ELIZABETH, N.J., Sept. 22 -- Union County issued the following news release:

The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites residents to continue celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at the County's Hispanic Heritage Cultural Festival on Saturday, October 3, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at UCPAC's Hamilton Stage in Rahway.

Observed in Union County from September 15 through October 14, Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the history, cultures, traditions and lasting contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.

"Hispanic Heritage Month gives us an opportunity to recognize the generations of Hispanic and Latino residents who have helped shape Union County and continue to contribute to the strength and character of our communities,...