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Community Events Calendar

McGuire Nuclear Station and the EnergyExplorium host many events throughout the year. We have something for everyone: Movies@McGuire, Charlotte Symphony concerts, scouting days, hunting and fishing days, homeschooler days, a fall festival, art shows, realtor seminars and many other fun events. All of our events are FREE!

Additional information on upcoming events will be posted below so check periodically to see what’s coming up at McGuire and the EnergyExplorium. For more information about our events, please call 980-875-5600.

National Nuclear Science Week Homeschoolers Day
Friday, Oct. 25
9:30 a.m. to noon


As part of its participation in National Nuclear Science Week, the EnergyExplorium is partnering with members of McGuire Nuclear Station's Young Generation in Nuclear (YGN) to help education homeschoolers about nuclear power. YGN is an international organization made of up bright, young professionals who focus on the next generation by educating and raising awareness about the nuclear industry. As a way of promoting National Nuclear Science Week to children, YGN uses "Roddy Nuclear" as its mascot (see picture above).  

The day will begin with a nuclear 101 presentation led by members of YGN. Be on the lookout for "Roddy Nuclear" during the presentation! We hope there are some budding artists in the room because once the presentation ends, students will be asked to participate in the 15th annual "Roddy Nuclear" drawing contest. We'll provide you with all you need to come up with the best drawing!

We'll also show a video on nuclear power and give each family a packet full of information so they can continue learning at home.

Because of the nature of the topic, this event is open to middle school students only. Registration is required and will only be open to the first 125 students.

Call the EnergyExplorium, 980-875-5600, to register today!

Explore the Outdoors @ the EnergyExplorium
Saturday, October 26
Noon to 4 p.m.

Join us to learn more about outdoor sports, the environment, conservation and more! Here's just a glimpse of what the day will entail:

  • Attempt to climb the 25 ft. wall and learn more about rock climbing.
  • Enjoy fishing on the lake and learn about various casting techniques. Don't forget to bring your pole or you can borrow one of ours!
  • Try your hand at disc golf.
  • Go on a guided nature trail walk.
  • View live worm bins and don’t miss the live animal races!
  • Learn more about soil and bugs and how it helps to grow produce.
  • Learn how to operate a GPS unit and go geocaching with the Boy Scouts!

The event is free. Lunch will be available for purchase.

    Call the EnergyExplorium for more information, 980-875-5600.