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Dyngus Day at Yoerg's Brewing
2026-04-06 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Yeorg’s Brewing, 378 Maria Ave, St. Paul, MN, 55106, United States
A great chance to socialize over beer and kiełbasa!

An event organized by Break the Bubble (Jon Slick):

“Something a teeny bit different.

There is a Polish holiday the day after Easter (Dyngus Day), which is basically an excuse to have some beer and sausage after behaving all Lent. So far, so good, right?

Yoerg’s has plenty of beer (some Polish beers, too), delicious food (including Polish sausage), and it’s also a completely fantastic place BTW. I’ve somehow convinced them to host this little experiment. It wouldn’t shock me if maybe more than a few of you want a drink after dealing with family all Easter weekend.
You don’t have to be Polish to attend… no one’s perfect. “

Introduction to PACIM and the Columbia Heights Sister City Organization
2026-04-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Minnesota Genealogy Center, Minnesota Genealogy Center, 1385 Mendota Heights Road, Mississippi Room, Mendota Heights, MN, 55120, United States
The Polish Genealogical Society of Minnesota is dedicating its April meeting to a special introduction of PACIM and the Columbia Heights Sister City organization.
During the meeting, we will showcase PACIM’s mission, history, and the many initiatives and events that support and celebrate the Polish-American community in Minnesota. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect, discover new activities, and engage with others who share an interest in Polish heritage and culture.
The meeting is open to the public—we warmly invite you to attend and show your support!

Screening of "Budapest Diaries" ("Dziennik z wycieczki do Budapesztu")
2026-04-11 14:45 - 17:00 | Landmark Center – F.K. Weyerhaeuser Auditorium, 75 Fifth Street West, St. Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF45)* presents “Budapest Diaries” (“Dziennik z wycieczki do Budapesztu”), directed by Rafał Kapeliński.
“Loosely based on an event from writer-director Kapelinski’s childhood, this poignant coming-of-age drama is set in 1981, as Poland’s political and economic crises worsen. It follows 11-year-old Irek and his beautiful mother Hanna on a bus trip from Poland to Hungary. Although she claims that she wants to show Irek a more beautiful and colorful world, he eventually discovers that the reason for their journey is more complex than he ever imagined.”
PACIM members and supporters can use the code PACIMMSPIFF45 for discounted tickets.
* PACIM is a proud sponsor of MSPIFF45.
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Yom HaShoah Special Screening: "For the Living"
2026-04-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Capp Center, 1375 St. Paul Avenue, St. Paul, MN, 66116, United States
From the Minnesota JCC:
In January 1945, ten-year-old Holocaust survivor Marcel Zielinski made a treacherous 60-mile journey on foot from Auschwitz-Birkenau to Kraków in search of his family. Decades later, 250 cyclists from 12 countries retraced his path in an empathetic mission called Ride for the Living, created and run by JCC Krakow.
This documentary draws parallels between Marcel’s harrowing experience and the cyclists’ journey, sparking an urgent conversation about the ongoing struggle between dehumanization and empathy.
Co-Director Tim Roper and Producer Lisa Effress will be in attendance to introduce the film and participate in a Q&A following the screening.
$14 GENERAL • $12 STUDENTS/SENIORS
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Screening of "Budapest Diaries" ("Dziennik z wycieczki do Budapesztu")
2026-04-14 13:30 - 15:00 | The Main Cinema, 115 SE Main St., Minneapolis, 55414, MN, 55414

