Highlands is getting into the swing of its annual Fling this Saturday, an all ages event that draws the rural community together.
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This year the fling is organized with a healthy living theme in mind B次元官网网址� athletics, local foods and holistic healing are on offer.
The morning starts with a ball hockey game at 11 a.m. at the Highlands West Fire Hall, on Millstream Road.
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At 1 p.m. the celebration begins at the Caleb Pike Heritage Park. Local entertainers are performing throughout the day, including musician Jim Brannigan and Tickles and Yowza the clowns.
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Game prizes are a reflection of the rural nature of the community. Last year when Highlands resident Rob Jirucha won at bingo, he was handed a 50 pound bag of rabbit feed.
Since he didnB次元官网网址檛 own any rabbits, he gave the feed to Lee who does.
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Starting at 2:30 p.m. youth from across the district will hit the stage for a talent show, which promises singing, dancing, acting and musical performances.
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Throughout the afternoon holistic healing will be offered in the school house. Services include reiki, crystal healing, hand massage and acupuncture. All services are by donation and money raised will go towards Jeneece Place.
The day will end with the traditional and fiercely competitive community tug-o-war.
Highlands Fling is Saturday, Sept. 10 with activities at Caleb Pike Heritage Park, 1589 Millstream Rd., from 1 to 5 p.m.
reporter@goldstreamgazette.com
