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Volume 5, Number 45 PDF Version – www.HighlandsInfo.com Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 On-going • November auctions at Scudder’s • Inside • Galleries Friday & Saturday at 8 p.m. View- Rec funds, land fill, ABC Store & more Letters ...... 2 ing from Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 352 Wooldridge ...... 4 To get 2007 recreation funds meeting, Town Attorney Bill Cow- breakdown of town employees Main St. Cooking on the Plateau 10 promised by the county, the town ard presented the board with the and contract personnel, a list of • Live music every night at 7:30 p.m. Coach’s Corner ...... 11 town-owned recreational facilities and during brunch on Sunday at ...on the had to agree to an interlocal agree- contract he and County Attorney Culinary PULL-OUT .. 18 Verandah restaurant. ment similar to the agreement re- Lesley Moxley worked on to guar- including the recreation park and Upcoming Events ...... 30 • Live music at Fressers in Helen’s cently solidified which released antee the release of the promised civic center and all aspects there- Classifieds ...... 36 Barn with Cy Timmons Wed-Sat 6 p.m. long awaited recreation funds for $500,000. in, the ballfield and the commu- Real Estate Transfers ... 38 until. 2006. Included in the contract, nity center (previously named the Police & Fire ...... 39 • Step Aerobics at the Rec Park, 4-5 At the Nov. 7 Town Board which the board accepted, was a •See REC FUNDS page 35 p.m., Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays. $5 per class. • At Health Tracks various exercise Humvee classes. Call Jeanette Fisher at 526-1FIT. • “The Circle of Life” support group at the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, 10 a.m. and Ruby until noon. Call Barbara Buchanan at 526- 1402 or Florence Flanagan at 743-2567. Every Monday are newest • Recreational Bridge 1 p.m. at the Rec Park. $3 per person. additions to Every Wednesday • “The Bible Tells Me So” at 6:15 p.m. at HUMC at 6:15. police dept. • Men’s interdenominational Bible Study at 8:30 a.m.at First Baptist Church. By Ladee Cheyenne • AWANA program for kids — K-5th Reporter grade at CBC. Non-denominational Bible- Slowly, the Highlands Police based program for kids – from 6:30-8:30 Department is acquiring tools p.m. common place in big-city police Every Thursday Dennis DeWolfJohn “Buz” Dotson Larry Rogers departments -- an all-terrain vehi- • Women’s Bible Study at 9:30 am - cle and a drug dug. 11:45 am at Community Bible Church. Beth The department’s Military AM Moore’s Believing God. Election results mean big changes General Humvee was designed for Every Saturday on and off road usage, severe • Live music at Cyprus Restaurant in Only 29% of Macon Coun- Dotson received the highest mit — malt beverages (beer) can weather conditions, transporting the Dillard Village Shopping Center at 9:30 ty’s 23,980 voters cast their ballots number of votes with 268 fol- now be sold in Highlands restau- and towing. With occupancy of p.m. $10 cover. Tuesday but that was enough to lowed by Rogers at 230 and DeW- rants and hotels associated with four, and room in the rear suit- Thursday-Sunday, Nov. 8-11 stop the county’s bond issuance olf at 191. Alan Marsh received restaurants. able for transporting medical sup- • Trunk Show at Acorn’s -- MarieBelle in its tracks, change the face of the 182 votes; Gary Drake received The only two bond issuances plies, emergency equipment or Chocolates. Highlands Town Board and make 153 and Larry Brannan received that were even close were those injured parties, this AM General • First Annual Highlands Culinary the sale of mixed drinks and malt 148. related to education. Humvee was a studious incalcu- Weekend. Highlands area restaurants Call beverages allowable in Highlands. The vote concerning mixed For the Macon County lable acquisition for the High- 526-5841. Though the official vote won’t drinks and beer was pretty close – Schools bond referendum of lands Police Department. Friday, Nov. 9 be finalized until Tuesday, Nov. 13 249 voted for beer sales; 201 vot- $42.1 million, 3,369 citizens vot- The main function of Law En- • At Cyrano’s Bookshop, author Rob- at 11 a.m. when the 35 outstand- ed against it while 235 voted for ed for it and 3,529 voted against forcement Support Services, ert Moyer signing “Boone – A Biography” ing provisional ballots are count- mixed beverages and 215 voted it. which is a Division of the Gov- from 12-1:30 p.m. and Brent Martin sign- ed and the results canvassed, noth- against it. Before the Highlands vote ernment Crime Control and Pub- ing “Poems from Snow Hill” from 1:30-3:30 ing is expected to change. For $1,000 — the cost of the reached the Macon County Board lic Safety Department in North p.m. At the December Town Board permit — mixed alcoholic drinks of Elections at 9:18 p.m. Tuesday Carolina, is to provide excess de- Saturday, Nov. 10 meeting, incumbent Dennis De- partment of defense equipment, • Trunk Show at Peak Experience, 10 can now be sold in hotels, restau- night, it looked like that part of Wolf and new commissioners a.m. to 5 p.m. Jewelry by artist Mary Eliza- rants, private clubs, community the bond referendum would pass. free of charge, to state and local John “Buz” Dotson and Larry Rog- beth Wilson. Register to win a pair of 14k theaters and convention centers. But within minutes that changed. law enforcement agencies to be gold, pearl and champagne topaz earrings. ers will be sworn into office. The only stipulation concern- Of Highlands 795 voters, 588 said used in local law enforcement ac- ing the sale of mixed drinks in a “no” to the school bond; 185 said tivities. Retail value: $850. Weekend Weather: • At The Instant Theatre, musicians restaurant is that 30% of gross “yes.” A request by the Chief Bill Freddy Bradburn and Sylvia Sammons will sales must be made on food and All along the Macon County Harrell was made for a military perform at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15. Reser- there must be seating for 36 peo- Commission has said it would Humvee, and after a long wait, the vations are suggested. Call 828-342-9197 ple. In addition, hotels must have move forward with the school fa- Highlands Police Department was for further information. Refreshments are a restaurant associated with them cilities program regardless of the able to add to its four-wheel drive sold at each event. Check for everything to obtain a permit. bond outcome, so now it’s just a fleet a military-made vehicle ITC by visiting: www.instanttheatre.org. For $400 – the cost of a per- •See ELECTION page 34 •See POLICE page 32 Page 2 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 • THE PLATEAU’S POSITION • • FORUM • • HAWK’S EYE VIEW • • LETTERS • Will a benefactor Respect those who please stand up? fight for our freedoms Dear Editor, In reference to Arthur Hancock’s response to my letter regarding his wife Katie Brugger’s article in the Oct. 18 issue of Highlands’ Newspaper, take a deep breath. I apologize for referring to his sweet wife’s prose as “drivel.” I had no idea he would get his panties in such a twist! Publisher My husband says “You should never Kim Lewicki wrestle with a pig; you just get dirty and f The Instant Theatre Company doesn’t the pig likes it.” Not to say he is a pig, come up with $25,000 by Dec. 31, 2007, certainly not, but who am I to try and Iit will be closing the Studio on Main — enlighten him? its home for the last 2+ years and the place I love our freedoms — freedom of now known for cutting edge theatre, soul- speech; even for me; freedom of the ful music and lively dances. press; even for Move on . Org; freedom of Not yet three years in its home on Main assembly: even for leftist mushroom Street, the company is at a critical stage. It smoking hippies in Woodstock. I simply can’t apply for certain grants until it is three wish to remind him who fought and years old, but if it can’t raise $25,000 be- died to procure and preserve those fore the end of 2007, it won’t reach its third freedoms. birthday. Certainly there are spoiled apples The Instant Theatre is the only theatre (see, I didn’t say rotten) in every barrel. company of the three in town that has to John Kerry comes to mind. (Oops! there pay rent, utilities and everything else asso- I go again, forget I brought that up!) But ciated with maintaining a theater — a big to malign General Patraeus who is: after bite for a fledgling theatre group to man- all, the person on the ground in the age. combat zone commanding our troops at Though the other theater groups have a time of conflict — Mr. Hancock hardships to shoulder, their various ar- remembers being in that situation rangements are with the town or with the doesn’t he? facility owned by the town so monthly over- LETTERS-TO-THE EDITOR-POLICY Changing his name to “Betray-us” is head isn’t as heavy. We reserve the right to reject or edit in just incredibly poor taste — tacky, To raise money, The Instant Theatre submissions. Views expressed are not necessarily those of really. Just my opinion — I wasn’t at all Company is having the I’m Dreaming of a Highlands’ Newspaper. Please email letters by Monday at 5 p.m. referring to either Mr. Hancock or Ms. Brugger as “tacky.” They are after all White Elephant Christmas Sale on Saturday, There is a 500-word limit without prior approval. Dec. 1 in its Studio on Main after the High- “heroes” in their own minds. What was lands Christmas Parade noon until 4:30 that for again? Being against the Viet- p.m. Nam war? Quite so. Objects for sale will include, but will Well congratulations on that and all not be limited to, everything from sporting the other heroic moments in their lives. goods to boutique items, books to furni- I’ll not trouble him or Ms Brugger again. ture, art to electrical items, dishwashers to “Our Community Service - A Free Local Newspaper” I’ve given up the dance. cashmere, collectibles to jewelry, much do- (Mrs) Colette Clark nated by various shops in town. It will be a Member N.C. Press Association Highlands great spot to Christmas shop but will the FREE every Thursday; circulation 7,500; 100+ distribution points money raised be enough? Toll Free FAX: 866-212-8913 • (828) 526-0782 Just think what Highlands will lose if Burning ban still on ITC has to close its doors! Email: [email protected] Since occupying its 2,500 sq. ft. loft on Publisher/Editor – Kim Lewicki Cartoonist – Karen Hawk Effective immediately, and in con- Main Street, audiences have filled the inti- Reporter – Sally Hanson Circulation & Digital Media junction with the statewide burning ban due to severe drought conditions, the mate 60-seat theatre to see the chilling Turn Copy Editor– Tom Merchant Jim Lewicki of the Screw, the wildly funny comedy, Sylvia, Macon County Fire Marshal’s office has the zany Carpe Noctum Theatre, and recent- Adobe PDF version at www.HighlandsInfo.com prohibited open burning. Recent rainfall hasn’t eliminated the ly the mesmerizing North Carolina Pre- 265 Oak St.; P.O. Box 2703, Highlands, N.C. , 28741 miere of a new play, My Secret Weapon. fire danger in the county and the recent All Rights Reserved. No articles, photos, illustrations, advertisements or design As well as presenting legitimate theatre, frost has caused many of the leaves on elements may be used without permission from the publisher. trees to fall creating a high fire dangers. •See FORUM page 35 Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 3 Highlands School ‘Red Ribbon’ week ends with visit from AB Cardinal So much more Best than just flowers... The week be- gan with the of Mayor reading his Proclama- tion of Red Rib- bon Week over The the intercom and then Chief Harrell read the history of Red Bunch Ribbon Week. All students In the Dillard Road and teachers Village Shopping were given red bracelets to Featuring Center with easy wear. Tuesday One-of-a-Kind, parking! was Sock it To Art-Crafted pieces Drugs Day 526-0490 when everyone wore crazy socks. Wednes- day was Pledge Day when stu- Photo by Carol Bowen dents signed KATY’S ON MAIN the bulletin board in the hall pledging to be drug free. Thursday Mr. Dra- heim and I went to classrooms and handed out red lollipops to signify Ladies Clothing & Accessories “Lick the Drug Problem.” On Friday almost everyone wore red for Red Day. The AB Cardinal from the Alcoholic Beverage Commission visited the elementary students and spoke to them about the dangers of alcohol. Owner retiring after 22 years on Main Street We created a sign from Styrofoam cups that the students had colored red on the bottom. The sign was in the fence around the track and read Inventory Liquidation SALE “Highlands School Says Be Drug Free.” It was a fun week and most impor- tantly, the students’ awareness of the dangers of drugs was heightened. Everything Must Go! Appearance board dissatisfied Savings up to 75% off with permitting process “Mention this ad for additional savings!” Feelings of dissatisfaction among Ap- material – that of stone and fiberglass shin- pearance Commission members concern- gles. ing the new look of Highlands Plaza were Also discussed at the time was a porta re-ignited Monday night. cochere attached to Bryson’s Food Store. As the first order of business, Chairman Time went by before anything was Rick Siegel suggested the commission write done and eventually the Special Use Per- a letter to the owner of the complex, Marg- mit granted for the changes ran out. aret O’Donnell, and to the Zoning Board Bolt said they rethought the changes expressing its concerns. and realized the plaza façade structure “I think we should write a letter dis- wasn’t strong enough to hold the stone and cussing the amount of stucco on the build- fiberglass shingles and the porta cochere ing,” said Siegel. “The amount allowed is ended up being too expensive an endeav- 30% and it’s well over that, more like 50% or. and that’s something that’s not allowed.” But commission members say instead Member Pat Taylor said when the metal of returning to the Appearance Commis- – a nonconforming material — was re- sion or any other boards, Bolt moved ahead moved from the façade another noncon- with plans to re-dress the plaza and applied forming material was substituted. a stucco-like material on the façade and “Once a nonconforming material is painted it a color not previously discussed, taken off, it’s no longer grandfathered and though one allowed by the town. Business for Sale • Fixtures for Sale it shouldn’t be replaced with another non- Interim Planner Richard Betz admitted conforming material,” he said. the job fell through the cracks but didn’t 2,000 S. Ft. Main Street Space Available When Al Bolt, whose mother owns the think there was anything anyone could do plaza, first approached the Appearance about it at this time. Can be split into two stores. Commission and the Zoning Board about But member Thomas Craig said the giving the plaza a face lift, changes were work was performed without the proper Highlands, NC going to mimic the Car Spa in color and •See APPEARANCE page 7 Call 954-806-2750 for details. Page 4 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 • LAUGHING AT LIFE • Don’t honk, other drivers are trying to sleep

