April / May 2009

Thaddeus Kosciuszko House Reopens

From the Desk of Michael Blichasz MichaelSupportsAmerica.com It will benefit ouy to read this article. Dear friends and supporters of American workers, I want to thank the people who have responded to my radio commentaries. It is good to see that more and more people are paying attention to what’s being made in America and what’s being imported. At this point we have to face the fact that the current employment crisis did not happen overnight nor did the exodus of manufacturing jobs that employed Americans for decades. The unfortunate part is that we are now paying the price for not reacting One of the dozen new exhibit panels about the life and legacy of Kosciuszko sooner and we see that we have to change our attitudes and buying at the Kosciuszko House, 3rd and Pine Streets in historic Philadelphia, PA. practices in order to insure success for American workers. The Thaddeus Kosciuszko House, located at 3rd and Pine Streets in I’m doing my best to encourage business owners, government historic Philadelphia, officially reopened to the public on Saturday, officials, and American workers to sit down at the table and March 21, 2009. Since closing in December, 2008, the Kosciuszko work together to reverse the current trend in the United States House has undergone substantial renovation and the installation employment market. But it’s up to you and me to create the of new exhibits and artifacts, which are on temporary loan from demand for more American-made products so we can fill empty the Kosciuszko Collection of the Historical Museum of the City of manufacturing facilities with employed people. Krakow in Poland. America still has many good jobs available, we simply need more The new exhibits interpret the compelling story of freedom fighter of them. If we keep moving forward together, we will help create more Thaddeus Kosciuszko, known as the “Hero of Two Continents”, his employment opportunities and put American manufacturing facilities important contributions to the American Revolution, his valiant back on the road to success. efforts to free Poland from Russian rule, and his wish to bequeath his estate to free and educate the slaves in America. Today, I also want to encourage you to network with family, friends and neighbors by letting them know what American-made products The Kosciuszko House is open Wednesday through Sunday from you purchased lately and the stores where you purchased them. The 12 P.M. to 4 P.M. and closed on Monday and Tuesday. For more American people have more power to bring about change than they information, call 215-597-7130. realize. Every time you spend your hard-earned money to purchase the products you use either daily or occasionally, consider how you When You're in Philadelphia's can support American workers and the businesses that employ them. Historic District Visit The This is a grass-roots campaign to get people to stop, look and Polish American Cultural Center choose products that will help keep American manufacturing Museum Exhibit Hall facilities open and American people employed. We simply can’t continue buying without seeking to help our fellow Americans keep 308 Walnut Street their jobs in an ever changing world economy where competition is Featuring Polish History and Culture the name of the game. Open 10 AM to 4 PM If you want to highlight the stores where you shop and the FREE ADMISSION American-made products they have to offer, email me that information so I can share it with others. You can email me from my January through April Internet site at: MichaelSupportsAmerica.com, where you can also Monday to Friday read past commentaries supporting American-made products and May through December American workers. Polish American Monday to Saturday P.S. As a Polish American, when I go shopping at Polish markets Cultural Center Gift Shop is Open During or other ethnic specialty stores, I’m expecting to see local ethnic 308 Walnut Street Regular Exhibit Hall Hours specialty products as well as imported items. When I go shopping at Philadelphia, PA 19106 a mall or local stores, I want to see at least 50% of the items in those (215) 922-1700 Closed on Holidays stores offering products made in America alongside products from around the world. Internet: PolishAmericanCenter.org Let Everyone Know Yo u're BE A Polish American Congress O ME T R Eastern Pennsylvania District D I U C O A Newsletter N R 308 Walnut Street P Philadelphia, PA 19106 P R H Telephone: (215) 739-3408 S O I PolishAmericanCongress.com U L D O TO B E P April / May 2009

Join the Read the Polish American News Online at: Polish American Congress Eastern Pennsylvania District PolishAmericanNews.com April / May, 2009, Polish American News - Page 2 From the Desk of Michael Blichasz, President Polish & Slavic Federal Credit Union Polish American Cultural Center Museum Trenton, New Jersey Branch Office 308 Walnut Street in Historic Philadelphia and Polish American Congress Eastern Pennsylvania District PolishAmericanCenter.com Dear Members, Friends, and Supporters, Spring is here and we will once again be out and about enjoying the weather and get-togethers with family members and friends. This year the economy is on everyone’s mind, but in the long run, the heart and soul of America and its people will unite us and move us forward in a positive way. In recent months my weekly radio commentaries have urged people to support American businesses and purchase American-made products. You can read all of my commentaries and hear rebroadcasts from my Internet site at: From the left: Barbara Milewski - branch manager, Marzena Wierzbowska - PSFCU Board of Directors, Manuel Segura - Trenton Council member, Elzbieta MichaelSupportsAmerica.com. There is also a brief article about Baumgartner - PSFCU Board of Directors, Bogdan Chmielewski - PSFCU’S CEO, supporting American-made products in this newspaper. Tomasz Bortnik - PSFCU Board of Directors, John Hendery-New Jersey Credit Ethnic Americans United Union League I had the pleasure of joining with fellow members of the Ethnic The Polish & Slavic Federal Credit Union opened a new branch Americans United Coalition at the St. Patrick’s Day Parade on office at 1110 North Olden Avenue in Trenton, NJ, on Saturday, Sunday, March 15th, where Irish heritage was highlighted and March 21, 2009. Hundreds attended the opening day event which at the Greek Independence Day Parade, on Sunday, March 29th, began with a blessing by Fr. Jacek Libinski, Pastor, St. Hedwig which highlighted Greek heritage. Both of these events occurred Parish, Trenton, NJ, located across the street from the new branch on Philadelphia’s Benjamin Franklin Parkway. I compliment each office. The ribbon cutting took place at 12 noon and was followed of these communities for working together to present outstanding by a Polish buffet presented by Catering Po Polsku. parades and thank them for their ongoing hospitality and friendship The Polish & Slavic Federal Credit Union Trenton Branch is with the Polish American community. open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from 12 noon to 7 P.M. Spring and Summer in Historic Philadelphia and on Saturday from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. The office is closed on Wednesday. For more information call: (609) 278-9580. The Polish American Cultural Center Museum volunteers invite You can see an outline of all banking services and a list of Polish you to enjoy the sights in America’s Most Historic Square Mile. While & Slavic Federal Credit Union offices on their internet site at: learning more about American history in Philadelphia’s historic www.psfcu.com district, visit the Polish American Cultural Center Museum at 308 Walnut Street and the Kosciuszko House at 3rd and Pine Streets with refurbished exhibits. A schedule for both of these sites is listed in Kosciuszko Foundation Ball this newspaper. To Honor Bogdan Chmielewski Reading the Polish American News online continues to be a Witold Sulimirski, Kosciuszko Foundation Chairman, announced popular and effective way to stay united with Polonia. Help us that the chair of this year’s ball at the Waldorf Astoria in New York spread the word by emailing a copy to family and friends from on April 25th will be Bogdan Chmielewski, Chief Executive Officer PolishAmericanNews.com. of the Polish and Slavic Federal Credit Union (PSFCU). Thanks for your continued support. As always, I encourage you The PSFCU is the largest ethnic credit union in the United to support the businesses, organizations, churches, and schools States. The PSFCU has helped tens of thousands of Polish that support and celebrate Polish history and culture. Together we immigrants to establish themselves and achieve financial success continue to make a difference! in America. It is also the most generous supporter of Polish charities in the United States. Except for the Kosciuszko Mima & Company Inc. Foundation, the PSFCU’s scholarship fund for Polish Americans is the largest in America. The Kosciuszko Foundation awards Your Polish Stoneware Supplier about $1million in scholarships annually, and the PSFCU awards Authentic Ceramika Artystyczna $300,000 to students each year. 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Delaware County, Pennsylvania From the Desk of David Chominski Vice President Polish American Congress Eastern Pennsylvania District Representing Delaware County The Council of United Polish Societies of Featuring performances by Chester, PA, invites everyone to attend the St. Adalbert Polish Language School, Adam Mickiewicz 218th Anniversary Observance of the Polish Constitution at the Polish Language School, Our Lady of Czestochowa Polish Historical 1724 Court House in Chester, on Monday, May 4, 2009, Language School, and the P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers. at 9:30 A.M. This event is held every year with members of the Polish Poland’s Constitution of 1791 Community of Delaware County along with political representatives Second Oldest Democratic Constitution in the World from the City of Chester and In the late 18th century liberal movements swept through Delaware County. America, England and France, permanently changing their Please come and feel the governments. This movement also had a profound effect in Poland in history of both the United 1791. On the third of May that year the Polish legislature adopted a States and Poland in the constitution very similar to the United States Constitution, making historical building, built in Poland the second country in the world to adopt such a document. 1724, and still being used This development disturbed the strong monarchies surrounding today. It is documented that Poland who were fearful that the liberal movement would also sweep “All the great lawyers and through their countries. They soon invaded and partitioned Poland, judges of Pennsylvania at Chester’s Historic 1724 Court House crushing the movement and dividing the country. some time gave services in the But the spirit of the Polish people could never be suppressed. Chester Court House. These included Andrew Hamilton, James For over 218 years, although faced with many trying events in Wilson, signer of the Declaration, Tench Francis and many more.” their nation’s history, Poles and people of Polish descent have Polonia of Delaware County welcomes Ed Turzanski, Senior Fellow commemorated the May 3, 1791 Polish Constitution Day as a day with the Center for Terrorism, Counter-Terrorism, and Homeland of unity, love of freedom and belief in democratic ideals. Throughout Security at the Foreign Policy Research Institute, as the guest the past 218 years, it was that endless Polish quest for freedom, speaker this year. peace and justice and the ideals of the May 3rd Constitution that For more information contact Judy Kuchinski at 610 494 5675. united the Polish nation and the world’s Polonia - a unity that still unites Polonia and the indomitable Polish spirit. Ed Turzanski, Guest Speaker For additional information visit the Museum’s Internet site at May 3, 1791 Commemoration Program PolishAmericanCenter.com. Chester, Pennsylvania Edward A. Turzanski is a Senior Fellow with the Center for Terrorism, Counter-Terrorism, and Homeland Security at the Foreign Policy Research Institute (Philadelphia, PA). He is also a member of the U.S. Attorney’s Anti-Terror Advisory Committee (ATAC) for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, and the U.S. Coast Guard/DHS Philadelphia Port Security Committee. During the Reagan Administration, Mr. Turzanski served with the U.S. Intelligence community throughout the Middle East, Central Asia, and Eastern Europe. A life-member of the Association of Former Intelligence Officers, Mr. Turzanski has served as an on-air contributor for Fox News Channel, BBC World Service, CNN Headline News, Canadian Broadcast Corporation Radio Division, and Comcast CN8. He regularly does on-air commentary and analysis concerning national security, intelligence and political matters on over four dozen national and regional radio and television outlets throughout the United States and Canada. Locally, Mr. Turzanski regularly appears as a panelist on ABC affiliate WPVI TV6’s “Inside Story.” Mr. Turzanski has taught philosophy and political science at La Salle and Villanova Universities for the past 23 years, and he lectures on intelligence-related topics for the American Institute for History Education. The Polish Police Association named Mr. The handwritten original of the Government’s Law names the Turzanski as its “Man of the Year” in 2004, and in September of Constitution of May Third of the Year 1791, stitched into the great 2008, he was named the representative of the Philadelphia Chamber book containing the records of the Four-Year Seym 1788-1792 kept of Commerce and the city’s business community to the “Mayor’s at the Main Archives of Ancient Records in Warsaw. Task Force on Ethics and Campaign Finance Reform.” Mr. Turzanski was instrumental in assisting Polish American Social Services and the Polish American Congress, Eastern Syrena Auto Body Shop Pennsylvania District, when martial law was imposed in Poland in 6201 Oxford Avenue • Philadelphia, PA • (215) 535-6606 1981. He remains a proud member of Polonia. He and his wife, 691 Bethlehem Pike • Montgomeryville, PA • (215) 361-1900 Stella, live in Northeast Philadelphia with their three children. April / May, 2009, Polish American News - Page 4 Polish Easter Traditions Continue to Unite Polish People All Over the World!

