Boxes have been packed and food distributed, but donations are still being accepted by the Friendly Fellow Club.
While the clubâs annual Christmastime assistance has already been given out for 2020, local residents can still give money to help as the club prepares for the 2021 portion of the program.
FFC officials have noted that applications are up 50% and distribution has increased, which also resulted in an increase in costs related to more boxes and also rising food costs, which means the club is in need of more donations to ensure they can meet their expenses.
Donations can be mailed to P.O. Box 325, Athens, TN 37371-0325 or can be made via credit/debit card or PayPal on the Friendly Fellow Club website, friendlyfellows.org, by clicking the Donate button at the bottom of the page.
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As we move forward into a new year, many of us are resolving to address our own personal concerns. This brings to my mind the theme of Dr. Stephen R. Covey, the author of many books, including âThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.â
Covey asserts in his work that effective people focus on living, loving, learning and leaving a legacy. Though many of us resolve to do better each year, maybe our focus should be on the legacy we will leave when are no longer here on Earth.
My motherâs name was Linda Faye Branum McGill, and Dec. 17 was the first anniversary of her passing unexpectedly at the age of 78. She was the minister of music at Keith Memorial United Methodist Church in our hometown of Athens, Tennessee, for 26 years. Though she retired from that position over a decade ago, she continued to be involved in many programs of the church.
EDITORâS
NOTE: All events in this directory are subject to change or cancellation in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Church Events
Athens Lutheran Church: will have Christmas Eve services at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. and a Christmas morning service at 10 a.m.. Follow the church online for more information at athenslutheranchurch.org Church located at 710 Forrest Avenue.
Athens Christian Church: will host a parking lot candlelight service on the Dec. 23 from 6-6:30 p.m. There will be singing, communion, and a brief time of remembrance about what Christmas is truly about. Church located at 802 South Matlock Avenue.
Miscellaneous
EDITORâS
NOTE: All events in this directory are subject to change or cancellation in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Church Events
Athens Lutheran Church: will continue Wednesday Advent Services on Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. Everyone welcome. Follow the church online for more information at athenslutheranchurch.org Church located at 710 Forrest Avenue.
Miscellaneous
East Tennessee Treasure Hunters Club: Currently being formed for anyone interested in metal detecting and wants to be in a group that meets and takes trips in the East Tennessee area. Contact Joe in Etowah at 423-493-3706 for more information or to join the club.
Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Etowah: is seeking donations to continue mowing. Send checks payable to Pleasant Grove Cemetery and mail them to: Karen Wear Taylor, 131 County Road 903, Etowah, TN 37331. For more information, contact Taylor at 423-462-5042. The cemetery is not owned by Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church.