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Barnes & Noble Tanforan Closes After 20 Years

3/3/2026

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  • The Barnes & Noble Booksellers store at the Shops at Tanforan will close on May 2 after over two decades.
  • The closure follows the lease expiration and reflects challenges facing brick-and-mortar retailers amid online shopping.
  • Local shoppers expressed sadness on social media, and two other Barnes & Noble locations remain nearby.
  • The Tanforan property will be redeveloped as a mixed-use site with offices and homes, with construction starting in 2027.