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GŁOS POLEK polish Women’s alliance of America September/october 2008 No. 5 MMVIII The polish Women’s Voice – Publication of the polish Women’s alliance of America GŁOS polek – organ związku polek w ameryce About Us and Our Newsletter Urzędowy Organ Związku Polek w Ameryce Wychodzi sześć razy w roku THE POLISH WOMEN’S VOICE Published six times a year by THE POLISH WOMEN’S ALLIANCE OF AMERICA 6643 N. Northwest Hwy., 2nd Fl. Chicago, IL 60631 www.pwaa.org Virginia Sikora – Managing Editor EDITORIAL OFFICE – REDAKCJA 6643 N. Northwest Hwy., 2nd Fl. Chicago, Illinois, 60631 PHONE 847-384-1200 FAX 847-384-1494 Mary Mirecki Piergies, English Editor Lidia Rozmus, Polish Editor Polish Women’s Voice (Głos Polek) (ISSN 0199-0462) (USPS 220-480) is published six times a year by the Polish Women’s Alliance of America. Postmaster: Send address changes to: Głos Polek, 6643 N. Northwest Hwy., 2nd Fl., Chicago, Illinois, 60631 PRINTED IN CHICAGO, IL PERIODICAL POSTAGE PAID at CHICAGO, IL and additional mailing offices. Officers Virginia Sikora President Sharon Zago Vice President Antoinette Trela Vander Noot Secretary-Treasurer Helen V. Wojcik Hon. President DIRECTORS Dawn Muszynski Nelson Helen Simmons Marcia Mackiewicz-Duffy Felicia Perlick Medical Examiner Susan Glod, MD STATE PRESIDENTS District I – Illinois, Florida, Missouri Lidia Z. Filus, 325 South Chester, Park Ridge, IL 60068 District II – Western Pennsylvania Anthylene M. Blasic, 227 Blasic St., Parkhill, PA 15945 District III – Indiana Delphine Huneycutt, 4909 Baring Ave., East Chicago, IN 46312 District IV – New York & Erie, PA. District V – Michigan Mary Ann Nowak, 17397 Millar Rd., Clinton Township, MI 48036 District VI – Wisconsin Diane M. Reeve, 1223 S. 10th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204 District VII – Ohio Irena Honc-Jadlos, 12500 Edgewater Dr., Apt. 207 Lakewood, OH 44107 District VIII – Massachusetts Sylvia Morytko, 24 Bear Hole Rd., West Springfield, MA 01089 District IX – Connecticut Sophie Marshall, 650 South Elm Street., Wallingford, CT 06492 District X – New Jersey, Eastern New York and Philadelphia Josephine Kuklasinski, 371 Armstrong Ave., Jersey City, NJ 07305 District XI – Nebraska Bernadette Vlock, 13586 Cedar St., Omaha, NE 68144 District XII – Maryland and Washington, DC Theresa E. Violanti, 9401 Orbitan Crt., Parkville, MD 21234 District XIII – California Alicia Van Laar, 2624 Citronella Crt., Simi Valley, CA 93063 District XIV – Eastern Pennsylvania Helen Lopez, 22 Vista Drive, Nanticoke, PA 18634 In this Issue: • 110th Anniversary Celebration .............................................p 3-5 • Fraternal News ....................p 7-10 • Insurance .............................p 12-14 • Youth Section ......................p 18 • Polish Section ......................p 19-24 OCTOBER IS POLISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH See pages 6, 23, 24. Cover: Photos from the 110th Anniversary Banquet, clockwise from top right: National Officers and Directors. Back row, Helen Simmons, Dawn Muszynski Nelson, Marcia Mackiewicz Duffy, and Felicia Perlick. Seated, Sec-Treas, Antoinette Trela Vander Noot, President Virginia Sikora, Hon. Pres. Helen Wojcik, and Vice Pres. Sharon Zago. • Guests mingle during cocktail reception • President Virginia Sikora and Bishop Thomas Paprocki • Jadwiga Czerwinska of District VIII receives Fraternalist of Distinction Award • Mistress of Ceremonies Jennie Starzyk Benton and PNA President Frank Spula • President Virginia Sikora with Monsignor Walter Ziemba, Consul General Zygmunt Matynia and his wife Bozenna • Special Youth Committee members • Guests at the banquet. Photo Credits: A. Baraniak, L. Rozmus, A. Van Laar Next Deadlines for Głos Polek November/December 2008 issue: Deadline for articles is September 28 January/February 2009 issue: Deadline for articles is November 28 You can also contact us by e-mail or visit www.pwaa.org If you have access to the Internet you can contact Polish Women’s Alliance of America at the following e-mail addresses or call our toll-free number at 888-522-1898. President Virginia Sikora – [email protected] • Vice President Sharon Zago – [email protected] Secretary–Treasurer Antoinette Trela Vander Noot – [email protected] Głos Polek Editors – [email protected] 2 September/October 2008 Głos Polek 110th Anniversary Celebration OVER 200 MEMBERS AND GUESTS ATTEND GALA EVENING Over 200 members, officers, and friends of Polish Women’s Alliance of America gathered on Sunday, June 22, 2008, at the Café La Cave in Des Plaines, Illinois, for a gala celebration of the 110th anniversary of the organization. Guests of Honor included The Right Reverend Thomas J. Paprocki, Auxiliary Bishop of Chicago, and The Honorable Zygmunt Matynia, Consul General of the Republic of Poland. The guest speaker was Mr. Frank Spula, President of the Polish American Congress and of the Polish National Alliance. The evening was a celebration of the remarkable history of Polish Women’s Alliance. Established in Chicago in 1898 as a fraternal benefit society for Polish women and their families, its mission was to support immigrant women by helping them to achieve financial security as well as by offering them a place to meet, socialize, and organize. The organization grew and thrived, quickly spreading to other states. PWA members founded programs that helped preserve Polish culture and language for their children; they also joined the fight for women’s right to vote, to pursue higher education, and to enter the professions; and they supported the cause of Poland’s independence during both World Wars and during the many years of communist rule. The PWA maintained contacts with Polish women and activists and supported charitable and religious institutions in Poland. One hundred and ten years later, our beloved Polish Women’s Alliance is still going strong, with 50,000 members all across the nation. The world we live in is very different, but the mission of our organization remains unchanged from what the founders envisioned. The PWA continues to promote Polish culture and language; it offers financial services to its members and supports its youth through scholarships and other activities; it fosters leadership and good citizenship by supporting the communities in which it is active; and it continues to maintain close contacts with people and charitable institutions in Poland. (cont. on page 4) From left, Secretary-Treasurer Antoinette Trela Vander Noot, Consul General of Poland Zygmunt Matynia and his wife Bozenna, National President Virginia Sikora, and Vice President Sharon Zago Głos Polek September/October 2008 3 110th Anniversary Celebration OVER 200 MEMBERS AND GUESTS ATTEND GALA EVENING (cont.) In her remarks, National President Virginia Sikora stressed what an extraordinary achievement an organization founded for women by women was in 1898—all the more remarkable since it was started by women who were immigrants, new to this country, often poor and unskilled, seeking better lives for themselves and their families. Today’s members include fifth and sixth-generation descendants of those founders, as well as newly-arrived immigrants from Poland. Today, many of our members are college-educated, they represent all walks of life from politics to medicine to education to business. But their dedication to family, faith, and their Polish heritage is very much like it was for PWA members a hundred and ten years ago. President of Polish National Alliance Frank Spula was the guest speaker and he also addressed the extraordinary achievements of Polish women in the last century, as they fought—and won—the battles for greater freedoms for themselves, more opportunities for their families, and independence for the nation of their