April / May 2013 The Recession Has Demonstrated The Importance Of Our Mission: An Update On “PASS” Polish American Social Services, United Social Services Serving Philadelphia & Southeastern Pennsylvania

Effective and Efficient Agency PASS Helps Save Money PASS has earned a reputation as a highly effective and efficient PASS works with thousands of constituents annually, saving component of the social services delivery system in the Philadelphia government and agencies millions of dollars in the long run. Through area due to its comprehensive benefits counseling, information/ the efforts of PASS’s staff, individual constituents could receive up to referral, and advocacy services to constituents. Its unique $1,000 in benefits from various income enhancing programs. These contribution to social services is that it addresses the needs of a rebate programs allow them to stretch their annual budget, add to largely under-served community with language and cultural barriers the economy and help them remain more self-sufficient. that block access to programs and services that build constituents’ Approximately 90% of PASS’s constituents manage to remain self- self-sufficiency, self-esteem, and overall physical and mental well sufficient and in their own homes. being. Ongoing PASS Program Objectives Include: A Community Resource For Thousands 1. To enable constituents to make better use of available income PASS, also known as United Social Services, is a multi-service through timely and well-informed income management and agency with a thorough knowledge of numerous resources and the benefits counseling including low and moderate income programs flexibility to meet varied and complex constituent needs. In addition such as: PA Property Tax/Rent Rebates, LIHEAP, PACE, and to assisting constituents from the Polish/Slavic community in services offered by other agencies which promote self-sufficiency Southeastern Pennsylvania, PASS is a referral point for six additional and a reasonable quality of life. ethnic groups and receives referrals from over 70 organizations. 2. To remove obstacles and solve problems which prevent self- The efficient sharing of comprehensive resources and services with sufficiency and a reasonable quality of life. people of all ages saves time and money and provides a reliable point 3. To establish and coordinate linkages between social service of contact for those in need. programs to assure service delivery to constituents. Who Benefits From “PASS” - United Social Services? 4. Maintain a telephone helpline, which is particularly beneficial to Each year, thousands of Philadelphia-area residents benefit from individuals for whom travel is difficult and constituents in need of income-enhancing programs, such as rent/property tax rebates, information and referral. PACE, utility discounts, and many other programs. PASS’s services 5. Promote employment opportunities through Job Fairs, help individuals to add as much as one full month’s worth of income employment-unemployment services, resume preparation and job each year, allowing them to weather occasional financial crises and training programs. live healthier lives. The end result is fewer trips to the doctor and less stress over the rising cost of maintaining their homes. A Strong Bond With Constituents continued next column Although PASS has established a strong bond with thousands of Philadelphia-area constituents, the current economic crisis requires When You're in Philadelphia's a dramatic expansion of the agency’s outreach to constituents Historic District Visit The who have not needed the agency’s services till now. As residents Polish American Cultural Center approach retirement age, or as current retirees experience both Museum Exhibit Hall rapidly diminishing financial resources and failing health, they find themselves in unexpectedly dire circumstances, not knowing where 308 Walnut Street to turn for help. Even neighbors and relatives who have assumed a Featuring Polish History and Culture caretaker role are ignorant of available services and resources. Often Open 10 AM to 4 PM they are suspicious of government bureaucracy or reluctant to “go on FREE ADMISSION welfare related programs” and seek help from PASS. January through April PASS Has A Well Established Outreach Network Monday to Friday Because of PASS’s positive reputation in the community and its access to multiple media outlets, including radio, neighborhood May through December churches and organizations, local newspapers, the Polish American Polish American Monday to Saturday News, and a website, PASS is the ideal one-stop point of contact. Cultural Center Gift Shop is Open During PASS staff is pleased to provide information and referrals to other 308 Walnut Street Regular Exhibit Hall Hours services and direct assistance to constituents to help them retain Philadelphia, PA 19106 their self-sufficiency during these difficult times. 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Museum’s Historic Reflections Project PTYSIO We Offer Catering Ciasta April / May Doughnuts, Pastries, Obiady domowe and Home-Cooked Meals na wynos i na miejscu The Polish American Cultural Center Museum in Historic Eat in or Take-Away Zapraszamy Philadelphia presents Historic Reflections from Polish and Polish tel: (215) 634-6160 • tel: (215) 954-3257 American history on the Polish American Radio Program. The reflections are organized in a daily format. Some of the dates may be the birthday or death date of a prominent person. Other dates may Polish American Radio Program celebrate a milestone in a prominent person’s life such as a career Serving Southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware promotion, invention date, or some accomplishment that contributed 7 days a week since 1925 to science, medicine, sports, or entertainment history. Other dates Monday to Friday 11:00 A.M. to 12 Noon - 860 AM may be an anniversary of a historical event in Polonia or ’s history. Local News, Music, Special Features and News from Poland in the with Hostess Barbara Ilnicka You can hear weekly historic reflections on the Saturday edition of the Polish American Radio Program at 11 A.M. on 860 AM Thursday 11:45 A.M. - 860 AM Radio from Philadelphia. Listen to rebroadcasts 24 hours a day at Pauline Fathers Radio Program PolishAmericanRadioProgram.com. from Czestochowa in Doylestown, PA in the Polish Language For your information, we have listed a brief outline of historic reflections for the months of April and May. Saturday Variety Program 11:00 A.M. to 12 Noon - 860 AM April 1, 1939 - Phil Niekro (Born) In English hosted by Michael Blichasz Phil Niekro was a proud Polish American and well-known pitcher in Major League Baseball. He was Sunday 12:30 to 1:30 P.M. - 860 AM one of the most successful knuckleball pitchers of all Polish Language Variety Program time, with 318 career victories. Niekro was inducted with hostess Barbara Ilnicka into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1997. Listen to re-broadcasts 24 hours-a-day, 7 days a week on the Internet at: PolishAmericanRadioProgram.com April 2, 2005 - Blessed John Paul II (Died) Pope John Paul II, the beloved Cardinal of Krakow, Poland, was elected to be the shepherd of the Universal in October, 1978, Polish Museum of America and served as Pontiff until his death on April 2, America’s First Ethnic Museum 2005. During his 27 years as Holy Father, he 984 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60642 was recognized as a true son of Poland and an international leader of faith and justice. He was 773-384-3352, ext. 104 • PolishMuseumOfAmerica.org beatified on May 1, 2011 by Pope Benedict XVI. Founded in 1935, the Polish Museum of America is one of the April 3, 1849 - Juliusz Slowacki (Died) country’s first and largest ethnic museums. Polish and Polish American history is promoted through music, artworks, Juliusz Slowacki was a poet and playwright who wrote and historical and cultural displays. “The Trilogy of Polish History”. Pope John Paul II quoted Juliusz Slowacki’s works on more than one occasion. Slowacki had an influence over other great Polish poets such as Krasinski, Norwid, and Ujejski. Subscribe to the His ashes were laid to rest in the Royal Crypt in . Polish American Journal

April 4, 1989 - Round Table Talks Ended Published Since 1911 The Round Table Talks took place in News from Polish American Communities Across the United States , Poland, between February 6th News - Sports - Religion - History - Recipes - Folklore - Polka - and More! and April 4th in 1989. As a result of the Round Table Agreement, Solidarnosc Published Monthly - Only $18.00 per year became a legal political party, free Call (toll free) 1(800) 422-1275 or visit us on the web at: elections would be scheduled and massive www.PolAmJournal.com changes for the better began to take place in Poland. It was the beginning of the fall of Communism in central Europe. e-mail: [email protected]

April 5, 1804 - Vincent Dziewanowski (Born) Vincent Dziewanowski was an American pioneer who established the city of Pulaski, Wisconsin. Berks County Polish American This was the beginning of many schools, Heritage Association bridges, roads and towns named after General Casimir Pulaski. 5th Annual Polish Open Golf Tournament

April 6, 1953 - Janet Nowicki (Born) Saturday, June 15, 2013 (Day before Father’s Day) Janet Nowicki is well known by her stage name, Janet Lynn, a champion figure skater who won five Treat Your Dad to a Round of Golf consecutive United States Women’s National Skating Championships. Green Acres Golf Course, Bernville, PA

April 7, 1890 - Adam Styka (Born) Noon Shot Gun Start Scramble Format Adam Styka was a world renowned painter, born in Tournament Fee $70.00 Poland in 1890. Styka’s paintings of the Wild West For more information, call Marilyn at 610-779-5523 are regarded by some critics as the best Western paintings ever painted by an artist. His religious paintings are located in churches in Europe and the United States. He is buried in the Alley of Merit at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa Polka Deli in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. 2719 E. Allegheny Avenue - Philadelphia, PA 19134 Meats & deli products - fish, pierogi & baked goods April 8, 1909 - Helena Modjeska (Died) Telephone: (215) 634-3750 Helena Modjeska was a Polish actress of international fame who immigrated to the United States in 1876. She became a star of American stages for many years with her portrayals of Shakespearian characters. Modjeska was the mother of Ralph Modjeski, the builder of the Benjamin Franklin and Tacony Palmyra Bridges in Philadelphia and several others across America. April / May 2013, Polish American News - Page 3

Historic Reflections Continued • April / May The April / May 2013 Polish American News is co-sponsored by: April 9, 1241 - Henry II the Pious (Died) Henry II the Pious (Polish: Henryk II Pobozny), was a Piast Duke of (Wroclaw), Krakow and Dolores Bartosiewicz Southern Greater Poland from 1238 until his death. During 1238 - 1239 he served as a regent of two Paul S. Bosse Piast Duchies: and -Raciborz. Frances X. Gates April 10, 1943 - Andrzej Badenski (Born) Edward R. Janusz Andrzej Badenski won a bronze medal in the 400 meter Mark & Maria Koleda race in the Tokyo Olympics. Yolanda Konopacka DeSipio, Esq.