The Treasured Polish Custom of Swieconka The blessing of the Easter food, or the “Swieconka”, is a tradition dear to the heart of every Pole. Being deeply religious, he is grateful to God for all His gifts of both nature and grace, and, as a token of this gratitude, has the food of his table sanctified with the hope that spring, the season of the Resurrection, will also be blessed by God’s goodness and mercy. The usual fare on the Easter table includes ham and kielbasa, cakes of all kinds - particularly babka; Maslo (Butter) - This dairy product is often shaped into a lamb eggs - some shelled or some decorated. There is usually a Paschal (Baranek Wielkanocny) or a cross. This reminds us of the good will of Lamb or “Baranek” made of butter, some cheese, horseradish, salt, Christ that we should have towards all things. vinegar and oil. Babka (Easter Bread) - A round or long loaf topped with a cross or a The food is brought to the church and blessed by the parish priest fish, symbolic of Jesus, who is the Bread of Life. on Holy Saturday. The food can also be blessed in the home. After Chrzan (Horseradish) - Symbolic of the Passion of Christ still in our the blessing, the food is minds. usually set aside until Easter Jajka (Eggs) and Pisanki (decorated with symbols of Easter, of life, morning when the head of the of prosperity) - Indicates new life and Christ’s Resurrection from the house shares the blessed egg, tomb. symbol of life, with family and friends. Having exchanged Kielbasa (Sausage) - A sausage product, symbolic of God’s favor and wishes, all continue to enjoy a generosity. hearty meal. Szynka (Ham) - Symbolic of great joy and abundance. Some prefer This centuries-old custom lamb or veal. The lamb also reminds Christians that the Risen Christ is indeed richly symbolic is the “Lamb of God.” and beautiful. It is one in Slonina (Smoked Bacon) - A symbol of the overabundance of God’s which the whole family can mercy and generosity. participate and help prepare. Sol (Salt) - A necessary element in our physical life. Symbolic of May this tradition endure for prosperity and justice and to remind us that people are the flavor of many generations to come. the earth. All of you can enjoy this Ser (Cheese) - Symbolic of the moderation Christians should have at beautiful Polish custom all times. by participating at the blessing of the Easter food “Swieconka” at Candle - Represents Christ as the Light of the World. the Polish church nearest you. This is an excellent way to teach the younger members of your family about this treasured Polish Colorful Ribbons and Sprigs of Greenery - are attached to the basket tradition. as signs of joy and new life in the season of spring and in celebration of the Resurrection. Linen Cover - drawn over the top of the basket which is ready for the To All Members & Supporters priest’s visit to the home or the trip to church where it is joined with Happy Easter • Wesolego Alleluja the baskets of others to await the blessing. The food is then set aside and enjoyed on Easter Sunday.

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Dyngus Additional Polish Easter Hymns can be found at: The Easter season in Poland ends on Monday when the traditional “Dyngus-Smigus” custom is observed. It is a humorous Easter time PolishAmericanCenter.org/PolishEasterHymns custom. The young people break the solemnity of Easter by a burst of frivolity. They visit from house to house singing songs, playing Pisanki pranks and merrymaking. After getting the girls out of their houses, the boys dowse them with The pisanki derive from an ancient water. The girls reciprocate in kind. In cities this custom is practiced tradition when eggs, the symbol with more gentility, by using a sprinkle of water or fragrant cologne. of life, were endowed with magical The origin of this custom is unknown. Some say it is a pagan properties and were thought to tradition handed down from the earliest settlers in Poland. Others ensure both a plentiful harvest assert it is a reminder that the sinner has been washed clean in the and good health. This practice blood of Christ, newly risen from the dead. of coloring Easter eggs is very much alive in Poland today as well Visit the Polish American Cultural’s Center Internet as enjoyed by Polish people all over the world. There are several site at PolishAmericanCenter.com for more techniques for making pisanki, information about Polish Easter Customs including the use of wax flowing from a pipe or funnel, producing richly ornamented designs or the etching of designs onto a previously colored egg. The geometric and Krakus Meat Market floral patterns or the animal and human images produced reveal a high level of craftsmanship and artistry. A Complete Polish Super Market Home Made Kielbasa - Imported Items from Poland These eggs are exchanged among friends and relatives with good wishes. Many American Poles design eggs with the names of their 3150 Richmond Street, Philadelphia, PA friends written on them. They exchange these decorated eggs with each other during their Easter visitations along with their good Telephone: (215) 426-4336 • Internet: KrakusMarket.com wishes. April / May, 2009, Polish American News - Page 5

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Bus Groups Welcome at the Polish American Cultural Center Museum Philadelphia welcomes many bus groups and tour groups visiting the Historic District every day. If you are planning a group tour to Philadelphia, be sure to visit the Polish American Cultural Center Museum at 308 Walnut Street and the Kosciuszko House at 3rd and Pine Streets. When you make your plans, call the Museum in advance so that a representative can greet your group and give them a tour. Call the Polish American Cultural Center Museum, Monday through Polish American Cultural Center Museum Gift Shop Friday, between 9 A.M. and 4 P.M. and let them know when your Open during regular Exhibit Hall Hours group is planning to visit. Call 215-922-1700. If you’re not on the Internet, call the Gift Shop, Monday through Friday For more info, visit: PolishAmericanCenter.com/busgroups.html between 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. White Eagle “Bialy Orzel” Newspaper Visit the Museum Gift Shop on the Internet at: This is a bi-weekly publication of the White Eagle Media LLC. PolishAmericanCenter.org The free publication is in the Polish and English language and Items are shipped United Parcel Service or Priority Mail is available at the Polish American Cultural Center Museum, 308 Walnut Street, in historic Philadelphia. If you live outside For more information call (215) 922-1700. of Philadelphia and wish to subscribe to the White Eagle, call All Major Credit Cards are accepted at the Gift Shop when 1-800-668-0667. considering that special gift for a family member or friend.

Polish Army Veterans Join Kosciuszko Foundation in Sponsoring WW II Essay Contest The Polish Army Veterans Association of America, District 2, has teamed up with the Kosciuszko Foundation to offer a $2,000 prize Photographers Are Invited To Torun, Poland for the best essay written by an American student between the ages Philadelphia’s Sister City of 18 and 22 on the worldwide significance of the 1939 invasion of Philadelphia’s Sister Cities Poland (2009 commemorates the 70th Anniversary of the invasion Program has been invited by of Poland). The second prize, paid for by the Kosciuszko Foundation, the Partner Cities Association in will be $1,000. The deadline is July 1, 2009, (postmark date) and Torun to send a photographer the results will be announced by September 1, 2009. to Torun, Poland, to take For more information call 330-666-7251. The application form part in the 4th edition of a can be found at: http://kosciuszkofoundation.org/educational.html. photographic art project entitled “Torun in the Twin Lens”. Photographers from all of Torun’s Sister Cities are invited to attend a workshop in Torun between June 22 and June 28, 2009. The project aims to promote the city of Torun and Polish culture among the photographers representing Torun’s Sister Cities and to provide linguistic, cultural and professional exchange in the field of photography. The selected works that will emerge from a series of photographic workshops will be exhibited in Torun in October, 2009. The exhibition will also be presented in all Sister Cities that delegated artists to take part in the workshops. Interested photographers are asked to call Jennifer McGinn, Sister Cities Program Director, at [email protected] or Aneta Komendarczyk, Educational Exchanges Director, at aneta [email protected] - telephone #215-683-0999. The deadline to submit your participation in the project is April 25, 2009.

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Police Commissioner Charles H. Ramsey Selected 2009 Person of the Year

