Seventeen local artists are taking part in a Holiday Open House Reception on Saturday, Dec. 12, from 1-7 p.m., at the Artists’ Undertaking Gallery, 309 Mill St., Occoquan. A group show, entitled ‘Gifted,’ runs Dec. 8-Jan. 4. The works of art include watercolors, etchings, photography, fused glass, turned wood, basketry, pottery, monotypes, encaustics, pastels, eggshell carvings, jewelry and acrylic paintings. The gallery is open daily, Nov. 21-Dec. 19, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., and Saturdays until 8 p.m. For gallery information call 703-494-0584 or visit www.theartistsundertaking.com.