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, June 21, 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.
Midlothian Rotary Club Meeting
Tuesday, June 24, noon-1 p.m.
Jalapeño’s Lemon Pepper, 1000 George Hopper Road
The Midlothian Rotary Club meets every Tuesday. New member Valencia Daniels will give her vocational talk. For meeting locations each week, please visit the club’s homepage, midlothianrotary.com.
Ellis County Commissioners’ Court
Tuesday, June 24, 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, June 24, 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, June 24, 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, June 24, 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, June 26, 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.
Midtowne School Supply Drive-Thru Event
Friday, June 27, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Midtowne Assisted Living and Memory Care, 910 S. 9th Street
Over the next several weeks, the senior living community will host a school supply drive with plans to distribute the donations to local students in July. Backpacks, notebooks, crayons, and pencils are just a few items that will help students get ready for the new school year. Donations are being accepted now through June 27.
Independence Day Parade
Saturday, June 28, 10-11:30 a.m.
Heritage Park, 234 North 8th St.
Annual community Independence Day Parade and festivities held in downtown Midlothian. Parade theme is America Celebrates! Parade entries will be judged for awards for best use of theme, best decorated, best animal and/or equestrian entry, and the Mayor’s Overall Choice Award. Parade entry registration and vendor registration are now open.
Midlothian Rotary Club Meeting
Tuesday, July 1, 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.
Waxahachie Toastmasters Club
Tuesday, July 1, 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, July 1, 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, July 3, 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.
Fireworks Show
Thursday, July 3, 9:15-10 p.m.
MISD Multipurpose Stadium Parking Lot, 1800 S. 14th Street
Mark your calendars for the annual community Fireworks Show, which starts at 9:15 p.m. and can be viewed from the Midlothian ISD Multipurpose Stadium parking lot and surrounding areas. The stadium parking lot opens at 6 p.m. This show is made possible through support from Citizens National Bank of Texas, Midlothian Community Development Corporation, and Methodist Midlothian Medical Center.
Ellis County Art Association
Monday, July 7, 6 p.m.
First Baptist Church Waxahachie, 450 U.S. 287 Bypass
Ellis County Art Association meets the first Monday of every month (except for holidays). Meetings are free and open to the public and include an art demonstration.
Carter BloodCare Blood Drive
Tuesday, July 8, 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
JE Dunn Construction, 3651 Railport Parkway
JE Dunn Construction and Carter BloodCare invite neighbors to help neighbors in July. Everyone who donates blood with Carter BloodCare in July will receive a weekend tote bag, while supplies last. Sign up for the Carter BloodCare blood drive, hosted by JE Dunn Construction. Sign Up Link: https://www.greatpartners.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/161870
