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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-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Science,Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T130000
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SUMMARY:Building a Blizzard: Snowflakes in the Great Hall!
DESCRIPTION:Get inspired by the story of Vermont’s Wilson “Snowflake” Bentley and his obsession with snowflakes. In this drop-in program make your own unique snowflake art. Keep it simple making paper snowflakes or use gel printing techniques. All art materials provided. Along the way learn just what makes each snowflake unique. Families welcome! For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up who have mastered basic scissor skills. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/building-a-blizzard-snowflakes-in-the-great-hall/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Crafts,Nature,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T113000
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SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Winter Birds
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-winter-birds-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Science,Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T160000
DTSTAMP:20250118T213525Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250118T213525Z
UID:4766-1740236400-1740240000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Author Reading with Astrid Sheckels
DESCRIPTION:All ages. Local author\, Astrid Sheckels\, reads Hector Fox and the Map of Mystery. Look for animals from the story with a Map of Mystery scavenger hunt! Sponsored by the Montague Public Libraries. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/author-reading-with-astrid-sheckels/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T113000
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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-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Science,Story Time
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250312
DTSTAMP:20250216T225143Z
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SUMMARY:Ongoing - Indoor Story Walk® 999 Tadpoles
DESCRIPTION:Explore the lives of our favorite mud season amphibians. 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/ongoing-indoor-story-walk-999-tadpoles/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Story Walk
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T180000
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Big Night for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Every First Friday of the Month\, Turners Falls businesses and organizations stay open late for activities. On a mild\, rainy night in early Spring\, thousands of frogs\, toads\, and salamanders move across Massachusetts to reach their vernal pools and start the next generation of amphibians. But the journey across roads and lawns can be deadly. For this drop-in program\, come for crafting\, a game\, and stay for conversations about how you can help a local Big Night Brigade! Take a moment to enjoy hot chocolate too. For all ages. Families welcome! Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/first-friday-big-night-for-beginners/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Science
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTSTAMP:20250216T225415Z
CREATED:20250216T225415Z
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UID:4801-1741737600-1743379199@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ongoing: Indoor StoryWalk®-The Salamander Room
DESCRIPTION:Explore the lives of our favorite mud season amphibians. For ages 3 and up\, accompanied by an adult. Meet at the welcome desk. \n3/12—3/30: The Salamander Room by Anne Mazer \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-indoor-storywalk-the-salamander-room/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Story Walk
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T113000
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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-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Stewardship,Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T113000
DTSTAMP:20250222T194648Z
CREATED:20250222T194648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T194648Z
UID:4831-1742553000-1742556600@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-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T140000
DTSTAMP:20250223T184854Z
CREATED:20250223T184854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250223T184854Z
UID:4837-1742648400-1742652000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Reptile Nook: Animal Talk
DESCRIPTION:For ages 5-16\, accompanied by an adult. Join us to meet four animals up close and dive into learning about a variety of reptile\, amphibian\, and invertebrate species. Free. Sponsored by the Montague Public Libraries. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/reptile-nook-animal-talk/
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:20250328T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T113000
DTSTAMP:20250222T194856Z
CREATED:20250222T194856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T194856Z
UID:4833-1743157800-1743161400@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-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Story Time
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250501
DTSTAMP:20250314T200253Z
CREATED:20250314T200253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T200253Z
UID:4856-1743638400-1746057599@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ongoing: Indoor StoryWalk ® — One Earth
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the indoor StoryWalk®\, One Earth by Eileen Spinelli\, which is an open invitation to both celebrate our planet and honor it through stewardship. Count the reasons to love the planet and ways to protect it. For ages 4—8 and anyone who loves the earth\, 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/ongoing-indoor-storywalk-one-earth/
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:20250405T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T150000
DTSTAMP:20250314T203602Z
CREATED:20250314T203537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T203602Z
UID:4868-1743858000-1743865200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Haiku postcards *
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on workshop for families\, Denise Fontaine-Pincince teaches participants how to create a haiga (art with haiku) postcard. Poems and all materials are provided. Sample ‘haiga postcards’ can be viewed by looking up Haiku Gifts: Art with Poetry by Denise Fontaine-Pincince on YouTube. Ages 8 and up. No pre-registration required. Sponsored by PVMA and Montague Public Libraries as part of NEA Big Read activities. Meet in the Great Hall. \n*  The Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association (PVMA)\, in partnership with Montague Public Libraries\, celebrates its eighth National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Big Read. Focused on Ross Gay’s book of poetry\, Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude\, exhibits and events explore this year’s theme of “Where We Live.” NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/haiku-postcards/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Crafts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250501
DTSTAMP:20250314T213541Z
CREATED:20250314T213541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T213541Z
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SUMMARY:Ongoing: Outdoor StoryWalk® — Spring is Here!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a story\, fresh air and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for a free self-guided StoryWalk® featuring a children’s picture book. 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. \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-spring-is-here/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Story Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T113000
DTSTAMP:20250314T204422Z
CREATED:20250314T204422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T204422Z
UID:4874-1744367400-1744371000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Osprey
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-osprey-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:20250412T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T160000
DTSTAMP:20250314T213839Z
CREATED:20250314T213839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T213839Z
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SUMMARY:Vernal Pool Variety Hour: Secrets to Frog and Salamander Survival
DESCRIPTION:Why are the still waters and muck of vernal pools the most attractive pieces of real estate for amphibians in the spring? What is a “Big Night”? Join us for this drop-in program exploring the soggy lives of frogs\, toads\, and salamanders and their dangerous migration journeys. For children ages 7 and up and their families. Includes a game and crafting. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/vernal-pool-variety-hour-secrets-to-frog-and-salamander-survival/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T113000
DTSTAMP:20250314T205151Z
CREATED:20250314T205151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T205151Z
UID:4876-1744972200-1744975800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Chipmunks
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-chipmunks-4/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Stewardship,Story Time
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250428
DTSTAMP:20250314T214824Z
CREATED:20250314T214735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T214824Z
UID:4893-1745020800-1745798399@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ongoing: 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.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/ongoing-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,Crafts,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T120000
DTSTAMP:20250314T215330Z
CREATED:20250314T215313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T215330Z
UID:4895-1745319600-1745323200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Buildwave: A Hands-on Building Game!