ancestors. The Chairperson of the Anniversary Gala was National Secretary-Treasurer Antoinette Trela Vander Noot. The Mistress of Ceremonies was former National Director of PWA from the State of Massachusetts Jennie Starzyk Benton. The invocation was offered by Bishop Thomas Paprocki. The singing of the National Anthems was led by Former District III President Evelyn Lisek. The toast was offered by Honorary President Helen V. Wojcik. Awards to “Fraternalists of Distinction,” chosen by members from PWA Districts, were presented by National Vice President Sharon Zago. At left, Msgr. Walter Ziemba, Director Marcia Mackiewicz-Duffy, Director Felicia Perlick, Mistress of Ceremonies Jennie Starzyk Benton, PNA President Frank Spula, and Honorary President Helen V. Wojcik. At right, Director Dawn Muszynski Nelson and guests. Photo at left, guests at the Banquet. Photo at right, District Presidents, Toni Blasic, Mary Ann Nowak, Lidia Filus, Irene Honc-Jadlos, Sylvia Morytko, Director Marcia Mackiewicz-Duffy, Josephine Kuklasinski, Bernadette Vlock, and Alicia Van Laar. 4 September/October 2008 Głos Polek 110th Annivesary Celebration Fraternalists of Distinction Honored at 110th Anniversary Banquet A number of “Fraternalists of Distinction” were honored at the Anniversary Banquet. Vice President Sharon Zago presented certificates and gifts to the Fraternalists who were present. Those who were not in attendance will receive their awards by mail. The Fraternalists of Distinction had been nominated earlier in the year by members in their own Districts. Sincere congratulations to all of these members for their many years of service to Polish Women’s Alliance of America. District I District II District III District VI District VII District VIII District IX District X District XI District XII District XIV Regina Solms Sophie Emery Josephine Kras Diane Reeve Irene Honc-Jadlos Jennie Starzyk Benton Jadwiga Czerwinska Marion Listwan Mary Kurtz Therese Violanti Bertha Kuckla Fraternalist of Distinction from District XII Therese Violanti and from District 1 Regina Solms Fraternalist from District VII Irene Honc-Jadlos Fraternalist from District VIII Jennie Starzyk Benton, also served as Mistress of Ceremonies at the Banquet Fraternalist from District XI Mary Kurtz Fraternalist from District X Marion Listwan Głos Polek September/October 2008 5 Our Polish Heritage October is Polish American Heritage Month A National Celebration of Polish History, Culture, and Pride in Cooperation with the Polish American Congress and Polonia across America The theme of this year’s celebration is the 400th anniversary of the arrival of the first Polish settlers in Jamestown, Virginia, on October 1, 1608. Polish Americans can be proud of the fact that Poles have been a part of the history of this nation, all the way from the beginning. The first British settlers had arrived in Jamestown in 1607 and a year later the best craftsmen from across Europe were invited by the British to come and work in the colony. Poles were well-known for their skills, such as glass-blowing, candle-making, soap-making, and tanning, and that’s what they were asked to do in Jamestown. The very first goods ever exported from America were glass products handcrafted by Polish workers! The Polish American Congress is planning an observance in Jamestown on October 1, 2008. Representatives of both the U.S. and Polish governments as well as Labor Union representatives are expected to attend this event, which will include a wreath-laying ceremony at the remains of the original glasshouse, placement of a commemorative plaque at the historic Jamestown site, and indoor ceremonies with prominent speakers, musical selections provided by the Polish Singers Alliance of America, and a concluding reception. For more information about the Jamestown observance, please visit: http://www.polamcon.org/jamestown/jtanniv.htm To read the full story of the first Polish Settlers in America, please visit: http://www.polishamericancenter.org/FirstSettlers.html Question: How many Polish Americans live in the US today? Answer: There are almost 9 million of us! We do not know exactly how many Poles arrived in Jamestown on October 1, 1608. But they would no doubt be very surprised if they knew how many live in the United States 400 years later. The 2000 Census lists 8,977,444 persons of Polish ancestry living in the United States. The states with the largest Polish-American populations include: 1. New York – 986,141 2. Illinois – 932,996 3. Michigan – 854,844 4. Pennsylvania – 821,146 5. New Jersey – 576,473 WEAR YOUR POLISH HERITAGE WITH PRIDE! CHECK YOUR LOCAL PRESS FOR ACTIVITIES IN YOUR AREA. 6 Council 27 Heritage Observance Please join us on Friday, October 17 at 3 p.m. at the PWA Home Office for a celebration of what it means to be Polish! We will be commemorating with pride the 30th anniversary of the election of John Paul 11 to the papacy, the 110th anniversary of PWA, and Polish American Heritage Month, We have so much to be proud of as Polish women! Please join us! Call President Czeslawa Kolak for more information: 773-792-1352. POLISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION AT NEIU Friday October 24, 2008, from 6-10 p.m. at Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU) organized by the Council of Educators in Polonia, in Alumni Hall, 5500 N. St. Louis Ave., Chicago. PWAA will receive special recognition on its 110th Anniversary. For more information please contact District I President Lidia Filus at 847-698-0250 or [email protected]. Essay Contest for College Students - Earn a $1000 Scholarship from the Council of Polish Educators. Topic: “What Role did the Polish Pioneers in Jamestown play in Shaping American History?” For more info, write to Council 27 President Czeslawa Kolak. E-mail: [email protected]. September/October 2008 Głos Polek Fraternal News From the Desk of the Secretary–Treasurer 110th Anniversary maximizer Program I am very happy to be able to announce to our membership the 110th Anniversary Maximizer Program. Beginning in August, we will be mailing out this special offer to increase your current coverage by selecting one of two single-payment options. Best of all, there is no medical required and your certificate number will remain the same. This offer is being targeted to current members between the ages of 1 and 55 who have a paid-up insurance certificate(s). If you have more than one paid-up certificate, you will be eligible to increase your coverage under each policy. The mailing dates of this special program allow sufficient time for you to review the options being offered and to respond by sending the signed acceptance document and payment back to our office prior to the deadline date. For example, the August mailing was sent out to those members who were issued their certificates in the month of October and are between the ages of 1 and 75. It was later decided that beginning with the September mailing, only the target group of ages 1 to 55 will be receiving the offer in the mail because it is most beneficial to this age group. However, if you are a current member with a paid-up certificate(s) and are between the ages of 56 and 75, you will still qualify to participate in this offer. Please call our office for a verbal quote. The Maximizer Program will run from August 2008 thru July 2009 and we are extremely pleased to be in a position to offer you this opportunity to increase your insurance in the easiest way possible. If you should have any questions regarding the 110th Anniversary Maximizer Program after receiving your customized offer in the mail, or if you would like a verbal quote, please do not hesitate to contact my office for assistance. The toll free number is 888-522-1898. Fraternally, Antoinette Trela-Vander Noot Thank you