Community
The Highlands Community Association is a volunteer-run community association. It is not a homeowners association and, as such, does not have authority to set laws or policies in the neighborhood. Membership in the Highlands Community Association requires a nominal fee. The Association publishes a monthly newsletter, the Highlands Lowdown, which has been in continuous publication since 1954.
The Association also sponsors an annual 4th of July festival, begun and continuously run since 1960. The 4th of July festival includes a parade and fireworks display on the evening of July 3rd. Following the parade on the morning of July 4th are other activities including a water carnival with swim races, arcade games, food, a foot race and other activities.
The United Methodist Church in the Highlands offers community discussions, day care services and has an active theater group known as the Crystal Springs Players.
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