“PRIDE OF POLAND” EXHIBIT AT THE AMERICAN POLISH CULTURAL CENTER

January 24, 2017 by

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The exhibition “Pride of Poland” will be on display at the American Polish Cultural Center (2975 E. Maple Road, Troy, MI 48083) on Saturday, February 11, 2017 (during the annual Polish Folk Dance Festival).

The exhibit, created by the Grand Rapids Polish Heritage Society, celebrates Poland’s historical, scientific, military, cultural and sports contributions to America and the world, including:

  • winged warriors who routed the Turkish invaders at Vienna
  • the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the only person to win the prize twice, in two different sciences
  • fliers and aircrews that defended England in the Battle of Britain
  • the brilliant mathematicians who broke the Nazi Enigma system
  • famous Polish American sports and entertainment figures

Learn much more about Poland, its history and its influence by visiting the “Pride of Poland” Exhibit in the east hallway of the American Polish Cultural Center.

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GIVE YOUR CHILD A HAND

January 17, 2017 by

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A new program for parents and guardians with children suffering from dyslexia, hyperactivity, problems with concentration, delayed speech development.  Read the flyer and call Agnieszka Ubysz, MS, to find out more information (586-244-9205).

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POLISH MASS for PAC and POLONIA

January 10, 2017 by

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DETROIT POLONIA CALENDAR

January 10, 2017 by

Detroit Polonia Calendar

Sponsored by the Polish American Congress / Michigan Division

EVERY MONTH

POLISH AMERICAN CONGRESS/MICHIGAN DIVISION OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday 10am-2pm, Thursday 11am-4pm, Saturday 9am-2pm. 313.365.9400. 11333 Jos.Campau, Hamtramck

JANUARY 2017         

Wednesday, January 11 – PAC Senior Club Opłatek. 12 NOON at PAC. no charge

Sunday, January 15 – Kolędy.Mass & Concert.Filarets Choruses. 11:30 AM. St. Isadore, 18201 23 Mile Rd., Macomb, MI

Sunday, January 15 – PAC monthly Polish Mass for Polonia. 9 AM at St. Ladislaus Chapel, Caniff just west of Jos. Campau in Hamtramck. Coffee social to follow mass at the church

Tuesday, January 17 – Very Basic Computer Classes at PAC. (Call office for more information). More advanced computer class planned to start in February

Saturday, January 21 – Movies at PAC.  2 PM “Bogowie” (“Gods”) in Polish with English subtitles, no charge. PAC/MI Office, 11333 Jos Campau, Hamtramck, MI

Sunday, January 22 – Oplatek.Polish Scouting Association. Mass 1 PM – Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish, Filarets Choruses will sing at Mass & Concert to follow. 2:30 PM Oplatek in the St. John Paul II Social Hall.

Friday, January 27 – General Meeting.Friends of Polish Art. 7:30 PM. American Polish Cultural Center, 2975 E. Maple Rd, Troy, MI

Saturday, January 28 – Radio Ball. Polish Varieties Radio.San Marino Club, $$. Call Jerzy Rozalski at 313.343.0660 for more information.

Sunday, January 29 – PNA Council 122 General Membership & Election Meeting, 1PM PNA Council 122 Banquet Facilities, 10211 Conant, Hamtramck, MI. Delegates from all Lodges belonging to Council 122 are urged to attend.

Sunday, January 29 – Mass – Kolędy.Filarets Ladies Chorus. 12 NOON. Old St. Mary’s, 646 Monroe Detroit-Greektown.

FEBRUARY 2017

Saturday, February 11 – Polish Folk Dance Festival. American Polish Cultural Center, 2975 E. Maple Rd, Troy, MI. Admission: $$ Food and drink available for purchase.

Sunday, February 19 – Coin Show. Polish American Numismatic Society & Windsor Coin Club will host 8th International COIN SHOW at the American Polish Cultural Center (2975 E. Maple Rd, Troy, MI).  10 AM – 4 PM.  Buy-Sell-Trade.  Coins, paper money, medals, tokens, stamps, books, supplies.  Over 90 US & World Coin Dealers Tables.  Free Admission.  More information: Les Rosik – 248-909-2670.  www.pans-club.org.  windsorcoinclub.com.

