Ward 7 Councilman Arnold Westbrook, Jr. is hosting a big National Night Out event and all are welcome!
Date: Tuesday, August 5, 2025
T
ime: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Pleasants Lane Elementary School
Join us for Petersburg’s 2025 National Night Out—a powerful evening of fun, unity, and community safety awareness! This annual event brings neighbors, families, and community heroes together to strengthen the bond that makes Petersburg proud.
Special Appearances & Activities Include:
Petersburg Police Department – Showcasing Virginia’s Best Police Canine Unit
Sheriff’s Office – Free Fingerprinting for school-aged children
Petersburg Fire Department – Let kids explore with “Touch a Truck”
Petersburg Planning Department – Community vision and input opportunities
Department of Social Services – Resources and information for families
Petersburg Arts Council – Free Art Kits for creative young minds
Central Virginia Health Services – Health awareness and services
The Men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. – Uplifting community service
Plus many other local partners bringing resources, games, and giveaways!
5:00 PM – Community Exercise Class – Come stretch and move with neighbors!
6:00 PM – Line Dance Explosion!
Join us for the BIGGEST “Boots on the Ground” Line Dance in the city—let’s move as one!
This is more than just an event—it's a celebration of who we are.
Bring your family, your neighbors, and your best dance moves! Bring that Big 7th Ward Energy