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nother December is here. Time for gift wrap and caroling, candles and twinkle lights, parties and reflection on the year. As we immerse ourselves in the holidays, we thank you, our readers and advertisers, for the greatest gift - your continued support. Thank you and Merry Christmas! “God bless us, every one!” With gratitude, Janet and Marjorie
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What’s Inside The Laurel THE LAUREL MAGAZINE • DECEMBER 2013
Events
14 • Highlands Annual Christmas Dinner 16 • Shop with a Cop 17 • HCP’s Annual Holiday Reading 19 • The Nutcracker 20 • Highlands Christmas Parade 22 • “Sing We All Noel” 24 • Photos with Santa 26 • Annual Carol Sing 27 • Breakfast with Santa 28 • Cashiers Christmas Parade 30 • Dahlia Festival Winners 31 • Scenes From 32 • Area Calendar
The Arts
36 • Cover Artist Mark Copple 38 • The Art of CynDe Copple 39 • Bascom News 40 • Events at Highlands PAC 41 • Betsy Paul Art Raffle 42 • Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music
Dining
44 • Madison’s Restaurant 46 • Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies 48 • Do We Really Need Wine Ratings? 50 • Stars of the Bars 51 • Dining Guide
History
52 • Highlands History 54 • Cashiers History
Giving Back
66 • Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society 68 • Highlands Literacy Council 68 • Carpe Diem Farms 69 • Hospice and the Holidays 70 • Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust 70 • Highlands Biological Station 71 • Forever Farms 74 • Mountain Findings
Commerce
Homes & Lifestyles 56 • A Kitchen Renovation 58 • Hiking Devil’s Courthouse 60 • The Best Song Ever Written? 62 • Guide to Day Hikes 64 • The Changing Interest Rates 65 • Your Brain, Use It or Loose it
75 • Woof Gang Bakery
Guides
33 • Area Calendar 60 • Dining Guide 67 • Service Directory 110 • Advertisers Index
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Highlands Annual Christmas Dinner EVENTS
Contributed by Rick Siegel Make your reservations now for what may be the final Highlands Annual Christmas Dinner by calling (828) 526-9419.
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ooking back to year. Over the years, the 2001, Jan Zehr dinner has raised around was the owner $130,000. The nonprofits of the Main Street that we’ve supported Inn, and people were have been The Literacy wondering where Council of Highlands, they could send their Highlands-Cashiers Hosguests for a meal on pital, The Highlands Christmas Day. Emergency Council, At that time, no resREACH of Macon Countaurants were open ty, Big Brothers/Big Sison that very special ters of Highlands, Highday. Jan came up with lands Hospice, Carpe the idea of doing a Diem Farms, The HighChristmas Day Meal at lands School Library, The the Main Street Inn to Highlands Free Medical serve Highlanders and Clinic, The Highlands-Cavisitors, and to make shiers Free Dental Clinic, it a fundraiser for our and The Highlands Food local Habitat for HuPantry. manity organization. But like all things, the All accommodations Dinner, for us, has run Much gratitude to Marty Rosenfield and Rick Siegel for their countless hours people would make its course. We hope that over many years organizing the Highlands Annual Christmas Dinner. something, Jan and someone or some group Ferrell would do the might want to continue turkeys and some fabulous desserts, and maybe some- the tradition. But for now, we are preparing for our last body would show up. Dinner. There will be the bountiful buffet of turkey, ham, And they did! Not so many, but we served 50 or so. We tenderloin, and all the sides. We will have a glass of wine offered a homemade meal with desserts, wine as an op- for our adult guests should they want one, and of course, tion, and since we all donated everything we put into the coffee, tea, and other beverages for our guests. And all at meal and had an all-volunteer group working the dinner, the price of $35 for adults, $15 for children under 12, and all the proceeds, around $2000, could go to Habitat. kids five and under eat for free. The dinner continued like that for a few more years, Each year, the sponsorship for this event has grown and we added chefs like Marty Rosenfield, owner of Lake- along with the event. You or your organization can be side Restaurant and Debbie Grossman of Fresser’s Eatery. placed on our donor Recognition Board, as a “Candle” Marty’s wife, Donna Woods, joined us and made her now- for a $100 sponsorship, an “Ornament” for a $250 sponfamous dressing, until Jan sold the Main Street Inn. She sorship, a “Present” for $500, or a “Star” for $1000. Over needed a little break, so we took off a year. the last few years, we have even had donations of $2000 In 2007, Marty and Ricky Siegel of the 4 ½ Street Inn and more that we have recognized as our “Superstars.” got together and decided to bring back the dinner. We You can make out sponsorship checks to H.A.N.D.S, the were able to use the old Log Cabin location for the event, Highlands Area Nonprofit Donation Sharing, a 501(c) (3), and we were back in business. and send them to Lakeside Restaurant, 531 Smallwood Over the next several years, the event continued to Avenue, or the 4 ½ Street Inn, 55 4 ½ Street, both of grow. We moved it to Fresser’s Eatery for a couple of Highlands, NC 28741. All monies raised by this event go to years, where we were able to serve more folks and then the nonprofits. to its current location, The Hudson House of The HighSeating will begin at 11:00 A.M. and continue until 5:00 lands Country Club, which allowed us to serve more P.M, and is by reservation only. You may reserve your guests than ever, and where we will hold the event this seating time by calling (828) 526-9419.
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Shop with a Cop EVENTS
Contributed by Peter Ray
Don’t miss The Rotary’s “Shop with a Cop” Bingo Thursday, December 5, beginning at 6:00 P.M. at the Highlands Community Building.
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magine; there’s a policeman at your door, wanting to speak to your child. And you’re happy. Because you know that he or she has come to take your daughter or son Christmas shopping. This is “Shop with a Cop” in action. Begun in 2008 by the efforts of Macon County Sheriff Robbie Holland, and heavily supported by the Highlands Rotary Club, this program takes deserving kids on a shopping spree. With $100 to spend, a kid and an area cop head out to Walmart to see what they can buy. The only rule is that the child must purchase something for themselves and something for someone else in their family. Last year the program generated nearly $20,000. Highlands Rotary Club was the largest single supporter, contributing about $6,000 through efforts such as “Shop with a Cop” Bingo and the generous gifts of many individual donors. Walmart also does their part by heavily discounting the purchases. Law enforcement officers throughout the county and Highlands take part in this program. Deserving kids are nominated by local family service agencies and then are paired with the officers. Not only does the program help many of these lower-income children with gift-giving but it also helps to humanize the image of the law enforcement officer. So, if you are asked to contribute to this program this Christmas season, please be generous. Gifts can be made to the Macon County Sheriff’s Department, the Highlands Police Department or any member of the Highlands Rotary Club.
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HCP Annual Holiday Reading EVENTS
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are joined by Dr. Bradelebrate Christmas ley Martin to tell us how around the World Australians celebrate during the annual the season. Holiday Reading by the Vangie will tell about Highlands-Cashiers Playher holiday experiences ers at 7:30 P.M. Thursin Brazil. You’ll hear a day, December 12, at beautiful Christmas song the Martin-Lipscomb written by Highlands naPerforming Arts Center tive Betty Holt and peron Chestnut. Admission formed by Vangie and is free. Wayne Coleman. EveryFor more than 16 one is invited to join in years, stories by the favorite carols. players have created Inspiring stories, huvivid Christmas memomor, sentimental memories for their audience. ries -- there’s something This year, Director Vanfor everyone in this holigie Rich is joined by Wayne Coleman, Donna Cochran, Vangie Rich, John Gaston and day performance. No other Highlanders to Mary Ann Ray will share their unforgettable Christmas tales during the tickets are needed. Come share how Christmas annual Holiday Reading, December 12 at the Performing Arts Center. early for a good seat. The is celebrated around Performing Arts Center is the world. Wolfgang and Mindy Green will share German holiday located at 507 Chestnut Street, just four blocks from Hightraditions while Mary Ann Ray and her husband Larry lands’ Main Street.
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4-1/2 Street Inn .....................
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Peak Experience....................
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Museum of American Cut
Wolfgang’s Restaurant &
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Familar Faces in The Nutcracker EVENTS
By Wiley Sloan A group of local dancers shine in “The Nutcracker,” slated for December 20 and 21 at the Smokey Mountain Center for the Performing Arts.
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s there anything that is more reminiscent of the Christmas season than Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker?” A group of local girls will be sharing the magic of this Christmas classic in a trio of performances at Franklin’s Smokey Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Friday, December 20, at 7:00 P.M. and Saturday, December 21, at 2:00 P.M. and at 7:00 P.M. Amber Miller, Ali Bolt, Austin Vinson, Emma Weller, Jessica Campbell, and Anna and Hillary Stiehler join their fellow ballerinas from Betsy’s School of Dance to perform Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece. The original ballet premiered in St. Petersburg, Russia, but was met with tepid reception. The audience just did not follow the story and felt that there were too many youngsters in the dance troupe. It was just too radical for its time period. Brought to America in the 1940s, “The Nutcracker” received a much better reception. It has now become the mainstay of the Christmas season for many cities and towns.
I am sure you remember the story where the family gathers around the elaborately decorated Christmas tree on Christmas Eve. The children excitedly open their gifts. Young Natasha receives a wooden nutcracker as one of her presents. Her rowdy brother breaks the nutcracker. Clara pines for her broken nutcracker but does allow it to not ruin her holiday spirit. After everyone has gone to bed, Clara sneaks back out to check on her treasured nutcracker. Magically he comes to life. That’s when the true fantasy begins. Clara is rescued from the evil Rat King while she travels through the snowflake forest and the Land of Sweets. Dancers of all levels can find their spot in this toe-tapping performance. What young girl who has taken dance does not fondly remember her dance performance in the local production of “The Nutcracker?” Eye-catching costumes, inspiring music and the cherub faces of excited young children fill everyone with the wonder of Christmas. To get your tickets go to info@greatmountainmusic. com or call (866) 273-4615. See you at “The Nutcracker.”
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Christmas Parade EVENTS
By Luke Osteen
The Highlands Olde Mountain Christmas Parade, set for Saturday, December 7, may be the world’s biggest small-town Christmas.
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f you’re one of those who bemoan the commercialization of Christmas and longs for a simpler celebration of the season, mark your calendar for 11:00 A.M. Saturday, December 7. That’s when the twenty-first incarnation of the Highlands Olde Mountain Christmas Parade winds down Main Street. The parade is the perfect tonic for the overblown, incredibly polished corporate exercises staged in other parts of the country. There’s a warm, homemade feel to much of the Highlands parade since it’s staged entirely by local groups, churches, businesses, fire departments and bands of neighbors. It’s all delivered with pride, sparkle and more than a little bit of humor. You’ll find handmade floats, at least one marching band, dancing garden ladies, dogs that amble more or less in formation, fire trucks, Smokey the Bear, classic cars, horses, the Highlands High School Homecoming Court, local politicians, and, of course, Santa. It’s not uncommon for the parade to draw over 80 entries. That’s a remarkable accomplishment for a town with a year-round population of around 2,000. People begin lining Main Street early to ensure they get a good view and to chat with neighbors and visitors. The parade route spans three blocks, so there should be plenty of room for everyone. If you are part of a group that would like to be included in the lineup, contact the Highlands Chamber of Commerce at (828) 526-2112 or visit Jennifer Smathers at the Visitor Center, 108 Main Street. If you’re thinking of inviting Santa to participate in your entry, please note that he’s already accepted the Chamber’s invitation to appear at the end of the parade. You wouldn’t want to confuse the kids.
