The Laurel Magazine of Highlands NC and Cashiers NC - June 2019 by The Laurel Magazine of Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

HIGHLANDS AND CASHIERS

JUNE 2019

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INSIDE THE LAUREL JUNE 2019 THINGS TO DO

June Concerts at PAC

Highlands-Cashiers Art League

The Art of Leslie Jeffery

The Watchers

At Smitten of Highlands

Summertime Art and Craft Show

Bel Canto

Village Square Arts & Crafts Show

2019 Interlude Concerts

Highlands Men’s Chorus

Highlands Motoring Festival

Highlands Marketplace

The Bascom

Hip & Cool Plants

Happenings at The Hudson

Trail Hike

Highlands Live Music

Albert-Carlton Community Library

Cashiers Antique Benefit Show

Fireworks on The Green

Pots on The Green

Groovin’ on The Green

Low Country Shrimp Boil

Beer, Bark & Barbeque

Annual Authors Tea

Annual Kitchen Tour

Highlands 4th of July

Sapphire Valley Craft Festival

Playhouse Summer Camp

Jan Wyatt Symposium

Designer Purse Bingo

Cashiers Designer Showhouse

Lake Glenville Fireworks

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Town Square Shopping

Barn Dance and Barbeque

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Lenz Gifts & Fine Linens

Spirituals Concert

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Colonel Mustard

Yoga on The Green

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Trunk Shows at Acorns Boutique

WNC Singers

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Plateau Picks

Joy Garden Tour

Highlands Historical Society

Calendar

THE ARTS 72

Cover Artist Charles Johnson

Highlands Playhouse

Rebecca “beX” Shofner

Great Art On Screen

H-C Chamber Music Festival

DINING

HISTORY 132

Heritage Arts: Chair Caning

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Cashiers History

134

Highlands History

HEALTH 138

Mission Health

140

Gut Function

142

Screen Time Toxicity

144

Rachel Kelley, A Passion To Help

Dining at Greystone Inn

Mountain Breakfast

100

Champagne Supper Club

102

Altitudes Restaurant

148

This Is My House

104

Lunch For Literacy

150

Author Spotlight: Ron Rash

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Highlands Food & Wine Festival

151

Financial Focus

108

Pancake Breakfast

152

The Fine Art of Not Thinking

109

Dining Guide

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Peggy Crosby Center

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VENTURE OUT

HOMES & LIFESTYLES

GIVING BACK 158

Glenville Thrift Shop

160

Carpe Diem Farms

161

C-H Humane Society

162

H-C Land Trust

163

AHEC

164

International Friendship Center

165

Big Brothers Big Sisters

BIZ SPOTLIGHT

120

Adventure Out to Pickelsimer Falls

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Blue Linin’

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Highlands Plateau Audubon Society

168

Chamber Grants For the Arts

123

The Accidental Gardener

169

Cashiers Chamber of Commerce

124

Highlands Biological Station

169

Magnolia Concierge Services

125

Differential Grasshopper

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Teri’s Nails

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The Night Sky

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Golf Talk

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Mountain Wildlife Days

MAKING IT HAPPEN

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DONNA RHODES Writer

Well, here we are in June, the most glorious month in the most glorious place in the world. This particular portion of summer invites rejuvenation. Make sure you contemplate the profound wisdom offered by Ashby Underwood-

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Garner on Page 142, wisdom not simply for our children and grandchildren, but for ourselves. And consider the underlying meaning of “This is My Home” on Page 148 to learn how one woman’s embrace of a new philosophy gave her a fresh perspective on life and a home in Highlands. All of this is our way of saying, “Don’t miss the

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wonder that’s June on the Plateau.”

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Contributing Writers: Jane Gibson Nardy, Mary Adair Trumbly, Sue Blair, Dr. Anastasia Halldin, David Stroud, Jeannie Chambers, William McReynolds, Sue Aery, Ann Self, Zach Claxton, Charlotte Muir, Kat Ford, Mary Abranyi, Ashby Underwood, and Chris Wilkes Contributing Photographers: Susan Renfro, Greg Clarkson, Charles Johnson, Peter Ray, Terry Barnes and Kevin FitzPatrick Copyright © 2019 by The Mountain Laurel, LLC. All rights reserved. Laurel Magazine is published eleven times per year. Reproduction without the permission of the publisher is prohibited. The publishers and editors are not responsible for unsolicited material and it will be treated as unconditionally assigned for publication subject to Laurel Magazine’s right to edit. Return postage must accompany all manuscripts, photographs and drawings. Every effort has been made to assure that all information presented in this issue is accurate, and neither Laurel Magazine nor any of its staff is responsible for advertising errors, omissions, or information that has been misrepresented in or to the magazine. Any substantial errors that are the fault of the magazine will be subject to a reduction or reimbursement of the amounts paid by the advertiser, but in no case will any claim arising from such error exceed the amount paid for the advertisement by the advertiser.

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HIGHLANDS MOTORING FESTIVAL BY STEVE MEHDER

The Highlands Motoring Festival, set for June 6-9, is a sterling example of The Little Car Show That Could.

s you start to grow up, you often strive to emulate people that you find are larger, or more nationally recognized; but, all too often, circumstances might prevent you from achieving that goal. At that point you look at what you have and what is unique, and capitalize on that. Such is the case of the Highlands Motoring Festival. Highlands Motoring Festival is the Little Festival that Could. Much like The Little Engine That Could, the Highlands Motoring Festival is now saying “I knew I could, I knew I could.” Not to cast a shadow on larger motoring festivals and concourses, the likes of Pebble Beach, Hilton Head, or Amelia Island, but the Highlands Motoring Festival is unique. Sure, the above named events draw thousands of spectators, unique or milliondollar cars to lush golf course settings every year. Well, so does Highlands. While we don’t have acres of golf course area with which to have a large number of cars, we have Highlands. So what’s unique? First, we are the high-

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est Motoring Festival east of the Rockies. What’s important about that? The weather! When others are sweating in 90-plus degree weather, we’re enjoying the 70’s. While others spend all day walking around the larger shows, our venue is one block off Main Street. This allows you to enjoy the Festival, but also have time to visit the shops, restaurants, hotels, and other attractions Highlands has to offer, without the crowds, or shuttles necessitated at larger events.

We, too, have unique and milliondollar cars, but we also have the cars that people grew up with, and have fond childhood memories of, bringing us back to days gone by. The four-day Festival has opportunities for all. There are road tours to highlight the mountain roads and scenery, comparable to the Black Forest of Germany, and parades down Main Street, like parades of old. The Highlands Motoring Festival hosts not one, but two, car shows. Saturday’s Cars in the Park, a classic car show, will feature the cars of Carroll Shelby, pre-war orphans (cars of manufactures that no longer exist), and vintage race cars, as well as many other fine pre-1990 cars of various makes. Sunday is the High Octane on Main car display and social gathering. This show will display cars of various ages, some of which were at the Saturday show. But, there’ll also be more modern cars that will pique the public’s interest. The weekend of June 6-9, will be an opportunity to discover that you don’t have to be big to be special. Just like the Highlands Motoring Festival and the Town of Highlands.

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HIGHLANDS MARKETPLACE BY LUKE OSTEEN

Long a happy event on the town’s calendar, Highlands Marketplace is open for business with the arrival of the summer season.

he Highlands Marketplace is being staged from 8:0 0 A.M. until 12:30 P.M. every Saturday at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park. Local farmers, artisans, and growers gather to offer the freshest and most colorful selections you’ll find anywhere. Whether it’s spring lettuces, organic salves and tinctures, eggs, or handmade crafts you’ll not be disappointed. Farmers will be offering the first fruits of their fields and you’ll find fresh eggs from contented chickens, honey, and a full spectrum of fresh flowers harvested on the Plateau. There’s also a dizzying selection of fresh-baked pastries and breads. Look for canned goods, jams and jellies, and herbal teas and tisanes.

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This is also a place to visit if you’re seeking handmade soaps and essential oils, and homemade salves that are crafted using formulas that date back hundreds of years.

The Highlands Marketplace is a great way to start your weekend, so bring your baskets and your market bags and load ‘em up! If you choose to bring your four-legged friends, please make sure they’re leashed. But just as important as all the foods, all the treats, all the goods, is the sense of community that forms the bedrock of this entry on the town’s social calendar. This is where Highlanders gather. Stories are told, gossip is exchanged, and jokes are swapped. People of all ages and all social standings stroll through and weigh their purchases. If you don’t spend part of your time talking with the vendors and artisans, well, you’re not getting your money’s worth.

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FIRE AWAY WITH THE BASCOM BY KAT FORD | THE BASCOM

A trio of top-drawer ceramicists will share the spotlight at The Bascom’s celebration of mud, fire and deep technique – The Three Potters Symposium, Saturday, June 15.

ne of the most anticipated ceramic events of the summer is The Bascom’s Annual Three Potters Symposium, held on June 15, from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. in the Dave Drake Studio. In its ninth year, this event hosts three talented ceramic artists from the region for a day of public demonstrations and dialogue. If a piano was a potter’s wheel, and ragtime was a throwing technique, audience members would likely consider the energy of this backand-forth banter something akin to a dueling piano experience. Attendees will enjoy listening to Amy Sanders, Jenn Mecca, and Kristin Shoonover talk about their inspiration and processes as they demonstrate a variety of wheel-thrown techniques, with a focus on slab construction, thrown and altered forms, and layered slip decoration. In conjunction with the symposium demonstrations, visit The Bascom’s Greehey Atrium Gallery to view and shop for work from these artists and many more. The exhibition of work will be on display and for sale until the end of July. The Bascom would like to thank the sponsors of its Annual Three Potters Symposium – Mike and Virginia Campbell. Ceramics lovers and art enthusiasts will also have the opportunity to shop from a huge selection of local pottery during The Bascom’s Eighth Annual Summer Pottery Sale, July 26 through 28 from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Shoppers will enjoy unique pottery with an added bonus of demonstrations, including wheel-throwing, sculpture, hand-building, carving, and sgraffito. All pieces available for purchase in this sale are created by studio members in the historic Dave Drake Studio, which offers a variety of private classes and group workshops for all ages and skill levels.

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HIP & COOL PLANTS BY MARY PALMER DARGAN

Dovecote’s in full bloom with a full host of programs and presentations.

ur seventh season of the Garden Talk Salon resumes its summer schedule at 10:00 A.M. Friday, June 14, with “Hip and Cool Plants,” a tour and horticultural discussion with Mary Palmer Dargan. These are plants suitable for Mountain Chic Gardens, perfect for the Plateau. It will include shrubs, trees, evergreens, perennials – you name it, we’ll talk about it! We will meet at Dovecote Barn and then wander on over to Chattooga Gardens. On June 29 (which is a Saturday – please note the date change), Edmund Taylor will discuss his fabulous daylilies in the Edmund’s Daylily Patch, located on the meadow adjacent to the Dovecote barn. He will have them for sale. If you can’t make his lecture, which is a “Don’t Miss” opportunity, please come by Dovecote and see the incredible daylily bloom next to the property along the white fence! In July, it’s “Mr. Hugh Does Flowers...and Returns” due to popular demand on Friday the 12th. Our amusing and excellent “Hentopia” author, Frank Hyman, will be here on July 26 to talk about…Hens! For more information about all this and about more of our Garden Design Studio set for August 7-11, please visit Dargan.com. As always please call the office (828) 743-0307 to let us know how many will be in your party and the names to reserve your seats.

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HAPPENINGS AT THE HUDSON BY LUKE OSTEEN

Hudson Library fosters a love of discovery within all of its patrons.

ow that we’re here in June, Hudson Library is in full bloom to attract everyone in the community. We’d normally spotlight the Childrens’ Summer Learning Program, which is open to all children, regardless of whether they own a library card. This will go on all summer long and will feature special children’s programs every Friday morning at 10:30, kid’s movies Friday afternoons at 2:00, and Kids Zone Activities will continue on Thursday afternoons at 3:30. Kids can earn prizes all summer long for reading – all their parents need to do is sign up at the library. So the kids are alright, but Hudson Library also has something special for the grown-ups in Highlands. Remember how last year PBS issued its Great American Read Challenge? Americans were invited to read what were judged to be Readers’ 100 Favorite Novels. Some

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were put off by the inclusion of modern “popular” works alongside undisputed classics (“Moby Dick” and “The Hunt for Red October?” “Little Women” and “The Help?”).

But most people rose to the challenge and expanded their horizons, rekindling their love of literature in all its incarnations. Hudson Library is issuing its own challenge: Adult Summer Reading Bingo. “We’ll reward our readers with prizes for completing rows on a reading bingo card,” says Librarian Carlyn Morenus. “It’s a fun way to reward yourself for reading!” At press time, I don’t know what prizes Carlyn is offering (though I’m pretty sure the children in the Summer Learning Program can count on stickers – I suppose if you wish, she’ll give you stickers, too). But it’s certain that if you’re an active participant in Reading Bingo, you’ll be rewarded with a limber mind, a clearer understanding of the complexities of the world, and a renewed appreciation for this wonderful community resource.

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Kelsey Trail 1897 by Henry Scadin

HAPPY TRAILS BY RAN SHAFFNER

The public is offered the rare opportunity to hike the historic Whiteside Mountain to Highlands Trail.

n July 5, you have an opportunity to hike the historic Kelsey Trail from Whiteside Mountain to the Highlands Recreation Park, thanks to the Highlands Plateau Greenway. When Highlands was founded in 1875, there was no road to Whiteside Mountain. So in 1881 Samuel Kelsey began work on a road that would end a quarter-mile from the top of Whiteside. One resident who questioned the public benefit of such a road argued it was, “of no earthly use to the town, that it goes nowhere and ends in nothing.” But Kelsey persisted, recruiting subscriptions and days of labor from citizens in and outside of Highlands, and after 500 work days, the first wagon made its journey to Whiteside on July 10, 1883. For the next 70 years the Kelsey Trail became one of the most popular excursions for the people of Highlands. Although the road was closed to the public in the 1950s, the Highlands Plateau Greenway will sponsor a nostalgic walk on the original trail from Whiteside Mountain to the Highlands Rec Park. Along the way, small groups will be led to Leila’s Rock, Garnet Rock, Highlands Falls, and Soldier’s Cave where you may meet some very interesting characters from the past. Shuttles will leave from the Highlands Rec Park on Friday, July 5, at 9:00 to 9:45 A.M. The five-mile walk, mostly downhill, takes less than four hours and will end with a picnic at the Rec Park. It’s suggested you bring good hiking shoes or boots, rain gear, water, a day pack, and your camera. Residents and visitors can register for the walk at highlandsgreenway@nctv.com or leave a message at (828) 526-2385. The $75 cost of the guided walk includes a picnic lunch and free membership in the Highlands Plateau Greenway. Please sign up early as we are limiting the number of hikers this year to be respectful of our land owners.

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Andalyn | Saturdays on Pine, June 15

ENJOY A LITTLE MUSIC AND DANCE BY MARY JANE MCCALL | ANDALYN PHOTO BY SHELL DANIELSON LEWIS

The joyful sounds of the Friday Night Live and Saturdays on Pine concerts series are the official soundtrack for summer evenings in Highlands.

ummer has officially arrived Train | Saturdays on Pine, June 1 in Highlands when the Friday Night Live and Saturdays on Pine outdoor concerts take the stage and folks of all ages come out to dance under the stars. Friday Night Live performances take place at the Highlands Town Square from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Saturdays on Pine are at KelseyHutchinson Founders Park on Pine Street and also begin at 6:00 P.M. It’s not only the people who come listen to music who appreciate these family friendly concerts, but many of the same performers come back again and again to play to the appreciative and fun-loving crowds. Knight Martorell, who plays banjo, harmonica and contributes to the harmony vocals with Silly Ridge Round Up says that, “for us, having fun with the audience is as much a part of what we enjoy as the music we play, and Friday Night Live is the perfect venue for that. It is the culminaof Highlands, cloggers dancing to our mution of so many wholesome characteristics: sic, cool mountain air, and children playing, friends and families gathering in the center all make for very special summer evenings.

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It’s a wonderful reminder of what a magical place Highlands is, and how lucky we are to live here.” Andalyn, who often plays Saturdays on Pine, “loves the people of Highlands, the scenery and getting to share what I do. Watching the families and dogs play is pretty cool, too.” Her live performances include original compositions and covers. The Friday night lineup during June is Tallulah River Band on June 7; Silly Ridge Roundup on June 14; Ben and Marce on June 21; and Southern Highlands Band on June 28. Saturdays on Pine features the jazz sounds of Train on June 1; the Colby Dietz Band on June 8, sponsored by Spartina 449; Andalyn on June 15, sponsored by Highlands Performing Arts Center; Troy Underwood on June 22; and Arnold Hill on June 29, sponsored by Highlands Aerial Park. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy a little music and dancing under the stars.

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SUMMER PROGRAMS AT THE LIBRARY BY LUKE OSTEEN

With a vigorous Summer Program, Albert CarltonCashiers Community Library is the focal point for kids looking to stay active.

here’s no such thing as a Summer Slumber when it comes to children staying busy at Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library. The library has unveiled a full calendar of events and activities to keep young ones entertained and challenged. The centerpiece of the season is the Children’s Summer Reading Program. Participants of all ages are invited to read as many books as possible and keep track of their progress on a special sheet. As they accumulate the completed titles, they can choose prizes from a box of age-appropriate rewards. At the end of the season, all of the children are invited to a Make-Your-Own-IceCream-Sundae Party. “We want to remind children just how much fun it is to read, that it’s something they can enjoy throughout the year,” says Librarian Serenity Richards. “We don’t judge them on what they choose to read, whatever captures their imaginations is fine with us – movie novelizations, comic books and graphic novels, picture books.” At 3:45 P.M. on the first Tuesday of each month, children are invited to join Imagination Station. “Each month we’ll choose a topic to explore with readings, crafts, experiments, and more,” says Richards. “This activity is planned with our patrons aged seven years and up in mind.” Wednesdays at 10:00 A.M. are reserved for Storytime, which includes books, puppets, fingerplays, songs, and crafts, with focus on early literacy skills. It’s aimed at preschool ages. Family Movies will be screened at 1:00 P.M. Thursdays. On June 6, they’ll be showing “The Lego Movie;” there’ll be no movie on June 13 because of the Friends of the Library’s Massive Book Sale set for June 13-15; on June 20, it’s “Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse;” and on June 27, “The Lego Movie 2.” All of these events and activities are free and open to all children, regardless of whether they or their parents or grandparents are library cardholders. For information about these programs, call the library at (828) 743- 0215.

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North Carolina Quilt Circa 1880 in a variant star pattern. Displayed by students and principals. Kneeling Nevaeh Birchmore left; Omar Santiz right. Back row left to right: Teri Walawender, BRS Principal, Gray Martin, Adriana Morales, Mystery Knope, Brent Speckhardt, BREC Principal

CASHIERS BENEFIT ANTIQUE SHOW BY LUKE OSTEEN

Blue Ridge School hosts a spectacular antique show – now in its fourth decade, the Cashiers Benefit Antique Show is a cultural institution.

he 43rd edition of the Cashiers Benefit Antique Show, the largest antique show on the Plateau, will be staged at Blue Ridge School, Friday, July 19, through Sunday, July 21. An astonishing 60 vendors from the United States and Great Britain will be showing their wares. But what makes this show so successful is its emphasis on inclusivity, offering antiques for the novice as well as the advanced collector. Items featured include fine silver and silver plate, jewelry, porcelain, cut and art glass, French, English and American furniture (both formal and country), black forest, cabin and lodge furnishings, fine majolica, toys, sporting memorabilia, fine art including fine prints and paintings, and bronzes, clocks, music boxes, fine lighting, wrought iron, garden art, antique tools, vintage purses, and fine boxes and Mid Century. Visitors may visit the school and return for all three days for one donation. The donation is $10, or $9 with a discount card. Discount cards are available in select local venues and shops, at the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce, or can be requested by phone – (828) 226-5325. The show is staffed by volunteers and show staff. Proceeds go directly to the school and help to fund activities for all grades. Blue Ridge School is a smoke free environment. Pets are not permitted, but service animals with credentials are always welcome. Wheelchairs are available as well. Delicious food may be purchased and enjoyed under the garden dining tent. For information about this event and its deep array of vendors and services, call Hazel Giles at (828) 226-5325.

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FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA BY ASHLEY STEWART

There’s nothing “small town” about Cashiers’ glorious Fireworks Extravaganza on the Green, 6:30 P.M. Friday, July 5, at the Village Green Commons.

elebrate America’s birthday in Cashiers when The Village Green presents the seventh annual Fireworks Extravaganza On the Green, beginning at 6:30 P.M. Friday, July 5, at The Village Green Commons. Residents and visitors to the area are invited to dine, play and dance the night away. The spectacular evening entertainment features a concert by the rhythm and blues band Continental Divide. The band plays all the classics from a wide variety of artists that will make you want to sing and get up out of your chair for Cashiers largest dance party! Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Local food and beverages will be available for purchase but picnics and coolers are welcome. Because of the nature and size of this event, dogs will not be allowed. The main event of the evening is the breathtaking fireworks display that will begin shortly after dark. More than 1,000 brilliant and colorful bursts will light up the Cashiers’ night sky. The show lasts about 30 minutes and is accompanied by a soundtrack that pays tribute to America with patriotic music. Admission is free, however donations to a community fireworks fund will be collected at the entrances of The Village Green to help with the cost of the event. Many small towns have been forced to eliminate fireworks because of the expense of putting on a pyrotechnic display. The Village Green believes it’s important to celebrate America’s birthday and works to preserve this important tradition for the Cashiers community.

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Samantha Oliver

POTS ON THE GREEN BY ASHLEY STEWART

Pots on the Green, set for June 22 and 23 on The Village Green, is a celebration of the finest ceramic styles and techniques practiced in the region.

hen you think of fine art, it’s typically painting or sculpture that come to mind. You might not think pottery would fit under the label of “fine art,” but its association with practicality is misleading. The craftsmanship that goes into each bowl, platter and lantern rivals that of the most talented painter. On June 22 and 23, join The Village Green and FireMoss Pottery as they present the third annual Pots on the Green, a ceramic art show. The show highlights 16 talented artists from all across Western North Carolina. Frank Vickery from The Bascom, and Heather May Erickson and her students in the Studio Arts Program in Ceramics at Western Carolina University will be joined by Kyle Carpenter, Gay Smith, Jim and Sheril Parmentier, Akira Sataki, Mary Thompson, Maria Andrade Troya, Travis Burning, Joe McKee, Joey Sheehan, Barry Greg, Alysha Baier, Samantha Oliver and our own Justin Allman of FireMoss Pottery. The variety of styles and techniques is extraordinary, ranging from traditional to contemporary. Throughout the day on both days, there

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will be artist demonstrations. Get a glimpse behind the scenes of your favorite artist at work and see how they bring their creations to life. The Guest of Honor this year is Cynthia Bringle from Penland School. She has been making beautiful, functional pieces since the 1970s and is considered by many to be the Matriarch of Clay. If a potter is from Southern Appalachia, chances are they’ve studied under Cynthia. Her work can be found in several museums and private collections, as well as kitchen cabinets all across the South. On Friday, June 21, there will be a Wine and Cheese Artist Reception and Art Preview from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at The Village Green Office and FireMoss Pottery. Guests have the opportunity see the art before anyone else and talk to the artists. The Festival is from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call Ann Self at The Village Green at (828) 743-3434, or Justin Allman at FireMoss Pottery at (239) 331-0054.

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GET TO GROOVIN’ BY ANN SELF | THE VILLAGE GREEN

Strike up the Bands! Groovin’ on the Green sets the pace for Cashiers’ Summer Season.

he Village Green has unveiled the 2019 season of the Friday night summer concert series, Groovin’ On the Green. The music is always good, the program varied with blankets and chairs all around the event lawn with happy people and their dogs. That’s what Groovin’ is all about. Great music in a stunning venue in the beautiful weather. This year features outstanding musicians with unique sounds and a diverse range of musical genres. The schedule includes favorite artists Porch 40, High Five, Eat a Peach and Andalyn. Local crowd-pleasing Hurricane Creek performs in July. Returning for an encore is Andrew Beam, who grew up in Cashiers and learned to play guitar while attending Summit Charter School. Groovin’ On the Green will also welcome first time performers The Wobblers, the Zuzu Welsh Band, Americana Jones and The Currys, a popular group from the Florida Panhandle. The final concert will be a Labor Day Weekend End of Summer Party featuring Mac Arnold and A Plate

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Full O’Blues. Food and beverage vendors will be on site for concessions, but picnicking is always allowed. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash and under the control of an owner at all times. An important new set-up policy is in place for 2019. Chairs may be set up in the lawn at anytime the day of the concert; however, no chairs will be allowed to be set up within the wings of the Commons until after 4:30 P.M. Tents are permissible, but they must be put up next to the path at the back of the event lawn. The concerts begin at 6:30 P.M. Fridays, June through August at The Village Green Commons on Frank Allen Road. These concerts move to Saturday the weekends of Memorial Day and Labor Day Weekends. This event is rain or shine (shine preferred!) and while admission is free, donations are appreciated. For more information and a full schedule of performers for the season visit VillageGreenCashiersNC.com/Concerts, follow on social media @cashiersgreen or email director@cashiersgreen.com.

Mac Arnold and A Plate Full O’Blues Saturday, August 31

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LOW COUNTRY SHRIMP BOIL BY ASHLEY STEWART

The Low Country Shrimp Boil has become a Red Letter Date on the Highlands Social Calendar and serves as a marvelous boost to the fortunes of Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park.

ver the past few years, the residents of Highlands have been watching Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park slowly materialize in the heart of town on Pine Street. It was completed in April 2017, featuring a stage pavilion, amphitheater, restrooms, an interactive fountain, a Little Free Library and the ice rink in the winter. In addition to annual color, Friends of Founders Park still has many plans in store for the park, such as an expanded patio, improved drainage, perennial plantings and a new sign. The construction of the park was funded primarily through donations from private individuals and organizations like the Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust, Rotary Club of Highlands, Mountaintop Rotary Club, the Town of Highlands and Macon County. Even though the park is completed, maintenance and beautification is an ongoing process. To help

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fund these projects and improvements, the Friends of Founders Park is hosting the Fourth Annual Low Country Shrimp Boil. On Saturday, June 15, join the Friends on the Plaza at the park for an event that grows more and more popular every year. “I like to call it a ‘friend’-raiser,’” says

Friends of Founders Park President Hank Ross, “It isn’t just about raising funds for the park. It’s about honoring our donors and coming together as a community.” Beer and wine will be available at 5:00 P.M. for cocktail hour. At 6:00 P.M., dinner will be served up by Marty Rosenfield, former owner of Lakeside Restaurant. Chicken will also be available for those of you with seafood allergies. There will also be a fruit cobbler and a chocolate dessert. Tickets are $60. Each ticket includes dinner and two drink tickets. You can purchase tickets at foundersparkhighlands. org. Tickets will also be available at the Dry Sink or through any of the Friends of Founders Park Board members. With only 300 tickets available, space is limited, so you’ll want to get your tickets soon. If you’re interested in supporting this event, the FoFP are always looking for sponsors.

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HUMANE HEROES BY DAVID STROUD | CASHIERS-HIGHLANDS HUMANE SOCIETY

The Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society’s Bark, Beer & Barbeque is a howling good time, June 20 at The Farm at Old Edwards.

he eighth annual signature fundraising event in Highlands for the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society officially starts the social season on the Plateau! The evening features a fantastic mountain-themed dinner and auction combined with the naming of the prestigious CHHS Humane Heroes of the Year. Bark, Beer & Barbeque is Thursday, June 20, at The Farm at Old Edwards. Enjoy a live and silent auction, live music by Steve Johannessen, beer, wine and spirits, and a scrumptious southern barbecue dinner from Cashiers Farmers Market. Bark, Beer & Barbeque is limited to just 200 guests for a fun-filled experience and a true party for the animals! Tickets are $195 per person, and a portion of the ticket purchase is a generous, tax-deductible contribution to support our lifesaving mission of rescue, compassionate care, spay/neuter, and adoption, and also helps provide vital funding for our community

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outreach programs such as humane education, summer camps, pet therapy, and a free food pet pantry. A highlight of this preeminent fundraiser for the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society will be the presentation of the coveted awards for “CHHS Humane Heroes of the Year.” Three awards will be bestowed to

recipients who have significantly contributed their time, heart and resources to help further the mission of CHHS on behalf of the abandoned and neglected animals in our community. Bark, Beer & Barbeque is the “mustattend” party for the Plateau’s party animals and sells out quickly every year, so reserve your seats today. To charge your tickets by phone, please call (828) 743-5769. Established in 1987, Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society is a 501(c) (3) non-profit no-kill animal shelter that receives no state or county tax dollars and no funding from any national animal organization. CHHS is located on Highway 64 in Sapphire, two miles east of the Cashiers Crossroads and is open 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Monday through Saturday. For more information, visit us online at CHhumanesociety.org. Taxdeductible donations to support our lifesaving work can be mailed to CHHS, P.O. Box 638, Cashiers, NC 28717.

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DIANE’S YOUR CUPPA TEA BY ASHLEY STEWART

Diane McPhail’s magnificent “The Abolitionist’s Daughter” is the centerpiece of an elegant and playful Author’s Tea at Highlands United Methodist Church, June 15. Call for reservations, (828) 526-2746.

emember the tea parties you used to have with your dolls Diane McPhail and stuffed bears? Sipping imaginary tea from pink plastic cups, wearing your best dress-up dress and lacy gloves? Even the men reading this probably remember rolling their eyes while being held against their will at the too-small table in their sister’s room. On June 15 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M., you’ll have the opportunity to relive that fond memory at the Sixth Annual Author’s Tea at Highlands United Methodist Church. And this time, the men are there by choice. The women at HUMC host the tea every year to raise funds that go to various projects in the ist Church, the tea brings authors and readers church and community. Previous events have helped fund The Gordon Center and together for a beautiful afternoon of convereven helped pay for the camels in the sation and discussion. This year, the guest of Christmas Parade. This year’s tea will help honor is author Diane McPhail. Diane’s latest book, “The Abolitionist’s Daughter,” was just fund the ongoing renovations of their new released on April 30. Set during the Civil War, Faith and Fellowship Center. it’s a heart-wrenching tale of love and famHeld in the Fellowship Hall at the Method-

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ily. Diane is a beautiful writer and a fascinating person. Her eight-week book tour brings her back to Highlands on June 15 to meet her enthusiastic fans at the Author’s Tea. The fun part is getting to see all of the magnificent tables. Each table is unique, set by volunteers that vie for the honor of designing a table. The place settings are coordinated to match the magnificent centerpieces that often incorporate themes from the author’s book. Everything from fine china, to crystal ware and pottery are used to make the place settings. Even the food is artistic, featuring tea sandwiches made with a highly sought-after secret recipe. Tickets are $25 and are available at the Methodist Church office. Tickets sell out fast, but don’t hesitate to join the Waiting List. Hardback copies of Diane’s book are available for $26. To purchase your ticket or for more information, call the HUMC office at (828) 526-3376 or contact Gay Kattel at (828) 526-2746.

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KUDOS FOR KITCHENS BY RUTHIE OLIVER | PHOTO- BY SUSAN RENFRO

The Laurel Garden Club’s Kitchen Tour, set for August 17, offers exclusive glimpses into the Plateau’s most elegant cooking spaces.

he Laurel Garden Club presents its biennial Kitchen Tour on Saturday, August 17, in Highlands. Tour some of Highlands’ most exciting and elegant kitchens in Highlands Falls Country Club. Each of the kitchens feature state-of-the-art appliances, beautiful architecture and intuitive design. Laurel Garden Club members will greet you at the homes and be available to tell you about the history of the house and point out unique and noteworthy aspects of the kitchen. While touring the kitchens, meet cookbook authors, including Martha Porter with tasty offerings. We also welcome J.Q Dickinson Salt-Works, seventh-generation salt-makers from West Virginia. Save time to shop with Asheville’s Matt Tommey, internationally-known woven sculpture artist. Matt will bring his unique sculptural works made from nature and set-up a shop at Highlands Falls Country Club exclusively for the Kitchen Tour. This is a rare opportunity to purchase Matt’s one-of-a-kind sculpture art baskets and woven creations.

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Proceeds from the Kitchen Tour are reinvested in the Highlands community with grants to non-profit organizations, including the Highlands Biological Foundation, Highlands Historical Society, and The Peggy Crosby Center. The club has made these grants every year since 2002 and has re-

turned a total of $172,865 to community organizations. The purpose of The Laurel Garden Club is to “aid in the protection and conservation of our natural resources, encourage civic beauty and roadside beautification, stimulate the fine art of gardening and enable cooperation with other organizations furthering the interest of horticulture and conservation.” Thank you to our homeowners who graciously opened their homes for the Kitchen Tour and to our generous sponsors Country Club Properties, The Dry Sink, Highlands Falls Country Club, Inman Park Marble and Granite, Kilwin’s Chocolate & Ice Cream, The Laurel Magazine, Wilson Gas and Electric, and Wind River Construction for their support. Tickets are $10 0, which includes a fabulous lunch prepared by chefs at Highlands Falls Country Club and local transportation to the homes. Timed tickets can be purchased at The Dry Sink, 450 Main Street in Highlands and online at laurelgardenclubhighlands.com. Can’t wait to see you at the Kitchen Tour!

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HIGHLANDS’ PATRIOTIC FINEST BY MARY JANE MCCALL

It’s a full day and evening of patriotic fun when Highlands stages its Fourth of July celebration.

s holidays go, the Fourth of July rivals Christmas in terms of anticipation and enjoyment. There’s just something about looking forward to a hot July day when the possibilities for fun with friends and family are endless. Toss in the immense pride in the red, white and blue and there you have the perfect recipe for the perfect day. Highlands is the place to be for a Fourth of July to remember. Events are planned throughout the day to celebrate this most festive of holidays, and the town is festooned in its patriotic finest. Families will want to plan on spending their morning at the Town of Highlands Ball Field. Festivities start at 9:00 A.M. with the Boy Scout’s Annual Rocket Launch, which runs until 10:45 A.M. The scouts will provide materials and knowledge to build a water rocket, you bring your sense of adventure. These rockets may not burst into air, but it is certainly fun to see how high they go. Stay right where you are, because the

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annual Town of Highlands Fourth of July Family Games begin at 11:0 0 A.M. You and your children will enjoy these traditional games and will be laughing throughout as you try to best your friends and neighbors. While there, enjoy one of the Highlands Rotary Club’s grilled hot dogs with chips and a drink, all available for a donation. After lunch, take a few minutes to stroll

Main Street, enjoy the patriotic store fronts and then make your way to Mill Creek at 2:0 0 P.M. for the Rubber Duck Derby sponsored by the Highlands Rotary Club. Purchase a rubber duck and cheer it on to victory for a chance at fabulous prizes and bragging rights. Evening is when we sparkle and shine. There will be a concert at the KelseyHutchinson Park from 6:0 0 – 8:0 0 P.M. featuring Elonzo Wesley. From there make your way to the annual Patriotic Sing with the Men’s Chorus which begins at 8:0 0 P.M. at the Presbyterian Church This ends just in time for you to make you way to find the perfect spot to view the annual fireworks display. This dazzling display is brought to you by the Highlands Chamber of Commerce and takes place at around 9:0 0 P.M. or shortly thereafter at dark. For more information, please call the Highlands Chamber of Commerce at (828) 526 -2112, or visit online at highlandschamber.org.

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SAPPHIRE VALLEY CRAFT FESTIVAL BY MARY JANE MCCALL

Sapphire Valley’s 2019 Craft Festival Season launches with a dazzling free weekend event – June 22 and 23.

apphire Valley Resort kicks off its 2019 Craft Festival Season with its first show on June 22 and 23 from 10:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. at the field adjacent to the Sapphire Valley Community Center and Recreation Center. Parking and admission are free. These craft shows are an event not to be missed, as the activities include not only an exceptional craft show featuring the works of some of the area’s most talented craftsmen and artists, but also live music, food and entertainment for the whole family. It’s a perfect outing on a summer weekend. Cashiers Highlands Humane Society will also be on hand for an adoption event so who knows, you might just find your perfect companion here, too. At the very least you’ll have the opportunity to pet some of

the shelter’s cutest residents. There is always a wide selection of arts and crafts of every imaginable kind – woodworking; fine handcrafted furniture; Christmas wreaths, ornaments and gifts; woven items; items in stone and clay; paintings;

drawings; handcrafted knives; jewelry; candles; scarves and other textiles; hand blown glass; woodworking; pottery; soaps; food items and so much more. There’s a new treasure around every corner. There’s something for everyone here and it’s a fun and relaxing way to get outside for some fresh mountain air while searching for that just right piece of the area’s culture for yourself, your home, or as a gift to share with your friends and family. Mark the Sapphire Valley Arts and Crafts Festival on your calendar now – June 22 and 23. Please plan to join us for great food, mountain music, great shopping and a great time! For more information, call the Sapphire Valley Resorts at (828) 743-2251.

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AWESOME CAMP FOR AWESOME KIDS BY DONNA RHODES

Highlands Playhouse’s Theater Summer Camp is an irresistible casting call to all children interested in the dramatic arts.

ome on, kids, it’s time to take a chance and do something dramatic. And Highlands has the perfect setting to do just that. Dive into theater games, acting, singing, dance, costuming, stage direction, theater basics, and so much more. Highlands Playhouse Managing Director Lance Matzke says, “We’re very excited to bring our Theater Summer Camp back this year and help the next generation of Highlands Playhouse actors begin their journey into the world of theater. What will theater arts camp do for your child? “Our camp provides more than just acting and stagecraft; it creates a sense of belonging as each camper brings their own personality and talent to the group and then everyone works toward a common goal,” says Matzke. “Both Artistic Director Bill Patti and I have worked as educators – Bill still does – and both of us have kids. The energy that young people bring… the look on their faces and how

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their body language and energy changes when they climb up on that stage… there’s a magic in it, and there really is no substitute for it.” Patti says it’s all about engaging the creative spirit. “Our goal is to break kids out of their per-

sonal boxes, and to help them remember (middle school kids, particularly) that it’s cool to play,” he says. Drama camp doesn’t mean your kids are being pressed into an acting career. It’s more about learning how to present themselves, to speak and be heard, to carry themselves confidently, to overcome timidity, to fake it ‘til you make it (an important life skill), to relax under pressure, and to tap into their creative souls. Still, it can’t hurt to remind them that Millie Bobby Brown and Nick Robinson got their starts as kids in workshops and camps… and look at them now. The camp’s grand finale is a production conceived, designed, written, staged, and acted by the kids. It’s a heart-warming crowd-pleaser. Parents get to see the results of this amazing creative and educational process. It’s an awesome showcase that families will treasure and remember fondly as a cherished summer experience in their child’s life. For more information contact Highlands Playhouse, (828) 526-2695.

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RAILS & TALES BY ASHLEY STEWART

The arrival of railroads in Western North Carolina transformed the region and serves at the subject of Cashiers Historical Society’s 15th Annual Jan Wyatt Symposium.

t the end of the 19th Century, and the beginning of the 20th, rail expansion into Western North Carolina transformed the region. Previously relying on subsistence agriculture, the economy of WNC began to revolve around lumber, tourism and mining. Without the innovation and use of railroads, the Plateau would not be what it is today. On Thursday, June 20, join Cashiers Historical Society at the Canyon Kitchen in Lonesome Valley for the 15th Annual Jan Wyatt Symposium, titled “Rails and Tales.” The symposium has a stellar line-up of speakers including Ray Rapp, the Dean Emeritus at Mars Hill University and the Chair of the Western North Carolina Rail Committee. His session is titled “Trains and the Transformation of Western North Carolina.” Other speakers include Jerry Ledford, a descendant of the Carr Lumber founders, and Fred McConnel, part-time Cashiers resident and

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full time railroad buff. After lunch at the Canyon Kitchen, the symposium departs for two special experiences. Jim Hodges will share his model railroad layout that captures the operation of modern railroads in great detail. There will also be a guided exhibition in Colonel John’s Cabin on the CHS campus of

the technological developments that enabled the railroads to come to our region. Ralph Hicks will show a working model railroad in the Cabin on the weekends before and after the symposium. On Wednesday evening, June 19, symposium sponsors are invited to join CHS for a very special private opening reception picnic at historic Mountain Top Farm. You can become a sponsor of the symposium. Individuals can become a “Fireman” for $150, and couples for $250. Firemen will receive a ticket to the Picnic and the Symposium. Individuals, couples and businesses can become “Conductors” for $50 0, and will receive four tickets to each event. You can become an “Engineer” for $1,0 0 0 and receive eight tickets to each event. If you’d like to become a sponsor, contact Sadler Poe at sadlerpoe@comcast.net or call (404) 831-0026. For more information, visit cashiershistoricalsociety.org.

