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EASTER (THE GREAT NIGHT) IN OLD POLAND • MIXING UP YOUR ŚWIĘCONE MENU • ŚWIĘCONKA AND DYNGUS DAY KARSKI’S LIFE TOLD IN ILLUSTRATION • STUDY IN POLAND THIS SUMMER • PAHA 2016 AWARDEES NAMED DEPUTY FOREIGN MINISTER VISITS STATES • END OF AN ERA IN TOLEDO’S POLISH VILLAGE • KUBIAK’S SUPERBOWL He Is Risen! Alleluia! Alleluia! Wałęsa

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fM SAYS POLAnd nEEdS u.S. SuPPORT (RADIO Under Attack POLSKIE) Poland’s new Law and Justice government Backers insist the needs the support of the U.S. and other NATO allies as it Solidarity legend must presses for a beefed up presence by the military alliance not be tarnished on its eastern fl ank, Polish Foreign Minister Witold Waszc- zykowski said. Detractors say Poles In a piece published by the New York Times on its edi- have a right to know torial pages, Waszczykowski said: “Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, Poland’s eastern neighbour, is a problem” historical truth. for both and Washington. by Robert Strybel With Poland preparing to host a NATO summit in July, WARSAW–Former Soli- Waszczykowski reiterated Warsaw’s calls for a permanent darity leader and Polish presence by the military alliance in Poland. president Lech Wałęsa again “Only a meaningful forward presence — including in- soared into world headlines frastructure, military ground units and advanced defense recently over allegations that systems — can give Poland and other allies in the region he had collaborated with Po- the level of security we need,” the Polish foreign minister land’s communist-era secret said in his article. police. Such suspicions have “Such a presence isn’t a radical departure — NATO has circulated for decades, and already conducted exercises and pre-positioned equipment on more than one occasion and vehicles in several Eastern European states,” he added. he himself had admitted to “But we need the to go further, to take “signing something” just to the lead in making a forward presence on NATO’s eastern get secret-police investiga- fl ank a multinational endeavor.” WHEN THE SABBATH WAS OVER, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Sa- tors off his back. lome bought spices so that they might go to anoint Jesus’ body. Very early on the fi rst day This time, however, the KAPuSCinSKA EndS HER ASSignMEnT. Paulina of the week, just after sunrise, they were on their way to the tomb and they asked each National Remembrance In- Kapuścińska, Consul General of Poland in , an- other, “Who will roll the stone away from the entrance of the tomb?” stitute (IPN), a body that in- nounced to her Midwest constituents But when they looked up, they saw that the stone, which was very large, had been rolled vestigates crimes against the that on January 30, 2016, her diplo- away. As they entered the tomb, they saw a young man dressed in a white robe sitting on Polish nation, produced fairly matic assignment has been complet- the right side, and they were alarmed. convincing evidence that be- ed. She thanked the Polish, Polish “Don’t be alarmed,” he said. “You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified. tween 1971 and 1976 Wałęsa American, and non-Polish commu- He has risen! He is not here. See the place where they laid him. But go, tell his disciples and had been a paid secret-police nities for three years of support, co- Peter, ‘He is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him, just as he told you.’” informer codenamed Bolek. operation, and enthusiasm in being (Mark 16:1-7). See “Wałęsa ...,” page 6 American partners with Poland. She emphasized her satisfaction that proj- MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING ects that she promoted were success- fully accomplished with her American partners. As of now, Blessing Baskets at the a new Consul General of Poland in Chicago has not been BBC Sensationalizes named. (GBC) Lord’s Tomb — Why? PHOTO: PAP / WOJCIECH PACEWICZ PAP / PHOTO: WOJCIECH Longtime Friendship inCREASES PRESEnCE. NATO Secretary General Jens VATICAN CITY (CNA/EWTN NEWS ) — Stoltenberg said that defense ministers are expected to Experts and friends of Pope St. John Paul II re- agree to beef up the military alliance’s presence on its east- sponded quickly to a BBC promotion of a docu- ern fl ank, Poland’s PAP agency reported. mentary about his friendship with Polish-born “Effective deterrence and defense requires both forward female philosopher Anna-Te- presence of Allied forces, and our ability to reinforce them resa Tymieniecka — ques- quickly,” said Stoltenberg. tioning some of the por- Beefi ng up NATO in Central and Eastern is trayals of their friendship a key goal for Poland, which considers Russia, its giant and outright dismissing neighbor to the east, a major potential threat to its security. others. Warsaw is to host a NATO summit July 8-9. “John Paul II’s friend- ship with her was neither dEMOCRACY PROBE undERwAY. The head of the secret nor extraordinary,” said Venice Commission has met with Polish president Andrzej Poland’s national library, Duda and members of the judiciary to probe the state of FROM THE SAME CLOTH. Though we may be generations away from which hosts Tymieniec- democracy in the country. our ancestral roots in Poland, we share the spirituality and customs of ka’s letters from the Gianni Buquicchio, the president of the Venice Com- Easter in the same fashion. The above photo — taken in the Cathedral of Pope. mission — the Council of Europe’s human-rights organi- St. John the Baptist in Lublin — could be used to described Holy Satur- “The state- zation — met Polish President to discuss a day blessings Polish church in the United States, Canada, or elsewhere ments made in decision to elect new members to Poland’s Constitutional outside of Poland. the media have no Tribunal. basis in the con- by Rev. Dr. Czesław M. Krysa pianos or radios, today iPads and en- In the wake of a BBC docu- “It was a very good, substantive meeting between two tent of the letters Recall now, the church or place tertaining smart phones lie dormant. mentary, the Vatican, Po- lawyers,” said a spokesman for the presidential offi ce, of John Paul II to to which you take your family for The mouth of God has been shut by land’s National Library, the Marek Magierkowski, following the meeting. Anna-Teresa Ty- the Easter blessing. If you at- executioners and sealed in a tomb. Pope’s biographer and oth- Buquicchio praised the decision of Polish Foreign Min- mieniecka, which tend a PolAm Church, most likely All creation weeps silently, gath- ers speak out in his defense. ister Witold Waszczykowski, who invited representatives are in the National there is a devotional depiction of ering at the Lord’s Tomb in a holy of the Commission to Poland, Magierkowski said. He Library of Poland’s archives,” the library said, the Lord, buried in a Garden Tomb vigil before the Resurrection. added that the fi ndings of the Venice Commission are not according to Agence France Presse. nearby, covered with exuberant pot- Yes, the Son of God who spoke binding. On Feb. 15, BBC News discussed letters and The European Commission launched an inquiry into ted spring fl owers, and branches, Gospel, Good News, is clamped various meetings between the Pope and Tymien- whether Poland is upholding the principle of the rule of where families kneel and light vigil shut by death. As Isaiah the prophet iecka, saying that the letters showed a close rela- law and whether controversial legislation pushed through candles. proclaimed: like a lamb led to the by the country’s new Law and Justice (PiS) government In Polish spirituality, Holy Satur- slaughter, he opened not his mouth. tionship. The BBC story said there is no sugges- violates EU standards. day is the quietest day of the year, Every shepherd in the Middle East tion the Pope “broke his vow of celibacy.” both in church and at home. Once See “Blessing Baskets,” page 5 See “Longtime Friendship,” page 6 2 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MARCH 2016

ALMANAC VIEWPOINTS Going, Going ... Follow us on Facebook or visit us on the internet at: Wesołego Alleluja! polamjournal.com When it comes to childhood, most possible to push Christ out of Christ- people have vivid memories of certain mas, focusing on the presents, parties, March Q Marzec events and, among them, undoubtedly, and “festivity” to the exclusion of the “We have a large public that is are Christmas and Easter. Traditions “reason for the season.” very ignorant about public affairs and practices cultivated in one’s early and very susceptible to simplistic years have tremendous staying power, ... don’t go gently into slogans by candidates who appear keeping us young long after the mirror that night of secularism. out of nowhere, have no track re- tells us otherwise. Celebrate Easter! Celebrate cord, but mouth appealing slogans” For those who grew up in Polish the Resurrection of Jesus. — Zbigniew Brzeziński or Polish American homes, those two (born March 28, 1928). feasts were characterized by special It’s harder to do that to Easter, which is probably why it’s typically 1 1634. Polish King Wladyslaw traditions and activities. The customs IV beats the Russians in the of Holy Week, the special flower and secularized by being ignored. Luckily, Smolensk War, a two-year con- pussy willow palms, the traditions of it always falls on Sunday, so it never flict fought between the Polish- the Paschal Triduum, the baking, the confronts us with a holiday in the Lithuanian Commonwealth and decorated “graves” of Christ in church- middle of the week. And how many of Russia. es, making pisanki, the Easter Mass, your children get time off from school, 2 1864. Abolition of serfdom in and święconka breakfast are all parts of not for “Easter vacation” but “spring BUFFALO, N.Y. — Soup chef Teddy Seternus shows the last Poland. the Polish Easter tradition. break?” Manipulating the terms can ladle of his popular Kapuśniak, at Corpus Christi Church’s Pączki, 3 1996. Death of Cardinal John This year, make some memories for make it sound so innocuous. Zupa and Chruściki Party, held January 31 at the social center. Krol, Archbishop of Philadel- your family, your children and grand- So don’t go gently into that night of The event helped to raise funds for the historic parish’s annual utility phia, first Polish American Car- children. Set out to observe some of secularism. Celebrate Easter! Celebrate bill, which typically reaches $60,000. dinal. The festival featured two homemade soups — Krupnik and 4 ST. CASIMIR those traditions. Learn how to make the Resurrection of Jesus. Celebrate 5 1940. Stalin signs order for Polish palms and Easter eggs. Prepare your cultural heritage and, where ap- Kapuśniak — which sold out, as did kanapki (Polish open-faced Katyn Forest Massacre. an Easter basket to bring to church for plicable, your religious identity. And, sandwiches), and 250 pączki brought from a Polish bakery in Canada. 6 1745. Birth, in Mazowia, Poland, blessing on Holy Saturday. Maybe find if that identity has been neglected, now January 31 also marked the last Sunday in the Polish tradition of of Casimir Pulaski, American a Polish parish where you can share is a great time to pick yourself up and celebrating Christmas until February 2. Fr. Michał Czyżewski pre- Revolutionary War hero, and some of these traditions. They may not start anew. Think of it as your spiritual sented prizes to young people who made creches. father of the American Cavalry. show it now, but your family will grate- resurrection. To make a donations to the Corpus Christi Fuel, please send a 7 966. Mieszko I, Duke of Poland, fully remember the effort you put into Wesołego Alleluja! check to the church at 199 Clark St., Buffalo, NY 14212. accepts Christianity. doing so. 9 1497. Nicholas Copernicus (1473-1543), makes first record- Easter is, of course, more than just ed astronomical observation. customs. As St. Paul reminds us, Easter OLS to Host Celebration of Poland’s Anniversary of Christianity 13 1943. Germans close the Kra- is the central act of the Christian : ORCHARD LAKE, Mich. — faith helped the Poles endure years and providence, are the recipients kow ghetto. without Easter, being Christian is just This year marks the 1,050th an- of war, totalitarian oppression of that 1,050-year faith tradition,” 16 1964. Birth of Gore Verbinski, plain foolish. niversary of Poland’s Christianity. and martial law. Even in the last said Monsignor Thomas C. Machal- American film director and writ- That’s why we encourage you to er, best known for directing the It began in 966 with the baptism 50 years, Poland has experienced ski, Jr., Chancellor-Rector, Orchard keep Christmas and Easter, not just for of Mieszko I, Poland’s first his- monumental change. Lake Schools. first three “Pirates of the Carib- the traditions, but as part of your Chris- bean” films and “The Ring.” In torically known king. At that time, “The gift of faith has been On June 22, 2016, the anniver- tian identity. Christmas has already Christianity was accepted as the passed from one generation to sary celebration will commence on addition to movies, he has also been tamed by secularity: it’s quite directed numerous music vid- of the Polish nation. This the next and we, by God’s grace the grounds of the Orchard Lake eos. Schools. Invited guests include the 17 1921. Adoption of Poland’s Papal Nuncio and Primate of Po- March Constitution land; all the Polish-American Bish- 19 St. Joseph ops; the president, vice president, 20 Palm Sunday secretary-general and Episcopal Niedziela Palmowa. This feastday, commemorating Jesus’ delegate for Poles in the Diaspora triumphal ride into Jerusalem, of the Polish Episcopal Confer- marks the start of Holy Week ence and all members of Polonia (Wielki Tydzień) and palms are throughout the United States. Plans blessed at church on the oc- are also underway for Archbishop casion. In Poland, the “palms” Allen Vigneron, by official decree, are usually pussywillows in- to name the Orchard Lake Schools tertwined with evergreens and the Archdiocesan Shrine of St. John various rod-type bouquets wo- Paul II. ven from dried herbs and wild- This historical and spiritual flowers. 21 1547. Matthew Stryjkovski (d. event, cosponsored by the National c1592), the 1st author of a print- Polish Apostolate, the Orchard Lake ed history of Lithuania, born in Schools and the Polish American Strykow, Poland. ’ Association, will begin with 23 1891. Death of Fr. Leopold Moc- a Mass and general procession for zygemba in Detroit, Franciscan all. Guests are invited to come in who founded the first Polish their native costume with their so- Church in the United States in ciety’s banner as a celebration of Panna Maria, Texas. national pride. 24 Holy Thursday For more information, call or

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Blessing Baskets at the Lord’s Tomb — Why? Happy Easter! continued from cover knows that the ranting and raving, baaa-ing male sheep Polish American are cowards. They create a scene and make noise when danger approaches, failing to protect their ewe, and Pulaski Association their baby lambs. 4616 Darlington Rd. The silent ram symbolizes masculine strength, a de- fense to the death of their young, and the silent victor. Holiday, Florida The Paschal Lamb of ancient Christian art, as well as (727) 848-7826 the centerpiece of the Polish Easter Table, is a ram with a red and white cross, emblazoned: aThis is why alt Fridays — Dinner and Dancing 4:00-8:30 p.m. This is the exact opposite of the commercialized fuzzy, cutesy bunny or vernal rodent. Sundays — Dinner and Dancing 1:00-6:00 p.m. The silent strength of the condemned Jesus is rooted Polka and American Music in a confident trust in his Father’s love, never to aban- don his Son, even when publicly rejected by his own people. Death seals the lips that proclaimed forgive- ness, and ceases the freedom that healed and comforted, Weso³ego Alleluja! and fed thousands. Death closes his mouth, but is not victorious, for the Lamb of God, who takes away the POLISH sins of the world, tramples death by his death, and rises forever only to welcome us to his new wedding feast PEDDLER (Rv 19:9)─the Easter Eucharist, reaching the family in CHET and blessed Resurrection feast or święconka. Yet another holy meal, as on Christmas Eve, of the Polish family or VIRGINIA LUTY domestic church. Medina, Ohio However, the fundamental uniqueness of the Polish family Food Blessing is that it takes place at a Garden Tomb. Roman Catholic rituals for the blessing, used in Chet Luty (left) and friend Poland, all exhort those who presented the fruits of their Richard Mikolajczyk Lenten Fast in food baskets to visit the Lord’s Tomb prepare for Swieconka (Boży Grób) and adore the Lord often present there in “Second Baskets for the Needy” placed near the Lord’s — the blessing of the Blessed Sacrament. Tomb. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish, Wyandotte, Mich. at St. Hyacinth’s Church in Cleveland, Ohio, Here lies the two-fold secret of Poland’s the dead, our First Ancestor in the faith, and honors him about 1940. unique spirituality: Keeping a prayer vigil at the Tomb, who, in turn, gives life to all. Hence, the profound rea- we remember those who taught us how to prepare our son to pray before his Tomb on Holy Saturday for your baskets and take them to church on Holy Saturday. Es- beloved deceased. Zdrowych i wesołych pecially if they are deceased, we pray, that buried with The second unique feature of our Polish faith heri- Św. Wielkanocnych Jesus in Baptism and the death of the grave, they also tage is that these foods were shared with the needy and oraz mokrego Dyngusa rise with him eternally. Pray for your deceased fam- poor. Polish solidarity with the underdog, (consider žyczy Poloni ily members at Jesus’ Holy Saturday Tomb, especially the Worrying Christ figures of Chrystus Frasobliwy), when you still feel the pain of their loss. Pray that they extends to those that society rejects and marginalizes. share the Victor Ram’s everlasting resurrection. Blessing baskets carry the fruit of your family’s Lenten Pulaski Association Blessing and consuming of symbolic Easter foods fast, and in some manner must be shared with those of Professional is a pre-Christian memorial meal for the ancestors. An- who personally today share in Jesus’ lot, for whom fast- & businessmen, INC. ing and want is not a choice, but a way of life. PASCHAL LAMB BASKET COVER. St. Casimir This is why altar servers in Poland sell Lambs, 519 Leonard St., Brooklyn, NY 11222 Church is offering a limited edition, heirloom Easter Easter Palms, etc., and collect the proceeds for children www.pulaskiassociation.com Basket cloth (16”x28”), bedecked with Victorious summer camps for low-income families. The Arch- Paschal Lamb, silk screened myrtle greens, spring of Kraków blesses an Easter Table extending flowers, pussy willows, ancient Polish pisanki de- the length of the medieval square for the homeless and Easter Greetings from signs from Fr. Krysa’s 3,000 written egg collection, those without work, sponsored by the restaurants of the and emblazoned royal city. Polish homespun spirituality recognizes Je- The District 7 Choruses of the with the say- sus’ rejection in their plight and actively responds to Polish Singers Alliance of America ing: “Gathering the one in need with the belief: Whatsoever you do to the Fruits of the the least of my people that you do onto me (Mt 25:40). • CHOPIN #182 (Passaic, N.J.) • ARIA #303 (Wallington, N.J.) Lenten Fast for Therefore, for a full Polish święconka celebration, • JUTRZENKA #226 • MARCELLA KOCHANSKA the blessing, the find a PolAm Church nearby or search for one farther (S. Brooklyn, N.Y.) SEMBRICH FEMALE CHORUS Family Resur- away. Make a Holy Saturday pilgrimage with your fam- • OGINSKI #283 (Hempstead, N.Y.) #321 (Philadelphia) ily during this Year of Mercy, to pray before the Lord’s • POLONIA PADEREWSKI #287 & • HEJNAL #323 (Greenpoint / rection Feast #311 (New Britain, Conn.) Brooklyn, N.Y.) and the needy.” Tomb for your beloved family members who have While supplies passed away. Donate the fruits of your Lenten fasting Looking forward to our last. Mail $30 in kind, for a local food bank or church food pantry. plus $3 postage Recognize Jesus walking among us and then, welcome 65th District VII Convention to The Church of him, the Risen, Victorious Lord to your family’s Resur- hosted by JUTRZENKA #226 in St. Casimir, 160 Cable St., Buffalo, NY 14206. Attn: rection Feast, as you share the blessed egg: Chrystus South Brooklyn, N.Y. on May 21, 2016. Heirloom Basket Cover. Orders will be processed by zmartwychwstał! Christ is risen! March 15, 2016. It also makes an excellent shower v v v Gora Piesn Polska! Rev. Dr. Czesław M. Krysa is Rector of The Church or wedding gift. Visit: polishsingersalliance.org of St. Casimir, Prince of the Poor, in Buffalo, N.Y. He is cients placed leftovers overnight on the family table or a well-known ethnographer, and the respected author For information call (201) 681-7980 or (917) 288-9261 threshold or even cemetery, believing the spirits of de- of many works, including A Polish Christmas Eve, and Yaga Chudy — President ceased returned home for “refreshment” in their deathly — most recently — Polish American Heritage Hymns: Izabella Kobus Salkin — Acting District Choral Director fate. Polish Catholicism looks to Jesus, the firstborn of Spirituality in Song and Ritual.  Easter Greetings Happy Easter to All Polonia from the  from General Pulaski Memorial THE CLEVELAND Parade Committee, Inc. SOCIETY OF POLES You are cordially invited to march with us at the 79th Annual General Pulaski Memorial Parade To promote and Preserve the Language, Culture and Traditions of Poland and to Serve our Society and on Sunday, October 2nd, 2016 the Polish-American Community. starting at 12:30 p.m. Activities include monthly membership dinner meetings with Join Honored President Richard D. speakers and the Polish Heritage Award (Good Joe) Banquet Zawisny and our 2016 Grand Marshal Officers Dr. Donna M. Koch-Kapturski and Dennis Galicki, President Walter Borkowski, Rec. Sec. all of the 2016 Contingent Marshals Carol Stafinski, V.P Kevin Mousty, Sergeant at Arms and the young ladies serving as DAVID Allan Szuflada, Fin. Sec. Robert Rybka, Advocate Miss Polonia of their contingents Francis Rutkowski, Treas. Rev. Eric Orzech, Chaplain FRANCZYK marching up Fifth Avenue for the Trustees Celebration of Polonia and the  Mark Relovsky, Thomas Chalasinski, Richard Zysko Greatest Revolution War Hero,  For information about CSOP contact: General Casimir Pulaski [email protected] www.pulaskiparade.org 6 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MARCH 2016 Deputy Foreign Minister Dziedziczak Visits States End of an Era in Toledo’s Polish Village P

hoto TOLEDO — Toledo Catholic both financially and through daily by Richard Poremski goals, namely, “the best interests “The U.S. is our strategic partner Diocese Bishop Daniel E. Thomas care and maintenance.” Retired Fr.

