Maryland STEM Festival

Teen Film Club
2025-11-13 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Charles County Public Library, 10405 O'Donnell Place, Waldorf, MD, 20603, United States
We will progressively go through the process of writing scripts, pre-production filming, and post production of movies including promotional projects for the library. Recommended for Teens.

Light it Up with the Laser
2025-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Glenwood Branch, : 2350 MD-97, Cooksville, MD, 21273, United States
Ready to light up your ideas? Dive into real-world STEM fun in the Glenwood Branch + Makerspace as you design and build your own edge-lit acrylic sign. Use the laser cutter, creative thinking, and a splash of science to make something that literally shines.

GIrl STEM Powerment
2025-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Severna Park High School, 60 Robinson Road, Severna Park, MD, 21146, United States
Join us for an evening with Women STEM professionals and educators as they discuss their fields and careers. Fields such as biotech, Information Technology, Energy, and more will be highlighted. Presented by the Maryland Energy Administration
Participating Organizations
AstraZeneca
Applied Technology
Author Judy Stavaley
Earlbeck Gas and Technologies
Edge of Yesterday
General Dynamics-Mission Systems
Institute of Marie and Environmental Technology
Jacobs
Jensen Hughes
KidWind
Nyla Technology Solutions
Pepco
Poetry in Science
Sapphire Rise
Society of Women Engineers
STEAM Superheroes
FlyUSI-Drones
Whiting-Turner

CodeBloom - The 1st Bloom
2025-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Unallocated Space, 1029 Benfield Blvd, Millersville, MD, 21108, United States
Ready to learn to code? This 8-week course is a fun, play-based introduction to Python for students in grades 6-12! Through group activities, worksheets, and online challenges, we’ll show you how the skills you already have can be used to build a foundation in coding! Please sign up at this link beforehand: https://forms.gle/GnipJNjfmzng9QSw8 . We can’t wait to meet you!
GOAL: Our goal is to democratize access to tech for underserved and underrepresented communities. We empower students through coding education, provide seamless transition support, and foster a lifelong community that helps build well-rounded, impactful tech leaders. Let’s plant the skills to grow careers!
THINGS TO BRING: Laptop + Charger, Confirmed access to Google Account
SKILL LEVEL: Introductory to intermediate
PRESENTER: Sam Mosley. Please reach out to me with any question before, during, or after the course at sam.mosley AT codebloom.org 🙂

Classes on 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13. 11/20

Science Slam at Peabody Heights!
2025-11-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 East 30th Street, Baltimore, MD, 21218, United States
Baltimore, it’s Science Slam time! When else can you enjoy a bite while learning remarkable science that is going on in Charm City?
When else can you enjoy a bite and a drink while learning remarkable science that is going on in Charm City? Come join us for a night of 5 min science talks from local scientists and support their efforts to communicate their work!
We are so happy to be able to have this at Peabody Heights and we thank them so much for their support!
BUGSS will host 6 or so local scientists (grad students, postdocs, citizen scientists, etc) to present their work in 5 minutes. We give prizes to the talks that are most creative and best communicated! This is a great way to connect with others, learn diverse topics of science going on right here in Charm City, gain communication skills and experience, enhance chances of collaboration and emerging projects and ideas!
Join us and bring your friends for a fun night don’t miss out on this exciting science filled evening at BUGSS! Korean fusion food available on site!
When: Thursday, November 13 · 7 – 9pm EST
Where: Peabody Heights Brewery
401 East 30th Street Baltimore, MD 21218
Fee: Free! (Donations accepted)
Make sure to register on Eventbrite to secure your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/science-slam-at-peabody-heights-tickets-1743997737179?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Game Your Future Conference
2025-11-14 08:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-15 08:00 - 16:00 | baltimore convention center, 1 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD, 21201, United States
Join us at the Game Your Future Conference, where community, creativity, and career growth collide. Whether you’re a game developer, esports enthusiast, student, or professional in a tangential industry, this is your chance to upskill, get inspired, and build meaningful connections in an evolving job market. With top speakers, hands-on learning, and unmatched networking opportunities, you’ll leave empowered to thrive in gaming—and beyond. This is a three-day event running from 11/14 to 11/16

MD STEM Fest Reading Challenge
2025-11-14 09:00 - 23:30, 2025-11-15 09:00 - 23:30 | Online
Discover the fun of STEM through stories and hands-on challenges! Complete STEM-themed activities and read books to fill your bingo board.

