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Highlands Food Pantry | Open Hours
2026-01-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-06 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-08 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.

Meno-posse Class at Unfurl Wellness Spa
2026-01-05 11:30 | Unfurl Wellness Spa, 454 Dillard Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Meno-posse is a new movement studio class for women seeking strength, mobility, and community through midlife and beyond. Designed for perimenopause through postmenopause, it blends resistance training and targeted stretching to support bones, joints, and flexibility.
Small group format, all levels welcome.
Limited class size. Pre-registration required.

Unfurl Movement | Ashtanga Yoga at Unfurl Wellness Spa
2026-01-06 09:00, 2026-01-07 09:00, 2026-01-08 09:00, 2026-01-09 09:00 | Unfurl Wellness Spa, 454 Dillard Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Start your mornings with Ashtanga Yoga led by Noah Williams, Sunday through Friday at 9am at Unfurl Movement Studio.
Noah offers a grounded, traditional practice that welcomes both seasoned students and curious beginners. Build strength, focus, and breath‑led movement in a warm, supportive space.
For details or to reserve your spot, email ashtanga.noah@gmail.com.

Tuesday/Thursday Classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness
2026-01-06 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-01-08 09:00 - 10:30 | Fusion Yoga and Wellness, 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Fusion Flow: Warm
9 AM
Set in a room heated to 85°F, our Warm Flow Yoga class combines alignment-focused poses with moderate, flowing sequences to build strength, improve flexibility, and enhance balance.
Fusion RX: Yoga for Osteoporosis & Bone Health
10:30 AM
Strengthen Your Bones. Support Your Body. Empower Your Practice.
This therapeutic class is designed specifically for individuals with osteoporosis, osteopenia, or low bone density.
Visit https://www.fusionyogaandwellness.com/schedule for more information.

The Bookworm | Open Hours
2026-01-06 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-07 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-08 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-09 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.

Free ESL Classes at The Literacy and Learning Center
2026-01-06 18:00 - 19:00 | The Literacy & Learning Center, 675 S 4th Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us for free ESL classes at The Literacy & Learning Center!
Tuesdays
6 – 7 pm
At The Literacy & Learning Center

Wednesday Classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness
2026-01-07 09:00 - 17:30 | Fusion Yoga and Wellness, 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Join us for Wednesday’s classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness.
Fusion Flow: Vinyasa
9:00 AM
This class offers a blend of movement and stillness, combining the mindful pacing of Hatha holds with the breath-connected flows of Vinyasa.
Fusion Restore: Mobility Stretch
10:30 AM
Enhance your range of motion, improve joint health, and lengthen your connective tissue and muscles with this gentle yet effective class.
Fusion Rx: Movement for Parkinson’s
12:00 PM
Led by a fellow PWP (Person with Parkinson’s), this class combines stretching, balance, mobility, and strength training to support overall motor recruitment and hand-eye coordination.
Fusion Flow: Vinyasa
5:30 PM
This class offers a blend of movement and stillness, combining the mindful pacing of Hatha holds with the breath-connected flows of Vinyasa.
Visit https://www.fusionyogaandwellness.com/schedule for more information.

Meno-posse Class at Unfurl Wellness
2026-01-07 11:30 | Unfurl Wellness Spa, 454 Dillard Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States

Live Music at Cashiers Celtic Table
2026-01-07 17:00 - 21:00 | Cashiers Celtic Table, 341 U.S. 64, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Join us at Celtic Table for Live Music Wednesdays!

Bluegrass Wednesday at The Ugly Dog Pub
2026-01-07 18:00 - 21:00 | The Ugly Dog Pub – Highlands, 294 S 4th St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Bluegrass Wednesday with Nitrograss is back at The Ugly Dog!
Come enjoy dinner and your favorite bluegrass band!

Balance & Flow Yoga at Fusion Yoga and Wellness
2026-01-08 09:00 - 10:00 | Fusion Yoga and Wellness, 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Enjoy a warming flow of postures to strengthen and tone the breath, body and mind. This class will include postures that will challenge you physically, create awareness, release tension, and open shoulders, hips and spine for more flexible movement and overall well-being.
Modifications are offered for a safe and fun practice.
This class is suitable for LEVELS 1, 2 and 3 of yoga practitioners.

Cashiers Quilters at St Jude's Catholic Church
2026-01-08 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.

Books & Bites | Jennifer Moorman at Hudson Library
2026-01-08 12:30 - 13:30 | Hudson Library, 554 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Please join us for a Books & Bites event featuring author Jennifer Moorman with her newly-released novel ‘the Charmed Library.’
Jennifer Moorman is the USA TODAY Bestselling author of five novels, including The Vanishing of Josephine Reynolds, The Magic All Around, and the Mystic Water Series. Her creative works also include a collection of folklore retellings and Strawberry Shortcake children’s books.
Books & Bites is a series of mid-day programs that bring in authors to talk about their books and do book signings. Finger-friendly lunch food is provided by the Hudson Library Foundation.
For more information, or to request an accommodation, please contact the library at 828-526-3031.

Dementia Caregivers Support Group at Albert-Carlton Community Library
2026-01-08 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.

Ice Skating at Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park
2026-01-08 15:30 - 20:00 | Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, 411 Pine St., Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Price: $8.00 (with or without skates)
Rental skates available, youth size 8 to adult size 14.
Coffee and Hot Chocolate will also be available.
For any additional information, please call the Highlands Parks & Recreation Dept. at 828-526-3556.
Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M.

Jago: Into the White at Highlands PAC
2026-01-08 17:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Jago: Into the White follows Jago, known worldwide as “the new Michelangelo”, for two years from New York to Naples as he worked day and night and in complete solitude on his new sculpture: a modern version of Michelangelo’s Pietà.
Jago is not only an artist who retraces the footsteps of the great Renaissance masters, he is also a young pop star with over a million followers on social media, a tireless traveler who moves to every corner of the world, a motivator for new generations of artists, and an entrepreneur who has challenged the rules of contemporary art to escape the logic of the market.

Blues Night at Ruffed Grouse Tavern at Highlander Mountain House
2026-01-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Highlander Mountain House, 270 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us for Blues Night with Scott Low every Thursday night at the Ruffed Grouse Tavern.

Carolina Concert Series at Trailborn Highlands
2026-01-08 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
2026-01-09 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.

Friday Classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness
2026-01-09 12:00 | Fusion Yoga and Wellness, 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Join us for Friday classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness.
Fusion Flow: Flow & Restore
9:00 AM
This class offers the best of both worlds, beginning with a mindful vinyasa flow to build heat, strength, and flexibility, followed by grounding restorative poses to help you slow down, release tension, and reset.
Fusion Flow: Gentle
10:30 AM
Slow down and unwind with this soothing class that focuses on gentle, flowing movements paired with mindful breathing.
