Communities celebrate National Night Out August 6
National Night Out is August 6, providing community members a free and fun opportunity to meet neighbors and local police officers.
National Night Out started in1984 as a way to encourage the community to get involved in crime-prevention, sending a message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. Organizers often fold food and family-friendly activities into the event. This year’s participating communities include:
Kalamazoo County
· Kalamazoo: Arcadia Neighborhood Assoc., Arcadia School, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
· Kalamazoo: Eastside Neighborhood Assoc., Rockwell Park, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
· Kalamazoo: Edison Neighborhood Assoc., 816 Washington, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.