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ichard announced St. Hedwig Church will Paul Kwiatkowski was St. Hedwig his week-long visit to the United ting all our efforts for the common guarantees our security” lose its consecration. pastor from 1984 to 1994. He real- States, Secretary of State and Depu- good.” P St. Hedwig is the original Polish izes the structural problems and the ty Foreign Minister Jan Dziedziczak He urged Polish Americans to be WELCOMED IN NEW YORK, CHI- oremski church in the diocese, and a fixture cost to overcome them made this was the guest of honor at an Embas- Poland’s ambassadors and lobby- CAGO. Other cities on Dziedzic- in the Polish Village for decades. decree inevitable. sy of the Republic of Poland recep- ists, and to work actively to rectify zak’s itinerary included New York The final regular mass was held “Oh, very sad. We knew it was tion, on February 3, 2016, hosted by false information about Poland, es- City and Chicago. He managed to there on August 26, 2012. Emo- coming, especially as shingles start- Ambassador Ryszard Schnepf. pecially in the context of World War meet with scores of Polonia’s lead- tions ran high on that day, but St. ed coming down from the roof and The Ministry of Foreign Affairs II. ers and members, its clergy, and Hedwig was still available for they had to block off the passage- is charged with Poland’s interna- He also declared that Poland’s was welcomed by elected officials weddings and funerals, even way, so people, for their safety.” tional diplomacy as well as main- partnership with the international wherever he went. Visits to vari- though parishioners had merged Kwiatkowski said. “And you taining and fostering ties with the Polish communities is key for the ous mainline Polish institutions and with St. Adalbert parish four know in a way, it’s good to sizable worldwide Polish diaspora. mission of the Ministry of Foreign monuments were deemed an impor- years earlier. know for sure because people Dziedziczak was very eager to meet Affairs. tant component of his journey. In a statement on are wondering, ‘Should with the broad spectrum of the lead- On Capitol Hill, Dziedziczak It was a seven-day whirlwind this past January 25, we get a committee to ers, members and notables of Polo- met with U.S. Assistant Secretary of tour for Dziedziczak, but he ably Bishop Thomas said raise funds or what nia present. He was gregarious and State for Europe, Victoria Nuland, managed to reap a harvest of good St. Hedwig has re- should we do?’ Now very generous with his time, speak- and the bi-partisan Congressional will and continued critical sup- mained unused we know for sure.” ing at length to individuals and for any purpose, The Bishop said groups about their concerns, ideas, reception with Polonia. Deputy Foreign Minister Jan Dziedzic- including divine the Decree of Rel- suggestions, questions, etc., all in zak (right) and host, Ambassador Ryszard Schnepf, share a light moment worship and other egation means the the spirit and synergy of contin- with the audience at the Polish Embassy during the Minister’s official liturgical purpos- sacred building ued bilateral co-operation between visit to Washington. es, since July of will formally lose Poland and America. He was espe- 2014. its consecration cially taken and impressed by two Caucus on Poland. port for Poland. Much to his credit, “The parish requested in 2015 and according to canon (church) groups of students from George- The Warsaw NATO summit America and its Polonia actively that a decree of relegation be issued. law, this allows for items in the town University and American Uni- in July, and plans to strengthen responded to him with their admira- The upkeep of St. Hedwig church building to be used elsewhere and versity who are invested in Polish NATO’s eastern flank, as well as the tion and affirmation in many differ- has become onerous, presenting a allows for the chance that the build- Studies. reinforcement of Polish American ent respects. It was a real win-win variety of challenges to the parish, ing could now be sold. In his address to the American relations were all discussed. “Po- reciprocation for everyone in com- Polonia, Dziedziczak said the Unit- land is a long standing and reliable munion with a most successful dip- ed States and Poland share the same ally of the United States,” he said. lomatic endeavor. Three Polish Tenors Delight Chicago P by Geraldine hoto

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You have prob- P CHICAGO — After visiting including the artyka New York and Washington, Jan Polish American ably heard of the Dziedziczak, secretary of state in Congress, the famous Three the Foreign Ministry for Parlia- Polish American Tenors: Luciano mentary Affairs visited the Chi- Medical Soci- Pavarotti, Pacido cago area from February 4-6. He ety, and Polish- Domingo, and met with members of the Polish speaking Ameri- José Carreras, or and Polish American communi- can journalists. maybe the Three ties, as well as representatives of At St. Adal- Irish Tenors: Fin- Illinois. Dziedziczak’s first visit bert Cemetery bar Wright, An- was at the Thaddeus Kosciuszko in Niles, Illinois, thony Kearns, and Ronan Tynan. But what of the Three This event was the Paderewski monument on Chicago’s Solidarity D z i e d z i c z a k Symphony Orchestra’ s (PASO) Drive. There, along with Ambas- laid wreaths at Polish Tenors: Wojciech Sokol- Dziedziczak and Tinsley nicki, Miłosz Gałaj, and Mikołaj 10th Carnival Gala. The stage was sador Ryszard Schnepf and Consul the memorial also shared with WICI dancers and Chicago, Indiana. Tinsley is single- Adamczak? Robert Rusiecki, they laid flowers plaques com- the chorus of the PASO under the handedly repairing the bronze stat- On January 16, the Copernicus to commemorate the 270th birth- memorating the Katyń and Smo- direction of conductor, Wojciech ue of Thaddeus Kosciuszko. Last Center on Chicago’s northwest side day of the hero of two nations. lensk tragedies. He also paid a visit Niewrzoł. September, thieves “hacked off” was filled with singing enthusiasts He then met with Steve Koch, to The Polish Museum of America The two-hour concert included the statue at the feet in an attempt and classical music lovers. It pre- deputy mayor of Chicago, followed and the Polish Roman Catholic favorites, such as “O Sole Mio,” a to steal it and sell it for scrap met- sented an opportunity for the audi- by a meeting with Illinois Gover- Union of America. He also met Polish favorite, “Usta Milcą, Dusza al. Established in 1996, the Amicus ence to hear a repertoire of operetta nor Bruce Rauner. They discussed with students, teachers, and nuns at Śpiewa” (Lips Are Silent, Soul is Poloniae Award is bestowed by the arias and operatic music. prospects of additional economic Holy Trinity School. Singing), and “Time to Say Good- Polish Ambassador to the United The Polish tenors radiated a gen- and cultural cooperation between Dziedziczak completed his visit bye.” States to a citizen of the United uine charisma and passion, as well Illinois, Chicago, and Warsaw. An- with a trip to the consulate general The Paderewski Symphony Or- States for merits in the field of Pol- as a sense of humor. Their perfectly other agenda item was to rally sup- of Poland in Chicago. It was here chestra is a not-for-profit cultural ish American relations, especially blended voices moved the audience port for the inclusion of Polish vi- that Ryszard Schnepf, Polish Am- organization that continues to serve achievements that enhance Polish from roars of laughter to heartfelt sa-free travel to the United States. bassador to the United States, pre- Chicago audiences to promote dia- culture or sciences, or for promot- tears. They shared the stage with Meetings included representatives sented the Amicus Poloniae Award logue between the Polish Americans of Polish and Polish American to sculptor Barry Tinsley of East ing Poland. well-known Chicago-based so- pranos: Mirośława Sojka-Topór, and all other communities, and to Olga Bojovic, and Anna Siwiec- popularize Polish music and Polish Wałęsa Under Attack Sitkowska. artists in the United States. continued from cover The pledge, dated December 21st, 1970 states: “I un- The new evidence had come from the files of the late dertake to cooperate with the security service in uncov- Longtime Friendship ering and combating the enemies of the People’s Re- Czesław Kiszczak, the mastermind of the communist continued from cover life’s situation. This is the only key public of Poland.” It was signed: “Lech Wałęsa Bolek.” regime’s 1981 martial-law crackdown on Solidarity. The news story preceded the of interpretation of his exemplary His wife Maria offered to broadcast of a documentary on and holy life.” sell the Wałęsa files to the MIXED OPINIONS. Predictably, this controversy has the British television station BBC The friendship between St. John IPN for nearly $24,000, again polarized Polish public opinion. A survey con- One. Promotional material for the Paul II and Tymieniecka was well but instead the public ducted by pollster IBRIS asked Poles whether they show depicts its subject as “the known within John Paul II’s in- prosecutor and police thought Wałęsa had been a paid informer. Nearly 38% secret letters of John Paul II.” ner circle and outside of it. George raided the Kiszczak home answered in the affirmative, 28% disagreed, and over Greg Burke, vice director of the Weigel’s biography of John Paul and seized six boxes of il- 33% were undecided or had no opinion. Holy See Press Office, commented II, Witness to Hope, recounts that legally held documents. Supporters of the present conservative government on the broadcast Feb. 15. Tymienecka began writing letters In the latest round emphasize that Poles have a right to the full historical “With regard to a documentary to the prelate before he was pope, of the long-running de- truth. The anti-government opposition backs Wałęsa on the BBC, it comes as no great when he was known as Karol Woj- bate about his past, the and accuses his detractors of trying to tarnish his repu- revelation that Pope John Paul II tyla. The letters discussed his philo- 72-year-old Nobel Peace tation as a major player in the liberation of Eastern Eu- had deep friendships with a number sophical thoughts after the publica- laureate shot back: “You rope from communist rule. of people, men and women alike,” tion of his book The Acting Person. Wałęsa. Regardless of can’t change the facts with But middle-ground Poles point out that Wałęsa he said. “No one will be shocked by Msgr. Pawel Ptasznik, a Polish findings, his role in 1980 your lies, allegations and broke off his collaboration in 1976 and went on to lead that.” in the Vatican Secretariat of Gdańsk Shipyard strike falsifications.” the landmark 1980 Gdańsk Shipyard strike, which gave The report started Internet ru- State, was one of Pope John Paul started a revolution that Wałęsa had been arrest- rise to Solidarność, the Soviet bloc’s first independent mors of an affair, but the late Pope’s II’s close collaborators for 10 years. ended communist control ed in December 1970 for union. They also recall that the once all-powerful com- longtime secretary, countered these. He reflected on the correspondence of Poland, and brought his part in worker food- munist regime had ways of pressuring, intimidating and “Those who lived at John Paul between the Pope and Tymienecka. changes across Europe. price protests and spent blackmailing people, which few were able to withstand. II’s side know very well that there “Even when the philosophical four days in a communist jail. That was when he was However the controversy plays out, one thing seems is no space for malicious conspiracy debate was concluded, she kept on allegedly recruited. certain: it is not likely to go away or achieve national theories,” said Cardinal Stanislaw writing to Cardinal Karol Wojtyla Among the newly released documents is a handwrit- consensus in this highly polarized nation any time soon. Dziwisz. “He was free and trans- and then to Pope John Paul II. Since ten pledge to serve as an informer. Wałęsa has gone on And, since the death of Pope John Paul II in 2005, the parent; he lived with no complexes he was a very polite man, he used record as saying: “To get out of that place I would have former shipyard electrician will probably remain the because he was a very pure man, as to respond to every letter of hers he signed anything except betraying God and my country.” world’s best-known Pole. he respected every person in every received.” POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MARCH 2016 www.polamjournal.com 7

RELIGION / Benjamin Fiore, S.J. Holy Trinity Cathedral Celebrates 100th A Historic Prayer Service For the first time in some 500 of us.” years, Roman Catholic clergy Fifteen teens and six adult chap- joined their Anglican counterparts erones will take part in the trip along at a Vesper prayer service in Henry with some 150 from the rest of the VIII’s Chapel at Hampton Court in Diocese of Buffalo. Diane Czerniak London, England. John Studzinski added, “As a youth minister, I’m helped organized the service. He is hoping that all these young people an American-born and raised Brit- come back and share that energy ish investment banker and philan- here in our parish.” thropist and since 2006 has divided his time between London and New Statue of St. John Paul II York. Henry VIII broke with Roman Dedicated. A statue of St. John Catholicism over a dispute about his Paul II was installed atop a new co- planned divorce from his first wife. lumbarium at St. Adalbert’s Cem- He subsequently started the Church etery in Lancaster, N.Y. The colum- of England and persecution of Cath- barium is located on the shore of a olics in the British realm began. pond in a garden setting and will house 1,000 graves. Relics of St. Maximilian in . The rel- Holy Name Benefits Mem- ics of St. Maximilian Kolbe are on bers. Fr. Ray Zientara, direc- an eight-month tour of the United tor of the Diocesan Union of Holy States and Canada. Most stops will Name Societies in Buffalo, N.Y., be for two days or so. St. Maximil- noted that the main mission of the ian Kolbe died as a martyr of mercy Holy Name Society is to promote Concelebrates and altar servers of the Centennial Mass. Guests included guests included when he gave his own life to save devotion and reverence to the holy Bishop Peter Libasci of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Manchester, Suffragan Bishop Richard W. Lipka of the that of a married fellow prisoner Name of God and Jesus Christ and to Anglican Church of North America Missionary Diocese of All Saints, and Rt. Rev. Philip Raczka, Rector of the destined for death in Auschwitz help members grow in holiness and Annunciation Melkite Catholic Cathedral. concentration camp. Information obtain personal salvation. Members can grow in faith and spirituality as Sea of PNCC’s Eastern about the tour of the relics can be Diocese Completes found at Franciscan Friars Conven- well as receive graces and bless- tual in Ellicott City, Maryland. Jo- ings, enjoy fellowship, and share in Restoration seph Hamilton is spokesman for the riches of the Catholic Church. the tour and director of development As they become better Catholics, Recognized with City at the Franciscan friary. neighbors and citizens, Holy Name members practice corporal and spir- Landmark Award MURALS RESTORED, EX- itual works of mercy, a special focus by Greg Witul PLAINED. The murals in St. Jo- of the Year of mercy. MANCHESTER, N.H. — A cen- seph worship site of Holy Family Mass-Mob Welcomed at St. tury of faith, fifteen years of plan- of Jesus, Mary & Joseph Parish in Luke’s Mission of Mercy. ning, the guiding force of two com- Niagara Falls, N.Y. were completely mittees, and a year of restoration, redone. Fr. Duane Klizek, pastor of St. Luke’s Church in Buffalo, N.Y., culminated in the 100th anniversary the parish, commissioned Swiatek was rescued after its closure in 1993 and rededication of Holy Trinity Studios to do the restoration. In ad- by the charitable organization St. Cathedral of Manchester. The See dition, Fr. Klizek commissioned Luke’s Mission of Mercy, a social of the Polish National Catholic new canvasses and other painted service organization that provides Church’s Eastern Diocese for over imagery on the ceiling with the in- food, clothing, housing, and educa- 60 years, the history leading to this tention of making it “look like the tion for the destitute on Buffalo’s east Bishop Paul Sobiechowski rededicates the Cathedral. moment extends back to the heady Sistene Chapel.” After three years, side. Originally a Polish American days of the independent church floor could be refinished; ceramic chester, Suffragan Bishop Richard the completed work was blessed by church, built in 1928, David Topor, movement while the congregation tile aisles were added; all walls and W. Lipka of the Anglican Church Buffalo Diocese Bishop Richard a missionary at the organization, predates the Polish National Catho- ceilings were repainted and resten- of North America Missionary Dio- Malone. Fr. Klizek said that the called attention to the Our Lady of lic church in the area by 15 years. ciled; all statuary and Stations were cese of All Saints, and Rt. Rev. paintings were something done “for Częstochowa shrine and the image Initially established in 1915 as stripped, repaired and repainted; Philip Raczka, Rector of the Annun- the greater glory and honor of God.” of Jesus the Divine Mercy. David Marciniak, RN, provides on-site Holy Cross, an independent Ro- gold leaf was added to the three al- ciation Melkite Catholic Cathedral. Team Pierogi in Action. At nursing care and care management man Catholic Church, the parish tars to accent the ornate carving of The banquet that followed included St. John Kanty Church in Buffalo, for St. Luke’s Good Shepherd Resi- attempted to work with the Roman 100 years ago.” proclamations from New Hamp- N.Y., a team of 20 women and men dence, one of the many services of- Catholic Diocese of Manchester to On the morning of October 17, shire Governor Maggie Hassan, began making pierogi in mid-Jan- fered through the Mission of Mercy. meet the needs of the Polish Catho- 2015, the centennial Mass for the Manchester Mayor Ted Gatsas and uary in preparation for sale during This was the 14th Mass Mob, which lics of the city. When that failed, and newly refurbished Holy Trinity was Congressman Frank Guinta. Lent. Last year, 11,000 pierogi were brings churchgoers from the whole internal dissent quelled, Holy Cross held. The ceremony began outside stuffed, boiled, frozen, and sold. area to Mass at distinctive but often was reorganized into Holy Trinity with a special consecration of the For all their hard work Diane Czajka supervises the pro- struggling churches. and joined the PNCC in January of cathedral by Bishop of the Eastern and dedication, the cathedral was cess and assigns new members to 1930. Since then it has been a cor- Diocese Paul Sobiechowski. Inside recognized by the Manchester His- the tasks. Everyone is welcome to Polish-English nerstone of Manchester’s Polonia Bishop Sobiechowski led the Mass toric Association with their 2015 join the team and learn the process. and has played a key role in Polish concelebrated with a number fel- Restoration of a City Landmark A second team makes placek which Translator National Catholic Church. In 1952, low priests and including Award. Congressman Guinta in- it was elevated to a cathedral with Prime Bishop, Rt. Rev. Anthony cluded this in his recognition of is also sold at the parish. Palm Sun- • official documents, letters, day is the last day when this year’s e-mails, etc. the installation of Rev. Joseph L. Mikovsky. Religious guests in- Holy Trinity Cathedral, which he pierogi and placek can be bought. • reasonable rates. Soltysiak to Bishop, and in 1967 the cluded Bishop Peter Libasci of the added to the Congressional Record • Fast, reliable service by e-mail parish hosted the Twelfth General Roman Catholic Diocese of Man- on October 21. Dancing for World Youth or regular mail. of the Polish National Catho- Day. St. John the Baptist parish in • Translation to/from other lic Church. languages available as well. Weso³ego Alleluja! Alden, N.Y. held a special Polka The seed for a restoration of the • over 40 years experience Happy Easter to All! Mass and dinner dance to raise working with genealogists, attor- Cathedral was planted in 1997 un- funds for parishioners who will be neys, businesses, film-makers, der the pastorship of then bishop, pilgrims to the World Youth Day in government, medical profes- Thomas Gnat. With an eye to the Kraków, July 22-31. sionals, etc. future, a Restoration Fund was es- THE UNION Christine Garas, who plans to go Andy Golebiowski tablished with the mission to “reno- OF POLES to WYD, commented, “We are all 109 Rosemead Lane vate, restore, or update the church at the end of high school. We are Cheektowaga, NY 14227 facility,” according to Carolyn IN AMERICA (716) 892-5975 Dickson, an archivist at the Cathe- on the brink of adulthood. I think it Division of the Polish National Alliance would be a great experience for all [email protected] dral. Over the course of 18 years, the fund slowly developed with memorial donations and individual modlitwy weekly contributions. As prepara- 9999 Granger Road tions for the anniversary began in Garfield Heights, Ohio 44125 Publication of Prayers. The Polish American Journal gladly accepts prayers ads for publication. early 2014, a Centennial Committee They must be received by the 10th of each month, prior to the month of publication, and must be was formed where it was suggested (216) 478-0120 pre-paid at the cost of $15.00 each, which can be paid by check or charge. If you have any questions regarding this policy, please call 1 (800) 422-1275 or (716) 312-8088. to restore the church and as commit- tee member Nancy Beaurivage put David Milcinovic – Vice President Prayer to the Holy Spirit. Holy Spirit, You who solve all problems, who light all roads so I can attain my goal. You who give me the Divine gift to forgive and to forget all evil against me and that it “the two projects just dovetailed Allan Szuflada – Director in all instances of my life you are with me. I want this short prayer to thank you for all things and together.” Mark Relovsky – Commissioner to confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you, even and in spite of all material Overseen by a restoration com- illusion. I wish to be with you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine. Thank Jane Ptak – Commissioner you Holy Spirit. That person must say this prayer for 3 consecutive days. After 3 days, the favor re- mittee, Baker Liturgical Art of Terri Johnson – Office Manager quested will be granted, even if it may appear difficult. This prayer must be published immediately Southington, Connecticut was hired after the favor is granted, without mentioning the favor. Your initials should appear after the thank to handle the entire project. “All you. Thank You Holy Spirit. J.K. Fraternal Life Insurance • IRAs • Annuities pews were removed so the entire 8 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MARCH 2016

