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SUMMARY:Weekly Challenge: Make a Solar System Mobile
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Gaithersburg Community Museum to make a mobile of the solar system in celebration of World Space Week. \n\n\n\nThis is a drop-in activity
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/weekly-challenge-make-a-solar-system-mobile/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Community Museum\, 9 S. Summit 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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SUMMARY:Weekly Challenge: Make a Solar System Mobile
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Gaithersburg Community Museum to make a mobile of the solar system in celebration of World Space Week. \n\n\n\nThis is a drop-in activity
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/weekly-challenge-make-a-solar-system-mobile/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Community Museum\, 9 S. Summit 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T110000
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SUMMARY:Weekly Challenge: Make a Solar System Mobile
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Gaithersburg Community Museum to make a mobile of the solar system in celebration of World Space Week. \n\n\n\nThis is a drop-in activity
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/weekly-challenge-make-a-solar-system-mobile/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Community Museum\, 9 S. Summit 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T021639Z
CREATED:20260709T183916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T021639Z
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SUMMARY:STEAM into Native Cultures
DESCRIPTION:Explore what STEAM stands for while also fostering cultural awareness of Native American Heritage. Explore the concept of the medicine wheel\, cardinal directions\, the lunar calendar (through the book Thirteen Moons on a Turtle’s Back)\, and natural patterns/ cycles. Though the activity is mostly self-guided\, staff members will be present to answer any questions or provide further resources. The associated projects and book will be laid out on a table in the museum.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/steam-into-native-cultures/
LOCATION:Montpelier Historic Site and Museum\, 9650 Muirkirk Road\, Laurel\, Maryland\, 20708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Earth and Space Science,Life Sciences,Science and Society
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montpelier Historic Site and Museum":MAILTO:kade.sawyer@pgparks.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T160000
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SUMMARY:Weekly Challenge: Make a Solar System Mobile
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Gaithersburg Community Museum to make a mobile of the solar system in celebration of World Space Week. \n\n\n\nThis is a drop-in activity
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/weekly-challenge-make-a-solar-system-mobile/2026-10-10/
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Community Museum\, 9 S. Summit 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T150000
DTSTAMP:20260914T233707Z
CREATED:20260914T233707Z
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SUMMARY:Eco Adventures: Fear Factor
DESCRIPTION:Don’t make eye contact…think good thoughts…cross your fingers. Please\, please\, please\, not the spider. These are all thoughts that might run through your mind as you experience Fear Factor! \n\nThis program is being hosted by Eco Adventures. \n\nNo registration or fee is required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/eco-adventures-fear-factor/
LOCATION:Deale Library\, 5940 Deale Churchton Rd\, Deale\, MD\, 20751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Sciences,Conservation,Earth and Space Science,Environment,Life Sciences,oceanography,Science and Society,STEM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T160000
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CREATED:20260917T201248Z
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UID:10001520-1791716400-1791734400@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Challenge: Make a Solar System Mobile
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Gaithersburg Community Museum to make a mobile of the solar system in celebration of World Space Week. \n\n\n\nThis is a drop-in activity
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/weekly-challenge-make-a-solar-system-mobile/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Community Museum\, 9 S. Summit 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260925T122232Z
CREATED:20260917T201249Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Challenge: Earth Sciences Week
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Sciences Week by learning about the rocks and minerals of Maryland and how they are used. \n\n\n\nThis is a drop-in activity.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/weekly-challenge-earth-sciences-week/2026-10-14/
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Community Museum\, 9 S. Summit 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260925T122232Z
CREATED:20260917T201249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T122232Z
UID:10001521-1792062000-1792080000@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Challenge: Earth Sciences Week
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Sciences Week by learning about the rocks and minerals of Maryland and how they are used. \n\n\n\nThis is a drop-in activity.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/weekly-challenge-earth-sciences-week/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Community Museum\, 9 S. Summit 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260923T143048Z
CREATED:20260923T143048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T143048Z
UID:10001507-1792069200-1792076400@marylandstemfestival.org
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:20261015T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T163000
DTSTAMP:20260922T170323Z
CREATED:20260922T170323Z
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SUMMARY:Kids & Tweens STEAM: Will it Float?
