An Evening with President Lech Walesa
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.
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.
Wendy Rader-Konofalski has a solo art show coming up soon at Victor’s Celtic Coffee Shop in Redmond just as her exhibit at the Polish Home is coming to an end. She will be showing a large variety of brand new paintings including a triptych called “We the People,” in a solo show in Redmond. Everyone is welcome to the Opening Reception. What: Wendy’s Solo Exhibit and Sale (Get a cup of coffee and a baked
At the annual meeting of the Polish Home Association held on January 26, 2025, Lidia Jasklowska has been re-elected as the PHA President, Erik Lidzbarski as the Senior Vice-President and Roman Rogalski as the Treasurer. The following candidates were elected to the Board of Trustees:Jerzy Augustyniak, Olivia (Miasik) Blandy, Wanda Cieslar – Pawluskiewicz, John Golubiec, Mark Golubiec, Pawel Krupa, Irena Kulik, Jola Paliswiat, Ala Pawluskiewicz – Wobbrock, Katarzyna (Kasia) Pietrzyk, Henryka Posluszny, John Rodgers, Andrzej
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 January 2025. The Seattle Polish News is an independent news service serving Seattle and the Pacific Northwest since 2002. Since the beginning it has been
As usual at the Christmas season, you can preorder the holiday cold and hot foodstuffs from Sebi’s. Pickup is on Saturday, December 21 or Monday, December 23. The preorder form and other details can be found here.
Local artist, Wendy Rader-Konofalski, is back for the November Edmonds Art Walk which takes place every third Thursday of the month. Come and see her and her artist colleague, Becca, on Thursday, November 21st from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Their exhibit is on the inside wall of the Epulo Bistro at 190 Sunset Avenue, Suite B between Epulo and the Cascadia Art Museum. There will be new art this month along with greeting cards
Polish News looks for a new editor-in-chief to take over our news service from Ryszard Kott. If you are interested in joining Seattle Polish News, or discussing what it would involve, please contact Ryszard. The Seattle Polish News is an independent news service serving Seattle and the Pacific Northwest since 2002. Since the beginning it has been published by Ryszard Kott; he also served as the editor-in-chief for all this time. Several people have contributed
Polish folk costumes designed by Basia Niesulowski are offered for sale this Fall Bazar at the Polish Cultural Center. Please visit Art by Basia shop on Etsy for costumes, paintings, drawings, cards and other gift ideas. Or visit Art By Basia on FB for more examples and information.
Calling All Young Artists! Polish Scouts in Seattle are seeking your creative ideas to give us an innovative design for our next t-shirt to honor this year’s Scout Theme: “Give Me Your Hand!” All participants must submit their t-shirt designs by Wednesday, October 30th to be considered. Top entries will be posted on our Facebook page on October 31st for voting. See our flyer for more details or contact us at seattlezhp@gmail.com. You don’t need
Join Polish Scouts! If you are looking for a place for your child where they can develop their skills, make friends, and experience unforgettable adventures – Polish Scouting is the perfect choice! Scouting is an organization that shapes young people, teaching them independence, responsibility, and cooperation. Scouting is not only meetings and camps, but an environment in which your child will learn to cope with different situations, discover their passions, gain self-confidence, develop their character, and
The Juliusz Słowacki Polish School in Seattle is starting enrollment for the 2024/2025 academic year. Classes for adults will be online in the evenings on weekdays and in the morning on weekends, and children’s classes will take place at the Polish Home on Saturdays mornings. The fees for the classes are as follows: $500 for adults and $390 for children with 10% discount for the PHA members. First week of school is from September 21, 2024.
The Fr. Twardowski Polish School in Bellevue accepts new students for the 2024/2025 academic year for classes 0 to 8. The enrollment is based on demonstrated language skills, not on age, and the new students can enroll in person on September 11, 2024, at 7 pm at the East Shore Unitarian Church education building, room E-202 or contact the school for a later date. More: For more information, please visit the school Facebook page or contact Principal
Aleksandra Monk died on July 29, 2024. Please join us for a gathering to celebrate the life of Aleksandra and honor her legacy onWednesday, August 28,2024, 1:00 PM Wisteria Hall, Washington Park Arboretum 2300 Arboretum Drive East, Seattle, WA 98112 Please bring your favorite memories to share, a poem, a haiku, or something else that Aleks would enjoy. If you prefer not to speak but wish to have something read aloud at the gathering, please
Młodzi Polanie – the new children’s dance group invites you to the new dancer’s orientation on Saturday, September 21st, at 12:30 pm. We commit to supporting our youth and children’s physical and cultural development and put our best effort into creating a sense of community and belonging, so necessary during those formative years. We will incorporate songs, dances, and traditions from introduced regions. All age groups will incorporate simple ballet, music theory, dances, and literature. Please
Local artist, Wendy Rader-Konofalski, is opening her house and deck for her Annual Home and Deck Art Show on Saturday, July 20th from 2 p.m. till 6 p.m. Her address is: 11025 NE 96th St., Kirkland. Please come and see her growing collection of paintings–landscapes, abstracts, acrylic and watercolors, many of them brand new. She will have greeting cards, mini paintings. Everyone is welcome to browse, purchase, chat, enjoy the weather and meet the artist
The Polish School in Seattle will run summer courses at the beginner and intermediate level, from July 1 to August 13.. Tuition is $500 for 8 weeks, with 2 hours weekly. Size of group: maximum 6 students To register click here More: please contact the school at polishschool@polishhome.org
June 15: 11am to 5pm, June16: 11am to 3pm Saint Margaret of Scotland Parish in Seattle Local artist Basia Niesulowski is having an art sale featuring her work to benefit the Orphanage in Katowice. This will be an opportunity to purchase her acrylic and oil paintings, pastels, graphics and cards and support a noble cause at the same time. There will be a wide variety of sizes, topics and styles. Come enjoy some coffee, dessert, a
Wendy Rader-Konofalski has several exciting art events coming up! June 7, 2024 from 5 – 7 pm. Art Reception at the Merrill Gardens Senior Living (14 Main Street, Kirkland, WA) where I am exhibiting two acrylic paintings on canvas and two watercolor landscapes on paper, framed. Besides lots of great art, they have a fabulous food table with lots of beverages. Come and cast your vote for one piece in each of several art categories