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SUMMARY:Nice and 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. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walks-11/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Geology,History,Nature,Science,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T100000
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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 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-and-easy-walk-25/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T103000
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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. In case of rain\, you can find our activities inside the center instead. For all ages.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/find-us-at-the-farmers-market-12/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Geology,History,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T100000
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SUMMARY:Nice and 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. Meet at the main entrance.  
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walks-10/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T173000
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SUMMARY:First Friday: Investigation Station — From Fiber into Yarn
DESCRIPTION:Spinning fiber into yarn was once a skill that everyone needed to get by. Whether you spun for yourself or were among the one-in-five Bay Staters who spun fiber for work\, everyone recognized a spindle. Stop by our table outside the center for five minutes or longer and learn about fiber arts along the Connecticut River. All ages. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/first-friday-investigation-station-from-fiber-into-yarn/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250831T150000
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SUMMARY:Watershed History Station: Women Who Made Franklin County
DESCRIPTION:This Labor Day Weekend\, experience Franklin County through the maps\, stories\, photos and lives of four women who worked here. Stop by our table for a few minutes or longer to explore and relive history. Meet outside the center. In case of inclement weather\, find us inside the center. For all ages.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/watershed-history-station-women-who-made-franklin-county/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T103000
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UID:5241-1756549800-1756558800@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 center instead. For all ages.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/find-us-at-the-farmers-market-11/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Geology,History,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T100000
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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. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walks-20/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Geology,History,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T130000
DTSTAMP:20250720T212021Z
CREATED:20250720T212021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T212021Z
UID:5239-1755945000-1755954000@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 center instead. For all ages.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/find-us-at-the-farmers-market-10/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T100000
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DTSTAMP:20250720T203838Z
CREATED:20250720T203838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T203838Z
UID:5223-1755770400-1755774000@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. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walks-19/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Geology,History,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T110000
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UID:5221-1755165600-1755169200@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. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walks-18/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T110000
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UID:5230-1754733600-1754737200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:River Baron walk: Reshaping New England’s Longest River
DESCRIPTION:Experience America’s longest log drive through the photos and stories of locals\, laborers and the infamous River Baron\, George Van Dyke. Join us for an easy 1.25-mile hike through downtown Turners Falls and along the Canalside Rail Trail. This walk is scheduled for rain or shine. For adults and children ages 9 and up. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/river-baron-walk-reshaping-new-englands-longest-river/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T100000
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UID:5218-1754560800-1754564400@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. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walks-17/
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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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTSTAMP:20250720T190815Z
CREATED:20250720T190724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T190815Z
UID:5191-1754006400-1759276799@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ongoing - Great Hall Exhibit: The Towns of Franklin County— by the Springfield Photographic Society
DESCRIPTION:Find out what makes our Franklin County communities so special through the eyes of avid photographers! This exhibit features a photograph of each of the communities in Franklin County by members of the Springfield Photographic Society. Founded in 1937\, the club is made up of enthusiasts from photographic novices to professionals who have in common a love of their craft. Among their recent field trips were stops in Franklin County\, where members took photos together and learned from one another. To learn more visit: www.springfield-ps.com.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/ongoing-great-hall-exhibit-the-towns-of-franklin-county-by-the-springfield-photographic-society/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,History,Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T110000
DTSTAMP:20250622T210022Z
CREATED:20250622T210022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T210022Z
UID:5143-1753956000-1753959600@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-53/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T130000
DTSTAMP:20250622T213253Z
CREATED:20250622T213253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T213253Z
UID:5168-1753525800-1753534800@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-9/
LOCATION:Peskeompskut Park\, Avenue A between 6th and 7th Streets\, Turners Falls\, 01376
CATEGORIES:Children,Geology,History,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T110000
DTSTAMP:20250622T205726Z
CREATED:20250622T205620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T205726Z
UID:5141-1753351200-1753354800@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-52/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T160000