Please help us help our own community. Join the ... POLONIA AT A GLANCE Model Airplane Contest Winners Polish American FLORIDA PAJF Journal Foundation ST. PETERSBURG – On Jan. 31, the Polish American Society The PAJF is a non-profit 501c3 organization established to of St. Petersburg celebrated its promote Polish and Polish American culture and traditions among 65th anniversary as Florida’s oldest members of the public and other Polish and Polish American groups. organization honoring Polish and It does this by organizing and supporting special events, networking, American culture. and providing consultation to individuals and groups, which seek to The gala event included a catered learn more about the Polish community in the United States. dinner, live music and dancing, a As a national newspaper serving Polish immigrants and their dance competition, and a ballroom descendents since 1911, the Polish American Journal has a unique dance show performed by national perspective on the shortfalls — primarily funding — that have champions. Guests of honor include prevented many great projects from getting off the ground. We also local political and business leaders, have grown increasingly frustrated to see students — future leaders, and the society’s past presidents. who are passionate about Polonia — seek other areas of study because “We are proud to be part of the they could not secure something as simple as airfare to study in Poland city of St. Petersburg. We own this or abroad. great facility in a convenient loca- Likewise, we tion, and want Florida residents to see so many know us better, join our club, and t a l e n t e d use our facility for their next event, academicians, whether personal or business,” said FLYING HIGH (l. to r.): Al Koproski, with siblings John Frankowski, s c h o l a r s , Eugene Poplawski, club president. artists, folk Paula Frankowski, Michael Frankowski, and their proud father, Pawel “This anniversary celebrates our Frankowski. groups — the members as we look back upon our list goes on — rich heritage, and look forward to a STAMFORD, Conn. — The airplane kits to the school. Al Ko- whose special vital future for our Club.” Adam Mickiewicz Polish Satur- proski, who is a member of Post 3, projects or For information about the Polish day School of Holy Name of Jesus and his wife, through the Koproski areas of study American Society, go to polishsoci- Church, Stamford, held the closing Family Foundation, came up with have been ety.org. of Christmas Celebrations with the idea to have a contest open to dropped for ILLINOIS a “Jaselka” Christmas play, Sat., all the children with prizes for the lack of funds. Your tax-deductible donation to the Polish Ameri- Feb., 6, 2016 at the school. Janu- best airplane project. In many can Journal Foundation supports our efforts to keep CHICAGO — The public is in- ary is a special month, celebrating The children who completed cases, state the Polish American community strong for genera- vited to celebrate Pulaski Day on Christmas and Polish traditions, the best three airplanes all came or federal arts tions to come. Monday, March 7, 2016, at 10:00 according to Director Kazmiera from the same family. If you have or cultural a.m. in the Sabina P. Logisz Great Ferenc. The school has 300 chil- ever tried to complete a model funding is available, but these groups cannot afford processing fees Hall of The Polish Museum of dren, whose entire curriculum is airplane kit you know it is not an to meet application requirements. It is time to start helping our own. America (PMA), 984 N. in the . The stu- eas task. An independent group of Ave. A short program will take place dents are from Stamford, Norwalk, judges chose the following win- MEMBERSHIP. Donations are accepted in any amount. All donations with elected officials from national, Weston, Westport and Port Chester ners from eleven finalists. will be acknowledged and may be used as charitable contributions on state, county, and city govern- and attend classes weekly to study 1st — Michael Frankowski; your tax return. As a member, you can suggest any worthwhile cause: ments, as well as leaders of Polonia, their culture and language. 2nd — Paula Frankowski; and 3rd a donation to a local Polish American museum; veteran’s group; schol- and will conclude with an official This year the American Legion Prize — John Frankowski. Checks arship fund; dance group, etc. Our board reviews these suggestions wreath laying ceremony at Stefan Post 3 Commander of Stamford, were presented to the winners by and creates a ballot of the most-requested causes/recipients, which Batowski’s painting of Pulaski at George Ducanic, donated 50 model Al Koproski. will then be voted on by current members. (Membership is yearly, Savannah. Admission is free. starting with the date of your most recent donation). All members re- Refreshments will be served serve the right to abstain from being a voting member. following the official program in Museum; and 60-Minute Guided 479-2342. Since 1911, the Polish American Journal has been an advocate for the Polish Roman Catholic Union Tour of U.S. Military Academy The annual event is sponsored by Poles and their descendants in the United States. Help us utilize over of America Social Hall on the first West Point. Fillmore District Council Member 100 years of the Polish American experience to support those who floor. Free parking. For additional information call David A. Franczyk. share our core values of strong family, faith, and community. Additional information may be Brian Curt at (508) 678-0987 or found on the PMA website: www. visit www.kosciuszkoclub.org. OFFICERS & BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Eugene Trela, Cleveland, Ohio; PolishMuseumOfAmerica.org. PHILADELPHIA — The Polish Ben Stefanski II, Cleveland, Ohio; MaryLou Wyrobek, Buffalo, N.Y.; NEW YORK Heritage Society of Philadelphia Mark A. Kohan, President, Buffalo, N.Y.; and Kathleen Bruno, Secre- MASSACHUSETTS BUFFALO — The Broadway will hold its annual Fryderyk Cho- tary, Buffalo, N.Y. SOMERSET — Bus Trip to the Market and Adam Mickiewicz Li- pin Concert on Sun. March 6, 2016 U.S. Military Academy at West- brary & Dramatic Circle (Mickey’s) at 2:00 p.m. at the Sister Francesca Privacy. The PAJF is the sole owner of the information provided by point, N.Y. Sat., April 30, 2016. are bringing back Buffalo’s Best Onley Education Center (formerly its members. The PAJF will not sell, share, or rent this information to Departs from Somerset at 5:00 a.m. Contest. the Holy Family University Educa- others. It will be used solely for record-keeping and correspondence. from the Park & Ride on Route 103 The contest will be held on Dyn- tion & Technology Center), 9801 (1701-1759 Wilbur Ave.). Off-street gus Day, March 28, 2016 at The Frankford Ave. parking available there. Will pick Broadway Market,999 Broadway Featured guest artist will be Kate MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION up additional passengers in Central from noon-2:00 p.m. The winner Liu, Bronze Medal winner at the Membership Levels Falls, R.I. from St. Joseph’s Church, of this year’s contest will receive 2015 Chopin International Piano [ ] Friend of the PAJF Any amount up to $49.99 391 High Street. Will return from a basket of Polish cheer, and the Competition in Warsaw, Poland. A [ ] Individual...... $50.00 West Point approximately 5:00 p.m. honor of being designated Buffalo’s light reception will follow the per- [ ] Family...... $100.00 $70.00 per person (tip included). In- Best in the Wholesale, Commercial formance. Ticket costs: $30.00 per [ ] Sustaining...... $250.00 cludes: Walk through “Kosciuszko and Homemade categories. person; $20.00 for students with [ ] Patron...... $500.00 Garden”; View Cadet Pass in Re- Applications are accepted until proper identification. Reservations [ ] Benefactor...... $1,000.00 view; Attend Annual Observance March 18. Participates must regis- may be made through Debbie Ma- [ ] Chairman’s Circle...... $2,500.00 or more at the Kosciuszko Monument; Self- ter in advance. Email buffalobest- jka, chairperson at (215) 627-1391 Guided Tour of West Point Military [email protected], or call (716) or [email protected].

NAME PSAA District 7 Springtime Events

ADDRESS APT. BROOKLYN, N.Y. — District the 70s and 80s with DJ. Attendees (917) 913-3133. 7 of the Polish Singers Alliance of asked to dress accordingly for the • May 21, 2016. Jutrzenka #226 is occasion. For details/reservations, hosting the 65th Polish Singers Al- CITY America announces a list of events in which its member groups will call Yaga Chudy, District 7 President liance of America’s District 7 Con- participate. All events are open to (201) 681-7980. vention at OLC–St. Casimir Parish, STATE, ZIP the public. • Sun. April 24. New York’s Polish 183 25th Street, Brooklyn. Families, Consulate is organizing a concert friends and interested admirers of • Sun., April 3, 2016. Jutrzenka at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York choral music, as well as all PSAA Preferred method of contact #226. PSAA will hold its Annual City, dedicated to St. Pope John II members are cordially invited to [ ] USPS First Class Mail Fundraiser Card Party from 2:00– and the 1050th Anniversary of Po- come to the festival-style competi- 6:00 p.m. in the lower school hall [ ] E-mail (please print E-mail address below) land’s Christianity. The choruses of tion and concert to be held at 2:30 of Our Lady Czestochowa, St. Casi- District 7 are invited to participate. p.m. in the church proper, followed mir’s Parish, 183 25th Street, Brook- For details, please call Yaga Chudy, by a 5:00 p.m. Mass of Thanksgiving lyn. Leokadia Juszczak and Janina Please [ ] do [ ] do not include my name on your Annual Report District 7 president at (201) 681- for living and deceased members of Oledzka agreed to be co-chairladies to Donors, which will be mailed to all members at the end of the 7980. The event begins at 7:00 p.m. the PSAA. At 7:00 p.m., the Awards of the event. For reservations, or in- PAJF’s calendar year. Dinner-Dance will be held at the formation, call (718) 720-6089. • Sat., April 30. The American Asso- ciation of the Friends of Kosciusz- Grand Prospect Hall, 263 Prospect Donations of $50.00 or more entitle the member for a courtesy • Sun., April 10. Jutrzenka’s OLC. ko at West Point will culminate its Avenue in South Brooklyn (between subscription to the Polish American Journal. If you wish to give St. Casimir Parish will be holding its Annual Kosciuszko Seminar (held 5th and 6th Avenues overlooking this as a gift, please provide recipient’s name and address on a Annual Swieconka. If interested, Fri., April 29) with 9:00 a.m. Mass at the Prospect Expressway). For fur- please call Adele Iwachow at (718) separate piece of paper. the Cadet Chapel; parade of cadets ther information, please call (718) 748-3699. at 11:00 a.m.; yearly observance at 720-6089. Complete and return to: • Sat., April 16. PSAA’s District 7 will the Kosciuszko Monument at 12:30 For more information on these The Polish American Journal Foundation hold a fun-filled Fundraiser Dance, p.m.; and a 2:00 p.m. lunch at the at the Polish Slavic Center, 177 Kent and other PSAA events, visit pol- P.O. Box 198, Bowmansville, NY 14026 Thayer Hotel. One of District 7’s cho- ishsingersalliance.org. Street, Brooklyn. Theme: Music of ruses will be singing. For details, call POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MARCH 2016 www.polamjournal.com 9

SPORTS / Tom Tarapacki Kubiak Leads Broncos to Super Bowl Win nia. He played college football at RUN, BERNIE, RUN. Just how good of an athlete was presidential can- Kentucky during the single-platoon didate Bernie Sanders? There’s been a lot of discussion of that. “I was era, playing both offense and de- a very good athlete,” Sanders told CNN. “I wouldn’t say I was a great fense and serving as the Wildcats’ athlete. I was a pretty good player. My elementary school in punter and place kicker. He was Brooklyn won the borough championship.” named SEC player of the year in As Sand- 1957 and was an All-American as a ers has often junior and senior. He finished fourth pointed out, in the voting for the 1957 Heisman his father was Trophy. born in Poland The 6-foot-2, 243-pound Mi- and came to the chaels was a first-round draft pick United States of the Los Angeles Rams in 1958. in 1921 at the He played three years in Los An- age of 17. His geles and three for the Steelers be- MARCHIBRODA. Considered to mother’s fam- fore he was traded to Baltimore. He be one of pro football’s greatest in- ily came from finished his 13-year career in 1971 novators. Poland and with the . As a napolis Colts and the Baltimore Ra- Russia. Bernie kicker, he made 187 of 341 field- vens, died Jan. 16. He was 84. Born was born in goal attempts and converted 386 of to Polish immigrants on March 1942 in Flat- KUBIAK. John Elway’s confidence 402 extra points. He was named to Bernie and brother Larry Sanders, together with their 15, 1931, in Franklin, Pa, Marchi- bush, Brook- proved correct. two Pro Bowl teams while with the wives, visit a World War II war memorial with Adam broda was a college quarterback at lyn. He has said Steelers. It was in Pittsburgh that he Soltys, the mayor of Slopnice, Poland in 2013. Sanders’ In 2013 Gary Kubiak suffered St. Bonaventure University and the that, as a youth met another Polish American, Judy father, Eli, was born in Słopnice in 1904. a mini-stroke while coaching the University of Detroit. In 1952, at he constantly Mis, who was the personal secretary Houston Texans and was later fired Detroit, “Butch” Marchibroda led played sports and played basketball obsessively. “One of the differ- to the Steelers owner, Art Rooney. by the team. In 2016 the 54-year- the country in total offense. He was ences, by the way, between today and way back then is maybe you learn Lou and Judy were married in 1966. old Houston native led the Denver a first-round draft pick of the Pitts- a little bit about democracy. Kids are out on the street. There wasn’t After retiring he operated a tavern Broncos to victory in the Super burgh Steelers in 1953, despite be- any supervisors. There wasn’t any parents. You chose—punch ball, soft- and was athletic director at a prison. Bowl, his first season as the team’s ing only 5-10. He played in the NFL ball.” An older brother, Walt Michaels, head coach. for the Steelers and Cardinals. In Despite his success in basketball in elementary school, Bernie was was an All-Pro linebacker in the Kubiak was hired as Broncos’ 1961 he got his first NFL coaching unable to make the varsity team at Madison High School. He then turned NFL and later became head coach of head coach in January 2015 by GM job, as an assistant in Washington. his attention to track and became co-captain of the team. Bernie became the New York Jets. Walt was the de- John Elway, his former teammate, In 1975 he got his first head a very good long-distance runner, finishing third in the indoor mile his fensive coach of the Jets when New coach and close friend. Some as- coaching job with the Baltimore senior year and second in cross country in the borough championships. York scored an upset victory against sumed that Kubiak was hired be- Colts, leading a 2-12 team to three “I think my best was 4:37, which is not superstar, but it’s pretty good,” his brother’s Colts team in Super cause of that friendship. However, consecutive AFC East titles. After he said of his mile time. Bowl III in 1969. Lou was never Elway was confident that Kubiak being fired he worked as an assis- Sanders visited his father’s home in Słopnice, Poland back in 2013. able to accept that loss. “People say, was the right man to lead the Bron- tant in the NFL, including a stint Town Mayor Adam Soltys said that Sanders was “very sympathetic, ‘Forget about it,’” Lou once said. cos through a crucial transition pe- with Buffalo. As offensive coor- warmhearted and friendly” and “even speaks a few words of Polish.” “How do you do that when your riod. “Kubes” implemented a new dinator of the Bills, introduced the Regarding Sanders’ recent primary success, Soltys told a Polish TV sta- brother has your Super Bowl ring?” offense and gained the trust of vet- revolutionary no-huddle K-Gun of- tion: “There’s quite a bit of excitement in the air here — we’re proud eran quarterback Peyton Manning. fense that helped the Bills win four BALLOTING COMPLETED. of Senator Sanders and we wish our ‘homeboy’ even greater success!” On the defensive side, he brought in straight AFC championships. In Vot- Wade Phillips to make the defense 1992, the Colts, now in Indy, gave ing is now over for the National Pol- Despite suffering cramping that “pop kick” that Alabama defensive one of the league’s best. Despite a Marchibroda a second chance, and ish American Sports Hall of Fame’s caused him to miss some of the sec- back Marlon Humphrey caught over rollercoaster season that included a he again had instant success. The Class of 2016, which will be induct- ond half of the AFC title game, Pa- the shoulder at midfield. Two plays quarterback controversy, Kubiak’s Colts went 9-7 in his first season af- ed in June. Check out next month’s triot tight end Rob Gronkowski fin- later the Tide scored. The 5-foot-10, calm demeanor and steady hand ter going 1-15 in 1991. In 1995 the PAJ for the results. New names ished with eight receptions for 144 192-pound junior came to the U.S. eventually led Denver to an upset Colts were a failed Hail Mary pass in the high visibility category are yards and one TD. He made two of as a 13-year-old Polish orphan from win in Super Bowl 50. shy of going to the Super Bowl. Ted Frank Brickowski and Craig Wola- the biggest plays in the game in the Stargard Szczecinski. Kubiak’s ancestors came to returned to Baltimore in 1996 as nin. Brickowski was a 6-9 power fourth quarter, when he caught a 40- Alan Trammell again fell short Texas from Poland in the late 19th the first head coach of the Ravens, forward who was Penn State’s MVP yard pass on fourth-and-ten on the of Hall induction. He start- century when the small city of Bre- where he stayed for three years. Af- in 1980. He went on to a 13-year team’s final drive and capped it off ed with 15.7 % of the vote in his first mond, Texas began recruiting labor- terwards he returned to Indy, where NBA career in which he average with a four-yard touchdown catch year of eligibility, 2002, and got up ers from Poland to work the cotton he worked on the Colts’ radio broad- 10 points and five rebounds. Wola- on fourth-and-goal. to 40.9 % this year. He was still plantations. In the 1880s Gary’s casts. nin was a rugged NHL defenseman Adam Griffin, born Andrzej far short of the 75% needed. Tram great grandfather, Michal, came Considered to be one of pro foot- who played for 13 seasons and was Debowski, executed a perfect on- was a member of the 1984 World with his family from the Poznan ball’s greatest innovators, Marchi- a member of the 1996 Stanley Cup side kick that helped Alabama win Series-champion Tigers team, had region of Prussian-occupied Po- broda was also remembered as a winning Colorado Avalanche. Hold- the national title against Clemson. six All- appearances, and won land to Bremond, where other fam- kind, humble man. He mentored overs include George (Andrzrjew- Adam had just kicked a 33-yard four Gold Glove Awards and three ily members had previously settled. many coaches who went on the ski) Andrie, Conrad Dobler, Mark field goal to tie the game, 24-24, in Silver Sluggers. He’ll be eligible for Bremond, once the largest Polish successful careers, including Bill Grudzielanek, Mark Gubicza, Joe the fourth quarter. On the ensuing consideration by the Expansion Era settlement in Texas, still has a lot of Belichick. “I wouldn’t be here if Kocur and Steve Wojciechowski. kickoff Griffin hit a perfect onside Committee beginning in 2020. Polish pride and celebrates its Pol- it wasn’t for Ted Marchibroda,” New to the “all-other” sports ish Festival Days every June. Gary’s Belichick said. category are Rachel Komisarz and wife, the former Rhonda Kaminski, Ann Meyers Drysdale. Komisarz also has roots in “The Polish Capi- is an accomplished swimmer who tal of Texas” Gary and Rhonda were was a 2004 Olympic gold medalist high school sweethearts at Pius X in the 800 free relay and silver med- in Houston; he was the star quarter- alist in the 400 free relay. Meyers back and she was the cheerleader. Drysdale achieved numerous firsts Gary played quarterback at Tex- as a basketball player, including as A&M, and was an eighth round first to be named All-American four draft pick of Denver. He played with straight seasons, the first person to Broncos from 1983 to 1991, serving be drafted by the Women’s Basket- as Elway’s back-up. Kubiak went ball League, and the first woman to into coaching, and eventually be- try out with an NBA team. Hold- came the second head coach of the overs include Tony Adamowicz, Houston Texans in 2006. In 2013 Leo Golembiewski, Steve Javie, Kubiak suffered a transient isch- Jeff Klepacki, Joe Proski and Curt emic attack, or mini-stroke, while Tomasevicz. on the field. He recovered, but was later fired as coach. After spending NEWS AND NOTES. Gary Ku- last season as the Ravens offensive biak’s Broncos got to the Super coordinator, he returned to Denver Bowl thanks to a 20-18 win in the as head coach. AFC Championship over New Eng- land. In the first quarter of that game POLONIA LOSES MARCHIBRO- the Patriots’ incredibly accurate DA, MICHAELS. Two football MICHEALS (nee Majka) was kicker Stephen Gostkowski missed greats who were natives of Pennsyl- named to two Pro Bowl teams his first extra point in 524 attempts. vania and members of the National while with the Steelers. Gostkowski took the blame for the Polish American Sports Hall of Louis Andrew Michaels died on loss, but had New England let Gos- Fame, Ted Marchibroda and Lou Jan. 19 at age 80. He was born to tkowski kick field goals on a couple Michaels, died in January. Polish immigrants Walter and Mary of red zone opportunities late in the Marchibroda, a former NFL Majka on Sept. 28, 1935, in Swoy- fourth quarter — instead of going coach of the Baltimore and India- ersville, in northeastern Pennsylva- for it on fourth-and-short — the Pa- triots might have won. 10 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MARCH 2016

KULTURA / Staś Kmieć Artistocratic Atmosphere, Ambiance, and Etiquette: Bal Maskowy in Milwaukee

ATTENDEES, guests, and musicians. (Above) Pani Ada Dziewanowska and the author. Photos: Gosia’s Heart Photography and Staś Kmieć I have attended many debutante Carol Mayer last year when they the soup – an Asparagus Chantilly balls and Polonia social events in were stunning as Pirate nobility, – was topped with a pastry crust cap the United States, but Bal Maskowy but this year they exceeded visual and ornamented with a breaded bow. — an annual event presented by the expectation. Carol had carefully re- A visually pleasing salad and basil Syrena Polish Folk Dance Ensem- searched every element of the his- rolls preceded the pre-determined ble of Milwaukee, particularly plays torical design, and with extravagant choice of entrée: Filet Mignon, Pan to my cultural heart and soul. This is fabrics, furs and ornamentation cre- Seared Tenderloin, or Veg- an once-in-a-lifetime event, and for- ated a stunning ensemble. etable Fantasia. The official des- tunately for me, it was my second Some rented costumes, but most sert was a Creme Bruleé topped visit to partake in the festivities and took pride in creating their own at- with a triangle of strawberries, two celebrate the 99th birthday of the tire. Tuxedos were decorated with blueberries, and a raspberry mount- Artistic Director, my dear friend – sashes, medallions, and Imperial or- ed on a twist of cappuccino mousse. the legendary Ada Dziewanowska. naments, and gowns encompassed The customary Polonez was per- If you missed this year’s costumed various periods of aristocratic dress. formed by the Syrena Ensemble, event, you missed something spe- Pani Ada arrived cloaked in a cape followed by the communal Grand cial and intrinsically Polish. that revealed a ball length Kontusik March. Throughout the evening, the Dancer Tym Stoll, who had in- in blue – her favorite color, which etiquette of the bygone era of Old- vited me last year as a surprise also brought out the brilliance of her World Polish society was observed guest, made sure I arrived from intuitive and inquisitive blue eyes. with men escorting ladies to the my hotel. Guests were greeted by Her hair, pulled back in a character- floor; bowing and kissing their hand Renaissance and Medieval musical istic bun twist was accentuated with at the conclusion of their dance. strains, recreated on period instru- a crown. The costume was designed The audience was treated to ments by the authentically dressed by Carol Mayer, who already ex- a performance of the fiery Ma- Worldwind Consort. The theme was changed ideas of a new creation for zur from the opera house “Halka” nobility and the attendees aimed for next year’s special event. in its full-length premiere. Duane the highest level of costume artistry. Last year, I wore my 17th century Tomka’s choreography was dy- The interpretations varied. Ameri- Kontusz costume, but this time due namic and presentational, bursting can refinement was encountered to travel and baggage constraints forward in alternating ensemble and with Civil War representations. Kay in an attempt at simplicity, I opted solo couple sequences. This styliza- was adapted and extended to ac- Advocat) filled-chocolate was at Josten glided across the room as a to wear a tuxedo – black pants and tion of the national dance from the commodate the length of the chore- each place setting to further the en- Southern belle in an emerald hooped teal blue jacket. In a sea of historical courts of Poland, incorporated all ography performed by ten couples. joyment of the final hours. gown with her blond hair cascading costumes, this did not go unnoticed. the signature movements. The clas- Pani Ada was acknowledged The souvenir book offered his- in long curls. Lynn Dziadulewicz, Pani Ada’s first words to me were sic score of Stanisław Moniuszko with a bouquet of flowers and a torical articles written by Katelyn the Ball chairperson delighted in an “Where is your Kontusz?” round of “Wiele Lat,” a revised Prepish and Pani Ada on the Kon- Edwardian style period gown of the 2017 Bal Maskowy. Plans version of “Sto Lat.” The Anthony tusz costume, the Mazur the opera early 1900s, while her husband Neil If the atmosphere and ambi- are already underway for next Kawalkowski Orchestra from Chi- “Halka,” and the history of the Ma- was in a military uniform evocative ance were not enough, attendees year’s special event – the “Sto cago regaled with not only virtuoso zur dance. of World War I. were treated to a sublime dinner. Lat” 100th birthday celebra- classical selections, but a cavalcade Thank you to Syrena for once My eyes were diverted to the The table setting was elegant and tion of Pani Ada. Polonia Dance of dance styles. Interspersed Pani again welcoming me, extending couple ascending the stairs in the modest with an urn of fragrant lilac, groups can wish “Wiele Lat” in Ada led her signature Kujawiak – a such warm hospitality, and provid- elaborate Kontusz costume – the roses and wildflowers, on a mirror the souvenir book. A special pro- staple in recreational folk dance cir- ing a memorable evening for all. standard dress during the reign of tile surrounded by votive candles. gram honoring Pani Ada’s life, cles in the United States and Japan, Zygmunt III. I had met Robert and On a beautifully folded napkin, achievements, and legacy will and a partner-interchanging Waltz highlight the evening. All who Mixer. Germany Returns have known her should make Later in the evening, there was Looted Treasures the trip to this not-to-be-missed a long line to partake in the Sweet WARSAW — Two pieces of event, which is expected to sell Buffet — a sumptuous array of Pol- 18th century furniture have been out quickly. The date is set for ish desserts made by the Syrena En- returned from Germany to Wilanów Saturday, February 4, 2017. semble. A Złoty Adwokat (Golden Palace on the outskirts of Warsaw, from where they had been looted during the German occupation of Poland. They were handed over to Dep- uty Prime Minister and Minister of Culture and National Heritage Piotr Gliński by the Chairman of the Bundesrat, the upper house of the German Parliament, and Prime Minister of the Free State of Saxony Stanislaw Tillich at a ceremony at the palace, the former residence of Polish King Jan III Sobieski. The two pieces of furniture are a Rococo desk, the work of French craftsmen dating from around 1745, and a richly-ornamented cabinet in Chinese-style (Chinoiserie) from the beginning of the 18th century, containing fifteen drawers. — Radio Polskie POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MARCH 2016 www.polamjournal.com 11

