The TUNE-UP is a great opportunity to revive stagnant energy levels and counteract sedentary habits of the Winter season, all while having FUN.

To play, stop by the front desk to grab your bingo card and register. Players have the entire month of April to participate and are able to jump in anytime during the month. Each time you achieve a bingo your name will be entered into a drawing to win our Ultimate Spring Tune-Up Bundle.

Close the weekend out with a moderately paced vinyasa flow that will infuse breath, body and mind for inspiring clarity, flexibility, focus, awareness, balance and strength.

Emergence celebrates the role of teaching and mentoring in artistic development, highlighting works by faculty mentors their students. The 34 pairs of artists presented in this exhibition represent 20 institutions of higher education from the Southeast. Their works represent a wide variety of approaches to subject matter, innovative use of materials, and mastery of traditional mediums being taught and practiced in contemporary studio programs.

A free public reception will be held Thursday, February 23 at 5pm at The Bascom to celebrate our winter exhibitions.

Come enjoy great eats and tunes at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern.

Steady Hand String Band is an old time Appalachian string band focused on rip roaring fiddle tunes, old country classics, and your favorite hits from the 1800s. Steady Hand began in Charleston, SC, where they honed their traditional sound.

Their passion for reviving traditional music is matched by a young, dynamic energy that breathes new life into classic tunes once played throughout the southern Appalachian region.

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! 

The TUNE-UP is a great opportunity to revive stagnant energy levels and counteract sedentary habits of the Winter season, all while having FUN.

To play, stop by the front desk to grab your bingo card and register. Players have the entire month of April to participate and are able to jump in anytime during the month. Each time you achieve a bingo your name will be entered into a drawing to win our Ultimate Spring Tune-Up Bundle.

Emergence celebrates the role of teaching and mentoring in artistic development, highlighting works by faculty mentors their students. The 34 pairs of artists presented in this exhibition represent 20 institutions of higher education from the Southeast. Their works represent a wide variety of approaches to subject matter, innovative use of materials, and mastery of traditional mediums being taught and practiced in contemporary studio programs.

A free public reception will be held Thursday, February 23 at 5pm at The Bascom to celebrate our winter exhibitions.

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.

If you are experiencing financial hardship and are food-insecure, we strongly encourage you to visit the Highlands Food Pantry.

A gentle, yet effective approach to yoga that focuses on increasing flexibility and balance for transformation at any age. Good for all levels, including beginners and anyone who hasn't practiced in a while. This class is a wonderful opportunity to honor your unique body.

Parkinson's Classes

Moderate intensity exercise designed to slow motor deterioration, improve cognitive function & improve balance and reaction time.

Level 1,2.

Join instructor Mayla Jennings for this introduction to musical theatre stage movement and dance.

This class is open to all students 6th grade - early college age. All classes are free but space is limited. Call the library to reserve your spot or for more information. 828-743-0215

A gentle blend of Vinyasa Flow and Yin Yoga, this class explores the energies of yang and yin to create more balance and harmony for the mind and body. 
 
Each student is encouraged to move slowly with awareness. The Vinyasa portion of the practice links slow to moderate movement to the breath and is designed to warm the body in preparation for the Yin portion which includes holding poses for 2-5 minutes. The Yin poses allow the connective tissues, muscles and more to stretch slowly to create more space internally.

Building on last year's success, our English Language Learners classes will resume on February 27th at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd.

Classes will run Mondays and Tuesdays, 6 pm to 8 pm and will include dinner and childcare for students and their families.

There are three learning levels: Beginner, Level I, and Level II. The classes are facilitated by trained faculty with experience teaching English to non-native speakers.

The TUNE-UP is a great opportunity to revive stagnant energy levels and counteract sedentary habits of the Winter season, all while having FUN.

To play, stop by the front desk to grab your bingo card and register. Players have the entire month of April to participate and are able to jump in anytime during the month. Each time you achieve a bingo your name will be entered into a drawing to win our Ultimate Spring Tune-Up Bundle.

Breathe, move, sweat and connect! Stoked by yogic breathing techniques, the internal heat of the body couples well with the external heat of the room to allow you the opportunity to drop a little deeper into your practice.

Emergence celebrates the role of teaching and mentoring in artistic development, highlighting works by faculty mentors their students. The 34 pairs of artists presented in this exhibition represent 20 institutions of higher education from the Southeast. Their works represent a wide variety of approaches to subject matter, innovative use of materials, and mastery of traditional mediums being taught and practiced in contemporary studio programs.

A free public reception will be held Thursday, February 23 at 5pm at The Bascom to celebrate our winter exhibitions.

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.