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“Sing We All Noel ” EVENTS
By Wiley Sloan The Highlands Community Christian Chorale will stage its annual Christmas Concert at 5:00 P.M. Saturday, December 14, and Sunday, December 15, at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation.
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elebrate the season at The Highlands Community Christian Chorale’s Christmas Concert at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation at 5:00 P.M. Saturday, December 14, and 5:00 P.M. Sunday, December 15. A reception will follow the Sunday performance. The church is located at the corner of Fifth and Main Streets. The Chorale will consist of 40 of our areas’ most talented singers who have been practicing for this performance since Labor Day. They are performing under the direction of conductor Grat Rosazza. This year’s concert, entitled “Sing We All Noel,” will feature songs that we all know and love. “There will be something for everyone in this concert,” Grat says. “Whether you prefer classical, traditional or folk music, you won’t be disappointed in this year’s program. I am a big fan of the work of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, so expect to hear at least one or two arrangements.” Classic song lovers will be inspired by Faure’s “Cantique de Jean Racine” written by the 19-year-old French composer in the 1860s. Enjoy the soothing tones of harpist Valerie Von Pechy Whitcup as she accompanies the chorale. The
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African-American carol “Go Tell It on the Mountain” was written about the same time period as the “Cantique” and boasts a lively beat. You will be tapping your toes for this one. The Catalanish song “Fum, Fum, Fum,” originated in the late 16th or early 17th century. I look forward to the chorale’s rendition of “O Holy Night.” That is one of my favorite Christmas songs. “Many people feel that Christmas would not be Christmas without one or two pieces from Handel’s ‘The Messiah.’ We have included that too,” says Grat. In addition to the harp, the chorale will be accompanied by Bryan Heller, pianist for the Cashiers United Methodist Church, and a small string orchestra. Everyone will get a chance to sing Christmas carols during intermission. I look forward to seeing each of you at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation for one of these inspiring performances. Come early as the venues tend to fill up quickly. Be prepared to share a small donation to help the chorale offset the cost of music.
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Photos with Santa EVENTS
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Santa will be visiting Highlands Town Square for photos and fun throughout the Christmas Season.
ow that the holiday season is here, a lot of kids and more than a few adults are taking stock of their lives and making adjustments. Others are compiling lists of things needed and desired, the fruits of a year’s worth of good behavior. Whichever camp they fall in, they’re counting the days until Santa Claus arrives in Highlands at Town Square. He’ll be there Saturdays leading up to Christmas. Even in the hectic days leading up to Christmas, Santa manages to find time to sit and listen to his friends and Highlands has long been one of his favorite spots. According to insider accounts, the clean mountain air helps him maintain his unfailingly cheerful
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spirit, which makes Highlands one of the ideal spots to ask for an especially unlikely present or to appeal for clemency. If you’re so inclined, you can bring a treat for Santa or his reindeer. But really, none of that is necessary. He packs on the snacks in those few hours before dawn on Christmas morning and the reindeer are confined to a high-carb sprinter’s diet in the weeks leading up to the Big Night. If you have questions about Santa’s busy schedule or the events that mark Highlands’ Holiday Season – the Olde Mountain Christmas Parade, the worship schedules of local churches – contact the Highlands Visitor Center at (828) 526-2112.
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Carol Sing
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By Wiley Sloan The sanctuary of the First Presbyterian Church of Highlands is the perfect setting for the Town Carol Sing.
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t’s almost a certainty that Highlands’ Olde Mountain Christmas Parade, set for Saturday, December 7, will have you humming Christmas carols non-stop. If that’s the case, take time for a leisurely lunch and then join your friends at the First Presbyterian Church of Highlands at 2:00 P.M. Song Leader Stell Huie and pianist/organist Angie Jenkins will lead everyone in well-loved Christmas carols. Young and old alike celebrate the season in song at this annual event. For years to come, your family will speak fondly of this favorite Christmas outing. The church is located at the corner of Fifth and Main Street, high on the hill. Dress is casual. If you have questions, call the church office at (828) 526-3175.
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Breakfast with Santa EVENTS
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anta Claus will visit Highlands United Methodist Church for a breakfast with local children and those from far away at 8:30 A.M. Saturday, December 14. After a delicious breakfast prepared by church volunteers, children will get to complete a holiday craft and listen to the traditional Nativity story. Each child will have the opportunity to talk to Santa and tell him what they’re hoping to find this Christmas. The suggested donation is $10 per family. Reservations should be made by calling the church no later than Monday, December 9, at (828) 526-3376. Jennifer Forrester, Director of Children Ministries at HUMC, says, “The children will have plenty of time to share their Christmas list with Santa and to have pictures made. Make your reservations early and come out for a stellar holiday celebration with Santa.� The church is located at 315 Main Street, the site of the Town Christmas Tree.
Santa delights in greeting his youngest fans and reminding them of the promise at the heart of Christmas.
For a comprehensive list of area events and happenings visit highlands-cashierscalendar.com
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Cashiers Christmas Parade EVENTS
By Luke Osteen | Photo by Sarah Valentine
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ashiers is a tiny community (slightly smaller than Highlands, a bit bigger than Whoville), but some how it manages to stage one of the most beloved Christmas Parades in Western North Carolina, year after year. This year’s parade, the 39th, will launch at noon on Saturday, December 14. It’ll wind through the Crossroads at the intersection of Highways 107 and 64 and you can expect to see marching bands, floats, dancers, horses,
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dogs, antique fire engines and, of course, Santa Claus. The parade route will include three stops where bands, floats and other groups can sing or play a recorded version of their musical selection and invite parade viewers to sing along. If you’d like to enter the parade, contact the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce at info@cashiersareachamber.com. They have people standing by to help make you realize your vision.
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Dahlia Festival Winners EVENTS
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Over 8-inch Bloom; Best in Show n Saturday, September 14, -- Nancy Anderson; First Place -floral enthusiasts filled the Doug Aldridge; Second Place -- BarHighlands Civic Center to bara/Jim Estes; Third Place – Betty view hundreds of spectacular blosHankey; Honorable Mention: Barsoms harvested from local gardens bara Estes, Michael Holland, and at the Annual Dazzlin Dahlia FestiNancy Anderson val. Under 8-inch Bloom: Best in The more than two hundred enShow – Tom Claiborn; First Place tries included dahlias of all sizes Barbara/Jim Estes; Second Place and colors. Each bloom was grown – Carolyn Marshall; Third Place -by amateur dahlia enthusiasts and Ann Benton; Honorable Mention: judged by local experts. Beguiling dahlias charm hundreds at the Barbara Estes (six entries), Sally We applaud the following winHighlands Civic Center. Caffery, Clement Davis (six entries), ners for this year’s festival: Multiple Blooms: Best in Show Michael Holland; First Marlo Hernandez, Lorraine Bryant (four entries), Nancy Place -- Beverly Howell; Second Place – Mike Kaiser; Third Anderson, Tom Claiborn, Ann Benton (four entries) Becky Place – Clyde Howell; Honorable Mention: Berry Edwards, McKee, Tom Crawford (two entries), Clyde Howell, BevRobin Phillips (three entries), Betty Fisher (two entries), erly Howell, Penny West, and Jane Youmans Novelty Bloom: Best in Show – Pam Brown; First Place Mark Han, and Marlene Viers Arrangement: Best in Show -- Michael Holland; First – Beverly Howell; Second Place – Nancy Anderson; HonorPlace – Cecile McCaul, Charlotte Hamner; Second Place - able Mention: Tom Claiborn, Pamela Brown, and Mary Sammie Lefler; Third Place Betty Fisher; Honorable Men- Berry Next year’s Dazzlin’ Dahlias Festival will be on Septemtion: Doug Aldridge, Becky McKee, Pamela Brown, Sandy ber 20, the third weekend of the month. Norton, and Barbara Estes
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Scenes From Our Towns‌ EVENTS
Photos by Sarah Valentine
Home Town Day The Town of Highlands Hosted Home Town Day on Saturday November 2 at Pine Street Park. The festivities included live music, games for all ages and local arts and crafts.
Highlands Halloween For more than 20 years, youngsters of all ages have been enjoying a community Halloween celebration on the streets of downtown Highlands. Sponsored by the Highlands Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center, it provides a safe, fun-filled environment.
Highlands Culinary Weekend The Highlands Chamber of Commerce sponsored the annual Highlands Culinary Weekend November 7 - 10. The weekend began with the Opening Night Celebration which ushered in three days of culinary delights.
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Mark Your Calendar • The Bascom current exhibitions: Barbara Sorenson: Goddesses through December 16, Mountains in Bloom Garden Artists exhibition, thru December 29; American Art Today: Figures through January 5, 2014, (828) 526-4949. • Festival of Trees and Lights, The Village Green will add holiday sparkle again this season with Christmas On the Green through January 6. • Rotary “Shop with a Cop” Bingo, 6:00 P.M., Thursday, December 5, Highlands Community Building. • Free Children’s Movies, 3:30 P.M., Wednesday, December 4, Hudson Library, (828) 526-3031. • Free Movie, 3:00 P.M., Thursday, December 5, Albert Carlton Community Library, (828) 743-0215. • Highlands Christmas Parade, 11:00 A.M., Saturday, December 7, Main Street, Highlands Chamber of Commerce, (828) 526-2112. • Family and Adult Activities, after the Highlands parade, 1:00 P.M., Saturday, December 7, Highlands Nature Center, (828) 526-2602. • Annual Town Carol Sing, 2:00 P.M., Saturday, December 7, First Presbyterian Church of Highlands, (828) 526-3175. • Live Music: Circus Mutt at The Ugly Dog Pub, Saturday, December 7, (828) 526-8364. • Highlands-Cashiers Players Annual Holiday Reading, 7:30 P.M., Thursday, December 12, Performing Arts Center. • Classics by Steve Johannessen, Friday, December 13, Buck’s Coffee Cafe , Cashiers, (828) 743-9997. • Breakfast with Santa, 8:30 A.M., Saturday, December 14, Highlands United Methodist Church, reservations by December 9, (828) 526-3376. • Cashiers 39th annual Christmas Parade, featuring custom built floats and a visit from Santa Claus, Noon, Saturday, December 14, Crossroads, Cashiers. • MET Opera Live in HD, 12:55 P.M., Saturday, December 14, Highlands Performing Arts Center, (828) 526-9047. • Annual Christmas Concert, “Sing We All Noel,” by Highlands Community Christian Chorale, 5:00 P.M. Saturday, December 14, and Sunday, December 15, Episcopal Church of the Incarnation. • Live Music: High 5 at The Ugly Dog Pub, Saturday, December 14, (828) 526-8364. • Recently Released Movies, 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, December 18, Hudson Library, (828) 526-3031. • Free Movie, 3:00 P.M., Thursday, December 19, Albert Carlton Community
Library, 828) 743-0215. • Woof Gang Bakery Annual Holiday Yappy Hour, 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M., Saturday, December 21, with introductory reception for Shea Hensel, (828) 743-9663. Percentage of event’s sales to benefit local animal shelters. • Live Music: Shane Bridges at The Ugly Dog Pub, Saturday, December 21, (828) 526-8364. • The Nutcracker, 7:00 P.M., Friday December 20 and 2:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. Saturday, December 21, Smokey Mountain Center of the Performing Arts, (866) 2734615. • Highlands Annual Christmas Dinner, 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Wednesday, December 25, by reservations only. (828) 526-9419. • Live Music: Grace Adele and The Grand Band from Nashville at The Ugly Dog Pub, Saturday, December 28, (828) 526-8364. • Betsy Paul Art Raffle, to benefit Cashiers Glenville Volunteer Fire Department, featuring one-of-a-kind photo by Robert (Bob) Barnhill, December 31. For more information, call (828) 743-0880. • New Year’s Eve Dinner, 6:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 31, Wolfgang’s Restaurant & Wine Bistro, (828) 526-3807. • New Year’s Eve Party with Porch 40, at The Ugly Dog Pub, Tuesday, December 31, (828) 526-8364.