DTSTAMP:20250622T212636Z
CREATED:20250622T212636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T212636Z
UID:5163-1752933600-1752940800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Great Hall Artist Talk and Reception: Ways of My Ancestors — We Are Still Here  
DESCRIPTION:Starting at 2 p.m. Native American photographer Scott Strong Hawk Foster presents a talk about his exhibit\, Ways of My Ancestors—We Are Still Here\, which captures his travels throughout the ancestral homelands of the Native American Peoples of New England. Come early to see the photography and stay for the talk and refreshments. All ages. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-hall-artist-talk-and-reception-ways-of-my-ancestors-we-are-still-here/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,History,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T110000
DTSTAMP:20250622T204714Z
CREATED:20250622T204714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T204714Z
UID:5139-1752746400-1752750000@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-51/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T110000
DTSTAMP:20250622T204226Z
CREATED:20250622T204226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T204226Z
UID:5135-1751536800-1751540400@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-49/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Geology,History,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/canal-post-card.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T120000
DTSTAMP:20250524T143334Z
CREATED:20250524T143334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T143334Z
UID:5105-1751104800-1751112000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Pride Hike: Canalside Stonewall Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pride and 56 years since Stonewall by hiking along the Canalside Rail Trail! Be in community with nature and each other as we walk and talk beside a historic canal. This hike is a 2.6-mile round trip hike on a flat\, paved trail. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. For ages 10 and up. Meet outside the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/pride-hike-canalside-stonewall-stroll/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Walk
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T110000
DTSTAMP:20250524T142442Z
CREATED:20250524T142442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T142442Z
UID:5103-1750932000-1750935600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:We’re beating the heat by moving Nice & Easy Walks to Thursdays at 10 a.m. during the summer months of June\, July\, and August. Join us for an 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 outside the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walk-48/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T140000
DTSTAMP:20250523T193528Z
CREATED:20250523T193528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T193528Z
UID:5051-1749819600-1749823200@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-47/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Geology,History,Nature,Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T140000
DTSTAMP:20250523T193126Z
CREATED:20250523T193126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T193126Z
UID:5049-1749214800-1749218400@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-46/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Geology,History,Nature,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T150000
DTSTAMP:20250412T211317Z
CREATED:20250412T211317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T211317Z
UID:4964-1748700000-1748703600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:The Six Navigational Canals of the Connecticut River
DESCRIPTION:Robert Comeau of Historical Tours of Greater Holyoke presents this illustrated talk\, part of a series called “Canals in the Connecticut River Valley of Massachusetts.” In the 1800s river transportation of goods on the Connecticut River was once possible from Old Lyme\, Connecticut\, to Barnet\, Vermont\, through the aid of six navigational canals – Enfield Falls\, South Hadley Falls\, Turner Falls\, Bellows Falls\, Sumner Falls\, and Olcott Falls. Rediscover these former navigational canals. Funded by a state level Massachusetts Cultural Council grant for 2025. Free and for all ages. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/the-six-navigational-canals-of-the-connecticut-river/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Talk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630
DTSTAMP:20250524T192734Z
CREATED:20250412T210821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T192734Z
UID:4962-1748649600-1751241599@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ongoing Great Hall Exhibit — Dam Culture 1995-2025: Skateboarding in Montague\, MA
DESCRIPTION:Jeremy Latch presents a photographic and video still exhibit of skateboarding in Montague\, MA. Dam Culture reveals 30 years of images of people skateboarding in our town’s public spaces and includes recently digitized footage of the 1990’s and 2000’s. The exhibit contains a record of lost spaces: no longer present landscapes and structures. It is a witness to the ongoing changing architecture of Montague. For all ages. Reception on June 21 2 – 4 p.m. in the Great Hall. 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/ongoing-great-hall-exhibit-dam-culture-1995-2025-skateboarding-in-montague-ma/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T140000
DTSTAMP:20250412T185529Z
CREATED:20250412T185529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T185529Z
UID:4933-1748610000-1748613600@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-45/
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:20250523T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T140000
DTSTAMP:20250412T185602Z
CREATED:20250412T185317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T185602Z
UID:4930-1748005200-1748008800@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-walks-16/
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:20250517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T153000
DTSTAMP:20250412T210141Z
CREATED:20250412T210141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T210141Z
UID:4955-1747486800-1747495800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nolumbeka Project Day of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Commemorate the 349th Anniversary of the Great Falls Massacre\, 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 and others. For more info visit: www.nolumbekaproject.org. Free and open to all. Light refreshments provided. Co-sponsored by Nolumbeka Project and DCR. For all ages.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nolumbeka-project-day-of-remembrance-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:20250516T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T140000
DTSTAMP:20250412T185149Z
CREATED:20250412T185149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T185149Z
UID:4928-1747400400-1747404000@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-44/
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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