April 11, 1877 - Tomasz Arciszewski (Born) Kosciuszko Foundation Philadelphia Chapter In 1944, Tomasz Arciszewski became the Prime Minister Paul Krzywicki of the Polish Government-in-Exile in London, England. In this position he was adamantly opposed to having Polish American Heritage Association new boundaries and a new Communist government of Manayunk and Roxborough Areas imposed on Poland. April 12, 1973 - Krzysztof Oliwa (Born) Polish American Travel Services Krzysztof Oliwa, born in Tychy, Poland, was an NHL Polski Uniwersytet Ludowy hockey player for the NJ Devils, Pittsburgh Penguins, NY Rangers, Boston Bruins and Calgary Flames. Lt. Stefan Skielnik & Vicky Collins Krzysztof Oliwa, known as the “Polish Hammer”, Paul T. Sosnowski, Esq. always played a very physical game of hockey. He is currently involved with the Polish National Hockey Regina Wnukowski Program.

April 13, 1872 - Jan Szczepanik (Born) We Thank These Supporters and Welcome You to be a Co-Sponsor of the June / July edition of the Jan Szczepanik was a Polish inventor who held several Polish American News. hundred patents and made over 50 discoveries, many of which are still used today in the motion picture For information call the Polish American Cultural Center industry, photography and television. Jan Szczepanik Monday-Friday, 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. at 215-922-1700. also worked on airplanes, helicopters and submarines.

April 14, 1895 - Wiktor Labunski (Born) The Museum Volunteers have resceduled the Wiktor Labunski, a Polish pianist 2013 drawing until Friday, April 26, 2013 at 3 P.M. and composer, was the director of the Kansas City Conservatory in Missouri Join us for the drawing and support our fundraiser from 1941 to 1958. Among his many by sending in for some 2013 drawing tickets using musical accomplishments, Wiktor the below order form. For additional information, Labunski received an honorary Doctorate call the Museum at 215-922-1700. Degree from the Curtis Music Institute of Philadelphia and was also a guest conductor of the Warsaw Philharmonic. $2013 Prize Raffle April 15, 1865 - Olga Boznanska (Born) - Sponsored by - Olga Boznanska was a prominent Polish painter who was awarded the Order of Polonia Restituta in 1938. Polish American Cultural Center Museum 308 Walnut Street • Philadelphia, PA 19106 She is known for her famous portrait called Girl with Chrysanthemums. (215) 922-1700 • Internet: PolishAmericanCenter.com The Drawing will take place on Friday April 26, 2013 - 3 P.M. April 16, 1935 - Bobby Vinton (Born) Polish American Cultural Center Museum Bobby Vinton is the popular singer and entertainer, Proceeds benefit Museum and Cultural Programs who proudly celebrates his Polish American heritage. Donation $10.00. Winner need not be present. My Melody of Love is one of the many recordings Complete the below ticket order form and associated with Bobby Vinton. return it with your remittance.

Polish American Cultural Center April 17, 1025 - Boleslaw Chrobry (Crowned) Boleslaw Chrobry was King of Poland in 1025. He $2013 Raffle Request Form is known as Boleslaw the Brave for uniting and protecting the territories of Poland. He was a member Kindly send me (____) raffle ticket(s) at $10 per ticket to: of the .

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April 18, 1988 - Mary Angela Truszkowska Address ______(Beatified) City ______State ______Zip ______Mary Angela Truszkowska founded the Congregation of the Sisters of St. , the Felicians. Today Email ______the Sisters are engaged in education, health care, social service and pastoral services. Blessed Mary Angela was Make your check payable to: Polish American Cultural Center beatified April 18, 1988 by Pope John Paul II. I have enclosed $ ______for the tickets. April 19, 1943 - Warsaw Ghetto Uprising Upon receipt of your remittance, the ticket stub(s) will be The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising was another completed with the above information and your portion of major resistance against the Nazi troops the stub will be mailed to you for your records. who brutally occupied Poland during World War II. Mail this form with your remittance to: Polish American Cultural Center 308 Walnut Street Visit: PolishAmericanCenter.com Philadelphia, PA 19106 April / May 2013, Polish American News - Page 4 Polish Constitution Day Celebrated in Southeastern Pennsylvania

From the Desk of Community-Wide David Chominski Polish Constitution Day Regional Representative 222nd Commemoration Polish American Congress at the National Shrine of Eastern Pennsylvania District Our Lady of Czestochowa For Delaware County in Doylestown, PA The Council of United Polish Societies of Sponsored by the Chester, PA, invites everyone to attend the Polish American Congress Eastern Pennsylvania District 222nd Anniversary Observance of the Polish Constitution at the Historical 1724 Court House in Chester, on Friday, May 3, 2013, at Sunday, May 5, 2013 9:30 A.M. Mass 12:30 P.M. This event is held every year with members of the Polish Followed by the Youth Program Community of Delaware County along with political representatives in Visitors Center 2:30 P.M. from the City of Chester and Everyone is invited. Admission is free. Delaware County. Please come and feel the history of both the United States and Poland in the historical building, built in 1724, and still being used today. It is documented that “All the great lawyers and judges of Pennsylvania at Chester’s Historic 1724 Court House some time gave services in the Chester Court House. These included Andrew Hamilton, James Featuring performances by Adam Mickiewicz Polish Language Wilson, signer of the Declaration, Tench Francis and many more.” School, Our Lady of Czestochowa Polish Language School, Sloneczniki Children’s Folk Dance Group, St. Adalbert Polish Polonia of Delaware County is proud to feature Language School, and the P.K.M. Polish Folk Dancers. Teresa G. Wojcik, PhD. as the guest speaker for the event. Dr. Wojcik teaches in the Department of Download and print out a copy of the Polish American News Education and Counseling at Villanova University. via the Internet at: PolishAmericanNews.com She also currently serves as the President of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Kosciuszko Foundation and as a member of the Board of Directors of the Poland’s Constitution of 1791 Polish Institute of Arts and Sciences of America. Second Oldest Democratic Constitution in the World This summer, she will be the American staff leader and director of a Kosciuszko Foundation Teaching English in Poland In the late 18th century liberal movements swept through camp near Przemysl, Poland. America, England and France, permanently changing their governments. This movement also had a profound effect in Poland in For more information contact Judy Kuchinski at 610-494-6948. 1791. On the third of May that year the Polish legislature adopted a constitution very similar to the United States Constitution, making Poland the second country in the world to adopt such a document. When visiting historic Philadelphia, This development disturbed the strong monarchies surrounding be sure to visit the Poland who were fearful that the liberal movement would also sweep Polish American Cultural Center Museum through their countries. They soon invaded and partitioned Poland, 308 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA crushing the movement and dividing the country. and see the exhibit marking the 222nd Anniversary of Poland’s May 3, 1791 But the spirit of the Polish people could never be suppressed. Constitution, the second oldest For over 222 years, although faced with many trying events in Democratic Constitution in the world. their nation’s history, Poles and people of Polish descent have Internet: PolishAmericanCenter.com commemorated the May 3, 1791 Polish Constitution Day as a day of unity, love of freedom and belief in democratic ideals. Throughout For additional information, call the Museum the past 222 years, it was that endless Polish quest for freedom, at 215-922-1700. peace and justice and the ideals of the May 3rd Constitution that united the Polish nation and the world’s Polonia - a unity that still unites Polonia with an indomitable Polish spirit. Attention Life Insurance Agents! For additional information visit the Museum’s Internet site at Tri-State Life Sales Representative Job Opening PolishAmericanCenter.com. The Polish Roman Catholic Union of America, the oldest Polish fraternal in the US, celebrating 140 years of service to the Polish American community, is seeking an experienced life insurance professional for this area to serve new and existing members. Please contact Robert Fattore at 800-772-8632 X 2631 for more details, or go to: www.prcua.org

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The handwritten original of the Government’s Law names the Constitution of May Third of the Year 1791, stitched into the great Meat Market book containing the records of the Four-Year Seym (1788-1792) kept A Complete Polish Super Market at the Main Archives of Ancient Records in Warsaw. Home Made Kielbasa - Imported Items from Poland J World Travel • Nina Tyra 3150 Richmond Street, Philadelphia, PA 2626 E. Allegheny Avenue • Philadelphia, PA 19134 Telephone: (215) 426-4336 • Internet: KrakusMarket.com (215) 634-6006 April / May 2013, Polish American News - Page 5 Historic Reflections Continued • April / May

April 20, 1920 - Vilna Offensive The Vilna offensive was a campaign of the Polish-Soviet War of 1919–1921. The Polish army launched an offensive on April 16, 1919 to take Vilnius (Polish: Wilno) from the Red Army. After three days of street fighting from April 19–21, the city was captured by Polish forces causing the Red Army to retreat.

April 21, 1978 - Krystyna Chojnowska-Liskiewicz Polish American Cultural Center Museum Gift Shop Krystyna Chojnowska-Liskiewicz of Poland became Open during regular Exhibit Hall Hours the first woman to sail around the world alone in a For an order form, call the Gift Shop, Monday through Friday 31-foot vessel. The trip took 401 days and covered between 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. and a form will be mailed to you. 31,166 nautical miles. On April 21, 1978, Krystyna Chojnowska-Liskiewicz completed her solo trip and If you are on the Internet, there is an order form you can download. gained her title “The First Lady of the Oceans”. Visit the Museum Gift Shop on the Internet at: April 22, 1915 - Founding PolishAmericanCenter.com The Polish Museum of America’s Library Items are shipped United Parcel Service or Priority Mail was founded on April 22, 1915 in Chicago, Illinios, by the Polish Roman For more information call (215) 922-1700. Catholic Union of America. The Library All Major Credit Cards are accepted. Consider the Gift Shop collects books and information on the for that special gift for a family member or friend. history of Polonia in America and on the .

