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Celebrating 10 Years
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S eptember
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Publisher’s Note
S
eptember. Summer begins to make way for fall, Mother
Nature drops hints of gorgeous days to come. Whether
you’re just arriving or have been here all season, you
know the best is truly yet to come. Thank you for making
the Laurel your companion - in every season.
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The Laurel Magazine • September 2012
Contents
Events
14 • Chocolate Booth
16 • Playfest II
16 • H-C Players
20 • Pour Le Pink
21 • Highlands Farmers Market
22 • Village Square Arts and Crafts Show
23 • Dazzling Dahlias
24 • Founder’s Day
24 • Quail Run Antiques Show
25 • Annual Songwriter’s Round
28 • Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival
30 • Native Plant Symposium
32 • Annual Arts and Crafts Show
36 • Rotary Bingo
37 • Fall Fest
38 • Glenville Annual Tours
43 • Area Calendar
The Arts
46 • Cover Artist William Jameson
48 • Simply Gourd-geous
50 • The Bascom News
52 • Katie Dobson Cundiff
53 • The Art League of Highlands
54 • 20th Annual Bel Canto
55 • Bluegrass Duel
56 • Lindsey Alley
57 • The Fox on the Fairway
Maps
18 • Highlands Map
34 • Cashiers Map
Dining
62 • Altitudes
64 • Pancake Breakfast
66 • Evenings at Lakeside
67 • The PIzza Place
68 • Culinary Weekend
70 • Madison’s Moonshine Cocktails
74 • On the Verandah’s Sushi Nights
75 • Dining Guide
History
78 • Highlands History
79 • Cashiers History
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The Laurel Magazine • September 2012
Contents
Homes & Lifestyles
Staff
Giving Back
Janet Cummings,
Managing Partner
Marjorie Fielding,
Managing Partner
janet@
themountainlaurel.com
marjorie@
themountainlaurel.com
Michelle Munger,
Art Director
Luke Osteen,
Writer
(828) 371-2689
82 • A Mountain Estate
84 • Terraced Gardens
86 • Musical Surprises
87 • More Tips
88 • Pain in the Neck
89 • Fall is Here
90 • Balance
91 • Hope to the World
92 • How Fast Will I Heal?
93 • All Inclusive Cruise
94 • The Benefits of Yoga
Business
100 • Friends For Life
101 • Carpe Diem Farms
102 • Highlands Rotary Club
103 • Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust
104 • J-M Conservation Alliance
105 • Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society
106 • Highlands Literacy Council
107 • Cullasaja Women’s Outreach
108 • Valley Garden Club
109 • Center for Life Enrichment
111 • Operation Christmas Child
112 • Rotary Club of Cashiers
mungerclan5@aol.com
(828) 342-3551
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Wiley Sloan,
Writer
Donna Rhodes,
Writer
Guides
wileyandsarah@
nctv.com
116 • Palillos Stone Masonry
118 • Highlands Aerial Park
120 • Butler Galleries
121 • Highlands Personal Chef
122 • WNC Roofing
123 • Silver Threads
124 • Oakleaf Expands
125 • Cullasaja Club
(828) 371-2764
18 • Highlands Map
34 • Cashiers Map
43 • Area Calendar
75 • Dining Guide
95 • Waterfall Guide
96 • Service Directory
133 • Advertisers Index
Happy New Year
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Contributing Writers:
Libby Malcom, Jane Gibson Nardy,
Gary Wein, Kathy Bub, Mary Adair Leslie,
Elizabeth Fletcher, Sue Blair, Michael Rich,
Sue Aery, Jim Johnson and Resa Johnson,
Michelle Price and Robin Armstrong-Neil
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Events
Chocolate Booth Funds
Scholarship
Contributed by Betty Bandy
T
h e
hard
working
ladies of
the Scaly
Mountain
Women’s
Club are
getting
ready for
their October fundraiser. This
time they
are baking homemade chocolate goodies and selling them at
the Highlands Craft Fair on Saturday, October
13th, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All monies
raised go to worthwhile causes, but the ladies
are passionate about the nearly 100 students
they have helped get their education. Every
year the club helps from 10 to 15 students
further their education. In the past 22 years,
SMWC has spent $100,000 on scholarships with
almost that much donated to other charities
that help people in the Scaly Mountain area.
In 2001 the club started renting a booth at
the popular Highlands Craft Fair to sell their
chocolate goodies. The first year it was obvious that more had to be baked, as there was
no more chocolate to be sold by noon, and
they were not allowed to close the booth
and go home. From that year on, there were
three times more chocolate items baked.
The cakes, pies, cookies and brownies are
not only delicious and smell divine, but the
booth is gorgeous with the goodies beautifully wrapped. The eye-catching, “yummy
smelling” Chocolate Fantasy Booth is one
of the most successful fundraisers, and every member can show off their baking skills.
The attractive way the chocolate “goodies” are wrapped and displayed makes the
booth too tempting, and it always draws a
big crowd.
Because of the hard work of the Scaly
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Mountain
Women’s
Club members and
the quality
of the fundraising
p ro j e c t s ,
the club
is able to
contribute
to quite a
few worthy charities. But
the main
focus
is
on helping students further their education.
Nancy Johnson, Scholarship Chairman, says
that the community is very grateful for the
financial help and many students have gone
on to make the club proud of their successes.
Scaly Mountain residents are eligible to apply
for the scholarship and should ask their Guidance Counselor about qualifications. The
club not only gives scholarships to graduating
seniors in high school, they recently began
helping students of all ages. Many are married and have children, and it is very gratifying to see these older students succeed and
finish their education.
Don’t forget to mark your calendar for
Saturday, October 13th from 9:00 a.m. to
4:00 p.m. at the Highlands Recreation Center. Come to the Chocolate Fantasy booth
and be prepared to buy some delicious
chocolate to support the Scaly Mountain
Women’s Club’s Scholarship Fund. That
same booth will have our Scholar Store with
the second edition of our popular cookbook, “Second Helping.” The booth will
also sell aprons and dish towels made in
the area.
Nancy Aldrige is in charge of the booth
again this year. Call Nancy (828) 526-9297 or
e-mail her nanalou96@gmail.com if you have
any questions. Or check out our website:
www.scalymountainwomensclub.org.
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F
Friends of the
Library Presents
Playfest II
Highlands-Cashiers
Players October
Production
by Luke Osteen
by Wiley Sloan
Playfest II is set for September 15th at the Albert Carlton
Cashiers-Commuity Library
riends of the Albert Carlton Cashiers-Community Library will present Playfest II at 7:00 p.m. Saturday, September 15th, at the library.
This is a fully-staged reading of eight of the best 10-minute plays by some of America’s most celebrated playwrights.
The audience will be treated to readings of “Martin’s
Dilemma” by David M. Sirois of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.;
“Crisis Line” by Dan Borengasser of Springdale, Arizona;
“Change of Plans” by Dennis Jones of Powhatan, Virginia;
“Missed Connections” by Marj O’Neill Butler of Miami
Beach, Florida; “Scripted” and “Misfortune” by Mark H.
Levine of Pasadena, California; “An Answer to Their Prayers”
by Hank Kimmel of Atlanta, Georgia: and “Forever Young”
by Mary Unterbrink of Deerfield Beach, Florida.
For more information, call the library at (828) 743-0215.
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Highlands-Cashiers Players production “Jake” is planned for
October 4th - 7th and 11th - 14th
M
ark your calendars now for a heart rendering
story written by Highlands’ resident Matt Eberz.
This delightfully funny story is a must see for
everyone who has a tender heart for pet-especially dogs.
You’ll laugh, your heart strings will feel a tug as you see
how Jake, the older dog of the house, uses his years of
worldly wisdom to instruct a new puppy on the ways of
his new home.
You’ll recognize the doggie wisdom of the older dog.
To order tickets or for more information about the
Highlands-Cashiers Players go to www.highlandscashiersplayers.org. You may also call (828) 526-8084.
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Accommodations
Meadows Mtn. Realty............
East and West.........................
4-1/2 Street Inn .....................
White Oak Realty...................
Hen House..............................
High Cotton............................
Colonial Pines Inn..................
Inn at Half Mile Farm............
Restaurant
Martha Anne’s........................
Whiteside Cove Cottages......
Lakeside Restaurant..............
Peak Experience....................
Mountain Brook Suites.........
Paolettis...................................
Scudders.................................
Mountain Laurel Rest............
Pescados.................................
The Summer House...............
Rosewood Market..................
Whole Life Market.................
Wild Thyme Gourmet...........
Highlands Fine Art ...............
Laurel Magazine.....................
Wolfgang’s Restaurant &
Highland Hiker.......................
Mill Creek Gallery & Framing ..
Wine Bistro.............................
Mirror Lake Antiques............
Glass.......................................
Retail
Services
The Bascom ...........................
Alyxandra’s ............................
Creative Concepts Salon.......
Bear Mountain Outfitters......
Highlands Visitors Center.....
Real Estate
Cabin Casuals.........................
Warth Construction...............
Country Club Properties.......
Drake’s Diamond Gallery ....
Aery Chiropractic &
John Cleaveland Realty..........
Dry Sink..................................
Acupuncture..........................
Sundrops on Caney Fork.......
Dutchman’s Designs..............
High Country Photo.............
Arts
Museum of American Cut
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for addresses, phone numbers and website links to local businesses.
To promote your business in both the print version and on-line Highlands map for only $20 per month,
email marjorie@themountainlaurel.com.
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Second Annual Pour Le Pink
Contributed by Callie Calloway
T
he second annual Pour le Pink,
Creek Road, down Cheney Lane,
a 3.1 mile Walk/Run to support
looping back to the Hospital campus
local breast health and women’s
for the finish. Event goers are invited
services, will be held on Saturday,
to participate as runners, walkers and
October 6th at Highlands-Cashiers
individuals or teams. Prizes will be
Hospital (HCH). The funds raised will
awarded to the top three places fego toward maintaining the hospital’s
male/male runners in each age group.
spectrum of breast health and wom“We encourage everyone to join us
en’s services.
in the fun,” said Calloway. “The event
“Last year’s Pour le Pink was a
will not only benefit HCH, but foster
great benefit for our local commucommunity awareness of women’s
nities. It raised nearly $9,000 and
health and wellness. This is a great
Pour le Pink, a gentle 3.1-mile Walk/Run to fight
helped build a lasting fund for wom- breast cancer, will be staged Saturday, October 6th,
opportunity to support the hospiat Highlands-Cashiers Hospital.
en’s services enabling us to stay up to
tal that helps keep our community
date with critical services, equipment
healthy.”
and provide our patients the best quality care possible,” said
Sponsorship opportunities from $100 to $1000 are availrace organizer Callie Calloway, Communications Specialist able. Registration for Pour le Pink is under way. Early entry
at HCH. “Those funds helped to provide seven local breast fee is $20 for adults, if received on or before September 21st.
cancer survivors struggling financially with treatment as well Late entries received after that date will cost $30. Child rate
as allowed the hospital to sustain its digital mammography is $5. The 5k race is open to male/female runners and walkservices and other health services unique to women. We are ers of all ages and will begin at 9:00 a.m. More information
hoping for the same success this year!”
is available online at www.highlandscashiershospital.org or conThe race will start on the campus of HCH, travel to Buck tact Callie Calloway at (828) 526-1313.
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Highlands Farmers
Market
Contributed by Krysti Rogers
The Highlands Farmers Market, staged every Saturday morning at
Highlands School, is a celebration of the harvest of a fruitful
summer season.
T
he Highlands Farmers Market reopened for its second season Saturday, June 2nd, on the grounds
of Highlands School. Once again, with the careful
planning of Andrea Gabbard, the hospitality of Highlands
School principal Brian Jetter, and the participation of
vendors from every walk of life, this special showcase of
handmade and homegrown goods has been a resounding success. The Market is a showcase of a wide variety
of organic and just picked-from-the-garden fruits and
vegetables, fresh-baked breads and treats, and other
homemade, homegrown and handmade items. Highlands Farmers Market has one goal in mind – bringing
fresh, local produce and goods from around the area to
the people of Highlands. Last year, the market offered all
kinds of produce, breads, cakes, jams and jellies, flowers, soaps, candles and more. This year, many of those
same vendors - and more - have come together to establish a new Highlands Saturday morning tradition. Since
its opening, Highlands Farmers Market has seen over
1,000 attendees. Many are customers from last season
who have brought their friends for this season, and many
have come to see it for the first time. And because of
that demand that quickly grew in 2011, the Market is
now going to be a seasonal staple for the people in and
around Highlands, as it will be held every Saturday from
8:00 a.m. – noon, continuing through October - rain or
shine - at Highlands School. Come out and visit with old
friends and make new friends while finding fresh foods
for your table or other goods for your body, soul and
home. In addition, if you grow or create something you
want to share with others, the Highlands Farmers Market
is looking for you – come be a part of this local showcase
of both individual and generations of talent. Booth spaces may be rented for $10 per space per Market. If you
are holding a fundraiser in your space, the rental is free.
Directions: From the intersection of Fourth and Main,
turn onto Main Street, drive past The Old Edwards Inn
toward the Presbyterian church. Turn right at the light at
the Presbyterian Church (5th Street). Follow 5th street
over the hill to The Highlands School on your right (545
Pierson Drive).
For more information on the Highlands Farmers Market, or if you would like to become a vendor, please contact Andrea Gabbard (828) 526-4858.
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Village Square Arts and Crafts Show
Contributed by Cynthia Strain
T
alent abounds in these
Sylvia has performed her folk
mountains, and Labor
music in Highlands for 30 years
Day weekend presents a
and enjoys a loyal following.
great opportunity to see much
Plan for breakfast or lunch at
of it on display at the Village
Fressers Eatery in the square.
Square Art and Craft Show in
There are public bathrooms
downtown Highlands on Sepand parking. The show is from
tember 1st and 2nd. This family
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturevent has something for everyday and Sunday in the Village
one, including live music, food,
Square and neighboring Pine
and demonstrations.
Street Park, only one block from
Over the years the show has
Main Street.
developed a reputation for high
Sadly, this will be the last Vilquality work. Many artisans live
lage Square Art and Craft Show
in Highlands, including painter
in the park. Highlands commisZach Claxton, potters Frank Vicksioners voted on June 21st to
ery and Pat Taylor, jeweler Lee
not allow any group other than
Byers, folk artist Noel Atherton,
non-profits to use the park for
and ceramic artist Jan Smith.
events, and no events will be alThe show features fine art and
lowed on holiday weekends unwhimsical folk art, plus turned
less they are town-sponsored.
wood, metal work, fabric work,
This is bound to hurt our artisbirdhouses, and twig furniture.
tic community as well as many
Jeweler Lee Byers will be one of many artists in the Village
And, of course, one-of-a-kind
businesses in Highlands. But
Square September 1st and 2nd.
baskets, pottery, and jewelry.
we are hoping to find a suitable
Patti Cakes will be painting faces, so bring the kids. There venue for future shows, so watch for updates on this.
will be live music both days. On Saturday the gazebo will
For more information contact Cynthia Strain at Mill Creek
ring with dulcimer music by John Huxley and friends, and Gallery and Framing at (828) 787-2021 or cypicturelady@aol.
on Sunday, singer-songwriter Sylvia Sammons will perform. com.
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Dazzling Dahlias
Contributed by Linda New
This year’s Dazzling Dahlia Festival will be held on
Saturday, September 15th
D
azzling Dahlias! Dahlia Festival will be held Saturday, September 15th at the Highlands Recreation
Center. This event, benefiting the Highlands Historical Society, will showcase local dahlia enthusiasts’
prize dahlias. Exhibitors can enter up to five categories of
dahlias for an entrance fee. These will be judged and ribbons awarded for first, second and Best of Show winners.
Exhibitor registration forms will be available at businesses
throughout the Highlands-Cashiers area and at Highlands
Historical Society.
A Patron Party will be held that weekend also in
the gardens of Rhett and Carolyn Tanner on Kettle
Rock Mountain.
Carolyn’s profusion of dahlias began 16 years ago and has culminated into a breathtaking array of many varieties of dahlias including the
Dinnerplate dahlia.
If you are interested in exhibiting your dahlias at the Dazzling Dahlias! Dahlia Festival on September 15th, please
contact Joyce Franklin at (828) 526-9418, or e-mail the Highlands Historical Society at www.highlandshistory.com. This is
an event for amateur hobbyists to proudly display their prize
dahlias. Everyone is welcome.
For a comprehensive list of area events
and happenings visit
www.highlands-cashierscalendar.com
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Cashiers Historical
Society’s
Founders Day
Quail Run
Antiques Show
by Luke Osteen
by Luke Osteen
T
he Cashiers Historical Society will stage its annual
Founders Day Thursday, September 27th, at the Zachary-Tolbert House.
In commemoration of the Sesquicentennial of the Civil
War, the local chapter of the Sons of Confederate Veterans
will display authentic uniforms and weapons of the period
and answer questions about life in those tumultuous days.
There’ll also be period music to set the mood.
This corner of Western North Carolina was a hotbed of
tangled loyalties and divided families during the Civil War.
The Cashiers Historical Society maintains records on life in
the 1860s and the first settlers of what would become Cashiers.
For more information on Founders Day, visit the ZacharyTolbert House at 1940 Highway 107 South or call (828) 7437710.
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Michael Weaver, Kitty Davis, Charles Faudree,
Wayne Davis and Skip Ryan
T
he Second Annual Quail Run Antiques Show will be
held October 18th-20th, at two Cashiers locations this
year -- High Hampton Inn and Mitten Lane.
This event will feature more speakers, book signings, and
more than 20 carefully-screened vendors.
Proceeds benefit the Cashiers Historical Society. For more
information, contact Linda James, (828) 743-2393 or (918)
995-3168.
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Songwriter’s Round
Benefitting
Blue Ridge School
by Luke Osteen
This year’s Songwriter’s Round will be held on September 15th.
T
George Teren
he Seventh Annual Songwriters’ Round will be held at
Mountaintop Golf and Lake Club in Cashiers, September 15th. The evening will begin at 6:00 p.m. with a
Silent Auction, Dinner, and Beverages. The songwriters will
begin the Round at 7:30 p.m.
The event marks the return of Nashville songwriting legend Rivers Rutherford along with special friends George
Teren, Kelley Lovelace and Tim James. Each songwriter will
be performing many of their special hits recorded by some
of Nashville’s top acts.
It’s an irresistible evening that’ll feature great entertainment, and some insight as to how these songs came to life
from the songwriters’ prospective. Proceeds from the evening will benefit Blue Ridge School Educational Foundation.
Tickets are $75 and are available at the Cashiers Chamber
of Commerce. Please call Susan Waller at (828) 526-9186 to
inquire about sponsorships or for more information.
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Annual Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival
Contributed by Carol Adams
The Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival will be held October 5th through 7th
A
rts and crafts
shoppers, music
and
entertainment lovers, food mavens and even energetic
kids will find that the
4th Annual Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival three
day event, October 5th
through 7th, promises
and delivers something
for everyone! This is a
festival of extraordinary
abundance destined to
be the highlight of fall
trips, tours and yearly
tradition. Accommodations at inns, cabins and hotels are
plentiful and the Cashiers Valley is within easy driving distance for most in the Southeast.
Visitors, leaf-lookers, travelers, tourists, local and nearby residents are invited to enjoy the breathtaking blaze of
mountain color and the crisp, refreshing mountain air as
well as the Festival’s remarkable features and entertainment. Community residents with their guests and friends,
local leaders, visitors, previous attendees, craft and merchant vendors, and members of the Greater Cashiers Area
Merchants Association, festival organizers, all acknowledge
that the Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival is the area’s premier
festival. It is the only local festival encompassing the three
Cashiers Valley villages - Cashiers, Glenville and Sapphire.
The three-day, three venue Festival features a bounty of entertainment from bands of all musical genres, artisan crafts,
vendor and local merchant booths, a variety of food offerings and kid-appeal activities.
Each of the three venue villages brings their own character to the festival while businesses and shops all over the
Cashiers Valley welcome festival-goers, with fitting shop and
roadside décor. Throughout the Valley many shops and local
organizations compete in the “Scarecrow Contest.” Judges
will award prizes for the best scarecrow display prior to the
Festival - see if you agree while browsing the villages! As an
add-on advantage, merchants throughout the Cashiers Village feature shop sales and specials all weekend.
The Festival core-venue, the Cashiers Village Green and
Commons, located at the Cashiers Crossroads, is Festival
Headquarters. Here music and performance-lovers enjoy
all-day theatrics and diverse musical entertainment on two
stages. Booths showcase carefully selected juried art and a
variety of retail vendors. Food and beverages from specialty
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food vendors and local
restaurants are located
in two food courts with
spots to relax and observe all the “goings-on.”
Kids needing active playtime, will find challenges
at the permanent stateof-the-art Village Green
playground as well as
amusement at the Festival’s kids-fun section
with a bounce house,
face painters, clowns
and street entertainers.
Glenville
Village,
about five miles north of the Cashiers Village on the shores
of pristine Lake Glenville, offers more folksy fare in a local
artists tent highlighting some of the area’s most talented
crafters and artists ranging from potters to woodworkers.
Here festival-goers can wet whistles and curb appetites with
apples, cider and hot dogs with trimmin’s. Unique attractions at this eclectic village include Tom Sawyer’s Christmas
Tree Farm’s Pancake Breakfast and Wagon Ride Farm Tour,
a Saturday morning tradition. Also, beginning at 10:00 a.m.
each day Signal Ridge Marina’s pontoon boats launch for
cruises to view Lake Glenville’s wooded shoreline with stunning waterfalls and to hear a bit of lake-lore. Prominent nonprofits among the Glenville participants are the Glenville
Community Development Club, the VFW and the Glenville
Historical Society.