Sunday, February 19 – PNA Council 122 & Lodges Installation.2 PM PNA Council 122 Banquet Facilities, 10211 Conant, Hamtramck, MI. For information and reservations call your Lodge President or Council Secretary, Francine Nizienski 734.591.4249.

Wednesday, February 22 – General Membership Meeting.Central Citizens Committee. 7 PM. New Members encouraged to attend. PNA Council 122 Banquet Facilities – Board Room, 10211 Conant, Hamtramck, MI.

Saturday, February 25 – Ostatki – Carnival.Polish Mountaineers Group #4.KołoGóraliNr. 4.7:30 PM. $35 per person.PNA Council 122 Banquet Facilities, 10211 Conant, Hamtramck, MI. Tickets available at G-Mart, 10012 Jos. Campau, Hamtramck. For more information call 313.574.9711 or 313.874.4666.

MARCH 2017

Saturday, March 11 – PNA Casino Trip to Firekeepers Casino.More information to come.

Saturday, March 18– Annual PAC Meeting & Elections. 10 AM. PNA Council 122 Banquet Facilities, 10211 Conant, Hamtramck, MI. All members urged to attend.

Friday, March 24 – General Meeting. Friends of Polish Art. 7:30 PM. American Polish Cultural Center, 2975 E. Maple Rd, Troy, MI

All events are open to the public except where stipulated. $$ means there is a charge for attendance. There is NO CHARGE for listing an event on this calendar. The calendar will be updated bi-weekly and will be available on the PAC/MI website ( pacmi.org ), will be regularly emailed to members with their email addresses on file in the PAC/MI Office, and will appear in and on Polish Media in Detroit. PAC/MI, its officers and members are not responsible for any errors that occur in these listings. We will strive to make this the most accurate and up-to-date event listing possible.

For more information or to list an event:

  • Call the PAC/MI office at 313-365-9400
  • Email information to DetPoloniaCalendar@Comcast.net
  • Mail the information to: PAC/MI Calendar, 11333 Jos. Campau, Hamtramck, MI 48212

Please include a phone number if we need more information.

 

 

 

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National PAC newsletter features a story about Michigan Division’s activities

December 17, 2016 by

We invite you to read the new national PAC newsletter, which this time features a story about our Division’s activities.  We have submitted an article about one of our recent events – honoring teachers of Polish language schools in our area – and the editors of the national newsletter chose to include it in that publication.  You can read the story and the entire December 2016 PAC Newsletter by clicking on the link below:

http://pac1944.org/newslet/PAC-NL-1612.pdf

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POLISH MASS for the intention of Polish American Congress

December 17, 2016 by

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Zapraszamy na swiateczne koncerty chorow klubu “Filareci”

December 17, 2016 by

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Zapraszamy cala Polonie na swiateczne koncerty chorow Klubu “Filareci”.  Klub to trzy chory: zenski, meski i mieszany.  Chor ma na swoim koncie wiele sukcesow, w tym zwyciestwa na krajowych konkursach polonijnych chorow w Ameryce Pln. organizowanych w ramach konwencji Zwiazku Spiewakow Polskich w Ameryce.  Swiateczne koncerty to stala pozycja w kalendarzu Klubu juz od wielu lat.  Koncerty, na ktore skladaja sie najpiekniejsze polskie i amerykanskie koledy, ciesza sie ogromna popularnoscia.  Podczas najblizszego tournee (grudzien 2016-styczen 2017) zapraszamy wszystkich, ktorzy jeszcze nie mieli okazji posluchac koled w wykonaniu “Filaretow”, jak i ich stalych fanow.  Jak zawsze, bedzie to niezapomniane wydarzenie i kazdy po koncercie wyjdzie w radosnym nastroju.  Gwarantujemy!

