5 things to do this weekend: Hot Corner documentary, BouleYard Sale, 'Pee-Wee' and more

Andrew Shearer, Athens Banner-Herald
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Each week, the Banner-Herald will publish a list of five options for things to do in the Athens area.

Though there's never a shortage of festivals, markets and other cultural happenings in the Classic City, we've chosen to spotlight these events for the weekend of Aug. 18-20.

Community leader Broderick Flanigan speaks during a Juneteenth Freedom Day flag-raising ceremony at city hall in downtown Athens, Ga., on Friday, June 16, 2023. Flanigan is a co-creator of "Corner Histories," a Hot Corner audio documentary released in Aug. 2023.
Community leader Broderick Flanigan speaks during a Juneteenth Freedom Day flag-raising ceremony at city hall in downtown Athens, Ga., on Friday, June 16, 2023. Flanigan is a co-creator of "Corner Histories," a Hot Corner audio documentary released in Aug. 2023.

Corner Histories: Hot Corner Audio Documentary

WHERE: Athens-Clarke County Library (2025 Baxter St.)

WHEN: Sunday, Aug. 20 at 3 p.m. (Free admission)

DETAILS: Producers Broderick Flanigan and Alexander Stephens will be on hand to discuss the creation of their new six-part audio documentary, "Corner Stories," part of an ongoing effort to preserve the history of Hot Corner, the well-known Black business district in downtown Athens. The producers ask that guests download and listen to "Corner Stories" at cornerhistories.com prior to the event.

This undated promotional photo shows Paul Reubens as his character Pee-wee Herman after a performance of "The Pee-wee Herman Show" on Broadway. Reubens stars in "Pee-Wee's Big Adventure," screening Aug. 18-19, 2023 at Cine theater in Athens, Ga.
This undated promotional photo shows Paul Reubens as his character Pee-wee Herman after a performance of "The Pee-wee Herman Show" on Broadway. Reubens stars in "Pee-Wee's Big Adventure," screening Aug. 18-19, 2023 at Cine theater in Athens, Ga.

‘Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure’

WHERE: Ciné (234 W. Hancock Ave.)

WHEN: Friday, Aug. 18 and Saturday, Aug. 19 ($9.75 admission, $8 with student I.D.)

DETAILS: Actor Paul Reubens, best known to fans worldwide as the character Pee-Wee Herman, passed away on July 30. In celebration of Reubens' life, Ciné is bringing director Tim Burton's 1985 comedy classic "Pee-Wee's Big Adventure" back to the big screen for a limited engagement. For tickets and show times, visit athenscine.com.

2023 BouleYard Sale

WHERE: Boulevard Historic District (Pulaski Street, Prince Avenue and Hiawassee Street)

WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 19 from 8 a.m. to noon (Free admission)

DETAILS: The Boulevard Neighborhood Association's yard sale event has drawn hundreds of attendees in years' past, with more than 30 area residents offering goods from their homes and personal collections to friends and neighbors in the Athens area. For weather-related updates, registration information and a map of participating households, visit facebook.com/events/647151790674061.

The Athens Choral Society rehearses in this file photo from 2013. The vocal group is scheduled to perform at the Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture in Winterville, Ga. on Aug. 18-19, 2023.
The Athens Choral Society rehearses in this file photo from 2013. The vocal group is scheduled to perform at the Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture in Winterville, Ga. on Aug. 18-19, 2023.

Athens Choral Society Presents “Pure Imagination”

WHERE: Marigold Auditorium for Arts and Culture (373 N. Church St. in Winterville)

WHEN: Friday, Aug. 18 and Saturday, Aug. 19 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. ($15 admission)

DETAILS: Dreams, hopes and wishes are the themes for "Pure Imagination," a pair of vocal performances by the Athens Choral Society, which is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary. All of this year's shows will benefit the Athens Community Council on Aging charity. To purchase tickets online, visit athenschoralsociety.com.

Hot Diggity Dog Pawty

WHERE: Young Harris Church of Athens (973 Prince Ave.)

WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon (Free, registration required)

DETAILS: Athens area families are invited to this dog-themed summer party that will feature inflatable attractions, dog-themed kids activities, a Paw Patrol-themed toddler play area and dogs for guests to pet and interact with. Available refreshments will include hotdogs and ice cream. To register for the event, call (706) 543-2616 or visitforms.gle/nTSEwK8FgawJoEyw9.

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