An unlikely confluence of natural treasures, events, and quirky personalities created the endlessly surprising Highlands community that continues to beguile.
Though her attention is clearly focused on the busy year ahead, Sue takes a few moments to cast her gaze to the early days of this magazine and her plunge into painting.
For Delaine and Steve Mehder, their differences have somehow led to an abiding complementary love that will not be denied.
“To say that The Laurel Magazine is an instrumental influence to our arts community would be a huge understatement. They feature art on each cover, and have since their first issue 20 years ago.” – Mary Adair Trumbly, Executive Director of the Highlands Performing Arts Center.
The Greystone Inn’s Lakeside Dining Room has earned international honors with Opentable.com’s Diner’s Choice Award. To evaluate the wisdom of this honor, make reservations for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch, visit greystoneinn.com.
“A Jug of Wine, A Loaf of Bread and Thou” – somehow the 11th century’s Omar Khayyam predicted the vibrant spirit of Bear Shadow’s Wine, Women and Song, 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. Saturday, April 30, at Skyline Lodge. To reserve your spot, visit bearshadownc.com.
The Fix Restaurant, Bar & Lounge, located at 3093 US 64 East in Sapphire, arrives in this quiet community as an exclamation point for food and fun and conversation. You can learn more at thefixsapphire.com, but you really should stop in.
The arrival of Brunch at Oak Steakhouse at Skyline Lodge is a cause for celebration. Reservations are a must – (828) 482-4720.
Dave Ferrell’s chainsaw wizardry draws magical figures from ordinary blocks of wood.
Take a closer look at the artistry and profound mystery embedded within our Mase Lucas covers.
