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SUMMARY:Make Slime & Test Strange Materials
DESCRIPTION:Ripen the Meristem\, Inc. (RTM) is excited to invite families throughout Cambridge\, Dorchester County\, and surrounding communities to our FREE "Eats & Experiments STEM" Series! Join us for four evenings of hands-on scientific discovery\, delicious refreshments\, and family fun at the Dorchester County Public Library.\n\nLed by a real scientist\, each event will feature a different exciting experiment that allows participants to explore scientific concepts by making observations\, testing ideas\, and discovering how science works in everyday life.\n\nWhether you are an aspiring scientist\, love creating things\, or simply enjoy asking "Why?" and "What if?"\, this series offers an opportunity to explore science in a welcoming\, engaging environment. And adults and children alike are welcome to join the fun!\n\nAll experiments\, materials\, and refreshments are provided at no cost. Advance registration is required. We look forward to welcoming you and your family. Come hungry for food\, science\, and discovery!\n\nEach event will feature a different scientific activity\, so families are encouraged to register for as many sessions as they would like!\n\nThurs\, 10/8 | "Make Slime & Test Strange Materials"\nThurs\, 10/22 | "Make Color-changing\, Foaming\, and Fizzing Chemistry"\nWed\, 11/11 (Veteran's Day) | "Make & Test Candy and Food Experiments"\nSun\, 11/15 | "Extract Real DNA & Test It With Forensic Tools"\n\nThe activities will be supervised and conducted with guidance from Dr. Chenere Ramsey\, a chemist & neuroscientist. Participants will receive instructions on the appropriate handling of materials and equipment. Parents and responsible adults are expected to help supervise small children and ensure they follow the safety instructions provided. \n\nTo register\, go to https://ripenthemeristem.odoo.com/blog/news-2/eats-experiments-four-nights-of-free-family-stem-fun-in-cambridge-md-registration-open-55\, and scroll down to complete the registration form. There is no fee to participate.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/make-slime-test-strange-materials/
LOCATION:Dorchester County Public Library\, Cambridge\, MD\, 303 Gay Street\, Cambridge\, Maryland\, 21613-3060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biotech,Chemistry,play,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ripen the MeriSTEM%2C Inc.":MAILTO:ripenthemeristem@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T173000
DTSTAMP:20260911T021647Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260923T143048Z
CREATED:20260923T143048Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool STEM Day: STEM Trailblazers: Innovation and Discovery
DESCRIPTION:This fall Baltimore County 4-H is hosting a Homeschool STEM Day on October 15\, 2026 from 1-3 pm. The theme is Honoring Hispanic STEM Pioneers. At this event we will highlight the innovation\, creativity and contributions of these scientists to the greater community. For this fair-style event\, we will highlight each scientist\, share their contributions\, and include a hands-on activity to complement the learning. Activities are geared toward 6- to 18-year-olds\, and families are welcome to "drop in" at any time during the event. There is no fee to attend\, and activities can serve as a starting point for deeper conversations or extension lessons at home.  \n\nThe list of trailblazers we plan to highlight is below:\n\nEllen Ochoa — Engineer and astronaut; the first Hispanic woman in space. Her engineering work included optical systems used in image processing.\nMario Molina — Chemist and Nobel Prize winner whose research helped explain how chlorofluorocarbons damage the ozone layer.\nLuis Walter Alvarez — Physicist and Nobel Prize winner known for major contributions to particle physics and for helping develop the asteroid-impact theory linked to the extinction of the dinosaurs.\nYnes Mexia — Botanist and plant collector who documented thousands of plant specimens across the Americas\, including many previously unknown to science.\nGuillermo González Camarena — Engineer and inventor who developed an early color television transmission system.\nCarlos Juan Finlay — Physician and scientist who helped establish that mosquitoes transmit yellow fever.\nAlbert Báez — Physicist who helped develop important X-ray imaging techniques and advanced the use of X-rays in scientific research.\nAntonia Novello — Physician and public health leader who became the first Hispanic U.S. Surgeon General.\nDr. Benigno “Ben” Villalon — Texas A&M plant scientist and pepper breeder known for developing improved chile pepper varieties\, including the TAM Mild Jalapeño\, and for breeding peppers for disease resistance \n\nTo register\, please click https://forms.gle/QbyeGX6GNt786DRo9 to sign up! See you soon!
