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Pumpkin Festival
One of the surest signs of fall in Highlands is the sight of radiant pumpkins carpeting the yard of Highlands United Methodist Church. The Pumpkin Festival will be staged from 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Saturday, October 1. All funds raised will support the many Youth Mission activities. These ministries include local community service projects, plus trips to serve the …
Ablaze in Color
With memories of summer vacations beginning to fade around the edges, it’s a good time to consider the Highlands Historical Society’s Dazzlin’ Dahlia Show, set for 1:00 to 5:00 P.M. Saturday, September 10, at the Highlands Recreation Center at 600 North Fourth Street. Exhibitors can bring their flowers on Friday evening, September 9, from 5:00 …
Craft Beer Night
Cool fall nights are the perfect time to gather with friends and enjoy a brew, and last year’s ‘talk of the town’ event is back again! The Farm at Old Edwards Inn & Spa will be rocking on Thursday, October 20, from 6:30 to 10:30 P.M. as the Rotary Club of Highlands celebrates its second annual Craft Beer Night. You’ll …
Trunk Shows Highlight Season
Highlands is known for its boutique shopping, and the most popular shops in town are at the Old Edwards Inn and Spa. Acorns on Main Street features fine European and American antiques, gifts, jewelry, and one-of-a-kind home accessories. Upstairs, shop for designer women’s apparel, handbags, and scarves. In home accessories explore the designs of Juliska, Jan Barboglio, and William Yeoward …
Dahlias to Drool Over
Highlands Falls Country Club will be rocking on Thursday evening, September 8, as patrons of the Highlands Historical Society celebrate Dazzlin’ Dahlias. It’ll be a night of good food and competitive bidding, featuring the works four very talented artists have generously donated their art work for the Live Auction. During July and August, we’ve told you about these …
Alive with the Sound of Music
The streets are alive with the sound of music and the sights of people dancing every weekend throughout the season. The Saturdays on Pine concert series at Kelsey-Hutchinson Park always bring out a large crowd of people of all ages. This year’s grand finale is Labor Day weekend on Saturday, September 3, with the sounds of The Freeway Revival. …
Explore Your World
The arrival of Fall brings cool temperatures after a warmer than usual Summer and an abundance of classes and workshops to choose from at the Center for Life Enrichment for September. For Arts and Literature, in conjunction with corresponding exhibit at The Bascom, artist Susan Robert will explore the life and works of her friend, Expressionist artist Herbert Creecy. …
Big Fun on the Bio
Join the Highlands Biological Foundation for a Cajun celebration on Sunday, October 2, where a group of Highlands residents are hosting Highlands on the Half-Shell” in the amphitheater behind the Nature Center to support the Highlands Biological Station. Feast on steamed oysters and gumbo under a canopy of flame-colored leaves while enjoying the energetic tunes of Asheville’s Firecracker Jazz Band. …
Cruise-in to Fall
Did you know Sky Valley, with an average elevation of 3,500 feet, is the highest incorporated city in Georgia? With its country club, athletic center, public golf course, hiking trails, and gorgeous waterfall, it’s no wonder so many people have chosen to call this area home. Many events are scheduled throughout the year, but one of the most anticipated …
The Art of Growing
In 1996 Jeff and Jodie Zahner decided to open a cute little garden center called Chattooga Gardens in Cashiers. They wanted to specialize in plants that would thrive in our unusual mountain climate, and give clients the information they need to be successful. Western North Carolina is rich with a diversity of native plants and Chattooga Gardens encourages customers to use …
The Importance of Play
When was the last time you really played? We get bogged down in the minutia of daily life and sometimes forget to step outside and breathe. Dr. Trish Ring has created a place of magic called Blue Star Ranch that can help with that. Dr. Ring, who holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology, has acted as a Life Coach for the …
Legendary Golf Clubs
Highlands is scoring a coup by attracting Bobby Grace to move his Tour Studio here from St. Petersburg, Florida, in the near future. Grace, who’s toured the area many times to conduct custom fittings at local clubs, explained his decision in a recent interview. “My wife and I fell in love with Highlands on our first visit and are thrilled to …
