The Yellow Springs Arts Council presents an opening reception of Portrait of a Woman on Friday, November 19, 6- 9 p.m. at the YSAC Gallery, 309 Xenia Avenue. The exhibit of paintings and mixed media by local artists Jade Nikita McConnell and Travis Tarbox Hotaling explores femininity from different perspectives. The work focuses on feminine roles in modern and past society and the philosophy of what it means to be a woman. Extended gallery hours are November 27, December 4 & 11, noon-4 p.m. For more information, contact Travis at travistarbox@gmail.com