From the Editor

What a fantastic summer it was

After a quiet period, the end of summer marks our return to full activity. The Polish Home has reopened, and the Ryszard Kott Gloria Artis Medal award was a notable highlight.


An exciting schedule of events is on the horizon, so now is the perfect time to encourage friends and family to subscribe.


In October, the Seattle Polish Film Festival will be back, presenting an outstanding selection of Polish films. For the latest updates, visit the SPFF website.

Events

Piknik Parafialny

Piknik Parafialny

September 20, 2026 12:00 pm

Events, Food

St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic Church

Serdecznie zapraszamy na Piknik Parafialny! 🌿☀️ Już w najbliższą niedzielę, 20 września, po Mszach Świętych o 9:45 i 12:00. Przyjdźcie…

Volunteers Appreciation Party

Volunteers Appreciation Party

September 26, 2026 5:00 pm-10:00 pm

Events

Polish Cultural Center

Polish Festival Seattle invites our entire volunteer community—past, present, and future—to a special Volunteers Appreciation Party! Polish Festival Seattle 2026…

Zofia Król “Droga przez łąkę. Sześć esejów o przestrzeni”

Zofia Król “Droga przez łąkę. Sześć esejów o przestrzeni”

October 9, 2026 6:00 pm

Book

Zoom by Polish Book Club Seattle

Książka Zofii Król wzięła się z tęsknoty. Tęsknoty za pewnym miejscem, ale i za samym doświadczaniem przestrzeni. To wielowątkowa opowieść…

40-Lecie Harcerstwa Polskiego w Seattle

40-Lecie Harcerstwa Polskiego w Seattle

October 10, 2026 12:30 pm

Events

Polish Cultural Center

Drogie, druhny, druhowie, i wieloletni przyjaciele Harcerstwa! Serdecznie chcemy wszystkich zaprosić żeby razem z nami świętować uroczystość 40-lecia naszej działalności…

Domówka u Syreny

Domówka u Syreny

October 17, 2026 8:00 pm

Events

Polish Cultural Center

Celebrate Syrena Seattle’s third anniversary with a Polish-style house party inspired by the unforgettable ’90s! Join us for an evening…

$15.00

Polish Fall Bazaar 2026

Polish Fall Bazaar 2026

November 7, 2026 12:00 pm-5:00 pm

Events

Polish Cultural Center

The Polish Fall Bazaar is coming! Join us and celebrate together our tradition over 60 years old! Enjoy a delicious…

News

Radio Gdańsk series on Gdynia History

Radio Gdańsk has launched a sixty-part audio series, “Gdynia Obiecana,” inspired by Grzegorz Piątek’s book on Gdynia’s extraordinary interwar transformation. The series explores not only the city’s rapid development but also the people behind it and the social costs involved. Created to mark Gdynia’s centennial, each six-minute episode airs on weekdays at 5:45 a.m. and repeats at 8:50 p.m. (Seattle times: 8:45 p.m. PDT the previous day for the morning broadcast, and 11:50 a.m. PDT

Vivat Musica! Polish Choir is looking for new members

Do you love Polish music and enjoy singing? Vivat Musica! Polish Choir at the Polish Home Association in Seattle is welcoming new members! It’s a friendly and vibrant group brought together by a love of music, Polish culture, and singing together. You don’t need to be a professional singer — enthusiasm and a desire to sing are what matter most! The choir is directed by Dr. Marcin Paczkowski, an outstanding musician and conductor. 🎶 The

Indie Games Poland Foundation Returns to PAX West for Its 10th Anniversary Showcase

The Indie Games Poland Foundation is celebrating its 10th appearance at PAX West in Seattle, the largest video game trade show in the United States — and one of the biggest in the world. This year’s booth features 14 diverse independent games developed in Poland, including several titles published by Polish companies. Visitors will have the chance to meet the creators, learn about their development process, and experience unique games across a wide range of

Ryszard Kott receives Gloria Artis award

Ryszard Kott will receive the Gloria Artis medal on September 4 for his significant contributions to Polish culture and heritage. His efforts include establishing the Maria Kott Endowed Professorship of Polish Studies, founding the Seattle Polish Foundation, and organizing cultural events. He has been pivotal in promoting Polish arts and traditions in the U.S.

Seattle Polish Foundation (SPF) — Join the Heart of Our Community

Seattle Polish Foundation (SPF) is the main Polish‑American charity in Seattle and Washington State — and everything we do is about keeping Polish culture vibrant, visible, and fun in the Pacific Northwest. We sponsor cultural events, support local Polish organizations, and team up with partners across the region to bring Polish traditions to the wider community. 🌟 Our Big Events Polish Festival Seattle is our flagship celebration every July at Seattle Center. Since 2012, it’s

Friday Dinner Summer Break

Please note that our Friday Dinner kitchen will be closed during July and August for a summer break. PHA is looking forward to welcoming everyone back on Friday, September 11, from 5 PM to 9 PM. Have a wonderful summer, and see you soon at the Polish Home Association!

Short Stories

Marcin Pączkowski

Marcin Pączkowski

Marcin Pączkowski is a composer, conductor, digital artist, and performer working with both traditional and electronic media. Born and raised in Poland, he earned Master’s degrees in both Music Composition and Symphony and Opera Conducting from the Academy of Music in Kraków. He subsequently earned a Ph.D. in Digital Arts and Experimental Media (DXARTS) from the University of Washington. Dr. Pączkowski serves as the Music Director for the Polish Choir Vivat Musica in Seattle and

Reviews

Walkkie

Walkkie

When you have guests from Poland visiting Seattle, instead of taking them only to the obvious tourist attractions, use Walkkie to show them the city’s hidden gems, local culture, and lesser-known spots that make Seattle feel more personal and authentic than a typical sightseeing tour. Walkkie is a location-based discovery...

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