March 7, 2008.  The United Irish Association of West Hudson will hold its annual dinner Fundraiser tomorrow, Saturday, March 8, 2008.  The Association's annual Fundraiser marks the beginning of the celebrations leading up to the annual United Irish West Hudson St. Patrick's Day Parade.  A Who's Who of local politicians, community leaders, and clergy attend the annual dinner.  The Association was founded in 1973 with membership from the following groups: The Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 7, The Irish American Club, The Four Provinces, and The Friends of Erin.

For those interested in attending the dinner Fundraiser, tickets are available by calling (201) 920-9328 or (201) 998-0515.  The dinner fundraiser will be held at the Holy Cross School on South Frank E. Rodgers Blvd in Harrison.

On March 14, 2008, the United Irish Association of West Hudson will also participate in the longest running St. Patrick's Day Parade in New Jersey by marching in the Newark St. Patrick's Day Parade.  The Association's honorees, trustees, and members will be marching. An antique fire engine courtesy of the East Newark Volunteer Fire Department will accompany the United Irish contingency.

If your going to be watching the parade, you may want to print out a line of march guide available by clicking here.