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SNAG A BRAG BAG BY MARY JANE MCCALL

Designer Purse Bingo is an exuberant night of fun and an irreplaceable boon to T.C. Henderson Elementary School, August 6 at Burlingame Country Club.

hat do you think of when you hear Designer Purse Bingo? A chance to win fabulous purses? An opportunity to raise funds for a worthy cause? It’s all of that and more fun than you can imagine when Burlingame Country Club hosts its annual event benefiting T. C. Henderson Elementary School in Lake Toxaway. Held this year on Tuesday, August 6, at Burlingame Country Club, doors open at 5:30 P.M. with bingo beginning at 6:00 P.M. The event is open to the public. Tickets are $50, which grants admission, one bingo card, and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Additional cards are available for $20 each, and each card is good for 15 games of bingo. The prizes…you guessed it, designer bags – Coach, Prada, Marc Jacobs, Kate Spade, Tory Birch and more. A cash bar is also available. There is also a silent auction with items donated from individuals and area mer-

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chants from throughout Jackson and Transylvania counties. A highlight of the evening is the raffle of one very expensive purse. Don’t miss the popular Second Hand Rose Table, which features gentlyused designer bags for $20 each, usually with a surprise tucked inside.

Since its inception five years ago, this event has raised over $95,000 for instructional needs at T. C. Henderson, and organizers say they will top the $100,000 mark this year. These muchneeded funds have allowed the school to purchase materials and instructional aids. Their library has been updated with additional books and new furnishings. Each student now has a personal tablet for their use. The school is now a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) School and funds from this bingo play a big part in providing materials needed for this innovative and fun learning program. Members of the Country Club and the School have formed a partnership that benefits the entire community. Club Members, both men and women, donate their time volunteering at the school. They tutor, read to children, work at their book fair, and act as mentors taking a real interest in the student’s lives. Be a part of this partnership and attend Designer Purse Bingo. It’s fun with a purpose.

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CASHIERS DESIGNER SHOWHOUSE BY ASHLEY STEWART

The Cashiers Designer Showhouse is an invitation to experience a simpler lifestyle, unhurried and gracious.

he Cashiers Designer Showhouse is an absolute must-see event. July 24 through August 4, the 2019 Designer Showhouse will be an opportunity to step back in time and experience “A Day in the Country.” Black Rock Preserve on Horse Cove Road is about midway between Cashiers and Highlands. In the early 20th century, the property was a flower farm for Cosper’s Flower Shop in Highlands. Cashiers Historical Society is honoring that past by creating a walk-through experience. On opening night, come to the Horse Cove Social for a relaxed, elegant mountain evening. There will be fun and dancing, as well as a raffle Cake Walk with prizes that include gift certificates and trips. Ticket information is available at cashiershistoricalsociety.org. As you park your car in the on-site parking area, the first thing you’ll see is a large cutting flower garden full of summer blossoms that would’ve been typically grown in the Cosper’s Farm. Just past the flower garden is an heirloom apple orchard. Past the orchard is the artist tent. Curated by Kat Ford at The Bascom, this collection of artists

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and artisans will be showcasing their work. Beyond the tent is the Showhouse. The Showhouse will feature 16 designers, including Nashville-based Eric Ross and his wife Ruth Anne. But the Showhouse isn’t the end of the tour. Rest and relax in the wide, beautiful lawn filled with games, comfy chairs and hammocks. Then there’s the pasture that houses the homeowner’s prized Thoroughbreds and a flock of sheep. Your journey ends at the barn, where you will find the work of jewelers and other vendors. Work your way back up to the front of the property or take a ride in one of the available golf carts. Tin cans and Mason jars will be available at the flower garden for you to take a piece of the Showhouse home with you. There are many more activities that I don’t have room to talk about, and a couple that I’ve been sworn to secrecy. And the Showhouse isn’t just for visitors. On the second Wednesday, local residents can visit the Showhouse for just $10 with a valid driver’s license. Showhouse and Social ticket prices and other details are available at cashiershistoricalsociety.org/showhouse.

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LAKE GLENVILLE FIREWORKS BY ASHLEY STEWART

Lake Glenville’s glorious Fireworks Display, set for July 2, is testament to an unquenchable community spirit.

n 1997, to celebrate the Fourth of July, Stuart Hall and his friends launched fireworks over Lake Glenville from Tom Turner’s Buck Knob Island construction barge. That year, Stuart and Co. also directed a fun boat parade of “The Glenville Navy.” The floating parade is no longer part of the festivities, but the fireworks have become one of the most anticipated events of the year. Ceding the point that firing explosives from a barge wasn’t exactly the safest idea, the show moved on shore at The Pointe, which is just north of Trillium’s facilities on the Western shore of the lake. The generous homeowners of The Pointe have allowed the show to be launched there ever since. On Tuesday, July 2, a barrage of booms will echo through the hills surrounding Lake Glenville for the 22nd year in a row. Boats

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begin to gather in the water well ahead of the show. Their lights reflect on the glassy surface of Lake Glenville, adding to the glittering display that begins at dusk, around 9:30 P.M. There are also great viewing areas on land along Highway 107 all the way up to Signal Ridge Marina.

The fabulous display is sponsored by Friends of Lake Glenville, with very generous support from their corporate sponsors Signal Ridge Marina and Trillium; as well as support from Mountain View Marine, Sawyer Family Farmstead, Glenville Lake Club, and Mountain Lake and Stream Realty. Help is always welcome to keep this fabulous event going. If you would like to contribute, consider joining Friends of Lake Glenville, becoming a sponsor, or donating to the cause on their website at friendsoflakeglenville.com. There are also donation jars at Signal Ridge Marina and Lakeshore Marina and Sea-Doo Rentals. The rain date for the show is Saturday, July 6. For up-to-date information on the show and any postponement, visit the Friends of Lake Glenville Facebook page.

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BARN DANCE & BARBECUE BY KATIE TIMS

Mountain Youth Charities’ Third Annual Barn Dance and Barbecue is a jubilant evening to kick up your heels, swing to some tasty mountain music, and do some remarkable things for local children – August 2 at Sawyer Family Farmstead in Glenville.

n the mountains, it doesn’t get any better! A summer evening filled to the brim with Grammy award-winning progressive bluegrass music, savory barbecue and dancing at one of North Carolina’s favorite historic farms – it’s all at Mountain Youth Charities’ Third Annual Barn Dance and Barbecue, on Friday, Aug. 2, from 6:00 -10:30 P.M.. at Sawyer Family Farmstead in Glenville. Asheville group Songs From The Road Band is one of the best at blending the traditional bluegrass and contemporary country music styles. The result is amazing! The talented foursome is comprised of mandolin player Mark Schimick, who soared to the top of the progressive and jamgrass scene alongside legends Larry Keel, Vassar Clements and Tony Rice; Sam Wharton, singing lead and harmony vocals, a musician who developed his picking chops in the music halls of Telluride, Colorado; bass player Charles R. Humphrey III, an IBMA award and Grammy recipient and member of the North Carolina Musical Hall of Fame; and James Schlender, twotime National Fiddle Player Champion and an amazing harmony singer. Be sure to visit songsfromtheroadband.com to learn more about the band and to see their latest vid-

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eo of hit song “Road To Nowhere.” “Songs From The Road Band plays all over the country, and we are so lucky to have them featured at the this year’s barn dance,” said Marcia Shawler, president of Mountain Youth Charities. “They’re going to play, play, play, and we’re all going to dance, dance, dance!” Sawyer Family Farmstead is a familyowned-and-operated Christmas tree farm that overlooks Lake Glenville. It’s where rustic meets elegant, and is one of the most popular venues in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Sawyer Family Farmstead is beautiful and is the perfect venue for the MYC event, which begins with a barbecue dinner catered by Cashiers Farmers Market’s On-The-Side BBQ. Blue Ridge Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM), a group comprised of local children playing traditional mountain music, is scheduled to play. Then Songs From The Road Band kicks into gear. “This year’s event is a real celebration,” Shawler said. “While the ultimate goal is to raise money for the kids, this year we’re putting everything into making an amazing evening where guests will enjoy great barbecue and hours of the best bluegrass music in the country. It’s going to be fun!”

Guests are also invited to participate in square dancing (called by North Carolina Representative Joe Sam Queen) and line dancing led by professional dance instructor Danie Beck. Also, there is a silent auction of several excellent packages and products, in addition to a live auctioning of a week’s stay at a beautiful vacation home in Boca Grande, Florida. Mountain Youth Charities is a local, volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Cashiers. Founded in 2013, the organization’s mission is to raise money “to support great programs for great kids.” Funds raised by the Barn Dance benefit the students at Blue Ridge School via the Blue Ridge School Education Foundation, as well as many other organizations that serve the youth of our community. For example, proceeds from last year’s event also benefited the Summit Charter School, Hampton Preschool, JAM, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. For more information about the barn dance and Mountain Youth Charities, please visit mountainyouthcharities. org. Barn dance tickets are available at the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce or online at the Mountain Youth Charities’ website.

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SPIRITUALS CONCERT AT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN BY ANGIE JENKINS

The stirring sounds of classical Spirituals will be raised at a free concert at Highlands First Presbyterian Church, Sunday, June 23.

t 4:00 P.M. on Sunday, June 23, the Music Committee of Highlands First Presbyterian Church will present a Spirituals Concert. Featured will be soloists from Western Carolina University’s School of Music and also from the First Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir. Admission is free. Included in the program will be favorites such as “Give Me Jesus,” “Deep River,” “My Lord, What a Mornin’,” “Steal Away,” “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,” “Walk Together Children,” “There is a Balm in Gilead,” “Goin’ Home,” and more. You won’t want to miss this delightful event. First Presbyterian Church is located at the corner of Main and Fifth Streets. Handicapped accessible entrances are located on Church Street and on Fifth Street.

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Christine Reeder, Soprano

Wayne Coleman, Tenor

Jay Bowman, Tenor

Jessica McIntyre, Soprano

Jacob Plaisted, Baritone

Stell Huie, Baritone

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YOGA ON THE GREEN BY ANN SELF | THE VILLAGE GREEN

Everyone’s invited to this summer’s Yoga on the Green classes, staged on The Cashiers Village Green. They’re a surefire path to improved physical, mental and emotional health.

n six Wednesday evenings this summer, yogis of all ages will move their bodies through a series of graceful poses during a new program offering called Yoga On the Green. It’s a day and night difference practicing yoga in the studio versus practicing yoga in outdoors. There’s nothing quite like feeling the wind on your skin, hearing the children play in the distance and smelling fresh air, all while you’re doing yoga. Other many proven health benefits include lowering blood pressure, reducing anxiety and relieving depression. It improves your circulation boosting immune function and mental focus. Studies also show that yoga helps with weight loss and even slows the aging process. Yoga On the Green will be at 4:30 P.M. Wednesdays June 12 and 26, July 10 and 24, and August 14 and 21. Local yoga instructors will lead these one-hour community classes at The Village Green Commons. The classes are open to all levels. Bring a mat, towel and water. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to register. Yoga On the Green is free, but a $5 suggested donation is encouraged. For more information email director@cashiersgreen.com or call (828) 743-3434.

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Mary Abranyi, Cashiers Valley Fusion

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RETURNING TO THE PLATEAU SOUNDSCAPE BY LUKE OSTEEN

The Western North Carolina Singers return for a triumphant free concert at The Episcopal Church of the Incarnation, Saturday and Sunday, June 15 and 16.

he Western North Carolina Singers will mark their successful return to the Plateau soundscape with a pair of concerts at The Episcopal Church of the Incarnation in Highlands at 4:00 P.M. Saturday and Sunday, June 15 and 16. Admission is free and everyone is invited, although donations will be accepted. The Singers have won a devoted following with their blend of popular operatic and Broadway tunes. This year, among their selections will be excerpts from “West Side Story” and the Huckleberry Finnbased “Big River.” “We like to provide a broad selection of songs that’ll ap-

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The Western North Carolina Singers

peal to a wide audience, so if one of our tunes doesn’t catch someone, hopefully the next one will be their cup of tea.” says Conductor/Organizer Grat Rosazza. “I believe all of our songs are catchy and we like to present them in a way that’s almost irresistible.” The Western North Carolina Singers come from all over the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau, with some traveling from as far as Brevard and Balsam to participate. “A lot of us sing in the Highlands Community Chorale, which performs at Christmas,” says Rosazza. “This gives us the opportunity to stretch a little bit and sing songs with a broader appeal.”

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GARDEN TOUR: BEE HAPPY BY ANN SELF | THE VILLAGE GREEN

The Joy Garden Tour is a splendid opportunity to visit some of the Plateau’s most exclusive cultivated spaces, enjoy music and carefully crafted meals, browse the creations of local artisans and crafters, and indulge in a lovely summer garden party.

ne of the highlights of this summer is the always popular Joy Garden Tour to benefit The Village Green in Cashiers in July. Joy Garden Tour is a biennial fundraising for The Village Green with proceeds providing the funds needed to operate, maintain and improve the 13.2acre park in the heart of Cashiers. The Joy Garden Tour Chair Bev Seinsheimer has selected the theme, “Garden and ‘Bee’ Happy.” The tour on Friday, July 19 will feature four private gardens and a boxed lunch at The Village Green. All of these private gardens are stunning and offer beau-

tiful examples of mountain gardening and landscapes. Many exciting events will happen July 17-21. In addition to the tour on Friday, the ticketed festivities include a garden talk and luncheon featuring the Grumpy Gardener from Southern Living magazine; a fabulous summer garden party with the jazz-swing music of Queen Bee and the Honey Lovers; and a Jazz Brunch showcasing the original artwork created in the gardens during the tour. More than 35 unique vendors transform The Village Green Commons into a twoday exclusive pop-up boutique shopping

experience open to the public Friday and Saturday, July 20. Everyone who attends the free Saturday symposiums will discover an interesting array of programs like hands-on flower arranging and a honey tasting. Joy Garden Tour is named in memory of Carolyn Joy Dean who gave generously to help initiate The Village Green. Tickets are limited and must be purchased through a mail order form. To receive this information and learn more about the events, visit villagegreencashiersnc.com and click on Joy Garden Tour under the Events tab or call (828) 743-3434.

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SPOTLIGHT ON HISTORY BY LUKE OSTEEN

The Highlands Historical Society took the spotlight at Hudson Library last month.

hen we consider the story of Highlands, the slightly-unreal collection of personalities and events and circumstances embedded within its heritage, most of what we know is lore collected and preserved by the Highlands Historical Society. And it turns out that the society itself is part of that lore. That’s why it shouldn’t come as a surprise that it was chosen as Hudson Library’s Non-Profit of the Month, complete with an expansive display opposite the Front Desk. “Our aim was to showcase our involvement in the community as well as to educate the public about who we are, where we are located, and the buildings on the property,” says the society’s Fran Leftwich. “Through this display we are promoting our mission ‘preserving and promoting the rich heritage of Highlands.’” The library display is a considered assemblage of documents and photographs that illuminate this unlikely mountain town and her people. “After hours discussing, deciding what to showcase, and visibility within the display to draw the viewer in, we have developed an extensive display,” says Leftwich. The collection features the Elizabeth Wright House; the Historical Society Museum; the Old Jail; the new Lapham Highway Marker; Lapham/Bug Hill Tent House; Kelsey Kids Camp; “Highlands Answers the Call,” a preview of a new exhibit at the Museum with additional information on Highlands’ men and women who have served in the military; The Big Hats & Bow Ties fundraiser; The Dazzling Dahlia Festival; The Legends and Lore Marker commemorating the Moccasin War in Highlands by the William G. Pomeroy Foundation; and the Masa Exhibit being featured at The Bascom. If that seems like a lot to cram into a display, well, that’s a lot of history found in a little mountain town. Helping to assemble the display were President Obie Oakley, Artistic Director Chad Lucas, Photographic Editor Claude Sullivan, and Leftwich.

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EVERY TUESDAY • Dulcimer Club meets at 9:00 A.M., at Kelsey Hutchinson Park. (828) 743-3797 • Dulcimer Lessons - Intermediate Class 10:00 A.M., Beginners Noon, Highlands United Methodist church, (828) 787-1586. • Highlands Rotary Club, Noon, Highlands Community Center. • Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M., Albert Carlton Library. (828) 743-0215. • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 1:00, 4:00, and 7:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. • Community Dinners, 6:00 P.M. Highlands Community Building. No charge for the meal. EVERY WEDNESDAY • Highlands Mountaintop Rotary, 5:30 P.M. Episcopal Church 500 Main Street, Highlands. • Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley, 8:00 A.M., Cashiers United Methodist Church, (828) 743-2243. • Children’s Storytime Hour 11:00 A.M. Albert Carlton Library, 828) 743-0215. • Cashiers Quilters Guild, 12:30 P.M., St. Jude Catholic Church. • Duplicate Bridge Games, 12:45 P.M., Highlands Civic Center. • Mah Jong Games, 1:00 P.M., Albert Carlton Library, (828) 743-0215. • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 1:00, 4:00, and 7:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. • Bluegrass with Nitrograss, 7:30 P.M., The Ugly Dog Pub in Highlands, (828) 526-8364. EVERY THURSDAY • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 1:00, 4:00, and 7:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. • Free Movie, 3:40 P.M., Albert Carlton Library, (828) 743-0215. • NAMI Appalachian South support group meeting 6:45 to 8:15 P.M. at 14 West. Palmer St., Franklin, (828) 526-9510. • Bluegrass 7:00 P.M., The Dog Pub in Cashiers, (828) 743-3000. EVERY FRIDAY • Duplicate Bridge Games, 12:45 P.M., Highlands Civic Center. • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 1:00, 4:00, and 7:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. • Live Music, 6:00 to 11:00 P.M., Hummingbird Lounge, (828) 787-2625. • Live Music, 7:00 P.M., On The Verandah, (828) 526-2338. • Live Music, The Ugly Dog Pub in Cashiers, (828) 743-3000. EVERY SATURDAY • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 1:00, 4:00, and 7:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. • Live Music, 6:00 to 11:00 P.M., Hummingbird Lounge, (828) 787-2625. • Live Music, 7:00 P.M., On The Verandah, (828) 526-2338. • Live Music 8:00 P.M.. The Ugly Dog Pub in Cashiers, (828) 743-3000. • Live Music 9:30 P.M.. The Ugly Dog Pub in Highlands, (828) 526-8364. EVERY SUNDAY • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 1:00 and 4:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. • Live Music, 8:00 to 10:00 P.M., Hummingbird Lounge, (828) 787-2625.

• June 6-9: Twelfth Annual Highlands Motoring Festival, Highland- • Friday, June 21: Friday Night Live concerts featuring Silly Ridge sMotoringFestival.com. Roundup, 6:00 to 8:00 P.M., Highlands Town Square. • June 7-9: Acorn’s Trunk Show featuring Dena Lyon Mens and • Friday, June 21: Groovin’ on the Green Concert features Porch Freida Rothman Stack Party, (828) 787-1877. 40, 6:30 P.M. at The Village Green Commons. • Friday June 7: The Bascom Pop-Up Show, 4:30 to 6:00 P.M., So- • Friday and Saturday, June 21-22: Travis LeDoyt’s Tribute to Elvis, theby’s International’s Realty Highlands, (828) 526-4949. 8:00 P.M., Highlands Performing Arts Center,l (828) 526-9047 or visit • Friday, June 7: Leslie Jeffery Art Exhibit opening reception, 5:00 highlandspac.org. to 7:00 P.M., 4118 Kitchen & Bar, (828) 524-0887. • June 22-23: Sapphire Valley Arts and Craft Festival, 10:00 A.M. to • Friday, June 7: Great Art on Screen, 5:30 P.M., presented by The 4:00 P.M., Sapphire Valley Resort, (828) 743-2251. Highlands Performing Arts Center and The Bascom. • Saturday, June 22: Scaly Mountain Women’s Club Pancake • Friday, June 7: Concert with Frank and Allie Lee, 6:00 to 8:00 Breakfast, 8:00 to 10:30 A.M., at the Old Scaly School House, scaP.M., Town & Country General Store, 14 Raggedy Lane, Norton lymountainwomensclub.org. Road, (828) 547-1300. • Saturday, June 22: Trunk Show featuring Brackish Bowties and • Friday, June 7: Friday Night Live concerts featuring Tallulah River William and Son, TJ Bailey for Men Highlands and Cashiers, (828) Band, 6:00 to 8:00 P.M., Highlands Town Square. 526-2262 or (828) 743-8855. • Friday, June 7: Groovin’ on the Green Concert features The Wob- • Saturday, June 22: Book & Bites @ Hudson Library features Olivia blets, 6:30 P.M. at The Village Green Commons. deBelle Byrd, 12:30 P.M., (828) 526-3031. • Saturday, June 8: Saturdays on Pine: Colby Dietz Band, 6:00 P.M., • Saturday, June 22: Saturdays on Pine: Troy Underwood, 6:00 P.M., Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, (828) 526-2112. Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, (828) 526-2112. • Wednesday, June 12: Champagne Supper Club, 7:00 P.M., The • Saturday, June 22: Acorn’s Trunk Show featuring Carolyn GoldFarm at Old Edwards, (828) 787-2635 or (828) 787-2916. smith, (828) 787-1877. • Friday, June 14: Garden Talk Salon: Hip and Cool Plants, 10:00 • June 22-23: Pots on the Green Ceramic Artists Show at the VilA.M., Dovecote Barn, dargan.com or (828) 743-0307. lage Green, 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., (828) 743-3434, (239) 331-0054. • June 14-16: Acorn’s Trunk Show featuring Elizabeth Locke and • Sunday, June 23: Classic Spirituals, 4:00 P.M., First Presbyterian Lorain Croft, (828) 787-1877. Church. • Friday June 14: The Bascom Pop-Up Show, 4:30 to 6:00 P.M., • Monday, June 24: Art League of Highlands-Cashiers meeting, Sotheby’s International’s Realty Cashiers office, (828) 526-4949. 5:00 P.M., The Bascom atrium. Wine social at 4:30 P.M., artleague• Friday, June 14: Opening Reception for visiting artist William highlands-cashiers.com. Allen McDonough, 5:00 to 7:00 P.M., at Josephine’s Emporium, • Tuesday, June 25: Village Nature Series, Blazing a Trail, 5:30 P.M. (828) 743-3068. • Thursday, June 27: Erick Baker concert, The Orchard at the Farm • Friday, June 14: Friday Night Live concerts featuring Ben and by Old Edwards, 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. March, 6:00 to 8:00 P.M., Highlands Town Square. • June 28-30: Acorn’s Trunk Show featuring Planet Clothing and • Friday, June 14: Groovin’ on the Green Concert: The Zuzu Welsh Southern Botanics, (828) 787-1877. Band, 6:30 P.M. at The Village Green Commons. • Friday, June 28: Author Diane McPhail, 4:00 to 5:00 P.M., public • Saturday, June 15: 9th Annual Three Potters Symposium. Dave book reading and signing, at The Bascom, (828) 526-4949, theDrake Studio at The Bascom, (828) 526-4949. bascom.org. • Saturday, June 15: Leslie Jeffery Open Studio, Noon to 4:00 P.M., • Friday, June 28: Friday Night Live concerts featuring Southern 55 Crowe Dr., (828) 524-0887. Highlands, 6:00 to 8:00 P.M., Highlands Town Square. • Saturday, June 15: Author’s Tea featuring Diane McPhail, 2:00 • Friday, June 28: Groovin’ on the Green Concert features Andalyn, to 4:00 P.M., Highlands United Methodist Church. (828) 526-3376. 6:30 P.M. at The Village Green Commons, • Saturday, June 15: Fourth Annual Low Country Shrimp Boil, 5:00 • Saturday, June 29: Betsy Paul Art Raffle, to benefit the CashiersP.M. to 8:00 P.M., Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park. Glenville Fire Department, features the work of David Berger. The • Saturday, June 15: Saturdays on Pine featuring Andalyn, 6:00 P.M., drawing will be held at 5:00 P.M., (828) 743-0880. Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, (828) 526-2112. • Saturday, June 29: Garden Talk Salon: Daylilies, 10:00 A.M., Dove• June 15-16: The Western North Carolina Singers free concerts 4:00 cote Barn Covered-Lecture Facility. Dargan.com or (828) 743-0307. P.M., Episcopal Church of the Incarnation. • June 29-30: Village Square Art & Craft Show, 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 • Sunday, June 16: Concert with Mark O’Connor Band, 8:00 P.M., P.M., Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park, Highlands. (828) 787-2021. Highlands Performing Arts Center, (828) 526-9047. Sponsored by Mountaintop Rotary of Highlands. • Wednesday, June 19: “Lost & Found” Wine Dinner with Master • June 29-30: Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival Salon, Sommelier, Geoff Kruth, Canyon Kitchen, (828) 743-7967. 5:00 to 7:00 P.M., (828) 526-9060. • Thursday, June 20: Smitten Third Thursday Event, 5:30 P.M., smit- • Saturday, June 29: Saturdays on Pine: Arnold Hil , 6:00 P.M., Kelseytenofhighlands.com, (828) 526-9380. Hutchinson Founders Park on Pine Street, (828) 526-2112. • June 20-July 26: The Buddy Holly Story performances, Highlands • Saturday, June 29: Movie Under the Stars 7:30 P.M., Town & CounPlayhouse, (828) 526-2695, highlandsplayhouse.org. try General Store, 14 Raggedy Lane, Norton Road. • Thursday, June 20: Jan Wyatt Symposium, “Rails and Tales,” • Saturday, June 29: “Broadway’s Next Hit Musical” 8:00 P.M. at Canyon Kitchen, (404) 831-0026. Highlands Performing Arts Center, (828) 526-9047, highlandspac.org. • Thursday, June 20: Bark, Beer & Barbeque, to benefit Cashiers- • Sunday, June 30: StarStruck, a benefit for the Highlands PlayHighlands Humane Society, The Farm at Old Edwards, (828) 743- house, 5:30 P.M. at Highlands Country Club. (828) 526-2695 or visit 5769, CHhumanesociety.org. HighlandsPlayhouse.org. See website for details: www.highlands-cashierscalendar.com thelaurelmagazine.com | June 2019 | 63

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COVER ARTIST: CHARLES JOHNSON

A BLAST OF GLORIOUS LIGHT BY DONNA RHODES

A strange alchemy of light and budding botanicals gives Charles Johnson a passport into a hidden world.

s the Goddess of Spring rolls out her green carpet, photographer Charles Johnson, sets about capturing every image in her luminous art-show. “A magical translucence, abundant April through June, is unique to spring, my favorite season,” says Johnson. Picture a tree that is backlit, early morning sun radiating each leafling with a blast of glorious light. Johnson observes, “The light x-rays the leaf’s bones (the midrib and veins) that mimic the trunk and limbs of its parent tree.” For Johnson, photographing the forest, clothed in a pearly luminance, is absolutely intoxicating. But newly unfurled leaves are fragile. They evolve in a matter of hours. Their peak beauty is short-lived, so Johnson stands ready, camera-in-hand, to immortalize an instant in the life of a leaf, a blossom, a tree, or the

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shimmering surface of a burbling creek. He says, “Mother Nature keeps me on my toes.” Johnson’s stunning digital prints of all seasons are frequent Laurel features. While he prefers digital images, he is a veteran darkroom guy, having run a commercial photo-finishing business (touted as one of the best in the nation). For the first 20 years of his career, he often used a 4x5 film camera with its inverted images. It suits his style and creative vision, and he’s pretty darn good at seeing the world upside-down. With a digital camera, the ability to bypass a lot of darkroom work (cropping, light adjustment, filtering, contrast, etc.) by viewing the image on the small preview screen saves him a lot of time. He makes edits on the fly. Like all exceptional artists, Johnson is

happy to share his knowledge with others and does so with lectures and even a blog, if interest invites it. Visit his website: charlesjohnsonfineart.org, or Instagram, or call him at (704) 339-0602.

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EVERYBUDDY, LET’S ROCK! BY DONNA RHODES

Highlands Playhouse’s juxtaposition of Buddy Holly and Rodgers and Hammerstein promises an entire season of unforgettable music and drama.

rom June 20 through July 6, when the stage lights go up and the music gets down, theatergoers will experience an evening of wide-open wow. With a show-name like “Buddy,” you know you’ll be in the company of good friends and keepers of the Buddy Holly legend. But be advised… tickets are flying out the door. Reserve a seat now for an all-out, floorshaking, rafter-rattling, 100 percent live rock and roll thrill-ride. Ageless favorites will pour from the performers’ mouths and instruments (upright bass, guitar, and percussion) straight into audience members’ pounding hearts. As a bonus Jimmy Lewis, a celebrated crowd fave, will reprise his Big Bopper role. Oh, baby, he knoooows what you like! While you’re locking in tickets for “Buddy,” make reservations for the annual StarStruck Fundraising Gala, available now. Held on

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June 30 at the Highlands Country Club, tickets are $200 per person or $1,700 for a table of eight. An evening of fabulous food and live entertainment from this season’s cast of “Buddy” and “Oklahoma” awaits.

And speaking of “Oklahoma,” its lead characters, Laurey, Curly, and Jud, are warming up for their July 11-27 stage performance… along with a charming surprise. Playhouse Artistic Director Bill Patti will introduce a fresh face to his conceptual, modern take on this American classic. Lyrics to “Beautiful Morning,” “I Can’t Say No,” and “People Will Say We’re in Love” are a timeless commentary on any era, place, or culture. Don’t miss these iconic Rodgers and Hammerstein masterpieces within the unforgettable “Oklahoma.” Tickets are currently on sale and moving quickly, so place your orders now. For more information about this summer’s exceptional season, summer camp, fundraisers, volunteering ops, and movie listings, call Highlands Playhouse at (828) 526 -2695, or visit highlandsplayhouse.org.

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REBECCA “beX” SHOFNER Artist Rebecca Shofner’s paintings are the product of an unbridled curiosity and an unwavering dedication to her art.

niversity of Alabama student Rebecca Shofner is a self-taught artist who specializes in acrylic landscapes, figuratives, and abstracts. A native of Madison, Mississippi, Rebecca has always had a love for all things artistic and creative. She was always incredibly intrigued by the nature found around her, from the beautiful birds to the surrounding landscape. She participated in art camps any chance that she could and was ecstatic to take her paintings home, frame them, and hang the pieces on her bedroom walls. What started out as a hobby for Rebecca turned into a business her sophomore year of college. Finding art a soothing and pleasurable means of self-expression, she soon realized acrylics were her preferred medium. As she began painting during her free time, she started posting pictures of her paintings on

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social media. This generated immediate interest, and people began contacting her to purchase her work. Named after one of her favorite quotes,

Rebecca now has an art business called 1000 Words Designs. Signing all of her paintings with “beX” in the bottom corners represents a childhood nickname that reminds her of home, and the enlarged “X” symbolizes a cross. She would not be where she is today without her loving and supportive family and Jesus Christ, the whole reason why she is able to paint and create in the first place. Rebecca is thrilled to have her art featured at Around Back at Rocky’s Place; the perfect spot to house her Southern-inspired pieces. To see some of beX’s best, please visit Around Back at Rocky’s Place in person at 3631 Highway 53 East, Dawsonville, Georgia, or on the web at aroundbackatrockysplace. com. Hours are Saturdays, 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., and Sundays, 1:00 to 5:00 P.M., and by appointment. Call (706) 265-6030 or email gallery@aroundbackatrockysplace.com.

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MONET’S MAGIC & DINNER DISCUSSION BY MARY ADAIR TRUMBLY | HIGHLANDS PAC

The mystery and magic at the heart of the works of Claude Monet are explored in the latest entry in the Great Art on Screen series.

reat Art on Screen is sponsored by the Highlands Performing Arts Center and The Bascom, Center for the Visual Arts. A series of 90-minute documentaries featuring great artists. The next and last installment till Fall will be on Friday, June 7, at 5:30 P.M. at the Performing Arts Center. This screening will feature “Water Lilies of Monet: The Magic of Water and Light.” Voyage through the masterpieces and obsessions of the genius and founder of Impressionism, Claude Monet. An artworld disruptor at the turn of the 20th century whose obsession with capturing light and water broke all convention, Monet revolutionized Modern Art with his timeless masterpieces. An in-depth, exclusive tour led by Monet scholars of the museums that house the largest collections of the prolific artist’s lilies paintings including the Musée Marmottan Monet, the Orsay Museum, the world-famous panels at L’Orangerie and concluding with Monet’s own house and gardens at Giverny, the site where his fascination for water lilies was born. The optional Dinner Discussion will be held at El Azteca. Please call El Azteca at (828) 526-2244 to make reservations and be sure to mention Great Art on Screen. Tickets to the documentary at PAC are only $16 and are available at highlandspac.org or at the door.

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38TH HIGHLANDS-CASHIERS CHAMBER MUSIC FEST BY BRENDA BALDWIN

The Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival’s 38th season brings back a slate of favorite artists and concerts, along with more than a few surprises.

ou won’t want to miss an unforgettable summer as the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival unfolds its 38th season of chamber music at its best! Enhancing the cool mountain temperatures and fine dining, the Festival offers chamber music’s master composers curated in creative ways and performed by world-class musicians. Concerts are held in Highlands on Friday and Sunday evenings at the Performing Arts Center and in Cashiers on Saturday and Monday evenings at the Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library. The music begins with Opening Gala concerts and receptions on July 5 and 6 featuring the phenomenal music of George Gershwin. “Mozart in the Mountains,” “Jazz Meets Classics: Impressions and Reflections” and “Anything You Can Do…” are a few of the innovative programs designed to captivate and delight. The Final Gala on August 11 will present our first-ever swing concert with “Beethoven, Bailey and a Big Band” featuring the Joe Gransden Big Band.

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Returning Festival favorites are cellists Zuill Bailey, Sara Sant’Ambrogio, Ani Aznavoorian and Charae Krueger; violist Yinki Kong; jazz pianist Gary Motley; violinists David Coucheron, Philippe Quint, Kate Ransom, Helen Kim and Julianne Lee; pianists Julie Coucheron, Victor Asuncion, William Ransom, Elizabeth Pridgen and Fei-Fei; tenor Bradley Howard; and the Vega Quartet. The Armida String Quartet, violinist Robyn Bollinger, pianist Norman Krieger, violist Scott Rawls, clarinetist Marcie Gurnow, and the Solera String Quartet are making their first Festival appearances. The ever-popular Feasts of the Festival, Salons, Interlude Concert, and Family Concert and Ice Cream Social will round out this amazing collection of chamber music offerings. Tickets for the season or for individual concerts may be purchased by calling (828) 526 -9060, via email at hccmfnc@gmail.com, or online at h-cmusicfestival.org where you will also find details about this summer’s superb chamber music festival season.

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Mark O’Connor Band

JUNE CONCERTS AT PAC BY MARY ADAIR TRUMBLY | HIGHLANDS PAC

A red-hot Bluegrass Band, a return of The King, and a high-altitude, no-nets Broadway pastiche will illuminate the Highlands Performing Arts Center in June.

luegrass, Retro Rock and Broadway in June. Be sure to get your tickets now for these three concerts. Ticket sales have been robust. Bluegrass is up first, with the 8:0 0 P.M. Sunday, June 16, Highlands debut of the internationally-acclaimed fiddler Mark O’Connor and The Mark O’Connor Band. Mark O’Connor Band’s very first performance took place in 2015. In 2017 – less than a year and a half later – they took home the Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album for their debut recording, “Coming Home.”

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Returning by popular demand on Friday and Saturday, June 21 and 22, is “Travis LeDoyt: A Tribute to The King.” Travis performed here in 2016 for two sold out concerts (with waiting lists.) The biggest compliment LeDoyt has received came from D. J. Fontana who was Elvis Presley’s drummer in the 50s who said, “This is as close as you’ll get to seeing a concert by Elvis Presley in the early years.” Broadway hits the stage on Saturday, June 29, with the hilarious “Broadway’s Next Hit Musical,” the only unscripted theatrical awards show. Master improvisers gather

made-up song titles from the audience as they enter the theater and then they create a spontaneous evening of music, humor, and laughter using those song titles. 2019 PAC Memberships are available and entitle you many benefits – a month advance notice of the season and an opportunity to purchase tickets and select seats before the tickets go on sale to the general public, beverage tickets, discounts on tickets, Member tickets and even a reserved parking space for PAC concerts. For more information, please call (828) 5269047 or visit highlandspac.org.

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BREAKING LAPIDARY LIMITS BY ZACH CLAXTON | HIGHLANDS CASHIERS ART LEAGUE

The unique and exacting skills that form the foundation of Neal Hearn’s artistry will be examined in detail at the June meeting of the Art League of Highlands-Cashiers.

he June 24 meeting of the Art League of Highlands-Cashiers will feature local artist Neal Hearn. Neal will tell you that he has always been an artist, although his formal education is in electrical engineering, business, and computer science, which led him to an entrepreneurial career, developing new and innovative software, pairing it with the emerging micro-computing hardware, and consulting with large and small companies that sought his technical solutions to business problems. More recently, his background also includes creating videos and podcasts for social media and other presentations. A native of Birmingham, Alabama, Neal’s love of the mountains led him to move full time to Franklin in the mid-nineties to pursue his passion for art full time, but the idea for his signature artwork dates back to the mid-eighties, when, on a visit to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, he saw

some agate for sale and immediately wondered how the bands of color might be incorporated into a new art form. He left the store with all the agate they had. That chance encounter inspired the design of his unique glass boxes that won him an in-

vitation to the prestigious Bluff Park Art Show in Birmingham, Alabama, where he was a much sought-after exhibitor for the next 22 years. His artwork now adorns homes around the world. While his boxes are to be found in galleries throughout the region, Neal still enjoys participating in fine art shows for the opportunity they afford him to interact with the admirers of his work. At the upcoming meeting, Neal will describe the process of combining the skills of glass fusion, metalsmithing, enameling, soldering and lapidary that result in his one-of-a-kind creations. He maintains a web site, boxesbyneal.com that has links to informative YouTube videos. The presentation will be at 5:00 P.M. in The Bascom atrium following a wine social at 4:30 P.M. Both the presentation and social are free and open to the public. For more information about the Art League, visit artleaguehighlands-cashiers.com.

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LESLIE JEFFERY AT 4118 KITCHEN + BAR BY ASHLEY STEWART

The art of Leslie Jeffery and 4118 Kitchen + Bar seem like a rich and productive relationship.

rt nourishes the soul as much as food nourishes the body. There is no shortage of places to find either of those things in Highlands, but there are only a few places that you can find both. One of those places is 4118 Kitchen + Bar. Longtime supporters of the arts, owners Ryan Aydelotte and Richard Errington have turned the Dining Room of their restaurant into a functional art gallery, featuring the work of local artists, including Leslie Jeffery. Leslie began painting as a child with her grandmother and has continued throughout her life. After a successful career in real estate, she began painting regularly and showing her work all over the country. Currently, she has a piece in the ARC Gallery in San Francisco in a juried show, and a piece to be included next month at Ringling College in Sarasota as a part of the Florida Art-

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ist Group show. Leslie’s large-scale abstract paintings are a sight to behold. Most of her work is non-representational, but she has done some abstract landscapes as well as an oeuvre of birds and nests. Over this past winter, she worked on a series of acrylic and pastel paintings on paper, rather than her usual canvases. Each 18”x24” painting is matted and framed. These paintings maintain a strong mountain influence, evoking images of lush trees, rotting logs, and even bear cubs and are the ones included in this show. She co-owned the Carolina Gallery of

Fine Art in Highlands during its short two years. She keenly misses having the exhibition space and the ability to support other local artists. Which is why she is thrilled to announce her collaboration with 4118 to present her recent work in an art show. Her beautiful paintings will be on display for the month of June. To kick things off, there will be an Opening Reception on Saturday, June 8, from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Refreshments will be served and you will have the opportunity to meet Leslie and talk to her about her work. For more information, you can call Leslie at (727) 743-1130. You can also call 4118 Kitchen + Bar at (828) 526-5002.

