Current Events and Updates
Due to mechanical issues with both our primary and backup espresso machines, NoRa will delay opening on Sunday August 9th until 9 am.
We have been unable to address the problems ourselves and are currently waiting to get service people out to work on the machines.
We are delaying opening on Sunday in the hopes that we will be able to get somebody out early Sunday to work on it.
If we're not able to resolve the issue with either machine Sunday morning, we will close NoRa Sunday until we can get a service team out on Monday.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
We will update the website and social media with any updates.
August News and Events
New Hours of Operation
Starting August 1, 2026, NoRa will be closing at 5 pm daily. Our hours will now be from 7 am to 5 pm every day.
This decision, while difficult, is based on several years' worth of financial analysis as well as an understanding of a demonstrated need within our community. To understand the rationale behind this change, visit the Next Phase page.
As you will see from the information on the Next Phase page, we are evaluating a potential new evening-focused opportunity and would welcome your comments, ideas and suggestions. Please send any suggestions to NextPhase@noracafenc.com.
Thanks to all who participated in the Community Art Charity Auction
Thanks to the generosity of our community, the art auction sold quite a few pieces and was able to raise another $541.24 for the Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC.
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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.
