Weekends Through 5/27
Scarborough Renaissance Festival:
Fun 16th century style. Handmade crafts, artisan demonstrations, festival food. 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., 2511 FM 66, Waxahachie.
5/1
Daddy Daughter Dance Reservations:
Dance is 6/14. $30 per couple. Midlothian Conference Center, 1 Community Circle Dr. Tickets go fast and are available by phone at (972) 775-7125.
5/9
ROSE Award Luncheon and Fundraiser:
Hosted by Ellis Christian Women’s Job Corps to recognize women in business committed to serving the community. Guest speaker is Kim Gilson, owner of Excellivate — Activating the Excellence in You.11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., The Graily, 716 Dunaway St., Waxahachie. Call (972) 937-6620 for more information. Tickets may be purchased at elliscwjc.life.
5/11
Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off:
Voucher required. $20 residents, within city limits; $95 nonresident extraterritorial jurisdiction. Purchase from the Utility Billing office, 102 W. Ave. E., Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Drop-offs from 9:00-11:00 a.m., Public Works Service Yard, 1050 Hwy. 67.
Le Freak Beats:
Free concert sponsored by Centennial Roofing. Bring chairs and blankets for lawn seating. 7:30-9:30 p.m., Community Park, 3601 S. 14th St.
5/18
Wildflower Walk:
9:00 a.m., Mockingbird Nature Park, 1361 Onward Road.
Janie Fricke in Concert:
Doors open: 7:00 p.m.; start time: 8:00 p.m., The Texas Theater, 110 W. Main St., Waxahachie. For ticket information, visit https://thetxtheater.com.
5/24-5/26
The National Polka Festival:
Come help the city of Ennis celebrate 57 years of Czech heritage and traditions. Enjoy a weekend of polka dancing with 15 live polka bands including Grammy Award winning Brave Combo and the Josh Abbott Band Country Concert on Saturday night! Visit www.nationalpolkafestival.com for more information including admission, band schedules, food and hall locations.
6/1
Pancake Breakfast Fly-In/Drive-In:
Classic airplanes and fighters, helicopter and airplane rides, Midlothian Classic Wheels Club, live music, children’s activities and more! Free. Mid-Way Regional Airport entrance and parking. Breakfast Tickets: $3-$7. 8:00-11:00 a.m. For more information, call (972) 923-0080.
Movie in the Park:
Featured movie: Trolls Band Together. 7:30 p.m., Community Park, 3601 S. 14th 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 and Thursdays
Story Tots!:
Free zoo animal story time for preschoolers. 10:00-11:00 a.m., A.H. Meadows Library, 922 S. 9th St. Please register for only one per week: Midlothian.Libcal.com.
Second and Fourth Wednesdays
Jesus Feeds Us:
Free grocery distribution. 2:00 p.m. until supplies run out, Midlothian Church of Christ, 1627 N. Hwy. 67.
Thursdays
Celebrate Recovery Meeting:
A Christ-centered recovery program designed to help those struggling with hurts, habits and hang-ups. 7:00 p.m., The Lighthouse Church, 1400 N. 9th St. For more details, email [email protected].
Saturdays
Midlothian Farmers Market:
Saturdays through November. 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Downtown Heritage Park, 234 N. 8th St.