Walking up to Science Harvest’s booth at the Northside Farmers Market, surrounding their inviting, sparkly craft table, are nothing but kids with smiles.
On closer look, the cut-out paper bugs and “pollen” (mac and cheese powder), reveal themselves. Engaging with the kids is Kate Nicole Hoffman, researcher with UCs Center for Public Engagement with Science (PEWS), as she explains to them how pollination works.
Science Harvest’s mission is an extension the mission for PEWS, which is to educate the public on science-related topics to benefit everyone. This makes their weekly appearance at the family-friendly Northside Farmers market a perfect match.
