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

CALLING ALL ARTISTS! Submit your work for consideration for presenting at the HBAC art-filled booth at Trudy Fest, held on August 15, 2026 in Highlands, NJ. Fest-goers will vote on their favorite piece. A prize will be awarded based on the public voting.

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. To honor the USA’s upcoming 250th celebration, poems with a patriotic theme are encouraged! Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 7 pm at Et Al - 300 Shore Drive, Highlands, NJ 07732

Take in the sights and scenes of America’s most storied highway, Route 66, via the paintings of artist, Elise Zoller, from her 2024 travels. Elise will present her paintings and travel stories in this lecture on Thursday, April 23rd, at 7pm at Bahr’s Landing.

Explore the life of Peace Pilgrim, (1908-1981), who traveled the US on foot with only the clothes on her back to spread her message of peace. This lecture is led by Belmar author, Merry Brennan, on Thursday, March 19th, at 7pm at Bahr’s Landing.

Explore the colorful world of creating art with alcohol ink with Highlands local, Sheila Weinstock, on Thursday, March 5th, at 6:30 pm at the VFW HBAC members participate for free. $20 for general public.

Put prose to paper in this poetry workshop and reading led by Highlands resident and poet, Frank Kozusko, on Thursday, January 22nd, at 7 pm at Bahr’s Landing. Students and HBAC members participate for free. $10 for general public.

Bring your clearest intention and learn how to magnify energy towards you in this group workshop led by Highlands energy healer and owner of Spiritual Beauty Center, Lisa Kochanik, at the Spiritual Beauty Center on October 23rd from 7-8:30pm

Bring your creativity and drink of choice for a Paint and Sip event led by Highlands local artist, Ann Hartmann, at the VFW on October 9th from 7-9pm.

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.

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.