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Visit the Polish American Cultural Center Museumon the Internet at: www.PolishAmericanCenter.org

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654 Ferry Road - Doylestown, PAwww.PolisShrine.com

Polish American Festival

The National Shrine ofOur Lady of Czestochowa

“41st Annual”

Festival Hours • 12 Noon to 8 P.M.

September 2,3,4 (Labor Day), 9,10, 2006

$7.00 Per PersonAdmissionIncludes:

Free ParkingMidway RidesStage Shows

Polish ArtExhibition

Special EventsFor info - call:215-345-0600

Sat. Sept. 2nd

Sun. Sept. 3rdPolish American

String Band

Wislanie 90

Dyna Brass

Sat. Sept. 9thJersey Polka Richie

Dennis Polisky& the Maestro’s Men

Sun. Sept 10thEddie Derwin &

the Polka Naturals

Ray Jay & Carousels

Mon. Sept. 4thLabor Day

Tommy Thomas & Trio

Wislanie 90

Lenny Gomulka &Chicago Push

Charm City Sound

Wislanie 90

Henry & the Versa J’s

Museum Gift Shop on the Internet You can visit the Museum’s Internet Gift Shop and print out the orderform from the home page of the Cultural Center’s Internet site at:PolishAmericanCenter.org.

To receive a mail order form, call the Museum at (215) 922-1700.

Benjamin Franklin BridgeCelebrates 80th Anniversary

A portrait of Modjeski hangs in the PolishAmerican Cultural Center Museum, 308Walnut Street, historic Philadelphia, justa few blocks south of the Benjamin FranklinBridge.

Ralph Modjeski, considered "America'sgreatest bridge builder", was born inBochnia, near the city of Krakow, Poland

on January 27, 1861. He immigrated to America at the ageof 15 with his mother, famous Shakespearean actress, HelenModjeska, in July, 1876. Even though Modjeski seemed destinedto become an accomplished concert pianist, he went on insteadto become a highly successful civil engineer and "one

of the twentiethcentury's most famousdesigners and buildersof bridges". In 1929,Modjeski was awardedthe John Fritz GoldMedal, the highestAmerican engineeringmedal, with a citationfor his genius incombining strengthand beauty. He wasalso honoredby the Pennsylvaniastate legislature in1966 by a resolutionciting him as one ofAmerica's "greatestinventors".

Despite his busyengineering career,he found time to relaxplaying the piano forseveral hours daily.

He remained professionally active until 1936 and died in 1940.The bridge engineering consulting firm established by Modjeskiin 1893 continues to operate under the name of Modjeski andMasters, with offices in Pennsylvania and several other states.

Listen to re-broadcasts of thePolish American Radio Program24 hours a day • 7 days a week at:PolishAmericanRadioProgram.com

Where you can hear weekly

“Historic Reflections.”See complete radio schedule in this newspaper.

From the Desk of

Michael Blichasz, President

Polish AmericanCultural Center

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National Chairman

Polish AmericanHeritage Month

Committee

This year we mark the 25th Annual Celebration of"Polish American Heritage Month" during October

A National Celebration of Polish History, Culture and Pridein Cooperation with the Polish American Congress

and Polonia across America

This publication is mailed across the United States. In aneffort to help Polish communities nationwide to celebrate, theNational Committee is presenting the following suggestions:

Community Wide

1. Meet with your local Polish American organizationsto discuss a successful, well-coordinated Polish AmericanHeritage Month event.

2. Request local elected officials to present a proclamationor special greetings to the Polish American community.

3. Offer a Mass at your local church for the intention of yourarea Polish American community and invite everyone to attend.Following the Mass, hold a reception with Polish pastries andrefreshments, welcoming all in the spirit of Polish hospitality.

4. Sponsor an event to honor noted men and women ofPoland. During October we mark the death of AmericanRevolutionary War Hero General Casimir Pulaski on October15th. You can conduct a tribute ceremony in front of a portraitof Pulaski. You can also consider honoring people such asIgnacy Jan Paderewski, Fryderyk Chopin, Marie SklodowskaCurie and others.

5. Encourage people to display Polish and American flagsand Polish American Heritage Month posters in theirhomes, organizational headquarters, banks, businesses,etc. Flags, posters and banners help bring attention to the factthat October is National Polish American Heritage Month andthat Polonia is celebrating proudly. Sample posters areavailable from the Heritage Month link on the Museum’sInternet site at: PolishAmericanCenter.com

6. Sponsor a lunch or dinner social with Polish food, musicand entertainment.

Youth Activities

1. Organize an essay contest in your local schools. Completeinformation on sponsoring an essay contest is available fromthe Museum’s Internet site. You can award prizes during aschool assembly or public event to encourage participation fromparents and students alike. Ask local businesses andorganizations to help sponsor the event and offer prizes. Thisis also a way to involve local teachers as judges of the essaycontest.

2. Sponsor a coloring contest. Art work samples are availableupon request from the national committee or you can downloadcoloring forms from the Museum’s Internet site. The coloringcontest remains very popular in schools.

Ask local art students to organize and judge the entries. Aska local printer to reprint the artwork for your committee at nocharge with the name of his business at the bottom as anadvertisement.

3. Sponsor a children’s music or dance recital to highlightPolish music or dance in a local auditorium, school hall orrecreation center. There are children's groups that wouldappreciate this type of exposure. It’s a great way to get peopletogether for a positive event involving young people. Invitethe general public to attend.

4. Sponsor a Polish poster art contest requesting area schoolsto highlight Polish history and culture through student art.Display their art works and sponsor an award ceremony.

Cultural Displays

1. Organize a display at your local shopping mall or libraryfeaturing Polish books, arts and crafts, wycinanki andpaintings by Polish American artists. Contact local artistsand request them to display their works at the local library,parish hall, organization hall, public or office building lobby.

Media Contact & General Advertising

1. Display Polish American Heritage Month posters. Sampleposters are available from the National Committee, or they canbe downloaded from the Heritage Month link on the Museum’sInternet site at: PolishAmericanCenter.org. You can reprintthese posters and encourage local stores, banks, supermarkets,churches and organizations to display the posters throughoutthe month of October.

2. Contact your local newspapers, radio and TV stationsto tell them about National Polish American Heritage Monthand your local activities.

3. Ask local radio programs to mention your area PolishAmerican events during October as part of theircommunity bulletin board or public serviceannouncements. (Every radio station is required togive time for public service announcements.) You can also askyour radio stations to play a few selections written by Polishcomposers over the centuries and recorded by internationallyfamous artists. This is a way for them to bring attention toPolish American Heritage Month and highlight Polishcomposers.

4. Ask local organizations, banks, businesses and electedleaders to place a "POLISH AMERICAN HERITAGEMONTH SALUTE" advertisement in local newspapers oron local radio or TV programs. Placing these salutes each weekduring the month of October will remind everyone aboutPOLISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH. (The NationalCommittee has an artwork for the newspaper, radio and TVsalutes available upon request.)

5. Ask area high school and college students of Polishdescent to assist you with press releases, public serviceannouncements and other activities. Often this is a wayfor younger students to get extra credit for school and willallow them to be part of the Polish American Heritage Monthcelebration. Possibly there are individuals in your communitywith children who could be called upon to assist you withpublicity and other efforts.

Family & Friends

1. Start your family tree and invite all the members of yourfamily to get involved.

2. Review a map of Poland and learn more about the townor city of your ancestors.

3. Read a book on Polish history and share that informationwith family and friends.

4. Attend a Polish American event and invite others to attendwith you.

5. Display a Polish and American flag, a red and white bow,or a Heritage Month poster in your home or place of business.

6. Learn more about Polish customs and share thatinformation with others.

7. Join a Polish American organization and get involvedin some way.

For more information contact the National Headquarters:

Polish American Heritage Month CommitteePolish American Cultural Center Museum308 Walnut StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19106Telephone: (215) 922-1700Internet: PolishAmericanCenter.org

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Polish Museum of AmericaAmerica’s First Ethnic Museum

984 North Milwaukee AvenueChicago, IL 60622

773-384-3352 • http://pma.prcua.org

Polish American Citizens ClubCamden County

7th Annual PicnicSaturday, August 19, 2006 (Rain or Shine)Soupy Island, Red Bank Avenue & the River

National Park, NJDirections - From Walt Whitman Bridge, South on

Interstate 295, to Exit 22 • 1 to 6 P.M.

Featuring Chuck Pendrak BandFood & Refreshments Available

For information call Joe Prorok at 856-478-4615.

Maria Koleda, PresidentSt. Adalbert’s

Polish Language SchoolThompson Street and Allegheny Ave.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

St. Adalbert Polish Language School islooking forward to another fruitful schoolyear. We will welcome returning andnew students back to school on Saturday,September 9, 2006 at 9:00 A.M. Pleasehave children ready for class for we willstart up immediately.

Learning a second, third or even a fourth language is verypopular. Our public and private schools are offering manylanguage choices and requirements for a foreign language hasincreased in certain high schools from three to six years. Asa result we are experiencing an increase in Saturday schoolpopulation.

This year we will be offering a class for high school agedteenagers. It will cover many topics at a closer range. We wouldalso like to begin a group for the children who do not speak anyor much Polish. They are in need of a different approach and wewant to extend a very warm welcome to those who wish to learnconversational Polish.

The changes - they are coming. We are open to changesand improvements and embrace all of our Polish youth fromkindergarten through high school. WITAMY!

We are also interviewing teachers for these positions. Allinterested parties please call Maria Koleda at 610-368-1604for further information.

Polish Police Association Polka WeekendFrom Friday, November 17th, to Sunday, November 19th, the

Polish Police Association of Philadelphia is inviting you to their“Reunion Weekend” at the Grand Hotel in Cape May, NJ. Musicwill be provided by Jolly Joe & the Bavarians, Polka Punch,Johnny O’Such, Shoreliners and more. You will enjoy a welcomeparty, 6 full course meals, cocktail parties, sports, a Polka Masson Sunday morning, and much more. For more information orreservations contact Bob Bailey 215-634-7325 or Joseph Gorkaat 856-384-6162.