POLONIA OF THE EASTERN GREAT LAKES / Michael Pietruszka Polish Arts Club Receives $100,000 Challenge Grant BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Pol- sic), Cheektowaga Supervisor Di- taurant in Cheektowaga ... Also on ish Arts Club of Buffalo received ane Benczkowski (Politics), Rev. March 1st, the Chopin Singing So- a $100,000 challenge grant from James D. Ciupek (Religion), Jill ciety will present a musical evening Walentyna Polczynska Janta. The Spisiak Jedlicka (Science/Environ- commemorating the genius of Fred- grant will be used to stage plays by ment), Carlene Sluberski (Sports), erick Chopin at the Pvt. Leonard Polish and Polish American play- and Maya Karmilowicz (Youth). Post VFW ... In March, the Univer- wrights in Buffalo and WNY, and The award ceremony will be held at sity of Rochester Skalny Lecture the challenge is that the organization Buffalo’s St. Adalbert’s Basilica on and Artist Series will salute Polish must raise an additional $100,000 in April 23. filmmaker Krzysztof Kieslowski by matching funds within five years. screening his “Three Colors: Blue” “This is the first time in the 70- ISKIERKI. The WNY Division of on March 2nd, “Three Colors: year history of the Polish Arts Club the Polish American Congress is White” on March 16th, and “Three that we have received a grant of this undertaking a project to develop an Colors: Red” on March 23rd, at the type or amount,” said PAC man- interactive virtual tour of the area’s Dryden Theatre in Rochester. aging director Charles Peszynski. historic Polonia sites to be called The WNY Division of the Pol- “The challenge grant will have a “The Polish Heritage Trail” ... Jus- ish American Congress will hold major impact upon the ability of the tin Kohan and Aaron Zakrze- its Annual Election Meeting at the club to fulfill its mission of foster- wski were awarded this year’s Pol- St. Stanislaus Marian Hall on Buf- ing interest, appreciation and under- ish Arts Club of Buffalo’s $1,000 falo’s East Side on March 10th. standing of the culture and history scholarships at the group’s recent Na zdrowie! Beekeeper David Newman and Rev. Czesław Krysa of St. By-law changes will also be on the of Poland and Polish Americans. Installation Luncheon. Officers and Casimir’s Parish pose at St. Casimir’s annual Krupnik Fundraiser, held at ballot ... The Pulaski Police Asso- “When the Endowment Fund is directors were installed by Chief the Polish Villa II restaurant in Cheektowaga, N.Y., Jan. 30. The honey-li- ciation of Buffalo and WNY will created as a separate 501(c)(3) non U.S. Bankruptcy Court Judge Carl queur cordial is made by Fr. Krysa and volunteers, using a recipe handed host its Casino Trip on March 15th profit, the club will be able to draw Bucki. down through the priest’s family. ... March 28th is Dyngus Day. For upon the resources provided by the Hungry Polonians have two new Admission to the event includes a bowl of bigos (Hunter’s Stew), a the latest information about celebra- fund to expand our programming options for comfort food while vis- Polish buffet, Mama Krysa’s Honey Cubes, and a shot of krupnik. A raffle, tions, please visit www.dyngusday. far beyond what we have done in iting Toronto, Ontario: The Saucy split club, and live polka music by Special Delivery topped off the after- com ... Forgotten Buffalo is offer- the past. Raising the matching funds Pierogi at 1282 Dundas Street West noon. Funds raised will be used for the restoration of the church, which ing its “Pride of Polonia Tour” on will not be an easy task, but we will http://thesaucypierogi.com, and is located in Buffalo’s Kaisertown section. To make a donation, or to learn April 11th ... Rev. Matt Nycz will begin working on it as soon as the The Loaded Pierogi at 1044 Ger- more, write to: St Casimir’s Roman Catholic Church, 160 Cable St., Buffalo, be leading a Jubilee Year of Mercy fund is created.” rard Street East http://loadedpiero- NY 14206; (716) 824-9589. “The Saints of Mercy” Pilgrimage Mrs. Janta has requested that the gi.ca. On Feb. 12-13, Kabaret Pod Canisius College ... The Polish Arts to Poland May 16-24. The group grant be used to create a permanent The WNY Division of the Pol- Banka presented its “19th Annual Club of Buffalo presented Joe Ma- will visit places associated with endowment named the Aleksander ish American Congress hosted its Polonijy Kabareton” at the John cielag’s lecture on “Polka -The Pol- Saint John Paul II, Saint Faustina and Walentyna Janta-Polczynski “Kulig Winter Festival 2016” at Paul II Polish Cultural Centre in ish American Cultural Anthem?” at Kowalska and Saint Maximillian Endowment Fund. the Chestnut Ridge Park Casino in Mississauga, Ontario ... St. John the Harlem Road Community Cen- Kolbe ... Polish composer and con- Orchard Park despite an uncharac- Kanty Parish began its “Pierogi and ter on Feb. 17th. ductor Krzysztof Penderecki will CITIZENS OF NOTE. The Am- teristic lack of snow, and the Polish Placek Sale” the weekend of Feb. The Novi Singers Polish Choir conduct the Buffalo Philharmonic Pol Eagle, WNY Polonia’s weekly Heritage Dancers of WNY marked 13 and 14th. The sale will continue and Shevchenko Choir presented Orchestra at Kleinhans Music Hall newspaper, announced the win- “Paczki Day” with music by Special each weekend until Palm Sunday “Slavic Roots: Blending Ukrainian in Buffalo on December 3-4. ners of its 2015 Citizen-of-the-Year Delivery at the Holy Mother of the ... On Feb. 14th, WNED Classical and Polish Cultures” on the 28th at v v v Awards: Chrusciki Bakery Inc. Rosary Polish National Cathedral in 94.5 FM aired “Polskie Wesele: A Toronto’s Columbus Centre. If you have an item for this col- (Business), Monica Rzepka (Civ- Lancaster, Feb. 7 ... Buffalo native Polish Wedding” featuring Eileen umn, please send the information by ic Leader), Daniel Hart - Buffalo Tom Dudzick’s play, “Miracle on Koteras Elibol, Sophie Hodorowicz UPCOMING. The Professional & the 6th day of the month preceding Philharmonic Orchestra Executive South Division Street,” completed a Knab and Rev. Czeslaw Krysa. The Businessmen’s Association will publication month (i.e. March 6 for Director (Community Leader - non- successful run at Rochester’s GEVA program was funded by the Perma- hold its General Membership Meet- the April issue) to pietruszka@veri- Pole), Polish Happy Hour Buf- Theatre on Feb. 7th ... The Polish nent Chair of Polish Culture at ing on March 1st at Bobby J’s Res- zon.net. falo (Community Organization), Heritage Dancers of WNY offered Connie Emmens (Culture), Villa its “Want To Learn How To Dance Maria Circle of Friends (Educa- for Dyngus Day?” polka lessons at tion), Paul Andruczyk (Fraternal), the St. John the Baptist Parish Hall Buffalo’s Good Neighbors (Good in Alden on Feb. 11th, 18th and 25th Neighbor), Buffalo Police Commis- ... Also on the 11th, WNY Polonian sioner Daniel Derenda (Govern- activist Jim Lawicki was invested ment), Stephanie Mucha (Health/ in the Order of St. Stanislaus in Wishing All a Happy Easter Medicine), Deborah Lasek and Rome ... From Feb. 11th through Maureen Gleason (Heritage), the 25th, the Institute of National Henry Mazurek (Humanitarian), Remembrance, University of To- Congressman Diana Oramus (Individual in Orga- ronto and Consulate General of the nization), Michael Marszalkowski, Republic of Poland in Toronto pre- Esq. (Law), Michael Mroziak sented an exhibit entitled “Polska BRIAN HIGGINS (Media), Norm Skulski (Military/ Walczaca, Fighting Poland” at the 26th-New York Veterans), Tomasz Wdowik (Mu- Munk School of Global Affairs.

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POLISH CHEF / Robert Strybel Mixing Up Your Święcone Menu Favorite Easter Cakes and Pastries The Polish term Święcone mixture, fork-blending or whisk- frigerate over night for flavors to POLISH LOG CAKE (sękacz). Beat 1 5 egg whites until stiff and gently fold (pronounced; shfyen-TSAW-neh) ing constantly, then stir mixture blend. slightly heaped c unsalted butter with into cheese mixture. can be translated into English as into pot. Return to heat and sim- HOME-MADE WHITE 1⅛ c sugar until fluffy (app. 5 min), Transfer to baking pan and bake Easter breakfast, brunch or lunch. mer 2-3 min just below boiling in preheated 150°F oven 50-60 mins. KIEŁBASA (biała kiełbasa Add 7 egg yolks 1 at a time, beating Here are some of the things that point. Serve over hard-cooked Remove from oven, cool to room temp domowa). If you want to try until fully absorbed before adding the could grace your festive table after eggs and sliced cooked . and refrigerate. your hand at making home-made next, and beat until fluffy and lemony. Easter Sunday Mass. Cubed farmer cheese, dry rye- Stir in 2 t vanilla bread cubes and horseradish may kiełbasa, refrigerate 4.5 lbs pork butts overnight. Next day cut into extract. Separately, EASTER RYEMEAL SOUP also be provided. combine 1⅛ c instant (żurek wielkanocny). In pot chunks, grind coarsely. and com- bine with 1 lb cold ground veal , ¾ c potato combine 2 to 2½ c diced smoked BEETROOT & HORSERADISH starch and 2 t baking kielbasa, ham and/or roast pork, (ćwikła z chrzanem): Drain 1 or raw hamburger. Sprinkle with 3 T salt and ½ to 1 t pepper and powder and stir into 6 c water, 1 quartered onion and 12 oz can pickled beets (reserv- egg mixture. Beat 7 several peppercorns. Simmer on ing liquid). Grate coarsely or chop 2-3 buds crushed garlic. Work by hand, gradually add ½ – ¾ c cold egg whites until they low under cover 1 hr. Stir in 2-3 fine and mix with 1-2 heaping T peak and carefully c ryemeal sour (ryemeal sour, also prepared horseradish. Optional: water and continue working un- til it is completely absorbed. Slip fold into batter. Heat known as żur, is a liquid is avail- sprinkle with a pinch or 2 ground overhead broiler in able at Polish delis and at some caraway. This relish as an absolute end of hog casing which has been rinsed of salt over sausage-making oven. Grease a tube supermarkets with international “must” to accompany traditional pan and sprinkle with sections. You can make your own Polish Easter food (eggs, ham, nozzle of electric or hand-cranked -grinder. Stuff casing with breadcrumbs. Ladle with 2 c water mixed with 2-3 T sausage, roasts). Note: Use the some batter into the cider vinegar. — ed.), 1 c water beet liquid to dye several shelled meat mixture, twisting into 12” EASY EASTER BABKA (babka wielkanocna łatwa). links. Hang up in cool place to air pan to cover bot- in which 1 heaping T flour has hard-cooked eggs by keeping tom and place under Mash 1 cake with 1 c sugar. Add 3 whole eggs, been dissolved and ¼ of a mush- them submerged 1 hr. Pat the red dry several hrs or overnight..Vari- beaten, 3/4 c butter dissolved in 1 c very warm milk, ation: For West Poland kiełbasa broiler 2 min or until room bouillon cube. Bring to eggs dry with paper towel and in- golden brown. Ladle 3 c flour, 1 t vanilla and ½ c raisins. Mix well to blend boil, reduce heat and simmer 5 tersperse them among the white [Poznań region], add 1 heaped T ingredients, but do not knead. Fill well-greased babka marjoram to meat mixture. in another portion of min. Switch off heat, add 1 bud hard-cooked shelled eggs for a batter and repeat pro- pan with dough, but it should be only ⅓ full. Cover crushed garlic, 1 heaping t pre- colorful accent. BAKED WHITE KIEŁBASA cess. Keep repeating with cloth and let stand in warm place until doubled in pared horseradish and 1 heaped T (biała kiełbasa pieczona). Ar- until all batter is used bulk (about 2 hrs). Bake about 1 hr in preheated 350°F marjoram. Stir and salt & pepper EASTER SALAD (sałatka wiel- range white (fresh unsmoked) up. Check for done- oven. It is fully baked when a wooden pick comes out to taste. Serve over hard-boiled kanocna) Combine 2-3 c cold, kiełbasa in a single layer in un- ness with wooden clean. Dust with confectioner’s sugar or glaze with ic- eggs and ¼ inch slices of cooked cooked, diced potatoes, 1 can covered baking pan. Cover with pick. If it does not ing (mix together ⅔ c confectioner’s sugar, 1 t rum or kiełbasa. Variation: This soup can drained peas & carrots, 2 cans cold water and bake in 350° oven. come out clean, bake vanilla extract and 2-3 T boiling water). also be made with 1 part kiełbasa drained navy beans (or pea- Turn sausage over when half the in hot oven a while stock (in which your kiełbasa was beans), 4 diced dill pickles, 1 water has evaporated. Scatter wa- longer. CRUMBLE-TOP PLUM MAZURKA cooked) and 1 part water. bunch chopped green onions, 1 fer-thin onion slices over top and (mazurek powidłowy z kruszonką). bunch diced radishes, 2 peeled, sprinkle with caraway seed. It is EASY POLISH CHEESECAKE (łatwy Cut ½ lb butter into 3 c flour, add 4 WHITE EASTER BARZSCZ cored, diced apples and 2 - 5 diced ready when all water evaporates sernik). Line bottom of ungreased 9 – egg yolks and 1 scant c confectioner’s (biały barszcz wielkanocny). In hard-cooked eggs. Toss ingre- and sausage begins to sizzle. 10 inch round baking pan with parch- sugar. Quickly work ingredients into pot combine 3 c water in which dients gently, season with salt & ment paper and cover it tightly wall a smooth dough, wrap in foil and re- fresh or smoked kiełbasa has been pepper lace with just enough ba- DID YOU KNOW? “Chodze- to wall with Polish biszkopty, Lorna frigerate several hrs. Divide dough cooked with 3 c cold water. Add sic mayonnaise-sour cream sauce nie z kogutem” (“making the Doones, vanilla wafers or other plain into 2 parts. Roll out one half and fit 2-3 c liquid ryemeal sour (see (above) to coat ingredients. Gar- rounds with a rooster”) was cookies.. Beat 5 egg yolks with 1 c it into square or rectangular baking above), bring to boil and simmer 5 nish with chopped parsley. Note: once a favorite form of house- sugar and 1 t vanilla until fluffy. Pro- pan. Spread with powidła (Polish plum min. Remove from heat. In small Feel free to juggle quantities ac- to-house Easter caroling on cess 2.2 lbs farmer cheese (twaróg) to butter). Coarsely grate the remain- mixing bowl, fork-blend or whisk cording to preference. Other pos- Easter Monday and later. The a powder and add in small batches to ing dough, evenly covering the entire 1 heaping T flour with ¾ c sour sible ingredients include: capers, rooster symbolized fertility, yolk mixture beating constantly until surface. Bake in preheated 390°- 400° cream until smooth. Add 1 c hot chopped celery, bell pepper, diced high yields, and robust health. well absorbed. Finally beat in 1 pkg oven about 20 min or until nice and stock 1 T at a time to sour-cream beets, a firm diced pear, etc. Re- vanilla pudding mix. Separately beat golden. When cool, cut into squares. POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MARCH 2016 www.polamjournal.com 13 The Polish Town Where They Beheaded Death by Agnieszka Gryzek upon them. keeping with centuries-old tradi- Jedlińsk is a town in the Mazo- Jedlińsko (the historical name tion, all roles, even the feminine vian voivodeship of Poland, situated of the place) was established by ones, are played by men. The ex- along E-77 highway on the Radom- Mikołaj Jedliński in 1530 and, at ecutioner’s role, which is central to ka River (a tributary of the Wisła) the same time, received city rights. the play, tells man how to behave to 60 miles south of Warsaw. It is lo- It lost both those city rights and the avoid punishment. His words are el- cally famous not just for its pictur- “right of the sword” — as did the oquent: “I, the master of justice, do esque landscapes but, above all, for majority of towns — at the time of not let any wrongdoing pass by: no the unusual mystery play that has the Partitions, by virtue of an 1869 guilt, no crime.” The play ends with been re-enacted there for centuries. decree from the Russian Czar. an angelic monologue: “Although Here, on the Tuesday before Ash The Arian School (which func- you have beheaded death, he nev- Wednesday, the citizens of Jedlińsk tioned in the period 1530-1630) ertheless lives, and will soon seize settle scores with the greatest crimi- and the Rakovian Academy (which, you all by your necks!” nal opposing the human race: for after 1630, functioned as a lyceum The signal for the beginning of more than 150 years, Death itself under supervision of the Kraków the last day of Carnival before Lent has been publicly tried, condemned, Academy) both doubtlessly in- is the transfer of power at 1:00 p.m. AnnuAL SHROVE TuESdAY PERfORMAnCE. For more than 150 and beheaded on the Town Square! years, Death itself has been publicly tried, condemned, and beheaded in fl uenced the shape of the play. from the incumbent mayor by the The annual spectacle is a particu- Jedlińsk Town Square on the day before Lent. The play is deeply rooted [Jedlińsk had been a center of the ancient city council. The fi gures of larly colorful phenomenon whose in the local tradition and the only one of its kind in Europe. Protestant Reformation in Poland— the play (kusaki) alone rule Jedlińsk uniqueness enthralls not just the lo- ed.]. As in other academic centers until midnight, using the time for cals but guests from across Poland an article by Fr. Kłoczowski in the The origins of the mystery play at the time, the students of Jedlińsk fun, games, and self-will. That af- and the world. The multi-century “Daily Gazette” (“Gazeta Codzien- are not completely known, but organized different kinds of theatri- ternoon, the music of folk groups tradition has been preserved to our na”). The article described the event Kłoczowski, a famous observer, dis- cal presentations. Death frequently pulses through the town. Despite the day thanks to a dramatic text written and contained a brief ethnographic cussed its sources this way: “I heard played a role in many dramas from winter aura, the common party at- by Father Jan Kłoczowski. note. His poetic text for the mystery of that beheading of death … and the Enlightenment period (e.g., The mosphere keeps people warm with The fi rst traces of the spectacle play appeared in 1868 in the Kalen- thought it was a leftover from pagan Judgment of Paris, Prince of Troy) lively obereks, polkas, and waltzes. date from 1860 and were found in darz Warszawski. times. After a closer study of the but in them it is Death that executes Shrove Tuesday is also marked by matter, however, I concluded that rather than being executed. a market of sellers offering their Our Hours are: this was untrue. It is a remembrance And that is what is special about handmade folk goods. So …. of the bloody executions from those OLOWS Lunch Jedlińsk’s “Beheading Death” — “Power is assumed, it’s time to K Ki times when criminals were behead- they were the fi rst justly to try and begin the Shrove Tuesday festival. O ’S M-F 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. S ed in Jedlińsk. The sources of the sentence Death to death. “It was a Let no one be sad today, let nobody Fri. Night Dinners custom should then be sought in matter unheard of, that Death be hum sad songs. It’s time for a party 5:00-9:00 p.m. the earlier golden days of the settle- captured!” until the late night.” And that’s how Sat. 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Happy Easter to All of Polonia Pass our Polish Heritage and Culture to Your Children KOPROSKi fAMiLY fOundATiOn Stamford, Connecticut Three Generations of Polish Americans 14 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MARCH 2016 Holy Saturday Easter Food Blessing by Robert Strybel the basket’s rim, so the Easter food Christ on the Cross. It is also sym- The opłatek-sharing ritual of can be covered to and from church. bolic of life in which one must ac- Christmas Eve and the Holy Sat- The napkin symbolizes the shroud cept the bitter with the sweet. urday food-blessing custom are in which Jesus’ body was wrapped. VinEgAR Poland’s and Polonia’s two best- Into the napkin-lined basket are (ocet). A small cruet of known holiday traditions. Both are placed: symbolizes the sour wine (our Eng- practiced by some 95 percent of all lish word “vinegar” comes from EggS, COLOREd OR PLAin. families in Poland and a great many the French “vin aigre” = sour wine) wherever Poles have settled. Over (jaja, pisanki). Plain or colored which Jesus was given on a sponge the generations they have grown hard-cooked eggs of one type or to drink while hanging on the cross. another are an absolute “must.” into national heritage symbols. SALT The egg symbolizes new life, and (sól). Salt in a salt-cellar, salt- In the Poland of yesteryear, shaker or a small paper cone con- priests would perform the blessing the way a chick pecks its way out of the shell is a metaphor for Christ taining a symbolic portion (1 t or so) in the homes of leading parishioners retards spoilage, improves the taste where a special święconka table was emerging form His tomb to bring us the promise of eternal life. of food and symbolizes that which THE MOST POPuLAR POLiSH EASTER TRAdiTiOn. The blessing of set up. Peasant women would gath- preserves us from corruption and baskets on Easter Saturday defi nes Poles, wherever they live. Above, a er with their baskets outside where BREAd (chleb). This is “our daily adds zest to daily life. Some also priest does his duty for Poles who settled in London, England. the priest would sprinkle them with bread,” “the staff of life” and “the include pepper whose preservative holy water on the way out. In villag- bread of life’, a metaphor for the and fl avor-enhancing role in food sweetness of eternal life can now The lamb is usually made of butter es without their own church a priest redemptive grace Christ has upon preparation is similar to that of salt. be freely enjoyed in celebration of or sugar (rock candy), but can also would be driven in to perform the mankind. Small round loaves of Christ’s Resurrection. be of dough, wood, plaster, fl eece PEPPER (pieprz). Pepper in a pep- blessing beneath a wayside cross. bread, whose tops are marked with winE And OTHER SPiRiTS or even plastic. It wields a banner Nowadays, Easter baskets are a cross, are specially baked to fi t per pot, pepper-shaker or a small pa- of Resurrection emblazoned with per cone containing a symbolic por- (wino i inne trunki). Some but not usually taken to church for the Easter baskets. all Poles include a small decanter or a gold cross. The Baranek Wiel- blessing, but the actual scenario tion (1 t or so) is another seasoning kanocny symbolizes the sacrifi cial MEAT And SAuSAgE (mięso, that adds zest and preserves food. cruet of wine or other spirits in their may vary. Long tables may be set Paschal lamb, in other words Jesus wędliny). A piece of kiełbasa, a slice Like horseradish, it was one of the Easter basket. Its moderate use was up inside or outside of churches (de- sanctioned by Jesus at the Wedding himself, whose banner proclaims pending on the weather), and priests of ham or roast meat are usually in- bitter herbs of the Passover. cluded. All are symbolic of Feast at Cana, and wine was raised the victory of life over death. come out every so often to perform EASTER CAKES (babka, mazu- the Paschal lamb or Christ resur- to the altar at the Last Supper where BOX TwigS (bukszpan). Box- the ritual. In some churches the rek, placek, sękacz, kołacz, chałka, Christ originated the Eucharistic baskets are brought up to the com- rected, His victory over death and wood, an evergreen shrub with tiny His promise of eternal life. sernik). Babka (a whole small babka sacrifi ce of the mass. munion rail or placed in the aisle or just a slice) together with servings green leaves, is used to decorate next to the pews or kept in the pews, HORSERAdiSH (chrzan). Both of other traditional Easter cakes are EASTER LAMB (baranek wiel- Easter baskets. Cranberry leaves are but its cloth covering is always re- plain, grated, prepared horseradish among the typical contents of the kanocny). Although this is the used for the same purpose. Some moved. as well the well-known beet-horse- traditional Polish Easter basket. Fol- prime Easter symbol, it is added to add a few pussywillow twigs. The When preparing the basket, it is radish condiment ćwikła symbolize lowing the 40-day period of Lenten the basket last so it can guard over main thing is to add a bit of decora- fi rst lined with a linen or lace napkin one of the bitter herbs of the Pass- self-denial and mortifi cation, cakes the remaining ingredients and be tive plant-life. whose ends should extend beyond over which foretold the suffering of and confections symbolizing the clearly visible during the blessing. The Święconka Party and Dyngus Day Easter Greetings from Nebraska Two PolAm Easter- To give your Dyngus Day and/ ads, and such seasonal cakes as bab- ˜ or Święconka some authentic ethnic ka, mazurek, sernik, sękacz, pascha, Weso³ego Alleluja! themed inventions: fl avor, the following things might be placek z kruszonką and kołacz. Happy Easter POLISH HERITAGE CENTER, INC. by Robert Strybel considered. POLiSH EASTER COnCERT. Tra- BARBARA ANd In Poland the term święconka ŚwiĘCOnKA TABLE. Properly ditional Polish Easter hymns per- P.O. Box 3 means the Holy Saturday food- prepared and prominently dis- formed by a choir and/or instrumen- EddIE BLYSkAL blessing custom, as well as the played, this traditional Easter table tal group (see above) would help Staten Island, New York Ashton, NE 68817 (308) 738-2249 Easter basket itself. But across Po- (set up for the Holy Saturday bless- highlight the Paschal aspect of this lonia is has taken on an additional ing) could be the mood-setting con- event. meaning and refers to a community versation piece of your event. EASTER fOLK-ART dEMOn- Easter party usually held during. It’s fOOd BLESSing. If a priest is on STRATiOn. The actual creation of much the same with Dyngus Day. In hand, the food may be ceremonious- Easter palms, pisanki, wycinanki Alleluja! Alleluja! Alleluja! ˜ Poland the day after Easter is called ly blessed, even though some time and other traditional folkcrafts near- JUTRZENkA SINGING Weso³ego Alleluja! Lany Poniedziałek (Wet Monday) has elapsed since Holy Saturday, the ly always generates interest. Happy Easter because of the Śmigus-Dyngus traditional food-blessing day. SOCIETY #226 drenching custom. But in Polonia it POLiSH EASTER PAgEAnT. A South Brooklyn, NY has become a full-blown celebration EXPLAnATiOn. Since a growing staged re-enactment of Polish Lent- Zapraszamy do spiewania! PNA COUNCIL 84 number of Polish Americans are no en and Easter customs by a folk- South Brooklyn, N.Y. similar to the Święconka with the Come, sing with us! water-sprinkling added. longer all that familiar with their dance group or other knowledge- For information, call For information about heritage, many are of mixed eth- able Polonians could help put it all PNA products, call Just as my hometown of Ham- Frances at (917) 913-3133 or tramck, Mich. is now known as nic backgrounds and non-Polonian together for the benefi t of the aver- Barbara at (718) 720-6089 Helen at (516) 568-0367 or guests are likely to be in attendance, age Święconka-goer. This could in- Adele at (718) 748-3699. America’s Pączki Capital, so too Buffalo, N.Y. is undoubtedly the an effort should be made the explain clude the portrayal of such traditions country’s Dyngus Day capital the signifi cance of the individual as palm blessing, coloring pisanki, (check out www.dyngusday.com). symbols and customs. This may be food blessing, the Śmigus-Dyngus STERLING SILVER JEWELRY Both cities have revitalized and put done through a brief presentation by drenching custom and house-to- their own unique PolAm spin on the offi ciating clergyman, emcee, house Easter trick or treating. the Pączki and Dyngus traditions to club president, etc. and/or printed EASTER gAMES. Instead of or A B C D E mention only Hamtramck’s Pączki programs or leafl ets meant to be in addition to the Anglo-Germanic run (www.tour-de-troit.org/pacz- taken home by participants. Easter-egg hunt, why not introduce kirun) and Buffalo’s Dyngus Day EASTER MEnu. The foods fea- your guests to the traditional Polish Parade. tured at such events should expose egg-rolling contest, the winner be- F guests to the typical Polish Easter ing the one whose eggs rolls the far- G I foods: white Easter soup (żurek or thest. Another traditional contest is H biały barszcz), hard-cooked eggs the egg-tap. Each contestant taps his prepared in different ways, ham and hard-cooked Easter egg against that other cold meats, jellied pig’s feet, of his rival, the winner being the one J K kiełbasa – cold and hot, ćwikła, sal- whose egg remains intact.

