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A Park for the People
Written By: Ann Self - The Village Green | Issue: 2020/03 - March
A couple walking their two dogs every evening. A group of bird watchers with binoculars looking for Red-breasted Nuthatches. A young mother with her toddler swinging, slidin’ and climbing. A family enjoying a picnic lunch. Neighbors attending a concert together.
Someone searching for a new original art acquisition or a unique gift for a friend. An individual curious to learn more about the natural and cultural features of the area.
What do all of these have in common? They have all found their place in The Village Green.
For more than 25 years, The Village Green has been a park for the people. Residents and visitors to the Cashiers area have benefited from a shared public space where people from all walks of life and interests come together.
The Village Green features pathways that wind through expansive grassy areas, beautiful gardens, forest glades and across wetlands. The expansive playground, the Village Play, is a favorite place to local families and those just passing through .
The Village Green is also the host location for private special events each year including birthday parties, barbecues, family reunions and weddings as well as public events such as naturalist speakers, concerts, craft shows, festivals, patriotic and religious observances. The new indoor venue for education, performance, innovation and community events at The Village Green Commons will open in May and will provide space for year-round programming.
The 2020 calendar has numerous and diverse opportunities for enjoying the park. The Village Green has something for everyone!
Despite the park’s tremendous popularity, few people realize that The Village Green is not a government funded park. The Village Green is a vital asset for the area that counts on donors to invest and preserve its community legacy. If you enjoy The Village Green, please consider making a financial contribution. To learn more about The Village Green, the 2020 calendar of events and how to contribute, visit www.villagegreencashiersnc.com.
by Ann Self,
Cashiers Village Green
