Call to artists

NEWTON - The Sussex County Arts & Heritage Council invites area artists of all ages to participate in upcoming exhibits at the Public Gallery, 43-47 High St., Newton. The shows will run from May 20 through July 13. For artists 18 and over, a theme exhibit "Home Town Pride" will offer an opportunity to be creative in expressing you feelings about your current home, home town, or your ancestral roots. A second exhibit called "Generation Gap" will feature the work of artists age 60 and over as well as those 18 and under. This show combines previous shows called Golden Art and Kids Art. For further information, call the Council at 973-383-0027 or e-mail: arts-heritage@mercurylink.net. Entries are due by May 8. A nominal fee is charged to cover expenses. The mission of the Sussex County Arts & Heritage Council is to foster, promote and maintain the artistic, cultural and historical vitality of Sussex County.