PASADENA, CA — The Drug-Free World Mobile Exhibit served as a centerpiece at Pasadena's 30th Annual National Night Out, held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Jefferson Park. The event, hosted by the Pasadena Police Department with support from the Fire Department and community partners, aimed to foster community-police partnerships and promote safety.
Visitors to the Drug-Free World exhibit explored high-impact audio and visual displays and received free Truth About Drugs educational booklets covering substances like alcohol, marijuana, prescription drugs, and synthetics. Youth and community members took the "Drug-Free Pledge," committing to remain drug-free and to set a positive example for others.
The free event also featured games, giveaways, resource booths, fire engines open for exploration, and opportunities to meet helicopter pilots and first responders. The mounted officers who rode through on horseback drew excitement from children and adults alike, adding to the festive atmosphere.
"National Night Out celebrates the partnerships that keep Pasadena safe," said Police Chief Gene Harris. The event highlighted the importance of community engagement in crime prevention and drug awareness.
The Drug-Free World Mobile Exhibit is part of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, a nonprofit international drug education program sponsored by the Church of Scientology and Scientologists. The foundation supports the humanitarian goal of creating a drug-free, crime-free world where human rights are a reality, as envisioned by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard.
For more information about Drug-Free World educational materials and community activities, visit the Foundation for a Drug-Free World at https://www.drugfreeworld.org.
