A creative offering for the local veteran community, this workshop introduces participants to blind contour drawing, a technique that enhances artistic confidence, observational skills, and expressive mark-making. Thursday, June 19th at 5:30pm in Highlands, NJ at the VFW on Bay Ave.

This event features poetry reading by student poets from Henry Hudson Regional High School’s award winning “Poetry Out Loud” team. Depending on time, following the student readings, the mic will be open to anyone to share poetry as an open mic’ format. Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 7 pm at Et Al - 300 Shore Drive, Highlands, NJ 07732

In partnership with the Highlands Garden Club, the Highlands Borough Arts Council presents The Art of Coastal Gardening: Turning Water Into Resource. Led by Mary Paist-Goldman of Rippled Water Engineering, this workshop will explore the art of capturing rain to transform your garden into a beautiful eco-friendly, water-efficient space! April 5 at 10 am at Et Al in Highlands, NJ.

Embark on a photographic journey to Timbuktu, Togo, Ghana, Benin, Mali, and Burkina Faso with Joan Bruno on March 27th at 6 pm at Bahr’s Landing.

Hear from Tom Arndt, screenwriter of Underneath the Same Moon, a romance and comedy featuring a happily married man who awakens from a coma. His last memory… buying a wedding ring.. for his ex. Will his heart remember what his brain forgot?

Decipher Secrets of An Ancient Egyptian Tomb with JJ Shirley and the HBAC on February 27th at Bahr’s Landing.

Join the HBAC with Elisa Bates on February 13th to dive into the surfing culture of Rockaway Beach, NYC.

Join the HBAC with Steve Shaheen on January 30th to learn about the history and techniques of stone sculpting at historic Bahr’s Landing.

Perk up and learn about the art and chemistry of coffee with Steven at Fair Mountain Coffee.

Sheila Weinstock will guide you in creating a piece of photo art jewelry.

Shuck oysters and taste wine with Barnegat Bay Oyster collective and local sommelier, Katie Califano!

Just in time for gift-giving season, learn the artistic secrets of the perfect bow from the experts at In The Garden!

Introducing "The Art of..." Series featuring artistic aspects of local businesses with events running from September through November. We hope to see you there!

Create your own pizza and trivet at Franny’s Pizza and Restaurant with Mya Anital!

Join Chilangos owner Leo Cervantes on a colorful journey into the art and history of tequila, with a premium tequila tasting and finger-foods.

Summer Solstice Drum Circle - Celebrate summer in rhythm with the HBAC, Highlands Rec Center and the Jersey Shore Frame Drummers on Thursday, June 20th at 7 pm on the beach at the Snug Harbor Community Center.

Open Mic Poetry Night at Et Al! - Thursday, May 2nd, 7-8:30 pm

Soprano Melanie Henley Heyn brings her renowned program, "What's Opera, Bruh?" to the U.N.OWENS MUSICAFE on Bay Ave. With heartrending arias and quick-witted repartee, Melanie takes the audience through the volatile history of opera, one tragic heroine at a time.

Live From Mexico City: Frida Kahlo expert, Dr. Candy Mar, of The Blue House Museum will showcase Kahlo’s life and work over a Zoom streamed at Bahr’s Landing in Highlands, NJ on January 26th at 7pm.

Join the HBAC for a SketchWALK on June 25 at Veteran’s Park at 11 am! Sketch points-of-interest around town ending at Hinlickity’s for a free scoop of ice cream on us.

Join the Atlantic Highlands Arts Council for a day trip to sculpture gardens in Hamilton, NJ

Add your hand print to the Highlands community mural at the Community Center. All are welcome!

Join local Highlands artist and poet Francesca du Ciel for a reading of her work “07732” and an engaging Q&A!