National Night Out Crime Prevention & Safety Fair

On Tuesday, August 1, 2006, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., residents in neighborhoods throughout Long Beach are asked to turn on their porchlights, lock their doors, and spend the evening with neighbors and police.Many neighborhoods throughout Long Beach will be hosting a variety of special events such as block parties and neighborhood potlucks. In addition, our Crime Prevention Unit is inviting the community toparticipate in a "National Night Out Crime Prevention and Safety Fair." It will be held in the parking lot of Lowe's Home Improvement, located at 2840 Bellflower Blvd, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The event will highlight Police, City and community crime prevention related resources. Special equipment and vehicles will be on display. You're invited to enjoy the sounds of our very own police band, "Blue Steel." There will be free hot dogs and refreshments. If you need further information about the Crime Prevention and Safety Fair, please contact Police Services Assistant Christa King at (562) 570-7274 or via email at Christa_King@longbeach.gov . You can also contact the Community Relations Office at (562) 570-7215.