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SUMMARY:Great Hall Exhibit: Visions of the Connecticut River Valley
DESCRIPTION:This group show showcases work from regional artists featuring the nature of the Connecticut River\, all in support of the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center. See reception and performance details for Sunday May 7 too! \nIf you want to buy any fill-in so artist might contact you:\n(a percent of which will be donated to the Friends)\nClick here to select art of interest to tell the artist \n 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-hall-exhibit-visions-of-the-connecticut-river-valley/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Nature,Stewardship
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230511
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SUMMARY:Story Walk® – Ruby’s Birds
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a story\, fresh air and exercise! Join us on the center’s grounds for a free self-guided StoryWalk® featuring the children’s picture book Ruby’s Birds by Mya Thompson\, for readers ages 3-7 and everyone who celebrates birds. Follow the path to book pages posted along the route. *The 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. \nOngoing May 11—June 27       
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/story-walk-rubys-birds/
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:20230602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T140000
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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 downtown Turners Falls\, geared for seniors\, but open to all ages. Join others seeking fresh air and exercise. A DCR Park Interpreter highlights natural and local history along the way. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather and sturdy footwear and bring water. We’re changing up the timing of our Nice & Easy Walks to the mornings to beat the summer heat. Meet outside the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walk-12/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Nature,Stewardship,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230604T140000
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CREATED:20230420T155343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T160922Z
UID:2976-1685872800-1685887200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:16th Annual Free Family Fishing Day
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Family Fishing Day\, at Barton Cove\, with additional activities at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Join us for a day of FREE fishing fun. Adults and children of all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event is held rain or shine. Parking is free. \nAt Barton Cove Campground: Barton Cove Road in Gill \n\nFree fishing from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.\nFishing equipment provided – limited supplies. Bring your own pole if you have it.\nNo fishing license needed.\n\nAt Great Falls Discovery Center: 2 Avenue A  \n\nFly lure tying demonstrations.\nCome see a fish from the USGS Conte Anadromous Fish Research Lab\nCATCH THE FISH BUS HERE! Free shuttle bus to and from Barton Cove as needed from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.\n\nAt Turners Falls Fishway: 15 First Street \n\nFish printing – The art of Gyotaku\, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 pm.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/save-the-date-16th-annual-free-family-fishing-day/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T130000
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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 downtown Turners Falls\, geared for seniors\, but open to all ages. Join others seeking fresh air and exercise. A DCR Park Interpreter highlights natural and local history along the way. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather and sturdy footwear and bring water. We’re changing up the timing of our Nice & Easy Walks to the mornings to beat the summer heat. Meet outside the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walk-13/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Nature,Stewardship,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T210000
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CREATED:20230520T191652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T191652Z
UID:3064-1686337200-1686344400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Great Falls Coffeehouse Presents: Farley String Band
DESCRIPTION:Join us spring\, summer\, and fall for the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center’s concert series in the Great Hall featuring local talent. Enjoy traditional folk music\, “old time” and Celtic fiddle tunes from the Farley String Band. Refreshments available. Sliding scale suggested donations\, all in support of educational programming at the Center.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/great-falls-coffeehouse-presents-farley-string-band/
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:20230611T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230611T140000
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SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk: Weekend Edition
DESCRIPTION:An easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for seniors\, but open to all ages. Join others seeking fresh air and exercise. A DCR Park Interpreter highlights natural and local history along the way. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather and sturdy footwear and bring water. We’re changing up the timing of our Nice & Easy Walks to the mornings to beat the summer heat. Meet outside the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walk-14/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Nature,Stewardship,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230611T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230611T160000
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SUMMARY:* Postponed - Raised Beds for Growing Vegetables
DESCRIPTION:Our apologies\, but this program is going to be rescheduled for a later date. \nIn partnership with Montague Public Libraries\, Franklin County Master Gardeners presents a workshop on raised beds for growing your veggies.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/raised-beds-for-growing-vegetables/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T160349Z
UID:3059-1686736800-1686740400@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:An easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for seniors\, but open to all ages. Join others seeking fresh air and exercise. A DCR Park Interpreter highlights natural and local history along the way. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather and sturdy footwear and bring water. We’re changing up the timing of our Nice & Easy Walks to the mornings to beat the summer heat. Meet outside the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walk-15/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Nature,Stewardship,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T120000
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UID:3068-1686997800-1687003200@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Art Naturally Series
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 17\, 10:30 a.m.—12:00 p.m. \nDiscover nature through story\, poetry\, and art in our series of FREE Art Naturally programs. Using words and images\, instruction and techniques you create an art piece inspired by the natural world to take home. For adults\, teens\, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). All materials are free. Meet in the Great Hall. \nAdditional Details:  \nIndigo is one of the oldest and most important of all natural dye-stuffs. Join us and guest artist Gail Callahan to experience the magic of indigo dyeing! \nDo you have a favorite poem\, story\, or song about the color blue? If so\, please bring it along. We’ll share a few favorites of our own. \n Art technique: indigo dyeing.\nAll materials  provided\, but you can also bring a t-shirt\, pillowcase or other small piece of fabric to add to the dyepot. \n 
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/art-naturally-series-2/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Nature,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230618T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230618T120000
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UID:3070-1687084200-1687089600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Fields & Forests—What do bees need? 
DESCRIPTION:Help us kick-off Pollinator Week! Make your own native bee habitat by “painting” with yarn\, fleece\, pre-felt shapes\, and soapy water. Will your bees live in a tree trunk or holes in the ground? Will they build their nests with mud or leaves? Learn how important our native bees are and what they need to thrive. For ages 4 and up\, including teens and adults. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Designed especially for families (including dads)\, but all are welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/fields-forests-what-do-bees-need/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Nature,Stewardship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T110000
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CREATED:20230520T160745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T160745Z
UID:3061-1687946400-1687950000@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Nice and Easy Walk
DESCRIPTION:An easy-paced\, 1 to 2-mile guided walk\, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls\, geared for seniors\, but open to all ages. Join others seeking fresh air and exercise. A DCR Park Interpreter highlights natural and local history along the way. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather and sturdy footwear and bring water. We’re changing up the timing of our Nice & Easy Walks to the mornings to beat the summer heat. Meet outside the main entrance.
URL:https://greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org/calendar/nice-and-easy-walk-16/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Nature,Stewardship,Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T113000
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CREATED:20230520T195208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T195208Z
UID:3072-1688121000-1688124600@greatfallsdiscoverycenter.org
SUMMARY:Kidleidoscope Story Hour: Turtles
DESCRIPTION:For ages 3-6\, accompanied by an adult. Learn more about our wildlife neighbors who share our home. 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-turtles/
LOCATION:Great Falls Discovery Center\, 2 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children,Crafts,Nature,Story Time
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