Highlands on the Half-Shell returns October 5 with Cajun cuisine and oysters to support local conservation and education efforts.

With the mountains greening all around us, there’s no better time for the Highlands Mountain Garden Club to stage its now-legendary Annual Plant Sale at the Town Ball Field on Saturday, May 24. 

We’re missing William McReynolds in this spot, but this is still a wonderful issue spotlighting a spectacular month.

It’s time to tidy up the neighborhood – you’re invited to join the Plateau Pickup, set for Saturday, April 26.

The performers featured in the free Friday Night Live and Saturdays on Pine Outdoor Concert Series bring diverse sounds to residents and visitors.   

The entire Plateau – boys, girls, parents, supporters, llamas – is invited to join the fun at the Boy & Girls Club’s May Fest, Saturday, May 3, on Frank Allen Road in Cashiers.

A splash of colors, and a dash of barely-contained excitement – Satolah Creek Farm is hosting a next generation Easter Egg Hunt, April 19. For tickets or more information, visit SatolahCreekFarm.com/Events.

Everyone’s invited to The Center for Life Enrichment’s Opening Season Soiree, an exclusive preview of the upcoming 2025 Season of discovery and enlightenment – 5:00 P.M. Friday, June 6, at Highlands Wine & Provisions. Call (828) 526-8811 or visit CLE’s website to RSVP.

The Three River Fly Fishing Festival, set for May 1-3, offers plenty of challenges for both veteran anglers and clever novices of all ages.