Jadwiga Kozdra, PresidentOur Lady of CzestochowaPolish Language School

Dunks and Ferry RoadDoylestown, PA

Welcome to our eighth year at OurLady of Czestochowa Polish LanguageSchool. We have classes for all ages,ranging from kindergarten to adultgroups. Students meet every Saturdayfrom 9AM until 1PM at Our LadyCzestochowa Shrine. Classes will startin September following registration day on Sunday, September17th after 10AM Mass .

You may also meet us at the Polish American Festivalin the children’s section of the Polish Village. The festivalwill be held this year on Sept 2,3,4 and Sept 9, 10 withnumerous new attractions, including “ The Siege ofWarsaw” and some surprises for children. This yearfestival sweepstake also includes 2006 Cobalt LS byChevrolet.

If you are interested in additional information, please contactJadwiga Kozdra at 215-766-1696 or 215-429-6161.

PAC Youth Committee UpdateGet the YOUNG PEOPLE involved!

The Polish American Congress would like to encourage you toconsider enrolling your children in one of the Philadelphia areayouth groups listed below. They welcome participants from allarea public and parochial schools. Contact:

St. Adalbert Polish Language School (Saturdays) Classesare held in St. Adalbert's School Hall, Thompson Street andAllegheny Avenue in Philadelphia. Students from 1st to 7thgrade. For info call Bozena Walska at (215) 634-2084.

Adam Mickiewicz Polish Language School (Saturdays)Classes are held in the Associated Polish Home, 9150 AcademyRoad in Northeast Philadelphia. Students from lst to 8th grade.For info call Irene Ruczynska at (215) 639-5148.

St. John Cantius Polish Language School (Fridays) Classesare held in St. John Cantius Hall, Almond and Orthodox Streetsin Philadelphia from 5 to 8 P.M.For info call Janina Dybas at (215) 671-1161.

Our Lady of Czestochowa Polish Language School(Saturdays) Classes are held at the National Shrine of Our Ladyof Czestochowa in Doylestown, PA.For info call Jadwiga Kozdra at (215) 766-1696.

Polish Beneficial Association (Mondays) Classes are held inPBA headquarters, Almond and Orthodox Streets, in Philadelphiafrom 6 to 7 P.M. Children from the age of 5 and up.For info call Colleen Teska at (215) 535-2626.

Polish Scouts of America "Harcerstwo" (Sundays) The scoutswelcome boys and girls between 6 and 20 years.For info call Kasia Przybycien at (215) 634-0827.

For more information about youth activities in the Philadelphiaarea, call the Polish American Congress Youth Committee,Monday through Friday between 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. Call(215) 922-1700.

J World Travel • Nina Tyra2626 E. Allegheny Avenue • Philadelphia, PA 19134

(215) 634-6006

Stephen Skorczynski, PresidentAssociated Polish Home

9150 Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia

As a member of the Polish AmericanCongress Youth Committee and the historyteacher at the Adam Mickiewicz PolishLanguage School, located in the AssociatedPolish Home, I would like to let you knowmore about our Saturday school. Our programis designed for children from beginner toadvanced levels of the Polish language. Classes are held onSaturday mornings from 9 A.M. to 1 P.M. Registration will beheld Saturday, September 16, 10 A.M. Classes will resumeSaturday, September 23rd at 9 A.M. Children from kindergartento 8th grade are welcome to join our program where they willhave the opportunity to learn the Polish language, history,customs, songs and dances. The school also participates at severallocal Polish American events including the Pulaski Day Parade,Kosciuszko Day and Polish Constitution Day. There is also aspecial Polish language program for adults that runs concurrentlywith the children’s program so families can attend the programtogether. For more information about the children’s program oradult classes, call the school’s president, Irene Ruczynski at:(215) 639-5148.

I would also like to take this opportunity, as the president ofthe Associated Polish Home, to invite you to contact me regardingthe use of our ballroom and picnic grounds for your special eventssuch as business meetings, weddings, Communions, birthdays,anniversaries and various receptions. We have our own parkinglot and there is ample street parking. We are conveniently locatednear major highways. Your caterer is welcome. If you have neverseen our facilities, and would like to schedule a visit, call(215) 624-9954.


Be Proud of Your Polish Heritage!Theresa Romanowski

2006 Pulaski Parade Coordinator October will be here sooner thanwe think - and that means PolishAmerican Heritage Month, a time whichPolish Americans across the nation willjoin in a celebration of Polish heritage,culture and ethnic pride.

Polish Americans can be proudof the contributions made to Americaand the world by sons and daughtersof Poland. They can be proud of whatthey have accomplished since the first

immigration of Polish settlers to Jamestown in 1608. From thecountry which produced Copernicus, Chopin, Marie SklodowskaCurie, Adam Mickiewicz, Joseph Conrad, Henryk Sienkiewiczand a great many more, hundreds of thousands emigrated toAmerica to become leaders in the arts, sciences, government,military service, business, sports and education.

One of the opening events of Polish American Heritage Monthis the Pulaski Parade in center city Philadelphia on Sunday,October 1, 2006. This year ’s parade theme is “Saluting Heroesof Freedom”, which will provide us an opportunity to reflect onthe sacrifices that Poles have made to the cause of freedom. Polessuch as Casimir Pulaski, Thaddeus Kosciuszko, Pope John Paul II,Lech Walesa, Ignacy Jan Paderewski are some examples.

As the coordinator of the 2006 Pulaski Parade, I invite everyoneto participate in this year’s parade and show that we are proudof our Polish heritage. Also, I am pleased to be working with thisyear ’s Grand Marshal, Richard Klimek, well known for his work inPolonia. Richard is the Program Supervisor of Polish AmericanSocial Services (PASS), and the Recording Secretary of the PolishAmerican Congress, Eastern Pennsylvania District, as well as a member of the P.K.M. Polish Folk Dance Group.

Our next Pulaski Parade meeting will be held on Tuesday,August 8, 2006, at the Associated Polish Home, 9150 AcademyRoad, in northeast Philadelphia beginning at 7:00 P.M. I inviteyou to this meeting; volunteers are always welcome. If you cannotattend meetings, I invite you, your family and friends to come tothe parade on Sunday, October 1st, beginning at 12:30 p.m.

Let’s show our Solidarity - Let’s be proud of our Polish heritage!This is the opportune time to do so!

If you need more information regarding the parade, call meat 215-739-3408.

Preparing for the Pulaski Day Parade and Polish American Heritage Month Events

Mark Your Calendar and Plan to Attend theOpening Events for

Polish American Heritage Month 2006 andthe Pulaski Observance in Philadelphia

Wednesday, September 27 - Polish American HeritageMonth and the Pulaski Day Parade ProclamationCeremony, 12:00 Noon, Polish American Cultural CenterMuseum, 308 Walnut Street, Historic Philadelphia.Refreshments following the ceremony.

Saturday, September 30 - Pulaski Dinner Dance, AssociatedPolish Home Ballroom, 9150 Academy Road, NortheastPhiladelphia. Cocktails 5 P.M. - Dinner 6 P.M. For more info/reservations call Jean McCloskey (215) 425-4783 or the PolishAmerican Congress in Philadelphia at (215) 739-3408.

Sunday, October 1 - Pulaski Observance & Heritage Mass,9:30 A.M., Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul Chapel,18th & Parkway.

Sunday, October 1 - Pulaski Tribute Program, 10:30 A.M.,at the Pulaski Portrait near the Kopernik Monument, TorunTriangle Park, across from the Cathedral, 18th & Parkway.

Sunday, October 1 - Pulaski Parade steps off at 12:30 P.M.,Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Reviewing stand at Logan Circle.The parade will be televised on WPVI- TV 6 beginning at1 P.M.

Tuesday, October 10 through Friday, October 13 &Monday, October 16 through Friday, October 20,celebrating 25th Anniversary of Polish American HeritageMonth with guided tours & video presentations, PolishAmerican Cultural Center Museum, 308 Walnut Street, HistoricPhiladelphia, 11 A.M. to 4 P.M.

Sunday, October 22 - “Dozynki” Polish HarvestCelebration Mass, St. Adalbert Church, Thompson Street& Allegheny Avenue, Port Richmond section of Philadelphia,10:30 A.M., followed by a Polish Harvest Festival, St. Adalbert’sAuditorium, 12 Noon to 4 P.M. Music, food and entertainment.Admission free.

For more information about Polish American Heritage Monthand the Pulaski Day Parade call the Polish American Congressin Philadelphia at (215) 739-3408 or call the Museum at(215) 922-1700.

Polish American Travel ServiceTravel Reservations • Translation Services

PEKAO • Parcels to Poland2714 E. Allegheny Avenue • Philadelphia, PA 19134

(215) 634-3396

Polish Language Classes at thePolish American Cultural Center

The Polish American Cultural Center at 308 Walnut Street inhistoric Philadelphia announces its fall/winter semester PolishLanguage Classes. Two levels of the Polish language focusing onconversation will be offered. Classes will be held on Tuesdayevenings from 6:30 P.M. until 9 P.M. The cost of the twelve weekprogram is $125 plus book fee.

If you are interested in enrolling in the Polish LanguageClasses at the Polish American Cultural Center, you can call foran application, Monday through Friday between 9 A.M. and5 P.M. (215) 922-1700.

Attention SchoolsThe Pulaski Coloring Contest will begin Thursday,

September 7, with all entries to be returned by Monday,September 18. Schools interested in participating should callthe Polish American Congress Coloring Contest Committee at(215) 739-3408, Mon.-Fri., 9 A.M. to 4 P.M.

Help the Pulaski Day Parade Committee The Pulaski Day Parade Committee has set Saturday,September 16, and Sunday, September 17, as “Help the PulaskiDay Parade Committee Days.” To help defray the expenses ofthe parade, members of the Parade Committee will be sellingGrand Drawing tickets outside all Polish parishes and clubs onthese days.

Parade and Polish American Heritage Month posters willalso be available on these days. Businesses, organizations andindividuals are urged to display and distribute these freeposters.

Please don’t forget the weekend of September 16 and 17,“Help the Pulaski Day Parade Committee Days.”


Krakus Meat MarketA Complete Polish Super Market

Home Made Kielbasa3150 Richmond Street

Philadelphia, PA 19134 • (215) 426-4336www.KrakusMarket.com

Ellis IslandMedal of Honor

Presented toMSNBC Anchor

Rita CosbyMSNBC Anchor Rita Cosby

received the Ellis IslandMedal of Honor whichacknowledges the manyancestral groups who, throughstruggle, sacrifice and success,helped build this great nation.

