Local Events Calendar

This 42nd Annual Exhibit will be presented at the Amos Memorial Library thru December 27th.

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

Please join us for our 20th 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!

Born in Novokuznetsk, Siberia, Russia, and raised in Kharkov, Ukraine, Elena embodies much of that which is classic pre-Soviet Russia and Ukraine in her art. She derives her inspiration from nature, music and dance, and brings them to life in her paintings.

Gather the kids for the Madcap Puppets being presented by the Gateway Arts Council.

A Workshop beginning at 10:00 AM will be lead by Madcap personnel where children will create their own puppet masterpieces.  You never know what Madcap puppets you’ll encounter! Children only. Admission is $10.

The performance Twice Upon A Time will begin at 11:15 AM. Aiden Legend, an only child, is making funny faces into a mirror when it falls and breaks, accidentally propelling Aiden’s mirror image into the real world. Is there room in our world for two Aiden Legends? Can Aiden get the Accidental Twin back into the mirror!? Children under 12 are $4. Adults $6.

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

Planning is underway for the annual Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids Sake.

This year it will be held on March 6th and 7th at both Belmar Lanes of Sidney and McBo’s Lanes of Versailles.

Continue to check back as more information is being added.

COSI’s Science Spots traveling science exhibition comes to Sidney.  Your little ones are sure to enjoy the wide assortment of Science spots listed below:

Air Cannon – Participants press against a rubber membrane that covers a large drum. As the pressure builds within the drum, air shoots out the hole in the bottom and blasts passers by with a puff of air.

These fun active activities are suitable for adults and children.

Details coming soon so please check back.

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!

Stories will be shared about some of the “residents” of Graceland Cemetery and their contributions to the Shelby County community.

More information to be announced.

Contact: Tilda Phlipot    Phone: 937.498.1653

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke County have planning underway for their annual Duck Derby and Duck – N – Run 5K.

This event allows them to raise money to support all of their youth mentoring programs including Big Buddies, Lunch Buddies, Career Quest, and Couples/Community-Based Matches.

Be sure to check back as the event gets closer for more information.

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

Details coming soon.  Please check back…