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** //We//  **** //We call it home.// We hope you will too. Sidney and our Cheyenne County neighboring communities have a proud history of business, industry, military and agriculture success stories, but the thing that makes us special is our people. People with values. People who care about their children’s future. People who believe in community progress. People who invest in a safe community. People who welcome others to join with them in building a future in a quality of life community in America’s heartland. The grassroots standards that built America are still here. Our climate is pleasant and offers the diversity of seasons. In the decade of the 1990’s and into the 21st Century we have had unprecedented growth and prosperity, but still enjoy small town Midwest living with big time opportunities. A place you can call home. **
 * **  The Town of Sidney is located on the [|**Saanich Peninsula**] , on Vancouver Island, approximately 20 Kilometers north of Victoria, the Capital City of British Columbia. Sidney was incorporated as a village in 1952, has enjoyed steady growth, and is now a town with a population in excess of 11,000 people. It can be reached by air or sea from the mainland and is the primary business anchor for the Peninsula.  ** ||
 *   ** Sidney & North Saanich, near [|Victoria], [|Vancouver Island], British Columbia (B.C.), Canada. The gateway to the [|Gulf Islands], Sidney by-the-Sea and N.Saanich make up the North Saanich Peninsula, neighbored with the communities of [|Brentwood Bay] [|& Central Saanich], [|Oak Bay]****, [|Sooke]****, and [|**Westshore**]. Together make Greater [|Victoria], British Columbia, Canada an exciting and adventurous place to live and visit! Staying in Sidney or North Saanich on Vancouver Island is convenient, minutes from the Victoria Int. Airport and [|BC Ferries].**
 * Approx. a 20 minute drive to Victoria, Vancouver Island** **is an area full of adventure! Be sure to take in one of the many Attractions, Charters and Tours ! From an exciting [|Whale Watching]** **Tour, Sailing Cruise, Eco-Tour, or [|Fishing Charters] for Salmon or Halibut. For the more relaxed family activites, visit one of the many [|oceanfront parks]****, or go on a 20 minute cruise to the magnificent sandy beaches of [|**Sidney Island & Sidney Spit**].** ||



__Sidney, NY Upcoming Events__**
 * //We call it home.// We hope you will too. Sidney and our Cheyenne County neighboring communities have a proud history of business, industry, military and agriculture success stories, but the thing that makes us special is our people. People with values. People who care about their children’s future. People who believe in community progress. People who invest in a safe community. People who welcome others to join with them in building a future in a quality of life community in America’s heartland. The grassroots standards that built America are still here. Our climate is pleasant and offers the diversity of seasons. In the decade of the 1990’s and into the 21st Century we have had unprecedented growth and prosperity, but still enjoy small town Midwest living with big time opportunities. A place you can call home.
 * March 1st 10am Free Family Movie "Movie to be announced" at the** **Sidney Center Library Branch, Route 23. No RSVP required. For more information call (607) 563-1200 or visit [|**__www.sidneylibrary.org__**].**


 * March 5th 7:30am Monthly Sidney Chamber of Commerce Meeting at** **Toddies Restaurant, Main Street. Guests and Chamber members are welcome. Refreshments will be served.**


 * March 6th 8am Monthly TCA Vision 21 Meeting at** **SFCU conference Room, Union Street. Guests and Vision 21 Directors are welcome. Refreshments will be served.**


 * March 8th 10am Free Family Movie "Movie to be announced" at the** **Masonville Library Branch, Route 8. . No RSVP required. For more information call (607) 563-1200 or visit [|**__www.sidneylibrary.org__**].**


 * March 11th Sidney Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours** **Catskill Travel, 55 Main Street. Refreshments will be served. Chamber members are welcome. 4:30pm Ribbon cutting ceremony at Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Sidney Location, 53 Main Street prior to the Business After Hours event. RSVP by Friday, March 7 by calling the Chamber office at (607) 561-2642.**


 * March 19th 7:30am-9am New Member Coffee Hour at** **Toddies Restaurant, Main Street. Guests and Chamber members are welcome. Refreshments will be served. Door prizes and meet and greet session.**