If you are experiencing financial hardship and are food-insecure, we strongly encourage you to visit the Highlands Food Pantry.

This theatre class for teens will contnue to teach participants the elements of technical theatre and design, including basic drafting, sound, lighting, and costume elements. This class is hands on and students will draft and design projects. Special events and theatre field trips are included in the program.

This class is free and open to all students 7th grade age and up. Space is limited. Call the Library to register. 828-743-0215

Building on last year's success, our English Language Learners classes will resume on February 27th at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd.

Classes will run Mondays and Tuesdays, 6 pm to 8 pm and will include dinner and childcare for students and their families.

There are three learning levels: Beginner, Level I, and Level II. The classes are facilitated by trained faculty with experience teaching English to non-native speakers.

The TUNE-UP is a great opportunity to revive stagnant energy levels and counteract sedentary habits of the Winter season, all while having FUN.

To play, stop by the front desk to grab your bingo card and register. Players have the entire month of April to participate and are able to jump in anytime during the month. Each time you achieve a bingo your name will be entered into a drawing to win our Ultimate Spring Tune-Up Bundle.

Emergence celebrates the role of teaching and mentoring in artistic development, highlighting works by faculty mentors their students. The 34 pairs of artists presented in this exhibition represent 20 institutions of higher education from the Southeast. Their works represent a wide variety of approaches to subject matter, innovative use of materials, and mastery of traditional mediums being taught and practiced in contemporary studio programs.

A free public reception will be held Thursday, February 23 at 5pm at The Bascom to celebrate our winter exhibitions.

Known as the “Cheers” of Bookstores, the Bookworm in Highlands 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.

Have you ever received the gift of a new digital device, like an iPad, smartphone or laptop, but had no idea how to use it? Hudson Library has the perfect solution-
Tech Time sessions offer one-on-one help on any personal digital device. Tech Time is a chance for residents of all ages to bring their devices and ask any questions. Learn how to set up an email account, mute your cell phone, back up and store files, and more.
Tech Times are free. No library card is required and no appointment is necessary. Services are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Choose the food less traveled at the Green Market, Cashiers farm stand market for local growers .

The market is “producer-only” meaning that the vendor must be the grower or producer of ALL the products they sell.

Vendors must produce within a 125-mile radius of Cashiers.

Fill your basket with naturally raised meat and dairy items, fresh eggs, jams, pickles, freshly baked bread and delicious granola. 

Set your table with fresh cut flowers or plant your entryway with locally grown perennials.  Always fresh.  Always local.

Spring is in the air! The Highlands Botanical Garden is waking up, and with it, an abundance of wildflowers is beginning to display.

Join the Highlands Nature Center for an easy stroll through the Botanical Garden each Wednesday & Saturday this April between 4 and 5 PM to explore what spring ephemerals are blooming. Along the way, you’ll learn tips for identifying them and a little about their unique characteristics.

These programs are free and open to the public, no registration is necessary. 

Bluegrass Wednesday with Nitrograss is back at The Ugly Dog!

The TUNE-UP is a great opportunity to revive stagnant energy levels and counteract sedentary habits of the Winter season, all while having FUN.

To play, stop by the front desk to grab your bingo card and register. Players have the entire month of April to participate and are able to jump in anytime during the month. Each time you achieve a bingo your name will be entered into a drawing to win our Ultimate Spring Tune-Up Bundle.

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. We recommend students new to yoga begin with our Beginner and Level 1 classes first to establish comfort and familiarity of the basics of yoga before moving into any mixed level class.

Class is limited to 15 people and online registration is required.

Emergence celebrates the role of teaching and mentoring in artistic development, highlighting works by faculty mentors their students. The 34 pairs of artists presented in this exhibition represent 20 institutions of higher education from the Southeast. Their works represent a wide variety of approaches to subject matter, innovative use of materials, and mastery of traditional mediums being taught and practiced in contemporary studio programs.

A free public reception will be held Thursday, February 23 at 5pm at The Bascom to celebrate our winter exhibitions.

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.

If you are experiencing financial hardship and are food-insecure, we strongly encourage you to visit the Highlands Food Pantry.

Known as the “Cheers” of Bookstores, the Bookworm in Highlands 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.

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.

Kids Zone features a variety of fun and interesting programs where kids can explore art, nature, science & more! Best for ages 5 and up.

This theatre class will present an introduction to stage performance with hands on individual and group work. We will continue to build on concepts and grow our skills. Exercises will be tailored for participants and their ages. Students kindergarten - 6th grade age are welcome to join this free class. No experience needed!

This class is free but space is limited. To reserve your spot, call the Library at 828-743-0215

Enjoy Trivia night at The High Dive in Highlands on Thursdays!

