BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PACIM - ECPv6.3.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://pacim.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PACIM REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20241012T170920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T233550Z UID:5838-1731006000-1731009600@pacim.org SUMMARY:Membership Meeting and Board Elections DESCRIPTION:The PACIM Annual Membership Meeting and board elections have been scheduled for November 7\, 2024\, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM  \nYour 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. \nThe following people decided to run for the positions of PACIM Directors:\nMarcel Derosier\nPhyllis Husted (incumbent)\nDavid Luiken (incumbent)\nIwona Srienc (incumbent)\nDorota Wojtak \nIf you are a PACIM member in good standing\, you are eligible to vote. You can cast your vote by attending the membership meeting in person or by submitting an electronic or mail-in ballot. If you have provided PACIM with your email address\, you will receive an election ballot via email from OpaVote and can cast your vote online. If you haven’t provided your email address\, you will receive a paper ballot by mail. The deadline to cast a vote electronically or by mail-in ballot is 6 PM\, November 6\, 2024. It is important to take note that if a member has already voted online or by mail\, s/he will be ineligible to cast a vote again in person. \nPlease email office@pacim.org if you have not received a ballot by November 1\, 2024. URL:https://pacim.org/event/memebership-meeting-and-board-elections/ LOCATION:Shoreview Community Center – Room 4\, 4580 Victoria St N\, Shoreview\, MN\, 55126\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/vote.png ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241027T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241027T143000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20241007T193818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241026T225852Z UID:5812-1730025000-1730039400@pacim.org SUMMARY:PACIM Soup Festival DESCRIPTION: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). \nPrices for sampling six soups and bigos (while supplies last): \n$15 for adults\n$7 for children under 10 \nIf any soups are left at the end of the event\, you can purchase 32-oz containers for $13. URL:https://pacim.org/event/pacim-soup-festival-3/ LOCATION:Holy Cross Catholic Church – Kolbe Hall\, 1621 University Ave NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413 CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/soup.1.png ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20240731T180953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T165812Z UID:5750-1726923600-1726927200@pacim.org SUMMARY:Dedication Ceremony of 1944 Airlift Crew Memorial DESCRIPTION: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. \nOne of the critical support operations for the uprising was Operation Frantic 7. On September 18\, 1944\, this U.S. Air Force mission involved a massive airdrop of supplies to the beleaguered Polish fighters. The mission saw B-17 Flying Fortresses flying from bases in Italy to deliver weapons\, ammunition\, food\, and medical supplies. \nPACIM\, Sister Cities International Columbia Heights – Łomianki\, the Institute of National Remembrance in Poland\, the City of Columbia Heights\, MN\, the Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Chicago\, and many individual donors joined efforts to commemorate the heroic crew of the B-17 Flying Fortress named “I’ll Be Seeing You” that took part in Operation Frantic 7 and was shot down by Germans over the suburbs of Warsaw on September 18\, 1944. A rear gunner of the plane was Staff Sergeant Walter Shimshock\, a Polish-American resident of Northeast Minneapolis. He was able to parachute from the crashing airplane but was captured and executed by the Germans. A memorial to honor him and other members of the heroic crew will be unveiled in Huset Park In Columbia Heights\, MN\, on September 21\, 2024.  \nDespite the courage and sacrifice demonstrated by both the Polish resistance fighters and the Allied aircrews\, the uprising ultimately failed due to a lack of sufficient external support and the overwhelming strength of the German forces. The city was devastated\, and the resistance suffered heavy casualties. However\, the valor displayed during the Warsaw Uprising and operations like Frantic 7 remains a poignant symbol of resistance against oppression. \nWe are also honored to host distinguished guests\, including Mr. Rafał Trzaskowski\, Mayor of Warsaw\, and Ms. Agata Grochowska\, Vice-Consul of the Polish Consulate in Chicago. The Polish Institute of National Remembrance (IPN)\, whose generous support made the monument possible\, will be represented by Mr. Mateusz Szpytma\, Deputy President\, and Mr. Adam Siwek\, Director of the Office for Commemorating the Struggle and Martyrdom. \nPlease arrive by 12:45 PM to ensure a timely start. The event will begin promptly at 1:00 PM with a presentation of colors by the Grand Forks AFB honor guard. \nAll confirmed attendees who replied to our invitation will have reserved seating in the main tent. Additional seating will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis in the adjacent pavilion for others. URL:https://pacim.org/event/dedication-ceremony-of-1944-airlift-crew-memorial/ LOCATION:Huset Park\, 530 Mill St NE\, Columbia Heights\, MN\, 55421\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/invitation-jpg.webp ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T123000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20240907T175433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T171217Z UID:5786-1726916400-1726921800@pacim.org SUMMARY:Meeting with Mayor of Warsaw Rafał Trzaskowski DESCRIPTION:We regretfully inform you that the planned meeting with Rafał Trzaskowski\, Mayor of Warsaw\, scheduled for Sunday\, September 21\, at 11:00 AM\, has been CANCELED. Unfortunately\, Mayor Trzaskowski has been called back to Poland to address urgent matters resulting from the historic floods currently affecting the country. \nWe sincerely apologize for the short notice and any inconvenience this may cause. The situation is beyond PACIM’s control\, and we appreciate your understanding during this unforeseen circumstance. \n\nWe are honored to invite you to a special opportunity to meet Mr. Rafał Trzaskowski\, the Mayor of Warsaw\, Poland\, on September 21\, 2024\, at 11:00 AM in John P. Murzyn Hall\, located at 530 Mill St NE\, Columbia