Stop by McHenry County's National Night Out events Aug. 1

The McHenry County Conservation District, McHenry County Sheriff's Office and the Wonder Lake Fire Protection District team up to celebrate National Night Out Against Crime to promote crime prevention and safety programs, while strengthening police-community partnerships and encouraging neighborhood camaraderie. An action-packed evening is planned with food and fun for the whole family.

All communities of McHenry County are invited to stop by for complimentary food and beverages and enjoy the ongoing activities. The event will be held from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1, at Harrison Benwell Conservation Area, 7055 McCullom Lake Road, Wonder Lake.

Information booths include Project S.W.E.E.P., Sheriff's Office Explorers, volunteer and other programs. Various police and fire equipment will be on display.

Special demonstrations are scheduled throughout the evening. There will be extrications at 5 and 6:50 p.m. by the Wonder Lake Fire Protection District. Check out the Precision Motorcycle Riding at 5:20 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. by McHenry County Conservation District Police. There also will be a Police K9 demonstration at 5:45 p.m. by the McHenry County Sheriff's Office.

National Night Out is celebrated annually the first Tuesday of August. The goal is to promote crime prevention and safety programs, strengthen police-community partnerships, and encourage neighborhood camaraderie in hopes for a safer McHenry County and America. "America's Night Against Crime" began in 1984 and is celebrated in all 50 states.

Check for event updates the McHenry County Sheriff's Office Facebook page at www.facebook.com/McHenryCountySheriff/ or the McHenry County Conservation District's website at www.MCCDistrict.org or by calling (815) 338-2144.