Weekly Events EVERY MONDAY • Dulcimer Lessons - Intermediate Class 10:00 A.M., Beginners Noon, Highlands United Methodist church, (828) 787-1586. 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., Scaly Mountain Fire Department Community Center, Calderone Gallery, (706) 746-5540. • Duplicate Bridge, 1:45 P.M., Albert Carlton-Cashiers Community Library. (828) 743-0215. 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) 7430215. • 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,(706) 746-5540. • Movies at Highlands Playhouse, showings 4:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. (828) 526-2695. EVERY FRIDAY • Weekly Grief Support Group in The Highlands, 10:30 A.M. to Noon, Jane Woodruff Clinic - Suite 201 (on the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital campus), Free – Open to the Community, (828) 6926178. • Duplicate Bridge Games, 12:45 P.M., Highlands Civic Center. • Movies at Highlands Playhouse, showings 4:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. (828) 526-2695. • 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) 7829852. EVERY SATURDAY • Complimentary Wine Tasting, 2:30 P.M. to 4:00 P.M., Old Edwards Inn Lobby, (828) 787-2625. • Photos with Santa, Highlands Town Square, Call Highlands Visitors Center for more information, (828) 526-2112. • Movies at Highlands Playhouse, showings 4:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. (828) 526-2695. • 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 4:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. (828) 526-2695.
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Cover Artist Mark Copple THE ARTS
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ark Copple, fine artist, co-owner of Tsartistry Gallery, and an Everyman kind of guy has a dresser full of paint-splattered clothes, the attire in which he feels most at home. Even so, he was thrilled to don his Sunday-best four years ago for the opening of his gallery, Tsartistry located on the Highlands Road at 20 Cullasaja Vista Lane, three miles outside Franklin. Tsartistry, a labor of love, started out as extended studio space for Mark and his artist wife, CynDe. The Copples turned an old apple barn into a studio/gallery and invited several local artists to show their work in the gallery display area. The rich wood interior and the quality museum lighting encourage visitors to kick-back and spend an hour or two just soaking up the beauty of the art and Mark’s hand-hewn space it occupies. Tsar is Russian for ruler or king. Mark spent a great deal of time in Russia doing mission work. In fact he was unintentionally in the middle of a coup in 1993 when tanks rumbled across his path and held the Kremlin captive. He has many stories to tell of his Russian experience (and his mission work worldwide) none the least of which is acquiring a Russian son-in-law. So it seemed fitting to splice tsar and art into his gallery name, Tsartistry, art that is fit for a king, but created for everyone. While mission work is at his core, so is building something from nothing and celebrating those who do the same. He feels a kinship with painters of Realism who celebrate the common man and woman. A favorite example is the Millet painting, “The Gleaners” from the mid 1800s. In 44 | December 2013 | www.thelaurelmagazine.com
it women scrape up enough grains of wheat after harvest for a single loaf of bread for their families. Realist painters were revolutionary, shifting focus from the elite to the poor and their plight. That approach is something with which Mark identifies. When he visits another country, he makes friends of the common folk, building mutual trust and respect. He feels that is where the real mission work and his artistic inspiration begin. Working with watercolor and pen and ink are Mark’s mediums of choice. Growing up, Saturday mornings at 5:00 a.m. were spent in front of his black and white TV drawing with Jon Gnagy. Gnagy, who taught kids how to draw on his syndicated show, launched Mark’s art career, which was supplemented by hours spent in the fine art museums in California where he grew up. Because of his love for the common man and God’s creation, it is no wonder Mark’s subjects are landscapes dotted with figures of ordinary blue-collar folks. Mark enjoys the artistic process, believing all of life is a process. Sometimes it is frustrating; sometimes it is gratifying. For Mark it is all a magnificent journey. He does his best to live every minute to its fullest. And he captures those minutes exquisitely in his renderings. To see more of his art and craft from the remodeling of the barn to his drawings and paintings, call, or visit Tsartistry at (828) 524-5359. Winter hours: Tuesday, 9:00 A.M to 3:00 P.M., Wednesday through Saturday, 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Or go to the website Tsartistry.com.
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The Art of CynDe Copple THE ARTS
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ost artists are right-brained, meaning their brain’s artistic hemisphere is dominant. Occasionally an artist is lucky enough to have the artistic right and the analytical left equally active. It’s a gift … unless one gets in the way of the other. CynDe Copple loved to draw as a teenager, particularly lions and leopards. In fact if it belonged to the animal kingdom, CynDe drew it. She liked movement. No stagnant face-front images for her. Later in life she developed a fascination for horses with their manes rippling in the wind as they galloped, muscles taut and coats gleaming. During these times, her right brain: happy. But in her teens, as college enrollment approached, her parents convinced her that a real job would serve her better than an iffy art career, so she pursued accounting and got her licensure as a C.P.A. Left brain: gloating. Along the way she met her future husband, Mark Copple (cover artist) whom she had known for almost a decade, first as a contractor in Florida, later as a family 46 | December 2013 | www.thelaurelmagazine.com
friend. He had moved to California and they kept in contact by phone. Her right brain, never truly abandoned, was hungry for challenge and Mark provided it by suggesting drawing exercises, which she hungrily devoured. Art lessons expanded into romance and Mark moved cross-country to be with CynDe. Their union was and is a happily-ever-after. After combining families with kids, CynDe was caught up in the make-a-living world to help support the household, still yearning to be more involved in art. She says, “In 2006 when my oldest daughter graduated, I began painting. I wanted to do oils because my grandmother started oils in her late 40s. At that time I was in my mid to late 40s and I figured if she could do it, so could I.” She painted for six years before she felt a shift in her artistic direction. Her left brain insisted on realism, but her right brain was moving more toward abstract. About that time all of her art friends were making dramatic changes in their styles. She followed suit, moving to an entirely new medium, fiber art
and quilting. She researched several books (that satisfied her left brain) and then plunged into machine quilting. As soon as she began, she knew she has made the right decision. Everything fell into place beautifully. She wanted to focus on movement, which she had explored in her horse studies, so she began loosely sketching in sweeping fluid lines. This translated into large areas of flowing shapes, forms, and color. The result: an inspiration for her first series: Genesis. She is halfway through seven pieces depicting the creation in cloth. It is not only artistically satisfying, it is spiritually fulfilling. Bonus: both sides of her brain are happily collaborating. To see more of CynDe’s work visit her at Tsartistry. She is there 9:00 to 3:00 on Tuesdays and 9:00 to 4:00, Wednesdays through Saturdays. You can call her during business hours: (828) 524-5359. Or go to the website Tsartistry.com. E-mail: ccopple@tsartistry.com.
Bascom News THE ARTS
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The Bascom offers the gift of art for the connoisseurs on your Holiday List.
he Highlands-Cashiers area is a wonderful place to spend the holidays. Whether you’re a resident or guest, it’s a great time to work on your gift list. One unique resource is The Bascom, which offers these gift suggestions: • Membership in The Bascom. This is truly a gift that will keep on giving all year long -- perfect for all ages and stages, for family, teachers, budding artists, the newly retired and those on a budget. Contact Pat Turnbull at (828) 787-2898 or pturnbull@thebascom.org. • Workshops, classes and Art by Appointment. Give a class or workshop that someone special has always wanted to take. Or make it even more unique with an Art by Appointment, where your recipient can design his/her own creative experience! For youth, contact Will Barclift at (828) 787-2897 or wbarclift@thebascom.org; for adults, call Sara Hill at (828) 787-2865 or shill@thebascom.org. • The Shop at The Bascom. For a carefully curated selection of artist-made items, our shop is full of handmade, one-of-a-kind works of art -- ceramics, jewelry, textiles, art glass, wood and more. Contact Anne Barrette at (828) 787-2863 or abarrette@thebascom.org. • Venue rental. The Bascom’s beautiful all-weather Terrace and other spaces are the perfect sites for a holiday party or a family reunion. Contact Claire Cameron at (828) 787-2882 or ccameron@thebascom.org. • Patron of the Arts. Be or give a Patron of the Arts, which includes a Director’s Circle Connoisseur membership and Benefactor level tickets to all three 2014 benefit events (Collective Spirits, Mountains in Bloom and Celebration!). Contact Pat Turnbull at (828) 787-2898 or pturnbull@thebascom.org. • Artist commission. Commission a special work of art from one of The Bascom’s featured artists, such as Frank Vickery or Wesley Wofford. Find out more by contacting Anne Barrette at (828) 787-2863 or abarrette@thebascom.org. • Grant or scholarship. Make a difference in many lives by funding a grant or scholarship to The Bascom, in honor or in memory of someone special. It’s a wonderful way to be philanthropic this season. Please contact Will Barclift at (828) 787-2897 or wbarclift@thebascom.org.
