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SUMMARY:Geology Talk: Amazing “Deep Time” Mysteries of Turners Falls and Vicinity
DESCRIPTION:Why does Turners Falls have a waterfall? Why are the rare Jurassic Armored Mud Balls found here? Why is the Connecticut River in Franklin County so strange? It has sharp 90-degree bends plus mysterious 100-foot-deep holes in its riverbed! Did you know the Connecticut used to flow into Greenfield? Join Prof. Richard Little\, the discoverer of the Jurassic Armored Mud Balls\, as he explains the unique and dramatic Earth events preserved in our scenic views and in the rocks under our feet. After the program there is a short walk to look at some amazing rocks. All ages. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/geology-talk-amazing-deep-time-mysteries-of-turners-falls-and-vicinity/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Geology,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Talk
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SUMMARY:Art Naturally: Cyanotype Sun Prints from the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature through story\, poetry and art in our series of free art programs. Create cyanotypes—or sun prints— to take home with sensitized paper\, plants or stencils\, glass\, and the power of UV light. Rain or shine (we’ll use special light boxes if it rains). For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up. All art materials provided. Meet in the Great Hall at 10:30am for complete instructions.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/art-naturally-cyanotype-sun-prints-from-the-garden/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Nature,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T103000
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SUMMARY:Drop-in and Chill-out Activities: Sploot! How Animals Keep Their Cool
DESCRIPTION:Join us inside the Center for drop-in family-friendly activities and crafts all about how animals keep cool\, including a story about splooting squirrels. What can we learn from animals during the heat of summer? What’s your plan to keep cool? Come on in and chill out and make your own Flat Squirrely to take on cool adventures and consider painting a scene with acorn cap ink. For ages 4 and up including youth and adults.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/drop-in-and-chill-out-activities-sploot-how-animals-keep-their-cool-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Science
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SUMMARY:Ongoing – Indoor StoryWalk® – Change is in the Air
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy our indoor StoryWalk\, Change is in the Air by Rebecca Donnelly\, about the hidden discoveries of Eunice Newton Foote\, the first climate scientist. For ages 6 and up and everyone who loves science. \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-change-is-in-the-air/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Science,Self-Guided,Story Walk
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SUMMARY:It’s Weird Duck Season: Waterfowl of the Connecticut River
DESCRIPTION:Join Chad Witko\, ornithologist and founder of Birding University\, for an engaging introduction to North America’s waterfowl. As fall migration reaches the Connecticut River Valley\, discover how to identify ducks\, geese\, and swans\, explore their remarkable migrations\, and learn why the Connecticut River is such an important stopover and wintering habitat throughout their annual cycle. Meet in the Great Hall. All ages. 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/its-weird-duck-season-waterfowl-of-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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SUMMARY:DinoMap Live: Great Falls Discovery Center
DESCRIPTION:Join Tumble Science Podcast for a live tour stop on NEPM’s DinoMap! Meet a scientist for a Q&A\, take a guided tour showing some of the amazing rocky outcrops around the Discovery Center\, and get your passport book stamped along the way. Free fun for the whole family!
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/dinomap-live-great-falls-discovery-center/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Geology,Nature,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T100000
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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. 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:Montague Community Fair at Unity Park
DESCRIPTION:Discover us at Unity Park (at 56 First Street)! Celebrate “Good Neighbor Day” with an afternoon of free family activities and learn about local community organizations. Join DCR staff at the fair to learn all about our animal neighbors at our activity table with crafting. The fair has light refreshments\, music\, and fun activities for all ages\, in collaboration with Montague Public Libraries.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/montague-community-fair-at-unity-park/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Crafts,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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