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SUMMARY:Pocumtuck Homelands Festival: Fish Printing at Unity Park *
DESCRIPTION:A free two-day celebration at Unity Park in Turners Falls\, sponsored by the Nolumbeka Project and RiverCulture. This festival is the perfect combination of live music\, drumming\, dancing\, storytelling\, native crafts and food. On Saturday August 3\, 10 a.m.— 5 p.m.\, families may visit the Northfield Mountain and Great Falls Discovery Center tent to make your own vibrantly colored fish print to take home. All materials provided. For more information on the entire event visit nolumbekaproject.org/events. Unity Park is located at 56 First Street. \n* Food\, Farms\, & Factories: 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/pocumtuck-homelands-festival-fish-printing-at-unity-park/
LOCATION:Unity Park\, 56 First Street\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Culture,Food farms and factories,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T190000
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SUMMARY:Great Falls Coffeehouse Presents: The Klines
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center’s concert series featuring local talent. Michael and Carrie Kline\nwith Joe Blumenthal and Jim Armenti. As folklorist-musicians The Klines weave songs and stories\, evoking times that\nreally matter; time with family and friends\, spiritual times\, wrapped in a patchwork quilt of vivid imagery. Refreshments available. Sliding scale suggested donations\, all in support of educational programming at the Center. For all ages. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-falls-coffeehouse-presents-michael-nix-gloria-matlock/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240818T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240818T153000
DTSTAMP:20240719T214107Z
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SUMMARY:A French/Breton Jam Session
DESCRIPTION:An informal group of musicians gathers to play the enchanting traditional dance music from France and Brittany\, commonly known as bal folk. Please note\, this is not a performance but rather a coming together of musically minded friends. The event is free and open to the public to come and go at will. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/a-french-breton-jam-session-8/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240818T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240818T163000
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SUMMARY:An Intro to French/Breton Dancing
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard the music\, now learn the dances! A very informal introduction to the dances that accompany the bal folk music played at the French/Breton session (see above). Note: to protect the floor of the Great Hall\, bring clean soled or dance shoes for dancing. Please\, no fresh-off-the-street shoes. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/an-intro-to-french-breton-dancing/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T210000
DTSTAMP:20240720T143153Z
CREATED:20240720T143018Z
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SUMMARY:Antenna Cloud Farm Presents: Dana Lyn & Kyle Sanna with Special Guest Seamus Egan
DESCRIPTION:Through the looking glass— A fresh approach to traditional Irish music. Renowned Brooklyn-based fiddle & guitar duo Dana Lyn & Kyle Sanna are joined by master instrumentalist Seamus Egan (Solas) for an evening of compelling new interpretations of traditional Irish music. For ticket pricing and purchasing information\, please visit www.antennacloudfarm.com/2024-concerts. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/antenna-cloud-farm-presents-dana-lyn-kyle-sanna-with-special-guest-seamus-egan/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T110000
DTSTAMP:20240619T205423Z
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SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walk: Community Gardens  – Food\, Farms\, and Factories Edition *
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for seniors\, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history highlights along the way. Join us as we explore downtown Turners Falls community gardens with a stop at the Great Falls Farmers Market. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance. \n* Food\, Farms\, & Factories: 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/nice-easy-walk-community-gardens-food-farms-and-factories-edition/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,Nature,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T140000
DTSTAMP:20240824T213543Z
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UID:4404-1725627600-1725631200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walks: Industrialization *
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for seniors\, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history along the way. Our September walks focus on community and industrialization in Turners Falls. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance. \n*Food\, Farms\, and Factories \nIn 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/nice-easy-walks-industrialization/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,History,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T140000
DTSTAMP:20240825T143048Z
CREATED:20240824T150332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T143048Z
UID:4407-1726232400-1726236000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walks: Industrialization *
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for seniors\, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history along the way. Our September walks focus on community and industrialization in Turners Falls. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance. \n*Food\, Farms\, and Factories \nIn 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/nice-easy-walks-industrialization-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,History,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T210000
DTSTAMP:20240828T180454Z
CREATED:20240828T180454Z
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SUMMARY:Great Falls Coffeehouse Presents: Bork\, Tinen\, & Kahn