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Action-filled as any thriller, this historic panorama brings to Happy Easter! life a little known and long defunct society: the Polish Weso³ego Alleluja! nobility, from their origins to their political demise during to our family, friends, World War II. Polish Americans, and Poles everywhere. Beginning with a mysterious murder, still unsolved, whose aftereffects shook Polish society to its core, the narrative unfolds until it reaches the 1940s. Chapters range from the RICHARD nobility’s day-to-day lives to such striking landmarks as the AND PEARL seventeenth century wars with the Ottoman Empire, the saga of Europe under the Napoleonic tricolor, and the WILGOSZ centrality of Poland to the Eastern Front throughout the Hollywood, Florida course of World War I. 16 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MARCH 2016

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HAPPENINGS: CHICAGO STYLE / Geraldine Balut Coleman Longtime Polish Musuem of America Volunteer Maria Ciesla Retires per” Topczewski, retired Chicago CS members staged a traditional (773) 286-7123, John Cieslik (312) changed, and our production has not police officer, and thePolish Amer- sledź pageant. The pageant is a fun- 859-5404, or Mark Orwat (773) changed,” Derek Luszcz said. “We ican Police Association. Ceremo- filled experience not to be missed!! 502-6969. still make our and artisanal P

nies included the installation of new It was followed by the crowning of hoto CS officers. a new “St. Joseph” for 2016, who : T

Guests enjoyed a wonderful din- will serve as chaplain at the Chicago eresa ner, danced to the music of The Society meetings and at special oc- P

Music Company, and were treated casions. otasiak to some authentic Polish dancing The celebration of Sledź is the performed by the WICI Ensemble Chicago Society’s version of Chris- of the PNA. tian and Polish traditions that date John A. Wasilewski, retired cir- back centuries. Poles have always cuit court judge of Cook County, taken their religion and the sea- administered the oath of officers son of Lent seriously. With equal and directors. The new officers and dedication, they have indulged directors are President Thaddeus J. themselves in the happy time of Makarewicz, Executive Vice-Presi- Karnawał (Carnival) commenc- Maria Bronny Ciesla dent John Cieslik, Civic Vice-Pres- ing with the feast of St. Sylvester ident Robert Groszek, Recording (December 31) and ending on Ash CHICAGO — On January 27, Secretary Richard Ciesla, Finan- Wednesday. The merriment picks up after many years of volunteering her cial Secretary Ryszard Jadczak, momentum from Shrove Thursday expertise, time, and commitment to Treasurer Ted Wiecek, Advocate L. (Tłusty Czwartek) until midnight on Polish American Advisory Board. the Polish American culture, Maria Steven Rakowski, Senior Director Shrove Tuesday. For the week be- Bronny Ciesla retired as an officer Mark Orwat, Director of Social fore Ash Wednesday, meats, sweets, ILLINOIS COMPTROLLER meats the same way we always of The Polish Museum of America Activities Mario Mikoda, Director and drink are enjoyed before the re- MEETS WITH POLONIA. On Jan- have ... it’s just the location that’s (PMA). Maria first began volunteer- of Club House Administration Ro- strictions of Lent begin. uary 13, Illinois Comptroller Les- changed.” Fresh meats are prepared ing at a docent at the PMA in 1977. muald E. Matuszczak, Director of According to folklore, Carnival lie Geissler Munger met for the the old-fashion way by trained From 2005-2015, she served with Personnel Peter A. Dykas, Director revelers dress as beggars, gypsies, second time with the non-partisan butchers. great distinction as president of the of Publications Mark Pasieka, Di- and animals, while musicians play. Polish American Advisory Board Gene Luszcz and his brother, PMA and one year as treasurer. Dur- rector of Public Relations Charles Those in costume and the musicians at the office of the Polish National John, immigrated from a small vil- ing her tenure, Maria contributed A. Komosa, Director of Finance join in a procession led by a dziadek Alliance. Illinois Governor Bruce lage in the Malopolskie region of significantly to Polonia’s cultural Andrew Zapalski, and Director of (old man), who carries a hobo stick Rauner appointed Leslie Geissler Poland. They first established their life, by nurturing the Polish spirit, Special Projects Charles Cwiakala. with a fish attached to its end. In the Munger as Illinois State Comptrol- delicatessen business in 1972 at safeguarding historical records of ler on January 12, 2015, after the the corner of Roscoe and Laramie, Polish and Polish American history, untimely death of incumbent Judy in the St. Ladislaus Church area and helping to elevate the PMA to oleman Baar Topinka. on the northwest side of Chicago. world-class status. Through her C The meeting highlighted the im- The family sold a variety of smoke leadership, a completely redesigned alut

B portance of open communication meats and other delicacies to Polish state-of-of-the art Paderewski Room between Illinois government and and non-Polish customers. In 1980, was realized, the outstanding Ste- Polish American community lead- they moved the sausage shop to the phen and Elizabeth Ann Kusmierc- eraldine : G ers during these stressful economic Belmont location. zak Fourth Floor Art Gallery was times. The Board discussed the The Luszcz family sold its Bel- hoto completed, the PMA’s first floor en- P state’s financial situation and sug- mont location to Carnicerias Ji- trance was updated, a new and easi- gested strategies for tackling the menez, a Mexican grocery chain. ly accessible first floor gift shop was challenges ahead. The group spoke The host of “Bizarre Foods with An- installed, and the Rare Books Room about the effects of state payment drew Zimmern” on the Travel Chan- of the PMA Library was added to delays and shared details for mini- nel visited Gene’s to sample kiszka, the museum. These improvements mizing financial hardships for non- Polish . brought in scores of international profits. Future meetings will be held Derek also announced that visitors to the PMA. to ensure an ongoing dialogue. Gene’s has collaborated with the Although Maria’s presence in Chicago Polonia has, at times, gone Śledź participants. GENE’S SAU- unnoticed and underappreciated, her SAGE SHOP relentless commitment and sincere CHICAGO SOCIETY CELE- past, the procession would travel CLOSED, BUT compassion in preserving Polish BRATES “ŚLEDŹ.” Many celebrat- from house to house, receiving gifts YET OPEN. Af- culture has made her an outstanding ed Shrove Tuesday and Pączki Day, of food and drink along the way. In ter a successful diplomat for many of the accom- here in Chicago. A traditional Polish Poland, kulig, or the carnival ride, 35-year run, the plishments of Chicago Polonia. She Śledź was held by the Chicago Soci- was a procession of colorfully deco- popular Gene’s will continue to be a Polish Ameri- ety (CS) of the Polish National Alli- rated sleighs. Prior to midnight on Sausage Shop & can community leader par excel- ance. Charles Komosa and Mark Shrove Tuesday, a platter of śledź Delicatessen, lo- lence, keeping Polonia connected Orwat acting as master of ceremo- would remain. In certain parts of cated on Belmont and vital within Chicago’s diverse nies hosted a party that included Poland, fried cakes, such as racuchy Avenue on Chi- ethnic community. śledź, music, cocktails, dinner, a (funnel cakes) or pączki would be cago’s Northwest served. Side, closed its Playful members of the Chicago doors on Janu- oleman

C Society recreated this tradition with ary 15, 2016. The Michael Dropka portraying the shop was always Gene’s on Belmont. alut B devil, Robert Groszek as an angel, easy to spot with its large Hereford Arcade Brewing Company of Chi- Romuald E. Matuszczak as Father cow sculpture that dominated the cago to create Gene’s Sausage Bock

eraldine Time, and Judge Edward and Mrs. outside of the store above the door. Beer. The beer is brewed from malt : G Alice Marsalek as the King and The Luszcz family owns Gene’s at smoked at Gene’s. The label fea-

hoto Queen of the Carnival, and the 2015 another newer location on Lincoln tures the likeness of Gene Luszcz P “St. Joseph,” Ryszard Jadczak, se- Avenue, which opened in 2009. The framed in kielbasa and wearing his lected John Cieslik as the 2016 “St. newer Lincoln Square store was the well-known white paper hat as he Joseph. “ Acting as pallbearers were former popular German-style Mey- sharpens a butcher’s knife. Ted Makarewicz, Ronald Topc- er’s Delicatessen. Gene’s has added Many Chicagoans remember the zewski, Rocky Nowaczyk, and L. an outdoor rooftop patio serving former Krakus Deli on Milwaukee Installation of Chicago Society officers and directors. Steve Rakowski. beer and grilled sausages. in Chicago’s Jefferson Park area. It The Chicago Society cordially According to Derek Luszcz, is rumored that Gene’s will open an- traditional Chicago Society pag- invites you to its Pre-Primary Gene’s son and co-owner, “My other store at this location soon. 2016 Chicago Society Inau- eant, and loads of wonderful pączki, Election Candidates’ Corned Beef parents are both in good health and gural Ball. On January 23, the on February 9. Guests travelled to and Cabbage Dinner on Thurs., they’ve spent 44 years working hard DID YOU KNOW? “Rezurek- Chicago Society (CS) of the Polish the LaVilla Restaurant in Chicago, March 10, at the AAC Eagles Club, at their stores, so they’ve decided to National Alliance (PNA) held its an- cja” (literally: Resurrection) is for the festive evening. Some who 5844 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Chi- take a little time for themselves.” the name of an early morning nual Inaugural Ball at Café LaCave were there had never attended such cago. The cost is $40.00 per person. But his parents, Gene and Alice will in Des Plaines, Illinois. This year, Easter Mass that begins at the a party, or even knew that this Pol- This is perennially a sold-out event, still be spending some time at the crack of dawn with an outdoor the CS honored its persons of the ish tradition exists. so reservation and pre-payment are Lincoln Avenue location. year: Edward H. Marsalek, retired Eucharistic procession that thrice Dinner started with sledź (her- required. No tickets will be sold at “We want everyone to under- encircles the church. Cook County judge, Ronald “Top- ring) as an appetizer. After dinner, the door. Contact Charles Komosa stand that our products have not POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MARCH 2016 www.polamjournal.com 17

CULTURAL TELEGRAM / Kasia Romanowska SPOTLIGHT ON LONG ISLAND / Barbara Szydlowski Pulaski Parade Committee Names Dr. Koch-Kapturski Grand Marshal

