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SUMMARY:Design Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Visit Davis Library between November 2nd and November 21st to pick up your challenge supply bag and entry form! Use the items in the bag to create a building of your choice. Drop off your entry anytime between December 5th-9th. Entries will be on display during our Design Challenge Showcase on December 10th for voting. For middle and high school students. Challenge bags are while supplies last.Things to know about your design entry:1. You’re welcome to use any type of glue or tape to hold your structure together and paint\, markers\, or crayons to decorate. All other materials must come from the challenge supply bag.2. You can design any building. Be creative and dream big.3. Drop off your entry anytime between December 5th-9th to Davis Library to officially enter the challenge. No exceptions.3. Entries will be on display during our Design Challenge Showcase on December 10th from 5-7pm. You do not need to be present. Details for drop-off and pick up will be included in your challenge bag.The Maryland STEM Festival is a month-long celebration of science\, technology\, engineering and mathematics designed to advance STEM and STEAM education for children and teens that takes place every fall. Questions about this program? Contact the branch 240-777-0922Take a look at these STEM resources available with a library card. Don’t have a card right now?  No worries!  Find out how to Get a Library Card.Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.Accommodation RequestsTo request an accommodation\, contact the library branch where you want the accommodation. If they are unable to help\, or if you need an accommodation for an online resource or event\, complete our Accommodation Request Form online or call Library Administration at 240-777-0002.cm 1.1 01/03/2023
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/design-challenge-6/
LOCATION:Davis Library\, 6400 Democracy Blvd.\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20817\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Crafts and Hobbies,Makerspace,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montgomery County Public Library":MAILTO:erika.walston@montgomerycountymd.gov
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T235959
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SUMMARY:STEM Crafternoon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a STEM-themed crafternoon in honor of Maryland STEM Fest.  Learn how to make your own windmill and try out some fun STEM tools! \n\nFree\, no registration required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/stem-crafternoon/
LOCATION:Roland Park\, 5108 Roland Avenue\, Baltimore\, MD 21210\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21210\, United States
CATEGORIES:STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Enoch Pratt Free Library":MAILTO:lmason@prattlibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T113000
DTSTAMP:20261007T182826Z
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SUMMARY:School Skills
DESCRIPTION:A weekly program designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together\, building preschool and social-emotional skills. \n\nA weekly program designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to have fun and explore together\, building preschool and social-emotional skills.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/school-skills-3/
LOCATION:C. Burr Artz Public Library\, 300 South Seton Avenue\, Emmitsburg\, Maryland\, 21727\, United States
CATEGORIES:Make & Create,STEAM,STEM,Toddler Sci. Skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frederick County Public Libraries":MAILTO:kthompson@frederickcountymd.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T190000
DTSTAMP:20260925T122526Z
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SUMMARY:Crystal Trees
DESCRIPTION:Pick up a STEM kit to make a crystal tree at home. \n\n\n\nNo registration required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/crystal-trees/2026-11-09/
LOCATION:Smithsburg Library\, 66 W. Water St.\, Smithsburg\, MD\, 21783\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chemistry,Life Sciences,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Free Library":MAILTO:jraab@washcolibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T160000
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SUMMARY:Laser Cutting Techniques: Jigs and Templates
DESCRIPTION:Learn how jigs and templates can make repeat laser projects faster and easier. In this hands-on class\, you will make a simple jig for the laser and create a matching template in Adobe Illustrator. Laser certification and familiarity with Adobe Illustrator are required before registering.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/laser-cutting-techniques-jigs-and-templates/
LOCATION:Exploration Commons at 50 East\, 50 East Main Street\, Westminster\, Maryland\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engineering,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carroll County Public Library":MAILTO:ecinfo@carr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T153000
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SUMMARY:Maker Lab: DINOvember Xtool Laser Sculptures
DESCRIPTION:Roar into DINOvember with a hands‑on STEM adventure!  Create your own dinosaur sculpture with the XTOOL laser cutter.  Explore how computers guide machines\, watch your dino pieces get cut with super‑precise beams\, and then build a 3D dinosaur to take home. \n\nfree event
