07/02   Sidney Civic Band Summer Concert Series
Location: Shelby County Court Square, Downtown Sidney
This evening's performance will showcase a patriotic music theme. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy this FREE concert. Refreshments will be available. Rain location will be First Church of God, 1510 Campbell Road. All perfomances will begin at 7:00 P.M.
07/02 - 07/03   Liberty Days
Location: Fort Loramie
Celebrate our nations freedom at the annual Fort Loramie Liberty Days. Food, Bingo & games for the entire family.
Contact: Alan Frilling   Phone: 937-638-0117
07/04   Shelby County 5K Tour - Ft. Loramie Five at the Fort 5K
Location: Ft. Loramie High School - 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: Paul Barhorst   Phone: 937-295-3225   Email: paulbarhorst@hotmail.com
Web Link: www.fortloramie5k.com
07/04   Fourth of July Celebration
Location: Sidney High School
Let's celebrate our Independence! Bring you lawn chairs, blankets or just enjoy watching from you car or truck. Don't miss one of Sidney's most exciting nights! The show begins at dusk.
Contact: Cindy Stangel, Director of Downtown Sidney   Phone: 937-492-9122   Email: cstangel@sidneyshelbychamber.com
07/08 - 07/10   Country Concert at Hickory Hill Lakes
Location: Hickory Hill Lakes, Fort Loramie
Annual outdoor music festival hosting the biggest names in country music. Scheduled to appear this year are Hank Williams Jr., Billy Currington, Trace Adkins, Keith Urban, Joe Diffie, Jo Dee Messina, Gary Allan, and many more.
Contact: Country Concert at Hickory Hill Lakes   Phone: 937-295-3000   Email: info@countryconcert.com
Web Link: www.countryconcert.com
07/09   Sidney Civic Band Summer Concert Series
Location: Shelby County Court Square, Downtown Sidney
Enjoy the Sidney Civic Band. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy this FREE concert. Refreshments will be available. Rain location will be First Church of God, 1510 Campbell Road. All perfomances will begin at 7:00 P.M.
07/16   Sidney Civic Band Summer Concert Series
Location: First Church of God Sidney
This evening's performance will be the Swing Era Band. Enjoy this FREE concert. Refreshments will be available. Location will be First Church of God, 1510 Campbell Road. Perfomances will begin at 7:00 P.M.
07/17   Shelby County 5K Tour - Houston 5K Classic
Location: Houston High School - 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: Jim Gooding   Phone: 937-726-5503   Email: jgooding@houston.k12.oh.us
Web Link: www.shelbycounty5ktour.com
07/17   The Muleskinners Band
Location: First Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Miami Avenue, Sidney
This outdoor concert features the Gospel and Bluegrass music of this well-known area band. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a wonderful evening of music. Concert starts at 7:00 pm.
Contact: First Presbyterian Church   Phone: 937-492-4597
07/17   Historical Tours of Lake Loramie
Location: Lake Loramie - Lake Loramie Heritage Museum
How much do you know about Lake Loramie? Take a tour and learn the history of how it was created and it's many uses over the past 160 years. Volunteers' from the Heritage Museum will be using pontoons to share all the wonderful little-known facts with you. Tours will run from 2 pm - 4 pm on the hour. Obtain a boarding pass at the museum, located at State Route 362. Rain date: July 24th.
Contact: Bob Lammers   Phone: 419-628-2827 or 419-733-4271   Email: rlammers2@woh.rr.com
07/18   HOPE For Tomorrow 5K
Location: Tawawa Park, Sidney
The HOPE For Tomorrow 5K is an event that is completely foucused on the reason we Relay. We Relay for HOPE that one day there will be a cure for cancer, for HOPE that those that have lost their battle will never be forgotten and those that are currently fighting have all the support they need.
Contact: Tracy Platfoot   Phone: 937-497-4214   Email: Tracy_Platfoot@cargill.com
Web Link: www.hopefortomorrow5k.shutterfly.com
07/22   Shelby County 5K Tour - Take Back the Night 5K
Location: Tawawa Park, Sidney - 8:30 P.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: Karie Maurer-Enneking   Phone: 937-498-7261   Email: kmenneking@gmail.com
Web Link: www.shelbycounty5ktour.com
