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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - baltimore-md BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lyons Mill Elementary STEAM night DTSTART:20260930T213000Z DTEND:20260930T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T234821Z UID:10001125-1790789400-1790794800@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:community,education,family,tech DESCRIPTION:Join Lyons Mill Elementary School for our annual Community STE AM Night on Wednesday\, September 30\, from 5:30–7:00 PM! This free fami ly event celebrates Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, the Arts\, and Ma thematics through exciting hands-on experiences designed to inspire curios ity\, creativity\, and problem-solving. Families will have the opportunity to explore interactive activities hosted by Lyons Mill staff and local co mmunity organizations from across the Owings Mills and greater Baltimore a rea. Participants can engage in engineering challenges\, robotics\, coding \, environmental science\, nature exploration\, creative art projects\, ma ker activities\, and much more. STEAM Night is designed for children of al l ages and encourages families to learn\, create\, and discover together. Whether you’re building\, designing\, experimenting\, or exploring\, the re’s something for everyone to enjoy. Community partners will also be av ailable to share local educational resources\, programs\, and opportunitie s that help students continue their STEAM learning beyond the classroom. C ome celebrate innovation\, creativity\, and lifelong learning with us—we can’t wait to see you at Lyons Mill Elementary School for an LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T234821Z LOCATION:Lyon Mills ELementary School\, 9345 Lyons Mill Road\, Owings Mill s\, MD\, 2117\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/lyons-mill-elementary-steam-nig ht/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Leonardo Da Vinci Day DTSTART:20261003T160000Z DTEND:20261003T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T000509Z UID:10001209-1791028800-1791043200@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:arts,education,festival DESCRIPTION:Da Vinci Day is the BIT Center’s annual STEM and arts festiv al for middle and high school students. The event brings together schools\ , educators\, community organizations\, local businesses\, and families fo r a day of hands-on learning inspired by the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci. Students participate in workshops\, engineering and design challeng es\, interactive exhibits\, and presentations from professionals working i n STEM\, the arts\, and related fields.\n\nThe centerpiece of the event is an interscholastic competition\, where student teams work together to sol ve a design challenge and present their solutions to a panel of profession al judges. Teams will assemble the famous Da Vinci bridge out of wood. The winning team’s school receives a $1\,000 grant to support its STEM\, ar ts\, or innovation programs\, helping bring new opportunities back to the students.\n\nThroughout the day\, vendors and community partners host acti vities\, share resources\, and introduce students to educational and caree r opportunities. By connecting students with professionals and organizatio ns from across the region\, Da Vinci Day encourages curiosity\, creativity \, and collaboration while celebrating the lasting influence of Leonardo d a Vinci and the connections between science\, technology\, engineering\, a rt\, and Italian culture. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T000509Z LOCATION:Italian Bit Center\, 3009 Greenmount Avenue\, Baltimore\, Marylan d\, 21218 URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/leonardo-da-vinci-day/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LEGO Fun DTSTART:20261007T223000Z DTEND:20261007T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T000508Z UID:10001220-1791397800-1791401400@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join in the STEM fun! Create with LEGO blocks. Supplies provid ed. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000508Z LOCATION:Baltimore County Public Library\, 21 Cockeys Mill Rd\, Reistersto wn\, Maryland\, 21136\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/lego-fun/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:STEAM into Native Cultures DTSTART:20261010T150000Z DTEND:20261010T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260806T182331Z UID:10001115-1791630000-1791644400@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Explore what STEAM stands for while also fostering cultural aw areness of Native American Heritage. Explore the concept of the medicine w heel\, cardinal directions\, the lunar calendar (through the book Thirteen Moons on a Turtle’s Back)\, and natural patterns/ cycles. Though the ac tivity is mostly self-guided\, staff members will be present to answer any questions or provide further resources. The associated projects and book will be laid out on a table in the museum. LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T182331Z LOCATION:Montpelier Historic Site and Museum\, 9650 Muirkirk Road\, Laurel \, Maryland\, 