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SUMMARY:KID Museum: Open Explore
DESCRIPTION:KID Museum will celebrate Maryland Maker Day during Open Explore on Sunday\, October 18\, inviting children and families to discover the connections between science\, technology\, engineering\, art\, and math through hands-on making.\n\nFamilies can explore\, experiment\, and create together in an environment that encourages curiosity and creative problem-solving. Through open-ended exploration\, children can test ideas\, try new approaches\, and build confidence in their ability to design and invent.\n\nThis event highlights making as a pathway to STEM learning and offers families an opportunity to experience KID Museum’s approach to learning through discovery\, creativity\, and collaboration. \n\nSunday admission is $15 per person for adults and children ages 3 and older\, with timed entry for a two-hour visit. KID Museum also offers free and reduced-cost admission through its access programs\, helping ensure cost is not a barrier to participation. Advance ticket reservations are recommended.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/kid-museum-open-explore-6/
LOCATION:3 Bethesda Metro Center\, 3 Bethesda Metro Center\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814-5329\, United States
CATEGORIES:STEAM
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ORGANIZER;CN="KID Museum":MAILTO:jaylee@kid-museum.org
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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\n\n\nThis is a drop-in activity.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/weekly-challenge-earth-sciences-week/2026-10-18/
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:Cadette & Senior Robotics
DESCRIPTION:Earn all 3 Robotics badges in this full day workshop! Girl Scout Cadettes and Seniors will learn about robots\, use software to program a robot\, build a prototype using easily accessible materials\, and showcase their creations to fellow Scouts for feedback. Cadettes will also build circuits while Seniors build a hydraulic arm.\n\nAdditional Information:\n\nSpace in the classroom is limited\, so we can only allow 1 adult in the classroom per group. That adult must be in the classroom at all times.\nReduced admission can be purchased (day of the workshop) for any scouts or family members who would like to visit the exhibits outside of the workshop.\nBadges are not included. They must be purchased from your organization.\nThis workshop will be a combined event with Senior and Cadette Girl Scouts.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/cadette-senior-robotics/
LOCATION:Maryland Science Center\, 601 Light Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engineering,Science and Society,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Science Center":MAILTO:akorn@mdsci.org
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SUMMARY:Wild About Bats
DESCRIPTION:The night is dark and full of bats! Join a biologist to learn about what makes these enigmatic and elusive mammals unique and how we can support Maryland’s native bats.  This program is brought to us by the Maryland Wildlife and Heritage Service\, Department of Natural Resources.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/wild-about-bats/
LOCATION:Walkersville Branch Library\, 2 South Glade Rd\, Walkersville\, MD\, 21793\, United States
CATEGORIES:Life Sciences
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frederick County Public Libraries":MAILTO:kthompson@frederickcountymd.gov
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SUMMARY:Daytime Public Star Party
DESCRIPTION:Join the Southern Maryland Astronomical Society (SMAS) at the Lexington Park Library for safe solar observing of sunspots and solar prominences\, using a variety of specialized astronomical equipment.  Guests may also explore astronomy themed 2-D and 3-D tabletop displays.  Event is Weather Permitting Only. \n\nNo registration required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/daytime-public-star-party/
LOCATION:Nanjemoy Creek Observatory\, 21677 FD Roosevelt Blvd\, Lexington Park\, Maryland\, 20653\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Astronomical Society (SMAS)":MAILTO:programcoordinator@smas.us
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SUMMARY:Daytime Star Party presented by Southern Maryland Astronomical Society (SMAS)
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be hosting a special “Sidewalk Astronomy” open house\, presented by SMAS!\nThis is a casual\, drop-in event—stop by for a quick look or stay a while. Safely observe the Sun\, explore space-themed exhibits\, and chat with local astronomy enthusiasts.\nSet up near the library’s main entrance\, we’ll have safe solar telescopes and engaging displays ready for curious minds of all ages. Please dress for the day’s weather and be prepared for an outdoor setting. In the event of clouds or poor conditions\, the event will be canceled—there is no rain date.\nSince clear skies are essential\, we encourage you to register for updates and check your email or phone for last-minute notifications.\nHope to see you under the Sun!
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/daytime-star-party-presented-by-southern-maryland-astronomical-society-smas/
LOCATION:Lexington Park Libary\, 21677 FDR Blvd\, Lexington Park\, MD\, 20653\, United States
CATEGORIES:Earth and Space Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="St. Mary's County Library":MAILTO:jhutchison@stmalib.org
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