Weather:  The Weather Channel predicts a few showers this morning with a 50 percent chance of scattered thunderstorms this afternoon. The high should reach 87 and winds will be light and variable throughout the day.

Top Things to Know:

• The first and third Wednesday of each month are senior days at the Athens Area Humane Society. Pet owners over the age of 55 receive 15 percent off spaying or neutering services. Call for an appointment, 706-769-9155.
• Sandy Creek Nature Center in Athens is hosting home school science classes this fall. Classes will be held on Wednesdays and students may register for one or all four programs. There is a fee for residents and non-ACC residents. Contact 706-613-3615 for more information.
• On Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. Watkinville First Baptist Church will host a public screening of "Lost Boys of Paradise," a film by WFBC members that documents the story of Nathan Hardeman. The event will take place in the Life Building and there will be free popcorn and Guatemalan coffee. RSVP for childcare reservations at www.lostboysofparadise.com.

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