Venue: Sir William Peel, 39 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Saturday 31 May (time to be confirmed)

Bring on the party with Dance Floor Revival and authentic Cuban sandwiches.

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 18 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 24 May 8.30 pm

A classic rock band playing a variety of songs.

Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Friday 23 May 8.00 pm

Offering a diverse range of rock pop and punk

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 18 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Tuesday 20 May 10.00 am

Ever wondered how to find your way through the legal labyrinth of Power of Attorney, both for financial affairs and health care? Jackie Lucas from LPA Made Simple will be guiding us through with tips and advice.

Venue: Sandy Baptist Church, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EJ

Time: Saturday 17 May 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Sandy District Guiding will be holding a Spring Faye – there will be craft stalls, a raffle and refreshments.

Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Friday 16 May 8.00 pm

Party Rock Band

Venue: 1st Sandy Scout Group, Sunderland Road, Sandy SG19 1QY

Time: Friday 16 May 6.00 pm-9.00 pm

Contact Kellie to book

Phone: 07740 706148 (Kellie)

Local beauticians and therapist from the Sandy and St Neots area will treat you with amazing taster sessions.

 Treatments include: crystal healing, gel nails and toes, Indian head massage, back massage, Reiki, tarot card reading, eyebrow waxing and many more.

Event hosted by Blissful Gatherings and Crafts

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Monday 12 May 7.30 pm

Demonstration by Naomi Wells ‘Stories’

Venue: Sir William Peel, 39 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Saturday 10 May (time to be confirmed)

Lively fun band with Rasoi 6 food truck

Venue: The Bell

Time: Saturday 10 May 2.00 pm

Blues, Soul, R & B Americana, Rock and Pop

Venue: Sir William Peel, 39 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Friday 9 May (time to be confirmed)

 Playing their own songs with hits like ‘a girl from the fens’,’the pubs too big without you’ and ‘Julia Bradbury’. It’s gonna be a blast!

Venue: Robert Peel Primary School, Dapifer Drive, Sandy SG19 1QJ

Time: Friday 9 May doors open 6.30 pm, starts 7.00 pm

Tickets from School Office, over 18’s only, £10.00 per person

Refreshments available to purchase on the night – cash only.

Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Friday 2 May 8.00 pm

Classic covers from all decades

Venue: Sandy Children’s Centre, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ

Time: Friday 2 May 1.30 pm-2.30 pm (three week course)

 A three week course, teaching basic signs. Baby sign encourages communication with your baby.

Suitable for baby’s 0-12 months

Booking Required with Jade, use the link below

Email: Sandy Children's Centre (Jade)

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: a 3 week course starting Wednesday 30 April 1.30 pm-2.30 pm

 Speech Language and Communications sessions for children 18 months to 3 years. Strategies to help support a child’s early language skills. Booking required by email.

Email: Sandy Children's Centre (Karen Burton)

Venue: The Queen’s Head, 2-4 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE

Time: Every Tuesday 5.00 pm-7.00 pm

Community Hangout open to all

PS3, board games, chat.

Venue: Sandy Baptist Church, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: every Tuesday 11.00 am-12.30 pm

In partnership with the Need Project.

Fresh fruit and veg, bread and grocery basics available for anyone who needs a bit of support.

Venue: Sandy Village Hall, Medusa Way, Sandy SG19 1BN

Time: every Tuesday 10.30 am-12,30 pm

Come along to meet others, have a cuppa and chat, or to simply sit and read the paper in our warn and welcoming space.

Free refreshments and craft activities available as well as energy advice and access to information on local services and support. No need to book, just drop in

 Organised by Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity with the support of Sandy Town Council and Bedfordshire and Luton Community Foundation’s Living Well Fund. For more information contact Julie Balaam on the link below.

Email: Sandy Welcome Space

Venue: Sandy Market Square

Time: Sunday 27 April 10.00 am-5.00 pm

Venue: The Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 26 April 9.00 pm-12.00 am

You asked and we delivered! Matt Fox-Teece and the crew and bringing you the best indie and rock covers for a night of unforgettable anthems!

