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UID:4833-1743157800-1743161400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Frogs
DESCRIPTION:For ages 3-6\, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story\, activities\, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors\, weather permitting. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-frogs-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T191503Z
UID:4819-1743166800-1743170400@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-37/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Nature,Walk
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250501
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T200253Z
UID:4856-1743638400-1746057599@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ongoing: Indoor StoryWalk ® — One Earth
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the indoor StoryWalk®\, One Earth by Eileen Spinelli\, which is an open invitation to both celebrate our planet and honor it through stewardship. Count the reasons to love the planet and ways to protect it. For ages 4—8 and anyone who loves the earth\, accompanied by an adult. Meet at the welcome desk. \nThe StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier\, VT\, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Story Walk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. This StoryWalk® is provided by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation Interpretive Services.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/ongoing-indoor-storywalk-one-earth/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Story Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T140000
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CREATED:20250314T201641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T201641Z
UID:4858-1743771600-1743775200@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-38/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Nature,Walk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250501
DTSTAMP:20250314T213541Z
CREATED:20250314T213541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T213541Z
UID:4883-1744243200-1746057599@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ongoing: Outdoor StoryWalk® — Spring is Here!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a story\, fresh air and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for a free self-guided StoryWalk® featuring a children’s picture book. Follow the path to book pages posted along the route. Spring is Here! by Heidi Pross Gay is for ages 2—8 and everyone looking for the first signs of spring. \nThe StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier\, VT\, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Story Walk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. This StoryWalk® is provided by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation Interpretive Services.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/ongoing-outdoor-storywalk-spring-is-here/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Story Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T113000
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CREATED:20250314T204422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T204422Z
UID:4874-1744367400-1744371000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Osprey
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story\, activities\, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors\, weather permitting. For ages 3-6\, accompanied by an adult. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-osprey-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T140000
DTSTAMP:20250314T202002Z
CREATED:20250314T202002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T202002Z
UID:4860-1744376400-1744380000@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-39/
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:20250412T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T160000
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CREATED:20250314T213839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T213839Z
UID:4885-1744466400-1744473600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Vernal Pool Variety Hour: Secrets to Frog and Salamander Survival
DESCRIPTION:Why are the still waters and muck of vernal pools the most attractive pieces of real estate for amphibians in the spring? What is a “Big Night”? Join us for this drop-in program exploring the soggy lives of frogs\, toads\, and salamanders and their dangerous migration journeys. For children ages 7 and up and their families. Includes a game and crafting. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/vernal-pool-variety-hour-secrets-to-frog-and-salamander-survival/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T113000
DTSTAMP:20250314T205151Z
CREATED:20250314T205151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T205151Z
UID:4876-1744972200-1744975800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Chipmunks
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story\, activities\, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors\, weather permitting. For ages 3-6\, accompanied by an adult. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-chipmunks-4/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Stewardship,Story Time
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/chipmunks-kidleidoscope.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T140000
DTSTAMP:20250314T202225Z
CREATED:20250314T202225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T202225Z
UID:4862-1744981200-1744984800@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-40/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Nature,Walk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250428
DTSTAMP:20250314T214824Z
CREATED:20250314T214735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T214824Z
UID:4893-1745020800-1745798399@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ongoing: Earth Week Investigation Station and Indoor Storywalk® - One Earth
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the welcome desk during school vacation week for activities to inspire taking care of where we live. Enjoy indoor and outdoor scavenger hunts\, crafts\, and activities to honor the Earth\, our shared home. Includes the indoor StoryWalk® — One Earth by Eileen Spinelli\, which is an invitation to both celebrate our planet and honor it through stewardship. For all ages.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/ongoing-earth-week-investigation-station-and-indoor-storywalk-one-earth/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T113000
DTSTAMP:20250314T205517Z
CREATED:20250314T205517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T205517Z
UID:4878-1745577000-1745580600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Who Lives in a Tree?
