8/1 Fall Class Registration Begins: Ellis Christian Women’s Job Corps’ free courses range from computer training and money management to setting boundaries, résumé writing and interviewing. Classes begin August 29 and run 12 weeks with morning and evening times available, Tuesday-Thursday. 100 Chamber Circle, Ste. 1008, Waxahachie. Learn more at http://elliscwjc.life/ or call (972) 937-6620. 8/5 Mayor’s Back-to-School Bash: Open […]
7/1 Independence Day Parade: The “Let Freedom Ring” parade steps off from Community Park and travels north on 14th Street. 10:00 a.m., 3601 S. 14th St. For details, visit www.midlothian.tx.us/IDParade. 7/3 Independence Day Fireworks: MISD Multi-Purpose Stadium parking lot opens for viewing: 6:00 p.m.; stadium is not open for seating. Fireworks start: about 9:15 […]
6/3 Pancake Breakfast Fly-In/Drive-In: Classic airplanes and fighters, helicopter and CAF airplanes rides, classic cars and motorcycles, live music, children’s activities. Free admission and parking. 8:00-11:00 a.m., Mid-Way Regional Airport, 131 Airport Dr. Learn more at www.mid-wayregional.com or call (972) 923-0080. Movies in the Park: This month’s free community movie is Lyle, Lyle Crocodile. 7:30-9:30 p.m., […]
5/4 Ellis Christian Women’s Job Corps ROSE Award Luncheon and Fundraiser: Women in the community recognized for commitment to serving others. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Firefly Gardens, 5410 U.S. Hwy. 287. Call (972) 937-6620 for more information. 5/6 Mental Health Awareness Walk: Family fun walk to benefit Paws for Reflection Ranch. Food, music, kids play zone, […]
4/1 Spring Craft Fair: Crafts, auction, food sales and more hosted by Midlothian Band Boosters. $5 for early bird admission at 9:00 a.m., or $2 general admission. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Midlothian High School, 923 S. 9th St. For more information or to participate as a vendor, email [email protected]. Community Egg Hunt: Egg hunting by […]
3/4 FFA Tune Up Show & Auction: Show: 9:00 a.m.; auction: noon, FFA Ag Barn, 1851 Mockingbird Ln. 3/6 Parenting Workshop Series: A series of workshops for parents, covering timely parenting topics. Free. 6:30-7:30 p.m., Ovilla United Methodist Church, 1403 Red Oak Creek Rd., Ovilla. For information, call (972) 617-8840. 3/18 Spring Craft Show & Market: Benefiting the MHS […]
2/6 Carter BloodCare Drive: 8:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m., City Hall Parking Lot, 104 W. Avenue E. Sign up at carterbloodcare.org. For more information, contact Ann Honza at (972) 775-3481 or [email protected]. 2/7 Heart Healthy Tailgate Tips: Learn about the importance of diet for the heart and tour Methodist Midlothian Medical Center’s new Cath lab. Plus recipe […]
Throughout January Volunteer Deputy Registrars Training: Become an appointed registrar to help assist registered voters. Classes are conducted on Tuesday and Thursday: 10:00 a.m., excluding holidays and the election cycle (30 days before or 14 days after Election Day). Some evening classes are also available. Arrive 10 minutes before classes begin, 10:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m., Ellis County […]
12/1 City Christmas Tree Lighting: Musical accompaniment for the reading of The Christmas Story and official tree lighting. Bring a new, unwrapped toy for Manna House. 6:00 p.m., Heritage Park, 234 N. 8th St. Rain out date, Dec. 2. 12/3 Jingle Belles 5K and Rubies Fun Run: Hosted by the Heritage Belles Booster Club, a […]
11/5 Texas Arbor Day Event: Free tree giveaways. 5:00-7:00 p.m., Midlothian Community Park, 3601 S. 14th St. Autumn Beats: Bring chairs and blankets to sit on, but be ready to get on your feet and dance during this free concert by Forever Mac, a Fleetwood Mac cover band. Food available for purchase. 7:00-9:00 p.m., […]