May 2017 by The Laurel Magazine of Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

HIGHLANDS AND CASHIERS

MAY 2017

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INSIDE THE LAUREL MAY 2017 EVENTS

Collective Spirits

Highlands PAC Concert Series

HISTORY

Garden Club Plant Sale

Symphony Chamber Chorus

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Carts and Horses

Art for a Cause

H-C Chamber Music

102

Highlands History

Cashiers Library

Highlands PAC Satellite Series

104

Cashiers History

Camp Merrie-Woode

Julie Mann

Tailgate Market

Studio Alive

Dirty Dancing Screening Party

WNC Singers

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Mission Hospital

Village Nature Series

HCP’s 22nd Year

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Cellular Health

Highlands Weekend Music

Musician Lee Ladensack

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Many Paths, One Yoga

Dovecote Events

Hospice House Fundraiser

Village Square Art & Craft Show

SOAR Adventure Race

DINING 72

Main Street Bistro

Two Ingredient Triumph

Groovin’ on the Green

Skinny Bikini Smoothie

Highlands Motoring Festival

Highlands Wine Shoppe

Highlands Writers Group

Huge Plate of Yum

Acorns Trunk Show

Evenings at Lakeside

Author’s Tea

Dining Guide

Atlanta Boy Choir

Pawsitively Purrfect Party

Highlands Historical Society

Center for Life Enrichment

Winter Photo Contest Winner

45 Calender

THE ARTS

VENTURE OUT 88

Ranger Falls

White Breasted Nuthatch

For the Love of Lilac

Fly Fishing Bucket List

Highlands Biological Station

Golf Talk

The Art of Pauline Marr

National Trails Day

Highlands Playhouse

Highlands Audubon Society

H-C Art League

HEALTH

HOMES & LIFESTYLES 114

Revel in Serenity

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Financial Talk

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Carry Your Home

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Highlands Hurricanes

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Mountain Findings

GIVING BACK 90

Delaine Mehder, Volunteer

Forever Farm

Carpe Diem Farms

Big Brothers, Big Sisters

H-C Land Trust

BIZ SPOTLIGHT 130

Brookings Anglers

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Job Fair

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MAKING IT HAPPEN

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May on the mountain. Fear of frost is gone, patches of earth are tilled and planted. Before long, little sprouts will hint at the harvest of flavors to come. And so it is with the season on

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the plateau. Little sprouts of activity will lead us into a delicious season of things to see, events to enjoy and friends to share them all with. We at the Laurel are so excited at the promise of all that’s planted - and planned for this year. We look forward to savoring each monent

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DETAILS

GARDEN CLUB PLANT SALE The Mountain Garden Club’s always popular Plant Sale will be held at 9:00 A.M. Saturday, May 27, at the Highlands Ball Field.

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9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Rain or Shine Ball Field at Corner of Hickory Street and Hwy. 64

BY WILEY SLOAN

ome to the Mountain Garden Club’s 35th Annual Plant Sale for their hand dug, quality plants from local gardens. It’ll be held from 9:00 A.M. to noon Saturday, May 27, at the Highlands Ball Field, rain or shine. This fundraiser allows the club to fund its scholarship program for local students studying conservation and horticulture, plus support other programs including the club’s Youth Program at Highlands School, the gardens at Fidelia Eckerd Living Center, The Biological Station, and The Land Trust. Come early for a great selection of plants including cinnamon ferns, dahlias, toad trillium, columbine, miniature plants for your fairy garden, and lots more. New this year, a raffle with multiple winners for great prizes, including an elegant container garden, a saw-toothed shovel, a hand-crafted garden bench, a tree and more. There will be 10 winners in all. Tickets are $1 each or six for

Saturday, May 27

$5. You can purchase them from club members at locations throughout Highlands or at the Ball Field the day of the sale. This is always a headliner event, so come early for best selection. Bring your wagon or sled and fill them to the brim.

Perennials, Native Plants and Ferns Miniature Gardens New This Year : Raffle with 10 Amazing Prizes Funds the Mountain Garden Club Scholarship Fund and Community Outreach

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ART FOR A CAUSE BY MARY ALICE GRANT CASHIERS ROTARY CLUB

Some of the Southeastâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest artisans will be displaying their wares at the 10th Annual Art for a Cause, set for Saturday and Sunday, May 27 and 28, at the Village Green in Cashiers. This festival, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley, is a major fundraiser for a host of local charities.

or the past 10 years, the Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley has helped transform The Village Green in Cashiers into a living, breathing art space. Art for a Cause, brings extremely talented and skilled artisans from throughout the Southeast and beyond to this bi-annual event, which raises money for the underserved in our community. This Memorial Day weekend is even more special, as Art for a Cause turns 10. The show takes place on Saturday, May 27, and Sunday, May 28, from 10:0 0 A.M. to 5:0 0 P.M. both days, rain or shine. Browse one-of-a-kind pieces from more than 85 painters, sculptors, jewelers, wood and

metal workers, quilters, toy and instrument crafters, soap and condiment makers, and more. While admission is free, a suggested donation of $3-5 is appreciated. Proceeds from the show go to benefit the many local charities, non-profit organizations, community projects, and scholarship recipients supported by the club. To date, the club has raised and distributed more than $1 million to those doing good work in the community. Meals on Wheels, the Boys & Girls Club of WNC, Fishes & Loaves Food Pantry, the Blue Ridge Free Dental Clinic, Rise Against Hunger, the Vecinos Farmworker Health Program, and

the CART (Coins for Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Research Trust) Fund are just a few of the community efforts Cashiers Rotary supports. The club has also recently made a commitment to helping keep our talented and skilled workers at home by funding continuing education opportunities to those who live and work in our area. So join us for a celebratory weekend of fine arts, local crafts, family fun, stunning scenery and old-fashioned philanthropy in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Village Green is located at the intersection of Highways 64 and 107 in beautiful Cashiers, North Carolina. For more information, go to CashiersRotary.org.

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A VIBRANT SEASON BY LUKE OSTEEN

There’s nothing sleepy about Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library as it embraces the season.

lbert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library is fully embracing this most vibrant of seasons with a pair of programs. First up, the Friends of the Library is offering a Garden Talk Lecture about the wonders and mysteries of gardening by Mary Palmer Dargan at 4:00 P.M. Thursday, May 25. Ms. Dargan has won a national following thanks to her series of books – “Lifelong Landscape Design,” “Timeless Landscape Design: The Four Part Master Plan,” and “The Birth and Evolution of the English Kitchen Garden.” Her master classes are routinely sold out and

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her beguiling Dovecote Garden & Porch Delight has become a cherished tourist destination in Cashiers. Her passion for plants is demonstrated in her role as an accredited Horticultural Judge with the Garden Club of America. Everyone is invited to attend this presentation. May marks the unveiling of the library’s Summer Reading Program, a favorite activity of local children and those just visiting for the season. This year’s theme is “Build A World” and invites young people to discover the magic of the world through the simple act of reading. Supplementing those lessons

will be appearances by Professor Whiz Pop, whose love of science is delivered through an extremely silly show; and Ron Cromer, The Snake Man, who arrives with a truck load of snakes and lizards for an up-close presentation that’s become a summer tradition. The Summer Reading Program includes a scavenger hunt, puzzles, funny stuff, and, for everyone who participates, prizes and surprises. All of the programs are free and open to the public. For information, call Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library at (828) 743-0215.

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ONE HUNDRED SUMMERS BY LINDSAY GARNER HOSTETLER CAMP MERRIE-WOODE

Camp Merrie-Woode is publishing a lavish book celebrating its glorious 100-year history.

amp Merrie-Woode, a nonprofit summer camp for girls in Sapphire, is preparing to celebrate its 100th summer next year. To kick off the centennial celebrations, they will be publishing a book, “Camp Merrie-Woode: 100 Years of Following the Gleam.” This beautifully designed, hardcover coffee table book, will document the history and legacy of Camp Merrie-Woode, as well as showcasing local history of the Cashiers area and Jackson County, in over 200 pages with stunning imagery and significant archival material. Award-winning author Laurie Shock of Shock Book Designs, is working with MerrieWoode to write, design, and publish the finished product. Laurie and Lindsay Hostetler, Merrie-Woode’s resident historian, spent years gathering in-depth research on the history of Merrie-Woode, unearthing a trea-

sure trove of information, dispelling some old myths, and discovering a collection of inspiring stories. “The story of Merrie-Woode is really a human story,” says Hostetler. “The most amazing people have made their way into Camp’s little valley here at the base of Old Bald over almost a century. Not only Camp’s founders, Dammie Day and Mary Turk, but Neal Zachary who worked as Camp’s caretaker and lost a son in the Battle of the Bulge; Head Counselor Dot Casey who influenced women’s collegiate sports on a national level; Countess Judith Barczy Gyurky, Camp’s riding director, who saved an entire breed line of royal Hungarian horses from perishing in World War II. Each one of these people and many more has a fascinating tale, making the collective story of Merrie-Woode one of love, sacrifice, triumph, loss, imagination, and bravery.” “Upon digging into the archival materi-

als, the hundreds of images, quotes, and compelling stories became a documentary ‘time travel joy ride’ revealing a legacy that is as rich as any I’ve ever seen,” said Shock. “One of the most exciting discoveries was learning about the influential role the camp’s founder played in the early camp movement in the United States. I believe people will be inspired to read how the world Dammie created with Merrie-Woode holds a significant place in our country’s history on multiple levels, not the least of which is through shaping the lives of thousands of young girls…for nearly 100 years.” Order your copy of Camp Merrie-Woode’s Centennial Book! All books ordered by June 1 will ship by Christmas of 2017. Each book will be sold for $100, with all proceeds going to the CMW Endowment Fund. Order online at merriewoode.com/activities/publications/ or call the Camp office (828) 743-3300.

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ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TAILGATING TIME AGAIN BY ANN SELF

THE VILLAGE GREEN

The Village Green Tailgate Market, set for Wednesdays from 3:00 to 6:00 P.M. at the Village Green Commons, begins May 24.

he Village Green Tailgate Market opens its second season on Wednesday, May 24, at The Village Green Commons on Frank Allen Road next to the Cashiers Post Office. The market is a seasonal Wednesday community event every week from 3:00 to 6:00 P.M. and features a full range of local foods produced sustainably. Vendors at the market sell seasonal produce as well as naturally-raised meat and dairy. The market features fruits and vegetables but also goat cheese, fresh eggs, sausage and bacon, grass-fed poultry, certified Angus beef, as well as locally sourced trout. Homemade foods such as tasty granolas, freshly baked bread, and delicious dips and spreads are also sold. Local folk musicians often add to the market atmosphere. Items are always locally sourced, so by purchasing local goods, money is recycled back into the local economy. Vendors have a direct hand in providing the foods they sell. Their passion yields the highest quality, and they are happy to share their knowledge as well as tasty tips with customers. The Village Green provides a beautiful, free public space, however it is conserved by a nonprofit organization that depends on contributions to maintain the park and provide such an exceptional venue for the community. To learn more about The Village Green, visit villagegreencashiersnc.com.

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DIRTY DANCING PREMIERE High Hampton Inn invites you to share in an all-day celebration of the premiere of ABC’s “Dirty Dancing.”

igh Hampton Inn and Country Club invites you to The “Dirty Dancing” Screening Party. “Dirty Dancing” is an upcoming musical television film adaptation of the 1987 film of the same name, premiering on ABC on May 24. Filming of this version of “Dirty Dancing” was filmed on the High Hampton property during May of 2016 so many scenes will look familiar to local audiences. High Hampton Inn has planned a fun, one-day event centered around the television premiere where you and your friends will have the time of your life recreating the summer of 1963 at the Kellerman’s Mountain House Lodge. Get in the spirit and come dressed in your favorite 50s or 60s classic themed attire. Experience old time fun and games through-

High Hampton Inn out the day such as croquet, bocce ball, cornhole and badminton or, if you’d rather, traditional tea time with popcorn and finger sandwiches will be held mid-afternoon. At 5:00 P.M. for those wanting to polish the floor, a 50s- and 60s-themed band and live dancers will keep the joint hopping all while you sip and enjoy signature cocktails from our cash bar of the era. For those who haven’t seen the original “Dirty Dancing” or need a refresh, no worries, TVs throughout the Main Lodge will be playing the original film the entire day for your viewing pleasure.

Beginning at 8:00 P.M. the musical screening premiere of ABC’s “Dirty Dancing” will take place. Enjoy an extensive, delicious dinner buffet including Shrimp Cocktail, Chef-Carved Prime Rib with Au Jus and, of course, our favorite Fried Chicken (just to name a few) along with a mouthwatering array of 1960’s themed desserts, even the traditional, historical Hummingbird Cake. High Hampton Inn has so much planned for you, please come and enjoy the party, but remember to RSVP at (828) 743-6500.

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SOMETHING TO HOWL ABOUT The shy Red Wolf takes the spotlight for the premiere 2017 program of the Village Nature Series, 5:30 P.M. Tuesday, May 30, at The Village Green Commons in Cashiers.

olves have been demonized and misunderstood for much of history. As a result, wolf populations have become imperiled. The ďŹ rst program of the Village Nature Series 2017 will highlight the endangered Red Wolf. Many people are familiar with the Western Gray Wolf, but know little about the Red Wolf native to this region. Ben Prater, Southeast Program Director of Defenders of Wildlife, will present information on this threatened species at 5:30 P.M. Tuesday, May 30, at The Village Green Commons in Cashiers. Only a few decades ago, the howls and cries of the red wolf could be heard in these mountains. Now, with less than 50 living in the wild, red wolves are dangerously close to extinction. For this reason, Prater cannot ignore the silence of these animals that can no longer be heard. He will share his experience in

the effort to recover the red wolf population. He will also relate the challenges and obstacles to conserve this prized species in our area. The Village Nature Series is sponsored by the Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust and The Village Green as part of their shared mission to protect and preserve the land and natural resources. The monthly presentations provide educational opportunities to learn about distinctive features of the area for residents and visitors to the Highlands-Cashiers community. The free programs are the last Tuesday of each month from May through September at The Village Green Commons on Frank Allen Road near the Cashiers post ofďŹ ce. For more information, visit villagegreencashiersnc.com or contact The Village Green at (828) 743-3434 or info@villagegreencashiersnc.com.

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Grandpa’s Cough Medicine

TOE-TAPPIN’AND FINGER-SNAPPIN’ BY MARY JANE MCCALL

The Highlands summer nightscape comes alive with the Friday Night Live and Saturdays on Pine concert series. The performances are free and everyone is invited.

armer spring evenings make us want to kick up our heels a bit and there’s no more fun place to join your friends and neighbors and shake a leg than the Friday Night Live and Saturdays on Pine outdoor concerts. Friday Night Live performances take place at the Highlands Town Square from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Saturdays on Pine are at the Kelsey- Hutchinson Founders Park on Pine Street and also begin at 6:00. Friday Night Live is part of the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina, an initiative led by the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area Partnership and the North Carolina Arts Council. Their vision is to strengthen

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the cultural heritage of our communities by increasing opportunities for people to hear, learn about, and enjoy the unique music that has been performed and enjoyed in the North Carolina mountains and foothills for generations. Friday Night Live is proud to play a part in keeping these music traditions alive. Crowd favorite Tallulah River Band starts this year’s Friday Night Live series with their lively bluegrass sounds on Friday, May 19. The next Friday, May 26, prepare to be entertained by Silly Ridge Round-up, a versatile, energetic Highlands-based band playing bluegrass favorites. Southern Highlands hits the stage on Friday, June 2. This multi-

generational group epitomizes the tradition of each generation handing down their musical heritage to the next. The Saturdays on Pine concerts at Founders Park offer a little something for every musical taste with their summer concert series. The lively bluegrass trio Grandpa’s Cough Medicine kicks things off on June 3. Just like a good, strong dose of medicine, this band’s blistering sounds promise to cure your ills and get you on your feet. Bring your lawn chairs and a picnic and join the fun. Highlands Chamber of Commerce sponsors both of these concert series. For more information, visit highlandschamber.org or call (828) 526-2112.

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DOVECOTE EVENTS Dovecote dives into this most beautiful of seasons with a flurry of events and activities.

t’s time to spruce up your garden and get ready for the summer season. Join us at Dovecote for several stimulating events that will put the shine on your home environment. New this year are Cocktails in the Garden − A great time to “sip and chat” as we enjoy a walkabout discussing plants and garden design. It’ll be staged from 5:30 to 6:30 P.M. Thursday, May 25. Learn about our favorite garden cocktails this time of year and brainstorm how your garden can be eco-friendly and beautiful all summer long. This is free. The Friends of the Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library will host “Garden Design: Landscapes that Fit Your Lifestyle like a Glove,” in the Library’s Meeting Room, 4:00 P.M. Thursday, May 25. This presentation is free and will be followed by a stroll to Dovecote’s garden and new pavilion for cocktails and conversation. Dovecote will offer an EcoGarden Design Course on Friday, May 12. This session will focus on seeds, heritage plants and design. There’s a fee for this presentation. On Friday, May 26, we’ll present a second EcoGarden Design Course, this one examining techniques for “Designing Your Garden into Your Lifestyle.” There’ll be a fee for this session. For information on the courses and to save your place, please contact Mary Palmer Dargan, RLA, at Mpdargan@dargan. com or call (828) 743-0307. The programs sponsored by Dargan Landscape Architects, serving the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau for 23 years. Heads up for the Cashiers Historical Society’s 2017 Jan Wyatt symposium! Dargan Landscape Architects is chairing the “Heirloom Garden Symposium: Gardens of the Cashiers Plateau” on Wednesday, June 21. Speakers include Eric Jackson of Old Salem on heirloom plants, Mary Palmer Dargan on early American kitchen gardens, and Wildcrafter Supreme Ila Hatter on preparing delicious heritage meals. There will be vendors and a plant swap in the afternoon. Tickets are limited to this free event. For information and tickets, contact Cashiers Historical Society at (828) 743-7710.

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HOSPICE HOUSE FUNDRAISER BY JENNY KING

Hospice House Foundation will host a fundraising dinner at the exclusive Canyon Kitchen, complete with music, an auction, and a presentation by author Hattie Bryant.

ospice House Foundation of Western North Carolina is in the midst of an ambitious fundraising campaign. Its Capital Campaign goal for construction of a hospice inpatient facility is $5 million and, to date, it’s raised over $ 2.5 million (including two challenge grants totaling $1.3 million). Contingent upon their fundraising success, they anticipate the new Hospice House in Franklin could begin serving patients as early as 2019. In support of this mission, Canyon Kitchen in Cashiers will be the venue for an evening with author and educator Hattie Bryant, Wednesday, May 10. This fundraising event will offer an exquisite meal created by award-winning Executive Chef Adam Hayes, along with live music, a silent auction, and an informative and entertaining

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presentation by Bryant, who’ll be discussing her book, “I’ll Have it My Way: Taking Control of End of Life Decisions.” Guests will receive a copy of the book. The Hospice House Foundation of WNC Inc. was incorporated in August 2005. The organization was founded by a group of hospice volunteers, two hospice medical directors, and a family physician, who, in the course of caring for patients and in conversation with patient families, recognized the critical need for an inpatient hospice facility in our community. The SECU Hospice House will serve hospice patients in Jackson, Macon, Swain, Graham, Clay, and Cherokee counties as well as the Qualla Boundary, and North Georgia. At the Hospice House, the patient’s needs will be fulfilled. Birth and death

Canyon Kitchen are the two most sacred events of life. Hospice inpatient facilities provide patients and their families and caregivers a home-like atmosphere combined with compassionate, professional, dignified care at end of life. For more information on how you might attend the Hospice House Foundation Fundraiser at Canyon Kitchen on May 10, contact Phyllis Racine at (828) 524-8261 or visit HHFWNC.org. Should you want to donate directly, please make checks payable to Hospice House Foundation of WNC and mail them to PO Box 815, Franklin, NC 28744. To pledge your support over five years with annual installment payments, please call Michele Alderson, President of HHFWNC at (828) 524-6375. Donations may also be made at HHFWNC.org.

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DRIVE 4UR COMMUNITY BY JENNY KING

Mitzi and Hammond Rauers

An innovative program created by Hammond and Bryan Rauers of Franklin Ford and Hammond’s wife, Mitzi Rauers of Berkshire Hathaway Meadows Mountain Realty will boost the fortunes of Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park in Highlands.

ammond and Bryan Rauers, co-owners of Franklin Ford in Franklin, together with Hammond’s wife, Mitzi Rauers, of Berkshire Hathaway Meadows Mountain Realty, are offering a fund-raising event for the benefit of the Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park on Saturday, May 20 from 9:00 A.M. until 12:30 P.M. The “Drive 4 Ur Community” program is an expansion of the “Drive 4 Ur School” program, both of which are a joint effort of Franklin Ford and Ford Motor Company. The program began three years ago, and in that time Franklin Ford has donated over $22,000 to local schools. The program involves a request for a short test drive in a new Ford, and Franklin Ford and Ford Motor Company then donate $20 for every test drive given on that day. This year they expanded the pro-

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gram to include communities, and the Rauers chose Founders Park as this year’s recipient. “We are very thankful for the vision and inspiration of Nick Bazan, as well as the benevolence and generosity of the Williams Family, the McPhails and other residents of Highlands,” said Hammond Rauers, who looks forward to raising funds for the completion of the park. Founders Park has become a favorite of residents and visitors. Mitzi Rauers sums its importance up best − “Our little park is a unique place in the mountains. It brings people together in so many ways, in every month of the year.” Nick Bazan, President of Friends of Founders Park, says that, “Fundraising for the completion of the park is our main concern and this offer from the folks at Franklin

Ford and Mitzi Rauers of Berkshire Hathaway Meadows Mountain Realty is a great example of the support and commitment to the park by our fellow citizens living and working in the Highlands community.” The goal this year is 300 individual test drives which will generate a total of $6,000 from Franklin Ford. Mitzi Rauers and Berkshire Hathaway Meadows Mountain Realty have agreed to contribute an additional $1,000 provided that the goal is reached. Mr. Rauers urges everyone to participate: “This is a perfect opportunity to provide the needed funds to complete the renovations on our beautiful little park and we urge every person living in the area to please come to Founders Park on Saturday, May 20, and take that short test drive in a new Ford. It will mean so much to all of us.”

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VILLAGE SQUARE ART & CRAFT SHOW BY CYNTHIA STRAIN

The Highlands Village Square Art and Craft Show returns to Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park for a pair of summer shows – June 24-25 and August 26-27.

t’s not too early to start planning your summer calendar. Be sure to mark June 24 and 25 and August 26 and 27 for the Highlands Village Square Art & Craft Shows. It wouldn’t be summer in Highlands without these much-loved festivals which feature regionally made fine art, crafts, and rustic furniture. High standards mean shoppers will find good quality products to enhance their homes and lives or to share as gifts. Many of the over 75 artisans will be familiar to past shoppers. Marcus Thomas is a brilliant painter in spite of (and because

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of) being a quadriplegic. Vicki Ferguson of Highlands is a fine artist whose tent filled with creative and whimsical animal art is always busy. Others include Dean Epperson’s rustic tables; Roy Owenby’s folksy books about mountain culture; painter Sue Gouse; blacksmith Wesley Angel; Cashiers leather worker Diane Brady; and local jeweler Lee Byers. Look for new faces too, such as Chile Today-Hot Tamale chile sauces by the Battens of Madison, Georgia, and remarkable jewelry by Megan Austin of Canton, Georgia.

Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park on Pine Street is the beautiful setting for both shows. The festive atmosphere includes food and live music, plus an interactive water fountain for the kids. The Village Square Art & Craft Shows are now sponsored by Rotary of Highlands Mountaintop. Part of the proceeds will go toward improvements and upkeep of the park. There is no cost for admission. For more information, call show coordinator Cynthia Strain at Mill Creek Gallery & Framing (828) 787-2021. You can also follow the shows’ Facebook page.

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SOAR FOR MORE BY MARY JANE MCCALL

The Special Operations Adventure Race will benefit the families of wounded and fallen warriors with a set of grueling races on June 10 in Highlands. A fundraising dinner will be held the night before at the Highlands Civic Center. For more information, visit soarhighlands.org.

his year marks the 16th year that a dedicated group of volunteers in Highlands will sponsor the Special Operations Adventure Race (SOAR), to support the efforts and programs of the Special Operations Warrior Foundation. The Special Operations Warrior Foundation is a nonprofit organization that provides needed support for the wounded and fallen men and women of Special Operations Forces and their families. They provide College scholarships for the surviving children of fallen Special Operations Forces; family and educational counseling, including in-home tutoring, as well as advocacy support; and, immediate $3,000 financial grants to severely-wounded Special Operations Forces service members when emergency funds are so critically needed. This year the race will be held on June 10, 2017 and will allow solo racers and teams of two, three, or four to test their mettle against our mountainous terrain, while running, cycling, canoeing, rappelling, and orienteering to raise funds for this special cause. This event is a true test of mind, body, and spirit and entrants can enter the 6-hour Sprint race, or the 12-hour Elite race. There are categories for male, female and coeds in each race. Race director, Nate Kreuter, is particularly excited to announce that â&#x20AC;&#x153;for the first time our race is a regional qualifier for the US Adventure Racing Association National Championships. Because of this status, we expect the race to attract more racers than in years past, and a higher caliber of competition.â&#x20AC;? Winners of the male, female and coed divisions in the 12 hour race will qualify to compete in the 2017 USARA National Championship. The winning coed team will also receive a voucher for $400 towards its registration in the championship event. On Friday, June 9, 2017 there will be a fundraiser pasta dinner at the Highlands Civic Center from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. The cost of the dinner is $10.00, and everyone is encouraged to come out and support this worthwhile cause. Carryout will also be available. For more information about SOAR, please visit their website at soarhighlands.org.

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PLATE FULL OF BLUES

Mac Arnold & Plate Full of Blues

BY MARY JANE MCCALL

Mac Arnold & Plate Full of Blues launches the Cashiers Groovin’ on the Green series with a free concert at the Cashiers Village Green at 6:30 P.M. Saturday, May 27. For information, call (828) 743-8428 or email gcama2015@gmail.com.

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Groovin’, on a summer afternoon,” has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it? The Rascals captured that carefree summer feeling in their 60’s hit, and Cashiers hits that same note with the popular Groovin’ on the Green concert series. These concerts, sponsored by the Greater Cashiers Area Merchants Association and the Village Green, kick off for the season on Memorial Day weekend. The first concert of the series is on Saturday (note the day), May 27, from 6:30 P.M. until 8:30 P.M. with the soulful, blues sound of Mac Arnold & Plate Full of Blues. Born in South Carolina and raised on a sharecropper’s farm, Mac began his musical career when he and his brother Leroy fashioned homemade guitars from a steel trash can,

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wood, nails and screen wire, and began polishing their sounds. His impressive career has included playing with blues legends James Brown, Muddy Watters and BB King, as well as playing a four-year stint as part of the set band on the popular television series, “Soul Train”. Don’t miss this chance to hear this blues legend. On Friday, June 2, the concerts move to their regular Friday night slot with “The Voice” contestant Geoff McBride taking the stage. Judge Christina Aguilera declared, “the very first note you hit blew me away” and this evening’s concert promises to deliver that same flawless sound. Though heavily influenced by soul music, Geoff’s powerful vocal range allows him to cover everything from gospel, pop, and R & B, to

rock and romantic ballads. Concerts start at 6:30 P.M. rain or shine and admission is always free (donations are appreciated). Bring your lawn chairs, kids, dogs, guests, friends and family and join us for a great time! Don’t forget to pack a picnic and bring a cooler with your favorite beverages. If you don’t have time to plan ahead and prepare a picnic, just stop at one of the local eateries and order a to-go meal or choose a variety of food items from our food vendors on site. We’ll see you on the Green. For more information or concert sponsorship opportunities, please call GCAMA at (828) 743-8428 or email gcama2015@gmail.com.

