In times of economic hardship, it is the sign of a great community to bind together and provide support for its own. That is the impetus behind a new community dinner program put out by the citizens who run the Upcountry Community Center in Pine Grove. The meal takes place on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month is sponsored by a host of local businesses, including Sanghera’s Market, IGA Market, the Up Country Rotary and various community members. “At a time where the economy is stretching everyone’s wallet thin, this may be the best deal around,” said resident Bill Lavallie, who attended the meal last week and photographed the happy eaters. The menu is put together by Tonya Johns, who, along six other volunteers, prepares the food and serves it at the UCC center. There is a suggested donation of $3.00 per person or $12.00 for families of four or more, but according to a volunteer named Ruthella, the “donation” is optional. The UCC only asks that you RSVP so they know how much food to provide. The UCC is justly putting the “community” in Up Country Community Center with this great deal and opportunity to sit down and have a meal with your neighbors.