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SUMMARY:Food\, Farms\, and Factories Series - Ukrainian Egg Decorating at the Rendezvous
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of the Polish and Eastern European immigrant community’s contributions to local farms and factories\, in conjunction with the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association’s exhibit\, New Roots in River Banks\, stop by the Rendezvous at 78 Third Street in Turners Falls for a chance to decorate your own Ukrainian egg!
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/food-farms-and-factories-series-ukrainian-egg-decorating-at-the-rendezvous/
LOCATION:Rendezvous\, 78 3rd Street\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,crossroads,Culture,Food farms and factories
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T130000
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SUMMARY:Great Hall Art Reception: On the Ground and In the Air and In Between
DESCRIPTION:Meet the artist Amy Dawn Kotel and enjoy an artist reception including food and music\, all in celebration of the exhibit\, On the Ground and In the Air and In Between. Meet in the Great Hall. For all ages.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-hall-art-reception-on-the-ground-and-in-the-air-and-in-between/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,Music
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SUMMARY:Great Hall Exhibit: On the Ground and in the Air and in Between
DESCRIPTION:Artist\, Amy Dawn Kotel’s exhibit asks: “What do we see and how do we perceive our earth and all who dwell here?” See beauty and strangeness from different angles.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-hall-exhibit-on-the-ground-and-in-the-air-and-in-between/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Nature
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240117
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SUMMARY:Great Hall Exhibit: Junior Duck Stamps
DESCRIPTION:See the top Massachusetts youth entries for the 2023 Junior Duck Stamp competition! This state-wide art contest by students from Kindergarten to High School heightens awareness of the importance of preserving wetland habitats and the delights of wildlife. While you’re here\, visit our duck investigation station in the Great Hall. Make your own duck stamp!
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-hall-exhibit-junior-duck-stamps/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Crafts,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T143000
DTSTAMP:20231027T201403Z
CREATED:20231027T201403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T201403Z
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SUMMARY:Traditional Chinese Papercutting - Teens and Adults
DESCRIPTION:Winter is coming! Squirrels and chipmunks are busy collecting acorns and hiding them. What birds migrate or stay? How do fish survive the winter? The Montague Public Libraries invite you to try Chinese papercutting with Zhonghe (Elena) Li. Learn the history of the art and basic techniques. Choose your favorite template\, from the many animals that live in and along the Connecticut River\, to make your own artwork. Elena is a Cambridge multi-media artist who specializes in traditional Chinese papercutting art and watercolors. She uses art to speak for the beauty of biodiversity and honors living in harmony with nature as one. Meet in the Great Hall. \n10:30—11:30 a.m. Children ages 5-12 & families;  \n1:00—2:30 p.m. Teens & adults
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/traditional-chinese-papercutting-teens-and-adults/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Crafts,Culture,Nature,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T113000
DTSTAMP:20231027T201138Z
CREATED:20231027T201102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T201138Z
UID:3489-1699093800-1699097400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Traditional Chinese Papercutting - Children ages 5-12 and Families
DESCRIPTION:Winter is coming! Squirrels and chipmunks are busy collecting acorns and hiding them. What birds migrate or stay? How do fish survive the winter? The Montague Public Libraries invite you to try Chinese papercutting with Zhonghe (Elena) Li. Learn the history of the art and basic techniques. Choose your favorite template\, from the many animals that live in and along the Connecticut River\, to make your own artwork. Elena is a Cambridge multi-media artist who specializes in traditional Chinese papercutting art and watercolors. She uses art to speak for the beauty of biodiversity and honors living in harmony with nature as one. Meet in the Great Hall. \n10:30—11:30 a.m. Children ages 5-12 & families;  \n1:00—2:30 p.m. Teens & adults
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/traditional-chinese-papercutting-children-ages-5-12-and-families/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Crafts,Culture,History,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T120000
DTSTAMP:20231011T184408Z
CREATED:20230921T165117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231011T184408Z
UID:3405-1698489000-1698494400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Naturally Series – Natural Inks
