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SUMMARY:Polish Literature in English Reading Group - June 2026
DESCRIPTION:With Fire and Sword (Ogniem i mieczem) by Henryk Sienkiewicz\nWe are pleased to announce that we will begin reading the Trilogy by Henryk Sienkiewicz this summer.  Based on a consensus with the group\, we will start with the first volume\, With Fire and Sword and continue to meet on Wednesdays\, with slight variation.  Here is the reading schedule based on the 1991 Kuniczak translation (chapters provided if you are using a different version): \n6/17:  1-398 (Chapters 1-26) \n7/29: 399-694 (Chapter 27-47) \n8/19 695-1137 (Chapters 48-79) \nWe will watch the film at the end of the summer. \nGoogle Meet meeting details will be emailed to individuals who register using the button below. \nThis event is free to attend\, but if you’d like to support our reading group and help cover costs\, we invite you to make a donation. \n    \n\n\nEvery contribution makes a difference!
URL:https://pacim.org/event/polish-literature-in-english-reading-group-june-2026-2/
LOCATION:Google Meet\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:PACIM Events,Virtual Programming Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org
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SUMMARY:Polish Fest at Sacred Heart of Jesus
DESCRIPTION:Sacred Heart of Jesus Polish National Church invites everyone to its annual Polish Festival\, featuring polka music\, authentic Polish food and beer\, raffles\, and games with amazing prizes. \nPolish Food: Gołąbki\, pierogi\, Polish sausage\, sauerkraut (kapusta)\, hot dogs\, rye bread\, chips\, desserts\, soft drinks\, Polish beer\, and coffee. \nGames and activities for both adults and children. \nFor more information\, call (763) 226-1626.
URL:https://pacim.org/event/polish-fest-at-sacred-heart-of-jesus/
LOCATION:Sacred Heart of Jesus Polish National Church\, 2114 5th Street NE\, Minneapolis\, 55418
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTAMP:20260826T104848
CREATED:20260529T191739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T192245Z
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SUMMARY:Polish Literature in English Reading Group - July 2026
DESCRIPTION:With Fire and Sword (Ogniem i mieczem) by Henryk Sienkiewicz\nWe are pleased to announce that we will begin reading the Trilogy by Henryk Sienkiewicz this summer.  Based on a consensus with the group\, we will start with the first volume\, With Fire and Sword and continue to meet on Wednesdays\, with slight variation.  Here is the reading schedule based on the 1991 Kuniczak translation (chapters provided if you are using a different version): \n6/17:  1-398 (Chapters 1-26) \n7/29: 399-694 (Chapter 27-47) \n8/19 695-1137 (Chapters 48-79) \nWe will watch the film at the end of the summer. \nGoogle Meet meeting details will be emailed to individuals who register using the button below. \nThis event is free to attend\, but if you’d like to support our reading group and help cover costs\, we invite you to make a donation. \n    \n\n\nEvery contribution makes a difference!
URL:https://pacim.org/event/polish-literature-in-english-reading-group-july-2026/
LOCATION:Google Meet\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:PACIM Events,Virtual Programming Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260803
DTSTAMP:20260826T104848
CREATED:20260724T173217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T173217Z
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SUMMARY:Slavic Experience 2026
DESCRIPTION:Slavic Experience Is Back\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n…and this year\, it’s bigger and better than ever.  \nCelebrate the universal human values we all share\, for two magical days in August\, the way they’ve been celebrated in Eastern and Central Europe for centuries untold.  \nFood. Music. Family. Art. Community. Freedom. Friendship. Love.  \nAll are welcome. Because all are one. \nPACIM is proud to sponsor Slavic Experience 2026. Please visit our table at the festival to learn more about PACIM and share your thoughts on how we can better serve the community.
URL:https://pacim.org/event/slavic-experience-2026/
LOCATION:The ROC\, 3700 Monterey Drive\, Saint Louis Park\, MN\, 55416\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260826T104848
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SUMMARY:Polish Picnic 2026
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for Saturday\, August 15\, and join us at Huset Park in Columbia Heights for Polish Picnic 2026! \nThe event is organized by PACIM\, Sister Cities International Columbia Heights\, and the Polish Saturday School\, and will feature: \n🎶 Live music and traditional dance performances by Craig Ebel & DyVersaCo Polka Band\, Joe and Jerry Band\, and Dolina Polish Folk Dancers. \n🖼️ Exhibition of paintings by Teresa Cieńska-Hollanek. \n🍽️ Delicious Polish cuisine (individual plates or combos) and nonalcoholic Polish beer or raddler available for purchase (BYOB*) \n\nBigos (Hunter Stew)\nGołąbki (Cabbage Rolls)\nPierogi\nGrilled Kiełbasa\nSzarlotka (Apple Cake)\n\n🎈 Entertainment for all ages\, including: \n\nGames\, arts\, and crafts\nSplash pad\nPlayground\n\n🤝 Participation by many local organizations and community groups \n…and much more! \nTentative schedule: \n11:00 AM Ceremony honoring American and Polish soldiers at the 1944 USAAF Warsaw Airlift Memorial \n11:30 AM Food service and festivities start \n12:00 PM  – 2:00 PM Craig Ebel & DyVersaCo Polka Band ** \n2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Performance by Dolina Folk Dancers \n3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Joe and Jerry Band ** \nThe event is free and open to everyone. \nIf you are able to help at the event\, please contact us at office@pacim.org or just sign-up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D45A4AC22A5FB6-57246920-polish#/ Volunteers will receive a discount for meal and beverage purchases. In addition\, those helping with food service will receive a PACIM-logo t-shirt** (while supplies last) to wear during the event and keep afterward. \n*  Citi Ordinance $10.201 prohibitions on consumption of alcohol in city parks do not apply to Huset Park on Fridays\, Saturdays\, Sundays\, or legal holidays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. \n** Entertainment is partially funded by a grant from the Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Chicago. \n*** PACIM custom t-shirts are printed and delivered by OOSHIRTS.
