On August 4, 2015, WFWP was invited to participate in the 32nd annual National Night Out against Crime in America that was held at the Upper Darby High School. This is a national neighborhood strategy to awaken county participation in a crime watch against drugs. Night Out events promote a partnership between the police and those in the community by fostering awareness of local crime prevention programs. Members of the police departments joined forces to treat the community with fun and entertainment through martial arts demonstrations, dance time, and by hosting many giveaways.

The goal of the Night Out is to bring neighborhoods together as informed and caring communities, and, at the same time, to socialize and forget about computers, phones, and television. Instead it is a time to be out with friends and make new friends and to find out what the police and elected officials are doing to strengthen the neighborhood spirit against crime.

Founded in 1984, America’s Night Out against Crime (see http://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-night-out-day-first-tuesday-in-august/), is a nationwide effort in the US and Canada, to bring community involvement in crime prevention activities and to become partners with the local police in fighting those who commit crime in the community. It takes place on the first Tuesday in August.

For the Pennsylvania Chapter of WFWP, this is the third consecutive time joining this event. It is easy to see why children love this event. Great refreshments are served and the entertainment is fun. It is a peaceful, educational, and entertaining way of helping neighborhoods!

To see the article written by Louis Bolling about the event in The Philadelphia Tribune, go to:
http://www.phillytrib.com/national-night-out-held-at-upper-darby-high-school/article_f21d8b0a-1052-5dad-8d76-ec27513d27df.html#.VcqrHo4yvsw.gmail.