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Barnes & Noble in Nanuet Closes After 33 Years, Ending a Chapter for Rockland County Readers

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NANUET, NY — The longtime Barnes & Noble bookstore in Nanuet has officially closed after 33 years in operation, marking the end of an era for local book lovers.

The store’s final day of business was January 18, 2026, concluding more than three decades as a cornerstone of the Rockland County retail and literary community.

For generations of residents, the Nanuet Barnes & Noble served as more than just a bookstore. It was a gathering place for students, families, educators, and readers of all ages — a destination for discovering new books, attending author events, studying, and spending quiet afternoons browsing the shelves.

The closure reflects broader changes in the book retail industry, as consumer habits increasingly shift toward online shopping and digital reading platforms. Still, the loss of the physical store has been met with disappointment and nostalgia from longtime customers who grew up visiting the location.

As the doors close for good, the Nanuet Barnes & Noble leaves behind a legacy of fostering a love of reading and serving as a community hub for Rockland County for more than three decades.

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La Casa Di Dolce Owner Brings Viral Seven-Layer Pignoli Cookie Exclusively to Rockland County

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For La Casa Di Dolce owner Jaclyn Ryan-Henry, baking is more than a business—it is a way of preserving family traditions and sharing her Italian heritage with the Rockland County community.

Drawing inspiration from her upbringing in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, Ryan-Henry has built a loyal following through authentic Italian baked goods crafted from recipes passed down through generations, including treasured family recipes from her Nonna.

Operating from her home bakery, La Casa Di Dolce offers a wide variety of traditional Italian specialties, including Cuccidati (Italian fig cookies), biscotti di casa, crostata, struffoli, bow tie cookies, seven-layer cookies, and seven-layer cakes. Customers can also choose from an assortment of modern dessert favorites, including cupcakes, cake pops, crumb cakes, sugar cookies, cake jars, and custom-designed layer cakes.

In addition to individual orders, Ryan-Henry provides catering services, party trays, and mobile dessert bars complete with dessert table setup and décor for weddings, birthdays, showers, and other special events.

One of the bakery’s most sought-after creations is its signature viral seven-layer pignoli cookie, a unique dessert that combines the flavors of traditional seven-layer cookies and pignoli cookies into one indulgent treat. The oversized cookie features a jam-filled center, almond-rich dough, pine nuts, and a chocolate-dipped finish.

Ryan-Henry is believed to be the first baker in the Tappan area to offer the seven-layer pignoli cookie as a permanent menu item, helping the specialty dessert gain popularity among local customers and Italian pastry enthusiasts.

Due to high demand, customers are encouraged to place orders in advance, particularly for specialty and signature items.

By blending old-world recipes with modern entrepreneurship, Ryan-Henry continues to provide authentic Italian baked goods while creating a gathering place for celebrations, family traditions, and community connections throughout Rockland County.

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Tel: 718.207.9180

Text: 718.207.9180

Email:Lacasadidolce19@gmail.com

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Create the Perfect Mother’s Day Garden Gift with Hanging Baskets & Garden Inspiration

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As spring gardens begin to bloom, Down to Earth Living is offering expert advice to help homeowners keep hanging flower baskets healthy and vibrant throughout the season.

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