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.
Ellis County Commissioners’ Court
Tuesday, Nov. 26, 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, Nov. 26, 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.
Lariat Bridge Club
Tuesday, Nov. 26, 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.
Carter BloodCare Blood Drive
Sunday, Dec. 1, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
First Methodist Church, 800 S. 9th St.
At the Carter BloodCare blood drive, hosted by First Methodist Church Midlothian, each volunteer donor will receive a brand-new blanket. Sign Up Link: https://www.greatpartners.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/148289
Carter BloodCare Blood Drive
Monday, Dec. 2, 8:30 a.m.-3:45 p.m.
Old Midlothian City Hall, 104 West Avenue E
At the Carter BloodCare blood drive, hosted by City of Midlothian, each volunteer donor will receive a brand-new blanket. Sign Up Link: https://www.greatpartners.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/145240
Midlothian Christmas Tree Lighting
Monday, Dec. 2, 6-7 p.m.
Heritage Park, Downtown Midlothian
Join us as we usher in the holiday season with an evening of community fellowship, Christmas spirit, and the lighting of our beautiful Christmas tree in Heritage Park. In case of rain, the event will be postponed to Dec. 3.
Midlothian Rotary Club Meeting
Tuesday, Dec. 3, noon-1 p.m.
Jalapeño’s Lemon Pepper, 1000 George Hopper Road
The Midlothian Rotary Club meets every Tuesday. For meeting locations each week, please visit the club’s homepage, midlothianrotary.com.
Lariat Bridge Club
Tuesday, Dec. 3, 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.
Midlothian Lions Club Meeting
Thursday, Dec. 5, 7 p.m.
Midlothian Civic Center, 224 South 11th St.
The Midlothian Lions Club meets the first Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Midlothian Civic Center. Each meeting has a featured speaker, discussion on service projects, dinner and fellowship with other members. For more information or to get involved with the Midlothian Lions Club, please visit www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/midlothian_tx/index.php or visit their Facebook page.
City Hall and Library Grand Opening
Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m.
New City Hall and Library, 215 North 8th St.
Community grand opening celebration for the new City Hall and Library.
Midlothian Annual Christmas Celebration
Saturday, Dec. 7, 1-5 p.m.
Heritage Park, 234 N. 8th Street, and along North 8th Street
Midlothian’s annual Christmas Celebration will feature a holiday market, take-and-make crafts, selfies with Santa, food trucks, entertainment, and much more.
Midlothian 2024 Light Up Parade
Saturday, Dec. 7, 6 p.m.
North 8th Street and West Avenue F
Christmas Movie Magic is the theme for the City of Midlothian’s 2024 Light-Up Parade. Prize categories for this year’s parade include Best Use of Theme, Best Use of Lights, Most Original, and Mayor’s Choice. Registration for entries is now open at Midlothian.tx.us/SpecialEvents.
Ellis County Commissioners’ Court
Tuesday, Dec. 10, 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, Dec. 10, 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.
Lariat Bridge Club
Tuesday, Dec. 10, 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.
Merry Movie Night — ‘Elf’
Friday, Dec. 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Midlothian Community Park, 3601 South 14th Street
Merry Movie Night’s family film feature will be the classic holiday favorite, “Elf.” The event includes free eats and treats while supply lasts. Also, expect an appearance by Buddy the Elf himself. To view the movie trailer, visit our event webpage at https://www.midlothian.tx.us/756/Merry-Movie-Night . Bring chairs and blankets for lawn seating. This is not a vendor event.
