MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS:

SALUDA COMMUNITY LAND TRUST 

By Jeanne Ferran

  Sarah Jayne, the vice-president of the Saluda Community Land Trust, and her husband Bruce built a log cabin in Saluda in 1984 not long after they first discovered the town. As a Navy family they moved around but came to Saluda for vacations and holidays at every opportunity, and because of that Saluda has felt more like home than anywhere else for their three children. Sarah said, “Saluda has been the constant in their lives.”  

  Sarah’s favorite trail in Saluda is the Lazy Girl Loop, a one-mile amble at the Bradley Nature Preserve on Esseeola Street. There is a spring on the property that provided water for the houses above. The Lazy Girl (Lazy Gal) was a pulley system used to haul the water uphill and across the road. The Lazy Girl Trail encircles that spring.  



Do you have a neighbor or friend who has done something wonderful for Saluda’s flora and fauna?

Do you have a question about Saluda’s natural community you would like answered? 

If so, please email [email protected].

 

Gas Pumps on Main Street

JIM CARSON AIS OPA

STUDIO / GALLERY

20-2 Main St., Saluda, NC

  Jim will have his annual Christmas Sale on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 16-17. All paintings (framed and unframed) will be On Sale.

  Jim’s 2024 Calendars are here. Twelve pictures of his original oil paintings. They are now available at his Studio/Gallery on Main St. They are $25.

The accompanying painting is “Joels Creek” 30x40, and is the creek next to Pearson Falls Rd.



 Jim’s regular Studio/Gallery hours are Fridays, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturdays 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Sundays 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM, and Mondays 11 AM-5:00 PM.

Tuesday-Thursday, By appointment or chance.

For more information, email [email protected], call 828 7493702(studio), 828 8173376 (cell), or visit www.jimcarson.net.

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year!

William Jameson

Christmas is almost here and we hope you are close to ready! If you have not finished shopping, take a look at one of these workshops as the perfect Christmas gift for a painter! And 2024 is right around the corner so please look at our workshops scheduled for the new year!



Working Large without Fear

Ransom Road Studio

519 Ransom Road

Saluda, NC                                                      

March 14-16, 2024

  We will begin our journey with a “Get Acquainted” party at the home and studio on Wednesday, March 13th. Each day will start with a serving of conversation about technique over coffee, tea and pastries. We will break for lunch (“Dutch”) at one of Saluda’s delightful cafes and return to the studio for an afternoon of painting. You will

leave your “comfort zone” for three days and work larger than usual, identifying and conquering the compositional problems so often encountered when moving to a large format. Learn to be spontaneous in the beginning, creative in the middle and analytical in finishing your large works. By the end, you will understand how to solve problems specific to large scale paintings. We will have six hours of painting and demonstrations daily.

“Spring Greens”                                

Ransom Road Studios 

519 Ransom Road

& Saluda Surrounding Area

Saluda, NC

May 16-18, 2024

  In Spring, these mountains rival Ireland in the number and amount of “greens”. The different hues blanket the scene with fresh avocado, emerald, lime, and jade shades that are close to unbelievable!       The Spring foliage is a real awakening for the senses and the greens just beg to be captured on canvas. Daily, we will begin in the studio with demos and discussion, then continue the day painting “plein-air” at great sites where we will work to interpret these Spring colors in and around Saluda. We will be practicing “social distancing” which suits plein air painters perfectly!

On Wednesday, May 15th, we will have our “get acquainted (or reacquainted) get together” at our home and studio.

“Late Summer on the Blue Ridge”  

Ann Lea Fine Art Gallery

976 Hwy 64 E

Cashiers, NC

August 8-10, 2024

  We will be cool and comfortable painting for three days in our “studio.” We

have been invited to enjoy this workshop inside the amazing Ann Lea Fine Art Gallery. With lots of room to work in this artistic environment, we will work from photo refences as a point of departure for your compositions. We will determine what to leave out, what to leave in or change to make good paintings and make them your own.

For questions, please contact us at 843-729-0593 or

[email protected]. Please visit Bill at www.williamjameson.com

HolidayScape

Whether it’s for gift giving or a new art piece for your table, you will be delighted making your own 7”x14” winter scene in glass. You will also make a peace bird for hanging and a pair of drink stirs.  Register by calling the Studio at 828 749 0033. Space is limited.

Workshop Fee $60  Material fee including black metal stand $35 plus tax

Tuesday, December 5, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Wednesday, December 13, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Thursday, December 14, 1:00 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Garden Totem

My most popular class of 2023! In this two-part class you will create your own glass color, texture and unique design by learning several fused glass techniques. Individual pieces will be created using glass powders, glue, stencils, enamel and silk screening. In part two you will work with your fired pieces to design an eye catching 24” long piece that can be placed in a sturdy metal garden frame. Every totem reflects the creator’s sense of color and style and is uniquely yours. Note: Day two will be set during day one.

Workshop Fee $95 Material fee including metal garden frame $45 plus tax

Thursday, December 7, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Live Music & Events at Saluda Outfitters and

Green River Eddy’s Tap Room & Grill

Friday, Dec. 1, 7-10 p.m. | Arnold Hill Band is an alternative rock band based out of the Great Smoky Mountains of WNC. The band is identified by its lyrical storytelling, rich three-part harmonies and dynamic instrumentation. The group released “How to Run” in 2021. Band members include Mike Yow, guitar/lead vocals; Sam McCarson, bass/vocals; Adam Blythe, guitar/vocals; and Heath Brown, drums/vocals. Formed in 2011, the band is named for a road in Jackson County where the band members lived and practiced.

Saturday, Dec. 2, 7-10 p.m. | Kit Lindsey, a singer/songwriter hailing from Greenbrier, W. Va., is backed by bluegrass pickers to help her pair big sky honkytonk with messages that feel authentically Appalachian. Her robust voice is perfect for cowgirl blues. Growing up singing with her parents in church, she developed an early love of gospel, classic rock and folk music. Kit’s songwriting draws on the folk ballad and her live shows are reminiscent of the great outlaws of country music. Locals may remember her from her first band, West of Caroline.

Friday, Dec. 8, 7-10 p.m.| Take 3 Band of Greenville/Spartanburg area of South Carolina plays a variety of classic country to familiar rock songs. The band consists of Shaun Mitchell on guitar, vocals and harmonica; Ken Kallenbach on bass and vocals; and Rich Pocock on drums. Veteran musicians, the band members are native to the area and love sharing some “good old rock’n’roll.”

