About EXPLORE!

EXPLORE! is a family activity center focused on science and imagination. We offer a wholesome alternative to video and arcade amusements for families with crawlers to pre-teens. A huge 4-story climbing loft is the center-piece and has a ball-pit and 19-foot high corkscrew slide. Families can work together to build their own ball roller coaster or lock boats down the canal in our 16 foot long water table. They can also sail the seas on our pirate ship or defend the castle as knights or princesses. Or, they can take care of the animals in our veterinary hospital or cook up some healthy food in our restaurant. Everyone can also learn about turtles, crabs, sea stars and other creatures that live in our Nature Center. We offer birthday parties, preschool Stories & Crafts and other special events.

How Explore! got started:
The idea for Explore! came from being a stay-at-home mom when we first moved here in the summer of 2004 I felt there were not enough indoor activities for my pre-school child and second grader. After talking with other moms about this need in our community, the idea began to take shape. My husband and children were my advisors, and God provided the inspiration. Now that we've been open for 2 1/2 years, I'm really enjoying myself. This is a fun, feel-good business. Nothing is better than having moms and dads thank you for being there. In addition, we have members who come regularly so that we get to know them and their children - you can't beat getting a running hug from little ones who are thrilled about being in your place of business. Every day, we get "Christmas morning" wide-eyed excited looks from the children who arrive for the first time! I also love being able to have my children here with me after school!

Something for everyone - even the adults!
We have a unique feature - our adult reading lounge - a large, sound-proofed room with lots of interior windows so parents can sit in a quiet, comfortable area and still watch their children. We always have complimentary coffee and tea on hand as well as some other goodies. Three licensed/certified practitioners offer spa services both here and in our treatment room - massage, manicures, pedicures, facials, waxing and Reiki. There's WiFi available for laptop work as well as current periodicals and a lending library.

What the community should know about Explore!
EXPLORE! is a clean, wholesome place for families to gather - for parties, for playgroups, for school field trips, for scouting events - - or just to get out of the house and blow off some steam. We will have fulfilled our purpose if children are able to play well with others, stretch their imaginations and get some exercise so they can sleep well at night. In addition, we want moms and dads to have a chance to refresh themselves through play, relaxation or a bit of pampering so that they can be happier parents.  We're always looking for new and interesting ways to educate and entertain your families and hope you will consider Explore! a partner in your parenting efforts!