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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-5/
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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SUMMARY:STEM Fest: ChompSaw Cardboard Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the library any time this week to use our kid-safe cutting tool to make fun and fantastical cardboard creations.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/stem-fest-chompsaw-cardboard-challenge/2026-11-07/
LOCATION:Snow Hill Branch\, 301 Bank Street\, Snow Hill\, Maryland\, 21863\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Engineering,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Worcester County Library":MAILTO:sarena@worcesterlibrary.org
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SUMMARY:Paper Circuit Diya - Celebrate Diwali
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of paper circuits and celebrate Diwali\, the festival of lights\, by making your own light up diya (lamp). Space is limited. Free tickets available 15 minutes before program.  \nDiyas are traditionally small clay oil lamps lit as part of Diwali celebrations. Attendees will build an electrical circuit using copper tape\, an LED\, and a battery to create a paper diya that lights up.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/paper-circuit-diya-celebrate-diwali/
LOCATION:White Marsh Library\, 8133 Sandpiper\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Engineering,Science and Society
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SUMMARY:Market Day
DESCRIPTION:Full Description \n\n\n\nCelebrate the legacy of Benjamin Banneker at a fun-filled\, family-friendly day for all ages! Step back into the 18th century and enjoy a day of history\, culture\, and community. Experience free historical demonstrations\, traditional cooking\, live music\, hands-on crafts\, and historic games. Browse a variety of local vendors and explore interactive historical stations that bring the past to life. Learn about Benjamin Banneker’s remarkable achievements while enjoying engaging activities\, delicious food\, shopping\, and entertainment throughout the day. Bring your family and friends for a memorable celebration of history\, heritage\, and community—there’s something for everyone at the Benjamin Banneker Birthday Bash & Market Fair!
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/market-day/
LOCATION:Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum\, 300 Olla Avenue\, catonsville\, MD\, 21228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Food,Mathematics,Science and Society,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum":MAILTO:bannekermuseum@baltimorecountymd.gov
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SUMMARY:Little Plein Air at Adkins Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Plein air painting isn’t just for grown-ups. At Plein Air Adkins\, young artists can try their hand at making art en plein air\, or “in the open air.” \nLittle Plein Air is a free event open to artists aged 3–12\, all skill levels welcome. Maryland Stem Festival participants must be registered online. This is not a drop-off program. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Adults may check-in their kids at the Visitor’s Center at 10:30 am. If your child needs less than an hour to create their masterpiece\, feel free to arrive later. \nKids are welcome to bring their own art supplies\, or borrow from the Arboretum. The following supplies will be available:\nCrayons\nMarkers\nColored pencils\nWatercolor paints\nPrinter paper\nCardstock\nClipboards\nDrawing boards\nAdults should help their child find a special place outside to create. They can sit at a picnic table\, on the Meadow Overlook\, on a bridge\, or anywhere they feel inspired! At 11:30 am\, Little Plein Air artists will meet at the picnic tables behind the Visitor’s Center to showcase their work. Every artist will receive a prize and a personalized superlative. \nAt the conclusion of Little Plein Air\, kids and their adults are welcome to observe Plein Air Adkins artists and stay to watch the judging.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/little-plein-air-at-adkins-arboretum/
LOCATION:Adkins Arboretum\, 12610 Eveland Rd\, Ridgely\, MD\, 21660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Health
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SUMMARY:Superb Saturday STEM: Salty Glue Art (A Noyes Library Event)
DESCRIPTION:We will be using kosher salt and liquid glue to create 3-D art! This lesson will teach one of the 6 core elements of art: texture. \n\nNo registration required; just show up ready to create! This event is best suited for elementary schoolers\, but families of all ages are welcome.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/superb-saturday-stem-salty-glue-art-a-noyes-library-event/
LOCATION:Kensington Park Library\, 4201 Knowles Avenue\, Kensington\, 20895\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Crafts and Hobbies,Early Learning,STEAM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kensington Park Library":MAILTO:demarl02@montgomerycountymd.gov
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