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Events at Highlands PAC THE ARTS
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Contributed by Mary Adair Leslie
28-eight operas to be a njoy the MET Opera comedy. It was also the Live in HD at Highthird of Verdi’s operas lands PAC, Saturday, to be based on a ShakeDecember 14, beginning spearean play, followat 12:55 P.M. ing his earlier “Macbeth” An undisputed master and “Othello.” “Falstaff” of Verdi’s final comic mashas long been an adterpiece, James Levine mired favorite with critics conducts Robert Carsen’s and musicians because acclaimed production, the of its brilliant orchestrafirst new Met “Falstaff” tion, scintillating libretto since 1964. Ambrogio and refined melodic inMaestri sings the role of vention. It is in the stanthe blustery Sir John Faldard repertoire of many staff, opposite a marvelopera companies. ous ensemble cast, includA Pre-Opera discussion ing Angela Meade and The Saturday December 14 MET Opera Live in HD at PAC will feature the performance of “Falstaff.” will begin at 12:30 P.M., Stephanie Blythe. with the Live Stream be“Falstaff” was adapted by Arrigo Boito from Shakespeare’s plays “The Merry ginning at 12:55 P.M. Tickets are available online at highWives of Windsor” and scenes from “Henry IV.” It pre- landspac.org or by calling (828) 526-9047. $24 Adults; $12 miered in 1893 at La Scala, Milan, to great success. “Fal- Students: PAC members and MET members receive a 15 staff” was Verdi’s last opera, and only the second of his percent discount. 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands.
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Betsy Paul Art Raffle THE ARTS
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truly enjoy the beauty of nature and he art raffle prize for the month take his photography to the next levof December is a one-of-a-kind el. “The landscapes and wildlife are photograph aptly named “Tranbreathtaking. There are no words sition” generously donated by Robert to describe the beauty of the plants (Bob) Barnhill. This unique photo of and wildflowers, as well as the aweWhiteside Mountain would be a lovesome beauty of the lakes, streams ly addition to any mountain home. and waterfalls.” “Mother Nature paints with a kaleiBob has dabbled in photography doscope of colors to create a natural for most of his life and now has canvas of indescribable beauty!” Bob the time to devote his efforts to has spent a good portion of his life his true passion for nature photogtrying to capture these images. He raphy. To see more of his photogconsiders it his responsibility to reproraphy visit his website NatureArtduce these creations as naturally as The Betsy Paul art raffle for the Cashiers GlenPhotography.com. possible and he works hard to do so. ville Volunteer Fire Department, will be held on December 31, in the afternoon. For more Viewers are invited to see each Bob has always been fascinated by information, call (828) 743-0880. month’s raffle item on display from nature. It is so complex and revealing, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday yet so simple to merely view and enjoy. He has been rewarded many times over with the enjoy- through Saturday at Betsy Paul Properties, 870 Highway 64 West, Cashiers, NC. Tickets may be purchased at her office, ment received from capturing these natural images. Bob spent most of his life in Florida but just recently or donations can also be mailed directly to the Cashiersmoved to the mountains of Western North Carolina, one Glenville Fire Department, P.O. Box 713, Cashiers, North of the most beautiful places on earth. He now immerses Carolina, 28717. For more information contact Betsy Paul himself in a different natural environment where he can Properties, (828)743-0880.
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Salon at Six THE ARTS
By Luke Osteen
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overs of jazz and self-taught American Folk Art are invited to the home of Lynne and Jim Browne for the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival’s Salon at Six, slated for July 17, 2014. Centerpiece of the evening is Jazz Pianist Gary Motley, who will perform on the Browne’s 1939 Knabe grand piano, with its distinctive butterfly art deco design. There’ll also be light hors d’oeuvres and wine served to patrons. The Browne’s Highlands home is a showcase for the couple’s rich collection of Southern African American Folk Art. “We’ve been collecting this unique art for decades, and we’re happy to display it to the public” says Lynne. “We invited the Center for Life Enrichment to our home and we presented our collection and explained the various pieces. Self-taught art is so interesting – each piece tells a unique story. I love to talk about it – for 25 years I served as a docent for the High Museum of Art (in Atlanta). We’ve hosted the annual conference of the Folk Art Society of America. I guess you could say folk art is in our blood – our daughter Margaret owns Chivaree Southern Art & Design in Cashiers and includes folk/self-taught art in her gallery.” Though the Brownes have only lived in Highlands a short while, they’ve already plunged into community life.
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Lynne serves on the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival’s Board of Directors and is tireless in her enthusiasm for this internationally-recognized local institution. “Kathy Whitehead, our president, is so inspiring – she’s so creative and indefatigable,” she explains. “And Kathy is matched by (Festival Artistic Director) William Ransom. I can’t believe how much Will gets done. He’s a real treasure.” Like his Salon at Six hosts, pianist Gary Motley enjoys a national reputation. In 2006, his “Highland Summit: A Suite for String Quartet and Jazz Quartet” was premiered at the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival with the Vega String Quartet. Last summer, he joined classical saxophonist Leo Sanguiguit, jazz saxophonist Dwight Andrews and classical pianist Elena Cholakova onstage at the festival for Fernande Decruck’s “Sonata in C#;” Richard Rodney Bennett’s “Ballad in memory of Shirley Horn;” and Irwin Schulhoff’s “Hot Sonata.” The quartet then broke loose with true jazz performances that rarely make their way onto chamber music schedules. For information about Salon at Six at the home of Lynne and Jim Brown, or the 2014 season of the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival, call (828) 526-9060 or email hccmf@frontier.com.
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Madison’s Restaurant DINING
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By Luke Osteen | Photo by Marjorie Fielding
he Old Edwith leftovers, wards Inn yet proved to be and Spa has silken and smooth won an internaand redolent of an tional reputation Asian spice market. for luxury and comMy sweetie opted fort – Travel and Leifor something sure’s 2103 #2 Best simple – the Fresh Resort in the United Garden Salad. Sure States, 2013 Conenough, you could dé Nast Traveler’s tell that the vegeGold List and Travel tables were grown and Leisure’s 2013 five miles away. 23rd Best Resort in Paired with the the World. house-made apple That means that cider vinaigrette the house restauand Madison’s has rant – Madison’s transformed this – has an extraordimost simple of salnary reputation to ads into something live up to. extraordinary. First impressions I went along Coffee Dusted Venison Loin are promising. The with the Vanilla well-appointed Roasted Pear – a chairs are made for luxuriating. Lighting is subdued and heady creation complemented with Kale and Baby Arucareful, setting the stage for whispered intimacies. gula Salad, Candied Walnuts, Butternut Jelly, and Crispy Our server Andi was bright and efficient and imminently Goat Cheese Fritters, drizzled with an exquisitely senconversant about the evening’s choices. Her surprising sual Walnut Vinaigrette. This played my taste buds like a flashes of humor were a tonic to intimations of stuffiness pinball machine. that such rarefied surroundings could foster. Our entrees offered further proof that Chef JoNow I don’t drink, but my companions relied upon Curt, hannes relishes the promise afforded all of that our wine navigator, for their selection. That’s right, a wine extra-fresh produce. navigator. As far as I can tell, a wine navigator is a sommeMy girlfriend ordered the Riesling Poached Sunburst lier without the $100 attitude. Curt was warm, self-effacing Trout, which came adorned with Braised Red Cabbage, and deeply, deeply knowledgeable. He carefully listened Butternut Purée, Roasted Pears, Toasted Walnut, and to our dining choices, our experiences, even the peculiari- Riesling Froth. ties of our taste buds before making his suggestions. This Our friend opted for the Coffee Dusted Venison Loin, guy is good. served with Cauliflower, Roasted Apples, Matsutake, But all of this is window dressing to the menu. Chef Jo- Whole Grain Mustard Spaetzle, and Chestnut Honey Jus. hannes Klapdohr, who’s won the prestigious King of the For me, it was Roasted Cornish Hen. I know that sounds Mountain Chefs Challenge twice, is committed to farm-to- incredibly bland, but consider this – it came with Green table sustainable dining. That means that the foundations and White Asparagus, Boiled Peanut Purée, Roasted New of the meal come from Madison’s Organic Kitchen Garden. Potatoes, and a remarkable RC Cola Barbecue Sauce. You He also draws upon the produce of local farmers at Brass- know how the Highlands Olde Mountain Christmas Parade town Beef, Sunburst Trout Farm, Jolley Farms, Painted always astonishes you with its unique combination of the Hills Farm, Barkers Creek Mill, Faith Harvest Farm, Ben- comfort of down home and the elegantly sophisticated? ton’s Country Ham, The Chef’s Garden and Sweet Grass Well, this humble hen did the same thing for my palate. Dairy. This ensures freshness and a menu that’s kaleidoHere’s something sad – I really haven’t gone into any scopic in its variety. detail about the richness of our selections and the deeply The proof was in the pudding, or in this case, the appetiz- seductive ambience. I’ve run out of space. ers. My friend opted for the Roasted Rutabaga and ChestBut I have just enough room for two more words – nut Soup, which sounds like something thrown together Chocolate soufflé! 44 | December 2013 | www.thelaurelmagazine.com
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Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies DINING
Contributed by Dr. Anastasia Halldin, Nutrition Coach www.healthymamainfo.com
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or easy Christmas cookies, nothing beats these simple and healthy ones. Full of festive cranberries, they are chewy, crunchy and melt in your mouth. Making them takes 15 minutes and they are very pretty as gifts.
Ingredients 1.5 cups Rolled Oats 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour 1/2 tsp Baking Soda 1/2 tsp Sea Salt 1/2 cup Coconut Oil may use regular butter instead 1 cup Brown Sugar 2 Ripe Bananas Mashed 1/2 cup Water 2 Eggs, beaten 1/2 cup Raisins 1/2 cup Cranberries Instructions Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease two cookie sheets. Sift the flour, the salt and the baking soda in a large bowl. Stir in the oats, the raisins and the cranberries.
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In a separate bowl, mix the sugar with the bananas, the coconut oil, the water and the eggs. Add this mixture to the dry mixture and
mix well. Drop by round spoonfuls into the cookie sheets. Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the edges begin to turn brownish.
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Do We Need Wine Ratings? DINING
Curt Christiansen, Wine Navigator Madison’s Restaurant empiricon@hotmail.com
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et’s just look at the rating parameters used by the most popular wine publications. First, we have the most popular 100-point based ratings. I have seen the same wine rated a 92 in one publication and a 69 in another.
Are we being subjected to a reviewer’s personal preference or the preferences of a panel of reviewers? It’s a 100 point scale, yet I have never seen a rating in the 50s. So is it really a 50-point scale? That would make slightly more sense. Even so, is there really a difference between a 90 and a 91, other than the order of tasting or the realization that you can’t be relevant and rate 100 wines with 60 of them rating a 90? If you really look at it, the 100-point rating scale is for all practical purposes a 20-point rating scale. On the other hand, we have the 5-star scale. We have to assume that a 1 is not a wine we would want
in our glass. So, is it really a 4-star rating system? In this instance, we are faced with the opposite quandary. In a 4-star rating system there must be a vast difference in subjective quality between 1 star and another. “Subjective” is the key word here. If you remove the numerical rating from any review, you are left with the description of the wines’ attributes regardless of whether the reviewer sees them as positive or negative. For fun, have a friend read a few reviews and then try to guess the numerical rating or how many stars it received and it quickly becomes evident that reviews are as subjective as the tastes of the readers.
