A calendar of events in the Midlothian and surrounding areas. Clubs and organizations are encouraged to send meeting and event notices to wspinks@cherryroad.com for inclusion.
Scarecrow Festival
Friday, Oct. 10 through Sunday, Nov. 2
Heritage Park, 234 North 8th St.
Midlothian Downtown Business Association presents the annual Scarecrow Festival, from Oct. 10 to Nov. 3. Entry forms are due Oct. 10. Scarecrows may be installed between Oct. 10 and Oct. 16 and must be picked up by Nov. 3. Judging and winner will be announced Oct. 18 at Heritage Day. Email midlothiandba@gmail.com for more info and an application packet.
The Crucible — Midlothian Heritage Theatre
Friday, Oct. 10-Sunday, Oct. 12
Heritage Mainstage Auditorium, 4000 FM 1387
The Crucible is a play by Arthur Miller set during the Salem witch trials of 1692. When a group of girls is caught dancing in the woods, they begin accusing townspeople of witchcraft to avoid punishment. Fear and hysteria spread, leading to false accusations, ruined reputations, and executions. The play explores themes of mass hysteria, integrity, and the abuse of power. Showings are set for Oct. 10 at 7 p.m., Oct. 11 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Oct. 12 at 2 p.m.
Resilient Together MS Support Group
Saturday, Oct. 11, 10 a.m.-noon
Harvest Hill Church (First Floor, Red Room), 1250 Walter Stephenson Road
Feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of living with MS? You’re not alone. Join the Resilient Together Support Group and connect with others who understand your journey. For more information or to RSVP, contact Mallory Ritter at Mallory.msfriends@yahoo.com or call 817-233-9483. Meetings are held monthly every second Saturday.
Lord’s Acre Luncheon
Saturday, Oct. 11, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Sardis Methodist Church will host its Lord’s Acre Luncheon. The church is located at 640 Sardis Road, Midlothian.
Midlothian Rotary Club Meeting
Tuesday, Oct. 14, noon-1 p.m.
Jalapeño’s Lemon Pepper, 1000 George Hopper Road
The Midlothian Rotary Club meets every Tuesday. Midlothian ISD superintendent Dr. David Belding is scheduled to speak on the MISD bond package. For meeting locations each week, please visit the club’s homepage, midlothianrotary.com.
Ellis County Commissioners’ Court
Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2 p.m.
Ellis County Historic Courthouse, 101 West Main, Waxahachie
The Ellis County Commissioners’ Court meets in regular session every two weeks.
Midlothian City Council
Tuesday, Oct. 14, 6 p.m.
New City Hall and Library, 215 North 8th St.
The Midlothian City Council meets in regular session on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month.
Waxahachie Toastmasters Club
Tuesday, Oct. 14, 6 p.m.
First Baptist Church, 450 Highway 287 Bypass, Waxahachie
Waxahachie Toastmasters meet each Tuesday at 6 p.m. All are invited to attend a meeting or for more information call Pat Moriarty at 972-670-2059.
Lariat Bridge Club
Tuesday, Oct. 14, 6:15 p.m.
First United Methodist Church, 505 W. Marvin Ave. Room 122, Waxahachie
The Lariat Bridge Club runs an ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge game every Tuesday evening. Non-members are always welcome. Contact Jim Bishop at 972-923-6838 or jbishvb46@gmail.com for more information and to confirm attendance.
The Heights ‘Power of We’ Luncheon
Wednesday, Oct. 15, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Waxahachie Civic Center, 2000 Civic Center Lane
The Heights Ellis County Family Resources is hosting its annual “Power of We” luncheon to support Ellis County’s most vulnerable. The luncheon supports a local movement and invitation for people and organizations to come together to guide the victims of family abuse to safety and hope. All proceeds from the luncheon benefit The Heights, which has been expanding services to victims of domestic abuse in Ellis County since 2021. To purchase tickets to the lunch or become a sponsor, please visit www.theheightselliscounty.org.
MHS Theatre Presents Disney’s Dare to Dream
Thursday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. (Sing-Along performance); Friday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Midlothian High School Auditorium, 923 South 9th Street
MHS Theatre presents Disney’s Dare to Dream. Tickets available at MidloTheatre.com.
Mockingbird Wildflower Walk
Saturday, Oct. 18, 9-10:30 a.m.
Mockingbird Nature Park, 1361 Onward Road
A half-mile excursion of the nature park, guided by members of the Texas Master Naturalists, Indian Trail Chapter of Ellis and Navarro Counties. Participants will learn about the wildflowers, native plants, and animal life of the park. Closed-toe shoes, comfortable outdoor clothing, and insect repellent are recommended. These events are free and open to children and adults of all ages but be aware that most trails are natural surface.
Midlothian Heritage Day
Saturday, Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Heritage Park, Downtown Midlothian
Celebrate Midlothian Heritage Day on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. in Downtown Midlothian! Enjoy food and retail vendors, kids’ activities, games, live music, and more. New this year—Taste of Downtown Midlothian, free for the first 750 guests! Heritage Day also welcomes school groups, nonprofits, and local vendors to participate with free booths, making this community celebration bigger than ever.
Midlothian Rotary Club Meeting
Tuesday, Oct. 21, noon-1 p.m.
Jalapeño’s Lemon Pepper, 1000 George Hopper Road
The Midlothian Rotary Club meets every Tuesday. Texas District 10 Rep. Brian Harrison is scheduled to speak. For meeting locations each week, please visit the club’s homepage, midlothianrotary.com.
Midlothian Planning & Zoning Commission
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 6 p.m.
New City Hall and Library, 215 North 8th St.
The Midlothian Planning and Zoning Commission meets in regular session on the third Tuesday of each month.
Texas Democratic Women of Ellis County
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 6 p.m.
Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce, 412 S. Rogers St., Waxahachie
Texas Democratic Women of Ellis County meet at 6 p.m. every third Tuesday at the Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce. For more information visit https://elliscounty.tdw.org/meetings/ or follow on Facebook.
