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January 1 - March 31

Laurel Magazine Annual Winter Photo Cover Contest

Ongoing
January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

The Bascom 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands
9:00 am
March 26 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Sunday Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Cashiers Valley Fusion 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers
10:00 am
March 26 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

11:00 am
March 26 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

11AM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

12:00 pm
March 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Bluegrass Brunch at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern

Highlander Mountain House 270 Main St, Highlands
1:00 pm
March 26 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

1:30PM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

6:00 pm
March 26 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Music Bingo with DJ Mox at The Ugly Dog Pub

The Ugly Dog Pub - Highlands 294 S 4th St, Highlands
All Day
January 1 - March 31

Laurel Magazine Annual Winter Photo Cover Contest

Ongoing
January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

The Bascom 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands
9:00 am
March 27 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Feel Good Vinyasa Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Cashiers Valley Fusion 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers
10:00 am
March 27 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

March 27 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Highlands Food Pantry

Highlands United Methodist Church 315 Main St, Highlands
March 27 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Gentle Yoga Flow at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Cashiers Valley Fusion 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers
2:00 pm
March 27 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Crushing PD at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Cashiers Valley Fusion 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers
5:00 pm
March 27 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Vin/Yin Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Cashiers Valley Fusion 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers
6:00 pm
March 27 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

English Language Learners at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

All Day
January 1 - March 31

Laurel Magazine Annual Winter Photo Cover Contest

Ongoing
January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

The Bascom 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands
7:00 am
March 28 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am

Rise & Shine Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Cashiers Valley Fusion 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers
9:00 am
March 28 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Warm Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Cashiers Valley Fusion 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers
10:00 am
March 28 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

March 28 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Highlands Food Pantry

Highlands United Methodist Church 315 Main St, Highlands
12:00 pm
March 28 @ 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Sip & Savor Tuesdays at Half-Mile Farm

Half-Mile Farm at Old Edwards 214 Half Mile Dr, Highlands
4:00 pm
March 28 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Grub for Good at Whiteside Brewing Company

Whiteside Brewing Company 128 NC-107, Cashiers
March 28 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Good for Grub at Whiteside Brewing Company

Whiteside Brewing Company 128 NC-107, Cashiers
6:00 pm
March 28 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

English Language Learners at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

All Day
January 1 - March 31

Laurel Magazine Annual Winter Photo Cover Contest

March 29

Vietnam Era Veterans Roll Call with Highlands American Legion Post 370

Ongoing
January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

The Bascom 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands
9:00 am
March 29 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Mat Pilates at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Cashiers Valley Fusion 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers
10:00 am
March 29 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

March 29 @ 10:30 am

Family Storytime at Hudson Library

Hudson Library 554 Main St, Highlands
11:00 am
March 29 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Movement for Parkinson’s at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Cashiers Valley Fusion 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers
6:00 pm
nitrograss_saturdays-on-pine-highlands-nc
March 29 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Bluegrass Wednesday at The Ugly Dog Pub

The Ugly Dog Pub - Highlands 294 S 4th St, Highlands
All Day
January 1 - March 31

Laurel Magazine Annual Winter Photo Cover Contest

Ongoing
January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

The Bascom 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands
7:00 am
March 30 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am

Rise & Shine Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Cashiers Valley Fusion 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers
8:00 am
March 30 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

HMF:“High Octane” Casual Car Show at Kelsey Hutchinson Park

9:00 am
March 30 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Balance & Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Cashiers Valley Fusion 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers
10:00 am
March 30 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

March 30 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Highlands Food Pantry

Highlands United Methodist Church 315 Main St, Highlands
11:00 am
The Bookworm interior Highlands NC
March 30 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Bookworm Open

The Bookworm 555 Main Street, Highlands
7:00 pm
High Dive Lounge Area Highlands NC
March 30 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Thursday Night Trivia at The High Dive

The High Dive 476 Carolina Way, Highlands
All Day
January 1 - March 31

Laurel Magazine Annual Winter Photo Cover Contest

Ongoing
January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

The Bascom 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands
10:00 am
March 31 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

11:00 am
March 31 @ 11:00 am

Community Coffee with Mayor Taylor at Hudson Library

Hudson Library 554 Main St, Highlands
March 31 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