Senator Stack Welcomes All to Attend ‘PATH TO SUCCESS’ EDUCATION & JOB FAIR Students and adults who are exploring new avenues to find their professional path to success are invited to participate in State Senator Mike Stack’s free upcoming education and job fair. The Path to Success: Education and Job Fair will take place: Saturday, April 18, 2009 On Saturday, February 14, 2009, the Polish Police Association 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. of Philadelphia held its 33rd Annual Founders Day Banquet at King’s Holy Family University Campus Center Caterers II in Bristol, PA. Over 500 people gathered to celebrate 9801 Frankford Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia, PA the occasion with an evening of good food, friendship and Polish American entertainment. This event is open to high school juniors and seniors, adult workers, and adults who are looking to get back into school or learn Each year the organization chooses a Person of the Year. This more about different careers, education or training opportunities. year the Polish Police Association was pleased to honor Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey as its Person of the Year. A native “This fair is open to anyone who is looking for some direction, of Chicago, Commissioner Ramsey served in the Chicago Police educationally and professionally,” Stack said. “There are so many Department for nearly three decades in a variety of assignments. options available to those who want to get on the right path. Whether He became the chief of the District of Columbia’s Metropolitan you want to go to school, go back to school, change your career or Police Department from April 21, 1998 to December 28, 2006. As get back to work, this workshop is your first stop on the path to head of the 4,400-member Metropolitan Police Department, success.” Commissioner Ramsey worked to improve police services, enhance Learn more about higher education, how to pursue various public confidence in the police, and bring down the District of opportunities, career training, advancement programs and more from Columbia’s crime rate. He was appointed Police Commissioner of representatives from educational and professional fields, including the Philadelphia Police Department on January 7, 2008 by Mayor Holy Family University, Community College of Philadelphia, PHEAA Michael Nutter. Commissioner Ramsey leads the fourth largest and CareerLink. police department in the country with 6,700 sworn members and “This shaky economy shouldn’t discourage anyone from pursuing 830 civilian members. He brings the knowledge and experience of a good education and a solid career,” Stack said. “I invite the nearly forty years in the law enforcement profession. community to join me in this beneficial event.” The Polish American Congress, Eastern PA District, and the entire Polonia extend congratulations to Police Commissioner Charles A Message From Ramsey and wish him much success in the future. Sto Lat! Pennsylvania State Representative John Taylor 177th Legislative District Philadelphia, PA As Pennsylvanians continue to struggle with energy-related expenses, state Rep. John Taylor (R-Philadelphia) is reminding residents of a state program that facilitates energy-efficient upgrades to their homes. The Keystone HELP Energy Efficiency Loan and Rebate Program provides homeowners with unsecured and secured loans ranging from $1,000 to as much as $35,000. Certain qualifying upgrades are Jennifer Gorden, Frances E. Wyszynski Memorial Scholarship Recipient, along also eligible for rebates of up to $250 or $500. with Raymond Wyszynski, and Polish Police Association Members, receiving her Improvements must be completed by an approved contractor. The award at the Polish Police Banquet on Saturday, February 14, 2009.. type of eligible improvements varies based upon the type of loan or Jennifer Gorden Awarded the rebate being requested and can include: * Energy Star-rated electric, gas and oil heating systems (78% Frances E. Wyszynski Memorial Scholarship AFUE or Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency Rating is required In 1998 a Memorial Scholarship for systems that are not Energy Star certified). was established by Ray Wyszynski * Energy Star certified central air conditioning systems. in memory of his mother, Frances * Energy Star-rated windows and doors. E. Wyszynski. The scholarship is * Geothermal and other alternative energy heating and cooling presented by Raymond Wyszynski to a systems that have an Energy Star rating. Solar energy systems student in recognition of outstanding are not eligible. scholastic achievement and service to the community. The tenth recipient of * Energy Star certified water heaters, programmable the Frances E. Wyszynski Memorial thermostats, and ceiling fans. Scholarship was Jennifer Gorden, Depending upon the type of loan, homeowners will need to who received the Scholarship Award conduct a home energy audit by a certified home energy auditor. at the Polish Police Association of Homeowners must have satisfactory credit, must be able to repay the Philadelphia Founders Day Banquet on balance within the term of the loan and must not have a combined Saturday, February 14, 2009. income of more than $150,000 to be eligible. Congratulations are extended to Jennifer Gorden from Ray While several different loan programs exist, there are no fees to Wyszynski and family along with the Polish Police Association of apply or penalties for early payment, and closing costs are minimal. Philadelphia, Polish American Congress, Eastern PA District, and the Additionally, some loans do not require a lien to be filed on property entire Polonia. Wishing Jennifer much success in the future. if funds are accepted. Sto Lat! For more information, to apply for a Keystone HELP loan or for a complete list of eligible improvements, individuals may visit my Web site at www.RepTaylor.com or call toll-free at 1-888-232-3477. 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Michael Blichasz, President of the Polish American Congress, Eastern Pennsylvania District, conducted the program welcoming elected officials, representatives from Polish American organizations, Polish & American Army Veterans, Frankford High School JROTC, Polish Scouts “Harcerstwo”, Archbishop Ryan High School Band, General Thaddeus Kosciuszko, portrayed by Richard Klimek, and Irene Darlak, who sang the Polish and American national anthems. Various federal, state and city of Philadelphia greetings were acknowledged. Special guests for the ceremony included Pennsylvania 7th District Congressman Joseph Sestak, Philadelphia Philadelphia City Controller, Alan Butkovitz (center), along with Former City City Controller Alan Butkovitz and Philadelphia Councilman-at-large Controller Jonathan Saidel (left), present a Kosciuszko Day Proclamation from the City of Philadelphia to Michael Blichasz, President, Polish American Bill Greenlee as well as former City Controller, Jonathan Saidel and Congress, Eastern Pennsylvania District, (left / center) and General William Piszek, President of the Copernicus Foundation. Children Thaddeus Kosciuszko, portrayed by Richard Klimek (right). from St. Adalbert Polish Language School, under the direction of Maria Koleda, performed during the the ceremony and luncheon. Following the ceremony, the Kosciuszko Day Luncheon took place in the Franklin, Jefferson & Hancock Ballrooms of the Holiday Inn Hotel. Michael Blichasz, President of the Polish American Congress thanked all for attending Kosciuszko Day, including the coordinating committee: Theresa Romanowski, Vice President of the PAC, Richard Klimek, PAC Secretary, Henry Cieplinski, PAC Communications, Msgr. Francis Feret, Pastor of St. Adalbert Church and PAC Vice Chaplain, Rev. Krzysztof Mendelewski, Pastor of St. Valentine Church, Kosciuszko Day Committee members, Caroline Ciesielka, Jean McCloskey, and Judge Bernice Soban DeAngelis, who swore in the officers of the Polish American Congress for 2009. To all who assisted the officers of the Polish American Congress, Eastern Pennsylvania District, with this event, attended the 2009 Kosciuszko Day program and offered financial support as sponsors and patrons, the Polish American Congress, Eastern Pennsylvania District extends a sincere thank you. Dziekujemy bardzo!

Congressman Joseph Sestak (center) presents a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition to Michael Blichasz, President, Polish American Congress, Eastern Pennsylvania District (left), and General Thaddeus Kosciuszko, portrayed by Richard Klimek (right).

Children from St. Adalbert Polish Language School, along with their President Maria Koleda and teachers, perform at the Kosciuszko Day Program.

Polish Scouts “Harcerstwo”, at the Kosciuszko Day Program.

At the closing of the Kosciuszko Day Program at the Holiday Inn, 4th & Arch Streets in historic Philadelphia, PA, a group photo was taken.

Following the Kosciuszko Day Program at the Holiday Inn, 4th & Arch Streets in historic Philadelphia, PA, a group photo was taken. April / May, 2009, Polish American News - Page 8 Polish American Cultural Center Museum in Philadelphia, PA

Museum’s Historic Reflections Project April 9, 1241 - Henry II the Pious (Died) April / May Henry II the Pious (Polish: Henryk II Pobozny), was a Piast Duke of Silesia (Wroclaw), Krakow and The Polish American Cultural Center Museum in Historic Southern Greater Poland from 1238 until his death. Philadelphia presents Historic Reflections from Polish and Polish During 1238 - 1239 he served as a regent of two American history on the Polish American Radio Program. The Piast Duchies: Sandomierz and Opole-Raciborz. reflections are organized in a daily format. Some of the dates may be the birthday or death date of a prominent person. Other dates may April 10, 1943 - Andrzej Badenski (Born) celebrate a milestone in a prominent person’s life such as a career Andrzej Badenski won a bronze medal in the 400 meter promotion, invention date, or some accomplishment that contributed race in the Tokyo Olympics. to science, medicine, sports, or entertainment history. Other dates may be an anniversary of a historical event in Polonia or Poland’s history. April 11, 1877 - Tomasz Arciszewski (Born) You can hear weekly historic reflections on the Saturday edition In 1944, Tomasz Arciszewski became the Prime Minister of the Polish American Radio Program at 11 A.M. on 1540 AM Radio of the Polish Government-in-Exile in London, England. from Philadelphia. Listen to rebroadcasts 24 hours a day In this position he was adamantly opposed to having at PolishAmericanRadioProgram.com. new boundaries and a new communist government For your information, we have listed a brief outline of historic imposed on Poland. reflections for the months of April and May. April 12, 1973 - Krzysztof Oliwa (Born) April 1, 1939 - Phil Niekro (Born) Krzysztof Oliwa, born in Tychy, Poland, was an NHL Phil Niekro was a proud Polish American and hockey player for the NJ Devils, Pittsburgh Penguins, well-known pitcher in Major League Baseball. He was NY Rangers, Boston Bruins and Calgary Flames. one of the most successful knuckleball pitchers of all Krzysztof Oliwa, known as the “Polish Hammer”, time, with 318 career victories. Niekro was inducted always played a very physical game of hockey. He is into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1997. currently involved with the Polish National Hockey Program. April 2, 2005 - Pope John Paul II (Died) April 13, 1872 - Jan Szczepanik (Born) Pope John Paul II, the beloved Cardinal of Krakow, Poland, was elected to be the shepherd of the Jan Szczepanik was a Polish inventor who held several Universal Catholic Church in October, 1978, hundred patents and made over 50 discoveries, many and served as Pontiff until his death on April 2, of which are still used today in the motion picture 2005. During his 27 years as Holy Father, he industry, photography and television. Jan Szczepanik was recognized as a true son of Poland and an also worked on airplanes, helicopters and submarines. international leader of faith and justice. He is known as Pope John Paul The Great. April 14, 1895 - Wiktor Labunski (Born) April 3, 1849 - Juliusz Slowacki (Died) Wiktor Labunski, a Polish pianist Juliusz Slowacki was a poet and playwright who wrote and composer, was the director of the “The Trilogy of Polish History”. Pope John Paul II Kansas City Conservatory in Missouri quoted Juliusz Slowacki’s works on more than one from 1941 to 1958. Among his many occasion. Slowacki had an influence over other great musical accomplishments, Wiktor Polish poets such as Krasinski, Norwid, and Ujejski. Labunski received an honorary Doctorate His ashes were laid to rest in the Royal Crypt in Degree from the Curtis Music Institute Wawel Castle. of Philadelphia and was also a guest conductor of the Warsaw Philharmonic. April 4, 1989 - Round Table Talks Ended The Round Table Talks took place in April 15, 1865 - Olga Boznanska (Born) Warsaw, Poland, between February 6th Olga Boznanska was a prominent Polish painter who and April 4th in 1989. As a result of the was awarded the Order of Polonia Restituta in 1938. Round Table Agreement, Solidarnosc She is known for her famous portrait called Girl with became a legal political party, free Chrysanthemums. elections would be scheduled and massive changes for the better began to take place in Poland. It was the beginning of the fall of Communism in central Europe. April 16, 1935 - Bobby Vinton (Born) April 5, 1804 - Vincent Dziewanowski (Born) Bobby Vinton is the popular singer and entertainer, who proudly celebrates his Polish American heritage. Vincent Dziewanowski was an American pioneer My Melody of Love is one of the many recordings who established the city of Pulaski, Wisconsin. associated with Bobby Vinton. This was the beginning of many schools, bridges, roads and towns named after General Casimir Pulaski. April 17, 1025 - Boleslaw Chrobry (Crowned) April 6, 1953 - Janet Nowicki (Born) Boleslaw Chrobry was King of Poland in 1025. He Janet Nowicki is well known by her stage name, is known as Boleslaw the Brave for uniting and Janet Lynn, a champion figure skater who won five protecting the territories of Poland. He was a member consecutive United States Women’s National Skating of the Piast dynasty. Championships.

