Learn science as you sip when Motorworks Brewing Microbiologist and Quality Assurance Analyst Susie Bennett tells us about the “Science of Beer.” With her background in microbiology, Bennett has developed a robust quality assurance program ensuring that every process at Motorworks — from fermentation to packaging — is up to snuff as she focuses on education, training and sensory evaluation to create and maintain exceptional products.

Bennett also helped to launch a “Women in Brewing” continuing education scholarship and is working to obtain her master’s degree in microbiology and cell science while participating in a NASA internship focused on research simulating microgravity.

• When/Where: 6pm Feb. 24, in The Planetarium Lobby
• Cost: $20 for members of the Discovery Society; $25 for all others; includes heavy appetizers from Cornerstone and Co.
• Cash beer and wine bar
• Must be 21 or older

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