The Village of Pleasant Prairie Police and Fire & Rescue Departments invite the community to Prairie Springs Park on Tuesday, August 1, to celebrate National Night Out. This nationwide community-building campaign promotes community partnerships and safety in local neighborhoods. This celebratory kick-off event will occur between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the Ball Field Pavilion, near the south ball diamonds, at 9900 Terwall Terrace.
"Come out to the celebration on August 1 to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the 40th Annual National Night Out," stated Pleasant Prairie Chief of Police David Smetana. "Guests will have an opportunity to join Pleasant Prairie public safety teams for an evening of fun, camaraderie, and community engagement to work toward building stronger neighborhoods and enhancing public safety."
The celebration in Prairie Springs Park will feature various activities for all ages. Attendees can engage with public safety personnel and enjoy event features like bounce houses, games, emergency vehicle tours, music, safety demonstrations, and more. Complimentary food and beverages will be provided. Attendees will be able to ask questions to gain insight into the vital role of public safety departments and the services they provide to protect and serve the community.
National Night Out focuses on building stronger communities by fostering positive interactions and open communication between local public safety departments and neighbors. It also raises awareness about various safety measures and the importance of establishing Neighborhood Watch programs with emergency preparedness plans. The event marks the beginning of the National Night Out celebration. It encourages attendees to continue the festivities by organizing block parties or neighborhood gatherings to help foster and strengthen relationships among neighbors.
If residents plan to hold a neighborhood gathering, please email
[email protected] and include a detailed description of your activities (locations, time, schedule, number of people, activities, etc.). Pleasant Prairie Police and Fire & Rescue personnel will visit as many parties as possible. If the plan includes closing a street, you must also submit for a Block Party Permit from the Village Clerk (fees will apply). Members of Pleasant Prairie Police and Fire & Rescue are grateful to all individuals and organizations willing to support National Night Out and sincerely thank current sponsors, EMCO and PepsiCo, for their generous contributions.