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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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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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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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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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