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SUMMARY:Art Exploration Teen Edition: Botanical Art of Alexander Viazmensky
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of art history and learning advanced techniques. We offer two Art Exploration Teen Edition sessions on the fourth Wednesday and fourth Thursday of each month so that even more artists can join in the fun. \nIn October\, we will take a tour through the artistic kingdom of Alexander Viazmensky. Viazmensky is a Russian artist who worked in watercolors to paint eye-catching portraits of plant life. His primary subjects were mushrooms found around Northern Russia\, such as chanterelle\, porcini\, and birch mushrooms. We’ll learn about Viazmensky’s life and then do a cool art project inspired by his art! \nPLEASE NOTE: This program is designed for ages 9 to 18. Younger participants may have difficulty with the projects and/or concepts. \nPlease register each child who will be attending separately and only register for one session each month\, as both Wednesday and Thursday will be the same sessions. \nIf you have questions\, please contact the Potomac Branch at 301-375-7375 or email potomacref@ccplonline.org.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/art-exploration-teen-edition-botanical-art-of-alexander-viazmensky-2/
LOCATION:Potomac Branch\, 3225 Ruth B. Swann Drive\, Indin Head\, MD\, 20640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Life Sciences
ORGANIZER;CN="Charles County Public Library":MAILTO:rdavis@ccplonline.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20251001T112612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T201305Z
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SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation Session
DESCRIPTION:We are Montgomery County STEM Volunteer Program\, an educational non-profit (501 c3) organization of retired and working STEM (science\, technology\, engineering\, math) professionals who volunteer our time to go into MCPS schools to bring the real world of STEM into the classroom. We are holding our annual New Volunteer training/orientation session on October 23\, 9.00 am-Noon. If you have the background/experience and are interested in helping students get excited about STEM subjects and how they fit into our everyday lives\, we’d love to hear from you. It’s the start of the new school year so you will be making a valuable contribution to the next generation of STEM professionals. For more information about our program\, please visit the MCPS STEM Professional Volunteer Site: https://sites.google.com/mcpsmd.net/mcps-steam-mentors/mcps-steam-volunteer-program or contact me for more details: Robert Thomas\, MC STEM Volunteer Program Leader robert.james.thomas@verizon.net\, 301-717-0900 \n  \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://mcpsmd.zoom.us/j/88481113569?pwd=fmwVSbiOSLYPrdLiFRGutcaLh2HdHa.1 \nMeeting ID: 884 8111 3569 \nPasscode: 563708 \n 
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/new-volunteer-orientation-session/
LOCATION:Robert Thomas\, Team Leader\, MC STEM Volunteer Program via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chemistry,Earth and Space Science,Environment,Health,Life Sciences,Mathematics,Physics,Science and Society,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T153000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20250912T191946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T191946Z
UID:2227-1761141600-1761147000@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Art Exploration Teen Edition: Botanical Art of Alexander Viazmensky
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of art history and learning advanced techniques. We offer two Art Exploration Teen Edition sessions on the fourth Wednesday and fourth Thursday of each month so that even more artists can join in the fun. \nIn October\, we will take a tour through the artistic kingdom of Alexander Viazmensky. Viazmensky is a Russian artist who worked in watercolors to paint eye-catching portraits of plant life. His primary subjects were mushrooms found around Northern Russia\, such as chanterelle\, porcini\, and birch mushrooms. We’ll learn about Viazmensky’s life and then do a cool art project inspired by his art! \nPLEASE NOTE: This program is designed for ages 9 to 18. Younger participants may have difficulty with the projects and/or concepts. \nPlease register each child who will be attending separately and only register for one session each month\, as both Wednesday and Thursday will be the same sessions. \nIf you have questions\, please contact the Potomac Branch at 301-375-7375 or email potomacref@ccplonline.org.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/art-exploration-teen-edition-botanical-art-of-alexander-viazmensky/
LOCATION:Potomac Branch\, 3225 Ruth B. Swann Drive\, Indin Head\, MD\, 20640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Life Sciences
ORGANIZER;CN="Charles County Public Library":MAILTO:rdavis@ccplonline.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20251001T013033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T013033Z
