WEEK AHEAD: Having a block/building party on Night Out this Tuesday?

That photo from Southwest Precinct crime-prevention coordinator Jennifer Satterwhite shows ~800 swag bags for registered Night Out block/building party hosts to pick up tomorrow (if your party is registered, you should have received instructions for pickup). Hundreds of parties are planned around West Seattle for this national celebration of community solidarity and resilience, Tuesday night, August 5. If you’re not hosting or participating in a Night Out party, remember that streets will be closed for block parties, so getting around that night may mean some detouring. We’ll be out covering parties as always so if you’re having one and we’d be welcome to stop by for a photo, let us know – westseattleblog@gmail.com or text 206-293-6302 – or, on Tuesday night, take a pic and send it while you’re partying!

8 Replies to "WEEK AHEAD: Having a block/building party on Night Out this Tuesday?"

  • JA August 4, 2025 (10:32 am)

    What is in the swag bags?

    • WSB August 4, 2025 (11:10 am)

      Crime prevention and safety info, for one (brochures etc.).

      • ok August 4, 2025 (1:05 pm)

        In the past at least they’ve been kid-oriented.  Coloring sheets, activity book, pencils, stickers … that sort of thing. 

  • brian August 4, 2025 (10:55 am)

    I know this is going to come off as glib and snarky but why would anyone need a packet of information how to hang out with your neighbors and eat hot dogs? It’s nearly programmed into human beings to hang out and relax. It’s part of our DNA.

    • WSB August 4, 2025 (11:26 am)

      It’s not suggested as a “need” but the official purpose of Night Out is community safety etc. so the brochures and other items available are meant to enhance that, IF party hosts are interested.

    • Anne August 4, 2025 (3:36 pm)

      Is that what you think it’s all about -getting together for hot dogs? 

      • Jort August 4, 2025 (9:00 pm)

        Yeah? Why not? Sometimes it’s nice to hang out with your neighbors. So what if people just want to eat hot dogs? Who cares?

  • Sillygoose August 4, 2025 (5:04 pm)

    Brian, its “National Night Out for Safety”. Its a time to discuss current crime in your area, share crime statistics etc. The bags have safety information, crayons, coloring sheets, stickers. I always go to the dollar store and suppliment with fire trucks, police cars, bubbles. Kids feel involved and love the officer visits. 

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