SARANAC LAKE — Every year the Adirondack Artists Guild holds one or two “themed” exhibits, specifically for the members. It’s kind of like being back in school again and getting an assignment.

The theme for the guild’s May exhibit is birch, and not just one, but “Birch Birch Birch.” That is bound to be interpreted in at least 15 unique ways. The birch tree is notable for its striking white bark and is often among the first trees to regenerate with new growth after forest fires. The public is invited to see what “new work” develops in the gallery at the May 2 exhibit opening, from 5 to 7 p.m., kicking off the summer 2025 exhibit schedule. Food and refreshments will be provided. The exhibit will continue through June 3.

Gallery members include: Jacqueline Altman, watercolor paintings; Nancy Brossard, oil paintings; Michael Burpoe, watercolors; Jeanne Danforth, watercolors, acrylics and oils; Kathy Ford, acrylics and watercolors; Georgeanne Gaffney, acrylics Sandra Hildreth, oils; Mark Kurtz, photography; Suzanne Lebeda, watercolors; Barry Lobdell, photography; Karen Morris, ceramic;, Anastasia Osolin, collage and assemblage; Burdette Parks, photography; Toos Roozen-Evans, jewelry; and Eleanor Sweeney, photography. Works by individual artists as well as exhibits are available for viewing online at adirondackartistsguild.com.