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THE WATCHERS BY DONNA RHODES

Jim Collins’ Watchers view the world from a slightly different perspective.

rom locales throughout the United States to the rolling hills of the Emerald Isle, they are watching us … and we don’t mind a bit. Who are they? “The Watchers,” the brainchild of veteran sculptor and Highlands resident Jim Collins. His pieces are figurative, human or animal forms, fashioned out of laser-cut stainless steel, often partnered with wood, copper, brass and paint. They stand in profile; some sit; some are frozen in motion. Their line of vision is locked onto the thing that defines their being: “An American Soldier,” Fire Fighters/ Dalmatians, flying cows at Nashville International Airport, mythological series, park-bench Watchers, “Cowboy Watcher,” “Road Dog,” a crimson Watcher atop a giant chili pepper, and so much more. Jim’s made enough Watchers to populate a small town. Your neighbor’s yard might be home to a Watcher. Jim says, “There are several on the Plateau, including a deep purple mama bear with a violet and a magenta cub at Lew Pollack’s place on Rock Hill Road. Lew welcomes drive-bys.”

Sculpting has been Jim’s sole (and soul) support since 1983 when he retired his Art Professorship. Thanks to his marketing skill, Jim leases large pieces to corporations, parks, cities in the hope the sculpture’s popularity will

warrant a sale. Ingenious. Everybody wins. Often Jim finds construction elements/ ideas decades before he knows what they will become. He collects them, then waits for the idea-egg to gestate. His egg basket is always full. Currently, he’s working on “The Wooing of Etain,” an Irish legend of love, jealousy, and loss. Its inspiration? A trip with his daughter to an antique shop where he saw a venerable glass sign inscribed, “Evaluation Center for Disturbed Women.” Sidestepping political incorrectness, he balanced it with an equivalent sign for males and embedded his idea in the Etain tale. Stay tuned to his website, collins3d.com, for the work’s completion notice. While there, review an array of existing installations. And visit him on facebook (Jim-Collins-Sculptor). Jim is available to craft a custom creation for your home or business. Perhaps a resident or group would consider gifting a Watcher to one of our beautiful local parks. Contact Jim through his website or see pieces firsthand at his home, 1209 Hickory Hill Road in Highlands’ Mirror Lake section. The eyes of Jim’s art are lovingly upon you.

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ANNE-MARIE CHAGNON BY DONNA RHODES

Anne-Marie Chagnon somehow compresses the dynamic energy of a Calder sculpture into tiny treasures of wearable art.

earing a piece of Anne-Marie Chagnon’s jewelry is like donning a mini Calder or Brancusi. It has all the energy of a monumental modern sculpture compressed into a vibrating, miniature form. If you’ve not seen Chagnon’s work (which is a guaranteed fall-in-love experience), get ready for a jaw-dropping encounter. Chagnon is a multi-disciplinary artist whose work is purchased and praised all over the world. And, best of all, you can find that work right here in Highlands at Smitten on Main. A Montreal resident for 25 years, Chagnon is right at home in her Mile End studio where her unique creations are handcrafted. Her work/show space has a foundry annex for all the casting. She’s inspired by organic shapes, which are sometimes happenstance discoveries. Concepts are transformed into original, small works of wearable art. Earrings, pendants, rings, bracelets and more are cast in metals, particularly pewter (a nickel-, cadmium-, and lead-free metal), her favorite

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for its gorgeous patina and malleability. Each year she produces 1,000 fabulous pieces in a series of inspired styles, such as Marina Glass in tones of navy and sky blue; Cracked Resin, white surfaces fractured with rivulets of dramatic darks; Rippled Pewter, circles with torn edges. The last is an example of a happenstance discovery. Her son was drawing and accidentally ripped his paper. As an artist who embraces flaws, she followed his lead and ripped an edge off a piece of wax she was manipulating, then cast it. Voila! A new direction was launched. Countless peers from creative circles ‘round the world recognize her genius and high quality process. For a decade, Le

Cirque du Soleil commissioned her to design and produce their exclusive, branded jewelry. On Third Thursday, June 20, from 5:30 P.M. until the fat lady sings and the cows come home, Chagnon’s work will be featured at Smitten. And here’s a new twist: Devotees of her work are featured using, enjoying, wearing, and/or sharing their collection. This month, see Plateau residents decked out in Chagnon originals. Then head over to Smitten to purchase your own design keepsakes. Smitten’s address is 468 Main Street, Highlands. Hours are Monday through Saturday, from 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.; and Sunday from 1:00 to 5:00 P.M. Call them at (828) 526-9300 or email kat@smittenofhighlands.com.

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ORIGINAL WORLD’S QUILT ON DISPLAY A quilting masterpiece will be on display at Mountain Artisan’s Summertime Arts and Crafts Show.

he Original World’s Quilt will be featured at this year’s Mountain Artisan’s Summertime Arts and Crafts Show. This masterpiece was created for the 1982 World’s Fair in Knoxville to advertise Franklin, North Carolina, as the Quilting Capital of the World. It’s 19 by 22 feet and shows off 116 traditional patchwork and appliqué patterns. It took 96 quilters more than a million stitches to bring it together. Macon County artist and promoter Doris Hunter has a square on it, so it’s special to her. She was honored to display it at the first annual Summertime Show in 1989 in the Macon County Community Building. The Whistle Stop Mall now keeps this big treasure and is sharing it with her to celebrate the 30th anniversary show, Saturday, June 1, and Sunday, June 2. Hours are 10:0 0 A.M. to 5:0 0 P.M. each day. The Liston B. Ramsey Center on the

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campus of Western Carolina University will be hosting the event. It provides air conditioned comfort and free convenient parking. The spotlight will be on the vanishing art of quilting as other professional exhibitors will be exhibiting and selling their fine handwork at this show. Some of the best woodworkers, potters and master jewelers are working right now to produce original art and crafts for you. Some popular artists will bring their creations to this show – look for Tom Livingston’s intarsia, Neal Hearn’s glass boxes, Roberta Roberts’ dried flower pictures, and Jerry Stanley ’s outdoor furniture. Guitarist Ronnie Evans will be strumming the songs we grew up with and selling CDs to enjoy all summer. Admission is $4.50, with children under 12 free. Concessions are available on the premises. For more information, visit mountainArtisans.net or call (828) 524-3405.

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Kirstin Chavez

Leah Partridge

Scott Quinn

BEL CANTO’S 27TH SEASON BY JANET GRANTHAM

The 27th incarnation of Bel Canto promises the same breathtaking quality of music performed by a trio of new artists, along with audience favorite Christopher Clayton.

unday, September 8, marks the 27th Anniversary Performance of Bel Canto. The performance will begin at 4:00 P.M., with dinner at Highlands Country Club immediately following. This year’s program brings three newcomers to Bel Canto – Leah Partridge, soprano; Kirstin Chavez, mezzo-soprano, and Scott Quinn, tenor. Returning for his third appearance will be Christopher Clayton, baritone. Those of you lucky enough to have heard him previously may remember him from our 24th and 25th performances, where you heard him perform two songs from the composer Tom Cipullo setting six poChristopher Clayton ems of Billy Collins. Chris promised to sing another one if we invited him back; well, we’ve taken him up on well thought-out perspective. his promise! As always, the concert will be followed Stephen Dubberly will accompany the by a wonderful dinner held at Highlands performers. His discussion of the pieces Country Club. The solicitation letter will be performed by the singers always gives a mailed in early July to those who have at-

tended Bel Canto in the past. Benefactors will be able to buy tickets early to assure themselves of seats at the continually sold-out performance. So plan to become one of the benefactors this year if you have not been one in the past. In the past 26 years, Bel Canto has supported The Bascom Permanent Collection, Highlands School music program (with its new choral groups). We also support the Highlands Community Child Development Center and The Gordon Center’s music programs. Bel Canto now supports the music programs of all school programs in Highlands. In the last 10 years alone, Bel Canto has donated over $400,000 to our four beneficiaries thanks to the overwhelming generosity of our benefactors. So put Sunday, September 8, on your calendar now and plan to attend the 27th Annual Bel Canto Recital. To contact Bel Canto and get on the mailing list, mail your contact information to Bel Canto Recital, P.O. Box 2392, Highlands, NC 28741.

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CREATED TO CREATE BY CYNTHIA STRAIN

Village Square Art & Craft Show is the quintessential showcase for the unparalleled talents and imaginations of local artists.

hy should you come to yet another art and craft show? Well, I can give you 80 reasons. Those are the 80 talented artists and crafters who will amaze and inspire you, who might occasionally blow your mind. If you’re anything like me, you’ll find yourself asking, “Where on earth do they get these ideas?” or “Wow! How do they do that?” or “What remarkable talent!” These often-unconventional free spirits have alternative pathways for their artistic expression, but they are visionary and imaginative in ways most of us are incapable of. Purchasing something from an artisan gives you a unique experience. You get to meet the maker, maybe learn about what inspires him/her, maybe even the story of its creation, all of which provide context and meaning that you can’t get when you buy something off the shelf in a store. Plus,

you are helping the arts to thrive in our mountains. So if you’re curious about what they might come up with next, if you are ready

to be transported to their wonderful, creative world, come to the Village Square Art & Craft Show. The 2019 dates are June 29 and 30, and August 24 and 25. Participating artisans include Marcus Thomas of Weaverville, an inspiring quadriplegic whose paintings are absolutely remarkable; Deb McCarthy’s fused glass garden art; Scaly Mountain’s Darren and Michelle Gillett with hand-turned pens and birdhouses; Southern Pawz natural dog treats; Mike and Joan Glover of Bryson City, with their decorated gourds; and locals Tim and Karen Chambers with their Kooky Chickens. Sponsored by Mountaintop Rotary, the shows are held in Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park on Pine Street, in Highlands from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Enjoy food, music and just plain fun. For information, contact Cynthia Strain at (828) 787-2021.

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2019 INTERLUDE CONCERTS The Interlude Concert Series at Highlands First Presbyterian Church brings a welcome sense of peace and passion to the stress of 21st Century Life.

ighlands First Presbyterian Church will launch its 2019 Interlude Concert Series with a July 10 performance by Violinist Kate Ransom and her brother, Pianist William Ransom. Ms. Ransom is the President of the Music School of Delaware and has been a favorite performer at the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival. William Ransom is the Mary Emerson Professor of Piano at Emory University and the director of the Emory Chamber Music Society of Atlanta. He’s also the Artistic Director of the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival. The Ransom’s performance is co-sponsored by the Highlands-

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Cashiers Chamber Music Festival. All concerts in the series begin at 2:00 P.M. in the church on Main Street. Performances are offered as a free respite for everyone. Following the July 10 premiere, The Trey Clegg Chamber Singers will perform on Wednesday, July 24. Under the direction of founder Trey Clegg, the group’s repertoire is specifically selected based on the themes of Reconciliation, Equality and Unity. Later concerts include The Land of the Sky Men’s Chorus on August 7; The Smoky Mountain Brass Band on August 21; and the Carolina Women’s Chorale on August 28.

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THE HIGHLANDS MEN’S CHORUS BY ANGIE JENKINS

The Highlands Men’s Chorus’ July 4 Concert is the perfect complement to the town’s Fireworks Show.

he Highlands Men’s Chorus will present the Annual Patriotic Concert at 8:0 0 P.M. on Thursday, July 4, at Highlands First Presbyterian Church. The concert will consist of many favorites, including “America the Beautiful”, “This is My Country,” “A Tribute to the Armed Services,” “God Bless the U.S.A.,” “Battle Hymn of

the Republic,” “God Bless America,” and more. There will also be a sing-along with audience participation. The group is directed by Dr. Michael Lancaster, who serves as Director of Worship/Music at Highlands First Presbyterian Church and as conductor of the Asheville Symphony Chorus. Also featured will be

Larry Black, Trumpet; and Angie Jenkins, Pipe Organ. In the event the town fireworks show is canceled due to rain, the concert will still take place. The church is located at the corner of Main and Fifth Streets. Handicapped accessible entrances are located on Church Street and on Fifth Street.

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COMFORT DINING OF THE HIGHEST ORDER BY LUKE OSTEEN

A meal at The Greystone Inn’s Lakeside Dining Room is a lesson in rejuvenation.

e at Laurel spend a lot of ink rhapsodizing about life on the HighlandsCashiers Plateau. From the natural glories to the galvanizing art scene to the dreamers, they all get their moment to shine. Heck, every month I spotlight restaurants that are thriving in this most-Darwinian of environments. But here’s the secret harbored in the deepest corners of the hearts of those of us who produce this magazine – indeed, everyone who lives on the Plateau: Sometimes you really need to get away. You’ve been cooped up too long. You hunger for different sights, different faces, different stories. And, in my case, different menus. Which brings us to this month’s restaurant, The Lakeside Dining Room at The Greystone Inn. You see, I’d been on the Plateau since early December, kept within its confines through all of the winter and most of the spring. I was, and I’m being charitable here, slowly going wonky and more than a bit ripe. When Marjorie announced that I’d be

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visiting The Greystone Inn, I felt a little frisson of passion at the notion that I’d be traveling to Lake Toxaway. Greener pastures, a different menu. I know some of you are saying, “But Luke, Lake Toxaway is only 18 miles from the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. What kind of getaway is that?” OK, you have a point. But that’s only if you’re going with hard, Newtonian reality. If you’re basing the need for getting off the mountain on something shaped in the realm of the emotional, the spiritual, well, Lake Toxaway is a million miles away. For over 100 years, this pristine portion of mountain beauty has been offering sanctuary and respite to those in need. Back then, it was personages like Henry Ford and Thomas Edison. Nowadays, it’s celebrities like Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, Steve Martin, and Stephen King. (OK, when I met the latter at The Greystone Inn years ago, he was proofing the galleys to “Under the Dome.” But for a perpetual-motion prose machine like King, that constitutes a bit of relaxation.)

Tricia and I arrived at the Inn’s Lakeside Dining Room as the sun was dropping below the mountains and the lake seemed to glitter like a nighttime window display at Tiffany’s. The room is hushed and unhurried, and just ambling to our table allowed some of the stress of the day, of the weeks, even the months, to begin to slip away. This sensation was enhanced by the presence of our server Robert, who was observant, eager to offer recommendations and opinions, and quick with a wry comment. We luxuriated in the attention. Of course, the cornerstone of the evening was the menu itself, and no amount of atmosphere or indulgent service would compensate for a meal that was prepared with inattention. This is where the Inn’s seduction went into overdrive. We were treated to appetizers of Pumpkin Ravioli, Baby Kale Salad, and a cheese plate of Grub Family Cashel Blue. The Pumpkin Ravioli was lavished with Pumpkin Seed Oil and topped with Pumpernickel Caraway Crumble – forkfuls were

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Executive Chef Sean Ruddy

passed around the table and savored. But the standout was the Cashel Blue, served with Walnut Preserve and a lovingly-crafted Molasses Soda Bread. It was delicious and, this is critical to the premise of a getaway, served as the foundation of an evening of conversation. While you’re sharing something that’s the epitome of comfort food, you can’t help but open up, reveal your heart, swap stories, and punctuate the conversation with laughter. What a sweet, simple balm for the cares of the world. Our entrees were equally dazzling – The Rainbow Trout, while not caught in the lake just beyond the dining room, was harvested from Scott’s Creek (testament to the kitchen’s commitment to locallysourced ingredients). Tricia’s Beef Filet was served with Buttered Brussels Sprouts and Cipollini Onions, alongside Toasted Yorkshire Pudding, Horseradish Crème, and the surprising flavor of English Ale. For an Anglophile like Tricia, this getaway dish nearly required a passport. My entree was a different Transatlantic experience. I chose a simple Cheeseburger. But again, this was an unexpected getaway. Once, when I was considerably younger and fearless (some would say foolish), I found myself in San Sebastián, along the

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with creole mustard hollandaise and yellow cheese grits

Atlantic Coast in Spain. Though I reveled in the Basque restaurants on every block, when I’d get homesick I’d travel to a beachfront tent that housed a grill and three tables. A young Frenchwoman (whom I had a crush on) and her brother operated a tiny bistro that served, of all things, hamburger and hamburger au fromage. These were burgers with a Gallic twist, and between her broken English and my broken French and our passable Spanish, this was comfort dining of the highest order. And here at Lake Toxaway, thousands of miles and decades away from that seaside town, mirabile dictu , I was served a magical cheeseburger that could have been prepared by that never-to-be-forgotten woman. It was juicy, served with caramelized onion, topped with White Cheddar (although my French chef used a Brillat-Savarin), and pocketed within a brioche bun. This was a getaway I couldn’t have anticipated. Don’t tell me there isn’t something magical about Lake Toxaway. Outside, a quarter-moon rose over the hills and transformed the surface of the lake into a silver kaleidoscopic display, beguiling and almost subliminal in its power. Around our table, there was earnest conversation, and laughter, and our friend, who’s slowly emerging from the wreckage of a catastrophic year, reminded us of why we love her so deeply.

I’m not suggesting that The Lakeside Dining Room offers enlightenment with every meal. But I will say that it offers the possibility of transcendence to those seeking the original meaning of the word “refreshment.” We left with lighter spirits and the sensation of simple, unalloyed joy. I’m pretty sure that’s always been the promise of Lake Toxaway. Reservations at The Lakeside Dining Room are a must – call (828) 966-4700. The Inn is located at 220 Greystone Lane in Lake Toxaway.

fter our visit, I was curious about the kitchen behind the meal. That’s when I discovered Executive Chef Sean Ruddy, a nationally-recognized culinary master whose genius helped the Greystone Inn obtain its AAA Four Diamond Rating and its inclusion as One of the 15 Top Places to Stay in the US by Condé Nast Traveler Magazine. A wanderer by nature, Chef Ruddy left Greystone for a while, but he was lured back by the energy and ideas of new owners Geoff and Shannon Ellis. “I’m appreciative about the new life that they’ve breathed into the place,” he says. “I’m happy to have come full circle to my roots at The Greystone Inn.” See what I was talking about? Lake Toxaway’s properties of rejuvenation extend to the staff, even to the Inn itself.

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BIG OL’ MOUNTAIN BREAKFAST BY MARY JANE MCCALL

The benefits of a hearty breakfast spread throughout the community thanks to Fishes and Loaves Food Pantry’s Big Ol’ Mountain Country Breakfast, July 6 at the Cashiers Community Center.

ishes and Loaves Food Pantry invites everyone out to their 11th annual Big Ol’ Mountain Country Breakfast on Saturday, July 6, from 8:00 until 11:00 A.M. at the Cashiers Community Center. This Cashiers tradition is a mustdo to finish your Fourth of July week off with delicious home cooking. Worry about calories tomorrow, today throw caution to the wind and eat that extra biscuit with jam. Sumptuous is the word that comes to mind when you see the enormous breakfast spread. Pancakes, bacon, eggs, sausage, mile high buttermilk biscuits, coffee, tea, juice and more await you. One hundred percent of the proceeds go right back to Fishes and Loaves, Cashiers’ emergency food pantry that performs the important work of providing food to families and in-

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dividuals in need in Jackson County. They have provided over 2,000 eligible families with one or two boxes of food twice per

month depending on the size of the family. Families can also take additional loose food items, seasonal fresh vegetables and fruits. A standard box of food includes three cans of vegetables, three cans of meat, three cans of fruit, cereal, two cans of soup, dried beans, rice, spaghetti, spaghetti sauce, macaroni & cheese, mashed potatoes, peanut butter and frozen meat. Special boxes of food with turkeys or hams are distributed prior to Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas each year. In cooperation with the Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley, free coats are distributed at the pantry during the winter. For more information on donating, volunteering or information about their program, visit fishesandloaves.org. Don’t forget breakfast on Saturday, July 6.

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CHAMPAGNE SUPPER CLUB BY ASHLEY STEWART

The Farm at Old Edwards’ Champagne Supper Club, set for Wednesday, June 12, evokes the sensual glories of a Fitzgerald tale.

he 1920’s was a wild and extravagant decade. Celebrities and socialites rubbed shoulders with artists and the well-to-do at glitzy parties and hot-jazz clubs. Supper clubs and speakeasies were filled with philosophical conversations between poets and intellectuals. This carefree atmosphere was especially alluring against the elegant backdrop of Left Bank Paris. On Wednesday, June 12, experience this decadent era for yourself at The Farm at Old Edwards at a pop-up Champagne Supper Club with Laurent-Perrier. Chef Jeb Aldrich of Atlanta’s Tiny Lou’s, and Chef Pat Pascarella of Atlanta’s White Bull will join Executive Chef Chris Huerta of Madison’s Restaurant to present a sinfully delicious, French-inspired four-course dinner with excellent champagne pairings by Camille Cox of Laurent-Perrier. Cocoa cured Foie Gras Torchon, Coddled Egg and Tropea Onion Soubise are

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among the several canapes that will be served during cocktail hour beginning at 7:00 P.M.. Dinner will be served at 7:30. The first course will include Crispy Calamari & Pickled Shrimp and Summer Salad, followed by Burrata Cappelletti, Prosciutto and Parmigiano Dashi. The third course will be Grilled Certified Angus Beef Strip Loin with

Olive Oil Poached Fingerlings and Red Mizuna. The Finale will be an amazing Mountain Strawberry Cheesecake with Almond Lace, Vanilla Crumble and Orange Sauce, crafted by Executive Pastry Chef Alyssa Green of Madison’s Restaurant. The dinner will be paired with La Cuvée poured and Rosé from 3L. These are the first Rosés bottled in such a large bottle, and the first time they’re available in the US. There will also be a 2007 Vintage Brut and Demi Sec. The large bottles will be a fun and special addition to this magical evening. Add some flapper flair to your attire and brush up on The Charleston. Kukuly & The Gypsy Fuego will fill the air with the vibrant sounds of French jazz throughout the evening. Tickets are $165 per person and include champagne with each course. Seating is limited so call (828) 787-2635 or (828) 7872916 to book your place at this once-in-alifetime event.

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THE ALTITUDES BY ASHLEY STEWART

With new dishes scattered among the favorites on its menu and its breathtaking dining room and al fresco patio dining, a meal at Altitudes is an experience to be savored.

here’s a reason they call it Altitudes. At 4,300 feet, the restaurant at Skyline Lodge commands an awe-inspiring view of the Nantahala National Forest. The casual elegance of Altitudes is quintessentially Highlands. Now in their 26th season, they’ve added a few new menu choices to bring your dining experience to new heights. The bright, airy dining room is bathed in sunlight from the wide windows during their famous Champagne Sunday Brunch. From 11:30 A.M. to 2:0 0 P.M. every Sunday, enjoy unlimited champagne and mimosas while you dine on classically-prepared Cordon Bleu, Quiche Neptune, or the new Tenderloin Medallions. If champagne isn’t your thing, there is a full bar available to create your favorite drink or one of their signature cocktails. Dinner at Altitudes is an experience of its own. Watching the sunset over the Blue Ridge Mountains while you dine on the patio is a unique and pleasurable experience.

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There are several mouthwatering additions to the dinner menu, including Huge Grilled Scallops, Chicken Marsala, and Plum Crusted Pork Tenderloin. Of course, they are still serving their huge portions of Prime Beef on Friday and Saturday, along with the best French Onion Soup on the Plateau. They’ve also added several new vegetarian and vegan options, such as Roasted

Garlic Portobello and Cauliflower Grill. And don’t miss out on Lou Lou’s Delectable Desserts. Each and every one of her desserts are homemade and well worth the extra calories. The chef and staff pride themselves on being the most adaptable kitchen crew on the mountain. Beyond just respecting gluten-free and other dietary restrictions, they will honor just about any special request to the best of their ability. If you’re craving something that you don’t see on the menu, just ask! They will do their best to accommodate. Dinner service begins at 5:30 P.M., Wednesday through Saturday (and Sunday on holidays), and breakfast is served on Saturday 7:30 to 11:00 A.M. and Sunday from 7:30 to 10:00 A.M.. Reservations are wise for dinner, but necessary for the Champagne Sunday Brunch, as it fills up nearly a week in advance. Call (828) 526-2121 to make your reservation. David, Jacob, Eric, and Lou Lou welcome you, one and all.

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LUNCH FOR LITERACY BY LUKE OSTEEN

The Literacy Council of Cashiers is offering a delicious way to help it meet its goals – Lunch for Literacy, set for Friday, July 5.

ocal restaurants have banded together to support the Literacy Council of Cashiers. Lunch for Literacy, slated for Friday, July 5, is a marvelous way for everyone in the community to enjoy a great meal and benefit the 30 percent of Jackson County residents who live within the lowest levels of reading and math literacy. Participating restaurants will split their proceeds between the house and the Literacy Council. Those restaurants are Whiteside Brewing Co., Zookeeper Bistro, JJ’s. El Manzanillo Mexican Restaurant, and On the Side BBQ. If you’d like to volunteer for the Literacy Council, call (828) 508-9384.

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HIGHLANDS FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL BY LUKE OSTEEN

The appearance of Master Sommelier Max Kast means that attendees of Highlands Food & Wine Festival are in for a deep dive into the world of wine.

s organizers draw up their plans for the 2019 Highlands Food & Wine Festival, they’re mindful of the second portion of its title. Since its inception, a concentration on the mystery and miracle of wines has elevated the festival to its rank as the premier small town culinary event in the Southeast. This year, organizers are looking to cement that ranking with the announcement that they’ve booked the appearance of Master Sommelier Max Kast. He’ll serve as Master Sommelier on a panel of Advanced Sommeliers for a new “Somm’s on Site” component. They’ll stage a Master Class on one of the days of the festival, host a curated wine/dinner pairing, and answer questions and share opinions with festival-goers. To those in the know, Kast’s inclusion in the festival is national news. He’s one of 164 Americans who have ever attained the rank of Master Somellier. In fact, since the title was created in 1969, fewer than

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30 0 people around the world have won the honor. Kast grew up in a first-generation German family in the Detroit area. The most important time of each day was dinner, where his family would slow down, talk about their days, and enjoy a wide array of different foods. Both parents were wine enthusiasts and since the family came from Franconia, Silvaner was the house wine. Kast started to seriously get into wine after working in restaurants through college. After finishing a degree in history at the University of Montana, he started as Wine Director at Triple Creek Ranch, a Relais & Chateaux property in the Bitteroot Valley of Montana. Here Kast was able to work with long time Chicago Sommelier Scott Harney as well as Colan Vance, formerly of the French Laundry and the Inn at Little Washington. The wine list at Triple Creek boasted a selection of Classified Bordeaux going to the late 1970s, late 1990s DRC, and a who is who of Napa Valley, Sonoma, Oregon, and

Washington State producers. At 25, Kast had found the perfect location to hone his service skills, learn about wine and develop a love of hospitality and service. In 2009, he passed the Advanced Exam from the Court of Master Sommeliers, and then in 2018 he passed the Master Sommelier Exam itself. Kast currently works for Broadbent Selections, where he passionately promotes their diverse portfolio of family-owned wineries. His arrival at The Highlands Food & Wine Festival was predicated upon the hard work of Nick Demos, Advanced Sommelier and Wine Specialist at Tryon Distributing. Demos, whose deep pool of knowledge is treasured by local restaurateurs, will also be participating in the festival. For information about the continuously expanding line up of award-winning chefs, jamming live music, fine wines, creative cocktails, and craft brews, visit highlandsfoodandwine.com. This is also the place to buy advance tickets (a very good idea).

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BUY A STACK. GIVE SOMETHING BACK. BY PEGGY PAYNE | SCALY MOUNTAIN WOMEN’S CLUB

Those sweet Pancake Breakfasts are only part of the Scaly Mountain Women’s Club’s busy season of philanthropy.

he Scaly Mountain Women’s Club is working to provide scholarships to local students. Their fundraisers are under way, with the first Pancake Breakfast of the season held in May when the ladies got out their big mixing bowls, spoons, and went to work to prepare pancakes, including their famous blueberry pancakes. The blueberries are picked by the members of the club, some will be used now and the others are frozen for next year. The breakfasts are held from 8:00 until 10:30 A.M. The next breakfast will be June 22 at the Old Scaly School House on Buck Knob Road. Pancake Breakfasts are held May through September on the fourth Saturday of the month. The Old Scaly School is happy once again

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to hear the sounds of children in the playground area and adults visiting and having another cup of coffee. This is helping our young scholars.

The ladies are also working on their major fundraiser, their annual Golf Invitational Dinner and Auction to be held at the Sky Valley Country Club on September 3. It is time to mark this on your calendar and practice your swing. The club members are already looking through their recipes to find the best things chocolate for the Chocolate Fantasy to be held in October. The main goal of the SMWC is financial help to ensure that our students may advance their education, but we also support local organizations that serve our community. This includes Highlands Emergency Council, the Fire Department and the Scaly Historical Society. For more information about the SMWC, please visit scalymountainwomensclub.org.

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HIGHLANDS AREA RESTAURANTS 4118 Kitchen and Bar • 64 Highlands Plaza • (828) 526-5002 $ $ • • • C • 99 Altitudes at Skyline Restaurant & Lounge • 470 Skyline Lodge Road • (828) 526-2121 ¢ $$ $$$ • • • • • NC • 102 The Bistro at Wolfgang’s • 460 Main Street • (828) 526-3807 $-$$ • • • • NC • • 5 Bistro on Main • 270 Main Street • 828-526-2590 $ $$ • • • C • • • 103 Fire + Water Restaurant • Reservations Required • (828) 526-4446 $$$ • • C • 13 Fressers Courtyard Cafe • 470 Oak Street, Village Square • (828) 526-4188 ¢-$$ $-$$ • • • C • • • 99 * The Kitchen CarryAway & Catering • 350 S. Fifth Street • (828) 526-2110 $-$$ $-$$ • • 98 Lakeside Restaurant • Smallwood Avenue • (828) 526-9419 $$$ • • • • • NC • • 98 The Log Cabin • 130 Log Cabin Lane • (828) 526-5777 $-$$ $-$$ $$ • • • • • C • • 101 Madison’s Restaurant & Wine Garden • 445 Main Street • (828) 787-2525 $ $$ $$ • • • • NC • • 94 Meritage Bistro • 490 Carolina Way • (828) 526-1019 $-$$ $-$$ $-$$ • • • C • • • 4 Mountain Fresh • Corner of Fifth & Main • (828) 526-2400 ¢ $ SS S-$$ • • • C • • 103 On the Verandah • Highway 64 (Franklin Road) • (828) 526-2338 $-$$ $-$$ • • • • • NC • • • 105 Paoletti’s • 440 Main Street • (828) 526-4906 $-$$ • • • • NC • 99 *Rosewood Market • Main Street • 828-526-0383 $-$$ $-$$ • • C • 103 SweeTreats Deli • Corner of 4th and Main • (828) 526-9632 $ $ • • C • 105 The Ugly Dog Pub • 298 South 4th Street • (828) 526-8364 ¢ ¢ ¢ • • • C • • 107 Wolfgang’s Restaurant • 460 Main Street • (828) 526-3807 $-$$ • • • • NC • • 5 CASHIERS AREA RESTAURANTS Canyon Kitchen • 150 Lonesome Valley Road, Sapphire, NC (828) 743-7967 $$$ • • • • • C • • 110 *On the Side at Cashiers Farmers Market • Crossroads • 828-743-4334 • 101 The Orchard • Highway 107 South • (828) 743-7614 $$$ • • • • • C • • 101 Restaurant at Greystone Inn • 220 Greystone Lane • 828-966-4700 ¢-$ ¢-$ ¢-$ $-$$ • • • • C • • • 4 Slab Town Pizza • 45 Slab Town Road • (828) 743-0020 $ $ • • C • • 108 The Ugly Dog Pub • 25 Frank Allen Road • (828) 743-3000 ¢ ¢ ¢ • • • C • • 107 Zookeeper • Mountain Laurel Shoppes • 828-743-7711 ¢ ¢ ¢ • C • • 108 ¢ $

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HIGHLANDS AREA RESTAURANTS Altitude’s at Skyline Lodge - (828) 526-2121 Asia House - (828) 787-1680 Bake My Day Bakery & Cafe - (828) 487-4633 Bella’s Junction Cafe - (828) 526-0803 Bistro on Main/Main Street Inn - (828) 526-2590 The Bistro at Wolfgang’s - (828) 526-3807 Bryson’s Deli - (828) 526-3775 Buck’s Coffee Cafe - (828) 526-0020 Dusty’s - (828) 526-2762 El Azteca - (828) 526-2244 El Manzanillo - (828) 526-0608 Fire + Water Restaurant - (828) 526-4446 Fressers Courtyard Cafe - (828) 526-4188 The Kitchen CarryAway & Catering - (828) 526-2110 Lakeside Restaurant - (828) 526-9419 The Log Cabin - (828) 526-5777 M-brace - (828) 787-1212 Madison’s Restaurant & Wine Garden - (828) 787-2525

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Meritage Bistro - (828) 526-1019 Mountain Fresh - (828) 526-2400 On the Verandah - (828) 526-2338 Pescado’s - (828) 526-9313 Pizza Place - (828) 526-5660 Paoletti’s - (828) 526-4906 Rosewood Market - (828) 526-0383 Sports Page - (828) 526-3555 Subway - (828) 526-1706 SweeTreats Deli - (828) 526-9632 The Ugly Dog Pub - (828) 526-8364 Wild Thyme Gourmet - (828) 526-4035 Wine Garden at Old Edwards Inn - (828) 787-2525 Wolfgang’s Restaurant - (828) 526-3807 CASHIERS AREA RESTAURANTS Buck’s Coffee Cafe - (828) 743-9997 Canyon Kitchen - (828) 743-7967 Chile Loco - (828) 743-1160 Cornucopia Restaurant - (828) 743-3750

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Cork & Barrel Lounge - (828) 743-7477 El Manzanillo - (828) 743-5522 Hunt Bros. Pizza at Cashiers BP - (828) 743-2337 JJ’s Eatery and Canteen - (828) 743-7778 Mica’s Restaurant - (828) 743-5740 On the Side at Cashiers Farmers Market - (828) 743-4334 The Orchard - (828) 743-7614 Randevu Restaurant - (828) 743-0190 Restaurant at Greystone Inn - 828-966-4700 Sapphire Mountain Brewing Company - (828) 743-0220 Slab Town Pizza (STP) - (828) 743-0020 Subway - (828) 743-1300 The Blind Mule - (828) 553-8978 The Falls Cafe and Grill - 828-877-3322 The Library Kitchen and Bar - (828) 743-5512 The Ugly Dog Pub - Cashiers - (828) 743-3000 Table 64 - (828) 743-4135 Wendy’s - (828) 743-7777 Winslow’s Hideaway - (828) 743-2226 Zookeeper - (828) 743-7711

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Colonel Mustard’s

TJ Bailey’s for Men

Spoiled Rotten

TOWN SQUARE SHOPPING BY ASHLEY STEWART

C. Orrico

With its lineup of irresistible boutiques and one-of-a-kind shops, Town Square is the heart of downtown Highlands.

here’s a lot to see and do in Highlands, but you can easily spend an entire afternoon in the Town Square. As my grandfather used to say, we don’t have a sweet tooth, all of our teeth are sweet. And the new owner’s of Kilwin’s Fudge Shop know that all too well. Landon and Ashley Clark took over the chocolate haven this past February. They’ve added some new merchandise, as well as a bar by the window to sit and enjoy your truffles, marzipan, fudge or ice cream. They’re open 10:00 to 10:00 Monday through Saturday and noon to 10:00 P.M. on Sunday. Call (828) 526-3788 or visit kilwins.com/highlands. Palm Beach, Florida’s favorite place to go for comfortable, sophisticated style has made its way to Highlands. C. Orrico has been setting the standard for classic American style since 1985. Their bright, colorful pieces are perfect for a day of shopping or a night out on the town. They’re open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M., and Sunday from 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.. Call (828) 526-9122. New owners Donna and Chad Skiles are excited to bring a homey and welcoming atmosphere to Colonel Mustard’s Specialty Food Shop. Come sample the seemingly endless selection of specialty foods and

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locally made condiments. They’re open 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Monday through Thursday, 10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. Friday and Saturday, and 1:00 to 6:00 P.M. on Sunday. Follow them on Facebook at Colonel Mustard’s of Highlands and on Instagram @col. mustardshighlands. For more information, call (828) 526-8697. TJ Bailey’s for Men offers a wide range of styles from traditional and conservative to bold and adventurous. As a full-service men’s clothier, enjoy a cocktail while the experts take your measurements. Upstairs, in their Bespoke Boutique, explore a wide range of fits and fabrics for a tailor-made look. Ask them about their wedding attire services. TJ Bailey’s and Bespoke are open 10:0 0 A.M. to 7:0 0 P.M. Monday through Wednesday, 10:0 0 A.M. to 8:0 0 P.M. on Thursday, 10:0 0 A.M. to 9:0 0 P.M. on Friday and Saturday, and noon to 6:0 0 P.M. on Sunday. Call (828) 526 -2262 or visit tjbaileys.com. Potpourri is the place to go to find trendy clothes, jewelry and accessories. Their Natural Life products are cute, funky and fun. They also have a great selection of eyewear, including Australian based Quay sunglasses. Potpourri, along with their sister store across the street, strive to provide

products that are fun and affordable. They’re open 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Monday through Thursday, 10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Friday and Saturday, and noon to 6:00 P.M. on Sunday. Call (828) 526-9888. For 31 years, shoppers have been, well, spoiled by the fabulous selection of clothing and accessories at Spoiled Rotten. The staff is eager to encourage and dress you for any trip or occasion. They love creating repeat customers and are always happy to see you, even if you just drop in to say, “Hi.” They’re open 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Monday through Thursday, 10:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. on Friday and Saturday, and noon to 5:00 P.M. on Sunday. Call (828) 526-3608 or visit SpoiledRotten2.com Unlike other jewelry galleries, Silver Eagle is family-friendly and welcomes large groups. Their vast collection of gemstones are available in every conceivable form, from raw fragments to intricate silver jewelry. With a wide variety of merchandise and price points, there is something for everyone. They’re open from 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Monday through Wednesday, and 10:00 A.M. 8:00 P.M. on Thursday and Friday, though sometimes they’re open later, especially on concert nights. For more information, call (828) 526-5190.

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Fred Lenz and Snickers

LENZ GIFTS & FINE LINENS BY ASHLEY STEWART

Lenz Gifts offers a wonderfully seductive shopping experience for a discriminating clientele.

ust half a mile outside of Cashiers, on 64 West toward Highlands, is Lenz Gifts and Fine Linens. This little shop blends in so well with the mountain laurels that surround it that if you blink you’ll miss it, and you definitely don’t want to do that. Since 20 07, Lenz Gifts has been pampering the Plateau with classical elegance. Lenz Gifts isn’t your typical gift shop. In fact, it’s not really a gift shop at all. You won’t find souvenirs or rustic décor. What you will find are luxuries such as Sferra bedding and Yves Dolorme linens. Lenz also features candles and soaps from L’Objet. “We follow Saks on Main and Neiman Marcus,” says owner Fred Lenz, “If you see it there, you’ll find it here.” Originally from Amsterdam, Fred has been here since 1972. His travels have taken him to Minnesota, Oregon and Texas. Just one visit to the Plateau was all the

convincing he needed to join us here in the mountains. When asked what he loved most about this area, he says, “The seasons. In Texas there are two seasons: Hot and Hotter. Here we have all four.” He also enjoys the ability to be just about anywhere within a days’ drive. “You can

drive for two days in Texas and still be in Texas.” Fred has just recently returned from a lingerie show in New York. It proved to be a fruitful trip, because he plans on expanding his line of lounge wear to include yoga apparel from Alo. Also joining his collection are lines from Hanro, Natorio and Eberje. Fred prides himself on his relationship with his customers, most of whom he knows by name. He remembers your size and preferences and makes every effort to have what you are looking for. And of course, be sure you say hello to Lenz’s official greeter and alarm system, Snickers. The four year old Havanese will be sure to inform Fred, and the entire store, of your arrival, then promptly ask to be petted. Lenz Gifts is open seven days a week through October, 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Saturday, and noon to 5:00 P.M. on Sunday. For more information, call (828) 743-5900.

