Community Corner
Evanston Celebrating National Night Out Aug. 5
Neighbors are encouraged to host or attend events in their neighborhoods to take a unified stand against crime.
The following is from the City of Evanston:
Evanston community members are encouraged to take a stand against crime by participating in this year’s “National Night Out” Celebration on Tuesday, August 5, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Now celebrating its 31st year, National Night Out is a unique crime prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW). It is designed to (1) Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; (2) Generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime programs; (3) Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and (4) Send a message to criminals letting them know the neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.
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Rather than hosting one large event that draws community members out of their respective neighborhoods, Evanston residents are encouraged to host or attend events in their own neighborhoods to take a unified stand against crime and social disorder where they live. Residents and community organizations can get involved by participating in or planning a neighborhood block party or cookout; scheduling a visit from the police and fire departments; planning a parade or flashlight walk; designing a float; or sponsoring a youth crime- and drug-free activity. Additionally, residents are asked to turn on their front porch lights that evening as a display of unity.
See a list of planned 2014 National Night Out events in Evanston.
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To register a National Night Out event, please email Evanston Police Officer Loyce Spells,lspells@cityofevanston.org, with contact information, group name, and the location, time and a description of the event. Community members can also call Officer Spells at 847-859-7843, or contact their Problem Solving Team (PST) Beat Officer at 847-866-5019. Those organizing National Night Out events are asked to please register and confirm their events on or before Saturday, August 2, 2014.
Materials, such as banners, balloons, t-shirts and other prizes can be ordered through the NATW website, at www.natw.org.
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