The Ellis County Press: Community Calendar

Community Calendar
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Editor on 06/26/2008 10:59:00


Ennis
Tuesday, July 1
Sunbeam Club to meet at I-Hop
Members of the Southern Pacific Sunbeam Club will gather at the Ennis I-Hop to
celebrate the Fourth of July at 11:30 a.m. Everyone who has ever worked for a
railroad, all relatives of railroaders and everyone who loves a train are
welcome to celebrate with this fun, loving group.
Ferris
Every Tuesday
Knit and Crochet Group
The Knit and Crochet Group meeting every Tuesday, from 9:30 until 11 a.m. at the
Fellowship Hall in the First United Methodist Church, located at 101 Redbud in
Ferris. Whether you are an experienced knitter or crocheter or just wanting to
learn, everyone is welcome to join. There is an active Prayer Shawl Ministry and
you can share patterns, advice and fellowship. For more information, contact
nanariley2002@yah oo.com.
Wednesday, July 9
All Sports Club holds meeting
Ferris All Sports Club will be holding a general meeting at 6 p.m. at the Jacket
Lounge located at Ferris High School. The 2008-09 board member election will be
held at this time. For additional information, contact Vickie Griffith at
214-673-2386.
Midlothian
Sunday, June 29
Fifth Sunday calls for Sardis Gospel Singing
There are five Sundays in June and that means it is time for another great fifth
Sunday at Sardis Gospel Singing. Everybody is invited to participate in one of
the oldest Gospel singings in Ellis County and enjoy some of the greatest talent
ever to sing praises to the Lord. The fun and fellowship begin at 6 p.m., there
will be a break at 7:30 p.m. with snacks for everyone and the singing will
continue until about 9 p.m. For additional information, call 972-775-1219.
July 18-19
Creative Quilters Guild holds quilt show
The Creative Quilters Guild of Ellis County will be sponsoring the Fifth Annual
Quilt Show, "Reaching for the Stars," from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $5 and
$4 for seniors 60 years of age and older. It will be at the Midlothian
Conference Center, located at 1 Community Circle in Midlothian. There will be
over 100 quilts to be judged, along with vendors, door prizes, a silent auction
and more. For additional information, call 972-617-0317 or 214-549-1045.
Palmer
Every Saturday
The Church at Texas holds concert
The Church at Texas holds a free gospel music concert at Jordan's Crossing arena
from 6 to 7:30 p.m. It is located one mile north of Palmer on I-45 service road
on Pace Rd.
Saturday, June 28
First Christian Church holds yard sale
The First Christian Church in Palmer will hold its second annual yard sale at 8
a.m. Something for everyone: books, tapes, baby items, etc. Proceeds will be
used in the outreach program.
Sunday, June 29
First Christian Church holds Fifth Sunday Singing
The First Christian Church in Palmer will be holding their Fifth Sunday Singing
at 10:45 a.m. with lunch after the service. Come join them for worship, singing,
food and fellowship. Meat, drinks, etc. will be furnished by the church. Members
will bring vegetables, salads and desserts.
Red Oak
Meals-on-Wheels needs volunteers
Meals-on-Wheels needs caring volunteers to help deliver meals to the homebound
elderly in your community. If you or someone you know might be interested in
volunteering, please contact Meals-on-Wheels.