National Night Out 2016

There's a potluck for the South Street mini station, a coordinated stoop-sit in Fishtown, and a picnic in Graduate Hospital. Gatherings across the city will help raise awareness about safety and crime prevention and strengthen police-community relations. Do a search to find what's going on in your neighborhood.

Where: Neighborhoods at locations across Philly

When: August 2, 2016 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

How much: Free

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