09/01 - 09/06   Traveling Vietnam Wall Memorial
Location: Custenborder Field, Sidney
The Traveling Vietnam Wall Memorial stands as a reminder of the great sacrifices made during the Vietnam War. The wall is a 3/5 scale of the Vietnam Memorial in Washington DC, it stands 6' feet tall at the center and covers almost 300' from end to end.
Contact: Shelby County Historical Society   Phone: 498-1653   Email: shelbyhistory@embarqmail.com
09/01 - 09/12   The Healing Field
Location: Custenborder Field, Sidney
The Healing Field is a unique opportunity to honor our heroes who have served, or are currently serving in our military, as well as Firefighters, Law Enforcment, EMS & First Reponders. Proceeds will be used to host the Traveling Vietnam Wall Memorial. Flags may be purchased by contacting the Shelby County Historical Society. Also visit www.healingfield.org
Contact: Shelby County Historical Society   Phone: 937-498-1653   Email: shelbyhistory@embarqmail.com
Web Link: www.shelbycountyhistory.org
09/05   Shelby County 5K Tour - Running Raider 5K
Location: Russia School - 9:00 A.M.
Join the 2010 5K Tour - Run at least 6 of the 12 races and receive a custome made Shelby County 5K Tour medal. Open to walker/runners of all ages, with 12 age groups for points and medals.
Contact: Angie Heaton   Phone: 937-526-5490   Email: Heaton.a@rhodesstate.edu
Web Link: www.shelbycounty5ktour.com
09/09   Reliving the Vietnam War: Tales of Courage and Sacrifice
Location: Ross Historical Center, 201 N. Main Street, Sidney
Come and listen to Vietnam veterans from our community as they share their stories. The evening begins at 7:00 P.M.
Contact: Shelby County Historical Society   Phone: 937-498-1653
Web Link: www.ShelbyCountyHistory.org
09/10 - 09/12   Shelby County Applefest
Location: Downtown Sidney
This Annual event features Entertainment, Craft Show, Farmer's Market, Quilt Show, Queen Contest, Woodcarvers Show, Car Show, Laser Light Show, Apple Cook-off, Grown in Shelby County Contest, Teen & Children's areas, Corn Hole Tournament, Photo Contest, Food Vendors, Parade, and much more.
Contact: Applefest Committee   Phone: 937-492-9122   Email: info@shelbyapplefest.com
Web Link: www.shelbyapplefest.com
09/11   Shelby County 5K Tour - YMCA Applefest 5K
Location: Sidney-Shelby County YMCA - 8:30 A.M.
Join the 2010 5K Tour - Run at least 6 of the 12 races and receive a custome made Shelby County 5K Tour medal. Open to walker/runners of all ages, with 12 age groups for points and medals.
Contact: Sam Casalano   Phone: 937-492-9622   Email: scasalano@sidney-ymca.org
Web Link: www.shelbycounty5ktour.com
09/11   Vietnam War Exhibit - Opening
Location: Ross Historical Center, 201 N. Main Street, Sidney
What was it like to serve in the rice paddies of Vietnam? Come and learn about Sidney's heroes of the Vietnam War.
Contact: Shelby County Historical Society   Phone: 937-498-1653
Web Link: www.ShelbyCountyHistory.org
09/17 - 09/19   Lake Loramie Fall Festival
Location: Lake Loramie State Park
A weekend of fun for the entire family! Come see the crafts and exhibits, stroll through the farmer's market and enjoy the live entertainment and food!
Contact: Lake Loramie State Park Office   Phone: 937-295-2011
09/18   Air Fair
Location: Sidney Municipal Airport - 14833 Sidney-Plattsville Road

