February 2021 | Laurel Magazine

Joy Garden Tour

Issue: 2021/03 – March | by Ann Self - The Village Green in What to do in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

The Joy Garden Tour, set for July in Cashiers, is a marvelous tonic for the stresses of this Covid-battered year.

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Power of Dreams

Issue: 2021/03 – March | by Deena Bouknight in What to do in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

A special exhibition at the Bascom, “Freewheeling: The Allure of the Automobile in Contemporary Art” runs from May 11–August 21. The Highlands Motoring Festival is revving up for a June 10-13 return to the Plateau. For more information, visit highlandsmotoringfestival.com.

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Chuck Leavell, The Tree Man

Issue: 2021/03 – March | by Marlene Osteen in What to do in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

Bear Shadow Festival Rock Star Chuck Leavell’s long, strange journey began with the magic of Ray Charles and led through worldwide fame with The Rolling Stones, before ending up in the deep woods outside Macon, Georgia.

Mutual Support

Issue: 2021/03 – March | by Deena Bouknight in What to do in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

Both Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library and Hudson Library have access to vast collections of books, DVDs and CD books.

Suddenly March

Issue: 2021/03 – March | by William McReynolds - Highlands Plateau Audubon Society in Recreation and Creation | Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

In like a lion, out like a lamb, March is so much more. And don’t forget to fire up your waffle griddle and hoard your Oreos!

All Around Earth Day

Issue: 2021/03 – March | by Deena Bouknight in What to do in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

A lower-key, more personal celebration is on tap for this year’s Earth Day, set for April 22.

How ‘bout Them Apples?

Issue: | by Deena Bouknight in What to do in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

The noble apple tree finally gets its day in the sun with The Cashiers Historical Society’s Heritage Apple Day, set for Saturday, March 27 at the Cashiers Community Center.

Winter Cover Photo Contest

Issue: 2021/03 – March | by Luke Osteen in What to do in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

As we’re all focused on the arrival of spring, don’t forget those memories of winter. Laurel Magazine is saving a spot for you in its Winter 2022 Cover Photo Contest.