The City of Richland invites all citizens to attend the annual National Night Out and City Fair event on Tuesday, August 6, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The event is in Howard Amon Park, 500 Amon Park Drive, near the Fingernail Stage. The first 300 will receive a free shaved ice treat compliments of the Richland Police Foundation. There will be 5 food/beverage vendors and lots of give-aways.
National Night Out is a national community-building campaign to bring neighbors and law enforcement together to focus on community safety and strengthen relationships between the public and emergency services. In addition to public safety personnel, citizens will also have the opportunity to visit with other city department representatives and learn more about all City services and resources. Attendees will enjoy fun activities, learn more about City services, and participate in department demonstrations. The opening ceremony will begin at 5:00 p.m. on the Fingernail Stage. After the ceremony, kids twelve and under are encouraged to complete a City Pass to be eligible to win one of 28 new bicycles! (20 were donated by Hayden Homes.) Entertainment is provided by the Knutzen Brothers. Richland Fire & Emergency Services will present HeartSafe Richland / Hands-Only CPR Training where kids and adults can easily learn this life-saving skill. The free demonstration will take place at the Fingernail Stage at 6:00 p.m. Lee Boulevard at Amon Park Drive will be closed to vehicular traffic. Take the free shuttle from City Hall to the park, a limited number of parking spots are also available near the Richland Community Center and along the park. Foot and bicycle transportation is encouraged. The food vendors and park concessionaire items are available for purchase.
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