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center’s concert series featuring local talent. Enjoy a tapestry of songs expressing the richness of human experience. Refreshments available. Sliding scale suggested donations\, all in support of educational programming at the Center. For all ages. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-falls-coffeehouse-presents-bork-tinen-kahn/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T130000
DTSTAMP:20240904T214636Z
CREATED:20240824T154656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T214636Z
UID:4419-1726308000-1726318800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:“Three Sisters” with Dan Shears *
DESCRIPTION:At the Great Falls Farmers Market at Peskeompskut Park learn about “Three Sisters” and other traditions practiced by the Abeneki Nation. Dan Shears discusses his collection of traditional handmade baskets and dried native foods. For all ages. The Great Falls Farmers Market is located between 6th and 7th streets along Avenue A at Peskeompskut Park.  \n*Food\, Farms\, and Factories \nIn 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/three-sisters-with-dan-shears/
LOCATION:Peskeompskut Park\, Avenue A between 6th and 7th Streets\, Turners Falls\, 01376
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,History,Nature,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T153000
DTSTAMP:20240825T143224Z
CREATED:20240824T160120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T143224Z
UID:4421-1726318800-1726327800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Talk With the Indian Doctress: * Interpreting 19th Century Native American Medicine
DESCRIPTION:At the Shea Theater\, Dr. Marge Bruchac discusses research on Native medicinal plants and practitioners\, the approaches she uses to make these histories visible\, as part of our Food\, Farms\, and Factories project\, in collaboration with the Nolumbeka Project. In 19th century New England\, “Indian Doctors” and “Indian Doctresses” treated Native and non-Native neighbors alike. Connecticut River valley residents turned to Mohican and Abenaki practitioners for what we recognize today as herbalism\, chiropractic\, physiotherapy\, and spiritual healing. As people moved increasingly towards modern medicine\, these gifted healers were forgotten\, and their knowledge exploited by patent medicine makers. Refreshments in the lobby at 1 p.m. Talk begins at 1:30 p.m. Free & open to all. Shea Theater\, 71 Avenue A. \n*Food\, Farms\, and Factories \nIn 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/talk-with-the-indian-doctress-interpreting-19th-century-native-american-medicine/
LOCATION:Shea Theater Arts Center\, 71 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,History,Nature,Stewardship,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T210000
DTSTAMP:20240814T194743Z
CREATED:20240726T184731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T194743Z
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SUMMARY:Common Ground Movie Showing *
DESCRIPTION:As part of our center’s Food\, Farms\, and Factories project\, we are excited to announce that the Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA) and Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA) are kicking-off Climate Week with a free showing of the movie Common Ground. The movie includes investigative journalism and personal stories from those in the food movement. Common Ground uncovers the reasons for our broken food system and profiles a hopeful movement of farmers who are using regenerative agriculture. Film to be followed by a post-screening discussion with farmers\, land managers\, and master gardeners. Free. Refreshments provided. Greenfield Garden Cinemas  is located at 361 Main Street\, Greenfield. Register for this free event: nofamass.org/events. Gathering with food at 6:00 p.m.; Film at 6:30 p.m.; Discussion 8:15 – 9:00 p.m. \n* Food\, Farms\, & Factories: 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/common-ground/
LOCATION:Greenfield Garden Cinemas\, 361 Main Street\, Greenfield\, Massachusetts\, 01301
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,History,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T190000
DTSTAMP:20240825T143318Z
CREATED:20240824T161417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T143318Z
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SUMMARY:Harvest Reading *
DESCRIPTION:For older youth and adults. Join us at the Montague Center Library\, in celebration of the Harvest Moon. A curated selection of 5-10 local authors share their poems or short pieces on the theme of the harvest. Join us for refreshments\, inspiring readings\, and to celebrate the season! The Montague Center Library is located at 17 Center Street in Montague. \n*Food\, Farms\, and Factories \nIn 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/harvest-reading/
LOCATION:Montague Center Library\, 17 Center Street\, Montague\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,Nature,Stewardship,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T140000
DTSTAMP:20240825T143406Z
CREATED:20240824T150632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T143406Z
UID:4410-1726837200-1726840800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walks: Industrialization *
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for seniors\, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history along the way. Our September walks focus on community and industrialization in Turners Falls. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance. \n*Food\, Farms\, and Factories \nIn 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/nice-easy-walks-industrialization-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,History,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T140000
DTSTAMP:20240825T143914Z
CREATED:20240824T150839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240825T143914Z
UID:4412-1727442000-1727445600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walks: Industrialization *
