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une. Typically accompanied by graduation caps flung high in the air and dads making room for another tie. Here on the plateau, it’s also joined by hot barbecue grills, cool cocktails and friends returning to gather for another season. Thank you for including us in your gatherings - we welcome you and look forward to seeing you out and about this season. Marjorie and Janet
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Inside The Laurel THE LAUREL MAGAZINE • JUNE 2014
Events
16 • SOAR Adventure Race 17 • Highlands Rotary Cookout 18 • June at Biological Station 19 • Taste of the Plateau 20 • June at CLE 21 • Village Nature Series 22 • Ryan Boss 23 • Humane Society 24 • Rotary Bingo 25 • Lunch for Literacy 26 • Scholarship Golf Tournament 27 • Cashiers County Fair 28 • Arts and Crafts Festival 29 • Mountain Tennis Challenge 30 • Fishes and Loaves 32 • Saturdays on Pine 34 • Summertime Arts and Crafts 36 • Highlands Motoring Festival 38 • Under the Stars 39 • Benefit Antiques Show 40 • Wine and Wickets 41 • Summer Fashion Show 42 • Fireworks Extravaganza 43 • Bald Rock Horse Exhibition 44 • Rabun County Music Festival 46 • Dovecote Garden Lectures 47 • Highlands Fourth of July 48 • Maria Howell Concert 40 • Area Calendar
The Arts
60 • Cover Artist Todd Ransom 64 • Cynthia Cochran Kinard 65 • Mountains in Bloom 66 • MET at PAC 67 • Chamber Music Festival 68 • Highlands Playhouse
Janet Cummings, Managing Partner
janet@ themountainlaurel.com
(828) 371-2689
The Arts Con’t
69 • Highlands-Cashiers Art League 70 • Bel Canto 71 • Festival of Feasts 74 • Mountain Mist Gallery 75 • Bluegrass at PAC
Dining
78 • Cornucopia Restaurant 80 • Green Smoothie 81 • One of My Favorite Things 82 • Slabtown Pizza 84 • Wolfgang’s Restaurant and Wine Bistro 85 • Grandpop’s Ice Cream Parlor 86 • Star of the Bar Nicolle Kenyon 87 • Scaly Mountain Women’s Club 90 • Dining Guide
Venture Out
94 • Adventure Out 95 • Hope for the American Chestnut 98 • Fly Fishing 99 • Organic Gardening 100 • Ireland Golf Trip 102 • Critter Corner 104 • Know Our Birds 105 • Waterfall Guide
History
108 • Highlands History 110 • Sapphire Valley History 112 • Cashiers History 114 • Glenville Area Historical Society
Mountain Wedding 118 • A Fairy Tale
Homes & Lifestyles 132 • Grand Location Beautiful View 134 • The Right Con Text 136 • Portfolio Maintenance 137 • The Right Adjustment 138 • Dealing with Sciatica 139 • Introducing NAMI 140 • Words for Investors
Giving Back 144 • Carpe Diem Farms 146 • Forever Farms 147 • Rotary Club of Highlands 148 • Big Brothers Big Sisters 150 • Highlands Literacy Council 151 • Three River Fly Fishing 152 • Tour de Cashiers
Business
154 • The Look 155 • The Corner Store 156 • Cashiers Emporium 158 • Bounds Cave Rugs 159 • Hampton Relics 160 • Peter Pioli, ASID 161 • Shear Sensations
Making it Happen
Marjorie Fielding, Managing Partner
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Michelle Munger, Art Director
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Luke Osteen, Writer dumbdogs@ earthlink.net
Wiley Sloan, Writer
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Donna Rhodes, Writer donna847@ frontier.com
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Contributing Writers: David Wilkes, Amanda Sullivan, Lindsey Mann, Tom Chillemi, Elizabeth Fletcher, Jane Gibson Nardy, Gary Wein, Kathy Bub, Mary Adair Leslie, Sue Blair, Matthew Bradley, Dr. Anastasia Halldin, David Stroud, Curt Christiansen, Tonya Hensley and Michelle Price Copyright © 2014 by The Mountain Laurel, LLC. All rights reserved. Laurel Magazine is published eleven times per year. Reproduction without the permission of the publisher is prohibited. The publishers and editors are not responsible for unsolicited material and it will be treated as unconditionally assigned for publication subject to Laurel Magazine’s right to edit. Return postage must accompany all manuscripts, photographs and drawings. Every effort has been made to assure that all information presented in this issue is accurate, and neither Laurel Magazine nor any of its staff is responsible for advertising errors, omissions, or information that has been misrepresented in or to the magazine. Any substantial errors that are the fault of the magazine will be subject to a reduction or reimbursement of the amounts paid by the advertiser, but in no case will any claim arising from such error exceed the amount paid for the advertisement by the advertiser.
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READER’S POLL
On The Verandah’s Calamari
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And the Winner is…
reat seafood may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of mountain cuisine. But our talented chefs of Highlands and Cashiers won’t let simple geography get in the way of their culinary inspiration. Defining calamari – squid – is the simple part. Preparing it for the discriminating foodies of our area takes a bit more skill, practice and talent. So, which restaurant claimed the most votes for the best calamari?
On the Verandah won the calamari competition with its distinctive offering. The calamari is beer-battered, served with a housemade ancho chili sauce and is divinely savory. A 30-year-old Highlands treasure, On the Verandah is serenely located on the shores of Lake Sequoyah. Read more about On the Verandah at www.thelaurelmagazine.com/news/2014OTV. Look for future reader polls in upcoming editions of The Laurel and at facebook.com/TheLaurelMagazine.
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Bound to SOAR by Donna Rhodes | Photo by Sarah Valentine The outstanding athletes of the Special Operations Adventure Race, set for the trails and waterways around Highlands on Friday, June 21, provide a lifeline to deserving young American scholars.
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f you’ve seen documentaries and movies like “Captain Phillips,” you know the outstanding job United States Special Operations teams perform in unimaginable situations. In 1980, the aborted rescue attempt of the Iranian hostages brought their heroism to light, when they lost eight members of the newly established Delta Force in that mission. Concerned citizens established a support system for the families of all special ops soldiers who die in the line of duty. The Special Operations Warrior Foundation is a top-rated nonprofit organization that supports the military’s special operations forces and their families through three programs: college scholarships for the surviving children of fallen Special Operations Forces; family services, including educational and family counseling, and advocacy support; and Wounded Special Operations Forces Support, including immediate financial stipends of $3,000. For 13 years, a group of dedicated volunteers in Highlands has sponsored the Special Operations Advenure Race, which is focused on the first and second directives of SOWF, surviving children’s college education and counseling. SOAR is a challenging four-segment competition – running, cycling, rappelling, and paddling – staged in the beautiful and rugged mountains of the Highlands Plateau. Add to that orienteering where competitors are given a map and compass to navigate station to station. Just as special ops forces must negotiate a myriad of obstacles to complete their mission, so 16 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
must the participants of SOAR. It is a supreme test of mind, body, and spirit. Thanks to participants, sponsors, volunteers, and generous benefactors, SOAR has risen to the occasion every year, giving many young people the support they need to make it through difficult emotional and financial times. A college education is the legacy a fallen soldier can still give his or her child, even if he/she is not there to see it. You can help. Sign up for the SOAR race that begins Friday, June 21, at the Highlands Rec Park. Registrants can participate solo or duo. The sprint category is a 35 mile race and the elite is 50 miles. There are more than 16 divisions grouped by gender, age, and so forth, and each one has its own champion. “We are hoping for one hundred participants this year. Entry fee for an elite participant is $270, but if you are active military you can get 50 percent off. The sprint race fee is $100 per single entry” says SOAR spokesperson Jim Oesterle. “Each racer generates about $80.00 for the cause after expenses. We need more racers and more private donations. We want to make this year the best ever for these deserving kids all over America whose parent has paid the supreme price for all of us,” says SOAR supporter Clinton O’Brien. Go to SOARHighlands.org, the best and easiest way to register or give donations. Let’s make certain Highlands soars in its 2014 contributions to this amazing project.
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Annual 4th of July Cookout Contributed by Robin Phillips
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The Rotary Club of Highlands’ Fourth of July Cookout is the centerpiece of a day of fun.
he Rotary Club of Highlands will present its Annual Fourth of July Cookout at the Community Building’s parking lot, next to the town ball field. A second location will be on Hickory Street at the ball park. Food will be available from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Choose your entrée -- from hamburgers, hot dogs, or chicken fillets -- for your box lunch, which will include pickles, potato chips and a cookie. All condiments will be available. The cookout complements the various events to be held at the ball park on the Fourth, including a visit by MAMA, Highlands-Cashiers Hospital’s emergency helicopter. The
Highlands Fire Department’s ladder truck will be on display. There will also be games for children and adults, among which will be a three-legged race and a water balloon toss. At 1:00 P.M. at Mill Creek, the stream by SweeTreats, the Third Annual Rotary Rubber Duck Derby will be held. Buy a rubber duck for $10 and have a chance to win $250 for 1st place, $100 for 2nd place and $50 for 3rd place. All proceeds from the cookout and the Rubber Duck Derby will benefit the Rotary Club’s charity fund, which provides grants to the many Highlands organizations which help to make a better community.
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Forest Forays Contributed by Michelle S. Ruigrok Explore our natural heritage at the Highlands Nature Center – “Mr. Jefferson and the Giant Moose,” June 19; “Drift Trip on the Little Tennessee,” June 20; “Nest Association in North American Minnows,” June 26; and a look at local streams, June 27.
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he Highlands Biological Foundation’s annual Zahner Conservation Lecture Series will begin this month, continuing a summer tradition that began in the 1930s. These lectures are held on Thursday evenings at the Highlands Nature Center (930 Horse Cove Road) at 6:30 P.M. and are free and open to the public. To complement the lectures, we’ll have Forays from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. the next day, Friday, to explore the topics in much more depth. Each Foray is led by either staff from the Biological Station or by professionals from local conservation organizations. Additional details, including cost, will be posted on our website at www.highlandsbiological.org/forays/ as they become available. On June 19, Dr. Lee Alan Dugatkin from the University of Louisville will give a lecture titled “Mr. Jefferson and the Giant
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Moose: Natural History in Early America.” The next day, Friday, June 20, at 10:00 A.M., join us for a “Drift Trip on the Little Tennessee River,” where we will explore the natural and cultural history of the region by canoe. You do not have to go to the tropics to see beautiful, colorful fish. On June 26, Dr. Mollie Cashner from Austin Peay State University will discuss “Nest Association in North American Minnows: A Colorful Conundrum.” To complement her lecture, we will have a Fish Foray the next day, June 27, at 10:00 A.M. that will change the way you look at southern Appalachian streams. For more information about these and other programs, visit www.highlandsbiological.org or call (828) 5262221. The Highlands Biological Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
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Taste of the Plateau
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Summit Charter School’s annual “Taste of the Plateau” events will be held June 26 and June 29.
ummit Charter School is staging two irresistible culinary fundraisers this June. Beginning Thursday, June 26, from 6:00 to 11:00 P.M. a Vine and Dine Patron Party and Gourmet Wine-Pairings Dinner will be held at The Country Club of Sapphire Valley. A Food and Wine Tasting Event is scheduled for Sunday, June 29, from 6:00 to 11:00 P.M. on the school’s campus. Karl Lundgren, Executive Chef for The Country Club of Sapphire Valley, is the featured chef. Chef Karl has maintained Five Star and Five Diamond ratings at such outstanding establishments as The Breakers Hotel (Palm Beach, Florida), Silks (San Francisco), and The Boca Raton Resort & Club (Boca Raton, Florida). Participating restaurants include Biltmore, Bunny Bites Carrot Cakes, Burlingame Country Club, Canyon Kitchen, Chocolate Heaven, Cornucopia, Cornucopia Cheese Shop, Dark Cove Cheese, El Azteca, Fressers Courtyard Cafe, Kilwins, Mountaintop Golf & Lake Club, Nectar Juice Bar, Old Edwards Club, Old Edwards Inn & Spa -- Madison’s, On The
Side BBQ at Cashiers Farmers Market, Slab Town Pizza, The Cork & Barrel Lounge, The Country Club of Sapphire Valley, The Orchard, The Ugly Dog Pub, Trillium Links & Lake Club, The Lost HIker, Ruka’s Table, and Satulah Mountain Brewing Company. And where do the proceeds from these festivities go? The Summit Charter School is a tuition-free North Carolina Honor School of Excellence, enrolling students in Grades K-8. Serving the diverse socio-economic families of Jackson, Macon, and Transylvania counties, the school’s mission is “to provide a creative and nurturing environment where our children can seek excellence within themselves and in their endeavors.” Proceeds raised will help close the $1,500 gap between the per pupil allotment given by the state and county and what it costs to educate each student at Summit. For more information about the Taste of the Plateau and its evolving lineup of participating chefs, visit tasteoftheplateau.org. Your donation, in exchange for an entertaining weekend, is a long-term investment in our children’s futures. thelaurelmagazine.com | June 2014 | 19
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Jam-Packed June at CLE Contributed by Bonnie Dayton
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The Center for Life Enrichment launches its frenetic 2014 season with a party, slated for 5:00 P.M. Monday, June 9.
he month of June at the Center for Life Enrichment is so jam-packed with great classes it’s almost impossible to list them all. You can learn about the current state of affairs in Japan with Dr. David Ambaras Associate Professor of History at NC State. Discover the secrets of animal communication in “Animal Communication: Tales of Sex and Violence from the Swamp.” A panel of experienced authors will discuss, “De-Mystifying Publishing -- Self Publishing Explored.” You can expand your knowledge of World War I, get new insights into the complex
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romance of Antony and Cleopatra, or explore the life and work of one of America’s great authors, William Faulkner. There are computer classes, cooking classes, bridge classes and so much more during the rest of the season at the Center for Life Enrichment. For a complete listing of classes or to become a member contact the CLE office at (828) 526-8811 or visit clehighlands. com. Please plan on joining us for our opening season party Monday, June 9, from 5:00-7:00 P.M. on the porch of the Peggy Crosby Center, located on South Fifth Street in Highlands. RSVP is requested.
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Find Dining Contributed by Ann Self Join forager Alan Muskat for a celebration of nature’s generous bounty and a food gathering ramble, June 24 and 25.
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an some plants really prevent and cure cancer? Is it true that some garden variety weeds can add flavor to a summer salad? How do you identify edible mushrooms and where do you find them? These are just a few questions that Asheville’s famed forager Alan Muskat will answer during the Village Nature Series 5:30 P.M. Tuesday, June 24, at The Village Green Commons on Frank Allen Road in Cashiers. He adds that wild edibles are so nutritious that they are the real super foods. Muskat has been featured in articles in Southern Living and The New Yorker as well as a segment on CBS News. The talk, “Off the Eaten Path,” will separate wild food fact and fiction. With “show and smell,” wit and wisdom, Muskat will share tales of high-class survival. The Village Nature Series is a free, monthly program of naturalist presentations sponsored by The Village Green and the Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust. Muskat will also lead a private foraging tour of Skylight Farm near Cashiers on Wednesday, June 25. Participants will learn to safely identify and gather wild plants and mushrooms from the farm’s field and forest. A “find dining” experience will follow with lunch. Former Charleston Chef Chris Weihs will demonstrate and prepare a delicious meal with the foraged food. For more information, pricing and reservations call (828) 743-3434 or email info@villagegreencashiersnc.com. Proceeds from this special event benefit The Village Green. For more information on The Village Nature Series you can visit villagegreencashiersnc.com and click on the “Events” tab. thelaurelmagazine.com | June 2014 | 21
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Look Who’s Bossome!
Ryan Boss brings his homegrown blend of Southern acoustic rock to Highlands and Cashiers with a trio of performances – lunchtime at The Ugly Dog Pub, June 14; and at 10:30 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. Sunday, June 15, at the Village Art and Craft Show.
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t 14, Ryan Boss began playing guitar, inspired by the performance styles of Michael Jackson and Stevie Ray Vaughan. By 17 he was fronting bands and performing live. Now, at age 23, he has caught the eyes and ears of producers in Nashville and Muscle Shoals, Alabama. “Ryan Boss sings a new breed of Southern music, full of the soulful inspiration that creates the best of blues/rock,” says John Tiven, producer of Wilson Picket and B.B. King While he performs a vast repertoire of classic rock and blues tunes going all the way back to the 1950s, his real passion is writing his own songs. In fact, Fran Kowalski, founder of Thrill Building Music in Nashville, will produce Boss’s first album this fall. Boss would have gotten into the studio sooner, but he is so hot right now, he’s booked solid. Highlands fans are among the lucky ones who will get a chance to see and hear Boss in a live acoustic concert at the Ugly Dog Pub Saturday, June 14, for a lunch performance. On Sunday the 15, catch him at the Village Square Art and Craft Show, playing two sets at 10:30 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. After that, he is performing all over the southeast with a full week at Muscle Shoals, Alabama in August. Boss will record a cut at the world-famous Fame Studios on August 5. His tour also includes a performance at the Marriott Shoals Hotel August 7, and Champy’s, August 8. To learn more about his performance schedule, songwriting, history, and representation visit ryanbossmusic.com/ or contact Boss’s agent, Lucy Piller at (404) 422-4552.
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Celebrate Humane Heroes EVENTS
Contributed by David Stroud, Executive Director, Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society The Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society’s A Celebration of Humane Heroes, set for August 6 at The Farm at Old Edwards Inn, spotlights the kind hearts who support its mission of compassion. For more information or reservations, call (828) 743-5752.
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Celebration of Humane Heroes: The lands Humane Society will be the presentation 2014 CHHS Patron Party is Wednesof the coveted awards for “Humane Heroes of day, August 6, from 6:00 to 10:00 P.M. the Year.” Two awards will be bestowed, one at The Farm at Old Edwards Inn – one of the for an individual and the other for a business, most elegant event venues in the mountains of who have significantly contributed their time, North Carolina. heart and resources to help further the mission The evening features a tasting station dinner of CHHS on behalf of the abandoned and neprepared by Executive Chef Johannes Klapdor glected animals in our community. and his world class team at Old Edwards Inn A Celebration of Humane Heroes: The 2014 & Spa, live music, live auction items includCHHS Patron Party is limited to just 200 guests ing exclusive golf and restaurant packages, to create an intimate experience and memoexquisite private dinner parties, unique and ries that will last a lifetime. Seats are $375 per original works of art, and vacation getaways in person ($750 per couple), and tables of 10 can Victoria Stilwell exotic locales. be reserved for $3,500. A substantial portion Victoria Stilwell, world-renowned dog trainer, best-selling au- of the reservation cost is a generous, tax-deductible contribution thor, and star of the hit TV series “It’s Me or the Dog” on Animal to help CHHS rescue more animals and find more forever homes, Planet and CBS’s “Greatest American Dog,” is the guest of honor and provide vital community outreach programs such as humane and featured presenter at this premier event. Victoria will enter- education, pet therapy and low-cost spay/neuter. This stellar evetain with her vast knowledge of canine behavior and positive re- ning for animal lovers is expected to sell out quickly, so reserve inforcement training, and she will share tips and insights based on your seats today. her work with canine companions across the globe. For more information, call CHHS at (828) 743-5752 or email A highlight of this pre-eminent fundraiser for the Cashiers-High- info@chhumanesociety.org.
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Highlands Rotary Bingo by Wiley Sloan
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Everyone is invited to the Highlands Community Building (next to the Town Ball Field) at 6:30 P.M. Thursday, June 12, for Boy Scout/Rotary Club of Highlands.
aughter fills the Highlands Community Building throughout the 15 games as everyone tries to be the first person to reach bingo. At only $1 per card, per game, where else can you have so much fun for so little expense? Be the first person to fill your entire card on Game 15 and you will have bragging rights to the jackpot prize. Enjoy refreshments (donations requested) as you listen for the number you need for bingo. The Highlands Rotary Club and the Boy Scouts share equally in the proceeds of these games. Funds are used to support local
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projects throughout the community. If you’d like to add an extra level of support for the scouts, why not buy a table ad? Full page is $50, half page just $25. It is a great way to advertise your business. Not in business, but want to support the Scouts? Just call Bill Edwards at (828) 526-9594. No matter your age, you’ll have a great night of fun at Rotary Bingo. Enjoy free refreshments in a family atmosphere. Rotary Bingo is one of the many ways the Rotary Club of Highlands participates in supporting non-profit organizations in the Highlands area.
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Literacy by Luke Osteen
Local restaurants are joining with the Literacy Council of Cashiers for delicious fundraising lunches – Friday, June 27. Everyone is invited to participate.
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re you interested in food or reading? Sometimes the two can go together -- especially if you eat out for lunch by yourself or with a group of friends on Friday, June 27, at restaurants in the Cashiers/Sapphire area. On that day a percentage of the restaurants’ receipts will be donated to the Literacy Council of Cashiers. The following restaurants have graciously agreed to participate and would appreciate your support: Carolina Smokehouse, Cornucopia, Four Seasons Grille at Sapphire Valley, On the Side Barbeque at Cashiers Farmer’s Market, Slab Town Pizza, Subway, Wendy’s and the Zookeeper Bistro. Two other restaurants who don’t serve lunch are supporting the Council with generous checks: Cork and Barrel and The Orchard. The Literacy Council of Cashiers has partnered with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library since 2010 to provide children from birth to age 5 living in the Cashiers, Cullohwee, Glenville, and Sapphire zip codes a free age appropriate book monthly in the mail. Currently over 100 children in the area have benefited from this program, that is completely free for families as the Literacy Council pays the sponsorship fee of $30/year/child to be in the program. Literacy skills are the key to success in school. So the Literacy Council has partnered with Blue Ridge School to provide five books for every elementary child at the school to read during the summer. Beginning a book giveaway in March, the Literacy Council gave 2 books to all children in grades K-6 at Blue Ridge and K-8 at Summit Charter School. This program will continue with three books per child being given in the next school year. They have also helped supply volunteers to assist in reading with groups of children during the school day. Free tutoring by volunteers is available to elementary children in the Cashiers area. Parents should contact the Literacy Council at the number below. If you’d like to add an additional donation or volunteer to help in any of the Literacy Council activities, please mail a donation to The Literacy Council of Cashiers, PO Box 791, Cashiers, NC 28717 or call (828) 508-9384 with questions or to volunteer. If you’d like to register your child for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Program, you’ll find registration forms at the Cashiers Library. So gather a group of your friends and look for signs or posters at each restaurant listed above and have a wonderful lunch knowing you are supporting the Literacy Council as well as our local restaurants! thelaurelmagazine.com | June 2014 | 25
Fore the Future EVENTS
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The Town of Highlands Scholarship Golf tournament, slated for June 19, provides life-changing support to local graduates.
he 39th Annual Town of Highlands Scholarship Golf Tournament is set for Thursday, June 19, at Wildcat Cliffs Country Club. Scores of local high school seniors and continuing education students who meet the Town of Highlands requirements have been selected for this honor. Students receive anywhere from $300 to $1,500 a year, and must reapply each year for consideration. Some have been in the program from high school through a master’s program. The Town of Highlands, Mountain Findings, Duke Energy, McGill Associates, the Highlands School PTO, and Wildcat Cliffs Country Club together have made a huge contribution to students who need that extra financial boost to pursue a higher education. Town Clerk Rebecca Shuler, herself a recipient of the scholarship while she was in college, says, “It helped me tremendously. After paying tuition there are still books and other costs one doesn’t anticipate that first year of school. Things would have
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been extremely tough for me without the golf tourney scholarship money. Every year recipients report the same story . . . they couldn’t have done it without the funding.” A warm-up for the tourney begins at 7:30 A.M. Registration starts at 7:45 A.M. Breakfast is included and is served at 8:00 A.M. The shotgun start is at 9:00 A.M. Cost is $150 per player. Participants play in teams of four. Bring your own foursome to play or enroll as an individual and be assigned to a group. Mayor David Wilkes started a Fly Fishing Tournament during his term of office to support the scholarship, but the golf tourney still generates the majority of monies. This year on Hometown Day, October 11, the Town of Highlands will host a craft show at the Rec Park. Some of the proceeds will add to the scholarship fund. Go to highlandsnc.org for more information about the Scholarship Golf Tournament and the ways the town supports its students.
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Come to a County Fair! by Luke Osteen
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Everyone is invited to a County Fair to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library, from 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. Saturday, July 12.
he Friends of the Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library is inviting everyone on the plateau to an old-fashioned Country Fair to be held on the grounds of the library on July 12, from 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. The fair is being given in celebration of the library’s 20th anniversary, and is free to the public. Think hot dogs and soft drinks and popcorn. Clowns and balloons. Musicians. Think prizes for the winners of the three-legged races, the cake walk, the pie- eating contest, and the ice cream eating contest sponsored by Blue Bell Ice Cream. Think activities for children, which will include face-painting, games, story telling and Go Fish. Joining the festivities will be animals from The Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society, as well as Tooth Fairies from the Blue Ridge
Free Dental Clinic and Miss P, the beloved Labrador retriever who has listened to hundreds of children read to her at the library over the years. At 1:30 P.M. a ceremony honoring current and former librarians, library employees, and the many volunteers who have served the library during the past two decades, will begin with the arrival of Barbara Carlton by horse and carriage. Mrs. Carlton, who donated the land for the library in memory of her husband, Albert Carlton, and who established the Albert Carlton Cashiers Community Library Foundation to help support the library, will cut the birthday cake and welcome county commissioners and other honored guests. A raffle drawing mid-afternoon will announce the winner of the coveted king-sized, hand-sewn quilt created and donated by Graceann Smith, who is chair of the raffle. Please call the library at (828) 743-0215 for additional information.
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Arts and Crafts at The Square
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The Village Square Art and Craft Show celebrates the remarkable talents of local artisans, June 14-15 and August 23-24 at Kelsey-Hutchinson Park in Highlands, just one block from Main Street.
here can you cool off on a hot summer day and have lots of fun, too? Beautiful Highlands at 4118 feet is the perfect destination, and the Village Square Art and Craft Show is perfect fun for the whole family. Show dates are June 14 and 15 and August 23 and 24. Now in its ninth year, there’s something for everyone. You’ll find a plethora of fine art plus whimsical folk art, traditional mountain crafts, metal work, fabric work, jewelry, etc. with demonstrations, live music and food. Some local Highlanders will be there, including painter Zach Claxton, ceramicist Jan Smith, jeweler Lee Byers and wood turner Donald Krebs. Tim and Nancy Holt, also of Highlands, create beautiful copper chandeliers and sconces for the home. There are many other home accessories, including pottery and rustic furniture, as well as garden accessories, bird houses, weavings, children’s cloth-
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ing and many more wonderful creations made by regional artisans. Enjoy live music both days, with dulcimer music by Pick n’ Play on Saturday, and the amazing voice and guitar of Ryan Boss (of Atlanta) on Sunday. The event is free and goes from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on Saturday and Sunday in the Kelsey-Hutchinson Park and neighboring Highlands Village Square (Fifth and Pine Streets), just one block from Main Street shops and restaurants. Plan on breakfast or lunch at Fressers Courtyard Cafe in the Village Square. In the park you’ll find fresh-squeezed lemonade, iced tea, boiled peanuts, and fruit cobbler. The sponsor, Macon County Art Association, is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and teaching fine arts. While in the area, please visit their Uptown Gallery in downtown Franklin. For more information, contact coordinator Cynthia Strain at (828) 787-2021 or cypicturelady@aol.com.
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Tennis Challenge by Donna Rhodes International tennis stars Andy Roddick and Jim Courier return to the Cedar Creek Racquet Club in Cashiers on Saturday, July 26, for the second annual Mountain Challenge. There’s also an exclusive Summer Soiree set for the night before.
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Love” is better the second time around. Welcome to the second annual Mountain Challenge fundraiser for the new Boys and Girls Club of the Plateau. The event was so successful in 2013 that this year’s ticket sales and venue space have more than doubled in size. If you don’t have your tickets yet, here’s how to get them: go to Cashiers.com and click on “The Mountain Challenge.” Then click on “Ticket Sales.” Or you can call (828) 743-2775 to speak to someone directly. Donna Nickerson, one of the event’s planners says, “We are honored to bring this world-class event back to the mountains with former number one tennis stars, Jim Courier and Andy Roddick showing off their estimable tennis skills. But the real heart of the event is the immeasurable good that monies raised will do for our area children through the auspices of the new Boys and Girls Club of the Plateau.” “By opening a Boys and Girls Club we hope to provide many of the extracurricular activities available in large cities to the children of our rural community for a nominal membership fee,” says Boys and Girls Club board member Cheryl Benitez. “Making these activities available to our own kids will level the playing field by providing opportunities for them to discover their own gifts and abilities, thus making it possible for them to continue in higher education.” Mountain Challenge fund-raising activities begin on Friday evening, July 25, with the Summer Soiree. Guests will enjoy cocktails at a Cirque de Soiree Mountain Street Party, followed by dinner, a live auction, and entertainment by two Grammywinning bands, The Carolina Chocolate Drops and the Steep Canyon Rangers. So jump the net, it’s the best game yet! Grab your tickets, ranging from simple admission to a full VIP package to witness local amateur winners take on two incredible world champions right here in Cashiers. See you July 25 and 26 at the Mountain Challenge Tennis Exhibition. You’ll love it! thelaurelmagazine.com | June 2014 | 29
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Filling Bowls and Hearts by Donna Rhodes
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The Big Ol’ Mountain Country Breakfast, set for 7:00-11:00 A.M. Saturday, July 5, feeds a crowd of hungry Cashiers residents and their less-fortunate neighbors throughout the year.
iracles happen every day at Fishes and Loaves. In 2005, the founders of Fishes and Loaves had a divine idea. They were astounded to learn that one in six people in Jackson County are below the poverty line, which means a lot of families go without food. So a holy host of volunteers from several area churches and organizations got together to tackle the hunger problem. And the results were soul-and-body satisfying. In the nine years since, the group has seen to it that the dietary needs of many of Jackson County’s hungry have been met. Last year, 2,191 households, for a total of 6,815 people, received 3,186 boxes of food. A box contains three cans each of vegetables, meat, and fruit, two cans of soup, dried beans, rice, spaghetti, spaghetti sauce, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes and peanut butter. Special
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boxes are prepared for Thanksgiving and Christmas distribution. Recipients are provided food as often as twice a month. In the winter, the Rotary Club of Cashiers teams up with Fishes and Loaves to provide free outerwear to the needy during the colder months. Fishes and Loaves has two major fundraisers each year. The Big Ol’ Mountain Country Breakfast will be held Saturday, July 5, from 7:00 to 11:00 A.M. at the Cashiers Community Center. The Empty Bowls Soup Luncheon is scheduled for Sunday, October 5, from 11:30 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. at the Zachary-Tolbert House Pavilion. For more information about volunteering, donating or receiving contact Carole Stork at (828) 743-3222. Filling an empty bowl fills two hearts: the one who hungers…and yours.
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You can’t fight the music at the raucous Saturdays on Pine series – June 21 through August 30 at Highlands’ Pine Street Park.
hanks to the generous support of Highlands Chamber of Commerce, Kay and Thomas Craig of The Ugly Dog Pub, and many generous sponsors, there’s a full season of red-hot performances at Saturdays on Pine. Saturdays on Pine starts at 6:00 P.M., June 21, and continues through August 30 at The Kelsey-Hutchinson Park on Pine Street. Whether it’s jazz, country, blue grass, or rock and roll, Saturdays on Pine will present some of the finest bands the region has to offer and you’re sure to have a great time! On June 21 the Well Strung Band of Highlands will delight young and old with the sounds of local blue grass. The rocking sounds of Jerry’s Bones, from Charlotte, North Carolina, electrifies the downtown on June 28. Shane Bridges Band from Macon, Georgia, a rising star on the country music charts, performs July 5. On July 12 the Hobohemians visit from Athens, Georgia. They will get you dancing with an Americanized vagabond style of jazz,
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blues, and folk music, reminiscent of The Squirrel Nut Zippers. There are many more groups performing each Saturday evening this season, including Tellico, The Ben Sutton Band, and Copious Jones. Stop by the Chamber of Commerce, The Ugly Dog Pub or the shops and restaurants in Highlands for schedule cards so you don’t miss a single minute of fun. Kay and Thomas Craig hope that Saturdays on Pine brings you out to enjoy old friends, new friends, or soon-to-be-friends for a night to remember, every Saturday evening all summer long. Be sure to enjoy the shops, have a bite to eat and drink, or bring a picnic and come out for great music in Highlands. If you are interested in sponsoring Saturdays on Pine, please call the Chamber at (828) 526-5841 or Kay at The Ugly Dog Pub at (828) 526-8364. Please be on the lookout for schedule cards, and go online and visit the bands websites to learn more about the musicians and check out video clips on YouTube.
