Learn something new in the DMV this weekend at these educational events, including a STEM workshop for girls and a literature festival!
Devin Elle Kurtz for The Bakery Dragon
Sept. 5, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
People’s Book | 7014 Westmoreland Ave. Suite A, Takoma Park, MD 20912
Author and illustrator Devin Elle Kurtz, best-known for her work on the show “Disenchanted” and for Marvel and Disney, will be doing a live reading of her debut picture book at People’s Book. A young dragon who isn’t very good at scaring humans discovers a passion for baking and learns a valuable lesson.
Free | peoplesbooktakoma.com/event/bakery-dragon/
25th Annual National Book Festival
Sept. 6, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Library of Congress | 101 Independence Ave. SE, Washington, D.C. 20559
Join the Library of Congress and famous authors like R.L. Stine, John Green and Leigh Bardugo for a celebration of all things books! There will be plenty of family-friendly activities to enjoy, including the Roadmap to Reading scavenger hunt, STEM programs, crafts and more.
Free | loc.gov/events/2025-national-book-festival/
Girls in STEM: Building Better
Sept. 7, 2-4 p.m.
Rockville Science Center | 36 Maryland Ave. C, Rockville, MD 20850
Designed for girls in grades 6-8 and led by “Miss Silver Spring” winner Ashley Purcella, this program is meant to teach participants about the important work that a civil engineer does through fun, hands-on projects. It’s a great way to start off the school year!