April 7, 1890 - Adam Styka (Born) April 18, 1988 - Mary Angela Truszkowska Adam Styka was a world renowned painter, born in (Beatified) Poland in 1890. Styka’s paintings of the Wild West are regarded by some critics as the best Western Mary Angela Truszkowska founded the Congregation of paintings ever painted by an artist. His religious the Sisters of St. Felix of Cantalice, the Felicians. Today paintings are located in churches in Europe and the Sisters are engaged in education, health care, social the United States. He is buried in the Alley of Merit service and pastoral services. Blessed Mary Angela was at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa beatified April 18, 1988 by Pope John Paul II. in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. April 19, 1943 - Warsaw Ghetto Uprising April 8, 1909 - Helena Modjeska (Died) The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising was another Helena Modjeska was a Polish actress of major resistance against the Nazi troops international fame who immigrated to the United who brutally occupied Poland during States in 1876. She became a star of American World War II. stages for many years with her portrayals of Shakespearian characters. Modjeska was the mother of Ralph Modjeski, the builder of the Benjamin Franklin and Tacony Palmyra Bridges in Philadelphia Visit: PolishAmericanCenter.com and several others across America. April / May, 2009, Polish American News - Page 9 Historic Reflections from the Polish American Cultural Center Museum in Philadelphia, PA • April / May

April 20, 1920 - Vilna Offensive April 30, 1632 - Zygmunt III Waza (Died) The Vilna offensive was a Zygmunt III Waza (20 June 1566 – 30 April campaign of the Polish-Soviet War 1632) was Grand Duke of Lithuania and Crown of 1919–1921. The Polish army King of Poland, a monarch of Polish-Lithuanian launched an offensive on April 16, Commonwealth from 1587 to 1632, and King of 1919 to take Vilnius (Polish: Wilno) Sweden (where he was known simply as Sigismund) from the Red Army. After three from 1592 until he was deposed in 1599. He was days of street fighting from April 19–21, the city was captured by the son of King John III of Sweden and his first wife, Polish forces causing the Red Army to retreat. Catherine Jagellonica of Poland.

April 21, 1978 - Krystyna Chojnowska-Liskiewicz May 1, 1908 - Krystyna Skarbek (Born) Krystyna Chojnowska-Liskiewicz of Poland became Krystyna Skarbek became a spy for the British the first woman to sail around the world alone in a Special Operations Executive during World War 31-foot vessel. The trip took 401 days and covered II. She was well-known for her operations in 31,166 nautical miles. On April 21, 1978, Krystyna Nazi occupied Poland and France. Due to her Chojnowska-Liskiewicz completed her solo trip and resourcefulness and success, more women were gained her title “The First Lady of the Oceans”. recruited by espionage organizations.

April 22, 1915 - Founding May 2, 1952 - Christine Baranski (Born) The Polish Museum of America’s Library Christine Baranski is an Emmy and Tony Award was founded on April 22, 1915 in winning actress. She was born in Buffalo, NY. She Chicago, Illinios, by the Polish Roman is known for her outstanding performances in the TV Catholic Union of America. The Library series Cybill and Frasier. She also has been in several collects books and information on the movies including the Bird Cage and Grinch that Stole history of Polonia in America and on the Christmas. history of Poland. May 3, 1791 - Polish Constitution Day April 23, 1989 - Mother Frances Siedliska (Beatified) Polish Constitution Day marked the second Mother Frances Siedliska was the foundress of the oldest democratic constitution in the world, Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth in 1875. The enacted in Poland on May 3, 1791. This Sisters serve in education, health care and social declaration of democracy remains a focal point services in Poland, France, England and the United for the Polish People who are reminded that States. Mother Frances Siedliska was beatified on Poland was the fatherland of documented April 23, 1989, by Pope John Paul II. democracy in Eastern Europe, second only to the democracy established by the American constitution adapted in 1787. April 24, 1908 - Józef Goslawski (Born) May 4, 1870 - Zygmunt Stojowski (Born) Józef Goslawski was an author of numerous Zygmunt Stojowski was a friend of Peter monuments and portrait sculptures, sculpture Tchaikovsky and famous student of Ignacy Jan caricatures, medals, coins, renovations and drawings. Paderewski. Stojowski was not only a brilliant His early works, generally not conserved, show some concert pianist, he was known for being an influence of cubism (self-portrait, portrait of Witold outstanding professor, teaching countless Chomicz), Szukalski’s ideas (sculpture caricature of students in New York until the end of his life. He Henryk Uziemblo), as well as forms similar to ideas of became a champion of the newly independent the Polish Applied Art Society (design of the St. Franciscus altar). Polish nation in 1918. April 25, 1333 - King Casimir the Great (Coronation) May 5, 1846 - Henryk Sienkiewicz (Born) Poland’s King Casimir the Great reigned between 1333 and 1370. In 1364, Casimir the Great, known by his Henryk Sienkiewicz is a Nobel Prize winner for Polish name, Kazimierz Wielki, established Poland’s literature in 1905. Sienkiewicz was born in Poland first university in Krakow, which became Jagiellonian in 1846 and is the author of “Quo Vadis?” and three University, the second oldest university in Europe. other novels known as “The Trilogy”.

May 6, 1867 - Wladyslaw Reymont (Born) April 26, 1919 - Napoleon Cybulski (Died) Wladyslaw Reymont received the Nobel Prize for In 1895, Napoleon Cybulski discovered Adrenaline, literature in 1924 for his four-volume novel, “The a hormone which regulates brain and muscle Peasants”, completed between 1904 and 1910. Never activity. before had an author presented the daily life and folkways of the Polish countryside.

May 7, 2004 - Waldemar Milewicz (Died) April 27, 1941 - Marian Batko (Polish Teachers’ Day) Waldemar Milewicz was a Polish journalist and On April 27, Polish Teachers’ Day of Remembrance war correspondent who was killed in a drive-by and Peace, about a thousand Polish teachers and shooting in Iraq. It is believed that his car was students paid homage to the victims of the Auschwitz followed by a group of Iraqi insurgents in another Nazi camp. The date coincides with the anniversary of car. Milewicz’s car was clearly marked with a the martyr-death in Auschwitz of the teacher Marian ‘press’ sticker. Despite that, when the attackers Batko, who gave his life for a 16-year-old caught up with it, they opened machine gun fire. fellow prisoner. May 8 - Saint Stanislaus Feast Day April 28, 1943 - Nicholas Minue (Died) Poland’s Patron Saint, Saint Stanislaus, an early Nicholas Minue (birth unknown – died April 28, 1943) Bishop of Krakow, Poland, was slain by King received the Medal of Honor for military service on Boleslaw Smialy while celebrating Mass in 1079. behalf of the United States of America in World War His body lies in the cathedral of Wawel Hill, in II. He received this recognition for charging a group Krakow, Poland. Hundreds of Polish churches of German soldiers that had a machine-gun position across the world are named after St. Stanislaus in near Medjez El Bab, Tunisia. He died during the honor of Poland’s Patron Saint. charge. Born in Sedden, Poland, he enlisted in the United States Army in Carteret, NJ. He served in Company A, 6th May 9, 1931 - Albert Michelson (Died) Armored Infantry Regiment, 1st Armored Division. Albert Michelson was born in Strzelno, Poland, and April 29, 1926 - Paul Baran (Born) emigrated to the U.S. with his family in 1855. He was a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, held Paul Baran was one of the early developers of several professorships at universities across the U.S. the Internet, ATM technology, and DSL modem and received a Nobel Prize in physics in 1907. His technology. He was born in Poland in 1926 and passion was the accurate measurement of the speed his family emigrated to Boston in 1928. Mr. Baran of light. Using his interferometer, he paved the way has connections to Philadelphia through Drexel for the development of the theory of relativity, formulated by Albert University where he did his undergraduate work. Einstein. April / May, 2009, Polish American News - Page 10

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May 10, 1955 - John Radecki (Died) May 21, 1674 - Jan Sobieski (Coronation) John Radecki (also known as Jan Radecki) Jan Sobieski became King of Poland on May (1865 - 1955) was a master stained glass 21, 1674. It was Sobieski who defeated the artist working in Australia, considered to be Turkish Armies during the battle of Vienna in the finest such artist of his time. Radecki 1683, which in turn saved Europe and Western was born on August 2, 1865 at Lódz, Poland to Pavel Radecki and civilization. He has been honored for centuries his wife, Victoria. as the “Defender of Christendom.” May 11, 1931 - Jozef Pilsudski (Died) Jozef Pilsudski was a Polish revolutionary, May 22, 1993 - Mieczyslaw Horszowski (Died) statesman, Field Marshal, and Polish Chief of State. Pianist Mieczyslaw Horszowski was an He is considered largely responsible for Poland internationally acclaimed pianist and music having regained her independence in 1918. Many teacher whose performances were widely recorded. Polish and Polish American organizations, schools Mieczyslaw Horszowski was also a teacher at the and clubs are named in his honor. Curtis Institute and continued to teach and perform May 12, 1970 - General Wladyslaw Anders (Died) until shortly before his death in Philadelphia in 1993 at the age of 100. General Wladyslaw Anders was a Polish freedom fighter and military leader during World War II. In addition to leading Poland’s cavalry units during May 23, 1883 - Cyprian Norwid (Died) Poland’s invasion in 1939, General Wladyslaw Cyprian Norwid was a nationally esteemed Polish Anders is known for creating Anders Army. Anders poet, as well as a prominent sculptor, dramatist and was also the leader of several successful battles painter. His work was not appreciated during his which freed Monte Cassino, Italy, from Nazi lifetime. Cyprian Norwid is now considered one of occupation. the four most influential poets of Poland.

May 13, 1984 - Stanislaw Marcin Ulam (Died) May 24, 1543 - Mikolaj Kopernik (Died) Stanislaw Marcin Ulam was a Polish mathematician Polish astronomer Mikolaj Kopernik was known who participated in the Manhattan Project and by his Latin name Nicholas Copernicus in the city proposed the Teller–Ulam design of thermonuclear of Torun, Poland. Copernicus is the Father of weapons. He also invented nuclear pulse propulsion Modern Astronomy, known as the man who moved and developed a number of mathematical tools the earth and stopped the sun. in number theory, set theory, ergodic theory, and algebraic topology. May 25, 992 - Mieszko I (Coronation) May 14, 1948 - Walter Olkewicz (Born) Mieszko I was a duke of the Polans and the first Walter Olkewicz is an actor who played Marko in historical ruler of Poland. Member of the Piast Wizards and Warriors. He also guest starred in dynasty, he was son of the legendary Siemomysl, many TV shows including Night Court, Seinfeld, grandchild of Lestek and father to Boleslaw ER, and Who’s The Boss. He also played Jacques Chrobry, the first crowned prince of Poland, and Renault on Twin Peaks. Swietoslawa-Sygryda, a Nordic queen.