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SUMMARY:Home School at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a variety of STEM activities\, crafts and more. Please check with Clear Spring Branch manager for details of each month’s event.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/home-school-at-the-library/
LOCATION:Clear Spring Library\, 12625 Broadfording Rd. Clear Spring\, MD 21722 US\, Clear Spring\, MD\, 21722\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chemistry,Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Life Sciences
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Free Library":MAILTO:jraab@washcolibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T173000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20250912T184941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T184941Z
UID:2219-1760977800-1760981400@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Curious Kids
DESCRIPTION:Calling all curious kids! Join us each session to share a story\, art project\, and hands-on STEM activity. Children and adults can have fun and get messy together! Food and natural items may be present.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/curious-kids/
LOCATION:Eldersburg Public Library\, 6400 West Hemlock Drive\, Eldersburg\, MD\, 21784\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Life Sciences,Science and Society
ORGANIZER;CN="Carroll County Public Library":MAILTO:lpicker@carr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20251011T021714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251011T021714Z
UID:2637-1760886000-1760889600@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Family Nature Program: Mysterious World of Bats
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what it is like to be a bat? Come explore the magical and mysterious world of bats through hands-on activities and crafts with Naturalist Timothy Olson. Sponsored by the Middletown Sustainability Committee. (families\, all ages)
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/family-nature-program-mysterious-world-of-bats/
LOCATION:Middletown Branch Library\, 31 East Green St\, Middletown\, MD\, 21769\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Life Sciences
ORGANIZER;CN="Frederick County Public Libraries":MAILTO:rgoetz@frederickcountymd.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20251001T003739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T003739Z
UID:2453-1760785200-1760788800@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Student Discovery Series: Discovery Table
DESCRIPTION:Come and see skulls\, skins\, and shells of the wildlife that call Garrett County home. Live critters will also be visiting the program for attendants to see and touch. Everything is a challenge by choice. Presented by Herrington Manor park rangers.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/student-discovery-series-discovery-table/
LOCATION:Accident Branch\, 106 S. North Street\, Accident\, MD\, 21520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Life Sciences
ORGANIZER;CN="Ruth Enlow Library of Garrett County":MAILTO:julie@relib.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20250912T181555Z
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SUMMARY:UMES Extension 4-H STEM Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 18th from 10 am to 2 pm for a day of hands-on interactive activities. The 2025 University of Maryland Eastern Shore Extension 4-H STEM Expo is a free event that is open to youth of all ages and their families. Located on the UMES campus in our Engineering & Aviation Sciences complex. \nAll are welcome\, whether you are a youth exploring the world of STEM or a parent looking for future opportunities to inspire the next generation. This is the event for you as the events goal is to promote STEM related organizations\, careers\, and degrees. \nThis years exhibitors include:\nUMES Professors from all STEM disciplines\nNASA Wallops Island\nPocomoke State Forrest\nNational Aquarium’s Animal Rescue Division\nAnd more…\nThe 2025 University of Maryland Eastern Shore Extension 4-H STEM Expo coordinated by the University of Maryland Eastern Shore Extension 4-H STEM faculty/staff will be held on Saturday\, October 18th \, 2025\, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. This event will once again be held inside (limited outside space could be used upon request) the UMES Engineering & Aviation Science Complex on campus in Princess Anne\, Maryland. \nWe invite you or a representative from your organization/department to offer an interactive exhibit at this year’s event. The UMES Extension 4-H STEM Festival is part of the broader Maryland STEM Festival\, whose statewide theme is “Energy” (do not worry about following this theme for our event). We ask all exhibitors to have an interactive display/activity station that promotes STEM related careers/degrees that your organization is connected to or meets the statewide