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Christmas Wreaths
Lucia of Syracuse (283-304 A.D.) was a young martyred Christian of noble parents. She became a legend through the centuries and was later known as Saint Lucy, also known as the Saint of Light. She was in the process of spreading her family’s wealth to the poor, an act that eventually caused her persecution and death. St. Lucy Day is …
Angler Gifts
Fly fishing is a popular sport. Millions of people worldwide spend time catching every manner of fish in any type of water on the fly. However, if you aren’t one of those people and someone on your Christmas gift list is, it can be difficult to know what to get that person. At first it may seem daunting since a …
Stroll to the Narrows, A Highlands NC Hike
Hiking to the Chattooga River Narrows from the National Forest Service trailhead on Whiteside Cove Road is a rejuvenating way to spend a sunny morning or afternoon. The moss-covered tree stumps at the beginning of the trail seem to warmly glow, giving the green light to go ahead and leave your stresses behind and reconnect with nature, at least for …
Cozy Up at the Farm in Highlands
Old Edwards Inn and Spa brings Schug Winery back to Highlands for the Schug Wine Dinner at The Farm at Old Edwards on Saturday, January 13. Schug winemaker Michael Cox will host a multi-course wine dinner prepared by the team of Madison’s Restaurant, led by Old Edwards’ Executive Chef Chris Huerta. Each dish will be expertly paired with the popular …
Helping Hands, A Highlands Christmas Charity Event
“It came without ribbons. It came without tags. It came without packages, boxes, or bags. Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas means a little bit more.” – “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” by Dr. Seuss Everyone is bound to get just a tiny bit Grinchy every now and then. The pressure to buy, buy, buy can be, at …
Pat Allen: Mmmouth of the South
Looking back to 1994, how could I have known that this simple recipe would change my life! When my sweet husband, the other “Pat,” and I decided to open a bed and breakfast, I realized I must come up with an original granola recipe. I had attended a two-year culinary school and after visiting so many inns over the years …
Pairing Price
As with any Culinary Weekend, I am focused intently on the opening wine tasting and the wine dinners I attend. I was lucky enough this year, during Highlands Food and Wine Festival, to attend two wine dinners displaying wines from three different continents. Every year I find myself impressed with the wine selections. …
Highlands Playhouse: Drama That Makes a Difference
In a small town, it can often be hard to find something to do, especially for children. In September 2016, Highlands Playhouse began offering theater classes to children in the after-school program at Highlands United Methodist Church. Thus far students have learned about such things as stage directions, body awareness, and vocal control – and they love it! On more than …
Jay Drummonds: On My Own Terms
Residents of the Cashiers area might think of Jay Drummonds as a primo family man or the concrete guy (he operates a thriving concrete business, Highlands Foundations Inc.) or a church musician (one of his treasured pastimes) or performer at The Ugly Pub and other local venues. But did you know he is one of Nashville’s best yarn-spinning, story-tellin’ singer/songwriters? …
Marx Your Calendar, Highlands Performing Arts Center
The Highlands Performing Arts Center and the Highlands Cashiers Players will present a Holiday Reading on Thursday, December 14, at 7:30 P.M. It’s the PAC’s gift to the community (no charge) to thank everyone for their continued support throughout the year. It’ll be an evening of music and stories, some funny and some poignant. Also, holiday refreshments will be served …
Highlands Cashiers Players – A Jolly Good Read
The Highlands Cashiers Players’ annual free holiday program, co-sponsored by Highlands Performing Arts Center, and coordinated by Virginia Talbot, is scheduled for Thursday evening, December 14, beginning at 7:00 P.M. at Highlands PAC. A similar program has also been scheduled for Monday, December 18, at 7:00 P.M. at the Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library, co-sponsor of the free program at their …
Art at The Bascom
The Bascom is one of the best arts centers in the United States. Tucked away in the mountains of Highlands, it’s just off of the Franklin Road. When you drive through the Will Henry Stevens Covered Bridge, you’ll find yourself in the midst of a beautiful six acre complex. Discover sculptural art on the sprawling lawns, the Dave Drake Ceramics …
