Vibe’s Angie Quinn takes a look at what’s on in south east London and north Kent this weekend (October 18 and 19)

News Shopper: Crime author Martina Cole is an ambassador for the Six Book Challenge.

Martina Cole at Bluewater, from 2pm on Saturday

The chart-topping crime writer will be signing copies of her new book The Good Life at Waterstones. Go to bluewater.co.uk

News Shopper: Jay in his 5ive days

The Big Reunion – Boy Band Tour at The O2 Arena, Greenwich on Saturday

Blue, Five, 3T, Damage, 911, A1 and 5th Story will all take to the stage for the ultimate boy band experience. Go to theo2.co.uk

Tea Dance at The Pavilion Sports & Leisure Centre, Eltham, from 2pm to 5pm on Saturday

Enjoy a fun afternoon of live music, dancing, tea, cake and a bar. All proceeds will go to the Gallipoli Chapel Restoration Fund. Admission costs £12

Farmers’ Market, Hornbrook House Car Park, Chislehurst between 10am and 2pm on Sunday

Local traders will have fresh, local produce on offer including vegetables, fruit, honey, wine, pies, cakes and more.

News Shopper: Nicholas Parsons

Nicholas Parsons: Just A Laugh A Minute at The Cutty Sark, Greenwich on Saturday

Taking you on a journey from his early struggles through to the rise of his show business career and beyond, Nicholas Parsons will provide a very humorous and nostalgic account of his eventful life. Go to rmg.co.uk

News Shopper: Simon Munnery, Upstairs At Three and Ten, Brighton, July 2

Bromley Comedy Club at The Churchill’s Studio Theatre, Bromley, on Saturday

Simon Munnery (Urban Warrior) will headline the evening along with performances from John Ryan, Andy Holloway and Luke Benson. Go to atgtickets.com/Bromley

News Shopper: Wedding Fairs Exhibitors: Attire

The Wedding Fair at Glow, Bluewater until Sunday

Lose yourself in all things beautiful for your big day with over 150 wedding day suppliers and experts on hand, catwalks, a vintage village and much more. Go to bluewater.co.uk

Gravesham Fortunes at Gravesend Old Town Hall on Saturday

Enjoy a family fortunes style quiz with a delicious fish and chip supper. All proceeds go to the Mayor of Gravesham's charity.  Full info: www.gravesendoldtownhall.co.uk

News Shopper: Arthur Smith

House of Fun at Blackheath Halls at 7.30pm on Saturday (October 18).

Comedian Arthur Smith hosts the first of his new variety night with stand-up, theatre, music and more, compered by Smith himself. Tickets cost £17.50 or £15 concessions. Go to trinitylaban.ac.uk/blackheath-halls

News Shopper: Miranda Hart

Miranda Hart at the O2 arena, Greenwich, on Sunday (October 19)

The hugely popular comedian sold out the O2 four times earlier this year and now she is bringing her My What I Call, Live Tour back to Greenwich for a last hurrah. Tickets cost £31.50 at axs.com

Altar Boyz at Greenwich Theatre until October 18

A sharp parody about a fictitious Christian boyband in the last night of their Raise the Praise tour. Tickets  from £18.50 or £16 concessions. Go greenwichtheatre.org.uk

The Highway 10k, Orpington, on Sunday (October 19)

Now in its second year, the Highway School hosts its 10k and fun day. The main race starts at 10am and follows an undulating route around Orpington and its fields. There’s also a 2km family fun run, refreshments, stalls and sports massages. Go to th10k.com

Michael Buble night at The Croft Tea Room in St Mary Cray from 7pm on Saturday (October 18).

Tribute singer Jaymz May-Sinclair performs classics by the well-loved crooner while you tuck into a three course home-cooked dinner, including butternut squash and pumpkin soup, tarragon chicken and vanilla baked cheescake. Bring your own booze. £22.50. Call 07741 419641 or e-mail tea@crofttearoom.co.uk

Try walking football at Goals in Bexleyheath, from 10am to noon on Saturday (October 18) or 6pm to 8pm on Tuesday (October 21).

Have a go at the slow-paced version of the game that is particularly good for older folk. It’s open to anyone aged between 16 and 90. Call David Streetley on 07841 868613 or e-mail david.streetley@londonfa.com

Octonauts and the Deep Sea Volcano Adventure at The Orchard Theatre in Dartford, from Thursday (October 16) until Sunday (October 19)

Dive into action with underwater adventure heroes Captain Barnacles, Kwazii and Peso in the kids’ theatre show. Tickets £16.50. Call 01322 220000 or go to orchardtheatre.co.uk