Arts & Entertainment

Richard II, Sen. Rand Paul and Belly Dancing

Your Patch guide to the weekend.

Ah, another rain-drenched weekend. You, however, aren't the Wicked Witch of the West. You won't melt in the rain. There are plays to be attended, art shows to take in and bellies to gyrate! (Yep, you read it right).

We’ve got the best bets for you from Feb. 24-27, whether you want to stay close to home or take a drive to find even more to do. Check out our picks for recommended places to see and things to do.

This week, we feature a visit from a newly-elected senator and an opportunity to see some snow.

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Where/when: San Dieguito Academy, Encinitas, opens 8 p.m. Friday.

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Why Go: Intrepid Shakespeare Company presents , a modernized take on the ruinous effect of the rivalvy between a current and future monarch. Continues weekends through March 20.

Price: $8-25.

Where/when: New Village Arts Theatre, Carlsbad, 6 p.m. Thursday.

Why Go: To be part of the Art by Candlelight show, featuring "Changing Places," an exhibit by artist Marsha Ercegovic. Work by 16 other artists also will be on display.

Price: Free.

Where/when: Warwick's, La Jolla, 3 p.m., Saturday.

Why Go: To satisfy your political curiosity. Whether you're a fan or a foe, Tea Party darling Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky, has been riding high since the November election. He arrives in La Jolla to promote his first book.

Price: Must purchase book to meet Paul.

Where/when: The Turquoise, San Diego, 8 p.m., Sunday.

Why Go: If you've ever looked at Shakira and thought, How does she do that?, try a little belly dancing up close and personal. Maybe you'll pick up a few moves. The Middle-Earth Ensemble performs as well.

Price: Free.

Where/when: Mount Laguna, Julian or Pine Valley, Friday through Sunday.

Why Go: San Diego's rain last weekend meant lots of nice powdery snow for much of the back country. The weather might cooperate again this weekend. So dust off that sled or just put on a good pair of gloves for a nice snowfight. Keep an eye on Ramona Patch for updates on weather and road conditions.

Price: Free.


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