Just in time for holiday entertaining, this month’s column features recipes from two celebrated cookbook authors – both of whom will soon be visiting Highlands at hosted events at Half-Mile Farm. Mary Martha Greene is the author of The Cheese Biscuit Queen Tells All.
Feeling an above-normal level of gift giving anxiety in the days leading up to Christmas? These shops and galleries, recognized far beyond the confines of the Plateau, are a simple balm to ease your mind.
This year’s Highlands Olde Mountain Christmas Parade will be swinging to the beat of a cherished town tradition.
Angie Jenkins’ new book casts a warm light upon a Highlands that’s long past, before it slips beyond the collective memory.
If you’re feeling the stress of Covid, are you taking it out on your teeth?
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The Ruffed Grouse Tavern host Bluegrass Brunch– every Sunday with music from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. 
Sacred Sundays is a 90 minute class of mindfulness movement and poses accompanied with an acoustic sound meditation held by Robert John Malone. 
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Admission is $5 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M.
$5
Set in the Land of Oz, before and after Dorothy Gale’s arrival from Kansas, Elphaba and Glinda’s friendship is put to the test as they embrace their new respective identities as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch of the North, and how the consequences of their actions will change all of Oz forever. |
4 events,
Join us on Mondays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness! 
Studio Alive is a group of dedicated artists that share a passion for drawing from live models. The group meets in The Bascom’s Adult Studio on select Mondays, year-round.
Set in the Land of Oz, before and after Dorothy Gale’s arrival from Kansas, Elphaba and Glinda’s friendship is put to the test as they embrace their new respective identities as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch of the North, and how the consequences of their actions will change all of Oz forever.
Set in the Land of Oz, before and after Dorothy Gale’s arrival from Kansas, Elphaba and Glinda’s friendship is put to the test as they embrace their new respective identities as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch of the North, and how the consequences of their actions will change all of Oz forever. |
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Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness! 
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Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M
$8
Enjoy a warming flow of postures to strengthen and tone the breath, body and mind.
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness! 
Come join us for lunch each Thursday at 11:30 at a local restaurant and then quilting at the church. Held at St Jude's Catholic Church in Cashiers. |
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A non-profit resale store featuring furniture, home accessories, lamps, tools, linens, pictures, tableware and more at reasonable prices! 
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Fridays in December, we’re opening the cellar and keeping the Nest pouring until 8:00 p.m. Expect featured champagnes, cozy reds, and bottle discounts you won’t see every day. Holiday snacks are on: spiced pecans, bacon‑wrapped figs, and a few surprises. 
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
A gentle and accessible yoga class designed for anyone who prefers or benefits from the support of a chair. This class is ideal for those with limited mobility, recovering from injury, or seeking a low-impact way to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance, and promote relaxation. |
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A non-profit resale store featuring furniture, home accessories, lamps, tools, linens, pictures, tableware and more at reasonable prices! 
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What happens when the bands, camels, and floats arrive in Highlands? An amazing small-town Christmas Parade that you don't want to miss!
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green). 
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Come for the parade and stay for a delicious Pork BBQ lunch at Church of the Incarnation. |
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8 events,
The Ruffed Grouse Tavern host Bluegrass Brunch– every Sunday with music from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sacred Sundays is a 90 minute class of mindfulness movement and poses accompanied with an acoustic sound meditation held by Robert John Malone.
Featured
Recurring
Admission is $5 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M.
$5
Set in the Land of Oz, before and after Dorothy Gale’s arrival from Kansas, Elphaba and Glinda’s friendship is put to the test as they embrace their new respective identities as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch of the North, and how the consequences of their actions will change all of Oz forever. |
2 events,
Join us on Mondays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Studio Alive is a group of dedicated artists that share a passion for drawing from live models. The group meets in The Bascom’s Adult Studio on select Mondays, year-round. |
3 events,
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
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7 events,
Join us for Wednesday's classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness. 
