Highlands Rotary, noon, Highlands Community Center, Highlands North Carolina

Highlands-Cashiers Hospital Dining Room on Wednesday mornings at 7:30 am.

Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley, 8 a.m., at the Cashiers United Methodist Church, 743-2243 in Cashiers NC

Cashiers Quilters Guild, 12:30 p.m., Cashiers United Methodist in Cashiers, North Carolina

Maestro 6pm – 8pm
Cy Timmons 8pm – close

Maestro 6pm – 8pm
Cy Timmons 8pm – close


As a young Alabama man born to a musical family, Cy Timmons was destined to have music in his veins. Everywhere he went Cy seemed to have a song resonating in his head.
Cy was thrilled when he discovered his dad’s guitar sitting in the back of a closet. It had been sitting idle for years but a new set of strings and the enthusiastic attention of a young music enthusiast gave the guitar new life. Once Cy felt that he had mastered this steel stringed acoustic guitar, he set his sights on an electric guitar. He lobbied his parents until he got the guitar he wanted as a gift for his nineteenth birthday. From the electric guitar Cy migrated to the classical guitar. That has been his mainstay from then on.
Over the years Cy has developed a repertoire of jazz, old standards, and contemporary pop, as well as his original compositions. Followers of Cy will attest to the fact that he has a special gift for invigorating you with his music. In addition to his music, Cy has a flair for comedic interaction. He’ll mellow you out with a song and then liven you up with a joke.
If you have been around Highlands for several years, you are sure to have heard Cy perform in one venue or another. He doesn’t limit himself to the Plateau either. Clubs on both the east and west coast have seen Cy perform as he has pursued his study of the guitar.
The soft melodic tones of Cy’s voice are the result of natural talent and studies with the late Judy Davis in Oakland, voice coach to many vocalists including Barbara Streisand. He has worked many musical venues in San Francisco and in Los Angeles. He was even the opening act for folks like Joan Rivers, Peter Nero, Al Jarreau and David Steinbereg.
Lucky for us, in 1970 Cy decided to move back to Atlanta and eventually opened Café Erewhon where he wowed audiences for eleven years before moving to Highlands, in 1993. He and his wife, Carolyn, reside in the Scaly Mountain community.
After playing a number of venues in our area Cy now can be heard exclusively at The Old Edwards Inn in The Hummingbird Lounge, on Fridays and Saturdays from 8:00 p.m. until closing.
Come enjoy Cy’s melodious tones as you enjoy your favorite beverage. There’s nothing more enjoyable after a busy day, than to relax to the tunes of Cy and his guitar. To learn more about Cy go to www.cytimmonssings.com. You may reach Cy at (828) 526-4503 or write to him at P O Box 303 Scaly Mountain, N.C. 28775.

Movies are free and projected onto an 8 x 10 ft. screen using an LCD projector.

Due to Production Studio guidelines the library may not include movie titles or studio names in its advertising. Please call the library at 526-3031 for title information and length of feature.


Children's films are all rated G or PG. Popcorn will be served; feel free to bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.

Movies are free and projected onto an 8 x 10 ft. screen using an LCD projector.

Due to Production Studio guidelines the library may not include movie titles or studio names in its advertising. Please call the library at 526-3031 for title information and length of feature.



Children's films are all rated G or PG. Popcorn will be served; feel free to bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.

Mon 3:30 to 4:45pm Slow Flow: Beginner Yoga

Mon 5:30 to 6:45 pm Yoga by Candlelight Level 2

Tues By Appointment Yoga Therapeutics

Wed 9:30 to 10:45 am Hatha Yoga Level 1-2

Sat 9:30 to 11:00 am All Levels

Mon 3:30 to 4:45pm Slow Flow: Beginner Yoga

Mon 5:30 to 6:45 pm Yoga by Candlelight Level 2

Tues By Appointment Yoga Therapeutics

Wed 9:30 to 10:45 am Hatha Yoga Level 1-2

Sat 9:30 to 11:00 am All Levels

Mon 3:30 to 4:45pm Slow Flow: Beginner Yoga

Mon 5:30 to 6:45 pm Yoga by Candlelight Level 2

Tues By Appointment Yoga Therapeutics

Wed 9:30 to 10:45 am Hatha Yoga Level 1-2

Sat 9:30 to 11:00 am All Levels

Duplicate Bridge games will be held at the Rec Center on Wednesdays at 12:50 and Fridays at 12:30.