had just finished what I write to tell me to get the considered one of my hell out ‘cause that’s Ibest pieces of work and already been suggested, raced from the printer to more than once. Out of the li’l missus for my first loyalty and love for the and most difficult line of old Highlands, I am editing. This poor woman making the adjustment has been subjected to every quite well. I don’t have to word I have ever written like it, but I do have to and it takes a lot to get accept it. kudos from her these days. I did spend some I waited for the smile that Fred Wooldridge time this summer never came. “I hate it. You • watching traffic flow do what you want but I Feedback during the height of the hate it.” My response: is encouraged! season and must report it “Don’t hold back, tell me email: was not that bad. In fact, what’s really on your [email protected] not much has changed. mind.” 99% of all pedestrians The life of a satire writer is not easy. If still disobey the cross what I write passes my first editor, then I walk lights and the other 1% obviously am facing the paper’s editor who has to has nowhere to go. They still wander remind me occasionally she is still around in the middle of the street. running a family newspaper. Then, things Zero….let me repeat, none of the I know will get me big time “heat” go by vehicles on Main Street were driving the without a single phone call or e mail. Go speed limit. I would estimate the average figure. car was traveling about 5 mph. This does When I finish writing a piece, I sit not make it safer for pedestrians though back and try to guess who’s going to be because drivers were either busy looking offended. I never guess right. I once wrote for a particular shop, busy on their cell a harmless little thing about teaching my phones, looking for a parking space or new grandson how to say “duh,” looking for a wife trying to stay hidden. something he needed to be a Wooldridge. None of them were looking out for I was verbally accosted by a nice- pedestrians. Miraculously, not a single challenged lady who was offended shopper was killed on Main Street this because I made fun of the French summer. surrendering. It was only one sentence, Traffic on the Franklin Road has been but was enough to light her up. Telling an issue for years but has gotten better her I didn’t mean it and that my li’l since they finally chased off most of the missus is half French didn’t help. Thank 18-wheelers. But things are still bad and goodness she had not seen my piece on will stay that way until someone puts my the French founding New Orleans. Phew! suggestion into practice. The one thing I have learned from Years ago, I suggested free orange being a satire writer is that the single most juice stands spaced out along the volatile topic a writer can put to words is highway. Tourists cannot resist pulling about Highlands’ traffic. Cars, over for free orange juice. This would pedestrians, cross walk lights, honking, allow the locals to get past them. traffic courtesy and a myriad of other Everyone wins. The tourists are happy traffic related words makes Highlanders sipping their free orange juice, locals get angry. Guess what? The locals really are to their destinations on time and, best of very sensitive about tourists’ driving all, my stock in Tropical Orange Juice habits. rises. What a deal! I can’t tell you how pleased I was to If what I have written offends you, watch Dr. Henry put his computer in his please contact me at 1-800-har-har-har mouth over an article about folks’ driving and leave a message. Do not call the habits, tourists vs. locals, etc. Wow, I house as I am currently out of town would never touch that topic and I even helping a French housing developer find wrote the good doctor to congratulate suitable land that is 12 feet below sea him. Very brave and it was soooo good to level. have company. Since the Highlands I once knew and Going home? Read Fred’s column all loved is gone, I am trying to adjust to the year at: http://www.highlandsinfo.com/ new Highlands and part of that requires newspaperdownload.htm me to adjust to the traffic. Please don’t Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 5 • ANOTHER VIEW • Beware: the season can transform et me set the situation. Mike Lyle, a good friend You may have missed it who stood 6' 7" and cared Lwhile you were nothing about basketball concentrating on real news. joined us on a squirrel hunt. Prince Harry and a hunting We tromped around the companion were questioned woods for hours without by British police last week spotting a squirrel. I saw a after two harrier hens were bird perched in a distant tree, shot. I’d hate to be the cop a tiny silhouette against the questioning a member of the sky. I doubted that I could hit royal family. “Excuse me, Dr. Henry Salzarulo it, but there was magic in that your highness, might I have • rifle. I fired and it fell to the a tiny moment of your royal Feedback is ground. I went to the place time?” Apparently Harry and encouraged. where it plopped to the his buddy were the only email: ground like a feathered rock. I hunters on a royal estate [email protected] had never before seen a when the crime occurred, Baltimore Oriole, and was and crime it was. Only twenty breeding sickened that I had killed a thing of such pairs of the hawk are known to exist in beauty. Unfortunately, I had forgotten the England and the birds are protected by lesson by the time I made my first SCUBA law. As of press time, make that nineteen dive a few years later. I was armed with a surviving pairs. “Yes. It’s about the Hawaiian sling, a primitive underwater shooting of a pair of Harrier hens who weapon. It was like a sling shot, but were shot while you and your friend were instead on a fork, the rubber tubing was hunting on the property. Do you have attached to a long wooden cylinder. The any information that might be useful?” spear passed through a hole which had “No,” Harry might have responded. been bored the length of the cylinder, an “No. Of course not. It’s just that no ideal tool for killing the most beautiful one else was on the estate at the time of angel fish I have ever seen. the crime, or perhaps it might have been Boys love weapons. Bull and I an accident. I thought you might be able quickly moved from targeting tree stumps to shed some light.” to telephone poles. Then the insulators “No.” started looking like birds. That, I think, is “I understand. I don’t suppose there what happens when a boy of any age is is any chance that you shot them holding a weapon. Objects transform by accident, perhaps an unintended into what the hunter is hunting. A discharge of your weapon, or mistaken frustrated deer hunter sees antlers on a identity. Might you have mistaken them cow. In Minnesota, some farmers actually for grouse?” paint “COW” on their animals’ flanks. It “No.” doesn’t help. It is not that the hunter “Well, thank you then. You have doesn’t know the difference. The cow has been most accommodating.” metamorphosed, at least in the eyes of You have to give the guy credit for the shooter. Alcohol serves as a catalyst, trying. but the process can take place without it. My brother-in-law sent his son to a A stroll in the woods quickly confirms the Quaker pre-school. Consistent with the fact. Forest Service signs are peppered, Friends’ doctrine of pacifism, pocked, and pierced. You might even find all toy weapons were banned. The one with a tiny pimple, the signature teachers were shocked, but should not mark of a new sling shot. It is not, as you have been, when bananas intended for might suspect, the result of vandalism. snacking, became guns in the hands of Those hunters saw a deer, a bear, or the little boys. a turkey where you see only, ROAD My son Bull bought a sling shot on a CLOSED. recent trip to Cherokee. While we were A friend told me that hunters, sons of hiking, I cautioned him about the urge to a co-owner of his Edisto Island property A joy shared is a joy made double. use it as a weapon against small game. I in South Carolina, shot a great blue told him the story of the rifle my brother heron while deer hunting. They’re pretty Double your joy at the four shops at and I bought when I was 16. We had rich, but no where close to being in saved to buy it, a beautiful Remington, Prince Harry’s league. It wasn’t really their semi automatic, tubular feed, capable of fault that the bird was transformed. It is TWIGS firing 22 short, long, or long rifle bullets. remarkable that my friend, who is also a The stock was genuine walnut and hunter, didn’t realize what at Highlands Edge beautifully finished. We lubricated the had happened. mechanism with fine gun oil until it It is a beautiful time of year, perhaps “Everything for your Nest” dripped liked an ice cream cone on an the most wonderful to be tromping August day, and then we lovingly wiped Hours: 9-6 Mon.-Sat. • Sun. 10-5 away the excess. •See ANOTHER VIEW page 16 Cashiers Road about one mile from town.• 526-5551 Page 6 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 • REFLECTIONS FROM TURTLE POND • Therapy for everyone ast week I read a fasci- terrupt you.’ Angry and em- nating article in The barrassed she hangs up the LNew Yorker about a dis- phone. Roberts said that covery made by a clinical-psy- when his patients watched chology student named Dav- this bit they slapped their id Roberts at the University of foreheads and winced. North Carolina at Chapel “They were like, ‘Oh man, I Hill. Roberts worked one do that all the time.’” summer teaching social skills Once again, I felt like I to a group of schizophrenic misunderstand people like patients at a state hospital. that all the time. I don’t He had difficulty getting any Katie Brugger think I’m schizophrenic, so of the patients to respond un- [email protected] my conclusion is that may- til one day, while watching be all of us could use some television with some of them, he saw they therapy! And incidentally, since the New were laughing in the appropriate places Yorker article was entitled “We Are All Lar- during sitcoms — in other words, they ry David,” I think someone at the maga- understood the basic social problems the zine thinks so, too. sitcoms were depicting, the very types of I still feel awkward and uncertain in social skills Roberts was attempting to in- some social situations, but nothing like I still in his patients. did as a teen-ager and young adult. I re- He began showing selected sitcom member having health classes in high clips during therapy sessions, and found school — do they still have that now with that the best show for the purpose of all the push for testing? — and looking demonstrating social dysfunctionality was back I wish some of those classes had “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” As the author dealt with issues like social interaction. of the article writes, Roberts considers As I was thinking about this article it Larry David [the creator of Curb Your En- occurred to me that maybe this explains thusiasm] “to be the perfect proxy for a some of the popularity of television sit- schizophrenic person.” Roberts cites an coms. Perhaps we watch these shows to example of a typical episode: “Ted Dan- learn social skills! son and Mary Steenburgen invite Larry On TV and in movies we can watch and his wife to a concert: the night ar- people cope with all sorts of situations — rives, they don’t call, Larry assumes they finding out your child is gay, having an out- don’t like him, then it turns out he got of-wedlock child, learning your spouse is the date wrong. It’s a classic example of a unfaithful — and gain some insights for major social cognitive error — jumping how to react to similar situations in our to conclusions — that schizophrenic pa- own lives (and how not to react). tients are prone to.” TV and movie characters can also be Maybe schizophrenic patients are role models that people use to shape their prone to it, but that social cognitive error identities. I remember back in the 1992 rang a bell with me. I and people I know presidential race when Dan Quayle wor- make errors like that all the time. After ried about the effect on the country of an watching that episode, one of the patients unmarried pregnant TV character named remarked, “that bald man made a moun- Murphy Brown. He said, “It doesn’t help tain out a molehill!” How many times matters when primetime TV has Murphy have I done the same thing? Plenty. Brown, a character who supposedly epito- Roberts and his advisor, David Penn, mizes today’s intelligent, highly paid pro- developed a program they call Social fessional woman, mocking the impor- Cognition and Interaction Training, tance of fathers by bearing a child alone which utilizes videos that can be watched and calling it just another lifestyle choice.” and discussed with patients. Instead of Mental health issues are still so stig- using TV programs they have hired actors matized. Dr. Patti Wheeler does health and written their own scripts. An example tips for my husband and my television from the article: “On a split screen, Su- show, “Heart of the High Country.” Once zanne calls her co-worker Heidi at home we asked her to speak about mental and invites her to dinner, ‘How did you health, and she surprised us by saying get my number?’ Heidi asks, and Su- that she thought that all of us would ben- zanne, oblivious to Heidi’s discomfort, efit from having someone to talk to on a explains that it’s in the employee directo- regular basis. What if we all had, in addi- ry. ‘Friday — I’m sorry, I already have tion to our physician and our dentist, a plans,’ Heidi says. There’s a long, horrible mental health professional we saw regu- pause as Suzanne’s face falls, and she be- larly? gins backing off from the invitation — With depression, anxiety, and stress just as Heidi reconsiders and says that she plaguing more and more people every has some time free on Saturday. ‘No, I’m year, I think therapy for everyone is an sorry,’ Suzanne says. ‘I didn’t mean to in- idea whose time has come. Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 7 • VIDEO GUY • Keeping Mum he 2006 dark British Hawkins (flawlessly played comedy, starring by Smith) shows up, and, a TRowan Atkinson (Rat la Mary Poppins, things Race, Love Actually), Kristin start to improve overnight Scott Thomas (Gosford (for the Goodfellows at any Park), Tamsin Egerton rate, it turns a little rough (Eragon), Patrick Swayze for some of their neighbors (Donnie Darko, King and classmates). 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Atkinson, best known for his wrong, but haven’t we all used a little Mr Bean character, is, in my opinion, Open Mon - Thurs. 10 am - 5 pm less than perfect judgment even better in this film. at one time or another?). Very British in tone, clever, Jump forward a bit and we silly, some genuine scary Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. meet the family of Reverend moments, and some actual Walter Goodfellow drama and a little romance 352 Main St. (Atkinson), and such a as well. Over all, a feel perfect family it is! Well, good film, despite the Frank A. Scudder Highlands, NC NC Company no, actually it’s not, but mayhem. License 992 828-526-4111 License 966 Walter is a little too A few more along this distracted to notice that his line are Waking Ned marriage is in danger of Devine, Widows Peak, falling apart. 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... APPEARANCE continued from page 3 If it goes on the floor, we’ll bring it to your door! Carpet – Vinyl – Hardwood – Ceramic zoning certificate which wouldn’t have been cated at the bank. granted if the town knew more than 30% Meanwhile, the new banking kiosk for Daniel & Brenda stucco was planned for the facade. the State Employees Credit Union on the Hamilton Call: (828) 349-9009 or 342-1740 “I’m afraid we’re setting a precedent agenda was discussed at length. It is a free- that if you complete something without standing kiosk-like shed which will be at 828-743-5451 Village Square in Sapphire someone stopping you you’re home-free. the top of S. Second Street as it enters the If we don’t voice our concern it could hap- plaza. HomePlace Blinds & Design Of Sapphire Valley pen again,” he said. However, rather than the rendition of Custom Window Coverings – Heritance® hardwood shutters In the end, the commission agreed to the kiosk submitted which included back- write a letter to the Zoning Board with a lit signs at the top of the kiosk on all four Duette® honeycomb shades, Country Woods® Collection™ copy to the Town Board voicing its concerns sides, Pat Taylor sketched a more suitable Custom Closet Systems , Unique Home Accessories about what was done at the plaza. kiosk for the plaza. His is more in line with Betz reminded the commission that the The Car Spa in design and materials Zoning Board has the ultimate say and isn’t though, miniature in scale, with lighting required to heed or accept the group’s rec- allowed per the town’s ordinance. ommendations. The board approved Taylor sketched “The Appearance Commission has no design and sent it and precise verbiage de- American Upholstery legal authority to make them change it, oth- scribing it to the Zoning Board. We Repair Furniture from frame er than a recommendation from the Zon- The Zoning Board will consider the Residential or Commercial • 37 Years Experience ing Board,” he said. State Employees Credit Union application Free Estimates • Free Pick-up and Delivery Last month the commissioner agreed of a Special Use Permit for the banking to write a letter to RBC Centura voicing its kiosk in Highlands Plaza at its Nov. 14 P.O. Box 593 Open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday dissatisfaction with the ATM kiosk now lo- meeting. – Kim Lewicki Walhalla, SC 29691 102 S. College Street • (864) 638-9661 Page 8 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 • HIS & HERS • Ma, they’re makin’ eyes at me have lots of Queen Elizabeth I experience with who faced and Iwomen. Not what defeated the Spanish you’re thinking. I Armada which had mean experience in the ships and the living around a troops to variety of women. overwhelm England Most of those have if they landed. • Gift Cards been extremely Or, in Italy, it strong and was Lucrezia Borgia • Accessories accomplished who poisoned her • Gourmet Kitchenware women. way to the top of her • Dinner Settings My mother and family and political her two sisters all had Michelle Mead & John Armor power in the early Open Mon – Saturday • 10am to 5pm college educations at [email protected] Renaissance. (Maybe 450 Main Street Highlands, NC 828-526-5226 a time when [email protected] Lucrezia is the Southern women wrong example to were often expected to run the kitchen, apply to Hillary. Murder as a public Highlands’ Newspaper clean the house, knit and sew, and play policy would rule out Lady Macbeth as advertising WORKS.... hostess. My grandfather was well well). educated, and insisted that all his Any woman who would be successful Call 526-0782 for ad daughters attend the strongest women’s while holding great power has to be information. college which was also south of the strong and self-confident, among other Mason-Dixon Line. Thus, they attended qualities. Furthermore, such a woman has Goucher College in Baltimore, Md. (One to know her own mind and have the met and married a Johns Hopkins man, courage of her convictions. Think Golda created my branch of the family. That’s a Meir in Israel, Indira Gandhi in India, story for another day.) Benazir Bhutto in Pakistan, to name a few My Uncle Johnny used to say that modern examples beyond that of Lady when his three sisters got rolling, they’d Thatcher. conduct three monologues at the same Ask yourself whether any of these time in the same room. He described women would have stumbled and fallen them as “three-masted frigates under full over such a simple question as whether sail, with all guns blazing.” The point is, they agreed with the policy of Governor they were all feminine, but none of them Spitzer of New York to give drivers could ever, even on a real bad day, be licenses to illegal aliens. And, if any of called a shrinking violet. these women HAD fumbled over such a I looked for women who were able, simple, yes-no question, would they have smart and strong to marry. I raised my sought to deflect attention by saying that two daughters to be the same. (I’m very people were picking on them? Or, would proud of both of them. Both have it all – they have acknowledged their mistake, husbands, children, careers, and a wicked reached a decision, and carried it out? sense of humor which they got from me Can you imagine any of these and I got from my parents. That’s also a extraordinary women falling back on the story for another day.) cover story that “the boys were picking on The subject for today’s sermon, if you them”? hadn’t guessed before now, is women in Let’s consider a male president whose politics generally, and Hillary Clinton contemporaries thought he wasn’t up for specifically. Mrs. Clinton has actually the job. Long after he left office, the produced a commercial claiming that the verdict of history concluded that Harry male Democrats are picking on her. Truman was a strong, decisive, and good To whom is she complaining in that President. What was Harry’s advice about commercial? Does she want her mother politics that Hillary should follow today, to come out on the porch with her if she can? If you can’t stand the heat, get broom and chase away the nasty boys out of the kitchen. who are picking on her little girl? My mother, her sisters, some of my If we have another version of the wives, and both of my daughters all Cuban Missile Crisis and are nose-to-nose demonstrated that they can stand the with another world power (probably led heat. Maybe one of them should run for by a male), is she going to whine and President.... complain? Or, is she going to suck it up, make the right decision, and then act • About the Author: John Armor decisively, like Prime Minister Margaret practiced in the US Supreme Court for 33 Thatcher did regarding the Falkland years. [email protected] He lives Islands crisis? in the 11th District of North Carolina. Or, further back in history, it was Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 9 • CONSERVATIVE POV • Inquiring minds want to know BryantBryant ince the entertainment didate for President in 2008, sector has failed to aside from his views on the Sprovide any really im- war, is pretty much on point. portant happenings to report WorldNetDaily quotes on lately, and since I’m really him as saying “the proposed sick of writing about Hillary, highway is part of a broader Art Glass it’s time to bring several cur- plan advanced by a quasi- Art Glass rent topics of interest up to government organization date. called the “Security and Pros- perity Partnership of North First on the list of miscel- Don Swanson lany is the primary schedule, America”, or SPP, he explains. Feedback is which I advised would pro- “The SPP was first launched encouraged. Email duce some excitement before in 2005 by the heads of state the year is out. Well, it is. In [email protected] of Canada, Mexico and the case you haven’t kept up on United States at a summit in the subject, several states took exception Waco. to the Iowa caucuses and the New Hamp- The SPP is an unholy alliance of for- shire primaries being first to be held eign consortiums and officials from sever- which gave them extraordinary impact on al governments. One principal player is a the direction of the primary season. So, Spanish construction company which many states made noise about shifting plans to build the highway and operate it their primaries to an earlier date, which as a toll road. But don’t be fooled: The su- put the whole deal into turmoil. perhighway proposal is not the result of Both parties are ignoring their na- free market demand, rather an extension tional headquarters in scheduling their of government-managed trade schemes primaries in January, 2008 including like NAFTA that benefit politically con- Iowa (Jan. 3rd), Wyoming (R only – Jan. nected interests.” 5th), Michigan (Jan. 15th), then Nevada, The reason I think it’s timely is that South Carolina, New Hampshire and Paul predicts that the superhighway will Florida. And the fun is far from over. become a sleeper issue in the 2008 elec- Who, besides us political junkies, tion. You may think Paul is a nut (I gives a hoot? Is the rush to get to the head don’t) but another presidential candidate, of the line just territorial pride? I hope so. Tom Tancredo shares his concern about Large Show I’d hate to think that a candidate (or can- the Administration’s end-run around didates) who would run poorly in the tra- Congress in establishing this alliance. The ditional earliest states would try to realign subject may enjoy considerably more ex- of Antique Estate Silver the order to gain an advantage. You never posure as the campaign drones on. know what ignites these things. Breaking News. Pakistan’s President, Here’s a pleasant thought. DEBKA, a Gen. Pevez Musharraf declared a state of November 16-25 website concentrating on the middle east: emergency, which tosses another log on “In a special internet announcement in the mid-east caldron. This action seems Arabic, picked up by DEBKAfile’s counter- to have been brought on by the return of terror sources, Osama bin Laden’s follow- his political rival Benazir Bhutto, a con- ers announced Monday, October 29, the trary Supreme Court and an Islamic launching of Electronic Jihad. On Sun- movement gaining momentum in his day, November 11, al Queda’s electronic country. It also allows the election, sched- experts will start attacking Western, Jew- uled for January, to be delayed a year. Stay ish, Israeli, Muslim apostate and Shiite tuned on this one. It may get messy. web sites. I said I was tired of writing about Hil- On day one, they will test their skills lary, but not too tired to comment on her against 15 targeted sites and will expand performance during the recent Democrat the operation from day to day thereafter debate. Things were going along nicely until hundreds of thousands of Islamist for her until the lefty questioners threw in hackers are in action against untold num- a subject that she was not expecting. bers of anti-Muslim sites.” Generally, DE- Did she agree with NY Gov. Eliot BKA’s reporting has been pretty accurate. I Spitzer’s decision to issue drivers licenses have no idea if this report has credibility. to illegal immigrants? She said y’es before Time will tell. she said no and the rest of the partici- The North American Union, and the pants beat her up pretty good. This was “superhighway” from Mexico to Canada, the first serious goof in her otherwise subjects discussed here in previous col- nearly perfect campaign and gives hope umns, need to be revisited. Not much has to the rest of the boys that her ascension reached the public recently but one im- isn’t necessarily assured. Her wobbly portant fact should be brought to the ta- knees didn’t become one who would be Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. xz• Sunday noon-5 p.m. ble. No matter what you think of Ron Commander-in-Chief. 828-526-4095 • 216 S. 4th. Street • Highlands, NC Paul, Congressman from Texas and can- Page 10 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 • COOKING ON THE PLATEAU • Perfectly Pumpkin

risp autumn days and cool fall graham crackers Bryson’s nights usher in a season of 3 tablespoons finely ground coffee Canticipation and preparation as beans the holidays approach. First up: 3 packages (8 ounces each) Organic Thanksgiving. For this all-star feast, Valley Neufchatel or Cream Cheese, many intrepid cooks work for weeks, softened planning the very best… the perfect 1 cup sugar golden roast turkey, savory homemade 5 large Organic Valley Eggs stuffing, creamy gravy, mounds of fluffy 2 cups cooked pumpkin puree or 1 mashed potatoes. Every family has can (16 ounces) solid pack pumpkin itsfavorite dishes—and no Thanksgiving 2 teaspoons vanilla extract is complete without them. 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate While no one would dare suggest chips tampering with tradition, why not 4 tablespoons hot strong coffee consider a few novel additions? Side chocolate-covered coffee beans or dishes and desserts offer excellent chocolate-covered raisins opportunities to break out of the mold and offer up something refreshingly For crust: Heat oven to 350°F. Melt different. Try introducing a creative, 3 tablespoons of the butter; combine new casserole, or another incarnation with crushed grahams and ground of a family favorite. (If your family can’t coffee. Press into bottom and partially Food Store do without the traditional log of up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan. cranberry relish, right out of the can, Bake 10 minutes. simply add another option for more For filling: Use electric beaters at adventurous palates, such as a “salsa,” medium speed to cream Neufchatel or Stocked and ready for the made of fresh cranberries, minced cream cheese for 3 to 4 minutes. ginger and orange zest.) Gradually beat in sugar and continue The same goes for dessert. Let beating 2 to 3 minutes. Beat in eggs one upcoming holidays! someone else bring the standard at a time. Beat in pumpkin and vanilla. pumpkin pie, while you wow the crowd For cheesecake: Pour filling into with a rich and creamy mocha- crust. Bake until instant thermometer Thanksgiving Dinner for 4 pumpkin cheesecake. This sinfully inserted in center reads 160 degrees, 70 delicious concoction combines the to 75 minutes. Cool cheesecake to goodness of organic butter, cream room temperature, then chill it $48.99 cheese and eggs with the rich flavors of thoroughly. coffee, chocolate and pumpkin—and is For glaze: Melt chocolate and Includes surprisingly simple to prepare. remaining 2 tablespoons butter in Turkey (12-14 lbs.) & dressing Who knows? This year’s departure double boiler, or a bowl set over a pan from tradition just might become next of boiling water. Remove from heat; One dozen rolls year’s must-have—and a new whisk lightly, then whisk in hot coffee. One pie (pumpkin, apple, sweet potato) Thanksgiving tradition. Cool 10 minutes. Press top of cheesecake to even out the surface and Choice of 2 vegetables: Pumpkin Cheesecake with Mocha “mend” any cracks. Spread chocolate Top and Bottom glaze over cheesecake. Decorate with Green beans, green bean casserole, Sweet potato casserole Makes 16 servings chocolate-covered coffee beans or Mashed potatoes and gravy, mac and cheese raisins. Chill to set topping. 5 tablespoons Organic Valley To add more tasty organic recipes Order by Nov. 18 at 5 p.m. Pickup Nov. 22 by 2 p.m. Butter, divided to your holiday repertoire, visit Don’t forget a wine! 1 1/2 cups finely crushed chocolate www.organicvalley.coop. We’ve got an extreme variety that no one else has. Come by and talk to Nan.

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ne of the interesting sports. things about writing The last resort for a col- Oa newspaper column umnist, particularly when is where the source for most they are on the edge of a column ideas originate (more deadline and looking for a intelligent people would refer topic (which is where you to this as a “muse” -- then must be thinking I am at right again, it is likely that no intel- now.) is to call up an old ligent people read this col- friend and just mentally track umn) the conversation in your Usually, I am influenced mind. by the events of the week in Ryan Potts One of the great things sports. Most often, I will watch [email protected] about sports is that it bridges as many games as my sched- a common bond between ule (which often masquerades people, and allows for inter- “Thank you for the confidence and continued under the alias “the wife”) will allow me to esting conversation after the usual “How watch, and usually a column can be pro- are you?” and “What’s going on in your life support...I’m looking forward to the next four years and duced by thoughts I have while watching these days?” Chances are that when two the opportunity to contribute back to the community.” those games. old friends strike up a conversation about Unfortunately, since the games I watch sports, it is going to be something that is – Dennis DeWolf are often decided by priority (meaning that fresh within people’s minds and relevant to my favorites teams are usually first on the the current sports scene. agenda) I tend to write more about SEC I have several friends in particular that Paid for by the Committee to Re-elect Dennis De-Wolf football, ACC basketball and localized •See COACH page 39 sports teams (except for the Saints, who I refuse to mention anymore due to the terri- fying, yet realistic fear that I will disrupt the • HIGHLANDS EATERIES • remarkable turnaround they have made rece…dang it.) Stop in for slow-cooked BBQ, Ribs, Another method of gaining informa- High Country Cafe Fried Chicken, Hot Wings and other SportsPage tion for a column is the wealth of Southern favorites that’ll have you crap…er…information that comes from Down home the Internet. It becomes eternally frustrat- favorites ing to try and come up with something everyday! original when there are so many people writing about sports on their blog or their LUNCH Catering website. Breakfast & Lunch & Sandwich Shoppe Somehow, somewhere, someone is go- ing to be thinking the same things that I 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m Soups • Salads • Sandwiches am (however horrifying that may be) and Sunday through Friday; Desserts • Loaded Baked Potatoes so whenever you stumble upon something Saturday, 7 am.-1 p.m. that sounds exactly like what you were Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. thinking about writing it is a real drag. 526-0572 However, for sports junkies like me, there Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. are several terrific websites to read to keep Cashiers Road next to the up with the latest and greatest from the Community Bible Church 461 Spring Street • 526-2626 314 Main Street • 526-3555 world of sports. I would recommend the following websites for those that are inter- ested in keeping up with sports from a fan’s perspective. I have also provided a dis- claimer for some of the sites that contain Buck’s Coffee Cafe more mature humor. Open 7 days a week • The Big Lead-Covers all major sports, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. mostly a news site • Deadspin-The original sports infor- mation blog. “Where the Locals Eat for • Every Day Should be Saturday -- cov- Quick Service Not Fast Food!” ers College Football and is quite possibly Hamburgers & Fries the funniest sports website ever. (Warning - Sandwiches & Salads Pescado’s Burritos - adult humor involved.) Ice Cream & More! In the middle of 4th St. • Sunday Morning Quarterback -- Ex- Open for breakfast & lunch cellent College Football analysis Mon.-Fri. ...on the hill • Ghost of Wayne Fontes -- NFL blog Now Trans Fat FREE Open for lunch Mon-Sat Coffee, tea, wine, with ties to major college sports. (Adult hu- At 4th & Spring streets...on the hill Open for dinner Mon-Fri mor involved.) 526-5916 pastries, sandwiches • ESPN’s Page Two - Covers all major $10 minimum with credit card 526-9313 384 Main Street Page 12 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 Bear Mountain Outfitters “We Outfit You For Life!” Now Open for our 21st Season! Mon-Thurs – 10-5 Men’s, Fri & Sat – 10-6 Women’s, & Featuring our Sun – 11-5 Children’s same great lines Outdoor Apparel, Casual Come see Clothing, Shoes our Fun Boots, Hats, Line of Socks, Back- packs, Purses Sweaters & Outerwear and Coats Hard Tail • Junk Food Citzens of Humanity • Split Necessary Objects Project E Free People • True Religion Michael Star Tees Children’s Apparel 355 Main Street and shoes in The Galax Theatre Sizes 0-16 In the middle of Main• 526-5799 Corner of 3rd & Main • 526-5784 SALE Chintz & Company

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20% off lamps, quilts & pictures Come browse a while through our selection of antique Chintz china, antiques and home accessories. We have lots of parking! Corner of Spring & 3rd streets • 526-4222 Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 13 “Lightfoot” – Flat Mountain View Lots

