The Complete and Utter History of Jazz

A brand new history of jazz with a fantastic selection of music and hilarious, musically brilliant, historically fascinating moments. Start off in 1902 and end up in the present day with some great jazz classics along the way, from Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Thelonious Monk, Pat Metheney and many more. A tour de force performance of St Louis Blues that takes in every style of jazz in an extraordinary arrangement featuring Bessie Smith, Louis Armstrong, Glenn Miller, Cannonball Adderley, Kenny Ball, Stevie Wonder and Herbie Hancock.

Watersmeet Theatre, High Street, Rickmansworth, Saturday, November 17, 7.30pm. Details: 01923 711063 watersmeet.co.uk

Faith – The George Michael Legacy

A stunning celebration remembering one of the greatest singer/songwriters of all time. This energetic, vibrant musical journey brings to life 35 years of hits from George’s glittering career. This brand-new feel good show will have you dancing in the aisles for the biggest party night of the year.

The Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans, Sunday, November 18, 7.30pm. Details: 01727 844488 alban-arena.co.uk

The Importance of Being Earnest

Delayed live from the Vaudeville Theatre. Oscar Wilde’s much-loved masterpiece throws love, logic and language into the air to make one of theatre’s most dazzling firework displays. Jack, Algy, Gwendolyn and Cecily discover how unsmooth runs the course of true love, while Lady Bracknell keeps a baleful eye on the mayhem of manners.

Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, Sunday, November 18, 2pm. Details: 01923 225671 watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk

Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show

This is science like you have never seen it before. Explore the strange and magical properties of matter with fireballs, fire tornadoes and explosive chemical reactions. Mark Thompson has been enthralling audiences for over 20 years with his fascinating journeys around the Universe. Now he is turning his attention to things a little closer to home.

The Radlett Centre, 1 Aldenham Avenue, Radlett, Sunday, November 18, 11am and 2pm. Details: 01923859291 radlettcentre.co.uk

The Nutcracker

Be swept away on a magical adventure in one of the most famous classical ballets of all time – The Nutcracker. With its combination of enchanting choreography and unforgettable music, this fabulous ballet is an early Christmas treat like no other. Set to Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score, the traditional tale of The Nutcracker tells the story of Clara and her enchanted nutcracker doll. Their adventures see Clara and the Nutcracker combat the Mouse King, and join the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier on a wonderful journey through the glistening Land of Snow to a kingdom made entirely of sweets.

The Radlett Centre, 1 Aldenham Avenue, Radlett, Saturday, November 17, 2.30pm. Details: 01923859291 radlettcentre.co.uk

Art and Craft Weekend

Local artisans will be selling their wares at the museum. Come along and pick up some Christmas presents.

Bushey Museum, Rudolph Road, Bushey, Saturday, November 17, and Sunday, November 18, 11am to 4pm. Details: 02084 204057 busmt@busheymuseum.org

Christmas Market

There will be various stalls including crafts, gifts, homemade cakes and biscuits, tombola, children's activities, Santa’s grotto and a £500 grand prize draw. There will also be hot food and live music.

All Saints' Church, The Green, Croxley Green, Saturday, November 17, 11am to 4pm. Details: 01923 720856 events@croxleygreenallsaints.org

Cheeki Monkeys Children’s Market

The ultimate indoor market for your children’s needs, with thousands of pre-loved goods from designer clothes to pushchairs.

Westfield Academy, Tolpits Lane, Watford, Saturday, November 17, 12pm to 2pm. Details: 07878 218820 cheekimonkeys.co.uk

Christmas Gift Fair

There will be a variety of stalls ranging from fashion jewellery, handmade wood products, candles, nail wraps, clothes, scarves, hats, gloves, stocking fillers, handmade crafts, cards, Usborne books, Neal's Yard Remedies Organic Skincare, handbags, jams and chutneys, handmade fudge, home accessories, handmade toys, gifts for pets and pet lovers, and much more. Come along and have a browse and pick up some great presents for the family.

Parmiter's School, High Elms Lane, Garston, Saturday, November 17, 11am to 4pm. Details: 01442263896 parmitersfair@gmail.com

Tales from the Vicarage Live

Another night of happy Hornet memories and laughter featuring Dennis Booth, John Eustace, Gavin Mahon and Robert Page.

Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford, Sunday, November 18, 7.30pm. Details: 01923 225671 watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk

Ladies’ Day

Watford Community Housing are holding a free event. Drop in for a range of pampering activities and find out about local services to support your health, wellbeing and overall happiness. This is a great opportunity to connect with like-minded women and there will be manicures, self-defence lessons and information from a wide range of organisations such as Herts Mind, Alternatives and Watford Women’s Centre.

Meriden Community Centre, Garsmouth Way, Watford, Saturday, November 17, 10am to 1pm. Details: 01923 523027

Slugs and Snails

Discover the curious cures of historic Hertfordshire and write your own potion recipe in this interactive slugs and snails children’s activity.

Oxhey Library, Bridlington Road, South Oxhey, Saturday, November 17, 10am to 12pm. Details: 0300 123 4049