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UID:5361-1760265000-1760270400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Naturally: Leaf Prints for Leaf Peepers
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature through story\, poetry and art! Create an art piece inspired by autumn using paint\, paper\, gel and even leaves\, with instruction and techniques. For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). Free. All materials provided. Meet in the Great Hall at 10:30 a.m. for complete instructions.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/art-naturally-leaf-prints-for-leaf-peepers/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Culture,Nature
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UID:5323-1760140800-1762127999@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ongoing - Great Hall 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.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/ongoing-great-hall-exhibit-day-of-the-dead-altar/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,History,Self-Guided
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T190000
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CREATED:20250920T155730Z
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UID:5356-1760122800-1760130000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Great Falls Coffeehouse Presents: Ben Tousley
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center’s concert series featuring local talent. Ben Tousley is a singer-songwriter of folk songs\, ballads and lyrical love songs. Refreshments available. Sliding scale suggested donations\, all in support of educational programming at the Great Falls Discovery Center. For all ages. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-falls-coffeehouse-presents-ben-tousley/
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:20251010T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250920T150651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T150651Z
UID:5343-1760092200-1760095800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Squirrels
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-squirrels-3/
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;VALUE=DATE:20251010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250920T161030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T161030Z
UID:5359-1760054400-1760399999@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Fall Foliage Investigation Station
DESCRIPTION:Where are the best colors? When is peak foliage? Why does this happen? Stop by for guidance at our welcome desk on your leaf peeping journey and find out what makes for spectacular fall foliage in the Connecticut River watershed. For all ages. Stay for five minutes or an hour. Meet at the welcome desk.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/fall-foliage-investigation-station/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Self-Guided
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250919T213518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T213720Z
UID:5332-1760004000-1760007600@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 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-26/
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:20251004T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250920T152844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T152844Z
UID:5354-1759573800-1759582800@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-13/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,Nature,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250920T152606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T152606Z
UID:5352-1759509000-1759514400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:First Friday: Planned Industrial Community Walk
DESCRIPTION:What makes this mill village unique? Get an introduction to downtown Turners Falls as we walk its historic streets and answer why the village was designed this way. Meet outside the main entrance for a 1.5-mile walk over flat\, paved terrain. For ages 8 and up.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/first-friday-planned-industrial-community-walk/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Talk,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250920T150339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T150339Z
UID:5341-1759487400-1759491000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Leaves
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-leaves/
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:20251002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T204954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T190447Z
UID:5280-1759399200-1759404600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Rain Date: 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 main entrance of the Center for this free two mile walk on flat terrain. For youth and adults.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/canal-draw-down-history-stroll-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Nature,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250919T212357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T212517Z
UID:5330-1759399200-1759402800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
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:20250928T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T205637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T205637Z
UID:5286-1759069800-1759077000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
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-21/
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:20250927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T205448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T205448Z
UID:5284-1758981600-1758992400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Montague Community Fair - Mammal Investigation Station
DESCRIPTION: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 mammal neighbors at our activity table with mammal pelts and crafting. The fair has light refreshments\, music\, and fun activities for all ages\, in collaboration with Montague Public Libraries. Unity Park is located at 56 First Street in Turners Falls.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/montague-community-fair-mammal-investigation-station/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Science,Stewardship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250829T204616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T204616Z
UID:5293-1758967200-1758990600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join conservationists from New England to celebrate National Public Lands Day and learn about public wildlands in the region by pitching in with the Source to Sea River cleanup from 10:00 a.m. — noon\, enjoy lunch\, then dive into teach-ins and workshops to learn how you can protect wild nature and public lands in New England. Expect fun\, food\, music\, and an opportunity to deepen your knowledge about New England public lands. RSVP and see the full agenda at: actionnetwork.org/forms/save-the-date-national-public-lands-day-celebration. Sponsors include Sierra Club Massachusetts\, Climate Action Now Western Mass\, Atowi\, Standing Trees\, and more. \nFor Source to Sea Cleanup\, meet outside the main entrance. \nFor National Public Lands Day Celebration afternoon events\, meet in the Great Hall. \n 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/national-public-lands-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Science,Stewardship,Talk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T205211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T205211Z
UID:5282-1758967200-1758974400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Source to Sea Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Hard work\, real fun\, true impact: the annual fall trash cleanup of the Connecticut River and its tributaries. Join DCR staff to clean up the Canalside Rail Trail. To register\, visit SourcetoSeaCleanup.org/event/Canalside-rail-trail\, or contact DCR staff at 413-863-3221 for more information. Meet at the main entrance. For ages 8 and up.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/source-to-sea-cleanup/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Stewardship,Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T202740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T202740Z
UID:5263-1758882600-1758886200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - River Otters
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-river-otters-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Story Time
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/River_Otters.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T204213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T204213Z
UID:5273-1758794400-1758798000@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 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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T204709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T204709Z
UID:5278-1758364200-1758373200@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-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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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T202511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T202511Z
UID:5261-1758277800-1758281400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Snakes
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-snakes-3/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Science,Stewardship,Story Time
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/water-snake-for-scavenger-hunt-resized.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T204007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T204044Z
UID:5271-1758189600-1758193200@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 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-24/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
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:20250912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T204454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T172440Z
UID:5275-1757703600-1757710800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Great Falls Coffeehouse Presents: Harry Remer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center’s concert series featuring local talent. Harry Remer performs original songs with American roots. Refreshments available. Sliding scale suggested donations\, all in support of educational programming at the Great Falls Discovery Center. For all ages. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-falls-coffeehouse-presents-harry-remer/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Music
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T202320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T202320Z
UID:5259-1757673000-1757676600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Skunks
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-skunks-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T203747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T203747Z
UID:5269-1757584800-1757588400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T203540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T203540Z
UID:5267-1757154600-1757161800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Presentation and Walk: Wildlife out Your Window
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a leisurely\, family-friendly combined wildlife presentation and walk by Brad Timm\, wildlife ecologist and founder of the Northeast Wildlife Team. This program is inspired by Brad’s book Wildlife Out Your Window: Fascinating Facts About 100 Animals Commonly Seen in the Northeastern U.S.\, which is full of interesting facts about common wildlife all around us. We’ll start inside with a short presentation that will open your eyes to wildlife in ways you never imagined! Then we’ll take a leisurely stroll up the bike path along the Connecticut River and keep our eyes and ears peeled for all sorts of wildlife as we walk. All ages are welcome and encouraged to join. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/presentation-and-walk-wildlife-out-your-window/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Science,Talk,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T202951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T151658Z
UID:5265-1757084400-1757093400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
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:20250905T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T202045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T202045Z
UID:5257-1757068200-1757071800@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Learn 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-butterflies-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;VALUE=DATE:20250902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251029
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250803T201505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T154501Z
UID:5254-1756771200-1761695999@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
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 StoryWalk® featuring Mole Music by David McPhail. For ages 4 to 7 and anyone who appreciates moles and the power of music to help us connect! Follow the path to book pages posted along the route. \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/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Story Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250831T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250831T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250720T212640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T214131Z
UID:5243-1756652400-1756661400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250720T212247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T212247Z
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:20250829T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T223038
CREATED:20250720T200111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250720T200111Z
UID:5205-1756463400-1756467000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Spiders
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-spiders/
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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