Saturday, Dec. 9, 7-10 p.m. | Seth & Sara from Asheville are a husband/wife duo that puts their special touch on Americana rock/pop/country music. Much of their show focuses on passionate and emotional originals of songwriter Seth Brand, who is winner of three Indi.com original songwriter awards. With Seth on guitar and Sara on percussion, the couple performs heartfelt and inspiring tunes.

Friday, Dec. 15, 7-10 p.m. | Melody Lane, a popular duo from South Carolina, consists of Peter “PJ” Teague and Jennifer Lewis. The talented duo’s music crosses various genres; including bringing back some of the oldies like “Be My Baby.” Established in 2021, the duo has been hitting the south east week after week bringing a cross genre sound and take on music from the 50s to modern day hits and everything in between. Between loop pedals, harmonicas, pianos, and accordions you’ll never know what’s next. Each show is a unique experience but one thing to expect is that you’ll be singing along and immersed in good vibes.

Saturday, Dec. 16, 7-10 p.m. | Izzy Hughes & Eric Congdon are local singer/songwriters who have joined musical forces to bring their individual artistic talents to the stage. A solo artist from Hendersonville, Izzy Hughes began making her way onto the music scene at a very young age when she started playing guitar and writing original songs. Eric Congdon’s finger-picking style radiates skill and charm, and his instrumental material incorporates everything from blues to bluegrass. Together, the ultra-talented duo plays originals and cover songs from all genres and decades.

Friday, Dec. 22, 7-10 p.m. | Charlie Alexander and Company is best characterized as a country music group; however, country doesn’t say it all. While the band plays a lot of originals, you can expect covers from the likes of Tyler Childers, Sturgill Simpson and Tom Petty to name a few. Growing up in the foothills of Appalachia, lead singer/songwriter Charlie Alexander Saunders soaked in all the music and culture of the area, slowly cultivating his original sound. The event promises a fun evening of live covers and originals.

Saturday, Dec. 23, 7-10 p.m. | Finkelstein Three is a trio headed by local talent Derek McCoy on guitar/vocals with Tommy Brooks on mandolin/vocals and Phil Simmons on upright bass. Finkelstein Three is a progressive bluegrass trio, playing everything from Bill Monroe to The Beatles. They are based in both Henderson and Cleveland counties in North Carolina.

Friday, Dec. 29, 7-10 p.m. | JackTown Ramblers is a Morganton-based bluegrass, swing and gypsy jazz band featuring Shannon Leasure (guitar/banjo), Gabriel Wiseman (lead vocals/mandolin), Brett Setzer (banjo/vocals) and Mike Ramsey (bass/vocals). The band formed in 2019 from a collection of “acoustic ramblers” who met through mutual friends and musical interests. Collectively, they just wanted to do something a little different with their music by melding together traditional bluegrass with sprinkles of swingy feeling tunes, band originals and some gypsy jazz type material just for fun. Hailed as one of the busiest working bands in the region, you don’t want to miss this group's unique style of fun and truly talented music.

Saturday, Dec. 30, 7-10 p.m. | Fancy & The Gentlemen Trio is based out of Asheville and brings an eclectic mix of honkytonk, blues, southern gothic, outlaw country and classical roots twist to Americana. The group’s sensitive and rich harmonies weave through the tapestry of original compositions and carefully curated covers that celebrate the roots of southern Americana music. The trio is anchored by talented guitarist and singer/songwriter Fancy Marie.

Sunday, Dec. 31, 6:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. | New Year’s Eve Party with Holden Pace and Borderline Therapy: Make your reservations now and ring in 2024 in style with party favors, live music by two great bands, food, drinks and tons of fun. Doors will close to the public at 5 p.m. and reopen to reservation holders at 6:30 p.m. Music starts at 7 p.m. with Saluda native and Hendersonville resident Holden Pace’s opening act. Headlining the evening is Borderline Therapy of Landrum, S.C. The 5-member band will take over the stage at 9 p.m. and entertain until 12:30 a.m. Expect to hear an eclectic mix of rock and country from the 60s to the 2000s. We’ll celebrate at midnight with a free champagne toast. Tickets are $20 (with the option of ordering off Eddy’s menu) or $40 to include a New Year’s Eve appetizer trio of beef tenderloin sliders with peppercorn steak sauce, mushroom butter and buttermilk fried shallots; smoked crab cakes with Cajun remoulade; and crispy layered potatoes with crème fraiche, crumbled bacon and chives. Call (828) 848-4060 between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. daily (except Tuesdays) to reserve your seats. For more information, email [email protected].

LIVE Music at The Purple Onion

Thursday Evening @ 7:30 p.m.

*Cover Charge*

December 7th~ Joseph Hasty - $8

In a musical career that has spanned over 30 years, Joseph Hasty's extensive performing experience has carried him to stages in America, Australia and Europe - where he lived for seven years. A three-time recipient of the Regional Artist Grant awarded through the North Carolina Arts Council, Joseph is a gifted performer who displays talents as a composer and arranger. His band, Centerpiece Jazz, performs straight ahead classic jazz, swing tunes, show tunes, and other standards. Centerpiece Jazz plays all of your favorites. From Miles & Monk, Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong & Ella to Antonio Carlos Jobim, Coltrane & Cole Porter.

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December 10th ~ Cowboy Judy Christmas Extravaganza (Sunday Concert)

A return performance quickly becoming a tradition at the Purple Onion, this energetic group of ladies is an event you don’t want to miss. Cowboy Judy always brings the show to, well, every show they perform. Couple their infectious stage presence, melodic songs, and penchant for grooving tunes you can’t sit still to? Exhilarating. Throw in some holiday cheer and festive motifs? Pure Magic.

Female fronted super group, Cowboy Judy (formally Sweet Claudette,) is the bringing together of worlds, in the best of ways. Singing an upbeat hybrid of country and motown, you would be hard pressed to find another group as gifted with their harmonies and charisma as you have here.

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December 14th ~ Lonesome Road Band - $8

The Lonesome Road Band regularly travels as a three piece group, featuring banjo, guitar, and bass. In a nutshell, the band plays country and folk, but that wonderfully rustic country that walks you down a dirt road, with a pleasant breeze tickling your face, while the grasshoppers chirp. Founded back in 1995, the band has gone through a few changes in members, but has never lost its heart and soul – thanks in abundance to its founder Larry Keith. The charming yet stark fervency of The Lonesome Road Band’s music instantly takes audiences back to a time where songs told the world of man’s great love and great sorrows. Huddled around a vintage mic, the group would be right at home next to the Soggy Bottom Boys in “O Brother Where Art Thou.”

