Neighborhoods Encouraged to Host Block Parties

On Oct. 4, Temple Terrace residents are invited to turn on their porch lights and come together to show criminals they’re fighting back.

Temple Terrace’s will take place at the at 6:30 p.m. Neighborhoods throughout the community can also host a neighborhood watch get-together or block party that night before the activities at the Rec Center begin.

Temple Terrace Police Community Service Officer Tracy Mishler said block parties are a fun way to reacquaint yourself with your neighbors. All you have to do is meet in the front yard and provide refreshments for guests. A member of the will stop by between 5 and 6:30 p.m. to talk to your group.

“Every neighborhood watch is required to have at least one meeting a year,” Mishler said. “This block party will meet your requirement.”

If you plan to have a block party, let Mishler know by emailing tmishler@templeterrace.com or calling 813-506-6529. You’ll need to provide your name, address, telephone number and time of your get-together.