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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T103000
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SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Turtles
DESCRIPTION: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 welcome. Meet in the Great Hall. Special thanks to Montague Public Libraries for bringing books on each topic for you to check out!  \n 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-turtles-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T120000
DTSTAMP:20240601T154212Z
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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\, especially for growing food\, 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. \nFood\, Farms\, and Factories \n*In 2024\, the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center present programs and exhibits about Food\, Farms\, and Factories\, continuing conversations about rural life in Turners Falls and Franklin County. Supported by the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center\, RiverCulture\, the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association\, the Department of Conservation and Recreation\, and Montague Public Libraries. Funded by Mass Humanities through the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Visit greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/foodfarmsandfactories to learn more.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/fields-forests-what-do-bees-need-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Crafts,Food farms and factories,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T140000
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UID:4135-1718445600-1718460000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:17th Annual Free Family Fishing Day*
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of FREE fishing fun at Barton Cove in Gill\, MA\, with additional activities at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Adults and children of all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event is held rain or shine. Parking is free. \nAt Barton Cove Campground: Barton Cove Road in Gill \n\nFree fishing from 10:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m. All ages welcome.\nFishing equipment provided – limited supplies available. Bring your own pole if you have one.\nNo MA fishing license needed.\n\nAt Great Falls Discovery Center: 2 Avenue A \n\nFly lure tying demonstrations.\nCome see a guest fish from the USGS Conte Anadromous Fish Research Lab.\nFish printing – The art of Gyotaku\, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 pm.\nCATCH THE FISH BUS HERE! Free shuttle bus to and from Barton Cove\, as needed\, from 10:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m.\n\nFood\, Farms\, and Factories \n*In 2024\, the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center present programs and exhibits about Food\, Farms\, and Factories\, continuing conversations about rural life in Turners Falls and Franklin County. Supported by the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center\, RiverCulture\, the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association\, the Department of Conservation and Recreation\, and Montague Public Libraries. Funded by Mass Humanities through the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Visit greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/foodfarmsandfactories to learn more. \nhttps://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Family-Fish-Day-2024-with-fade-out.mp4
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/save-the-date-16th-annual-free-family-fishing-day-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Food farms and factories,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T120000
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SUMMARY:Art Naturally Series: Solar Prints from the Garden*
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature through story\, poetry\, and art in this 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. Use the power of UV light (from the sun or a lamp) to create beautiful garden inspired prints on paper and cloth. For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up\, accompanied by an adult. All art materials provided. Rain or shine. Meet in the Great Hall. \nFood\, Farms\, and Factories \n*In 2024\, the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center present programs and exhibits about Food\, Farms\, and Factories\, continuing conversations about rural life in Turners Falls and Franklin County. Supported by the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center\, RiverCulture\, the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association\, the Department of Conservation and Recreation\, and Montague Public Libraries. Funded by Mass Humanities through the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Visit greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/foodfarmsandfactories to learn more.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/art-naturally-series-solar-prints-from-the-garden/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Crafts,Food farms and factories,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T130000
