The Jaffrey Civic Center is opening its newest art show, “The JCC Juried Show: Contrasts in Time, Tradition and Transformation,” showcasing the work of Jill Fischman, Seth Holtzman, Mary Bradley, Edith Beal Tuttle, Judy Unger-Clark, Susan Garry, Don Collins, Martha Behrens-Temple, Amy McGregor-Radin, Holly Harmon-Morse, Paul R Cooper, Phil Bean and Maureen Ahern.

The exhibition will run from Aug. 10 to Sept. 21 in the Auditorium Gallery in the civic center, located at 40 Main St. in Jaffrey.

The exhibition brings together works chosen by juror Craig Stockwell, in accordance with the theme of bridging the gap between past and present, inviting audiences to appreciate both tradition and the creativity of transformation in art.

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet some of the artists at the opening reception, which will take place on Friday, Aug. 16, from 5 to 7 p.m. This show will have 3 People’s Choice Awards and prizes to accompany them. The voting begins Aug. 10 and ends Sept 20. There will be a ballot box for audience members to cast their vote at the JCC for these three categories: Best in Show, Best Technical and Strongest Emotional Connection. Winners and prizes will be announced at 5:30 during an awards reception scheduled for Friday, Sept. 20, from 5 to 7 p.m.

The exhibition will be open to the public Wednesdays through Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 to 2 p.m. Admission is free, and the building is accessible to people with disabilities.