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SUMMARY:Skull Jewelry Making
DESCRIPTION:DIY Skull Bead Bracelet Making\nDid you know many of the pieces in our store are handmade by us? Now’s your chance to create one yourself—with spooky skull beads!\n\nWhat to Expect:\n💀 Make Your Own Bracelet: Learn directly from our in-house jewelry-makers how to design and create your very own Halloween-inspired bracelet featuring spooky skull beads. All materials are provided.\n\n✂️ No Experience Needed: This project is perfect for beginners! Kids and adults who can safely use scissors are welcome to join. Need modifications? We have options to help make the activity work for most ages and abilities.\n\n👨👩👧 Open to All Ages: Everyone is welcome to get creative and make a spooky bracelet of their own!\n\n🗓️ Drop-In Friendly: No need to register in advance—just stop by during activity hours. You can pay at the register or in the Craft Lab (exact cash or Venmo accepted).\n\nGetting Here & What to Expect:\nAll events take place inside the Craft Lab at Because Science\, our retail shop located at 1759 Columbia Rd NW\, Washington\, DC (across from the Line Hotel in Adams Morgan).\n\n🚪 Look for the squiggly rainbow mural! Enter Because Science and walk to the back of the store (between the biology and anatomy sections) to find the entrance to the Craft Lab\n🚇 Metro: We're a 10-minute walk from the Woodley Park (red line) or Columbia Heights (green line) Metro stations.\n🚌 Bus: The D72\, D74\, C51\, and C53 buses stop nearby.\n🚗 Parking: Street parking is mostly limited to 30 minutes—walking\, biking\, or ride share is recommended. There is a parking garage located at 2421 18th St NW\, about a block away. \n\n \n\nIf you’re running late or need help finding us\, just call the store at 202-248-1366 \n\nAll events: Our tickets are available on our website! Just click the link to our Craft Lab Store Events page\, find the event you'd like to attend\, and click "Get Tickets" \n\nFree Events: Tickets aren't required\, just show up during the activity window. Registration does help us plan and if the event gets busy we will prioritize serving folks who did register in advance. \n\nPaid Events: One ticket equals one project. We recommend advance registration to guarantee your spot. If space is available\, we offer the option to purchase tickets at the register upon arrival. \n\nThen click SUBMIT \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nWashington College’s Center for Environment and Society Geospatial Innovation Program \n\n\n\n\nOrganizer Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Categories\n\n\n\nCommunity Event/Open House\, D.I.Y.\, Early Learning\, Earth and Space Science\, Education u0026 Enjoyment\, Environment\, Games and Play\, play\, STEM\, Toddler Sci. Skills
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/skull-jewelry-making/
LOCATION:Because Science\, 1759 columbia rd nw\, washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:D.I.Y.,Early Learning,Engineering,STEAM,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Because Science":MAILTO:becausesciencedc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T170000
DTSTAMP:20261019T215446Z
CREATED:20261019T215446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T215446Z
UID:10001807-1792940400-1792947600@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Invisible Ink pH Painting — Spooky Science Festival at Because Science
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Spooky Science Festival\, a frightfully fun celebration of science\, creativity\, experiments\, and discovery! This interactive festival invites visitors of all ages to explore spooky science through hands-on activities\, creepy creations\, colorful experiments\, and engaging STEM experiences. \n\n\n\nFestival Details\nDates: Saturday and Sunday\, October 24–25\nFestival Hours: 12 PM–5 PM both days\nTheme: Spooky science\, STEM\, creativity\, and Halloween fun\nFormat: Drop-in activities throughout the day\nActivities: Free and ticketed experiences \n\n\n\nOur activities are designed to make science fun\, creative\, and accessible for visitors of all ages. Stop by throughout the weekend to experiment\, create\, discover\, and explore the spooky side of science! \n\n\n\nExperiment with invisible ink and pH science to create a mysterious painting that reveals its secrets through a colorful chemical reaction. \n\n\n\nThis activity is free. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nWashington College’s Center for Environment and Society Geospatial Innovation Program \n\n\n\n\nOrganizer Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Categories\n\n\n\nCommunity Event/Open House\, D.I.Y.\, Early Learning\, Earth and Space Science\, Education u0026 Enjoyment\, Environment\, Games and Play\, play\, STEM\, Toddler Sci. Skills
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/invisible-ink-ph-painting-spooky-science-festival-at-because-science/
LOCATION:Because Science\, 1759 columbia rd nw\, washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chemistry,Crafts and Hobbies,D.I.Y.,Early Learning,Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Hands-On Maker Space,Life Sciences,Maker,Makerspace,Physics,play,Robotics,Science and Society,STEM,Technology,Toddler Sci. Skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Because Science":MAILTO:becausesciencedc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T150000
DTSTAMP:20261019T215518Z
CREATED:20261019T215518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T215518Z
UID:10001806-1792933200-1792940400@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Flying Paper Bat — Spooky Science Festival at Because Science