Screening of "Father" ("Otec")
2026-04-16 14:05 - 16:00, 2026-04-17 23:50 | The Main Cinema, 115 SE Main St., Minneapolis, 55414, MN, 55414
Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF45)* presents “Father”, directed by Tereza Nvotová.
“A tragic mistake shatters the life of a devoted father, shaking his marriage and isolating him in guilt. But when he and his wife come to see that the tragedy was something rooted deep in the architecture of the human mind, a fragile path toward forgiveness begins to emerge. With its unique narrative approach, Father challenges the audience’s perceptions of guilt, tragedy and empathy. Inspired by real-life events.“
PACIM members and supporters can use the code PACIMMSPIFF45 for discounted tickets.
* PACIM is a proud sponsor of MSPIFF45.
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Screening of "The Altar Boys" ("Ministranci")
2026-04-16 14:15 - 16:30 | Edina Mann Theaters, 3911 W 50th Street, Edina, MN, 55424, United States
Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF45)* presents a film directed by Piotr Domalewski “The Altar Boys” (“Ministranci”).
“Frustrated by the indifferent attitude of adults and Church institutions towards social injustice, a group of altar boys from a poor parish decides to implement their own plan for moral renewal. Armed with youthful rebellion and their own interpretation of the Bible, they become secret judges, helping those in need and meting out punishment for sins. Told with humor and energy, Altar Boys is a story about growing up, faith, and the fight against hypocrisy.”
PACIM members and supporters can use the code PACIMMSPIFF45 for discounted tickets.
* PACIM is a proud sponsor of MSPIFF45.
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Screening of "The Altar Boys" ("Ministranci")
2026-04-17 14:10 - 16:30 | The Main Cinema, 115 SE Main St., Minneapolis, 55414, MN, 55414
Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF45)* presents a film directed by Piotr Domalewski “The Altar Boys” (“Ministranci”).
“Frustrated by the indifferent attitude of adults and Church institutions towards social injustice, a group of altar boys from a poor parish decides to implement their own plan for moral renewal. Armed with youthful rebellion and their own interpretation of the Bible, they become secret judges, helping those in need and meting out punishment for sins. Told with humor and energy, Altar Boys is a story about growing up, faith and the fight against hypocrisy.”
PACIM members and supporters can use the code PACIMMSPIFF45 for discounted tickets.
* PACIM is a proud sponsor of MSPIFF45.
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Screening of "Erupcja"
2026-04-17 21:15 - 23:00 | Edina Mann Theaters, 3911 W 50th Street, Edina, MN, 55424, United States
Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF45)* presents “Erupcja”, directed by Pete Ohs, and starring Charli XCX.
“Bethany (Charli XCX) has arranged a trip to Poland with her doting boyfriend, who she fears is about to propose. Not so coincidentally, they are staying in the same neighborhood as her childhood friend Jel (Lena Góra) with whom she shares a special relationship, literally causing volcanoes to erupt and throwing their trip, and her boyfriend, into uncertainty.
Director Pete Ohs wrote, edited, and produced this assured comedy that features stellar performances by Charli XCX (in her feature film debut) and Lena Góra, whose onscreen rapport is pitch perfect.”
PACIM members and supporters can use the code PACIMMSPIFF45 for discounted tickets.
* PACIM is a proud sponsor of MSPIFF45.
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Screening of "Erupcja"
2026-04-18 21:45 - 23:30 | The Main Cinema, 115 SE Main St., Minneapolis, 55414, MN, 55414

Locating Records from Poland Online
2026-05-01 14:30 - 16:30 | Zoom
Topic: Locating Records from Poland Online
Finding records from Poland for genealogical research is a critical step in exploring our Polish ancestry but Poland’s complex history and the language barrier can be confusing. After a brief overview of Poland’s changing borders and their impact on the languages in which historical records were created, Julie will explain the process of identifying one’s ancestral village and illustrate the use of gazetteers to determine the parish and civil registry offices. She will introduce key websites for locating historical records online and offline, with an emphasis on sites that offer indexed records and digital images. Julie will suggest strategies to help you get around the language barrier, and demonstrate how you can trace your Polish ancestry from the comfort of your own home.
Zoom Registration Required: https://tinyurl.com/rp2zubuw
Presenter: Julie Roberts Szczepankiewicz
Julie is a genealogist, writer, and speaker with nearly 30 years of experience in researching her family’s origins in Poland, Germany, the U.S., and Canada. She holds a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences from the State University of New York in Buffalo and a master’s degree in endocrinology from the University of California, Berkeley. She currently serves as President of the Polish Genealogical Society of New York State (PGSNYS) and has previously served as Vice-President for the New England Regional Genealogical Consortium, Inc, and Secretary of the Polish Genealogical Society of Massachusetts (PGSMA). Her articles have been published in the newsletters of a number of genealogical societies, and she is the author of a genealogy blog, From Shepherds and Shoemakers.

Constitution Day Bicycle Rally
2026-05-02 13:00 - 16:30 | Huset Park, 530 Mill St NE, Columbia Heights, MN, 55421, United States
Polish Saturday School in Minneapolis invites you to a Bike Rally celebrating Polish Constitution Day.
Participants will meet at the USAAF Airlift 1944 Warsaw Uprising Memorial in Huset Park and ride from there along the Mississippi River. A detailed route map is available via the event link.
Registration: Please use the provided link to register.
About the Ride: This is a recreational rally, not a race. Participants are encouraged to ride in groups based on age and fitness. Parents must supervise their children throughout the event. The main route takes about 2 hours, with an option to return early to the picnic area. A longer route will be available for experienced riders.
Younger Children: Options include joining from designated parking areas along the route or riding shorter loops at Huset Park.
Weather: The rally will take place in warm weather with light rain. It will be canceled (not rescheduled) in case of cold and heavy rain. Updates will be provided the day before or the morning of the event.
Bikes: Participants must bring their own bicycles; no transport will be provided.