President Virginia Sikora and 110th Anniversary Chairman Antoinette Trela-Vander Noot would like to say a sincere Thank You to everyone who participated in the 110th Anniversary Celebration and Scholarship Fundraiser that took place on Sunday, June 22nd at the Café La Cave. Many Districts, Councils, Groups, individual members, and friends contributed greatly to making this a huge success. Whether you supported this celebration of our rich history and achievements by contributing as a Corporate Sponsor, or as a Patron listed in our Program Book, and/or were able to attend this elegant evening filled with fellowship, music, and fine food and drink—or, perhaps, you purchased tickets for our lovely raffle prizes—we are most appreciative. We were overwhelmed by the outpouring of support and cooperation. We’d also like to say a special thank you to the Committee for their tireless efforts before, during, and after the Celebration, especially to Maryla Folmer and Bo Padowski of our headquarters staff, who put in many hours of their own time tending to the finishing details. Two very important goals were achieved. We held a wonderful celebration commemorating 110 years of continuous service to our membership and to the community, and funds were raised that will assist future scholars with their educational costs. Thank you! Bog Zaplac! Council 27 Mother’s Day Meeting Delegates and officers of Council 27 celebrated Mother’s Day and PWA Founder’s Day at a meeting held at the PWA Home Office on May 8, 2008. Roses were presented to all the ladies in honor of Mother’s Day. Głos Polek September/October 2008 7 Fraternal News CALENDAR OF EVENTS Wednesday. september 10 Group 211 Madame Sklodowska-Curie Society will hold its meeting at 1 p.m. at Zia’s Restaurant, 6699 N. Northwest Hwy, Chicago. Lunch will be served after the meeting. Flyers were sent out to members in August and reservations are necessary. All are welcome to join us. Contact President, Antoinette Trela-Vander Noot at 847-384-1206 daytime or 847-808-0336 evenings for information and reservations. saturday, september 13 Council 9 Planning Meeting at 1 p.m., St. John Brebeuf, 8307 N. Harlem Ave, Niles. Note new location: Room 1, Parish Center Hall, between the Church and School. Enter parking lot off Harlem. The Children’s Christmas Party will be discussed. Appetizers and desserts are welcome. Please call Adeline Holda at 773-736-5861 or Regina Solms at 847-647-1855. sunday, september 14 Council 38 of District X celebrates the 110th Anniversary of Polish Women’s Alliance of America. Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann’s Church, corner of Tonnelle Ave and St. Paul’s Ave, Jersey City, NJ. Luncheon after Mass in St. Ann’s Church Hall. A donation of $25 will be collected to help the PWA Educational and Charitable Fund. Contact Marcia Duffy at 201-997-3588 or Josephine Kuklasinski at 201-432-6574. Wednesday, september 17 Group 451 Luncheon Card Party at St. Clement’s Hall in Dearborn, Michigan, at 12 noon. Admission $10. For reservations please call Regina at 313-581-7921 by September 15th. All are invited! sunday, september 21 Group 819 20th Anniversary Celebration begins with Mass at 11:30 a.m. at St. Eugene Parish, Foster and Canfield in Chicago. Luncheon follows at 2 p.m. at the House of the White Eagle in Niles, IL. All members and guests cordially invited! Contact President Marlene Gill at 773-763-5587. saturday, september 27 District I State Seminar from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the House of the White Eagle in Niles, IL. Donation is $25 which includes lunch. There will be a raffle to benefit the District I Scholarship Fund. All members from District I are cordially invited to attend. Call District I State President Lidia Filus for more information or to make a reservation at 847698-0250. Or you can send email to [email protected] 8 sunday, october 5 Group 469 celebrates PWA’s 110th Anniversary at 1 p.m. at the Polish Falcons Club, 431 East 3rd Street, Erie, PA. Tickets are $15 per person or $25 per couple. Cash Bar. RSVP by September 22. For reservations please contact: Patricia Stuczynski, 1551 W. 34th Street, Erie, PA 16508, or Christine Wozniak, 2538 East 42nd Street, Erie, PA 16510. Make checks payable to “PWA Group 469” Friday, september 17 Council 27 meeting at 3 p.m., PWA Home Office. We will be observing Polish Americam Heritage Month. Everyone is invited to join us! See ad on page 6. Contact President Czeslawa Kolak at 773-792-1352 for more information. sunday, october 19 Group 743 Star of the Sea celebrates its 70th Anniversary. Luncheon at European Chalet, 5445 S. Harlem Ave, Chicago, IL. Contact President Helen V. Wojcik at 773-586-9234. Members and guests cordially invited. saturday, october 25 Council 9’s Halloween Party at 2 p.m. at St. John Brebeuf Parish, Niles, IL. Flanagan Hall. Prizes for the best costumes, pumpkin painting, lunch and treats galore! You’ll get to make a “family” ornament to help trim the Council 9 Christmas Tree at Brookfield Zoo on Saturday, November 22. RSVP by October 20th. Call: Adeline Holda at 1-773-736-5861 or Regina Solms at 1-847-647-1855. PWA Council 20 Presents HERITAGE BALL Saturday, October 18, 2008 at the Polish American Cultural Center 2975 East Maple Rd. (NW corner of Dequindre Rd and 15 Mile Rd) Troy, Michigan Cocktails at 6 pm Ticks $65 per person Dinner at 7 pm First come, first-served Dancing to the music of the Coachmen Ticks and Information: Angela Tomczyk 248-961-0954 Roz Suwinski 586-979-7233 September/October 2008 Głos Polek State Presidents’ Conference 2008 PWA NATIONAL RAFFLE WINNERS Here are the lucky winners of the 2008 PWA Raffle sponsored by Komitet Oswiaty. The drawing was held on Saturday, June 22, during the State Presidents’ Conference in Chicago, IL. The photo shows National President Virginia Sikora drawing the Grand Prize ticket while Vice President and Komitet Oswiaty Chair Sharon Zago looks on. District Presidents pulled the other winning tickets. Congratulations to our winners—and sincere thanks to all who supported the activities of Komitet Oswiaty through this annual fundraiser. Bog zaplac! Grand Prize $2000: Second Prize $1000: Third Prize $500: Fourth Prize $250: Fifth Prize $250: Sixth Prize $100: Seventh Prize $100: Eighth Prize $100: Ninth Prize $100: Tenth Prize $100: Sylvia Rusinek Christine Newmark Regina Slack N. Martyka Anna Pelczar Helen Moyher Irene Plesce Josephine Kras H. Kozlowski T. V. Dembski Phoenix, AZ Blacksburg, VA Smyrna, GA Haslett, MI New Kensington, PA Fairfield, CT Hazelton, PA East Chicago, IN Hammond, IN San Rafael, CA Gr. 60 Gr. 68 Gr. 88 Gr. 318 -Gr. 67 Gr. 398 Gr. 132 Gr. 408 Gr. 819 STATE PRESIDENTS’ CONFERENCE HELD IN CHICAGO Chicago, IL—This year, the State Presidents’ Conference was scheduled to coincide with the 110th Anniversary Celebration weekend. The National Directors arrived first for a Board Meeting on Friday, June 21, followed by the all-day conference on Saturday. The District Presidents get together once a year to learn about the newest plans and promotions and to network with the Home Office and with one another. The meeting started with the three National Officers giving their reports, followed by presentations by Legal Counsel Chris Nowotarski and Sales Director Bo Padowski. There was a working lunch in the middle of the day, when all conference attendees were asked to offer their ideas for PWA’s future. The highlight of this year’s conference was a presentation by the Special Youth Committee which was called to give input to management on how to attract and keep younger members. See page 18 for a photo of Youth Committee members. The day’s meetings ended with the drawing of the PWA Raffle winners. Photo: In first row, from left: Bernadette Vlock (D XI Nebraska), Sylvia Morytko (D