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Snag a Brag Bag

What do you think of when you hear Designer Purse Bingo? A chance to win fabulous purses? An opportunity to raise funds for a worthy cause?  It’s all of that and more fun than you can imagine when Burlingame Country Club hosts its annual event benefiting T. C. Henderson Elementary School in Lake Toxaway. Held this year on Tuesday, August …

Rails & Tales

At the end of the 19th Century, and the beginning of the 20th, rail expansion into Western North Carolina transformed the region.  Previously relying on subsistence agriculture, the economy of WNC began to revolve around lumber, tourism and mining. Without the innovation and use of railroads, the Plateau would not be what it is today.    On Thursday, June 20, …

Awesome Camp for Awesome Kids

Come on, kids, it’s time to take a chance and do something dramatic. And Highlands has the perfect setting to do just that. Dive into theater games, acting, singing, dance, costuming, stage direction, theater basics, and so much more. Highlands Playhouse Managing Director Lance Matzke says, “We’re very excited to bring our Theater Summer Camp back this year and help …


Sapphire Valley Craft Festival

Sapphire Valley Resort kicks off its 2019 Craft Festival Season with its first show on June 22 and 23 from 10:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. at the field adjacent to the Sapphire Valley Community Center and Recreation Center.  Parking and admission are free. These craft shows are an event not to be missed, as the activities include not only an …

Highlands’ Patriotic Finest

As holidays go, the Fourth of July rivals Christmas in terms of anticipation and enjoyment. There’s just something about looking forward to a hot July day when the possibilities for fun with friends and family are endless.  Toss in the immense pride in the red, white and blue and there you have the perfect recipe for the perfect day. Highlands …

Kudos for Kitchens

The Laurel Garden Club presents its biennial Kitchen Tour on Saturday, August 17, in Highlands.  Tour some of Highlands’ most exciting and elegant kitchens in Highlands Falls Country Club.  Each of the kitchens feature state-of-the-art appliances, beautiful architecture and intuitive design. Laurel Garden Club members will greet you at the homes and be available to tell you about the history …


Diane’s your Cuppa Tea

Remember the tea parties you used to have with your dolls and stuffed bears? Sipping imaginary tea from pink plastic cups, wearing your best dress-up dress and lacy gloves?    Even the men reading this probably remember rolling their eyes while being held against their will at the too-small table in their sister’s room. On June 15 from 2:00 to …

Humane Heroes

The eighth annual signature fundraising event in Highlands for the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society officially starts the social season on the Plateau!   The evening features a fantastic mountain-themed dinner and auction combined with the naming of the prestigious CHHS Humane Heroes of the Year.  Bark, Beer & Barbeque is Thursday, June 20, at The Farm at Old Edwards.  Enjoy a …

Low Country Shrimp Boil

Over the past few years, the residents of Highlands have been watching Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park slowly materialize in the heart of town on Pine Street.  It was completed in April 2017, featuring a stage pavilion, amphitheater, restrooms, an interactive fountain, a Little Free Library and the ice rink in the winter. In addition to annual color, Friends of Founders Park …


Get to Groovin’

The Village Green has unveiled the 2019 season of the Friday night summer concert series, Groovin’ On the Green.  The music is always good, the program varied with blankets and chairs all around the event lawn with happy people and their dogs. That’s what Groovin’ is all about. Great music in a stunning venue in the beautiful weather. This year …

Pots on the Green

When you think of fine art, it’s typically painting or sculpture that come to mind. You might not think pottery would fit under the label of “fine art,” but its association with practicality is misleading. The craftsmanship that goes into each bowl, platter and lantern rivals that of the most talented painter.  On June 22 and 23, join The Village …

Fireworks Extravaganza

Celebrate America’s birthday in Cashiers when The Village Green presents the seventh annual Fireworks Extravaganza On the Green, beginning at 6:30 P.M. Friday, July 5, at The Village Green Commons.    Residents and visitors to the area are invited to dine, play and dance the night away. The spectacular evening entertainment features a concert by the rhythm and blues band …