Pizza and Chat at St Swithun's Church

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

Time: 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.

Communication Tots

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Wednesday 25 February 10.00 am-11.00 am

A three week course for non-verbal children aged 18 months to 3 years delivered by Early Years SEND team and Children’s Centre staff. Contact Children’s Centre for additional details.

Booking required by email

Email: Sandy Children's Centre

Men Only Yoga and Pilates Classes

Venue: St Swithun’s VC Primary School, Ivel Road, Sandy SG19 1AX

Time: 5 week block starts 24 February Tuesdays 7.45 pm, spaces limited to 12 people

Cost: £37.50

Telephone to make a booking using the link below.

Phone: 07766 805078

Childminder's Group at Sandy Children's Centre

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

Time: second and fourth Monday of each month. 10.00 am -11.30 am

For childminders and children in their care from Sandy and surrounding villages. Drop in session including school holidays. For information and booking please use the link below

Email: Daisy Oatham

Sunday Roast at The Queen's Head

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

Time: Sunday 22 February 12.30 pm-4.00 pm

Roast Lamb, Chicken Supreme, Vegetarian Option available

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

Facebook: Sunday Roast

Max Headroom at the Roundy

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

Time: Saturday 21 February 9.30 pm

 The legends are back! Rock out to 90’s and 00’ hits, plus a few classic surprises. Don’t miss it.

Men's Chatter Group at Sandy Library

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

Time: Fridays 10.00 am 12.00 pm

Baby Sensory Group at Sandy Library

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

Time: every Tuesday and Friday morning 9.30 am-10.30 am, term time only.

   Come along and play with our new sensory toys. We have a sensory tent with a solar mood light. We have sensory scarves, tambourines, baby tummy mats and sensory toys. The light in the corner of the library is turned off to make a calming atmosphere.

Rhyme Time at Sandy Library

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

Time: Thursday afternoons between 2.30 pm and 3.00 pm, term time only.

Come along and join Laura with songs and rhymes.

Bumps, Birth and Baby Stuff

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Thursday 19 February 9.00 am-5.00 pm

  Antenatal class for parent-to-be from 30 weeks pregnant. Come and find out about labour, feeding, caring for your baby and preparing for family life. Facilitated by midwife, Children’s Centre staff and Baby Friendly team.

  Booking required by clicking the link below. Please book one place per person attending. Please bring a lunch.

Website: Eventbrite

Ash Wednesday at St Swithun's Church

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

Time: Wednesday 18 February 10.30 am and 7.30 pm

Begin the season of Lent by receiving the sign of the cross in ash on your forehead

Half Term Outdoor Play Session for All

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

Time: Wednesday 18 February 10.00 am-11.30 am

 Outdoor play session for children up to 12 years. Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing, Entrance is via school car park

Booking required using the link below.

Email: Sandy Children's Centre

Pancake Party at St Swithun's Church

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

Time: Tuesday 17 February 4.30 pm-6.00 pm

St Swithun’s Church invites you to a Pancake Party! Games, activities, pancakes and toppings galore whilst also preparing the ashes for Ash Wednesday. All Welcome!

Bumps 2 Babes

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.

Self Weigh at Sandy Children's Centre

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. A member of staff will be available should you have any questions or concerns.

4 Corner Coaching February Half-Term Football

Venue: Sandy Sports Centre (Astro) SG19 1BL

Time: Tuesday 17 February and Thursday 19 February 10.00 am-3.00 pm

Cost: £18.00 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

February Half-Term Activities in Sandy Library

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

Tuesday 17 February Chinese New Year Cards and a Dragon Craft

Wednesday 18 February Heart Colour in Wreaths and Hey Duggee

Thursday 19 February Elmer Mobile and Jungle Animal Bookmarks

Friday 20 February Lady Bug Crowns and Tigers

Throughout half-term Pokemon Hunt around the Library.

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

Sandy Women's Institute with Adam Smith

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

Time: Tuesday 17 February 10.00 am

    AGM followed by Adam Smith. He will be talking to us about ‘The Scandalous Life of Idina Sackville (1893-1955)’. Idina Sackville’s five marriages and many lovers caused much gossip between the 1920’s and 1950’s. She is still remembered today as part of the “Happy Valley Set” in Kenya and as the model for Nancy Mitford’s “The Bolter”. However, her life is more than scandal and she shines a light on changing aristocratic attitudes to marriage after the First World War.

