Community Calendar
Ennis
Tuesday, June 3
Sunbeam Club holds meeting
The Sunbeam Club whistle will blow at 11:30 a.m. at IHop in Ennis. All active and retired railroaders, their families, friends and all train lovers are welcomed to share in the fellowship of this club.
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@ya hoo.com.
Maypearl
Friday, June 6
2008 Ellis County Relay for Life benefits The American Cancer Society
The 2008 Ellis County Relay for Life began selling raffle tickets March 4. The drawing will take place at the Ellis County Relay at the Maypearl High School. Raffle tickets are $5 each or 5 tickets for $20. Many prizes can be won, including dinner for two at Kozy Kitchen, two tickets to a Stars hockey game, $300 gas card, Acer laptop and much more. The ceremonies for the Ellis County Relay will kick off at 7 p.m. Fun, food and activities will be for all to enjoy.
Midlothian
Monday, June 9
Methodist Health System holds mobile mammography
Methodist Health System’s mobile mammography van will offer mammograms at Methodist Midlothian Imaging Center. Women age 35 and older with no breast implants or current breast problems are encouraged to be screened. Methodist accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicare Part B and Medicaid. Without insurance, the mammogram costs $111.65. Payment is due at the time of service and payable by cash, check, Visa or MasterCard. Appointments are required. To schedule an appointment, call 972-775-7410. Methodist Midlothian Imaging Center is located at 2210 Bryan Place.
Monday, June 23
Methodist Health System holds mobile mammography
Methodist Health System’s mobile mammography van will offer mammograms at Methodist Midlothian Imaging Center. Women age 35 and older with no breast implants or current breast problems are encouraged to be screened. Methodist accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicare Part B and Medicaid. Without insurance, the mammogram costs $111.65. Payment is due at the time of service and payable by cash, check, Visa or MasterCard. Appointments are required. To schedule an appointment, call 972-775-7410. Methodist Midlothian Imaging Center is located at 2210 Bryan Place.
Ovilla
Saturday, May 31
Ovilla United Methodist Church holds enrollment party
The Ovilla United Methodist Church will be holding the enrollment party for "Beach Party: Surfin’ Through the scri ptures" week of Vacation Bible School from 4 to 6 p.m. It will be at the church fellowship hall. For more information, call the church office at 972-617-8840.
June 9-13
Ovilla United Methodist Church holds Vacation Bible School
The surf’s up so don’t wipe out at the Ovilla United Methodist Church "Beach Party: Surfin’ Through the scri ptures" week of Vacation Bible School. Beach Party VBS runs from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. A light dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. VBS is open to children ages 3 through 11. For additional information, call the church office at 972-617-8840.
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 7
Community of Faith holds barbecue
The Community of Faith will hold its second annual brisket barbecue and concert for free. Food, music and games will be available in the square in downtown Palmer from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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.
Every Thursday
Bubba’s BBQ holds Spirit Night
Spirit Night will be held at Bubba’s BBQ from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. to support Project Graduation – 2009. Visit www.redoakisd.org to print your voucher. Take the voucher with you and the Class of 2009 will receive 10 percent of the sell.
June 9 – 13
Red Oak High School holds basketball camp
Red Oak High School will be holding basketball camp for boys entering third through ninth grade at Red Oak High School. The cost for camp is $60 and the deadline is May 28. For additional information, contact Coach Foster at Red Oak High School at 469-437-8784 or 469-437-8820.
Waxahachie
Wednesday, June 4
Sims Library holds Mosiac Madness
Sims Library’s junior teens, ages 11-12, are making Mosiac projects from 4 to 5 p.m. Mosaic Madness is coming to Sims Library for this special program. All supplies necessary will be provided.
Saturday, June 7
Sims Library holds movie Saturday
This month’s teen movie at Sims Library stars Nicolas Cage, Diane Kruger, Ed Harris and Helen Mirren. Treasure hunter Benjamin Franklin Gates is back and looking to discover the truth behind the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Enjoy popcorn and a movie with your friends.
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