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SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walk
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. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walk-19/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Nature,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T140000
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UID:4099-1715950800-1715954400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walk
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. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walk-20/
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:20240518T130000
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SUMMARY:Nolumbeka Project Day of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Commemorate the 348th Anniversary of the Great Falls Massacre and the 20th anniversary of the Reconciliation Ceremony\, outdoors weather permitting\, or in the Great Hall. Tribal members and non-Tribal public are welcome. Honored guests include: Liz Coldwind Santana Kiser\, Elder\, Council Woman\, and Tribal Historical Preservation Officer for the Chaubunagungamaug Band of Nipmuck Indians; Elnu Abenaki Chief Roger Longtoe Sheehan; and others. For more info visit: www.nolumbekaproject.org. Free and open to all. Light refreshments provided. Co-sponsored by Nolumbeka Project and DCR.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nolumbeka-project-day-of-remembrance/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T160000
DTSTAMP:20240518T204420Z
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SUMMARY:Wild and Cultivated Edible Plants: A Show ’n Tell *
DESCRIPTION:Many invasive plants\, like garlic mustard and goutweed\, are tasty and nutritious additions to our diet. Author/illustrator Blanche Derby brings samples of her wild and cultivated plant friends for this indoor presentation in the Great Hall. In collaboration with Exploded View and our 2024Food\, Farms\, and Factories project. For ages 12 and up. 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/wild-and-cultivated-edible-plants-a-show-n-tell/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,Nature,Stewardship,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T140000
DTSTAMP:20240420T203616Z
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SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walk - Sea Lamprey*
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. Meet at the main entrance. Today’s topic is Sea Lamprey\, as part of our Food\, Farms\, and Factories project.  \n* Food\, Farms\, & 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 www.greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/foodfarmsandfactories to learn more.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walk-sea-lamprey/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,History,Nature,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T120000
DTSTAMP:20240519T192915Z
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SUMMARY:Art Naturally Series: Felted Fish*
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature and culture through story\, poetry\, and art in our series of free Art Naturally programs. Using words and images\, instruction and techniques you create an art piece inspired by the natural world to take home. Learn how the shad’s shape helps it swim upstream. Make a wet-felted underwater scene. For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). All art materials provided. Meet in the Great Hall. \n* Food\, Farms\, & 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 www.greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/foodfarmsandfactories to learn more.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/art-naturally-series-felted-fish/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Culture,Food farms and factories,History,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240526T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240526T163000
DTSTAMP:20240420T212658Z
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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-6/
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:20240531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T140000
DTSTAMP:20240420T203915Z
CREATED:20240420T203915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240420T203915Z
UID:4107-1717160400-1717164000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walk
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. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walk-21/
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:20240607T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T140000
DTSTAMP:20240517T212937Z
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UID:4175-1717765200-1717768800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walk
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. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water.\nInclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walks-10/
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:20240609T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T160000
DTSTAMP:20240601T150017Z
CREATED:20240517T213834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240601T150017Z
UID:4189-1717941600-1717948800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Downtown Foraging Walk*
DESCRIPTION:Explore how people have coevolved with plants. Join herbalist Laura Torraco\, owner of Sage Green Botanicals\, for a plant walk guided by the senses. Discover plant ID tips\, medicinal and material uses\, and histories of plants that live around us. Part of our Food\, Farms\, and Factories series of programs with Exploded View. For ages 12 and up. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes. Meet at the main entrance. \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/downtown-foraging-walk/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,Nature,Talk,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T140000
DTSTAMP:20240517T212904Z
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SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walk
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. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water.\nInclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walk-22/
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:20240616T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240616T163000
DTSTAMP:20240518T193433Z
CREATED:20240518T193433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T193433Z
