07/31/2019
Sharing the GRPD Press Release...I did narrow down the DJ post...
Police Department and neighborhoods celebrate National Night Out
Published on July 31, 2019
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Grand Rapids Police Department (GRPD) and residents citywide will join millions of neighborhoods and law enforcement agencies across the country Tuesday, Aug. 6 in supporting the 34th annual National Night Out. The local crime and drug prevention event is sponsored by GRPD and many neighborhood associations and block clubs across the city.
The goal of National Night Out is to:
Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness
Generate support for and participation in local anti-crime efforts
Strengthen relationships between community and police
Demonstrate neighborhood unity in addressing crime and deterioration
During National Night Out, residents are asked to lock their doors, turn on outside lights and spend the evening outdoors on porches, lawns, streets or in parks with their neighbors. Many neighborhoods throughout the city will host a variety of special events. GRPD representatives will visit the events throughout the evening.
Julie Niemchick, GRPD’s crime prevention coordinator, says criminal activity decreases significantly or goes away altogether when residents and police become involved in improving neighborhoods.
“National Night Out is a chance for residents to build relationships in a fun and positive way,” Niemchick said. “Some neighborhoods have chosen to make this night particularly significant by offering a variety of family friendly activities to get everyone involved.”
NORTHEAST CITIZEN ACTION ASSOCIATION (NECAA)
Beckwith Hills Christian Reformed Church, 2100 Chelsea Drive NE
6 to 8 p.m.
Activities: Games, face painting, music by DJ Don, sub sandwiches and ice cream
Contact: Betsy Hernandez, 616.304.7245 or [email protected]