Hello all! Here is some info to share about the upcoming National Night Out!

In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of National Night Out, the Metropolitan Police Department is sponsoring events in each police district.

On August 5th, it's National Night Off Kickoff from 4 - 8 pm. Join area police and public safety agencies, neighbors, and friends to celebrate 25 years of successful partnerships. Entertainment, activities for children, fingerprinting, games, military and police equipment, and live concert featuring headline acts will take place on the National Mall at 4th Street NW/SW.

What is National Night Out? National Night Out is designed to:

- Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness;
- Generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs;
- Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and
- Send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back