JEFFERSONVILLE – The Village of Jeffersonville is having a birthday party – and they are planning on it lasting for a year.

With events planned for the next 12 months, the Village is going to celebrate its Centennial in grand style while paying tribute to the roots of its founders.

On Monday, October 14, village leaders, residents and friends of the community gathered at Tavern on Main to mark the 100th Anniversary of the vote to incorporate, thus forming the village.

Village Mayor William Chellis greeted the 50 well wishers and described briefly how Swiss and German residents gathered around the community to form the village.

One of six incorporated villages in Sullivan County, Jeffersonville is noted for its bustling main street made up of small, entrepreneurial business owners.

“Small is beautiful,” Mayor Chellis said. “We set our own agenda and we embrace small businesses, small artisans and small firms that make up our village.

“Thank you to everyone who came out tonight, especially all who ever served on the village board and the Town of Callicoon board,” the mayor continued. “And we cannot forget to recognize and thank the great mayor, the late Frederick Schadt Sr. – Fred Magnus.”

Mayor Chellis then raised a toast to the Village made up of a small beer, symbolic of the heritage of the place he now calls home.

Everyone enjoyed the birthday cake while past mayors in attendance were honored with plaques.

Tentative Schedule for the Village’s Centennial

Thursday, October 31st, 2024 – Halloween Jeff Style
Place: Jeffersonville – Village wide from The Backyard Park to Hughson Park opposite Dollar General and everywhere in between                                            Time: 3:30 – 6:00 PM (or until the Candy is gone)

Thursday, November 7th, 2024 – Historic Show and Tell                                                 Come and talk with other community members about Jeffersonville, share your memories, whisper about the scandals.                                  Place: Town of Callicoon Town Hall – 17 Legion St. in Jeffersonville                             Time: 7:00 PM

Friday, November 29th, 2024 The James Dworetsky Holiday Parade                                           Place: Main Street Jeffersonville  Time: 7:00 PM                                  Don’t forget to visit the Backyard Park for the spectacularly decorated Holiday Tree display.

Saturday, December 7th, 2024 – It’s a Swiss Christmas in Jeffersonville. Join us for a fun filled day celebrating Swiss Traditions throughout the Village. Gingerbreads, Fondue, Swiss Market, Christmas Caroling, Swiss Dinner and more!! Don’t forget to visit the Backyard Park for the spectacularly decorated Holiday Tree display.

Friday, December 20th, 2024 – Walking tour of Advent Windows Join us for a walking tour of the advent windows of Jeffersonville a long standing Swiss Tradition of Advent Calendars with a twist (This tour can be done individually – list of participating homes and businesses available at Village Hall) Place: Tour starts at Village Hall, 17 Center Street Time: 7:00 PM Don’t forget to visit the Backyard Park for the spectacularly decorated Holiday Tree display.

January – Jeff Centric New Year New You Celebration. Month long specials at area businesses.

February – I Love Jeff, come to Jeff, hang out, and discover all the reasons to fall in love with Jeffersonville

Thursday, February 6th, 2025 – Historic Show and Tell. Come and talk with other community members about Jeffersonville, share your memories, whisper about the scandals. Place: Town of Callicoon Town Hall – 17 Legion St. in Jeffersonville Time: 7:00 PM

Saturday, March 15th, 2025 – St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Place: Main Street Jeffersonville                Time: 1:00 PM

April – Jeff Festifool. Join us at Toast for an evening of laughs and Foolery – Comedians and more

Thursday, May 1st, 2025 – Historic Show and Tell. Come and talk with other community members about Jeffersonville, share your memories, whisper about the scandals.

Place: Town of Callicoon Town Hall – 17 Legion St. in Jeffersonville Time: 7:00 PM

Monday, May 26th, 2025 - Memorial Day Ceremony in Park Place: The Backyard Park (21 Lovett Lane). Time: 2:30 PM

Saturday, June 14th, 2025 – Party in the Park. Let’s Celebrate Dad with live music and BBQ. Place: The Backyard Park (21 Lovett Lane). Time: 6:00 PM

Saturday, July 5th, 2025 –Walk down Memory Lane followed by fireworks. Join us for a Parade featuring all the blasts from the past!!! Antique automobiles, fashionable favorites, historic figures and more! Place: Main Street Jeffersonville. Time: 7:00 PM

Thursday, August 7th, 2025 –Historic Show and Tell. Come and talk with other community members about Jeffersonville, share your memories, whisper about the scandals.. Place: Town of Callicoon Town Hall – 17 Legion St. in Jeffersonville       Time: 7:00 PM

Saturday, August 9th, 2025– Block Party in the Park. You bring your family and your food, we will provide the games and entertainment.. Place: The Backyard Park (21 Lovett Lane)Time: 4:00 PM

Saturday, September 13th, 2025 – Jeff Jamboree

Friday and Saturday, October 10th and 11th, 2025 Oktoberfest. Join us for a fun filled couple of days celebrating the Village’s German Heritage. There will be Breweries, Games, Food Vendors and more..     Sample the brews, challenge your friends to a keg roll eat ‘til you can’t take another bite and most Importantly – show off your lederhosen!!                          Place: All over the Village        Time: Schedules available Summer 2025

Saturday, October 11th, 2025Sealing of Time Capsule Place: Village Hall, 17 Center St. Time: 7:00 PM