VIII Massachusetts), Delphine Huneycutt (D III Indiana), Lidia Filus (D I Illinois), Alicia Van Laar (D XIII California), Director Dawn Muszynski Nelson, and Vice President Sharon Zago. Second row: Helen Lopez (D XIV E.Pennsylvania), Josephine Kuklasinski (D X New Jersey), Director Felicia Perlick, Therese Violanti (D XII Maryland), President Virginia Sikora, Irene Honc-Jadlos (D VII Ohio), Honorary President Helen Wojcik, Director Helen Simmons, and Director Marcia Mackiewicz Duffy. Absent from photo, Secretary Treasurer Antoinette Trela Vander Noot, Toni Blasic (D II W. Pennsylvania) and Mary Ann Nowak (D V Michigan). Absent from the conference, Diane Reeve (D VI Wisconsin) and Sophie Marshall (D IX Connecticut). Głos Polek September/October 2008 9 Fraternal News News from Council 35 Sherman Oaks, CA—Council 35 would like to remind all PWA members about its upcoming events. Please join us at the Sherman Oaks Recreation Center at 3056 Van Nuys Blvd. Come and meet old friends—and make some new ones! September 20 Council 35 Meeting October 4 Polish American Heritage Month Ethnic Luncheon plus Program - $15 November 1Authentic Thanksgiving Dinner with all the trimmings - $15. Bring canned food, clothing, cell phones, eyeglasses for the needy December 7Christmas Party and Luncheon, Encino Country Club. $45 by 11/15. $50 at door. For more information, please contact Helen Simmons, National Director and Gr. 814 President, at 818-360-7707, or Alicia Van Laar, District President, at 805-584-8554. Group 814 and the Art of Wycinanki Council 44 Instalation PWA Council 44 recently held its quarterly meeting and Installation Dinner at Smirk’s Sports Bar and Restaurant, Main Street, Duryea, PA. Nominations and elections of officers were held with State President Helen Lopez administering the Oath of Office to the newly-elected officers. After a short meeting, lunch was served and a raffle was held. A total of 18 members and guests were present, including special guests National Director Felicia Perlick and State President Helen Lopez. The photo shows all of the members and guests who attended the Installation Luncheon. The Council Officers are seated in the front row, from left, Vice President Mary Ann Fritz, Financial Secretary Arlene Skrzysowski, President Dorothy Talipski, and Treasurer Margie Milewski. Absent for photo was Recording Secretary Sharon Milewski. PWA BOOK CLUB New Selection for Fall 2008 Our first Book Club selection for the fall season is The Zookeeper’s Wife: A War Story by Dianne Ackerman. It is about one of the most successful hideouts of World War II—a tale of people, animals, transcendence, and subversive acts of compassion. Author Dianne Ackerman tells the remarkable WWII story of Jan Zabinski, the director of the Warsaw Zoo, and his wife, Antonina, who, with courage and coolheaded ingenuity, sheltered 300 Jews as well as Polish resisters in their villa and in animal cages and sheds in the zoo. 10 Photo shows members of Group 814 with their “wycinanki” or paper cut-outs of roosters and flowers that they made during their spring celebration of St. Patrick’s Day earlier this year. This meeting was scheduled early, so instead of the traditional Easter basket blessing, members enjoyed a class in the art of wycinanki conducted by Group President Helen Simmons. A raffle of five baskets, each with a different theme, was held with proceeds being donated to the District Scholarship Fund. Front row, from left: Eleanor Slonecki, Barbara Radowski, Sandra Muir, Heather Mckearn, Audrey Riley, Eugenia Lester, and Wiktoria Kozien. Back row: Pat Senkow, Elaine Mckearn, and Lorraine Kurowski. The Zookeeper’s Wife: A War Story has been selected to receive the 2008 Orion Book Award, which is conferred annually on a book that deepens our connection to the natural world, presents new ideas about our relationship with nature, and achieves excellence in writing. You can buy the book from www.amazon.com, new or used, for as little as $10. It is published by W.W. Norton and is available as a paperback. ISBN: 039333306X. The first Book Club meeting of the fall season will be held on Monday, September 22, 2008, at 6:30 p.m. and the PWA Home Office. Please call Vice President Sharon Zago at 847-384-1208 for more information about PWA’S Polish Book Club. September/October 2008 Głos Polek Fraternal/Membership Welcome to Our New Members! A warm welcome is extended to these new members. We are so glad you have joined us! Gr. 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Imagine! If we all did that, PWA would double in size! To help motivate you even further, see the details of our Triple Award Membership Contest below. It runs all year long and ends on December 31, 2008. TRIPLE AWARD CONTEST For each submitted application which is approved and for which a certificate is issued the MEMBER who signs the application as the witness will get three awards: 1. R egular reimbursement fee ($20 for each adult policy and $15 for each juvenile policy) 2. P oints for the May Queen and Swita Contest to be honored in May, 2009, and 3. E ach witnessing member will get a beautiful, collectible book valued at $50 about Pope John Paul II “At the Altar of the World” as a token of our appreciation. In addition: CASH BONUS at the end of the contest for the the witnessing member who enrolls the most new members ALL PWA Insurance plans—including the 110th Anniversary Special—qualify for this contest. Questions? Call Bo Padowski at 888-522-1898, ext 228. Please note: • To participate the witnessing member must be 18 years of age or older and in good standing of Polish Women’s Alliance of America (has no delinquent loans or premiums). • Licensed agents excluded from this contest. • PWA may at any time change the rules; any changes will be announced in the Glos Polek. • Annuities do not qualify in this contest. September/October 2008 11 Insurance Insurance Corner: Ask Bo with Bo Padowski Q . How much insurance, if any, can I purchase for my 3-yearold son for about $25 per quarter? That is all I can spare from our family budget. Chris, NJ A. We all know how difficult it is to save money today in these uncertain economic times. We all have to pay more for gas, food, utilities, school … for just about anything we can think of. On the other hand we know how important it is to start planning for our children’s financial future. The sooner we think about it and take the proper actions, the more we can save in order to give them a good start in their adult life. It is much better to start with even a small amount than not to do anything at all. Purchasing a whole life insurance for a young child, especially in a fraternal organization, makes a lot of sense. First of all, this will be a good financial start for your child; secondly your child will become a member of an organization and in the future he or she will be able to participate in many different events and programs that are organized for children and as well as for adults, one of which is the scholarship program offered by Polish Women’s Alliance of America for over 50 years. You are financially protecting your child as well as making him or her part of something that is special and beneficial. Actually, $100 a year (or $25 per quarter) is a lot of money to invest in a 3-year-old boy. You can apply for $7,376 face amount of whole life insurance for your son if you choose to pay $100 annually—or you can apply for $6,778 in whole life insurance, if you prefer to pay $25 quarterly. Please note that for the same amount of $100 a year, you will get $597 more in insurance if you choose to make one annual payment as opposed to the four quarterly payments. This is an excellent plan called the 10-Year Payment Whole Life. The premium for this plan has to be paid over 10 years only, so when your son