Tom Watkins and Doling Neighborhood Night Out

Neighborhood Night Out is an annual event that is designed to heighten crime prevention awareness while strengthening neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships. Neighborhood residents are encouraged to turn on their porch lights during the evening as a show of unity. Other activities include cookouts, visits from police officers, informational booths, children’s games and activities, and live music. Neighborhood Night Out is the result of a partnership between Community Partnership of the Ozarks, the Springfield Police Department, the City of Springfield, the Springfield-Greene County Park Board, and neighborhood associations.