In this one hour presentation followed by a one hour bird walk, we'll tune into the secret language of the forest and learn the tools we need to start identifying local birds by their songs and calls. We'll tune into the distinct features that make each bird's song beautifully unique. By gaining an understanding of […]

 JOIN US AND PROVIDE YOUR INPUT! Join us and provide your input for the Jackson County Conservation Plan and Public Meeting: April 30th - 5:00 - 7:3pm. Drop-in meeting to learn about the project: This should take roughly 20-30 minutes. Have conversations and ask questions with community members. View large maps of the area and […]

Free Yoga in honor of Kindness for Thomas. Class will be taught by his friend, fellow teacher and student, Barbara Banks. Saturday, May 24 at 9:30-10:30am. At the Village Green on the lawn outside Lewis Hall. If it rains, class will move to the covered porch area. The class will be slow flow accessible to […]

This talk will focus on the types of landslides we see occurring in Western North Carolina, why understanding landslides is important and some of the resources that are available to better understand them. She will include stories from landslides triggered by Hurricane Helene.

Join us for Groovin' on The Green featuring the High 5 Band! The High 5 Band plays all the classic rock, blues, and Americana hits in and around WNC. Groovin' on The Green is FREE and takes place rain or shine on the Commons Lawn at The Village Green. Food and beverage vendors will be […]

Join Gina Patton of Balsam Mountain Trust to learn about the fantastic world of fungi!

CAPTAIN MIKE & THE SHIPWRECKED - A TRIBUTE TO JIMMY BUFFET! Get Your Tickets Here!

William Ransom will dedicate the new Steinway Piano donated to the Village Green for use by the Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival. There will be a short celebratory concert for the community and a reception following the dedication ceremony.

Join us for Groovin' on The Green featuring the Commodore Fox Band! Towing the line as your favorite party band, cranking out rock and dance hits from the 70s, 80s, to today! Groovin' on The Green is FREE and takes place rain or shine on the Commons Lawn at The Village Green. Food and beverage […]

Learn what a watershed is and about the three watersheds that drain the Cashiers area and Highlands plateau. Where do the rivers go when they leave the plateau? Do they all contain the same species of fish and other aquatic life? This talk is meant to provide a basic understanding of streams and rivers in […]