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Donna, Taylor and Chad Skiles

A JOURNEY OF FAITH BY LUKE OSTEEN

Colonel Mustard’s is the shopping destination for everyone who loves good food (and the people who love them).

olonel Mustard’s, the iconic condiment/gourmet shop, has become a Highlands Institution. That’s because it’s jammed chock-ablock with jams, jellies, nuts, hot sauces ranging from sweet and mild all the way to let’s-get-you-to-the-Emergency-Roomright-away, pickles and pickled products, barbecue sauces, sweets, mustards (of course), and gastronomic rarities that you just won’t find elsewhere. And honey in different varieties, from Acacia to Lavender. It’s comforting to know that honey bees, so stressed around the globe, still find time to fill Colonel Mustard’s shelves with such glorious products. This is a rambling store that demands a careful browse. If you’re the type of shopper with little patience for browsing, consider this – everywhere you look, everywhere, there are

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samples waiting to be tried. Samples of just about every category of food. It’s like a kid being turned loose in a candy store. “The selection is so big, you’ll need to make two laps to make sure you’ve seen it all,” explains owner Donna Skiles. She and her husband Chad moved to the area at the end of 2018 and bought Colonel Mustard’s. “We moved to North Carolina from the central Florida area two weeks before Christ-

mas 2018,” Donna says. “We had been in the greenhouse business for 28 years and talked about moving to the mountains for the last five years. We finally felt the timing was right and The Lord opened doors for us to make the move. The story of how we landed at Colonel Mustard’s is a story of faith and God’s plan for us. We would love to share the details, come on by the shop and chat with us.” Well, if we’re sharing testimonials, let me share mine. Colonel Mustard’s offers Peach Cobbler in a Jar. This is something that Tricia and I serve to friends. Best friends . I don’t know if it’s possible for Highlands to have an Official Taste of Summer, but this gets my vote. Colonel Mustard’s is located at 343B Main Street in Town Square. For more information, call (828) 526-8697. But really, you owe yourself a browse.

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ACORNS’ ANNUAL TRUNK SHOWS BY ASHLEY STEWART

Acorns Boutique has raised the lid on its exciting 2019 Trunk Show Season.

ighlands is known for the fun shops and cozy boutiques that line Main Street, each one with its own wide variety of clothing and gifts. The only drawback is the limited floor space. Shop owners have to be judicious and work with the space they have, which means they often can’t carry full lines of merchandise. What do you do if you find the brand you love, but the shop doesn’t have the piece you’re looking for? Acorns Boutique has the answer in their annual trunk shows. For 14 years, Acorns has invited countless jewelers, clothiers and designers to showcase their full lines in their store. Trunk shows are a great way to meet your favorite designers and see their latest work. Thirteen trunk shows have been scheduled for the 2019 season, from the first of July to the end of August, with a few fall season shows in October. Lorain Croft is the epitome of Modern Sophistication in design. Lorain designs each piece that is handcrafted by her team in

New York City. “She is our go to for special occasions or when you want to stand out in a crowd,” says retail director Holly Laughridge. Another favorite is Crescala. They specialize in showcasing emerging designers

such as Nadeau and Ellender. Based in Charleston, South Carolina, Ellender’s artistic and flattering pieces are designed for the fashion forward Southern lady. Nadeau is a smart new line with great tailoring and features many pieces that are day to night wear. Jewelers like Monica Rich Kosann and Elizabeth Locke will be joined by Freida Rothman, best known for her stacking rings. Her contemporary collections, with its signature mixed metal looks of matte gold, silver and black rhodium, are great for all ages. Last November, Acorns moved from their original location on Main Street to 212 South Fourth Street. They have combined their clothing boutique and home accents shop, creating a more convenient way for customers to browse a wider variety of goods. Drop by the new location and have a glass of champagne while you explore the trunk shows and chat with the designers and staff. For more information about this year’s schedule, visit oldedwardsinn.com/shopping or call (828) 787-1877.

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SECURING THE SAUCE This small, lockable mahogany cabinet from England elegantly displays three cut glass decanters, each with a faceted ball stopper. C.1880 Mahogany Tantalus $ 950 Vivianne Metzger Antiques | Cashiers

u a e t a P l Picks

You’ll love these designs featuring classic hand-cast styling, semi-precious stones, and a must-be-worn aura. Susan Shaw Jewely Collections Sea Foam Agate Cross Necklace $108 Venetin Glass Bracelet $ 63 | Earrings $ 36 Robin’s Nest | Cashiers

A few of our favorite finds from the shops on the Plateau

TO YOU, FROM OAKLEAF Oakleaf’s line of home and garden specialties are inspired by their discoveries looking through historic farm homes and travels through Europe… with a nod to a simpler time. Higgley Piggley Wire $12 Binding Wire on Stick $12 Ash Wood, Stainless Steel Secateurs $ 38 Beeswax Dinner Candles $16 Oakleaf Flower & Garden | Highlands

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EUROPEAN INSPIRATION

DESIGNED FOR LIFE Elegant and sophisticated, this purse is the ideal staple for your girls’ night out, brunch, or with your go-to jeans and a white t-shirt. Available in fun-loving colors. Neely & Chloe Mini Lady Bag Saffiano Patent Leather $188 | Clear $158 Wit’s End | Highlands

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Photo by Peter Ray

PICKELSIMER FALLS BY BRIAN O’SHEA | PLATEAU DAILY NEWS

It’s a short jaunt to Pickelsimer Falls in Highlands, but this is a hidden charmer.

icklesimer Falls is not as grand as the vistas from Whiteside Mountain or the three-tiered cascading Glenn Falls, but it has a charm of its own, nestled a half mile off the road in Blue Valley. Like many waterfalls in Western North Carolina, visitors can walk behind the falls while surrounded by a giant natural amphitheater of rock. The Falls are approximately 40 feet high, and flow varies depending on recent rainfall. Swing by in late August and it may be a slight trickle, springtime tends to flow pretty strong. Because of its proximity to the road, Picklesimer Falls is a great option for a picnic, as you don’t have to carry in the supplies very far. If time is a factor, swing by, see something amazing, and be on your way. The Falls lead into a creek and,

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combined with rock formations, the entire area is a photographer’s wonderland. Picklesimer Falls is gorgeous and easy to get to – from Highlands, drive about six miles on Highway 28 and then hang a right at Blue Valley Road. Keep driving straight (road turns gravel) until your reach a US Forest Service map with camping regs, policies, etc. Hang a left at this sign. Strangely, this turn is not included in several descriptions of Picklesimer Falls online, but it’s a crucial part in the scheme of things. Drive approximately a half-mile from the USFS sign and as the road curves to the right, there is a small one-car pull-off on the left side of the road. The trailhead is an old logging road that goes up to the right. Walk past the USFS gate and con-

tinue up the trail. It’s only a half-mile to the Falls and the majority is uphill, but hang in there, it’s short and you’re almost there! The trail eventually levels off and hikers come upon a grassy clearing. The trail may not be very visible in this clearing because of overgrown grass, but head to the archway at the treeline across the clearing. Be wary of snakes going through the grass. Due to recent storms, there are some fallen trees and debris in the creek below the Falls, with some stretching from top to the bottom. Please use common sense when visiting the Falls. The top is accessible to hikers, but people have fallen off in the past, resulting in serious injury. There are no signs or guardrails, so again, use common sense and be careful.

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BLUE LININ’ BY MATT CANTER | BROOKINGS ANGLERS

Clever anglers are drawn to blue lines like trout to a dancing damselfly.

ecause of its geographic location, the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau is located on the southern edge of where trout can survive. Even though we sit high atop a mountain, our summers can still get pretty warm. Off the mountain, at lower elevations where most of the bigger rivers are, it is even warmer… sometimes by eight or 10 degrees. What does this mean to the Fly Angler? Being that trout are a cold-water species, they are happiest when water temps are 65 degrees and cooler. So, when temps start to rise in the summer, you want to find that cooler water in order to have successful fishing. Large rivers are typically lower in elevation, and the wider a river is, the less protection it has from direct sunlight. This means that as a general rule the bigger rivers get the warmest in summer. Trout can still survive in larger rivers, but they almost go nocturnal in the dead of summer. For these reasons, in the summer experienced local anglers will focus their atten-

tion on smaller waterways known as creeks, or better yet “blue lines.” A “blue line” is a term that has more or less been created by anglers referring to streams and creeks so small that when you look at a map you can’t even find a name for it …. it’s just a “blue line.” The beauty of fishing blue lines is there are a ton of them in our area. Just break out a Nat Geo map and take a look. Another fun fact is know-

ing that as long as it takes more than a long step to get across a blue line, and it doesn’t ever dry up, you can pretty much bet it has trout in it if it’s over 3,000-feet in elevation. This opens up more than a lifetime’s worth of exploring. At this point, I am sure that a lot of you are thinking that this sounds like no fun at all…small creeks, small rods, small fish, and lots of flies hung high in tree limbs. At first, yes, all of the above is true. If you put some effort into it, and learn the different types of casts and techniques designed for this style of fishing, then it grows on you, and then all of a sudden, it’s all you want to do. If you have ever had the pleasure of watching someone that knows what they are doing fish a small stream, it’s almost magical…they can become one with the environment and are able to get up close and personal with wild trout in their habitat…and fool them into biting their fly. As the old saying goes “trout don’t live in ugly places”…and when “blue linin,” you can expect to have it all to yourself!

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THIS WINGED WONDER SINGS ARIAS BY WILLIAM MCREYNOLDS | SONG SPARROW PHOTO BY WILLIAM MCREYNOLDS

With its operatic musical abilities and its bold, quicksilver flight, there’s nothing shy or retiring about the diminutive Song Sparrow.

parrows are specialized seed-eaters that abound in the mountains of Western North Carolina, throughout the Western Hemisphere and worldwide. American Sparrows include scores of species, counting within the family several species of Towhee, Junco and the Lark Bunting. Yes, surprisingly, towhees are sparrows. The Song Sparrow (Melospiza melodia) is a year-rounder here in WNC, although some winter to the south of us in the Southeastern U.S. and migrate to Canada for the summer. Their habitat is forest edges and open areas often near water. Their diet consists mostly of insects and seeds. They will frequent bird feeders offering sunflower and other seeds. Song Sparrows nest on or near the ground. The female builds the cup nest while the male, a characteristic tail-pumper in flight, guards the nest. The couple might raise several clutches a season starting with three to

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five red and brown spotted eggs. Hatchlings are fed by both parents. This bird’s song will dazzle you. Be prepared for complexity and mellifluousness including chips, trills and buzzes. The Song Sparrow’s song is elaborate, polysyllabic, a wild fast-moving clicking and chirping with whistles and rapid repetition. Sibley describes it this way: “… a variable series of trills and clear notes with slightly husky quality and pleasant gentle rhythm; begins with several short, sharp notes, usually one long trill in middle of song seet seet seet to zeeeeeeeee tipo zeet zeet.” Think about a multilingual Canary singing in a cage. Listen to it online at audubon.org. fieldguide or just Google “Song Sparrow, Melospiza Melodia.” This Sparrow is here to be seen and heard. Look for the male singing while on a branch of a bushy tree. Try finding birds where you

live first thing in the morning, in the gloaming. For an outing, try the Greenway in Franklin or the area surrounding the Highlands Community Building, Dog Park and Pool. Cashiers Commons has a boardwalk trail through the greenway beginning near the Post Office. You might hear a nearby Chipping Sparrow. This cutie sparrow has a chestnut crown. Bird watching, enhanced by a good pair of binoculars, is one of the great free things in life: Nature’s wonder within easy reach. Happy June birding from the Highlands Plateau Audubon Society. The Highlands Plateau Audubon Society, focused on enjoying and preserving birds and their habitats, is a Chapter of the National Audubon Society and a 501(c)(3) organization. For information on all HPAS activities and membership, please visit highlandsaudubonsociety.org.

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JUNE PEONIES BY JEANNIE CHAMBERS | THE ACCIDENTAL GARDENER

The flamboyant Peony naturally becomes the centerpiece of every garden in which it’s planted.

eonies are a lot like potato chips. It’s almost impossible to have just one. The Peony is from the genus Paeonia – the only genus from the Paeoniceae family, and there are over 30 known species. They grow upwards to three-and-a-half feet, and completely die back during the fall season. According to Greek Mythology, Asclepius as the Greek god of medicine and healing, had a student named Paeon. Asclepius was very jealous of Paeon and tried to kill him, but Zeus came to his rescue and turned Paeon into a flower, the Peony (aka paeony). Apparently, Asclepius hadn’t heard the term, First Do No Harm. These beautiful, aromatic flowers have been around for centuries, and some used them for food, others used the seeds for medicinal purposes. Confucius say…no really, Confucius has been quoted as saying, “I eat nothing without its sauce. I enjoy it very much, because of its flavor.” Peonies were once grown in the Imperial Gardens in China and are pictured in many of the Dynasty items. In the Middle Ages – such an optimistic time, right? – rumor had it that if a woodpecker caught you picking the flowers, it would peck your eyes out. In the faerie world, it’s a well-known fact that mischievous nymphs live within the petals. France and the UK are some of the largest breeders, while The Netherlands produce the largest stems each year – about 50 million, with one named Sara Bernhardt being about 20 million of those. These flowering bush-like stems grow well in our area, and like full sun. They have to have a winter season of dormancy to flower the next year. Ants are drawn to the large bulbs because nectar is on the outside of the petals. You will probably have to use a stake to hold up the stems of their heavy mop-headed blooms in summer. Peonies don’t transplant well, and may take a few years to bloom, but that’s the only temperamental side of these plants. They are deer and rabbit tolerant, have a rich, intoxicating aroma, and they’ve been known to keep blooming for decades. Having a peony in your garden is like a being awarded a blue ribbon every year.

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SUMMER BEGINS. SO DOES THE FUN. BY CHARLOTTE MUIR | HIGHLANDS BIOLOGICAL STATION

Highlands Nature Center hums with activities for everyone, from early in the morning until well after dark.

s the summer begins, so does the fun at the Highlands Biological Station. Stroll our Botanical Garden for a look at plants native to the Highlands Plateau, walk around the lake for a beautiful view and swing by the Nature Center to say hello to our turtles, snakes and frogs. No trip to Highlands is complete without a visit to the Highlands Biological Station! The Nature Center has resumed summer hours and is open Monday through Saturday from 10:0 0 A.M. to 5:0 0 P.M. Each Tuesday night, the Nature Center also hosts a nighttime program that

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takes you out into the garden, under the stars, to search for frogs, bats, and salamanders. Bring a flashlight and join us as we experience Highlands after-dark, naturally! A full list of programs is available at highlandsbiological.org. Highlights include “Sunset Singers,” “Nocturnal Nature,” and “Night Flight.” These programs are a great family activity focused on the natural nightlife of Highlands. Summer workshops continue this month with options for everyone! Visit our website or call to sign up. This month’s lineup includes “Ferns: Identification and Ecol-

ogy” on June 1. Join Dr. Joey Shaw of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga for a crash course on ferns. University students from around the country will be on campus studying our unique habitat. Courses this month include “Conservation Biology,” “Rock Pool Ecology,” and “Southern Appalachian Mayflies, Stoneflies and Caddis Flies.” The Botanical Garden trails are open daily until sunset. For more information about our workshops or the other quality programming at the Highlands Biological Station, visit highlandsbiological.org or call us at (828) 526 -2221.

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DIFFERENTIAL GRASSHOPPER PHOTO BY KEVIN FITZPATRICK

his grasshopper has distinguishing chevron stripes on its ‘thighs’. The black pattern is not unique to this species, but it is rare to see on other grasshoppers. Their back legs also have spines on them. They have short, horned antennae and produce a buzzing noise by rubbing their hind wings against their forewings. Their tan and black coloring helps them blend in with the tall dry grasses that they eat.

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A DEEP AND DAZZLING DARKNESS BY LUKE OSTEEN | PHOTO BY MAX RENFRO

Is “Netflix and Chill” losing some of its magic? Enjoy nature’s free streaming service, right outside your door.

ou know the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau is the home to unique, not-tobe-missed natural wonders – the waterfalls springing from nearly every rocky feature, the astonishing botanical diversity, and, if we’re going to get granular, the variety of salamanders wriggling through the underbrush. But there’s one feature, nearly unparalleled in the Southeast, you’ll find here that’s ignored by way too many people. And you don’t have to wander deep into the brush or clamber up a rocky escarpment to enjoy this natural wonder. All you have to do is wait until sunset, tilt your head back, and enjoy the sight. Directly over your head is a spectacle as dazzling and pristine as anything you’d see on a 4D HD Television, a show now in its 4.5 billionth season. Plateau skies are not compromised by particulates in the air, or heat inversions, or, most damaging of all, light pollution. Of course, it’s possible that your home is near a streetlight, or perhaps your neighbors have bright security lights that inhibit your sky-watching potential. If that’s the case, consider these wonderful viewing sites – close by, panoramic, and black as a mineshaft at midnight. If you live in Cashiers, it doesn’t get much easier than heading to The Village Green. The Commons area is perfect for stargazing. You can spread out a blanket, enjoy a late night snack or beverage, and lie on your back. It’s a languid way to enjoy the evening, unchanged since the Babylonian

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astronomer/priests of 5,000 B.C.E. In Highlands, you can visit Sunset Rock, across from the Highlands Nature Center. Park your vehicle across from the Nature Center, and hike the gentle road to the summit. Naturally, bring a flashlight. The road is slowly eroding and you can twist your ankle if you’re not careful. That flashlight will come in handy at the top, to ensure that you don’t plummet to your death. Plus, you don’t want to stumble (as I have) over a couple who are apparently enjoying one another more than the celestial view. That’s only happened to me once, though I’ve enjoyed the stars there dozens of times. If, on the off chance that you don’t relish the idea of a speedy though relatively painless death, or you choose not to share your evening with hidden clusters of adults making out, really making out, consider Highlands Memorial Park, located on Highlands Memorial Park Road, just off of US 64. This is a beautiful setting and offers a stunning view of the sky, all the way to the horizon. I’ve occasionally run into others enjoying the spectacle, but they’ve always been hushed and respectful. Once you’ve settled in to your spot, you’ll be astonished at the sheer depth of the display. The Milky Way reveals itself as the faint band she’s always been, having all but vanished from most of the United States. If you’re not sure what you’re gazing at, there are some splendid star map apps you can install on your phone. I’ve enjoyed Sky Map, although SkyView has an

eerie soundtrack that can really enhance the star-watching experience. And if the naked-eye experience just isn’t enough for you and you really want to take advantage of the pristine, blackvelvet night, you may want to check out an 8-inch Orion Telescope from Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library. It’s available free of charge to anyone with a valid library card. Using this lightweight instrument, I’ve been able to clearly see Jupiter and its moons, Mars and its ice caps, and the Orion Nebula. If you really want to get lost amidst the stars, this is the tool for you. If you’re still not sure that lying on your back in the middle of nature is for you, let me make an offer. On the evening of June 10, the enormous planet Jupiter will be at its closest approach to Earth. It will be brighter than any other time of the year and will be visible all night long. If you have a mediumsized telescope, like the one you can check out from Cashiers Library, you’ll be able to see the orange and butterscotch bands that ring this gas giant. Even a pair of binoculars will net a view of Jupiter’s four largest moons, silently orbiting either side of this most majestic planet. Watch this show with open eyes, an open mind and an open heart, and I promise you’ll be hooked. If not, well, enjoy the rest of this issue of Laurel and be grateful that at least you didn’t fall off a cliff or stumble over some irate lovers.

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A SCOTLAND GOLF TRIP TO REMEMBER BY TOM CHILLEMI, PGA | TOMSGOLFTOURS.COM

y son John and a group from California and Texas just got back from a great trip to Scotland. Here’s what he had to say about the trip: “This was the first trip to Scotland for 3 of our 4 golfers, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. We were greeted at the Glasgow airport by Roddy, our private driver and concierge for the next 7 days. Roddy made the trip! He drove us everywhere we needed to be, helped us pick restaurants and local pubs, arranged Whisky tastings and castle tours, and rolled out a new Scottish joke roughly every 5 minutes. We stayed at the Old Course Hotel in St. Andrews for most of our trip. This is a 5-star hotel that lives up to its rating in every way with large modern rooms and incredible service. It sits adjacent to the famous Road Hole (#17) on the Old Course, with stunning views. We ended nearly every day with a glass or two of Whisky at the Road Hole bar overlooking its namesake hole and the town of St. Andrews. Our first round of golf was at the Crail Balcomie course. It is a classic links course with a view of the North Sea from every hole, and it is the 7th oldest Golf Club in the world. It’s also a little more forgiving than the other courses we played, which makes it a nice way to start the trip. We had our first of many orders of fish

and chips at the Crail clubhouse with great views of the course and the sea. Next, we played Kingsbarns, about 6 miles from St. Andrews. Not quite 20 years old, this course is a masterpiece and one of the most breathtaking ever developed. It has become one of the most popular courses in Scotland for good reason and is an excellent modern links compliment to the much older classic courses in St. Andrews. After lunch and pints at another spectacular clubhouse, we stopped by the Kingsbarns Distillery next door for a taste of Whisky. We played the Old Course at St. Andrews on

the third day. We were all a little nervous on the first tee of the “Home of Golf”, but settled in for an experience of a lifetime. I still get chills thinking about the walk on #18 over the Swilken bridge. We were so pumped after the Old Course that we played an unscheduled 2nd round at the Jubilee course that afternoon. Day 4, we were brought back down to earth at Carnoustie. Our weather had been fantastic up until this point, but the difficulty of Carnoustie was made even harder with 20 – 30 mph winds. By far the hardest course we played, I landed in 15 of the 112 sand traps, and didn’t always get over the 6 foot walls on the first try. Our final and most memorable round was at Castle Stuart just outside of Inverness. This course is only 10 years old, and has already hosted the Scottish Open 4 times, including Phil Michelson’s exciting victory in 2013. The views and topography are the best that we played in my opinion. On our last night, we had a nice celebratory dinner in Glasgow with Stewart Smith, PGA, UK partner of Tom’s Golf Tours, followed by a few pints and some live music at Roddy’s local pub. As our trip ended, we found ourselves planning the next one, returning to St. Andrews in combination with a couple of days in Ayrshire to hit Royal Troon and Turnberry. Can’t wait!”

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MOUNTAIN WILDLIFE DAYS BY LUKE OSTEEN

Mountain Wildlife Days, slated for July 13 and 14 at Sapphire Valley Resort, is an unparalleled way to meet your wild neighbors.

owadays it seems like the easiest way to get to know your local wildlife is to overfill a bird feeder or leave your trash out overnight. Sure, you can witness raccoons tearing up your feeder or bears dragging your garbage around the neighborhood, but no one wins with this gambit, especially the animals. Your easier and wiser option is to mark Mountain Wildlife Days upon your calendar – July 13 and 14 at Sapphire Valley Resort. Now in its 16th year, this event offers local residents and visitors an extraordinary opportunity to come to know in granular detail the forests and waterfalls and hidden trails ringing this portion of the Blue Ridge Mountains. And, of course, the creatures great and small that share it with us. The hikes will be held on Friday, July 13, and will be offered by experienced outdoor leaders. In the afternoon, programs for chil-

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dren will explore the lives of the creatures of the Southern Appalachians. These presentations are fun and have proved to be irresistible to both children and adults. In the evening, there’ll be more educational programs and a rollicking

Bluegrass band. On Saturday, July 14, even more animals arrive. You can expect up-close encounters with reptiles and amphibians, birds (including birds of prey), and a collection of mammals from North Georgia Zoo & Farm in Cleveland, Georgia. Naturalist Rob Gudger will be on hand with his magnificent wolves. Though there’ll be a workshop about local black bears, don’t expect to see any living specimens – they’re just too powerful and unpredictable to present before crowds. The event is provided in cooperation with the Sapphire Valley Resort management and Mountain Wildlife Days, directed by John Edwards. For more information, visit Mountainwildlifedays.com or email blackbears66@gmail .com. Children are admitted free of charge The adult charge is $7.00 or $10 for both days.

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CHAIR CANING BY ASHLEY STEWART

Even though it dates back to prehistory, the venerable cane chair has never gone out of fashion.

t doesn’t matter where you’re from, I can guarantee your grandmother had a caned or woven chair of some kind. You may even have one of your own that has been passed down through the generations. These chairs are often considered rustic and old fashioned, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. The art of chair caning isn’t dying. It’s thriving. Caning is an umbrella term that is used to describe several different styles of woven chairs. A true cane chair is made from the outer bark of the rattan palm, which is native to Southeast Asia. The rattan is woven into panels using vertical, horizontal and diagonal strands to create the familiar octagonal pattern. The mats are cut and pressed into frames or woven by hand into holes drilled into the seat frame. There are many other types of woven chairs, one of the most common of which is the rush weave. Materials such as corn shucks, bulrush and cattails are twisted together into long cords that are then woven

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together to create a chair seat. Other types include Danish Cord, Hickory and Oak Splint Weaving, Shaker Tape, and Rawhide. The history of caned and woven chairs is as long as it is universal. Evidence of woven seats have been found as far back as the Neolithic Era. They have been found in ancient Egyptian tombs and were used by travelling Chinese Buddhists. Despite its long history, caning is far from outdated. Caning patterns have been used by fashion designers such as Michael Kors and Dior. Far from being old fashioned, chairmakers such as Scott Woody and Brian Boggs use woven

seats in their contemporary designs, elevating the craft from rustic heirloom to luxury furniture. Here in North Carolina, the chair caning tradition is alive and well thanks to Brandy Clements and Dave Klingler at the Silver River Center for Chair Caning in Asheville. As the only chair school and museum in the nation, Brandy and Dave are preserving the tradition through classes, workshops, and restoration work. You can find them upstairs at Curve Studios and Garden in the River Arts District in Asheville. For more information on all things chairs, visit SilverRiverChairs.com or call (828) 707-4553.

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WHO WAS ZEB ALLEY? BY CAROL M. BRYSON | HISTORIAN

Even nearly a century later, Zeb Alley’s death remains shrouded in mystery.

eginning at the Old Cashiers School Road, there is an intersecting road known as Zeb Alley Road. It runs westerly and about half way between Cashiers and Whiteside Cove was the home of Zeb Alley, his wife Cora Davis Alley, and their children. Zebulon Barak Alley was born on November 11, 1862, at the old Alley house in Whiteside Cove which still stands today. His parents were John Heywood Alley Jr. and Sarah Whiteside Norton Alley. His younger brother was the famed Felix Eugene Alley who, at the age of 16, wrote the ever popular song, “The Ballad of Kidder Cole.” In 1926, Zeb’s brother, Felix, decided to run in the Democratic primary for a seat in the U. S. Congress. The Alley family, filled with pride and excitement, rallied for Felix’s election. On Saturday, June 6, Zeb and his son Doyle drove around to all the precincts in Cashiers, Fairfield, and Glenville, gathering up the voting returns. Zeb Alley was a passenger in a car with Henry Moss driving and Doyle Alley was driving his own car with Mr. Kay Baumgarner as his passenger. At about 1:00 A.M. they all left Cashiers to

Zeb Alley in Whiteside Cove with rifle on his shoulder, his dog Rowdy at his side and the raccoon kill in his hand.

take the returns to Sylva. About 10 miles out from Sylva, Doyle Alley tooted his horn and passed Henry Moss and his father. Arriving in Sylva close to 2:00 A.M., Doyle began to worry as his father should have been close behind him but hadn’t shown up. They drove back to see what had happened and soon saw the car overturned on the side of the road. Doyle’s father, Zeb, was caught underneath the car. Henry Moss told them a large truck struck them and then raced away, not stopping to help. Zeb Alley died within a few minutes under the weight of the car. News of the accident and his brother Zeb’s death reached Felix. Even though devastated, Felix had to make arrangements for Zeb’s funeral and burial. Zebulon Barak Alley was buried in the Whiteside Cove Cemetery just up the road from where he was born. The truck driver was never found. Felix Alley lost the primary. After Zeb B. Alley’s death, the road to his former house became officially known as Zeb Alley Road by the newly formed North Carolina Highway Department.

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UNWINDING THE MYSTERY BALL BY DONNA RHODES

The lives of Highlands children from decades ago were embroidered with moments and simple items of pure joy.

e enjoy historical accounts of the activities, construction, and commerce on the Plateau over the decades, but what were Highlands’ youngsters doing while adults were building roads, launching businesses, and saving the forests? In his “Heart of the Blue Ridge,” Ran Shaffner shares a kid story passed along by his wife, Margaret. Ran writes, “Children in Highlands found a number of stores that catered to them as much as to adults. The Country Mouse Gift Shop opened in 1947 on Lake Sequoyah, and Mrs. W.E. McGuire from Clemson had surprise gift balls for the children.” Margaret remembers the balls being made from brightly colored crepe paper strips. At the very center was a prize whistle or tiny treasure… a reward that was better than Cracker Jacks toys but far from a Daisy Red Ryder. The payoff toy was wrapped snugly with the paper. Then miniatures and

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trinkets like gumball machine charms (probably made in Japan and worth a mint to-

day) would be placed in the wrapping and wound into the ball. Layers of paper and surprises continued to be wound until the ball was nearly baseball-size. The last strip would be secured with a picture of a clown or ballerina. Think of it as a grab bag in a paper ball form. As the ball was unwound, toys fell out to the children’s delight, and the guessing continued until the last strand of paper revealed the reward for their patience. I fear that today’s kids would settle for nothing less than a phone app or a Minecraft set, but this was a simpler time. Enjoy more stories about Highlands’ residents of all ages by reading Ran’s detailed accounts in his book, available at the Hudson Library and Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library. It can also be purchased online. Or visit the Highlands Historical Society’s website, highlandshistory.com and see what kind of history ball you can unravel.

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HCH WELCOMES PETER PAVARINI BY DONNA RHODES

A path across the country and through the labyrinth of the American healthcare system has brought Peter Pavarini to the board of Highlands-Cashiers Hospital.

nspired, engaged and knowledgeable board members are essential to a healthy organization. Mission Health is thrilled to welcome Peter Pavarini, a man of such character, to the HighlandsCashiers Hospital board. He is a nationally-recognized lawyer, specializing in the business and legalities of healthcare. Even though Peter grew up in Long Island, New York, graduated from law school in Boston and settled with his wife (a Public Health Johns Hopkins grad) in Ohio, he had a date with destiny in North Carolina. He was already music lover, having collected and played 30 -plus acoustic instruments. But what finally struck the deal was a family reunion (his mom’s idea) at High Hampton in Cashiers. Instant love. A few years later, Peter and his wife purchased a mountain retreat. Now, he is immersing himself in our community by volunteering, meeting and greeting business owners. He is also pursuing a personal calling: seeing that everyone has access to quality healthcare. What better way to do that than join the

Peter Pavarini board at Highlands-Cashiers Hospital? Peter brings a lifetime of experience, gathered from all over the United States. From Native American adobe clinics to rural Midwestern hospitals to large urban healthcare

facilities, he’s familiarized himself with hospitals across America. Comparing the HighlandsCashiers Hospital to all the rural medical facilities he has seen, Peter was struck by the first-rate care available. Doctors, nurses and staff, for example, are easily accessible. But most impressive are the exceptional ER capabilities. If you thought you had to go to Asheville or Atlanta in an emergency situation, well, not anymore! State-of-the-art emergency care at the hospital stabilizes patients. If required, instant telehealth access links to a specialist in the Mission Health system. If necessary, an immediate airlift to Mission Hospital in Asheville awaits on the helipad. Peter says, “Highlands-Cashiers Hospital is a jewel. You don’t go to many communities and find such a modern, well-equipped hospital.” On a personal level, Peter says, “If my grandkids or aging parents come up to visit, and one breaks a bone or suffers a severe cut, I am comforted that I am right around the corner from a superior ER.” Welcome Peter Pavarini to the area by emailing him at Peter.pavarini@gmail.com.

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WHY IS GUT FUNCTION SO OVERLOOKED AND MISUNDERSTOOD? BY DR. SUE AERY | AERY CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE

It turns out that the key to overall health is a gut feeling.

hy is gut function so overlooked and misunderstood? When we realize that our gut tissue (small intestines) is derived from the same embryonic origin as our brain tissue, then it should have way more importance in medical and functional diagnosis. Being the root cause of so many current health challenges, we really need to look closer when we want to diagnose and fix problems that arise. Let’s look at many common issues that make headlines daily. Arthritis, headache, depression, memory or clarity deficits, joint pain, premature aging, abnormal digestion and elimination, asthma, even sleep disturbances and apnea are all rooted in inflammation. Guess what organ has the most important role in immunity and dealing with inflammation? That’s right! The Small Intestinal barrier or the GALT – Gut Associated Lymphoid Tissue. This is where the

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majority, roughly 70 percent of our immune system, lives! So, based on all of this information, we should pay way more attention to our gut health. The problem is this when most think of “gut health” the common answer is “I don’t have any problem with digesting my food.” This is just not a good enough answer if you have any of the prob-

lems mentioned above. The best way to discover if your gut is truly healthy is to find out if you have a “leaky gut.” This means that the intestinal lining is compromised and not able to do its normal function to protect the rest of the body from excess harm and destruction, without us even knowing it until it’s too late. The further stages of poor gut health become symptomatic and detrimental to our health and longevity – mainly disease like cancer and autoimmunity to name just two. Full function of the gut will bring more clarity and health to your life, no matter your age! My recommendation is to explore gut health beyond the medical doctors and become aware of how well you are functioning. Once you determine this, you can then act accordingly, whether you need to consult with a doctor for prescription medication or a protocol that will restore you to full health and a life of vitality and function. Live life to its fullest and know what is really healthy!

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HEALTH Ashby and her son, Asa Photo by Mason Cummings, The Wilderness Society

SUMMER SCREEN TIME STRATEGIES FOR CHILDREN Unplug your children from modern technology to give them the gift of the world.

Photo by Byron Tenesaca

By Ashby Underwood-Garner Yoga Highlands Certified Rolf Practitioner, Yoga Therapist & Developmental Movement Teacher Yoga HIghlands believes in building deep reserves that support agility of body and mind. They specialize in adapting yoga for your individual needs and a nourishing approach to self-care through Ayurveda and personal retreat.

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f you gave a child today a rotary phone, they may not know what to do with it! Yes, technology is useful, sometimes frustrating, and entertaining. Yet, too easily, it can be the thing that keeps your child or grandchild occupied while you finish a chore or make that phone call. You need a minute of quiet, but at what cost? When neurological patterns are developing at a rapid rate - such as they are in childhood - research shows it is a disservice to a child’s development to be handed a phone for amusement. What seems convenient in a moment can become an addictive pattern that is hard to admit for parents. What are the signs of screen time toxicity? We see these more when the electronics are taken away. A withdrawal sequence ensues that can include symptoms such as resistance, feeling dazed, irritability, confusion and being unaware of adults talking to them. As a child begins to associate with the characters they are watching or playing on a video game, they lose a sense of reality that is meant to shape their sensory potential. Disassociation can lead to inappropriate sympathetic nervous system responses such as impulsiveness, anxiety or depression.

Power struggles with your child can emerge over screen time. These are not just a test of will! There is a chemical dependency present. If the programming is too graphic for their young age, a child can undergo an adrenaline-induced attack with no real physical resolution. They can be stuck in a panic inside, replaying scenes, and repeating what they see. In addition, opportunity for depth perception is lost which cannot be easily recovered. “Oh, you know, kids today…”. It’s an easy write off for an adult to talk about behavioral challenges. But the truth is, what legacy will we leave them if we bypass a wellrecognized concern about the influence of today’s technology? We are fortunate in the mountains to be surrounded by nature, living things, and occasional silence. Summer schedules allow for swimming, hiking, dancing to music, making art, and gardening with our children. Free play can let a child master new skills, releasing pent-up energy from over-stimulation. Greenery and sunlight can improve a child’s mood. Eye contact, face to face interaction, touch, all help children learn to regulate emotion, develop a sense of self, and build capacity for empathy and joy.

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A PASSION TO HELP BY LUKE OSTEEN

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Rachel B. Kelley arrives in Highlands and Cashiers with a determination to provide good mental health care.

or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Rachel B. Kelley Rachel B. Kelley, the HighlandsCashiers Plateau is a natural site to open her practice. She’s often asked what sets her apart from other mental health providers. Basically, her training has focused on the ability to accurately diagnose mental health disorders and prescribe psychotropic medications to treat those conditions. “I was surprised how far people had to travel to find specialized psychiatric treatment, and good mental health care” she says. “It’s so different from psychiatric evaluations; develop individualwhen I had my practice in Naples, Florida. ized treatment plans, offer counseling and There, I treated people in both Naples and psychotherapy, prescribe psychotropic Southwest Florida, people who were just medications, and titrate those medications a few minutes away. I visited Florida Gulf on an ongoing basis. Each patient plan is Coast University once a week to ensure that those college students received good psy- different, and she will not stop until the desired effect is achieved. chiatric and mental health care.” All of these abilities are the product of That “good mental health care” is what Kelley brings to this corner of Western North years of study and graduation from The UniCarolina. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitio- versity of Cincinnati College of Medicine, ner, she’s able to conduct comprehensive allowing her to offer treatment for a vast

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portfolio of conditions. It is also noteworthy that she holds a National Board Certification in her specialty medical field. “I can treat any variety of psychiatric or mental illnesses,” Kelley says. “I have specialized in anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar illness, mood disorders, ADD/ ADHD, sleep problems, eating disorders, addictions, and issues of grief and loss. My patients range in age from 13 to 88, and they come from all walks of life.” If that sounds daunting, she sure doesn’t show it. “I love this community and genuinely love to help people,” she says. “I believe in what I do, I am passionate about what I do, and I know I can help people with issues that prevent them from experiencing the best quality of life possible.” Now accepting new patients. Her office is located at 209 North Fourth Street (The Upper Level) in Highlands. For those unable to use the stairs, Kelley has made other arrangements to accommodate those needs. To schedule an appointment or for more information, call (828) 526-3241.

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HOMES AND LIFESTYLES

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An increasingly popular way of living helped to make life on the Plateau possible for a local nurse practitioner.

ast year, Tricia Smith faced a life-changing decision, one faced by many who live and work on the Plateau – how on earth does a working person own a home in a real estate market that’s weighted toward gated communities and second- and third-homes? Smith, a nurse practitioner, had been renting a comfortable Highlands home, but she had to work three jobs to make ends meet. “Ultimately, I realized that this was a losing proposition,” she says. “In the long term, renting just doesn’t make financial sense, but who wants to think about having to pay a hefty mortgage in their 80s? Who wants to think about having to work to pay a hefty mortgage in their 80s?” The existing market for homes in her price range were depressing. “They’d be described as ‘fixer-uppers,’ but I think a more accurate term would be ‘shacks,’” she says. For Smith, the solution came from an unexpected corner – YouTube. “I discovered these videos promoting a philosophy called ‘Minimalism’ and it’s like a light bulb went off in my head.” Minimalism is a lifestyle philosophy that’s

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ultimately about making your life richer by doing with less. According to minimalism, we’re conditioned to measure the value of our lives by how much we earn, how much we own. “It’s about getting rid of clutter that doesn’t add value to your life, and, if you’re determined to not buy ‘stuff’ for the experience of buying stuff, you cut down on your financial stress,” Smith says. “And if you don’t have so much financial stress, maybe you can cut back on all the extra jobs you’ve taken to pay for everything. And if you don’t have to work all those extra hours, maybe you can spend more time with your loved ones and yourself. It’s truly liberating.” For Smith, the plunge into the minimalist life was dramatic. She enlisted the help of Realtor Linda Parrish of Country Club Properties. Parrish grasped the essence of what Smith was seeking and found a tiny patch of land in the Mirror Lake community in Highlands. The plot was so small and hilly that most real estate experts considered it worthless as a homesite. But Smith found a way around this by looking to the North – Canada, to be exact. Drummond House Plans has an entire cat-

alog of blueprints for Tiny Homes. Defined as no more than 1,000 square feet, these homes stand out by their functionality, space optimization, small environmental footprint and sensibly lower construction cost. “They’re highly efficient and make maximum use of every square foot of space,” Smith says. “Realistically, you can only live in one room at a time.” Armed with a plans for a 676-square-foot home and a tiny bit of property that seemed wildly impractical, Smith sought financing from Tony Potts of Entegra Bank in Highlands. “Tony seemed to understand why I was pursuing this and set about making it feasible for me. I think it took a bit of research and an understanding of the realities of this real estate market for him to make it work. With financing finally in hand – Potts figured the price tag to be $200,000 (which included $40,000 for the patch of land) – Smith set about finding a builder who wouldn’t balk at the tiny cost. Kenneth Crowe was intrigued by the audaciousness of the plan and, after doing some hard thinking about how to make the place fit on the top of a little hill, plunged into the project with his four-man crew.

