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SUMMARY:Passive Program Take & Make Fiber Optic Light Experiments
DESCRIPTION:Take and Make Fiber Optic Light Experiments. While supplies last. For Maryland STEM Fest. \n\n\n\nSponsored by Friends of the Library\, Montgomery County\, Inc.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/passive-program-take-make-fiber-optic-light-experiments/
LOCATION:Kensington Park Library\, 4201 Knowles Avenue\, Kensington\, 20895\, United States
CATEGORIES:STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montgomery County Public Library":MAILTO:erika.walston@montgomerycountymd.gov
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SUMMARY:Wind Tubes (4-12yrs)
DESCRIPTION:Various materials will be provided and kids can see what items float\, sink\, or fly out!  This program is a part of the 2026 Maryland STEM Festival. \n\nFree event
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/wind-tubes-4-12yrs/
LOCATION:Queen Anne’s County Library\, 121 S Commerce St\, Centreville\, MD\, 21617\, United States
CATEGORIES:STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Queen Anne's County Library":MAILTO:caitbyrnes@qaclibrary.org
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SUMMARY:STEM at the Library: Space Rocks!
DESCRIPTION:During our hands-on exploration\, we’ll identify the properties of asteroids\, discuss how they form\, and (weather permitting) learn how to measure “impact craters” using water balloons. Finally\, we’ll finish by crafting your very own asteroid to take home.Activities will include some reading\, writing\, and math. Recommended for grades 2-5.We will provide all the materials for this program.This program has been generously sponsored by Friends of the Library\, Montgomery County\, Inc.Questions about this program? Contact the branch 240-777-0678If you are looking for something to do until this program\, take a look at these resources for kids using your library card.Don’t have a card right now? No worries!  Find out how to Get a Library Card.National Geographic Kids – Explore amazing adventures in science\, nature\, culture\, archaeology\, and space. Best for children ages 6–14Gale in Context: Elementary – Children’s magazines and reference booksTumbleBooks – books that read themselves Kanopy Kids- videos and animated booksBookFlix – animated storiesExplora Educators\, Explora Primary School – education resourcesLibrary Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.If you plan to attend with a group of ten or more\, please contact the branch at least one week before the program to discuss how your group might be accommodated.Accommodation RequestsTo request an accommodation\, contact the library branch where you want the accommodation. If they are unable to help\, or if you need an accommodation for an online resource or event\, complete our Accommodation Request Form online or call Library Administration at 240-777-0002. mh 1.1 01/03/2023
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/stem-at-the-library-space-rocks/
LOCATION:Wheaton Library\, 11701 Georgia Ave\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Crafts and Hobbies,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montgomery County Public Library":MAILTO:erika.walston@montgomerycountymd.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T140000
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SUMMARY:Genetic Tasting -Build Your Own Candy DNA Model To Take Home! - In-person
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun afternoon building with candy to make your very own DNA model!Do you have the same hair as mom? Why are some flowers purple and others pink?DNA is a complex topic. Learn all about DNA and build a DNA model to bring it all into focus. This program is designed for students 8 years old and above. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.We will provide all the materials for this program.Questions about this program? Contact the Olney Library at 240-773-9545Sponsored by Friends of the Library\, Montgomery County\, MD\, Inc.Looking for more fun things to do at MCPL? National Geographic Kids – Explore amazing adventures in science\, nature\, culture\, archaeology\, and space. Best for children ages 6–14Gale in Context: Elementary – Children’s magazines and reference booksKanopy Kids- videos and animated booksDon’t have a card right now?  No worries!  Find out how to Get a Library Card.Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.If you plan to attend with a group of ten or more\, please contact the branch at least one week before the program to discuss how your group might be accommodated.Accommodation RequestsTo request an accommodation\, contact the library branch where you want the accommodation. If they are unable to help\, or if you need an accommodation for an online resource or event\, complete our Accommodation Request Form online or call Library Administration at 240-777-0002.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/genetic-tasting-build-your-own-candy-dna-model-to-take-homea-in-person/
LOCATION:Olney Library\, 3500 Olney Laytonsville Rd\, Olney\, Maryland\, 20832\, United States
CATEGORIES:STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montgomery County Public Library":MAILTO:erika.walston@montgomerycountymd.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T140000
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SUMMARY:Fairytale Engineering: The Three Billy Goats Gruff (Ages 6-9)
DESCRIPTION:Ages 6-9. 45 min. Ticket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.\n\nListen to a version of The Three Billy Goats Gruff\, then design and build a bridge that will keep the three goats safe from the troll! \n\nTicket required. Tickets available 15 minutes before class.
