Events

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A Taste of Generosity

Issue: October 2025

On October 12, Highlands First Presbyterian Church hosts the 14th annual Empty Bowls lunch, raising vital funds for the Highlands Food Pantry through handmade pottery, donated soups, and shared generosity.

Rotary Club of Highlands Welcomes International Friendship Center Executive Director, T.J. Smith

Issue: Whats News

The Rotary Club of Highlands was honored to host T.J. Smith, Executive Director of the International Friendship Center (IFC), at its recent meeting. Smith shared updates on the organization’s vital work in the community, including upcoming events and the increasing need for services at the IFC Food Pantry.

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Heroes Fight Hunger

Issue: December 2024

The Plateau’s twin food pantries are serving up holiday feasts so that everyone enjoys a measure of Christmas Cheer.

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Bridging Communities with Compassion

Issue: October 2024

The International Friendship Center serves as a beacon and lifeline for tempest-tossed immigrants.

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Fill Those Empty Bowls

Issue: October 2024

It’s an open table when the Highlands community serves up its Empty Bowls Project, October 13 at First Presbyterian Church of Highlands. Tickets are $35.

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Addressing the Pandemic: The International Friendship Center

Issue: December 2020

An innovative program launched by the International Friendship Center in Highlands aims to sharpen the work skills of people throughout the community.

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