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature through story\, poetry\, and art in our series of free Art Naturally programs. Using words and images\, instruction\, and techniques create an art piece inspired by the natural world to take home. For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). Art materials provided.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/art-naturally-series-natural-inks/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Crafts,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T170000
DTSTAMP:20240404T213844Z
CREATED:20230921T163549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T213844Z
UID:3396-1697288400-1697302800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:7th Annual Migrations Festival
DESCRIPTION:  \nSaturday\, October 14\, 1:00—5:00 p.m. \nThe FREE Migrations Festival celebrates the human and natural diversity of the upper Connecticut River Valley and the Americas. Colorful artworks\, from the GuateMaya Art and Culture Connection\, in the Migrations exhibit depict scenes integral to village life\, Mayan culture\, and the history of Lake Atitlan in Guatemala. Come early for traditional food and then enjoy entertainment by MarkaMusic starting at 2:30 p.m. and Musica Franklin at 4:30 p.m. Activities include a raffle of artworks from Guatemala\, an exhibit of Katrina skulls\, a children’s book give-away\, art activities\, and a scavenger hunt. View a Day of the Dead Altar built by local families\, with support from Montague Catholic Social Ministries. Activities will be in the Great Hall and in the nearby courtyard. Sponsored by DCR\, the Massachusetts Cultural Council\, the Montague Cultural Council\, Montague Catholic Social Ministries\, RiverCulture\, and the GuateMaya Art and Culture Connection.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/7th-annual-migrations-festival/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Crafts,Culture,History,Music,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T120000
DTSTAMP:20230928T193158Z
CREATED:20230920T213014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T193158Z
UID:3370-1696674600-1696680000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Naturally Series - Nature Journals
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature through story\, poetry\, and art in our series of free Art Naturally programs. Using words and images\, instruction\, and techniques create an art piece inspired by the natural world to take home. For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). Art materials provided. \nNature journals: Creating a visual record of what you experience outdoors \nis a wonderful way to connect with nature. Start by making a small journal embellished with an easy printmaking technique. Then see how ornithologist Zeke Jakub of Conservación Panamá records what he observes in the natural world. If you feel insecure about drawing\, Zeke will give you tips for creating a visual memory free of worry over artistic skills. \nDo you have a favorite poem\, story\, or song relating to observations of nature? If so\, bring it along—you might want to include it in your journal.  \nArt techniques: Bookmaking\, printmaking\, sketching. All materials provided.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/art-naturally-series-nature-journals/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231201
DTSTAMP:20240404T213845Z
CREATED:20230920T204440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T213845Z
UID:3342-1696550400-1701388799@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Great Hall Exhibit: Migrations
DESCRIPTION:Migrations paintings\, curated by GuateMaya Art and Culture Connection\, celebrate the human and natural diversity of the upper Connecticut River Valley and the Americas. Colorful works depict scenes integral to village life\, Mayan culture\, and the history of Lake Atitlan in Guatemala.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-hall-exhibit-migrations-and-day-of-the-dead-altar/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T160000
DTSTAMP:20230820T202726Z
CREATED:20230820T202716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230820T202726Z
UID:3274-1694959200-1694966400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Artist Reception: Intervals
DESCRIPTION:Join Karen Axtell for a reception celebrating her work\, Intervals\, a series of mixed-media prints about time. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/artist-reception-intervals/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T120000
DTSTAMP:20230827T203407Z
CREATED:20230820T202027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230827T203407Z
UID:3268-1694860200-1694865600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Naturally Series: Fall Felting
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature through story\, poetry\, and art in our series of free Art Naturally programs. Using words and images\, instruction\, and techniques you create an art piece inspired by the natural world to take home. Celebrate the arrival of autumn while learning about trees and the impact of climate on their annual show of color. We’ll get creative and make a wet-felted “painting” of fall foliage with wool fleece\, yarn\, pre-felt\, and specialty fibers. For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). All art materials provided. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/art-naturally-series-fall-felting/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231002
DTSTAMP:20240404T213845Z
CREATED:20230819T195836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T213845Z