turns 13, his policy will be paid up and good for a lifetime. As a parent or grandparent, you can tell us how much money you can afford to spend for your youngster in a year and we will tell you how much your child can get in whole life insurance for that amount. Remember–no amount is too small to start your child on the road towards financial security! Please call me at 888-522-1898 ext 228, or send email to padowski@pwaa. org for more info on any of our plans. Bo Padowski 12 September/October 2008 Insurance News • Check out our Annuity Interest Rates • Announcing the 110th Anniversary Maximizer FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY ! CURRENT INTEREST RATES ON PWA ANNUITY ACCOUNTS (Contract # FPDA-2006) As of June 1, 2008, first year interest rates on all newly opened PWA Annuity contracts are: For balances under $5,000 3% $25,000 to $49,999 4.25% $5,000 to $24,999 $50,000 to $99,999 $100,000 and over 4% 4.75 % 5.25 % As of June 1, 2008 the minimum amount to open a Polish Women’s Alliance of America Annuity Account is $250. For rates, details, and an application please contact Bo Padowski at 888-522-1898 ext 228. A special opportunity to increase your existing insurance. Watch for your MAXIMIZER OFFER in the mail! AUG 2008 - JUL 2009 See page 7 for details. Głos Polek Insurance Education Life Builder FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY ! Now, for a limited time, you can apply for a minimum $1,000 benefit in the Education Life Builder Plan for children ages 16 days to 10 years old (to the nearest birthday). Education Life Builder is a combination of an annuity policy and whole life insurance. The annuity policy is similar to a savings account with interest compounded yearly. The life certificate is a single premium whole life insurance policy, which accumulates cash value and may earn dividends, which allows you to purchase additional paid-up insurance, just like our regular life insurance certificates. The annuity builds to $1,000 face amount at attained age 19 at 4.5%. If paid in 3 installments, the first installment pays the entire Single Payment Whole Life premium; the remaining and subsequent installments all go toward the Annuity Policy. The annuity policy matures on the anniversary of the certificate’s issue date at the child’s age 19 (nearest birthday). The annuity value at maturity equals the face amount if all premiums were paid as due and no withdrawals were taken. The annuity policy, which is paid at maturity, may be subject to federal and state taxes. Minimum issue $1,000 Maximum issue $ 25,000 Issue ages 16 days old to 10 years (nearest birthday) Choose Single Payment or Installment Plan Use application on page 14 See rates for $1000 in the table below EDUCATION LIFE BUILDER – SPWL + ANNUITY POLICY – RATES for $1000 Male Female Age Single PayInstall* Single PayInstall* 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 * This is the amount payable in three equal installments during the first policy year. First installment due at issue, second due four months after issue, and third is due 8 months after issue. Głos Polek 558.93 579.81 602.21 625.79 650.62 676.57 703.67 731.98 761.55 792.45 824.73 189.05 196.11 203.69 211.66 220.06 228.84 238.01 247.58 257.58 268.03 278.95 548.28 569.44 591.68 614.98 639.43 664.94 691.64 719.51 748.60 778.99 810.71 185.45 192.61 200.13 208.01 216.28 224.91 233.94 243.37 253.20 263.48 274.21 Use application on page 14 to apply. September/October 2008 13 Insurance For a limited time only, you can apply for a MINIMUM $1,000 BENEFIT in the Education Life Builder Plan for children ages 16 days to 10 years old (to the nearest birthday). Face Amounts: $1,000 minimum to $25,000 maximum. Use the application on this page to apply. See rates for $1000 on page 13. Premiums can be paid as a Single Payment or in three equal installments during the first policy year. To apply simply fill in the life insurance application on this page and enclose a check payable to PWAA and mail to: Polish Women’s Alliance of America, 6643 N Northwest Hwy, 2nd Floor, Chicago, Il 60631. For rates on higher face amounts or for more details, please call Bo Padowski at 888-522-1898 ext. 228 or email her at [email protected]. IMPORTANT REMINDER Is your Beneficiary Information current on all of your PWA life insurance policies? Call 1-800-522-1898 to request Change of Beneficiary Forms, if you need them. 14 September/October 2008 Głos Polek In Memoriam We note with sadness the passing of the following PWA members. May they rest in peace. Gr. No.MemberCity/State 0031 Julia Zajakowski Schererville, IN 0035 Weronika Kowal Chicago, IL 0043 Theresa Grzelak Abrams, WI 0044 Helena Bujewski Chicago, IL 0045 Dolores T Palusis Chicago, IL 0061 Lottie Bugielski Chicago, IL 0070 Helen J Saternus Harvey, IL 0070 Helen Kopczyk Chicago Hts, IL 0078 Helen Smith Milwaukee, WI 0081 Jeffrey E Hurst Valparaiso, IN 0103 Cynthia A Richter Milwaukee, WI 0126 Dorothy M Szpajer Chicago, IL 0132 Phyllis C Zimmerman Crown Point, IN 0132 Celia M Kmiecik East Chicago, IN 0132 Janette Szczepanski East Chicago, IN 0141 Antoinette A Mekal Chicopee, MA 0148 Marlene L Tracey Willingboro, NJ 0148 Genowefa Prusinska New Milford, PA 0155 Louise M Bebak Winter, WI 0173 Natalie Widzinski Buffalo, NY 0181 Helen T Osenkarski Chicago, IL 0196 Jean P Schwartz Easthampton, MA 0211 Maryanna Kruzel Lake Dallas, TX 0213 Julia A Kapinos Norwich, CT 0213 Harriett Falcone Norwich, CT 0214 Marie B Roczko Pittsburgh, PA 0214 Laura Bartczak Pittsburgh, PA 0224 Lillie Struble Aliquippa, PA 0224 Victoria S Niecgorski Pittsburgh, PA 0224 Mary Zorn Pittsburgh, PA 0224 Edward R Majewski Pittsburgh, PA 0227 Eugenia Austin Northville, MI 0237 Stanislawa Pertile Barrington, IL 0254 Victoria Panek Canandaigua, NY 0259 Elizabeth K Myslinski North Canton, OH 0271 Veronica C Spornak Mc Keesport, PA 0277 Julia M Pawyl Westland, MI 0301 Mary L Dombrowski Philadelphia, PA 0301 Jane T Kornacki Philadelphia, PA 0313 Anna Sypek Utica, NY 0314 Vincenta Smegal Pittsburgh, PA 0317 Stella Kowal Chicopee, MA 0327 Regina Jamiolkowska Wilkes Barre, PA 0338 Maryann Ruszkowski Pittsburgh, PA 0351 Regina Thornton Forest City, PA 0356 Sophie Staskiewicz Omaha, NE 0379 Jadwiga Hiczun Buffalo, NY 0384 Hedwig Krywko Chesterfield, MI Garden City, MI 0386 Lucille Dakowicz 0386 Christine Karbowniak Houghton Lake, MI 0418 Lorraine D Wrobel Birmingham, MI Głos Polek Gr. No.MemberCity/State 0418 Helen Mikolajczyk Madison Hts, MI 0419 Sophie C Barbaritz Buffalo, NY 0422 Emily A Witaszek Springfield, MA 0422 Lillian L Cieplinski East Longmeadow, MA 0422 Anna Amelisko Ludlow, MA 0440 Florence A Jados Hawthorn Woods, IL 0468 Jadwiga Polka Niagara Falls, NY 0468 Sophie Jakubowski Niagara Falls, NY 0468 Flora Zawada Niagara Falls, NY 0474 Genevieve Zarycki Fairborn, OH 0474 Anna Funderburg Gloverville, SC 0480 Helena Barnas New Lenox, IL 0485 Clara Anderson Valparaiso, IN 0499 Mary E Klaus Greensboro, NC 0535 Stella Jurewicz Scranton, PA 0535 Regina C Lisowski Old Forge, PA 0535 Madelyn Trygar Old Forge, PA 0536 Margaret Schmidt Oak Creek, WI 0545 Sandra Benkarski Woodhaven, MI 0552 Sophie Z Zajack Old Lyme, CT 0555 Lottie Stolarczyk Conneautville, PA 0561 Helen Gerald Bonita Spgs, FL 0579 Anna Budny Omaha, NE 0594 Stefania Gavura Monaca, PA 0598 Eva Karolewicz Harrison, NJ 0601 Julia E Mientus Fanwood, NJ 0601 Stasia DeFriedberg Spring Lake Hts, NJ 0602 Pearl Wierzblicki Newark, NJ 0632 Czeslawa Lewandowski Rochester, NY 0646 Robert P Guillemette Moosup, CT 0661 Stephanie C Belina Niles, IL 0661 Regina H Styrkowicz Chicago, IL 0661 John E Zago Chicago, IL 0669 Emilia Hallowich Jermyn, PA 0693 Loretta Wojtaszek Alvarado, TX 0702 Victoria Pasternak Sarasota, FL 0715 Jane Mroz Chicago, IL 0721 Mary Krisko Portage, PA 0728 Rose Szczepaniak Baltimore, MD 