09/19   2010 Shelby County Farm Tour
Location: Northern Shelby County - Anna * Botkins
The Shelby County Drive-it-Yourself Farm tour is a wonderful way for you and your family to see the amazing family run farms in our area. Tour includes free refreshments, demonstrations and maps to all the farms. Watch for details the week of September 13 in the Sidney Daily News. Come out and enjoy a day down on the farm.
Contact: Shelby County Farm Bureau   Phone: 1-877-775-7642
10/02   The Great Sidney Farmer's Market - Closing Day
Location: Shelby County Courtsquare
Don't miss the last chance of the season to visit The Great Sidney Farmer's Market.
Contact: Cindy Stangel, Director of Downtown Sidney   Phone: 937-492-9122   Email: cstangel@sidneyshelbychamber.com
10/16   " A Run to Remember" 1st. Annual 5K Walk/Run
Location: Dorothy Love Campus, 3003 W. Cisco Road, Sidney
Walk or Run the flat and fast course on the beautiful Dorothy Love Campus. Bring the family, stroller, wheelchairs & wagons welcome. Chip timing, on-line results and photos provided by Speedy-Feet. Proceeds to benefit: The Miami Valley Chapter of the Alzheimer's Assoc. serving Shelby County.
Contact: Mary Moyer   Phone: 937-497-6550
Web Link: www.speedy-feet.com
10/17   Shelby County 5K Tour - Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Location: Tawawa Park, Sidney - 9:00 A.M.
Join the 2010 5K Tour - Run at least 6 of the 12 races and receive a custome made Shelby County 5K Tour medal. Open to walker/runners of all ages, with 12 age groups for points and medals.
Contact: Eileen Boeckman   Phone: 937-295-3347   Email: boeckman@nktelco.net
Web Link: www.shelbycounty5ktour.com
10/21 - 10/23   Ghost Tours of Downtown Sidney
Location: Ross Historical Center, 201 North Main Street, Sidney
The tours will begin at the Ross Historical Center at 7:00 p.m. Our spooky tour continues for a third year of eerie stories and haunted buildings. New places and new characters this year. Please contact the Shelby County Historical Society for ticket information.
Contact: Shelby County Historical Society   Phone: 937-498-1653
Web Link: www.ShelbyCountyHistory.org
10/23   Kids Fall Festival
Location: Shelby County Courtsquare
Free children's festival. Costume judging contest, trick or treating at the downtown merchants, free activities at the Amos Memorial Library. Hours are 10:00a.m.-1:00p.m.
Contact: Cindy Stangel, Director or Downtown Sidney   Phone: 937-492-9122   Email: cstangel@sidneyshelbychamber.com
11/18   Home for the Holidays Christmas Dinner
Location: Ross Historical Center, 201 N. Main Street, Sidney
Doors open at 6:30 P.M. - Please contact the Shelby County Historical Society for ticket information.
Contact: Shelby County Historical Society   Phone: 937-498-1653   Email: shelbyhistory@embarqmail.com
Web Link: www.shelbycountyhistory.org
11/19   Winter Wonderland Parade & Lighting Ceremony
Location: Downtown Sidney on the Courtsquare
The perfect start to the holiday season! At 6:30 p.m. the Lighting Ceremony begins on the Shelby County Courtsquare followed by the parade welcoming Santa to town at 7:30 p.m.
Contact: Cindy Stangel, Director of Downtown Sidney   Phone: 937-492-9122   Email: cstangel@sidneyshelbychamber.com
11/25   4th Annual Turkey Trot
Location: First Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Miami Ave., Sidney
This non-competitive race/walk begins at 8:30 am. This event is open to all ages and abilities. Please bring a non-perishable food item for our local food banks.
Contact: First Presbyterian Church   Phone: 937-492-4597
12/04   Christmas of Yesteryear
Location: Ross Historical Center
Enjoy the beauty of the Ross Center decorated for the Holiday season. Children are able to make several crafts for Free. Other activities will be announced at a later date.
Contact: Shelby County Historical Society   Phone: 937-498-1659
Web Link: www.ShelbyCountyHistory.org
12/04   Village Christmas
Location: Village of Jackson Center

Web Link: www.jacksoncenter.com
12/04   Christmas Concert - The Swing Era Band
Location: First Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Miami Ave., Sidney
Enjoy an evening of traditional holiday music featuring The Swing Era Band. Bring the whole, the music begins at 7:00 pm.
Contact: First Presbyterian Church   Phone: 937-492-4597
03/26   Music Matters Spring Recital
Location: Masonic Temple, 303 East Poplar Street, Sidney
The Music Matters Recital features the community’s young musicians displaying their talents. Music Matters gives area youth the opportunity to create music and demonstrate their talents. The goal is to provide instruments, music education and performance outlets. Performances begin at 7:00 P.M. Admission is free.
Contact: Gateway Arts Council   Phone: 937-498-2787
Web Link: www.gatewayartscouncil.org
05/14 - 05/15   Mayfest Soccer Classic
Location: Tawawa Park, Sidney
Our tournament features 150 teams from Michigan, Kentucky and all parts of Ohio. Be a part of one of the best West Central Ohio soccer weekends. More than 2300 young players participate and estimates are that more than 5500 players, coaches, parents and siblings attended the event.
Contact: Shelby County Youth Soccer Association   Email: Info@MayfestSoccer.com
Web Link: www.mayfestsoccer.com

 

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