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 26 April 8.30 pm

Vocalist and guitarist singing hits from the 60’s onward with music trivia

Guests may be signed in for a fee of £5.00 on entertainment nights

Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Saturday 26 April 8.00 pm

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HN

Time: Saturday 26 April 9.00 am-2.00 pm or until resources run out

A children’s craft activity

Venue: awaiting venue

Time: Saturday 26 April (awaiting time)

 Sandy Guild are organising a clothing collection in aid of St John’s Hospice, Moggerhanger. If you have any clothing you would like to donate please email using the link below.

Email: Sandy Guild

Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Friday 25 April 8.00 pm

Classic rock, roll covers

Venue: Maple Tree Primary School, Hawk Drive, Sandy SG19 1WA

Time: Friday 25 April, doors open 4.30 pm eyes down 5.00 pm

Cost: £5.00 per person, £8.00 per person with hot food

All the prizes are a chocoholics dream.

Snacks and soft drinks available to purchase on the night

Booking essential using the link below

Facebook: Chocolate Bingo

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH

Time: Friday 25 April 2.00 pm

A monthly social group for users of wheelchairs, mobility scooters, strollers, walkers and anyone who struggles with their mobility.

This month’s topics are the Blue Badge Scheme and Council Tax Discounts.

Venue: Sandy Children’s Centre, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ

Time: Friday 25 April 9.30 am-12.30 pm

Drop in to talk to a Carers in Bedfordshire support worker

Website: Carers In Bedfordshire

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Friday 25 April 10.00 am-11.00 am

 Advice and support around introducing solids to your 6 month old baby. Booking required by email

Email: Sandy Children's Centre (Alison Coats)

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: 6 week course starting Thursday 24 April 2.00 pm-3.30 pm

A 6 week course for new parents and babies 0-4 months, covering sleep, feeding, baby brain development, childhood illnesses and healthy relationships. Booking required by email using one of the links below.

Email: Baby Days (Alison Coats)

 Email: Baby Days (Lucy Rice)

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 18 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Wednesday 23 April 5.00 pm

Ruby sings a variety of wartime and cockney sing-alongs with some pop hits thrown in.

Venue: The Bell

Time: Tuesday 22 April from 7.00 pm

Brush Party with Jordan to paint a ‘Woodland Oasis’

Tickets from Brush Party website

Venue: The Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Tuesday 22 April 6.00 pm-8.00 pm

Support group for men, all welcome.

Website: For Men to Talk

Venue: Shires Funeral Directors, 3 Belfry Court, Sandy SG19 1JR

Time: Tuesday 22 April 10.00 am -12.00 pm, monthly meeting

Everyone welcome, pop in for a hot drink and a slice of cake!

Venue: Pecoro, 12 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HU

Time: Monday 21 April followed by every 3rd Monday of the month – 5.00 pm-9.00 pm

Cost: £18.00 per person includes a pizza each and one soft drink.

Feel free to bring your own games, meet new people, learn new games, challenge each other and have fun.

Open to 14+ years. Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult.

Venue: The Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 19 April 9.00 pm-12.00 am

 High energy rock and pop covers that’ll have you dancing all night long. These guys rocked their debut – now they’re back for more!

Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Saturday 19 April from 8.00 pm

Karaoke with Dan the Man

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club 18 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 19 April 5.00 pm

All abilities welcome - in aid of The Sandy Music Festival’s chosen charity Embrace.

Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Saturday 19 April 12.00 am-2.00 pm

 Cost: £1.00 per sponge – choose your Spongee! Spongees to be announced!

All money raised in aid of Embrace for Sandy Music Festival

Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Saturday 19 April 11.00 am-3.00 pm

Face painting, music, treats to win – sponge throwing for charity.

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH

Time: Saturday 19 April 9.00 am-2.00 pm or until resources run out

A children’s craft activity

Venue: The Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Friday 18 April 9.00 pm

Warm up those vocal cords and get ready to sing your heart out – because it’s karaoke time with our DJ Jingles!

Venue: The Bell

Time: Friday 18 April from 8.00 pm

Raw Divas Live – a singing covers duo – celebrating music across the decades.

Venue: Meet at Sandy Methodist Church, St Neots Road, Sandy SG19 1BP

Time: Good Friday 18 April 10.30 am

We carry a cross through the town and stop along the route for songs, prayer, and reflection ending at St Swithun’s Church.

