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YUCK
“Animal Grossology”
What: Get the icky lowdown on cows, slugs, and other creatures.
Why: It’ll thoroughly impress your booger-obsessed boy.
When: Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: South Florida Science Museum, 4801 Dreher Trl. N., West Palm Beach (561-832-1988). Adults and teens, $12; children 3-12, $9; under 3, free.
CELEBRATE
Oshogatsu
What: Kick-start the new year with a tea ceremony, lion dance, and other Eastern traditions.
Why: Omikuji (fortune-telling cards, $1) show what the future holds.
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Rd., Delray Beach (561-495-0233). Tickets online at eventbrite.com. Adults, $8 in advance/$10 at the door; children, $4 in advance/$5 at the door.
CHUCKLE
Prissy the Musical Clown
What: Tots sing along with the melodious performer.
Why: Her silly personality guarantees a laugh or two.
When: Today, 3:30 p.m.
Where: Virrick Park Branch Library, 3255 Plaza St., Coconut Grove (305-442-7872). Admission is free.
Photo: Courtesy of Smarty Pants