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for seniors\, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history along the way. Our September walks focus on community and industrialization in Turners Falls. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance. \n*Food\, Farms\, and Factories \nIn 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/nice-easy-walks-industrialization-4/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,History,Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T160000
DTSTAMP:20240930T154053Z
CREATED:20240824T211745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T154053Z
UID:4443-1727618400-1727625600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Talk and Exhibit Reception: Franklin County Industry “Then and Now” *
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy refreshments starting at 2 p.m.\, and then at 2:30 p.m. Jim Terapane from the Museum of Our Industrial Heritage talks about the origins of some of Franklin County’s most influential industries and how this heritage endures today. Learn about how the descendants of these early pioneering industries are surviving and how our creative culture continues to evolve. DCR staff introduce our new Great Hall exhibit: A First Class Machine Shop. Meet in the Great Hall. \n*Food\, Farms\, and Factories \nIn 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/talk-and-exhibit-reception-franklin-county-industry-then-and-now/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,History,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T140000
DTSTAMP:20240921T145150Z
CREATED:20240921T145057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T145150Z
UID:4476-1728046800-1728050400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walks
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for seniors\, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walks-11/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Nature,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T130000
DTSTAMP:20240921T154043Z
CREATED:20240921T154025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T154043Z
UID:4498-1728124200-1728133200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Find us at the Farmers Market: Learning about Leaves *
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Food\, Farms\, and Factories project\, join DCR staff\, and Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center to embrace the changing season. An exploration of fall leaves at the Great Falls Farmers Market\, located between 6th and 7th streets along Avenue A at Peskeompskut Park. Includes family-friendly activities—all about leaves! \n*Food\, Farms\, and Factories \nIn 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/find-us-at-the-farmers-market-learning-about-leaves/
LOCATION:Peskeompskut Park\, Avenue A between 6th and 7th Streets\, Turners Falls\, 01376
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Culture,Food farms and factories,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T140000
DTSTAMP:20240921T150522Z
CREATED:20240921T150522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T150522Z
UID:4479-1728651600-1728655200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walks
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for seniors\, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walks-12/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Nature,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T210000
DTSTAMP:20241003T144436Z
CREATED:20240921T154453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T144436Z
UID:4501-1728673200-1728680400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Great Falls Coffeehouse Presents: Box Shop Duo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center’s concert series featuring local talent. Enjoy contemporary and original folk music from the Box Shop Duo. Refreshments available. Sliding scale suggested donations\, all in support of educational programming at the Center. For all ages. \nThe Box Shop Duo consists of singer-songwriters Gene Stamell and Mitch Mulholland. Accompanied by acoustic guitars\, they perform original songs and covers after the folk style\, with some blues and rock; both humorous and serious.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-falls-coffeehouse-presents-box-shop-duo/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241106
DTSTAMP:20241101T154942Z
CREATED:20240921T144103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T154942Z
UID:4472-1729123200-1730851199@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ongoing - Great Hall Exhibit: Day of the Dead Altar *
DESCRIPTION:In the Great Hall\, view a Day of the Dead altar built by local families\, with support from Montague Catholic Social Ministries. Learn about the tradition of leaving messages of love to honor and commemorate loved ones. \n* Food\, Farms\, and Factories \nIn 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/great-hall-exhibit-day-of-the-dead-altar-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,Food farms and factories
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T140000
DTSTAMP:20240921T151547Z
CREATED:20240921T151547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T151547Z
UID:4485-1729256400-1729260000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walks
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for seniors\, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walks-13/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Nature,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T160000
DTSTAMP:20240921T160403Z
CREATED:20240921T160403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T160403Z
UID:4506-1729432800-1729440000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:The Commonality Project: A Performance Event on the Theme of Community
DESCRIPTION:Different performance artists share their interpretations of community through performance and interludes. How has community supported us\, or not? What are the challenges in creating community? Where do we find it\, or don’t\, and the different ways it can be and look? Through an entertainment lens let’s explore and be connected. This project was made possible from the performers hard work\, the Great Falls Discovery Center\, and a grant from the Mass Cultural Council of Montague\, MA. All ages welcome.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/the-commonality-project-a-performance-event-on-the-theme-of-community/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T140000