0728 Dorothy Zaranski Baltimore, MD 0749 Alice Mlynarski Hammond, IN 0776 Pauline H Saharczewski Adams, MA 0779 Helen Jacik Linden, NJ 0784 Michael L Chandler Mission Viejo, CA 0786 Virginia Kornas Chesterfield, MI 0793 Helen Decker Clark, NJ Paw Paw, MI 0806 Jean M Kraft 0807 Dolores Kruliski Highland Park, MI 0809 Mary A Siewko Seven Hills, OH 0814 Ann T Hubka Westlake Vlg, CA 0818 Czeslaw Polak Chicago, IL September/October 2008 15 In Memoriam Eleanore Koliba Helen Pudelko Group 481 Sincere Condolences are extended to National Vice President Sharon Zago and her family on the recent loss of John E. Zago loving husband, father, and grandfather, member of Wawel Group 661. May he rest in peace. National Board, District Presidents, and PWA Home Office Staff Detroit, MI—St. Barbara’s Group Group 481 sadly announces the death of their President, Eleanore Koliba. She had been a dedicated and active PWA member since childhood and she served the organization in many capacities through the years. Another longtime member who passed away recently is Helen Pudelko. We would like to extend our sympathy to the family and friends of Eleanore and Helen. They will be missed. May they rest in peace! Judith Kiszlowski Group 488 Detroit, MI—We regret announcing the passing of one of our beloved members, Judith Kiszlowski. She was the daughter of the former president of our Group. She will be missed! The Group extends its sympathy to the family, her sister, brother, aunt, and nieces. May she rest in peace! Helen Birch Group 211 Chicago, IL – Officers and members of Group 211 Marie Sklodowska Curie Society note with sadness the passing of longtime member and former Treasurer of the Group, Helen Birch. Helen was co-founder and co-owner of Birch Optical, a successful business that is still being run by family members. We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Helen Birch. May she rest in peace. Berty Langol Group 351 Simpson, PA – Berty Langol, longtime member and Financial Secretary of Group 351, passed away on June 25. Berty enjoyed attending PWAA affairs and conventions with her daughter Maggie and sister Joan. She is survived by her husband Michael, with whom she celebrated her 56th wedding anniversary in November, her daughters Deborah Gursky and Eleanor “Maggie” Biodo, sister Joan Hanchak, four grandchildren and, the love of her life – great-granddaughter Isabelle. District XIV and Council members extend sincere condolences to the Langol Family. Emily Bonarski Group 806 Paw Paw, MI---It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of our longtime member Emily Bonarski. She served as Vice President for over 12 years and is the mother of our Treasurer, Carol Blackburn. Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Mary’s Church in Paw Paw on September 24. Group 806 officers and members will keep her and her family in our prayers. Jean Kraft Group 806 Paw Paw, MI—We are sad to report the passing of our longstanding member and past President of more than 12 years, Jean Kraft. Her dedication to PWA and to our Group was outstanding. She will be very sadly missed. Mass was held at St. Stanislaus MB Church and internment was in St. Adalbert’s Cemetery in Niles, Illinois, on June 14. Please remember her in your prayers. May she rest in peace! Wieczny odpoczynek racz im dać Panie . . . 16 September/October 2008 Głos Polek Fraternal/Books What would you do if you won the Lottery? A PWA member did! She won $183 million dollars!! Bernadette Gietka picked six lucky numbers in the Mega Millions Game in July of 2003. Her life changed in an instant. And now, five years later, Bernadette’s mother, Catherine Gietka, has written a book about how the lottery affected the lives of her family—and how they have also stayed true to who they always were. The book tells the story of Catherine as a young girl growing up in Baltimore, then as a young housewife and mother, working hard, raising her children, running a business, and making a success of her life. And then how the lottery took her family places she never expected. Through all of this, Catherine stays grounded and true to herself and her roots. An incredible story of a Polish American family’s incredible journey. Order your copy of MOTHER OF $183 MILLION WINNER by Catherine Gietka, member of PWA Group 702, Baltimore, Maryland, District XII. Proceeds from the sale of the book will be donated to the PWA Charitable and Educational Foundation. MOTHER OF $183 MILLION DOLLAR WINNER Name ______________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________ City ______________________________ State ________ Zip _________ Phone ________________________ Email ________________________ Please send _____ copies of Mother of $183 Million Winner to the above address at $28 each, including shipping and handling. I am enclosing a check for $ ____________ ($28 per copy ordered) Check out our Summer Essay Contest and our Planet Earth Photo Contest! Go to www.pwaa.org/ Contests.htm for details. • Jamestown Essay Contest for Students See page 6 for contact info Głos Polek Please make your check payable to: PWA Charitable and Educational Foundation Please check the charity of your choice: _____ Dziecko Polskie (Polish Children’s Fund) _____ PWA National Scholarship Endowment Fund Please mail the order form and check to Polish Women’s Alliance of America 6643 N. Northwest Hwy, 2nd Fl., Chicago, IL, 60631. Questions? Call 1-888-522-1898 ext. 228 September/October 2008 17 Youth Special Youth Committee Meets in Chicago Members of the Special Youth Committee met in Chicago on June 21-23, 2008. They attended the State Presidents’ Conference and made a PowerPoint presentation to PWA District Presidents and the National Board about their ideas on how to engage younger PWA members in the organization and to keep them involved beyond their college years. They also attended the 110th Anniversary Banquet. Committee members will continue to work with each other virtually and will report back to the National Board on a regular basis. Pictured at right after their presentation with Vice President Sharon Zago, who is the Chair of the permanent Youth Committee are, from left, Ryan Thompson of Gr. 814, Monica Moriarty of Gr. 442, Daniel Sasula of Gr. 49; Ann Miklas, of Gr. 661; and Ambrose Kucharski, of Gr. 814. Absent was Christina Lopez of Gr. 530. Attention Members and Friends Ages 11-15 Join us for a “D.J. Jam & Pizza Party” On Saturday, September 20, 2008, from 6 to 10 p.m. at PWA Headquarters, 6643 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago, in the lower-level Party Room. A live D.J. will spin Popular/Top 40 Hits and take your requests. Unlimited Pizza & Pop will be served. Bring a friend or make new ones! Mom and Dad are welcome to stay but adult chaperones will be on hand to provide a safe and fun atmosphere. If dropping off your child(ren), we will require a phone contact and students must be picked up promptly by 10 p.m. Cost is $5 per Student and $8 per Parent/Guardian who wish to participate To make your reservation, please complete the form below and return with your check or money order made payable to “P.W.A. of A.” by September 15th. Mail to: P.W.A. of A. 6643 N. Northwest Highway 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL 60631 Attn: Teen Party Reservations Questions? Call: 847-384-1206 D.J. JAM & PIZZA PARTY RESERVATION FORM Please reserve ____ Students @ $ 5 each Total Amount Enclosed $_______ Name(s) of Students attending: ________________________ ________________________ ____Adults @ $ 8 each Contact Phone No: ___________ ________________________ ________________________ Name(s) of Adults attending: ________________________ ________________________ ________________________ ________________________ (If additional space is required, please use back of form.) Deadline is 9/15/08. 