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Spooky Science Festival\, a frightfully fun celebration of science\, creativity\, experiments\, and discovery! This interactive festival invites visitors of all ages to explore spooky science through hands-on activities\, creepy creations\, colorful experiments\, and engaging STEM experiences. \n\n\n\nFestival Details\nDates: Saturday and Sunday\, October 24–25\nFestival Hours: 12 PM–5 PM both days\nTheme: Spooky science\, STEM\, creativity\, and Halloween fun\nFormat: Drop-in activities throughout the day\nActivities: Free and ticketed experiences \n\n\n\nOur activities are designed to make science fun\, creative\, and accessible for visitors of all ages. Stop by throughout the weekend to experiment\, create\, discover\, and explore the spooky side of science! \n\n\n\nCreate your own flying paper bat and explore the science of movement\, flight\, and creative design. \n\n\n\nThis activity is free. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nWashington College’s Center for Environment and Society Geospatial Innovation Program \n\n\n\n\nOrganizer Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Categories\n\n\n\nCommunity Event/Open House\, D.I.Y.\, Early Learning\, Earth and Space Science\, Education u0026 Enjoyment\, Environment\, Games and Play\, play\, STEM\, Toddler Sci. Skills
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/flying-paper-bat-spooky-science-festival-at-because-science/
LOCATION:Because Science\, 1759 columbia rd nw\, washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chemistry,Crafts and Hobbies,D.I.Y.,Early Learning,Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Hands-On Maker Space,Life Sciences,Maker,Makerspace,Physics,play,Robotics,Science and Society,STEM,Technology,Toddler Sci. Skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Because Science":MAILTO:becausesciencedc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T170000
DTSTAMP:20261019T215519Z
CREATED:20261019T215519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T215519Z
UID:10001805-1792929600-1792947600@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Take-It-Apart — Spooky Science Festival at Because Science
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Spooky Science Festival\, a frightfully fun celebration of science\, creativity\, experiments\, and discovery! This interactive festival invites visitors of all ages to explore spooky science through hands-on activities\, creepy creations\, colorful experiments\, and engaging STEM experiences. \n\n\n\nFestival Details\nDates: Saturday and Sunday\, October 24–25\nFestival Hours: 12 PM–5 PM both days\nTheme: Spooky science\, STEM\, creativity\, and Halloween fun\nFormat: Drop-in activities throughout the day\nActivities: Free and ticketed experiences \n\n\n\nOur activities are designed to make science fun\, creative\, and accessible for visitors of all ages. Stop by throughout the weekend to experiment\, create\, discover\, and explore the spooky side of science! \n\n\n\nContinue exploring the science and engineering hidden inside everyday objects by taking things apart\, investigating their components\, and discovering what's inside. \n\n\n\nThis activity is free. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nWashington College’s Center for Environment and Society Geospatial Innovation Program \n\n\n\n\nOrganizer Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Categories\n\n\n\nCommunity Event/Open House\, D.I.Y.\, Early Learning\, Earth and Space Science\, Education u0026 Enjoyment\, Environment\, Games and Play\, play\, STEM\, Toddler Sci. Skills
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/take-it-apart-spooky-science-festival-at-because-science/
LOCATION:Because Science\, 1759 columbia rd nw\, washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chemistry,Crafts and Hobbies,D.I.Y.,Early Learning,Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Hands-On Maker Space,Life Sciences,Maker,Makerspace,Physics,play,Robotics,Science and Society,STEM,Technology,Toddler Sci. Skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Because Science":MAILTO:becausesciencedc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T150000
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CREATED:20261019T215522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T215522Z
UID:10001802-1792854000-1792861200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Spooky Science Magnets — Spooky Science Festival at Because Science
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Spooky Science Festival\, a frightfully fun celebration of science\, creativity\, experiments\, and discovery! This interactive festival invites visitors of all ages to explore spooky science through hands-on activities\, creepy creations\, colorful experiments\, and engaging STEM experiences. \n\n\n\nFestival Details\nDates: Saturday and Sunday\, October 24–25\nFestival Hours: 12 PM–5 PM both days\nTheme: Spooky science\, STEM\, creativity\, and Halloween fun\nFormat: Drop-in activities throughout the day\nActivities: Free and ticketed experiences \n\n\n\nOur activities are designed to make science fun\, creative\, and accessible for visitors of all ages. Stop by throughout the weekend to experiment\, create\, discover\, and explore the spooky side of science! \n\n\n\nCreate your own spooky science-themed magnet using a button press. \n\n\n\nThis activity is free. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nWashington College’s Center for Environment and Society Geospatial Innovation Program \n\n\n\n\nOrganizer Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Categories\n\n\n\nCommunity Event/Open House\, D.I.Y.\, Early Learning\, Earth and Space Science\, Education u0026 Enjoyment\, Environment\, Games and Play\, play\, STEM\, Toddler Sci. Skills