Animal Architects: Engineering for Wildlife
2025-11-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Drive, Baltimore, MD, 21217, United States
Celebrate the Maryland STEM festival with Animal Architects: Engineering for Wildlife, free with Zoo admission.
Join us for Animal Architects at the Maryland Zoo, where you’ll take on the role of a Zoo engineer! This hands-on design challenge invites you to put your problem-solving skills to the test as you create innovative solutions to real-world challenges faced by our animal friends.
From designing habitats that mimic natural environments to crafting enrichment tools that support our zoo keepers and keep animals active and engaged, you’ll learn how science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) come together to support wildlife conservation. Perfect for budding engineers, nature enthusiasts, and curious minds of all ages, this interactive workshop is your chance to understand how modern Zoos provide top-notch animal care and work to conserve wildlife around the world.
Let’s build a better world for wildlife—one design at a time!

Power Up with Choptank Electric Cooperative
2025-11-14 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Wicomico Public Library-Paul S Sarbanes Branch, 122 South Division Street, Salisbury, MD, 21801, United States
Celebrate the Maryland STEM Festival with Wicomico Public Library and Choptank Electric Cooperative! Throughout the month, children of all ages are invited to explore the exciting world of electricity through fun, self-guided activities. Discover how energy is generated, how it travels to your home, and why it matters. Stop by anytime during open hours to learn, play, and get inspired by the power of STEM!

The Chesapeake Mermaid Show
2025-11-14 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-11-15 11:00 - 11:30 | Talbot County Free Library, Easton Branch, 100 W. Dover St, Easton, MD, 21601, United States
Join us for story time, crafts, and lots of fun activities each day of the Waterfowl Festival! There will be opportunities for one-on-one pictures with the mermaid after the shows. The Chesapeake Mermaid is a traveling nature show that focuses on oysters as a critical element in restoring balance to the Bay. This shows runs on 11/14, 11/15 and 11/16

Powwow Dance with Miss Chief Rocka
2025-11-14 11:30 - 12:30 | Brooklyn Park Branch Library, 1 East 11th Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21225, United States
Step into the world of Native American Dance with Miss Chief Rocka as she performs traditional & storytelling dances steeped in cultural richness and rhythmic exploration.
Hailing proudly from the Treaty 6 Territory of amiskwaciy-wâskahikan (Edmonton, Alberta) and a member of Frog Lake First Nation, Miss Chief Rocka brings a unique blend of tradition and contemporary flair to her shows as she performs high energy and dynamic dances from The Fancy Shawl dance, The Jingle Dress Dance and the traditional Hoop dance. Join her for an empowering journey into the heart of Powwow culture, where every step is a celebration of resilience and creativity

MSE3 Community of Practice Webinar
2025-11-14 12:30 - 17:00 | Online
We are delighted to invite you to the next Maryland STEM Education to Employment Ecosystem (MSE3) Community of Practice (CoP) meeting on Friday, November 14, 2025, at 12:30 PM (virtual).

This session marks an exciting milestone as we launch two new Constellations designed to close Maryland’s STEM workforce gaps and we invite you to get involved in building these Constellations:

Ignite AI Maryland – advancing equitable AI learning and integration across K–12 education, inspired by the 2025 statewide AI for Education Summit. Introducing Hour of AI across Maryland to in increase AI literacy and empower Marylanders to become creators, not just consumers, of technology.

The -Ship Yard – Where -Ships are built and launched, One Marylander at a time! This is a statewide effort to expand internships, apprenticeships, externships, scholarships, and Work-Study Co-ops, connecting Maryland students and educators to meaningful STEM career pathways. This is the focus of the 2026 MSE3 Summit.

Register here

Learning how to FunCycle
2025-11-14 13:00 - 14:00 | C. Burr Artz Library, 110 East Patrick St., Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
The department of the Frederick County Division of Solid Waste and Recycling will be presenting an engaging discussion about the benefits of recycling. Learn more about reusing every day materials around your household!

Student Discovery Series: Speed into STEM: Turkey Zipline Challenge
2025-11-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Grantsville Branch, Grantsville Branch, Grantsville, MD, 21536, United States
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.

Kids STEAM Workshop: Power Protectors
2025-11-15 10:30 - 11:30 | Ocean City Library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD, 21842, United States
Join 4-H educator Theresa Maggio on a journey to learn about renewable energy through an exciting, superhero-themed workshop. All supplies provided.

STEM at the Chevy Chase Library: LEGO & DUPLO Play
2025-11-15 10:30 - 11:30 | Chevy Chase Library, 8005 Connecticut Ave., Chevy Chase, MD, 20815, United States
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. No registration necessary. Location: Chevy Chase Library, Meeting Room (lower level)

Be Excited About Math (B.E.A.M.) Fair Presented by Prince George's County Public Schools Elementary Mathematics Department
2025-11-15 10:30 - 12:30 | Oxon Hill Branch, 6200 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD, 20745, United States
Families are invited to join a fun math event where K-5 students rotate through engaging math games led by math teachers and earn prizes. Meanwhile, parents and guardians can learn about the PGCPS Elementary Mathematics curriculum, discover helpful tips for supporting math learning at home, and explore district resources available to boost math achievement.