DESCRIPTION:Have fun building\, using the materials provided! Call the Carnegie Library 413-863-3214 to register your child. For families with children ages 5 and up\, accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by the Montague Public Libraries. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/buildwave-a-hands-on-building-game/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T113000
DTSTAMP:20250314T205517Z
CREATED:20250314T205517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T205517Z
UID:4878-1745577000-1745580600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Who Lives in a Tree?
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-who-lives-in-a-tree-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Stewardship,Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T163000
DTSTAMP:20250412T191212Z
CREATED:20250412T191212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T191212Z
UID:4943-1746631800-1746635400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:“The Extincts” Event and Drawing Demo
DESCRIPTION:Join the Montague Public Libraries and the Great Falls Discovery Center for a program and drawing demo with graphic novelist and illustrator Scott Magoon! This Mass Kids Lit Fest event is presented in partnership with the Mass Center for the Book. For ages 7 and up\, accompanied by an adult. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/the-extincts-event-and-drawing-demo/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Culture,Talk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T113000
DTSTAMP:20250412T191638Z
CREATED:20250412T191638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T191638Z
UID:4946-1746786600-1746790200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour —Birds
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-birds-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Story Time
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250626
DTSTAMP:20250622T202931Z
CREATED:20250412T193822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T202931Z
UID:4953-1747094400-1750895999@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ongoing - Outdoor StoryWalk®— We Planted a Tree
DESCRIPTION:Ongoing: Outdoor StoryWalk®— We Planted a Tree  \nEnjoy a story\, fresh air and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for a free self-guided StoryWalk® featuring a children’s picture book. Follow the path to book pages posted along the route. We Planted a Tree by Diane Muldrow is for ages 3 to 7\nand everyone who loves trees. 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/outdoor-storywalk-we-planted-a-tree/
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:20250524T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T130000
DTSTAMP:20250412T210613Z
CREATED:20250412T210549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T210613Z
UID:4959-1748082600-1748091600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Find Us at the Farmers Market!
DESCRIPTION:Join DCR staff for family activities at the Great Falls Farmers Market\, located between 6th and 7th streets along Avenue A at Peskeompskut Park. In case of rain\, you can find our activities inside the Discovery Center’s Great Hall instead. For all ages.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/find-us-at-the-farmers-market-7/
LOCATION:Peskeompskut Park\, Avenue A between 6th and 7th Streets\, Turners Falls\, 01376
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T200000
DTSTAMP:20250523T194208Z
CREATED:20250523T194208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T194208Z
UID:5053-1749229200-1749240000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:First Friday: Migratory Fish on 3rd Street
DESCRIPTION:Join us on 3rd Street for RiverCulture’s First Friday event and learn all about migratory fish at our investigation station. During the event 3rd Street\, from Avenue A to the Brick House\, is open to pedestrians only.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/first-friday-migratory-fish-on-3rd-street/
LOCATION:Third Street – Downtown Turners Falls\, 24 - 42 Third Street\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Culture,Music,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T140000
DTSTAMP:20250607T135759Z
CREATED:20250413T152719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250607T135759Z
UID:4967-1749290400-1749304800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Rain or Shine! 18th Annual Free Family Fishing Day
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Family Fishing Day\, at Barton Cove\, with additional activities at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Join us for a day of FREE fishing fun. Adults and children of all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event is held rain or shine. Parking is free. Free shuttle bus between sites. \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\n \nhttps://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Family-Fishing-Day-2025-2.mp4\n 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/save-the-date-17th-annual-free-family-fishing-day/
LOCATION:Barton Cove Day Use Area\, Barton Cove Road\, Gill\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T120000
DTSTAMP:20250615T180246Z
CREATED:20250523T212010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T180246Z
UID:5064-1749983400-1749988800@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 water. Will your bees live in a tree trunk or holes in the ground\, in a nest made of mud or leaves? Learn how important native bees are\, especially for growing food. For ages 4 and up\, including teens and adults! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Designed for families. All are welcome! Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/fields-forests-what-do-bees-need-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T113000
DTSTAMP:20250523T212358Z
CREATED:20250523T212358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T212358Z
UID:5066-1750415400-1750419000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Turtles
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-turtles-3/
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:20250627T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T113000
DTSTAMP:20250613T151045Z
CREATED:20250523T212659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T151045Z
UID:5068-1751020200-1751023800@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-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Story Time
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