(KAIR)--The Wathena Police Department joins others from both the local area and nationwide hosting National Night Out activities Tuesday evening, August 5.

According to a release from the Wathena Police Department, they will, for the ceremony, host law enforcement agencies from across Doniphan County to mingle with community members.

The Wathena National Night Out gathering will take place at the Wathena Community Building, located at 303 St. Joseph Street, from 6 to 9:00, Tuesday evening.

While donations are not mandatory, the release notes that any contributions will go toward future National Night Out events.

The intent of the National Night Out program is to help build neighborhood unity and strengthen police-community partnerships.