$169,000 $139,000 $199,000

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Close-in on Flat Mountain Road. $249,000 Paved roads, underground power, $339,000 community water, and septic permits. $325,000 Big views. Minutes from town. $325,000 Priced to sell. $139,000 to $339,000. John Cleaveland Realty A Division of Country Club Properties “Changing the Way You View Highlands” 223 N. 4th Street, Highlands, N.C. 28741 (828) 526-4983 Toll Free: 1-888-922-1522 Fax (828) 526-2453 Bill Bowen (Broker) 371-1732 • Kay Earp 526-5118 • Steve Gleaner 526-4846 • Kerry Schmitt 421-3646 Kim Lloyd 371-1046 • John Cleaveland 526-2598 • Sandy Vos 526-5632 Paul Chmar 526-3259 • Jerry Hermanson 526-9647 • Dinah Davis 787-1787 • Michael Thompson 526-9144 • website: www.JCRealty.com email: [email protected] Page 14 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ ✰ ✰ Climate-controlled ✰ ✰ We Sell Boxes! Self Storage at ✰ Highlands Storage Village✰ Come see how pleasant a visit to your ✰ storage facility can be! ✰ • Independent temperature and humidity controls ✰ • Gated access with keypad access ✰ • Digital Video Surveillance • Carpeted units Beta Club & JMCA get recycling going! ✰ • Covered portico loading area ✰ Members of the Highlands School Beta Club on the organization of the program. • Various sizes – 5’x5’ to 10’x20’ Club under direction of their sponsor Executive Director David M. Bates, who is ✰ ✰ teacher, Anne Porter, have kicked recycling on the Mayor’s designated Highlands 10% discount to first 50 renters • 526-4555 at the school up a notch. Recycling Task Force, has worked with Anne 2821 Cashiers road (2.5 miles east of Main between Flat Mtn. & Buck Creek The Beta Club has initiated a full-scale Porter by providing recycling information ✰ ✰ recycling program which began with the and materials. J-MCA would like to see, in distribution of collection boxes placed the near future, plans to have a school ✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰✰ throughout the school. Beta club member assembly, led by Joel Ostroff, the Macon Kyle Lassiter is spearheading the current County Recycling Coordinator. program, working with Mrs. Porter on the At the assembly, the Beta Club logistics. Each Beta member has been members intend to hand out the box-full assigned a week to collect the materials, sort of recycling goodies provided by the them, and take them to a recycling center. Highlands Recycling Task Force. Recycling The Jackson-Macon Conservation was re-started at the school by 4th grader Alliance (J-MCA) has been advising the Beta Alex Bronough and his mother Tamara last year. Alex decided to place a garbage can in the central hallway and advertise for the THe kids to recycle their cans and bottles. Last year, 5,018 bottles and cans were recycled, with another 1,035 processed Summer since the Beta Club program began. The additional volume of newspaper and mixed paper generated each week by the school HouSe has astounded the Beta members. The Beta Club encourages everyone to take their Distinct and Customized recyclable garbage to a Recycling Drop-Off Products... Center. The closest facility to Highlands is on Buck Creek Road. New Markdowns Just Taken! • Summer House Collection of For a list of acceptable recyclable Upholstery materials and other Centers, contact J-MCA at 526-9938 ext. 320. Trunk Show • Coordinated Bedding • Interior and Exterior Lighting Culinary Festival Weekend • Collections of Original Art Burning ban • Extensive Selection of Unique Nov. 8-11 Accessories still in effect • Gifts • Kitchen and Pantry Items Effective immediately, and in con- MarieBelle Chocolates junction with the statewide burning ban due to severe drought conditions, the Handcrafted Furniture by: Macon County Fire Marshal’s office has prohibited open burning due to local con- Tiger mounTain ditions which make fires hazardous. WoodWorkS Recent rainfall hasn’t eliminated the fire danger in the county and the recent frost has caused many of the leaves on 2 miles from Main Street trees to fall creating a high fire dangers. 2089 Dillard Road • 526-5577 Open burning will be prohibited un- til adequate rainfall lessens the hazazrds Paula & Barry Jones associated with open burning. Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 15 Bank rewards students for creativity ROSEWOOD MARKET THANKSGIVING MENU 2007 RBC Centura Bank sponsored pumpkin ENTREES: decorating contest for all 10-12# Roasted Turkey $55 2nd graders at Highlands 14-18# (Serves 10-12) $70 School. The bank donated the pumpkins which were 20-22# (Serves 14-16) $85 decorated and displayed All Turkeys come with Giblet Gravy in the lobby for one week (Turkey order deadline Sat. Nov. 10) so customers, the 15# Bourbon-Brown Sugar Baked Ham $149 children’s families, friends, 8# Pork Loin Stuffed with Figs & Pears $139 and bank employees could 4# Roasted Duckling (Serves 3-4) $45 vote for their favorite. 4.5# Classic Beef Wellington (Serves 8-10) $149 There were two winners: Analyse Crook from Ms. Miller’s class, and Ben SALADS: Avery from Ms. Cox’s class. Cranberry Congealed Salad Winners received goodie Roasted Beets, Oranges & Montrachet bags and a keepsake Arugula Salad with Figs & Parmesan pencil from the bank for participating in the contest. SOUPS: Photo by Melanie Miller Tomato-Basil, Winter Squash, Corn & Crab Chowder, Split Pea, Shrimp Bisque

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he town of Highlands won an award population category. This is quite an The Public Works Com- paved. We also have Wy- this past week from AAA of the Car- honor for us as a town and specifically mittee got down to serious anock and Azalea to do in Tolinas. We were chosen by them as for our chief of police and his depart- talks about improvement in the near future as well. North the winner in the Traffic Safety’s Safe ment. Chief Harrell and his officers are our stormwater runoff in the Cobb is another road I Communities area in the under 10,000 doing a great job. town of Highlands. At the be- would like to see surfaced. ginning of this year a major I hope everyone will get study of this issue was carried involved in Highlands’ first out by McGill Associates, an culinary event which begins Let High Country Cafe Engineering firm who identi- Thursday, Nov. 8, in our new fied the problem areas in our Pine Street Park. Reservations prepare your Thanksgiving Meal! system. If we are going to can be also made at individu- continue to be a progressive, al restaurants. Tickets may be modern town which cares for purchased at the Visitors Mayor Don Mullen Your Choice of: all its citizens, good stormwa- Center for the Culinary ter control is essential. We could stay in Weekend. A complete schedule of events 1 Turkey or Ham the dark ages and ignore these problems, can also be obtained there or in the news- 1 Traditional or Cornbread Stuffing but this would be irresponsible for our papers. This looks like it will be an out- future and the well being of all our peo- standing effort supporting our business 1 Mashed potatoes or Sweet potatoes ple. community and bringing people to High- 1 Carrot-Raisin Salad, cucumber salad or cole slaw It is time for us to begin making lands. Support from the community is these improvements by addressing these important. 2 Veggies (Green beans, black-eyed peas, corn in flooding and hydraulic issues. We consid- butter sauce, collard greens, green bean casserole, ered the drainage area from Harris Lake and around the Biological Station which butternut squash) runs off into Mill Creek to be a priority 1 rolls or cornbread and will make a recommendation to the ... ANOTHER VIEW Board of Commissioners that we proceed 1 pie (pumpkin or sweet potato) with this soon. We will be seeking funds continued from page 5 Dinner includes gravy & cranberry sauce from the Clean Water Trust Fund to ac- complish this first step after McGill gives through the woods around Highlands, us a final figure as to the cost. After that except that it’s hunting season. The there is still much more to do, and over air and fallen leaves share a crispness. The $40 (serves 6-8 people) the next few years we will. colors of sky and foliage are brilliant. But We have been in conversations with if you go wandering, beware. Blaze extra sides & pies available our state Senator John Snow regarding clothing does not keep you from funding the paving of Hickory Hill, becoming game. You may be drilled with Individual meals $12.95/person Chowan and Cullasaja Roads and he has a high velocity missile, or maybe just Call for selection and details • 828-526-0572 officially requested release from the state plinked with a sling shot. Singing loudly of discretionary funds totaling $280,000. might protect you. I don’t think animals (Orders must be placed by Nov. 18, 2007) We should hear from this soon and hope- have learned to sing as part of their 3601 Cashiers Road fully in the spring we can get these roads metamorphosis. • HIGHLANDS FINE DINING •

Think “Fressers” for Lunch & Dinner! “Fabulous Food in a Casual Atmosphere” Gourmet meals • Fabulous Desserts • Wine Brown-bagging permitted Music with Cy Timmons Wed.-Sat at 6 p.m. Open for lunch and dinner Call for reservations • 526-4188 Serving Lunch: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Culinary Weekend Event Nov. 8-10 Serving Dinner: from 5 p.m. Everyday Prime Rib Dinner Now offering full service catering providing personal service by Certified Execu- Call for reservations. tive Chef Charles Emrick. No event is too small or too large. Use our facility or Now taking reservations for Thanksgiving yours. Now booking holiday events, business meetings, weddings, etc. Dinner. Two seatings at 1 and 3 p.m. 270 Main Street • www.mainstreet-inn.com • 828-526-2590 Two Entrances – Main and Oak streets • 787-2200 Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 17

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The Bistro is open Serving Dinner from 5:30 at 3 p.m. featuring wine Open 7 nights a week ...ON THE VERANDAH “...Highlands Most Scenic Dining” Reservations Recommended and small plates Dinner nightly from 6 p.m Wine Spectator Award Sunday Brunch 11 am – 2 pm. Since 1987

Taking reservations for Thanksgiving, Holiday Parties and New Year’s Eve Music nightly including Chad Reed, Reservations Angie Jenkins and Paul Scott. suggested. 474 Main Street • 526-3807 • Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence 828-526-2338 [email protected] Dinner: 5-11 nightly Why wait for a special occasion? Live Music Saturdays At Madison’s every day is special! Cyprus Highlands most beautiful upscale dining destination celebrates every day with their International Cuisine Elevated Southern Cuisine and their Wine Spectator Award Winning wine list. Lunch or dinner, the service will make you feel, dare we say, special. N.C. 106 in Dillard Road Shopping Center • 526-4429 445 Main Streets Adjacent to the Inn ~ 828-526-5477 ~ www.oldedwardsinn.com Page 18 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 Are these your earrings? They could be! 1st1st AnnualAnnual CulinaryCulinary Register to win this pair of beautiful 14k gold, pearl and WeekendWeekend Nov.Nov. 8-118-11 Tickets for the Culinary Weekend are $195. The weekend ticket grants access to Thursday champagne topaz earrings made night’s, Nov. 8 Opening Celebration and includes 10 vouchers redeemable for daytime events. Tickets by artist Mary Elizabeth Wilson. to Thursday Night’s Opening Celebration can be purchased separately for $95 each. Vouchers Retail value: $850. redeemable for daytime events can also be purchased separately for $10 each. Thursday night’s Opening Reception Celebration begins is at 7 p.m. at Pine Street Park. Evening entertainment is music by the jazz trio, Hipshack. Shuttle service will be provided from local Inns, Highlands Recreation TRUNK SHOW: Park, *All Turkeys come with Giblet Gravyand Highlands Plaza to Pine Street Park. Please Saturday, Nov. 10 use the Shuttle Service for this event. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daytime Event Information featuring jewelry by Daytime Events can only be purchased by voucher and additional vouchers can be purchased at Highlands Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center by calling 866.526.5841. Vouchers must artist Mary Elizabeth Wilson be redeemed at the daytime event venue. Reservations for all events — daytime or evening — is suggested and subject to availability. All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates, and times are subject to change without notice. Evening Events Information Evening Events are subject to availability and prices vary. Reservations for the evening events are to be reserved directly through the participating restaurants. All events, prices, personalities, performances, venues, dates, and times are subject to change without notice.

DAYTIME EVENTS Presenter/Host: ..on the Verandah”s Chef de Cuisine, Julie Miller, a Grande Diploma graduate of Historical Treats the Silwood Cordon Bleu School. Virginia Willis is a Venue: SweeTreats cook, teacher, author, and culinary television produc- Gallery of Fine Handcrafts and Antiques Date: Friday, Nov. 9 er. She is working on completion of her cookbook and Cost: 2 Vouchers forthcoming companion television series: Bon Appetit, Time: 10-11 a.m. Y’all! Three Generations of Southern Cooking (Ten Mary Elizabeth will be showcasing her latest pieces Limit: 40 Speed Press, 2008) The presenter/hosts are ...on the made with 14k gold, pearls and precious stones. Event Description: Highlands Historian and Verandah and owners Andrew Figel and Marlene Al- Author Ran Shaffner will present a personal history varez and culinary author and producer Virginia Will- of Highlands, full of fun facts and anecdotes. Attend- is. ees will be treated to a sampling of goodies, coffee, tea, and beverages at SweeTreats, which has been a Wild Fowl Cooking Class landmark in Highlands since 1989. A portion of the Venue: The Log Cabin proceeds will be donated to the Highlands Historical Society. SweeTreats is known for its ice cream and Date: Friday, November 9 yogurt. In addition, its restaurant features delectable Cost: 3 Vouchers Time: noon-1 pm desserts, a light fare for lunch and dinner, a full cof- fee and wine bar. Limit: 20 Presenter/Host: Highlands Historian Ran Event Description: There is more to life than just chicken. This class will show a variety of tech- Shaffner established Cyrano”s Bookshop in Highlands in 1978 and was proprietor until he retired a couple niques for utilizing wild fowl. Starting with identifying years ago. Ran has a doctorate in Comparative Liter- the types of fowl available on the market, including duck and pheasant. Chef Thole will demonstrate vary- ature from UNC Chapel Hill, and has been an educa- tor for the Peace Corps, UNC Chapel Hill, Fairfield ing cooking techniques that can be used with wild Univ. in Connecticut, and Western Carolina Universi- fowl from roasting to making a consomme. He will also discuss the different types of wines that pair well ty at Cullowhee. As an author he has published The Apprenticeship Novel, Good Reading Material, Most- with wild fowl. You will be able to sample some of the ly Bound and New, and Heart of the Blue Ridge: High- creations as well as the accompanying wines. Presenter/Host: Matthew Thole is a graduate lands, NC. of Johnson and Wales University in Charleston, SC. He has honed is culinary skills in many of the best Simple, Quick, Elegant Hors restaurants in the southeast, culminating in New Or- d’oeuvres leans, LA at John Besh”s Restaurant August. Chef Venue: ...on the Verandah Thole uses many of the flavors and skills learned in Date: Friday, November 9 his time in both Charleston and New Orleans. Cost: 5 Vouchers Time: 11 am-1 pm Enotec Italian Wine Portfolio Tasting Limit: 40 Venue: Ristorante Paoletti Event Description: ...on the Verandah will guide Date: Friday, November 9 you on a culinary showcase of preparing delicious Cost: 2 Vouchers appetizers, for seated or informal service, for either Time: noon-2:30 pm your pre-planned or impromptu gatherings. You will Limit: Open create simple and quick amuse-bouche menus using Event Description: An informal “Open House everyday ingredients already in your kitchen or easi- Tasting” of hand picked wines- Encompassing “great ly available at your local market. During the course of values” to “Luxury wines” from SuperTuscan and Pied- the event, participants will be able to enjoy these del- montese Producers. This is a rare opportunity to taste icacies and match them with just the right wine. Rec- and purchase for the home as many wines will be ipes will be provided. As an added attraction, CK Swan available in our cellar at tremendous pre-holiday pric- Galleries of Highlands will be featuring the works of es. Come meet the importer! local artist Elizabeth Barr, renowned for her oil based Presenter/Host: Importer Blair Taylor Highlands” area landscape. •See CULINARY page 19 Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 19 1st1st AnnualAnnual CulinaryCulinary WeekendWeekend Nov.Nov. 8-118-11