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December 21st ~ West End String Band - $8

Dedicated to playing and performing traditional bluegrass music and old country songs with modern appeal, the West End String Band has been walking the perfect balance between nostalgia and a thumping good time. Don’t let the name fool you. The West End String Band is refreshing and invigorating, while holding true to the roots that formed this unique tradition of music. Formed back in 2008, the West End String Band blends the gritty and energetic vocals of lead Charlie McDaniel with harmonies from Kathy McDaniel and the driving banjo of Jim Rollins. Rounded out with the rich baritone and unique mandolin of Matt Purinton, this group is weaving together americana, bluegrass, and country in the best of ways.

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December 28th ~ Tiny and Her Pony - $8

Indie, Appalachian-folk band, Tina & Her Pony, was formed in 2009 in Asheville, North Carolina by Tina Collins. Internationally known for their tight, sweet, smooth harmonies and simple, exposed, crafted instrumentation on cello, tenor ukulele & guitar, Tina and Her Pony has a fresh, palatable, sound that is bewitching. With warm smiles and honest simplicity, Tina & Her Pony bring a unique sound to the American folk tradition, featuring original songs that echo the sound of Appalachia, while creating new waves with radical, queer lyrics, uncommon instrumentation and vocals tighter than your mamas’ brazier.

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The Flaming Hooker

By Cappy Hall Rearick

Newspaper ink was in my blood from the time I could hold pencil. Brenda Starr’s flaming red hair and thick eyelashes captured my heart. Mary Worth’s daily gift of mysteries became fodder for the day write my own whodunit. Brenda and Mary lived in the folds of my daily newspaper until the day I discovered Lois Lane looming larger than life on the silver screen. My comic strip idols became yesterday’s news.

The Atom Man vs. Superman movie introduced me to my new heroine. When Metropolis got in trouble, the editor of The Daily Planet assigned Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen and Clark Kent to cover the story. That first Superman film established the never-to-be-forgotten hero super icon.

Noel Neill went on to star in the Superman television series and recorded commentaries when DVD episodes were later released. The question she was most often asked was, “Why didn’t you know that Clark Kent was Superman wearing a pair of eyeglasses?” (I wondered the same thing.) She always replied, “Because I didn’t want to lose my job!”

By the time I met Noel, she had retired from filming her role as Lois Lane and was touring as a speaker and feature attraction at colleges and universities throughout the country. She often appeared at functions sponsored by the National Entertainment Conference (NEC), an association of colleges and universities, and the entertainment industry. In order to introduce certain artists to the students, NEC’s national and regional conferences showcased their performances. It was at one of the regional showcases that I was introduced to Superman’s main squeeze. Before writing this piece, I asked a NEC friend who had worked closely with her if he had any Noel stories to share.

“I thought, since she had ‘flown’ with Superman,” he said, “she would have no qualms about airline travel. I couldn’t have been more wrong. She refused to go near a plane, so I arranged train travel for her wherever she was scheduled to appear. She loved trains and I suspect it allowed her to be Lois Lane to a group of unsuspecting passengers. She signed a lot of autographs between stops.”

On the final night of a Southeastern Regional showcase, after the performers auditioned for future campus gigs, everyone was ready to party. It was on one such night that Noel and I were invited to join the elite “Flaming Hooker Society.”

I asked the obvious: The Flaming what?

A Flaming Hooker is a shooter made with peppermint schnapps and brandy. In order to become a member of the Society, Noel and I had to gulp one down while it was on fire.

Noel pasted on a movie star smile while the cameras went click, click, click, and then she downed her flaming drink as though a residual check depended on it. There was loud applause. I, on the other hand, stared at the little shot glass like it was cyanide while wishing I had a fireproof tongue. Noel Neill grinned at me and said, “Go for it, kiddo.”

Maybe it was that smile of hers that gave me the audacity I had known only as a child. I’m not sure, but in a nanosecond, I was back in the second grade watching Superman defy gravity while holding Lois Lane securely in his arms. At that moment, while I stared at a shot glass on fire, it was easy for me to see Noel as her alter ego, smiling like the star she would always be.

“Come on, Capster,” she urged. “Gulp the damn thing down.”

Fireproof tongue or not, I did what my heroine told me to do and for the rest of the night I managed to match Lois Lane drink for drink, the rest of which were not flaming. Somewhere packed among my bygone memories there is a faded certificate proclaiming me to be a full-fledged member in good standing of the Flaming Hooker Society. No doubt, Noel probably threw hers away.

Author’s Note:

Before retiring to Tucson, Noel Neill lived in Metropolis, Ohio where, in 2010 the city that calls itself the “official home of Superman” erected a statue of Lois Lane that looks a lot like my childhood idol. My heroine, the immortalized cub reporter Lois Lane holds a pad and pencil in her hands, writing her final scoop for the Daily Planet. She died in 2016.



Saluda Studios News

  We have had our ribbon cutting and are ready to welcome everyone to Saluda’s home of Art & Fellowship.

  Saluda Studios includes a warm indoor/outdoor event space, a fine art gallery for Preserving a Picturesque America (PAPA), and an art space for the creative community.

  We will have gallery openings for various western North Carolina, art classes for the community, and fun outdoor movie nights this spring.

  For those who don't know us, our organization is a nonprofit that raises money for the conservation and preservation of natural and historic landmarks all over the country. But we made our home in the wonderful town of Saluda. We raise money by selling artwork that depicts and celebrates the places we want to protect. The artists donate the gallery fee in order to protect the places that inspire them. We also work with other local nonprofits to help them reach their conservation goals.

  During this holiday season, we are an ideal place for gift shopping. Find a gift for your loved one that also helps this beautiful land we love, as a portion of the sales proceeds support various protection efforts of environmental non-profits we partner with.

  PAPA has become famous over the years for exceptional two-dimensional landscape artwork. But we have recently welcomed new artists with ceramics and jewelry-making skills. These artists also care greatly about the natural world and want to contribute. Another wonderful option for this gift-giving season at Saluda Studios.

  During the colder season, when we don't get out as much as we might like to, it is a perfect time to learn or perfect art skills. So, we will have several classes this winter focusing on watercolors, printmaking, charcoal, and pastel artwork creation. The schedule will be posted soon on social media and on our website, which is https://saludastudios.com 

Gift Certificates are available for winter art classes.

We are open every afternoon except for Monday and Tuesday. 

So please come on by!

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

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

[email protected] 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 [email protected]. 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 [email protected]

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

Foot + Hand Therapeutics with

Tucker (Thr33) Shelton

Date: 12/3/2023

Time: 11:00am-1:00pm

Cost: Self Investment: $50

  A specialized session designed to relieve pain and tension in the feet and hands, this workshop is the place to dive deep into the structures of the extremities. Come release stress and restrictions from the joints, muscles and fascia. Restore your foundations and feel this work resonate through your entire system.

