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Spring Valley’s National Night Out event set for Aug. 1 in Kirby Park

Event will take place from 5 to 8 p.m.

By Shaw Local News Network

Danielle Simpson 5, (center) of Spring Valley wins the 5-year-old petal car race during the National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022 at Kirby Park in Spring Valley. (Scott Anderson)

Spring Valley’s National Night Out event will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 1 at Kirby Park. This year marks the 40th observance of the event nationally.

The event is a time set aside for police officers and community members to meet in a casual and fun setting.

This year’s event will include music and a selfie booth by Guys on Radio, a performance from Ballet Folklorico de Colores, four bounce houses, face painting and henna, 10/33 Ambulance and Spring Valley Fire Department water fights, a K-9 demonstration, big wheels races and free food and drinks.

There will also be raffle items for all ages.

In the event of rain or bad weather, the event will be at Hall High School gymnasium, 800 W. Erie St.

Illinois State Police K-9 Blitz, does a K-9 demonstration during the National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022 at Kirby Park in Spring Valley. (Scott Anderson)