Ep 13. Aunt Bee Takes a Job

Aunt Bee Takes a Job is the 13th episode of season 6 of The Andy Griffith Show. Set in the fictional town of Mayberry, North Carolina, the show follows the life and work of Sheriff Andy Taylor (Andy Griffith) and his quirky but lovable friends and family.

In this episode, Aunt Bee (Frances Bavier) starts feeling restless and unfulfilled with her daily routine of cooking, cleaning, and taking care of the house. She expresses her desire to Andy and Opie (Ron Howard) to find a job and contribute to the family income. Andy is hesitant at first, but eventually agrees to help Aunt Bee find a suitable job.

Aunt Bee tries various jobs such as a grocery store clerk, telephone operator and a mattress factory worker but she struggles to find her fit. She does not handle the stress of working well and ends up receiving negative criticism on all of her jobs.

Meanwhile, Andy is dealing with a local con artist who is scamming people out of their money. He enlists the help of Barney Fife (Don Knotts), his bumbling but well-meaning deputy, to catch the crook. The investigation leads them to a fancy hotel where the con artist is hiding out.

Back at home, Aunt Bee has finally found her calling after being offered a job as a receptionist and saleswoman at a local dress shop. She excels in her new job, using her charm and friendly personality to sell dresses to the customers. Her coworkers are impressed by her skills and she quickly becomes a favorite among the customers.

The episode culminates in a hilarious set of events where Aunt Bee helps Andy and Barney catch the con artist by identifying him in the hotel. She pretends to be a wealthy socialite and lures the con artist into their trap, leading to his arrest.

Overall, this episode is a heartwarming and comedic portrayal of Aunt Bee's journey to find her place in the world and Andy's determination to catch the bad guys. It showcases the importance of family, hard work, and perseverance in achieving one's goals.