Duplicate Bridge games will be held at the Rec Center on Wednesdays at 12:50 and Fridays at 12:30.

featuring Nitrograss

Meets the first Monday of each month at the Highlands United Methodist Church. Beginner's lessons are available at noon.
Dues are $1 per meeting. For more information, call Paul Andry at (828) 787-1586, or email pandry1@frontier.com, or call Les Scott at (828) 200-9532, email les.h.scott@gmail.com

Alex Naar, will be in Highlands to make a presentation on January 31 at 2:00pm at the First Presbyterian Church in Coleman Hall

All the Way from ECU- Alex Naar will be coming to Highlands to talk to our community about sustainable tourism. He will make a presentation that will include challenges and success stories from other communities similar to Highlands, lessons learned and more. After his presentation there will be time for questions and answers. This presentation is hosted by the Jackson-Macon Conservation Alliance. J-MCA will record all suggestions from the audience as we work toward developing sustainable solutions that will be presented to the Town of Highlands’ Board in Spring of 2012.

The Sustainable Solutions Project focus is to contribute to place-based economic development projects that build on local natural resources and retain wealth within the Town of Highlands; and foster community involvement in local environmental protection problem solving and civic engagement.

Alex Naar is the Director of Outreach at the Center for Sustainable Tourism and the Office of Engagement, Innovation, and Economic Development at East Carolina University. The Center is dedicated to promoting sustainable tourism throughout our region, North Carolina, and the nation through innovation in graduate education, leadership development, community consultation, and collaborative research. Devoted to implementing sustainable practices in business operations, public policies, and personal travel behaviors, the Center offers solutions to challenges facing the tourism industry and destination communities as they balance economic viability with socio-cultural and environmental enhancement and equity.
Alex Naar graduated with a degree in Environmental Studies from the University of Colorado at Boulder, where he started his foray into sustainable tourism providing technical assistance to restaurants and hotels interested in implementing green practices. A long-time resident of western North Carolina, Alex now lives in Greenville, North Carolina with his wonderful wife and son.

Please mark your calendar and plan to attend this unique event. Come with ideas and/or to learn. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please forward to others.

Alex Naar, will be in Highlands to make a presentation on January 31 at 2:00pm at the First Presbyterian Church in Coleman Hall

The Bascom’s Barn Dances, set for January 28th, February 25th and March 31st,
are certain to put wings on your feet.

The Friends of the Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library’s Chocolate Cookoff, set for 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 11th, celebrates the romance of this most essential food.

Acclaimed chef-author Sheri Castle brings a taste of the familiar and the exotic and a pantry’s worth of unforgettable stories to her kitchen
workshops at the Old Edwards Inn and Spa.

Join Sheri Castle, author of The New Southern Garden Cookbook, for an interactive, lively cooking demonstration in the intimate setting of the Piermont Cottage for home cooks of all skill levels. Sheri peppers her classes with useful tips and hints and welcomes questions on all sorts of cooking topics. The food is fresh, creative, and designed to ensure your cooking success. Sheri will prepare and serve five recipes which you will enjoy for lunch with wine.

Maggie the Cat heats up the frigid winter nights in the Highlands-Cashiers Players’ “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof,” slated for February 23rd-26th and March 2nd-4th at the Martin-Lipscomb Performing Arts Center.

Maggie the Cat heats up the frigid winter nights in the Highlands-Cashiers Players’ “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof,” slated for February 23rd-26th and March 2nd-4th at the Martin-Lipscomb Performing Arts Center.

Karaoke every Thursday at Highlands Smokehouse

Sizzle with the sights, sounds, flavors and romance of Spain in this colorful weekend at Old Edwards Inn and Spa. Tapas, Tango, Flamenco guitar and more February 3 – 4, 2012. Sample sumptuous Spanish items on Madison’s menu and in the Hummingbird Lounge, including Spanish inspired desserts and a tasty assortment of tapas.

Highlands Dialogue Announces its February 2012 Schedule

The Highlands Dialogue Winter-Spring discussion series continues on Tuesday, February 7th at the Hudson Library from 10:00–11:30 a.m. The dates and topics for February 2012 are listed below. Check your newspaper’s “What’s Coming” section for the subject of future discussions.

Dialogue discussion topics include great books, current events, and subjects of extreme whimsy. Everyone is invited to attend and encouraged to participate in our discussions—our only request is that you come with an exploring mind and read the session’s material before attending the discussion (readings are distributed by e-mail or at a previous session). Even if you are not able to attend all of our discussions, you are encouraged to attend as often as you are able.

If you would like information about the Highlands Dialogue, any of our upcoming discussions, or if you would like us to add your name to the Dialogue e‑mail list, please e-mail John Gaston johngaston@aol.com or Karen Hawk hwkncrw@earthlink.net.

We look forward to continuing our discussions and growing together.