Rita Cosby’s father, RichardCosby (Kosobudzki), was aresistance fighter in Warsawduring the Warsaw Uprising.

“For me this is such aspecial award,” said Cosby,whose parents came to theUnited States in 1955.

As a teen, RichardKosobudzki joined the Polishresistance to fight against theNazis in World War II. Heescaped death many times bytraveling in the sewer system.

“My father and so manyother Poles were soon takenprisoners, stripped naked andtaken to a POW camp nearDresden, Stalag IV-B, where,weighing only 90 pounds, hehelped lead a massive escape,”said Cosby.

“As I grew up, I came toappreciate the love of myparents. And the incrediblestruggle they endured in theirhomeland, all to ultimatelyfind the American dream.”

100th AnniversaryCelebrations

Sunday, November 26, 2006- 100 Years Legacy of St.Ladislaus Church. Mass atSt. Helena Church, Yost Road& Rt. 202, Blue Bell, PA19422, 11 a.m., followed by aluncheon at Normandy Farm,Blue Bell. For reservationscall Irene Koziol 215-464-0563.

Sunday, November 26, 2006- 100th Anniversarycelebration of Sacred HeartParish, Swedesburg, PA.Mass at 3 p.m., followed by abanquet at the PresidentialCaterers, 2910 DeKalb Pike,East Norriton, PA. For infocall rectory 610-275-1750.

Patricia Koproski andJerzy Karwowski

Honored at New YorkConsulate

The Consulate of theRepublic of Poland in NewYork City held a celebrationof Polish Constitution Day atthe Polish Consulate on May2, 2006. Two Polonians werehonored at the event withawards presented by ConsulGeneral Krzysztof Kasprzyk.

Patricia VelliquetteKoproski was honored for hermany contributions toPolonia over the last 40years. She is a founder ofthe American Center ofPolish Culture inWashington, D.C., and servesas its Treasurer. She is alsoFinancial Secretary of thePolish American CulturalSociety of Stamford, CT, andis a parishioner of HolyName of Jesus Church. Sheresides in Stamford, CT.

The second honoree,Jerzy Karwowski, was bornin Poland and came to theUnited States 30 years ago.He has been active in Poloniaand founded the OlympiaSoccer Team, which is nowsemi-professional. He isactive in many PolishAmerican organizations andwas instrumental in thededication of a statue of PopeJohn Paul II at the HolyName of Jesus Church inStamford, CT. He lives inNorwalk, CT.

Congratulations areextended to Patricia Koproskiand Jerzy Karwowski fromthe Polish AmericanCongress, Eastern PADistrict. Sto Lat!

In Grateful Recognition of aMajor Donation

to the

Polish American CulturalCenter Museum

in Memory of

Peter KierbiedzOffered by Hedwig Kierbiedz

Polish American CongressSpecial Heritage Month Newsletter

SaluteEnclosed is the donation for the Special Heritage MonthNewsletter Salute in the amount of $

List the following name under thePolish American Heritage Month Salute:

Name:

Business: $50.00Organization: $50.00Individual: $25.00

Must be returned by September 8, 2006

Make your check payable to: Polish American Congress

Return to: PAC Special Edition Newsletter308 Walnut StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19106

We Would Appreciate Everyone'sFinancial Help With This Effort

Dear Members and Friends:

The celebration of Polish American Heritage Month duringOctober and the annual Pulaski Day Observance will soon be uponus. Each year the Polish American Congress coordinates severalactivities to celebrate Polish American Heritage Month in ourarea.

At this time we are asking you to help support these efforts byplacing your Heritage Month Salute in the October edition of thePolish American News.

As you know, the majority of the events sponsored by the PolishAmerican Congress are not fundraisers. They are held tocommemorate important events, celebrate our heritage, work withour youth and keep our people united. All of these events,however, cost a tremendous amount of money, and to help makethem a reality, we need your financial support at this time.

Your salute in our newsletter will help us not only sponsor ourOctober Newsletter, but will also help us with other eventsthroughout the month.

Kindly respond by using the form below. We need your helpto make Polish American Heritage Month a success. Kindlyreply today.

Special Edition Newsletter Committee

Best Wishes to our supporter, the Polish Roman Catholic Unionof America, its National President Wallace Ozog, the ExecutiveBoard, and Delegates and Members, for a successful 59thQuadrennial Convention, which will take place from August13th to August 16th in Buffalo, New York. From:

Polish American Cultural Center & Museum Philadelphia, PAPolish American Congress, Eastern PA DistrictPolish American Heritage Month CommitteePolish American Radio Program

PRCUA 59th Quadrennial Convention


DURBIN, U.S. SENATE MARK 65th ANNIVERSARYOF THE DEATH OF IGNACY JAN PADEREWSKI

Washington, DC - U.S. Senator DickDurbin (D-IL) announced that the Senatepassed a resolution by unanimous consenton June 14, 2006, recognizing theaccomplishments of the extremely popularPolish musician, composer, statesman andphilanthropist Ignacy Jan Paderewski(1860-1941).

Ignacy Jan Paderewski was born inKurylowka, in Russian partitioned Poland.Educated by tutors, at the age of 12, he

entered the Warsaw Conservatory of Music. He graduated in 1878and was hired there to teach piano. He was befriended byprominent violinist, Wladyslaw Gorski, with whom he teamed upfor concert tours. In 1880, Paderewski married Antonina Korsak,also a pianst. Their son, Alfred, was born that year but Ignacy’swife died in childbirth. Ignacy composed a eulogy and immersedhimself in musical compositions. In 1882, he went to Berlin tostudy composition and was encouraged to become a pianovirtuoso. Ignacy moved to Vienna in 1886 to study under TeodorLeszetycki. His rapid progress launched his career as a concertpianist. He made a joint appearance with the famous actressHelena Modjeska in Krakow, where they were well received.Ignacy then debuted as a virtuoso in Paris in 1888 and wasan instant success.

By 1891, his popularity as a concert pianist was wellestablished in London, so Paderewski made his American debutat Carnegie Hall in New York on November 17, 1891. Over thenext 130 days, he gave 109 concerts in his U.S. tour, achievingphenomenal popularity. Paderewski also worked tirelessly to havePoland - which had been partitioned by Russia, Prussia andAustria in the late 1700s and had thus been wiped off the mapof Europe - restored as an independent country. He donated theproceeds of his concerts to the Polish cause for freedom and usedhis friendship with leading statesmen to draw attention toPoland’s dilemma. In 1917, he wrote a document about a NewPoland, which was delivered to Col. House on Jan. 12, 1917, whoin turn gave it to U.S. President Woodrow Wilson. On January23rd, President Wilson spoke of a “New Poland” saying, “I take itfor granted that statesmen everywhere are agreed that thereshould be a united, independent, autonomous Poland.” Thisbecame Point 13 of Wilson’s proclamation, which insured anindependent Poland after World War I.

Paderewski was considered an expert on matters connectedwith Poland. He served as the first Prime Minister of the NewPoland. At the end of WWI, the Big Four (Wilson, Clemenceau,Lloyd George and Orlando) unanimously expressed their opinionof Paderewski as the Polish Prime Minister in a joint lettersigned by them: “No country could wish for a better advocate.”

By 1920, Paderewski had resigned his post and returned to hismusic, giving concert tours in Europe and the US. Even thoughPaderewski aspired to be a great composer and considered it hismost enjoyable pursuit, he had little time to devote to it. Hecomposed several dozen works: 2 operas, a symphony, 2 pianoorchestral pieces, a violin and piano sonata, several songs andnumerous pieces for the piano. His most inventive piano worksare Sonata, Op. 21 and Variations and Fugue, Op. 23. Twopopular piano pieces are the Cracovienne Fantastique and Chantsdu Voyageur, Op. 8. He also composed the famous Minuet in G.

When Germany invaded Poland in 1939, President FranklinDelanor Roosevelt invited Ignacy to come to the U.S. For years,Paderewski had donated much of his earnings to charitablecauses and established the American Legion’s Orphans andVeterans Fund. Although he had retired from the stage, he begangiving concerts again to raise money to assist war-torn Poland.

Paderewski died suddenly in New York City on June 29, 1941.He lie in state in St. Patrick’s Cathedral, then his body wasconveyed on a gun carriage pulled by 8 horses to PennsylvaniaStation where it was sent by special train to Washington, D.C.By an act of Congress, he was buried in Arlington NationalCemetery. By his own stipulation, his remains were not to betransferred to Poland “until the country is free and independent.”His heart, however, was enshrined in the National Shrine of OurLady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, PA in 1986.

Durbin said, “That shows the respect and admiration thatAmerica has for Paderewski. He embodies the democratic spiritand I’m proud to be an original co-sponsor of this resolution.”

Fifty-one years passed before Paderewski could be laid to restin a free Poland. On July 5, 1992, his remains were re-interredin the crypt of Warsaw’s St. John’s Cathedral. US PresidentGeorge Bush and President Lech Walesa of Poland participatedin the ceremony.

With the 65th anniversary of Paderewski’s death havingoccurred on June 29, 2006, the U.S. Senate acknowledgedPaderewski’s role in forging close ties between Poland and theU.S. This resolution also calls Poland an ally and a strongpartner in the war against global terrorism.

- This article appears courtesy of Polish Museum of America.

We Gratefully Acknowledge those who offered MajorDonations to support the Museum Exhibit Hall

During its 2006 Exhibit Hall Sponsors Campaign

Individual Sponsors

Krystyna BlanarowyczMichael Blichasz & FamilyMarion & Donna BlichaszChester T. Cyzio, Esq.Mrs. Meyer EglinRev. Msgr. Francis FeretRev. Francis GwiazdaKirk T. Karaszkiewicz, Esq.Hedwig V. KierbiedzRichard & Dorothy KlimekMr. & Mrs. Alexander R. KoproskiRev. Leonard LewandowskiLeon A. Mankowski, Esq.Mr. & Mrs. Thaddeus Miksinski, Sr.Captain Ronald J. Pytel USPHSTheresa B. RomanowskiIrene T. StankiewiczGeorge R. Szymanski, Jr., Esq.Helen WaskiewiczRev. Krzysztof WieliczkoMark A. Wisniewski, EsqMr. & Mrs. Raymond WyszynskiRev. Joseph Zingaro

Business Sponsors

Able Public AdjustersRay Wyszynski, Jr.

