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SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1- to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for older adults\, but open to all. Enjoy some 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-and-easy-walk-60/
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:20260820T100000
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SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1- to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for older adults\, but open to all. Enjoy some 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-and-easy-walk-61/
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:20260822T103000
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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. For all ages.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/find-us-at-the-farmers-market-17/
LOCATION:Peskeompskut Park\, Avenue A between 6th and 7th Streets\, Turners Falls\, 01376
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T100000
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SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1- to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for older adults\, but open to all. Enjoy some 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-and-easy-walk-62/
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:20260905T140000
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SUMMARY:Labor History Talk: The Keith Paper Mill Strike of 1937
DESCRIPTION:How far would you go to keep your livelihood? Learn about the 90 women and 8 men who struck during the Depression at the Keith Paper mill\, through newspapers\, maps and photos with DCR staff. Meet in the Great Hall. Ages 8 and up.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/labor-history-talk-the-keith-paper-mill-strike-of-1937-2/
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:20260910T100000
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SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1- to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for older adults\, but open to all. Enjoy some 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-and-easy-walk-63/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Geology,History,Nature,Stewardship,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T140000
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SUMMARY:Constitution Banner Program
DESCRIPTION:Help us create a “We the People” banner together inspired by the United States Constitution. Pick out core statements\, phrases or meaningful words from our Constitution and place them on the banner. You are also invited to place your handprint on the banner (non- toxic washable paints). Come learn about the Constitution\, how our government was structured\, and enjoy a fun and creative afternoon with our community. Prizes for young folks who show up with the Preamble to the Constitution memorized! Sponsored by Indivisible Montague. For all ages\, meet in the courtyard. In case of rain\, meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/constitution-banner-program-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Stewardship
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SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1- to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for older adults\, but open to all. Enjoy some 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-and-easy-walk-64/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Geology,History,Nature,Stewardship,Walk
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SUMMARY:Artist Reception: Kerry St. Laurent’s Stitched Through the Seven Sisters
DESCRIPTION:Meet the artist\, Kerry St. Laurent\, who created a unique journey through the Seven Sisters of the Holyoke Range through art. Light refreshments. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/artist-reception-kerry-st-laurents-stitched-through-the-seven-sisters/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T110000
DTSTAMP:20260808T153711Z
CREATED:20260808T153711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T153711Z
UID:6340-1790244000-1790247600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1- to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for older adults\, but open to all. Enjoy some 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. Note that there is no walk on September 3.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walk-65/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Geology,History,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Walk
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SUMMARY:Canal Draw Down History Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Check out the annual draining of the Turners Falls canal\, take a stroll along the Canalside Rail Trail\, and absorb local history with Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center staff and DCR staff. Meet at the entrance of the Center for this free two-mile walk on flat terrain. Meet at the main entrance. For adults and youth.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/canal-draw-down-history-stroll-4/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260808T214322Z
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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. For all ages.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/find-us-at-the-farmers-market-18/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T103000
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SUMMARY:Art Naturally: Paper Marbling and Mini Books
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature through story\, poetry and art in our series of free art programs. Inspired by the Montague Paper Company’s history of making book paper\, we’ll celebrate the book arts—right here in the building that was once the company’s machine shop. With instruction and technique\, you create an art piece to take home using Suminagashi techniques (the Japanese art of marbling) and making small accordion-pleated books. For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). All art materials provided. Meet in the Great Hall at 10:30am for complete instructions.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/art-naturally-paper-marbling-and-mini-books/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,History
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