George Orwell’s “Animal Farm” is a political allegory where farm animals overthrow their human owner, aiming for equality but end up under a more oppressive regime led by the pigs. It’s an allegory of the Russian Revolution, critiquing the corruption of power.
May 3 is one of the most important holidays in the Polish calendar. The Constitution Day of May 3 commemorates the adoption of the first constitution in Europe and the second in the world in 1791. More about the history of this holiday in this article.
The national flag of Poland (Polish: flaga Polski) consists of two horizontal stripes of equal width: white on the top and red on the bottom in 5:8 proportion. These two colors, formally recognized in the Polish constitution as the national colors, have a long and storied history tied deeply to Polish identity and heritage.
NO COVER, early show, we start rocking 7:30PM sharp, till 9pm! All ages till 9pm. Smashing harder than Iga Swiatek and more powerful than Robert Lewandowski’s right foot, Yaazda quartet comes back from a hiatus! Covering hits from various eras of Polish music ranging from pop, rock to Polish and
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Adam Kubicki. Adam was a resident of Shoreline, Washington who passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025. He was only 45 years of age. Although cut short his time with us will be remembered.
Services for Adam will be handled by Sunset Hills Funeral Home, 1215 145th PL SE May 2nd at 1pm.
GiveBIG 2025 culminates on May 6-7. So far the response from our subscribers was phenomenal and we’ve already reached 30% of our goal. Thank you so much.
May 1st, 2nd and 3rd are big holidays in Poland. More about the history of these holidays below.
PS: don’t forget to register for the presidential elections before May 13. You can do it online at https://ewybory.msz.gov.pl
Seattle Polish Film Festival is cooperating with SIFF promoting two Polish/Polish connected films. The first one is “Under the Volcano”, in which a Ukrainian family on vacation in the Canary Islands suddenly find themselves stranded upon Russia’s invasion of their home country, sending them into fits of desperation and introspection as they wander the beaches speculating what comes next.
The other one is “Sanatorium Under the Sign of the Hourglass”, in which the Brothers Quay spin another fantastical stop motion yarn with the surreal story inspired by the work of Polish writer Bruno Schulz, about a young man on a ghostly train ride toward a sanitorium that may exist out of time and space.
The tradition of the May holiday is a beautiful example of how old customs and modern customs can interpenetrate and complement each other. The celebration of May is a great opportunity to celebrate spring, work, family and friendship. It is worth cultivating this tradition and enjoying it, remembering its deep meaning and historical roots. We have more about this tradition below.
May is the month of the GiveBIG fundraiser, the largest in the Pacific Northwest. Learn more about this year’s fundraisers and causes organized by the Seattle Polish Foundation.
We, the Seattle Polish News volunteers, also ask for your help. A one-dollar donation from each subscriber would cover our annual costs. If you enjoy this newsletter, please show your support.
Z okazji Dnia Ziemi chciałabym zachęcić do przyjrzenia się bliżej dwóm niezwykłym tytułom autorstwa Piotra Sochy i Wojciecha Grajkowskiego – “Pszczoły” oraz “Drzewa”. To książki, które zachwycają nie tylko formą, ale i treścią – i to czytelników w każdym wieku. Wielkoformatowe, pięknie zilustrowane, pełne wiedzy i artystycznego uroku, są prawdziwym
Czesław Miłosz’s Issa Valley is a semi-autobiographical novel set in early 20th-century Poland, in a region historically part of Lithuania. It follows the life of Thomas Dilbin, a young boy living with his grandparents in a rural valley. The story captures his journey from childhood to adolescence, exploring themes of
May is coming, and with it, fond memories of “majówka” — May picnics that have become a symbol of spring in full bloom, wonderful relaxation, and a preview of summer holidays. The long May weekend is one of the most anticipated times of the year in Poland. It’s usually the first opportunity in the calendar year for a vacation getaway.
Na prośbę Ministerstwa Edukacji Narodowej, Konsulat Generalny w LA z przyjemnością informuje Państwa o konkursie dla uczniów „Wkręć się w szkołę!”
Join us for the Seattle Pierogi Fest on Saturday, May 10, from 12 pm to 4 pm at Downstairs Hall Adults $18 for one plate of 10 delicious pierogi choice of meat, potato and cheese, sauerkraut and mushroom, sweet cheese, blueberry Children $8 for 5 pierogi. Can be eaten in the Downstairs Hall or at
There are probably hundreds of recipes of Easter stuffed eggs, but I’ll share the recipe used by my mother that I find the easiest and most delicious.
Easter in Poland is rich with both solemn religious observances and joyful folk traditions. One of the most cherished and lively customs is Śmigus-Dyngus, celebrated on Easter Monday. Known also as Wet Monday, this unique tradition combines water fights, springtime rituals, and age-old courtship customs into one unforgettable holiday.
Easter is coming this weekend, and we have prepared a special Easter edition featuring stories about Easter traditions and information about upcoming Easter events.
As every year, the 2025 GiveBIG fundraiser is coming in May. The Seattle Polish Foundation is using this event to raise funds for two vital causes: a Medical & Emergency Fund for our aging community members, and a much-needed Stage and Floor Remodeling Project at the historic Polish Home.
The Seattle Polish Film Festival is seeking donations to help with venue rentals.
Seattle Polish News is encouraging all our subscribers to help cover the cost of using the Mailchimp service.
This year for GiveBIG WA, the Seattle Polish Foundation is asking for your support toward two vital causes: a Medical & Emergency Fund for our aging community members, and a much-needed Stage and Floor Remodeling Project at the historic Polish Home.
The main GiveBIG event starts on May 6, but the fundraiser website is already up and running. To make donations go to the GiveBIG website and select the cause you want to support.
Tadeusz Konwicki’s Minor Apocalypse (Mała Apokalipsa) is a sharp, darkly comedic novel set in communist Poland. It follows a writer’s surreal journey through a decaying Warsaw, exploring themes of political oppression, personal responsibility, and existential despair. Konwicki’s biting satire and vivid prose make it a compelling, thought-provoking read.
Each spring, as flowers bloom and days grow longer, children around the world excitedly take part in one of Easter’s most playful and cherished traditions: the Easter egg hunt. This festive activity, which blends joy, symbolism, and community spirit, is much more than just a game—it’s a cultural tradition with roots that reach deep into history.
As the vibrant season of Easter approaches, one of Poland’s most colorful and meaningful traditions returns to churches and homes across the country and among Polish communities abroad: the crafting and blessing of Easter palms, or palmy wielkanocne. Deeply rooted in Christian symbolism and regional folklore, these unique creations are more than just decorative branches—they are living symbols of faith, renewal, and cultural identity.