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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Observatory Open House
October 20, 2026 · 7:30 pm–9:30 pm
Join us for free public stargazing: If the weather looks clear, come visit the Maryland Space Grant Observatory at JHU and see what’s up in the sky! Check our website https://md.spacegrant.org the afternoon of the event to confirm that it…
Best For: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, AdultsEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Maryland Space Grant -
Little STEAMers: Ramps & Rollers
October 21, 2026 · 10:00 am–11:00 amConstruct ramps, engineer marble runs, and conduct experiments to find out what rolls, what slides, and how to make things roll faster and further.
Best For: Preschool, Elementary SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: St. Mary’s County LibraryVenue: Leonardtown Library -
STEM Fest at the Makerspace
October 21, 2026 · 10:30 am–5:00 pmSTEM activities changing Daily at our Makerspace table during branch hours. Ages 5-12
Best For: Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Washington County Free LibraryCategories: STEM -
STEM Challenge
October 21, 2026 · 3:30 pm–4:30 pmBuild, test, and invent every Wednesday with a new challenge. Complete the challenge at your own pace utilizing materials such as LEGO, building cubes, circuits, paper and everyday craft supplies.
Best For: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: DC Public Library (DCPL)Venue: DC Public LibraryCategories: STEM -
MD STEM FESTIVAL – Teens & Tweens Learn Basic Image Editing with GIMP Freeware! Earn SSL – In-person
October 21, 2026 · 4:00 pm–6:00 pmAges 11-19! Learn basic touch-ups for photos & images using the freeware program GIMP, available on MCPL’s public PCs and laptops! Cut out a figure and match it to background lighting. SSL & candy!
Best For: Middle School, High SchoolEvent Location Type: In Person (Maryland) -
Female Leaders of 250 Years Ago
October 21, 2026 · 4:00 pm–5:00 pmJoin us to learn about the female leaders that built our country 250 years ago. This month we will learn about Abigail Adams and others. The session will include hands-on activities. Ages 6 – 12. Please register.
Best For: Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Washington County Free LibraryVenue: Smithsburg Library