20708\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/steam-into-native-cultures/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bones and Tomes DTSTART:20261010T190000Z DTEND:20261010T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T182254Z UID:10001143-1791644400-1791648000@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:We will learn about the human skeleton. Let’s mix a solution of invisible ink to paint the skeleton. Then make the skeleton reappear! \nThis program is for aged 5-12 years. \nPick up a ticket at the front de sk for entry! Tickets are first come first served and limited to 60 people . \nQuestions about this program? Contact the branch: 240 777-0140 \nLibr ary Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to part icipants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adult s attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying chil d. \nIf you plan to attend with a group of ten or more\, please contact th e branch at least one week before the program to discuss how your group mi ght be accommodated. \nAccommodation Requests\nTo request an accommodation \, contact the library branch where you want the accommodation. If they ar e unable to help\, or if you need an accommodation for an online resource or event\, complete our Accommodation Request Form online or call Library Administration at 240-777-0002. LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T182254Z LOCATION:Rockville Memorial Library\, 21 Maryland Avenue\, Rockville\, 208 50\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/bones-and-tomes/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Digging It with Science Heroes DTSTART:20261011T180000Z DTEND:20261011T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T234821Z UID:10001100-1791727200-1791730800@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive S.T. E.M. show for the whole family. \n\n\n\nWith help from audience volunteers \, we’ll conduct exciting experiments about the changing states of matte r\, pressure\, and more — while raising a shovel to scientists who work with dirt! If you didn’t already love science\, you’ll really ‘dig i t’ after seeing Science Heroes in action! LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T234821Z LOCATION:Randallstown Library\, 8604 Liberty Road\, Randallstown\, MD\, 21 133\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/digging-it-with-science-heroes- 2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:AI Explorers: Understanding Artificial Intelligence DTSTART:20261011T180000Z DTEND:20261011T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000451Z UID:10001110-1791727200-1791730800@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:AI Explorers: Understanding Artificial Intelligence A four-par t virtual series for Maryland STEM Festival 2026 \n\n\n\nArtificial intell igence is changing the way we learn\, create\, communicate\, and solve pro blems. Join Wicomico Public Library for a four-part virtual series during the Maryland STEM Festival designed for tweens and teens ages 11–17. Thr ough interactive activities\, live demonstrations\, discussions\, and hand s-on challenges\, participants will explore how AI works\, how chatbots ar e trained\, why AI sometimes gets things wrong\, and what responsible use of AI looks like. We’ll examine real-world examples of artificial intell igence and discuss the opportunities and challenges these technologies cre ate for our future. \n\n\n\nThis is an On-Line Program \n\n\n\nParticipan ts may attend individual sessions or the entire series. Sessions will be r ecorded and made available on the library website. Saturdays: 10/17\, 10/2 4\, 11/7\, and 11/14 at 2:00. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000451Z LOCATION:on-line URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/ai-explorers-understanding-arti ficial-intelligence/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:STEAM Club: Polymerization Reaction (AKA Bouncy Balls) DTSTART:20261014T203000Z DTEND:20261014T213000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T180530Z UID:10001295-1791995400-1791999000@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Learn about the chemistry behind polymerization reactions\, th en experiment with the concepts by making your very own bouncy ball!\n\nFo r Grades 1st to 5th. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.\n\nQuestions about this program? Contact the Gaithersburg Library at 240-773-9490 LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T180530Z LOCATION:Gaithersburg Library\, 18330 Montgomery Village Ave.\, Gaithersbu rg\, MD\, 20879\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/steam-club-polymerization-react ion-aka-bouncy-balls/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Opening Ceremony DTSTART:20261015T220000Z DTEND:20261016T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T000508Z UID:10001221-1792087200-1792094400@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education,festival,tech DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to announce the opening ceremony of the 12h Ma ryland STEM Festival\, which will take place on October 165h at the presti gious Capitol Technology University. This landmark event will run from 6:0 0  to 8:00 PM and promises an engaging and inspiring program.