Great News!

Thanks to the creativity and insight of Emily Lamar

and the cooperation of the Saluda Business Association (SBA)

Saluda Lifestyles in now available on the Web!

Just go to Saluda.com

click on News

and there you go!

You can still pick up a printed copy around town,

You will still receive your email copy,

But, now visitors and locals alike can access

it from virtually anywhere, anytime!

YAY!

JIM CARSON AIS OPA

STUDIO / GALLERY

20-2 Main St., Saluda, NC

Jim’s 2024 calendars have been ordered and are on the way. Jim will let you know (here) when they arrive. They will be available at Jim’s Studio/Gallery, on Main St.

Jim’s Studio/Gallery hours are Fridays, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturdays 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sundays 1:00 – 5:00 PM. However, the gallery is often open on Monday-Thursday, if Jim is painting, and also by appointment or chance. Feel free to call Jim on his cell phone (828 8173376), if he is not in his gallery. He usually takes a lunch break, and frequently walks his dog, Sadie, but is mostly around.

For more information about the Jim’s Studio/Gallery in Saluda or his paintings, email jimcarson151@gmail.com, call 828 7493702(studio), 828 8173376 (cell), or visit www.jimcarson.net.

Jim is a Signature Member of the American Impressionist Society, a Signature Member of Oil Painters of America, a member of Plein Air Painters of the Southeast (PAPSE), and a member of the historic and venerable Salmagundi Club In New York City.

The painting above is titled “Black Eyes”16x20, and is available at Jim’s Studio/Gallery

Bill Jameson

October is one of our favorite months to be in Saluda so please join us in its fall glory! The nights are cool and the days are colorful so take advantage of the scenery and then take some home in the form of a new painting. The “Fall on the Blue Ridge” workshop is one of our most popular but we have a few openings left so sign up for a cool education in art!

“Fall on the Blue Ridge”

October 19-21, 2023

Ransom Road Studios

519 Ransom Road       

Saluda, NC 28773

  This workshop consists of 3 painting days exploring the lush landscape of the Southern Blue Ridge. We will have our “Get Acquainted” party Wednesday night October 18th at our home. We'll begin the workshop in the studio Thursday morning with talks and demonstrations, have an early lunch ("Dutch") at one of Saluda's delightful cafes and head out to paint.

  There isn't a more beautiful time to paint the Southern Blue Ridge landscape. Fall foliage, waterfalls and winding streams provide spectacular opportunities for painting and photography. This fall workshop is one of our most popular as it is a beautiful time just to be in the mountains so make arrangements for your class and a place to lay your head at night! We fill up fast!

  All workshops are open for beginners to advanced; painters may work in watercolor, oil, acrylic and pen and ink sketching. Workshops are limited to 15 painters; A materials list will be sent to all participants.

Please contact Bill at 843.729.0593 or billjameson0593@gmail.com 

for further information or registration.

Also visit www.williamjameson.com for other

interesting activities happening in our world of painting.

Mary Poppins tickets are on sale! Join us for an evening of music, magic, and imagination with Mountain Page Theater's presentation of Mary Poppins. 

We have added state-of-the-art projection technology to bring you an experience you will never forget. Our seasoned and remarkably talented cast, Gerard Prendergast (Mr. Banks), Ashley Sandahl (Mary Poppins), Nancy Pew (Mrs. Lark), Chris O’Connor (Mrs. Brill) and the fabulous YAK children will astound and delight you with their performances. Sydney Forbes, a recent graduate of the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in NYC, is choreographing the show as well as playing Neleus and Mrs. Corey. Amanda Diamond (Mrs. Banks) is on her way to being a world-class opera singer, she will thrill you with her voice. School administrator, Zachary Eden, gives a lively amusing performance as Burt. P.J. Thiessen, former Broadway singer, brings poignant life to the Bird Woman. The dynamic Rachel Davis, local Saluda massage therapist, will have you in hysterics with her antics playing Roberston Ay! YAK member Simon (Michael Banks) will share the stage with his mother, Mollie LeBude, portraying the ‘Holy Terror’ aka Miss Andrews. Ensemble members Ted Karet, Erin Miller, Cassandra VanKleef, and Elecia Pillsbury have been working extra rehearsals every week to nail the harmonies for this fantastic musical.

This show includes a fabulous array of dance numbers and songs; movie favorites like Jolly Holiday, Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious, Let’s Go Fly a Kite as well as Step in Time, which requires learning to tap dance! 

Our goal is to reach a whole new level of amazing at MPT with our production of Mary Poppins. You are now able to buy specific seats, so get the seats you want before they sell out. Purchase your tickets today and support your local children’s theater, Mountain Page Theater! www.Mountainpage.theater/tickets

If you or your organization would like to place an add in our playbill or

become a theater sponsor or patron,

please contact ashleyonstage@gmail.com

OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER CLASSES

 Besides the following schedule you can schedule private individual and group sessions. Gather family and friends to coax out collective creativity. Call the Gallery 828 749 0033 to join a class or schedule a private group session. And once you have learned the basics of glass fusing you can come for “studio time” and work on your own projects with my guidance and some good music on my playlist! Glass fusing is something anyone can learn.

HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS IN THE STUDIO STARTING IN OCTOBER!

Make holiday ornaments, planter stakes and/or drink stirs. Great for stocking stuffers, teacher gifts of for your own whimsical itch. Cost varies per items made.

Tuesday, October 10, 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. or

Thursday, October 19, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

LEARNING TO FUSE GLASS

3.5 hours

$95 includes all materials and firings

Wednesday, October 4, 9:30 am to 12:45 pm

EVERY GARDEN NEEDS GLASS   

3.5 hours

Create an eye-catching design to add to your garden, along your driveway or to gift to someone special. You will learn to cut a circle out of a glass sheet. Make it whimsical or elegant. Add flowers, birds, mountains or abstract designs. The completed circle fits into a black metal stand and can be left out throughout the year. You can come back for studio time and make a new circle to match the changing seasons! You will also make a glass flower to attach to a metal stem that can be used in the garden or a flower pot.

$135 includes all materials, metal stand and firings.

Tuesday, October 24, 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

GLASS ON GLASS MOSAIC WORKSHOP

Learn best practices of cutting glass and making mosaics. Explore contemporary mosaics using a variety of colorful vitreous and stained glass shapes for your unique design for indoor display. No previous experience necessary. You’ll leave with skills and resources to continue making mosaics at home. Workshop fee of $145 includes all materials and instruction.

Mary Ann Everett is an accomplished instructor from Charleston and will be leading this class.

Friday, October 20, 9:30 to 4:30 p.m.

DESIGN YOUR OWN LANTERN

5 hours

Create four panels of your own design for this sturdy black metal lantern that holds a wax candle or battery candle. You can go abstract, organic, four seasons, nature themed, whimsical or detailed. These are well constructed lanterns purchased from Ikea and enhanced with your creative composition. Class size is limited.

$150 includes lantern and glass, instruction and firing. 

Tuesday, October 10, 8:30 to 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday, November 15, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

BOHEMIAN JEWELRY

Make one-of-a-kind glass pendants using dichroic glass, crushed glass, and decals. You will complete several pendants and will finish two off with a variety of beads on cords. Your necklaces make wonderful gifts or keepers. This class is co-taught by Susan Cannon and Hanna Toland, bead weaver. $95 covers all materials and instruction.

Sunday, October 22, 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m 

THE DAZZLE VASE

Learn to cut a circle in glass then embellish it with glass fragments, stringer, crushed class and cane. This two-layer round will be fired to a full fuse then stretched through a ring in the kiln to form a colorful one-of-a-kind vase. During the class you will also make glass cane (rods) in a vitragraph kiln. These twisty rods can be added to your vase for a bright pop. $95 includes all materials, instruction and firings.

Wednesday, September 6, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 12, 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.



Call the Studio to register for a class, studio time or to schedule your group. Space is limited so that everyone gets attention and the guidance. Be prepared to surprise yourself and to HAVE FUN!

Susan Cannon, glass artist and enthusiast, gallery owner and instructor

Live Music & Events at Saluda Outfitters and

Green River Eddy’s Tap Room & Grill

Friday, Oct. 6, 7-10 p.m. | Borderline Therapy is a Landrum-based band that performs Rock of Ages with a smattering of country. Expect to hear an eclectic mix of 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and 2000s rock with some old school country. Band members include Ben Smith on guitar, Brady Caldwell, guitar, Reggie Fowler, vocals, Michael Jackson, drums and Jason Martin, bass.

Saturday, Oct. 7, 7-10 p.m. | Marc Higgins & The Chainsaw Bears are based in Spartanburg. The band plays a “rootsy style of power pop.” While offering a good selection of originals, the band has been compared to such bands as Wilco, Tom Petty, The Replacements, and Whiskey Town. Band members are Marc Higgins, lead vocals/guitar; Michelle Lee, drums/backing vocals; Don McGraw, bass/backing vocals; Wilson Warren, pedal steel/keyboards.

