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SUMMARY:STORY WALK® SERIES: Thanks to the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a story\, fresh air and exercise! Join us on the grounds of  the center for a FREE series of self-guided StoryWalks® featuring children’s picture books. Follow the path to book pages posted along the route. Wonderful stories await!   \nThanks to the Animals\, by Allen Sockabasin. For young readers ages 6—8 and anyone grateful for wildlife and storytelling. \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/story-walk-series-thanks-to-the-animals/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Story Walk
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SUMMARY:Great Hall Art Exhibit: Junior Duck Stamps
DESCRIPTION:On view in the Great Hall during open hours: see the top Massachusetts youth entries for the 2022 Junior Duck Stamp competition! This state-wide art contest by students from Kindergarten to High School heightens awareness of the importance of preserving wetland habitats and the delights of wildlife. While you’re here\, visit our duck investigation station in the Great Hall. Make your own duck stamp!
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-hall-art-exhibit-junior-duck-stamps/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221209T130000
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SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:An easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or the Turners Falls National Historic District\, geared for seniors\, but open to all ages. Join with others seeking fresh air and exercise. A DCR Park Interpreter highlights local history and natural scenes along the way. Be prepared for the weather. Wear appropriate clothing and sturdy boots. Bring water. FREE. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at Discovery Center entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walk/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221209T140000
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SUMMARY:It’s a Wonderful Night in Turners Falls … for the Birds!
DESCRIPTION:Meet in the Great Hall. Craft bird feeders for our winter friends as part of It’s a Wonderful Night in Turners Falls —a town-wide RiverCulture event on December 9. Which birds show up at your feeder? What do they eat? Bird feeder making continues on Saturday\, 11:00 am—2:00 pm. For all ages. Materials are free.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/its-a-wonderful-night-in-turners-falls-for-the-birds/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T110000
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SUMMARY:It's a Wonderful Afternoon in Turners Falls ... for the birds!
DESCRIPTION:Meet in the Great Hall. Craft bird feeders for our winter friends as part of It’s a Wonderful Night in Turners Falls —a town-wide RiverCulture event on December 9. Which birds show up at your feeder? What do they eat? For all ages. Materials are free.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/its-a-wonderful-afternoon-in-turners-falls-for-the-birds/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts
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SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Ducks
DESCRIPTION:For ages 3-6\, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors who share our home in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story\, activities\, and a craft. Activities are indoors and outdoors\, weather permitting. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-ducks/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Story Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T130000
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SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:An easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or the Turners Falls National Historic District\, geared for seniors\, but open to all ages. Join with others seeking fresh air and exercise. A DCR Park Interpreter highlights local history and natural scenes along the way. Be prepared for the weather. Wear appropriate clothing and sturdy boots. Bring water. FREE. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at Discovery Center entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walk-2/
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SUMMARY:Gingerbread Houses
DESCRIPTION:The Turners Falls Carnegie Library presents Gingerbread Houses! Decorate a deliciously festive house using frosting\, graham crackers\, and various candies. Designed for children and their caregivers. Free!
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/gingerbread-houses/
LOCATION:MA
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SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Walk
DESCRIPTION:Celebration the change in season. Join us for an easy walk along the Canalside Rail Trail. The walk is about 3 miles-long\, on a level paved surface. 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 of the Discovery Center. Inclement weather or icy trail conditions cancels.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/winter-solstice-walk/
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CATEGORIES:Walk
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SUMMARY:School Vacation Week: Mammal Adaptations Investigation Station
DESCRIPTION:During Discovery Center open hours come learn about local mammals and their unique winter adaptations. Every animal has special adaptations that enable them to survive in their winter habitats. Explore through touchable artifacts (pelts\, replica skulls\, and replica tracks)\, habitat diorama scavenger hunts\, and a Bingo game at the Welcome Desk.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/school-vacation-week-mammal-adaptations-investigation-station/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221223T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221223T113000
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SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Deer
DESCRIPTION:For ages 3-6\, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors who share our home in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story\, activities\, and a craft. Activities are indoors and outdoors\, weather permitting. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-deer/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221223T130000
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SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:An easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or the Turners Falls National Historic District\, geared for seniors\, but open to all ages. Join with others seeking fresh air and exercise. A DCR Park Interpreter highlights local history and natural scenes along the way. Be prepared for the weather. Wear appropriate clothing and sturdy boots. Bring water. FREE. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at Discovery Center entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walk-3/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221230T103000
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SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour - Raccoon
DESCRIPTION:For ages 3-6\, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors who share our home in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story\, activities\, and a craft. Activities are indoors and outdoors\, weather permitting. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/kidleidoscope-story-hour-raccoon/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221230T130000
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SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:An easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or the Turners Falls National Historic District\, geared for seniors\, but open to all ages. Join with others seeking fresh air and exercise. A DCR Park Interpreter highlights local history and natural scenes along the way. Be prepared for the weather. Wear appropriate clothing and sturdy boots. Bring water. FREE. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at Discovery Center entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walk-4/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Walk
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