Highlands Food Pantry | Open Hours
2026-10-27 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-29 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-11-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-11-03 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-11-05 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Highlands United Methodist Church, 315 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
In partnership with the Highlands United Methodist Church and the MANNA FoodBank, the Highlands Food Pantry provides food assistance to residents of Highlands and the surrounding communities.
The pantry offers a variety of produce, protein, dairy, grains and a wide selection of non-perishable items. We pride ourselves on our ability to provide clients with a bounty of healthy and nutritious items. Our partnership with MANNA Food Bank allows us to source large amounts of goods for an affordable price.

The Bookworm | Open Hours
2026-10-27 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-28 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-29 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-30 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-31 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-11-03 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-11-04 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-11-05 11:00 - 16:00 | The Bookworm, 555 Main Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Our shelves are full of a wide range of interesting and compelling books, thanks to the generosity of our wonderful donors and the hard work of our volunteers who have been shelving and organizing. We are eager to share with you all that is new! An added benefit is that all proceeds go to support The Hudson Library, our beautiful community library. Come see us soon!
Known as the “Cheers” of Bookstores, the Bookworm is affiliated with the Hudson Library: all books are donated; all staff are volunteers; and all funds go to help support the library. More than a retail store, we are a community service offering carefully sorted donated books to provide the best quality at a used bookstore price.

Locally Grown on The Green at The Village Green
2026-10-28 11:00 - 15:00 | The Village Green, 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Shop fresh, local, and handmade at Locally Grown on the Green! This producer-only market features amazing local vendors selling a variety of their homegrown and handmade produce and goods. Vendors must produce within a 100-mile radius of Cashiers. Shopping at the Green Market provides a forum for learning how food is grown, who grew it, and why it tastes so good.
Fill your basket with naturally raised meats and dairy, farm-fresh eggs, artisanal jams, savory pickles, warm, freshly baked bread, and wholesome granola. Adorn your table with vibrant, freshly cut flowers or brighten your entryway with locally grown perennials. Always fresh. Always local.
Bring the farm to your table!
Locally Grown On the Green
Every Wednesday May 6th – October 28th (No Market on July 15th, August 5th, September 2nd)
160 Frank Allen Road in Cashiers

Citizenship Class with Faviola Olvera at The Literacy & Learning Center
2026-10-28 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-11-04 17:30 - 19:00 | The Literacy & Learning Center, 675 S 4th Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Ready to take the next step toward U.S. citizenship? 🇺🇸 The Literacy & Learning Center is here to support your journey with our FREE weekly Citizenship Class!

Led by Faviola Olvera, this program is designed to help you navigate the naturalization exam with total confidence.
What We Cover:

English Test Prep: Practice the speaking, reading, and writing skills needed for the exam.
Reading & Writing Proficiency: Get structured practice for the specific sentences you’ll need to read and write during the official test.
Civics Test: We cover all 100 possible questions on U.S. history and government, including the principles of democracy and the system of government.
Wednesdays 5:30-7 PM

Slow Flow Yoga at Yoga Highlands
2026-10-29 10:00, 2026-11-05 10:00 | Yoga Highlands, 460 Carolina Way, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
In our fast-paced society we can become addicted to our sense of urgency. Give yourself the gift of slowing down. Slow Flow is an easy paced class suitable for all levels of yoga experience. Mindfully moving and breathing, you’ll find strength and steadiness in the body and mind. We will focus on seated and standing yoga postures and refrain from wrist bearing postures.

Cashiers Quilters at St Jude's Catholic Church
2026-10-29 11:30, 2026-11-05 11:30 | NC
Come join us for lunch each Thursday at 11:30 at a local restaurant and then quilting at the church.
Held at St Jude’s Catholic Church in Cashiers.

Kids Zone at Hudson Library
2026-10-29 15:30, 2026-11-05 15:30 | Hudson Library, 554 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Every Thursday at 3:30, kids can enjoy a variety of fun and educational activities at Hudson Library! Kids Zone programs are free and open to the public. Programs are designed with kids in grades K-5 in mind.
Lego club is every 3rd Thursday
Kids Zone with The Bascom is every 4th Thursday
STEM Programs and Crafternoons

Carolina Concert Series at Trailborn Highlands
2026-10-29 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-11-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Trailborn Highlands, 96 Log Cabin Ln, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us in the Trailborn Highlands backyard for live music and drinks during our Carolina Concert Series!

The Church of the Good Shepherd Bazaar Barn
2026-10-30 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-31 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-11-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 W, Cashiers, 28717, United States
The Bazaar Barn is an “upscale resale” shopping experience, offering gently used home furnishings.
Owned and operated by the Church of the Good Shepherd, the 10,000 square foot shopping center sells furniture, art and household items in styles ranging from antique to vintage to modern.
All of our items are donated, and all proceeds go directly back to the Cashiers community in the form of Outreach Grants.

Fiber Club at The Bascom
2026-10-31 10:00 - 12:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
The Bascom’s Fiber Club is made up of an enthusiastic community of fiber artists who come together weekly to share patterns and stories at The Bascom. Meetings take place on the Terrace.
In inclement weather, the group moves inside to the Library, but their enthusiasm is never dampened.

Paint (By Numbers) and Sip at Trailborn Highlands
2026-10-31 12:00 | Trailborn Highlands, 96 Log Cabin Ln, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Come enjoy a fun relaxing time painting!

You’re never too old for a little arts & crafts, and they’re even more fun with a bottle of wine. Spend your evening hanging out in our lobby lounge and expressing your creativity with our Paint and Sip experience.
This activity features a guided paint-by-numbers session, with various nature designs to choose from. We provide all the necessary materials, including hanging dowel frames to proudly display your finished artwork. Two glasses of wine per person are included, and you are welcome to purchase more at our market.

Music Bingo at The Ugly Dog Pub
2026-11-01 18:30 | The Ugly Dog Pub – Highlands, 294 S 4th St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Test your bingo skills and music knowledge with this fun, high energy take on a classic game. Always free to play and you can win house cash.

Enjoy a fun evening with cash prizes – while testing your music knowledge – every Sunday at The Dog!