UID:3232-1693612800-1696204799@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Great Hall Exhibit: Intervals
DESCRIPTION:Karen Axtell presents\, Intervals\, mixed-media prints about time on handmade paper\, layered with oil and water-based materials. The prints reference the rings of trees\, the depth of rivers\, the shape of leaves\, ebb of tides\, phases of the moon\, and more.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-hall-exhibit-intervals/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T120000
DTSTAMP:20230810T211505Z
CREATED:20230720T174344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T211505Z
UID:3198-1692441000-1692446400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Naturally Series
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature through story\, poetry\, and art in our series of free Art Naturally programs. Using words and images\, instruction and techniques you create an art piece inspired by the natural world to take home. For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). All art materials provided. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/art-naturally-series-4/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Crafts,Nature,Stewardship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230813T150000
DTSTAMP:20240404T213846Z
CREATED:20230726T191932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T213846Z
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SUMMARY:Artist Reception: Portraits in Red – Missing & Murdered Indigenous People Painting Project
DESCRIPTION:Come meet Nayana LaFond\, the artist of “Portraits in Red – Missing & Murdered Indigenous People Painting Project.” \nMore about the show: \nThe murder rate for Native women is about 3 times more than that of most other women. 98% of Indigenous people experience violence in their lifetime\, with only a 6% prosecution rate. Athol-based artist Nayana LaFond began painting a portrait\, “Lauraina in RED”\, in 2020 to support the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous peoples. The response was overwhelming. She painted another with a more overwhelming response. Nayana invited anyone wanting her to paint them or their loved one for free. She received over 25 responses that first day…and the messages never stopped coming. \nAbout the image:  “Leonard in RED” \nLeonard is Mohawk from Massachusetts. Leonard lost his niece “hummingbird”\, when she died he cut his long braids and never grew his hair back out. Leonard is painted in honor of his niece because in Mohawk tradition you can not represent the person who has passed by image as themselves or by their name\, only by other names and relationship. So Leonard is painted in honor of his niece Hummingbird who is painted on his shoulder.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/artist-reception-portraits-in-red-missing-murdered-indigenous-people-painting-project/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230831
DTSTAMP:20240404T213846Z
CREATED:20230719T212335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T213846Z
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SUMMARY:Great Hall Exhibit: Portraits in Red – Missing & Murdered Indigenous People Painting Project
DESCRIPTION:The murder rate for Native women is about 3 times more than that of most other women. 98% of Indigenous people experience violence in their lifetime\, with only a 6% prosecution rate. Athol-based artist Nayana LaFond began painting a portrait\, “Lauraina in RED”\, in 2020 to support the crisis of missing and murdered indigenous peoples. The response was overwhelming. She painted another with a more overwhelming response. Nayana invited anyone wanting her to paint them or their loved one for free. She received over 25 responses that first day…and the messages never stopped coming.\nMore of Nayana’s work on IG @nayanaarts \nAbout the image:  “Leonard in RED” \nLeonard is Mohawk from Massachusetts. Leonard lost his niece “hummingbird”\, when she died he cut his long braids and never grew his hair back out. Leonard is painted in honor of his niece because in Mohawk tradition you can not represent the person who has passed by image as themselves or by their name\, only by other names and relationship. So Leonard is painted in honor of his niece Hummingbird who is painted on his shoulder.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-hall-exhibit-portraits-in-red-missing-murdered-indigenous-people-painting-project/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T120000
DTSTAMP:20230609T180049Z
CREATED:20230609T180049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T180049Z
UID:3135-1689417000-1689422400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Naturally Series
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature through story\, poetry\, and art in our series of free Art Naturally programs. Using words and images\, instruction\, and techniques you create an art piece inspired by the natural world to take home. For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). All art materials provided. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/art-naturally-series-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Nature,Stewardship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230727
DTSTAMP:20240404T213847Z
CREATED:20230607T185457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T213847Z