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/spooky-science-magnets-spooky-science-festival-at-because-science/
LOCATION:Because Science\, 1759 columbia rd nw\, washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chemistry,Crafts and Hobbies,D.I.Y.,Early Learning,Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Hands-On Maker Space,Life Sciences,Maker,Makerspace,Physics,play,Robotics,Science and Society,STEM,Technology,Toddler Sci. Skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Because Science":MAILTO:becausesciencedc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T170000
DTSTAMP:20261019T215521Z
CREATED:20261019T215521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T215521Z
UID:10001804-1792854000-1792861200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Beastly Beaded Bracelet or Keychain — Spooky Science Festival at Because Science
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Spooky Science Festival\, a frightfully fun celebration of science\, creativity\, experiments\, and discovery! This interactive festival invites visitors of all ages to explore spooky science through hands-on activities\, creepy creations\, colorful experiments\, and engaging STEM experiences. \n\n\n\nFestival Details\nDates: Saturday and Sunday\, October 24–25\nFestival Hours: 12 PM–5 PM both days\nTheme: Spooky science\, STEM\, creativity\, and Halloween fun\nFormat: Drop-in activities throughout the day\nActivities: Free and ticketed experiences \n\n\n\nOur activities are designed to make science fun\, creative\, and accessible for visitors of all ages. Stop by throughout the weekend to experiment\, create\, discover\, and explore the spooky side of science! \n\n\n\nCreate your own spooky accessory using spooky skull beads. Choose between a beaded bracelet or keychain and make a frightfully fun creation to take home. \n\n\n\nTicketed Craft Lab Workshop: $9. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nWashington College’s Center for Environment and Society Geospatial Innovation Program \n\n\n\n\nOrganizer Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Categories\n\n\n\nCommunity Event/Open House\, D.I.Y.\, Early Learning\, Earth and Space Science\, Education u0026 Enjoyment\, Environment\, Games and Play\, play\, STEM\, Toddler Sci. Skills
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/beastly-beaded-bracelet-or-keychain-spooky-science-festival-at-because-science/
LOCATION:Because Science\, 1759 columbia rd nw\, washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chemistry,Crafts and Hobbies,D.I.Y.,Early Learning,Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Hands-On Maker Space,Life Sciences,Maker,Makerspace,Physics,play,Robotics,Science and Society,STEM,Technology,Toddler Sci. Skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Because Science":MAILTO:becausesciencedc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T150000
DTSTAMP:20261019T215524Z
CREATED:20261019T215524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T215524Z
UID:10001801-1792846800-1792854000@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Monster Genetics Lab — Spooky Science Festival at Because Science
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Spooky Science Festival\, a frightfully fun celebration of science\, creativity\, experiments\, and discovery! This interactive festival invites visitors of all ages to explore spooky science through hands-on activities\, creepy creations\, colorful experiments\, and engaging STEM experiences. \n\n\n\nFestival Details\nDates: Saturday and Sunday\, October 24–25\nFestival Hours: 12 PM–5 PM both days\nTheme: Spooky science\, STEM\, creativity\, and Halloween fun\nFormat: Drop-in activities throughout the day\nActivities: Free and ticketed experiences \n\n\n\nOur activities are designed to make science fun\, creative\, and accessible for visitors of all ages. Stop by throughout the weekend to experiment\, create\, discover\, and explore the spooky side of science! \n\n\n\nStep into the lab and explore the spooky science of genetics through a fun\, hands-on monster-themed activity. \n\n\n\nThis activity is free. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nWashington College’s Center for Environment and Society Geospatial Innovation Program \n\n\n\n\nOrganizer Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Categories\n\n\n\nCommunity Event/Open House\, D.I.Y.\, Early Learning\, Earth and Space Science\, Education u0026 Enjoyment\, Environment\, Games and Play\, play\, STEM\, Toddler Sci. Skills
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/monster-genetics-lab-spooky-science-festival-at-because-science/
LOCATION:Because Science\, 1759 columbia rd nw\, washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chemistry,Crafts and Hobbies,D.I.Y.,Early Learning,Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Hands-On Maker Space,Life Sciences,Maker,Makerspace,Physics,play,Robotics,Science and Society,STEM,Technology,Toddler Sci. Skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Because Science":MAILTO:becausesciencedc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T150000
DTSTAMP:20261019T215523Z
CREATED:20261019T215523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T215523Z
UID:10001803-1792846800-1792854000@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Spooky Slime Make-n-Take — Spooky Science Festival at Because Science