Heights\, MN. \nThis is a unique chance for members of the Polish-American community\, as well as anyone interested in getting to know one of Poland’s most prominent leaders\, to engage in conversation and learn more about the dynamic relationship between Poland and the U.S. Mayor Trzaskowski is eager to connect with those in attendance and share insights about his work in Warsaw\, his vision for the future\, and how we can strengthen the bonds between our communities. \nWhether you’re of Polish heritage or simply interested in learning more about this inspiring figure\, we encourage you to attend and make the most of this rare opportunity! \nRafał Trzaskowski is a Polish politician\, diplomat\, and academic born on January 17\, 1972\, in Warsaw\, Poland. He is a member of the Civic Platform (Platforma Obywatelska) party. Trzaskowski holds a Ph.D. in political science and has served in various academic and governmental roles. \nHe began his political career as an expert on European affairs and was elected to the European Parliament in 2009. He later served as Poland’s Minister of Administration and Digitization from 2013 to 2014 and as the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs. In 2018\, Trzaskowski was elected Mayor of Warsaw\, where he focused on modernizing the city and enhancing social policies. \nTrzaskowski gained national prominence in 2020 when he ran for President of Poland\, representing the opposition. Although he lost in a closely contested election\, he remains a significant figure in Polish politics\, known for his progressive views and advocacy for civil rights\, environmental protection\, and European integration. URL:https://pacim.org/event/meeting-with-mayor-of-warsaw-rafal-trzaskowski/ LOCATION:John P. Murzyn Hall\, 530 Mill St NE\, \, Columbia Heights\, MN.\, MN\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Ambassador-List-rafal-trzaskowski-jpg.webp ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240824T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240824T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20240403T220718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T074053Z UID:5604-1724500800-1724522400@pacim.org SUMMARY:PACIM Family Picnic DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun-filled day at the beautiful Vadnais-Sucker Lake Regional Park! \nEnjoy our third annual Family Picnic! Come with your family and friends\, bring your own chair\, or share a table with fellow PACIM members! \nWe will have food\, music\, and games for all ages! There is a playground for the little ones on site\, and you can also take advantage of the park’s trails. \nBut it’s not just about the activities; it’s about the sense of community. Whether you’re a local resident or a first-time visitor\, you’ll feel the camaraderie. Share stories\, make connections\, and create lasting memories. \nMenu \n\nFresh-roasted Polish kielbasa\nBoiled potato-cheese pierogi\nBigos\nPickles\nTasty Polish desserts\nComplimentary water and coffee\n\nPre-register and order a meal by Monday August 22\, 2024\, to get discounted prices: \n\n$20 combo for adults — includes kielbasa (1)\, pierogi (4)\, bigos\, pickles\, dessert\, beverage*\n$45 family meal — consists of two combos plus meals for children under 12\n\nPre-registered guests are guaranteed food\, while walk-ins are first-come\, first-served. \nRegister here online or mail your order with a check to our office at 93 West Little Canada Rd\, Unit 106\, Saint Paul\, MN 55117\, c/o Picnic. \nWalk-in meal prices: \n\n$25 combo for adults — includes kielbasa (1)\, pierogi (4)\, bigos\, pickles\, dessert\, beverage*\n$55 family meal — consists of two combos plus meals for children under 12\n$15 plate of either bigos or pierogi (6) or kielbasa (1); includes beverage* and dessert\n$9 child meal (under 12)\n\n*Beer and wine will be available for adults with a recommended $7 donation per serving. \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Meal option\n \n\n\n\n \n Adult combo (everything) $20.00 USD\n \n Family ticket (2 combos plus children under 12 meals) $45.00 USD\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nWe also welcome volunteers to help set up for the event and serve guests. If you can commit to a morning (11 am-3 pm) or afternoon (3 pm-7 pm) shift on Saturday\, please email us at office@pacim.org to put in four (4) volunteer hours and claim your complimentary picnic lunch. URL:https://pacim.org/event/pacim-family-picnic/ LOCATION:Vadnais – Sucker Lake Regional Park\, Sucker Lake Pavilion #1\, 4500 Rice Street\, Vadnais Heights\, MN\, 55127\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Untitled-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240404T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240404T210000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20240403T220359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T215751Z UID:5601-1712257200-1712264400@pacim.org SUMMARY:Board Meeting on Zoom DESCRIPTION:The regular PACIM Board Meeting will be conducted on Zoom on Thursday\, April 4\, 2024\, at 7:00 PM. Please email office@pacim.org for the meeting access information. URL:https://pacim.org/event/board-meeting-2/ CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Untitled-8.png ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T210000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20240312T170643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T170643Z UID:5593-1710442800-1710450000@pacim.org SUMMARY:Board Meeting DESCRIPTION:The regular monthly PACIM Board Meeting will take place in the PACIM office on Thursday\, March 14\, 2024\, at 7:00 PM. URL:https://pacim.org/event/board-meeting/ LOCATION:PACIM Office\, 93 W Little Canada Rd\, Suite 106\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55117\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/DSC8582.png ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240225T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240225T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20240218T001251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240218T232351Z UID:5533-1708867800-1708873200@pacim.org SUMMARY:Literary Afternoon with Andi Kopek DESCRIPTION:We invite you to a literary afternoon featuring Andi Kopek\, a Polish-American writer and poet. \nAndi Kopek will present his latest book titled “Shmehara\,” which has received high acclaim and 5-star reviews from the Literary Titan organization. \nThis is a unique opportunity to meet the author in person\, listen to beautiful poetry\, discover interesting stories behind the