8/11-8/27
Twelve Angry Men:
Following the closing arguments in a murder trial, the 12 members of the jury must deliberate, with a guilty verdict meaning death for the accused, an inner-city teen. For tickets and showtimes, visit https://www.theatrerocks.com. Theatre Rocks! 505 NW Main St. (972) 878-5126, [email protected].
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. For details, visit
8/16-8/25
Elvis Has Left the Building:
It’s December 20, 1970, and Elvis Presley has disappeared. No one, not even his wily manager, “The Colonel,” knows of his whereabouts. But the Colonel is all shook up because he has racked up a secret debt — and with the King himself missing, the only way to pay it off is to find an Elvis impersonator within 24 hours. Hijinks ensue as the Colonel takes desperate measures to replace a man who is irreplaceable, all while keeping the prying eyes of a nosy reporter at bay and figuring out what happened to the real Elvis. For tickets and showtimes, visit ennispublictheatre.com. Ennis Public Theatre, 113 N. Dallas St. (972) 878-7529, [email protected].
8/31-9/1
Blues on Main:
Come join us for an evening filled with smooth tunes and soulful blues in Downtown Ennis. Get ready to groove to the melodies of Bnois King Band featuring Texas Slim, Jay B and the Zydeco Posse and Larry Lampkin. Comedian Edwin Douglas will rock the house with laughter on Saturday and Sunday. Sunday’s Gospel Brunch will have the sounds of the Mark A. Turner Gospel Jazz Band and on-stage MC, Minister David Duke. This two-day event will be hosted by Unity in the Community of Ennis and the Ennis Main Street. Come enjoy live music with DJ Bubba Yae, MC Comedian, games, raffles and a host of other entertainers. Be prepared for mouth-watering food and merchandise vendors and a family-friendly Kid’s Zone. For more information, call (972) 878-4748 or visit https://visitennis.org/bluesonmain.htm.
Tuesdays
Rotary Club of Ennis Meeting:
Lunch, club business and program. Noon, The First United Methodist Church, 300 N. Sherman St.
Second Tuesdays
National Active and Retired Federal Employees Chapter 1191 Meeting:
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., rotating between Corsicana, Ennis and Waxahachie. For more information, contact (972) 775-2463 or [email protected].
Wednesdays
Ennis Host Lions Club Meeting:
Noon, Tabernacle Baptist Church, 1200 Country Club Rd.
First Thursdays
Sip, Shop & Stroll:
Come enjoy some sips, bites and special deals with our wonderful downtown merchants. 5:00-8:00 p.m., Downtown Ennis. Call the Ennis Welcome Center for more information at (972) 878-4748.
First Thursdays, Every Other Month
Ennis Retired School Personnel (ERSPA) Meeting:
Meets on even numbered months at the new EISD Transportation Building, 3105 Ensign Rd. For more information, contact BettyAnn Blazek at [email protected].
Saturdays
Ennis Bluebonnet Market:
Come see the variety of fresh produce, handcrafted items and unique products from area farmers, craftsmen, artists and specialty vendors. 8:00 a.m.-noon, downtown on North Dallas Street. For more information, visit https://ennistx.com/choose-ennis/farmers-market.
Fourth Saturdays
Bristol Opry:
This is a two-hour country music show with a six-piece band, featuring mainly local singers, concessions and free admission (donations accepted). 6:00 p.m., Old Bristol Schoolhouse, Union Hill Rd. at Church Street, just off FM 660. For more information, contact James Gatlin at (972) 351-2043.