Exit Realty of Cherry HillYelena Kaganovskiy

Father And Son RemodelingGreg Matyjaszek

F. Emmett Fitzpatrick Law OfficesGiorgio ProductsKrystyna’s Polish Bakery

Wilmington, DEMerrill Lynch Consumer Markets

Joseph S. Bodalski,Financial Consultant

Polish American JournalPost EagleTheresa Korneluk Reilly, M.D.

Eye Physician & SurgeonSchneider Funeral Home,

Hatboro, PAJoseph T. Sekula Funeral Home, Inc.The Selzer Company

Jerry GregorowiczSights & Soul Travels

Yolanta BarnesSlabinski Funeral Home, Inc.Syrena Auto Body Shop, Inc.

Chester ChrzanowskiSzypula Polish BakeryTantala Associates Consulting

EngineersJohn S. Taras, M.D., Hand SurgeryEdward C. Tomaszewski

Funeral Home, Inc.Union RoofingWeichert Realtors

Marion BlichaszRobert Zogorski Real Estate

Real Estate Auctions

Foundations

Meyer & Stephanie EglinFoundation

Richard L.Krzyzanowski, Esq.Krzyzanowski Foundation

Financial Institution Sponsors

Polonia BankAnthony J. Szuszczewicz, President

Third Federal BankKent Lufkin, President & CEO

Washington Savings AssociationJoseph Bednarek, President

Parish Sponsors

National Shrine of Our Lady ofCzestochowa, Doylestown, PA

St. Adalbert Parish, Phila., PASt. John Cantius Parish,

Phila,, PASt. Josaphat Parish, Phila., PASt. Laurentius Parish, Phila., PASt. Stanislaus Church, Phila., PA

Organizational Sponsors

AmpolCopernicus Society of AmericaCouncil of United Polish Societies

Chester, PAPennsylvania Historical and

Museum CommissionPolish American Congress

Eastern Pennsylvania DistrictPolish American Heritage Assoc.

St. Hedwig Society, Chester, PAPolish Beneficial AssociationPolish Falcons of AmericaPolish National Alliance of

Brooklyn, U.S.A.Polish National Alliance of the

U.S. of N.A.Polish National Alliance,

Lodge # 650Polish Police Association of Phila.Polish Roman Catholic Union

of AmericaPolish Women’s Alliance of AmericaPolish Women’s Alliance Gr. #417St. Adalbert Polish Language

SchoolThe Society of Our Mother of

Consolation, Wilmerding, PA

In Memoriam

Helen & Alexander Bagdzinskioffered by Irene Stankiewicz

Hilary Ann Andrzejczyk Cosgroveoffered by the Cosgrove Family

Laura Danielczykoffered by Blichasz, Danielczyk& Evangelist Families

Walter DerbyDorothy A. Dudek

offered by Kwiatkowski, Kirby,Howitt, Michael Dudek, TedDudek, Ersing, & SosnowskiFamilies

John & Jessie Glinskioffered by daughterMrs. Jadwiga Wojcik

Rev. Joseph JaroszPeter Kierbiedz

offered by his sisterHedwig Kierbiedz

John Cardinal KrolTerri Miksinski Miller

offered by parentsMr. & Mrs. ThaddeusMiksinski, Sr.

Edward J. PiszekIrene Schmidt

offered by her husband FrankTheodore & Sophia Sosnowski

offered by Kasia Fogarasi, KrysiaMcCurdy, Paul T. Sosnowski,Esq. & Henry D. Sosnowski

Helen M. Stanowski

You are Invited to Become a Polish American CulturalCenter Museum Exhibit Hall Sponsor

Call Theresa Romanowski, Monday through Friday, 9 A.M.to 5 P.M. (215) 922-1700. All donations are tax-deductible.

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Rev. Msgr. Joseph A.Marjanczyk

Born in Elizabeth, NJ, onApril 17, 1921, Rev. Msgr.Joseph A. Marjanczyk grew upin St. Adalbert’s Polish Parish,attended Jefferson High School,then graduated from Seton HallUniversity (B.A.) in 1941. Helater attended ImmaculateConception Seminary (M.Div.),Darlington, NJ, and wasordained a priest by ArchbishopThomas J. Walsh on May 5,1945.

“Father Joe” spent his first 27years as a priest as Parochial Vicar and also as Administrator atSt. Valentine Church, where he directed building projects,established the Altar Rosary Society, Boy Scout and Girl Scouttroops, and a Parish Advisory Council, and served as PolishChaplain and Bloomfield Knights of Columbus Chaplain. Duringthis time he was also Adjunct Professor of Polish in the MasterSchool of Foreign Languages at Seton Hall University for 12years. In 1972 Fr. Marjanczyk became Pastor of his home parishof St. Adalbert’s.

Always very supportive of Polish causes, Fr. Marjanczyk wasinvolved in numerous organizations, including the Polish CulturalFoundation of NJ (Board of Trustees), NJ Chapter of the PopeJohn Paul II Foundation (Founding President), the Polish ArmyVeterans (National Chaplain), and the Polish AmericanImmigration and Relief Committee of Greater New York(President).

On the national level, Msgr. Marjanczyk chaired the 25th

anniversary celebrations and remodeling of the Polish Chapel inthe National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington,DC, in 1986. Since 1989 he has served in the US Conference ofCatholic Bishops Office of Pastoral Care of Migrants andRefugees. He also advises the Polish Heritage Room Committee ofthe Pope John Paul II Cultural Center in Washington, DC.

Msgr. Marjanczyk’s decades of commitment to Church andcommunity have been recognized by numerous prestigious awardsincluding the Officer ’s Cross of Polonia Restituta by the PolishGovernment in Exile in London (1988), the Officers’ Gold Cross,Republic of Poland, Order of Merit by President Lech Walesa(1991), Grand Marshal of the General Pulaski Memorial Paradein New York City (1993), and the “Pride of Polonia” Award at theannual National Polish Apostolate Day held at the Shrine of OurLady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, PA (1997).

CongratulationsFr. Carl A. Urban

Congratulations areextended to Fr. Carl Urban onhis 40th Anniversary in thePriesthood. Fr. Urbancelebrated his 40thAnniversary with a Mass ofThanksgiving in the Church ofSt. Adalbert, Schenectady, NY,followed by a luncheon in theParish Center on Sunday, June11, 2006.

Fr. Urban, a native ofSchenectady, has ministeredas an assistant atResurrection Church,Germantown, NY, St.Casimir’s Church, Albany, NY,St. Patrick’s Church, Ravena,NY, and Blessed SacramentChurch, Albany, NY. Hetaught at Vincentian Instituteand at Cardinal McCloskeyHigh School, both in Albany,NY. Fr. Urban also served aschaplain at St. JosephProvincialate, Castleton, NY.In 1974, Fr. Urban wasappointed pastor of theChurch of St. Adalbert inSchenectady, where he stillserves.

Fr. Urban has served onmany committees and is amember of manyorganizations. He has a greatlove and affection for hisPolish culture and heritage,and is supportive of all Polishorganizations and events.

The Polish AmericanCongress, Eastern PA District,and Polonia extendcongratulations and bestwishes to Fr. Carl Urban onthe occasion of his 40thAnniversary in the Priesthood.Sto Lat!

Congratulations to Fr. Lucius Tyrasinskion 50 Years in the Priesthood

The Polish American Congress,Eastern PA District, and the NewYork State Divisions join withPolonia to wish Reverend LuciusTyrasinski all the best and thankhim for his 50 years of service tothe church, the Pauline Fathers,and Polonia.

Fr. Lucius Tyrasinski markedhis 50th Anniversary in thepriesthood with a Mass onSunday, June 11, 2006, at 12noon, held at St. StanislausChurch in New York City.

On Sunday, August 6, 2006,Polonia gathered along with the

Pauline Fathers and Brothers at the National Shrine of Our Ladyof Czestoshowa in Doylestown, PA, to celebrate Fr. Tyrasinski’s50th Anniversary with a MASS of Thanksgiving at 12:30 P.M.followed by a luncheon reception.

Fr. Tyrasinski is presently the Pastor of St. Stanislaus Churchin Manhattan. Many will remember Fr. Tyrasinski for hisextensive work at the National Shrine of Our Lady ofCzestochowa in Doylestown, PA, where he served in severaldifferent positions over a 40 year period.

The entire Polonia wishes Fr. Tyrasinski Sto Lat!

Polish Museum of America Art ContestThe Polish Museum of America in Chicago is sponsoring its 8th

Annual Polish American Heritage Month Art Contest. This year ’stheme is “Polish Folk Art in the form of woodcrafts, papercuttings, beading and embroidery.” For more information, call773-384-3352, or visit www.prcua.org - click on News and Events- First Lady’s Page for an entry form.

Thank YouRev. Louis S. Garbacik

On Sunday, June 25, 2006,at 12 noon in St. StanislausChurch in Hazleton, PA, afarewell Mass of Thanksgivingwas celebrated by Rev. LouisS. Garbacik, on his retirementas pastor. Concelebrants wereReverends Charles andStephen Krawontka. Fr.Garbacik has served St.Stanislaus Parish as pastorsince October 25, 1986.

Following the Mass, afarewell dinner was held atGenetti Best Western Lodgein Hazleton.

Fr. Garbacik is known as anindividual who has lived outhis calling from God withhumility, sincerity and deepdevotion. He has a greataffection and love for hisPolish culture and heritageand was always supportiveand available to the PolishAmerican Congress (PAC)Eastern PA District, PAC ofN.E. PA, Polish AmericanCultural Center & Museum,Greater Hazleton AreaPolonaise Society and manyothers.He will remainas a resident at St. StanislausChurch.

Polish American Congress,Eastern PA District, alongwith the parishioners of St.Stanislaus Parish, membersof various organizations andthe entire Polonia thank Fr.Garbacik for all his tirelesswork and service to the churchand Polonia - wishing himmuch health, happiness andSto Lat!

