October 2024 Edition: Deer in the Spotlight

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FUN FACTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PUBLIC LIBRARY POLICE DEPARTMENT PARKS AND REC. PUBLIC WORKS SAN JACINTO MONUMENT

DEER PARK’S TRENDING STYLE

Hers & Mine has opened at 4102 Center Street (right across the street from Sparkling Image carwash). The owners are Tabitha Moody (former owner of Apple Sassy in Pasadena) and Brock Jackson. This clothing boutique has clothing and accessories for both men and women.

You will find some amazing deals on shoes, sweaters, tees, jewelry, handbags, perfumes, ball caps and much more. They are open 10 am to 7 pm Tuesday through Friday and 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday.

4102 CENTER STREET

(832) 623-9225

OCTOBER 2024

DEER PARK POLICE DEPARTMENT

Back the Blue BBQ Festival. 5K Fun Run, BBQ plates, Kids Zone, Petting Zoo, Vendors, silent auction and much more. Go to www.backthebluebbqfest.org for more information and to register.

DPPD DEER IN THE SPOTLIGHT – OCTOBER 2024

OCTOBER IS NATIONAL CRIME PREVENTION MONTH History of National Crime Prevention Month In 1982, Carl M. Loeb Jr., a prominent businessman, founded the National Crime Prevention Council (N.C.P.C.). McGruff the bloodhound was created as the mascot of the council and would advise people to “Take a bite out of crime.” It was during the tenure of President Ronald Reagan in 1984 when it was decided that October would be observed as National Crime Prevention Month.

The council has since encouraged regular citizens to share the responsibilities of crime prevention, which otherwise solely rests on the shoulders of law enforcement. Each week of the month is dedicated to different aspects of crime prevention such as awareness of counterfeit products, cybercrime, violent crimes, crimes against children, firearm safety, etc.

NATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS DAY MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2024 National First Responders Day on October 28 recognizes the heroic men and women who make it their business to take immediate action when disaster strikes. Not sure what a first responder does?

Just think about 9/11 for a moment. Police, firefighters, paramedics, and more — rushing into Lower Manhattan. Whether you’ve had your own emergency or not, it’s not hard to understand and appreciate the dangerous and difficult work they do.

A special acknowledgement goes out to all the First Responders who gave their best during the recent Energy Transfer fire event. Thank you for your dedicated service.

The N.C.P.C. equips you with various types of crime prevention month kits. These kits include information and strategies designed to help you protect yourself and your loved ones from falling victim to online predators, theft, bullying, and other crimes. There are specialized kits available on the N.C.P.C. website, namely kits for Firearm Safety, Protecting Children and Youth, Staying Safe in a High-Tech World, and Partnering with Law Enforcement to Prevent Crime.

Each of these kits contains extensive information and safety tips on preventing crimes. For example, the Firearms Safety kit gives you safety tips to prevent accidental firing, various factors you need to consider before buying or selling firearms, and also detailed instructions on what a child must do if he/she finds a firearm. The Staying Safe in a HighTech World kit provides you with information on how to shop online safely, how to deal with cyberbullying, and how to prevent children from stumbling upon graphic and explicit content on the internet.

NATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS DAY MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2024 UPCOMING EVENTS

National Night Out – October 1, 2024

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Annual Trash Bag Distribution

Deer Park residential water customers are eligible for 2 free boxes of trash bags annually. Please be sure and check your mail for your trash bag coupon card. Distribution will be held at the Jimmy Burke Activity Center beginning October 1, 2024

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