Laurel Magazine

The Church of the Good Shepherd Bazaar Barn
2026-02-07 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

The Great Sapphire Outhouse Race at Sapphire Valley Resort
2026-02-07 11:00 - 16:00 | Sapphire Valley Resort, 127 Cherokee Trail, Sapphire, NC, 28774, United States
Toward the end of each ski season, we all get a little restless and look for a bit of excitement, so we decided to do what comes…naturally…race outhouses on ski’s down a hill.
Crazy? Maybe, dangerous? Perhaps, fun? Without a doubt, for a good cause? Definitely!
We are proud of our accomplishments and the fulfilling rewards of giving back to those that deserve it. This year all proceeds from the passionate push will be going to the Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley to benefit many local charities. Live music and food!
NOW PUUUUSH!!!
For Information, register your entry and volunteer queries: 828.743.1163

The Bookworm | Open Hours
2026-02-07 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-10 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.

Outhouse Races Pre-& After-Party at Micas Mountain Kitchen
2026-02-07 11:00 - 21:00 | Micas Mountain Kitchen, 25 Logan Creek Trail, Sapphire, NC, 28774, United States
We’re celebrating your team and cheering squad at Micas for the Outhouse Races!
Fireplaces will be glowing, comfort fare and Hot Irish Coffees flowing, and our team will be in uniform to join you on the slopes and at the after-party.
Grab a commemorative tee and come experience The Firefly Bar — with live music, a full menu, and stunning views from our big deck.
Live music Friday & Saturday

Paint (By Numbers) and Sip at Trailborn Highlands
2026-02-07 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.

Live Music on the Patio at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern
2026-02-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Highlander Mountain House, 270 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us for live music on the patio every Saturday at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern at the Highlander Mountain House!

Ice Skating at Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park
2026-02-07 13:00 - 22:00, 2026-02-08 13:00 - 17:00 | 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.

Saturday Sound Bath at Unfurl Wellness Spa
2026-02-07 16:00 | Unfurl Wellness Spa, 454 Dillard Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us each Saturday at 4:00 pm for Unfurl Wellness Spa’s Sound Bath, a serene experience designed to help you reset and reconnect. Through the soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls and gentle percussion, sound baths encourage deep relaxation and promote mental clarity. These harmonic tones help slow brain waves, reduce stress, and foster a meditative state, allowing your body and mind to unwind from the pressures of daily life.
Take this time to nurture your well-being in a calm, supportive environment.

Live Music at Hummingbird Lounge
2026-02-07 17:30 - 22:00 | Old Edwards Inn and Spa, 445 Main Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Plush easy chairs, sofas, and antique bistro tables invite you to sit back and embrace the carefree ambiance surrounding you. Live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night with Cy Timmons.

Unfurl Movement | Ashtanga Yoga at Unfurl Wellness Spa
2026-02-08 09:00, 2026-02-09 09:00, 2026-02-10 09:00, 2026-02-11 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.

Bluegrass Brunch at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern
2026-02-08 10:30 | Highlander Mountain House, 270 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern at Highlander Mountain House as we host Bluegrass Brunch– every Sunday with music from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Grand Reopening Celebration at Don Leon’s
2026-02-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Don Leon’s, 462 Dillard Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Don Leon’s is celebrating its Grand Reopening on Sunday, January 25 from 1–4 pm, and the whole community is invited to join the fun.
Come meet the new owners, Ivanet and Juan Alvarado, wish Leon and Susan a happy retirement, and enjoy an afternoon of great food and live music.

Community Jam Sessions at Albert Carlton Community Library
2026-02-08 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

Slow Season Supper Club | Chef Mari Vega at Flat Mountain Farm
2026-02-08 18:00 | Flat Mountain Farm, 1359 Flat Mountain Road, Highlands, 28741, United States
Join us at Flat Mountain Farm for a special communal supper hosted by acclaimed Atlanta chef Maricela “Mari” Vega, whose cooking celebrates through its use in seasonality, agriculture, and deep cultural lineage.
Inspired by her family’s Mexican roots in farming, Mari’s work centers heirloom corn, traditional techniques, and bold, grounded flavors. A James Beard–recognized chef, Mari is also a culinary educator and food stylist whose work has been widely featured in national and regional media.
For this evening, Mari will present a three-course (plus dessert), family-style dinner, served communally and designed for sharing. The menu will be vegetable-forward, but not vegetarian, highlighting the season’s harvest alongside thoughtfully sourced proteins, all enjoyed around the table in the setting of Flat Mountain Farm.
This dinner is an invitation to gather, slow down, and experience the intersection of land, culture, and craft through one of the Southeast’s most compelling culinary voices.

Music Bingo at The Ugly Dog Pub
2026-02-08 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!

Super Bowl Sunday at High Country Wine & Provisions
2026-02-08 18:30 | High Country Wine & Provisions, 621 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
​Join us for the ultimate kickoff! Enjoy delicious snacks and exclusive features on wine, beer, and cider while you watch the game on our 86″ big screen!

Monday Classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness
2026-02-09 09:00 - 17:30 | Fusion Yoga and Wellness, 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Join us on Mondays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Fusion Flow: Flow & Restore
9 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.
Fusion Rx: Crushing PD
12:00 PM
This moderate-intensity class is designed for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease and may also benefit those with other neurological disorders.
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.

Studio Alive at The Bascom
2026-02-09 10:00 - 13:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Studio Alive is a group of dedicated artists that share a passion for drawing from live models.
The group meets in The Bascom’s Adult Studio on select Mondays, year-round.

Highlands Food Pantry | Open Hours
2026-02-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-10 10:00 - 17:00 | 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
2026-02-09 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.

Davis Family Vineyards Wine Dinner at Oak Steakhouse
2026-02-09 18:00 | Oak Steakhouse at Skyline Lodge, 470 Skyliine Lodge Road, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us on February 9 at 6pm for an intimate wine dinner featuring Davis Family Vineyards, beginning with passed hors d’oeuvres followed by a thoughtfully paired four-course menu.

The evening’s courses will be curated by Markie McCullough, Executive Chef of Oak Steakhouse, with a dessert course by Ashley Cannon, Executive Pastry Chef of Oak, each designed to highlight the character of the wines.
Founded in 1997 by Guy and Judy Davis, @davisfamilyvineyards is rooted in community and hospitality—from their organically farmed Soul Patch Vineyard in Sonoma County to their growing presence in North Carolina, now alongside their son and Assistant Winemaker, Cooper.

Tuesday/Thursday Classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness
2026-02-10 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.

Highlands Volunteer Workday with Highlands Cashiers Land Trust
2026-02-10 09:30 | NC
Join us in Highlands as we work to build, maintain and improve HCLT’s public access trails around Highlands.

Join our volunteer mailing list HERE to receive meeting locations and workday specifics.

Free ESL Classes at The Literacy and Learning Center
2026-02-10 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
