Red Bank Police To Host National Night Out Event Tuesday

RED BANK, NJ — The Police Department is inviting the community to its annual National Night Out event on Tuesday, Aug. 1, from 6 pm. to 9 p.m. at Count Basie Field, Henry Street.

There will be a chance to meet with police and other first responders, plus a K-9 demonstration. Activities include music and there will be free food and beverages offered.

National Night Out is held in most states on the first Tuesday of August. It began decades ago with residents turning on porch lights, but it now is a community event.

"National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances," the organization establishing the program says on its website.