Maryland STEM Festival

AI Story Lab
2026-10-22 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Berlin Branch, 13 Harrison Avenue, Berlin, MD, 21811, United States
Can you out-story AI? We’ll create a story prompt, then compare our own stories to one generated by AI. Drawings from both you and AI make the challenge even more fun!

Little STEAMers: Ramps & Rollers
2026-10-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Lexington Park Libary, 21677 FDR Blvd, Lexington Park, MD, 20653, United States
Construct ramps, engineer marble runs, and conduct experiments to find out what rolls, what slides, and how to make things roll faster and further.

STEM - SNACKS! (...but make it Science!)
2026-10-23 14:30 - 16:00 | Lansdowne Library, 500 3rd Avenue, Lansdowne, MD, 21227, United States
We will make ice cream in a bag two different ways – once using salt with the ice and once without salt. We will explain the science behind using salt. We will also do a taste test of juice to determine the impact of color on our taste buds.

Girl STEM-Powerment Event
2026-10-24 10:00 - 12:30 | New Town High School, 4931 New Town Blvd,, Owings Mills, 21117, United States
STEM Professional Women and Educators discuss their fields and careers. There will be demonstrations and activities

LEGO Design Challenge
2026-10-24 10:30 | Perry Hall Library, 9685 Honeygo Blvd, Perry Hall, MD, 21128, United States
Drop in and test your creative problem-solving skills by tackling our monthly challenges.

STEAM Hour: Deep Learning Models
2026-10-24 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-25 10:30 - 11:30 | College Park Aviation Museum, 1985 Corporal Frank Scott Dr, College Park, MD, 20740, United States
Join our educators at this hands-on activity where creativity takes flight! This interactive, educator-led program allows visitors to design and build their creations. Part makerspace, part mini-science lesson, this is perfect for budding engineers and aviation enthusiasts. This month, celebrate Maryland STEM Festival with us to learn about how deep learning models for image recognition run with a hands-on activity using Ozobots. Drop in anytime during the hour to explore the wonders of aviation and technology through play.
This program is ideal for learners ages 6-12. No registration required; Free; includes museum admission.

AI Explorers: Understanding Artificial Intelligence
2026-10-24 14:00 - 15:00 | On-line
Artificial intelligence is changing the way we learn, create, communicate, and solve problems. Join Wicomico Public Library for a four-part virtual series during the Maryland STEM Festival designed for tweens and teens ages 11–17.

Through interactive activities, live demonstrations, discussions, and hands-on challenges, participants will explore how AI works, how chatbots are trained, why AI sometimes gets things wrong, and what responsible AI use looks like. We’ll examine real-world examples of artificial intelligence and discuss the opportunities and challenges these technologies create for our future.

This is an on-line event

Participants may attend individual sessions or the entire series. Sessions will be recorded and made available on the library website. Saturdays: 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, and 11/14 at 2:00.

"Hive Mentality"-Hive Dive at Serenity Ridge Nature Preserve & Natural Burial Cemetery
2026-10-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Serenity Ridge Nature Preserve, 2406 Rig3e Road, Windsor Mill, MD, 21244, United States
Check out how “Hive Intelligence” works. Suit up in a bee suit at our “Hive Dive”. Check on the queen. Make sure she is laying new eggs. Hopefully spot her. Check on honey production. Give them more room to produce more honey and remove any frames that are capped off fully with honey. Check on the resources and overall numbers for the hive. You’ll gain a new perspective of what is going on in the hive, what the bees are doing, and details about their work. Optional: Learn about natural burial and how it is beneficial to the environment.

Digging It - with Science Heroes
2026-10-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Pikesville Library, 1301 Reisterstown Rd, Baltimore, Maryland, 21208, United States
Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive S.T.E.M. show for the whole family.

With help from audience volunteers, we’ll conduct exciting experiments about the changing states of matter, pressure, and more — while raising a shovel to scientists who work with dirt! If you didn’t already love science, you’ll really ‘dig it’ after seeing Science Heroes in action!