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SUMMARY:A French/Breton Jam Session
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, June 16\, 2:30— 4:30 p.m. \nAn informal group of musicians gather 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-7/
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:20240629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T120000
DTSTAMP:20240619T201528Z
CREATED:20240619T201519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T201528Z
UID:4300-1719655200-1719662400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Find Us at the Farmers Market! *
DESCRIPTION:Montague Public Libraries is joining in our Food\, Farms\, and Factories fun with summer visits to the Farmers Market\, with books and activities about growing food. The Great Falls Farmers Market is located between 6th and 7th streets along Avenue A at Peskeompskut Park. \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/find-us-at-the-farmers-market-3/
LOCATION:Peskeompskut Park\, Avenue A between 6th and 7th Streets\, Turners Falls\, 01376
CATEGORIES:Children,Culture,Food farms and factories
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T160000
DTSTAMP:20240519T192159Z
CREATED:20240518T203506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240519T192159Z
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SUMMARY:Closing Reception and Performance: What’s on Your Plate? *
DESCRIPTION:Dynamic art\, word\, and performance conclude Exploded View’s exhibit on the theme of food\, farms\, hope\, community\, and climate. Features readings of selected work by Exploded View\, and family sing-along with community bard Annie Hassett. All ages. 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. This performance is funded by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \n 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/closing-reception-and-performance-whats-on-your-plate/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Food farms and factories,Music,Talk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240702
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240729
DTSTAMP:20240619T160826Z
CREATED:20240616T204444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T160826Z
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SUMMARY:Great Hall Exhibit:  Remnants *
DESCRIPTION:Photographer Joe Wallace captures the stark beauty of Turners Falls’ abandoned Strathmore and Griswold mills. Interior photos from 2010 reveal remnants of the town’s industrial past along the Turners Falls canal. \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/great-hall-exhibit-remnants/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,Food farms and factories,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T150000
DTSTAMP:20240704T175535Z
CREATED:20240619T193216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T175535Z
UID:4288-1720962000-1720969200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Artist Reception and Talk: Remnants *
DESCRIPTION:Photographer Joe Wallace captures the stark beauty of Turners Falls’ abandoned Strathmore and Griswold mills. Refreshments provided from 1 -3 p.m.\, and starting at 1:30 p.m. Joe discusses his photography in the mills and hear from town administrator Walter Ramsey about the past and future of the mill sites.   Meet in the Great Hall. \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/artist-reception-and-talk-remnants/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,Food farms and factories,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T110000
DTSTAMP:20240619T194846Z
CREATED:20240619T194834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T194846Z
UID:4293-1722074400-1722078000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walk: Downtown Restaurants  - 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 highlight local restaurants downtown and explore their connections to local food. 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-downtown-restaurants-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,History,Walk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240903
DTSTAMP:20240720T161311Z
CREATED:20240720T161311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240720T161311Z
UID:4354-1722470400-1725321599@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Great Hall Exhibit:  Local Birds in Colored Pencil
DESCRIPTION:Artist Mark Majeski takes photographs of birds and plants and arranges them into collages as a guide for his drawings. Using this process\, he emphasizes the coloration and behavior of commonly seen Massachusetts birds.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-hall-exhibit-local-birds-in-colored-pencil/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T170000
DTSTAMP:20240726T200702Z
CREATED:20240719T205547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T200702Z
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T210000
DTSTAMP:20240731T172009Z
CREATED:20240719T211708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T172009Z
UID:4339-1723230000-1723237200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
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
CREATED:20240719T214107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T214107Z
UID:4345-1723987800-1723995000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
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
DTSTAMP:20240719T213927Z
CREATED:20240719T213927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T213927Z
UID:4343-1723995000-1723998600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
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
LAST-MODIFIED:20240720T143153Z
UID:4347-1724353200-1724360400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
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
CREATED:20240619T205413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T205423Z
UID:4304-1724493600-1724497200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
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
CREATED:20240823T005555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240824T213543Z
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
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T180454Z
UID:4460-1726254000-1726261200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
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
UID:4360-1726509600-1726520400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
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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