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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Winter Sowing Workshop
November 10, 2026 · 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
Discover the benefits of winter sowing—a simple, cost-effective way to start seeds outdoors in colder months. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create a mini-greenhouse from everyday materials, learn why winter sowing works, and choose suitable seeds.
Best For: Middle School, High School, AdultsEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Anne Arundel County LibraryVenue: Deale Library -
Design. Build. Discover.
November 10, 2026 · 6:00 pm–7:00 pmDiscover mechanical engineering in action at UMBC-Shady Grove! Tour our BSE facility labs, watch live student project simulations, and connect with Program Director Adam Bridendolph. Reserve your spot today!
Best For: High School, AdultsEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: UMBC – Shady GroveVenue: UMBC-Shady Grove -
Night at the Planetarium – Backyard Astronomy
November 10, 2026 · 7:00 pm–7:45 pmLearn to explore the wonders of the night sky from your own backyard! Find out about constellations, planets, seasonal sky highlights, and simple tools for beginning astronomers in the planetarium. This event will be held at Southampton Middle School, 1200…
Best For: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, AdultsEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Harford County Public LibraryCategories: Earth and Space Science -
Crystal Trees
November 11, 2026 · 1:30 pm–7:00 pmPick up a STEM kit to make a crystal tree at home.
Best For: Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Washington County Free LibraryVenue: Smithsburg Library -
Science Explorers at Riviera Beach – Rockets to the Rescue
November 11, 2026 · 4:00 pm–5:00 pmThe University of Maryland Extension 4-H Youth Development presents a popular, hands-on aerospace engineering initiative originally launched as the national science experiment for 4-H National Youth Science Day. In Rockets to the Rescue, we explore how science and engineering can…
Best For: Elementary SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Anne Arundel County LibraryVenue: Rivera Beach Branch -
STEAM Night
November 11, 2026 · 5:30 pm–8:00 pmThis is a family friendly event, with a science show and interactive tables on science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM), aimed primarily at elementary and middle school students, but older and younger guests are welcomed!
Best For: Preschool, Elementary School, Middle SchoolEvent Location Type: In-PersonOrganizer: Arundel Community CollegeCategories: Arts, Chemistry, Earth and Space Science, Engineering, Health, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Science and Society, Technology