I rarely buy wine that I do not taste first, so in a very real way I am inserting my own subjective idea of quality into my selections. When I suggest a wine, I simply describe the wine as honestly as I can and why I think it will complement a certain dish. And no one has ever said to me, “I want a wine that tastes like 92 points.” There are more people enjoying wine than ever and they know what they like. Ratings will always be a part of the wine industry, but we don’t have to buy into it. Know what you like, drink what you like, and take ratings as opinions -- when it come to you, it’s yours that matters. Drink well, Curt
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Star of the Bar at Wolfgang’s DINING
By Wiley Sloan | Photos by Marjorie Fielding
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elebrate the holidays with your favorite wine, beer or cocktail at Wolfgang’s Bistro. The gentle warmth of the fireplace chases away winter’s chill as you chat with friends. Bar Manager Heather Johnson and all the dedicated professionals at Wolfgang’s look forward to serving your favorite beverage. Wolfgang’s is the winner of multiple awards including Best of Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator for 11 years for their extensive wine list. They also offer a number of craft beers and have recently added some craft liquors to their inventory. Heather has worked in several different Western North Carolina cities. She really enjoys meeting people and likes the challenge of making sure that every customer finds the beverage that they enjoy most. Whether you are a wine drinker, a beer or cocktail drinker, Heather says you will find the taste you prefer here at Wolfgang’s. When it is time to branch out from your tried and true drink, check out two unique martinis offered at Wolfgang’s. For a slightly tart flavor, you’ll enjoy the hint of fresh basil added to your favorite martini. For a slightly sweeter drink, the pomegranate juice will tingle your taste buds. Think about Wolfgang’s as Highlands’ neighborhood bar. It is the place where friends and neighbors come to enjoy their favorite libation while catching up on the latest news. It is also a great place for newcomers to get up-to-speed on places to see and events that are coming soon. Jovial laughter fills the air as people enjoy tasty small bites along with their favorite beverage. Heather has served tables but prefers to work behind the bar. At the bar, she gets the opportunity to interact with her customers more. She loves sharing her knowledge of the area with customers and hearing their tales of adventure. At first glance you might never dream that Heather is a thespian at heart. Her repertoire includes a number of Shakespearean roles plus performances in the Agatha Christy show “Patience.” Ask her about her role as Suzy in “Wait Until Dark” or one of her roles in various cabaret shows. Many famous actors/actresses have supported themselves in similar roles like Heather is today. For more than nineteen years Wolfgang’s has been offering quality food and superior service in a friendly, casual atmosphere. Enjoy light bites in the Bistro beginning at 4:00 P.M. or your favorite selection from the full menu of the restaurant beginning at 5:30 P.M. Wolfgang’s is located at 474 Main Street, Highlands. or reservations call (828) 526-3807.
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This month’s Star of the Bar, Wolfgang Bistro’s Heather Johnson.
To create her signature Pomegranate Martini, Heather combines vodka and POM liqueur with fresh-squeezed juices, then gives it the vigorous martini shake.
An extra dimension of flavor is added to both the rim and the interior of the glass by a beautiful and zesty orange twist.
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Highlands Restaurants Altitude’s at Skyline Lodge - 828-526-2121 Bella’s Junction Cafe - 828-526-0803 Bistro on Main/ Main Street Inn - 828-526-2590 The Bistro at Wolfgang’s - 828-526-3807 The Brick Oven - 828-526-4121 Bryson’s Deli - 828-526-3775 Cafe 460 - 828-526-8926 Cyprus International Cuisine - 828-526-4429 Downhill Grill - 828-526-1663 Dusty’s - 828-526-2762 El Azteca - 828-526-2244 Flip Side - 828-526-4241 Fressers Eatery - 828-526-4188 Ghangri Asian Fusion Restaurant - 828-526-8500 Golden China - 828-526-5525 Highlands Smokehouse - 828-526-5000 Kelsey Place Restaurant - 828-526-9380 The Kitchen CarryAway & Catering - 828-526-2110 Lakeside Restaurant - 828-526-9419
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Madison’s Restaurant & Wine Garden - 828-787-2525 Mountain Fresh - 828-526-2400 On the Verandah - 828-526-2338 Pescado’s - 828-526-9313 Pizza Place - 828-526-5660 Paoletti’s - 828- 526-4906 Rosewood Market - 828-526-0383 Ruka’s Table - 828-526-3636 Rustico at The Log Cabin - 828-526-0999 Southern Belles Restaurant - 828-787-2299 Sports Page - 828-526-3555 Subway - 828-526-1706 SweeTreats - 828- 526-9822 The Ugly Dog/Dog House - 828- 526-8364 Wild Thyme Gourmet - 828-526-4035 Wolfgang’s Restaurant - 828-526-3807 Buck’s Coffee Cafe - 828-526-0020 Cashiers Area Restaurants Brown Trout Mountain Grille - 828-877-3474 Buck’s Coffee Cafe - 828-743-9997
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Highlands History HISTORY
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or deBaker, cades Dottie HighGay, Bess lands has Blair, Conbeen a nie Carter, hub of the and three Arts for exhibiting Western founding Carolina. members: The Art C a t h y League of Christie, Highlands N o r m a has been S m i t h instruHendrix, mental in and J Jay making it J o a n so. nides conT h e vened for League the first has its official roots in League a group m e e t of area ing. Terry Some of the Art League of Highlands early pioneers posed after a painting session. (Lto R) Ibby Kenna, Cathy Christie women, Hoffman (note she is holding her portrait of the model, T. Morris Goolsby) Pat Watson, J Jay Joannides and her dog Jeb, Muriel Kolb, Jane Mitchell, T. Morris, Kerry McCanaughey, Dane Morgan, Elizabeth (?), Dorothy Lewis, and Betty Laurie Parks. art lovers was electto-theed presicore, who took turns hostessing brown bag lunches for dent. She confided in Norma that she was too young for artists some 50 years ago. It didn’t take long for wine to the job. Now, at 91, Terry, youthful as ever, continues to be included in the menu. It is Highlands, after all! So the paint and place in shows. group adopted the name Pickled Painters. Today the league is a thriving 501-C organization boastMembers included Jo Fleming, Liz Thome, Bess Blair, ing over 100 artists and friends. The group was founded Mary Spitzer, Helene Sparkes, Marion Black, Elsa Dodd, on the principle that visual artists need mutual support and Helen Augur. Helen had lived as a guest at the Bas- in order to sustain and advance artistic growth. That, in com-Louise Inn, which was willed to the Hudson Library. turn, encourages cultural appreciation of the visual arts It became a visual arts wing to display the work of local in the community. Not only does the League emphasize artists. That space evolved into The Bascom-Louise Gal- originality amongst its members, it also nurtures artislery, and eventually the fine art center, The Bascom, now tic expression in upcoming generations living on the located on Franklin Road. Highlands Plateau. In the late 1970s many Pickled Painters along with newThe Highlands Art League is proud of its past associato-the area artists joined what would eventually become tion with the local community and The Bascom-Louise Galthe Art League of Highlands. The group, which met at He- lery. It will continue its collaborative with The Bascom and lene Sparkes’ barn at the top of Webbmont, was small in The Macon County Art Association to support the visual the beginning. But it began to grow as word spread. Mem- arts in the region. bers felt there was a need for an organized art society to As sculptor Henry Moore said, “Being an artist is celesupport fellow artists in the creation, exhibition, market- brating life.” Members of the Highlands Art League share ing, promotion and teaching of visual arts. his passion. As Pat Calderone, current League president On July 24, 1980, Ruth Furnald, Terry Hoffman, Lucien says, “Our future goal is to continue to blossom in artistic and Mary Jane Harris, Walter Hunt, Elizabeth Thorn, Joe expression.” To learn more about the League, contact Pat Graf, Dody Booth, Mary Spitzer, Polly Knapp Hill, Gladys at: calderonegallery@gmail.com.
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Highlands Annual Christmas Day Dinner Hudson House at Highlands Country Club 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Christmas Day, December 25 Charity fundraiser to benefit local nonprofits. Mouthwatering, traditional Christmas buffet featuring turkey, ham, tenderloin, all the fixin’s and magnificent deserts prepared by Highlands finest volunteer staff. Adults $35 Children under 12 $15 Kids 5 and under eat free. Seating by reservation only. To reserve, call 828-526-9419 beginning Nov 10. www.thelaurelmagazine.com | December 2013 | 53
Dynasty of Dentists HISTORY
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here is aforementioned a place eight daughters in Sylva of the pioneer where you can dentist, Dr. J. M. go to have your Zachary of Hamteeth cleaned burg/Norton. and enjoy a hisDr. Daisy Zachtory museum ary McGuire was visit at the same the second dentime. The lotist in this lineage cation of this and is the best private family known of this museum is the four-generation McGuire Dental dental family, Office on King largely due to the St., Sylva, NC many newspaper with brothers, articles written Dr. David S. Mcabout her. She McGuire Dental Office Museum.Dr. David McGuire on the left. Guire and Dr. F. was still workPatrick McGuire ing on teeth well fulfilling today’s dental needs for folks in Sylva and sur- into her 90s, along with her husband who also became a rounding mountain communities. They are the fourth dentist. Two of her children became dentists and it was generation of the same family to serve in this honored Daisy’s daughter, Dr. Patsy McGuire [McGuire was also her profession – well over 100 years. married name] who is counted as the third dentist is the In October, a group of 28 history buffs from the Cashiers lineage. The fourth generation of practicing dentists are Historical Society attended a day long program on the ear- Dr. Patsy’s two sons, mentioned above. liest area dentist, Dr. James Madison Zachary, who studied In the many rooms of the office/museum, there are unthe art of dentistry in South Carolina shortly after the Civil told numbers of framed photographs, dental college diWar. He married Alice Josephine Rogers in 1877 with whom plomas, awards, scary-looking early dental tools and even he had eight daughters, two of whom became dentists. Dr. Daisy’s “ancient” dental chair. Also, scattered around, The first stop was at the McGuire Dental Office where a fas- are several huge potted plants, such as a Christmas cactus, cinating talk was presented by Dr. David McGuire whose that speak to the love of flowers each of the generations grandmother was Dr. Daisy Zachary McGuire, one of the of this dental dynasty shared.