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FESTIVAL WITH ALTITUDE BY MARY JANE MCCALL | PHOTOS BY BERNIE COULSON

The four-day Highlands Motoring Festival, set for June 8-11, is a celebration of the beauty and engineering artistry of classic, exotic automobiles from all over the world.

he Highlands Motoring Festival weekend, June 8-11, brings a bevy of exotic, classic cars and driving enthusiasts to Highlands for one of the Southeast’s premier motoring events. Known as the “Festival with Altitude,” this celebration of the automobile draws a large following year after year. This year’s theme is “Cars of Italy,” and event organizers are excited to announce several changes in weekend events geared toward bringing a bit of European flair to the mountains. Gone is the formal gala that normally kicks off the weekend and in its stead is Monte Carlo Casino Night on Thursday, June 8, from 7:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M. at Highlands Falls Country Club. Volunteers, including members of Highlands Rotary Club, will bring the Monte Carlo experience to the festival. It has been many years since Highlands had a casino night fundraiser. Friday, June 9, is the ever-popular One Lap of the Mountains, featuring a new route of less-traveled roads around the Blue Ridge Parkway. This popular driving event is a detailed road rally but is noncompetitive. Participants will gather for coffee and a light breakfast at KelseyHutchinson Founders Park and then depart

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for the day’s drive. Lunch will be at the famed Pisgah Inn, renowned for fabulous food and breathtaking views. There is a registration fee for this event and a limited number of registrations available. The Classic Car Show will be staged from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Saturday, June 10, at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park. Organizers expect 125 entrants and more than 2,500 visitors for this dazzling event. The early registration fee to enter a car is $35. There is no charge for spectators, but donations to REACH are appreciated. The Motoring Festival Committee and hardworking volunteers work year-round to ensure this festival’s success. This year they are encouraging anyone interested in helping out to become a Friend of the Motoring Festival by volunteering to help out at the car show on Saturday. Interested volunteers should call Jerry Hermanson at (828) 526-9647 to sign up. The Festival wraps up on Sunday, June 11 with Cars and Coffee on Main Street from 9:00 until 11:00 A.M. This year all proceeds from the four-day event go to REACH of Macon County, a nonprofit dedicated to helping victims of domestic violence. For more information, please visit highlandsmotoringfestival.com.

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HOT OFF THE PRESS The fruits of Highlands’ thriving literary community will be on full display with a launch party for its new anthology, set for 3:00 P.M. Friday, May 12, at The Ugly Dog Pub. Everyone is invited.

ighlands has always had its share of famous authors visiting or living in the area like Sandra Brown, Ron Rash, Cassandra King, and Pat Conroy. Have I dropped enough names to get your attention? However, for the last twenty years there has been a steady group of lesser-known wanna-be’s who simply like to write and meet on Thursdays at The Hudson Library at 1:30 P.M. We welcome writers of all ages and stages. In the beginning, Anne Doggett, Marda Burton, Linda Anderson, Tony Chambers, and J. Jay Joannides got the group going and finally, Linda Anderson, our present leader, decided it was time to publish our very first anthology. Linda is the author of several books, most recently “So Late So Soon.” The writers in our group sent in submissions and J. Jay Joannides did the eclectic art throughout the book and on the cover.

The anthology is dedicated to Anne Major Doggett. Anne was born in Anderson, South Carolina, the mother of seven, and taught writing at the University of Tennessee in Chattanooga. Anne first came to Highlands with her grandparents. She and her husband, Lewis, fell in love as children horseback riding in Highlands and eventually moved here full time. Anne now takes a back seat, but for many years, she was the inspiration, encourager, and backbone that kept us together. We are proud to host a Hot Off The Press Party and book signing at The Ugly Dog Pub from 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. Friday, May 12. Come… Sit… Buy a Book. We’ll have wine and cheese, a short dedication and a few readings. Perhaps, if you drink enough wine, you’ll take a book home or give as a gift. Don’t forget Mothers Day is on Sunday. Proceeds from the book go to The Hudson Library.

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SEASON OF SHOWS BY JENNY KING

Acorns Boutique’s trunk shows spotlight designer treasures gathered from across the globe.

corns Boutique at Old Edwards Inn and Spa opens their season of trunk shows this month. Now through September you’ll have the opportunity to shop the finest in designer clothing, jewelry, and accessories for the home. The first trunk show, May 19 and 20, will be Temple St. Clair Jewelry. She’s recognized for her iconic rock crystal pendants and whimsical use of gemstones, which have gained her a devoted following of collectors. She began her partnership with the world’s finest goldsmiths, the centuries-old Florentine Jewelers’ Guild. “Inspiration, craftsmanship, exquisite materials, connection to cultural history and tradition, telling a story − these are the elements that drive me as a designer and artist,” says St. Clair. Her experience with the guild taught her patience, dedication, and persistence. She considers herself honored to have been welcomed into their lives.

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There will be a multi-designer jewelry show May 26 and 27 with artists from all over the globe. Organizers of the event are excited to bring these designers to Acorns, “Wherever we go there are always requests for beautiful pearls, semi precious stones, and diamonds which enhance the beauty of every female. We look for unusual pieces that bring together wonderful artists from various parts of the world. From large to small we offer something for every taste.” These five women combine the finest in precious and semi-precious metals and gems to create their own unique lines. Claudia, Erin Gray, Karli Buxton, Mary Louise Designs, and Native Gem will each be represented and shoppers will be able to see them all under one roof. Trunk shows at Acorns Boutique are a highlight of the season and are always well attended. For more information on the entire schedule of designers shows at Acorns Bou-

Temple St. Clair tique, contact them at (828) 787-1877 or visit them online at OldEdwardsInn.com/Acorns.

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HUMC AUTHOR’S TEA BY WILEY SLOAN

Author Karen White reveals the magic style that informs her novels at a luncheon staged at Highlands United Methodist Church, 2:00 P.M. Saturday, June 24.

t is time to buy your tickets for the Fourth Annual Author’s Tea at Highlands United Methodist Church, to be held Saturday, June 24, from 2:0 0 to 4:0 0 P.M. For the past three years, this highly popular event has sold out quickly. Get your tickets early. Author Karen White, who hails from the Atlanta area, is well known for her award-winning style. Acclaimed by both The New York Times and USA Today as one of the most popular writers of the day, Karen’s books give you an escape from reality.

In addition to her mystery series based in Charleston, she continues to capture the hearts of readers with stories that include romance, history, antiques, and architecture, woven into a captivating storyline. Since her first book, “In the Shadow of the Moon,” published in 20 0 0, Karen has written steadily. Enjoy delicious finger sandwiches, and petit fours as you kibitz with friends and neighbors around tables adorned with crystal and fine china. Each of the table hostesses displays her creative style

through the table’s décor. You’ll also get to hear the author tell some of the background of her recent book, “The Night the Lights Went Out.” Learn how this Southern woman was influenced by growing up in London. Tickets are only $25 each. Don’t delay, the tables sell out fast. Call the church office at (828) 526 -3376 or Event Coordinator Gay Kattel at (828) 526 -2746. Proceeds will help the church raise funds for its new Faith and Fellowship Center. For more information, go to highlandsmethodist.org.

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Choir Officers observing Stell Huie as he incorporates the Atlanta Boy Choir.

BOY CHOIR HONORS STELL HUIE The Atlanta Boy Choir returns to Highlands with a special concert to honor its founding attorney, Highlander Stelle Huie, at 5:30 P.M. Sunday, May 21, at Highlands Presbyterian Church. Admission is free and open to the public.

he Grammy Award-winning Atlanta Boy Choir under the direction of Maestro Fletcher Wolfe will present a concert on Sunday, May 21, at 5:30 P.M. at the Highland’s Presbyterian Church to honor W. Stell Huie, founding attorney of the choir some 60 years ago. Huie, well known to Highlands because of his musical abilities as a singer and event organizer, will perform in this concert, which will feature the 65 men and boys of this world-acclaimed choir. Also appearing in this concert, which will have instrumental accompaniment, is the famous opera star Indra Thomas. Ms. Thomas has sung leading roles in all the famous opera houses including The Metropolitan and Covent Garden. Last season Ms. Thomas was heard at the Spoleto Festival in the roll of Serena in “Porgy and Bess.” A very special feature of the program this year will include the piece entitled “I Never Saw Another Butterfly.” This work is based upon poems by young Jewish children who perished during World War II under the Nazis at Theresienstadt, a concentration camp in Poland. The Atlanta Boy Choir has visited this camp several times while performing in Poland and a narration depicting this tragic story has been told by many famous people, including Composer Gian Carlo Menotti. For the Highlands performance, the narration will be given by actress Mira Hirsh. The choir, still under the direction of Founder Fletcher Wolfe, has had many connections to Highlands. Wolfe directed the music at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation for many years and now the church’s music director is Dr. Robert Henry, Maestro Wolfe’s assistant director and accompanist. Dr. Henry, one of America’s most talented pianists, has just been made head of the prestigious Piano Department at Kennesaw State University in Atlanta. Admission to this concert is free and open to the public. Some front row seating will be reserved for those wishing to contribute to help some of the choir’s needy boys. You may get these by calling the choir at (404) 378-0064 or email at info@atlantaboychior.org. The choir leaves later this month for Nova Scotia, Canada, where they will perform at three major concert venues.

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PAWSITIVELY PURRFECT PARTY BY DAVID STROUD

CASHIERS-HIGHLANDS HUMANE SOCIETY

The Pawsitively Purrfect Party at the exquisite Country Club of Sapphire Valley, set for June 19, is an unforgettable fundraiser for the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society. For tickets or more information, call (828) 743-5759 or email info@chhumanesociety.org.

hen you first arrive at the beautiful and exquisite Country Club of Sapphire Valley, you know the night is going to be special. From the spectacular views on the Mountain Veranda to the elegant dining experience in the Sapphire Room, there is only one thing that could make this party more perfect. Pawsitively Purrfect, as a matter of fact. And that’s to combine this uniquely stunning venue with a night of fundraising and “fun-raising” to support the shelter pets at the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society. Pawsitively Purrfect Party is our annual gala that kicks off the social season on the Plateau in grand style! Join us at the luxuri-

ous Country Club of Sapphire Valley and enjoy a magical evening featuring cocktails, an exquisite dinner, live and silent auction, and dancing. Auction items include one-of-a-kind works of art, exclusive private dinner parties, vacation getaways to exotic locales, golf packages, gift certificates from local retail merchants and area restaurants, and much more. Pawsitively Purrfect Party is Monday, June 19, beginning at 5:30 P.M. and tickets are $195 per person ($390 per couple). To purchase tickets or for more information, please call (828) 743-5759 or email info@ chhumanesociety.org. Make plans today to be a part of this elegant evening to support the rescued animals at the Cashiers-

Highlands Humane Society! Established in 1987, the Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society is a private 501(c) (3) not-for-profit animal welfare organization and no-kill shelter that receives no federal, state, or county tax dollars, and no funding from any national animal group. CHHS relies solely on donations, grants, bequests and special events to further our mission of rescue, compassionate care, spay/neuter and finding forever homes for nearly 50 0 abandoned and neglected animals each year. We’re located on Highway 64 in Sapphire, two miles east of the Cashiers Crossroads and open from 10:0 0 A.M. to 4:0 0 P.M. Monday through Saturday.

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The Inn at Half-Mile Farm

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Highlands Historical Society is planning a summer of parties, meals and fun lessons. For information, call (828) 787-1050.

t’s true that the Highlands Historical Society’s annual Dahlia Festival isn’t until September but it’s not too early to think about entering. Not a gardener? You can support the society by attending any number of exciting events prior to the flower show itself. This year’s patron party, Denim and Dulcimers, will be held on the campus of Highlands Historical Society on September 14; but there will be lively parties all summer long, ending with the Dahlia Festival Weekend and the show, September 14 through 16. “The Vittles of Summer 2017 offers six opportunities to support the society, beginning in June,” says committee chair Judy Taylor. “All of these festivities are being

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held at historic sites, and most will have a representative from the Highlands Historical Society to interpret the connection to our community. We hope these events will attract many of our locals as well as seasonal residents. We’ll offer good food, fine libations, and many stories about our town’s history that you may not know... wars, ghosts and much more.” A very special Appalachian Dinner will be held at The Inn at Half-Mile Farm on August 8, sponsored by the Old Edwards Inn & Spa. Tapas & Moonshine will be held at Mountain Top Wine, with stories about Highlands Moccasin War, which is featured in historian Ran Shaffner’s book, “Heart of the Blue Ridge.” Another gathering, Flapjacks & Bloody Marys, will be held

on Kettle Rock at noon Sunday, July 23, with dialogue about Lamira Sullivan, who used to host the same Sunday Brunches many years ago. A Canning Luncheon will be held on Thursday, August 17, at a local restaurant and will feature a Highlands native teaching participants the age-old tradition of canning. One other event will be held at the historic Howell Barn, located at the Highlands Country Club home of Frances and Obie Oakley, Highlands Historical Society’s 2017 president. Watch for more details as the season approaches. For more information and how you might attend the festival and enter your prize-winning dahlia, contact the Highlands Historical Society at (828) 787-1050.

BY BONNIE DAYTON

CENTER FOR LIFE ENRICHMENT

The Center for Life Enrichment’s May offerings explore the world of international relations, the dazzling services offered by Siri and the marvelous wildflower garden of Dick and Judy Allison. For more information or to register, call (828) 526-8811.

ou won’t want to miss the May lectures and classes at the Center for Life Enrichment. Headlines and news feeds constantly feature these two prominent world leaders − President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Dr. Niall Michelsen of Western Carolina University’s Political Science Department will present lectures on both men and the role each plays in today’s tumultuous world. Nigel Sixsmith is back at CLE for his sixth season, teaching us about all things Apple. He’ll launch with Siri, Apple’s digital personal assistant. Some might think Siri is only good

for looking up things, but she can actually do a great deal more. Siri may be hard to get used to, but once you understand her, she’s a wonderful servant. For example, you can have Siri create reminders, take notes, and set alarms. It can make changes to system settings. Siri will also adapt to your personal language and will tailor results individually to you. Nigel will also be teaching several classes on using the iPad and iPhone from beginner to intermediate, with emphasis on the extra features most people aren’t aware of. Color starts popping up everywhere in Highlands during the merry month of May

and to help us enjoy it, Dick and Judy Allison have opened up their spring wildflower garden for a tour. This joyful native garden will take your breath away. Judy will describe the flowers and her inspiration for its design. The Allisons are from Atlanta and have been a big part of the native plant scene in Highlands for over 20 years. These classes and lectures are just the tip of the iceberg in what promises to be the best season ever at the Center for Life Enrichment. For information on becoming a member or any of the classes and lectures offered please call (828) 526-8811 or visit clehighlands.org.

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WINNER WONDERLAND Hoyt Starkey’s “Winter in the South, selected from over 50 submissions, captures the stark beauty of a country snowscape.

ongratulations to Hoyt Starkey, Leah Singleton and BJ King! They were the top vote getters in our 2018 Winter Cover Photo Contest. Hundreds of the Laurel ’s Facebook family cast thousands of votes for over 50 photo entries in the annual photo contest. And the winner is...Hoyt Starkey. Hoyt’s beautiful photograph (left) will be featured on the cover of the Laurel ’s 2018 Winter edition. We thank everyone who entered and everyone who voted. Be sure to look for the Laurel’s 2018 Winter Edition with Hoyt’s photo, and details on how to enter and vote for next year’s contest.

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Leah Singleton

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• Wildflower Whimsy, a two-day event taking place Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6. Highlands Biological Station. highlandsbiological.org, (828) 526-2221. • Cashiers Area Job Fair, 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M., Saturday, May 6, Cashiers Community Library. For more information, visit www. Cashiers411.com or www.CashiersAreaChamber.com. • The Asheville Symphony Chamber Chorus free concert at Highlands First Presbyterian Church at 4:00 P.M. Sunday, May 7. • Hospice House Foundation Gala, 6:30 P.M., Wednesday, May 10. at Canyon Kitchen to benefit the Hospice Foundation of Western North Carolina, For reservations or more information, call Phyllis Racine at (828) 524-8261 or visit HHFWNC.org. • Evenings at Lakeside, to benefit Highlands United Methodist Church, Thursday, May 11, dinner starting at 5:30 P.M. Be certain to mention HUMC when making your reservations at (828) 526-9419. • Dovecote EcoGarden Design Course, Friday, May 12. This session will focus on seeds, heritage plants and design. For information on the courses and to save your place, please contact Mary Palmer Dargan, RLA, at Mpdargan@dargan.com or call (828) 743-0307. • Hot Off The Press Party and Book Signing by Highlands Writers Group in the celebration of the publishing of the very first Highlands Writers Group Anthology book, 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. Friday, May 12. at The Ugly Dog Pub. Proceeds from the book sales go to The Hudson Library. For more information: lindaanderson7@me.com. • Live via Satellite Series The MET Opera presents R. Strauss’ Der Rosenkavalier, 12:55 P.M Saturday, May 13, at the Highlands Performing Arts Center. Pre-opera discussion led by Beverly Wichman at 12:30 P.M. highlandspac.org or call (828) 526-9047 for more information and tickets. • Smitten’s Third Thursday features Plein air oil painter, Julie Mann, 5:30 P.M. Thursday, May 18, 468 Main Street, downtown Highlands. (828) 526-9300. • Highlands Cashiers Players present “Don’t Cry for Me, Margaret Mitchell,” Thursday through Sunday, May 18-21 and May 25-28 at the Highlands Performing Arts Center. Evening performances are at 7:30 P.M. and Sunday matinees are at 2:30 P.M. (828) 526-8084, www.HighlandsCashiersPlayers.org. • Cashiers Historical Society Zachary-Tolbert House opens first exhibit of the year, “Carts and Horses!” May 19 until June 18, cashiershistoricalsociety.org, (828) 743-7710. • Acorns Boutique at Old Edwards Inn and Spa season trunk shows: Temple St. Clair Jewelry May 19 and 20, Multi-designer jewelry show featuring Claudia, Erin Gray, Karli Buxton, Mary Louise Designs, and Native Gem May 26 and 27. (828) 787-1877. • Friday Night Live: Tallulah River Band on Friday, May 19; Silly Ridge Round-up on Friday, May 26; Southern Highlands Friday, June 2., 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Highlands Town Square. • “Drive 4 Ur Community” for the benefit of the Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park on Saturday, May 20 from 9:00 A.M. until 12:30 P.M. Offered by Hammond and Bryan Rauers, co-owners of Franklin Ford in Franklin, together with Mitzi Rauers, of Berkshire Hathaway Meadows Mountain Realty. • Live via Satellite Series The National Theatre of London presents Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, Saturday, May 20 at the Highlands Performing Arts Center. highlandspac.org or call (828) 526-9047 for more information and tickets. • The Atlanta Boy Choir special concert to honor its founding attorney, Highlander Stelle Huie, at 5:30 P.M. Sunday, May 21, at Highlands Presbyterian Church. Admission is free and open to the public. (404) 378-0064 or email at info@atlantaboychior.org. • Art League of Highlands-Cashiers May meeting owill feature South Carolina artist Pauline Marr, 5:00 P.M. on May 22 in the Atrium of The Bascom, following a wine social that begins at 4:30. The presenta-

tion and social are free and open to the public. For more information about the Art League, visit artleaguehighlands-cashiers.com. • Village Green Tailgate Market, set for Wednesdays begins Wednesday, May 24, 3:00 to 6:00 P.M. Wednesdays at the Village Green Commons, on Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC • High Hampton Inn and Country Club celebrating Dirty Dancing Screening Party, May 24. Fun and games throughout the day, Dance at 5:00 P.M. Musical screening premier of ABC’s Dirty Dancing 8:00p.m. Remember to RSVP at (828) 743-6500. • Garden Talk Lecture about the wonders and mysteries of gardening by Mary Palmer Dargan, 3:00 P.M. Thursday, May 25, Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library, Presented by Friends of the Library, (828) 743-0215. • Cocktails in the Garden - “sip and chat” during a walkabout discussing plants and garden design, 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Thursday, May 25, Dovecote. For information, please call (828) 743-0307. • Dovecote’s EcoGarden Design Course, 10:00 A.M., Friday, May 26, examining techniques for “Designing Your Garden into Your Lifestyle.” For information, please call (828) 743-0307. • Salamander Meander, 9:00 P.M., Friday, May 26, Highlands Biological Station. Join herpetologists on a night search to observe some of the area’s salamanders in the wild. Registration is required. Don’t forget to bring your flashlight! Ages 6-Adult, (828) 526-2602 • Scaly Mountain Women’s Club (SMWC) Pancake Breakfast, 7:30A.M until 10:30 A.M., Saturday, May 27, at the Scaly Mountain Historic School House. For more information about the club, please email info@scalymountainwomensclub.org. • Mountain Garden Club’s Plant Sale, 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M., Saturday, May 27, at the Highlands Ball Field, corner of Hickory Street and Highway 64. • 10th Annual Art for a Cause, 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Saturday and Sunday, May 27 and 28, at the Village Green in Cashiers, located at the intersection of Highways 64 and 107. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Cashiers, www.CashiersRotary.org. • Mac Arnold & Plate Full of Blues launches the Cashiers Groovin’ on the Green series with a free concert at the Cashiers Village Green at 6:30 P.M. Saturday, May 27. For information, call GCAMA at (828) 743-8428. • Village Nature Series “Hungry Like the Wolf” 5:30 P.M. Tuesday, May 30, at The Village Green Commons in Cashiers on Frank Allen Road. Sponsored by the Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust, villagegreencashiersnc.com, (828) 743-3434. • Betsy Paul Art Raffle, to benefit the Cashiers-Glenville Fire, Department, will feature the work of Justin Allman of FireMoss Pottery. The drawing will be held Wednesday, May 31. Tickets: (828) 743-0880. • Friends of Lake Glenville Welcome Cocktail Reception, 5:00 P.M., Wednesday, May 31, Trillium Links & Lake Club, (828) 743-2500, www.trilliumnc.com.

Weekly Events

EVERY MONDAY • Studio Alive: Life Drawing 10 am to 1 pm, The Bascom, (828) 526-4949, www.TheBascom.org • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 2:00, 5:00 and 8:00 P.M. , (828) 526-2695. EVERY TUESDAY • Dulcimer Club meets at 9:00 A.M., at Kelsey Hutchinson Park and at the Highlands Methodist Church in case of bad weather, Free beginner lessons at the church at 1:30 P.M. (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. • Studio Alive - Live Model, 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M., Calderone Gallery, (706) 746-5540. • Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M., Albert Carlton Library. (828) 743-0215. • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 2:00 , 5:00 and 8:00 P.M. , (828) 526-2695. • Community Dinners, 6:00 P.M. at the Highlands Community Building on Highway 64, just past the ball field. There is no charge for the meal and all are welcome. EVERY WEDNESDAY • Highlands Mountaintop Rotary, 7:30 A.M., Hospital dining room. • Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley, 8:00 A.M., Cashiers United Methodist Church, (828) 743-2243. • Community Studio Art Session – Art Your Way, 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M., Hudson Library, (828) 526-3031. • Children’s Storytime Hour 11:00 A.M. Albert Carlton Library at (828) 743-0215. • Cashiers Quilters Guild, 12:30 P.M., Cashiers Methodist Church. • Duplicate Bridge Games, 12:45 P.M., Highlands Civic Center. • Mah Jong Games, 1:00 P.M., Albert Carlton Library, (828) 743-0215. • Wine Social, 5:30 to 7:30 P.M., Highlands Wine Shoppe, (828) 526-4080, highlandswineshoppe.com. • Live Music, 7:00 to 9:00 P.M., Slabtown Pizza, (828) 743-0020. • Bluegrass with Nitrograss, 7:30 P.M., The Ugly Dog Pub in Highlands, (828) 526-8364. EVERY THURSDAY • Free Movie, 3:40 P.M., Albert Carlton Library, (828) 743-0215. • Yappy Hour, 5:30 to 6:30 P.M.,Highlands Wine Shoppe, (828) 526-4080, highlandswineshopp.com. • NAMI Appalachian South support group meeting 6:45 to 8:15 P.M. at 14 West. Palmer St., Franklin, (828) 526-9510. • Bluegrass featuring regional bands at 7:00 P.M., The Ugly Dog Pub in Cashiers, (828) 743-3000. EVERY FRIDAY • Duplicate Bridge Games, 12:45 P.M., Highlands Civic Center. • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 2:00, 5:00 and 8:00 P.M. , (828) 526-2695. • Live Music, 4:00 to 7:00 P.M., Wine Garden, Old Edwards Inn. • 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 Jazz, The Ugly Dog Pub in Cashiers, (828) 743-3000. • Live Music featuring regional talent, 9:30 P.M.. The Ugly Dog Pub in Highlands, (828) 526-8364. EVERY SATURDAY • Free Tastings, 1:00-3:00 P.M.,Highlands Wine Shoppe, (828) 526-4080, highlandswineshopp.com. • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 2:00, 5:00 and 8:00 P.M. , (828) 526-2695. • Live Music, 4:00 to 7:00 P.M., Wine Garden, Old Edwards Inn. • 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. EVERY SUNDAY • Movies, Highlands Playhouse 2:00, 5:00 and 8:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. • Live Music, 8:00 to 10:00 P.M., Hummingbird Lounge, (828) 787-2625.

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SECRET CHAMBERS OF MAGIC BY DONNA RHODES

A late career revelation has given artist Pauline Marr a storied second act.

e all have secret chambers of magic in our souls. For four decades fine artist Pauline Marr incubated hers, never even knowing its existence. Then, without warning she had an epiphany, a makeover on a molecular level. She was transformed from a strict representational artist to what she calls an abstract-impressionist-realist. “I woke up one morning, went to my easel, and everything changed,” she says. “A huge part of my artistic persona shifted. I abandoned a five-color palette for a boundless one. Pieces kept getting larger and larger. The transformation happened faster than I had time to process it. It was amazing and terrifying.” That was six years ago and now the new techniques, color choices, and mediums are imbedded in her psyche. “I choose the colors I love for the day,

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working in acrylic and oil primarily,” she says. “I use various tools to paint with. Sometimes I use concrete trowels, cake decorating equipment, spatulas, pancake turners, things I find on the ground…whatever will move large amounts of paint quickly. “I start pushing paint around the canvas. Once all paint is off the palette, I take a break. Typically when I come back I find the painting is complete. It is very much like a happening. I don’t limit myself in any way. I just start throwing color and let the painting direct me while the Muse takes over.” The magic of her work is that up-close it looks abstract, a hodge-podge of color. A few steps away the painting becomes an impression of a landscape, softedged, misty. At a distance the piece gathers its realistic identity, images become well-defined, and the landscape is steeped in realism.

To learn more about Pauline and her work, read the Art League article in this Laurel issue. To commission a painting of your favorite landscape contact her at pamarr2@ gmail.com or call her at (828) 230-3211. Who knows? The encounter might reveal a secret chamber in your own artistic soul.

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LIFE IS A CABARET BY GINGER MOSELEY HIGHLANDS PLAYHOUSE

The vivid nightlife of 1931 Berlin is brought to raucous life with Highlands Playhouse’s production of “Cabaret,” June 22 through July 8. Call (828) 526-2695 for tickets or more information.

s Highlands’ sidewalks begin humming with returning residents and vacationers alike, you’re sure to hear the eternal question, “What is there to do?” Fortunately, this little town has a lot to offer. Highlands Playhouse has unveiled what is sure to be a sensational 2017 season. With the of the exhilarating musical “Cabaret,” audiences will be welcomed

into The Kit Kat Klub, home of sultry songs and gleefully risqué dance numbers. Artistic Director Bill Patti has selected a large cast of Broadway-worthy talent, including returning performers Alan Trinca, Holly Ruth Gale, and local favorite Jimmy Lewis. On the heels of last year’s runaway success “Chicago,” “Cabaret” will start the season off with a bang (and a shimmy or two) and − as many familiar with the show

can tell you − the storyline has remained relevant, despite turning 50 last year. Cabaret runs from June 22 through July 8 with 8:0 0 P.M. shows Wednesdays through Saturdays, along with matinees at 2:0 0 P.M. on Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets are $38 each and are available at highlandsplayhouse.org. They may also be purchased through the Box Office, 362 Oak Street, or by calling (828) 526 -2695.

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A PASSION FOR PAINTING BY ZACH CLAXTON

HIGHLANDS CASHIERS ART LEAGUE

The Art League of Highlands-Cashiers showcases the art of Pauline Marr.

he May meeting of the Art League of Highlands-Cashiers will feature South Carolina artist Pauline Marr. Ms. Marr is a prolific painter who now works mainly in oils and acrylic. She received a degree in Commercial Art and Advertising Design from Southwestern Community College. Besides spending a great deal of time in her studio, she also teaches art at the Cashiers Senior Center and works 20 hours per week at the Tamassee Daughters of the American Revolution orphanage. Ms. Marr grew up on a farm in the Western North Carolina Mountains with 11 brothers and sisters. She sometimes felt the need to escape to the quiet of the nearby woods and peaceful streams near the French Broad River. The filtered light in the woods

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Pauline Marr

and the sparkle of the sun on the water inspired her to begin her career in art. Her first efforts were in pencil and then pen and ink. She sold her first painting, a still life with Queen Anne’s lace, when she was 12. She developed a passion for creating art in high school, and after 40 years that passion has not abated. Much of her work still centers on the natural beauty of the woods and streams, and her use of color captures the many faces of light that first drew her to her vocation. Several local galleries carry her work, and she attends many outdoor and indoor shows each year. Her style may best be described as impressionistic, sometimes bordering on the abstract. Ms. Marr’s lifestyle, while not entirely

unique, is nonetheless non-mainstream. She lives a simple life in a cabin with no electricity, heated with wood and flushed with rainwater. She is currently building a new studio, whose dimensions of 24 x 14 are the same as her cabin. You’ll find her presentation a worthwhile and enlightening way to spend an hour or so at 5:00 P.M. on May 22 in the Atrium of The Bascom, following a wine social that begins at 4:30. The presentation and social are free and open to the public. For more information about the Art League, visit artleaguehighlands-cashiers.com. Please note that the Art League’s article in the March edition of Laurel incorrectly stated that the July meeting would be on July 21. The correct date is July 31.