Dialogue Schedule for February 2012
Feb 7: “Wall Street of the Common Good” by David Korten (handout—also e-mailed). Coordinator: Rodney Roe.
Feb 14: NO SESSION
Feb 21: “The Provenance of Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer” (painting). Coordinator: Isabel Allen.
Feb 28: The Mind of the South by W. J. Cash (book). Coordinator: Peter Ray.

Bascom Instructors - A sampling of talent from dedicated artists who share their gift through teaching. At the heart of The Bascom's education programs are the instructors who work with us throughout the year. These instructors hold the distinction of being experienced professional artists and skilled educators.

Regional Art opens January 21st with a reception from 2-4 pm. We live amongst nationally and internationally acclaimed artists and we are proud to be their neighbor. In honor of these artists and the non-profit organizations that support them, we are proud to offer our visitors a glimpse of the talent that lies in our own backyard!

Tuesdays, January 17-February 21 3:15-430 pm Ages 5-9
Roll up your sleeves and join in on the fun after school! You will work on individual and collaborative projects, and experiment with everything from painting, ceramics and sculpture to printmaking and collage. Snacks are provided. Bus service is available from Highlands School. Class size is limited, pre-registration is required. Tuition: $30 for a six week session.

"Friends Around the Globe" Saturdays, January 28 and February 25 3:15-430 pm Ages 8-12
What in the world is going on? Explore world cultures through these fun, creative and entertaining activities. Art projects are specific to a variety of countries and cultures. This program is presented in partnership with the International Friendship Center. No pre-registration required. Tuition: $5 per class.

"Be My Valentine" Saturday, February 11 1-3 pm Ages All
Valentine's Day is right around the corner and you may be looking for that perfect gift or decoration. Create fun and easy to make collages. This FREE program will provide all the materials and instruction to make beautiful Valentine’s Day collages for someone you love. A Family Art Experience. Drop in.

Make Your Own Book
Saturday – Sunday
February 18 – 19 1 – 4pm
Writing, drawing and decorating a handmade book is a creative craft that will spark your imagination! Learn simple ways to make your own book and be the author of your own stories. All materials will be provided. Space is limited, pre-registration is required.
Ages: 7-11
Tuition: $60 for two-day workshop

Saturday Art Cinema at The Bascom
Sit back and enjoy our weekly feature presentation
February 4 Riddles of the Sphinx 2 pm

February 11 - The Shakers
Through diaries, archival photographs, music and stunning cinematography, Ken Burns creates a moving portrait of this particularly American movement, and in the process, offers us a new and unusually moving way to understand the Shakers.

Saturday Art Cinema at The Bascom
Sit back and enjoy our weekly feature presentation
February 18 Framed 2 pm

Saturday Art Cinema at The Bascom
Sit back and enjoy our weekly feature presentation
February 25 The Greeks, Part 1 2 pm

Saturday Art Cinema at The Bascom
Sit back and enjoy our weekly feature presentation
March 3 The Greeks, Part 2 2 pm

Microsoft Word 2007 class at the Literacy Council Wednesdays 11 a.m. - noon

Saturdays, February 25, March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 10 am-12 noon Ages 5-9
Stretch your imagination and have fun in the art studio. Monthly themes with different projects every week. February: Flying Objects – what makes it fly? March: All Things Green – learn about your environment. Make and take your own masterpiece.

Blast Off at The Bascom
through February 24
An out-of-this-world exhibit featuring works from the Highlands Literacy Council’s After School program.