Digging It - with Science Heroes
2026-10-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Pikesville Library, 1301 Reisterstown Rd, Baltimore, Maryland, 21208, United States
With help from audience volunteers, we’ll conduct exciting experiments about the changing states of matter, pressure, and more — while raising a shovel to scientists who work with dirt! If you didn’t already love science, you’ll really ‘dig it’ after seeing Science Heroes in action!

Adventures in STEM: Mythbusters - Laws of Motion and Practice Makes Perfect
2026-10-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Woodlawn Public Library, 6660 Security BLVD Suite 13, Maryland, 21207, United States
Use your science smarts to figure out whether popular science myths are actually true! Test your hypotheses with fun activities and experiments!

STEM Micro-Explorers
2026-10-27 18:30 - 19:30 | Arbutus Branch, 855 Sulphur Spring Rd, Arbutus, MD, 21227, United States
Discover the hidden details of everyday objects. Gather outdoor specimens then examine them with various types of magnifiers and microscopes.

Drones 101
2026-10-28 16:30 - 17:30 | Ocean Pines Library, 11107 Cathell Road, Berlin, MD, 21811, United States
Learn how to fly drones from Worcester Tech teacher Valerie Zienty!

STEM Fest: Halloween STEAM
2026-10-29 16:30 - 17:30 | Ocean Pines Library, 11107 Cathell Road, Berlin, MD, 21811, United States
Experiment with ghosts, spiders and magnets!

Allied Healthcare Career Day at Johns Hopkins
2026-10-31 09:00 - 12:00 | Johns Hopkins Hospital – Turner Concourse, 720 Rutland Avenue, Baltimore, 21205, United States
We will have experiential tables representing many of the Allied Health Programs available at Johns Hopkins. Students will have a chance to do an activity, ask questions and network with new people. We will also have snacks and giveaways for this free event. Students can go at their own pace, no set schedule.

STEM-o-Ween: Stomp Rockets
2026-10-31 14:00 - 15:00 | White Marsh Library, 8133 Sandpiper, Baltimore, MD, 21236, United States
Design and launch a Halloween themed stomp rocket. Limited space available; first come, first served. Tickets available 15 mins before program.

STEM Fest: ChompSaw Cardboard Challenge
2026-11-02 09:00 - 2026-11-07 17:00 | Snow Hill Branch, 301 Bank Street, Snow Hill, Maryland, 21863, United States
Stop by the library any time this week to use our kid-safe cutting tool to make fun and fantastical cardboard creations.

STEM at the Library: Squishy Circuits
2026-11-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Olney Library, 3500 Olney Laytonsville Rd, Olney, MD, 20832, United States
Join us for an afternoon of STEM for the Maryland STEM Festival! We will be learning about electricity through building squishy circuits. This hands-on program will provide children with the opportunity to use their critical thinking and problem-solving skills to achieve a result.
This program is designed for children 8 years old and above. Per the Guidelines Governing the Use of Montgomery County Public Libraries, children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration is required for this program. Registration will be forfeit ten minutes after the start of the program.
We will provide all the materials for this program.
This program is generously sponsored by Science Across America.
Questions about this program? Contact the Olney Library at 240-773-9545.

Adventures in STEM: Mythbusters - Stable Structures and Superhero Strength
2026-11-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Woodlawn Public Library, 6660 Security BLVD Suite 13, Maryland, 21207, United States

ChompSaw Beetle Build
2026-11-03 15:00 - 16:00 | Charlotte Hall Library, 37600 New Market Road, Charlotte Hall, Maryland, 20659, United States
This hands-on activity encourages creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork while transforming ordinary cardboard into a beetle.
Using recycled cardboard, a ChompShop Saw, art supplies, and a little imagination, participants will build their own beetle sculpture. Register to reserve your spot. Walk-ins welcome as space allows.

