Night to Unite
Date and Time
Tuesday Aug 6, 2024
Description
Night to Unite is a nationwide, annual event that offers residents a unique opportunity to get to know their neighbors, chat with local law enforcement officials, and ultimately build a safer community.
From a backyard barbecue to a pool party, each neighborhood can decide how they want to celebrate the event. Some neighborhoods have potlucks, pizza parties, or ice cream socials, while others choose to simply sit on the lawn and visit with one another.
Step 3: Plan your event
Design an event that fits your block. Your block is unique and your event can reflect that. Participate in any kind of event that suits you and your neighbors.
Have a planning meeting. Even the simplest event requires some planning. Plus, if you don?t want to do all the work yourself - get some volunteers at the planning meeting.
How will you involve children? Kids bring great energy and enthusiasm to NTU events. Get all ages busy with your NTU planning this year. Involving children and teens can also have a great long-term benefit for your block. Recent research shows
that crime rates are lowest where young people and adults
share a close bond.
Where will you hold your event?
- Lawn or park
- Cul de Sac
- Garage
- Street
Decide the details:
- Do you want to have refreshments?
- Do you want to have entertainment?
(What kind and who will provide it?) - Do you want to feature any special group activities?
Step 4: Invite your neighbors
- Make an NTU sign and put it in your yard.
- Make an invitation flyer.
- One week before NTU, hand out the flyers to all of your neighbors.
- Tell everyone you see about the upcoming event.
Step 5: Have fun at Night to Unite!
- Make sure to have Name Tags!
- Post photos on your neighborhood social media page (get permission from parents/guardians for minors).
- Gather email addresses of neighbors if you are an organized NW (Neighborhood Watch) group; if not, discuss starting a group.
- Enjoy the event.
Step 6: Donate to CAER Food Shelf
Giving Back to the Community
During Night to Unite the Elk River Police Department asks neighborhoods to collect non-perishable food items in an effort to give back to the community we serve. If your group is so inclined, you may want to collect supplies at your NTU Party for:
CAER Food Shelf
12621 Elk Lake Road NW 763.441.1020
Donations accepted:
- Non-perishable food items
- Paper products
- Personal Hygiene items
- Monetary donations
NOTICE: Please note on the registration form if someone from the neighborhood will be bringing the donations to CAER or if you want ERPD to pick up the donations the day after Night to Unite.
