Newcomer resources can be real help

Not sure where to go or who to call when you first move to the Village? Here are some resources:

  • POA 101 is a program developed and presented by Tellico Village Property Owners Association staff to give property owners a crash course on Village governance and history. The next sessions will be held at 10 a.m. Sept. 25 and at 2 p.m. Nov. 19 at the Yacht Club. Reservations are required. For more information, call Patty Robichaud at 865-458-5408, ext. 4115.
  • Golf 101 is an informative and educational program held by the POA golf professional staff to help Villagers learn about Tellico golf facilities and procedures. The next sessions will be held at 9 a.m. Sept. 25 and Oct. 23 in the Tanasi Golf Course clubhouse. Reservations are required. For more information, call the Tanasi pro shop at 865-458-4707.
  • Rec 101 is a program developed by the recreation staff to introduce property owners to the services available through the recreation department, including what to do, where to go and who to ask, as well as upcoming events. The next sessions will be held at 12:30 p.m. Thursday and Oct. 29 at the Wellness Center. For more information, call the Wellness Center at 865-458-7070.
  • The HomeOwners Association and New Villagers sponsor a welcome orientation for new residents to Tellico Village. The next orientation will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the Yacht Club. Reservations are required. For more information, visit http://www.hoatv.org.
  • The next HOA social will be held at 5 p.m. Sept. 8 at the Yacht Club. For more information, visit http://www.hoatv.org.
  • New Villagers Social is an organization for people who have lived in the Village for less than two years. Among their numerous activities, New Villagers hold a social 5-7 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at the Yacht Club. The next social is set for 5-7 p.m. Sept. 3. For more information, visit http://www.telliconewvillagers.com.


Three cats need new homes

Catness is the featured pet of the week up for adoption at Monroe County Animal Shelter.

She is a dark tortoiseshell that has already been spayed. She is 1 or 2 years old with orange eyes. She seems shy when meeting new people but is friendly, and she likes to play with toys.

Other cats up for adoption include Gaylord, a neutered, white and gray tabby with a stub tail, and Agatha, a white and orange tabby with orange eyes and a pink nose.

Needs at the shelter this week include clumping and scoopable litter, along with the ongoing need for paper towels and bleach.

Animal control is administered through the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. To report cases of stray animals, potential animal endangerment or neglect, call 423-442-3911.

Visit the shelter 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays at 170 Kefauver Lane in Madisonville behind Walmart. The shelter is closed to the public on Sunday and Monday. For more information, call 423-442-1015.