  This practice is full of potent sensation, the kind that leads to healing. The work can be tailored to fit any body, but all will be challenged to work through their blockages (both physically and mentally) in this safe space. All levels welcome.

Yoga Revival: Basics & Beyond with Morgan Woelflein

Date: 1/6/2024- 1/27/2024

Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm

Cost: $140 Self Investment, Early Bird Pricing of $125 ends 11/29

  Revive your yoga practice this new year! Is your new year's resolution to spend more time on your mat, to start practicing yoga, or to return to yoga after a long break? Then Yoga Revival: Basics & Beyond will hold you accountable and provide a nurturing space to reset your yoga practice. We'll dive into the core foundations of yoga poses, explore breath work, go deep into different meditation techniques, and have riveting discussions on yoga philosophy.

  After these four sessions, you'll feel confident enough to show up to any yoga class and understand how yoga can work in your current body.

  A comprehensive workbook with poses, sequences, breathwork, and more will be provided.

Call us at 828-595-9747 or email us at [email protected] for more info.

Laughing Elephant Yoga

1171 Spartanburg Highway

Hendersonville, NC 28792

828-595-9747

laughingelephantyoga.com

Pearson’s Falls and Glen

 Thank you for voting Pearsons Falls the best hike in our area!!! The Pearson’s Falls trail is a moderate 1/4-mile hike along Colt Creek to the 90’ waterfall. It’s the perfect place to spend some time out in nature with your family. Many benches and picnic tables are available if you wish to bring a picnic, sit, read, or take photos.

  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.

Admission is $5, ages 6 - 12 $1, and under 6 free. No dogs are allowed.

  Hours are 10 AM to 5 PM Monday through Sunday (The gate closes at 4 PM).

We will close Dec. 24 at 12:00pm. We will be closed Dec 25.

We are open regular hours Dec. 26-31.

Pearsons Falls is closed the month of January.

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

Best of Holiday Wishes to family and friends. Remember each 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 [email protected] 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.



The Saluda Garden Club

December is a magical time of year and the lead up to Christmas is one of the most exciting times with the lights and all the festivities. It is a time where we gather with family and friends, exchange gifts, but also a time to “pay it forward” to those who aren’t as fortunate. For many, this holiday season will be stressful due to rising costs in everyday expenses such as food and gas. The Saluda Pop-Up Pantry has seen a significant rise in the number of shoppers who are directly impacted.  Garden Club members gathered in November to make holiday ornaments for shoppers at the Pop-Up Pantry.  Our hope is this small gesture of goodness and warmth of the holiday spirit goes a long way in brightening someone’s day. 

We know the importance of connecting with friends and family, not just at Christmas, but throughout the year. Reaching out to others who we may not know, and passing on some kindness to them can mean so much. So during this holiday season let us reignite the true spirit of Christmas by sharing goodwill and kindness with family, friends, and others we may not know who need some good cheer.  

Garden Club members will not be meeting in December, January or February.  Many fun meetings are being planned for 2024 that you will not want to miss. If you would like to join, please contact Garden Club President, Susan Cannon, at 828-749-3852 and she will provide you with more information. Dues are only $25 per year and meetings are held once a month except December, January and February. 



On behalf of the Saluda Garden Club, we wish everyone a Christmas season

filled with joy, love, and peace. Have a safe and a Happy Holiday season!

Saluda Business Associates Toasts Opening of

New Art Gallery & Event Center with Ribbon Cutting

Scott and “Sam" Varn, and Tim and Kim Werts officially opened “Saluda Studios” in May 2023 across from the Green River BBQ in Saluda, NC. The Studio is affiliated with Preserving a Picturesque America Gallery (PAPA).

  PAPA, which is a not-for-profit organization, has a unique national mission with local roots. The organization's motto is “preservation through the power of the arts” and it lives up to its goal by retracing the footsteps and painting in the brushstrokes of the adventure artists from the 1800s who brought awareness to the need to protect and conserve. The gallery is full of amazing artwork from artists who have returned to those early locations and created modern versions. But the best part is that the proceeds from the art sales will go to protect these important historic and natural landmarks. Come in and you can hear the full story or read more from one of our latest books. 

  “Visitors should know that at the heart of Saluda Studios is our dedication to ‘building community through art and fellowship’,” says Scott Varn. We have several approaches to this mission including supporting local artists and natural beauty through Preserving a Picturesque America (PAPA) art studio and gallery. This not only fosters a sense of unity within the local artistic community but also champions the conservation of our stunning shared landscapes. We will be offering art classes and welcome others that want to do community-based programs.

  The gallery space doubles as a unique event venue, ideal for family gatherings, group retreats, or business events, complete with the option to enjoy our garden space and apartment amenities. Finally, beyond these services, we are committed to strengthening Saluda's communal spirit by hosting and organizing local events—from music jams to open-air movie nights. We invite everyone to bring their enthusiasm and ideas to help us create memorable community experiences at Saluda Studios.

  In addition to the art gallery and studio, we offer a cozy, two-to-four-person vacation rental, the "Garden Suite", perfect for those seeking to immerse themselves in Saluda's rich offerings of art, cuisine, entertainment and adventure. 

  An interesting personal tidbit about Saluda Studios is rooted in the bonds of friendship and tradition. The four owners are friends with over three decades of shared history when “Sam" and Kim met at a night class in Columbia, SC. But the delightful "fun fact" is that their love for Saluda was cemented by an extraordinary tradition known as "The Perry Como Extravaganza" that has occurred annually right here in Saluda. How the event was given such a name is another story! For over three decades, a group of close-knit friends have converged in Saluda every summer to revel in each other’s company, away from the hustle of daily life. It's more than just a reunion; it's a cherished ritual of camaraderie, laughter over drinks, melodies strummed on guitars, and the sharing of heartfelt life stories. These gatherings, symbolizing the journey from youth through all of life's twists and turns, have created a bond and a profound sense of fellowship that transcends all the current things that normally divide us. For this group of friends, Saluda represents a possibility for strengthening bonds and bridging gaps and standing as a testament to the joys of unity, marking Saluda not just as a town in the mountains, but as a place in our hearts.

  “Like Saluda itself, Saluda Studios is more than just a destination. We want this to be an experience where art, nature, and human connections flourish together,” says Tim Werts.

  “We invite you to join in, contribute your ideas, and help us continue to weave the social fabric that makes Saluda an unforgettable place to visit and engage with time and time again,” continues Tim.

Saluda Studios is located at 144 US Hwy 176, Saluda, NC 28773, Hours are:

Preserving a Picturesque America (PAPA) Art Gallery are Wed-Fri 12-6, Sat-Sun 11-5. 

