When you have guests from Poland visiting Seattle, instead of taking them only to the obvious tourist attractions, use Walkkie to show them the city’s hidden gems, local culture, and lesser-known spots that make Seattle feel more personal and authentic than a typical sightseeing tour. Walkkie is a location-based discovery app that helps you explore Seattle in a more meaningful and fun way. Walkkie guides you through Seattle Center, as well as neighborhoods like Fremont
Marzena Lilian Szlaga, born and educated in Poland, holds both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in piano performance and pedagogy from the School of Music at Uniwersytet Wrocławski. She continued her studies in the United States, earning a Master of Music degree from the Chicago Musical College at Roosevelt University in 1995. Among her distinguished teachers were renowned pianists Włodzimierz Obidowicz, Halina Czerny-Stefańska, Barbara Hesse-Bukowska, Victor Mierzhanov, Paweł Chęciński, and Lidia Grychtołówna—who remains an active and
Michal Pietrzyk was born in Poland and emigrated to the United States at age two after his father was imprisoned as a member of the anti-communist movement Solidarity. His upbringing as an immigrant navigating two different cultures has strongly shaped his worldview and filmmaking voice. He has produced over 130 hours of documentary television for networks like Nat Geo and Netflix and continues working as a producer in his day job. His award-winning short documentary All on
Wendy Rader-Konofalski is an artist based in Kirkland, Washington. She regularly shows her work at venues in Seattle and the Eastside. She has twice shown her work at the Polish Home Association Art wall. Her medium is acrylic on canvas often using collage and mixed media materials. She paints abstract works and landscapes as well as mixed media works with inks and collage on paper. Recently she has begun to experiment with water colors on
Celeste Caliri — a member of our Polish community and longtime volunteer with the Seattle Polish Film Festival — would love to introduce Pilates, a great fitness routine and way to rehab injuries, to our Seattle Polish community. With over 20 years of experience, Celeste specializes in rehabbing and quivery muscle work, without it feeling like daunting physical therapy drills. Celeste works a muscle in a very unassuming way, taking a practice that can be
Seattle Polish News sends warm wishes for a wonderful Easter.
As in previous years, the 2026 GiveBIG fundraiser is happening this May. The Seattle Polish Foundation invites you to support its Cultural Fund. Your donation not only helps preserve our traditions but also keeps them accessible to all.
The Seattle Polish Film Festival is asking for donations to cover venue rental costs. Like last year, all screenings are free, making your support more important than ever.
At Seattle Polish News, we’re hoping our subscribers can help us cover the costs of running this service.
2026 GiveBIG is quickly approaching! On May 5th, 2026, we are proud to once again participate in this global day of generosity that celebrates the vital work nonprofits bring to our communities.
This year, SPF invites you to support the Seattle Polish Foundation’s Cultural Fund. Your contribution does more than preserve our traditions—it ensures they remain accessible to everyone.
Thanks to your generosity, our programs offer free and open access to those who need it most, making Polish culture available to all members of our community, regardless of their circumstances.
Come and meet the artist as she kicks off her month-long exhibit showcasing brand new landscapes and colorful abstract paintings. Grab a latte, a delicious pastry, and enjoy the art! An added bonus: At the same time, the Centro Cultural Mexicano, right next door to Victor’s, is celebrating Cinco de Mayo with free food and entertainment open to all. Just be aware that you may have to get creative with parking in case the parking
The Polish Home Association invites you to a special Polish Constitution Day Celebration featuring the Marcin Pączkowski Orchestra with a guest performance by the Vivat Musica Choir. Join PHA for an elegant afternoon of live orchestral music honoring one of the most important holidays in Polish history. This community event brings together tradition, culture, and music in a warm and welcoming atmosphere at Dom Polski.