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/homeschool-stem-day-stem-trailblazers-innovation-and-discovery/
LOCATION:University of MD Extension/Baltimore County 4-H\, 1114 Shawan Road\, Cockeysville\, Maryland\, 21030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Chemistry,Earth and Space Science,Food,Hispanic Heritage Month Scientist Spotlights,Life Sciences
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Maryland Extension Baltimore City 4-H":MAILTO:alewis17@umd.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T110000
DTSTAMP:20260916T005902Z
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SUMMARY:Bubble Fun: A STEM Day Program
DESCRIPTION:Ditch the standard bubble wand and experiment to find other items that make bubbles instead. We will be reading stories\, singing\, and exploring stations using bubbles. \n\n\nBiotech\, Chemistry\, play\, STEM
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/bubble-fun-a-stem-day-program/
LOCATION:Carroll County Public Library Taneytown Branch\, 10 Grand Drive\, Taneytown\, MD\, 21787\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chemistry,Physics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carroll County Public Library":MAILTO:lpicker@carr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T140000
DTSTAMP:20260918T013353Z
CREATED:20260805T124542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T013353Z
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SUMMARY:Bottle Rocket
DESCRIPTION:Design a vinegar and baking soda bottle rocket and see how high it will fly.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/bottle-rocket/
LOCATION:Loch Haven Branch\, 1046 Taylor Avenue\, towson\, MD\, 21286\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chemistry,Engineering,Physics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T141500
DTSTAMP:20260911T021640Z
CREATED:20260804T171355Z
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UID:10001129-1792155600-1792160100@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:And Then It Exploded!: A STEM Day Program
DESCRIPTION:Come try some inadvisable science experiments! Don’t try these at home. (At least\, not without a parent present!)
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/and-then-it-exploded-a-stem-day-program/
LOCATION:Carroll County Public Library Taneytown\, 10 Grand Drive\, Taneytown\, MD\, 21787\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chemistry,Physics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carroll County Public Library":MAILTO:lpicker@carr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T021643Z
CREATED:20260901T175731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T021643Z
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SUMMARY:STEM Art
DESCRIPTION:Bringing art and STEM together\, make your own unique creations at different stations. All supplies provided.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/stem-art/
LOCATION:Baltimore County Public Library\, Owings Mills Branch\, 10302 Grand Central Avenue\, Owings Mills\, Maryland\, 21117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chemistry,Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Life Sciences,Mathematics,Physics,Science and Society,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T163000
DTSTAMP:20260925T151829Z
CREATED:20260817T170134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T151829Z
UID:10001155-1792164600-1792168200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:CSI: Forensic Science 101 - A STEM Day Program
DESCRIPTION:Do you love figuring out clues and solving mysteries? Join the fun as we learn some of the STEM techniques used by forensic scientists. These crime scene investigators and scientists study\, collect\, analyze\, and solve crimes. Our fun and challenging library crime scene will be kid-friendly.\nOnly kids need to register.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/csi-forensic-science-101-a-stem-day-program/
LOCATION:Carroll County Public Library Tawneytown
CATEGORIES:Chemistry,Life Sciences,Science and Society
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carroll County Public Library":MAILTO:lpicker@carr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260922T170244Z
CREATED:20260922T170244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T170244Z
UID:10001483-1792677600-1792681200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool STEM Exploration Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our STEM Exploration Day! Explore a variety of our STEM activiites\, we will have stations for Science\, Technology\, Engineering and Math. Ages 2-15 \n\nNo registration required
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/homeschool-stem-exploration-day/
LOCATION:Williamsport Memorial Library\, 104 East Potomac St\, Williamsport\, MD\, 21795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biotech,Chemistry,Computer Science,D.I.Y.,Earth and Space Science,Energy,Engineering,Hands-On Maker Space,Makerspace,Mathematics,Physics,play,Robotics,Science and Society,STEM,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Free Library":MAILTO:jraab@washcolibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T194500
DTSTAMP:20260925T124056Z
CREATED:20260925T123250Z
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SUMMARY:Make Color-changing\, Foaming\, and Fizzing Chemistry
