7/3
Independence Day Fireworks:
MISD Multi-Purpose Stadium parking lot opens for viewing at 6:00 p.m., but stadium is not open for seating. Fireworks start at about 9:15 p.m., 1800 S. 14th St. Rain out date: July 5. Learn more at midlothian.tx.us/708/Independence-Day-Fireworks.
7/7-7/11
Kids Summer Theatre Camp:
Back Porch Theatre Inc. presents theater training for children in grades kindergarten-fifth and sixth-incoming ninth divided by age groups. 9:00 a.m.-noon. Midlothian Civic Center, 224 S. 11th St. Register at https://forms.gle/bXA3jV1PKezL1o1o7.
7/12
Movies In The Park:
Bring the family and friends to the showing of Inside Out 2. Bring chairs or blankets for lawn seating. Movies start at dusk, around 8:00 p.m., Midlothian Community Park, 3601 S. 14th St. Rainout date July 19.
7/12 and 7/26
Kid’s Crafty Summer:
Join us for a fun, craft-filled Saturday! Specially designed to engage and inspire children from kindergarten through 5th grade. 1:00-2:00 p.m., Children’s Room, Midlothian Public Library, 215 N. 8th St. (972) 775-7080.
7/17
Creature Teacher Performance:
Learn about animals through this fun-filled program designed to inspire learning and nurture an appreciation for conservation and wildlife. 3:00 p.m., Midlothian Public Library, 215 N. 8th St. To learn about all library programs, visit https://midlothian.aspendiscovery.org/programs/all.
7/18
Parktopia:
Celebrating National Parks and Recreation Month, this event features lawn games, face painting, kite flying and more, plus refreshments and souvenirs while supplies last. 6:00-9:00 p.m., Community Park, 3601 S. 14th St.
7/25
Family Movie Night:
Wear your most colorful pajamas, bring your pillow and blanket, and enjoy some cinematic family fun! 4:00-7:00 p.m., Midlothian Public Library, 215 N. 8th St.
7/26
Summer Beats:
Free concert featuring Emerald City Band. Bring chairs and blankets for lawn seating. Food for purchase available. Outside food, beverages and coolers are allowed. 7:30-9:30 p.m., Community Park, 3601 S. 14th St.
Fourth Mondays Through November
Creative Quilters Guild of Ellis County:
Social time, business meeting, show and tell program. Sign-in/social time: 6:00 p.m.; meeting: 6:30 p.m., Waxahachie Bible Church, 621 N. Grand Ave., Waxahachie. Learn more at elliscountyquilters.com. Email klbright53@gmail.com for more details.
Second Tuesdays
National Active and Retired Federal Employees:
Monthly luncheon featuring guest speaker. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., at various restaurants. Email rjcarey1@gmail.com or call (972) 775-2463 for more information.
Second and Fourth Wednesdays
Jesus Feeds Us:
Free grocery distribution. 2:00 p.m. until supplies run out, Grace Crossing Church of Christ, 1627 N. Hwy. 67.
Thursdays
Midway Composite Squadron of Civil Air Patrol/ U.S. Air Force Auxiliary:
Cadets ages 12-18 and Senior Members 18-plus. 6:45-9:00 p.m., Mid-Way Regional Airport, 131 Airport Dr. Visit www.gocivilairpatrol.com.
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 CR@dfwlighthouse.org.
Saturdays
Midlothian Farmers Market:
Saturdays through November. 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Downtown Heritage Park, 234 N. 8th St.