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HN

Time: Thursday 17 April 9.00 am-4.00 pm or until resources run out

Easter colour by number and Easter fuzzy art - an activity for children

Venue: St Swithun’s Church, High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Wednesday evenings 19 March, 26 March, 2 April, 9 April, 16 April at 7.30 pm

During Lent Rev Jodie will be running a series of small group sessions to explore the Christian faith and how we can connect with God. With a view to attending the confirmation service at St Albans Cathedral on East Saturday

Venue: St Swithun’s Church, High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Wednesday 16 April 2.30 pm-4.00 pm

 Please come and join us for lots of fun. Everyone welcome!

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HN

Time: Wednesday 16 April 9.00 am-4.00 pm or until resources run out

Build an Easter basket and Easter rabbit on a fence - an activity for children

Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Tuesday 15 April eyes down 7.30 pm

Get down early to secure your table!

Bonus round at the end winner takes all!

Venue: Sandy Children’s Centre, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ

Time: Tuesday 11.00 am-12.30 pm – drop in session

 Breast Feeding drop in previously known as Brasserie, social and support group for parents and parents to be. Self Weigh will also be available.

Venue: Sandy Children’s Centre, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ

Time: Tuesday weekly term time only 9.30 am-11.00 am drop in session.

  A Stay and Play session for parents to be and parents/carers of children 0-12 months. Make friends and share tips. Self Weigh will be available.

Venue: Robert Peel Playing School Field, Dapifer Drive, Sandy SG19 1QJ

Time: Tuesday 15 April 9.30 am-12.00 pm – lunch included

 For HAF families and their siblings. Physical activities for years: Reception to Year 4 to promote positive mental health.

Venue: Sandy Children’s Centre, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ

Time: first and third Tuesday of the month 9.30 am-12.30 pm – drop in session

No appointment necessary. Drop in Self Weigh. A member of staff will be on site should you have any questions or concerns.

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HN

Time: Tuesday 15 April 9.00 am-4.00 pm or until resources run out

Colour and make Easter crowns - an activity for children

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 18 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Tuesday 15 April 10.00 am

  We will be joined by Deirdre Hanna. Deirdre will tell us about her career working at Heathrow Airport when she looked after VIP passengers, meeting and greeting and escorting them to their limousines.

Venue: RSPB, The Lodge, The Heath, Potton Road, Sandy SG19 1DL

Time: Tuesday 15 April 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cost: £4.00 (tickets do not include car parking)

The focus this month will be ‘Nests and Nesting Habitats’

Please arrive 10 minutes before and meet at the picnic area outside the shop. For further information check out the link below

Website: Wildlife Walk for Women

Venue: Sandy Flower Club held at the Conservative Bowls Club Pavilion, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Monday 14 April 7.30 pm.

Sandy Flower Club invites you to a flower workshop

Spend a relaxing evening learning how to arrange and make the most of your flowers

 All visitors welcome. For further information please phone Sue Alexander on the link below.

Phone: Sue Alexander

Venue: Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy, SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 12 April 9.30 pm

The finest soul singer around, covering soul classics all night.

Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Friday 12 April 8.00 pm

Venue: 1st Sandy Scout Group, Sunderland Road, Sandy SG19 1QY

Time: Saturday 12 April 7.00 pm

 Place a bet! Horse and jockey ownership

Fancy a night at the races? Then why not join us for a fun packed night! Children are welcome

Venue: The Four Horsemen Bar

Time: Saturday 12 April from 7.30 pm

Play the game the same as numbers bingo except hear the song or artist and cross it off your card.

Cards on sale £2.50 each on the day up to 7.30 pm when the games begin.

Venue: The Four Horsemen, 7 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Saturday 12 April 3.00 pm

  Join us for an intimate book signing with Phil Hutson, as he shares the profound journey of his life through the art of poetry. Discover the stories behind his words and experience. Phil Hutson is the author of ‘A Life in Poems’.

