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Best Bets: Dr. Seuss’ birthday, “Jekyll & Hyde”

“Jekyll & Hyde”
6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 28
7 p.m. Friday, March 1
2 p.m. Saturday, March 2
Wakefield School
4439 Old Tavern Road, The Plains
Wakefield School’s Archwood Community Theater presents the musical “Jekyll & Hyde.” Senior Ethan Rosenfeld plays Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde, as he portrays both good and evil in a single character. A cast of students, parents and faculty, including the head of school, perform in the musical in the school’s lower gym. Tickets available at the door or online; $10 per person.



“Little Women”
7 p.m. Friday, March 1
3 p.m. Saturday, March 2
Liberty High School
6300 Independence Ave., Bealeton
The Liberty High School theatre students present their winter play, “Little Women.” Based on Louisa May Alcott’s life, this musical follows four sisters growing up during the Civil War. General admission, $10; students, teachers and senior citizens, $8. Cash only.

Read Across America
10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 2
10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton
4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall
11 Winchester St., Warrenton
All three branches of the Fauquier County Public Library join the nationwide celebration of Dr. Seuss’ birthday. The event features a special story time and visit from the Cat in the Hat for children in elementary school. Each child will receive a complimentary book, courtesy of the Fauquier Education Association. Free.

Red Cross History Family Day
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 2
10 Ashby St., Warrenton
The Fauquier History Museum at the Old Jail opens a new exhibit, “Everywhere for Everyone: Fauquier’s Red Cross.” The event includes children’s crafts, period uniforms and a Clara Barton impersonator. Free.

Mardi Gras Masquerade
6 p.m. Saturday, March 2
9236 Tournament Road, Warrenton
Fauquier Springs Country Club hosts its first Mardi Gras Masquerade honoring two community activists. Dinner, dancing and prizes included. Open to the public. $50 for non-members; $45 for members.

Other options in and around Fauquier

> The Patty Reese Band at Gloria’s in Warrenton

> Black history experience in Warrenton

> Fauquier regional science fair senior division

> The Cold War in Outer Space discussion

> Maddi Mae at Sunny Hills American Grill

> Sunday sketch in Middleburg

> Music at Old Bust Head Brewery

> Music at Orlean Market

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