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Pickin’, Grinnin’,
Whittlin’ and Spinnin’ Contributed by Doris Hunter The Mountain Artisans Summertime Arts & Crafts Show, set for June 28-29 at Western Carolina University, offers the fruits of the finest craftspeople in Western North Carolina. For more information, call for (828) 524-3405.
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ountain Artisans 25th Annual Summertime Arts & Crafts Show is coming to Western Carolina University’s Ramsey Center, June 28-29 in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Hours are 10:00 A.M to 5:00 P.M. each day. Visitors looking for the handwork of American craftsmen flock to this show each year. They always enjoy authentic crafts from the hands of over 100 regional and local artisans exhibited in air-conditioned comfort. Local favorite Ronnie Evans will be providing background guitar music. You can purchase his CDs to take home. The whole family will enjoy demonstrations from the broom maker and the glass blower. If you ever wanted to play an authentic mountain instrument, the dulcimer maker, banjo player, and even the Spam can plunker will show you how. Look for the blacksmith making sparks fly. There’ll be a wide assortment of heritage crafts such as goat milk soap, corn shuck dolls, and vintage bird houses. Other categories include woodcraft, glass art, folk and fine art, quilting, clay and folk dolls. Our master jewelers and weavers are the most skilled. Neal Hearn will be back with his gemstone boxes. In the specialty sweets, you will find chocolate, jelly, and Scottish bakery breads. A Georgia beekeeper is bringing popular varieties of honey. Come support our mountain craftsmen, some of the finest in the country. Admission is $4, with children free. There’s free convenient parking and concessions in the building. For info, visit MountainArtisans.net or call (828) 524-3405.
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Get Your Motor Runnin’ by Wiley Sloan | photo by Sarah Valentine The Highlands Motoring Festival, slated for June 5-8, is a joyous celebration of this exquisite blending of art and engineering.
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he Seventh Annual Highlands Motoring Festival begins with a Welcome Reception on Thursday evening, June 5, at The Ugly Dog Pub and continues through Sunday, June 8. Enjoy good food and your favorite libation, while being entertained by Highlands’ Bluegrass band WellStrung. Finalize your plans for Friday morning’s “One-Lap-of-the-Mountain” pleasure drive through the Carolina Mountains. The route to lunch at the historic Pisgah Inn is complete with scenic views and winding roads. Register your car or buy tickets to events at highlandsmotoringfestival.org. Supporters of the Literacy Council of Highlands join car enthusiasts for Friday night’s Barbecue and Bluegrass for Books Charity Gala held at Vintage Motors of Highlands, 138 Tearley Lane. On Saturday morning The Highlands’ Recreation Center at 600 North Fourth Street will be filled with some of the most exciting vintage cars found in the Southeast. Spectators to the Car Show are admitted free starting at 10:00 A.M., but donations are recommended. All funds generated by the festival go to support the Literacy Council of Highlands. The Car Show is open to all pre-1989 vehicles. Certain post-1989 vehicles that meet the Highlands Motoring Festival criteria may be exhibited only after receiving written approval prior to the event. 36 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
Show day registration for cars is from 8:00 to 11:00 A.M. Cars to be judged must be registered by 11:00. For the second year, the HMF will also include an indoor special display of world-class vintage motorcycles and cars. Food will be available for purchase to chase away the munchies as you peruse these gorgeous cars. Trophies created by local potter (and Highlands Mayor) Patrick Taylor will honor winners of the Best of Class and Outstanding in Class from the 10 different classes. 2014 Marque of the Year is British Motorcars. Don’t forget to purchase one of the Festival’s Commemorative posters created by nationally known graphic designer/artist Rick Andreoli. You may remember his work from the “Tonight Show” or other NBC shows. The fun continues on Saturday evening at Creekside Restaurant for heavy hor d’oeuvres including baked salmon, carved roast beef and SweeTreats ice cream. The weekend’s activities culminate with Sunday morning’s Road Rally and Brunch. All automobiles are welcomed in this gimmick rally. What better way to enjoy the scenic beauty of the area, before returning to Highlands for the awards presentation at the Ugly Dog? For further information or to register your vehicle visit highlandsmotoringfestival.org.
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Under the Stars
As Cashiers Glenville fire chief, Randy Dillard oversees a fire department that protects $6.6 billion in property spread over 135 square miles. Dillard estimates Southwestern Community College provides roughly 90 percent of the training his department receives.
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ithout Southwestern Community College, Cashiers Glenville fire chief Randy Dillard would have to look elsewhere for an estimated 90 percent of his department’s training. “They actually come here to do a lot of the training. We recently had some LP gas classes that were unreal,” said Dillard, whose department protects $6.6 billion in property spread over 135 square miles. “It’s training you can’t get anywhere else.” Providing scholarships to ensure more people than ever before are able to get education and training from SCC is the primary reason behind the gala called Wine & Dine Under the Stars, which will be held Saturday, July 19, at the Village Green Commons. All money raised will go toward the SCC Foundation’s Student Success Campaign, an effort to raise more than $1 million for scholarships through the community’s generosity and with the help of a Title III challenge grant that matches every dollar (up to $300,000) raised before September 1. “I wouldn’t be where I am in life without SCC,” said Melody Milner, a certified nursing assistant at the Eckerd Living Center on the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital campus. “As a single mother, SCC made it possible for me to get an education without breaking the bank.” The gala will feature fine cuisine provided by The Orchard Restaurant, cocktails, a silent auction as well as live musical entertainment and dancing under a tent at the Village Green Commons. Jim Zoller, chairman of the SCC Foundation, said: “You don’t realize just how much SCC touches Cashiers-Highlands lives every day. First responders, hair dressers, mechanics, teachers and many others are all trained at SCC. Without them, Cashiers would not be the same friendly village it is. This fundraising event will help provide more scholarships to help our students attend SCC.” To make a reservation call Kathy Posey at (828) 339-4227. Tickets are on sale in June at Zoller Hardware, Scotlyn Nursery, Tangles, Dovetail Antiques, and the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce.
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This beautiful red/white/blue vintage quilt in the “Irish Chain” design will be this year’s door prize.
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on’t miss the 38th Annual Cashiers Benefit Antiques Show Friday, July 25 through Sunday, July 27. Sixty exhibitors from the British Isles to New England to the Deep South will bring their finest selections to delight antique shoppers, novice to advanced. “Our exhibition is overflowing with a huge variety of items visitors will absolutely love,” says Hazel Giles, 37-year participant and manager since 2004. Among those items are French, English, Continental and American furniture; decorative arts; fine linens and vintage clothing; cabin and lodge furnishings; American country; and wonderful garden antiques. Shop for the finest in silver and glass along with European, Chinese, and Japanese porcelains. Exquisite fine boxes, bronzes, and Black Forest carvings share the stage with American and European paintings and prints, rare coins, and objects d’art. Get ready to be dazzled by lighting from France, antique and vintage jewelry, and rare majolica figures. And don’t miss the oriental and decorative rugs. Giles waxes poetic, “Music boxes will play and clocks will chime, and all will have a really great time!” The show site is Blue Ridge School, 95 Bobcat Drive, just north of the crossroads of US Highway 64 and State Road 107, Cashiers. All venues are air-conditioned. Wheelchairs are available. Fressers of Highlands is the vendor of scrumptious fresh food. Enjoy it under the garden dining tent. Bring your chipped glassware for repair by renowned glass repairman, Ken Robertson. Tim Buchanan and family will offer gorgeous hand-engraving on gold, silver and pewter. A donation of $10 is good for all three days. Save 10 percent by bringing any media ad or discount card from area stores, or request one via mail. A beautiful red/white/blue vintage quilt in the “Irish Chain” design will be this year’s door prize. Contact Hazel Giles at (828) 743-9270 for more information. Show hours are Friday and Saturday, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. and Sunday, 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Proceeds benefit the Blue Ridge School. No pets, please. Working dogs welcome. Free parking. thelaurelmagazine.com | June 2014 | 39
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Wine and Wickets at Burlingame Burlingame Country Club members revel in an active life among nature’s unspoiled magnificence.
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It’s the prettiest piece of land along the whole of U.S. 64. There’s no place like it, with gentle topography, two miles of the rugged Horsepasture River, trout, beaver and timber you wouldn’t believe.” That quote was from Burlingame’s original developer Darnell W. Boyd in a 1984 press release. A press release from 2014 could easily read the same. Burlingame Country Club, originally named “Sapphire Lakes,” was developed in 1985 with the first nine holes of the golf course opening in June of that year. The back nine was finished in 1986. The Tom Jackson-designed course remains one of the most talked about courses in the mountains because of its natural beauty and pristine condition. The course is laid out over mountain terrain with fabulous views of the surrounding hills. Today, Burlingame Country Club is the center of the community of Burlingame. The members purchased the club from the second developer in 2011. Membership is not related to property ownership -- you may reside anywhere and join Burlingame. This year, a new membership plan positions Burlingame as the best value in private club memberships on the mountain. Joining fees and dues have been reduced to attract new members and families. New General Manager Brian McEnteer started in May and brings many years of club management experience with an expertise in food and beverage management. The club is open from May through October. 40 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
Burlingame members enjoy a 20,000 square-foot clubhouse with casual dining in the Club Room and on the deck overlooking the pool, and A La Carte dining in the Main Dining room. The media room hosts the popular bi-weekly “Cinema and Supper,” a classic movie paired with a themed dinner. The room also houses a lending library and meeting space for Burlingame’s book club. Bridge players enjoy plenty of elbow room in the Bistro for sanctioned and casual games. Social activities are fun and frequent. A weekly Twilight nine-hole scramble is followed by a themed buffet. Burlingame’s Lawn Sports Complex features four Har-Tru tennis courts and two croquet lawns, plus a cozy clubhouse where monthly courtside dinners are held. “Wine and Wickets” draws a crowd, as croquet’s popularity continues to soar. The 17,000 square-foot fitness center is open year-round with state-of-the-art fitness equipment, two spa rooms and locker rooms. Members work out on their own schedule with access 24/7. Preview memberships are available up to four weeks. Burlingame also offers a Discovery Program for three or six nights in a luxury condominium within walking distance of the driving range, lawn sports complex and clubhouse. For information on membership, preview memberships and the Discovery Program, contact Membership and Marketing Director Tina Suiter at (828) 966-9200 or mm@burlingameccwnc. com. Membership is by invitation only.
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corn Boutique’s Sally Jefferson enjoys a reputation as the go-to person for chic, effortless styling as well as impeccably appropriate gift selection. Sally has a knack for zeroing in on your preferences and body style and pulling together a fashionable look with colors, fabrics, apparel and accessories to help elevate your look while allowing you to remain true to comfort…and yourself. She recently returned from the annual Atlanta Apparel Mart just in time to select the outfits and accessories for Acorns 2014 Champagne Fashion Show Luncheon, from 11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 17, at The Old Edwards Farm Pavilion. Cost is $55 per person plus tax and gratuity. Here is sneak peak at what’s hot this season, and what you can expect to see at the Fashion Show: Vivid Florals and Whimsical Prints; Geometric Prints; Stripes; Classic Designs from the 60s and Avant-Garde Designs; Colorful Soft Leather and Faux Leather Handbags (the clutch is a favorite); Big Bold Statement Jewelry; Icy Pastels; Black and White; Bright Spring/Summer Colors and Neutral Linen Pieces (orange is a favorite for summer and continues into fall); Tissue-Thin Tops; Trousers from Über Skinny to Ultra Flared; Shoes with Kitten Heels. Acorn’s fashion show begins with a complimentary glass of champagne and passed hors d’oeuvres upon arrival. A threecourse lunch and cash wine bar will follow. Models will sashay through the audience wearing the latest styles, perfectly accessorized with scarves, bags and jewelry. Southern Style Icon James Farmer will be there signing his latest book, “Dinner on the Grounds.” Farmer has catapulted to style stardom with his best-selling books, “A Time To Plant,” “Sip & Savor,” “Porch Liviing,” “Wreaths For All Seasons,” “A Time to Cook,” and “Dinner on the Grounds.” Also, the stylists from The Salon at Old Edwards will be demonstrating makeup techniques for popular spring looks. Guests of the Fashion Show can continue with their champagne shopping at Acorns the day of the show with a 10 percent discount, which is valid for the entire week of the show. For more information and reservations, call (828) 787-2625. thelaurelmagazine.com | June 2014 | 41
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The Village Green, the emerald jewel in the heart of Cashiers, offers the best part of a small-town Fourth of July.
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hat’s July 4th without fireworks? The Village Green is proud to provide this summer’s colossal fireworks display for the Cashiers area community. The Village Green will partner with the Greater Cashiers Merchants Association to create a spectacular evening of entertainment for residents and visitors to enjoy as part of the Independence Day celebration. The Fireworks Extravaganza On the Green will begin at 6:30 P.M. Friday, July 4, at The Village Green Commons on Frank Allen Road. The festivities include a live concert by The Extraordinaires, a rhythm and blues band featuring kicking horns and smooth vocals that will have people dancing on the lawn. The crowning moment of the night will be the magnificent fireworks show. “Come to The Village Green and watch the rockets’ red glare, and every other color in the rainbow,” said Executive Director Ann Self. “This year’s show has twice as many pyrotechnics with more than 1,000 colorful salutes, crowns and brilliant bursts to light up the mountain night sky.” Many small towns and communities have cut or drastically reduced fireworks displays in recent years because of financial con-
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straints. The Village Green stepped up to ensure this would not be the case in Cashiers. “The Village Green is delighted to preserve another treasured tradition for our community, and we hope that this will be the best part of the holiday weekend for people here in the area,” said Village Green Chairperson Jochen Lucke. To safeguard future and even more amazing fireworks for Cashiers, The Village Green is establishing a Fireworks Fund. “Event-goers will have the opportunity to make contributions at preferred parking locations as well as the entrances to The Village Green Commons,” said Self. “We hope this grassroots effort will foster the spirit of community.” The Village Green is a 12-and-a-half-acre park that was created to preserve the legacy of the bucolic mountain lifestyle. The Village Green is the beautiful, “green heart” for public use, but relies on private funding to provide this exceptional venue for everyone to enjoy. “Events like the fireworks extravaganza would not be possible without the generous support of our donors,” Self pointed out. For more information about The Village Green, visit villagegreencashiersnc.com.
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Horse Show, It’s a Cinch Contributed by Nancy West
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Thanks to the Bald Rock Horse Exhibition & Silent Auction, set for 9:30 A.M. Saturday, June 28, every horse has its day.
o you enjoy horses? Do you know how many different breeds of horses can be found just in Bald Rock/The Divide? Do you think you can outbid others in a silent auction for that special item you just can’t do without? Do you like to hike? Do you like being outside on a late June day? If any of these activities appeal to you then plan on attending the Bald Rock Horse Exhibition & Silent Auction on Saturday, June 28, from 9:30 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. This event is a benefit for Friends of Panthertown, the local non-profit organization that protects and maintains 30 miles of public trails in Panthertown Valley, a 6,300-acre backcountry recreation area
in Nantahala National Forest. Bald Rock / The Divide equestrian community is located off US Highway 64 in Sapphire, North Carolina. Turn off US 64 onto Trays Island Road at the Sapphire National Golf Course between Cashiers and Sapphire. Follow the signs and stay on Trays Island Road to the very top. Admission is free and everyone is invited. There is a parking fee of $10 per vehicle and carpooling is encouraged. All proceeds from the event will go to benefit Friends of Panthertown, a non-profit organization working in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service to conserve this outstanding natural resource. A light lunch of a hamburger,
hot dog, or black bean burger, chips, home-baked cookies for dessert, and a drink will be available for $7 beginning at 11:00 A.M. Silent auction items will be available to bid on in the barn starting at 10:30 A.M. A guided hike to Maidenhaire Falls within Bald Rock will start at 10:30 A.M. Music and children’s activities will be ongoing. The horse exhibition starts at high noon and runs until 1:30 P.M. Horses of more than a dozen breeds will participate in the exhibition. While waiting for the horse exhibition to begin, you can bid on exciting silent auction items, meet and greet the horses up close, have lunch, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Bald
Rock community. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets if you like, but please leave your dogs at home for the safety of all the animals. The event will be held rain or shine. In the case of a predicted thunderstorm during the event’s hours, the horse exhibition portion will be cancelled while the silent auction and part of lunch will still be available. Panthertown Valley offers 30 miles of public trails to enjoy its gorges, waterfalls, mountain bogs, and long vistas from the top of mountains while hiking, mountain biking, or horseback riding. For more information, contact Friends of Panthertown at friends@panthertown.org, call (828) 269-HIKE (4453), or
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County (NC) Chamber of he Rabun County MuCommerce or at theater sic Festival Season door on the day of the perbegins June 22 with formance. Season tickets the Atlanta Symphony Orfor all five concerts are $100. chestra in concert. A genIn addition to bringing erous contribution from some of the world’s top United Community Bank professionals in classical made it possible for the and popular music to our Rabun County Music Fescommunity, the Rabun tival Association board of Rabun Music Festival Season kicks off with the Atlanta Symphony County Music Festival Assodirectors to bring the AtSunday, June 22, at 4:00 P.M. ciation is committed to prolanta Symphony to Rabun County for the first time during the 2004 season. The ASO has viding scholarships to deserving students so they may continue returned every year, and their performance is always a high- their visual or performing arts education. Ticket sales alone cannot sustain our mission. We keep our light of the season. This year marks their 11th season here in ticket prices affordable so that everyone in the community will the mountains. The orchestra is known for excellence of its live performanc- have an opportunity to enjoy great, live musical performances. es, presentations, renowned choruses, and its impressive list of The generous support of our benefactors and sponsors is essenGrammy Award-winning recordings. The ASO performs more tial to our ability to contract with high quality performers and than 200 concerts each year for a combined audience of more award scholarships. The Rabun County Music Festival Associathan half a million in a full schedule of performances which also tion is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. See our website www. features educational and community concerts. We are very for- rabunmusicfestival.com for information on how you can help. Make your plans now for July Fourth weekend. The Beatles tunate to have the symphony perform for us in Rabun County. Tickets for the Atlanta Symphony are $30 and may be pur- tribute band, “The Return,” will perform at the Rearden Theater chased online at www.rabunmusicfestival.com, at the ticket on Sunday, July 6. Tickets are $20 and may be purchased at the outlets at the Rabun County Welcome Center and the Macon usual ticket outlets.
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Know and Grow Hugh and Mary Palmer Dargan share their horticultural wisdom with a series of soirees at Dovecote, their lovingly restored historic farmhouse and gardens.
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on’t know a dahlia from a petunia? Perplexed, bothered, and bewildered by white versus blue hydrangeas or azaleas versus rhododendrons? Maybe more parking or a new, flat dining terrace rings your bell? Unique in the Cashiers-Highlands Plateau, this summer a series of informal soirees are being held regularly on Thursdays at 10:00 A.M. in the Dovecote Garden. This historic farmhouse, once nestled in the cornfields of Cashiers, is now ground zero for horticultural cognoscenti. The garden offices of landscape architects Hugh and Mary Palmer Dargan, are located on McKinney Way (aka 35 Flash Point Lane) off Cashiers School Lane, one mile south of the Crossroads on 107. Enjoy a morning glass of herbal tea, stroll Dovecote’s two public gardens and make friends with guest speakers. Watch for our weekly schedule of in The Highlander, Crossroads Chronicle and The Laurel. If you have a house full of guests, would you enjoy “Miniature Gardens for all Ages,” “Create a Garden Party Hat,” or “Concocting Bitters for Summer Cocktails?” Have lunch at Cornucopia next door, then visit The Village Green and a garden center that afternoon. 46 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
How about big picture design topics like “Making Flat Land on Mountain Slopes,” or “Dahlias for Mountain Gardens.” Native plant lovers, join us for “Splendid Native Shrubs and Trees to Know and Grow,” plus “Mountain Hedges: Elegant Tapestries and Utilitarian Hideaways.” We’ll be field-tripping to local nurseries to uncover secret recipes. For the home gardener, improve your home environment with “Permaculture for Mountain Landscapes,” “Turbocharge your Soil with Compost and Compost Tea,” or putter with us as we set seeds for “Vegetable Gardening with Vim and Vigor.” Most lectures are free; workshop materials have a small fee. Sculptor Carl Peverall will place three of his atmospheric pieces at Dovecote this summer. Cashiers Plein Air Festival kicks off the week of July 12. Watch early dawn artists catch the light at Dovecote and surrounding cottages. Why are we doing this lecture series? Hugh and I moved to Dovecote from Highcote in High Hampton after 15 years and spent 2013 renovating and building these new gardens. Now, we are celebrating! For more information please contact dargan.com/dovecotegarden-porch or call (828) 743-0307.
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A Bang-Up Good Time
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Look to the skies! A spectacular fireworks display caps a full day of Fourth of July fun in Highlands.
t won’t be long before the Plateau is ablaze with a lightup-the-sky explosion of pinwheels, fountains, flairs, and rockets. Every July 4th the Highlands Chamber of Commerce presents a fireworks extravaganza, and this year promises to be the best ever. The display will begin at dark, around 9:00-9:15 P.M. on the Fourth at the Highlands Rec Park. Bring a blanket, chairs, and other essentials, then sit back and get ready for some jaw-dropping, eye-poppin’ fun. Earlier in the day, have a blast with your kids at the Rec Park baseball field. First there is a bottle rocket launch, then endless
fun on a bouncy slide, and relay races. Activities start at 10:00 A.M. Parents, for everyone’s pleasure and safety, please accompany your children. Save yourself the muss and fuss of planning an at-home cookout and join the Rotary Club of Highlands for a juicy burger and dog. This fund-raiser picnic on the Fourth starts at 11:00 A.M. at the Community Building, adjacent to the ball field. Monies raised will help support the Rotary’s many worthwhile community projects. For more information about these and other Highlands events, call (828) 526-2112, and have a bang-up good time this Fourth of July.
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Maria Howell in Highlands EVENTS
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tlanta vocalist Maria Howell will perform at 6:00 P.M. Sunday, June 22, at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation to benefit Highlands Friends of Haiti, the church’s mission in Haiti’s Central Plateau. A nationally-recognized song stylist in her own right, Maria has shared the musical stage with legendary artists like Nancy Wilson, George Benson, Ray Charles and Earl Klugh. After a very successful stint in Asia, Maria relocated to the Atlanta area and performed at Sambuca Jazz Café for nine years. Her music is a collective of sultry, soulful, smooth tones. Howell not only combines sounds such as R&B with jazzy punctuations, she evokes an international flavor into her flambé of recordings. Maria has absolute control of the stage and takes you along on an amazing musical adventure. Her wide ranging repertoire covers everything
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The dulcet notes of vocalist Maria Howell are the centerpiece of an ambitious fundraiser for the -Episcopal Church of the Incarnation’s Haiti Mission.
with class, charm, and great control as she draws the audience into her musical world. Maria is also talented actress with many TV and movie credits. Her earliest film performance was as the choir soloist in the movie “The Color Purple.” Her rendition of “God Is Trying to Tell You Something” was memorable for all who saw it, but the offerings of the all-grown-up Maria are also truly unforgettable. Most recently she played Seeder, one of the contestants in “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” and she has been a regular cast member on the hit NBC TV series “Revolution.” The June 22 performance will be preceded by wine and heavy hors d’oeuvres and a short live auction. Tickets are $100 and may be purchased at the Church of the Incarnation or by calling (828) 526-2968.
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Mark Your Calendar • The Bascom Current Exhibitions: Out of the Ordinary, thru June 15. Bunzl Gallery; Elsa Norris Dodd Remembered thru August 3, Joel Balcony Gallery; Circles thru December 7, On Campus; Wesley Wofford: Beneath the Surface thru August 17; High School Ceramics thru July 27, Landing Gallery; From the Earth June 7 thru August 31, Opening Reception June 28. 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Atrium Gallery, (828) 526-4900. • Highlands Nature Center offers a variety of camps, workshops and events during June. Call (828) 526-2623 for details. • Ugly Dog Pub June Events: WellStrung Band, Thursday, June 5, Andrew Scotchie and The River Rats, Saturday, June 7, Ryan Boss afternoon, Saturday, June 14, Caribbean Cowboys Saturday, June 21, Jerry’s Bones Saturday, June 28, (828) 5268364. • The Lost Hiker June Events: The River Rats Friday, June 6, The Corbitt Brother Saturday, June 7, Porch 40 Friday, June 13, Comedy Show, Friday, June 20, Dustin Martin and The Ramblers Saturday, June 28. (828) 526-8232. • Seventh Annual Highlands Motoring Festival begins with a Welcome Reception on Thursday evening, June 5, at The Ugly Dog Pub and continues through Sunday, June 8. For further information or to register your vehicle visit highlandsmotoringfestival.org • Groovin’ on the Green, 6:30 P.M., featuring Hurricane Creek,Friday, June 6, Soldier’s Heart, Friday, June 20, Jackson Taylor Band, Friday, June 27, The Village Green, (828) 743-8428. • Highlands/Cashiers Players auditions for Lost in Yonkers, 3:00 P.M., Sunday, June 8 and 5:00 P.M., Monday June 9, PAC, (828) 526-4904. • Festival Kickoff Cocktail Party at Mountaintop Golf Club, 6:00 P.M. Sunday, June 8. Hosts Ginger Kennedy, Kevin Naylor Anna and Hays Mershon, Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival, (828) 526-9060. • Center for Life Enrichment opening season party Monday, June 9 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. on the porch of the Peggy Crosby Center, (828) 526-8811. • Summer Concerts on the Slopes: The BuddyK Big Band, 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, June 10, Sapphire Valley Resort Community Center, (828) 743-7663. • Bingo, Boy Scout/Rotary Club of Highlands, 6:30 P.M. Thursday, June 12, Highlands Community Building, (828) 5269594. • Highlands Playhouse “Little Shop of Horrors” June 12-29, Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8:00 P.M, and Sundays at 2:00 P.M. (828) 526-2695. • Bugatchi Trunk Show with Gregg Champion, June 13-15, TJ Bailey for Men and the Gallery, (828) 526-2262. • Friday Night Live, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Town Square, June 13: Johnny Webb Band, June 20: Southern Highlands, June 27: Mountain High Dulcimer Group, (828) 526-5841. • Pawsitively Purrfect Evening, The Country Club of Sapphire Valley, 6:00 P.M., Friday, June 13, (828) 743-5752. • Arts and Crafts at The Square, 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., June 14-15, Cynthia Strain, (828) 787-2021. • Ryan Boss lunchtime performance, The Ugly Dog Pub, June 14; 10:30 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. Sunday, June 15, Village Art and Craft Show, (404) 422-4552. • Salon at Six featuring Valerie Von Pechy Whitcup and Lea Kibler, 5:30 P.M., Saturday, June 14, a the home of Kay and Frank Cohen, Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival, (828) 526-9060. • Acorns 2014 Champagne Fashion Show Luncheon, 11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 17, at The Old Edwards Farm Pavilion, (828) 787-2625. • Salon at Six, “Pictures at an Exhibition”, 5:30 P.M., Tuesday, June 17, The Bascom, featuring Vega String Quartet, HighlandsCashiers Chamber Music Festival, (828) 526-9060.
• Metropolitan Opera Encore Series: Verdi’s “Rigoletto” Wednesday, June 18, Puccini’s “La Rondine” Wednesday, June 25. Screenings 7:30 P.M. with a pre-opera discussion lead by Beverly Pittman at 7:00 P.M. (828) 526-9047. • The Town of Highlands Scholarship Golf tournament, Thursday, June 19, Wildcat Cliffs Country Club. highlandsnc.org. • Smitten First Anniversary Celebration, 5:30 p.m., Thursday, June 19, (828) 526-9300. • Clare Williams Company Trunk Show, 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., June 19-21, Francie Hargrove Interior Design (838) 743-9700. • Balsman Range performs, 8:00 P.M., Friday, June 20, Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center, (828) 526-9047. • Special Operations Adventure Race, Friday, June 21, Highlands Rec Park, www.SOARHighlands.org, to register or give donations. • Community Yoga, 9:00 A..M., Saturday, June 21, Gazebo Lawn at the Village Green. • Glenville Area Historical Society’s Annual Ice Cream Social, 3-5 p.m., Saturday, June 21, Glenville Wesleyan Church, Highway 107, (828) 743-1658 • Saturdays on Pine, 6:00 P.M., June 21: WellStrung Band, June 28: Jerry’s Bones, Kelsey-Hutchinson Park on Pine Street, Highlands, (828) 526-5841, (828) 526-8364. • Rabun County Music Festival, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, 4:00 P.M., Sunday, June 22, www.rabunmusicfesitval.com. • Atlanta vocalist Maria Howell will perform 6:00 P.M. Sunday, June 22, Episcopal Church of the Incarnation to benefit Highlands Friends of Haiti, (828) 526-2968. • Musical Auction, 7:00 P.M., June 22, Scudder’s Auction House, benefiting Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival, (828) 526-9060. • Village Nature Series, “Delicacies Off the Eaten Path” with Asheville’s famed forager Alan Muskat, 5:30 P.M. Tuesday, June 24, at The Village Green Commons, (828) 743-3434. • Annual Picnic Concert, Zachary-Tolbert House in Cashiers, Wednesday, June 25 with the Smoky Mountain Brass Quintet, Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival, (828) 526-9060. • Belgian Beer Dinner, Thursday, June 26, The Dog House, (828) 526-8364. • WellStrung to perform at On The Verandah, 6:30 p.m., Thursday, June 26, (904) 403-8090 or (828) 526-5958. • Yellow Mountain Sunset Toast Tour, Highlands Cashiers Land Trust, June 27, (828) 526-1111. • Summit Charter School’s annual Taste of the Plateau, Patron Party, 6:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M., Thursday, June 26, visit www. tasteoftheplateau.org • Kristi Hyde Trunk Show, 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., June 27-28, Chivaree Southern Art & Design, (828) 743-6195. • Lunch for Literacy, Literacy Council of Cashiers, Friday, June 27, (828) 508-9384. • Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival season opens June 27. Concerts 6:00 P.M. Fridays and 5:00 P.M. Sundays at the Martin-Lipscomb Performing Arts Center in Highlands and 5:00 P.M. Saturdays and Mondays at the Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library in Cashiers, (828) 526-9060. • Scaly Mountain Women’s Club Pancake Breakfast, 7:30 until 10:30 A.M., Saturday, June 28, Scaly Mountain Community Center at the corner of NC 106 and Buck Knob Road. • Bald Rock Horse Exhibition & Silent Auction, 9:30 A.M. Saturday, June 28, (828) 269-HIKE (4453), panthertown.org. • Mountain Artisans 25th annual ’Summertime’ Arts & Crafts Show, Western Carolina University, Ramsey Center, 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., June 28-29, (828) 524-3405. • The Hit Men, 8:00 P.M., Saturday, June 28, Martin Lipscomb Performing Arts Center, (828) 526-9047. • Summit Charter School’s annual Taste of the Plateau, Food and Wine Tasting, 6:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M., Sunday, June 29,
www.tasteoftheplateau.org. • Art League of Highlands meeting featuring Frank Brannon discussing papermaking and book crafting, 4:30 P.M. Monday, June 30, The Bascom. • Betsy Paul Art Raffle to benefit the Cashiers Glenville Volunteer Fire Department, features original oil painting by Velda Lovell donated by Graham and Greta Somerville, Drawing is Monday, June 30 in the afternoon. (828) 743-0880.