DTSTAMP:20240526T193607Z
CREATED:20240515T180428Z
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SUMMARY:Find us at the Farmers Market:  Soils and Soil pH Testing*
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Food\, Farms\, and Factories project\, join DCR staff\, the Friends of the Center\, and Western MA Master Gardeners to learn about soils and soil testing\, including family-friendly activities. The Great Falls Farmers Market is located between 6th and 7th streets along Avenue A at Peskeompskut Park. Bring your soil to be tested for free by following these directions: \nTesting Your Soil’s pH\nWhat is pH?\n• pH is a measure of the acidity of the soil.\n• The pH scale runs from 1 to 14 where: pH< 7 is acidic\, pH = 7 neutral\, pH > 7 is basic \nWhy do I need to test my soil’s pH?\n• Nutrients and acidity can change with time and use.\n• Acidity controls the availability of nutrients and beneficial organisms.\n• Plants have different pH requirements:\nBlueberries and rhododendron need acidic soil\, pH 4.5 to 5.5.\nVegetables grow best in pH 6.0 to 7.0.\n• Lime or sulfur may be needed to correct pH imbalance. \nWhere can I have my soil tested?\n• pH only: Master Gardener table at local farmers markets and fairs ($2.00/ donation).\nSee website for days and times: http://wmmga.org\n• Full Soil Analysis: UMass Soil Testing Laboratory.\nFor details go to: http://soiltest.umass.edu \nWhen is the best time to test?\n• At least 6-8 weeks after a lime\, sulfur\, or fertilizer application.\n• Best: Fall\, Second best: Early Spring.\n• Any time when starting new planting area. \nWhat do I need to collect a soil sample?\n• Trowel\, shovel or sampling tube\n• Bucket\n• Coarse sieve or screen\n• Drying tray or plate\n• Zip-lock bag \nHow do I collect samples?\n• Define your sample area. If sampling multiple areas\, keep samples separated by area.\n• Remove a thin slice or plug of soil from surface to proper depth.\nSample depths: 3”-4” Lawn\, 6”-8” flower/vegetable garden\, 10”-12” trees/shrubs\n• Collect 4 -6 samples for small area\, 8-12 for large.\n• Mix single area’s samples together in bucket.\n• Scoop 1 cup mixed soil and spread on a clean plate/tray to dry.\n• Sift to remove debris and place in a labeled zip-lock bag.\n• Note approximate size and type of area (vegetable\, flower\, lawn\, shrub) on bag.\n• Avoid sampling when very wet. \n  \n 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/soiltesting/
LOCATION:Peskeompskut Park\, Avenue A between 6th and 7th Streets\, Turners Falls\, 01376
CATEGORIES:Children,Food farms and factories,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T113000
DTSTAMP:20240420T200553Z
CREATED:20240420T200553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240420T200553Z
UID:4092-1715337000-1715340600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Fish
DESCRIPTION: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. For ages 3-6\, accompanied by an adult\, siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-fish-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Story Time
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240626
DTSTAMP:20240420T200112Z
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UID:4088-1715212800-1719359999@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:StoryWalk® — Ruby’s Birds
DESCRIPTION:Ongoing\, May 9—June 25 \nEnjoy a story\, fresh air and exercise! Join us on the Center’s grounds for a free self-guided StoryWalk® featuring the children’s picture book Ruby’s Birds by Mya Thompson\, for readers ages 3-7 and everyone who celebrates birds. Follow the path to book pages posted along the route.  \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-rubys-birds/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Story Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T113000
DTSTAMP:20240420T200402Z
CREATED:20240420T200402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240420T200402Z
UID:4090-1714732200-1714735800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Birds
DESCRIPTION: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. For ages 3-6\, accompanied by an adult\, siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-birds-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T160000
DTSTAMP:20240330T202624Z
CREATED:20240323T175012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240330T202624Z
UID:4041-1714230000-1714233600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Wildlife Tales: Live Animals with the Southern Vermont Natural History Museum
DESCRIPTION:Take a literary journey around the world as a storytelling naturalist from the Southern Vermont Natural History Museum shares tales of animals and magic from around the world. With each story\, a live animal will visit to bring a natural history piece to the myth and legends! Sponsored by the Montague Public Libraries. For ages 6 and up. Meet in the Great Hall. Free. 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/wildlife-tales-southern-vermont-natural-history-museum/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T113000
DTSTAMP:20240323T164421Z
CREATED:20240323T164222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T164421Z
UID:4023-1714127400-1714131000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Who Lives in a Tree?