The Bascom is pulling out all the stops and a lot of corks for Collective Spirits, June 8-10.

ollective Spirits is an annual threeday fundraising event for The Bascom, which supports free admission to exhibitions year-round, community outreach to children and adults, and scholarships to award financial assistance to students with need. This year, Collective Sprits will be June 8-10 and brings together the contributions of The Bascom’s donors, sponsors, vintners, chefs, and volunteers to support its mission to be a cultural anchor in the region. The festival kicks off with private wine dinners on Thursday, June 8, held in 10 amazing homes across the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. On Friday, June 9, the Craft Beer, Wine and Spirits Market will be held at The Bascom with the chance to taste wines from more than 10 great vintners, brewers, and distillers.

The festival weekend culminates on Saturday, June 10, with the highly anticipated grand gala with wine from guest vintners, live and silent auction lots, and dancing to the music of Class Act at The Bascom. This year Collective Spirits is proud to feature award-winning Napa wineries including Paul Hobbs, Longboard, O’Shaughnessy, Terra Valentine, Trione and Wrath Wines along with Oregon vintner Sam Tannahill of Rex Hill and A to Z. The featured Champagne once again will be Laurent-Perrier. Collective Spirits will also introduce patrons to spirits from Chapel Hill’s TOPO Distillery. Chefs from around the Southeast will join the festivities to prepare the season’s finest cuisine to accompany the fine wines poured at Thursday-night’s in-home dinners. Chef talent includes Nick Graves from Restaurant 17 of Traveler’s Rest, South Carolina; Graham House of Sovereign Remedies

in Asheville; Greg McPhee of Anchorage in Greenville, South Carolina; Bruce Moffet of Barrington’s, Charlotte, North Carolina; Jacob Sessoms of Table, Asheville; Tyler Slade of 10 Market, Beaufort, South Carolina, and Greg Zanitsch of Fig Tree in Charlotte. Collective Spirits is an amazing event that transforms lives through the generosity of support and the long reach of philanthropy that it provides to this community. And that is the purpose of The Bascom − to transform individuals and community through art. Events will be held in various locations Thursday, 6:00 P.M.; at The Bascom Friday, 5:30 P.M. and Saturday, 6:00 P.M.; $1,000 for combo ticket for Thursday and Saturday events; $100 single ticket Friday wine and spirits tasting; Limited single tickets for Thursday at $750 and Saturday at $500 are available. For more information, visit collectivespirits.org.

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PAC CONCERT SEASON BY MARY ADAIR TRUMBLY HIGHLANDS PAC

The Highlands Performing Arts Center ramps up the fun with a pair of to-the-wall concerts.

he ever-popular Hit Men will return to the Highlands Performing Arts Center for a gala concert Saturday, June 17. The Hit Men will perform at 5:00 P.M. followed by the Gala Dinner at 7:00 P.M. at Highlands Falls Country Club. The group connects with audiences on a level rarely seen by today’s music acts. Their show is like no other as they combine the music and the memories alongside exciting multimedia footage, evoking an unforgettable and nostalgic experience. “We can do whatever we want with complete legitimacy,” says Hit Man Lee Shapiro. “We have an emotional connection with the audience that tribute bands and soundalike bands can’t have. When we share our experiences and tell stories, we aren’t reciting a script. When we say to you how ‘My Eyes

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Adored You’ was originally called ‘Sweet Eyes of Georgia,’ we know because we were there.” The Hit Men is a supergroup of artists who either played, sang or did both on some of the most memorable hits of the era, including “Who Loves You,” “Oh What a Night,” “The Loco-motion,” “Peace Train,” “Mony Mony,” “Joy to the World,” and other songs in which they used their talents to spin wax into gold and platinum. The evening is presented by Nancy and Charles Harrison, Tish and Dick McCarthy, Margie and Milton Ruben, Faye and Irwin Siegel, Cindy and Rick Trevathan, Sandy and John Barrow, and Dot and Dallis Champion. Bluegrass returns on Saturday, June 24, with the Grammy Award-winning Seldom Scene.

What does it take for a bluegrass band to remain popular for more than four decades? For the Seldom Scene, it’s taken not only talented musicians, a signature sound, and a solid repertoire, but also a sheer sense of fun. On April 22, they debuted their first studio album since the Grammy-nominated album “Scenechronized,” the aptly titled “Long Time…Seldom Scene,” featuring fresh interpretations of their 16 most-often requested tunes. It’s a family reunion in all the best ways, featuring the current lineup, joined by founding members Tom Gray and John Starling and guests Chris Eldridge, Emmylou Harris, and Rickie Simpkins. The concert is presented by Ray and Diane McPhail. Tickets are available at highlandspac.org or by calling (828) 526-9047.

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ASHEVILLE SYMPHONY CHAMBER CHORUS BY ANGIE JENKINS

The Asheville Symphony Chamber Chorus will perform at Highlands First Presbyterian Church on Saturday, May 7.

he Asheville Symphony Chamber Chorus will present a free concert at Highlands First Presbyterian Church at 4:00 P.M. Sunday, May 7. The Chamber Chorus is conducted by Dr. Michael Lancaster, who also serves as Music

Director of the Asheville Symphony Chorus and Director of Worship/Music at Highlands First Presbyterian Church. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a 24-voice advanced choral ensemble, founded by Lancaster in the fall of 2016. The group will also sing during the 11:00 A.M. Worship Ser-

vice at First Presbyterian Church on May 7. The public is cordially invited to attend. 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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Ani Aznavoorian

Julio Elizalde

Aloysia Friedmann

HCCMF SEASON KICKS OFF BY JENNY KING

Zuill Bailey

The Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival laces its 36th season with a quartet of new talents.

he 36th Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival will be presenting several excellent performers making their festival debut this season. The festival, known for the extraordinary talent it draws, offers its audience a wide variety of familiar and new artists. This year’s program will introduce four new faces to the stage. On Week Three, July 14 through 17, cellist Ani Aznavoorian will bring her much-applauded talents to join Phillippe Quint and Fei-Fei Dong. As a first-year student at The Juilliard School, Ms. Aznavoorian won First Prize in the institution’s concerto competition and was the youngest cellist in the history of the school to do so. She will proudly be playing a cello made by her father, Peter Aznavoorian of Chicago.

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On Week Four, July 21 through 24, Julio Elizalde will perform on piano with Alexandra Preucil and William Ransom. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, Elizalde received a bachelor of music degree with honors from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, where he studied with Paul Hersh. He holds masters and doctor of musical arts degrees from the Juilliard School in New York City. Aloysia Friedmann will also be making her festival debut during Week Four. Ms. Friedmann is a violinist and violist, whose broad-ranging career has included tours in Japan, Europe, South America, and the United States; performances with New York’s most prestigious musical ensemble; and a special onstage role on Broadway.

Zuill Bailey will join David Coucheron and the Vega String Quartet during Week Six, August 4 through 6. Bailey is a 2017 winner of two Grammy awards and is considered to be one of the premier cellists in the world. Mr. Bailey was named the 2014 Johns Hopkins University Distinguished Alumni and was awarded the Classical Recording Foundation Award for 2006 and 2007 for Beethoven’s complete works for Cello and Piano. He will also be performing at the festival’s final gala concert and dinner. Tickets may be purchased for the entire season or for individual concerts and for further information on the entire festival call (828) 526-9060 or visit them online at h-cmusicfestival.org.

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LIVE VIA SATELLITE BY MARY ADAIR TRUMBLY HIGHLANDS PAC

The Highlands Performing Arts Center offers up a season of passion, puzzles and Peter Pan.

he Highlands Performing Arts Center continues the Live via Satellite Series in May. The Met Opera’s last broadcast for the 2016-17 Season, Strauss’s “Der Rosenkavalier,” will be screened at 12:55 P.M. Saturday, May 13, with the pre-opera discussion led by Beverly Wichman at 12:30 P.M. “Der Rosenkavalier,” The Met’s first new production of Strauss’s rich romantic masterpiece since 1969, is conducted by Music Director James Levine and directed by Robert Carsen. Renée Fleming sings one of her signature roles as the Marschallin, opposite Elna Garana in her first North American performances as Octavian, the impul-

sive young title character. The National Theatre of London has added several new productions to its lineup. Saturday, May 20, brings “Twelfth Night.” Tamsin Greig plays Malvolia in Shakespeare’s comedy of mistaken identity. Saturday, June 3, brings “Obession,” starring Jude Law. Gino is a magnetically handsome drifter. At a roadside restaurant, he encounters husband and wife Giuseppe and Giovanna. Irresistibly attracted to each other, Gino and Giovanna begin a fiery affair and plot to murder her husband. But in this chilling tale of passion and destruction, the crime only serves to tear them apart.

“Der Rosenkavalier” “Peter Pan,” makes an a appearance Saturday, June 10. Peter Pan, leader of the Lost Boys, loses his shadow and it’s up to headstrong Wendy to help him to reattach it. PAC Memberships are available now. A PAC Membership entitles you to advance notice of next year’s season and advance seat selection, a 15 percent discount on tickets purchased, complimentary tickets, a Reserved Parking Space at PAC, and a private pre-concert Wine Dinner for you and six of your BFFs. PAC has so much to offer, check out highlandspac.org or call (828) 526-9047 for more information and tickets.

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NATURE SPEAKS TO HER SOUL BY DONNA RHODES

Julie Mann’s easy plein air style is based upon a lifetime of study and refinement.

lein air oil painter Julie Mann, relishes the delightful challenge of catching the essence of nature in a magnificent view, its true colors, and fleeting light. “My favorite part about being an artist is how much fun it is to share my art journey with friends, mentors, and collectors who are also passionate about art,” she says. An Atlanta native, Julie’s connection to Highlands was her marriage to her high school sweetheart, Marty, son of Highlands own Bill and Sara Mann. Her visual arts degree from Georgia State launched a successful Interior Design career spanning two decades, but every chance she’d get, she and her family would trek to Highlands to luxuriate in the majesty of the mountains. In 20 05 her Muse drew her to an en plein air workshop in Asheville. She fell in love with oils. Her brush hasn’t dried since. Her highly refined eye invites an ongoing investigation of her environment. She actually “paints in her head” while driving around, inspired daily by beautiful scenery. On a trip to the grocery she might ponder, “How would I capture the sunlight on that building, or what brushstrokes would I use to paint those clouds?” Seeing the world around her as colors, shapes, textures, and lines has become second nature. Julie’s paintings are known for their dramatic light and color. She paints landscapes primarily, with dramatic skies and often water reflections. She also paints still lifes, usually while viewing live vases of glorious blossoms. Occasionally she will paint pet portraits or anything else that takes her fancy. Julie is the featured artist for Smitten’s Third Thursday. She’ll be showing her smaller works but often paints large paintings and commissions, such as a favorite scene or if a special size is needed. Visit her website, juliemannart.com. Email her at juliemannart@gmail.com. Smitten’s Third Thursday, is May 18, 5:30 P.M. until the fat lady sings and the cows come home. Smitten is located at 468 Main Street in downtown Highlands. Call for hours of operation at (828) 526-930 0.

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STUDIO ALIVE BY JENNY KING

A new exhibit at Hudson Library celebrates the heritage of Highlands’ thriving artistic community.

hile many would not consider Highlands an “artists’ colony,” there’s an abundance of talent in these hills. Thanks to Cindy Vickery of Studio Alive and Karen Hawk of Hudson Library, many of these artists are now on display at Hudson Library. Studio Alive is a gathering of artists who paint and draw from live models and meet twice weekly in Highlands. It all began in 1980, the brainchild of artist Catherine Christie, and continues to this day. “Christie” and Dane Morgan and several of their friends would meet, contribute to the cost of a live model, and work in the medium of their choice to complete a portrait, life drawing, or painting. Several of the original members, including Christie, still participate − Suzanne Dilthey, J. Jay Joannides, and Muriel Kolb. All have fantastic stories of their early days in Highlands and

time spent abroad and enjoy sharing their vast wealth of talent as well as colorful local history. “I feel strongly there is so much to be recognized and celebrated here,” Vickery said. “It’s so important for people to realize the breadth and talent we have in our community.” It is because many in our area agree that there will now be monthly shows at The Hudson Library. Each month one artist from Studio Alive will be featured in the Community Room, beginning with the original members. March featured Catherine Christie’s work, an impressive collection of familiar faces including a portrait of Studio Alive’s first model from 1980. Suzanne Dilthey, a pastel impressionist who taught in Europe and was a faculty member of the Metropolitan Museum and Art Center in Coral Gables, Florida, was

shown in April. Muriel Kolb, a former librarian at Highlands School, joined the group in the 90s after retiring. Her childhood friend Elsa Dodd was in the original group of artists who made up Studio Alive, and encouraged her to join. Kolb works mainly in graphite and will display her pieces in May. J.Jay Joannides, who used to hike from her cabin on Shortoff Road to Dane Morgan’s studio on Cowee Mountain, will be June’s artist of the month. Her works include a variety of mediums and reflect her many years of travel in South America. For more information on these public exhibits, contact Hudson Library at (828) 526-3031. All interested artists, regardless of talent or ability, are invited to join Studio Alive and should contact Cindy Vickery at (828) 743-1632.

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MOZART’S MASS IN C MAJOR BY WILEY SLOAN

The Western North Carolina Singers will perform timeless masterpieces at a pair of concerts at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation in Highlands, June 10-11.

ell-known choral conductor Grat Rosazza will lead the Western North Carolina Singers in a performance featuring Mozart’s “Mass in C Major.” This well-known composition (some may recognize it as “The Coronation Mass”), was created while Mozart served as court organist and composer at the Salzburg Cathedral in 1779. Relax and enjoy as Marybeth Brody and Molly McKim sing “The Flower Song” from “Madame Butterfly” by Puccini. Music lovers of all ages will enjoy the variety of songs in this performance including two spirituals

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plus the ever-popular “Unchained Melody” made famous by the Righteous Brothers. Rounding out the program will be “The Hebrew Song” from “Nabucco” by Verdi. Pianist Brian Heller will accompany the chorale of approximately 20 voices in the “Mass” plus several octavos of the same period. Singers from throughout the area have joined together to show their love of music and to share their talents with the community. Come to the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation in Highlands at 4:00 P.M. on Saturday, June 10, or Sunday, June 11. No tickets are required, though

WNC Singers

donations appreciated. The singers are performing under the direction of conductor Grat Rosazza. A Florida native, Grat and his wife Diana are wellknown throughout the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. You may have known Grat as a tennis professional, but he has retired from tennis and is focusing on his musical talents. He directed the Marion Civic Chorale of Ocala, Florida, for more than 20 years. With years as a high school music teacher and choral conductor for a variety of Florida churches, Grat is excited to bring this performance to the area.

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HCP’S 22ND YEAR BY JENNY KING

“Don’t Cry for Me, Margaret Mitchell” finds the laughter in the chaotic production of “Gone with the Wind.” This Highlands Cashiers Players comedy will be staged from May 18 - 24 and May 25-28.

ighlands Cashiers Players’ fourth play of their 22nd season is “Don’t Cry for Me, Margaret Mitchell,” directed by HCP board member Donna Cochran. Written by the mother-son collaborative team of Virginia Cate and Duke Ernsberger in 2006, this hysterically funny play depicts an actual event in Hollywood, 1939. Producer David O. Selznick has purchased the rights to the blockbuster novel “Gone with the Wind.” Three weeks into production, he has decided he hates the script and has burned all copies. Losing money at the rate of $50,000 a day, he decides only one screenwriter can save the day, the legendary Ben Hecht. With director Victor Fleming as his accomplice, they kidnap Hecht and sequester him in Selznick’s office until a new script can be produced.

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David Spivey, Rick Siegel, Lance Trudel and Marsha Shmalo

There is only one problem − Hecht has never read the book! Laugh along as Selznick and Fleming struggle to recreate the iconic characters and scenes of this memorable motion picture for the captive screenwriter so he can produce an acceptable script. The director first saw the play performed in Charleston in 2015 and felt the subject would appeal to Highlands’ audiences. It’s a comedic treatment of a real occurrence; and the production staff has made considerable efforts to be historically faithful in costuming, set design, and character development. These are real people in a real, if very funny, situation. Four veteran actors are in the play, all of whom Cochran has directed before − Da-

vid Spivey as Selznick, Lance Trudel as Victor Fleming, Rick Siegel as Ben Hecht, and Marsha Shmalo as Mrs. Peabody, Selznick’s longsuffering secretary. Donna Cochran is being assisted by Elizabeth Gordon. Scott Paxton has designed the set as a faithful replica of Selznick’s office, and Ken Knight and crew will construct it. This light-hearted production will play at the Highlands Performing Arts Center Thursday through Sunday, May 18-21 and May 25-28 (Memorial Day weekend). Evening performances are at 7:30 P.M. and Sunday matinees are at 2:30 P.M. Tickets may be purchased by calling the box office at (828) 526-8084 or visiting at HighlandsCashiersPlayers.org.

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Lee Ladensack

THE BUSIEST MUSICIAN IN TOWN BY DONNA RHODES

For Lee Ladensack, his passion for music and art was kindled at an early age.

hen I researched Lee Ladensack’s background for an entertainment feature, I unearthed as many astounding art credits as music. Turns out he’s a true Renaissance man who, on top of managing two powerhouse jobs, is a devoted dad and one of the busiest musicians in town with over 160 music gigs booked this year and counting. During the week he runs Exposed Images, a graphic design, web development, search engine optimization, copywriting, and photography business serving the area and well beyond. Check out exposedimages.com.

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On the weekends he performs in a variety of ensembles lucky enough to call him a member, among them Hurricane Creek and High Five. He performs every Sunday morning in the Highlands United Methodist Church’s 9:09 Bluegrass Band and the Whiteside Cove Church Summer Chapel Band from Memorial Day through Labor Day. How did he get started in art and music? At 11 he wanted to play the drums so his practice pad was his constant companion. But his teacher had enough perididdling in class, so she confiscated the pad. His dad bought him a quieter instrument, a trumpet. Did I say quieter? Dur-

ing his stint in the Navy Band (he graduated from the Naval School of Music) he was the official bugler of morning reveille and picked up several other instruments as well. He became skilled at guitar at 16 and says, “I learned the key to wooing the fairer sex was guitar-playing and songwriting.” As for drawing, his parents got him the obligatory pencil set as a kid. Drawing comic book characters and landscape illustration were his passion. Clearly music and art were imbedded in his psyche early on. They remain the foundation on which he built a successful and enviable career, doing the things he loves.

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Bistro Filet

BISTRO ON MAIN BY LUKE OSTEEN | PHOTOS BY MARJORIE CHRISTIANSEN

Something for every appetite, Bistro on Main offers both delicious full entrées and smaller plates, with a choice of patio dining or elegant dining room experience.

he Main Street Inn has been welcoming guests to Highlands for over 125 years. Her graceful lines were restored to their 19th century glory with a complete renovation in 1997. Her kitchen has also undergone a series of changes over the decades, and its latest incarnation, Bistro on Main, has been quietly building a regional reputation, thanks to overwhelmingly positive reviews on middle-of-the-road sites like Tripadvisor.com and Yelp.com In fact, one of the wonderful sights of downtown Highlands is the perfectly sublime view of the bistro’s guests enjoying a bite under an azure sky. It elevates the day and somehow seems so very right. Our visit didn’t take into account the experience of dining outdoors. We elected to show up in the evening, a chilly evening that made us grateful for the crackling fire

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in the hearth. But yeah, the view of the outside gives you a preview for the interior – country elegant with a casual atmosphere that says you’ll be treated like a cherished guest. Most of us went the tapas route. We were stunned by the beauty of the Vertical Pear, a Magritte-inspired creation that really must be seen to be believed. I suppose it’s some sort of sin that we took her down in such a frenzied, haphazard fashion, a violation of Keats’ “Principle of Beauty.” We didn’t care, this is a showstopper. It’s a bold construct of field greens, toasted pecans, and bleu cheese, all drizzled with a zesty citrus vinaigrette. We also shared the Char-Encrusted Ahi Tuna, the Fried Green Tomatoes, a generous plate of Pimento Cheese Fritters, and a large bowl of Red Pepper Gouda Soup. This latter is another one of those stun-

ners that made each one of us carefully watch the others as they spooned it into their mouths – no one’d better get greedy. Tricia said this soup was “company worthy,” which means that if we had the time and the talent we’d proudly serve it to guests. It’s never going to happen, but we can dream. Let me offer my thanks to Bistro on Main and other local restaurants that are embracing the extraordinary possibilities offered by a Small Plate Menu. What a marvelous way to spotlight the chef’s skills and imagination. Plus, there’s something fundamentally good about a gathering of friends sampling and sharing a table of tiny masterpieces. The conversation, the laughter and the, let’s say it, love blossom naturally in such a setting. Naturally, there were two people at the table who elected to go with an entrée, and

Basil Lemon Crab Cakes DINING

Chicken Marsala

though it violated the table’s spirit of fellowship, they went with the North Carolina Mountain Trout and the Basil Lemon Crab Cakes. The glorious local fish, harvested from just a few miles away, arrived lightly blackened and emblazoned with a green tomato-cilantro salsa. The Crab Cakes were lump crab meat patties served with a cilantro-lime sauce. We teased our friend for ordering seafood in a mountain resort town, but he allowed us to sample the dish and we were enlightened. At the end of this delirious meal, everyone feigned satiation, the way you do under such circumstances. Our golden resolve evaporated when our server named the dessert choices – White Chocolate Mousse served in a puff pastry and topped with a bouquet of fresh berries, Limoncello Mascarpone Cake, and a Flourless Chocolate Cake. It turns out we were all lying. Bistro on Main is located at 270 Main Street in Highlands. Reservations are a very good idea – (828) 526 -2590.

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Stephanie McCall

TWO-INGREDIENT TRIUMPH BY JENNY KING

Stephanie McCall’s mom’s Biscuit Recipe is a masterpiece of simplicity and kitchen wizardry.

hink you’re too busy to make homemade biscuits? Think again. If Stephanie McCall can do it, anyone can. Stephanie owns The Molly Grace in Highlands; is a licensed general and commercial contractor; mother of two; a member of the Macon County Board of Education; and is constantly on the road. This doesn’t keep her from cooking, but says she’s not able to do as much of it as she’d like. The following recipe, however, is a staple in the McCall household and Stephanie fixes it two or three times a week. Stephanie comes from a close Southern family and her mother loved to cook. Marlene Askew, or Molly as she was known, was a creative chef and even called some of her dishes “weird” but those are the ones her children loved best. With May being the month in which we celebrate mothers, McCall felt it was only fitting she shared one of her mother’s recipes. These two-ingredient biscuits are something Stephanie grew up eating and Molly’s granddaughters ask for them all the time. She usually serves them with homemade applesauce spooned over the top or with honey butter and they easily accompany any meal. Add a bit of sugar to the mix and they make a great base for strawberry shortcakes, too. When asked for the recipe, Stephanie laughed and said, “I’ll have to go home and measure, because I always just throw them together. Just like my mom.”

SOUTHERN BISCUITS Ingredients 1.5 cups self-rising flour 1 cup heavy whipping cream Yep, that’s it. Instructions Preheat oven to 425 degrees Start with the flour and add in cream until you have a workable consistency. You may need a bit less, so mix in the cream slowly. When the mix can be handled you can either roll it out or pat it out. It might help to wet your hands a bit if the dough is too sticky. Depending on how high you want your biscuits, you can get six or 12 out of this recipe. Place biscuits just touching each other, on a greased baking sheet or use parchment paper and bake for 15-18 minutes, depending on your oven. Tops should be golden brown.

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SKINNY BIKINI SMOOTHIES BY DR. ANASTASIA HALLDIN | HEALTHYMAMAINFO.COM

These five smoothie recipes are the perfect tonic for the anxieties associated with Swimsuit Season.

s the Bikini Season is rapidly approaching, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to think about healthy, yet tasty foods that can make you look good. The following skinny bikini smoothies are full of nutrients. They are designed to keep you energized, full and of course, skinny. Use them as meal substitutes to lose weight or as healthy snacks. 1. Supper Skinny Smoothie The kidney-purifying properties of cucumbers and limes is likely to make your skin glow. Ingredients 2 medium Cucumbers Juice of 1 Lime 1 small Avocado frozen 1 cup Ice 2 teaspoons Stevia or other sweetener Instructions Blend everything until smooth. 2. Low Glycemic Smoothie This low-glycemic green smoothie is designed to give you a stable supply of energy. Ingredients 1 large Green Apple quartered 4 stalks Celery 2 leaves Kale

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5 Ice cubes Instructions Blend everything until smooth. 3. Weight Loss Smoothie This smoothie contains pineapple to speed up your metabolism and boost fat loss, because of bromelain, which is an enzyme that accelerates metabolism. The smoothie also contains cayenne pepper, which is said to curb your appetite and burn calories. Cayenne pepper can supposedly increase your metabolic rate by 25 percent. Ingredients 2 cups Pineapple chopped 1 large Apple 3 leaves Kale 1/2 bunch Cilantro 1 pinch Cayenne pepper 5 Ice cubes Instructions Blend everything, but the ice cubes until smooth. Add ice cubes and blend for another minute. 4. Slim Smoothie This smoothie is full of cellulite-fighting Vitamin C, as well as of calcium, magnesium,

folate, Vitamin K and more. Papaya is a well-known cellulite fighter and a digestive aid, too. Ingredients 3 leaves Kale 1 cup Papaya Chunks 1/3 Green Apple 1 Banana frozen 4 Ice cubes Instructions Blend everything until smooth. 5. Cleansing Smoothie This smoothie contains chlorophyll, which is a known blood cleanser and toxin remover. Ingredients 1 leaf Kale 1 cup Spinach leaves 1/2 Cucumber 1 Pear 1/4 bunch Parsley 1/2 Lemon deseeded 1/2 inch Fresh ginger root 1 tablespoon Chlorophyll 6 Ice cubes Instructions Blend everything until smooth.

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HIGHLANDS WINE SHOPPE BY JENNY KING

Tina and Davis Picklesimer

Highlands Wine Shoppe is the perfect place to chat and sip, whether you’re a deep oenophile or just learning to love the grape. Visit them at their Main Street Highlands location (across from Reeves Hardware) or at HighlandsWineShoppe.com.

ountaintop Wine Shoppe has a new name and new managing partners. Davis and Tina Picklesimer have changed the name to Highlands Wine Shoppe but it’s still in the same great location. Davis, a familiar face in Highlands, is a homegrown varietal, which you may gather from his last name. He remembers playing hide and seek with his childhood friend and now business partner, Jimmy Tate, next door at what was then Jimmy’s grandmother’s Phelps House. It’s now the Main Street Inn. Davis says, “If it weren’t for the generosity of Jimmy and Allison Tate, none of this would have been possible.” Both Davis and Tina come from corporate environments and are thrilled to be working in such a close knit community. “We are in the people business, we aren’t in the wine business,” says Davis. “Our goal is to enhance a person’s experience and we use wine, beer, and education to fulfill that.” They also host private parties where guests can enjoy a quiet place to visit and spend time with one another. They understand wine can be intimidating and their goal is to make Highlands Wine Shoppe a non-threatening gathering place.

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Tina is currently studying with the Sommelier’s Guild and says, “Trust me, I have a health care background and a Master’s Degree, but being surrounded by hundreds of people who have been in the industry forever, I felt completely ignorant. It’s a fun and challenging, but totally worthwhile, endeavor.” Their Highlands School of Wine, which meets monthly, is a way to educate people about wine and will appeal to novices as well as those more steeped in oenology. It meets monthly and will consist mostly of seminars, but they say, “It’s going to be fun, not stuffy.” Also on their event schedule are Wednesday Wine Socials where they will be serving from their appetizer menu. New to Highlands Wine Shoppe is their craft beer section. Currently they have the Napa Wine Tasting and Preservation machines and will be adding the same technology for craft beers. With the explosion of breweries in North Carolina, they will be focusing on regional brews from Western North Carolina. The Picklesimers encourage everyone to stop in and chat for a while to learn what changes they’ve made to our local wine

specialty store. To find out more, visit them online at HighlandsWineShoppe.com or give them a call at (828) 526-4080. They’re located next to Main Street Inn on Main Street, across from Ace Hardware. Cheers!

