Local Events Calendar

With the removal of Native Americans after 1830 from the area north of the Greenville Treaty Line, settlers rushed to claim the rich lands of northern Shelby County. Among these were the African American pioneers who established Rumley, a thriving farming community. From its founding in 1837 through the 1880s, Rumley served as a major stop for travelers on the post road northward and a haven for hundreds of African American citizens from the slave south. Although Rumley is gone, its influence continues. Dr. Roy E. Finkenbine from Anna, Ohio will lead this presentation. Dr. Finkenbine is Professor of History and department Co-Chair at University of Detroit Mercy and Director of the Black Abolitionist Archive.

Sponsored by Steve and Peggy Baker

The Historic Sidney Theatre presents Ghostbusters as the third movie in their October Spooky Film Series.

After the members of a team of scientists (Harold Ramis, Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray) lose their cushy positions at a university in New York City, they decide to become “ghostbusters” to wage a high-tech battle with the supernatural for money. They stumble upon a gateway to another dimension, a doorway that will release evil upon the city. The Ghostbusters must now save New York from complete destruction.

Admission is free to the public.

Doors open at 6:30 pm with the movie starting at 7:00 pm.

Popcorn will be offered free of charge (donations welcomed) with pop and candy being sold at the concession stand.

This movie is sponsored by The Community Foundation of Shelby County.

Enjoy Halloween at Lake Loramie.  We will have Halloween kids crafts and games, movie at the amphitheater, and a costume contest. Trick-or-treat will be held Saturday from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm.  Events are for registered campers only.

Drive it yourself tour of county churches. Open house style visits. Tour booklet for all Shelby County churches will be available including a list of “ghost churches”, those no longer in existence.

Participating Church Locations to be announced.

Admission is Free

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Church Tour sponsored by Richard and Kathleen Eshleman

Church Directory sponsored by Steve and Peggy Baker

The Historic Sidney Theatre presents the  movie of their October Spooky Film Series Nightmare on Elm Street.

In Wes Craven’s classic slasher film, several Midwestern teenagers fall prey to Freddy Krueger (Robert Englund), a disfigured midnight mangler who preys on the teenagers in their dreams — which, in turn, kills them in reality. After investigating the phenomenon, Nancy (Heather Langenkamp) begins to suspect that a dark secret kept by her and her friends’ parents may be the key to unraveling the mystery, but can Nancy and her boyfriend Glen (Johnny Depp) solve the puzzle before it’s too late? (Rated R)

Admission is free to the public.

Popcorn is free of charge (donations welcomed) Pop and candy will be sold at the concession stand.

The doors open at 6:30 pm with the movie starting at 7:00 pm.

Come join us for a fun filled evening of murder, mayhem, and delicious food! Doors open at 6:30 p.m., dinner begins at 7:00 p.m. Dancing will begin, when the mystery is solved.

Tickets go on sale August 1st.

The Angels in the Attic Craft Show, Sidney Visitors Bureau, Sidney Alive, and the Sidney-Shelby County Chamber of Commerce are working together to organize a “Shop Hop” of specialty stores and boutiques in the Sidney area.  The “Shop Hop” will run in conjunction with the Angels in the Attic Craft Show, an annual event held at Ross Historical Center in downtown Sidney.

HOW IT WORKS:  Customers will pick up a “Shop Hop” card at any of the participating businesses.  The customer will then need to visit a predetermined number of specialty shops between November 6th and November 9th.  Once you have met the requirement, he/she will turn in their card and be entered into a drawing for a grand prize valued at $500.

Specialty shops participating this year will be announced soon so please check back.

The band has sold over 10 million albums, earning three platinum and five gold records, and won the Country Music Association’s Vocal Group of the Year award six times, as well as netting two Academy of Country Music Awards in the top Vocal Group of the Year category, thirteen GRAMMY ® nominations and won their GRAMMY award for their album “The Reason”. When they debuted in 1991 with the hit “Meet in the Middle,” Diamond Rio became the first group in the history of country music to have a debut single reach No. 1. They continued to place 32 more singles on the Billboard chart, including “How Your Love Makes Me Feel,” “Norma Jean Riley,” “Beautiful Mess,” “Love a Little Stronger,” and “One More Day.”