Moving east from the Cashiers Crossroads on Highway
64, you will find a variety of shops and eateries at Sapphire
Village. Sapphire is the home of the Festival’s “Big Cup Golf
Tournament” held on Festival Saturday, October 6th. Prizes
for “tournament” winners include beach resort stays and selections from many local merchants and restaurants.
The distinctive Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival, located in the
heart of North Carolina’s mountain/lake region, is a very special event all wrapped-up in a blaze of amazing Fall color and
refreshing mountain air. The three Festival villages, Cashiers,
Glenville and Sapphire are well worth your visit. Come give
yourself, family, group or organization a treat at this fun-filled
Festival. You’ll be glad you did!
The Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival is a free family and community event organized by the Greater Cashiers Area Merchants Association. For additional information call (828) 7435858 or email greatercashiersmerchantsassoc@yahoo.com or go
to www.visitcashiersvalley.com.
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Native Plant Symposium
Contributed by Michelle Ruigrok, Highlands Biological Station
The Native Plant Symposium will be held September 14th and 15th
D
o you want your garden to be full of life? Have you
ever wondered how you can grow your own bog garden filled with carnivorous plants? Or about sex in
the garden? These topics will be the highlight of this year’s
Native Plant Symposium, an annual event sponsored by the
Highlands Biological Foundation where 100 percent of the
proceeds benefit the Highlands Botanical Garden. This year
the Symposium will be held on the campus of the Highlands
Biological Station.
The event will be held Friday and Saturday, September 14th
and 15th, and will kick-off with a social hour Friday evening
with hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Dr. Lisa Wagner, director of education at the South Carolina Botanical Garden, will
discuss “Creating a Garden Full of Life.” After Lisa’s talk, stay
for illuminated botanical garden tours where you can take a
night-time stroll through the Botanical Garden with a glass
of wine.
On Saturday morning, participants will go on field trips.
Options this year include hikes, garden tours, and workshops
on how to propagate ferns from spores or create a bog dish
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garden. At 2:30 p.m. Dr. Larry Mellichamp, director of UNCCharlotte Botanical Gardens, will talk about “Carnivorous
Plants and the Myth of the Man-eating Plant.” North Carolina has more diversity of carnivorous plants than anywhere
in the world. Afterwards, Dr. Robert Wyatt, former executive director of the Highlands Biological Station, will give a
talk on “Sex in the Garden,” a tongue-in-check discussion of
plant reproduction.
After Robert’s talk, the Symposium will culminate in a
wine reception and catered dinner during the native plant
auction. This is a great opportunity to obtain native plants
for your garden, including some rare species that are sometimes difficult to find, all the while supporting the Highlands
Botanical Garden.
Members of the Highlands Biological Foundation can
register for the Symposium for $75 and non-members for
$125. For more information about the event, call (828) 5262221 or visit www.highlandsbiological.org/native-plant-symposium. You can also visit the Station’s office at 265 North
Sixth Street.
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Highlands Annual Arts and Crafts Show
by Wiley Sloan
The Highlands Woman’s Club’s Annual Arts and Craft Show, set for Saturday, October 13th, at the Highlands Civic Center,
displays the finest creations of local artists and artisans.
S
ince 1983 the Highlands Woman’s Club has provided a
venue for all of the talented artists and craft persons
of our area to offer their product. Cars line the parking area and the surrounding streets of the Highlands Civic
Center and Recreation Park on the Cashiers Highway (Hwy.
64 E.), just a short two blocks from Main Street, Highlands.
Saturday, October 13th from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., eager shoppers will fill the Rec Park as they peruse the many
booths that fill the gymnasium. A wide array of quality
arts and crafts are offered for sale. Choose from freshlybaked cakes, pies, breads, jams, jellies and preserves.
Painted furniture, stools and chairs, hand-turned bowls,
rustic and refined furniture, hand-made rocking horses and
cradles are just some of the many items you’ll find at this
year’s show.
You’ll marvel at the beautiful hand-blown glass, the
Christmas ornaments, woven items, jewelry, knives, casserole carriers, garment bags, scarves and so much more.
There will be food galore. There’s no better place to stock
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up on barbecue sauces and rubs, chocolate of every description, dried flowers and more. Shop for yourself and
for your family and friends. The number of vendors continues to grow so you know you will find something for everyone. Be sure to check out the many vendors on the exterior of the building. You don’t want to miss their featured
items too.
Fresser’s Eatery will offer delicious breakfast and lunch
items. Gather your friends and come on out for a great
day of shopping. Today’s Art and Craft Show has definitely
matured. It is so much bigger and includes so many more
vendors than those early days. When the Highlands Women’s Club started the show 29 years ago it was just a simple
way the local people could make a few dollars from the
crafts that they had made throughout the year. Now look
at the number of vendors that are involved. That’s a real
success story. Join your friends and shop for exciting and
useful gifts and accessories.
The admission is free as is the parking.
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CASHIERS MAP KEY
AccommodAtions
High Hampton inn & country club
the mountain Laurel inn
Arts
Blue Valley Gallery
Highland Hiker
Highlands emporium
interior enhancements
into the Woods Home interiors
Lenz Gifts & Linens
Lotsa consignment shop
midnight Farms
cashiers Hillside Artists
chivaree southern Art and design
mountain mist Gallery
reAL estAte
Betsy Paul Properties
mountain House
nature’s Vitamins
nearly new/ellen’s
nora & co
Priscilla’s, the decorative touch
Landmark realty Group
silver creek real estate Group
restAurAnts
Boar’s Head deli
rock ‘n rooster
rusticks
ryan & company
s’more Kids Klothes
cafe 107
crossroads Grill/Village scoop
Hunts Brothers Pizza
sapphire Brewery & Pub
the Bodacious Bear Pub
the Zookeeper Bistro
retAiL
Bear’s den
Bird Barn and Gift emporium
Blue ridge Bedding/
carolina rustic Furniture
Bounds cave
Brooking’s cashiers Village Anglers
Bumpkins
cashiers customs
catbird seat
cJ Brownhouse
consignment market
corner store
dovetail Antiques
Fiddlehead designs
summer Place Antiques
the Look Jewelry and Gifts
tom sawyer tree Farm
Victoria's closet
Vc for men
Vivianne metzger Antiques
Woof Gang Bakery
Zoller Hardware
the designer’s market
serVices
cashiers chamber
cashiers BP
cashiers exxon
cashiers Printing
cashiers Valley Preschool
Fancy Paws dog Grooming
Jennifer Haynes massage therapy
Keystone Kitchen & Bath
Peter J Pioli interiors
signal ridge marina
GG’s consignments *etc
View the Cashiers, North Carolina interactive map at www.thecashiersmap.com
for addresses, phone numbers and website links to local businesses.
To promote your business in both the print version and on-line Cashiers Map for only $20 a month,
email janet@themountainlaurel.com.
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Mtn. LaureL ShoppeS
Dining
Shopping
Accommodations
Slabtown Road
off Hwy. 107 N.
Cashiers, NC
Map of Cashiers
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Rotary Interact Bingo
by Wiley Sloan
The Rotary Interact Club of Highlands is saving a spot for you on Bingo Night,
Thursday, September 13th, at the Highlands Community Building (next to the Town Ballfield).
T
hursday, September 13th is the night.
Come out and support the Rotary Interact Club as they earn money for
their many civic projects. The Rotary Interact Club at the Highlands Schools is partnering with its sponsor Highlands Rotary for an
evening of bingo.
Bring your friends and support the students of the Interact Club through a fun
night of Bingo. Don your green eye shades,
settle in at your table and be ready to play
when the first number is called at 6:30 p.m.
at the Highlands Community Building. Proceeds will help the Highlands School Interact
Club with their community service projects.
Where else can you have so much fun for
so little money? At just $1 per card per game
(yes, there will be “2 for 1 games” to help increase your earnings) for the full 15 games.
Don’t forget the first person to fill his card
during the last game is the big winner. Half
the money you pay to play Bingo becomes
prizes and the other half goes to the Interact
Club at the Highlands School. Yes, you can
certainly donate your winnings back to Interact to help them even more.
Rotary Interact Bingo is family entertainment – play one card or half a dozen but
have a great evening of fun and a zany time
on Thursday, September 13th. Enjoy free refreshments served by the young people of
the Interact Club.
Cynthia Dendy from Highlands Rotary
and Tom Jessup, Guidance Counselor at the
Highlands School are supervisors for the
young people in the Interact Club. They invite you to “Come on out and show these
young people that you support them in their
efforts to support their community through
Interact. See you there.”
For a comprehensive list of area events and happenings visit
www.highlands-cashierscalendar.com
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Cashiers Valley
Preschool Annual
Fall Fest
by Luke Osteen
C
ashiers Valley Preschool will host its annual Fall Festival on
Saturday, October 27th, from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.
This family-friendly event will allow parents, children,
and folks in the community to visit Cashiers’ Five-Star preschool,
meet the teachers, tour the playground and facility, socialize and
get acquainted with each other, and play lots of fun games.
You’ll find hay rides, pony rides, face painting, a great cake
walk, Cashiers Valley Preschool’s Bouncy House, a fire truck and
firemen, and delicious food and drink for all.
New this year is the Book Fair, which will offer a vast selection of early childhood books perfect for preschoolers and the
people who love them.
Cashiers Valley Preschool is located at 219 Frank Allen Road,
right behind Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library. For
more information, please call the preschool at (828) 743-4320.
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Glenville Historical
Carolyn Franz, tour volunteer from Friends of Lake Glenville, shows the
historical display board at Sunny Day Farm home, now restored, built by
Roderick Pierson in the 1880’s. All tour stops displayed historical boards
and offered handouts detailing the history of the site.
T
he Glenville Historical Society organizes annual history
tour fundraisers to raise seed money for their publication
that will create a historical record of the Glenville area. For
three years the group has been diligently gathering historical information and a good deal of the material needed is now on
digital file. The information, researched by the founding members of the GHS board, includes narratives from aging resident
interviews, map research and collections of documents. Plans
for 2013 include not only another July History Tour and steppedup progress towards publication but also a drive to develop the
Glenville Historical Society into a membership organization.
Tour day for The Glenville Historical Society’s recent 2nd Annual History Tour, Saturday, July 28th was sunny and warm…a
perfect day for over 100 folks to enjoy the historic homes, verdant farms and noteworthy sites awaiting them throughout
Glenville’s Norton Community. GHS founding board members
and volunteers from other local organizations hosted each site
offering historical information as well as photos and maps on
fascinating display boards.
The Watson-Aldredge home, Sunny Day Farm and Mountain
Top were the three prominent homes opened to tour-goers. At
the Burt Farm visitors enjoyed the park-like environment and
took the short walk to the original cabin occupied by the James
Madison Zachary family before their big home was completed. The corn crib and barn still standing at the McGuire Farm,
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Society Annual Tour
Tour stop number 5, the Burt Farm and hosted by Anne and John
Cheney, Glenville, drew oohs and ahhs over the pristne grounds and
carefully restored home built in the 1880’s by James Madison Zachary.
dating back to the 1850’s, were viewed at the fence across a
broad meadow where committee hosts explained corn crib and
barn construction. The Norton Community Center, originally a
schoolhouse; The Last Great Co., home of Raggedy Ann and
Andy; and a picturesque covered bridge filled out the remaining spots on the self-driving tour. Plans are already under way
for the July 2013 GHS History Tour in another of the Glenville
area’s historic communities.
During the Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival the GHS will display
the historical boards that have accompanied the tour sites on
the 2011 and 2012 tours. These boards, showing photos, maps
and details about the sites in Glenville proper and the Norton
Community, can be viewed at the Glenville Community Development Club Festival location in the heart of Glenville on Highway 107 North.
Members of the GHS founding board, all present or former
residents of Glenville, are Carol Adams, Claudine Boyd, Nancy
Burnette, John Cassidy, Marietta and Don Domkowski, Chad
and Midge Drake, Malina and Phil Fowler, Carolyn and Woody
Haynes, Joy and Lambert Hooper, Bill Hutchison, Pearl Krepps,
Doug Odell, Lynn Riggsbee and Marvin Smith.
For additional information about the Glenville Historical Society call Carol Adams at (828) 743-1658, or email glenvillehistoricalsociety@yahoo.com.
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Mark Your Calendar
• Enrichment Classes, thru September, call the Center for
Life Enrichment for more information at (828) 526-8811.
• Summer House Idea Showhouse, to benefit the CashiersHighlands Humane Society, open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. MondaySaturday and Sunday 12-5 p.m., (828) 526-5577.
• Cashiers Designer Showhouse, thru September 2,
Cashiers Historical Society, (828) 743-7710.
• Lindsey Alley, thru September 3, Highlands Playhouse,
(828) 526-2695.
• Mountains In Bloom Garden Tour and Festival artists
featured thru September 8, The Bascom, (828) 526-4949.
• Her Impressions, a celebration of Mary Cassat and her
Impressionist peers, showing thru September 16, The
Bascom (828) 526-4949.
• Bascom’s Members Challenge, “Couples” thru October
14, The Bascom, to benefit Highlands/Cashiers Hospital
Healing Arts Project, (828) 526-4949.
• Alex Matisse: Ometto, thru October 21, The Bascom,
(828) 526-4949.
• Acclaimed pianist/organist, Randall Atcheson
performance, 4 p.m., Saturday, September 1, First
Presbyterian Church of Highlands, to benefit Highlands
Community Child Development Center, (828) 526-4765.
• Cashiers Arts and Crafts Fair, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., September
1-2, Cashiers Village Green, presented by Cashiers Valley
Rotary Club, (828) 743-5005.
• Village Square Art and Craft Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.,
September 1-2, Pine Street Park/Village Square, (828) 7872021.
• “Fox on the Fairway,” September 1-2, Martin-Lipscomb
Performing Arts Center, Highlands Cashiers Players, (828)
526-8084.
• Concert on the Slopes, Tuxedo Junction, 7 p.m., Sunday,
September 2, Sapphire Valley. (828) 743-7663
• Mountain High Dulcimer Club, 12 noon, Monday,
September 3, Highlands Methodist Church, (828) 7871586, or (828) 200-9532.
• Children Movies, 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, September 5,
Hudson Library, (828) 526-3031.
• Evenings at Lakeside to benefit the International
Friendship Center and Highlands Food Pantry, Wednesday,
September 5, Lakeside Restaurant (828) 526-9419.
• Cinema Buffs Movie, 4 p.m., Thursdays, September 6
and 20, Albert Carlton Cashiers-Community Library, (828)
743-0215.
• Fat Hat Clothing Trunk Show, September 7-9. Acorn’s,
(828) 787-1877.
• Gilliam’s Promise 5K Race, 8 a.m., Saturday, September
8, Highlands Rec Park. (828) 526-2220.
• Bel Canto, 4 p.m., Sunday, September 9, Martin Lipscomb
Performing Arts Center, (828) 526-1947 or (828) 526-2609.
• Story Swap, 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 11, Highlands
Writers Group, pre-registration is required, The Ugly Dog
Pub, (828) 369-1927.
• Fong Choo’s Miniature Teapots Workshop, 10 a.m.-4
p.m., September 11-15, The Bascom (828) 526-4949.
• Cashiers Bibliophiles, 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, September
12, Albert Carlton Cashiers Library, (828) 743-0215.
• Cashiers Writers Group, 12:30 p.m., Thursdays,
September 13 and 27, Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community
Library. (828) 743-0215.
Weekly Events
• Rotary Interact Club Bingo, 6:30 p.m., Thursday,
September 13, Highlands Community Building.
• Highlands Male Chorus, Thursday, September 13, Martin
Lipscomb Performing Arts Center, (828) 526-9047.
• Native Plant Symposium, September 14-15, Highlands
Biological Station, (828) 526-2221.
• Jan Barboglio Trunk Show, September 14-16. Acorn’s,
(828) 787-1877.
• Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society Stop n Adopt, 12-3
p.m., Saturday, Setmeber 15, Woofgang’s Bakery, (828)
743-9663.
• Dazzling Dahlias! Festival, 1-4 p.m., Saturday, September
15, Highlands Recreation Center, to benefit Highlands
Historical Society, (828) 526-9418,
• Seventh Annual Songwriters’ Round, 6 p.m., Saturday,
September 15, Mountaintop Golf and Lake Club, for Blue
Ridge School Educational Foundation, (828) 526-9186.
• Playfest II, 7 p.m., Saturday, September 15, Albert
Carlton Cashiers Library, (828) 743-0215.
• Bluegrass Duel featuring Nitrograss and Packway
Handle, 8 p.m., Saturday, September 15, Martin Lipscomb
Performing Arts Center, (828) 526-9047.
• Life in Balance Mini Retreats, 4-6 p.m., Sundays,
September 16 and 30, Old Edwards Inn, (828) 787-2626.
• In the Spirit of Plein Air, Oil Painting Workshop, 10 a.m.-4
p.m. September 17-21, The Bascom (828) 526-4949.
• Recently Released Movies, 2 p.m., Wednesday,
September 19, Hudson Library, (828) 526-3031.
• Highlands Cashiers Land Trust Eco Tour to Timber Ridge,
Thursday, September 20, reservations required, (828) 5261111 .
• Free Remodeling Seminar, 4:30-6 p.m., Friday, September
21, Welcome Home Kitchen & Bath, (828) 743-0770.
• William Yeoward Crystal Trunk Show, September 21-23.
Acorn’s, (828) 787-1877.
• Pancake Breakfast, 7:30-10:30 a.m., Saturday,
September 22, Scaly Mountain Women’s Club, Ole’ Scaly
School House.
• Cashiers Community Fish-Fry, 5:30 p.m. Saturday,
September 22, (828) 743-5191.
• American Craft Today, juried exhibition of fine craft
opening reception 6-8 p.m., September 22-December 29,
The Bascom, (828) 526-4949 .
• Acrylic Painting from Photo References, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.,
September 24-28, The Bascom (828) 526-4949.
• Village Nature Series: Hummingbirds: Delicate Gems or
Kings of the Sky, 7 p.m, Village Green, Tuesday, September
25, Highlands Cashiers Land Trust, (828) 526-1111.
• Highlands Cashiers Land Trust Elk Tour to Timber Ridge,
September 26, reservations required, (828) 526-1111 .
• Founders Day, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Thursday, September 27,
Zachary-Tolbert House, Cashiers Historical Society, (828)
743-7710.
• Jewelry Trunk Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., September 27-28,
Vivace-Cashiers. (828) 743-2800.
• Celebration! Art, Design, Craft annual event - live
and silent auction, cocktail buffet, 6:30 p.m., Saturday,
September 29, (828) 526-4949 .
• Betsy Paul Art Raffle benefitting Cashiers Glenville
Volunteer Fire Department, drawing September 29, (828)
743-0880.
Every Monday
• Core Yoga, 8:30 a.m., Cashiers Valley Fusion, (828) 743-9000.
• Hatha Level 1-2, 9:30 a.m., Yoga Highlands, (828) 526-8880.
• Fundamentals of Yoga-Beginners, 8:30 a.m., Cashiers Valley
Fusion, (828) 743-9000.
• Yoga All Levels, 5:30 p.m. Yoga Highlands, (828) 526-8880.
• Pilates with Sandi Trevathon, 4 p.m., Jane Woodruff Clinic,
Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, (828) 526-5862.
• Barn Jamming with James, Fressers Eatery, (828) 526-8847.
Every Tuesday
• Dulcimer Jam, 10 a.m., Bird Barn & Gift Emporium, (828) 7433797.
• Hatha Yoga-Level 1-2, 10:30 a.m., Cashiers Valley Fusion, (828)
743-9000.
• Highlands Rotary Club, noon, Highlands Community Center.
• Duplicate Bridge, 12:45 p.m., Albert Carlton-Cashiers
Community Library. (828) 743-0215.
• Weight Watchers, 5:30 p.m., Highlands Rec Park.
• Mat Pilates, 5:30 p.m., Cashiers Valley Fusion, (828) 743-9000.
Every Wednesday
• Highlands Mountaintop Rotary, 7:30 a.m., dining room at
Highlands-Cashiers Hospital.
• Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley, 8 a.m., Cashiers United
Methodist Church, (828) 743-2243.
• Mat Pilates, 9 a.m., Cashiers Valley Fusion, (828) 743-9000.
• Hatha Yoga Level 1-2, 9:30 a.m., Yoga Highlands, (828) 5268880.
• Cashiers Quilters Guild, 12:30 p.m., Cashiers Methodist
Church.
• Duplicate Bridge Games, 12:30 p.m., Highlands Civic Center.
• Mah Jong games open to the public, 1 p.m., Albert Carlton
Cashiers-Community Library, (828) 743-0215.
• Pilates with Sandi Trevathon, 4 p.m., Jane Woodruff Clinic
Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, (828) 526-5862.
• Slow Flow Yoga, 5:30 p.m., Cashiers Valley Fusion, (828) 7439000.
• Bluegrass, 8:30 p.m., Ugly Dog Pub, (828) 526-8364.
Every Thursday
• Fundamentals of Yoga-Beginners/Level 1, 10:30 a.m., Cashiers
Valley Fusion, (828) 743-9000.
• Yoga Foundations, 3:30 p.m. Yoga Highlands, (828) 526-8880.
• Zumba, 5:30 p.m., Cashiers Valley Fusion, (828) 743-9000.
Every Friday
• Mat Pilates, 9 a.m., Cashiers Valley Fusion, (828) 743-9000.
• Duplicate Bridge Games, 12:30 p.m., Highlands Civic Center.
• Live Music, 6 p.m.-close, Hummingbird Lounge, Old Edwards
Inn, (828) 787-2625.
Every Saturday
• Birding Field Trips, 7:30 a.m., Highlands Plateau Audubon
Society, meet at Highlands Town Hall, (828) 743-9670.