Event space hours - available for reservations 7 days a week

Vacation rental - available for reservations 7 days a week

For more information, please visit these websites: saludastudios.com

preservationthroughart.org, https://airbnb.com/h/garden-suite-at-saluda-studios.



To learn more about Saluda’s Ribbon Cutting program, please contact Amy Wood, Broker at Looking Glass Realty at 828-713-2222 or email [email protected]. Amy is the SBA’s Membership Officer.

The Saluda Business Association (SBA) represents approximately 90 area merchants, service providers, artisans and crafts people, building contractors, and interested individuals who love Saluda. The vision of the SBA is to help Saluda prosper, preserve its heritage and culture, and to keep revenue and the next generation in the community.

Heartwood Gallery is excited to announce its Annual Holiday Fundraiser Ornament for 2023! All proceeds from ornament sales go directly to Outreach, a nonprofit that has provided financial and food assistance to thousands of Polk County residents in need since 1991. This year, our “Mistletoe” ornament reflects Heartwood’s ongoing commitment to strong community ties in this beautiful mountain home we share.

This ornament is hand cast in lead-free pewter by Beehive Handmade in Providence, RI.

When you purchase a “Mistletoe” ornament for $36, the entire amount is donated to Outreach for where funds are needed most. Visit Heartwood Gallery this holiday season to purchase your fundraiser ornament, to give the gift that keeps on giving.

Saluda Visitor’s Center

Did you know?

That the Saluda Hometown Christmas is on the evening of December 8^th. 

All the businesses up and down Main Street in Saluda will be open and welcoming guests to come in and share Christmas treats. 

Don’t forget to stop by the Visitor Center where you can have a warm cup of hot chocolate and a cookie.

Do your Christmas shopping in our local shops where you will find the perfect, unique gifts for those special people in your life. Wouldn’t you rather give a one-of-a-kind piece of pottery or handmade jewelry rather than that waffle maker you’ve been considering? Shop Saluda and give a special gift to those you love! And don’t forget Charlie’s homemade sausage for Christmas morning breakfast.

Merry Christmas! December has arrived and Saluda will be abuzz with visitors who will shop and enjoy the Christmas spirit in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Stop in the Visitor Center to find where those special holiday events are happening in our area. Those 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 [email protected]

The Visitor Center will be open 11:00 until 4:00 each day. 

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 run 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 a “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 in shape. 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!

If you are interested in volunteering or learning more about the Visitor Center please contact Lynn Casey at [email protected].

Thank you from the Pop-Up Pantry

  As we end 2023, we sincerely thank our donors, grantors, and businesses that support our mission. Without your help, we would be unable to provide nutritious supplementary food to those experiencing food insecurity. We also extend our appreciation to our volunteers who are the backbone of our organization. Without their dedication and commitment to the Pantry, we couldn’t serve those in need.

Grantors: 

Regional & Local Businesses/Churches/Clubs:

Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Program

Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce

CoBank

Dignity of NC

Dogwood Health Trust

Dollar General (Ozone)

Episcopal Diocese of Western NC

Don Mintz Builders

Gateway Wellness Foundation

Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration

Hannah Flanagan’s      

Fisher Storage Barn

Horizon Heating and Air

Food Lion (Columbus)

John & Robyn Horn Foundation

Heartwood Gallery

Pisgah Health Foundation

MANNA

Polk County Appearance Commission

Mountain Karate 

Polk County Community Foundation

Mountain View Baptist Church

River Street Networks

Presbytery of WNC

Southern Alarm Security

Purple Onion

The Conservation Fund

Saluda Garden Club

Work with Heart

Saluda Methodist Church

WNC Bridge Foundation

Saluda Presbyterian Church

Tryon Riding & Hunt Club

Wildflour Bakery

Our hearts are full from the generous support from the Saluda community and beyond! Thank you again for truly being “Friends Sharing with Friends.”  Have a Merry Christmas and may 2024 bring many blessings to all!

More information about the Pantry can be found at our website saludapantry.com. 

Donations are most appreciated and can be mailed to Pop-Up Pantry,

P. O. Box 428, Saluda, NC 28773 or you can donate using the

 “Donate” link found at our website.

The Saluda Community Library  

Hometown Christmas

Friday, December 8th, 6-8pm

Saluda Library

Professor Whizzpop will be delighting all ages with his FREE, amazing balloon creations!

Take & Make Kits

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

Pick up your kid, teen, or adult kit starting December 1st.

Kids - tree ornament

Teens - crystal snowflake

Adults - quilled card

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. December's spice is nutmeg.



The Saluda Community Table (SCT) invites you to gather with friends and neighbors for a Cozy

Holiday Soup Night TUESDAY, December 12 from 5:30pm to 7pm in the SALUDA SENIOR CENTER. 

Our cooks will prepare their favorite tried-and-true soups, salads and breads along with a variety of scrumptious desserts! 

Enjoy toe tapping music, lively conversation, and good old-fashioned fun! All are welcome!  Plan to join us and invite a friend—the more the merrier! Add December 12 to your calendar! You don’t want to miss this fun evening! 

Meals are free, with donations gladly accepted. And bring your own bowl, plate, utensils and glass as we continue our “green theme”. 

You may add your name to our email updates or

become a SCT Volunteer by contacting Charlotte  Lovett

([email protected]) or

Gayle Jones ([email protected]).



It’s here… The New Sister City Website!

Everyone cheer for Ashley Sandahl who is an amazing webmaster, creator, and artist. Check out her work at saludasistercity.org. We’ll be tweaking it to make it better over the next month or so, but the essentials are there.  Soon we’ll have Sister City tee shirts, ways to buy tickets to events, info on what we are doing with the children, openings on upcoming trips and more. There will be periodic newsletters and a spot where you can register to be a “Member” or a “Volunteer” to help with Sister City projects.

Christmas Stroll – Italian Style

Come visit Saluda Sister City at the Stroll in the parking lot of Looking Glass Realty. The traditional Italian Christmas Cake is Panettone, a delicious, sweet bread studded with candied fruits and raisins will be there for you to taste.  At the Christmas table, Italian dinner on starts with baked pasta such as Lasagna, manicotti or ravioli. Perhaps we will have a Lasagna for you to taste as well?!

Mark Your Calendars for Lasagna

The best cooks in Saluda and environs will trot out their best lasagna creation for you to enjoy at the Saluda Center on Greenville Street on Saturday, February 3. There will be all the lasagna you can eat from an expected 15-20 chefs, salad, bread, wine, dessert and Italian musical performances by Mountain Page Players. There will be professional judging of the lasagnas and a People’s Choice winner as well. Plan to give your tastebuds a treat and bring the whole family. More to come in the January Newsletter.