Friday, Oct. 13, 7-10 p.m.| Charlie Alexander Saunders Band is a modern country band with an old country sound. Spartanburg native and Saluda musician and singer/songwriter Alex Saunders teams up with some great musicians from the WNC and Upstate SC area, including James Kale, John Inman and Joe Hindsley. The band plays a variety of Alex’s originals mingled with a good selection of favorite covers.

Saturday, Oct. 14, 7-10 p.m. | The Gilkey Cattle Co. is a four-piece country band with a love of country greats as well as the Eagles and Marshall Tucker tunes. Home based in Rutherford, N.C., the band focuses on classic country from the 90s to 2000s. Lead by veteran guitar player/singer Garry Cuthbertson, members include Kate Durham, fiddle, Randy Fish, guitar/vocals and Tony Dente, drums/vocals.

Friday, Oct. 20, 7-10 p.m. | The Mac Beatty Band, formed in 2021, is a 4-piece band based out of Greenville, South Carolina playing a fusion of oldies, folk, country, Americana or what they describe as “just good music.” Led by singer/guitarist/songwriter Mac Beatty, a longtime Greenville resident and musician, other members include Greenville residents Gary Clark, percussion, Melissa LaTourette, vocals, and John Schaffer, bass.

Saturday, Oct. 21, 7-10 p.m. | Dr. Don & The Medicine Men of Spartanburg play original American rock music influenced by blues, country, jazz and rockabilly. Led by musician/singer/songwriter, the band plays some favorite covers but focuses more on Don Silvey’s lyrically infused originals.

Friday, Oct. 27, 7-10 p.m. | Ryan Henry Band is based out of Anderson, SC. The group plays a variety of country, blues, southern rock from the 80s & 90s, and even beach music. They take pride in having a little something for everybody. This is their debut at Saluda Outfitters.

Saturday, Oct. 28, 7-10 p.m. | Sketoes Ghost is going to rock our Saturday night Halloween Party. The Hendersonville-based trio includes Justin Blankenship, vocals/rhythm guitar; Chad Bennett, vocals/lead guitar; and John Tirone, bass. The band members have honed their musical experience into a broadly-inspired Americana sound, with original music instilled with lyrics reflecting richly experienced lives. Come dressed to win Best Costume prizes!



Wood Berry Gallery is thrilled to announce a blockbuster show and artist reception for Libby Skamfer, October 13, reception 5 to 7 with an artist talk at 5:45.

We hope you all can attend! Hors d’oeuvres, wine, beer and soft drinks will be served.

Libby is truly an exceptional artist. Her range of work is stunning. The colors, finish and composition of Libby’s work is unparalleled. Libby is widely collected in the United States as well as internationally.

Wood Berry is proud to represent her and her extraordinary work.

The exhibition will run to the end of October.

Hope to see you October 13, 5-7PM

LIVE Music at The Purple Onion

Thursday Evening @ 7:30 p.m.

*Cover Charge*

October 5th ~ Brother and the Hayes - $8

Brother and The Hayes is a sibling led, Americana/folk band based in Tennessee. David (Brother) and Jennie Hayes (The Hayes) found that their love for the blues, traditional country music, and bluegrass was the perfect vehicle for their playful, honest, and story-driven songwriting. You would be hard pressed to find a band that writes more authentically and has more fun playing together. The rapport between brother and sister on stage is something to behold as they draw you in and make you feel like part of the family.

Ticket Link

October 12th ~ Pierce Edens - $8

Pierce Edens is an independent musician and singer-songwriter from Western North Carolina. He is best known for his powerful vocals and haunting, fiery music that captivates listening rooms and excites dance floors in equal measure. Sitting alongside long-time bandmate, Kevin Reese, the musical duo take their audience on a well-crafted journey. Built song-by-song, the room becomes an experiential fortress filled with Edens’ signature vibrato, an unusually soulful, waverly tenor that conveys each song’s emotional depth. The duo’s sound is both intimate and gritty, atmospheric and raw - a hard-edged folk sound that is uniquely Pierce Edens.

Ticket Link

October 19th ~ Michael Reno Harrell - $8

Michael Reno Harrell is an award winning songwriter, as well as a veteran storyteller and entertainer, and he’s from the South. One could compare Michael's performances to his granddaddy's pocket knife: well worn and familiar feeling, but razor sharp, and with a point. His original songs and stories have been described as “Appalachian grit and wit” but, as his writing shows, Michael’s awareness is much broader than the bounds of his boyhood home or even the Southern Experience. Between the approachable, feel-good nature of his music, and vivid story-telling that leaves you smiling, Michael creates an auditory experience that has to be witnessed in person.

Ticket Link

October 25th ~ Trophy Husbands - $8

Fun, upbeat group of local gents, playing classic yacht rock with a splash of Irish pub thrown in. From rock to country to folk and blues, Trophy Husbands plays nothing but the greats. Come for a stellar show with a group known for their funny and engaging stage presence.

Ticket Link

KARAOKE IS COMING TO SALUDA!!!

Join friends to sing, hum, play an instrument or just sit and enjoy for a night of KARAOKE with FISH HEAD KARAOKE.

Bring your guitar, fiddle, banjo, ukulele, harmonica, drum or spoons!

October 21, Saturday, 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. rain or shine.

SALUDA MOON GLASS STUDIO

24 West Main St.

Saluda, NC

Call 828 749 0033 for more information

YA’LL COME!!!!!

The Good Nabors

by Cappy Hall Rearick



A Southern summer without tomatoes from the Nabors is like a Northern winter.

Hot weather makes me bitchy, witchy and itchy, but without it, there wouldn’t be any tomatoes from Charlie and Ann Nabors in Saluda.

To date, I have never eaten a summer tomato as tasty as those red beauties grown in the soil of the Nabor’s garden. Any Yankee craving Southern Comfort needs to come on up here in July and stay through September. Charlie says Fall tomatoes are the best!

New Jersey tomatoes taste pretty good. Like their Carpetbagger ancestors, however, I figure the N.J. vegetable growers marched down to Western North Carolina and stole some of Charlie’s tomato dirt to take back up north. History tends to repeat itself.

For me, growing up in the south meant local backyard gardeners coming to our door every summer day selling quart jars of shelled butterbeans, field peas, okra, cucumbers and home-grown tomatoes. Mama kept dollar bills and a piece or two of change in the proverbial cookie jar earmarked for veggies.

Most of the time, it was a woman coming to the house with a kid shyly peeking around her skirt tail. Mama was thankful not to have to shell peas or beans, so she never haggled. Most days, she cooked butterbeans flavored with a ham hock because it was Daddy’s favorite. He would rather eat a second or third helping of butterbeans and rice than a big slice of chocolate cake. Go figure!

I once took my former husband, the token Yankee in our family, to meet my Carolina relatives. Would you believe he dared to bad mouth okra? Out loud. He might just as well have stomped on Robert E. Lee’s grave.

“What did he say,” yelled Aunt Polly whose hearing problems seemed to clear up at the slightest mention of food. “Sounded like he said okra was slimy.”

That’s what he said, all right, and then that fool man kept digging deeper holes for himself. I wanted to crawl into one of them.

With his mouth full of fried chicken he asked, “How can you people swallow slimy okra?”

I looked around the large kitchen table where six of my relatives were staring holes through my then-husband. Uh oh, I thought. The South is fixing to rise again.

Aunt Polly swallowed a mouthful of butterbeans and rice and pointed her fork at him. “Watch yo’ self, boy. Bad mouthing okra is fightin’ words.”

I shoved a dish of macaroni pie at him. “Try some of this, Sweetie. You’ll like it.”

Paying no attention to the hostile glares directed at him from my kinfolks, and having no indication whatsoever that Southerners serve macaroni pie as a side dish, and not an entrée, he filled up his plate.

“I love Mac & Cheese,” he said, making almost the same southern blunder as when he asked for UN-sweet tea.

“It’s macaroni pie,” I said. “Mac & Cheese is store-bought.”

“Oh,” he said, clearly disappointed. “I like the kind in the blue and white box. Make a note of that, Wifey.”

Wifey? Could things get any worse? I held my breath knowing Aunt Polly was about to jump on him like a tree frog.

“We don’t do store-bought in this family,” she said. “Make a note of that, Hubby.”

Mama, striving for peace at any cost, glared at her sister. “Polly, did you eat the only pulley bone? That was supposed to be for company.”

My aunt put a sanctimonious smile on her face. “I sho’ did. Now pass me the okra. My mouth is in need of some prime slime.”

Aunt Polly could be a pain, but that day her rhyme-time sense of humor made us all laugh, even the Yankee who had no idea what we thought was so funny.

Fried chicken, butterbeans and rice, okra, cucumbers soaked in vinegar, sliced tomatoes, macaroni pie, banana pudding and sweet tea. Best of all, tomatoes from Charlie and Ann Nabors. Now, that’s what I call right neighborly. If the South had battled the War of Northern Aggression with vittles like that, we’d a won that ol’ war.

