From Elizabeth Hudson: Swing Shift

Our editor in chief reminisces on July days spent at her grandparents’ bungalow and the wide, deep porch that offered a cool escape to settle in and absorb the sensations of summertime.
Supper Club

Picnic in the Park

Settle beneath the trees with a sandwich, salad, and friends to enjoy one of summer’s most delightful pastimes.

Wish We Were Here

When two childhood friends travel to High Hampton Resort for a weekend of relaxation and memory-making, they revive their happy camper spirit amid grown-up luxury.
Boat on Lake Norman at sunset

Lake Life

With more than 500 miles of shoreline, Lake Norman is the largest man-made lake in North Carolina, providing ample opportunities for recreation and relaxation.

The Joys of West Jefferson

In this artsy Ashe County town, discover dozens of colorful murals and local galleries, try famous “squeaky cheese,” float down the New River, and more.