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story\, activities\, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors\, weather permitting. For ages 3-6\, accompanied by an adult. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-who-lives-in-a-tree-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Stewardship,Story Time
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/The-Busy-Tree.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T140000
DTSTAMP:20250314T202554Z
CREATED:20250314T202554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T202554Z
UID:4864-1745586000-1745589600@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-41/
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:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T120000
DTSTAMP:20250314T215547Z
CREATED:20250314T215547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T215547Z
UID:4899-1745661600-1745668800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Park Serve Day: Give a Day\, Make a Difference
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) invites you to the Great Falls Discovery Center to lend a hand during this day of volunteer service to our state parks. Bring your own water and snack. Registration: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/dcr-park-serve-day. For ages 6 and up. Meet at the Main Entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/park-serve-day-give-a-day-make-a-difference-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T140000
DTSTAMP:20250412T184819Z
CREATED:20250412T184819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T184819Z
UID:4924-1746190800-1746194400@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-42/
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:20250502T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250502T180000
DTSTAMP:20250412T190351Z
CREATED:20250412T190351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T190351Z
UID:4936-1746201600-1746208800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:First Friday: Bird Migration Madness
DESCRIPTION:Birds make incredible journeys each year to find their perfect nesting spot in the North. Come play a bird migration game and see if you survive the many perils along the way. We’ve got a bird and habitat matching game too where you can listen to the sounds of birds common to each habitat. Make your own winged creatures with a craft. All materials provided. For all ages. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/first-friday-bird-migration-madness/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T140000
DTSTAMP:20250412T185014Z
CREATED:20250412T185014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T185014Z
UID:4926-1746795600-1746799200@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-43/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T120000
DTSTAMP:20250419T154641Z
CREATED:20250419T154551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T154641Z
UID:4972-1746871200-1746878400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Slow Birding Walk
DESCRIPTION:Slow Birding Walk\nStart World Migratory Bird Day with local ornithologist and birder Chad Witko during a slow-paced\, mindful birding experience along the Turners Falls Power Canal. This guided walk will focus on discovering and learning about newly arrived migrants in a relaxed and reflective setting. The walk takes place on a flat\, paved surface and should be accessible to most. \nNote: This walk is a precursor to Chad’s presentation\, Shared Skies: Celebrating Migratory Birds and the Communities They Connect\, held at the Great Falls Discovery Center later the same day at 2:00 PM. \nAbout your guide: Chad works for a major bird conservation organization\, serves as an eBird reviewer for Windham County\, VT\, and is the founder of Birding University. \nTo register\, email Chad Witko at birdinguniversity@gmail.com.\n$20 per person. Limited to 15 participants. \nDate: Saturday\, May 10\, 2025\nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nLocation: Turners Falls Power Canal\nPark in the small lot on G Street\, on the west side of the canal (at the start of Migratory Way).
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/slow-birding-walk/
LOCATION:Migratory Way at intersection of G and 15th Streets\, Migratory Way\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/slow-birding-walk-smaller.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T150000
DTSTAMP:20250412T193048Z
CREATED:20250412T193048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T193048Z
UID:4950-1746885600-1746889200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Shared Skies: Celebrating Migratory Birds and the Communities They Connect
DESCRIPTION:On World Migratory Bird Day\, join ornithologist Chad Witko (Birding University) for an inspiring exploration of our avian migrants. Celebrate this year’s theme\, Shared Spaces: Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Communities\, highlighting the remarkable journeys of North America’s migratory birds. Through cutting-edge research from across the hemisphere\, explore how birds connect people and communities throughout the Americas.   A seasoned birder or simply curious about the natural world around you\, deepen your appreciation for the birds that pass through our cities and neighborhoods—and what we can do to help them thrive. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/shared-skies-celebrating-migratory-birds-and-the-communities-they-connect/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Science,Stewardship,Talk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/bird-migration-talk.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250626
DTSTAMP:20250622T202931Z
CREATED:20250412T193822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T202931Z
UID:4953-1747094400-1750895999@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ongoing - Outdoor StoryWalk®— We Planted a Tree
DESCRIPTION:Ongoing: Outdoor StoryWalk®— We Planted a Tree  \nEnjoy a story\, fresh air and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for a free self-guided StoryWalk® featuring a children’s picture book. Follow the path to book pages posted along the route. We Planted a Tree by Diane Muldrow is for ages 3 to 7\nand everyone who loves trees. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier\, VT\, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Story Walk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. This StoryWalk® is provided by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation Interpretive Services.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/outdoor-storywalk-we-planted-a-tree/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Story Walk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/we-planted-a-tree-image.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T130000
DTSTAMP:20250412T210613Z
CREATED:20250412T210549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250412T210613Z
UID:4959-1748082600-1748091600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Find Us at the Farmers Market!
