Dates announced for when live music will return to Blackpool's Stanley Park bandstand

Take a look at some of the things take place this spring on the Fylde coast.

Blackpool’s Stanley Park bandstand is back for the summer

The spring and summer season of music at Blackpool’s Stanley Park bandstand is back for another year on May 10.

The weekly Sunday sessions continue every Sunday through until August 31, with all sessions running from 1pm through until 4.30pm and all free to enjoy.

The 18 shows will feature nearly 40 musicians and first up are Dayz Gone with Electro 90s. Hit For Six, Abba Tribute and Pat Sharp Boys feature on May 17, Circus and One Knight Only the following week and Elvis Rocks The Park and Prime Movers on May 31.

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Community First set launches new name and activities

The former Fleetwood-based Volunteer Centre Wyre service has a new name, a new home and has expanded its activities.

Now renamed Community First, the team is based at 1 Lord St, Fleetwood FY7 6DX after an official relaunch on Friday April 17.

This re-branding includes the former Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde Volunteer Centre and the local team, coinciding with the launch of a weekly wellbeing group.

From Monday April 20, a new group 'Fleetwood Friends' offers an opportunity to meet new people, join in with bingo, crafts or just relax with a brew.

For further information, contact the team on 01253 301004 or by email at [email protected] and visit Community First Wyre.

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Proposals for new dog grooming salon

Proposals to open a dog grooming salon from the garage of a residential house have been lodged with Blackpool planners.

The business would be run from a property at 85 North Park Drive.

The applicants say the salon's proposed opening hours would be from 9.30am to 4pm and the number of clients per day would be approximately six, depending on the size of the dog.

Customers would access the garage through the garden which has a gate directly in front of the driveway, which has parking for three vehicles.

Appliances used would be a hair dryer and a bath, while the walls would be soundproofed.

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Coastguard Association visits Fleetwood

HM Coastguard Fleetwood recently welcomed a visit from the Coastguard Association, the charity supporting Coastguard personnel and their families.

The group arrived by campervan and spent the weekend touring key Fylde coast locations. Starting at South Pier, they met HM Coastguard Lytham before visiting RNLI Blackpool and continuing through Cleveleys to Fleetwood.

The visit included a demonstration by Knott-End Coastguard Rescue Team. Crews said the day showcased the range of coastal search and rescue resources across the Fylde coast.

The Coastguard Association supports volunteers and staff in times of need, offering practical and financial help to those involved in the UK’s maritime emergency service.

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Community invited for a knit and natter

Knit and natter is a free friendly group at Fleetwood Library in North Albert Street on Tuesdays.

Bring your current project and have a natter while you work, share ideas and socialise.

It starts at 10am and beginners are welcome. And it's absolutely free.

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Reconnect with nature

Reconnecting with nature can positively impact our wellbeing.

Slowing down and noticing the sights, sounds and smells of the seaside is a well-known method of helping lift the mood.

The Bay - A Blueprint for Recovery is the coastal branch of The Wildlife Trusts' award-winning well being service and runs a series of free coastal nature sessions to get people outside in a safe and relaxed environment.

They take place at Preesall and Knott End on Mondays, Rossall Point Observation Tower on Tuesdays and Wyre Estuary County Park on Fridays.

Pre-registration is essential.

More information can be found at www.thebay.org.uk/our-hubs/wyre or contact Mike at 07927551380 or [email protected] to register for the above sessions on 07927551380 or e-mail [email protected]

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Join Fleetwood parkrun

Fleetwood Parkrun takes place every Saturday at 9am and it's free to take part.

It's a great way to run with others in a friendly atmosphere and improve health and fitness.

Meet at the Marine Hall and you can walk, jog or run.

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Library art session open to all

Fun art sessions take place at Knott End Library every Monday from 1pm to 3pm.

These sessions are free to attend and are a fantastic way to meet new people and make new friends.

Anyone can show up to the Lancaster Road venue and have a go - no need to book.

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Bargain hunters invited to explore carboot

Norcross Car Boot Sale is open every week but not just the weekends.

The huge market is on Wednesday as well as Saturday and Sunday.

With its hundreds of stalls and unbeatable bargains, it's a great day out for the whole family.

For sellers, it opens at 6.30am at weekends, and at 7.30am for buyers.

And on Wednesday, 10am for sellers and 11am for buyers.

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Singing group add extra session to schedule

The Harmony & Health Singers are adding an extra session to their popular group.

They are now also meeting at the Cleveleys Park Methodist Church, West Drive, each Tuesday at 10.30am.

Participants needn't worry if they think they can't sing, as organisers say it's just as much about fun and making friends.

The first week is free then it will be £2 per session to cover room hires and brews.

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U2 tribute act visiting Fylde coast

A popular U2 tribute band who originally formed on the Fylde coast back in the 1990s are performing in Blackpool this weekend.

U-Zu have re-grouped for a special get-together gig at the Waterloo Music Bar on Sunday April 26, appearing on stage from 5pm.