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OFFICIAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO ALL PERSONS AND ORGANIZATIONS BELONGING TO THE MICHIGAN DIVISION OF THE POLISH AMERICAN CONGRESS

December 10, 2016 by

In accordance with the by-laws of the Polish American Congress, Michigan Division, a call is issued to all members in good standing for nominations of officers, directors, and auditors who will be elected for two-year terms of office at the Annual Meeting at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 18, 2017, at the Polish National Alliance Hall, 10211 Conant, Hamtramck, Michigan.

Written nominations for all elective offices shall be submitted to the Nominating Committee not less than thirty days before the date of the annual meeting.
Nominations must be postmarked (“registered mail” is suggested) or personally delivered by Friday, February 16, 2017, to the Nominations Committee, PAC Michigan Division office at 11333 Joseph Campau, Hamtramck 48212.
Nominations shall have the name of each candidate and the office to which he or she is being nominated and may be submitted by any member or organization in good standing.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
The PAC Michigan Division will be electing new individuals to govern, guide and manage the Division locally for the next two years. The offices for which elections are to be held are as follows:
– Executive Officers: President, Executive Vice-President, Vice President for American Affairs, Vice President for Polish Affairs, Treasurer, Recording Secretary for Membership Meetings, Recording Secretary for Executive Board Meetings, Corresponding Secretary.
– National Directors to represent the Division at National PAC meetings around the country.
– Michigan Board of Directors to represent local organizations and institutions and give advice to the Executive Board.
– Audit Committee (5 positions).

The eligibility of candidates for election to all offices in the Michigan Division is as follows:
(1) The candidate – either an individual member or a delegate of an organizational member – must have been a member of the PAC Michigan Division for at least one year prior to the date of the election (i.e., prior to March 18, 2017) and
(2) are members in good standing by having all dues paid through 2016. In addition, candidates for the Executive Offices must have attended at least one quarterly membership meeting during the 12 months preceding the date of the election meeting.
The Nominating Committee shall verify the eligibility and willingness of each candidate nominated. The Nominating Committee shall then make its report and present a list of nominations at the annual meeting where elections are to be held.

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ACPC SCHOLARSHIP AWARD FOR SUMMER STUDY IN POLAND

December 5, 2016 by

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PURPOSE:

ENABLES AMERICAN STUDENTS OF POLISH DESCENT TO PARTICIPATE IN SUMMER STUDY PROGRAM AT POLAND’S FINE UNIVERSITIES.

THIS PROVIDES AN OPPORTUNITY FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS TO BECOME MORE FAMILIAR WITH THEIR CULTURE, HERITAGE, HISTORY AND LANGUAGE.

 

AMOUNT OF SCHOLARSHIP:

AWARDEES OF THIS SCHOLARSHIP WILL RECEIVE $2000 TOWARD TRANSPORTATION AND TUITION EXPENSES.

 

CRITERIA:

APPLICANT MUST BE AN AMERICAN CITIZEN OF POLISH DESCENT.

MUST BE A RISING COLLEGE JUNIOR OR SENIOR AT AN ACCREDITED SCHOOL.

MUST BE AN ACPC AFFILIATE OR BELONG TO A SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION.

MUST BE RECOMMENDED BY A MEMBER OF AN AFFILIATE OR SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION.

 

APPLICATIONS:

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS, TRANSCRIPTS AND LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION MUST BE

POSTMARKED BY 1 APRIL.

 

FOR INFORMATION AND APPLICATION, PLEASE CONTACT laning@verizon.net

DOWNLOAD APPLICATION (BELOW)

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Detroit Polonia Calendar

November 20, 2016 by

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Sponsored by the Polish American Congress / Michigan Division

 

EVERY MONTH
POLISH AMERICAN CONGRESS/MICHIGAN DIVISION OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday 10am-2pm, Thursday 11am-4pm, Friday 10am-2pm, Saturday 9am-2pm. 313.365.9400. 11333 Jos.Campau, Hamtramck

Every Wednesday – “Podaj Dziecku Rękę” (Lend a Child a Hand) at the PAC from 10:30-12 noon Free consultations available for parents of children with various learning difficulties (e.g. possible dyslexia, speech problems, reading and math learning issues, hyperactivity) with a learning expert, Agnieszka Ubysz. More information or appointments can be made by calling our office, 313.365.9400, or Ms. Ubysz directly at 586.244.9205.