DTSTAMP:20240921T151843Z
CREATED:20240921T151843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T151843Z
UID:4487-1729861200-1729864800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walks
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for seniors\, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walks-14/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Nature,Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/canal-post-card.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T120000
DTSTAMP:20241017T142537Z
CREATED:20240921T160916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T142537Z
UID:4509-1729936800-1729944000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Find Us at the Farmers Market! *
DESCRIPTION:Montague Public Libraries joins us for Food\, Farms\, and Factories fun at the Farmers Market\, featuring books and activities about growing food. The Great Falls Farmers Market is located between 6th and 7th streets along Avenue A at Peskeompskut Park. All ages welcome. \n*Food\, Farms\, and Factories \nIn 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/find-us-at-the-farmers-market-6/
LOCATION:Peskeompskut Park\, Avenue A between 6th and 7th Streets\, Turners Falls\, 01376
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Culture,Food farms and factories,History,Nature,Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241106
DTSTAMP:20241016T224247Z
CREATED:20241016T194844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T224247Z
UID:4529-1729987200-1730851199@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ongoing: StoryWalk® Series * - From Apple Trees to Cider\, Please!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a story\, and fresh air! Join us on the center’s grounds for a free self-guided StoryWalk® featuring the children’s picture books. Follow the path to book pages posted along the route. \nOctober 27—November 5:   From Apple Trees to Cider\, Please! by Felicia Sanzari Cherneskey. For young readers ages 4—8\, and everyone who loves the harvest season. Enjoy the 2024 CiderDays Trail at ciderdays.org\, November 2—3. \nThe StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier\, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. StoryWalk® 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-series-from-apple-trees-to-cider-please-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,Nature,Story Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T163000
DTSTAMP:20240921T161207Z
CREATED:20240921T161125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T161207Z
UID:4511-1730039400-1730046600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:A French/Breton Jam Session
DESCRIPTION:All ages. An informal group of musicians gathers to play the enchanting traditional dance music from France and Brittany\, commonly known as bal folk. Please note\, this is not a performance but rather a coming together of musically-minded friends. The event is free and open to the public to come and go at will.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/a-french-breton-jam-session-10/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241103T120000
DTSTAMP:20241016T200634Z
CREATED:20241016T200617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T200634Z
UID:4535-1730628000-1730635200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Big Read Book Give Away * - Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude
DESCRIPTION:At Clarkdale Fruit Farm\, Deerfield \nGet a free copy of Ross Gay’s Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude. Part of Cider Days\, sponsored by Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association and Montague Public Libraries. Clarkdale Fruit Farm\, 303 Upper Rd.\, Deerfield\, MA. Ciderdays.org. \n* Food\, Farms\, and Factories \nIn 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/big-read-book-give-away-catalog-of-unabashed-gratitude/
LOCATION:Clarkdale Fruit Farm\, 303 Upper Rd.\, Deerfield\, MA\, 01342\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association":MAILTO:pvmaoffice@deerfieldmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T210000
DTSTAMP:20241019T191056Z
CREATED:20241016T201425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T191056Z
UID:4543-1731092400-1731099600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Great Falls Coffeehouse Presents: Zydeco Connection
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center’s concert series featuring local talent. Enjoy Louisiana blues\, boogie-woogie\, two step and waltzes with Zydeco Connection. Refreshments available. Sliding scale suggested donations\, all in support of educational programming at the Center. For all ages. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-falls-coffeehouse-presents-zydeco-connection/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
DTSTAMP:20251108T162017Z
CREATED:20241016T201039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T162017Z
UID:4540-1731110400-1762559999@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ongoing - Deep Roots: A History of Agriculture in the Connecticut River Valley *
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Food\, Farms\, and Factories programming\, the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association’s exhibit in our hallway gallery explores the history of agriculture in our fertile floodplain valley–from indigenous land use before English settlement to today’s Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA) movement. For youth and adults. \n* Food\, Farms\, and Factories \nIn 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/deep-roots-a-history-of-agriculture-in-the-connecticut-river-valley/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:crossroads,Culture,Food farms and factories,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association":MAILTO:pvmaoffice@deerfieldmuseum.org
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