Autumn Warner sits on Santa's lap at Highland County Crafts last Saturday as Brianna Wimer waits her turn. Adults walked past the elder elf on their way to check out the many handmade goods the store has to offer this holiday season. By the looks of things, Santa's helpers (Highland Division) were busy this year. The children bypassed the stores shelves, however, going straight to their personal shopper whose giftworthiness criteria is naughty or nice, not cash or credit. See more Wintertide photos, pages 14-16. (Recorder photo by James Jacenich)
Eddie and Rhonda Shinaberry of Deerfield bring their wreaths to Wintertide every year. (Recorder photo by James Jacenich)
Cappie Hull wrote the words and Bobby Vandevander illustrated a children's book about Highland's Christmas tree that sat in front of the nation's capital in 2004. She was taking orders for the recently published book at The Highland Center. (Recorder photo by James Jacenich)
The Nativity scene at High's Restaurant beckons weary travels to come in. (Recorder photo by James Jacenich)
This week's winter storm made Monterey look like this miniature scene at 115 W. Main Street. (Recorder photo by James Jacenich)
Ginger Morgan has studio space at The Highland Center. The artist held an open house during Wintertide. (Recorder photo by James Jacenich)
Antiques at Narrowfellow has a new addition: a tiny angel doll in an equally small crib. (Recorder photo by James Jacenich)
High's Restaurant put on a festive air for the holiday season.
The Attic in Monterey benefits homeless pets; it's slightly used goods benefit all that patronize the benefit shop.
Mad Maggie had woolen hats for sale at Wintertide.
JR Chaney is content to contemplate the magical Christmas decorations at The Highland Center. (Recorder photos by James Jacenich)
Gallery of Mountain Secrets sprouted golden Merry-goround horses in its display window.
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