1. Temperatures drop slightly today and highs are predicted to be in the upper 80s to low 90s.  There's a 40 percent chance of evening thunderstorms with the overnight low around 70 degrees.

2. Kids get their pick of puppet shows this morning, as two Oconee County locations are holding special events.  The Oconee County Library hosts Animal Crackers Fly the Coop and  "The New Adventures of Br'er Rabbit" will be featured at the Bogart Community Center. Both shows are free and begin at 10:30 a.m.

3. Older children might appreciate learning about karate.  The Georgia Karate Academy will present a free karate demonstration for kids ages 8-12 at the Oconee County Library at 1 p.m.

4. Speaking of events at the Oconee County Library, there will be an an informational meeting tonight about farmland protection at 7 pm. Read more details.

5. AthFest kicks off today with FilmFest at Cine and LaughFest at The 40 Watt. Check out a complete schedule of film events scheduled this week at Cine.

Correction: The karate demonstration will take place from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.  The article has been updated to reflect this.