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Here’s the incredible thing. The home was built in five months, three weeks ahead of schedule and under budget. That’s practically unheard of on the HighlandsCashiers Plateau. She christened the place Tickety Boo, which is British slang for “going smoothly.” Of course, to fit into her new place, Smith had to radically downsize her possessions. “It wasn’t nearly as hard as you’d imagine – I gave things to my friends and Fibber’s, and felt pretty good inside,” she says. “I had to shed most of my wardrobe so that everything fit into my tiny closet. It just required a bit of new thinking – now I just remind myself that every day I put on one of my favorite outfits.” The home is energy-efficient and, because it’s so tiny, Smith saw an immediate, dramatic reduction in her utility bills. The limited space means there’s no room for clutter, and cleaning is a matter of minutes rather than hours. “And living simply means that there’s a little more jingle in my pocket, which means that it’s easier for me and my boyfriend to save up for our real passion – travel.” And the freedom from stress that’s at the core of minimalism means that Smith is finally able to truly savor life on the Plateau.

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Au t h o r S p o t l i g h t : R o n R a s h

GIVING VOICE TO GOD’S COUNTRY BY ASHLEY STEWART

For nationally-acclaimed author Ron Rash, the people and landscape of this corner of Western North Carolina are an endless source of inspiration. He returns to Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library on June 28.

he rolling hills of the Plateau have long been called God’s Country. The rivers and waterfalls that flow through the lush forests have an ethereal beauty that one cannot experience without reverence. It’s a land beyond description, but novelist and poet Ron Rash has risen to that challenge and met it. For the last 40 years, Ron has paid homage to his Appalachian roots through his evocative prose and masterful poetry. Ron has deep roots here in Southern Appalachia. Both sides of his family have been in the area for over 200 years. Having grown up near Boiling Springs, North Carolina, his career began in the late 1970s teaching high school English in Tamassee, a quiet little town

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tucked into the South Carolina foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. From there, he moved on to teaching English at Tri-County Technical College in Pendleton. For the last 17 years, he has held the John and Dorothy Parris Distinguished Professorship of Appalachian Culture at Western Carolina University. All the while, Ron has been using his gifts as a writer to give a voice to the landscape that surrounds him. Apart from his inclusion in dozens of magazines and journals, he has published four poetry collections, six short story collections and seven novels. His most recent novel, “The Risen,” was published in 2016. He has won over a dozen awards for his prose and poetry and has landed on the New York

Times Bestseller list three times. His novels and short stories are filled with hauntingly real characters that embody the heart and soul of Southern Appalachia. “I want to honor the people and culture of Appalachia, but it’s important not to sentimentalize it,” he says. Seeing the world through rose colored glasses is just as bad as perpetuating negative stereotypes. “Human beings are a mixture of good and bad and it’s important to show both sides. If my characters are seen as strange or exotic, then I have failed.” Ron will be at Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library at 3:00 P.M. June 28 to talk about his work and answer questions.

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LESSONS ABOUT MONEY CAN BE PRICELESS GIFTS TO CHILDREN BY MARY BETH BRODY | EDWARD JONES FINANCIAL ADVISOR

ather’s Day is almost upon us. If you’re a dad, you certainly may enjoy getting cards and gifts, of course. But, over time, you will gain even greater satisfaction by what you can give your children – such as some valuable financial lessons. These lessons can include the following: • Setting goals – If you are contributing to an IRA and a 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored plan, explain how you build these accounts now, while you are working, so you’ll have enough money to enjoy a comfortable retirement someday. And you can bring your children into the picture, too, by telling them that another financial goal is saving enough to help send them to college or to further their education in other ways. • Value of understanding the financial markets – You may actually be quite surprised at how interested your kids are in investing, especially the concept of “owning” companies through stocks and stock-based vehicles. Depending on their ages, you might even want to show them the prog-

ress of your own investments and describe, in general terms, how different events can cause the markets to rise and fall, especially in the short term. You could even discuss the difference between the basic types of investments, such as stocks and bonds. • Putting time on your side – You might want to emphasize the importance of patience, and how investing is not a “get-richquick” scheme, but a process that requires decades of diligence and persistence. Let your children know that it’s of great value to start investing as early as possible, so you can put time on your side, giving investments a chance to grow. • Living within your means – We all know that you can’t always get what you want. Stress to your children that you can’t just splurge on big purchases whenever you feel like it, because such behavior can lead to bad outcomes. Use concrete examples: If you have a car that’s several years old, tell your children that it would be nice to have a new one, but you simply must wait until you

can afford it. • Paying debts on time – Tell your children that, no matter how good a saver you are, or how thrifty you try to be, you still have debts, such as your mortgage payment, and it’s important to pay these debts on time. You may not want to get too detailed about the consequences of missing debt payments – bad credit scores may not be that easy for children to understand – but you can certainly mention that if you’re always late on payments, you might find it harder to borrow money when you really need it. By sharing these principles with your children, you will, at the least, give them something to think about, and you may well find that you’ve helped start them on the path to a lifetime of making solid financial moves. And who knows? If they truly master the ideas you’ve taught them, one day they might give you some really nice Father’s Day gifts. This article was written by Edwads Jones for use by your local Edward Jones -Financial Advisor.

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THE FINE ART OF NOT THINKING BY DONNA RHODES | ILLUSTRATION BY NORMA JEAN ZAHNER

Why didn’t we think of that? Success in life, like slalom skiing, often relies upon a simple realization.

y buddy, Kathy, was frustrated with her oil painting. She said all she does is paint, scrape-off, paint, scrape-off…nothing was working. She asked me what she should do. I said, “Drop the damn ski!” She looked at me like my last marble had just rolled out of my ear and down my brassiere. I explained. As a kid I liked to water ski, but mastering slalom was beyond me. Every time I tried to drop a ski, I fell, sploosh, douching every orifice imaginable. I gave up skiing for a decade, and then Fate intervened. A flyer arrived offering water skiing classes at the nearby college. I jumped at it and enrolled. As I hung up the phone I was tsunamied by a wave of WTF? How was I going to shoehorn my muffin

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top into spandex and parade before college student hard bodies? Worse yet, how was I going to drop that ski? The instructor was a retired, take-no-prisoners football coach. He ordered the class to climb aboard his boat. We complied. He revved the engine and rocket-throttled into high gear, leaving our stomachs and all hope behind. Classmates skied, Olympians every one. Earlier I’d made the mistake of telling Coach Curmudgeon that I wanted to learn to slalom. And now, it was my turn. I plopped into the water, grabbed the ski rope handle, and waited for CC to take up the slack and throttle me into an inevitable hydroplaning belly-bounce. To my surprise I got up relatively easily. I

jumped a wave or two as confidence built. But then, I started over-thinking… how to position my feet, my body, my arms, my eyeteeth. This was an especially dumb endeavor since it’s muscles, not brains, that are doing the work. At that moment, CC bellowed across the wake, “DROP THE DAMN SKI, WOMAN!” He scared me thoughtless. Muscles kicked in. I dropped the damn ski. Lo and behold, I remained upright. We took a victory lap around the lake before I ditched the ski rope and coasted into shore. “The key to getting over a brain logjam is to simply stop thinking,” I told Kathy, “So just paint, dammit!” We’ve been not thinking ever since, and Life’s gotten a whole lot easier.

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PCC IS BECOMING BEE-UTIFUL BY ELLIS MCINTYRE

A pair of generous local organizations and a forward-thinking landscape designer are transforming the grounds of the Peggy Crosby Center.

n a collaborative effort, the Laurel Garden Club, noted Landscape Designer Canty Worley, and Highlands Falls Country Club members are creating a “pocket ecosystem” right in the middle of Highlands. The LGC has generously supported improvements to the grounds of the venerable Peggy Crosby Center, site of Highlands’ first hospital, over the past several years through grants. Canty Worley has worked with PCC selecting and installing a captivating mix of flowers and foliage to create this cutting-edge urban ecosystem and developing a pollinator habitat. Every year Highlands Falls Country Club, through Golf Course Superintendent Fred Gehrisch, selects a local nonprofit to help. The Peggy Crosby Center is the recipient of this year’s generous donation of time and labor. This gift will enable PCC to spend more of the Laurel Garden Club’s 2019 grant funds on plants to enhance this new urban habitat.

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What started as an erosion issue on the grounds of the PCC has turned into a very forward-thinking approach to landscape management. This naturalistic approach to landscape design, referred to as Ecological Planting Design, is beneficial on a wide spectrum from functionality to aesthetics. Using a conservation-oriented approach to

the Peggy Crosby landscaping helps PCC by reducing the operational costs of maintenance and watering, helping keep a strained budget in line and helping keep rental rates as low as possible for PCC’s tenants – all of whom serve our community. It improves the habitats for native flora and pollinators within Highlands’ urban landscape. It also provides an educational opportunity to demonstrate to visitors, passersby, and children from Highlands School how these functional improvements to our urban space can help preserve our native pollinator habitats. The project on the front bank, while in its beginning stages, has led to interest from other organizations, businesses, and private citizens in the community. We are hoping to pair our efforts with the newly-established Bee City as part of the overall goal of educating our community that beauty and conserving our natural resources for all works in an urban landscape.

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SERVICE DIRECTORY

ACCOMMODATIONS

BEAUTY

CABINET DESIGN

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SERVICE DIRECTORY

CONCIERGE

CONSTRUCTION

HEATING/COOLING

HOME CARE

HOME DECOR

MASSAGE

PRINTING

REAL ESTATE

ROOFING

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TWICE NEW, TWICE TREASURED BY MARY JANE MCCALL

The ambitions and good works of the Glenville Thrift Shop’s volunteers extend throughout the community.

ave you ever noticed that cute little building on the side of the road in Glenville with the beautiful mural of Lake Glenville on its store front? It beckons you to explore it more thoroughly, and check it out you should, for this little gem is the Glenville Thrift Shop, a treasure trove of pre-loved items of every sort, size and description. Under the umbrella of the Glenville Community Development Center, the Thrift Shop and neighboring Community Center embody the ideal of a community taking care of its own. Staffed entirely by volunteers, and overseen by a volunteer Board, this well-organized thrift shop offers a little of everything for the bargain hunter, from housewares and bric-a-brac, to furniture. You’ll be shopping for a good cause as proceeds are funneled back into the com-

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munity, save for a portion used for upkeep and renovations. Each year they award a graduating high school student from the Glenville-Hamburg Township the Viola Bryson Scholarship in the amount of $2,000 per year for four years. They also give annually to the Deerfoot Boys Club, Fishes and Loaves, Cashiers-Glenville Rescue Squad, and the Blue Ridge Free Dental Clinic. In addition, they offer Blue Ridge School funds to be used for items of need at their discretion. In the past these funds have helped purchase computers, music equipment, playground equipment, calculators and other supplies. They also work side by side with local churches to provide support to families in crisis. The Community Fund is used for community improvement and beautification.

Their reach into the community is a benefit to so many. The Community Center can be rented for private gatherings and is often the site for family reunions. Community functions can use the facility at no charge. From May through September they host Potluck Fridays on the last Friday of each month at 6:00 P.M., free to community members. They provide the entrée and attendees bring a dish. The Saturdays before the Potluck, the community enjoys “Grilling in Glenville” from noon to 3:0 0 P.M. – free hamburgers and hotdogs and all the fixings, along with music by one of the local Bluegrass/ Gospel bands. If you get a chance to stop by, please do and tell the hardworking volunteers thank you for a job well done.

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THE HORSES OF CARPE DIEM BY SUE BLAIR | CARPE DIEM FARMS

A glance back at the 27 years of Carpe Diem Farms reveals an unbroken pattern of generosity and discovery.

he pervasive theme of all the articles I have written throughout the years has been of blessings and gratitude. What has been received and what has been given is immeasurable. Carpe Diem Farms has had an incredible history in Highlands. What began as one person’s idea in 1992 and opened as a place in 1997 has impacted literally thousands. Men, women, children, horses, dogs, cats and birds…all beneficiaries and all providers of the gifts. When I walk down memory lane and consider the humble beginnings from which we came, remember all who helped vision, dream and build what we have become, it is quite remarkable. We have provided sum-

mer camps, after school programs, adult workshops, book studies, labyrinth walks, fly fishing demonstrations, riding lessons, horse whisperers, fundraisers, musical concerts, barn dances, barbecues, drumming circles, Native American dancers, and oh, so much more. We have hosted authors, horse trainers, and artists, all with the purpose of helping individuals “explore the human potential through equines.” The horses of Carpe Diem, the 13 who rest in our St. Francis Cemetery and the nine remaining in the stables have been the teachers, therapists, staff and colleagues; the very essence and backbone of what we do and who we are. When you work with and have relationships with horses, I be-

lieve you become a much more fluid person. They mirror our energy, our feelings, our fears and our joys. Our horses over these 27 years have changed lives of people, and now horses, around the globe. Carpe Diem Farms continues to be a sanctuary for those who visit, participate, or volunteer. The horses continue to be our teachers. The research, development and manufacturing of Easy’s Slipper, together with all the insights into the mechanics of the horses’ feet and their locomotion, is giving us a world-wide platform to aid others. Come see for yourself! Carpe Diem Farms is a 501(c)(3) experiential education foundation. Visit us at carpediemfarms.org.

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PROTECTING AGAINST RABIES BY DAVID STROUD | CASHIERS-HIGHLANDS HUMANE SOCIETY

The stellar accomplishments of a pair of Shelter Staffers ensure a safer future for shelter animals and local pets.

o protect human health and prevent and control rabies, North Carolina law requires rabies vaccination of owned domestic dogs, cats and ferrets by four months of age. The rabies vaccine must be administered only by a veterinarian, registered veterinary technician under the direct supervision of a veterinarian, or a certified rabies vaccinator. There are approximately 350 approved certified rabies vaccinators in the State of North Carolina. To ensure the safety of animals, staff, volunteers and guests, the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society requires that all cats and dogs brought to the shelter have an up-to-date rabies shot. But this can be a hardship for folks like Good Samaritans who bring in strays on a daily basis, because in the 32-year history of CHHS, the shelter has never had one staff person approved by the county and the state to be a CRV. Shelter staff ends up taking the stray (or owner-surrendered pet) to a veterinarian and CHHS pays for the vaccination.

“We still don’t have one CRV on staff,” says CHHS Executive Director David Stroud. “We have two.” After a lengthy examination, training and approval process, Shelter Manager Kaitlyn Moss and Assistant Manager Jodi Henkel have become the first CHHS team members to earn the CRV certification. Not only does

this mean that CHHS can administer the rabies vaccine to all shelter pets, CHHS will now offer several low-cost rabies vaccination clinics throughout the year to the general public to help folks keep their personal pets safe and in compliance with NC law. Rabies vaccinations will also be offered for just $10 for personal pets on an appointment-only basis at the shelter. Each vaccination will also include a rabies tag and a completed certificate for each vaccinated animal. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call CHHS at (828) 743-5752. Established in 1987, Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit no-kill animal shelter located at 200 Gable Drive in Sapphire, one-and-a-half miles east of the Cashiers Ingles in between Cedar Creek Club and Lonesome Valley on Highway 64. For more information, visit us online at CHhumanesociety.org. Tax-deductible donations to support our lifesaving work can be mailed to: CHHS, P.O. Box 638, Cashiers, NC 28717.

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BARTRAM’S TRAVELS BY JULIE SCHOTT | HIGHLANDS-CASHIERS LAND TRUST

The travels and discoveries of pioneering naturalist William Bartram are the centerpiece of a pair of June experiences.

illiam Bartram, a botanist and naturalist, traveled the southern colonies that would become North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana between 1773 and 1777. He wrote a series of books called “Bartram’s Travels,” published in 1791, that became one of the first of a modern genre of books that portrayed nature through personal experience as well as scientific observation. His work describes the relatively pristine natural environment of the 18th century as well as life among the Cherokee, Creek, and Seminole Indians. Bartram’s Travels was a big hit in the Americas and Europe. In 1977 the North Carolina Bartram Trail Society was established and laid out approximately 78 miles of hiking trail that roughly parallels William Bartram’s original travels. The NC Trail starts at the Georgia line, passes over the top of Scaly Mountain, over the Fishhawks and into the Little Tennessee River Valley south of Franklin. The trail crosses the Appalachian Trail on Wayah Bald, trav-

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els by Nantahala Lake and ends at Cheoah Bald where it again crosses the AT. There are other Bartram Trail segments in South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Alabama. Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust is offering two experiences this month that will help you see our mountains through Bartram’s eyes. On Friday, June 21, we will lead a hike

along part of the Bartram Trail and hear stories about the man who inspired it from the NC Bartram Trail Society’s Brent Martin. EcoTours are available to HCLT members and you can become a member on this hike. To learn more and reserve your spot, contact us at hclt _ ed@ earthlink.net or call (828) 526-1111. Then on Tuesday, June 25, at 5:30 PM join us at The Village Green Commons at the Crossroads in Cashiers for Brent Martin’s Blazing Trails – looking into the natural and cultural history of the Bartram Trail. This is part of our Village Nature Series which brings experts in various topics related to our natural and cultural heritage to Cashiers and is cohosted by The Village Green. Tthere is no charge and no reservations are necessary. Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust is a non-profit organization that helps people preserve their ecologically rich land which protects the quality of the air we breathe, the water we drink and healthy habitat for all who live here. To learn more visit hicashlt.org.

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OF ALL NATIONS AND RELIGIONS BY KAYE MCHAN | INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP CENTER

The mission of the International Friendship Center is as old as America itself.

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The bosom of America is open to receive not only the opulent and respected stranger, but the oppressed and persecuted of all Nations and Religions: whom we shall welcome to a participation of all our rights and privileges…” – George Washington Here in the words of our Founding Father lies some of the bricks that form the foundation for America. In fact, the majority of our population are descendants of strangers from various nations and religions. Can you imagine leaving your home and moving to a place where you cannot communicate, nor do you understand the customs and everyone is a stranger? The hardships of financially, spiritually and emotionally supporting oneself would be insurmountable. But our ancestors

did it and many of our fellow humans are still doing it to have the opportunity for a better life, just like the Puritans at Plymouth Rock. We are very fortunate to have a local nonprofit that works diligently to assist and welcome all who live or work in our area no matter what Nation or Religion. But recently I have discovered that The International Friendship Center is not widely known and/or the mission is not fully understood. IFC exists to assist people experiencing hardship and to address concerns and challenges facing the immigrants in our community by fostering understanding among all people, facilitating social and human services, and providing nutrition to the needy

through the Highlands Food Pantry. The programming includes interpretation and translation services for medical, education, housing, utilities and community services; access to personal hygiene items and groceries from the food pantry; and legal and immigration resources. And the services are provided to people who have lived here for years or people who are new to the community. Thank you to all of the volunteers and supporters who make these services available because you believe in the value of life and care about the most vulnerable members of our community. IFC is located at 348 South 5th Street in Highlands and can be reached at (828) 5260890 or at centrodeamigos@nctv.com.

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INVESTING IN OUR CHILDREN BY LUKE OSTEEN

Derek Taylor, Janice Raby, Jim Kneisley, Cindy Henderson, Stephanie McCall, and Chris Baldwin, with members of Highlands School’s Fifth Grade Class.

A local group won’t take “No” for an answer when it comes to supporting Highlands School and its teachers and students.

ighlands School stretches from Kindergarten through Grade 12. Providing quality education to such a diverse student body, especially in this age of stretched-to-the-breaking-point budgets, is especially tricky in a mounta,in community with a year-round population of just under a thousand. Added to the challenge is the fact that 41 percent of Highlands School students live at or below the poverty line. Fortunately for the school and its students and their parents, a local group has decided to do address these issues. So committed is this group that it’s announced a fundraising goal that, at first glance, seems wildly ambitious, just this side of impossible. Advance Highlands Education Committee is a grassroots organization that’s pledged to raise $2.8 million to improve the infrastructure of Highlands School and meet the needs of teachers in the classroom. On a practical level, that means immediate upgrades to outdated technology, capital improvements to the Media Center and an endowment to support the

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long-term educational needs at Highlands School. If AHEC’s members have any doubts about raising those kinds of funds, they sure don’t let on. “I believe in the kids of our community and Highlands School,” says Derek Taylor. “For some of them, our little school will be the only opportunity they have for a better life. Let’s make it the best school in the state.” The group is working alongside teachers and the administration to identify specific needs. So far, they’ve identified the need to expand the school’s library. Already they’ve acquired a $200,000 donation to help accomplish that. “It’s my hope that in the coming years with AHEC to provide access to an amazing library with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Maker Carts, comfortable and appealing learning spaces, all the books anyone could ever want to read or study on any subject they choose – digitally or hardbound,” says AHEC’s Melissa Delany. “I want students to have access to technol-

ogy like Google Glasses, Smartboards, 3-D printing, and online courses and to expand continuing education to our teachers so that they can continue to learn, and bring back knowledge, new techniques and enthusiasm to our Highlands School students.” Answering the call at the start were Art and Angela Williams, whose gift of $50,000 allowed AHEC to buy iPads for students in kindergarten through fourth grades. James Kneisley, the grandfather of a fifth grader, became enthused about the possibilities and made a donation matched by AHEC that bought iPads for the fifth-graders as well. AHEC plans to acquire further funds to ensure that iPads are provided for students through the eighth grade. Obviously, these are ambitious goals, yet AHEC members are enthusiastic in their belief that Highlanders will open up their hearts and their checkbooks for the students. If you’d like to help, make checks payable to “Advance Highlands Education Committee” and send them to PO Box 2095, Highlands, NC 28741.

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YOU WILL MAKE THE DIFFERENCE BY DANIELLE HERNANDEZ-JUAREZ | BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS

Big Brothers Big Sisters needs active volunteers to support its troupe of active children.

ig Brothers Big Sisters is a nonprofit United Way agency that specializes in supporting children who face adversity in local communities by matching each child with an individual mentor. Through events such as the upcoming Fifth Annual Croquet Tournament at the Country Club of Sapphire Valley, the Cashiers chapter is able to provide children with one-on-one mentorships and opportunities they may not experience otherwise, such as attending summer camps and support in special circumstances. Last year, we sent eight children to overnight camp for the week. Their experience will be remembered for a lifetime. The Cashiers Chapter is holding its Fifth Annual Croquet Tournament at the Country Club of Sapphire Valley on June 11. This yearly fundraiser has become increasingly popular over the years and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cashiers is thankful for the incred-

ible community support! There are many ways one can participate – play in the croquet tournament, attend the tournament luncheon, make a donation to help our local children or become a mentor! Big Brothers Big Sisters is looking for active, engaging one-on-one mentors (Bigs) for children (Littles) enrolling and currently in the program. Are you that person? We would love to speak with you more about your interests and how you are able to help children reach their hopes and dreams! Your time can be either school base (about one hour a week) or community base (two to three hours per week). You really can make a difference. For more information about how to become a mentor, enroll a child, to register for upcoming community events, or to sign up for the croquet tournament, please visit bbbswnc.org/ (click on Events for the tournament).

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Mary Adair Trumbly

CHAMBER GRANTS FOR THE ARTS BY DONNA RHODES

The Highlands Chamber of Commerce is nurturing the resurgence of the local artists’ community.

ighlands is known for its visual beauty. Mother Nature is an outdoor art show open 24/7/365. Every moment boasts a new exhibition. Complementing the natural beauty of the Plateau is the work of fine local artists and craftspersons. The region has always been a haven for painting, pottery, jewelry, fiber-art, weaving, sculpture, folk art, and much more. But like all endeavors, creating beauty has its challenges. Mother Nature’s nemesis is weather. An artist’s is the economy. In the golden years, Highlands and Cashiers had a host of fine art and craft galleries. Then the recession hit. While the performing arts have recovered, visual arts are still struggling, though the energy and support of The Bascom is helping turn that around. Their Pop-up Art Program is absolute genius! In the meantime, what can we do to support what should be one of our strongest visitor attractions?

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Mary Adair Trumbly, Executive Director of the Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center and chair of the Highlands Chamber of Commerce Advertising Grant Committee says, “Let’s breathe life back into the quality fine art that put us on the map. Go to Smitten or attend a Bascom Popup and buy something that brings you joy. Then just display it. It’s like anything else in your home. You bought it because you loved it. There is beauty and continuity in what you buy, because it reflects who you are. And isn’t that what art is? Beauty that connects you to your soul?” Thanks to Mary Adair and her committee, the Chamber is infusing the arts with grant money. Executive Director Bob Kieltyka says, “So far in the current fiscal year, the Chamber has approved a total of $18,50 0 in grants to support the arts in Highlands. The grants are specifically for advertising to promote

programs that will attract visitors to Highlands from at least 50 miles away and beyond. The advertising grant program is open to all non-profit organizations in Highlands and is not limited exclusively to the arts. The list below and the $18,50 0 represent grants to arts & culture only. Grant applications are accepted twice a year – in January/February and again in June/July.” This year’s award recipients in the arts are: Highlands Playhouse – the 2019 summer season Highlands Cashiers Chamber Music Festival – 38th Festival Season Martin-Lipscomb Performing Arts Center – the 2019 season The Rotary Club Mountaintop – The 2019 Village Arts & Craft Shows in June and August Take advantage of the Chamber’s Grants Program. Call for more information, (828) 526-2112.

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#TRASHTAG MOVEMENT BY STEPHANIE EDWARDS | CASHIERS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Keeping the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau pristine requires cooperation between the twin communities.

oinciding with Earth Day, the Cashiers Area Chamber teamed up with the Highlands Chamber of Commerce and community volunteer David Young on an annual “deep clean” of the shoulders along US Highway 64 West. Young and his hardworking crew provided the muscle to pick up trash above and below the guardrails on the scenic byway and the chambers underwrote the effort. See the Cashiers Area Chamber Instagram photos of the impressive haul under the trending #trashtag identification. The Plateau’s pristine natural environment is one of the area’s most valuable resources and the source of destination appeal to residents and visitors alike. Irresponsible littering by individuals and trash flying from uncovered truck and trailer beds destroy the beauty and cleanliness of the main thor-

oughfare between southern Jackson to Macon Counties. The Cashiers Area Chamber urges everyone to do their part in stemming litter on local highways and back roads with their public awareness campaign to “Keep it Clean, Keep it Green.” More than a ton (2,200 pounds total) of litter was collected on Sunday mornings during April as part of the Plateau’s community cleanup. Ninety-four bags were filled by Young’s team and accepted at no charge by the Jackson County Public Works Department’s Staffed Recycling Center. Large North Carolina Department of Transportation “Litter Pickup in Progress” signage was erected to alert drivers to the roadside activity. The distinctive NCDOT orange plastic trash bags which were used are available to other groups interested in helping with clean up. Visit the Cashiers Area Chamber

at 202 US Highway 64 est, just west of the Crossroads for free bags and safety vests. Interestingly, the popular #trashtag campaign was started in Western North Carolina in 2015 by Steven Heinhold, of Sylva. Inspired by his own love of the mountains, he pitched the idea to outdoor equipment retailer UCO Gear, which then launched a movement on social media. Earlier this year, a marketing educator from Arizona issued a Facebook challenge encouraging users to post photos of trash pickup up and other environmental maintenance. “Since then #trashtag and #trashtagchallenge have blown up on social media and earned notice from major outlets including Forbes, The Washington Post, British Broadcasting Company and even The India Express, half a world away,” according to Smoky Mountain News of Waynesville..

MAGNOLIA CONCIERGE SERVICES BY LUKE OSTEEN

Luxuriate in a life predicated upon reliable concierge treatment.

hen you examine the list of services provided by Magnolia Concierge Services, well, it’s pretty daunting. They range from the large-scale – home renovation coordination, property maintenance and landscaping supervision, home organization projects, and winterization chores; to the everyday – mail management, pick up and delivery for car repairs, and settling-in services for clients and their houseguests; all the way to the deeply personal – grocery shopping and prescription pickups, gift shopping and selecting the perfect presents for special occasions, and handling returns and exchanges. Talk about being pampered – think of arriving home for the season and having the refrigerator and pantry filled and the bar stocked, with flowers strategically placed throughout. That’s not quintessence of concierge living. And consider how it’d simplify your life to have someone on call to make airport

gains that can be found runs for yourself or your throughout the area, and loved ones. the comfort that comes It’s a vast portfolio, but from knowing you are enit works because Magjoying the best that life on nolia Concierge Serthe Plateau can offer. vices is the brainchild of Janet Sanchez. “Whether by the hour, A natural problem solvthe month, or the event, er, Janet brings 16 years let us help restore the of experience to managbalance to your life,” says ing properties and bringMs. Sanchez. “Our sering a comforting meavices are tailored to meet sure of organization into your needs. The charges hectic lives. for services are depenThat’s coupled with her dent upon the scope of Insider’s Understanding of your requests.” life on the Highlands-CaOf course, the hallmark of shiers Plateau. She’s been Magnolia Concierge Sera part of the community vices is personalized atJanet Sanchez for over 40 years. That tention, so set an appointgives her profound insight ment to meet with Janet into the tradespeople and – call (561) 613-1496, or services that can be relied upon, the baremail magnoliatree1964@gmail.com

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Teri Nguyen

LOOK GOOD, FEEL GOOD BY ASHLEY STEWART | PHOTO BY SARAH FIELDING

A bit of pampering for your hands and feet is the recipe for improved physical and emotional health.

hen you look good, you feel good. Of course, true happiness comes from within, but there’s no denying the value of a confidence boost from a manicure or pedicure. Besides the increase in self-esteem, there are physical benefits from getting your hands and feet pampered. It’s a great way to destress and get a mini massage. The massage also helps improve circulation and joint mobility. Teri Nguyen, owner of the newly opened Teri’s Nails in Cashiers, understands the full body benefits of caring for your hands and feet. For 27 years, Teri has been helping men and women look and feel their best. She moved to the Plateau in 2004 from Atlanta, and opened a salon in Highlands. For two

years, she operated her business while she raised her children, until she ultimately sold it and moved to Cashiers. For more than a decade, she worked at MC Nails. Several years ago, Teri suffered a traumatic accident. After a long, hard year, she made a miraculous recovery. With the love and support of her family, Teri learned to walk again and slowly began getting out and working again. “If I can survive that, I can do anything,” she says. Back on her feet, Teri wanted to branch out and work on her own again. After seeing the open location in Slab Town Plaza, she decided to open her own salon. For her, it’s not just about making your nails look pretty.

“Your feet are very important,” she says, “I want to help people with their problems.” In addition to the classic pedicure, Teri also offers a Paraffin Wax Treatment, Salt Flower Spa, Hot Stone and Volcano Spa Pedicure Treatments. Each of these luxury options have their own health benefits. I can personally attest to the wonderful Salt Flower Spa treatment. With salt water and dried flowers, it’s just as relaxing and fragrant as it sounds. Teri also offers a full line of manicure, powder and gel nail services, in addition to waxing services and eyelash extensions. Teri’s Nails is open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 A.M. through 7:00 P.M. Call (828) 8299898 to make an appointment.

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BETH TOWNSEND Owner / Broker

LIZ HARRIS Owner / Broker

COLEEN GOTTLOEB Broker-In-Charge

MERRY SOELLNER Broker Associate

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KEVEN HAWKINS Broker Associate

STEVE HODGE President

ANN McKEE AUSTIN Owner / Broker

SANDY & JOHN BARROW Sales & Listing Team / Broker Associates

PHILIP BRADLEY Broker Associate

WAYNE MONDAY Broker Associate

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Cashiers/Highlands finest estate opportunity minutes from Mountaintop Golf Club, Old Edwards Club, Cashiers and Highlands. Centrally located between Cashiers and Highlands in beautiful western North Carolina, Yellow Mountain Preserve boasts the highest elevation on the Cashiers-Highlands Plateau at 5,100 ft and is a true legacy property. The 150 acre estate has roads and utilities in place for a low density estate development or can be enjoyed as a single family or shared family estate. The estate adjoins 12,000 acres of the Nantahala National Forest. A 26-acre gentleman’s farm site sits at 4600 feet and provides a peaceful 360 degree view of the surrounding mountains. The 360 degree stunning panoramic views from there include Cashiers Valley, Whiteside Mountain, Lake Glenville, and Sapphire Valley. All the views and natural surroundings combined with electronic access through a stoned entry, a paved road, high speed internet access and full cell phone coverage makes Yellow Mountain Preserve an exceptional and unique piece of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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MILIMA RANCH

MLS# 8 9 678

$ 4 , 9 0 0,0 0 0

Located in Western North Carolina, 25 min. from Asheville, Milima’s 400 acres of pristine land are surrounded by the Smoky Mountains and Pisgah Forest. There is an 8-mile network of trails for hiking and riding that traverse the land ascending from 3,200-4,200 ft. and offer a nature lover’s paradise with mountain streams, rare plants and a diverse wildlife population. There is a well built road system and underground power and water on 272 acres running to a selection of estate home sites perfect for future sale should the owner wish to do so. There are separate horse riding trails on the gently contoured terrain of the eastern cove. The property is full of fruit trees and acorn-bearing trees, indigenous to the mountains and essential to the welfare of wildlife and mountain songbirds. Milima Ranch is a destination of 4 seasons. The winter offers some exceptional snow days with the landscape transforming into a dramatic canvas that reveals the backbone of the land which is hidden in the growing season. The spring, summer and fall months present an ever-changing canvas of the mountains and the wildflowers are a sight to be seen. Moonshine cabin is a lovely 3BR/3.5BA log home nestles perfectly in a cove by the creek and looks out over the valley towards ranges of beautiful mountains. It features much charm and many luxuries, from the gourmet kitchen, to the sleeping porch overlooking a mountain stream. The great room, features old barn wood, hewn wood beams and poplar bark. There are also several outbuildings including a barn, equipment storage building and camping platforms overlooking the most peaceful views. Another cabin located on the property is also available for purchase separately. This property is truly breathtaking!

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WA D E H A M P T O N G O L F C LU B

$2,9 9 5,0 0 0

This 5BR/7.5BA mountain estate surrounded by mature landscaping offers beautiful golf course views and a luscious setting. The interior is bathed in warm tones of rich pine floors and clear pine vertical paneling. The great room has a vaulted ceiling with massive post and beam trusses and two stone fireplaces, opens onto two porches. Main level offers a spacious master bedroom suite, plus two guest bedroom suites. Lower level family room, two guest bedrooms. MLS# 88820

WA D E H A M P T O N G O L F C LU B

$2,75 0,0 0 0

This magnificent home is located on the 7th tee of the course. The interior is styled with chic clean finishes. The home’s main level features large great room with stone fireplace, chef’s gourmet kitchen, lovely dining room, master bedroom suite and a guest bedroom suite with its own private loft area. Two beautiful guest suites are located on the upper level along with a cozy sitting area. The lower level features a family room with fireplace, wet bar, and two guest bedrooms. MLS# 89318

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WA D E H A M P T O N G O L F C LU B

$2, 3 5 0,0 0 0

This elegant mountain home is full of charm and is located on a quiet culdesac. Excellent views of the club’s 13th golf hole and a peak at Whiteside Mountain. Beautiful great room featuring dry stacked stone fireplace, reclaimed-timber beams and a wall of French doors that access the covered porch. Master bedroom suite on main level with spacious classic appointments, and three beautiful guest suites upstairs. A two-car carport and lovely perennial low maintenance landscaping complete this beautiful home. MLS# 89445

WA D E H A M P T O N G O L F C LU B

$2, 2 5 0,0 0 0

Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this home nestled in the woods offers ultimate privacy and peace. A beautiful covered bridge leads to the front door of this 4BR/4.5BA home with spacious great room, stone fireplaces, and beautiful screened porch overlooking gorgeous views of Wade Hampton’s golf course and the mountains beyond. MLS# 89365

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BALD ROCK

$1,5 0 0,0 0 0

A handsome Equestrian estate with 3BR/3.5BA mountain rustic home on 6.55 acres over-looking the Blue Ridge Mountains. 3-Stall custom, top-ofthe-line barn with pastures and arena make this an equestrian lover’s paradise. MLS# 86905

ARROWHE AD

$ 8 9 9,0 0 0

This brand new 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath cottage, with bonus room upstairs, and a 1-car garage offers all the Arrowhead charm and much more! Nestled in a private corner of the community on Fowler Creek, the home offers a fun setting the whole family can enjoy. MLS# 89342

C E DA R H I L L

$ 8 9 9,0 0 0

Handsome mountain home offering a lovely view and plenty of room. Located just minutes from the center of Cashiers and the amenities of Sapphire Valley. Offering 5BR/3.5BA, family room on lower level and a bonus/play room upstairs. A must see! MLS# 89496

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HIGH HAMP TON

$ 8 49,0 0 0

Charming home in Heaton Forest of High Hampton! Three bedrooms on the main level. From the large screened porch, dining room, and living room you see Chimney Top Mountain and golf course views. Two large fireplaces–living room and screened porch. MLS# 89215

WA D E H A M P T O N G O L F C LU B

$ 6 9 9,0 0 0

Cozy cottage with three bedrooms on the main level. Features great room with vaulted ceilings, wood flooring and stone fireplace. Open kitchen with breakfast bar, open deck. Large family room and bunk area downstairs. MLS# 89539

WA N D E R I N G R I D G E

$ 4 49,0 0 0

This cute cottage in Cedar Creek Club is just a short walk to the lake and clubhouse! Great short range mountain views and frontage on the Horsepasture river. Master on main level. Spacious open kitchen and dining area. MLS# 87934

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C H AT T O O G A C LU B

$1, 3 9 9,0 0 0

This elegant cottage offers laid back elegance and a luxurious yet relaxed ambiance. The classic floor plan is designed for entertaining, with open living and dining floor plan, plenty of natural light and spacious outdoor living on the porch and the large gentle yard surrounding the home. Enjoy a glass of wine, cozy up by the fireplace and enjoy the beautiful view of Chimneytop Mountain on the inviting covered porch. The master suite on the main level offers his and hers bathrooms and bright natural light from large windows. Guests will be quite comfortable in the three well-appointed bedrooms and baths upstairs. A large family room on the lower level, with yet another cozy stone fireplace opens out to a pretty patio area and adjoining landscaped garden and yard. Enjoy the many community amenities in Chattooga Club. MLS# 90646

LOT S & LAN D Excellent 2.5 acre view lot on Greenfield drive in Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club. Walking distance to the clubhouse, driving range, tennis courts, pool, first tee box, and more! Located at an elevation of 4,000 feet in the Blue Ridge Mountains, between the historic mountain towns of Highlands and Cashiers, Mountaintop offers a private mountain retreat of 251 estate lots. Mountaintop offers all the luxuries of a modern, private mountain club, including a spectacular Tom Fazio-designed golf course, a world-class spa, lifestyle concierge assistance and a Private Lake Club offering boating and other water recreation at nearby Lake Glenville. MLS# 88606 / $1,500,000 This exceptional estate lot is located in Mountaintop Golf and Lake Club and offers panoramic views of Yellow Mountain and the Blue Ridge Parkway. One of the only big view lots currently available in Mountaintop with a nice building site and 1.85 acres of privacy!

One of the best view lots in Mountaintop! Beautiful, large, level 1+ acre building site convenient to the entrance of phase II. New amenities in phase II include croquet lawn, event facility, event lawn, pickle ball, gardens and fire pit ring, play area, dog park, trails.

MLS# 89580 / $725,000

MLS# 89860 / $699,000

One of the finest private estate lots in Wade Hampton with exceptional mountain views of Whiteside and Sheepcliff Mountains. Gentle 1.79 acre building site well suited for a long private driveway. Convenient to back entrance of Wade Hampton. MLS# 90108 / $500,000

Gentle estate lots in Mountaintop Golf and Lake Club. Great mountain views possible and an opportunity to combine lots 103 and 104 for a large private 1.3 acre estate lot.

Great 2+ acre lot in prestigious Mountaintop. Within walking distance to the newly added activity center and short golf cart ride to the clubhouse! Build your dream home in this fabulous development!

Near level lot in Wade Hampton Golf Club! This lot is about 0.79 acres and located on Indian Pipe Road. Great spot to build your dream home with a view! MLS# 87700 / $200,000

MLS# 90107 & 90106 / $475,000 & $395,000

MLS# 89676 / $265,000

This wooded 0.72 acre lot inside the gates of the award-winning Wade Hampton Golf Club is conveniently located near the clubhouse and pro shop. MLS# 90109 / $125,000

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This is a great 0.74 acre wooded lot to build your dream mountain home in Wade Hampton Golf Club. Call today to see this beautiful golf community. MLS# 88642 / $95,000

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L A K E V I E W C O T TAG E

B R I G H T M O U N TA I N

$ 49 5,0 0 0

$ 32 9,0 0 0

Extraordinary lake view home with one of the best year round views of Lake Glenville. Perched on a manageable, low maintenance, mostly wooded lot, this 3BR/3BA, large bonus room home is perfect for a mountain vacation get away or for full time mountain living. Newly furnished with a designer’s touch (furnishings are negotiable).