Book Club

Interested in lively discussions about books? Please consider visiting our book club which meets the first Thursday of each month at 1:00 pm in the Saluda Community Center on Greenville Street. On Thursday, October 5th at 1:00pm, we will discuss Ann Napolitano's best-selling novel Hello, Beautiful! For our November 2nd meeting, we will be digging into Graham Greene's 

The End of the Affair. Hope to see you there!

It is Fundraising Time for our Newsletter.

The sales of our I am So Saluda T-Shirts have gone well,

and have reduced the amount we have to raise this year.

The advertisers and sponsors make a HUGE contribution and yet,

we still need to raise about 1,200.00 dollars more to complete the year.

We need your help to keep the newsletter printed.

Venmo - @bryantgregoryT

Zelle - 8283882600

Check - made out to Saluda Lifestyles

mailed to P O Box 84, Saluda

Our I am so Saluda T-Shirt inspired by local resident Erica Shanks, celebrates the many aspects that make us

So Saluda! T-Shirt profits go to the cost of printing and maintaining this newsletter.

($20.00)

Our T-Shirts are a 50/50 Cotton/Poly blend.

They come in one color and one style.

(S-M-L-XL)

(Larger sizes can be special ordered)

If you would like to buy a T-Shirt, they are available in three locations around town.

Mewdlic's

171 East Main Street

(Look for our new SO Saluda Coffee Mugs also at Mewdlic's)

eARThly Minds Galley

19 Pearson Falls Road

Wakey Monkey

18 Church Street

Saluda Living in Place has a great day planned in October.

With the cold and flu season fast approaching, it’s important to take all precautions. On the morning of October 18th, we’ll be working with The Foundation of St. Luke’s Hospital offering a free vaccine clinic at Saluda Center beginning at 10 am. Flu shots, COVID boosters, and RSV vaccines will be available from 10 am until Noon.

And then if you’re in for a fabulous, lovely boat ride, we’ll be offering a guided tour of Lake Lure. Discover the beauty and charm of Lake Lure on a covered boat tour. Listen to the legends of the lake and learn about the natural and cultural history of Hickory Nut Gorge, home to Lake Lure, NC. Subsidized by SLIP, the cost is only $10 per person.

Transportation will be provided by a bus from Polk County Public Transportation.

We’ll meet at Saluda’s local library parking lot at 1:30 pm.



Saluda Presbyterian Church

COMMUNITY CORNER

"A community that ensures people can access timely and high-quality information while

changing lives together, with hope and health."

Tuesday October, 24th

Community Corner

Saluda Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall

(Above the Pop-Up Pantry)

11:00 am till 4:00 pm

All information is free and light refreshments will be served.

FREE ANNUAL CREDIT REPORT:

A computer and printer will be available for anyone that wants to get a copy of their free annual credit report. Pastor Lin (a retired banker) will be available to explain the report if anyone has any questions and offer

government printouts regarding steps to take to correct misinformation.

(All information is strictly confidential)

HEALTH:

Blood pressure checks will be offered to anyone that wants to stop in.

Information from the Free Clinics will also be offered.

A health insurance professional will be on hand to answer questions about; Medicare, Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act.

HOPE:

Material from Safelight Women's Shelter, Steps to Hope, and the Hendersonville Rescue Mission will also be available.

More will become available as more volunteers come forward with ideas, time and talents.

Contact Pastor Lin Johnson @ 937-380-5600 with questions or to volunteer.



Gentle Yin Yoga community class is at the Laughing Elephant

Thursdays at 9 a.m.

Cassandra @ (864) 326-8923

Laughing Elephant Yoga

1171 Spartanburg Highway

Hendersonville, NC 28792

828-595-9747

laughingelephantyoga.com

Mountain Karate

Authentic Traditional Karate

Adults

Kids - Ages 6-10

Seniors - Ages 60 and Up

For information on classes Contact Jeff Brooks at

828 699-0909 or

mountainkarate@gmail.com or

visit MountainKarateNC.com

Mountain Karate

54 Carolina Avenue

Saluda Presbyterian Church

Tai Chi and Qigong Classes

Weekly Tai Chi and Qigong Classes are held in the activity building of the Saluda Presbyterian Church located at 54 Carolina Avenue in Saluda NC. This is behind the Saluda Public Library and above the Saluda Pop-Up Pantry.

Tai Chi class is every Tuesday evening at 6pm and Qigong class is every Thursday morning at 10am.

Beginners and newcomers are welcome at both classes.

For more information contact Rob Bruce at 828-435-0816 or rbtbrc@yahoo.com. Donations are requested and appreciated.

Saluda Acupuncture

Asha Woo, LAc

48 E. Main Street #200

by appointment only

Gentle, heart-based acupuncture and bodywork that helps reset the nervous system, relax the body, reduce pain and inflammation, and increase clarity of mind. Helpful and supportive for many health conditions but no need to have “a problem or condition” as acupuncture can tune up your whole system so you can feel more alive and present to meet the day. Modalities include acupuncture, acupressure, cupping, moxibustion and sound healing with tuning forks and song.

To learn more, please visit saludaacupuncture.com

Or reach out to asha@saludaacupuncture.com

Deb Dunn is a physical therapist and owner of [Re]Living Performance - a PT and wellness practice that is all about helping you to achieve your goals on your terms. She has mobile and gym-based options to cover it all - from physical therapy to rehabilitate an injury to performance improvement to help you move better.

All visits are one-on-one, tailored to your specific needs, and include everything from soft tissue work and dry needling, to technique assessment and exercise programming.

Call or text 561-504-6511 to schedule your free phone consult!

Meditation/Self Exploration Group



Meets every Tues at 5:30pm

at WNC Functional Health

711 S. Grove Street, Ste B

Hendersonville, NC

Topics include, but not limited to:

·origins of stress

·meditation -practice and purpose

·who are you?

·conditioning and its roots

·understanding ourselves more deeply

·understanding fears/anxiety/stress and breaking out

·recognizing negative drivers in your life

·what is your purpose?

·feelings/emotions, what are they

For additional Information Contact

Frank Trombetta, 828-388-1794

$10 Community Yoga

Date: 10/1/23 - 10/31/23

Time: Varied. See Below.

Cost: $10

 At Laughing Elephant Yoga (LEY) our community colors our canvas, and the more the better. Diversity promotes expansion and every one of us has something to learn from the stories and perspectives of those around us. We proudly welcome and lift up humans of all shapes, sizes, ages, backgrounds, beliefs, orientation and abilities. Truly. When we say you belong here, we mean it.

We believe yoga is for ALL! And now we offer 4, $10 community classes! No matter your budget, we have classes and passes for you!

T’ai Chi Chih - Wed at 9:30am

Simply Yin - Thurs at 9:00am

Flow for ALL - Thurs at 5:00pm

Chair Yoga - 2nd + 4th Fri at 10:30am



Yomassage - restorative yoga & group massage with Ashley Echevarria

Date: 10/2/23 AND 10/9/23

Time: 5:30 pm- 7:00 pm

Cost: $45

Yomassage is a healthy blend of restorative stretch, massage, mindfulness and meditation all wrapped into one balancing experience and customized to each individual and their specific needs. Each session begins with settling into a themed meditation. As each person moves into various restorative stretch poses a trained therapist or supporter will come around to help make adjustments to ensure that each person achieves the most comfortable variation of each stretch in a safe way. While in each pose, the massage therapist will come around and expertly provide massage to different sections of the body to help achieve a better and deeper stretch. Yomassage is great for the mind, body and spirit.



Chakras Unveiled - History, Theory, and Philosophy of the Popular 7 Chakra System with Tucker Shelton

Date: 10/15/23

Time: 10:30 am- 1:30 pm

Cost: $60

Chakras Unveiled - History, Theory, and Philosophy of the Popular 7 Chakra System

(3-hour workshop that includes a 1 hour 7 Chakras practice)

The chakras of Yoga are widely misunderstood, yet even so their wisdom is abundantly spreading in new forms. This workshop is all about demystifying the chakras by unveiling their history, theory, and practices. Pairing lecture and discussion with juicy chakra-based practices, this series will give you a deeper appreciation for and understanding of the chakras and their use throughout time.

Self Investment of $60, Early Bird Pricing of $50 good through 8/31

Call us at 828-595-9747 or email us at info@leyogawnc.com for more info.

Laughing Elephant Yoga

1171 Spartanburg Highway

Hendersonville, NC 28792

828-595-9747

laughingelephantyoga.com

Public Invited to Give Input on Saluda Grade Trail

Two public meetings have been scheduled on the Saluda Grade Trail—in Inman, SC on Oct. 17 and Columbus, NC on Oct. 19. The public is invited to drop in, learn more about the proposed trail, and share goals, ideas, and concerns.

Kristin Cozza, Trails and Greenways Coordinator for Conserving Carolina says, “We are excited about the opportunity to meet with the community to discuss the next phase of use for this iconic rail corridor. We want to ensure that this project reflects the community's vision and priorities.”