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/maker-lab-dinovember-xtool-laser-sculptures/
LOCATION:DC Public Library\, 1547 Alabama Avenue SE\, Washington\, D.C.\, Maryland\, 20032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hands-On Maker Space,Maker,Makerspace,STEAM,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="DC Public Library (DCPL)":MAILTO:patricia.ballentine@dc.gov
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SUMMARY:Oregon Trail Adventure (Ages 8-18)
DESCRIPTION:Play the classic computer game Oregon Trail and tackle fun pioneer-themed activities! See if you have what it takes to survive the journey to Oregon while learning about life on the frontier. \n\nPlay the classic computer game Oregon Trail and tackle fun pioneer-themed activities! See if you have what it takes to survive the journey to Oregon while learning about life on the frontier.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/oregon-trail-adventure-ages-8-18/
LOCATION:Middletown Branch Library\, 31 East Green St\, Middletown\, MD\, 21769\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education & Enjoyment,play,STEM,Technology,Tween,Videogames
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frederick County Public Libraries":MAILTO:kthompson@frederickcountymd.gov
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T173000
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SUMMARY:AI Intro
DESCRIPTION:Want to know more about Artificial Intelligence? Discover the basics and learn to spot it! For ages 6-18
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/ai-intro/
LOCATION:Ocean Pines Library\, 11107 Cathell Road\, Berlin\, MD\, 21811\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engineering,Science and Society,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Worcester County Library":MAILTO:sarena@worcesterlibrary.org
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SUMMARY:Teen STEM - Build a Candy DNA Model
DESCRIPTION:Explore the building blocks of life in this fun and interactive STEM program! Participants will learn about the structure of DNA and how genetic information is organized—all while constructing their own colorful DNA models using candy.As we twist\, pair\, and connect our sugary “nucleotides\,” we’ll dive into concepts like base pairing\, double helix design\, and why DNA is so important to living things. This hands-on activity encourages curiosity\, critical thinking\, and a sweet introduction to biology.All materials are provided\, and the program is perfect for budding scientists.This program is for Middle and High Schoolers only. No registration required.The Maryland STEM Festival is a month-long celebration of science\, technology\, engineering and mathematics designed to advance STEM and STEAM education for children and teens that takes place every fall. Questions about this program? Contact the branch 240-777-0678.Looking for more fun things to do at MCPL?Take a look at these STEM resources available with a library card. Don’t have a card right now?  No worries!  Find out how to Get a Library Card.Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.Accommodation RequestsTo request an accommodation\, contact the library branch where you want the accommodation. If they are unable to help\, or if you need an accommodation for an online resource or event\, complete our Accommodation Request Form online or call Library Administration at 240-777-0002.cm 1.1 01/03/2023
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/teen-stem-build-a-candy-dna-model/
LOCATION:Wheaton Library\, 11701 Georgia Ave\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montgomery County Public Library":MAILTO:erika.walston@montgomerycountymd.gov
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T190000
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SUMMARY:Laser Project: Veteran's Day Challenge Coins
DESCRIPTION:Veterans and military enthusiasts\, join us in this laser project class as we make a long-standing military tradition\, challenge coins! We will use Adobe Illustrator to design a custom challenge coin for laser engraving to take home. No previous design or laser experience necessary.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/laser-project-veterans-day-challenge-coins/
LOCATION:Exploration Commons at 50 East\, 50 East Main Street\, Westminster\, Maryland\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carroll County Public Library":MAILTO:ecinfo@carr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T190000
DTSTAMP:20260914T233710Z
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SUMMARY:Game of Life: Banking & Budgeting For Teens
DESCRIPTION:This interactive program introduces teens to essential financial skills\, including making spending decisions\, how bank accounts work\, strategies for saving money\, and tips for building healthy money habits early. \n \nThis program is being presented by the Annapolis/Anne Arundel Financial Education Coalition. \n\nNo fee or registration required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/game-of-life-banking-budgeting-for-teens/
LOCATION:Deale Library\, 5940 Deale Churchton Rd\, Deale\, MD\, 20751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Financial Literacy,Mathematics,Technology
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