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A HUGE PLATE OF YUM

Susie Graham and Peggy Payne

BY SOPHIA LLIER

SCALY MOUNTAIN WOMENS CLUB

The Scaly Mountain Women’s Club is in full fundraising mode, to the benefit of everyone in the community, especially local scholars.

caly Mountain is a small community making a big impact. Fourteen women organized a club in 1988 to help local students fulfill their dreams of a higher education. Through charitable work and contributions, these amazing women established a Scholarship Fund. Today, that organization, known as the Scaly Mountain Women’s Club has grown to over 90 members and awards over $18,000 annually to several local full-time college students. In addition to working year-round, near and far, the SMWC has three main fundraising events throughout the summer and fall − Pancake Breakfast, May through September; Annual Auction in July; and Chocolate Fantasy in October. May marks the start of the SMWC’s famous Pancake Breakfast at the Scaly Moun-

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tain Historic School House, 41 Buck Knob Road. Opening day is May 27 and will continue every fourth Saturday of the month through September. Breakfast is served from 7:30A.M until 10:30 A.M., featuring buttermilk pancakes, with local blueberries optional, local Blalock sausage, orange juice, and fresh coffee, all for only $6. All proceeds support the scholarship fund. Congratulations to this year’s scholars − Whitney Billingsley, Gabi Conway, Miranda Conway, Emily Gabbard, Kyle Gabbard, McKinley Moseley, Lindsey Sidey, Tasha Thrumon, and Kassie Vinson. Pancake Breakfast Co-Chairmen Barbara Anderson and Laura Haner hope to surpass the record-breaking attendance from last year. Let’s help them do it and support these amazing students! Save the Date − Sunday, July 16, Sky Valley Country Club. The Scaly Mountain

Women’s Club’s Annual Live and Silent Auction just got bigger and better! Auction Chairman Barbara Bannon and her committee have been working throughout the year to bring some of the biggest live auction items to date. In addition to the fabulous items the committee already has, a few new ones were leaked: A European River Cruise for two, a three-night stay on a Private Island in the Bahamas including air transportation, a hunting camp for six in Argentina, front row hockey tickets for the Tampa Bay Lightning. Stay tuned, there’s much more to come. For more information about the club, to join, or to make a donation, please email us at info@scalymountainwomensclub.org. The SMWC is a designated 501(c)3 charitable organization; all donations are tax deductible.

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EVENINGS AT LAKESIDE

Laura Huerta

BY MARY JANE MCCALL

A generous restaurant and an enlightened community make Evenings at Lakeside possible. An evening to benefit Highlands United Methodist Church is slated for Thursday, May 11.

ummer season is upon us and that means that it’s once again time for Laura Huerta and her staff at Lakeside Restaurant to open their doors for delicious food, and their hearts for “Evenings at Lakeside.” “Evenings at Lakeside” began eight years ago when owner Marty Rosenfield and Laura, who was manager at the time, wanted to find a way to give back to the community. Marty, who now volunteers with the Highlands Food Pantry, had this to say about the fund-raisers: “As you are aware, there are in excess of 65 nonprofits in Highlands...as an owner I felt it necessary to give back to the community that was providing so much to our happiness and well-being. By partnering Lakeside with a

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host nonprofit, it was a natural win-win for everyone. Up until last year I had always been on the Lakeside end, promoting and giving back to the nonprofit. Last year as Director of the Pantry I used the evening to promote our cause, but also to get our key volunteers and concerned community people out for an evening together. It was a huge success with approximately 40 coming out in support, and Laura and Lakeside were most generous. I certainly plan on participating again.” Interested non-profits should contact Lakeside at (828) 526-9419 to select an available date. The non-profits are then responsible for marketing their evenings and encouraging their supporters to come out for a great

dinner, while raising money for their cause. Guests should mention their non-profit when making their reservations. Lakeside will donate 15 percent of the non-profit’s guest checks that evening to the non-profit. Make your reservations now to come out on Thursday, May 11 (note that this date is on a Thursday, rather than a Wednesday), when the Highlands United Methodist Church will host their evening to raise funds for their Faith and Fellowship Center. Be certain to mention HUMC when making your reservations. To make reservations please call Lakeside at (828) 526-9419. They are located at 531 Smallwood Avenue and are open TuesdaySaturday for dinner starting at 5:30 P.M.

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HIGHLANDS AREA RESTAURANTS Altitudes at Skyline Restaurant & Lounge • 470 Skyline Lodge Road • 828-526--2121 ¢ $$ $$$ • • • • • NC • 74 Bella’s Junction Cafe • 20 Old Mud Creek Road, Scaly, NC • 828-526-0803 $ $ $ • C • • 75 Bistro on Main • 270 Main Street • 828-526-2590 $ $$ • • • C • • • 75 The Bistro at Wolfgang’s • 460 Main Street • 828-526-3807 $-$$ • • • • NC • • 5 Cyprus Restaurant • 332 Main Street • 828-526-4429 $$$ • • • NC • 79 Fressers Courtyard Cafe • 470 Oak Street, Village Square • 828-526-4188 ¢ -$$ $-$$ • • • C • • • 83 * The Kitchen CarryAway & Catering • 350 S. Fifth Street • 828-526-2110 $-$$ $-$$ • • 83 Lakeside Restaurant • Smallwood Avenue • 828-526--9419 $-$$ $$ $$$ • • • • NC • 83 The Log Cabin • 130 Log Cabin Lane • 828-526--5777 $-$$ $-$$ $$ • • • • • C • • 82 Madison’s Restaurant & Wine Garden • 445 Main St. • 828-787-2525 $ $$ $$ • • • • NC • • 81 Meritage Bistro • 490 Carolina Way • 828-526-1019 $-$$ $-$$ $-$$ • • • C • • • 80 On the Verandah • Hwy. 64 (Franklin Road) • 828-526-2338 $-$$ $-$$ • • • • • NC • • • 76 Paoletti’s • 440 Main Street • 828-526-4906 $-$$ • • • • NC • 75 The Ugly Dog Pub • 298 South 4th Street • 828-526-8364 ¢ ¢ ¢ • • • C • • 77 Wolfgang’s Restaurant • 460 Main Street • 828-526-3807 $-$$ • • • • NC • • 5 CASHIERS AREA RESTAURANTS *On the Side at Cashiers Farmers Market • Crossroads • 828-743-4334 • 83 The Orchard • Highway 107 South • 828-743-7614 $$$ • • • • • C • • 81 The Blind Mule • 502 Blue Ridge Road • 828-553-8978 ¢ $ • • • C • 75 Slabtown Pizza • 45 Slab Town Road 828-743-0020 $ $ • • C • • 77 The Ugly Dog Pub • 25 Frank Allen Road • 828-743-3000 ¢ ¢ ¢ • • • C • • 77 Zookeeper • Mountain Laurel Shoppes • 828-743-7711 ¢ ¢ ¢ • C • • 77 Pricing Guide ¢ $

Minimal, most entrees under $10 Moderate, most entrees $10-$15

HIGHLANDS AREA RESTAURANTS Altitude’s at Skyline Lodge - 828-526-2121 Annie’s Cafe - 828-526-1663 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 The Brick Oven - 828-526-4121 Bryson’s Deli - 828-526-3775 Buck’s Coffee Cafe - 828-526-0020 Cyprus International Cuisine - 828-526-4429 The Dog House - 828- 526-8364 Dusty’s - 828-526-2762 El Azteca - 828-526-2244 El Manzanillo - 828-526-0608 Fressers Courtyard Cafe - 828-526-4188 Kelsey Place Restaurant - 828-526-9380 The Kitchen CarryAway & Catering - 828-526-2110 Lakeside Restaurant - 828-526-9419 The Log Cabin - 828-526-5777 Madison’s Restaurant & Wine Garden - 828-787-2525 Meritage Bistro - 828-526-1019

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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 Chester’s Chicken at Cashiers Exxon - 828-743-5041 Chile Loco - 828-743-1160 Cornucopia Restaurant - 828-743-3750 Cork & Barrel Lounge - 828-743-7477 El Manzanillo - 828-743-5522 Four Season Grille - 828-743-4284

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Grandpop’s Ice Cream Parlor - 828-743-7711 Happ’s Place - 828-743-2266 High Hampton Inn - 828-743-2411 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 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 Library Kitchen and Bar - 828-743-5512 The Ugly Dog Pub -Cashiers - 828-743-3000 Table 64 - 828-743-4135 The Trout Cafe & Grille - 828-877-3474 Wendy’s - 828-743-7777 Winslow’s Hideaway - 828-743-2226 Zookeeper - 828-743-7711 thelaurelmagazine.com | May 2017 | 85

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RANGER FALLS INTERPRETIVE TRAIL BY EMILY CROWELL

The hike to Ranger Falls is a gentle lesson on the majesty of nature and an opportunity for reflection.

f you’re looking to learn more about the natural environment of the Highlands area and also want an opportunity to stretch your legs, the Ranger Falls Interpretive Trail is the hike for you! The mile-long trail to the falls begins as a wide, well-kept path that, after a brief uphill beginning, slopes down through the woods toward the water. All along the trail are informational signs about vegetation such as Fraser Magnolias, Carolina Silverbell, and Eastern Hemlock, as well as explanations of different habitats and local geology, making this trail a great hands-on learning experience for youngsters and oldsters alike. There are several side trails off the main trail, and when presented with a fork, you’ll want to keep left to continue straight to the falls (except where a sign directs you to the right). The trail narrows as it enters thick mountain laurel and rhododendron, making for a colorful and shady stroll. Be soothed by the tranquilizing green shades of a variety of mosses and lichens

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along the way. When you come to the crossing of Skitty Creek, stop and listen to the burble of the water over the rocks, and enjoy the dance of the water striders playfully prancing across the surface of the stream. If you’re still and quiet enough, you might even spot an elusive salamander hiding among the stones. On a windy day you can listen to a chorus of trees clinking gently together, adding their woodwind harmony to the otherwise quietude of the woods. Come around a bend in the trail and greet Ranger Falls, where Skitty Creek tumbles down a rock wall in a visual contrast of white water and dark gneiss. Sit awhile and soak up those mood-enhancing negative ions that surround water molecules crashing together! If you want to extend your hike, you can carefully hop over rocks in the creek and continue to the Cliffside Lake Recreation area, a little over a mile away. Yes - Cliffside Lake! It would almost take you as long to drive there from Highlands as it

would to hike from Ranger Falls! To get to the Ranger Falls Interpretive Trail from downtown Highlands, drive 2.3 miles on Highway 64 toward Cashiers. Take a left onto Flat Mountain Road and drive another two miles to the paved parking area on the left. The sign for the trailhead is rather small, and if you miss it the first time, you can turn around at the old ranger station that is just down the road on the left.

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VENTURE OUT

White-breasted Nuthatch by Ed Boos

WHITE-BREASTED NUTHATCH Sitta carolinensis

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rawn to both seed and suit feeders, this acrobatic climber is often seen upside down on limbs and tree trunks. Their insistent nasal “yammering” makes their sleek black, gray and white plumage easy to spot. The Red-breasted and Brown-headed Nuthatches are smaller darts in the woods.

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VENTURE OUT

FOR THE LOVE OF LILAC BY JEANNIE CHAMBERS THE ACCIDENTAL GARDENER

The lilac rewards patient growers with a scent that’s almost transcendent.

ilac (syringa vulgaris) is a species of the olive family (oleaceae). If you need to make amends, you offer an olive branch, right? If someone hands you a lilac branch, they must really want to be in your good favor. Lilacs are one of the most popular fragrant plants in the world. If they seem “old fashioned,” it’s because they are old − being introduced in America in the 1750’s, and they’re always fashionable. George Washington had them in his gardens, and since lilacs can live for hundreds of years, maybe some of those very same plants are offshoots. At the very least, it’s thought-provoking to imagine that while I’m devouring the beauty and fragrance of my lilacs, Martha Washington may have

done the same. Lilacs are deciduous shrubs that can grow upwards to 20’-25’. They love full sun, prefer a rich humus soil, and don’t like their feet to be wet. Butterflies love them, and even though the blooms only last a couple of weeks, the beauty continues as the lithe heart shaped leaves flutter gracefully in a breeze, and provide welcome shade. The colors range from white to nearly every shade of purple. If you’re lucky, you may have a friend that will share a sucker (the offshoot) so you can start your own lilacs. Sometimes, the Mountain Garden Club plant sale will offer a few potted plants. When starting new plants from shoots, they’re likely to look wimpy the first year, but lilacs are strong and hearty

plants that tend to love cold winters. Make sure you plant them with room to grow, on top and under the ground-the roots need about six feet to spread out. Like hydrangeas, lilacs bloom on old wood, so only prune right after they bloom, and cut the cane at the bottom of the plant to ensure better blooms next year. Patience is a virtue, and growing lilacs may test your patience, as it may take three to five years to see the first blooms. After you see and smell your first blooms, you’ll wonder why you didn’t plant this beauty long before. As I write this, I’m reminded of a child’s school play. The lilac is waiting on stage behind the curtain, just waiting on their cue, while we in the audience are tingling with anticipation.

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Chris Wilkes

Futa La Fu River

Andrew Watson

FLY-FISHING BUCKET LIST BY ANDREW WATSON & CHRIS WILKES | THE HIGHLAND HIKER

The Fisherpeople at Highland Hiker will travel to the ends of the earth in their pursuit of magnificent fish.

ecently, we here at the Highland Hiker had a chance to fish for trout in the Futa La Fu river at the El Encuentro Lodge in the Patagonia Region of Argentina. The first question that casual fisherfolk might ask is, “Why on Earth would you fly fourfifths of the way to Antarctica just to catch the same kind of fish that you can catch in the streams and rivers around Highlands?” The answer is that although the fish in Argentina may share the same names – Brook, rainbow, and brown – as the fish in this area, they are quite different. First off, these fish are on average quite a bit larger than their

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North American counterparts with some of the browns reaching 28-30 inches in length. Second, these fish are wild. None are placed in the water by a stocking system or a hatchery. Therefore, much like the local wild brook trout, they are more challenging to catch. And oh, do they put up a fight! Technique in everything from the cast to the fly presentation is only the beginning of the challenge as actually netting one of these fish after hooking it takes a precise retrieve as well. The variety of the types of fishing you can do offered by the Argentinean ecosystem

is amazing. You can use dry flies, streamers and sinking lines to go for the larger fish that reside in deeper water, or a dead drift approach with a hopper/dropper set at the end of your line all in the same stretch of river! Using the entirety of your fly box in one afternoon is something we rarely get to do here in the Eastern part of the US and of course the view of fishing for these wild trout beneath the snow-capped Andes mountains didn’t hurt either. We’ll be returning to this region in 2018 if anyone might like to check a box off of their fly fishing bucket list.

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SUMMER CAMP & WILDFLOWER WHIMSY BY SONYA CARPENTER HIGHLANDS BIOLOGICAL STATION

Things are coming alive at the Highlands Nature Center, with exciting programs for children and adults.

ay signals the start of many programs, classes, and events for the Highlands Biological Station. We hope you’ll join us to welcome spring by stopping in at the Nature Center, taking a stroll around the Botanical Garden or signing up for one of our classes or programs. Summer Camp at the Highlands Nature Center is a great way to get your child or grandchild excited about the natural world. Throughout the summer, the Nature Center offers four day camps for all ages. Our youngest campers will explore the diversity of plants and animals here on the Highlands Plateau. By using play as a learning tool, campers will have fun outside and improve their problem-solving strategies. Aquatic adventures await your seven or eight-year-old as they learn about ani-

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mals that make their home in the water. Hogwarts in Highlands is the perfect camp for your Harry Potter-loving third or fourth grader. Older children (ages 11-14) have many opportunities to explore our region and learn to be wildlife warriors or ecotrekkers. For more information on summer camp opportunities available at the Nature Center, call (828) 526-2623 or visit Highlandsbiological.org Sign up today for Wildflower Whimsy, a two-day event taking place Friday, May 5, and Saturday, May 6. This year, in addition to a celebration of spring ephemeral wildflowers we will explore how the fall wildfire season has impacted our natural world. On Friday evening join us for a talk by Gary Kauffman called “After the Fires: Fire Ecology in the Blue Ridge” and stay

for a native plant auction, wine reception, cocktail buffet, and live music behind the Nature Center. All proceeds from the auction of interesting native plants, donated by local nurseries, will go towards supporting the Nature Center, Laboratory, and Botanical Garden at the Highlands Biological Station. On Saturday, May 6, wildflower enthusiasts and fire ecology experts are leading hikes focused on finding spring wildflowers in recently burned areas from 10:0 0 A.M. to 2:0 0 P.M. Lunch is provided. Tickets are $75 for members and $10 0 for nonmembers. To learn more about the extensive programs and classes offered at the Highlands Biological Station, go to our website: highlandsbiological.org or call (828) 526-2221.

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SCOTLAND WAS A HIT BY TOM CHILLEMI, PGA TOMSGOLFTOURS.COM

This letter recounts the best of all possible golf tours.

om, Let me first start my thanking you (Tom’s Golf Tours) and your “in-country” team in Scotland for an amazing golf experience. My boys and myself could not have asked for better courses, better concierge services, better restaurants or better overall time from the moment we landed until the moment we left. They are memories that won’t be forgotten any time soon. However, I need to fill you in on the amazing day that was the first day of our trip. If you remember, our departure date was the day that the entire Delta computer system worldwide crashed, and we were traveling via Delta to Amsterdam. With that unfortunate Delta event came a tremendous amount of skepticism from our group that we would ever leave Atlanta in a timely fashion, or for that

matter, within the next 24 hours. Amazingly, our flight from Atlanta to Amsterdam was the only international flight of Delta’s that left that day. The rest of the story, as you know, kept getting more and more interesting and better for us. We got to Edinburgh, hooked up with Andrew, our in-county driver/ concierge, who took care of us for seven days, and we went on to play one of the greatest courses in the world at Carnoustie. Even with our first day with no sleep, it was awesome. Tom, as you are aware, we were not guaranteed to play the “Old Course” at all; as

we were in the Ballot/Lottery. Stewart Smith (Tom’s associate in Scotland) miraculously, at the very last minute, was able to get us on the “Old Course” on our second day of the trip. All of our group, while playing in the appropriate Scottish rain, scored some of the best scores the four of us have ever achieved. You have got to admit, day “one” through day “two” had the luck of the Irish or someone looking over us. All in a day’s work for Tom’s Golf Tours. Thanks again for an incredible trip. Tom Usilton

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Panthertown Valley

NATIONAL TRAILS DAY BY JASON KIMENKER | FRIENDS OF PANTHERTOWN

The beautiful vistas and shadowed hollows of Panthertown Valley will be celebrated with a party for the whole family on National Trails Day, Saturday, June 3. Everyone is invited.

ach year more than 25,000 visitors and residents explore the trails in Panthertown Valley, a treasured backcountry recreation area and bear sanctuary in Nantahala National Forest. For more than a decade, Friends of Panthertown volunteers have maintained the 30-mile trail system for everyone to enjoy. Our mission is to work in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service to conserve this outstanding natural resource while improving the quality and experience of recreational opportunities in Panthertown Valley. Together with our project partner, Mainspring Conservation Trust, and many generous donors, we recently raised $195,000 to purchase an important 16-acre piece of

property located adjacent to Panthertown’s popular Salt Rock trailhead entrance. Ultimately, this newly acquired conservation land will be transferred to the U.S. Forest Service to be added to Panthertown’s protected borders. We invite everyone who loves Panthertown to celebrate with us on Saturday, June 3, National Trails Day, from 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. at Salt Rock. There will be plenty to do for the whole family, demonstrations and kid’s activities, plus (guided hikes and) lots of self-guided exploring. Hike, bike, run, and play on the trails all day, rain or shine. Enjoy live music, bring a picnic lunch, bid on silent auction items, and enter to win a Yeti Hopper 40 cooler. At noon, there will be a

ribbon cutting, and experts will be on hand to share knowledge and answer questions about Panthertown. There will be time for you to tour the newly protected property, scope out a campsite or hammock spot in the woods, and trek up a short path to the property’s ridge. It is sure to be a fun-filled day of adventure and celebration. Salt Rock is located at the end of Breedlove Road in Cashiers. Parking is extremely limited along the bumpy 1/4 mile U.S. Forest Service gravel road leading to trailhead. We strongly suggest you arrive early, carpool and share a ride Visit panthertown.org or send e-mail to friends@panthertown.org for more info.

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VENTURE OUT

Male Purple Finch By William McReynolds

SPARROW DIPPED IN RASPBERRY BY WILLIAM MCREYNOLDS HIGHLANDS PLATEAU AUDUBON SOCIETY

The diminutive Purple Finch is preparing to depart the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau for a sunny Canadian summer.

his “sparrow dipped in raspberry juice” is a local from December to May. The Purple Finch, the state bird of New Hampshire, is a seasonal resident of the Highlands Plateau during winter months as flocks migrate to the Southeastern U.S. from Canada. Larger than an American Goldfinch and White-breasted Nuthatch, the female Purple Finch is brown and white with bold streaks on her head, breast and belly, a white “brow” above the eyes and lower moustachial markings. The male, described by Roger Tory Peterson as a “sparrow dipped in raspberry juice,” has a reddish wash over its head, back and wings. Both have distinctive notched tails and triangular bills. There are slight differences between the eastern and western subspecies of this finch and the Purple Finch is not to be confused with a House Finch. Their habitat is mixed and coniferous woodlands. During the summer Purple Finch feed on seeds, insects, berries, and buds high in the trees. In winter they forage lower in the forest, searching for seeds, competing with other ground feeders. Their breeding grounds are in Canada, California and the northeastern U.S. ranging from Minnesota to West Virginia. They build their nests on horizontal branches and branch forks using twigs, grass, and moss, creating well-shaped cups that are lined with animal hair and fine grass. The female lays and incubates four or five blue-green eggs with brown spots on the larger end. Hatchlings appear in about 13 days, fed by both parents until they fledge about two weeks after hatching. Sibley describes the song of the Purple Finch as hoarse and warbled: plidi tididi preete plidi tititi preer. Others call the song simply a pleasant warble. Their call in flight is a sharp tick. They are often seen congregating with other finch and local birds around feeder stations offering sunflower seeds. Happy May birding from the Highlands Plateau Audubon Society. The mission of the Highlands Plateau Audubon Society is to provide opportunities to enjoy and learn about birds and other wildlife and to promote conservation and restoration of the habitats that support them. HPAS is a 501 (c) (3) organization, a Chapter of the National Audubon Society. Visit highlandsaudubonsociety.org for information on membership and all activities.

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HISTORY

CARTS AND HORSES BY MARY JANE MCCALL

The Zachary-Tolbert House welcomes the new season with an exciting exhibit and a day of activities for the whole family, May 19.

ashiers Historical Society opens The Zachary-Tolbert House, located at 1940 Highway 107 South, on May 19 with their first exhibit of the year, “Carts and Horses!”, which will run until June 18. This exhibit will be located in Colonel John’s Cabin, located on the grounds. Everyone in the community is invited to an afternoon of fun at this season’s inaugural exhibit. The exhibit features the antique folk art toys on loan from the private collection of Jim

and Sheila Hodges. “The theme of the exhibit is ‘Transportation Toys of the 19th Century,’” says guest curator Skip Ryan. “So many of the toys are horses and carts; sure to delight children of all ages.” Sandi Rogers has planned related activities for children that will include games and toys that the Zachary and Tolbert children would have enjoyed in times past. The Zachary Tolbert House and Colonel John’s Cabin are open Fridays and Saturdays

from 11:00 A.M. until 3:00 P.M. The grounds and walking trails are open daily from dawn until dusk. For more information, visit cashiershistoricalsociety.org or stop by and visit them at their business office located in the Dowden Pavilion at the Zachary-Tolbert grounds at 1940 Highway 107 South. The office is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 10:00 A.M. until 3:00 P.M. You may also call them at (828) 743-7710.

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FAN CLUB OF THE FAMOUS BY DONNA RHODES

A lot of famous people have made their way to Highlands over the years.

ith its pristine forests, its intoxicating fresh air, and exquisite mountain vistas it’s no wonder Highlands is the object of many famous people’s affection. Movie stars, politicians, authors, and CEOs have vacationed and frequently resided on the plateau. Here are several you will recognize. Enjoy reading? In 1988 Malcom Forbes and 1989 James A. Michener made the trek to Cyrano’s Bookshop for book signings. Sandra Brown, author of more than 50 best-seller suspense novels established a residence here. Interested in politics? Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich and wife, Marianne, are recurrent visitors. Florida Senator George Smathers and his self-made millionaire brother, Frank, had summer homes

James A. Michener signing books at Cyrano’s Bookshop in 1989.

in our area. Are roadside posies your passion? In 1984 “Ladybird” Johnson visited the Highlands Biological Station in her campaign to beautify America’s highways with wildflowers. Does living off the land resonate? In 1987 actors Hume Cronyn and Jessica Tandy, along with singer/songwriter John Denver, chose our area to film a Hallmark production of “Foxfire.” Enjoy rubbing elbows with Presidents? In August of 2000, former President George H.W. Bush attended a GOP fundraiser at Wolf Ridge. The event raised over $300K for his son’s presidential bid. How about star-gazing? Loni Anderson and Burt Reynolds frequented Helen’s Barn. Perhaps Edwards Key Lime Pie is on your

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list of personal favs. If so, Joe Edwards, owner of “The World’s Best Pie Company” has a Joe Webb cabin AKA Pie Lodge. These are but a few of many who share our love of Highlands secluded charm. As Ran Shaffner says in his book “Heart of the Blue Ridge,” “Some might have passed this way but once − George Washington never slept in Highlands, but Gerald Ford did − while others have resided part-time or permanently or returned on many occasions, because the town has something special to offer them.” To learn more about Highlands’ fan club of the famous, visit highlandshistory.com or email highlandshistory@nctv.com. The Highlands Historical Society Museum will be open for visits beginning Memorial Day weekend − or earlier.

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CASHIERS COLONEL BY JANE GIBSON NARDY

Jane casts some illumination on the mystery of Col. John Alexander Zachary.

requently I am asked what kind of a Colonel was Colonel John Alexander Zachary, one of the earliest settlers of Cashiers Valley? What war did he serve in or was that just an honorary title he gave himself? Maybe it was something like Colonel Sanders of Kentucky Fried Chicken fame? Many decades ago when I seriously took up researching my Zachary lineage family tree, I examined the old papers handed out at family reunions that without proof claimed that said Col. John A. Zachary (1779-1872) served in the War of 1812 and for his war service he had been granted a large amount of land in our much loved Western North Carolina mountains. I believed this as I had been hearing it all my life at the annual Zachary Family Reunion – all of us there believed it and no one doubted it. But when I looked for genealogical proof of his war service and how he acquired his land that soon

was named “Cashiers Valley,” I learned the true story was quite different. Not better, not worse, just the simple truth. With the help of researchers at the National Archives in Washington, D.C., I was assured that no records existed that indicated Col. John A. Zachary served in the War of 1812 on the federal level. Researchers at the North Carolina Department of Archives and History next verified he had never participated in the War of 1812 at the state level. Next I turned to various records in Surry County, North Carolina, where Col. John had lived from circa 1780s until the early 1830s when he moved his family south to what was then Macon County, North Carolina. He applied to the State of North Carolina for multiple land grants which he paid for at a pittance per acre. This land was not “given” to him for any war service. He bought and paid for his land.

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So, where did the “Colonel” title come from? He became a leader in the Surry County, North Carolina Militia. All men between the ages of 18 years and 45 years were enrolled in a militia company in the county in which they lived. Records indicate that by 1816, John Zachary, was a Captain in one of the Surry County militia divisions with his duties included taking the census and collecting yearly taxes. Found in the personal papers of Col. John at his death was the original 1816 certificate from Raleigh that proclaimed his appointment as Militia Captain. By the time he moved from Surry County to the future Cashiers Valley, he had been promoted to Colonel of the Militia. As noted on page 259 of “North Carolina Research – Genealogy and Local History, Militia Records” – “Those men who did serve often carried their militia titles, such as colonel, major, and captain, through life.”

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HEALTH

DR. PETERSON JOINS H-C HOSPITAL TEAM BY JENNY KING

Dr. Carole Peterson

he team of providers at Highlands-Cashiers Hospital has just added a familiar face, Carole Peterson, MD. For many years Dr. Peterson has been an Ob/Gyn provider in Franklin at Angel Medical Center and will now be joining the medical staff in Highlands. Dr. Peterson will continue to practice in Franklin, but will share her time with women needing full gynecological services in Highlands. She is looking forward to providing comprehensive healthcare for the women in Highlands and Cashiers. Of particular importance to Dr. Peterson is the team approach to healthcare. She encourages patients to see their primary care provider with whom she will work

The arrival of Dr. Carole Peterson is a timely reminder to women to pay attention to their own health needs.

closely to provide a holistic history of each individual woman. May is the month when we celebrate mothers, and there is no more ideal time to remind women it is vitally important to focus on self-care. Oftentimes, women tend to take care of others’ needs first, but remember airline warnings: put the oxygen mask on yourself before helping others. There is a clear reason for this advisory; if you’re unable to take care of yourself, you won’t be able to be there for your loved ones when they really need you. There are many services Highlands-Cashiers Hospital provides to assure women they are being cared for. The physicians and staff are dedicated to providing

compassionate, effective care for women throughout our region who are experiencing gynecologic problems. Your privacy is of utmost importance, and they will work with you to develop a treatment plan that will meet your needs. Dr. Peterson has served women in western North Carolina for many years and offers complete care for women suffering from breast problems, abnormal Pap smears, menopause, and issues related to bladder and bowel control and prolapse of the vagina. Highlands-Cashiers Hospital is delighted to welcome Dr. Peterson to its staff and encourages all women in the area to take the time to make themselves a priority.

