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SUMMARY:MD STEM Fest at Sharpsburg
DESCRIPTION:In honor of the MD STEM Festival\, all of our makerspace supplies will be out!  Let’s create together!   All ages \n\n\n\nNo registration required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/md-stem-fest-at-sharpsburg/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:Sharpsburg Library\, 106 East Main ST\, Sharpesburg\, MD\, 21782\, United States
CATEGORIES: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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SUMMARY:Mathnasium Game Night
DESCRIPTION:We will open the Center from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm and have all of our games and activities available to play. There will be coloring\, building with LEGO\, strategy and math related board and card games. Free and open to anyone in the community. \n\nNo reservation or fee required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/mathnasium-game-night/
LOCATION:Mathnasium of Gambrills – 2616 Chapel Lake Dr\, Suite B\, Gambrills MD 21054\, 2616 Chapel Lake Dr.\, Gambrills\, Maryland\, 21054\, United States
CATEGORIES:Architecture,Arts,Community Event/Open House,Crafts and Hobbies,Early Learning,Engineering,Games and Play,Hands-On Maker Space,Mathematics,play,STEAM,STEM,Videogames
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathnasium of Gambrills":MAILTO:gambrills@mathnasium.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T110000
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SUMMARY:Kids Discover/Little Explorers: Silly Scarecrows
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Kids Discover/Little Explorers: Silly Scarecrows on Saturday\, November 7th from 11am-12pm. We'll be using paper plates\, construction paper\, and lots of recycled colorful art materials to create our own silly scarecrows. We'll also be learning about fall\, farms\, and scarecrows.  Ages 3-10. Register online. Hope to see you there! \n\nRegistration required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/kids-discover-little-explorers-silly-scarecrows/
LOCATION:Fletcher Library\, 100 S. Potomac St.\, Hagerstown\, Maryland\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:D.I.Y.,Early Learning,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:20261107T150000
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SUMMARY:Peacock Fiber-Optic Lamps
DESCRIPTION:Make a Peacock Fiber-Optic Lamp with a BeAndge kit. Elementary-school-aged children will learn about light transmission\, fiber optics\, and engineering principles while making a peacock with a colorful light-up tail. All supplies\, tools and batteries provided. Registration required. Register on the library’s website\, beginning on 10/1/2026. Questions about this program? Contact the Chevy Chase Library at 240-773-9590. \n\n\n\nFree! Register on the library’s website\, at. Registration begins on 10/1/2026.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/peacock-fiber-optic-lamps-2/
LOCATION:Chevy Chase Library\, 8005 Connecticut Ave.\, Chevy Chase\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:electrical circuits,Energy,Engineering,fiber optics,Hands-On Maker Space,light,Maker,Makerspace,STEAM,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montgomery County Public Libraries":MAILTO:loribeth.spector@montgomerycountymd.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T153000
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SUMMARY:Maker Lab: DINOvember Xtool Laser Sculptures
DESCRIPTION:Roar into DINOvember with a hands‑on STEM adventure!  Create your own dinosaur sculpture with the XTOOL laser cutter.  Explore how computers guide machines\, watch your dino pieces get cut with super‑precise beams\, and then build a 3D dinosaur to take home. \n\nfree event
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/maker-lab-dinovember-xtool-laser-sculptures/
LOCATION:DC Public Library\, 1547 Alabama Avenue SE\, Washington\, D.C.\, Maryland\, 20032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hands-On Maker Space,Maker,Makerspace,STEAM,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="DC Public Library (DCPL)":MAILTO:patricia.ballentine@dc.gov
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SUMMARY:Measure\, Make & Build: Veterans Day STEM Camp
DESCRIPTION:🗓️ Camp Options\nMorning Session: 9am–12pm • Recommended for ages 5–11 • $34\n\nAll-Day Session: 9am–5pm • Recommended for ages 7–11 • $58\n\nLocation: The Craft Lab at Because Science\, 1759 Columbia Rd NW\, Washington\, DC\n\n📏 Morning: Measure & Explore\nWe’ll start with playful games and drawing to get to know each other\, then investigate how and why we measure things.\n\nCampers will:\n\nMake their own calipers\, a tool for measuring an object’s dimensions.\n\nGo on a measurement scavenger hunt using rulers\, measuring tapes\, and calipers.\n\nTake on a paper-chain challenge: How long a chain can you build from just one sheet of construction paper?\n\nPractice describing observations\, comparing results\, and working together.\n\n🌉 Afternoon: Balance & Build\nAll-day campers will continue with engineering challenges designed for older kids:\n\nBuild a balance scale and explore how to compare weights.\n\nDesign and construct a bridge that can support different loads.\n\nTest their creations\, observe what happens\, and use what they learn to improve their designs.\n\n🎒 Drop-Off\, Lunch & Pickup\nDrop-off begins at 8:50am.\n\nLunch is 12pm–1pm. Please bring your own lunch; filtered water will be available.\n\nMorning campers may stay no later than 1pm.\n\nLunchtime is downtime. We'll supply legos and other simple projects to engage kids\n\nAll-day pickup is at 5pm.\n\nAt drop-off\, we’ll collect emergency contact and allergy information for campers new to Because Science.\n\n👩🔬 Meet Your Instructor: Lara Azar\nLara has been part of the Craft Lab at Because Science since July 2024\, bringing over two years of experience helping our community explore science through hands-on activities. She believes science should feel accessible and inviting\, and enjoys using questions\, games\, and creative projects to help learners build confidence and think critically.\n\nHer STEM education background includes working as a science educator at Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry\, where she engaged visitors in activities covering science\, technology\, engineering\, and medicine. Lara also holds a master’s degree in Communication and Media Studies from the London School of Economics and has worked in media literacy education and research\, including at IREX. Her approach connects scientific curiosity with the skills to ask thoughtful questions\, evaluate information\, and explore ideas independently.\n🎟️ Cancellation Policy & Terms\nThe cancellation deadline is November 8\, 2026.\n\nRegistrations cancelled after November 8 are nonrefundable but transfers to other children or families are welcome\, just let us know. \n\nPlease get in touch if a situation arises\, as we may be able to make alternative arrangements.\n\nPlease note that the age ranges provided are an estimate so that you can select the camp that is appropriate for your child's abilities. We don't recommend the afternoon session for kids under 6 because they struggle to stay focused the entire day and can become upset. We can only accept children that can use the restroom independently. If a child is disruptive\, unable to regulate themselves\, or experiencing duress\, we will call you to request a pickup or to have an adult present to assist. Please let us know how we can make your child comfortable so they can enjoy the camp!\n\nQuestions? The fastest way is texting us at 571-549-8028 or emailing us at theCraftLab@BecauseScienceDC.com\nBy purchasing a ticket\, you agree to these terms. \n\nPurchase tickets on our website: https://becausesciencedc.com/products/measure-make-build-veterans-day-stem-camp-november-11-2026?variant=67638098362502 \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\nDC Public Library (DCPL) \n\n\n\n\nOrganizer Website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Categories\n\n\n\nHands-On Maker Space\, Maker\, Makerspace\, Robotics\, STEAM\, STEM
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/measure-make-build-veterans-day-stem-camp/
LOCATION:Because Science\, 1759 columbia rd nw\, washington\, DC\, 20009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Architecture,Early Learning,Engineering,Hands-On Maker Space,Physics,play,Science and Society,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Because Science":MAILTO:becausesciencedc@gmail.com
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