Press Release
PERTH AMBOY – Mayor Wilda Diaz will host the 2014 National Days of Remembrance in the City Hall Council Chambers on Monday, May 19th to follow the Israeli Flag Raising held by the local Jewish Community.

This year Fred Heyman, a New Jersey resident and Holocaust survivor will be sharing his testimony and Shua Kessin, a Lakewood resident will also participate in the program with several musical selections along with Chaim Weintraub and members of the Harmonics Band.

As stated by the USHMM, remembrance not only obligates us to memorialize those who were killed during the Holocaust, but it also reminds us of the fragility of democracy and the need for citizens to be vigilant in the protection of democratic ideals. We remember because we recognize the importance of preserving freedom, promoting human dignity, and confronting hate whenever and wherever it occurs.

Monday, May 19: 5:30 p.m. – Flag Raising at the City Hall Circle; 6 p.m. – Commemoration Ceremony in the; City Hall Council Chambers, 260 High Street, 2nd Floor.

This event is open to the public.