Laurel Magazine

The Burnt Part Boys at Highlands PAC
2025-08-27 19:30, 2025-08-28 14:30, 2025-08-28 19:30, 2025-08-29 14:30, 2025-08-29 19:30, 2025-08-30 14:30, 2025-08-30 19:30 (America/New_York) | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Siblings from a mining town learn the power of self-reliance in this Appalachian, bluegrass-inspired journey.
Locally known as “The Burnt Part,” the Pickaway Coal Company’s South Mountain closed down after an accident in 1952 that resulted in the death of four miners. Ten years later, Jake Twitchell is an employee of that same company, doing the same job that took his own father’s life. Much to the dismay of his movie-buff younger brother, Pete, the Pickaway Coal Company is going to begin re-mining The Burnt Part and send down the next generation of young men. Inspired by his silver screen heroes, Pete sets out for The Burnt Part with his best friend, a pack full of dynamite, and plans to blow up the mine in hopes of protecting his older brother. This new musical is a dangerous and heartwarming adventure following the journey to discover the importance of the choices we make to protect our family.

Fiber Club at The Bascom
2025-08-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-13 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.

Studio Alive at The Bascom
2025-09-01 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-08 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-15 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.

Laurel Magazine | Meet September's Cover Artist at High Country Wine & Provisions
2025-09-02 17:30 - 19:00 | High Country Wine & Provisions, 621 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Meet Shannon Woodford at The Laurel’s September Cover Artist Reception at High Country Wine and Provisions in Highlands on Tuesday, September 2, 5:30 – 7:00 P.M. – and raise a glass to her.
RSVP to info@thelaurelmagazine.com.

Dazzling Dahlia Festival | Petals and Perspectives at The Bascom
2025-09-04 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-06 10:00 - 17:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Experience an inspired dialogue between art and nature at this year’s Dahlia Festival with Petals and Perspectives, a distinctive floral design showcase. This special event invites selected area non-profit organizations to create floral arrangements in direct response to works of art on view in The Bascom’s galleries, offering a compelling exploration of the connections between the visual and floral arts.

Dazzling Dahlia Festival | Studio Member Pottery Show at The Bascom
2025-09-04 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-06 10:00 - 17:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Bascom Studio Members will present a curated collection of handcrafted wall pockets and vases, each adorned with fresh dahlias and available for purchase during the Dahlia Festival.
Be sure to visit the Studio Barn for a chance to take home a unique, functional piece of art!

Dazzling Dahlia Festival | Fall Reception at The Bascom
2025-09-04 17:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Kick off the festival weekend at The Bascom’s Fall Reception!
This special evening will celebrate our fall exhibitions, the Dazzling Dahlia Festival, and the winner of the 2025 Dahlia Poster Contest.

Dazzling Dahlia Festival | The Single Bloom Competition at The Bascom
2025-09-05 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-09-06 10:00 - 16:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
The Single Bloom Competition ( Public Viewing)
Join us at The Bascom for the public viewing of the 15th Annual Dazzling Dahlia Festival’s Single Bloom Competition.
Viewings take place Friday, September 5, from 3:30–5 pm, and Saturday, September 6, from 10 am–4 pm. This cherished tradition invites dahlia enthusiasts to present their most exquisite blooms for all to enjoy.
All levels of growers are welcome to enter the Single Bloom Competition.

Dazzling Dahlia Festival | The Dahlia Dialogue at The Bascom
2025-09-06 11:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join renowned gardener and dahlia expert Drew English for an engaging educational talk, “The Dahlia Dialogue,” presented in conjunction with the Dazzling Dahlia Festival. Drew will guide participants through the fascinating history of dahlias, with special emphasis on their enduring legacy on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.
This interactive session promises an expanded Q&A, embracing the conversational spirit implied in its name. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own dahlia specimens for personalized diagnostics and expert growing tips.

Pop Up Pipers in Downtown Highlands
2025-09-06 16:30 - 17:00 | NC
The Pop-Up Pipers will appear in unexpected locations throughout downtown Highlands on select Saturdays from 4:30 to 5:00 P.M.
Keep an ear out on the following dates: June 7, July 12, August 2, September 6, and October 4, but exactly where they’ll play remains a mystery, adding an element of spontaneous joy to each performance.

Bel Canto at Highlands PAC
2025-09-07 16:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Bel Canto is an annual benefit performance featuring international opera stars, many of whom have performed at the Metropolitan Opera. The program features arias from favorite operas but also includes popular songs from Broadway shows as well.

The 33rd annual Bel Canto Recital will be held in Highlands on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at 4 PM at the Performing Arts Center. A gala dinner with the artists will follow at the Highlands Country Club.
The performance will feature a quartet of internationally recognized singers.

Soprano: Ashley Milanese
Mezzo Soprano: Abi Levis
Tenor: Christopher Bozeka
Baritone: Brian James Myer
Bass: Matthew Langley

St. Peter's and the Papal Basilicas of Rome at Highlands PAC
2025-09-11 17:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
St. Peter’s and the Papal Basilicas of Rome takes you on a journey through the four Papal Basilicas in Rome and their treasures: St. Peter’s (one of the 25 destinations most visited by international tourists from all over the world), St. John in the Lateran, St. Mary Major and St. Paul Outside the Walls.
Four majestic buildings – each with a precious papal altar, each a treasure trove of timeless works of art and a destination for millions of travelers and pilgrims over the centuries.

Beginner Drawing: Medieval Illumination at The Bascom
2025-09-13 14:00 - 16:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Learn about the Middle Ages and the art form of “Illumination.” Create an original illuminated letter design inspired by ornate medieval manuscripts. Add a touch of gold paint or gold leaf to make your project shine!

Terry Barber/Music of Queen at Highlands PAC
2025-09-13 19:30 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
With his extraordinary vocal range, countertenor Terry Barber celebrates Queen’s Freddie Mercury, blending hit songs with stories from Mercury’s life. More than a concert, this tribute offers an intimate look at a rock legend who defined a generation. Barber’s concept recording of this material is up for eight Grammy nominations.

The Abstracted Landscape at The Bascom
2025-09-16 09:00 - 16:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
This immersive four-day workshop at The Bascom invites artists to explore the fundamental principles of design while discovering their own authentic creative voice.
Rather than prescribing a single style, Larry Moore offers a flexible process that allows participants to choose their own level of abstraction—from representational interpretations to fully abstract compositions