Have you ever received the gift of a new digital device, like an iPad, smartphone or laptop, but had no idea how to use it? Hudson Library has the perfect solution-
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Interested in learning how to play the Chinese, tile-based game of Mahjong? Now is your chance! 
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with Mountain Theatre Company at our annual holiday spectacular! |
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Join a welcoming group of people that understand what you are going through. We come together to offer each other support, resources, and a listening ear.
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Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M
$8
Enjoy a warming flow of postures to strengthen and tone the breath, body and mind.
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness! |
11 events,
Featured
Recurring
Fridays in December, we’re opening the cellar and keeping the Nest pouring until 8:00 p.m. Expect featured champagnes, cozy reds, and bottle discounts you won’t see every day. Holiday snacks are on: spiced pecans, bacon‑wrapped figs, and a few surprises.
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
A gentle and accessible yoga class designed for anyone who prefers or benefits from the support of a chair. This class is ideal for those with limited mobility, recovering from injury, or seeking a low-impact way to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance, and promote relaxation. 
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Sarah and David are single strangers who meet at a mutual friend’s wedding and soon, through a surprising twist of fate, find themselves on a funny, fantastical, sweeping adventure together where they get to re-live important moments from their respective pasts, illuminating how they got to where they are in the present... and possibly getting a chance to alter their futures. |
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Your favorite vendors from the Saturday Farmer's Market (plus a few extras) will be warm and cozy indoors at the Highlands Rec Center with fresh produce, locally made bakery treats, specialty foods, handcrafted gifts, unique products, artful jewelry, Haitian metal art, and a FREE cup of Haitian Coffee we all know and love.
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
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Remember and Honor our veterans through the laying of Remembrance Wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes and the act of saying the name of each and every […] |
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Bring your guitar, banjo, harmonica, mandolin, fiddle or rhythm instrument and join the fun at an informal jam session at the public library in Cashiers!
The Ruffed Grouse Tavern host Bluegrass Brunch– every Sunday with music from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sacred Sundays is a 90 minute class of mindfulness movement and poses accompanied with an acoustic sound meditation held by Robert John Malone.
Featured
Recurring
Admission is $5 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M.
$5
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2 events,
Join us on Mondays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Studio Alive is a group of dedicated artists that share a passion for drawing from live models. The group meets in The Bascom’s Adult Studio on select Mondays, year-round. |
4 events,
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
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Experience the magic of “It’s a Wonderful Life” in a festive live radio theater performance by the Highlands Cashiers Players. Enjoy holiday music, heartwarming storytelling, and a joyful community celebration. This free December 16 show includes cake, champagne, and cheer. It is our gift to Highlands for 30 wonderful years. |
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Join us for Wednesday's classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness. 
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Do you love holiday baking? If so, we invite you to participate in CLE’s FREE cookie exchange on Wednesday, December 17th from 10am to noon!
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Sarah and David are single strangers who meet at a mutual friend’s wedding and soon, through a surprising twist of fate, find themselves on a funny, fantastical, sweeping adventure together where they get to re-live important moments from their respective pasts, illuminating how they got to where they are in the present... and possibly getting a chance to alter their futures.
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with Mountain Theatre Company at our annual holiday spectacular! |
8 events,
Featured
Recurring
Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M
$8
Enjoy a warming flow of postures to strengthen and tone the breath, body and mind.
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Come join us for lunch each Thursday at 11:30 at a local restaurant and then quilting at the church. Held at St Jude's Catholic Church in Cashiers. |
13 events,
Featured
Recurring
A non-profit resale store featuring furniture, home accessories, lamps, tools, linens, pictures, tableware and more at reasonable prices!
Featured
Recurring
Fridays in December, we’re opening the cellar and keeping the Nest pouring until 8:00 p.m. Expect featured champagnes, cozy reds, and bottle discounts you won’t see every day. Holiday snacks are on: spiced pecans, bacon‑wrapped figs, and a few surprises.
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
A gentle and accessible yoga class designed for anyone who prefers or benefits from the support of a chair. This class is ideal for those with limited mobility, recovering from injury, or seeking a low-impact way to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance, and promote relaxation. |
12 events,
Featured
Recurring
A non-profit resale store featuring furniture, home accessories, lamps, tools, linens, pictures, tableware and more at reasonable prices!