Italian at Saluda Elementary

Last spring Mrs. Stephanie Fletcher, a first-grade teacher at Saluda Elementary School, was one of two teachers awarded a trip to Italy by the Saluda Sister City organization with the hopes of continuing to build relationships between Saluda Elementary and Carunchio Elementary Schools and among the elementary students at the two schools. After her return, Mrs. Fletcher applied for a grant through Rutherford EMC with the hopes of making a way for Saluda students to have the opportunity to learn the Italian language. Just last week the decision was made final and Saluda Elementary was awarded $1,000 to fund the program. Details are still being worked out as to when this program will begin, but Mrs. Fletcher said she is very grateful to Rutherford EMC for making this possible and is excited about how it will provide students with more opportunities to enhance their connections with their sister school in Carunchio, Italy. Sister City will be there to support this new curriculum effort because of the tremendous value to our children. To learn more about the impact on the brain of learning a foreign language, check out this website: https://www.pandatree.com/reason_foreign_language

Thanksgiving in Italy

Nada. They don’t do Thanksgiving, as it is an American custom, but Italians do have a commemoration called La Festa del Ringraziamento. It is literally, “The Feast of Thanks,” and is generally held to give thanks for a bountiful harvest. Since their harvest and our Thanksgiving coincide in the fall, folks are giving thanks on both sides of the pond! And we here in Saluda have SO MUCH to be thankful for!

Feast of the Seven Fishes

Read on and learn where you can take part in the feast! This feast is of Sicilian and Italian-American origin. It is a grand meal, typically held on Christmas Eve, but more recently, also on New Year’s Eve. Traditionally, the celebration commemorates the wait for the midnight birth of the baby, Jesus. The tradition of eating seafood on this occasion comes from the Catholic tradition of abstaining from eating meat on the eve of a feast day. So, fish and other seafood are the delicious substitute. The meal traditionally was seven different types of seafood and might include anchovies, whiting or other fish, lobster, shrimp, sardines, dried salt cod, squid, mussels and clams. If you want to have a traditional Feast of the Seven Fishes, check out Asheville’s Strada Italian restaurant. They will be serving on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve: https://eatingasheville.com/strada-italianos-feast-of-the-seven-fishes-set-for-this-holiday-season/. The dinner at Wine Sage and Gourmet in Hendersonville is already sold out. BUT...you can still experience the meal by watching the 2018 comedy/drama, “Feast of the Seven Fishes,” a movie that takes place in the Olivero family kitchen. The movie has themes of family, finding romantic love and fear of being alone on Christmas.  It’s a fun way to spend an hour or two as your Christmas dinner settles. Find it free on Peacock and Roku. Amazon prime has it for $1.99.

Hometown Christmas

Friday December 8

Saluda’s Hometown Christmas provides the good cheer, cookies and community spirit of the season in one wonderful evening, Friday, December 8, from 6 to 8 pm.

Enjoy holiday refreshments offered by Saluda businesses and a variety of music from area artists at many venues from Saluda Studios across the bridge to Nostalgia Courtyard. Mountain Song members will carol along Main Street and at the Visitor Center.

  (Hometown Christmas by Jim Carson)

An ecumenical service will follow at 8 pm at Saluda First Baptist Church on Henderson St. Mountain Song will perform for the service.

The event is sponsored by the Saluda Business Association and City of Saluda.

Please visit saluda.com. 



Christmas at The Saluda Historic Depot

The Saluda Historic Depot & Museum is a tour destination for organizations from all over the area. 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.

The Saluda Historic Depot and Museum and Sweet Shoppe are open Thursdays through Saturdays 12-4 and Sundays 1-4. Requested special group tours can be scheduled any day of the week.

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 [email protected]

Come join us!

Do you love trains, antiques, rail history, or are you just a history buff? If you have two hours to meet and 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.    

  We not only sell ice cream in the Sweet Shoppe, we also sell Carpenter Bee Traps, Christmas gifts, ornaments, books and children’s gifts. So, visit the Saluda Sweet Shoppe.

Railroad Dinner at the Orchard Inn  

  Unlike many of the old inns of its time, the Orchard Inn was not originally open to the public. Built by the Brotherhood of Clerks for Southern Railway in 1926, the simple farmhouse-style lodging was created as a summer getaway for railroad employees and their families. Today, the Orchard Inn is a premier 5-star restaurant and Inn.

  In conjunction with the Saluda Historic Depot and Museum, the Orchard Inn and Newman’s Restaurant will host a Depot fundraiser dinner on April 25^th. The cost is $150 per person and only 60 tickets will be sold. Watch for details of this event coming in January.



We not only sell ice cream in the Sweet Shoppe, we also sell Carpenter Bee Traps, Christmas gifts, ornaments, books and children’s gifts. So, visit the Saluda Sweet Shoppe.

Where are your used books?? We are now accepting paperback fiction book donations and newer hardback books copyrighted in 2021 or later at the Saluda Historic Depot.

Looking Forward to the 2024 Saluda Train Tales

March 15- Depot kick-off

Clemson University History Professor, Dr. Roger Grant, will present “Railway Station Agents.”

April 19- Fireside Chat with three who were there.

May 16- Historian Tom Perry will discuss the “Dinky Railroad”, a narrow gauge railroad that ran from Mount Airy, NC to Kibler Valley, VA.

June 21- TBD

July 19- Professional Photographer, Jeffery Stoner will present “Photography and Trains”

August 16- Marion Mayor Steven Little will discuss “Convicts who built the Railway”

September 20-Ray Rapp will give the final report on WNC Passenger Trains in our area.

October- TBD

November- TBD

December- Saluda Hometown Christmas

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all the volunteers

at the Saluda Historic Depot and Museum!

Happy Holidays from the Historic Saluda Committee!

Featured Photograph – “Porch Sitting”

Join us on Facebook where we have a great time sharing and enjoying vintage Saluda photographs. As depicted in this photograph, porch sitting has always been a favorite pastime in Saluda. Nancy Margaret Gaines Hart (left), known as Maggie, originally from South Carolina, was the second wife of James Leander Hart, affectionally known as “Daddy Hart.” Married in 1911, the Harts had one child, Margaret Gaines Hart. Photo courtesy of Jim Boyle. Interesting note: The Historic Saluda Committee was given Maggie’s rocker and the table to the left as a donation. To share a photo, send to [email protected] or notify us on Facebook Messenger.

Mark Your Calendars Now for the 2024 Historic Saluda Home Tour!

