On Sunday, February 25, the Polish American Cultural Institute of Minnesota (PACIM) hosted a captivating Literary Afternoon featuring Andi Kopek, who presented his new book of poetry titled “Shmehara.” The title itself is a fascinating…
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Bulletin No. 15 of the Polish Consulate in Chicago
The Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Chicago has released a new bulletin, primarily focusing on Consul General Paweł Zyzak's visit to Minnesota (many pictures!). You can access…
Przystanek Ameryka (Bus Stop America) on TV Polonia
A cyclical program of TV Polonia Przystanek Ameryka (Bus Stop America) presented a feature dedicated to the Polish community of Minnesota. You can view it now on the TV Polonia…
1944 Warsaw US Airlift Memorial
On September 16, 2022, a monument dedicated to the Heroic Crew of the B-17G Airplane was unveiled in Łomianki, Poland, a sister city of Columbia Heights, MN. During the Warsaw…
Results of the PACIM Elections
During the Annual Membership Meeting held on October 25, 2023, the PACIM Board of Directors welcomed five new members who were elected as directors. The elected members are Edyta Dudek,…
Bulletin of Polish Consulate in Chicago
The Polish Consulate General in Chicago has transitioned to a new platform for publishing its English-language bulletin. In this edition, readers will discover articles commemorating Polish Heritage Month, detailing the…
Parliamentary Elections in Poland
If you are a Polish citizen with a valid Polish passport, you can vote in the US on October 14, 2023, in the Polish parliamentary elections (to Sejm and Senat). The…
Researching Your Polish Roots
On May 1, 2023, Jay Biedny, a long-time member of PACIM and past president of the Polish Genealogical Society of Minnesota, presented a review of records in America and Europe…
Bal Karnawałowy 2023
Traditional Bal Karnawałowy (Carnival Ball) was held at Midland Hills Country Club in Roseville, MN, on Saturday, January 28, 2023. Close to 80 people attended it, enjoying a three-course dinner,…
Wigilia 2022
The Polish Christmas Eve (Wigilia) dinner was held on December 11, 2022, in Kolbe Hall. The well-attended event included a traditional Wigilia meal, carol singing, opłatek sharing, and a Christmas…