The City of Naperville is excited to be expanding National Night Out to three events this August. National Night Out is a nationwide campaign designed to heighten drug prevention and crime awareness, generate support and participation in local anti-crime efforts and strengthen neighborhood spirit and police community partnerships. National Night Out is Tuesday, Aug. 2.
Support Little Friends
For the first time the City of Naperville is hosting a community kick-off event at Centennial Beach from 5 to 8PM on Mon., August 1. Admittance is free with a nonperishable food donation for the Little Friends nonprofit organization. Enjoy water demonstrations, entertainment and a limited amount of food and beverages will be provided.
National Night Out / August 2
On Tues., August 2, neighborhoods throughout Naperville and across the nation will be turning on their outdoor lights, locking their doors and spending the evening outside with their neighbors. National Night Out is an opportunity for residents to come together, meet new neighbors and reconnect with old ones. Cohesive neighborhoods are a significant key to preventing and reducing crime. It’s important for all of us to come together for the shared goal of a safe community.
On National Night Out members from the Naperville Police, Naperville Fire, Public Works, Animal Control, Electric and Water Utility departments along with the Naperville Park District Police will visit many of the registered neighborhood events. If your neighborhood would like to participate in the block party events, please register with the City of Naperville on our website.
Emergency Equipment Show /August 7
National Night Out events will culminate by bringing back the popular Emergency Vehicle Show from 10AM to 2PM on Sun., August 7, in downtown Naperville on Jackson Street between Eagle and Main Streets. Fans of all ages are invited to explore the vehicles, some of which are approximately 75 years old. More modern equipment, such as S.W.A.T. and tactical and other emergency vehicles also will be on display.
To register for neighborhood events or for additional information, please visit the City’s website at www.naperville.il.us/nno.aspx.
Until next month…Stay aware and stay safe.