18 DOZIN’ WITH DINOS Polish-American Group Outing: An Overnight at Chicago’s Field Museum Friday, October 24, 2008 Imagine roaming The Field Museum at night! Bring your sleeping bag and explore one of the most exciting spots in town! Overnights are a unique opportunity for children 6-12 to spend the night at the Museum. The evening begins with a workshop based on a Field Museum exhibition. Afterwards, we will watch a performance, munch on a snack, enjoy late night activities, and explore the Museum’s exhibitions, including Inside Ancient Egypt by flashlight. Group Overnights begin at 5:45 p.m. and end the following morning at 9 a.m. No one will be admitted to an Overnight after 8 p.m. Parents and kids welcome! A special appearance by “Dino Don” and his team is scheduled specifically for this night. Cost for Group Overnight is $47 per person. Reserve early – space is limited. Organized by Polish Women’s Alliance, Polish National Alliance, Polish Roman Catholic Union, and Polish Falcons of America. Call Vice President Sharon Zago at PWA for more info or to make a reservation: 1-847-384-1208. DOZIN’ WITH DINOS RESERVATION FORM Please reserve ____ places @ $ 47 Total Amount Enclosed $_______ Name(s) of Persons attending: ________________________ ________________________ _______________________ _______________________ Contact Phone No: _____________________ Make check payable to PWA of A. Mail check to: 6643 N. Northwest Hwy, 2 Fl, Chicago, IL 60631 Attn: Dozin’ with Dinos Questions? Call: 847-384-1208 September/October 2008 Głos Polek L’s Learn Polish! /Uczmy sie olskiego leT’S cook PoliSH!! GoTuJmy Po PolSku!! Polish-style Roast Chicken kurczęta po polsku 3 small roasting chickens, 3 rolls or slices of white bread, 1 cup milk, 2 tbs + 3 tbs softened butter, 3 eggs separated, 3 tbs and 1 tbs salt, 1/2 tsp pepper, 1/4 cup fresh dill, bread crumbs (as needed), 4 tbs olive oil Clean the insides of the chickens (reserving the livers) and rub cavities with 3 tbs salt. One hour before roasting, prepare the stuffing: Soak the rolls (three small stale ones work best) in milk, squeezing out any extra liquid. Take the three livers and soaked rolls and run through a food mill (or food processor). In a small bowl mix together 2 tbs of butter and egg yolks, adding salt, pepper, and dill, and then add to the liver and bread mixture. Beat egg whites until stiff and add to the stuffing at the last minute. You can add a handful or two of bread crumbs to the stuffing if needed. It should have the consistency of muffin batter. Stuff the chickens loosely, turning the wings under the backs of the chickens, with the legs pointing up. Tie the legs together with thread. Heat the olive oil and 3 tbs of butter in a roasting pan and place the chickens tightly in the pan, before transferring to the oven (350 degrees). Roast for a little over an hour, basting with the pan drippings and small amounts of water. Let stand to cool a bit before slicing; portions should include both meat as well as stuffing. If you are roasting one larger chicken, you will need less stuffing. 3 kurczęta wypatroszone nasolić 1 godzinę przed pieczeniem. Przyrządzić nadzienie: namoczyć bułkę (3 małe sztuki najlepiej czerstwe) w mleku, wycisnąć. 3 wątróbki i odciśniętą bułkę zmielić, utrzeć masło (2 łyżki stołowe), dodając 3 żółtka, szczyptę soli, nieco pieprzu, 4 łyżki koperku. Ubić pianę z pozostałych białek, wymieszać z poprzednimi składnikami, jeśli będzie to konieczne dodać tartą bułkę. Należy otrzymać masę o konsystencji ciasta biszkoptowego. Nadziać tym farszem kurczaki i zaszyć. Skrzydełka wykręcić, założyć na grzbiet, nóżki podciągnąć w górę, zawiązać nitką. W brytfannie rozgrzać tłuszcz, np. 4 łyżki oliwy oraz 3 łyżki masła. Kurczęta ułożyć ciasno, polać rozpuszczonym tłuszczem i wstawić do dobrze zagrzanego piekarnika. Piec ok. 1 godziny polewając sosem spod kurczaków oraz skrapiając od czasu do czasu wodą. Po upieczeniu zostawić do wystygnięcia. Następnie pokroić na porcje tak, by przynajmniej kilka z nich zawierało farsz. Oczywiście może to być jeden większy kurczak, farszu wtedy będzie trzeba mniej. Dumplings with Plums knedle ze śliwkami Wash and pit plums. Cut any larger plums in half. Form small circles from the dough; place a plum in the middle of each one. Cover the plums with the dough, forming them into balls. Throw into a pot of boiling salted water, stir gently and cover, letting cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Take out carefully with slotted spoon. Ziemniaki umyć, ugotować w łupinach (nie rozgotować) nastepnie obrać, przepuścić przez maszynkę. Wyłożyć na stolnicę. Z ziemniaków, mąki pszennej i ziemniaczanej oraz jajka zagnieść ciasto. Śliwki umyć, wypestkować. Jeżeli są duże, rozkroic na pół. Z ciasta formować małe placuszki. Na każdym położyć śliwkę. Placki zlepić i uformować w kulki. Wrzucać na wrzącą, osoloną wodę. Zamieszać, przykryć pokrywką i gotować ok. 3-4 minut. Knedle podawać polane masłem ze zrumienioną bułeczką lub śmietaną z cukrem i cynamonem. 2 lbs potatoes, 2 lbs European-style plums, 1 egg, 1 cup flour, salt, 1 tsp potato flour, 1/4 cup butter Scrub the potatoes and boil them without peeling (do not overcook). Let cool. Peel and run through food mill (or mash by hand). Add flour, potato flour, and egg and knead dough on a floured board. Roll out. Serve dumplings with melted butter and bread crumbs–or with sour cream that has been blended with sugar and cinnamon. January February March April May June Głos Polek 1 kg ziemniaków, 1 kg śliwek, 1 jajko, 20 dag mąki pszennej, sól, łyżeczka mąki ziemniaczanej, 6 dag masła leT’S leArN PoliSH! miesiace – months of the year styczeń luty marzec kwiecień maj czerwiec (sti chain) (loot ih) (mah rhzh etz) (kveeh chain) (my) (tsher vee etz) July August September October November December September/October 2008 lipiec sierpień wrzesień październik listopad grudzień (leep ee etz) (share pee ain) (vshe shain) (paz dzher neek) (lees toe pahd) (grood chain) 19 Nasza Historia Październikowe Dni Nauczyciela 14 października – Dzień Edukacji Narodowej obchodzony w Polsce Od 1982 roku tradycyjny polski Dzień Nauczyciela zmienił nazwę na Dzień Edukacji Narodowej. Święto to obchodzone jest 14 października, w rocznicę powstania Komisji Edukacji Narodowej. Tak więc dzień ten nie tylko czci pracę nauczycieli, ale także przywołuje na pamięć nasze dziedzictwo kulturowe, w tym wypadku – organizację, której stworzenie było jednym z najbardziej postępowych aktów w naszej przeszłości, i której działalność stanowiła jedno z największych osiągnięć kulturalnych Polski czasów Oświecenia. Dowodem Hugo Kołłątaj (1750–1812) czego może byc fakt, ze Archiwum Komisji Edukacji Narodowej znalazło się na liście “Pamięć Świata”, ustanowionej przez UNESCO, jako obiekt o światowym znaczeniu historycznym i cywilizacyjnym. Komisja Edukacji Narodowej, uważana za pierwsze w Europie ministerstwo oświaty, została utworzona 14 X 1773 roku i istniała do połowy kwietnia 1794 roku. Inicjatorem był ksiądz Hugo Kołłątaj. Jej powstanie wiązało się z kasacją zakonu Jezuitów, który do tej pory sprawował pieczę nad szkolnictwem Rzeczypospolitej. Fundusze na reformę szkolnictwa pochodziły z majątków po skasowanym zakonie. Komisja ogłosiła zbiór przepisów regulujących pracę szkół, których podstawy opracował H. Kołłątaj. Głównymi działaczami KEN byli: A.K. Czartoryski, I. Potocki, M. Poniatowski, A. Zamoyski, a współpracownikami: G. Piramowicz, H. Kołłątaj, K. Narbutt i A. Popławski. Komisja opracowała nowe programy, w których duży nacisk położono na wprowadzanie nowych idei pedagogicznych, rozwój nauk ścisłych, poznanie języka polskiego, historii i geografii ojczystej oraz etyki świeckiej. Wprowadzono także wychowanie fizyczne, ograniczono rolę łaciny i usunięto teologię. Prace Komisji doprowadziły do stworzenia jednolitego systemu szkolnictwa o układzie hierarchicznym, począwszy od szkół elementarnych, przez podwydziałowe i wydziałowe, po Szkoły Główne (Akademie) w Krakowie i Wilnie. 