# Science Saturday – Computers and Coding

> Event for families in the Washington–Arlington–Alexandria area (DC / VA / MD / WV). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 14 · 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Where: Maggie Nightingale Library, 19633 Fisher Avenue, Poolsville, MD 20837
- Ages: For children ages 6 – 10
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: Montgomery County Public Library
- Official page: https://marylandstemfestival.org/event/science-saturday-computers-and-coding/
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Children practice thinking like a computer, learn how computers talk to each other and try simple programming challenges with Science Connections. No experience is needed.

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