The SC public meeting will be held at the Inman Library on Oct. 17 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. The NC public meeting will be held at Polk County High School on Oct. 19 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM.

The meetings will be held drop-in style, so people can come on their own schedule. It is not necessary to stay the entire time. Participants can circulate through various stations, where they will have opportunities to give input on various aspects of the trail. This input will inform the overall vision for the trail.

The Saluda Grade Trail is a proposed 31-mile rail trail that would follow the route of the historic Saluda Grade rail line. Along the way, it would run through Campobello, Inman, Landrum, Tryon, Saluda, and Zirconia. The Saluda Grade Trail is being spearheaded by a coalition of nonprofits in NC and SC—Conserving Carolina; PAL: Play, Advocate, Live Well; and Upstate Forever.

The proposed trail is in very early stages and there are still a lot of questions to explore. The Saluda Grade Trail coalition has engaged the firm Traffic Planning and Design, Inc. to conduct an economic impact and feasibility study, which began this summer. As part of this study, the coalition is seeking public input about the trail. After the public meetings, there will also be an online survey. If you want to get updates on the trail, including opportunities for future public input, sign up for emails at saludagradetrail.org.

RSVP for the public meetings is encouraged but not required. You can RSVP at saludagradetrail.org

WALKS IN THE WOODS

October 1 - Saluda Mountain/

Palmetto A quiet, moderate out and back walk of approximately 3-miles, 2-hours. This trail will take us to Heatherly Heights Road, with some switch backs and stairs, and back down again. Parking is on the left side of the road at the SC state line.

October 15- Round Mountain Explore the site of the Battle of Round Mountain. Located off Howard Gap Road, the walk offers a picnic area, rock outcroppings, and for the adventurous, a strenuous climb to the top of the mountain for Piedmont views.

November 5 - Cabins in the Cove Tour a 1920’s restored log cabin, surrounding grounds and trails of nearly 1-mile on adjoining property that feature an early 1900s barn, and small waterfall. See the natural regeneration from the damage of 2018 tropical storm Zeta.

Walkers meet at the parking lot of the Saluda Library at 2 pm. A SCLT member will keep you aware of the terrain of the trail and share their insights about the history, flora, and fauna of the area.

Prepare for each walk with comfortable shoes, a walking stick, water, and a snack. Feel free to bring your field guides and a camera. Please provide any pertinent medical history to your guide. Many of these hikes will access private property. SCLT has obtained the owners' permission to allow you to access these areas that are normally not available to the public.

Call ahead to determine whether the hike will welcome four-footed companions. 

For more information contact

the SCLT office (828) 749-1560

info@saludaclt.org

Henry's Nature Center

Henry’s Nature Center has a working team to continue to create usable outdoor spaces for hiking, learning to identify the trees and plants and to have an appreciation of our local natural surrounds within walking distance from downtown.

Currently they are having signage and named trails signs made as well as coordinating a big workday for Saturday Oct.14th .

Team member, Dennis Niemeyer, is donating 50 Oakleaf

Hydrangeas and getting other native plants at wholesale

prices. If interested in helping with this workday, please

contact Lin Savage at …wncsavages@gmail.com.

Trails sometime need a helping hand

A BIG TIP of the HAT goes to Jim Beyer who, most often with his side kicker (and wife) Kathy, keep SCLT trails cleared after a few limbs (like the one pictured) get in the trail which keeps our hikers from walking on SCLT maintained trails.

Thank you,

Jim and Kathy!!

Early Days of SCLT

 "The key to realizing a dream is to focus not on success but significance—and then even the small steps

and little victories along your path will take on greater

meaning." Oprah Winfrey

Over a decade ago when SCLT was in its formative years, some of its members became concerned about

the amount of paper from the customer’s post office boxes that

was going into the trash. Why not recycle?

And a significant small step was taken.

  SCLT purchased a $70 recycling container (which was not a

small expense in those days), the Post Office

agreed to recycle its contents and the rest is history!

YOUR MEMBERSHIP MATTERS!

We'd love to have you join us as a SCLT member.  Our members provide vital volunteer and financial support in our mission of preserving Saluda’s rural small-town character by protecting its unique natural heritage.  Just click on this link for more information: https://saludaclt.org/membership

SCLT Monthly Board Meeting

SCLT Board Meeting is scheduled for

October 4th at 4:00.

 Please contact the office for specifics.

Please keep Twin Lakes in mind when planning events in the coming year. This outdoor venue can be reserved for birthdays, weddings, and other special events.

SCLT appreciates support from the Saluda Fund at the Polk County Community Foundation.

Please feel free to contact us about any of our projects by calling our office at 828-749-1560 and leaving a message. We will return your call promptly. Or send an email to info@saludaclt.org. We look forward to your comments and suggestions.

www.saludaclt.org

Pearson’s Falls and Glen

Come enjoy an early fall hike at Pearson’s Falls and Glen. October brings clear blue skies, leaves changing color and drifting downward, and late blooming wild flowers such as Goldenrods, Asters, and Turtlehead. It is a wonderful time to be outside with your family and take some photographs.

The Pearson’s Falls trail is a moderate, shady 1/4-mile hike along the tumbling water of Colt Creek to the 90’ waterfall. Pearson’s Falls is located three miles south of Saluda off Highway 176. You will see signs with directions to the Pearson’s Falls entrance at 2748 Pearson’s Falls Road. Many benches and picnic tables are available if you wish to bring a picnic or sit and enjoy the changing season.

Admission is $5, ages 6 - 12 $1, and under 6 free. Annual passes are available. No dogs are allowed. No wading or swimming. Hours are 10 AM to 6 PM Monday through Sunday. (The gate closes at 5 PM.) For more information go to www.pearsonsfalls.org. or call 828-894-0301.

The Tryon Garden Club has owned and maintained Pearson’s Falls since 1931.

The Tryon Garden Club is a proud sponsor of Saluda Lifestyles.

Submitted by Lucy Brannon

The Saluda Garden Club

 A variety of activities are planned each year that promote camaraderie and education through programming and community involvement. As you can see from our meeting activity this month, you do not need to be a gardener to join.  

We plan a variety of activities that appeal to everyone. 

Please contact Garden Club President, Susan Cannon,

at 828-749-3852

Dues are only $25 per year and meetings are held once a month

except during the winter months. 

Events may be cancelled or rescheduled due to weather.

New digs for the dogs!

Gentle Hands Grooming is moving across town to a new location

Starting October!

1088 Ozone Rd. Saluda, NC 28773

Stay tuned next month for exciting news of an open house date

(fun canine activities, snacks!) for all!

To help offset moving / renovation costs and upgrade services visit our gofund me campaign:

https://gofund.me/01e364d5



I thank everyone: four legged and two legged,

for all your support this year and look forward to

grooming your furry friends in a new season!



Saluda Visitor’s Center

 Did You Know?

…that October in Saluda is one of our busiest months. Folks will be visiting our small town from all over the USA. That is always amazing to our volunteers at the Visitor Center. How do people from the far reaches of the country find Saluda? We always ask that question and the most popular answers are they have family nearby or they wanted to hike or kayak in a beautiful place or they searched the internet for a small interesting town to visit. Whatever the reason, we welcome our visitors and hope they enjoy our beautiful weather and our peaceful town.



  There are many activities going on in our area in October. Those activities are posted in the Visitor Center. If you have events or activities that you would like to post in the Visitor Center, please send them or email them to Lynn Casey at caseysaluda@gmail.com

  The Visitor Center, located at 20 W. Main Street, has a nice open room with information about Saluda and the surrounding area and two ADA-compliant restrooms. The Center features a slideshow created by the Saluda Historical Society that highlights Saluda’s history.



  The center is operated by an all-volunteer staff and all operating expenses are split equally between the Saluda Downtown Foundation, Saluda Business Association, and the Saluda Tourism Development Authority.

Additionally, we’d like to invite visitors and residents alike to visit the Center to learn about Saluda’s Historic walks or scenic drives, get hiking trail maps and area maps. We also have “Things to do in Saluda” list, restaurant menus, lodging choices and a variety of business pamphlets. We continue to put out a call for more volunteers for short

shifts to provide information and keep the facility clean and organized. 

The shifts are easy and fun, you meet nice people, and you will be properly trained before starting. 

Please consider volunteering or just drop by during hours to say hello!

We would like to welcome our newest volunteers, Misty Davis and Suzanne Warwick!!

If you are interested in volunteering or learning more about the Visitor Center please contact Lynn Casey at caseysaluda@gmail.com.

Every Wednesday morning, in the Parish Hall of the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration, you will see eight women busy painting. Jokingly referred to as The Painted Ladies, the name stuck. For over six years, Sa Smith has been guiding this group in the art of watercolor. During this time, a card ministry evolved.

On Wednesday mornings, Sa leads the group in prayer and a brief meditation. Afterwards, they discuss concerns of their Parish, family and friends. These are the folks who receive lovingly painted and crafted cards, with notes from these artists. Approximately 150 cards are sent each year to Parishioners and Friends.

