MCCD, Sheriff's Office Plan National Night Out

MCCD: McHenry County Conservation District, McHenry County Sheriff’s Office, and the City of McHenry Police Department team up to present National Night Out (NNO) Against Crime, Tuesday, August 6, from 5:00–8:00 p.m. at Petersen Park, 4300 Peterson Park Rd, McHenry, to promote crime prevention and safety programs, while strengthening police-community partnerships and encouraging neighborhood camaraderie. An action-packed evening is planned with food and fun for the whole family.

Stop by for complimentary food and beverages and enjoy the free ongoing activities. Various police equipment will be on display. Play a few midway style games including a climbing wall. Booths include: Electronic Fingerprinting ID System for Children, Project S.W.E.E.P., Sheriff’s Office Explorer, Volunteer and other programs.
Special demonstrations are scheduled throughout the evening: Precision Riding Motorcycle Demo–McHenry County Conservation District & McHenry County Sheriff’s Motor Units; and Police K9 Demo–McHenry County Sheriff's Office.
National Night Out (NNO) is celebrated annually the first Tuesday of August. The goal of NNO is to promote crime prevention and safety programs, strengthen police-community partnerships, and encourage neighborhood camaraderie in hopes for a safer McHenry County and America. NNO “America’s Night Against Crime” began in 1984 and is celebrated in all 50 states.
Check for event updates the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page or the Conservation District’s website www.MCCDistrict.org or by calling (815) 338-2144