9/2
Racewars:
It’s a car show! It’s a racing event! It’s more! Car enthusiasts from all over the USA are talking about it. Texas Motorplex, 7500 W. Hwy. 287. For more information, call (972) 878-2641 or visit www.texasmotorplex.com.
9/5
MHMR: G.L.O.W. GROUP:
This Grow, Live, Obtain, Wellness group promotes nutrition education with hands-on experiences preparing meals and learning about health, wellness, and physical activity. In this group, caregivers will practice healthy eating strategies they can build into their daily routines. Free. Registration is required as space is limited. 9:30-10:30 a.m., Ennis Welcome Center, 201 NW Main St. Please register by clicking the link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/step-into-summer-ennis-tickets-617238405687?aff=oddtdtcreator.
9/8-9/9
Patriot Day BBQ Bash:
We will never forget. Sanctioned by Outlaw BBQ Association. Brisket/pork ribs/chicken Cookoff: $185 individual team entry. Guaranteed payout: $3,500 (3 meats). Jackpot for pinto beans/dessert/mystery meat. A portion of the proceeds and any prize money donated back will go to a local “1st Responder” nonprofit. Downtown Ennis. For more information, contact Geoeffery Williams at [email protected] or (972) 878-2625.
9/15
Senior Night at the Football Game:
Come join the senior student recognition as the Lions take on the Corsicana Tigers at Lion Memorial Stadium. Kickoff: 7:00 p.m. Electronic tickets only, available at https://gofan.co/app/school/TX16066.
9/12
Friends of the Library Meeting:
Noon-1:00 p.m., at the library’s temporary home, 115 W. Brown St.
9/16
8th Annual C10s in the Park: Family, friends and trucks. “The Largest C10 Gathering in the South.” Come view 1,200 of the coolest classic trucks on the planet. 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Getzendaner Park, 400 S. Grand Ave., Waxahachie.
9/30
Texas Motorplex Night Lights Sky Lantern Festival:
Texas Motorplex, 7500 W. Hwy. 287. For more information, call (972) 878-2641 or visit www.texasmotorplex.com. or https://www.nightlightsevent.com.
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.
Mondays and Wednesdays
Chess Classes:
Free for all ages. 3:00-5:30 p.m., at the Ennis Public Library’s temporary home, 115 W. Brown St. For more information, call the library at (972) 875-5360.
Tuesdays
Rotary Club of Ennis Meeting:
Lunch, club business and program. Noon, First United Methodist Church, 300 N. Sherman St.
Second Tuesdays
Ennis Masonic Lodge #369 Meeting:
7:00 p.m., 209 N. Dallas Street.
National Active and Retired Federal Employees Chapter 1191 Meeting:
1:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., rotating between Corsicana, Ennis and Waxahachie. For more information, contact (972) 775-2463 or [email protected].
Wednesdays
Ennis Host Lions Club Meeting:
Noon, Tabernacle Baptist Church, 1200 Country Club Rd.
First Thursdays
Sip, Shop & Stroll:
Come enjoy some sips, bites and special deals with our wonderful downtown merchants. 5:00-8:00 p.m., Downtown Ennis. Call the Ennis Welcome Center at (972) 878-4748 for more information.
Saturdays Through October
Ennis Bluebonnet Market:
Come see the variety of fresh produce, hand-crafted items and unique products from area farmers, craftsmen, artists and specialty vendors. 8:00 a.m.-noon, North Dallas Street. For more information, visit https://ennistx.com/choose-ennis/farmers-market.