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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T160000
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SUMMARY:3D Printing Art
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use the 3D printing program Blender and experiment with 3D pens to make a real 3D sculpture of your own! Grades 6-12.\n\nPlease note that 3D printing takes time! Attendees will be contacted a few weeks after the program to pick up their creation from the library.\n\nA Maryland STEM Festival event. \n\n15 slots
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/3d-printing-art/
LOCATION:Cecil County Public Library\, 2527 Augustine Herman Highway\, Chesapeake City\, Maryland\, 21915\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Computer Science,Hands-On Maker Space,Makerspace,STEAM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cecil County Public Library":MAILTO:rellis@cecilcountylibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260911T022427Z
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SUMMARY:STEM at the Library: LEGO & DUPLO Play
DESCRIPTION:Drop in for an open session of LEGO & DUPLO play! This hands-on STEM program will provide children with the opportunity to use their critical thinking and problem-solving skills to achieve a result. We provide the LEGOs and DUPLOs\, you provide the imagination! For 1-1/2 year olds and up\, with an adult. Free! No registration necessary. Location: Chevy Chase Library\, Meeting Room (lower level). The Chevy Chase Library elevator is currently out of service and undergoing modernization replacement. This program will be held in the downstairs meeting room\, and it will only be accessible by the stairs. Questions about this program? Contact the Chevy Chase Library at 240-773-9590. \n\nFree! No registration necessary.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/stem-at-the-library-lego-duplo-play/
LOCATION:Chevy Chase Library\, 8005 Connecticut Ave.\, Chevy Chase\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Early Learning,Engineering,Hands-On Maker Space,Maker,Makerspace,Mathematics,play,STEAM,STEM,Toddler Sci. Skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montgomery County Public Libraries":MAILTO:loribeth.spector@montgomerycountymd.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T163000
DTSTAMP:20260917T201239Z
CREATED:20260917T201215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T201239Z
UID:10001453-1793028600-1793032200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Maker Lab: Haunted House Circuits
DESCRIPTION:Build your own light‑up haunted house using simple circuits in this spooky STEM adventure. Young makers use LEDs\, batteries\, and switches to power glowing windows\, eerie effects\, and creepy surprises as they explore how electricity brings their haunted creations to life. \n\nfree event
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/maker-lab-haunted-house-circuits/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T140000
DTSTAMP:20260922T170314Z
CREATED:20260922T170314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T170314Z
UID:10001489-1793106000-1793109600@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Physics with LEGO
DESCRIPTION:We will build Lego models and then experiment and rebuild to get different results. \n\nWe will focus on Newton's Laws with each build.\n\nThis will take the full hour so please make every effort to be on time. \n\nRegistration requested.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/physics-with-lego/
LOCATION:Clear Spring Library\, 12625 Broadfording Rd. Clear Spring\, MD 21722 US\, Clear Spring\, MD\, 21722\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engineering,Hands-On Maker Space,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:20261102T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261102T163000
DTSTAMP:20260917T201240Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T201240Z
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SUMMARY:Maker Lab: Ozobot Apple Harvest
DESCRIPTION:Catch as many apples as you can with your Ozobot Apple Catcher and OzoBlockly! \n\nfree event
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/maker-lab-ozobot-apple-harvest/
LOCATION:DC Public Library\, 1547 Alabama Avenue SE\, Washington\, D.C.\, Maryland\, 20032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hands-On Maker Space,Maker,Makerspace,Robotics,STEAM,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="DC Public Library (DCPL)":MAILTO:patricia.ballentine@dc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T183000
DTSTAMP:20260922T170316Z
CREATED:20260922T170316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T170316Z
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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\nNo registration required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/md-stem-fest-at-sharpsburg/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T173000
DTSTAMP:20260914T233710Z
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SUMMARY:Origami 101: The Art of Folding
DESCRIPTION:Learn the art of origami! All ages are welcome to join us as we talk about the art of paper folding and make everything from flowers\, to animals\, & more. \n\nNo prior experience is needed to participate in the fun! \n\nNo registration required and there is no fee to attend.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/origami-101-the-art-of-folding/
LOCATION:Deale Library\, 5940 Deale Churchton Rd\, Deale\, MD\, 20751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,D.I.Y.,STEAM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T163000
DTSTAMP:20260922T170317Z
CREATED:20260922T170317Z
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UID:10001491-1793892600-1793896200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:STEM Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Science related stories and our makerspace supplies will be out.  Let's create together! \n\nNo registration required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/stem-storytime/
LOCATION:Sharpsburg Library\, 106 East Main ST\, Sharpesburg\, MD\, 21782\, United States
CATEGORIES:Early Learning,STEAM,STEM,Storytime,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="Washington County Free Library":MAILTO:jraab@washcolibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260922T170233Z
CREATED:20260922T170233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T170233Z
UID:10001481-1793980800-1793984400@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Clay Animation
DESCRIPTION:This hands on program presented by Karen Wood\, UME 4-H STEM Educator introduces participants to stop-motion animation. The process includes crafting clay characters and filming frame-by-frame to animate a story.\n\nThis program is part of the Ruth Enlow Library's Student Discovery Series. Our volunteer presenters offer a wide variety of enrichment programs for K- 12 students and their families. Space is limited and registration is required. Visit our calendar for upcoming Student Discovery Series events! \n\nRegister on our calendar event page- https://relib.librarymarket.com/event/clay-animation-8817