• Highlands Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m., Highlands School, (828)
526-4858.
• Yoga All Levels, 9:30 a.m., Yoga Highlands, (828) 526-8880.
• Vinyasa Flow Yoga, 9 a.m., Cashiers Valley Fusion, (828) 7439000.
• Bascom Community Knitters, 10 a.m., The Bascom, (828) 5264949.
• Live Music, 4:30 p.m., Wine Garden, Madison’s, (828) 7872625.
• Live Music, 6 p.m.-close, Hummingbird Lounge, Old Edwards
Inn, (828) 787-2625.
Every Sunday
• Live Music, 4:30 p.m., Wine Garden, Madison’s, (828) 7872625.
For a comprehensive list of events, join www.highlands-cashierscalendar.com
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Cover Artist William Jameson
B
orn in 1944 in Honea Path, South Carolina, William
Jameson has always felt strong ties to his native region. Today, he and his wife Anne, also a painter,
reside and paint in Saluda, North Carolina.
Bill credits growing up surrounded by the natural
beauty and rich history of South Carolina with inspiring his childhood ambitions of becoming an artist. After
studying with Frank Rampola at the Ringling School of
Art and Design in Florida, Jameson continued his studies
while teaching landscape painting and life drawing as a
graduate assistant at the Instituto Allende in San Miguel
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de Allende, Mexico.
Bill has drawn inspiration from a wide array of bodies
of work, ranging from the drypoint etchings of American
landscape artist Chauncey Foster Ryder to the Renaissance masterpieces of Titian.
Bill’s passion for history and nature allow him to create
introspective landscapes embodying the full range of local color and timeless contrasts.
He rejects the term “scene” in reference to his works;
rather, he defines his landscapes as “explorations.” This
approach to his subject matter enables Bill to create
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compositions that go beyond mere depictions of the surface beauty offered
by the landscape. Jameson explores his
subject matter in detail, and in the process reveals the mystery and profound
power of nature. The effect is literal and
sentimental interpretation of nature.
Each painting is a reflection of the dual
relationship between man and nature,
painter and observer.
“Ideally, I am inclined to think about
the landscape without the intrusion of
man and his continual need to build
something, to tear up and rearrange
the earth. On the other hand, it’s man’s
presence that sometimes provides the
provoking subject. My love for the natural landscape of the South is inherited
culturally and geographically. I love the
land for it’s history, its harshness and its
beauty.”
William’s work can be found locally at
John Collette Fine Art located at Highway 107 in Cashiers. The gallery can be
reached by calling (828) 743-7977.
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Simply Gourd-geous
by Donna Rhodes
S
usan Davis is hopelessly in love with gourds.
She adores their shape, their texture, their organic line, and their utility. She saws, carves,
weaves, coils, burns (pyrography), Dremels, (to
create a 3-D effect or filigree), paints, alcohol-inks,
and/or custom stains each piece. She emphasizes
the gourd’s inherent beauty or humor, matching its
form to its inspired function.
Susie Q, as her patrons know her, has been gourding since 1985. She says, “I loved art my whole life.
After a divorce I did some painting to earn extra
money for my kids. Someone put a gourd in my
hand. The moment I made my first cut, something
magic happened. I gave up all other art for gourds,
because they simply delight my heart.” She adds,
“The good Lord makes ‘em and I embellish ‘em.”
Susie Q is famous for her leaf gourds, garnished
with all the rich golds, reds and rusts of the fall season. She sells her work all over the region. In the
Highlands area many of her vessels, birdhouses,
dippers, musical instruments, animals, pitchers for
dried flower arrangements, Christmas ornaments,
jewelry, and more can be found at Jackson Hole and
Jill’s Consignment and Gallery. Her work also can be
found at Mountain Made in Franklin, Cottage Craft
in Bryson City, Bear Den in Cashiers, and Mountain
Made in Asheville at the Grove Arcade.
She even does custom work for one-of-a-kind
wedding, anniversary, or special occasion gifts. Egg
gourd Christmas ornaments, hand painted with
mountain scenery, cabins, bears and snowmen are
a holiday specialty. She also teaches classes for all
ages. She will appear locally on News 13 in late
September demonstrating her artsy craft, as she
dubs it.
Her studio and shed are loaded with gourds of all
shapes, sizes and dimensions. Where does she get
them all? She grows some herself, and purchases
others from local growers. It can take as much as a
year for a gourd to grow, mature, season, and dry.
Then there is a tedious cleaning process outside
and in. All that before the artist ever gets to the
cutting and staining, etc. So when you purchase a
hand-painted gourd, you are investing in the time,
love, and labor poured into its creation.
See more of Susie Q’s work at Jill’s Consignment
Shop in Highlands. Her art can also be viewed on
her website at www.susieqgourds.com. It’s time to
get gourd-geous!
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Fall Into Fun at The Bascom
by Donna Rhodes
The Bascom’s annual Celebration! art event highlights this fall’s offerings.
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he Bascom is putting the fun in fund-raiser for its fall
event, Celebration! On September 28th and 29th immerse yourself in a treasure trove of fine craft. The
itinerary will include a patrons-only cocktail reception; artists’ demonstrations, such as woodturning and clay construction; a panel on “Collecting Craft: A Love Affair,” silent
auction (the 29th) and cocktail buffet. The festivities will culminate in a live auction (also the 29th) of select craft hand
made by outstanding American artists in the mediums of
wood, ceramics, glass, jewelry, sculpture, fiber, metal, furniture, baskets and more. Karl Green, Director of European
and American Furniture and Decorative Arts of Bonhams
New York, will serve as guest auctioneer and direct the live
auction sale. For more information or to purchase tickets for
the auction/reception at 6:30 p.m., artist meet-and-greet,
curator led pre-auction viewing at 5:30 p.m., and benefactor
reception at a private home, Friday the 28th, call (828) 5264949 or visit www.thebascom.org/events.
And while having a love affair with craft, enjoy two fine exhibitions. Art Rosenbaum: Voices, showing through November 10th in the Loft Gallery, depicts rural Southern life with
combinations of both real and imagined people, places and
events. The expressionistic figurative style and thematic elements are evocatively updated versions of the 1930’s American painting scene. Ethnographer, as well as artist, Rosenbaum brings storytelling to the viewer in the form of folktale
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paintings full of vibrant, sweeping color.
American Craft Today, on view September 22nd (opening
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.) through December 29th in the Bunzl Gallery offers a prestigious, juried exhibition of one-of-a-kind
fine craft. Approximately 50 craftspeople will be selected
from across the nation to exhibit baskets, ceramics, decorative and wearable fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather,
metal, mixed media, paper and wood craft objects created
by some of America’s most skilled and visionary artists. This
year’s juror is Mark Leach, the Executive Director of The
Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art.
With the summer drawing to a close it’s time to think
about nurturing your artistic soul. There are plenty of ways
to do that at The Bascom starting with oil painting with
Ken Backhaus’ workshop: In the Spirit of Plein Air, Oil Painting, September 17th through 21st, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
If you prefer water media, check out Acrylic Painting from
Photo References with Ann Strub, September 24th through
28th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If 3-D is more your style,
Suze Lindsay’s From Wheel to the Tabletop, September 5th
through 8th, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. is for you. For a real
treat, register for Fong Choo’s Miniature Teapots workshop
September 11th through 15th, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
For more information about Celebration! or details on
other classes, events, exhibitions and more call (828) 5264949 or visit www.thebascom.org.
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Katie Dobson Cundiff
the Southeast (PAP-SE), and a sighe painting raffle prize for Sepnature member of Plein Air Floritember is an original oil paintda, Katie’s work has been featured
ing entitled “Carolina Farm”
in American Art Collector and
created and donated by Katie Dobson
American Artists Magazine, and
Cundiff. Katie was here in July for the
at the Museum of Florida Art and
Cashiers Plein Air Festival and graCulture in Sebring, Florida. Juried
ciously donated her painting to the
exhibits include those of Oil Paintart raffle which benefits the Cashiersers of America, American Women
Glenville Fire Department.
Artists, and American ImpressionKatie acquired an early appreciaists. She is currently represented
tion for the fine arts, drawing, and
by Dovetail Antiques in Cashiers,
painting, under the tutelage of artCoconut Grove Gallery of Fine
ist parents. Early works resulted in
The Betsy Paul art raffle for the Cashiers Glenville
Art, Coconut Grove, Florica, and
scholarships from National ScholasVolunteer Fire Department will be held on
Mountainsong Galleries in Carmel
tics Magazine and the Croation FraSeptember 29th in the afternoon. For more
by the Sea, California. She curternal Union, earning a B.A. in Fine
information, call (828) 743-0880.
rently teaches figure drawing at
Arts and Painting from Ringling College of Art and Design. A love of the out of doors combined RCAD and gives monthly plein air workshops in oils in Sarawith painting has produced numerous awards and recogni- sota, Florida.
Viewers are invited to see each month’s raffle item on distion in plein air events. Her work also includes still life, figurative, and wildlife, and has been featured on apparel and play from 9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday
print for Ducks Unlimited, National Wild Turkey Federation, at Betsy Paul Properties, 870 Highway 64 West, Cashiers,
Quail Unlimited, The Billfish Foundation, Safari Clubs Inter- North Carolina. Checks can also be mailed directly to the
Cashiers-Glenville Fire Department, P.O. Box 713, Cashiers,
national, and Gulf Coast Conservation Association.
A member of Oil Painters of America, American Women North Carolina, 28717. For more information contact Betsy
artists, American Impressionist Society, Plein Air Painters of Paul Properties, (828) 743-0880.
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The Arts
Art League of
Highlands
Contributed by Susan Bauknight and Zach Claxton
The 2011 group project of the Children’s Art Camp for 2011, sponsored
by The Bascom and The Art League of Highlands
I
n July 1980 when a group of 17 area artists decided to organize themselves and met for the first time, they formed
the core of what was to become The Art League of Highlands. This group, whose purpose was to be a support group
for the visual arts in Highlands and Cashiers, along with 14
others, held the group’s first juried show in October 1980.
By May 1982, more than 50 people counted themselves
members of the organization, but it wasn’t until 1984 that,
over a bottle of wine, that Helene and Jack Sparks, Duncan
Greenlee and Elsa Sibley settled on the official name of the
organization. Today, the Art League of Highlands has well
over 100 members, many of them artists, but many others
of different backgrounds whose love of the visual arts draws
them together.
Formed as a 501c3 organization, the Art League has, from
its beginning, taken a special interest in art education for
children. Before Highlands School had an art teacher, the
League would bus school children to a facility known as the
“Studio for the Arts,” where music and theater were included in the program. After an art program was established at
the school, the League started an after-school enrichment
program at the Bascom-Louise Gallery of the Hudson Library. Scholarships were awarded to exceptionally talented
older students. A pre-school program was also initiated in
area pre-schools to introduce toddlers to supervised easel
time done with a variety of implements and brushes.
The Art League created The Children’s Task force in 2007,
which sponsored a once-a- week afternoon children’s art
camp the Civic Center. League members took turns teaching
until the second year of camp, when the newly completed
Bascom began co-sponsoring the camp under the direction
of Susan Nastasic. In 2012 The Bascom has taken on a major
role. Young participants get to take home a weekly project,
and also complete group projects that you can see in the
lobby of The Civic Center.
You can count on the Art League of Highlands continuing
to focus on the art education of area children.
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20th Annual Bel Canto Recital
Contributed by Janet Grantham
This year’s Bel Cano Recital will be held on September 9th at Highlands Performing Arts Center
J
ust a short time left to get tickets to the
20 Annual Bel Canto Recital! This year will
feature four performers in a performance
of “beautiful singing” in a repertoire ranging
from Vincenzo Bellini to Andrew Lloyd Weber,
from Georges Bizet to Sigmund Romberg, from
Guiseppe Verdi to Jacques Offenbach, all accompanied by the wonderful playing of Dr. Stephen Dubberly on piano.
Bel Canto’s 20 recital will take place on September 9th, 2011 at the Martin-Lipscomb Performing Arts Center at 4:00 p.m. As always, the
performance will be followed by a sumptuous
dinner at the Highlands Country Club. A portion
of every ticket sold goes to support three local
organizations – the music program at Highlands
School, the Highlands Community Child Development Center and the permanent collection of
The Bascom Arts Center. To contact Bel Canto
for tickets, please call (828) 526-1947 or (828)
526-2609.
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Bluegrass Duel at Highlands PAC
itrograss vs. Packway Handle Band.
most acoustic groups lack today. The
It all started in Athens, Georgia in
percussive banjo of two-time national
2001 during a most peculiar spell
champion Charles Wood lays the foundawhen five or six bluegrass bands circulattion for the band’s unique style; merged the town. The famous Athens, which
ing traditional Scruggs-style banjo with
had once spawned the B-52s, REM, Widerhythmic motifs reminiscent of ZZ Top
spread Panic, and countless other indie,
and the Allman Brothers. Next up is the
pop and punk acts, was now the home to
lock-chop of Caleb Hanks’ mandolin,
a competing minority of bluegrass playfrom which occasional melodic passages
ers. The Packway Handle Band emerged
erupt with fire. Micah Hanks offers an infrom this small scene, finding national
tuitive array of acoustic guitar parts that
acclaim first as finalists at the Telluride
are both anticipatory and improvisationBluegrass Competition in 2002 and 2003, The Packway Handle Band will take on Ni- al, with the two brothers layering their
then taking second place in 2004. PHB trograss in a Bluegrass Duel on September strong vocal harmonies over the mix in a
has emerged at the national forefront of
sonic separation that could make a Ken15th at Highlands
bands that use a gather-around-the-mic
tucky moon rise on demand. Finally, the
style. The band now plays upward of 200 shows a year in the back beat of Dakota “Smoky” Wadell’s bass lines pushes the
US and Europe. It’s obvious their enthusiasm and sense of music of this southeastern powerhouse into a foray beyond
humor are honest, and that what they do appeals to broad the frontiers most acoustic musicians dare travel.
audiences, even those who don’t normally listen to blueThe Bluegrass Duel will be at PAC on Saturday, September
grass. You’re not going to say you’ve heard this band before, 15th, at 8:00 p.m. Tickets $25 may be purchased online
unless you actually have.
at www.highlandspac.org or by calling (828) 526-9047. HighNitrograss sprung to life from the heart of the rural Ap- lands PAC is located on 507 Chestnut Street.
palachians with one singular mission: to take the bluegrass
Mark your calendar for the Nashville Bluegrass Band perworld by storm. Nitrograss certainly wields a fierceness forming at PAC on Saturday, October 20th.
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Playhouse Presents Lindsey Alley
by Luke Osteen
H
Gabe Russo will capture the subighlands Playhouse closlime magic of Hoboken’s favores out its season with
ite son with “An Intimate Evea
one-woman
show
ning with Frank Sinatra.” Russo
by Lindsey Alley, through
will be appearing October 5th
September 3rd.
through 14th.
Arising from her own experiBorn in the 1950s in Philaences in the Entertainment Indelphia, Gabe comes from a
dustry (including a childhood
showbiz family. His aunt, Helen
stint as a Mouseketeer in the
O’Connell, sang with the Dors1990s revival of “The Mickey
eys and his father was a saloon
Mouse Club”) and working with
crooner of renown from Baltisome of its most famous players,
more to New York. As a boy, he
her one-woman show “Lindsey
received vocal instruction from
Who?” is what happens when
Lindsey Alley brings her talents to the Highlands Playhouse
Stoddard Smith and made soshow tunes and stand-up colstage through September 3rd.
loist in the St. Johns Cathedral
lide. Lindsey is singlehandedly
Mens Choir.
reinventing the great American
Gabe began singing, tuxedo and all, with his father and
club act. As a vocalist, she knows her way around a song
– be it pop, original, or that standard you’re dying to hear pianist Junie Price at the age of eight. They continued to
one more time. And if that isn’t enough, she holds it all occasionally perform together, into the 1980s, in night
together with personal stories that most people would be clubs all over the Northeast. Gabe’s background of “youthful crooning,” along with his years of acting and solo pertoo embarrassed to tell.
In a memorable evening of belting and belly laughs, Lind- forming make him uniquely able to capture the ease and
sey lets it all hang out, which prompts her mother’s unso- comfort on stage that typify the best of the crooners of
bygone days.
licited stock apology, “I tried. I tried and I failed.”
For information, tickets or to reserve the Playhouse, stop
Even though Ms. Alley closes out the season proper, the
Playhouse has a surprise for October – legendary crooner by the Box Office at 326 Oak Street or call (828) 526-2695.
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The Fox on the Fairway
by Wiley Sloan
It’s laughter on the links as the Highlands-Cashiers Players present “The Fox on the Fairway,” playing through September 2nd at the
Martin-Lipscomb Performing Arts Center in Highlands.
M
any of you are familiar with the work of playwright
Ken Ludwig. From the very beginning, he was a
star with his first Broadway play, “Lend Me a Tenor” (1989), being nominated for a Tony Award. This prolific
writer has captured the hearts of American Theatre goers
with well-known plays such as “Crazy for You” and “Moon
over Buffalo” and so many more. A native of Pennsylvania,
Ludwig attended Haverford College, Harvard Law School
and Trinity College at Cambridge University before embarking on his writing career.
“The Fox on the Fairway” (2010) is one of Ludwig’s most
recent works. It debuted in the Washington, D.C. area to
rave reviews. A tribute to the great English farces of the
1930s and 1940s, “The Fox” highlights the idiosyncrasies of
the stuffy members of a private country club.
HCP Director Tanji Armor comments, “This is the third
play by Ludwig that I have directed, and like all his plays
it is hilariously funny. Two rival country clubs, Quail Valley
and Crouching Squirrel, are preparing for their annual golf
tournament competition. There’s mischief afoot as each
club manager, Bingham played by Stuart Armor, and Dickie,
played by Chris Hess, attempt to add a top player to the lineup and win an outrageous bet while passionate relationships develop among young and older club members.”
Other cast members include Ronnie Spilton as Pamela,
Laura Zepeda as Muriel, Michelle Hott as Louise, and Lance
Trudel as Justin. Virginia Talbot tells me, “This show is hilarious and I think country club members will relate. Theatre
goers will explode with laughter.”
The show will run through September 2nd. For tickets,
call the box office at (828) 526-8084 or visit the website at
www.highlandscashiersplayers.org.
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Altitudes Restaurant at Skyline Lodge
by Wiley Sloan
J
ust a scenic five minute drive
meats. Guests rave about Altifrom Main Street, Highlands,
tudes slow roasted bone-in Prime
is the old-world Frank LloydRib of beef, available in Petite,
style resort which has been a
Queen and (truly) King sized porpart of the Highlands’ community
tions. Looking for something over
since its inception in 1929. Nesthe top? With 24-hours notice,
tled atop a 4,300 foot high mounAltitudes serves Chateaubriand
tain, the Skyline Lodge is surfor two or Roast Rack of Lamb.
rounded by 50 magnificent acres
Carved tableside - this is truly a
of old-growth conifers and hardmeal to remember.
woods. The deluxe retreat was
Altitudes resident pastry Chef
constructed of chestnut, native
LouLou’s homemade desserts
stone and hand-cut cedar shakes,
with a cup of fresh ground cofto cater to the wealthy of the
fee definitely put the finishing
1930’s. It continues to be Hightouches on your meal! She recEnjoy the jazz offerings of Hal Phillips.
lands’ “best kept secret,” and a
ommends the Lemon Cheesecake
delight to adventurous travelers.
drizzled with Chambord sauce.
When you are looking for that
Chocolate lovers take notice - the
perfect evening, spruce up a little. Put
flourless chocolate cake is chock full
on your favorite “Mountain Smart”
of pecans and layered with chocolate
attire and head on out the Cashiers
ganache, mercy! Daily feature info is
Highway (US 64). Turn onto Flat Mounalways available on the Lodge’s Facetain Road and follow for two miles.
book page.
The “loose moose” mascot will point
Skyline Lodge and Altitude’s Restauthe way!
rant is the perfect spot for group getEnjoy your favorite cocktail on the
togethers, from family reunions to spedining terrace as the sun sets behind
cial birthday bashes! The Restaurant
Altutudes Restaurant is located
the mountains. Martini lovers clamor
has great meeting/dining spaces, and
in Skyline Lodge.
for the Lodge’s Pineoli Bleu Cheese
they help to plan your occasion. The
stuffed olives. Gentle breezes stir the
facility offers gorgeous vistas, a wedtrees as seasoned piano player Hal
ding amphitheater style deck, and rePhillips fills the air with delightful jazz melodies.
ception packages to take the stress off of today’s busy
The Altitudes Restaurant’s diverse menu has some- bride. In-house consultants help you plan every detail.
thing for everyone. Begin with the Escargot en CrouteAltitudes is open nightly from 5:30 p.m. until 10:00
tasty escargot sautéed in garlic, butter and white wine p.m., Wednesdays through Saturdays. Enjoy breakfast at
served on wilted spinach and roasted red peppers. My Skyline on Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00
personal favorite is the Maryland style crab cake served a.m. The crowds gather regularly for The Lodge’s famous
with caper remoulade. I love the lettuce wedge but my “Endless Champagne” Sunday Brunch served from 12
wife’s favorite is the Caprese salad. The homemade noon to 2:00 p.m. weekly. Reservations are definitely
dressings really take it over the top!
recommended. Call (800)-5-Skyline (575-9546) or go onEntrées include fresh seafood, poultry, pastas and red line. Altitudes hopes to serve you soon!