Flavor Spectrum with Domaine Se- Event Description: Who cares about the other olate Bear. pairings let the Fireside help you make this the most rene Winery white meat, what about the other red meats. This class Presenter/Host: A representative of the Lau- wonderful holiday yet. Trisha Kieltyka of The Christ- will demystify wild game by explaining the difference Venue: Wolfgang’s Restaurant and Wine Bistro rent-Perrier Champagne Group and a representative mas Tree on the Hill has transformed the room into a between free range and farm raised game. Discuss- Date: Friday, November 9 from Neuhaus will be presenting the selections of holiday wonderland. Stan and Donna Cochrane of ing in detail that not all venison is the same and dem- Cost: 5 Vouchers + tax & gratuity champagne and chocolates. Mirror Lake Antiques will present a holiday table re- onstrating how to work with the different types of game Time: 12:30 pm splendent with antique china and silver. available. Chef Thole with explore the wonders of free Limit: 60 How To Entertain From A to Z – SOLD Presenter/Host: Travis Schultz grew up in the range antelope and venison. As well as how to pair Event Description: Domaine Serene wine and restaurant developing a passion for food. A recent wines with your game. OUT graduate of Cook Street School of Fine Cooking in food tasting brought to the “nth” degree... Chef Wolf- Venue: Oak Street Cafe gang and Chef David will create four small pairings Denver, he also studied at the Italian Culinary Insti- Date: Friday, November 9 tute in Asti, Italy, and with Chef Martial in Paris. that will compliment & contrast, leaving you think Laurent-Perrier Champagne & Marie Cost: 6 Vouchers outside of the box. Controversial dishes that will chal- Belle Chocolate Pairing Seminar Time: 2-4 pm lenge your palate. Each participant will be poured a Venue: Old Edwards Inn and Spa Limit: 10 Wine & Hors d oeurves at Sunset taste of six different Domaine Serene wines to Date: Friday, November 9 Rock compliment the 4 different dishes. Cost: 5 Vouchers Holiday Entertaining - Wine, Food, & Venue: Meet at the Highlands Nature Center Presenter/Host: Chef Wolfgang Green, Chef/ Time: 2-4 pm Date: Friday, November 9 Owner of Wolfgang”s Restaurant and Wine Bistro wel- Limit: 40 Ambiance Cooking Class Cost: 3 Vouchers comes you to his 14th season in Highlands. Wolf- Event Description: This celebratory event pairs Venue: Fireside - Gallery Room Time: 4:30 pm gang’s Restaurant and Wine Bistro is a proud recipi- two delicious favorites symbolizing luxury and nobili- Date: Friday, November 9 Limit: 20 ent of the “Best of Award of Excellence” from the pres- ty - fine Laurent-Perrier Champagne and Neuhaus Bel- Cost: 2 Vouchers Event Description: Fressers Eatery & Adven- tigious Wine Spectator magazine. Chef Wolfgang was gian chocolates. Laurent-Perrier is one the world”s Time: 2 pm ture Depot invite you on a 1 mile walk up to Sunset the former Executive Chef for the “Brennan Family” most esteemed Champagne houses with a lineage Limit: 20 Rock. Once atop Sunset Rock enjoy the beautiful of Commanders Palace, Elected Member of Acade- that traces back some 200 years. Neuhaus Belgian Event Description: What better way to add sunset while enjoying fine wine, & appetizers. The my of Chefs, Certified Executive Chef, Voted Best Chocolates was established in 1857 and is best known sparkle to the holiday season than with the perfect hike is very moderate and the view from the top is Texas and Jamaican Chef of the Year, and was an for divine pralines among other confections. This event wine? Whether you need the right “meet and greet” spectacular. Please plan to wear sturdy shoes. elected member of the Texas Culinary Olympic Team. wine or are looking for inspiration in food and wine is being held in conjunction with Highlands own Choc- •See CULINARY page 20 Executive Chef David McGlade was trained at Johnson and Whales and came to Highlands from Charlotte, N.C. to work with Chef Wolfgang. The two Chefs make a wonderful team that has successfully • SPECIALTY FOODS • worked together for the past five years. Their differ- ent culinary techniques and styles balance one an- other. DUSTY’s RHODES SUPERETTE Mediterranean St. Food - Interactive Kilwin’s Cooking Class A Grocery & MORE! Venue: Cyprus Restaurant It is time to plan for the Date: Friday, November 9 Ships Cost: 4 Vouchers holidays. Time: 1-3 pm Limit: 20 Let us help make them easier Event Description: Simple street fare from so you can enjoy! Nationwide Spain, France, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Cyprus, Leba- Mon, - Sat non, Morocco, and Tunisia. A few highlights: Stuffed Order your turkey or ham now! Mussels from Istanbul Turkey, Sfincione stuffed meat Place your cake and pie 11 a.m.-9 p.m. pie from Sicily, Falafel in Pita from Lebanon (with Matecha Salad)! You are welcome to bring your fa- orders early! Closed Sundays vorite knife. Bring your smile and your sense of hu- Quantities are limited. Chocolates • Fudge • Ice Cream • mor! Gift Baskets • Nationwide Shipping Presenter/Host: Chef Nicholas Figel Mon-Sat, 8-5:30 • 493 Dillard Rd. 526-2762 370 Main Street • 828-526-3788 A Taste of Chocolate Heaven & Bru- tacao Port Tasting Gourmet to Go Jams, Jellies, Venue: Basketcase & Catering Preserves, Date: Friday, November 9 Relishes & Cost: 1 Voucher 526-0383 Gourmet Treats Time: 1-4 pm on going Limit: Open Event Description: Highlands newest gourmet shop invites you to come “up the hill” for a slice of heaven accompanies by a unique California Port from Brutacao Cellars. b Presenter/Host: Kristi Rogers of Basketcase Mon-Sat • 10-5 basketcase Gourmet chocolates & gift basket designer & Marty Highlands’ premier Rosenfield, Chef/Owner of Lakeside Restaurant. gift basket company Wild Game Cooking Class gourmet foods – coffees & teas Venue: The Log Cabin fresh-baked pastries – gifts Date: Friday, November 9 Wed.– Sat. • 11-6 Corner of entertainware Cost: 3 Vouchers 5th and Main Next to D&J Express Mart at 294 S. 4th Street • “on the hill” Time: 2-3 pm 787-2473 Limit: 20 Main & 1st Street 526-5026 Page 20 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 1st1st AnnualAnnual CulinaryCulinary WW Complimentary Wine & Hors d’ oeu- over the age of 12 are welcome. Space is limited and Date: Saturday, November 10 vres reservations are required. Call 1-800-946-6822 or 828- Cost: 4 Vouchers 526-8170. Venue: The Inn at Half Mile Farm Time: noon-2:30 pm Date: Friday, November 9 Breakfast at Main Street Inn Limit: 40 Cost: FREE Venue: Main Street Inn Event Description: Enotec Italian Wine Import- Time: 5-7 pm Date: Friday, November 9 ers, hosted by importer Blair Taylor of Denver Colo- Limit: Open Cost: 1 Voucher per person rado. Educational seminar to showcase Italian Vari- Event Description: The Inn at Half Mile Farm Time: 8:30 am-11 am (Reservations Required etals. The seminar will encompass TWO WINE invites you to join us for a complimentary glass of 526.2590) FLIGHTS.” Participants are urged to participate with wine and hors d’ oeurves to celebrate Highlands’ First Event Description: Start your day off right with questions.Cheeses/Breads Provided. Annual Culinary Weekend. Join us on Friday or Sat- a wonderful breakfast at the Main Street Inn. Enjoy Presenter/Host: Hosted by Importer Blair Tay- urday evening and see all that we have to offer. assorted juices, smoothies, cereals, fresh fruit,& tea lor, Denver Colorado. breads. Champagne, Mimosa and Belini’s are avail- Relax, Refresh, Rejuvenate able. Menu Entrees include Cheeseburger Scrambled Northern Thai Cooking Class Eggs, Plain ol’ Scrambled Eggs, Incredible Irish Oat- Venue: Peggy Crosby Center Venue: Cyprus Restaurant meal with Brown Sugar, Cranberries, and Cream, Date: Friday, November 9 Date: Saturday, November 10 Creme Brule French Toast, Toasted Cheese Grits, Cost: 8 Vouchers Cost: 4 Vouchers Sausage Patties, Seasonal Fresh Fruit, Banana Time: 828-200-0018 Time: 1- 3 pm Bread, Cinnamon Rolls w/ Icing, & Biscuits with As- Limit: Call for appointment! Limit: 20 sorted Jams. Reservations are required 526.2590. Event Description: Refresh and unwind while Event Description: We will explore the beauti- enjoying a relaxing massage. ful cuisines of Northern Thailand, from Chiang Mai to Presenter/Host: Lisa Wilker, LMT Fly Fishing & Trout Lunch – SOLD the homelands of the hill tribes. Some examples: Clear OUT curry broth with tomato and minced pork, A selection of Yam, (salads), with Chile pastes and sauces, “Khan- A destination spa resort that Gourmet Breakfast Venue: Harris Lake Next to Lakeside Restau- toke,” a central bowl of glutanous rice, Roasted chick- Venue: The Inn at Half Mile Farm rant en rice noodle stir-fry with fried shallots,Tropical fruit surrounds you with period Date: Friday, November 9 Date: Saturday, November 10 smoothies, (durian, soursop, mango). You are wel- antiques, gourmet cuisine, Cost: 3 Vouchers for party of 2 Cost: 7 Vouchers come to bring your favorite knife. Bring your smile Time: 10 am impeccable service, a sumptuous Time: 8-11 am (Reservations Required) and your sense of humor! Limit: Call for reservations 526.8170 Limit: 14 Presenter/Host: Chef Nicholas Figel spa and more. Event Description: Start your day with a mi- Call 526-5477 mosa and gourmet breakfast for 2. The Inn at Half “All Things Wonderful” Fashion Show A Celebration of Presentation - The Mile Farm invites you to join us between 8 am and 11 Luncheon 445 Main Street, Highlands, NC am for a mouth-watering country breakfast. Children WOW Effect! Venue: Main Street Inn Venue: ...on the Verandah Date: Saturday, November 10 Date: Saturday, November 10 Cost: 3 Vouchers Cost: Free - a percentage of all event display Time: noon-2 pm purchases Limit: 50 Lucky Ladies! will go to the Literacy Council Event Description: Main Street Inn and Drake”s Time: 1- 3 pm Diamond Gallery, Rosenthal’s, and McCulley’s Cash- Limit: No maximum mere will host a ladies champagne luncheon with a Event Description: ...on the Verandah Restau- fashion runway. Ladies will love this venue with fan- rant - “Highlands Most Scenic Dining” - and Dutch- tastic lunch selections in the elegant Main Street Inn Serving Dinner from 5:30 p.m man’s Designs will demonstrate table and culinary Grand Dining Room. Models will present the latest presentations perfectly suited for your next dinner Wednesday - Sunday fashions from three of the finest ladies fashion icons party or cocktail reception. Learn how to use edible The Bistro opens at 3 p.m. in the state of North Carolina. flowers, herbs, and garnishes to brighten up any dish Presenter/Host: Gary & Debbie Garner of Main featuring wine & small plates and make your room decor shine and stand out. Street Inn, Wanda Drake of Drake’s Diamond Gal- Presenter/Host: Owners Andrew Figel and Taking reservations for lery, Kitty Byers of Rosenthal’s, & Mary Bynum of Marlene Alvarez of ...on the Verandah and Stephanie Serving Lunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Thanksgiving and Holiday McCulley’s Cashmere. Blumen of Dutchman”s Designs. Dinner from 5 p.m. everyday parties. Enotec Italian Wine Importers Educa- A Taste of Chocolate Heaven & Bru- Two entrances Main & Oak Call 526-3807 • 474 Main Street tional Seminar 787-2200 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence tacao Port Tasting Venue: Ristorante Paoletti Venue: Basketcase Ristorante A Country Inn Paoletti Fine Italian Dining since 1953 Featuring “where simplicity is Serving Dinner from 5:30 p.m. a Gourmet Breakfast Buffet luxury.” everyday 8:30-11 a.m. Wine Spectator’s and Prime Rib Buffet “Best of Award of Excellence” Saturday, Nov. 10 Lisa A. Wiler, LMT• NC 7023 526-8170 Call 526-4906 5:30-9 p.m. Peggy Crosby Center• Rm.213 214 Half Mile Drive 440 Main Street 270 Main St. • 526-2590 828-200-0018• 348 S. 5th St. Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 21 nnaryary WeekendWeekend Nov.Nov. 8-118-11 Date: Saturday, November 10 Cost: FREE Cost: 3 Vouchers + + Cost: 1 Voucher Time: 5-7 pm Time: 11:30 am-2 pm Time: 1-4 pm on going Limit: Open Limit: 50 Limit: Open Event Description: The Inn at Half Mile Farm Event Description: Highlands’ newest gourmet invites you to join us for a complimentary glass of Thomas Arvid & Cakebread Cellars shop invites you to come “up the hill” for a slice of wine and hors d’ oeurves to celebrate Highlands’ First Brunch heaven accompanies by a unique California Port from Annual Culinary Weekend. Join us and see all that Venue: Wolfgang’s Restaurant and Wine Bistro Brutacao Cellars. we have to offer. Date: Sunday, November 11 Presenter/Host: Kristi Rogers, Owner/choco- Cost: 9 Vouchers + tax and gratuity late and gift basket designer of Basketcase Gourmet Relax, Refresh, Rejuvenate Time: 12:30 pm & Marty Rosenfield, Chef/Owner of Lakeside Restau- Venue: Peggy Crosby Center Limit: 60 rant. Date: Saturday, November 10 Event Description: Join us for a wonderful Cost: 8 Vouchers Brunch with Artist, Thomas Arvid and Cakebread Holiday Entertaining - Wine, Food, & Time: 828-200-0018 Cellars. Chef Wolfgang and Chef David will create a Ambiance Cooking Class Limit: Call for appointment! wonderful4-course plated brunch. Thomas Arvid will Venue: Fireside- Gallery Room Event Description: Refresh and unwind while be painting during the brunch. The wines featured from Date: Saturday, November 10 enjoying a relaxing massage. Cakebread Cellars will be Sauvignon Blanc, Chardon- Cost: 2 Vouchers Presenter/Host: Lisa Wilker, LMT nay & Cabernet Sauvignon. Time: 2 pm Presenter/Host: Chef Wolfgang, Chef David, Limit: 20 Gourmet Breakfast Thomas Arvid, and Cakebread Cellars. Event Description: What better way to add Venue: The Inn at Half Mile Farm sparkle to the holiday season than with the perfect Date: Saturday, November 10 Relax, Refresh, Rejuvenate wine? Whether you need the right “meet and greet” Cost: 3 Vouchers for party of 2 Venue: Peggy Crosby Center wine or are looking for inspiration in food and wine Time: 8-11 am (Reservations Required) Date: Sunday, November 11 pairings let the Fireside help you make this the most Limit: Call for reservations 526-8170 Cost: 8 Vouchers wonderful holiday yet. Trisha Kieltyka of The Christ- Event Description: Start your day with a mi- Time: 828-200-0018 mas Tree on the Hill has transformed the room into a mosa and gourmet breakfast for 2. The Inn at Half Limit: Call For Appointment ...on the Verandah holiday wonderland. Stan and Donna Cochrane of Mile Farm invites you to join us between 8 am and 11 Event Description: Refresh and unwind while Mirror Lake Antiques will present a holiday table re- am for a mouth-watering country breakfast. Children enjoying a relaxing massage. “Highlands Most Scenic Dining” splendent with antique china and silver. over the age of 12 are welcome. Space is limited and Presenter/Host: Lisa Wilker, LMT Presenter/Host: Travis Schultz grew up in the reservations are required. Call 1-800-946-6822 or 526- Dinner and music nightly from 6 p.m. restaurant developing a passion for food. A recent 8170. Gourmet Breakfast Sunday Brunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. graduate of Cook Street School of Fine Cooking in Venue: The Inn at Half Mile Farm Wine Spectator Award since 1987 Denver, he also studied at the Italian Culinary Insti- Breakfast at Main Street Inn 526-2338 tute in Asti, Italy, and with Chef Martial in Paris. Venue: Main Street Inn •See CULINARY page 22 Date: Saturday, November 10, 2007 Wine & Hors d oeurves at Sunset Cost: 1 Voucher per person Time: 8:30-11am (Reservations Required 526- Send Rock Custom Venue: Meet at the Highlands Nature Center 2590) holiday Date: Saturday, November 10 Event Description: Start your day off right with wishes gift Cost: 3 Vouchers a wonderful breakfast at the Main Street Inn. Enjoy baskets Time: 4:30 pm assorted juices, cereals, fresh fruit, & tea breads. with... Event Description: Fressers Eatery & Adven- Champagne, Mimosa, & Belini”s are available. Menu ture Depot invite you on a 1 mile walk up to Sunset Entrees include Cheeseburger Scrambled Eggs, Plain Rock. Once atop Sunset Rock enjoy the beautiful ol’ Scrambled Eggs, Incredible Irish Oatmeal with sunset while enjoying fine wine, & appetizers. The Brown Sugar, Cranberries, and Cream, Creme Brule Serving light fare for hike is very moderate and the view from the top is French Toast, Toasted Cheese Grits, Sausage Pat- spectacular. Please plan to wear sturdy shoes. ties, Seasonal Fresh Fruit, Banana Bread, Cinnamon breakfast, lunch and Rolls w/ Icing, & Biscuits with Assorted Jams. Reser- dinner, special desserts, Complimentary Wine & vations are required 526-2590 too! Hors d’ oeuvres Bubbles & Brunch SOLD OUT Venue: The Inn at Half Mile Farm Venue: Lakeside Restaurant 828.526.9419 11 Mtn. Brook Center Date: Saturday, November 10 Date: Sunday, November 11 294 S. 4th St. • M-S 10-6 • 526-5026 526-9822 Wine Tasting Event s: Fireside Restaurant Venue: Highlands Wine & Cheese Date: Friday, Nov. 9 (Wines of Frederick Wildman for breakfast, lunch & dinner Importers and Saturday, Nov. 10 (Wines of Napa Valley, Calif. Time: 1:30-4 pm Cyprus Wine Flights International Cuisine Venue: Highlands Wine & Cheese Serving Dinner from 5:30 Date: Friday & Saturday Time: 4:30-6:30 pm p.m. six nights a week. Dinner: 5-11 nightly In the Falls on Main 526-3380 Live Music Saturdays 526-5210 N.C. 106 in Dillard Road Shopping Center Wright Sq. • 526-3636 130 Log Cabin Lane 526-4429 Page 22 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 1st Annual Culinary Weekend FOR SALE on FOR SALE Date: Sunday, November 11 Venue: Lakeside Restaurant 526-9419 Cost: 3 Vouchers for party of 2 Date: Friday, November 9 Time: 8 am-11 am (Reservations Required) Cost: $175 Lake Sequoyah on Limit: Call for reservations 526-8170 Time: 7 pm Event Description: Start your day with a mi- Limit: 32 mosa and gourmet breakfast for 2... The Inn at Half Mirror Lake Mile Farm invites you to join us between 8 am and 11 Holiday Entertaining – Wine, Food & am for a mouth-watering country breakfast. Children Ambiance Dinner over the age of 12 are welcome. Space is limited and reservations are required. Call 1-800-946-6822 or 526- Venue: Fireside-Gallery Room 526-3636 8170. Date: Friday, November 9 Cost: $70 Time: 7 pm Breakfast at Main Street Inn Limit: 30 Venue: Main Street Inn Event Description: Chef Travis Schultz will Date: Sunday, November 11 present a pre-fixe menu inlcuding the final version of Cost: 1 Voucher per person the afternoon”s culinary demonstration. Wines cho- REDUCED to $1,395 million Time: 8:30 am-11 am (Reservations Required sen specifically to enhance each course will be 526-2590) served. From hors de oeuvres to desserts, for an in- Event Description: Start your day off right with timate family dinner or gala holiday reception, you’re a wonderful breakfast at the Main Street Inn. Enjoy sure to find something new to dazzle your guests and assorted juices, smoothies, cereals, fresh fruits & tea family. Trisha Kieltyka of The Christmas Tree on the breads. Champagne, Mimosa, & Belini”s are avail- Hill has transformed the room into a holiday wonder- able. Menu Entrees include Cheeseburger Scrambled land. Stan and Donna Cochrane of Mirror Lake An- Eggs, Plain ol’ Scrambled Eggs, Incredible Irish Oat- tiques will present a holiday table resplendent with meal with Brown Sugar, Cranberries, and Cream, antique china and silver. Creme Brule French Toast, Toasted Cheese Grits, Presenter/Host: Travis Schultz grew up in the Sausage Patties, Seasonal Fresh Fruit, Banana restaurant developing a passion for food. A recent Three master suites with jetted tubs Also for sale: Bread, Cinnamon Rolls w/ Icing, & Biscuits with As- graduate of Cook Street School of Fine Cooking in sorted Jams. Reservations are required 526-2590. and showers. Sleeping nook with $975,000 Denver, he also studied at the Italian Culinary Insti- private bath. tute in Asti, Italy, and with Chef Martial in Paris. 4 fireplaces, 2 living areas. Newly Three beds, 3 baths, plus cottage. Huge EVENING EVENTS Renovated. Private dock w/canoe & decks, dock, canoe and paddleboat. Rent Evening Flight of Japanese Cuisine & firepit. entire lodge or cottage or individual suites. Patz & Hall Wine Dinner is SOLD OUT Artisanal Sake Call 828-342-2302. Call 828-342-2302 Venue: Old Edwards Inn and Spa (828) 787- Venue: Cyprus Restaurant (828) 526-4429 2604 Date: Friday, November 9, 2007 www.thelodgeonmirrorlake.com www.thelodgeonmirrorlake.com Date: Friday, November 9 Cost: $70 per person including food and sake Cost: $169 per person, inclusive of tax and gra- Time: 7 pm tuity Event Description: An Evening of Japanese Time: 6 pm Reception, 6:30 pm Dinner Cuisine and Artisanal Sake. Featuring, A Taste of Limit: 40 Sushi, Sushi Rolls of Hawaiian Opaka-Paka and At- lantic Bluefin Tuna First Course: Chuka Ika Sansei- Show Stopping Caribbean Fusion marinated squid salad Second Course: Ginger Dinner Steamed Yellowtail Snapper with Baby Bok Choy, and soy bean sprouts, sour Yuzu and ginger marinated Venue: ...on the Verandah 526-2338 shitakes. Spicy Chile Marinated Garlic Stem, Sweet Date: Friday, November 9 soy pickled lotus root, Fumi Furikake seasoned Cost: $95 per person (inclusive of sales tax and rice. Third Course: Japanese peppercorn dusted beef gratuity) tenderloin medallion, black bean-scallion sauce Time: 6:30 pm dressed mushrooms, ginger stir fried carrot and Gobo Limit: 50 root. Fourth Course: Soft shell crab tempura, white Event Description: ...on the Verandah’s Exec- miso-peanut fressed daikon radish and Mung bean utive Chef Andrew Figel and One. Midtown Kitchen’s sprout salad. Fifth Course: Aromatic Sansho pepper Tom Harvey meld the Caribbean’s most intriguing cui- temura Kumamoto oyster, soy dressed cold buck- sines with a fusion flare. Join us for adaptations of wheat Soba noodles, Koreon melon. Sweet Tastes: authentic island recipes straight from “Abuela’s Shingo Pear, Green Tea Cake, Ginger Rock Candy (Grandma’s)” kitchen. The evening”s festivities will Presenter/Host: Chef Nick Figel include music, dancing, and a surprise island dem- onstration. Presenter/Host: ...on the Verandah’s Execu- Wine Tasting Event – The Wines of tive Chef Andrew Figel has worked as a chef at the Frederick Wildman Importers Country Commissary in Highlands, North Carolina, Venue: Highlands Wine & Cheese and at the Chart House in Melbourne, Florida. An- Venue: Friday, November 9 drew has tried every aspect of the restaurant busi- Time: 1:30-4 pm. ness working as a waiter and beverage manager at ...on the Verandah in Highlands, N.C. His love of the Wine Flights kitchen drew him back and he is now Executive Chef Venue: Highlands Wine & Cheese at ...on the Verandah, a position he has held for over Date: Friday, November 9 10 years. One Midtown Kitchen’s Executive Chef Tom Time: 4:30-6:30 pm Harvey leads the creation of seasonal high-energy American menus. His kitchen focuses on utilizing fresh ingredients and local products. He has Dinner at Main Street Inn worked with some of the country’s best chefs in set- Venue: Main Street Inn tings ranging from ultra-exclusive boutique country Date: Saturday, November 10 inns to high-volume in-town restaurants. Cost: $27.95 per person Time: 5:30-9 pm Opus One Wine Dinner is SOLD OUT •See CULINARY page 23 Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 23 1st Annual Culinary Weekend Limit: Call for reservations 526-2590 He has honed is culinary skills in many of the best Thanksgiving made easy and delicious Event Description: Enjoy a wonderful dinner restaurants in the southeast, culminating in New Or- at Main Street Inn. Menu includes: Fresh Green Sal- leans, LA at John Besh”s Restaurant August. Chef ad and Assorted Baked Breads; Carving Station with Thole uses many of the flavors and skills learned in by Prime Rib and Pork Tenderloin with Apple Mango his time in both Charleston and New Orleans. Chutney; C.J.s Southern Fried Chicken; Creamed Chicken and Biscuits; Creamy Redskin Mashed Po- Emerging New Appellations Wine Wild Thyme Gourmet tatoes; Home-style Brown Beef Gravy and Sage Gra- vy; Sweet Stewed Tomatoes; Buttery Whole Kernel Dinner is SOLD OUT Corn with Roasted Red Peppers; Whole Baby Car- Venue: Lakeside Restaurant (828) 526-9419 ~ Our favorite Thanksgiving take-out meal ~ rots with Ginger Butter Date: Saturday, November 10, 2007 Presenter/Host: Main Street Inn Cost: $85 per person plus tax and gratuity Slow roasted maple and cider-glazed turkey Time: 7 pm Silver Oak Cellars With Thomas Arvid Limit: 42 Apple, sausage and pecan dressing Wine Dinner – SOLD OUT Holiday Entertaining – Wine, Food & Turkey gravy with fresh sage and vermouth Venue: Wolfgang’s Restaurant and Wine Bis- tro (828) 526-3807 Ambiance Dinner Sweet potatoes with orange and crystallized Date: Saturday, November 10 Venue: Fireside-Gallery Room 526-3636 Cost: $195 + tax & gratuity Date: Saturday, November 10 ginger Time: 6 pm Cost: $70 Limit: 60 Time: 7 pm Garlic mashed potatoes Limit: 30 Formal Extraordinary Five Course Event Description: What better way to add Spinach and artichoke casserole sparkle to the holiday season than with the perfect Wine Dinner wine? Whether you need the right “meet and greet” Green beans with shallots and walnut oil Venue: Ristorante Paoletti 526-4906 wine or are looking for inspiration in food and wine Date: Saturday, November 10 pairings let the Fireside help you make this the most Cranberry relish Cost: $300 per person, plus tax & gratuity wonderful holiday yet. Chef Travis Schultz will present Time: 6:30 pm a pre-fixe menu inlcuding the final version of the Fresh baked rolls Limit: 40 afternoon”s culinary demonstration. Wines chosen Event Description: Join Joel Cohen, VP Emer- specifically to enhance each course will be served. Pumpkin, apple or chocolate pecan pie itus Dreyfus-Ashby Importers, Cohen Private Cellar From hors de oeuvres to desserts, for an intimate Selections of Lake Norman, NC for a formal extraor- family dinner or gala holiday reception, you”re sure to dinary five course dinner with White Truffles. Recep- find something new to dazzle your guests and family. tion Champagne: Bollinger Special Cuveee. Three Trisha Kieltyka of The Christmas Tree on the Hill has The Feast Vintages each of: Le Montrachet Marquis De Lagu- transformed our room into a holiday wonderland. iche, Grand Cru, and Pomerol. Stan and Donna Cochrane of Mirror Lake Antiques Serves 6 ~ $175.00 Presenter/Host: Joel Cohen & VP Emeritus will present a holiday table resplendent with antique A 10-12 pound turkey, all the above Dreyfus-Ashby Importers china and silver. Presenter/Host: Travis Schultz grew up in the accompaniments ...on the Verandah Guest Chef Dinner restaurant developing a passion for food. A recent Series – SOLD OUT graduate of Cook Street School of Fine Cooking in One dozen rolls and one pie Denver, he also studied at the Italian Culinary Insti- Venue: on the Verandah (828) 526-2338 tute in Asti, Italy, and with Chef Martial in Paris. Date: Saturday, November 10 Cost: $175 per person (inclusive of sales tax The Big Feast and gratuity) Pan - Asian Dim Sum Dining Time: 6:30 pm Venue: Cyprus Restaurant (828) 526-4429 Serves 10 ~ $275.00 Limit: 50 Date: Saturday, November 10 Cost: $70 inlcusive of food and wine An 18-20 pound turkey, all of the above Wild Game Wine Dinner Time: 7pm Limit: 60 Venue: The Log Cabin (828) 526-3380 Event Description: Cyprus International Cui- accompaniments Date: Saturday, November 10, 2007 sine and Best Of The Bunch invites you to join us for 1 ½ dozen rolls, and two pies Cost: $120 per person includes wine Dim Sum and an Exhibition of Asian Home Decor. Time: 6:30 pm Enjoy a great array of Dim Sum (Chinese Tastes), Limit: 75 delivered steaming hot to your table, on a traditional Event Description: The Log Cabin will host a cart. Enjoy a great variety to your heart’s content as Dinners may be picked up by seven coarse wild game dinner with wine pairing. we present an exhibition of floral arts and handwork Menu features: Amuse Bouche, 04 Paringa Spar- sourced by Best Of The Bunch. This dinner will be kling Shiraz; 1st Course, Smoked Quail Salad, Arug- paired with exceptional small production wines. This appointment between 11 a.m. ula, butternut squash, orange segments and tanger- will be an experience in cuisine and artisisanal craft ine vinaigrette, 06 Trevor Jones “Virgin” Chardonnay; like nothing you have experienced. Join Us! Wednesday and 10:30 a.m. Thursday. 2nd Course, Duck Consomme, Duck confit and foie Presenter/Host: Chef Nicholas Figel and Best gras beggar’s purse, 05 Teusner “Joshua” Blend Of the Bunch. (GSM); 3rd Course Roasted Pheasant Breast, dried fruit stuffed lady apple, choucroute, and a natural jus, 05 Samuel’s Gorge Tempranillo; 4th Course, Broken Wine Tasting Event – Wines of Napa Order soon, oven space is limited! Arrow Ranch Antelope, sweet potato, bacon, spin- Valley, California ach and goat cheese hash, and a dried cherry demi Venue: Highlands Wine & Cheese Call Through Nov. 13 To Reserve Your Holiday Meal glace, 04 Parson’s Flat Shiraz/Cabernet; 5th Course, Date: Saturday, November 10 Braised Wild Boar Osso Bucco, mascarpone polenta Time: 1:30-4 pm and roasted baby root vegetables, 05 Shirvington Shiraz; Intermezzo; Dessert, Molten Chocolate Cake, Wine Flights (828) 526-4035 caramalized chocolate ice cream, candied pistachios, Venue: Highlands Wine & Cheese NV Jonesy Port Date: Saturday, November 10 Presenter/Host: Matthew Thole is a graduate Time: 4:30-6:30 pm 490 Carolina Way Highlands North Carolina 28741 of Johnson and Wales University in Charleston, SC. 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Main St. Oak & Fifth Streets The Falls on Main – Upper Level – Barbara, Gale & Van • 526-0349 • Open Mon - Sat Tracy, Joe, Lacy, Heather, Stephanie and Janet Marie Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 25 • BUSINESS NEWS • Two authors to sign at Cyrano’s this weekend On Friday, Nov. 9, renowned North per, businessman, politician and Indian to slide their shiny bodies between heaven Friday, Nov. 9, 1:30-3 p.m. Carolina writer Robert Morgan will sign fighter, Daniel Boone has at last received and earth/ through the portal of our worn Cyrano’s Bookshop is located at 390 copies of his new book, “Boone: A Biogra- the biography he deserves: “Boone” is ex- pasture….” Martin is a former assistant di- Main Street in Highlands, North Carolina. phy” from noon to 1:30 p.m. Immediately citing, in-depth and beautifully written, and rector of the Little Tennessee Land Trust and Books can be reserved for autographing by following Morgan, Macon County poet has many maps and illustrations. The Ra- now works for the Wilderness Society. He calling (828) 526-5488 or sending an e- Brent Martin will sign his new collection, leigh New and Observer calls the book autographs “Poems From Snow Hill Road” mail to [email protected]. “Poems From Snow Hill Road,” from 1:30- “stunning” and both novelist Lee Smith and 3 p.m. historian Joseph J. Ellis have lavished praise Thomas German’s event-packed yet on “Boone.” spiritual “The Caucasian Dove” is set on Robert Morgan was born in Hender- the Russian Front, where Jürgen, a decorat- sonville in 1944 and grew up on the fami- ed office in the Panzer Korps, experiences a ly farm in the Green River Valley of the Blue spiritual awakening after visiting a church Ridge Mountains. He attended North Caro- in the Caucasus Mountains. Subsequently lina State before graduating from Chapel ordered into the pivotal battle of Stalingrad, Hill; he has an M.A. from UNC-Greens- then captured and forced into a Soviet Gu- boro. Morgan has published many works lag after the Wehrmacht’s defeat, Jürgen of poetry and prose. His novel “Gap Creek” gains a measure of salvation through his was a New York Times bestseller, and was faith. Thomas German — who has a home also chosen by the Times as one of its No- in Savannah as well as Cashiers — was born table Books of the Year and was a selection in South Dakota. The son of a cowboy bal- of the Oprah Book Club. Currently, Mor- ladeer who was also a radio writer and in- gan is a professor at Cornell University in terviewer, the author studied in Germany Ithaca, N.Y.; he signs from noon to 1:30 as a Fulbright Scholar, and then began a p.m. on Friday, Nov. 9. career in medicine which culminated in an Brent Martin and his wife live in the orthopedic residency at Duke University historic Doc Clark house, just off of Snow • ART GALLERIES • and a family practice in Savannah. Dr. Ger- Hill Road in the Cowee Community, down man says that “Caucasian Dove” evolved the Little Tennessee River from Franklin. from his inherited passion for writing. He Naturalist William Bartram visited the area Mill Creek Gallery & signs at Cyrano’s this Saturday, Nov. 3, from in the 18th century, and Martin’s collection Framing 1-3 p.m. of poems opens with a quotation from Located in Highlands Village “Forget the coonskin cap; he never Bartram’s “Travels” extolling “the great vale Square • Oak Street at 5th wore one,” Robert Morgan writes in the of Cowe, exhibiting one of the most charm- (behind Wolfgang’s) introduction to his new book. That mis- ing natural mountainous landscapes per- conception “is the image from Hollywood haps any where to be seen” and includes Custom Picture Framing and television….The real story of Daniel Martin’s own poetic evocation of the event, (including laminating service) Boone is more complicated than the fic- which anticipates the manmade changes to Mon-Sat 10-5 tion, stranger and far more interesting.” And come. Indeed many other of Martin’s po- after years of research Morgan provides the ems telescope past and present into a sin- Sun 1-5 straight dope on the epic life of the fron- gle landscape, infusing it with both humor 381 Main Street • 526-0667 tiersman born in Pennsylvania in 1734 but and regret. “The Attempted Lynching of who spent many of his early years in North Escomoe Howell,” “Waving at a Drunk” Carolina before moving on to Kentucky and “Old Woman at Brush Creek” are ex- and Missouri. An explorer — from the amples. Another poem begins: “The crows Art and crafts by local artisans Cumberland Gap to Yellowstone — trap- of Snow Hill have returned this morning/ noon to 5 Mon. thru Sat. (828) 787-2021 [email protected] Wholesale Down Bryant Art Glass Comforters & More! • Down comforters • Down blankets Fun & Functional Arts & Crafts • 600 & 440 thread count Open Mon-Sat sheet sets 9:00 am - 5:30 pm • Feather beds • New shipment Sun. 1-4 p.m. of sheets 526-4905 Open Monday-Saturday 828.526.3900 Next to Farmers Market on the Main Street side 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Open Sundays in 1990 Dillard Road Monday-Saturdays 828-526-3901 (Hwy 106) September and October 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 1-800-526-3902 Highlands, NC noon to 5 p.m. Page 26 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007