DESCRIPTION:Fun and educational STEAM projects for kids aged 6 to 12. Registration requested but not required. \n\nRegistration requested.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/kids-tweens-steam-will-it-float/
LOCATION:Fletcher Library\, 100 S. Potomac St.\, Hagerstown\, Maryland\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Earth and Space Science,Hands-On Maker Space,Life Sciences,oceanography,Physics,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:20261015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260914T233707Z
CREATED:20260914T233707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T233707Z
UID:10001437-1792080000-1792083600@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Hangout
DESCRIPTION:This program is designed for homeschool families to connect\, play\, and create together. Participants can enjoy board games\, chat with friends\, and dive into hands-on crafts\, and more! \n\nNo registration or fee required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/homeschool-hangout/
LOCATION:Deale Library\, 5940 Deale Churchton Rd\, Deale\, MD\, 20751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Sciences,Arts,Conservation,Earth and Space Science,Energy,Engineering,Environment,Game Theory,Life Sciences,Maker,Mathematics,Physics,play,Robotics,Science and Society,STEAM,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T200000
DTSTAMP:20260925T003751Z
CREATED:20260901T181440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T003751Z
UID:10001221-1792087200-1792094400@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Opening Ceremony 2026
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to announce the opening ceremony of the 12th Maryland STEM Festival\, which will take place on October 15th at the University of Maryland College Park Student Union. This landmark event will run from 6:00 to 8:00 PM and promises an engaging\, inspiring program.  The Opening Ceremony will feature interactive STEM activities and fascinating demonstrations highlighting the latest advancements and innovations.   Please mark your calendars and check for more details as the event approaches. We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you and continuing our mission to inspire and educate the next generation of STEM enthusiasts.  Here’s your chance to meet R2D2.  He is joining our Opening Ceremony for the second year!  Meet Sally Ride as portrayed by actress Mary Ann Jung  Organizations represented at the event include  Shimadzu Scientific Instruments \n\n\n\nUS PTO Whiting-Turner  Montgomery College Infrasi \n\n\n\nSpiderBits Robotic Team E-nable Jacobs \n\n\n\nNOAA \n\n\n\nAI for kids podcast \n\n\n\nDPR Construction \n\n\n\nAxis Maryland Space Business Roundtable AI Edu Booz Allen  Lindsay Cordero\, Author Sharon Dorsey\, Author Destination Imagination Rick Williams\, Video Game Developer
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/opening-ceremony-2/
LOCATION:University of Maryland College Adele H. Stamp Union Building\, 3972 Campus Driv\, College Park\, Maryland\, 20742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Health,Life Sciences,Physics,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:20261016T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260925T122232Z
CREATED:20260917T201249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T122232Z
UID:10001522-1792148400-1792166400@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Challenge: Earth Sciences Week
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Sciences Week by learning about the rocks and minerals of Maryland and how they are used. \n\n\n\nThis is a drop-in activity.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/weekly-challenge-earth-sciences-week/2026-10-16/
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Community Museum\, 9 S. Summit 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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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:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T140000
DTSTAMP:20260911T182238Z
CREATED:20260911T182235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T182238Z
UID:10001419-1792231200-1792245600@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Glenelg Country School STEM Fair
DESCRIPTION:Workshops\, clubs\, and interactive activities will be stationed throughout the campus surrounding Glenelg Country School’s High School building. Each station will feature a different area of STEM\, including Robotics\, Rocketry\, Astronomy\, Radio Communication\, and more.\n\nThere will also be hands-on activities that allow visitors to explore STEM concepts in a fun and engaging way. Outside organizations related to STEM will also be invited to attend and share their knowledge\, activities\, and experiences with festival guests.\n\nGuests are also invited to participate in a STEM scavenger hunt! To complete the scavenger hunt\, participants will visit each station and complete an activity along the way. The festival is open to everyone\, and people of all ages are welcome to stop by\, explore\, and enjoy the activities.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/glenelg-country-school-stem-fair/