11AM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

The Bookworm interior Highlands NC
March 31 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Bookworm Open

The Bookworm 555 Main Street, Highlands
12:00 pm
March 31 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Bazaar Barn Second Location

Bazaar Barn 118 US Hwy 64 W, Cashiers
1:00 pm
March 31 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

1:30PM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

5:00 pm
March 31 @ 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Live Music at Hummingbird Lounge

Old Edwards Inn and Spa 445 Main Street, Highlands
Ongoing
January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

The Bascom 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands
9:00 am
April 1 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Vinyasa Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Cashiers Valley Fusion 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers
10:00 am
April 1 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

11:00 am
April 1 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

11AM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

The Bookworm interior Highlands NC
April 1 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Bookworm Open

The Bookworm 555 Main Street, Highlands
12:00 pm
April 1 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Bazaar Barn Second Location

Bazaar Barn 118 US Hwy 64 W, Cashiers
April 1 @ 12:30 pm

MET: Falstaff at Highlands PAC

Highlands PAC 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands
1:00 pm
April 1 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

1:30PM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

5:00 pm
April 1 @ 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Live Music at Hummingbird Lounge

Old Edwards Inn and Spa 445 Main Street, Highlands
9:00 pm
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April 1 @ 9:30 pm

Live music at The High Dive

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January 1 - March 31

Laurel Magazine Annual Winter Photo Cover Contest

Laurel Magazine Annual Winter Photo Cover Contest

January 1 - March 31

Laurel Magazine Annual Winter Photo Cover Contest

Vote Daily through March 31!
The Laurel Magazine’s annual winter photo competition is your chance to become the cover artist of our 2024 Winter Edition. Each year we look forward to seeing everyone’s magical winter photos as you vote for your favorites. 

January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

The Bascom Winter Resident Artist Program, better known as the W.R.A.P., calls on Students or Faculty from the surrounding universities to submit site-specific installation proposals for The Bascom’s unique and beautiful Thompson Gallery.

January 1 - March 31

Laurel Magazine Annual Winter Photo Cover Contest

January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

January 1 - March 31

Laurel Magazine Annual Winter Photo Cover Contest

January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

January 1 - March 31

Laurel Magazine Annual Winter Photo Cover Contest

January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

March 29

Vietnam Era Veterans Roll Call with Highlands American Legion Post 370

Vietnam Era Veterans Roll Call with Highlands American Legion Post 370

March 29

Vietnam Era Veterans Roll Call with Highlands American Legion Post 370

To commemorate The 50th anniversary of the Vietnam war the local American Legion Post will hold an event recognizing this milestone.

Details will be published in the local newspapers, the American Legion Post 370 Facebook page, official website and other local media outlets. Please standby.

Area Vietnam veterans and veteran’s families interested in adding their names to the list of other local Vietnam veterans can email their service information to [email protected] or mail that information to:

American Legion Post 370

PO Box 406
Highlands, NC 28741

January 1 - March 31

Laurel Magazine Annual Winter Photo Cover Contest

January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

January 1 - March 31

Laurel Magazine Annual Winter Photo Cover Contest

January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

January 21 @ 12:00 am - April 8 @ 12:00 pm

W.R.A.P. – 2022-2023

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9:30 am - 10:30 am

Sunday Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

March 26 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Sunday Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Close the weekend out with a moderately paced vinyasa flow that will infuse breath, body and mind for inspiring clarity, flexibility, focus, awareness, balance and strength.

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

March 26 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

Emergence celebrates the role of teaching and mentoring in artistic development, highlighting works by faculty mentors their students. The 34 pairs of artists presented in this exhibition represent 20 institutions of higher education from the Southeast. Their works represent a wide variety of approaches to subject matter, innovative use of materials, and mastery of traditional mediums being taught and practiced in contemporary studio programs.

A free public reception will be held Thursday, February 23 at 5pm at The Bascom to celebrate our winter exhibitions.

11:00 am - 12:30 pm

11AM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

March 26 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

11AM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas at Earthshine Lodge! Hikers will learn about our famous llamas’ interesting histories and how to safely handle the animals before heading out on a hike with gorgeous mountaintop views on our private trails.

12:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Bluegrass Brunch at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern

March 26 @ 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Bluegrass Brunch at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern

Come enjoy great eats and tunes at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern.

Steady Hand String Band is an old time Appalachian string band focused on rip roaring fiddle tunes, old country classics, and your favorite hits from the 1800s. Steady Hand began in Charleston, SC, where they honed their traditional sound.

Their passion for reviving traditional music is matched by a young, dynamic energy that breathes new life into classic tunes once played throughout the southern Appalachian region.

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

1:30PM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

March 26 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

1:30PM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas at Earthshine Lodge!

Hikers will learn about our famous llamas’ interesting histories and how to safely handle the animals before heading out on a hike with gorgeous mountaintop views on our private trails.

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Music Bingo with DJ Mox at The Ugly Dog Pub

March 26 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Music Bingo with DJ Mox at The Ugly Dog Pub

Test your bingo skills and music knowledge with this fun, high energy take on a classic game. Always free to play and you can win house cash.

Enjoy a fun evening with cash prizes - while testing your music knowledge - every Sunday at The Dog! 

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Feel Good Vinyasa Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

March 27 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Feel Good Vinyasa Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Join for a sweet flow will that will tone, strengthen and stretch your body all while relaxing your mind and connecting to your heart.

This is a softer, nurturing, slow-paced, well supported and relaxing practice. Great for yoga students of all levels as well as gym goers, runners, bikers, golfers, yoga flow-ers and anyone looking to simply relax, unwind, and let go of stress and tension in the body and mind.

Class is currently limited to 15 people and online registration is required

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

March 27 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

Emergence celebrates the role of teaching and mentoring in artistic development, highlighting works by faculty mentors their students. The 34 pairs of artists presented in this exhibition represent 20 institutions of higher education from the Southeast. Their works represent a wide variety of approaches to subject matter, innovative use of materials, and mastery of traditional mediums being taught and practiced in contemporary studio programs.

A free public reception will be held Thursday, February 23 at 5pm at The Bascom to celebrate our winter exhibitions.

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Highlands Food Pantry

March 27 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Highlands Food Pantry

In partnership with the Highlands United Methodist Church and the MANNA FoodBank, the Highlands Food Pantry provides food assistance to residents of Highlands and the surrounding communities.

If you are experiencing financial hardship and are food-insecure, we strongly encourage you to visit the Highlands Food Pantry.

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Gentle Yoga Flow at Cashiers Valley Fusion

March 27 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Gentle Yoga Flow at Cashiers Valley Fusion

A gentle, yet effective approach to yoga that focuses on increasing flexibility and balance for transformation at any age. Good for all levels, including beginners and anyone who hasn't practiced in a while. This class is a wonderful opportunity to honor your unique body.

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Crushing PD at Cashiers Valley Fusion

March 27 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Crushing PD at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Parkinson's Classes

Moderate intensity exercise designed to slow motor deterioration, improve cognitive function & improve balance and reaction time.

Level 1,2.

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Vin/Yin Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

March 27 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Vin/Yin Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

A gentle blend of Vinyasa Flow and Yin Yoga, this class explores the energies of yang and yin to create more balance and harmony for the mind and body. 
 
Each student is encouraged to move slowly with awareness. The Vinyasa portion of the practice links slow to moderate movement to the breath and is designed to warm the body in preparation for the Yin portion which includes holding poses for 2-5 minutes. The Yin poses allow the connective tissues, muscles and more to stretch slowly to create more space internally.

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

English Language Learners at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

March 27 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

English Language Learners at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

Building on last year's success, our English Language Learners classes will resume on February 27th at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd.

Classes will run Mondays and Tuesdays, 6 pm to 8 pm and will include dinner and childcare for students and their families.

There are three learning levels: Beginner, Level I, and Level II. The classes are facilitated by trained faculty with experience teaching English to non-native speakers.

7:00 am - 8:00 am

Rise & Shine Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

March 28 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am

Rise & Shine Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Wake up the body and mind with this energizing Hatha Flow practice that improves circulation, balance and mindfulness. Benefits include flexibility, balance, strength, and focus, inside and out. A great way to start your day!

This class is suitable for LEVELS 1, 2 and 3 of yoga practitioners. We recommend students new to yoga begin with our Beginner and Level 1 classes first to establish comfort and familiarity of the basics of yoga before moving into any mixed level class.

