The Flagpole Photographers Camera Club invite the public to its October events, which open with a presentation on nighttime photography. The club continues to conduct meetings and programs livestream. Visit flagpolephotographers.com for details, including program reservation information.

“Nighttime Photography Tips & Tricks” will be led by Mike Ver Sprill (a/k/a Milky Way Mike) on Thursday, October 14, at 7:15 pm.

The competition theme for October is “Lines And Angles.” The Monthly Challenge theme is “Motherhood or Fatherhood,” which will be explored Thursday, October 28, beginning at 7 pm.

Members compete in a different assigned subject each month, as well as in a Monthly Challenge, Open Color, Open Monochrome, and Comments Only categories. The Monthly Challenge is decided at the competition meetings for the following month. While 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.

Flagpole Photographers is a local 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 to join the club 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.

Annual dues are $35 per person or $55 for a family. Students may join at no charge. Dues for 2021-22 season can be made by check. For payment information, contact info@flagpolephotographers.com.

Additional club information, meeting dates, including calendar of events, member galleries, and workshop information is available on the club’s website or by sending e-mail to info@flagpolephotographers.com.