Concert in Honor of Polish Constitution Day
2026-05-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Church of the Holy Cross, 1621 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN, 55413, United States
On Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 7:00 PM, Holy Cross Catholic Church will host a concert in honor of Polish Constitution Day, presented on the eve of Poland’s historic national holiday commemorating the Constitution of May 3, 1791.
The Holy Cross Choir and a chamber orchestra will perform a vibrant program of Polish sacred choral music spanning more than four centuries, from the splendor of the early Baroque to the powerful spiritual language of modern Poland. Many of these remarkable works are rarely performed in the United States, making this a unique opportunity to experience the richness of Poland’s sacred musical tradition.
Holy Cross Director of Sacred Music Samuel Backman writes:
“During my years at Holy Cross, I’ve grown more and more fascinated by the rich cultural traditions of Poland—especially its sacred music. After a great deal of research and many hours preparing and performing editions from the original sources, I’m thrilled to bring these beautiful and often overlooked treasures of Poland’s musical heritage to a twenty-first-century American and Polish-American audience.”
The program will feature music by distinguished Polish composers, including Szarzyński, Gorczycki, Mielczewski, Jarzębski, Surzyński, Klonowski, Dankowski, and Górecki, highlighting the depth and beauty of Poland’s sacred choral tradition. A special highlight of the evening will be Wojciech Dankowski’s beloved Mass in E Minor, cherished in Poland for its noble simplicity and devotional character.
Admission is free, and all are warmly welcome. Whether you come to celebrate Polish culture, rediscover the music of your heritage, or simply enjoy a beautiful evening of choral and orchestral music, we would be honored to have you with us.

European Friendship Ride
2026-05-09 10:00 - 16:00 | Czech and Slovak Sokol Minnesota, 385 Michigan Street, St. Paul, MN, 55102, United States
Alliance Française, Germanic American Institute, and Czech and Slovak Sokol would like to invite members and friends of PACIM who enjoy going for bike rides to join them on a spring ride they are sponsoring on Europe Day, May 9, 2026. This 32-mile ride will be a circular route between the three organizations, with stops at each. The purposes of the ride are:

to meet others who enjoy both biking and European culture
to acknowledge the shared values and peaceful cooperation that unites the nations of Europe, as recognized by the observance of Europe Day in many countries in Europe
to increase communication and familiarity between the European cultural organizations in the Twin Cities area

For detailed information about this ride, please see the information and registration page at www.sokolmn.org/eurobike26
The ride will start at Sokol’s CSPS Hall in St Paul, ride up the river to the Alliance Française Joly Family Center for International Understanding in Minneapolis, then head back down the other side of the river to the Germanic American Institute house on Summit Avenue in St. Paul. Finally, we will end up back at the Sokol hall. The route is almost all on bike trails or marked bike lanes and offers beautiful views of the Mississippi River and Minnehaha Falls.
Water and snacks will be provided at each stop, along with an opportunity to learn a little about the organization.
To participate in this event, please register and sign the waiver here. To support the host organizations in providing refreshments at the three stops, there is a $15 fee for this event.
To preview the planned route, click here.
Please register by Thursday, May 7.

Polish Literature in English Reading Group - May 2026
2026-05-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Google Meet, MN, United States
The Polish Complex, Tadeusz Konwicki, 1977 (1984), 211 pp. Surrealist Novel
This novel was translated into English within a few years of being published and presages conditions in Poland in the 1980s (or reflects those that already existed). A mixture of surrealism and the absurdity of the everyday, through which we will revisit what we thought we knew about Poland and the forging of Polishness through the fire of suffering. Where possible we will compare with the surrealism of Witkacy from the previous month.
Google Meet meeting details will be emailed to individuals who register using the button below.
This 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.

Every contribution makes a difference!

Polish Fest at Urban Growler Brewing Co.
2026-06-07 13:00 - 17:00 | Urban Growler Brewing Company, 2325 Endicott St, St Paul, 55114, United States
Join us on Sunday, June 7th starting at 1PM as we celebrate our Polish roots with an afternoon full of beer, food, music, and tradition.

If you’ve never been before, think Oktoberfest… but Polish and in June.

Here’s what you can expect:
Grodziskie — traditional Polish-style smoked wheat beer
Polish sausage and delicious Polish fare served all day
Live performances from the Dolina Polish Folk Dancers from 2PM–3PM

Bring your friends, grab a pint, and celebrate with us in the Taproom & Beer Garden.

Don’t forget to say “Hello” at the PACIM table and see what programming we have to offer in the following months!

Na zdrowie!