creation of these poems\, and discuss the role of artificial intelligence in art. We will also see unique\, dynamic illustrations that have won a series of international awards at independent film festivals in the United States\, Chile\, Spain\, and other countries. \nThe book will be available for purchase during the evening\, and the author will personally sign copies for each person who buys it on-site. This is a one-time opportunity! \nA portion of the proceeds from the sale will be donated to the Polish Center for International Aid in Warsaw to support Ukrainian refugees in Poland\, providing access to psychological assistance for war refugee children. This help is essential after the traumatic experiences of forced migration resulting from the brutal attack of the Russian army on Ukraine. \nThe evening will be conducted in Polish\, English\, and “Ponglish.” \nAndi Kopek (a pen name) was born in Poland\, in Łowicz. In 1997\, he left with his family for the United States\, where he worked for many years in the science field. Writing and fine arts have always been his passion\, which he continues to pursue to this day. \n“Shmehara” is his first book published in the United States. It is a collection of poetry\, short narratives\, and dynamic illustrations that deeply describe the inner struggle of an individual facing the brutal challenges of contemporary society. The poems are extremely personal; some of them refer to the tragic events of the war in Ukraine\, where the author’s family roots come from. Early readers praise the book for its honesty\, beautiful verses\, and for conveying raw emotions. \nAndi Kopek’s work sounds intriguing\, and the blend of personal experiences and artistic expression promises a captivating literary evening. 📚✨ \nAdmission is free. Refreshments will be served. \n\nhttps://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/AK-Shmehara-Cover-Animated.mp4 URL:https://pacim.org/event/literary-afternoon-with-andi-kopek/ LOCATION:PACIM Office\, 93 W Little Canada Rd\, Suite 106\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55117\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/AK-Shmehara-Cover-Full.pdf ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240211T000000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20231007T182406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240211T002303Z UID:5326-1707584400-1707609600@pacim.org SUMMARY:Bal Karnawałowy 2024 DESCRIPTION:  \nThe traditional PACIM Carnival Ball is scheduled for the last Saturday of Carnival\, February 10\, 2024\, at Midland Hills Country Club\, 2001 Fulham Street\, Roseville\, MN 55113. \n  \nThree-course dinner with the following choice of the main course: \n\n8-ounce Top Sirloin Steak with a wild mushroom glaze\nMidland Chicken — lightly floured and pan-seared with buttery white wine source with lemon\, artichokes\, tomatoes\, capers\, and Kalamata olives\nWalleye Pike — lightly breaded and baked\, served with lemon and tartar sauce.\n\nAccompaniments\nYukon Gold whipped potatoes and Amaretto glazed mini carrots. \nMidland Hills Salad — romaine and iceberg lettuce with tomato\, cucumber\, beets\, croutons\, sunflower seeds\, Parmesan cheese\, and creme peppercorn dressing. Served with rolls\, butter\, coffee\, and hot tea. \nPączki for dessert! \nA glass of wine is included with the dinner. Cash bar. \nProgram\n5:00 PM Cocktails and Silent Auction\n6:00 PM Dinner\n7:15 PM Presentation of Award to Walter Shimshock (posthumously). Please see the information about him below.\n7:30 PM Performance by Dolina Dancers\n8:00 PM Bal Opening with Polonaise dance\nDancing until Midnight. \nEntrance on the right by the Polish flag.\n\nSilent auction is conducted online. To view auctioned items and to place bids\, please visit www.32auctions.com/pacimbal2024 \nWalter Shimshock \nDuring the official part of the Ball\, Walter Shimshock (a.k.a. Władysław Szymczak)\, an American airman of Polish descent who perished in September 1944\, will be posthumously honored. Walter died while participating in a supply airdrop operation for the Warsaw Uprising conducted by the USA Air Force. At the time of his death\, Walter Shimshock was a 19-year-old\, a third-generation Polish immigrant living with his family in NE Minneapolis and was a parishioner of the Holy Cross Church. The B-17 Flying Fortress\, of which he was a crew member\, was shot down near Warsaw during a supply flight. Walter survived the crash but was captured by the Germans\, tortured\, and executed. \nIn 1987\, the Polish town of Łomianki unveiled the Monument to the Memory of American Airmen and established contacts with the families of the fallen soldiers. It fostered friendly relations\, leading to the establishment of sister city cooperation with Columbia Heights\, MN. Bernard and George Szymczak\, the brothers of the fallen airman\, were fervent advocates of this idea. At their initiative\, in 1991\, a cooperation agreement was signed between Łomianki and Columbia Heights. This close relationship between the two cities continues to this day\, as demonstrated by the latest initiative of PACIM to erect a twin monument in one of the municipal parks in Columbia Heights. \nThe monument will be a replica of the one standing in Łomianki\, and a renowned Polish artist living in Wisconsin has already been commissioned to create it. The PACIM initiative involves the authorities of Columbia Heights\, the Consul General of the Republic of Poland in Chicago\, Columbia Heights Sister Cities International\, and many private donors. PACIM is collecting funds for this purpose\, and the ceremonial erection of the monument is planned for September this year\, on the 80th anniversary of the shooting down of the plane and its heroic crew. URL:https://pacim.org/event/bal-karnawalowy-2025/ LOCATION:Midland Hills Country Club\, 2001 Fulham Street\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Untitled-18-1-e1704995259769.png ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T203000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20240130T165815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T184623Z UID:5517-1706367600-1707597000@pacim.org SUMMARY:Silent Auction DESCRIPTION:A Silent Auction traditionally accompanies this year’s Ball. The purpose of the auction is to raise funds for various PACIM activities in the year 2024\, such as \n\nExpansion of Polish language classes with more teachers\nMore Literary\, Arts\, and Event Programming\nConstruction of 1944 Warsaw US Airlift Memorial in Columbia Heights\nDigitalization of the PACIM Library holdings and PACIM records\nRaising the number of PACIM scholarship recipients\nContinuing to assist Polish orphans\nHelping with PACIM operating expenses.