For information on dining in Highlands and Cashiers visit
thelaurelmagazine.com/cashiersnc_dining.php and
thelaurelmagazine.com/highlandsnc_dining.php
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Scaly Mountain Pancake Breakfast
P
lan to bring your famorder takeout, if you choose.
ily and friends to Scaly
Proceeds from the event
Mountain for a scrumpprovide scholarships for lotious breakfast in the mouncal students of all ages who
tains at the historic old Scaly
wish to continue their postSchool House. The buildsecondary education. They
ing is located on the corner
also benefit area non-profit
of North Carolina Highway
human service agencies that
106 and Buck Knob Road in
serve the Scaly Mountain
“downtown Scaly.” These
community. Come to all six
breakfasts are held on
of the breakfasts and join the
the fourth Saturday - May
best cooks in Western North
through October from 7:30
Carolina for a morning of funto 10:30 a.m.
-enjoying the friendly folks in
This is the eighth year that
Scaly Mountain and an unforthe women in Scaly Moungettable breakfast.
The next Pancake Breakfast is September 22nd
tain Women’s Club have
Come between 7:30 and
sponsored these breakfasts.
10:30 a.m. on the fourth SatThey will feature a full meal of piping hot homemade pan- urday of each month through October to the Scaly Mouncakes (with or without blueberries), patty sausage, coffee tain Women’s Club Breakfasts during the 2012 season. The
and juice. Guests will be treated to a seated meal either in remaining dates of the breakfasts are September 22nd and
the old school house or on the deck overlooking the moun- October 27th. Mark your calendar and don’t miss coming
tains when the weather is nice. Cost is $5.50 for adults and with your family and friends. For additional information,
$3.50 for children. The breakfast will be cooked by mem- contact Susan Bankston at (828) 526-9952 or visit www.scabers’ husbands and served by club members - or you may lymountainwomensclub.org.
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Evenings at Lakeside
by Luke Osteen
Lakeside Restaurant continues its legacy of caring with an evening devoted to the International Friendship Center
and the Highlands Food Pantry, September 5th.
L
akeside Restaurant owners Donna Wood and Marty
Rosenfeld have long been supporters of worthy local
causes.
That’s why it’s no surprise that for the last five years their
restaurant, practically a Highlands institution, has offered
“Evenings at Lakeside.”
These Wednesday night events raise much-needed funds
for local charities.
“There are so many worthy causes that do so much for
our beautiful community, which shapes Highlands into Highlands,” explains Marty. “The hearts and souls of many people that live here, even if part time, reflect what makes this
place we call home so special.”
About five years ago, Marty came up with a good solution and a win/win for Lakeside and local non-profits. He
and his staff set aside Wednesday nights in the season for
non-profits to “claim their Evening at Lakeside.” The charities can select their date, but then it is up to them to market
to their boards and supporters to make reservations on their
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chosen date.
When making your reservation on the designated nonprofit date, mention you are there for that organization and
Lakeside will donate 15 percent of your guest check to your
favorite organization.
“What can be more fun than good food, relaxing atmosphere, good service and a room full of like-minded friends?”
says Marty.
Mark your calendar for September 5th. That’s when Lakeside will be supporting the International Friendship Center
and the Highlands Food Pantry. The Friendship Center provides assistance and understanding to local workers and
guests trying to support themselves and their families in
Highlands and Cashiers. The Food Pantry is a source of good,
nutritious food for local families and individuals, a lifeline
during the long winter in Highlands.
To make reservations or for more information, call (828)
526-9419. Lakeside Restaurant is located at 531 Smallwood
Avenue in Highlands, one block from Main Street.
dining
The Pizza Place
by Wiley Sloan
N
about). “Making most of our items
ative Highlander Nick McCall
in-house takes more time but it is
is excited to be at the helm
something that we are passionate
of this Highlands landmark.
about,” Nick says. “That special
He has worked there for many years
homemade touch is what we pride
making pizzas, calzones and all the
ourselves in.”
delicious items that you love. With
In addition to the large variety of
new ideas brimming from his cup,
pizzas, you’ll find delicious salads,
he is busily putting his own signahot and cold sandwiches-even a
ture on the menu and the décor.
special kids menu. Customer favorPizza Place regulars will notice
ites include the Greek and the Gorthe subtle changes in the décor.
gonzola salads. I have a hard time
New booths fill the upstairs dinchoosing between the French dip or
ing area. The large bar is gone and
the Muffuletta with its homemade
there is room for larger crowds.
olive spread. The Pizza Place’s Meat
Downstairs booths are sporting
lasagna is a customer favorite too.
new colors. Nick tells me, “During
Find your favorite bottle and craft
this busy summer season there isn’t
beers in addition to your favorite
time to do all that we want to do,
soft drinks or fresh ice tea. A longbut you’ll love the finished prodtime favorite on Main Street conuct.”
tinues to serve delicious food in a
The upstairs dining area is the
perfect place for that birthday parfamily-friendly atmosphere. The
Pizza Place of Highlands is located
ty, high school or college reunion
Nick McCall
at 365 Main Street. Call ahead and
or just a place for friends to watch
place your order at (828) 526-5660
their favorite game. Grab a quick
or get it to go. Hours are Monday through Thursday 11:00
bite or come, relax, and visit with friends.
Nick is excited to offer his own recipe for the pizza sauces a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 11:00
and dough (including gluten-free dough that people rave p.m., Sunday 12 noon to 8:00 p.m.
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Sixth Annual Culinary Weekend
Contributed by Laura Huerta
T
The Sixth Annual Culinary Weekend begins Thursday, November 8th.
he 6th Annual Culinary Weekend takes place Thursday,
November 8th through Sunday, November 11th. Join us
as we embrace an amazing weekend of food, wine and
fun in the beautiful mountains of Highlands..
Kick off the weekend at the Opening Night Celebration,
Thursday, November 8th, at 7:00 p.m., held at the esteemed
Highlands Country Club. Enjoy fine wines and delectable cuisine
of Highlands’ local chefs. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, fill
your itineraries with an array of activities, tastings and dinners
hosted by local restaurants, merchants and accommodations.
Plan to attend the annual Sip & Stroll Saturday, November 10th
from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. in our beautiful downtown area.
This years participating restaurants include; Cyprus International Cuisine, Fresser’s Eatery, Kilwin’s, Lakeside Restaurant, Old Edwards Inn & Spa, Ruka’s Table, The Gamekeeper’s
Tavern, The Ugly Dog Pub, Rosewood Market, Ghangri Asian
Fusion Restaurant and Wolfgang’s Restaurant & Wine Bistro.
Participating Wineries include; Empire Distributors, Mutual
Distributing, Lambert Bridge, Silver Oak Cellars, Davis Family
Vineyards, Caymus Vineyards, Schug Carneros Estate Winery
and Mollydooker. Sip & Stroll participants include; 4th Street
Boutique, Acorns & Acorns on Church, Alexandra’s Boutique,
ck SWAN, The Christmas Tree on Main, Drake’s Diamond Gallery, Highlands Fine Art and Estate Jewelry, Hen House, Highland Hiker Shoes, Mountain Fresh Grocery, Oakleaf Flower &
Garden, The Spa Boutique at Old Edwards Inn & Spa, TJ Baileys,
To the Nines, Vivace and Xtreme Threads.
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“Culinary Weekend is just around the corner,” said Laura
Huerta, Manager of Lakeside Restaurant and Chair of Highlands Culinary Weekend Committee. “Our website is updated
and there are event booklets circulating throughout town.
We’re excited to showcase this great line up of local chefs and
wineries. Don’t miss the opportunity to be a part of this special
weekend.”
Tickets to the Opening Night Celebration are $75 and can
be purchased in advance via the website www.highlandsculinaryweekend.com or by calling The Chamber of Commerce at (866)
526-5841.
The Highlands Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitor
Center is presenting sponsor of Culinary Weekend. Event
sponsors include; The Laurel Magazine, Old Edwards Inn
& Spa, Drake’s Diamond Gallery, WHLC 104.5, The Highlander Newspaper, Inland Seafood and A Moment In
Time Photography.
The Highlands Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitor
Center is a catalyst for planning, programs and services that
promote a favorable business and visitors climate while nurturing the natural beauty and cultivating the uniqueness that is
Highlands. The Highlands Visitor Center is open Monday-Friday
from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00
p.m. For more information, sponsorship opportunities or to be
a part of the 6th Annual Culinary Weekend, please call (866)
526-5841 or (828) 526-5841 or view the event webpage at
www.highlandsculinaryweekend.com.
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Moonshine, Mountains and an
Irish Autum Kiss
Kick Up Your Fall Entertaining with Fun Cocktails
T
he days may not be so bright and balmy—yet the quiet and melancholy
that linger around them is fraught with glory. Over everything connected
with autumn there lingers some golden spell—some unseen influence that
penetrates the soul with its mysterious power. – Northern Advocate
The change of season stirs something in the soul, particularly when that season is autumn in the mountains. For Thomas Keenan, it also has him stirring up
something delicious behind the bar. Thomas dreams up inspiring libations for
guests of Old Edwards Inn and Spa. “The autumn, with its spicy array of colors
and flavors, provides endless inspiration for cocktails. From the warm and toasty
to the creamy and spiced, it’s a season of change and sampling something new,”
says Thomas.
Thomas shared some of his favorite fall cocktail recipes with us so you can
give them a try. He says, “Just have fun with them by picking some of your favorite fall herbs and spices for garnishes. The same things you would use in your
Thanksgiving dishes and desserts make for delicious ingredients and garnishes
for fun fall cocktails.
A Proper Greeting
The autumn months bring a lot of gatherings of friends
and family. Greet them at the door with a colorful libation
to set the tone for the evening to come. “I recommend the
Autumn Martini as a greeting cocktail,” Thomas says. “The
floating orange wheel on top adds a festive touch. The cinnamon on the rim wafts into their senses. And the popular
elderflower liqueur gives it that little something that makes
them go ‘yum.’ The martini glasses look beautiful on a tray
with the orange wheels creating an alluring pattern when
repeated. And the cocktail has a light feel to it, just right for a
smooth beginning.
Autumn Martini Recipe
2 Lemon wedge
½ pear
1.5oz Gin
1oz Elder flower liquor
Splash of Maple Syrup
Cinnamon Sugar to rim glass
Orange slice to garnish
Add the lemon wedges and the pear to your cocktail shaker. Add your gin and elderflower liquor and very lightly
muddle these ingredients together. Add the splash of
maple syrup; shake these ingredients over ice until chilled.
Rim the Martini glass with cinnamon sugar and strain your
cocktail into the glass. Float a thin orange slice on top and
it is ready to serve.
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Thomas Keenan, mixologist at Madison’s Resaurant,
shares a few of his autumn moonshine creations.
dining
From the Bootlegger’s List—to Kick up the Party, Mountain Style
“The Caramel Apple cocktail tastes like fall harvest season in the mountains, while imbuing a fun bit of authentic mountain culture,” says Thomas, “which comes in the form
of moonshine.” He pronounces the word with a heavy Irish brogue. Which might leave
you to wonder how much an Irishman who came to the United States as a hospitality
industry graduate in 2009 would know about authentic North Carolina Mountain culture. Thomas says, “The fact is, our two cultures have deeply connected roots.”
Those roots go back to the early 1700s, when the Scotch-Irish came to America and
settled in the Appalachian region. Highlands itself has a rich Scotch-Irish beginning.
Keenan says, “A lot of what our Irish ancestors brought with them became integrated
into the culture of these mountains, including music and dance—and our longstanding
tradition of whiskey making.”
Appalachian farmers adopted the techniques and began using their crops of corn in
lieu of barley or rye. The whiskey produced in Appalachia region at that time eventually came to be called “moonshine” because its producers ran their operations at
night—by the light of the moon— to avoid being discovered…and arrested. Today, legal iterations of moonshine have come onto the market and are finding their way into
interesting cocktail creations. Thomas says you can sample more of these moonshine
inspired cocktails on Old Edwards “Bootlegger’s List” this fall.
View the recipe for The Caramel Apple Cocktail (pictured left) and others at
www.thelaurelmagazine.com
A Season of Spice
Another great entertaining technique is to have something
aromatic simmering that your guests smell when they walk
in. And Mulled Wine is like the fall season all packed into a
steamy mug. Scents of cinnamon, clove, bay leaf and star
anise, make it a cozy welcome for friends and families. “Old
Edwards serves a version of this called Glühwein,” says
Thomas. “With our German chef in house, this was a natural
for us around the fall and holiday season.”
Mulled Wine Recipe
1 Bottle of Red Wine( I like Merlot)
1 Cup of Red port | 3 Bay leaves
1 Cinnamon stick | 1 Whole Orange
1 Whole Lemon | Star Anise
Half cup of Sugar | 6-10 Cloves
Half cup of Grand Marnier
Add the red wine into a deep sauce pan with the port, bay
leaves, cinnamon, star anise, cloves and turn up the heat to
Mid-high. Cut the orange and lemon in half and squeeze them
into the sauce pan. Put the remains of the oranges and lemons into the pan also. Add the sugar and stir. Bring to just before boiling and reduce heat and leave for a half hour to sit.
After 30mins taste and sweeten if necessary. Remove from
the heat and add the Gran Marnier but keep stirring (always
add once off the heat to ensure you don’t burn off the alcohol
or kill the flavor for the Grand Marnier). Strain through a muslin cloth and your hot beverage is ready to serve.
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dining
On the Verandah Introduces Sushi Night
Photo by Gil Stose
O
n the Verandah is cooking outside the box for the
month of September and bringing their own twist
on sushi to the top of the mountain. Join Executive
Chef Andrew Figel and Head Mixologist Trae Ellison on Sundays in September starting on the 9th from 4:00 p.m. until
7:00 p.m. for Sushi Sundays. Executive Chef Andrew Figel
will be preparing specialty Nigiri, Maki Rolls, Ahi Tuna, and
Hamachi to delight your taste buds. Head Mixologist Trae
will be enhancing your sushi experience with Sparkling
Sake and will be unveiling his “Ultimate Sake Martini.” Let
On the Verandah change your perception of sushi.
More than a meal, On the Verandah is an experience that
one should not miss when visiting picturesque Highlands.
Nestled on the banks of Lake Sequoyah, On the Verandah
has something for everyone. From fresh caught seafood
to dry-aged steaks prepared fresh nightly, accompanied
by a signature wine from the over 200 available options.
Join them nightly for dinner from 6:00 p.m. Stop by before
dinner to enjoy delicious small plates paired with signature cocktails nightly in the bar from 4:00 p.m. Finish your
evening with a homemade dessert complimented by an
after dinner cordial. Champagne Brunch on Sundays from
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. featuring their signature Bloody
Mary Bar.
For reservations call (828) 526-2338 or www.OpenTable.
com, or visit www.ontheverandah.com.
For information on dining in Highlands and Cashiers visit
thelaurelmagazine.com/cashiersnc_dining.php and
thelaurelmagazine.com/highlandsnc_dining.php
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Your Guide to the Restaurants
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Lunch
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Highlands’ Restaurants
23 Steps Steak House • Main Street/Oak Street • 828-787-2200
$ ¢-$ $-$$ • • • • C • • • •
Altitude Restaurant at Skyline Lodge • Flat Mtn. Road • 828-526-2121
$ $$$$ • • • • • NC • • • •
Bella’s Junction Cafe • 20 Old Mud Creek Road, Scaly, NC • 828-526-0803 ¢ ¢ ¢ ¢-$ • • C •• •
The Bistro at Wolfgang’s • 460 Main Street • 828-526-3807
$-$$ • •• • NC • L • •
Cyprus International Cuisine • 490 Dillard Road • 828-526-4429$$$ • •• • NC • L •
Dusty’s • 493 Dillard Road • 828-526-2762
¢ ¢ • • C • • • •
El Azteca • 70 Highlands Plaza • 828-526-2244$ $$ • • • • C • L •
Flip Side • 30 Dillard Road • 828-526-4241¢ $ • • • • C • • • •
Fressers Eatery • Helen’s Barn • 828-526-4188
$ $ $-$$ • • • • C/NC • • •
Highlands Smokehouse • 595 Franklin Road • 828-526-5000$ $ • • • • C • • • •
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The Kitchen CarryAway & Catering • 350 S. Fifth St. • 828-526-2110$-$$ $-$$ • • •
Lakeside Restaurant • Smallwood Avenue • 828-526-9419
$-$$ •• • C • L •
On the Verandah • Hwy. 64 (Franklin Road) • 828-526-2338 $-$$ $-$$ • • • • • NC • • • •
Paoletti • 440 Main Street • 828-526-4906
$-$$ • • • • NC • •
•
Pizza Place • Main Street • 828-526-5660
¢-$ ¢-$ •• • C • •
*
Rosewood Market • Main Street • 828-526-0383
$-$$ $-$$ •• • • •
Ruka’s Table • 163 Wright Square • 828-526-3636$$$ • • • • • NC • • •
SweeTreats • Mountain Brook Center • 828-526-9822
¢ ¢ ¢ •• • C • L • •
SweeTreats Deli • Corner of Main and South 4th St. • 828-526-9632¢ ¢• • C • L
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Ugly Dog/Dog House • 294 South Fourth Street • 828-526-8364¢ ¢ • • C • • •
Wild Thyme Gourmet • 490 Carolina Way • 828-526-4035
$ $-$$ •• • C • • • •
Wolfgang’s Restaurant • 460 Main Street • 828-526-3807
$-$$ • •• • NC • L • •
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Cashiers’ Restaurants
Café 107 • Highway 107 South • 828-743-1065¢• • C • • •
*On the Side at Cashiers Farmers Market • Crossroads • 828-743-4334
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The Orchard • Highway 107 South • 828-743-7614
$-$$ BYOB • Dinner NC • • • •
Tommy’s Cafe • 95 Highway 107 South • 828-743-2010
¢ ¢ • C •• •
Zookeeper • Mountain Laurel Shoppes • 828-743-7711
¢ $ ¢ $ BYOB • • • C • •
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Pricing Guide
Minimal, most entrees under $10
$$ Deluxe, most entrees $15-$20
Moderate, most entrees $10-$15
$$$ Grand, most entrees over $20
Highlands Restaurants
23 Steps Steak House - 828-787-2200
Altitude’s at
Skyline Lodge - 828-526-2121
Bella’s Junction Cafe - 828-526-0803
Bistro on Main at
Main Street Inn - 828-526-2590
The Bistro at Wolfgang’s - 828-526-3807
The Brick Oven - 828-526-4121
Bryson’s Deli - 828-526-3775
Cafe 460 - 828-526-8926
Cyprus International
Cuisine - 828-526-4429
Downhill Grill - 828-526-1663
Dusty’s - 828-526-2762
El Azteca - 828-526-2244
Flip Side - 828-526-4241
Fressers Eatery - 828-526-4188
Golden China - 828-526-5525
Highlands Smokehouse - 828-526-5000
Kelsey Place Restaurant - 828-526-9380
The Kitchen
CarryAway & Catering - 828-526-2110
Lakeside Restaurant - 828-526-9419
Madison’s Restaurant
& Wine Garden - 828-787-2525
Mountain Fresh - 828-526-2400
On the Verandah - 828-526-2338
Pescado’s - 828-526-9313
Pizza Place - 828-526-5660
Paoletti - 828- 526-4906
Rosewood Market - 828-526-0383
Ruka’s Table - 828-526-3636
Rustico at The Log Cabin - 828-526-0999
Southern Belles Restaurant - 828-787-2299
Sports Page - 828-526-3555
Subway - 828-526-1706
SweeTreats - 828- 526-9822
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Checks
Local Only
*
Takeout Only
The Ugly Dog/
Dog House - 828- 526-8364
Wild Thyme Gourmet - 828-526-4035
Wolfgang’s Restaurant - 828-526-3807
Buck’s Coffee Cafe - 828-526-0020
Cashiers Area Restaurants
Ashbys - 828-743-7889
Brown Trout
Mountain Grille - 828-877-3474
Buck’s Coffee Cafe - 828-743-9997
Cafe 107 - 828- 743-1065
Carolina Smokehouse - 828-743-3200
Chester’s Chicken at
Cashiers Exxon - 828-743-5041
Chile Loco - 828-743-1160
Cornucopia - 828-743-3750
Four Season Grille - 828-743-4284
Grill at Jimmy Mac’s - 828-743-1180
Happ’s Place - 828-743-2266
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J Jacket
High Hampton Inn - 828-743-2411
Hunt Bros. Pizza
at Cashiers BP - 828-743-2337
JJ’s Eatery
and Canteen - 828-743-7778
Jorge’s Place - 828-743-4175
Mica’s Restaurant - 828-743-5740
On the Side at
Cashiers Farmers Market - 828-743-4334
The Orchard - 828-743-7614
Rosie’s Café - 828-743-0160
Subway - 828-743-1300
The Gamekeeper’s
Tavern - 828-743-4263
Tommy’s
Coffee Shoppe - 828-743-2010
Wendy’s - 828-743-7777
Zeke & Earl’s 828-743-2010
Zookeeper - 828-743-7711
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history
Highlands History
by Donna Rhodes
Billy Potts
B
y the 1880s 40 families, hailing from about 30 states
populated Highlands. BTP (before the pill) families
tended to be large. You’d think 30 states would provide a huge genetic pool. But 40 families each with as many
as a dozen children who married and settled with other
folks in the area narrowed six degrees of separation to one
or two. Everybody was related to or at least knew everybody else.
As a result there were several predominant surnames in
the region, one of which was Potts. That prompted resident, Ben Bullard to say, “There are more Potts than pans
in Highlands.”
The demographic of early Highlands was unique. Hardy pioneers who had already endured rugged beginnings
found their way to the Plateau. Local historian Ran Shaffner describes them as, “sober, industrious tradesmen from
the North, Scotch-Irish laborers and craftsmen from the
surrounding mountains and valleys, and wealthy planters
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Mattie Ammons Potts
and professionals from the South.” The weather, the terrain, and the poor roads and other challenges gave this diverse population one thing in common: they were all tough
as nails.
