Surviving Survival is a haunting staged reading of two surreal and emotionally resonant short stories by Chava Rosenfarb, a renowned Polish Yiddish writer and survivor of the Łódź Ghetto. These newly translated stories—brought into English by Rosenfarb’s daughter, Goldie Morgentaler—delve deep into the psychological landscape of Holocaust survivors navigating life
GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of radical generosity. GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Since then, it has grown into a year-round global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and
An evening of dazzling virtuosity, fiery rhythms, and soulful beauty — a journey through Spain and Latin America with the guitar at its most powerful and moving. Kasia Smolarek — International Guitarist from Poland began playing guitar at the age of eight, when her parents enrolled her in music school.
The Polish Home Association is happy to announce the opening of an Art Gallery in the Polish Cultural Center. We are creating a forum for artists associated with the Polish community to present their art and to popularize and promote art in our community.
It’s been an exciting election season with contests in both Poland and Seattle. But it’s not over yet—the Polish Home Association election is coming up in December, making this the perfect time to renew your membership or join. Every vote matters, and your voice deserves to be heard.
The Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Los Angeles kindly informs that the next consular visit to Seattle, only to process passport applications, is scheduled for October 24-25, 2025. The Consul will be available at the Polish Cultural Center Dom Polski, by reservation only Reservations are required to
Most of us recall the iconic Apple Macintosh advertisement from the 1984 Super Bowl. It left a lasting impression at the time and continues to resonate today. Given the current state of affairs, it is difficult not to reflect on Orwell’s predictions in “Animal Farm” and “1984.” George Orwell’s 1984
10/24 Friday 4:00 pm – Gdynia Film School students films5:30 pm – Official Opening of the Festival6:00 pm – Life for Beginners (guest Magdalena Maścianica)8:00 pm – Vinci 2 10/25 Saturday 2:00 pm – Crossroads4:00 pm – Loss
Don’t miss the Seattle Polish Film Festival! This year’s selection and guests are truly fantastic, thanks to the dedication and hard work of SPFF volunteers. Come by, show your support, and bring your American friends along!
PHA would like to thank you for your participation in the special ballot to approve the purchase of the 1708 18th Ave property adjacent to the Polish Home. Some members voted by mail, some attended special meeting on Sunday, October 12 to vote in person. 219 ballots were received with
Bestsellerowa, wydawana także za granicą seria retrokryminałów. Tonący Szczupaczyńskiej się chwyta. Ulewny lipiec 1903 roku. W Rzymie kona papież, a Kraków nawiedza wielka woda – Wisła występuje z brzegów i zatapia miasto. Rzeczywistość się zmienia, lecz nie dla samozwańczej detektywki Zofii Szczupaczyńskiej, która musi rozwiązać kryminalną zagadkę. Ofiary są dwie:
This extraordinary afternoon, celebrating Polish Independence with poetry and music, presents the work of Maria Pawlikowska-Jasnorzewska (1891-1945), one of Poland’s most beloved poets, known as the “Polish Sappho” and “Poetess of Love.” Maria Pawlikowska-Jasnorzewska was a groundbreaking voice in Polish poetry—the first female poet to boldly write about women’s intimate
10/24 Friday 4:00 pm – Gdynia Film School students films 5:30 pm – Official Opening of the Festival 6:00 pm – Life for Beginners (guest Magdalena Maścianica) 8:00 pm – Vinci 2 10/25 Saturday 2:00 pm – Crossroads 4:00 pm
Each year, we hear from subscribers who just missed consular visits. To stay updated on these visits and other events in Seattle, subscribing to this newsletter is the best way. Don’t forget to share it with your friends and family! Historically, the term “witch hunt” has been loaded with fear,
The annual Polish Fall Bazaar is coming! It is a tradition over 50 years old! Eat delicious, traditional food and get Christmas gifts for family and friends! Delicious dinners of pickle soup, red borscht, pierogi, Polish platter, cabbage rolls, and sweet crepes were served all day with first time on
On September 24, we lost a beloved friend and an inspiring leader. His smile, optimism, and wisdom will forever remain in our hearts. Pacio had an enduring passion for skiing. As a dedicated member of the Alpental Ski Patrol for many years, he brought energy and skill to the slopes.
There’s plenty of news coming from the Seattle Polish Film Festival and Polish Home. Stay tuned!
Last month marked the 104th anniversary of Stanislaw Lem’s birthday, making it a perfect time to revisit one of his greatest works, The Futurological Congress. Even 50 years after its publication in 1971, its themes remain just as relevant today. In this satirical sci-fi novella, Lem unleashes his signature wit
Wystartowała jubileuszowa, 20. edycja Konkursu o Nagrodę Marszałka #SenatRP dla dziennikarzy 🇵🇱polskich i polonijnych pt. „Polska tożsamość na emigracji. Między integracją a pamięcią”! Celem jest pokazanie, jak Polonia i Polacy za granicą zachowują swoją kulturę, tradycję i język, a także jak promują polskość poza granicami Polski, a jednocześnie stają się
Due to a grant from the Polish Foundation, admission to the movie festival will be free of charge! SPFF will be distributing free tickets to the movies and is working on the logistics with the SIFF, but rest assured there will have more updates soon. For those of you who