It doesn’t happen every year, so you don’t want to miss this one! It will be here before you know it. Join us on Saturday, June 8, 2024, for a day of touring some of Saluda’s most historic homes. We have lots of surprises up our sleeves. Sponsorship opportunities coming very soon. Stay tuned!

Our YouTube is Trending

Please visit our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/@HistoricSaludaNC/videos to like, share and subscribe to our channel. Some of our videos have thousands of views. Most recently our on-site vlogs have become very popular. Check it out!

Our Next Meeting

Our next meeting is scheduled for Friday, December 8, 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 [email protected]. Check us out on Facebook. Follow our oral history project on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@HistoricSaludaNC.

The Saluda Senior Center

Christmas Dinner at the Senior Center

Join us for some Christmas Cheer on Dec. 25 for Christmas Dinner. Come alone or bring your family/friends. Serving at 1:00. Main dish will be provided, please bring a side dish or dessert. To volunteer to help with set-up and/or clean-up, please call Aurelia Mayer at 828 817-7436. Leave a message and she will return the call. Christmas dinner will be in lieu of regular potluck.

Coming This Month!

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 in November and December 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

2^nd & 4^th Saturday        

Winter Market              10am-1pm

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

Check out our Christmas Decoration corner!

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.



Holidays are Happy at River Dog Run!

  We can hear everyone now going “oh, no it is time to shop for Christmas!” But we put the fun back into the process…one of the great aspects of shopping local! With entertaining people and cool merchandise, we make spending time and money a pleasure again!

  If you need a hostess gift for a party, we have Christmas specific items...tea towels that say “Bee Merry” in red and green and Morris the Horse is all decked out for Christmas on a tea towel and a pillow. We have gorgeous Christmas cards too! A set of four would make a wonderful gift! We have “Grinch” soaps that are also excellent stocking stuffers for children or those acting like children.

For Christmas gifts, we have regular tea towels that make everyone smile and remind them of friends and family. “Girls Weekend: Because life is too short to remain dignified” is a new popular one as “In dog beers, I’ve only had one.” Come in and see what reminds you of whom!

  We have a wonderful selection of apron/rompers that are happy in the kitchen and out of it! These exquisitely made pieces go with sugar and flour or a turtleneck and leggings. Actually, they can do double duty as both!

  Useful pottery is always a welcome gift, and we have small to large pieces from our local potter at Muddy Lama. A garlic grater can be a stocking stuffer and the Brie Baker can attend a lot of parties. With recipes included these are mouthwatering gifts!

  Our pillows work indoors or out! One is “Mountains are the cathedral where I practice my religion” and of course there is the most popular one that declares “ I love you more today that yesterday. Yesterday, you really got on my nerves.” You will find a sentiment that fits friends and family.

  These are just a few of the items in River Dog Run. We have chairs, lamps, silver pieces, chests, and rugs. There are hand painted pillows that just cry out for a permanent place on a sofa or chair. We have a new vendor for candles with the same delicious flavors and new names and packaging.

  So come in and make shopping fun again as well as easy. We offer unique gifts without any holiday hassle!

River Dog Run is located at 46 E Main Street in Saluda and we are open

Mon-Sat 11AM to 5PM.

We are open on Sunday from noon to 4PM.

For questions, please call 828-551-1461.

We will also be open for the Christmas Stroll on December 8^th!

Happy Holidays!

Lisa, Merry, Jeanie, Mary Ann, and Catherine



Irmy’s

The Dressing Room, Etc.

A lady’s clothing and accessories boutique.

After almost 10 years of enjoying owning and operating THE DRESSING ROOM in Saluda, I have decided to Retire by the end of this year. 

It has been a pleasure to dress and accessorize Ladies from all over. 

I am discounting everything for the next two months just in time for Christmas. Take advantage of this close out Sale for your Christmas shopping. 

Again, it has been a great Blessing to be a part of this Community. 

Thanks again and Blessings to all from THE DRESSING ROOM!

Irmy and Coco 

The Dressing Room 

141 east main street 

Saluda, NC 28773

828-243-5007 



December - a month of coziness, community, and cheer! This holiday season join us at Wildflour for a piping hot cup of hot chocolate and one of our seasonal holiday pastries! Christmas order sheets are now available at the Bakery and on our website. We will be featuring assorted holiday cookies, Stollen, Christmas Quiche and Sticky Bun Rounds. Christmas order sheets are due by Sunday, December 17th at 2pm. 

  We are excited to announce that in January, the Community Supported Bakery (CSB) will return. The CSB is weekly family-style meals including a main dish, side dish, dessert and a pantry item! Sign-up sheets for the January CSB are available online and at Wildflour Bakery!

  To spend time with our loved ones over the holidays, Wildflour Bakery will be closed starting Sunday, December 24th and we will re-open Wednesday, January 3rd for normal business hours. Everyone here at Wildflour wishes you a very happy holiday season, and we thank you all for your patronage this year!

Sunday, December 3rd

Apple Pork Breakfast Tacos

Wildflour's beer braised shredded pork in a flour tortilla, topped with red cabbage apple slaw and a fried egg. Served with grits or hashbrowns. 

Gingerbread Pancakes

The flavors of the season are captured in our warm spiced gingerbread pancakes, served with cinnamon syrup and a swirl of whipped cream. Served with cheese grits or hashbrowns.

Sunday, December 10th

Christmas Lasagna

Our famous Vegetarian Lasagna is back for the holidays! Layers of spinach, cottage cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, and house-made marinara. Served with a side salad and Italian bread.

Tiramisu Waffle

A Fluffy chocolate chip waffle topped with a dollop of mascarpone cream and drizzled with coffee syrup. Served with a side of cheese grits or hashbrowns!

Sunday, December 18th

New Orleans Gumbo

Louisiana style gumbo full of andouille sausage, shredded chicken, onions, peppers and okra. Served with a flaky herb puff pasty and a garden salad with the dressing of your choice.

Eggnog French Toast

The incredible Eggnog French Toast has been soaked in rich, creamy eggnog, baked and then served with our cranberry syrup. A bit of whipped cream and a side of grits or hashbrowns and you have a plate of holiday cheer!



Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Saluda Outfitters on Dec. 31: Make your reservations now for our huge New Year’s Eve Bash. We’ll ring in 2024 in style with party favors, live music by two great bands, food, drinks and tons of fun. Doors will close to the public at 5 p.m. and reopen to ticket holders at 6:30 p.m. Music starts at 7 p.m. with Holden Pace’s opening act. Pace is a talented Saluda native and Hendersonville resident, guitarist, pianist and singer/songwriter who will perform until 8:30 p.m. to warm up the room during the dinner hour.

