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High Style | Live Music with Zorki at Town Square
2025-05-17 14:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Town Square, Main Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
A High Style Event
Join us for live music with Zorki at Town Square.

High Style | Live Painting with Cath Connelly Hudson at Highlands Wine Shoppe
2025-05-17 14:30 - 16:30 | Highlands Wine Shoppe, 269 Oak St, Highlands, 28741, United States
A High Style Event
Join us for a live painting demonstration with Cath Connelly Hudson at Highlands Wine Shoppe.

Saturdays on Pine Concert Series with Gotcha Groove at Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park
2025-05-17 18:00 - 20:30 | Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, 411 Pine St., Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Saturdays on Pine  Featuring a variety of popular regional bands and musicians
Gotcha Groove  Gotcha Groove is a dynamic, seven-member party band based in the Carolinas, known for delivering high-energy performances. Their vast and versatile repertoire spans nine decades, covering everything from R&B, soul, and funk to rock, oldies, beach music, and dance hits.

Cashiers Quilters at St Jude's Catholic Church
2025-05-22 11:30, 2025-05-29 11:30, 2025-06-05 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.

Dementia Caregivers Support Group at Albert-Carlton Community Library
2025-05-22 15:00 - 16:30 | Albert-Carlton Community Library, 249 Frank Allen Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28741, United States
Join a welcoming group of people that understand what you are going through. We come together to offer each other support, resources, and a listening ear.
The group is a safe place for judgement free discussion.
2nd and 4th Thursday of the month.

Carolina Concert Series at Trailborn Highlands
2025-05-22 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-29 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-05 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!

Youth Craft Camp at The Literacy & Learning Center
2025-06-02 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-03 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-04 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-05 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-06 13:00 - 16:00 | The Literacy & Learning Center, 675 S 4th Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
3rd – 5th Graders
Craft Camp is a fun and creative experience where kids can explore different art projects and express their creativity! This session, led by Kara Long, will feature tissue paper flowers and clay crafts, allowing campers to experiment with color, texture, and design while making their own unique creations

Summer Writing Workshop at Albert Carlton Cashiers Community Library
2025-06-05 13:00 | Albert-Carlton Community Library, 249 Frank Allen Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28741, United States
Beginning on June 5 at 1:00 p.m. and continuing every Thursday until August 28, ACCCL staff member Michael Redman will lead a writing workshop that is free and open to everyone, regardless of previous writing experience.
The workshop will be a place to be introduced to techniques, perspectives, and exercises to help you develop your writing. It will also provide a safe,welcoming environment for you to share your own thoughts, ideas, and questions.

Annual Airing of the Quilts at Cashiers Historical Society
2025-06-06 11:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-07 11:00 - 15:00 | Cashiers Historical Society, 1940 NC-107, Cashiers, NC, 28741, United States
The Appalachian tradition of “Airing of the Quilts” marks the arrival of spring, when families hang quilts outdoors to freshen them after a long winter. More than a practical task, it’s a cultural celebration—an opportunity to showcase handcrafted quilts and honor a rich heritage.
During this event, local quilters will proudly display their beautiful creations throughout our historic campus. Guests are invited to stroll the grounds, tour our preserved historic structures, and engage with skilled Appalachian artisans as they demonstrate traditional crafts and showcase their handmade works. On Saturday, enjoy live Appalachian music by Young Mountain Magic—the perfect musical setting for a day steeped in heritage, craftsmanship, and community spirit!
Event Activities/Participants Include:
• Cashiers Quilters
• Blacksmithing**
• Traditional weaving
• Fabric batiking*
• Mountain Heritage Center Quilt Traveling Trunk display
• Music by Young Mountain Magic**
• Kids’ crafts
• Lawn games for adults
* = Friday only and ** = Saturday only
Pack a picnic lunch, bring chairs or a blanket, wear appropriate footwear, and immerse yourself in the heritage and flavors of Appalachian apples at this fun and educational event! Free & open to the public. Rain or Shine!

CLE's Opening Season Party! at Highlands Wine & Provisions
2025-06-06 17:00 - 19:00 | High Country Wine & Provisions, 621 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join CLE for its annual Opening Season Soirée! This year the event will be held at High Country Wine and Provisions. Catch up with friends, enjoy wine and charcuterie, meet CLE’s new Executive Director, Meg Stevens, and learn about what’s in store this season!
This event is free to attend, though RSVP is kindly requested.
Please call (828) 526-8811 or email office@clehighlands.com to RSVP.

Saturday Market at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park
2025-06-07 08:00 - 12:30 | Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, 411 Pine St., Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Highlands is serving up the bounties of its local farmers, artisans, and kitchen masters at Highlands Farmers’ Marketplace from 8:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. Saturdays at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park.

Artist Feature: Bill DeBilzan at Art Highlands Gallery
2025-06-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Art Highlands, 521 N 4th St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
William DeBilzan: The Art of Good vibes and Bold Journeys.
Art Highlands Gallery introduces William’s globally celebrated work to the Blue Ridge Mountains. His presence offers residents and visitors alike the chance to engage with works of an artist who transcends borders and speaks to universal human experience. Visit Art Highlands and experience the immersive and loving creativity of William DeBilzan.