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141 Main Street in Wright Square “Nana” Sandi Harris and Emma Harris Call 787-2020 With your help, one child CAN make a difference! Your ultimate resource for It all started last spring in Burnsville, Much to Emma’s surprise and God’s genuine, hand-knotted NC. Emma Harris and her brother perfect timing, her family moved to High- Oriental rugs. Hand Nathan found a sparkly green hat and lands. Highlands United Methodist had a fantastic idea! “We could pass this Church has spent the last six weeks study- Cleaning, repairing and hat around church and to our friends and ing the United Methodist missions as they appraisals, too. collect money to help children!” The only relate to children. Through this discus- problem was they didn’t know what chil- sion the children looked at global orga- We guarantee our quality and your satisfaction dren they could help. It was suggested by nizations and local organizations. To con- their mother that they could collect mon- clude their study they celebrated last Sun- ey for the United Methodist Children’s day with a Children’s Sabbath Worship Home in Winston Salem. service. During this service all the chil- Emma set to work immediately. She dren donated a blanket to an organiza- decorated a manila envelope and took it tion called World Vision. This group gives with her to school for a whole week. blankets to children around the world in End ofSALE! Season During that week she recruited the help need of some loving warmth. of some of her classmates and with the Emma was given the opportunity permission of her teacher, she went door during this service to share her desire to 40%-75% off to door to every classroom teacher and help the children of the United Method- asked for their support. If they didn’t have ist Children’s Home in Winston Salem. 85% Red Tag money one day, she came back the next. The quilt was put on display and raffle By the end of the week she had raised tickets are being sold. close to $300. Her next step was to go to This fundraising event is not limited her church and explain her mission. By to United Methodists. It is a fundraising the end of her fundraising effort last event that calls to every person who loves spring Emma had raised over $500 for the children. If you would like to help Emma children in the children’s home. and be a part of her effort to “help chil- Emma’s grandmother, Sandi Harris, dren” please drop by Highlands United decided to help out with the effort by Methodist Church during office hours making a quilt and donating it to Emma (Mon.-Fri. 8 am-4pm) or stop by Wednes- to raffle off with the hopes of raising even day evenings or Sunday mornings. Come more money for the children’s home. see the quilt in person and purchase raf- Highlands’ Oriental Rug Gallery Emma and her Nana worked very closely fle tickets. Raffle Tickets are being sold for (828) 526-5759 together to pick out the pattern and ma- $2 each or 3 Tickets for $5. The Drawing terial. With Emma and Sandi’s great eye will be held at Highlands United Meth- MAIN STREET ♦ OAK SQUARE in HIGHLANDS for brilliant color and a lot of love the odist Church Saturday Dec., 8 at 9 am. Butterfly and Blooms quilt was made and With your help one child CAN make Naples ~ Tampa Sarasota ~ Orlando made ready for a raffle. a difference. Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 27 • SPIRITUALLY SPEAKING • • PLACES OF WORSHIP •

True men and good husbands Prayer – 6:15 p.m., Choir – 7:30 p.m. BLUE VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Rev. Oliver Rice, Pastor (706) 782-3965 Rev. Mark Kayser, Interim Pastor Sundays: School – 10 a.m., Worship – 11 Dr. Don Mullen, Associate Pastor 526-3175 Sunday night services every 2nd & 4th Sunday at 7 Sun.: Worship – 11 a.m.; Sun.School – 9:30 & 9:45. Wednesdays: Mid-week prayer meeting – 7 p.m. Mondays: 8 a.m. – Men’s Bible Discussion & Breakfast BUCK CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH Tuesdays: 10 a.m. – Seekers Sundays: School – 10 a.m.; Worship – 11 Choir – 7 First Saturday: Singing at 7:30 p.m. HIGHLANDS ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHAPEL OF SKY VALLEY Sixth Street Sky Valley, Georgia Sundays: School – 10 a.m.; Worship – 11 The Right Rev. Dr. John S. Erbelding, Pastor Wednesdays: Prayer & Bible Study – 7 Church: 706-746-2999 HIGHLANDS 7TH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Rev. Sam Forrester Pastor’s residence: 706-746-5770 Whiteside Presbyterian Church Wednesday evening prayer & Bible Study Sundays: 10 a.m. – Worship Call Lloyd Kidder at 526-9474 “Husbands love your wives, just as Christ loved the church Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the month HIGHLANDS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH and gave himself up for her to make her holy, cleansing her by Wednesdays: 9 a.m. Healing and Prayer with Holy Senior Pastor Todd Struble; Asst. Pastor Mike Harris the washing with water through the word, and to present her Communion each service 526-3376 CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS to himself as a radiant church, without stain or wrinkle or any CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS Sun.: school 9:45 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m.; NC 28 N. and Pine Ridge Rd., (828) 369-8329 other blemish, but holy and blameless” (Ephesians 5:25-27). 5 p.m. Youth Group Rai Cammack, Branch President, (828) 369-1627 Wed: Supper; 6; 6:15 – children, youth, & adults CHRIST ANGLICAN CHURCH en are given the responsibility of leadership in studies; 6:15 – Adult choir Rev. Cass Daly • Office – 526-2320 (nursery provided for Wed. p.m. activities) the Church of Christ. It was man that committed Sunday: Holy Communion -- 11 a.m. treason against God in the Garden. Paul says in I Thurs:12:30 – Women’s Bible Study (nursery) M (Highlands Community Center on. U.S. 64 next to the HOLY FAMILY LUTHERAN CHURCH – ELCA Timothy 2:14 that Eve was deceived, Adam was not, thus he ballfield in Highlands Chaplain Margaret Howell committed treason. Now, that does not relieve woman of her Monday: Evening Bible Study at 6 p.m. responsibility in sin but it lays at man’s feet the greater 2152 Dillard Road – 526-9741 Wednesday: Men’s Bible study at 8 a.m. Sundays: Worship/Communion – 10:30 responsibility. It is, therefore, man that is called to serve in the at First Baptist Church leadership of the Church. How is it that man can accomplish LITTLE CHURCH OF THE WILDWOOD Pot Luck Lunch last Sunday of each month. Services at the Church in the Wildwood in Horse that leadership? It is by grace alone. The woman is called to a CLEAR CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH role of submission. How is that she can fulfill her role? It is by Cove. Sundays at 7 p.m. through Labor Day. Dress is Pastor Everett Brewer casual. Old fashioned hymn-sing. grace alone. Sundays: School – 10 a.m.; Worship – 11 MACEDONIA BAPTIST CHURCH In Ephesians, Paul speaks of the role of both men and Prayer – 6:30 p.m. 8 miles south of Highlands on N.C. 28 S in Satolah women with each other. He tells women, they are to submit to Evening Service – 1st & 3rd Sunday -- 7 p.m. Pastor Jamie Passmore, (706) 782-8130 their own husbands as unto the Lord and tells men to love COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH Sundays: School – 10 a.m.; Worship – 11 their wives as Christ has loved His Church. www.cbchighlands.com • 526-4685 Choir – 6 p.m. It is clear that men, again, are given the responsibility of 3645 U.S. 64 east, Highlands Wed: Bible Study and Youth Mtg. – 7 p.m. leadership within the family. The role of the man is clearly Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 1O:45 Worship; MOUNTAIN SYNAGOGUE defined by Paul’s words in Ephesians 5:25-27. It is the man 6:30 p.m. High School Group St. Cyprian’s Episcopal Church, Franklin 369-6871 that should pursue the woman and prove his affection for her, Wednesdays: 5:30 p.m. Supper (free for kids 8th Friday: Sabbath Eve Services at 7 p.m. just as Christ chooses you as members of his church. For does grade and under); 6:15 p.m., Adult Bible Study; 6:30 For more information, call (706)-745-1842. not God’s Word tells you, “...He chose us in him before the p.m. programs for students. OUR LADY OF THE MOUNTAINS CATHOLIC creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight” Thursdays: 9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study CHURCH (Ephesians 1:4). It is, then, the man’s responsibility to provide EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE INCARNATION Rev. Tien, Priest all that is necessary to win his wife’s affections, just as Christ The Rev. Brian Sullivan – Rector: 526-2968 Parish office, 526-2418 gave himself to secure your salvation. The Word of God tells Sunday: 8 A.M. - Holy Eucharist (Rite I) Chapel Sundays: Mass – 11 a.m. you, “God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we 8:30 A.M. - Breakfast; 9 A.M. - Sunday School Saturday Mass: 4 p.m. were still sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8). Not only 10:30 A.M. Holy Eucharist (Rite II) (through last Saturday of October) must the husband seek out his wife but he must also work to Sunday Service on Channel 14 at 10:30 A.M. SCALY MOUNTAIN BAPTIST CHURCH keep her secure and safe, just as Christ gives you all that is Monday: 4 P.M. Women’s Cursillo Group Rev. Clifford Willis needed to keep you safely within his fold. Does not Paul say of Tuesday: 8 A.M. Men’s Cursillo Group Sundays: School –10 a.m.; Worship –11 a.m. & 7 those belonging to Christ, “May God himself, the God of peace, 4:30 P.M. Education for Ministry Wednesdays: Prayer Mtg. – 7 p.m. sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul Wednesday: 6:30 P.M. Choir Practice SCALY MOUNTAIN CHURCH OF GOD and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Thursday: 10 A.M. Holy Eucharist (Chapel) 290 Buck Knob Road; Pastor Alfred Sizemore 10:30 A.M. Daughters of the King Christ. The one who calls you is faithful and he will do it” (I Sundays: School – 10 a.m.; Worship – 10:45 a.m.; • Sunday Service on Channel 14 Sun. at 10:30 a.m. Thessalonians 5:23-24). The husband must be faithful to his Evening Worship – 6 p.m. FIRST ALLIANCE CHURCH OF FRANKLIN Wed: Adult Bible Study & Youth – 7 p.m. wife and must keep that love ever fresh and alive in her heart, Rev. Mitch Schultz, Pastor • 828-369-7977 as Christ does for his Church. For more information call 526-3212. Sun. Worship 8:30 & 10:45 a.m.; 6: p.m. SHORTOFF BAPTIST CHURCH We as men are to be imitators of Jesus Christ. Paul teaches (nursery provided) that the man is to be the head of the wife. Not a tyrant over her Pastor Rev. Wayne Price Sun. school for all ages 9:45 a.m. Sundays: School – 10 a.m.; Worship – 11 but a friend beside her. Not a jealous monster but a champion Wed: dinner 5 p.m. followed by children’s of her virtue. Not a lazy sponge on her but a provider for her. Wednesdays: Prayer & Bible Study – 7 Pioneer Club 6 p.m.; Jr & Sr Youth Group 6:30 p.m.; UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP Men, if you are going to be all that is required by God’s Adult Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Word to your wife, then you must study and learn of the man 828-369-3633 Small groups available throughout the week. Lay Led Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Jesus Christ, for it is he that God sent to show you how to be FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH true men and good husbands. When you do this, then your Sundays: Worship – 11 a.m. Dr. Daniel D. Robinson, 526--4153 WHITESIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH wives and daughters will live happy and fulfilled lives and the WHITESIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sun.: Worship 10:45 a.m., 6:30 p.m.; School – 9:30 Cashiers, Rev. Sam Forrester, 743-2122 threats of this world will not be able to cause them the pain, a a.m.; Youth – 6:30 p.m.; Choir – 7:15 Sundays: School – 10 a.m.; Worship – 11 so called liberated life of this day brings. Wednesdays: Dinner – 5:30 p.m.; Team Kids – 6 p.m.; Page 28 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007

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Lake Sequoyah Drive Located on a huge private lot, this lovely home One of the nicest properties in Highlands Country Club, this spa- Smart passive solar home features 3 bed, 2 baths & 2 car garage. was crafted of the finest Native materials available with few details cious home is set on an acre lot above beautifully terraced gardens. Main level vaulted living room with a large stone fireplace. Island de- left to chance. The main level has all the necessities for comfort and It features great detail in the custom finishes throughout. From the sign kitchen is great for entertaining family or for dinner parties. Master convenience with a spacious cathedral great room with fireplace. Large antique beams in the great room, to the three stone fireplaces, to the bedroom with ample closets and a large bath. Upper level has 2 bed- Glass doors open onto a wonderful stone patio, which flows back huge custom dual-dishwasher kitchen, you will not be disappointed rooms, one bath and cavernous storage areas. Peremmial & herb gar- onto a screened outdoor living room. Fantastic Custom kitchen with with the features and charm of this exquisite home. Custom features dens, winter view. $545,000. mls #61079 top of the line appliances, butlers pantry, and large utility room, and include granite countertops and over-sized cherry wood cabinets den and office, a full wing of the house features a huge Master bath throughout the kitchen, marble countertops in the bar and all five full with heated tile floors, walkthru shower and workout area, along with baths, and an ample generator. An inviting floor plan flows for living a bright but cozy master bedroom. The upper level features two large and entertaining. The large main-floor great room leads to a screen guest bedrooms each with a full bath, walk in closet and separate porch, large enough for both dining and seating areas in front of the storage areas. Rounding out this package is a large 2 car garage, and stone fireplace. The Screen porch overlooks the lovely terraced gar- automatic generator. Do not miss looking at this home iif you are seek- dens and a stone patio featuring a lap pool and whirlpool spa with a ing the best in quality. $3,450,000.00 mls #63660 fully automatic cover. The main floor master bedroom includes two walk-in closets and a large travertine-tiled master bath with separate tub and spacious dual-controlled walk-in shower. Off the master bed- room is a large high-ceilinged room with marble fire-place and sepa- rate outside entrance. Currently used as an office, this would also make a very nice sitting room for the master. Also on the large main floor is a second bedroom with full bath currently used as a library/ media room, an exquisite powder room, and a spacious laundry. Up- stairs has 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, cedar closet and ample storage. The terrace level has living/game room, bedroom, full bath and a wine cellar. The terrace level also has a gardener’s room with half bath and ample storage. The grounds feature extensive landscaping and Schroll - Lovely starter home is located on almost 3 acres with end of a small stream winds through the gardens past a new gazebo. Don’t the road privacy. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath plus a family room and a wonder- miss this move-in condition home, complete with immediate avail- ful covered deck that overlooks a scenic rock outcropping and a bab- ability of a golf equity membership upon satisfaction of club require- bling springthat comes from the adjacent USFS lands. Great cabin ments and payment of fees. $3,300,000mls #61729 with loads of potential. $450,000.00 mls #63664

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5 acres of lovely grounds, w/guesthouse. Large rooms, native woods & natural stone. Large Living rm features pegged wood floors, rustic log PERCHED ON THE SIDE OF ROARING BUCK CREEK FALLS. accent walls, with vaulted ceilings. Master suite with a large master This family home has room for guests or a large family. Living room bath is on the main level, along with an additional guest bedroom and has windows and deck that overlooks the Waterfall and a wood burn- bath. Guest wing has 2 bed, 2 baths, plus a den. Large kitchen. Family ing fireplace. Large kitchen with eat in area and picture window that room w/ fireplace, office, bedroom, & bath. Plenty of parking and a large floods light into the warm wood beamed interior. Pick from any of the 2 car garage make for comfortable living in this spacious but cozy home. MIRROR LAKE ROAD. Great year-round or summer home fea- four bedrooms, each with stone fireplace to enhance your mountain The guest house has its own separate parking area, and completes the tures a nice yard & garage. 3 bed, 3 baths, cathedral ceiling in living stay. You will need to provide the finishing touches to complete this package, with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, with livingroom and kitchen. Good room has wood floors. Nice office & loads of storage & an extra lot. unique waterfall home situated on about 1.5 +/- acres. Offered at location, usable yard, & Spectacular View - $3,600,000.00 mls #63599 A great walk to the lake location. $474,000. mls #59746 $495,000. mls #54731 Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 29

Chris Gilbert www.carolinamountainbrokers.com Phone: (828)-526-5296 or (828)-421-3161