Kitchen Disco Band at The Roundy

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

Time: Saturday 14 February 9.30 pm

60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, 00s soul, funk, disco, covers.

Nitrous Sounds and DJ Lee Karaoke at The King's Arms

Venue: The King’s Arms, 27 London Road, Sandy SG19 1HA

Time: Saturday 14 February

Valentine's Day at Pecoro

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

Time: Friday 14 February from 9.00 am

Couples Breakfast Deal 9.00 am-11.00 am

2 coffees 2 small breakfasts £14.00

Lunchtime 12.00 pm-2.00 pm

any pizza, drink and cannoli £14.00

Evening Meal 5.00 pm-7.00 pm

Starter to share, 2 pizzas, 2 tiramisu or gelato sundaes £41.00

Special cocktail menu available from 3.00 pm

Live music with Emma Brown singing your favourite love songs 6.30 pm-9.00 pm

Introducing Solids

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Friday 13 February 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

Ehlers-Danlos Support UK Group Meeting at Sandy Library

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

Time: Tuesday 10 February 1.00 pm-3.00 pm

Ehlers-Danlos is a genetic condition.

Do you need support?

Do you know someone with the condition?

Would you like to know more about the condition?

 All are welcome! Refreshments are provided. The sessions aims to be supportive with lots of resources available for those who need it. To find out more use the link below:

Website: Ehlers-Danlos Support

RSPB Winter Tree ID Workshop

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

Time: Sunday 8 February 10.00 am-3.30 pm

 Join the knowledgeable Andrew Holtham, author of ‘Identifying Trees in Winter’ for this all day event to develop your tree identification skills. Further details from the website.

Website: Tree Identification

The Trent Sisters at The Roundy

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

Time: Saturday 7 February 7.30 pm-midnight, doors open 7.00 pm

 Get ready for a fabulous, high energy night of laugher, sass and pure entertainment with the Trent Sisters. Three dazzling drag queens bring you a show you will not forget.

Booking online only, members £10.00, visitors £12.00 Get tickets from the Roundabout Club Facebook page or use the link below:

Facebook: Tickets

Caribbean Night at The King's Arms

Venue: The King’s Arms, 27 London Road, Sandy SG19 1HA

Time: Friday 6 February food served 6.00 pm-9.00 pm

Bingo Night at Sandy Conservative Club

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

Time: Thursday 5 February 7.30 pm

 £10.00 for 6 games plus a bonus game for £3.00. Cash only

Non members may be signed in for a fee of £2.00

Valentine Art Club at Pecoro

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

Time: Monday 2 February 6.00 pm-8.00 pm

Cost: £25.00 per person includes antipasti sharing buffet, soft drink and dessert. Choose between either terracotta pot painting or ceramic hanging heart painting (2 each).

 Special Valentine’s Cocktail menu will be available. Booking required. Use the link below or call in the restaurant.

Phone: 01767 683259

Candlemas Christingle St Swithun's Church

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

Time: Sunday 1 February 10.00 am

All welcome!

Lia Gray at The Roundy

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

 Time: Saturday 31 January 9.30 pm

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

The Alrite Jimmy'z at The Bell

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

Time: Saturday 31 January 8.30 pm til late

80’s classics, good vibes and a proper end to January, see you there.

First Aid for Parents

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Saturday 31 January 9.00 am-11.30 am

  A first aid course for new parents, covering CPR, choking, burns, scalds and childhood illness. £10.00 cash per adult non-refundable to be paid at time of booking to secure a place. Adults only please due to space restrictions.

Booking required via email

Email: Sandy Children's Centre

Mrs Smith 'Comedy Act' at The Roundy

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

Time: Friday 30 January 9.30 pm

Chattertots

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

A 3 week speech, language, and communication course for children aged 18 months to 3 years.

Times: week 1 online 27 January 10.00 am-11.00 am

Week 2 face to face 3 February 1.30 pm-3.00 pm

Week 3 face to face 10 February 1.30 pm-3.00 pm

 Strategies to help support a child’s early language skills. Please note – week 1 is online and weeks 2 and 3 are face to face at the Children’s Centre. All 3 sessions must be attended. Booking required by email.