November 2016

Sunday, November 20 – Polish monthly mass for the intention of PAC and Polonia. 9 AM. St. Ladislaus (chapel of St. Florian’s), Caniff just west of Jos. Campau, in Hamtramck. Coffee to follow mass, everyone is invited to come.

December 2016

Saturday, December 3 – PAC-MI general membership quarterly meeting at 10 AM at PAC-MI headquarters (11333 Joseph Campau, Hamtramck) holiday luncheon will follow the PAC quarterly meeting. Also the Dec 3-Dec 20, 2016.

December 3 – 20 – Christmas Boutique. PAC Seniors Club. PAC office, 11333 Jos Campau, Hamtramck. During office hours.

Friday, December 9 – Annual Wigilia. Wayne State University Polish Culture Club & Friends of Polish Art. Doors open at 6 PM, Program at 6:30 pm. Tickets $50 (Patron), $25 (Regular), $20 (ages 9-13), Children 8 and under free. Cash Bar. American Polish Century Club Banquet Center, 33204 Maple Lane, Sterling Heights, MI. Reservations Required by December 2. For more information contact Alina: 586.219.5052 a.klin@wayne.edu, or Jackie 586.558.3624 jadziak@wowway.com

Monday, December 12 – Central Citizens Committee of Detroit Christmas Party. Doors open at 6 PM. $20 per person. Dinner included. Cash bar. Guests are asked to bring a gift, approximately $15 in value for raffle (No Old or Used Items PLEASE) Fr. Blaszczyk Center, behind Our Lady Queen of Apostles Church, North of Caniff, East of Conant, enter from Harold Street. Guarded Parking. Reservations required. Please call Barbara Gronet 313.365.8949 and leave message.

Sunday, December 18 – Polish monthly mass for the intention of PAC and Polonia. 9 AM. St. Ladislaus (chapel of St. Florian’s), Caniff just west of Jos. Campau, in Hamtramck. Coffee to follow mass, everyone is invited to come.
Wednesday, Dec. 28 – WSDPAHS Annual Opłatek. St. Colette Catholic Church, 17600 Newburgh Rd., Livonia, 2-5 PM. Honoring Friends of Polish Art. Concert and Kolędy Sing-Along: Filarets Mixed Chorus led by Director Piotr Szawieła. Musical program begins at 2 PM in Activities Center followed by sharing of opłatek and light reception. Handicap-accessible. To offset the cost of the Filarets Choirs and the reception a free will offering will be collected and greatly appreciated. All are welcome! 501(c)(3). 1/855-POLONIA

February 2017
Sunday, February 19 – Coin Show. Polish American Numismatic Society & Windsor Coin Club will host 8th International COIN SHOW at the American Polish Cultural Center (2975 E. Maple Rd, Troy, MI). 10 AM – 4 PM. Buy-Sell-Trade. Coins, paper money, medals, tokens, stamps, books, supplies. Over 90 US & World Coin Dealers Tables. Free Admission. More information: Les Rosik – 248.909.2670. www.pans-club.org.windsorcoinclub.com.

All events are open to the public except where stipulated. $$ means there is a charge for attendance. There is NO CHARGE for listing an event on this calendar. The calendar will be updated bi-weekly and will be available on the PAC/MI website ( pacmi.org ), will be regularly emailed to members with their email addresses on file in the PAC/MI Office, and will appear in and on Polish Media in Detroit. PAC/MI, its officers and members are not responsible for any errors that occur in these listings. We will strive to make this the most accurate and up-to-date event listing possible.
For more information or to list an event:
– Call the PAC/MI office at 313-365-9400
– Email information to DetPoloniaCalendar@Comcast.net
– Mail the information to: PAC/MI Calendar, 11333 Jos. Campau, Hamtramck, MI 48212
Please include a phone number if we need more information.

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