Community Events Across The Area
Fighting crime, building community harmony and having fun are themes of National Night Out Against Crime events that local police precincts across the Times Newsweekly coverage area are holding this Tuesday night, Aug. 5.
All are invited to enjoy the block party-style events held at public plazas, most of which will feature free food and entertainment, rides for children, crime prevention tips and health screenings.
Held in 49 of 50 states (Texas holds their National Night Out in October), the nationwide event aims to strengthen the bond between local law enforcement and the communities they serve. More than 37 million people in over 15,000 communities across the U.S. and Canada participated in National Nights Out last year.
This Tuesday’s events in the Times Newsweekly coverage area include the following:
104th Precinct: Ridgewood
Free rides and refreshments, health screenings and community vendors will be offered at the 104th Precinct’s National Night Out in Ridgewood this Tuesday.
Sponsored by the 104th Precinct Community Council, the event takes place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Joseph Mafera Park, located at the corner of 65th Place and Catalpa Avenue.
For more information, call Det. Thomas Bell or P.O. Tony Jimenez of the 104th Precinct Community Affairs Unit at 1-718-386-2431.
83rd Precinct: Bushwick
Forging a stronger union between police and Bushwick residents is the theme of the 83rd Precinct’s National Night Out this Tuesday evening at Maria Hernandez Park.
Co-sponsored by the 83rd Precinct Community Council, the 83rd Precinct Youth Council and the 83rd Precinct Community Affairs Unit, the event will take place from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the park located off the intersection of Knickerbocker Avenue and Suydam Street.
As noted in a letter from the 83rd Precinct, the event “will concentrate on promoting a relationship” between police, “community based organizations, governmental agencies and, most importantly, the community.”
For more information, call Det. Damarys Franco of P.O. Natalie Robinson at 1-718-574-1697 or email damarys.franco@nypd.org.
102nd Precinct: Richmond Hill
The 102nd Precinct’s National Night Out in Richmond Hill this Tuesday promises to be a multicultural gathering promoting community spirit.
The event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday night in Forest Park near the Buddy Memorial, located at the corner of Myrtle Avenue and Park Lane South. Fidelis Care and Majestic Marquise catering hall are among the event’s cosponsors.
Call Police Officers Jose Severino or Brendan Noonan of the 102nd Precinct Community Affairs Unit at 1-718-805-3215 or 102nd Precinct Community Council President Latchman Budhai at 1-917- 660-0434 for additional information.
106th Precinct: So. Ozone Park
South Ozone Park will play host to this year’s 106th Precinct National Night Out scheduled to take place from 5:30 to 9 p.m. this Tuesday at P.O. Edward Byrne Park, located off the intersection of North Conduit Avenue and 135th Place.
Guests will enjoy free refreshments, music and giveaways while also learning about crime prevention tips and other information.
For additional details, call Det. Kenneth Zorn or P.O. Brenda Reddick of the 106th Precinct at 1- 718-845-2228.
108th Precinct: Long Island City
Everyone is invited to enjoy free activities and entertainment held by the 108th Precinct during its National Night Out from 5 to 9 p.m. this Tuesday at John Andrews Playground, located on 49th Avenue between Vernon Boulevard and Fifth Street, adjacent to the precinct’s Long Island City stationhouse.
For more information, call the 108th Precinct Community Affairs Unit at 1-718-784-5420.
110th Precinct: Corona
Flushing Meadows-Corona Park plays host to the 110th Precinct’s National Night Out, which will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday near the park entrance on 111th Street between 54th and 55th avenues.
Along with various fun and games, children will get a chance to enjoy rides on the nearby Flushing Meadows Carousel and visit animals at the Queens Zoo’s petting zoo.
For more information, contact P.O. Janine Rivera of the 110th Precinct Community Affairs Unit at 1-718-476-9310.
112th Precinct: Forest Hills
From barbecue to arts and crafts and even karate demonstrations, there will be something for everyone at the 112th Precinct’s National Night Out this Tuesday in Forest Hills.
Co-sponsored by the precinct and the 112th Precinct Community Council, the event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at MacDonald Park, located at the intersection of Queens and Yellowstone boulevards. In the event of inclement weather, the festivities will be moved to the nearby Forest Park Jewish Center, located at 106-06 Queens Blvd.
Residents can learn more by calling Det. Gigi Redzematovic of the 112th Precinct Community Affairs Unit at 1-718-520-9321 or by visiting the precinct council’s Facebook page, www.facebook.com/ 112thPrecinctCommunityCouncil.
