BEST IN SHOW: Fundraiser for Friends of the Shelter Dogs

Watch Trailer Director: Christopher Guest
Cast: Christopher Guest, Eugene Levy, Catherine O'Hara, Parker Posey, Fred Willard

Come to the Athena for a special, pet-friendly screening event – it’s sure to be a dog-gone blast!

Wait…I can bring my dog to the Athena Cinema to watch a movie??! In a word…YES!!

Join us on Saturday, October 12th at 1:00 p.m. for a one-time screening of the classic canine comedy from Christopher Guest – BEST IN SHOW!

This event will be a fundraiser for the Athens County Friends of the Shelter Dogs organization. So, bring your own furry friend or simply come and hang out with adoptable dogs from the Athens County Dog Shelter…and, maybe think about taking one home.

Red Carpet Photos and more

Every dog can feel like Best in Show with their very own red carpet photo! During the first hour of the event, we’ll have a photographer standing by to shoot portrait photos of you and your pet on the red carpet. These keepsakes will be available for purchase for $5.

We’ll also have homemade doggie treats for your furry friends!

Admission for the film is $10 and includes a treat for your furry friend.

Red carpet photos are $5.

All proceeds will be donated to Friends of the Shelter Dogs.

Event Schedule

1 – 2pm: Open house (photos, treats, hang-out)

2pm: Film starts

2:45 – 3:15pm: Film intermission

4pm: Film ends

Requirements

All dogs must be on a regular, non-retractable leash. We require that all dogs be current with vaccinations and in good health. Aggressive dogs will not be welcome, so please be considerate of everyone’s safety and think twice before bringing your dog to the event.

About Friends of the Shelter Dogs

Friends of the Shelter Dogs is a is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides assistance to the dogs in the Athens County Dog Shelter by offering services like veterinary support for sick and injured dogs, spaying and neutering, rescue operations and promotion for potential adoption. All of this is done in order to save the lives of lovable dogs who are looking for a good home.