TAMPA, Fla., (WFLA) – The placement for the annual “Tampa Evening Out” is altering this yr, however the message continues to be the identical: Tampa Police are right here to assist.
The division says this yr’s occasion is larger than ever.
This yr, the occasion will probably be at Buc’s Seaside at Raymond James on Wednesday, November 20.
TPD stated this serves as a chance for officers and the group to attach and construct a stronger relationship.
“So, this implies our neighborhood watch coordinators, all of our neighbors, our residents and we simply needed to deliver them into one enjoyable, implausible place the place we will do one thing for the group, give again tonight, and simply meet your neighbors,” stated Jamel Michini, Group Partnership Coordinator for TPD
Since Thanksgiving is correct across the nook, they are going to be doing a turkey giveaway the place 600 turkeys will probably be accessible on a first-come, first-serve foundation.
“We all know that persons are nonetheless struggling because the hurricanes, we all know a whole lot of households nonetheless have meals insecurities, are nonetheless trying to see the place they will get an entire meal for the vacation season,” Michini stated.
The occasion may have loads of distributors and family-friendly actions.
Jamel Michini, with TPD, stated they’re bringing everybody collectively will deliver a higher sense of group and connection.
“All of us simply need to be certain that we’re searching for each other, and we’re all coming collectively tonight simply to hug one another, love on each other and provides again to one another,” Michini stated.
Earlier than, this occasion was held throughout the town with nights out held in every district, however now, they’re combining it into one big celebration.
“This yr, we needed to do one thing completely different, one thing greater,” stated Chief Lee Bercaw. “By uniting our neighborhoods for one occasion, we’re celebrating the power and variety of Tampa as one group. Tampa Evening Out is about fostering previous and new connections that assist make this metropolis a spot the place everybody feels secure and supported.”
Together with TPD placing on the occasion, it’s sponsored by Rise Tampa, in partnership with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Tampa United Bikerz Jamboree.
Individuals of all ages are welcome to hitch in on the enjoyable from 5 to eight:00 p.m. Wednesday and attendance is free.
Michini stated individuals must get there early earlier than turkeys run out.