Drummer Alan Smith will be joined by guitarist John Brown (performing as The Edge), Gavin Pryor on bass (Adam Clayton), singer Brian Ball (Bono) and supplemented by keyboard ace Joe Oban.

Alan said: "We can't wait to perform these great songs again."

Doors open at 3pm and tickets cost £12 on the door or £10 via the See Tickets website.

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Two storey expansion plan in Cleveleys

Planners at Wyre Council have approved proposals to construct a two-storey side extension, a single-storey rear extension, and a front porch at 24 Knowle Avenue in Cleveleys.

The planning officer stated, in a delegated report: "The proposed two-storey side extension would project out from the southern elevation and forma prominent feature of the street scene.

"However, it would incorporate a hipped roof set down from the existing ridge, therefore it would not appear overbearing or excessive in bulk or scale.

"As such it would not cause visual harm or be visually detrimental to the character of the surrounding area.”

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Meet the author event

A St Annes writer will be talking about his new book at a ‘Meet The Author’ event at the town’s Mirrie Dancer cafe this Sunday, April 26.

Robert Dunn’s Love Changes A Man is a true story of how he fell in love with a young Iranian woman.

He met Sedigheh Salahi by chance in the summer of 1984 and they have now been married for 40 years.

All proceeds go to Trinity Hospice and it is available at bookshops in Lytham and St Annes as well as via Amazon.

The Mirrie Dancer event runs from 1pm to 3.30pm.

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New stage show coming to St Annes

St Annes-based play writing team Leo Appleton and Rob Fearn are bringing a new work to the stage of the Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish Centre next month.

The Second Coming, to be performed by the Centre’s own dramatic company players, is the follow-up to the previous work The Trinity by the duo who also have several pantomimes performed locally and elsewhere to their name.

It is being staged on the evenings of May 15 and 16 at 7.30pm and admission will,be £10, with the play suitable for over-12s.

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Tickets on sale for Blackpool Cricket Club Festival

Tickets are now on sale for this year’s Blackpool Cricket Club Festival, being held at the Stanley Park ground on Saturday, August 29.

The line-up is still to be announced but as the family event - billed as the ‘Party on the Pitch’ - has sold out for the last three years, early application is advised.

Running from noon until 9.30pm, with last entry at 6pm, it will feature live music, a fairground, bouncy castle, face painter, food court, outside bars, VIP area and so much more.

Fund raised go to the club and ticket details are at www.skiddle.com/e/41333313.

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Vaccination drop-in event for mums to be

A vaccination drop-in clinic is being held at Blackpool Victoria Hospital over three days for those who need them during pregnancy.

The sessions will be held in the Women and Children's Unit at the Vic between 8.30am and 3.30pm on Monday, April 20 (appointments and walk in), Tuesday, April 21 (walk in only) and Wednesday, April 22 (appointments and walk in).

Women who require the vaccinations are asked to speak to their midwife if you have any questions and full information about vaccinations in pregnancy is at www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/vaccinations/

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Annual car carnival is back

Wrea Green’s annual Car Carnival, set on the village green, takes place on Sunday, April 26 from 1 to 3pm.

The annual event showcases a mix of veteran, vintage, classic and exotic vehicles, all in support of Trinity Hospice. Last year the event raised £8,635 for the charity.

Motor fans cane also look out for Lytham Car Show, which will run on Lytham Green on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21.

Last year, the show was attended by over 1,200 display vehicles and around 8,000 visitors - raising over £34,000 for Rosemere Cancer Foundation.

The annual event showcases a mix of veteran, vintage, classic and exotic vehicles, all in support of Trinity Hospice. Last year the event raised £8,635 for the charity.

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Fylde Mayor charity night

Fylde mayor Coun Frank Andrews is hosting a charity social event on Thursday, April 30.

The event at the Town Hall in St Annes, will run from 7pm to 8.30pm and include entertainment from a pianist and singer, alomg with a quiz and raffle.

It’s to raise funds for Coun Andrews’ three mayoral charities – SSAFA the Armed Forces charity, Release International, supporting Christians around the world persecuted for their faith, and Trinity Hospice.

For ticket details, call 01253 658505. or email [email protected]

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Singing group looking for new members

Did you know that there's a singing group that meets once a week in Fleetwood?

Singing is a great way to relieve stress and the sessions at the Marine Hall are every Tuesday from 1.30pm to 3pm.

It's a great way to meet new friends and sing songs you love and no experience is necessary.

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Fun group for creatives

Poulton Creative Crafters meet every Thursday from 1.30pm to 4pm at Poulton Library on Blackpool Old Road.

The community group features a wide variety of exciting arts and crafts in a friendly welcoming group.

All materials are provided, free to attend and there's no need to book, just turn up.

It's for over 18s and is dementia friendly.Walking netball provides slower paced sessions that help improve your fitness and mobility in a relaxed setting.

Sessions take place every Monday from 11am to noon at Thornton Health and Fitness Centre.