Discover Your Dream Job! 

Explore More is a place filled with playful possibilities! Where else can you experience so many different career paths in one location? Join us for an exciting new program series designed to highlight our exhibits and introduce you to area professionals with related careers! No advance reservation is required and this program is free with your membership or paid admission.

Saturday, JANUARY 25
HEALTH HELPERS EVENT RECAP

We had such a great morning with our amazing health helpers! Check out some of the pictures below. Special thanks to our special guests: Dr. Jerome Hotchkiss, MD - Family Medicine; Dr. Kenlyn Miller, MD - Ophthalmology; Dr. Carolyn Miller, MD - Dermatology; Dr. Evan Garrison, DDS - Dentistry; Dr. Molly Galgano, MD - Pathology; Amy Homan Depoy, OT/L - Occupational Therapy; Lizzy Healy, Dietetics; Lily Argenbright and Ella Smith, JMU Nursing Students

Saturday, February 22 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
ANIMAL Adventures

Join us for an exciting morning with professionals who dedicate their lives to caring for and working with animals! Meet a veterinarian, dog trainer, SPCA specialist and other animal experts to learn about their roles and the animals they help. This engaging program offers kids the chance to ask questions, hear inspiring stories, and discover the many ways people support animals in our community.

SPECIAL GUESTS:
Dr. Maureen Ward, DVM - Veterinarian | Harrisonburg Animal Hospital
Caroline Clem, Fisheries Biologist Technician | Department of Wildlife Resources
Victoria Major, Horse Trainer | VM Equestrian
Huck Nawaz, Exec. Director and Aaron Cleveland, Director of Engagement | Harrisonburg-Rockingham SPCA
Amanda Atwell, Owner | Aristocat Cafe

Saturday, March 29| 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Design & Build

Join us for this unique opportunity to meet the skilled professionals who bring buildings and environments to life! This program will introduce families to a variety of roles, including HVAC technicians, roofers, plumbers, architects, and contractors. They'll get an inside look at the tools, techniques, and teamwork that go into creating the spaces we use every day.

There will be opportunities to ask questions, explore what these professions are all about, and learn how these experts work together to construct homes, schools, and more. This program will inspire young minds to see the endless possibilities in the world of building and creating by design.

Saturday, APRIL 26 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Make it Move

Join us for Make it Move, a morning where children and families can discover the world of transportation through the eyes of professionals who dedicate their lives to moving people and goods. Meet a pilot, an auto mechanic, a train expert, and a mail person. Interact with these professionals, ask questions, and gain firsthand insights into their work.

Try hands-on activities and learn the critical role transportation plays in connecting communities, economies, and people across the world. This program is sure to spark curiosity and inspire future innovators who like to be on the move!