Kids Discover: Little Bear Apiary
2025-11-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Hagerstown Branch, 100 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD, 21740, United States
Join us for Kids Discover/Little Explorers STEM with special local guest Little Bear Apiary on Saturday November 15th from 11am-12pm. We’ll learn all about beekeeping and have lots of special hands-on activities. Storytime and instruction begin promptly at 11am, but the room is open to complete activities until 12pm. Registration required. Ages 3-10. Hope to see you there!

Ready 2 Read STEM: Ages 3-5
2025-11-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Laurel Branch Library, 507 7th Street, Laurel, MD, 20707, United States
Jump into a world of discovery with hands-on science and math activities! Enjoy lively songs and fun games that make learning exciting. It’s a playful way for little ones to explore STEM concepts while having a great time!

Storytime in the Stars
2025-11-15 11:30 - 12:00 | Smithsburg Library, 66 W. Water St., Smithsburg, MD, 21783, United States
Blast off on a reading adventure! Join us for a stellar story time that will launch your imagination into orbit with tales from across the universe. After the stories, touch down for some out-of-this world crafts and fun! Please register for this event.

Autumn Nature Crafts (families)
2025-11-15 11:30 - 13:00 | Savage Branch Library, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel, MD, 20723, United States
Drop in and make a variety of crafts with natural materials like pressed fall leaves and acorns. Learn why leaves change color and how to identify local threes in the process!

Brownie & Junior Robotics
2025-11-15 12:30 - 17:00 | Maryland Science Center, 601 Light Street, Baltimore, MD, 21230, United States
Girl Scout Brownies and Juniors will learn about robots and programming while building a prototype with easily accessible materials. We will use software to explore robotic programming. Then, the Scouts will showcase their creations to fellow roboticists for feedback.
Additional Information:
Space in the classroom is limited, so we can only allow 1 adult in the classroom per group. That adult must be in the classroom at all times.
Admission to the exhibits is included for the scouts. Reduced admission can be purchased (day of the workshop) for any adults or family members who would like to visit the exhibits outside of the workshop.
Badges are not included. They must be purchased from your organization.

Savoring Science: From Sun to Supper with Photosynthesis
2025-11-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Chesapeake Children’s Museum, 25 Silopanna Rd, Annapolis, MD, 21403, United States
Savoring Science is a hands-on workshop for curious young scientists to explore concepts that make up the food we love. In this month’s workshop, we’ll learn how energy from the sun powers every bite of food we eat. Designed for elementary school students, this workshop connects science and snacks through the concept of photosynthesis—how plants convert sunlight into food—and follows the energy journey through the food chain.
Youth will observe how light affects plants, sequence the journey from sun to supper, explore oxygen bubbles in a photosynthesis-in-a-jar demo, and sort snacks based on whether they come directly from plants or through animals. We’ll conclude with a creative art activity where students draw their own sun-powered meals and reflect on how food is connected to nature and energy.
This program makes energy science fun, relatable, and interactive—perfect for young learners exploring the world around (and inside!) them—part of the Savoring Science monthly workshop series at the Chesapeake Children’s Museum.
Register here. https://www.theccm.org/event-details/savoring-science-from-sun-to-supper-with-photosynthesis

WIE are Makers - Robot Cars
2025-11-15 13:00 - 16:00 | University of Maryland College Park, 4298 Campus Drive, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
Experience Maryland Engineering with WIE are Makers! This workshop for 7th – 12th graders, guided by current Maryland Engineering and IEEE@UMD students, introduces participants to microcontrollers and Arduino as you program a Keyestudio robotic car to complete a challenge.

Community STEM Day
2025-11-15 13:30 - 16:30 | Rockville Science Center, hjlichtman@lichtman.ws, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
Bring the whole family and join us for an afternoon of STEM exploration with exhibitors from around the region. This event is FREE and open to all. RSVP isn’t required but does help us plan. Feel free to stop by anytime between 1:30 and 4:30 PM. Here’s what we have on tap:
+ Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection – Watershed Restoration Division: Learn about our local waterways, rivers, lakes, and streams and how our actions on land directly impact the quality of our water. Discover the types of bugs that are in our local streams and how they act as indicators of water quality.
+ National Electronics Museum: See demonstrations of various electronics including HAM radios and learn about DIY projects.
+ Natural History Society of Maryland: Check out the mobile Natural History Museum’s hands on activities, along with live Reptiles and Amphibians courtesy of members of their Herpetology Club and MATTS.
+ Echoes of Nature: Meet live animal ambassadors from a variety of species and learn how they have adapted to their environment over time.
+ 355 Code: Have fun with artificial intelligence games.
+ Dr. Jim Rudert: Our resident engineer and innovator will be demonstrating an Earthquake Simulator and a Decimal Binary Number Converter
+ Rocket Robotics: This local high school robotics team will be leading some fun building activities, sharing about robotics, and offering the chance for visitors to drive a robot around an obstacle course.
