Annual juried art exhibit coming to Newton

NEWTON — The 25th Annual Skylands Juried Art Exhibit will be held April 29 through June 2, at the Sussex County Arts and Heritage Council gallery, 133 Spring Street in Newton. Each year, artists 18 years of age or older are invited to submit entries in any media to the exhibit. This year, Marilyn Stevenson - a professional photographer, curator and gallery director - judged the works of art submitted by artists in the tri-state area. Eighty-one pieces were selected for the show from almost 400 entries. A champagne reception with the artists will be held at the council’s gallery on Saturday, April 28, from 4 to 7 p.m. Perona Farms will cater the event and harpist Cecilia Parker will provide the entertainment. The reception serves as a major fundraiser for the council and everyone is welcome. Admission with advance reservations is $20 and can be made by calling 973-383-0027 or by visiting www.25skylandsjuriedart.eventbrite.com. Admission at the door is $25. The presentation of awards starts at 6:30 p.m. These awards, which total over $3,000, were donated by patrons, businesses and organizations. They are given for different artistic achievements and include the annual prizes of the Patrick-Claus Award for first place, the Bruce & Beverly Gordon Award for second place, and the Best New Skylands Artist Award. The gallery is located in the council’s office at 133 Spring Street in Newton. The exhibition is sponsored by the NJ Herald and can be viewed free of charge during normal gallery hours: Tuesdays through Fridays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. More information about Skylands and other events is available on the council’s website, www.scahc.org, or by calling 973-383-0027.