Weekly Events
EVERY MONDAY • Dulcimer Lessons - Intermediate Class 10:00 A.M., Beginners Noon, Highlands United Methodist church, (828) 787-1586. • Movies at Highlands Playhouse, showings 1:00 P.M., 4:00 P.M., and 7:00 P.M., (828) 526-2695. EVERY TUESDAY • Dulcimer Acoustic Jam, 10:00 A.M., Bird Barn and Gift Emporium, Cashiers, (828) 743-3797. • Highlands Rotary Club, Noon, Highlands Community Center. • Studio Alive - Live Model, 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M., Calderone Gallery, 3608 Hwy.246, Dillard, GA, (706) 746-5540. • Duplicate Bridge, 1:45 P.M., Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library. (828) 743-0215. • Karaoke, The Lost Hiker (828) 526-8232. EVERY WEDNESDAY • Highlands Mountaintop Rotary, 7:30 A.M., dining room at Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. • Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley, 8:00 A.M., Cashiers United Methodist Church, (828) 743-2243. • Preschool Story Time, 11:00 A.M. to Noon, Albert Carlton Library (828) 743-0215. • Watercolor Class, 12:30 P.M. to 4:30 P.M., Calderone Gallery, (706) 746-5540. • Cashiers Quilters Guild, 12:30 P.M., Cashiers Methodist Church. • Duplicate Bridge Games, 12:45 P.M., Highlands Civic Center. • Mah Jong Games open to the public, 1:00 P.M., Albert Carlton Cashiers-Community Library, (828) 743-0215. • Bluegrass, 8:30 P.M., Ugly Dog Pub, (828) 526-8364. EVERY THURSDAY • Oil Painting and Mixed Medium Class, 12:30 P.M. to 4:30 P.M, Calderone Gallery, 3608 Hwy.246, Dillard, GA, (706) 7465540. • Free Movie, 3:00 P.M., Albert Carlton Community Library, (828) 743-0215. • Zahner Conservation Lecture Series 6:30 P.M, Highlands Nature Center (828) 526-2221. EVERY FRIDAY • Weekly Grief Support Group in The Highlands, 10:30 A.M. to Noon, Jane Woodruff Clinic - Suite 201 (on the HighlandsCashiers Hospital campus), Free – Open to the Community, (828) 692-6178. • Duplicate Bridge Games, 12:45 P.M., Highlands Civic Center. • Live Music, 6:00 P.M. - close, Hummingbird Lounge, Old Edwards Inn, (828) 787-2625. • Live Music, 7:00 P.M. , On The Verandah, (828) 526-2338. • Live Music, 7:00 to 9:00 P.M., Nichols Center at Blue Ridge Music (706) 782-9852. EVERY SATURDAY • Live Music, 6:00 P.M. - close, Hummingbird Lounge, Old Edwards Inn, (828) 787-2625. • Live Music, 7:00 P.M., On The Verandah, (828) 526-2338. EVERY SUNDAY • Movies at Highlands Playhouse, showings 7:00 P.M. (828) 526-2695.
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When Tech and Art Collide Cover Artist Todd Ransom
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hen asked how he got into photography, Todd Ransom answered, “The Universe opened the door, and I walked through it.” And walk through it he did…literally. He’s a longtime hiker and backpacker, and for a while, a rock climber. A few years ago, as he was scaling a mountain, he had an epiphany. “As I climbed, looking at the beauty of nature below me, I realized that some day I would get old and wish I had a visual record of my travels. Next thing I knew I was lugging around a camera. From then on shooting landscapes, animals, flowers, and trees became the focus of my life.” Ransom is one of those lucky people who has an active left and right brain, giving him skills in art as well as logic and math. When he is not shooting beautiful photos, he is programming computers and designing apps. He says, “I have been in tech for about 20 years. I grew up in Atlanta and got into tech there. I always liked computers. When these two worlds collided, tech and art, I worked it to my advantage.” One of his latest creations is a phone app, which maps out Western Carolina hiking trails complete with Global Positioning
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System coordinates. It is available at www.appstore.com/flickinamazinginc. Add to his app a newly published book filled with photos of one of his favorite places on the planet, Panthertown. It is entitled “Waterfalls of Panthertown Valley” and is available at www.flickinamazing.com/panthertown. Ransom says, “Shooting the falls and creating the book has connected me with the community of Panthertown. I feel a kinship to the locals who are interested in the same things I am: photography, nature, regional history, and conservation.” Ransom prides himself in his artistic interpretation of what he sees. When he digitally alters a photo he makes sure it is appropriate to the locale and true to nature. As a supporter of Friends of Panthertown Valley, he uses his photos to help promote the conservation effort. To learn more about his projects and publications visit his website at www.flickinamazing.com. Or go to Facebook at www.facebook.com/waterfalls.wnc.
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Old Masters Speak Through Her The Art of Cynthia Cochran Kinard
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his month’s feature artist interview is with the classically trained painter and published author Cynthia Cochran Kinard. Question: You knew you were destined to be an artist by age eight. Was there a specific event or epiphany that convinced you art was your calling? Answer: I was showing a definite talent and affinity for art by age eight. Though I had varied interests through the years, art always remained at the forefront. My teachers and parents fostered this interest. There was no specific event – the calling was just always there. Q. How did your connection to your father nurture your love of art? A. My father was and has always been my favorite person. He knew instinctively that my love for art was much more than a passing interest. Through the years he brought me a wealth of art supplies: clay for sculpting, paint brushes, pigments, art papers, all kinds of drawing pencils and classical music to work by. But the best gift of all was a beautifully illustrated book, “The Life and Times of Rembrandt.” The moment I turned the first page I was hooked on the Old Masters. He also supplied me with objects for our still life painting setups while I was earning my degree in art. He landed me my first commissions and avidly supported my work in any way he could until his death. He was also very photogenic and a wonderful 64 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
model for me. Q. How would you describe your style? And your process? A. I am academically trained. I adhere to the strict discipline of realistic likenesses. My education began with intensive classical drawing instruction in the Barque method and progressed to drawing plaster casts. That advanced and honed my ability to understand form and mass. I studied under the third ranked portrait artist in the world, Michael John Angel, in Florence, Italy. He had apprenticed with the artist of the century in Italy, Pietro Annigoni. I settled upon the procedures in oil painting of the 16th and 17th century Old Masters, and that is the process I use now. Of all the works I do, portraiture is by far my favorite. Q. What is your most fluid, literally and figuratively, medium? A. Oils. For me, so much more can be achieved utilizing this medium. Its permanence is unsurpassed. Plus the smell of it in my studio is exciting. It makes me want to work. Q. How can those interested in your work contact you? A. I may be reached by phone at (828) 524-9454 or by email at cckinard@afo.net. My work may be viewed online at www. portraitlegacies.com. I have pieces on exhibit at the The Highlands Gallery in Highlands and the gallery, Tsartistry between Highlands and Franklin on Highway 64. You can visit my own studio at the new Macon County Heritage Center at the Historic Cowee School in Franklin on Highway 28. I also welcome portrait commissions.
Mountains in Bloom Contributed by Cindy Trevathan The Bascom’s Mountains in Bloom Festival, slated for July 10-12, spotlights the private garden treasures that adorn the hills and hollows of Highlands. For more information, visit thebascom.org.
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f there is “must-do” for experiencing Highlands in the summer, it’s attending The Bascom’s Mountains in Bloom Home, Garden, and Flower Festival. The festival will begin on Thursday, July 10, at Highlands Falls Country Club with an exquisite champagne luncheon featuring guest speaker Jack Staub. Staub is an accomplished writer and an expert on edible plants and garden design who will lead a virtual tour through country gardens featured in his book, “Private Edens: Beautiful Country Gardens.” On Friday, July 11, through Saturday, July 12, head for the hills and experience “The Private Edens of Highlands” with a tour of some of the area’s most spectacular homes and gardens tucked away in breathtaking niches in the Western North Carolina mountaintops. Each an Eden in its own right, these homes and gardens have been carved out of mountaintop ridges and nestled into rhododendron glades. Back at The Bascom, meander through the campus and galleries transformed with fabulous flower arrangements and photography entries. The Dave Drake Studio Barn fills with juried horticulture entries and the campus pathways are lined with non-juried entries. After touring the private homes and exploring the flower show, a Farm to Table Luncheon is served on The Bascom’s terrace featuring local produce. Additional festivities will include flower and art demonstrations and a fashion show featuring unique works of local artists. The weekend will culminate with a Benefactor Gala at The Farm at Old Edwards Inn featuring the award-winning cuisine of Chef Johannes Klapdohr and music by Liquid Pleasure. So join the scores of garden-loving Southerners that visit or live in Highlands or Cashiers looking to escape the heat of the nearby cities by spending the weekend enjoying The Private Edens of Highlands. For more information or to make plans to attend, visit thebascom.org. thelaurelmagazine.com | June 2014 | 65
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Verdi and Puccini at PAC Contributed by Mary Adair Leslie
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The Martin-Lipscomb Performing Arts Center at 507 Chestnut Street in Highlands will present the Metropolitan Opera’s exquisite productions of “Rigoletto” and “La Rondine,” June 18 and June 25.
he Metropolitan Opera will present its Encore Series beginning in June with a pair of unforgettable productions. Wednesday, June 18, brings Verdi’s “Rigoletto;” and on Wednesday, June 25, Puccini’s “La Rondine.” The screenings will begin at 7:30 P.M. with a pre-opera discussion lead by Beverly Pittman at 7:00 P.M. Michael Mayer’s production of “Rigoletto” was the talk of the opera world when it premiered in 2013. It sets the action of Verdi’s masterpiece in 1960 Las Vegas -- a neon-lit world ruled by money and ruthless, powerful men. In this bold new vision,” Piotr Beczala is the Duke, a popular entertainer and casino owner. Željko Lučić sings Rigoletto, a comedian and the Duke’s sidekick, and Diana Damrau
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is Rigoletto’s innocent daughter, Gilda. When she is seduced by the Duke, Rigoletto sets out on a tragic course of murderous revenge. Puccini’s achingly beautiful “La Rondine” charmingly conveys the plight of Magda (the “swallow” of the title), who unexpectedly finds true love with the handsome young Ruggero. But their idyllic life comes to a premature end as she is haunted by the fear that her checkered past will ruin his future. Opera stars Angela Gheorghiu and Roberto Alagna portray Puccini’s star-crossed lovers. Nicholas Joël’s production features elegant and sophisticated art-deco sets that contribute to the dazzling stage picture. Tickets are available online at highlandspac.org or by calling (828) 526-9047. Highlands PAC is located at 507 Chestnut Street in Highlands.
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William Preucil
A Glorious 2014 Season Alexandra Preucil
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The Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival’s 2014 season is an exciting blend of the traditional and the unexpected.
he Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival is offering a glorious 2014 season, welcoming favorite performers from seasons past and making way for new artists already earning an international reputation. The festival stretches from June 27 through August 3. “The season proper begins on June 27 with ‘Beethoven’s Fifth’ -- his fifth cello and violin sonatas, and of course, ‘The Fifth Symphony’ -- for an orchestra of 20 fingers at one piano,” says Festival Artistic Director William Ransom. “William and Alexandra Preucil are joined by young star pianist Gloria Chien making her Festival debut. And for the first time we will celebrate the Fourth of July weekend with concerts -- appropriately, “Musical Fireworks” with the dynamic duo of Julie and David Coucheron.” Concerts will be held at 6:00 P.M. Fridays at the Martin-Lipscomb Performing Arts Center in Highlands and repeated at 5:00 P.M. Saturdays at the Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library in Cashiers. Sunday concerts will be staged at 5:00 P.M. at the Performing Arts Center in Highlands and repeated at 5:00 P.M. Mondays at the Cashiers Community Library. But even before the 2014 concert season begins, the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival is serving up music for the twin communities. It’ll stage the popular annual Picnic Concert at the Zachary-Tolbert House in Cashiers on June 25 with
the Smoky Mountain Brass Quintet. Other highlights include the Festival debut of cellist Edward Arron performing solo and with the Vega Quartet; “The Poet’s Love and Life” featuring Schumann’s great “Dichterliebe” song cycle interspersed with readings by Aspen-based poet Bruce Berger; and a brand-new “Jazz Meets Classics” this time, presenting “Sax in the Mountains” welcoming back Will Scruggs, Leo Saguiguit, Gary Motley and pianist Elena Cholakova trading turns with classical and jazz selections for sax and piano. We are delighted the Grammy Award-winning Parker String Quartet will be joining us again, as well as our dear friends the Eroica Trio. Cellist Sara Sant’Ambrogio of the Eroica will stick around and anchor the festival’s first “CelloMania” featuring her and five other cellists in a program not to be missed. “Whenever we are able to present the Festival Chamber Orchestra, the concerts are always a major highlight of the season -- and so our final Gala Concert, and wonderful Dinner after, on Sunday, August 3, will feature the Orchestra in our first-ever performance of Mendelssohn’s ‘Double Concerto for Violin and Piano,’” says Ransom. “For this final weekend we are delighted to welcome back Tim Fain as soloist – you may have heard him as the violinist in the hit movie ‘12 Years a Slave.’ The gala sold out early last year, so make your plans now.” thelaurelmagazine.com | June 2014 | 67
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Highlands Playhouse’s 2014 Season starts with a musical comedy that features a very naughty plant. “Little Shop of Horrors” sets the pace for a laugh lineup that includes “Pippin,” “9 to 5,” and “The Paris Dancers.”
he Highlands Playhouse’s 2014 summer performance schedule promises music, laughter, and a singing plant with a taste for people. The season includes musical theater favorites “Little Shop of Horrors,” “Pippin,” the Dolly Parton-inspired hit “9 to 5,” and a special show by the Paris Dancers. “The lineup of shows this summer is sure to knock the socks of any of our regular patrons,” says Artistic Director Bill Patti. “The shows are bigger, bolder, and flashier than they have been in a long while!” The season opens on June 12 with the cult classic “Little Shop of Horrors.” This raucous musical tells the story of a young florist and his blood-thirsty plant, Audrey II. Seymour, the young florist, will be played by Playhouse veteran Noah Berry who wowed audiences in 2013 as Leaf Coneybear in “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.” The production will be directed by the incredibly talented Lisa Ludwig, who helmed last season’s “Buddy Holly Story” and “Nunsense.” The second show of the season is the Stephen Schwartz gem “Pippin,” currently enjoying a successful revival on Broadway. The Playhouse plans to utilize circus apparatuses and magic throughout the production. The production, which may not
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be suitable for audience members under 13, runs from July 3 through July 20. The final major musical of the season is “9 to 5,” based on the hit movie from 1980 and including Dolly Parton’s hit song, with a score written entirely by Parton. The show features the largest adult ensemble the Playhouse has had in years. “This is a big show with a lot of big music,” Patti said. The show will also feature Otto native and Playhouse favorite Heidi Spoon (Miss Hannigan in last year’s Playhouse hit “Annie”) in the role of Violet, created in the movie by Lily Tomlin. “Having a comedic musical theater actress with the skill of Heidi is a true blessing,” Patti said, “I am thrilled to have her back on the Playhouse stage in a role that was written for her!” “9 to 5” runs July 24 through August 16. The season closes out with “The Paris Dancers,” a musical revue featuring actors of a “certain age.” This comedic musical experience will run from August 21 through August 24. Tickets for any of these wonderful productions can be purchased by visiting the Highlands Playhouse Box Office or by calling (828) 526-2695. All shows play Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8:00 P.M, and Sundays at 2:00 P.M. Visit highlandsplayhouse. org for more information.
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Paper View Contributed by Peggy McBride Frank Brannon will share his deep knowledge of papermaking and book crafting at the Art League of Highlands’ June 30 meeting at The Bascom. Everyone is invited.
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f you’re familiar with the art of papermaking, you may also be aware that since ancient times this process involves just a few simple ingredients -- pulp, water and starch pulled from a vat with a framed screen to form thin sheets dried under pressure. The result is a magical thing of beauty -- so different from the wads of white often filling our recycle bins. However, the process is quite complicated with steps involving a chemistry of ratios, balance, heavy equipment plus a great deal of physical strength. Papermaking also requires gaining an understanding of the eco-world of plants and their fibrous potential as a resource. Frank Brannon has developed a wide range of these skills and knowledge. A member of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, Frank is a printmaking instructor with Southwestern Community College and adjunct book arts instructor with Western Carolina University. Previously stationed at Asheville Bookworks, Brannon’s studio is now part of Riverwood Studios in Dillsboro and goes by the name SpeakEasy Press. As a working/teaching studio space for papermaking, letterpress printing and bookbinding, it also offers workshops, apprenticeships and collaborative opportunities. Beginners can join Frank in his studio on August 9-10 for an introductory course using plant fibers such as mulberry, hemlock tree bark and even okra stems. Visit speakeasypress.com for more details. Meet Frank Brannon at the June program for the Art League of Highlands-Cashiers held at The Bascom in Highlands on Monday evening, June 30. A hour begins at 4:30 P.M., followed by a presentation of the artist’s paper works and book arts. All are welcome! thelaurelmagazine.com | June 2014 | 69
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Bel Canto Turns 22 Contributed by Janet Grantham
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The 22nd Annual Bel Canto Concert, slated for September 7, will benefit a quartet of worthy local charities.
n September 7, Bel Canto will hold its 22nd annual recital at Highlands PAC. Once again, the Highlands/Cashiers area will be treated to an exceptional concert by four performers from the world of opera in a program that will include not only opera but Broadway favorites as well. The concert will be followed by a wonderful dinner held at Highlands Country Club. As he has since Bel Canto’s inception, Stephen Dubberly will accompany the performers and will also perform a solo piano piece. The solicitation letter will be mailed in early July to those who have attended Bel Canto in the past. These past benefactors will be able to buy tickets early to assure themselves of seats at the always sold-out performance. Become one of the benefactors this year if you haven’t been one in the past.
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In the past 21 years Bel Canto has supported The Bascom Permanent Collection, Highlands School music program (with its new choral groups) and the Highlands Community Child Development Center and last year added the Gordon Center, which runs the preschool programs at both the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation and Highlands United Methodist Church. Bel Canto now supports the music programs of all preschool programs in Highlands. In the last 10 years alone it’s donated over $300,000 to its four beneficiaries thanks to the overwhelming generosity of its benefactors. So put Sunday, September 7 on your calendar now and plan to attend the 22nd Annual Bel Canto Recital! To contact Bel Canto and get on the mailing list, please call (828) 526-5213 or e-mail highlandsbelcanto@gmail.com. You can also mail your contact information to Bel Canto Recital, P.O. Box 2392, Highlands, NC 28741.
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Vega String Quartet
Lea Kibler
Festival of Feasts The Eroica Trio
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In addition to offering breathtakingly beautiful music, the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival serves up gourmet food and sparkling conversations in spectacular homes.
he music of the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival is sublime in itself. World-renowned musicians perform the works of civilization’s greatest composers. What could compare? Well, the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival folks have an answer: Sumptuous meals with fascinating people in some of the region’s most spectacular homes. “These annual feasts provide important and vital financial support to the Festival, which allows us to bring world-class chamber music to the mountains each year,” says Festival Artistic Director William Ransom. The fun starts with the Festival Kickoff Cocktail Party at Mountaintop Golf Club, set for 6:00 P.M. Sunday, June 8. Hosts Ginger Kennedy, Kevin Naylor, Anna and Hays Mershon will be offering a charcuterie and cheese board, carving station, new potatoes with caviar and surprise treats. Cost is $100 per person. Festival favorites The Eroica Trio will highlight an evening at the Whiteside Mountain home of Ann Abrams, 7:15 P.M. Saturday, July 26. Cost is $125 per person. Guests can enjoy an exquisite buffet while conversing with Trio members Sara Parkins, Erika Nickrenz and Sara Sant’Ambrogio. Patrons can chill with CelloMania, 7:15 P.M. Sunday July 27, at the home of Kathy and Mark Whitehead. The Whiteheads are planning a special menu with perhaps a special chef. Patrons will be able to meet the festival stars of the CelloMania concert. Cost is $125 per person. A Louisiana Feast at the home of Carolyn and Rhett Tanner is set for 6:00 P.M. Friday, August 22. Guests can enjoy the Tanner’s rolling vineyard and the exquisite Tanner Dahlias while dining on fabulous Louisiana fare. Cost is $125 per person.
Ed and Penny Mawyer will host The Bear Shadow Dinner: An Endof-October Event, 5:00 P.M. Thursday, October 23. They’re offering a superb five-course dinner with very special wine pairings, accompanied by a viewing of “The Shadow.” Cost is $250 per person. The feasts aren’t the only way to enjoy the HighlandsCashiers Chamber Music Festival’s artists outside of the concert hall. The festival’s 33nd season is laced with exciting installments of its popular Salon at Six series. Kay and Frank Cohen will host the season-opener featuring harpist Valerie Von Pechy Whitcup and flutist Lea Kibler, Saturday, June 14. Ms. Von Pechy Whitcup is a symphony harpist with over 30 seasons as principal harpist with the Florida Philharmonic. She’s also served as the harp instructor at the University of Miami Frost School of Music for 30 years. Ms. Kibler is a flute professor at Clemson University’s Department of Performing Arts. Prof. Kibler has performed as member of the Florida Philharmonic Orchestra and the Moscow Chamber Orchestra as principal flute. Festival favorite The Vega String Quartet will perform Mussorgsky’s “Pictures at an Exhibition” at The Bascom Tuesday, June 17. Jazz Pianist Gary Motley will perform at the home of Lynne and Jim Browne Thursday, July 17. Western Carolina University Chancellor David Belcher and his wife Susan open their home on Sunday, August 24. The Belchers will perform classical music and songs from stage and screen. At each event, wine will be served from 5:30-6:00 P.M., followed by the performances until 6:30 P.M. Light refreshments will be offered at 6:30 P.M. Tickets are $50 per person. For reservations or more information about the Feasts of the Festival and the Salon at Six Series, call (828) 526-9060. thelaurelmagazine.com | June 2014 | 71
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late or come in early to work on n the early dawn when the unfinished pieces. mountain mist glows, full Not only will the new studio be of light, David Berger is open to the public for workshops, counting his blessings…and but every Friday evening Mounpainting them. tain Mist Gallery will present an Berger is a landscape oil paintopen house with a live artist demo. er and owner of Mountain Mist Now through the end of October Gallery in Cashiers. Over the past from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M., Mountain few years his panoramic canvases Mist will host these weekly Fine have awed judges and his everArt Friday events. Join the gang expanding public. Now is a chance for a glass of wine and a superb for beginning, intermediate, and art experience. advanced painters to study with For more information go onthis master. line to mountainmistgallery.com. “We are opening up a teachCheck out Fine Art Fridays, working studio in the building next to Mountain Mist Gallery’s David Berger is ready to share a shop and class schedules, and Mountain Mist Gallery,” he says. lifetime’s worth of technique and talent with students. see whose work is on deck for “We have revamped the walls and the next outstanding exhibition. interior to facilitate 2-D (and eventually 3-D) instruction. Several fellow artists and I will be teaching If you would like to speak to David Berger call (828) 743-1801 or look for Mountain Mist Gallery on Facebook. Mountain Mist Galworkshops and classes in water and oil mediums.“ There are class package deals available for everyone, from lery is located one-eighth mile south of the intersection of Highweekend visitors to full-time residents. And for those who like ways 64 and 107 in Cashiers. This gallery is not to be “mist.” extra studio time, a small flat monthly rate will allow one to stay
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Big Names and Old Flames Contributed by Mary Adair Leslie The Performing Arts Center offers a full spectrum of musical hits with a pair of performances -- Bluegrass masters Balsam Range on June 20; and Retro Rock artists The Hit Men, June 28.
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ighlands’ Performing Arts Center’s Concert Season begins Friday, June 20, with Bluegrass music by Balsam Range at 8:00 P.M. From deep in the Appalachians where the Great Smoky Mountains meet the Blue Ridge comes Balsam Range, creatively blending Bluegrass, Folk, Gospel and Jazz into a new American acoustic music experience. Balsam Range consists of five friends with unique experiences and backgrounds that blend together effortlessly to form their distinctive sound. Since bursting onto the scene, Balsam Range has made a definite mark in the Bluegrass and Acoustic music world. 2013 IBMA Album of the Year Winner, “Papertown;” 2011 IBMA Song of the Year WINNER, “Trains I Missed;” 2011 IBMA Emerging Artist of the Year nominee; 2011 IBMA Album of the Year nominee, “Trains I Missed;” 2010 IBMA Emerging Artist of the Year nominee; and seven national Number One songs. At 8:00 P.M. Saturday, June 28, The Hit Men return to PAC with their unique brand of retro rock. These remarkable performers are the former stars of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Tommy James & The Shondells and other mega stars of the 60s, 70s, and 80s. The Hit Men are not a tribute band. They aren’t the cast from a Broadway musical. They are the real deal. Members of this legacy rock ‘n roll band travelled the world with Frankie Valli and sang lead vocals on Seasons hits like “Oh What a Night!” They’ve played and recorded with Tommy James, Carly Simon, Cat Stevens, Elton John, Jim Croce, Barry Manilow, and other mega acts of the era. In their show, they play the hits they helped make famous and regale the audience with great “on the road” stories about their lives with Frankie, Tommy, Carly, Cat, Elton and Jim...stories only The Hit Men can tell -- because they were there! And they also perform many other memorable solid gold hits that they helped make famous – including “Mony, Mony”, “Hanky Panky,” “Peace Train,” “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown,” and “You’re So Vain.” Tickets are available online at highlandspac.org or by calling (828) 526-9047. Highlands PAC is located at 507 Chestnut Street in Highlands. thelaurelmagazine.com | June 2014 | 75
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f history is destiny, you couldn’t make a better case than Cornucopia Restaurant, Cashiers’ de facto front porch for the last 122 years. In its earliest days, this venerable Cashiers landmark served as a general store that allowed local farmers to water their livestock at the adjoining creek on their way to Asheville or Sylva. It’s no stretch of the imagination to see weary travelers sharing a cool drink, a bite to eat and a bit of local gossip as they waited for their cattle. Over the next century, this American Chestnut and English Poplar building has seen duty as a school, post office, home and tack shop for men with names like Wimp Davis and Ske Dick and Uncle Bubba Bryson, the sorts of indelible names that have all but vanished from the American landscape. For the last 36 years, it’s been Cornucopia, and sure enough, people still gather to relax, share a meal and a cool drink and, inevitably, exchange a bit of local gossip. On the evening I visited, the broad dining room with its sundappled tables and gentle breeze didn’t feel too far removed from those long-ago days. It says something about the remarkable durability of chestnut that this room still maintains the quiet dignity imparted by those boards that make up the siding. This place is an easy-going delight, offering a wonderful menu in a nostalgic setting. I arrived with a plan – a meal of starters and salads, the perfect complement to a lazy Saturday night. First up were the extraordinary South Carolina Buffalo Quail Breast Sliders. Let me start off by saying that I have lots of friends from South Carolina. There are plenty of Osteens who live in The Palmetto State, including nationally-recognized Chef Louis Osteen who makes his home in Charleston. There’s no way that state can claim this dish. These sliders were created by a chef who understood nuance and the power of subtle seasoning, qualities that I don’t associate with our Neighbor to the South. Let’s say there was an element of playfulness about them, 78 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
too. Calling these delicacies “sliders” evokes images of a dozen Krysta Burgers or White Castles stuffed in a greasy sack. These are sliders of a different order. OK, I guess a state that produced Chubby Checker could have given us this, but I’m not convinced. Next, I tried the Mixed Green Salad. Again, this languid restaurant confounded expectations. The humble green salad is elevated to something wholly extraordinary when constructed under owners Brien and Sallie Peterkin’s steadfast commitment to locally-grown produce and artisanal foods. Baby heirloom tomatoes, toasted almonds, goat cheese, grapes and fresh strawberries were drizzled with a honey-lime-thyme vinaigrette. Cornucopia salad maker Patricia McCall, if you’re reading this sitting down, please stand up and take a bow. Go on, take another. You deserve it. And here’s where my plan went off the rails – my server Natalie, who shined like a penny throughout my visit, talked me into ditching my starters and salads scheme. I really needed to try her favorite item on the menu, she said – the Buttermilk Fried Tanglewood Farms Chicken Breast. I’d been so dazzled by my choices so far, I realized it’d be the acme of foolishness to ignore what this wise woman was telling me. Oh my. The chicken recalled something your Grandmother would make for Sunday Supper. But it was served amidst a cloud of boursin-whipped Yukon potatoes, and julienned green beans and young carrots enrobed in white truffle honey butter. This is the sort of dish that years from now, you’ll wake up in the middle of the night and recall in all its glory. You won’t be able to go back to sleep. I’m glad my Grandmother never tried this. It would have broken her spirit. Cornucopia is located on Highway 107 South in Cashiers, just south of the Crossroads. Call for reservations for lunch and dinner (828) 743-3750. I suppose you could still bring your livestock for watering, but it’s probably a good idea to leave the cattle at home.
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An Energizing Green Smoothie
Contributed by Dr. Anastasia Halldin, Nutrition Coach healthymamainfo.com
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ealth benefits of a green smoothie are too numerous to mention: it’s detoxifying, nutrient-rich,
alkalizing, immunity-enhancing and more. Having a green smoothie for breakfast during the warm summer days would sound like an excellent idea, except for two things: its taste and coffee. Do you have your morning cup of coffee before or after your green smoothie? Do you really have to start your day with a liquid salad? An Energizing Green Smoothie combines in itself the wonderful health benefits of a green smoothie with the magnesium and the deep chocolatey taste of the raw cocoa powder with the
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energizing effect of coffee. It tastes rich, sweet and refreshing. The smoothie is filling and creamy, too. Raw cocoa powder is high in flavonoid compounds, which are a potent source of antioxidants that pursue and kill free radicals. Kale is rich in calcium, iron, magnesium, vitamins C, K and more. Raw almond butter supplies vitamin E as well as fiber, B vitamins, magnesium, copper, calcium, potassium, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which can lower the “bad” LDL-cholesterol. This breakfast smoothie takes 5 minutes to make, so
you really have to come up with an excuse to skip it. An Energizing Green Smoothie Serves one Ingredients: 1 cup non-dairy milk 1/2 cup strong black coffee 1 medium banana, frozen 2 tablespoons raw almond butter 1 cup organic baby kale 1-2 large dates, pits removed 1 tablespoon raw cocoa powder 5 ice cubes Directions: Place all ingredients in a high speed blender. Blend everything until smooth.
One of My Favorite Things DINING
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hrough my many years of being a sommelier a question is raised almost every day. “What is your favorite wine?” I never took the question seriously. I taste so many wines every week and so many factors affect your taste, like weather, food, company and mood. For instance, when I grill a juicy steak in the fall I would drink a full bodied Cabernet Sauvignon, while if I have a light piece of fish with asparagus and rice I would choose a full bodied Cabernet Sauvignon. I usually pick my wine before I decide on dinner. But that avoids the question. What is my favorite wine? After a short time I decided my favorite wine for quite a few years is the Davis family, Monterey, Riesling. Whenever I drink this wine I can feel the chill of the fog rolling down the hills and smell the wet stone. The wine is bursting with bosc pear and a variety of tropical flavors and nuances of stone fruits. So what does this mean to other wine enthusiasts? Nothing. Get your own favorite wine. Happy Drinking, Curt
Curt Christiansen, Wine Navigator Madison’s Restaurant, empiricon@hotmail.com
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Slabtown Pizza DINING
Contributed by Krysti Henderson
With a deep respect for the intricacies of New York Style Pizza and an irrepressible creative streak, the artisans of Slab Town Pizza have created an unforgettable menu of wonders.
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he Peterkin family and Cornucopia have had a 36-year-long love affair with the Cashiers area and are always thinking of new ways to share their passion for delicious food. When Randy Brown and John Caddell met up with Brien Peterkin Jr. in culinary school, little did they know they were on a journey that not only would lead to a great friendship, but also to Cashiers – and a family affair that makes fabulous food a way of life. Slab Town Pizza is the next step in that journey. A collaborative, creative effort, Slab Town Pizza offers a fresh take on old-fashioned pizza making. The dough is house-made, stretched by hand and loaded with the freshest toppings, many of which are local, farm-to-table or house-made. You’ll find your all-time pizza favorites, but watch out -- the specialty pizzas offer creative combinations that will have you planning your next visit before you’re out the door. “The Verdure,” a Roasted Eggplant, Grilled Zucchini, Roasted Red Peppers, Goat Cheese, Oregano and Olive Oil pizza makes even meat lovers happy, while “The Duke” packs a punch with Italian Sausage, House-Made Meatballs, Pancetta, Ricotta, Oregano, Grande Mozzarella, Chili Flakes and “Sunday Gravy” (imagine the meatiest, Parmesanest, tomato-ey sauce… if bliss was a sauce, this would be it). As if all that goodness isn’t enough, you can’t pass up the appetizers or desserts. We’ve been told the Arancini -- deep-fried braised pork, beef and risotto balls with Sunday Gravy; and the Budino -- butterscotch custard, Nutella and whipped cream -will change your life. The Peterkin family and the STP staff invite you to come experience a whole new slice of life. Slab Town Pizza is open yearround, hours vary by season, please call (828) 743-0020 or visit slabtownpizza.com for more information.
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Daughter Katie, Chef Wolfgang and Mindy Green.
Wolfgang’s, Two Decades of Divine An exquisite menu and warm personal service are the hallmarks of Wolfgang’s Restaurant and Wine Bistro’s 20 years as a Main Street institution.