07/23   Sidney Civic Band Summer Concert Series
Location: Shelby County Court Square, Downtown Sidney
This evening's performance TBA. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy this FREE concert. Refreshments will be available. Rain location will be First Church of God, 1510 Campbell Road. All perfomances will begin at 7:00 P.M.
07/24   Outdoor Movie "Godspell"
Location: First Presbyterian Church. 202 N. Miami Ave., Sidney
The classic rock movie "Godspell" will be showing outside, bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a movie under the stars. Show starts at 9:30 pm.
Contact: First Presbyterian Church   Phone: 937-492-4597
07/25 - 07/31   The Great Shelby County Fair
Location: Shelby County Fair Grounds, Sidney
Celebrating 150 Years! Enjoy the tradition with your entire family. Live stock exhibits, rides, entertainment & food, we have it all this year. Thursday night John Michael Montgomery will be live at 8:00 pm, Friday Pam Tillis will perform at 8:00 pm and Saturday will bring cheerleaders from all over the county for the Annual Cheer Competition at 7:00 pm.
Contact: Shelby County Fair Office   Phone: 937-492-7385
Web Link: www.shelbycountyfair.com
07/30   Sidney Civic Band Summer Concert Series
Location: Shelby County Court Square, Downtown Sidney
This evening's performance will feature Simple Harmony who will present "Jukebox 45 RPM", a show featuring the music we love from the 50s, 60s and 70s, Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy FREE concert. Refreshments will be available. Rain location will be First Church of God, 1510 Campbell Road. All perfomances will begin at 7:00 P.M.
08/07   Family Fun Day
Location: First Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Miami Ave., Sidney
Outdoor fun for the entire family. Come and enjoy crafts, games, music and a free picnic for all. Family Fun Day hours are 2:00-6:00 pm. All our welcome.
Contact: First Presbyterian Church   Phone: 937-492-4597
08/14   Jackson Center Family Fun Day
Location: Wally Byam Memorial Park & Pool, Jackson Center
Come and Enjoy an afternoon of fun, friends, and food. Free admission to the pool, Cornhole tournament at 2 P.M., water relays, games for all ages & karoke. The Jackson Center Police Department (Kid I.D. program), Shelby County Dare Officer, and the Shelby Co. Sheriff's Dept. will demonstrate the K-9 unit.
Web Link: www.jacksoncenter.com
08/21 - 07/21   Shelby County 5K Tour - Tawawa Park Runners 5K
Location: Tawawa Park, Sidney - 8:00 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: Ann Hubler or Terry Schwaiger   Email: ahubler1@woh.rr.com
Web Link: www.shelbycounty5ktour.com
08/26   Football Highlights of the 1960s
Location: Julia Lamb Park, North Street, Sidney
Bring your 'Jacket Spirit' to the field and hear Dave Ross speak on the important football happenings of the 1960s... the glory days of SHS Football! The action kicks-off at 7:00 P.M.
Contact: Shelby County Historical Society   Phone: 937-498-1653
Web Link: www.ShelbyCountyHistory.org
08/28   2nd Annual Art Fair with Flair!
Location: First Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Miami Ave., Sidney
Outdoor art fair with artists' booths, roving musicians, theater, food and more. The fair hours are noon-5:00 pm, dinner will be served at 6:00 pm. Tickets are required for dinner. Co-sponsored by The Gateway Arts Council and catered by The Spot.
Contact: First Presbyterian Church   Phone: 937-492-4597
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
09/01 - 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
09/05   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   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
09/11   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
09/17 - 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
09/19   2010 Shelby County Farm Tour
Location: Anna-Botkins area of Shelby County

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
10/17   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   Village Christmas
Location: Village of Jackson Center

Web Link: www.jacksoncenter.com
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   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

 

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