Much care was invested in making this 2BR/2BA Bright Mountain home enjoyable to everyone who visits. Upon your approach, a view of Lake Glenville peeks through the canopy of the mostly wooded lot, conveying the sense of peace and tranquility. Beautifully appointed kitchen, wood-burning stone fireplace, and spacious porch.

MLS# 89821

MLS# 90501

BIG LAKE VIEWS

$18 9,0 0 0

THE VIEW! Second to none in and around the Cashiers area. This is a postcard view that is year round! This quiet and gated community is 1215 minutes to downtown Cashiers. The 1.58 acre lot begs for a dream mountain home to be built on what seems like the top of the world. MLS# 90462

BRIGHT MOUNTAIN

B R I G H T M O U N TA I N

$ 3 49,0 0 0

The majestic view of Lake Glenville from the back porch of this home is captivating. Inside the home has well aged knotty pine on the walls and wooden floors throughout. Two wood burning fireplaces are back to back in the main house. The gardens and manicured landscape of this property show years of maturity and care. The garage, just steps from the main house, has extra living space. MLS# 90681

PHILIP BRADLEY 843.224.5592 (c) philip@cashiers.com

$ 8 5,0 0 0

Beautiful 0.76 acre lot on top of Bright Mountain overlooking a picturesque mountain view. A partially cleared and manicured lot with just enough woods to preserve your privacy. This is a perfect location to build your dream mountain home. Access to two shared wells. MLS# 90314

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LU X U RY E S TAT E

$2,5 0 0,0 0 0

Located in the heart of Sapphire Valley, you’ll find this unusual opportunity to own considerable acreage (46.22 acres) with a main home and guest home perfectly sited to enjoy privacy, quiet, ponds, waterfalls, streams and mountain views! Both homes have quality finishes that will not disappoint, and the location allows for convenient access to all areas of our plateau. MLS# 90179

HIGH HEMLOCK

$ 875,0 0 0 0

Charming cape cod style home boasting high elevation, trout pond frontage and year round mountain views to be enjoyed from spacious decks and screened porch. Family-sized living room with stone fireplace and cathedral ceilings, library with fireplace. MLS# 86728

FA B U L O U S V I E W S

$ 6 9 9,0 0 0

Outstanding views available year round from this well-built mountain home. Open floor plan living, dining and kitchen keep everyone having fun at the party. Large master suite provides plenty of clothing storage, gas fireplace and the fabulous view. MLS# 89049

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E N G L I S H C O T TAG E

$ 4 5 0,0 0 0 0

AC O R N C O T TAG E

$ 6 2 5,0 0 0

In-town, English-inspired Cottage boasts gorgeous gardens, exceptional views of Big Sheepcliff, and charming, all on one level living. Open plan kitchen/living room w/ fireplace and wet bar. Dining room/den features a wall of windows Great for entertaining. MLS# 90572

Charles Faudree’s Acorn Cottage, on the market and better than ever! This enchanting cottage has many updated features: antique beams, all new kitchen with raised ceiling, new casement windows showcasing Faudree’s own line of fabrics. A mighty oak in an acorn package! MLS# 90631

VIEW HOME

VIEW FOR MILES

$ 49 9,0 0 0

This well-built home is newer construction, and just perfect for year round or vacation living. Lots of storage for all your treasures, and plenty of room to spread out and relax. Open floor plan and split bedrooms for master privacy, all one level! Very pretty mountain view, too! MLS# 89967

Amazing, long-range panoramic mountain views are available from this very well-maintained home in Bee Tree Ridge. Comfortable and charming, the home boasts 7 acres, end-of-cul-de-sac privacy and terrific outdoor spaces. MLS# 90386

CA B I N W I T H A V I E W !

SOOTHING WATER VIE WS

$ 4 07,518

Inviting newer construction home exhibits rustic appeal, convenient location and a mountain view! Septic is permitted for 2BR, but there’s abundance of sleeping space. Floor to ceiling stone gas log fireplace. Kitchen has stainless appliances and custom cabinetry. MLS# 89102

MERRY SOELLNER, CLHMS™ / GUILD™

828.399.1580 (c) merry@cashiers.com

$ 370,0 0 0

Sweet cottage enjoys views of Lake Lupton and you’ll be able to walk to the newly renovated club. Pretty wood interiors and spacious decks. Live on one level, with guest accommodations on the upper floor. Additional office and bath over the carport. MLS# 89998

H O L LY F O R E S T

L AU R E L FA L L S

$2 3 0,0 0 0

Sweet, all-on-one-level living! This 3BR/2BA cottage is perfect for a week or a lifetime. Cozy up to the stone fireplace during cool spells. Split floor plan affords privacy for the master. Deck space runs the length of the home on the back, partially screened. Includes the Sapphire Valley Resort Amenities. MLS# 90201

$ 2 2 2,5 0 0

This sturdy log house is a sweet cabin getaway! Peaceful, private and low maintenance, too! Located in gated Laurel Falls in Glenville, you’ll be near Panthertown Valley for hiking and other outdoor activities. Large stone fireplace in the living room will take the chill off on cool evenings. Terrific workshop or storage building... all on 4+ acres. MLS# 90154

MERRY SOELLNER, CLHMS,™ GUILD™ / 828.399.1580 (c) / merry@cashiers.com

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L ANCE WOOD

$39 0,0 0 0

Vintage 1950’s farm house cottage with a spacious living room with high ceilings, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen and walk-in butler pantry. The main house has 2 bedrooms and the detached garage boasts a guest house style studio apartment on the second floor. Seasonal views of Sheep Cliff and Lance’s Lake. MLS# 87793

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Y E L L O W M O U N TA I N

$ 3 6 9,0 0 0

Weekend getaway or a full-time home! This 2BR/2BA cottage sits on 11.87 acres of gently rolling partially cleared land. The cottage has custom built-in cabinets, wood floors, pickwick pine paneling walls and wainscot, a stone fireplace and covered porches. Charming barn and detached garage with additional bedroom /bath. MLS# 89472

KEVEN HAWKINS 917.209.0679 (c) keven@cashiers.com

WA D E H A M P T O N

$ 2,5 8 9,0 0 0

This magnificent estate-size 5BR/5BA home sits on 8+ beautiful acres with a spectacular mountain view! Elegant great room with floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, bright kitchen and breakfast nook. Covered porch with fireplace. Two-story guesthouse a short distance away. MLS# 88678

SPRING FOREST

$1,19 5,0 0 0

HIGHLANDS CC

$79 9,5 0 0

Beautiful 4BR/4BA home on 3.14 acres has a gorgeous great room with a huge stone, wood-burning fireplace, a charming den with a gaslog fireplace and built-ins galore. Enjoy a 180 degree mountain view from the screened porch with fireplace! MLS# 87799

Totally updated 3BR/3BA home provides a fabulous open floor plan. Stone fireplace, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, and covered porch overlooking forest & fauna. Circular front driveway with connected 2-car garage. Beautiful native plantings abound. MLS# 89491

T R I L L I U M L I N KS

MOUNT LORI

$ 42 0,0 0 0 FURNISHED

Spacious two-story 3BR/3.5BA home just a golf cart ride away from all the amenities. Wraparound decks overlooking 14th fairway. Lovely great room with cathedral ceilings. Nearly new golf cart and Trillium membership initiation fee included. MLS# 89992

SANDY BARROW 478.737.9664 (c) JOHN BARROW 828.506.9356 (c) 619 Highway 107 S / 828.743.3411 (o)

$ 3 9 5,0 0 0

Charming 3 bedroom home with covered porches and decks abounding! A lovely 1 bedroom guest house including wood working shop and multi-purpose room is attached by a walkway. Awesome location, just minutes from downtown Highlands. MLS# 87194

GOOSE POINTE MLS# 90453 / $7,850,000 This superb lakefront estate is by far the finest property available on Lake Glenville, and is for the discriminating buyer who is seeking an active yet peaceful lakefront lifestyle, privacy, and exquisite home construction and detailing. Main house built in 2011; 5 luxurious bedroom-bath suites, two half baths. Master on main; the guest rooms are upstairs and accessible by elevator or two stairways. Bright chef’s kitchen has stainless appliances and grand work spaces. The kitchen windows view beautiful sunsets, the long sloping lawn and activity on the private dock. In addition to the great room, a favorite for gathering is the sun room with stone floors, fireplace and a wall of windows overlooking the outdoor terrace with pizza oven, fire pit and super views of the lake. Other key attributes: Golf simulator building, the sculptor’s studio with greenhouse and chicken coop. The outbuildings were built in 2015 and match the style and fine detailing of the main house. 1000 KW generator, circular driveway with pavers, private well, glorious landscaping. The property is being offered furnished including golf cart and pontoon boat.

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canning through one of those ubiquitous, glossy real estate guides can cause dizzying effects when all you see is agency after agency jockeying for your attention with hundreds, possibly thousands, of residential properties for sale. For you the homebuyer, the challenge is to find the ideal home among so many choices that fit your lifestyle. For you the seller, you want to make your home stand out in the sea of competition and of course get top dollar for the eventual sale. What was once the path to sell a home—listing with an agent, putting up a “For Sale” sign, getting on the MLS, and listing your home in a real estate guide—is no longer the optimal strategy. In today’s competitive marketplace, it takes two things to sell your home: 1) finding an agency that has a proven track record and is a trustworthy expert in the field and 2) finding an agency that uses advanced marketing practices to attract buyers across the country to your listing, giving you the best opportunity to sell your home.

Elevating the Bar Your home only gets one chance to make a great first impression, and you need a brokerage agency that can accomplish this. written by KRISTIN BOWEN

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the Country by International Property Awards. This is no small feat considering there are over 86,000 agencies in the U.S. according to a 2012 census. Their website is not only enticingly beautiful but smart, too. Adding 3D, or three dimensional, digital home tours to their site, it is now an influential marketing tool that goes far beyond other brokerage agency sites in this area. 3D virtual reality offers a high-performance and convenient online platform for buyers and sellers to view the inside of a home and digital floor plans, empowering them to navigate homes from the comfort of their own living room or while traveling, make immediate inquiries, and quickly share content with friends, family, and designers.

Welcome to the age of digital marketing On the Cashiers-Highlands Plateau here in Western North Carolina, there is one real estate agency that stands apart from its competition, a name recognized nationally and internationally since 2008, Silver Creek Real Estate Group.

tigious Luxury Portfolio International and respected member of the Leading Real Estate Companies of The World, Silver Creek, with its staff of ten brokers and a highly skilled marketing team, has a solid reputation that checks all of the important boxes: name brand recognition, integrity, broad network, track record,

Silver Creek believes in their motto, “building relationships and delivering dreams.” Winning awards and topping the performance charts in home sales in this predominantly second home market, Silver Creek believes in “building relationships and delivering dreams.” Part of the pres-

level of service, quick response time, and powerfully effective marketing tools. Silver Creek recently won the coveted award for Best Real Estate Website in

In addition, with the growth of shopping for homes via smartphones, websites like Silver Creek’s must be mobile-friendly. “Our website, which now showcases our listings using aerial drone footage, high-quality photography, and interior video has significantly ramped up our online presence by 17.25% in six months,” says Zena Lynch, Silver Creek’s Marketing Director. Further marketing with their own lifestyle magazine NC Living, printed collateral, newsletters, and targeted print advertising in local, regional, and national magazines such as The Laurel, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, Architectural Digest, and Vanity Fair, Silver Creek corners the buying market. “I do believe that name recognition of a broker organization is extremely important,” says happy Silver Creek client Jim Philip. “Repeatedly we see the name Silver Creek Real Estate Group on all kinds of platforms … social media, digital, print.” Lynch concurs by saying that SILVER CREEK REAL ESTATE GROUP

ABOUT SILVER CREEK website with video and knowing that listings with high-quality video receive 4 times more inquiries, we can not afford to miss exposing our clients’ homes to buyers from around the world.” Speaking of around the world, their membership with Leading Real Estate Companies of the World connects their clients’ properties with real estate professionals in 70 countries across 6 continents. “You never know who might be looking to relocate to the area or buy a second home,” says Lynch. Happy Clients

no other local brokerage has their level of name recognition and overwhelming presence on all digital, social, and print channels. “We know people don’t just buy property, they buy lifestyles. Silver Creek creates an emotionally savvy digital landscape to peak buyer curiosity using three mediums of striking visual promotion– world-class photography to spark interest, vibrant video to capture the mood and feel of the property, and 3D virtual home tours to fully engage the buyer.” Staggering Statistics > The National Association of Realtors claims 42% of recent buyers looked online at properties for sale as their first step in the home buying process. > Statistics show 3D virtual walkthroughs produce 95% more phone inquiSILVER CREEK REAL ESTATE GROUP

ries and 49% more qualified leads. > Viewers retain 95% of a message when they watch it in a video compared to 10% when reading it in print. > Homes with aerial footage sold 68 percent faster than homes with standard images. According to Lynch, “Decorators love being able to use our digital floor plans to map out furniture, and clients who are unable to travel to the Plateau frequently can view a home instantly using our 3D 'walk-throughs.' After seeing a property in person, clients also find it extremely helpful to later look at our videos to refresh their memories.” Tracking buyer research closely, Lynch cites recent statistics, “With the average user spending 88% more time on a

A visit to Silver Creek’s client testimonials page on NCliving.com exhibits rave reviews about their unparalleled service, amazing brokers, speedy turnaround time, high-tech marketing capabilities, and the ability to get the job done expeditiously. Because of Silver Creek’s adept team of photographers using HDR photography, enrichments to the property’s images can easily be made, like adding fires to fireplaces and enhancing the views out the window. Their talents along with the brokers exceed expectations and are key to getting the home listed and sold quickly. “Experience had told me that only a firm truly committed to the total process, each piece, would be the correct partner to sell our higher priced home,” says Silver Creek client Andrew Angle. “Silver Creek’s marketing package is by far the ‘best in class’ on the plateau” … as well as “their attention to detail on all other aspects of the process. We made the correct choice in hiring them.” Why wouldn’t you call Silver Creek Real Estate Group to sell your home or buy your next one? •

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Wade Wade Hampton Hampton Golf Golf Club Club $3,995,000 $3,995,000

Offered for the first time, this elegant sanctuary designed by Tim Greene sits high in the Blue Ridge Mountains inside the premier golf club of Wade Hampton. A serene setting along with the highest quality materials, fine craftsmanship and thoughtful architectural details make it an exceptional find. Exuding a warm and inviting ambience, the main house boasts generous living space, gorgeous mountain views, and seven stacked stone fireplaces. Opening out to a private porch with soothing mountain vistas, the expansive master suite includes two fireplaces, a spalike master bath, and an adjacent private sitting room. MLS# 87969.

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Featured in Garden & Gun and Southern Accents magazines, Woodland Cottage was decorated by ac-

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claimed designer Kathleen Rivers. The home was assembled from reclaimed nineteenth-century log

$3,400,000

mountains. With its patina of over 150 years of weathering, the log home feels as if it was passed down

buildings from Tennessee and Kentucky and sited on nearly an acre overlooking Chimney Top and Rock through many generations. With all the sophisticated charm of a British hunting lodge, there are historic details everywhere you look, such as dovetail notches and hash marks created by the broadaxes of Appalachian pioneers. The sumptuous great hall offers 30-foot ceilings and an imposing fireplace crafted by third-generation stonemason. MLS# 89972.

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The Chattooga Club

$3,250,000

Skylark is a charming lakefront home with a two-car garage in the exclusive gated community of The Chattooga Club. Located on a serene, private street, this well-maintained home exudes elegant yet relaxed Southern style with heart pine floors, reclaimed timbers, and hand-hewn beams. Perfect for quick getaways or hosting family and friends, the comfortable floor plan features a roomy master bedroom with his and her baths on the main floor, as well as two roomy bedrooms, two baths, and an office area with a wet bar. A wonderful covered living porch overlooks Lake Chattooga, and three wood-burning fireplaces add to the welcoming feel. MLS# 90238.

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Big Sheepcliff $3,000,000

With exceptional architectural details and luxury finishes throughout, this elegant and inviting home is a must-see for those with discriminating taste and an appreciation for quality. Centrally located just minutes from the Cashiers Crossroads in the beautiful and private gated community of Big Sheepcliff, Aerie Manor was featured in Veranda magazine as one of the most astounding properties in the Western North Carolina mountains. Offered fully furnished, Aerie Manor is ready for its next owners to begin enjoying mountain living immediately. MLS# 89155.

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The Chattooga Club

$2,595,000

Offered for the first time, this warm and inviting home offers majestic views of Whiteside Mountain from every room. Entertaining family and friends is a joy in the beautiful great room with wet bar, formal dining space, gourmet kitchen with large center island and breakfast bar, and an expansive porch with its own cozy fireplace and hot tub. Perfect for casual entertaining and hosting guests, the spacious two-story floor plan features two bedrooms on the main floor with his and her bathrooms, while the lower level includes two bedrooms, two baths, a sitting room with fireplace, and another covered deck. Kids and pets will love the fenced-in yard and garden area. MLS# 90349.

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Zachary’s Gap $2,390,000

On five acres in the idyllic mountaintop community of Zachary’s Gap, this stunning estate welcomes you with rich wood and stone architectural details. The foyer opens to the living room with a massive stone fireplace, soaring ceilings with strong timber beams and room for a grand piano, and then flows into the elegant dining room with wet bar — an inviting atmosphere for small gatherings or larger festivities. The impressive gourmet kitchen is designed for every level of culinary skill, from the casual cook to the experienced chef. This beautifully finished custom home offers an array of living spaces for privacy, comfort and versatility. MLS# 86270.

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LAKE GLENVILLE

Situated in the gated Lake Club, this stately manor has huge views looking south over Lake Glenville to

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the mountains beyond. This architectural masterpiece features a large chef's kitchen with a breakfast

$2,175,000

roomy covered porch with a wood-burning fireplace. Antique oak floors, custom built-ins, and ship-

bar perfect for relaxed entertaining. The sophisticated living areas flow onto an expansive deck and a lap paneling accent the huge stone fireplaces in the upstairs and downstairs living rooms. Unlike many mountain homes, this home has storage for vehicles, with both a carport and a

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two-level garage. The downstairs garage has plenty of room

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for toys with room remaining for a workshop. MLS# 89659.

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Newly Priced CUSTOM-BUILT HOME WITH PANORAMIC VIEWS

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This custom-built home with 180 degree panoramic views of Lake Glenville and the mountain ranges

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beyond. Spacious master suite on main, with screened sleeping porch. The home features four fireplac-

$2,149,000

the incredible views in every direction. Upstairs, you’ll enjoy views from almost every room-even from

es-two inside and two out, plentiful covered screened deck space and a large open deck below to take in the chef’s kitchen with a small office. Downstairs you’ll enjoy the three guest suites, large second living area, an office with custom built-ins, and a state-of-the-art home theatre. MLS # 90908.

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Old Edwards Club

$2,000,000

Experience true luxury at nearly 4,500 feet with one of the best views the Western North Carolina mountains have to offer. Designed for relaxed entertaining and hosting family and friends in pampered comfort, the expansive floor plan highlights the incredible panoramic vistas from almost every room. The fully furnished home features a magnificent kitchen with all the amenities a chef could desire, looking out to a water feature in one direction and incredible mountain views in the other. The kitchen opens to the dining and a spacious living area which is dressed to impress, with a grand stone fireplace, soaring ceilings and windows, an elegant chandelier and an inviting ambiance that sets the tone for the entire home. MLS# 89129.

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Situated on a beautiful setting backing up to Lake Chattooga with a view of Terrapin Mountain, this

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unique home was designed by Charlotte architect Meyer Greeson Paullin. Clad in poplar bark and

$1,995,000

The main room opens onto a boxwood-edged lawn that runs alongside the picturesque drive. The living

trimmed in red cedar, the casual exterior blends into the woodlands around the site. room, kitchen, and master suite have exposures on both sides of the house, creating a light and airy environment. The living space features painted flat panel and molded paneling, and a coffered ceiling. The owner, an award-winning interior designer, filled the home with fine finishes and beautiful fixtures. On axis with the entry hall, the screened-in porch is surrounded by forest, perfect for enjoying a cocktail or

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glass of lemonade on cool summer nights. MLS# 90704.

ROUND HILL ESTATES $1,849,000 Situated on tranquil Fairfield Lake, Nestledown is truly a masterpiece of architectural, interior, and landscape design. Massive stone walls, columns, and mature landscaping grace the approach. The porte cochère's stonework offers an impressive entry to this elegant estate home with a level of craftsmanship and artistry that is unsurpassed. As the magnificent entry door swings open, your eyes are immediately drawn to the massive stone fireplace which anchors the two-story living room finished in the finest wood paneling. As you enter, you are greeted by views of the lake and the undeveloped mountains beyond. The main level, which includes the master bedroom suite, is brimming with architectural details wherever you look. Additional bedrooms on the upper level also take advantage of the stunning vistas. Nestledown is being offered for the first time since it was carefully constructed over a two-year period. A visit will be required to fully appreciate both the estate and its unique setting. MLS# 88833.

SASSAFRAS RIDGE $1,750,000 The custom home is nestled on the ridge at over 4000' of elevation, offering cool summer temperatures and tons of curb appeal.From the moment you enter the home, the captivating views take your breath away. Impressive beams and a three-tiered antler chandelier add drama to the cathedral ceilings of the living room. The well-appointed chef's kitchen provides a large island and state-of-the-art appliances. A wet bar adjoining the dining room allows guests to serve themselves while dinner is being prepared. There are two bedrooms on the main level and another two upstairs along with the loft. Step directly onto the balcony from the master suite which features a remote controlled gas fireplace through the French doors. The lower level features spacious additional bonus rooms and a lower deck, offering another area for family and guests to gather and take in the jaw-dropping views. A convenient space over the garage could be used as an office or studio with an en-suite bath. Centrally located, Sassafras Ridge offers easy access to the numerous amenities of both Cashiers and Sapphire. MLS# 90407.

HIGHL ANDS $1,750,000 Tranquil and picturesque long range vistas abound from this 22-acre Blue Valley estate in Highlands. Positioned at an elevation of 3,780 feet, the property features excellent privacy and incredible panoramic views of several mountain ranges, with layered ridges that turn a cool, misty blue in the distance. Taking advantage of the beautiful surroundings, the main home offers several inviting outdoor living spaces for entertaining friends and extended family. MLS# 88430.

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CEDAR HILL $1,695,000 Currently under construction, this exciting new home, offering high-end finishes and exceptional layered views of Bald Rock and the mountains beyond, will be completed by August 2019. The custom home with a two-car garage, designed by Mountainworks and built by Lehotsky & Sons Builders, features stunning architectural finishes of stone, wood, zinc, marble, and other fine materials. The exterior is adorned with cedar shake roofing, burnished slate, and extensive stonework. Upon entering the home, the open layout kitchen conjures images of friends and family gathering to enjoy time together over food and a glass of wine from the adjoining wet bar and wine cooler. The imposing stone fireplace is the focal point of the great room, which features a towering cathedral ceiling and offers its own incredible views of Sapphire Valley. MLS# 90816.

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LONESOME VALLEY $1,675,000 No detail was spared in creating this like-new home in the coveted Lonesome Valley community. Situated in a serene setting that overlooks Trout Pond, the property is bordered by creeks on three sides. Nearly flat, the almost two-and-a-half acres are walkable and beckon you to explore every inch. Every room of the home is on one level with a guest apartment over the two-car garage. The light, bright, and open floor plan features a gourmet kitchen that is open to both the living and dining areas with stunning views in both directions. Outside, you'll enjoy sitting on the covered screen porch with wood burning fireplace overlooking Trout Pond. You can cast your line only a few steps away from the porch. MLS# 89884.

BIG RIDGE $1,495,000 Created by acclaimed architectural designer Tim Greene, this beautiful home offers breathtaking views of the Great Balsam Mountains with layers that seem to go on forever. The spacious layout is perfect for hosting friends and family, with the master suite on the main level and three guest suites upstairs. The gourmet kitchen features custom cabinetry, an eat-in area, ample countertops for serving, and premium appliances including a six-burner gas range, dual wall ovens and a warming drawer. MLS# 88488.

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CEDAR HILL $1,449,000 Perched high above the valley in the prestigious community of Cedar Hill, this stunning custom-built timber frame home boasts spectacular long-range mountain views over Sapphire and Cashiers. The two-story great room has impressive timber beams and an abundance of windows and doors that flood the entire room with natural light. The open floor plan offers ample space for entertaining or simply unwinding. MLS# 89323.

HIGHL AND GAP $1,395,000 Located on over six acres in the picturesque Highlands Gap community of Scaly Mountain, this unique custom home offers gorgeous long range mountain views. No expense was spared in the construction or upkeep of this spacious retreat. Features include master bedroom suites on each level, three stacked stone fireplaces and a beautiful chef’s kitchen, along with a large media room, home office and laundry/mud room. The open decking and screened porch with hot tub offer the best in outdoor living. MLS# 90429.

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BIG RIDGE $1,349,000 Situated high atop Big Ridge, this modern farmhouse at app. 4,000' of elevation offers stunning panoramic long range mountain views. Overlooking the 22 acres which includes a pond and expansive lawn areas not typically in the area, this estate property must be seen to fully appreciate. The main level includes the generous living and dining rooms both with stone fireplaces and attractive wood floors. The expansive main bedroom suite with sitting area opens to the porch and magnificent views. MLS# 88192.

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SPRING FOREST $1,275,000 This fantastic home overlooks Sapphire Valley in Spring Forest, a distinctive gated community close to town offering the best of luxury mountain living. Vaulted wood ceilings, a stone fireplace, and expansive windows illuminate the impressive living room, opening to the covered deck with majestic mountain views. Dine al fresco on the deck or in the formal dining room after serving cocktails from the wet bar. The spacious kitchen makes entertaining a pleasure, adjoining a breakfast nook with beautiful views. The main bedroom with a double-sided fireplace (shared with the master bath) completes the main level and opens to the deck. The family room and guest suites on the lower level provide ample room for guests, or for even more privacy, they can enjoy the game room with its own full kitchen over the two-car garage. MLS# 90671. CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999 NCLIVING.COM

GLENVILLE $1,270,000 Let your imagination run wild with this amazing farm located conveniently near the shores of Lake Glenville. The property consists of gently rolling hills, fenced pasture land, and a beautiful pond fed by three different springs. A scenic, meandering drive leads to the top of the property, where you’ll find a large, comfortable log home perfect for kicking up your feet after a long day of playing outside. The home offers incredible seclusion, sitting at almost 4,000’ elevation with wonderful long-range mountain views from both inside and outside the home. The lower level provides private living for in-laws or guests, complete with a separate entrance, its own bedroom, bathroom, living area, laundry room, and even a kitchen. The property is currently being enjoyed as a gentleman's farm and estate, but the fact that there are no restrictions makes its uses limitless. MLS# 90574.

SAPPHIRE $1,250,000 Designed for nature lovers, this home offers a fabulous water feature, a terraced stone patio with a fire pit, and a pavilion suspended high above the valley floor below. On the main level, the master bedroom features two walls of windows and a private covered Trex deck with an en-suite bath which overlooks the breathtaking view towards Whiteside Mountain. The guest bedroom and an office are also located on the main level of the home and offer spectacular views. The family room and an additional bedroom are on the lower level, just a short walk from the gazebo. MLS# 88846.

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THE CHAT TOOGA CLUB $1,195,000 This cozy three bedroom, three bath Tudor-style Club Cottage is full of storybook charm, with enchanting views of Chimney Top and Rock Mountains in a lush setting. Features include poplar bark siding, wood interior walls and ceilings, marble bathrooms and fine finishes throughout. Enjoy the crisp air and beautiful scenery on the screened living porch with its own fireplace and room for dining. Conveniently located just steps away from all Chattooga Club amenities and minutes from downtown Cashiers, this carefree bungalow is the perfect getaway. MLS# 89912.

CEDAR HILL $1,195,000 Located in the very desirable gated community of Cedar Hill on a quiet cul-de-sac, this gorgeous home is offered fully furnished and boasts exceptional long range views of the mountains above Sapphire Valley and the majestic rock face of Lonesome Valley. Cedar Hill is very private yet ideally located just a few minutes from the supermarket, restaurants, retail stores, and country clubs. This meticulously maintained retreat features a grand living room with wood cathedral ceilings and lots of light, a wood-burning stone fireplace, a wet bar and a dramatic wall of glass highlighting the surrounding vistas. Designed for the Plateau lifestyle, the inviting covered porch is perfect for savoring a hot cup of coffee in the morning or gathering friends to have sunset cocktails and dine al fresco. MLS# 90302. CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999 NCLIVING.COM

CONTINENTAL CLIFFS $1,195,000 On the market for the first time, this amazing property in Continental Cliffs is situated on eight-and-a-half acres of serene privacy that will make you feel like you’re in another world-yet you’re only three miles to the center of Cashiers. This is one of the most breathtaking and awe-inspiring views that can be seen anywhere. Perched at a cool elevation of just under 4,000 feet, you’ll feel as if you’re able to reach out and touch the famed Whiteside Mountain in one direction, and with just a tilt of your head, you can see all the way into South Carolina. The home offers one-level living with four bedrooms, an office, and another bonus room. Impeccably maintained, a master suite and a magnificent chef’s kitchen have recently been added and appointed with the latest cooking amenities. If expansion might be in your plans, there are a couple of near-level spots within the acreage to build a guest cottage. MLS# 90416.

SUMMER HILL $1,150,000 This beautiful lake home is mountain lodge elegance at its very finest, and comes with everything for you to start enjoying the good life right away. Located inside the gates of the prestigious Summer Hill community, this property sits at a cool 3,800’ elevation and offers spectacular views looking out over Lake Glenville with the beauty of the Balsam mountains beyond the lake. This home displays the work of a true master craftsman. Eleven different types of wood were used inside the home, and features a beautiful and impressive suspended cherry log staircase down to the lower level. MLS# 86274.

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HICKORY RIDGE $1,100,000 This spacious home on over six acres is located just minutes from Cashiers and offers beautiful Whiteside Mountain views. Soak in the tranquility of the mountains while sitting on the wraparound porch, or take advantage of the central location and enjoy the area's renowned dining, shopping, and golf, all just minutes away. The expansive great room is part of an open floor plan that offers plenty of room for entertaining large groups with a large dining area, hardwood floors, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling fireplace. MLS# 89934.

CEDAR HILL $1,095,000 This premier estate home in prestigious Cedar Hill offers loads of curb appeal, fine finishes, a spacious open floor plan, and year-round mountain views on a private, gently rolling 3.49-acre lot. This fantastic mountain retreat was custom built with great attention to detail and features five oversized bedrooms and bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen, whole home surround sound with exterior speakers, double decks, a screened living porch with wood burning fireplace, an attached two-car carport, and much more. Loaded with mountain charm, this inviting and roomy retreat is sure to have something for everyone! The community of Cedar Hill is an upscale, gated community offering the best of luxury mountain living in the heart of Cashiers. Full Sapphire Valley Resort amenities are available as well. MLS# 90183. CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999 NCLIVING.COM

SUMMER HILL $995,000 Bring your suitcase and toothbrush — this custom-built mountain retreat on Lake Glenville is ready for its new owners to enjoy. Nothing was overlooked in creating this spacious showpiece, including fine woodwork, rustic architectural details and lots of glass for abundant natural light. Take in the grand mountain and lake views from the covered and open decks while relaxing by the cozy outdoor fireplace or cooking dinner on the built-in grill. MLS# 89267.

GLEN POINTE $995,000 Dreaming of a mountain home with an exceptional lake view and plenty of room for family and friends? If so, this spacious Glen Pointe estate fits the bill. Sitting on almost two acres, with five bedrooms and five and a half baths, this elegant residence features a dramatic view looking down Lake Glenville with the mountains beyond. Enjoy the natural beauty from the large covered decks or relax by one of several fireplaces. This home also includes private lake access with a dock and generous parking. MLS# 74152.

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WILDCAT CLIFFS COUNTRY CLUB $974,500 On the market for the first time, this spacious lodge-style home overlooks ponds, mountain ridges, and the Wildcat Cliffs Golf Course's fifteenth hole. Only a short walk from the clubhouse, the light-and-bright home features architectural details of stone and wood. A circular stone driveway leads to beautifully carved double front doors of this multi-level home which has an elevator for easy access to each floor. The floor-to-ceiling windows highlight the gorgeous views and landscaped backyard. Included in the price of the house are all furnishings, the golf cart, and membership in the Lake Glenville Club, upon approval of WCC membership (not included) with no transfer fee. Membership in Wildcat Cliffs Country Club is required. MLS# 90919. REAL ESTATE GROUP

HICKORY RIDGE $939,000 Enjoy panoramic views of Whiteside and Chimneytop Mountains from this spacious four bedroom, four and a half bath home in Hickory Ridge, a picturesque enclave located just minutes from town. Vaulted ceilings and skylights bring in lots of natural light to the open floor plan. The master suite, one guest room and an office are located on the main level. Two additional guest rooms are located on the lower level, along with an indoor pool with glass doors opening onto a stone patio. The covered decks expand the living area and let you enjoy cool summer breezes along with the amazing views. MLS# 89127.

CEDAR HILL $925,000 Amazing view of Lonesome Valley Canyon from this home located in the premier gated community of Cedar Hill, just minutes to Cashiers and Sapphire. From the moment you enter the home the views greet you and invite visitors to relax and enjoy. The living room opens to the covered deck. The main bedroom and one of the guest rooms are on the first level of the home. A family and two additional guest rooms as well as another outside deck can be found on the lower level. Great location and views! MLS# 84371.

CEDAR HILL $925,000 Lots of natural light fills the spacious great room, which includes vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, impressive windows, built-ins, and rich wood floors. A master suite and guest bedroom are on the main level. Don’t be afraid to invite the whole family over, because on the lower level are the family room, a second kitchen, and three additional bedroom suites, as well as a large deck. Spectacular mountain and rock face views and a central location minutes to Cashiers and Sapphire make this a perfect seasonal retreat or year round home. MLS# 88704. CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999 NCLIVING.COM

L AKEWOOD SHORES $899,000 Many priceless summertime memories await once you fall in love with this charming three-bedroom, two-bath lakefront home! The property is located on the desirable east side of Lake Glenville in the quiet Lakewood Shores neighborhood. The path down to the lake's shore and private dock is a short, gentle walk that's easy for kids carrying lake toys and supplies. As you enter the home, you're greeted by an expansive, up-close view of Lake Glenville and the mountains beyond. Continuing through the home, you'll find a cozy breakfast nook, a massive stone fireplace, and a spacious deck that's perfect for enjoying the cool summer evenings and the lakefront breeze. MLS# 90267.

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CEDAR HILL $889,000 Perched at approximately 3,700 feet with excellent long range views of Big Sheepcliff and Yellow Mountains, this well maintained, solidly built home is located in the prestigious gated community of Cedar Hill. The 2.34-acre property offers privacy and a rare combination of incredible vistas with plenty of near-level space for guests to enjoy. MLS# 88199.

FALLS COVE $859,000 This welcoming and comfortable two-story lakefront home sits in Falls Cove at the south end of beautiful Lake Glenville. Norton Falls, the largest waterfall on the lake, is only a few hundred feet from the dock and the relaxing sounds of rushing water can be heard throughout the house. MLS# 82924.

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TAHAL A SHORES $799,000 This completely remodeled cottage offers countless upgrades, including a new seawall and dock, a storage building for a John Deere Gator utility vehicle, and a picturesque concrete path to the lake. The charming interior features shiplap walls, a new kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, HVAC units, a generator, roof, windows, and more. This incredible home is being offered turnkey, including its furnishings from The Summer House and the utility vehicle! MLS# 89885.

NEWLY PRICED HIGH MEADOWS $789,000 Situated only minutes from Cashiers in the private High Meadows community, this custom-built getaway features the perfect blend of a mountain-inspired rustic feel with all the modern accouterments. Every detail was thoughtfully designed in this light and bright home, including Douglas fir posts and beams, shiplap wall coverings, and impressive exterior stonework. MLS# 88386.

CEDAR CREEK WOODS $749,000 This immaculate home is situated on a stunning lakefront setting on Lupton Lake just minutes from Cashiers and Sapphire. As you approach the home, a private pond welcomes you to this waterfront oasis. The expansive deck with a stone fireplace are perfect for enjoying the great outdoors, and many of the rooms take advantage of the stunning setting and views. MLS# 90549.

FALLS COVE $735,000 Tucked away in the quite Falls Cove neighborhood is this charming lakefront cabin. Norton Falls, the largest waterfall on the lake, is only a few hundred feet from the dock and the relaxing sounds of rushing water can be heard throughout the house. The deck on the back of the home is the perfect place to enjoy the fantastic waterfall. MLS# 88303.

NEW LISTING L AKE TOX AWAY $699,000 Start enjoying lake life immediately in this lakefront home on Lake Toxaway with its own dock slip. The home features two bedrooms and two full baths on the main level, a bonus room with sitting area and full bath upstairs, and a second living area and a full bath on the lower level. There's an abundance of storage areas both inside and outside the home. MLS# 90851.

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HOLLY FOREST $650,000 This immaculately kept home loaded with tasteful updates and mountain charm is situated on a gentle slope facing Chimneytop Mountain in the Holly Forest VII community. The home boasts an abundance of storage space, an open concept floor plan ideal for entertaining, and loads of gardening space. MLS# 90533.

COWEE RIDGE $629,000 This recently renovated four bedroom, three bath home sits at the very top of the gated Cowee Ridge community, with stunning 180-degree, long range mountain views. Enjoy the cool temperatures at an elevation of over 4,000 feet. Cowee Ridge is midway between Highlands and Cashiers. A major remodel in 2006 included an all new kitchen, new HVAC. MLS# 86365.

SHEPHERDS MOUNTAIN $599,000 Perched at 3,700 feet, this lovely, spacious home sits in a park-like setting at the end of a cul-de-sac, offering only the sounds of nature to enjoy. The property features complete privacy throughout its two acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. The home has been extremely well-maintained by its owners who have lived there full-time since building. The quiet gated community of Shepherds Mountain offers a clubhouse, play area, two-lane paved roads, and deeded lake access to Lake Glenville. MLS# 89461.

TRILLIUM LINKS $599,000 Perched at 4,000 feet of elevation, this charming Arts and Crafts home offers the finest in outdoor living to take advantage of the beautiful natural surroundings. The comfortable and functional layout includes spacious rooms spread throughout the main level, with a bonus room upstairs that would make a great office or study. Designed for entertaining, the well-appointed kitchen is completely open to the living and dining area, and the living room boasts a magnificent floor-to-ceiling, wood burning stone fireplace. MLS# 87407.

DEER RUN $599,000 Your end of the road mountain escape awaits complete with 5 bedrooms, each with their own full bath and two half baths. Sitting at an elevation of approximately 3,366 ft, the views of Nix, Chimney Top, Rocky, Yellow, Black Rock, Little Sheepcliff, Glassy Rock, Cowrock, Laurel Knob and Meadow Lake below provide an atmosphere for all to enjoy! MLS# 85961.

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SHEPHERDS MOUNTAIN $599,000 Situated at a cool 3,900+ feet in elevation, the 2.10 acre lot is teeming with natural flora and fauna and features a view you’ll never grow tired of! Both the main and lower level have spacious decks looking out to Lake Glenville and the mountains beyond. If the sights of the cool lake beyond entice you to go for a swim, the public beach access is only a quick ten-minute drive from your front door! There is also a private walking trail that leads to the community lake access that has an additional picnic area, perfect for lake days! MLS# 90049.

BRIGHT MOUNTAIN $598,000 This lovely home sits high atop Bright Mountain with excellent southerly views of the Trillium Links & Lake Club and the mountains beyond. The owners have turned the property into an outside living paradise with a fire pit located by a huge rock outcropping and other seating areas. Two unique cottages, currently used as a potting room/ bar and an office. MLS# 85959.

UNDER CONTRACT BOULDER SPRINGS $595,000 This spectacular, one-of-a-kind contemporary home was designed by well-known local architect Dan Duckham. Blending beautifully with the peaceful landscape, the post and beam home offers architectural details such as two stacked stone massive fireplaces made with Tennessee sandstone, decorative cedar shingles, and a handcrafted European-style roof made with Swedish copper. Floor-to-ceiling windows display nature's artwork which surrounds the main living area. MLS# 90843.