Saturdays on Pine Concert Series with Paula Hanke and Peggy Ratusz at Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park
2025-06-07 18:00 - 20:30 | Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, 411 Pine St., Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Saturdays on Pine  Featuring a variety of popular regional bands and musicians
Vintage Vinyl is a 6 piece 60’s, 70’s and 80’s Psychedelic Rock, Pop, Funk, Motown & Soul super group out of Asheville, whose reputation for bringing the fun and nostalgia precedes them!
Led by powerhouse vocalists, Paula Hanke and Peggy Ratusz, these divas return to the Hutchison Park pavilion stage, after blowing us away in the summer of 2020 and 2022 with their Linda Ronstadt and Etta James tribute shows.
The playlist will cast a wide net of dance tunes covered by everyone from The Beatles to Aretha Franklin, Jimi Hendrix to Fleetwood Mac, The Rolling Stones to Carole King, Michael Jackson to Jefferson Airplane.
Come dressed to match the Woodstock and Disco Funk and Motown generations; they will be!

Blood Drive at Hudson Library
2025-06-10 10:00 - 15:00 | Hudson Library, 554 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Hudson Library in Highlands is hosting a community blood drive with the American Red Cross.
“Hudson Library is committed to strengthening our community and helping meet hospital and patient needs through blood donations,” said Hudson Librarian Carlyn Morenus. “This blood drive is our way of giving staff, colleagues and neighbors an opportunity to help save lives.”

CLE | Intro to Wines at High Country Wine & Provisions
2025-06-10 10:00 - 15:00 | High Country Wine & Provisions, 621 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Whether you’re a casual wine lover or just starting your wine journey, this class is the perfect opportunity to explore the wonderful world of wine with Guy Davis of High Country Wine & Provisions. We’ll cover the fundamentals of wine styles, tasting techniques, and the art of food pairings, all while keeping it fun and relaxed. By the end, you’ll be equipped to confidently select a bottle, enjoy it alongside your favorite dish, and impress your friends with your newfound knowledge.

Kids Nature Series at The Village Green
2025-06-10 16:00 | The Village Green, 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Fungi Fanatics
Join Gina Patton of Balsam Mountain Trust to learn about the fantastic world of fungi!

Salamander Meander at Highlands Nature Center
2025-06-10 20:00 | Highlands Nature Center, 930 Horse Cove Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741
Join our Naturalists on a nighttime search for our secretive salamander friends!
Please bring a flashlight for this adventure! This program is weather-dependent.
We will meet in the amphitheater behind the Nature Center (930 Horse Cove Road).

Tinker Time for Tots at The Literacy and Learning Center
2025-06-11 11:00 - 12:00 | The Literacy & Learning Center, 675 S 4th Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
The Literacy & Learning Center is excited to bring back another season of engaging workshops tailored for preschoolers and their parents. The aim is to empower parents by demonstrating inventive ways to utilize everyday household items for their children’s educational benefit.
These sessions will showcase practical activities that parents can seamlessly incorporate into their daily routines, fostering a rich learning environment at home.

4th Annual Rosé Soirée Summer Kickoff at Highlands Wine Shoppe
2025-06-11 16:30 | Highlands Wine Shoppe, 269 Oak St, Highlands, 28741, United States
Join us for our “4th Annual Rosé Soirée Summer Kickoff” tasting as we celebrate the start of Summer + sample glorious dry rosé wines from around the globe. We’ll be sipping in style with selections curated + presented by Certified Sommelier + Owner, Stephanie Miskew.
From bright + crisp to bold + juicy, discover your favorite just in time for maximum Summer sipping enjoyment. Enjoy our featured selections alongside a beautiful charcuterie board – the perfect pairing for pink wine! So bring your friends, raise a glass + let’s toast to Summer.
Tasting is $45 + can be purchased online or at the door. We hope to see you then ~ Cheers!

Rosé Soirée Summer Kickoff at Buck's Coffee Cafe & Wine Atelier
2025-06-11 16:30 | Buck’s, 6 State Rte 107, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Join us as we celebrate the start of Summer + sample glorious dry rosé wines from around the globe. We’ll be sipping in style with selections curated + presented by Certified Sommelier + Owner, Stephanie Miskew.
From bright + crisp to bold + juicy, discover your favorite just in time for maximum Summer sipping enjoyment. Enjoy our featured selections alongside a beautiful charcuterie board – the perfect pairing for pink wine! So bring your friends, raise a glass + let’s toast to Summer.
Tickets are $45 + can be purchased online or at the door. We hope to see you then!

Volunteer Fair at Highlands Community Building
2025-06-12 11:00 - 14:00 | Highlands Community Building, 869 North 4th Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Stop by to hear about opportunities to give time and talent to Highlands-area nonprofit organizations. This free event is organized and hosted by the Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC.
For more information call 828-526-2112 or go to visithighlandsnc.com.
