Young-Nobles Takes on Toddler Rave at Lackawanna Station in Montclair, NJ!

Byron Green
Jun 23
2 min read

Picture this:

Toddlers bouncing to kid-friendly beats, parents laughing along, and in the middle of it all, young minds discovering the magic of invention! That's exactly what happened when Young-Nobles joined the Toddler Rave at Montclair's newly opened Lackawanna Station.

The Scene

The historic Lackawanna Station has been transformed into a vibrant community hub, and what better way to celebrate than with a party designed just for our littlest community members? As we arrived to set up our Young-Nobles booth, the energy was already electric. Colorful lights bounced off the station's classic architecture, creating a magical atmosphere where old and new meet. Families began streaming in – strollers in tow, toddlers wide-eyed with excitement, and parents armed with snacks and that slightly frazzled but hopeful look that comes with taking small children to public events.

The DJ started spinning kid-friendly beats, and suddenly the space came alive. Toddlers who moments before were clinging to their parents' legs were now bouncing, spinning, and attempting dance moves that defied both gravity and logic. Parents found themselves laughing and joining in, some relieved to be in a space where their child's enthusiastic shrieking was not only acceptable but encouraged.

The beauty of Montclair's community spirit was on full display – neighbors greeting each other, older siblings patiently dancing with their toddler counterparts, and that wonderful chaos that happens when you give dozens of small children permission to be as loud and energetic as they want. We set up our booth knowing we were about to witness something special – the perfect blend of fun and learning, where curious minds already primed for exploration would discover that invention and play go hand in hand.

Toddler Rave + Young-Nobles = Magic

While the kids danced and played, parents discovered how learning doesn't have to stop when the music starts. Our inventor kits caught the attention of curious little hands, which were already in "exploration mode" due to the sensory fun around them.

The Real Stars

4-year-olds examining our Light Bulb Kit with the same intensity they brought to the dance floor
Parents realize that STEM learning can happen anywhere – even at a rave!
Siblings working together to understand how inventors like Valerie Thomas changed the world

Community Connection

Events like Toddler Rave remind us why we started Young-Nobles. It's not just about selling educational kits – it's about being part of a community that values both fun AND learning. Montclair's families showed us that when you combine play with purpose, magic happens.

The Takeaway

Whether your little one is dancing at a rave or tinkering with an invention kit at home, they're doing the same thing: exploring their world with curiosity and joy. That's the spirit we want to nurture in every young inventor.