Email: Sandy Children's Centre

The Soul Man at Sandy Conservative Club

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

Time: Saturday 24 January 8.30 pm

The Soul Man is back!

Guests may be signed in for a fee of £5.00

Big Garden Bird Watch at St Swithun's Church

Venue: St Swithun’s Churchyard, 30 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Saturday 24 January 1.30 pm-3.00 pm

Come and enjoy tea, coffee and hot chocolate, with activities for children.

Bird watching in a peaceful churchyard setting.

Hit Wrap at The Bell

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

Time: Friday 23 January and Saturday 31 January

Classic Hong Kong street food!

MP Richard Fuller Meeting at Sandy Conservative Club

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

 Time: Friday 23 January 6.00 pm-7.30 pm

Pop along and hear Richard’s views and ask any questions.

Police Engagement at Sandy Village Hall

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

Time: Saturday 17 January 3.00 pm-3.45 pm

An opportunity to raise any concerns with the police.

Onion Loft Community Garden with Sandy Town Council

Venue: Sandy Town Council Offices, 10 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE

Time: Saturday 17 January 11.00 am-12.00 am

Learn more about the new Onion Loft Community Garden and share ideas.

Annual Poker Tournament at Sandy Conservative Club

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

Time: Sunday 11 January 4.00 pm start

Annual Poker Tournament in aid of Mesothelioma UK

Cost: £20 per person, £5 of which will be donated to Mesothelioma UK

In Memory of Gary White

Sandy Night Owls WI

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

Time: Wednesday 7 January 7.30 pm-9.30 pm

Friendly group with varied programme.

Email: Sandy Night Owls WI

Baby Days

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: 6 week course starting Wednesday 7 January 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: sandy.childrenscentre@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk

Coffee Mornings in Sandy in January

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

Time: first Saturday in the month, next meeting Saturday 4 January 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 2 January10.00 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 15 January

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

Cost: donation

New Year's Eve at The Queen's Head

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

Time: Wednesday 31 December

Cost: tickets £5.00 from the bar - includes first drink

Karaoke and Cocktails at the King's Arms

Venue: King’s Arms, 27 London Road, Sandy SG19 1HA

Time: New Year’s Eve

Join us for karaoke and cocktails

Probable Cause at The Bell New Year's Eve

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

Time: Wednesday 31 December 8.00 pm

Cost: ticket only event £5.00, tickets from the bar and include one free drink, cash only

Entertainment provided by Probable Cause

Billy Lee is Tom Jones at The Conservative Club

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

Time Wednesday 31 December 9.00 pm

Billy Lee performs a variety of classic hits, finishing off with his outstanding tribute to Sir Tom Jones

New Year's Eve Celebration at The Roundy

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

Time: Wednesday 31 December doors open from 7.30 pm, band 9.30 pm, last entry 10.00 pm

Cost: members £15.00, non-members £20.00 – tickets available at the bar.

Tickets include buffet, raffle and big screen countdown, bar open till 1 am.

Ring in the New Year with The Revivals – a fantastic 5 piece band playing hits from the 60s to the 00s, plus plenty of soul and Motown classics!

New Year's Eve Party at Rustle Up Cafe

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

Time: 31 December live DJ from 7.00 pm- 1.00 am

Cost: £10.00 per ticket

Celebrate under the fireworks, with buffet and a glass of fizz at midnight

New Year's Celebration at Sir William Peel

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

Time: Wednesday 31 December

New Year’s Eve Party with Quiz and Games

Music, Fun, Buffet – ticket only – pre-book your table at the bar at £5.00

maximum 8 tables

Christmas Bingo at The Roundy

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

Time: Thursday 4 December, Tuesday 9 December, Thursday 18 December and Sunday 28 December

Join us for a fun-filled night you won’t want to miss with new Jackpot Rollover

Cash only – money in, money out

Christmas Day at The Queen's Head

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

Time: Thursday 25 December 12.00 pm-2.00 pm

Join us for a Christmas drink!

Christmas Day Family Eucharist at St Swithun's Church

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

Time: Christmas Day 10.00 am

Leave the turkey roasting while you celebrate Christmas in church during this joyful service of Holy Communion.

Christmas Day Service at Sandy Baptist Church

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

Time: Thursday 25 December 10.00 am