We all know this quote, and we all understand that making a difference in the community means getting involved. Seattle has many Polish community organizations that have been supporting people for decades. Over the next few weeks, I’ll highlight some of them. A shared challenge for all these groups is the shortage of volunteers. If you want to connect with fellow community members, give back, learn new skills, or share your knowledge, now is the
Anda Rottenberg, kuratorka wystaw, krytyczka sztuki, pisarka przez całe życie pisze dziennik. Publikuje cyklicznie fragmenty z różnych okresów. Ten dziennik obejmuje lata 2019-2022, czyli również okres pandemii. Autorka podejmuje temat starzenia się, zbliżania się do końca życia. Opisuje trudy zmagania się ze starością, dolegliwościami, niekończącymi się wizytami lekarskimi, samotnością, na którą się zdecydowała. Stara się robić porządki, przygotować się na śmierć. Jednocześnie dla świata zewnętrznego pozostaje bardzo aktywną i towarzyską osobą. Nie przestaje podróżować, na
Three University of Washington faculty members have been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Their work spans environmental science, computing and engineering, addressing challenges ranging from climate resilience and ecosystem sustainability to artificial intelligence and accessible healthcare technologies. Founded in 1780, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences recognizes leaders across disciplines whose work advances research, public policy and the common good. The Academy elects roughly 250 members each year. One of the scientists elected to this prestigious Academy is
Światowe Spotkanie Młodej Polonii „Polonia_Camp 2026” to wydarzenie dla młodych Polaków z całego świata. Wydarzenie odbędzie się od 23 do 26 lipca 2026 roku na kampusie Szkoły Głównej Gospodarstwa Wiejskiego w Warszawie. Polonia Camp_2026 zostało objęte patronatem Marszałek Senatu Małgorzaty Kidawy-Błońskiej. Zgromadzi 1500 uczestników – studentów, liderów lokalnych społeczności, przedsiębiorców, aktywistów – ludzi zainteresowanych poznaniem kraju swoich przodków. Celem wydarzenia jest stworzenie przestrzeni do wymiany doświadczeń i budowania relacji między młodymi Polakami z różnych krajów,
Seattle Gdynia Sister City Association, an organization connecting Seattle with Gdynia, is looking for new members. SGSCA organizes the annual Seattle Polish Film Festival and brings students from Gdynia to Seattle to participate in Washington Business Week. The association also cooperates with other Seattle Sister Cities (there are 19 of them) on joint events. If you want to get engaged and help them with the work on these programs, or just simply want to support
The Polish Home Association invites children and families to a special Children’s Day celebration on Sunday, June 7 at 2:00 PM at the Polish Home Association, 1714 18th Ave, Seattle, WA. The event will feature music by DJ Borsuk, gifts from the Polish Home Association, storytime with Leszek Chudziński, and crafts with the Polish School in Bellevue. Join us for a fun, creative, and family-friendly afternoon celebrating children and our community. All families are warmly welcome.
Congratulations to Ryszard Kott for receiving the prestigious “Outstanding Pole” (Wybitny Polak)” award in a West Coast US edition of “Teraz Polska” Foundation contest. Ryszard was recognized in the Personality category for his outstanding achievements and remarkable contributions to the Polish community in Seattle over the last few decades. The official award presentation took place on April 30, 2026, in Los Angeles, bringing together community leaders, distinguished guests, and consular staff, during the Polish Constitution
2026 GiveBIG is TODAY, May 5th, 2026,! Donors already gave $1.4 million across all GiveBIG fundraisers, and almost $5,000 for the Seattle Polish Foundation.
Make your donation now and make a difference later! This year, the Seattle Polish Foundation participates in GiveBIG, a global day of generosity that celebrates the vital work nonprofits do in our communities, to raise funds for the Seattle Polish Foundation’s Cultural Fund.
Your donations help us support cultural events like the last week Marcin Pączkowski Orchestra concert to celebrate the Polish Constitution Day. If you missed it, here is the short video from the concert.
Note that this year, SPF Board of Directors will match all contributions up to $5,000! This means every dollar you give goes twice as far in sponsoring talented artists and enriching the programming at Polish Festival at Seattle Center, Seattle Polish Film Festival and the Polish Cultural Center.
On top of that, WA Give will host two Power Hours sponsored by Beneficial State Bank from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Also, there will be a Donor Appreciation Prize where one random donor who gave between 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. will be randomly selected to give an additional $100 to the nonprofit of their choice! Read more here->
If you like this newsletter, we hope that you can help us cover ongoing costs — website hosting, domain registration, and essential maintenance. Even $1 will go long way to help us keep the site running and accessible to the whole community.