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CELLULAR HEALTH, KEY TO OPTIMAL LIVING! BY DR. SUE AERY | AERY CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE

It seems pretty simple – be good to your cells and they’ll be good to you!

hat comes to mind first when we mention cellular health? And I’m not talking about your mobile phone! I’m talking about your body’s health! Cells are the building blocks of our organs, bones and tissues. Optimal health (living and functioning well, no matter what age) depends on the consistency, durability and health of these cells. And our cellular health depends greatly on how well we eat, sleep and take care of ourselves − body, heart and brain. Do you know about the SAD diet? SAD stands for the Standard American Diet and most of us Americans are sadly nutritionally deficient. This means that the foods we typically eat are nutritionally weak, lacking in healthy vitamins, minerals and trace elements. These components are vitally necessary for healthy cellular function. Cells throughout our bodies are constantly “turning over” − dying and being replaced by new cells. This process relies upon good nutrition, hydration and ideal glucose consumption and production. All good cells produce what is called ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate), the energy that we depend upon for daily function. When we sleep, we regener-

ate and restore these cells and, about every four months, we get a brand-new supply of these precious cells. Our bodies are extremely durable and it takes a lot of damage, to our DNA, tissues, blood and lymph system to make us sick and/ or cause disease. If we abuse our bodies regularly by eating poorly, being sedentary or drinking sugary drinks and alcohol, we allow the process of abnormal cellular damage to begin. The body is then faced with a situation where the damage is greater than the restorative process. Toxins build up along with the damaged and dead cell pieces like shards of glass when a chandelier breaks. The only way for the body to handle this excess is to have enough antioxidants, the anti-rusting busters of oxidative stress. Antioxidants take these damaging cell pieces out and away from the body. The body generally can’t produce enough of these antioxidants at this point. Where can you find these powerhouses of nature to aid the body in the process of renewal and restoration? They are abundant in fruits and vegetables which are vine ripened and eaten soon after harvest. Another great source of

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plant nutrients are plant powders which are produced from these vine-ripened fruits and packaged, usually in capsules, in order to provide an easy source of these phytonutrients. Most people think they’re healthy eaters and we would probably all like to believe that we can eat enough fruits and vegetables every day. Because of drastic changes in soil fertility and produce nutrients, the current recommendations have increased to seven-13 full-sized servings of fruits and veggies every day! If you’re an athlete, you should almost double that! I don’t know about you, but I can’t eat that much every day! Think about how healthy your cells are right now and how much healthier they can be if you take the appropriate steps to improve your nutrition and add or increase your daily habits of exercising, drinking water and cutting back on sugar, gluten and dairy products? You can do anything that you set your mind to, especially if you have the education and knowledge and support to start these simple changes! Eat well and be well!

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MANY PATHS, ONE YOGA The mysteries and miracles of life are revealed through four separate paths of living.

BY RACHEL KINBACK, CYT200 Rachel Kinback, Certified Yoga Teacher, instructs classes and private sessions at Yoga Highlands Studio on Carolina Way. She is actively pursuing holistic studies through the arts, organic farming, outdoor education, healthy cooking and community organization. Visit YogaHighlands.com for Rachel’s spring yoga schedule.

iversity is inherent in our lives. Each person’s body is unique by design and further influenced by its environment. Traditional Yoga is exceptional in recognizing the variety of personality types and provides to us Four Paths to the practice of yoga. From the 12th to the 15th centuries, yoga adepts experienced and simplified our many human facets much like the more modern Myers-Briggs personality scale. They determined that each of us are a composition of four basic traits: experiential, emotional, energetic and reflective. Though we all display each of these traits, usually one dominates our mood and personality. Knowing a bit about this may help align you with your path to yoga. One path is that of unconditional love and devotion. Social activists, who witness the suffering of others and feel called to act and alleviate it, put into practice this yogic path of love. This path soothes the emotions. The second is that of the energetic personality. This is for the doer, the kinetic, and “always in motion” person. For those

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who are constantly engaged in projects, and good at completing tasks, fulfillment can be found by dedicating one’s daily work consistently to a greater good. The third yogic path is for the reflective personality, who engages one’s own intellect in the study of worthy ideas. This yoga requires us to become more mindful of what we are consuming such as books, movies, social media, retail purchases, etc. By asking ourselves if this consumption is of real spiritual learning and growth, worthy of our time or money, we can uplift our thoughts. The fourth path for the experiential person is the physical practice of yoga based in movement and breath technique that stills the overactive-mind. What our culture now thinks of as yoga, the practice of postures on the mat, is just one of the four paths. Recognizing we all create and maintain health by way of our own path is an empowering lesson. Communities in which uniqueness is prized can be bolstered by an individual who takes up the path of yoga.

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HOMES & LIFESTYLES

REVEL IN THE SERENITY BY WILEY SLOAN

This tranquil estate, wreathed in natural beauty, is the perfect getaway from the cares of the 21st Century.

uch desired, seldom available, is this one-of-a-kind private 48-acre estate that was originally owned by the U.S. Forest Service. This is the epitome of gracious Highlands living. Stroll down shady trails rimmed with a plethora of native plants. Traverse the meadows or perch on a sun-warmed rock on one of the many terraced plains as you commune with nature. The gentle roar of the falls will beckon you long before you get to the shimmering pool at its base. The spray of cascading water is a great relief on summer’s warm days. As evening nears, the sun slowly descends behind the distant mountain vistas. Reflect on the joys of the day. A morning horseback ride through decade-old forests, a picnic by the stream, or your attempt to improve your putting skills in the meadow. Far from the hustle and bustle of the city,

your soul is fed by nature’s grandeur. Your quest for history is peaked as you discover a rock chimney- the remains of the old trading post run by the Johnson Sisters as they served the travelers on the old Otto Road. Walk where the buffalo roamed and the Cherokee strolled along these valleys and ridges. Enjoy the serenity of your personal paradise. Who would know that neighbors are just minutes away in this well-maintained Highlands Gap development? Revel in the serenity of it all or share it with your family. This property would make a perfect family enclave. Numerous building sites beckon your creativity. If you’re business-minded, it can be sub-divided. You decide – private retreat or investment property. Overlooking the pristine vistas is a comfortable Arts and Crafts style cottage – the perfect spot to kick back and relax. A well thought-out floor plan with beamed ceil-

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ings and hardwood floors reflect mountain charm while providing carefree living. Enjoy each season whether on the screen porch or in the glass-enclosed Piazza. Revel in the views from each bedroom. Slumber effortlessly as cool breezes rustle through the Sleeping Porch. Test your geography skills as you seek to identify the neighboring states seen from multiple vistas. Awaken the naturalist in you. Try your green thumb at the garden plot or the arbor. Should you tire of exploring your own paradise, you are just minutes away from tubing, zip-lining, or boating plus shopping, culture and delectable restaurants. This property is listed by Highlands Sotheby’s International Realty. Contact Bert Mobley at (828) 200-0846 or bertmob@gmail. com to make an appointment. For more information on this or other Sotheby’s listings, go to highlandssir.com.

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LAUNCH A GRADUATE’S INVESTMENTS BY MARY BETH BRODY | EDWARD JONES FINANCIAL ADVISOR

A solid financial education is the best gift you can give to your graduate.

t’s Graduation Season again. If your child is graduating from high school or college, you have reason to celebrate. But what should you give to your newly-minted diploma holder? You might want to consider offering a combination of financial gifts and tips which, taken together, could set your graduate on a path toward a successful, independent life. What sort of gifts and tips should you consider? Here are a few ideas: • Give a few shares of stock. Everyone should understand the financial markets and how they work. One great way to encourage this interest is to give your child a few shares of stock. Young people enjoy owning a piece of a company that makes the products and services they like – and the very act of ownership can inspire them to learn more about investing and to ask questions: What causes the stock price to go up or down? How long should I hold this stock? Should I own several stocks like this one, or is it better to branch out to find new opportunities? Over time, in learning the answers to these and other questions, your child can become

familiar with investing and how to make the best choices. • Encourage your graduate to open an IRA. Your child can open an IRA as long as he or she has some earned income. You might want to suggest that your child consider a Roth IRA, which, at the child’s age and income level, may be a good choice. With a Roth IRA, children can access their contributions at any time, tax- and penaltyfree. They can’t touch the earnings without incurring both taxes and penalties, however, until they reach 59½. But you will want to encourage them to keep the money in their IRA intact, giving it the chance to grow. • Provide some financial education. Unfortunately, most young people don’t really receive any kind of formal financial education. Of course, you can try to provide some of this knowledge to your own children, but, as you know, advice from Mom and Dad sometimes gets ignored. However, you might get better results if you arrange for your recent graduate to meet with a financial professional. As mentioned above, owning stocks, and

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following their progress, can teach your children a great deal about investing, but a financial professional can paint the “big picture” and explain how all aspects of money management – such as borrowing, budgeting, saving and investing –fit together to help individuals stay in control of their finances and make progress toward their important financial goals, such as buying a house and retiring in comfort. Recent graduates, whether leaving high school or college, are at “turning points” in their lives and can benefit greatly from understanding the importance of developing good, lifelong financial habits. Most of us can think of several money-related mistakes we’ve made over the course of many years. And your children will make some errors, too. But by providing them with some appropriate financial gifts and valuable advice upon their graduation, they may well be better prepared to keep those mistakes to a minimum – while maximizing their ability to make good decisions. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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CARRY YOUR HOME BY DONNA RHODES | ILLUSTRATION BY NORMA JEAN ZAHNER

Donna’s timeless lesson is just right for here and now – no matter where you read it; no matter when. A stranger came into a town Saw an old man rocking slow. Old man winked, stirred his drink, Said, “Stranger, what do you know?” The stranger wiped his brow and swore, “This place is hot as hell. What’s this town like anyway … As if I couldn’t tell?” The old man took a long sip, Then gave a thoughtful sigh, Cocked his head, and then he said, As he looked the fella in the eye, “Tell me where you came from, stranger. Tell me what kinda town.” The stranger growled. “That place was foul, Full of scoundrels who’d run you down.” “I’d like to tell you different,” old man said.

“I’d like to ease your mind. But the place right here, is, I fear The same as you left behind.” As the stranger left, he spat on the ground. Then another man walked into town. He saw the old man rockin’, So, beside him he sat down. He told the old man softly “No longer do I want to roam. Tell me what kind of town this is. Could I call this town my home?”

“This little town, up and down You’ll find to be about the same. No matter where you wander, Traveler No matter where you roam … Don’t search too far, for in your heart You always carry your home. No matter where you wander, Traveler No matter where you roam, Don’t have to search too far, ‘cause in your heart, Is where you carry your home.”

Old man rubbed his chin and asked, “Stranger, what’d you left behind?” “I regretted that I had to go It was happy; people were kind.”

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HIGHLANDS HURRICANES BY JENNY KING

The Highlands Hurricanes have their sights set on having fun and earning a local and national reputation.

ews of the Highlands Hurricanes swim team has been splashed all over local news media thanks to their award-winning seasons. They take their competitions seriously, but it’s not all hard work. Head Coach Steve Hott and Assistant Coaches Jordan Kenter, Debbie Kenter, Julie Hughes, Chad Garner, and Seth Curtis have four important rules for their swimmers: have fun, be safe, get tired, and learn something. When asked why they like being a member of the Highlands Hurricanes, five-yearold Blake Kenter said, “My favorite thing about the swim team is playing with my friends and swimming.” Finneaus Garner, age 10, said, “The water is relaxing and when we are racing there’s no anxiety like in other sports because we are racing against the clock trying to im-

prove our times.” According to Debbie Kenter, the team currently has 48 swimmers on their winter roster and they expect that number to increase during the summer season. She says, “With ages currently ranging from four to 17, it’s a wide spectrum, but the older and more advanced swimmers always help the younger and beginning swimmers. The Hurricanes compete at meets across all age groups with the youngest swimmers being able to compete and contribute to the team just as much as our older and more advanced swimmers.” In the summer the Hurricanes compete in the Mountain Swim League composed of three other teams – Franklin Amateur Swim Team, Jackson County Swim Team, and Cherokee County Aquatic Club. In the winter, regional teams have meets on a more

informal basis. The Hurricanes have also competed against the North Georgia Rapids, and Habersham Rapids in these meets. The Hurricanes have won the last three Regional Meets over the winter. This year, the Hurricanes are sending their first ever team to AAU Junior Olympics in Detroit at the end of July. They currently have four members that have qualified and are hoping to take a total of 12 swimmers, depending on their times over the next few months. The Highlands Hurricane Swim Team accepts swimmers all throughout the year, typically having a summer registration in late May. The only requirement is that a swimmer be able to swim one length of the pool (25 yards) unassisted. If you’re interested in learning more, please contact Steve Hott at (828) 421-4121.

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TREASURE HOUSE OF GENTLY-USED BY WILEY SLOAN

A well-stocked warehouse for Mountain Findings proves a bonanza for local bargain hunters.

ach year as the summer residents return to Highlands they look to see what’s changed over the winter. Along Mill Creek on Spruce Street they’ll find Mountain Findings’ new Furniture and Rug Warehouse. With more than 3,900 square feet, this new addition will provide a shopping paradise to people in need of gently-used furniture, rugs, pictures and home accessories. Don’t be fooled by the attractively landscaped exterior, this flat, easilyaccessible space is a treasure house of

gently-used items. “This new space will benefit all of uscustomers and volunteers alike,” Mountain Findings President Tom Hill explains. “For several years now, the donations we received exceeded our display and storage space. After careful evaluation, the board decided that more square footage could help us minimize our costs and provide more funds to be donated to the area non-profits.” Treasurer Bruce Roelke adds, “Since everyone at Mountain Findings is a volunteer

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(no one is paid), we have more funds to return to the community. Last year we were able to help 34 non-profits in our area fund their many endeavors.” Mountain Findings, located at 432 Spruce Street, Highlands, is open Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 P.M., May 1 to October 31. Watch for the Grand Opening some time in May. Drop by your donations during normal hours or call (828) 526-9929 to arrange for pickup of larger furniture items. Volunteers are always needed. Come join in the fun.

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SERVICE DIRECTORY

ACCOMMODATIONS

BEAUTY

CABINET DESIGN

CLEANING

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CONSTRUCTION

HOME CARE

NURSERY

PAINTING

REAL ESTATE

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CONSIGNMENT

GIVING BACK

FROM COMPASSION TO ACTION BY JENNY KING | PHOTO BY MARJORIE CHRISTIANSEN

Delaine Mehder’

Delaine Mehder’s generous spirit is a marvelous reflection of Hudson Library.

eople who love to read are a special kind of creature. You’ll find them with a book in hand in all sorts of places like park benches, restaurants, waiting rooms, and airplanes. Delaine Mehder can be found at The Bookworm on Main Street, Highlands. The Bookworm is a used book store that supports the Hudson Library, part of the Fontana Regional Library. Delaine has been a member of the Hudson Library Board of Directors for five years and says, “The Hudson Library is a working board, meaning that every member has an assigned duty. Mine is the Bookworm.” It’s a perfect fit for her. She loves organizing and coming up with ways to improve how things are done, so the Bookworm is a

perfect fit. Being new to the area, when she first took over the position it helped her get to know people and feel more like a part of the community. “I also enjoy meeting and talking to all the people who come in to the shop,” Delaine says. “I love to hear about where they’re from, what brought them to Highlands, and many times they will share other very interesting stories.” She feels being involved as a Bookworm volunteer is a wonderful way to support, not only reading and the library, but also the community. The Hudson Library offers programs such as activities for children, speakers and special interest programs, computer training, monthly exhibits, a community room for meetings, or a quiet retreat to sit on

the front porch or by the inside fireplace to read, to name a few. The Bookworm profits, plus individuals donations, help make these things happen as well as ongoing updates and new projects. “Our small town library is one of Highlands’ treasures and if you think that libraries are going out of style you are very wrong,” Delaine says. “They are thriving and growing with changes and updates to adapt to the new world of communications.” She strongly encourages others to donate their time. Volunteers are always needed and there are many options for working a designated day and schedule. Flexible duties are also available, so give Delaine a call at (828) 482-0326, and let her tell you all the ways you can help.

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GIVING BACK

BEING ERNEST KATHLEEN BUB FOREVER FARM

Ernest the Cat gains a new lease on life thanks to compassionate individuals across Western North Carolina.

he story of one handsome, blueeyed cat named Ernest shows how animal welfare organizations work together to save lives. How he became a stray is unknown, but Ernest joined a colony of cats in Jackson County that was being trapped, neutered and fed by a caretaker who noticed that he was injured. Ernest was taken to the Jackson County Animal Shelter where they called the Catman2 staff for assistance. These compassionate folks agreed to take the sweet handsome cat to their veterinarian. Despite the fact that Ernest tested positive for the Feline Leukemia virus, his wound was treated, and he was cared for at the Catman2 shelter for a couple of months, with numerous visits to the vet, before his wound finally healed. Sadly, he once again tested positive for the highly infectious FeLV, practically eliminating his chances for adoption.

But all was not lost for Ernest. Our Friends for Life Forever Farm, in neighboring Transylvania County, has a special facility that houses cats with Feline Leukemia. Fortunately, when we were contacted by Catman2, we had room in that facility for one more cat. State regulations allow for us to house only 12 cats per room, and lucky for Ernest there was a vacancy. So, as they say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It takes a village,â&#x20AC;? or in this case an extended animal welfare community, to save a special life. We work regularly with Catman2, helping with their special needs cats, and in return they help us with younger adoptable cats and kittens who somehow end up at our sanctuary for seniors. Please support organizations like Catman2, Inc (catman2.org) and Friends for Life (friendsforlifeforeverfarm.org) who work together to expand their efforts in helping animals in need. For information call 828-508-2460.

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CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS BY SUE BLAIR CARPE DIEM FARMS

A small team of good-natured volunteers is needed to help Carpe Diem Farms get spruced up for the season.

t’s hard to imagine that 16 years have passed since we held our first Gar’s Boot Camp. My brother, Gary Blair, a painting contractor by profession, had passed away suddenly in an auto accident in November 2000, shortly after leaving Carpe Diem and returning to south Florida for the winter. Working with my dad, prior to leaving they had painstakingly prepared and primed the stables for painting with plans to complete in the spring. That wasn’t in the cards for him but a few of his closest friends who had heard all about CDF and his volunteering to help me fulfill my dream decided in May 2001 to come to the farm and finish what he started. An accountant, two bankers, a hairdresser, and an x-ray technician joined

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my father, a retired general contractor who organized and led the very willing, unskilled team and me in the painting experience of a lifetime! Others volunteered, preparing and bringing food and refreshments to keep this crew going! We laughed, we cried, we told lots of Gary stories, and we painted! Don’t blink or 16 years will pass, my Dad joined my brother in heaven 10 years ago, and I hear them whispering in my ear, “It is beyond time to paint the stables and all the other buildings again, ask for help!” I’m reaching out to the community, seeking help to do it again! As Margaret Mead said, “A small committed group of individuals can change the world. Indeed it is the only thing that ever has.” That has certainly

been the case for Carpe Diem Farms everything that has happened at the farm has been driven by volunteers for 25 years! For the record, after we finished painting the stables all in that one week, we painted an out barn and The Lodge! Back then, we hand painted with brushes and rollers. I’ve invested in a sprayer to help this time! Now, if we can just master using it, the jobs will be done in no time. Experience isn’t needed, merely a generous heart and a good sense of humor! Help us celebrate our 25 anniversary of giving back to our community. Carpe Diem Farms is a 501©3 nonprofit, educational foundation. If you‘d like to help or for more information, call (828) 526-2854.

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HITTING PAYDIRT WITH ASHTIN BY ELIZABETH SPAULDING BIG BROTHERS, BIG SISTERS

The careful blending of Littles and Bigs and a supportive community makes the Big Brothers Big Sisters program such a success in Cashiers and Highlands.

ig Brothers Big Sisters of Cashiers and Highlands are fortunate to receive wonderful community support from a variety of local businesses. But rarely does collaboration shape out to be a perfect mixture of fun, learning and camaraderie. The Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust and The Bascom recently partnered to create an engaging, ongoing monthly curriculum to fulfill the specific interests of Ashtin, a herpetology-loving member of our program. He and his Big, Laura, regularly explore nature and their love of science when they go on outings together. On a recent outing they participated in an authentic field study led by Paige Engelbrektsson and Kyle Pursel from the

Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust to learn more about searching for and studying salamanders in their natural habitat. According to Laura, this rich learning experience has inspired Ashtin to keep an observation journal of his own. Following their field study, Kristina Baker from The Bascom incorporated art into their learning. Kristina helped Ashtin create a mixed media piece of a gopher tortoiseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s burrow with a spray paint sky, burrow made with crayon, dirt/sand mixture for the soil and cut-outs of the gopher tortoise and other animals that use or live in its burrow. The Bascom and Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust have enabled our participants numerous opportunities to enhance the interests of our

Littles. This type of support from collaborations with local businesses helps our mentors to provide guidance and learning opportunities unique to the passions and interests of our Littles. Mentors in BBBS of Cashiers and Highlands are fortunate to have such great resources available from the local businesses that support our efforts to make a difference in our community through working with youth. We are always looking for additional mentors of all ages who would like to commit to being a part of a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life. If you want to learn more about mentoring through BBBS, please contact Elizabeth Spaulding at cashiers@bbbswnc.org or highlands@bbbswnc.org.

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NATIONAL LAND TRUST DAY BY DR. GARY WEIN

HIGHLANDS-CASHIERS LAND TRUST

Everyone who revels in nature is invited to a gathering at the Brushy Face Preserve, Saturday, June 3.

une 3 is both National Trails and National Land Trust Day. To mark the occasion, Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust will celebrate the opening of a new public trail on our newest property. For the last year an exciting project has been going on at the Brushy Face Preserve, just down the road from Highlands. A dedicated group of volunteers has been building a new public trail by hand and connecting Highlands-Cashiers Land Trustâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest public property to our oldest. On Saturday, June 3, HCLT invites you to the grand opening of the Brushy Face trail! From 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M., stop by to join us for free food, fun, and a familyfriendly walk through the forest. The Brushy

Face trail begins west of US-28 with a view of Satulahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s western cliffs. It winds for 1.4 miles roundtrip across Clear Creek and through fern glades, rhododendron thickets, and buckberry patches. Special festival stations along the trail will focus on crafts and environmental education. Festival food and drinks will be available at the trailhead. For the more adventurous, join us for a challenging hike from Brushy Face up to the summit of Satulah Mountain Preserve, our first property protected in 1909. The hike will leave after the opening remarks at 10:00 A.M. and take several hours. It is not recommended for young children. No reservations are necessary. In the event of severe weather, we will re-

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schedule to Sunday, June 4. This trail was made possible by a spirit of community service. The Brushy Face community donated the property to HCLT to protect in perpetuity. The partnership of the Conservation Trust for North Carolina and the North Carolina Commission on Volunteerism enabled an AmeriCorps member to spearhead the project during her fifteen month term. And finally, many volunteers dedicated their time and energy in every kind of weather to bring this trail to life. To learn more about this free community event and how you can help HCLT protect the quality of the air we breathe, the water we drink and healthy habitat for all who live here, visit hicashlt.org or call (828) 526-1111.

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Owner Matt Canter and Ben Elmer

THE REEL DEAL BY MARY JANE MCCALL

Brookings Anglers brings its vast inventory of fly-fishing equipment and deep pool of knowledge and experience to the Highlands area.

rookings Anglers, long the go-to resource in Cashiers for all things related to fly fishing, now has a second location in Highlands at 273 Spring Street. Area fishermen will now have two locations to shop for fly fishing equipment and apparel, to book a guided trip with one of Brookings’ personable, experienced guides, or just stop by to share a fish tale or two. Brookings offers a great selection of quality clothing for men and women from names such as Patagonia, Simms, Orvis, and Columbia. You’ll also find all the equipment and accessories needed for even the most discerning angler. Not only can Brookings’ knowledgeable staff outfit you, but they also offer some of

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the area’s best guide trips. Their guides will help tailor the perfect experience that you won’t soon forget. Full and half day wade trips are available for groups or individuals. Their guides know what’s biting and where, so depending on the time of year you may fish the Tuckaseegee River, the Davidson River, a stream in Panthertown Valley, or any number of other small back country streams. Brookings also has private water options that ensure a solitary experience in pursuit of trophy trout. They also do full day float trips for trout and smallmouth bass, combining the thrill of fishing with the relaxation of a float down the river. If you’re new to the sport of fly fishing,

Brookings offers full day fly fishing schools covering the fundamentals of the sport. You’ll learn the basics of casting, knot tying, where to look for trout, and basic fly selection, followed by an afternoon on a trout stream practicing your new-found skills. Brookings provides you with all the equipment you need for their guide trips or school, as well as lunch for full day activities. Bring your love of fly fishing, thirst for knowledge, and spirit of adventure with you and they will provide the rest. The Highlands location is open Thursday through Tuesday (closed Wednesday) from 9:0 0 A.M. until 5:0 0 P.M. Their phone number is (828) 482-9444.

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JOB FAIR A Job Fair set for May 6 at Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library promises dividends for the entire Plateau.

usinesses across the Cashiers-Highlands-Lake Toxaway Plateau are joining together for a job fair to be held 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, May 6, at the Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library at 249 Frank Allen Road. Job seekers can conveniently meet with numerous employers representing accommodations, restaurants, retail, construction, trades, services and other industries and immediately apply for open positions. “We have great opportunities for seasonal full- and part-time work as well as year-round employment starting immediately,” explained Stephanie Edwards, Executive Director for the Cashiers Area Chamber, host of the Job Fair. “These companies are hiring hundreds of workers for the upcoming season and also many more to support full year operations.” Attendees will be eligible for door prizes to be awarded during the event. For more information about the job fair, visit Cashiers411.com or CashiersAreaChamber.com.

