocoa and more for families. 4:00-6:00 p.m., Navarro College Midlothian Campus, 899 Mt. Zion Rd.
12/3-12-12
Bethlehem Revisited:
Step back in time, over 2000 years ago, and walk the streets of ancient Bethlehem as Mary and Joseph did on the night of Christ’s birth. Fridays-Sundays: 6:00-9:00 p.m., 402 N. College St., Waxahachie.
12/4
Southern Star Christmas Festivities:
Arts and crafts booths, food vendors, selfies with Santa, letters to Santa, make-and-take crafts and shopping. Toys for Tots donations accepted. 1:00-5:00 p.m., Heritage Park, 234 N. 8th St.
Grinch Pics With Pets:
Bring your own camera or purchase professional pictures of your family and pets. 2:00-6:00 p.m., The Forgotten Ones Animal Rescue, 3225 U.S. 287.
A Storybook Christmas Light-Up Parade:
Annual parade with recognition: Storybook Wonder Award – Best Use of Theme; Celebration Illumination Award – Best Use of Lights; Unforgettable Holiday Award – Most Original and Most Enchanted Award – Judges Overall Choice. 6:00 p.m., beginning at Avenue B and North 8th Street and ending at Avenue F and Overlook.
VistaTurf’s Night of Lights:
Millions of twinkling lights, music and carolers. Free entry with an unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. 6:00-9:00 p.m.; Santa and Buddy the Elf arrive at 6:30 p.m., Earthtones Greenery, 810 E. Main St.
12/5
Pet Photos With Santa:
Hearts and Tails of Hope Pet Rescue hosts pictures with the whole family. 1:00-5:00 p.m., 116 N. 8th St.
Drive-Thru Christmas ADVENTure:
Walk through the four weeks of Advent activities ending with a live nativity. 6:00-8:00 p.m., First United Methodist Church of Midlothian, 800 S. 9th St.
12/10
Merry Movie Night:
Outdoor showing of the holiday classic, Elf. Free. 6:30-8:30 p.m., Midlothian Community Park, 3601 S. 14th St. For more information, call (972) 775-7177.
12/11-12/12
TICA All Breed Cat Show:
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Sunday: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Ellis County Expo Center, 2300 W. 287 Bypass, Waxahachie.
Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays
StoryTots!:
Stories, songs, crafts and snacks for ages 2 through pre-kindergarten. One program offered thrice weekly. Limited to 20 and pre-registration required. Mondays and Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m.; Saturdays: 11:00 a.m., A.H. Meadows Library, 923 S. 9th St. Register at www.midlothian.tx.us/504/A-H-Meadows-Library.
Third Wednesdays
Lancaster Women’s Connection:
Welcoming Christian women in Ellis County. Cost is $15 which includes lunch, a special feature and a Stonecroft Speaker. Reservations due Thursday prior to the monthly meeting. 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Country View Golf Course, 240 W. Belt Line Rd., Lancaster. Contact Dee Ann Ellis at [email protected] or (972) 921-6221.
Thursdays
Midway Composite Squadron of Civil Air Patrol/ U.S. Air Force Auxiliary:
Cadets ages 12-18 and Senior Members 18-plus. 6:45-9:00 p.m., Mid-Way Regional Airport, 131 Airport Dr. Visit www.gocivilairpatrol.com.
Celebrate Recovery Meeting:
A Christ-centered recovery program designed to help those struggling with hurts, habits and hang-ups. 7:00-9:00 p.m., The Lighthouse Church, 1400 N. 9th St. For more information, email [email protected].