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A Kitchen Renovation HOMES & LIFESTYLES
By Wiley Sloan | Photos by Gil Stose
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iving in these beautiful North Carolina mountains is a dream come true whether you are here seasonally or year-round. A comfortable home to share with family and friends is key to that dream. Caryn McGarity and her husband Mike recently remodeled their family home. Caryn gathered ideas from magazines, visited Designer Show Houses and developed a look that she wanted before she started. Since the kitchen was the heart of their home, Caryn wanted a space that was efficient, gave her the needed storage for her family treasures and was easy to maintain. She wanted a casually-elegant look with a slightly contemporary flare. The master bath was another priority in her design plan. Each person needed their own space without taking up too much floor space. Once she met Josh Powell and John Budd of Underground Design Works, a custom cabinet shop in Highlands, Caryn’s ideas were refined and enhanced. 56 | December 2013 | www.thelaurelmagazine.com
“I was wowed by Josh’s design expertise from years in the custom furniture business in Florida and John’s overall construction expertise. Add that to years in cabinet construction and you have a winning combination,” Caryn said. “Through joint collaboration, we developed kitchen cabinets that are eye-catching yet very functional. There is absolutely no wasted space. I have all the special storage features like a pull out spice rack, and lots of work space when we are having a big family get-together.” “Over the past few years, I had read articles about homes being environmentally friendly and meeting LEED standards but I really did not understand what that meant until I met the guys at Underground,” Mike said. “John’s experience as a general contractor was invaluable. We got a top-quality product, on time and within budget. What more can you ask for?” Since the laundry room was near the front entry, Josh designed a barn door to hide the utility room and the wet
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bar. It slides along the wall, without intruding into traffic flow as traditional doors might. Once you enter the kitchen you are wowed with the overall look of the cabinets as they meld with the stainless appliances, the granite countertops and the tile backsplash. The large farm sink is perfect for washing fresh vegetables. A custom faรงade for the vent hood blends into surrounding cabinets. Whether you are planning to build a new home or you have a home that you want to update, you will want to
talk to Josh and John at Underground Design Works. Stop by their workshop to preview the many samples of wood and the various styles of cabinetry (from traditional to contemporary or a blend of the two) that they offer. Let them help you finalize your design or bring your designer to meet with them. They are focused on identifying your needs and developing a design plan that meets those needs. They are located at 2271 Dillard Road in Highlands. Call them at (828) 526-8055.
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Hiking Devil ’s Courthouse HOMES & LIFESTYLES
Contributed by Matthew T. Bradley | matbradl@gmail.com
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he trails at Whiteside Mountain are some of the most well-known hikes in the HighlandsCashiers area as well as one of the easiest. Less wellknown and much more challenging is the spur trail leading to the Devil’s Courthouse just north of Whiteside. While the difficulty of the spur trail is not extreme, it is not the sort of trail to tackle in tennis shoes and is not recommended for children. Begin your trek at the Forest Service parking area at GPS coordinates 35.080540 -83.143966. Don’t forget to pay the $2 use fee! Begin up the old Jeep trail on your left after beginning your trip up Whiteside. This initial path segment will be a gradual climb of a little less than a mile, rocky but wide. There might be some mud and ice, but footing should not be a serious problem. You will arrive at a small clearing with a placard describing the watersheds surrounding Whiteside. The spur to the Devil’s Courthouse begins through the woods bordering the clearing. You will initially begin by traveling
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downhill, then the trail takes a turn and more or less flattens out for a short span. The most difficult portion of the trail follows this flat portion. The path slopes downhill once again, but much steeper than before. The footing may become iffy at several points, particularly if the area has recently seen rain or snow. You will know you are on the right track if you arrive at an opening in the trees with a view of the Courthouse to the north. After encountering the view, you will continue downhill into a dip in the terrain and then begin climbing towards the Devil’s Courthouse. The climb is about a tenth of a mile to a small alpine clearing. Step gingerly here, as the mosses and grasses in the clearing regrow slowly. On a clear day you will find a grand view of Cullowhee Mountain and the Balsams. Enjoy the surroundings and then backtrack to the clearing and the placard. Return to the parking area either via descending the Jeep trail, or, better yet, by looping around the trail on the southern edge of Whiteside.
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The Best Song Ever Written? HOMES & LIFESTYLES
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or decades “White Christmas” was the number one selling single of all time, until it was surpassed in 1997 by “Candle In the Wind,” Elton John’s tribute to Princess Diana. Still, it is the hands-down champion of Christmas secular songs and a timeless classic in almost everyone’s estimation. Irving Berlin wrote “White Christmas” in 1940. As he was composing he said to his secretary, “Grab your pen and take down this song. I just wrote the best song I’ve ever written -- heck! I just wrote the best song that anybody’s ever written!” Jerome Kern, another great American songwriter said of Berlin, “Irving Berlin has no place in American music. He is American music.” Berlin wrote over 1,000 songs including God Bless America, America’s second national anthem. “White Christmas” was written for the movie of the same name released in 1954. The storyline of the film was about a hotel that was open only on major holidays. Berlin wrote a tune for every holiday. As it turned out, he wound up writing the most famous Christmas song of all time. Not bad for an Eastern European Jewish immigrant. The song, “White Christmas,” won the Academy Award for
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best original song the year of the movie’s release. Bing Crosby first performed it on the Kraft Music Hall, December 12, 1941. It was a huge success during World War II and quickly rose to the best selling song of all time. With nostalgic lyrics like, “just like the ones I used to know” and comforting images of home like, “where treetops glisten” it resonated with soldiers missing family and families stateside missing soldiers. The Bing Crosby version we hear today was recorded in 1947. The original master was damaged and had to be re-recorded. “White Christmas” is on Crosby’s holiday collection, “Merry Christmas,” released in 1949. That album has not been out of print since. Crosby’s version ranks #2 on the Songs of the Century list behind Judy Garland’s, “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.” Sorry, Springstein, Jagger, and Lennon. You’ve got a long way to go! So, this holiday season, as you listen to the words and music to arguably the best song ever written, thank Irving Berlin for making our days merry and bright with his exceptional holiday gift, “White Christmas.” Happy holidays, and may all your Christmases be white.
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Guide to Day Hikes, Fishing HOMES & LIFESTYLES
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ith over 25 years of experience, the Highland Hiker knows plenty about the natural heritage that surrounds the communities of Highlands and Cashiers. This busting emporium, the source for all things for outdoor enjoyment, has sent hikers, mountain bikers, fly-fishers, naturalists and photographers on unforgettable journeys. That’s why their just-published “Guide to Day Hikes, Fly Fishing and Mountain Biking” is such a welcome and valuable resource. This handy reference, lavished with maps and illustrations by Walter Hunt and Kim Gruelle, is an invaluable tool for discovering the landmarks and little-known gems that have drawn adventurers to the area since the time of the Cherokee. “Day Hikes” has the depth of information that’s required by both serious outdoors people and those setting out on trails for the first time. It’s laid out in sections detailing Hiking Areas, Fly Fishing Rivers, Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding, Camping and Area Attractions. Some of the sites are must-sees that every visitor to the area
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should experience, like Whiteside Mountain and Whitewater Falls. Others are seldom-visited treasures like Silver Run Falls and the marvelously named Granny Burrell Falls. The descriptions provide just what a hiker, whether experienced or novice, needs to know: clear, concise directions to the trailhead, the length of the trail, the relative difficulty of the trail and a brief summary of the features that make the trail exceptional. The directions are marvelously descriptive for those who may be unfamiliar with the methods of hiking and, in a concession to 21st century life, also include GPS coordinates. This guide is as easy as bobbing for water. It can easily be stowed in a day pack or left at a summer cabin. You can find Highland Hiker’s “Guide to Day Hikes, Fly Fishing and Mountain Biking” at the original Highland Hiker cabin at 601 Main St in Highlands; Hiker on Main at the Falls on Main (561 Main Street); Highland Hiker Shoes, 547 Main Street; and Highland Hiker at 47 Highway 107 South in Cashiers (at the Crossroads). For more information, call (828) 526-5298.
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The Changing Interest Rates HOMES & LIFESTYLES
Contributed by Larry East Advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors in Highlands at (828) 787-2323.
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ven if you didn’t take Economics 101 in college, just navigating through the past several years has given you handson experience with one of the course’s most valuable lessons: The rise and fall of interest rates is one of the biggest factors influencing global economies, financial
markets, and our daily lives. That’s why it is important to have a basic understanding of how interest rate changes could affect not only your wallet but also your investment portfolio. For bond investors: As interest rates fall, the prices of previously issued bonds tend to rise. The new issues are offered at lower, less appealing rates. That makes bonds with higher interest rates much more desirable and that much more in demand. On the other hand, those who plan to hold their bonds to maturity aren’t really affected by falling rates, with the exception of reinvestment risk. For stock investors: Falling interest rates tend to have a positive impact on the stock market, especially stocks of growth companies. Companies that tend to borrow money to finance expansions tend to benefit from declining rates. Paying lower rates
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of interest decreases the cost of the debt, which may positively affect a company’s bottom line. The stock prices of those companies may rise as a result, driving the market in such a way that prices of other stocks may follow suit. For bond investors: In a rising interest rate scenario, the demand for bonds with lower interest rates declines. New bond issues are offered at higher, more appealing rates, driving the price of existing bonds lower. For stock investors: Rising interest rates can have a positive or negative impact on the stock market. In some cases, rising rates can send jitters through the market, resulting in falling stock prices. In other cases, the stock market may respond favorably. In addition, rising interest rates may affect certain industry groups more than others. For instance, growth companies often find it necessary to borrow money in
order to expand. Rising interest rates increase the cost of their debt, which in turn decreases profit. As a result, the prices of their stocks may fall. Wells Fargo Advisors has a number of tools and resources to help you gain a better understanding of how interest rates can affect your portfolio. Talk to your Financial Advisor to learn more about what changing interest rates mean for you and your financial situation. Stocks offer long-term growth potential, but may fluctuate more and provide less current income than other investments. Bonds offer a fixed rate of return and investment principal if held to maturity. In addition to market and interest rate risk, bonds are also subject to default risk, the risk that companies or individuals will be unable to make the required payments on their debt obligations.
Your Brain:Use it or Loose It.
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ave you ever thought of your brain as plastic? It is! It’s susceptible to damage but also able to repair itself unless the damage goes too far. That further damage is brain degeneration or dementia. Dementia is not a disease but a set of symptoms associated with specific Contributed by Dr. Sue Aery, degenerative neurologiAery Chiropractic cal conditions including; & Acupuncture (828) 526-1022 Alzheimer’s, vascular dementia, Parkinson’s, alcohol related dementia and AIDS related dementia. This condition of progressive cognitive decline can create a situation where independence and the ability to function as usual are seriously compromised – adding a huge burden to the individual suffering from dementia as well as to their families and the healthcare system in general. Exercising your brain – memory challenges, crosswords, anything that positively affects your brain’s memory capacity – goes a long way toward avoiding dementia. Inflammation in your body in general can also influence the prominence of dementia in an individual. Homocysteine, an amino acid associated with oxidative stress (inflammation), poor vascular health and consequently cognitive decline, is linked to deficiencies in vitamin B12 and Folate. One problem as we age is that B12 is no longer absorbed well from food and supplements. Stomach acid, hugely compromised by antacid use and protonics (Nexium, Prevacid), is essential for efficient assimilation of B12. Daily doses of B12 (either sublingually or by injection) will lower Homocysteine levels and help preserve brain tissue as aging takes place. The fear and prevalence of brain degeneration or dementia is fierce in our society these days. More and more people are suffering from this serious condition earlier in their life span and concerns are widespread and valid. Dementia is not a normal age-related disease but a manifestation of various forms of physiological damage. Alzheimer’s disease is in the top five leading causes of death in adults over age 65 in the US. So a small amount of effort seems well worth the payoff of avoiding this terrible condition. Lower your inflammation! Use your brain! Do it now!
