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

Time: Saturday 3 October 7.00 pm-11.00 pm

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

Time: 30 September - last Wednesday of the month 6.00 pm-8.00 pm.

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

Venue: Sandy Secondary School, Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1BL

Time: Sunday 27 September 9.30 am-4.00 pm

For all card collectors!

Venue: Stonecroft Lounge, St Swithun’s Way, Sandy SG19 1BB

 Time: Friday 25 September 7.30 pm

The World Turned Upside Down – the effect of the British Civil Wars, Cavaliers and Roundheads by Stuart Orme

Cost: membership £18.00, visitors £5.00 (includes tea, coffee, raffle and parking

For further details use the phone link below

Phone: 01767 680171

Venue: Sandy Guild - An Evening of Clairvoyance with Mark Gilbert at the Conservative Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Friday 18 September doors open 7.00 pm – start 7.30 pm

Cost: tickets £15.00 per person, tickets may be obtained through the email link or by phone.

Email: Sandy Guild

Phone: 07500 907715

All profits go to our chosen charities which this year are St John’s Hospice, Sandy Carnival and the Jan Osborne Memorial Fund

Venue: Sandy Fire Station, Ivel Road, Sandy

Time: Every Wednesday 7.00 pm-9.00 pm term time only

Ages 13-17

Develop new skills, build confidence, make new friends and made a difference in your community.

Please contact: youthteam@bedsfire.gov.uk  Use the link below:

Email: Youth Team Beds Fire

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

Time: Tuesday 15 September 10.00 am

 This month we will be joined by Jason Middleton talking about Gemstones and Jewellery of the Rich and Famous. Jason is an international gemstone buyer for a respected jewellery company. He will tell us about British and other European Royal jewellery. Jewellery purchased at the famous international auctions and jewellery owned by celebrities.

Venue: Rustle Up Cafe & Bar, 5 Blaydon Road, Sandy SG19 1RZ

Time: Saturday 12 September 7.00 pm

Phone: 07565 717392

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

Time: Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 September

 Sir William Peel working with The Sandy Guild raising money for St John’s Hospice & Biggleswade, Potton and Sandy Community First Responders.

Not to be missed.

Venue: RSPB, The Lodge, Potton Road, Sandy SG19 2DL

Time: Saturday 5 September 10.00 am-12.00 pm

For further information and to book use the link below:

Website: Birdwatching for Beginners

Venue: The Bell

Time: Sunday 30 August from 7.30 pm

Bring your instruments, your singing voice or just your music loving self

Music – Poetry - Stand Up

Anyone who wants a platform to perform!

Support Local Talent

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

Time Sunday 30 August from 1.00 pm

Live music from Aimi P, City Limits and Sandy Ukulele Group

Family games, burger van, pizza van, ice cream van.

Prizes awarded for best musical fancy dress.

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

Time: Saturday 29 August 9.30 pm

2 piece piano and drum outfit playing unique songs from the 60’s and 70’s

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

Time: Saturday 29 August 7.30 pm

Venue: Brew & Renew, 28A High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Saturday 29 August 7.00 pm-9.00 pm

Cost: £10.00 per person

Join us for a relaxed evening of coffee, conversation and connection.

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

Time: Saturday 29 August 1.00 pm-5.00 pm

Cost: entrance £1.00 for adults (16+) and all children are free. Tea, coffee and cake will be available in the Bowls Pavilion, and the bar will be open during the afternoon.

The Sandy Garden & Craft Show is a local country show which aims to bring families and the local communities of all ages together to share in a love of gardening, crafting and cookery.

Website: Sandy Garden & Craft Show

Venue: Sandy Baptist Church Hall

 Time: Saturday 29 August 12.00 pm-4.00 pm

Cost: members free, non-members £3.00

Tea, coffee and homemade cakes

  Come along and enjoy a selection from our archives. 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 and exhibitions. For further information please contact Richard Barlow on 01767 226392.

