Community Corner
Kids Power Of Produce Club Begins At The Ellington Farmers Market
POP empowers children to make healthy food choices through educational activities, the Two Bite Club and $2 tokens to purchase fresh produce
Kids Power of Produce Club begins Saturday June 15th from 9-12 at the Ellington Farmers' Market in Arbor Park, Main St. The Power of Produce (POP) Club looks to empower children to make healthy food choices and transform kids into market participants with educational activities, demonstrations, interactions with their local food growers, and challenges to try fresh market produce. Take for instance, the “Two Bite Club”—a challenge to taste new fruits or veggies, or give familiar ones a second chance.
By participating in POP Club activities like the “Two Bite Club, each kid will earn a $2 POP token to shop for fresh produce at the market.
POP club participation is a win-win for parents and children alike. Parents, witness their kids’ light bulb moments as they interact with activities, food, and practices that champion a healthy lifestyle. Kids will learn while having fun, with the added bonus of becoming active market members. Empowered by the tokens, they are sure to shop and strut as they peruse the market for their edible take-home treasures. Free and fun for all-the POP Club tent where you and your little ones will want to stop before you shop, every market day.