National Night Out - Suffolk, VA

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In 2012, Suffolk is on course to have its largest Night Out event ever! Although National Night Out is officially on the first Tuesday evening of August, there are many National Night Out events planned throughout the year leading up to the big
event. The National Night Out Committee, in partnership with the Suffolk Police Department and the Suffolk Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney, is determined to be number one in 2012, in our population category of 30,000-99,999.

— 2012 National Night Out Events —

Check back often, as we're in the process of updating our website with the most current information!

COMMUNITY KICKOFF
Thursday, May 2012 TBD
6-8 p.m.
City Council Chamber
Community representatives and business operators are invited to officially pre-register their neighborhood or business
to be included in this year’s festivities and be placed on the visitation route of local dignitaries and police/fire units.
Representatives will also receive a National Night Out “Party Box” with lots of great National Night Out information and be able to register to win an official National Night Out 29th Anniversary Banner, along with other door prizes.

ANNUAL DUCK RACE
Friday, June 2012 TBD
5:30 – 9 p.m.
Constant's Wharf Park & Marina
Kick-off your weekend with a T.G.I.F. Party complete with our Annual Duck Race on the lovely waters of the Nansemond River! “Shake your tail feathers” to the sounds of the T.G.I.F. band, sponsored by Parks & Recreation. Visit the National Night Out 2012 Display Tent to get your free ticket to participate in this “wacky” race! Free treats and balloons for the kids.

TGIF/NATIONAL NIGHT OUT EVENT
Friday, July 2012 TBD
5:30 – 9 p.m.
Constant's Wharf Park & Marina
Start your weekend with a T.G.I.F. party and take pleasure in the sounds this week's T.G.I.F. band, sponsored by Parks & Recreation. Be sure to stop by the NNO tent for giveaways, safety info and a list of participating communities in this year’s event.

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT SUNDAY
Sunday, August 5, 2012
Join together as one and pray for our youth, communities, our military and the law enforcement officers
who protect us.

KIDS' DAY/PRE-NATIONAL NIGHT OUT PEP RALLY
Sunday, August 5, 2012
11:00 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Constant's Wharf Park & Marina

THE MAIN EVENT!
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
5:30 p.m.
Animal Care Shelter
Help us bring the first-place trophy back in 2012! Our citizens will be joining over 35 million people nationwide in this 29th anniversary celebration in the fight against crime! Even if you can’t attend a community event, you can still turn on your porch lights as a sign of solidarity. Remember, an alert and cooperative neighborhood is the best defense against crime!
For more information, contact Diana Klink, Media & Community Relations Manager, 514-4104.