Friends of The Great Falls Discovery Center
The Great Falls Discovery Center hosts community programs and events, rotating art exhibits in our Great Hall and a Coffee House hosted by the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center.
Enjoy a story, fresh air, and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for a free self-guided Story Walk® featuring Mole Music by David McPhail, about the power of music to bring peace. For ages 4–7 and everyone who loves moles playing violins! The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, […]
For ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. Siblings and friends are welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
Become an animal and show off your wildlife-themed Halloween costume! Enjoy a treat at the welcome desk and at our investigation station, learn all about the many ways that bats are the best! Stop by the Center after the annual Turners Falls Rag Shag Parade which begins at 5:00 pm at Peskeompskut Park on Avenue […]
Wild about Wildlife is built around Brad Timm’s children’s nonfiction book America is Wild! We’ll explore different activities that get us moving while learning all about animal behaviors, wildlife adaptions, ecosystems, and more! Registration required. Ideal for grades 2-5 but younger children accompanied by an adult are welcome. Sponsored by Montague Public Libraries. Visit montaguepubliclibraries.org/events-programs […]
Join Montague Public Libraries staff at the Great Falls Discovery Center to build a fairy house! Use natural and recycled materials to create a magical home for the fair folk. This program is for kids and teens, ages 3–16, and their caregivers. Sponsored by Montague Public Libraries. For more information, visit: https://montaguepubliclibraries.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/fairy-party/
For ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed, including all of the many reasons to be grateful for them as we read the book Thanks to the Animals by Allen Sockabasin, Passamaquoddy storyteller. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, […]