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., […]
10/4 National Night Out: Annual community-building campaign promoting police-community partnerships to make neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. 6:00-8:00 p.m. in locations throughout the city. Check for an event in your neighborhood: www.midlothian.tx.us/182/National-Night-Out. 10/6 Deadline for Scarecrow Contest Entry Form: Festival entry is free of charge and open to anyone in Midlothian (individuals, […]