Weekly Happenings On The Highlands-Cashiers Plateau
Monday, March 25 - Sunday, March 31 Events
Easter Hams by
Cashiers Valley Smokehouse
Order Now
Enjoy your Easter Holiday with a honey glazed spiral cut ham from Cashiers Valley Smokehouse. $75.
Call 828 547 2096 to order
Pick-up by March 30 at 3 p.m.
Cashiers School of Arts:
Dancing on the Green
Mondays, through April 8 | 7:30 - 8:30pm
Enjoy a night of "fun"derful music - dance & friendship in Lewis Hall at The Village Green. A 6-week series offering Ballroom and Line Dance instruction. danieirv@aol.com
Highlands-Cashiers Players' Squabbles
March 28-31, April 4-7
This hilarious play pits a father in law against a mother in a comedic succession of squabbles. Jerry Sloan is a successful writer of advertising jingles married to an equally successful lawyer. Living with the happy couple is the not so happy Abe Dreyfus, Jerry's curmudgeon father in law. Abe is a funny guy to the audience, not to Jerry.
Whiteside Brewing Co.'s Grub for Good
Thursdays, March - April
Thursday, March 28: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina
Every Thursday in March and April, Whiteside Brewing Co. will donate 10% of sales to a partnering organization working to make Cashiers a better place.
Dixon Woods BioBlitz
Friday, March 29 10am - 4 pm
A bioblitz is a fun and easy way to welcome Spring into the Plateau while providing children and adults alike a way to engage with citizen science and native species. During the bioblitz, families will have the chance to discover species and explore the entire walking path.
Highlands Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 30 | 10 am
Bring your own basket to Highlands Recreation Park and join the fun. Children from toddlers to age 9 are welcome to join the hunt and share the fun. Highlands Recreation Park employees ensure that plenty of eggs are hidden and that all the children will delight in filling their baskets with brightly colored eggs and treats. It’s an exciting start to the Holiday weekend.
Easter Egg Hunt at The Village Green
Saturday, March 30 | 11 am
This event is fee and open to children ages 11 and younger. The egg hunt will be divided according to age. Ages 9-11 will be located on the Gazebo Lawn, ages 5-8 will be located on the playground lawn, and ages 4 > will be located inside of the playground area. The Easter Bunny will be making a visit to take photos with the kiddos!
Live Music at Greystone Inn
Saturday, March 30 | 5-7 pm
Join The Greystone Inn every Saturday throughout the month of March for live music with Brandon Owen from 5-7pm. Nestled inside of the Mansion, enjoy a laid-back
atmosphere and grab a bite to eat.
Live Music at The Vineyard at High Holly
Saturday - Sunday, March 30-31 | 2-5pm
Saturday: Zorki
Sunday: Breeze Cable
Enter and Vote: The Laurel's Annual Winter Cover Photo Contest
through March 31, 2024
Show us the magic of Winter on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau – it’s all around you. If it’s just right, we’ll put you on the cover of Laurel and proclaim you a Winner!
Highlands Historical Society’s Dazzling Dahlia Festival 2024 Poster Design - Call for Entries!
Entry Deadline: May 1
Open to any age or experience level. A $500 prize will be awarded as well as being the featured artist of 2024! Introducing a Youth Poster category for children 17 and under! With an award of a $50 Bascom program gift certificate. Please indicate age with submission.
Read the March Laurel
at your leisure
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!
Ongoing Weekly Events
Studio Alive at The Bascom
Mondays | 9:30am - 1pm
Figure Drawing Open Studio for Artists of every skill level in any medium
Parkinson's Classes
Mondays and Wednesdays
Monday's 2-3pm Crushing PD. Moderate intensity exercise designed to slow motor deterioration, improve cognitive function & improve balance and reaction time. Level 1,2. Wednesday's 11am-12pm Movement for Parkinson's. Stretching, balance, mobility and strength training. All levels. Both classes taught by a fellow PWP.
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 .- Fri., 11am- 3pm; Dinner: Wed.- Sun., 5- 9pm Brunch: Sat.- Sun., 10am- 3pm
Bar: 4:30- 10pm Daily; Wine Wednesday: 1/2 off select bottles of wine with entree: Sunday Bluegrass Brunch: Music from 10:30 - 1; Blues & Brews – $20 burger and select beer special, paired with live blues music - Thursdays; Locals receive 20% off all menu items!
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, Monthly Journal Classes, Life Coaching, Sound Healing, Parkinson's Classes, Wellness Events, and Bungalow Boutique.
Upcoming Events - Save the Dates!
Facing Togetherness with Kirsten Stingle
Beginning Tuesday, April 2 | 10am-12pm
April 2nd, 3rd, 8th, and 10th, Explore narrative sculpture in this 4-day class with Kirsten, where stories and myths come to life. Craft a ¾ life-size head using the coil method, guided by Kirsten’s individualized attention to bring your artistic vision to fruition. Learn anatomy and proportion through a step-by-step approach with take-home handouts.
