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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261003
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SUMMARY:Ongoing - Great Hall Art Exhibit: Day of the Dead Altar
DESCRIPTION:View a Day of the Dead Altar built by local families with support from the Heartwing Center. Learn about the tradition of leaving messages of love to honor and commemorate loved ones. For all ages. Accessible during open hours.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/ongoing-great-hall-art-exhibit-day-of-the-dead-altar/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,History
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SUMMARY:Ongoing - Great Hall Art Exhibit: Migrations
DESCRIPTION:Migrations paintings\, curated by GuateMaya Art and Culture Connection\, celebrate the human and natural diversity of the upper Connecticut River Valley and the Americas. Colorful works depict scenes integral to village life\, Mayan culture\, and the history of Lake Atitlan in Guatemala. Accessible during open hours. For all ages.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/ongoing-great-hall-art-exhibit-migrations/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture
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SUMMARY:Ongoing - Outdoor StoryWalk® — Mole Music
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a story\, fresh air\, and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for a free self-guided Story Walk® featuring Mole Music by David McPhail\, about the power of music to bring peace. For ages 4–7 and everyone who loves moles playing violins! \n  \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-mole-music-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Culture,Music,Story Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T140000
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SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1- to 2-mile guided or semi-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-easy-walk-59/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Nature,Stewardship,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T130000
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SUMMARY:Montague Public Libraries Presents: Wild About Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Wild about Wildlife is built around Brad Timm’s children’s nonfiction book America is Wild! We’ll explore different activities that get us moving while learning all about animal behaviors\, wildlife adaptions\, ecosystems\, and more! Registration required. Ideal for grades 2-5 but younger children accompanied by an adult are welcome. Sponsored by Montague Public Libraries. Visit montaguepubliclibraries.org/events-programs to register and learn more.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/montague-public-libraries-presents-wild-about-wildlife/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature,Science
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SUMMARY:First Friday:  Bird Beak Buffet Investigation Station
DESCRIPTION:How do you fill your belly? Everyone eats to survive and birds especially have amazing beaks to do the job. Join us at our Bird Beak Buffet investigation station by the welcome desk to learn about a wide variety of bird beaks\, revealing the many different types of food that different birds are adapted to eat.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/first-friday-bird-beak-buffet-investigation-station/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T163000
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SUMMARY:A Québécois (French Canadian) Jam Session.
DESCRIPTION:French Canadians played a key role in building Turners Falls\, arriving in the late 19th to dig the canal and work in the local mills. They joined Irish\, German\, Polish\, and Bohemian immigrants to shape the village’s working-class and immigrant heritage. For this jam session\, an informal group of musicians gather to honor this rich and joyful French Canadian music. Please note\, this is not a performance but rather a coming together of musically minded friends. Free and open to the public to come and go at will.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/a-quebecois-french-canadian-jam-session-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1- to 2-mile guided or semi-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-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:20261113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T210000
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SUMMARY:Great Falls Coffeehouse 20th Anniversary Celebration: John Stacey & Friends
DESCRIPTION:It’s been 20 years of music at the Great Falls Coffeehouse! Help us celebrate on this special night and join us for the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center’s concert series featuring local talent. John Stacey & Friends play a blend of Americana\, contemporary folk and country. Refreshments available. Sliding scale suggested donations\, in support of educational programming at the Center. All ages. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-falls-coffeehouse-john-stacey-friends/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T150000
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SUMMARY:Make a Fairy House with Montague Public Libraries
DESCRIPTION:Join Montague Public Libraries staff at the Great Falls Discovery Center to build a fairy house! Use natural and recycled materials to create a magical home for the fair folk. This program is for kids and teens\, ages 3–16\, and their caregivers. Sponsored by Montague Public Libraries.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/make-a-fairy-house-with-montague-public-libraries/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Children,Crafts,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T140000
DTSTAMP:20261016T195012Z
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UID:6483-1795093200-1795096800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice & Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Easy-paced\, 1- to 2-mile guided or semi-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-easy-walk-61/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Nature,Stewardship,Walk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270102
DTSTAMP:20261016T202322Z
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SUMMARY:Ongoing - Outdoor StoryWalk® —  Thanks to the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a story\, fresh air\, and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for a free self-guided Story Walk® featuring Thanks to the Animals by Allen Sockabasin. For ages 6-8 and anyone grateful for wildlife and storytelling. Follow the path to book pages posted along the route.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/outdoor-storywalk-thanks-to-the-animals-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Nature,Stewardship,Story Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T103000
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DTSTAMP:20261016T202303Z
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SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour: Thanks to the Animals.
DESCRIPTION:For ages 3-6\, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed\, including all of the many reasons to be grateful for them as we read the book Thanks to the Animals by Allen Sockabasin\, Passamaquoddy storyteller. Program includes a story\, activities\, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors\, weather permitting. Siblings and friends are welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-thanks-to-the-animals-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Culture,Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T150000
DTSTAMP:20261018T211908Z
CREATED:20261016T202614Z
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SUMMARY:The Nolumbeka Project Presents: Full Beaver Moon Gathering with Strong Eagle
DESCRIPTION:The Nolumbeka Project presents the annual Full Beaver Moon Gathering with guest speaker and singer Strong Eagle “Many Feathers” Daly featuring flute music and storytelling. With wisdom passed down from his Nipmuc elders Strong Eagle has made numerous flutes and found his voice through playing them. Rooted in his connection to Mother Earth and the Creator\, he found being able to play for his community was not only a gift from Spirit but medicine for his spirit and heart. Free admission and all ages are welcome. For more information about the event visit nolumbekaproject.org.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/the-nolumbeka-project-presents-full-beaver-moon-gathering-with-strong-eagle/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Music,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261122T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261122T163000
DTSTAMP:20261016T202811Z
CREATED:20261016T202811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T202811Z
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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. 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. For all ages. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/a-french-breton-jam-session-35/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261127T143000
DTSTAMP:20261016T210102Z
CREATED:20261016T210102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T210102Z
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SUMMARY:Gratitude After Gravy Hike
DESCRIPTION:Get moving this holiday weekend and connect with nature and local history! Join us for a leisurely walk along the Canalside Rail Trail. The walk is about 3-miles long\, on a level paved surface. Makes for an easy stroll for adults and children ages 8 and up. Be prepared for cold weather\, dress in layers. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Walk begins at the front entrance to the Great Falls Discovery Center and ends with hot chocolate in the Great Hall. Inclement weather or icy trail conditions cancels.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/gratitude-after-gravy-hike/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
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