Venue: Brew & Renew, 29A High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: throughout the summer holidays – booking required

Cost: £10.00 per person includes a kid’s drink

For adults and children decorate your own tote bag to take home

Available anytime when open

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

Time: Tuesday 25 August 6.00 pm-8.00 pm

Support group for men, all welcome. Next meeting 25 August

Website: For Men to Talk

Venue: All-Weather Pitch, Sunderland Road Recreation Ground, Sandy

Time: Sunday 23 August 10.00 am-2.00 pm

 Come and give cricket a go! No fees just fun, BBQ, raffle, Mr Ice Cream Man

Venue: Rustle Up Cafe and Bar, 5 Blaydon Road, Sandy SG19 1RZ

Time: Saturday 22 August 7.00 pm-12.00 am

 Grab the mic at Rustle Up Cafe and Bar. All talent welcome! Live DJ.

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

Time: Saturday 22 August 3.00 pm

Live music and BBQ

3.00 pm with Lilly Rose

5.00 pm Steve O & Anke

8.00 pm One Man Band Tom Karni

Supporting Sandy Music Festival

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

 Time: Friday 21 August 9.30 pm

Get ready to groove with Lia Grey, soul and pop singer, bringing the vibes, vocals, and pure feel good energy. One not to miss!

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

Time: every Friday 10.00 am 12.00 pm

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Friday 21 August 10.00 am-11.00 am

 Advice and support around introducing solids to your 6 month old baby. This is a face to face session. Booking required by email

Email: sandy.childrenscentre@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk

Venue: Sunderland Road, Sandy SG19 1AZ

Time: Thursday 20 August 10.00 am-11.30 am

Venue: Sports Hall, Sandy Secondary School, Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1BL

Time: Monday 17 August-Thursday 20 August and Monday 24 August-Thursday 27 August

Drop off time: 10.00 am

Pick up time: 3.00 pm

Ages 6-12 years

Cost £15 per day or FREE if you qualify for Free School Meals

Free Child’s ticket to watch Bedford Blues for all participants!

Hot food options for attendees (pre book only)

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

Time: Acoustic Sunday 16 August from 3.00 pm

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

Time: Saturday 15 August 9.30 pm

 5 Piece pop, rock and indie covers band. A high energy, eclectic set that’s winning over fans and critics alike. Expect powerful vocals, blazing guitars, and nonstop energy!

Venue: RSPB, The Lodge, The Heath, Potton Road, Sandy SG19 2DL

Time: Saturday 15 August 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cost: £6.00-£7.00 (tickets do not include car parking)

The focus this month will be ‘Dragonflies and Insects’

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

Website: Nature Walks for Women                                                                             

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

Time: Friday 14 August from 6.30 pm Cost: £7.50 per person Entertainment will start at 7.00 pm. Serving of food 7.30 pm. Singing by Sally Hobbs. Contact Paul Hickton for more information on the phone number below

Phone: 07778 901191

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

Time: Thursday 13 August 7.00 pm

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

This month’s book: ‘No Angel’ by Penny Vincenzi.

Come and meet fellow bookworms

Snacks provided, all welcome

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

Time: Thursday 13 August 4.00 pm-11.00 pm

This is a ticketed event with profits going to the Mind charity

Join us for a day filled with laughter, music, pizza, beer, cocktails and memories.

Food and drink, raffles, party games live music and DJ.

Dress code orange/Italian

Venue: RSPB, The Lodge, Potton Road, Sandy SG19 2DL

Time: Tuesday 11 August, Wednesday 26 August – all sessions 10.00 am-11.30 am

 Children will be getting hands on, hunting for insects, finding out just what is hiding in the trees above them and under the logs below them and learning to identify what minibeasts they have discovered.  The Lodge is home to a huge range of amazing minibeasts from colourful jewel-like Ruby Tailed wasps to super speedy Tiger Beetles to Wolf spiders that actually jump onto their prey, yikes! A perfect adventure for children aged 4-11 years. Children under the age of 4 years are free to attend but the activity may not be suitable for them. All children must be accompanied by an adult.   Book on the website using the link below

