Donna Rhodes

Leslie Jeffery’s vibrant abstract paintings – shaped by a lifetime of color, movement, and mountain inspiration – invite viewers into a world where form dissolves and emotion leads the way.

Blue Ridge JAM gives local students a musical pathway rooted in Appalachian heritage, offering instrument instruction, cultural enrichment, and community connection for young musicians.

A master of impressionistic photography, April cover artist Gwen Greenglass transforms familiar landscapes into soft, painterly images that capture emotion and turn light itself into poetry.

A new pollinator garden, created in memory of Thomas Taulbee, is taking root beside the Cashiers Chamber of Commerce—honoring his legacy of kindness, community, and conservation while building a vibrant habitat that will bloom for generations.

Sonya and Dennis Lehmann bring their sought‑after meats and baked goods to Locally Grown on the Green beginning May 6 and to the Highlands Farmers Market starting April 4.

Rotary’s April Bingo Night shines a spotlight on Highlands School’s Interact Club, whose student‑led service projects – from local outreach to global giving – are powered in part by the fun and generosity of this monthly community tradition.

From massage and skincare to holistic therapies and serene relaxation spaces, Unfurl Wellness Spa offers a rejuvenating escape for mind and body.

At Dead Artists Gallery, vintage originals and playful spirit make art collecting feel personal and fun.

Highlands native Kimberly Edwards Woodman channels generations of family artistry into plein‑air works that celebrate the color and motion of mountain waters.