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SUMMARY:Robotics Boot Camp at Wheaton Library- Media Lab
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required. Space is limited.Join us for an introductory robotics program presented by two Walter Johnson High School juniors!As technology continues to shape our world\, skills in STEM—especially robotics\, AI\, and engineering—are becoming increasingly essential. At the same time\, learning these skills can be a fun and rewarding experience for kids. This program aims to: spark interest in STEM in our community\, while creating a space for children who may not be able to learn robotics on their own\, and to learn to work as a team to pursue a common goal!Participants will:1st Session: Robot building\, overview of code blocks\, basic movement (turns\, speed adjustment) includes challenges like making a robot\, and a square shape with movement2nd Session: Sensors (sensors explained\, types of sensors\, uses of the sensors\, and then tasks in which sensors need to be used)3rd Session: Attachments (purpose of attachments\, different types of attachments\, attachment mechanics\, coding attachments)4th Session: Introduce and start working on the previous First Lego League challenges for the competition. Finish working on challenges and hold a competition between the 2 teams!Questions about this program? Contact the branch (240) 777-0678.Find out how to Get a Library Card to take full advantage of MCPL’s many resources!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/robotics-boot-camp-at-wheaton-library-media-lab-3/
LOCATION:Wheaton Library\, 11701 Georgia Ave\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts and Hobbies,STEM|Computer and Technology Skills|Arts
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SUMMARY:Robotics Boot Camp at Wheaton Library- Media Lab
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required. Space is limited.Join us for an introductory robotics program presented by two Walter Johnson High School juniors!As technology continues to shape our world\, skills in STEM—especially robotics\, AI\, and engineering—are becoming increasingly essential. At the same time\, learning these skills can be a fun and rewarding experience for kids. This program aims to: spark interest in STEM in our community\, while creating a space for children who may not be able to learn robotics on their own\, and to learn to work as a team to pursue a common goal!Participants will:1st Session: Robot building\, overview of code blocks\, basic movement (turns\, speed adjustment) includes challenges like making a robot\, and a square shape with movement2nd Session: Sensors (sensors explained\, types of sensors\, uses of the sensors\, and then tasks in which sensors need to be used)3rd Session: Attachments (purpose of attachments\, different types of attachments\, attachment mechanics\, coding attachments)4th Session: Introduce and start working on the previous First Lego League challenges for the competition. Finish working on challenges and hold a competition between the 2 teams!Questions about this program? Contact the branch (240) 777-0678.Find out how to Get a Library Card to take full advantage of MCPL’s many resources!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/robotics-boot-camp-at-wheaton-library-media-lab-4/
LOCATION:Wheaton Library\, 11701 Georgia Ave\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts and Hobbies,STEM|Computer and Technology Skills|Arts
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SUMMARY:MD STEM FESTIVAL - Teens & Tweens Learn Basic Image Editing with GIMP Freeware! Earn SSL - In-person
DESCRIPTION:For ages 11-19! Teens & tweens – want to learn how to make basic edits to photos & images using the free software GIMP\, like erasing a pimple from a photo\, or cutting out a figure and matching it to a background’s lighting? This event is for you! Express yourself through digital art and enjoy candy!Join us at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library from 4 PM – 6 PM in the large 3rd Floor Meeting Room. GIMP is a free open-source graphics program available on the library’s public PCs and laptops – similar to Photoshop\, but free! GIMP allows you to create graphics or edit photos using customizable tools and features.Earn SSL by helping us with setup\, designing future library programs\, library program advertising & cleanup/takedown!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 Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library at 240-773-9420.Looking for more things to do at MCPL?Teens\, tweens & adults\, join us Wednesday\, August 26 from 4 PM – 5 PM in McGee Library’s large 3rd Floor Meeting Room and learn how to become a published author from acclaimed Disney/Random House & HarperCollins YA novelist Anna Bright! For ages 11 and up! SSL opportunity & enjoy snacks – no registration! Interested in a career in creative writing or novel writing? Got something you’re working on but need a little help? Want to write a novel\, but aren’t sure where to begin? Ms. Bright will share her career path to becoming a traditionally published author.FreeState Justice\, Maryland’s LGBTQIA+ civil advocacy nonprofit organization\, is offering a free\, confidential legal name change clinic with guidance\, resources\, and support for Maryland residents of all ages! The clinic date is Saturday\, August 29\, 2026\, 2 PM – 4 PM at Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library. The program will take place in the 3rd Floor Meeting Room. Walk-ins are welcome\, registration is encouraged! Earn SSL from the library by assisting at the event\, including preparing & designing future library programs and cleanup/takedown!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-teens-tweens-learn-basic-image-editing-with-gimp-freeware-earn-ssl-in-person/
LOCATION:Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library\, 900 Wayne Avenue 5th Floor\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts and Hobbies,STEM|Computer and Technology Skills|Arts
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SUMMARY:Robotics Boot Camp at Wheaton Library- Media Lab
DESCRIPTION:Registration is required. Space is limited.Join us for an introductory robotics program presented by two Walter Johnson High School juniors!As technology continues to shape our world\, skills in STEM—especially robotics\, AI\, and engineering—are becoming increasingly essential. At the same time\, learning these skills can be a fun and rewarding experience for kids. This program aims to: spark interest in STEM in our community\, while creating a space for children who may not be able to learn robotics on their own\, and to learn to work as a team to pursue a common goal!Participants will:1st Session: Robot building\, overview of code blocks\, basic movement (turns\, speed adjustment) includes challenges like making a robot\, and a square shape with movement2nd Session: Sensors (sensors explained\, types of sensors\, uses of the sensors\, and then tasks in which sensors need to be used)3rd Session: Attachments (purpose of attachments\, different types of attachments\, attachment mechanics\, coding attachments)4th Session: Introduce and start working on the previous First Lego League challenges for the competition. Finish working on challenges and hold a competition between the 2 teams!Questions about this program? Contact the branch (240) 777-0678.Find out how to Get a Library Card to take full advantage of MCPL’s many resources!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/robotics-boot-camp-at-wheaton-library-media-lab-5/
LOCATION:Wheaton Library\, 11701 Georgia Ave\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts and Hobbies,STEM|Computer and Technology Skills|Arts
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