The biggest event of Bluffton’s summer is Tuesday night Aug. 1. And, as always, it’s all free.

It’s the fourth annual National Night Out celebration held at the Bluffton Community Swimming Pool.

The Bluffton Police Department, in conjunction with the Pandora Police Department, sponsor NNO. Bluffton, Beaverdam and Pandora Fire and EMS Departments also participate.

NNO is held from 6-9 p.m. with free pool admission all day (rain date Wednesday, Aug. 2).

There will be food, giveaways, fire truck displays and rides, face painting, bounce houses, live music and an opportunity to meet local safety service personnel.

According to Matt Oglesebee, of the Bluffton police department and chair of the evening, “Last year we had a great turnout with approximately 2,500 people present. We served approximately 2,400 hot dogs, 800 bags of chips, and 2,600 cans of pop and bottles of water.   

“We are hoping to have just as many if not more people attend this year. We are making plans to be able to serve food, drinks, and snacks for 2,500 people again this year.”

Fireworks concludes the evening
The Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce seeks sponsors for the fireworks display, which following National Night Out at dusk (approximately 9:45 p.m.)

Phil Zimmerly, chamber director, invites businesses, industries, organizations and individuals for sponsorships.

“Last year thousands of community members were able to enjoy the fireworks provided by the chamber,” said Zimmerly.

“We need your help to pay for the 2017 fireworks. Please consider donating to this awesome community event.”

Groups interested in being a fireworks sponsor may contact the chamber with a pledge at [email protected], or call the chamber office at 419-369-2985. The chamber will send invoices to sponsors.