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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Help Military Families SOAR

We’re all indebted to and thankful for the many military personnel who serve so valiantly to keep us safe.  Of these brave individuals who put themselves in harm’s way protecting our freedom, the Special Operations Forces from the Army, Navy, Marines, and Air Force, are often on the forefront, and all too often make the ultimate sacrifice of losing their lives …

Get in the Green Groove

It’s time to start groovin’ again – Groovin’ On The Green, that is.   This event, sponsored by the Greater Cashiers Area Merchants Association, is a Cashiers area “must do” on Friday nights.  People of all ages head to the Village Commons for an evening of great music.  These evenings promise something for everyone and the musical groups who perform …

The Genius of Stopford

Highlands First Presbyterian Church’s Chancel Choir and other area singers will perform in a sacred choral concert in the church’s sanctuary at 7:00 P.M. Saturday, May 7, following a choral workshop which will take place that day. The public is cordially invited to attend.  The event will be facilitated by Master British Composer/Conductor Philip W.J. Stopford, a close friend of …


Get Some Happy Feet

May and June are spectacular in Highlands for a myriad of reasons, but one of our favorites is that the longer days and warmer temperatures herald the beginning of the outdoor music concerts on Friday and Saturday nights.  Friday Night Live performances take place at the Highlands Town Square from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M.  Saturdays on Pine are at the Kelsey …

The Bascom’s Family Day

Throughout the year, The Bascom presents exhibitions, classes, and events for adults or children, but Family Day, set for 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Saturday, June 25, is designed with the entire family in mind.  There is something for everyone to see, savor, touch, and experience.  And it’s absolutely free! This event jam-packed with creative fun will include outdoor activities, …

Fixin’ Hunger

The Big Ol’ Mountain Country Breakfast will be held Saturday, July 2, from 7:00 to 11:00 A.M. at the Cashiers Community Center.  It’s a great way to celebrate Independence Day by freeing yourself from worries about calories and carbs!    This breakfast promises to be the yummiest ever, worth every delicious buttery bite. Pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, gravy, grits, …


Sip and Shop

JMcLaughlin will host the third annual Sip and Shop to benefit Founder’s Park from 12:30 to 4:30 P.M. Saturday, May 28. Come to this event and enjoy light refreshments as you shop the Summer 2016 Collection of men’s and women’s clothing and accessories at J McLaughlin on Main Street in Highlands.  In addition, 15 percent of all purchases made during …

Sip and Shop

JMcLaughlin will host the third annual Sip and Shop to benefit Founder’s Park from 12:30 to 4:30 P.M. Saturday, May 28. Come to this event and enjoy light refreshments as you shop the Summer 2016 Collection of men’s and women’s clothing and accessories at J McLaughlin on Main Street in Highlands.  In addition, 15 percent of all purchases made during …

Winery and Finery

Once a year The Bascom brings out its best winery and finery for the event of the season ‘…the Collective Spirits Wine and Food Festival.  Not only is it three days of sumptuous tastes and vintage spirits, the affair is a chance to connect with friends, be treated like royalty, and snap up classy auction items. Over 600 attendees will …


Knowledge at Your Fingertips

The Center for Life Enrichment is springing to life with a fresh slate of new courses and offerings.    For Arts and Architecture, we’re offering “Beginning Drawing,” “Existential Themes in Film Noir,” and “The Utopian Communities” (this lecture is in conjunction with The Bascom’s exhibition, “Another Better World”). In the fascinating arena of Computers and Technology, where some of us …

Founder’s Park Food and Fun

Spring and warm weather means it’s time again for Highlands Marketplace.  Held in the Kelsey-Hutchinson Park on Saturdays from 8:00 A.M. to noon, this is the spot to find a variety of homegrown goods and fresh dairy products.   The Market has been a blessing to folks looking to buy fresh, local produce, honey, and other homemade goodness.  Since no …

Magical Botanical

The merry month of May signals the start of many programs, classes, and events for the Highlands Biological Station.  We hope you’ll join us to welcome spring by stopping in at the Nature Center, taking a stroll around the Botanical Garden or signing up for one of our classes or programs.    Wildflower Whimsy is a two-day event taking place Friday, …