Home and Garden Tour with the Laurel Garden Club Highlands
2025-08-22 10:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | NC
Join us for a tour of five fabulous homes featuring demonstrations and products to elevate your lifestyle including:
Home designer trends for 2025
Cutting edge florist demonstrations
Entertaining tips to update favorite recipes “Elevated” home and garden products
The tour begins at Church of the Incarnation 520 Main Street in Highlands.

Cashiers Designer Showhouse with Cashiers Historical Society
2025-08-22 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-23 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-24 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-25 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-26 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-27 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-28 10:00 - 16:00 | NC
Get ready to prepare to immerse yourself in nine inspiring days of extraordinary design, exclusive shopping, and unforgettable lifestyle events with proceeds benefiting the Cashiers Historical Society!

Community Coffee with the Mayor at Hudson Library
2025-08-22 11:00 | Hudson Library, 554 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Please join us on Friday, August 22 at 11:00 AM in the Hudson Library Meeting Room for Community Coffee with the Mayor. Mayor Taylor will be discussing “August Meeting Actions and Ideas about the Playhouse.”

Community Coffee with Mayor Taylor, a joint endeavor by Hudson Library and the Town of Highlands, is held on a Friday each month from March through October at Hudson Library.
Every month Mayor Taylor, regularly joined by guest speakers, offers information about topics of interest to the entire Highlands community.

CDS | “Creating Spaces, Honoring Nature” Designer Panel Luncheon at Canyon Kitchen at Lonesome Valley
2025-08-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Canyon Kitchen at Lonesome Valley, 94 Lonesome Valley Rd, Sapphire, NC, 28774, United States
Join celebrated architects Tim Adams and Brandy Long, along with renowned interior designers Barrie Benson and James Farmer, as they unveil their visionary approach to “Creating Spaces, Honoring Nature.”
Hosted at Lonesome Valley’s Canyon Kitchen and moderated by Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Publisher Elizabeth Ralls, this panel explores how to balance preserving the natural environment while creating unique spaces that reflect and honor the surrounding landscape. Upon arrival, guests will enjoy a delectable buffet-style lunch complemented by mimosas. This insightful event will inspire you to create spaces that harmonize with your surroundings in your own home—an experience you don’t want to miss!

CDS | Book Signing-Tradition Made New by Timothy S. Adams at Toby West Home
2025-08-22 15:00 - 17:00 | NC
Architect Tim Adams of Atlanta, GA presents his book, Tradition Made New. This beautifully curated book features ten of Adams’ recently designed homes, located in diverse landscapes from the coastal shores of Florida and the bluegrass hills of Kentucky to the mountains of North Carolina. Each home reflects Adams’ signature style: the resonance of tradition, the authenticity of craftsmanship, and the enduring beauty of natural materials. Informed by his deep knowledge of historic precedents, proportion, and detail, the homes featured in the book are imbued with soul.
Guests will have the special opportunity to meet Tim Adams in person during an intimate meet-and-greet and book signing at Toby West Home.
This event is free and open to the public. Please contact Toby West Home with questions.

Bon Voyage, Carlyn! Open House Retirement Party at Hudson Library
2025-08-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Hudson Library, 554 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Hudson Librarian Carlyn Morenus is retiring after 8 years serving the Highlands community.

An open house retirement party will be held on Friday August 22 from 4 to 6 PM at the library.

The party is open to all, so please drop in to wish Carlyn a bon voyage.

