Hartnell hosts Family Science, Health and Literacy Day

There will be the "bed of nails" physics demonstration, free fruits and vegetables, free books and parent’s tips on helping their children to become better readers, free blood pressure screening, free lunchtime hotdogs, puppet shows and Banda music during the 8th annual Family Science, Health and Literacy Day from 11 a.m. to 3 pm. Saturday, May 3 at Hartnell College’s Alisal Campus, 1752 E. Alisal Street, Salinas.

Physics demonstration featuring “The Bed of Nails”
Soccer Fun with Hartnell College’s Championship Team
Silicon Valley Turtle and Tortoise Club
Diesel and Construction Technology Demonstrations
Hands-On Computer Workshops in the state-of-the-art Tech Mobile
Math Magic and Math Games
Free Books for All Ages and Reading Activities
Live Banda Music
Free Food -- while supplies last
Time to Read Puppet Show
Farm Stand for Kids
Astronomy, Biology, Nutrition, and Healthy Living Activities
Many Hands-On Science and Family Fun Activities

The Alisal Education Foundation will hold an awards ceremony to honor special teachers and staff of the Alisal Union School District.

Admission and parking for the event are free. The event is organized by Hartnell College, the Alisal Education Foundation and the Literacy Campaign for Monterey County.