The cards were so well received, the Painted Ladies decided to start an Outreach project by making their cards available for sale. Sa remembers her father’s words, “You need food to think clearly. If someone is hungry, he cannot learn and therefore not be educated”. That message resonated with Sa. The Pop-Up Pantry, “friends helping friends”, is the recipient of all proceeds from the sale of their cards.

We encourage you to stop by the Parish Office, Tuesday through Thursday, from 9:00am to 3:00pm. The cost of these hand-crafted cards is $2.50 - $8.00. Every notecard is unique and blank on the inside, and includes an envelope. The artwork this group is making available to the community is impressive.

The Pop-Up Pantry is grateful for this ministry and the women of Transfiguration who have offered their time and talent. We extend our thanks to the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration who provided the seed money to begin the Pop-Up Pantry, and continues to support us by sharing their talent, donations, and volunteer efforts.



The Saluda Community Library  

Storytime

Tuesday, October 3 @ 10:30am 

Saluda Library

This program is designed for ages 2-5 and features books, songs, and a fun craft or activity. 

Game On!

Thursday, October 5 @ 4pm

Saluda Library

An afternoon of tabletop games and fun! Bring your own game, or try out one of the games in the Library of Things collection. This program is designed for adults. 

Storytime & Dance Party

Tuesday, October 11 @ 10:30am 

Saluda Library

This program is designed for ages 2-5 and features books, songs, and a dance party with Ms. Laura from Polk County Parks & Rec.

Trick-or-Trot

Friday, October 13 @ 5:30pm 

Harmon Field, Tryon

Calling all monsters! This FREE family fun-run event will allow participants to collect goodies and treats along a two mile race course. Participants of all ages are encouraged to dress in costume! Register at polklibrary.org/events/trick-or-trot. The rain date is Friday, October 27th.

Take & Make Kits

Saluda Library offers free monthly Take & Make craft kits for all ages! 

Pick up your kid, teen, or adult kit starting October 2nd.

Kids - clothespin monster

Teens - pet ghost

Adults - fabric pumpkin

Spice It Up 

A monthly cooking challenge to try something new and spice up your kitchen! Each month, pick up a free spice sample and simple recipe. October's spice is cinnamon.

Literary Pumpkin Challenge

Participate in our 5th annual Literary Pumpkin Challenge!

Rules: 

-Decorate a pumpkin to represent a book or book character. 

-Pumpkins may be real or faux, but NO CARVING is allowed. Carved pumpkins will not be accepted or will be discarded. 

-Each winner will receive a $20 gift card to a local business. There will be five winners: most votes at Columbus Library, most votes at Saluda Library, most votes on Facebook, staff favorite, and all others will be entered into a drawing. 

-The contest is open to all ages! 

Timeline: 

Oct. 9-14: Drop your pumpkin off at Columbus or Saluda Library during opening hours. 

Oct. 16-28: Library patrons vote for their favorite literary pumpkins in person and on Facebook. Oct. 30: Winners are announced and prizes are distributed. If you would like to keep the literary pumpkin you submitted, please pick it up this week.

Stearns Park StoryWalk

Starting October 2nd, check out the latest book at the Stearns Park StoryWalk in Columbus! Bat Loves the Night by Nicola Davies is a charming and informative story. The StoryWalk begins at the playground and continues counter-clockwise on the path around the park. Bat Loves the Night will be available to read through the end of November. Scan the QR code on the last panel to enter to win a prize pack, which includes a copy of the book and a Squishmallows plush bat!

Featured Artist

Local artist Lori Loftus will display her tree series of eco printed silk wall tapestries at Saluda Library from October 16th to November 30th. Eco printing involves using flowers, leaves, and berries wrapped in silk and steamed in a large pot. All of her art is one of a kind and can be purchased. Her silk scarves are also on display at Heartwood Gallery in Saluda.  

Saluda Community Table (SCT)

A festive gathering with Wonderful Meals, Great Music and Community Spirit!

Dinners will be held the 2^nd and 4^th TUESDAY in OCTOBER from 5:30pm to 7pm.

Please note our NEW LOCATION is the SALUDA SENIOR CENTER.

Add these dates to your calendar and join us. All are welcome!

October 10

October 24

November 14

December 12

Meals are free, with donations accepted. Remember we have “gone green”, so please bring your own plate, utensils and cups/glasses. Our volunteers create excellent meals but the stars of the show have been our friends and neighbors enjoying the lively camaraderie and beautiful music.

If you would like to receive our email updates, contact Charlotte Lovett (clovett5987@gmail.com). If you want to be a SCT Volunteer, contact Gayle Jones (gaylejones016@gmail.com)



The October 10th meeting of the Women's Club of Saluda will be held at 10:00 am in the Fellowship Hall of the Saluda Methodist Church. Any and all interested ladies are invited to join us for interesting programs related to people and happenings in our community and to share fun, fellowship, and refreshments. 



The goals of the WCOS are expressed in our mission statement:

"The Women's Club of Saluda strives to serve our community and to support one another in friendship, and wisely use our resources to advance the dreams of our future leaders. "

All interested ladies are welcome!



ONE ROOM LEFT FOR FLOWER FESTIVAL

The June 1, 2023, trip to Carunchio, Saluda’s Sister City, has one room open due to a medical cancellation. Trip is all inclusive except for airfare. Enjoy the restored 1700’s palazzo; Chef Dino’s amazing food; cooking lessons; guided tours to Vasto, olive grove, cheese factory, bell foundry, and more…and a special seafood lunch at the Adriatic coast. You will be there for the annual Flower Festival and will participate with the residents of Carunchio in making beautiful pictures out of flowers. Cost is 2400 euros cash or 2500 euros on credit card per person. At today’s rate, 2400 euros is $2,572.

NEW BOARD

The new Sister City Board is busy working on a website, wine tasting, Italian dinner night, Saluda/Carunchio photo book, plans for two new student visitors who will be here the summer of 2024, and more. We are looking for volunteers to occasionally help with projects. If you want to be involved, contact Sister City below.

TUSCANY TRIP and RIBOLLITA

A number of folks from Saluda are headed in October to two weeks in Tuscany. They will stay in Montisi, a small Italian village in the hill country. The grape vines will be dazzling yellows, orange and reds, and the fields will be plowed with curvaceous lines. It will be olive harvest time and they will hit several traditional festivals including the New Olive Oil Festival in Montisi. They will be eating the famous Tuscan soup, Ribollita. The name of the soup means “reboiled,” indicating that it probably contains left-over vegetables.  Some recipes include bread to thicken, but we prefer it with the bread on the side. For a great recipe, see https://www.themediterraneandish.com/ribollita-recipe/

Don’t use regular kale with its fluffy edges. Instead, get lacinto kale also called Tuscan Kale or black kale. It is available in the organic section at Harris teeter and Fresh Market. Maybe Ingles has it also. Buon Appetito!

WANT TO GO TO ITALY?

Sister City representatives have traveled extensively in Italy

and can give you great advice to help plan your trip.

For more information contact Judy Thompson, jdt@JDThompsonLaw.com or 828-489-6578.

Saluda United Methodist Church and the Church of the Transfiguration

Presents two training programs FREE & OPEN to the public,

  +  Understanding Trauma and Building Resilience

Thursday, October 12, 5:30 to 7:30 at the Church of the Transfiguration

  +  Trust-Based Relational Intervention for Caregivers

Thursday, November 2, 5:30 to 7:30 at Saluda United Methodist Church

For Additional Information please contact Rob Parson 828.606.3452



Maui Fundraiser

  It happened in Saluda on a chilly September evening. Well over one hundred

people gathered in the courtyard of Susan Cannon's Saluda Moon Glass Studio to

support a fund-raising effort on behalf of the people of Maui. Remarkably, those who entered the courtyard generously donated their money to help restore the

lives of others whom they did not know, and who lived on an island in the Pacific Ocean that is 5000 miles away from Saluda, But the donors were not the only

people who crowded into Susan's back yard. A dozen Ukulele musicians arrived not from Hawaii, but from Hendersonville and offered a stirring concert of well-

known songs from the nineteen sixties and seventies - "l Can See Clearly Now",

"Country Roads", n'Hey Good Looking", "Sweet Caroline" and many more.

They invited the crowd to sing along, and they did. Then they invited the crowd to dance, and again they did. Imagine the Scene: a crowd of singles, couples, children, babies, young folks, senior citizens, Ukulele musicians, a photographer, Giuliana, taking memorable pictures and a dozen or so people who wandered in from the street. There were even three dogs apparently enjoying themselves. At the end of the evening the crowd became a congregation when they joined hands and sang "Amazing Grace".

Beside the success of the fund-raising drive and the enjoyment of the sing-along there was something greatly uplifting about that Friday evening in Saluda. The news of the day, almost every day, is that Americans no longer respect one another. Our politics are vicious; our neighborhoods are dangerous; our neighbors

cannot be trusted if their race, their religion or their politics are different from ours. Yet, that Friday evening in Saluda clearly showed that none of these needs to

define us.