Left: Walk to downtown Highlands from this new log home with lots of charm. Three bedrooms, 3 baths, hand-hewn logs, two-story rock fireplace, Pine floors, professional landscaping, outdoor fire pit. Can have additional privacy or build additional homes on adjoining 3 acres. Offered for $849,000 with addi- tional land also available. REDUCED! Right: Former home of Highlands pre- mier contractor Deadeye Potts. Wormy chestnut in living room, some hardwood under carpet. Wonderful pond in back- yard with deck overlooking it. Private location, yet very close in. Downstairs basement area could be finished into more bedrooms and living space. Ex- tensively remodeled in recent years. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. Pond, privacy, ex- cellent construction, in-town. Unoccu- pied and easy to show. Reduced 50K from 998,000 to 948,000 Page 30 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 • UPCOMING EVENTS • On-going • Live music at Cyprus Restaurant in the Dil- • Children’s classes ongoing at Bascom-Lou- • November auctions at Scudder’s Galleries lard Village Shopping Center at 9:30 p.m. $10 cov- ise Gallery – cost is $5 per student. Friday & Saturday at 8 p.m. Viewing from Mon.- er. •See EVENTS page 31 Thurs. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 352 Main St. • Live music every night at 7:30 p.m. and dur- ing brunch on Sunday at ...on the Verandah restau- ‘I’m Dreaming of a White Elephant Sale’ rant. • Live music at Fressers in Helen’s Barn with Saturday, Dec. 1 at the Instant Theater Cy Timmons Wed-Sat 6 p.m. until. • NA open meeting every Saturday at 7:30 p.m. of the ACC Satelite Group at the Graves Commu- Without the community’s help ITC will have to close nity Church, 242 Hwy 107 N. in Cashiers. Call 888- its doors forever come Dec. 31! 390 Main Street • 526-5488 764-0365 or go to the website: www.ncmana.org. • Step Aerobics at the Rec Park, 4-5 p.m., The Instant Theatre Company presents presenting legitimate theatre the company Upcoming Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays. $5 per class. a dazzling I’m Dreaming of a White Elephant also produced two full year around seasons • Beginners Clogging class Tuesday, 6-7 p.m. Christmas Sale on Saturday, December 1 in of off-the-cuff-make-it-up-as-you-go-along at the Sapphire Valley Community Center. Come its Studio on Main, upstairs at 310 Oak improvisation that had audiences return- Book Signings have lots of fun and exercise. Call 743-7663. Square, Main Street. The doors for the sale ing evening after evening, no two shows • At Health Tracks at Highlands-Cashiers will not open until after the Highlands ever the same. These popular improvs were Hospital, various exercise classes. Call Jeanette Christmas Parade has finished at 12 noon variously entitled, Evenings of Little Enter- Friday, Nov. 9 Fisher at 828-526-1FIT. and will run until 4:30 p.m. A “White Ele- tainments, Little Entertainments, and Cocktail • “The Circle of Life” support group continues phant” sale implies that items to be sold Hour Theatre. Also on the ITC bill of fare at at the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital at the Jane will be of good quality, unique, sometimes the Studio over the last two years have been Woodward room 201. It is designed for anyone who rare, and always in good repair. dances, stand-up comedy, staged readings, Robert Morgan has experienced the loss of a loved one. 10 a.m. The I’m Dreaming of a White Elephant storytelling, films, music concerts, chil- “Boone: A Biography” until noon. Call Barbara Buchanan at 526-1402 or Christmas Sale will include, but is not limit- dren’s shows, free performing arts classes Florence Flanagan at 743-2567. ed to, everything from sporting goods to for children, free scene study and improv Noon-1:30 p.m. First Mondays boutique items, books to furniture, art to classes for adults, Song-Writers-in-the- • Participate in your hospital by joining the electrical items, dishwashers to cashmere, Round, Summer Acting Camp for children, Auxiliary of the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. Auxil- collectibles to jewelry, and just about every- song writing seminars, comedy seminars, Friday, Nov. 9 iary meetings are held the first Monday of each thing except the kitchen sink. Nationally Touring singer songwriters month at 10 a.m. at the hospital. Wonderful donations have already Chuck Pyle, Jack Williams, Jenny Bird, Cosy Every Monday come in from some generous Highlands Sheridan, Small Potatoes and Steve Gillette Brent Martin • Recreational Bridge 1 p.m. at the Rec Park. businesses, Kent LTD, Why Knot Knit, …on and Cindy Mangsen, the amazing all girl $3 per person. the Veranda, Drakes Diamond Gallery, The band, The Buckerettes from Asheville, and “Poems from Snow Hill Every Tuesday Old Rangoon, McCulley’s Cashmere, Sum- Highlands first Comedy Festival featuring Road” • Highlands Rotary Club meets at noon at the mit One Gallery, and also beautiful trea- nine Nationally Touring Stand-Up come- Highlands Conference Center. sures from friends of the ITC who want to dians over two week-ends. 1:30-3 p.m. • Weight Watchers meets at the Highlands see the theatre stay open. All proceeds from The company has also been host to the Civic Center. Weigh-in is at 5:30. The meeting starts the sale go to benefit The Instant Theatre highly successful Highlands Community at 6 p.m. Company. Players production of Parallel Lives, the un- • Open Studio Night Figure Drawing: Informal The ITC is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, pro- usual Stray Cat Productions (based in Ath- Ruby Cinemas instruction available for beginners. Bring your sketch fessional company that provides the com- ens, GA) of ’Art,’ Ralph Stevens and David Hwy. 441, Franklin pad or paint box for a leisurely session of figure munity with year around diverse, quality en- Milford’s dramatic production of Copen- drawing/painting. Cost is $12, $10 for “Friends” of tertainment. To keep its doors open for a hagen, and the Highlands Writers Group in 524-2076 the Gallery. 2008 season it needs to raise $25,000 by readings from their original works in Writ- Every Wednesday the end of December. If you wish to con- ers-in-the-Round. All in all the ITC has pre- Nov. 9-15 • “The Bible Tells Me So” at 6:15 p.m. at the tribute items to the I’m Dreaming of a White sented over 200 nights of entertainment Highlands United Methodist Church. The study will Elephant Christmas Sale please call 828-342- since its resurrection in October of 2003. meet in the Fellowship Hall — beginning promptly 9197. If the ITC, with the help of the com- FRED CLAUS rated PG at 6:15 and will last approximately one hour. Since October of 2003, the ITC has pre- munity, is able to raise the needed funds Mon – Thurs: (4:15), 7:10 • Highlands MountainTop Rotary Club meets sented at the Martin-Lipscomb Performing through the upcoming I’m Dreaming of a Fri: (4:15), 7:10, 9:15 at the Highlands Conference Center at 7:30 a.m. Arts Center, Love Letters, with celebrity critic White Elephant Christmas Sale and mone- Sat & Sun: (2:10), (4:15), 7:10, 9:15 • Men’s interdenominational Bible Study at 8:30 Rex Reed & Collin Wilcox, Nick the Beard,a tary donations from supportive benefac- a.m.at First Baptist Church. new and original Christmas play, The Cabin tors, the company plans to include in its BEE MOVIE rated PG • CBC will offer the AWANA program for kids Fever Variety Show, tapping untapped creative 2008 season, a newly created improvisa- — K-5th grade non-denominational Bible-based potential in the community, Voices from the tional and sketch comedy show ITC LIVE, Mon – Thurs: (4:30), 7 program for kids – from 6:30-8:30 p.m. High School , an all teen production, Wild an English comedy by Peter Shaffer, Lettice Fri: (4:30), 7, 9 Every Third Wednesday Hog Band, best Blue Grass band in the area, and Lovage ,The 2000 Year old Man by Mel Sat & Sun: (2), (4:30), 7, 9 • Study sessions at the Universal Unitarian Cowboy Envy, imported all girl harmony Brooks and Carl Reiner, Park Your Car in Fellowship Hall in Franklin. A $5 soup-supper will group brought back to the PAC for three Harvard Yard starring David Milford and AMERICAN GANGSTER rated R be served at 5:30 p.m. Study sessions will begin at engagements, Cotton Patch Gospel, a thrill- Madeleine Davis, Evenings of Stand-Up Mon – Thurs: (4), 7:30 6:30 p.m. For more information call 828-524-6777 ing Musical Celebration, and Voices in the Comedy, films, dances, Writers-in-the- Fri: (4), 7:30 or 706-746-9964. Laurel, a 50-member all youth choir. Round, the return of The Buckerettes and Every Thursday Once the ITC was settled into its 2,500 Song-Writers-in-the-Round, the Highlands Sat & Sun: (4), 7:30 • At Main Street Inn, Lisa Price piano and vo- square foot loft on Main Street the compa- Community Players production of Parallel cals in the wine bar 6-9 p.m. ny began presenting entertainment from Lives II and More, and off-season perfor- MICHAEL CLAYTON rated R • Al-Anon Meetings, noon in the First Presby- their Studio. Audiences flocked into the mances of a local Chamber Music Trio. Mon – Thurs: (4:20), 7:10 terian Church basement at Fifth & Main Street. intimate 60 seat theatre to see the chilling Call 828-342-9197 for further informa- Fri: (4:20), 7:10, 9:20 • Women’s Bible Study at 9:30 am - 11:45 am Turn of the Screw, the wildly funny comedy, tion, or write to the Instant Theatre Com- Sat & Sun: (2:10), (4:20), 7:10, 9:20 at Community Bible Church. Beth Moore’s Believ- Sylvia, the zany Carpe Noctum Theatre, and pany at P.O. Box 2200, Highlands, NC ing God. All women are invited. the mesmerizing North Carolina Premiere 28741, or e-mail the ITC at Every Saturday of a new play, My Secret Weapon. As well as [email protected]. Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 31 • UPCOMING EVENTS • Every Friday • The Girls’ Clubhouse meets in the school cafeteria 3-4:30 p.m. All 6-8 grade girls are wel- Singer-songwriters to perform at ITC come. Come have fun while serving others. For This Saturday, Nov. 10, two gifted folk These pets will become your friends too, more information, call Kim Lewicki 526-0782. comforting as a cats purr and amusing as Thursday-Sunday, Nov. 8-11 singer songwriters will perform for a lucky an inquisitive terrier. All those fans who • Trunk Show at Acorn’s -- MarieBelle Choco- few. Those fortunate enough to get tickets lates. will be soothed, dazzled and amused by used to pull up lawn chairs or sit on the • The Chamber of Commerce presents “Cook- songs written and performed by their cre- curbs up”on the hill” will be able to visit ing Central” at the First Annual Highlands Culinary ators, award winning Freddy Bradburn Sylvia again in the best little concert hall Weekend. Highlands area restaurants, accommo- and Highlands Balcony balladeer, Sylvia in the western Carolina mountains. We’ll dations, and merchants will partner to present in- Sammons. supply the chairs. The music begins at 8 structional culinary courses/classes, tastings, and Freddy Bradburn is known for his un- p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $7.50 17 outdoor activities. Call 866-526-5841 or 526-5841. usual way of looking at life. He muses on and under. Friday, Nov. 9 subjects like “Barbie, the Untold Story” or Next weekend, November 16-17 • At Cyrano’s Bookshop, author Robert Moyer what it could be like in a nursing home in make plans to experience the wit and hu- signing “Boone – A Biography” from 12-1:30 p.m. “Love in the Same Old Skin.” Freddy’s mor of Mark Twain in the Instant Theatre and Brent Martin signing “Poems from Snow Hill” award winning song “Cartoonland” will Company’s staged reading of his “The Di- from 1:30-3:30 p.m. grab you and never let you go. The folks aries of Adam and Eve.” Adam will be Saturday, Nov. 10 at Mountain Stage don’t just give away the brought to life by David Milford, nomi- • Trunk Show at Peak Experience, 10 a.m. to “Best Song” award, it has to be great. Three nated for this year’s Best Actor in the At- 5 p.m. Jewelry by artist Mary Elizabeth Wilson. times Freddy has graced Highlands in the lanta Theatre Awards. Madelaine Davis, Register to win a pair of 14k gold, pearl and cham- ITC’s popular “Songwriters in the Round” Highlands’ favorite actress, portrays Eve as pagne topaz earrings. Retail value: $850. series. If you missed those appearances you only Mark Twain could imagine her. Jo- • At The Instant Theatre, musicians Freddy now have the opportunity to get to know lie’s on Main Street has sponsored this lit- Bradburn and Sylvia Sammons will perform at 8 Freddy Bradburn and his wonderous Freddy Bradburn erary event playing for two nights only at p.m. Tickets are $15. Reservations are suggested. 8 p.m.. Advance reservations are suggest- Call 828-342-9197 for further information. Refresh- world of song. ed. Tickets are $15 for adults and $7.50 ments are sold at each event. Check for everything Several years ago, up “on the hill”, in had a song taken, claimed to be written by for 17 and under. ITC by visiting: www.instanttheatre.org. downtown Highlands every Friday another, then made famous by yet others • The fourth annual Great Smoky Mountain evening, a blind woodworker who lived like the The Byrds, Emmy Lou Harris, Joan For information and reservations call Book Fair, a fundraiser for the Jackson County Li- above her shop would sing from her bal- Biaz and Graham Parsons. This song, 828-342-9197. The Studio on Main is lo- brary building fund, will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 cony to the music lovers gathered below. “Hickory Wind,” which was later sold to cated at 310 Main Street Oak Square, up- p.m. at Sylva’s First United Methodist Church. Sylvia Sammons was a folk-singer and Vanguard Records, carries a story all its own. stairs. There is an elevator available close • American Red Cross Blood Drive at Memori- songwriter before she became a wood- Sylvia loves to sing and play and present by. Everything ITC is available at al United Methodist Church (4668 Old Murphy Road, worker. She began playing the coffee hous- her “children-pets” as she calls her music. www.instanttheatre.org. Franklin) 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Call 349-3254 for more es of the South in the 1960s. She has even information or to schedule an appointment. All pre- senting donors can enter a drawing for 2 Delta Air Friday & Saturday, Nov. 16-17 to schedule an appointment. All presenting donors on Main Street. Lines domestic round-trip tickets! Volunteer blood • ITC presents David Milford and Madeleine will receive a coupon for a dessert from The Chef • “I’m Dreaming of a White Elephant Sale” in and platelet donors must be at least 17 years old Davis in a staged reading you do not want to and His Wife and can enter a drawing for 2 Delta the Instant Theatre Studio, noon to 4 p.m. and weigh no less than 110 pounds. It is safe to miss, The Diaries of Adam and Eve by Mark Twain Air Lines domestic round-trip tickets! Volunteer blood • The Nantahala Hiking Club will take a stren- give blood every 56 days and platelets every two at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15. Reservations are sug- and platelet donors must be at least 17 years old uous 2.5-mile hike to the south face of Whiteside weeks. All volunteer blood donors must show a gested. Call 828-342-9197 for further information. and weigh no less than 110 pounds. It is safe to Mtn., descending with extreme caution on the rough photo ID. To find a convenient place to donate, Refreshments are sold at each event. Check for give blood every 56 days and platelets every two and rocky path that the climbers and rappellers use please call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE. everything ITC by visiting: www.instanttheatre.org. weeks. All volunteer blood donors must show a and climbing out by the same steep trail. We will • “An Enchanted Evening” sponsored by the Friday, Nov. 16 photo ID. To find a convenient place to donate, walk beneath the rocky cliffs of the mountain, loom- Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Franklin. Per- • American Red Cross Blood Drive at Angel please call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (448-3543). ing spectacularly above, an awesome experience, formances by harpist Valerie Von Pechy-Whitcup Medical Center (120 Riverview Street, Franklin), Saturday, Nov. 24 but NOT FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH PROB- and Classical Guitarist, Michael Waters. 6:30-8:30 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 369-4166 for more infor- • At Cyrano’s Bookshop author Mary Kay An- LEMS. Meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Highlands Bank of p.m. at 85 Sierra Dive, off Lakeside Drive in Frank- mation or to schedule an appointment. All present- drews signing three books from 1-3 p.m. America or at the Whiteside Mtn. parking area at lin. Call 524-6777 or 526-8971 or 342-0546 for tick- ing donors can enter a drawing for 2 Delta Air Lines • At Instant Theatre the second annual Tree 9:45 a.m. Drive 10 miles round trip. Bring a drink, ets. domestic round-trip tickets! Volunteer blood and Lighting Dance at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults lunch, and wear gloves and hiking boots. Hikes are • The Nantahala Hiking Club will take a stren- platelet donors must be at least 17 years old and and $2.50 for children. No reservations are neces- limited to 20. Call leader, Jim Whitehurst, 526-8134, uous 9 mile hike to Windy Falls on the Horsepas- weigh no less than 110 pounds. It is safe to give sary. Call 828-342-9197 for further information. for reservations. No pets, please. ture River, with an elevation loss/gain of 600-700 blood every 56 days and platelets every two weeks. Refreshments are sold at each event. Sunday, Dec. 2 feet. The hike is mostly on a rough, un-maintained All volunteer blood donors must show a photo ID. • The Nantahala Hiking Club will take a 8-mile • HCP auditions from 2-6 p.m. at the Perform- trail and should not be attempted by those with To find a convenient place to donate, please call 1- strenuous hike from Beech Gap to the Appalachian ing Arts Center on Chestnut Street. Scripts are avail- health problems. Meet at the Cashiers Wachovia 800-GIVE-LIFE (448-3543). Trail and Timber Ridge. Meet at Westgate Plaza in able at the Hudson Library in Highlands. For ques- Bank (in back) at 9:30 a.m. Drive 40 miles round Sunday, Nov. 18 Franklin (opposite Burger King) at 9 a.m. Drive 40 tions or more information please call: 828.526.5440. trip. Bring water, lunch, and wear sturdy comfort- • The Nantahala Hiking Club will take an easy miles round trip. Bring a drink, lunch, and wear sturdy • East Coast Girls Volleyball showecase for able shoes. Hikes are limited to 20 people. Call 3-mile hike on an old railroad bed thru woods and comfortable shoes. Hikes are limited to 20. Call lead- 9th-12th grade girls at the Greensboro Sportsplex leaders Mike and Susan Kettles, 743-1079, for res- along the Tallulah River in Terrora Park, GA, with er Gail Lehman, 524-5298 for reservations. No pets from noon-4 p.m. $40 per player before Nov. 5; $60 ervations. No pets, please. the option of dinner in Clayton GA. Meet at the • The Nantahala Hiking will take a moderate- per player thereafter. Call Lucky Dog Volleyball at Wednesday, Nov. 14 Smoky Mtn. Visitor Center on Hwy. 441 at 2 p.m. to-strenuous 6-mile hike to several waterfalls and 877-665-6661. • High Mountain Squares will dance this from Drive 60 miles round trip. Bring a drink, a snack if Little Green Mtn in Panthertown Valley. Meet at the • The Nantahala Hiking Club will take an easy 7-9 p.m. at the Macon County Community Building you wish, and wear sturdy comfortable shoes. Hikes Cashiers Wachovia Bank (in back) at 8:30 a.m., 3-mile hike on the Kimsey Creek Trail at Standing on Georgia Rd. (441S). The callers will be Richard are limited to 20 people. Call leader Kay Coriell, returning 2-3 p.m. Drive 15 miles round trip. Bring a Indian Camp Ground. Drive 45 miles round trip. Smith from Gainesville, GA. We dance Modern 369-6820, for reservations No pets, please. drink, lunch, and wear sturdy comfortable shoes. Meet at Westgate Plaza in Franklin (across from Western Stytle square dancing. All vistor are Tuesday, Nov. 20 Hikes are limited to 20 people. Call leader Walter Burger King) at 2 p.m. Bring water, a snack if you welcome. For more information call: 349-0905, 369- • American Red Cross Blood Drive at The Chef Taylor, 743-6977, for reservations. No pets please. wish, and wear sturdy, comfortable shoes. Hikes 8344. and His Wife (Iotla Street, Franklin) 10 a.m. to 2:30 Saturday, Dec. 1 are limited to 20. Call leader Kay Coriell, 369-6820, p.m. Please call 231-1372 for more information or • Highlands Annual Christmas Parade, 10 a.m. Page 32 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 ... POLICE continued from page 1 which was primarily used for military op- the Highlands’ area. Prior to Officer John erations. Cherry’s arrival at the academy, Ruby was The Humvee will help the department excelling in her14-week training course. She during inclement weather and enable it to was further trained for an additional three be ‘able and ready’ to provide services in weeks with her new Handler Officer Cher- the event of an emergency. ry at his arrival. “We most typically and routinely have Graduating in the top of her class, Ruby weather conditions that could leave us is classified as a “Dual Purpose” police dog. stranded and cause us to not be able to pro- Her special training and skills will be uti- vide the services in which the community lized primarily in narcotics detection (in- inherently needs under these types of cir- clusive of marijuana, methamphetamines, cumstances,” said Chief Harrell. “With the cocaine, etc.) and in trailing in search. res- department’s new Humvee, we can also as- cue or seizure. sist the other emergency departments in- Trained to trail by a single-scented ar- cluding Highlands Fire & Rescue, the Ma- ticle or by retrieving the uncontaminated con and Jackson Counties Sheriff’s Depart- scent of a lost individual from their last ments, State and Federal law enforcement known whereabouts, K9 Ruby can assist in agencies, the Emergency Medical Techni- the recovery of lost articles or individuals. cians Department and the community.” “I am excited that Ruby will be here,” With the Humvee, the Highlands Po- says Chief Harrell, “to offer that tool… for lice Department can also transport, if the us, the community, for surrounding emer- need arises, persons in need of medical at- gency service agencies, for the Highlands tention when inclement weather prevents Fire and Rescue Department upon request.” medical emergency personnel from reach- Ruby’s special training enables her to ing them. trail lost individuals in the wilderness and The Chief said the department can also articles of evidence; “this makes her a valu- Police Chief Bill Harrell and Humvee use the Humvee in the deployment of its able asset to the Highlands Police Depart- traffic deterrent methods, such as its speed ment and the community,” he said. trailer and cone barricades; and the trans- In the war on drugs and the police de- • BUILDERS & ARCHITECTS • porting of the department’s Special Opera- partment’s endeavor to reduce drug use is tions Command Center (SOCC). The demonstrated by taking an aggressive pro- SOCC is valued at more than $12,000 is active stand and by taking into custody RAND Mountain Architecture & Interiors special operations equipment which was those who violate the narcotic laws by hold- also obtained through a 100% no match ing them accountable through deterrence. SOELLNER grant about a one year ago through the “I hope that the awareness of Ruby’s ARCHITECT Governor’s Highway Safety Program availability to the department will act as a (GHSP). deterrent and thereby reduce the abuse of website: randarch.com Free of charge to the Highlands Police illegal drug use in and around the High- Phone: 8 2 8 .7 4 3 . 6 0 1 0 Department, the Humvee will mainly be a lands,” he said. “With Ruby’s ability to con- Cell: 828.269.9046 [email protected] NC Lic.9266 FL Lic.AR9264 means of transportation under durance, duct an “ambient air detection sniff” she inclement weather conditions, and road will have the capabilities of detecting vari- hazards when routine patrol transportation ous different kinds of narcotics — mari- Ask about Steve Abranyi is inadequate. juana, methamphetamines, cocaine — in “Green Building 828-787-2297 As a specialty vehicle, the Humvee will public arenas, in areas suspicion of drug be available to each officer who has been violations, and during traffic stops where Options!” 828-342-3234 trained in its usage and operations. Other there exists a reasonable amount of suspi- than acquiring new four-wheel drive spe- cion of narcotic laws violations. cialty vehicles as needed, Chief Harrell fore- In these types of situations, where an sees the acquisition of additional new ve- “ambient air detection sniff” has occurred hicles “only as the need arises.” and Ruby has indicated a positive response He hopes to maintain a delicate bal- to the presence of illegal narcotics, with ance between the department’s standard probable cause established a search warrant Whether your property is on top of a cliff or patrol vehicles and its four-wheel drives to from a judge is not needed in the state of lakeside, we have the experience to make secure the best of services to the communi- North Carolina to conduct a physical search your home a reality. ty — particularly given Highlands’ geo- on the premises of private property. graphical makeup. Currently, the High- Through a “Mutual Aid Agreement” Corner of 2nd and Spring streets lands Police Department has eight standard with the law enforcement agencies of Ma- Highlands, NC 28741 patrol cars, three four-wheel drives, and its con and Jackson counties, Ruby can also (828) 526-4929 newly acquired Military AM General Hum- be used in any law enforcement narcotic Construction, Inc. vee. scenario outside of her immediate jurisdic- Visit us at www.WarthConstruction.com • • • tion. K9 Handler Officer John Cherry wel- “This makes K9 policing available to comed the Highlands Police Department’s the county Sheriff Departments and State Call today for information. first police dog “Ruby” to the Highlands and Federal agencies who also patrol in the community. Ruby arrived just recently, and area which further accentuates Ruby’s val- Highlands – 828-526-2412 according to Police Chief Bill Harrell, she ue to the Highlands area in the war on “Building Dreams is ready for duty. drugs. Lake Toxaway – 828-883-8004 • Ladee Cheyenne has been a freelance Since 1965” Ruby is a two-year-old Black Labrador who was trained at the Tarheel Canine writer since 1989. She is a writer and a re- or visit our website at: Academy in Sanford, NC. Both, Officer cent graduate of a local Citizens’ Police Cherry and Ruby, underwent extensive Academy. [email protected]. www.schmittbuilders.com training in preparation for their services to Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 33 • BUSINESS NEWS • Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles names top producers for October The following CENTURY 21 Mountain Lifestyles agents were top producers for their office during the month of October: In the Cashiers office Cathy Garren, broker/owner, was named Top Sales Agent and Sharon Dalton, provisional broker, was named top listing agent. Cathy Garren was awarded the Centurion Producer award for her production in 2006 as well as the Top Cathy Garren Sharon Dalton Sales by Volume and Production award for her office in 2006. In the Highlands office, Jerry Ruby and her handler Officer John Cherry. Hudson, broker associate, was named Top Sales Agent. • SERVICE DIRECTORY• WNC Remodelers, Inc. Quality, Integrity, Service Ledford’s Landscaping & All your home improvement needs Maintenance, Inc from your yard to your roof. 29 Lickskillet Road, Franklin, NC 28734 Locally owned & operated. Office (828)524-6959 • Fax (828)524-9751 Fully insured. Call for free estimate. Email [email protected] (828) 526-4599 or (828) 200-9550. Mention this ad and receive 5% off! Door Man Services Waterfalls, Ponds, Stone Hot Tubs Herbert Cooper The finest native landscapes in the area since 1984. 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The Highlands School Fun Run had 136 runners participate on Saturday, Oct. 27. The event was a fundraising success with all monies going to the Athletic Booster Club and Highlands School Art Club. Thanks to all the sponsors for making the event a success. Alan and Amanda Yates, Burlingame, Church of the Incarnation, Community Bible church, Coppage & Coppage, Highlands Cabinet Company, Highlands Construction, J.W. Underwood Constructions, Laurel Magazine, Macon Bank, Rainy Day Golf, Roto-Rooter, Sam’s Grading, Scaly Mountain Nursery & Landscaping, Scaly Mountain General Store, Schmitt Builders, Sports Page, and the Cashiers Connection. Thanks to Mountain Fresh Fine Foods, Bounty Land, Highlands School Varsity Soccer lost during the second round of State The Pizza Place and Wits End for donations. And thank you students, Playoffs against Central Academy Nov. 3, in Highlands. But it wasn’t parents, teachers and coaches for participation and ongoing support. for the lack of trying! Above Will Mathodis fights to keep his footing Photo by Stephanie McCall – The Fun Run Committee against Central Academy opponent. Photo by Noel Atherton

