The Chocolate Church Art Gallery will host the Pastel Painters of Maine (PPOM) Holiday Members Show. The opening reception is Saturday, Nov. 15 from 4-6 p.m. for the exhibit displayed until Dec. 31.

The PPOM Holiday Members Show exhibits pieces from 50 artists in the art gallery at 804 Washington Street in Bath. Gallery hours are Tuesday-Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from noon until 4 p.m. For special holiday hours, call 207-442-8455.

Established in 1999, PPOM promotes public awareness of pastels and creates a network for local and regional artists. The organization also promotes art and art education for youth. They offer a scholarship, Excellence in Education, to a high school senior pursuing art, as well as a youth education program. This year’s scholarship was presented to Michaela Courtney, a senior at Thornton Academy.

Visit www.pastelpaintersofmaine.com for more information.