Enjoy the beginnings of Fall with friends and loved ones. Remember times with a Pace Park Paver.

Our engraver is now officially licensed to engrave Military Emblems on your Paver. 

   Purchase a paver for those you love or in memory of loved ones.

  Pavers for Pace Park is a community fund raiser to support the completion of public restrooms in this pocket park on Main Street. The Park is in the alley by M. A. Pace General Store and is the location of a Blue Ridge National Heritage Area Interpretation Sign and future public restrooms.

   Bricks are $50 & $60 with one clipart payable to City of Saluda.

  You may have three lines of copy with a maximum of 15 letters per line.

Forms can be obtained from City Hall, City of Saluda website, or can be requested from Catherine Ross at carnc@charter.net or 828-749-3534. Applications can be sent to City of Saluda, PO Box 248, Saluda, NC 28773. Contact Catherine Ross for gift cards to be sent.

What’s Happening at The Saluda Historic Depot

October is a here! This is a busy time of year for our town and we expect many visitors to the depot.

The Saluda Historic Depot & Museum is becoming a tour destination for organizations from all over. We are very pleased that our tour invitations are reaching folks who are not only visiting the Depot but are also shopping and eating in downtown Saluda.

We invite all groups and organizations to take a guided tour of the Depot. To arrange for a tour, please contact Mike Reeves at 828-674-9598 or email Nita High at nitahigh@rsnet.org

Visit the Saluda Sweet Shoppe for your favorite Hershey’s ice cream treats, candy and soft drinks. Saluda Depot shirts, caps, mugs and other gift items are also for sale in the Sweet Shoppe.

Dates to Remember

October 10- Golf Tournament

October 21- Train Tales-Night at the Museum

Saluda Historic Depot and Museum’s Annual Golf Tournament

The tournament will be played at beautiful Bright’s Creek Golf Club and Equestrian Center in Mills Springs, NC. The fall tournament is scheduled for Monday, October 10^th (Columbus Day).  

Escape to Bright’s Creek Golf Club, a tranquil retreat, and play the renowned Tom Fazio-designed golf course, which Tom Fazio himself hails as one of his favorite designs. The course highlights the tremendous surroundings of Bright’s Creek and captures the golfer’s playing ability on every hole. Challenging yet player-friendly for all handicaps, each hole is artfully carved into the rustic mountain scenery.

Player registration forms are available on our website at SaludaHistoricDepot.com/events.



We appreciate all those who are sponsors this year’

If you have questions, please contact Mike Reeves at 828-674-9598

or Nita High at 828-747-8692.

We are now accepting book donations at the Depot for Books for Good. Your donations have raised more than $4000 for the Saluda Historic Depot. Please continue to donate your gently used books. Books can be dropped off at the depot during opening hours or call Nita High at 828-747-8692.

Volunteers Needed

Do you love trains, antiques, rail history, or are you just a history buff? If you have two hours a week or a month to talk to people from all over the country, come join us at the Saluda Historic Depot and Museum as a docent and tour guide. Training will be provided along with the fact that you will be working with a great group of people who share a common interest---promoting the town of Saluda, its history and the history of the railroad. If you are interested in volunteering, call or text NitaHigh at 828-747-8692.

Saluda from Top to Bottom

Copies of Saluda from Top to Bottom written by Matthew Bumgarner are available for purchase at the depot. This is an excellent book about the history of the Saluda Grade. We are hoping to host Mr. Bumgarner at our November Train Tales. Cost of the book is $65. This would make a great Christmas gift for train buff.

Saluda Historic Depot October Train Tales Features “Night at the Museum”

Night at the Museum will be presented at the Saluda Historic Depot and Museum on Friday, October 21^st at 6:30 PM. Visit us and witness Saluda history come to life. 

Night at the Museum will include vignettes performed throughout the Depot, by Depot volunteers and other familiar Saluda residents dressed as characters from Saluda’s past.

The program features eight historical vignettes depicting events in the history of the railroad and the town of Saluda. You will travel back in time and you will meet:

1.   Joel Roberts Poinsette 1835– performed by Dave O’Brien

2.   Captain Charles Pearson and Captain Thaddeus Coleman 1877- performed by Mike Reeves and Ralph Mayer

3.   Pitt Bellew and his Brakeman 1903- performed by Bruce Jayne and Nancy Pew

4.   Two Convicts, Otis and Floyd 1877—performed by Monty Crisp and Paul Marion

5.   Saluda Depot Station Master and Carolina Special Dining Car Head Waiter 1925- performed by Greg Bryant and Howard Troxler

6.   Dr. Lesesne Smith and Nurse Carter 1918-performed by Steve Smith and Lynn Casey

7.   Two hoboes (Boxcar Billy and Frisco Jack} 1930- performed by Dave Zimmerman and Rich Miller

8.   Two ladies traveling on the train to Charleston 1903 (Northern Lady, Effie Ford) performed by Helene Pasternak and (Southern Lady, Annabelle Wright)- performed by Tangie Morgan

  Food and beverages will be served in the Moon Glass garden area. The Saluda Visitor Center will be open for your convenience and there you can view the drone video of the Saluda Grade as it now looks. Moon Glass Studio and Jim Carson’s Studio will be open and there will also be live music for your enjoyment graciously provided by Todd Neel and band.

Please note that, even though this is a free community event, space is limited. So, tickets will issued. If you would like to attend this exciting event, please contact Nita High at 828-747-8692 or email nitahigh@rsnet.org. 

We are all looking forward to spending a beautiful fall evening with our neighbors and friends.

Night at the Museum is funded by a grant awarded

by the Polk County Community Foundation.

We’re Vlogging!

Please like, share and subscribe to our YouTube page!

In addition to collecting oral histories, we are now vlogging. Vlogging (video blog) is a great way to learn about historical places and interesting people who live or once lived in Saluda and who left an indelible footprint behind by actually visiting historical sites. Check out our first three episodes filmed at Friendship Baptist Church Cemetery, Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery and most recently Old Mountain Page Baptist Church Cemetery. Please like, share and subscribe to our YouTube page at www.youtube.com/@HistoricSaludaNC. Over 80 videos have been uploaded to this page to date.

Just released! Come join us as we explore the Old Mountain Page Church Cemetery located in Saluda, NC. More on this huge hornet's nest, too! A log church was built in the Mountain Page community in the 1780s. Legend has it that a man with the last name Page settled in the area when the land was still owned by the Cherokee. He was to have donated the land for the first Mountain Page Baptist Church which may have been referred to as the old Mountain Meeting House. The log church burned in 1830 and a frame building was constructed in its place. The church cemetery contains the graves of many of the ancestors of Saluda's families, primarily Paces, including Burrell Pope Pace who died in 1816. Many of his descendants are buried alongside him, along with a few Williams, Hipps, Russells and others. Many graves are unmarked. The frame church eventually burned, as well. Featured in this video is a cinderblock building built in the 1940s for funerals and occasional services. It contains the original handcrafted pews once used in the Old Mountain Page Baptist Church. To view this video, go to https://youtu.be/y7fkoVCA8Pw?si=ANCyZgN-Yi8fTnzJ

Featured Photograph

Did you know that Q.C. Sonner once operated a grocery and dry goods store where Ward’s Grill is today? You have to look very closely but, this is an image of the store captured in the 1942 snowstorm that hit Saluda. (Photo compliments of Roy Johnson, Jr.) See our Facebook page for a clearer peek at the picture.

Registration forms used to nominate a historic place or district to the National Register of Historic Places contain a wealth of information. Here is the link to the registration for the Saluda Main Street Historic District. https://files.nc.gov/ncdcr/nr/PL0012.pdf Below is copied directly from the registration form for the Saluda Main Street Historic District nomination to the National Register of Historic Places completed in 1996, which was later approved. You can see the mention of QC Sonner.

Thompson’s Store, 1905 and 1910 - For more than the last half century this mercantile establishment has been known as Thompson's Store, operated by Lola Thompson Ward and her sons. It was built about the time of the M. A. Pace Store and is identical to it in design. The earliest occupants are believed to have been Quinton C. Sonner and Billy Morris. According to Ward family tradition, Morris willed his part of the store to Miss Arrie Lankford, who ran the store for a time with Sonner. Lankford later sold her share in the store to H. L. Capps, and for a time he and Sonner continued joint operation of the business. They later dissolved their partnership, and each operated a store individually in half the building like Thompson and Pace had done down the street. In the 1930s Q. C. Sonner & Co. advertised groceries, hardware, dry goods, and notions, while H. L. Capps advertised groceries, hardware and paints, and fertilizers. Capps also served as mayor of Saluda and started the town cemetery. After Capps died, Lola Thompson Ward and her family, operating as Thompson's Store, took over Capps' left half of the building and later expanded to include Sonner's right half. Like the M. A. Pace Store, Thompson's Store is a handsome two-story brick structure with very few alterations. The first story of the facade features a central door to the stairs flanked by shop windows and recessed shop entrances. An added metal canopy shelters the first story. The second-story facade carries a row of segmental-arched one-over-one sash windows, above which is a decorative paneled and corbeled brick cornice. The exposed side and rear of the building also have segmental-arched fenestration. Inside, the store and adjacent grill maintain the atmosphere of a by-gone period, although the fixtures are generally newer than those in the M. A. Pace Store.