LOCATION:Glenelg Country School 12793 Folly Quarter Rd\, Ellicott City\, MD 21042\, 12793 Folly Quarter Rd\, Ellicott City\, Maryland\, 21042\, United States
CATEGORIES:Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Life Sciences,Physics,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Glenelg Country School":MAILTO:norab@glenelg.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260925T122232Z
CREATED:20260917T201249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T122232Z
UID:10001523-1792234800-1792252800@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Challenge: Earth Sciences Week
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Sciences Week by learning about the rocks and minerals of Maryland and how they are used. \n\n\n\nThis is a drop-in activity.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/weekly-challenge-earth-sciences-week/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Community Museum\, 9 S. Summit 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260925T152408Z
CREATED:20260707T140843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T152408Z
UID:10001105-1792238400-1792252800@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Dinosaur Park Free Open House
DESCRIPTION:Dinosaur Park offers a free Open House event from 12-4 pm on Saturday October 17th\, during which the public can learn about the plants and animals that called Maryland home during the early Cretaceous Period (115 million years ago)! As part of this community science program\, participants are also invited to help us make new discoveries by assisting with fossil surface collecting. Please note that there is no actual digging during this program\, rather we simply scour the surface to see what new fossils have been exposed through natural erosion. This program does not require any prior registration. Participants will sign up on site. This program is entirely outdoors and weather dependent\, so please keep an eye on the weather and dress appropriately. Please check the Dinosaur Park website to confirm the program is not cancelled due to weather.  \n\n\n\nThe October Open House theme is Maryland Fossil Symbols\, so we will also be highlighting Maryland’s three fossil state symbols: MD Fossil State Shell (Ecphora)\, MD State Dinosaur (Astrodon)\, and the MD State Shark (Megalodon). Learn about the intersection of science and society\, as we discuss the historical significance of these fossils and why we should all take pride in our Maryland fossil symbols.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/dinosaur-park-free-open-house-2/
LOCATION:Dinosaur Park\, 13100 Mid Atlantic Blvd.\, Laurel\, Maryland\, 20708\, United States
CATEGORIES:Earth and Space Science,Life Sciences,Paleontology,Science and Society
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T021639Z
CREATED:20260715T183540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T021639Z
UID:10001118-1792245600-1792249200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Digging It with Science Heroes
DESCRIPTION:With 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-3/
LOCATION:Parkville Carney Library\, 9509 Harford Road\, Parkville\, Maryland\, 21234\, United States
CATEGORIES:Earth and Space Science,Physics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260925T122232Z
CREATED:20260917T201249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T122232Z
UID:10001524-1792321200-1792339200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Challenge: Earth Sciences Week
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Sciences Week by learning about the rocks and minerals of Maryland and how they are used. \n\n\n\nThis is a drop-in activity.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/weekly-challenge-earth-sciences-week/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Community Museum\, 9 S. Summit 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T163000
DTSTAMP:20260911T021645Z
CREATED:20260901T182420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T021645Z
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SUMMARY:Daytime Star Party presented by Southern Maryland Astronomical Society (SMAS)
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be hosting a special “Sidewalk Astronomy” open house\, presented by SMAS!\nThis is a casual\, drop-in event—stop by for a quick look or stay a while. Safely observe the Sun\, explore space-themed exhibits\, and chat with local astronomy enthusiasts.\nSet up near the library’s main entrance\, we’ll have safe solar telescopes and engaging displays ready for curious minds of all ages. Please dress for the day’s weather and be prepared for an outdoor setting. In the event of clouds or poor conditions\, the event will be canceled—there is no rain date.\nSince clear skies are essential\, we encourage you to register for updates and check your email or phone for last-minute notifications.\nHope to see you under the Sun!
