3/4
FFA Tune Up Show & Auction:
Show: 9:00 a.m.; auction: noon, FFA Ag Barn, 1851 Mockingbird Ln.
3/6
Parenting Workshop Series:
A series of workshops for parents, covering timely parenting topics. Free. 6:30-7:30 p.m., Ovilla United Methodist Church, 1403 Red Oak Creek Rd., Ovilla. For information, call (972) 617-8840.
3/18
Spring Craft Show & Market:
Benefiting the MHS Class of 2023 Project Graduation, this event includes crafts, boutiques, concessions and prizes. 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Photos with the Easter Bunny: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Midlothian Civic Center, 224 S. 11th Street.
Kids’ Crafty Saturday-Saint Patrick’s Day:
A fun event for first- through fifth-graders with Saint Patrick’s Day themed crafts, story time and snacks. Space is limited to 30 participants, so sign up early. 11:00 a.m.-noon, A.H. Meadows Library, 923 S. 9th St. Register at https://www.midlothian.tx.us/Activities/Activity/Detail/Kids-Crafty-Saturday-14.
3/23-4/1
Ellis County Stock Show & Rodeo:
Supporting the 4-H and FFA youth of Ellis County. Multiple events scheduled daily. 2300 Hwy. 287 N., Waxahachie. Learn more at ecyexpo.com.
3/24-3/25
Midlothian’s Got Talent:
Sponsored by the Midlothian High School Choir Boosters and showcasing local talent. 7:00-10:00 p.m., MHS Auditorium, 923 S. 9th St. For participation details, email [email protected].
3/25
North Ellis County Market:
Free for attendees. A showcase of businesses around the community and what they have to offer. 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Red Oak Municipal Building, 200 Lakeview Pkwy. Call (972) 617-0906 for sponsorship or vendor information.
22nd Annual Lawn & Garden Expo:
Hosted by Ellis County Master Gardeners. Keynote speakers from Fredericksburg’s Wildseed Farms and Austin’s LBJ Wildflower Center. Discussions of pocket prairies and pollination, plus Texas Discovery Gardens in the Children’s Workshop. 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Waxahachie Civic Center, 2000 Civic Center Lane, Waxahachie. Visit https://ecmga.com/ or follow on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ECMG for ticket locations.
2nd Annual Play Day!:
Bring your fishing poles, racquets and balls for a day of fun. Free refreshments and prizes. 6:00-10:00 p.m., Community Park Phase 2, 3601 S. 14th St. Enjoy the pop sounds of Mars Hill Band at the amphitheater at 8:00 p.m. Find more information at https://www.midlothian.tx.us/specialevents.
3/30
Denim and Diamonds Concert and Auction:
Gala benefiting Midlothian ISD Education Foundation. Tickets $75. 6:00-10:00 p.m., Bella Woods, 1888 N. 9th St. For more information, call (817) 689-8461 or email [email protected].
4/1
Spring Craft Fair:
Vendors hosted by Midlothian Band Boosters. 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Midlothian High School Cafeteria, 923 S. 9th St. For more information or to participate as a vendor, email [email protected].
Community Egg Hunt:
Bring your own basket for egg hunting by age groups plus photos with the Easter Bunny. A new inclusive hunt area has been added for this year. 10:00 a.m., Midlothian Community Park Baseball Fields, 3601 S. 14th St. Rainout date 4/7.
Wednesdays
DivorceCare:
For those who have gone through or are going through divorce. DivorceCare for Kids ages 5-12 meets at the same time. 6:30-8:00 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 800 S. 9th St. Call (972) 775-3993 for details.
Second and Fourth Wednesdays
Jesus Feeds Us:
Free grocery distribution. 3:00 p.m. until supplies run out, Midlothian Church of Christ, 1627 N. Hwy. 67.
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.