Their strengths and flaws have made Highlands what it is
today. As Shaffner puts it, Highlands is “too cosmopolitan to
be provincial, too broadly based to be singular in attitude
and perspective, too enamored of its natural surroundings
to be totally indifferent to them, and just isolated enough
and small enough to be anxious about the benefits and setbacks of growth and development.”
One thing for certain, the area’s unique cultural identities
have woven together a colorful cloth that continues to characterize the individuality of the Plateau’s community today.
To learn more about the region’s history, read Randolph
Shaffner’s “Heart of the Blue Ridge” or his “Highlands” in
Arcadia’s Images of America series or visit the Highlands
Historical Society’s website: www.highlandshistory.com.
history
Surprising Cashiers Valley DNA Results
Contributed by Jane Gibson Nardy, Historian, Cashiers Historical Society
S
everal Zachary descenThe Passmore story tells
dants have joined tothat Mr. Zachary acknowlgether to see if the Caedged the child and providshiers Valley Zachary family
ed support, even paying for
can extend their line one
his education.
more generation back by
Our small group of ZachDNA testing. We’re stuck at
ary researchers got busy
the birth of William Zachwith the task of seeking
ary in 1750 Virginia. Who
documents to verify this
were his parents, and were
story. It was easily proven
they part of the Zachatrue with censuses and
rys who arrived in Virginia
land deeds where Mordefrom England in 1699? A
cai gave Mary Ann PassDNA testing company (Fammore and her young son,
ily Tree DNA) was selected
T. B. Passmore, at least
and following their explicit
100 acres of property. Atinstructions, a few Zachlanta cousin Tommy Zachary men sent in a swab
ary managed to gather an
from inside their mouths.
amazing amount of data on
You’ve all seen that done
the life of T. B. Passmore
on some TV crime show.
via the Internet. He found
Then we waited and waited
many photographs of T. B,
some more.
as well as his death certifiFinally, some results came
cate and obituary – the latin - not what we were exter reading like a virtual bipecting but a hit on someography of T. B.’s adult life.
one who believed that their
Laid out in detail is his eduancestor, Thomas Benton
cation, name of his wife,
Thomas Benton Passmore
Passmore was an out-ofnames of his many children
wedlock son of Mordecai
(17 grandchildren) and his
Zachary. How intriguing. Contact was made with the de- 43 year school teaching career in the states of NC, TN,
scendant of T. B. Passmore and we were given details SC, GA and FL.
of their family’s story on their true identity. Supposedly,
He called Hayesville, Clay County, NC his home and
there was a young Cashiers Valley teenage girl named when he died there in 1932 at the age of 80 that was
Mary Ann Passmore who, in 1851, was working as a maid where he was buried in the Methodist Church Cemetery.
in the household of Col. John A. Zachary, when she was These words were spoken at his funeral, “Mr. Passmore
impregnated by the Colonel’s son, 31 year old Mordecai. was a gentleman of the old school, kind, courteous to all
Her son, T. B. Passmore, was born in March 1852. (Mor- he met in a quiet, unassuming way.” Todays Zacharys are
decai had just married Elvira Keener in February 1852,) proud to learn of this fine new relative.
To read more articles about the history of
Highlands and Cashiers
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Homes & Lifestyles
A Mountain Estate with Stunning Views
by Wiley Sloan
W
elcome home to your piece of paradise. The views
from this stunning home are mesmeriz­ing. Resting atop East Ridge Road (the highest point in
the prestigious Cedar Hill Community just east of Cashiers),
the home provides a bird’s eye view of the Country Club of
Sapphire Valley plus Bald Rock, Falcon Ridge and Toxaway
Mountain. Imagine your family’s fun as you relax on the
large, screened-in porch, with a low fire in the stone fireplace. You’ll marvel at the fireworks of Brevard’s July 4th celebration on the horizon.
The home’s double lot encompasses more than 4.5 acres
of beautifully manicured landscape. Architect Allen C.
Brown of Cashiers designed a home that is comfortable for a
family of two or 20. The tradi­tional design is complemented
by stone pillars, wood siding and shake shingles to give this
home that perfect-mountain ambience.
The entry foyer frames a picturesque view of the ma­jestic
mountain ranges that surround this property. The home’s
open floor plan is warm and inviting. Custom-designed cabinets flank the great room’s native stone fireplace. The rustic beams of the cathedral ceiling and hardwood floors add
warmth and character. The but­ler’s pantry/wet bar is conveniently located near the din­ing area and the kitchen making
entertaining a breeze.
The kitchen’s granite countertops and professional
grade appliances would please even the most discerning
chef. Let the grandchildren gather around the kitchen island for an early snack before they head off to watch their
favorite movie.
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The master bedroom suite with its walk-in closets and
large master bath offers a quiet respite following a vigor­ous
day of golf, hiking, or shopping. Check out the North Star
through the wall of windows before you say “nighty-night.”
The spacious master bath includes a shower and tub plus his
and her vanities.
Upstairs your family or guests will feel like they are in a
fine five-star hotel. The office area overlooking the great
room allows for last minute business prep before returning
home. The game table is the perfect spot for a game of cards
or Monopoly. Escape with your favorite book in the den/
reading area or visit with friends/family. A small kitchenette
keeps refreshments close at hand. Each of the three guest
rooms includes its own private bath. Warm, inviting décor
exudes a casual elegance that would make anyone feel at
home here.
In the home’s lower level you have another large bed­room
with bath plus the perfect spot for a game room, children’s
play room or whatever your family might want. Casual elegance, warm, inviting, views, views, views. It’s the perfect
mountain home-year around or seasonal. You can’t ask
for more.
This home is offered by Silver Creek Real Estate Group
(MLS #72595) at a newly reduced price. For more information on this or another fine home on the Highlands Cashiers
Plateau, please con­tact Jochen Lucke at (828) 226-1126 or
jlucke@ncliving. com. You may also visit www.ncliving.com, a
comprehensive website for all real estate offerings on the
plateau and other area information.
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Homes & Lifestyles
Terraced Gardens and River Frontage
by Wiley Sloan
T
his home is a sight to behold. Sitting atop an enchanting mountain ridge in Cedar Ridge Estates is this oneof-a-kind designer’s home surrounded by decade
old trees and luscious landscaping. Moss-covered stone
walls wink at you from beneath the mature greenery of
the garden. Large stone columns and wooden shake shingles provide a rustic elegance appropriate for this pristine
mountain setting.
The welcoming entry foyer previews the exquisite detail
found throughout this house. The living room’s stone fireplace is flanked by built-in bookcases filled with decorative
accessories and family treasures. Entertaining is a breeze as
guests serve themselves at the built-in wet bar beside the
archway leading into the dining room.
The home’s large kitchen includes custom cabinetry, professional-grade appliances and white Corian countertops.
Show off your culinary skills as you visit with friends and
family. A large island is a great spot for a quick bite or to
serve hors d’oeuvres. Slip through the Butler’s pantry on
your way to the dining porch where the sounds from the
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river serenade you. Enjoy your morning coffee on the glassenclosed sun porch overlooking the gardens. Watch the
trees sway in the breeze as you relax and recover from a
hectic week in the city.
Enjoy the warmth of the gas fireplace of the master bedroom on those cool fall mornings. Awake slowly with your
favorite book. The large master bath offers both a tub and
shower. Walk-in closets make it easy to keep clothes organized and ready for that next big shindig.
The home’s upper level includes three large guest bedrooms each with its own private bath and closets to-die-for.
Collectors will love the extra storage space found on this
level, plus the perfect spot for an office or reading area. Proceed up to the next floor and you have a full walk-around
attic that is just waiting for you to define its purpose. Need
space for your craft projects, a place for grandchildren to play
or a place for hubby to display his model trains? It’s all here
waiting for you.
On the Terrace level you have another complete den/family room area with a wall of bookcases in the dining alcove.
Homes & Lifestyles
Let the college crowd gather here to watch a game or check
Facebook. A large guest bedroom suite with private bath
and spacious closets is great for that long-term guest. Double
French doors lead out to the terrace overlooking the terraced
gardens which lead down to the river. On the other end of
this level is a large open area that can be completed for a
home office, out-of-season storage or hubby’s workshop.
Take advantage of the many upgrades included in this decorator’s private home. A more pristine setting you’ll search
long to find. Thoughtfully planned with a keen eye to perfection; storage galore. Contact Debbie Hattler of Hattler Properties to arrange your own private showing (828) 506-0173.
For more details checkout www.hattlerproperties.com-1283
Wandering Ridge, Cashiers.
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Homes & Lifestyles
F
Musical Surprises
irst they went viral, then to Carnegie
Hall and in August, Igudesman & Joo of
Big Nightmare Music performed at The
Brevard Music Center.
The Cashiers Chronicle had billed the
event as “a unique blend of classical technique and comedic presentation.”
These two gentlemen want to make classical music accessible to a wider and younger
audience, and they have found the perfect
way to do that. The Brevard Music Center
has more than 2,200 young musicians apIgudesman & Joo
ply every year and about 400 of them are
selected. In addition 65 artist-faculty members from the nation’s leading universities,
conservatories, and orchestras are in attendance.
Igudesman & Joo’s performance at BMC
was electrifying in its combination of impeccable musicianship and bravura comedy.
Even though the selections were serious
classical compositions, they were delivered
with a manic comic energy that was breathtaking.
David Holt and Josh Goforth
From the beginning of the performance to
the end, the audience was
Cashiers and Atlanta resident
in stitches. Igudesman &
Elizabeth Fletcher makes event
Joo’s clips on YouTube have
planning and public relations
gathered over 28 million hits
seem as effortless and anxietyand the duo has appeared
free as a day at the spa. Part of
that is predicated on her years
on television in numerous
of experience as the publisher of
countries. Many of classical
four regional bridal magazines,
music’s biggest names have
bridal events spokesperson for
joined them in their musical
Federated and Belk department
sketches as well as actors,
stores, and guiding force behind
such as John Malkovich and
media campaigns for exclusive
Sir Roger Moore.
inns. Equally important are her
The evening was a delight
boundless energy, effortless
and we left determined to
imagination and fanatical
attention to detail.
catch the dynamic and hilarelizabeth@idoeventsatlanta.com
ious duo at another concert.
Photo by Tina Rowden
More musical surprises
were in the future.
On Sunday, August 5th,
Holt and Goforth entertained and eduthe Reverend Steve Hines of St. Francis Cha- cated the audience with song and stories of
pel at Lonesome Valley brought in David Holt days gone by. With musical instruments such
and Josh Goforth for a morning of worship.
as the jaw harp, washboard and mouth bow,
Holt a winner of four Grammy awards, and they captivated the audience with folk music,
nominated for eight Grammy awards, has stories and wisdom.
played with Doc Watson, Grandpa Jones, Bill
Our area continues to amaze me with the
Monroe, Earl Scruggs, Roy Acuff and Chet talent that surrounds us and the opportunity
Atkins. Holt also appeared in the movie “O to experience the diversity of our region.
Brother, Where Art Thou?”
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Homes & Lifestyles
More Tips for Kids about Money
Contributed by
Bill Zoellner,
Financial Advisor at Wells
Fargo Advisors in
Highlands at
(828) 787-2323.
L
ast month we gave you
a half a dozen ideas to
help your kids learn
about
managing
their
money. Here we add to
that list, rounding it out
with more simple steps
you can use to teach your
children good personal finance skills.
Let children make spending decisions. It’s never too
early to teach your kids to
spend their money wisely
and to show them how to
be bargain shoppers. Take
them to different stores
and explain how the same
items may cost more or
less depending on where
you shop and which brand
you purchase.
Open a savings account.
This may be one of the best
ways to teach children the
benefits of saving for the
long-term. Open a basic
savings account for them so
they can deposit a portion
of their allowance, birthday
money or other funds into
the account. Go over the
monthly statements with
them, and help them see
how their money earns interest over time.
Discuss the benefits of
using credit wisely. Explain
to your children how “borrowing” money comes with
consequences. When you
use your credit card, remind
them that you still need to
pay the full amount for your
purchases when the bill
comes due. Illustrate this
point by showing them how
much more you will actually
pay when interest charges
are added to the bill.
Encourage children to invest in the market. You can
introduce your kids to the
financial markets by helping
them purchase shares of
companies they are familiar with in their everyday
lives. You should explain to
them that the market can
fluctuate and review account statements together
so they see the up and
down activity.
Teach children to be charitable. You can assist them
in finding a good cause that
they can understand. Encourage your children to
donate to charitable organizations, and share with
them your experiences of
giving to charity. This will
help them see they can derive great satisfaction from
sharing their money with
those in need, and also
teach them important habits that they will carry with
them for the future.
Use
resources
available in your area. Beyond
the lessons you can teach
them at home, your kids
can participate in valuable learning experiences
through
various
other
sources. You can also look
on wellsfargoadvisors.com for
more information.
While you’ve undoubtedly thought of other ideas
to teach your children
about money, these simple steps can help you get
them started.
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Homes & Lifestyles
Pain in the Neck!
H
Contributed by
Jim Johnson, DC, DACBN
& Resa Johnson, DC,
DACBN,
Mountain Air Wellness
(828) 743-9070
eadaches,
neck
aches, ringing in the
ears, TMJ dysfunction and tormenting radiating arm pain are all motivating factors as to why
patients come to see us. If
left untreated, such problems can become chronic
or even debilitating. In the
past 30 years of treating
patients for neck pain, the
symptoms have remained
the same but the causes
have changed.
iPads, cell phones, (particularly when cradled between the chin and shoulder), texting, reading in
bed, falling asleep in a chair
while watching TV, sitting
immobile for hours in front
of a computer screen, and
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bad pillows can all cause
pain in the neck. Taking
aspirin, Advil, Tylenol, etc.,
may give you temporary
relief from the pain but ultimately cause other health
problems, most prominent
being stress on your kidneys
and liver. Temporary relief
from pain is not worth the
severe side effects associated with pill popping that
compromise your health.
Our practice is not symptom-based, but rather differentiates and diagnoses the
cause of the symptoms. Is
it the nerve, muscle, or joint
involvement that needs to
be examined?
Soft
spinal
mobilization, acupuncture, physical therapy, nutrition and/
or supplementation and
exercises that are personally recommended for your
specific needs are all considered as part of the first
step in total relief from neck
pain. We will design a regimen of conscious, practiced
postures and treatments to
be able to use the plethora
of electronic gadgets without compromising your
body. To heal the “pain in
the neck,” correction of the
underlying cause is mandatory! With our experience
and expertise, let’s work in
partnership to create a plan
of action for optimal whole
body health and to assist
you in getting the relief you
want from your “pain in
the neck!”
Homes & Lifestyles
Fall is Here …So Where Should I Go?
A
Contributed by Bryan &
Tricia Cox - CruiseOne
Independent Vacation
Specialists
(828) 356-7920
TheCruiseFinders.com
s I woke this morning,
I was gently reminded
that summer is fading
and autumn is almost upon
us; the nip in the air was
unmistakable. For me, it is
a welcome change as I look
forward to warm sweaters
and crackling fires. It won’t
be long before the trees
are ablaze with the golden
tones that bring folks from
places far and wide to soak
up the beauty that is Highlands in the fall.
Along
with
crowded
streets and cooler temperatures, the fall brings with it
a longing in many of us to
take that much needed vacation. We’ve spent a summer season often feeling
like we haven’t had a moment to stand still. As the
leaves begin to fall and the
pace of life slows down, we
start looking for that perfect
getaway that will recharge
our batteries and sustain us
until spring.
So, where should you go?
The options are endless.
And this time of year, the
deals are plentiful. Over the
past several days, I’ve seen
an abundance of offerings
on dream vacations to the
Caribbean, Mexico, Hawaii,
and Europe. Whether you
want to take the kids to Disney World, go on a romantic
getaway to the Mediterranean or take an enchanting
Holiday Markets river cruise,
there is a vacation that can
meet any desire and any
budget. It’s all in knowing
where to look…and who
to call!
The fall is such a great
time of year to explore the
Tuscan hillsides or the German vineyards. If you prefer something a bit warmer,
there are wonderful escapes to exotic destinations
throughout the Caribbean
or South America. Perhaps
exploring the Galapagos Islands is something that has
been on your bucket list. For
those who have a more adventurous side, the fall and
winter months are perfect
for visiting Antarctica. The
world is full of wonders if we
only slow down enough to
see them.
So, get packing and remember that your dream
vacation is only a phone
call away!
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Homes & Lifestyles
Review Your Sense of Balance
Ashby Underwood-Garner is
a Rolf Practitoner and
Certified Yoga Teacher at
Yoga Highlands. To contact
her by email,
mtnyogins@gmail.com.
S
eptember 22ndis the
autumnal equinox, a
point when day and
night are the same length of
time. This is a seasonal cue
to review our own sense of
balance. Culturally, we use
words to describe balanced
states such as “equal,” “equitable,” and “equanimity,”
or ideals such as a “balanced body,” a “balanced
diet,” a “balanced budget,”
and a “balanced lifestyle.”
All are relative for each
person. What I notice most
with clients and students
just beginning to build better balance, is the impulse
in the beginning to identify
and relate more to their imbalances, and from there
seeking a more holistic and
individual picture of balance. Dynamic balance is
not static balance. It is an
ongoing graceful management of movement, awareness, and resilient response
to a variety of physical, emotional, and mental stresses.
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Stress is necessary for balance and growth. Looking at nature, we see that
strong winds are important
for trees. If the wind blows
hard enough to upset or displace the root system of a
tree then extra space gets
created. The roots then get
stronger, filling in that extra
space. In that respect, a variety of weight-bearing exercises for the feet and legs
of the human body can increase postural support and
stability, and organ function. Inside, the liver weighs
twice as much as the other
internal organs combined
and is right of center. Our
heart is just left of center in
the chest, so symmetry is
not inherent and takes effort. We can be proactive in
this effort. Deeper, rhythmic
breathing regulates the nervous system, removing CO2
from the blood supply for
clearer thinking and focus.
Balancing gravity, chemistry, and impulse internally,
along with the many outer
demands for our attention
is a self-supporting process.
Each person is different, day
to day. Knowing what is true
for you takes introspection.
Give attention to your individual baseline for balance
to determine what brings
you steadiness, clarity, and
well-being. Establish goals
to support a movement to
balance, realizing that setbacks are equally important. Balance is both something that you can build,
and something to which you
can return.
Homes & Lifestyles
Delivering Hope to the World
Summit Charter Alumni Sara Bates
O
ne of the unique aspects to Summit’s
mission is the student
opportunity for community
service as a component to
the curriculum. On a weekly
basis, students at all grade
levels are in the field or on
the campus learning the importance of stewardship and
return of goodwill. Partners
including, the Humane Society, the Village Conservancy,
Rotary International, the Volunteer Fire Department, and
Children Inspiring Hope have
teamed up with Summit to
assist us in our mission endeavors for service.
It is extremely uplifting
to witness a Summit graduate take the component of
community service to the
global level. After leaving
Summit, Sara Bates (Summit
Class of 2003) began such
an experience as a scholar
in the Rotary International
Exchange Program taking
her to a yearlong study in
South Africa. Following her
return to the States, Sara
entered Davidson College,
where she earned her BA in
Political Science, and developed an impressive resume
of international studies and
service. Sara studied with a
Davidson program at Cape
Coast University in Ghana
and in India at Madras Christian College. Aiming to learn
more about international development, she worked in rural Zambia for Family Health
International and in Washington, DC for World Vision
International.
Upon graduating from
Davidson in 2011, Sara was
awarded a Thomas J. Watson
Fellowship, given to select
college graduates of “unusual promise” to conduct a oneyear purposeful exploration
that will foster their humane
and effective participation in
the world community.
Summit Charter School is
proud to have Sara Bates in
its alumni ranks. The title
of her Watson Fellowship
project, “Delivering Hope,” is
very appropriate as she delivers hope to those she graces
daily by word and deed.
Before returning home to
the mountains of Cashiers
this summer, Sara successfully summitted the highest
mountain in Africa, Mt. Kilimanjaro. This was a fitting
end to her current travels
abroad where she has given
of herself so others might enter this world with a fighting
chance into more educated,
safer arms.
Follow Sara on her blog
at http://sarabates.wordpress.
com/.
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Homes & Lifestyles
How Fast Will I Heal?
Y
Contributed by
Dr. Sue Aery,
Aery Chiropractic
& Acupuncture
(828) 526-1022
ou’ve incurred an injury and you can’t wait to
get back to normal activity. But when will that be
possible? This is a great question and one that challenges
most doctors when diagnosing an injury. Pain is the first
clue that some part of the
body is injured but each tissue in the body has different
roles and healing rates. Bone
is probably the most pain
sensitive tissue in the body.
If you have ever broken anything, it hurts a lot. The good
news is that in most circumstances bone heals more
quickly than other tissues
due to its greater vascularity,
or blood flow.
A commonly known adage is that a break is better
than a sprain. That’s generally because a sprain involves
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the ligaments. Ligaments attach one bone to another
bone and are the most nonvascular of the soft tissues.
Because blood flow is scant,
the tissues don’t get a lot of
oxygen or healing cells and
the area is slower to heal.
Ligament injuries are similar
to tendon injuries in that the
joint is painful after a rest
period and then improves
slightly as movement and
increased blood flow are
introduced. Tendons connect muscle to bone and
get greater blood flow than
ligaments but they too take
more time than bone to heal
and also involve the stability
of a joint.
Muscles are highly metabolic and can heal quickly if
treated properly. Their function is quite intricate as they
work mostly in pairs called
agonists and antagonists, relying on the nervous system
for proper signals to work together instead of against one
another. Muscle injuries can
be tricky because they usually involve the intricate balance between the skeleton
and the nervous system.