UID:3098-1689120000-1690415999@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Great Hall Exhibit: Montague Parks & Recreation Young Artist Week
DESCRIPTION:July 12 – 26 \nThe Montague Parks & Recreation Summer Camp 2023 celebrates Young Artist Week\, bringing their art to the Great Hall. Enjoy works created by children ages 5-12 that focus on local wildlife.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-hall-exhibit-montague-parks-recreation-young-artist-week/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T160000
DTSTAMP:20230628T194357Z
CREATED:20230628T193432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T194357Z
UID:3147-1688220000-1688227200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:ACF Music walk: Musical Fun for Kids & Sidewalk Costume Parade
DESCRIPTION:Start the Antenna Cloud Farm Music Walk Festival at Unity Park at 2 p.m. with live music and family-friendly art-making\, and then join in the parade at 2:45 p.m. Stroll along with musicians and DCR park staff for a children’s sidewalk costume parade along 2nd Street to the Great Falls Discovery Center. Make music while you walk! Instruments provided. Then\, at 3 p.m. enjoy indoor music in the Great Hall with Saxophonist Travis Laplante\, and enjoy our StoryWalk® Mole Music by David McPhail.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/acf-music-walk-musical-fun-for-kids-sidewalk-costume-parade/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Crafts,Music,Story Walk,Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230618T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230618T120000
DTSTAMP:20230520T192242Z
CREATED:20230520T192242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T192242Z
UID:3070-1687084200-1687089600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Fields & Forests—What do bees need? 
DESCRIPTION:Help us kick-off Pollinator Week! Make your own native bee habitat by “painting” with yarn\, fleece\, pre-felt shapes\, and soapy water. Will your bees live in a tree trunk or holes in the ground? Will they build their nests with mud or leaves? Learn how important our native bees are and what they need to thrive. For ages 4 and up\, including teens and adults. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Designed especially for families (including dads)\, but all are welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/fields-forests-what-do-bees-need/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Nature,Stewardship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T120000
DTSTAMP:20230521T151225Z
CREATED:20230520T192041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230521T151225Z
UID:3068-1686997800-1687003200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Naturally Series
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 17\, 10:30 a.m.—12:00 p.m. \nDiscover nature through story\, poetry\, and art in our series of FREE Art Naturally programs. Using words and images\, instruction and techniques you create an art piece inspired by the natural world to take home. For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). All materials are free. Meet in the Great Hall. \nAdditional Details:  \nIndigo is one of the oldest and most important of all natural dye-stuffs. Join us and guest artist Gail Callahan to experience the magic of indigo dyeing! \nDo you have a favorite poem\, story\, or song about the color blue? If so\, please bring it along. We’ll share a few favorites of our own. \n Art technique: indigo dyeing.\nAll materials  provided\, but you can also bring a t-shirt\, pillowcase or other small piece of fabric to add to the dyepot. \n 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/art-naturally-series-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Nature,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T120000
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SUMMARY:Art Naturally Series
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature through story\, poetry\, and art in our series of FREE Art Naturally programs. Using words and images\, instruction and techniques you create an art piece inspired by the natural world to take home. For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). All materials are free. Meet in the Great Hall. \nAdditional details for May 13:  \nWhat do ferns and sea lamprey have in common? They are both living fossils. We’ll honor them by making beautiful gel plate fern prints on opening day of the 2023 Fish Ladder season. \nDo you have a favorite poem\, story\, or song about ferns or other ancient things? If so\, please bring it along. We’ll share a few favorites of our own.  \n Art technique: gel printing with acrylic paints. All materials  provided. \n  \n 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/art-naturally-series/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Nature,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T160000
DTSTAMP:20240404T213847Z
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UID:2954-1683468000-1683475200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Great Hall Reception and Fundraiser: Visions of the Connecticut River Valley