Sip & Sign | Meet Author Richard Betz at Highlands Wine Shoppe
2025-08-22 16:30 - 19:00 | Highlands Wine Shoppe, 269 Oak St, Highlands, 28741, United States
Join us at Highlands Wine Shoppe for a very special evening celebrating local author Richard Betz and the release of his latest book, Continental Divide—a stunning collection of poems inspired by the natural bounty, wildlife, and deep personal connections that make our corner of North Carolina so extraordinary.
The evening will feature:
Wine & charcuterie pairings (including a nod to our very own mention in the book!)
Readings and reflections by the author
A warm gathering of friends, both new and old

The Mountaintop Art and Craft Show at Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park
2025-08-23 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-24 09:00 - 17:00 | Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, 411 Pine St., Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
The Mountaintop Art and Craft Show is a premier outdoor event held annually in the beautiful mountain town of Highlands, NC. Known for its high-quality, original, and traditional artwork, the event draws hundreds of visitors and loyal customers year after year.
This two-day event is an excellent opportunity for exhibitors to showcase their work in a scenic, vibrant setting.

Fiber Club at The Bascom
2025-08-23 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.

CDS | Candle Making Workshop with Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust at The Village Green
2025-08-23 10:00 - 12:00 | The Village Green, 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Join the Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust for a hands-on workshop where you’ll create your own candle using all-natural ingredients like beeswax, coconut oil, and shea butter. These eco-friendly candles not only smell great—they can also be used as a soothing moisturizer once melted!
Participants will heat and blend ingredients on-site, then pour their custom mixture into glass containers provided by HCLT.

What to Bring:
• A pair of gloves (heat-resistant or latex)
• Your favorite fragrance (essential oil or perfume oil) to personalize your candle
• Flowers if you want them in your candle

Perfect for nature lovers, crafters, and those looking to create a thoughtful, all-natural gift. Don’t miss this cozy and creative workshop!

CDS | Talkin’ Bourbon with Blade and Bow at The Village Green
2025-08-23 13:00 - 14:00 | The Village Green, 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Bourbon is more than just a glass of whiskey; it’s a lifestyle. It’s a celebration of a historical craft, a way of bringing people together. It extends into the culinary world and often influences one’s style and offerings at home.
Join Brand Ambassador Eli Privette as he shares the history and craftsmanship of Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky and the legendary Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Louisville, KY. Engage in insightful conversations about bourbon while sampling fine selections.

Nashville Songwriters' Round at The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau
2025-08-23 18:00 | Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau, 558 Frank Allen Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
The Blue Ridge Education Foundation is pleased to announce the 19th annual Nashville Songwriters’ Round.
Join us on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 at the Boys and Girls Club of the Plateau for an exciting evening of music and story-telling featuring Nashville singer and songwriter Rivers Rutherford and friends.
All proceeds benefit Blue Ridge School and Blue Ridge Early college.

Art Play for Grown-Ups : Seasons on Canvas at The Village Green
2025-08-24 11:00 - 12:00 | The Village Green, 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Unleash your inner artist and reconnect with the joy of creating at Art Play for Grown-Ups: Seasons on Canvas—a lively, hands-on session with Showhouse Artists Jessie Mackay, Cynthia Perryman, and Brenda Sulmonetti.
In this no-pressure, all-fun environment, participants will collaborate on three large canvases, each celebrating a season in the mountains—Spring, Summer, and Fall. With oil paint sticks as your only tool (no brushes, no turpentine!), it’s all about mark-making, color, and playful expression!
What to Bring:
• A love of color
• A child’s enthusiasm
• An apron (or wear your painting clothes!)
Whether you consider yourself an artist or just want to play like one for the day, this is your invitation to make bold marks, celebrate the seasons, and create something joyful—together.
Picasso: “Every child is an Artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.”
A big thank you to JFM Enterprises for donating canvases for this event!

Sacred Sundays at Unfurl Wellness Spa
2025-08-24 13:00 - 14:30 | Unfurl Wellness Spa, 454 Dillard Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Sacred Sundays is a 90 minute class of mindfulness movement and poses accompanied with an acoustic sound meditation held by Robert John Malone.
This is an all levels class focused of a variety of wellness practices to assist in raising our mind/body awareness through conscious movements and poses (1:00 – 2:30 each Sunday this season)

CDS | The Bascom: Connecting Communities Through the Visual Arts at The Village Green
2025-08-26 13:00 - 14:00 | The Village Green, 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Billy Love, Executive Director of The Bascom, and Ned Turnbull, a Cashiers resident and talented pottery artist. Together, they will share their personal stories and showcase artwork that reflects the rich culture and unique spirit of the Cashiers-Highlands Plateau. Celebrate the power of art to bring people together and discover what makes our community so special.

