The Flagpole Photographers Camera Club invites local photography enthusiasts to join them for the launch of its 2020-21 season, which will be held virtually at least through December. All competitions and presentations will be held online, as Newtown Senior Center remains temporarily closed for events and classes.

Information on joining the virtual events can be found at flagpolephotographers.com, under the Events tab.

The season opener is a program on architecture presented by club member Mark Ashbolt on Thursday, September 10, at 7:15 pm. To participate in the ice cream social intended to coincide with the presentation, those joining the event are encouraged to have a dish of ice cream while watching.

The competition theme for September is nature. Members compete in a different assignment each month, as well as in Open Color and Open Monochrome.

The competition meeting this month is planned for Thursday, September 24, also at 7:15 pm.

New for this season is a monthly challenge category, which will be decided at the competition meeting for the next month. Although the competition is only open to members, the public is invited to listen to critiques and learn about photography.

There is no charge to attend Flagpole Photographers Camera Club competitions.

The club is a locally based nonprofit group that enables members to share their images and expertise, to learn and grow in their photography, and to enjoy the camaraderie of fellow photographers who come from diverse backgrounds, with photographic skills ranging from beginning novices to professionals.

New members are always welcome and may enter their work in monthly club competitions, participate in workshops, take field trips, get involved in community programs, and take part in annual exhibits. Dues are $35 per person or $55 for a family. Students may join at no charge.

Dues for the 2020-21 season can be made by check. For that information contact info@flagpolephotographers.com.

Additional club information, including meeting dates, the calendar of events, member galleries, and workshop information can be found at the club’s website.