Current Events and Updates
Win a $400 Gift Card to NoRa and Dog-Eared Books
Raise money for the Campbell and Dodson Family Fund Endowment at NC State.
Wednesday March 25th is Day of Giving for the fund. Please visit here if you want to donate directly.
Tickets are $10 each or $25 for three.
Buy raffle tickets by clicking on this link
All money raised will be donated to the Campbell and Dodson Family Fund Endowment.
Almost two years ago, we lost three people very special to Colleen and Matt when they died when a car ran a red light in Garner and crashed into their car on their way home from visiting friends. Friends of Susan and Tyler who worked with them at NC State have set up an endowment in their name. Each year, a person who embodies the wonderful qualities of Susan, Tyler and Miles receives the Campbell and Dodson Family Award. Last year, the recipient of the inaugural award was Emily Woods. You can read her story here.
NoRa tries to donate to as many charities and organizations that we can and we're happy to give because we can.
This is different. This is personal. These are people who lived in our house, came for holidays, celebrated special times and changed our lives in many ways. Colleen and Matt are asking our wonderful community to help fund a way of keeping our friends' memories alive in an enduring way. While we will contribute as well, we are asking for your support to give to this endowment so that it can become self-sustaining and become an eternal reminder of those who will never be forgotten.
If you want to read more or donate directly to the endowment, please click on this link.
We sincerely thank you all.
Colleen, Matt and our entire family.
Bingo for a Cause
Sunday March 29th
Family games starting at 4 pm
General bingo starting at 6 pm
Each session will have 10 games with various prizes. Bingo cards are only valid for the session purchased.
$5 for initial bingo card good for all games of that session.
$10 for additional 3-game packs for that session.
All money raised will be donated to the Cambell and Dodson Family Fund (see information above).
Seating is on a first come, first served basis. Space is limited.
March News and Events
CALLING ALL ARTISTS
Two opportunities for all current or aspiring artists.
COMMUNITY ART WALL
If you're interested in having one of your works on display during our anniversary month in May, please visit the Community Art Wall page for details and to submit your information.
Artist Exhibition
Are you interested in potentially having your work on display at NoRa? If so, you can fill out the Artist Interest form at this link. We have limited space and opportunity but will follow-up with you about potential dates. If you have additional questions, please e-mail art@noracafenc.com and we will respond to your questions there.
Monday Meet-Ups
NoRa is donating the use of The Library each Monday from 5:30 to 7:30 pm for community use.
What does that mean?
Any individual, community or not-for-profit group may request to reserve The Library on an available Monday from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm.
What's the cost?
There is no cost to reserve the space. Currently there is no refundable deposit request either. However, if conditions dictate, NoRa reserves the right to have a refundable deposit for approved requests in the future.
Can I reserve it on a recurring basis?
No. To allow as many members of our community to have access to the space, we don't allow a recurring reservation. There are additional limits that NoRa sets for those seeking to reserve. See Terms and Conditions section below.
Can I bring outside food or drink to the meet-up?
No. The Library is part of NoRa Cafe. NoRa does not allow any outside food or drink unless part of a paid rental event at NoRa.
How do I request to reserve a Monday Meet-up?
You may click on the following Calendly link to see what Mondays are available for reserving. You must request a Monday Meet-up slot using this link. Filling out the request DOES NOT guarantee the reservation. All requests are reviewed and then approved. You will receive a separate "CONFIRMED" e-mail once your reservation has been approved. Every request must have all questions completed before submitting your request. Anyone not abiding by the terms and conditions will not be allowed to reserve space at NoRa in the future.
https://calendly.com/noracafenc-info/mondaymeetup
Are there any restrictions or limitations (i.e. Terms and Conditions)?
Yes. Below are the terms and conditions you must agree to before requesting and using The Library for a Monday Meet-up. These will be updated as necessary.
- Requests may only be for not-for-profit activities and meetings. No fee may be charged to people coming to The Library for the requested activity.
- Monday Meet-ups may not be used for parties or events such as birthdays, showers, etc. NoRa does provide opportunities to rent The Library for private events.
- No recurring requests allowed
- Individual or group is not allowed to have more than one active reservation request at any one time. In other words, if you want to request a second reservation, you must wait until after your first reservation request has completed.
- No outside food or drink allowed
- The Library must be returned to the original state
- Person who made the reservation is responsible for paying for any damage or anything that needs to be repaired or replaced when using the space.
- Events must end at or before 7:30 pm with the space cleaned up and vacated by 7:45 pm at the latest.
Loyalty Program Update
Effective immediately, we have made some improvements to our loyalty program.
- Spend points to reduce your bill for any item at NoRa or Dog-Eared Books
- Spend 10 points and get $1 off
- You may spend in increments of 10 points as much as you want to reduce your overall bill.
- Points are accrued and can be redeemed at both NoRa and Dog-Eared Books.
- Points can be used on any item sold at NoRa or Dog-Eared
NOTE: We will be phasing out in March the old rewards requiring a threshold of points and only available on specific items.
NoRa is reintroducing our evening event-focused initiative to give you another reason to get out of your house and visit NoRa's Community House.
Tuesdays are Mahjong Night
5 pm to 7:30 pm in The Library at NoRa
[a Community House initiative]
We are opening up The Library every Tuesday evening to anybody looking for a place to play mahjong. While we aren't hosting the games ourselves, we hope you will take advantage to bring your group to play or perhaps meet others and join their group.
NOTE: This event will be cancelled when The Library is reserved for a private event
Silent Book Club
First and third Thursdays each month
6 - 7:30 pm in The Library at NoRa
[part of NoRa's Community House initiative]
Join us on the first and third Thursdays each month in The Library at NoRa for Silent Book Club. A time for people to gather together but read separately in a warm, friendly and quiet space.
Please plan to arrive between 6 and 6:30 pm to settle in. We will be closing the doors at 6:30 to ensure as quiet a space as possible between 6:30 and 7:30.
Silent Writers Club
Second and fourth Thursdays of each month
5 pm to 8 pm in The Library
[Part of NoRa's Community House Initiative]
Whether a fledgling, struggling or established writer, NoRa invites you to come and find your creative spot in our Library every second and fourth Thursday of the month.
For those of us who need a dedicated time and place, NoRa will supply a quiet, comfortable spot and you bring the writing materials and your passion. This is not a writers' workshop although if enough interest, we can look at forming a periodic meeting time to help each other and share ideas.
No cost for this. Just show up and write.
New NoRa Swag
T-shirts, Sweat Shirts, Hoodies and Onesies
Glass Mugs, Coasters, Keychains, etc.
Limited stock available now
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New Library Hours
Starting September 25th, The Library will be open to the public from 7 am to 5 pm every day.
The Library will close its doors at 5 pm each night to allow us to host a variety of activities and events in that space.
For those interested in renting The Library, we will be posting on the website information about the process and costs for renting out The Library both in the evenings and during the day.
