America 250

The America 250 Christmas Town planning committee is working to create an exciting set of activities for next year’s celebration on the July 4^th, 2026. We have an all-day celebration planned. Following guidance of the statewide committee, we are also hosting activities leading up to that day.

We kicked off our activities with a commemoration of Paul Revere’s famous ride in April of this year, which included an exciting re-enactment by two horseback riders galloping full-throttle down Main Street, a dramatic reading of Longfellow’s poem, “Paul Revere’s Ride,” period fife and drum music, and a ceremony.

This fall, we are launching a seven-part speaker series called “How Does America’s Democracy Work?” hosted by the Bethlehem Library. Monthly events will run from September through November this year and from March through June in 2026. Subject matter experts will present and lead Q&A on the following topics: the Founding of America; the Constitution; the Voting Process; How Government Works; Citizen Responsibility; Immigration; the Court System. These programs are educational and non-partisan.

On July 4^th, 2026, activities will include an ecumenical service on the Town Green; a photo show in Memorial Hall; a parade on East Street followed by ceremonies on the Green; and a town picnic with beverage vendors and music. The day concludes with a spectacular fireworks display.

The planning committee has been meeting for over a year and includes representatives from community groups and organizations. All meetings are posted on the Town web site and all are welcome to attend.