 * April 2nd 7:30am Monthly Sidney Chamber of Commerce Meeting at** **Toddies Restaurant, Main Street. Guests and Chamber members are welcome. Refreshments will be served.**


 * April 3rd 8am Monthly TCA Vision 21 Meeting at** **SFCU conference Room, Union Street. Guests and Vision 21 Directors are welcome. Refreshments will be served.**


 * April 5th 10am Free Family Movie "Movie to be announced" at the** **Sidney Center Library Branch, Route 23. No RSVP required. For more information call (607) 563-1200 or visit [|**__www.sidneylibrary.org__**].**


 * April 5th 10am-3pm Tri-Town Community Fair and Business Showcase at Sacred Heart Parish Center, Liberty Street. Businesses can setup and display their products and services. Food, refreshments, community programs, and more. Free admission - businesses call (607) 561-2642 for more information or [|**__click here__**] to register online.**


 * April 12th 10am Free Family Movie "Movie to be announced" at the** **Masonville Library Branch, Route 8. . No RSVP required. For more information call (607) 563-1200 or visit [|**__www.sidneylibrary.org__**].**


 * April 17th 11am till gone Chicken BBQ Fundraiser at** **SFCU Parking Lot, Union Street. Sponsored by the Sidney Chamber of Commerce.**
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 * April 29th 6pm Three Chamber Collaboration Dinner** **Sidney Golf & Country Club, Sidney. Free dinner sponsored by the Sidney Chamber of Commerce. Any Sidney Chamber member is welcome to attend - Bainbridge Chamber members and Unadilla Chamber members will be present. Topics discussed will be upcoming events, advertising, Tri-Town regional business issues, and more. RSVP by April 15th - call (607) 561-2642.**


 * May 6th TBA Annual Community Tea sponsored by the Sidney Chamber of Commerce. Location: Sacred Heart Parish Center. For more information call (607) 561-2642.**


 * May 10th 18th Annual Wessels Regatta - canoe races on the Susquehanna River. Sponsored by the Sidney Chamber of Commerce. Michelob Ultra - May 10th, 2008 canoe races. For more information call (607) 561-2642. For registration form - [|**__click here__**]. Pre-registration fee is $20 per person for amateurs and $25.00 for Pros. There** **__will not__ be a C-1 Pro Race on Sunday, May 11, 2008.**


 * June 6th Annual Sidney Chamber of Commerce Dinner and Awards Night. Business of the Years and Citizens of the Year will be presented. Buffet-style dinner at Sidney Elks Club, River Street. For more information call (607) 561-2642.**

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 * July 19th Annual Sidney Arts & Music Festival - downtown Sidney. Arts & Crafts vendors, live music, live dancers, food, games, Classic Car Cruise-In, "Fetish Lane" special evening concert. Free admission, free parking. For more information call (607) 561-2642**
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Sydney Australia, known as the Harbor City, has both a unique landscape, as well as a unique [|history]. The sheltered harbor of Sydney Australia made Sydney an excellent home for indigenous peoples, and later a useful port for Europeans. On January 26th, 1788, 11 ships from Britain arrived in Sydney Cove. Called the “First Fleet”, these ships carried British soldiers, along with British prisoners, sent to establish a new colony. Modern Sydney still bears the mark of these early settlers. Some of Sydney’s main streets run along the original trails carved out by European settlers.

Today, Sydney is known for its beautiful harbor, along with the Harbour Bridge that graces its waters. The [|Sydney Opera House] is also a famous landmark for Australians and tourists alike, and an excellent stop on your Australia sightseeing journey. The Opera House is open year round, and features some of the best in world dance, music, and theatre. Travel in Sydney is not complete without touring the house, or maybe even seeing a show. You may even purchase tickets online when planning your trip. For travelers who are patrons of the arts, the Sydney Arts Festival is also a great option. Held each January during Australia’s summer, this [|event] is completely free of charge. The arts festival is an exciting way to experience both European and Indigenous tradition, along with music, dance, and arts from around the world.

