Cheers to a Simpler Christmas

There’s beauty in simplicity when infusing a splash of holiday cheer throughout the house.

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Festival of Lights

Everyone – everyone – is invited to the lighting of the first candle of the Menorah at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park in Highlands on the

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Winter Wonderland

The Village Green and surrounding shops and businesses in Cashiers will be a Glittering Wonderland throughout the grey days and dark, dark nights

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Spring Onion Fritata

A light and quick fritata is perfect for a spring brunch. Spring onions make the fritata come alive, while the combination of two different cheeses add sophistication to the otherwise humble egg dish. Blending eggs in the blender makes the dish lighter and airier, so relying on a whisk is not advised. Ingredients Olive Oil, for the pan 5 Thin Spring …

On the Verandah Hosts WNCAP

The Western North Carolina AIDS Project’s (WNCAP) 15th annual Dining Out for Life benefit will take place on April 27 in Asheville and the surrounding communities, including Highlands.  On the Verandah of Highlands has agreed to be one of the host restaurants. “Dining Out For Life is an opportunity for everyone in the community to come out and support the …

Rock the Guac!

A man of many talents and interests, the common thread through Billy Leonard’s life is education. He is on the board of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, has a ministry, he is writing a book, and now is a Certified Health Coach.  He and his wife Yen Ling, grow much of their own produce and their three daughters think it’s great …


How Long Do I Wait?

When I entered the wine business 26 years ago, I immediately found that people are looking for others that they think will have the capacity to appreciate and enjoy their older wine treasures.  Many assumed I would be a worthy candidate. Typically, I would be given a taste of a 30-35-year-old Bordeaux. The color was usually a brickish red and …

Rosé Has Its Day

The Release the Rosé Wine Dinner at the Farm at Old Edwards on April 14 is a welcome harbinger of spring, and one you won’t want to miss. There are many misconceptions about the much-maligned wine and you’ll receive a comprehensive education when Advanced Sommelier Nick Demos takes the floor.  Don’t worry, there will be no tests, just lots of …

Cupcake Queen

“Cupcakes are just a little gift that can brighten any day,” explains local chef Taylor Crawford. You could say that she’s come upon her talents naturally, but there’s plenty of trial and error in her background, and maybe a touch of magic. “I learned to cook from my mom, sometimes my great-grandmother. Just little things here and there,” she says. …


The Right Direction

Donna Cochran has been part of the Highlands Cashiers Players since its first production,   “Steel Magnolias,” in which she played the role of Ouiser.   At that time, the organization was known as Highlands Community Players and Cochran has seen many things, in addition to the name, change since 1995. “My father used to say, ‘That which does not change …

Chamber Concert Series

The Highland-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival is presenting its 36th season June 25 through August 6.  The regular concert series are held Fridays and Saturdays at the Highlands Performing Arts Center and Saturdays and Mondays at the Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library. A featured artist this season is cellist Zuill Bailey, 2017 winner of two Grammy Awards and considered one of the premier …

Youth Theater New, & New

The Highlands Performing Arts Center announces the appointment of Megan Greenlee Potts as Artistic Director of the PAC Youth Theater.   Potts’ predecessor, Dr. Ronnie Spilton, now shares her time between Highlands and Savannah with her husband Curt.  Potts has been Dr. Spilton’s assistant for many years; and has years of technical and acting experiences, including a bachelor’s degree from …


This Summer’s Gonna Rock

The Highlands Performing Arts Center’s 2017 Concert Season begins Saturday, June 17, with the PAC Gala featuring an all-new show by The Hit Men 2.0.   The concert begins at 5:00 P.M. and the Gala Dinner at 7:00 P.M. at Highlands Falls Country Club.   The Hit Men is a supergroup comprised of vocalists who either played, sang or performed …

Satellite Series Soars

April is a busy month for the Live via Satellite Series at the Highlands Performing Arts Center. On Sunday, April 2 at 12:55 P.M, The PAC presents “Bolshoi Ballet, A Contemporary Evening,” together with Harald Lander’s homage to classical ballet in “Études” and Alexei Ratmansky’s colorful folklore-inspired “Russian Seasons.” “A Contemporary Evening” brings some of the best dancers in the …