AJ and the Hedz at The Bell

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

BBQ and VE Day 80 Celebration at Sandy Conservative Club

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

Time: Wednesday 21 May 6.00 pm

Cost: £5.00 per person

An event organised jointly between Sandy Conservative Club and The Royal British Legion.

Vintage Ruby performing LIVE

Crafty Minds at Sandy Village Hall

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

Time: Tuesday 20 May 7.00 pm-8.00 pm (first session)

Cost: entry £10.00

If you are someone who believes Art Therapy may be for you then come along to one of our sessions and meet people who are already using the power of art to make a difference.

Basic art supplies will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.

Popscene at the Roundy

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

Time: Saturday 17 May 9.30 pm

Britpop indie band, recreating some iconic British sounds

Beltempo's First Birthday Party

Venue: Beltempo Veterinary Centre, Unit 8, Gosforth Close, Sandy

Time: Saturday 17 May 10.00 am-2.00 pm

 Celebrate Beltempo’s First Birthday: raffle, guess the treats in the jar, physio stand, the chance to win a free pet massage. Free food samples from Hills (whilst stocks last)! A pet selfie booth – pictures will be uploaded to Facebook after. Why not pop down for a fun filled party! Pets also welcome.

Spring Fayre with Sandy District Guiding

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.

Castle Comedy at the Roundabout Club

Venue: Roundabout Club

 Time: Friday 16 May (time to be confirmed)

Live comedy featuring TV names and rising starts.

Facebook: Roundabout Club

Website: Roundabout Club

May contain nutz at The Bell

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

Time: Friday 16 May 8.00 pm

Party Rock Band

Sandy Ukelele Group Concert

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

Time: Friday 16 May 7.30 pm

Cost: tickets £6.00 - in aid of the Leprosy Mission

Tickets obtainable from Colin Osborne using the link below

Phone: Ukelele Group Concert

Pamper Evening

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

Stars on 45 with Rasoi 6 at The Sir William Peel

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

Time: Saturday 10 May 2.00 pm-10.00 pm

 A rare all day all vinyl treat. The Old Stables Bar and Bottle Shop will be open with Rasoi 6 food truck making a return visit.

Stone Cold Stumble at The Bell

Venue: The Bell

Time: Saturday 10 May 2.00 pm

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

Sandy Music Festival in Support of Embrace

Venues: Live music and events across a range of venues including The Queen’s Head, Sandy Conservative Club, Sandy Roundabout Club, The Bell and The Four Horsemen.

Supporting Embrace – raffle tickets available now!

Big Brekkie at Sandy Baptist Church

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

Time: Saturday 10 May 8.30 am-10.00 am

Cost: A Big Brekkie to raise money for Christian Aid Week

For further information contact Phil Vass using the links below

Email: Big Brekkie

Phone: Big Brekkie

Duo Play Sandy at Sandy Conservative Club

Venue: Function Hall, Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1El

Time: Friday 9 May doors open 7.30, event starts 8.00 pm

Cost: tickets £16.00

Amazing guitar phenomenons

Tickets from website – use the link below or through Noreen using the telephone link

Phone: 07791 315378

Website: Tickets

The Ouse Valley Singles Club at the Sir William Peel

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!

An Evening of Clairvoyance with Philip Kinsella

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.

Family Funfair

Venue: Family Funfair, Sunderland Road, Sandy SG19 1QY

Time: Thursday 8 May-Sunday 11 May weekdays from 5.00 pm, weekends from 2.00 pm

VE Day 80 Commemoration in Sandy

Date: Thursday 8 May

Time Schedule:

Morning Venue: Fayne’s Corner 9.00 am Flag Raising and Proclamation

Evening Venue: St Swithun’s Church

7.00 pm Flag Raising and Proclamation

7.10 pm National Bell Ringing

7.30 pm Church Service

8.40 pm Refreshments and Exhibition

9.00 pm Gather at Churchyard for Beacon Lighting

VE Day Celebration at Shires Funeral Directors

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

Time: Monday 5 May 12.00 am-2.00 pm

 Parents bring your children to play games from the 1940’s, enjoy a cupcake, and find out who has won our colouring competition. Bunting to colour from Sandy Library and Shires.

We look forward to seeing you.

Back to the Fifties at The Roundy

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

Time: Saturday 3 May 9.30 pm

Back to the 50’s, high energy rock and roll party band

Bottomless Brunch at The Roundy

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

Time: Saturday 3 May 1.30 pm-4.00 pm

Cost: ticket price £35.00 limited tickets available

Bottomless running time 90 minutes

Music from 80s and 90s.

Dance floor fillers

Dawn Chorus Walk at The Lodge (RSPB)

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

Time: Saturday 3 May 5.00 am

Limited space, for more info and tickets, visit RSPB Events

Kiss the Duck at The Bell

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

Time: Friday 2 May 8.00 pm

Classic covers from all decades

Baby Sign at Sandy Children's Centre

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)

Chattertots

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)

Sandy Spring Market

Venue: Sandy Market Square

Time: Sunday 27 April 10.00 am-5.00 pm

Spring Tree Walk at The RSPB

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

Time: Sunday 27 April 10.30 am

A nice wander around the reserve with memorable highlights.