DESCRIPTION: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 welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-who-lives-in-a-tree/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T170000
DTSTAMP:20240327T202132Z
CREATED:20240323T172347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T202132Z
UID:4034-1713531600-1713546000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Eastern European Culture: Family Craft Activities
DESCRIPTION:Discover how Eastern European immigrant families influenced and enhanced life in the Connecticut River Valley. Join Helena Alves and Patty Solomon\, Museum Educators from the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association’s Deerfield Teachers’ Center\, for drop-in family craft activities. Explore pysanki egg painting\, paper cutting designs and see traditional clothing and costumes that can be fitted for paper dolls. Visitors can dress up in period costumes and take a selfie. This free event is presented by the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association and funded by Mass Humanities as part of the Expanding Massachusetts Stories initiative. All ages welcome. Meet in the Great Hall. \n*In 2024\, the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center present programs and exhibits about Food\, Farms\, and Factories\, continuing conversations about rural life in Turners Falls and Franklin County. Supported by the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center\, RiverCulture\, the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association\, the Department of Conservation and Recreation\, and Montague Public Libraries. Funded by Mass Humanities through the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the National Endowment for the Humanities.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/eastern-european-culture-family-craft-activities/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Culture,Food farms and factories,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T113000
DTSTAMP:20240323T163910Z
CREATED:20240323T163910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T163910Z
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SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Osprey
DESCRIPTION: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 welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-osprey/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Story Time
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTSTAMP:20240323T171807Z
CREATED:20240323T171807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T171807Z
UID:4029-1712966400-1713743999@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Earth Week Investigation Station and Indoor StoryWalk® - One Earth
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the welcome desk during school vacation week for activities to inspire taking care of where we live. Enjoy indoor and outdoor scavenger hunts\, crafts\, and activities to honor the Earth\, our shared home. Includes the indoor StoryWalk® — One Earth by Eileen Spinelli\, which is an invitation to both celebrate our planet and honor it through stewardship. For all ages. Meet at the welcome desk. \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/earth-week-investigation-station-and-indoor-storywalk-one-earth/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Stewardship,Story Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T113000
DTSTAMP:20240323T163517Z
CREATED:20240323T162645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T163517Z
UID:4018-1712917800-1712921400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Skunks
DESCRIPTION: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 welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-skunks-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Story Time
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTSTAMP:20240322T203615Z
CREATED:20240322T203615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T203615Z
UID:3994-1712793600-1714521599@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring is Here! StoryWalk®
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a story\, fresh air\, and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for free self-guided StoryWalks® featuring children’s picture books. Follow the path to book pages posted along the route. Spring is Here! by Heidi Pross Gay is for ages 2—8 and everyone looking for the first signs of spring. The 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/spring-is-here-storywalk/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Story Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240329T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240329T113000
DTSTAMP:20240217T214014Z
CREATED:20240217T214014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T214014Z
UID:3914-1711708200-1711711800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Salamanders
DESCRIPTION: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 welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-salamanders/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T150000
DTSTAMP:20240404T213832Z
CREATED:20240217T215129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T213832Z
UID:3920-1711198800-1711206000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Artists’ Reception - Designing My Library: Work by Sheffield 3rd Grade Students
DESCRIPTION:For all ages. Student artwork from the Gill-Montague Regional School District in our Hallway Gallery depicts visions of what a new or renovated town library might be like. Coordinated by Jocelyn Castro-Santos\, with Montague Public Libraries. Refreshments provided. On display 3/23—4/30. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/artists-reception-designing-my-library-work-by-sheffield-3rd-grade-students/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240501
DTSTAMP:20240322T201257Z
CREATED:20240322T201257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T201257Z
UID:3990-1711152000-1714521599@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Designing My Library: Work by Sheffield 3rd Grade Students
DESCRIPTION:For all ages. View student artwork in our Hallway Gallery from the Gill-Montague Regional School District depicting visions of what a new or renovated town library might be like. Coordinated by Jocelyn Castro-Santos\, with Montague Public Libraries.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/designing-my-library-work-by-sheffield-3rd-grade-students/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T113000
DTSTAMP:20240217T213637Z
CREATED:20240217T213637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T213637Z
UID:3912-1711103400-1711107000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Frogs
DESCRIPTION: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 welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-frogs-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Story Time
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240403
DTSTAMP:20240217T211314Z
CREATED:20240217T211312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T211314Z
UID:3898-1710547200-1712102399@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Indoor StoryWalks® - 999 Tadpoles by Ken Kimura.
DESCRIPTION:3/16—4/2: \nExplore the lives of emerging spring wildlife in 999 Tadpoles by Ken Kimura. For ages 3 and up\, accompanied by an adult. Meet at the welcome desk. The 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/indoor-storywalks-999-tadpoles-by-ken-kimura/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Story Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/999-tadpolse-book-cover.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T103000
DTSTAMP:20240313T200944Z
CREATED:20240217T213348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T200944Z
UID:3910-1710498600-1710498600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - When Will It Be Spring?
