7/3
Fourth of July Celebration:
Vendor fair, arts and crafts and parade. Activities run from 8:00-10:00 a.m., Heritage Park, 203 N. 8th St. “Celebrating America’s Superheroes” parade: 10:00 a.m. at Avenue B and the 8th Street Bridge, following North 8th Street south to Heritage Park, turning west on Avenue F and ending at Overlook Drive.
Independence Day Fireworks:
Free community fireworks display. Parking lot gates open: 6:00 p.m.; show starts: around 9:15 p.m., MISD Multipurpose Stadium, 1800 S. 14th St. Rainout date is July 5. For more information, call (972) 775-7177.
7/10
Midlothian Classic Wheels Car Show:
9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Midlothian Community Park, 601 S. 14th St.
7/12-7/16
Game On Camp:
Campers ages 5-13 enjoy LEGO learning each day. 9:00 a.m.-noon, Midlothian Bible Church, 4250 FM-663. For more information, visit https://www.bricks4kidz.com/.
7/17
Movies in the Park:
Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the movie, Sonic the Hedgehog. In case of rain, movies are rescheduled for the following Saturday. 7:00-9:00 p.m., Hawkins Spring Park, 1498 FM 1387. For more information and updates, visit www.midlothian.tx.us/movies.
Midlothian Opry:
7:00-9:00 p.m., Midlothian Civic Center, 224 S. 11th St.
7/19-7/23
Day Camp for Kids:
Campers completing grades K-5 through 8 enjoy indoor and outdoor moments, physical activity and creative play. 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. daily, FBC Midlothian, 1651 S. Midlothian Pkwy.
7/23
Parktopia:
Celebrate National Parks & Recreation Month with outdoor fun including kite flying, face painting, scavenger hunting, four square, snow cones, burgers and pizza. Free admission and food while supply lasts. 5:00-9:00 p.m., Community Park, 3601 S. 14th St.
Second and Fourth Wednesdays
Jesus Feeds Us:
Food pantry to help working families, disabled, elderly and others in need. Midlothian Church of Christ, 1627 N. Hwy. 67. 3:30-5:30 p.m. For more information, call the office at (972) 775-3026.
Third Wednesdays
Ellis County Christian Women’s Connection Meeting:
Cost: $15. Reservations due Friday before the meeting. 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Country View Golf Course, 240 W. Belt Line Rd., Lancaster. For more information, contact Dee Ann Ellis at (972) 921-6221.
Thursdays
Midway Composite Squadron of Civil Air Patrol/ US 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. For more information, visit www.gocivilairpatrol.com.
Celebrate Recovery Meeting:
A Christ-centered recovery program designed to help those struggling with hurts, habits and hang-ups. 7:00-9:00 p.m., The Lighthouse Church, 1400 N. 9th St. For more information, email [email protected].
Second and Fourth Fridays
Open Mic Night:
Performance artists showcase their talents. 6:30-8:30 p.m., Lighthouse Coffee Bar, 1404 N. 9th St. For more information, call (972) 723-5282.
Saturdays
Midlothian Market:
Outdoor market held Saturday mornings from May-October in Heritage Park. Local vendors sell a wide variety of merchandise throughout the morning and early afternoon.
First and Third Saturdays
Pet Adoptions:
The Forgotten Ones Animal Rescue event. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Petco, 2000 FM 663, #300. [email protected].
Second and Fourth Saturdays
Pet adoptions:
Hearts & Tails of Hope Pet Rescue event. Noon-3:00 p.m., Petco, 2000 FM 663, #300.