\n\nThe auctioned items were donated to PACIM by various organizations\, including Polanie Club and The Wasi Foundation\, as well as by several individuals. Thank you! \nThe auction will be conducted entirely online\, but we will present the auctioned items during the Ball\, and you can also place your online bids at that time. Use the button below to access the auction site. \nPlease bid generously! \nEnter Silent Auction URL:https://pacim.org/event/silent-auction/ LOCATION:Online at https://www.32auctions.com/pacimbal2024 CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Untitled-20-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231217T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231217T210000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20231006T193230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T161930Z UID:5321-1702830600-1702846800@pacim.org SUMMARY:PACIM Wigilia Dinner DESCRIPTION:The PACIM Board cordially invites you\, your family\, and friends to the 2023 Wigilia Dinner. Please join us for an evening of community\, tradition\, music\, and good food. \n4:30 pm  — Carols (kolędy) and other Christmas activities.\n6:00 pm — Traditional Wigilia Dinner. \nDinner includes herrings in oil\, red borsch with “uszka\,” fried or baked fish\, mashed potatoes\, sauerkraut with mushrooms\, two types of pierogies\, cake\, and dry fruit compote. \nTickets:\n• $50 for PACIM members\n• $60 for non-members\n• $20 for children 15 and under\n• $140 family option (2 adults with children) \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Purchase your ticket\n \n\n\n\n \n Non-Member $60.00 USD\n \n Member $50.00 USD\n \n Child under 15 $20.00 USD\n \n Family: 2 adults with children $140.00 USD\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Your name\n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Who do you want to sit with?\n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nTickets are also available for purchase by sending a check by Dec 13\, 2023\, to\nPACIM\n93 Little Canada Rd W\, UNIT 106\nSaint Paul\, MN 55117 \nPlease indicate the names of people you would like to sit with. The event is open to everyone. \nThe venue\, located at the corner of 17th Avenue and Fourth Street in Northeast Minneapolis\, is fully accessible via an elevator entrance in the courtyard between Holy Cross Church and School. Limited handicapped parking spots are available in the courtyard lot\, with additional well-lit parking lots surrounding the building. \n  URL:https://pacim.org/event/pacim-wigilia-dinner/ LOCATION:Holy Cross Catholic Church – Kolbe Hall\, 1621 University Ave NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413 CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Untitled-17.png ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231119T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231119T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20230906T015640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T160149Z UID:5216-1700391600-1700406000@pacim.org SUMMARY:PACIM Soup Festival DESCRIPTION:This year during the traditional Polish Soup Fest we will serve eight delicious Polish soups — borscht (barszcz)\, chicken noodle (rosół)\, tomato (pomidorowa)\, split pea (grochówka)\, sauerkraut (kapuśniak)\, dill pickle (ogórkowa)\, mushroom (grzybowa)\, sour rye (żurek) — and your favorite bigos (hunter’s stew). \nPrice for testing of eight different soups and bigos (until supplies last):\n$15 for adults\n$7 for children under 10 \nIf any soups are left at the end of the event\, you will be able to purchase 160z containers for $15. \nPreorder 16oz containers for $12.50 until Thursday\, November 16\, 2023\, by mailing checks with the annotation “soup festival” to:\nPACIM\n93 Little Canada Rd W\, Suite 106\nSaint Paul\, MN 55117 \nPlease add information about the type of soup you want to order. \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n Choose your soups\n \n\n\n\n \n Barszcz $12.50 USD\n \n Mushroom $12.50 USD\n \n Dill Pickle $12.50 USD\n \n Tomato $12.50 USD\n \n Zurek $12.50 USD\n \n Sauerkraut $12.50 USD\n \n Chicken $12.50 USD\n \n Split Pea $12.50 USD\n \n Bigos $12.50 USD\n \n \n\n\n \n \n\nVOLUNTEERS NEEDED \nIf you would like to volunteer\, please sign up using the following link: sign-up list or contact Donna Linert Sisler at dlinert51@gmail.com\, phone 612 251 4511. URL:https://pacim.org/event/pacim-soup-festival-2/ LOCATION:Holy Cross Catholic Church – Kolbe Hall\, 1621 University Ave NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413 CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231112T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231112T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20230906T022922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T195949Z UID:5228-1699804800-1699812000@pacim.org SUMMARY:Visit by Polish Consul General DESCRIPTION:The PACIM Board\, along with members of the Polish-American community\, will meet with the Polish Consul General\, Dr. Paweł Zyzak to showcase community achievements and outline future plans. We will also discuss potential collaboration with Polish government agencies in executing community projects and programs. This meeting is open to anyone interested and will be conducted in English. Refreshments will be provided. \nPhoto Paweł Zyzak. (2023\, June 16). In Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pawe%C5%82_Zyzak URL:https://pacim.org/event/visit-by-polish-consul-general/ LOCATION:PACIM Office\, 93 W Little Canada Rd\, Suite 106\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55117\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Pawel_Zyzak_2-jpg.webp ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231113 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20231101T205242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T192043Z UID:5354-1699660800-1699833599@pacim.org SUMMARY:Polish Independence Day Celebrations DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 11\, 2023\nIndependence Run\n12:00 pm – 2:00 pm \nStarting and finishing up at Stone Arch Bridge and 6th Ave SE\, right by the Mississippi River in Minneapolis (Father Hennepin Bluff Park). \nThe main route (“white”) is 5.4 km (3.3 miles)\, and the recreational route (red”) is 2.75 km (1.7 miles) \nSpecial Guest:  Mr. Paweł Zyzak\, the Consul General of Poland from Chicago\, is joining the race! He’s in town for the weekend. \nWhether you’re a runner\, volunteer\, or just want to cheer folks on\, come on over. If you’ve got white and red (Polish national colors)\, even better! \nRunners\, make sure to register here \n \nSchedule \n\n12:00 pm – Confirmation of registration\, acceptance of starting numbers\n12:30 pm – Polish national anthem\, preparation for the start\n12:45 pm – Start\n1:30 pm – Award ceremony\n1:45 pm – Hot drinks and Polish pastries\n\n\nArmistice Day Celebration\n1:00 pm – 5:00 pm \nThe Local – West End\n1607 Park Pl. Blvd\, Saint Louis Park \nThe Polish part of the program\, including a speech by the Consul General of the Republic of Poland\, will take place at 3:30 p.m.