National Night Out
The association held its first National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at East River Van Beaver Park. The event was attended by approximately 75 people. National Night Out, which is a unique safety and community event, is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) and this was its 26th annual year.
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Officer Brian Schilt of the Green Bay Police Department was the guest reader. He read three books to the children regarding safety and what it means to be a good neighbor. Each child received a copy of one of the books courtesy of the neighborhood association. |
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Everyone gets an up close and personal view of the inside of the Green Bay Police Department squad car as Officer Schilt explains the equipment. |
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Green Bay Fire Department’s C Shift Crew from Station No. 5 was on hand. The firefighters and paramedics explain the equipment in the pumper truck and ambulance. |
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The attendees collect various free items, include fingerprinting kits and coloring books from the Green Bay Police Department, 2010 Census items from the Green Bay City Clerk, and popcorn and juice provided by the neighborhood association. |
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Mayor Schmitt mingles with the neighbors and answers questions. |