Venue: Manor Farm, Great North Road, Lower Caldecote SG18 9BB

Time: Saturday 12 April and Saturday 26 April 1.00 pm-3.00 pm

Cost: £5.00 per session, six meetings £25.00, twelve meetings £50.00

  For Men to Talk and Fish – A qualified coach with 30+ years of experience will guide the session. Fishing tackle, bait and more provided. Tickets available using the link below.

Website: Tickets for Men to Talk and Fish

Venue: Sandy Library 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH

Time: Saturday 12 April 9.00 am-2.00 pm or until resources run out

A craft activity for children

Venue: Sandy Historical Research Group Exhibition at Sandy Methodist Church, St Neots Road, Sandy

Time: Saturday 12 April 10.00 am-2.00 pm

Cost: members free, non-members £2.00

Come along and enjoy ‘Sandy’s Past – a selection from our archives’. Tea, coffee and home made cakes available to purchase plus there will be a raffle. Please bring along any of your own old photographs and memorabilia of Sandy, for us all to chat about. Back numbers of our SHRUB magazine, copies of our Pictorial Memories of Sandy booklets, and our Sandy Memories postcards, will all be on sale, together with Mike Luke’s fascinating Albion Archaeology Monograph on the Roman ‘Small Town” at Sandy. If you are not already an SHRG member, there will be an opportunity to join us, and then receive our twice yearly SHRUB magazine on Sandy’s history, with free entry to many of our events.

For further information please contact Richard Barlow on 01767 226392.

Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Friday 11 April 8.00 pm

Food Truck Friday – loaded fries, burgers and loaded dogs!

Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Friday 11 April 8.00 pm

Venue: Sandy Baptist Church Hall, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EJ

Time: Fridays in Lent 14, 21, 28 March and 4, 11 April 12.00 pm-1.30 pm

Donations to Christian Aid

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HN

Time: Friday 11 April 9.00 am-4.00 pm or until resources run out

Easter wreath and chicken in an egg activity for children

Venue: The Bell

Time: Thursday 10 April 7.00 pm

For those who prefer life on paper, join Sandy Book Club

This month’s book is “Before the Swallows Come Back” by Fiona Curnow

Come and meet fellow bookworms

Snacks provided, all welcome

Venue: Shires Funeral Directors, 3 Belfry Court, Sandy SG19 1JR

Time: Thursday 10 April 2.00 pm, meets fortnightly!

Everyone welcome, pop in for a cuppa and a chat!

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HN

Time: Thursday 10 April 9.00 am-4.00 pm or until resources run out

Make Easter cards and flowers

An activity for children

Venue: China Express, 16 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HU

Time: Wednesday 9 April and Thursday 10 April

To book contact Colin Osborne, 2 Leeds Smith Drive or phone using the link below

Phone: 01767 682032

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HN

Time: Wednesday 9 April 9.00 am-4.00 pm or until resources run out

Easter chick, minions and bug fuzzy art activity for children

Venue: Robert Peel Forest School, Dapifer Drive, Sandy SG19 1QJ

Time: Wednesday 9 April 10.00 am-11.30 am

Booking required via email.

Email: Sandy Children's Centre (Karen Burton)

  Forest School session for SEND children aged 3-12 years of age plus siblings. Entrance is via the school car park. Join us in this wonderful outside space. Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing.

Venue: Sandy Sports Centre, (Astro) Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1BL

Time: Week 1: Tuesday 8 April and Thursday 10 April 10.00 am-3.00 pm

Week 2: Tuesday 15 April and Thursday 17 April 10.00 am-3.00 pm

Cost: £18.00 per session per person

Aimed at 5-14 years of age

Book with Natasha using the links below

Email: Natasha

Phone: 07957 980492

Website: 4Corner Coaching

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HN

Time: Tuesday 8 April 9.00 am-4.00 pm or until resources run out.

Make Easter baskets complete with eggs and chicks and a swallow craft.

An activity for children

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HN

Time: Tuesday 8 April-Saturday 20 April

Hunt around the library to see how many animals you can find holding an Easter egg - an activity for children

Venue: Pecoro, 12A Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HU

Time: Monday 7 April 6.00 pm

Choose between still life drawing (£20), terracotta pot painting or air drying clay (£25) and Easter card making (£20) includes an antipasti sharing platter, one soft drink and dessert. £10 deposit per person required.

