Highlands Food Pantry | Open Hours
2026-06-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-11 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-15 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
2026-06-09 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-10 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-11 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-12 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-13 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.

Citizenship Class with Faviola Olvera at The Literacy & Learning Center
2026-06-10 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

HMF | One Lap of the Mountains-Grande Driving Tour
2026-06-11 08:00 | Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, 411 Pine St., Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us for a wonderful, driving tour of the winding, and scenic roads of Western North Carolina mountain.
Two tour groups daily with a longer more spirited drive on Thursday and the shorter more casual paced drive on Friday.
• “One Lap of the Mountains- Grande”- Group A Departure 8:30 am
• “One Lap of the Mountains- Grande”- Group B Departure 9:15 am

Slow Flow Yoga at Yoga Highlands
2026-06-11 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
2026-06-11 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
2026-06-11 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.

Kids Zone at Hudson Library
2026-06-11 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

HMF | Happy Hour with Wayne Carini at Highlands PAC
2026-06-11 17:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
New for 2026 is a cocktail reception at Highlands’ Performing Arts Center starting at 5:00pm.
Our 2026 Grand Marshall, Wayne Carini, will be on hand to meet and greet. He will join other classic car authorities in a panel discussion.

Carolina Concert Series at Trailborn Highlands
2026-06-11 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!

June Rotary Club Bingo at Highlands Community Building
2026-06-11 18:30 | Highlands Community Building, 869 North 4th Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
This popular community event returns monthly on Thursday nights from 6:30–8:30 p.m., bringing neighbors together while supporting local charities and nonprofits. Each evening’s proceeds benefit a different organization, making it a fun and meaningful way to give back to the Plateau.
Join us this month as we support The Gordon Center !
This month’s event will be held at Highlands Community Building.

Thursday Night Trivia at The High Dive
2026-06-11 19:30 | The High Dive, 476 Carolina Way, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Think you’re the smartest in the room? Prove it.
Join us weekly on Thursdays for bragging rights, cold drinks, and unique prizes.

HMF | One Lap of the Mountains-Speciale Driving Tour
2026-06-12 09:00 | Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, 411 Pine St., Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us for a wonderful, driving tour of the winding, and scenic roads of Western North Carolina mountain. Two tour groups daily with a longer more spirited drive on Thursday and the shorter more casual paced drive on Friday.
• “One Lap of the Mountains- Speciale” Group 2 Departure 9:15 am
• “One Lap of the Mountains- Speciale” Group 3 Departure 10:00 am

The Church of the Good Shepherd Bazaar Barn
2026-06-12 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-13 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.

HMF | Main Street Parade of Classic Cars, Downtown Highlands
2026-06-12 17:30 | NC
Join us for a parade of classic cars on Main Street in Highlands as hundreds of enthusiastic spectators enjoy this opportunity to see these classics in motion.
Participants will gather in K-H Park at starting at 4:30pm. The parade cars will depart K-H Park at 6:05pm. Registration is not required.
Watching a hundred classic cars staging for the parade is a car show in itself. Bring your folding chairs to watch the show.

HMF | “Classics in the Park” Judged Car Show Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park
2026-06-13 09:30 | Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, 411 Pine St., Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Highlands Motoring Festival’s centerpiece event, Classics in the Park judged car show, occurs on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, just steps from Main Street.
The Featured Theme for 2026 is “America verses England- Corvette verses Jaguar”. Organizers expect 85 total entrants, including approximately twenty-four examples of Corvettes and Jaguars finest. More than 2,500 visitors are expected on show day.
Entry is by invitation only, either directly or through application. “Cars in the Park” focuses on autos from the pre-computer car era; the model years prior to 1990.
Public entrance gates open at 9:30 AM. Free to the public, donations welcome.

Fiber Club at The Bascom
2026-06-13 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
2026-06-13 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.

HMF | Dinner Party with Wayne Carini at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club
2026-06-13 18:00 | Wildcat Cliffs Country Club, 770 Country Club Drive, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Spend the evening socializing with others who share your passion for classic automobiles.
Enjoy spirits and spirited conversation, dinner, silent auction, and a program featuring a special guest and 2026 Grand Marshall, Wayne Carini.
Dress for a resort casual atmosphere. This year the event returns to Wildcat Cliffs Country Club.

HMF | “High Octane” Social and Car Gathering at Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park
2026-06-14 08:30 | Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, 411 Pine St., Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
All vehicles are welcome at this more casual event. Cars of any age are invited – there is no registration, entry fee or judging.
Old and new friends will find this the opportunity to exchange contact information, tell one more story, make plans for HMF2027, and bid each other a fond farewell.

Community Jam Sessions at Albert Carlton Community Library
2026-06-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Albert-Carlton Community Library, 249 Frank Allen Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28741, United States
Bring your guitar, banjo, harmonica, mandolin, fiddle or rhythm instrument and join the fun at an informal jam session at the public library in Cashiers!
All skill levels welcome. Piano on site.
Folk, country, acoustic rock, Americana and traditional music.
2nd and 4th Sundays

Music Bingo at The Ugly Dog Pub
2026-06-14 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!