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olfgang’s Restaurant and Wine Bistro invites you to experience the culinary mastery of Chef Wolfgang Green, former Executive Chef for the Brennan Family of Commanders Palace. This season Wolfgang’s celebrates their 20th season in Highlands. Chef Wolfgang and his wife Mindy came to Highlands in July of 1994 on vacation and decided that this was where they would make their lifelong dream come true. Wolfgang’s on Main opened that September in the historic Hildegard’s House. Over the years Wolfgang’s has added a romantic garden pavilion, the Bistro, and an outdoor patio off of the Bistro that’s become a local favorite. Chef Wolfgang and Mindy not only have a passionate love for fine cuisine, but they also have a special connection with their customers. Mindy has dedicated her time to making sure that the restaurant operations are running smoothly. “Our customers are the reason we are here,” says Mindy. “They are very important to us and we look forward to their 84 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
return each season.” New Orleans specialties, house-aged steaks, fresh seafood, wienerschnitzel, venison and much more are found on the menu. Wolfgang’s also has a Wine Spectator Award-Winning Wine List not to be missed with over 650 wines including 20 wines available by the glass. “You have to be passionate about something, and I am passionate about giving our customers the best dining experience we can with our staff, service and food quality,” says Chef Wolfgang. “I enjoy getting out of the kitchen in the evenings and speaking to our guests, even for a brief hello.” Help Chef Wolfgang and Mindy celebrate their 20th season in Highlands by making your reservation today. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or just need a dinner out, Wolfgang’s Restaurant and Wine Bistro has something for everyone. For more information on Wolfgang’s visit wolfgangs.net or call (828) 526-3807. Bistro service starts at 4:00 P.M. and dinner service starts at 5:30 P.M.
Grandpop’s is Grand Ice Cream! DINING
by Wiley Sloan As if the Zookeeper’s dessert offerings weren’t enough of a temptation, here’s Grandpop’s with its incredible lineup of soda fountain favorites.
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or the past several years, you’ve looked to the Zookeeper Bistro for its hearty breakfasts and delectable lunches to satisfy your food cravings. Whether you’re a group of hungry guys fresh off a hike or a group of ladies looking for a nice, casual place for a luncheon, the Zookeeper was the spot that fit the bill. Sundays are not the same without a visit to the Zookeeper for Sunday Brunch. Everyone found just what they were craving from the wide array of tasty offerings at the Bistro. John and Tanya are known for their attention to service and their quality products. No meal was ever complete without one of the Bistro’s tasty desserts. Now the Bistro has expanded its offerings with an Ice Cream Parlor named Grandpop’s. People of all ages love an ice cream cone or a tasty sundae on a hot summer afternoon. Choose one or two of the 32 flavors of delectable ice cream to rest atop your
cake or waffle cone. Don’t settle for just plain vanilla, chocolate or strawberry. Go for something more exotic like mango marina, beachy peach or cotton candy. Children love a gigantic banana split featuring their favorite ice cream topped with whipped cream and a cherry or a hot fudge sundae. When the temperatures soar go for the max -- the Polar Vortex version of one of their tasty milk shakes. Sugar-free ice cream, yogurt, sorbet, and sherbet round out the menu. When it’s time for a kid’s birthday party or when you’re having a house full of guests, order your desserts from the Bistro, then grab your favorite ice cream from Grandpop’s. You’ll have your guests singing your praises in no time flat. Grandpop’s is open daily Monday through Thursday 11:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M., Fridays and Saturdays until 9:00 P.M. and on Sundays from 11:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. Call them at (828) 743-7714.
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icolle Kenyon loves people, she adores working in hospitality (having done it her whole life), and she has an artistic, sensorial flair for creating cocktails that are both beautiful and delicious. Put all that together and you have the makings of this month’s Star of the Bar. Nicolle has been tending bar for 10 years. Most of that time was spent in fine restaurants and bars in Orlando, Florida. But for the past two years she has been happily ensconced at Mica’s Restaurant and Pub in Sapphire Valley where her husband, Rob, is restaurant manager. Nicolle says, “I love meeting new people. We have visitors here from all over the world. I have cultivated friendships and relationships with all kinds of interesting folks. In fact, while working in Orlando, Mica’s owner came in. We struck up a conversation. He said he needed to jazz things up a bit and was looking for help. My husband and I discussed it, came up to visit, fell in love with the place, and Voila! Here
we are!” Nicolle’s passion for her work is infectious. It’s no wonder she and her husband were snapped up as new staff on the Mica’s team. And her influence has turned the Pub into a popular gathering place for izing, not to mention enjoying her delicious drinks and cocktails. She says, “I have a passion for using newly-picked fruit, hand-squeezed juices and fresh herbs in my recipes. I love to see people’s faces light up as they taste fresh herb- or fruit-infused drinks. That’s one of the joys of bartending for me.” Nicolle has put together a new seasonal drink list for spring and summer. Come in and try Mica’s signature specials including Nicolle’s own creation, Cucumber Thyme Martini. Visit Nicolle at Mica’s Restaurant and Pub, 4000 U.S. Highway 64 east, Sapphire Valley, North Carolina, 28774, (828) 7435740. You can also visit Mica’s on Facebook to find out the latest restaurant and pub presentations.
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Muddle fresh cucumber and fresh thyme; shake with fresh lime; pour into a martini glass.
The Cucumber Thyme Martini.
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Cooking Up DINING
Fundraisers Contributed by Carolyn Kutt
Breakfast in Paradise! The ladies of the Scaly Mountain Women’s Club are once again offering their legendary Pancake Breakfasts, every fourth Saturday through October. But they’ve got a full calendar of fundraisers planned for the year.
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n June 28, begin your mountain morning with a delicious pancake breakfast at the Scaly Mountain Women’s Club’s Pancake Breakfast. From 7:30 until 10:30 A.M., guests can enjoy pancakes, patty sausage, orange juice and a bottomless cup of coffee for $5.50 for adults, and $3.50 for children. Pancake breakfasts will be held on the fourth Saturday of each month through October at the historic Scaly Mountain Community Center at the corner of NC 106 and Buck Knob Road. In addition to the Pancake Breakfasts, the club will host its annual auction on July 19 at the Scaly Mountain Fire Station. Admission is free and items for auction can be previewed at 6:00 P.M. with the auction beginning at 7:00 P.M. With a large variety of merchandise, this popular auction is one of the highlights of the club’s summer season. Past auctions have featured golf foursomes at some of area’s most prestigious country clubs, a chef-prepared meal for eight in a private home, gift certificates for a spa day, original art work, antique furniture, clothing from some of Highland’s finest shops, decorative items for the home, dinner for two at some of the our finest area restaurants, lovely gift baskets that have contained everything from an assortment of excellent wine to items meant to please the hiking enthusiast, and much more. Come early, enjoy a glass of wine, and view what this year’s exciting auction has to offer. The Chili Challenge is a new event this year and is an open chili cook-off with cash prizes and trophies for the first, second and third cook-off winners, chili tasting, desserts, live music, raffles games and children’s activities. For more information on the Chili Challenge, please contact Loretta Fitt at cbfls@windstream.net. Another very popular event is the Chocolate Fantasy held at the Highland Arts and Craft show in October. The homemade delicious and beautifully presented desserts are fantasy come true for the chocolate lover, so do not miss this opportunity to indulge your sweet tooth. The proceeds from the pancake breakfasts, auction, Chili Challenge and Chocolate Fantasy benefit the club’s Scholarship Program and area human service agencies. Since its inception, the Scholarship Program has provided over $115,000 in scholarships for area students and over $75,000 in donations to area human service agencies. The Scaly Mountain Women’s Clubs welcomes women who would like to join this active service club. For membership information, please contact Susie Goodrow at smgoodrow@gmail.com. thelaurelmagazine.com | June 2014 | 87
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CASHierS AreA reSTAurANTS *On the Side at Cashiers Farmers Market • Crossroads • 828-743-4334 Chez Dupont & The Stone Soup Cafe • 48 Village Walk • 828-743-1960 The Orchard • Highway 107 South • 828-743-7614 Zookeeper • Mountain Laurel Shoppes • 828-743-7711
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tweaked to create your own effective signao what’s the big appeal? Why do secture swing.” ond-home owners flock from all over When it came time to tweak, Jordan the Southeast and beyond to spend gave me some highly effective tips and then long summer days on the golf courses of the showed me a video of me hitting the ball, Highlands-Cashiers Plateau? which was playing on a nearby monitor. The good news is you don’t have to live This made it easy to see why straightening in a golf community to find out. Of more my back leg (the one away from the course) than 15 golf courses on the Plateau, a few during my backswing was bobbing my posare open to the public, including Sky Valley, ture out of alignment and throwing off my High Hampton and Sapphire National. swing. My next time up at the tee, I lobbed You can get a bucket of balls with use of a club or two for around $5, and head out a beauty into the air that landed exactly Contributed by Amanda Sullivan where I was aiming. I decided to end on that to the putting green or driving range to disTravel and Adventure Writer high note and head for the putting green. cover your sweet spot. You can also take a asullivanwriter@yahoo.com Putt-Putt for Grown Ups lesson for as little as $55 per hour (cost varTwitter.com/asullivanwriter My aim is pretty good. So for me, the ies by club). Even one hour of professional instruction can make a surprising improvement in your results, main trick in putting was to get the ball to roll the correct diswhich is when the adrenaline and endorphins kick in and sud- tance to the hole without it zipping past or stopping way short. A cool trick I learned is to start practicing two feet from the denly you get why this sport is so addictive. I spent my hour of instruction with Jordan Kenter, Director of hole and hit a few balls in. Then go out another foot and do the Golf for Old Edwards Club. And we started on the driving range. same, and continue with this progression. Before I tried this, I was whacking the ball past the hole. At Home on the Range My first — and ultimately favorite — bit of advice from Jor- This technique gave me a better feel for it and quickly rewarddan was to get out of my head. ed me with that satisfying “cluk-cluk” of the ball dropping “When you get ready to swing, you’ll have some natural in- into the hole. clinations that feel comfortable for you, whether it’s because From my brief experience, it seems that golf is a lot like life: you’ve played a sport before or just based on the way your body It can be quite enjoyable if you just flow with it, have fun, and is built and moves,” he said. “So start with what feels right. don’t take yourself too seriously. Get comfortable with it. Then we can look at what needs to be 94 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
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Hope for the American Chestnut Contributed by Matthew T. Bradley | matbradl@gmail.com The majestic American chestnut, felled by blight nearly a century ago, continues to send up shoots from the Southern Appalachian forest floor.
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century ago, the forests around Cashiers and Highlands would have been filled with chestnut blossoms this time of year. American chestnut (Castanea dentata) trees made up a quarter of Southern Appalachia’s hardwoods. It’s difficult to imagine the degree to which the species once dominated the area landscape. Individual trees regularly grew to over 100 feet in height, and the largest known example ever documented in the country was measured at over 17 feet in diameter (not circumference, diameter!) in nearby Haywood County. Mountain children gathered chestnuts in the fall to sell for clothes and shoe money, and hogs were let loose to fatten themselves on chestnut mast prior to slaughter. In the early 20th century a devastating condition known as chestnut blight was seen among stands of American chestnut in the Northeast. Chestnut blight was eventually determined to be a fungal infection of the tree’s bark. It does its damage by initially creating a “girdle” of dead bark, a condition that quickly leads to the death of all parts of the tree above that ring. By the 1930s the blight had taken its toll on the American chestnut stands on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. Their niche in the lo-
cal forest ecology began to be filled by a variety of oaks, and area woods slowly began to take on their current look. Because the fungus leads to damage above the point of infection but not below, it does not directly affect the root systems of infected trees. The American chestnut population of the Appalachians still numbers in the hundreds of thousands. This population exists almost exclusively in the form of large stumps and the living root systems anchoring them. The largest of the trees stored so much energy in their root systems prior to the arrival of the fungus that they continue to regularly send up fresh sprouts. At times the sprouts mature enough to begin producing flowers and nuts. They rarely produce more than a couple of season’s worth of crops before the bark of the saplings is re-infected by the blight fungus, which survives otherwise out of sight and out of mind in northern red oak trees without causing any harm to that species. A few large individual American chestnuts do continue to exist, along with a few stands of the tree. The American Chestnut Foundation cooperates with private and public agencies in efforts to ensure the continued existence of the species. thelaurelmagazine.com | June 2014 | 95
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Here Fishy, Fishy VENTURE OUT
Contributed by David Wilkes Highland Hiker highlandhiker.com
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n the previous columns we’ve discussed what fly fishing is and when is the best time to fish. Now it’s time to talk about where to fish. Although there is a small, but growing number of private trout streams that can be
fished for a fee, our discussion will cover only public access streams. There are approximately 3000 miles of public water trout streams within an hour and a half drive of Highlands. The North Carolina Wildlife Commission has designated most of these streams as either native, hatchery supported (stocked), or delayed harvest. Most of the streams in Western North Carolina are native streams. This means that they are open to fishing year round and are never stocked. A few of these streams such as those located in Panthertown Valley still hold significant populations of native brook trout. Others have brown and rainbow trout that were introduced years ago.
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The Cullasaja River between Highlands and Franklin is an example of a hatchery supported or stocked stream. These streams are closed to fishing the month of March to allow stocking to begin and open the first Saturday in April. Stocking continues through July and anglers are allowed to keep seven fish any size per day. These streams are excellent places for those who want to keep fish since they are stocked for that purpose. There are three streams within an hour and a half drive that are designated delayed harvest. This designation means that the river is super stocked with hatchery trout including many large brood fish that have been used for egg production in the hatchery.
These streams are Nantahala River above the rafting section, Tuckaseegee River between Highway 107 and Highway 441 and the East Fork of the French Broad River just outside Rosman. These rivers are designated delayed harvest from October 1 until the first Saturday in June. During this period all fishing must be single hook artificial lures only and all fish must be released. These streams offer excellent opportunities for beginners as well as those who enjoy catching greater number of fish as well as the chance to catch larger fish. All stream locations and designations as well as fishing license and other information is available at www.ncwildlife.org.
Cover Crops for Garden Health VENTURE OUT
Contributed by Lindsey Mann Sustenance Design lindsey @sustenancedesign.net
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over cropping is a foundational practice in organic agriculture of growing seasonal plants, not for sale or consumption, but instead to benefit the soil. We can utilize this wonderful method to manage and im-
prove smaller-scale gardens. Also considered green manure or living mulch, cover crops benefit a garden in a myriad of ways: Prevent wind and water erosion; Suppress weeds; Prevent soil crusting and reduce compaction; Mitigate heat and baking sun; Manage soil moisture levels; Increase organic matter in soil; Fix nitrogen (clovers and legumes); Accumulate trace minerals and nutrients to make them available to other plants. Practiced gardeners understand the importance of protecting soil. Mulching is the most common method of soil protection; cover crops are, in essence, living mulch. They help maintain a sympathetic environment for earthworms and microbes in upper soil layers. By contrast, leaving soil ex-
posed quickly reduces its quality by exposing it to weather extremes. If you’ve noticed garden soil late on a sunny afternoon after a night of rain, the hard crust that formed isn’t a happy environment for living things! On farms, cover crops are often used as part of a rotational planting plan, following crops that demand intensive use of soil, or in a small window between vegetable crops. For a home gardener, they are especially applicable to fallow areas of prepared soil, which will not receive immediate attention. Once the cover crop dies back, if it’s an annual, it is left to decompose, providing mulch in the meantime. If it is perennial or you are ready to recover that area of the garden for other purposes, the cover crop can
be turned into the soil with a shovel or tiller. It’s best to give two weeks before replanting after cutting a cover crop. There are so many creative ways to work with cover crops! They are used in low or no-till growing with great results. Quite a few cover crops provide useful harvest, such as milky oat tops and clover flowers for medicine. As always, experiment and see how they work best in your garden. In the Blue Ridge, cover crops for the warm season include buckwheat, oats, cow peas or soybeans, while various clovers, annual rye or vetch are good cool season choices. Some are definitely self-seeding and will spread! Extension agencies like Clemson or Cornell may be helpful and Johnny’s Seeds offers useful information online.
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Plan Your Ireland Golf Trip VENTURE OUT
Tom’s tours explore the almost transcendent connection between Ireland and golf.
Contributed by Tom Chillemi, PGA Golf Professional Tom’s Golf Tours, info@tomsgolftours.com
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ight golfers and seven non-golfers are joining me this month for a tour of Ireland’s legendary golf courses. I’ve always loved the natural contours of the Emerald Isle’s links and their breathtaking beauty. It’s easy to be
seduced by their pastoral layouts, but their charm belies the depth of their challenges. Like a beautiful woman, they reward their serious suitors and humble those who don’t lavish attention upon them. You can see why I relish the chance to introduce my friends to courses like Waterville, Lahinch, and Tralee. The schedule will go as follows. June 3 – Depart USA for Shannon Airport Ireland June 4 – Arrive Shannon Where we will be picked up by our coach & driver and head to the Malton Hotel, Killarney. Our home for the
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next 6 nights. June 5 – Golf Waterville Golf Club. Ladies sightsee while golf is being played June 6 – Golf Ballubunion Old . Ladies sightsee June 7 – Golf Dooks Golf links. Ladies sightsee June 8 – Golf Old Head Golf Club. Ladies sightsee June 9 – Golf Tralee Golf Club. Ladies sightsee June 10 – Golf Lahinch Golf Club. Ladies sightsee. After golf on to Buratty Castle Hotel where we will enjoy an authentic Medieval Banquet in ancient Bunratty Castle as our farewell dinner.
June 11 – Depart Shannon Airport for USA Included in the trip are 7 nights 4 star lodging, a luxury coach and experienced driver/ guide, 6 rounds of world class links golf, full Irish breakfast daily and much more. I will be happy to help you organize a group for a similar trip. Please contact me for details and questions. You can also visit my website for detailed itineraries and much more information. Tom Chillemi, PGA; Owner – Toms Golf Tours; www. tomsgolftours.com; (706) 982-2357.
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he Ocoee salamander is one of our most common salamanders in our area. They have a round tail and a light line from the eye to the angle of the jaw. Some may have a stripe down the back that can vary in color from yellow to orange, red, or brown. This stripe can be irregular or straight. Others may have spotting or flecking on the back instead of a dorsal stripe and others, especially males, may be dark with little or no patterning.
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he male Prothonotary Warbler has a bright golden head and breast. This is a bird of the Deep South. In North Carolina, it is truly a common bird of Coastal Plain swamps, but is much less numerous farther inland. In our area they are transient in spring, and very rare in fall. In early summer, a few reports at very low elevations, mainly below 2,000 feet, but no indication of nesting; perhaps just late migrants.
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Photo by Ed Boos Courtesy of Highlands Plateau Audubon Society
Cullasaja Falls If you travel even further down US 64 west, three miles past Bust Your Butt Falls you’ll come to breathtaking Cullasaja Falls. Cullasaja Falls is another spectacular waterfall on the powerful Cullasaja River, which winds through its gorge followed by the Mountain Scenic Byway near Highlands NC.This meandering stream, so languid for much of its twisting course, marshals its power for its namesake falls – a majestic cascade lined by ancient cliffs.
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HISTORY
Highlands’ Renaissance Man by Donna Rhodes | Photo courtesy Highlands Historical Society Dr. Upton C. Ewing’s remarkable career was marked by scholarly works, sculptures and landmarks like Highlands’ Town Hall.
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ighlands has had many notable full and part time residents, but one of the most remarkable was Dr. Upton C. Ewing, summer resident of Highlands in the 1940s to the 1960s. He was accomplished in so many fields that personal friend and Nobel Peace Prize recipient Dr. Albert Schweitzer called him the reincarnation of Leonardo da Vinci. Highlands’ Renaissance Man was an architect, theologian, philosopher, religious author, musician, and humanitarian. His love for the Plateau was reflected in his architectural contributions including plans for the original hospital building (now the Crosby Center) in 1947. In 1953-54 he drew up plans for the present Town Hall. He contributed both to the town without charge. In 1950 he drafted plans for the rebuilding of the Highlands Methodist Church, which was dedicated in 1958. Even more impressive was that Dr. Ewing was essentially a self-educated universal man. He was a fifth-grade drop-out. Perhaps school didn’t offer enough challenge. Or maybe money was so dear that he apprenticed as a carpenter’s helper, learning the electrical trade, plumbing, tile setting, cement work, and construction. When his studies in trades, science, and philosophy were 108 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
complete, he called himself Doctor in three impressive fields: Metaphysics, Divinity, and Philosophy. Among his many publications were: “Thresholds of Existence,” a philosophical and metaphysical treatise on the theory of evolution, as well as books on the subject of Christian origins, such as the “Essene Christ,” “The Prophet of the Dead Sea Scrolls,” and “The Martyred Jew.” Oneness was at the core of his philosophical belief: all life was created in one consciousness. All men were sons of God and members of a great universal brotherhood. Therefore, all life in this universal consciousness was sacred and should be revered. He also believed that each individual had the power to become anything he chose if he put forth the effort. Clearly, Ewing walked his talk. His Leonardo artistic link was evidenced in a bronze sculpture he modeled of Albert Schweitzer, casts of which are at Boston University and in Boston Symphony Hall. To learn more about the Plateau’s accomplished residents, read Ran Shaffner’s “Heart of the Blue Ridge, Highlands, North Carolina.” Visit Highlands Historical Society during weekends, June through October, or go online to highlandshistory.com or email highlandshistory@nctv.com.
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Army Training in Sapphire Valley - 1966 Contributed by Rick Stargel | Photos courtesy Sapphire Valley Historical Society
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his story actually starts just a few miles east of Sapphire Valley in 1963 when NASA began operations at the Rosman Satellite Tracking Station – today known as PARI. (A visit to this web site will explain more, www.pari. edu/about_pari/history/) It is believed that in addition to tracking satellites, much more activity and research was conducted back in the Pisgah Forest than was made public. It is believed the Army and NASA used the forest for testing various aircraft as can be attested to by residents here at that time! Given the Army knew of the mountainous terrain, the small and mid-sized lakes, and various valleys in the area, looking back now it is no surprise the Army came here to train! With the first American troops arriving in Vietnam in 1965, the Army needed a place to train for the mountainous areas they would soon encounter in country. The Army requested
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and was given nearly full access to the Sapphire Valley resort for training. Residents of Sapphire Valley welcomed the troops and entertained and fed many of them during their training. Pictured near the old fire tower on Toxaway Mountain, the Sikorsky H34 is seen preparing to lift off. This helicopter was used early in Vietnam and research indicates it may have been the first the Army outfitted with guns – the creation of the first helicopter gun ship. The larger helicopter is thought to be an S-62 or SH-3. It has characteristics of both and may have been under modification testing. It must have been quite a site to see such a large craft landing on Fairfield Lake! The Howerdd Family, owners of Sapphire Valley resort at the time, and the many residents here were honored and proud to serve America up close and personal in this way.
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The Old Ones of 1891
Alfred Zachary’s Home
Contributed by Jane Gibson Nardy, Historian, Cashiers Historical Society
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A letter spotlights the plight of the elderly in Jackson County, circa 1891.
n the December 16, 1891, issue of The Tuckaseigee Democrat newspaper there appeared an unsigned Letter to the Editor, which is worth repeating here. “I want to write a few lines for the benefit of the friends of the old people around Cashiers. We have nine over seventy years old, within three miles of each other. Major Wm. H. Bryson, who was 93 on the 8th of Last October, is the oldest. He is still hearty to eat and can walk about in the house. His general health is good. He is just wearing out – can’t cover himself in bed these cold nights and it is very hard for him to keep warm. “Old Uncle Alfred Zachary is next oldest. He is very nearly worn out, his hearing and mind both nearly gone. He is about 90 years old. [born 1804] “Uncle Andy [Alexander] Zachary is next. He, too, is nearly worn out and can’t walk, on account of some disease in his feet. [erysipelas] He still rides out and keeps cheerful. Aunt Betsy Allison [Elizabeth Zachary], their sister, is next. She is much stouter than last winter. She is visiting in Fairfield at present. “Aunt Sally Hooper is confined to her bed all the time. She is
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staying with her son-in-law, Columbus Long. “Aunt Nancy Hill is still able to knit and supports herself with the help of her friends. I think the county might help the poor old souls a little. She can’t bear the idea of going to the poorhouse. Only think of a poor old woman, over 70, having to support herself! “Old Mrs. Jones is in very poor health. She is the motherin-law of the one-armed mail carrier. He has but one arm, and sixteen in his family depending on him for daily bread. One is a daughter, 18 years old, who has never walked a step. She really needs help of the county. He lost his arm in the defense of our land and he ought to be helped. Good old soldier, I think of him and send him a Christmas present. “Old Mr. and Mrs. Rochester are both over 70. He is failing very fast. He has had his hands and heart full with his afflicted wife over 40 years, yet he never seems tired or careless towards her. “I want to hear from other parts of the county. Who can show more old people in one neighborhood?”
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Old photos, documents and drawings are always on display at The Glenville Area Historical Society June Ice Cream Social, July History Tour and Membership Meetings.
Summer People Contributed by Carol Adams, Founding Member and President, Glenville Area Historical Society The Jenkins family’s lighted home was one of the area’s earliest attractions.
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he A. S. Jenkins family are thought to be one of the area’s earliest “Summer People,” as the locals called them. They first stayed in the Fowler House Inn, the most prominent landmark below the lake in Old Glenville. They had a house before Lake Glenville was built about one-fourth of a mile south of the present Hamburg Baptist Church on US 107. It is believed they first owned their house in the 1920s or early 30s, above Old Glenville. The Jenkinses were from Columbia, South Carolina, where Mr. Jenkins owned a Nash Car Dealership. Many people remember the ‘house on the curve’ with the sign, “HI JENKS.” Florence and Tina were the Jenkins’ children. Some thought one girl was named “Dolly.” The Jenkins came to their house during the summers and Mrs. Jenkins brought her “maid” with her. Interestingly, the Jenkins house was on a small lake that was made larger with the flooding of Lake Glenville. The N.C. Highway 107 causeway now separates the main lake from the earlier lake. Older residents say the smaller lake, on Cedar Creek, may have been built to furnish a “head of water” for a grist mill downstream. It is thought that the original mill owner was Alex Wilson, circa 1836. Harlin Bryson ran the grist mill in 1926. Harlin lived above or where the Jenkins house is located. Fur114 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
ther downstream was Wilburn Taylor’s Store on Old Highway 106 (now under the lake) and Cedar Creek Road intersections. This road closely paralleled Hurricane Creek. According to Bill Fisher, Jenkins had a “shingle mill” for making white pine shingles. These shingles were used for siding on houses and other buildings. The shingle mill may have been in or near the Harlin Bryson Grist mill on Cedar Creek. A photo with Margie Owen shows the Jenkins house partially shingle sided. Gaston Seals, caretaker for the Jenkins, reports they had an electric plant, probably in the 1920’s-30’s. Mr. Jenkins strung lights up and at night people would come from miles around to see the lights. Electricity may have been produced from a water wheel generator or from a “Delco” system. Sandy Robinson Bryson says her mother Ellen Paxton Robinson Bryson walked after school from Old Glenville to visit her grandparents on Bee Tree. Occasionally, Mrs. Jenkins invited Ellen in for tea and cookies as she walked by the house. Sandy remembers the Jenkins having a “Woody” sided station wagon of 1940’s vintage. After the Jenkinses passed on, the family sold the extensive property at auction to several buyers. Today, the Hi-Jenks house can still be seen next to the two lakes on NC 107 just east of new downtown Glenville.
Glenville Area Historical Society 2014 Calendar Saturday, June 21 – Annual Ice Cream Social, Glenville Wesleyan Church, Highway 107, 3-5 PM Saturday, July 19 - Annual GAHS History Tour- Highway 107/Bee Tree/Cedar Creek Area August – Date TBA - Annual Meeting – Historical Speaker October 9-12 - Leaf Festival Participation To contribute, join and to request a membership brochure email glenvillehistoricalsociety@yahoo.com or call GAHS President Carol Adams at (828) 743-1658.
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A Fairy Tale Contributed by Elizabeth Fletcher, I Do Events Photos by Vue Photography
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MOUNTAIN WEDDING Life rarely goes the way we want, but for Kendall and Patrick Schnidler it is truly a fairy tale. Kendall and Patrick both attended the University of Georgia, crossing paths in a geography class and a great friendship was born. After dating seven years, Patrick proposed on a family vacation in Mustique. Kendall knew precisely the exact feel she wanted for her wedding. As a designer, it was important to her that the wedding reflected her personality. The couple had no doubt about where they wanted to get married. They had made many happy memories at Kendall’s parents’ home in Highlands. The picturesque property was complete with a beautiful mountain vista, rhododendron arbor where cocktails could be served, and the sun would set directly behind them the couple during the ceremony. Kendall allowed her mother Dian to handle most of the details and they enlisted the help of Elizabeth Fletcher with I Do Events to help plan their beautiful May event. “Nobody knows Highlands and Atlanta better than Elizabeth,” says Kendall, “so she was responsible for coordinating all the details and heading up the entire team. I really feel so lucky to have had her on board.” Kendall was inundated with work demands and relied heavily on her mother to collaborate with Elizabeth. Not one detail was forgotten and the date was set for May 27, 2012, Memorial Day weekend. The save-the-date announcement set the stage for the event. Guests received old-school view finders that displayed 3D pictures of Patrick and Kendall on the rocks where he proposed, along with details for the wedding.
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The weekend began with a welcome party at Springhouse at Old Edwards Inn. Kendall’s grandparents had a home in Ireland for 25 years, and they were thrilled to find that Old Edwards Inn had an Irishman who personally made authentic Irish coffee for the guests, while two of Kendall’s nieces performed Irish dances. The next day kicked off with a picnic on a private property on Lake Glenville. Guests were transported to the lake in buses and upon arriving were greeted with an array of water sports. Boats were available for skiing and tubing and there was a bluegrass band for entertainment. That evening, the rehearsal dinner was held at The Bascom.
The Coleman /Winingder family had graciously donated the covered bridge to The Bascom and had strong ties to the venue. An Ibiza Food Truck was brought in for the night and Kendall and Patrick each had their own menu, since Kendall is a vegetarian. After the rehearsal dinner, guests attended a Wigged Out Party at Highlands Smokehouse. If you didn’t bring your wig, no worries, there were wigs and mustaches for all. The next day the sun was shining and the temperature was perfect for an outdoor wedding. The ceremony began with a gospel choir from New Orleans, which serenaded the guests while leading the bridal party down the aisle. The bridal party included 10 family bridesmaids, seven flower girls, all of Ken-
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dall’s nieces and nephews, as well as two of her rescue dogs. Vows were exchanged with a dramatic sunset flaring over the mountains. After the ceremony, guests gathered for cocktails and appetizers in the rhododendron arbor. The arbor was draped with hanging candles and over 10,000 white lights by Urban Earth Design Studios from New Orleans, the floral designer chosen
for the wedding. A candlelit path led to a sparkling clear-topped tent for dinner, with custom wood chandeliers and white fabric draping. The evening’s menu featured tomato soup sips with grilled cheese garnish, fried catfish bites with caper berry remoulade, miniature tacos with crispy tuna and jicama slaw, along with stations of tenderloin of beef, lamb chops, sockeye salmon and,
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of course, shrimp and sausage over three-cheese grits. The caterer, Sun In My Belly, also had a connection to New Orleans and created a menu that reflected the cuisine of New Orleans, Kendall’s hometown. Guests were surprised with Café Du Monde coffee and miniature beignets in small brown paper bags as late night snacks. Of course, the beignets were passed by waiters
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wearing the Café Du Monde hats. Kendall and Patrick drove away in an English-made Morgan and guests left on golf carts through the candlelit rhododendron grove. After a honeymoon at the Four Seasons in Thailand, the couple resides in New Orleans, where they have been blessed with a beautiful baby boy.
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HOMES & LIFESTYLES
Grand Location, Beautiful View
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njoy views of Whiteside Mountain as the decade-old trees sway gently in the cool breezes high atop Cowee Ridge (elevation 4,500). You sip a relaxing cup of coffee as morning’s dew shimmers across the expansive lawn. A short golf cart ride leads to the fairways of Wildcat Cliffs Country Club. Oh, so relaxing and invigorating. A level entry via the covered porte cochere provides easy access to the home’s Great Room with its wall of glass that frames the distant mountain vistas. There can be no better place for your family to gather than in front of the tall stone fireplace reaching high into the vaulted ceiling. The open floor plan ensures that you are never far from the action whether you are puttering in the kitchen preparing another gourmet meal or you enjoying nature’s beauty from the broad deck that traverses the length of the house. Gather around the game table to complete that family scrapbook or to show your prowess at a card or board game. Revel in the memories built around the large family dining table as you share the joys of the day. Relax and reinvigorate in the expansive master bedroom suite with its dual closets and large master bath. Snuggle into an easy chair with your favorite book or track the stars from your corner of the deck. You are in charge here; make the best of it. Your guests enjoy their own slice of paradise in two guest 132 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
suites on the other side of the house. Each room provides an ensuite bath and closets galore. Grandchildren will clamor for their own private space on this home’s terrace level. The media room is large enough for a big screen TV and a billiard or ping-pong table plus enough seating to corral your son’s soccer team. The room’s kitchenette means that snacks and beverages are close at hand for every occasion. Exit via the glass doors to the gently-rolling yard and the beauty of nature. The two-car garage provides easy access in inclement weather along with storage. When the sandman calls, mosey on into the huge bedroom with its own private bath. Whether it is filled with bunk beds for the kids or is furnished as a suite for the in-laws, this space just begs to fill your family’s needs. Let your creative skills personalize this home to your family’s style. The two-acre lawn beckons children to play while being surrounded by nature’s beauty. You enjoy the home’s flexibility and easy livability. The convenient location equi-distant between Highlands and Cashiers in a community setting with paved roads and community water simplifies your life with very reasonable HOA dues. All this for less than $600,000-can you ask for more? Good location, ease of maintenance, moderate price, community setting? Your mountain dream home waits. For more information on this home or other area homes contact Tammy Mobley of Highlands NC Realty at (828) 524-5420.
