BETHEL – A Bethel man will give a presentation on his life as an artist and gem cutter from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, in the McLaughlin Auditorium at Gould Academy.

Jim Mann will talk about how he became involved in the world of rocks and minerals and why Maine is a good place to discover them.

His talk is hosted by the Western Mountains Senior College.

Residents can bring their rocks for Mann to assess and provide information.

The event is free and open to the public. For more information call the Western Mountains Senior College at 824-2780.

mdaigle@sunmediagroup.net