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/clay-animation/
LOCATION:Grantsville Branch Library\, 102 Parkview Drive\, Grantsville\, Maryland\, 21536\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Maker,STEAM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friendsville Branch":MAILTO:julie@relib.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260922T171436Z
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UID:10001504-1794049200-1794052800@marylandstemfestival.org
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:20261107T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T140000
DTSTAMP:20260914T233710Z
CREATED:20260914T233710Z
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UID:10001432-1794056400-1794060000@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Fall for Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Fall cleanup doesn't have to mean removing everything from your garden.\n\nLearn simple strategies to create habitat and food sources for wildlife\, use the Cut and Drop technique to enrich your soil\, and maintain an attractive yard that both neighbors and nature will appreciate. \n\nLess work for you\, more benefits for wildlife! \n\nNo fee or registration required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/fall-for-wildlife/
LOCATION:Deale Library\, 5940 Deale Churchton Rd\, Deale\, MD\, 20751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Sciences,Conservation,Earth and Space Science,Environment,Life Sciences,STEAM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T160000
DTSTAMP:20260911T025708Z
CREATED:20260911T025705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T025708Z
UID:10001413-1794063600-1794067200@marylandstemfestival.org
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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T163000
DTSTAMP:20260917T201243Z
CREATED:20260917T201219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T201243Z
UID:10001455-1794238200-1794241800@marylandstemfestival.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260922T170048Z
CREATED:20260922T170040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T170048Z
UID:10001496-1794326400-1794326400@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Turkey Zipline Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Karen Wood\, University of Maryland Extension will present an engaging fall science activity where participants will design and construct a zipline and carrier that will successfully transport a toy turkey from the Thanksgiving dinner table back to the farm. Youth will explore the engineering design process while learning concepts such as friction\, balance and momentum.\n\nThis program is part of the Ruth Enlow Library's Student Discovery Series. Our volunteer presenters offer a wide variety of enrichment programs for K- 12 students and their families. Space is limited and registration is required. Visit our calendar for upcoming Student Discovery Series events! \n\nRegister at our library event calendar- https://relib.librarymarket.com/event/student-discovery-series-turkey-zipline-challenge-8687
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/turkey-zipline-challenge/
LOCATION:Oakland Main Library\, 6 North 2nd Street\, Oakland\, Maryland\, 21550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engineering,STEAM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Main Library Oakland":MAILTO:julie@relib.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260914T233710Z
CREATED:20260914T233710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T233710Z
UID:10001434-1794499200-1794502800@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 fee or registration required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/homeschool-hangout-2/
LOCATION:Deale Library\, 5940 Deale Churchton Rd\, Deale\, MD\, 20751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,D.I.Y.,Earth and Space Science,Energy,Environment,Food,Life Sciences,Maker,Mathematics,Physics,play,Robotics,STEAM,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260914T233710Z
CREATED:20260914T233710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T233710Z
UID:10001435-1794652200-1794655800@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Preschool Process Art: Kandinsky Color Party
DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate color in this playful\, process-based art program inspired by artist Wassily Kandinsky! Participants will explore bright colors\, shapes\, and movement through fun\, hands-on painting activities. Please dress for the mess! \n\nNo fee or registration required.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/preschool-process-art-kandinsky-color-party/
LOCATION:Deale Library\, 5940 Deale Churchton Rd\, Deale\, MD\, 20751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,D.I.Y.,Early Learning,Maker,play,STEAM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T235959
DTSTAMP:20260911T021647Z
CREATED:20260904T151458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T021647Z
UID:10001299-1795255200-1795305599@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Fizzy\, Fun\, and Science!
DESCRIPTION:Step into the Fizzy\, Fun\, and Slime Lab\, where young scientists explore the fascinating world of chemistry through colorful\, hands-on experiments! Throughout this interactive STEM experience\, children will investigate scientific concepts such as chemical reactions\, states of matter\, polymers\, absorption\, and cause-and-effect while creating projects they can see\, touch\, and test.Students will experiment with rainbow fizz reactions\, engineer erupting ice cream cone volcanoes\, explore the properties of super absorbent materials while making water bead stress balls\, and investigate polymer science through an assortment of ooey-gooey slime creations. Each activity encourages children to make observations\, ask questions\, predict outcomes\, and discover how everyday materials can produce surprising scientific results. Designed to make science approachable\, memorable\, and fun\, the Fizzy\, Fun\, and Slime Lab combines STEM learning\, sensory exploration\, experimentation\, and creative problem-solving in an energetic laboratory-style experience. It’s the perfect opportunity for curious young scientists to get messy\, think critically\, and discover just how exciting science can be!
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/fizzy-fun-and-science/
LOCATION:Kidcreate Studio 4714 Arcadia Drive Frederick\, MD 21703\, 4714 Arcadia Drive\, Frederick\, Maryland\, 21703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other,STEAM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kidcreate Studio Frederick":MAILTO:Julinemclean@kidcreatestudio.com
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