1 THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES Derby Assembly Rooms

BASED on author Eve Ensler's Vagina Interviews conducted with women from all around the world, this witty and moving collection of tales is performed by Sue Holderness, Tameka Empson and Suzanne Shaw tonight at 8pm. Tickets are £17 (£15) on 01332 255800.

2 KEDLESTON AT WAR WALK Kedleston Hall

WALK with a warden and explore areas of the parkland which were used as a Royal Signals camp during World War Two. This walk, from 7pm to 9pm, costs £7 adults, £3.50 children and includes a glass of wine or juice. For an extra £6.50 you can enjoy soup and sandwiches in the Old Kitchen restaurant at 6pm. To book, call 01332 842191.

3 DRAWING AND PAINTING DAYS Haddon Hall

THIS event provides an opportunity for artists of all abilities to sit in the garden and paint or sketch within the house itself. Local artist Tim Rose will be on hand to offer tips and advice. The cost is £25 for the day, from 10am to 4pm and booking is essential on 01629 812855. The next session is on July 15.

4 MEET ROMANCE WRITER KATE WALKER Derby Central Library

KATE Walker has been writing for Harlequin Mills & Boon Modern Romance since 1984 and has sold more than 12 million copies of her books worldwide. This free event runs from 7pm to 9pm. Places are limited so booking is essential on 01332 641702.

5 FIND YOUR WAY Elvaston Castle Country Park

SPEND the afternoon with rangers from Elvaston Castle Country Park, learning how a compass works and how to read maps using the surrounding countryside. The walk is about three miles long and lasts from 1pm to 4pm. Meet at the Elvaston Castle main car park. The cost is £2 adults, £1 children, £5 family, under-fives free. Booking is essential on 08456 058058.