An unforgettable night of live Argentine tango is coming to the Pacific Northwest. Presented by Tango Elite Productions, Tango Bardo delivers the vibrant energy of Buenos Aires straight to the dance floor—powerful music, deep emotion, and the irresistible rhythm of traditional tango brought to life by world-class musicians who captivate both dancers and listeners. Featuring an authentic Argentine-style milonga, this is your chance to dance the night away.
Polish Home warmly invites you to an evening of music, song, and community inspired by Polish tradition. This special Biesiada brings people together through shared melodies, joyful singing, and a welcoming atmosphere. Join us for a memorable night filled with connection, culture, and the spirit of togetherness.
From the bestselling author of How Fascism Works, a global call to action that tells us “why the past is a frontline in the struggle for a future free of fascism” (Jeff Sharlet, New York Times bestselling author) as it reveals the far right’s efforts to rewrite history and undo a century of progress on race, gender, sexuality, and class.
Dr. Ivona Kaminska-Bowlby was born in Warsaw into a life shaped early by loss and resilience. Her mother passed away before seeing her graduate from high school, and her father—himself a figure of remarkable strength—left behind a legacy forged in history. A member of the “Kolumbowie” generation and a soldier of the Armia Krajowa, he fought in the Warsaw Uprising, was wounded, captured, and ultimately escaped. From these beginnings, Ivona inherited not only endurance, but
GiveBIG 2026 wraps up on May 5, and this year the Seattle Polish Foundation is excited to invite you to support the Cultural Fund. Your donation not only helps preserve our traditions but also keeps them accessible to all. The fundraiser is already underway, with contributions coming in steadily. Check out the Seattle Polish Foundation page for more details. Thank you!
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Competition is open to all artists. Posters may be created in any media, but must be submitted electronically. Entries will be judged on their originality and artistic merit. The poster design should capture the essence of Polish/American cinema.
The University of Washington School of Nursing de Tornyay Center for Healthy Aging and the UW Polish Studies Endowment Committee have partnered to present these engaging talks by local and international nurse researchers exploring innovative approaches to supporting older adults. Read more–>
W dn. 19-20 maja 2026 r. w siedzibie Domu Polskiego w Seattle, WA odbędzie się dyżur konsularny. Konsulat Generalny RP w Los Angeles informuje, że w dniach 19-20 maja 2026 r. w siedzibie Domu Polskiego w Seattle, WA odbędzie się dyżur konsularny. Spotkania w trakcie dyżuru będą przeznaczone wyłączenie w celu złożenia wniosków o wydanie paszportu. TERMIN: 19 maja 2026 r. (wtorek) w godz. 09.00 – 17.00 20 maja 2026 r. (środa) w godz. 09.00
Join us for the Seattle Pierogi Fest at the Polish Home. Downstairs Hall Adults $18 for one plate of 10 delicious pierogi choice of meat, potato and cheese, sauerkraut and mushroom, sweet cheese, blueberry and pyzy meat Children $9 for 5 pierogi. Can be eaten in the Downstairs Hall or at the Upstairs Hall with the Beer Garden. Soft drinks & pastries are available. Performance of Polish Choir Vivat Musica at 2:30 pm Performance of Syrena Dance Group at 3:30 pm
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Jesteśmy stworzone do radzenia sobie, ale czasem płaczemy w poduszkę. Chcemy mieć kogoś bliskiego, a jesteśmy same. Same – po prostu. Wyobraź sobie matkę czwórki dzieci zdradzaną przez męża, dziewczynę po raz kolejny zawiedzioną mężczyznami na portalach randkowych, managerkę międzynarodowej firmy wracającą do pustego mieszkania albo kobietę, która właśnie się rozwiodła i nie wie, co dalej. Znasz każdą z nich. To możesz być Ty albo twoja przyjaciółka, koleżanka z pracy, sąsiadka czy kobieta, którą spotykasz
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * In the spirit of George Carlin and Christopher Hitchens, the son of a former Catholic nun and a Franciscan brother delivers a deeply irreverent and biblically correct takedown of far-right Christian hatred—a book for believers, atheists, agnostics, and anyone who’ll ever have to deal with a Christian nationalist. For more than two centuries, the United States Constitution has given us the right to a society where church and state exist