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Spooky Science Festival\, a frightfully fun celebration of science\, creativity\, experiments\, and discovery! This interactive festival invites visitors of all ages to explore spooky science through hands-on activities\, creepy creations\, colorful experiments\, and engaging STEM experiences. \n\n\n\nFestival Details\nDates: Saturday and Sunday\, October 24–25\nFestival Hours: 12 PM–5 PM both days\nTheme: Spooky science\, STEM\, creativity\, and Halloween fun\nFormat: Drop-in activities throughout the day\nActivities: Free and ticketed experiences \n\n\n\nOur activities are designed to make science fun\, creative\, and accessible for visitors of all ages. Stop by throughout the weekend to experiment\, create\, discover\, and explore the spooky side of science! \n\n\n\nGet hands-on with spooky slime! Mix\, create\, and customize your own creepy concoction to take home. \n\n\n\nTicketed Craft Lab Workshop: $9. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nWashington College’s Center for Environment and Society Geospatial Innovation Program \n\n\n\n\nOrganizer Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Categories\n\n\n\nCommunity Event/Open House\, D.I.Y.\, Early Learning\, Earth and Space Science\, Education u0026 Enjoyment\, Environment\, Games and Play\, play\, STEM\, Toddler Sci. Skills
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/spooky-slime-make-n-take-spooky-science-festival-at-because-science/
LOCATION:Because Science\, 1759 columbia rd nw\, washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chemistry,Crafts and Hobbies,D.I.Y.,Early Learning,Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Hands-On Maker Space,Life Sciences,Maker,Makerspace,Physics,play,Robotics,Science and Society,STEM,Technology,Toddler Sci. Skills
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://marylandstemfestival.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/spooky-science-festival-event-photo-2026.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="Because Science":MAILTO:becausesciencedc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T170000
DTSTAMP:20261019T215525Z
CREATED:20261019T215525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T215525Z
UID:10001800-1792843200-1792861200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Take-It-Apart — Spooky Science Festival at Because Science
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Spooky Science Festival\, a frightfully fun celebration of science\, creativity\, experiments\, and discovery! This interactive festival invites visitors of all ages to explore spooky science through hands-on activities\, creepy creations\, colorful experiments\, and engaging STEM experiences. \n\n\n\nFestival Details\nDates: Saturday and Sunday\, October 24–25\nFestival Hours: 12 PM–5 PM both days\nTheme: Spooky science\, STEM\, creativity\, and Halloween fun\nFormat: Drop-in activities throughout the day\nActivities: Free and ticketed experiences \n\n\n\nOur activities are designed to make science fun\, creative\, and accessible for visitors of all ages. Stop by throughout the weekend to experiment\, create\, discover\, and explore the spooky side of science! \n\n\n\nExplore the science and engineering hidden inside everyday objects by taking things apart\, investigating their components\, and discovering what's inside. \n\n\n\nThis activity is free. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\nWashington College’s Center for Environment and Society Geospatial Innovation Program \n\n\n\n\nOrganizer Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Categories\n\n\n\nCommunity Event/Open House\, D.I.Y.\, Early Learning\, Earth and Space Science\, Education u0026 Enjoyment\, Environment\, Games and Play\, play\, STEM\, Toddler Sci. Skills
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/take-it-apart-spooky-science-festival-at-because-science-2/
LOCATION:Because Science\, 1759 columbia rd nw\, washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Chemistry,Crafts and Hobbies,D.I.Y.,Early Learning,Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Hands-On Maker Space,Life Sciences,Maker,Makerspace,Physics,play,Robotics,Science and Society,STEM,Technology,Toddler Sci. Skills
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://marylandstemfestival.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/spooky-science-festival-event-photo-2026.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="Because Science":MAILTO:becausesciencedc@gmail.com
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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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://marylandstemfestival.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/md2026defualtsocial.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Free Library":MAILTO:jraab@washcolibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T220000
DTSTAMP:20261009T190125Z
CREATED:20261009T190125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T190125Z
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SUMMARY:Microwave Night by Baltimore Hackerspace
DESCRIPTION:As part of Maryland Stem Festival and Maryland Maker Day\, we're hosting our annual Microwave Night – All of those intrusive thoughts you've had while waiting for the popcorn to finish… we try them out!\n\nYou're encouraged to bring sacrifices\, and we'll be microwaving increasingly questionable items in our parking-lot from 7:30pm until we kill all the microwaves\, probably around 9:00pm.\n\nWe'll also be doing shop tours\, showing off our projects currently in process\, and general open-house things. Hope to see you there! \n\nParking is available in front of and behind the building\, no RSVP is necessary.\n\nFor online participation\, look for our livestream on youtube!