DESCRIPTION:Join DCR staff for family activities at the Great Falls Farmers Market\, located between 6th and 7th streets along Avenue A at Peskeompskut Park. In case of rain\, you can find our activities inside the Discovery Center’s Great Hall instead. For all ages.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/find-us-at-the-farmers-market-7/
LOCATION:Peskeompskut Park\, Avenue A between 6th and 7th Streets\, Turners Falls\, 01376
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T140000
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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-45/
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: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:20250606T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T200000
DTSTAMP:20250523T194208Z
CREATED:20250523T194208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T194208Z
UID:5053-1749229200-1749240000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:First Friday: Migratory Fish on 3rd Street
DESCRIPTION:Join us on 3rd Street for RiverCulture’s First Friday event and learn all about migratory fish at our investigation station. During the event 3rd Street\, from Avenue A to the Brick House\, is open to pedestrians only.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/first-friday-migratory-fish-on-3rd-street/
LOCATION:Third Street – Downtown Turners Falls\, 24 - 42 Third Street\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Culture,Music,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T140000
DTSTAMP:20250607T135759Z
CREATED:20250413T152719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250607T135759Z
UID:4967-1749290400-1749304800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Rain or Shine! 18th Annual Free Family Fishing Day
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Family Fishing Day\, at Barton Cove\, with additional activities at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Join us for a day of FREE fishing fun. Adults and children of all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event is held rain or shine. Parking is free. Free shuttle bus between sites. \nAt Barton Cove Campground: Barton Cove Road in Gill\n\nFree fishing from 10:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m. All ages welcome.\nFishing equipment provided – limited supplies available. Bring your own pole if you have one.\nNo MA fishing license needed.\n\nAt Great Falls Discovery Center:  2 Avenue A\n\nFly lure tying demonstrations.\nCome see a guest fish from the USGS Conte Anadromous Fish Research Lab.\nFish printing – The art of Gyotaku\, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 pm.\nCATCH THE FISH BUS HERE! Free shuttle bus to and from Barton Cove\, as needed\, from 10:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m.\n\n \nhttps://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Family-Fishing-Day-2025-2.mp4\n 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/save-the-date-17th-annual-free-family-fishing-day/
LOCATION:Barton Cove Day Use Area\, Barton Cove Road\, Gill\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T170000
DTSTAMP:20250523T200351Z
CREATED:20250523T200351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T200351Z
UID:5058-1749396600-1749402000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Annette Spaulding Talk: Recent Diving Discoveries in the Connecticut River
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a talk by Annette Spaulding\, an experienced master scuba diver\, whose favorite place in the whole world to dive is in the Connecticut River\, one of only 14 rivers in the United States that are designated heritage rivers. Annette is the first person to identify short-nosed sturgeon above dams in the river. Enjoy a fascinating slideshow presentation showing footage of underwater dives along with a display of items of some of the unusual and interesting things she found in the river. Sponsored by Connecticut River Defenders. Meet in the Great Hall
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/annette-spaulding-talk-recent-diving-discoveries-in-the-connecticut-river/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Science,Stewardship,Talk
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T120000
DTSTAMP:20250615T180246Z
CREATED:20250523T212010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T180246Z
UID:5064-1749983400-1749988800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Fields & Forests—What Do Bees Need?
DESCRIPTION:Help us kick off Pollinator Week! Make your own native bee habitat by “painting” with yarn\, fleece\, pre-felt shapes and water. Will your bees live in a tree trunk or holes in the ground\, in a nest made of mud or leaves? Learn how important native bees are\, especially for growing food. For ages 4 and up\, including teens and adults! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Designed for families. All are welcome! Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/fields-forests-what-do-bees-need-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature
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