Online registration required and class is limited to 15 people.

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Warm Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

March 28 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Warm Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Breathe, move, sweat and connect! Stoked by yogic breathing techniques, the internal heat of the body couples well with the external heat of the room to allow you the opportunity to drop a little deeper into your practice.

Each pose creates an opportunity to transform and grow without sacrificing the integrity of Yoga's mind, body, breath relationship.

Warm Flow Yoga class is taught in a heated room of 80-85 degrees. This is NOT hot yoga which is 90-115 degrees.

This class is suited for level 1, 2 and 3 students.  Modifications and enhancements are offered as needed so everyone in the class is able to work at their own level comfortably.  This class is not suited for beginners. 

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

March 28 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

Emergence celebrates the role of teaching and mentoring in artistic development, highlighting works by faculty mentors their students. The 34 pairs of artists presented in this exhibition represent 20 institutions of higher education from the Southeast. Their works represent a wide variety of approaches to subject matter, innovative use of materials, and mastery of traditional mediums being taught and practiced in contemporary studio programs.

A free public reception will be held Thursday, February 23 at 5pm at The Bascom to celebrate our winter exhibitions.

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Highlands Food Pantry

March 28 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Highlands Food Pantry

In partnership with the Highlands United Methodist Church and the MANNA FoodBank, the Highlands Food Pantry provides food assistance to residents of Highlands and the surrounding communities.

If you are experiencing financial hardship and are food-insecure, we strongly encourage you to visit the Highlands Food Pantry.

12:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Sip & Savor Tuesdays at Half-Mile Farm

March 28 @ 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Sip & Savor Tuesdays at Half-Mile Farm

Stay at Half-Mile Farm by Old Edwards and take a bite out of your Winter doldrums during Sip & Savor Tuesdays.

Enjoy Cooking and Cocktail Classes at Half Mile Farm on Tuesdays!

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Grub for Good at Whiteside Brewing Company

March 28 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Grub for Good at Whiteside Brewing Company

Come on out to Whiteside Brewing Company for some Grub that’s benefiting the Good on the Plateau! Every Tuesday in March & April from 4pm-7pm, they will donate 10% of sales to a partnering organization. March 28 benefiting Summit Charter School.

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Good for Grub at Whiteside Brewing Company

March 28 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Good for Grub at Whiteside Brewing Company

Come on out to Whiteside Brewing Company for some Grub that’s benefiting the Good on the Plateau! 

Every Tuesday in March & April from 4pm-7pm, they will donate 10% of sales to a partnering organization. 

March 28 will be benefiting Summit Charter School.

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

English Language Learners at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

March 28 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

English Language Learners at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

Building on last year's success, our English Language Learners classes will resume on February 27th at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd.

Classes will run Mondays and Tuesdays, 6 pm to 8 pm and will include dinner and childcare for students and their families.

There are three learning levels: Beginner, Level I, and Level II. The classes are facilitated by trained faculty with experience teaching English to non-native speakers.

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Mat Pilates at Cashiers Valley Fusion

March 29 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Mat Pilates at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Strengthen your core, tone the body, build more flexibility and improve posture in this group Pilates class, open to all skill levels. This is a mat class with a focus on the basic Pilates principles and may use props such as the Magic Circle or balls.

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

March 29 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

Emergence celebrates the role of teaching and mentoring in artistic development, highlighting works by faculty mentors their students. The 34 pairs of artists presented in this exhibition represent 20 institutions of higher education from the Southeast. Their works represent a wide variety of approaches to subject matter, innovative use of materials, and mastery of traditional mediums being taught and practiced in contemporary studio programs.

A free public reception will be held Thursday, February 23 at 5pm at The Bascom to celebrate our winter exhibitions.

10:30 am

Family Storytime at Hudson Library

March 29 @ 10:30 am

Family Storytime at Hudson Library

Join us for stories, music, and movement at Family Storytime, every Thursday morning.

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Movement for Parkinson’s at Cashiers Valley Fusion

March 29 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Movement for Parkinson’s at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Parkinson's Classes

Stretching, balance, mobility and strength training.

All levels. Students can participate on their feet or in a chair.