Great Art on Screen: Titian, The Empire of Color at Highlands PAC
Friday, April 5 | 4:30 pm
Winning over popes and emperors with his iconic, revolutionary works Titian succeeded in becoming one of the artists that symbolized the entire Renaissance. Titian was an extraordinary master of color and a brilliant entrepreneur, innovative both in a painting’s composition but also in how to sell it.
Titanic: The Musical at Highlands PAC
Saturday, April 6 | 1 pm
Based on real people aboard the most legendary ship in the world, Titanic: The Musical is ‘breathtaking’ (the Guardian) and ‘magnificent’ (the Telegraph), a stunning and stirring production focusing on the hopes, dreams, and aspirations of her passengers who each boarded with stories and personal ambitions.
Mountain Findings Open
Friday-Saturday, April 5 - 6 | 10am-1pm
A non-profit resale store featuring furniture, home accessories, lamps, tools, linens, pictures, tableware and more at reasonable prices!
Clear Day Thunder:
Rescuing the American Chestnut
Saturday, April 10 | 4pm
Celebrate Earth Month with CHS and Highlands-Cashiers Landtrust by joining us at a screening of "Clear Day Thunder," a documentary about the restoration of the American chestnut.
Vinyl Vibes with Chef Craig Richards
An Italian Springtime Feast
Sunday, April 14 | 6pm
Get ready for a toe-tapping evening of fun and food with an Italian Springtime Feast. We're excited to announce the return of the popular Chef Craig Richards of Atlanta's Lyla Lila coming to Highlands for another inspiring Old Edwards Chefs Dinner at The Farm.
Orchard Sessions with Mike Kinnebrew
Thursday, April 18 | 6pm
Mike Kinnebrew creates stories from words that speak a language in song—songs that ignite. His passion is reflected in enthused followers throughout the Southeast. Come experience this charming singer-songwriter and Highlands' favorite for yourself.
Paoletti's Reopening for 71st Season
Thursday, April 18
Uncompromising quality, recipes perfected over decades, and ritual are at the heart of the Italian gastronomic tradition. For 71 years the Paoletti family has believed in sharing those traditions.
Highlander Mountain House Salon Series
with Lillie Mae
Thursday, April 18 | 8:30 pm
A solo acoustic performance in our cozy, mountain tavern. Music will begin around 9 pm and end around 10:15 pm. The room will fill up quickly so arrive at 8:30 pm to secure a good seat and settle in with a cocktail from the bar. Parking available on the street and on property.
Community Coffee with the Mayor at Hudson Library
Friday, April 26 | 11 am
On the last Friday of March-October at 11:00 AM, the library hosts a talk / Q&A with Highlands Mayor Pat Taylor. Each month a different local non-profit is invited to sponsor the event and provide refreshments. Community Coffee is a collaboration between the Town of Highlands and Hudson Library.
Tinker Time with Tots
Friday, April 26
Join the Literacy and Learning center for a monthly toddler and caretaker learning activity! The Literacy & Learning Center, 675 S 4th St. Free to attend, No registration required. Call 828-526-0863 or email CMiddlebrooks@TheLiteracyandLearningCenter.org
PAC Educations Theatre's Oliver!
Friday - Sunday, April 26 - 28
PAC Educational Theatre is proud to present its first ever All Community Production. OLIVER! Lionel Bart's Tony® an Olivier Award®-winning musical interpretation of Charles Dickens' classic novel has been regarded as a masterpiece among audiences for seven decades.
Cashiers Burger Week
Monday, April 29 - Sunday, May 5
Burger Tasters will pick up a Burger Week Passport at the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce, present their passport when ordering the Participating Restaurants unique Burger Week Burger - and receive a stamp on the passport. Cast a vote for Favorite Burger and Most Creative!
Bear Shadow Music Festival
Saturday - Sunday, May 11-12
Bear Shadow brings highly anticipated, world-class music acts and day time experiences to the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. This weekend of music in the mountains celebrates the best of the new season as we all emerge from hibernation with hope and anticipation for the future.
3rd Annual Highlands Dog Show
Saturday, May 11 | 1-3 pm
The Plateau is gearing up for the much-anticipated 3rd Annual Highlands Dog Show, set to take place on May 11th, 2024, from 1 pm to 3 pm at the beautiful Kelsey-Hutchinson Park. This event is expected to be a bark-tastic celebration of our furry companions and a perfect lead-in to the Mother's Day weekend.
Highlands' High Style
Friday - Sunday, May 17-19
A celebration of Art, Cuisine, Fashion & Music featuring interactive art demonstrations and classes, culinary experiences, a fashion show,
musical performances and so much more. Hosted by the Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC
Nashville Songwriters' Round Featuring Rivers Rutherford & Friends
Saturday, August 24
Join in for a fun-filled night with performances by acclaimed Nashville songwriters. This isn't just any concert – it's a celebration of unwavering commitment to provide quality education for Blue Ridge School & Early College students. Tickets will be available soon!
Highlands Porchfest
Sunday, September 15 | 1-6 pm
Mark your calendar for the Fourth Annual Highlands Porchfest on Sunday, September 15 from 1:00-6:00pm!