\n\nThe Open ing Ceremony will feature interactive STEM activities and fascinating demo nstrations highlighting the latest advancements and innovations. \n\nPleas e mark your calendars and check for more details as the event approaches. We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you and continuing our mission to inspire and educate the next generation of STEM enthusiasts.\n\ nOrganizations will invite n the event include\n\nAstraZeneca\nAmgen\nVeri zon\nShimadzu Scientific Instruments\nRobotLAB Bethesda \nMontgomery Colle ge\nNational Cryptologic Foundation\nWengineer\nMaryland Energy Administra tion\nSpiderBits Robotic Team\nEnable\nWheeltug\nMaryland Space Business R oundtable\nAI Edu\nBooz Allen\nQolour\nLindsay Cordero\, Author\nSharon Do rsey\, Author\nDestination Imagination\nRick Williams\, Video Game Develop er LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000508Z LOCATION:University of Maryland College Adele H. Stamp Union Building\, 39 72 Campus Driv\, College Park\, Maryland\, 20742\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/opening-ceremony-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bubble Fun: A STEM Day Program DTSTART:20261016T140000Z DTEND:20261016T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000451Z UID:10001128-1792144800-1792148400@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:Ditch the standard bubble wand and experiment to find other it ems that make bubbles instead. We will be reading stories\, singing\, and exploring stations using bubbles. \n\n\n\nOther\, STEAM LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000451Z LOCATION:Carroll County Public Library Taneytown Branch\, 10 Grand Drive\, Taneytown\, MD\, 21787\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/bubble-fun-a-stem-day-program/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LEGO® Creations DTSTART:20261016T140000Z DTEND:20261016T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180552Z UID:10001211-1792144800-1792148400@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Want to build a castle? Or a spaceship? Or something totally n ew and different? Join us for a LEGO® program where you can build whateve r you would like! We supply the blocks and you supply the creativity! Brin g a grown-up and build together! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180552Z LOCATION:Finksburg Branch\, 2265 Old Westminster Pike\, Finksburg\, MD\, 2 1048\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/lego-creations-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:And Then It Exploded!: A STEM Day Program DTSTART:20261016T170000Z DTEND:20261016T181500Z DTSTAMP:20260805T122143Z UID:10001129-1792155600-1792160100@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:Come try some inadvisable science experiments! Don’t try the se at home. (At least\, not without a parent present!) LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T122143Z LOCATION:Carroll County Public Library Taneytown\, 10 Grand Drive\, Taneyt own\, MD\, 21787\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/and-then-it-exploded-a-stem-day -program/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bottle Rocket DTSTART:20261016T170000Z DTEND:20261016T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T182254Z UID:10001130-1792155600-1792159200@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Design a vinegar and baking soda bottle rocket and see how hig h it will fly. LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T182254Z LOCATION:Loch Haven Branch\, 1046 Taylor Avenue\, towson\, MD\, 21286\, Un ited States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/bottle-rocket/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Adobe Illustrator Skill Builder: Tools & Shortcuts DTSTART:20261016T173000Z DTEND:20261016T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180552Z UID:10001212-1792157400-1792164600@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:Boost your speed and confidence in Adobe Illustrator with this hands-on class focused on essential tools and time-saving shortcuts. Gain a solid understanding of Illustrator features and keyboard shortcuts to h elp you create vector designs more efficiently. This class is ideal for th ose looking to streamline the design process for makerspace projects. Atte ndees should have a basic understanding of Illustrator and some experience creating independent projects. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180552Z LOCATION:Exploration Commons at 50 East\, 50 East Main Street\, Westminste r\, Maryland\, 21157\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/adobe-illustrator-skill-builder -tools-shortcuts-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dinos In 3D! DTSTART:20261016T180000Z DTEND:20261016T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180552Z UID:10001213-1792159200-1792162800@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:tech DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your Tinkercad skills to the next level? We’ll be using this software program to create a personalized stamp that we’l l print out just for you! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180552Z LOCATION:Carroll County Public Library Mount Airy location\, 705 Ridge Ave nue\, Mount Airy\, MD\, 21771\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/dinos-in-3d/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:STEM Art DTSTART:20261016T180000Z DTEND:20261016T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180552Z UID:10001214-1792159200-1792162800@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Bringing art and STEM together\, make your own unique creation s at different stations. All supplies provided. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180552Z LOCATION:Baltimore County Public Library\, Owings Mills Branch\, 10302 Gra nd Central Avenue\, Owings Mills\, Maryland\, 21117\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/stem-art/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CSI: Forensic Science 101 - A STEM Day Program DTSTART:20261016T193000Z DTEND:20261016T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260817T182128Z UID:10001155-1792164600-1792168200@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education,family DESCRIPTION:Do you love figuring out clues and solving mysteries? Join the fun as we learn some of the STEM techniques used by forensic scientists. These crime scene investigators and scientists study\, collect\, analyze\, and solve crimes. Our fun and challenging library crime scene will be kid -friendly.\nOnly kids need to register. LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T182128Z LOCATION:Carroll County Public Library Tawneytown URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/csi-forensic-science-101-a-stem -day-program/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dinosaur Park Free Open House DTSTART:20261017T160000Z DTEND:20261017T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T234821Z UID:10001105-1792238400-1792252800@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:community,education DESCRIPTION:Dinosaur Park offers a free Open House event from 12-4 pm on S aturday October 17th\, during which the public can learn about the plants and animals that called Maryland home during the early Cretaceous Period ( 115 million years ago)! As part of this community science program\, partic ipants are also invited to help us make new discoveries by assisting with fossil surface collecting. Please note that there is no actual digging dur ing this program\, rather we simply scour the surface to see what new foss ils have been exposed through natural erosion. This program does not requi re any prior registration. Participants will sign up on site. This program is entirely outdoors and weather dependent\, so please keep an eye on the weather and dress appropriately. Please check the Dinosaur Park website t o confirm the program is not cancelled due to weather. \n\n\n\nThe Octobe r Open House theme is Maryland Fossil Symbols\, so we will also be highlig hting Maryland’s three fossil state symbols: MD Fossil State Shell (Ecph ora)\, MD State Dinosaur (Astrodon)\, and the MD State Shark (Megalodon). Learn about the intersection of science and society\, as we discuss the hi storical significance of these fossils and why we should all take pride in our Maryland fossil symbols. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T234821Z LOCATION:Dinosaur Park\, 13100 Mid Atlantic Blvd.\, Laurel\, Maryland\, 20 708\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/dinosaur-park-free-open-house-2 / X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:AI Explorers: Understanding Artificial Intelligence DTSTART:20261017T180000Z DTEND:20261017T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T182254Z UID:10001101-1792245600-1792249200@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence is changing the way we learn\, create\ , communicate\, and solve problems. Join Wicomico Public Library for a fou r-part virtual series during the Maryland STEM Festival designed for tween s and teens ages 11–17. \n\n\n\nThrough interactive activities\, live de monstrations\, discussions\, and hands-on challenges\, participants will e xplore how AI works\, how chatbots are trained\, why AI sometimes gets thi ngs wrong\, and what responsible use of AI looks like. We’ll examine rea l-world examples of artificial intelligence and discuss the opportunities and challenges these technologies create for our future. \n\n\n\nThis is a n online program \n\n\n\nParticipants may attend individual sessions or th e entire series. Sessions will be recorded and made available on the libra ry website. Saturdays: 10/17\, 10/34\, 11/7\, and 11/14 at 2:00. LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T182254Z LOCATION:AI-Explorers Google Meet\, Maryland\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/ai-explorers-understanding-arti ficial-intelligence-4/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Digging It with Science Heroes DTSTART:20261017T180000Z DTEND:20261017T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T234821Z UID:10001118-1792245600-1792249200@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION: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 a lready love science\, you’ll really ‘dig it’ after seeing Science He roes in action! LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T234821Z LOCATION:Parkville Carney Library\, 9509 Harford Road\, Parkville\, Maryla nd\, 21234\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/digging-it-with-science-heroes- 3/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Circuits and Electricity DTSTART:20261017T180000Z DTEND:20261017T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260806T182331Z UID:10001140-1792245600-1792249200@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:tech LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T182331Z LOCATION:Davis Library\, 6400 Democracy Blvd.