Sixteen years ago, Sean and Shannon White had an idea for bringing the community together. And that, was the founding notion behind their annual Halloween party.
The Whites are a name synonymous with the Hackett community. The couple is well respected and generous of their time and resources. Both continually look for ways to aid their town and its citizens, humbly and quietly.
The annual Halloween event is one they both look forward to hosting each year. “We started it because I wanted an event in which kids and parents could have homemade goodies and feel 100% safe,” Shannon White stated. “I remember from childhood how it felt to get a popcorn ball or candied apple at a neighbor’s house and I wanted folks to experience that special and safe feeling.”
Sean White echoed that sentiment sharing, “we wanted to give the kids in this area something fun and safe to do on Halloween.”
The couple hosts well over 1,000 guests each year. They serve up hotdogs, nachos, cookies, punch and of course, good CANDY!
“We can’t count the number of those attending because we are so busy from the time we open the gates,” added Shannon White. “It’s so rewarding each year…”
Photos from the White’s annual Halloween party 2023 (RNN photos / Joey Bolin Photography).
Longtime attendee and Hackett resident, Renee Trent, shared her experience: “The Whites bring the community together in a way I’ve not ever seen anyone else master with their alluring and inviting Halloween party. Second to none, beginning with the decorations and connected by activities, food and fellowship, Shannon and Sean truly define the word ‘community.’ While the couple even calls it ‘The Chief’s Halloween Party,’ we all know that behind the scenes is a mom, a leader and a friend that has put much thought and effort into the festivities as she puts into her family and her husband’s reputation as the town Police Chief. Amongst the servant hearts that provide you will find Mrs. White’s mom and dad and the White’s children who are all grown now.
I think its a pretty neat little soiree that all the town people look forward to each year.”
The Whites will, of course be hosting the event this year. Sean White stated that they had completed the outdoor decorations. The event was slated for October 31 at 5:30 p.m. until they run out of goodies. The party is hosted at their residence, located at 201 South Main in Hackett.
