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'National Night Out' works to combat crime, build stronger relationships with community

Posted at 4:40 AM, Aug 02, 2016
and last updated 2016-08-08 10:02:08-04

The 33rd “National Night Out,” also known as "America's Night Out Against Crime," is occurring Tuesday night across the nation.

Police departments will work to improve relationships between law enforcement and the community.

Police violence across the country has raised discussions on how to improve the relationships between police and the community.

"National Night Out" is supposed to be a night of fun but also present an opportunity for local officers to have conversations with the people they protect.

The Riviera Beach Police department will be meeting with members of the community at the Wells Recreation Center to work to bridge the gap in the community.

"National Night Out" is also an effort reduce crime and keep drugs out of neighborhoods.

This is supposed to be an informal night, so the public is urged to attend.  Tuesday’s event in Riviera Beach will be held from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Wells Recreation Center located at 409 Avenue H W, West Palm Beach, FL 33404.

Other area events include:

Martin County

• 300 SE ST. LUCIE BLVD. IN STUART

St. Lucie County
• 4:30 p.m. - Spanish Lakes Fairways - Dinner - Meet & Greet @ Clubhouse
• 4:30 p.m. - Spanish Lakes Country Club - Potluck Dinner - Meet & Greet @ Clubhouse
• 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. - District 1 - Light Refreshments - Meet & Greet @ SLSO Substation Indrio Crossing
• 5 p.m. - Golden Ponds NW/District 2 COP - Food - Live Entertainment - Meet & Greet @ Clubhouse
• 5 p.m. - Whispering Creek - Cookies & Coffee @ Clubhouse
• 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. - District 3 - Refreshments - Meet & Greet @ SLCSO Juanita Substation  

Central St. Lucie County
• 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. - District 9 - Hotdogs & Chips & Dessert @ Jaycee Park (Melaleuca Drive) - Pavilion #5 *Partnering w/ FPPD COP from Colonnades
• 6 p.m. - Gray Twig - Potluck Dinner @ 2512 Gray Twig Lane
• 6 p.m. - Admiral Street - Meet & Greet - Refreshments - 1909 Edgevale Road (corner Edgevale Rd/Forest Place)
• 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sandhill MPH - Hotdogs & Drinks - Meet & Greet - (3200 South 7th St.)

Southern St. Lucie County
• 3 p.m.   Guardians of River Park - Potluck Dinner at River Park Marina
• 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.       Spanish Lakes One COP/NW - Pot Luck Dinner - Meet & Greet at Clubhouse
• 6 p.m.  Tropical Isles - Ice Cream Social at Clubhouse
• 6 p.m. La Buona Vita - Ice Cream Social at Clubhouse
• 6 p.m. Savanna Club COP/NW - Dinner - DJ Music - Meet & Greet @ "The Cove" Clubhouse (3490 Crabapple Drive)
• 6 p.m. Lake Forest SLW - Food - Entertainment - Kids Games - Raffles - DJ @ Clubhouse (225 SW Maclay Way PSL)

Delray Beach

• The Delray Beach Police Department will host a rally at the Delray Beach Tennis Center at 201 West Atlantic Ave.  Delray Beach residents are invited to enjoy free children's activities, music, food and entertainment.