Union County Police and Fire Pipes and Drums Hosting 7th Annual Pub Night

Band Honoring John Bradley and Kevin Dowling on November 9

The Union County Police and Fire Pipes and Drums band will celebrate its 7th anniversary with a “Pub Night” on Friday, November 9, at 7:00 p.m. in The Commons at Union County College in Cranford, NJ.

Union County’s only bagpipe band, and one of the largest in New Jersey, will honor bagpipe instructor John Bradley and Kevin Dowling of The Joseph Nugent Sr. Association of Union County.

Union Township firefighter Ed Donnelly is back at the reigns as Pipe Major and has a renewed enthusiasm and passion about Union County Police and Fire Pipes and Drums.

“We started this band seven years ago and are more excited than ever as we continue to grow stronger both musically and as a band,” said Pipe Major Donnelly.

“Pub night is a perfect opportunity to thank and honor individuals who have supported the band over the years,” he said. “The band wouldn’t be what it is today without the guidance and instruction of John Bradley and the constant support of Kevin Dowling.”

John Bradley, a former Westfield resident, has more than twenty years piping experience. He was instrumental in the band’s success when he signed on as the band’s instructor when the group first formed. Bradley recently joined the band as a full member and he continues to work as the group’s pipe instructor.

Union resident Kevin Dowling of The Nugent Association has been a longtime supporter of the band and is active in many good causes. The Nugent Association was founded in 1933 and is the oldest independent Irish-American organization in New Jersey. The association has been recognized many times for its civic involvement such as its annual Irish picnic fundraiser that benefits The Make-A-Wish Foundation.

“We invite everyone to join us in honoring John and Kevin on what is always a great night,” Donnelly added.

The band’s “Pub Night” will be a celebration of Celtic music with a powerful performance by the Union County Police and Fire Pipes and Drums and entertainment by The Saloonatics.

The Union County Police and Fire Pipes & Drums band was formed in March, 2001. The majority of the band is comprised of Union County police officers and firefighters proud to display their Irish heritage. The band is active all year long performing at scores of community and social events throughout Union County and New Jersey.

“Pub Night” tickets cost $20.00 and include food, beer, wine, soda and door prizes. The event on November 9 begins at 7:00 p.m. in The Commons at Union County College located at 1033 Springfield Avenue in Cranford, NJ 07016-1599.

For tickets and more information, please contact Dennis Connor at 908-230-7084. To learn more about the Union County Police and Fire Pipes and Drums please visit www.hosesnholsters.com.

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