P.A.P.A. Convention Held in Newark, NJThe National Polish American Priests Association (P.A.P.A.)

convention was held from April 24-28 in Newark, NJ. More than100 delegates, including guests from Rome, Italy, and Lublin,Poland, attended the convention.

Various reports were given and speakers from America andEurope noted the contributions of Pope John Paul II.

On Thursday, April 27, a Mass for the beatification of PopeJohn Paul II was celebrated at Sacred Heart of Jesus CathedralBasilica, Newark. Archbishop Szczepan Wesoly, President of thePope John Paul II Foundation in Rome, was the main celebrantand homilist in Polish. Bishop Thomas Paprocki from Chicagodelivered a homily in English.

In the evening, the convention banquet was held at theCracovia Banquet Hall, Wallington, NJ. During the programthe National Father Leopold Moczygemba Award, which is givento an individual or institution that continues in the Spiritof evangelization of a great priest, was presented by P.A.P.A.founder, Bishop John Yanta of Texas, to Rev. Msgr. JosephA. Marjanczyk, M.Div., P.A.

The following day, April 28th, the annual convention wasconcluded with a Mass. Compliments to Fr. Miroslaw Krol,convention chairman, for organizing an excellent convention.The 2007 convention is planned for Cleveland, OH.

Visit us on the Internet at:

PolishAmericanCenter.org


Thank You From Polish Children’s HeartlineThis year over $230,000 worth of medical/surgical equipment

for children has been sent to Poland, including cardiac monitors,neo-natal incubators, anesthesia equipment and burn graftinginstruments. Each year over 3000 children with congenital heartproblems receive medical or surgical treatment in hospitals, inZabrze, Katowice and Mother’s Hospital in Lodz. Additionally,hundreds of children receivemedical and surgical care atthe pediatric units inBialystok, Grajewo, Suwalkiand Legnice. Ronald Syslo,President, and AlexandriaPatras, CEO, of PolishChildren’s Heartline thankeveryone for all their pastsupport and ask for continued support since much is still needed.Contributions may be made in memory of someone. Eachdonation is tax exempt and acknowledged. For informationcall 732-680-0680 or 732-341-5044.

POLISH CHILDREN’SHEARTLINE, INC

A Non-Profit Corporation - State of NJ

P.O. Box 612Brick, NJ 08723

Polish Gift of Life Thanks Its SupportersThe Polish Gift of Life, Inc.

would like to thank all of itsgenerous supporters, who, for over25 years, have made it possible tohelp sick Polish children. Over 250children have been brought to theUnited States for live-saving heartsurgery, which was not available tothem in their own country. Thisyear therapy equipment and medicalsupplies were sent to an orphanage;also an EKG machine was sent to arehabilitation center. Much-neededmedical equipment and supplies

were provided to several hospitals in Poland. A 24-hourambulatory blood pressure monitor with softwear, cuffs, batterycharger and batteries, an ambulatory Doppler machine, and apulsometer were sent so that more children can be helped. Yourfinancial support will allow the Polish Gift of Life, Inc. tocontinue to give Polish children the precious “gift of life!”

Save The Date to see the PhiladelphiaPremiere of Deco Diva

By Kara Wilson - Starring Rene GoodwinShubin Theater, 407 Bainbridge Street

(1 block South of South Street)

August 10 through August 26, 2006The play, Deco Diva, is about the artist, Tamara de Lempicka,

the daughter of a Russian Jewish father and a Polish mother.Accustomed at an early age to a life of wealth, the adjustment to alife of struggle after the Russian revolution was a difficult one forTamara, her husband Tadeusz Lempicki, an attorney, and theirdaughter, Kizette. Settling in Paris, she began studying painting.Her determination and extraordinary talent emerged to make herone of the foremost portraitists of the Art Deco era. Galleriesaround the world exhibit her work, including the currentexhibition in Boulogne, France. The beauty and passion of herwork and life, which were intertwined, have earned her the title“Deco Diva”.

This one woman, one act play, is performed by Philadelphia bornactress, Rene Goodwin, who is of Polish descent (her mother’smaiden name was Olszewski). Ms. Goodwin, a trained actress,singer/songwriter, and voice teacher, sings in Polish, Russian andFrench in the play.

Rene has two CD’s available with seven original songs includedin the mix. She has choreographed for stage shows and for theMummers Parade. She studied Shakespearean theatre at theLondon Academy of Music & Dramatic Arts and performed as afeatured act in Japan. Ms. Goodwin teaches voice at her studio.She will be appearing in a production of “Imaginary Friends” nextwinter at the Walnut Street Theatre’s Studio Five.

For information/tickets call 215-271-5872 or e-mail:[email protected].

Look for Giorgio products at the place where you shop.

Giorgio Foods is America's largest processor of mushroom products and a leading producer of frozen food items.

a Symbol of Quality Since 1928

The Polish National Youth Baseball Foundation is an Americanbased non-profit organization that has been working for overeighteen years to establish and support Little League baseballand softball programs in Poland. The organization collects goodused baseball equipment and uniforms and sends them to Poland.They also assist with coaching, direction and field construction.Currently they are working to raise funds necessary for baseballfield construction projects being planned in several cities.Donations are appreciated. Call for more information at716-941-6504 or visit the website www.PNYBF.com.

Polish National Youth Baseball Foundation

Tom Krajewski

National Director, Great Lakes Region

6552 Colonial DriveBoston, New York 14025

Phone: 716-941-6504Email: [email protected]: www.PNYBF.com

PASS Welcomes Donor Choice,Corporate Matching Gifts

Polish American Social Services(PASS) is a leading source ofinformation, referral and directsocial services to low-incomeclients in the Philadelphia area.Thousands of clients, especiallythe Polish-speaking elderly, havebenefited from our efficientand effective services. To continueits work, PASS relies ongovernment, foundation, andcorporate support, as well as giftsfrom individuals, especiallythrough the United Way Donorprogram.

As soon as your workplace campaign begins, ask for a DonorChoice form and designate all or a portion of your contributionto Polish American Social Services. Also encourage co-workersto consider a gift to PASS.

If you work for a company that matches employee gifts, doubleyour gift by filling out the appropriate form. Many companieswho would otherwise not support agencies like PASS, do providesupport through this program.

Important information you’ll need in order to fill outyour form:

Polish American Social Services(sometimes listed as “United Polish American Social Services”)308 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Code numbers for the Philadelphia and Pennsylvaniaareas:

(Numbers are subject to change. Check your campaign booklet.)

United Way of SE Pennsylvania - 1869Combined City Campaign - 11-01869Combined Federal Campaign- 9327

Donor Choice contributions to PASS are honored in manystates along the East Coast. It is important to ask yourcampaign management about this option no matter whereyou live.

For more information, call PASS at 215-923-1900. Ask for JohnGroch. Also visit our web site atwww.PolishAmericanSocialServices.org.

Thanks for your support!

A Message from John GrochDirector of Development

The Jagiellonian Law Society is pleased toannouce the election of the following members

among this year’s Pennsylvania Super Lawyers:

Richard J. Heleniak, Personal Injury Plaintiff: Medical MalpracticeStanley P. Jaskiewicz, Business / CorporateRichard M. Jurewicz, Personal Injury Plaintiff: ProductsMarian A. Kornilowicz, Business / CorporateRobert Szwajkos, Bankruptcy & Creditor / Debtor RightsEric G. Zajac, Personal Injury Plaintiff: Products

Congratulations!

Becoming a 2006 Pennsylvania Super Lawyer is a tremendoushonor. The selection is extensive and each Pennsylvania SuperLawyer has been judged and chosen by his or her peers as beingamong the best in the profession.

Congratulations!Pennsylvania Super Lawyers

P.O. BOX 273Albertson, NY 11507


Visit the Polish American Cultural Center on the Internet at: PolishAmericanCenter.org

You are invited to attend thePolish American Heritage Month Celebration

Polish Harvest Festival "Dozynki"Sponsored by the


and thePolish American Cultural Center Museum

Sunday, October 22, 2006"Dozynki" Harvest Mass - 10:30 A.M.

St. Adalbert ChurchThompson Street & Allegheny Avenuein Philadelphia's Port Richmond section

"Dozynki" Harvest Festival12 Noon to 4 P.M.

St. Adalbert's AuditoriumThompson Street & Allegheny Avenue

The Dozynki Festival will feature:Food & Refreshments - Live Music & Dancing - Polish Folk

Dancers - arts, crafts and displays, and other entertainment.

This is a community-wide celebration of Polish Heritagefor people of all ages and a time to enjoy yourself.

Bring your family and friends • Admission is Free

For additional information call the Polish American Cultural Center Museum,308 Walnut Street in historic Philadelphia,

Monday through Friday between 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. (215) 922-1700Internet: PolishAmericanCenter.org

Serving Philadelphia and surrounding areas!

Buying or Selling a Home?Call Marion D. Blichasz

Weichert RealtorsOffice: (215) 885-8100

Direct: (215) [email protected]

As a Weichert Neighborhood Specialist, I have all the marketingresources and one-stop shopping services of Weichert Realtorsavailable to help your real estate experience go smoothly fromhome buying and selling, financing, insurance, title, homeconnections and more.

Call me whenever you have a real estate need....or just a questionabout the market. I’m here to assist you!

Marion

93 Old York Road • Jenkintown, PA 19046

You’re Invited To AttendBig Joe’s TV Polkafest

“Happy Music for Happy People”Labor Day Weekend

September 2,3,4, 2006Ki Convention Center Complex & The Regency Suites

Downtown Green Bay, Wisconsin

3 Days - 10 Bands Each Day • Beginning at 12 Noon each day

See listings of bands on website www.bigjoepolka.com

Order Tickets by phoneToll Free 1-800-25POLKA or 1-800-257-6552

Internet”www.polkacatalog.com

Place your business ad in the next edition of thePolish American News. For more information, call215-922-1700, Monday through Friday, 9 A.M. to 5 P.M.

Some of the reasons why Polish Americansare outstanding citizens of Pennsylvania and the

United States of America

1. Polish Americans are a major asset to the State ofPennsylvania and every state where they live. Theyconsistently pay their fair share of taxes including income,wage, business, sales, and real estate taxes. These taxesmake up a sizable portion of the revenue generated formunicipal, state and federal government services.

2. They remain outstanding property owners who pride themselveswith ongoing building maintenance, which in turn promotes realestate values and reduces crime.

