Monday, August 2, 2010

Queens Communities Getting Safer Everyday

Queens, NY communities are getting safer everyday as the city celebrates the 27th annual National Night Out Against Crime on August 3, 2010. Throughout the city, each borough precinct will be celebrating with a community gathering that is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch.

The event is designed to heighten the crime and drug prevention, strengthen neighborhood spirit, generate support and participation in local anti-crime programs and strengthen police-community partnerships. For those who are interested in participating in the National Night Out Against Crime, we have a schedule of all events.



National Night Out Against Crime in Queens, New York:

* 102nd Precinct – At Buddy Memorial on Park Lane South and Myrtle Avenue from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Everyone attending will get to enjoy free refreshments, live music, gifts and entertainment.

* 103rd Precinct – In Rufus King Park at Jamaica Avenue and 153rd Street from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Entertainment and activities include performances by oldies and doo-wop band, blow up rides, face painting and free food. There will also be an honors ceremony to recognize outstanding community service.

* 104th Precinct – In Joseph P. Mafera Park at 65th Place and 68th Avenue from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. There will be a short class on public safety along with free refreshments and entertainment.

* 105th Precinct – In Cabbell Park at 121st Avenue and Francis Lewis Boulevard from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Attendees will enjoy blow-up rides, music, games, free food and face painting. There will also be informational booths about crime prevention. The cop of the year award will also be given at this event.

* 106th Precinct – In Joseph P. Addobbo Park at 133rd Avenue between 81st and 83rd streets from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. There will be demonstrations of police resources, crime prevention displays, safety information, VIN etching, child fingerprinting, novelty giveaways, music, refreshments, and local organization and business information.

For information about the events of 107th through 115th Precincts, you can visit this website.

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