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Big Fun on the Bio

Join the Highlands Biological Foundation for a Cajun celebration on Sunday, October 2, where a group of Highlands residents are hosting Highlands on the Half-Shell” in the amphitheater behind the Nature Center to support the Highlands Biological Station.  Feast on steamed oysters and gumbo under a canopy of flame-colored leaves while enjoying the energetic tunes of Asheville’s Firecracker Jazz Band.  …

Cruise-in to Fall

Did you know Sky Valley, with an average elevation of 3,500 feet, is the highest incorporated city in Georgia?   With its country club, athletic center, public golf course, hiking trails, and gorgeous waterfall, it’s no wonder so many people have chosen to call this area home.  Many events are scheduled throughout the year, but one of the most anticipated …

Highlands Food & Wine

It’s hard to imagine that it’s already time to start making your fall and winter plans, but there are certain events that you need to get on your calendar early so that you’re sure not to miss the fun.  Highlands Food and Wine Festival (formerly Highlands Culinary Weekend) is one such event, so get the red marker out now and …


Run It for the Fun of It

Sign up now for the Rotary Club of Highlands’ Twilight 5k, held August 20, at 6:00 P.M.   Yes, it’s a race but it’s also an outdoor event for the entire family.  Walkers and families with strollers are encouraged to participate and yet the course is challenging enough for faster runners.  There will be live music throughout the evening so …

Set Faces to Stun

If you’re a follower of cosmic events, mark this on your calendar – next year’s calendar.    The Highlands-Cashiers Plateau is one of the few places in North Carolina where you can witness an extremely rare celestial phenomenon a total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017. Towns in Jackson and Macon Counties are in the direct path of The Great American …

Highlands Own Arts & Crafts Show

August marks the ebbing of summer with the anticipation of the coming fall season.   Most of us have heeded the siren call of at least one arts and crafts show, maybe more, because who can resist the chance to see all those carefully handcrafted items in one place?   For many craft show aficionados, autumn is the true start …


Labor Day Art Show

The Village Green in Cashiers will be filled with more than 80 premier artisans from throughout the Southeast as the 7th Annual Cashiers Labor Day Arts and Crafts Show kicks off on Saturday, September 3, and continues throughout the day on Sunday, September 4.    This year’s event sports a new name, “Art for a Cause.”  Sponsored by the Rotary …

Village Square Art Show

Looking to escape the summer heat?  At an elevation of 4,118 feet, Highlands is the place to be. Looking for mountain-made crafts and art?  The Village Square Art & Craft Show is the place to go.  Whether you live in Highlands or are just visiting, you won’t want to miss the opportunity to shop for high quality art and crafts the …

Black Tie and Blue Jeans

On September 10 at 8:00 P.M. The Episcopal Church of the Incarnation in Highlands is presenting a Black Tie and Blue Jeans concert by renowned pianist Robert Henry.   As an educator, Henry presents lectures, master classes, youth concerts, and has been featured in American Music Teacher, Gramophone, and Clavier. He has served as recitalist, clinician, and juror for state, regional, …


Rise and Shine for Highlands

August is here and it’s time to party!   Rise and Shine and put on your dancing shoes.  The 2nd Annual Rise and Shine celebration is scheduled for 6:30 P.M. on August 7 at The Bascom. Mark your calendars for an evening of cocktails, barbecue, and dancing music. The evening will be full of enjoyment starting with cocktails, then a delicious barbecue …

Summer Festival

What does being a Scaly Mountain resident mean?  Are we that little community half way between going up or down the hill?   Heck no!  Ask anyone from Scaly Mountain what it means to live in this great community and he or she will burst with pride. Y’all are invited to take part in our annual Summer Festival on Saturday …

Hope Lives Here

On August 5, hundreds of Highlanders will join together at the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Highlands to help save more lives from cancer.   The event will take place from 6:00 PM to 12:00 PM at the Highlands Rec Park.  Entertainment will be provided by Hurricane Creek, Jay Drummonds, and many more. There will also be a Cancer …