What To Do This Week on Our Mountain Paradise
Monday, November 18 - Sunday, November 24
Highlands Ice Skating Rink Opens
Thursday, November 21 | 3:30pm
Winter 2024-2025 Schedule:
Thursday 3:30-8:00pm; Friday 3:30-10pm; Saturday 1-1pm; Sunday 1-5pm
Thanksgiving Schedule:
Monday, November 25-Wednesday, November from 1-8pm, Closed Thanksgiving Day. Open on Friday, November 29 and Saturday, November 30 1:00-10:00pm and Sunday, December 1st 1-5pm.
Movies at PAC: Small Things Like These
Friday, November 22 | 2 & 5:30pm
Sunday, November 24 | 5:30pm
In 1985, Bill Furlong, a devoted father, uncovers disturbing secrets at the local convent; as he investigates, he discovers shocking truths about his own past and life.
Carolina Concert Series
at Trailborn
Thursday, November 21 | 5pm
Each week load up on craft beers, wine, and snacks from our retail market and enjoy live music in our backyard. Open to the public.
Thanksgiving Arrangement Class At Cosmos Flowers
Thursday, November 21 | 5:30pm
Join in next Thursday, November 21st! Build the perfect arrangement for your table!
Salon Series: BJ Barham
Thursday, November 21 | 8:30pm
Our Salon Series happens in our Ruffed Grouse Tavern space at the Highlander Mountain House Hotel. Make dinner reservations before the show during service hours 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm if you choose, then enjoy an incredible music performance by BJ Barham of American Aquarium. Parking available on the property or street behind HMH. Seating for the show is first come first serve.
Mushroom Log Inoculation
Friday, November 22 | 10am-2:30pm
During this workshop, participants will hike a short distance and learn the basics of mushroom log inoculation; including 3 different inoculation methods, what instruments are necessary depending on the inoculation method, and the ideal mushroom strains for our ecoregion.
Live Music at The Local
Fri.-Sat., November 22-23 | 5-8pm
Enjoy live music at The Local in Glenville.
Friday- Scott Stetson
Saturday- Karen Clardy
MET Live: Tosca
Saturday, November 23 | 1pm
Extraordinary Norwegian soprano Lise Davidsen stars as the passionate title diva in David McVicar’s thrilling production, transmitted live from the Metropolitan Opera stage to cinemas on November 23. British-Italian tenor Freddie De Tommaso makes his eagerly anticipated company debut as Tosca’s revolutionary lover, Cavaradossi, and powerhouse American baritone Quinn Kelsey is the sadistic chief of police Scarpia.
Beach Glass Christmas Tree Workshop
Saturday, November 23 | 1-3pm
You will be able to select your color choice from a variety of beach glass colors. You will also be provided with a selection of ornaments and toppers. And you will receive a string of led lights to wrap around and light your tree up! Or you can create a Grinchy tree! Green beach glass, led lights and a red bulb to complete the look! First glass of wine included.
Holiday Market Reception and Wine Tasting
Saturday, November 23 | 2-4pm
Join us for an afternoon of shopping while enjoying a delightful wine tasting. In addition to finding that perfect gift, visit the Santa Letter Writing Station, and let the kids get creative with Make-and-Take Ornaments in the SmART Space. Don’t forget to snap a memory at our festive photo selfie station!
Darren Nicholson Band
at Highlands PAC
Saturday, November 23 | 7:30pm
Darren Nicholson has taken his own brand of mountain music around the world. A regular for years on the Grand Ole Opry out of Nashville Tennessee, and a founding member of acclaimed bluegrass group Balsam Range.
The Bascom's Holiday Market
November - December
Join us for The Bascom’s Holiday Market, where our space transforms into a festive wonderland! Discover unique, handcrafted gifts perfect for everyone on your list, and celebrate the season with a variety of holiday-themed workshops for both children and adults. Create lasting memories, enjoy special events, and embrace the joy of the holidays at The Bascom.
Read the November Laurel
Discover the shows to see, where to shop, stay & dine, who to know, places to go…and the magic that is the plateau in the new issue of Laurel!