April 23, 1989 - Mother Frances Siedliska (Beatified) Mother Frances Siedliska was the foundress of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth in 1875. The Sisters serve in education, health care and social Bus Groups Welcome at the services in Poland, France, England and the United Polish American Cultural Center Museum States. Mother Frances Siedliska was beatified on Philadelphia welcomes many bus groups April 23, 1989, by Pope John Paul II. and tour groups visiting the Historic District every day. If you are planning a group tour April 24, 1908 - Józef Goslawski (Born) to Philadelphia, be sure to visit the Polish Józef Goslawski was an author of numerous American Cultural Center Museum at 308 monuments and portrait sculptures, sculpture Walnut Street and the Kosciuszko House at caricatures, medals, coins, renovations and drawings. 3rd and Pine Streets. His early works, generally not conserved, show some When you make your plans, call the Museum in advance so that influence of cubism (self-portrait, portrait of Witold a representative can greet your group and give them a tour. Chomicz), Szukalski’s ideas (sculpture caricature of Henryk Uziemblo), as well as forms similar to ideas of Call the Polish American Cultural Center Museum, Monday through the Polish Applied Art Society (design of the St. Franciscus altar). Friday, between 9 A.M. and 4 P.M. and let them know when your group is planning to visit. Call 215-922-1700. April 25, 1333 - King Casimir the Great (Coronation) For more info, visit: PolishAmericanCenter.com/busgroups.html Poland’s King Casimir the Great reigned between 1333 and 1370. In 1364, Casimir the Great, known by his Polish name, Kazimierz Wielki, established Poland’s first university in Krakow, which became Jagiellonian University.

April 26, 1919 - Napoleon Cybulski (Died) In 1895, Napoleon Cybulski discovered Adrenaline, a hormone which regulates brain and muscle activity.

April 27, 1941 - Marian Batko (Polish Teachers’ Day) On April 27, Polish Teachers’ Day of Remembrance and Peace, about a thousand Polish teachers and students paid homage to the victims of the Auschwitz Nazi camp. The date coincides with the anniversary of the martyr-death in Auschwitz of the teacher Marian Batko, who gave his life for a 16-year-old fellow prisoner.

April 28, 1943 - Nicholas Minue (Died) Nicholas Minue (birth unknown – died April 28, 1943) received the Medal of Honor for military service on behalf of the United States of America in World War II. He received this recognition for charging a group of German soldiers that had a machine-gun position near Medjez El Bab, Tunisia. He died during the charge. Born in Sedden, Poland, he enlisted in the United States Army in Carteret, NJ. He served in Company A, 6th Armored Infantry Regiment, 1st Armored Division.

April 29, 1926 - Paul Baran (Born) Paul Baran was one of the early developers of the Internet, ATM technology, and DSL modem technology. He was born in Poland in 1926 and PA Consumer Registration #PA010759 his family emigrated to Boston in 1928. Mr. Baran has connections to Philadelphia through Drexel University where he did his undergraduate work. Visit: PolishAmericanCenter.com April / May 2013, Polish American News - Page 6

Laura Santilla Awarded the Historic Reflections Continued • April / May Frances E. Wyszynski Memorial Scholarship April 30, 1632 - Zygmunt III Waza (Died) During the Polish Police Zygmunt III Waza (20 June 1566 – 30 April Founders Banquet 1632) was Grand Duke of Lithuania and Crown On Saturday, February 9, 2013, King of Poland, a monarch of Polish-Lithuanian the Polish Police Association of Commonwealth from 1587 to 1632, and King of Philadelphia held its 38th Annual Sweden (where he was known simply as Sigismund) Founders Day Banquet, at King’s from 1592 until he was deposed in 1599. He was Caterers II in Bristol, PA. the son of King John III of Sweden and his first wife, Catherine Jagellonica of Poland. During the banquet program, a memorial scholarship, established May 1, 1908 - Krystyna Skarbek (Born) by Ray Wyszynski in 1998 in memory of his mother, Frances E. Krystyna Skarbek became a spy for the British Wyszynski, was awarded. The 14th recipient was Laura Santilla, Special Operations Executive during World War who is a freshman at Temple University. She has not decided II. She was well-known for her operations in on a major, but working to fulfill her prerequisite courses. The Nazi occupied Poland and France. Due to her scholarship is presented to a student in recognition of outstanding resourcefulness and success, more women were scholastic achievement and service to the community. recruited by espionage organizations. Congratulations are extended to Laura Santilla from Ray Wyszynski and family along with the Polish Police Association of May 2, 1952 - Christine Baranski (Born) Philadelphia, Polish American Congress, Eastern PA District, and Christine Baranski is an Emmy and Tony Award the entire Polonia. Wishing Laura much success in the future. winning actress. She was born in Buffalo, NY. She Sto Lat! is known for her outstanding performances in the TV series Cybill and Frasier. She also has had roles in several movies including the Bird Cage and the Grinch The Frances E. Wyszynski Memorial Scholarship that Stole Christmas. for Summer Study in Poland May 3, 1791 - Polish Constitution Day is accepting applications through MAY 1 The Philadelphia Chapter is pleased to announce the Frances Polish Constitution Day marked the second E. Wyszynski Memorial Scholarship for summer study in Krakow, oldest democratic constitution in the world, Poland. Administered by Philadelphia philanthropist Mr. Raymond enacted in Poland on May 3, 1791. This Wyszynski, this $2,500 scholarship supports the participation of declaration of democracy remains a focal point a young female from the Philadelphia area in the summer study for the Polish people who are reminded that program at Jagiellonian University. Interested applicants should Poland was the fatherland of documented provide the same materials as listed for the Tomaszkiewicz-Florio democracy in Eastern Europe, second only to the democracy scholarship at the KF website: http://www.thekf.org/programs/ established by the American constitution adapted in 1787. study/admission_information/ May 4, 1870 - Zygmunt Stojowski (Born) Applications for Summer Study Scholarships should be Zygmunt Stojowski was a friend of Peter mailed by Wednesday, May 1 to: Tchaikovsky and famous student of Ignacy Jan Teresa G. Wojcik, Ph.D. Paderewski. Stojowski was not only a brilliant 3261 Adams Ct. N. concert pianist, he was known for being an Bensalem, PA 19020 outstanding professor, teaching countless Questions may be directed towards: students in New York until the end of his life. He Philadelphia Chapter President Teresa Wojcik (215) 752 - 9270; became a champion of the newly independent [email protected] Polish nation in 1918. OR Grants and Scholarships Officer, Kosciuszko Foundation, Addy May 5, 1846 - Henryk Sienkiewicz (Born) Tymczyszyn: (212) 734-2130; [email protected] Henryk Sienkiewicz is a Nobel Prize winner for literature in 1905. Sienkiewicz was born in Poland in 1846 and is the author of “Quo Vadis?” and three Study In Poland This Summer other novels known as “The Trilogy”. The Kosciuszko Foundation is accepting applications for short term summer study programs at the Jagiellonian University in May 6, 1867 - Wladyslaw Reymont (Born) Krakow and the John Paul II Catholic University of . Wladyslaw Reymont received the Nobel Prize for For classes, prices, course information, scholarship information literature in 1924 for his four-volume novel, “The and additional details, please see http://www.thekf.org/programs/ Peasants”, completed between 1904 and 1910. Never summer/study or call the Summer Study Abroad office before had an author presented the daily life and 212-734-2130 ext. 210. folkways of the Polish countryside.

May 7, 2004 - Waldemar Milewicz (Died) Waldemar Milewicz was a Polish journalist and war correspondent who was killed in a drive-by shooting in Iraq. It is believed that his car was followed by a group of Iraqi insurgents in another Greetings from car. Milewicz’s car was clearly marked with a Richard L. Krzyzanowski, Esq. ‘press’ sticker. Despite that, when the attackers Krzyzanowski Foundation caught up with it, they opened machine gun fire. May 8 - Saint Stanislaus Feast Day Poland’s Patron Saint, Saint Stanislaus, an early Bishop of Krakow, Poland, was slain by King Boleslaw Smialy while celebrating Mass in 1079. His body lies in the cathedral of Wawel Hill in Krakow, Poland. Hundreds of Polish churches across the world are named after St. Stanislaus in honor of Poland’s Patron Saint. May 9, 1931 - Albert Michelson (Died) Albert Michelson was born in Strzelno, Poland, and emigrated to the U.S. with his family in 1855. He was a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, held several professorships at universities across the U.S. and received a Nobel Prize in physics in 1907. His passion was the accurate measurement of the speed of light. Using his interferometer, he paved the way for the development of the theory of relativity, formulated by Albert Einstein. April / May 2013, Polish American News - Page 7

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May 10, 1955 - John Radecki (Died) John Radecki (also known as Jan Radecki) (1865 - 1955) was a master stained glass artist working in Australia, considered to be the finest such artist of his time. Radecki was born on August 2, 1865 at Lódz, Poland to Pavel Radecki and his wife, Victoria. May 11, 1935 - Jozef Pilsudski

Jozef Pilsudski was a Polish revolutionary, statesman, Field Marshal, and Polish Chief of State. He is considered largely responsible for Poland having regained her independence in 1918. Many Polish and Polish American organizations, schools May 12, 1970 - General Wladyslaw Anders (Died) General Wladyslaw Anders was a Polish freedom Ewa Matczak, D.M.D. fighter and military leader during World War II. In General Denistry addition to leading Poland’s cavalry units during 3084 Aramingo Avenue 4250 Richmond Street Poland’s invasion in 1939, General Wladyslaw Anders is known for creating Anders Army. Anders Philadelphia, PA 19134 Philadelphia, PA 19137 was also the leader of several successful battles 215-739-2787 215-533-2787 which freed Monte Cassino, Italy, from Nazi Office Hours by Appointment Mowimy Po Polsku occupation.

May 13, 1984 - Stanislaw Marcin Ulam (Died) Stanislaw Marcin Ulam was a Polish mathematician who participated in the Manhattan Project and Port Richmond Pharmacy proposed the Teller–Ulam design of thermonuclear Store Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30 A.M. to 8 P.M. weapons. He also invented nuclear pulse propulsion Saturday: 8:30 A.M. to 2 P.M. and developed a number of mathematical tools in number theory, set theory, ergodic theory, and Sunday: 8:30 A.M. to 12 Noon algebraic topology. “Mowimy po polsku”!