Our Next Meeting

Our next meeting is scheduled for Friday, October 13, 2023, at 2:00 PM at the Saluda Public Library. The public is invited to attend. For scheduled meetings, updates, or cancellations, please visit our Facebook page www.facebook.com/historicsaluda for more information. Join us and see what it is all about!

Who Are We? The Historic Saluda Committee (HSC) is an official committee under the jurisdiction of the City of Saluda. The Saluda Board of Commissioners appoints a seven-member panel and the HSC Chair may appoint additional at-large members. For more information about the Historic Saluda Committee go to www.historicsaluda.org or contact us at historicsaluda@gmail.com. Check us out on Facebook. Follow our oral history project on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@HistoricSaludaNC.

The Saluda Senior Center

 Coming Soon!

We are happy to announce beginning November 11 the center will once again be hosting the Winter Market. You will find venders inside and outside offering an assortment of items including baked goods, homemade pickles & jellies, soup, doggie treats, hand hewn wood items such as bowls, and other craft items. The Market will be held the second and fourth Saturdays each month November through April from 10 am to 1 pm (only the 2^nd Saturday in December, the 4^th Saturday is Christmas weekend). Check it out.

Community Table is back at the Senior Center

The Community Table will be serving dinner at the center the 2^nd and 4^th Tuesdays in October (the 10^th and 24^th). In November and December, they will serve only on the first Tuesdays (Nov. 14^th and Dec. 12^th) due to Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. As usual they ask that guests bring their own plates and utensils. They will serve from 5:30 to 7:00.      

Weekly Activities at the Center’

Monday          

Duplicate Bridge          12:30-3:30

Last Monday                

Pot Luck/Bingo            6:00pm

Tuesday                                  

Contract Bridge           10:00am

2^nd & 4^th Tues.             

Community Table        5:30-7:00pm

Wednesday                 

1^st Wed.                                  

Sr. Center Board Mtg.  1:30pm

Thursday                                 

Knitters                       9:30am

1^st Thursday                

Book Club                    1:00 pm

Friday                          

Narc Anon                   8:00pm

Pot Luck/ Bingo Monday, Oct. 30 at 6:00p.m. at the Senior Center. We supply a meat dish. You bring a side dish or dessert to share. Enjoy great food, good company and lots of fun. Bingo prizes.

Having a Party

Meeting, reception, classes? Need more room? The Center has space. We have two large connecting rooms (one with cozy fireplace) and a full catering kitchen. Plenty of tables and chairs to accommodate large party or meeting. We have the space…you bring the people. For information and to reserve space Contact: Louisa Williamson 803 707-8747

Thrifty Barn Basement

Open Fridays and Saturdays: 11am-3pm

On the ground floor of our main building, entrance faces Greenville street. Chock full of everyday household items from dishes to pots and pans, decorative items, framed pictures. Sofas, dining sets, Buffet cabinets. Much more. Fabulous bargains! New items every week. Accepting gently used (must be in working order) donations (sorry no electronics) during open hours or Call Cindy Keeter 828 551-1039.  

Do something great for your community, volunteer!

For info, call Cindy Keeter 828 551-1039.

Proceeds from the Thrifty Barn and the Barn Basement help support the Saluda Senior Center for meals, activities, programs etc.

The Thrifty Barn

Open every Wednesday thru Friday 10am-4pm

Saturday 10am-1pm

Gently used clothing, books and household goods at bargain prices. NEW ITEMS EVERY WEEK. Across from the Senior Center front entrance…64 Greenville Street. Please bring donations on Wed. for immediate processing. 

TO VOLUNTEER Call 828-393-7891 or drop by on Wed., a manager can give you information and the five-minute tour. Shifts available 10am-1pm and 1pm-4pm. Work once a month or once a week….or fill in when necessary.

Donations

Don’t forget the Saluda Senior Center when making your donations. We receive no financial support from the city or county and we are run completely by volunteers. We must depend on donations to cover our expenses so we can continue to offer activities at the center, and to have the facility available for your private occasion parties. We are designated a charitable organization so your donations are tax deductible. You can send them to The Saluda Center, 64 Greenville Street, Saluda, NC 28773.

We appreciate your continued support.

The Saluda Senior Center, also known as The Saluda Center, is a non-profit, community based, volunteer run organization whose purpose is to provide a gathering place for members of the Saluda Community. Although “Senior” is in our name, we invite everyone to participate in the activities at the Center.



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River Dog Run

October is one of our favorite months in Saluda! Fall is definitely in the air and the cooler temps and fresh aromas are so welcome. And like the rest of the world pumpkins in all forms and flavors start to appear. So come in and check out our fall offerings!

  Cooler temps make us think of more robust foods so check out our Mushroom Quiche dishes for a heartier meal. The Apple Pie for Two is also appropriate for this time of year with our apple crops in abundance. The Brie Dish is a welcome addition to any football gathering and we offer an extra recipe for baked brie with Kailua and pecans that is always a hit.

  Our “rompers” are tailor made for cool weather. Available in fall colors and with a turtle neck or sweater and leggings they will take you from fall to winter. They can also stay in the kitchen as a handy apron with two large pockets for cooking “stuff.”

Fall house parties mean hostess gifts so we can help with that! Sassy or beautiful tea

 towels, candles and other small gifts can fulfill your needs. Who doesn’t need “I’m outdoorsy in that I like drinking on porches?”

  To warm up your walls, we have a wide range of art that our owner has carefully curated so treat yourself to something new! We have a wealth of furniture, lamps and rugs that can freshen up your rooms for the upcoming winter.

  River Dog Run is open seven days a week and by appointment. Monday through Saturday from 11AM till 5PM and Sunday from noon till 4PM. For an after-hours appointment call 828-551-1461.

Irmy’s

The Dressing Room, Etc.

A lady’s clothing and accessories boutique.

It's Fall you all!

The Dressing room is fully stocked with new inventory for the upcoming season. I am going to have special sales every week for different items.

Starting the first week of October, I will discount all the new Fall slacks. Well-known name brands like Habitat, Soft works, Escape and more. Each week I will change the sales. So come and give your closet a new addition. 

As always thanks for shopping local. 

Irmy and Coco 

The Dressing Room 

141 east main street 

Saluda, NC 28773

828-243-5007 

This is our favorite season at Wildflour, and we plan to celebrate with cozy autumn favorites like pumpkin pies, apple cinnamon scones, and seasonal soups! We are happy to announce that the 5th annual Oktoberfest Brunch will be hosted this month, featuring German inspired scones, desserts and brunch items. Later this month get ready for our staff favorite - a spooky Halloween brunch with more treats than tricks! October brunch specials are listed below, we can't wait to see you this Fall!

Sunday, October 1st

Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich

A throwback to a classic! Ham, green peppers, onion, tomato, and monterey jack cheese layered in a sourdough round and served with fruit, cheese grits or hashbrowns.

Meatloaf Grilled Cheese

This hearty special is loaded with a thick slice of meatloaf, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and grilled on sourdough bread. Served aside southern-style coleslaw.

Sunday, October 8th

Pumpkin Patch Waffles

Warm, spiced pumpkin waffles, sprinkled with candied pepitas and paired with house-made apple cider syrup. Served with fruit salad, cheese grits or hashbrowns. 

Alfredo Pasta Bake

Creamy Alfredo sauce over penne pasta with spinach, shredded roasted chicken and fresh pesto. Served with a warm crescent roll and a fresh garden salad. 

Sunday, October 15th

Sunrise Sandwich

Our new breakfast sandwich is layered with grilled ham, a fried egg, pepper jack cheese, crispy hashbrowns, tangy banana peppers and house-made aioli all grilled until golden on sourdough bread. Served with fruit salad, cheese grits or hashbrowns.

The Harvest Special

A soup and salad combo that can't be beat! Mixed greens, roasted sweet potato, dried cranberries, creamy goat cheese, candied pecans with a maple dressing, served with a cozy cup of butternut squash soup and a warm crescent roll.

Sunday, October 22nd

Bavarian Breakfast

Start your day the Bavarian way with two fried eggs, savory bratwurst and a freshly baked pretzel bun. To make this breakfast truly authentic head next door to Mewdlic's for a bottle of your favorite Oktoberfest beer! Prost!

Oktoberfest Chicken Schnitzel

Crispy chicken schnitzel, breaded and fried until golden and served with hot German potato salad. 

Sunday, October 29th

Caramel Apple French Toast

Warm spices and the last of the autumn apples make for a delicious sweet special! Bread pudding style french toast baked with apples and paired with caramel syrup and a swirl of whipped cream. Served with a side of fruit salad.