\n \nSunday\, November 12\, 2023\nHoly Mass for the Homeland on the occasion of Poland’s Independence Day\n11:30 am \nHoly Cross Catholic Church\n1621 University Ave NE\nMinneapolis\, MN 55413\n \nMeeting of Polish Consul General with the Polish Community \n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm \nHoly Cross Catholic Church\n1621 University Ave NE\nMinneapolis\, MN 55413\nKolbe Hall \nThe artistic program will be presented by students of the A. Mickiewicz Polish Saturday School and the folk dance group “Dolina.” We warmly invite all Polish organizations\, members of the Polish diaspora\, and everyone interested to come over to meet with the Consul General.\n \nMeeting with Polish Consul General at PACIM\n4:00 pm – 6:00 pm \nPACIM Office\n93 Little Canada Rd W\, UNIT 106\nSaint Paul\, MN 55117 \nThe PACIM Board\, along with members of the Polish-American community\, will meet with the Polish Consul General to showcase community achievements and outline future plans. They will also discuss potential collaboration with Polish government agencies in executing community projects and programs. This meeting is open to anyone interested and will be conducted in English. Refreshments will be provided. URL:https://pacim.org/event/polish-independent-day-celebrations/ CATEGORIES:Community Events,PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/ribbon-white-red.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20230906T020220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T155322Z UID:5219-1698343200-1698350400@pacim.org SUMMARY:Annual Membership Meeting and Election of PACIM Directors DESCRIPTION:The PACIM Annual Membership Meeting and board election has been scheduled for October 26\, 2023. An email will be sent to PACIM members\, providing additional information on the meeting and the election process. \nYour participation is essential in shaping the future of our organization\, so be sure to check your inbox for more information and get ready to cast your vote. \nTogether\, let’s carry forward PACIM’s vital mission! \nIf you are a PACIM member in good standing\, you are eligible to vote. You can cast your vote by attending the membership meeting in person or by submitting an electronic or mail-in ballot. If you have provided PACIM with your email address\, you will receive an election ballot via email from OpaVote and can cast your vote online. If you haven’t provided your email address\, you will receive a paper ballot by mail. The deadline to cast a vote electronically or by mail-in ballot is 6 PM\, October 25\, 2023. It is important to take note that if a member has already voted online or by mail\, s/he will be ineligible to cast a vote again in person. \nPlease email office@pacim.org if you have not received a ballot by October 19\, 2023. \nThe following people decided to run for the position of PACIM Director: \nEdyta Dudek (incumbent) \n\n\n\n\nEdyta is an engineer and a math and computer science educator. Before coming to the U.S.\, she volunteered for the Catholic Intelligentsia Club in Warsaw. In Minnesota\, she served in many Polish organizations: as a Vice President of the Polish Saturday School\, a Treasurer of the Polanie Club\, a President of the Polish Independence Celebration Committee\, a Vice-President\, Treasurer\, and\, from 2021\, President of PACIM. \n\n\n\n\nMietek T Konczyk (incumbent) \n\n\n\n\nMietek joined PACIM in 2008 and soon after became a member of the board and Director of Technology\, a position he held until 2010 when he moved to Colorado. He was re-elected to the board in 2021 and has served as PACIM Secretary since then. He was born and raised in Krakow\, Poland. In 1986\, he arrived with his family in Minnesota as a political refugee\, residing first in Winona\, then in Rochester and Saint Paul. He holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree from Jagiellonian University in Krakow and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science from Winona State University. \n\n\n\n\nAnna Margl \nAnna was born in Poland and came to the USA in 1970. As a long-time member of many US nonprofit organizations\, CFO for multiple companies\, and one of the owners of a business\, as well as a current member of Holy Cross Church\, a former member and director of PNA\, she would like to contribute to the great work of PACIM and support Polish causes. Currently\, Anna is the Treasurer for Minnesota Sinfonia\, a board member of GRC\, Spiritual Mother for SJV Seminary at St Thomas\, a Block Capitan for her neighborhood\, a board member of the International Partners in Peace\, as well as a member of a few other nonprofit organizations. She considers joining the Board of Directors for PACIM to be a great privilege. \nAdam Ramczyk (incumbent) \n\n\n\n\nAdam was born in Lebork\, Poland\, and immigrated to the USA in 1992 with wife Mirosława and son Kamil. He lives in Blaine and has three children: Kamil\, Dominik\, and Julia. He is a member of Holy Cross Church and works as a Production Manager at Starkey. Adam has served as PACIM Vice-President. \n\n\n\n\nAlex Zemla \nAs the assistant of the Polish Museum of Winona\, Minnesota\, Alex is deeply integrated into the daily operations of the Museum. He organizes various events\, including the Smaczne Jablka Apple Fest. He has been actively reaching out to multiple vendors\, entertainment hosts\, musicians\, and sponsors to engage their participation in the Apple Fest. In addition to event coordination\, he plays a vital role in various aspects of the Museum’s activities. He contributes to the production of the quarterly newsletter\, serves as the primary graphic designer responsible for creating both the Polish Museum logo and Apple Fest logo\, manages the gift shop and online store\, oversees advertising efforts\, maintains the website\, handles the main email correspondence\, offers guided tours of the exhibits\, assists with archival work\, and more. URL:https://pacim.org/event/election-of-pacim-directors/ LOCATION:PACIM Office\, 93 W Little Canada Rd\, Suite 106\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55117\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/vote.png ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231002T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231002T203000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20230926T185302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T193852Z UID:5260-1696230000-1696278600@pacim.org SUMMARY:Polish Family Stories Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:Topic: Waves of Polish Immigration to the US \nPolish immigration to the US dates back to 1608\, even before the country’s founding (see article about Poles in Jamestown in the last issue of PolAm).