May 26, 1956 - Aloysius Szymanski (Died) May 15, 1951 - Dr. Frank Wilczek (Born) Aloysius Szymanski, professionally known as Al Simmons, was a player in Major League Baseball for Dr. Frank Wilczek received the 2004 Nobel Prize in over three decades. Al Simmons was elected to the Physics for the discovery of asymptotic freedom. Dr. Baseball Hall of Fame in 1953. He is on the list of Wilczek is a professor of physics at the prestigious the 100 Greatest Baseball Players in Major League M I T University and is considered one of the world’s Baseball. most eminent theoretical physicists. May 27, 1887 - Kazimierz Fajans (Born) May 16, 1902 - Jan Kiepura (Born) Kazimierz Fajans, a Polish American physical We remember Jan Kiepura, known as the greatest chemist, was the co-author of a work entitled, “The Polish tenor. Jan Kiepura made his American debut Science of Radioactivity” and helped to formulate the with the Chicago Opera Company in 1931. His law of radioactive moves. Kazimierz Fajans served as performances won him title roles in major operas and a university professor and researcher in Germany, he made several recordings during his career. England and the United States.

May 17, 1941 - Grace Zabriskie (Born) May 28, 1981 - Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski (Died) Grace Zabriskie is an American actress. She Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski was the leader of has appeared in many popular American films Poland’s Catholic Church during the dark days and television series. Zabriskie may best be of Soviet Communist rule in Poland. Cardinal remembered, albeit not by name, as Mrs. Ross, Wyszynski was the chief church official, the Primate a recurring character on the sitcom, Seinfeld. of Poland, from 1948 until his death on May 28th in She played the mother of another doomed daughter, Susan Ross - 1981. George Costanza’s fiancee. May 29, 1987 - Jack Ham (Hall of Fame Induction) May 18, 1920 - Karol Wojtyla (Born) Jack Ham was inducted into the National Polish Karol Wojtyla was elected Pope on American Sports Hall of Fame on May 29, 1987. He October 16, 1978 and died on April 2, played for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1970’s and 2005. He is known as Pope John Paul is considered one of the greatest outside linebackers The Great. in the history of the NFL.

May 19, 1939 - Tomasz Sikorski (Born) May 30, 2005 - Tomasz Pacynski (Died) Pianist Tomasz Sikorski was born in Warsaw in Tomasz Pacynski was a Polish fantasy and science 1939. During his life he wrote chamber, orchestral, fiction writer. He was one of the creators, and since solo and choral music. In 1975, he was awarded 2004, the chief editor of Fahrenheit, the first Polish a senior Fulbright scholarship from the United Internet science fiction fanzine. He published short States government which allowed him to work at stories in such magazines as Science Fiction, SFera, the Columbia-Princeton Electronic Music Center and Fantasy, and in Internet fanzines such as in New York. Tomasz Sikorski’s work is frequently performed at Fahrenheit, Esensja, Fantazin and Srebrny Glob. He contemporary Music Festivals throughout the world. also wrote articles published in SFera and Science Fiction.

May 20, 1881 - General Wladyslaw Sikorski (Born) May 31, 1957 - Leopold Staff (Died) General Wladyslaw Sikorski was a Polish military Leopold Staff was one of the most recognized Polish and political leader. During World War II, General poets in the first half of the 20th century. Staff was Sikorski became Prime Minister of the Polish also an editor, dramatist and prolific translator. He Government in Exile and Commander-in-Chief of the was associated with the Young Poland Movement. Polish Armed Forces. April / May, 2009, Polish American News - Page 11 From the Desk of Pope John Paul II Mary Ann Zerkowski, President A Man of God, A Man of the People Berks County Polish American Board of Education On April 2, 2009, [email protected] the world Alvernia University Hosting remembered the Historic Exhibit Alvernia University will host the historic Fourth Anniversary exhibit “A Blessing to One Another: Pope John of the death of Paul II and the Jewish People” in the Franco Library and Learning Center, 400 Saint Bernardine Street, Reading, Pope John Paul PA, from Holocaust Remembrance Day April 21, 2009 to July 31, 2009. This exhibit of photos, videos, documents and artifacts record The Great the extraordinary contribution of Pope John Paul II to strengthing In Philadelphia relations between the Catholic and Jewish faiths. In conjunction with this exhibit a special Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, May Polonia gathered for 17, beginning at 4 P.M. in St. Mary’s Church, 250 South Twelfth a community-wide Street, Reading, PA. Members of the Berks County Polish and Jewish communities are expected to participate in the Mass. For Memorial Mass exhibit information about private tours and school tours call 610- at 7:00 P.M. in 790-2880. St. Adalbert Church Scholarship Dinner Thompson Street & Allegheny Avenue, Philadelphia, PA The 64th annual Polish American Board of Education Scholarship Banquet will be held at the Reading Country Club, Exeter Township, Pope John Paul The Great on Sunday, April 19, 2009. The feature speaker will be Brigadier General John L. Gronski, Assistant Adjutant General, Pennsylvania Holy Father of the Universal Catholic Church • 1978 to 2005 Army National Guard. At the banquet, the organization will be Born Karol Wojtyla in Wadowice, Poland, on May 18, 1920 celebrating the Polish Constitution of May 3, 1791, the second Entered the Seminary in 1941 democratic constitution in the world and the first democratic Ordained a Priest on November 1, 1946 constitution in Europe. Also scholarships totaling $25,000 will Appointed Auxiliary Bishop of Krakow, Poland, in July, 1958 be awarded to Berks County high school seniors of Polish American Appointed Archbishop of Krakow, Poland, in December, 1963 descent. For more information or reservations, contact Helen Elevated to Cardinal of the Catholic Church on May 29, 1967 Nowotarski at 610-777-4598. Elected as Holy Father of the Universal Catholic Church on October 16, 1978 For more information about the activities of Berks County Polonia Died at His Vatican Home in Rome, Italy, on Saturday, April 2, 2005 check the following websites: Board of Education pabe-berks.org; See more information about the life of Pope John Paul The Berks County Polish American Heritage Association berks-paha.org. Great on the front page link of the Museum’s Internet site at: PolishAmericanCenter.org. Police Officer John Pawlowski A Tribute to Memorial Fund P.F.C. Stanley A. Gogoj Police Officer John Pawlowski, 26, a member of Polonia and Philadelphia Police officer, was Private First Class Stanley A. Gogoj, of the U.S. Army, was the first mortally wounded in the line of duty on Friday, soldier from the Philadelphia region reported killed in action during February 13, 2009, when he attempted to the Korean War which began on June 25, 1950. He was born in apprehend an armed and violent felon. the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia in 1929 and attended Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday, Northeast Catholic High School before he joined the U.S. Army in February 20, 2009, at the Cathedral Basilica of 1948. SS. Peter & Paul in center city Philadelphia, followed by interment at P.F.C. Gogoj was a member of the 71st Signal Service Battalion, Resurrection Cemetery in Bensalem, PA. U.S. Army. On June 30, 1950, he was a passenger in a C-54D A Memorial Fund has been established to assist Police Officer Skymaster transport from the 22nd Troop Carrier Squadron, 374th Pawlowski’s family. Checks should be made payable to John Troop Carrier Wing. While on the ground at Suwon Air Base Pawlowski Family Fund and mailed to Police and Fire Credit Union, (K-13), Korea, the aircraft was destroyed by a North Korean bombing 901 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107. strike. All 23 on board were killed. P.F.C. Gogoj was awarded the The Polish American community joins in extending condolences to Purple Heart, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service his wife, Kimmy, with a child on the way, his father, brothers, sister, Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Presidential and to the entire Pawlowski family. Unit Citation and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal. May he rest in peace - a man of extraordinary courage, bravery On February 24, 1991, a group of Korean War Veterans founded and dedication to service! the Philadelphia Korean War Veterans Association at AmVets Post 100. On June 9, 1991, the Post was named the Philadelphia Korean War Veterans Association of Philadelphia, P.F.C. Stanley A. Gogoj, Chapter No. 38, Inc. to honor him and all fallen comrades from the In recognition of donations to the Korean War. Polish American Cultural Center On June 25, 1991, Philadelphia City Council President Joseph Museum Exhibit Hall Coleman and Council members passed a resolution declaring June 25, 1991, as Korean War Day in Philadelphia. They also passed a in Memory of resolution, sponsored by Councilman Francis Rafferty to establish Robert Ankielewicz a Korean War Memorial in Philadelphia. Frank Ford On May 13, 1992, Fairmount Park Commission approved Mary Heleniak the Veterans Chapter #38 request to install a concrete pedestal Edward F. Jones at Delaware Avenue and Dock Streets as the future site of the Philadelphia Korean War Memorial. The marker was dedicated Police Officer John Pawlowski on June 30, 1992. The Vitetta Group was chosen to design the Josephine F. Pisarczyk memorial. On March 21, 1994, the Philadelphia Korean War Martin F. Taylor Jr. Memorial was copyrighted under P.F.C. Stanley A. Gogoj, Chapter Wojciech Wierzewski No., 38 Inc. in the Library of Congress, Washington, DC, under Title 17, and on June 22, 2002 the Philadelphia Korean War Memorial was constructed by the John J. White Company and dedicated at Penn’s Landing at Front and Dock Streets. John J. Plenskofski is In Memory of the President of the Korean War Veterans Association P.F.C. Stanley A. Gogoj, Chapter No. 38 Inc. Frank Romanowski On Memorial Day and all year round let us remember the attack August 3, 1914 • May 22, 1996 of the Korean War on June 25, 1950, 59 years ago, and the dedicated American servicemen, under the command of General Douglas Offered by Daughter MacArthur, who are often referred to as the forgotten men of war. Theresa Romanowski It is our duty to honor and remember these brave men and salute their efforts for the cause of freedom. May they rest in peace! Read the Polish American News Online at: PolishAmericanNews.com April / May, 2009, Polish American News - Page 12 Polish American Social Services “PASS” PolishAmericanSocialServices.com From the Desk of PGW Institues Late-Payer Deposit Richard Klimek Program Supervisor Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) has begun a “late-payer deposit” Polish American Social Services which affects any PGW customer who pays a bill late two months in a row or three times over a twelve month period. This deposit is also “PASS” applied if someone makes partial payments even if those payments Spring is upon us and we are coming out are made on time. The deposit is equal to two months of an average of one of the harshest winters we have had in bill based on prior consumption. Any payment made to PGW after a long time. Since most folks saw increased a customer is levied with this deposit goes toward the deposit and heating bills, PASS reminds seniors and not to the regular bill. If the deposit is not paid, PGW can terminate all utility consumers to consider weatherizing your home. Also, your service. According to PGW this move is legal because the Public consider a budget plan from your utility company. With dollars tight Utilities Commission (PUC) has allowed PGW to implement this plan. today, it is a good idea to keep a consistent budget, especially for Many customers already received a “second notice” that they will energy costs. Some lower income persons can benefit from programs be levied with the late-payer deposit because of higher than usual such as the CRP Program from the Philadelphia Gas Works which bills this winter and may have been late on payments or did not sets your gas payment based on your income with some forgiveness make payments in full. This was surprising because they did not get for past bills. Speaking of PGW, PGW customers should be aware a “first notice”. PGW placed the “first notice” to their customers in of the new “late payer deposit” that PGW is implementing that will the “message” section of their bills, thus many customers did not adversely affect many consumers who have been struggling with know they were going to be levied with the deposit. If someone has this past winter’s bills. See the separate article in this newsletter received a “second notice” in their bill concerning this deposit, and that discusses this issue. the deposit has not appeared on their next bill, customers can call Also in this newsletter, there are many new items to review, such PGW and dispute their bills and then contact the PUC. as changes in the Food Stamp program, and an introductory article Many customers are complaining that the deposit is an added on Census 2010. hardship because they are already struggling to pay their bills. This The economy continues to be on everyone’s mind, especially those is especially difficult for senior citizens who get their social security who may have lost their jobs. Remember to let PASS know if your checks later in the month while their gas bill may be earlier in the place of employment is hiring. And if you know someone who needs month and they may be out of money and not able to pay when the help with resume preparation, call PASS at (215) 923-1900. Also for bill is due. those folks who may have lost their jobs, 65% of the costs of medical PGW is also requiring that customers who want to avoid the late- benefits under COBRA provisions are to be covered under the new payer deposit must file for “auto pay”. Auto pay removes money from stimulus package being released from the federal government. Make a customers account automatically and can cause other checks to sure you ask your previous employer how to go about getting this bounce because of a tight budget. To complicate matters, some PGW important assistance. customers do not have a bank account so they cannot participate in Spring is always a time for renewal; a time for a fresh start. Let’s auto pay. use this opportunity to shift our focus from the many negative things At this time, many customers have called PGW and the PUC to file around us and focus on being positive helping each other through disputes and many more have contacted members of City Council these difficult times. to voice their concerns. The late payer deposit will be a developing COBRA Subsidy in the Economic Stimulus Package issue over the next few months, so customers and utility advocates should pay attention to press releases and notices in PGW bills. The economic stimulus package signed into law by President Obama on February 17, 2009 includes a subsidy of COBRA FOOD STAMP PROGRAM CHANGES RULES premiums for up to nine months for certain employees involuntarily MORE WORKING FAMILIES AND SENIORS TO BENEFIT terminated between September 1, 2008 and December 31, 2009 and At the end of 2008, the Food Stamp program changed its rules their spouses and dependents. The subsidy is 65% of the COBRA that allows for many more working families and seniors to qualify premium. Even if you chose not to particpate in the COBRA plan for the program. The biggest change is the program no longer counts when you were first laid off because of the high cost, you may still be assets to determine eligibility. This means if you have money in the able to participate in this plan. Former employers may be contacting bank or another property, it will not be held against you. employees that were laid off concerning this development. However, if you ar not sure if you qualify for this assistance, contact your The food stamp application still asks about your assets, because former employer as soon as possible. if someone has no assets, they can qualify for expedited or emergency food stamps. The asset questions should not stop Job Training Program Information someone who qualifies to file for this program. If you are considering a job training program that can help you Income limits are: attain or retain long-term employment, contact PASS for more Household Size Monthly income limit (gross) Maximum food stamp grant information. The outreach program is especially important to 1 $1,127 $176 / per month individuals who are unemployed due to company closings or 2 $1,517 $323 relocations. PASS will share information about Pennsylvania 3 $1,907 $463 4 $2,297 $588 area Job Training Programs to help you become more employable 5 $2,687 $698 in a changing job market. Call PASS’s Employment Outreach Expenses are also examined and can mean more food stamps for Representative for more information at (215) 923-1900. a household. For example, high housing costs, medical expenses and Do You Have A Resume? child care costs all have an affect on the amount of food stamps you can receive. PASS encourages job-seeking clients to prepare an outline of their work experience, or a resume, before they apply for any type of For more information about the food stamp program, you can call employment. A written resume helps job seekers present their job the Food Stamp Hotline at 215-430-0556 or apply directly on line qualifications to a prospective employer. A PASS staff associate can at www.compass.state.pa.us. or call PASS at 215-923-1900. review your current resume, update it, or develop a new one with you to prepare you for your job interview. Attention Employers! This service is available at the office of Polish American Social People seeking employment often contact PASS. The staff will Services, 308 Walnut Street in Center City Philadelphia. Call be pleased to alert job seekers of Job Openings that have been to make an appointment for this free service at (215) 923-1900. reported. in a changing job market. Call PASS’s Employment Outreach Representative for more information at (215) 923-1900. If your place of employent is about to or has posted an employment opportunity, kindly let PASS know. Call Monday through Friday, between 9 A.M. and 4 P.M. (215) 923-1900, Polish Travel Center or send the job information to: Travel Arrangements • Parcels to Poland Attn: Employment Information Polish American Social Services 2718 Orthodox Street • (215) 533-1294 308 Walnut Street Internet: PolishTravel.com Philadelphia, PA 19106 Kindly include qualifications needed, starting salary and where to In recognition of a contribution from go for an application and interview.