Titanic — The Exhibition RAMPA RADIO PHOTO: It’s been nearly 20 years since He recently headlined the twelve- NEW YORK along with 35 other women by As- James Cameron’s Titanic premier show “Operation Laughter” tour — “Celebrating semblywoman Shavonda Sumter in 1997. Yet the fascination with the for U.S. troops in the Middle East Polish American of District 35. She was given the luxury ship dates back much earlier. and Africa. Davis’ “dirty but smart” Youth in Honor of “Women in Excellence” during Titanic sank on April 15, 1912. In sense of humor has earned him an World Youth Day, Women’s History Month 2012. one month, in the Palace of Cul- Editor’s Choice on Sony Crackle. Krakow, Poland” A music performance by pianist ture and Science, viewers can see com, and has taken him to eight is the theme for Wayne Wenc and entertainment by the exhibition titled Titanic. Cabins countries with repeat performances the 2016 General the Gorale Dancers was enjoyed and corridors of the world’s most fa- in over 150 cities. Pulaski Parade, by all in attendance.The event was mous ship will be displayed on over His material relies on everything to be held Oct. 2, hosted by General Pulaski Memo- 2,000 sq. m. Viewers will also have from hunting and Harry Potter to on Fifth Avenue, rial Parade committee President the opportunity to see the famous retro clothing and homophobia of New York City. Richard Zawisny. The master of stairs to the ballroom. Arabs. The show in English will be The sashing of ceremonies was Peter Eagler. The exhibition will feature more yet another organized by Stand-up the 2016 Pulaski MARCH BABIES. Fryderyk Cho- than 200 original objects donated by Polska after the one with Dylan Mo- parade marshal, pin was born on March 1, 1810. the heirs of survivors of the disaster. ran in November. Dr. K, Dr. Donna A composer and pianist, his music Viewers will be able to take a close Koch-Kapturski, was deeply influenced by his Polish look at the tableware, jewelry, gar- Women of no significance took place at the roots. Its beauty and lyricism still ments, letters, diaries and postcards in Dramatyczny Theater. Consulate General speaks to all men. He was perfec- written by the passengers. Each of Women with no significance (Ko- of the Republic tion itself, and only gave 30 public the objects will be accompanied by biety bez znaczenia) is a new play of Poland in New Dr. Donna Koch Kapturski and family. performances. He died in 1849 and the story of the owner. in Dramatyczny Theater. Based on York, on Jan. 21. Union Bogdan Chmielewski; and was buried in France. The exhibit, Titanic, the Exhibi- works of British playwright Alan Family, friends and members from television news anchor, correspon- Casimir Pulaski was born on tion will be on display on the fourth Bennett, it opened at the Dramatyc- various Polish organizations were dent, radio host, and author Rita March 6, 1745. He was a fiery sol- floor of the Palace from April 9 to zny Theater in Warsaw, Feb. 19. welcomed by the Consul General Cosby. dier, who fought courageously but October 9. Tickets can be bought The play is all about a dramatic Urszula Gacek. Dr. Koch, a resident of Garfield, unsuccessfully to save Poland from on www.bilety.cojestgrane24.pl or life of two lonely women, forming At the most recent Parade Com- N.J., was born in Passaic, New Jer- partitioning powers. In July 1777, www.wystawatitanic.com.pl. Nor- moving portraits of characters. The mittee meeting, Parade Committee sey to Polish immigrant parents. Dr. he came to America to offer his ser- mal price of 39.99 PLN, reduced play is comprise of parallel mono- President Richard Zawisny request- Koch is married, and a mother of vices in the war for independence price 29.99 PLN. logues of two extremely different ed a moment of silence for the pass- three children. She moved to Gar- and as a cavalry general. He won women who do not want to dissolve ing of the 1996 grand marshal, Regi- field following her medical school distinction in numerous campaigns. American Stand-up Co- into nothingness. One of them is a na Kujawa Kowal. Following, 2015 residency in 2001, whereby she Vince Boryla, born March 11, median to Perform in Po- clerical worker with a boring life, parade marshal Artur Dybanowski established a family medicine prac- 1927, is a retired Polish American land. Stand-up Polska invited an the other, a working class woman relinquished his sash to Dr. Koch. tice. As a resident of Garfield, she basketball player … On March 13, American stand-up comedian Matt who is not afraid to speak up. Among the honorable guests in at- has given the children of the com- 1884, U.S. Army Gen. Joseph Bar- Davis to perform In Poland. Davis is Women with no significance was tendance were the past grand mar- munity a tutoring program called zynski was born. … On March 26, a firm believer that nothing is sacred directed by theater director Grze- shals Senator Ray Lesniak of New “Essential Piece,” where she men- 1932 former Lt. Governor of New ... nothing is safe. With over one gorz Chrapkiewicz. The main char- Jersey; founder of the Guardian tors high school students who dem- York Mary Anne Krupsak was million online video views and five acters are played by Małgorzata Ni- Angels, Curtis Sliwa; Stanley Tro- onstrate an interest in the medical born ... Former NFL football quar- full-length comedy albums, Davis is emirska and Halina Łabonarska. janiak; Darius Knapik; president profession. terback was born on known for his dark and dirty humor. of the Polish Slavic Federal Credit In 2012, Dr. Koch was honored March 23, 1951 … Two gentlemen share the same birthdate on March 28: Sen. Frank Murkowski of Karski’s Life Told in Illustration Alaska (1933) and Zbigniew Brzez- JUPITER, Fla. — The Jan Kar- 15 books about and integrity, as exemplified by the a Secret State. inski, political scientist, statesman, ski Educational Foundation an- the Holocaust life of Karski. The Foundation is of- If you are an educator and would and geostrategist (1928). nounces the publication of the long- and Jewish his- fering the new book to educators to like to obtain copies for your class- anticipated illustrated book Karski’s tory. The bold use in the classroom, especially on room, please contact the Foundation HAPPY EASTER. The egg has been Mission: To Stop the Holocaust, and dramatic il- middle and high school level, in ad- at [email protected], or write to: a centerpiece of Easter customs based on the true story of Jan Karski lustrations were dition to other resources, including Jan Karski Educational Foundation, for centuries. Egg-rolling contests, (1914-2000), a Polish Catholic and drawn by Dean Karski’s wartime memoir Story of a P.O. Box 192, Jupiter, FL 33468. egg hunts and egg dying all have member of the Polish Underground Motter, an art- Secret State, educational packet and Karski’s Mission: to Stop the their European counterparts. The decoration of eggs is particularly during World War II, who risked his ist, writer and others. Holocaust was underwritten by the life to carry his eyewitness account designer, best Students will be attracted to the common, with styles ranging from Jan Karski Educational Founda- pastel monotones (most common in of the ongoing slaughter of the Jews known for the fast-paced narration and engag- tion (Fundacja Edukacyjna Jana in Nazi-occupied Poland to Allied comic book sensation, Mister X. ing illustrations and the book will the United States), to the elaborate Karskiego), and The Association of leaders. The book has been published in two serve as an effective tool to help filigree work of the Ukraine and The text of this 28-page comic language versions, English and Pol- them learn about Humanity’s Hero, Friends of the Polish History Mu- Poland, which makes it traditional book was written by Dr. Rafael ish. as well as expand their knowledge seum. Additional funding for the pisanki. 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SYBIRACY / Stefania Borstowa Trying to Stay Clean in Unsanitary Conditions During Kazakhstan’s Winter “Sibracy” (Poles exiled to Siberia during where behind the barn. There is not even one and hands are bare and frozen, since they are gone since it is too cold for them in winter. World War II) is written by Stefania Borstowa. simple toilet in the whole village of Krutoyar- covered in snow. Misha is a very healthy boy, Since it is too cold in the farming building, Borstowa, her children and Marysia, a home ka! The slogan of local people is “You pee does not suffer any colds or other infections our hosts keep twelve chicken and one rooster servant, were deported from Lvov to Kru- where you stand.” as like living in the extreme conditions im- in their living room. The rooster is very ac- toyarka, a small village in Ka- zakstan. Soon We see the smelly traces of human pres- proves his immune system. tive, he wakes us up with his “cock-a-doodle- after the Soviet Union invasion, her husband ence everywhere. Before we go out we have It is good when the stomach works well, doo” every morning. We are relatively lucky, was sent to the labor camp in Eastern Siberia to dress warm, put on felt boots, sheepskin because if it does not, there is a problem. I since other Poles live in the houses where and died of dys entery, but she did not know coat and the thick headscarf. Then we look am going to describe what Marysia had to their hosts have calves, lambs or kids (small about it until after World War II. for the intimate and calm corner which is not go through. She had a bad diarrhea and she goats) at homes. Can you imagine the odor of easy, since there is a wind blowing almost ev- had to run back and forth outside the whole all of these animals? Especially since it is too Please: read this letter after you already erywhere; the snow also blows into the bot- time during one winter day and night. After freezing to open the windows or doors. finished your last meal. I only share these tom where we expose it. After we are done 24 hours her “behind” was cut by frost and The worst are the evenings for us. We can reflections with few of you and please, keep we run like madmen back to the house, since wind so badly that it looked like liver-colored. use only one hour of oil lamp light per day, it to yourself. Please, attach this letter to all it is a Siberian cold outside. When we are fi- We used ointment and some baby powders to since it is impossible to get any more oil. We the previous records of my life in Kazakh- nally in, we put on underwear and stand for soothe it. use this light to eat supper snack and clean stan. It is a bit rude and written in a common a couple of minutes next to the kitchen oven One of our daily chores is picking up head ourselves a bit. We can use soap only once per language, which I don’t used on daily basis. to heat up the frozen bottoms and peripherals. lice. I always check Tereska, my daughter, week and change the personal cloths once per I hope you would not keep it against me. I Jedrek, my youngest, is the only privileged and I usually find 5-8 lice daily. It is not a sur- two weeks. We are usually in bed by 6 p.m. have to share it with you, otherwise I would one, since he is using a potty. But Mischa, prise since she goes to school daily, where she and telling the stories. Jedrek asks us to tell choke up. a son of our hosts, the same age as Jedrek, interacts with other kids. The school building stories about Poland. I and Marysia try to find runs outside regardless of the weather. When has immense never ending supplies of lice. something interesting to say every night about Excerpt from the letter written in Decem- Mischa is ready to do his business outside, Jedrek also catch some lice, although his hair how it was in Poland before the war and how ber 15, 1940: he takes off his shorts and thick stockings at is almost completely shaven. God bless, our it will be after the war. The happy end usually It is a winter time and a day starts at 8 am. home, put on felt boots, gloves, coat, a head house does not have any clothing lice, since includes information that there will be always There is no need to wake up earlier since it cap and runs outside. After a few minutes we we scratched and cleaned the walls when we bread, sugar and wine in Poland. After 2-3 is still dark. We eat breakfast like hungry hear a cry of poor Mischa. We open the door moved here. Bedbugs usually do not disturb hours of storytelling, we all go to sleep. wolves, then we have to go “to the yard,Baba and see a picture of misery. Mischa holds his us also, but even one is enough, to wake me Reprinted courtesy of Jaga’s Polish Cul- Jagans we need to relieve ourselves, some- shoes in one hand, gloves in the other, feet up from a deep sleep. Fleas are temporarily ture Website at: www.polishsite.us. 18 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MARCH 2016

THE PONDERING POLE / Ed Poniewaz A Polish Pro-lifer, in More Ways than One Spring. Easter. For Christians, it is a state of mind. The definition of to humanity, including in the realm Auschwitz could represent an ac- is the time of Resurrection and new contraception uses the words inhib- of Pro-life. Recently I finished read- tive asset; for the most part peo- life. Life. it, prevent, or restrict and this affects ing the excellent book, The Aus- ple felt that everyone there was Are you Pro-life? the smallest child all the way up to chwitz Volunteer: Beyond Bravery, a skeleton whom it was pointless Most of the thinking around the the most rugged man. The denoue- Captain Witold Pilecki, Prisoner and useless to rescue. sanctity of life usually begins and ment of the sermon was his personal No. 4859 (Aquila Polonica, 2012). “It was bitter listening to this centers on abortion. I prefer the story of intervention and how much Some might think it strange to use while looking at the lads’ brave comprehensive approach that the he loves receiving “grace” in his a concentration camp experience as faces.” Catholic Church espouses, from life, Grace, in the form of a bubbly an example for Pro-life but I think cradle to grave and everything in be- and beautiful little girl. this comparison to the abortion in- Witold Pilecki was fighting not tween. Two people said things that I dustry is real and fits. only for his life but the life of his think are interesting perspectives on The other reference that had Just as the fences around Aus- comrades, and the life of the nation. the right to life and especially on the a good “everything in between” chwitz blocked all civil normalcy He was fighting for life. So many of “in between” part. sentiment was a speech by the Re- and German Nazism was contra- us Poles give in to the contraception I have heard a lot of stirring publican candidate Carly Fiorina. ception to all the life outside of of our self-respect and dignity and homilies over the years but the one She spoke of her early experience in the sphere of Hitler’s terrible cult, accept restrictions and inhibitions Kamil and Celeste Kuczewski, with I heard on Pro-life Sunday this past the business world and how at one the “haftlings” (camp inmates and imposed upon us by society and the baby Bolek. January brought me, and brought point she was told to “settle” into a prisoners) were like feint heartbeats greater world in which we live. Pro- most everyone at Mass to tears. As position and go along with the sta- inhabiting the inner sanctum of that life is about birth, family, language, their beautiful little boy. proof, turning around for the hand- tus quo. She explained how happy awful place of death. Not knowing culture, death, and the remembrance v v v shake of peace I was surprised to she was to have never “settled” for what lay before him, Pilecki vol- and the history of all of them. Cradle Wesolego Alleluja to all of the find that the two girls sitting behind things she thought could be im- unteered to be captured and sent to grave and all that is in between. Polish American Journal subscrib- me were still teary-eyed and sob- proved or for outcomes that could to Auschwitz to report to the Pol- Captain Pilecki rejected the forces ers! Have a chocolate marshmellow . Instead of beating us over the be better. Whatever your opinion ish government and the allies what of contraception in his world and he egg for me and I hope you embrace head with “abortion is bad, abortion about Carly, I think it is safe to say was going on in the camp. The book certainly did not settle in accepting all aspects of life including the var- is bad,” Father Dan Shaughnessy she has a fire in her belly for life and is his diary of his incarceration in- it. Should we? ied and beautiful traditions and cus- asked all of us to consider the under- what it has to offer. side the camp and it is obvious he v v v toms that have been handed down to lying meaning for the act of abor- There are countless examples was engaged fully in completing Polish babes and babies. you from our ancestors. tion, which is the surrender to con- of Poles that embraced life in all of the mission. The following excerpt Wow! Lindsay Czarniak born in v v v traception, not only of the physical, its fullness, became successful, and from the 1942 chapter confirms this Harrisburg, Pa., Nov. 7, 1977 has If you have a thought about this of pills, but the contraception that made any number of contributions as Captain Pilecki reflects on the re- been employed in a number of tele- month’s topic, have a question, or action of new captures from Warsaw vision sports related programs in- have interesting facts to share, con- (page 242): cluding reporting on the 2008 Sum- tact me at: Edward Poniewaz, 6432 “My comrades whom I have mer Olympics, NASCAR Sprint Marmaduke Avenue, St. Louis, MO POLISH AMERICAN mentioned and who had come in Cup Series, and as a host on ESPN’s 63139; email alinabrig@yahoo. from Warsaw … remarked that SportsCenter. Beautiful Polish name com. N.B. 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BOOKS IN BRIEF/ Mary Lanham Salt to the Sea and Kaleidoscope of Poland: A Cultural Encyclopedia Salt to the Sea inevitable. With here.” have been the top of dozens of best ages of a particular region, food, or by Ruta Sepetys each turn of the Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys book lists, both nationally and inter- person. It also contains a timeline Philomel Books, 2016, 391 pps. page, the sus- is one book that can’t be missed and nationally. Sepetys currently lives in of Polish historical months, Polish 375 Hudson Street pense builds, is available at Barnes & Noble and Nashville, Tenn.. literary figures, and Polish rulers; New York, NY 10014 keeping the Amazon.com. major national and regional Polish PhilomelBooks.com reader guess- Note: This review is based on the Kaleidoscope of Poland: uprisings; and indexes both English On January 30, 1945, a German ing as to their advance uncorrected galley. A Cultural Encyclopedia and Polish. military transport ship, the Wilhelm pasts and their By Oscar E. Swan This reference book on Poland is Gustloff was sunk by a Soviet sub- futures. About the author. Ruta Sepetys University of Pittsburgh definitely one you need to keep on marine. Of the 10,582 on board, ap- The author is the author of the New York Times Press, 2015, 366 pps. hand. Kaleidoscope of Poland: A proximately 9,400 perished, most of paints realistic, Bestseller, Between Shades of Gray 7500 Thomas Blvd. Cultural Encyclopedia by Oscar E. these were civilians and the major- three-dimensional individuals with as well as Out of the Easy. Origi- Pittsburgh, PA 15260 Swan is available from the Univer- ity of them were children. Inspired fluid prose. Emilia’s cautious hope nally from Detroit, Sepetys is the UPress.pitt.edu sity of Pittsburgh Press and Ama- by this mostly unknown tragedy, for the future and struggle to remain daughter of a Lithuanian refugee. In this in- zon.com Ruta Sepetys pens a tale about four brave is plainly expressed as is Al- She earned her B.S. in interna- troduction to teenagers whose fates are tied to this fred’s delusion of importance. The tional finance from Hillsdale Col- all things Pol- About the author. With over fif- maritime disaster. excerpt below of one of Emilia’s lege. In 1994, she started an en- ish, everything teen books and numerous journal ar- Sepetys reveals the stories of chapters typifies the Sepetys’s writ- tertainment managing firm in Los about Poland’s ticles, Swan is a professor of Slavic Emilia, a Polish fifteen year-old; ing style. Angeles. Sepetys is the director of culture both his- languages and literatures at the Uni- Joana, a repatriated Lithuanian; Flo- “‘Per aspera ad astra, Papa,’ I the nonprofit group that focuses on torical and mod- versity of Pittsburgh. He has earned rian, a secretive Prussian; and Al- whispered. Through hardship to the fundraising for music education. In ern from Armia an A.B. from Princeton and both an fred, a Nazi sailor through rotating stars. It was a Latin phrase he used 2013, she was awarded Lithuania’s Krajowa, the M.A. and Ph.D. from the University chapter snippets that focus on one whenever I complained that some- Cross of the Knight of the Order by Polish under- at California, Berkeley. His many character at a time. These snippets thing was difficult. Where was my the president of Lithuania for her ground military during World War awards include the Polonian of the sometimes a couple of pages, some- father now? Could he ever have cultural contributions to bring to at- II to pierogi (no explanation need- Year Award from the Pittsburgh Pol- times only one line, slowly bring imagined things would be this dif- tention to the history of totalitarian- ed) to Zakopane, a town located in ish Cultural Council and the Poloni- to each character’s secrets to the ficult? I looked up at the sky, won- ism in the Baltics. Her novels have the Tatra Mountains, has an entry. cum Award from the University of surface as they journey toward the dering if the stars would be pretty won awards and nominations and Many entries are punctuated by im- Warsaw. Josaphat’s, the families formed a committee and Polonia Places appealed to Bishop Foley for a parish of their “Little Poland” Gregory L. Witul own. On July 8, 1898, with the blessing of the Sets Fine Example Bishop, the former Beth-El Lutheran Church and NEW BRITAIN, Conn. — For Saint Stanislaus school at the corner of Medbury and Dubois was the past 10 years, Little Poland has purchased. Four days later Fr. Francis Gzella was served as a blueprint for turning assigned to the group and St. Stanislaus Bishop around a neighborhood, and plenty Catholic Church & Martyr parish was born. 5818 Dubois Street of notable politicians and other dig- When the new church was dedicated at the Detroit, Michigan nitaries have seen it for themselves, end of July, 20,000 spectators lined the street as Status: Closed thanks to Adrian Baron. a parade of 8,000 marched by, representing Pol- “It started as an informal thing,” ish organizations, religious societies, and par- said Baron, a local attorney who has For many in Polonia, Easter means traveling ishes. In the three years that followed, the Polish great distances to celebrate traditions with fami- been involved in “reclaiming the population around St. Stanislaus grew steadily neighborhood.” ly. It’s preparing the Easter basket, sitting around and the school was expanded. Soon this expan- talking to rarely seen aunts and great uncles, A decade ago, Tim O’Brien, a sion wouldn’t be enough as parish enrollment former mayor and city councilor, and reminiscing about the past. It also means exploded from 700 families in 1905 to nearly attending morning Mass at the same church as asked Baron to give a tour of the 1,500 in 1910. On August 1, 1911, a ground- neighborhood. your parents, grandparents, great-grandparents, breaking ceremony was held for a new St. Stan- or great-great-grandparents. Sitting in the same Since then, he has given about pew as them, looking at the same a dozen more tours to members of stained glass windows as them, U.S. Congress, the Polish ambassa- St. Stanislaus Church in the 1930s. having an uninterrupted connection dor, members of the Parliament of to people who lived 135 years ago. 1945, the Edsel Ford Freeway created an auto- Poland, members of the Japanese Sadly for others, like the families motive moat separating St. Stanislaus from many Delegation to the United States, and of St Stanislaus in Detroit, that con- of its parishioners. This coupled with population other well-known figures. nection is gone and can never be changes led to a decline in the parish. In 1968, “The tour usually starts in my regained. the grade school was closed which was followed law office,” Baron said. “We have a In the late 1890s, Poles began by the high school in 1974. number of reproductions of famous settling in the northeastern reaches Despite the Interstate and closings, the late Polish paintings.” of Detroit. The Roman Catholics 1970s saw a great resurgence at St. Stanislaus. Baron said tours then proceed to living in this sparsely populated Under the leadership of Fr. Charles Szezesny, the shops, markets and other business- frontier had to travel to St. Alber- parish held festivals, dances, and open houses that es. The store owners frequently tell tus or St. Josaphat for their spiri- drew people in. The stories and share a few laughs with tual needs. The weekly, two and a influx of funds from their visitors. half mile round trip walk for Mass the events allowed the “We’ve, in a sense, reclaimed the wasn’t too strenuous during the parish to remodel and neighborhood,” Baron said. “We’re summer, but the daily walk for the repair the 70 year-old proud of it. We turned the pawn school children, especially in win- church. In the middle shops and strip clubs into restau- ter, was a point of concern for fami- of the church revital- rants, law firms and delis.” lies. Working with a priest from St. ization, Fr. Szezesny Most visitors, Baron said, are in A bird’s eye view of the St. Stanislaus campus from 2015. died of a heart attack in awe of how the section of the city July 1981. His replace- dubbed Little Poland could so close- islaus Church. Designed in ly resemble an old-time neighbor- the Baroque style by Harry ment, Fr. Joseph Grzyb saw the oncoming Po- hood — one where bread is bought J. Rill, the new house of in one place, meat in another and worship would have Amer- letown Assembly Plant as a possible boost for baked goods somewhere else. ican-made stained glass, “A lot of ethnic neighborhoods elaborate murals, and a the neighborhood and continued on Fr. Szez- have lost that,” Baron said. “This seating capacity of 1,500. one has retained its character.” The completed church cost esny’s work. By 1983, the work Baron said he, along with the $134,957 or $3,470,000 in Polish American Foundation, are 2016 dollars. was done, but the GM plant didn’t bring hoping to continue the tours and With its new building, St. give them to more well-known fig- Stanislaus began a Golden prosperity but further decline. In 1989 there ures, including celebrities and ath- Age. More Polish families letes of Polish descent. moved into the area, finding were only 289 families jobs in the auto industry and and the Archdiocese DID YOU KNOW? filling the pews to the point of Detroit decided to A window of St. Stan- • “Mazurek” is the name of both that new churches had to be close the parish. In islaus raising Peter a folk dance of Poland’s north- established. There were so July of the same year, from the dead found in ern Mazury region (known in many Poles that the whole the entire parish com- the church. English as the mazurka) and area took on the moniker plex with buildings by a flat Easter sheet cake served of Poletown. The parish Harry J. Rill and Kastler & Hunter were placed cut into squares. sailed through the Great on the National Register of Historic Places. The • Horseradish (chrzan), a typical Depression and Second church made headlines again in 2014 when it was Easter condiment, symbolizes World War. It would be the sold for $45,000 or just 1.29% of its original cost one of the bitter herbs of the postwar years that would be when adjusted for inflation. biblical Passover, The interior of the church during the 80th anniversary Mass in 1978. the most difficult. Started in 22 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MARCH 2016

GENEALOGY / Stephen M. Szabados SCHOLARSHIPS Important News for Genealogy Software Users Study in Poland This Summer Family TreeMaker (FTM) has been discontinued. you to lose your work because your operating system NEW YORK — The Kosciusz- PAAA OFFERS $5K. The Pol- Sales for this product stopped on December 31, 2015. updates may cause FTM to turn off and not allow you ko Foundation is accepting appli- ish American Arts Association of How will this action affect your genealogical re- to save your files in a transferable format. cations for summer study programs Washington, D.C. offers a scholar- search? I use FTM because the software allows the download at the Jagiellonian University in ship up to $5,000.00 to undergradu- In 2016, FTM users will see no change when they and merging of documents and citations to my FTM Krakow. Undergraduate students ates and graduates of Polish de- open up their FTM files. trees on my hard drive. Without the merging function of have the opportunity to earn college scent. If more than one are granted In 2017, the FTM software will continue to function, FTM, there is no reason to have an Ancestry subscrip- credit while studying language and for a calendar year, the amount may but support for the product will cease. However, I am tion to manage your Ancestry documents offline. Free courses such as history, literature, change. The student must: be a resi- not sure if the link to Ancestry.com will also be turned access to these databases can be found in most libraries. and contemporary Poland. dent in the D.C., Maryland, or Vir- off in 2017. The link to Ancestry.com affects two func- Ancestry seems to want everyone to use their online Students of Polish descent have ginia; attend an accredited universi- tions in the FTM software. First, the link allows FTM to family trees. I have online trees on Ancestry but prefer the opportunity to apply for funding ty or college; be a U.S. citizen; have sync with your online trees and keep both updated. The to use offline software to edit the family trees that I use to attend the Jagiellonian Universi- a minimum GPA with the promise second function allows the ability to search the data- for my research. I feel that offline genealogy products ty’s programs via the Foundation’s of a successful future. bases and allows you to download and merge informa- have better navigation, and their reports are easier to Tomaszkiewicz-Florio Scholar- A full list of requirements and an tion, documents and source citations automatically to read and print. I used my online trees only as a billboard ship. Candidates must be at least Application Form are available on your FTM trees. It is not clear what will happen in 2017 to attract other researchers to exchange information. 18 years of age by the first day of the PAAA website www.paaa.us/ to these two functions, but I believe the sync function Sometime in the future, I will begin using another the program and have a high school scholarship/. will disappear, and the merge function may continue to genealogy software program, and it will be important diploma. Undergraduate students work. that it have the ability to access information from online are also eligible. Two letters of rec- KARAMANOUKIAN SCHOLAR- At some point in the future, we may be forced to databases. Roots Magic, Legacy, and Ancestral Quest ommendation, transcripts showing SHIP PRESENTED. Dr. Hratch L. switch software because updates to our computer’s op- are products that have received good reviews and also a minimum GPA of 3.0, an essay, Karamanoukian and the Vein Treat- erating systems will degrade the functionality of FTM. allow access to Ancestry.com and Familysearch.org. I and financial need are part of the re- ment Centers of Clarence and Wil- The timing of the switch should be considered care- have tested RootsMagic, and I was able to merge in- quirements for scholarship funding. liamsville, N.Y. will offer its 5th an- fully because of what you may lose in the transfer of formation that I found on these databases to my Roots- The deadline to apply for a nual General Pulaski Association, your files. FTM saves its files in a format that will not Magic family tree. All three of these programs offer a scholarship is April 13. Classes Inc. $1,000 college scholarship at be compatible with other genealogy software, and the free version which you can be download and test. The begin in July. Programs include the Gen. Pulaski Installation, Fri., transfer of family data has to be done using the GED retail versions offer more reports and the ability to print language classes, afternoon classes March 4, 2016 at the Millennium format. Users of FTM 2012 and FTM 2014 will be able your reports. on Polish history, workshops, Pol- Hotel, Cheektowaga. to export their media files along with their tree informa- If you are going to change software today, I recom- ish traditions, three meals a day, a Criteria for the Pulaski Scholar- tion to the GEDCOM file, and the transfer will be rela- mend you choose from the three products listed above. shared room, and sightseeing on ship donated by Dr. Karamanoukian tively painless. However users of older FTM versions If you wait, you may have more options available but weekends. Airfare is at the student’s include: applicant must be a child or will not be able to export their media data, and the most recognize the risk of losing some of your information. expense. grandchild of a U.S. armed forces important part of your research has to be added manu- v v v Additional details regarding how veteran and be of Polish descent; ally to your new software. Stephen M. Szabados is a prominent genealogist, to apply for a scholarship and fur- composition of a 200-word essay; Waiting may help this problem if apps can be de- and the author of four books, “Finding Grandma’s Eu- ther details regarding courses may involvement in Polonia; support of veloped to extract the media files from FTM 2011 (and ropean Ancestors,” “Find Your Family History,” “Pol- be found at www.thekf.org/kf/pro- U.S. military; and a letter of recom- older) versions. However, waiting too long may cause ish Genealogy,” and “Memories of Dziadka.” grams/study/ mendation.

