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Beautiful, Functional, Fabulous
One of my favorite things about the Plateau is the wealth of talented artists we have here. I love walking through all the art galleries and festivals that fill our mountains. In particular, I love looking at the ceramics. The Western North Carolina mountains have a deep and rich history of pottery and ceramics. It’s such a fascinating art form, …
Appalachian Music Live
Appalachian music is an eclectic blend of bluegrass, English and Irish balladry, Irish and Scottish fiddle tunes, African-American Blues, hymns, gospel tunes, country music, American folk, Jam Americana, and a chunk of mountain rock. Within this broad spectrum of entertainment styles there’s something for every performer and every audience to tap-atoe to. Preserving Appalachian history in melody and lyric is …
Get Your Mojo Moving’
Some activities define a community, and in Cashiers there is one event that is eagerly anticipated each year by everyone from all walks of life − Groovin’ on The Green. This outdoor celebration of music and life is the nearly perfect expression of fun in the mountains. It is the ideal way to end your week and start your weekend …
Eclectic & Elegant
What’s your favorite thing about Highlands in June? Is it the cool weather, the blooming rhododendron, the opening of the many upscale boutiques? If you include number three among your most anticipated events, then look no further than the trunk shows at Acorns Boutique. Acorns has become known for its eclectic but elegant choices in home décor, jewelry, and fashion, …
Up The Ante For The Playhouse
Step down the red carpet and help support a shining star on the Plateau – the Highlands Playhouse. On Sunday, July 1, the playhouse will host a fundraiser, StarStruck, at the Highlands Country Club beginning at 5:30 P.M. Tickets are $200 per person or $1,800 for a table of eight, which includes eight complimentary movie tickets at the Playhouse for …
A Moving Experience
Highlands Motoring Festival Weekend, June 7–10, is eagerly anticipated by car enthusiasts young and old from near and far. Featured in national publications and drawing entries that would be the envy of much larger shows, HMF is still a true local event. The four-day festival is planned and administered entirely by a dedicated group of local volunteers with the support …
A Toast To Perseverance
Don’t be afraid to fail – Michael Honig The best wine is produced from grapes that come from a stressed environment. Could we say the same for men? If we’re discussing Michael Honig, then the answer is “Yes.” At age 22, Michael left college to save his deceased grandfather’s dream of having a family winery (we use the word “winery” …
Saucy Sisters Bowtie Pasta
The Saucy Sisters, Beverly Wichman and Barbara Wichman Nowak, are siblings, best friends, frequent dining partners…and barstool companions. They can often be found in front of a camera, behind a microphone or in a classroom delivering their food and beverage knowledge with a sense of humor – and with a glass of wine in hand. For 10 years, they were …
The Garden Of Eatin’
This month’s Laurel Restaurant Review takes us to Bake My Day, a little sunburst at the far end of Wright Square in Highlands. “Wait a second, Luke,” you’re saying, “didn’t you review that place three years ago?! Aren’t there plenty of places out there that you haven’t gotten to yet, places deserving of attention?! Why has Bake My Day jumped …
Roman’s Got You Covered
When driving to and from Cashiers, you’ve no doubt noticed the attractive shake-sided commercial building with the sign that says, “Roman’s Roofing.” W hile t he b uilding i tself i s o nly a few years old, the company has over 20 years of roofing experience in Macon and Jackson counties. Whether you need a completely new roof, are …
Passion Performance
The Plateau is the ultimate travel destination. There are golf courses, spas, and shopping avenues to satisfy everyone. With wide, sweeping views and roadside waterfalls, just the drive through the mountains to get here is scenic and beautiful. What you may not realize is that it is also the ultimate destination for car enthusiasts. More than that, the Plateau is …
On Your Road To Happy
Those of us fortunate enough to live on the Plateau are blessed to be above the crowd. We appreciate realtors like those at White Oak Realty Group who make our lifestyle possible by matching us to our mountain dream-home. White Oak Realty Group, located at 125 South Oak Street, across from Old Edwards Inn in downtown Highlands, was established in …