\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20817\, Un ited States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/circuits-and-electricity/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Circuits and Electricity DTSTART:20261017T180000Z DTEND:20261017T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180552Z UID:10001215-1792245600-1792249200@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:Join Science Connections as we explore the shocking world of c ircuits and electricity. Build your own simple circuits\, light up LEDs\, and discover what makes electricity flow\, and what stops it. Learn abou t conductors\, insulators\, and the basic building blocks of the technolog y we use every day LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180552Z LOCATION:Davis Library\, 6400 Democracy Blvd.\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20817\, Un ited States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/circuits-and-electricity-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rocket Science! DTSTART:20261017T190000Z DTEND:20261017T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260805T182254Z UID:10001144-1792249200-1792252800@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Join us as we learn about some of the basics of how real rocke ts travel through space. Then complete our own rocket-building engineering challenge! For grades K-5th. \nTickets required\, first come first served . Please pick up tickets at the front desk. Limited to 60 people. \nWe wi ll provide all the materials for this program. Sponsored by Friends of the Library\, Montgomery County MD\, Inc. \nQuestions about this program? Co ntact the branch at 240-777-0140. \nLibrary Program Attendance (both virtu al and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child. \nIf you plan to attend with a group of ten or more\, please contact the branch at least one week before the program to discuss how your group might be accommodated. \nAccommodati on Requests \nTo request an accommodation\, contact the library branch whe re you want the accommodation. If they are unable to help\, or if you need an accommodation for an online resource or event\, complete our Accommoda tion Request Form online or call Library Administration at 240-777-0002. LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T182254Z LOCATION:Rockville Memorial Library\, 21 Maryland Avenue\, Rockville\, 208 50\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/rocket-science/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cadette & Senior Robotics DTSTART:20261018T150000Z DTEND:20261018T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T000508Z UID:10001194-1792321200-1792341000@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:Earn all 3 Robotics badges in this full day workshop! Girl Sco ut Cadettes and Seniors will learn about robots\, use software to program a robot\, build a prototype using easily accessible materials\, and showca se their creations to fellow Scouts for feedback. Cadettes will also build circuits while Seniors build a hydraulic arm.\n\nAdditional Information:\ n\nSpace 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.\nR educed admission can be purchased (day of the workshop) for any scouts or family members who would like to visit the exhibits outside of the worksho p.\nBadges are not included. They must be purchased from your organization .\nThis workshop will be a combined event with Senior and Cadette Girl Sco uts. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000508Z LOCATION:Maryland Science Center\, 601 Light Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 212 30\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/cadette-senior-robotics/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blender Basics DTSTART:20261019T150000Z DTEND:20261019T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180552Z UID:10001216-1792407600-1792414800@marylandstemfestival.org CATEGORIES:education,tech DESCRIPTION:Learn the fundamentals of 3D creation in this two-day introduc tion to Blender. \n\nPerfect for beginners\, this class will guide you thr ough the basics of navigating the interface\, working with 3D objects\, an d creating your own simple models. Participants will explore the essential tools and techniques used in digital modeling\, including transforming ob jects\, editing shapes\, applying materials\, and setting up basic lightin g and rendering. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180552Z LOCATION:Exploration Commons at 50 East\, 50 East Main Street\, Westminste r\, Maryland\, 21157\, United States URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/blender-basics/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Maryland STEM Festival X-SOURCE-URL:https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/baltimore-hackerspace- microwave-night END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR