Author: Ryszard Kott

Poll results are in

Poll results are in, and I appreciate your participation. Your feedback is valued.

There were issues with the Mailchimp survey feature, leading to some confusion. Despite this, 120 responses were received for the first survey question and 68 for the poll.

94.2% of respondents indicated they want the editor’s letter to continue, while 5.8% answered No. Additionally, 91% of voters stated that they would recommend the newsletter to others.
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Solar Lottery

Solar Lottery is a 1955 science fiction novel by American writer Philip K. Dick. It was his first published novel and contains many of the themes present in his later work. It was also published in altered form in the UK as World of Chance. The main story is about a man named Ted Benteley who lives in a strange world, dominated by percentages and the lottery.

An Evening with President Lech Walesa

Lech Walesa, the living legend who defeated communism and pushed the world toward democracy, is coming to Seattle on his first-ever Grand Lecture Tour. Listen as he takes you behind the scenes of one of history’s greatest turning points – and into the future we must build together. Watch here https://youtu.be/mXVHghnWj_E

Adam Dopierala at Polish Home Association Art Gallery

Through June 2025, the Art Gallery in the Polish Cultural Center presents the art of Adam Dopierala.

You can view the PHA Gallery most Friday evenings when the restaurant is open and at other PHA events. The works of the presented artists are available for viewing in our gallery and can also be purchased directly from the artist. Purchasing artwork is a significant recognition for the artist and additionally sponsors PHA.

Polish Festival at Seattle Center

Polish Festival Seattle returns to its usual venue at the Seattle Center Armory and the Mural Amphitheater this year. The festival will open with a parade from the Mural Amphitheatre to the Armory Food & Event Hall at 12 p.m. There will be the usual attractions – folk group performances,

Farewell to Seattle Polish News

For some time now, Seattle Polish News has been looking for a new editor-in-chief to take over the news service from Ryszard Kott. However, this search has been unsuccessful and so it’s time to say goodbye. Unless somebody steps forward soon, the service will be discontinued starting from beginning of

PHA Annual Meeting and Elections

This is the annual meeting of the members of the Polish Home Association. PHA owns and operates the Polish Cultural Center Dom Polski in Seattle. It is also an election meeting for the PHA Board of Trustees and the Officers positions. Please visit the PHA election page for the election

Passing the Torch at the Seattle Polish News

The Seattle Polish News has finally a new editor-in-chief. Bohdan Raciborski volunteered to run our news service in 2025. He replaces Ryszard Kott, who created the Polish News Seattle in 2002 as an independent news service and has served as the publisher and the editor-in-chief ever since. The service has

“Kulig” Winter Sleigh Ride in Leavenworth

Polish Home Association invites winter enthusiast to a “kulig” horse sleigh ride in Leavenworth, WA. This will be a magical afternoon of Polish traditions, winter wonder, and community connection. What’s Included: 40–50-minute enchanting sleigh ride through Leavenworth’s picturesque winter landscape. Single-use hand warmers to keep cozy during the ride. Meet-and-greet

New Year’s Eve Party at the Polish Home

The Polish Cultural Center invites everybody to the annual New Year’s Eve party. Festive dinner by Sebi’s Bistro includes: 8 hot courses, 7 different appetizers, desserts, hot and cold beverages, a glass of champaign at midnight. Music by DJ Justin. Cost is $120 for PHA members, $140 non-members. For tickets,

Movie “Carol of the Bells” at SIFF

If you missed this movie at the Seattle Polish Film Festival two years ago, this is your chance. In this Ukrainian Polish co-production, directed by Olesia Morhunets-Isaienko takes the ‘Carol of the Bells’ is a symbol of the spirit of brotherhood and unity all over the world. The peaceful existence

Andrzejki Dance Party

Polish Home Association invites everybody to an Andrzejki dance party at the Polish Cultural Center. In Poland, Andrzejki used to be the last party of the season, on the St. Andrew’s Eve, and its traditions include fortune telling with wax poured on water. The restaurant will be open for dinner and