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SUMMARY:Montague Public Libraries Presents: Favorite Storybook Character Day
DESCRIPTION:Whether you want to channel your inner hero\, K-Pop singer\, or a beloved blue heeler pup\, we can’t wait to see your favorite stories come to life. Take home themed art inspired by classic and contemporary storybook characters. Costumes are highly encouraged but not required. This is a fun\, family-friendly event perfect for book lovers of all ages! Sponsored by Montague Public Libraries. Meet in the Great Hall. \nStep into the pages of your favorite book! 📚✨ \nCome celebrate the joy of reading with the community. 📖❤️
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/montague-public-libraries-presents-favorite-storybook-character-day-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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SUMMARY:Solstice Stroll for Pollinators!
DESCRIPTION:Help us kick off Pollinator Week and the Summer Solstice! Grab your friends and family for a leisurely 1.5-mile summer solstice stroll as we look for signs of pollinators and talk about their favorite plants on the grounds of the Great Falls Discovery Center\, downtown Turners Falls\, and along the Canalside Rail Trail. For ages 6 and up. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Meet at the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/solstice-stroll-for-pollinators/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
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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 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: we are transitioning to our summer schedule of hosting walks at 10 am. to avoid afternoon heat.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-easy-walk-58/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture,History,Nature,Walk
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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 are welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-spiders-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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SUMMARY:Mammals of the North Woods Presentation and Friends Group Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Dawn Marvin Ward\, naturalist/educator\, presents a slide show on mammals common to the New England woodlands followed by a hands-on sharing of related nature findings. Dawn is an educator and naturalist who has been sharing her appreciation of nature to folks of all ages for over 30 years now\, and she is a board member of our Friends Group. Learn about the Friends Group in a brief annual meeting before the program begins. For ages 8 and up. Meet in the Great Hall. \nImage by VJ Anderson.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/mammals-of-the-north-woods-presentation-and-friends-group-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Science,Talk
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SUMMARY:Art Naturally: Fields & Forests — What Do Bees Need?
DESCRIPTION:In honor of 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 & 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/art-naturally-fields-forests-what-do-bees-need/
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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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-30/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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