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The Warsaw Uprising, which began on August 1, 1944, was a major World War II operation by the Polish resistance Home Army to liberate Warsaw from German occupation. It was the largest military effort undertaken by any European resistance movement during the war. The uprising was a desperate bid to reclaim the capital as Soviet forces approached from the east. …
This year, at the traditional Polish Soup Fest, we will serve six delicious Polish soups: tomato (pomidorowa), dill pickle (ogórkowa), barley (krupnik), cabbage (kapuśniak), mushroom (grzybowa), and sour rye (żurek), along with your favorite bigos (hunter’s stew). Prices for sampling six soups and bigos (while supplies last): $15 for adults $7 for children under 10 If any soups are left …
The PACIM Annual Membership Meeting and board elections have been scheduled for November 7, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Your voice matters, and your involvement can make a significant difference in the direction and success of our organization. Mark your calendars, prepare your questions, and be ready to cast your votes. Your active participation is what makes our organization stronger. The …
In honor of Polish Independence Day, the Consul, Ms. Agata Grochowska, of the Consulate General of the Republic of Poland, in Chicago, IL, will lay flowers at the 1944 Warsaw Uprising USAAF Airlift Memorial. This solemn ceremony commemorates Poland’s regained independence and pays tribute to shared values of freedom and resilience. Please join us in observing this special occasion and …
If you enjoyed the soups served at this year’s PACIM Soup Festival, or if you missed this popular event, we have good news for you! PACIM will be hosting a soup sale at promotional prices: $13 per 32 oz container of frozen soup (or $10 each if you buy three or more) and $15 for a 32 oz container of frozen bigos. …
PACIM will be hosting a soup sale to warm up your winter! Enjoy delicious homemade flavors at promotional prices: $10 per 32 oz container of frozen soup and $13 for a 32 oz container of frozen bigos. Buy one, and you will get the second one 50% off. For every two containers you buy, you’ll get one FREE! THIS IS …
A Silent Auction traditionally accompanies this year’s Ball. The purpose of the auction is to raise funds for various PACIM activities in 2025, including: • Expanding Polish language classes with more teachers • Increasing literary, arts, and event programming • Digitizing the PACIM Library holdings and PACIM records • Providing more PACIM scholarships • Continuing assistance for Polish orphans • …
The PACIM Valentine's Day Carnival Ball will take place on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Midland Hills Country Club, 2001 Fulham Street, Roseville, MN 55113. The ball opens at 5:00 pm with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, and dinner will be served at 6:00 pm. <!-- COMMENTED OUT --> Three-course dinner with the following choice of the main course: 8-ounce Top …
Story of Wiktoria and Franek: How Did Solidarity Come into Being? Historia Wiktorii i Franka: Jak Powstała Solidarność? The play transports the audience to the turbulent times of Solidarity’s rise and the August 1980 strikes. The story of the union’s formation is presented from the perspective of two ten-year-olds: Wiktoria, who lives in Gdańsk in 1981, and Franek, who travels …
PACIM Board of Directors will meet at a monthly meeting at Landmark Center, Room 408 on May 1, 2025, from 6 to 8 PM. Please use the 5th Street entrance or Washington Street service door to access the building. UPDATE: The meeting has been moved online. For a link to the Google Meet meeting, email office@pacim.org
This season, PACIM invites everyone to join us for relaxed, social bike rides exploring scenic trails around the Twin Cities. 🚴♀️ Don’t miss our inaugural ride! 📍 When: Saturday, May 24th at 9:30 AM 📍 Where: Harriet Island Regional Park, St. Paul We’ll enjoy a recreational ride along the Mississippi River toward Mendota Bridge, returning along the opposite riverbank trail. …
PACIM Board of Directors will meet at a monthly meeting at Landmark Center, Room 408 on June 5, 2025, from 6 to 8 PM. Please use the 5th Street entrance or Washington Street service door to access the building.