1/3, 1/10 and 1/24
VFW Bingo Night:
No bingo on the 17th. 5:00 p.m., 1405 N. I-35 E, Waxahachie.
1/8
State of the Chamber Luncheon:
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Midlothian Conference Center, 1 Community Circle Dr. Register at www.midlothianchamber.org.
1/10-1/12
Shine Your Light for Jesus:
Local organizers invite residents to turn on porch lights, lawn spotlights or projectors, leaving them on for three days, in the spirit of letting lights shine to glorify Christ. Learn more on Facebook @MidlothianShineYourLightforJesus or email [email protected].
1/17
Winter Ball:
Free dinner, dancing and prizes for adults with disabilities. Formal attire. Parents/guardians must accompany minors. 5:30-7:30 p.m., Midlothian Civic Center, 224 S. 11th St. For more information, contact Bridges Training Foundation at (469) 672-6902 or email [email protected].
1/23
Annual Awards Gala:
Enjoy “A Night Among the Stars” as Midlothian Chamber of Commerce recognizes members and businesses of the year. 6:00-8:00 p.m., Midlothian Conference Center, 1 Community Circle Dr. Learn more at www.midlothianchamber.org.
1/27
Christian Women’s Job Corps Classes:
Free 12-week training program including Microsoft programs, money management, résumé writing and interviewing, Bible study and more. CWJC will also offer a free ESL class in Ferris in January. Call (972) 937-6620 for more information or visit www.elliscwjc.life.
Mentor Community Connection:
Learn from a renowned guest speaker, individuals and businesses involved in mentoring struggling teens. 7:00-8:30 p.m., FBC Midlothian Student Center, 1680 S. Midlothian Pkwy. May also attend virtually. Register at www.mentors.care/2025-mentor-community-connection.
Fourth Mondays Through November
Creative Quilters Guild of Ellis County:
Social time, business meeting, show and tell program. Sign-in/social time begins: 6:00 p.m.; meeting: 6:30 p.m., Waxahachie Bible Church, 621 N. Grand Avenue, Waxahachie. Learn more at elliscountyquilters.com. Email [email protected] for more details.
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 details.
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 Methodist Church Family Life Center, 800 S. 9th St. Call (972) 775-3993 for more details.
Third Wednesdays
Waxahachie Women’s Connection Luncheon:
Cost: $15 and includes lunch, a special feature and a Stonecroft speaker. Reservations due each Thursday before the meeting which is held 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Waxahachie Country Club, 1920 W. Hwy. 287 Business. For more details, contact Dee Ann Ellis at (972) 921-6221 or [email protected].
Thursdays
Midway Composite Squadron of Civil Air Patrol/ U.S. Air Force Auxiliary:
Cadets ages 12-18 and Senior Members 18-plus. 6:45-9:00 p.m., Mid-Way Regional Airport, 131 Airport Dr. Visit www.gocivilairpatrol.com.
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].
Third Saturdays
Urban Well Food Pantry:
Everyone receives a large box of fresh foods while supplies last. 9:30-10:30 a.m., Creekside Church, 5491 E. Hwy. 287. Text (817) 944-0318 to volunteer.