Last but not least are joint
injuries that involve the cartilage. These injuries can be
complicated because they
sometimes require surgery
and may also involve the other connective tissues, mainly
ligaments and tendons.
Whatever tissue you have
injured, no matter your level
of pain, it will take six weeks
to slx months to fully heal.
Make sure you have a proper
diagnosis to help move you
along the healing path.
Homes & Lifestyles
The Ultimate All
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unpacking and packing just once. Climb aboard a luxury vessel
and you’ll immediately understand what sets the experience
apart from life on a mass-market or contemporary cruise ship.
Lavish attention to every detail, ultimate convenience, a level
of personal attention and pampering that leaves guests delighted and amazed.
When you make the leap to luxury cruising, you’ll enjoy
the best of everything – the finest available accommodations,
cutting-edge amenities, gourmet dining from the world’s
most celebrated culinary artists, an elegant array of enrichment programs and activities, and service that prides itself
on knowing exactly what you need (and when you’ll need it).
Highly personalized service is the hallmark of the luxury
cruise experience. Favorable staff-to-guest ratios mean that
there’s always someone at your disposal, and you’ll reap the
benefits instantly. Carefully selected professionals greet you
warmly by name, take pride in anticipating your needs, and
fulfill every whim. Luxury’s service is simply unrivaled, and the
examples are legendary – uniform clad stewards that wade
into the surf to serve caviar and champagne while you’re
ashore, complimentary massages delivered on deck, and
much more.
To read more articles about
Highlands and Cashiers
visit www.thelaurelmagazine.com/news
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The Benefits of Yoga
Mary Abranyi is the owner
of Cashiers Valley Fusion
and Green Mountain
Realty Group.
(828) 743-9000
I
f you have ever taken a
yoga class then you have
likely heard the phrases
“be present,” “let go of
external distractions,” and
“listen to your body,” verbal reminders often used
by yoga teachers to ignite
a sense of self awareness.
It’s this mind-body approach that allows us to
reconnect with ourselves
on an individual level as
we peel away beyond the
surface of who we are. Unfortunately, when dealing
with acute or chronic pain,
it’s not as easy as it sounds.
Acute pain is known as
a “good” pain that is short
term and subsides after recovery from injury whereas
chronic pain lasts longer
and tends to take more of
an emotional toll. According to a 2011 Institute of
Medicine report, 100 million Americans suffer from
chronic pain. Physical and
emotional pain can show
up unannounced, changing
how you perceive and react
to normal, everyday activities and circumstances.
Thankfully, yoga is often
times helpful in reducing
and/or easing pain when
practiced correctly and
under the guidance of a
knowledgeable
teacher.
Practicing a combination of
yoga poses (asanas), mental
concentration (meditation)
and controlled breathing
techniques
(pranayama)
has demonstrated reduced
physical and emotional
pain for people with conditions such as cancer,
multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, arthritis, sciatica,
carpal tunnel syndrome,
neck and backache, chronic
headaches and migraines,
as well as other conditions.
Back pain is the most com-
mon reason people seek
medical attention for pain.
Although pain relief can
be one of the many benefits of yoga, it may not
always be attainable, in
which case Yoga may serve
instead as a resource for
pain management as you
learn to tap into increased
levels of movement, alignment, strength, balance
and relaxation. Each ailment should be considered on an individual basis with its own course of
alternative and/or medical
treatments as only select
types of Yoga may be suitable. Regardless of what
ails you, it is important to
consult your physician before starting any physical or
therapeutic routine.
For more information on Highlands and Cashiers visit
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Waterfall
Guide
Where’s the Water
Cashiers Waterfalls
Drift, Turtleback, Rainbow &
Stairstep Falls
In the Horsepasture Wild & Scenic
River area - 64 E. to Sapphire; to Hwy.
281; .7 miles to gated road on left
— follow trail.
John’s Jump
64 E. to Sapphire; to Hwy 281; 4.8 miles
- park on shoulder and follow path.
King Creek Falls
Hwy. 107 S.; about 13 miles; turn right
on Burrells Ford Road — park at
campground parking.
Schoolhouse Falls
In Panthertown Valley - Hwy 64 E. to
Cedar Creek Road; to Breedlove Road
— park at dead-end.
Silver Run Falls
Hwy. 107 S.; 4.1 miles from crossroads,
look for gravel pull-off on left —
follow trails.
Highlands Waterfalls
Bridal Veil Falls
Hwy. 64, can be seen from road.
Dry Falls
Hwy. 64; turn at Dry Falls sign.
Glen Falls
Hwy. 106 S., left at Glen Falls sign.
Kalakaleskies Falls
Hwy. 64; just below Sequoyah Lake.
Lower Cullasaja Falls
Hwy. 64 at pull-offs.
Picklesiemer Rockhouse
Falls
Hwy. 28 S. to Blue Valley Road; 4.3
miles - park at dirt road on right take trail - about 1 mile to falls.
Upper & Lower Satulah Falls
Hwy. 28 S.; both can be seen from
road.
Whitewater Falls
Hwy. 64 E. to Sapphire, to Hwy. 281
— look for signs.
To view photos and videos of the waterfalls in Highlands and Cashiers visit
thelaurelmagazine.com/cashiersnc_outdoors.php and
thelaurelmagazine.com/highlandsnc_outdoors.php
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BEAUTY
Cabinet design
chiropractic services
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Cabinet design
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Cashiers
To Highlands
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Giving Back
Beautiful Bella
B
Contributed by Kathy Bub, Executive Director, Forever Farms
eautiful Bella, the Blue Tick
don’t have a chance to grow
Hound, came to the Forevalong them. Recently when he
er Farm last year as a stray.
had the John Deere Gator in her
Her right rear foot was terribly
field she jumped into the bed as if
mangled from an unknown injury.
to say, “Tally-ho, off to the hunt!”
The infection had traveled up her
Bella was recently adopted by
leg to the hock and our vet dea wonderful family who fenced
termined that the safest way to
their property so that she could
deal with it was to amputate the
safely run all she wanted without
entire leg. In the process of doing
straying away from home. After
so she discovered that the upper
a short period of adjustment she
leg had been repaired with a pin
has settled in fabulously. This
earlier in her life. With that inforis what we hope for all our spemation in hand, and a photo of
cial animals despite their age or
Bella, we canvassed the local vets
disability. But if it isn’t in “their
Bella, the Blue Tick Hound
and discovered her owners name
stars” to find a new family then
and number. But sadly, they had
we try to make the Forever Farm
left the area - leaving their sweet
the best home possible. With
dog behind.
170 dogs and cats, Friends for Life needs your help to fulfill
It wasn’t long after Bella’s surgery that she was off and that promise. Your tax deductible donation can be made onrunning in our large fenced exercise area. Having that pain- line through our website www.friendsforlifeforeverfarm.org or
ful, necrotic leg gone was actually a blessing for her. She runs mailed to us at P.O. Box 340, Sapphire, NC 28774. Visit our
like the wind on just three. Our caretaker calls her our living new Facebook page at www.facebook.com/FriendsForLifeForevweed-eater. She runs the fence line so frequently that weeds erFarm and help us spread the word.
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Giving Back
Superstar Event at Carpe Diem Farms
I
Contributed by Sue Blair, Carpe Diem Farms Executive Director
t has been a full summer of activiGuests will enjoy wine and appeties at Carpe Diem Farms and with
tizers in the pavilion before the big
fall comes the final countdown
reveal and exquisite dinner in the
to our biggest event in our history!
magnificently transformed arena
Marking the 20th Anniversary of our
prepared by award-winning Chef
foundation, we reached for the stars
and Event Designer Tim Lundy; folto bring country music superstar, John
lowed by a special performance by
Michael Montgomery to Highlands
John Michael and his band and an
and the stage at Carpe Diem Farms.
equine demonstration by horseYou don’t want to miss this incrediwoman Sue Blair.
ble opportunity to attend one or both
Tickets are available for both
events on October 6th. The gates
events by calling Peter Raoul at
open at 1:00 p.m. for the “Concert
(828) 526-5700. Concert on the
on the Lawn” which begins at 2:00
Lawn tickets are $50 per person
p.m. This alcohol-free, family-friendly
and tickets for the Tux, Tails and
event opens with local recording artBlue Jeans Ball are $200 per perists Thea and The Green Man warmson. All proceeds from both events
ing up the audience for headliner John
benefit the equine staff; providing
Michael Montgomery and his travelfor their care and upkeep.
ing band. Bring a blanket or your lawn
Carpe Diem Farms is a 501©(3)
John Michael Montgomery headlines Carpe Diem’s
chair and enjoy an afternoon of music
educational
foundation whose mis20th Anniversary.
you’ll never forget.
sion is to explore the human poThe anniversary celebration contential through equine. For further
tinues at 6:30 p.m. with the Tux, Tails and Blue Jeans Ball. information, please go to our web site, carpediemfarms.org.
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Giving Back
Highlands Rotary Interact Club
Contributed by Robin Phillips
I
and hard work
nteract is Rotary Inter•
Advancing internanational’s service club
tional understanding and
for young people ages
goodwill
12 to 18. As one of the
In general, Interactors
most significant and fast(Interact club members)
est-growing programs of
donate relief supplies to
Rotary service, with more
victims of natural disasthan 10,700 clubs in 109
ters, help organize fundcountries and geographical
raisers to purchase books
areas, Interact has become
for needy schools, and vola worldwide phenomenon.
unteer their time and enAlmost 200,000 young peoergy in the community.
ple are involved in Interact.
Specifically here in HighInteract clubs are selflands, Interact projects
governing and financially
included planning for and
independent, making it
executing the fall Gorge
possible to choose and
Pickup, obtaining and decarry out service projects
livering Halloween canthat each club cares about.
dy to participating Main
Interact clubs perform two
Highlands Rotary Interact Club Gorge Pickup Crew
Street shops, and trimcommunity service projming the 2011 Emergency
ects each year to learn the
Council Angel Tree.
importance of :
Interactors are young people who are interested in
• Developing leadership skills and personal integrity
making the world a better place and Rotary of Highlands
• Demonstrating helpfulness and respect for others
• Understanding the value of individual responsibility supports them at every step.
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Giving Back
Protecting More
Than Meets the Eye
Contributed by Sarah Corkern
The Lampshade spider
H
ighlands and the surrounding areas are filled with beautiful scenery with picturesque views and tall cascading waterfalls. These impressive sights are hard to miss, but as
you walk along a streamside trail or hike to one of the waterfalls,
take note as you walk by a stretch of exposed damp rocks, because if you take a closer look you might find some interesting
creatures.
In the spring and summer these rock outcrops will likely be
decorated with what look like small upside-down lampshades
that protrude from the rock’s surface. These flimsy formations,
held erect by strong lines of silk scaffolding, are webs of lampshade spiders.
Peek inside the web and you will find the resident resting at
the base, with its long legs extended out, reaching the lampshade walls and its relatively smaller body positioned at the
center. It is grayish in color, with flecks of white and sometimes
green, blending it artfully to the color of its moss and lichen
covered rocky substrate. You won’t find these spiders moving
around a whole lot. The lampshade spider is most often found
resting patiently in its web, waiting for an unsuspecting crane
fly, cricket, or other type of prey to become entangled within its
sticky net.
But the lampshade spiders are more than just peaceful ornaments on these rocks. Some have referred to them as “living
fossils” because they belong to one of the oldest living groups of
spiders and have retained several ancestral traits. You won’t find
these spiders just anywhere. They are restricted to well-shaded
rocky areas in the Southern Appalachians and other mountain
ranges in North America. Without large connected areas of this
type of habitat, these spiders cannot survive. So next time you
are hiking around here in the mountains, don’t forget to take a
moment to notice this important relic spider that would not exist today without this unique and beautiful type of habitat.
By protecting land and rare habitats, HCLT helps to protect
these spiders and more as we further our mission to protect the
places we all love. To find out more about HCLT, visit us at www.
hicashlt.org or call (828) 526-1111.
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Giving Back
We Need Your Help in the Hunt for Hemlocks
Contributed by Anna Vandenbergh, Jackson-Macon Conservation Alliance
D
ead and dying hemlock trees
resistant hemlocks in Highlands and
can be seen all across WestCashiers! They need our help as citiern North Carolina. Even
zen scientists to help them do what
with the many efforts to keep the
they personally have neither time
adeligid at bay we seem to be losing
nor resources to do: be the eyes in
the battle. The balsam wooly adelthe forest to find appropriate, resisgid and the hemlock wooly adelgid
tant specimen trees. Check out the
have been ravishing Fraser fir and
project website www.threatenedforhemlock stands all across the Eastests.com/tinyterrors to download the
ern United States leaving our fornecessary form and instructions on
ests lacking important habitat and
how to submit a specimen. You can
shade species. Though rare, healthy
also come by the J-MCA office in
The Wooly Adelgid on hemlock
hemlocks are still being spotted
the Peggy Crosby Center to find out
which means there could be a new
more information, to pick-up forms,
hope for the hemlocks! Researchers from NC State Universi- or drop off your completed forms- we will mail them off for
ty’s Alliance for Saving Threatened Forests are trying to find you! If you need any help locating and identifying specimen
Hemlock and Fraser Fir trees that have natural resistance to trees or would like us to come conduct a hunt for Hemlocks
the adelgid. The project, currently led by Dr. Fred Hain and on your property, let us know. We will schedule a time to
graduate student Erin Mester is aptly named Tiny Terrors. come out and help! The J-MCA is encouraging hikers and
Tiny Terrors is an ongoing statewide research project that ul- avid outdoor enthusiasts to carry a kit with them on their
timately aims to locate and selectively breed these resistant next outing just in case they come across a specimen tree. If
trees. The Jackson Macon Conservation Alliance is partner- you have any questions feel free to call (828) 526-0890 x320
ing with the Alliance for Threatened Forests to help locate or email annav@j-mca.org.
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Giving Back
Cashiers Humane Society’s Myth Busters
Contributed by David Stroud, Executive Director, Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society
A
s a tribute to the popular series on the Discovery
Channel, the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society introduces our first episode of… Myth Busters!
MYTH #1: CHHS is a “franchise” of the Humane Society of
the United States. BUSTED! CHHS is a private, not-for-profit
animal welfare organization with no affiliation with HSUS,
ASPCA, or any other national association. As a matter of fact,
the humane society in Fort Myers where I was previously director – Gulf Coast Humane Society – was founded in 1947,
a full seven years before the creation of the Humane Society
of the United States.
MYTH #2: When you donate to the Humane Society of
the United States, a portion of that donation supports local animal shelters. BUSTED! As explained above, there is no
affiliation between HSUS and local humane societies, so no
dollars donated to the national group support the shelter in
your community. While HSUS does wonderful work on behalf of animal welfare causes nationwide, the only way to
financially support CHHS is to make a direct donation to our
local shelter.
MYTH #3: If an animal stays too long at CHHS, it will be
put down. BUSTED! CHHS is a no-kill shelter and we will
never euthanize an animal for the length of time it is at our
shelter. We have several long-term residents at CHHS, some
who have been entrusted to our care for several years, and
we simply will never, ever give up on finding forever homes
for our shelter pets. Until our animals are adopted, we
will provide them safe refuge, compassionate care, nutritious meals and quality veterinary care, and most of all –
unconditional love.
MYTH #4: You have to visit the CHHS shelter to meet the
CHHS shelter pets. Sounds pretty straightforward, right?
BUSTED! Although CHHS is blessed to have one of the most
beautiful animal shelters in the country, nestled among ten
rolling acres with spacious play yards for dogs, plus bright
and fun community play rooms for cats, our CHHS Events
Team hosts more than 30 off-site Stop ‘N Adopts each year at
locations throughout Jackson and Macon Counties. Although
we would love to have you visit our beautiful shelter, and sincerely hope you will, we also enjoy taking our adoptable pets
to community events for increased awareness, socialization,
donations, and most importantly, adoptions.
The Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society is located on Highway 64 East, 2.3 miles from the Cashiers Crossroads, behind
Reid Real Estate. For more information, call (828) s743-5752
or visit www.chhumanesociety.org.
To read more on the philanthropic efforts in
Highlands and Cashiers, visit www.thelaurelmagazine.com/news
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Step into Fall at the Literacy Council
Contributed by Tonya Hensley, Executive Director, Literacy Council of Highlands
The Literacy Council of Highlands offers an array of free programs to the public.
A
aaah, the lovely days of fall in Highlands are almost
upon us. As the days get shorter and cooler and children get back into their routines, the programs at the
Literacy Council are gearing up for another eventful school
year. The after-school enrichment program, now known as
Kidz Korner, is open to all children in kindergarten through
third grade. This program features fun activities, free books,
homework assistance, computer games, and a free subscription to National Geographic Kids magazine. On Tuesdays, we will meet at The Literacy Council and on Thursdays
we will meet at The Bascom. Activities at The Bascom will
include a sea life unit and a Great Britain unit inspired by
the Olympics.
In cooperation with Highlands School, we have an Olympic-themed reading incentive program that will begin this
month. Children in grades kindergarten through sixth will be
eligible to participate and compete for prizes. Middle and
high school students will have the opportunity to compete
in essay contests for prizes in the spring.
Girls in grades kindergarten through fifth grade are being
invited to a princess tea party with Princess Judy and Prin-
cess Tonya. Date/time TBD.
Kindle Kidz with Ms. Bev Cone will be starting again this
month. Middle school boys and girls are welcome to attend.
Thanks to some wonderful folks in the community, we have
e-readers available for use during the program for children
who do not have access to one.
As always, individual tutoring, GED classes, and ESL classes are ongoing and free to the public.
For information about any of our programs or the events
mentioned above, please call us at (828) 526-0863 or
check out our website. As always, flyers will be sent home
through the school and information can be found weekly in
The Highlander.
The Literacy Council of Highlands is a 501(c)(3) non-profit
corporation. We are always happy to accept donations from
the community. We are located at the Peggy Crosby Center
at 348 S. 5th Street in Highlands. All our programs are free
to the public.
The Literacy Council of Highlands can be reached by calling (828) 526-0863, email at thensley22@yahoo.com and on
the web at www.highlandsliteracy.com.
To read more on the philanthropic efforts in
Highlands and Cashiers, visit www.thelaurelmagazine.com/news
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Giving Back
Cullasaja Women’s
Outreach Gives Big
to the Community
by Luke Osteen
Highlands Mayor David Wilkes and CWO President Gail Hughes.
T
he members of the Cullasaja Women’s Outreach have
earned a reputation throughout this corner of Western
North Carolina for their generous support of local causes
and their tireless, almost fanatical commitment to fund raising.
That’s why Highlands Mayor David Wilkes offered the gratitude of Highlands and its neighboring communities to the
women of CWO at a luncheon held July 27th at the Cullasaja
Club.
“Cullasaja Women’s Outreach is a vital resource for so many
of our local non-profits and their missions to the people of
Western North Carolina,” said Mayor Wilkes. “The devotion
of CWO’s members to the welfare of their communities and
neighbors is an inspiration to all who have been touched by
their kindness.”
Over the years, Cullasaja Women’s Outreach has raised over
$400,000 for local charities.
Who’s benefited from this generosity? Animal Friends for
Life; The Bascom; Big Brothers Big Sisters Blue Ridge Mountains
Health Project Inc.; Carpe Diem Farms; Cashiers-Highlands
Humane Society; Community Care Clinic-Highlands-Cashiers;
Fishes and Loaves Food Pantry; Girls on the Run of WNC; Highlands Community Child Development Center; Highlands Community Foundation; Highlands Community Theatre; Highlands
Emergency Council; Highlands Historical Society; Highlands Plateau Greenway; Highlands-Cashiers Center for Life Enrichment;
Highlands-Cashiers Hospital Foundation; Highlands-Cashiers
Land Trust Inc.; Hudson Library of Highlands; International
Friendship Center; Jackson-Macon Conservation Alliance; Literacy Council of Highlands; The Martin-Lipscomb Performing
Arts Center; and The Peggy Crosby Center.
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Not All Work at Valley Garden Club
Contributed by Kathie Blozan
I
Pam Trissel, K. Blozan, Diane DeMoye, guest Debbie Adams and Kathy
Bethea enjoy a picnic lunch after exploring a lovely wild flower
garden in Highlands. Photo by Pam Turnley
t’s not all work and no play in the Valley Garden
Club. Although keeping the flowers and shrubbery at The Point and the Post Office in good
shape takes a good bit of time and committment,
the members of the club also have a wheelbarrow
full of fun.
Looking back over the past season, the program
chair, Andrea Hannon has arranged field trips to
three distinctly different gardens, lectures on beekeeping and landscape water features, and the
popular plant exchange. We also had a Christmas
Tea and will enjoy a wrap up luncheon, great opportunities to simply socialize and exchange ideas.
If you would like further information on the Valley Garden Club and its programs, please contact
President Donna Lehn at (828) 743-0829.
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Highlands and Cashiers, visit www.thelaurelmagazine.com/news
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Giving Back
Center for Life Enrichment
Contributed by Sandy Carlton
The Center for Life Enrichment’s Schedule of Classes continues. To register or for more information, call (828) 526-8811.
T
his has been a very exciting summer for the Center
for Life Enrichment, and it isn’t over yet! The word
has obviously spread throughout the community and
participation in lectures has been outstanding. CLE prides
itself on finding presenters who are experts in their field,
and many often contribute an unusual insight into a topic.
September offers a few of these.
Wednesday, September 5th, Dr. Hal Herzog, Western
Carolina University (WCU) professor of psychology takes
a light-hearted look at the relationship between animals
and humans in his lecture entitled “Some We Love, Some
We Hate, Some We Eat,” which is also the title of his
latest book.
