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Big ‘Ol Barn Dance
A North Carolina summer evening with all the trimmings: a historic location, stunning views, savory barbecue, fun times, dancing and some of the best Appalachian mountain music this side of the Mississippi River. It’s all this and more during the Mountain Youth Charities’ Second Annual Barn Dance and Barbecue, on Saturday, July 21, from 6:00 to 10:00 P.M. at Sawyer …
Something Rash
New York Times bestselling author Ron Rash will be the keynote speaker for The Literacy Council of Highlands’ summer fundraising event, A Celebration for Education, held Thursday, July 26. Ron Rash is the author of “Serena,” a bestselling novel that was made into a major motion picture in 2014 starring Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence. He has written five other novels, …
See You At The Tea
Join your friends and neighbors as you hear author Mary Alice Monroe talk about her latest book, “Beach House Reunion.” Mrs. Monroe is the featured speaker for Highlands United Methodist Church’s fifth annual Author’s Tea. The event will be held on Saturday, June 23, from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. in the church’s Faith and Fellowship Center. Enjoy tasty finger sandwiches …
Beautiful, Functional, Fabulous
One of my favorite things about the Plateau is the wealth of talented artists we have here. I love walking through all the art galleries and festivals that fill our mountains. In particular, I love looking at the ceramics. The Western North Carolina mountains have a deep and rich history of pottery and ceramics. It’s such a fascinating art form, …
Appalachian Music Live
Appalachian music is an eclectic blend of bluegrass, English and Irish balladry, Irish and Scottish fiddle tunes, African-American Blues, hymns, gospel tunes, country music, American folk, Jam Americana, and a chunk of mountain rock. Within this broad spectrum of entertainment styles there’s something for every performer and every audience to tap-atoe to. Preserving Appalachian history in melody and lyric is …
Get Your Mojo Moving’
Some activities define a community, and in Cashiers there is one event that is eagerly anticipated each year by everyone from all walks of life − Groovin’ on The Green. This outdoor celebration of music and life is the nearly perfect expression of fun in the mountains. It is the ideal way to end your week and start your weekend …
Eclectic & Elegant
What’s your favorite thing about Highlands in June? Is it the cool weather, the blooming rhododendron, the opening of the many upscale boutiques? If you include number three among your most anticipated events, then look no further than the trunk shows at Acorns Boutique. Acorns has become known for its eclectic but elegant choices in home décor, jewelry, and fashion, …
Up The Ante For The Playhouse
Step down the red carpet and help support a shining star on the Plateau – the Highlands Playhouse. On Sunday, July 1, the playhouse will host a fundraiser, StarStruck, at the Highlands Country Club beginning at 5:30 P.M. Tickets are $200 per person or $1,800 for a table of eight, which includes eight complimentary movie tickets at the Playhouse for …
A Moving Experience
Highlands Motoring Festival Weekend, June 7–10, is eagerly anticipated by car enthusiasts young and old from near and far. Featured in national publications and drawing entries that would be the envy of much larger shows, HMF is still a true local event. The four-day festival is planned and administered entirely by a dedicated group of local volunteers with the support …
A Toast To Perseverance
Don’t be afraid to fail – Michael Honig The best wine is produced from grapes that come from a stressed environment. Could we say the same for men? If we’re discussing Michael Honig, then the answer is “Yes.” At age 22, Michael left college to save his deceased grandfather’s dream of having a family winery (we use the word “winery” …
Saucy Sisters Bowtie Pasta
The Saucy Sisters, Beverly Wichman and Barbara Wichman Nowak, are siblings, best friends, frequent dining partners…and barstool companions. They can often be found in front of a camera, behind a microphone or in a classroom delivering their food and beverage knowledge with a sense of humor – and with a glass of wine in hand. For 10 years, they were …
The Garden Of Eatin’
This month’s Laurel Restaurant Review takes us to Bake My Day, a little sunburst at the far end of Wright Square in Highlands. “Wait a second, Luke,” you’re saying, “didn’t you review that place three years ago?! Aren’t there plenty of places out there that you haven’t gotten to yet, places deserving of attention?! Why has Bake My Day jumped …
