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Garden Lovers Rejoice
The emerald green that carpets the summits and coves of this corner of Western North Carolina represents a series of unique botanical ecosystems. Many of these systems are under threat from development and human encroachment. That’s why the Southern Highlands Reserve is so vital to the health of native plant and animal communities. Located at the peak of Toxaway Mountain …
All Eyes Focus on Hocus Pocus
Though the temperature of Highlands Rec Park Pool is kept a balmy 82 degrees, you’d be forgiven if you find it a little bit chilly on Friday, October 4. That’s because they’ll be screening “Hocus Pocus” for its Dive-In Movie. It’s a feel-good Halloween film from the Walt Disney Company. It involves a trio of witches (Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy, …
Leaf Through Your library
Now that we’ve arrived in this most glorious month on the calendar, it’s time to survey all of the possibilities afforded by the season. That’s when the surprisingly deep resources of Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library come into play. Naturally, the standout attraction for locals and visitors alike is the astonishing foliage display everywhere you look. But there’s so much more …
Instilling the Library 4 Kids
Instilling the love of reading is one of the most rewarding things about parenting. It starts young and as they grow, there are lots of ways to foster their curiosity. Thanks to a grant from the Highlands Community Fund and funding provided by the Hudson Library Board of Trustees, our local library has continued to add features to entice young …
All Hallow’s Eve
Halloween, it’s not just for kids anymore, but it’s a night of fun for all ages, thanks to the Downtown Highlands Halloween celebration. This annual event, sponsored by the Highlands Chamber of Commerce, will be held on Thursday, October 31, at 6:00 P.M., and offers fun for everyone. This unique celebration offers us the chance to join all of our …
Icons of Flight & Beauty
Have you ever watched a bird make graceful circles high in the sky and thought, “If only I could do that?” Chances are you were admiring the effortless flight of true masters of the sky, the group of agile and powerful avian hunters known as raptors. These magnificent birds will be featured during “Raptor Encounter: Getting to Know the Masters …
Highlands School Fall Festival
So many families have traditions that are unique to them and when my children were young, one of ours was the Highlands School Fall Festival. As soon as the weather started cooling, the kids’ excitement grew exponentially and, as a parent, it was a delight to watch them join their friends for an evening of games, laughter, and the …
Autumn Extravaganza
There are plenty of reasons to head to Sky Valley, Georgia – the fresh mountain air, waterfalls, spectacular Autumn colors, the scent of Georgia pine. October is a glorious month in Sky Valley and it’s especially fun at the Sixth Annual Sky Valley Fallfest. From 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Saturday, October 19, visitors will be treated to hayrides, a …
Bowling Over the Hungry
On Sunday, October 6, please join Fishes and Loaves Food Ministry and Cashiers churches at The Orchard Event Barn for the Empty Bowls Soup Luncheon from noon to 2:00 P.M. Local artisans have created unique, hand-crafted bowls that can be filled with the eight different varieties of soup crafted by eight of Cashiers’ finest chefs. Cost of the event is …
Supporting Hospice House
Ristorante Paoletti Co-owner and Executive Chef Kevin Paoletti, and Paoletti Co-Owner and Hospice House Foundation of Western North Carolina Board Member Arthur Paoletti are putting the finishing touches on their restaurant’s gala evening of marvelous food and wine and fundraising. On Wednesday, September 25, restaurant/event patrons will indulge in an epicurean four-course menu with wine pairings especially selected for the …
Pick of the Patch
It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown*! Don’t worry about sitting in a field waiting for the arrival of this mythical creature; you can head to Highlands United Methodist Church for their annual Pumpkinfest, Saturday, October 5. According to Christine Murphy, Director of Children and Youth, this event is held yearly on the first Saturday in October. The HUMC youth run …
Zoller Hardware’s Silver Anniversary
Twenty-five years is a long time for anything. To stay in business that long in our rapidly changing world is quite a feat. As The Plateau continues to grow and evolve, Zoller Hardware Gift & Gadget Mercantile is celebrating its Silver Anniversary of being a staple in Cashiers Valley. Opened in 1994 by Florida natives Jim and Paula Zoller, …