Art from around the world can also be found in local [|shopping] centers throughout Sydney. One of the most popular is the Queen Victoria Building. The Queen Victoria Building is a landmark in it’s own right, as well as being one of Sydney’s premier shopping centers, both for personal and gift shopping.

Another of the more popular Sydney attractions, and a great stop as you continue Australia sightseeing in Sydney, is the beautiful stretch of beaches along the city’s coast. Tourists come to Sydney from around the world to surf, sun bathe, and scuba dive in and around the waters of Sydney. Another popular activity as you travel in Sydney is a Harbour Cruise. Cruises are available for both lunch and dinner, and guests will have a chance to stroll and dine as they sail around the beautiful harbor.

For many travelers who are new to the city and looking for Sydney attractions, a [|tour] of the city itself provides a great way to become familiar with all things Sydney. Free walking tour brochures are available, free of charge, and have been provided by the City of Sydney’s Historical Program. Brochures can be found at any library or community center within the city of Sydney.

While taking your walking tour as part of your Australia sightseeing, you might happen to stroll by The Rocks, a section of Sydney once known for it’s squalid and disease ridden condition. Things have changed since the days of the prison settlements, and modern day tourists will see none of the destitute buildings of the past. In the early 1970’s, The Rocks was completely renovated, to create one of the most charming neighborhoods for shopping and enjoying local cafes. The history alone makes this an interesting stop when visiting Sydney Australia.

These are just a few of the fun and interesting landmarks and activities to be enjoyed in Sydney, Australia. However you spend your time, you’ll be sure to find many unique Sydney attractions and exciting [|things to do]. Sydney is the largest city in the Australian state of New South Wales. It has a resident population of approximately 180,000 culturally diverse citizens, a strong economy and a large number of ‘must see’ sites that attract more than 2.5 million visitors annually. Sydney is also a “young city” with half of its residents between 20 and 40 years of age, 30% of which speak some language other than English. The City of Sydney Local Government Area (LGA) occupies about 26 square kilometers which includes the central business district, Millers Point, Ultimo, the Rocks, Surry Hills, Woolloomooloo, Kings Cross, Elizabeth Bay, Darlinghurst, Camperdown and others. The former city of South Sydney has been merged with Sydney proper and is comprised of still other suburban areas. Sydney has an excellent climate that boasts an average of seven hours of sunshine for seven hours each day. Average winter temperatures range between 9 and 16 degrees Celsius while summer temperatures are between 16 and 26 degrees. The rainy season occurs between March and May and produces about 1183 mm of rainfall annually. The strong economy of Sydney which generated better than $63 billion dollars in revenue between 2003 and 2004 alone, produces a strong employment base with some of the best annual earnings of any city in the Asia-Pacific sphere. Unemployment is low and job opportunities are generally plentiful. It is also a prime education center for this part of Australia with one quarter of all city residents attending an educational institution. More than 18,000 residents attend either a TAFE or University and 9,000 or more do so an a full-time basis. Sydeny has a very-diverse ethnic mix with almost 50% of its residents having been born overseas. Native languages spoken at home include Chinese, Russian, Greek, and Indonesian. The city itself has fewer teenagers, children and elderly than those who live in the suburban metropolitan areas. It’s also interesting to note that better than 50% of all city residents over fifteen years old have never married, so there is an obviously large population of singles compared to comparably-sized cities. Economically, the average median yearly income of Sydney’s workforce is $860 per week or more than $44,000 per year. This is one key factor that underlies the area’s strong economy. On any given workday, there are more than 345,000 employed in the workforce, one-third of which can be classed as professionals and another 27% as managers or associate professionals. Finally, Sydney is one of the most visited tourist destinations in this part of the world, with visitors arriving annually from every corner of the globe. This is due not only to the many well-promoted sights to see, but also by the ready availability of hotels, transportation, fine restaurants and entertainment combined with excellent prices. Lawrence