DESCRIPTION:1:30 p.m. Puppet parade starts at Peskeompskut Park \n2:00—4:00 p.m.\, Reception in Great Hall\nJoin musicians\, artists\, and puppeteers in a celebration of the nature of the Connecticut River watershed. The fun begins at 1:30 p.m. at Peskeompskut Park where MuZen Theater puppeteers start a parade down Avenue A to Great Falls Discovery Center. Then\, enjoy the group art show\, Visions of the Connecticut River Valley in our Great Hall. The reception starts at 2 p.m. including performances by Stephen Katz\, The Panthalasa Trio\, and more\, with storytelling and poetry interludes. Refreshments available for sliding scale donations —no one turned away. Refreshment and art sale proceeds benefit the artists and the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center. \nIf you want to buy any piece\, fill-in so artist might contact you\nName *Email AddressPlease enter one or both of email and phone so the artist can contact youPhone NumberMessageIf you remember the artist or art piece\, enter here - otherwise we will provide you with a checklist to select from0 / 120Send Message
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-hall-reception-and-fundraiser-visions-of-the-connecticut-river-valley/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Music,Nature,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T140000
DTSTAMP:20240404T213848Z
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UID:2948-1683466200-1683468000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Puppet Parade! For Visions of the Connecticut River Valley
DESCRIPTION:1:30 p.m. Puppet parade starts at Peskeompskut Park \n2:00—4:00 p.m.\, Reception in Great Hall\nJoin musicians\, artists\, and puppeteers in a celebration of the nature of the Connecticut River watershed. The fun begins at 1:30 p.m. at Peskeompskut Park where MuZen Theater puppeteers start a parade down Avenue A to Great Falls Discovery Center. Then\, enjoy the group art show\, Visions of the Connecticut River Valley in our Great Hall. The reception starts at 2 p.m. including performances by Stephen Katz\, The Panthalasa Trio\, and more\, with storytelling and poetry interludes. Refreshments available for sliding scale donations —no one turned away. Refreshment and art sale proceeds benefit the artists and the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/puppet-parade-for-visions-of-the-connecticut-river-valley/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Art,Walk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230507
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230701
DTSTAMP:20240404T213849Z
CREATED:20230419T181724Z
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SUMMARY:Great Hall Exhibit: Visions of the Connecticut River Valley
DESCRIPTION:This group show showcases work from regional artists featuring the nature of the Connecticut River\, all in support of the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center. See reception and performance details for Sunday May 7 too! \nIf you want to buy any fill-in so artist might contact you:\n(a percent of which will be donated to the Friends)\nClick here to select art of interest to tell the artist \n 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-hall-exhibit-visions-of-the-connecticut-river-valley/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Nature,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T120000
DTSTAMP:20230331T142836Z
CREATED:20230326T194221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T142836Z
UID:2890-1681554600-1681560000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Naturally
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature through story\, poetry\, and art in our series of FREE Art Naturally programs. Using words and images\, instruction\, and techniques you create an art piece inspired by the natural world to take home. For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). All materials are free. Meet in the Great Hall. The Art Naturally series continues next month! 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/art-naturally/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T150000
DTSTAMP:20240404T213849Z
CREATED:20230119T200309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T213849Z
UID:2507-1679749200-1679756400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Crossroads Reception- Life is______: An exploration of Being Through the Eyes of Local Young People
DESCRIPTION:Join Brick House youth for an artist reception! Created and curated by local Brick House youth\, this exhibit in the Great Hall\, through a variety of mediums\, explores their perspectives and experiences living in modern-day rural America. Exhibit on display through 4-26. This art show is inspired by Crossroads: Change in Rural America\, which is on display February 5 through March 18 in the Great Hall. \n“Crossroads: Change in Rural America” part of Museum on Main Street\, a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution and Mass Humanities. Support for Museum on Main Street has been provided by the United States Congress.\n\n“Crossroads: Change in Rural America” is a collaboration between Department of Conservation and Recreation\, RiverCulture\, Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center\, the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association\, Montague Public Libraries\, and New England Public Media. See the full calendar of events at https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/crossroads
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/crossroads-life-is______-an-exploration-of-being-through-the-eyes-of-local-young-people/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,crossroads
