STEM Comes to Life in Newport News!

Learners of all ages are invited to a day full of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) learning and fun during the 2^nd Annual STEM Exploration Community Event. Head to the Brooks Crossing Innovation and Opportunity Center at 550 30^th Street, Suites 101 and 102, on October 15 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. for a FREE family day. Interact with leaders and educators in the STEM industry, engage in hands-on learning experiences, and participate in activities inside the Brooks Crossing Innovation Lab (iLab).

During the event, guests can journey inside Newport News Shipbuilding's Digital Shipbuilding Trailer, make a motorized scribbling machine, experiment with virtual reality, make STEM waves in a recording studio, learn how drones are used in firefighting, code a name tag, and much more. Guests can also enjoy presentations from STEM innovators from the NASA Langley Research Center, including:

• Julie Williams-Byrd, Center Chief Technologist
• Michelle Ferebee, Deputy Director, Office of Strategic Analysis, Communications and Business Development
• Matt Simon, Aerospace Engineer and Habitation and Crew Systems Lead

The event is free for individuals of all ages; minors must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is requested. For all the fun details, visit the STEM Exploration Community Event website.