DESCRIPTION: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 welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-when-will-it-be-spring/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Story Time
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/when-will-it-be-spring-book-cover.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240316
DTSTAMP:20240217T211413Z
CREATED:20240217T210822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T211413Z
UID:3895-1709337600-1710547199@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Indoor StoryWalks® - When Will it be Spring?
DESCRIPTION:Explore the lives of emerging spring wildlife in When Will it be Spring? by Catherine Walters. For ages 3 and up\, accompanied by an adult. Meet at the welcome desk. The 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/indoor-storywalks-when-will-it-be-spring/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Story Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/when-will-it-be-spring-book-cover.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T113000
DTSTAMP:20240224T145232Z
CREATED:20240120T223437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T145232Z
UID:3862-1708770600-1708774200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Who’s Been Here? A Tracking Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Update – 2/24: There’s no snow today\, but we still have lots of tracking fun planned! Come on over. \nJoin DCR staff for a tracking adventure. Find out who has been outside in the snow. Investigate the mysterious signs that wildlife leave behind. Bundle up! For ages 3–8 with a parent or guardian. Siblings and friends are welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/whos-been-here-a-tracking-adventure-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Story Time
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Squirrel-tracks-2.gif
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T113000
DTSTAMP:20240120T213621Z
CREATED:20240120T213621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T213621Z
UID:3838-1708684200-1708687800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Beavers
DESCRIPTION: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 welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-beavers-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Story Time
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/beaver-with-stick_istock-resized-kidleidoscope.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240302
DTSTAMP:20240120T204713Z
CREATED:20240120T204713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T204713Z
UID:3830-1708214400-1709337599@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Snowy Indoor StoryWalks® - Rabbit's Snow Dance
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the StoryWalk® Rabbit’s Snow Dance by Joseph Bruchac. For ages 3 and up\, accompanied by an adult. Meet at the welcome desk. \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/snowy-indoor-storywalks-rabbits-snow-dance-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Story Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Rabbits-Snow-Dance-Cover.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T113000
DTSTAMP:20240120T223017Z
CREATED:20240120T223017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T223017Z
UID:3856-1708165800-1708169400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Sweeten Up! A Maple Syrup adventure
DESCRIPTION:For children ages 6-10. Explore the amazing transformation of tree sap into maple syrup. Learn how the hard work of a winter harvest sweetens up your pancakes through crafts and activities. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/sweeten-up-a-maple-syrup-adventure/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Science
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/making_maple_syrup.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240226
DTSTAMP:20240120T223245Z
CREATED:20240120T223245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T223245Z
UID:3859-1708128000-1708905599@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Investigation Station: Amphibians and Reptiles in Winter
DESCRIPTION:What are amphibians and reptiles up to during the winter? Join us at our investigation station by the Welcome Desk to find out.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/investigation-station-amphibians-and-reptiles-in-winter/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Science
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Wood-Frog-Pencil-Sketch.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T113000
DTSTAMP:20240120T215232Z
CREATED:20240120T215232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T215232Z
UID:3849-1707561000-1707564600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Where are all the Animals Hiding?
DESCRIPTION:For ages 3–6+ with a parent or guardian. How do animals stay snug and warm for winter? Come investigate hidden winter animal homes through stories\, crafts\, and activities. Meet in the Great Hall. Weather permitting\, we may explore outside. Bundle up!
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/where-are-all-the-animals-hiding/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Story Time
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/beaver-lodge-drawing.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T113000
DTSTAMP:20240120T213334Z
CREATED:20240120T213334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T213334Z
UID:3834-1707474600-1707478200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Porcupines
DESCRIPTION: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 welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-porcupines/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Story Time
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/porcupine-in-exhibit-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T113000
DTSTAMP:20240120T205022Z
CREATED:20240120T205022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240120T205022Z
UID:3832-1706869800-1706873400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Groundhogs
DESCRIPTION: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 welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-groundhogs-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Story Time
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/woodchuck.webp
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