3. They strive to maintain the communities where they live asclean, safe places, which in turn reduces law enforcement costsand adds to the quality of local communities.

4. They support educational alternatives for their children and theright of families to choose public, private or parochial schools.Very often, while increasing their own financial burdens, theyselect private and parochial schools, providing yet another taxreduction for taxpayers.

5. They support the mission of organizations like Polish AmericanSocial Services and others that assists individuals of all ageswithin their own communities. This saves considerableexpense in the delivery of social services, especially whenassisting individuals with language barriers to self-sufficiency.Polish Americans represent a major portion of the tax base formunicipal, state and federal governments and makeconsiderable contributions to social, cultural and educationalprograms, which benefit the general population.

6. Polish Americans sponsor public events to promote positivepublicity and goodwill for the communities where they live.

These are a few examples why Polish Americans are animportant part of America and its tax base. When PolishAmericans ask for something, the request should be a toppriority to local and national elected officials. In reality,it is a portion of Polish American tax dollars that makestate-wide services, national services and internationalgrants possible in the first place.

An Update FromPennsylvania State Senator Michael StackFighting to Keep our Neighborhoods SafeStanding Up Against PGW's Plan to Transport

Liquified Natural Gas Tankers Up the Delaware River In 2005, PGW announced a planto receive LNG from tankers sailingup the Delaware River. PGW claimedthat the purpose of the project was toprovide affordable natural gas. At firstglance PGW's plan sounded good, butthe facts showed that the proposalcreated significant safety and quality oflife risks. The Department of HomelandSecurity declared LNG Tankers could bean attractive target for terrorists.A government report said an attackon a tanker could "set off a fire so hot itwould burn skin and damage buildingsnearly a mile away."

The location of PGW's proposed LNG facility in Port Richmondis within a mile of residential neighborhoods, schools, recreationand daycare centers. Anyone near the Delaware River might bein jeopardy.

During a town meeting I hosted with Rep. McGeehan, aPhiladelphia Police Inspector said that I-95 would have to beclosed during LNG deliveries, creating gridlock.

During LNG deliveries in Boston Harbor, bridges and highwaysare closed and planes are redirected. Rep. McGeehan and I visitedBoston Harbor to witness an LNG delivery. Although, we wereimpressed with the Coast Guard's operation, the trip reinforcedour belief that an LNG import facility is not the right fit forNortheast Philadelphia.

I emphasized how it was important for PGW and their partner,Hess LNG, to provide us with answers about the safety concernsof neighbors. Finally, Hess decided to pull out of the project.

We have won round one. You can count on me to stand up againstPGW in the future whenever the quality of life or safety of ourneighborhoods is threatened.I WANT TO THANK ALL OUR NEIGHBORS WHO CAME TOTHE TOWN MEETING AND LET THEIR VOICE BE HEARD.

WHEN WE WORK TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY,WE CANNOT BE IGNORED.

Senator Michael Stack

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Syrena Auto Body Shop6201 Oxford Avenue • Philadelphia, PA

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Szypula Polish Bakery3050 Richmond Street

Philadelphia, PA 19134215-634-5756

Hours: Friday 6 A.M. - 5 P.M.Saturdays 6 A.M. - 3 P.M.

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32 Carpenter PlazaWilmington, DE 19810 • 302-475-1157

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215-427-33332133 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia

215-665-93638000 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia

215-338-77772628 Orthodox Street, Philadelphia

215-535-84503993 Huntingdon Pike,Huntingdon Valley, PA

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Third Federal BankBridesburg:

Orthodox & Almond Sts. 215-743-6673

Frankford:4625 Frankford Ave. 215-289-1400

Mayfair:Roosevelt Blvd. at Unruh 215-332-7650

Fishtown:York & Memphis Sts. 215-423-2314

Woodhaven:Knights & Woodhaven Rds. 215-824-0151

For locations in Bucks & Mercer Counties,please call 215-579-4000.

Auto Body Shop

Auction Services

Bakeries

Washington Savings Association

2701 E. Allegheny Avenue215-427-3500

2548 E. Lehigh Avenue215-739-7219

10663 Bustleton Avenue215-673-3500

8729 Frankford Avenue215-624-8400

2900 Comly Road215-698-9400

Jerry GregorowiczThe Selzer Company

Insurance - Business & Personal975 Easton Road, Suite 100

Warrington, PA 18976215-491-1660 Ext. 107

Insurance

Joseph S. BodalskiMerrill Lynch, 300 West State St., 2nd Floor,

Media, PA 19063Stocks/Bonds Retirement Planning

Mutual Funds Portfolio ManagementCDs/Money Markets/Alternatives

Business & Individual • 610-565-9833

Investments

Joseph T. Sekula Funeral Home, Inc.Florence B. Sekula, Supervisor

2634 E. Allegheny AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19134

215-739-7900

Slabinski Funeral Home, Inc.2614 Orthodox Street


Edward C. TomaszewskiFuneral Home, Inc.

Two of Port Richmond’s Most Modern andSpacious Chapels at One Location

2728-30 E. Allegheny AvenuePhiladelphia, PA 19134

215-739-6624

Contractors

Financial Institutions

Copernicus Society of AmericaP.O. Box 305

Fort Washington, PA 19034 • 215-646-2470

Council of United Polish SocietiesChester, PA

113 Prospect DriveWilmington, DE 19803 • 302-479-0070


308 Walnut StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19106 • 215-739-3408

Polish American Heritage Associationof Delaware County

St. Hedwig’s Society, Chester, PAP.O. Box 1164 - Brookhaven, PA 19015

302-798-2842

Polish National Alliance, Lodge #6502201 N. Bent Lane

Aston, PA 19014 • 610-876-4565

Polish Police Association of PhiladelphiaP.O. Box 16381

Philadelphia, PA 19114 • 215-677-1774

St. Adalbert Polish Language School2645 E. Allegheny Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19134 • 215-739-3500Classes Are Held On Saturday Mornings

Theresa Korneluk Reilly, M.D.Eye Physician & Surgeon2418 E. Allegheny Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19134 • 215-634-6660Office Hours by Appointment

Funeral Directors

Polish National AllianceAmerica’s Largest

National Fraternal OrganizationNational Office: 6100 N. Cicero Avenue

Chicago, IL 60646 • 1-800-621-3723

Polish National Allianceof Brooklyn, U.S.A.A Fraternal Life Insurance

Main Office: 155 Noble StreetP.O. Box 22-9006

Brooklyn, NY 11222 • 1-718-389-4704

Polish Roman Catholic Union of AmericaNational Fraternal Benefit Society

Main Office: 984 N. Milwaukee AvenueChicago, IL 60622 • 1-800-772-8632

Satellite Offices:2636-38 E. Allegheny Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19134

1-800-558-8792 or 215-425-38076966 Broadway, Cleveland, OH 44105

1-800-318-82346011 South 27th St., Greenfield, WI 53321

414-281-6281 • www.prcua.org

Polish Women’s Alliance of AmericaNational Fraternal Benefit Insurance Organization

Branches in States Across AmericaMain Office: 6643 N. Northwest Highway

Chicago, IL 60631 • 847-384-1200

Chester T. Cyzio, Esq.1429 Walnut Street, 8th Floor

Philadelphia, PA 19102Telephone: 215-568-6220

Fax: 215-564-2859

Dorian, Goldstein, Rochestie,Wisniewski, Orchinik & Parlow, P.C.

Call Mark A. Wisniewski, Esq.Philadelphia 215-299-9900

Bucks County 215-750-7200Port Richmond 215-425-5555

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Organizations

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For Polish American Social Services Programs

PACE and PACENET

Polish American Social Services or PASSwould like to remind senior citizens that thePACE and PACENET Program, a prescriptiondrug program for Pennsylvania seniorcitizens is still available. To get anapplication or discuss eligibilityrequirements call PASS at 215 923-1900.

PACE UPDATE!For those seniors already on PACE and

PACENET, they can expect a letter soon (ifthey already did not get one) asking thesenior to enroll in one of seven Medicare Part D Plans. This moveis not hurting the senior citizen in any way and not taking awayany benefits the senior enjoys under the program. That meansthe co pay will never be more than what the senior paid for onPACE/NET, they will still have access to all the medications theyused before and still be able to use their existing pharmacy. Thisis a cost saving measure for the PACE program and seniors arebeing encouraged to participate. It means that the senior willhave two plans, a Medicare Part D plan and PACE/NET together.The pharmacist’s computer will keep track of all the paperwork.The only thing the senior will have to do when buying medicationis present both cards to the pharmacists. The senior has ten daysto respond to the letter, especially if the senior would like toknow if one of the six other plans would be better. No late penaltyis attached to this move because the seniors were enrolled inPACE/NET at the time of the May 15th deadline.

For more information on this change to the PACE program,please feel free to call PASS at (215) 923-1900.

Available from the Internet site ofPolishAmericanSocialServices.com

PASS’s Employment Information

For those seeking employment information, Polish AmericanSocial Services, “PASS”, has an employment information link ontheir web site at:

www.PolishAmericanSocial Services.com

Job Seekers will find information and links about employmentopportunities, assistance in resume preparation, and even placesto post a resume.

Also, if your place of employment is about to or has posted a jobposition, call PASS so the agency can make the informationavailable to job seekers. Call PASS Monday through Fridaybetween 9A.M. and 4P.M. at (215) 923-1900 or please send the jobposting to:

mail@polishamericansocial services.com

Polish American Social Services308 Walnut StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19106

Best Wishes to Polonia

Beneficial Savings Bank

Losing Your Home?Emergency Relief Available through HEMAP

Life throws all kind of situations at us such as the loss of a joband with that comes the possibility of losing one’s home. Forhomeowners who have had circumstances beyond their controlcause them to fall behind on a mortgage, the State ofPennsylvania has a program called HEMAP which stands forHomeowners Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program.

For those that qualify for the program, the program can pay thebank or mortgage company the amount necessary to catch up onyour mortgage and then can pay mortgage payments for up to24 months.

This is NOT a grant. It is a loan which does have to be paidback when you sell your home or finish paying off your mortgage.But it is a way to save your home when you fall on hard times.

