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.
8/1-8/2
MHS Kids Theatre Camp:
Students who have completed kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to participate in theater-based games, crafts, singing and dancing. $100 per student includes camp T-shirt, take-home crafts and props. Students must bring a sack lunch. Snacks will be available for purchase. Space is limited. 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. with a 3:30 p.m. performance presentation on day two. MHS Black Box Theatre, 923 S. 9th St. Register and pay at https://l.ead.me/WonkyFun.
8/3
Mayor’s Back-to-School Bash:
Open to all MISD students, activities include face painting, rides, water slides, games, candy cannon, talent showcase and more. Elementary school supply packets available while supplies last. 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Frank Seale Middle School, 700 George Hopper Rd. For more details, email [email protected] or call (972) 775-1800.
Movie in the Park:
Free showing of The Super Mario Brothers Movie. Bring snacks and chairs or blankets for lawn seating. Movie starts at dusk. 7:30-9:30 p.m., Community Park, 3601 S. 14th St. Rainout date 8/10.
8/11
POP-UP Sunday:
Backpack Blessings during each worship service, Sunday School promotions for children and youth and a carnival featuring games, face painting, balloon artist and carnival food. Services are 8:30 a.m., 9:45 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 12:30-2:00 p.m. Carnival begins after 11:00 a.m. service. FMC Midlothian, 800 S. 9th St.
8/20
All Booked Up Readers Club:
Adults are invited to read Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano and join the club for discussion. Free. 5:30 p.m., A.H. Meadows Library (inside of Midlothian High School), 923 S. 9th St.
Weekdays
Library Events:
Daily events for a range of ages, from Baby Sign Storytime and Crafty Adventures, to How to Survive A Zombie Apocalypse and more. A.H. Meadows Public Library, 923 S. 9th St. Visit https://midlothian.libcal.com for schedules.
Fourth Mondays Through November
Creative Quilters 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 details.
Second and Fourth Wednesdays
Jesus Feeds Us:
Free grocery distribution. 2:00 p.m. until supplies run out, Midlothian Church of Christ, 1627 N. Hwy. 67.
Thursdays
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.