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The Right Con Text HOMES & LIFESTYLES
by Donna Rhodes Revealed At Last! The mysteries of texting make perfect sense with a little bit of background information.
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n a ship headed away from an exploratory mission to Earth . . . “Speculate what part of our Earth texting experiment stimulated my squeelimbs most pleasantly,” Bleele said. “Larval Earthlings texting each other to surreptitiously acquire examination responses?” replied Klemik. “Neep,” said Bleele. “Earthlings texting criminal elements to obtain excessive quantities of prohibited pharmaceuticals?” Klemik said. “Neep,” said Bleele. “Selfies of Miley Cyrus?” replied Klemik. “Hmmmmm…Neep,” said Bleele. “What then? Speak. Can you not see I am full of activity?” said Klemik. “What are you doing?” asked Bleele. “Observe,” said Klemik. “Texting?” asked Bleele, looking over his shoulder.
“I must interact with these life forms to create a statistical data base for the Collobates,” replied Klemik. “Hmmm… “ said Bleele. “So, what?” asked Klemik. “What?” asked Bleele. “The what you asked me,” said Klemik. “What what?” asked Bleele. “I do not know what what. You are the first sayer of what in reference to squeelimb stimulation,” said Klemik. “Ah, now it is brought to mind,” said Bleele. “So what?” yelled Klemik. “I forgot…Kidding!” said Bleele, vibrating and snorfling. Alien laughing is kind of like watching a wind-up toy experience a Heimlich. (Cell phone buzzes. It’s an angry emoticon from Klemik.) “I am of an extremely large apology,” said Bleele, cowering. “If you do not hurry and make your point my noiders
shall wither and we will be coheaving on the tormig,” said Klemik, his eye stems starting to coil. “Neep! Neep! I will share the texting event: An Earth mother was absent seven Earth rotations from her larvae. On return, her larvae offered her soft, sweet food covered in wax fire sticks, and gave her boxed tokens wrapped in colorful dried wood mashings and flat cable strips.” “I am withering, Bleele…” said Klemik, his eye stems now in tight springs. “Neep, let me finish. The larvae tried to engage their mother, telling her many chronicles of their adventures. But her communication device notified her of an incoming text. She was compelled to answer as though the device would detonate if ignored. Her opposable digits were a cosmic blur as she replied, then read the screen,
and replied, and read… on and on. The larvae were abandoned again, their Earth mother within reach, yet untouchable,” said Bleele. “Bleele, this is an incredible report! Our iDevice distribution is successful. Earth larvae are ignored. Earthlings no longer communicate with touching and eye contact. Soon we will implant every communication appliance with our slave programming. Earthlings will be our mindless dogs. The Collobates will reward us with numerous shiny clards. Oh, Bleele, my noiders are filling up again,” said Klemik, his eye stems standing at attention. As Bleele and Klemik speed off to their home planet, electronic mechanisms worldwide are being reconfigured. Bzzzttttt…excuse me, text coming in. I am instructed to tell each of you to turn on your communication devices to receive an urgent message…
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Portfolio Maintenance HOMES & LIFESTYLES
Contributed by Granville Younce Advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors in Highlands at (828) 787-2323.
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ow that summer is in full swing, you’ll probably be enjoying time off at your favorite vacation spot, if you haven’t already. One of the last things that’s likely to be on your mind this time of year is your investment portfolio. But after you get some welldeserved rest, you might want
to take some time to make sure your investments are working harder than ever to meet your financial goals. Review Your Investment Mix. If you’re a long-term investor, you’ve probably been advised countless times to avoid the temptation to tinker with your portfolio as the value of your investments goes up and down. Many experts say your investment expectations should be based on a long-term time frame, so you shouldn’t worry too much about temporary downturns in your portfolio’s value. That’s good advice, but that doesn’t mean you should put your investments on automatic pilot. The stock market’s volatility in recent years could mean that your portfolio has become unbalanced. If your investment plan assets have shifted in value, your portfolio could be exposed to more risk than you want. You may want to reposition some of your as-
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sets to reflect your investment goals, time period to invest and comfort level for risk. Give Your Budget A Midyear Checkup. Now that your annual household budget has been in place for half a year, look at how your spending is matching up with your budgeted amounts. For example, if you budgeted $1,000 for new clothing this year and have spent $800 through July, you have only $200 left for the next six months of the year. That should not only be a warning sign to curtail your shopping sprees but an indicator that you may be in danger of tapping your savings and investments to pay for expenses exceeding your income. Identify Maturing Municipal Bonds. Many municipal bond issues typically mature in June and July. Before deciding how to reinvest your bond proceeds, determine whether your investing timeline,
goals and risk tolerance have changed. If not, you may want to buy more municipal bonds to replace those that have matured. Your need for federally tax-free income, your tax bracket and your investment objectives should serve as your main criteria for determining how municipal bonds fit into your overall investment strategy. Be aware that you may receive a lower interest rate on municipal bonds purchased today. Keep in mind municipal bond income payments may be subject to local taxes, state taxes and/or the alternative minimum tax. Give yourself some time to relax this summer. But don’t take an extended vacation from monitoring your investment portfolio and investment plan. In the long run, you’ll rest easier knowing that your investment plan is on track to helping make your dreams come true.
The Right Adjustment HOMES & LIFESTYLES
Contributed by Jim Johnson, DC, DACBN & Resa Johnson, DC, DACBN, Cashiers Chiropractic and Acupuncture (828) 743-9070
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atients will ask, should I come for maintenance adjustments? Absolutely! It’s an interesting question, because we all maintain
our golf cart, our automobiles, our homes, and take care of our pets, but when it comes to ourselves, we usually wait until something is not working before we seek the advice of a trained professional. Regular chiropractic adjustments stimulate our nervous system and help to maintain balance in healthy tissue. Have you ever stopped to think about what a miracle you are? A few interesting facts: our feet have 52 bones, accounting for one quarter of all the human body’s bones; we produce enough saliva in our lifetime to fill two swimming pools; our stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve
razorblades; we produce enough heat in thirty minutes to boil a half gallon of water; nerve impulses to and from the brain travel as fast as 170 miles an hour; our body is estimated to have 60,000 miles of blood vessels; by 60, most people have lost half of their taste buds; 300 million cells die in the human body every minute. These are only a few of our bodies’ characteristics. Our nervous system is responsible for making all of these functions work on a regular basis. Your body has the ability to heal itself from anything given the proper care and maintenance. We need and should have regular maintenance adjustments.
Stimulate that nervous system to make it work more efficiently! The premise behind chiropractic is that misalignment in the spine (spinal subluxation) has the potential to decrease neurological capacity, therefore affecting your life’s potential. Spinal subluxations are believed to have emotional, physical, and chemical origins. A doctor of chiropractic is able to identify the subluxation, and reduce it through a specific chiropractic adjustment (manipulation). So it is time prioritize, be proactive and include chiropractic maintenance adjustment in your regular health plan and, of course, regular golf or tennis.
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Dealing With Sciatica HOMES & LIFESTYLES
Contributed by Dr. Sue Aery, Aery Chiropractic & Acupuncture (828) 526-1022
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Oh, it’s just my sciatica.” I hear this so often around town - in a restaurant, on the phone, you name it! “I have sciatica,” spoken like this is normal,
the pain coming and going… as it has perhaps for years. Stop right there! This is not normal and you can certainly do something about it. The term “sciatica” is a general one, used freely to describe some sort of low back pain, usually emanating from the spine or buttock and going down the leg on the same side, sometimes all the way to the foot. Applying the standard definition, sciatica is “pain affecting the back, hip, and outer side of the leg, caused by compression of a spinal nerve root in the lower back, often owing to degeneration of an intervertebral disk.” Another definition
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reads that “The term sciatica describes a symptom rather than a specific disease. Some use it to mean any pain starting in the lower back and going down the leg. Others use the term more specifically to mean a nerve dysfunction caused by compression of one or more lumbar or sacral nerve roots from a spinal disc herniation.” Sometimes sacroiliac pain can either mimic or cause sciatic pain, depending upon the mechanism of compressing the nerve and abnormal movement of the pelvic joints. Certain spinal restrictions can also cause sciatic pain. No matter the definition or whether the pain begins in
the spinal disc or some other compression point, all sciatica is treatable and mostly preventable with the proper diagnosis and approach to treatment. When left for too long without any treatment, sciatic pain can result in motor weakness of one or several muscles. The longer this is left alone the more nerve damage can occur and the longer it will take to recover. Whatever you do, don’t pass “sciatica” off as something normal or something that just comes on with age. Call your chiropractor, acupuncturist or other medical professional and take care of the situation sooner rather than later!
Introducing, NAMI! HOMES & LIFESTYLES
Contributed by Donita Cline The local chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness serves as a beacon of hope for those facing life challenges in Western North Carolina.
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AMI Appalachian South is the local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. NAMI Appalachian South is based in Franklin, covering Macon County and the six surrounding counties. Support, education, and advocacy on behalf of persons with mental illnesses are the things that NAMI is dedicated to. NAMI members include individuals with mental illness, family and friends, mental health professionals, policy makers, and others who want to help. “Promote recovery and optimize the quality of life for those affected by mental illness” is NAMI’s mission. Half of all lifetime cases of mental illness begin around age 14, and three quarters by age 24. Despite effective treatments, there are long delays – sometimes decades-between first onset of symptoms and when people seek and receive treatment. In the U.S., the annual indirect cost of mental illness is estimated to be $79 billion. Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S., and
the third leading cause of death for ages 10 through 14 years. NAMI Appalachian South is offering some exciting programs this year including Family 2 Family, which helps family members overcome the difficulties of dealing with mental illness in a family member; Peer 2 Peer, which teaches about mental illness and coping skills for individuals with mental illness; and Parents and Teachers as Allies, which teaches about the early onset warning signs of mental illness in children. All of these programs are free. NAMI Appalachian South is supported by memberships, grants, and gifts. NAMI Appalachian South holds a weekly support group meeting for families and friends of loved ones that struggle with mental illnesses and individuals dealing with mental illness and/or addiction. NAMI has a variety of information on mental illnesses and local resource information. Feel free to stop by our meetings, every Thursday at 6:45 to 8:15 P.M. at 14 West Palmer Street in Franklin. You can also call at (828) 526-9510 or (828) 507-8789; email DCwithNAMI@yahoo.com; or visit nami-maconnc.org.
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The Four Most Costly Words for Investors HOMES & LIFESTYLES
Contributed by Mark Northrop Kingdom Legacy Fund (828) 743-3000
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t’s different this time. Oh really? The market is never going to pullback? Everyone knows it will, the question is how much? Or how about the question you are playing ostrich with…how much will you lose, when the pullback comes? When looking at the chart on the opposite page, there is an old phrase of “instead of
yellin’, you should be sellin’; instead of cryin’, you should be buyin.’” In either case, your first instinct driven by emotion is actually wrong. Celebration is for cheerleaders and birthdays. If you feel that euphoria or depression, chances are other investors feel the same way. Which means it is time to do the opposite of your emotions. As the market hits all time highs, there are two things that need to happen for the market to continue going higher. GDP has to go up over 3 percent at a minimum. And revenue (not earnings that can be financially engineered) has to increase. The problem is revenue cannot go up if GDP is 0.1 percent, as it was for the first quarter of this year. It is simple…either GDP has to go up or the market has to go down. Let me give you two other reasons why the market is going to pull back. (You can
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see my Top Ten Reasons on our website). Here are my top two: The Russell 2000 recently hit correction territory being down 10 percent from its March high. Since 2000 there have been 36 corrections in the Russell of 10% or more. The average was down 15 percent. In EVERY instance (35 so far) the S&P 500 declined about 10 percent. The S&P just made a new high, so a 10% correction would equal a big decline from here. You have to go back more than a decade to find a similar divergence. 35 in a row. Is number 36 going to be different this time? You know the market has topped when retail investors go all in. Several large brokerage firms reported record breaking trading volume recently, while their client’s cash as a percentage of assets fell to the lowest level since September 2007 just before the last market crash. And, mar-
gin debt hit a new record high according to the New York Stock Exchange. The only two times close to this was March 2000 before the “tech bubble” exploded and July 2007 three months before the last market high prior to our most recent market crash. Why is it different this time? The definition of insanity is continuing to do the same thing and expecting different results. History repeats itself; markets are cyclical. It is not different this time. Everybody can make money when the market is going up. How do you protect yourself in a correction? Put part of your money with a professional money manager who can show you how to “earn on the turn.” We would be happy to show you how to make money when the market goes down -- -we’ve been doing just that for more than 14 years. It’s your money. You decide.
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GIVING BACK
Heaven Has Another Angel Contributed by Sue Blair, Carpe Diem Farms Executive Director
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Sweet Miracle’s life was a gift to everyone he encountered.
arpe Diem Farms has sadly added another angel to heaven. Our incredible Miracle lay down, went to sleep and died. Each creature that has graced my life has held a special place in my heart. Miracle was, without a doubt, the most remarkable. Born blind and deaf, I adopted him at 10 months old. He arrived from Alabama, full of life, awkward and most loveable. Miracle’s infirmities never impaired him. He loved life with every fiber of his being, greeted all he met with joyful enthusiasm, asked for what he wanted and showed his love and appreciation with sweet gentle kisses. He risked life every day as he, on a leash, led us on long walks around the farm. His keen sense of the energy field around him kept him from running into things, he navigated stairs with careful abandon. He ran with his head held high, dragging 144 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
me behind! Like “Tuesday’s With Morrie,” Miracle had an enormous wealth of lessons to share and teach. In his life of joy at every waking moment and his death without warning, he simply lived one moment at a time, took his last breath and was no more. This is It, today, this moment in life is not a dress rehearsal! More Miracle Man Lessons: Stop more often to appreciate all there is… people, animals, birds; the place; Say thank you for the gift of life, this breath; The trees, flowers, water…see it all, hear it all. Miracle could not and yet he “found” everyone who entered his space and shared his joy and gratitude…may I remember those gifts, those lessons, every day when I awaken and while I still have breath. You were an amazing spirit in a little body, thank you my Miracle Man for sharing these 11 years with me. I will love you always.
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Explore, Learn and Celebrate
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Contributed by Sarah Pursel, Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust
ap into your passion for adventure, love of learning, and celebratory spirit - join HCLT for our upcoming eco tours, nature talks, and “Sunsetennial” events. For those seeking adventure, an eco tour may be just what you are looking for. Just in time to beat the heat of summer, join us on the river for a joint canoe trip with Land Trust for the Little Tennessee. Learn more about how we are preserving what you love most about Cashiers with a hike to Lonesome Valley and Laurel Knob on the Box canyon Tour September 11th. And things just wouldn’t be the same without HCLT’s popular Elk Excursion to Cataloochee Valley October 9th. For those with a quest for knowledge, join HCLT and The Village Green for our Village Nature Series speaker events, on the last Tuesday of each month from May through September at 5:30 P.M. Topics include fears of the wild, edible wild plants,
Cherokee heritage, wolves, and animal tracking. And for those who are inspired by a sense of celebration, you may enjoy our Sunsetennial festivities in celebration of HCLT’s 100 year anniversary of protecting Ravenel Park, home to Sunset and Sunrise Rocks in Highlands. For creative individuals, there are several classes offered by the Bascom in honor of the Sunsetennial, including photography classes and a “Sip and Stroke” at Sunset Rock. If you enjoy telling stories and drinking good beer, join the Highlands’ Writers Group for a Sunsetennial Story Swap at the Ugly Dog on August 12th. This year, HCLT’s has an exciting events line-up with something for everybody. We hope you will join us! Check out our complete events calendar at: www.hicashlt.org. If you are not a member already, consider joining online or call (828) 526-1111 to learn more. Together we are saving mountains.
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Life Outside The Box GIVING BACK
Contributed by Kathy Bub, President, Forever Farms
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The Friends for Life Forever Farm is an oasis of gentle care for animals in need of love.
r in this case, the cage, pen or stall. The Friends for Life Forever Farm is a lifelong sanctuary for senior and special needs animals. Dogs, cats and horses come to us because they have been abandoned, lost their way (strayed) or their owners are no longer to able to care for them. The majority of our residents will live out their lives at the Forever Farm. We strive to make their lives as comfortable, healthy and happy as possible. Some of our cats stay in small rooms or cages only because they are blind, or have no desire to be around other cats. Most, however, are free to move around, mingle, or even play with the others within their buildings. All of the dogs live in a type of dormitory environment. Those who socialize well share rooms or cottages. Others have private rooms. They all have almost constant access to the outdoors,
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and get to take turns out in our large exercise areas. The horses also have individual stalls whose doors are closed only during feeding time, to allow for their special diets. Otherwise, they have constant access to pasture. This is one way we strive to provide a high quality of life for our very special residents. You can help us with our mission in several ways. Volunteers at the Forever Farm help to provide the special attention our animals crave. Donated supplies help reduce our operating expenses. Donation of goods for resale to our Friends for Life Treasure Shop in Brevard help cover our veterinary expenses. The donation of tax deductible funds insure the continued operation of the Forever Farm. Visit our website to see our Wish List of supplies, or to make an online donation. Our mailing address is P.O. Box 340, Sapphire, NC 28774. Call (828) 508-2460 for information.
GIVING BACK “Just this close:” Rotarians Cynthia Dendy and Rick Reid
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Thanks to a decades-long commitment, Rotary International is making the world polio-free.
otary is “this close” to eradicating polio from the world. Rotary International, the parent organization of both Rotary clubs in Highlands: Highlands Rotary and Mountain Top Rotary, is the key private partner in a global polio eradication effort. Through Rotary’s project– PolioPlus, begun in 1985-- Rotarians have contributed over $850 million and hundreds of thousands of volunteer-hours leading to the inoculation of more than two billion of the world’s children. Inspired by Rotary’s commitment, the World Health Organization passed a resolution in 1988 to eradicate polio by 2000. While that has not occurred, the Western Hemisphere was declared polio free in 1994, and 37 Western Pacific countries along with Europe were declared polio free in 2000
and 2004 respectively. Rotary is the leading private partner in the coalition to eliminate polio composed of the World Health Organization, UNICEF and the U S Centers for Disease Control. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has joined the program with substantial challenge grants to support the immunization campaigns in developing countries. With all of the public and private support, polio is systematically being eliminated. In 2009 half of the world’s polio cases were in India. Last month it was declared polio-free. Today the disease remains endemic in only three countries: Afghanistan, Nigeria and Pakistan. However, the disease is highly contagious and must be eliminated completely to avoid its spreading to neighboring countries and beyond . Rotary is on the job!
Find The Butterfly and Win!
We’ve hidden our iconic Swallowtail Butterfly somewhere in the pages of this Laurel.
Be the first to log onto thelaurelmagazine.com Click on the Swallowtail type in the page number where the butterfly lies (not including cover) and win a $50 Gift Certificate to Highlands Smokehouse! Congratulations to Mary Beth Buck, the May Edition Winner of a $50 Gift Certificate to Highlands Smokehouse!
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Be a Big to a Little GIVING BACK
Contributed by Debbie Lassiter, Big Brothers Big Sisters Big Brothers Big Sisters relies upon Highlands and Cashiers and a small army of volunteers to brighten the lives of local children.
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he Big Brothers Big Sisters program asks adults in the community to befriend a child with the primary goal to have fun while doing it. How could anyone not say “yes” to that request?! BBBS focuses on making each child feel special by matching him or her to an adult who will spend one-on-one time building a friendship through fun activities. The activities are designed to encourage a child to try something new, learn more, explore ideas, gain confidence. At the BBBS Second Annual Fishing Tournament, “Bigs” and “Littles” alike had a blast. Winners of the event were kids that displayed the best sportsmanship and perseverance. Everyone enjoyed the pizza party picnic, too. Thank you to Highlands’ own “The Pizza Place” for their support. Besides the one-on-one mentoring, it’s fun to get together periodically to strengthen the camaraderie between everyone involved in BBBS. Thanks also go to our Highlands mayor, Patrick Taylor, who planned the initial event last year and carried
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on the tradition this year. Mayor Taylor is a huge supporter of BBBS as a mentor and advisory council member. In June, BBBS is inviting folks to support its mission. For the Highlands branch, this is the first time to reach out to community members through a mailout campaign. For Cashiers, its second year of operation has been very successful and donations will aid in continuing to grow the program. Both branches desire to start an “Enrichment Fund” to assist BBBS kids in attending camps and other enrichment opportunities. For the first time this year, two Highlands children will be attending a week-long summer camp with aid from the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation. Hopes are to be able to offer similar opportunities to more children. Fun times abound for the children and their mentors. If you would like the experience of making a positive difference in the life of a child, contact BBBS Program Coordinator Debbie Lassiter at (828) 526-4044 or highlands@bbbswnc.org, or cashiers@ bbbswnc.org.
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The Literacy Lineup, 2014 GIVING BACK
Contributed by Tonya Hensley, Executive Director, Literacy Council of Highlands
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School may be out, but the Literacy Council of Highlands slips into high gear.
id you know that private tutors can cost up to $100 per hour? Our volunteer tutors are a diverse group of very well-qualified individuals, who work closely with teachers, parents, and Literacy Council of Highlands staff to make their time with students as productive as possible, all free of charge! From its humble beginnings 22 years ago, the Literacy Council of Highlands has evolved into a multi-service organization offering GED classes, English as a second language (ESL) classes, individual tutoring in all subjects for kindergarteners through adults, adult literacy, ESL study hall, after-school enrichment, kindergarten remediation, primary ESL class, Dolly Parton Imagination Library, Mobilizing Literacy, and children’s book giveaways throughout the year. We also distribute National Geographic Explorer magazines to Highlands School k-2nd grade classrooms. Our children’s programs are designed to meet the NC Common Core Standards, paralleling what is being taught at Highlands School and throughout the state. Once again, we are the proud benefactor of the Highlands Motoring Festival’s annual car show and related events. We will work closely with the folks from the HMF to put on an exciting
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weekend of activities: Thursday, June 5, Highlands Motoring Festival opening night party at The Ugly Dog Pub. 6:00 P.M.; Friday, June 6, Second annual charity cruise 8:00 A.M., BBQ and Bluegrass for Books event at. Gus and Jan Lard’s barn. 6:30 P.M. $75; Saturday, June 7, Highlands Motoring Festival at Highlands Rec Park. 10:00 A.M., SweetTreats Buffet, 5:30 P.M. $30; “American Graffiti” film at Highlands Playhouse, 7:00 P.M. $5; Sunday, June 8, Fourth Annual Road Rally and Brunch, 9:00 A.M. Other LCH events to include on your calendar for this summer include: Thursday, July 10, Literacy Bingo at Highlands Community Building, 7:00 P.M.; Wednesday, August 27, Dine Out for Literacy at Lakeside Restaurant, (828) 526-9419; Saturday, August 30, Randall Atcheson performance at Highlands Playhouse, Champagne reception at 3:00-4:00 P.M., Concert at 4:00-6:00 P.M. $50; and Sunday, August 31, Patron’s Party For more information, visit us at our offices located in the Peggy Crosby Center, suites 217-221, visit our website at highlandsliteracy.com, or call (828) 526-0863
A Very Successful Fishing Tournament GIVING BACK
Contributed by Hillary Wilkes
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Highlands’ Annual Three River Fly Fishing Tournament, held May 2-3, drew 28 anglers who landed 343 fish.
he non-guided team winners were The Dead Drifters (Owen Schultz and Adams Hatcher), with 59 fish totaling 631.5 inches caught. Guided team winners were The Reel Hoppers (Joan Cabe and her son Geoff Cabe), with 54 fish totaling 537 inches caught. The biggest trout was caught by Lon Hamby, who snagged a monster 22-inch Rainbow Trout. His victory is even more impressive when you consider that this tournament represents only his second time trout fishing. Conversely, Ryan Perry took home the smallest trout, a 4.5inch Rainbow. Robin Philips won Ugliest Fish honors for her Rainbow Trout with no tail. Not surprisingly, Ms. Philips and her teammate Lee Lyons (Girls with Rods) took home honors for the Best Fish Story of the Weekend. Participants had plenty of opportunity to sharpen their skills before they were turned lose on local streams. A trio of workshops were staged May 1 at Harris Lake: A La-
dies’ Casting Clinic with Joan Cabe, widow of local fishing legend Jack Cabe and an accomplished fisherwoman in her own right; an Open Casting Clinic with local guides; and One on One Coaching for tournament participants with the North Carolina Fly Fishing Team. The fly fishing wizards at The Highland Hiker offered an equipment tune-up and expert advice and members of the NC Fly Fishing Team staged a casting competition at Pine Street Park. From Highlands, the fishing boundary had a northern boundary of US Hwy. 74, a western boundary of the rafting and delayed harvest sections of the Nantahala River, a southern boundary of the Hwy. 28 bridge on the Chattooga River, and an eastern boundary of the Davidson River and the East Fork of the French Broad River. In addition to gorgeous fish (with the exception of Ms. Philips’ unfortunate tailless Rainbow) the two-day fishing tournament netted something equally remarkable -- over $7500 for the Town of Highlands Scholarship Fund.
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Records Set at Tour de Cashiers GIVING BACK
Contributed by Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce Tour de Cashiers 2014 draws a record number of riders and an unprecedented level of community support.
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iders in the 22nd Annual Tour de Cashiers Mountain Cycling Experience zipped through the Crossroads Saturday, May 3, under vibrant blue skies and a large American flag flown overhead by the Cashiers Glenville Volunteer Fire Department. Two hundred sixty nine cyclists from 16 states and Canada pedaled in crisp temperatures and took the mountain elevation challenges of the Tour’s three routes of 25 to 100 miles long. Event founder Clark Moore, 92, proclaimed the 2014 ride to be a new record in participation. Moore started the Tour 22 years ago in front of the Cashiers Chamber of Commerce and it has grown dramatically in length and popularity since. A new official cycling jersey, sporting a new Tour logo and the Jackson County Tourism Development Authority’s “Play On” brand, was available for the first time. “The Tour has become known as one of, if not the, most beautiful rides in the country and definitely one of the hardest, which gives it an elite status,” said Tim O’Brien, Board President of the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce. “We received rave reviews about the Cashiers community’s warm
hospitality and stunning scenery.” Members of the Western Carolina University cycle club in Catamount jerseys hit the road alongside many other out-oftown teams including the “Drafting Turtles,” an enthusiastic group of 25 riders from CNN Atlanta. Volunteer leadership was provided by Diane Stumm for registration; Jack Talmadge of Summit Charter School for rest stops; Dick Zacher and Robert Henderson, assisted by Pat Nardy, for Support & Gear assistance; Matt Kowal for a hearty post-ride meal courtesy of The Gamekeeper’s Tavern and Buck’s Coffee Café;and Adam Poroslay, of Sapphire Mountain Brewing Company for cold beers to celebrate success. Riders returned to The Village Green Commons for complimentary massages offered by Pentimento Spa and Imagine 107 and enjoyed winding down over a hearty gourmet meal and music at the open pavilion. Forty business and individual sponsors provided financial and in-kind donations for the Tour, the proceeds of which support economic and community development efforts of the Chamber in the Cashiers Area. The Tour de Cashiers is held on the first Saturday of May.
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Look
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What’s New by Wiley Sloan
Jan and Bob Lemons’ The Look offers fashions and gifts that make life in the mountains so much sweeter.
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fter two years in a smaller space in Cashiers, owners Jan and Bob Lemons have moved their Boutique to a twostory cottage just north of the Cashiers Crossroads. Behind the white picket fence across from Zoller Hardware, The Look is filled with a wide array of eye-catching tops, tunics and jackets. Add coordinating slacks, plus scarves, jewelry and handbags and you will be ready for any occasion. Everyone enjoys clothing that offers versatility and ease of care while providing slimming, “long over lean” profile. Owner Jan Lemons has an artist’s eye and will help you accentuate your best features. Young or old, lean or tall or vertically challenged, you will leave The Look with clothes that make you feel beautiful every day. From lines like Lior of Paris and Weavz, you will be comfortable, yet strikingly turned out. Fabrics are chosen with ease of care in mind. Enjoy the “no-iron, dip & drip” fashions that simplify your life. Accentuate your look with that special necklace or bracelet; throw in a scarf and the perfect colorful handbag. You are now ready for a leisurely lunch or that favorite garden party or a Board meeting in the city. Quality at reasonable prices means you’ll have more fun shopping at The Look! The Look’s gift lines make it easy for you to find that perfect remembrance for any occasion. Something for a friend and something for you. Lotions, readers, and so much more. Tell your man to stop in and let Jan and Bob help him find a gift that will get him rave reviews (gift wrap is always included). The Lemons are excited about their new line of summer gauzy linen -- a crisp, fresh look perfect for the mountains or the beach. Friday afternoon Happy Hour makes shopping a special treat. Call them at (828) 200-9572 or go to thelookcashiers.com for more information.
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The Corner Store BUSINESS
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he Corner Store at 44 Village ments that Natalia has assembled. Walk in Cashiers (behind Wells It also fun to visit with a friend or a Fargo Bank) is something of a child, since the store invites giggles. local institution. The “reader” sunglasses are so With its wide array of eco-friendly stylish that you’ll want a pair or two, toys and games designed to spark even if you don’t need the magnifiyoung imaginations, it’s a certain cation. When you have been lookdestination for bright youngsters ing for pill boxes, credit card cases (and the people who love them). to protect cards from theft, small They also have new lines this seatape measures or a small lady’s son, Janod and Gund. Need somehammer, come to The Corner Store. thing from “Frozen?” They has it! Youngsters are mesmerized by But it’d be a mistake to believe the “green” toys made from rethat The Corner Store is simply a cycled resources. Large wooden Natalia Tretiakov toy store. school buses, dump trucks, and tea There are Cow Baby Designs locally made by Shelly Boswell, sets share the shelves with puzzles from Melissa and Doug, plus greeting cards, jewelry, baby clothing, and “reader” sunglasses, old-fashioned wooden toys like a Jacob’s ladder, marbles, domiplus more. In fact, the store is jammed with unexpected delights noes and more. and one-of-kind treasures that demand a careful browse. This kaWhen little girls are looking for costumes for dress up, the leidoscopic collection is what prompted new owner Natalia Tre- Corner Store has just what they want. Finger paints, markers, tiakov to jump at the chance to buy this cherished Cashiers shop. stuffed animals, children’s books, Legos and puzzles will enter“My family and I moved to Cashiers Area eight years ago and tain kids for hours. frequented the Corner Store often,” she explains. “My dream You’ll love the Northern Lights candles. And Natalia offers has always been to own a toy store so when I learned that the gift wrapping, Cashiers landmark toy store was for sale I jumped on the oppor“We are grateful for the warm welcome we’ve received – tunity to own a piece of history. My husband and I have lovingly it’s fun getting to know our customers, whether they’re yearremodeled the location and selected toys I’m positive all children rounders or strictly summer residents, or even just travelers will love!” Natalia’s three children attend Summit Charter, and passing through,” says Natalia. have plenty of input on what they like best. The Corner Store is open Monday through SaturIf you’re a first-timer to The Corner Store, Cashiers only toy day from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. For more information, store, allow yourself plenty of time to discover all the dazzle- call (828) 743-6267.