May 14, 1948 - Walter Olkewicz (Born) 2512 East Clearfield Street Walter Olkewicz is an actor who played Marko in Philadelphia, PA 19134 Wizards and Warriors. He also guest starred in many TV shows including Night Court, Seinfeld, Tel: 215-426-5099 ER, and Who’s The Boss. He also played Jacques Fax: 215-426-4401 Renault on Twin Peaks. Email: [email protected]

• Friendly Competent Service • Polish & Albanian Translation • Always Prompt Courteous Service • Free Delivery & Rx Pick-Up May 15, 1951 - Dr. Frank Wilczek (Born) • Family Atomosphere • All Insurance Accepted Dr. Frank Wilczek received the 2004 Nobel Prize in • Convenient Location • Food Mart, Gifts, Keys Made, Greeting Cards Physics for the discovery of asymptotic freedom. Dr. • ATM Inside • Medical Supplies • Open 7 Days A Week • Free Blood Pressure / Diabetes Screening Wilczek is a professor of physics at the prestigious • Lottery Tickets • UPS Drop Off & Pick Up M I T University and is considered one of the world’s most eminent theoretical physicists. Nicholas Masino: Owner / Pharmacist John Masino: Owner / Manager May 16, 1902 - Jan Kiepura (Born) Gerry Masino: HR / Customer Relations Manager We remember Jan Kiepura, known as the greatest Kristie Masino-Monoky: Pharm. D. • Zachary Masino: Pharm. D. Polish tenor. Jan Kiepura made his American debut with the Chicago Opera Company in 1931. His Winner “Best of Port Richmond” 2007 • 2008 • 2009 • 2010 performances won him title roles in major operas and Winner of “Best of River Wards” 2012 he made several recordings during his career.

May 17, 1941 - Grace Zabriskie (Born) Grace Zabriskie is an American actress. She has appeared in many popular American films and television series. Zabriskie may best be remembered in her role as Mrs. Ross, a recurring character on the sitcom, Seinfeld. She played the mother of another doomed daughter, Susan Ross - George Costanza’s fiancee.

May 18, 1920 - Karol Wojtyla (Born) Karol Wojtyla was elected Pope on October 16, 1978 and died on April 2, 2005. He is known as Pope John Paul The Great.

May 19, 1939 - Tomasz Sikorski (Born) Polish American Travel Service Pianist Tomasz Sikorski was born in Warsaw in Travel Reservations • Translation Services 1939. During his life he wrote chamber, orchestral, PEKAO • Parcels to Poland solo and choral music. In 1975, he was awarded 2714 E. Allegheny Avenue • Philadelphia, PA 19134 a senior Fulbright scholarship from the United (215) 634-3396 States government which allowed him to work at the Columbia-Princeton Electronic Music Center in New York. Tomasz Sikorski’s work is frequently performed at contemporary Music Festivals throughout the world.

May 20, 1881 - General Wladyslaw Sikorski (Born) General Wladyslaw Sikorski was a Polish military and political leader. During World War II, General Place your business ad in the next edition of the Polish Sikorski became Prime Minister of the Polish American News. For more information, call 215-922-1700, Government in Exile and Commander-in-Chief of the Monday through Friday, 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. Polish Armed Forces. April / May 2013, Polish American News - Page 8 From the Desk of Recovery in the U.S.A. Michael Blichasz, Host I am pleased to report that a growing number of people are Saturday Variety Program at 11 A.M. promoting the Buy American Made Campaign. To get more people & American Workers Radio 11 A.M. Wednesdays talking about JOBS and ideas to improve America's economy, I 860 AM Radio WNWR • Philadelphia, PA presented "The Blichasz Plan" which has more people asking I welcome you to review the information from questions such as: my most recent weekly commentaries and ask 1. Why aren't America's Governors meeting at least once a that you share this information with your family year to document their ideas on creating jobs? members and friends. 2. Why haven't national leaders been presenting proposals AmericanWorkersNeedYou.com for long-term tax incentives to keep businesses in America and encourage businesses to return to the U.S.A.? “The Blichasz Plan” 3. Why aren't schools teaching the job skills needed in For several years I have offered suggestions on ways to support America’s multi level job market? American Workers and the businesses that employ them. 4. Why aren't we ending all tax loopholes that give After discussions with thousands of people and hundreds of radio corporations incentives to operate overseas? broadcast commentaries and newspaper articles, I am offering a brief 5. Why aren't national leaders helping to expand America's and achievable summary. I’ll call it “The Blichasz Plan”. I feel our job base? national elected leaders should follow these suggestions for the well- being of every American: Why? BECAUSE the people who pay the taxes haven't been holding national elected leaders accountable and, therefore, they 1. America’s 50 governors should organize a state-wide do anything they choose while taxpayers are left with the bills and business conference to hear the ideas of their states’ the national debt. business leaders for maintaining and creating jobs. This input should be documented and followed by a national conference As of April, 2013, America's population is over 315 million. with governors, the president, and leaders of Congress to review America needs 189 million full and part time jobs for its people to each state’s suggestions. be properly employed. Presently, we have 143 Americans employed, which causes me to ask the question, Why aren't America's 2. America’s leaders must outline long-term tax incentives for NATIONAL LEADERS reacting? businesses operating in the U.S.A. and those businesses that are considering bringing their operations back to America. From what I see, in order for employment opportunities to grow substantially, we must support American made products FIRST. 3. Americans must focus even more attention on the “Buy This will not only improve employment statistics but will also keep American Made Campaign” efforts to strengthen America’s more of our dollars circulating within the U.S.A. Only when we industries and create more jobs. Buying American made reach the 50/50 balance between American made and foreign should be mandated for all products and services purchased by made products in our stores, we will see "Recovery In The U.S.A". the government with our tax dollars. Today I ask that you email, facebook and tweet the "Buy American 4. School authorities should mandate workforce development Made Campaign" message to all of your contacts. programs in every school so America’s students know what job skills are needed by the private sector businesses of TODAY and TOMORROW. There is no reason Americans are unable to compete in the global economy with skilled workers Positive Efforts - Positive Results! and profitable businesses. America’s taxpayers pay for schools; Americans were always told that Positive Efforts bring about we should promote the subjects that benefit America. Positive Results. That is very true and each of us that promotes the 5. Eliminate all tax loopholes for corporations that Buy American Made Campaign and supports the businesses that manufacture overseas and import their products for sale in employ American workers has made a major impact on America’s America. economy. Through our efforts the American people clearly see that America became the SALES POINT for foreign products while jobs 6. Businesses that produce merchandise in America should and jobs skills were lost for American workers. receive additional tax incentives to help them expand the flow of American made items in our stores. As a result of efforts like American Workers Radio and American Workers Need You more people are focused on efforts to support 7. America’s businesses must renew their tradition of businesses that manufacture, sell, ship and promote products made innovation so that more jobs can be created and we can get in the U.S.A. It is time for our national elected leaders to join our America’s industries moving again. efforts and outline how they would welcome more private sector 8. Institute an America Corps program where young people businesses to maintain and expand jobs in America. across the U.S.A. can help with community services in Because of poor national leadership, Americans are going through return for college tuition credits or job training credits. challenging economic times. This is especially true for Americans 9. America’s infrastructure needs a lot of attention. Our tax with jobs skills, but no businesses to hire them. Our leaders dollars must be invested to revitalize our roads, bridges and continue to offer endless messages about the need for more communities and in the process create additional jobs and Taxes, but almost nothing about the need for more JOBS nor skilled jobs. how they plan to work with businesses to get America’s economy 10. We the American people have the power to change moving again. We the American people have been a leading force in America’s economy by supporting more American made requesting that national leaders take action on our suggestions to EVERYTHING! Buying more American made will help circulate restore JOBS in America. Our suggestions include: more of our dollars in the U.S.A. and improve America’s over-all 1. Offering long-term tax cuts to businesses operating in the economy. U.S.A. and employing American workers and long-term tax These are just a few suggestions that could help America and benefits to businesses that restore industries and jobs in American workers. It would be good for national, state and local America. elected leaders to make them a priority. 2. Expanding all “Buy American Made” efforts, especially where our tax dollars are paying for the products and services used by government, education and every program supported by government funding which respresents out tax dollars. 3. Supporting workforce development programs in every school and workplace so every American has the needed job skills that will permit them to maintain ongoing employment.

4. Ending tax loopholes for corporations that manufacture overseas and use America as their major point of sale.

It is important that every American and especially America’s national, state and local elected leaders look out for the well-being of America FIRST. Call your elected officials and let them know where you stand and email them a copy of today’s commentary. Thanks for your positive efforts Tune In to American Workers Radio and for helping us spread the word. Wednesdays with Michael Blichasz 11 A.M. to 12 Noon - 860 AM Radio WWDB Serving Philadelphia and TriState area Internet Broadcast: AmericanWorkersRadio.com Listen live & rebroadcasts link: AmericanWorkersRadio.com April / May 2013, Polish American News - Page 9