Housing counseling agencies throughout Philadelphia are ableto help you file a HEMAP application. For more information aboutHEMAP or to find a housing counseling agency near you, callPASS at (215) 923-1900.

Scams, Scams and more Scams!

It seems that every day another person has their identity stolenor they lost money due to some kind of scam. The main way thisstarts is from a phone call or an “official” piece of mail to thehouse.

Most scammers and identity thieves are very good at convincingyou that they need some of your personal information, like asocial security number, date of birth, or bank account number sothey can “help” you in some matter that is very important to you.

Many times they pose as representatives from your gas or electriccompany, life or car insurance company or bank. Sometimes theyeven pose as a medical provider, that is a doctor ’s office or avisiting nurse program. Many times they say they are calling justto update an account or to offer you another service that may beof a real benefit.

It is very scary to think how clever scam artist and identitythieves have become and how easily they can convince you towork along with them. So what are some things you can do toprevent being scammed or prevent your identity from beingstolen? Here’s a few pointers:

1) Never give out private or personal information over the phoneto someone who is calling you. There is no reason for anyone to becalling about your social security number or bank account numberor to verify any information. You do NOT have to answer anyquestions over the phone that you do not feel comfortable with.

2) Hang up the phone if you feel something is wrong. If you arefurther harassed or threatened, you can contact the phonecompany, police or district attorney’s office, or call a trustedfriend or family member for help.

3) Rely on trusted family members and friends to help you dealwith any matter,including phone calls and mail offers. Keep an“Emergency List” of trusted family and friends close to yourtelephone.

4) Always shred all important documents you are done with. Donot just throw them into the trash can or recycling bin. Shreddersare available at office supply stores like Staples or Office Max.Identity thieves will steal your trash to see if they can finddocuments you threw out with account numbers and otherimportant information.

5) There is a phone number you can call to stop unwanted salescalls. You must call for your home number as well as your cellphone number. The number is 1-888-382-1222. This does notmean that scam artists will stop calling you. This will cut downon the amount of sales calls you receive.

Polish American Social Services “PASS”PolishAmericanSocialServices.com

Polish American Social Services “PASS”United Social Services Outreach Program

Main Office:

308 Walnut Street • Philadelphia, PA 19106Open Monday to Friday • 9 A.M. to 4 P.M.

Telephone: (215) 923-1900Outreach Services in and around the Philadelphia area

If you, a family member, or friend have a questionconcerning social services, call PASS and discuss your needswith a representative. All calls are CONFIDENTIAL, and PASSwill either give you the information you need, handle your servicedirectly, or refer you to the proper agency that can assist you.

Clients wishing to visit the main office at 308 Walnut Street, orone of the outreach sites, are asked to call in advance so that aSocial Service Representative can tell you what documentationyou will need to bring with you to process your request.

You can view an outline of several programs on the PASS Internetsite, which are available to senior citizens and individuals of allages. PolishAmericanSocialServices.com.

For additional information, call PASS, Monday throughFriday, between 9 A.M. and 4 P.M. at (215) 923-1900.

Deadline Approaches for 2005Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

on June 30, 2006

Real Estate Taxes/Rent RebateProgram for year 2005 is now beingadministered. New applications areavailable. Get back as much as $500on last year’s real estate taxes or rentand put it towards this year’s taxesor rent. Income limit is $15,000annually to qualify. It is important toknow that only half of your SocialSecurity or SSI counts toward theincome guideline.

Four different age categories are eligible.

1) 65 years or older2) living with a spouse who is 65 years old or older3) a widow or widower between the ages of 50 to 644) 100% permanently disabled individual between the ages of

18 and 64

For more information contact:Polish American Social Services "PASS"

(215) 923-1900 • PolishAmericanSocialServices.com


Are you one of the 57,000 Philadelphiahomeowners eligible for the NEW 2006

Property Tax Rent Rebate Program?

In another article on this page, about the 2005 Property TaxRent Rebate Program, it states that the program has beenextended till December 31, 2006. That program is for the year2005 and for taxes or rent paid during 2005. If you read theprogram guidelines, and you feel that you may be eligible, why notfile an application for a rebate. There is NO LIEN placed on yourproperty and you do not have to pay back any money. The rebatedoes not count as income. For the 2005 Program, you could get upto a $500 rebate. The amount of the rebate is determined by theamount of income.

Next year, in 2007, when we look back at 2006 property tax orrent paid out , 57,000 more Philadelphia homeowners, andthousands of more homeowners across the State of Pennsylvania,will be eligible for the 2006 program. The reason so manyhouseholds will be eligible for a rebate, is because the incomeguidelines have changed.

Let’s take a look at the 2006 eligibility, income guidelines andrebate amounts:

Just like last year, you must meet one of the following agecriteria:

• you must be 65 years or older• your spouse is 65 years or older• you are a widow or widower, 50 to 64 years old• you are 18 years old and permanently disabled

If your income, and that of Your maximum rebatea spouse living with you is: amount is:

(homeowners) (renters)$8,000 or less $650 $650$8,001 - $15,000 $500 $500$15,001 - $18,000 $300 $--0--$18,001 - $35,000 $250 $--0--

Remember, only half of your Social Security, SSI or Tier 1Railroad Retirement benefits count towards your income. Thismeans that a person who gets $15,000 a year in Social Securitybenefits will only count $7,500 toward the program as income. Allother income such as salary, IRA payouts, dividends or interestearned is counted at 100%.

Renters income limit stays at $15,000 per year as for the 2005rebate program. The difference for renters for the 2006 program isthose with incomes of $8,000 or less can get up to a $650 rebate.

It is also interesting to note that senior citizen homeowners ofPhiladelphia, Pittsburgh and Scranton, with incomes under$30,000, will have enhanced rebates once gambling income startsto come in. The rebates will be approximately 50% greater for thisgroup of seniors.

To get on the mailing list for a 2006 application, call PASS at(215) 923-1900, Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM. SocialService representatives will be available to answer you questionsconcerning the change in this program.

From the Desk of Richard KlimekAs the Program Supervisor for Polish

American Social Services “PASS” and itsUnited Social Services Outreach Program,I have the opportunity to work with clientsof all ages. I work closely with our socialservice representatives who provide theinformation and services to clients, andcommunity representatives so that peopleare informed about what is available toassist clients at a time of need. Its inspiring to see how manyof our clients work so hard to maintain their self-sufficiency andfinancial stability. In today’s economy it is getting harder for aperson to maintain that independence, especially those living ona fixed income. As you review the articles in this newspaper,I ask you to spread the word to family and friends about theservices offered at PASS. They are free and confidential andavailable in the English and Polish language. If you or someoneyou know would like information, referral or would like to set-upan appointment to speak with one of our representatives, call themain office of PASS at (215) 923-1900. Additional information islisted below. I also ask that you let people know about PASS’sInternet site. Check it out at:PolishAmericanSocialServices.org.

The Battle of “Wills”?PASS would like to remind everyone to take the time this

summer to review their wills and if you do not have them in place,have forgotten where they are located, or have not reviewed andupdated them in awhile, NOW would be a good time to get thisdone before the hustle and bustle of fall and winter begins.

WillsWills are very important for your loved ones, much like life

insurance. They help to take care of matters once you havepassed. It is important to talk with a lawyer and tax advisorabout your Will and Estate and make sure that you structurethings the way you want to and that will be to the benefit of yourloved ones. Often people rush into these matters and just sign thehome over to the children. This is not effective Will and Estateplanning. Also some people did their wills long ago and cannotremember where they were placed. Take the time to find them andmake a note of where all of your vital documents are located. Also,maybe your family structure has changed. It would be a good ideato review your will and update it per your wishes.

Living WillsThis term confuses may people. A living will is nothing more

than a declaration of your wishes concerning your health care.It tells your doctor, hospital and family what your wishes areconcerning things like cardiac resuscitation, mechanicalrespiration (also known as a vent) and other forms of treatment.Another part of this will is to appoint a Health Care Power ofAttorney, that is somebody who will carry out your wishesconcerning your health care when you are no longer able to do so.

Wills and Living Wills are specific to the State where you live.It would be a good idea to contact your family attorney or doctor,social service agency or a trusted family member or friend andaddress these issues now, while you can do it in a relaxed manner.


Highlights From Last Year’s Polish FestivalPlan to Attend This Great Event This Year!

Children enjoy the sun and rides at the Polish American Festival inDoylestown, PA.

Children enjoy the free rides at the Polish American Festival

Polish soldier re-enactors parade the grounds at the annual PolishAmerican Festival.

A Winged Hussar dressed intraditonal Polish warrior armor,rides his horse around thegrounds at the annual PolishAmerican Festival.

The Polish American String Bandstrut the grounds and entertainthe crowds at the PolishAmerican Festival.

654 Ferry Road - Doylestown, PAwww.PolisShrine.com

Polish American Festival

The National Shrine ofOur Lady of Czestochowa

“41st Annual”

Festival Hours • 12 Noon to 8 P.M.

September 2,3,4 (Labor Day), 9,10, 2006

$7.00 Per PersonAdmissionIncludes:

Free ParkingMidway RidesStage Shows

Polish ArtExhibition

Special EventsFor info - call:215-345-0600

Sat. Sept. 2nd

Sun. Sept. 3rdPolish American

String Band

Wislanie 90

Dyna Brass

Sat. Sept. 9thJersey Polka Richie

Dennis Polisky& the Maestro’s Men

Sun. Sept 10thEddie Derwin &

the Polka Naturals

Ray Jay & Carousels

Mon. Sept. 4thLabor Day

Tommy Thomas & Trio

Wislanie 90

Lenny Gomulka &Chicago Push

Charm City Sound

Wislanie 90

Henry & the Versa J’s

The Polish White Eagle DanceEnsemble perform traditionalfolk dances at the PolishAmerican Festival.

You can see how kielbasa issmoked in a traditionalsmokehouse in the Polish Villageat the annual Polish AmericanFestival.

Lou Rakszawski, PAC District Vice President representing BucksCounty, leads the parade through the grounds at the annual PolishAmerican Festival.

The Highlanders (Gorale) Dance Group take time to pose for a photo atthe annual Polish American Festival.


Polish American FestivalNational Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Doylestown, PA

These Polish charmers from the Our Lady of Czestochowa PolishLanguage School will help you make Sand Art.