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Cashiers Emporium BUSINESS
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to keep skin looking young, healthy he charming village of Cashiers and vibrant. Scented diffusers and soy has so much to offer. It’s not wax candles make a perfect gift, as the surprising that Cashiers has recipient will enjoy beautiful and calmthe only “mini” department store in ing effects of the essential oils and the area - Cashiers Emporium. natural fragrances. Cashiers Emporium is a one-stop At Cashiers Emporium, you will find destination for all your home and the perfect gift for the perfect hostess, travel needs. You will find a wide asincluding wine accessories, gifts of the sortment of exclusive sheets in thread “South”, picture frames and Habershcounts from 350 to 600, all 100% cotam scented wax pottery. ton, and available in a variety of colors. Cashiers Emporium specializes in Our designer bedding offers complete Owner Olena Luchina all your travel needs, including twelve ensembles with matching shams, throw pillows, dust ruffles, window treatments and coordinating major brands and styles of luggage. Briggs and Riley, Ricardo of solid color Matelasses. Made of 100% quilted cotton, comforters Beverly Hills, Clemco, Monaco, Parisian, and Riviera Design by Jump are luxury oversized and machine washable. For your dining table, will make packing and travel effortless. Whether you travel for busiCashiers Emporium offers quilted washable placemats, runners and ness or pleasure, prefer hard side polycarbonate, twill nylon with leather trim, codura nylon, or our unique ultra suede; our fabrics and napkins in exciting prints and vibrant colors. Looking for a perfect pillow or light weight comforter? Cashiers colors can certainly meet all your travel needs. All of our luggage is Emporium’s wide selection includes white goose down and feather designed in America and France, using the highest quality materipillows designed for your ultimate comfort. Natural and alternative als and workmanship, and offers a lifetime warrantee. Knowledgedown comforters and pillows promise that your nights and morn- able staff at Cashiers Emporium will happily assist you in picking out the right carry-on size for domestic and overseas flights, as well as ings in the mountains are cozy and comfortable. You will also find aromatherapy skin care, candles and diffusers. processing all the necessary warrantee information. No matter your Gentle natural based bath and skin formulas are prepared with black destination, our lightweight rolling luggage will make sure you arhoney and coconut extracts, as well as other powerful antioxidants rive there in modern luxury and style.
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You’re Bound to Love It! BUSINESS
by Donna Rhodes Even though it has a gorgeous new space, Bounds Cave’s Rug Gallery’s hallmark remains honesty and an encyclopedic knowledge of their hand-knotted treasures.
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“The rug world is changing rapidly and that’s fter doing business for 15 years in the Cawhy Bounds Cave’s Rug Gallery is a homeownshiers/Highlands area, Bound Cave’s Rugs er’s and designer’s best friend,” says Brown. Gallery has moved. “We will help you plan and find the perfect floor Owners Judy Brown and Mark Petrancosta covering solution for your beautiful home.” are thrilled to invite everyone to their beautiBounds Cave’s Rug Gallery’s expanded seful new store with a brand new name -- Bounds lection has something for everyone from Cave’s Rug Gallery, located on 107 South the high-quality-affordable to the exclusive in Cashiers. high-end collectible. Bounds Cave’s Rug Gallery is a magical grot“Machine produced rugs purchased in retail to of stunning hand-loomed and hand-knotted outlets might last a few years,” Brown says. rugs and carpets, every one an individual work “With reasonable care, our beautiful handcraftof floor art. Bounds Cave’s Rug Gallery has exed rugs will last indefinitely. You might pay a litpanded into a bigger, brighter, bolder showcase tle more initially, but you are saving hundreds of of handmade rugs from antique to traditional dollars in replacement costs over time.” to contemporary. So please visit the new Bounds Cave’s Rug “It’s all about variety and keeping current Judy Brown and Gallery and see why they’re so passionate while providing our loyal customers a wide selecMark Petrancosta about their exceptional hand-crafted inventory tion of high-quality products that will endure,” and about serving their customers with the best knowledge Brown says. In the off-season, Brown and Petrancosta travel extensively and service in the rug world. Call them at (828) 743-5493 for searching for the finest designs and most desirable acquisitions more information or stop by their new location, 763 US. 107 for their exceptional Cashiers inventory. South in Cashiers.
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Hampton Relics, the Way We Were BUSINESS
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by Donna Rhodes
Riding on that success, a year later ave you ever wondered how they opened their second establishpeople gather all those cool ment, Hampton Relics in the High period pieces and collectibles Hampton’s old caddy shack. There to decorate their cabin, lodge, or is something romantic about the man-cave? Such a collection rep1930s to the fifties. Hotels were palresents decades of treasure huntaces filled with the leisure life icons. ing. But if you are drawn to the Wooden-shaft golf clubs, gut-strung sophisticated leisure of hotel life tennis rackets, selections from from the 1930s, ‘forties, and fifties, Hampton’s old cookware and place your dream transformation might settings, vintage paintings and prints be a lot closer than you think … of sportsmen, hunters, working at Hampton Relics. dogs, and so on, all reflect a simpler, Hampton Relics at the High HampHampton Relics offers up golden memorabilia from the halcyon days of resort life. yet sophisticated lifestyle and can be ton Inn and Country Club in Cashiers purchased at Hampton Relics. was the inspiration of Carl and Cheryl Littlefield says, “This will be a tribute to the tourists at the Littlefield with the encouragement of Becky and Will McKee, Hampton Inn owners. Littlefield says, “My wife and I retired High Hampton. Some folks have been coming for decades, last year. We couldn’t sit still. I knew I wanted to do some- so this will be a magical history tour down Memory Lane.” In thing with my decorating skills and my forty-year storehouse fact, it’s a bit like exploring a museum, only you get to take pieces of your past home with you. of memorabilia and collectibles. The question was what.” So stop by Hampton Relics at the High Hampton in CaWhen things are right, they happen fast. The Littlefields already called Cashiers their second home, so by May, 2013, shiers. Check out their ad in this issue, or call (828) 743-0004 they had opened Mantiques, Genteel Lodge and Cave De- or (352) 467-2181. Visit www.mantiquesnc.com or like them cor, plus Sportsmen’s Collectibles, 88 Marmalade Lane on Facebook: MantiquesNC. Your cabin’s pièce de résistance eagerly awaits. in Cashiers.
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Visualize What Can Be BUSINESS
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by Wiley Sloan
or more than 45 years, Peoffice buildings,” he says. “No ter J. Pioli, ASID, has been job is too small or too large. using the skills that he Whether someone is remodellearned at the prestigious Paring or is building anew makes sons School of Design. He prono difference. Each project vides his clients with beautiful must fit the client and their custom environments in their planned use for the space. homes, offices and businesses. With a remodel, I strive to enGrowing up with a father who sure that the new space blends was a custom furniture maker, flawlessly with the original Peter quickly realized that he structure so that the end result had an innate ability to create. is pleasing and functional.” Before being lured to the Be sure to stop by Peter’s new shop located at the Vilbeautiful mountains of the Calage Square of Sapphire Valley shiers, Sapphire, and Toxaway, (3605 US 64 East, Suite B) diPeter applied his skills in the Peter J. Pioli’s natural talents have been sharpened by a rectly across from the entrance state of Florida where he belifetime of design work. to the Country Club of Sapphire came a Certified Designer by the state. He made his first visit to our area 35 years ago, spending Valley. Peter offers complete design services including custom weekends and vacations here. Finally he made the move and for window treatments, premium antiques and oil paintings, home the past 17 years has worked on a myriad of projects, both large accessories and accents. He can help you “visualize what can and small. be” for the space that you are working on. Let Peter help accentuate the style that is right for you. Call Peter talked enthusiastically as he shared his experience. “Throughout the years I have been involved in design for resi- him at (828) 743-1112 or (828) 507-7257 or e-mail him at pipioli@ dential, commercial, hospitals, doctors offices, restaurants, and frontier.com for more information.
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Shear Sensations BUSINESS
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With a beautiful new space and an enthusiastic staff, Shear Sensations elevates the Salon Experience.
have referred us to all their hear Sensations Salon has friends,” owner Betsy Johnson transformed the Old Comsays. “We all love what we do munity Bank Building at and it shows.” 93 US Highway 64 East, ChestShear Sensations is open nut Square in Cashiers, into a daily Tuesday through Saturvibrant, cheerful setting for the day, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. For ultimate hair salon and day spa. those who work, late appointWomen and men look to talments are available. During the ented hair stylists Betsy Johnson season, appointments are defiand Carla Gates to make them nitely recommended. Walklook their very best. To add to ins are welcome when slots the complete salon experience are available. you may also enjoy a manicure Shear Sensations prides itor pedicure with Amber Luck self on its peaceful, relaxing Hopper or Carla. Courtney Cunningham, Michelle Hott, Betsy Johnson, atmosphere and offers the ulRelax with Courtney CunningCarla Gates and Amber Hooper timate salon experience. Each ham or Michelle Hott for a cusstylist and technician is specifitomized therapeutic massage. Shear Sensations is known as “The Hub of Cashiers” conve- cally trained and will listen to client’s wishes before they begin niently located one block east of the Cashiers Crossroads. Can their transformation. Come to Shear Sensations for a most satisfying salon experience. Call (828) 743-2900 for an appointthere be a better place to relax and reinvigorate? “Our loyal customers rave about the new location and ment or just drop by.
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Lake GLenviLLe
Premier Lakefront estate This private estate is nestled on 65 acres of giant poplars and manicured meadows with over 1700’ of shoreline on Lake Glenville. Tucked just within the spindles, gables, ornamental details and graceful front porches of this Victorian constructed home lie all the modern luxury conveniences that your family craves. The estate comes complete with an outdoor terrace and gazebo for entertaining, guest house, boathouse, caretaker’s house and two barns. Known as “The Crown Jewel of Lake Glenville,” this one-of-a-kind property is the ultimate in lakefront living. MLS# 70288. Offered at $9,750,000.
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LakE GLEnviLLE
PENDING Exclusive Farmhouse Estate Overlooking Lake Glenville If you’re looking for an amazing farm property, but also want to enjoy life on beautiful Lake Glenville, look no further. A spectacular Roger Ward custom farmhouse, built in 2005 on 8 “top of the world” acres looking out across Lake Glenville with spectacular mountain views in a very private setting. Main house offers 3 spacious bedrooms/4.5 baths, work-out room, sound studio, game room for kids and guests to enjoy, and a gourmet kitchen. There’s also a separate guest house with 2 additional bedrooms/1.5 baths, kitchen and living area. Incredible home(s) on incredible land, featuring a 2-bay barn, authentic root cellar, beautiful trees and an apple orchard. All in gated Summer Hill, one of the premier private communities the area has to offer… giving you deeded lake access to Lake Glenville to enjoy the community dock and to have a place to keep your boat. Two separate adjacent properties are available, for added privacy. This unique property is an ideal spot for horses with a large barn already on the property. MLS# 77856. Offered at $1,995,000.
Guest House Cashiers: (828) 743-1999 Highlands: (828) 526-2999
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LakEfront Living
Magnificent Lake Estate Spectacular lakefront estate on two lots was recently built and features all of the luxury amenities that make this the perfect mountain lake home. Great views of the mountains and lake from most rooms. An open floor plan on the main level includes a keeping room and game room. As you pass the two waterfalls heading down to the lower level, a spacious family room, pool table, wet bar, and media area welcome you. This exceptional lake home is priced well below replacement. Exceptional value! MLS# 78337. Offered at $2,799,000.
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Cashiers: (828) 743-1999 Highlands: (828) 526-2999
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Lake GLenviLLe
Bright Mountain Panoramic views everywhere you look! This lovely gated estate lays on more than 7 acres with incomparable views of Lake Glenville and the surrounding mountains. The garage and the studio above it have decks with stunning mountain views too. With 4 bedrooms and the studio, there is plenty of room for family and friends to enjoy this mountain retreat along with you. Kitchen is updated with Wolf gas/oven range, sub Zero refrigerator and Asko dishwasher. This home has subtle elegance. MLS# 77277. Offered at $1,250,000.
Cashiers: (828) 743-1999 Highlands: (828) 526-2999
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Glen Pointe Dreaming of a mountain home with an exceptional lake view and plenty of room for family and friends? If so, this spacious Glen Pointe estate fits the bill. Sitting on almost two acres, with five bedrooms and five and a half baths, this elegant residence features a dramatic view looking down Lake Glenville with the mountains beyond. Enjoy the natural beauty from the large covered decks or relax by one of several fireplaces. 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. Offered at $1,795,000.
Private Waterfront Enclave Great value for lakefront home! This 4 bedroom, 4 bath lakefront home offers privacy and wonderful lake views. A two story great room and dining room with an expansive wall of windows flood the room with natural light. A lower level game room and deck are just steps away from the dock. MLS# 72895. Offered at $995,000. An adjoining lot with an additional 150’ of shoreline for a total of 300’ is also available. The home and lot can be purchased together for $1,295,000 for a total of 1.16 acres. MLS# 72942.
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Summer Hill This beautiful home with year-round mountain views in the prestigious gated community of Summer Hill on Lake Glenville has everything ready for you. Built by one of the area’s finest homebuilders, it’s being offered furnished with a 2006 Bennington pontoon boat thrown in--and even a 6-seat Yamaha golf cart to get back and forth to the lake in. Stepping inside this house will remind you of a Southern Living lake edition on fine homes. The home features two masters on the main level, and two bedrooms upstairs…with a bonus sleeping room over the two car garage. Beautifully furnished, including some antique pieces are included. Beautiful mountain view and the cool mountain breeze at a 3800’ elevation. MLS# 78981. Offered at $889,000.
Lake Glenville Area This 53+ acre farm located in a high valley just west of Lake Glenville. This gentle land is easy to walk or easy to drive. At 4,000 feet elevation, a very unusual setting with streams, 3 ponds and all mostly cleared land. There are approximately 10,000 Christmas trees from 3-10 feet tall. Also has 1/2 acre irrigated Truffiere. There are 250 oak trees and the truffles will be ready to harvest in 3 years. Large 3 bedroom home, large barn/workshop. Many additional home sites with big views to the east and south. Huge garden area, much of the land is flat. Would make a great horse or cattle farm. MLS# 78949. Offered at $2,500,000.
Cashiers: (828) 743-1999 Highlands: (828) 526-2999
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Lake Glenville Area
Lakefront Cabin Wonderful lakefront cabin situated on quiet cove. A-Frame like construction, large covered porch, large party deck near lake. Dock included. Good view of lake. Lakefront living on Lake Glenville with little maintenance. MLS # 75458. Offered at $499,500.
Well-built move in ready 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home just minutes from Lake Glenville and 15 minutes to Cashiers. Open floor plan with a 30 foot high reclaimed wood cathedral ceiling, heart pine wood floors, loft, dual heat pumps and fireplace. Chef friendly kitchen includes NSF certified dishwasher, Dacor dual fuel range/oven, heavy duty disposal, etc. Oversized master suite with walk-in closet, private bath and private deck with 6 person hot tub. Covered porch with a view and additional parking. MLS# 77934. $299,900.
Lake Glenville Area This rustic mountain home overlooks a creek which provides beautiful ambient sounds of rushing water. Vaulted ceilings, a screened porch, 2 car garage, hardwood floors and much more. Just minutes from Lake Glenville boat ramp! MLS# 76954. Offered at $229,000.
Lake Glenville Area
Great location off 107 with close proximity to Lake Glenville and Cashiers. Comfortable home with nice outdoor deck in wooded setting. Open floor plan, stone fireplace. Two bedrooms on main level, spacious bedroom/loft upstairs. Basement would make a great workshop or craft room. Easy access. MLS # 76447. $129,000.
Lake Glenville Land Summer Hill
Summer Hill
Fantastic lake view lot looking north down Lake Glenville all the way to the Balsams and east across the widest part of the lake. This panoramic view can be from an easy build home site. 10 slip common dock, sandy beach, picnic shelter, boat ramp and tennis court all amenities of Summer Hill. MLS# 75420. $305,000.
Located in Summer Hill with extraordinary views of Lake Glenville and mountains. Very level and large building site would allow for gentle circular driveway. Summer Hill is a premier development, gated, with tennis, boat dock, sandy beach, boat ramp and more. MLS# 76561. Offered at $350,000.
With some tree trimming, you’ll enjoy incredible mountain views that look out over Lake Glenville... and you’ll have deeded water access to Lake Glenville with the Summer Hill community boat dock, where you can store your boat. Buy the lot today, and start enjoying all of the amenities of Summer Hill and Lake Glenville, while you build your dream home. MLS# 77892. $250,000.
Summer Hill
Summer Hill
Summer Hill
Great lakefront lot on wide part of Lake Glenville. Driveway started, dock, underground utilities, common areas include tennis, boat ramp, and gazebos. East facing building site. MLS# 75962. $575,000.
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. $325,000.
One of the premier lots in one of the premier gated communities on all of Lake Glenville. Enjoy easy access on paved roads that lead to this incredible home site that features more than 300’ of lake frontage on a large 1.75 acre lot. A private dock is already in place and conveys with the property. Owners have plans for a 5,607 square foot home overlooking the lake, or bring your own architect and start designing your dream
Summer Hill Great lot in Summer Hill, a prestigious private gated enclave of 38 homesites on Lake Glenville.
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home and begin enjoying the wonderful life on Lake Glenville. MLS# 79198. $595,000.
Summer Hill Lot 25 Large lake access lot with great mountain and sunset views. MLS# 73981. $125,000.
Summer Hill Lot 26 Big lake access lot with western exposure. View of mountains and sunsets. MLS# 73982. $125,000.
Summer Hill Lot 27 Very large Lake Glenville access lot. This lot faces west with sunset and mountain views. MLS# 73983. $125,000.
Lake Glenville Exceptional and rare Lake Glenville lakefront property. Situated on a point overlooking the lake with a stacked rock wall along the lake. Very gentle 23+ acres, big mountain and lake views, ponds, stream, barn and more. Estate site or small development. MLS# 75041. Now being offered for $5,000,000.
Charming Lakefront Home
Tater Knob Estates
Lake Glenville lakefront home on very flat property. Faces west for great sunsets. It has all the charm of the original 1950 mountain home with the conveniences of modern remodel and additions. 4 bedrooms and all living areas on one floor with an additional loft bunk room. Great covered porch, huge covered picnic area, dock, and lakeside deck. Wonderful yard for lakeside activities. MLS# 73991. Offered at $629,500.
Move in ready 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom lakefront home with bunk room, stunning long range lake and mountain views. New kitchen and appliances, a/c and furnace. Two masters on the main with private bathrooms. Ipe wood deck with screened sitting area, perfect for outdoor living! Private dock, attached carport, extensive landscaping. Located on the desired east side of the lake with easy year round access. MLS # 77959. Offered at $819,000.
Hogback Lake Newer LAKEFRONT home with wood cathedral ceilings and floors, clerestory windows and open floor plan creating a light, bright cheerful setting perfect for entertaining. Wonderful rocking chair covered back deck offers peaceful lake and mountain views. Lower deck with hot tub; tree house for the grandkids; paved driveway and 2 car garage. Best move-in condition Hogback Lake home on the market! MLS# 75806. Offered at $499,000.
Cashiers: (828) 743-1999 Highlands: (828) 526-2999
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Trillium Refined rustic home trimmed with poplar bark at the pinnacle of Trillium Ridge with mountain and lake views. Great open floor plan with gourmet kitchen featuring granite and stainless appliances. Stone fireplace in both the living room and the outdoor deck. Lower level bonus room perfect for bunk beds, family room, etc. Great home in Trillium which offers a comprehensive amenities package. MLS# 76292. Reduced to $675,000.
Trillium Links Located in Trillium Links with huge views of Lake Glenville and mountains, this Arts & Crafts style home is convenient to the clubhouse and associated amenities. Lots of space indoors and outdoors with a large deck and screened porch on lake side. Large open kitchen, spacious living room with fireplace, vaulted ceilings and more. Lot next door is also available. MLS# 76565. Offered at $795,000.
Trillium Links This beautiful free standing condo is a 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath which has been tastefully upgraded. Upgrades include new appliances in the gourmet kitchen, and a separate dining room as well as an office have been added. The covered decks overlook the 2nd fairway green. The upper deck has its own cozy fireplace. Golf cart included. MLS # 78402. Offered at $595,000.
Trillium Signal Ridge Lodge This spacious golf course home is beautifully furnished and ready to move in to. Spacious wrap around decks on both upper and lower levels overlook the 14th fairway. Included in the price of this home is a golf cart with golf cart garage. Enjoy golf course living with being only minutes to Lake Glenville. MLS# 77472. Offered at $575,000..
Trillium Enjoy indoor/outdoor mountain living the way it’s meant to be, from this newer-constructed rustic home at the top of Trillium Ridge. Inside, you’ll enjoy an open floor plan with up-graded appliances and lots of wood throughout. Outside, choose between a covered screened porch with stone fireplace or the open deck with great mountain views. This home is being offered completely furnished at $575,000.
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Cashiers: (828) 743-1999 Highlands: (828) 526-2999
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Trillium This attractive arts and craft style home is located with easy access to club amenities on all three sections of Trillium. Located on The Ridge side, but close to North Norton giving easy access to the lake amenities, the pro shop, both club houses and the fitness center. Sit on your deck and enjoy the view of the golfers on the 14th fairway cozied up to the outside fireplace on the main level deck. Spacious living and dining area gives you plenty of room for entertaining friends and family. MLS# 79117. Offered at $550,000.
Trillium Links & Lake Club Great location in Trillium Village and within walking distance to the Landings and all of the lake activities. This 6 bedroom home offers an exceptional number of accommodations and makes for a great summer getaway. Enjoy a cozy fire on the outdoor deck of the living room. Vaulted ceilings and lots of windows for natural light. The family room with fireplace and a small kitchen on the lower level offers additional living space. Great home and a must see for those seeking additional bedrooms. MLS# 79110. Offered at $725,000.
Trillium Village This is mountain elegance at its very finest, located in Trillium-a golf and tennis community that offers access to the pristine waters of Lake Glenville. This beautiful 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath custom-built home is an entertainer’s dream, with an elegant kitchen that opens to the family room and both indoor/outdoor dining areas. Inside, you’ll enjoy fine craftsmanship with nothing spared. Master suite on main, with three additional bedrooms and two baths down. Entertain your guests in the theatre room downstairs, or the billiard room upstairs that opens to below. Outside, you’ll find a large wrap-around covered deck to enjoy the tremendous lake and mountain views. All just steps away from the lake. MLS# 79254. First time on the market at $1,495,000.
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Freesia Hill at The Chattooga Club Located in the premier community of Chattooga Club, Freesia Hill is a spacious 5 bedroom cottage style home with views of Chimney Top and Rock Mountains. This comfortable and elegant home features a split floor plan for privacy, a main bedroom with study and fireplace, 4 guest rooms with en-suite baths, and a great porch with fireplace, along with media room, plus generator. MLS# 79014. This spectacular home is now being offered at $1,600,000.
Poplar Cottage at The Chattooga Club This custom built home enjoys wonderful mountain views in this premier gated community located just minutes to the heart of Cashiers. This comfortable four bedroom home enjoys an open kitchen overlooking the great room with stone fireplace and the open deck beyond with outdoor fireplace. The master bedroom and a second bedroom are located on the main level. Two additional guest bedrooms on the upper level and one on the lower level offering plenty of privacy. MLS# 79059. This gracious cottage is now being offered at $1,395,000.
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Silk Purse at Chattooga Club This estate home offers the privacy of a mountain retreat in a tranquil setting with beautiful architectural accents. This comfortable family home features an open floor plan with a stone fireplace in the living room and vaulted ceilings with wood beams. The spacious outdoor deck features its own fireplace and views over the private pond. indoor and outdoor fireplaces. The master bedroom on the main level with his and her bath 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 kitchen and two bedrooms and two baths. This home is handicapped accessible. MLS# 79255. Newly priced at $1,350,000.
Lake Chattooga Home Site Exceptional waterfront lot in the premier gated community of Chattooga Club. This beautiful lot with gentle building site with long view of Lake Chattooga and Whiteside Mountain. Many gorgeous native rhododendrons and mountain laurel along with hardwoods. Build your mountain retreat in this stunning community with world class amenities including restaurant, spa, tennis and croquet lawns. MLS# 79134. Offered at $650,000.
Lake Chattooga Lakefront Lot This beautiful lot with gentle building site. Many gorgeous native rhododendrons and mountain laurel along with hardwoods. Build your mountain retreat in this stunning community with world class amenities. MLS# 79194. Offered at $500,000.
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CEdar Hill
Exclusive Mountain Community Home This premier estate home in prestigious Cedar Hill offers curb appeal, fine finishes, a spacious open floor plan and year round mountain views on a private, gently rolling 3.49 acre lot. Custom built with great attention to detail, this beautiful home features five oversized bedrooms and bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen, whole home surround sound with exterior speakers, double decks, a screened living porch with wood burning fireplace, an attached two-car carport and much more. Cedar Hill is an upscale, gated community offering the best of luxury mountain living in the heart of Cashiers. Full Sapphire Valley Resort amenities are available. MLS# 77279. $1,049,000
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Cedar Hill
Mountain Views, Water, Privacy... Perfect! This spectacular estate home offers views of Big Sheepcliff and three magnificent water features, along with a private hiking trail. Located in the premier community of Cedar Hill, the home has a spacious open floor plan with a beautiful gourmet kitchen with casual dining area open to the screened porch with stone fireplace. The spacious living and dining room enjoy mountain views. Both the lower level family room and theater room on the upper level offer additional space for entertaining. Soaring ceilings with timber accents and luxury appointments make this the perfect mountain retreat. MLS# 73865. Newly priced at $1,195,000.
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Cedar Hill Masterpiece This legacy estate is perched high above the valley with stunning mountain views and using reclaimed lumber and hand hewn beams for that timeless mountain feel. Tranquility welcomes you to the home as you pass the waterfall and koi pond to the front entry. A majestic living room and the open floor plan offers ample space for entertaining or simply unwinding. Master bedroom and two guest suites are all on the main level. A separate guest house features a living room with stone fireplace, kitchen, and private bedroom. MLS# 77137. First time being offered at $2,900,000.
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Spectacular Mountain View Estate Lots Situated between Cashiers and Sapphire Valley, Cedar Hill is an upscale, gated community offering its residents awe-inspiring views and the very best in luxury mountain living. Whether searching for the latest in elegant mountain construction or a very special lot to call your own, Cedar Hill will not disappoint. an easy hike from your backdoor will lead you to the natural splendor of waterfalls set amongst a backdrop of hardwoods. Be one with nature, but enjoy the modern conveniences of underground utilities available to all home sites and a short drive into town.
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Cedar Hill
The Pinnacle of Perfection Nestled in a shady grove of trees, this charming custom built mountain estate bids welcome to all who enter. The interior features a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, butler’s pantry, and wet bar. The great room has a floorto-ceiling stone fireplace, a soaring ceiling with exposed beams and gorgeous wide plank floors. The spacious master bedroom suite is located on the main floor, along with the study. Two stories of decks and an outdoor hearth make it a great place for a party under the stars or just enjoying the view. MLS# 77251. Offered at $1,795,000.
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Mountain Sensation — When Only The Best Will Do Situated high on the Atlanta side of the plateau, surrounded by over 6 acres of lush mountain greenery is the home of your dreams. This impressive log home was built with attention to every detail and appointed with exquisite custom features. High ceilings and large banks of windows allow the light and the enjoyment of gorgeous multi mountain range views in complete privacy and tranquility. The home adjoins the National Forest and blends seamlessly with its outdoor spaces with wrap around covered decks with large stone fireplace to enjoy the cool summer nights and sunset views. Entertaining possibilities are endless with a fabulous epicurean kitchen with professional appliances, a large home theater and beautifully decorated guest suites each with access to the covered decks and views. Guest or family will also enjoy the large gathering room with stone fireplace. MLS# 77581. Offered at $1,895,000.
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Spectacular Whiteside Mountain View Estate Spectacular panoramic views of Whiteside Mountain, this Jim Fox masterpiece on 5+ acres takes your breath away! Beautiful grounds, ponds, wet weather waterfall feeds a large lily pad pond. Lightning protection, whole house humidity control, water filtration system. Privacy, only 10 minutes from Cashiers Crossroads, paved access. Best view in Jackson and Macon counties. MLS# 76395. Offered at $2,295,000.
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Long Range Views This superbly built custom home offers exceptional long range mountain views! It features two master suites — one on the main level with an adjoining office and the other on the lower level with an adjoining bonus room. You’ll find all the bells and whistles in this mountain retreat, including a Runco home theater system, home office, gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar, welcoming family room with cathedral ceilings, beautiful stone fireplace, generous builtins, and a wet bar, plus heart pine floors, a second fireplace on the screened porch, and additional screened and covered deck space for outdoor living and entertaining! MLS# 77327. Offered at $1,190,00.
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Cedar Ridge Farm Locally known as the “Llama Farm,” this home is perched on the top of Little Sheepcliff Mountain just a short drive to Cashiers. Overlooking Sapphire Valley with layered mountain views, this custom built gentleman’s farm has a private pastoral setting at a cool 4,000 ft. elevation! The exterior is reminiscent of Victorian-style architecture with several antique stained glass windows and light fixtures, while the interior boasts a country farm feel. The inviting living room with warm wood floors and beamed cathedral ceiling has a wall of glass to showcase the mountain views. The kitchen features a large breakfast bar island with a gas cooktop & granite countertops. In addition to the 13.27+/- acre home site, detached 2 car carport, barn, pond and fenced pasture - another 5.74+/- acres can also be purchased with this property totaling a little over 19 acres. This is truly a oneof-a kind property and is on the market for the first time! MLS# 77917. Offered at $1,750,000.
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Spring Forest Southern exposure with exceptional 180 degree views. Main house and guest house on over 8 acres of beautiful manicured paths, two ponds, a grotto with waterfalls, privacy and tranquility. Main home has many unique qualities and discerning architectural details. Great large studio and home office. Guest suite has a full kitchen. Gorgeous stone fireplaces, so much more. MLS# 76879. Offered at $799,000.
Cedar Ridge Estates Remodeled home minutes from Cashiers and Sapphire. Gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances open to dining room opening to porches. Stone fireplace in living room with cathedral ceilings is flooded with natural light. Master bedroom with fireplace on main level. Gentle lot/driveway for year round living. Convenient to both Cedar Creek Racquet Club and CCSV; both memberships by invitation only. MLS# 78297. Offered at $785,000.
Holly Berry Estates This 3 BR/3 Bath home overlooks a beautiful creek with a foot bridge to add to its charm. The house has been immaculately maintained and features a desirable kitchen with granite, stainless steel appliances, wine cooler and an open floor plan with a floor to ceiling wood burning fireplace, nice dining area, a first floor master bedroom and a guest bedroom with the lower level accommodating a bedroom/media room, bathroom and a workshop. Easy access, outside of the lower level is the entrance to a studio that can be used as an artists/craft studio overlook the tranquility of the creek below and the gorgeous wooded area. MLS# 79007. Offered at $450,000.
Fox Run Ridge Charming older home on historic property that was the site of the millionaires’ hunting lodge. Spectacular views from over 4,500 foot elevation. Southern exposure. Panoramic views from Whiteside Mountain to the lakes in South Carolina. Private end of the road location. Borders National Forest Panthertown Valley. MLS# 78235. Offered at $695,000.
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Cowee Ridge Stunning 180 degree long-range mountain views, from this recently renovated 4 bedroom, 3 bath home at the very top of the gated Cowee Ridge community. Enjoy peace and privacy from one of the best locations the area has to offer. Cowee Ridge is the exact mid-way point between Highlands and Cashiers. Choose which way to turn, and you’ll either be at the Crossroads in Cashiers or Main Street in Highlands in less than 10 minutes. MLS# 78192. Offered at $799,000.
The Birches Located on the gated grounds of Wildcat Cliffs Country Club, the condominiums at The Birches are the perfect mountain getaway. The Birches is situated in a private wooded area of the club, surrounded by wandering creeks and hidden waterfalls. Condominium features may include elevators, oak hardwood floors, indoor and outdoor stone fireplaces, granite countertops, custom cherry cabinetry, jetted tubs, carports, cathedral ceilings, and screened porches. Wildcat Cliffs Country Club is a private club and membership is by invitation only. MLS# 74752 & 74755. Prices starting at $495,000.
Fabulous Fairway, Mountain and Water Views in Golf Club Estates
This lovely golf course home overlooks the lush Country Club of Sapphire Valley golf course, featuring views of the #1 and #9 fairways and a large stream, with Chimneytop Mountain as the backdrop. The landscaped yard has a cozy fire pit, pond, footbridge and seating — perfect for enjoying the beautiful scenery and sublime weather. Take in the fantastic views from most rooms, including the large covered decks and four season porch. The spacious master bedroom suite features his and hers master baths. A second bedroom is also located on the main level, while the lower level features a family room, kitchenette and game room. Membership to CCSV is by invitation only. MLS# 79240. Offered at $1,250,000.
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club
Wildcat Cliffs Country Club
This is a wonderful cottage with lots of curb appeal. All one level with an easy entrance. With a two car detached garage, a full house generator and a cozy wood burning fireplace, you can live year round. Beautifully landscaped and plenty of paved parking for your guests. Wildcat Cliffs Country Club has a newly updated club house, indoor swimming pool, full fitness center, tennis, golf and croquet. MLS# 77514. Offered at $375,000.
Adorable vacation home with attached portico, and golf cart storage under the house. This is all you need to enjoy your summers! Spacious floor plan that lives large. Enjoy the prestigious golf community of Wildcat Cliffs Country Club and all of the amenities that are available. MLS# 77577. Offered at $349,000.
