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SUMMARY:Let a Peacock Shine!
DESCRIPTION:Each child will receive a battery operated peacock lamp kit to build and take home. Kits are limited and registration is 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 branch 240-777-0910Looking 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/let-a-peacock-shine/
LOCATION:Long Branch Library\, 8800 Garland Ave\, Silver Spring\, 20901\, United States
CATEGORIES:STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montgomery County Public Library":MAILTO:erika.walston@montgomerycountymd.gov
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SUMMARY:Teen STEM: Make a DIY Fidget Toy
DESCRIPTION:Make a fidget toy with materials such as soda tabs\, beads\, balloons\, & more!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 branch at 240-773-9410Looking 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.Sponsored by Friends of the Library\, Montgomery County\, MD\, Inc.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/teen-stem-make-a-diy-fidget-toy/
LOCATION:aspen hill
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:20261105T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T173000
DTSTAMP:20260911T022553Z
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SUMMARY:MD STEM FESTIVAL: Challenges Living on the Moon & Mars
DESCRIPTION:What are the human and robotic challenges living on the Moon and Mars? Join us for a visual presentation from NASA Solar Ambassador Dr. Cailtin Ahrens and scientist Ramin Lolachi to find out! For ages 6-10.Dr. Caitlin Ahrens is a graduate of West Virginia University with Bachelor of Science degrees in Geology and Physics with an emphasis in Astrophysics. Dr. Ahrens attended the graduate program in Space and Planetary Science at the University of Arkansas and received her PhD in May 2020 with her research on ices on Pluto. She is now an assistant research scientist at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center and works on planetary civil engineers and exploration risk.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 branch 240-773-9515Looking 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/md-stem-festival-challenges-living-on-the-moon-mars/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260911T022458Z
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SUMMARY:STEM Fest Friday
DESCRIPTION:In honor of the Maryland STEM Festival\, we are showcasing a variety of hands-on technology. Each week we will highlight something new. Stop by and check it out!
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/stem-fest-friday-3/
LOCATION:Harford County Public Library\, 120 N. Union Ave\, Havre de Grace\, Maryland\, 21078\, United States
CATEGORIES:STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Harford County Public Library":MAILTO:mdstemfest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T103000
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SUMMARY:Fiber Optic Friends
DESCRIPTION:Be a part of the Maryland STEM Festival by creating a small fiber optic friend at the Quince Orchard Library! All materials provided.This is a free program for kids ages 7-12. All children must be accompanied by an adult.Registration Required. Please sign up each child.Questions about the program? Contact the Quince Orchard Library branch at 240-777-0200.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. Looking 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/fiber-optic-friends/
LOCATION:Quince Orchard Library\, 15831 Quince Orchard Road\, Gaithersburg\, Maryland\, 20878\, 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:20261107T123000
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SUMMARY:STEM Fest Extravaganza! presented by FTC team 47 Beavers
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the 13th anniversary of the Maryland STEM Festival\, Gaithersburg Library is partnering with local teen robotics team\, 47 Beavers\, to bring you a STEM Fest Extravaganza!Come experience engineering challenges with hands on science stations and meet people who work in different STEM fields. Activities include:building a balloon powered car\,designing a mini catapult\,constructing a marshmallow tower\,experimenting different physical forces with Imagination Playgrounds Blue Blocks\,and more!For 1st to 8th graders\, but families of all ages welcome. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program. Questions about this program? Contact the Gaithersburg Library at 240-773-9490.This program is co-sponsored by Friends of the Library\, Montgomery County\, Inc.Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.Accommodation RequestsPeople who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.OF ST NREG 1.0 07/13/2021
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/stem-fest-extravaganza-presented-by-ftc-team-47-beavers/
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Library\, 18330 Montgomery Village Ave.\, Gaithersburg\, MD\, 20879\, 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:20261107T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T160000
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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:20261109T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T180000
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SUMMARY:Teen STEM - Build a Candy DNA Model
DESCRIPTION:Explore the building blocks of life in this fun and interactive STEM program! Participants will learn about the structure of DNA and how genetic information is organized—all while constructing their own colorful DNA models using candy.As we twist\, pair\, and connect our sugary “nucleotides\,” we’ll dive into concepts like base pairing\, double helix design\, and why DNA is so important to living things. This hands-on activity encourages curiosity\, critical thinking\, and a sweet introduction to biology.All materials are provided\, and the program is perfect for budding scientists.This program is for Middle and High Schoolers only. No 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 branch 240-777-0678.Looking 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/teen-stem-build-a-candy-dna-model/
LOCATION:Wheaton Library\, 11701 Georgia Ave\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, 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:20261110T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T173000
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SUMMARY:STEAM Club
DESCRIPTION:For Grades 1st to 5th. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.No registration required! Questions about this program? Contact the Gaithersburg Library at 240-773-9490This program is co-sponsored by Friends of the Library\, Montgomery County\, Inc.Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.Accommodation RequestsPeople who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.OF ST NREG 1.0 07/13/2021
URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/steam-club/
LOCATION:Gaithersburg Library\, 18330 Montgomery Village Ave.\, Gaithersburg\, MD\, 20879\, 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:20261114T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T160000
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SUMMARY:Science Saturday - Computers and Coding
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what makes your favorite apps and games actually work? Join Science Connections as we crack the code behind computers! We’ll explore the language computers use to talk to each other\,practice thinking like a computer\, and try our hand at simple programming challenges. You don’t need any experience — just bring your curiosity and get ready to debug your way to success! Registration required.  Register online or call 240-773-9550 beginning 3 weeks before the event.  For children ages 6 – 10.  Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library\, Montgomery County.Questions about this program? Contact the branch: The Maggie Nightingale Library at 240-773-9550If 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.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/science-saturday-computers-and-coding/
LOCATION:Maggie Nightingale Library\, 19633 Fisher Avenue\, Poolsville\, MD\, 20837\, United States
CATEGORIES:STEM
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ORGANIZER;CN="Montgomery County Public Library":MAILTO:erika.walston@montgomerycountymd.gov
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