We love supporting neighborhood businesses and getting to know the awesome people behind them. Here are some local treasures from around our Nest Realty locations. Be sure to check with your local faves to see how you can support them safely! #NESTLOCALLOVE
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ANIMAL HOPE ALLIANCE |
BLACKSBURG, VAWith the mission to care for vulnerable pets in Montgomery County, Animal HOPE Alliance works with the local community to rescue animals who need a second chance. This nonprofit organization shelters mostly cats, who are all tested, vaccinated, and either spayed or neutered before going up for adoption. Visit their website or see cute kitties in person at several local pet stores to fall in love with a new companion and save a life!
animal-hope-alliance.comMore local businesses we love in the New River Valley:
Woolly Jumper Yarns
woollyjumperyarns.comRoute 8 Donuts
facebook.com/route8donutsDraper Blooms Tea Garden and Sipping Apothecary
draperteagarden.com
Buzzworthy Books
EDITIONS COFFEE SHOP & BOOKSTORE |
KANNAPOLIS, NCDrinking coffee and reading books—two of our favorite pastimes! At Editions Coffee Shop & Bookstore, the two come together seamlessly for one downright exquisite experience. By sourcing only the ripest coffee beans and giving gently used books a second life, Editions is doing its part to make historic Downtown Kannapolis a wonderful place to visit or live. Don’t miss out on their many events like book signings, trivia, food trucks, and knitting groups!
editionsbookstore.comMore local businesses we love in Lake Norman:
Sycamore Brewing
sycamorebrew.comPuppy Luv Dog Grooming
puppyluvlkn.comLakeside Custom Tee’s & Embroidery
lkscustomtees.com
Ethical Eats
LOCAL ROOTS |
ROANOKE, VARoots takes the concept of slow food seriously, bringing the bounty of Southwest Virginia’s farms right to your table. With a focus on both agricultural sustainability and uncompromised flavor, the restaurant specializes in locally sourced meats, produce, and even wine. With every bite—from your first spoonful of butternut squash soup to the last crumb of carrot cake—you’re supporting farmers and the entire community. This is not fast food; it’s a meal with a mission!
localrootsrestaurant.comMore local businesses we love in Roanoke:
Taubman Museum of Art
taubmanmuseum.orgQueens Vegan Cafe
gottrust.org/queensvegancafeTree Fairfax
treefairfax.com
Did we miss any of your favorites?! We’d love to hear about them in the comments!
We shared this Local Love article with you in the spring/summer 2021 issue of
NEST Magazine. To view the full issue, click here.Written by Jasmine Bible on August 26, 2021 Posted in Asheville, Charlottesville, Fredericksburg, Global Content, Greater Louisville and Southern Indiana, Greensboro, Greenville, Jackson, Lake Norman, Morganton, NEST Magazine, New River Valley, Raleigh-Durham, Richmond, Roanoke, Shenandoah Valley, Wilmington Tags: buy local, eat local, local businesses, local love, shop local, support local, theres no place like home, theres no place like nest Comments closed