\n\nWhen did your family come from Poland? Were they part of a wave of immigrants after the partitions of Poland? Were they displaced after the Holocaust and World War II? Did they escape communism in Poland? Did they come after the fall of communism? What stories have you heard about your family’s journey to the US? \nCome and share your family’s story with us! \nIf you cannot attend in person\, please email Natasha Walter-Fisk for a Zoom meeting link. URL:https://pacim.org/event/polish-family-stories-group-meeting/ LOCATION:PACIM Office\, 93 W Little Canada Rd\, Suite 106\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55117\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/immigrant.png ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230812T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20230626T153653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T195931Z UID:4952-1691841600-1691863200@pacim.org SUMMARY:PACIM Family Picnic 2023 DESCRIPTION:Join us with your loved ones and friends for a fun-filled day! You can bring your chair or share a table with other PACIM members. Take it easy and enjoy the picturesque Vadnais-Sucker Lake Regional Park. There will be delicious food\, music\, a performance by Dolina Polish Folk Dancers\, a raffle\, and games suitable for all age groups. Kids can have a blast at the playground while you can go for a walk on the park’s trails. \nMenu \n\nFresh-roasted Polish kielbasa\nBoiled potato-cheese pierogi\nBigos\nPickles\nTasty Polish desserts\nComplimentary water and coffee\n\nMenu Options for Purchase \n\n$25 combo for adults — includes kielbasa (1)\, pierogi (4)\, bigos\, pickles\, dessert\, beverage*\n$55 family meal — consists of two combos plus meals for children under 12\n$15 plate of either bigos or pierogi (6) or kielbasa (1); includes beverage* and dessert\n$9 child meal (under 12)\n\n*Beer and wine will be available for adults with a recommended $7 donation per serving. \nPre-registered guests are guaranteed food\, while walk-ins are first-come\, first-served. \nWe also welcome volunteers to help set up for the event and serve guests. If you can commit to a morning (11 am-3 pm) or afternoon (3 pm-7 pm) shift on Saturday\, please email us at office@pacim.org to put in four (4) volunteer hours and claim your complimentary picnic lunch URL:https://pacim.org/event/pacim-family-picnic-2023/ LOCATION:Vadnais – Sucker Lake Regional Park\, Sucker Lake Pavilion #1\, 4500 Rice Street\, Vadnais Heights\, MN\, 55127\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Picnic-2-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230604T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230604T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20230511T214311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T000102Z UID:4933-1685878200-1685883600@pacim.org SUMMARY:Performance by Amelia Kowalewska\, Trumpet DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to announce that a talented 17-year-old trumpet player from Płock\, Poland\, named Amelia Kowalewska\, will perform alongside the parish organist Chris Brand for the Polish Mass on June 4\, 2023\, at 11:30 AM in the Holy Cross Church. After the Mass\, she will also perform a short concert featuring “golden hits” compositions by J. Clarke\, M. A. Charpentier\, J. Stanley\, and others. This is a free event that you won’t want to miss! \nAmelia is the proud recipient of the prestigious 2023 ITG Conference Trumpet Gapper Scholarship and has been selected to compete in the final round of the Ryan Anthony Memorial Trumpet Competition. The International Trumpet Guild organizes the competition that will be held in Minneapolis\, MN\, from May 30 to June 3\, 2023. To learn more about this event\, please visit https://www.itgconference.org/. \nAmelia’s teacher\, Grzegorz Dębski\, will be accompanying her to Minneapolis. \nIf you’re interested\, we’ve included some of Amelia’s recordings for you to enjoy below: URL:https://pacim.org/event/performance-by-amelia-kowalewska-trumpet/ LOCATION:Church of the Holy Cross\, 1621 University Ave NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMG_6239-jpeg-e1684454431183.webp ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230501T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230501T200000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20230501T170620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T172907Z UID:4906-1682967600-1682971200@pacim.org SUMMARY:Researching Your Polish Roots DESCRIPTION:The Polish American Cultural Institute of Minnesota (PACIM) invites you to attend a talk by genealogy researcher par excellence\, Jay Biedny\, How to Research Your Polish Roots \nJay Biedny\, a long-time member of PACIM and past president of the Polish Genealogical Society of Minnesota\, will present a review of records in America and Europe that can help you search for your Polish American roots. Anyone climbing their family tree will benefit from this review of techniques. Many examples of records will be shown\, and questions will be taken.\nPACIM is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.\nTopic: My Meeting\nTime: May 1\, 2023\, 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88029577159?pwd=ak1TSjlvaGFET01RU09DQzBWdG9odz09 \nText 651 271 3302 if you have a problem joining the meeting. URL:https://pacim.org/event/researching-your-polish-roots/ CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/d85cad6a-e430-6c2b-2940-da2cbfb8b766-jpg.