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Your support for local businesses helps in the following ways: Flowers for all occasions Delivery National & International 1. Local residents remain employed. 2. Local delivery and marketing services remain utilized. 3. Creates and supports a vibrant local economy. 4. Local, state, and federal taxes are collected from the payroll and business Pulaski Day Parade GRAND MARSHALS 2013 tax system which help support local, state and federal government services. 5. As a customer you can ask retailers to feature more American made products In October, 2013, the Pulaski Day Parade which will help American manufacturing facilities in the U.S.A. remain open in Philadelphia will celebrate its 80th and create more job opportunities. Anniversary. In recognition of the participation For more information visit: NationalSmallBusinessWeekend.com of the many organizations that have made up AmericanWorkersRadio.com the parade over the years, the Pulaski Parade A National Network Promoting America’s Businesses and American Workers Committee will highlight the organizations. The president or official representative of Our Efforts Promote America the organizations will be the Grand Marshal Every supporter of the Buy American Made Campaign can see for their respective groups. how many of America’s industries have been lost during the last Kindly mark your calendar for Sunday, 30 years and how important it is for us to help reverse this reality. October 6, 2013, and plan to be part of the 80th Anniversary Our efforts promote America and remain focused on supporting of the Pulaski Day Parade in Philadelphia on the Benjamin the businesses already manufacturing products in the U.S.A. We Franklin Parkway in Center City. continue to work hard to show businesses that investing in America and producing quality and competitive products can be profitable For more information call the Polish American Congress office at: and will be well supported by the American people. As American (215) 739-3408, or visit: PulaskiDayParade.com. made inventory moves off store shelves, it is having a positive effect on businesses and employment opportunities. I continue to receive a positive response from my commentary “The Blichasz Plan”. This plan was meant to get people thinking and talking about what could be done by our elected leaders with the encouragement of the American people. Now that Spring is here, I urge you to direct more of your spending power in support of the Buy American Made Campaign. As we begin the new season, take the Buy American Made CHALLENGE and seek out only American made items for at least 30 days. I know it is not always possible, but by taking the CHALLENGE and shopping around, you will fully understand why your participation is so important. If we can help just a portion of America’s 29 million businesses to employ a few more people to meet the demands of America’s consumers, more jobs would be available and more people would be able to support themselves. As you know, the FIRST Friday, Saturday and Sunday of every month is now “National Small Business Weekend”. This effort was started to encourage Americans to shop at A New World Record By Jenn Stuczynski-Suhr local businesses which Jenn Stuczynski Suhr, a Fredonia, New York keep local communities native, cleared 16 feet-5 1/2 inches to set a vibrant and employ more new women’s indoor pole vault record en route than 60 million people to winning her seventh - and sixth straight across America. For more - USA Indoor title at the USA Track & Field information about this effort visit our Internet site: Championships at the Alburquerque Convention NationalSmallBusinessWeekend.com. Center. An Olympic gold medalist in 2012, Suhr was in great form as she won on her first attempt at American Workers Radio Broadcasts each progression in the track meet winning the Wednesdays with Michael Blichasz competition as she cleared 15 feet-9 inches on 11 A.M. to 12 Noon • 860 AM Radio WWDB her first attempt. She then cleared 16 feet-3/4 Serving Philadelphia and TriState area inches on her first attempt and set the new world record on her first attempt at 16 feet-5 1/2 inches. Internet Broadcast: AmericanWorkersRadio.com Listen live & rebroadcasts link: AmericanWorkersRadio.com This was Suhr’s ninth American record in the past six years and her first world mark breaking the 16 feet-5 1/4 inch record set by Russia’s Yelena Isinbayeva in 2012. 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Compliments to America’s Polonia, its Media Outlets and Associated Organizations for Promoting the Cause of American Workers and an Improved American Economy. April / May 2013, Polish American News - Page 10 Polonia Extends Best Wishes to Pope Francis Historic Reflections Continued • April / May VATICAN CITY - The world’s 1.2 billion Catholics have a new May 21, 1674 - Jan Sobieski (Coronation) leader: Cardinal Jorge Mario Jan Sobieski became King of Poland on May Bergoglio, now Pope Francis, a name 21, 1674. It was Sobieski who defeated the taken in honor of the humble patron Turkish Armies during the battle of Vienna in saint of Italy, Saint Francis of 1683, which in turn saved Europe and Western Assisi - whose humility the new pope civilization. He has been honored for centuries hopes to emulate. as the “Defender of Christendom.” The former Archbishop of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and a member of the Jesuit Order, is the first May 22, 1993 - Mieczyslaw Horszowski (Died) pope from the new world. Born Pianist Mieczyslaw Horszowski was an in Argentina to parents of Italian internationally acclaimed pianist and music descent, he represents a bridge teacher whose performances were widely recorded. between the Church’s European Mieczyslaw Horszowski was also a teacher at the roots and its future in Latin America. Curtis Institute and continued to teach and perform Cardinal Bergoglio’s chosen name, until shortly before his death in Philadelphia in Francis, is a nod to the patron saint 1993 at the age of 100. of Italy, Saint . “I know him,” Monsignor Anthony Figueiredo, a Director of the May 23, 1883 - Cyprian Norwid (Died) North American College in Rome said, “He is complete simplicity - down to Earth - a man with the people.” Cyprian Norwid was a nationally esteemed Polish poet, as well as a prominent sculptor, dramatist and It took the 115 cardinal electors just a day and a half to send a painter. His work was not appreciated during his cloud of white smoke up a chimney above St. Peter’s Square, lifetime. Cyprian Norwid is now considered one of signaling the conclusive vote that at least 77cardinals agreed that the four most influential poets of Poland. Bergoglio was the right man to succeed Pope Benedict XVI. One of Francis’ first phone calls as pope was to his predecessor, May 24, 1543 - Mikolaj Kopernik (Died) the now-Pope Emeritus Benedict. The Rev. Thomas Rosica, deputy Polish astronomer Mikolaj Kopernik, known by his Vatican spokesman, said the new pontiff was already “writing the Latin name “Nicholas Copernicus”, was born in the playbook” with his unscripted move. city of Torun, Poland. Copernicus is the Father of Pope Francis’ Installation Mass was held on March 19th. Pope Modern Astronomy, known as the man who moved Francis is the 266th pope and the 265th successor to St. Peter the the earth and stopped the sun. Apostle. With many of the world’s leaders in attendance at his installation, the Pope told them, “Please, let us be protectors of May 25, 992 - (Coronation) creation, protectors of God’s plan inscribed in nature, protectors of one another and of the environment.” Mieszko I was a Duke of Poland and the first historical ruler of Poland. Member of the Piast Let us keep Pope Francis in our daily prayers, asking that the dynasty, he was son of the legendary Siemomysl, Holy Spirit may continually inspire him, as he guides our beloved grandchild of and father to Boleslaw Church through this first segment of the 21st century. “Long live Chrobry, the first crowned prince of Poland, and Pope Francis!” Swietoslawa-Sygryda, a Nordic queen.

St. Joseph’s Church Honors Service Personnel and May 26, 1956 - Aloysius Szymanski (Died) Battleship New Jersey Veterans Aloysius Szymanski, professionally known as Al St. Joseph’s History Society of St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Simmons, was a player in Major League Baseball for (Polish) Church, Camden, NJ will honor those who served on the over three decades. Al Simmons was elected to the Battleship New Jersey and active military personnel during the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1953. He is on the list of annual Armed Forces Day Mass at 10:30 AM on Sunday, May 19th, the 100 Greatest Baseball Players in Major League 2013. Baseball. For the past five years, the History Society has recognized the May 27, 1887 - Kazimierz Fajans (Born) sacrifice of US service men and women in honor of Armed Forces Kazimierz Fajans, a Polish American physical Day. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the commission of the chemist, was the co-author of a work entitled, “The Battleship New Jersey on May 23, 1943 and special recognition will Science of Radioactivity” and helped to formulate the also go to those who valiantly served on the ship during four decades law of radioactive moves. Kazimierz Fajans served as of service. a university professor and researcher in Germany, As in the past, the names of active military personnel will be England and the United States. remembered and read during Mass, and family and friends who wish to participate are asked to send the name and branch of service of May 28, 1981 - Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski (Died) loved ones in uniform to [email protected]. Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski was the leader of The Battleship New Jersey, America’s most decorated Battleship, Poland’s Catholic Church during the dark days was decommissioned for the final time in 1991 and began service as of Soviet Communist rule in Poland. Cardinal a museum and memorial on the Delaware River in October 2001. It Wyszynski was the chief church official, the Primate has become one of Camden’s most recognizable landmarks. of Poland, from 1948 until his death on May 28th in 1981. Just as the Battleship New Jersey remains today a proud symbol of the shared sacrifice of those who fought to defend our cherished freedoms, St. Joseph’s Church, founded in 1892, survives today May 29, 1987 - Jack Ham (Hall of Fame Induction) as a living symbol of the sacrifice and toil of thousands of Polish Jack Ham was inducted into the National Polish immigrants who came to America seeking freedom and opportunity American Sports Hall of Fame on May 29, 1987. He in the once mighty industrial City of Camden. played for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1970’s and A reception in the church hall will immediately follow the Mass, is considered one of the greatest outside linebackers where photographs, documents, uniforms and other memorabilia in the history of the NFL. of parishioners who have served in the US Armed Forces will be displayed. May 30, 2005 - Tomasz Pacynski (Died) For more information, please contact Grant Wilinski at 609-965- Tomasz Pacynski was a Polish fantasy and science 2614 or [email protected]. St. Joseph’s Church is located at fiction writer. He was one of the creators, and since 10th and Mechanic Sts. Camden, NJ. 08104. The church’s Webpage 2004, the chief editor of Fahrenheit, the first Polish can be viewed at: http://www.stjosephscamdennj.org/ Internet science fiction fanzine. He published short stories in such magazines as Science Fiction, SFera, and Fantasy, and in Internet fanzines such as Polish Eagles Sports Club Fahrenheit, Esensja, Fantazin and Srebrny Glob. He also wrote articles published in SFera and Science Fiction. 3157 E. Thompson Street - Philadelphia, PA 19134 (Port Richmond section) May 31, 1957 - Leopold Staff (Died) Wedding and Special events - Call: (215) 423-0800 Leopold Staff was one of the most recognized Polish poets in the first half of the 20th century. Staff was To read or print out a copy of this newspaper also an editor, dramatist and prolific translator. He online, visit: PolishAmericanNews.com was associated with the Young Poland Movement. April / May 2013, Polish American News - Page 11 Polish American Social Services “PASS” PolishAmericanSocialServices.com or UnitedSocialServices.com