POLISH CAN BE FUN / Robert Strybel GENEALOGY NOTEBOOK

Roving Ambassadors tially save a family member’s life data records (contained in 45+ data- tomorrow. Polish Easter Greetings CHICAGO — If you’re looking base tables) from its old website to Consequently, while collecting for some personal help with your the new site. Whether greeting your grand- Easter breakfast and a wet family history details, take note family research, there are none bet- To use the search engine enter mother in person, or sending cards Drencher’s Monday!) of your ancestor’s overall health. ter than Polish Genealogical Society your key word(s) in the “Search to family back in Poland, here are • Najserdeczniejsze życzenia About.com suggests using the tra- of America members Richard and Term” window, select one of six some common Easter greetings you wielkanocne zasyła Wam ditional family tree format with Teresa Lach to answer your ques- can share to make the holiday even Wszystkim ... ** squares for men and circles for “Search Types” and click on the tions and offer suggestions. more special. (Most cordial Easter wishes from women, and symbols (medical or Search button. The search engine They will be at the following • Wesołego Alleluja!* ...) your own) to indicate health issues. will automatically scan all of our events in the coming months (look (Happy Easter; literally: You needn’t include names since it’s online records and retrieve those for them at the PGSA booth): Happy Alleluia!) * All the greetings marked with an only the relationships that matter. that match your search criteria. March 19, 2016, South Bend • Zdrowych i spokojnych Świąt asterisk (*) can be followed by To read more go to http://geneal- Your results will vary depending on “życzy” (if one person or a family Area Genealogical Society, St. Jo- Wielkanocnych!* ogy.about.com/od/health_history/ whether or not you’re logged in as a (Healthy and peaceful is doing the wishing) or “życzą” seph County Public Library, 304 S. (if more than one are involved). Main St., South Bend, Ind. PGSA member. Easter Holidays!) New Officers • Wesołych Świąt Examples April 8-9, 2016. State Wielkanocnych!* • Wesołego Alleluja or Genealogical Society. Plaza Hotel The Polish Genealogical Soci- SURNAME CORNER (Happy Easter Holidays!) Radosnych i pogodnych Świąt & Suites. 201 N. 17th Ave., Wausau, ety of New York State announced • Radosnych i pogodnych Świąt Wielkanocnych życzy Wujek Wisc. its officers and trustees for 2016: Discover the Meaning Wielkanocnych!* Adam or Rodzina Kowalskich Denise Oliansky (president), Sher- (Joyful and tranquil (Wishing you a Happy Easter Uncovering Your Family ry Sojka (vice-president), Dolores of Your Polish Name Easter Holidays!) or Joyous and pleasant Medical History Ferguson (secretary), Chuck Pyrak Consider a unique and memo- • Z okazji Święta Easter Holidays – Uncle (treasurer), Jim Ciulis (trustee), You know you got your curly rable Christmas gift of Polish Zmartwychwstania Pańskiego Adam or the Kowalskis) Hank Kozlowski (trustee), Charlie red hair from your grandmother, heritage. giving a loved one the najukochańszej naszej Babuni • Wesołych Świąt Wielkanocnych Penasack (trustee), Maria Slomcze- and your prominent nose from your story of his or her Polish family życzymy obfitych łask Bożych i życzą Marysia i Janek or wski (trustee) and Maureen Gleason dad. However, these aren’t the only name is a gift that will long be stu lat życia! kochające dzieci. (trustee). Nicole Pohancsek dis- things you may have inherited from remembered and appreciated. It (On the Feast of our Lord’s (Wishing you Happy Easter cussed her recent trip to Poland at your family and in turn may pass will explain the surname’s mean- Resurrection we wish you, Holidays – Mary and Johnny or the group’s February 11th meeting along, ing, how it came about, how dearest Granny, God’s Your Loving Children.) in the Villa Maria College cafeteria Experts state that about 3000 of many people share it, where they abundant blessings and a in Cheektowaga. the 10,000 known diseases have ge- are from and whether a coat of hundred years of life!) ** All the asterisked greetings netic links, and that many diseases arms goes with it. • Dzieląc się jajkiem, myślami may be prefaced with PGSA Launches Website “run in families,” including colon The recipient will also get będziemy przy Was, życząc “Najserdeczniejsze życzenia” cancer, heart disease, alcoholism, Search Function a useful genealogical contact Wam Wesołego Alleluja i and followed by the name and high blood pressure. Creating a The Polish Genealogical So- chart which will put you him/ obfitych łask Bożych dla całej of the sender after: zasyła family health history can be a use- ciety of America (PGSA) has her in touch with genealogical Rodziny! (singular) or zasyłają (plural). ful tool to aid you and your medical launched its newly developed data- researchers who can help track (While sharing the egg, we will Example care provider in interpreting pat- base search engine. As part of this down your family records in Po- be with you in spirit, wishing • Najserdeczniejsze życzenia terns of health, illness and genetic extended development and testing, land as well as photograph and/or you a Happy Easter and the Wesołych Świąt Wielkanocnych traits for you and your descendants. the PGSA has uploaded and trans- videotape ancestral homesteads Lord’s abundant blessings oraz obfitych łask Bożych What you learn now could poten- ferred approximately 1.5 million and graves. for the whole Family!) zasyłają Babcia i Dziadziuś z For a custom-researched anal- • Chrystus Zmartwychwstał – Helenką. ysis of your family name, please Prawdziwie zmartwychwstał! (Heartfelt wishes for a Happy airmail a $19 personal or bank (Two-part responsorial greeting: Easter and God’s abundant (cashier’s) check or money or- Christ has risen – [response]: blessings from Granny, der* (adding $12 for each addi- Truly He has risen!) 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Advertise in the Polish American Henry R. Gabryszak, Municipal Judge, Active in Polonia Journal Classifi eds. $10.00 fl at fee BUFFALO, N.Y. — Henry R. tended School 57 and was a gradu- M. Dolores Denman. elected to the fi rst of four terms the plus $.30 per word. Flat fee waived Gabryszak, a retired municipal ate of Sloan High School and Bry- A lifelong Democrat, Gabryszak following year. He retired from the after fi rst insertion. Call (800) 422- judge and a force in Cheektowaga ant and Stratton Business Institute. inherited a love of politics from his Cheektowaga court in 1989 and 1275 or send with payment to: PAJ politics for half a century, died Jan. During World War II, he worked father, who had run unsuccessfully stepped down from the bench in Classifi eds, P.O. Box 271, North Bos- 25, 2016 in Sisters Hospital after a for a short time as an accounts clerk for offi ce in Buffalo. Shortly after Sloan in 1995. ton, NY 14110-0271. short illness. He was 90. in the Department of the Navy of- building a home in Sloan with help His son, Dennis, was Cheektow- Gabryszak, of Sloan, presided fi ces in Washington, D.C., but re- from friends, he ran for mayor of the aga supervisor from 1993 to 2006 LEgAL nOTiCE for 15 years in Cheektowaga Town turned to Buffalo to help his fam- village in 1953 and was elected, be- and served for seven years in the Buff alo United Charter School Court, one of Erie County’s busi- ily after his father became ill. He coming the youngest mayor in New state Assembly. 325 Manhattan Ave. est town courts, and for 28 years as helped operate his father’s tavern on York State at the time. He served for A longtime member of the Cho- Buff alo, NY 14214-1809 Sloan village justice. A judge who Broadway near the city line. one two-year term. pin Singing Society, Gabryszak 716-835-9862 PHONE took pride in the effi ciency of his He worked as a Cheektowaga He was fi rst elected Sloan village traveled with the group to perform 716-408-9575 FAX courtroom, in Sloan he once leaped police dispatcher, then became a justice in 1967 and unsuccessfully in Poland and at the Vatican in from the bench and subdued a de- stenographer for Buffalo City Court challenged longtime Cheektowaga Rome in 1984. At the Vatican, he re- OPEN ENROLLMENT NOTICE fendant who was attacking the po- Judge Michael E. Zimmer. Later he Supervisor Dan Weber in 1971. He ceived an audience with Pope John Open enrollment for the 2016- lice offi cer who arrested him. served as confi dential secretary and was appointed interim town justice Paul II, who blessed a photo of his 2017 academic school year ends Born in Buffalo, Gabryszak at- court reporter for then-City Judge in Cheektowaga in 1974 and was ailing grandson. He also sang with on 4/1/2016 at 5:00 p.m. Applica- Quo Vadis Choir and the choir at St. tions are available for grades K -8 Andrew’s Catholic Church, where and can be obtained at the school, Rev. Robert Grib, S.J., Missionary, Polka Drummer he was a parishioner. He also was at www.NHAschools.com or by PHOTO: GERALDINE BALUT COLEMAN BALUT GERALDINE PHOTO: a member of the St. Andrew’s Holy CHICAGO — Robert “Bob” ka played the upright bass fi ddle. calling 866-NHA-ENROLL. Should Name Society and worked as a vol- Grib, S.J., 75, was born in Chica- In 2004, Fr. Robert Grib, Fr. the number of applications re- unteer at its bingo games. go on March 31, 1940, and passed Philip Grib, Dr. Robert Dutka, and ceived during open enrollment During the early 1980s, he was away on January 25, 2016. Fr. Grib Ed Ptaszek formed the Brighton exceed available seats, a random- part of a group of Cheektowaga was member of the Society of Jesus Park Connection (BPC). They later selection drawing will be neces- residents who gathered clothing (Jesuits) for 57 years. He attended invited Tom Suroviak and Marty sary. The drawing, if needed, will and other items to send to Solidarity Five Holy Martyrs Grammar School Drazek into their band to enhance be held on 4/5/2016 at 1:30 p.m. protesters in Poland. in Chicago’s Brighton Park area and the polka sound. According to Dut- in the School MultiPurpose Room. graduated from St. Ignatius College ka, the backbone of the BPC was Applications received after open Prep High School in 1958. That certainly Grib with his enthusiasm Edward Dutkiewicz, enrollment will be accepted on a same year he entered the Jesuits in and love of polka music. fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis for Milford, Ohio. After taking his fi rst Father Bob Grib is survived by World War II Veteran remaining open seats. Waiting lists vows in 1960, he continued his stud- his brother, Philip Grib, S.J. (GBC). NEW BRITAIN, Conn. — Ed- will be formed accordingly. ies in the Chicago area, receiving a ward Paul Dutkiewicz, 98, passed master’s degree in philosophy. After returning to the United surrounded by his family on Feb. 8, NOTICE OF In 1965, he requested a mission States in 1996, Grib served as a Richard S. Gawronski, 2016. Born March 2, 1917, he was NONdISCRIMINATORY assignment to Patna, India. Grib re- pastor, substitute teacher, director Popular Accordionist a fi rst generation Polish American POLICY AS TO STUdENTS turned to Chicago for his ordination of retreats, and music minister. His in New Britain, Conn. At the age of Buff alo United Charter School NAUGATUCK, Conn.. — Rich in 1972. In 1973 he returned to India fi nal assignment was priest-in-resi- seven, his family moved to Berlin admits students of any race, color, Gawronski, accordionist and sound where he served as a parish priest, dence at St. Eugene Parish in Chi- where he helped his dad establish and nationality or ethnic origin to engineer for a youth director, and a teacher of cago, along with his brother, Philip The Connecticut Valley Orchard, a all the rights, privileges, programs, The Rich Bo- Jesuit novices. From 1978 - 85, Grib, S.J. In 2015, Grib moved to fruit farm business. By then he also and activities generally accorded binski Orches- Grib taught Hindi to Jesuit novices. the Jesuits’ Colombiere Center in had a paperboy route delivering lo- or made available to students at tra passed away Finally, from 1994-96, he was a di- Clarkston, Mich. for health reasons. cal newspapers. the school. It does not discriminate on Sat., Jan. 30, ocesan youth director. With this fi - While attending St. Ignatius At the age of 12, Ed and his father on the basis of intellectual or ath- 2016. He was nal assignment, Grib concluded his High School, the brothers Grib and planted seedling pine trees along the letic abilities, measures of achieve- 67. 31-year career in India. Many ac- Robert Dutka played together in railroad tracks. Once thought to be ment or aptitude, disability, status Gawronski knowledged that he probably spoke the Melody Knights Dance Band in destined as lumber for barns and as a handicapped person, home- was born on Oc- Hindi better than those native to the the 1950s. Bob played drums; Phil family homes, those stands of pines less status, English profi ciency, tober 7, 1948 in country. played the saxophone; and Bob Dut- remain today. religion, creed, race, sex, color, or Philadelphia, son of the late Stan- At the start of World War II, Ed national origin in administration ley and Veronica (Borek) Gawron- joined the Army, only to fi nd himself of its educational policies, admis- ski. He spent his younger years in as part of the new branch of service sions policies and athletic or other PAJ SUBSCRIPTION FORM Pennsylvania, and graduated from known as the Army Air Force. Ris- school-administered programs. Cardinal Dougherty High School in ing to the rank of fi rst lieutenant, he NEW SUBSCRIBER RENEWAL AddRESS Philadelphia and later received his was the navigator/radar operator on did YOu KnOw? Traditional Fill out form. 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POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL POLkA SHORTS Polkapalooza III ed, to celebrate 20 years of bringing their unique brand of polkas to their NICHOLS, N.Y. — Polka music fans. Joining the celebration will be will fi ll Tioga Downs, Sat., April 2, The Polka Country Musicians. as four polka bands take to the stage for a day packed with good times Polka Magic Joins and music. Cranesville Lineup Featured will be Joe Stanky & AMSTERDAM, N.Y. — The dEdICATEd TO THE PROMOTION ANd CONTINUANCE OF POLISH AMERICAN MUSIC The Cadets from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; Fritz’s Polka Band from 1:00- Cranesville Radio Network has 3:00 p.m.; Salt City Brass from added the award-winning Polka 3:00-5:00 p.m.; and John Stevens & Magic Radio Network to its weekly POLkA INSIdER / Steve Litwin Double Shot from 5:00-8:00 p.m. syndicated polka show broadcast on Emcees for the event will be lo- WIZR 930AM and 102.9FM (John- cal radio personalities, Roger Neel stown, N.Y.) and WKAJ 1120AM, Remembering the Late Stan Lachut and Bill Flynn. (St. Johnsville, N.Y.) each Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until noon. I fi rst experienced the Lachut Stan who produced that music and Admission is free. Tioga Downs Brothers while standing in front of taught us all to enjoy every minute. is located at 2384 W. River Road. The Polka Magic Network start- the stage and listening to them at the Though we lost Stan Lachut ed at WSPN FM 91.1 (Skidmore Dom Polski Hall in North Tonawan- January 1, 2016 at the age of 94, his 20th Anniversary Year College Radio) in 1985. The popu- lar weekly Polish radio program da. These brothers played music that love for the music and people will for The Maestro’s Men made me want to run home and pick never be lost, thanks to a few cas- is hosted by John “Li’l Jas” Lesn- up my accordion. They were older sette recordings my Uncle Henry Sometimes the best ideas are iewski and Robert “Happy Bob” than I was, but we became friends, “Jumbo” Litwin made. the result of an unintentional oc- Pawlak. They provide community on stage and off. Every time I pick up my accor- currence. Case in point: the Mae- information for local and national As time progressed, Stan Lachut dion, I remember a tune that Stan stro’s Men band started as a group events, and items of interest to those became my teacher. He taught me played in his many performances of close-knit friends, who gathered of Polish American heritage. not in a formal sense, but instead with the band and solo on accordi- for what was supposed to be just one “We are very excited to be back how to play music from the heart, on. He was one of a kind, a “broth- gig. in the Mohawk Valley once again,” for the people and as a tribute to our er” and a true Polska Musician. “After our fi rst set, folks in atten- said Lesniewski, owner/announcer heritage. Litwin’s blue room, the Stanley Lachut was the husband dance were already asking ‘where of the Polka Magic Network. back room of Litwin’s Bar and Grill of the late Florence Lachut, and fa- are you performing next?’” said Recently the network’s broadcast on Oliver Street, was our stomping ther of Ronald, Janice (Wayne) Ty- leader and founder Dennis Polisky. has been added to the Polish New grounds. It was where Stan would lec and Gerald (JoAnne) and grand- On June 4, 2016, the Maestro’s Castle radio group streaming polkas pick up the house accordion and chairs were taken. father of eight grandchildren and Men — Polisky, Libera, Ken Yash, at www.polishnewcastleradio.com. start playing whatever tune came The “big” event each year was 13 great-grandchildren. He is also Rich Bernier, Andrew Galarneau, Requests and dedications are ac- to mind. The back room would in- Koledy night when all the regulars survived by his brother John (Nata- Jim Motyka and Bob Siwicki — re- cepted at (518) 580-5783, or can stantly fi ll with people, often having would gather, fi lling the Blue Room, lie) and is the brother of the late Ste- turn to the newly remodeled PACC be emailed to polkamagicradio@ to stand because all the tables and to make music from the heart. It was phen, Chester, and Viola Wiechec. in Webster, Mass., where it all start- gmail.com.