Website: Minibeast Safari

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

Time: Sunday 9 August from 5.00 pm

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

Time: Sunday 9 August starts 4.00 pm

See poster at The Roundabout Club for further details

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

Time: Saturday 8 August starts 9.00 pm

DJ playing 90’s to 2000’s House Music

Venue: Rustle Up Cafe, 5 Blaydon Road, Sandy SG19 1RZ

Time: Saturday 8 August 7.00 pm-12,00 am

BBQ - Live DJ - Bingo - Karaoke

£10.00 ticket: BBQ Feast + a Round of Bingo, Live DJ and Karaoke

£20.00 ticket: everything above + 4 drink tokens (single spirits, bottled beers, draft beers or non-alcoholic alternatives).

BBQ tickets must be purchased in advance.

Venue: RSPB, The Lodge, Potton Road, Sandy SG19 2DL

Time: Start: Saturday 8 August 5.00 pm End: Sunday 9 August 10.00 am

Cost: £15.00-£36.00

For further details checkout their website

Website: RSPB The Lodge Events

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

Time: Saturday 8 August 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 from the website or by using the link below.

Website: Tickets for Men to Talk and Fish

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

Time: fortnightly quiz Friday 7 August 8.00 pm

£2.50 per person maximum of 6 per team

Cash prizes!

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

Time: Friday 7 August 8.00 pm

Tickets £10.00 per person

Hosted by Carl. A night of singing, dancing and bingo with a twist.

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

Time: meets Fridays: 7, 14, 21, 28 August

Visitors always welcome. Email for more information.

Email: Sandy Ukulele Group

Venue: RSPB, The Lodge, Potton Road, Sandy SG19 2DL

Time: Friday 7 August 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, this gentle, mindful session in the heart of the woodland invites you to awaken your senses, reduce stress, and experience the healing power of nature. Led by a certified guide from The Forest Bathing Institute, expect two hours of calm and mindfulness as you are immersed in the sights, sounds, scents and sensations of our beautiful nature reserve.

Website: Forest Bathing at The Lodge

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

Time; 9.00 am-4.00 pm each day or until crafts run out

Week 3

Tuesday 4 August – Summer Mobile and Swimming Rings

Wednesday 5 August – Jungle Fuzzy Art and Wooden Heart

Thursday 6 August – Dogman Spinning Wheel and Wooden Guitars

Friday 7 August – Spiderman and Super heroes

Week 4

Tuesday 11 August – Wooden Planes, Wooden Fairies and Castles

Wednesday 12 August – Unicorns and Bees

Thursday 13 August – Scooby Doo and The Mystery Machine and Minecraft

Friday 14 August – Fish Bowls and Paddington

Week 5

Tuesday 18 August – Rainbow Wind Chimes and Weather Chart

Wednesday 19 August – Supertatok Evil Pea and Carrot and Fuzzy Art Colouring

Thursday 20 August – The Solar System and Suns

Friday 21 August – Winnie the Pooh and Friends

Week 6

Tuesday 25 August – Fish Mobiles and Turtles

Wednesday 26 August – Wooden Lighthouses and Sandcastles

Thursday 27 August – Pirates and Pandas

Friday 28 August – Lollies and Sweets plus a packet of sweets for every child that comes in to craft

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

Time: every Wednesday 8.00 pm

Cost: Entry £2.00 per person, teams up to 6

Hosted by Ginger Tom

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

Time: 10.30 am-11.30 am Wednesdays: 5 August, 12 August, 19 August, 26 August

0-12 months only booking essential

email: sandy.childrenscentre@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk

Venue: Sandy Sports Centre (Astro) SG19 1BL

Time: week 4, 6, 11, 13 August 10.00 am-3.00 pm

Cost: £20.00 per person per session, ages 5-14

Use the links below for further information or to book.