The TUNE-UP is a great opportunity to revive stagnant energy levels and counteract sedentary habits of the Winter season, all while having FUN.

To play, stop by the front desk to grab your bingo card and register. Players have the entire month of April to participate and are able to jump in anytime during the month. Each time you achieve a bingo your name will be entered into a drawing to win our Ultimate Spring Tune-Up Bundle.

Emergence celebrates the role of teaching and mentoring in artistic development, highlighting works by faculty mentors their students. The 34 pairs of artists presented in this exhibition represent 20 institutions of higher education from the Southeast. Their works represent a wide variety of approaches to subject matter, innovative use of materials, and mastery of traditional mediums being taught and practiced in contemporary studio programs.

A free public reception will be held Thursday, February 23 at 5pm at The Bascom to celebrate our winter exhibitions.

The place to shop for men's designer clothing in Highlands & Cashiers and now online!

Introducing our Spring Trunk Shows:

Faherty— April 28-30
Coppley— May 13
Brax—May 19-20
Peter Millar—May 26-28

Please join us on Friday April 21 at 11:00 AM in the Hudson Library Meeting Room for Community Coffee with the Mayor. Mayor Patrick Taylor will recognize Dr. Gary Wien, the retiring Executive Director of the Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust. The topic will be:  A Dialogue with Dr. Gary Wien:  Highlands Future for Conservation and Land Management.

Known as the “Cheers” of Bookstores, the Bookworm in Highlands 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.

Visit the Bazaar Barn's second location Fridays and Saturdays at 1846 107N, across from Blue Ridge School.

Bear Shadow is an annual spring time music festival and celebration.

Bear Shadow brings highly anticipated, world-class music acts and day time experiences to the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.

This weekend of music in the mountains celebrates the best of the new season as we all emerge from hibernation with hope and anticipation for the future.

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.

Highlands Saturday Marketplace at the Kelsey Hutchison Founders Park begins on April 1 and is held each Saturday from 8:00 A.M. until 12:30 P.M.

There’s something uniquely wonderful about starting your weekend strolling through this colorful marketplace as the dew still glistens on the grass.

The TUNE-UP is a great opportunity to revive stagnant energy levels and counteract sedentary habits of the Winter season, all while having FUN.

To play, stop by the front desk to grab your bingo card and register. Players have the entire month of April to participate and are able to jump in anytime during the month. Each time you achieve a bingo your name will be entered into a drawing to win our Ultimate Spring Tune-Up Bundle.

Learn theatre from performance to technical skills. Each class is tailored for the age group. All classes are free but registration is required. Contact Megan Potts at (828) 743-0215 or email [email protected] for more information and to register.

Grades K-4 Mondays 4-5:15PM

Grades 5-up Saturdays 9-11AM

Accessible for all levels of practitioners this moderately paced Hatha Flow practice of flowing movement linked with breath offers challenges and intensity with modifications and variations in order to meet each practitioner at his or her skill level.

We recommend students new to yoga begin with our Beginner and Level 1 classes first to establish comfort and familiarity of the basics of yoga before moving into a vinyasa flow class or any other mixed level class.

Class is limited to 15 people and online registration is required.

Emergence celebrates the role of teaching and mentoring in artistic development, highlighting works by faculty mentors their students. The 34 pairs of artists presented in this exhibition represent 20 institutions of higher education from the Southeast. Their works represent a wide variety of approaches to subject matter, innovative use of materials, and mastery of traditional mediums being taught and practiced in contemporary studio programs.

A free public reception will be held Thursday, February 23 at 5pm at The Bascom to celebrate our winter exhibitions.

The place to shop for men's designer clothing in Highlands & Cashiers and now online!

Introducing our Spring Trunk Shows:

Faherty— April 28-30
Coppley— May 13
Brax—May 19-20
Peter Millar—May 26-28

Known as the “Cheers” of Bookstores, the Bookworm in Highlands 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.

Visit the Bazaar Barn's second location Fridays and Saturdays at 1846 107N, across from Blue Ridge School.

Spring is in the air! The Highlands Botanical Garden is waking up, and with it, an abundance of wildflowers is beginning to display.

Join the Highlands Nature Center for an easy stroll through the Botanical Garden each Wednesday & Saturday this April between 4 and 5 PM to explore what spring ephemerals are blooming. Along the way, you’ll learn tips for identifying them and a little about their unique characteristics.

These programs are free and open to the public, no registration is necessary. 

Bear Shadow is an annual spring time music festival and celebration.

Bear Shadow brings highly anticipated, world-class music acts and day time experiences to the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.

This weekend of music in the mountains celebrates the best of the new season as we all emerge from hibernation with hope and anticipation for the future.

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.