On August 7th, the City of Chino, along with other cities in the region, participated in the National Night Out. The country-wide event is organized by the National Association of Town Watch, and aims to increase crime and drug prevention by getting local residents more involved. Last year over 37 million people in over 15,000 communities took part in the event. As part of the National Night Out communities held block parties, festivals, rallies, town meetings, and even parades.
Somerset Apartments was proud to welcome the local police and fire department who gave out crime prevention and safety information, as well as educated residents about the different programs the city has available for residents. Aside from demos and information, there were also raffles and lots of giveaways. The city-sponsored event was only one of 22 events held within the city. From organizations such as local churches and Target (official sponsor) to neighborhood watches, people from all over were getting together to promote safety and bond with their neighbors. With so much going on, there was plenty of food and entertainment for everyone.
The National Night Out got its start back in 1984 and has been happening every August since then. Every year there are more and more communities and people participating. It’s not only a good way to make residents more aware of safety, but it also allows neighbors to come together and get to know each other better. With neighbors looking out for each other and working together with the police, residents can lower crime in their communities. Last year Chino Hills ranked 32nd for participation compared to other cities of the same size, and Ontario came in 5th. Clearly So-Cal residents are enthusiastic about getting involved and showing their support for law enforcement. Best of all, these events are always free.
Somerset Apartment Hosts National Night Out
Every month residents of Somerset Apartments in Chino get together to play Bunco.
Bunco originally came from an 18th century English dice game called 8-dice cloth. It transported its way to San Francisco in the mid-1800s as a gambling activity where it gave its name to gambling parlors . . . or bunco parlors. Bunco has had its ups and downs over the years since it’s introduction to the United States seeing resurgences shortly after the Civil War, during Prohibition, and again in the 1980’s.
The Somerset residents have been coming to play Bunco together for years and plan to continue playing Bunco together for the foreseeable future. Each month a new person hosts the Bunco event and provides food for everyone. Then, the Bunco game begins. Players roll dice and move from table to table.
Bunco is a lot of fun. The players have a great time which is why they come back every month; some players no longer live in the apartments, but they still come back to play and reconnect with old friends. It’s a great experience and a testament to the great people associated with the Somerset Apartments in Chino.
The people and staff at Somerset Apartments are friendly and the people who live here know they’re at home. Bunco is not the only time residents get together . . . there are BBQ’s, Bingo nights, Movie nights and a variety of other events that bring the people of Somerset Apartments together to build a strong community. Stay tuned for more updates on the Somerset Apartments and the residents who live here.
If you’re interested in becoming a part of the Somerset community please call Brandi McCombs at (909) 627-2717.