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Join Twin Cities' local and international communities in Brit’s Clubhouse Room for live music, a color guard, and words honoring the global Anniversary of the Armistice that ended World War 1. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the program begins at 7 p.m. Guests are welcome to stay after the program to socialize. Food and beverages will be available for …
This evocative film series explores the tension between darkness and illumination—both literal and metaphorical—within Romanian cinema. Between Shadow and Light invites audiences to experience stories that navigate the blurred lines between truth and illusion, memory and myth, oppression and resilience. Through carefully selected films, the festival showcases Romania’s cinematic mastery in portraying the human condition with stark realism, poetic nuance, …
Warm up with us this fall at PACIM’s annual Soup Festival! We’re bringing the community together to celebrate the comfort, flavor, and tradition of Polish soups. Guests will enjoy a wide variety of homemade recipes prepared by PACIM members and friends—each bowl offering a taste of culture, heritage, and creativity. This family-friendly afternoon will be filled with delicious food, lively …
Anthony Bukoski, Children of Strangers, Stories, 1993. 187 pp., Polish Immigrant Experience, Link Written by a local author and the son of a Polish immigrant, these stories depict the immigrant experience in the Upper Midwest and the challenges that the first and second generations faced in the United States as both Poles and Americans. The author will join the discussion. Google Meet …
The PACIM Annual Membership Meeting, including board elections, will take place on December 10, 2025. Detailed information about the agenda, election process, and candidates will be shared with members in a separate email. After the meeting, we’ll gather for an informal Christmas reception.