NEWLY PRICED SAPPHIRE $575,000 This pristine mountain home provides unbelievable views of Chimneytop Mountain, Whiteside Mountain, Yellow Mountain, and Hogback Lake. The living room is impressive, with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and a floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace. The open living area extends into the remodeled kitchen, a layout perfect for entertaining. Wood flooring and fine finishes make this home completely move-in ready. MLS# 88644.

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GLENSHORE $575,000 Located in the gated Lake Glenville community of Glenshore, this traditional home sits on a double lot, with beautiful lake and mountain views from almost every room. The convenient floor plan features the master bedroom and two guestrooms on the main level, as well as a sunny great room, covered porch and kitchen with a center island and eat-in area. Relax with friends in the expansive lower level family room with a built-in bar and wood stove, along with a walkout to the stone patio. The upper level loft would make a great office or hobby room. MLS# 89054.

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WATERFALL COVE $575,000 Only steps away from Lake Glenville’s cool shore, this three-bedroom, three-bath lakefront home is loaded with mountain charm! The property features two stories of wrap-around decks and tons of natural light, staying remarkably cool during the summer months. If the lake views entice you to take a dip in the refreshing waters, you can do so from your own private dock, just yards from the gorgeous Norton Falls. The lower level is self-contained, making it a great rental or mother in-law suite. MLS# 88951.

NEW LISTING L AKEWOOD SHORES $575,000 Magnificent scenery, cool temperatures, and the occasional white squirrel highlight the short drive from the dining and shopping of Cashiers to this lakefront home on the east side of Lake Glenville. With a tucked away loft, wonderful wood details, and tons of natural light, the two-bedroom, two-bath cabin is loaded with rustic old world charm. The open concept floor plan between the living, dining, and kitchen areas creates a space for effortless entertaining. MLS# 90751.

L AKESIDE CIRCLE DRIVE $549,000 Enjoy peaceful living on the large, unrestricted lot. A long meandering drive past the pond, meadow, and pasture area leads you to the front door of the original charming farmhouse that was built in 1930. The main farmhouse has been updated and features two bedrooms. On one side of the house is an adorable guest house, with its own bathroom and kitchen. the quaint barn—a large two-car garage under a full apartment with its own kitchen. MLS# 88619.

NEWLY PRICED TRILLIUM LINKS & L AKE CLUB $525,000 Spacious, fresh, and with hints of rustic charm, this four-bedroom, four-bath standalone home is situated in the picturesque Trillium Links & Lake Club. The home is situated on a gentle hillside which provides a combination of mountain, lake, and wooded views throughout the year. MLS# 90389.

NEWLY PRICED COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES $499,000 There’s plenty of room for family and friends in this spacious mountain log home in the heart of Sapphire Valley, offering relaxed mountain living in a beautiful country club community. The master suite is on the main floor, along with an expansive open living area with an updated kitchen. Upstairs is an office that’s large enough for two, flanked by two spacious bedroom suites at either end of the hall. The property is a short golf cart ride away from the Country Club of Sapphire Valley. MLS# 88947.

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CEDAR CREEK WOODS $499,000 Lovingly and meticulously maintained, this home has it all ... beautiful mountain, lake and rock face views, sounds of rushing water from nearby Laurel Creek, and a terrific location only minutes from shopping and restaurants in Cashiers and Sapphire. Soaring heights in the great room and a floor-to-ceiling stone wood burning fireplace highlight the open concept floor plan. MLS# 90285.

BIG RIDGE $495,000 On the market for the first time, this mountain retreat is located on 20 wooded acres for the ultimate in privacy and tranquility, yet with a convenient location very near Lake Glenville. The possibilities of this property are endless; many homes sites with views could be created with a little tree clearing. In addition to multiple home sites, the property includes a 24’ x 30’ detached double garage and two complete RV sites. The property also features a spring that is the headwaters to Shoal Creek. MLS# 89870.

TRILLIUM LINKS $485,000 Finished with just the right amount of mountain elegance, this turnkey retreat is located right off the 14th green of Trillium's renowned golf course. A striking stacked stone fireplace in the living room soars to the heights of the cathedral ceiling, while wood walls and ceilings give this home a warm, welcoming feel. Enjoy the lovely golf views on the covered deck with its own woodburning fireplace or admire your own private waterfall as you stroll along the garden paths through lush landscaping. Your own private golf cart storage is just a few steps away. MLS# 89260.

NEW LISTING HOLLY FOREST $479,000 This pristine mountain home was built by the highly sought-after Fern Creek Builders. Listen to the babbling stream from any of the many open and screened decks. The perfect combination of rustic materials was used to create this cozy mountain home. The large inviting covered front porch overlooks lush landscaping and a manicured stone walking path. MLS# 90853.

COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES $469,000 Exceptional location in the heart of Sapphire Valley, within a golf cart ride to The Country Club of Sapphire Valley (membership by invitation only) and the Sapphire Valley Master Association. The property is being offered with the additional lot adjoining to the south for additional privacy. The spacious great room finished with wood on the walls and ceilings has multiple seating areas, a fireplace and a built in bar. This great entertaining space opens to the covered screen porch. The kitchen with stainless appliances opens to the dining area as well as the open deck. MLS# 89303.

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STONECREEK CROSSING $435,500 Designed for the coveted mountain lifestyle, this unique home in Stonecreek Crossing boasts a fabulous location within walking distance of The Country Club of Sapphire Valley and the Sapphire Valley Resort. Setting it apart from other properties in a very popular price range, this getaway features convenient single-level living and great curb appeal, as well as vaulted ceilings, a spacious great room with wood floors, an open kitchen, and both formal and informal dining areas for entertaining. MLS# 90130.

BALD ROCK $435,000 The ultimate mountain escape! This home is situated in the prestigious gated community of Bald Rock that adjoins 6,300 acre Panthertown National Forest. Bald Rock has over 9 miles of maintained hiking/riding trails, waterfalls, an equestrian center and covered pavilion with fireplaces, restrooms and a full kitchen. MLS# 90603.

TRILLIUM LINKS & L AKE CLUB $425,000 Poised directly above the first tee on the Trillium Links Golf Course, this charming, stand-alone, three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home is loaded with rustic charm. This well-kept getaway offers quality post and beam construction, an open concept floor plan between the dining and living areas, as well as fantastic golf course and mountain views. MLS# 90322.

VIEWPOINT $399,995 This beautiful mountain home has been lovingly maintained and cared for by the original owners. The welcoming great room features wood floors, cathedral ceilings, lots of windows, and a wood-burning stone fireplace for chilly evenings. The master suite and laundry room are on the main floor with a loft, guest room, and full bath upstairs. MLS# 86115.

L AUREL FALLS $395,000 Tucked away on a gentle knoll in the low-density gated community of Laurel Falls, this newly constructed one-bedroom, one-bath getaway is situated on a spacious 11.47+/- estate lot. This fresh and tidy home features expansive long range mountain views, including Mount Lyn Lowry, Waterrock Knob, and Wesner Bald of the Blue Ridge Parkway. MLS# 90367.

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NEW LISTING HOLLY FOREST $379,000 Wake up to the view through the master bedroom bay window of the long fifth fairway of Sapphire National Golf Course. This beautiful year-round mountain golf view home has been lovingly maintained and tastefully remodeled. A lighted stone entrance marks the private long, level driveway with plenty of parking and a large turnaround. Stunning hardwood floors adorn the main living areas, and four skylights allow natural light to brighten the home. MLS# 90841.

CEDAR CREEK WOODS $365,000 This classic cottage sits at a convenient distance from Cedar Creek Racquet Club and all of its amenities, including tennis, croquet, dining and fitness. The new open deck leads to a large front porch — perfect spots to enjoy the Carolina mountain lifestyle. Inside, a natural stone wood-burning fireplace. Cedar Creek Woods is just off Highway 64–convenient to Sapphire and Cashiers. MLS# 90441.

HIGHL ANDS $359,000 This completely remodeled turnkey mountain getaway is being sold fully furnished. Fruit trees, a stream, and old-growth rhododendron fill the picturesque backyard. The master suite and guest bedroom and bath are located on the main level, and the upstairs provides a newly decorated bedroom and half bath. There is also a bonus room for an overflow of guests, which could double as an office or media room. MLS# 90554.

SAPPHIRE HIGH $349,000 Sitting on more than four acres, this light and bright home in Sapphire High offers privacy and tranquility. On the market for the first time, this home has been carefully maintained with an all-new kitchen, hardwood floors, and a new roof added in 2016. The kitchen has an eat-in area perfect for cozy breakfasts and opens to the dining and living areas. The master and laundry room are on the main floor, with two guest bedrooms and a second full bath upstairs. MLS# 90020.

KILLIANS PARK $349,000 The abundant character of this quaint A-frame style home is sure to capture your heart. Located in the Killians Park community, this home has a deeded lakefront lot just a short walk away. When you arrive at the home you're greeted by its inviting appearance and ample gardening space. The home offers two bedrooms with an additional loft area above the upper level and a spacious living area with wood-adorned cathedral ceilings. MLS# 90271.

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TOLL HOUSE VILL AGE $329,000 You will love the warm welcome this cheerful house offers to all who enter. Custom built on 1.5 acres, this classic mountain getaway is immaculately kept and features spacious rooms, beautiful windows, abundant light, cathedral ceilings, a striking twostory fireplace, and stone and timber accents throughout. Enjoy the fresh air on your private screened porch and large open deck, both overlooking the beautiful granite rock face that only Mother Nature could have created. MLS# 90271.

HOLLY FOREST $329,000 Only minutes from Cashiers, this affordably priced home has been impeccably maintained. Enjoy easy mountain living in the open split floor plan with all the rooms sitting on the main level. Take delight in the private wooded backyard with lots of hardwoods, laurel, and rhododendron from the back deck. Owners have access to the Sapphire Valley community amenities. MLS# 88348.

LOGAN CREEK COT TAGES $299,000 This cozy mountain cottage has two bedrooms and a bonus room, each one with a private bath. The efficient wood-burning Buck Stove in the living room keeps the electric bill low in the winter. The master bedroom and guest room are both on the main floor, as well as a screened-in deck and separate laundry room. Additional features include a security system and a private well. Cable internet and television are readily available. The furnishings are negotiable. MLS# 90193.

WHITESIDE FOREST $269,500 Great get-away rustic cabin nestled in the woods with easy access to both Cashiers and Highlands. Small pond is totally owned by you. Adjacent flat picnic/garden area. Very private yet in a neighborhood with paved roads. Surrounded by National Forests and very near Whiteside Mountain and the Chattooga River. The sliding rock is just a few minutes up the road. MLS# 85358.

PILOT MOUNTAIN $205,000 Tucked away in the gated Pilot Mountain community, this charming two-bedroom, one-bath cabin is abounding with rustic mountain charm. An open concept floor plan makes the most of the kitchen and living areas, and the spacious covered deck on the front of the home provides the perfect place to relax after a wonderful day exploring the mountains. MLS# 89560.

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GLENVILLE $202,000 Calling all nature enthusiasts! Nestled in the serene woods of Glenville, this three bedroom, two bath home features plenty of garden space, an easy to maneuver circular driveway, and end of the road privacy. Relaxing amongst the sights and sounds of the mountains is a joy with the outside entertainment space and hot tub accessible off the side deck and living area. MLS# 90559.

NEW LISTING RIVER RUN $200,000 Turnkey River Run unit is ready for you to enjoy this season. It is offered fully furnished. Covered front porch opens to the enclosed foyer being used as an extra living area. The two bedroom suites both open to an open deck. This end unit has lots of windows and high ceilings for a bright and airy feel. MLS# 90922.

HILLTOP $129,000 Offered nicely furnished with just a few exceptions, this spacious three-bedroom, twobath unit in Hilltop sits in a pretty wooded area and offers some winter mountain views. The great room has a wood-burning fireplace and double sliding glass doors, leading to a large screened back deck. MLS# 90132.

UNDER CONTRACT PILOT MOUNTAIN $125,000 Nestled in the low density gated community of Pilot Mountain, this charming two-bedroom, one-bath getaway is located on a 1.66-acre lot with plenty of room to explore and expand. When you arrive at the home, you're greeted by the cheerful exterior, ample garden space, and a large deck with a covered portion perfect for enjoying the quiet summer nights. MLS# 90286.

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Big Sheepcliff NEW LISTING Located just minutes from the crossroads in prestigious Big Sheepcliff, this lot is located in the upper section of the community with mountain views of the Glenville Valley. MLS# 90673. $129,000. Dream building lot that will have easy driveway access and excellent mountains views! This northerly facing estate size lot has 2.39 acres and consists of mostly all walkable property. Home site sits just above 4,300 feet elevation and backs up to a 72+ acre private estate for added privacy. Big Sheepcliff is a highly desirable gated community with easy driving access and just minutes from Cashiers. Stocked ponds for fishing, picnic pavilion and a nice meadow for owners to enjoy. Low annual property owner fees and

with a current 4 bedroom septic permit, electricity and water access right at the road, this property is just waiting for a new owner to build on it. The Cashiers area has many restaurants, shoppes, social events, hiking trails, waterfalls and lots more to explore! MLS# 90127. $165,000.

Bridge Creek Bridge Creek is a wonderful gated community only 4 miles from the Cashiers crossroads. Lot 59 is a big view lot with underground utilities, an easy build site and end of the road privacy. Common

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LOTS & LAND amenities include a chimney garden and fishing/swimming pond. No time limit for beginning to build. Wonderfully maintained community with easy year round access and close to both Cashiers and Highlands NC. MLS# 87144. $60,000. Bridge Creek is a wonderful gated community only 4 miles from the Cashiers crossroads. Lot 40 is a nearly level stream front lot with underground utilities and an easy build site. Common amenities include a chimney garden and fishing/swimming pond. No time limit for beginning to build. Wonderfully maintained community with easy year round access and close to both Cashiers and Highlands NC. MLS# 87141. $40,000. Located in the quiet and low density gated neighborhood of Bridge Creek is this incredibly affordable lot. As you enter the community you’ll notice the gorgeous rustic covered bridge that straddles Knob Creek as well as the serene feeling that comes with the area. Gentle building site and privacy of the surrounding woods make this lot perfect for someone looking to construct their mountain dream home in a fantastic community! Bridge Creek is an easy 10-minute drive to Cashiers’ dining, shopping and more. MLS# 89357. $22,500. Super gentle lot with winter mountain ridge views and a noisy stream to enjoy! If you are looking for a private house site that isn't far from town, this is the ideal location! Bridge Creek has a gated entrance and a charming covered bridge that you drive through to enter the community. Property owners enjoy use of the community pond and picnic area with an outdoor stone fireplace. Great price for an easy building lot! MLS# 90331. $20,000. This lot has an easy building knoll with a natural walking trail leading to the stream and partially cleared area below on the lower portion of the property. This is a very neat property to enjoy and explore. If you are looking to reconnect with nature yet be only 15 minutes from Cashiers and 25 minutes from Highlands, this is the perfect spot! Bridge Creek has a gated entrance and a charming covered bridge that you drive through to enter the community. Property owners enjoy use of the community pond and picnic area with an outdoor stone fireplace. Great price for an easy building lot! MLS# 90329. $19,900.

Cascades at Cedar Creek Extremely gentle and easy lot to build on in a beautiful community close to Lake Glenville. Lot has winter mountain views from the back side of the lot. This home site is a stone’s throw from the private community clubhouse, Cedar Creek stream, playground and covered pavilion. MLS# 84182. $29,500. NEWLY PRICED Great lot with over an acre of land to build your vacation home! Pond frontage and overlooks the community clubhouse, park, playground and rushing Cedar Creek. The private clubhouse features a full kitchen, living area, pool table, fitness center, shower facilities and a beautiful outdoor grilling area with patio for entertaining. Short range mountain views may be possible with tree trimming. MLS# 88242. $19,000.

Cedar Creek Woods Wow, what a deal for a great buildable lot that is just minutes from town! This extremely gentle lot is perfect for someone looking to build a mountain home with a lake and mountain view but doesn't want to be far from local shopping and restaurants. With just a little tree trimming you can enjoy a lovely view of Lupton Lake, the Cedar Creek Club clubhouse with a nice mountain backdrop. This is truly an ideal building site with gentle topography that is already partially cleared making it easy to view and walk. Come check it out before it's gone! Membership to Cedar Creek Club is available separately and upon approval of the club. Membership amenities would include tennis, pool, fitness center, croquet and the clubhouse. MLS# 90287. $48,000.

Cedar Hill NEW LISTING Tucked away in the gorgeous gated community of Cedar Hill is this high elevation, easy build lot with beautiful mountain and ridge line views. There is a septic evaluation on file with Jackson County for a three bedroom home- one less step out of the building process for you! Full Sapphire Valley amenities are available with initiation and additional annual fees. This lot is a quick five-minute drive to Cashiers and a twenty minute drive to Highlands. Snag this great deal and begin construction on your dream home in a fantastic community! MLS# 90637. $80,000.

Cedar Ridge Estates Great views of Big Sheepcliff mountain from this elevated building site. Build your mountain dream home on this lot and start enjoying the cool summer temperatures found on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. This premium lot is priced to sell, so don't miss the opportunity to purchase this home site in the well-established Cedar Ridge Estates community. Located just minutes to Sapphire and Cashiers with all the amenities these two communities have to offer. MLS# 89686. $39,000.

Chattooga Cliffs NEW LISTING Gorgeous panoramic mountain views from this 2.65 acre home site! Easterly facing lot situated at 3,700 feet elevation and overlooking the beautiful Cashiers Valley. Enjoy a direct view of the infamous Chimney Top Mountain along with others including Rock and Laurel Knob Mountains. Walk down the short mulch path into the lot to see the views from this gentle home site at the top of Timber Ridge. Community features a gated entrance, paved access, underground utilities and community water at the road. With a current 4 bedroom septic permit, this lot is ready to be built on! Only minutes from downtown Cashiers, grocery store, boutique & antique stores and many local restaurants. All of this, along with low annual property owner fees, make this the perfect spot to build your mountain escape! MLS# 90698. $138,500.

The Chattooga Club One of the few lots still available in this established, exclusive and gated community. Gentle building site with view potential. Many beautiful hardwoods and indigenous plants on property including rhododendron and mountain laurels. Membership to Chattooga Club by invitation. MLS# 90007. $360,000. Enjoy the soothing sounds of splashing water, from this beautiful lake-front lot behind the gates of the prestigious Chattooga Club. This lot provides you the opportunity to site your dream home so you can enjoy the combination of seeing, and listening to, continuous water pouring over the dam in one direction…while enjoying a nice long view of Lake Chattooga from the other. Owner has beautiful set of house plans, designed by Meyer-Greeson-Paullin-Benson out of Charlotte, NC, that includes an observation deck and an optional guest house. One of the premier lots in all of Chattooga Club-now priced to sell, so you can start enjoy luxury lake living in the mountains. MLS# 89283. $349,000. Very gentle easy building site on corner lot on a quiet street. Amenities include picnic spot deeded to homeowners with views of 3 states. 10 acre lake stocked with trout, hiking trails, beautiful mature landscaping consisting of native flowering shrubbery and trees making for a very lush environment. Club membership by invitation only. MLS# 86667. $330,000.

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LOTS & LAND adventure amenities. Lot 104 has a private mountain ridge view and is situated close to trail access. The driveway is partially in place and you can walk trails on the property. There could be a possible mountain ridge view with trimming. MLS# 89610. $99,000.

Cross Creek Preserve Unique 2.68 acre lot with a BOLD stream and 2 waterfalls with mountain views backing up to the common area. Nearly level building site, underground utilities, community water, expired 3 bedroom septic permit. MLS# 87680. $199,900. NEWLY PRICED Amazing long range mountain views can be seen from this home site in the prestigious gated community of Cross Creek Preserve. As you enter the community through the charming covered bridge you will see that this is a very well maintained neighborhood with nice common areas including a trout fishing pond with waterfall and a huge field and fire pit for owners to enjoy. Nearby Trillium Links & Lake Club can be seen from this north facing lot. Surrounded by several upscale neighborhoods, Cross Creek is also close to Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club and Old Edwards Club. Conveniently situated between Highlands and Cashiers for quick trips to town for shopping and dining. Seller already has a complete set of ready to build custom house plans designed specifically for this lot for a 3-4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home. Contact listing agent for more details! MLS# 89979. $185,000.

The Divide Beautiful long range views from this oversized lot in the premier community of Bald Rock and The Divide. Enjoy the views from your new mountain retreat or take advantage of the Pavilion at the Divide and invite your friends for a gathering. Only minutes to Sapphire and Cashiers, from this gated community. Also, take advantage of the Sapphire Valley Master Association amenities. MLS# 88702. $159,000.

Falcon Ridge Mountaintop acreage directly across the street from Panthertown Preserve at 4,300 feet elevation. Perfect for an estate or subdivide with views of Whiteside, Chimneytop, Rock, and Sheepcliff mountains. MLS# 88183. $499,000. Enjoy long range southwestern views from this large 11.73 acre gently rolling lot. Located in desirable Falcon Ridge, this lot sits at a cool 4,000+ feet elevation & has amazing views into SC. MLS# 83900. $99,999. Enjoy long range southwestern views from this large 7.21 acre gently rolling lot. This lot sits at a cool 4,000+ feet elevation & has amazing views into South Carolina. Second adjoining lot can also be purchased separately for a total of 11.73 acres. Sapphire amenities available. MLS# 83896. $79,900. Enjoy long range southwestern views from this large 4.52 acre gently rolling lot at 4,000’+ elevation and has amazing layered views into South Carolina. The neighboring lot is also available and can be purchased together for a total of 11.73 acres for even more privacy. Sapphire Valley Resort amenities included. MLS# 83899. $59,900.

Falls Cove This lot looks directly at Norton Falls, the largest waterfall on Lake Glenville. Has great lake access and plenty of room to spread out. A four bedroom septic evaluation is on file with Jackson County Health Department. Sit and enjoy the sounds of the waterfall from any location on this lot! MLS# 88354. $599,000.

Fenley Forest Trail Well priced lakefront lot on Lake Glenville located on a quiet little cove. 4 bedroom septic evaluation in hand along with a new survey. Shared well. MLS# 90419. $295,000.

Fivestone NEWLY PRICED This lot is a investor’s dream, an entire subdivision ready for completion! This 53 acre gated development features signature views of Whiteside and Chimneytop mountains. The entrance alone is grand with it’s own waterfall! The first 4 of the 18 lots have been sold, leaving the remaining 14 contiguous lots totaling 41 acres as a package deal. The lots can be sold individually or held as a private estate. MLS# 88178. $550,000.

Glen Cove Estates Great lakefront lot located close to town on the highly desirable east side of Lake Glenville. Approximately 100 feet of rock seawall installed and ready for Duke Power dock approval. The property is tied into community water and septic. You won't need to leave room for a septic field so you can build closer to the lake! Located just a quick 7 minute drive to downtown Cashiers. Adjoining lot is also available. Cherry pick your favorite or buy both for added privacy and lake frontage. MLS# 89867. $250,000. Great lakefront lot located close to town on the highly desirable east side of Lake Glenville. Approximately 100 feet of rock seawall installed and ready for Duke Power dock approval. The property is tied into community water and septic. You won't need to leave room for a septic field so you can build closer to the lake! Located just a quick 7 minute drive to downtown Cashiers. Adjoining lot is also available. Cherry pick your favorite or buy both for added privacy and lake frontage. MLS# 89869. $250,000.

Glen Laurel Huge views of Lake Glenville and mountains. Access to Lake Glenville with shared dock. Paved roads and community water. Underground utilities. Less than 1/4 mile, from a public boat launch. MLS# 81939. $49,500. NEW LISTING Large lot with Lake Glenville access. Community has a dock. Glen Laurel is located on the north end of Lake Glenville. The community has paved roads and underground utilities. Community is the perfect place to build your small cabin. Easy access to Cashiers, Franklin, Cullowhee and Sylva. Lot is gently rolling with a small spring fed stream on one side. MLS# 90420. $49,000. 2 Lots in Glen Laurel - Easy build lake access lots within walking distance to Lake Glenville and the community boat dock. Glen Laurel has paved roads and underground utilities. Minimum square footage for homes, only 1,400 sf. Affordable opportunity to own your mountain cabin with an almost lake front lot. Within ¼ mile of public boat ramp. $22,500 - $29,500. MLS# 74340, and 74341.

Glen Pointe Lake Glenville access lot with dedicated boat slip. No need to share, this lot has short walk to community boat dock and across drive from community tennis court. Very level building site. Some lake view. Underground utilities. MLS# 81650. $199,500. Lake Glenville access lot with dedicated boat slip. No need to share when you have your own slip in community dock. Gated community with tennis court.

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LOTS & LAND Norton Creek Falls just a few yards away can be heard clearly. MLS# 81652. $99,000.

Glenview Exceptional year round lake and mountain view lots with paved access and community water. Three well-priced lots to choose from, so cherry-pick the best one! Expired septic evaluations on file. Easy 15 minute drive to Cashiers. MLS# 87042, 87043 and 87044. $60,000 each.

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MLS# 90878. $25,000. NEWLY PRICED Nice gentle lot with over an acre of land and year-round mountain view potential! This property has a long private driveway already roughed in so it’s easy to see where the best home site would be. Both lots on each side already have homes built on them so privacy won’t be an issue. Expired 4 bedroom septic permit on file. MLS# 88273. $23,000. Great view lot in the heart of Sapphire Valley. Just minutes to Cashiers and Sapphire, as well as all the Sapphire Valley amenities. Year around view will be available from the home once the trees are trimmed. MLS# 89042. $15,000. Located in the heart of Sapphire Valley, this 0.79 acre lot has an ideal gently laying building site overlooking a noisy stream. The perfect location for a mountain getaway that feels private but is only minutes from the hub of Cashiers including the grocery store, farmer’s market, restaurants and other shopping. MLS# 86461. $11,500. Southern exposure lot with long range views of Chimneytop Mountain with clearing. Build your mountain getaway on this beautiful lot and enjoy the natural southern light. Enjoy the great amenity package offered by the Sapphire Master Association that are associated with this lot. MLS# 90311. $7,500.

VIEW POTENTIAL Wonderful opportunity to build on a nearly flat lot at a higher elevation in High Hemlock. The meandering driveway opens to the cleared home site that already features a barn for storage and other mountain toys. Seldom do you find such a great lot that will save on construction costs, for those seeking to create their perfect mountain getaway at cool temperatures. The view photo has been taken from the home to the south of the property to show the view potential. First time on the market! MLS# 89297. $325,000.

High Springs Gentle 1.8 acre building lot with easy driveway access and a house site that has already been partially cleared. Southwesterly views of Whiteside Mountain, Satulah Mountain, Yellow Mountain, Black Rock Mountain and more. MLS# 87611. $78,000.

Highway 64 East Stunning level property on Highway 64 in Sapphire Valley located across the street from Lonesome Valley entrance. The rear of the property is bordered by the Horsepasture River. This property is suited for a variety of development opportunities including multi-family, restaurant, RV resort, or a host of other commercial uses. Sewer available. MLS# 85720. $599,000.

Holly Forest NEWLY PRICED Unbelievable long range views from this fantastic building site in Holly Forest XIV. Community features include paved roads, underground utilities with public water and sewer available at road. Southwesterly views from this lot sitting at 3,800 ft. elevation. Enjoy the panoramic vistas of Chimneytop Mountain and Rocky Mountain. MLS# 88095. $94,999. NEW LISTING Easy build lot with a great view of Chimney Top Mountain. Quick drive to Highway 64 with no steep roads to climb or descend, very usable in the winter. Less than 5 minutes to amenities and restaurants, 8 minutes to Cashiers. REAL ESTATE GROUP

A noisy stream runs along the bottom portion of this lot! This gently sloping home site will make the perfect mountain cabin spot. A great location for nature lover’s with a canopy of trees surrounding the property. Just a short walk to the Narrows waterfall and common area. This would be a great building site for a 2 story home that overlooks the stream. Expired septic permit on file and community has low homeowner’s fees. Ownership comes with Sapphire Valley amenities. MLS# 88627. $7,000. Gently sloping lot with potential mountain view with home site clearing. Located in a popular area of Holly Forest IV and within walking distance to the Hogback Lake common area where owners can picnic under the covered pavilion, go fishing or take a canoe ride. Public water and electricity access at road and there is an expired septic permit on file. Comes with Sapphire Valley amenities which also allow owners access to the Sapphire Valley Resort which include golf, tennis, community center, fitness center, indoor/outdoor swimming pools, game room, park/playground, ski slope, zip line, tubing and deeded lake access to Lake Fairfield. MLS# 89422. $7,000. Great building lot in growing resort area in the Blue Ridge Mountains, possible mountain views with trimming. This lot is located on a cul-de-sac road in growing resort area. The septic permit on file was issued in 2009. With trimming lot will have a great view of Whiteside Mountain, Chimneytop Mountain and Bald Rock Mountain. The topography should provide a good site for a home with a partial basement. MLS# 88744. $5,000. Vacant lot with great mountain view potential. Dreaming of your own mountain getaway? The price is right to build on this affordable lot with great view potential of Whiteside, Chimneytop and Rock Mountains. The topography lends itself to a home with a lower level. It’s easy to see the potential by seeing the view from neighbors home. MLS# 88747. $5,000. Vacant lot with great mountain view potential. Dreaming of your own mountain getaway? The price is right to build on this affordable lot with great view potential of Whiteside, Chimneytop and Rock Mountains. The topography lends itself to a home with a lower level. It’s easy to see the potential by seeing the view from neighbors home. MLS# 88746. $5,000. This gentle home site will be a breeze to build on! Great location with easy paved driving access into the community and just a few minutes’ drive to Cashiers. Drive past pretty Hogback Creek on the way to and from this lot! Located towards the end of a cul-de-sac for extra privacy. Lot backs up to a wide Holly Forest green space area and is also just a short walk to the community waterfall common area called Narrows Falls. Just around the corner from the public Sapphire National Golf Club and the Sapphire Mountain Brewing Company restaurant. Ownership comes with Sapphire Valley Resort amenities including golf, tennis, indoor/outdoor swimming pools, fitness center, Horsepasture River picnic

LOTS & LAND area, track/playground, ski slope, zip line and more. This lot is also walking distance to Lake Fairfield where you can enjoy the 3 mile trail around the lake, the beach area or rent a canoe or paddle boat from the boat house. MLS# 90253. $4,000.

Laurel Falls Over 15 acres of land to enjoy at 4,100+ ft. elevation! Long range mountain views and short ridge views from these 2 northerly facing lots. A gorgeous property that is truly unique and offers a ton of sprawling level acreage. Position your house anywhere you'd like among the native flora and ferns that cover the property. The driveway is already partially roughed in and leads you to a clearing and a fire pit area where you will enjoy the best views. Laurel Falls is a private neighborhood with gated access and low property owner fees. Nature lovers will appreciate the community's private access into the 6,300 acre Panthertown National Forest and trout fishing in Robinson Creek. Laurel Falls only has a 1,000 sq. ft. minimum building requirement making it the perfect spot to build a mountain cabin. These two lots are being listed together and offered at a discounted price for 15.89 acres. This property backs up to Chinquapin land for added privacy. MLS# 89652. $249,000. Walk to a huge waterfall from this almost 6 acre lot sitting at 3,500+ ft. elevation! A nice trail has been cut in from the road to the building knoll and continues past the home site to the noisy waterfall. The waterfall is not located on the property but the owner is giving deeded access to walk to the waterfall. This property also has Robinson Creek frontage towards the bottom of the lot. House site has some short ridge mountain views, at least in the fall/winter, that may be obtainable year-round with tree trimming. Underground utilities are already run to this lot. The adjoining Lot 39C (5.32 acres) is also available for sale and is listed separately. MLS# 89646. $159,000. Over 7 acres of land to enjoy at 4,100+ ft. elevation! Long range mountain views and short ridge views from this northerly facing lot. A gorgeous property that is truly unique and offers a ton of sprawling level acreage. Position your house anywhere you'd like among the native flora and ferns that cover the property. The driveway is already partially roughed in and leads you to a clearing and a fire pit area where you will enjoy the best views. Laurel Falls is a private neighborhood with gated access and low property owner fees. Nature lovers will appreciate the community's private access into the 6,300 acre Panthertown National Forest and trout fishing in Robinson Creek. Laurel Falls only has a 1,000 sq. ft. minimum building requirement making it the perfect spot to build a mountain cabin. An adjacent 8.66 acre lot is also available for purchase so buy both for a discount and own over 15 acres. This acreage backs up to Chinquapin property for added privacy. MLS# 89645. $140,000. Over 8.5 acres of land to enjoy at 4,100+ ft. elevation! Short range mountain views, and possibly some long range views, from this north westerly facing lot. A gently laying lot with a trail leading to the partially cleared house site. There is currently a shared driveway roughed in but buyer may put in their own driveway if they wish. Lots of options with this property. Laurel Falls is a private neighborhood with gated access and low property owner fees. Nature lovers will appreciate the community's private access into the 6,300 acre Panthertown National Forest and trout fishing in Robinson Creek. Laurel Falls only has a 1,000 sq. ft. minimum building requirement making it the perfect spot to build a mountain cabin. An adjacent 7.23 acre lot is also available for purchase so buy both for a discount and own over 15 acres. This land backs up to Chinquapin property for added privacy. MLS# 89644. $130,000. Listen to the sounds of Robinson Creek from this gently sloping 5+ acre lot. There is a trail into lot from road which leads you to a partially cleared home site. Enjoy short range mountain views with some tree trimming. Robinson Creek borders this lot on one side with another small stream on another side. There is also a small sliding rock waterfall area off the smaller stream. Laurel Falls is a private neighborhood with gated access and low property owner fees. Nature lovers will appreciate the community's private access into the 6,300 acre Panthertown National Forest and trout fishing in Robinson Creek. Laurel Falls only has a 1,000 sq. ft. minimum building requirement to it's the perfect spot to

build a mountain cabin. The adjoining Lot 39B (5.91 acres) is also available for sale and is listed separately. MLS# 89643. $120,000. Two great adjoining lots in the scenic, wild and gated subdivision of Laurel Falls. Each lot has a survey, septic evaluation for a 3 bedroom home with easy building sites! A small stream runs through the property providing additional mountain charm. Ridgeline views with tree trimming. Lots of usable land. Laurel Falls is bordered by thousands of acres of protected Panthertown Valley. The Yosemite of the East. MLS# 89196. $65,000. Perched atop a gentle knoll in the private and peaceful Laurel Falls gated community is this 4.65 acre lot. This lot has potential for a fantastic long range mountain view with clearing, and is gentle enough to make for easy building. Laurel Falls is a wild and scenic gated, low density community with large un-manicured lots for a true deep in the mountains feel. MLS# 88595. $25,000.

Old Wagon Road NEWLY PRICED Perched at 4,240+ feet in elevation is this fantastic and high potential lot! The view you could have with selective tree clearing from the prospective building site would be phenomenal and include dozens of mountaintops, a front row seat to Whiteside Mountain as well as a view of the famous “Bear Shadow” that blankets the valley below in the autumn months. As you explore this lot you’ll fall in love with the serene feel and the mountain landscape teeming with natural flora and fauna. MLS# 88819. $175,000.

Pilots Knob The communities finest big view lots handpicked for ease of build and their incalculable long range views! Pilots Knob is a hot and new gated, mountain top community with high elevation lots rising above 4,100 feet. The community offers paved roads, green space, beautiful landscaping, a community pond, fire pit and refreshingly low HOA fees. With recent home sales, numerous lot sales, developer owned spec builds and privately owned custom builds are underway. MLS# 88752. $89,900. The community’s finest big view lots handpicked for ease of build and their incalculable long range views! Pilots Knob is a hot and new gated, mountain top community with high elevation lots rising above 4,100 feet. The community offers paved roads, green space, beautiful landscaping, a community pond, fire pit and refreshingly low HOA fees. With recent home sales, numerous lot sales, developer owned spec builds and privately owned custom builds are underway. MLS# 88758. $84,900. Perched at almost 4,000’ elevation, you’ll enjoy beautiful long-range mountain views and a long private driveway that leads to this lot. This almost 2 acre lot provides you views that leave no doubt where you are. Very gentle, nearly flat driveway cut in that leads to a flat build site for the main level. The property drops off below the homesite, assuring you’ll own the view for years to come. MLS# 85946. $49,000.

The Point at Glenville Lake Lake living in one of the premier communities on Lake Glenville can be yours today. Build your dream home on this lot which is just a short walk to your dock and the community common area overlooking the lake and the community pavilion with fireplace. Just minutes to town from this convenient location on the west side of Lake Glenville. Bring your architect and builder and let's get started on your dream lake home! MLS# 90356. $175,000.

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LOTS & LAND

Sapphire Commercial Almost 2 acres with 461 feet of frontage along Highway 64 in the heart of Sapphire. 5 tap fees have been paid for CWS sewer and water, and will convey with property. Property can be used for residential and light commercial purposes, such as hotel/motel, office and/or retail space. Parking area represents about half of total parcel with stream and land behind. MLS# 88280. $300,000. NEW LISTING With the market heating up a savvy investor is sure to snap this property up! Located in close vicinity of Hampton Glen and the Horsepasture River is this 1.40 acre nearly level lot suitable for either multi-family or commercial use. This lot features several streams on site, an abundance of dense and lush trees, and the soothing sounds of nearby waterfalls. A fantastic Sapphire location means this lot is just minutes from SVMA amenities, local restaurants, shopping and more. Water and electric are in place, Carolina Water Service has approved sewer connections. This lot is not currently accessible to SVMA amenities but you can opt to join. Come take a look at this lot while you can! MLS# 90889. $69,000.

Sapphire High NEWLY PRICED A cascading stream with waterfalls and pools that is entirely inside the property. A building site with long-range mountain views that also overlooks the falls. Southern exposure from the building site and a mountain to the north to block the cold winter winds. A community with golf courses, pools, playgrounds, picnic areas, a swimming-canoeing-and fishing lake, hiking trails, tennis, community center, fitness center, restaurants and bars. MLS# 82083. $149,500.

Sapphire Ridge Located in the heart of Sapphire Valley in the gated community of Sapphire Ridge. This double lot provides a fantastic views of Toxaway Mountain and into South Carolina. This almost 5 acre property is located on a cul-de-sac for additional privacy.. Only one Sapphire Valley Master Association amenities fee. Both lot 18 and 19 have a 3 bedroom septic permit. Don't miss this opportunity to build your dream home with spectacular long range views, while being only minutes to town. MLS# 89822. $179,000.

Sassafras Ridge Stunning lot in the private enclave of Sassafras Ridge featuring a magnificent panoramic view of the valley, the Country Club of Sapphire Valley (membership by invitation only), rockfaces and your own private waterfall! Imagine gazing out across Sapphire Valley and listening to the soothing sound of rushing water. Not all lots are created equal. Don’t miss this opportunity to build your special mountain retreat. Tree plan to protect the view over the valley and overlooking the waterfall has already been approved by the POA. Build your dream home today and start enjoying the mountains! MLS# 89584. $295,000. NEW LISTING Exceptional view lot high above Sapphire Valley in the gated community of Sassafras Ridge. This high elevation lot is perfect for enjoying cool summer breezes and panoramic mountain views. MLS# 90868. $125,000.

Sheepcliff Woods Only 1 mile from the center of downtown Cashiers to this property-very easy building envelope, to keep your foundation costs minimized. Sitting at 3600’ elevaREAL ESTATE GROUP

tion, this lot has a view of the famed Whiteside Mountain. Community water in place and an expired 3 BR septic permit in hand, that could likely be improved-given the size of the lot. MLS# 87480. $49,900.

Shepherds Drive Situated at 3,720 ft. in elevation is this spacious, un-manicured and gently rolling lot, full of wildlife and natural flora. As you explore the land you’ll find a small stream, roughed in roads, and a serene mountain setting. This lot has an abundance of gentle grade potential home sites, and can be subdivided into 1 acre minimum parcels. There are few restrictions on this parcel, providing ample opportunity for development and enjoyment. MLS# 88628. $45,000.