Dr. Terry Nienhuis, retired WCU professor of English and
a prolific actor, will bring Shakespeare’s Macbeth to life as
participants review film clips, discuss redeeming features
of a flawed protagonist and unearth human mysteries.
Don’t be daunted by Shakespeare. Dr. Nienhuis is sure to
make this class entertaining and enlightening. This threepart class takes place Thursdays, September 6th, 13th and
20th, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
On September 11th, take a musical trip through the life
of Duke Ellington with Pavel Wlosok and Mark Couture of
WCU, and then on September 14th switch to art with an
illustrated talk by writer and curator Tom Patterson as he
reviews visionary artists he has met and worked with in his
30 year career.
September also features a few hands-on classes including: The Art of Scarf Felting on Friday, September 7th,
Wildflowers in Watercolor, a series beginning Tuesday,
September 11th, and Writing Down your Life on Saturday,
September 15th. These classes allow participants the freedom to expand their creative side. Additional classes not
listed here are already full.
For more information please visit the website: www.clehighlands.com or call the office at (828) 526-8811.
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One Word At a Time
A
Contributed by Faviola Olvera
skills to the working men and womnyone who has traveled abroad
en in the Highlands area whose first
to a non-English speaking
language is not English and to make
country can relate to the diffithe language learning process fun
culties of trying to communicate in a
and interactive-reminding each stunew language. Most of us take a crash
dent that all languages are learnedcourse in the new language we will be
one word at a time. In the past year,
encountering and learn enough of it
twenty-one students have been ento get by. Now imagine the language
rolled in the classes and we hope
difficulties of actually moving to this
that number continues to grow.
new country, perhaps permanently.
The mission of the International
For many of our newcomers in the
Friendship Center is to reach out
Highlands area, the difficulties a new
language brings are a reality. The chal- The International Friendship Center in collaboration with to the under-served local and inthe Highlands Literacy Council and Southwestern
ternational communities with relenges, as we all can remember from
Community College offers English as a Second
spect, compassion and informaour high school or college French,
Language classes.
tion; to foster harmony; to facilitate
Spanish or German classes, are great
access to human services and to
and patience in this endeavor is not
promote absorption of the international population into
only a virtue but a necessity.
The International Friendship Center, in collaboration with our community.
If you are interested in donating to the International
the Highlands Literacy Council and Southwestern Community
College, helps non-native English speakers in this community Friendship Center or in these classes or know someone that
with those challenges by offering English as a Second Lan- is, please contact us at (828) 526.0890 x 252.
ESL classes are Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m.
guage or ESL classes twice a week.
The objective of the classes is to teach practical English until 8:00 p.m.
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Giving Back
Operation Christmas Child
W
ilbanks Smile Center of Toccoa, Georgia,
recently participated in Operation Christmas Child.
Operation Christmas Child is one of many world
wide good samaritan projects of Samaritan’s Purse.
For over 40 years, Samaritan’s Purse has given aid
to the world’s poor, sick and suffering. They reach
hurting people in countries around the world with
food, medicine and other assistance.
Volunteers from around the world can help by
packing shoeboxes with items that will bring comfort and joy to children at Christmas time.
“We are pleased to be a part of such a worthwhile
cause and encourage others to participate,” said Dr.
Joe Wilbanks of the Wilbanks Smile Center.
For more information on Operation Christmas
Child and Samaritan’s Purse visit www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/OCC/
Dr. Wilbanks and Catherine Setzer packing shoeboxes.
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The Rotary Club of
Cashiers
by Serenity Richards
T
he Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley is growing. We have
had three induction ceremonies over the past month.
We would like to congratulate Jim Sibley, David
Stroud, Karen Sullivan, Duncan Wheale, Don Ketterhagen,
Bill Mobley, and Dick Meyers on joining the Rotary family. We
welcome these fine individuals to our club and look forward
to serving with them.
As Rotarians, we strive to live the ideal of Service Above Self
while also enjoying the camaraderie of our fellow club members. In the past months, we have sponsored our Spring Arts
and Crafts Festival, we had a successful Relay For Life Team,
and we are gearing up for our Fall Arts and Crafts Festival over
Labor Day weekend. Because of our wonderful members we
have been able to help many local groups including scholarships for local area students, the Blue Ridge Free Dental Clinic,
the Glenville-Cashiers Rescue Squad, Full Spectrum Farms, local preschools, REACH of Macon County, and many more.
Throughout the year, our Rotarians are also privileged to
participate in many wonderful educational opportunities.
Each week we welcome a speaker to talk to us about an area
of interest and expertise. This year we have heard from such
widespread information as teaching methodologies to financial fraud and everything in between. From these talks our
members learn valuable information as well as find new volunteer opportunities. If you are interested in speaking to our
Club, we invite you to contact us at info@cashiersrotary.org
The Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley meets Wednesday mornings at the Cashiers United Methodist Church, 894 Hwy 107
South. Breakfast starts at 7:30 a.m. with our meeting at 8:00
p.m. If you are interested in learning more about Rotary or interested in becoming a member, we encourage you to contact
any Rotarian. You can also find us at www.cashiersrotary.org.
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Business
Palillos Stone Masonry
by Donna Rhodes
I
f you’ve been thinking about addexterior stucco work for Old Edwards
ing a flagstone patio, an indoor
Inn. In addition to concrete finishing,
fireplace, a retaining wall, a wawe set brick pavers, construct founter feature, or an outdoor chimney
tains, lay stone for indoor and back
to your home, maybe it’s time to
porch patios, and build fire pits.” If
contact the expert masons of Palilit has to do with natural rustic stone
los Stone Masonry. They are on call
Palillos can handle just about any job.
to beautify your home with quality
Ortega explains why using thick,
stone additions.
quality stone is important. “We focus
The value of eye-catching stoneon natural joints and edges, specialwork is well worth your considerizing in bigger stones like 6’ x 8’ or 6’
ation and investment. Palillos Stone
x 6.’ In the Highlands area winters are
Masonry has been laying beautiful
icy. Using a lot of salt damages smallstone, brick and pavers in the Higher, thinner stones causing them to
lands-Cashiers area for a decade
pop up and break. Our heavier stone
and a half. Not only do they work
will not do that.”
with the region’s finest contractors,
Look for Palillos Stone Masonry on
they also contract independently
Facebook or on their website: palilMiguel Ortega
doing everything from repair and
losstonemasonry.com.
re-mortaring to construction of almost any stone addition to
They are located at 2271 Dillard Road behind Freeman Gas
your home.
at Unit No. 13. Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday
Miguel Ortega, spokesperson for the company says, “We do through Friday. Call them at (828) 526-3944. They will pave the
a lot of work for established businesses in the area including way to beauty for your home.
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Highlands Aerial Park
Z
ipline parks are springing up around the nation
but few are as thrilling,
educational, and mind-soulbody-satisfying as the new
Highlands Aerial Park located
between Highlands and Dillard, Georgia.
George Powell, owner of
Highlands Aerial Park Zipline
Canopy Tours says, “This ecological experience will cover
over 35 acres of virgin woods
with 50-mile views of the
Nantahala Mountains.”
Many zipline parks amount
to climbing a flight of steps
and leaping pole to pole, fun
as far as it goes. But Powell’s
park provides ziplining tree to
tree over lush forests, waterfalls, gorges, swinging bridges,
boulder formations, and native flora and fauna. Views
by Donna Rhodes
are breathtaking
and
change season to season. In fact,
three-season
tickets
are
available so
guests
can
come back to
ex p e r i e n c e
Mother Nature in all of her summer, fall
and winter glory.
And that is just one of
three zipline park adventures.
Children have their own kidfriendly area in which they
can zip to their hearts’ content
while learning about the region’s settlers, the Cherokee,
native botanicals, indigenous
animal life, coupled with entertaining tales about moon-
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shiners, forerunners
of
speedway
racers and so
much more.
The third
feature
of
H.A.P. is the
mile nature
walk
for
those who
appreciate a
slower-pace. This provides an
opportunity for grandparent
or parent and child to spend
quality time with little ones
and show them natural wonders including bears’ hibernation dens. There’s even an old
still site. Along the path are
four bridges to eliminate steep
climbs for smaller limbs and
senior legs.
Powell adds, “Our park is
a fusion of the best of two
worlds: the Alpine terrain
of Europe, and the lush tree
canopy of South America.”
And Powell made sure he had
top-notch advice in creating
his unique park. He called in
highly respected zipline park
consultants to advise him on
planning and development.
They confirmed he had a
world-class idea that would
rank right up there with the
best of the best.
To learn more about the
mid-October opening of Highlands Aerial Park visit: http://
highlandscanopytour.com/home
and get ready to take an upclose-and-personal birds eye
view of the beautiful Nantahala you’ve loved from below. Now experience the love
from above.
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Butler Galleries
by Wiley Sloan
F
or more than 16 years folks from
North Georgia and the Highlands
area have looked to Butler Galleries on Main Street in Clayton, Georgia,
for the finest in quality mountain-style
furniture, home accessories, lamps,
china and all their home décor needs.
Owners Carl and Steve Butler both
have an eye for design. Their talent
is evident from the moment that you
walk into their large store featuring
quality antiques, plus local art, pottery, candles, coffee table books and
the latest items from the Atlanta market.
Prior to moving to Clayton, they
lived in Brunswick, Georgia where Carl
operated two flower shops. In addition to flowers, Carl infused antiques
and accessories into the store. Once
they moved to Clayton, furniture and
accessories became the primary focus
of Butler Galleries. Their love of flowers meant that they would continue to
offer floral arrangements to complement their home furnishings. A talented floral designer, Steve spends a good part of
each week creating bouquets perfect for any décor. In 1999
they expanded their business to include Butler II.
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In 2011 Butler Gallery joined forces
with Greenleaf Gallery in Highlands to
offer their eye-catching furniture and
decorative accessories locally. Folks
now have the opportunity to sample some of Butler Galleries’ most
popular items. The gallery is located
at 381 Main Street. Choose from
items such as chests, chairs, mirrors,
framed items, decorative accessories and more. New this season are
the highly popular Wendall August
highly-polished pewter serving dishes,
trays, and platters. Whether you are
serving a fancy dinner or just inviting friends over for a casual snack,
these pewter items give your table an
eye-catching look.
Be sure to check out all three locations of Butler Galleries—within the
Greenleaf Galleries here in Highlands
or take the short drive to Clayton. Butler I is located at 48 North Main Street;
in Clayton. Butler II is just down the
street at 74 North Main Street. Butler I and II include more
than 30dealers featuring fine quality antiques and decorative
accessories. Grab your friends and make it a day. Butler Galleries is here for you. Stop in today.
Business
Highlands Personal Chef
by Donna Rhodes
W
hen you’ve been executive chef
There I customize a menu, suggesting cuiin as many fine restaurants as
sine, listening to yeas and nays, refining
Marc Laurin, you don’t need a
the bill of fare until my client is pleased
recipe to send taste buds soaring… you
with his or her personalized plan.”
just need an idea. Name your pleasure:
Chef Laurin fans throughout Western
Italian, French, Asian, Low Country, CaribNorth Carolina and Sarasota County, Florbean, vegetarian, South American, Peruida drool at the mention of his name. It’s
vian, vegan, low carb, gluten-free, homeno wonder. He’s worked with the best at
style, gourmet, or any cooking style. Chef
Morton’s of Chicago, Tommy Bahamas,
Laurin will happily cater to any request
and Radisson Suites. He hails from an
whether it’s a feast for one or a hundred.
Italian restaurateur background. At 12 he
A private chef works exclusively with
was already peeling his way to an execuone patron. Laurin, a personal chef, pretive chef position by the age of 19.
pares a simple dinner or a banquet for any
In addition to tickling the palates of
family, event, celebration, or group where
Highlands’
diners during the summer seaMarc Laurin
there is a kitchen and a desire to make
son, he spreads his expertise throughout
great things happen.
South Florida in the winter months. He even offers affordThere is something classy about having a personal chef. able cooking classes for anyone in search of that perfect béAnd according to Laurin, it costs much less to have an hour- chamel. And it won’t cost you a pretty penne.
ly-paid chef present a party than for a catering service to
To learn more about Chef Laurin, visit Pines & Palms
provide the same services.
Personal Chef Service websites at www.highlandsperson“I start with a food questionnaire, homing in on the special alchef.com and www.personalchefsarasota.com or call (941)
dining needs of the client. My first visit/consultation is free. 544-5925.
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WNC Roofing
of Cashiers
by Luke Osteen
S
ean Ross’ WNC Roofing of Cashiers was a natural development from his Aptcon Inc. general contracting
company.
“Aptcon was continually being requested to do chimney
waterproofing, re-roofs and roof repairs in the area,” he explains. “The demand continued to grow, so Aptcon developed a daughter company for the demand. WNC Roofing,
LLC was born and www.wncroofing.com was purchased. The
firm was developed in January of 2012 and has been fulltime since.”
In July of 2012, WNC Roofing applied for and was issued
their unlimited General Contracting License. Many homeowners discover too late the sad fact that roofing contractors don’t need a license in North Carolina.
That’s why it’s so comforting to know that WNC Roofing
is fully licensed.
“We use the industry’s highest quality products and methods of installation,” says Sean. “A roof protects the building and its contents from the effects of weather. This is why
you need a roof that really performs, and how it performs
depends upon how well it keeps out the elements. We are
highly experienced and offer unbeatable customer service
and warranties.”
WNC Roofing offers new roofs, re-roofs, roof inspections,
roof repairs, cedar shake, life pine, metal, slate, and asphalt.
It’s a certified cedar shake installer recognized by the Cedar
Shake and Shingle Bureau – that means they offer a lifetime
warranty on all cedar shake roofs they install.
“Written roof inspections starting at $250 has been a real
hit with the local realtors,” Sean says. “Showing up on time
and repairing/replacing roofs per specifications and backed
by customer service is how WNC operates – and we’re staying busy because it.”
For more information, stop by 286 Highway 107 South in
Cashiers, call (828) 743-7920 or visit www.wncroofing.com.
To read more on the businesses in
Highlands and Cashiers, visit
thelaurelmagazine.com/news
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Business
Hand Painted
Fibers at Silver
Threads and
Golden Needles
V
irginia Murphy hand paints yarn. She takes the world’s
finest yarns and hand dyes them the most beautiful colors. The new signature line of fine yarns by Silver Threads
and Golden Needles includes solid colors in rich jewel tones and
soft pastels but it also contains hand painted variegated types.
Virginia mixes her own colors and pairs them to blend on the
variegated skeins.
One of the only yarn shops in the area that offers custom
dyed yarns and certainly the only one that has their own in
house signature line. Just a few of the fiber types you’ll find at
Silver Threads and Golden Needles include: Angora, Alpaca,
Bamboo, Buffalo, Cotton, Cashmere, Hemp, Llama, Linen, Mohair, Wool and Silk. Some from local farms, hand-dyers and
spinners to the classic favorites from around the world.
Virginia and shop co-owners Kristin Murphy McDougall and
Amy Murphy offer classes in Knitting, Crocheting, Spinning and
Weaving. All three ladies are extremely knowledgable and willing to teach those new to fiber arts and those with years experience. They pride themselves on their selection of fibers as well
as their selection of patterns and ideas. This is not your grandmother’s yarn shop, it is young fresh and exciting. This Summer
the shop was re-decorated offering an abundance of space for
shopping and classes.
Silver Threads and Golden Needles is located at 41 East Main
Street in Franklin, North Carolina. They have a great website
and offer those interested the opportunity to sign up for their
newsletter each month. Online they can be found at www.silverthreadsyarn.com or for more information call (828) 369-0515 or
follow them on facebook. Store hours are Monday – Saturday
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. with Knit Nite on Thursdays from 4:00
p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
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Oakleaf flower &
garden Expands
by Luke Osteen
Kirk Moore and Don Fry
O
akleaf flower & garden owners Kirk Moore and Don
Fry have earned a sterling reputation in Highlands
for their exquisite selection of blossoms for every
occasion, their flawless wedding designs, and their treasure-chest of a shop filled with gardening requisites, both
whimsical and deeply traditional garden art, enchanting
perennials and herbs, and garden-inspired antiques.
And now, having established Oakleaf’s good name, Kirk
and Don have opened a sister gallery in Cashiers.
This new shop, located at 113 US 64 east (in Chestnut
Square), boasts all of the hallmarks of the Highlands original with one very big difference – lots more antiques.
“It’s a much bigger space than Highlands, so we decided
to fill in all that extra room with antiques, and more antiques,” explains Kirk. “Naturally, we have plenty of garden
art and the same selection of flowers and plants.”
And there’s one more thing that the new Cashiers location shares with its Highlands flagship – Kirk and Don’s deep
pool of knowledge, honed by 22 years in the world of gardens, flowers and entertaining. That knowledge is just part
of the warm customer service that’s lavished upon visitors
to both stores. It’s a natural extension of the friendly demeanors of Kirk and Tim and its won them a loyal customer
base in Highlands and Cashiers.
For more information, call (828) 526-8000 or visit
either location.
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Business
Cullasaja Club
Celebrates 25 Years
S
by Wiley Sloan
ome of you have never known the Highlands-Cashiers
area without the Cullasaja Club, which was established by
Arvida back in the late 80’s. It is hard to believe that it was
just a mere 25 years ago.
At more than 4,200 foot elevation, the Cullasaja Club is situated on the Cashiers highway equidistant between Highlands
and Cashiers. The community’s eye-catching entrance beckons
everyone with beautiful seasonal flowers and stacked stone
walls. The folks who call the Cullasaja Club home must feel a
sense of pride knowing how they and their neighbors add to
the Highlands-Cashiers community.
Cullasaja became a private, member-owned Club in 2000.
Today, membership is by invitation only and is capped at 330.
These guidelines guard the serene environment and create an
ideal golf, tennis and fitness club.
If I were creating a marketing brochure for Cullasaja Club, I
might include the following info: members enjoy a premier
18-hole golf course, an exceptional driving range and practice
facility, a state-of-the-art fitness center, six tennis courts, and
an expansive heated swimming pool. Nature lovers will love
the on-site “Yacht Club” for canoeing, kayaking and bass and
trout fishing along Lake Ravenel. Let the hikers trek the acres of
walkways along forests and streams. With a myriad of dining
venues, everyone can find something that fits their need. The
Dining Room, the Terrace, the Pavilion, the Grill and the Lounge
-- all offering elegant, yet casual, mountain ambiance.
Residents of Cullasaja Club are able to enjoy the beauty of
the Blue Ridge Mountains and feel the cool mountain breezes
rustle in the decade-old trees as they listen to the soothing
sounds of flowing rivers and waterfalls as they flow into beautiful Lake Ravenel. Cullasaja Club is the perfect spot to relax and
rejuvenate-away from the rush and the stress of modern life.
With more than 685 secluded acres, the 288 homes enjoy a private setting with just the right mix of quiet solitude while being
in a friendly neighborhood.
In this mesmerizing setting it would be easy to sit back and
relax and do nothing but play golf or croquet, challenge your
friends to a game of tennis or bridge. But that is not what happens. Residents of the Cullasaja Club are active in our community, serving our churches, non-profit organizations and civic
clubs and more. The Cullasaja Women’s Outreach works diligently to raise $426,000 to help the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital
and many of our area’s non-profits by providing much needed
funds.
Yes, each of us who call the Highlands-Cashiers area home is
truly blessed. But the folks who enjoy the many amenities of
the Cullasaja Club are especially blessed. It’s a wonderful place
to live. Warm inviting neighbors in a pristine setting. It’s simply
the perfect life and the lifestyle you deserve to enjoy!
