Headlining SundayB次元官网网址檚 Highlands Fling is none other than Juno-award-winning Stephen Fearing, who recently moved to the Island.
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As well as music, a number of other activities are planned, ranging from the traditional tug-o-war game to childrenB次元官网网址檚 races to a display of a Highlands Fire Department truck.
A number of mini presentations will also be held throughout the day, with topics such as indigenous trees and birds, honey-bee collecting and astronomy.
There will even be telescopes outfitted with the proper filtration systems to allow the public to see sunspots.
Another popular activity Richardson said is returning for this yearB次元官网网址檚 event is the healing house. For a donation, reiki and massage practitioners will offer demonstrations of their services.
The Fling will also mark the grand opening of the Highlands Museum at the Caleb Pike Homestead, which showcases not only the history of the homestead but the entire area.
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Mark your calendar:
When: Sunday, Sept. 13, 12 - 5 p.m.
Where: The Caleb Pike Homestead, 1589 Millstream Rd.
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