Community Coat Drive
through March 15
Coat donations needed for our kids on the Highlands Cashiers Plateau through March 15. Donation boxes for new and gently used coats are located throughout Highlands. Powered by Mountaintop Rotary and Highlands Emergency Council.
Open and Ready
to Welcome You!
With Highway 106 (Dillard Road) being closed between Osage Overlook and Turtle Pond Road, remember that businesses located on Hwy. 106 – in Highlands and in Scaly Mountain – are open and ready to welcome you! Stop in and say Hi :-)
Enjoy These Ongoing Events Every Week
Studio Alive at The Bascom
Mondays | 9:30am - 1pm
Figure Drawing Open Studio for Artists of every skill level in any medium
Bluegrass Wednesdays at The Ugly Dog
Wednesdays | 6pm
Bluegrass Wednesday with Nitrograss is back at The Ugly Dog!
Highlander Mountain House &
The Ruffed Grouse Tavern
Lunch: Wed .- Sat., 11am- 3pm; Dinner: Wed.- Sat., 5:30- 9pm; Bluegrass Brunch: 10am- 3pm, Sundays (Sunday music is 10:30-12:30) ; Blues Music: 6- 8pm - Thursdays.; Live Music on the Patio: 1-3 pm - Saturdays.
Lobby Coffee Bar at Outpost Inn
Daily | 8am-11am
Come in from 8am - 11am to start your day with some really good vibes brought to you by methodicalcoffee, homemade banana bread (free with purchase), classic vinyl, cozy seating to lounge/read/work and tons of sunlight or a crackling fire on a rainy day (or maybe all the above
Live Music at Hummingbird Lounge
Fridays and Saturdays
Enjoy hand-crafted cocktails, wine, and craft beer - and live music beginning at 5:30pm.
Weekly Yoga Classes & Wellness Services
Yoga, Salt Room, Full-Spectrum Infrared Sauna, Reiki, Massage, Skin Care/Facials, Monthly Journal Classes, Life Coaching, Sound Healing, Parkinson's Classes, Wellness Events, and Bungalow Boutique.
Mark Your Calendar For These Upcoming Events
Choose and Cut at Chimney Pond Farm
Wednesday, November 27 -
Friday, December 6
Choose And Cut is back and better than ever! During our kickoff weekend from Wednesday November 27th- December 1st we will have Live Local Music, Santa, Petting Zoo, Magic Show, Bounce House and food provided by Happs’s new food truck!
Gingerbread House Workshop
Friday, November 29 | 10am & 1pm
Fun for all ages! Gingerbread designers will find a buffet of all the sweets and confections needed to decorate imaginative gingerbread houses. Participants may enter their creations in a contest to be judged by popular vote. The winner will receive a Bascom art by appointment gift certificate!
Please register for how many gingerbread houses your family will require.
Cashiers' Christmas Tree Lighting
Friday, November 29 | 5:45pm
Join thousands of holiday revelers on the evening after Thanksgiving as we gather to light the Cashiers' Christmas Tree amidst festival holiday music! The park becomes a winter wonderland to kick off your holiday season and make your spirits merry and bright! The Tree Lighting ceremony event will take place at the Gazebo near the Cashiers crossroads. To add to the festivities, the Mistletoe Market will take place inside Lewis Hall from 10am-5pm.
Mark and Maggie O’Connor: An Appalachian Christmas
Friday, November 29 | 7:30pm
The Grammy-winning Mark and Maggie O’Connor bring their dynamic energy to a wondrous mixture of bluegrass instrumental and vocal music with An Appalachian Christmas. The holiday tradition features fresh arrangements of Christmas classics and captures the emotions of the season: playfulness, joy, contemplation, gratitude and more.
Cashiers Festival of Trees
Fri.-Sat., Nov. 29-30 |10am-5pm
The Festival of Trees is a family-friendly event during Thanksgiving weekend featuring decorated trees, wreaths, gift baskets, holiday shopping, children crafts, story time, rivalry weekend football viewings, entertaining performances, an O.P. Taylor’s Teddy Bear Workshop, and Festival: After Dark – an enchanting nighttime party where participants will enjoy jubilant lights, music, and libations.