2012 State of Pennsylvania Polish American Social Services “PASS” Property Tax Rent Rebate Program United Social Services Outreach Program Applications for the Property Tax Rent Rebate Program were mailed by the Main Office: program to those who applied in previous 308 Walnut Street • Philadelphia, PA 19106 years. Applications are now available from Open Monday to Friday • 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. PASS. Telephone: (215) 923-1900 If it’s 2013, why is the program called the 2012 Property Tax Rent Rebate Program? Outreach Services in and around the Philadelphia area This rebate program is a “look back” If you, a family member, or friend have a question concerning social program. This means that to calculate a services, call PASS and discuss your needs with a representative. rebate, the program must look back at property taxes or rent the All calls are CONFIDENTIAL, and PASS will either give you the household paid out during 2012. Also to calculate the rebate, the information you need, handle your service directly, or refer you to the program must look back at the income received during 2012 to proper agency that can assist you. calculate the amount of the rebate. Clients wishing to visit the main office at 308 Walnut Street, or one Who is eligible for a rebate? of the outreach sites, are asked to call in advance so that a Social There are many different individuals who may qualify for a rebate. Service Representative can tell you what documentation you will They must fall into one of the categories below and meet certain need to bring with you to process your request. income guidelines. You can view an outline of several programs available to senior • A person or their spouse who is 65 years of age or older, or citizens and individuals of all ages on the PASS Internet site at • Widows or widowers 50 years of age or older, or PolishAmericanSocialServices.com. • Permanently DISABLED individuals 18 years of age or older. For additional information, call PASS, Monday through Friday, What are the income guidelines and how much of a rebate is between 9 A.M. and 4 P.M. at (215) 923-1900. expected? For Homeowners : Job Training Program Information Income Range Rebate Amount $ 0 - $8,000 $650 If you are considering a job training program that can help you $8,001 - $15,000 $500 attain or retain long-term employment, contact PASS for more $15,001 - $18,000 $300 information. The outreach program is especially important to $18,001 - $35,000 $250 individuals who are unemployed due to company closings or For Renters: relocations. PASS will share information about Pennsylvania Income Range Rebate Amount area Job Training Programs to help you become more employable $ 0 - $8,000 $650 $8,001 - $15,000 $500 in a changing job market. Call PASS’s Employment Outreach Representative for more information at (215) 923-1900. IT IS IMPORTANT TO UNDERSTAND THAT YOU DO NOT COUNT ONE- HALF OF SOCIAL SECURITY, SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY Do You Have A Resume? INCOME AND RAILROAD RETIREMENT TIER 1 BENEFITS WHEN CALCULATING ELIGIBILITY INCOME. PASS encourages job-seeking clients to prepare an outline of their work experience, or a resume, before they apply for any type of For example, if your gross Social Security income for 2012 was employment. A written resume helps job seekers present their job $20,000, the Property Tax Rent Rebate Program would count only qualifications to a prospective employer. A PASS staff associate can $10,000 toward eligibility requirements. All other income such as review your current resume, update it, or develop a new one with salary, IRA payouts, pensions, dividends or interest is counted at 100%. you to prepare you for your job interview. Do I ever have to repay this rebate or will a lien be placed on the This service is available at the office of Polish American Social property? Services, 308 Walnut Street in Center City Philadelphia. Call to make an appointment for this free service at (215) 923-1900. No. Absolutely NOT! No Lien is placed on the property nor does the rebate have to be repaid. Furthermore the rebate is not considered as income for any other program. Attention Employers! Whom do I call if I have questions or how can I get an application? People seeking employment often contact PASS. The staff will For more information, to get an application, or to get help be pleased to alert job seekers of Job Openings that have been completing the application, call Polish American Social Services at reported. (215) 923-1900. If your place of employment is about to or has posted an employment opportunity, kindly let PASS know. Call Monday through Friday, between 9 A.M. and 4 P.M. (215) 923-1900, or send the job information to: Medications and Prescription Plans

Attn: Employment Information PACE PLUS is a new name being used Polish American Social Services for the PACE/PACENET programs, (the 308 Walnut Street Pharmaceutical Assistance Contract for the Philadelphia, PA 19106 Elderly) that help pay for prescription drugs. The Kindly include qualifications needed, starting salary and where to new name reflects how this program works with go for an application and interview. Medicare Part D. It can provide better coverage for those who have both PACE/NET and Medicare D. This program has two qualifying income “PASS” works closely with the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging categories for determining eligibility. Seniors, age to provide information and assistance to the elderly. For information 65 or older with incomes as follows: for PACE, regarding services available in a single person $14,500; a couple $17,700. Philadelphia and Southeastern For PACENET, a single person between $14,500 and $23,500 or a Pennsylvania, call PCA’s helpline couple between $17,700 and $31,500. For more info and to get an number at (215) 765-9040 or PASS application call PASS (215) 923-1900. (215) 923-1900. The Pennsylvania Patient Assistance Program Clearinghouse www.PCACares.org This program works with Pharma (Pharmaceutical Manufacturers) to get prescription drugs for those unable to pay. Income guidelines In recognition of a contribution from approximate $20,000 for a single person, $25,000 for a married couple and $30,000 for an adult and two or more dependents. The Michael J. Kosloski Foundation Call 1-800-955-0989. In loving Memory of Leo Kosloski For Polish American Social Services programs In recognition of a contribution from the Barra Foundation For more information about PASS and its Social Service outreach programs, visit: PolishAmericanSocialServices.com For Polish American Social Services programs April / May 2013, Polish American News - Page 12 Polish American Social Services “PASS” PolishAmericanSocialServices.com or UnitedSocialServices.com

“SHARP” Senior Citizens Water Bill Discount Eligibility for Housing Repairs Expanded City of Philadelphia Only As of January 1, 2013, more senior home owners can now receive PASS reminds senior citizens living in the city of Philadelphia that minor home repairs through the Senior Housing Assistance Repair they can apply for the 25% water and sewer discount program. Program (SHARP) The program is designed to help keep seniors safer To qualify, you or your spouse must be: in their home by providing minor home repair; including repair or • 65 years of age or older installation of faucets, toilets, locks, basement steps, grab bars and • have an annual household income of less than $30,500, railings. (approximately $2,541 per month.) The monthly household income limit to qualify for free SHARP Additional Requirements: repairs has increased from 150% to 200% of the Federal Poverty • proof of age for the applicant and spouse Income Guideline (FPIG), or $1,862 for one person and $2,522 - birth certificate for two people. Previous income limits were $1,396 and $1,891 - baptismal certificate respectively. - passport SHARP program guidelines have also been expanded to serve • proof of address seniors with higher monthly incomes through cost-sharing, on a - copy of last water/sewer bill sliding scale based on income. The maximum dollar amount for • proof of total household income repairs and modifications which can be made is $2,400. - social security award letter - 1099 form To be eligible for SHARP services, a person must meet income - pension statement - 1099 form eligibility guidelines; be age 60 or older; and own and occupy a home - interest - 1099 form in Philadelphia that is structurally sound with all functional utilities. - income tax return for the last year SHARP services may be received once every five years. Those who qualify will receive a 25% discount on every monthly Seniors who applied for SHARP previously and were denied due to water bill. There are many people still eligible who have not applied. income are encouraged to re-apply. For information about the new For more information contact PASS at 215-923-1900. guidelines or to apply for SHARP, call the PCA Helpline at 215-765-9040. For more information about Polish American Social Services In recognition of a contribution from the and its United Social Service Outreach Programs, Fourjay Foundation visit PASS on the Internet at:

For Polish American Social Services programs PolishAmericanSocialServices.com or UnitedSocialServices.com Ways for You to Support the Efforts of Polish American Social Services “PASS” Polish American Social Services “PASS” United Social Services United Social Services 308 Walnut Street - Philadelphia, PA 19106 - (215) 923-1900 Positive Community Services Donation Form Throughout the year, PASS welcomes support from its supporters. The staff works hard to help its constituents maintain their self- (Kindly return this form with your reply) sufficiency. In our ever changing world PASS assists a growing In support of the Polish American Social Services, I am enclosing number of people with information, referrals and direct assistance my donation. regarding age related difficulties, bilingual needs, low income and Date ______unemployment. Our agency has always strived to help people remain responsible and self-sufficient. The staff of PASS upholds these ______$26.00 ______$102.00 ideals. ______$52.00 ______$204.00 The Board, staff and clients are grateful to all who share their ______$102.00 ______$500.00 resources with PASS. Direct donations to the agency and donations through United Way Donor Choice or corporate matching grants are All donors will help matching fund donations that assist very important to our community outreach programs in Philadelphia PASS’s Community Outreach efforts. All donors will receive an and surrounding areas. acknowledgement letter and be added to our PASS Community Outreach Supporters List. For more information or to receive a donor reply form, contact PASS at (215) 923-1900, or email: Total enclosed $ [email protected]. Listed below are a few ways you can help PASS: Donor Information Direct your United Way Donor Choice donations to United Name ______Polish American Social Services, the official name of the agency using the following code number: Address ______United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania - 1869 Workplace campaign contributions to PASS are honored in many City ______State ______Zip ______regions across the country. It is important to ask your campaign management about this no matter where you live. Telephone: Area Code (______) ______