DESCRIPTION:Ripen the Meristem\, Inc. (RTM) is excited to invite families throughout Cambridge\, Dorchester County\, and surrounding communities to our FREE "Eats & Experiments STEM" Series! Join us for four evenings of hands-on scientific discovery\, delicious refreshments\, and family fun at the Dorchester County Public Library.\n\nLed by a real scientist\, each event will feature a different exciting experiment that allows participants to explore scientific concepts by making observations\, testing ideas\, and discovering how science works in everyday life.\n\nWhether you are an aspiring scientist\, love creating things\, or simply enjoy asking "Why?" and "What if?"\, this series offers an opportunity to explore science in a welcoming\, engaging environment. And adults and children alike are welcome to join the fun!\n\nAll experiments\, materials\, and refreshments are provided at no cost. Advance registration is required. We look forward to welcoming you and your family. Come hungry for food\, science\, and discovery!\n\nEach event will feature a different scientific activity\, so families are encouraged to register for as many sessions as they would like!\n\nThurs\, 10/8 | "Make Slime & Test Strange Materials"\nThurs\, 10/22 | "Make Color-changing\, Foaming\, and Fizzing Chemistry"\nWed\, 11/11 (Veteran's Day) | "Make & Test Candy and Food Experiments"\nSun\, 11/15 | "Extract Real DNA & Test It With Forensic Tools"\n\nThe activities will be supervised and conducted with guidance from Dr. Chenere Ramsey\, a chemist & neuroscientist. Participants will receive instructions on the appropriate handling of materials and equipment. Parents and responsible adults are expected to help supervise small children and ensure they follow the safety instructions provided. \n\nTo register\, go to https://ripenthemeristem.odoo.com/blog/news-2/eats-experiments-four-nights-of-free-family-stem-fun-in-cambridge-md-registration-open-55\, and scroll down to complete the registration form. There is no fee to participate.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/make-color-changing-foaming-and-fizzing-chemistry/
LOCATION:Dorchester County Public Library\, Cambridge\, MD\, 303 Gay Street\, Cambridge\, Maryland\, 21613-3060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biotech,Chemistry,play,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ripen the MeriSTEM%2C Inc.":MAILTO:ripenthemeristem@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T160000
DTSTAMP:20260911T021640Z
CREATED:20260804T170404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T021640Z
UID:10001135-1792765800-1792771200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:STEM - SNACKS! (...but make it Science!)
DESCRIPTION:We will make ice cream in a bag two different ways – once using salt with the ice and once without salt. We will explain the science behind using salt. We will also do a taste test of juice to determine the impact of color on our taste buds.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/stem-snacks-but-make-it-science/
LOCATION:Lansdowne Library\, 500 3rd Avenue\, Lansdowne\, MD\, 21227\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chemistry,Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T123000
DTSTAMP:20260925T002130Z
CREATED:20260814T180608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T002130Z
UID:10001154-1792836000-1792845000@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Girl STEM-Powerment Event
DESCRIPTION:STEM Professional Women and Educators discuss their fields and careers. There will be demonstrations and activities. Organizations that will be represented at the event include U.S Army Corp of Engineers\,  National Aquarium\, Amazon\, Jacobs\, JensenHughes and more!
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/girl-stem-powerment-event/
LOCATION:New Town High School\, 4931 New Town Blvd\,\, Owings Mills\, 21117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business and Careers,Chemistry,Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Health,Life Sciences,Mathematics,Science and Society,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland STEM Festival":MAILTO:phil@marylandstemfestival.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T021637Z
CREATED:20260707T130708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T021637Z
UID:10001099-1792936800-1792940400@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Digging It - with Science Heroes
DESCRIPTION:Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive S.T.E.M. show for the whole family. \n\n\n\nWith help from audience volunteers\, we’ll conduct exciting experiments about the changing states of matter\, pressure\, and more — while raising a shovel to scientists who work with dirt! If you didn’t already love science\, you’ll really ‘dig it’ after seeing Science Heroes in action!
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/digging-it-with-science-heroes/
LOCATION:Pikesville Library\, 1301 Reisterstown Rd\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chemistry,Earth and Space Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T120000
DTSTAMP:20260925T151802Z
CREATED:20260813T174843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T151802Z
UID:10001153-1793437200-1793448000@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Allied Healthcare Career Day at Johns Hopkins
DESCRIPTION:We will have experiential tables representing many of the Allied Health Programs available at Johns Hopkins. Students will have a chance to do an activity\, ask questions and network with new people. We will also have snacks and giveaways for this free event. Students can go at their own pace\, no set schedule.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/allied-healthcare-career-day-at-johns-hopkins/
LOCATION:Johns Hopkins Hospital – Turner Concourse\, 720 Rutland Avenue\, Baltimore\, 21205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business and Careers,Chemistry,Health,Life Sciences,Physics,Science and Society,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T110000
DTSTAMP:20260911T021639Z
CREATED:20260804T173104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T021639Z
UID:10001515-1793440800-1793444400@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:STEM-o-Ween: Stomp Rockets
DESCRIPTION:Design and launch a Halloween-themed stomp rocket. Limited space available; first come\, first served. Tickets available 15 minutes before the program. \n\n\n	BLOG\n\n	BOARD MEMBERS\n\n	BUSINESS\n\n	Events\n\n	Uncategorized
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/stem-o-ween-stomp-rockets-2/
LOCATION:White Marsh Library\, 8133 Sandpiper\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chemistry,Physics
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