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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-3/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T080000
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding at Masonville Cove
DESCRIPTION:The Masonville Cove Partnership invites you to join Birds of Urban Baltimore and  our bird banding studies on campus! See the bird banding process up-close\, and learn how urban greenspaces help migrating birds! Registration reserves your spot\, walk-ins welcomed.\n\n\nNote: Our schedule may change depending on weather conditions.\n\n\nBird banding staff arrive before sunrise\, and visitors are welcome to observe the banding activities beginning as early as 8:00 AM. Please note the Masonville Cove site otherwise opens regularly at 9:00 AM but bird banding staff will be able to assist with any needed building access if visiting for banding. Please sign in at the kiosk at the front right side of the Education Center when you arrive onsite. You can also inquire within the Education Center building regarding any additional questions on arrival\, or if restroom access is needed. Banding end times vary based on weather\, staffing\, and number of birds captured\, but usually ends before 1:00 PM. Visitors are welcome to explore the trails onsite until 4:00 PM when the site closes. \n\nhttps://www.masonvillecove.org/event-info/bird-banding-fall-2026-2026-11-13-08-00
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/bird-banding-at-masonville-cove-8/
LOCATION:Masonville Cove\, 1000 Frankfurst Ave\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Sciences,Conservation,Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Masonville Cove Partnership":MAILTO:cliddell@menv.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T110000
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SUMMARY:Totally Untidy Toddler Time
DESCRIPTION:Prepare to get totally untidy as we touch all types of textures and explore toddler senses.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/totally-untidy-toddler-time/
LOCATION:Woodlawn Public Library\, 6660 Security BLVD Suite 13\, Maryland\, 21207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T114500
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SUMMARY:Fri-Yay: A Lot of Axolotls!
DESCRIPTION:Explore the world of the cutest amphibians: axolotls! See their aquatic habitats\, catch food\, and discover other endangered species! \n\nExplore the world of the cutest amphibians: axolotls! See their aquatic habitats\, catch food\, and discover other endangered species!
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/fri-yay-a-lot-of-axolotls/
LOCATION:C. Burr Artz Public Library\, 2 S Glade Road\, Walkersville\, Maryland\, 21793\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education & Enjoyment,Environment,Make & Create,STEM,Toddler Sci. Skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frederick County Public Libraries":MAILTO:kthompson@frederickcountymd.gov
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SUMMARY:Little Adventures: Sleepy Bear Science
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on storytime where preschoolers explore STEM concepts with a special focus on nature. Each session features a themed story and guided activities. Children and their caregivers will engage with natural and craft materials as they play\, create\, and discover.\n\nThe library is committed to making programs available to everyone. Persons requiring assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with a librarian. \n\nOnly kids need to register.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/little-adventures-sleepy-bear-science/
LOCATION:Carroll County Public Library Eldersburg branch\, 6400 Hemlock Drive\, Eldersburg\, Maryland\, 21784\, United States
CATEGORIES:Life Sciences
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carroll County Public Library":MAILTO:elcinfo@carr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T133000
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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/2026-11-13/
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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SUMMARY:4th Axis for Carvera CNC
DESCRIPTION:This is a certification class on using the 4th axis attachment for the Carvera CNC. We will cover designing projects for the 4th axis and how to operate the machine with this attachment installed. \n\nThe Carvera CNC certification is required before taking this course. If you have not taken the Carvera CNC certification course prior to registering for this class\, your registration will be canceled. Customers aged 12 to 15 who have completed their certification are required to have a certified adult with them to use the Carvera CNC independently.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/4th-axis-for-carvera-cnc/
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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SUMMARY:STEM Fun: Build and Create!
DESCRIPTION:Dive into the world of science\, technology\, engineering\, and math with fun\, hands-on experiments and activities! Explore a variety of construction and robotics kits through interactive challenges that spark curiosity. \n\n\n\nFree\, register on website \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice:\n\n\n\n\nEvent Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMaryland STEM Festival \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Categories
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/stem-fun-build-and-create-3/
LOCATION:Bladensburg – Bladensburg Large Meeting Room\, 4820 Annapolis Rd\, Bladensburg\, Maryland\, 20710\, Bladensburg\, Maryland\, 20710\, United States
CATEGORIES:STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Prince George's County Memorial Library":MAILTO:lmason@prattlibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T193000
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SUMMARY:Mathnasium Game Night!
DESCRIPTION:Come have fun at Mathnasium! Drop the kids off at Mathnasium's Game Night on the second Friday (6:00-7:30pm) of every month and enjoy the evening to yourself! \n\nGame Night is always a blast! The night includes lots of games from classics like Connect 4 and Uno\, to thought provoking logic games such as Chess and Genius Square\, and even Pokémon cards and Mario Kart! This is a night to hang out with some of your favorite instructors and play games with friends! \n\nAll members and non-members are invited AT NO COST. Bring siblings or friends along and challenge them to your favorite games!\n\nNo sign-ups needed! \n\nAll members and non-members are invited AT NO COST. Bring siblings or friends along and challenge them to your favorite games!\n\nNo sign-ups needed!
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/mathnasium-game-night-2/
LOCATION:Mathnasium of California MD\, 44980 St. Andrew's Church Rd\, California\, Maryland\, 20619\, United States
CATEGORIES:Games and Play,Mathematics,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathnasium of California MD":MAILTO:californiamd@mathnasium.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T180000
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SUMMARY:Skywatching: When the Stars Led the Way
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy night‑sky views while learning how star navigation guided journeys to freedom and how the observatory mapped stellar motion. Part of a three‑program series with Button Farm and Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park exploring the intersection of astronomy and the Underground Railroad. Join us at Observatory Park\, home of the historic International Latitude Observatory\, for free skywatching programs! Registration is required. \n\nFor more information and to register go to https://gburg.md/Skywatching
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/skywatching-when-the-stars-led-the-way/
LOCATION:Latitude Observatory\, 100 DeSellum 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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