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/microwave-night-by-baltimore-hackerspace/
LOCATION:Baltimore Hackerspace\, 7964 East Baltimore Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event/Open House,Cybersecurity,D.I.Y.,electrical circuits,Energy,Engineering,Makerspace,Robotics,Technology,Woodworking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Baltimore Hackerspace":MAILTO:info@baltimorehackerspace.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T150000
DTSTAMP:20260922T170329Z
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UID:10001494-1792245600-1792249200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:LEGO Club
DESCRIPTION:An interactive program with building challenges with Legos.\nChildren ages 4 and older\, come build with LEGO. A new LEGO building idea every month. Materials must stay at the library. No registration necessary. \n\nNo registration required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/lego-club-11/
LOCATION:Fletcher Library\, 100 S. Potomac St.\, Hagerstown\, Maryland\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Architecture,D.I.Y.,Early Learning,Engineering,Hands-On Maker Space,Makerspace,STEAM,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Free Library":MAILTO:jraab@washcolibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260922T170328Z
CREATED:20260922T170328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T170328Z
UID:10001493-1792234800-1792238400@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Kids Discover/Little Explorers: Luminary Jars
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Kids Discover/Little Explorers: Luminary Jars on Saturday October 19th from 11am-12pm. We'll be using jars\, tissue paper\, glue\, construction paper\, and flameless tealight candles to design pumpkin luminary jars. Ages 3-10. Register online. Hope to see you there! \n\nRegistration required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/kids-discover-little-explorers-luminary-jars/
LOCATION:Fletcher Library\, 100 S. Potomac St.\, Hagerstown\, Maryland\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:D.I.Y.,Hands-On Maker Space,Maker,Makerspace,STEAM,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Free Library":MAILTO:jraab@washcolibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T113000
DTSTAMP:20260914T233708Z
CREATED:20260914T233708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T233708Z
UID:10001422-1792233000-1792236600@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Maryland Maker Day: Screen Free With Hands-On STEM!
DESCRIPTION:Trying to get away from devices that use AI?  Support Maryland Maker Day with us! No devices needed for this hands on program that doesn't require using a computer or AI. Internet safety bingo\, crafts\, experiments and more! \n\nVisit our website
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/celebrate-maryland-maker-day-screen-free-with-hands-on-stem/
LOCATION:Busch Annapolis Library\, 1410 West Street\, Annapolis\, Maryland\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:D.I.Y.,Maker,Makerspace,STEM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T113000
DTSTAMP:20260914T233708Z
CREATED:20260914T233708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T233708Z
UID:10001438-1792233000-1792236600@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Preschool Process Art: Mini Monet
DESCRIPTION:Little artists can explore the world of Claude Monet through playful\, hands-on process art! Children will experiment with colors\, textures\, and brushstrokes inspired by Monet’s impressionist style. Please dress for the mess! \n\nNo registration or fee required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/preschool-process-art-mini-monet/
LOCATION:Deale Library\, 5940 Deale Churchton Rd\, Deale\, MD\, 20751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,D.I.Y.,Early Learning,history,Maker,play,STEAM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T110000
DTSTAMP:20260922T171446Z
CREATED:20260922T171446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T171446Z
UID:10001505-1792231200-1792234800@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Maker/Cricut Club
DESCRIPTION:Join other crafters in creating fun projects with a variety of Cricut machines and heat presses. Each month will feature a different activity. This program is appropriate for ages 12 and up. \n\nRegistration requested.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/maker-cricut-club/
LOCATION:Hancock War Memorial Library\, 231 Hancock Veterans Pkwy\, Hancock\, MD\, 21750\, United States
CATEGORIES:D.I.Y.,Hands-On Maker Space,Maker,Makerspace,STEAM,STEM,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Free Library":MAILTO:jraab@washcolibrary.org
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