🌱 Know someone who champions the arts in Sidney? Nominate them now.

Greetings Sidney! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• Know someone who champions the arts in Sidney? Nominate them now.
• See what Sidney residents were doing on these July days decades ago.
• Sidney remembers former schools superintendent Dr. John C. Forbeck.

Also on today's calendar: Meltdown Movie Marathon and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What is seen in the middle of March and April that can’t be seen at the beginning or end of either month? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Mostly sunny, hot and humid, with a high of 94 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Thursday: Partly sunny, hot and humid, temps: high: 94, low: 72.
• Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 84 and low of 71 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• Historic Sidney Theatre seeks gala honoree nominations (sidneydailynews.com) — Nominations are now open for the 2027 Spotlight Gala Honoree at the Historic Sidney Theatre, recognizing a living supporter whose work strengthens the arts in Sidney and Shelby County. Local residents can submit nominations online through Aug. 1, 2026, ahead of the Jan. 30, 2027 fundraising gala featuring dinner, auctions, performances, and a tribute to the honoree.
   

• Out of the past: July 13-15 (sidneydailynews.com) — This “Out of the past” column revisits July 13-15 moments from Sidney and Shelby County history, from early electric road efforts and bank robbery arrests in Sidney to National Guard training, school issues, and city projects. It highlights how Sidney residents, schools, and civic groups have shaped the community over the last 125 years.
   

• John C. Forbeck (villages-news.com) — Former Sidney City Schools superintendent Dr. John C. Forbeck, who led the district after a long career in education across Ohio and beyond, has died at his home in Florida. Remembered as a dedicated educator who deeply supported students and staff, he served Sidney from 1979 before later roles in Adams County, Kentucky, and Brazil.
   

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📸 Around Sidney

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Sidney

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday July 16

• Books & Brews →
  Amos Memorial Public Library, 230 E North St, Sidney
  6:00 pm

Want to see your event featured? Click here!

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Other local events

Thursday July 16

• Tree Board Meeting →
  Sidney, OH Calendar, 415 S. Vandemark Rd., Sidney
  3:30 pm

Friday July 17

• Meltdown Movie Marathon →
  Amos Memorial Public Library, 230 E North St, Sidney
  9:00 am

Saturday July 18

• A Night For Dinner & Comedy →
  The Bridge Restaurant - Sidney, OH, 127 W Poplar St, Sidney
  6:30 pm
• HST Presents “Madagascar, Jr.” →
  The Historic Sidney Theatre, 120 W Poplar St, Sidney
  7:00 pm

Monday July 20

• Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting →
  Sidney, OH Calendar, 222 W. Poplar St., Sidney
  4:00 pm
• Planning Commission Meeting →
  Sidney, OH Calendar, 222 W. Poplar St., Sidney
  5:30 pm

Tuesday July 21

• Open Mic Night at Keith’s Deli →
  Keith's Deli, 115 S Ohio Ave, Sidney
  5:00 pm

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📣 Sidney Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday July 16

• Piqua Farmer’s Market →
  Barclay’s Downtown Piqua, 318 N Main St, Piqua
  3:00 pm

Friday July 17

• PARTY PUNCH →
  Lock 9 Park and Trevino Performance Pavilion, 125 E Water St, Piqua
  7:00 pm

Wednesday July 22

• WECC Preschool Screening
  Whittier Early Childhood Center - 425 Belmont St., Sidney
  8:00 am
• Senior Cards →
  Anna Community Branch Library, 304 N 2nd St, Anna
  10:00 am

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Is anybody interested in a puppy?
  He is 7 months old and is a pitbull/shihzu mix. He really is a good puppy but my landlord changed our pet policy and I can no longer keep him. He is… (Nextdoor Fairgrounds)

• Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. posted a job opening for Crew Member in Sidney. Apply here.
• Sidney City School District posted a job opening for Head Varsity Baseball Coach in Sidney. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Sidney here.

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🗞 Nearby News

Botkins

• Botkins BOE accepts sports donations (sidneydailynews.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The letter “R.” (Thank you Manuela A. for sending it in!)
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