Let a Peacock Shine!
2026-11-03 16:00 - 17:00 | Long Branch Library, 8800 Garland Ave, Silver Spring, 20901, United States
Each child will receive a battery operated peacock lamp kit to build and take home. Kits are limited and registration is required.

Creating Art with Art-Bots
2026-11-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Boonsboro Library, 401 Potomac St., Boonsboro, MD, 21713, United States
Children will use their engineering skills to develop an art bot to create works of art! Ages 6-12. Free Event

Creating Art with Art-Bots
2026-11-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Boonsboro Library, 401 Potomac St., Boonsboro, MD, 21713, United States
Children will use their engineering skills to develop an art bot to create works of art! Ages 6-12.

AI Quest
2026-11-04 16:00 - 17:00 | Pocomoke Library, 301 Market, Pocomoke City, 21851, United States
A massive storm is brewing over Market Marshes and the river is rising fast! Join us to train a real-time AI forecasting tool and deploy emergency defenses before the town floods.

Challenges Living on the Moon & Mars
2026-11-05 16:30 - 17:30 | Kensington Park Library, 4201 Knowles Avenue, Kensington, 20895, United States
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.

Arts, Technology

Little Plein Air at Adkins Arboretum
2026-11-07 00:00, 2026-11-07 00:00 - 23:59 | Adkins Arboretum, 12610 Eveland Rd, Ridgely, MD, 21660, United States
Plein air painting isn’t just for grown-ups. At Plein Air Adkins, young artists can try their hand at making art en plein air, or “in the open air.”
Little Plein Air is a free event open to artists aged 3–12, all skill levels welcome. Maryland Stem Festival participants must be registered online. This is not a drop-off program. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Adults may check-in their kids at the Visitor’s Center at 10:30 am. If your child needs less than an hour to create their masterpiece, feel free to arrive later.
Kids are welcome to bring their own art supplies, or borrow from the Arboretum. The following supplies will be available:
Crayons
Markers
Colored pencils
Watercolor paints
Printer paper
Cardstock
Clipboards
Drawing boards
Adults should help their child find a special place outside to create. They can sit at a picnic table, on the Meadow Overlook, on a bridge, or anywhere they feel inspired! At 11:30 am, Little Plein Air artists will meet at the picnic tables behind the Visitor’s Center to showcase their work. Every artist will receive a prize and a personalized superlative.
At the conclusion of Little Plein Air, kids and their adults are welcome to observe Plein Air Adkins artists and stay to watch the judging.

Family Nature Walk at Woodend Nature Sanctuary
2026-11-07 09:00 - 10:00 | Woodend Nature Sanctuary, 8940 Jones Mill Road, Chevy Chase, Maryland, 20815, United States
Explore Woodend with your family this November! Expert naturalists will lead participants on a leisurely stroll through the habitats of our 40-acre nature sanctuary. Witness the trees change color, meadows turn to seed, birds migrate south, and animals prepare for winter at Woodend. Limited to 10 families. Only register one adult when signing up.

JHU-SOM One Day Mini Med School
2026-11-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Johns Hopkins University, 1812 Ashland Ave, 4th Floor, Baltimore, MD, 21205, United States
One Day Mini Medical School provides high school and undergraduate students with the opportunity to explore careers in medicine with Johns Hopkins Medicine students, residents and faculty. This program is open to students who are interested in learning more about the roadmap to becoming the next generation of diverse doctors!
You can look forward to…
1. Meeting the JHSOM Assistant Deans of Diversity Equity Inclusion and the House Staff Diversity and Inclusion Council.
2. Learning about Pathway Programs at Johns Hopkins for students like yourself!
3. Listen to various physicians discuss their journey to medicine.
4. High schoolers prepare yourself for college, undergraduates prepare yourself for medical school.
5. Interactive workshops such as Stop The Bled and CPR.