The Polish Scouts demonstratePolish dances and costumes atthe annual Shrine Festival.

A youngster proud of her Polishheritage poses for the crowd atthe Polish American Festival.

The Polish Village exhibit at the annual PolishAmerican Festival.

Youngsters watch how pisanki eggs are decorated at the annual PolishAmerican Festival.

Adam Styka Memorial Art ExhibitDuring the Polish American Festival at the National Shrine

of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, PA, visit the 33rdAnnual Adam Styka Memorial Art Exhibit, sponsored by thePolish Heritage Society of Philadelphia in cooperation with theAmerican Council of Polish Culture and the Pauline Fathers.

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The Polish American Cultural CenterWelcomes All Visitors

Polish American Cultural Center Museum Gift ShopOpen during regular Exhibit Hall Hours

If you’re not on the Internet, call the Gift Shop, Monday through Fridaybetween 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. and an order form will be mailed to you.

If you are on the Internet, there is an order form you can download.

Visit the Museum Gift Shop on the Internet at:PolishAmericanCenter.org

Items are shipped United Parcel Service or Priority Mail

For more information call (215) 922-1700.All Major Credit Cards are accepted at the Gift Shop whenconsidering that special gift for a family member or friend.

Polish Women’s Alliance of America Youth Group visits the PolishAmerican Cultural Center Museum on Thursday, July 13, 2006. Theyrepresent several states of the organization which is headquarted inChicago, Illinois.

Register to VoteOctober 10th is the last day for Pennsylvania voters to register

to vote for the General Election that will take place on Tuesday,November 7, 2006.

It is important for us to VOTE for the people that representthe City of Philadelphia, State of Pennsylvania and our nationalinterests in Washington, D.C. It is also important to be partof the process which began in 1776, and continues to keep ourcountry a sound democracy. Polish Americans are the 6th largestethnic group in the United States of America. More than 20million Americans share full or partial Polish heritage. We area major asset to the American economy, its tax base and itscultural well-being. It is important for Polonia in Americato partake in this privilege and responsibility.

IF YOU DON’T VOTE, YOU allow those who DO VOTEto have the full privilege of electing the people that representour individual needs as taxpayers at all levels of government.

If you need a mail-in Voter Registration Form applicationfor the State of Pennsylvania, call the Polish AmericanCongress office in Philadelphia, Monday through Friday between9 a.m. and 5 p.m. and a Voter Registration Form will be sent toyou. Call 215-739-3408.

Bulletin BoardThe Polish American Congress Encourages All to Support the Activities of Our Member Organizations!


Polish American Congress308 Walnut Street

Philadelphia, PA 19106

Polish American CongressDistrict Membership

(For New Members)

Name ________________________________________________

Address ______________________________________________

City _____________________ State _________ Zip _________

Please Check One:Individual Membership $25.00 ____ Family Membership $30.00 ____

I understand membership will include a one-year subscription to thePolish American News.

Please return the above form with your payment.A membership card will be sent to you promptly.

Make check payable and mail to:

For more information call the PAC at (215) 739-3408

The Board of the Polish American Congresswelcomes all proud Polish Americans to join the PAC

2007 2007

Thursday, August 3, Friday, August 4, Saturday, August 5 -Annual Festival, St. Adalbert Parish, Thompson Street &Allegheny Avenue, Port Richmond section, Philadelphia,6 to 10 p.m. Polish American String Band performing Thursday,August 3rd. Games of chance, refreshments & much more.Info call rectory 215-739-3500. Rain or Shine!

Sunday, August 6 - Polish Army Veterans Post #12, PolishSoldiers’ Day, Polish Veterans Park (Polanka’s), 3258 KnightsRoad, Bensalem, PA. Mass 1 p.m. followed by CommemorativeExercises. Info call Stanley Kreft, 215-698-2338.

Saturday, August 12 and Sunday, August 13 - WalkingPilgrimage - starting from St. Adalbert Church, Port Richmondsection, Philadelphia, to the Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa,Doylestown, PA. Info call Fr. Thaddeus Gorka 215-739-3500.

Saturday, August 19, Polish American String Band GolfClassic, Valley Brook Country Club, Blackwood, NJ, from1 to 9 p.m. Activities throughout the day. Info call StephenSzymanik 267-408-1644.

Saturday, August 19 - Polish American Citizens Club,Camden County 7th Annual Picnic, Soupy Island, Red BankAvenue & the River, National Park, NJ, 1 to 6 p.m. Music byThe Chuck Pendrak Band. Info call Joe Prorok 856-478-4615.

Sunday, August 20 - Polish Soldiers’ Day, National Shrine ofOur Lady of Czestochowa, Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA.Mass 12:30 p.m., activities throughout the day. All are welcome.Info call 215-345-0600.

Sunday, August 20 - St. Stanislaus Kostka Church,Minersville, PA Annual Polish Day Picnic, South Cass FireCompany Picnic Grounds, Primrose, PA, 12 noon to 10 p.m.Music by Joe Stanky & the Cadets Band, Gamut the Band andThe Golden Tones. Games of chance, Polish food, crafts andmuch more. Info call 570-544-2211.

Sunday, August 20 - The Philadelphia Chapter of theKosciuszko Foundation Second Annual Summer Concert& Reception, Ethical Society Building, 1906 South RittenhouseSquare, Philadelphia, PA. Featuring Claire Huangci, pianist.Ticket reservations call Teresa Wojcik 215-752-9270.

Saturday, August 26 and Sunday, August 27 - AnnualFestival, Our Mother of Sorrows/St. Augustine Parish, HurstStreet, Bridgeport, PA. Saturday from 3 to 10 p.m. and Sundayfrom 2 to 9 p.m. Music, food and fun for the entire family.Info call Connie Hunt 610-272-4088.

Sunday, August 27 - Polish Apostolate Day & PolishWomen’s Alliance of America Day, National Shrine of OurLady of Czestochowa, Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA. Mass12:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend. Info call 215-345-0600.

Sunday, August 27 - Polka Dance, Associated Polish HomeBallroom, 9150 Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia,2 to 6 p.m. Music by Tempos Band. Info call 215-624-9954.

Saturday, September 2, Sunday, September 3, Monday,September 4, and Saturday, September 9, and Sunday,September 10 - Annual Polish American Festival, NationalShrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Ferry Road, Doylestown,PA. 12 Noon to 8 p.m. Music, food and fun for the entirefamily! All are welcome. Info call 215-345-0600.

Monday, September 4 - Adam Mickiewicz Polish LanguageSchool Labor Day Picnic, Associated Polish Home, 9150Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia. 12 to 6 p.m., PolishKitchen. No B.Y.O.B. Music by Music Box Band. Info callIrene Ruczynska 215-639-5148. Rain or Shine!

Saturday, September 9 - St. Adalbert Polish LanguageSchool Registration and 1st Day of Class, St. AdalbertSchool Cafeteria (entrance on Thompson & Madison Streets),Port Richmond section of Philadelphia, 9 a.m. Info call MariaKoleda 610-449-3819.

Saturday, September 9 & Sunday, September 10 - PolishFalcons Pilgrimage Weekend, National Shrine of Our Ladyof Czestochowa, Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA. Activities includePolish American Festival on Saturday. Mass 12:30 p.m. onSunday followed by activities throughout the day. All arewelcome to attend. Info call Patricia Del Busse 1-800-535-2071.

Sunday, September 10 - 38th Annual Country Fair, LittleServant Sisters, 1000 Cropwell Road, Cherry Hill, NJ. 11 a.m.to 7 p.m. Entertainment by Chuck Pendrak & His Orchestra,Joseph Ambrozaitis and the Ambertones Band, PKM Dancers,Maki Children Dance Group, and Disc Jockey Andy Citkowicz.Polish food, games and fun for the entire family. Info call856-424-1962. All are welcome to attend! Rain or Shine!

Sunday, September 10 - Polka Dance, Thaddeus KosciuszkoClub (TK), East Hector and Apple Streets, Conshohocken, PA.Music by Polka Express Band, 3 to 7 p.m. Free parking.Info call 610-828-9352.

Saturday, September 16 - Adam Mickiewicz Polish LanguageSchool Registration, Associated Polish Home, 9150 AcademyRoad, Northeast Philadelphia. 10 a.m. to 12 Noon. Classes willresume Saturday, September 23rd. Info call Irene Ruczynska215-639-5148.

Saturday, September 16 - Marcella Kochanska-SembrichChorus #321 PSAA “Those Were The Days.” Cabaret/StageShow, with songs, skits, solos, duets, jokes, and humor.Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road, NortheastPhiladelphia. 7 to 11 p.m. Info call Dolores Czaplicka215-633-0560.

Sunday, September 17 - Our Lady of Czestochowa PolishLanguage School Registration, National Shrine of Our Ladyof Czestochowa, Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA, 11:30 p.m.Info call Jadwiga Kozdra 215-766-1696 or 215-429-6161.

Sunday, September 17- St. Valentine Parish Family Picnic,Pulaski Park, 875 Mill Road, Andalusia, PA., 1 to 6 p.m. Music.If inclement weather or for info call rectory 215-535-4978.Everyone is invited.

The Tradition Continues............The longest running ethnic festival in Schuylkill County

St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish in Minersville, PA, will conduct its81st Annual Polish Day Picnic on Sunday, August 20, 2006, atthe South Cass Fire Company Picnic Grounds, Primrose, PA,from Noon to 10:00 P.M.

Polish Day Entertainment will include:

12 Noon - 3:00 P.M. Joe Stanky & Cadets Band3:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. Gamut, the Band6:00 P.M. - 9.00 P.M. The Golden Tones Band

Additionally, there will be games, bingo, crafts, rummage sale,Polish Pot Luck, Polish food, baked goods and children’sactivities. Ample parking is available. For more informationcontact St. Stanislaus Kostka Rectory, 139 Spruce Street,Minersville, PA 17954, tel. 570-544-2211.

Sponsored by The Little Servant Sisters

Entertainment by:

Chuck Pendrak • The AmbertonesP.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers • Maki Children Dance Group

and Radio Personality Andy CitkowiczFor additional information call:

(856) 424-1962

Everyone is Invited to the38th Annual

Polish Festival & Country Fair

11:00 A.M. to 7 P.M.Sunday, September 10, 2006

1000 Cropwell Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

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