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SUMMARY:Hackathon VI
DESCRIPTION:The Hackathon is an event where participating kids compete in cyber challenges including python coding\, password cracking\, internet browsing\, and more! The target ages for the event are 8-18\, and no previous coding knowledge is necessary! Participants will compete to earn swag and prizes as they learn about a broad variety of cyber security topics!\n\nThis year\, the event will be conducted 29 SEP\, 29 OCT\, and 16 NOV at Odenton Regional Library from 4:00 PM -> 6:30 PM. \n\nThe event is run by volunteering soldiers of the 780th Military Intelligence BDE\, stationed at Fort Meade\, MD. \n\nThere is no fee to participate. Participants are encouraged to register\, if max event participation is reached\, walk-ins may be turned away. Participants are encouraged to attend multiple or all event days in order to complete all the challenges available.\n\nRegister for 29 SEP: https://www.aacpl.net/event/hackathon-vi-237445\nRegister for 29 OCT: https://www.aacpl.net/event/hackathon-vi-237446\nRegister for 16 NOV: https://www.aacpl.net/event/hackathon-vi-237447
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/hackathon-vi-2/
LOCATION:780th Military Intelligence BDE\, US Army\, 1325 Annapolis Rd\, Odenton\, Maryland\, 21113\, United States
CATEGORIES:AI,Computer Science,Cybersecurity
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ORGANIZER;CN="780th Military Intelligence BDE%2C US Army":MAILTO:nathan.k.vowinkel.mil@army.mil
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SUMMARY:Weekly Challenge: Earth Sciences Week
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Sciences Week by learning about the rocks and minerals of Maryland and how they are used. \n\nThis is a drop-in activity.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/weekly-challenge-earth-sciences-week/
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Community Museum\, 9 S. Summit Avenue\, GAITHERSBURG\, Maryland\, 20877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Earth and Space Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gaithersburg Community Museum":MAILTO:karen.lottes@gaithersburgmd.gov
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SUMMARY:STEAM Club: Polymerization Reaction (AKA Bouncy Balls)
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the chemistry behind polymerization reactions\, then experiment with the concepts by making your very own bouncy ball!\n\nFor Grades 1st to 5th. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.\n\nQuestions about this program? Contact the Gaithersburg Library at 240-773-9490
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/steam-club-polymerization-reaction-aka-bouncy-balls/
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Library\, 18330 Montgomery Village Ave.\, Gaithersburg\, MD\, 20879\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chemistry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montgomery County Public Library":MAILTO:erika.walston@montgomerycountymd.gov
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SUMMARY:From Birds to Drones: Nature\, Flight and Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Explore how birds inspired modern flight technology and discover how scientists use drones today to help protect wildlife and ecosystems through hands-on experiments and interactive missions led by Aberdeen High School-Science and Mathematics Academy student and Harford Bird Club member\, Tyme Anusonti-Inthra. Each child attending must register prior to the event. Weather permitting\, be prepared to go outside for a portion of the program.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/from-birds-to-drones-nature-flight-and-conservation/
LOCATION:Harford County Public Library\, 100 E. Pennsylvania Ave\, Bel Air\, Maryland\, 21014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Sciences,Conservation,Technology,Zoology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Harford County Public Library":MAILTO:mdstemfest@gmail.com
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