Maestro 6pm – 8pm
Cy Timmons 8pm – close


As a young Alabama man born to a musical family, Cy Timmons was destined to have music in his veins. Everywhere he went Cy seemed to have a song resonating in his head.
Cy was thrilled when he discovered his dad’s guitar sitting in the back of a closet. It had been sitting idle for years but a new set of strings and the enthusiastic attention of a young music enthusiast gave the guitar new life. Once Cy felt that he had mastered this steel stringed acoustic guitar, he set his sights on an electric guitar. He lobbied his parents until he got the guitar he wanted as a gift for his nineteenth birthday. From the electric guitar Cy migrated to the classical guitar. That has been his mainstay from then on.
Over the years Cy has developed a repertoire of jazz, old standards, and contemporary pop, as well as his original compositions. Followers of Cy will attest to the fact that he has a special gift for invigorating you with his music. In addition to his music, Cy has a flair for comedic interaction. He’ll mellow you out with a song and then liven you up with a joke.
If you have been around Highlands for several years, you are sure to have heard Cy perform in one venue or another. He doesn’t limit himself to the Plateau either. Clubs on both the east and west coast have seen Cy perform as he has pursued his study of the guitar.
The soft melodic tones of Cy’s voice are the result of natural talent and studies with the late Judy Davis in Oakland, voice coach to many vocalists including Barbara Streisand. He has worked many musical venues in San Francisco and in Los Angeles. He was even the opening act for folks like Joan Rivers, Peter Nero, Al Jarreau and David Steinbereg.
Lucky for us, in 1970 Cy decided to move back to Atlanta and eventually opened Café Erewhon where he wowed audiences for eleven years before moving to Highlands, in 1993. He and his wife, Carolyn, reside in the Scaly Mountain community.
After playing a number of venues in our area Cy now can be heard exclusively at The Old Edwards Inn in The Hummingbird Lounge, on Fridays and Saturdays from 8:00 p.m. until closing.
Come enjoy Cy’s melodious tones as you enjoy your favorite beverage. There’s nothing more enjoyable after a busy day, than to relax to the tunes of Cy and his guitar. To learn more about Cy go to www.cytimmonssings.com. You may reach Cy at (828) 526-4503 or write to him at P O Box 303 Scaly Mountain, N.C. 28775.

featuring Nitrograss

Karaoke every Thursday at Highlands Smokehouse

Maestro 6pm – 8pm
Cy Timmons 8pm – close

LIVE MUSIC
ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE

FRIDAY, FEB 3 7 -10 pm
The Rough & Tumble

SATURDAY, FEB 11 7-10pm
August Black

SATURDAY, FEB 11 7-10pm
The Rum Runners

SATURDAY, FEB 11 7-10pm
The Rum Runners

SATURDAY, FEB 11 7-10pm
August Black

SATURDAY, FEB 18 7-10pm
The Rum Runners

SATURDAY, FEB 25 7-10pm
The Rum Runners

SUPERBOWL BUFFET
Sunday, Feburary 5
$15 PER PERSON


WINGS (variety of sauces provided)
SLIDERS (choose from Burgers, Chicken or Pork BBQ, Buffalo Chicken, Sloppy Joe and Mini Dogs)
BUILD-YOUR-OWN NACHOS
POTATO SKINS w/ toppings
ONION STRAWS
PRETZEL BITES w/ beer cheese
SAPPHIRE MOUNTAIN CHILI

and in honor of the teams playing . . .
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS CLAM CHOWDER
NEW YORK GIANTS PIZZAS (chef's variety)

and for dessert . . .
NEW ENGLAND APPLE BROWN BETTY
NEW YORK STYLE CHEESECAKE BITES
plus an assortment of other bite-sized favorites!
AUTHENTIC NFL JERSEY RAFFLE
AND SALE - SUPERBOWL SUNDAY
FEBRUARY 5, 2012

Pick your team, pick your player - Not just Super Bowl teams available! Multiple raffles will be held throughout the day, so you have many opportunities to win. Signed jerseys are also on sale.

Valentine's Special Menu
Dinner for Two $75
Offered Saturday, February 11, Monday February 13 and Tuesday, February 14


Appetizers
Fried Oysters
Lobster & Crab Cake
Brie Au Pear

Entrees
Cajun Shrimp & Grits
sauteed with red pepper and onion

Petite Filet
served with vegetable and starch of the day

Stuffed Trout
mountain trout stuffed with a blend
of spinach, lump crab and feta

Desserts
Key Lime Pie
Peanut Butter Pie
Red Velvet Cake

Ask about our bubbly specials and dessert options!
Specials are also available a la carte'. We will be offering our full menu.

Valentine's Special Menu
Dinner for Two $75
Offered Saturday, February 11, Monday February 13 and Tuesday, February 14


Appetizers
Fried Oysters
Lobster & Crab Cake
Brie Au Pear

Entrees
Cajun Shrimp & Grits
sauteed with red pepper and onion

Petite Filet
served with vegetable and starch of the day

Stuffed Trout
mountain trout stuffed with a blend
of spinach, lump crab and feta

Desserts
Key Lime Pie
Peanut Butter Pie
Red Velvet Cake

Ask about our bubbly specials and dessert options!
Specials are also available a la carte'. We will be offering our full menu.

Barn Jamming with James, beginning Monday, February 20, 2012. Bring your guitar, banjo or whatever and have fun.

Saturday Night Benefit for
Highlands School Fifth Grade Class Trip

When: Saturday February 25th
What: Dinner & Yahtzee
Where: Fressers Main Dining Room Two Seatings: 5:30 and 7:30
Who: You and all of your Friends-we can seat 64 per seating
How Much: $10 includes yahtzee, non alcoholic beverage, Fresser Fries.

