12/1
City Christmas Tree Lighting:
Musical accompaniment for the reading of The Christmas Story and official tree lighting. Bring a new, unwrapped toy for Manna House. 6:00 p.m., Heritage Park, 234 N. 8th St. Rain out date, Dec. 2.
12/3
Jingle Belles 5K and Rubies Fun Run:
Hosted by the Heritage Belles Booster Club, a portion of proceeds benefits Bridges Foundation. All racers receive Cox Racing chipped bibs, timing and running bells. One-mile fun run: 8:00 a.m.; 5K: 8:30 a.m., Midlothian Community Park, 3601 S. 14th St. Learn more at https://JingleBellesRun.itsyourrace.com/register/.
Southern Star Christmas Celebration:
Parade and outdoor festivities, including selfies with Santa and children’s activities, and an outdoor holiday market. Festivities: 1:00-5:00 p.m., Heritage Park, 234 N. 8th St.; parade: 6:00 p.m., Downtown North 8th St.
12/4
Jingle Beats:
Presented by First Class Productions, free holiday concert featuring Center 313. Bring chairs and blankets for lawn seating. 6:00-7:30 p.m., Midlothian Community Park Amphitheater, 3601 S. 14th St.
12/9
The Polar Express:
Free movie sponsored by Methodist Midlothian Medical Center and In-N-Out Burger. Bring chairs and blankets for lawn seating. 6:30 p.m., Community Park 3601 S. 14th St.
12/10
Bikes for Tykes:
Bring a fully assembled bike or donation for a local underprivileged child. All donors will be entered into a drawing for a free whole home air purification system from Texas Ace Heating & Air. 8:00 a.m., Jimmy’s Pizza, 300 N. 8th St. Call (817) 240-6701 with questions.
12/10-12/11
Christmas Tour of Homes:
See some of the best decorated houses in Waxahachie. $10-$25. 2:00-8:00 p.m. For ticket information, visit historicwaxahachie.com.
12/11
38th Annual Ellis County Toy Run:
10:00-11:00 a.m., Heritage Park. 234 N. 8th Street. For more information, visit https://midlothian.tx.us/Calendar.aspx?EID=13728&month=12&year=2022&day=15&calType=0.
12/25
Christmas at the Coffee Bar:
Celebrate Christ’s birth at this 1-hour family service. 11:00 a.m., Lighthouse Coffee Bar, 1404 N. 9th St.
Second Tuesdays
National Active and Retired Employees:
Monthly luncheon featuring guest speaker. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., at various restaurants. Email [email protected] or call (972) 775-2463 for more information.
Wednesdays
DivorceCare:
Group sharing for those who have gone through or are going through divorce. DivorceCare for Kids ages 5-12 meets at the same time. Care for younger children available. 6:30-8:00 p.m., First United Methodist Church Family Life Center, 800 S. 9th St. For more information, call (972) 775-3993.
Third Wednesdays
Lancaster Women’s Connection:
Welcoming all women in Ellis County to its once-a-month event. 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
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].