Sims Valley Paved driveway already in place leading to the perfectly flat building site with 360 degree views. Long or short range mountain views in any direction you look! This private home site adjoins another 22+ acre tract that is privately owned with road access from the opposite end of the property providing this home site ultimate privacy. Sims Valley is a beautiful gated community with paved access, community water and underground utilities. MLS# 87563. $119,000. Extremely desirable building lot with bold stream frontage and a nearly level building site. This is the ideal place to build a mountain home overlooking a beautiful babbling stream with many small waterfalls. Enjoy some short and long range mountain views from this peaceful setting as well. Conveniently located near the community clubhouse, outdoor pool, fitness center and pavilion that owners can use for social gatherings. MLS# 85846. $49,900. Beautiful almost level lot with easy year round access and a near perfect build site. A rock lined bridge driveway goes level onto the lot. Betsy Creek boarders the property to the right of the driveway. Mountain views possible with tree trimming. Sims Valley is a scenic gated community located just 20 mins outside of Cashiers NC and offers amenities to include a clubhouse, pool, exercise facility, pond and picnic areas. MLS# 87145. $15,000. NEW LISTING Located on a gentle knoll in the gated Sims Valley Community is this 3.24+/acre lot awaiting your dream home! This lot has awesome potential views with some clearing and is large enough for you to spread out. The Sims Valley Community features a pristine clubhouse, outdoor pool, museum on the area, and breathtaking layered mountain views throughout. There is also community water available within the subdivision. This lot is priced to sell, so don't miss out! There is a package deal available including this lot and five other lots for a total price of $40,000. MLS# 90770. $15,000. NEW LISTING Easy build and aggressively priced 0.94 acre lot in the Sims Valley community. The Sims Valley Community features a pristine clubhouse, outdoor pool, museum on the area, and breathtaking layered mountain views throughout. There is also community water available within the subdivision. This lot is priced to sell, so don't miss out! There is a package deal available including this lot and five other lots for a total price of $40,000. MLS# 90763. $10,000. NEW LISTING Tucked away in the beautiful Sims Valley gated subdivision is this 1.25+/acre gently rolling lot. This lot is situated in the heart of the community and is a short drive from amenities. The Sims Valley Community features a pristine clubhouse, outdoor pool, museum on the area, and breathtaking layered mountain views throughout. There is also community water available within the subdivision. This lot is priced to sell, so don't miss out! There is a package deal available including this lot and five other lots for a total price of $40,000. MLS# 90768. $10,000. NEW LISTING This 0.52+/- acre lot is an easy build with the beginning of a paved drive already installed. Perfect for a smaller cabin, this lot would make for a fantastic home site

LOTS & LAND in the heart of the gated Sims Valley Community. The Sims Valley Community features a pristine clubhouse, outdoor pool, museum on the area, and breathtaking layered mountain views throughout. There is also community water available within the subdivision. This lot is priced to sell, so don't miss out! There is a package deal available including this lot and five other lots for a total price of $40,000. MLS# 90766. $8,000. NEW LISTING Located in the gated Sims Valley Community is this gentle 1.15 acre lot awaiting the construction of your new mountain home. The Sims Valley Community features a pristine clubhouse, outdoor pool, museum on the area, and breathtaking layered mountain views throughout. There is also community water available within the subdivision. This lot is priced to sell, so don't miss out! There is a package deal available including this lot and five other lots for a total price of $40,000. MLS# 90767. $8,000. Wonderful lot in scenic Sims Valley with stream. This easy build lot includes community water, paved roads, streams, ponds, a clubhouse with pool and exercise room and an antique farm house community center. Sims Valley is private, gated and just 10 minutes from Lake Glenville and 20 minutes from Cashiers. MLS# 90257. $5,000.

Snowbird

and imagine yourself on this beautiful piece of mountain waterfront property. MLS# 84508. $425,000.

Strawberry Hill NEWLY PRICED Wonderful lake and mountain views from this 5.77 acre north westerly facing property. Great natural building shelf already on the property for the perfect home site. Enjoy Lake Glenville views and a cool breeze from 3,700+ feet elevation! Private community water and just a short drive to several public boat ramps and the Jackson County Rec Park area with swimming area and hiking trails. MLS# 90259. $115,000. Listen to the sounds of a rushing waterfall on Lake Glenville! Build high to take advantage of lake and mountain views. Just a short walk to the common area access to Lake Glenville and the tennis courts. Peek-a-boo views of Lake Glenville that can be improved some with tree trimming and house site clearing. There is stunning rock face wall that sits just behind the home site adding a natural and unique landscape feature. MLS# 88761. $49,000.

Summer Cove Tremendous lake and mountain views, with a southern exposure from this lot. This incredible view lot offers amazing views down the south channel of the lake, with many layered mountain ranges in the distance. Summer Cove offers all lake view property owners a designated slip on the 10-slip community dock that’s just a short golf-cart ride away. Sitting 300’ above the lake, you’ll enjoy the cool breezes and spectacular views from 3,800’. MLS# 84680. $325,000.

Summer Hill Tucked away in the high end Snowbird gated community is this fantastic 45.71 acre Gentleman’s farm! This property has plenty of room for homes and an abundance of easy building sites. As you approach the small rustic camping cabin, your greeted by gently rolling meadows and gorgeous layered mountain views. The cabin itself is studio style, with an outhouse steps away for a true 1800’s historic feel. MLS# 90110. $799,000.

Stonecreek Estates Lots 15, 32, and 36 in Stone Creek Estates with public water and sewer available. Conveniently located behind the gates at The Country Club of Sapphire Valley. A short walk or golf cart ride to the amenities of Sapphire Valley including golf, tennis, indoor/outdoor pools, fitness center, ski slope, zip lines and more. Membership to The Country Club of Sapphire Valley is by invitation only. Lots available individually. MLS# 89300. $59,000.

Stone Pointe One of the premier lakefront lots on all of Lake Glenville is now available for the discerning buyer. Lot 5 is the namesake for its community, sitting on a point and features a beautiful rock outcropping. The lot features 1.54 acres to spread your wings, very gentle build site and walk to water, more than 400’ of shoreline, deep water, and an incredible Southerly facing view down the main channel of the lake. The extensive rock work and boat dock convey, along with a 5 BR septic permit and drain field already installed.. MLS# 88390. $849,000. Nestled on the western shores of Lake Glenville, this 1+ acre lot is ready for your lakefront home. The home site features: driveway, potable and non-potable water lines, and underground power. The house site is cleared and a large dock is in place. Come see

Almost 3 acre lot in Summer Hill, a premier Lake Glenville community. Driveway partially in. Big lake and mountain view. Community dock, boat launch ramp, sandy beach, picnic shelter with fireplace and tennis court. Well managed gated community with wide paved roads and friendly neighbors. MLS# 88751. $295,000. Large lake access lot with great mountain and sunset views. MLS# 73981. $95,000. Big lake access lot with western exposure. View of mountains and sunsets. MLS# 73982. $95,000.

Trillium The lowest priced lot in Trillium. Great location, close to both the lakeside clubhouse and marina and the golf clubhouse and associated amenities. This lot faces south with a view of Yellow Mountain. MLS# 84110. $29,000.

Wade Hampton Lot has a good view of Whiteside Mountain in well-established and exclusive neighborhood of Wade Hampton. Priced below market value! Motivated seller! MLS# 90236. $85,000.

Waterdance If you love the idea of walking out your front door and going for a swim in the gently moving pool below your home,

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LOTS & LAND then this is the lot for you. The section of river frontage you own with this lot has both small rapids and slow moving pools, perfect for the avid angler or nature enthusiast. This lot has a valid septic permit for a three bedroom home, and also has access to the community water located 100’ from where the proposed home site is. MLS# 88593. $125,000. Located in the scenic Waterdance gated community is this great 1.76 acre riverfront lot! The lot has a roughed in road leading directly to the potential building site, which is just steps away from the rushing Tuckasegee River. There is a current three bedroom septic permit on file (no septic tank installed yet) and community water is readily available. The community itself features paved roads, covered bridge, gated access, and gorgeous water

features such as the waterfall that is up the road from this lot. MLS# 88921. $125,000.

Whisper Lake NEWLY PRICED Just around the corner from the Whisper Lake common area, this home site is the perfect setting to build a mountain getaway! The Whisper Lake common area has a lake side picnic area and dock where you can enjoy swimming, canoeing and kayaking. This beautiful lot also comes with Sapphire Valley amenities. MLS# 88503. $28,500.

COMME RCIAL

SAPPHIRE $1,100,000 Let your imagination run wild in this spacious-almost 12,000 sf building. No restrictions on the property. Currently being leased by Wyndham/Diamond Resorts. Would make for a great office building, restaurant, retail space or even employee housing. CWS sewer and water in place, and has capacity to expand current # bathrooms in building. Property is almost two acres and has a total of 70 parking spaces-38 in top parking lot, and 32 on lower lot behind building. MLS# 85231.

SAPPHIRE $450,000 Great commercial opportunity being offered in the heart of Sapphire Valley, connected to CWS sewage and water system. Nice welcoming entry foyer with reception area, conference room, kitchenette, two bathrooms and a large office on main level. Stone fireplace in entry. Upstairs is another 6 offices and bathroom. Room to expand behind building and almost 2 acre parking lot next door can be purchased for additional parking/expansion. MLS# 88278.

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VACATI ON & RENTALS LOTS LAND THE CHAT TOOGA CLUB Bear Rock

A A CEDAR HILL Raptors Retreat

B B THE CHAT TOOGA CLUB High Five

C C A

B B

With magnificent long range views of Chimneytop and Rock Mountains, Bear Rock is a beautiful custom five bedroom, five and a half bath estate in the exclusive gated community of The Chattooga Club. The living room features a soaring 30’ ceiling, towering stone fireplace, and a wall of windows that floods the room with natural light and highlights the mountain vistas beyond. Relax or dine al fresco with family and friends on the screened porch and open deck.

Rustic elegance meets classic Southern style in this spacious tri-story home, situated on a private road in exclusive, gated Chattooga Club. With plenty of room for the entire brood, entertaining guests is a pleasure. Gather for lively conversation or curl up with a good book in the great room with its soaring cathedral ceilings and stone fireplace.

Exceptional four bedroom, five and a half bath luxury home located in Cedar Hill, an upscale gated community in Cashiers. Gracious interiors boasts high-end designer decor, fine finishes, a stunning chef's kitchen, open great room, wet bar and screen living porch with fireplace. All rooms are spacious. At approximately 4000 feet of elevation, enjoy breathtaking panoramic long range mountain views.

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VACATION RENTALS CASHIERS Whiteside Mountain Lookout

SAPPHIRE Riverchase Retreat

L AKE GLENVILLE Summersail

THE CHAT TOOGA CLUB Boxwood

SAPPHIRE Riverchase

SAPPHIRE Holly Forest Hideaway

This three bedroom, two and half bath home sits atop your own private sanctuary with stunning long/short range Whiteside mountain views. The house is situated on ten acres, with a level shaded yard making it a welcome spot for families and friends to relax. Be the first to stay in this newly furnished townhome. The perfect place for 2 couples or families. Each bedroom is located on a separate level for total privacy and has its own bath. Wonderful fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar open to the living area. Home is equipped with all new furniture throughout. Including beds, mattresses, linens, as well as 3 smart TVs, WiFi, and a gas grill. All Sapphire Valley Resort amenities are available as well - please ask for details.

Nestled on 65 magnificent acres of giant poplars and manicured meadows with over 1,700 feet of shoreline on sparkling Lake Glenville, this gracious lakefront home would make the perfect spot for your next getaway, wedding, family reunion or corporate retreat.

Conveniently located to Clubhouse/Lodge and all amenities. This four bedroom, four bath home has a master bedroom on main level as well as another large bedroom with private bath. You must be a member of the Chattooga Club to enjoy any of the amenities.

This great condo is located in the Sapphire Valley community of River Chase. It is in a wonderful neighborhood with lots of places to walk to including Meadow Lake & the Horsepasture River. This two bedroom two bath condo with living room w/ stone fireplace, mantel & high vaulted ceiling. Two decks overlooking a rhododendron forest. Unit is only a short drive to many of the Sapphire Valley amenities.

Family friendly home located in Sapphire Valley. This home offers an open kitchen, dining area, Master bedroom with private bath, and TV. Living room has a vaulted ceiling, stone fireplace (wood burning), and large deck. Two additional guest bedrooms on main floor, both have a Queen bed. Another large bedroom downstairs with king. Great home for a couples getaway, guys golfing weekend or larger family.

VACATI O N RENTALS L AKE GLENVILLE Tuckaway

L AKE GLENVILLE Lake Therapy

SAPPHIRE Lakeside Retreat

HIGHL ANDS The Views

WHISPER L AKE Lakeside Cottage

THE CHAT TOOGA CLUB Tsali Cottage

Magnificent scenery and cool temperatures highlight the short drive from the crossroads to this gorgeous waterfront mountain home on the east side of Lake Glenville. Family and guests of all ages will love this paradise getaway with so many activities to enjoy, such as boating, swimming, fishing, canoeing, picnicking, hiking, and more! Cozy waterfront cottage with dock on Lake Glenville in the Tahala Shores community. This cozy cottage offers all the charm and romance needed for a great getaway. Almost every room in the house has a full lake view. Located in the heart of Sapphire Valley at the end of the cul-de-sac, this private lakefront home was built in 2000, but shows like new. Owners have lovingly maintained it and painted the exterior last year. Enjoy the views of the lake from one of the two covered decks while you listen to the cascading stream in the adjoining greenspace. Take a stroll down to the dock and canoe or fish on the lake. There are 2 gas fireplaces to sit and relax by, one is located in the living room and one in the large family room on the lower level that also features a partial kitchen and half bath.

Wonderful three bedroom, three bath condo with fabulous mountain views of Shortoff and Yellow Mountain. One of the best views anywhere! This beautiful upper unit features a vaulted ceiling with beams and a stone fireplace in the living area. Oversized master suite with long range views of the mountains.

This lakefront home is situated alongside tranquil Whisper Lake in the heart of Sapphire Valley. The upstairs has an expansive Great Room that features a gas fireplace and wall of windows overlooking the lake and mountains. All four bedrooms are roomy with good views and have access to a full bath. The outside garden was designed to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Conveniently located to Clubhouse/Lodge and all amenities. Beautifully furnished two bedroom, two bath cottage with wood burning fireplace, wonderful deck with fireplace & open area. Master bedroom on main level, second CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 bedroom upstairs. You must be a member of the Chattooga Club to enjoy any of the amenities.

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accommodations Black Bear Lodge Chambers Realty Country Club Properties Fire Mountain Inn & Cabins The Greystone Inn Landmark Vacation Rentals Main Street Inn Old Edwards Inn & Spa Pebble Creek Village Silver Creek Real Estate Group Skyline Lodge Whiteside Cove Cottages

blackbearlodgeofsapphire.com highlandsiscalling.com ccphighlandsnc.com firemt.com thegreystoneinn.com landmarkvacations.com mainstreet-inn.com oldedwardsinn.com pebble-creek.com ncliving.com skylinelodge.com

Page 38 Pages 117, 156 Page 2 Page 13 Page 4 Pages 130, 131 Page 107 Pages 94, 156 Page 55 Pages 188-234 Page 102 Page 25

antiques & home fuRnishings Bound’s Cave The Brier Patch Cabin Couture Christine’s Home Decor Dutchman’s Designs Josephine’s Emporium Mirror Lake Antiques & Jewelry Pa’s Front Porch Peak Experience Rusticks The Summer House Summer Place Antiques The Village Hound Vivianne Metzger

boundscaverugs.com cabincouturehighlands.com dutchmansdesigns.com mirrorlakeantiques.com pasfrontsportch.com peakexp.com rusticks.com summerhousehighlands.com onceuponadog.com vmantiques.com

Page 43 Page 57 Page 30 Page 157 Page 31 Page 55 Page 18 Page 107 Page 46 Page 11 Page 146 Page 159 Page 88 Page 11

aRchival pictuRe fRaming Josephine’s Emporium

Page 55 aRt galleRies/aRtists

ACP Home Interiors acphomeinteriors.com Annell, Portrait Artist annell.com Around Back at Rocky’s Place aroundbackatrockysplace.com The Bascom thebascom.org The Brier Patch Cabin Couture cabincouturehighlands.com CK Swan ckswan.com Highlands Fine Art highlandsfineartandestatejewelry.com Jenny Mixon jennymixon.com Justin Allman - FireMoss Pottery Leslie Jeffery, Artist Nora and Company Oakleaf oakleafhighlands.com Peak Experience peakexp.com Smitten The Summer House summerhousehighlands.com Summer Place Antiques The Village Hound onceuponadog.com

Page 166 Page 92 Page 75 Page 16 Page 57 Page 30 Page 8 Page 29 Page 21 Page 33 Page 81 Page 13 Page 133 Page 46 Page 77 Page 146 Page 159 Page 88

BaRs 4118 Kitchen and Bar

Page 99

The High Dive The Ugly Dog Pub - Highlands theuglydogpub.com The Ugly Dog Pub - Cashiers theuglydogpub.com

Page 107 Page 107 Page 107

Bedding ACP Home Interiors Blue Ridge Bedding Dutchman’s Designs Lenz Gifts The Summer House

acphomeinteriors.com blueridgebedding.com dutchmansdesigns.com summerhousehighlands.com

Page 166 Page 145 Page 31 Pages 79, 92 Page 146

Boat Rentals Signal Ridge Marina

signalridgemarina.com

Page 50

Books Hudson Library - Books & Bites Josephine’s Emporium

fontanalib.org/highlands

Page 50 Page 55

BuildeRs Big Creek, LLC Lupoli Construction Porch Living/ Rabun Builders Srebalus Construction Co. Warth Construction

lupoliconstruction.com

Page 39 Page 153

rabunbuilders.com srebalusconstruction.com warthconstruction.com

Page 135 Page 157 Page 244

Building supplies Jennings Builders Supply Zoller Hardware

jbwnc.com zollerhardware.com

Page 22 Page 53

Business/office supplies Dauntless Printing Zoller Hardware

zollerhardware.com

Pages 59, 143, 157 Page 53

candles Mountain Heritage Town & Country General Store

Page 58 tandcgeneralstore.com

Page 37

cateRing Dinner with Duffy Fressers Courtyard Cafe & Catering The Kitchen Rosewood Market

Pages 42, 165 wecaterhighlands.com thekitchenofhighlands.com rosewoodgourmet.com

Page 99 Page 98 Page 103

chamBeRs of commeRce Cashiers Chamber of Commerce Highlands Chamber of Commerce

cashiersareachamber.com

Page 159

highlandschamber.org

Page 159

chRistmas supplies The Christmas Tree

Page 8 cleaning/housekeeping seRvices

Pro Servicess

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Rebecka’s Home Cleaning Service

Page 156 cloth/upholsteRy

ACP Home Interiors Dutchman’s Designs The Summer House

acphomeinteriors.com dutchmansdesigns.com summerhousehighlands.com

Page 166 Page 31 Page 146

clothing & accessoRies A Jones Company Acorn’s Allison Diane Clothing Annawear Bags on Main Bella Cotn C. Orrico Elevation Highland Hiker Martha Anne’s Peak Experience The Look Boutique McCulley’s Narcissus Nora and Company Robin’s Nest Sashay Around Southern Way Spartina Spoiled Rotten TJ Bailey for Men Town & Country General Store VC for Men Victoria’s Closet Victoria’s Sportswear Wish & Shoes Wit’s End

Pages 85, 117 Page 94 Page 33 Page 41 Page 41 Page 119 Page 57 Page 171 highlandhiker.com Page 95 Page 30 peakexp.com Page 46 thelookcashiers.boutiquewindow.com Page 27 Page 3 Page 23 Page 13 Page 14 sashayaround.net Page 25 Page 40 spartina499.com Page 147 spoiledrotten2.com Page 33 tjbmens.com Pages 51, 153 tandcgeneralstore.com victoriasclosetnc.com victoriasclosetnc.com victoriasclosetnc.com

Page 37 Page 89 Page 89 Page 89 Page 61 Page 47

clothing consignment The Blue Elephant Victoria’s Closet

victoriasclosetnc.com

Page 89 Page 89

closet design Black Rock Granite and Cabinetry The Designer Market The Summer House

blackrockgraniteandcabinetry.com Pages 43, 156 thedesignersmarket.com Page 129 summerhousehighlands.com Page 146 acphomeinteriors.com blueridgebedding.com dutchmansdesigns.com summerhousehighlands.com

Page 166 Page 145 Page 31 Pages 79, 92 Page 146

communities Chattooga Club

chattoogaclub.com

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Page 115

cullasajaclub.org glencovelifestyle.com lonesomevalley.com ncliving.com

Page 167 Page 45 Pages 68-71 Pages 188-234

concieRge seRvices HCCM Home hccmhome.com Magnolia Concierge Services magnoliaconciergeservices.com

Page 157 Page 154

convenience stoRes Dusty’s

Page 99 cosmetic suRgeRy

Center for Plastic Surgery Robert T. Buchanan, MD

plasticsurgerytoday.com

Page 140

countRy cluBs Cullasaja Club Sky Valley Country Club

cullasajaclub.org skyvalleycountryclub.com

Page 167 Page 163

countRy stoRes Town & Country General Store

tandcgeneralstore.com

Page 37

cRafts The Bascom Peak Experience

thebascom.org peakexp.com

Page 16 Page 46

custom caBinetRy/counteRtops ACP Home Interiors Black Rock Granite and Cabinetry Jennings Builders Supply The Summer House

acphomeinteriors.com

Page 166

blackrockgraniteandcabinetry.com Pages 43, 156 jbwnc.com Page 22 summerhousehighlands.com Page 146 custom fuRnituRe

ACP Home Interiors Dutchman’s Designs Gray Lighting & Woodwork The Summer House

acphomeinteriors.com dutchmansdesigns.com summerhousehighlands.com

Page 166 Page 31 Page 32 Page 146

decoRative painting Jenny Mixon

comfoRteRs ACP Home Interiors Blue Ridge Bedding Dutchman’s Designs Lenz Gifts The Summer House

Cullasaja Club Glen Cove by Old Edwards Lonesome Valley Silver Creek Real Estate Group

jennymixon.com

Page 21

dentists Dr. Joe Wilbanks

wilbankssmilecenter.com

Page 141

desseRts Chocolate Heaven/Cake Bar

Page 104 dooRs/WindoWs

Jennings Builders Supply

jbwnc.com

Page 22

events The Bascom Betsy Paul Art Raffle

thebascom.org

Page 16 Page 87

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Big Ol’ Mountain Country Breakfast Page 93 Brevard Music Center brevardmuscic.org Page 171 Canyon Kitchen lonesomevalley.com/canyonkitchen Page 110 Cashiers Benefit Antique Show cashiersannualantiqueshow.com Page 9 Cashiers Designer Showhouse Page 49 Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival hcmusicfestival.org Pages 25, 82, 83 Highlands Cashiers Players highlandscashiersplayers.org Page 59 Highlands Food And Wine highlandsfoodandwine.com Page 155 Highlands Playhouse highlandsplayhouse.org Page 74 Hudson Library - Books & Bites fontanalib.org/highlands Page 50 Leslie Jeffery, Artist Page 81 Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center highlandspac.org Pages 75, 79 Orchard Sessions with Old Edwards Inn & Spa oldedwardsinn.com Page 94 Painted Fern Art Festival northgeorgiaartsguild.com Page 161 Pop-Up Art Shows at Sotheby’s International highlandssothebysrealty.com Page 39, 87 Smitten Page 77 TJ Bailey for Men tjbmens.com Pages 51, 153 The Village Green villagegreencashiersnc.com Page 118 Village Square Art & Craft Show Page 85 event Rentals The Orchard

theorchardcashiers.com

Page 101

fitness T Fitness

Page 28 flooRing

The Designer Market

thedesignersmarket.com

Page 129

floRal design /floRists Cosper Flowers Fiddlehead Designs Oakleaf

oakleafhighlands.com

Page 162 Page 54 Page 133

fly fishing/guide seRvices Brookings Highland Hiker

brookingsonline.com highlandhiker.com

Page 1123 Page 95

fuRnituRe ACP Home Interiors The Brier Patch Cabin Couture Carolina Rustic Furniture Dutchman’s Designs High Country Furniture & Design Honeybee Home Nearly New Oakleaf Rusticks The Summer House

acphomeinteriors.com cabincouturehighlands.com carolinarusticfurniture.com dutchmansdesigns.com highcountry.com oakleafhighlands.com rusticks.com summerhousehighlands.com

Page 166 Page 57 Page 30 Page 145 Page 31 Page 24 Page 9 Page 89 Page 133 Page 11 Page 146

Summer Place Antiques Vivianne Metzger

vmantiques.com

Page 159 Page 11

fuRnituRe consignments The Blue Elephant Consignment Market Nearly New

consignmentmarketcashiersnc.com

Page 89 Page 89 Page 89

fuRnituRe distRessing Jenny Mixon

jennymixon.com

Page 21

gaRden/landscaping supplies Chattooga Gardens Four Seasons Landscape Main Street Nursery Highlands Lawn Zoller Hardware

chattoogagardens.com fsl-wnc.com highlandslawnandgarden.com zollerhardware.com

Page 55 Page 129 Page 128 Page 91 Page 53

gift shops ACP Home Interiors A Jones Company Afternoon Delight Around Back at Rocky’s Place The Christmas Tree CK Swan Classic Links & Luggage Fiddlehead Designs Honeybee Home The Look Boutique Nearly New Nora and Company Pa’s Front Porch Peak Experience Robin’s Nest Smitten The Summer House Summer Place Antiques Town & Country General Store Zoller Hardware

acphomeinteriors.com

Page 166 Pages 85, 117 Page 81 aroundbackatrockysplace.com Page 75 Page 8 ckswan.com Page 8 classiclinksandluggage.com Page 117 Page 54 Page 9 thelookcashiers.boutiquewindow.com Page 27 Page 89 Page 13 pasfrontsportch.com Page 107 peakexp.com Page 46 Page 14 Page 77 summerhousehighlands.com Page 146 Page 159 tandcgeneralstore.com zollerhardware.com

Page 37 Page 53

giving Back Betsy Paul Art Raffle

Page 87 golf accessoRies & supplies

Classic Links & Luggage

classiclinksandluggage.com

Page 117

golf cluBs Sky Valley Country Club

skyvalleycountryclub.com

Page 163

golf touRs Tom’s Golf Tours

tomsgolftours.com

Page 127

gouRmet food Dusty’s Rosewood Market

rosewoodgourmet.com

Page 99 Page 103

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gRoceRy stoRes Mountain Fresh Grocery Dusty’s

mfgro.com

Page 103 Page 99

gRoomeRs Woofgang Bakery & Grooming

Page 161 gutteRs

Pro Servicess

Pages 134, 157 haiR extensions

Pinnacle Anti Aging

pinnacleantiaging.com

Page 159

haiR salons Bombshell Hair Boutique Creative Concepts Head Innovations

Page 143 Page 156 Page 156 heating and aiR

Holley Heating & Air Conditioning

holleyheating.com

Pages 59, 157

home accessoRies ACP Home Interiors A Jones Company The Blue Elephant The Brier Patch Cabin Couture Carolina Rustic Furniture CK Swan Consignment Market Dutchman’s Designs Honeybee Home J Gabriel Mountain Heritage Nearly New Nora and Company Oakleaf Peak Experience Robin’s Nest The Summer House Summer Place Antiques Town & Country General Store Vivianne Metzger Zoller Hardware

acphomeinteriors.com

Page 166 Pages 85, 117 Page 89 Page 57 cabincouturehighlands.com Page 30 carolinarusticfurniture.com Page 145 ckswan.com Page 8 consignmentmarketcashiersnc.com Page 89 dutchmansdesigns.com Page 31 Page 9 Page 13 Page 58 Page 89 Page 13 oakleafhighlands.com Page 133 peakexp.com Page 46 Page 14 summerhousehighlands.com Page 146 Page 159 tandcgeneralstore.com vmantiques.com zollerhardware.com

Page 37 Page 11 Page 53

home design Mountainworks Design

mtnworks.com

Page 19

ice cReam SweeTreats

sweetreatshighlands.com

Page 105

inteRioR design & home fuRnishings ACP Home Interiors Afternoon Delight

acphomeinteriors.com

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Page 166 Page 81

Bound’s Cave The Brier Patch Carolina Rustic Furniture Christine’s Home Decor CK Swan Dornbush Design Studio Dutchman’s Designs High Country Furniture & Design Honeybee Home Jennings Builders Supply Rusticks The Summer House Summer Place Antiques

boundscaverugs.com

Page 43 Page 57 Page 145 Page 157 Page 8 Page 77 Page 31

carolinarusticfurniture.com ckswan.com dornbushdesign.com dutchmansdesigns.com highcountry.com

Page 24 Page 9 Page 22 Page 11 Page 146 Page 159

jbwnc.com rusticks.com summerhousehighlands.com investment planning

Edward Jones Investments

edwardjones.com

Page 151

JeWelRy - fashion A Jones Company Acorn’s ACP Home Interiors Afternoon Delight Allison Diane Clothing Cabin Couture The Look Boutique Narcissus Peak Experience Sashay Around

Pages 85, 117 Page 94 acphomeinteriors.com Page 166 Page 81 Page 33 cabincouturehighlands.com Page 30 thelookcashiers.boutiquewindow.com Page 27 Page 23 peakexp.com Page 46 sashayaround.net Page 25 JeWelRy - fine

Highlands Fine Art MIrror Lake Antiques & Jewelry

highlandsfineartandestatejewelry.com

Page 29

mirrorlakeantiques.com

Page 18

kitchen accessoRies Cashiers Kitchen Co. Zoller Hardware

zollerhardware.com

Page 53 Page 53

kitchen and Bath design ACP Home Interiors Black Rock Granite and Cabinetry The Designer Market The Summer House

acphomeinteriors.com

Page 166

blackrockgraniteandcabinetry.com Pages 43, 156 thedesignersmarket.com Page 129 summerhousehighlands.com Page 146 lamp RepaiR

Gray Lighting & Woodwork

Page 32 landscape aRchitects

Dargan Landscape Architects

dargan.com

Page 17

landscaping Four Seasons Landscape fsl-wnc.com Magnolia Concierge Services magnoliaconciergeservices.com Pro Servicess

Page 129 Page 154 Pages 134, 157

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lighting ACP Home Interiors Carolina Rustic Furniture Dutchman’s Designs Gray Lighting & Woodwork The Summer House Summer Place Antiques

acphomeinteriors.com carolinarusticfurniture.com dutchmansdesigns.com summerhousehighlands.com

paint supplies Page 166 Page 145 Page 31 Page 32 Page 146 Page 159

Cashiers Color Center Highlands Decorating Center

acphomeinteriors.com blueridgebedding.com dutchmansdesigns.com summerhousehighlands.com

Morales Painting Pro Servicess

Page 79 Pages 134, 157 pet caRe/supplies

Page 166 Page 145 Page 31 Pages 79, 92 Page 146

luggage Classic Links & Luggage

classiclinksandluggage.com

Page 117

maRinas Signal Ridge Marina

signalridgemarina.com

Page 50

massage seRvices Canyon Spa Cashiers Valley Fusion Creative Concepts Tranquility Cove Massage Yoga of Highlands

lonesomevalley.com cashiersvalleyfusion.com yogahighlands.com

Page 110 Page 143 Page 156 Page 157 Page 143

mattResses Afternoon Delight Blue Ridge Bedding Dutchman’s Designs The Summer House

blueridgebedding.com dutchmansdesigns.com summerhousehighlands.com

Page 81 Page 145 Page 31 Page 146

medical seRvices Dr. Edward D. Frederickson MD FACP Mission Health Center – Highlands/Cashiers Rachel B. Kelly, ARNP-PMHNP-BC

The Village Hound Woofgang Bakery & Grooming Zoller Hardware

Page 139 Page 144

highlandsplayhouse.org blueridgemusicacademy.com

Page 74 Page 154

nail caRe Creative Concepts Teri’s Nails

Page 156 Page 8 outdooR adventuRes

Highlands Aerial Park Mountain Man Adventures Tom’s Golf Tours

highlandsaerialpark.com myatguide.com tomsgolftours.com

zollerhardware.com

Page 161 Page 53

Highlands Pharmacy

Page 144 photogRaphy

Charles Johnson Fine Art Photography

charlesjohnsonfineart.com

Page 75

picnic items A Jones Company Town & Country General Store

Page 85, 117 tandcgeneralstore.com

Page 37

pictuRe fRaming Franklin Picture Framing

Page 162 plants/nuRseRies

Chattooga Gardens Highlands Lawn Main Street Nursery

www.chattoogagardens.com highlandslawnandgarden.com

Page 55 Page 91 Page 128

Signal Ridge Marina

signalridgemarina.com

Page 50

pools/spas Mountain Spring Spas and Pools

mountainhotspring.com

Page 9

poRch and patio

music stoRes Blue Ridge Music

Page 88

phaRmacies

movies Highlands Playhouse

onceuponadog.com

pontoon Rentals Page 140

mission-health.org

Page 151 Page 46

painting

linens ACP Home Interiors Blue Ridge Bedding Dutchman’s Designs Lenz Gifts The Summer House

highlandsdecorating.com

Page 25 Page 8 Page 127

The Summer House Summer Place Antiques

summerhousehighlands.com

Page 146 Page 159

poRch living Porch Living

Page 135 potteRy

ACP Home Interiors acphomeinteriors.com Around Back at Rocky’s Place aroundbackatrockysplace.com Dutchman’s Designs dutchmansdesigns.com Justin Allman - Fire Moss Pottery Peak Experience peakexp.com Smitten

Page 166 Page 75 Page 31 Page 33 Page 46 Page 77

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The Summer House

summerhousehighlands.com

Page 146

pRinting companies Dauntless Printing

Pages 59, 143, 157 pRivate chef

Dinner with Duffy

Pages 42, 165 pRoduce

Cashiers Farmers Market

cashiersfarmersmarket.com

Page 101

pRopeRty management Magnolia Concierge Services magnoliaconciergeservices.com

Page 154

puBlic safety Blue Ridge Public Safety

blueridgepublicsafety.com

Page 121

psychiatRic mental health Rachel B. Kelly, ARNP-PMHNP-BC

Page 144 puBs

The Ugly Dog Pub - Highlands The Ugly Dog Pub - Cashiers

theuglydogpub.com theuglydogpub.com

Page 107 Page 107

Radio stations WHLC FM 104.5

whlc.com

Page 13

RaRe maps/pRints Josephine’s Emporium

Page 55 Real estate sales

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Betsy Paul Blair Realty Chambers Realty Country Club Properties Cullasaja Club John Cleaveland Realty Highlands Cove Realty Landmark Realty Group Landmark Realty Group Kay Holland Landmark Realty Group Pam Nellis Lonesome Valley McKee Properties McKee Properties Sandy & John Barrow McKee Properties Philip Bradley McKee Properties Liz Harris McKee Properties Keven Hawkins

meadowsmountainrealty.com betsypaulproperties.com blair-realty.com highlandsiscalling.com

Pages 136, 137 Page 243 Page 57 Pages 117, 156

ccphighlandsnc.com cullasajaclub.org jcrealty.com glencovelifestyle.com landmarkrg.com

Page 2 Page 167 Page 53 Page 45 Pages 130, 131

landmarkrg.com

Page 125

landmarkrg.com lonesomevalley.com mckeeproperties.com

Page 157 Pages 68-71 Pages 172-187

mckeeproperties.com

Pages 185

mckeeproperties.com

Page 181

mckeeproperties.com

Pages 34, 35, 174-180

mckeeproperties.com

Page 184

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McKee Properties Merry Soellner McKee Properties Beth Townsend Pat Allen Realty Group Sapphire Valley Real Estate Silver Creek Real Estate Group Sotheby’s - Andrea Gabbard Sotheby’s - Jody Lovell Sotheby’s - Bert Mobley

mckeeproperties.com

Pages 182-184

mckeeproperties.com patallenrealtygroup.com sapphirevalleyrealestate.com

Pages 186-187 Page 15 Page 10

ncliving.com highlandssothebysrealty.com highlandssothebysrealty.com highlandsssir.com

Pages 188-234 Page 111 Page 39, 87 Page 5

Remodelng Big Creek, LLC

Page 39 RestauRants

Highlands-Cashiers Directory 4118 Kitchen and Bar Altitudes at Skyline Bistro on Main Canyon Kitchen Cashiers Farmers Market Fire + Water Fressers Courtyard Cafe & Catering The Kitchen Lakeside Restaurant Log Cabin Restaurant Madison’s Restaurant & Wine Garden Meritage Bistro Mountain Fresh Grocery The Orchard On the Verandah Paoletti’s Restaurant Restaurant at Greystone Inn Rosewood Market Slabtown Pizza SweeTreats The Ugly Dog Pub - Highlands The Ugly Dog Pub - Cashiers Wolfgang’s Restaurant & Wine Bistro The Zookeeper Bistro

altitudesatskyline.com mainstreet-inn.com lonesomevalley.com/canyonkitchen cashiersfarmersmarket.com firemt.com

Page 109 Page 99 Page 102 Page 107 Page 110 Page 101 Page 13

wecaterhighlands.com thekitchenofhighlands.com lakesiderestaurant.info logcabinhighlands.com

Page 99 Page 98 Page 98 Page 101

meritagehighlands.com mfgro.com theorchardcashiers.com ontheverandah.com paolettis.com thegreystoneinn.com rosewoodgourmet.com slabtownpizza.com sweetreatshighlands.com theuglydogpub.com theuglydogpub.com

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wolfgangs.net

Page 5 Page 108

Rock yaRds Highlands Lawn

highlandslawnandgarden.com

Page 91

Roofing Pro Servicess Roman’s Roofing LLC

romansroofingnc.com

Pages 134, 157 Page 157

Rugs ACP Home Interiors Bound’s Cave Carolina Rustic Furniture Shiraz Oriental Rug Gallery

acphomeinteriors.com boundscaverugs.com carolinarusticfurniture.com shirazruggalleries.com

Page 166 Page 43 Page 145 Page 62

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The Summer House Summer Place Antiques The Village Hound

summerhousehighlands.com onceuponadog.com

Page 146 Page 159 Page 88

shipping seRvices Stork’s Wrap, Pack & Ship

Page 9 shoes

Annawear Highland Hiker Martha Anne’s Nora and Company Spoiled Rotten TJ Bailey for Men Wish & Shoes

highlandhiker.com spoiledrotten2.com tjbmens.com

Page 41 Page 95 Page 30 Page 13 Page 33 Pages 51, 153 Page 61

skin caRe Pinnacle Anti Aging

pinnacleantiaging.com peakexp.com

Page 46

spas Canyon Spa Old Edwards Inn & Spa Pinnacle Anti Aging

lonesomevalley.com oldedwardsinn.com pinnacleantiaging.com

Page 110 Page 94 Page 159

specialty foods Colonel Mustard’s

37 High Holly Fiddlehead Designs Oakleaf The Orchard

thevineyardat37highholly.com oakleafhighlands.com theorchardcashiers.com

Page 18

Page 57 Page 54 Page 133 Page 101

WindoW tReatments The Designer Market Gray Lighting & Woodwork Highlands Decorating Center The Summer House

thedesignersmarket.com highlandsdecorating.com summerhousehighlands.com

Page 129 Page 32 Page 46 Page 146

Wine & accessoRies Highlands Fine Art Mountain Fresh Grocery Zoller Hardware

highlandsfineartandestatejewelry.com mfgro.com zollerhardware.com

Page 29 Page 103 Page 53

WoodWoRk

Page 159

socks Peak Experience

Wedding seRvices

ACP Home Interiors Gray Lighting & Woodwork

acphomeinteriors.com

Page 166 Page 32

yoga Cashiers Valley Fusion Yoga of Highlands

cashiersvalleyfusion.com yogahighlands.com

Page 143 Page 143

Zipline adventuRes Highlands Aerial Park

highlandsaerialpark.com

Page 25

taBles ACP Home Interiors Dutchman’s Designs Summer Place Antiques Vivianne Metzger

acphomeinteriors.com dutchmansdesigns.com vmantiques.com

Page 166 Page 31 Page 159 Page 11

theatRe/enteRtainment Highlands Cashiers Players Highlands Playhouse Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center

highlandscashiersplayers.org highlandsplayhouse.org highlandspac.org

Page 59 Page 74 Pages 75, 79

toys The Toy Store

Page 40 tRanspoRtation

Highlands Transportation Company Magnolia Concierge Services magnoliaconciergeservices.com

Page 128 Page 154

vacation Rentals Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chambers Realty Landmark Vacation Rentals Pebble Creek Village Silver Creek Real Estate Group

meadowsmountainrealty.com highlandsiscalling.com landmarkvacations.com pebble-creek.com ncliving.com

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