Community Corner
National Night Out hosted by Niles Police at St. John Brebeuf
Designed to promote family fun and neighborhood unity, NNO also educates residents on crime prevention and safety.
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St. John Brebeuf is the site for this year's National Night Out hosted by the Niles Police Department Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the church which has been an integral part of the community for 65 years.
Niles Police Department will host its National Night Out (NNO) at St. John Brebeuf, 8307 N. Harlem Avenue, Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 6 to 9 p.m. The Police Department, Village departments, and local businesses will come together in a collaborative effort to produce and promote crime prevention ideas to local residents. The NNO theme this year is “Crime...Report It, Don't Support It.”
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The event includes fun activities for all the family, adults and children. It will include everything from free food and giveaways to learning about different safety prevention tips. A live reptile show, a donut eating contest, a bouncy house and a dunk tank which will be staffed by Niles Police are just some of the highlights of the evening which will conclude with a flashlight walk through the neighborhood. Niles Police will provide glow sticks or you can bring your own flashlight.
National Night Out Against Crime which was introduced nationally in 1984 has grown from 2.5 million participants in its first year to over 30 million in more than 10,000 communities across America at locations such as St. John Brebeuf. Thecommunity-building campaign promotes police community partnerships and helps make communities safer, more caring places to live.
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“We look forward to welcoming the community to St. John Brebeuf at this event that enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community,” said Fr. Michael G. Meany, pastor.
A community landmark since construction in 1964, the church at 8307 N. Harlem Avenue has been an integral part of Niles for 65 years. For information, please visit www.sjbrebeuf.org, or call 847-966-8145.
