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Published Friday, August 01, 2008 8:24 AM

National Night Out 

National Night Out

In 1984, the National Association of Town Watch introduced National Night Out in an effort to unite neighborhoods across the country to send the message, “We’re organized and we’re going to fight back!” to local criminals.

National Night Out started small with only 400 communities in 23 states participating, but since then has grown to 11,125 communities from 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities and military bases worldwide.

This year, National Night Out is scheduled to take place Tuesday, August 5, with the hope of increasing crime and drug prevention awareness, generating support for anti-crime programs and strengthening police and community relationships.

In addition to the traditional National Night Out “lights on” and front porch vigils, communities will participate in block parties, neighborhood walks, safety fairs and even parades!

Get involved! Your community could win top honors and be featured on the National Night Out homepage!

For more information about National Night Out or to get your community involved, go to www.nationalnightout.org.

Is your community doing something for National Night Out? If so, tell us about it!

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# Laura Geraci said on Monday, August 04, 2008 9:47 AM

Bloomingdale, Illinois Police Department and Park District has a wonderful National Night Out program.

The night is planned at the park district pool for open swim along games with prizes for all ages.  We offer free food and a gift upon entering for both children and adults.  A DJ plays music all evening and everyone has a great time.  Last year we had close to 1,000 people attend.