Both classes taught by a fellow PWP

6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Bluegrass Wednesday at The Ugly Dog Pub

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March 29 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Bluegrass Wednesday at The Ugly Dog Pub

Bluegrass Wednesday with Nitrograss is back at The Ugly Dog!

7:00 am - 8:00 am

Rise & Shine Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

March 30 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 am

Rise & Shine Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Wake up the body and mind with this energizing Hatha Flow practice that improves circulation, balance and mindfulness. Benefits include flexibility, balance, strength, and focus, inside and out. A great way to start your day!

This class is suitable for LEVELS 1, 2 and 3 of yoga practitioners. We recommend students new to yoga begin with our Beginner and Level 1 classes first to establish comfort and familiarity of the basics of yoga before moving into any mixed level class.

Online registration required and class is limited to 15 people.

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

HMF:“High Octane” Casual Car Show at Kelsey Hutchinson Park

March 30 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

HMF:“High Octane” Casual Car Show at Kelsey Hutchinson Park

Winding up a perfect Highlands Motoring Festival weekend is a second car show, the annual “High Octane” Casual Car Show.

All vehicles are welcome at this more casual event. Cars of any age are invited – there is no registration, entry fee or judging.

Old and new friends will find this the opportunity to exchange contact information, tell one more story, make plans for HMF2024, and bid each other a fond farewell.

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Balance & Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

March 30 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Balance & Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Enjoy a warming flow of postures to strengthen and tone the breath, body and mind. This class will include postures that will challenge you physically, create awareness, release tension, and open shoulders, hips and spine for more flexible movement and overall well-being.

Modifications are offered for a safe and fun practice.

This class is suitable for LEVELS 1, 2 and 3 of yoga practitioners. We recommend students new to yoga begin with our Beginner and Level 1 classes first to establish comfort and familiarity of the basics of yoga before moving into any mixed level class.

Class is limited to 15 people and online registration is required.

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

March 30 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

Emergence celebrates the role of teaching and mentoring in artistic development, highlighting works by faculty mentors their students. The 34 pairs of artists presented in this exhibition represent 20 institutions of higher education from the Southeast. Their works represent a wide variety of approaches to subject matter, innovative use of materials, and mastery of traditional mediums being taught and practiced in contemporary studio programs.

A free public reception will be held Thursday, February 23 at 5pm at The Bascom to celebrate our winter exhibitions.

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Highlands Food Pantry

March 30 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Highlands Food Pantry

In partnership with the Highlands United Methodist Church and the MANNA FoodBank, the Highlands Food Pantry provides food assistance to residents of Highlands and the surrounding communities.

If you are experiencing financial hardship and are food-insecure, we strongly encourage you to visit the Highlands Food Pantry.

11:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Bookworm Open

The Bookworm interior Highlands NC
March 30 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Bookworm Open

Known as the “Cheers” of Bookstores, the Bookworm in Highlands is affiliated with the Hudson Library: all books are donated; all staff are volunteers; and all funds go to help support the library. More than a retail store, we are a community service offering carefully sorted donated books to provide the best quality at a used bookstore price.

7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Thursday Night Trivia at The High Dive

High Dive Lounge Area Highlands NC
March 30 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Thursday Night Trivia at The High Dive

Enjoy Trivia night at The High Dive in Highlands on Thursdays!

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

March 31 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

Emergence celebrates the role of teaching and mentoring in artistic development, highlighting works by faculty mentors their students. The 34 pairs of artists presented in this exhibition represent 20 institutions of higher education from the Southeast. Their works represent a wide variety of approaches to subject matter, innovative use of materials, and mastery of traditional mediums being taught and practiced in contemporary studio programs.

A free public reception will be held Thursday, February 23 at 5pm at The Bascom to celebrate our winter exhibitions.

11:00 am

Community Coffee with Mayor Taylor at Hudson Library

March 31 @ 11:00 am

Community Coffee with Mayor Taylor at Hudson Library

Community Coffee with Mayor Taylor, a joint endeavor by Hudson Library and the Town of Highlands, is held on the last Friday of each month from March through October at Hudson Library. Every month Mayor Taylor, regularly joined by guest speakers, offers information about topics of interest to the entire Highlands community.

