Melissa Brown and husband Nick's goal is to make Nourished, a safe place to gather and spend time with other community members. Within a few short months of the late November opening, a knitting group, a Bible study, a Girl Scout troop and others have held meetings in the cafe. The couple hosts a bi-monthly children's story and craft time and weekly open mic nights and invite other groups to schedule activities at their business. Photo by Beverly Kehe-Rowland

This delicious Turkey Cranberry Panini is one of the offerings at Nourished. Submitted photo

A sign hanging in Nourished gives a definition of the cafe's purpose. Photo by Beverly Kehe-Rowland