8/1
Ellis Christian Women’s Job Corps’ Fall Class Registration Begins:
Free courses include computer training, Bible study, money management, setting boundaries, résumé writing and interviewing. Classes are August 30-November 17: Tuesday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays: 6:00-9:00 p.m., 100 Chamber Circle, Ste. 1008, Waxahachie. Learn more at http://elliscwjc.life/ or by calling Lauri Henderson at (972) 937-6620.
8/3
Legislative Luncheon:
Midlothian Chamber presents State Representative Brian Harrison. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Midlothian Conference Center, 1 Community Circle Dr. Register at www.midlothianchamber.org/events-calendar.
8/5, 8/10, 8/25, 8/31
Foster Care/Adoption Event:
Adults interested in fostering and/or adopting children are invited to a live online session with Presbyterian Children’s Homes and Services. Times vary. For a link, call (512) 212-5700 or email [email protected]. A partner with the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS), the agency has offices across Texas.
8/6
Movies in the Park:
This month’s community movie is Clifford the Big Red Dog. Bring chairs and blankets for lawn seating. Free. 7:00-9:00 p.m., Hawkins Spring Park, 1498 FM 1387. Movie starts at dusk.
8/7
Back to School Bonanza:
Special Kids Service: 10:00 a.m.; family-friendly blowout for all ages after church with hamburgers, snow cones, water games, activities and giveaways. Please bring swimwear and/or extra pair of clothes: Noon-2:00 p.m., The Lighthouse Church, 1400 N. 9th Street.
8/19
Summer Beats:
Free rock concert featuring country music with Amanda Kate Ferris. Bring chairs and blankets for lawn seating. 7:00-9:00 p.m., Midlothian Community Park Art Pierard Memorial Amphitheater, 3601 S. 14th St.
8/26
Sporting Clay Classic:
Benefiting the Ellis County Children’s Advocacy Center, this event supports responsible, lawful, gun ownership and promotes safety and sportsmanship. 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Ellis County Sportsmans Club, 407 W. Sterrett Rd., Waxahachie. Purchase tickets at www.elliscountycac.org/events.
8/30-11/29
Become a Texas Master Naturalist:
The Indian Trail Master Naturalist training program, covering Ellis and Navarro counties, teaches about Texas weather, geology, animals, plants, insects, fish, birds, aquatic systems, land stewardship and more. Trainees meet once a week in Waxahachie on Tuesday nights from 6:00-9:00 p.m., in addition to attending three Saturday field trips. Class space is limited. Learn more or apply at https://txmn.org/indiantrail/about/become-a-master-naturalist/ or contact [email protected].
Fourth Mondays through November
Creative Quilters Guild of Ellis County:
Sign-in begins at 6:00 p.m.; meeting at 6:30 p.m., Waxahachie Bible Church, 621 N. Grand Avenue, Waxahachie. For more informatio, visit elliscountyquilters.com.
First Tuesdays
Bluegrass Night:
6:00-8:00 p.m., Lighthouse Coffee Bar, 1404 N. 9th 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.
Third Saturdays
Creekside Church Drive-thru Food Pantry:
Everyone receives a generous box of staples, vegetables, eggs/dairy and frozen meat while supplies last. 9:30-10:30 a.m., Creekside Church, 5491 E. Hwy. 287.