URL:https://pacim.org/event/polish-picnic-2026/
LOCATION:Huset Park\, 530 Mill St NE\, Columbia Heights\, MN\, 55421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,PACIM Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T203000
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SUMMARY:Polish Literature in English Reading Group - August 2026
DESCRIPTION:With Fire and Sword (Ogniem i mieczem) by Henryk Sienkiewicz\nWe are pleased to announce that we will begin reading the Trilogy by Henryk Sienkiewicz this summer.  Based on a consensus with the group\, we will start with the first volume\, With Fire and Sword and continue to meet on Wednesdays\, with slight variation.  Here is the reading schedule based on the 1991 Kuniczak translation (chapters provided if you are using a different version): \n6/17:  1-398 (Chapters 1-26) \n7/29: 399-694 (Chapter 27-47) \n8/19 695-1137 (Chapters 48-79) \nWe will watch the film at the end of the summer. \nGoogle Meet meeting details will be emailed to individuals who register using the button below. \nThis event is free to attend\, but if you’d like to support our reading group and help cover costs\, we invite you to make a donation. \n    \n\n\nEvery contribution makes a difference!
URL:https://pacim.org/event/polish-literature-in-english-reading-group-aug-2026-2/
LOCATION:Google Meet\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:PACIM Events,Virtual Programming Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="PACIM":MAILTO:office@pacim.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T134500
DTSTAMP:20260826T104848
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SUMMARY:Celebration of the 250th Anniversary of Tadeusz Kościuszko’s Service to America
DESCRIPTION:The Polish Cultural Center and Museum in Winona\, MN\, invites you to a celebration of the 250th anniversary of Tadeusz Kościuszko’s service to America. On August 30\, 1776\, Tadeusz Kościuszko joined the Continental Army and became an engineering hero of West Point\, Saratoga\, and the American Revolution. \nThe program includes:\nSocial Gathering \nPiano Recital\nDr. Eric Brisson\, Chair\, Music Department\, Winona State University \nCompositions by Frédéric Chopin: \n\nNocturne in E-flat Major\nMazurek in B minor\, Op. 33\, No. 4\n\nCompositions by Tadeusz Kościuszko: \n\nPolonaise in C Major\nPolonaise in B-flat Major\nWaltz in G Major\n\nComposition by Michał Kleofas Ogiński: \n\nPolonaise in A Minor – Farewell to My Homeland\nPożegnanie Ojczyzny / Les Adieux à la Patrie\n\nTadeusz Kościuszko: A Man Before His Time\nA biographical film by Alex Storozynski \nMore information and reservations at Polish Cultural Center and Museum
URL:https://pacim.org/event/celebration-of-the-250th-anniversary-of-tadeusz-kosciuszkos-service-to-america/
LOCATION:Polish Cultural Center and Museum\, 102 Liberty Street\, Winona\, MN\, 55987\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T220000
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CREATED:20260822T224518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260822T225658Z
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SUMMARY:Nordeast Polish Fest at Holy Cross
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Polish culture\, music\, food\, and community! \nPACIM is proud to support this event as a major sponsor. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://pacim.org/event/nordeast-polish-fest-at-holy-cross/
LOCATION:Church of the Holy Cross\, 1621 University Ave NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T190000
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SUMMARY:Polish Literature in English Reading Group - September 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Slave by Isaac Bashevis Singer\nOriginally written in Yiddish by a Polish Jewish émigré\, this story recounts the experience of a Jew in the 17th century\, the period in which With Fire and Sword is set. Four years after the Chmielnicki massacres of the seventeenth century\, Jacob\, a slave and cowherd in a Polish village high in the mountains\, falls in love with Wanda\, his master’s daughter. Even after he is ransomed\, he finds he can’t live without her\, and the two escape together to a distant Jewish community. Racked by his consciousness of sin in taking a Gentile wife and by the difficulties of concealing her identity\, Jacob nonetheless stands firm as the violence of the era threatens to destroy the ill-fated couple. \nPACIM Library has a couple of copies of the novel\, as well as other books by the author\, available in both English and Polish. \nGoogle Meet meeting details will be emailed to individuals who register using the button below. \nThis event is free to attend\, but if you’d like to support our reading group and help cover costs\, we invite you to make a donation. \n    \n\n\nEvery contribution makes a difference!
URL:https://pacim.org/event/polish-literature-in-english-reading-group-september-2026/
LOCATION:Google Meet\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:PACIM Events,Virtual Programming Events
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