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Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society GIVING BACK
Contributed by David Stroud, Executive Director, Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society The Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society celebrates a year of triumphs predicated on the kindness of the twin communities.
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e believe there is only one thing better than having a record-setting year for the shelter pets... breaking the record again! After increasing adoptions 30 percent in 2012, we have already found more forever homes in the first 10 months of 2013 than we did in our record year of 2012. The credit goes to our CHHS Adopting Angels for opening their hearts and homes for the unconditional love of a CHHS shelter pet. Our donors also are responsible for our success because they help provide 100 percent of the necessary funding for our no-kill shelter. Last and certainly not least, our valued volunteers and dedicated staff at our shelter save lives and provide the highest level of compassionate care. A review of 2013 would not be complete without the mention of our new 27-animal mobile medical/rescue/adoption vehicle, the H.E.A.R.T. of North Carolina. Our new H.E.A.R.T unit allows us to take more shelter pets to more offsite events, and in 2014, the H.E.A.R.T. of North Carolina will allow us to offer low cost spay/neuter surgeries and vaccination clinics. In 2013, CHHS was named an official Emergency Place-
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ment Partner by the Humane Society of the United States, making us the fourth animal welfare organization in North Carolina to earn this designation. This means CHHS will be part of the team to rescue animals from puppy mills, and assist first-responders to help provide transport and safe refuge for animals in times of natural disasters. Finally, in 2013 the North Carolina Animal Federation named me to their statewide Legislative Committee as part of a five-person team to help strengthen animal welfare and protection laws in our state. We couldn’t have accomplished any of the above without your support. Please consider a generous year-end tax-deductible contribution to support our no-kill shelter. Donations can be made online at chhumanesociety.org or mailed to: CHHS, P.O. Box 638, Cashiers, NC 28717. On behalf of the thousands of animals we have rescued, cared for and adopted in the past 26 years, we thank you! Visit CHHS online at chhumanesociety.org to see pictures and descriptions of all the adorable, adoptable dogs and cats looking for forever homes. For more information, call (828) 743-5752.
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Highlands Literacy Council GIVING BACK
Contributed by Tonya Hensley The books distributed the Highlands Olde Mountain Christmas Parade are a year-round gift to the community.
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s we near the end of our 21st year of service to this community, I’ve been reflecting on the history of the Literacy Council. According to an early newspaper article, “The council was able to begin operation through a $1,000 grant from the Highlands Rotary Club, which has been active locally in literacy training and tutoring for the past two years.” I am by no means a literacy council historian, as I’ve only been part of the organization for a little over three years, but I do see how much we’ve grown and evolved to meet community needs over the years. In the beginning, Suzie deVille requested that community residents help decide the scope of its volunteer services, and that is, indeed, what we continue to do. In addition to our regular programs, we can provide most educational services requested of us. Therefore, if you or someone you know is in need of educational services, please contact our programs coordinator, Judy Joyner. Last month, our after-school children visited Carpe Diem Farms. What a fun day our children had getting to know the horses at the farm! Several children have never been close to a horse in their lives, so this was quite an
experience for them. Many thanks go out to Sue Blair for her love of animals and children. December is a fun month here at the council. The Highlands Olde Mountain Christmas Parade gives us the chance to stroll through our beautiful downtown and personally hand out books to children. Last year, we handed out 600 books. Thanks to our partner First Book National Book Bank, we are able to expand this distribution number to 1,000 books this year! So be sure to bring your little ones out to enjoy the festivities on December 7. Also in December is Polar Express Night, a family literacy event for kindergarten-3rd graders, to be held here at the Peggy Crosby Center on December 16 from 5:00-6:30 P.M. The evening’s festivities include food, games, and activities for the family. All children will receive a book and other special treats. There may even be an appearance by Santa himself! Spaces are limited, so call or e-mail Judy to make your reservation today! The Literacy Council of Highlands is located at 348 South Fifth Street and can be reached at (828) 526-0863, highlandsliteracy.com, judy.joyner82@gmail.com or thensley22@yahoo.com.
Living in Balance at Carpe Diem Farms Contributed by Sue Blair, Carpe Diem Farms Executive Director
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A spirit of love and tranquility shapes all the lives at Carpe Diem Farms.
s 2013 draws to a close I find myself reflecting on all that has transpired in the life of Carpe Diem Farms this year. We have had our share of tremendous joy that comes from success and tremendous sadness that comes from loss. Living in balance with both seems to be our constant lesson. Joy presents itself in myriad ways on the farm. The faces of participants, especially the children, are most memorable. When a human and an equine connect, in that moment, magic and bliss occur. When your soul is touched your heart opens and you are never the same. It has been another year of magical moments with children and adults alike. We are grateful for all our students and participants. Our CDF family losses -- Joy, KnightStar and Bess -- have left a significant void which can only be filled with our sweet, loving memories of the gifts they gave to us and others. Their legacy is in the lessons they taught all who 68 | December 2013 | www.thelaurelmagazine.com
experienced them. We have made great strides with our research and programming for The Equine Institute of CDF, which will begin holding classes in 2014 for veterinarians, farriers, trainers and interested horse owners. The institute is also developing a curriculum for farrier schools and CEUs for farrier organizations. Because our herd, the Beta Test participants in the development of Easy’s Slipper -- our recently patented, composite glue on horseshoe -- we have a lot of research to share. We launch the last week of January at the International Hoof Summit. Tremendous joy comes with this success All of us at Carpe Diem Farms wish you and yours a joyfilled holiday season and a happy and prosperous New Year. We’ll hope to see you down on the farm in 2014! Carpe Diem Farms is a 501©(3) non-profit educational foundation committed to exploring the human potential through equines.
Hospice and the Holidays GIVING BACK
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process comfortable and peaceful everal years ago, a group of often report that the experience of highly motivated volunteers grief and loss is less difficult than it gathered for weeks to creotherwise might be. ate hundreds of stunning holiday For a year or more following the wreaths, set up booths and braved loss of a loved one, the Hospice grief the cold to raise essential funds to counselor is available to talk with preserve our local Hospice. family members, provide counseling, They succeeded. information about the grief experiAs a result, we have the ongoing, ence, and offer a support group to expanded services of Four Seasons people who would like to share with Hospice. Holidays are a time for many others who have had an experience when the support of Hospice takes The compassionate mission of Hospice takes of loss. on extra significance. This is a season on even greater resonance The Hospice counselor is expeof generosity —and Hospice, with its during the holidays. rienced in working with families highly skilled, dedicated personnel, is around significant times such as holidays, anniversaries an example of generosity at its highest. Hospice not only helps patients and families in facing the and birthdays and pays particular attention to the feelings dying process, but provides ongoing grief support and coun- and needs that these special times of the year may bring to seling. This is especially vital during the holidays, which tend the surface. The holidays are a time when people often choose to meto be somewhat stressful in the best of times. If we can successfully help people “co-create the care ex- morialize their loved one through their own generosity of a perience,� then we can make that time more comfortable, memorial program such as the Tree of Lights that Four Sealess stressful, and more peaceful than it might otherwise be. sons offers during December. For more information, contact Steve Mills, (828) 526-2552. Families who know that they did all they could to make the
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Preserving What Matters GIVING BACK
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Contributed by Julie Schott, Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust
trust leaving more than half of its assets to inhen Ralph and Virginia Neely bought stitutions in the Cashiers area. Her love for this their Cashiers property in 1974 they community lives on in the work of the many ormay not have known these mounganizations she supported. Highlands-Cashiers tains would one day come to feel like home Land Trust was honored to receive a generous but what they did know was that this land- its bequest from her foundation. Mrs. Neely’s famforests, waterfalls, vistas and wildlife- was the ily explained, “She wanted it to be just as good main attraction to the area and they undera home for others in the future as it was for her, stood the importance of preserving it. and for that reason she was glad to make the In the words of their son, Paul Neely, “They Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust part of her contriwere too wise to fight against change in Cabution for that goal.” The generous support of shiers. As newcomers then, they were part of people like Mrs. Neely will help to ensure that what was changing the area. But they did bethis place that many come to for repose and lieve in keeping as much of the essential nature of the community as possible, while supporting Virginia Gaylord Neely made others call home will remain for generations these mountains her home to come. important modern institutions like schools and and through thoughtful Perhaps you, too, would like to leave a behospitals. The essential nature of Cashiers is obestate planning, made a quest to Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust. To exviously centered on the land. Some of it is more positive impact on the plore your estate planning options, consult your managed than it was 40 years ago, and my parfuture here. attorney or financial advisor or ask them to conents supported that as well.” In 2012, Cashiers lost a loyal friend when Virginia Gaylord tact HCLT: Julie.hitrust@earthlink.net, (828) 526-1111. Each Neely passed away but she left a lasting impact here. Sev- inquiry is handled confidentially and places you under no oberal years ago, Mrs. Neely established a charitable remainder ligation. Together we are saving mountains.
Highlands Biological Contributed by Michelle S. Ruigrok
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he heart and soul of any academic institution is its library. More than great repositories of knowledge, the library of any college or university is also a gathering place for study, engagement, and socializing. This is true of the E. E. Reinke Library at the Highlands Biological Station, which has now, thanks to our renovation of the Coker Laboratory in which the library resides, been expanded to serve the community even better. Did you know: The Reinke Library is named in honor Dr. E. E. Reinke, noted zoologist from Vanderbilt University who served as the first HBS director from 1929 to 1936. The beautiful pine bookcases of the Reinke Library were made in-house, with wood milled from an extremely large white pine that came down on the HBS campus in the late 1990s - the huge stump is located near the Moss Garden. The scientific journal collection of the Reinke Library is vast, covering virtually all professional journals relevant to regional organisms and ecological systems. HBS was a founding member/subscriber for most of 70 | December 2013 | www.thelaurelmagazine.com
these professional journals. HBS-based research is featured or credited in hundreds of scientific publications. The Reinke Library includes well over 100 hundred Masters theses and Doctoral dissertations based on work conducted here at HBS. The Reinke Library is open to community members as well as HBS residents. HBS has ample books, monographs, and journals, but lacks funding for the kind of high-quality, functional, and comfortable furnishings needed for the students. Help us create a welcoming gathering space in the Reinke Library and Seminar Room by contributing funds for furnishings! We have met $2,500 of our $15,000 goal thanks to the Garden Club of America. To contribute, please visit highlandsbiological.org/rally-for-reinke or contact the staff at (828) 526-2221 or the office at 265 North Sixth Street, Highlands, NC 28741. The Highlands Biological Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to foster research and education focused on the rich natural heritage of the Highlands Plateau.