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230403T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230403T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20230331T163444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T210422Z UID:4835-1680523200-1680526800@pacim.org SUMMARY:Take-home bigos (hunter's stew) sale DESCRIPTION:Bigos in 32oz containers will be available for sale for $15/container or $25 for 2 on Monday\, April 3 12pm-1pm\, at the PACIM office. \n93 West Little Canada Rd\, suite 106\, Little Canada\, MN 55117 \nIt will also be available for pick-up by appointment. Please call Iwona at 651 329 4269 \nYou can also pre-order containers of bigos by using the button below and pick them up on Monday. URL:https://pacim.org/event/take-home-bigos-hunters-stew-sale/ LOCATION:PACIM Office\, 93 W Little Canada Rd\, Suite 106\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55117\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/przepis-na-bigos-jpg.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230325T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230325T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20230203T154245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230319T162526Z UID:4799-1679749200-1679760000@pacim.org SUMMARY:Drowning of Marzanna DESCRIPTION:PACIM would like to invite you to the symbolic celebration of the Drowning of Marzanna in the Mississippi\, accompanied by hearty food (bigos and grilled kiełbasa)\, beer\, mulled wine\, games\, and other attractions. Kids of all ages are welcome. The event is free. \nBigos in take-home 32oz containers will be available for sale at the end of the event for $15.\nYou can also pre-order a container of bigos here: \n\n \n \n \n \nLocation \nRiedel Farmhouse\nRiverfront Regional Park\n5100 East River Rd\nFridley\, MN\, 55432 \nProgram \n1:00 PM The doors are open\nMaking Marzanna dolls\nMusic & Games\nFood available for purchase: \n\nBigos\, grilled kiełbasa\, cake\nSoft drinks\, beer\, wine\n\n3:00 PM Marzanna Parade to Mississippi\n3:30 PM Take-home bigos sale \nDrowning of Marzanna (Topienie Marzanny) is an old tradition that usually takes place around the Spring Equinox. Marzanna is the Polish incarnation of the old Slavic goddess associated with the end of winter and the arrival of spring.  Dating back to medieval times\, the seasonal rite involved making a Marzanna effigy out of straw and sticks\, which was then wrapped in rugs and decorated with ribbons and beads. The effigy was then burned and drowned to symbolize her demise and renewal of life in the coming spring. URL:https://pacim.org/event/drowning-of-marzanna/ LOCATION:Riverfront Regional Park\, Riedel Farmhouse\, 5100 East River Rd\, Fridley\, MN\, 55432 CATEGORIES:Community Events,PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/5c9375badc6f2_o_xlarge.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230128T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230129T000000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20221019T165749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T223356Z UID:4546-1674927000-1674950400@pacim.org SUMMARY:PACIM 2023 Bal Karnawałowy DESCRIPTION:Traditional PACIM 2023 Carnival Ball will take place on Saturday\, January 28\, 2023\, in the Midland Hills Country Club\, Roseville\, MN. \nThree-course dinner with the following choice of the main course: \n\n8-ounce Top Sirloin Steak\nChicken Breast stuffed with wild rice\, cranberries\, and apples\nVegetarian Buttered Squash Ravioli in white wine cream sauce.\n\nA glass of wine is included with the dinner. Cash bar. \nProgram\n5:30 PM Cocktails and Silent Auction\n7:00 PM Dinner\n8:15 PM Presentation of Award to John Bieniek\n8:30 PM Performance by Dolina Dancers\n9:00 PM Bal Opening with Polonaise dance\nDancing until Midnight. \nFree valet parking.  Entrance on the right by the Polish flag. \nTickets \nThe event is sold out.  Sorry\, no walk-ins. \n \nImage used under license from Freestock.com URL:https://pacim.org/event/pacim-2023-bal-karnawalowy/ LOCATION:Midland Hills Country Club\, 2001 Fulham Street\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230118T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230128T223000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20230118T211855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T211855Z UID:4761-1674054000-1674945000@pacim.org SUMMARY:2023 Bal Karnawałowy Silent Auction DESCRIPTION:A Silent Auction traditionally accompanies this year’s Ball. The purpose of the auction is to raise funds for various PACIM activities in the year 2023\, such as \n\nExpansion of Polish language classes with more teachers\nMore Literary\, Arts\, and Event Programming\nDigitalization of the PACIM Library holdings and PACIM records\nRaising the number of PACIM scholarship recipients\nContinuing to assist Polish orphans\nHelping with PACIM operating expenses.\n\nThe auctioned items were donated to PACIM by various organizations\, including Polanie Club and The Wasi Foundation\, as well as by several individuals. Thank you! \nThe auction will be conducted entirely online\, but we will present the auctioned items during the Ball\, and you can also place your online bids at that time. Use the button below to access the auction site. \nPlease bid generously! URL:https://pacim.org/event/2023-bal-karnawalowy-silent-auction/ LOCATION:Online at https://www.32auctions.com/pacimbal2024 CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG_6637-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221211T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221211T210000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20220617T030258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T124224Z UID:3863-1670776200-1670792400@pacim.org SUMMARY:PACIM Wigilia 2022 DESCRIPTION:PACIM Board would like to invite you\, your family\, and friends to Wigilia Dinner 2022. \n4:30 pm\nCarols (kolędy) and other Christmas activities.