1. The Sunshine Boys

Al and Willy used to be Lewis and Clark - famouse vaudeville stars - but now they aren't speaking. A grudging television reunion brings the two back together, along with a flood of memories.

Incognito Theatre, Holly Park Road, Friern Barnet, May 10 to 16, 8pm, Sunday, 6pm, Saturday matinee 3pm. Details: 07912 875700, incognitotheatre.co.uk

2. VE Day

Experience the atmosphere of Finchley on VE Day, when 10,000 people descended on the grounds of Avenue House to mark the end of the Second World War. A host of stalls, live music and activities for all ages will fill the grounds, with lunch on offer in Stephens House.

Stephens House and Gardens, East End Road, Finchley, Sunday, May 10, noon to 5pm. Details: 020 8346 7812, stephenshouseandgardens.com

3. Mental Health Awareness Week

Explore the topic of mental health with a series of free talks, debates, relaxation and mindfulness exercises at Middlesex University. Academics and psychologists will be leading events which encourage the public to discover mindfulness: the positive steps people can take to increase mental resilience.

Middlesex University, The Burroughs, Hendon, May 11 to 15, a variety of times. Details: 020 8411 5555, mdx.ac.uk

4. Museums at Night: Late Night Keats

Try your hand at the elegant art of shadow puppetry, create your own Regency silhouette, or join a twilight tour around the Georgian villa to explore John Keats’s life.

Keats House, Keats Grove, Hampstead, Friday, May 15, 7pm. Details: Details: 020 7332 3868, cityoflondon.gov.uk

5. Barnet Band

A fun night of music, including popular marches, tunes from the shows and classical pieces. The concert is in aid of Friend in Need Community Centre, based in Barnet, which provides support for people aged over 55.

St John’s Church, Mowbray Road, New Barnet, Saturday, May 16, 7.30pm. Details: 020 8449 8225, barnetband.org