Mountain Findings Open
Friday-Saturday, November 29-30
10am-1pm
A non-profit resale store featuring furniture, home accessories, lamps, tools, linens, pictures, tableware and more at reasonable prices!
Cheersgiving! at High Country Wine & Provisions
Saturday, November 30 | 4pm
It’s time to get rid of the season’s stress – and enjoy an evening of sips, bites, and making merry
with friends. Take advantage of exclusive pricing on all wines – by the glass and by the bottle. Find inspiration for your holiday feast pairings, and your gift-giving needs.
Light Up the Park & Santa In Highlands
Saturday, November 30 | 6-8pm
It's the moment children who are young and old have been waiting for all year! The park is dark but there is a hum of excitement as people gather and share candy canes and hot chocolate waiting for the program to begin. It's coming together to share traditions of reading the Christmas story, singing carols and wait for it... Santa arrives and Lights the Park with millions of twinkling lights!
Made-to-Order Burgers
Thursday, December 5 & 12
Back by popular demand! Rosewood Market is offering their beloved made to order burgers with hand cut fries on select days in November and December. Snag a juicy burger for lunch or dinner on November 14th or December 5th & 12th. Walk in or call ahead orders are welcome. Rosewood Market is located at 117 Franklin Road, Highlands, NC. Phone (828) 526-0383.
Holidays at the Historical Society
Friday, December 6 | 4-7pm
Step back in time for an enchanting, candlelit tour of the historic Zachary-Tolbert House, where you’ll discover holiday traditions unique to southern Appalachia while live holiday music fills the air adding charm to this festive evening!
Holiday Sip & Shop at Bungalow Boutique
Friday, December 6 | 4-7pm
Holiday Sip & Shop at Bungalow Boutique, Friday December 6th 4pm-7pm. Grab your bestie and come sip some bubbly or herbaceous brew while you Holiday shop for loved ones.
Olde Mountain
Christmas Parade
Saturday, December 7 | 10am
What happens when the bands, camels, and floats arrive in Highlands? An amazing small-town Christmas Parade that you don't want to miss! Gather all your family, friends and neighbors and join the merry making on Main Street for this long-standing Highlands Christmas tradition. The parade begins at 10:00 a.m., don't be late!
Church of the Incarnation BBQ Lunch
Saturday, December 7 | After Parade
The BBQ Lunch event, under the direction of Incarnation’s parishioners, is the second annual BBQ pulled pork, coleslaw, chips, cookie, and soda box-feast. For such fine charity fare, the cost, 15 bucks, is a bargain (feel free to give more if you can). Advance tickets are on sale at the church.
50th Cashiers Christmas Peppermint Stick Parade
Saturday, December 7 | 3-5pm
You’re invited to attend the 50th Annual Cashiers Christmas Peppermint Stick Parade!
Join us along the new parade route to celebrate 50 years of Christmas Cheer in Cashiers!
Fireside at The Farm
Thursday, December 12 | 6pm
Join us for the return of Fireside at The Farm: A Holiday Evening with Mike Kinnebrew. Settle into the magical ambiance of The Farm on Thursday, December 12, and relax into a special evening with the sounds of holiday music filling the pavilion. Mike's talent for engaging the audience with music from the heart will make for an unforgettable evening.
Reiki Infused Restorative Yoga & Sound Bath at Bungalow Boutique
Sunday, December 15 | 3:30-5pm
Reiki Infused Restorative Yoga & Sound Bath, Sunday December 15, 3:30pm-5:00pm. Let the worries of 2024 melt away as you experience 90 minutes of pure bliss. Call or go online to pre-register.
2025 Explore & Restore in Costa Rica
Sunday, Jan. 26 - Saturday, Feb. 1
Restore & Explore in Uvita, Costa Rica. January 26, 2025-February 1, 2025. Join us in Costa Rica this winter as we restore and explore with yoga, adventure, and wellness. Go online for more info and to reserve your spot.
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