This week's new events

Intelligence Squared A Journey Into Outer Space , London Forty years on from Neil Armstrong's giant step for mankind, most of us are still very much in the dark about space. Thankfully, Brian Cox is on hand to speak about the Large Hadron Collider and the power of gravity, while astronomer Martin Rees will talk about the future of space travel. Space tourist Charles Simonyi gives his views on life on the International Space Station and Colin Pillinger talks about his work with Beagle 2. Royal Geographical Society, SW7, Wed Iain Aitch Stitch & Craft Show , London If you still haven't cottoned on to the fact that haberdashery is hip, this expo of all things cross-stitched and crafty will cast off the notion that it's just for grannies. Enthusiasts of every age – and gender – can marvel at Montse Stanley's crazy tea-cosies, decoupage a rainforest, and view a "street-style x-stitch gallery". Pick up a new skill at workshops ranging from Hardanger For The Horrified to Space Dyeing With Kool Aid, enter the paper cake-making contest, or start your royal wedding street-party preparations early with a session devoted to "vintage bunting". Olympia 2, W14, Thu to 20 Mar Colette Bernhardt London Design Week , London It's unlikely you'll find anyone trying to reinvent the wheel here, but you could pick up some top decor tips. The 400 exhibitors include Sanderson, who set the gold standard in blocky, 60s-inspired prints, and Mulberry Home, the classic fashion label's interiors branch. There's a special event with Tricia Guild, the brains behind the Designer's Guild, while Design Museum director Deyan Sudjic discusses the legacy of Victorian prints maverick William Morris. It should be window-shopping heaven. Design Centre Chelsea Harbour, SW10, Wed to Fri Skye Sherwin Out & about DFS Crufts 2011 , Birmingham, Sat & Sun The Terrier & Hound and Toy & Utility categories, leading up to the iconic best in show segment of the canine competition. NEC Science Festival , Cambridge, Mon to 27 Mar Lectures, panel discussions, screenings, and hands-on activities. Various venues St Patrick's Festival , Across Ireland, Wed to 20 Mar Armagh and Downpatrick hosts the biggest parties, Belfast has a carnival theme, while Wexford hosts the massive SkyFest fireworks display. Various venues StAnza 2011 , St Andrews, Wed to 20 Mar The centenary of Gaelic poet Sorley MacLean marked, plus art, film, music and kids' events, plus plenty of poetry. Byre Theatre, Abbey St Comic Relief Red Nose Day , Nationwide, Fri Nary a middle manager to be found outside a bath full of beans. All in a good cause, like.