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Sapphire Valley
nEw listing Stunning Mountain Vistas Enjoy the expansive southern views from this wonderful 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath custom Post and Beam home. Home is equipped with wood floors, stone faced wood burning fireplace, gourmet kitchen, stainless steel appliances, cathedral ceilings, loft, family room with wet bar, bark siding accents, and decks on three levels. This completely furnished home would be a perfect investment property and has a great rental history. MLS# 78797. Offered at $595,000.
This welcoming move-in ready home offers amazing views of Chimneytop Mountain and Sapphire Valley. Spacious kitchen, living and dining areas open to a covered deck - perfect for entertaining family and friends or simply relaxing. The split bedroom plan features three bedrooms on the main level, plus a separate family room, bonus room and deck on the lower level. This lovely mountain home is a great value at this price! MLS# 77386. $559,000.
REDUCED Holly Forest Almost new home located within walking distance of Narrows Waterfall. This move in ready home with vaulted ceilings in the living room and fireplace has all of the mountain finishes, that make it a perfect mountain retreat or year around residence. MLS# 76101. Offered at $449,000.
nEw listing Bald Rock Get a jump on the market and check out this almost new, hardly lived in mountain cabin on top of Bald Rock. Long range mountain views, as well as short ridge views. Timber frame with attractive shingle style hardy plank siding. Open floor plan with breakfast bar, efficient kitchen, living area with pellet stove, cathedral wood ceiling and hickory floors. Master bedroom on main level with walk-in closet and full bath. Lower level boasts 2 bedrooms, full bath and stacked washer/dryer. Enjoy the privacy, views and cool mountain air from this adorable move in condition cabin at 4,000’+ elevation located in the gated community of Bald Rock! Community Equestrian Center, pavillion in sister community of The Divide, and enjoy all the amenities of Sapphire Master Association/Wyndham Resort! MLS# 78663. $475,000.
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Whisper Lake This immaculate home is perfect for vacation or year round living. Lots of curb appeal with Arts & Craft styling. The two car attached garage has an 8’x14’ storage room that could be a workshop; owners are currently using for extra pantry and storage items. Spacious floor plan, floor-toceiling stone fireplace, well-designed kitchen, master bedroom closet system. The view of Hogback Mountain is year round. This home has a fully encapsulated crawl space. MLS# 78710. Shows like a new house! $439,900.
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Sapphire Valley Built with great attention to detail, this welcoming three bedroom, three and a half bath home is the epitome of modern mountain style, with board and batten and poplar siding and stone accents. Designer kitchen features a six-burner gas range with double oven, contrasting cabinetry, oversized island and subway tile backsplash. Relax by the wood-burning fireplace on the spacious screened porch, or retreat to the downstairs family room with an additional wet bar. MLS# 77682. Offered at $629,000.
Bridge Creek Extensive landscaping and stunning curb appeal leads the way to a true mountain home with all the upgrades and craftsmanship expected. Whether sitting by the fire enjoying a glass of wine or walking a rustic trail next to the pristine Norton Creek you will love the charm of Bridge Creek. MLS# 77441. $529,500.
REDUCED Pine Forest 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 around or summer home. Large unfinished basement for additional space. The home is fully Enjoy breathtaking bird’s eye views of the mountains from two stories furnished with some minor exceptions. MLS # 75868. Offered at $549,000. of decks of this 4 bedroom classic mountain home. The home’s interior features warm timber accents, soaring cathedral ceilings, striking stone fireplace in the great room, master on main, spacious loft and 2 bedrooms upstairs and 1 bedroom suite on the lower level. Huge price reduction — originally $1,095,000! MLS# 78069. Offered at $595,000.
Sapphire Valley
Sapphire Valley Magnificent estate setting on more than 5 acres. Incredible southern exposure with views of the mountains and meadow below the open deck. Just a few steps to your own little bridge across a creek for additional tranquility. Spacious rooms, 2 story living room with fireplace, lower level kitchen, workshop; many more features. MLS# 76472. Offered at $594,000.
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Golf Club Estates First time on the market, this golf course front home offers exceptional views of the course and mountains beyond. This remodeled mountain home has great curb appeal and is suitable for year round or seasonal living. The spacious home features 3 fireplaces with the master bedroom being located on the main level, as well as two other bedrooms. A lower level family room and bedroom, full bath and exterior entrance Located in a gated community, this 3 bedroom plus loft home has long is perfect for houseguests! Enchanting fire pit with low maintenance range mountain views as well as overlooking the community pond with native landscaping. Membership at The Country Club of Sapphire Valley waterfall and pavilion area. Great open floor plan with vaulted ceiling and available by invitation only. MLS# 79266. Offered at $875,000. stone fireplace in the living room overlooking covered deck. The lower level family with open deck provides additional privacy. Great value for a newer mountain home. MLS# 79135. $469,000.
Sims Valley
Hogback Lake This lakefront retreat is perfect for your family. Easy gentle driveway, low maintenance yard, surrounded by lake, stream and year round waterfall. The lake is great for fishing as it is well stocked. The home has speakers This fantastic three bedroom, three bath mountain home is tastefully throughout the house and the deck. Central vacuum system in the home. decorated, fully furnished and ready for immediate occupancy. The open Great storage and work center in garage. House lives large with 2 bonus floor plan features lots of windows for natural light and mountain views, rooms for 5th sleeping areas. MLS# 76766. Newly Priced at $489,000. plus a gorgeous kitchen with a large island. The main bedroom and one guest suite are located on the first floor, with an additional bedroom upstairs. Enjoy idyllic evenings relaxing with family and friends on the covered deck with stone fireplace. This inviting home also has a great rental history for additional income. MLS# 78598. Offered at $525,000.
The Divide at Bald Rock
Cedar Ridge Estates The charming 3 bedroom mountain home enjoys views of Sapphire Valley from most rooms. The kitchen overlooks the living room with wood burning fireplace and cathedral ceiling as well as the dining room and outside deck. Located just minutes from Cashiers and Sapphire in this well established community. MLS# 79269. Now being offered at $449,000.
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reduced Cedar Hill
Cedar Hill
Located on just under five acres in the premier gated community of Cedar Hill, this newer three bedroom, three and a half bath home is movein ready. Enjoy mountain views from almost every room and spacious upper and lower decks. Tastefully finished in warm colors, the open main floor and downstairs family room make entertaining family and friends a pleasure. The kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances and overlooks both the dining room and living room with stone fireplace. A rustic tree house for the kids or grandkids adds to the charm. Cedar Hill’s central location offers easy access to a wide range of dining, shopping, golf and social activities in both Cashiers and Sapphire Valley. MLS# 79267. Offered at $569,000.
The interior of this sprawling 5 bedroom, 5 ½ bath home appears as though it was ripped from the pages of a magazine. Stunning decorative touches, stone and wood accents, vaulted ceilings and walls of windows are the hallmarks of this extraordinary home. Additional features include elegant black cabinetry, granite counters, stainless appliances, stone fireplace and full bar. MLS# 70295. Offered at $1,049,000.
Highlands Gap Take time to enjoy life. Spacious custom home has it all! No expense spared in the construction or upkeep. Master bedroom suites on each level, 3 stacked stone fireplaces, large home office, chef’s kitchen, large laundry/mud room, open decking and screened porches takes outdoor living to the max. Terrace level screened porch with hot tub, media Amazing panoramic views of Sapphire Valley including Big Sheepcliff and room, mini kitchen (no stove) and large fireplace. MLS# 76445. Offered Lonesome Valley Canyon. Most rooms enjoy the spectacular views. The at $1,795,000. cathedral ceilings in the living room and fireplace offer a comfortable retreat in the mountains. The chef will enjoy lots of natural light and views, while preparing culinary delights. The second bedroom on the main level, large lofts, great family room on the lower level with fireplace, and the workshop are all great additional features of this home. MLS# 79271. Offered at $695,000.
Cedar Hill
Equestrian Estate
Cedar Creek Woods
This expansive property features 8+/- acres of fenced pasture, riding ring, four-stall barn with tack room, and feeding/bedding storage. The 4 bedroom, 3 bath home is ideal for entertaining and includes a lower level with a bonus room for use as additional sleeping quarters with full bath, plus a large storage room and space for a mule/ATV. The cool elevation, great weather and very private setting make this estate perfect for year round living. MLS# 77245. Offered at $1,295,000.
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. Offered at $599,000.
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Wildwood Mountain
Custom Home
This cottage has a wonderful open floor plan and the covered side porch adds an additional 400 sq.ft. A separate small cabin is being used as the owner’s art cottage, and next to it is a hot tub and deck. Location could not be more convenient to both Highlands and Cashiers. Wildcat Cliffs CC is a golf cart ride away. MLS# 78315. Offered at $439,000.
Wild Wind is a spacious 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath custom home located on 3 gentle acres with a small orchard and big view. Interior features include two master suites, Australian cypress floors, double ovens, copper sinks and tub, a bonus room, office, cathedral ceilings and his and her garages. MLS # 76147. Price reduced to $410,000.
Highlands
Sapphire Valley
This house has undergone a beautiful transformation. New 4 BR septic system, encapsulated crawl space, vaulted wood ceiling, new wood flooring, new windows, new doors, updated bathrooms. New grading and drainage with rock work. The roof is only one year old. Most furnishings included. MLS# 78322. Offered at $389,000.
Here’s your chance to slow down and enjoy living in the mountains at an affordable price! All one level, this low maintenance home is in mint condition and has only been lived in seasonally. The light and bright living area opens onto a wonderful covered screened porch. Walk to Sapphire Valley Resort amenities and the CCSV (membership available by invitation only). MLS# 77325. Offered at $398,800.
Highlands Area
Highlands Country Club
New listing! This King Mountain home is less than 15 minutes to Highlands Main Street, in a well maintained and quiet neighborhood - a good little get away. Clubhouse, pool and tennis courts a very short walk from home. MLS# 78447. Offered at $359,000.
Main house 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Guest house has 1 bedroom, 1 bath. Located in the heart of Highlands Country Club. Wooded lot with rhododendrons insures privacy; walking to club house. One level living with large rooms, wood burning fireplace, formal dining, 4 car garage and covered porches. Does not include membership in HCC. Property is not part of the HCC POA. MLS# 76645.Pffered at $895,000.
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Silver Slip Falls Amazing stream property in a gated community and only minutes to the Cashiers Crossroads. Enjoy the sounds of the stream from the covered deck or the streamside deck. Located on the cul-de-sac for additional privacy, this is a great mountain getaway. Cozy home with great kitchen overlooking dining area with wet bar and living room. The stone fireplace and the vaulted wood ceilings in the living room exude mountain charm. The lower level features an additional sitting area, as well a wine room. MLS# 79114. $629,000.
Golf Club Estates
Golf Club Estates
This home has all the charm of the stately old country club communities found in the North Carolina mountains. Built in 1960, but remodeled to modern conveniences, this home has great indoor/outdoor flow. The property is flat and has a large flowing stream through it. The two ponds are beautifully designed and landscaped. There is a charming guest house. The home opens onto a large patio overlooking the ponds. The amenities of Sapphire Valley, golf, pools, lakes, fitness center, are all nearby. Located a short cart drive to the clubhouse of The Country Club of Sapphire Valley, membership is by invitation only. 4 bedrooms in main house and 1 bedroom in guest house. MLS# 78772. Offered at $1,100,000.
This home in Golf Club Estates has it all — Horsepasture River, Country Club of Sapphire Valley golf course frontage, plus incredible mountain views! Other features include an elevator, wine room, billiard room, wet bar, generator as well as extra sleeping quarters with a full bath on the lower level. Private with lush landscaping, a cozy fire pit and Chimneytop Creek meandering through it. Club members can take the cart path to CCSV’s acclaimed golf course. MLS# 77146. Offered at $1,195,000.
Hickory Ridge Long View enjoys panoramic views of Whiteside and Chimneytop Mountains from this enclave located just minutes from town. The master bedroom along with a guest room and office are located on the main level. Two additional guest rooms are located on the lower level along with an indoor pool that has glass doors opening to a stone patio. The covered deck expands the living area and lets you enjoy cool summer breezes. Great home for year around living as well. Come see this special home today. MLS# 79128. $985,000.
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Holly Forest
Golf Club Estates
Fabulous estate setting and Southern charm make this 4 bedroom home on 2 full lots a must see. The covered porch and garden are perfect for entertaining friends and family. Relax in the gazebo and enjoy the soft rhythm of the meandering creek. Ideal summer or year-round home with spacious kitchen, lower level workshop and full-house generator. MLS# 73525. Offered at $375,000.
Located in a gated community, this charming 2 bedroom, 3 bath home is nestled in a park-like setting, with a stream meandering through the level 1.2 acre wooded site. A rustic footbridge crosses the stream to the yard, with a peek-a-boo view of the 17th tee. MLS# 73028. Offered at $365,000.
Toll House Village
Highlands Perfect in-town location with a very private setting in the woods. This attractive home is perfect for guests or family members. Master on main and 2 bedrooms upstairs. Lots of privacy and an easy maintenance home. MLS# 76475. Offered at $359,000.
Hilltop Condo Well-kept 1 bedroom, 1 bath move in ready end unit. The home includes an enclosed sun room, courtyard, heat pump and can be sold furnished. Seller is open to owner financing, 10% down with 5% interest. Current county tax appraisal is $126,270. Easy year round access and just minutes to Sapphire, Cashiers and all amenities. MLS# 79272. Offered at $65,700.
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Perfect in-town location with a very private setting in the woods. This You will love how it feels to be in this house. This custom built home is situated on 1.5 acres and features 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Located in the charming community of Toll House Village just minutes from the crossroads in Cashiers. Enjoy your private deck and reflect on the beautiful granite rock fact that only Mother Nature could have created. MLS# 78067. Offered at $299,000.
Sapphire Valley Bold stream! Private 3 bedroom, 2 bath move-in ready home on scenic Hogback Creek. Driveway and yard have been wonderfully landscaped; mature hardwoods surround the property. The home has an open floor plan, cathedral ceilings and a covered deck. All Sapphire Resort amenities included. Ten minutes to shopping, restaurants, lake access, golf, community center, swimming pools, weight room, etc. MLS# 77739. Offered at $305,000.
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Whisper Lake
Mirror Lake
Great stream home in Whisper Lake with access to all of the Sapphire Valley Master Association amenities. Open floor plan featuring wood burning fireplace in living room, kitchen with granite countertops, center island and stainless appliances. Enjoy the views of the creek from the kitchen, dining area, and the open deck at the rear of the home. Private setting with near level lot is great for both year round or vacation home. Well priced for recently built home. MLS# 77921. Offered at $375,000.
This charming and cozy Mirror Lake cottage is the perfect vacation retreat. The small, no maintenance yard is situated just a close walk to the lake. The cottage built in 1940 was lovingly restored by the current owners. It has decorative antique paneling, a beautiful masonry stone fireplace with gas starter, vaulted ceilings and a country kitchen. From the screened porch and the open deck, views of Mirror Lake can be seen an enjoyed. MLS# 79256. Offer at $289,000.
Sapphire Valley
Robinson Creek Home
Award winning floor plan! 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home to be built on this Holly Forest lot with model home available for preview. See the quality and craftsmanship for yourself and you will be sold! Great curb appeal, custom finishes, massive stone fireplace, luxurious bathrooms and screened porch with fireplace. This is an impressive home, a must see for serious buyers. Built to your specifications with changes welcome. MLS# 78020. Offered at $369,000.
This newer three bedroom, three and a half bath country home with lovely mountain views is located just off Big Ridge Road in the Robinson Creek area. At just under 4,000 feet in elevation and surrounded by large tracts of land, the two acre property is very private and filled with wildlife. Dozens of rhododendrons planted on the hill in front of the home make the late spring and early summer a spectacular sight. Other features include a wood burning fireplace, covered decks, play room, attached two-car garage, barn and gated driveway. Don’t miss this affordable, move-in ready getaway! MLS# 79052. Offered at $325,000.
Sapphire
Lake Toxaway Area New Listing! Quintessential cottage surrounded with beautiful laying 7+ acres in a storybook setting. Separate workshop, building for RV + car, basketball court. Major remodel completed with all new appliances, kitchen counters and cabinets, floor coverings and more. MLS# 78467. Offered at $290,000.
Located on quiet street between Sapphire and Lake Toxaway. This well maintained 3 bedroom home is situated on a flat lot and has a fenced yard, which is great enjoying cool summer temperatures. MLS# 79260. Offered at $109,000.
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owner financing Holly Ridge Condo
Cullowhee Forest
First time on the market. This completely renovated condominium is the perfect lock it and leave it mountain retreat. Walk to Fairfield Lake and enjoy Sapphire amenities. Owner financing available. MLS# 77802. Offered at $174,000
Adorable cottage with room to expand, in gated community. Privacy, 5.62 acres, fruit trees, pond and fire pit. Close to the public landing for Lake Glenville. Possible view to Lake Glenville with tree trimming. Front entry opens to the lower level with brick floors, family room, updated bath and large bedroom and washer dryer connection. Upstairs to the main living area with great room, master bedroom and bath. An oversized screen porch with cathedral ceiling and stone fireplace. MLS# 79257. Offered at $325,000.
Indian Summer Dramatic ceiling soars to 25’+ in dining, kitchen and living area with stone-faced gas log fireplace. Covered deck with fireplace overlooks golf course and mountains. Granite countertops, SS appliances, gas range, wood floors, 2 balconies. Master on main, 2 large guest bedrooms and bath upstairs, loft perfect for extra sleeping quarters &/or office. New interior paint. Being sold furnished. Would make a great vacation or year-round rental. Backs up to Sapphire Valley ski slope. Sapphire Valley amenities’ included. MLS# 79004. $299,000.
Sapphire Valley Stunning year round views bring the outdoors in. Lots of privacy and room to explore this 4 acre low maintenance double lot. This move in ready 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with an open floor plan is ideal for entertaining. Well designed kitchen and wood burning stone fireplace. Spacious decks and cool summertime temperatures invite outdoor living. The lower level bonus room has its own private entrance and would be a great office or guest quarters. A short trail winds through hardwoods and mountain laurel to your own bocce ball court. MLS# 78944. $479,500.
Holly Forest Three bedroom, three bath home in like new condition adjoining green space and a stream. Tranquil private setting, you can even hear the Horsepasture River from the back deck. Built for year round living with a spacious family room and lots of glass, stone fireplace, wood floors, loft and an open kitchen. The large master bedroom has two walkin closets and a private bath. A work shop/storage area is located in the lower level. MLS# 77133. $268,000.
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Country Club Villas Great 2 bedroom villa with level entry, overlooking large common area lawn and the Country Club of Sapphire Valley’s hole #9. Price has been drastically reduced to generate sale before the end of the year. If you are looking for a great condo in the heart of the Sapphire Valley this is it. MLS# 78154. Offered at $189,000.
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Glenville
Scaly Mountain
Cute cottage in the Glenville community. Since it is located on Highway 107 it could be used as residential and/or commercial. Land lays gentle, concrete drive, some view. Cottage is a charming example of 40’s-50’s mountain get-away to enjoy the cool of summer while flat-landers suffer with the heat and humidity. MLS# 78314. Offered at $149,000.
Escape the heat! This spacious two bedroom cottage in Scaly Mountain is just two hours from Atlanta and minutes to Highlands. Each bedroom has its own private bath; there are also two half baths and a lower level game room with bonus kitchen and wood stove. Other features include a private covered deck with mountain views, nearly new metal roof, and two-car carport. MLS# 77332. Just $138,000.
Sapphire Valley
Hilltop
Unique property with lots of potential. 2 bedroom, 2 bath home w/ bonus room, covered deck; some interior remodeling needed. Additional structure perfect for office, studio, guest cabin or rental unit. Private wooded lot includes extra parking, space for dog pen or fire pit. Easy access, 15 minutes to town, great starter home or rental property. MLS #76023. $99,999.
NEW LISTING. Fully furnished condominium in the heart of Sapphire Valley. Beautiful kitchen with granite counters. Outdoor deck features BBQ with built in stainless hood. Turnkey unit ready for immediate occupancy. Would make a great rental unit. MLS# 78502. Offered at $129,900.
owner financing owner financing Hilltop
Hilltop
First time on the market. This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath unit is currently rented on an annual lease. Enjoy all of the Sapphire Valley Master Association amenities. Owner financing available. Well priced at $125,000.
Great two bedroom unit in Sapphire Valley. Unit has great rental history which can help offset some of the ownership costs. Owner financing available. MLS# 77801. Well priced at $115,000.
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Mountain Club
Amazing opportunity! Mountain living made easy in this very desirable community in Sapphire Valley. Additional nights available with a short three days’ notice, based on availability. Exchange nights with the Registry Collection and enjoy stays around the world. Mountain Club offers many amenities for the whole family. Indoor and outdoor pools (outdoor pools are open during the warm season), sauna, Jacuzzi, fitness room, movie rentals, game room, pool tables, ping pong, miniature golf, bocce ball, air hockey, croquet, tanning beds, horseshoe pits, massage therapy, bicycle rental, various arts & crafts classes, facials, rainy day. Additional amenities at Sapphire Valley include: snow skiing and tubing, Lake Fairfield boat dock, tennis and racquet club, 18 hole PDA golf course, 9 hole executive golf course, driving range, putt-putt, gem mining, summer concerts, planned excursions and day trips, kids’ camps, and horseback riding. 1/6 interest MLS# 79025 1/12th interest MLS# 78360 1/12th interest MLS# 78602 1/12th interest MLS# 78690 1/12th interest MLS# 78355 1/6 interest MLS# 78600 1/12 interest MLS# 78081 1/6 interest MLS# 78527 1/12 interest MLS# 79019
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Lots & Land Lakeside Falls This easy build lot fronts on the large stream known as Norton Creek. Located just above Lake Glenville at an altitude over 3500 feet, this small community of Lakeside Falls is waiting for you. MLS# 79048. $40,000.
Cullowhee Forest 5.68 and 5.31 acre lots being sold together in the scenic mountain subdivision of Cullowhee Forest. Underpriced! BIG VIEWS with tree trimming, 100+ foot private community waterfall & river access. Two 3 bedroom septic evaluations on file. MLS# 79151. Offered at $19,000.
Nice wooded lot adjacent to North Norton Road. Near Lake Glenville. MLS# 79050. $20,000. If you’re looking for a lot on a big stream at 3500+ elevation, this is it! Easy building site in
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a neighborhood of 14 lots. Easy access off of North Norton Road about 7 miles from the Cashiers’ Crossroads. MLS# 79047. $42,500. Country Club Estates Great trout stream runs along the right side of this private and large lot (1.49 ac). Short golf cart drive to the Sapphire/Wyndham Resort amenities and The Country Club of Sapphire Valley (membership available upon invitation). Easy, nearly level building site. MLS# 79113. Priced to sell at $56,000.
Commercial Properties
Lots & Land
Sapphire • Highway 64 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. A variety of development opportunities including multi-family, restaurant and a host of other commercial uses. MLS# 76184. $699,000.
Bank Owned Commercial Property Great Highway 107 North frontage between Signal Ridge Marina and Pine Creek. Current units rented: 1 at $750/ month;7 and 8 at $1,452/month. 8 units/office/retail total + 22 storage units located behind this building. Lots of potential. MLS #75675. $349,900.
Prime Highway 64 Frontage Freestanding former model home on Highway 64 with parking, water and sewer. Perfect for restaurant, professional office or retail store. MLS# 78432. Priced at $475,000. Highway 64 East Great business location between the Crossroads and Ingles. Fantastic exposure on the most traveled section on Highway 64. Office, retail, etc.... the possibilities are endless! MLS# 74098. Offered at $390,000. Over 240’ of prime highway frontage in the heart of Cashiers along Highway 64 East. Excellent opportunity for retail business needing flat outside yard. Multiple lots make this 3.6 acre tract suitable for subdividing as well. Main level could be updated and suitable for many uses. Lower level shop and covered outside work area. Priced to sell! MLS# 78806. Offered at $475,000.
Highlands 5.35 acres fronting both Blue Valley Road and Highway 28. Excellent location for a business opportunity. A creek runs behind the property. MLS# 76448. $70,000. Highlands Lake estate property, investment property, ONE of a KIND property. Located on prestigious Bowery Road and only minutes to downtown Highlands. 12+/acres with a private 3+/- acre clear mountain lake with deep water. Perfect for that private family enclave. Several building sites, large old barn on property. MLS# 78940. Offered at $4,250,000. Highlands Gap Over 15 acres of mountain land. Several home sites each with great views. Property is being marketed with subdivided lots or the property can be sold as a whole. There are large rock outcroppings where a flowing spring begins. Located on the Atlanta side of the Highlands Plateau, in the development of Highland Gap lays this large tract of 15.16 acres. Privacy and long range mountain views in a development with upscale homes with a minimum acreage of 3 acres. Prices starting at $150,000 for the lots and $850,000 for the 15.16 acres. MLS#’s 78848, 78854, 78855, 78857, 78858, 78859. Pilot Knob Over 2½ acre lot, easy build on quiet road. Nice year around views. Lot has road frontage, deep enough to build away from road. MLS# 78870. $69,750.
Sapphire High Great panoramic views of Sapphire Valley from this 3.8 acre lot. Build your dream house in the mountains and enjoy the views and listen to the stream below. This very private lot on a dead end road in the heart of Sapphire Valley Laurel Terrace is the perfect place to start enjoying the Excellent location in the center of Cashiers. Previous tenant tranquility the mountain lifestyle offers. was a bank. Two units in a strip center. End units with drive-up First time on the market. MLS# 78657. window. MLS# 78188. Offered at $159,900. $38,500. Great location close to center of town. Office or show room would work here. This unit has 2 entries and is partially rented to Cedar Creek Woods Great views of Big Sheepcliff and suran insurance agent. Can be recombined. MLS# 78450. $71,900. rounding mountains from this gently Great ground floor location in middle of town. Just east of the sloping lot. Located at the end of the Crossroads on the most traveled road in area. Clean unit in the road for privacy, this home site is conmiddle of the building only a few feet to parking. Consists of venient to Cedar Creek Racquet Club, reception area with 4 office spaces. Large bank of windows Cashiers, and Sapphire. MLS# 72469. fronting road. MLS# 78419. $79,000. Offered at $69,000. Nice wood finishes inside. Ready to move in. Nice end unit finished inside for multiple offices and reception area. MLS# 78451. $119,000.
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The Ridges of Highlands
Just minutes from downtown Highlands in the beautiful Buck Creek area, this level building lot is located in the gated community of The Ridges of Highlands. Location offers convenience to both Highlands and Franklin. Large wooded lot, community pond and shelter. MLS# 77673. $65,000. Big view lot in small gated community located on Buck Creek Road. Convenient to both Highlands and Franklin. Easy building site. Cascading stream flows through property for approximately 300 feet. This large 2.3 acre lot is covered with large hardwoods and native flowers. Ideal mountain setting, view and cascading stream! MLS# 77699. $95,000. This lot has an easy building site across from common area. Big views of Cold Mountain and Yellow Mountain and surrounded by National Forest. The Ridges of Highlands is convenient to downtown Highlands. Gated community with common area that includes fish pond, stream with falls, picnic shelter with fireplace. Only 4+ miles to local hospital and not far from additional shopping in Franklin. MLS# 77675. $110,000. Big lot with big views convenient to Highlands and Franklin. Gated community surrounded by National Forest. Lot backs up to National Forest. Easy building site. Community pond and shelter within a short walk. MLS# 77700. $165,000. Glenville Area 7.5+/- private acres with fantastic views! Driveway and easy build homesite have been cut in, septic system installed. Homesite is surrounded in rhododendron and mountain laurel giving it year round privacy. Gated community. Lots of wildlife! 15 min. to Lake Glenville boat
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launch. 25 min. to Cashiers and Sylva. 30 min. to Highlands and Franklin. MLS# 77889. $49,900.
very exclusive homes and close to town. Community pond and pavilion. MLS# 78302. $395,000.
Vista Points Well priced 2.76+/- acre scenic lot with lush foliage, hardwoods and a good build site. Can hear nearby stream from property. 5 minutes to Lake Glenville boat launch, lakeside park, waterfall trail and kayak launch for the Tuckasegee River. 10 minutes to gas, groceries, restaurants and boat rentals. 25 minutes to Cashiers and Sylva. Easy year round access. MLS# 78720. $24,500.
Estate-Sized View Property Estate sized property waiting on the savvy developer or privacy oriented prospect. Gravel road system, high producing well. Some pasture, mostly wooded with many huge trees. Many scenic vistas with long-range views. South and east facing. Lake access lot available. MLS# 74259. $525,000.
Glenville Highway 107 Frontage Great frontage and visibility in Glenville. Approximately 250 feet frontage on Highway. Nearly flat. Well reported to yield 40 GPM. Land almost totally cleared. MLS# 77876. $99,500. Round Hill in Sapphire Nearly level 1.03 acre lot with easy build homesite. Great mountain ridge view. Great location with easy access. Cart path access to CCSV. Lot can easily accommodate a 5 bedroom home. MLS# 70761. $75,000. Stonecreek Estates Overlooking CCSV golf course and fabulous long range views of Bald Rock, Hogback and beyond! Driveway stubbed in to home site with level entry. Owner will consider partnership for spec home. Sewer and CWS at road ready for hookup. MLS# 74633. $99,000. Wonderful building lot near most of Sapphire Valley amenities and convenient to CCSV. MLS# 78420. $19,900. Little Sheepcliff Awesome estate property with all the privacy in the world at 4,300’ elevation! Almost 13 acres with long range year round mountain views. Very gentle building site(s), rock face view, driveway in and cleared to home site. This estate lot joins Little Sheepcliff and Big Sheepcliff HOA lands. Small gated community with a handful of
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Tahala Shores Very affordable lake front lot on Lake Glenville. At over 3500 feet elevation you can own this lakefront property. Over 200 feet of frontage on the water and easy building site. MLS# 77404. $229,000. Stonebridge Premier Lake Glenville lake front lot. This is the lake front lot for someone who wants to build a large home on the lake in a community of large homes. 2.3 acres with more than 275 feet of frontage. Gated, paved roads, underground utilities, tennis and boat ramp are just some of the features. Level near lake with big view. Lot faces southeast for great sun exposure. Community consists of only 9 lakefront lots. Use of boat ramp and tennis court at Summer Hill included. MLS# 78756. $675,000. Wade Hampton Golf Club Now being offered for sale at considerable savings, this lot offers outstanding views of the fairway and green at the 10th hole. Located within walking distance of the clubhouse, it is exceptionally well priced at just $375,000. Bald Rock Tremendous value for this lot in Bald Rock! Pond on property with stream. Gently rolling and big view with some trimming. Enjoy the Equestrian Center, wonderful pavilion, hiking/horse trails and all of Sapphire Valley amenities as a Bald Rock owner. MLS# 74854. Newly priced at $58,500. Bald Rock One of the best big view lots in this gated equestrian community! Perched high on the top edge of Bald Rock’s signature rock face, this 6.53+/- acre property offers spectacular views of Whiteside
Mountain, Chimneytop and many others! Nearly level building site, close to the Bald Rock hiking trail and incredible sunset views! MLS# 77318. $325,000. Timber Ridge, Cashiers Located in gated Timber Ridge, 3570 elevation, gently rolling 3.45 acres with nearly flat building site, wide open meadow, mighty hardwoods and great mountain view. Private yet only 1.2 miles to Cashiers; minutes to shopping, golf, restaurants, waterfalls and hiking trails. Site prepped for building with driveway in place. Current 4 bedroom septic permit, new survey with property lines marked. MLS# 76458. Offered at $109,000. Sapphire Valley - Holly Forest X 0.87 acres of hardwoods and a private setting. MLS# 70252. $14,900. Whisper Lake Great lot with an easy build site at an incredible price. An easy walk/ drive down to the community boat dock where you can store your canoe/kayak. Part of the Sapphire Master Association; enjoy the benefits of Sapphire amenities. MLS# 78373. $18,900. Glen Pointe • Lot 10 Lake Glenville access lot with dedicated boat slip. 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# 75537. $129,500. Glen Pointe • Lot 12 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# 75538. $199,500. Glen Pointe • Lot 13 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# 75539. $129,500.