... ELECTION continued from page 1 Christ “Heart of the matter of figuring out how to pay for it. commissioners will have to consider a tax Anglican “The commissioners have said so re- increase,” said Greenwood. High Country” peatedly,” said County Manager Sam One penny in the tax rate brings in Church Greenwood. “So now they will regroup and $950,000, so to raise $5 million a five-cent Highlands’ Own rethink their priorities concerning the increase would be needed. TV Show...on Northland school program. The first thing they will The Community College bond for $3 Traditional • Conservative • Orthodox likely do is sit down with the school board million was close, too, with 3,905 citizens at the Cable Channel 14. and discuss building priorities. They will voting “no” and 3,003 voting “yes.” Highlands Community Center take everything into consideration concern- The percentage between the “yes” and ing their capacity to finance, mainly how “no” votes for the Public Buildings bond, Serving Cashiers and Highlands much they are willing to raise taxes for each the Parks and Recreational bond and the building function.” Library bond were very similar with the Greenwood said it’s likely the county “yes” votes in the 30 percentile and the “no” will have to raise taxes and finance part of votes in the 60 percentile. Sunday, Nov. 11 It’s all about the schools’ facility plan. “The county is The Public Buildings bond for $6.5 Highlands allowed to finance up to $10 million a year million lost with 4,229 citizens voting “no” Holy Communion and its people! and commissioners will have to raise taxes and 2,670 voting “yes.” to pay the debt service of that loan,” he The Parks and Recreation bond for $9.4 said. million lost with 4,320 saying “no” and 11 a.m. County’s often opt to finance through 2,524 saying “yes.” Greenwood said the Everyday at 8 a.m., noon, 5 p.m., 7 p.m., a Certificate of Participation program only part of the project that will continue All services are at the 10 p.m., & midnight.’ (COPS) or Local Government Commis- anyway is the grading at South Macon The Visitor Information Program Highlands Community Center sion because the interest rates are so good. School for a ballfield. airs at 7 am, 9 am, 4 pm, 6 pm, “As long as the county’s finances continue The Library bond for Highlands lost on Highway 64 next to the ballpark. 9 pm, and 11 pm. to be solid, there won’t be a problem fi- with 4,719 saying “no” and 2,094 saying For more information, call the nancing projects,” said Greenwood. “yes.” Christ Anglican Church office at Since the county can only finance $10 Finally, the media blitz against the Land 526-2320 Highlands’ Newspaper million a year, the schools building time- Transfer Tax paid off with 75% of the vot- [email protected] line will likely lengthen and more compli- ers — 5,178 — saying “no” and 1,681 or advertising works! cated financing will be required. 24% saying “yes.” Call 526-0782 or email “In the spring, as the county prepares – Kim Lewicki All ARE WELCOME! [email protected] for the 2008-2009 budget, it’s likely the ... FORUM continued from page 2 Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 35 the company also produced two, all-girl band, The Buckerettes from clude a newly created improvisa- year around seasons of improvi- Asheville blew audiences away. tional and sketch comedy show COUNTRY CLUB PROPERTIES sation that had audiences return- Most recently, it featured High- ITC LIVE, an English comedy by Wright Square 828-526-2520 ing evening after evening because lands first Comedy Festival featur- Peter Shaffer, Lettice and Lovage, no two shows were ever the same. ing nine Nationally Touring The 2000 Year old Man by Mel www.ccphighlandsnc.com These popular improvs were Stand-Up comedians over two Brooks and Carl Reiner, Park Your variously entitled, Evenings of Lit- week-ends. Car in Harvard Yard starring Dav- tle Entertainments, Little Entertain- The company has also been id Milford and Madeleine Davis, We Salute our Veterans! ments, and Cocktail Hour Theatre. host to the highly successful High- Evenings of Stand-Up Comedy, Over the last two years have lands Community Players produc- films, dances, Writers-in-the- been dances, stand-up comedy, tion of Parallel Lives, the unusual Round, the return of The Bucker- staged readings, storytelling, films, Stray Cat Productions (based in ettes and Song-Writers-in-the- music concerts, children’s shows, Athens, GA) of ’Art,’ Ralph Stevens Round, the Highlands Communi- free performing arts classes for and David Milford’s dramatic pro- ty Players’ production of Parallel children, free scene study and im- duction of Copenhagen – all cut- Lives II and More, and off-season prov classes for adults, Song-Writ- ting edge, high-calibre theatre fea- performances of a local Chamber ers-in-the-Round, Summer Acting turing performances that makes Music Trio. Camp for children, song-writing you think and talk. If you can help call 828-342- seminars and comedy seminars All in all, the ITC has present- 9197 or write or email The Instant Nationally touring singer ed over 200 nights of entertain- Theatre Company at P.O. Box BEAR’S DENDEN. This former lodge has a beautiful view of the mountains songwriters Chuck Pyle, Jack Wil- ment since its resurrection in Oc- 2200, Highlands, NC 28741; and Whiteside with 7 bedrooms and baths, it can be a great retreat or liams, Jenny Bird, Cosy Sheridan, tober of 2003. [email protected]. family compound. Offering a huge great room with stone fireplace and Small Potatoes and Steve Gillette If the company can stay in commercial-sized kitchen. The nearly 9-acres backs up to forest service and Cindy Mangsen, the amazing business, the 2008 season will in- property and is private and secluded. It also has a tennis court. $1.2 million. MLS#60752 ... REC FUNDS continued from page 1 Conference Center), the Perform- ed the town cap its obligation at G.S. 18B-805(d) with the approv- ing Arts Center and county-owned that price. al of the appointing authority (the Zachary Field – only so county of- “We budgeted for that Town Board) the ABC board may ficials would know that Highlands amount and can commit to that,” set aside a portion of the remain- School uses it for middle school said Betz. ing gross receipts as a fund for spe- and high school soccer for both Meanwhile, a response to a cific capital improvements. men and women and because the letter sent to the county Oct. 19 Wilkes said since May 2007, town supplies water and sewer to requesting that tipping fees the ABC Board has operated un- the county-owned facility at no charged the town at the county der the assumption that it had the charge to the county. landfill in Franklin be waived for town’s approval and since Aug. 16, SOLD “They’ve been saying one rea- the next fours years has not come. 2006, the ABC Board has had a son to take over our recreation fa- “…$476,000 is a significant specific capital improvement in 2 weeks time! cilities is to make sure that High- capital expenditure for us,” wrote project as a goal. lands has the same recreational Mayor Mullen, “We respectfully The specific goal was identi- opportunities and facilities as else- request that the county waive the fied August 2006, when the ABC MANTLE RIDGE – Great value, at $699,000 or home on 11.5 acres for $1.5 where in the county and I want tipping fee for commercial solid Board requested permission to million. Call Pam Taylor at 342-6988 or 526-9027. them to know that we have sig- waste from Highlands over the expand the ABC Store but learned nificant staff, significant facilities, next four years to help us defray it may have to buy land and build significant programs, and signifi- this cost over time.” a new building instead. cant maintenance already,” said The town pays the county Though the board never ques- Commissioner Amy Patterson about $100,000 a year in tipping tioned the ABC Board’s integrity, who is on the town’s recreation fees. at Commissioner Hank Ross’s sug- committee. “We’re not lacking The town hasn’t heard back gestion, it agreed to have Attorney anything. We have a full-fledged, from the county, but acknowl- Coward make sure it is legal for well-run recreation department edged that the next county com- the Town Board to approve the with a budget of $700,000 but mission meeting is Nov. 13 so per- ABC Board’s capital account if we’re only asking for $500,000.” haps the town’s request will be those monies are set aside for a At a joint meeting in Septem- discussed then. specific capital project. ber, county officials said as soon • • • • • • as the contract is signed and de- David Wilkes, chairman of Also discussed were several livered, the $500,000 promised the Highlands ABC Board, read a amendments to the zoning ordi- ON APPLE LAKE – Two levels of gracious mountain living with main floor the town for 2007 would be re- letter into the record clarifying the nance which were set for a public kitchen, great room with dining and stone fireplace, master bedroom and leased. ABC Board’s integrity concerning hearing at the Dec. 5 Town Board bath, one guest room and wrap-around deckin. Lower level bedroom and Once signed, the contract will the withholding of ABC profits to meeting. bath, party area and workshop lead to expansive decks that lead to lake. be sent to the county. the town. Included are: landscaping re- Beautiful landscaping and natural growth and garden area. House and one lot • • • The clarification was initiated quirements for screening and buff- offerred at $895,000 or house and 2.16 acres for $1,200,000. Call Pam Mayor Don Mullen said the by Brian Starnes, auditor for the ers; newly identified perennial Taylor at 342-6988 or 526-9027. MLS#59116. town needs to tell the county it is town, who recently said historical- streams; road widths and grades VACANT LAND - OFFERED AT: $595,000 Gorgeous 4.12 acres +/- off ready to commit and pay for the ly town’s had to keep an eye on in subdivisions, big box limita- VACANT LAND - OFFERED AT: $595,000 Shortoff Road and Norton Ridge, with Norton Creek running through it and municipal solid waste transfer sta- ABC Boards to ensure proceeds are tions, setbacks for the Town Hall an island picnic area! 5 bedroom septic permit and well in place— this property tion at the landfill. allocated properly and he ques- property, outdoor merchandise, is ready for you to build your dream mountain home on. Only 6 estate parcels But since the amount budget- tioned the legality of an ABC store and greenway ordinances pertain- in Norton Ridge, with 2 luxury homes already built and occupied. Call Pam ed of $476,000 was based on an establishing a capital improve- ing to conditional uses, lot size Taylor at 342-6988 or 526-9027. MLS#61830. estimate presented by the county, ment fund. exceptions, setback exceptions, Commissioner Patterson suggest- But Wilkes said, “According to and buffers. – Kim Lewicki Call Pam Taylor at 342-6988 or 526-9027 Page 36 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 • CLASSIFIEDS • out of benefits for an increase in pay, avail- VACATION RENTAL ridge. This home is a must see if you are Free Classified Ads for items able after 30 days of full- time employment. looking for beauty, privacy and seclusion – FOR SALE less than $1,000. Pre-employment screening required. Call HIGHLANDS COUNTRY CLUB – a true sanctuary. $329,000 – See photos Sorry, golf and club priviledges not avail- at www.SanctuaryNC.com. Call (828) 349 All other terms: Mandy Talley at 828-526-1301 or apply online at www.hchospital.org. able. $2,495 a week. Call 912-230-7202. 4465. Homes sites available. 20 words for $5; $2 for RN’S AT HIGHLANDS-CASHIERS CUTE 3 BED/2 BATH Mirror lake BEAUTIFUL RV/PARK MODEL LOT each 10-word increment. HOSPITAL AND FIDELIA ECKERD LIV- home $1,350-$1,550 + utilities a month, — Falls View Resort. Dillard, GA. $72,000 706-746-0002 Email copy to: ING CENTER. Full, Part-time and PRN less than mile from Main Street. Call 770- positions available for 12 hour day and night 977-5692 LOT — COWEE RIDGE ROAD, High- [email protected] shifts. Excellent wage scale, with shift and THE LODGE ON MIRROR LAKE – lands (off Hwy. 64). 4,500 ft. elevation. or FAX to 1-866-212-8913 weekend differentials. Full benefits, or the Fish or canoe from deck. Available weekly, Great views, Two acres. Southern expo- sure. 4 bedroom septic installed, commu- Send check to: option to opt out of benefits for an increase monthly, 3-day min. Call 828-342-2302. in pay, available after 30 days of full-time ON LAKE SEQUOYAH – Three mas- nity water, paved road, gated community. Highlands’ Newspaper employment. We are now offering part- ter suites with jetted tubs and showers, $300,000 Firm. Call 478-741-8818. FSBO. P.O. Box 2703 time employees, working at least 24 hours sleeping nook with private bath, 4 fireplac- RV LOT – North Carolina Mountains: At Lake Toxaway Lot and 1/2 Beautifully Highlands, NC 28741 a week, medical insurance. Pre-employ- es, 2 living areas, newly renovated. Private ment screening required. Call Mandy Tall- dock with canoe and firepit. Call 828-342- Landscaped with Stone Work and Plant- 828-526-0782 ey at 828-526-1301 or apply online at 2302. ings Yearly Fees $350. $120,000. 863-651- www.hchospital.org. 1411 HELP WANTED CNA OR CNA II AT HIGHLANDS- REAL ESTATE FOR SALE COACH CLUB HIGHLANDS NC – CASHIERS HOSPITAL AND FIDELIA Chestnut Street. Gated Motor Coach resort CHESTNUT HILL OF HIGHLANDS ECKERD LIVING CENTER. Full-time, UPPER CLEAR CREEK ROAD AT lot in town Very nice 200 sq. ft. Lindal Ce- seeking waitstaff. Benefits, pre-employment Part-time, and PRN positions for day and CORNET LANE 1.20+ acres less than 4 dar Coach House. Fully Landscaped with drug screening and background check. night shifts. Our wage scale is $11.00 to miles to Main Street. Paved Access. Some Extensive patio area. Outdoor kitchen, gas EOE. Apply in person at 64 Clubhouse Trail. $14.40 per hour, and you also receive shift winter views 3 sided corner lot has old log- fire pit, overlooking 85 ft of stream Rare find. Highlands, NC 29741. (828) 526-5251. and weekend differentials. Full benefits, or ging road as your driveway. $62,500 Call 828-787-1014 or 352-258-4187 COMPUTER VOLUNTEER NEEDED the option to opt out of benefits for an in- 526-9021 or 787-2307. CREEK IS FREE! – With the purchase AT ART CENTER — Calling all techies: the crease in pay, available after 30 days of BUCK CREEK; 1600 sq.ft. finished of one or both of these wooded parcels, Bascom-Louise Gallery is in need of a vol- employment. Pre-employment substance basement, creek front.Handicapped ac- just off Highway 28 in the NE Georgia unteer to help the nonprofit art center with screening. Call Mandy Talley, 828-526- cessible w/elevator; 3 BR 2 large mountains within 15 minutes of Highlands. its computers. From networking to printer 1301 or apply online at www.hchospital.org. BA.$329,000. 828-524-6038 1.09 acres and/or 1.10 acres on a county- issues to backing up their computers, the UNPRECEDENTED DEVELOP- maintained road. Serious inquiries only. art center could use an extra person to vol- WORK WANTED MENT OPPORTUNITY ON 140 ACRES Please call 864-710-4577 for information. unteer his or her time to help. The art cen- in a picturesque mountain setting. Combine IN TOWN – 3 bedroom, 2 bath, ter also needs a wide range of other volun- LOOKING FOR A HOUSEKEEPER? the pleasures of a secluded mountain val- stream, large level yard. Easy walk to Main teers to help with several different areas: Call: Manuela at 526-9586 (Highlands) ley and high mountain real estate. Live on Street. $450,000, by owner. Call 828-226- gallery docents, hospitality workers, gallery Raquel Dugan at 524-4052 (Franklin) also, your own farm with 30 acres of pastures, 6123. 12/21 shop workers, clerical assistants, visitor Experienced Truck Driver Seeks Full Time two barns, a remodeled main house, and HOUSE FOR SALE (ISLAMORADA, services, library assistants, teaching assis- Employment: Please call 828-524-4052, or a new log cabin for guests. Develop the rest. FLORIDA) – Two bedroom, one and ½ tants and Movers and Shakers (those who call the International Friendship Center to Streams and creeks throughout.12 moun- bath conch house for sale at Mile Marker help with prop building, landscaping and see how we can help! 828-526-9938 x 290. tain lots, each with spectacular views from 86, near Founders Park on Oceanside. other indoor and outdoor physical activities). 3,000 to 3,800 feet, are platted and served House sits on a 8,520 square foot lot in a For more information on volunteer oppor- FOR RENT by all-season roads. All this within 20 min- great subdivision with a public boat ramp tunities, call (828) 526-0207. utes (via a soon to be paved State Road) of on the next street over. Founders Park, PHARMACY TECHNICIAN AT HIGH- CONDO IN HIGHLANDS MOUNTAIN the historic downtowns of Sylva and Fran- which is across the street, has a park with LANDS-CASHIERS HOSPITAL. Full-time, CLUB. $950/mth. 2 bed, 2 bath, Central klin. Nothing like it in the whole region. Call: a boat ramp, marina, pool, beach, tennis Tuesday through Saturday, position. Re- Heat & Air conditioning. Hardwood floors. 828-349-4465 courts, etc. Great deal — owner moving sponsibilities include storing and distribu- Fireplace with gas logs. Winter view. Pool FREE ’07 HUMMER 3 WITH PUR- out of state. $475,000. Call 305-852-4369 tion of medications, supplies and products, & Tennis. Call Patricia Catchings at 828- CHASE OF THIS NEWLY REMODELED for more info. under the supervision of a registered 200-0786. HOME — 4 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH HOME OCEAN FRONT – Beautiful home in Pharmicist. Responsible for routine audits IN-TOWN APARTMENT – 800 sq. ft. WITH BEAUTIFUL LONG RANGE Surf City, N.C. zoned residential/commer- and maintaining records. Previous experi- one bedroom, one bath. Full kitchen. $600/ VIEWS, 2 LIVINGROOMS, RECREATION cial. Walk to pier and town. 7-bed, 4 full ence in purchasing and inventory control month. Call 770-827-0450. ROOM, GRANITE KITCHEN, FIRE- baths. Separate apartment. Good rental preferred. Current licensure is required. Full ON MIRROR LAKE – Charming 3 bed, PLACE, GREAT INVESTMENT OPPOR- income. Call 919-340-2280. benefits, or the option to opt out of benefits 2 bath. Huge sunroom, stone fireplace, 3 TUNITY, CAN BECOME A DUPLEX! LAKEFRONT ACRE IN SCALY – for an increase in pay, available after 30 decks, canoe, furnished. Available Nov- $369,000. CALL 305 458-0033 $25,000 OBO. Details. P.O. Box 260789, days of full-time employment. Pre-employ- May. $1500 a month plus utilities. Call 770- COZY COTTAGE PRICED TO SELL. Pembroke Pines, FL, 33026. ment screening required. Call Mandy Tall- 435-0678. – Features: 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, wood COMMERCIAL FOR SALE – Log cab- ey at 828-526-1301 or apply online at COTTAGE FOR RENT – 1BR, 1BA in burning fireplace, tongue and groove ceil- in at crossroads in Cashiers for sale or www.hchospital.org. town @ Chestnut Cottages. Private, screen ings, hardwood floors, whirlpool tub in mas- lease. Call 526-4154. HOUSEKEEPER AT HIGHLANDS- porch, Heat/AC, FP, extra sleeping loft, fur- ter bath, full finished basement great for COMMERCIAL FOR SALE – 3 acres. CASHIERS HOSPITAL AND FIDELIA nished or unfurnished. 6 month lease - entertaining or as guest quarters. This U.S. 64 frontage, cashiers Road. 2 acres, ECKERD LIVING CENTER. Full-time po- $800. monthly plus utilities. Call 526-1684. beautiful home is located on 3 acres in a 3 warehouses, good income. Call 526- sition. Hours are from 7:00am to 3:30pm. HOUSE FOR SALE WITH “RENT TO gated community with State Road paved 4154. Must be able to work on weekends and BUY” OPTION – In town. 3 bedrooms, 2 access under construction. Enjoy the noisy HOUSE FOR SALE – HFCC 2 story holidays. Experience in hospital cleaning baths, 2 decks. $975/month. Sales Price: stream from your large deck, take a hike split, 3/2, large lot, lake, golf course, moun- preferred. Other cleaning experience help- $259,000. Ownership arrangement nego- into USFS from your private hiking trail or tain views, membership available but op- ful. Must be able to communicate and fol- tiable. Call Jimmy at 970-819-3815. sit back and relax to the magnificent views tional. $795,000. Call 526-4154. low instructions in English, both oral and from the community gazebo on top of the LAND BY OWNER – 3/4 acre lot. written. Full benefits, or the option to opt Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 37 • CLASSIFIEDS • Close to Toan. Very, very, level building lot. per board foot. Wormy white oak flooring 529-7637 brush chipping/hauling and storm clean-up. Community water available. $79,000. Call (milled w/ a t&g), 6-12" widths, $8.00 per ft. LOG CABIN KIT – 32 x 24 8 1/2 inch For good quality, dependable services, ful- Ginger at 828-526-4959. Original, reclaimed white and yellow pine yellow Pine logs. Walls only. $9,999. Call ly insured, give us a call at 828-526-2251. OCEANFRONT LOT KEY LARGO, flooring, random wide widths (6-16") $6/ 526-0241. HEMLOCK WOOLLY ADELGID FLORIDA – Cleared, buildable with all ser- board ft. Wide barn siding, $3/ft. Also his- TIME CLOCK, Acroprint Model 125, TREATMENT – By J&J Lawn and Land- vices. Last unimproved lot in Silver Shores toric log cabins and barns ready to reas- and time cards. See Bob at SweeTreats, scaping services. NC Licensed Applicator, subdivision. $599,900. For information and semble. 215-529-7637.Delivery available. 526-9822. Highlands, NC 828-526-2251. photos call Frank (954) 964-7649 or email FREE STANDING WOOD-BURNING BISTRO TABLES, 21" round (black J&J LAWN AND LANDSCAPING [email protected]. STOVE – with blower. $200. Call 828-349- and white), 2 black chairs. (4 sets @ $125 SERVICES – complete lawn and landscap- NC, OTTO, 38 ACRES 10 miles from 3534. per set). See Bob at SweeTreats 526-9822. ing service, spring cleanup, gutter clean- Georgia State line, high elevation, big views, FRIGIDAIRE UPRIGHT FREEZER. DINING ROOM FURNITURE. Very ing, under-brushing, tree removal, lot clear- driveway and homesite cleared call owner, Excellent condition. $100.(828) 526-9107. nice. Rectangular with two leaves 6 chairs, ing, storm cleanup, rockwork, retaining 770-952-9100 DINING ROOM TABLE & 8 CHAIRS 2 with arms. Maple with upholstered seats. walls, flowerbeds, firewood. 828-526-2251. NEW HOME/CHALET – 10 minutes – (7 w/o leaves) Great for Mountain Home. $326 all inclusive. 864-972-8525 or cell SHIPPING SERVICES - STORK’S from town off Turtle Pond Road. 2/1 with Nearly New. Good Condition. Leather & 864-723-4101 WRAP, PACK & SHIP UPS Ground & Next loft, .897 acres, 1,177 sq. ft. $189,000. Call Upholstered chairs. $1,000. Call Linda at HILTI TE 805 DEMOLITION HAM- Day Air services and large furniture ship- Ty at 828-577-9261. 526-1517. MER. New. Case & 4 bits. $500. 828-526- ping available. Packing services and/or IN TOWN — 3/2.5 log home. The cot- KING-SIZE HEADBOARD,$40; new 2700 or 828-421-7886 supplies. Gift wrapping and fax services. tages lakeside at Harris Lake. Less than 2 glass fireplace screen, (still in box,) polished SLEEPER SOFA – Neutral Plaid. Like 323 Hwy 107 N., Cashiers, NC (1/2 mile years old. $329,000. Call Ty at 828-577- brass finish, fits fireplace opening Height New. $145. Call 864-972-8525. from crossroads) (828) 743-3222. 9261. 24 3/4 “- 29 3/4”. Width 30" to 37 l/2,” $125. SOLID DARK OAK DINETTE CABI- SCOTTS CONSTRUCTION ‘ME FIX PINE GROVE TOWNHOUSE CASH- Call 828-371-2999 NET. 19"x64"x84".3 glass windows on top. IT’ – Decks, roofs, pressure washing, paint- IERS. Two bedrooms two and ½ bath. LATE KENMORE FLOOR MODEL 3 drawers on bottom. 2 bottom doors with ing, lawn service, small electrical, floors, Walking distance to crossroads, restaurants VACCUUM 5.0 power with 2-motor sys- keys. Imported from Belgium. Excellent carpet cleaning, house cleaning! No job too and shopping. Large deck overlooking tems. $149. Call 526-4077. condition. $1,500. Call 369-3250. small. 30 yrs. exp. Call David at 828-369- green lawn $229,000. Call Manuel de Juan MEDICAL LIFT CHAIR – Used one 5886 or 828-347-5051. 828-743-1021.Owner broker. Visual tour at week. Paid $615, asking $500. 526-5558. VEHICLES FOR SALE C&C CONTRACTING – We Get It www.pixelitvideos.com/townhome ANTIQUE CHERRY DINING TABLE Done — Small or Large – Remodeling, LOTS – Exclusive RiverRock, Tucka- from Estate Sale.Double drop-leaf. Rope MITSUBISHI 2006 RAIDER PICK-UP decks, doors, windows or the whole house! segee Village: 2.1 acre Lot 48, great build- carved legs. Seats 4-10 people Extends to TRUCK – 4WD, Tool Box, 10,5000 miles. Call Art Doughty at 828-508-1360 Work- ing site, adjoins horse farm. $364,900; and 4x10 ft $2,200. obo 828-787-1515 $18,000. Call 526-0539. men’s Comp, General Liability, Referenc- THE premier view Lot 34, best view lot de- LARGE BIRDCAGE – 2 1/2 feet high RECREATIONAL VEHICLE FOR es velopment. $799,900 Call HUTCH (706) by 1 foot 3 inches wide by 1 foot 2 inches SALE – 2002 Discovery – 38P Cat 330 HP. HIGHLANDS SHUTTLE SERVICE – 831-0892 owner/agent. deep. With feedrs. $40. Call 526-9245. Immaculate. Double Slide. Smoke/pet free. Atlanta Airport Shuttle. Drive - Away • Auto MOTOR COACH SITE – Private, lux- DOG KENNEL. 10' x 10' x 6', heavy Original owner. All options Electric awnings. Delivery. All Out-of-Town Trips Driving Ser- ury motor coach site available for purchase. gauge chainlink. Like New. $175, was W/D. Six new batteries. Extended warran- vices. Call 526-8078. Downtown Highlands. Corner of Fifth St. $270. call 828.389.2722 Hayesville, NC ty. Brake Pro. Falcon Hitch. 27,000 miles. MARK’S SEDAN DRIVING SERVICE and Chestnut St. Gated, restricted. Call DELUXE VENTED GAS heater high $90,000. Call 743-5593. – All airports – Atlanta, Asheville, scenic 828-526-5333. btu, slightly used, $100. 524-6038. 1991 HONDA PRELUDE – 190K tours, parks, special occasions, restaurant BY BUILDER – 4/3, new construction. CUSTOM DECK SET – Painted alu- miles. Runs Good. Looks Good. $800. Call trips, auto delivery. Town Car. Call 828-524- Executive home. 1.5 acres, bordered by 2 minum Love seat & club chair with lami- 200-9824. 0424 or cell (239)-292-3623. 10/25 creeks and a pond in a new up-scale sub- nated waverly cushions. $125. Call 526- 2006 SUZUKI DR 200SE MOTORCY- division less than 5 minutes from downtown 1078. CLE – 29 miles, only, perfect condition, 1- BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Franklin. $485K. Call 371-3669. MAHOGHANY CHINA CLOSET, 6-ft cylinder, 4-stoke, 199cc. $3,000. Call 828- plus, mirror back, 4 glass shelves. Must 342-6789 or home at 828-526-5507. UNIQUE BUSINESS FOR SALE in ITEMS FOR SALE see. Call 787-2307. HANDICAPPED VAN – Dodge Grand Highlands. Established Market. Call 828- ARMOIRE & DRESSOR W/ 3 WAY Caravan, wheelchair accessible, automat- 200-0061. MASSEY FERGUSON DIESEL DE- MIRROR. Light Maple color. Excellent con- ic ramp, hand controls, 43,900 miles, LUXE 35 WITH POWER STEERING. dition. $600 for both or will sell separately. $16,000.00 526-9769. LOST Completely rebuilt, repainted, new tires. 526-9107. 1966 MUSTANG – 2-door coupe. Includes scrape blade, and an 8,000 lbs. VANITY TOP SINK – 22”x37” with 4” $12,000. Call 828-883-4214. LOST DOG IN SHORTOFF ROAD tandem axle trailer. Sharp Package! back splash cream color, $59. Call 526- 1999 CAMARO – New tires, low mile- AREA. Australian Shepherd. Blue Merle. $7,500. Call (828)526-1684 and leave 4077. age, 5-speed, 6-cylinder, excellent condi- Female. No tale. No Collar. Needs seizure message. NEW SHOWER DOOR – Still in box. tion. Call 828-369-3619. medicine. Reward. Call 704-560-2911 or GENERATOR, portable Briggs & Strat- 27” wide, gold color. Call 526-4077. $79. 1991 SUBURBAN 3/4 TON, 130K 704-365-9614. ton 10,000 Watt 18 HP 8 Gal Fuel Tank 3 CHINA CABINETS desk, rope-bed, miles, 20K on Tranny, 350 V8, lift w/wheels years old. never used. New $2,199. Now. trunk framed artwork, quilts, and more. Call & tires, good condition, never off-road, PUPPIES FOR SALE $1,000. Call 828-526-4784 or 404-255- 828-526-3836. white/blue $4350. Call 200-0013. 4894. ANTIQUE BEAMS, FLOORING AND BOXER/BULLDOG/SHEPHERD SEll BUNK BED SET – Very Nice STRUCTURES: Hand hewn beams in oak SERVICES PUPPIES: 2 male puppies for sale. One of Desk; One 11X15 rug, Lt. in color, very and yellow pine. Beautiful material, large a kind dog that can box, fight bulls, and good condition; Mountain Bike w/car carri- faces, $3.50-$4 per board foot. Original, CUTTING EDGE TREE SERVICE - guard your house! Mother is CKC boxer/ er, helmet. Call 828-526-4064. reclaimed white and yellow pine flooring, “Let us go out on a Limb for You.” We bulldog and father is German Shepherd. ANTIQUE ORNATE WALNUT Victo- random wide widths (6-16") $6/board ft. specialize in tree removal, trimming, Lot/ $200. each. Call 526-2465 after 5 p.m. rian gold velvet sofa and blue chair. Call Also selling entire log and timber frame View clearing, under brushing and stump NEAPOLITAN MASTIFFS – 6 male 369-0498 and leave message. structures. 215-529-7637 grinding. Quality work and Fully insured. For and 4 female - each weighing in at about 1 BEAMS, FLOORING AND ENTIRE (www.jcwoodworking.info) Free Estimate call 524-1309 or 421-2905. lb. at birth. Pups should be available to STRUCTERS: HAND HEWN BEAMS. BEAUTIFUL FLOORING: Wormy TREE SERVICE – From view clear- new homes by Dec. 15. Beautiful material, large faces, $3.50-$4.50 white oak flooring, resawn, milled and ready ing to the most complicated tree removal, [email protected] to lay w/ t&g, 6-12" widths, $8/sq. ft. 215- under brushing, stump removal/grinding/ Page 38 - Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 • REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS • PIN, ADDRESS, GRANTEE, DATE, SALE, GRANTOR, ASSESSED VALUE HIGHLANDS TOWNSHIP MTN, HARRIS BOBBY RUSSELL, 9/28/2007, $700,000., BEARFOOT AT FLAT MTN INC, • 0502872, VALENTINE N LOT 11, MID $556,650. TIDE LLC, 10/3/2007, $0., HIGH MOUNTAIN • 0549921, 175 WOODLAND HILL DR LLC, $18,860. HIGHLAND HILLS, WOOD LUCY M, 9/17/2007, • 0536825, 15 WOODLAND LN, GEYER K $460,000.,BREITENBACH MARY W, $382,330. DEAN, 9/28/2007, $450000., THOMPSON M III, • 0549922, 175 WOODLAND HILL DR $346,510. HIGHLAND HILLS, WOOD LUCY M, 9/17/2007, • 0501840, 1533 FLAT MOUNTAIN RD, $460,000., BREITENBACH MARY W, $63,970. WOLZ STEPHEN P, 9/21/2007, $216000., • 0549823, EDWARDS CREEK RDOFF RUSSELL KENNETH C & MARIAN, $271,370. 1603, MCCORD GUYTE P JR, 9/4/2007, $0., • 0535558, VISTA RD LOT 10 HEMLOCKS MCCORD GUYTE P. JR, $40,470. AT HIGHGATE, BENNETT RICHARD A, 9/17/ • 0549820, EDWARDS CREEK RDOFF 2007, $0., HIGHGATE LLC, $200,000. 1603, MCCORD MARK LANCE, 9/4/2007, $0., • 0501455, VALENTINE LN LOT 13, MID MCCORD GUYTE P. JR, $25,180. TIDE LLC, 10/3/2007, $0., HIGH MOUNTAIN • 0549821, EDWARDS CREEK RDOFF LLC, $283,340. 1603, MCCORD MARK LANCE, 9/4/2007, $0., • 0501298, 67 DOGWOOD CT VILLA 6 MCCORD GUYTE P. JR, $38,340. HFCC, CANNON LUCINDA SAMFORD • 0549822, EDWARDS CREEK RDOFF TRUSTEE, 9/4/2007, $527,500., SAMFORD 1603, MCCORD GUYTE P JR, 9/4/2007, $0., TRUSTEE, $366,620. MCCORD GUYTE P. JR, $47,180. • 0501026, 76 MAPLEWOOD • 0549420, S R 1608 LOT 5 LNSHORTOFF, PREDA MARJEAN K, 9/19/ WALKINGSTICK FALLS, CHANDLER WEYMAN 2007, $173,000., COX SUSAN H, $262,290. P, 9/4/2007, $0., CHANDLER WEYMAN P, • 0500950, 306 DEER RUN COLD $44,4290. SPRINGS, TSPL LLC, 9/18/2007, $219,500., • 0548699, 40 OWL GAP LN OFF 106, TSPL LLC, $583,500. DOWNS BRYAN A , 9/4/2007, $400000., • 0500797, 96 HEMLOCK CIR LOT 14 NATIONAL RESIDENTIAL NOMINEE SVCS HLDS HILLS, DYER WILLIAM H III, 9/13/2007, INC, $450,380. $565,000., BOSHELL ROBERT C, $520,060. • 0546005, 320 BONNIE DR LOT 36 • 0517234, RD 1608 LOT 39 RUSTIC MIRRORMONT, WILLIAMS ROBERT W, 9/11/ FALLS, REALTY INVESTMENT SOURCE LLC, 2007, $855000., ALLEN WATSON LLC$673,350. 9/5/2007, $45000., FARMER EDWIN B, $52,020. • 0517127, 80 SUNSET TRCE CULLASAJA Flats Township Scaly Mtn. CLUB, ROBINSON GEORGE C TRUSTEE, 10/ 7 Days A Week 24 Hours 9/2007, $0., ROBINSON GEORGE C TRUSTEE, • 0619270, OFF HWY 106 LOT 9 $944,220. RIDGEVIEW EST, FAIRCLOTH FAMILY LTD, 9/ • 0517090, LOT 275 CULLASAJA CLUB, 19/2007, $38,000., STEINER JEANNINE TR, A Day...Even Holidays ROBINSON GEORGE C TRUSTEE, 10/9/2007, 56,910. $0., ROBINSON GEORGE C TRUSTEE, • 0600634, 584 BOOGER HOLLOW TRL , $304,290. ZANGERLE KELLY ELIZABETH, 10/1/2007, We will • 0517058, LOT 240 CULLASAJA CLUB, $190,610., BROWN JOHN M JR, $541,220. locate, WOODS J EDWARD, 9/13/2007, $0., WOODS • 0600078, OFF RD 1625 LOT 6 OSAGE SCOTT EDWARD, $244,820. MT, BOOS EDWARD G, 9/20/2007, $0., excavate • 0517025, 236 KELSEY CT CULLASAJA DELEURAN FAMILY TRUST, $8,700. CLUB, LASSITER ELWOOD GRAY III • 0600065, OFF RD 1625 LOT 8 OSAGE and TRUSTEE, 9/4/2007, $0., LASSITER E G, MTN SUBD, PHILLIPS JO ANN W, 9/5/2007, pump it! $1,527,970. $97,500., GILBERT HAROLD, $42,920. • 0516885, 127 CHESTNUT COVE UNIT • 0650055, EAST SIDE DUCK MTN RD, 2D, CARPENTER IRENE, 10/10/2007, GWALTNEY THOMAS M JR, 10/2/2007, $275,000., MOBLEY HERBERT W JR, $96,000., HILL JERRY P, $66,770. $303,600. • 0649745, BUCK KNOB RD, KUEHN • 0516308, VISTA CT LOT 34, BENNETT MICHAEL, 9/7/2007, $78,000., CORAM RICHARD A, 9/17/2007, $0. HIGHGATE LLC, JENNINGS B, $86,060. Mention this ad & SAVE $25 $250,000. • 0615626, ON HWY 106TRACT 4 MARTHA • 0516309, VISTA CT LOT 35, BENNETT MAGRUDER PROP, HAPPY HILL VINEYARD Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Cleaning of Highlands and RICHARD A, 9/17/2007, $0. HIGHGATE LLC, LLC, 10/4/2007, $0., THREE FORKS Cashiers now offers septic tank pumping, drain field $250,000. PROPERTIES OF MACON CO LLC, $91,800. • 0516281, VISTA CT LOT 7, BENNETT • 0649379, OFF S R 1622, HARTWEGER cleaning and septic field location. RICHARD A, 9/17/2007, $0. HIGHGATE LLC, PETER, 9/5/2007, $0., HARTWEGER PETER, Think your drainfield needs replacing? $400,000. $80,490. The majority of drainfield problems occur due to build up • 0516282, VISTA CT LOT 8, BENNETT • 0649380, OFF S R 1622, HARTWEGER RICHARD A, 9/17/2007, $0. HIGHGATE LLC, PETER, 9/5/2007, $0., HARTWEGER PETER, in the drain lines. Roto-Rooter can clean lines, saving you $400,000. $74,260. thousands of dollars when compared to replacing lines. • 0516283, VISTA CT LOT 9, BENNETT • 0649056, 484 OSAGE DR, SHAW DANNY RICHARD A, 9/17/2007, $0. HIGHGATE LLC, G, 10/5/2007, $850,000., SCHWARTZ S. Based in Highlands • Call 526-8313 • Free Estimates $400,000. WILLIAM, $902,130. • 0550037, BEARFOOT LN LOT 4 FLAT Highlands’ Newspaper - Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 - Page 39 • POLICE & FIRE • The following is the Highlands Police Dept. log entries for • At 7 p.m., the restrooms at the Rec Park were vandalized. the hospital. the week of Nov. 3-7. Only the names of persons arrested, is- The following is the Highlands Fire & Rescue Dept. log en- • The dept. responded to a brush fire at a residence on Mirror sued a Class-3 misdemeanor, or public officials have been used. tries for the week of Nov. 1-7. Lake. It was extinguished prior to arrival on scene.

