Memorial Day in Newtown: Stop in after the parade!

pictured above: "Smaug" (dragon from The Hobbit) pastel drawing by Grace Porter

There is still time to view the work of 32 aspiring young artists from the Newtown area, currently being showcased now through June 1st at the Spring Youth Art Show hosted by Countryside Gallery.

Participating students from the Newtown area: Camryn Blauth, Connor Boucher, Kayleigh Burke, Isabella Cacciatore, Erin Casey, Allison Cirillo, Victoria Cirillo, Taylor Dahms, Mandi Gardner, Anthony Kelly, Olivia Kelly, Jason Khaytin, Brady Klein, Addison Kohler, Emily LaPlante, Anna Lee, Hanna Lipski, Kate Logan, Lily Logan, Abbie Lustig, Jessica Martin, Elena Miller, Grace Porter, Sarah Porter, Nolan Riesenberger, Gabi Smith, Isabella Starsinic, Abby Steadman, Erin Stone, Katie Sukunda, Anna Williamson, and Sarah Williamson.

The students, who are all age 8-18, work in various fine art mediums including pencil, pastel, watercolor, and acrylic painting. The art students are very excited to be sharing their work with their community, and grateful to be given this opportunity by the art gallery!

Consider coming out to support these talented young artists whose work will remain on display now through June 1st. Admission is free. Gallery hours are: Saturday 10am to 7pm, Sunday 11 am to 4 pm, Memorial Day through Wednesday 10 am to 6 pm. The gallery is located at 2 South State Street.