Thank You for Caring GIVING BACK
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Directors of Friends for t is hard to believe that Life, the staff of the Foranother year is about ever Farm, and all those to pass. whose lives have been Friends for Life is 10 saved, thank you for caryears old, and the Foring. We promise to conever Farm opened its tinue our special mission, doors over eight years to be good stewards of ago. Hundreds of anithe funds you graciousmals have spent time at ly donate, and to love, our sanctuary, many as revere and protect the their final, and forever, souls that pass through home. Others spent time our gates. with us on their way to We wish everyone a being adopted into new happy and healthy holifamilies. Cats, dogs, and day season, and ask that now horses, are grateyou remember us in your ful to have been rescued year-end philanthropic from bad situations, and giving. Visit us on our to have found their way website friendsforlifeto the Forever Farm. Tony depends on the holiday spirit throughout the year. foreverfarm.org, and on Everyone of our speFacebook. Donations cial animals can thank our compassionate supporters for this life saving opportunity. can be made online, or mailed to P.O. Box 340, Sapphire, If people didn’t care -- we wouldn’t exist. The Board of NC 28774. For information call (828) 508-2460.
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Mountain GIVING BACK
Findings By Wiley Sloan
Thanks to a loyal army of volunteers and dedicated shoppers, Mountain Findings helps to fuel local non-profits.
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or more than 40 years, Mountain Findings Thrift Shop has been helping the Highlands community by sharing the proceeds from their yearly sales with area non-profits. In 2013 more than 34 different non-profits received grants from Mountain Findings. This dynamic endeavor was begun in 1969 by a group of forward-thinking individuals. They saw people who had gently-used furniture and household items that they wanted to get out of their homes. They knew folks who were seeking these same type items at reasonable prices. The entrepreneurial spirit took hold and the Mountain Findings Resale Shop was born. Since all workers were volunteers costs, were kept to a minimum. From that humble beginning, Mountain Findings has grown to be a local institution. In 1972, Mountain Findings was incorporated as a registered non-profit and earned enough over its rent and insurance payments to donate $3,000. As donations increased so did the profits. In 2007 accumulated donations from Mountain Findings annual operation surpassed the $1 million mark. Soon the building on Spruce Street was outgrown. A large addition expanded the display and work areas and made it possible to increase its earnings. In the more than 40 years that Mountain Findings has been in operation area non-profits have received more than $1,400,000 in donations. Three key constituencies join together to make this operation successful. Group One includes the generous donors who bring gently-used furniture, household items, pictures, paintings, china, glassware, silver, golf clubs and accessories, small appliances and so much more (no clothing please). Group Two includes the teams of volunteers sort these items, test the appliances and then display them for sale. More volunteers man the checkout counter and help customers with their purchases. There is even a team of men who pick up items too large for customers to handle in their cars. Last but not least are the dedicated shoppers who regularly search the shop for those hidden bargains we all love to find. “It’s a true treasure hunt every time you go,” one recent customer said. The Thrift Shop is open from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. daily six days a week (closed Sunday) from May 1 to October 31. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of this wonderful success story. Make Mountain Findings a part of your regular activities. You’ll find great bargains and help area non-profits.
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Woof Gang Bakery COMMERCE
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returning them to their masince 2010 Western Caroters coifed, primped, sassy, linians have pampered and happy!” their pets with unique So tag these two very imtreats and supplies from Woof portant dates: December Gang Bakery, your neighbor21, 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Woof hood pet store in Cashiers. Gang’s Annual Holiday Yappy Now there is something new Hour with introductory recepto bark about. Janet Martin, tion for Shea. Portions of the Woof Gang’s owner is thrilled event’s sales will be donated to announce an expansion to the local animal shelter. of her company’s space and And February 1, 2014, for Woof staff. January, 2014 will be Gang’s grand re-opening. expansion month, enlarging Bring your favorite four-legthe store to include the entire ger and help celebrate their building at 11 Pillar Drive. new name: Woof Gang Bakery The new digs will feature Owner Janet Martin along with Julie Cox and Shea Hensel and Grooming, new space, the latest popular pet prodpose with their happy canines Storey, Brady, Early, Tucker James and Lana. and new grooming service… ucts from treats to groomquite pawsibly the coolest ing supplies to a wide range of natural pet foods. All that is in addition to their ex- place for pets in all of Western Carolina. Janet is the area developer for all eight Woof Gang ceptional line of pet products and special order stock that customers have grown to love and count on. If you stores in North Carolina. So while you are pampering don’t see it, they will order it. And the best news of all, your pet, inquire about starting a Woof Gang franchise Woof Gang will now be providing a full-time groomer, in your area. Woof Gang Bakery is located at 11 Pillar Drive, P.O. Box. Shea Hensel, who managed Petco’s grooming services in Asheville. She says, “I have lived here off and on all my 1667, Cashiers, North Carolina, 28717, (828) 743-woof life. This is where my heart is. Timing was perfect. I was (9663). Like them on Facebook: wgbcashiers. They are in Asheville and wanted to come home to Cashiers. Janet open year-round. Call the store for hours or email them needed a groomer. So here I am. I love pampering pets, at cashiers@woofgangbakery.com.
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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS
Accommodations Country Club Properties www.ccphighlandsnc.com Fire Mountain Inn & Cabins www.firemt.com Landmark Vacation Rentals www.landmarkvacations.com Old Edwards Inn www.oldedwardsinn.com Whiteside Cove Cottages Antiques & Home Furnishings Acorns on Church www.acornsboutique.com Bound’s Cave www.boundscaverugs.com Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Into the Woods Mirror Lake Antiques Museum of American Cut & Engraved Glass Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Scudder’s Galleries www.scuddersgalleries.com The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Architects/Designers Mountainworks Design www.mtnworks.com Art Galleries/Artists Around Back at Rocky’s Place www.aroundbackatrockysplace.com The Bascom www.thebascom.org Blue Valley Gallery Calderone Fine Art Gallery www.calderonegallery.com Chivaree Southern Art & Design www.chivarts.com GG’s Consignments, Etc.* www.ggsconsignment.com Highlands Fine Art www.highlandsfineartandestatejewelry.com Into the Woods Mountain Mist Gallery Museum of American Cut & Engraved Glass Oakleaf Flower & Garden Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Scudder’s Galleries www.scuddersgalleries.com Smitten TJB The Gallery www.tjbmens.com Bedding/Linens Blue Ridge Bedding www.blueridgebedding.com Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Into the Woods Bird Supplies Bird Barn and Gift Emporium Books Angie Jenkins Highands, NC The Early Years The Corner Store Builders Arrowood Construction www.arrowoodconstruction.com Koenig Homebuilders www.koenighomebuilders.com Lupoli Construction www.lupoliconstruction.com Srebalus Construction Co. Warth Construction www.warthconstruction.com Candles The Corner Store Cards The Corner Store
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Caterers Fressers Eatery www.fresserseateryhighlands.com The Kitchen www.thekitchenofhighlands.com Chambers of Commerce Cashiers Chamber of Commerce www.cashiersareachamber.com Cloth/Upholstery Into the Woods Wilhites Clothing & Accessories Acorns Boutique www.acornsboutique.com Bear Mountain Outfitters Cabin Casuals www.cabincasualshighlands.com Ellen’s Highland Hiker www.highlandhiker.com The Look Jewelry www.thelookjewelry.com Mountain Mist Gallery Nora & Co. Peak Experience www.peakexp.com Sorelle Designs www.sorelledesignstudio.com Spoiled Rotten www.spoiledrotten2.com T.J. 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 Clothing Consignment The Blue Elephant Victoria’s Closet www.victoriasclosetnc.com Communities Highlands Cove Realty wwwhighlandscoverealty.com Silver Creek Real Estate Group www.ncliving.com Condiments The Hen House 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 Underground Design Works LLC Welcome Home Kitchen & Bath www.welcomehomecashiersnc.com Custom Furniture Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Dentists Dr. Joe Wilbanks www.wilbankssmilecenter.com Education Rabun Gap Nacoochee School www.rabungap.org Electrical/Electric Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com Events Blue Ridge Music www.blueridgemusicacademy.com Highlands Christmas Dinner Highlands Performing Arts Center www.highlandspac.org
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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS Old Edwards Inn www.oldedwardsinn.com The Ugly Dog www.thedogpub.com Wolfgang’s Restaurant & Wine Bistro www.wolfgangs.net Florists Fiddlehead Designs Oakleaf Flower & Garden Furniture Bumpkins www.bumpkins-cashiers.com Carolina Rustic Furniture www.carolinarusticfurniture.com Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Eller and Owens Furniture www.ellerandowensfurniture.com Into the Woods Nearly New Oakleaf Flower & Garden The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Furniture Consignments The Blue Elephant www.consignmentmarketcashiersnc.com Consignment Market www.ggsconsignment.com GG’s Consignments, Etc.* LOTSA Furniture Consignment Nearly New Garden Supplies Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com Garden Accessories Bird Barn and Gift Emporium Garden Supplies Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com Gift Shops Around Back at Rocky’s Place www.aroundbackatrockysplace.com Bird Barn and Gift Emporium Bumpkins www.bumpkins-cashiers.com The Corner Store The Dry Sink www.thedrysink.com Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Fiddlehead Designs The Look Jewelry www.thelookjewelry.com LOTSA Furniture Consignment Nora & Co. Smitten Sorelle Designs www.sorelledesignstudio.com Stone Lantern www.stonelantern-highlands.com Zoller Hardware www.zollerhardware.com Golf Cars Appalachian Golf Cars www.appalachiangolfcars.com Gourmet Foods Dusty’s The Hen House Grading/Excavating Larry Rogers Construction Grocery Stores Dusty’s Groomers Fancy Paws
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Kitchen Accessories Bird Barn and Gift Emporium www.thedrysink.com The Dry Sink Lighting Bumpkins www.bumpkins-cashiers.com Carolina Rustic Furniture www.carolinarusticfurniture.com Into the Woods The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Massage Therapy Tranquility Cove Massage www.tranquilitycovemassage.com Mattresses Blue Ridge Bedding www.blueridgebedding.com Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com Museums Museum of American Cut & Engraved Glass Music Stores Blue Ridge Music www.blueridgemusicacademy.com Nail Care Creative Concepts Pet Care/Supplies Fancy Paws Woofgang Bakery Pharmacies Cashiers Valley Pharmacy Highlands Pharmacy Photography Charles Johnson Fine Photography www.charlesjohnsonfineart.com Valentine Photo Studio www.valentinesphotostudio.com Porch and Patio Consignment Market www.consignmentmarketcashiersnc.com The Summer House www.summerhousehighlands.com Pottery Around Back at Rocky’s Place www.aroundbackatrockysplace.com Bird Barn and Gift Emporium Dutchman’s Designs www.dutchmansdesigns.com The Hen House Mountain Mist Gallery Smitten Printing Companies Cashiers Printing Property Management Highlands/Cashiers Concierge & Management Pubs The Ugly Dog www.thedogpub.com Radio Stations WHLC FM 104.5 www.whlc.com Real Estate Sales www.betsypaulproperties.com Betsy Paul Blair Realty www.blair-realty.com Country Club Properties www.ccphighlandsnc.com Highlands Cove Realty wwwhighlandscoverealty.com
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