Nov. 3 Nov. 1 • At 9:30 a.m., vandalism was reported at the Hudson Library • The dept. was first-responders to assist EMS with a medical ... COACH from page 11 where a rock had been thrown through a window with damages esti- call at a residence on Hemlock Drive. The victim was transported to mated at $250. the hospital. act as go-to guys when it comes to needing a good topic to • At 10:10 a.m., a breaking and entering with larceny of petty Nov. 2 write about. They are all former high school or college cash was reported at the Hudson Library where $45 in cash was • The dept. was first-responders to assist EMS with a medical buddies, and we have watched thousands of sporting stolen from the donation box which was broken. There was also dam- call at a residence on Queen Mountain Road. The victim was trans- events together throughout the years. Not only are these age estimated at $150 to an exterior door. ported to the hospital. guys rabid sports fans like myself, they are also very inter- • At 4:30 p.m., theft of two fishing poles valued at $655 and $645 Nov. 3 ested in discussing sports, and in the past we have often respectively was reported at Highland Hiker. • The dept. was first-responders to assist EMS with a medical joked about creating our own “Pardon the Interruption” • At 6 p.m. Highlands Police presented a fugitive warrant for a call at a residence on Rolling Woods Drive. The victim was transport- type show. (Not that anyone would watch -- all of us have sheriff’s department in South Carolina to Michael David Rogers, 44, ed to the hospital. way more hair than Tony Kornheiser and Mike Wilbon.) of Highlands. Nov. 4 Perhaps the best part of having this type of job is call- Nov. 5 • The dept. responded to an accident on N.C. 106. There were ing up one of my buddies and hearing him say “Man • At 8 a.m, vandalism in the form of spray paint on a door was no injuries. Potts, you still writing that column? I don’t see how you reported at the Rec Park. Nov. 5 can sit down and write every week. Don’t you eventually • At 4:45 p.m., a motorist was cited for displaying an expired • The dept. was first-responders to assist EMS with a medical run out of things to say?” It’s about that time that I just registration ticket and license plate. call at a residence on Hemlock Drive. The victim was transported to laughing and start writing. • FUN & GAMES • PseudoCube© N-Cryptoku© #DNID – Level of Difficulty – Moderate Object: Assign 9 different letters to each cell of 9 columns and 9 rows. In addition, nine 3 x 3 cells in the layout have the same nine different letters (this is similar to Sudoku but uses nine letters instead of nine numbers). A ‘mystery word or phrase’ using all nine different letters is designated by circled squares (other short words appear when solving, for which a list of meanings is provided). Every puzzle has a different ‘mystery word or phrase’ (no spaces). How to Solve: Determine the nine different letters THE SETUP: among those given. Try to solve the mystery word using The cube has 27 consecutive numbers in it, arranged in three the clue given and write it in. Other small words will layers with 9 numbers each. These numbers are arranged in a appear in the puzzle. As in conventional crossword special pattern: For each layer, the sum of the three numbers in puzzles, a list of meanings for these ACROSS/ DOWN each row, column or diagonal, is 3 times its center number. Eight words is given and number positions shown. Doing diagonals connect all 3 layers by running through the center num- them will speed up your solution to the puzzle. Using ber of the middle layer. Each diagonal contains 3 numbers equal- Solution to Nov. 1 puzzle ling the total of the three center numbers. One of the diagonals is your powers of induction, inference and insight, place shown with circles. missing letters in all blank squares according to the THE CHALLENGE: rules noted above. Focus attention where the least Start with the three center numbers for each layer and the number of letters are needed to complete a line, column other numbers given. Now pour a cup of coffee, pick up a pencil or 3 x 3 cell. and eraser and try to figure out where the other numbers belong. MYSTERY WORD: Good Luck! “JUMPING AMPHIBIANS” (9 lettes) The first correct solution emailed earns a coupon for a FREE ACROSS cup of coffee from Buck’s Coffee Cafe on Main Street. 1. Tent Post (3) Email: [email protected] 2. Internet Server (3) Solution to #BN4D in Nov. 1 issue 3. ___Cent.__%__ (3) 4. Hearing organ (3) 5. Space Between (3) 6. Fish eggs (3) DOWN 6..Knock (3) 7. Palm type (4) 8. Travel (2) 9. 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