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Attention Developers! Developer opportunity on 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. The development has a prominent entrance with underground utilities. Development includes 86 lots, 6 open space lots and common areas. MLS# 78151. Great value at $2,900,000. Eagle Ridge Easy building lot with some view possible. Nice hardwoods, gentle grade, priced to sell at $10,900. MLS# 71862. The Lake Club This is a great 3.90+/- acre private lot with a mountain view and possible winter lake views. The Lake Club is a gated community that features a fantastic clubhouse on scenic Lake Glenville with multiple shared boat slips, full kitchen, living and dining areas, exercise room, fire pit and a common area meadow. MLS# 77308. $79,000. Glen Pointe • Lot 3 Fantastic Lake Glenville access and view lot. Long lake and mountain views, adjacent to lakefront community dock with a guaranteed boat slip. Tennis court, gated community, underground utilities. MLS# 75542. $298,000. Glen Pointe • Lot 1 Lake Glenville access lot with long view of lake and mountain. Easy build site, large lot, new community dock with guaranteed boat slip. Only 10 off lake lots, so everyone gets a slip. Tennis court, gated. MLS# 75541. $298,000. Lake Toxaway A spectacular property combining two lots on Hawk Mountain. 210+/- feet of road frontage and fabulous mountain views. With over 3.32 acres there is plenty of privacy. MLS # 75790. $239,000. A spectacular property combining two lots on Hawk Mountain. 430+/- feet of road frontage with fabulous mountain views. 3.8 acres provide plenty of privacy. MLS # 75786. $289,000. Laurel Falls Two great adjoining lots in the scenic gated Laurel Falls. Each lot has
a current survey, septic evaluation for a 3 bedroom home with easy building home sites! A small stream runs through the property. Laurel Falls is bordered by thousands of acres of protected Panthertown Valley. MLS# 70447. $99,900. Cedar Point Landings Scenic deep water boat slip located in Cedar Point Landings, Lake Glenville’s only private dock development. Preferred outside slip with easy walk to community pavilion and restroom facilities. Recently pressure washed, stained and in excellent condition. Priced to sell! Easy to rent! Affordable lake access. MLS# 78810. $70,000. Bear Lake Development Opportunity The ultimate development project or private retreat! 1,542 acres on Bear Lake with 4.5 miles of lake frontage. Two miles of trout stream, the dramatic Sol’s Creek Waterfall with its 120-foot drop, and picturesque rock cliffs with wild goats add to the allure of this mountain sanctuary. Elevations from 2,600 to 3,800 feet. Owner will subdivide and consider owner financing. 915 Acre Tract on Trout Creek Minutes north of Lake Glenville off 107 N, this 915-acre tract of land is suitable for development and/ or preservation. Trout Creek flows through the property; box canyon and other natural amenities make this piece unique. Price upon request. 4 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 1400 sf. Affordable opportunity to own your mountain cabin with an almost lake front lot. Within 1/4 mile of public boat ramp. $22,500 - $39,500. MLS# 74341, 74340, 74339, & 74350. Glen Laurel Wonderful large building site that can be subdivided. Big views of mountains and Lake Glenville. Access to shared dock on Lake Glenville. Convenient to Cashiers, Franklin and Sylva. 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. Top of Cherry Knob This fantastic 262-acre tract of land features spectacular 300+ degree views from the top of Cherry Knob Mountain. A long range view of Lake Glenville, Big Ridge, and Cullowhee make this property unique and suitable for either a private estate or development. MLS# 70290. $2,500,000. Stone Pointe Fabulous lakefront lot in the exclusive gated community of Stone Pointe. This 8 lot subdivision features underground utilities, nicely landscaped and irrigated common area. Each lot is demarked by a lighted stone column. Lot 2 has approximately 191 feet of lakefront. MLS# 78751. $399,000. Big Sheepcliff Located just minutes from the crossroads in prestigious Big Sheepcliff, this lot is located in the upper section of the community with winter views of the Glenville Valley. A 4 bedroom septic evaluation valid through December 31, 2016. MLS# 78804. $149,000. Big Sheepcliff The most gorgeous mountain views from this lot at the top of Big Sheepcliff community. Great flat area for home site. Easy access and close to town. A must see lot. MLS# 77958. Offered at $359,000. Big Sheepcliff Exceptional location just minutes to the crossroads in Cashiers. At an elevation of app. 4,200’ build your dream home with exceptional long range views over the Lake Glenville Valley. Private 12 acres already have the septic system installed and have a great building site. First time on the market and very well priced! Big Sheepcliff is a gated community with two ponds and a community pavilion high above the Cashiers Valley with long range views. MLS# 78826. $369,000. Bridge Creek Enter Bridge Creek through the huge timbered covered bridge spanning the trout filled Norton Creek. Gated community with paved roads and underground utilities. This lot, located at the end of a spur road, is very easy to build on
yet has a big long range view. Building site is level and falls away below house site. Community amenities include a fishing/swimming pond, walking trails, picnic and fire pit, chimney garden and more. Only 4.5 miles from the Cashiers crossroads and close to Lake Glenville, opportunity and convenience abound. MLS# 77440. $62,500 Bridge Creek is only 4.5 miles from the Cashiers’ Crossroads and is a gated community with a beautiful covered bridge entry, fishing/ swimming pond, picnic area, chimney garden, and more. The lot has a tremendous long view with Lake Glenville in the foreground and mountain ranges beyond. Easy building site, driveway in, community water, underground power. MLS# 77697. $175,000. Huge view of Lake Glenville and mountains beyond. Easy building site, gated community, fishing/ swimming pond, fire pit, chimney garden, hiking trails and more. Community water system, underground power. MLS# 77698. $175,000. Great east facing lot with big view, and gentle building site. Underground utilities and paved road to lot. MLS# 74147. Offered at $50,000. 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. $45,000. Bridge Creek community. Short walk to fishing pond and chimney garden. A little over 4 miles from Cashiers. MLS# 78542. $30,000. If you are looking for an easy build flat lot that is entirely walkable, this is it! Wonderful gated community of Bridge Creek only 4 miles from Cashiers. Amenities include a big fishing pond, picnic area, chimney garden and more. You can walk the whole area which is uncommon in these mountains. Fish for trout in the nearby Norton Creek or bass in the fish pond. MLS# 78716. $29,500.
lakefront clubhouse. Great views of lake and mountains from lot. Shared dock is included. Priced below purchase price in 2006. MLS# 73993. Offered at $599,000. The Divide at Bald Rock One of the best lots in The Divide is finally back on the market at a much reduced price for a quick sale! Easy laying lot with tremendous views to South Carolina. Located across from the community pavilion. MLS# 78988. $199,000. Falcon Ridge Great acreage for development or private estate at 4300’ of elevation.Property may be subdivided into 6 lots. Fabulous views, gentle buildingsite, and a great price!! MLS# 73395. $650,000.
Mountaintop Located in one of the premier golf communities in the Cashiers area, this amazing lot overlooking the 12th fairway and Whiteside Mountain beyond features a gentle building site. Mountaintop Golf and Lake Club offers premier amenities including the Tom Fazio golf course, world class clubhouse, kids pavilion, and lake club. This resort style community offers exceptional amenities. It’s time to build your dream mountain getaway on one of the premier lots! MLS# 79137. $750,000. Trillium Large easy build lot in Trillium Links. Fantastic Lake Glenville and mountain views with easy access to clubhouse and associated amenities. Home next door can be purchased as package. MLS# 76568. Offered at $300,000. Greycliff One of the best Lake Glenville view lots currently on the market! Located at a cool 4200’ elevation, this is definitely one of the premier lots in this gated community with lake access! Amazing short and long range mountain views. Cleared, easy to show. MLS# 76882. $150,000.
Bear Lake Reserve Peninsula lakefront lot. 404+ feet of frontage. Lays very gentle, easy build, and is a short walk from
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Summersail on Lake Glenville
VACATION RENTAL
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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VACATION RENTAL Chimneytop Escape
VACATION RENTAL Brooks Cottage Located in Highlands’ Glen Falls neighborhood, the Brooks Cottage is a three bedroom, three & a half bathroom cottage located within just a few miles of Main Street in Highlands. The great room features flat screen satellite TV, and wood burning fireplace. A fully equipped kitchen and open floor plan are perfect for entertaining. The master suite offers a king size bed, TV and private bathroom. One guest bedroom offers a queen sized bed while the other has two twin beds and they both have a private bathroom. Nice screened porch & open deck overlooking a small stream & pond. Also has a gas grill and offers high-speed wireless internet access for your convenience.
Carolina Charm Enjoy mountain living the way it’s meant to be in this charming three bedroom, four and a half bath refined rustic home at the top of Trillium Ridge. Inside, you’ll enjoy a great open floor plan with a gourmet kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar. The master bedroom is on the main level, with two more bedrooms and an office area upstairs. Downstairs, there is a great play room with a pool table and large sectional. Outside, choose between a cozy covered screened porch with stone fireplace or the open deck with great mountain views. Guests of Trillium Links & Lake Club are issued Member Guest cards, which allow access to most amenities and events.
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This gorgeous four bedroom, three and half bath home has fabulous short-range and panoramic mountain views! The ample living spaces and large kitchen make entertaining a pleasure, while the expansive deck is perfect for soaking in the sun or enjoying the crisp air on cool evenings. Three of the four spacious bedrooms are located on the main level. Just minutes away are the many available Sapphire Valley Resort amenities, which include golf, tennis, indoor and outdoor pools, mini-golf, a fitness center and game room, plus skiing, sledding and tubing in the winter. Amenities also include access to Fairfield Lake for swimming, fishing and boating.
Cashiers: (828) 743-1999
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VACATION RENTAL Whispering Ridge
VACATION RENTAL Needlepine 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, plus skiing, sledding and tubing in the winter. Amenities also include access to Fairfield Lake for swimming, fishing and boating.
Wonderful three bedroom, three and half bath home has fabulous mountain views of Chimney top & Sassafras Mountain. The ample living spaces and large kitchen make entertaining a pleasure. Main level bedroom suites feature private screened decks for enjoying the fresh mountain air. The home has many wonderful water features and an impressive rock face that greet you from the moment you approach. There is also a slide & swing set in the yard for the children to enjoy. Just minutes away are the many available Sapphire Valley Resort amenities, which include golf, tennis, indoor and outdoor pools, mini-golf, a fitness center and game room, plus skiing, sledding and tubing in the winter. Amenities also include access to Fairfield Lake for swimming, fishing and boating.
VACATION RENTAL VACATION RENTAL River Run This great condo is located in the heart of the Sapphire Valley community of River Run. This 2 bedroom 3 bath condo is only a short walk will bring you 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. All Sapphire Valley Resort amenities are available as well ask for details. Two bedroom, three bathroom condo located in River Run in Sapphire Valley.
Lakeside Retreat This gorgeous four bedroom, three and half bath home is waterfront and has fabulous lake views! The large open floor-plan makes entertaining a pleasure, and you can also enjoy the lake views from the spacious covered deck or go exploring the lake by canoe and kayak. The lake is accessed with a short walk on a flagstone trail which also leads to the firepit area & treehouse. Just minutes away are the many available Sapphire Valley Resort amenities, which include golf, tennis, indoor and outdoor pools, mini-golf, a fitness center and game room, plus skiing, sledding and tubing in the winter. Amenities also include access to Fairfield Lake for swimming, fishing and boating.
VACATION RENTALS Cashiers: (828) 743-1999 Highlands: (828) 526-2999
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Accommodations 200 Main by Old Edwards Hospitality www.oldedwardsinn.com/200Main Country Club Properties www.ccphighlandsnc.com Fire Mountain Inn & Cabins www.firemt.com Highlands House Bed & Breakfast www.highlandshousebandb.com Inn at Half Mile Farm www.halfmilefarm.com Landmark Vacation Rentals www.landmarkvacations.com Skyline Lodge www.skylinelodge.com Whiteside Cove Cottages Adventures Highlands Aerial Park Biltmore
www.highlandscanopytour.com www.biltmore.com
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Antiques & Home Furnishings Antiques & Etc. Bound’s Cave www.boundscaverugs.com The Brier Patch Cabin Couture www.cabincouturehighlands.com Cashiers Hillside Artists The Catbird Seat www.ryanandcompanyantiques.com Dovetail Antiques Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Fletcher and Lee www.fletcherandlee.com Hampton Relics Into the Woods Mantiques www.mantiquesnc.com Midnight Farms www.midnightfarms.com MIrror Lake Antiques & Jewelry Museum of American Cut & Engraved Glass www.peakexp.com Peak Experience www.rusticks.com Rusticks www.ryanandcompanyantiques.com Ryan and Company www.scuddersgallery.com Scudder’s The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Summer Place Antiques www.summerplaceantiques.com Vivianne Metzger Antiques
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Appliances Macon Appliance Mart
www.maconappliance.com
Page 139
Architects/Designers Mountainworks Design Platt Architecture
www.mtnworks.com www.plattarchitecture.com
Page 154 Page 149
Art Galleries/Artists Annell Metzger, Portrait Artist www.annell.com Antiques & Etc. Around Back at Rocky’s Place www.aroundbackatrockysplace.com www.thebascom.org The Bascom Blue Valley Gallery The Brier Patch www.cabincouturehighlands.com Cabin Couture 202 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
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Calderone Fine Art Gallery www.calderonegallery.com Page 45 The Catbird Seat www.ryanandcompanyantiques.com Page 113 Chivaree Southern Art & Design www.chivarts.com Page 150 Dovetail Antiques Page 31 Francie Hargrove www.franciehargrove.com Page 151 GG’s Consignments, Etc.* www.ggsconsignment.com Page 116 Gracewear Collection Page 140 Highlands Fine Art www.highlandsfineartandestatejewelry.com Page 17 Into the Woods Page 29 John Collette Fine Art www.johncollettefineart.com Page 63 Mantiques Page 45 Midnight Farms www.midnightfarms.com Page 76 Mountain Mist Gallery www.mountainmistgallery.com Page 66 Museum of American Cut & Engraved Glass Page 110 Nora & Co. Page 111 Oakleaf Flower & Garden www.oakleafhighlands.com Pages 20, 125 Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Page 21 Peter J. Pioli Interiors www.macdonaldhomeconstruction.com/interior.html Page 11 Scott Upton www.scottupton.net Page 75 www.scuddersgallery.com Page 121 Scudder’s Smitten Page 70 The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Page 91 TJB Gallery www.tjbmens.com Page 92 Trade-Arama www.trade-arama.com Page 37 White Rabbit Botanicals www.whiterabbitbotanicals.com Page 8 Bait & Tackle Signal Ridge Marina
www.signalridgemarina.com
Page 72
Banks/Mortgage Companies Macon Bank
www.maconbank.com
Page 65
Bars The Lost Hiker The Ugly Dog
www.thelosthikersbar.com www.thedogpub.com
Bedding/Linens Blue Ridge Bedding www.blueridgebedding.com Cashiers Emporium Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Fletcher and Lee www.fletcherandlee.com High Cotton Luxury Linens www.highcottonluxurylinens.com Into the Woods Lenz Gifts The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Bird Supplies Bird Barn and Gift Emporium Boat Rentals Signal Ridge Marina
www.signalridgemarina.com
Books The Brier Patch The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com
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Builders Arrowood Construction www.arrowoodconstruction.com Lupoli Construction www.lupoliconstruction.com Srebalus Construction Co. Warth Construction www.warthconstruction.com
Page 159 Page 92 Page 142 Page 212
Canopy Adventures Highlands Aerial Park
www.highlandscanopytour.com
Page 158
Cargo Lifts Legacy Lifts
www.legacylifts.com
Page 106
Carpet Designers Market
www.thedesignersmarket.com
Catering Bella’s Junction Cafe
www.bellaskitchen.net
Social Engineers Studio 1658 Sun in My Bellly
www.socialengineersevents.com www.studio1658.com www.suninmybelly.com
Page 83 Page 122 Page 123
Chambers of Commerce Highlands Chamber of Commerce www.highlandschamber.org Cashiers Chamber of Commerce www.cashiersareachamber.com
Page 47 Page 47
The Kitchen
Chiropractic Services Cashiers Chiropractic & Acupuncture
www.thekitchenofhighlands.com
www.cashierschiropractic.com
Cigars Cashiers Emporium Cloth/Upholstery Fletcher and Lee www.fletcherandlee.com Into the Woods The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com
Wilhites
Clothing & Accessories A Jones Company Alyxandra’s Annawear Bee Bags and Such Bear Mountain Outfitters Cabin Casuals www.cabincasualshighlands.com Ellen’s Elevation Francie Hargrove www.franciehargrove.com Gracewear Collection Highland Hiker www.highlandhiker.com The Look Jewelry www.thelookjewelry.com Martha Anne’s Midnight Farms www.midnightfarms.com Mountain Mist Gallery www.mountainmistgallery.com Narcissus
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Nora & Co. Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Robin’s Nest Robyn B www.robynbcouture.com Sashay Around www.sashayaround.net Spoiled Rotten www.spoiledrotten2.com TJ Bailey for Men www.tjbmens.com VC for Men www.victoriasclosetnc.com Victoria’s Closet www.victoriasclosetnc.com Victoria’s Sportswear www.victoriasclosetnc.com Wit’s End
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Clothing Consignment The Blue Elephant Victoria’s Closet www.victoriasclosetnc.com
Page 158 Page 116
Comforters The Summer House
www.summerhousehighlands.com
Communities Burlingame www.burlingameccwnc.com Cedar Cliff Farms Western Carolina Properties Highlands Cove Realty www.highlandscoverealty.com Preserve at Rock Creek www.preserveatrockcreeknc.com Silver Creek Real Estate Group www.ncliving.com Trillium www.trilliumnc.com Condiments The Hen House Corporate Events Sawyer Family Farmstead The Vineyard at 37 High Holly
www.sawyerfamilyfarmstead.com www.thevineyardat37highholly.com
Cosmetic Surgery Center for Plastic Surgery Robert T. Buchanan, M.D.
www.plasticsurgerytoday.com
Custom Cabinetry/Countertops Black Rock Granite & Marble www.blackrockgraniteandmarble.com Keystone Kitchen & Bath www.keystonekb.com The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Underground Design Works LLC Welcome Home Kitchen & Bath www.welcomehomecashiersnc.com Custom Furniture Dutchman’s Designs Fletcher and Lee Midnight Farms The Summer House
www.dutchmansdesigns.com www.fletcherandlee.com www.midnightfarms.com www.summerhousehighlands.com
Dentists Dr. Joe Wilbanks
www.wilbankssmilecenter.com
Digital Marketing Hibu
www.hibu.com
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Doors/Windows Highlands Doors and Windows
www.highlandsdoorsandwindows.com
Page 129
Education Rabun Gap Nacoochee School
www.rabungap.org
Page 107
Electrical/Electric Zoller Hardware
www.zollerhardware.com
Page 155
Event Design I Do Events Studio 1658 Sun in My Bellly
www.idoeventsatlanta.com www.studio1658.com www.suninmybelly.com
Page 127 Page 122 Page 123
Event Planning/Management I Do Events Social Engineers
www.idoeventsatlanta.com www.socialengineersevents.com
Page 127 Page 83
Events www.thebascom.org The Bascom Betsy Paul Art Raffle Big Ol’ Mountain Country Breakfast www.brevardmusic.org Brevard Music Festival Cashiers Benefit Antique Show www.h-cmusicfestival.org Feasts of the Festival GCAMA Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival www.h-cmusicfestival.org www.highlandscashiersplayers.org Highlands Cashiers Players Highlands Performing www.highlandspac.org Arts Center-Opera Highlands Playhouse www.highlandsplayhouse.org Lunch for Literacy Cashiers Literacy Council Mountain Artisans Summer Art and Craft Show www.mountainartisans.net Mountain Tennis Challenge www.cashiers.com Musical Auction at Scudder’s www.h-cmusicfestival.org Rabun County Music Festival www.rabunmusicfestival.com Salons at Six www.h-cmusicfestival.org Smitten Taste of the Plateau www.tasteoftheplateau.org Village Green Village Square Art & Craft Show WellStrung www.wellstrunghighlandsband.com Flooring Designers Market
www.thedesignersmarket.com
Floral Design www.barefootflowergirl.com Barefoot Flower Girl Fiddlehead Designs Oakleaf Weddings www.oakleafweddings.com Florists Fiddlehead Designs 204 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
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Oakleaf Flower & Garden
www.oakleafhighlands.com
Furniture The Brier Patch Carolina Rustic Furniture www.carolinarusticfurniture.com The Catbird Seat www.ryanandcompanyantiques.com Dovetail Antiques Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Eller and Owens Furniture www.ellerandowensfurniture.com Fletcher and Lee www.fletcherandlee.com Francie Hargrove www.franciehargrove.com Highlands Consign and Design Into the Woods Nearly New Midnight Farms www.midnightfarms.com Oakleaf Flower & Garden www.oakleafhighlands.com Reeves Furniture www.reeveshomefurnishings.com Rusticks www.rusticks.com Ryan and Company www.ryanandcompanyantiques.com The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Summer Place Antiques www.summerplaceantiques.com Vivianne Metzger Antiques
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Furniture Consignments The Blue Elephant Page 158 Consignment Market www.consignmentmarketcashiersnc.com Page 116 GG’s Consignments, Etc.* www.ggsconsignment.com Page 116 LOTSA Consignment Page 117 Nearly New Pages 110, 116 Garden Accessories A Jones Company Bird Barn and Gift Emporium www.whiterabbitbotanicals.com White Rabbit Botanicals Garden Supplies www.chattoogagardens.com Chattooga Gardens Highlands Lawn & Garden Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com Gift Shops Around Back at Rocky’s Place www.aroundbackatrockysplace.com Bird Barn and Gift Emporium The Brier Patch Cabin Couture www.cabincouturehighlands.com Cashiers Hillside Artists The Dry Sink www.thedrysink.com Dovetail Antiques www.dutchmansdesigns.com Dutchman’s Designs Ellen’s Fiddlehead Designs Francie Hargrove www.franciehargrove.com Lenz Gifts www.thelookjewelry.com The Look Jewelry
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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS
Midnight Farms www.midnightfarms.com Nora & Co. Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Smitten Stone Lantern www.stonelantern-highlands.com The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com White Rabbit Botanicals www.whiterabbitbotanicals.com Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com
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Golf Cars Appalachian Golf Cars
www.appalachiangolfcars.com
Page 112
Golf Clubs Sky Valley Country Club
www.skyvalleycountryclub.com
Page 160
www.franciehargrove.com Francie Hargrove GG’s Consignments, Etc.* www.ggsconsignment.com Highlands Consign and Design Into the Woods Lenz Gifts Midnight Farms www.midnightfarms.com Nora & Co. Oakleaf Flower & Garden www.oakleafhighlands.com Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Robin’s Nest Stone Lantern www.stonelantern-highlands.com The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Vivianne Metzger Antiques
Page 100
Hospice Care Four Seasons
Golf Tours Tom Chillemi
www.tomsgolftours.com
Gourmet Foods Dusty’s The Hen House
Page 79 Page 3
Grading/Excavating Larry Rogers Construction
Page 100
Grocery Stores Dusty’s
Page 79
Groomers Fancy Paws Woofgang Bakery
Page 58 Page 23
Hair Salons Creative Concepts Head Innovations
Page 142 Page 142
Healing Services Trinity Wellness
Page 106
Health Food Supplies Nature’s Vitamins
Page 58
Heating and Air Madco
www.holleyheating.com
Home Accessories A Jones Company Bird Barn and Gift The Brier Patch www.bumpkins-cashiers.com Bumpkins www.cabincouturehighlands.com Cabin Couture www.carolinarusticfurniture.com Carolina Rustic Furniture Cashiers Emporium www.dutchmansdesigns.com Dutchman’s Designs Dovetail Antiques www.ellerandowensfurniture.com Eller and Owens Furniture www.fletcherandlee.com Fletcher and Lee
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www.wncvolunteer.com
Housekeeping Highlands/Cashiers Concierge & Management Ice cream Creekside Casual Dining SweeTreats Deli
www.sweetreats.com www.sweetreats.com
Page 156
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Interior Design & Home Furnishings Bound’s Cave www.boundscaverugs.com The Brier Patch Bumpkins www.bumpkins-cashiers.com Dovetail Antiques Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com www.fletcherandlee.com Fletcher and Lee Francie Hargrove www.franciehargrove.com Highlands Consign and Design Into the Woods Midnight Farms www.midnightfarms.com Peter J. Pioli Interiors www.macdonaldhomeconstruction.com/interior.html Raffa Design Associates www.raffadesignassociates.com Rusticks www.rusticks.com The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com www.zollerhardware.com Zoller Hardware
Page 149 Page 102 Page 37 Page 31 Page 157 Page 161 Page 151 Page 28 Page 29 Page 76 Page 11 Page 26 Page 49 Page 91 Page 155
Investment Planning Edward Jones Investments www.edwardjones.com www.klfund.com Kingdom Legacy Investments Wells Fargo Advisors
Page 156 Page 141 Page 136
Jewelry - Fashion A Jones Company Alyxandra’s Annawear www.calderonegallery.com Calderone Fine Art Gallery Cashiers Hillside Artists Dovetail Antiques Elevation
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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS Ellen’s Fletcher and Lee www.fletcherandlee.com Francie Hargrove www.franciehargrove.com Gracewear Collection Highlands Fine Art www.highlandsfineartandestatejewelry.com The Look Jewelry www.thelookjewelry.com Midnight Farms www.midnightfarms.com Mountain Mist Gallery www.mountainmistgallery.com Narcissus Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Robin’s Nest Sashay Around www.sashayaround.net Smitten Spoiled Rotten www.spoiledrotten2.com
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Jewelry - Fine Highlands Gem Shop www.highlandsgemshop.com MIrror Lake Antiques & Jewelry Scudder’s www.scuddersgallery.com Stone Lantern www.stonelantern-highlands.com
Page 65 Page 127 Page 121 Page 7
Kitchen Accessories Bird Barn and Gift Emporium Cashiers Emporium The Dry Sink www.thedrysink.com Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com Kitchen, Bath and Closet Design www.summerhousehighlands.com The Summer House Landscapers Lorenzo’s Landscaping Landscaping Supplies www.chattoogagardens.com Chattooga Gardens Highlands Lawn & Garden Lighting The Brier Patch www.bumpkins-cashiers.com Bumpkins www.cabincouturehighlands.com Cabin Couture Carolina Rustic Furniture www.carolinarusticfurniture.com Dovetail Antiques www.fletcherandlee.com Fletcher and Lee www.franciehargrove.com Francie Hargrove Into the Woods Lenz Gifts www.midnightfarms.com Midnight Farms www.summerhousehighlands.com The Summer House Vivianne Metzger Antiques Luggage Cashiers Emporium Man Cave Decor Mantiques 206 | June 2014 | thelaurelmagazine.com
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Massage Therapy Cashiers Chiropractic & Acupuncture Tranquility Cove Massage
www.cashierschiropractic.com www.tranquilitycovemassage.com
Stonework Palillos Stone Masonry
www.palillosstonemasonry.com
Mattresses Blue Ridge Bedding Dutchman’s Designs Fletcher and Lee The Summer House
www.blueridgebedding.com www.dutchmansdesigns.com www.fletcherandlee.com www.summerhousehighlands.com
Movies Highlands Playhouse
www.highlandsplayhouse.org
Museums Museum of American Cut & Engraved Glass Music Stores Blue Ridge Music
www.blueridgemusicacademy.com
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Page 110 Page 8
Nail Care Creative Concepts
Page 142
Office Supplies Zoller Hardware
www.zollerhardware.com
Page 155
Outdoor Adventures Highlands Aerial Park
www.highlandscanopytour.com
Page 158
Party Rentals Professional Party Rentals
www.professionalpartyrentals.com
Page 128
Pet Care/Supplies Fancy Paws Woofgang Bakery Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com
Page 58 Page 23 Page 155
Pharmacies Cashiers Valley Pharmacy Highlands Pharmacy
Page 147 Page 152
Photography Charles Johnson Fine Photography www.charlesjohnsonfineart.com Valentine Photo Studio www.valentinesphotostudio.com
Page 42 Page 130
Picnic Supplies A Jones Company Plants/Nurseries Chattooga Gardens www.chattoogagardens.com Highlands Lawn & Garden Plumbing/Fixtures Zoller Hardware
www.zollerhardware.com
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Porch and Patio Carolina Rustic Furniture Consignment Market Midnight Farms The Summer House
INDEX OF ADVERTISERS www.carolinarusticfurniture.com www.consignmentmarketcashiersnc.com www.midnightfarms.com www.summerhousehighlands.com
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Pottery Around Back at Rocky’s Place www.aroundbackatrockysplace.com Bird Barn and Gift Emporium Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Fletcher and Lee www.fletcherandlee.com The Hen House Midnight Farms www.midnightfarms.com Mountain Mist Gallery www.mountainmistgallery.com Smitten The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com
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Printing Companies Cashiers Printing
Page 143
Produce Cashiers Farmers Market
www.cashiersfarmersmarket.com
Property Management Highlands/Cashiers Concierge & Management Pubs The Ugly Dog Radio Stations WHLC FM 104.5
www.thedogpub.com www.whlc.com
Real Estate Sales Ann Sharpsteen, Steve Owen & Associates www.billyharrisnc.com www.betsypaulproperties.com Betsy Paul www.blair-realty.com Blair Realty www.burlingameccwnc.com Burlingame Cedar Cliff Farms Western Carolina Properties Country Club Properties www.ccphighlandsnc.com www.highlandscoverealty.com Highlands Cove Realty Highlands Mountain Realty Highlands, NC Realty www.highlandsnc.info Tammy Mobley John Cleaveland Realty www.jcrealty.com www.landmarkrg.com Landmark Realty Group McKee Properties Inc. www.mckeeproperties.com www.meadowsmtnrealty.com Meadows Mountain Realty Nadine Paradise www.nadineparadise.com Landmark Realty Group www.patallenrealtygroup.com Pat Allen Realty Group Preserve at Rock Creek www.preserveatrockcreeknc.com Silver Creek Real Estate Group www.ncliving.com
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Stephen “Billy” Harris Steve Owen & Associates
www.billyharrisnc.com
Restaurants Highlands-Cashiers Directory Altitude’s Restaurant www.skylinelodge.com Bella’s www.cashiersfarmersmarket.com Cashiers Farmers Market Chez Dupont & The Stone Soup Cafe Creekside Casual Dining www.sweetreats.com www.cyprushighlands.com Cyprus International Cuisine Dusty’s Fressers Countryard Cafe High Cotton Wine and Cheese Co. www.highcottonwineandcheese.com Highlands Smokehouse www.highlandsrestaurantgroup.net www.lakesiderestaurant.info Lakeside Restaurant Madison’s & Wine Garden www.oldedwardsinn.com On the Verandah www.ontheverandah.com www.theorchardcashiers.com The Orchard Restaurant Ruka’s Table www.rukastable.com SweeTreats Deli www.sweetreats.com The Ugly Dog/Dog House www.theuglydogpub.com Wolfgang’s Restaurant & Wine Bistro www.wolfgangs.net The Zookeeper Bistro Rugs www.boundscave.com Bound’s Cave www.thedesignersmarket.com Designers Market www.ellerandowensfurniture.com Eller and Owens Furniture Into the Woods www.midnightfarms.com Midnight Farms www.shirazruggalleries.com Shiraz Oriental Rug Gallery www.summerhousehighlands.com The Summer House Shipping Services Stork’s Wrap, Pack & Ship Shoes Annawear Bear Mountain Outfitters Elevation www.highlandhiker.com Highland Hiker Martha Anne’s T.J. Bailey For Men www.tjbmens.com Socks Peak Experience
www.peakexp.com
Spices The Spice and Tea Exchange
www.spiceandtea.com
Sportsman Collectibles Mantiques
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Stonework Palillos Stone Masonry
INDEX OF ADVERTISERS www.palillosstonemasonry.com
Sun Control Shades/Blinds Designers Market www.thedesignersmarket.com Into the Woods Tables Dovetail Antiques Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Fletcher and Lee www.fletcherandlee.com Into the Woods Midnight Farms www.midnightfarms.com Teas The Spice and Tea Exchange
www.spiceandtea.com
Theatre/Entertainment Highlands Performing Arts Center www.highlandspac.org www.highlandsplayhouse.org Highlands Playhouse WellStrung www.wellstrunghighlandsband.com Transportation Highlands Transportation Company Travel Tom Chillemi
www.tomsgolftours.com
Vacation Rentals Landmark Vacation Rentals
www.landmarkvacations.com
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Vitamins/Food Supplements Nature’s Vitamins
Page 58
Wellness Services Trinity Wellness
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Wedding Services Annell Metzger, Portrait Artist Barefoot Flower Girl I Do Events Oakleaf Weddings Professional Party Rentals Studio 1658 Sun in My Bellly
www.annell.com www.barefootflowergirl.com www.idoeventsatlanta.com www.oakleafweddings.com www.professionalpartyrentals.com www.studio1658.com www.suninmybelly.com
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Wedding Venues Sawyer Family Farmstead The Vineyard at 37 High Holly
www.sawyerfamilyfarmstead.com www.thevineyardat37highholly.com
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Window Treatments www.thedesignersmarket.com Designers Market Into the Woods www.summerhousehighlands.com The Summer House
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Wine & Accessories Dusty’s www.zollerhardware.com Zoller Hardware
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Zipline Adventures Highlands Aerial Park
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