11:00 am - 12:30 pm

11AM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

March 31 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

11AM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas at Earthshine Lodge! Hikers will learn about our famous llamas’ interesting histories and how to safely handle the animals before heading out on a hike with gorgeous mountaintop views on our private trails.

11:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Bookworm Open

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March 31 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Bookworm Open

Known as the “Cheers” of Bookstores, the Bookworm in Highlands is affiliated with the Hudson Library: all books are donated; all staff are volunteers; and all funds go to help support the library. More than a retail store, we are a community service offering carefully sorted donated books to provide the best quality at a used bookstore price.

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Bazaar Barn Second Location

March 31 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Bazaar Barn Second Location

Visit the Bazaar Barn's second location Fridays and Saturdays at 1846 107N, across from Blue Ridge School.

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

1:30PM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

March 31 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

1:30PM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas at Earthshine Lodge!

Hikers will learn about our famous llamas’ interesting histories and how to safely handle the animals before heading out on a hike with gorgeous mountaintop views on our private trails.

5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Live Music at Hummingbird Lounge

March 31 @ 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Live Music at Hummingbird Lounge

Plush easy chairs, sofas, and antique bistro tables invite you to sit back and embrace the carefree ambiance surrounding you. Live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night.

9:30 am - 10:30 am

Vinyasa Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

April 1 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Vinyasa Flow Yoga at Cashiers Valley Fusion

Accessible for all levels of practitioners this moderately paced Hatha Flow practice of flowing movement linked with breath offers challenges and intensity with modifications and variations in order to meet each practitioner at his or her skill level.

We recommend students new to yoga begin with our Beginner and Level 1 classes first to establish comfort and familiarity of the basics of yoga before moving into a vinyasa flow class or any other mixed level class.

Class is limited to 15 people and online registration is required.

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

April 1 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Emergence: A Survey of Southeastern Studio Programs 2023 at The Bascom

Emergence celebrates the role of teaching and mentoring in artistic development, highlighting works by faculty mentors their students. The 34 pairs of artists presented in this exhibition represent 20 institutions of higher education from the Southeast. Their works represent a wide variety of approaches to subject matter, innovative use of materials, and mastery of traditional mediums being taught and practiced in contemporary studio programs.

A free public reception will be held Thursday, February 23 at 5pm at The Bascom to celebrate our winter exhibitions.

11:00 am - 12:30 pm

11AM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

April 1 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

11AM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas at Earthshine Lodge! Hikers will learn about our famous llamas’ interesting histories and how to safely handle the animals before heading out on a hike with gorgeous mountaintop views on our private trails.

11:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Bookworm Open

The Bookworm interior Highlands NC
April 1 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Bookworm Open

Known as the “Cheers” of Bookstores, the Bookworm in Highlands is affiliated with the Hudson Library: all books are donated; all staff are volunteers; and all funds go to help support the library. More than a retail store, we are a community service offering carefully sorted donated books to provide the best quality at a used bookstore price.

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Bazaar Barn Second Location

April 1 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Bazaar Barn Second Location

Visit the Bazaar Barn's second location Fridays and Saturdays at 1846 107N, across from Blue Ridge School.

12:30 pm

MET: Falstaff at Highlands PAC

April 1 @ 12:30 pm

MET: Falstaff at Highlands PAC

Verdi’s glorious Shakespearean comedy features a brilliant ensemble cast in Robert Carsen’s celebrated staging. Baritone Michael Volle sings his first Verdi role at the Met as the caddish knight Falstaff, gleefully tormented by a trio of clever women who deliver his comeuppance.

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

1:30PM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

April 1 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

1:30PM Llama Hike Experience at Earthshine Lodge

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas at Earthshine Lodge!

Hikers will learn about our famous llamas’ interesting histories and how to safely handle the animals before heading out on a hike with gorgeous mountaintop views on our private trails.

5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Live Music at Hummingbird Lounge

April 1 @ 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Live Music at Hummingbird Lounge

Plush easy chairs, sofas, and antique bistro tables invite you to sit back and embrace the carefree ambiance surrounding you. Live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night.

9:30 pm

Live music at The High Dive

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April 1 @ 9:30 pm

Live music at The High Dive

Enjoy music by DJ Jimmy Shur at The High Dive Saturday evenings starting at 9:30 PM

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