TOLEdO POLONIA / Margaret Zotkiewicz-Dramczyk Tenth and Final Memorial “Gift of Life” Dance to have Special Meaning With Easter arriving early in Tissue Donor Foundation. The be organ donors] but the response “Last Year (2015) was especially “Ray Jay” Jarusinski, Mitch Biskup, 2016, drawing a parallel between purpose of the foundation was to has been very good. Our Foundation important, with Accordions A-Go- and Jackie Libera. All proceeds ben- the Easter theme of new life and the support the University of Michigan has also been instrumental in getting Go and the polka that Randy Kra- efi t the Lisa Biskup Organ and Tis- Memorial Gift of Life Foundation Transplant Center’s Camp Michi- the State of Michigan a personalized jewski wrote ‘The Gift of Life.’ Our sue Donor Foundation; more info started by Ron Biskup seems appro- tanki. As Ron once said, “Camp ‘Gift of Life’ license plate. recipients will never be forgotten. I can be found at www.lisabiskupme- priate. Michitanki is a place where kids Capturing the highlights of the am proud that they could share their morial.com. When Ron and Sue Biskup start- who are organ recipients go to be evolution of the Gift of Life dance stories of survival,” said Biskup. I asked Ron what the future holds ed the Gift of Life dance in 2007, as carefree and ‘just be kids.’” is admittedly diffi cult, as the dance So the fi nal Memorial Gift of as he concludes a decade of stellar a way to honor As the years have passed, the has grown in scope and impact since Life Dance is upon us: Saturday, success with this event: “I plan to Lisa Biskup and her story of benefi t dance in honor of Lisa has 2007. Of course, pictures, videos, April 30, 2016 at the PRCUA Hall spend time as a volunteer at sum- being a heart transplant recipient, become known across the country etc., have documented all the years, in Wyandotte, Mich. The music be- mer camp. A new camp called North they had no idea of how much the and even worldwide as a ‘go to’ but it is the people themselves who gins at 5:30 p.m. and continues until Star Reach will open in the summer event would grow and the number event to help raise awareness of be- have made the dance a success. midnight. Music will be provided of 2016. It will be open year round of lives they would touch. In a re- ing an organ and tissue donor. At Ron spoke of the hundreds of by Polka Country Musicians, Pan for kids in recovery from all types cent conversation, Ron talked about least 17 states have been represent- volunteers who have assisted him Franek & the Polka Towners, and as of ailments and illnesses. An onsite how the main goal in that fi rst year ed over the years at the dance. year after year, as well as the special an added attraction, a “Concertina shrine at Camp North Star Reach was to raise awareness of being an “The event has grown beyond my guests, organ recipients who gave on Parade” tribute featuring the mu- will honor Lisa.” organ donor. After a few years, Ron expectations,” Ron said. “I have no testimonials about their own jour- sical talents of Polka Hall of Fam- Congratulations Ron and Sue on formed the Lisa Biskup Organ and idea how people have signed up [to neys. ers Al Piatkowski, Lenny Gomulka, ten years of greatness! THE POLKA CAROUSEL

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dANCE TIME / Jen Pijanowski IPA Festival of Band a Smashing Success BUFFALO, N.Y. — Many of John’s joviality and love of the mu- us are several weeks into giving up sic exudes as he sings and performs some of our favorite guilty plea- on stage. Phocus set the bar high sures for Lent. Now we look just with good music and much for each a few weeks forward to the cel- band to deliver upon. ebration of Easter and the end to Ron Urbanczyk and New Di- our Lenten sacrifi ces. Luckily, we rection were next up. Changing the in Buffalo relish in the anticipa- tempo to honky style music gave tion of celebrating Dyngus Day. an instant showcase of the different Not only does Dyngus Day mark a styling of polka music right here in critical day in Polish and religious our Western New York area. Both life but those of us who are polka original and standard honky style fans, get to partake in the largest music in the styling of Lil’ Wally such celebration outside of Poland. and Marion Lush are the backbone Doreen Dembik-Schafer and Re- This year’s calendar is overfl owing of this popular local band. Ron was Danny Potts and Lori Urbanczyk Greg and Jordan Chowjdak becca Shafer. with festivities at venues throughout also instrumental in helping Lori Western New York. As I have begun get the bands to come together in from the heart, providing maximum Polka with a massive crowd stage Knewz, each singing a few of their walking through these 40 days of celebrating this showcase of our lo- entertainment value. But, there’s no front. The brightness in his eyes and prominent numbers. There were Lent without my morning coffee, I cal talent. This band’s love of mu- denying that they would get an ex- giant smile on his face demonstrated both intently watching onlookers as take comfort in knowing that, in just sic and Polish heritage is evident tra bit of attention taking Jordon on the special place polkas have in the well as a packed dance fl oor for the a few weeks, polka music will take as they each take turns belting out some jobs with them. Congratula- heart of the Krupski family. festive conclusion of the event. over the Buffalo music scene for those Chicago style tunes. New Di- tions to these guys who are passing The fi nale of the evening was Congratulations and thank you to one glorious day. rection invited another IPA Hall of the love of this music onto future none other than the Knewz, who Lori and the entire Urbanczyk fam- As I listen to stories of polka Famer, Ed Guca, to join their band generations. took the stage with fans standing in ily for putting this successful event days gone by, I have several times on stage as an added bonus. Ed’s A halt in the music midpoint front with much anticipation of their together. It is a testament to what commented that if all of the Buffalo professionalism and showmanship through the night brought attention performance. Their creativity and happens when a group works to- musicians would come out to danc- radiated as he took the stage. I never to the dance fl oor as the IPA Hall ingenuity keeps the heart of polkas gether towards a common goal. I am es, we could easily have fi fty extra tire of listening to his superb vocals of Famers were announced and ap- alive while putting a new spin on hopeful that we see more events like people. Thanks to the IPA Festival and his humble graciousness as he plauded for their well-earned hon- the classic sound. Mark Trzepacz this in the future to help celebrate of Bands held the last week in Janu- performs. Ed is truly a class act who ors. Next, every polka musician was and John Gora happily joined the the continuation of polka music. ary, that logic came to fruition. Lori I look forward to listening to each invited to the dance fl oor to join them exhibiting the multitude of tal- ent found right here. Over 40 musi- CELEBRATE cians were present at this landmark event. Everyone also joined Lori in honoring Danny Potts for his many Easter Sunday years of commitment and support of the local Buffalo polka bands. Dan- ny is always quick to offer his estab- lishment for a practice or dance to & Dyngus Day keep polka alive and well. AT THE After a four month hiatus, it was exciting to see the Buffalo Touch PVT. LEONARD POST, JR. perform once again. A double dose Michael Papuga and Les Motyka Mary Melymuka and Adam Biskup of Hall of Famers joined this band as original member Mike Nowa- #6251 VFW kowski bellow shook his accordion 2450 Walden Ave., Cheektowaga, New York alongside guest concertina player Eric Bakowski. For this evening’s performance 2015 IPA inductee Mark Trzepacz lent his musical MARCH 27, 2016 craftsmanship on the trumpet for Featuring a star-studded performance. The Touch is celebrating 20 years of THE BUFFALO TOUCH polka music and they don’t show any signs of stopping. Fans were and the anxiously awaiting their return and took this opportunity to dance along CONCERTINA ALLSTARS to their very favorite polka tunes. I Doors open at 6:00 p.m. know devotees will be looking for- Music 7:00 p.m.-midnight ward to seeing them again in the near future. Admission: $10.00 per person (non-refundable) As the evening progressed the enthusiasm continued to grow as Hall of Famers John Gora, Ed Guca, Mike Nowakowski, and Mark Trzepacz Special Delivery took the stage. Urbanczyk, our New York director time I am given the chance. This band is anchored by its enjoy- MARCH 28, 2016 for the International Polka Associa- None other than Rare Vintage able vocals, which provide fantastic Featuring tion, organized this fundraiser. The was now ready to assume their po- harmonies. Dancers take to the fl oor event featured every polka band in sition in the spotlight. Longtime quickly as the band delivers clas- THE KNEWZ and Buffalo, as well as our IPA Hall of polka musician Jerry Miesowiec is sic polkas and reinvented nontradi- Famers. Potts Banquet Hall was an icon in our area, so it is always tional tunes. My favorite song, the POLKA COUNTRY full to capacity (every table was re- delightful to watch him share his “Happy and Rich Medley” was a hit served before the day of the event). talents on the trumpet. This band as many packed the fl oor enjoying MUSICIANS Upon entering, it was exhilarating puts an entire new spin on polka their rendition of those well-known Doors open at 4:30 p.m. to see so many familiar faces. It music billowing out classics with Happy Richie Bojczuk favorites. took me over an hour to get through their own unique beat. “Accordion Special Delivery allows each mem- Music 5:00 p.m.-midnight the crowd as we stopped to say hel- Bill” Malczewski grabbed the mike ber to shine from the stage, continu- Admission: $10.00 per person (non-refundable) lo, hug, and kiss all of our friends as and sang his classic “Krupnik Song” ously demonstrating their musical we made our way to the bar. which always earns laughs, ap- diversity. The fi rst band up to start the plause, and cheers from the crowd. The Krew Brothers are an icon- POLISH / AMERICAN FOOD event was Phocus, who generously Following Rare Vintage, we ic Buffalo polka band, who played loaned their equipment to their fel- were immersed in still more honky dances, wedding, and festivals for SERVED BOTH DAYS low bands for the evening to allow tunes as Buffalo Concertina All many years. I have personally nev- a quick change and fl ow between Star graced the stage with special er gotten to see them perform so I Offi cial each. Their upbeat take on polkas guest Jordan Chwojdak, Greg’s was ready front and center as their PUSSY WILLOW made for a boisterous start to the three year old son. There is no show began. Each brother possesses evening. A large table of Canadian doubt of the caliber of talent and much musical talent, both singing PASS LOCATION fans danced as they cheered on their the enjoyment that everyone got and playing several instruments. own Tony Winiarz and Michael from dancing to both original and They switched places intermittently Papuga, who lend their musical standard foot-stomping tunes of as they fl aunted their talent and fl air For tickets or table reservations, call Nadine talents to this Buffalo group. Ricky this band. However, it was hard to for performing. Although I enjoyed Krew and Jimmy Nowaczewski, keep your eyes off of Jordan as he every moment of watching these or Mary at the Pvt. Leonard Post who each have a fl air for powerful sat bright eyed in front of the band brothers on stage together, I truly vocals, showcased their instruments with a drum stick in hand playing enjoyed watching Donnie sing. As (716) 684-4371 as they invited Hall of Famer John to the beat. 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POLKA CALENDAR / John Ziobrowski DEPEW POLISH FALCONS CLUB March 5 Leonard Post. Cheektowaga N.Y. 7-12. • Jimmy Sturr. Pulaski Club. Holiday Fla. (716) 684-2373 5-9. (727) 934-0900 • The Boys/The Beat. Salvatore’s Italian DYNGUS DAY • Frank Maravcik. Elks Lodge. Titusville Fla. Gardens. Depew N.Y. 7-12. (716) 449- 12-6. (321) 268-2113 1309 • Mike Surratt. White Rose Restaurant. York CELEBRATION Pa. 7-11. (717) 848-5369 March 28 / DYNGUS DAY Our 42nd Annual! • The Special Delivery Band. Polish Falcons. March 6 Depew N.Y. 1:30-5:30. (716) 684-2373 • Special Delivery Band. Clinton Bar & Grill. • The Special Delivery Band. IV Stallions. MON., MARCH 28, 2016 West Seneca N.Y. 4:30-7:30. (716) 768- Buffalo N.Y. 6:30-10:30. (716) 897-1935 2:00 p.m.-?? • Doors open at 1:00 p.m. 3246 • Phocus. Polish Falcons. Depew N.Y. 6-10. • Joe Stanky Cadets. VFW. Dupont Pa. 2-6. (716) 684-2373 MUSIC • FOOD • DRINKS • GOOD TIMES (570) 654-5504 • John Stevens. Potts Banquet Hall. Cheek- One of the originals — we keep it going! • Jimmy Sturr/Mollie B. PACC. Vero Beach towaga N.Y. 2 p.m. (716) 675-6588 Celebrating a local event with local bands Fla. 1-5. (772) 778-0039 • The Knewz. Broadway Market. 1-4. (716) • Bailey’s Best. Pulaski Club. Daytona Beach 893-0705 FEATURING BUFFALO’S BEST BANDS Fla. 2-5. (386) 258-7059 • The Knewz. Pvt Leonard Post. Cheektow- • Bee Sharps. Pulaski Club. Holiday Fla. 3-6. aga N.Y. 6-12. (716) 684-4371 (727) 934-0900 • Polka Family/The Boys. Salvatore’s Res- SPECIAL DELIVERY • PHOCUS • Northern Sounds. Polish Club. St. Peters- taurant. Depew N.Y. 6-12:30. (716) 334- 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.-?? burg Fla. 3-6. (727) 894-9908 2188 • Music by Jeannie. PASC. Hudson Fla. 2-5. • The Buffalo Touch/Piatkowski Brothers. No table reservations • Public is welcome • Plenty of FREE parking (352) 596-4802 Polish Villa 2. Cheektowaga N.Y. 10 a.m.- Food and drinks available at reasonable prices 11p.m. (716) 822-4908 March 10 • Tony’s Polka Band/New Direction Band. Kitchen will open at 2:00 p.m. • All-Star Band. Potts Banquet Hall. Buffalo St. Gabriels Church. Elma N.Y. 3-11. (716) $10.00 admission • No refunds N.Y. TV Taping. 7 p.m. (716) 675-6588 668-4017 Children under 12 admitted free with parents March 11 • Fritz’s Polka Band. The Cove. Depew N.Y. • The Knewz. Oglebay Resort. Wheeling W. TBA. (716) 565-7946 Virg. A. 8-12. (304) 243-4060 • New Direction Band. Polish Villa 2. 10 DEPEW POLISH FALCONS (716) 684-2373 a.m.-2:00 p.m. (716) 822-4908 RON GAJKOWSKI (716) 685-1980 March 12 • Pan Franek Polka Towners/Eddie Guca • Special Delivery Band. Polkasino Bus Trip. Orchestra. Millenium Hotel. Cheektowa- KEN KNOLL (716) 683-7242 Donovan Post. Cheektowaga N.Y. Call ga N.Y. 12-12. (716) 685-9466 445 COLUMBIA AVE., DEPEW, NY Ted. (716) 668-9101 • Stephanie. St. Stanislaus Hall. Buffalo N.Y. • The Knewz/Stephanie/D Street. Oglebay 5-11. (716) 854-5510 www.polishfalconsdepew.com Resort. Wheeling W. Virg. A. 3-12. (304) • All Star Jam Band. Firehouse 2141 Bar. 243-4060 1-5. (716) 826-4259 • Frank Moravcik. Moose lodge. Bradenton Fla. Evening. (941) 739-8630 April 2 • Box On. Pulaski Club. Holiday Fla. 4-8. • Dennis Polisky/Eddie Forman/Lenny Go- (727) 934-0900 mulka. German Club. Pawtucket R.I. 6 • The Buffalo Touch. Broadway Market. p.m. (401) 569-6427 Buffalo N.Y. 1-4. (716) 893-0705 • Polka Family. W. Virg. IA TV. Pittston Pa. show taping 3 p.m. (570) 344-1244 March 13 • The Boys. Polish Home. Lyndhurst N.J. • John Stevens. VFW. Dupont Pa. 2-6. (570) 6-10. (201) 803-0909 654-5504 • John Stevens/Joe Stanky/Salt City Brass/ • Polka Country Musicians. German Club. Fritz’s Polka Band. Tioga Downs. Nichols Pawtucket R.I. 2-6. (401) 723-3549 N.Y. 1p.m. (888) 946-8464 • Dennis Polisky. PACC. Lyndhurst N.J. 2-6. • Eddie Derwin. St. Faustina Church. Nanti- (201) 803-0909 coke Pa. 7-10. (570) 735-4833 • Polka Family Band/Ray Jay. Oglebay Re- sort. Wheeling W. Virg. 12-6. (304) 243- April 3 4060 • The Special Delivery Band. Clinton Bar • Melotones. Polish Club. Belleview Fla. & Grill. West Seneca N.Y. 4:30-7:30. (716) 2-5. (352) 245-9378 768-3246 • Polka All Stars. Pulaski Club. Daytona • Chris & Ronnie/The Eastern Sound. Ger- Beach Fla. 2-5. (386) 258-7059 man Club. Pawtucket R.I. 1-6. (401) 569- • Out side Da Box. Polish Club. St. Peters- 6427 burg Fla. 3-6. (727) 894-9908 • Golden Tones. VFW. Dupont Pa. 206. • Music by Jeannie. PASC Club. Hudson Fla. (570) 654-5504 2-5. (352) 596-4802 • Polish All Stars. Pulaski Club. Daytona • Box On. Pulaski Club. Holiday Fla. 2-5. Beach Fla. 3-6. (386) 258-7059 (727) 934-0908 • Fla. Honky Bank. Polish Club. St. Peters- burgh Fla. 3-6. (727) 894-9908 March 15 • Music By Jeannie. PASC. Hudson Fla. 2-5. • Fritz’s Polka Band. Finger Lakes Gaming. (727) 868-9763 Farmington N.Y. 11-2. (585) 742-7301 April 8 March 17 • Jimmy Sturr. Villa Roma Resort. Callicon • The Knewz. Polish Falcons. Depew N.Y. N.Y. 2p.m. (800) 724-0727 8-10:30. (716) 684-2373 April 9/10 March 19 • Polka Country Musicians/Jimmy Sturr/ • Special Delivery Band. Broadway Market. Mollie B/Polka Naturals/Joe Stanky. Villa Buffalo N.Y. 3-6. (716) 893-0705 Roma Resort. Callicoon N.Y. 8-12. (800) • Eddie Forman. St. Josephs Polish Society. 724-0727 Colchester Ct. 6:30-10:30. (860) 537-2550 • Walt Groller. Lancaster Liederkranz. Mt. • Jimmy Sturr. Northhapton Comm. Ctr. Joy Pa. 7:30-11:30. (717) 406-6620 Northhampton Pa. 6-10. (610) 261-1113 • John Gora. Clarion Hotel. New Kensing- • Phocus. Anchor Inn. Buffalo N.Y. 5-9. ton Pa. dinner dance. (724) 335-8212 (716) 896-9762 • Mike Surratt. American Legion. College March 20 Park Md. 8-11. (301) 441-2783 • Polski Swingmasters. VFW. Dupont Pa. April 10 2-6. (570) 654-5504 • Walt Groller. Arts Quest Café. Bethlehem • Polka Country Musicians. K of C. Saratoga Pa. 2-5. (610) 332-1300 N.Y. 2-6. (518) 584-8547 • Dennis Polisky. Polish Community Ctr. Al- • Lenny Gomulka. Roosevelt Hall. Norvelt bany N.Y. 2-6. (518) 456-3995 Pa. 3-7. (724) 861-5872 • Polka Country Musicians. PACC. Ludlow • Marc Bouchard. Pulaski Club. Daytona Mass. 2-6. (413) 567-1961 Beach Fla. 2-5 (386) 258-7-59 • John Gora. Slovenian Hall. Yukon Pa. 3-7. • Sounds of the South. Polish Club. St. Pe- (724) 722-9700 tersburg Fla. 3-6 (727) 894-9908 • John Stevens. VFW. Dupont Pa. 2-6. (570) • Music By Jeannie. PASC Club. Hudson Fla. 654-5504 2-5. (352) 596-4802 • Mellotones. Polish Club. Belleview Fla. • Polka Country Musicians. K of C. Saratoga 2-5. (352) 245-9378 Springs N.Y. 1-5. (518) 584-8547 • Polka Pals. Pulaski Club. Daytona Beach • New Direction Band. Broadway Market. Fla. 2-5. (386) 258-7-59 Buffalo N.Y. 12-3. (716) 893-0705 • Sounds of The South. Polish Club. St. Pe- March 24 tersburgh Fla. 3-6. (727) 868-9763 • Music By Jeannie. PACS. Hudson Fla. 2-5. • The Special Delivery Band. Broadway (727) 868-9763 Market. Buffalo N.Y. 3-6. (716) 893-0705 March 26 April 14 • Special Delivery. Polka Buzz Record- • New Direction Band. Broadway Market. ing, Potts Banquet Hall, 41 S. Rossler Buffalo N.Y. 12-3. (716) 893-0705 Ave., Buffalo, NY Clinton-Rossler( Plaza / March 27 / EASTER SUNDAY Cheektowaga) 7:00 p.m. (716) 675-6588 • The Buffalo Touch/Concertina All Stars. 28 www.polamjournal.com POLISH AMERICAN JOURNAL • MARCH 2016 PAJBOOKSTORE TO ORDER BY MAIL TO ORDER BY PHONE TO ORDER ON LINE: Use form on page 20 (800) 422-1275 • (716) 312-8088 polamjournal.com EASTER and for all items on pages 3, 19, and 20 MON.-FRI., 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. SECURE SERVER Easter Sunday Palms Easter Eggs

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C. Hand Painted Small Wooden Eggs, Set of 3 Colors and styles vary for each 1.25” tall D egg. Made in Poland. #250406 - $12.95 D. Decorative Wooden Egg Hand Painted, Set of 2 These chicken-sized eggs come in a Brought to the variety of base colors with multiple colors Palm Sunday mass used throughout their color schemes. by the parishioners, Made in Poland. straw palms are blessed #250407 - $12.95 by the priest. Consecrated E. Rooster Wycinanki Design F palm fronds are believed to have protective powers and are kept in the Chicken Egg home for protection from misfortune. A B These real eggs are decorated by an artist who uses traditional Polish paper-cutting techniques E G A. 23 Inch Palms, Set of 3 and motifs. Hand made by skilled artisans in Poland from natural items. #250408 - $16.95 F. Pressed Amber Egg #ARP395 - $19.95 G. Brass Egg Stand This chicken-sized egg is made of amber chunks and amber dust, Measures 0.5” H x 1.5” D. B. 30 Inch Palms, Set of 3 melted down and then combined with plastic. A beautiful decoration for #435994 - $6.95 Hand made by skilled artisans in Poland from natural items. your Holiday setup. Measures 2.25” H x 1.75” D. #ARP394 - $29.95 #AMB045 - $29.95 Easter Egg Sleeves Easter Butter Molds Easter Cards Alleluja - Egg Sleeves #260301 - $3.95

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Easter Postcards, Set of 9 different postcards for Easter each having a message in Polish on the back. 4.25” x 5.5” #PCS803 - $9.95 Folding Easter Square Wooden Butter Mold Each pyramidal block features an Easter lamb, a fish, a pussy willow and an egg engraved in the mold, representing an Easter themed Easter Music on CD relief when butter mold is completed. Measures 2.7” L x 2.7” W x 2.8” H Droga Krzyzowa - The Way of #KOR102 - $49.95 the Cross on CD In chapter 16 of Mark’s Gospel, the disciples are thunderstruck by the discovery of the empty tomb and the angel’s message that Christ had risen.. For those disciples, Jesus’ resurrection primarily meant that, Easter Eggs, 5 Card Set Mixed Set. Measure: 4.6” x 6.5”, Envelopes for the Church, the way of the included. #PCS228 - $9.95 cross had only just begun. 16 songs. 58 minutes. #AB003 - $19.95 Polish Crystal Books

Polish Holidays: An Introduction This handy introductory guide to Polish Easter Lamb Wooden Butter Mold holidays provides just enough factual The molded butter lamb is a Polish tradition, and has become a staple information to keep you informed, while in many homes during Easter celebrations. presenting it all in an easy to digest Measures 4.5” W x 2.5” H x 1.5” D. packet. Contained within is information, #KOR101 - $39.95 recipes, and/or songs for Christmas Eve (Wigilia), Easter (Wielkanoc), and more. Soft Cover. 8.5” x 5.5”, 28 pages. English. #BK2573 - $9.95

Polish Culinary Delights Polish Culinary Delights was written to bring authentic Polish recipes to the North American kitchen. Besides finding the usual “traditional Polish” fare, this book includes unique recipes created by author Ania Zaremba and others in her family. This traditional cookbook includes more than 175 recipes. Soft Hand Cut Clear Crystal Egg Candy Jar Cover. 6.5” x 9.25”, 224 pages. Easter Chick Wooden Butter Mold This small Egg Jar is wonderful gift to showcase during the Easter English Language Version A cute Spring chick sprouts from this hand-crafted mold. Makes a nice holiday season, or at any other time for that matter. The production Printed in Poland. companion piece to the Easter Lamb Butter Mold. of this marvelous piece is entirely made by hand. 24% Lead Crystal. #BK2572 - $24.95 Measures 3.75” W x 2.75” H x 2” D. Measures 4.7” High. Made in Poland #KOR103 - $29.95 #GAR515 - $49.95 each