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Afternoon with the Author: Anthony Bukoski

Landmark Center -- The Chief Justice Room #430 75 Fifth Street West, Saint Paul, MN, United States

Anthony Bukoski, The Thief of Words From University of Wisconsin Press: "The Thief of Words is filled with desperate runaways, the unhappily married, and the displaced. These characters often long for happiness but struggle to explain—even to themselves—what that would entail. The lightly interconnected stories in this riveting collection are split between the Polish American communities of northern Wisconsin and …

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Ride with PACIM – Friday Evening!

North Star Scenic Byway Pull-Off Area 300 Shoreline Dr, Wayzata, MN 55391, MN, United States

Fr. Cyprian will lead a group of riders for a relaxed and social bike ride from Wayzata to the Winery at Sovereign Estate on Dakota Rail Trail.  We are planning to stop at the winery for a glass of wine and live music by Jeff Carver and Friends. 🚴‍♀️ All biking levels are welcome—just bring your bike, your energy, and …

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Polish Picnic 2025

Join us on Saturday, August 16 at Huset Park in Columbia Heights for a fun-filled celebration of Polish culture and community! The Polish Picnic is organized by PACIM, Sister Cities International Columbia Heights, and the Polish Saturday School. This year’s event features a fresh format with: 🎶 Live music and traditional dance performances featuring Craig Ebel & DyVersaCo polka band, …

Polish Literature in English Reading Group

Stanisław Lem, The Star Diaries: Further Reminiscences of Ijon Tichy, 1957, 273 pp., Satire/Sci-Fi Short Stories, Link An accessible introduction to Lem’s satirical style, Polish Science Fiction, and the challenges of writing around the censors.  There are 12 short stories that follow the cosmic experiences of Ijon Tichy, most of which can be read in one sitting. Zoom meeting details …

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An Evening with Polish Cinema – Two Sisters

Landmark Center - F.K. Weyerhaeuser Auditorium 75 Fifth Street West, St. Paul, MN, United States

PACIM is proud to present an exclusive screening of Dwie Siostry (Two Sisters), the newest film from acclaimed Polish director Łukasz Karwowski. This moving drama follows two sisters who, after years of separation, are drawn back together to face long-hidden family secrets. Blending personal conflict with universal themes of memory, reconciliation, and identity, the film offers a gripping glimpse into …

Polish Literature in English Reading Group – October

Google Meet MN, United States

Olga Tokarczuk, The Empusium: A Health Resort Horror Story, 2022, 416pp., Historical Novel,  Link  The latest novel by the living Nobel Prize Winning Polish author that is fit for Halloween.  This novel is set in the early 1900s and provides a modern perspective on language, culture, and gender with a spooky twist. sitting. Google Meet meeting details will be emailed …

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Soup Festival – Fall’25

Holy Cross Catholic Church - Kolbe Hall 1621 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN

Warm up with us this fall at PACIM’s annual Soup Festival! We’re bringing the community together to celebrate the comfort, flavor, and tradition of Polish soups. Guests will enjoy a wide variety of homemade recipes prepared by PACIM members and friends—each bowl offering a taste of culture, heritage, and creativity. This family-friendly afternoon will be filled with delicious food, lively …

Annual Membership Meeting

Landmark Center -- The Chief Justice Room #430 75 Fifth Street West, Saint Paul, MN, United States

The PACIM Annual Membership Meeting, including board elections, will take place on December 12, 2025. Detailed information about the agenda, election process, and candidates will be shared with members in a separate email. After the meeting, we’ll gather for an informal Christmas reception.