\n6:00 pm\nWigilia Dinner prepared by former Gasthaus chef Marian Pierzchalski. \nTickets: \n• $50 for PACIM members \n• $60 for non-members \n• $20 for children 15 and under \n• $140 family option (2 adults with children) \nThe event is open to everyone. \nThe venue\, located at the corner of 17th Avenue and Fourth Street in Northeast Minneapolis\, is fully accessible via the entrance in the courtyard between Holy Cross Church and the School. There is limited handicapped parking in that area and several well-lit lots around the building. URL:https://pacim.org/event/pacim-wigilia-2/ LOCATION:Kolbe Hall – St. John Paul II School\, 1630 4th Street NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Wigilia-22-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221120T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221120T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20220617T025549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T153658Z UID:3860-1668952800-1668960000@pacim.org SUMMARY:PACIM Annual Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Sunday\, NOVEMBER 20TH\, at 2 pm in the PACIM office for the annual all-members meeting. We will vote on five candidates for the PACIM Board of Directors and revisions to the PACIM Bylaws. You will receive more information in the mail. \nAll members are welcome to attend. URL:https://pacim.org/event/pacim-annual-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:PACIM Office\, 93 W Little Canada Rd\, Suite 106\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55117\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/speaker-business-meeting-conference-hall-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221106T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221106T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20220617T025133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T224758Z UID:3857-1667732400-1667746800@pacim.org SUMMARY:PACIM Soup Festival DESCRIPTION:Here is the list of soups that will be offered: \nBarszcz\,\nKrupnik\,\nMushroom (Grzybowa)\,\nPickle (Ogórkowa)\,\nTomato (Pomidorowa)\,\nVegetable (Jarzynowa)\,\nŻurek\,\nand Bigos.\n\n$15 for testing of seven different soups (until supplies last)\n$15 for a 16 oz container (sold 30 minutes before closing). \n \nVolunteers Needed!\nIf you like to volunteer at the Soup Festival\, please use this link to sign-up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0d45a4ac22a5fb6-polish\nThank you! URL:https://pacim.org/event/pacim-soup-festival/ LOCATION:Kolbe Hall – St. John Paul II School\, 1630 4th Street NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/potato-soup-2152265_1920.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20220916T092258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T093055Z UID:4487-1665226800-1665255600@pacim.org SUMMARY:Ladies Sailing DESCRIPTION:Sail with PACIM Syrena Club’s Captain on Lake Pepin\, MN. No prior sailing experience is necessary. \nSaturday\, October 8th\, or Sunday\, October 9th\, 11 am – 7 pm (depending on the weather). Meet at the PACIM office\, and then we can carpool as a group to the Lake City Marina. \n$35 per person\, including up to 5 hours on the boat and light refreshments. \nSend checks to 93 Little Canada Rd W\, Saint Paul MN\, 55117 with an annotation “ladies sailing.” \nQuestions? Email: sailing@pacim.org or call: 612-718-7718. Space is limited. URL:https://pacim.org/event/ladies-sailing/ LOCATION:Lake City Marina\, Lake City\, MN\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/DSC7669.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM Syrena Club":MAILTO:sailing@pacim.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220813T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220813T180000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20220615T203131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220811T015351Z UID:3781-1660392000-1660413600@pacim.org SUMMARY:PACIM Family Picnic 2022 DESCRIPTION:PACIM is pleased to host the 2022 PACIM Family Picnic in Vadnais – Sucker Lake Regional Park.\n\nFor the ticket holders we will provide a full plate of: \n\none (1) fresh-roasted genuine Polish kielbasa grillowa from Chicago\,\nfour (4) boiled potato-cheese pierogi\,\nauthentic kapusta (sauerkraut with carrot) or sautéed onion\ncrunchy Polish pickles or mizeria\ntasty Polish desserts\n\nComplimentary bottled/canned water and coffee. \nBeer/wine will be available for adults with a donation. \n\n\nMeal Tickets\n$25 per person all-inclusive\n$8 children’s plate \n\n \n\n\n\nPurchase your ticket\n\n\nAdult $25.00 USDChildren plate $8.00 USD URL:https://pacim.org/event/pacim-family-picnic-2-2/ LOCATION:Vadnais – Sucker Lake Regional Park\, Sucker Lake Pavilion #1\, 4500 Rice Street\, Vadnais Heights\, MN\, 55127\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://pacim.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/39B9C320-634B-4BA6-A431-5930FA59FED1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220402T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20220316T123900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220617T021819Z UID:3686-1648904400-1648915200@pacim.org SUMMARY:Zalipie Beginning Painting Workshop\, April 2nd DESCRIPTION:Join our artist Mary Welke for a fun\, stress free afternoon to learn about the colorful\, painted village of Zalipie\, Poland. \nAfterwards\, we will practice some of the brushstrokes and then create our own painted folk-art flower and design interpretations onto wooden objects to take home at the end of class. \nLocation:\nPolish American Cultural Institute of Minnesota\n93 West little Canada Rd\, Suite #106\, Saint Paul\, MN \nCost: $40 Pacim members\, $45 nonmembers \nPURCHASE your ticket here \nYou may also write a check and send it to PACIM address above. \nAll supplies included. You may also bring your own wooden object to paint.\nWorkshop is for participants 7 years old up to Senior age group (class size limit 10 participants) URL:https://pacim.org/event/zalipie-beginning-painting-workshop-april-2nd/ LOCATION:PACIM Office\, 93 W Little Canada Rd\, Suite 106\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55117\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220227T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220227T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T160115 CREATED:20220208T234922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220617T021918Z UID:3509-1645966800-1645977600@pacim.org SUMMARY:PACIM Open House DESCRIPTION:Celebrate with us Fat Tuesday or Tłusty Czwartek (in Polish)! \nPlease visit the new PACIM LIBRARY\, meet Board members\,\nand share your ideas for activities that you might be interested in. \nFree pączki\, faworki\, coffee and wine will await all our guests! \nStay until 3pm and meet the author of „The Tripoint” book\, Julia Banasikowski Weir. \nAll are welcome!!! \nDIRECTIONS \nFrom North and West\nTake I-694 E to Rice St in Shoreview. Take exit 45 from I-694 E\nFollow Rice St to your destination in Little Canada\nTurn left onto Little Canada Rd W\nTurn left onto Middle St\nThe building is on the right \nFrom South and East\nTake I-35E N to Little Canada Rd E in Little Canada\nTake exit 112 from I-35E N\nTurn left on little Canada Rd\nTurn right onto Middle Str\nThe building is on the right URL:https://pacim.org/event/pacim-open-house/ LOCATION:PACIM Office\, 93 W Little Canada Rd\, Suite 106\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55117\, United States CATEGORIES:PACIM Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR