The Council of Irish Associations of Greater Bergen County, in partnership with the Bergen County Executive’s Office and the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, cordially invites the community to attend the commemoration of The Great Hunger: The Famine, An Gorta Mór on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the Piazza at One Bergen County Plaza in Hackensack. This meaningful gathering honors the memory of the millions of Irish men, women, and children who suffered and perished during the Great Irish Famine of 1845–1849, while recognizing the enduring resilience and contributions of the Irish community.

 

Presented in partnership with Bergen County’s Office of Food Security, the event also serves as a call to action in support of local families facing food insecurity today. Attendees are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food donation to benefit local food pantries throughout Bergen County. Through remembrance, reflection, and community support, this commemoration aims to honor the past while inspiring compassion and service in the present.