Let your co-workers know about PASS and invite them to E-mail ______support the agency. Make sure that family members and friends know that they can Mail this form to: support PASS through the Donor Choice option at their workplace or Polish American Social Services offer direct donations to the agency. 308 Walnut Street If you work for a company that matches employee gifts, double Philadelphia, PA 19106 your gift by filling out the appropriate form. Many companies who Or charge my: would otherwise not support agencies like PASS do provide support through this vital program. ___ Visa ___ American Express ___ Discover ___ Master Card Important information you’ll need to fill out your form: Total credit card amount $ ______Card # ______Polish American Social Services (official name “United Polish American Social Services”) CVV Code# ______Expiration Date ______308 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 - Telephone: (215) 923-1900 Signature______Internet: PolishAmericanSocialServices.com Contributions are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. Email:[email protected] We are grateful for your support. Your reply will be acknowledged by or: [email protected] mail. 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Polski Uniwersytet Ludowy Polish American Cultural Center Museum Cultivating Polish Culture 308 Walnut Street • Philadelphia, PA 19106 • (215) 922-1700 by Dr. John Romanski Memorial Gifts Are Appreciated Since 1919, the goal of the Polish Memorial gifts in honor of relatives and friends help continue People’s University has been to cultivate the mission and programs provided at the Polish American Cultural Polish culture and tradition and to educate Center Museum Exhibit Hall, 308 Walnut Street in Historic Americans of Polish descent about today’s Philadelphia. The Museum promotes public awareness of Polish Poland. Since its beginnings, the University history and heritage and welcomes tourists from across the United has also placed a great emphasis on States and around the world who visit the Exhibit Hall during their maintaining and preserving the Polish tour of Historic Philadelphia. Dr. John Romanski, President language. All of the lectures and readings Polski Uniwersytet Ludowy Kindly use the form below to make your donation. Every are in Polish and encompass a diversified donor will receive a donation acknowledgement letter along with a spectrum of topics which are published each year in the “University’s Memorial Acknowledgement Card which can be sent to the family of Bulletin.” Many past lectures have been collected and printed in a the deceased. We would also appreciate having you list the Polish commemorative publication named “Memoirs - Program of Lectures American Cultural Center as a suggested charity in obituary of the Polish People’s University,” created to commemorate the 75th notices. For additional information, contact the Center Monday anniversary of the University. This publication also includes a brief through Friday between 9 A.M. and 5 P.M. (215) 922-1700. history of the University. During social gatherings following the lectures, discussions with Memorial Donation Registration Form the speaker permit attendees to exchange questions and opinions The enclosed donation for the Polish American Cultural Center in both Polish and English in a relaxed format. Lecturers include is in memory of: professors, clergy, members of the Polish government, diplomats, doctors, engineers, and artists who have close ties with today’s Name: Polonia. In addition to working closely with the Polish American Date Deceased Congress, Eastern Pennsylvania District, and the Polish American Cultural Center, the University cooperates with the Kosciuszko Donated by: Foundation, Pilsudski Institute, Polish American Institute of Art and Science, and the Association of Polish Engineers “Polonia Technica.” The University supports the National Shrine of Our Lady Name Date of Czestochowa, and participates in traditional events such as the Address Pulaski Day Parade, Polish Constitution Day, and the Kosciuszko Tribute Ceremony. This year it will celebrate the 80th Pulaski City State Zip Parade. Email One past lecturer was Master Andrew Pitynski, famous sculptor Telephone ( ) Donation enclosed $ who presented a review of his cultural achievements, including his sculptures, medals, medallions. One of his works named Wingman Make check payable to: Polish American Cultural Center (Huzar) is placed at the Polonia National Cemetery at the National 308 Walnut Street Shrine in Doylestown. Another topic was presented by Dr. Tomasz Philadelphia, PA 19106 Anisko, well-known scientist at Longwood Gardens. His topic, Kindly return this entire form with your donation. “Victoria -the largest lily in the world, seduction or amusement,” Donations are tax deductible. brought huge interest among Polonia in Philadelphia including the Polish Scouts group. Dr. Iwona Korga, director of the Jozef Pisudski Donations will be acknowledged in writing and memorial names and Institute, presented its program for Polonia and Poland. Among the donors will be listed in the next edition of the Polish American News. memorabilia displayed was the first famous order to begin the 1929 You can print out Donation Registration forms at: Battle of Warsaw, which changed the history of Europe by stopping PolishAmericanCenter.org/Memorial.pdf the spread of communism in many western countries. PUL is preparing the next lecture list for 2013/2014. We invite all members of Philadelphia Polonia to suggest additional speakers and topics. The current board includes: Dr. Janusz Romanski, President, Dr. In recognition of donations Malgorzata Romanska, Treasurer, Directors: Prof. Miron Wolnicki, to the Regina Gorzkowska-Rossi, Dr. Jozef Rzeznik, Honorary President, Polish American Cultural Center and board members Andrew Wisniewski and Paula Kwasniewska. Museum Exhibit Hall in Memory of Syrena Auto Body Shop Kathleen Ashmore 6201 Oxford Avenue • Philadelphia, PA • (215) 535-6606 691 Bethlehem Pike • Montgomeryville, PA • (215) 361-1900 Edward & Mildred Matulewicz Karol Nawarynski Polonia Bids Farewell to Karol Nawarynski Karol Nawarynski, 62, a long time member and supporter of the Polish American Lecture at community, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 3, 2013. Polski Uniwersytet Ludowy in 2013 Born in Allentown, PA, Karol lived in Polski Dom, Associated Polish Home Lawrenceville, NJ, for most of his life, and 9150 Academy Road was currently residing in Trenton, N.J. He Philadephia, PA 19114 graduated cum laude from Alliance College with a B.A. in Polish Studies. During that time 14 kwietnia 2013 r. godz. 3:00 po poludniu he spent his junior year at the Jagiellonian Dr. Malgorzata Piszcz-Conelly - physician University in Krakow, Poland. Since 1986, Witamina D i jej znaczenie dla dobrostanu naszego organizmu. Karol worked for the State of New Jersey in the Department of Vitamin D and its impact on our well being. Treasury, Division of Taxation, as a Tax Investigator. He retired from Submitted by Dr. Jan Romanski the Army Reserve in Fort Dix, NJ, as a master sergeant. He was a member of many organizations including the Polish American Historical Association, President of the Polish Arts Club of In Memory of Trenton twice and was their honoree at their yearly Polonaise Ball in 2008, Kosciuszko Foundation, American Council for Polish Culture, Frank Romanowski Polish Institute of Arts and Sciences of America, Alliance College Alumni Association, NJ Symphony Orchestra, Trenton Symphony August 3, 1914 • May 22, 1996 Association, National Trust for Historic Preservation, Knights of Offered by Daughter Columbus, Polish American Congress Eastern PA District, Philadelphia Pulaski Day Parade Committee, and the Polish Theresa Romanowski American Cultural Center Museum in historic Philadelphia. He had a deep passion for music and dancing and as a member of his college’s Kujawiaki dance troupe he performed across the United States. The Polish American Congress, Eastern PA District, Polish American Cultural Center Museum, and the entire Polonia extend condolences to his wife, children, grandchildren and family. April / May 2013, Polish American News - Page 15

