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Greystone Getaways
The Greystone Inn is one of the most iconic retreats on the Plateau and for the past four years, it’s been one of the most elusive. Originally built as a private residence in 1915, the building sits on a point on Lake Toxaway and commands an impressive view. Over the intervening decades, the home has changed hands several times and …
12th Annual Highlands Motoring Festival
Highlands will host its 12th annual Highlands Motoring Festival on June 6-9. More than 125 classic and special interest cars will roll into town for the festival’s five events spanning four days. Activities include two car shows, a guided driving tour, a parade on Main Street followed by a welcome party, and a Monte Carlo Night gala. New in 2019 …
Three River Fly Fishing Festival
The Three River Fly Fishing Festival returns on April 25-27, offering anglers from near and far an opportunity to enjoy a weekend of fly fishing fun and camaraderie. Now in its ninth year, this fundraiser for the Town of Highlands Scholarship Fund offers men and women of all ages the chance to fish our miles of beautiful streams and rivers, …
Cashiers Library offers so much to do
“There’s nothing to do!” If you’re a parent or grandparent, you’ve heard this lament from the kids in your life, especially as winter drags on. That’s why Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library is the perfect tonic for those days and weeks when children have reached their limits and grown-ups’ tolerance has stretched to the breaking point. This month and every month, …
Heritage Apple Day
The Cashiers Historical Society is sponsoring Heritage Apple Day on Saturday, March 9, from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. at the Cashiers Community Center across from the Cashiers Fire Department. Join them in celebrating our area’s horticulture history by learning to identify and preserve ancient apple varieties that have flourished in our mountains for centuries. Admission to this event …
The Magical World of Books
Today is a good day to visit Hudson Library, don’t you think? It’s just a short walk from anywhere in town, and the rocking chairs out front are inviting even when the library’s not open. One of my favorite things to do is, starting from the street, follow the sidewalk around the library sign and up under the trellis – …
Two New Artists-in-Residence
The Bascom: A Center For The Visual Arts offers opportunities for disciplined artists and educators to take on significant responsibilities, furthering creative professionals. In February, The Bascom welcomed two such artists – Ceramic Artist in Residence Emily Wernig, and Photography Artist in Residence Dylan Lytle. The Ceramic Artist Residency has been a part of The Bascom since 2010, with Highlands …
Special Winter Escape Rate at the Greystone Inn
Escape for a night to The Greystone Inn – a mountain retreat on the shores of Lake Toxaway. Luxurious accommodations, Fantastic Restaurant, Historic Bar and Intimate Spa. Rates starting at $125 Resting on the shores of Lake Toxaway, nestled in the lush embrace of the North Carolina mountains, you’ll find the Greystone Inn. A personal hotel where nostalgic pleasures, gracious …
The Bascom Public Reception For Two New Exhibitions
The Bascom invites members of the press and community to the opening reception for our two newest exhibitions: SOUNDWAVE and hear + there. The reception will be held at The Bascom on Friday, February 8th from 4 pm – 6 pm. Light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be provided. The Bascom partnered with Western Carolina University for the WCU student exhibition, SOUNDWAVE, which is in the Bunzl Gallery. SOUNDWAVE is a snapshot of the current and diverse …
The Chamber’s Ramping Up
This winter, while you and yours are lounging by the glowing embers of a relaxing fire, sipping from a goblet of fine wine (perhaps a purchase from the Fall’s Food and Wine Fest), Highlands Chamber of Commerce members will be hard at work implementing innovative plans initiated last year. The Chamber anticipates 2019 will be stronger, livelier, and more productive …
Chamber Community Awards
The 2018 winners of the Annual Spirit of Our Community Awards were announced at the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting and Celebration on Thursday, November 15. The 2018 Evergreen Award, presented to an individual, business or other organization whose work reflects respect of natural resources and the value of sustainability, was presented to Southern Highlands Reserve for their …
Prestigious 2018 Dupree Award
Bob Dupree must have been a pretty remarkable man. Although he divided his time between Tamassee, South Carolina, and Highlands prior to retirement here, he was always actively involved in the community during his months in Highlands. In addition to being the Presbyterian minister in Highlands twice (!) where he and his wife Mary organized a choir and a basketball …
