Orland Park, IL – Families looking for a fun, free afternoon activity can stop by Orland Square Mall today as the Orland Park Police Department hosts its annual Cookies With Cops community event.
According to the Orland Park Police Department, the event takes place Wednesday from 3:30 to 5 p.m. inside the Center Court at Orland Square Mall, located at 288 Orland Square Drive. Residents are invited to enjoy free cookies while spending time with neighborhood police officers in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Cookies With Cops is designed to strengthen community relationships by giving residents—especially children—the opportunity to meet officers outside of emergency situations. Officers will be on hand to talk with families, hand out small trinkets, and answer questions about public safety and police work in Orland Park and the surrounding southwest suburbs of Cook County.
The event is free to attend and open to the public. Mall visitors do not need to register in advance, and attendees are welcome to stop by at any point during the 90-minute window.
Community policing events like this have become a popular way for departments to build trust and visibility, particularly during the busy holiday shopping season when families are already visiting local malls.
Parents are encouraged to bring children of all ages, and cameras are welcome for photos with officers. While supplies last, cookies will be provided at no cost.
Residents planning to attend should allow extra time for parking due to typical weekday afternoon traffic near the mall.
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