Luke Osteen

Highlands on the Half‑Shell returns October 4, bringing steamed oysters, Cajun‑inspired dishes, and community spirit to Valentine Meadow in support of the Highlands Biological Foundation.

Mountain Theatre Company’s SHOWSTOPPERS! is exactly what its title promises: a fast, glittering rush through the musical moments audiences never forget.Presented as a high-energy, 90-minute multimedia spectacular, the production celebrates the songs, dances, and cinematic images that have made Broadway and Hollywood musicals part of our shared cultural memory.

A CAPTRUST Community Foundation gift of $2,500 will help the Highlands Community Child Development Center continue offering dependable care and early‑learning support for local families.

The Village Green welcomes Serenity Richards as its new Operations & Development Coordinator, a role designed to strengthen both daily operations and long‑term support for the park’s mission.

Two heirloom hats long carried by Lec Hobbs are restored with a care that reaches back to the men who originally wore them, letting their legacy feel quietly renewed as the hats come back to life.

Waterdance offers a rare mix of river access and ridge‑top views, shaped by careful stewardship and the quiet character of the Tuckasegee landscape.

Peak Experience hosts Suzy Landa’s vibrant, artful jewelry trunk show on August 22 and 23.

This year’s Highlands-Cashiers Film Festival blends regional stories with global perspectives, offering films that explore place, identity, and community ties.

The 34th annual Bel Canto Recital returns September 13, bringing world‑class vocalists to Highlands and continuing a tradition that has raised more than $900,000 for arts and education.