7/1
Independence Day Parade:
The “Let Freedom Ring” parade steps off from Community Park and travels north on 14th Street. 10:00 a.m., 3601 S. 14th St. For details, visit www.midlothian.tx.us/IDParade.
7/3
Independence Day Fireworks:
MISD Multi-Purpose Stadium parking lot opens for viewing: 6:00 p.m.; stadium is not open for seating. Fireworks start: about 9:15 p.m., 1800 S. 14th St. Rain out date: July 5. For full details, visit https://www.midlothian.tx.us/708/Independence-Day-Fireworks.
7/6 and 7/19; 7/12 and 7/26
Free Craft Days:
Sessions limited to 30 participants. Ages 3-6 years: July 6 and 19; Ages 7-11 years: July 12 and 26. Registration opens seven days prior to events. 10:00-11:00 a.m., A.H. Meadows Library, 922 S. 9th St. Learn more at www.midlothian.tx.us/504/A-H-Meadows-Library.
7/8
Christmas in July Artisan Market:
Lots of vendors, including food trucks. We will be holding a raffle benefiting Manna House with lots of great prizes. Raffle tickets: $5 each. Noon-7:00 p.m., Midlothian Civic Center, 224 S. 11th St.
7/10-7/14
VBS at The Lighthouse:
This year’s theme is “On the Road Again.” Ages K-5 through fifth grade. 6:00-8:30 p.m., 1400 N. 9th Street.
7/14
Night Hike:
Explore the Texas prairie at night. Nature walk guided by members of the Texas Master Naturalists Indian Trail Chapter. 8:00-10:30 p.m., Mockingbird Nature Park, 1361 Onward Rd.
7/15
Cornhole Tournament:
Two-player team event benefiting Paws for Reflection Ranch. Live music, ranch tours and more. Registration: 3:00 p.m.; tournament: 4:00 p.m., 5431 Montgomery Rd. Call (972) 775-8966 or visit pawsforreflectionranch.org for more details.
Movies in the Park:
This month’s free community movie is The Bad Guys. 7:30-9:30 p.m., Community Park, 3601 S. 14th St. Rain-out date: July 29. Learn more at www.midlothian.tx.us/Movies.
7/21
5th Annual Parktopia:
Family fun including games, prizes, face-painting, balloon art, first-responder visits, refreshments, etc. Free. 6:00-9:00 p.m., Community Park, 3601 S. 14th St. Learn more at www.midlothian.tx.us/749/Parktopia.
7/28
Summer Beats:
Free concert featuring ScanT, ’80s party band. Food for purchase. Bring chairs and blankets for lawn seating. Coolers allowed. 7:30-9:30 p.m., Midlothian Community Park, 3601 S. 14th St.
Fourth Mondays Through November
Creative Quilters Guild of Ellis County:
Social time, business meeting, show and tell program. Sign-in: 6:00 p.m.; meeting: 6:30 p.m., Waxahachie Bible Church, 621 N. Grand Avenue, Waxahachie. Learn more at elliscountyquilters.com.
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. Call (972) 775-3993 for details.
Second and Fourth Wednesdays
Jesus Feeds Us:
Free grocery distribution. 3:00 p.m. until supplies run out, Midlothian Church of Christ, 1627 N. Hwy. 67.
Saturdays Through November 18
Midlothian Farmers Market:
Produce, food trucks, crafts and more. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Heritage Park, 234 N. 8th St.