[dropcap]T[/dropcap]uesday, Oct.3, Mountain Cityians will gather on the lawn of Beth and Everett Smith for an ice cream social on National Night Out. Bring a lawn chair. The Smith’s will furnish waters and ice cream treats. Judge Beth says, “Bring the kids and meet your local first responders, check out the equipment and chat with the neighbors.”

Thursday, October 5th, there’s no action or invitation for the citizenry. Nevertheless, it’s a red-letter date for Mountai...