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SUMMARY:Ongoing - Great Hall Art Exhibit: Ways of My Ancestors – Imagery: Lighting the Path to Awareness
DESCRIPTION:Scott Strong Hawk Foster is a Native American photographer whose proud roots include Hassanamisco Nipmuc\, Mohegan\, and Cherokee lineage. His exhibit captures travels throughout the ancestral homelands of the Native American Peoples of New England. While attending powwows\, cultural events\, workshops\, and Indigenous practices that span millennia\, Scott’s passion highlights the rich\, resilient\, diverse cultures and history\nof the Indigenous peoples that are still here and living amongst us. Scott’s tagline\, Capture the Moment…Share the Experience©\, expresses his philosophy that life is filled with unique and fleeting moments that must be captured and imprinted or they could be lost forever. For all ages.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/ongoing-great-hall-art-exhibit-ways-of-my-ancestors-imagery-lighting-the-path-to-awareness/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,History
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SUMMARY:Ongoing: Outdoor StoryWalk® — Honk! Honk!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a story\, fresh air\, and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for a free self-guided Story Walk® featuring Honk! Honk! by Mick Manning. For ages 4–8 and everyone who wished they could fly! \nThe StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier\, VT\, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Story Walk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. This StoryWalk® is provided by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation Interpretive Services.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/ongoing-outdoor-storywalk-honk-honk/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Story Walk
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SUMMARY:Ongoing - StoryWalk®: Summer Song by Kevin Henke
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the story Summer Song by Kevin Henke\, a vibrant ode to nature and summer activities. For ages 4 – 8 and everyone who loves summer and changing seasons. \nChill Out Indoor StoryWalks® \nCome on inside and Chill Out with DCR! You can find “COOL” activities for kids and families inside\, including indoor StoryWalk® all summer long! Meet at the welcome desk. Accessible during open hours. \nThe StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier\, VT\, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Story Walk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. This StoryWalk® is provided by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation Interpretive Services.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/storywalk-summer-song-by-kevin-henke/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Story Walk
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SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1- to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for older adults\, but open to all. Enjoy some natural and local history along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walk-60/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Nature,Walk
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SUMMARY:Salamander Kids’ Craft and Story Hour at the Millers Falls Library
DESCRIPTION:Find us at the Millers Falls library (23 Bridge St.\, Millers Falls\, MA\, 01349) for a fun afternoon of stories\, creativity\, and salamanders at the Millers Falls Branch Library! We’ll read The Salamander Room together\, then make a salamander-themed craft inspired by the story. Along the way\, you’ll learn a little about these fascinating forest friends and the habitats they call home. This program is perfect for young nature lovers and families looking to explore the wonders of the outdoors through books and hands-on fun.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/salamander-kids-craft-and-story-hour-at-the-millers-falls-library/
LOCATION:Millers Falls Library\, 23 Bridge St.\, Millers Falls\, MA\, 01349
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Story Time
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SUMMARY:Fly Fishing 101
DESCRIPTION:Join MassWildlife to get started in this wonderful pastime. Learn about fly fishing gear\, how to rig\, and cast a fly rod\, as well as tips on how to fly fish. This class is designed for beginner fly anglers (ages 15+). Bring your own fly-fishing gear or borrow ours. Pre-registration required via EventBrite. Registration details coming soon\, or email Jim Lagacy at jim.lagacy@mass.gov for more information. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/fly-fishing-101-2026/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature
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