Mom and kids (singing): Alabama and Georgia are our neighbors, don’t cha know.

Librarian: Shhh! Quiet, please.

Mom: We can’t control ourselves. The music from My Florida Facts, a CD and book set by Russell W. Johnson and Annie P. Johnson, is just so catchy. It covers all the basics about the state, with schoolchildren singing the written words.

Librarian: Sounds worthy of circulation.

Mom: Yep. The schoolteacher authors know music and rhythm help kids learn. Now our family knows all about Florida history, nature, geography, and life.

Librarian: Like how St. Augustine is the oldest city in the U.S. and Lake Okeechobee is the second-largest freshwater lake in the nation.

Mom: There are also tidbits on Sabal palms and mockingbirds, plus a Key lime pie recipe.

Librarian: It’ll put everyone in a sunshine state.

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SIP
Tea with Shakespeare Story Hour
What: Shakespeare Miami presents the playwright’s best for a young audience. Refreshments are included.
Why: To tea or not to tea.
When: Sat., noon.
Where: Barnacle Historic State Park, 3485 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove (305-442-6866).

SCORE
A Perfect Ten Birthday Party
What: Packages include two hours of bowling, shoe rental, pizza, and options like birthday cakes, souvenir bowling pins, and visits from mascot Mr. Pin.
Why: The birthday kid bowls free.
When: There’s a moment to spare.
Where: Lucky Strike Lanes, 1691 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach (305-532-0307).

NURTURE
Relaxed Rabbits Class
What: Learn developmentally appropriate games and activities, plus techniques for soothing and connecting with kids 6-12 months.
Why: You’re all ears.
When: Fri., 1-1:45 p.m.
Where: Auntie M’s Grow with Us, 8854b SW 129th Terrace (305-256-0333).

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