Events
SOMA Storytellers: Ken Gagne
Sun. 3/1/26
11:30am
Ken Gagne is a novelist, memoirist, and children's book author from Maplewood. His latest release, Pranks a Million!, is a fun-filled story about trickery, peer pressure, and following your heart.
Perfect for kids ages 6-10.
Find more of Ken's work at www.kengagnebooks.com
SOMA Storytellers: Ran Wei
Sun. 3/8/26
11:30am
Join Ran Wei Baker, Chinese American children’s book author based in Maplewood, NJ read from her Boba Bear Bilingual board book series. Inspired by her daughter Lily and her own mixed-heritage family, Ran set out to create joyful, relatable bilingual books that help multicultural children see their language and culture proudly reflected on the page.
Find more of Ran's work at bobabearbilingual.com
Denim Decorating Workshop
Sat. 3/14/26
11:30am
Join The Art Boutique & Cute as New for a denim decorating workshop! Bring your own denim or purchase from Cute as New and decorate with The Art Boutique!
For ages 3-8 with a caregiver.
RSVP to hi@cuteasnew.com
SOMA Storytellers: Kerry Allan + Coluna Coffee & Cookies Pop-Up
Sun. 3/22/26
11:30am
Stretch, stomp, and leap through a whimsical dance adventure! Kerry Allan's interactive book encourages kids to explore movement, imagination, and creativity, with colorful illustrations, playful verse, and a fun activity guide to keep the whole family moving together.
Best for ages 2-6
Find more of Kerry's work at https://kerryallanarts.com/
**Enjoy samples from Coluna Coffee & Cookies during storytime!**
New Vendor Info Session
Weds. 3/25/26
6pm
Interested in learning more about The Co-Lab? Join us for a New Vendor Info Session on Wednesday, 3/25 at 6PM. We’ll share a bit about who we are, how things work, and what it’s like to be part of our community. Come listen, ask questions, and explore what’s possible.
Email info@colabsouthorange.com to RSVP!
Build-a-Basket
Thurs. 3/26/26
11a-6pm
Pop in on Thurs. 3/26 to shop for basket goodies and assemble a personalized Easter basket for your kids!
Bring a friend during lunch & beat the rush.
We’ll have everything you need to make the basket, it’s up to you to fill it!