Neighborhoods around town organized block parties in partnership with the Piedmont Police Department as part of the annual National Night Out event on Aug. 1. The community-building event takes place across the country every year and is aimed at building relationships between the community and police. Piedmont’s Fire Department also joins in on the event, to the delight of the town’s youngest residents who get an up-close look at the city’s fire engines and ambulance.
National Night Out is all about building connections, strengthening partnerships, and promoting safety. Together, we are creating a safer and more united community, and we couldn’t have done it without all of your help and support.
We had a great time and hope you did too! It is never too early to plan ahead so mark your calendars for NNO next year on Aug. 6, 2024.
Piedmont Police Department Instagram post on Aug. 2
A firefighter hands out emergency cards to residents 
Firefighters Niko Christ and Tariq Harless speak with a Waldo Avenue resident 
Firefighters Niko Christ and Tariq Harless in front of the Piedmont Fire Department Ambulance 
Scenic Avenue resident Cathy Dinnean learns about the features of Engine 1 
El Cerrito Avenue residents get to meet and ask questions of the police and fire crews 
Police Officer Castillo after showing features of an officers patrol car to an interested young resident 
Firefighters give adults and children the chance to see and learn about Engine 1 
Residents of Waldo Avenue enjoy food, a bounce house and discussions with police and firefighters 
Megan Wittich, who helped coordinate the event on Waldo Avenue, with her son George 
Neighbors on El Cerrito Avenue talk with firefighters and police officers 
Residents of El Cerrito Avenue talk with Piedmont first responders.