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Flagpole Photographers Celebrate Four Decades

Published: Jun 17, 2025 7:00 am

The Flagpole Photographers Camera Club celebrated its 40th anniversary on June 5.

The celebration was held at Newtown Senior Center with current and former members connecting and reconnecting over stories and favorite photos. Numerous awards were presented to club members.

Additionally, a raffle was held with prizes were associated with photography.

A buffet dinner was provided as well as a sheet cake in recognition of the club’s 40th anniversary.

A cornerstone of the Newtown photography community since 1985, The Flagpole Photographers Camera Club is a local nonprofit that welcomes photographers of all levels — from beginners to professionals. It offers opportunities to learn, share, and grow through monthly competitions, workshops, field trips, community programs, and exhibitions.

Meetings and competitions are free to attend, and new members are always welcome.

To learn more about the club — including upcoming events, workshops, member galleries, and how to join — visit flagpolephotographers.com.

Members of Flagpole Photographers Camera Club gathered on June 5 to celebrate the local phtography club’s 40th anniversary. —Bee Photos, Glass

Former Flagpole Photography Camera Club President Don Brooks (2009-11) joins current President Melissa Bilotta to cut the celebratory cake during the club’s 40th anniversary celebration.

Some of the numerous photography awards that have been recently won by members of Flagpole Photographers were on display at the club’s celebration.

Flagpole Photographers member Micheline Williams reacts after winning one of the raffle prizes, much to the delight of other club members, during the club’s June 5 celebration.

Current Flagpole Photographers’ President Melissa Bilotta (center) stands with previous club presidents. From left is Anne Eigen, Don Brooks, Robyn Abrams, Mark Ashbolt, Sandy Schill, and Darrell Harrington.

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