For info and tickets, visit RSPB Events

The Lonely at the Roundy

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!

John David at Sandy Conservative Club

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

Stevie Daniels & The Wranglers at The Bell

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

Time: Saturday 26 April 8.00 pm

Royal Thursday at The Sir William Peel

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

Time: Saturday 26 April 7.30 pm

Five piece cover band playing 60’s to modern day.

Open Mic Night at The Four Horsemen

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

Time: Saturday 26 April from 7.00 pm onwards

Free entry

Police Engagement at Sandy Market Square

Venue: Market Square, Sandy

Time: Saturday 26 April 3.00 pm-5.00 pm

PC Lace will be in the Market Square for 30 minutes before patrolling the town!

An opportunity to raise any concerns.

Nearly New/Jumble Sale with Sandy Guild

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

Time: Saturday 26 April 11.00 am-2.00 pm

Nearly new/jumble sale for men, women and children, bric-a-brac, jewellery, accessories and shoes

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

Bluey Craft at Sandy Library

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

Cake, Coffee & Bikes at Hashtag Mechanic Ltd

Venue: Hashtag Mechanic Ltd, Brook End, Sandy SG19 2QS

Time: Saturday 26 April 10.00 am-2.00 pm

 Free event open to all. A place to hang out and have a chat with us and other bikers.

Kelly's Heroes at The Bell

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

Time: Friday 25 April 8.00 pm

Classic rock, roll covers

St Neots - One Day in 1949 Sandy Historical Society

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

Time: Friday 25 April 7.30 pm

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

 A talk on ‘St Neots – One day in 1949. An illustrated talk by Rodney Todman

For further details use the phone link below

Phone: 01767 680171

Chocolate Bingo with Friends of Maple Tree Primary School

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

Sandy Rollers

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.

Baby Days

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)

Vintage Ruby at Sandy Conservative Club

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.

Games and Pizza Night at Pecoro

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.

Spring Family Trail at The RSPB

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

Time: daily until Monday 21 April

Grab a sheet for only £3.00 either at the Visitor Centre or the Shop. Complete the trail finding all the clues and get your Badge of Honour!

Easter Sunday Service at St Swithun's Church

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

Time: Easter Sunday 20 April 10.00 am

 Our three services will be combined into one special Holy Communion at 10.00 am for Easter Sunday, to celebrate our Lord’s resurrection. Followed by an Easter egg hunt!

Easter Sunday Breakfast at Sandy Methodist Church

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

Time: Join us for a special Easter Sunday breakfast at 9.30 am prior to our 10.30 am morning worship service.

Sunrise Communion with St Swithun's Church

Venue: Meet at the top of Cambridge Road to walk to the Pinnacle to commemorate Christ’s resurrection and pray for the Sandy community.

Time: Easter Sunday 20 April 5.45 am

Free State Revolution at The Roundy

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!

Poker Tournament at Sandy Conservative Club

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.

The Sandy Sponge Off at The Bell

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

Easter Magic with the Raw Divas at The Bell

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.

Craft Your Own Spring Bird at The Lodge (RSPB)

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

Time: Saturday 19 April 10.30 am

For more information and tickets see RSPB Events

Bird Watching for Beginners at The Lodge

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

Time: Saturday 19 April

For further information and to book use the link below:

Website: Bird Watching for Beginners at The Lodge

St George's Day Castle and Dragon's Craft at Sandy Library

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

Raw Divas Live at The Bell

Venue: The Bell

Time: Friday 18 April from 8.00 pm

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

Churches Together in Sandy and Beeston Walk of Witness

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.

Maundy Thursday with St Swithun's Church

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

Time: Thursday 17 April 7.00 pm

A service of Holy Communion during which we remember Jesus washing his disciples’ feet.

Easter Fuzzy Art and Colouring at Sandy Library

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

Come and Explore at St Swithun's Church

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

Easter Messy Church at St Swithun's

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!

Easter Basket and Rabbit Activity at Sandy Library

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

Mindfit Session at Sandy Children's Centre

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.

Easter Crowns at Sandy Library

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

Sandy Women's Institute with Deirdre Hanna

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.

Flower Workshop at Sandy Flower Club

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

Mayor's Civic Service at St Swithun's Church

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

Time: Sunday 13 April 3.00 pm

Uche Eke at the Roundy

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.

Race Night at 1st Sandy Scout Group

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

Rock n Roll Bingo at The Four Horsemen

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.

Book Signing with Phil Hutson at The Four Horsemen

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’.

Easter Scratch Art and Baskets at Sandy Library

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

Sandy Historical Research Group Exhibition

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.

Appy days X at The Bell

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!

Cheese Night with Storm Sound Entertainment at The Bell

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

Time: Friday 11 April 8.00 pm

Lent Lunches at the Baptist Church

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

Easter Wreath and Chicken in Egg Activity Sandy Library

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

Easter Cards and Flowers at Sandy Library

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

Leprosy Fund Raising Dinners at the China Express

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

Easter Chick, Minions and Bug Fuzzy Art at Sandy Library

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