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The stark beauty of winter beckons the inner photographer in us all to take a few moments in the quiet beauty of nature, trying to capture the beauty of the moment so we can carry it with us throughout the year. From the bright red flash of a Cardinal or holly berry against the barren trees, to expansive sunrises and …
Local Love
As locals, we all know that living near the Plateau is a real blessing. Another glad tiding for those of us living in Macon, Jackson, Transylvania, or Rabun counties is the return of Old Edwards Inn and Spa’s “We Love Locals” winter promotion. The promotion will kick off early this year as the Fitness Center welcomes you to attend any …
Game of Thrones
While “Party Poopers,” “Redneck Wishing Well,” and “Who Cut The Cheese?” may sound like slightly off-color party games, they are, in fact, team names for participants in the annual Sapphire Valley Resort Outhouse Race, held this year on Saturday, February 16. Festivities begin at 11:00 A.M. at the Sapphire Valley Resort. This event draws spectators from across the Southeast to …
Have an ice day
Highlands is blessed to have many amenities not often seen in tiny mountain communities. Thanks to the generosity of a host of people, we have a year-round pool, a skate park, and an ice skating rink, among others. If you’ve never before had the opportunity to fly around the ice, Highlands is the perfect place to try it. There are …
Cashiers Library
Synchronized with the multitude of New Year’s resolutions made at the start of 2019, Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library is hosting a series of workshops designed to help participants achieve their personal health and wellness goals. Health Coach Patty Smith, who holds a master’s degree from International Health Coach University and boasts extensive health coach training from the Institute of Integrative …
Hudson Heats Up Winter
It used to be that winter was the “slow” time of year at Hudson Library – not so anymore! As part of a Makerspace Grant received by Fontana Regional Library, the Hudson has been able to purchase some useful new gadgets. A lot of these are educational tools for the kiddos, including building kits, robots, and 3D pens, that are …
The Bascom’s Winter Exhibitions
The new year brings a pair of annual exhibits to The Bascom. Both in their fifth year, the Winter Resident Artist Program, and the expanding Western Carolina University Student Exhibition will proudly be on display at The Bascom. The Bascom’s Winter Resident Artist Program, WRAP, calls on students or faculty from the surrounding universities to submit site-specific installation proposals for …
The South’s Acclaimed Chefs
Highlands’ luxury country inn, Half-Mile Farm, is delighted to present up-close-and-personal experiences with some of The South’s most acclaimed chefs. Live music and limited seating make for memorable evenings amid the gorgeous lakeside setting of this unique historical property. The first Chefs In the House Dinner of 2019 features Chef Matthew Basford from one of Atlanta’s iconic restaurants, Canoe, on …
Baskets at The Bascom
Interweaving Southern Baskets is on view in the Loft Gallery at The Bascom from now until December 30. This beautiful exhibit, curated by Laura Wingfield, incorporates over 70 baskets from private collections to showcase Native American, Appalachian, Gullah, and Contemporary baskets. The South has always been home to a blend of cultures – from Native Americans here 14,000 years ago …
Find Your Favorite Fir
We are incredibly fortunate here on the Plateau for many reasons, but during the holiday season one of our greatest blessings is that we boast an abundance of Christmas Tree Farms. Start your holiday season by visiting one and choosing your perfect tree. Here’s a sampling of what’s available: Grandy Mountain Tree Farm, 842 Breedlove Road, Cashiers, (828) 743-1737; Moss …
An Appalachian Christmas
For the past 24 years, talented singers from throughout the area have joined together as the Highlands Community Chorale to celebrate the music of Christmas. This year’s Chorale will present the music of our heritage here in the mountains from the Carolinas to Virginia, Kentucky, and Georgia. Chorale conductor Les Scott says, “‘An Appalachian Christmas’ features music that reveals the …
Breakfast with Santa
Setting the tone for little ones’ Christmas Season is the Highlands United Methodist Church’s Breakfast with Santa, set for 8:30 A.M. Saturday, December 8, in the church’s Faith and Fellowship Center. Please RSVP by Wednesday, December 5, at (828) 526-3376. It’s so much fun to see the children all decked out in their festive holiday attire. After a hearty breakfast, …
