Tonight- You're Invited to attend National Night Out

COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

OFFICE OF COUNCILMEMBER ANITA BONDS

   

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 15, 2016

Contact: David Meadows

dmeadows@dccouncil.us

(202) 724-8064

 

Tonight- Councilmember Anita Bonds encourages community to attend National Night Out

 

WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to foster stronger relationships between community and police, At-Large Councilmember Anita Bonds encourages District of Columbia residents to attend one of the many National Night Out events this evening, Tuesday, August 2. Councilmember Bonds plans to join the Sixth District Kickoff at River Terrace Park at 5:30PM.

 

National Night Out (NNO) is an annual event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch that takes place on the first Tuesday in August across the United States and Canada. Each year, the Metropolitan Police Department actively participates in National Night Out by interacting with community members throughout the District to join with neighbors and police officers to build stronger relationships between law enforcement and residents to prevent crime, strengthen community and build lasting partnerships.

 

“National Night Out builds and strengthens community-police partnerships where civic, social, and neighborhood groups work together to create safer and stronger communities. I encourage all to attend.” stated Councilmember Anita Bonds who has attended numerous National Night Out events throughout the years as a community leader, Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner, and At-Large Councilmember.

 

Please see the locations for tonight’s activities below: 

 

First District MPD Activities

Description: Join neighbors and friends to enjoy an evening to celebrate community unity, obtain safety information, and recognize our citizen volunteers. Together we can continue to build safer communities!

Location: Sursum Corda/Tyler House // 1112 First Terrace, NW, Time: 4-8 pm

Contact: Carolyn L. Smith, carolynL.smith@dc.gov, (202) 489-9533 

Asian Liaison Unit Event

Description: Together we can continue to build healthier, cleaner and safer communities.

Location: 5th and K Streets, NW, Time: 5:30-7:30 pm

Contact: Kay Gibb, yunfei.gibb@dc.gov, (202) 438-8661

Second District Activities

Description: Join the Second District for National Night out. Entertainment will include a game truck, face painter, a clown making balloons, and moon bounce. Food and refreshments will be served while members of 2D promote crime prevention in our neighborhoods.

Location: Georgetown University // 37th and O Streets, NW, Time: 6-9 pm

Contact: Officer Rhonda Hardy, rhonda.hardy@dc.gov, (202) 270-2286

Third District Activities

Description: The event will have information tables as well as a moon bounce, food and drink.

Location: Bruce Monroe Park // 3000 Georgia Avenue, NW, Time: 6-8 pm

Contact: Marco Santiago, marco.santiago@dc.gov, (202) 671-6604

Fourth District Activities

Description: The theme of the Fourth District's National Night Out celebration is "Inspiring Our Youth to be Productive Citizens." Activities include a youth talent show, music, food, and giveaways.

Location: Emery Recreation Center // 5701 Georgia Avenue, NW, Time: 4-9 pm

Contact: Derek Staten, derek.staten@dc.gov, (202) 270-1640

Fifth District Activities

Description: Join the Fifth District for an evening to celebrate community pride, unity, and most importantly our public safety partnerships.

Location: Brentwood Village Shopping Center // 1300 Rhode Island Avenue, NE, Time: 6-8 pm

Contact: Fayette Vaughn-Lee, fayette.vaughn-lee@dc.gov, (202) 497-0814

Sixth District Activities

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT CITYWIDE KICK-OFF

Description: Join the Metropolitan Police Department for its citywide kick-off of the 2016 National Night Out. Food and refreshment will be served and there will be plenty to do for the whole family. Participate in a community bike ride, test your climbing skills on the rock wall, and enjoy some more restful entertainment during movie night.

Time: 5:30-9 pm

Location: River Terrace Park // Anacostia Avenue and Benning Road, NE

Contact: Julia Irving, julia.irving@dc.gov, (202) 489-9942

Seventh District Activities

Description: Enjoy a National Night Out with your friends at the Seventh District.

Location: Stanton Elementary School // 2701 Naylor Road, SE, Time: 6-8 pm

Contact: Officer Ashley Keels, Ashley.Keels@dc.gov, (202) 439-5475