   Headlining the evening is Borderline Therapy of Landrum, S.C. The 5-member band will take over the stage at 9 p.m. and entertain until 12:30 a.m. Expect to hear an eclectic mix of rock and country from the 60s to the 2000s. We’ll celebrate at midnight with a champagne toast courtesy of our Saluda Outfitters/Green River Eddy’s Tap Room & Grill hosts. Tickets are $20 (with the option of ordering off a limited menu) or $40 to include a New Year’s Eve appetizer trio of beef tenderloin sliders with peppercorn steak sauce, mushroom butter and buttermilk fried shallots; smoked crab cakes with Cajun remoulade; and crispy layered potatoes with crème fraiche, crumbled bacon and chives. Call (828) 848-4060 between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. daily (except Tuesdays) to reserve your seats. For more information, email [email protected].

Christmas gift cards make the best gifts! Call or stop by the store to purchase a gift card for that hard-to-buy-for loved one or friend. Saluda Outfitters has a host of great gift ideas perfect for the holidays, birthdays or other gifting occasions. We offer unique gift items work for all ages, including children. Eddy’s Tap Room gift cards allow a recipient to enjoy great food and drink at a time convenient to them. The cards do not expire and can be purchased in any amount you wish. These make the perfect family gift as our restaurant and bar are very family friendly.

  Can’t get out to shop? We make it easy to buy. We can accept payment by phone and mail your gift card to the recipient.

Live Music Venue: Our indoor Sound Garden Stage provides a warm and cozy atmosphere for fall/winter live music. We continue to book the best musicians and bands in the area and are always happy to review new submissions. Any local talent wishing to be considered for our 2024 live music venue, should email Angela at [email protected]. Be sure to include contact information and links to your music as well as a sample set list. No need to call or stop by the store to be considered.

Sign up for our Newsletter: To stay informed all year long about sales, activities, events, menu updates and other special offers from Saluda Outfitters and Green River Eddy’s Tap Room & Grill, visit https://saludaoutfitters.com/ and sign up for our brief weekly updates.

  Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the owners and staff! We appreciate your patronage and hope to see you return to shop and dine with us in 2024!

From the Grill and Tap Room:

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, [email protected] 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.



The Orchard Inn & Newman's Restaurant & Spa

  As Fall begins to wane, the days get shorter, but the weather couldn't be nicer here in beautiful Saluda. Mild sunny days and cool crisp evenings with zero humidity. My invigorating morning walks with our Boxer girl are gorgeous with sunrises that fill the tree lined horizon with blazing color are simply wonderful. And the muted Fall colors continue to amaze. The holidays are right around the corner and there's no nicer place to get into the spirit of the season than at our 97-year-old warm and cozy Inn with its signature fireplace and eclectic furnishings.  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 winter plants, 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 - 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. 



Originally built in 1926 and called the Mountain Home of Southern Railway Clerks the Inn sits on 12 acres, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is a member of the distinguished Select Registry and Chaîne des Rôtisseurs. There are 8 rooms upstairs in the Inn, all with private baths and lovely mountain views, a suite downstairs, 5 private cottages with decks or screened in porches, deluxe soaking tubs for two, and gas fireplaces, plus 2 new mountain view luxury suites. All rooms are tastefully decorated with antiques and period pieces, and our linens are ultra luxurious. The gracious hosts, Marc & Marianne look forward to welcoming you to their little slice of heaven. We're proud to announce being awarded by Trip Advisor - 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 Certificate of Excellence, and by Open Table - No. 1 Restaurant in Western N.C. 

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

Crisp winds flow through trees, loosening the last leaves from their homes. Birds snuggle on their perches, singing songs which travel in the now clean mountainous terrain. Winter approaches in its quiet way, as nights lengthen and the air frosts. A balance to the vivid excitement of summer and bustle of fall. A calm space inviting us to linger, allowing us time to recenter. As the year draws to an end and the Holidays are in full swing, we invite you to take a moment to breathe, to meander, to still in moments of serenity. We welcome you to our hearth and hope to offer you the warmth of shared community, love of excellent company, and the comfort of the season’s flavors. Happy Holidays from our Family to yours.  

  Thank you for being part of our 25th Anniversary! It warmed our hearts to see and hear from all of you. As we look to the holidays, we are reminded of how much this community has brought us and how much we cherish all of you that make up our Purple Onion Family. Here's to many more years of culinary excellence and shared experiences.

Holiday Schedule

Hometown Christmas, Friday, December 8th

Come stroll through our town as shops and restaurants open to the community with holiday cheer.

Stroll from 6 pm - 8pm

Warm cider and cookies at The Purple Onion

Churros, Mexican hot chocolate, toasty fire, and outdoor holiday movie

Cowboy Judy Christmas Extravaganza, Sunday Concert, December 10th

Doors open at 5:30 pm, show starts at 7 pm

Christmas Eve ~ Closed

Christmas Day ~ Closed

Happy Holidays from our Family to yours!

Tuesday, December 27th, Open 11 am - 3 pm and 5 pm - 8 pm

Extra Holiday Hours. Open for lunch and dinner.

Wednesday, December 28th, Open 11 am - 3 pm and 5 pm - 8 pm

Extra Holiday Hours. Open for lunch and dinner.

NYE, Open 11 am - 3 pm and 5 pm - 8pm

Join us for lunch or dinner as we help you celebrate the end of 2023. Start your festive day with us before your final destination to reign in the new year. Reservations highly recommended.

January 1st - 11th, 2024 ~ Closed

Closed for some rest and repairs. See you Friday, January 12th, 2024 for lunch and dinner!

Holiday Gifts

Looking for something special, one-of-a-kind, local, made-from scratch, small business supporting gift? We’ve got you covered! Come see what great goodies we’ve got available for the Holiday Season. Home-made ornaments, magnets, cookies, coffee mugs, locally roasted coffee, wine, desserts, t-shirts, and more. Not sure what to give? Give the gift of an amazing experience and snag a gift card! See us at the restaurant or order online via https://order.toasttab.com/online/the-purple-onion.

Mewdlic’s

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.

 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 [email protected]



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"Everything I know, I learned from dogs." –Nora Roberts

My Wonderful Dogs!

My companions on this glorious journey.

Kaya (on the right) was adopted from Foothills in August 2019, she just turned six years old. My heart.

Please consider rescuing or adopting, if you decide to bring an animal into your family.

Foothills Humane Society

LO (on the left) was dumped here in Saluda in 2020 and found her way to us. She is our unstoppable tank, running full speed into every blessed day. She turned 4 years old on November 1st!

We have so much to learn from these amazing animals. And, all the other amazing animals.

There is a great group of dogs and companions who meet on Sunday mornings at 10:00am, at the Saluda Dog Park. Come join the pups and some people too.

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