Want something to do tonight? Be part of the annual National Night Out. The idea behind it is to get people out of their homes to mingle, to get to know each other. It’s intended to help build neighborhood solidarity and friendship and get people involved in crime-prevention activities. The result is to put the bad guys on notice that we’re fed up with their crimes and are organized and unified enough to take back our neighborhoods.
There are National Night Out events which you can participate in. Otherwise, grab some lawn chairs and sodas, invite neighbors to join you, and talk about the kids, pets–preferably not about politics or religion–and how you, as a group, can make your neighborhood a safer place.
See you there!