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
Join us for live music on the patio every Saturday at Highlander Mountain House from 1-3 PM. |
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8 events,
The Ruffed Grouse Tavern host Bluegrass Brunch– every Sunday with music from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sacred Sundays is a 90 minute class of mindfulness movement and poses accompanied with an acoustic sound meditation held by Robert John Malone.
Featured
Recurring
Admission is $5 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M.
$5
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2 events,
Join us on Mondays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Studio Alive is a group of dedicated artists that share a passion for drawing from live models. The group meets in The Bascom’s Adult Studio on select Mondays, year-round. |
3 events,
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
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5 events,
Join us for Wednesday's classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness.
Have you ever received the gift of a new digital device, like an iPad, smartphone or laptop, but had no idea how to use it? Hudson Library has the perfect solution- 
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7 events,
Featured
Recurring
Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M
$8
Enjoy a warming flow of postures to strengthen and tone the breath, body and mind.
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Come join us for lunch each Thursday at 11:30 at a local restaurant and then quilting at the church. Held at St Jude's Catholic Church in Cashiers. |
7 events,
Featured
Recurring
Fridays in December, we’re opening the cellar and keeping the Nest pouring until 8:00 p.m. Expect featured champagnes, cozy reds, and bottle discounts you won’t see every day. Holiday snacks are on: spiced pecans, bacon‑wrapped figs, and a few surprises.
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
A gentle and accessible yoga class designed for anyone who prefers or benefits from the support of a chair. This class is ideal for those with limited mobility, recovering from injury, or seeking a low-impact way to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance, and promote relaxation.
Price: $8.00 (with or without skates) Coffee and Hot Chocolate will also be available. For any additional information, please call the Highlands Parks & Recreation Dept. at 828-526-3556. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M.
$8
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6 events,
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
Join us for live music on the patio every Saturday at Highlander Mountain House from 1-3 PM.
Price: $8.00 (with or without skates) Coffee and Hot Chocolate will also be available. For any additional information, please call the Highlands Parks & Recreation Dept. at 828-526-3556. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M. |
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6 events,
Featured
Recurring
Bring your guitar, banjo, harmonica, mandolin, fiddle or rhythm instrument and join the fun at an informal jam session at the public library in Cashiers!
The Ruffed Grouse Tavern host Bluegrass Brunch– every Sunday with music from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sacred Sundays is a 90 minute class of mindfulness movement and poses accompanied with an acoustic sound meditation held by Robert John Malone.
Featured
Recurring
Admission is $5 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M.
$5
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2 events,
Join us on Mondays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Studio Alive is a group of dedicated artists that share a passion for drawing from live models. The group meets in The Bascom’s Adult Studio on select Mondays, year-round. |
2 events,
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
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7 events,
Featured
Recurring
Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M
$8
Enjoy a warming flow of postures to strengthen and tone the breath, body and mind.
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Come join us for lunch each Thursday at 11:30 at a local restaurant and then quilting at the church. Held at St Jude's Catholic Church in Cashiers. 
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5 events,
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
A gentle and accessible yoga class designed for anyone who prefers or benefits from the support of a chair. This class is ideal for those with limited mobility, recovering from injury, or seeking a low-impact way to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance, and promote relaxation.
Price: $8.00 (with or without skates) Coffee and Hot Chocolate will also be available. For any additional information, please call the Highlands Parks & Recreation Dept. at 828-526-3556. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M.
$8
Enjoy live music every Friday and Saturday at Happ's Place in Glenville. |
4 events,
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
Join us for live music on the patio every Saturday at Highlander Mountain House from 1-3 PM.
Price: $8.00 (with or without skates) Coffee and Hot Chocolate will also be available. For any additional information, please call the Highlands Parks & Recreation Dept. at 828-526-3556. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M.
Enjoy live music every Friday and Saturday at Happ's Place in Glenville. |