Cherry Chili

Our cherry chili is the perfect cool weather comfort food. This special chili is filled with ground beef, dark cherries and chipotle chilis, served with a puff pastry top and a garden salad with the dressing of your choice.

The Orchard Inn & Newman's Restaurant & Spa

On my morning walk with my Boxer girl today there was a chill in the air and a distinct smell of the woods that foretells the coming of Fall. There's a good reason why this is the most popular time of year in the mountains of Western North Carolina - because it's just so amazingly beautiful. Not only are the colors of the changing leaves fabulous but it's also the crisp clean quality of the fresh air that's equally as fantastic. As you ascend the winding driveway to our 12-acre elegant mountain oasis, restaurant and spa, framed with beautiful reblooming azaleas and the last of our summer hydrangea flowers, the stress of normal day to day life immediately starts to drift away. The official welcome committee (our Boxer - Roxy) will be standing by to challenge you with a stick and walk you up the steps to our antebellum front porch where she will attempt to lure you into a game of tug of war. Don't be tempted - you're sure to lose. Welcome to the Orchard Inn & Spa and Newman's Restaurant where the temperature is cool, the atmosphere is serene and the hospitality warm. Come help us celebrate 97 years of gracious southern living. 

Our fine dining restaurant, Newman's, continues to receive high accolades from food critics far and wide and sells out most every meal. Voted by Our State Magazine as one of the top 14 "must experience restaurants" in North Carolina. We have created a lovely all weather outside dining area on our back terrace with gorgeous views of the surrounding mountains. We serve dinner every Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights starting at 5:30 pm, and an incredible Brunch every Sunday beginning at 11:30 am. At Newman's Restaurant we strive to bring diners a true "farm to table" gastronomic experience. Treat yourself to a most creatively prepared and delicious fine dining culinary adventure! You don't have to be a guest of the Inn to enjoy a meal at Newman's. Our amazing 3-course brunch is only $45 and goes from 11:30-1:30 every Sunday. Our 4-course dinners are a great value at $89. Every seat in the elegant dining room has an awesome view of the Saluda mountains, and the fire table on our lower gazebo terrace is a perfect place to enjoy a cocktail, glass of wine or local beer prior to dinner. It's hard to find a better meal in the great culinary towns of Asheville, Greenville or Charleston. We are literally a diamond in the woods. Call 828-749-5471 now to book a table this weekend before it's too late. Now serving awesome cocktails and mixed beverages for your enjoyment!

There are still a few spots available for our Holiday Festivities - Thanksgiving is almost full but our Dickens' Dinners, Christmas & New Year's Eve Dinners have limited seating opportunities. Call to reserve.

Our Spa is open and all are welcome. We've created a very zen-like environment where you can de-stress, unwind, relax and be pampered with an array of therapeutic massages or restorative facials by highly skilled therapists. It's a perfect place to have a girl's afternoon off and sit by the waterfall while sipping a glass of wine after a heavenly treatment. The Koi fish are waiting to greet you so come check us out. We are now offering all organic healing products from Appalachian Growers. 

We look forward to greeting you soon!

Marc & Marianne

The Orchard Inn & Newman's Restaurant & Spa

an elegant mountain retreat & fine dining restaurant

Saluda, NC  28773

828-749-5471

www.orchardinn.com

The Fall weather is already kissing our beautiful mountains and we look forward to the change of leaf season heading our way in full force color. At Saluda Outfitters, fall also means brand new fall and winter apparel arriving almost daily. Many items arrived in September so you can choose your fall fashions early and get the best choices before they are picked over. Our clothing brands include Kuhl, Prana, Royal Robbins, Cotopaxi, Howler Brothers and Elan.

Another positive about Fall arriving, is that Summer is leaving and with it, our summer apparel needs to go, as well. You can drop by to save as much as 40% on leftover summer shorts and tops for both men and women. We’re setting up a closeout room to make shopping our sales easy.

As we move toward Halloween, Thanksgiving and the Christmas holidays, our buyers have purchased a host of great, unique items that will make great gifts. Included is a good selection of unique jewelry, soaps, candles (Halloween themed that appear to drip blood), Saluda logo items, and much more. We have also updated our gear section for our campers, hikers and other outdoorsy customers.

FROM OUR LIVE MUSIC VENUE: Don’t miss our HALLOWEEN PARTY. It is going to be a blast. Come dressed in costume Saturday, Oct. 28, 7-10 p.m. for our Costume Contest. Our special Halloween band is Sketoes Ghost and this group is ready to make our party a hauntingly fun time!

Prizes will include:

*First Place Adult: $100 gift card plus a Saluda Outfitters or Green River Eddy’s tee shirt

*Second Place Adult: $50 gift card plus a Saluda Outfitters or Green River Eddy’s tee shirt

*First Place Kids: A free kid’s tee and a Fahlo animal tracking bracelet that helps to save wildlife

(Check out our October live music listings in the Arts and Music section and on our website.)

FROM THE GRILL & TAP ROOM: We are so excited to have a new chef on board and a crew of experienced kitchen staff for our restaurant. In addition to our everyday menu, our chef is creating specials that will definitely delight your taste buds like a shrimp po boy on a hoagie bun with a special sauce and a tangy slaw that he offered recently. Just check the specials board when you come in for lunch or dinner, check out or 16 craft brews on tap and also ask our bartenders for a list of our specialty cocktails.

Retail & Tap Room Hours: Closed on Tuesdays until further notice

—10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

—10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays

Kitchen Hours:

—Noon to closing Sunday to Thursday (closed on Tuesdays)

—Noon to closing Friday and Saturday

Contact Information:

Call the store at 828-848-4060; email, info@saludaoutfitters.com or stay in touch via our Facebook pages https://www.facebook.com/saludaoutfitters or https://www.facebook.com/greenrivereddystaproom/ where we routinely post updates; on Instagram @saludaoutfitters; or on our website: www.saludaoutfitters.com.

Mewdlic’s has some exciting things in store for this fall! 

Mark your calendars for Nostalgia Courtyard's Oktoberfest on October 8th from 3-7pm. There will be live music, German food, art vendors, corn hole, and, of course, a bier garden. Also, this fall Mewdlic’s will be launching our wine club October 1st with tastings, special offers and more! 

Check our social media posts or stop by for more details on the Oktoberfest event and the wine club.

Make Mewdlic's your one stop shop for locally roasted coffee, loose leaf tea, craft beer, a variety of wines and gift items. Enjoy in the shop, take to Wildflour Bakery during lunch or pizza night, stroll the Nostalgia Courtyard or take home with you to have later. Drink local, shop local at Mewdlics. Don’t forget we are open late on Wednesday and Fridays for pizza night until 8pm! You never know there might also be live music. On Fridays we now offer a free wine tasting from 5pm- 7pm.

 Follow our Facebook and Instagram pages @mewdlics to keep updated on the happening at the shop. If you are interested in hosting an event at in our space, come by or email us at mewdlic@gmail.com

Crisp breezes and the rustle of leaves become the symphony of our days as we enter into Fall. Twinkling stars give us a beautiful backdrop to our evenings while daylight gives way to longer nights. As cooler weather sets in, our mountains abound with the scents of soil and dried foliage. A wonderful contrast of clean and musk, dry and dewy, cool and rich. We invite you to join us as we bask in the dichotomy this season offers in flavors. Much as it provides the bridge between Summer and Winter, Fall brings with it the first heartier dishes for colder days, while providing us with the last fresh crops before the cold settles for its stay. The best of both worlds.

New Menu

  We’ve refreshed our menu for the fall. With the change in season, we’re excited to feature revitalized, refreshed, and new offerings on our entree menu, as well as cocktails and wine. Come in and see this season’s flavors. From squashes to figs to apples to so much more. A spectacular balance of fresh and rich. We’re in love with the flavors of Fall and can’t wait to share our passion with you.

Upcoming 25th Anniversary in November

  As we approach The Purple Onion's 25th anniversary, we're pausing to reflect on the rich tapestry of memories woven over a quarter-century of shared experiences — from first dates to proposals, and from long-lasting friendships to vibrant community gatherings.

  We invite you to add to this tapestry by sharing your cherished stories and memories made at The Purple Onion. Whether it's a tale you're happy to see featured on our social media or a special private memory, we want to hear it all. Please indicate whether you are open to having your story publicly shared or prefer it to be a cherished secret, admired only by our internal team. And don't hesitate to send photos to bring those stories to life!

  Thank you for being a vital thread in The Purple Onion's story. Let's reminisce together and look forward to creating many more memories.

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The Purple Onion Hours

Monday 11-3 & 5-9

Tuesday CLOSED

Wednesday CLOSED

Thursday 11-3 & 5-9

Friday 11-3 & 5-9

Saturday 11-3 & 5-9

Sunday 11-3

S.P.O.T. Hours

Monday - Wednesday CLOSED

Thursday 4-9

Friday 4-9

Saturday 12 -9

Sunday 4-9

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