Flagpole Photographers Camera Club invites readers to its October events, starting with the program night on “Underwater Photography & Animal Behavior,” hosted by Robyn Bright.

Bright will share her expertise in the world of underwater photography and animal behavior. There will be hands-on stations available, so those planning to attend should bring their camera.

The program will be on Thursday, October 12, at 7 pm, at Newtown Senior Center, 8 Simpson Street.

The competition theme for the month is “Scary,” and the monthly challenge theme is “One Leaf.”

This will be virtual and in person, also at the senior center, on Thursday, October 26, at 7:15 pm.

Members compete in a different assigned subject each month, as well as in a Monthly Challenge, Open Color, Open Monochrome, and Nature 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. For payment information, contact info@flagpolephotographers.com.

Students may join at no charge.

Additional club information, meeting dates, including calendar of events, member galleries, and workshop information can be found at FlagpolePhotographers.com.

For more information contact info@flagpolephotographers.com.