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Good Shepherd’s Annual Auction
On July 7 and 8, shoppers from around the state will converge on Cashiers for The Church of the Good Shepherd’s Auction and Bazaar. All funds raised go directly to the community, benefiting over 20 local organizations. The excitement begins on July 7 with a silent and live auction at The Church of the Good Shepherd (1448 Highway 107 South). …
Their Hands to Yours
Getting up early Saturday mornings is something to look forward to now that Highlands Marketplace is in full swing. This local market opens Saturdays from 8:00 A.M. until 12:30 P.M. in Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park on Pine Street and you’ll want to arrive early for the best selections. Not only will you see your neighbors there shopping, but you’ll see local …
Village Nature Series
Come one, come all, for a once in a lifetime experience. As you may have heard, this summer brings the first total solar eclipse in four decades, right over the Cashiers area on August 21. Our small town lies directly in the line of maximum totality, the path in which the sun will be completely covered by the moon. …
Downtown’s Double Stuff
Fun, fun, fun. That’s what it’s all about in downtown Highlands and a big part of that fun on weekends is gathering your family, friends and neighbors and heading downtown to hear music on a pleasant summer evening. Outdoor concerts offer the perfect opportunity to sit back, relax and let the music take you away so don’t miss the …
A Trunkful of Beautiful
July in Highlands is a magical combination of gorgeous weather, sparkling colors, and a bustling shopping district. On everyone’s calendars are the trunk shows at Acorns Boutique at Old Edwards Inn and Spa. On July 7 and 8, Acorns will be featuring Temple St. Clair Jewelry and fabrics by Michael Kane Studios. Temple St. Clair found her passion for creative …
Garden Talk Salon
Sippin’ a beverage with friends on a warm day in the shade of an oak tree sounds like fun. The Garden Talk Salon celebrates Family and Friends with classes in Beverage Making, Floral Design, Garden Tours, and two Dogs in the Garden special events. On July 7, bring your friends and learn to make some Elderflower Pressé. Elderberry, Sambucus niger, …
Groovin’ on the Green
In 1992 when Al Balestiere, Elizabeth Davenport, and John Lupton donated the 12.5-acre park area now known as The Village Green, their hopes were to keep the village atmosphere of Cashiers alive. True to their vision, The Village Green has become central to the community; and few events capture the heart, soul, and cohesiveness of community life better than …
Diamonds & Denim
Why do the women of the Scaly Mountain Women’s Club give their all? Just ask any one of them and they’ll tell you it’s all about the Scholars. The SMWC’s Scholarship Fund helps residents of the Sky Valley-Scaly Mountain Fire District, living in either Macon or Rabun County, seeking assistance to advance their post high school education. The club currently …
Walks & Talks on the Wildside
The 14th annual Mountain Wildlife Days, scheduled for July 14 and 15 at the Sapphire Valley Community Center, will offer opportunities for all ages to experiences live animal presentations and nature in a positive way. On July 14, guided hikes to Whiteside and Panthertown will be offered along with a bird walk with a member of the Highlands Plateau Audubon …
Bark, Beer & Barbecue
After a three-year hiatus, one of the most fondly-remembered fundraisers and “fun-raisers” for the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society is back. Bark, Beer & Barbecue combines a fantastic mountain-themed dinner and auction with a unique setting and ambiance that will make even repeat visitors to The Farm feel like they are visiting a magical place for the very first time. The suspense …
A Hodgepodge of Happy At the Library
Since its inception, Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library has been charged with bringing the larger world to the residents of Southern Jackson County. This July, that mission goes into overdrive. Internationally-recognized banjoist Mary Z. Cox delivers a free banjo and dulcimer concert to the library’s Meeting Room at 7:00 P.M Thursday, July 6. Mary’s performance will feature an exhilarating mélange of …
Fireworks Extravaganza
The Fourth of July. This date needs no explanation. American Independence Day. Barbecue, hot dogs and hamburgers, and fireworks abound. But there’s more to it than that. This is the day, above all others, where people set aside their differences and come together as Americans. What better way to do that than with a vibrant mountain community? This …