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MCKEEPROPERTIES.COM

828.743.3411 / 619 Highway 107 South / Cashiers, NC / 28717 619 Highway 107 South / Cashiers, NC 28717 / 828.743.3411

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YELLOW MOUNTAIN THE ARTS

YELLOW MOUNTAIN The areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest estate opportunity minutes from both Mountaintop Golf Club and Old Edwards Club, and Cashiers and Highlands, 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 family estate. Elevation reaches 5,127 feet at its highest point, offering unique high-elevation vegetation and the finest, grandest views in the area. The estate adjoins 12,000 acres of the Nantahala National Forest offering unlimited trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horse-back riding. A 26-acre gentlemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farm site sits at 4,600 feet and provides a peaceful 360 degree view of the surrounding mountains. At the summit, the Yellow Mountain fire tower rests near the boundary of the National Forest. The 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. MLS# 85322 / $6,950,000

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WADE HAMPTON GOLF CLUB

5 BEDROOMS / 6 FULL BATHS & 2 HALF BATHS This extraordinary home is proudly poised on 3.5 acres boasting expansive views

of Whiteside Mountain and Chimneytop Mountain. Designed by renowned architect Al Platt, this home offers exceptional attention to detail and quality, and offers both luxury and functionality. Each room in the house offers beautiful mountain views and the finest current finishes. The living room and Carolina porch are perfect for entertaining with a wonderful circular flow and large handsome fireplaces. The master bedroom, located on the main level, is large and luxurious with a bright bathroom and separate walk-in closets. Additional spaces include 4 private guest suites, office with a view, large family room complete with kitchenette, fireplace, and a well-appointed workout room. The exterior of this home offers ideal spaces for family, friends, and pets to play, with extensive hardscapes including cascading water feature, beautiful low maintenance landscaping, flat lawn area, and fire-pit. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this beauty! MLS# 83817 / $3,800,000

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WADE HAMPTON GOLF CLUB

4 BEDROOMS / 4.5 BATHS This beautiful home is nestled on 2.76 acres and sits on the shore of Silver Springs Lake, offering exceptional views of the lake and mountains. Designed by Mountainworks and built by Harris Custom Builders, this home offers exceptional attention to modern detail and quality. Each room in the house offers the finest current finishes blended with mountain rustic elegance including antique timber accents, large stone fireplaces, 10” antique oak plank floors, reclaimed wood on ceilings, gold fixtures in the kitchen and master bath, and anodized aluminum gutters. The bright spacious living room and Carolina porch with built-in grilling kitchenette are perfect for entertaining or just relaxing. The master bedroom on the main level offers its own “secret” sitting room in the loft area above. The exterior of this home offers beautiful low maintenance landscaping, flat lawn area, and a fire-pit. Enjoy fishing, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and a gentle lakefront trail that wraps around the lake. The perfect blend of chic relaxed style and mountain beauty! MLS# 84149 / $2,750,000

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MOUNTAINTOP GOLF CLUB THE ARTS

5 BEDROOMS / 5.5 BATHS Handsome lodge boasting fantastic views of Yellow Mountain and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Walking distance to the

clubhouse, golf course, swimming pool, kids camp, spa and much more. Three levels allow plenty of room for guests including a playroom, office/study, family room, TV or art room, and large outdoor living with fireplace. Each room is spacious and well appointed. Four beautiful stone fireplaces throughout the home including great room, covered porch, master bedroom and lower level family room. Home also includes 2-car garage, golf cart storage, low maintenance perennial landscaping. Contact Liz Harris for more information on this home and on Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club, one of the finest clubs in North Carolina. MLS# 82245 / $2,695,000

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CROSS CREEK PRESERVE

6 BEDROOMS / 6.5 BATHS Located just 5 minutes from Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club in the beautiful gated Cross Creek Community is this mountain estate home on 9.29 acres. The handsome home and guest house have been meticulously maintained. It offers a spacious gourmet kitchen centrally located to the deck and porch areas, great room with floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace and high ceiling, and dining room. Both great room and dining room open up to the covered porch for more entertaining. The master wing on the main level has an exquisite bath, exercise room, private office and its own porch. There are three bedrooms with en suite baths on the upper level. The separate guest cottage features a living room with fireplace, kitchenette and 2 bedroom suites. This home invites relaxation, family gatherings and has wonderful mountain views and gorgeous landscaping! MLS# 81405 / $2,595,000

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THE CHATTOOGA CLUB THE ARTS

3 BEDROOMS / 3.5 BATHS A beautiful refined mountain home located just 5 minutes from the center of Cashiers and 20 minutes from Highlands. Exceptional mountain views, 3.47 private acres and extensive low maintenance perennial gardens create your own private paradise. The home features bright and airy rooms with clean classic finishes throughout. Built in 2000. Among the warm and inviting interiors are a formal dining room and a spacious living room with stone fireplace and adjoining family room that also has a fireplace. The spacious master is on the main level with guest suites on upper level. Much of the furniture is included. Offered for $1,890,000

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BEAR CREEK FARM

3 BEDROOMS / 5 BATHS Enjoy breathtaking views from this private 38 acre estate. The cozy but spacious farmhouse invites you to sit

back, relax and rock to your heartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s content on the large front porch, surrounded by layers of mountain views and a nice cool breeze. The kitchen with eat in breakfast nook is bright and sunny, and is complete with built-in gas range, two wall ovens with warming drawer, and many extras. Dining room with fireplace is located between the kitchen and living room. Large master bedroom on main level with sitting area, and 2 large guest rooms and bonus room upstairs are spacious and inviting with views from each room, including the bonus bunk room. The 3-car garage is complete with extensive storage and work bench, as well as a game room. Must see this one and experience the tranquility and breathtaking views! MLS# 83707 / $1,799,000

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WADE HAMPTON GOLF CLUB THE ARTS

4 BEDROOMS / 4.5 BATHS This beautiful home in Wade Hampton Golf Club Community enjoys fantastic views of the 7th and 8th fairways as well as the lake on #7 and a view of Little Terrapin Mountain. It offers everything requested in a low maintenance mountain home. A beautiful bright vaulted living room with a large window wall and floor to ceiling stone fireplace opens up to the covered deck overlooking the views. The charming dining room just off the kitchen is surrounded by windows, giving a lovely â&#x20AC;&#x153;treehouseâ&#x20AC;? feeling. The large master bedroom is located on the main level, and three additional guest suites are located on the upper and lower levels. Great family room also on the lower level. Located an easy distance from the main entrance and the clubhouse. This home is bright, clean, current and ready to go! Furnishings negotiable. MLS# 84529 / $1,450,000

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CEDAR HILL

4 BEDROOMS / 4.5 BATHS New garage addition and new interior paint with designer colors! This handsome home is ideally located just 4 minutes from the center of Cashiers, NC in Cedar Hill. Fantastic views of Cow Rock and surrounding mountains may be enjoyed from each room in the house. The homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classic mountain style boasts large antique timbers reclaimed from a 1765 home. The scribed posts, beams, and trusses, combined with rough milled wide plank floors give this home character unlike most others. Spacious rooms throughout including bonus/game/TV room downstairs with kitchen. Long private driveway, chimney garden, swing set, fireplace and lush natural landscaping add to the natural exterior charm. Relax on the large covered and open decks and watch the sun light up Cow Rock Mountain with vibrant setting sunlight. A well maintained pathway to Rochester Creek and Cedar Hill pavilion provides the perfect destination hike. MLS# 79754 / $1,395,000

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3 BEDROOMS / 3.5 BATHS Handsome 2.5-story home crafted with beautiful reclaimed Appalachian log timbers boasting big views off to the south and west and frontage on Chattoogaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s small lake. This home gives you almost 4,000 heated sq. ft. of generous space. Master on the main and guest accommodation on the upper and lower levels allow for maximum privacy. Large game/bonus room downstairs provides additional room for a rainy day or for playful children. A large outdoor living space with fireplace is a wonderful area to enjoy the mountainsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; perfect summer temperatures and the sounds of Fowler Creek spilling over the dam into the lake below. MLS# 81395 / $1,350,000

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WADE HAMPTON GOLF CLUB

WADE HAMPTON GOLF CLUB New four bedroom, four and a half bath home to be built on Chimney Top Trail inside the gates of Wade Hampton Golf Club. Travis Mileti (Mountainworks) design with exceptional curb appeal. Home will include front porch, screened patio, and covered parking. Interior finishes include stained white oak flooring on main level, carpeted bedrooms, custom cabinetry, KitchenAid Professional appliances, and wood burning stone fireplace in the living room. Upgrades available. Flat lot and convenient location that is walking distance to Wade Hampton clubhouse and golf course. Main level floor plan pictured below. MLS# 85235 / $1,125,000

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HOLLY BERRY ESTATES This lovely spacious 3BR/3.5BA home is situated

on almost 10 gentle acres of flat usable land with beautiful views. Main level includes large kitchen and dining area, living room with wood burning fireplace and window wall looking at the view. Master suite on main level features sitting room/ den with fireplace, large sunny bathroom with glass surround shower and soaking tub, and spacious walk-in closet. Two generous guest suites, a loft area, and bonus/ family room over garage. Covered deck spans the length of the home. Holly Berry Estates offers several wonderful amenities. MLS# 85205 / $835,000

MOUNTAINTOP GOLF One of the best view lots in Mountaintop! Beautiful, large, level building site convenient to the entrance of phase II on 1.3 acres. New amenities in phase II include croquet lawn, event facility, event lawn, pickle ball, gardens and fire pit ring, play area, dog park, and walking trails. Mountaintop is one of the finest golf clubs in the area with an exceptional golf course designed by Tom Fazio. It includes a lake club and an array of amenities and fun for the whole family. MLS# 84996 / $749,000

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WADE HAMPTON GOLF CLUB Perfect size, low maintenance, one-level living allows you to enjoy this mountain retreat while taking in area amenities including golf, hiking, mountain biking, or sightseeing. This home features a great room with vaulted ceilings, oak flooring and stone fireplace. Open kitchen with breakfast bar and screened porch that leads to an open deck for relaxing and enjoying the cool summer breezes. Split bedroom plan with private master suite and two additional bedroom suites. Paved driveway with plenty of parking space. MLS# 81117 / $595,000

LOTS & LAND MLS# 81051 / $950,000 An exceptional lot in the renowned Chattooga Club offering 3.22 gentle acres with privacy and fantastic mountain views! Located just 5 minutes from the center of prestigious Cashiers, North Carolina. Amenities available with Chattooga Club membership. View pictured to the left. MLS# 82733 / $475,000 Gentle 0.78 acre estate lot in prestigious Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club. Easy building envelope with viewing platform in place. Great mountain views possible. MLS# 82731 / $395,000 This 0.52 acre lot along with the lot listed above are located side by side with opportunity to combine lots for 1.3 acre estate. MLS# 83219 / $61,000 Beautiful easy build lot of 0.99 acres with views of Chimneytop Mountain and frontage on Gold Branch Creek. Close to Sapphire Valley Amenities and Fairfield Lake!

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HIGH MEADOWS Exceptional lot in High Meadows with outstanding views of Whiteside, Blackrock, and Terrapin mountains. Gentle easy building site with driveway already roughed in. Easy to view this lot from the viewing platform. High Meadows is a lovely gated community just 6 minutes from the center of Cashiers and close to Wade Hampton, High Hampton and Chattooga Club. It offers a picturesque setting of rolling hills and fenced pastures. Amenities include community pavilion (pictured above) with kitchen for entertaining, large meadows for dogs and families to run and play in, 2 miles of well-groomed hiking trails, and gated entrance. House plans by Sam Edgens available for this lot. This lot is a BEAUTY! MLS# 84726 / $225,000

LIZ HARRIS, Vice President 828.342.3194 / liz@cashiers.com Liz Harris is a principal owner of McKee Properties and one of the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top brokers. Liz joined McKee Properties in 2004 and was fortunate to be mentored in the real estate business by William McKee. Her enthusiastic, creative, and persuasive style is effective and a pleasure to work with. Liz specializes in the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high end club communities including Wade Hampton, Mountaintop, and Chattooga, as well as other fine estates and homes in the Cashiers and Highlands area. Liz and her family are proud to call Cashiers their home, and they are dedicated to preserving the character and vitality of this Cashiers/Highlands area.

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PINNACLE RIDGE Charming 4BR/4.5BA home in private, gated community with over 2 acres! Soaring cathedral ceilings, stone fireplace in living room. Spacious kitchen, covered deck, screened porch with fireplace, recently finished basement. MLS# 85508 / $925,000

FOREST RIDGE Architectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home with panoramic views of Yellow, Whiteside & more. Many windows to enjoy the views & natural light. Large kitchen w/ adjacent dining & access to screened porch. Lower level family room, bonus room/bath & game room. MLS# 83201 / $850,000

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CEDAR RIDGE ESTATES Well maintained 3BR/3.5BA home

HOGBACK LAKE 3BR/3BA (plus 2 bonus rooms) log home in Sapphire Valley area. Lakefront lot, remodeled lower level with beautiful stained concrete floors, cathedral ceilings, wall of windows. Excellent outdoor spaces, stream and waterfall. MLS# 84120 / $499,000

SILVER SLIP FALLS Solid, well-built, 3BR/3.5BA home features

wraparound covered decks of this 3BR/3BA Tuckaseegee riverfront log home. Warm wood interiors featuring master & guest suite on main level. Upstairs loft, additional bedroom/bath. MLS# 84801 / $785,000

with 2 covered decks to enjoy the views! Family sized kitchen, master suite, formal dining, and screened porch on main. Lower family room with kitchenette. Office/library on upper. MLS# 84314 / $675,000

in town convenience, quiet, privacy and captivating Whiteside views. Super floorplan, storage, cathedral ceilings, wood floors, large family kitchen, two screened porches & open decks. MLS# 85369 / $475,000

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IN-TOWN COTTAGE Tucked away in a lush setting is charming

Willow Cottage. 3BR/2BA, nicely updated and sits on 1.14 acres of childand-pet-friendly land thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s convenient to town. Large, screened Carolina Room, complete with fireplace Offered for $470,000

SAPPHIRE HIGH Private setting with great mountain vistas, stream & waterfall. 3BR/3.5BA, stone wood-burning fireplace, wood cathedral ceilings, oak flooring, private balconies, deck spaces. Granite counters, black appliances in kitchen. Truly a lush paradise! MLS# 85353 / $449,000

HOLLY FOREST Perfect mountain home! 3BR (plus bonus room), 4BA on 1.52 acres. Open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, stone fireplaces in living and family rooms. Two levels of covered deck space, oversized garage with workshop. MLS# 84890 / $425,000 Furnished

SOUTHWINDS Adorable in-town 2BR/2.5BA cottage features almost-new updates including granite counters, open floor plan, plantation shutters, attached carport, and stone faced gas fireplaces. Home is in move-in ready condition! MLS# 84346 / $379,000

WALNUT GAP Affordable living at high elevation, featuring peace and quiet we all need! Long range mountain views from this 3BR/2BA home featuring open plan, bright kitchen, screened porch and fabulous covered farmhouse porch across front of home. MLS# 84615 / $299,000

HOLLY FOREST Great value on a delightful 2BR (with bonus room)/3BA mountain cabin, ready to be made your own! Peaceful and quiet with nice outdoor spaces and an open concept plan inside. Enjoy Hogback Mountain views from the spacious deck. MLS# 85002 / $189,000

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PINCHOT Stunning views from this gracious “rustic-elegant” 4BR/5.5BA home. In great room, soaring ceilings punctuated with antique log timbers

overlook the massive stone fireplace with hand carved artisan’s mantle and custom built wrought iron chandelier. Large master suite with luxurious bath adjoins owners den/office. Second bedroom suite on main level. Downstairs movie room with kitchenette. MLS# 85399 / $3,495,000

NORTH NORTON 4BR/4.5BA square log construction with updated flair and beautiful appointments in gorgeous setting overlooking rolling pasture, water feature with falls and long range mountain views on 23+ acres. Rumsford fireplace, surround sound, stone work. Fourth bedroom has private entry. Screened porch and open deck with firepit for relaxing and enjoying the views. MLS# 82177 / $1,790,000 Furnished › #1 Realtor in Cashiers area, 2015 & 2016 › Bachelor’s of Landscape Architecture › Wade Hampton Golf Club Development Team (1985–93) › Co-Founder McKee Properties

HOLLY FOREST Beautifully finished new home with 3BR/3BA, 2

bonus rooms, screened Carolina Room with fireplace and AMAZING views. Paved and river stone drive, fire pit, built-in shelving, antique barnwood accents, the list goes on! MLS# 85223 / $749,000

BETH TOWNSEND Vice President beth@cashiers.com 828.421.6193

› Real Estate professional since 1993 › Cashiers area summer resident since 1970, full time since 1981

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CHATTOOGA CLUB This beautifully furnished 3BR/3BA cottage welcomes you home the minute you walk in the door! Enjoy views of Chimney Top Mountain from covered porch with handsome stone fireplace. Property has lovely plantings! MLS# 84845 / $1,125,000

CONTINENTAL CLIFFS Beautiful custom 3BR/2.5BA log home! Soaring ceilings w/ stone fireplace, great room w/ adjoining dining and kitchen area. Perfect family home with large screened porch, deck and covered walkway to 2-car garage. MLS# 84115 / $759,000

HIGHLANDS FALLS COUNTRY CLUB Sunny 4BR/ 4BA home features beautiful wood walls in great room with stone fireplace and view of golf course and mountains. 3 bedrooms on main floor! Cozy kitchen with eating area and built-ins. MLS# 83456 / $695,000

CONTINENTAL CLIFFS One-level furnished 3BR/4BA home with beautiful year-round, unobstructed views! Master bedroom with TWO full baths. Stone fireplace, hardwood floors, attached carport and generator. Lower level bonus room w/ outdoor entry. MLS# 84902 / $650,000

STUNNING VIEW Charming, updated 3BR/2.5BA home halfway between Highlands and Cashiers with a view of mountains stacked upon mountains from every room in the back of the house. 2-car garage, 1+ acre lot, lower level guest bedroom entry. MLS# 85392 / $519,900

MOUNTAIN VIEW VILLAS Beautiful home in Sapphire Valley

SANDY BARROW C: 478.737.9664 JOHN BARROW C: 828.506.9356

includes adjacent lot. Well-maintained with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, plus additional sleeping loft and kitchenette. Gorgeous year round views of the 13th hole and the mountains beyond. MLS# 84560 / $319,000

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USTOM designed by Tim Greene & Associates, this beautiful traditional home has three bedrooms, three and a half baths in the main house plus one bedroom suite on the lower level with bathroom, kitchenette, fireplace and private access. Large covered deck with fireplace for enjoying luxurious outdoor living. Spectacular views of Whiteside Mountain plus Little Terrapin Mountain and long range mountains views with beautiful late afternoon sunsets. Located inside the gates of the well-established and prestigious neighborhood of the Chattooga Club. Membership to club by invitation only. MLS# 85387.

RIGHT The living room features a soaring 30â&#x20AC;&#x2122; ceiling, towering stone fireplace, and a wall of windows that floods the room with natural light and highlight the mountain vistas beyond. BELOW Dine al fresco with family and friends on the screened porch and open deck With magnificent long range views of Chimneytop and Rock Mountains.

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Bear Rock $1,595,000

EAR ROCK is a beautiful custom five bedroom, five and a half bath estate in the exclusive

gated community of The Chattooga Club. On the main level is the master suite plus a den/ office and half bath. The upper level has three guest bedrooms with private baths and a

loft area. The lower level consists of a cozy family room with stone fireplace plus a bunk room and bath â&#x20AC;&#x201D; perfect for the kids and grandkids! Membership to The Chattooga Club is by invitation only. MLS# 80907.

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Fox Hollow $1,599,000

OX HOLLOW sits inside the gates of the prestigious Chattooga Club, a private

gated community just a few minutes from the center of Cashiers. Entertaining is a stress-free affair with easy flow throughout the living spaces. Situated on

three lots and a short walk to the club. Surrounded by mature trees, the lush flat yard is perfect for planting a garden or as a play area for children and pets. Homeowners have access to Lake Chattooga, which is restocked with trout annually, as well as a lovely picnic area known as Macâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s View. Boasting incredible views of three states, it is a divine spot to watch the sunset. Membership is by invitation only. MLS# 83660.

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Silk Purse $1,200,000

ILK PURSE offers the privacy of a mountain retreat in a tranquil setting with beautiful architectural accents. This comfortable four bedroom, three and a half bath family home features an open floor plan with a stone fireplace in the living room, vaulted ceilings with wood beams and generous built-ins. The inviting outdoor deck features its own fireplace and views over the private pond. The master suite on the main level with his and her baths offers a spacious sanctuary. A den on the main level could be converted to a guest suite. The lower level encompasses a separate living area with a kitchen, two bedrooms and two baths, while the upper level has a roomy office. This home is handicapped accessible. Club membership is by invitation only. MLS# 83218.

COZY C O T TA G E

HARMING and cozy hassle free Chattooga Club cottage only steps away from all amenities. Three bedrooms, three baths. Wood burning fireplace on main level, large covered and screened-in deck off of dining room. Tudor style architecture. All yard maintenance including bushes and window boxes, driveways is included in HOA fee. Corner lot with easy in and out access. Located in the gated and well established community of the Chattooga Club. Membership by invitation only. MLS# 81813. Offered at $895,000.

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HIS stunning custom home is perfectly positioned to take advantage of beautiful views of Whiteside Mountain and sits just a short distance from the clubhouse and world class amenities of Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club. With five bedrooms and five and a half baths, including two sumptuous master suites, the spacious floor plan can accommodate the entire family. The well-appointed kitchen with butlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pantry overlooks the main living area, allowing the chef to be part of the festivities. Downstairs, the family room with wet bar and jacuzzi on the outside deck offer more opportunities for relaxation and good times. The transitional decor and elegant neutral color palette really set this home apart â&#x20AC;&#x201D; it is a truly superb luxury mountain getaway for the discerning buyer. MLS# 81581.

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MOUNTAINTOP GOLF & LAKE CLUB

A series of magnificent waterfalls. can be seen from almost every room of the home,

After the waterfalls, Knob Creek flows gently through the property.

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KNOB CREEK $6,995,000

ERHAPS the most remarkable home and water features in the area, this 6,000+ square foot home straddles Knob Creek and a large swimming hole. The propertyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many acres on either side of the creek provide complete privacy with walking and four-wheeling trails throughout. There are two ponds with a fishing dock. The property is gentle with elevations from 3620-3950 feet. The property is convenient to both Cashiers and Highlands. The long driveway into the home is flat and meanders through meadows and under brushed forests. The entry gate is remotely controlled and features large stone columns and fencing. Entering this property feels like entering a huge private estate or National Park. Deer and turkey frequent the fields and even an elk has been seen there recently. Most of the property is in a conservation easement with the main house and 10 cabin sites as out parcels. There are fireplaces in the living room, in the guest suite, and on the all season porch. MLS# 84897.

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ERCHED at 3,400 feet overlooking the lush golf

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den and coveted four-season porch with a cozy fire-

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ing small or large gatherings. Two guest suites are lo-

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dow treatments. Most living areas are located on the

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and Sapphire. MLS# 85630. Offered at $1,250,000.

LAKE GLENVILLE $1,695,000

HIS spectacular fully furnished lakefront home overlooks Lake Glenville and the mountains beyond. Completely updated and turnkey, it features five bedrooms and four and a half baths, including a guest suite with fireplace and morning kitchen. The great room has gorgeous views from every angle, as does the French Country style gourmet kitchen with six-burner gas stove, coffered ceiling and elegant custom cabinetry. The covered living porch with stone fireplace and spacious deck with fire pit offer serene settings to relax and enjoy the lovely surroundings and cool summer temperatures of the mountains. Additional features include a master on main, lower level family room, fun sleeping quarters for the kids, private dock, and an upstairs bonus room that makes a great home office. Trillium Limited Membership deposit now included. MLS# 83463.

Wraparound covered decks offer plenty of space for outdoor living and entertaining while enjoying gorgeous views of the lake and mountains.

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LAKE GLENVILLE $1,495,000

ITTING on the shore of beautiful Lake Glenville, this immaculate custom home boasts a very comfortable three-story floor plan. The master suite sits on the main level and features a lovely four-season sun room overlooking the water. The nearby media room is a prime spot for watching the game, while custom built-ins at one end make a great office. Two inviting guest bedrooms are located upstairs. Downstairs is a fourth bedroom and a family room with wine cellar and doors leading to the patio and fenced backyard. Filled with mature hardwoods, the gently sloped lot provides easy access to the lake and large dock, as well as convenient driveway entry and parking. A pretty gazebo sits near the water, perfect for relaxing in the crisp, clean air and lush natural surroundings. A two-car garage and separate ATV garage afford room for all the toys. For peace of mind during inclement weather, the backup generator has an automatic transfer switch, which runs all major systems. MLS# 85089.

SUMMER HILL

RING your suitcase and toothbrush - this large rustic mountain lodge on Lake Glenville is ready for its new owners to start enjoying. No detail was spared in creating this sprawling masterpiece, that features amazing woodwork throughout - including a spiral log staircase. Perfect for a large family, or being able to sleep several guests. Plentiful outdoor deck space to take in the majestic mountain and lake view - complete with an outdoor fireplace. A short golf cart ride to the lake. MLS# 83508. Offered at $1,200,000.

TATER KNOB

EPRESENTING lakefront living at its finest, this completely remodeled home on the east side of Lake Glenville offers spectacular views of the lake and mountains from almost all rooms. Fresh style and on-trend design elements result in a sophisticated yet wonderfully relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. An integrated smart home system controls lighting, temperature, music and security from anywhere in the world. The great room is the focal point for gathering, with a wood-burning stone fireplace, cathedral ceilings and rich hardwoods. The gorgeous chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen features premium stainless steel appliances, an oversized island with seating, stone countertops and a beautiful glass tile backsplash. A short, nearly level walk leads down to the lake from the lower level of the house. The dock is in excellent condition and sits in an area of deep water. MLS# 85481. Offered at $1,100,000.

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Summer Hill $2,495,000

IRST time on the market, for this custom-built home with 180 degree panoramic views of Lake Glenville and the mountain ranges beyond. Spacious master suite on main, with screened sleeping porch. The home features four fireplaces-two inside and two out, plentiful covered screened deck space and a large open deck below to take in the incredible views in every direction. Upstairs, you’ll enjoy views from almost every room-even from 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-all except the theater room offering incredible lake and mountain vistas. The home is located in the gated community of Summer Hill-one of the most prestigious communities on Lake Glenville, and offers you the privilege of docking your boat at the community dock. For the discriminating lake buyer who is looking for quality craftsmanship and phenomenal views, this one is it. MLS# 84090.

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Summersail $6,500,000

HIS exquisite private estate is nestled on 20 magnificent acres of giant poplars and beautifully manicured meadows, with over 1,700 feet of shoreline on beautiful Lake Glenville. Reminiscent of a graceful Southern plantation, the residence at the heart of the property is truly a timeless classic. A Victorian home constructed in the Queen Anne style of the late 1800s, it has all the hallmarks of a true legacy property. Don’t let appearances fool you — tucked just within the spindles, gables, ornamental details and graceful porches of this home lie all the modern luxury conveniences that you and your family crave. It comes complete with a lovely outdoor terrace and picture-perfect gazebo for entertaining, roomy guesthouse for visiting friends and family, boathouse, caretaker’s house and two barns. MLS# 85553.

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Glen Pointe $1,375,000

LAKE GLENVILLE

Laneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s End Farm $1,485,000

REAMING 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. Multiple living areas and a great floor plan make entertaining a pleasure. This home also includes private lake access with a dock and generous parking. MLS# 74152.

ANEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S End Farm is a magical 20-acre oasis with sprawling pastures, meandering wide creeks and countless trails to explore. A pretty tree-lined driveway leads the way to a breathtaking pastoral setting, with mountain views all around. Complete with a rocking chair front porch and a great view of Ward Mountain, the charming main house is surrounded by flowering gardens with arbors. The cozy guest cottage has its own front porch and a nice living area with a wood stove, full kitchen, two bedrooms and a guest bath. In the lower field, a covered pavilion sits next to a bold creek - the perfect place to relax and enjoy a good book or a glass of wine. MLS# 84469.

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ITTING at 3,700 feet in the private gated community of Cedar Hill, this exceptional custom home features expansive living space on three levels for hosting family and friends in comfort and style. Enjoy breathtaking long range, layered views across Sapphire all the way to Toxaway Mountain, with the lush fairways of The Country Club of Sapphire Valley below. An impressive great room makes the most of the incredible vistas with soaring ceilings, a wall of two-story windows, beautiful architectural timbers and a striking stone fireplace. Chefs of all skill levels will love cooking in the gorgeous kitchen with a large island, Subzero refrigerator, Wolf gas cooktop with pot filler and griddle, dual sinks and ovens, refrigerated drawers and an inviting keeping room with its own hearth. Step out onto the stone patio to watch the sunrise with a hot cup of coffee or relax with a cocktail in the evening. Multiple covered and open decks offer lots of options for enjoying the fresh

mountain air. Luxuriate in the grand master suite with its amazing bath, including fine custom cabinetry with two vanities and generous storage, a jetted tub, cozy fireplace and two walk-in closets, one with an island and laundry. Watch a movie or check email before bedtime in the adjacent sitting room with its built-in television and desk area. Two guest bedrooms round out the main level. Three more guest bedrooms sit on the upper level, along with a bonus room, morning kitchen and laundry. Downstairs, a fabulous entertainment room is the perfect spot to watch the big game and play billiards, cards or shuffleboard. Select a favorite vintage from the climatized wine room to enjoy at the bar, or slip outside to sit in the Jacuzzi by the fire or take a steam shower in the adjoining full bath. With high quality construction, detailed wood and stone work, and a lovely property, this notable estate must be seen to be fully appreciated. MLS# 85618. Offered at $3,750,000.

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NCLIVING.COM CEDAR HILL $1,679,000

EWLY remodeled and expanded, this outstanding home in the premier gated community of Cedar Hill offers wide open views of Laurel Knob and Cow Rock Mountains. Designed for those who love entertaining, this retreat has a gourmet kitchen with a large center island and adjoining custom wet bar, multiple dining areas, and a huge covered deck with a built-in grilling center, hot tub and lots of seatingÂ â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the ultimate space for relaxed mountain living. Downstairs, everyone will love the theater, game room and family room with its own fireplace, plus a third bedroom, second kitchen, laundry and bonus room. The well-outfitted lower level is wheelchair accessible directly via a path outside, and the steps to the front door can easily hold a ramp. MLS# 83310.

CEDAR HILL $845,000

CEDAR HILL $1,095,000

HIS spacious home offers cool temperatures and beautiful mountain views of Big Sheepcliff. The split floor plan is ideal for hosting family and friends alike. The master suite and two guest bedrooms sit on the main floor, with a fourth bedroom upstairs. A full in-law suite with a living area, kitchen, full bath and its own entry and covered deck is located on the terrace level. Preparing meals is a breeze in the well-lit gourmet kitchen with its large island, generous storage and premium appliances, including dual refrigerator/ freezers, two wall ovens, two dishwashers, an oversized sink and a warming drawer. Cozy up to one of the fireplaces on chilly nights and enjoy the picturesque views year round from the four-season Carolina room. MLS# 84857.

MAZING 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.

CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999

NCLIVING.COM HIGHLANDS GAP $1,595,000

OCATED 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 chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. Take time to enjoy the good life! MLS# 83884.

HIGHLANDS GAP $925,000

TUCK ASEGEE RIVER

$799,000

IRST time on the market, this is your chance to begin your new mountain lifestyle this season. Situated next to the USFS, with end of road privacy this home exudes peace, quiet and privacy. You are welcomed home by the sounds of the rushing water of Middle Creek falls accompanied by birdsong and a lovely front porch which begs you to come in and make yourself at home. High ceilings, wood floors, and the open great room draws you in to great room and dining area, and a kitchen designed for entertaining. Open and airy, you can enjoy the natural surroundings from every room. On the main level a gracious master suite, large laundry, powder room, and guest suite with private balcony. The lower level leads to the third bedroom, full bath, and bonus room; both with a private patio leading to the lush lawn and garden. With 6 acres, mountain views, private trails and bridges to your own waterfalls and picnic areas, your retreat is complete. Additional acreage available. MLS# 81868.

ESTLED in a pristine forest with Hatcher Falls close by, you will be mesmerized at the first glimpse of this hidden 5 plus acre treasure with the west fork of the Tuckasegee River as backdrop! The ambient noise of the river adds to this grand timber peg post and beam home with Tennessee field stone exterior and cedar shake roof containing 3 bedrooms, 3 car garage. The beautiful living area features cathedral pickled white knotty pine ceilings and walls, an oversized floor to ceiling stone fireplace. MLS# 85758.

CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999

NCLIVING.COM BIG RIDGE $1,590,000

REATED 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 winding entrance drive is very picturesque and leads to a paved motor court with generous parking. 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. Step out onto the screened living porch or open deck to enjoy casual dining or sunset cocktails while taking in the incredible views. This property sits at 3,800 feet of elevation on over four acres, with additional acreage available for even more privacy. Two wells, water storage tanks and a full generator offer peace of mind during inclement weather. Secure space on the lower level keeps ATVs and sporting gear clean and dry when not in use. MLS# 83978.

BURT FA R M

Regional designers added their magical touch to this historic estate.

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UST remodeled with new kitchen and bathrooms, flooring, roof and other improvements, the historical 131-acre Burt Farm Estate is a true legacy property, first settled by the Zachary family, one of the founding families of the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. Leave the world behind in this idyllic setting of rolling meadows filled with wildflowers, bubbling creeks, flowing streams, sparkling ponds and an abundance of native shrubs and mature trees. The nearly level drive meanders to the stately 1880s main residence with its generous indoor and outdoor living spaces. Overlooking lush green lawns and colorful plantings, the spacious covered porch

is a relaxing spot for sunset cocktails with friends. Enjoy a competitive or social match of tennis, practice on the putting green or play a lively round of lawn croquet. The estate also features a separate house for a caretaker or guests. The back of the property gently climbs in elevation and is suitable for being subdivided or building additional homes or cottages. Rarely does a property such as this become available for purchase. For those seeking privacy, substantial acreage and a cherished family homestead just minutes from Highlands, downtown Cashiers, and several exclusive golf and country clubs, the Burt Farm Estate is the unparalleled choice. MLS# 81815. Price upon inquiry.

Enjoy beautiful, long range mountain views from this 22+/- acre estate. Positioned at an elevation of 3,780 feet.

GUEST HOUSE

BLUE VALLEY $1,750,000

HIS estate enjoys mountain living at its best by taking advantage of 180 degree views and outdoor living spaces. The main home with over 5,000 sq. ft. offers four cozy living spaces for friends and extended family to enjoy. To the front, the huge open deck is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee as the sun rises over Queen Mountain, Satulah Mountains and the Small Fodderstack Mountains beyond. On the terrace level, you will find a large patio with stone fireplace and built in grill, a putting green, horseshoe pit and shuffle board court. The kitchen is completely remodeled and centrally located. The newly added sunroom with wall to wall windows boasts a satellite kitchen with 2 dishwasher drawers and its own grilling porch. Three bedrooms, three bath, living room, sunroom, playroom, den and two office spaces complete this beautiful home.. The first guest house has 1 bedroom/1.5 bathroom, with adorable living room/kitchen, bonus room and rocking chair front porch. The second guest house has gorgeous Blue Valley views looking over the Nantahala National Forest from the back of the house and the front enjoys views of Brushy Face Mountain and Little Yellow Mountain. Only 4 miles to downtown Highlands. MLS# 85694.

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past Southern Accents Showhouse, this traditional home features an elegant combination of transitional and classic Southern style. Perched high above the Old Edwards Club, this stately home offers exceptional long range layered mountain views along with a birdseye view of the golf course. The formal living room with a grand stone fireplace and soaring ceilings adjoins the dining room, the wet bar, a less

formal sitting area and gourmet kitchen are all situated on the main level. One of the three master suites is located on the main level with the additional ones located on the lower level along with a family room. A workout room is located over the garage. This traditionally styled home is exquisitely decorated with the finest furnishings. This estate is being offered turnkey for the discerning buyer. MLS# 82198. Offered at $2,500,000.

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O L D E D WA R D S C L U B

CASHIERS $2,198,000

HIS fabulous Frank Lloyd Wright style home sits on over five acres just seven minutes from Cashiers. The 180 º view wraps around the house with the highlight being Whiteside Mountain. Whiteside Mountain is just part of the splendor of what is considered the best view in Jackson and Macon counties. The sunsets are beautiful and so are the lush gardens. A large natural pond is home to Carp and Koi. A second stone walled pond compliments the flower gardens. A waterfall trails through the woods, rock gardens and 10,000 daffodils in spring all make for a spectacular estate. Four bedrooms - two and a half baths with room for a third bath and multiple decks complete this one of a kind property. MLS# 85455.

CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999

NCLIVING.COM SASSAFRASS RIDGE $1,900,000

OCATED on over nine acres for absolute privacy, this beautiful mountain estate offers gorgeous long range, layered mountain views of Bald Rock and beyond from high atop Sassafras Ridge. Enjoy the panoramic vistas from almost every room in the house, including the striking great room with a massive stone fireplace and the fabulous covered porch with its own stone fireplace for cool evenings. Fine finishes, rich wood floors and walls, beamed cathedral ceilings, abundant natural light and professionally decorated interiors impart a feeling of casual elegance. With five bedrooms, six and a half baths and a large lower level family room with morning kitchen, the spacious floor plan makes hosting the entire family a pleasure. MLS# 80772.

ABOVE An impressive stacked stone fireplace in the living room creates a warm atmosphere for gatherings, while cathedral ceilings and gleaming hardwood floors add a feeling of spaciousness. LEFT Sitting on just over an acre at an elevation of 3,600 feet, this majestic stone and timber property has breathtaking unobstructed views of Bald Rock Mountain and the lush valley below.

STONECREEK ESTATES $1,249,000

HIS stunning home is in the scenic gated community of Stonecreek Estates, centrally located near the Cashiers/Sapphire line with restaurants, shopping, golf, hiking and more just minutes away. An abundance of windows and doors grace all of the living spaces, offering dramatic vistas year round and an in-pouring of natural light. Every room on the main and lower levels has direct access to 2,200 square feet of decking, providing a gentle transition between the outside world and the casually elegant spaces within. The gracious open floor plan provides a grand setting for entertaining family and friends. The main-level master suite includes an office, spa-like bath and oversized walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms and baths are located on the upper and lower floors, offering privacy for guests. The kitchen is outfitted with premium appliances, beautiful granite countertops and a breakfast bar, which adds convenience and a congenial feel. If the kitchen is the heart of the home, then surely the 500-square-foot raised stone patio with built-in gas fire pit is the soul. With gorgeous views and custom lighting, railings and stonework, it is a sublime spot for endless hours of relaxation, stargazing and creating new memories with loved ones. A built-in indoor/outdoor music system enhances every occasion. Furnishings are included. MLS# 85490.

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$1,095,000

HIS gorgeous rustic mountain lodge is a sublime spot for whiling away the seasons amidst cool temperatures and making lifelong memories with family and friends. In harmony with the natural surroundings, the great room features a massive stone fireplace, wood walls and beams, cathedral ceilings and an abundance of windows for natural light. The family chef will love the gourmet kitchen with its large center island, six-burner gas cooktop, double ovens and warming drawer. An open deck for grilling is just outside. The main-level master suite has its own fireplace and an inviting bath with a jetted tub and separate walk-in shower. Upstairs are two bedrooms, three baths and a family room for watching the big game. A private fourth bedroom and bath on the lower level boasts exterior access. Extras include a full generator, stone fire pit, and bonus room over the garage. The property is beautifully landscaped and adjoins national forestlands. Furnishings are negotiable.

BA LD RO C K $6 4 0,000 A unique property offering an array of options for the equestrian enthusiast! Located in the picturesque gated community of Bald Rock, this fantastic newer mountain getaway sits on two lots totaling more than 12 acres. Ready to use at a moment’s notice, the thoughtfully designed layout makes riding and caring for one’s horses very convenient and comfortable. Three stalls, a tack room and caretaker’s accommodations sit on the main level, while the stylish second floor features three bedrooms, an open great room with kitchen and dining areas, and a covered porch. The property borders Panthertown National Forest for additional privacy. Furnishings are negotiable.

BA LD RO C K $ 379,000 Clean as a whistle, this premier Bald Rock custom cabin was meticulously built in 2009. Handsome and strong hickory hardwood floors adorn the main living area, while a beautiful floor-to-ceiling stone wood-burning fireplace highlights the great room. The master bedroom, guest room and laundry are all on the main level with a bonus space and full bath upstairs in the enclosed loft. A small stream runs near the back deck and the lot adjoins 28+ acres of Bald Rock POA property for extra privacy. MLS# 84204.

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BALD ROCK

SPRING FOREST $2,199,000

MONGST the clouds at 4,000 feet of elevation in the gated community of Spring Forest, this gorgeous custom estate offers spectacular panoramic views of Chimneytop and Rock Mountains and sparkling Fairfield Lake. The homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s elegant yet relaxed ambiance is highlighted by rich finishes, fine woodwork and distinctive stone masonry. Designed for entertaining, the floor plan includes an impressive living room with a massive stone fireplace and lots of glass to enjoy the vistas beyond. Featuring another grand fireplace, the formal dining room fits twelve comfortably. Let the party spill out onto the spacious deck, with its multiple seating areas for dining, cocktails and conversation. The master suite, study and one guest suite sit on the main level. Upstairs is an additional guest suite, with the family room, more bedrooms and a second covered deck on the lower level. The spacious property is professionally landscaped and full of color.

CASHIERS: 828 743 1999 HIGHL ANDS: 828 526 2999

NCLIVING.COM HIGHLANDS $2,495,000

HIS is a magnificent mountain contemporary with the most spectacular view of the cliffs of Whiteside Mountain and many other rock faces. It is a breathtaking view as the nearness of the Whiteside Mountain fades to many mountain ranges in layered relief. Home has huge main floor with plenty of room for family and entertaining. The open floor plan includes the kitchen, a breakfast area, another sitting area surrounded by a glass atrium, a large living room, and a smaller den/living area. In addition, there is a large den with fireplace on the main floor. Master is also on main with 3 complete bedrooms and baths downstairs. Large decks on the view side on both floors. There are four stone fireplaces, den, sitting room, living room and master bedroom. All rooms on both levels have big views. The 3+ acre lot offers absolute privacy. Facing East, you will enjoy the beautiful sunrises but be shaded come cocktail time. This Bowery Road address is very close to Main Street in Highlands. The home sits at an elevation just below 4,000 feet and the land falls away towards the valley floor, more than 1,000 feet below. On some days, you are above the clouds! MLS# 84373.

TRILLIUM $845,000

WHITEWATER RIDGE $749,000

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SHEEPCLIFF WOODS $749,000

GOLF CLUB ESTATES $699,000

D This spacious three-story home in scenic Trillium has an incredible six bedrooms and five baths, opening a world of possibilities. It is perfect for large families, vacations, reunions, get-togethers with friends old and new, and of course, rental income. The open floor plan and generous deck space allow for relaxed indoor and outdoor living and appreciating the big lake and mountain views. A fantastic rental history with gross receipts of $83,000 in 2015 make it even more attractive! The convenient location is close to restaurants and shopping in downtown Cashiers, as well as nearby hiking trails, waterfalls and beautiful national forestlands. MLS# 84885.

D Beautiful farm style home featuring quality construction with the great room boasting a large stone fireplace open to the back deck and screened porch offering views of Chimneytop and Cow Rock Mountains. Main bedroom and guest room on first level with additional guest rooms with en-suite baths on the upper level. Â On the lower level, discover the great room with a large stone fireplace, a full kitchen, three bonus rooms, covered deck leading to a huge level yard with fire pit. MLS# 82757.

This timber frame designed home has huge long and short range views of the area mountains! The main floor offers an open floor plan with cathedral ceilings complete with tongue and groove wooden ceilings over wooden floors and architectural, rounded exposed wooden beams. Enjoy the views outside from the screened-in porch or sit on the deck and enjoy the views. Grab your bags and head to the mountains, this home within this gated community has it all! MLS# 83905.

Natural light fills the living spaces of this incredible home, which overlooks both Bald Rock and the number seventeen fairway of Country Club at Sapphire Valley. The master bedroom and two guest bedrooms are both on the main level, with a spacious family room and guest room on the lower level. The golf course is just a short golf cart ride away. This great location and rare view make it an ideal opportunity for golf lovers. Membership at the Country Club at Sapphire Valley is by invitation only. MLS# 85504.

FARMHOUSE $675,000

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HIGH HEMLOCK $649,000

D 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, new roof, raised ceilings and new bathrooms on the main level, and hardwoods. MLS# 82971.

This picturesque four-acre estate property offers a separate caretakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cottage, three-car garage and heated indoor pool house. The three bedroom, three bath main residence is approximately 5,400 square feet and features cathedral ceilings, two massive stacked stone fireplaces and double living rooms, as well as a sunroom, game room and huge wraparound deck. The master suite takes up the entire top floor. Generous indoor and outdoor space. MLS# 82865.

Tucked away on 16 gently rolling acres, this beautiful, farmhouse offers plenty of privacy and is convenient to Cashiers. Architectural details like rich wood floors, painted wood walls, a stone fireplace in the living room and lots of glass for natural light, exude the relaxed mountain lifestyle. The rear deck overlooks the lushly wooded property and a tranquil pond with the sound of rushing water in the distance. A cozy study and generous master suite with sauna and jetted tub sit on the main level, with three more bedrooms upstairs. Waterfall on the property. MLS# 82361.

Amazing setting overlooking Lonesome Valley with views of Laurel Knob rock face and Cow Rock. This from 4,000â&#x20AC;&#x2122; elevation in wonderful High Hemlock. Well maintained log home provides comfort and relaxation, with wood floors, wood-burning fireplace and master suite on main. This home is just a short drive from the endless trails of Panthertown Valley. MLS# 82295.

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THE OAKS $699,000

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COWEE RIDGE $699,000

SAPPHIRE VALLEY $625,000

TRILLIUM $599,900

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L AKE TOX AWAY $649,000

THE VIEWS AT HIGHL ANDS COVE $599,000

D Beautiful southern vistas and the soothing sounds of rushing water are the perfect antidote for the stress of city life. Escape to this enchanting newer mountain home with lovely long range views and a cascading stream running the full length of the property — a very rare find! Spacious great room on the main level and family room on lower level both with fireplaces. Additional features include two spacious covered decks and three fireplaces, wood floors throughout, as well as a carport and garage. Furnishings are negotiable. MLS# 84954. One of the best panoramic long-range lake and mountain view properties in the NC mountains. This home sits at a cool 4000’+ elevation and offers a breath-taking view of multiple mountain ranges and looks out over 4 lakes in 3 different states (Toxaway - NC, Jocassee & Keowee - SC and Hartwell in GA). Master on main with additional bedrooms and baths up and down. MLS# 79994.

This lakefront tri-level Trillium home boasts fantastic unobstructed views of Lake Glenville and is well suited for hosting two families at a time. It is an easy stroll to The Landings restaurant and a short drive to golf, tennis and the main clubhouse. Rich wide plank wood floors lead to to a large stone wood-burning fireplace in the living room, while hewn wood beams add character and dimension to the family room. Bask in the cool breezes on the covered and open decks, or walk down to the shared deep water dock for a boat ride. Also included is a front row seat to Lake Glenville’s stunning Fourth of July fireworks show! Close to downtown Cashiers and Highlands, this home is priced to sell quickly. MLS# 85519. $599,900 One of the best views anywhere! Enjoy maintenance-free living at The Old Edwards Club in Highlands Cove. This beautiful three bedroom, three bath upper unit features a vaulted ceiling with beams and a stone fireplace in the living area. The kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a wet bar. Enjoy the majestic scenery in the large screened-in porch with its own fireplace. With only three stairs to the entrance, this is an amazingly rare unit is the best upper unit available and a must see!! MLS# 85493.

SUMMER COVE $789,000

LIT TLE SWITZERL AND | $349,000

This lovely home sits high atop Bright Mountain with excellent southerly views of the Trillium and 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, offer many possible uses. You’re at the top of the mountain with views all around. MLS# 84070.

Largest waterfall on lake is nearby and you can hear the falls from every room and see it from lake front. Home has two huge covered decks on the lake side and a covered porch on the front. Paved circular driveway and paved access with plenty of parking. There’s a paved golf cart or 4 wheel path to the lake to make it easy to haul your equipment and people to the large dock. Home faces due south and is on the south end of Lake Glenville, so close to Cashiers and Highlands. MLS# 82924.

Just finished home with Lake Glenville access. An open floor plan with master suite on main level and three bedrooms/two baths up. Quality finishes, including hardwood flooring on all main living areas, painted shiplap siding, granite countertops, solid 5 panel wood doors, and Windsor aluminum clad windows. Just a short walk/golf cart ride away from a designated boat slip. MLS# 84708.

Cozy and well maintained, this adorable cottage has pretty views of Lake Glenville and the mountains beyond from two covered decks. The master is on the main level, with two additional bedrooms and a bonus room downstairs. Updates include new kitchen appliances, a new driveway and fence, a new septic tank and a new well with a whole house water filtration system. The property is very close to the center of Cashiers, and just a short distance from Trillium Links and Lake Club. MLS# 85402.

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L AKE GLENVILLE | $859,000

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BRIGHT MOUNTAIN $695,000

SHERWOOD FOREST $599,000

CEDAR CREEK $575,000

CEDAR CREEK WOODS $569,000

ARROWHEAD $564,900

GOLF CLUB ESTATES $579,000

ARROWHEAD $545,000

F Built in 2004 with wood construction and cedar log siding, this home is in impeccable turn-key condition with negotiable furnishings. If you want peace and quiet, enjoy watching hawks and eagles soar overhead, or hear the hooting of owls at night, then the one-mile drive through a pristine forest will take you to such a place. Embrace the feeling of seclusion with long mountain views while only 10 minutes from Glenville, 15 minutes from Cashiers, and 20 minutes from Sylva. MLS# 85579. It is rare that a home on the golf course in Golf Club Estates comes up for sale, especially an affordable one, but here it is! With gorgeous views of the 3rd and 4th holes at The Country Club of Sapphire Valley, this well-kept mountain retreat is move-in ready. Accessible year round, the lush, gently sloping property has a huge garden. The one-story floor plan features a light and bright great room with vaulted ceilings and a terrific kitchen with a large center island designed for entertaining, and the expansive covered deck is a showstopper, with a striking stone fireplace, and poplar bark accents. MLS# 84253. Wonderful mountain view family home in well-established club and tennis community. Located in the lovely Cedar Creek Woods neighborhood. Roomy 4 bedroom/5 bath home with nicely landscaped grounds. Master bedroom plus guest bedroom on main floor. Additional guest rooms upstairs. Loft area upstairs, workshop/artist studio on main floor. Wonderful year round or summer retreat. MLS# 79265.

Lakefront home at Cedar Creek Woods within walking distance to Cedar Creek Racquet Club (Membership by Invitation) and all of its amenities. The views of the lake welcome you to the home and can be enjoyed from most rooms. The wrap around deck with steel cable railing is perfect to enjoy the mountain lifestyle from coffee to cocktails. The guest house features a bedroom, kitchenette eating area. Home offers a great value and just minutes to town. MLS# 85558. This beautifully appointed townhome is bursting at the seams with fine designer finishes. Completely furnished and decorated, this little piece of heaven is ready for its new owners to enjoy.Â Wood floors, custom window treatments and a striking floor-to-ceiling, wood-burning stone fireplace complete the warm, welcoming feel. Preparing casual meals for family and friends is a treat in the open kitchen, which features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances. MLS# 84220. Behind the gates of Arrowhead sits an elegant, quaint community of well designed, upscale timber framed homes and townhomes. This luxurious, fully furnished end-unit townhome is surrounded by lush greenery and feels very cozy and inviting. High ceilings, warm wooden floors, soft colors and fine finishes set the tone for the gracious interior, which is highlighted by a beautiful floor-to-ceiling, wood burning stone fireplace. Designed for casual entertaining. MLS# 84219.

PINE FOREST $479,000

DOWNTOWN CASHIERS $475,000

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HOLLY FOREST $495,000

HOLLY FOREST $475,000

F Well-maintained high elevation home with exceptional long-range mountain views. The main level has a large dining area open to a spacious kitchen with Corian countertops, gas range, wine cooler, large island and 3 sinks. The master is on the main and includes a private bathroom with jetted tub, dual sinks and large walk-in closet. The upstairs consists of 2 large guest rooms with baths. Lower level consists of a large open room with kitchenette, wood burning stove, office and bathroom. MLS# 83586. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! House is designed to live on one level, with two guest suites and an office upstairs. Enclosed sun room off master bedroom and living room that looks out to a beautiful wooded area and adjoins Red Bird Golf Course. House lays on a level lot with a 2.5 car garage - half for your golf cart. Looking for an easy to maintain house, in a great location? This one is it. Walking distance or very short golf cart ride away to Country Club of Sapphire Valley (membership by invitation only), The Library restaurant, and Sapphire Valley amenities. MLS# 85574. Overlooking Lonesome Valley and the mountains beyond, this home situated on over 4 acres affords you privacy and convenience to both Sapphire and Cashiers. Wonderful mountain feel with an open floor plan which is inviting and makes for the perfect year-round or summer home. Large unfinished basement for additional space. The home is fully furnished with some minor exceptions. MLS # 75868.

Lovely mountain home with stream frontage with near level entry from carport. Desirable split floor plan with a master suite and two guest rooms and office on the main level. The open great room, kitchen and sun room are very inviting and great for entertaining. The lower level has an oversized family room/rec room, two spacious bonus rooms, full bath and storage room. MLS# 84698. Fantastic, peaceful, year round mountain view home and cottage. Situated at 3,700 feet is a beautifully maintained, upgraded 3 bedroom home, 2 car garage that is nestled in the woods. Kitchen has been remodeled with walk-in pantry, the living area has been opened up for a grand and welcoming feel. Main bedroom and guest rooms are on the main level. Outdoor living area includes a large deck for entertaining with great views of Big Sheepcliff mountain. MLS# 85035. Spread your family out in this spacious, newer-constructed log home on a double lot. Master is on main, with sleeping rooms both upstairs and down. The house sleeps a lot, which makes it a coveted property if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for rental income. Downstairs has a separate large game/living area. House has exposed beams, arched windows and great natural light. More than 1000 feet of deck space. Path to fire pit off deck. MLS# 83641.

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COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES $499,000

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WALNUT GAP $515,000

WOUDES MOUNTAIN $464,000

HOLLY FOREST $420,000

GOLF CLUB ESTATES $399,000

CEDAR CREEK $349,000

COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES $459,000

BURLINGAME $349,900

F Lake Glenville home on a large lot with a private dock, great views and approximately 100+ feet of shoreline. This charming 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Cape Cod is surrounded by lush rhododendron, laurel, hardwoods and is tucked away in a scenic cove. The home features cathedral ceilings, double decks, a bonus room, lower level, loft, and an enchanted trail to the lake. The property has been well loved and is move in ready. Easy year round access. MLS# 79943. The split floor plan features a spacious master suite, guest bedroom and study, as well as a bright living room with vaulted ceiling and tall stone fireplace. The galley kitchen adjoins an eat-in area on one side and a dining room on the other. Scenic Country Club Estates is located just minutes from the Cashiers crossroads and a short golf cart ride away from The Country Club of Sapphire Valley (membership by invitation). This property is being sold with furnishings and an additional lot for privacy. MLS# 84367. Sitting at 3,400 feet of elevation, this immaculate, well-built home is being offered fully furnished, with a soft, neutral color palette and tasteful decor. The split floor plan offers privacy and room for family and friends, with the master suite on the main level, two guest rooms and a full bath upstairs, and a living area with sleeping space and full bath downstairs. Chefs will adore the kitchen with its custom glazed Bertch cabinetry, chiseled edge granite countertops and a gorgeous copper farmhouse sink. Enjoy Sapphire Valley amenities with ownership. MLS# 85177. .

Contemporary home is just a short golf cart ride to The Country Club of Sapphire Valley (membership by invitation only). Nestled on 1.8 acres for privacy with great open decks and views of the beautifully landscaped yard from many of the rooms. The great room with vaulted ceilings and stone fireplace opens to the sunroom and screened porch. Kitchen with granite counters opens to formal dining room which seats 8 comfortably. SVMA membership optional. MLS# 84518. Million dollar view and peaceful private setting from this small mountain cabin perched at 3,900â&#x20AC;&#x2122;+ elevation. Two bedrooms on opposite sides of the house, separated by living area, dining and kitchen. The property has a small waterfall off the large partially covered deck, fed by two springs above the property - a great spot to enjoy a morning cup of coffee or evening cocktail, while enjoying an amazingly beautiful view while listening to the sound of water. Less than 5 miles to the center of Cashiers in a private setting. Very close to put in to Panthertown Valley. MLS# 85722 This beautiful three bedroom golf course front home is the perfect get away! Newly remodeled and completely turn-key. The great room has cathedral ceilings and plenty of windows allowing natural light inside. With 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. MLS# 84916.

HOLLY FOREST $299,900

BURLINGAME $295,000

GOLF CLUB ESTATES $269,000

BIG RIDGE $249,000

A Perched at over 4,000 feet, this newer three bedroom, three and a half bath D Overlooking the lush Burlingame golf course, this elegantly updated and professionally decorated villa is simply stunning. From the high quality furnishings and luxurious custom window treatments and bedding to the premium cabintetry, coffered ceilings, hand-hewn timbers, and other fine fixtures and finishes, this turnkey getaway is a showstopper! Many architectural details were added by the interior designer, further distinguishing this home from others in the community. MLS# 81768.

home offers cool summer breezes and gorgeous long range mountain views. Features include an open great room with a stone wood-burning fireplace, rich wood floors and ceilings, open and covered decks, a full generator, and an unfinished lower level of approximately 2,500 square feet. The spacious five-acre property is filled with mature trees and has a classic red barn. MLS# 83036.

Bordering community green space for added privacy, this property offers a very serene and picturesque setting with stream frontage. Listen to the bubbling stream from the wraparound porch or take a leisurely stroll through the woods down to the waterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s edge. Cathedral ceilings and a huge wall of windows keep this newer home bright and cheery while bringing the scenic outdoors in. The inviting open living area has a neutral color palette and wood floors throughout. Ownership includes Sapphire Valley Resort amenities. MLS# 83771. This traditional home has been recently updated. The living room with an elegant stone fireplace and vaulted ceilings opens to the dining room and a spacious kitchen with plenty of cabinets, newer stainless steel appliances and a center island. The master suite with sitting area is on the main level, with a family room and two additional bedrooms and baths downstairs. MLS# 82915.

This classic cottage makes a delightful mountain getaway! The screened porch with vaulted ceilings and stone flooring is perfect for enjoying the sublime weather. The interior includes wood finished walls, vaulted ceilings and a cozy stone fireplace. The master bedroom is located on the main level, with a second bedroom upstairs for additional privacy. An enclosed garage provides extra storage. Nearly level lot allow for easy access year round, and The Country Club of Sapphire Valley (membership by invitation) is a short walk or golf cart ride away. MLS# 81279. Very affordably priced, this charming three bedroom, two and a half bath English Tudor style cottage offers beautiful mountain views and cool temperatures. Remodeled from the studs up in 2007, it is move-in ready and perfect for entertaining family and friends. Easily accessible year round with no steep roads to climb, it is just five minutes to Lake Glenville boat access and 20 minutes to Cashiers. MLS# 84293.

