PACIM Vice President Anna Margl visited the center this summer and was moved by the needs she witnessed, while also heartened by the dedication of the staff, who do their best to create a caring and supportive environment for the children.

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They expressed sincere gratitude for the warmth and hospitality they experienced in Minnesota. They said it felt like visiting close family and were deeply impressed by both the kindness they encountered and by everything they saw.

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Polish Heritage Month is a time to honor the history, culture, and contributions of Polish Americans. Celebrated each October, it highlights traditions, achievements, and the enduring ties between Poland and the United States, while fostering pride and awareness within the broader community. 

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During the program, Anthony Bukoski shared what inspired him to write several collections of short stories featuring Polish immigrants living in northwestern Wisconsin and Louisiana. He read excerpts from some of the stories and signed copies of his newest book, The Thief of Words. He also graciously donated a copy to the PACIM Library.

It was a memorable afternoon celebrating Polish-American storytelling and community.

PACIM will discuss some of Anthony Bukoski’s stories as part of the upcoming Polish Literature in English Translation Club (PoLitETC), and we expect the author to take part in the conversation.

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The event was well attended and featured performances by the Dolina Folk Dancers, Polish smoky beer Grodziskie, kielbasa, and pretzels. It was a fantastic opportunity to build awareness of PACIM, and we are grateful to the owners of Urban Growler for inviting us, making space for our presentation, and generously offering a beer on the house!

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• Marcel Derosier
• Phyllis Husted (incumbent)
• David Luiken (incumbent)
• Iwona Srienc (incumbent)
• Dorota Wojtak

Please join us in congratulating both the new and returning directors!

We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to two former directors who chose not to seek re-election at the end of their term: Bogdan Kukla, former treasurer, and Michał Wojtak. We are grateful for their hard work and dedication and hope they will continue to support PACIM’s mission and initiatives in the years to come.

During the first board meeting following the elections, all directors were formally seated, and Marcel Derosier was elected to serve as PACIM Treasurer.

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During the event, Andi Kopek shared several of his evocative poems, accompanied by dynamic illustrations—short animated movies crafted by various collaborating artists. Each illustration was specially created to complement a specific poem. Kopek’s intention is to bring his poetic vision to life, allowing readers to immerse themselves in a visual journey.

As a meaningful gesture, Andi Kopek signed copies of his book for the audience. Notably, a portion of the proceeds from book sales will be donated to the Polish Center for International Aid Foundation, supporting psychological assistance for Ukrainian children affected by the ongoing war.

To learn more about the author and his book, please see his Facebook page.

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The bulletin is published predominantly in English.

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During the Warsaw Uprising in September 1944, Allied forces dropped supplies to aid the fighters in Warsaw. On September 18, the American B17G Fortress “I’ll be seeing you” was shot down over Dziekanów Leśny, which is eight miles away from the capital. The crash resulted in the deaths of eight crew members, with two others taken as prisoners of war.

PACIM is involved in recreating the monument in Columbia Heights, in collaboration with the city of Columbia Heights, the Sister City Łomianki-Columbia Heights organization, and the Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Chicago as a tribute to the American airmen who tragically lost their lives in the 1944 plane crash, as well as to the Polish soldiers and civilians who fought against the Nazis during the Warsaw Uprising.

We will keep you updated on the progress of the project.

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