Niektóre wydarzenia się ogląda. Inne się przeżywa. „Jeszcze w zielone gramy” to właśnie ten drugi typ. Na scenie pojawi się Teatr Hybrydy Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego, który zabierze Cię w podróż pełną emocji – od wzruszeń, przez śmiech, aż po momenty refleksji. To wyjątkowe połączenie muzyki, poezji i form kabaretowych tworzy wieczór, który angażuje i zostaje z widzem na długo. To wydarzenie dla tych, którzy: szukają czegoś więcej niż standardowej rozrywki cenią kulturę na wysokim poziomie chcą
You are invited to attend the screening of “Zelensky” – the story of an unlikely leader, someone who moved from comedic actor to politics and ultimately became the face of a country at war and iconic symbol of Ukraine despite having no traditional political background. This film combines interviews and archival material to show us the Zelensky we don’t know. Sponsored by: Seattle Polish Film Festival, Seattle Gdynia Sister City Association, Ukrainian Association of Washington
Step into a world of elegance and imagination at the Enchanted Fantasy Ball, presented by Syrena Seattle, on April 18th at 6:00 PM. Join us for a captivating evening where fantasy comes to life through music, dance, and unforgettable experiences. Your ticket includes a delicious full dinner by Sebi’s Kitchen, along with complimentary swing and bachata dance classes—perfect for both beginners and seasoned dancers. A selection of beverages will be available for purchase throughout the
Stary fryzjer z Grochowa wspomina ludzi, których strzygł, kobietę, którą kochał, i miasto blednące pod coraz grubszymi warstwami nowoczesności. Mówi, jakby golił czas: powoli, z wprawą, czasem pod włos. Urodził się w roku czterdziestym w Warszawie, „ani dobry rok, ani dobre miejsce”. Potem sierociniec, szkoła fryzjerska, miłość, praca, ludzie, miasto. Każde wspomnienie ciągnie za sobą następne, a jego własne życie plącze się w opowieściach tych, którzy siadali w jego fotelu, demokratycznie: doliniarz i profesor, ślusarz i literat. I płyną historie: o gołębiarzach, kociarach, siostrach tarocistkach, o zakopanych dzwonach,
Congratulations to the new board of directors and trustees, and a big thank you to the team that led the association last year—fantastic work! Even great things can improve, so feel free to reach out to the new PHA administration with your feedback and ideas. Keep reading →
Triumph of the Heart is a powerful true story about the life, faith, and heroic sacrifice of Maximilian Kolbe, a Polish Franciscan priest imprisoned in Auschwitz during World War II. Guided by unwavering faith and love for others, Kolbe made the ultimate sacrifice by offering his life in place of another prisoner. The film, presented by PHA Kino Oko, is a moving reflection on courage, compassion, and the triumph of the human spirit in the
Lida, nauczycielka wychowania fizycznego, porzuca duże miasto i wybiera życie na uboczu z dwoma mężczyznami. Jest outsiderką, która szuka przyjemności i je znajduje. Lida ma w sobie wyniosłość wobec tego, co złego ją od losu spotyka. I nie przygląda się światu, tylko się z nim zderza.
Come join us to cheer on the Seahawks! Kitchen will be open. No fee for entry.
If you missed the winter events at the Polish Home, here are a few highlights to enjoy. Stay tuned or check out the Polish Home website to discover all the exciting happenings organized by the Polish Home Association.
If you haven’t met Roman Rogalski, one of the most active and generous members of our community, stop by the Polish Home on Friday to say hello—he’ll be there. You’ve probably noticed the run-down house next to the Polish Home.
Here’s the story of Roman and the Chata.
On January 14, 2026 the Washington State Senate, in a state resolution 8662, honored and commended Roman Rogalski for his service and dedication to the Polish community in Seattle. Also on January 14, Steve Hobbs, the secretary of state, presented to Roman a certificate of appreciation in recognition and appreciation for his decades of outstanding service as a dedicated volunteer to the Polish Home Association, providing good counsel, mentorship and reliable service as Treasurer with