What is there to know about Stress? • Share information with other parents. Don’t deal with problems By Teresa Strudziak Sherman RN, BSN, MS alone. Talk to other parents about stressful issues. Stay in contact with the school and health care professionals. Everyone at all ages is affected by stress at some time, or • Keep connected. Keep close with your family and those people other, during their lifetime. It is important to know your limits important to you after a stressful event. regarding stress so you can manage it and prevent serious health • Keep communication open. Check with your child about how s/he effects. Stress is a complex condition. In this article, you will feels about the event a week later, then in a month, and so on. find suggestions on coping with stress, dealing with job stress, Each child will cope with a stressful event in his/her own way. suggestions for parents, children, teens and school personnel, and The best approach for a parent is to allow children to express list additional resources for more information. their fears and concerns. Suggestions for children and teens when How can you cope with stress? Over time the effects of stress stressful events occur. It is normal to feel stressed and anxious can cause physical and mental health problems. Taking steps to after a traumatic or violent event. How can you deal with such maintain good health and a positive outlook can prevent or reduce feelings? Here are some tips for resolving stress. these negative effects of stress. You can’t always control things Tips for Children and Teens Who Experience Stressful Events: that stress you out, but you can control the way you react to these stressors. The way you feel about things results from the way you • Talk to an adult you can trust. The adult may be a parent, think about things. If you can change how you think, you can another adult family member, an adult friend, neighbor, teacher, change how you feel. It is not always an easy task, but with practice, coach, counselor, family doctor or member of your church or reducing stress can work. temple. If you have seen or experienced violence of any kind, tell an adult about it. Tips to Help Cope With Stress: • Keep active. Take walks, volunteer with a community group, play • If you are overwhelmed, feel you can no longer cope, have suicidal sports, play a musical instrument or do art work. These activities thoughts, are using alcohol or drugs to cope, seek help from a can be a positive way to handle stressful feelings. qualified mental health provider. Talking about your feelings is the • Get involved in making your school or community safer. Join first step to dealing with them, and helping you feel better. groups that promote non-violence in school or the community, or • Seek medical care for physical problems. start the group effort if none exists. • Keep contact with family and friends who can give you mental • Keep in touch with others. Keep in contact with trusted family and support, seek community or religious support services that can friends to talk things out and to help resolve stress or worry. help you with care provider burdens or family issues. • Take care of yourself. Get enough sleep, eat healthy, • Know your body’s signs of stress, such as difficulty sleeping, being exercise and keep a normal routine. Continuous fear and worry easily angered, increased usage of drugs or alcohol, feelings of low will make you sick. Suggestions for school personnel when energy or depression. stressful events occur. Children who experience or hear of a • Very important to many of us: set realistic priorities; decide what stressful event may react with shock, sadness, anger, fear, or must get done and what can wait. Learn to say no to new tasks, confusion. They may not want to be alone, leave the house or particularly if they will cause stress overload. classroom. • At the end of the day, review what you have accomplished, not Tips for School Personnel When Children Experience Stressful what you have been unable to do. Events: • Try not to dwell on problems. Seek professional help if you can’t do this on your own. • Reach out and talk. Encourage the children to talk about their • Exercise on a regular basis. Even 30 minutes per day of regular concerns, realizing that not all children will be having the same paced walking can relieve stress and improve your mood. thoughts or feelings. It is important after a traumatic/stressful • Treat yourself to regular times for healthy and relaxing activities. event, that children can feel comfortable talking about their Relaxation takes practice. Relieve yourself of any guilt when you feelings and that their fears and anxiety are understandable. relax. Ten minutes of slow, deep breathing exercises can reduce • Observe and listen. Watch for changes in behaviors: are the stress. students withdrawing from friends; acting out; any unusual • Try to do something that you enjoy daily for at least fifteen behaviors? Even small behavior changes can be early warning minutes or longer. Start a hobby, read a favorite book, listen to signs that a child is in trouble. music, enjoy a meal with friends, watch a favorite type of movie • Follow normal routines. Maintain a regular class routine. This will are some examples of stress reducing activities. promote stability and feelings of security for the students. • Consider stress coping programs such as meditation, yoga, tai chi Encourage schoolwork and activities, but don’t push if a child or other gentle exercises. seems overwhelmed. • Positive self-talk can be a very effective way to deal with stress by • Express your feelings. Share your feelings with your students. calming you down and helping you deal with stressful situations. Answer their questions and don’t avoid difficult topics. With practice, you can learn to turn negative thoughts into • Care for yourself. Eat healthy, exercise regularly, get enough sleep positive ones which will relieve stress. Self-talk can be quietly out and take a break if you feel overwhelmed and stressed out. loud, but most people think these thoughts in their heads. Instead Additional Resources. This article has provided some ways to help of, “I can’t do this.” Think, “I will do the best I can.” Instead of, manage stress in your life. If you find that you alone, are unable “Everything is going wrong.” Think, “I can handle this one step at to find the solution to your stress problem, there are other a time.” These are but a few examples to help resolve difficult resources that may help you. You can schedule an appointment stressful situations. Rely on methods you used to handle stressful with your health care professional, a psychologist or a situations in the past and were successful. psychiatrist. If you or someone you know is in a crisis situation, • Sometimes you need to deal with stress on the spot. Rather than call the toll free, 24 hour National Suicide Prevention Lifeline doing or saying something that will escalate a stressful situation, hotline: 1-800-273-8255. You can also access information at: the you may need to use an emergency stress stopper. Examples of National Institute of Mental Health, toll free: 866-615-6464; some stress stoppers are: count to 10 before you speak; take 5-10 E-mail: [email protected], the website can be found at: deep breaths; walk away and handle it later; say, “I’m sorry” if you http://www.nimh.nih.gov. made a mistake; break down big problems into smaller parts and Conclusion. Everyone experiences stress. It is up to each of us solve the smaller parts first; drive slow or avoid busy roads to help to control it. Stress can cause our bodies to become sick, very sick you remain calm while driving, or smile and hug a loved one. sometimes. Once we practice ways to manage stress, and teach our • Eat a healthy, well balanced diet. Increase the amount of fruits children and others to do the same, we will be healthier for doing so. and vegetables you eat, and eat normal sized portions on a regular Children need good role models for stress management. Will you be schedule. Avoid caffeine. Suggestions for parents when stressful that good role model? events occur. It is natural for children to worry when stressful Teresa Strudziak Sherman RN, BSN, MS events have occurred in their lives. Talking with children about these events, monitoring what they watch or hear about the References: events, and balancing frightening information with secure American Heart Association. [Jun.20, 2011]. emotional stability are ways to help children cope. Tips for Parents Four ways to deal with stress. When Children Experience Stressful Events: http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/StressMana... • Talk and Listen. Allow the child to express his/her feelings and p.1-2. fears. Support him/her, and let your child know that fears and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (CDC) [July 20, 2012] worries are understandable. http://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/pub/coping_with_stress... • Express yourself. Your child may express sadness, anger, fear or p. 1-5. confusion. Let your child know that you may also have these http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/stress/fact-sheet- feelings, then model good coping behaviors for your child. on...[Feb.10, 2012]. p. 1-3. • Watch. Be alert for changes in your child’s behavior, 40 such as sleeping problems, withdrawing from family or friends or any This article appreaded in the March / April 2013 unusual changes, small or major. • Reassurance. Provide your child with physical and emotional Edition of Zgoda • www.PNA-ZNP.org safety and security. Discuss ways that you, the school and community are taking steps to keep everyone safe. April / May 2013, Polish American News - Page 16 Bulletin Board The Polish American Congress Encourages All to Support Our Area Activities! Saturday, April 13 - 2nd Annual “ Senior Prom” Dance, Saturday, May 25 - Dutchland Polkateers “ Stars & Stripes”, St. Associated Polish Home Ballroom, 9150 Academy Road, Northeast James Social Hall, 505 Woodcrest Avenue, Lititz, PA. Music by Philadelphia, 8 P.M. to 12 Midnight. Music from 40’s, 50’s and Walt Groller Band, 7 to 11 P.M. Info/tickets call Gordon 60’s. Entertainment provided by “Boppin’ With The Big Guys,” 610-940-2668. Lite Buffet Supper & Dessert. Semi-Formal and Formal Attire - Monday, May 27 - St. Joseph Church, Camden, NJ Memorial Day Singles and Couples. Everyone welcome. Info call Pat & Dave Mass, St. Joseph Cemetery, Chews Landing, NJ, 10 A.M. Info call 215-632-5863. rectory 856-963-1285. Sunday, April 14 - Berks County Polish American Board of Sunday, June 2 - Annual Polish Parish Festival, St. Mary’s Education Scholarship Banquet, Reading Country Club, Church, 250 S. 12th Street, Reading, PA., 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. Exeter Township, cocktails 4 P.M., dinner 5 P.M. Music. Info/ Music, Polish food, games, and much more. Rain or Shine. Info reservations call Helen Nowotarski 610-777-4598. call Shelly 610-376-6321. Sunday, April 14 - St. Joseph Church Annual Swieconka Sunday, June 9 - Annual Polish Festival, St. Mary’s Parish, West Luncheon, lower parish hall, 10th & Liberty Streets, Camden, NJ, Elm & Oak Streets, Conshohocken, PA., 12 Noon to 6 P.M. Music Polish buffet, 12 Noon. Info/reservations call Connie Wilke by the Naturalistics Band. Polish Kitchen, games & much more. 856-456-9120. Info call 610-828-0260. Sunday, April 14 - Polski Uniwersytet Ludowy Lecture, in the Saturday, June 15 - Polish American Heritage Association of Polish language, Associated Polish Home, 9150 Academy Road, Berks County 5th Annual Polish Open Golf Tournament, Green Northeast Philadelphia, 3 P.M. Speaker: Dr. Malgorzata Piszcz Acres Golf Course, 461 South Northkill Road, Bernville, PA, Connelly. Topic: “Vitamin D and its Importance for Our Health”. 12 Noon. Info call Marilyn Wlazewski 610-779-5523. Info call 215-624-9954. All are invited to attend. Free. Saturday, April 20 - Annual International Spring Festival, North Penn High School, Valley Forge Road & Sumneytown Pike, Save the Dates Lansdale, PA, 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. Food vendors, international Wildwood Polka Party displays, live entertainment, activities for children and much Thursday, June 20, 2013 - Jam Session more. Info call Lansdale Public Library 215-855-3228. Free admission. Everyone invited. Friday, June 21, 2013 - Evening Polka Party Saturday, June 22, 2013 - Pool Party Sunday, April 21 - Polka Pals “Country Western Dance”, Sacred Heart Parish Center, Cornwall Road & 419, Cornwall, PA. Music Sunday, June 23, 2013 - Polka Dance by Joe Stanky & The Cadets Band, 2 to 6 P.M. Info/tickets call Info & Reservations - Dolly Kubasko - 570-655-0760 Joe Yaklowich 717-566-5704. Sunday, April 21 - Polka Spring Fling, St. Mary Church, 94 Walnut Road, Hamburg, PA. Polka Mass 12:30 P.M. followed by a Polka The Board of the Polish American Congress Dance from 2:30 to 6:30 P.M. Music by The Polka Family Band. welcomes all proud Polish Americans to join the PAC No BYOB and NO BYOF. Info call 610-562-7657. Saturday, April 27 - Dutchland Polkateers”Polka Who Dance”, Polish American Congress St. James Social Hall, 505 Woodcrest Avenue, Lititz, PA. Music by District Membership Polka Dots Band, 7 to 11 P.M. Info/tickets call Gordon 2013 (For New Members) 2013 610-940-2668. Name ______Sunday, April 28 - “Swing Into Spring Polka Days” Dance, Sunnybrook Ballroom, 50 Sunnybrook Road, Pottstown, PA, Address ______12 Noon to 8 P.M. Music by Lenny Gomulka & Chicago Push, City ______State ______Zip ______Eddie Forman Orchestra, and O’Such Rhythm & Music Band. NO BYOB - NO BYOF. Info call Janet O’Such 610-326-2915 or Email ______Dolores Taras 610-779-4329. Please Check One: Sunday, April 28 - Quizzo and Buffet Dinner, St. John Cantius Individual Membership $35.00 ____ Family Membership $45.00 ____ Parish Hall, 4415 Almond Street in the Bridesburg section I understand membership will include a one-year subscription to the of Philadelphia. Dinner 4 to 5:30 P.M. - Quizzo at 5:30 P.M. Polish American News. Cash prizes for winning teams. BYOB. Info call Terry Dombkoski Please return the above form with your payment. 215-535-6667. A membership card will be sent to you promptly. Sunday, April 28 - Polish American Association of South Jersey Make check payable and mail to: Polish American Congress Wielkanoc Meeting & Meal, Christ Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 308 Walnut Street 157 Shore Road, Somers Point, NJ, 2 P.M. Info call Philadelphia, PA 19106 609-277-1835. For more information call the PAC at (215) 739-3408 Friday, May 3 - Polish Constitution Day Commemorative Program, Historical 1724 Court House, Avenue of the States, Chester, PA, 9:30 A.M., sponsored by the Council of United Polish Societies. Speaker: Dr. Teresa Wojcik. Info call Judy Kucinski 610-494-6948. Sunday, May 5 - AMPOL (Americans of Polish Descent) A Taste of Poland (Smak Polski), The Goodstay Center, 2600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Greenville, DE, 3:30 to 7:00 P.M. Info/tickets call 302-547-4668. Sunday, May 5 - Polish American Congress Polish Constitution Day Mass and Youth Program, National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, Ferry Road, Doylestown, PA. Mass, 12:30 P.M., Youth Program, 2:30 P.M. Info call 215-739-3408. Sunday, May 5 - Thaddeus Kosciuszko Club (TK), East Hector and Apple Streets, Conshohocken, PA. Music by the Shoreliners Band, 3 to 7 P.M. Free parking. Admission price includes a meal. Info call 610-828-9352. Friday, May 10 - St. Laurentius School Coach Bag Bingo, Parish Hall Memphis & Berks Streets, Fishtown section of Philadelphia. Doors open 6 P.M., first game 7 P.M. For tickets call Lynne 267-275-1429. Sunday, May 19 - Polka Pals “Hawaiian Dance”, Sacred Heart Parish Center, Cornwall Road & 419, Cornwall, PA. Music by Polka Who, 2 to 6 P.M. Info/tickets call Joe Yaklowich 717-566-5704. Sunday, May 19 - St. Joseph History Society Annual Armed Forces Day Mass, St. Joseph Church, 1010 Liberty Street, Camden, NJ, 10:30 A.M. Honoring those who served on the Battleship New Jersey and active military personnel. Refreshments following Mass in lower hall. Info call Grant Wilinski 609-965-2614. Visit: PolishAmericanCenter.com