The Michael J. Kosloski Foundation Spread the word about PASS and its outreach services. In loving Memory of Leo Kosloski Be sure to visit PASS on the Internet at: For Polish American Social Services programs PolishAmericanSocialServices.com April / May, 2009, Polish American News - Page 13 Polish American Social Services “PASS” Polish American Social Services “PASS” United Social Services Outreach Program

Main Office: 308 Walnut Street • Philadelphia, PA 19106 Open Monday to Friday • 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. An Introduction to the 2010 Census Telephone: (215) 923-1900 Counting Everyone Once-and Only Once-and In the Right Place Outreach Services in and around the Philadelphia area The foundation of our American democracy is dependent on fair If you, a family member, or friend have a question concerning social and equitable representation in Congress. In order to achieve an services, call PASS and discuss your needs with a representative. accurate assessment of the number and location of the people living All calls are CONFIDENTIAL, and PASS will either give you the within the nation’s borders, the U.S. Constitution mandates information you need, handle your service directly, or refer you to the a census of the population every 10 years. proper agency that can assist you. The census population totals determine which states gain or Clients wishing to visit the main office at 308 Walnut Street, or one lose representation in Congress. It also determines the amount of of the outreach sites, are asked to call in advance so that a Social state and federal funding communities receive over the course of Service Representative can tell you what documentation you will the decade. 2010 Census data will directly affect how more than $3 need to bring with you to process your request. trillion is allocated to local, state and tribal governments over the next 10 years. In order for this funding allocation to be accomplished You can view an outline of several programs available to senior fairly and accurately, the goal of the decennial census is to count citizens and individuals of all ages on the PASS Internet site at everybody, count them only once, and count them in the right place. PolishAmericanSocialServices.com. The facts gathered in the census also help shape decisions for the For additional information, call PASS, Monday through Friday, rest of the decade about public health, neighborhood improvements, between 9 A.M. and 4 P.M. at (215) 923-1900. transportation, education, senior services and much more. Operations in Progress in Area Neighborhoods State of Pennsylvania Property Tax Rent Rebate Program The countdown to Census Day is underway. Early local census offices are open in Philadelphia, Penn.; Camden, N.J.; Trenton, N.J., To help with the rising costs of living, and New Castle County, Del. Additional local census offices are you can apply for the Property Tax/Rent opening in Bucks, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties Rebate Program. in the fall. READ THIS ARTICLE CAREFULLY TO Address canvassing efforts began in April. Locally hired census SEE IF YOU QUALIFY FOR A REBATE! employees are walking every street in America verifying 145 million This rebate program is a “look back” addresses and updating the 2010 Census address list. This program. This means that to calculate operation ensures the U.S. Census Bureau will have an accurate list a rebate, you calculate the property from which to mail or hand-deliver the census questionnaires in the taxes or rent the household paid and the spring of 2010. income you received during the last calendar year. Reaching an Increasingly Diverse Population

