3/8
Habitat Restoration:
Join Keep Ennis Beautiful, the Texas Conservation Alliance, and the US Army Corps of Engineers to help remove litter at Lake Barwell. We will have a supply of sunblock, insect repellant, shovels, rakes, trash bags and gloves. Feel free to bring any other supplies that might be helpful. Long pants, long sleeves and closed toe shoes are highly recommended. Don’t forget to bring a reusable water bottle! 9:00-11:00 a.m.; volunteers check in at the Lake Bardwell Project Office, 4000 Observation Dr. For more information, visit www.keepennisbeautiful.com.
Mardi Gras Beads & Bling:
It’s a Mardi Gras Thing Masquerade Party: Presented by the Greater Ennis Chamber of Commerce. Cajun buffet, auction, games and music. Attire: Boots and jeans to formal. 6:00-10:00 p.m., SPJST Lodge #25, 1901 E. Hwy. 34. For information, email [email protected].
3/15
2nd Annual Ennis Open Chess Tournament:
4 round Swiss-style tournament. Games are 45 minutes per side with a 5-second delay per move. US Chess Federation rated and unrated sections. Prize money to winners of rated sections. Lunch provided. $20 entry fee. 9:00 a.m., Baylor Baptist Church, 210 N. Preston. To register or for more information, text Tournament Director Jason Howell at (254) 495-3445.
3/20
Band Pre-UIL Concert:
The public is invited to enjoy this evening concert. Free. 7:00-9:00 p.m., EHS Auditorium, 2301 Ensign Rd.
3/23-4/5
Ellis County Livestock Show & Rodeo:
A fundraiser with a mission of encouraging and equipping the youth of Ellis County today to create the leader of tomorrow. Rodeo portion: 3/27-3/29, offers a PRCA Pro Rodeo sanctioned event with bull riding, barrel racing, team roping, breakaway roping and more. The ag mechanics, creative arts and youth livestock shows: 3/23-4/5, culminate with the “Sale of Champions.” Ellis County Expo Center, 2300 W. Hwy. 287 Bypass, Waxahachie. For times for specific events and tickets, visit https://www.ecyexpo.com.
3/28-4/6
The Sweet Delilah Swim Club:
Recommended for ages 13-plus. A college swim team paddles through life. Show dates: 3/28-3/30, 4/3-4/6. Thursday-Saturday: 7:30 p.m.; Sunday: 2:30 p.m., Ennis Public Theatre, 113 N. Dallas St. Purchase tickets at https://ennispublictheatre.com.
3/28-4/13
A Merry Adventure of Robin Hood:
Fun for the whole family, with all the beloved characters and well-known villains from the classic story. Show dates: 3/28-3/29, 4/4-4/5 and 4/11-4/13. For times and tickets, visit https://www.theatrerocks.com.
3/29
Ellis County Master Gardener Show:
Waxahachie Civic Center, 2000 Civic Center Ln., Waxahachie. For more information, call (469) 309-4040.
4/12
Relay for Life:
Join us for this Mardi Gras-themed time to celebrate, remember and fight back! 4:00 p.m.-midnight, Veterans Memorial Park, 2301 Ennis Pkwy.
Tuesdays
Shuffleboard Tournament:
All levels of players welcome. $10 entry per person. Double elimination. Team play. Blind draw. 7:00 p.m., KJT Auditorium, 1216 S. Paris St.
Wednesdays
Storytime With Ms. Kayti:
Bring your baby and toddlers for songs, finger plays, stories and a whole lot of fun! 10:00 a.m., Ennis Public Library, 501 W. Ennis Ave. For details, visit www.ennistx.gov/library or call (972) 872-9649.
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.
Saturdays
Ennis Run Club:
Walk, run or cruise at your own pace. No charge, just good times, new friends and a post-run coffee to keep the fun going! Sunshine Brews, 108 S. McKinney St., 7:30-10:30 a.m.