National Night Out: Chicago, suburban police departments hosting events to strengthen community relationships

CHICAGO (WLS) — Tuesday is National Night Out, an annual event designed to enhance community bonds by strengthening the connection between law enforcement and residents.

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National Night Out takes place every year on the first Tuesday in august.

Chicago and suburban police departments will host events for this community.

Here is a list of some local events happening:

Chicago – Navy Pier
When: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Navy Pier

Chicago – Englewood
When: 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Ogden Park, 6500 S Racine

Chicago – Beverly Park
When: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: 2460 W. 102nd Street

Romeoville
When: 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: Romeoville Police Dept. at 1050 W Romeo Rd.

West Chicago
When: 630 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: The Shell at Reed-Keppler Park

Palos Park
The village plans several events to engage the community.
-Public Safety Forum: Scheduled for 12:30 p.m. at Cog Hill Country Club.
-Scam Awareness: Taking place at 2 p.m. at 8999 W. 123rd.
-Touch-A-Truck: Hosted from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on The Village Green.

Aurora
Twenty-seven events are planned throughout Aurora. To see the full list of events, click here.

Gary, Indiana
When: 5 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Where: RailCats Stadium

Crown Point, Indiana
When: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Crown Point Sports Complex

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