On Dec. 14 at 6:30 p.m., the Friends of the Tellico Plains Public Library will present the first screening of the animated movie, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." The 1966 version of this classic movie will be shown at the Tellico Plains Community Center. Admission is free and refreshments will be provided. You are encouraged to bring a blanket or comfortable folding chairs. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Join us for the beginning of a fun tradition.

Happy birthday to Ronnie Dalton, Amanda Rollins, and Pat Frank.

Get well wishes go to Betty Cheeks, Sam Belcher, Faye Torbett, O.R. "Red" Young, Sue Young, Susie Moser, Otis Young, Wail Dalton, Thelma Matoy, JoAnn Queen, Boyd Rodgers, Emma Best, Wayne Lynn, Charlotte Duncan, Justine Williams, Margaret Wall,  Virgil Tipton, Faye McDaniel, Gladys Best, Bill Crowe and Patsy Long.

The Ball Play Ruritan Club will hold its monthly dinner and meeting on Monday, Dec. 17 at 6:30 p.m. with the holiday social and brief business meeting at 7 p.m. at the Friends of Ball Play Fellowship Hall at 153 Ball Play School Road.  Come meet your neighbors and make new friends.  Guests are always welcome to enjoy a good home-cooked meal with us.  Call 442-7053 for more information.

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