August 7th 2007 celebrated the 24th annual National Night Out. which is a night where local neighbors and civil service agencies celebrate their community. This year was a 50's theme, sponsored by my home owner's association with many local businesses in attendance. 

There was music hosted by DJ Jimbo with lots of dancing.  As you can see, Taliesen is dancing here with a few of the neighborhood girls.  I think he is interviewing for a babysitter so mom can go out every once in awhile.  He even took part in the Limbo contest.  I will have to teach him my technique so maybe next year he will win. 

 Our local State Police had an officer there with useful information including brochures on helmet laws, dog laws, crime watch and even identity theft prevention.  Our local volunteer fire company brought two of their engines to display. They allowed everyone to hop in and take a look around .  As you can see, Neighbor Caleb really wanted to take it it for a spin.

We had a special appearance by "Andy the Ambulance".  "Andy" is a rather large remote control ambulance that stands about as tall as a toddler.  Taliesen was not a fan and stayed clear.

After me free chair massage (which was my personal favorite part of the evening), I enjoyed the live sounds of Tim Marchetto.  Tim was a contestant on American Idol and is a finalist in the Star of Bethlehem competition at Musikfest. 

And what is a party without food!  I was surprised at just how much food was available.  We had pizza, compliments of Domino's, cake compliments of Granny Schmidt's Bakery, Rita's Italian Water Ice compliments of Rita's, nachos compliments of a neighborhood REALTOR® Denise Garrity, cotton candy, soft pretzels.  There is no reason anyone should have went home hungry.