Email: natasha@4cornercoaching.co.uk

Phone: 07957 980492

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

Time: Monday 3 August 11.30 am-12.30 pm

Cost: £3.00 per person

Come and join us for a friendly, inclusive walk designed to support physical and mental wellbeing and social connection. Open to people of all ages, abilities an fitness levels, making it a simple and welcoming way for everyone to be more active and to allow participants to go at their own pace.

For more information please call 01767 681872 or visit us in reception.

Venue: Bowls Pavilion, rear of Sandy Conservative Club Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: meets Mondays: 3, 10, 17 and 24 August 10.00 am-1.00 pm

 New members welcome – first visit free. Friendly, chatty group – come and have a go!

 Venue: RSPB, The Lodge, The Heath, Potton Road, Sandy SG19 2DL

Time: Sunday 2 August 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: Events at the RSPB

Venue: Sandy Football Club Bedford Road Park

Time: 9.30 am-3.30 pm

Week 2 - 4 August – 6 August

Week 3 - 11 August – 13 August

Week 4 - 25 August – 27 August

 Goal Getters Summer Football Camp in Partnership with Sandy Football Club. To book

Email: Sandy Football Club

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

Time: Saturday 1 August from 8.00 pm

Karaoke with Dan the Man

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

Time: Saturday 1 August competition starts 3.30 pm

See poster at The Roundabout Club for details

Venue: Stonecroft, High Street, Sandy SG19 1BB

Time: Saturday 1 August, Thursday 13 August, Saturday 5 September 10.30 am-12.00 pm

 Learn to grow your own food! Plant up your own salad planter to take home and grow.

 Free. No experience needed and everything is provided for you.

Please let us know if you plan to come along. Contact Mike using the telephone number below or email.

Email: Mike

Phone: 01234 832619

1 St Swithun’s Church Rooms, 30 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: first Saturday in the month, next meeting Saturday 1 August 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cost £2.00. Coffee, tea, cakes and chat.

2 Beeston Chapel School Room, 4 The Baulk, Beeston, Sandy SG19 1NR

Time: first Thursday of the month, next meeting Thursday 6 August10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cost: donation if you wish. Enjoy coffee, tea and a chat or play cards and board games.

3 Sandy Methodist Church, St Neots Road, Sandy SG19 1BP

Time: third Wednesday of the month, next meeting Wednesday 19 August

10.00 am-12.00 pm. A chance to enjoy a coffee and chat in the Church.

Cost: donation

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

Time: Saturday 1 August and 5 September 10.00 am-11.30 am – drop in session

A fun and friendly outdoor session for dads, grandads, stepdads, male carers and children 0-12 years Suggested donation of £1.00. cash for refreshments.

Venue: 2 Leeds Smith Drive, Sandy

Time: Saturday 1 August 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cakes, plants, books and bring & buy stalls, competitions and raffle.

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

Time: Friday 31 July 9.30 pm

Female vocalist singing pop and covers.

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

Time: Thursday 30 July 11.00 am-12.30 pm

0-5 years plus siblings, please bring lunch, blanket and teddy.

Venue: Brew and Renew, 28A High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Tuesday 28 July 7.00 pm-8.30 pm

Cost: £15.00 includes all materials

Join us for a beautiful evening of reflection, connection and creativity as we embrace the energy of this special moon.

Create your own rune stone (or two)

Relax with a warm drink in our cosy space

Take some time for yourself, slow down and reconnect.

Venue: Laburnum Forest School, Laburnum Primary School, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ

Time: Tuesday 28 July 1.30 pm-3.00 pm

Forest School session for SEND children aged 3-12 years of age plus siblings. Join us in this wonderful outside space. Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing. Booking essential.

Email: sandy.childrenscentre@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk

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

Time: Saturday 25 July 8.30 pm

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

Time: Saturday 25 July 7.45 pm start in the bar

A Night at the Races raising money for the British Heart Foundation and the Fire Fighter’s charity.

Venue: Rustle Up Cafe and Bar, 5 Blaydon Road, Sandy SG19 1RZ

Time Saturday 25 July 7.00 pm-12.00 am

Live DJ 70s-90s music