Upcoming Events
Ready to explore STEM? Browse the upcoming events below to find exciting hands-on activities, demonstrations, workshops, and experiences for all ages across Maryland.
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Maker Day at Glenwood Branch Library
October 17, 2026 · 10:00 am–4:00 pm
Maryland Maker Day at Glenwood Branch
Best For: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, AdultsEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Howard County Library SystemVenue: Glenwood Branch -
Family Day at the Library of Congress: BFF–Benjamin Franklin Forever
October 17, 2026 · 10:30 am–3:30 pm
Celebrate Founding Father Benjamin Franklin at the Library of Congress!
Best For: Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Library of CongressVenue: Library of CongressCategories: Arts, Crafts and Hobbies, electrical circuits, light, Science and Society, STEAM, STEM, Technology -
Weekly Challenge: Earth Sciences Week
October 17, 2026 · 11:00 am–4:00 pmCelebrate Earth Sciences Week by learning about the rocks and minerals of Maryland and how they are used.
Best For: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Gaithersburg Community MuseumCategories: Earth and Space Science -
Robotics Boot Camp at Wheaton Library- Media Lab
October 17, 2026 · 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
This is a 4-week robotics program presented by two High School juniors at Walter Johnson High School with a passion for STEM, who have participated in the First Lego League competition for two years.
Best For: Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In Person (Maryland)Organizer: Montgomery County Public LibraryVenue: Wheaton Library -
Rocket Science!
October 17, 2026 · 3:00 pm–4:00 pmCome learn about rockets and then build your own!
Best For: Elementary SchoolEvent Location Type: In Person (Maryland)Organizer: Montgomery County Public LibraryVenue: Rockville Memorial Library -
Cadette & Senior Robotics
October 18, 2026 · 11:00 am–4:30 pmGirl Scout Cadettes and Seniors will learn about robots, use software to program a robot, build a prototype using easily accessible materials, and showcase their creations to fellow Scouts for feedback. Cadettes will also build circuits while Seniors build a…
Best For: Middle School, High SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Maryland Science CenterVenue: Maryland Science Center