theme. Our focus is youth in K-12 and families with past festival years drawing from 175 to 400 participants. \nEach exhibitor will be supplied with a table and 2 chairs (more tables or chairs available upon request). If you need electricity for your table\, please let us know through the JotForm below. The event starts at 10:00 am and we ask you to have your exhibit/activity set up by 9:30 am on October 18th 2025. Breakdown/clean up begins at 2:00 pm. \nPlease consider joining us for another great UMES Extension 4-H STEM Expo. To register your organization/group please complete the Exhibitor Registration Form (https://form.jotform.com/252195123635152 ). We kindly ask that you respond by Friday October 3rd 2025 to give us time to coordinate tables and space. \nPlease share this information with any colleagues or organizations that you think would be willing to take part or attend the event.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/umes-extension-4-h-stem-expo/
LOCATION:UMES Engineering & Aviation Sciences Building\, 30690 University Blvd. S. Kiah Hall 1112\, Princess Anne\, MD\, 21853\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Business and Careers,Chemistry,Earth and Space Science,Engineering,Food,Health,Life Sciences,Mathematics,Physics,Science and Society,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Maryland Eastern Shore Extension 4-H":MAILTO:amclay@umes.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20251012T185636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T103313Z
UID:2674-1760778000-1760788800@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Lower Shore STEM Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning of STEM activities. Meet former astronaut Don Thomas and more. 1st 100 students get a Festival shirt.  The event is in Henson Hall at Salisbury University. Click here for details.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/lower-shore-stem-festival/
LOCATION:Salisbury University\, Henson School of Science & Technology\, 1101 Camden Ave\, Salisbury\, MD\, 21801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engineering,Life Sciences,Makerspace,Science and Society,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20251005T131632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T131632Z
UID:2543-1760715000-1760718600@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:STEM Fun: Pumpkin Palooza
DESCRIPTION:A STEM-based program for preschool-aged children all about our favorite orange gourd! \nParticipants will enhance their motor skills while using tweezers to count pumpkin seeds; practice the scientific method to estimate the height\, weight\, and circumference of provided pumpkins; and participate in a sensory experience by making slime inside of a real pumpkin! This program was designed for preschool and lower elementary aged children. Please register each child attending.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/stem-fun-pumpkin-palooza/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s County Library\, 37600 New Market Road\, Charlotte Hall\, MD\, 20622\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chemistry,Food,Life Sciences,Mathematics
ORGANIZER;CN="St Mary's Library":MAILTO:jhutchison@stmalib.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20251004T142425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T142425Z
UID:2542-1760713200-1760716800@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Tree Detectives
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a study in nature – we’ll chat about leaves and trees\, do some leaf crafting\, and head into the Front Yard Garden to see if we can be tree detectives! \nThis event is intended for preschoolers. Please register each person participating.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/tree-detectives/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s County Library\, 23630 Hayden Farm Lane\, Leonardtown\, MD\, 20650\, United States
CATEGORIES:Life Sciences
ORGANIZER;CN="St Mary's Library":MAILTO:jhutchison@stmalib.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20250909T045327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T045327Z
UID:2259-1760706000-1760713200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:DIY Birdfeeders
DESCRIPTION:Using soy butter and pinecones\, make a treat for the feathered friends in your backyard! Supported by the Abingdon Friends of HCPL.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/diy-birdfeeders/
LOCATION:Abingdon Library\, 2510 Tollgate Road\, Abingdon\, MD\, 21009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Life Sciences
ORGANIZER;CN="Harford County Public Library":MAILTO:mdstemfest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20250915T002221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T002221Z
UID:2286-1760695200-1760698800@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:STEM Day Pumpkin Fun
DESCRIPTION:Join the STEM Day fun at the library! We’ll explore pumpkins with lots of measuring\, weighing\, counting\, and sorting activities!
