8/1
Ellis Christian Women’s Job Corps’ Fall Classes:
Register now for free courses ranging from computer training and money management to setting boundaries, résumé writing and interviewing. Classes begin 8/26 and run 12 weeks with morning and evening times available, Monday-Thursday. Learn more at http://elliscwjc.life/ or by calling (972) 937-6620.
8/2-8/4
The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley:
Waxahachie Community Theatre presents this family-friendly fair. Friday and Saturday: 7:30 p.m.; Sunday: 2:30 p.m., University Church, 221 Solon Rd. See waxahachiecommunitytheatre.com for tickets.
8/3
Yoga in the Park:
Come feel that stretch. Free. 9:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m., Railyard Park, 455 S. College St.
“In Our Waxahachie Era” Featuring Reputation:
Hear all your Taylor Swift favorites from this cover band. Free. 7:00-10:00 p.m., Railyard Park, 455 S. College St.
8/13-10/29
Become a Master Naturalist Training Program:
Receive training in wildlife and natural resource management focusing on the native ecosystems of Ellis and Navarro counties. $150. Classes on Tuesdays: 6:00-9:00 p.m.; as well as three Saturday morning field trips. Learn more attxmn.org/indiantrail/about/become-a-master-naturalist.
Last Sundays
Literary Ladies:
Discuss books and make friends. Free. 3:00 p.m., Paper Leaves Shop, 510 Water St.
First Mondays
Senior Citizen Dance:
Country music and dancing featuring Freightliner Band. Line dance class: 5:45 p.m.; band begins: 6:00 p.m., Optimist Center, 219 N. Patrick St. Call (469) 628-4819 for more information.
Wednesdays
Write On!:
Improve your writing skills and get your message across. Free. 3:00-4:00 p.m., Sims Library, 515 W. Main St.
Coding Club:
Learn to make websites, video games and apps. Free. 4:30-5:30 p.m., Sims Library, 515 W. Main St.
First Thursdays
Chamber of Commerce Lunch:
Meet fellow entrepreneurs. Free, but limited seating. Noon-1:00 p.m., Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce Board Room, 102 YMCA Dr. RSVP to [email protected].
Second Thursdays
Ladies Night Out:
Meet up with your girlfriends to shop till you drop. 5:00-8:00 p.m., Downtown Waxahachie.
Second Fridays
Homeschool Hangout:
Enjoy hanging with friends. Free. 2:00-3:00 p.m., Sims Library, 515 W. Main St.
Chess Club:
All ages and skill levels welcome. Free. 4:30-5:30 p.m., Sims Library, 515 W. Main St.
Last Fridays
Book Rapport:
Drop in and discuss this month’s read. Free. 5:30 p.m., Sims Library, 515 W. Main St.
Saturdays
LEGO Club:
Build your dreams with everyone’s favorite toy. 11:00 a.m., Sims Library, 515 W. Main St.
Downtown Waxahachie Farmers Market:
8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., 701 Howard Rd.
Fourth Saturdays
Sons of the American Revolution:
Men, come explore your patriot roots. Open to non-members. 9:00 a.m., Sims Library, 515 W. Main St. This is before the library is open, so ring the doorbell to be let in.
Weekly
Waxahachie Animal Shelter:
Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Saturday: 8:00-10:00 a.m., 191 Lions Park Rd.