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Whately’s 250th celebration will be held June 17-26, 2022.
Some commemorative, social-distanced events were also held in 2021 in acknowledgment of our official 250th birthday, April 26, 2021. Below, you’ll find a list of what is planned as well as some links to reflect on some of our past observances. Note that dates and times are subject to change as events are finalized. Follow the Whately 250th Facebook page for detailed event information.
| Event | Date | Location in Whately |
| Birthday Motor Parade | April 24, 2021 | Town-wide; see the broadcast |
| #HappyBirthdayWhately Challenge | April 23-26, 2021 | Town-wide |
| 250 Light Display | On-going | Town-wide; sign-up to host |
| Cake Lighting + Ice Cream Social | August 6, 2021 | Whately Fire Department Field; see the FCAT video |
| Cruise Night: Car Show + Music from Lonesome Brothers | June 17, 2022 | Tom’s Famous Hot Dog and Grill, 61 State Road (5 & 10) |
| Polka Night with Music from Denis Polisky & The Maestro’s Men | June 18, 2022 4 – 8 PM | Whately Fire Department Field, 63 Christian Lane |
| Steam Engine Showcase | June 18, 2022 9 AM – 4 PM | 33 Christian Lane |
| Tractor Parade (Participant Registration HERE) | June 18, 2022 10 AM | Town-wide. Click here to see the route. |
| Special Exhibit: Becoming Whately, a History in Objects | June 18, 2022 11 AM – 2 PM | Historical Society Museum at Town Hall, 194 Chestnut Plain Road |
| Ecumenical Service (Download the Service Bulletin) | June 19, 2022 11 AM | Whately Congregational Church, 177 Chestnut Plain Road Or virtually, via Zoom: Click Here |
| Firemen’s Muster | June 19, 2022 1 – 4 PM | Herlihy Field, 271 River Road |
| History Talk: Whately’s Evolving Landscape and Its Impact on Native Peoples | June 19, 2022 7 PM | Whately Town Hall, 194 Chestnut Plain Road |
| Town Gift and Time Capsule Dedication + Tethered Balloon Rides and Music from The Bad News Jazz Band | June 20, 2022 6 PM | Whately Public Library, 218 Chestnut Plain Road |
| Arts + Crafts Show | June 21, 2022 10 AM – 2 PM 4 – 7 PM | Whately Town Hall, 194 Chestnut Plain Road |
| Special Exhibit: Becoming Whately, a History in Objects | June 21, 2022 10 AM – 2 PM 4 – 7 PM | Historical Society Museum at Town Hall, 194 Chestnut Plain Road |
| Concert: Zara Bode’s Li’l Big Band** (Tickets on sale HERE) | June 22, 2022 | Whately Town Hall, 194 Chestnut Plain Road |
| Concert: Poor Monroe** (Tickets on sale HERE) | June 23, 2022 7 PM | Whately Town Hall, 194 Chestnut Plain Road |
| Chicken BBQ + Music** (SOLD OUT) | June 24, 2022 5:30 PM 7 PM | Whately Fire Department Field, 63 Christian Lane |
| Fireworks | June 24, 2022 8:45 PM | Whately Public Library, 218 Chestnut Plain Road |
| Family Fun Day | June 25, 2022 10 AM – 4 PM | Herlihy Field, 271 River Road |
| Special Exhibit: Becoming Whately, a History in Objects | June 25, 2022 11 AM – 2 PM | Historical Society Museum at Town Hall, 194 Chestnut Plain Road |
| Celebration Parade | June 26, 2022 12 PM | Through Town Center. Click here to see the route. |
** Tickets for the BBQ and the two concerts must be purchased in advance.
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