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/stem-day-pumpkin-fun/
LOCATION:Carroll County Public Library Taneytown\, 10 Grand Drive\, Taneytown\, MD\, 21787\, United States
CATEGORIES:Life Sciences
ORGANIZER;CN="Carroll County Public Library":MAILTO:lpicker@carr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20250928T153751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T153751Z
UID:2427-1760628600-1760632200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Tween STEAM Club: Cloud Hunting
DESCRIPTION:Fun and educational STEAM projects for kids aged 9 to 12. This month we’ll build a cloud hunting viewer and learn about different types of clouds. Registration requested but not required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/tween-steam-club-cloud-hunting/
LOCATION:Alice Virginia and David W. Fletcher Branch (Hagerstown)\, 100 S. Potomac St.\, Hagerstown\, Maryland\, 21740
CATEGORIES:Arts,Earth and Space Science,Life Sciences
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Free Library":MAILTO:jraab@washcolibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20250928T153251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T153251Z
UID:2426-1760544000-1760547600@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Great Scientists Series: Isaac Newton
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about scientists that changed the world\, their lives\, and achievements. Each session will include hands-on activities. This month we will learn about Isaac Newton. Please register online.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/great-scientists-series-isaac-newton/
LOCATION:Smithsburg Library\, 66 W. Water St.\, Smithsburg\, MD\, 21783\, United States
CATEGORIES:Life Sciences,Science and Society
ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Free Library":MAILTO:jraab@washcolibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20250908T042334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T042334Z
UID:2222-1760536800-1760540400@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Advanced STEM Club: Cell Biology
DESCRIPTION:For this program\, we will be learning about the functional components of different types of cells! \nWe offer Advanced STEM Club @ La Plata on the third Wednesday of each month. \nNote: Please register each child who will be attending separately. \nPlease email Sarah Anderson at sanderson@ccplonline.org with any questions.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/advanced-stem-club-cell-biology/
LOCATION:Charles County Public Library\, 10405 O'Donnell Place\, Waldorf\, MD\, 20603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Life Sciences
ORGANIZER;CN="Charles County Public Library":MAILTO:rdavis@ccplonline.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20251001T001854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T001854Z
UID:2472-1760526000-1760529600@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Sensory Scientists
DESCRIPTION:Little ones will become Sensory Scientists as they explore the world through touch\, sight\, smell\, and temperature. From experimenting with ice cubes to dancing on textured tiles\, it will be a fun-filled morning of sensory play!
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/sensory-scientists/
LOCATION:Edmondson Avenue Branch\, 4330 Edmondson Avenue\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engineering,Life Sciences,STEM,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20251002T003009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T003009Z
UID:2537-1759924800-1759928400@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Incorporating STEM into Lights on for Afterschool Events Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Getting ready for Lights On Afterschool?\nMOST is hosting a webinar for OST programs to introduce Genomics Learning Journeys activities you can run during Lights On Afterschool community events. Expect ready-to-use curriculum with low-cost materials\, facilitation tips and more. \n? Register: https://bit.ly/LightsOnGenomics
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/incorporating-stem-into-lights-on-for-afterschool-events-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Life Sciences
ORGANIZER;CN="Maryland Out of School Time Network":MAILTO:csnyder@mostnetwork.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T065634
CREATED:20250901T034757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T034757Z
UID:2158-1757608200-1757613600@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:A Brief Exploration of Synthetic Biology
DESCRIPTION:Explore the exciting world of synthetic biology with the Baltimore Underground Science Space’s Baltimore BioCrew iGEM team! We will build a double helix and discover an error in DNA sequencing to learn how synthetic biology may cure a disease. Then we’ll experiment with agar art by “painting” with yeast that has been modified to express color.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/a-brief-exploration-of-synthetic-biology/
LOCATION:Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library\, 1410 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business and Careers,Engineering,Health,Life Sciences,Science and Society
ORGANIZER;CN="Baltimore Underground Science Space's Baltimore BioCrew iGEM team":MAILTO:ann@aacpl.net
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