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

Easter Football Camp with 4Corner Coaching

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

Easter Baskets at Sandy Library

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

Easter Hunt around Sandy Library

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

Children's Club at the Library

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.

Easter Holiday Camp at Laburnum Primary School

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

Tayplay Children's Activity Camp at Sandy Leisure and Sports Centre

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

Pizza and Chat at St Swithun's Church

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.

Charity Race Night at The Queens

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

Easter Story Trail at Sandy Baptist Church

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)

Peter Rabbit and Jemima Puddleduck Crafts at Sandy Library

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

Jenny Joy Rock Chick at the Bell

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.

HKhitwrap at The Queens

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.

Evening of Belgium Beer Tasting at the Sir William Peel

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

Quiz Night at The Sir William Peel

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.

New Girl's Football Team at Sandy FC

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

Roundy Bingo

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

Time: Sunday 30 March 8.00 pm

Cost: £10.00 for 6 games, £3.00 bonus game at the end winner takes all

Mother's Day at The Queens

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

Time: Sunday 30 March 12.30 pm-4.00 pm

Cost: Roast Beef £15.00, Roast Pork £14.00

To book a table, book at the bar or via Facebook. Use the link below.

Facebook: Mother's Day Bookings

Mother's Day Menu at The Bell

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

Time: 30 March lunchtime

Menu available on Facebook

Book a table by phone using the link below, via Facebook or at the bar.

Facebook: Mother's Day Menu

Phone: 01767 448401

Funk Odyssey at The Roundy

Venue: The Roundabout Club

Time: Saturday 29 March 9.30 pm

A huge return for this outstanding band fresh from supporting Sister Sledge on her UK tour.

The Club Classic’s Specialist’s performing hit after hit from the golden era of funk, soul and disco.

Alternative Night at The Bell

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

Time: Saturday 29 March 8.00 pm

An Alternative Night with Storm Sound Entertainment

Michael King and Food Truck at The Sir William Peel

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

Time: Saturday 29 March

Michael King from 7.30 pm

Food van from 5.30 pm with The Dumpling Man and mouth watering dumplings

Charity Tea Party The Eve Appeal

Venue: First Sandy Scout Group, Scout Hall, Sunderland Road, Sandy SG19 1QY

Time: Saturday 29 March 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Charity Tea Party in aid of the Eve Appeal, a leading gynecological cancer charity.

Great British Spring Litter Pick with Sandy Town Council

Venue: Sunderland Road, Recreation Ground

Time: Saturday 29 March 10.00 am-11.30 am

Join Sandy Town Council for the Great British Litter Pick

 Meet at the Village Hall Car Park for instructions on the site for the litter pick.

  Gloves, litter pickers and black bags will be provided but you are free to bring your own. All are invited. Parents are encouraged to come along with their children.

King's Arms Petanque Club Open Day

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

Time: Saturday 29 March

 The only Petanque Club in Sandy. Just turn up or contact Gareth Thomas for details using the link below

Email: Gareth Thomas

Mother's Day Craft - Wooden Filigree Hearts at the Library

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

Time: Saturday 29 March 9.00 am-2.00 pm or until resources run out!

A special children’s craft activity.

True Colours at The Bell

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

Time: Friday 28 March 8.00 pm

Playing reggae and classic covers

Sandy Historical Society 'Bedfordshire Churches Part 2'

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

Time: Friday 28 March 7.30 pm

A talk on ‘Bedfordshire Churches Part 2’ by David Longman.

For further details use the phone link below

Phone: 01767 680171

Food Truck Fridays at The Bell

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

Time: Friday 28 March at 6.00 pm Food Truck Friday with Pecoro

East Bedfordshire Chamber Choir at St Swithun's Church

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

Time: Thursday 27 March 7.30 pm

Cost: tickets £12 on the door (cash preferred), refreshments available

Tap Take Over at the Sir William Peel

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

Time: Thursday 27 March

Indie Robble at the Old Stables Bar

The History of Shuttleworth House Sandy Library

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

Time: Tuesday 25 March 7.00 pm

Cost: £5.00 (concessions £3.00) tickets from Library staff

A talk on the History of Shuttleworth House. Find out about the people who lived and worked there and some hidden gems that were all part of this family home. Refreshments will be provided after the event when you will be able to ask questions of John Shipman who will be giving the talk.

SEND Stay & Play in your Own Way

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Tuesday 25 March 1.30 pm-3.00 pm - drop in session term time only

 A SEND Stay and Play session for children under 5 years of age with their parents. Parents welcome without children to attend for support and advice from our Early Years SEND team. For information and booking please use the link below.

Email: SEND Stay and Play

Nic Moyster at Sandy Conservative Club

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

Time: Sunday 23 March 4.00 pm

We are delighted to announce that Nic Moyster, the talented acoustic singer/songwriter will be performing at Sandy Conservative Club. Show your support for this talented musician.

Buccaneer at The Roundy

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

Time: Saturday 22 March 9.30 pm

This hugely popular local band will perform three full sets of greatest hits from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s.

Magenta Slipperz at The Bell

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

 Time: Saturday 22 March 8.30 pm

An Evening with Magenta Slipperz - Drag Artist and Musician

A night of drag, music and comedy.

Sandy Green Wheel Walk

Venue: Meet at the Community Stand in front of the Post Office

Time: Saturday 22 March 9.00 am

Collect a map of the route from Sandy Town Council staff before setting off. Dogs welcome.

To register for the walk please use one of the links below.

Email: Sandy Green Wheel Walk

Phone: 01767 681491

Fran Pegg at The Bell

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

Time: Friday 21 March 8.00 pm

Fran Pegg singing blues!

Quiz Night at The Four Horsemen

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

Time: Friday 21 March 8.00 pm

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

Leprosy Mission Quiz Evening

Venue: Sandy Scout HQ, Sunderland Road, Sandy SG19 1QY

Time: Friday 21 March 7.30 pm

Teams of up to 6 people. £3.00 per person. Refreshments on sale on the evening.

Book in advance in aid of the The Leprosy Mission

Phone: 01767 682032 (Colin Osborne)