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/daytime-star-party-presented-by-southern-maryland-astronomical-society-smas/
LOCATION:Lexington Park Libary\, 21677 FDR Blvd\, Lexington Park\, MD\, 20653\, United States
CATEGORIES:Earth and Space Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="St. Mary's County Library":MAILTO:jhutchison@stmalib.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T213000
DTSTAMP:20260917T201217Z
CREATED:20260917T201154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T201217Z
UID:10001450-1792524600-1792531800@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Observatory Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Maryland Space Grant Observatory will be open\, weather permitting\, from 7:30-9:30 on the evening of Tuesday\, October 20th. A final decision about the weather will be made the day of the event and posted at https://md.spacegrant.org.\n\nThe event will be free and open to the public. Minors must be accompanied by a guardian or chaperone. The observatory is located on the roof of the Bloomberg Center for Physics and Astronomy on JHU's Homewood campus. Visit the observatory webpage https://md.spacegrant.org/observatory-open-house/ for directions and other event information. Come join us for views of the Moon and Saturn\, star clusters\, satellites\, and bright stars! \n\nEvent is free to attend and no registration is required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/observatory-open-house/
LOCATION:Maryland Space Grant / Johns Hopkins University\, 3701 San Martin Dr\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Earth and Space Science,Physics,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Space Grant":MAILTO:collinge@jhu.edu
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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: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:20261024T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T163152Z
CREATED:20260911T163148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T163152Z
UID:10001414-1792848600-1792854000@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Water Quality/Climate Change Science at Masonville Cove
DESCRIPTION:Join us in becoming a water scientist for a day! Learn what it takes to be a water scientist and help with climate change impact data collection! Registration required. \n\nhttps://www.masonvillecove.org/event-info/water-quality-climate-change-science-28/form
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/water-quality-climate-change-science-at-masonville-cove/
LOCATION:Masonville Cove\, 1000 Frankfurst Ave\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Earth and Space Science,Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="Masonville Cove Partnership":MAILTO:cliddell@menv.com
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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:20261026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260914T233709Z
CREATED:20260914T233709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T233709Z
UID:10001421-1793037600-1793041200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Storm Chasing! Stories from a NASA Meteorologist
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about Storm Chasing\, and other impressive things NASA Meteorologists do. We'll offer topics of hurricane hunting\, mobile radar and tornado predictions\, Oh my! \n\nvisit our website
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/storm-chasing-stories-from-a-nasa-meteorologist/
LOCATION:Severna Park Branch Library\, 45 W. McKinsey Rd\, Severna Park\, MD\, 21146\, United States
CATEGORIES:Earth and Space Science,Environment,STEM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T163000
DTSTAMP:20260914T233709Z
CREATED:20260914T233709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T233709Z
UID:10001420-1793201400-1793205000@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:STEAM Wednesday: Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Join the library and Arundel Rivers Federation to get a hands-on demonstration of how we use STEAM to understand our rivers! Participants can test out a dissolved oxygen probe\, a refractometer\, and get a first hand look at a submersible ROV (remote operated vehicle) used for monitoring oyster reefs. \n\nvisit our website
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/steam-wednesday-rivers/
LOCATION:Eastport Annapolis  Branch\, 269 Hillsmere Dr\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Earth and Space Science,Environment,STEM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261102T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261102T150000
DTSTAMP:20260914T233709Z
CREATED:20260914T233709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T233709Z
UID:10001426-1793628000-1793631600@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Cartography for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Maps tell us so much more than where we are. Discover what making maps can reveal about ourselves and try your hand at making a few different maps. \n\nVisit our website
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/cartography-for-kids/
LOCATION:Discoveries: The Library at the Mall\, 2550 Annapolis Mall Road\, Annapolis\, Maryland\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business and Careers,Earth and Space Science,STEM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T170000
DTSTAMP:20260911T021646Z
CREATED:20260901T183236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T021646Z
UID:10001206-1793808000-1793811600@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:AI Quest
DESCRIPTION:A massive storm is brewing over Market Marshes and the river is rising fast! Join us to train a real-time AI forecasting tool and deploy emergency defenses before the town floods.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/ai-quest/
LOCATION:Pocomoke Library\, 301 Market\, Pocomoke City\, 21851\, United States
CATEGORIES:Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Life Sciences,Science and Society,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Worcester County Library":MAILTO:sarena@worcesterlibrary.org
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