First Presbyterian Church 13th annual Turkey Trot Run/Walk to End Hunger will take place Thanksgiving morning. Instead of a typical registration fee, participants are asked to donate a non-perishable food items, which will be delivered to the Alpha Community Center Food Bank.

T-shirts will also be available for purchase and all proceeds will go to the local food bank.

Contact: First Presbyterian Church         Phone: (937) 492-4597

Support our community and SHOP SMALL in Downtown Sidney!

Start the holiday season off right with the amazing vocals of Maureen McGovern. An American singer and Broadway actress, well known for her renditions of the song “We May Never Love Like This Again” from The Towering Inferno in 1974. McGovern became world renowned with the #1 chart-topping, Academy Award-winning, gold record “The Morning After”, from The Poseidon Adventure. With a career spanning over three decades, McGovern has earned a reputation for being one of America’s most popular artists. For her recorded works, Maureen has been dubbed The Stradivarius Voice,” and has received International Gold Records

Enjoy the sights, tastes & sounds of a Historic Downtown Sidney Christmas, complete with horse & carriage rides. It’s a great time to shop local and finish up those Christmas lists too! See our downtown all dressed up for the holidays and enjoy and wonderful evening parade, complete with Santa & Mrs. Claus! The reason for the season Lighting ceremony begins at 6:30 p.m. with the parade stepping off at 7:30 pm. We ask that all spectators remain on the sidewalk during the parade for everyone’s safety!

Check out our flyer, closer to the event!

Please join us for our annual Christmas of Yesteryear open house. Bring your children for a little fun. Santa will be here (photos available for $5 donation), decorate a gingerbread house, make a clay ornament, see the trains and wood carving demonstrations, and don’t forget the popcorn and chestnuts roasted on an open fire!

This event is free and open to the public!

Motown meets Boytown! Unlike any other four-man vocal group touring today, The Company Men uniquely interweave today’s Top 40 hits with re-imagined classics of the last six decades, blending songs by some of your favorite artists including Sam Smith, Michael Jackson, Katy Perry, Adele, The Temptations, Billy Joel, Prince, Meghan Trainor, Bruno Mars, Michael Buble, The Eagles and many more. Featuring a roster of seasoned performers who have appeared on NBC’s the VOICE, the Emmy Award winning NBC mini-series, The Temptations and in numerous Broadway and National Touring productions (Hairspray, The Lion King, Jesus Christ Superstar, Camelot, The Sound of Music and Hair to name a few), The Company Men bring an unparalleled level of talent to every show. With their throwback sound, smooth Motown moves, and an incredible all-star band, The Company Men are ready bring you an unforgettable evening of entertainment.

The Bicentennial Ball will bring to a close the 200^thanniversary celebration of Shelby County Ohio and usher in the 200^th anniversary celebration of Sidney Ohio. This glamorous evening will feature live music, dancing, heavy hors d’oeuvre, and an abundance of community fellowship. Historical displays will adorn the historic Shelby County Courthouse. Formal attire is suggested.

Tickets are $75 per person and can be purchased through Sidney Alive.

This event sponsored by Freshway Foods

Get into the swing of things with Big Bad Voodoo Daddy! Celebrating  25 years and countless appearances in film and television—including a remarkable seven appearances on The Tonight Show, the Super Bowl XXXIII halftime show, Dancing With the Stars, and performances for three U.S. Presidents—this nine-piece band takes music to the next level with a high-octane, deliriously fun show, fusing together jazz, blues, swing, and more!

This game commemorates the most significant local sports achievement of Sidney’s 200 years, 30 straight football wins during the three perfect seasons of 1968/69/70. Team members will be introduced at the game with Tipp City.

This game will be played on either September 3rd or September 4th based on a local television network’s decision to broadcast.

Tickets can be purchased through Sidney High School Sports Box Office