Who is eligible for a rebate? The goal of the 2010 Census is to count all residents living in the There are many different individuals that may qualify for a rebate. United States on April 1, 2010. The U.S. Census Bureau does not They must fall into one of the categories below and meet certain ask about the legal status of respondents in any of its surveys and income guidelines. census programs. To help ensure the nation’s increasingly diverse • A person or their spouse that is 65 years of age or older, or population can answer the questionnaire accurately and completely, • Widows or widowers 50 years of age or older, or about 13 million bilingual Spanish/English forms will be mailed to • Permanently DISABLED individuals 18 years of age or older. housing units in neighborhoods identified as requiring high levels of Spanish assistance. Additionally, questionnaires in Spanish, Chinese What are the income guidelines and how much of a rebate is (Simplified), Korean, Vietnamese and Russian, as well as language expected? guides in 59 languages, will be available on request. For Homeowners : Income Range Rebate Amount Recruiting Census Workers $ 0 - $8,000 $650 By 2010, there will be an estimated 310 million people residing $8,001 - $15,000 $500 in the United States. Counting each person is one of the largest $15,001 - $18,000 $300 operations the federal government undertakes. For example, the $18,001 - $35,000 $250 Census Bureau will recruit nearly 3.8 million applicants for 2010 For Renters: Census field operations. Income Range Rebate Amount $ 0 - $8,000 $650 Of these applicants, the Census Bureau will hire about 1.4 million $8,001 - $15,000 $500 temporary employees. Some of these employees will be using GPS- equipped hand-held computers to update maps and ensure there is IT IS IMPORTANT TO UNDERSTAND THAT YOU ONLY COUNT an accurate address list for the mailing of the census questionnaires. ONE- HALF OF SOCIAL SECURITY, SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME AND RAILROAD RETIREMENT TIER 1 BENEFITS WHEN 10 Questions, 10 Minutes to Complete CALCULATING ELIGIBILITY INCOME. With one of the shortest questionnaires in history, the 2010 For example, if your gross Social Security income for last year was Census asks for name, gender, age, race, ethnicity, relationship, and $20,000, the Property Tax Rent Rebate Program would count only whether you own or rent your home. It takes only about 10 minutes $10,000 toward eligibility requirements. All other income such as for the average household to complete. Questions about how we live salary, IRA payouts, pensions, dividends or interest is counted at as a nation, our diversity, education, housing, jobs and more, are 100%. now covered in the American Community Survey, which is conducted Do I ever have to repay this rebate or will a lien be placed on the every year throughout the decade and replaces the Census 2000 property? long-form questionnaire. Responses to the 2010 Census questionnaire are required by law. No. Absolutely NOT! No Lien is placed on the property nor does the All responses are used for statistical purposes only, and all rebate have to be repaid. Furthermore the rebate is not considered are strictly confidential. as income for any other program. For more information, visit the 2010 Census Web site at: Who do I call if I have questions or how can I get an application? www.census.gov/2010census. For more information, to get an application or to get help completing the application call Polish American Social Services at “PASS” works closely with the (215) 923-1900. Philadelphia Corporation for Aging to provide information and assistance to J World Travel • Nina Tyra the elderly. For information regarding services available in Philadelphia and 2626 E. Allegheny Avenue • Philadelphia, PA 19134 Southeastern Pennsylvania, call PCA’s (215) 634-6006 helpline number at (215) 765-9040 or PASS (215) 923-1900. In recognition of a contribution from the www.PCACares.org Fourjay Foundation For information about PASS and its outreach services, visit us at: For Polish American Social Services programs PolishAmericanSocialServices.com April / May 2009, Polish American News - Page 14 Polish American Cultural Center Exhibit Hall Sponsors Business Directory Assisted Living Funeral Directors LOGO Sportswear Harmony Place Assisted Living at Parke Ridge Slabinski Funeral Home, Inc. “A Caring Community for your Loved One” 2614 Orthodox Street 8420 Roosevelt Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19137 Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-744-2700 215-708-2200 Edward C. Tomaszewski Funeral Home, Inc. Auction Services Two of Port Richmond’s Most Modern and Robert Zogorski Real Estate Spacious Chapels at One Location Real Estate Auctions 2728-30 E. 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Box 305 Krystyna Blanarowycz 1500 Walnut Street, Suite 2000 Fort Washington, PA 19034 • 215-646-2470 32 Carpenter Plaza Philadelphia, PA 19102 Wilmington, DE 19810 • 302-475-1157 Telephone: 215-568-6220 Jagiellonian Law Society Fax: 215-564-2859 1370 Chews Landing Road Laurel Springs, NJ 08021 Contractors Leon A. Mankowski, Esq. 215-736-2521 FATHER & SON BUILDERS 2624 E. Allegheny Avenue Polish American Congress “The Name You Know and Trust” Philadelphia, PA 19134 Eastern Pennsylvania District Fully Licensed and Insured 215-739-8521 308 Walnut Street Free Estimates - Financing Available Philadelphia, PA 19106 • 215-739-3408 Specializing in Custom Kitchens George R. Szymanski, Jr. & Modern Bathrooms Polish American Heritage Association Attorney • Adwokat Serving Philadelphia and Surrounding Areas of Delaware County Greg Matyjaszek - 215-634-7800 When You Need Personal St. Hedwig’s Society, Chester, PA Legal Attention P.O. Box 1164 - Brookhaven, PA 19015 J.L. Latsios Paving Co. Inc. Accidents• Injuries • Criminal Defense • Social Security 302-798-2842 Disability • Wills & Estates • Free Initial Consultation Building strong, long lasting parking lots and Polish National Alliance, Lodge #650 driveways in Delaware, Chester, Montgomery 2538 E. Allegheny Avenue 2201 N. Bent Lane Counties and the Philadelphia area. Philadelphia, PA • 215-426-4680 Aston, PA 19014 • 610-876-4565 www.LatsiosPaving.com 1370 Chews Landing Road Blackwood, NJ • 856-232-9828 Polish Police Association of Philadelphia 610-459-4500 P.O. Box 16381 Philadelphia, PA 19114 • 215-677-1774 Engineering Services Life Insurance Polish Women’s Alliance, St. Rita’s Society Tantala Associates, LLC 2401 Pennsylvania Avenue 15B-33 4903 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 Organizations Philadelphia, PA 19130 • 215-769-8530 215-289-4600 • www.tantala.com Albert M. Tantala, Sr., P.E. Polish Beneficial Association St. Adalbert Polish Language School Peter J. Tantala, P.E. A Fraternal Life Insurance Society 2645 E. Allegheny Avenue Albert M. Tantala, Jr., AIA Serving Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19134 • 215-739-3500 Michael W. Tantala, P.E. New Jersey, & Delaware Classes Are Held On Saturday Mornings Main Office: 2595 Orthodox Street Second Street Polish Society Philadelphia, PA 19137 • 215-535-2626 Financial Institutions P.O. Box 37107 Philadelphia, PA 19148 POLONIA BANK Polish Falcons of America With 5 Offices in the Philadelphia A National Fraternal Insurance Organization The Society of Our Mother of Consolation Area to Serve You Main Office: 615 Iron City Drive P.O. Box 331 2646 E. Allegheny Avenue, Philadelphia Pittsburgh, PA 15205 • 412-922-2244 Wilmerding, PA 15148 215-427-3333 2133 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia Polish National Alliance 215-665-9363 America’s Largest Physicians & Surgeons 8000 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia National Fraternal Organization 215-338-7777 Ewa Matczak, D.M.D. National Office: 6100 N. Cicero Avenue 2628 Orthodox Street, Philadelphia 3084 Aramingo Avenue Chicago, IL 60646 • 1-800-621-3723 215-535-8450 Philadelphia, PA 19134 • 215-739-2787 Office Hours by Appointment 3993 Huntingdon Pike, Polish Roman Catholic Union of America Huntingdon Valley, PA National Fraternal Benefit Society Theresa Korneluk Reilly, M.D. 215-938-8688 Main Office: 984 N. Milwaukee Avenue Eye Physician & Surgeon Chicago, IL 60642 • 1-800-772-8632 2418 E. Allegheny Avenue Third Federal Bank Satellite Offices: Philadelphia, PA 19134 • 215-634-6660 Bridesburg: 2636-38 E. Allegheny Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19134 Office Hours by Appointment Orthodox & Almond Sts. 215-743-6673 1-800-558-8792 or 215-425-3807 6966 Broadway, Cleveland, OH 44105 Frankford: 1-800-318-8234 John S. Taras, M.D. • Hand Surgery 4625 Frankford Ave. 215-289-1400 6011 South 27th St., Greenfield, WI 53321 The Philadelphia Hand Center, P.C. Mayfair: 414-281-6281 • www.prcua.org The Benjamin Franklin House Roosevelt Blvd. at Unruh 215-332-7650 834 Chestnut Street, Suite G114 Fishtown: Polish Women’s Alliance of America Philadelphia, PA 19107 York & Memphis Sts. 215-423-2314 National Fraternal Benefit Insurance Organization For Appointments, call (800) 971-HAND Branches in States Across America The South Jersey Hand Center, P.C. Woodhaven: Marlton & Cherry Hill Knights & Woodhaven Rds. 215-824-0151 Main Office: 6643 N. Northwest Highway - 2nd Floor Chicago, IL 60631 • 847-384-1200 For locations in Bucks & Mercer Counties, or Toll Free - 888-522-1898 please call 215-579-4000. Relocation Services Washington Savings Bank You are invited to become a Isaac’s Relocation Service 2701 E. Allegheny Avenue •215-427-3500 4309 G Street • Philadelphia, PA 19124 2548 E. Lehigh Avenue • 215-739-7219 Polish American Looking for Movers and Drivers 10663 Bustleton Avenue • 215-673-3500 Cultural Center Paid training program/immediate openings/excellent starting pay To arrange for an interview, call (800) 949-3574 Ext. 940 8729 Frankford Avenue • 215-624-8400 Exhibit Hall 2900 Comly Road • 215-698-9400 Sponsor Roofing Funeral Directors Call Theresa Romanowski at: Union Roofing Joseph T. Sekula Funeral Home, Inc. Siding, Windows & Doors Florence B. Sekula, Supervisor 215-922-1700 Free Estimate • 10 Year Guarantee 2634 E. Allegheny Avenue See Our Discount Coupon Ad in Paper Philadelphia, PA 19134 PolishAmericanCenter.com 215-739-7900 215-464-6425 April / May, 2009, Polish American News - Page 15

St. Adalbert Feast Day Celebration Looking Ahead Maria Koleda, Director, along with the members of St. Adalbert Mark Your Calendar for the Following Events Polish Language School are inviting everyone to celebrate the feast day of their patron, St. Adalbert, on Thursday, April 23, 2009. Thursday, October 1, 2009, Proclamation Ceremony for Pulaski Mass will be said at St. Adalbert Church, Thompson Street and Day and Polish American Heritage Month, 12:00 Noon, Polish Allegheny Avenue, in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia American Cultural Center Museum, 308 Walnut Street, historic at 7 P.M. During Mass a new St. Adalbert Polish Language School Philadelphia, PA., Everyone is invited. Admission is free. banner will be blessed, which will be used for future events. Saturday, October 3, 2009, Pulaski Dinner Dance, Cocktails Following Mass there will be refreshments in the Church hall. 5 P.M. - Dinner 6 P.M., Associated Polish Home Ballroom, 9150 Academy Road in Northeast Philadelphia. For reservations call Polish American Congress at (215) 739-3408. Sunday, October 4, 2009, Pulaski Observance Mass, 9:30 A.M., Cathedral of SS. Peter & Paul, 18th and the Parkway, Center City Philadelphia, PA., followed by the Pulaski Tribute Program, 10:30 A.M. at the Kopernik Monument, Torun Triangle Park, 18th and the Parkway, Center City Philadelphia, PA. Sunday, October 4, 2009, Pulaski Parade steps off at 12:30 P.M. from 20th and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Free seating at Logan Circle in the area of television coverage on WPVI TV-6. For more information about the 2009 Pulaski Day Parade, call the Polish American Congress office in Philadelphia at (215) 739-3408, Monday through Friday between 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. For additional information, visit PolishAmericanCongress.com.