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index of advertisers
Accommodations
Cashiers Resort Rentals
www.cashiersresortrentals.comPages
130, 131
Country Club Properties
www.ccphighlandsnc.com Page 2
Fire Mountain Inn & Cabins
www.firemt.comPage 6
Inn at Half-Mile Farm
www.halfmilefarm.comPage 25
Landmark Vacation Rentals
www.landmarkvacations.comPages 130,
131
Mountain Laurel Inn
www.mountainlaurelinnandshoppes.comPage 34A
Mountain Laurel Rest
www.mountainlaurelrest.comPage 56
Old Edwards Inn
www.oldedwardsinn.com Page 101
The Orchard
Restaurant & Guest Cottage www.theorchardcashiers.com Page 66
Skyline Lodge
www.skylinelodge.comPage 72
Whiteside Cove CottagesPage 94
Antiques & Home Furnishings
Acorn’s Boutique
www.acornsboutique.comPage 4
Bound’s Cave
www.boundscave.com
Page 15
The Brier PatchPage 33
Butler GalleriesPage 19
Cabin CouturePage 24
Dovetail AntiquesPage 27
Dutchman’s Designs
www.dutchmansdesigns.comPage 16
Greenleaf Gallery
www.greenleafgallerygifts.comPage 19
Into the Woods Home InteriorsPage 104
Midnight Farms
www.midnightfarms.comPage 21
Mirror Lake AntiquesPage 36
Museum of American Cut
& Engraved GlassPage 32
Peak Experience
www.peakexp.comPage 86
Rusticks
www.rusticks.comPage 81
Scudder’s Galleries
www.scuddersgalleries.comPage 41
The Summer House
www.summerhousehighlands.com
Pages 29, 97
Summer Place Antiques Page 100
Vivianne MetzgerPage 81
Art Galleries/Artists
Annell, Portrait Artist
www.annell.comPage 20
Around Back at Rocky’s Place
www.aroundbackatrockysplace.com
Page 55
The Bascom
www.thebascom.orgPage 132
Blue Valley GalleryPage 34A
The Brier PatchPage 33
Butler GalleriesPage 19
Cabin CouturePage 24
Calderone Fine Art Gallery
www.artsource-now.comPage 94
Cashiers Hillside ArtistsPage 55
Chivaree Southern Art & Design www.chivarts.comPage 51
Dovetail AntiquesPage 27
GG’s Consignments
www.ggsconsignment.comPages 98-99
Greenleaf Gallery
www.greenleafgallerygifts.comPage 19
Highlands Fine ArtPage 17
Into the Woods Home InteriorsPage 104
John Collette
www.johncollettefineart.comPage 49
Main Street Gallery
www.mainstreetgallery.netPage 102
Midnight Farms
www.midnightfarms.comPage 21
Mill Creek Gallery
www.cystrain.comPage 58
Mountain Mist GalleryPage 57
Museum of American Cut
& Engraved GlassPage 32
Oakleaf Flower & GardenPage 65, 116
Peak Experience
www.peakexp.comPage 86
Peter J. Pioli Interiors www.macdonaldhomeconstruction.com/
interior.html Page 6
Silver Eagle
www.silvereaglegallery.comPage 22
Summer Place AntiquesPage 100
TJB Gallery
www.tjbmens.comPages 60, 129
Vivianne MetzgerPage 81
William Whiteside Art GalleryPage 56
Bait & Tackle
Signal Ridge Marina
www.signalridgemarina.comPage 10
Banks/Mortgage Companies
Macon Bank
www.maconbank.com Page 52
Bakeries
The Bakery at
Fressers Eatery
www.fresserseatery.com Page 63
Fatigati’s Cafe & BakeryPage 69
Beauty Salons
Creative ConceptsPage 96
Head InnovationsPage 96
Bedding/Linens
Blue Ridge Bedding
www.blueridgebedding.comPage 38
Dutchman’s Designs
www.dutchmansdesigns.comPage 16
Highlands Emporium
www.highlandsemporium.comPages
41, 118
Into the Woods Home InteriorsPage 104
Lenz GiftsPage 106
Bird Supplies
Bird Barn and Gift EmporiumPage 11
Boat Rentals
Signal Ridge Marina
www.signalridgemarina.comPage 10
Books
The Brier PatchPage 33
Dovetail AntiquesPage 27
Builders
America’s Home Place
www.americashomeplace.comPage 108
Aptcon
www.aptcon.comPage 111
Arrowood Construction
www.arrowoodconstruction.com Page
92
Lupoli Construction
www.lupoliconstruction.com Pages 60,
129
Mountainworks Design
www.mtnworks.comPage 93
Srebalus Construction Co.Page 96
Warth Construction
www.warthconstruction.com Page 18A
Canoe Rentals
Highlands Canoe RentalsPage 106
Cards
Bird Barn and Gift EmporiumPage 11
The Dry Sink
www.thedrysink.com Page 35
Caterers
Café 107
www.cafe107south.comPage 119
Fressers Eatery
www.fresserseatery.com Page 63
The Kitchen
Carryaway & Catering
www.thekitchenofhighlands.comPage
67
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Pines and Palms
Personal Chef Service
www.highlandspersonalchef.comPage
67
Rosewood Market
www.distinctiveevents.comPage 65
Chambers of Commerce
Cashiers Chamber of Commerce www.cashiersnorthcarolina.comPage
121
Chiropractic Services
Mountain Air Wellness
www.mountainairwellness.com Page
88
Churches
Wayfarers Unity
www.wayfarersunity.orgPage 54
Cigars
Highlands Emporium
www.highlandsemporium.comPages
41, 118
Clothing & Accessories
4th Street BoutiquePage 35
Acorn’s Boutique
www.acornsboutique.comPage 4
Alyxandra’s BoutiquePages 88, 117
AnnawearPage 105
Bear Mountain OutfittersPage 18A
C. Orrico
www.corrico.comPage 42
Cabin Casuals
www.cabincasuals.comPage 5
ElevationPage 19
Ellen’sPage 119
Francie Hargrove
www.franciehargrove.comPage 120
Highland Hiker
www.highlandhiker.comPages 30, 31
The Look Jewelry
www.thelookjewelry.comPage 103
Martha Anne’s Page 52
Mountain Mist GalleryPage 57
Nancy’s Fancys
www.nancysfancys.netPage 32
NarcissusPage 10
Nora & Co. Page 119
Peak Experience
www.peakexp.comPage 86
Priscilla’s Decorative TouchPages 40, 100
Sashay Around
www.sashayaround.com Page 19
Sorelle Design Studio
www.sorelledesignstudio.comPage 87
Spoiled Rotten
www.spoiledrotten2nc.comPage 23
TJ Bailey
www.tjbmens.comPages 60, 129
Three Bears
Classic Children’s ClothingPages 42, 124
VC for Men
www.victoriasclosetnc.comPages 98-99
Victoria’s Closet
www.victoriasclosetnc.comPages 98-99
Victoria’s Sportswear
www.victoriasclosetnc.comPages 98-99
VivacePage 44
Wit’s EndPage 33
Cloth/Upholstery
WilhitesPage 6
Clothing Consignment
The Blue ElephantPage 20
Victoria’s Closet
www.victoriasclosetnc.comPages 98-99
Comforters
Blue Ridge Bedding
www.blueridgebedding.comPage 38
Dutchman’s Designs
www.dutchmansdesigns.comPage 16
Communities
Cullasaja Club
www.cullasajaclub.orgPage 115
Lonesome Valley
www.lonesomevalley.comPage 45
Moss Creek at Highgate
www.meadowsmtnrealty.comPage 59
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Silver Creek Real Estate Group www.ncliving.comPages 76, 77, 113
Condiments
The Hen HousePages 3, 18B
Construction Companies
Larry Rogers ConstructionPage 54
Cosmetic Surgery
Center for Plastic Surgery Robert T. Buchanan, M.D.
www.plasticsurgerytoday.com Page 92
Custom Cabinetry
Black Rock Granite & Marble
www.blackrockgraniteandmarble.
comPages 96, 110
Keystone Kitchen & Bath
www.keystonekb.comPages 10, 96
Welcome Home Kitchen & Bath www.welcomehomecashiersnc.com
Pages 96, 125
Custom Countertops
Black Rock Granite & Marble
www.blackrockgraniteandmarble.
comPages 96, 110
Keystone Kitchen & Bath
www.keystonekb.comPages 10, 96
Welcome Home Kitchen & Bath www.welcomehomecashiersnc.com
Pages 96, 125
Custom Furniture
Dutchman’s Designs
www.dutchmansdesigns.comPage 16
Midnight Farms
www.midnightfarms.comPage 21
The Summer House
www.summerhousehighlands.com
Pages 29, 97
Dentists
Dr. Joe Wilbanks
www.wilbankssmilecenter.comPage 80
Education
Rabun Gap Nacoochee School www.rabungaporgPage 26
Summit Charter School
www.summitschool.orgPage 91
Events
Acorn’s Boutique
www.acornsboutique.comPage 4
The Bascom
www.thebascom.orgPage 132
Cashiers Arts & Crafts FairPage 35
Cashiers Historical Society Quail RunPage 104
Cashiers Valley Leaf FestivalPage 34B
Dazzling Dahlias FestivalPages 37, 117
GCAMA
www.visitcashiersvalley.com Page 34B
Gilliam’s Promise “An Afternoon at the Opera”Page 11
Highlands/Cashiers Players
www.highlandscashiersplayers.org
Page 121
Highlands Culinary Weekend
www.highlandsculinaryweekend.
comPage 128
Highlands Playhouse
www.highlandsplayhouse.orgPage 112
Songwriters RoundPage 107
Fabric/Upholstery
Dutchman’s Designs
www.dutchmansdesigns.comPage 16
Into the Woods Home InteriorsPage 104
WilhitesPage 6
Fitness
Cashiers Valley Fusion
www.cashiersvalleyfusionnc.comPage
50
Yoga Highlands
www.yogahighlands.comPage 90
Florists
index of advertisers
Cosper FlowersPage 50
Fiddlehead DesignsPages 22, 23. 120
Oakleaf Flower & GardenPages 65, 116
Furniture
The Brier PatchPage 33
Bumpkins
www.bumpkins-cashiers.comPage 11
Carolina Rustic Furniture
www.carolinarusticfurniture.comPage
39
Cashiers Hillside ArtistsPage 55
Consignment MarketPages 98-99
Dovetail AntiquesPage 27
Dutchman’s Designs
www.dutchmansdesigns.comPage 16
Into the Woods Home InteriorsPage 104
Midnight Farms
www.midnightfarms.comPage 21
Nearly NewPages 98, 99, 119
Oakleaf Flower & GardenPage 65, 116
Rusticks
www.rusticks.comPage 81
The Summer House
www.summerhousehighlands.com
Pages 29, 97
Summer Place AntiquesPage 100
Vivianne MetzgerPage 81
Furniture Consignments
The Bear’s DenPages 98-99
The Blue ElephantPage 20
Consignment MarketPages 98-99
GG’s Consignments
www.ggsconsignment.com Pages 98-99
Highlands Fine ConsignmentsPage 96
Lotsa ConsignmentsPages 98-99
Nearly NewPages 98-99, 119
Furniture Refinishing
Furniture Barn
www.thefurnitureman.com Page 54
Garden Accessories
Acorn’s Boutique
www.acornsboutique.comPage 4
Bird Barn and Gift EmporiumPage 11
Garden Supplies
Bird Barn and Gift EmporiumPage 11
Highlands Lawn & Garden Page 68
Gems and Minerals
Highlands Gem Shop
www.highlandsgemshop.comPages 25,
109
Silver Eagle
www.silvereaglegallery.comPage 22
Gift Shops
Around Back at Rocky’s Place
www.aroundbackatrockysplace.com
Page 55
The Bear’s DenPages 98-99
Bird Barn and Gift EmporiumPage 11
The Brier PatchPage 33
Bumpkins
www.bumpkins-cashiers.comPage 11
Cashiers Valley PharmacyPage 102
Cabin CouturePage 24
The Dry Sink
www.thedrysink.com Page 35
Dovetail AntiquesPage 27
Dutchman’s Designs
www.dutchmansdesigns.comPage 16
Fiddlehead DesignsPages 22, 23, 120
Francie Hargrove
www.franciehargrove.comPage 120
Highlands PharmacyPage 94
Lenz GiftsPage 106
The Look
www.thelookjewelry.comPage 103
Main Street Gallery
www.mainstreetgallery.netPage 102
Midnight Farms
www.midnightfarms.comPage 21
Nora & Co. Page 119
Priscilla’s Decorative TouchPages 40, 100
Stone Lantern
www.stonelantern-highlands.com
Page 140
Golf Cars
Appalachian Golf Cars
www.appalachiangolfcars.com Page 32
Gourmet Foods
Cashiers Farmer’s Market
www.cashiersfarmersmarket.com
Pages 66, 101
Dusty’sPage 90
The Hen HousePages 3, 18B
Grading/Excavating
Larry Rogers ConstructionPage 54
Grocery Stores
Dusty’sPage 90
Groomers
Fancy PawsPage 34A
Hair Salons
Church Street Hair by CirinoPage 105
Creative ConceptsPage 96
Head InnovationsPage 96
Health Food Supplies
Nature’s VitaminsPage 34A
Heating and Air
MadcoPage 106
Home Accessories
Acorn’s Boutique
www.acornsboutique.comPage 4
Bird Barn and Gift EmporiumPage 11
The Brier PatchPage 33
Bumpkins
www.bumpkins-cashiers.comPage 11
Butler GalleriesPage 19
Cabin CouturePage 24
Carolina Rustic Furniture
www.carolinarusticfurniture.comPage
39
Dovetail AntiquesPage 27
Dutchman’s Designs
www.dutchmansdesigns.comPage 16
Francie Hargrove
www.franciehargrove.comPage 120
GG’s Consignments
www.ggsconsignment.comPages 98-99
Into the Woods Home InteriorsPage 104
Lenz GiftsPage 106
Midnight Farms
www.midnightfarms.comPage 21
Oakleaf Flower & GardenPages 65, 116
Peak Experience
www.peakexp.comPages 86
Priscilla’s Decorative TouchPages 40, 100
Rusticks
www.rusticks.comPage 81
Stone Lantern
www.stonelantern-highlands.com
Page 140
The Summer House
www.summerhousehighlands.com
Pages 29, 97
Vivianne MetzgerPage 81
Ice cream
SweeTreats
www.sweetreats.comPage 66
SweeTreats Deli
www.sweetreats.comPage 66
Interior Design & Home Furnishings
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index of advertisers
Bound’s Cave
www.boundscave.com
Page 15
The Brier PatchPage 33
Bumpkins
www.bumpkins-cashiers.comPage 11
The Designer’s Market
www.thedesignersmarket-nc.com
Page 123
Dovetail AntiquesPage 27
Dutchman’s Designs
www.dutchmansdesigns.comPage 16
Francie Hargrove
www.franciehargrove.comPage 120
Into the Woods Home InteriorsPage 104
Midnight Farms
www.midnightfarms.comPage 21
Peter J. Pioli Interiors www.macdonaldhomeconstruction.com/
interior.html Page 6
Priscilla’s Decorative TouchPages 40, 100
Raffa Design Associates
www.raffadesignassociates.com Pages
37, 114
Rock’n RoosterPages 98-99
Rusticks
www.rusticks.comPage 81
The Summer House
www.summerhousehighlands.com
Page, 29, 97
Summer Place AntiquesPage 100
Investment Planning
Wells Fargo AdvisorsPage 87
Jewelry - Fashion
Acorn’s Boutique
www.acornsboutique.comPage 4
AnnawearPage 105
Calderone Fine Art Gallery
www.artsource-now.comPage 94
Cashiers Hillside ArtistsPage 55
Dovetail AntiquesPage 27
Ellen’sPage 119
Francie Hargrove
www.franciehargrove.comPage 120
Greenleaf Gallery
www.greenleafgallerygifts.comPage 19
The Look Jewelry
www.thelookjewelry.comPage 103
Mountain Mist GalleryPage 57
NarcissusPage 10
Peak Experience
www.peakexp.comPage 86
Rock’n RoosterPages 98-99
Sashay Around
www.sashayaround.com Page 19
Silver Eagle
www.silvereaglegallery.comPage 22
Sorelle Design Studio
www.sorelledesignstudio.comPage 87
VivacePage 44
Jewelry - Fine
Alyxandra’s BoutiquePages 88, 117
Drake’s Diamond GalleryPage 53
East & WestPage 14
Highlands Gem Shop
www.highlandsgemshop.comPages 25,
109
Highlands Fine ArtPage 17
Mirror Lake AntiquesPage 36
Scudder’s Galleries
www.scuddersgalleries.comPage 41
Stone Lantern
www.stonelantern-highlands.com
Page 140
Kitchen Accessories
Bird Barn and Gift EmporiumPage 11
The Dry Sink
www.thedrysink.com Page 35
The Summer House
www.summerhousehighlands.com
Pages 29, 97
Landscaping Supplies
Highlands Lawn & Garden Page 68
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Lighting
The Brier PatchPage 33
Bumpkins
www.bumpkins-cashiers.comPage 11
Carolina Rustic Furniture
www.carolinarusticfurniture.comPage
39
Dovetail AntiquesPage 27
Dutchman’s Designs
www.dutchmansdesigns.comPage 16
Francie Hargrove
www.franciehargrove.comPage 120
Into the Woods Home InteriorsPage 104
Lenz GiftsPage 106
The Summer House
www.summerhousehighlands.com
Pages 29, 97
Summer Place AntiquesPage 100
Vivianne MetzgerPage 81
Luggage
Highlands Emporium
www.highlandsemporium.comPages
41, 118
Masonry
Palillos Stone Masonry
www.palillosstonemasonry.comPage
89
Massage Therapy
Mountain Air Wellness
www.mountainairwellness.com Page
88
Tranquility Cove Massage
www.tranquilitycovemassage.com
Page 96
Mattresses
Blue Ridge Bedding
www.blueridgebedding.comPage 38
Dutchman’s Designs
www.dutchmansdesigns.comPage 16
Moccasins
Silver Eagle
www.silvereaglegallery.comPage 22
Museums
Museum of American Cut
& Engraved GlassPage 32
Musical Performers
WellStrungPage 101
Nail Care
Creative ConceptsPage 96
Native American Crafts
Silver Eagle
www.silvereaglegallery.comPage 22
Needlework Supplies
Needlepoint of HighlandsPage 40
Painters
Quality PaintingPage 40
Performers
WellStrungPage 101
Pet Care
Fancy PawsPage 34A
Pet Supplies
Woof Gang BakeryPage 105
Pharmacies
Cashiers Valley PharmacyPage 102
Highlands PharmacyPage 94
Photography
Charles Johnson
Fine Photography
www.charlesjohnsonfineart.comPage
109
index of advertisers
Cynthia Strain - Mill Creek Gallery www.cystrain.comPage 58
Picture Framing
Greenleaf Gallery
www.greenleafgallerygifts.comPage 19
Mill Creek Gallery
www.cystrain.comPage 58
Plants/Nurseries
Highlands Lawn & Garden Page 68
Porch and Patio
Midnight Farms
www.midnightfarms.comPage 21
The Summer House
www.summerhousehighlands.com
Pages 29, 97
Pottery
Around Back at Rocky’s Place
www.aroundbackatrockysplace.com
Page 55
Bird Barn and Gift EmporiumPage 11
Calderone Fine Art Gallery
www.artsource-now.comPage 94
Cashiers Hillside ArtistsPage 55
Dutchman’s Designs
www.dutchmansdesigns.comPage 16
Greenleaf Gallery
www.greenleafgallerygifts.comPage 19
The Hen HousePages 3, 18B
Main Street Gallery
www.mainstreetgallery.netPage 102
Midnight Farms
www.midnightfarms.comPage 21
Mountain Mist GalleryPage 57
Printing Companies
Cashiers PrintingPage 10
Produce
Cashiers Farmer’s Market
www.cashiersfarmersmarket.com
Pages 66, 101
Pubs
Bodacious Bear PubPage 34A
The Ugly Dog
www.theuglydogpub.comPage 72
Radio Stations
WHLC FM 104.5
www.whlc.com Page 35
Real Estate Sales
Betsy Paul
www.betsypaulproperties.com Page
139
Carol Mathews
www.carolmathews.comPage 138
Chambers Agency
www.chambersagency.netPage 113
Country Club Properties
www.ccphighlandsnc.com Page 2
Green Mountain Realty Group www.greenmountainrealtygroup.
comPage 113
Hattler Properties
www.hattlerproperties.comPages 113
Highlands NC Realty
www.highlandsnc.infoPage 58
Highlands Properties
www.highlandsproperties.comPage 61
John Cleaveland Realty
www.jcrealty.com Page 122
Landmark Realty Group
www.landmarkrg.comPages 130, 131
Lonesome Valley
www.lonesomevalley.comPage 45
Meadows Mountain Realty
www.meadowsmtnrealty.comPage 59
Mountain View Properties
www.mountainviewpropertiesnc.
comPage 127
Nadine Paradise –
BlackRock Realty Group, LLC www.nadineparadise.comPage 117
NC Mountain Life
www.ncmountainlife.comPage 113
Old Cashiers Realty, Inc.
www.oldcashiersrealty.comPage 113
Pam Nellis SIlver Creek Real Estate Group www.ncliving.comPage 40
Preserve at Rock CreekPage 9
Residence Club
www.residenceclubpartners.comPage
9
Silver Creek Real Estate Group www.ncliving.comPages 76, 77, 113
White Oak Realty Group
www.whiteoakrg.comPage 17
Restaurants
Highlands-Cashiers DirectoryPage 75
23 Steps Steakhouse Page 66
Altitudes Restaurant
www.skylinelodge.comPage 72
Bella’s Junction CafePage 67
Café 107
www.cafe107south.comPage 119
Cashiers Farmer’s Market
www.cashiersfarmersmarket.com
Pages 66, 101
Cyprus International Cuisine
www.cyprushighlands.comPage 73
Dusty’sPage 90
El Azteca
www.elaztecahighlands.comPage 72
Fatigati’s Cafe & BakeryPage 69
FlipSide
www.highlandsrestaurantgroup.net
Page 63
Fressers Eatery
www.fresserseatery.comPage 63
Highlands Smokehouse
www.highlandsrestaurantgroup.net
Page 63
The Kitchen
Carryaway & Catering
www.thekitchenofhighlands.comPage
67
Lakeside Restaurant
www.lakesiderestaurant.info Page 63
On the Verandah
www.ontheverandah.com Page 64
The Orchard
Restaurant & Guest Cottage www.theorchardcashiers.comPage 66
Pizza PlacePage 69
Ristorante Paoletti
www.paolettis.comPage 68
Rosewood Market
www.distinctiveevents.comPage 65
Ruka’s Table
www.highlandsrestaurantgroup.net
Page 69
SweeTreats
www.sweetreats.comPage 66
SweeTreats Deli
www.sweetreats.comPage 66
Tommy’ Coffee ShopPage 69
The Ugly Dog/Dog House
www.theuglydogpub.comPage 72
Wild Thyme Gourmet
www.wildthymegourmet.comPage 6
Wolfgang’s Restaurant
& Wine Bistro
www.wolfgangs.netPage 5
Zeke and Earl’s Page 69
ZookeeperPage 34A
Roofing Services
WNC Roofing
www.roofing.comPage 15
Rugs
Bound’s Cave
www.boundscave.com
Page 15
The Designer’s Market
www.thedesignersmarket-nc.com
Page 123
Into the Woods Home InteriorsPage 104
Midnight Farms
www.midnightfarms.comPage 21
Peter J. Pioli Interiors www.macdonaldhomeconstruction.com/
interior.html Page 6
The Summer House
www.summerhousehighlands.com
Pages 29, 97
Shipping Services
Stork’s Wrap, Pack & ShipPage 11
Shoes
4th Street BoutiquePage 35
AnnawearPage 105
Bear Mountain OutfittersPage 18A
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