Dinner can be ordered from our limited menu to include $5.00 burgers, chicken tenders, trout and more. Of course wine and beer will be available.
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Music by Grahams Number

Music by Nitrograss

Music by Hurricane Creek

Music by High 5

Special Valentine's Dinner
Saturday, February 11 through Tuesday, February 14
6 pm to 9 pm
Madison's Restaurant

Live Music in the Evening
Hummingbird Lounge
Friday, Saturday and Tuesday from 6 pm

Romantic Movie Night with Popcorn
Pick up a Romantic Movie from the front desk to enjoy in the comfort of your own room. And stop by the Butler’s Pantry in the main Inn to get your popcorn.

Guests can arrange to have flowers, champagne, cheese trays, beautiful handmade chocolate arrangements or other surprises waiting for their sweetheart when they enter their room or suite. Madison’s guests can have flowers from Oakleaf Flower and Garden or an Old Edwards Inn and Spa gift certificate delivered right to the table at Madison’s. And Acorns Boutique features a beautiful array of designer jewelry that can be purchased with the gift card—or presented as a surprise over dinner. All jewelry will be marked 20% - 75% off regular price during Valentine's weekend. Acorns features a 10% discount for all resort guests. A hike to Sunset Rock is a beautiful way to finish off a blissful day.

To Reserve Your Valentine’s Weekend at Old Edwards call 828-787-2625.

Jan 31: “Body Theology” (handout). Coordinator: Martha Porter.

Come and listen to the ‘Love’ stories at the Story Swap on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 7:00 pm, at the Ugly Dog Pub at 294 S. Fourth St. in Highlands. If you have a special 3-7 minute love story to tell or read, sign up at the pub or call 369-1927. Note – Our winter start time is a half hour earlier!

As a small “thank you” to the business community, the Laurel is partnering with Susie deVille Schiffli in offering a series of free business seminars.
“In a fun and relaxed setting, each seminar will focus on different business-building topics. Participants will leave with practical strategies they can put into action immediately. We encourage small business owners, as well as nonprofit leaders to join us. You will leave renewed and ready for a great season in 2012,” Schiffli remarked.
The first of the programs - “Understanding & Leveraging Social Media” was held on Thursday, January 12th.
“How to Ride the Roller Coaster of a Resort Business with Success” is the second of the series and will be presented on Thursday, February 9th, at 5:30 p.m.
The final program will be held on Thursday March 8th, at 5:30 p.m. and will cover “What Is a Marketing Plan & Why Do You Need One?”
Each seminar will be held at the Martin-Lipscomb Performing Arts Center in Highlands and will be fun and packed with information. You will leave with great ideas you can implement immediately.
Space is limited to 28 participants at each semina and there are a few spaces available. Email Susie at susie@WhiteOakRG.com to reserve your space.

SATURDAY, FEB 18 7-10pm
The Rum Runners

SATURDAY, FEB 25 7-10pm
The Rum Runners

SATURDAY, FEB 25 7-10pm
The Rum Runners

SUNDAY, February 12th
Featured Dinner Specials
Choose from one of the three-course meals below:

Focaccia & Salad $16.95 ea.
BAKED ZITI for TWO
Dessert Pizza (7" Chocolate or Apple)

Shrimp & Grits with Cream Sauce $25.95 ea.
FILET and SHRIMP
with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Asparagus
Dessert Pizza (7" Chocolate or Apple)

Ask your server about the VALENTINE wine and drink specials for the day.

On Monday February 13th, at 5:00pm, there will be a Small Town Main Street Public Charratte at the Community Building on Poplar Street. The general public is invited to share their thoughts on what identity they fell best represents the Town of Highlands. The interactive meeting will last until 6:30pm. The public is also invited to take the nine-question survey online at http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22EBGCQY3RK. Copies of the survey will also be available at the Hudson Library and at Town Hall for those wishing to complete offline.

Sixth Annual SAPPHIRE OUTHOUSE RACE this saturday!

The Sixth Annual SAPPHIRE OUTHOUSE RACE takes place this saturday, February 18th at 3:00 pm. Held at the Sapphire Valley Ski Area.
This event is a fund raiser to sponsor ski scholarships so children may attend our after school ski programs, children who otherwise may not have the opportunity to ski or to learn this life skill. We are proud of our accomplishments and the fulfilling rewards of giving back to those that deserve it.
So come on out and have a blast!!
Imagine Nascar on ice!!!!

For more information call 828.421.7348
www.SapphireValleyResort.com

“The Poetry Corner” (bring your favorite 18–19th century poetry to discuss). Coordinator: Bill West.