Nicole Giordano-Velez’s journey to founding Advanced Esthetics by SkinProNicole began years before opening her doors. As a licensed esthetician and former laser technician at Nyack’s Lazur La Vie, Nicole spent over a decade mastering advanced skincare treatments. Her experience with Procell Therapies and Circadia Skincare fueled her passion for helping clients transform their … [Read more...] about Advanced Esthetics by SkinProNicole: A Skincare Sanctuary in Nyack
Nyack
Nyack /ˈnaɪ.æk/ (
listen) is a village located primarily in the town of Orangetown in Rockland County, New York, United States. Incorporated in 1872, it retains a very small western section in Clarkstown. It is an outer suburb of New York City lying approximately 19 miles (31 km) north of the Manhattan boundary near the west bank of the Hudson River, situated north of South Nyack, east of Central Nyack, south of Upper Nyack, and southeast of Valley Cottage.
The Grow Room: Cultivating Plants and Passion in Nyack
For owner Lindsey Arnell, The Grow Room (TGR) isn’t just a business – it’s a family tradition rooted in passion. Opened in 1996 by her father, Steve, this unique shop has been serving Nyack’s gardening enthusiasts for nearly three decades. Lindsey worked alongside her father throughout the years and eventually took over in 2007. “I learned so much from him,” she shares, “and … [Read more...] about The Grow Room: Cultivating Plants and Passion in Nyack
Village Pizza Loves Its Village
For Village Pizza owner Tony Pali, his shop is more than just a pizza joint—it’s the culmination of a lifelong passion for pizza, steeped in rich family tradition and guided by a desire for excellence. Tony’s journey to Village Pizza began in the Bronx, where the he was raised in a family deeply rooted in the pizzeria business. His father, Tony Sr., operated pizza restaurants … [Read more...] about Village Pizza Loves Its Village
Lemmonade Shop is Sweet on Helping Women Find Secondhand Fashion Treasures
Photo Credit: Laura Graham/Lemmonade Shop Clothing and closets have always played a significant role in Lemmonade Shop owner Laura Graham’s life. Growing up in Nyack as the child of a single mom, Laura became an avid secondhand shopper out of necessity. Her early experiences taught her the value of quality, affordable fashion. Laura went on to spend years helping friends find … [Read more...] about Lemmonade Shop is Sweet on Helping Women Find Secondhand Fashion Treasures
Glitter Thicket Shines Light on Vegan Delicacies & Local Makers
Glitter Thicket Owner Larisa Schuckle Glitter Thicket owner and Nyack native Larisa Schuckle is really living her truth. Before starting her business, she earned a degree in Animal Studies, worked at several farm sanctuaries, and was a humane educator – traveling to schools to teach students about the impact of food choices on individual health, animals, and the environment. … [Read more...] about Glitter Thicket Shines Light on Vegan Delicacies & Local Makers