KENDAL...

CREATE a masterpiece and paint the gardens of Sizergh Castle tomorrow (Thursday) with an outdoor watercolour class led by a local artist. Book your place, which includes a picnic lunch, by calling 015395-60951 and pray for dry weather!

MORECAMBE...

IF you could do with a good giggle, comedians Tony Law and Chris Addison will perform a live stand-up show at the Platform on Friday. Both award- winning regulars of the UK comedy circuit, this show will reduce you to tears. Call the Box Office on 01524-582803.

GRASMERE...

RELATIVELY Speaking, a vintage comedy from the master of the genre, Alan Ayckbourn, will be performed by the Grasmere Players this Friday and Saturday night at Grasmere Hall from 8pm. For tickets call 015394-35627.

CONISTON...

BTCV, the UK's largest practical conservation charity, has organised several interesting projects as part of National Volunteers Week. On Tuesday at Brantwood in Coniston, help members as they use ancient methods to improve access across boggy areas of the estate using natural materials found on the site. 01229-580234.

BLACKPOOL...

STARS in their Eyes Kids winner, Kirsty Williams, will take to the boards in the Frank Carson All Star Show at North Pier on Tuesday. Playing 60s singing sensation Susan Maughan alongside the household name, Bobby's Girl will be wowing the crowds once more. 01253-292029.

ESKDALE...

THE Friends of Eskdale School have organised the 11th exhibition of mixed-media artwork for this weekend. Starting on Saturday and running until Monday the exhibition showcases recent work by both amateur and professional regional artists. All pieces are for sale and the proceeds will go towards the school. 01229-717700.

SEDBERGH...

VIEW some super summer blooms and pick up a colourful bargain from the plant sale at the Greenbank Open Garden on Sunday when the Cumbria Wildlife Trust returns to the gardens, off Joss Lane, for the second time. 015396-25453.

PRESTON...

THE smash-hit musical Blood Brothers, by Willy Russell is at Preston's Charter Theatre from Monday to Saturday. Linda Nolan stars as Mrs Johnston in the unforgettable play which has scooped a clutch of top awards. From 7.30pm each night and with a matinee performance at 2.30pm on Wednesday and Saturday. 01772-258858.

KENDAL/WINDERMERE...

IF you're aged between eight and 12 you may like to get Wet n' Wild at Kendal Leisure Centre on Tuesday from 10am-3.30pm. The water-inspired activities include a morning swim followed by a picnic lunch at Windermere Outdoor Adventure and an afternoon of canoeing and kayaking on the lake.

For more information call 01539-729777.

BARROW...

BUZZ Hawkins, writer, producer and voice of The Bradshaws, brings the cult radio and TV series to life on stage this Friday at Forum 28. The wickedly funny show is set in the days of pounds, shillings and pence, tin baths and condensed-milk butties. From 7.30pm 01229-820000.