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230427
DTSTAMP:20240404T213850Z
CREATED:20230119T204749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T213850Z
UID:2529-1679702400-1682553599@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Crossroads Exhibit - Life is______: An exploration of Being Through the Eyes of Local Young People
DESCRIPTION:Created and curated by local Brick House youth\, this exhibit in the Great Hall\, through a variety of mediums\, explores their perspectives and experiences living in modern-day rural America. This show is on display through 4-26. \nThis art show is inspired by Crossroads: Change in Rural America\, which is on display February 5 through March 18 in the Great Hall. (over now) \n“Crossroads: Change in Rural America” part of Museum on Main Street\, a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution and Mass Humanities. Support for Museum on Main Street has been provided by the United States Congress.\n\n“Crossroads: Change in Rural America” is a collaboration between Department of Conservation and Recreation\, RiverCulture\, Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center\, the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association\, Montague Public Libraries\, and New England Public Media. See the full calendar of events at https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/crossroads
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/crossroads-exhibit-life-is______-an-exploration-of-being-through-the-eyes-of-local-young-people/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,crossroads
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230219T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230219T180000
DTSTAMP:20240404T213851Z
CREATED:20230115T221235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T213851Z
UID:2454-1676822400-1676829600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Crossroads Artist Reception: Montague at Work and Play
DESCRIPTION:Exhibition of Illustrations by Nina Rossi\nExhibition February 5- March 18. Reception Sunday\, February 19 at 4pm.\nThis exhibition of digital illustrations was originally published in the Montague Reporter between 2019 and 2022. Created by local artist and Turners Falls resident Nina Rossi\, the illustrations depict scenes of local daily life.\n\n“Crossroads: Change in Rural America” will be on view at the Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A in Turners Falls from February 5 to March 18\, 2023. The exhibition is part of Museum on Main Street\, a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution and Mass Humanities. Support for Museum on Main Street has been provided by the United States Congress.\n“Crossroads: Change in Rural America” is a collaboration between the Department of Conservation and Recreation\, RiverCulture\, the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center\, the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association\, Montague Public Libraries\, and New England Public Media.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/crossroads-artist-reception-montague-at-work-and-play/
LOCATION:Rendezvous\, 78 3rd Street\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,crossroads
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230319
DTSTAMP:20240404T213851Z
CREATED:20230119T183417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T213851Z
UID:2470-1675555200-1679183999@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Crossroads: Whose Viewpoint?  Exhibition of Historic Franklin County Images
DESCRIPTION:In the Great Falls Discovery Center’s Hallway Gallery\, near the dioramas\, the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association (PVMA) presents reproductions of historic maps\, illustrations\, photographs\, and paintings exploring perspectives of the image makers. How are our rural places represented in the media? Maps\, illustrations\, photographs\, and paintings were the media of the past. Like today\, the makers of these images and documents had viewpoints—both visual and attitudinal—that carried influence. Whose perspectives are we seeing? Whose viewpoints are missing?\n\n“Crossroads: Change in Rural America” will be on view during open hours at the Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A in Turners Falls from February 5 to March 18\, 2023. The exhibition is part of Museum on Main Street\, a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution and Mass Humanities. Support for Museum on Main Street has been provided by the United States Congress. Open hours in February and March are: Tuesdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Wednesdays through Sundays\, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.\n\n“Crossroads: Change in Rural America” is a collaboration between Department of Conservation and Recreation\, RiverCulture\, Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center\, the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association\, Montague Public Libraries\, and New England Public Media. See the full calendar of events at https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/crossroads
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/whose-viewpoint-exhibition-of-historic-franklin-county-images/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,crossroads,History
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