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Rockville Science Day – April 27, 2025

The Rockville Science Center invites you to bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun and discovery at the 34th annual Rockville Science Day. Each year this free event features a variety of science and technology-related exhibits, activities, games and demos such as rocket-building (and launching), telescope viewing, all […]

Pilates & Prosecco event at Club Studio – Tysons Corner on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM!

The ACS Chemical Society of Washington and the Northeast Region of NOBCChE are excited to invite you to a Pilates & Prosecco event at Club Studio – Tysons Corner on Saturday, February 14th at 3:00 PM! Come celebrate Valentine’s Day with us for a fun and energizing afternoon. Our NOBCChE National Student Representative, Brandi Williams will be […]

Join in CSW in Celebrating National Chemistry Week! October 19-25, 2025

This year chemists across the world will celebrate National Chemistry week from October 19-25. The theme this year is “The Hidden Life of Spices”. CSW has three ways you can help us celebrate. Volunteers with us on October 18th, 2025 The Spooky Mad Science Expo is celebrating its 10th year! […]

Vote in the CSW 2025 Election!

The Chemical Society of Washington will conduct its election with electronic ballots. CSW members with a valid e-mail address on file will receive an e-mail on or about October 11th with a unique voting link. If your e-mail account has strong spam filters, please “white list” elections@vote-now.com and election.ballot@vote-now.com in […]

CSW Selected as Finalist for the ACS ChemLuminary Awards in Three Categories!

CSW has been selected as a finalist for the ACS ChemLuminary Award in three categories: The winners will be revealed during the ACS Fall 2025 event in Washington, DC, on Sunday, August 17, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Ballroom A/B, Level 3. CSW will participate in a one-hour […]

Rockville Science Day – April 27, 2025

The Chemical Society of Washington (CSW) celebrated “Chemists Celebrate Earth Week” during the annual Rockville Science Day event on Sunday, April 27, at Montgomery College, Rockville Campus. CSW partnered with the Montgomery College Chemistry Department and the STEM ED club to host activities for ~250 kids and their families. Activities […]

Congressional Chemistry Caucus Event – “Innovative Chemistries for a Cleaner America” – Reception May 20, 2025, 5-6p

Americans rely on cleaning products and disinfectants toprevent the spread of harmful bacteria, pathogens andviruses that can make people and pets sick. Whether athome or work, in restaurants, schools, hospitals, publictransit or even Capitol Hill, cleaning products and theiractive ingredients play a crucial role in protecting thewell-being of Americans every […]

MCPS Annual STEAM Night – Thursday, May 1, 2025, 6:00-7:30p – Seeking Volunteers and Looking Forward to your Attendance!

STEAM Night features amazing opportunities, activities, and exposure to the world of STEM to our bright and eager students through an EXPO style format. It is all about community and sparking the curiosity of learning and exploration as our students learn to become future leaders, problem solvers, and outstanding citizens […]

Recording is now available – CSW Dinner Meeting – March 27, 2025 – featuring Taylor Jones, who presented on “The Rapidly Evolving World of Measuring Methane Emissions”

Thank you to everyone who turned out for this very exciting and engaging talk. View the recording DATE / TIME: March 27, 2025 6:00 p.m. Check-in / Networking 6:30 p.m. Dinner 7:00 p.m. Presentation: “The Rapidly Evolving World of Measuring Methane Emissions”   IN PERSON: ACS Headquarters – Marvel Hall […]

Volunteers needed for Career Panel at PGCC STEM Week (Virtual Event)

Prince George’s Community College is seeking four to five local chemists to volunteer to participate in a Career Panel to be held during STEM Week 2025. The Career Panel will be held virtually on April 1, 2025, from 5-6p, with scientists from various fields (forensic, analytical, environmentalists, etc.). STEM Week […]