August 5, 2014, 6-9 PM on the Town Common

The Town of Billerica Police department will be holding its annual National Night Out event on Tuesday August 5, from 6-9 pm.  The Town would like to invite everyone to come join us in the Billerica Town Common.

National Night Out is designed to; Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support for and participation in local anti-crime efforts, strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships, and send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.

This is a great opportunity to meet members of the Police, Paramedics, Firefighters, and DPW and get up close and see their emergency vehicles.  Bryson Lang, a quick witted comedian with mind blowing juggling skills will be performing.  The Billerica Recreation department is featuring the Country Mile Band for the Concerts on the Common series.  The Billerica Public Library will be hosting their Annual Ice Cream Social.   Massachusetts State Police Air Wing Unit is conducting a fly-over (weather permitting).  U.S. Army National Guard Unit 211^th Military Police Battalion will have Military vehicles for viewing.  NEMLEC and the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Department will have their Bear-Cat available for viewing and photo opportunities. The Billerica Council on Aging will be providing FREE popcorn for the evening.  Billerica and Local Police K-9 handlers will be conducting demonstrations.  The Billerica Police Honor Guard “GRILL TEAM” will be selling Hamburgers and hot dogs to help raise money for new equipment.  The Billerica (PAL) Police Athletic League in conjunction with the Billerica Recreation Department will be hosting a street hockey game.

There will be an assigned area to register for PAL street hockey and flag football for the fall season.  Contact Officer Michele Glavin at 978-667-1212, or the Billerica Recreation Department at 978-671-0921, for further information.

Any questions or interested sponsors please contact Lt. Troy Opland or Lt. Greg Katz at 978-667-1212.

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