(KNZA)--On Tuesday evening, neighborhoods throughout Hiawatha are being invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the 33rd Annual National “Night Out” crime and drug prevention event.

For the 22nd year, the Hiawatha Police Department will sponsor the event. Agencies will set up displays inside and outside the Schuneman Addition at the Fisher Center on East Iowa Street from 6 to 8--including the Brown County Sheriff’s Department, Squad 48, Town and Country EMS  and Hiawatha Fire Department.

Hot dogs, chips and soda will be provided free of charge.

In addition, a pool party will be held at the Hiawatha Aquatic Park from 7 to 9 at no charge.

National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime efforts and strengthen police-community partnerships.