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The 2024 Library of Congress National Book Festival will be held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, August 24, 2024. A selection of programs will be livestreamed online and videos of all programs will be available shortly after the Festival.

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9:00 AM

Event | lectures and symposia

The Magic of Molecules: Exploring Diffusion and Osmosis
Saturday
August 24, 2024
9:00 am - 9:30 am EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) Get ready for a tiny adventure! This demonstration will explore diffusion and osmosis, two super cool processes that help plants and animals survive. Using microscopes, we’ll watch these processes happen in real-time inside cells. Presented by BabyScientist. Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): For Adults, For Children, For Teens, Live Demonstrations Genres: Nature, Science and Technology

9:30 AM

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Making and Writing with Historic Inks
Saturday
August 24, 2024
9:30 am - 10:00 am EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) How did people get ink to write with before they could buy it in a store? They made it from natural materials! Come hear and interact with the Library’s scientists about historic inks, tools and materials. Learn how they study these inks and try the inks out for yourself. Presented by the Library of Congress Preservation Research and Testing Division. Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): For Adults, For Children, For Teens, Interactive Activities Genres: History, Nature, Science and Technology

10:00 AM

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Spectacular Science Demonstrations!
Saturday
August 24, 2024
10:00 am - 10:30 am EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) Two scientists will present live science demonstrations featuring solutions that change color, bubble and smoke! This show will be educational, entertaining and engaging for scientists of any age. Presented by the U.S. National Science Foundation. Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): For Adults, For Children, For Teens, Live Demonstrations Genres: Science and Technology

10:30 AM

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Guardians of the Green: Sustainable Living Made Simple
Saturday
August 24, 2024
10:30 am - 11:00 am EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) Discover how easy and fun sustainability can be with tips from Sustainability Matters. Learn how to turn your everyday actions into powerful steps that can help our planet. We’ll demonstrate how to reuse regular household materials to reduce waste and conserve resources. Perfect for young eco-warriors looking to make a difference! Presented by Sustainability Matters. Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): For Children, For Teens, Live Demonstrations Genres: Nature, Science and Technology

11:00 AM

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Meet "Michael Recycle," the Sustainability Superhero
Saturday
August 24, 2024
11:00 am - 11:30 am EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) Come see how “Michael Recycle,” the Sustainability Superhero, fights pollution with his amazing recycling skills! Learn creative ways to reduce waste and recycle everyday items. Get fired up to be a sustainability superhero and help protect our planet. Michael Recycle is played by Michael Neese, the recycling manager for Winchester, Virginia. Presented by the city of Winchester, Virginia, and Sustainability Matters. Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): For Adults, For Children, For Teens, Interactive Activities Genres: Nature, Science and Technology

11:30 AM

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STEM Adventures: Ernest Cline on "Bridge to Bat City"
Saturday
August 24, 2024
11:30 am - 12:00 pm EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) Join Ernest Cline (author of “Ready Player One”) to learn about his new children’s novel, “Bridge to Bat City.” This heartwarming story follows 13-year-old Opal, who moves to her uncle’s farm and befriends a group of orphaned, music-loving bats. Perfect for young nature enthusiasts and animal lovers! Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): For Children, Special Programs Genres: Adventure, Family, Fiction, Middle Grade, Nature, Science and Technology

12:00 PM

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Sphero Rover Martian Maneuvers
Saturday
August 24, 2024
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) Discover how Sphero robots — programmable robotic balls — navigate courses, mazes and obstacles, just like Mars rovers. Learn to calculate velocity, speed and distance in this exciting Mars-themed activity. Perfect for young engineers and space enthusiasts! Presented by STEM for Her. Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): For Children, For Teens, Interactive Activities Genres: Science and Technology

12:30 PM

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Spectacular Science Demonstrations!
Saturday
August 24, 2024
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) Two scientists will present live science demonstrations featuring solutions that change color, bubble and smoke! This show will be educational, entertaining and engaging for scientists of any age. Presented by the U.S. National Science Foundation. Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): For Adults, For Children, For Teens, Live Demonstrations Genres: Science and Technology

1:00 PM

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Inventing with Micro:bits: Coding Fundamentals
Saturday
August 24, 2024
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) Dive into the world of coding and invention using Micro:bits, tiny programmable computers. Learn the basics of coding and see how to create amazing projects. Perfect for young inventors and technology lovers! Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): For Children, For Teens, Special Programs Genres: Science and Technology

1:30 PM

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STEM Adventures: Monica Hesse on "The Brightwood Code"
Saturday
August 24, 2024
1:30 pm - 2:00 pm EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) Join author Monica Hesse as she explores the exciting STEM elements in her historical mystery “The Brightwood Code.” The novel follows Edda, a “Hello Girl” during World War I, who uses her skills as a switchboard operator to uncover secrets. Hesse will discuss topics such as the technology and methods used by these pioneering women. Perfect for young readers passionate about history and STEM! Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): Author Presentations, For Adults, For Children, For Teens Genres: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Science and Technology, Young Adult

2:00 PM

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STEM Adventures: Candace Fleming on "The Enigma Girls"
Saturday
August 24, 2024
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) Join author Candace Fleming as she explores the thrilling STEM adventures in her book "The Enigma Girls." Discover how 10 teenage girls at Bletchley Park used their skills to break enemy ciphers during World War II. Candace will be discussing topics such as code-breaking techniques and the technology used in this crucial effort. Perfect for young readers excited about history and STEM! Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): Author Presentations, For Adults, For Children, For Teens Genres: History, Nonfiction, Science and Technology, Young Adult

2:30 PM

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Code in Scratch
Saturday
August 24, 2024
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) Come learn how to use Code in Scratch, a fun coding platform for children, to create interactive stories. Discover how coding can bring your ideas to life in exciting and creative ways. Perfect for young storytellers and aspiring coders eager to explore the world of programming! Presented by Black Girls Code. Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): For Children, For Teens, Live Demonstrations Genres: Science and Technology

3:00 PM

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Space Stories
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Saturday
August 24, 2024
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) Engage with NASA scientists as they recount their adventures of curiosity and discovery, and their passion for reading, mathematics and science! Presented by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): For Adults, For Children, For Teens, Interactive Activities Genres: Science and Technology

4:00 PM

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To Save the Night, Turn Off the Lights
Saturday
August 24, 2024
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) Discover why protecting our night skies is important. Enjoy fun facts about stars, constellations and how light pollution affects wildlife and our ecosystems. Get motivated to take action and preserve our beautiful night skies. Perfect for young stargazers and nature lovers! Presented by DarkSky NOVA and DarkSky Washington, D.C. Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): For Adults, For Children, For Teens, Interactive Activities Genres: Nature, Science and Technology

4:30 PM

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STEM Adventures: Susan and Lexi Haas on "The Year of the Buttered Cat"
Saturday
August 24, 2024
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm EDT Hall DE (Level 2, North Building) Join authors Susan and Lexi Haas as they explore the fascinating STEM themes in "The Year of the Buttered Cat.” This compelling story, based on Lexi’s real-life journey, follows her as a superhero-obsessed teen dealing with cerebral palsy. Discover how Lexi uses innovative technology and scientific concepts to navigate her unique experiences. Perfect for young readers intrigued by personal stories and STEM adventures! Stage: STEM District Event Type(s): Author Presentations, For Adults, For Children, For Teens Genres: Debut, Family, Fun and Funny, Inspiring and Educational, Memoir, Middle Grade, Nonfiction, Science and Technology

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