A digital publication for the purpose of sharing nonprofit events and activities happening in the communities of Ellis County.
Events in this digital magazine are presented in chronological order. Feature stories or general agency information may also be included.
October - December 2019
To inquire about the publication or add information about your nonprofit, please email info@ReachCouncil.org
(Edition 2019Q4)
Our Mission is to offer services to the senior citizen community 50+ years of age to promote physical and mental wellness. We accomplish this by using community partners to provide a safe and enriching facility to have a variety of activities designed for fellowship, education, health and fitness and to have fun.
We provide transportation to and from the center and for field trips around the metroplex. Call for van services before 8:30 am for a ride. 972-775-6401 We create projects to raffle for fundraising, play games, enjoy lunch everyday, have monthly birthday parties, holiday events, annual Mother’s Day Fish Fry, annual Fall Health Fair, Flu Shots, yoga, chair exercise, take field trips, laugh and celebrate life. Monday-Friday 8am-4pm We are a 501C3 non-profit supported by the community. We have a great staff and volunteers excited to serve the needs of the growing senior population and assist with the challenges of aging in place. Come get involved as a member or a volunteer, make someone’s day with a smile and a hug. Membership is $5 per year, smiles & hugs free
7th Annual
Join us for an evening of fundraising to ensure our therapeutic programs and services continue to reach over 1,800 clients and families each year.
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
5431 Montgomery Rd., Midlothian (972) 775-8966 | pawsforreflection@att.net
Paws for Reflection Ranch is a Texas 501(c)3. All donations are Tax-Deductible
Expired and Unused Medication Disposal
DEA-Sponsored, Prescription Drug Take Back
Saturday October 26, 2019
Drive Up & Drop Off medication at the following times and locations: - ELLIS COUNTY Ennis - Walmart (700 E Ennis Ave) 9:30am - 1:30pm Ferris - Gazebo on the Town Square (100 Town Plaza) 10:00am - 1:00pm Italy - Italy Police Dept. (161 W. Main) 10:00am - 1:00pm
Maypearl - Maypearl Police Dept. (104 E. Second) 10:00am - 1:00pm Midlothian - Ace Hardware (530 E Main St) 10:00am - 1:00pm Milford - Milford Police Dept. (107 S. Main) 10:00am - 1:00pm Palmer - City Hall (113 W. Jefferson) 10:00am - 1:00pm Red Oak - Red Oak Police Dept. (547 N. Methodist) 9:00am - 1:00pm Waxahachie - Coleman Jr High (1000 Hwy 77 North) 9:00am - 2:00pm - JOHNSON COUNTY -
Burleson - Burleson Police Department (1161 SW Wilshire Blvd) 10:00am - 2:00pm Cleburne - Cleburne Municipal Court (303 W. Henderson St) 10:00am -1:00pm
Accepted medications include pills, liquids, and patches. No sharps, needles or inhalers. For any questions, call: 972-723-1053 Partners include: Ellis County Constable PCT 1, Burleson PD, Cleburne PD, Ferris PD, Italy PD, Maypearl PD, Midlothian PD, Milford PD, Palmer PD, Red Oak PD, and Waxahachie PD.
2019 Downtown Dash 5K
Saturday, November 2, 2019
8:30 A.M. 5K Run 8:15 A.M. 1 Mile Fun Run
Historic Courthouse Square 100 W. Main Street Waxahachie, Texas 75165
Benefiting The Salvation Army and Boys and Girls Club in Ellis County In Honor of Missy Bevers For more information, or to register, visit our Facebook page www.facebook.com/TSAWaxahachie/ or contact (972) 937-7727 or email at downtowndash5k.waxahachie@gmail.com
Event Schedule November 9, 2019 8:00am – 8:30am
Coffee for BBQ teams and Volunteers
8:00am – 8:00pm Coffee
To help get the day started!!
9:00am – 9:45am
Goat Yoga Ellis County Women in Business
(Early Bird)
10:00am – 10:45am
Goat Yoga
Regular Session
Ellis County Women in Business 10:00am – 10:10am
Opening Statements / Event Commencement Michael Boler
10:10am to 10:30am Dance Team (Demonstration) Adaptive Dance Crew
10:30pm – 11:00pm
Taekwondo (Demonstration) Poteet Martial Arts
12:00am – 1:00pm 11:00am – 12:30pm
Welcome, and Sponsors Presentation (On dance floor) Presentation (On dance floor)
War Competitors
Choose People’s Choice Winner
Band
Cover Band
Cupcake War Samples
The Haze Band
12:30pm – 1:00pm
Cupcake War Judging Chef’s Michelle Ragussis & Kenzie Mills
1:15pm – 1:45pm 1:45pm – 2:00pm
Teams Judged Center Dance Floor
Michelle Ragussis and Kenzie Mills
Four Winners of the competition
Choir Performance
Coral Music
Cupcake War Winners Announcements
Collective Voices
2:00pm – 2:30pm
Guest Speakers Board Members, Parents, Leadership
2:30pm – 3:30pm
Creature Teacher Belinda Henry
A little about the Foundation Exotic Animal Education Exhibit (Country Music)
4:30pm – 6:00pm
Band Calamity Janes
2017 New band of the Year winner
5:15pm – 6:00pm
Silent Auction / Close Out
Money Collection and Announcement
Table 1-4 staged 5:50pm – 6:00pm
Raffle Drawing Michael Boler
All Inclusive Tropical Vacation for Two
6:00pm – 8:00pm
International BBQ Cookers Association
BBQ Awards Issued Laura Blount
Additional Times Information: IBCA BBQ Cook-off Turn In Times
(Judging Times Subject to Change)
Chicken
12:00pm Judges Check in 11:30am
Ribs
2:00pm Judges Check in 1:30pm
Brisket
4:00pm Judges Check in 3:30pm 6:00pm
20 teams per category
Awards Ceremony Goat Yoga
9:00 am (Early Bird) 10:00 am Class
Kids Zone
10:00am – 4:00pm
Creature Teacher
2:30pm – 3:30pm
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Meet the Ranch Animals Visit with Santa Claus Play Games & Create Crafts Enjoy Holiday Refreshments th
Saturday, December 14 2:00pm – 4:00pm Cost is FREE, but Donations Welcomed Bring Your Camera to Capture the Moments
5431 Montgomery Rd., Midlothian, TX 76065 | 972-775-8966 | PawsForReflection@att.net
PawsForReflectionRanch.org
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