Current Events and Updates
HURRICANE HELENE RELIEF EVENTS AT NORA
An open letter to our community from Colleen and Matt - owners of NoRa, Dog-Eared Books and Wanderlust Books
NoRa Community
When we created NoRa, Community was the primary thing we wanted to foster and support. At NoRa, we believe Community includes all and has no boundaries. The devastation that Hurricane Helene caused has impacted our Community both directly and indirectly. NoRa is partnering with our sister companies - Dog-Eared Books and Wanderlust - and putting together a fund to support those impacted by Helene - especially our fellow North Carolinians in the western part of the state. We are sharing some of the ways we are raising money below and encourage all of you to join us in any way you want.
- NoRa will donate 10% of all drink sales at NoRa through October 14th.
- Dog-Eared Books and Wanderlust will donate 10% of their sales through October 14th.
- NoRa’s team has created a new drink called the “Blue Ridge Relief” where all profits from that drink will go to the fund. The Blue Ridge Relief is a latte (or steamer) made with pumpkin sauce, toasted marshmallow syrup and cinnamon powder
- NoRa - in partnership with Dog-Eared Books and Wanderlust - will be offering books in exchange for any donations you make directly to the fund. For a limited time, we have stocked the shelves at NoRa with a variety of used books. Like our Community, these books are of all types, conditions and interests. For a donation of any amount, you can take whatever books you’d like. We suggest a minimum of $1 per book but you can donate whatever you want. We will restock the shelves throughout the week and continue this during our fundraising time. [Please see section below for more information]
- In conjunction with Wine and Design Raleigh - NoRa will hold a special event on Sunday October 20th. We will host two Wine and Design sessions - one at 4 pm and one at 7 pm. During each session, two artists from Wine and Design will guide you through creating your very own version of the “Blue Ridge Parkway” painting. Each session lasts approximately two hours and all supplies will be included in the ticket price. There will be limited seating for each session. Tickets must be purchased in advanced either from NoRa’s online ordering site or at NoRa. Different packages for each session is available. At least 30% of every ticket will be donated to the relief fund. In addition, 50% of all drink sales during the event will be donated to the relief fund. Please see section below for more information.
All funds raises from the activities above will be donated to the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina which is coordinating relief efforts to support the victims of Hurricane Helene. To see more, visit their website at https://foodbankcenc.org/.
In addition to our efforts, we are happy to share that our local artist on display at NoRa, Shawn Fischer, will be donating a portion of sales of his art to organizations he's identified to help the victims of Hurricane Helene.
Wine and Design Raleigh Fundraiser for Hurricane Helene Victims
Wine and Design painting sessions
On October 20th, NoRa and Wine and Design Raleigh will be hosting two painting sessions.
Each session will provide all of the supplies needed as two artists from Wine and Design will guide you through creating your own version of the Blue Ridge Parkway painting shown here.
There will be limited seating for each session. Tickets must be purchased either through NoRa's online order site or at NoRa.
The first session is at 4 pm and will last two hours.
The second session will start at 7 pm and last two hours.
Participants may purchase tickets for just the painting event or can buy a package that includes either non-alcoholic drinks or beer and wine.
At least 30% of ticket sales and 50% of any drink sales during the event will be donated to the relief fund.
For those interested, paintings created during the event will be displayed at NoRa after the event. NoRa will host a competition based on customer input with the winner receiving a $50 gift card to NoRa.
Blue Ridge Relief (Latte and Steamer)
The team at NoRa created a new drink to support those impacted by Hurricane Helene. It is called the Blue Ridge Relief and is made with pumpkin sauce, toasted marshmallow syrup and cinnamon powder.
It is both refreshing and restorative as ALL PROCEEDS from the drink will be donated to NoRa's hurricane relief funds. All funds raised will be donated to the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina in their efforts to support the hurricane victims in the western part of North Carolina.
Read and Relief
Make a donation to NoRa's Hurricane Helene Relief Fund
and get some books
NoRa Cafe, Dog-Eared Books and Wanderlust Books are providing you with an opportunity to get rewarded for making any donation to our Hurricane Helene relief fund. Simply make a donation in any amount (we suggest at least $1 per book) and you can take any of the books NoRa has on display on the blue bookshelves inside NoRa.
[Sorry - this doesn't apply to books at Wanderlust or Dog-Eared Books - just at NoRa]
We will be restocking with a wide variety of used books in a wide variety of conditions throughout this fundraising event.
Any donation is welcome and all proceeds will be added to NoRa's hurricane relief fund. All funds raised will be donated to the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina in their support of Hurricane Helene victims in the western part of North Carolina.
CONGRATULATIONS
Queen Bee Stained Glass Raffle
Congratulations to Jesse M - winner of the Queen Bee Raffle
NoRa raised over $500 from the raffle which will be donated to support research in the fight against ALS
UMBRELLA DRY BAR at NoRa - Every Thursday
Starting Thursday August 15th
Every Thursday, Umbrella Dry Bar at NoRa from 5 to 9 pm
NoRa is pleased to announce a partnership with Umbrella Dry Bar. Join us every Thursday at NoRa for a unique non-alcoholic cocktail experience! Enjoy expertly crafted drinks and learn about the world of alcohol-free spirits. Stay tuned for special featured products and educational presentations on select Thursdays.
Perfect for: Cocktail enthusiasts, curious palates, those seeking alcohol-free alternatives, and wellness-minded individuals.
NOTE: NoRa will stay open until 9 pm on Thursdays.