Locally Grown on The Green at The Village Green
2025-08-27 11:00 - 15:00 | The Village Green, 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Choose the Food Less Traveled at Locally Grown on The Green
Discover the taste of homegrown goodness at Locally Grown on The Green, Cashiers’ farm stand market featuring local growers.
This producer-only market showcases the best of our region, with vendors who grow and make their products within a 50-mile radius of Cashiers.

Garden Tour at Highlands Nature Center
2025-08-27 12:00 | Highlands Nature Center, 930 Horse Cove Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741
Join in for a free guided tour of the Highlands Botanical Gardens! Led by our Horticultural Specialist, a naturalist, or a guest expert, these weekly tours explore the fascinating native plants, ecosystems, and seasonal wonders of the Southern Appalachians. No two tours are ever the same!
Meet at the Highlands Biological Station Amphitheater. Come take a walk with us and see what’s blooming!

CDS | Bluegrass, Bourbon, & Beyond: A Young Preservationist Event at The Orchard Restaurant
2025-08-27 17:00 - 19:00 | The Orchard Restaurant, 905 NC-107, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Bluegrass, Bourbon & Beyond – A Young Preservationist Event is a new addition to this year’s Cashiers Designer Showhouse.
Hosted by the Cashiers Historical Society, this lively gathering brings together the younger generation in a fun, social setting. Guests will enjoy a live bluegrass band, an engaging discussion on the history of bourbon led by Blade and Bow, a build-your-own mint julep bar, and delicious hors d’oeuvres. The evening also features custom hat styling with Highlands Hatter and classic lawn games, such as cornhole and giant Jenga—perfect for a little friendly competition! Bluegrass, Bourbon, & Beyond is part of a larger initiative to grow the Historical Society’s Young Preservationists program and create meaningful opportunities for the next generation to engage with and support the mission of the Cashiers Historical Society.
All proceeds benefit the Cashiers Historical Society and support its mission to preserve and celebrate the rich heritage of the Cashiers Valley.

Family Storytime at Hudson Library
2025-08-28 10:30 | Hudson Library, 554 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us for stories, music, and movement at Family Storytime, every Thursday morning at 10:40AM.

Cashiers Quilters at St Jude's Catholic Church
2025-08-28 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.

Pop Up Event | LaLa White Interiors at The Wells Hotel
2025-08-28 12:00 - 17:00 | The Wells Hotel, 58 NC-107, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
POP-UP EVENT !! August 28-30th, 12-5PM
Come celebrate the launch of LaLa White Interiors signature upholstery furniture, original art & Moroccan pottery, rugs & more!
Visit us at The Wells Hotel in Cashiers!

Summer Writing Workshop at Albert Carlton Cashiers Community Library
2025-08-28 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.

CDS | Sweets, Stories & Southern Charm — An Afternoon with Anne Byrn with Cashiers Historical Society
2025-08-28 14:00 - 16:00 | NC
Spend the afternoon at a private residence in Chimney Top with New York Times bestselling and beloved cookbook author Anne Byrn. Byrn will share heartfelt stories of baking in the South and demonstrate how to make a classic layer cake.
Enjoy an intimate gathering where you’ll sip champagne, enjoy light bites from The Village Pantry, and savor a sweet taste of Southern hospitality with Anne herself!
Shuttle service will be provided. Please arrive at the Cashiers Historical Society by 1:45 p.m. for transportation to the residence. The shuttle will return guests at 4:15 p.m.
