A new art exhibit featuring oil, watercolor and pastel paintings by Betty Sheldon will open Sat., Sept. 10 during Applefest in the Ellendale Opera House Lobby & Gallery.

The exhibit will be open on Fridays in September during the OPERA lunch hour from noon-5pm, and a reception to recognize the well-known local artist will be held from 5-6pm Thursday, Sept. 8 in the Lobby & Gallery. Refreshments will be served.