On Tuesday, Aug. 6, the Newark Police Department will observe National Night Out, a community-outreach event designed to foster links between law enforcement and the community it serves, and to strengthen anti-crime efforts by getting citizens more engaged with their police.
The annual event, celebrated by communities across the country since 1984, is also a chance for Newarkers to meet with their local cops -- and to have a lot of family fun, too.
Department personnel will be at Kasberger Field, 3rd Avenue and N. 5th Street, from 2 to 10 pm, where there will also be bouncy rides for the kids, food vendors, a medical screening station courtesy of UMDNJ as well as other attractions.
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In addition, the police and fire departments will go head-to-head for a softball game beginning at 4 pm.
As we reported yesterday, several churches are also taking part, hosting NNO events throughout the city. For a complete list, click here.Find out what's happening in Newarkfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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