Castner Heights Neighborhood Association

2014 CHNA National Night Out Gallery

Continued tradition of an enjoyable evening supporting law enforcement efforts.

 

Once again, about 250 people gathered at Todd Ware Park to attend the CHNA celebration of National Night Out.  There was plenty of fun, food and fellowship for all in attendance.  In addition to the fantastic music variety provided by the Music Machine (Mr. Gil Favela) and the free paletas (frozen fruit bars), cookies, brownies and Krispy Kreme donuts, Mr. Ben Avalos coordinated activities for the children - everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves.  This was also a great chance to meet with officers from the El Paso Police Department's Northeast Regional Command Center, the El Paso Police Auto Theft Task Force, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations, the El Paso Fire Department, our local Constable, Justice of the Peace for Precinct #2, the El Paso Independent School District Police Department, and new business member Sun City Security Service, Inc.  Once again, Flags Across America provided the large American flag on display by station #16 of the El Paso Fire Deparment.

The weather cooperated, resulting in a cooler evening than recently experienced and the rain earlier in the day gave way to sun shine with gentle breezes.  Perfect conditions for meeting new neighbors and catching up with old friends.  CHNA wearables (polo shirts, T-shirts, hats and visors) were available for purchase and everyone had the opportunity to join or renew their membership in the Castner Heights Neighborhood Association.

All this would not have been possible without the support of City Representative for District #4 Carl Robinson, Able Olivas from Albertson's on Dyer, Krispy Kreme, Stars of the Sun #6, State Farm Agent James Cuilty, the fine folks from our local Walgreen's, Mary Cano and the sraff and students of Western Tech, and the team at White Sands Federal Credity Union supporting our event wtih donations.  Thanks to all.

Here are some pictures from that night:

 

Welcoming guest to the National Night Out festivities hosted by CHNA

 

 

El Paso Fire Department Station #16 displaying an American Flag from Flags Across America

 

 

Honor Guard from U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations

 

 

Great chance to meet with those professionals who keep our neighborhood safe

 

 

County Sheriff Richard Wiles addresses the crowd

 

 

Approximately 250 people attended

 

 

Lots of folks had a good time

 

 

Visitors were offered paletas (frozen fruit bars) and assorted goodies

 

 

Music provided by the Music Machine - Gil Favela

 

 

The musical variety let everyone find something they liked

 

 

CHNA President Joe Molinar lip synchs a hit song

 

 

3-legged races saw varying degrees of success, but everyone had fun

 

 

Hanks High School Wrestling Team assisted with children's games and activities

 

 

Children enjoyed safely learning new sports

 

 

Business Member White Sands Federal Credit Union offered measuring cups as they explained how to measure financial success

 

 

Business Member Western Tech brought students offering guests relaxing massages

 

 

Business Member James Cuilty from State Farm (wearing khaki...) and his Executive Assistant Aileen Mendoza talk with CHNA President Joe Molinar

 

 

As a new Business Member, our neighborhood Walgreem's helped quench everyone's thirst with bottled water

 

 

Princess House consultant Alicia Hernandez - a direct seller of various home products - joined CHNA as a Business Member and introduced herself to the guests

 

 

Having a good time and enjoying time with our neighbors

 

 

Families relaxed in the shade

 

Hope to see you next year!!!!