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SAPPHIRE VALLEY $325,000

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CASHIERS COT TAGE $229,900

TRILLIUM $275,000

NORTON COMMUNIT Y $199,900

WOLF KNOB ACRES $175,000

WHITESIDE FOREST $289,500

HOLLY RIDGE $174,000

F Wonderful cottage located just minutes to Cashiers along the historic 107 South corridor. The living room with stone fireplace and wood ceilings, along with the kitchen outfitted with stainless steel appliances, dining area, and master bedroom with vaulted ceilings are all located on the main level. This charming newer home is a great weekend getaway or year around home. Beautiful quality finishes. MLS# 82590. 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. Large patio area makes the cabin live large. 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. You can walk down the neighborhood road and right into the Chattooga Wilderness with miles upon miles of beautiful hiking. MLS# 85358. Fully furnished and move-in ready, it features an open great room and master suite with soaker tub on the main level, with two more bedrooms and a family room downstairs. The cozy covered porch with its own fireplace is a great spot for relaxing with a drink. This affordable mountain getaway is convenient to the many Trillium amenities, including the golf course, lakefront marina on Lake Glenville, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, plus a croquet lawn, pool, fitness center and more. MLS# 85419.

Two story mountain home with a small stream and waterfall on close to 4 acres. Surrounded by lush, natural mountain flora sitting at 3,680 feet in elevation and just minutes to Cashiers. Two bedrooms, two baths with additional lower level bonus rooms and lots of additional space. Spacious covered and uncovered decks that are great for outdoor entertaining! Open and updated kitchen with a breakfast bar, Corian countertops and stainless steel appliances. The rustic wood burning stone fireplace is perfect for cold winter nights. Lower level has its own entry through the carport entering into the family room and adjoining bonus rooms, bathroom and laundry room. Private driveway can be easily gated. Unique move in ready property, very hard to find at this price point. MLS# 85253. Very cute two-story three bedroom and three full bath cabin offers excellent mountain views and large wraparound covered and open decks. The living area features a cozy wood-burning stone fireplace and new wood floor. MLS# 84643. This completely renovated condominium is the perfect lock it and leave it mountain retreat. Cathedral ceilings were added, and the downstairs was expanded for a spacious feel in the bedrooms. Poplar bark adorns the impressive fireplace, Walk to Fairfield Lake and enjoy Sapphire amenities. Owner financing available. MLS# 77802. Â

PILOT MOUNTAIN $120,000

HILLTOP $115,000

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EMERALD RIDGE $115,000

MOUNTAIN CLUB $59,000

F Prepare to fall in love with this picture-perfect mountain hideaway! This charming cottage is stylish, crisp and clean with a wonderful cozy ambience. Upgrades include granite counters, hardwood floors, fresh paint, newer appliances and tile baths. You’ll love to linger on the roomy covered front porch and relax to the sounds of the babbling brook. Includes use of the community pavilion. Great low maintenance weekend getaway or an affordable Cashiers cottage. MLS# 83205. Beautiful and private 2.65 acres with majestic long range mountain views. Studio style living area with full kitchen, dining area, living room, bedroom and half bath sit above the garage. Private well recently installed and there is enough acreage to add another home on the property. Many upgrades made to property and a wonderful place to escape to the mountains! MLS# 83803. Charming little cabin in the woods with a fantastic year round view and the soothing sounds of Trout Creek in the background. Situated on two private acres this two bedroom, one and one-half bath has been well loved and is in great shape. Nice covered deck, perfect for outdoor dinners or a lazy day afternoon drink. Gated community. 10 minutes to hiking trails with waterfalls and river access, boat access and the only public beach for all of Lake Glenville. 20 minutes to Cashiers, 30 minutes to Sylva. Well priced for a quick sale. MLS# 85756.

Enjoy pretty lake and mountain views all year long from a very quiet area in lush Emerald Crest. This townhome is a desirable end unit with an easy walkway to the front entrance. Other features include a stone woodburning fireplace in the living room, breakfast bar in the kitchen and a main level guest room and guest bath. Sapphire Valley amenities available. MLS# 84085. Great location in Sapphire’s Hilltop neighborhood. This 2 bedroom condominium is just a short walk to Fairfield Lake and all of the amenities. Tranquil setting with a wooded view off the back deck. Start enjoying the mountain lifestyle in this value priced unit. Owner financing available. MLS#77801. Amazing opportunity! Mountain living made easy in this very desirable community in Sapphire Valley. Mountain Club offers many amenities for the whole family at the Mountain Club and SVMA which include: indoor and outdoor pool, sauna, hot tub, fitness room, game room, pool table, ping pong, miniature golf, horseshoe pits, various arts & crafts classes, snow skiing and tubing, Lake Fairfield boat dock, tennis and racquet club, 18 hole golf course, 9 hole executive golf course, driving range, and much more. Now offering 1/12th. There is an additional 1/6th interest available for $89,000.

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BIG RIDGE $160,000

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SAPPHIRE $1,100,000

CASHIERS $525,000

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CASHIERS $569,000

CASHIERS $365,000

D 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. Contact list agent for more details. This is one of the largest multi-purpose buildings in the Cashiers/Sapphire area. Building is partially leased to help with cash flow. MLS# 85231. This is a prime commercial location in Cashiers near Ingles grocery store. Less than a mile from the Cashiers Crossroads with approximately 87 feet of Highway 64 frontage. This 4,000 +/- square foot building is all on one level with two heated single car garage bays as well as tons of floored attic space. Beautifully remodeled in 2009 and is move-in ready. One of the largest retails spaces available in the Cashiers area! MLS# 84872.

Charming building, well located in shopping district near Crossroads. There are many business opportunities and also has living quarters which include kitchen, dining room, bathroom on main floor, second floor has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Charming outdoor fenced in patio with stone fireplace off of dining room and kitchen. Parking in front and in back of building.Â MLS# 82365. Great business location between intersection and Ingles. Fantastic exposure on most traveled section of Highway 64 in Cashiers and a great location for an office or retail store. MLS# 83247.

Capitiva Mountain

Lush with native trees and rhododendrons, this private 5.5 acre lot is located in the prestigious gated community of Bald Rock. Great panoramic mountain views from this 3,800 ft. elevation lot! Easy driveway already roughed in to level home site. Nice rock outcropping with stream running down it that continues along the far right side of the property. Quick access to the 9 miles of maintained equestrian/hiking trails that also continue into 6,300 Panthertown Nature Preserve. This well maintained community features waterfalls, wooden bridges and streams throughout plus a staffed equestrian center and a pavilion with 2 fireplaces and full kitchen. Ownership comes with Sapphire Valley amenities that give you access to the golf course, tennis courts, rec center, fitness center, indoor/outdoor pools, community center, ski slope, zip line and more. MLS# 85729. $49,900.

Lake Glenville access lot with community dock on Lake Glenville with picnic shelter. Big view of mountain and rock face. MLS# 83343. $65,000.

A wonderful piece of property for an estate, horse farm, or private home site. Elevations above 4,000 feet with big views. Many possible house locations. Property is currently all wooded. Springs on property. MLS# 85308. $549,500. Exceptional long range mountain views from the top of this 9.45 acres with small spring. Lots of hardwoods, mountain laurel, rhododendron and native flora. MLS# 83671. $64,900.

Big Sheepcliff Exceptional location at an elevation of approx. 4,200’. Long range views over the Lake Glenville Valley from this 12 acre lot with septic installed. MLS# 83308. $349,000. Lot is located in the upper section of the community with mountain views of the Glenville Valley. 4 bedroom septic evaluation. MLS# 83307. $149,000.

Bridge Creek Large level corner lot on bold trout stream. Norton Creek is the largest stream feeding into nearby Lake Glenville. This gated community features covered bridge entrance, underground utilities, walking trails, large community pond, chimney garden and more. MLS# 76927. $27,500.

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. $39,000.

Cedar Hill Very level and easy to build on lot features exceptional views of Bald Rock, Lonesome Valley Canyon, and Hogback Mountain. Bring your builder to this exceptional lot at over 3800’ of elevation. MLS# 81000. $250,000.

Cedar Ridge Estates Listen to the sound of rushing water in your backyard with the convenience of being minutes to Cashiers and Sapphire and all of the wonderful amenities. Located on a cul-de-sac. MLS# 81921. $44,900.

Chattooga Club Level and easy building lot located inside the prestigious, well established and gated community of the Chattooga Club. Location is great, being only steps away from Club amenities. Homeowner amenities include Lake Chattooga, which is stocked yearly with trout; small boats available and fishing is allowed (catch and release encouraged). Also included is a gorgeous picnic area with covered shelter and bbq, picnic tables with magnificent view of Whiteside Mountain and additional mountain ranges surround this special venue. Perfect for late afternoon cocktails with your friends while you watch the spectacular sunsets. Membership to Club by invitation only. MLS# 85572. $375,000.

Wonderful large building lot at 4000 feet elevation. Huge views of Lake Glenville and the mountains all around. Enter community through a beautiful covered bridge spanning the trout waters of Norton Creek. MLS# 84584. $260,000. Large building lot, 3.5+ acres, with a wonderful, easy site to build a home on. This lot has huge views of Lake Glenville and the mountains all around and beyond. Situated at the end of the road at over 4000’ of elevation and just over 4 miles from the center of Cashiers. MLS# 84582. $260,000, Beautiful lot at the end of a gravel road for privacy in the peaceful subdivision of Bridge Creek! This 1.71 acres is within a short distance of town! MLS# 84655. $27,900. 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. Great price for an easy building lot! MLS# 85016. $24,900. Beautiful wooded lot and filled with nature and a mountain view provides the peace and quiet needed for a great mountain home site. This gated community features trails, a pond, chimney garden and quiet!! MLS# 84657. $17,900.

One of the few lots remaining in the gated and well established Chattooga Club community. Beautiful and gentle 1.4 acre lot with beautiful hardwoods, lush native rhododendrons, mountain laurels and mountain views. Membership to Chattooga Club by invitation. MLS# 83298. $360,000.

Chestnut Ridge Fronting on Fenley Forest Trail and adjacent to Trillium, this 6+ acre parcel is the perfect spot with low HOA fees and close to Cashiers. Producing well

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on property. Nice building area. MLS# 85483. $49,500.

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Cullowhee Forest

Investors dream - entire subdivision ready for completion with views of Whiteside and Chimneytop mountains. 14 contiguous lots totaling 41 acres as a package deal. Septic evaluations have been completed on all lots. SVMA amenities. MLS# 83545. $699,000.

Development opportunity with some infrastructure in place. Originally, this tract was known as the Tuckasegee property and part of River Rock. Millions have been invested in roads, water and power infrastructure. Perfect project to complete by savvy developer. Wonderful mountain views and stream front lots. Seller will entertain owner financing based on 30% down payment with 8% interest rate with at 2 year balloon. MLS# 81020. $2,700,000.

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# 83525. Reduced to $199,900

Falcon Ridge Mountaintop acreage directly across from 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# 83535. $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. $199,900. 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. $119,900. 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 ($134,900/MLS# 83896 or both lots for $224,900) and can be purchased together for a total of 11.73 acres for even more privacy. Sapphire Valley Resort amenities included. MLS# 83899. $89,900.

Fenley Forest Well priced lakefront lot on Lake Glenville. Shared well. Well is in the small building you pass on right going in. 4 bedroom septic evaluation in hand. New survey in hand. Located on a quiet little cove. MLS# 85310. $375,000.

Glen Laurel Wonderful large building site that can be subdivided. Big views of mountains and Lake Glenville. Access to shared dock on Lake Glenville. Very gentle building sites. Underground utilities available. Wildlife Service boat ramp is within 1/2 mile so you can put in and take out your lake toys easily. MLS# 78191. $99,000. 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. Large view lot with lake access. Paved road wraps around lot with gentle building area at bottom and big view from top. Lake and mountain views. Paved road and underground utilities. MLS# 85586. $35,000.

Glen Pointe Lake Glenville lakefront lot with huge views of the lake and mountains. View looks down the length of the lake and is convenient to both Cashiers and Highlands. Located in the small (14 lot) gated community of Glen Pointe. Community has paved roads and tennis court. MLS# 82481. Just listed at $375,000. 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. Norton Creek Falls just a few yards away can be heard clearly. MLS# 81652. $129,500. 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 in community dock. Wooded lot in gated community with tennis court. Easy building site, easy septic. Hear the sounds of Norton Creek Falls just yards away. Unlike most lake access communities, Glen Pointe has a boat slip for every off lake lot. MLS# 81651. $129,500.

Glenville Lots of land for the money! Easy access off Highway 107. The land is steep but the top of the proper-

ty has a nice home site with big views and hundreds of feet of stream frontage on Horse Stomp Creek. Old home at bottom of the property is no longer livable but the foundation may be suitable for a new home or barn. Highest elevation is approximately 3,600. Motivated seller. MLS# 82372. $77,500.

High Grove Developer opportunity on the 441 corridor, convenient to Sylva, Dillsboro, Bryson City and Cherokee. Development with incredible long range mountain and river views, located in the heart of Jackson County. Development includes 86 lots, 6 open space lots and common areas. MLS# 78151. $1,600,000.

High Springs It doesn’t get much better than this! 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# 83338. $79,000.

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. $699,000.

Holly Forest Easy build lot with a great view of Chimney Top Mountain. Sapphire HOA has approved access through adjoining green space allowing for a gentle driveway and very private home site. Quick drive to Highway 64 with no steep roads to climb or descend. MLS# 83009. $45,000. 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# 85759. $29,000. If you are looking to build your own mountain home in Sapphire Valley this is a wonderful large lot that is nearly level. SVMA amenities. MLS# 84372. $20,000. This lot situated on a quiet street has potential mountain views.at 3,360’ of elevation makes this a cool mountain property. Features Sapphire Valley amenities. MLS# 84271. $15,000.

3 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 - $39,500. MLS# 74340, 74341 and 74350.

Paradise Mountain This beautiful countryside consisting of three lots totaling 4.22+/- acres provide the best of the woods, mountain side and rushing waters. MLS# 83279. $22,000.

Pilots Knob Fantastic building lot in the desirable neighborhood of Pilots Knob! Truly a hidden gem of a community where owners enjoy beautiful majestic long range mountain views and quaint Christmas tree farms as they drive through the area. Community features a pond and fire pit common area. Pilots Knob is paved throughout and has an inviting gated entrance with a pretty waterfall feature. This particular lot has a very gentle building site with easy driveway access and large rock outcroppings for built-in landscaping features. Winter mountain long range views with possibility of more year-round views once other owners clear some trees to build on their lots as well. Low POA fees and underground utilities. MLS# 85489. $35,000.

Round Hill Very gentle and easy building lot at the end of a culde-sac. This 0.88 acre lot is located in the beautiful community of Round Hill in the heart of Sapphire. Year round mountain views should be easy to obtain with select tree trimming. Expired 4 bedroom septic permit on file. MLS# 83933. $49,000.

Sapphire High What everyone wants in a mountain property. 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

Nearly level high elevation 11 acre estate at an elevation of 4,300 feet, the property is essentially flat, heavily wooded and sub-dividable. MLS# 83547. $124,900.

Sheepcliff Woods Here’s the perfect spot to place your mountain dream home. 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’ elevation, this lot has a view of the famed Whiteside Mountain. Sheepcliff Woods is a quiet, gated community. Community water in place and an expired 3 BR septic permit in hand, that could likely be improved-given the size of the lot. Ready for a discerning buyer to place their mountain home. This one has everything-great gated community, extremely close to downtown Cashiers, a view, easy build, water in place, and less than $100k. Owners had planned their dream, but life has called for them to pass this opportunity along. See it for yourself. MLS# 85480. $99,000.

Stonecreek Estates Four fabulous lots, some with incredible mountain views, in this conveniently located neighborhood in Sapphire Valley. A short walk or golf cart ride to CCSV or SVMA. Lots from $19,900 to $39,900 Fabulous views over Sapphire Valley and a short golf cart ride away from CCSV and the Sapphire Valley amenities. Enjoy the views of Bald Rock and Lonesome Valley canyon. MLS# 84189. $33,888.

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

Summer Cove

Shepherds Mountain Here’s your chance to build your dream home in the mountains in the nice gated community of Shepherds Mountain. Perched at 3,700’ elevation, this lot offers cool summer temperatures and end of road privacy. Shepherds Mountain has two lane paved roads throughout, and has a clubhouse and deeded access to Lake Glenville. Water rights in place and there is an expired 4 bedroom septic permit. Everything is in place, and owner has priced this lot to move. If you’re looking to build your dream at a high elevation in a great peaceful community, without spending a lot of money-this lot is worth checking out. Owner has plans for a custom log home for this lot and are happy to convey with purchase. MLS# 85588. $19,000.

Sims Valley Spread your wings and build your dream home on 5+ acre lot, that will have unbelievable views all the way to the Blue Ridge Parkway with some tree trimming. 5 Bedroom septic permit. Sims Valley offers great amenities. MLS# 83732. $65,000.

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Lake Glenville

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. Just a short drive to the resort towns of Cashiers and Highlands. You may have heard that all this wasn’t possible in one property - but here it is. MLS# 82083. $239,500.

This incredible view lot offers amazing views down the south channel of the lake, with many layered mountain ranges in the distance. Property has a designated slip on the 10-slip community dock. You’ll enjoy the cool breezes and spectacular views from 3800’, while just a short walk to your dock. MLS# 84681. $295,000

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An inexpensive way to get a building lot with all the Sapphire Valley amenities. Lot faces southeast so has good year-round sun. Paved road, underground utilities. MLS# 85189. $5,000.

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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. If a big

Large lake access lot with great mountain and sunset views. MLS# 73981. $115,000. Big lake access lot with western exposure. View of mountains and sunsets. MLS# 73982. $115,000. Very large Lake Glenville access lot. This lot faces west with sunset and mountain views. MLS# 73983. $115,000.

Tahala Shores Fantastic opportunity to buy a lot with a boat dock on Lake Glenville within easy walking distance and not pay the high price of a lake front lot. Dock is in. Shared well. Easy build wooded lot. MLS# 83464. $115,000. Nice wooded building site above the road. Very close to common area on Lake Glenville. Easy build, priced to sell. MLS# 82952. $35,000

view of Lake Glenville and the mountains are what you want, this one’s a must see. Summer Cove offers all lake view property owners a designated slip on the 10slip community dock that’s just a short golf-cart ride away. This lot offers you the best of both worlds-sitting 300’ above the lake, you’ll enjoy the cool breezes and spectacular views from 3,800’...while being able to have your boat docked at the community dock that’s just a short distance away. Adjacent lot (Lot #17) is also available for purchase to provide a buffer, or opportunity to build main house/guest house. MLS# 84680. $275,000.

Summer Hill at Lake Glenville Great lakefront lot on wide part of Lake Glenville, in the prestigious gated community of Summer Hill. Easy, east facing building envelope, with a gentle slope down to the already installed private boat dock. With some tree trimming, this lot will offer spectacular lake AND mountain views. One of the last great lake-front lots on Lake Glenville. Perfect spot to build your dream lake house, and enjoy for years to come. All within a great lake community of upscale homes. MLS# 85459. $535,000. Perched at a cool 3800’, this is one of the premier lake and mountain view lots on all of Lake Glenville. Easy building site with current 4 bedroom septic evaluation. MLS# 82855. $339,000. Almost 3 acre lot in Summer Hill, a premier Lake Glenville community. Driveway partially in. Big lake view. Community dock, boat launch ramp, sandy beach, picnic shelter with fireplace and tennis court. MLS# 76073. $295,000.

ple blue mountain ranges beyond. Located in a private gated community of Whitewater Ridge. Whitewater Ridge consists of 285 acres, with homes ranging from $700,000 to $2,500,000. Easy access on paved roads, underground utilities, and community water. Amenities include cool elevations, a community pond and hiking trails in the Nantahala Forest, which surrounds the community, and a trail to Whitewater River for trout fishing. Lot 41 is bordered by the Nantahala National Forest to ensure privacy and views. MLS# 85317. $200,000. Exceptional long range mountain views and adjoins Nantahala National Forest! This 3.07 acre lot sits at approximately 3,650 ft. elevation and has dead-on views of Whiteside Mountain and outlying mountains as well. Gentle driveway access and house site with community water and underground utilities. This is the perfect lot to build your private mountain dream home. MLS# 81013. $125,000.

Zachary’s Gap

Trillium Easy build lot inside Trillium with Lake Glenville and mountain views. Owner bought 2 adjacent lots to be able to clear the view. All 3 lots total 3.14 acres. Only one amenity fee. 18 hole golf course, beautiful club house, tennis, pool, fitness center and a club house and dockage on Lake Glenville. This is the only full amenity club on Lake Glenville. Conveniently located approx. 3 miles from the Cashiers crossroads. MLS# 85667. $150,000. 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# 84740. $199,500.

Whisper Lake Great opportunity to own a large 1.68 acre double lot in Whisper Lake. A beautiful, noisy stream borders the left side of the property. Mountain views may be obtainable from the top portion of the lot with tree trimming. 3 bedroom septic permit. MLS# 83314. $16,500.

Whitewater Ridge Lot 41 has 7.51 gentle acres, has gorgeous panorama views of Lake Jocassee, Lake Keowee and the multi-

High above the valley floor at 4000’ of elevation with a panoramic view of Sapphire Valley including views of Whiteside, Chimneytop, and Rock Mountain. This partially cleared lot with fire pit area and path from the road cleared offers spectacular views. Located in the small gated community of Zachary’s Gap, this lot’s views are absolutely amazing! MLS# 80127. $410,000.

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ustic 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. The family chef will love the beautiful, light-filled French Country gourmet kitchen featuring a professional gas range, double oven, center island with seating, and reclaimed timber beams. Step out onto the divine covered living/dining porch with its own hearth to truly enjoy the mountain lifestyle. The master suite is on the main level, with two lovely guest suites and an office upstairs. Downstairs is a large family room, as well as two more bedrooms and two baths. You must be a member of the Chattooga Club to enjoy any of the amenities.

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uaint and cozy cottage inside the gates of the prestigious Chattooga Club community. 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 bedroom upstairs. You must be a member of the Chattooga Club to enjoy any of the amenities.

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D This wonderful three bedroom, three bath, single level living home is located in the heart of Sapphire. Entertaining is a pleasure with the well-appointed kitchen and an open, airy floor plan makes for comfortable living. Enjoy the cool mountain breezes on the large screened porch. Just minutes away are the many Sapphire Valley Resort amenities, including golf, tennis, indoor and outdoor pools, mini-golf, a fitness center and game room. Amenities also include access to Fairfield Lake for swimming, fishing and boating. 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. Take a stroll down the pathway through the lush foliage where you’ll find a private dock and canoe for catching bluegills and bass on this peaceful lake. Guests have access to the many Sapphire Valley Resort amenities and 55+ acre Fairfield Lake.

Amazing setting overlooking Lonesome Valley with views of Laurel Knob rock face and Cow Rock. This from 4,000’ elevation in wonderful High Hemlock. Well maintained log home provides comfort and relaxation, with wood floors, wood-burning fireplace and master suite on main. This home is just a short drive from the endless hiking trails of Panthertown Valley. Nestled on 65 magnificent acres on sparkling Lake Glenville, this gracious lakefront home would make the perfect spot for your next getaway, wedding, family reunion or corporate retreat. The main home features three bedrooms and two and a half baths with wraparound porches and a lovely outdoor terrace for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen with Viking appliances and all the tools of the trade is a chef’s delight. The guest house offers three additional bedrooms and two baths and overlooks a quiet cove of the lake. Relax and enjoy the stunning views in the picture-perfect gazebo perched at the end of the peninsula, launch your boat from the four-slip boat dock to explore the lake and its scenic waterfalls.

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D 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. Sleeps 8 + daybed. For a small fee, guests have access to the many Sapphire Valley Resort amenities. Tucked away on 16 gently rolling acres in the historic neighborhood of Burt Farm, this beautiful, well maintained farmhouse offers plenty of privacy with just a short drive to downtown Cashiers. Architectural details like rich wood floors, painted wood walls, a stone fireplace in the living room and lots of glass for natural light, exude the relaxed mountain lifestyle. A wonderful place to enjoy wine and appetizers as the cool evening approaches, the rear deck overlooks the lushly wooded property and a tranquil pond with the sound of rushing water in the distance. A cozy study and generous master suite with sauna and jetted tub sit on the main level, with three more bedrooms upstairs.

This 4 bedroom, 3 full bath gem is nestled in the woods of Holly Forest IV. It features 2 king sized bedrooms, one full bedroom and a bedroom with two twins that is great for kids. In addition there is a loft that kids will love to hide in and often sleep in. This house sleeps 8-10 comfortably. The upper level of the house has the kitchen which is beautiful with granite counter tops and Kitchen Aid appliances. There are two decks off of the main dining area with outdoor tables. This great condo is located in the Sapphire Valley community of River Chase, a wonderful neighborhood with lots of places to walk to including Meadow Lake & the Horsepasture River. It has two bedrooms, two baths, and two decks overlooking a rhododendron forest. Unit is only a short drive to many of the Sapphire Valley amenities. Some of the amenities include beautiful Fairfield Lake where you can hike or fish and enjoy nature at its finest.

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Catering Bella’s Junction Cafe Fressers

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Highlands Chamber of Commerce Cashiers Chamber of Commerce

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CosmetiC surgery Center for Plastic Surgery Robert T. Buchanan, M.D.

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Custom CaBinetry/Countertops Black Rock Granite and Cabinetry The Summer House

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Dutchman’s Designs The Summer House

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fLy fishing/guide serviCes Brookings Highland Hiker

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framing Crawford Art Gallery Mill Creek Gallery

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Cabin Couture Carolina Rustic Furniture Crawford Art Gallery Dutchman’s Designs High Country Furniture & Design Into the Woods Nearly New Oakleaf Rusticks The Summer House Summer Place Antiques Vivianne Metzger

Page 93 Page 27

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furniture Consignments The Blue Elephant Consignment Market GG’s Consignments, Etc.* Nearly New

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doors/WindoWs Highlands Doors and Windows Jennings Builders Supply

The Chateau The Orchard

furniture

Crafts The Bascom Peak Experience

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Bird Barn and Gift Emporium The Dry Sink Zoller Hardware

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mediCaL serviCes Dr. Edward D. Frederickson MD FACP Mission Primary Care Highlands/Cashiers

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movies Highlands Playhouse

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museums Museum of American Cut & Engraved Glass

Mountain Spring Spas and Pools Summer Place Antiques

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outdoor adventures Highlands Aerial Park Toms Golf Tours

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pharmaCies Highlands Pharmacy

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Dauntless Printing

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Cashiers Farmers Market

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

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putters Bobby Grace Putters

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radio stations WHLC FM 104.5

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reaL estate saLes

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www.aroundbackatrockysplace.com

printing Companies

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produCe Page 65

www.blueridgemusicacademy.com

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porCh and patio

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saWmiLLs Big Creek Sawmil

Highlands Dermatology Pinnacle Anti Aging

Page 52

Peak Experience Bird Barn and Gift Emporium

Page 9

www.gracewearcollection.com www.highlandhiker.com www.spoiledrotten2.com www.tjbmens.com

www.peakexp.com

Page 17 Page 9

spas Canyon Spa

www.lonesomevalley.com

Page 26

sungLasses www.classiclinksandluggage.com

Page 65

taBLes Dutchman’s Designs Into the Woods Summer Place Antiques Vivianne Metzger

www.dutchmansdesigns.com www.summerplaceantiques.com www.vmantiques.com

Page 64 Page 33 Page 14 Page 11

theatre/entertainment Highlands Cashiers Players Highlands Playhouse Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center Rabun County Music Festival Well Strung

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transportation Battle and Grace Transportation Highlands Transportation Company

battleandgrace.com

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vaCation rentaLs Chambers Realty Landmark Vacation Rentals Pebble Creek Village Silver Creek Real Estate Group

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

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Wedding serviCes The Orchard Well Strung

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Page 81 Page 27

WindoW treatments Into the Woods The Summer House

www.summerhousehighlands.com

Page 33 Page 10

Wine & aCCessories

shoes Bags on Main Gracewear Collections Highland Hiker Nora and Company Spoiled Rotten TJ Bailey for Men

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soCks

shipping serviCes Stork’s Wrap, Pack & Ship

www.highlandsdermatology.com www.pinnacleantiaging.com

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restaurants Highlands-Cashiers Directory Altitudes at Skyline Bella’s Junction Cafe Bistro on Main The Blind Mule at Toxaway Station Cashiers Farmers Market Cyprus Fressers The Kitchen Lakeside Restaurant Log Cabin Restaurant Meritage Bistro On the Verandah The Orchard Paoletti’s Restaurant Slabtown Pizza The Ugly Dog Pub - Highlands The Ugly Dog Pub - Cashiers Wolfgang’s Restaurant & Wine Bistro The Zookeeper Bistro

skin Care

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Highlands Wine Shoppe Zoller Hardware

www.highlandswineshoppe.com www.zollerhardware.com

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yoga Cashiers Valley Fusion Yoga of Highlands

www.cashiersvalleyfusion.com www.yogahighlands.com

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ZipLine adventures Highlands Aerial Park

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