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Pennsylvania Grand Canyon Adventure With The Happy Travelers The Happy Travelers will be traveling on an exciting 3-day trip to see the beautiful Pennsylvania Grand Canyon on September 18 - 20, 2009. The day will begin with departure at 10:30 A.M. from Thompson Street and Allegheny Avenue in the Port Richmond section of Philadelphia on a Safety Tour Motorcoach. The trip will include a guided tour of the PA State Capitol Building in Register to Vote Harrisburg led by a Capitol Building tour guide; lunch in Strawberry Square; a visit to Shade April 20, 2009, is the last day for Pennsylvania voters to register Mountain Winery in the Penns Creek area for a wine tasting; to vote in the Municipal Primary Election that will take place on guided tour of Lewisburg & Bucknell University; Lewisburg Federal Tuesday, May 19, 2009. Penitentiary where Jimmy Hoffa and Al Capone did time; dinner at If you need a mail-in Voter Registration Form application, call the the Herdic House Restaurant in Williamsport to enjoy a hot served Polish American Congress office in Philadelphia, Monday through gourmet dinner, and finally check-in at the Best Western Hotel in Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., and an application will be sent Williamsport for a good night’s rest. On Saturday, after a continental to you. Call 215-739-3408. breakfast, a guide will join us for a 1-1/2 hour ride on the Tioga Central Railroad to Hammond Lake; a visit to Wellsboro; and the PA Grand Canyon Overlook in Ansonia; a 2-hour covered wagon ride Sunnybrook Foundation into the PA Grand Canyon’s Upper Gorge along Pine Creek; buffet Presents dinner at the Antlers Inn in Ansonia and back to the hotel. The last exciting day begins with a continental breakfast; Mass at St. Polka Gala Lawrence Church; a costumed guide tour of historic Williamsport’s Sunnybrook Ballroom Millionaire Row and a narrated 1-hour riverboat Susquehanna River E. High St. & Sunnybrook Road, Cruise. With lots of memories and fun, the Happy Travelers will Pottstown, PA 19464 finally return to Philadelphia late Sunday afternoon. Sunday, May 3, 2009 • 12 Noon - 8 P.M. For more information on this exciting 3-day trip, contact Theresa Dance to the music of Romanowski at 215-922-1700 (day) or in the evening at Rhythm & Music-Janet & John O’Such 215-423-8854. 12 Noon to 2 P.M. Lenny Gomulka & Chicago Push and Polka Family Special Greetings from 2 P.M. to 8 P.M. Cash Bar - Food Available - No BYOB - No BYOF Richard L. Krzyzanowski, Esq. For tickets call Janet O’Such 610-326-2915 Krzyzanowski Foundation or Dolores Taras 610-779-4329 April / May, 2009, Polish American News - Page 16 Bulletin Board The Polish American Congress Encourages All to Support Our Area Activities!

Thursday, April 2 - Memorial Tribute Mass, Fourth Anniversary Sunday, May 3 - Janosik Polish Dance Ensemble Polish Folk of the death of Pope John Paul The Great, St. Adalbert Church, Dance Party, Professional Dance Academy of Montgomery County, Thompson Street and Allegheny Avenue, Port Richmond section 706 Lincoln Avenue, Willow Grove, PA 19090, 1 P.M. There will be of Philadelphia, 7 P.M. Info call Polish American Congress lessons and demonstrations, picnic refreshments, and fashion 215-739-3408. show of traditional costumes. Fun for all ages - free admission. Saturday, April 4 - Polka Party, Associated Polish Home Ballroom, Info call 610-688-4061 or visit www.janosikdancers.org and 9150 Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia, 7 to 11 P.M. click on “News”. Music by Our Gang Band. Info call Debbie Majka Sunday, May 3 - Polish Army Veterans Association, Post 12 215-627-1391. “Poppies Day.” Will be outside all Polish Parishes. Donations Sunday, April 5 - Andrzej Wajda’s Film “Katyn”, Associated Polish to benefit disabled Polish Army Veterans. Home Ballroom, 9150 Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia, Monday, May 4 - Polish Constitution Day Commemorative 2 P.M. Free admission. Info call Debbie Majka 215-627-1391. Program, Historical 1724 Court House, Avenue of the States, Monday, April 13 - Second Street Polish Society Dyngus Day Chester, PA, 9:30 A.M., sponsored by the Council of United Polish Party, Store House Pub, 4th & Ritner Streets, South Philadelphia, Societies. Info call Judy Kucinski 610-494-5675. 5 to 9 P.M. Polish music, food. Info/reservations call Buddy Sunday, May 17 - Polka Dance, Thaddeus Kosciuszko Club (TK), Zarnowski 215-783-1109. East Hector and Apple Streets, Conshohocken, PA. Music by Jolly Friday, April 17 - Polish Heritage Society of Philadelphia Chopin Joe & the Bavarians Band , 3 to 7 P.M. Free parking. Info call Concert, Settlement Music School, 4th & Christian Streets, South 610-828-9352. Philadelphia, 7 P.M. Featuring Julia Kociuban, the 2008 Warsaw Sunday, May 17 - Annual Members Dinner Dance, Associated Chopin Piano Competition winner. Reception. Info/reservations Polish Home Ballroom, 9150 Academy Road, Northeast call 215-627-1391. Philadelphia, 2 to 6 P.M. Music by Music Box Band. Info call Saturday, April 18 - St. Laurentius Ladies Guild Spaghetti Polish Home 215-624-9954 or Debbie Majka 215-627-1391. Dinner, Church Hall, Memphis & Berks Streets, Fishtown section, Monday, May 25 - Memorial Day Picnic, Associated Polish Home, 3:30 to 7:30 P.M. Info call Linda 215-694-6001. 9150 Academy Road, Northeast Philadelphia, 1 P.M. Music by Saturday, April 18 - St. Josaphat Night At The Races, Church Shoreliners Band. Info call 215-624-9954. Hall, 124 Cotton Street, Manayunk section of Philadelphia, Sunday, June 7 - Annual Polish Parish Festival, St. Mary’s 6:30 P.M. Info call Joe 215-858-0473. Church, 250 S. 12th Street, Reading, PA., 10 A.M. to 3 P.M. Music Saturday, April 18 - 18th Annual International Spring Festival, by Melody Kings Band. Polish food, games, and much more. North Penn High School, Valley Forge Road & Sumneytown Rain or Shine. Info call Shelly 610-376-6321. Pike, Lansdale, PA, 11 A.M. to 5 P.M. Food vendors, international Sunday, June 14 - Annual Polish Festival, St. Mary’s Parish, Oak displays, live entertainment, activities for children and much & Hector Streets, Conshohocken, PA, 12 Noon to 7 P.M. Music by more. Info call Lansdale Public Library 215-855-3228. Johnny O’Such Band. Polish Kitchen, games & much more. Info Free admission. Everyone invited. call 610-828-0260. Saturday, April 18 - Sacred Heart Parish Swieconka Dinner Dance, School Cafeteria, 4th & Jefferson Streets, Swedesburg, Country & Ballroom Dancing Held at PA, 6 to 11 P.M. Music by Goldentones Polka Band. Ticket price includes dinner, beer and soda. BYOB. No tickets sold at the Associated Polish Home door. Ticket deadline is Wednesday, April 15. Info call Anthony or Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road in Northeast Kathy Boccella 610-539-3699. Philadelphia, PA, holds country dancing on Mondays from 7 to 10:30 P.M. and ballroom dancing on Wednesdays from 8 to 11 P.M. Sunday, April 19 - Polka Dance, Thaddeus Kosciuszko Club (TK), East Hector and Apple Streets, Conshohocken, PA. Music For more information call 215-624-9954. by Naturalistix Band, 3 to 7 P.M. Free parking. Info call 610-828-9352. Sunday, April 19 - Polski Uniwersytet Ludowy Lecture, in the $2009 Raffle Update Polish language, Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road, Tickets for the $2009 Raffle Drawing, sponsored by the Polish Northeast Philadelphia, 3 P.M. Speakers: Franciszek Herzog, American Cultural Center Museum Volunteers, are available at the Jagoda Rojek, and Stanislaw Rzeznik. Topic: “Polskie Harcerstwo Museum’s Gift Shop at 308 Walnut Street in historic Philadelphia. i Amerykanski Scouting .” Info call 610-532-2422 or The Drawing will take place on Wednesday, April 15th at 3 P.M. 215-624-9954. All are invited to attend. Free. in the Museum Exhibit Hall. Proceeds benefit the Museum’s Sunday, April 19 - Berks County Polish American Board of programs. Education Scholarship Banquet, Reading Country Club, Exeter There is a Raffle Order Form on the front page of the Museum’s Township, cocktails 4 P.M., dinner 5 P.M. Music by Janet & Internet site at: PolishAmericaCenter.com - tickets are also John O’Such of Rhythm and Music Band. Featured speaker available at the Museum’s Gift Shop. For more info call Brigadier General John L. Gronski, Assistant Adjutant General, (215) 922-1700. Pennsylvania Army National Guard. Info/reservations call The Museum’s Volunteers extend a special thank you to all who Helen Nowotarski 610-777-4598. already responded. Your participation is appreciated. Good luck Sunday, April 19 - Polka Dance, Polish American Citizens on April 15th. Association, Champagne Room, 65-67 Marple Avenue, Clifton Heights, PA. Music by Rick Gazda Band, 3 to 7 P.M. Info call John Oleykowski 610-622-6121. The Board of the Polish American Congress welcomes all proud Polish Americans to join the PAC Saturday, April 25 - The Polish Arts Club of Trenton 63rd Annual Polonaise Ball & Scholarship Awards Dinner, Trenton Polish American Congress Country Club, Sullivan Way,West Trenton, NJ, cocktails 6 P.M., District Membership dinner 7 P.M. Music by Dennis Ostopowicz Orchestra. This year 2009 (For New Members) 2009 Honoree - Stephanie Winowicz. Info/reservations call John Bogdan 609-396-0312. Name ______Sunday, April 26 - St. Joseph Church, Camden, Swieconka Luncheon, Vitarelli’s, 902 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn, NJ, 12 Noon. Address ______Deadline for tickets April 14. Info/reservations call George 856-962-7551. City ______State ______Zip ______Sunday, April 26 - Polish American Heitage Association Polka Email ______Dance, featuring The Eddie Forman Orchestra, Gilbertsville Fire Company Ballroom (One mile East of Boyertown, PA on Route 73), Please Check One: 1545 East Philadelphia Avenue, 2 to 6 P.M. No BYOB or BYOF. Individual Membership $25.00 ____ Family Membership $30.00 ____ Info/tickets call Dottie 610-374-5446. I understand membership will include a one-year subscription to the Saturday, May 2 - Polish Constitution Day Commemoration, Polish American News. Polish American Cultural Center Museum, 308 Walnut Street, Please return the above form with your payment. historic Philadelphia, 1 P.M. New exhibits highlighting May 3rd A membership card will be sent to you promptly. Constitution. Refreshments available. Free. Info call Polish American Congress 215-922-1700. 308 Walnut Street Sunday, May 3 - Polish American Congress Polish Constitution Philadelphia, PA 19106 Day Mass and Youth Program, National Shrine of Our Lady of For more information call the PAC at (215) 739-3408 Czestochowa, Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA. Mass, 12:30 P.M., Internet: PolishAmericanCongress.com Youth Program, 2:30 P.M. Info call 215-739-3408.