by Erin Estes | Mar 28, 2026 | Recreation and Creation in NC
A new pollinator garden, created in memory of Thomas Taulbee, is taking root beside the Cashiers Chamber of Commerce—honoring his legacy of kindness, community, and conservation while building a vibrant habitat that will bloom for generations.
by Erin Estes | Mar 28, 2026 | Recreation and Creation in NC
Beginning April 2, the Highlands Nature Center opens for a new season of hands‑on discovery, from the BioBlitz Boogy! in April to Herpetology Season in May, with programs, trails, and camps inviting visitors of all ages to explore the area’s biodiversity.
by Erin Estes | Mar 28, 2026 | Recreation and Creation in NC
Spring’s fleeting wildflowers are emerging across our forests, offering a brief, brilliant reminder of the rich biodiversity the Highlands‑Cashiers Land Trust works to protect.
by Erin Estes | Mar 28, 2026 | Recreation and Creation in NC
As April wavers between seasons, the forest floor briefly comes alive with spring ephemerals—fleeting wildflowers that bloom in a short window of light before disappearing underground once more.
by Erin Estes | Mar 28, 2026 | Recreation and Creation in NC
The sights and sounds of spring include this brightly costumed and melodious bird.
by Erin Estes | Mar 28, 2026 | Recreation and Creation in NC
Just 20 miles from Highlands, Black Rock Mountain State Park offers scenic overlooks, varied trails, and a taste of Appalachian history for an easy off‑Plateau adventure.
by Erin Estes | Mar 27, 2026 | What to do in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC
Edward Eikner and Gray Pearson share the bench for a free four‑hand piano concert on Saturday, April 11, at 6:00 P.M., featuring works by Schubert, Ravel, and Dvořák.
by Erin Estes | Mar 27, 2026 | What to do in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC
The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau invites the community to MayFest on May 16—a free afternoon of food, music, activities, and “Fun with Purpose” hosted with nearly 40 local partners.
by Erin Estes | Mar 27, 2026 | What to do in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC
Sonya and Dennis Lehmann bring their sought‑after meats and baked goods to Locally Grown on the Green beginning May 6 and to the Highlands Farmers Market starting April 4.
by Erin Estes | Mar 27, 2026 | What to do in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC
The 2026 season opens May 22 with the Corey Stevenson Band, launching a summer of free 6:00 P.M. concerts on The Village Green Commons Lawn.