. >>> david spunt visitored south jersey where the k9s got in on the action. >> it's a night to bringolice officers and neighbors together and while tens of thousands are celebrating across the country. police put on quite a show. k9 officers showed off their talents to a pleased crowd. the dogs a playful. they love seeing the dogs playing. it's a game they love it. >> reporter: national night out also brought some family fund a way to enjoy time with police officers. >> live around the corner big fans of evesham police. the kids of camden came out to meet with police officers. the kids are no strangers to the police department >> i think that is really cool they like to help the community and stuff and keep us safe. >> reporter: police officers are happy, longer shifts for a night like this to connect with public they serve, to change minds and stereo types you want a them to grow up learning police officers are part of the community. our philosophy is engagement, constant interaction. >> reporter: david spunt cbs3 eyewitnessi >>> zika continues to spread in south florida. >>> still