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/fairytale-engineering-the-three-billy-goats-gruff-ages-6-9-2/
LOCATION:Howard County Library System – Elkridge Branch\, Elkridge Branch\, 6540 Washington Blvd.\, Elkridge\, Maryland\, 21075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engineering,STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Howard County Library System":MAILTO:deborah.bosilovich@hclibrary.org
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SUMMARY:School's Out STEM Experience
DESCRIPTION:Kick of the MD STEM Festival by creating a small fiber optic light!This is a free program for kids ages 8-12. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Registration Required.The Maryland STEM Festival is a month-long celebration of science\, technology\, engineering and mathematics designed to advance STEM and STEAM education for children and teens that takes place every fall. Questions about this program? Contact the Aspen Hill LibraryLooking for more fun things to do at MCPL?Take a look at these STEM resources available with a library card. Don’t have a card right now?  No worries!  Find out how to Get a Library Card.Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.Accommodation RequestsTo request an accommodation\, contact the library branch where you want the accommodation. If they are unable to help\, or if you need an accommodation for an online resource or event\, complete our Accommodation Request Form online or call Library Administration at 240-777-0002.cm 1.1 01/03/2023
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/schools-out-stem-experience/
LOCATION:Aspen Hll Library\, 4407 Aspen Hill Rd.\, Rockville\, 20853
CATEGORIES:STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montgomery County Public Library":MAILTO:erika.walston@montgomerycountymd.gov
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260929T200824Z
CREATED:20260929T200824Z
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UID:10001579-1792162800-1792166400@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:School's Out STEM Experience
DESCRIPTION:Kick of the MD STEM Festival by creating a small fiber optic light!\nThis is a free program for kids ages 8-12. All children must be accompanied by an adult.\nRegistration Required.\nThe Maryland STEM Festival is a month-long celebration of science\, technology\, engineering and mathematics designed to advance STEM and STEAM education for children and teens that takes place every fall. \n\nQuestions about this program? Contact the Aspen Hill Library \n\nRegistration opens October 2\, 2026.\nRegister here: https://mcpl.libnet.info/event/17071836
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/schools-out-stem-experience-2/
LOCATION:Aspen Hll Library\, 4407 Aspen Hill Rd.\, Rockville\, 20853
CATEGORIES:Engineering,fiber optics,STEM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T163000
DTSTAMP:20260916T142832Z
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SUMMARY:LEGO Club
DESCRIPTION:Come for brick-snapping fun! Design and build your own fantastic creations. We'll supply the Legos – you bring the creativity! \n\nVisit our website
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/lego-club-9/
LOCATION:Glen Burnie Branch Library\, 1010 Eastway\, Glen Burnie\, MD\, 21060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engineering,STEM
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UID:10001428-1792164600-1792168200@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:Lego Club
DESCRIPTION:Come for brick-snapping fun! Design and build your own fantastic creations. We’ll supply the Legos – you bring the creativity! \n\n\n\nCome for brick-snapping fun! Design and build your own fantastic creations. We’ll supply the Legos – you bring the creativity! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Event/Open House\, STEAM\, STEM
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/lego-club-13/
LOCATION:Glen Burnie Branch Library\, 1010 Eastway\, Glen Burnie\, MD\, 21060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engineering,STEM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260922T170332Z
CREATED:20260922T170332Z
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UID:10001495-1792173600-1792180800@marylandstemfestival.org
SUMMARY:The Instrumentation of Biotech – Meet the Toys of the UMBC Applied Biotech Labs at Shady Grove
DESCRIPTION:Step behind the scenes and experience the cutting-edge technology driving the future of biotechnology.\n\nJoin us at UMBC-Shady Grove’s Biomedical Sciences and Engineering (BSE) Education Facility for an exclusive\, up close look at our applied biotechnology labs inside the six-level\, 220\,000-square-foot facility designed for real-world workforce preparation.\n\nThis event will kick off with a general opening session before diving into guided tours of our advanced lab spaces. You’ll get an up-close look at the state-of-the-art instrumentation—the “toys”—that prepare students for high-demand careers across healthcare\, biosciences\, engineering\, and computational science.\n\nNote: There will be two guided tours offered during this event. Students and guests should plan to arrive at either 5:30 pm or 6:00 pm. \n\nhttps://events.blackthorn.io/en/3t1z5Tf7/g/7m0TvNap6M/instrumentation-of-biotech-5a2HVX23otZ/overview
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/the-instrumentation-of-biotech-meet-the-toys-of-the-umbc-applied-biotech-labs-at-shady-grove/
LOCATION:UMBC-Shady Grove\, 9630 Gudelsky Drive\, Rockville\, Maryland\, 20850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biotech,Life Sciences,STEM,Technology
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ORGANIZER;CN="UMBC - Shady Grove":MAILTO:kcasim1@umbc.edu
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