Many communities across DeKalb County are participating in National Night Out this year, an initiative promoting relationships between neighborhoods and the police departments who patrol them.
National Night Out is usually held on the first Tuesday in August; this year’s celebration is Aug. 6.
“The goal of National Night Out is to create a safe and healthy community, so we involve residents and public safety personnel,” Chamblee Police Chief Kerry Thomas said in a news release. “This celebration in Chamblee goes above and beyond by having block parties, cookouts, ice cream parties and more — it’s truly neighbors getting to know neighbors while involving our law enforcement.”
Various neighborhoods across DeKalb will host events on Tuesday evening. Here is a round up of some of the larger gatherings:
Dunwoody
The police departments in Dunwoody and Brookhaven are jointly hosting an event from 6-9 p.m. at the Target parking lot at 100 Perimeter Center Place. There will be police and fire demonstrations, entertainment and free food.
Tucker
The city is collaborating with the DeKalb County Police Department to host a free community picnic from 6-8 p.m. at Brockett Elementary School, 1855 Brockett Road. In addition to free dinner, there will also be Cracker Jack and apple pie desserts.
Clarkston
Join city leaders and police officers at Milam Park, 3867 Norman Road, from 6-8:30 p.m. There will be free food, games, book giveaways and public safety demonstrations.
Doraville
National Night Out will take place from 4-8 p.m. at the Farmers Market, 5600 Buford Highway. Agencies scheduled to participate include the Drug Enforcement Administration, U.S. Attorney's Office, Georgia State Patrol and DeKalb County Solicitor-General's Office, and there will be activities for children and families.
Stonecrest
Meet the mayor and city council members, along with representatives from DeKalb’s police and fire departments at the Stonecrest City Hall, 3120 Stonecrest Blvd. The event will be held from 5:30-8:30 p.m. and includes food, games and prizes.
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