From innovative culinary experiences, enlightening lectures, and imaginative art workshops, the Highlands-Cashiers Center for Life Enrichment has a program for every interest!
On Wednesday, May 28, CLE is thrilled to once again partner with The Stubborn Bull and mixologist Carlton Chamblin for “Around the World in Five Small Plates and Spirit Pairings,” an exclusive culinary and cocktail experience. Participants will delight in tasting five, internationally inspired small plates prepared by Head Chef Gustavo Villota, along with five gourmet cocktail pairings handcrafted by CLE’s favorite mixologist and Farm2Cocktail founder, Carlton Chamblin.
This event will take place while the Stubborn Bull is closed, allowing for an intimate tasting experience and discussions about the cuisine.
Carlton Chamblin
For anyone who’s intrigued by espionage or wonders what it takes to be a spy, CLE will host two illuminating lectures presented by retired CIA and US Army Intelligence professional Thomas J. Hofer.
On Wednesday, June 4 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M., Hofer will present “A Spy’s Journey: A Short Course in Recruiting Spies to Steal Secrets.” Featuring highlights from his 40 years as an intelligence professional, Hofer will dispel many myths about espionage, as well as discuss the psychological profiling used to assess and develop a potential agent.
On Thursday, June 5, Hofer will present “CIA and KGB: From Cold War to Counterterrorism.” He will trace the history of the CIA and KGB from the 1960s to the present, highlight the successes and failures of each intelligence service, and examine the evolution of the CIA as it pivoted from its Cold War activities to Counterterrorism.
Those with a creative flair are encouraged to join artist Cindy Guinn for her two hands-on art workshops. In “Not Your Ordinary Greeting Cards” on Wednesday, June 11, Guinn will teach a variety of techniques such as printmaking, collage, and multimedia, to create stunning, one-of-a-kind, handmade greeting cards with matching envelopes.
Thomas J. Hofer
On Thursday, June 12, she will lead “A Shell-A-Bration Art Workshop.” Participants will learn to decorate beautiful shells, which can be used as jewelry dishes, bottle decorations, or even ornaments. No art experience is needed, and all materials will be provided for these workshops.
For more information on program times, pricing, registration, or membership, please visit www.clehighlands.com, call (828) 526-8811, or email office@clehighlands.com.
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