Polish Literature in English Reading Group - June 2026
2026-06-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Google Meet, MN, United States
With Fire and Sword (Ogniem i mieczem) by Henryk Sienkiewicz
We 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):
6/17: 1-398 (Chapters 1-26)
7/29: 399-694 (Chapter 27-47)
8/19 695-1137 (Chapters 48-79)
We will watch the film at the end of the summer.
Google Meet meeting details will be emailed to individuals who register using the button below.
This 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.

Every contribution makes a difference!

Polish Fest at Sacred Heart of Jesus
2026-07-18 11:00 - 18:00 | Sacred Heart of Jesus Polish National Church, 2114 5th Street NE, Minneapolis, 55418
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.
Polish Food: Gołąbki, pierogi, Polish sausage, sauerkraut (kapusta), hot dogs, rye bread, chips, desserts, soft drinks, Polish beer, and coffee.
Games and activities for both adults and children.
For more information, call (763) 226-1626.

Polish Literature in English Reading Group - July 2026
2026-07-29 19:00 - 20:30 | Google Meet, MN, United States

Slavic Experience 2026
2026-08-01 - 2026-08-02 | The ROC, 3700 Monterey Drive, Saint Louis Park, MN, 55416, United States
Slavic Experience Is Back

…and this year, it’s bigger and better than ever.
Celebrate 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.
Food. Music. Family. Art. Community. Freedom. Friendship. Love.
All are welcome. Because all are one.
PACIM 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.

Polish Picnic 2026
2026-08-15 11:00 - 17:00 | Huset Park, 530 Mill St NE, Columbia Heights, MN, 55421, United States
Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 15, and join us at Huset Park in Columbia Heights for Polish Picnic 2026!
The event is organized by PACIM, Sister Cities International Columbia Heights, and the Polish Saturday School, and will feature:
🎶 Live music and traditional dance performances by Craig Ebel & DyVersaCo Polka Band, Joe and Jerry Band, and Dolina Polish Folk Dancers.
🖼️ Exhibition of paintings by Teresa Cieńska-Hollanek.
🍽️ Delicious Polish cuisine (individual plates or combos) and nonalcoholic Polish beer or raddler available for purchase (BYOB*)

Bigos (Hunter Stew)
Gołąbki (Cabbage Rolls)
Pierogi
Grilled Kiełbasa
Szarlotka (Apple Cake)

🎈 Entertainment for all ages, including:

Games, arts, and crafts
Splash pad
Playground

🤝 Participation by many local organizations and community groups
…and much more!
Tentative schedule:
11:00 AM Ceremony honoring American and Polish soldiers at the 1944 USAAF Warsaw Airlift Memorial
11:30 AM Food service and festivities start
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Craig Ebel & DyVersaCo Polka Band **
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Performance by Dolina Folk Dancers
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Joe and Jerry Band **
The event is free and open to everyone.
If 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.
* 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.
** Entertainment is partially funded by a grant from the Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Chicago.
*** PACIM custom t-shirts are printed and delivered by OOSHIRTS.

Polish Literature in English Reading Group - August 2026
2026-08-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Google Meet, MN, United States

Celebration of the 250th Anniversary of Tadeusz Kościuszko’s Service to America
2026-08-30 11:45 - 13:45 | Polish Cultural Center and Museum, 102 Liberty Street, Winona, MN, 55987, United States
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.
The program includes:
Social Gathering
Piano Recital
Dr. Eric Brisson, Chair, Music Department, Winona State University
Compositions by Frédéric Chopin:

Nocturne in E-flat Major
Mazurek in B minor, Op. 33, No. 4

Compositions by Tadeusz Kościuszko:

Polonaise in C Major
Polonaise in B-flat Major
Waltz in G Major

Composition by Michał Kleofas Ogiński:

Polonaise in A Minor – Farewell to My Homeland
Pożegnanie Ojczyzny / Les Adieux à la Patrie

Tadeusz Kościuszko: A Man Before His Time
A biographical film by Alex Storozynski
More information and reservations at Polish Cultural Center and Museum

Nordeast Polish Fest at Holy Cross
2026-09-11 17:00 - 2026-09-12 22:00 | Church of the Holy Cross, 1621 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN, 55413, United States
Come celebrate Polish culture, music, food, and community!
PACIM is proud to support this event as a major sponsor.

Polish Literature in English Reading Group - September 2026
2026-09-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Google Meet, MN, United States
The Slave by Isaac Bashevis Singer
Originally 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.
PACIM Library has a couple of copies of the novel, as well as other books by the author, available in both English and Polish.
Google Meet meeting details will be emailed to individuals who register using the button below.
This 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.

Every contribution makes a difference!