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH

Time: every day after school Monday-Friday, 4.00 pm-5.30 pm

Children’s crafts and colouring activities.

Venue: Easter Holiday Camp, Laburnum Primary School, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ

Time: Monday 7 April-Thursday 17 April

Cost: 9.00 am-3.30 pm £27.00, 8.30 am-5.30 pm £35.61

Age range: 4-12 year of age

Please bring along a packed lunch, plenty or water, suitable clothing and lots of energy.

Further details from Premier Education, use the link below

Website: Laburnum Holiday Camp

Venue: Sandy Leisure and Sports Centre, Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1BL

Time: Monday 7 April-Friday 11 April and Monday 14 April-Thursday 17 April

Sports, inflatables, team games, arts and crafts and lots more. Activities provided by Tayplay Children’s Activity Camp. Childcare vouchers accepted, sibling discount, extended hours 8.30 am-5.30 pm. Use the link below for more details and to book.

Website: Children's Activity Camp

Venue: St Swithun’s Church Rooms, High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Sunday 6 April 6.00 pm-8.00 pm, followed by every first Sunday of the month.

For those aged 11-18 to meet eat pizza, play games and talk about life, faith and the big questions.

Venue: The Queen’s Head, 2-4 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE

Time: Sunday 6 April 10.00 am-12.30 pm

To book a table contact us on Facebook messenger (use the link below) or at the bar!

Facebook: Sunday Breakfast Club

 Venue: RSPB, The Lodge, The Heath, Potton Road, Sandy SG19 1DL

Time: Sunday 6 April 10.00 am-3.00 pm

This event is held in the covered area next to the Visitor Information Centre

  This is a free, drop-in event where you can join Steve to create your own works or simply watch and enjoy. Steve’s artwork will also be on sale to purchase as the perfect gift for yourself or someone special who loves nature. For further information use the link below:

Website: Art Demo with Steve Kershaw

Venue: The Queen’s Head, 2-4 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE

Time: Saturday 5 April 7.00 pm

A charity race night in support of Sandy Music Festival and raising money for Embrace

Venue: Sandy Baptist Church, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EJ

Time: Saturday 5 April 9.30 am-11.30 am

Come and look around OR experience the narrated story at 10.30 am.

 Wheelchair access by arrangement. For more information use the links below

Email: Sandy Baptist Church

Phone: 07856 118666 (Jenny)

Venue: Sandy Library 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH

Time: Saturday 5 April 9.00 am-2.00 pm or until resources run out

A craft activity for children

Venue: The Bell

Time: Friday 4 April 8.00 pm

You all know and love Jenny, her powerful vocals and incredible stage presence have your Friday night sorted.

Venue: The Queen’s Head, 2-4 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE

Time: Thursday 3 April 5.00 pm-8.00 pm

 A new trend in healthy eating, with less salt, less oil and less sugar. They serve authentic Hong Kong/Cantonese food such as dim sum, dumplings, HKhitwraps, noodles, crispy snacks. Meal deals available, check out their Facebook page.

Venue: Sir William Peel, 39 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Wednesday 2 April from 8.00 pm

Cost: ticket event only £25.00

Includes a cheese and prosciutto board

Venue: Sandy Children’s Centre, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ

Time: first and third Tuesday of each month – 1.30 pm-2.30 pm – drop in session – term time only

A Stay and Play session for parents/carers and children toddling to 2 years focusing on physical development.

Venue: Sandy Children’s Centre, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 HQ

Time: first Tuesday of the month, drop in session, term time only, 1.30 pm-2.30 pm

 Drop in session with Job Centre staff. Information on childcare funding, universal credit, benefits advice, getting back to work, training and much more.

Venue: The Sir William Peel, 39 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Monday 31 March 7.30 pm

Supporting Sandy Guild, an amazing group of ladies, who spend the year raising money for St John’s Hospice in Moggerhanger and other local charities.

Venue: Sandy Football Club

 Sandy Football Club are looking for new players for a new girl’s U11/12’s football team. Beginner’s welcome. Contact the club using the links below

Phone: Carl

Website: Sandy Football Club