Union County to Hold Annual Columbus Day Flag Raising Ceremony on Friday, October 11th

The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites residents to join the Annual Columbus Day Flag Raising event. The ceremony will take place on Friday, October 11th, at 11:00 a.m., on the steps of the Union County Courthouse, located at 2 Broad Street in Elizabeth.

"We take pride in celebrating the achievements and contributions of Italian Americans, who have enriched all aspects of our lives and continue to shape the fabric of our communities," said Union County Commissioner Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded, who will be emceeing this year's program. "Today, we honor their cultural heritage and recognize their hard work, dedication, and legacy here in Union County and across the nation."

This year's featured speaker will be Joshua G. Losardo, Mayor of Scotch Plains, a proud Italian American and long-time advocate for the Italian-American community.

In recognition of their continued contributions, the Union County Board of County Commissioners will also honor various Italian-American organizations within Union County with a formal resolution presented during the event.

"As a proud Italian-American, I am honored to continue supporting this annual tradition that celebrates our rich heritage and the countless contributions of Italian-Americans to Union County and beyond," said Commissioner Alexander Mirabella. "The values of hard work, community, and service are deeply rooted in our culture, and it is a privilege to stand with Italian-American organizations like UNICO and others, who embody these principles through their dedication to education, philanthropy, and cultural preservation."

Italian-style refreshments and pastries will be served following the program on the courthouse grounds.

For more information, please contact Judith Guest, Community Engagement & Diversity Coordinator at (908) 527-4388 or via email at [email protected].