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.
Mockingbird Wildflower Walk
Saturday, April 19, 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. Subsequent walks are scheduled every third Saturday through October excluding July and August.
MISD Board of Trustees
Monday, April 21, 6 p.m.
L.A. Mills Administration Building, 100 Walter Stephenson Dr.
The Midlothian ISD board of trustees meets in regular session on the third Monday of every month at 6 p.m. except during holiday weeks.
Midlothian Rotary Club Meeting
Tuesday, April 22, noon-1 p.m.
Jalapeño’s Lemon Pepper, 1000 George Hopper Road
The Midlothian Rotary Club meets every Tuesday. Kim Garey will direct the flag program. For meeting locations each week, please visit the club’s homepage, midlothianrotary.com.
Earth Day Celebration
Tuesday, April 22, 4-7 p.m.
Community Park, 3601 S. 14th Street
Among the activities will be Family Go Fish, a geocaching scavenger hunt, Yoga in the Park, nature crafts, free treats and food for purchase, and information from environment-related organizations. All events are free and open to the public thanks to sponsor, Methodist Midlothian Medical Center.
Midlothian City Council
Tuesday, April 22, 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, April 22, 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, April 22, 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.
MCDC Board Meeting
Thursday, April 24, 6 p.m.
New City Hall and Library, 215 North 8th St.
The Midlothian Community Development Corporation board meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 6 p.m.
Midlothian Hazardous Waste Collection
Saturday, April 26, 9-11 a.m.
Midlothian Public Works Service Yard, 1050 N. Highway 67
Midlothian residents, not businesses, may drop off their hazardous waste. This event requires a voucher, which can be purchased prior to the event for $20 (residents within City limits) or $95 (residents outside City limits) at Midlothian’s Utility Billing Office, 215 N. 8th Street, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For a list of items accepted and quantity limits, visit https://www.midlothian.tx.us/19/Public-Works.
MidloFest 2025
Saturday, April 26, 2 p.m.
116 North 8th St., Downtown Midlothian
The Midlothian Chamber of Commerce’s Wine, Arts and Craft Brew Festival has a new name. Vendor registration for Artisan, Retail, & Non-Profit is now open on the Chamber website (food trucks are at capacity and registration is closed).
Prairie Wildlife and Wildflower Adventure
Sunday, April 27, 2-4 p.m.
Ellis County Rural Heritage Farm, 130 Cunningham Meadows Road, Waxahachie
Enjoy fun and educational events at the Ellis County Rural Heritage Farm, and support the mission of the farm to preserve and to promote public awareness and appreciation of the natural and farming heritage of rural Ellis County, Texas. For more information on the farm, please visit https://www.ruralheritagefarm.org.
Ellis County Commissioners’ Court
Tuesday, April 29, 2 p.m.
Ellis County Historic Courthouse, 101 West Main, Waxahachie
The Ellis County Commissioners’ Court meets in regular session every two weeks.
Midlothian Rotary Club Meeting
Tuesday, April 29, 5 p.m.
Jalapeño’s Lemon Pepper, 1000 George Hopper Road
The Midlothian Rotary Club meets every Tuesday. This week, the club will hold its “Fifth Tuesday” activities. For meeting locations each week, please visit the club’s homepage, midlothianrotary.com.
Waxahachie Toastmasters Club
Tuesday, April 29, 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, April 29, 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, May 1, 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.