20 Akademię Krakowską i Wileńską poddano gruntownym reformom, zsekularyzowano programy nauczania i grono pedagogiczne. Jako obowiązujący język wykładów wprowadzono język polski, rozbudowano wydziały nauk ścisłych i przyrodniczych. Komisja także zainicjowała zakładanie szkół elementarnych, zwanych parafialnymi, udostępniając je dzieciom chłopskim, i tym samym dążąc do zmniejszenia różnic stanowych w oświacie. A domagając się wychowania patriotycznego, wpłynęła na kształtowanie się nowoczesnej świadomości obywatelskiej i narodowej. Aby uniezależnić szkolnictwo od księży i zakonników, stworzono seminaria nauczycielskie i zajęto się opracowaniem nowoczesnych podręczników. Powołane w 1775 Towarzystwo do Ksiąg Elementarnych, złożone z pedagogów i uczonych, opracowało 27 nowych podręczników, w większości dla szkół średnich, ale także m.in. Gramatykę języka polskiego i Elementarz. Dzięki pracom Komisji Edukacji Narodowej, Polska znalazła się pod koniec XVIII wieku w czołówce krajów europejskich pod względem poziomu i organizacji szkolnictwa. 5 października – Światowy Dzień Nauczyciela (World Teachers’ Day) World Teacher’s Day (Światowy Dzień Nauczyciela) obchodzony jest w dniu 5 października. Dzień ten został uchwalony w 1994 roku dla upamiętnienia historycznej Międzynarodowej Konferencji (z roku 1966), która zatwierdziła “Rekomendacje” UNESCO i ILO (International Labour Organization) ustalającą Status Nauczycieli, określający obowiązki i prawa nauczycieli na całym świecie. Obok UNESCO, ILO i UNICEF, kluczową rolę w organizacji obchodów odgrywa Education International (EI), największe ogólnoświatowe związki zawodowe, reprezentujące około 30 milionów nauczycieli na świecie i 394 nauczycielskie związki zawodowe w 171 krajach. EI chroni praw nauczycieli i ich uczniów, walczy z rasizmem i dyskryminacją w edukacji i w społeczeństwie. Światowy Dzień Nauczyciela stwarza okazję do zwrócenia uwagi rządów i szerokiej publiczności na wielką rolę stanu nauczycielskiego, a także na problemy i potrzeby związane z edukacją nowych pokoleń. uwaga! Sobota 20 września 2008 roku od 6 do 10 wieczorem w siedzibie ZPwA: September/October 2008 “D.J. Jam & Pizza Party” Szczegóły na stronie 18-tej. Głos Polek Porady/Informacje Życie nie jest tak krótkie, by nie było w nim czasu (Ralph Waldo Emerson) na uprzejmość. Bon ton, czyli dobre maniery, etykieta, ogłada, savoir-vivre, konwenans towarzyski, znajomość obowiązujących zwyczajów, form i reguł grzeczności obowiazujących w danej grupie. Najogólniej, zasady dobrego zachowania to: uśmiech, życzliwość, punktualność, dyskrecja, Bon Ton uprzejmość, lojalność, grzeczność, wygląd zewnętrzny, takt. To, co jest wspólne tym zasadom, to wzgląd na innych. Finezyjna sztuka toastu Wznoszenie toastu to bardzo piękny zwyczaj przydający nawet skromnemu przyjęciu specjalnego charakteru. Toast wznoszony za czyjeś zdrowie i pomyślność to dowód uprzejmości i sympatii, a osoba, która jest adresatem toastu, czuje się w tym momencie przyjemnie wyróżniona. Warto zatem zawsze zastanowić się nad tym, co powiemy spełniając toast. Jeśli chcemy, żeby był on “przyprawą umysłową” uczty, to możemy odwołać się do jakiejś złotej myśli, odpowiedniej do sytuacji, mądrości życiowej albo fragmentu wiersza. Jeśli natomiast nic takiego nie przygotowaliśmy, to po prostu mówimy coś serdecznego, uprzejmego i zawsze pozytywnego o osobie albo okazji. Rozróżnia się dwa tradycyjne toasty. Pierwszy – wygłaszany na początku przyjęcia, witający wszystkich gości, i drugi – na cześć gościa honorowego, wznoszony na początku deseru. Pierwszeństwo we wznoszeniu tych toastów ma gospodarz (gospodyni) przyjęcia. Toasty, poza pierwszym (witającym), powinny być spełniane w czasie deseru. Jak większość zasad etykiety, jest to zasada praktyczna: po prostu potrawy już nie stygną, nie trzeba się śpieszyć i można celebrować miłe słowa i dobre wino. Toast powinien mieć zawsze adresata. Tak więc zawołania typu: “Wypijmy”, “No to cyk”, “Najlepszego”, “Za tych co na morzu” albo “Zdrowie kolejarzy”, nie spełniając tego warunku, są raczej tylko “zachętami do wypicia”, a nie prawdziwymi toastami. Toast pije się tylko winem albo szampanem (osoby nie pijące alkoholu mogą zastąpić go sokiem albo innym napojem). Lampkę trzymamy za nóżkę. Toast powinien być krótki (kilka zdań), wygłoszony głośno i wyraźnie, tak żeby wszyscy obecni słyszeli. Osoba, na której cześć wznoszony jest toast, powinna siedzieć i uśmiechać się do osoby spełniającej toast. Może trzymać lampkę, ale nie powinna pić za siebie toastu. Po toaście powinna wstać, podziękować gospodarzowi albo gospodyni za wyróżnienie, zaproszenie, piękny wieczór itd. i wznieść toast za gospodarzy i wszystkich obecnych. Ten toast piją wszyscy. Udział we wszystkich toastach jest obowiązkiem każdego gościa. Bardziej skomplikowany jest rytuał toastu w czasie przyjęcia weselnego, kiedy to “specjalnie uroczysta” okazja wymaga specjalnych treści, form i przestrzegania kolejności toastów. Wszystko to jest skodyfikowane w księgach etykiety, ale o tym może innym razem. A teraz, oprac. lmr po prostu: “Na zdrowie”. ZPwA akceptuje główne karty kredytowe przy wszystkich płatnościach i donacjach. Po informacje proszę dzwonić do biura skarbnika – telefon 888-522-1898, wew. 206 Głos Polek “Moja wierna mowo” Porady językowe według Jana Miodka i innych polskich językoznawców “Z tej strony (Jan Kowalski)” Spotykane w rozmowach telefonicznych wyrażenie “Z tej strony (Jan Kowalski)” jest niepoprawne. Należy powiedzieć po prostu “Mówi Jan Kowalski” i poprzedzić tę formę powitaniem “dzień dobry”; można też użyć tylko imię (“dzień dobry, mówi Jolanta”). Jeżeli chcemy, by rozpoczęcie rozmowy zwracało na siebie uwagę, możemy użyć formy przedstawienia się – “Kłania się (Jan Kowalski)”. Forma ta jest elegancka, opisuje gest związany z bezpośrednim witaniem się i przedstawianiem. Wyraża szacunek związany tradycyjnie z męską kurtuazją. Dlatego jest to forma zalecana mężczyznom. W Sieci Co ciekawego w sieci? http://dziedzictwo.ekai.pl/ Ciekawa i bogata w informacje (przeszło 4000 haseł) bardzo starannie zorganizowana strona poświęcona dziedzictwu religijnemu i duchowemu Polski. Zawiera artykuły o zakonach, religiach i zabytkach architektury sakralnej, gromadzi wiele mitów, legend i podań związanych ze świętami, zwyczajami, a także żywoty świętych i pieśni kościelne. A ponieważ Rzeczpospolita nigdy nie była państwem jednego narodu, jednego wyznania czy jednej religii, można znaleźć tu także informacje na temat zabytków protestan ckich, prawosławnych, muzułmańskich, karaimskich i żydowskich. September/October 2008 21 Nasze tradycje Z listów Domeyki W 2002 roku Biblioteka Kórnicka zakupiła nieznane dotychczas listy Ignacego Domeyki, pisane w latach 1875-1883 do A. Pawlickiego – lekarza i działacza polonijnego w San Francisco. A oto kilka fragmentów korespondencji: z tej “ (...) Jak pszczoły w bajce Góreckiego, kiedy niedźwiedź wydarł nam miód i wygnał z ula, rozlecieliśmy się po puszczy i szukamy miodu na obcych łąkach i dolinach, pracujemy i znaleźć go nie możemy; ani wosku, ani odpoczynku. Niech i tak będzie. (...) czy mówisz, piszesz i czytasz po polsku? Jeśli nie, to pora na ekscytującą przygodę z językiem polskim! Szkoła Języka Polskiego im. I. J. Paderewskiego, działająca przy kościele św. Piotra i Pawła w Garfield Hts., OH, informuje, ze nowy rok szkolny dla dzieci i młodzieży oraz dla dorosłych rozpoczyna się w tym roku 13 września. Lekcje odbywają się w soboty od godz. 10:00 rano do 2:00 po południu. Serdecznie zapraszamy! kontakt: 216-226-5496, 216-447-9919 lub 216-491-8730. POLSKIE OBCHODY 400 ROCZNIC Y JAMESTOWN (cd. ze strony 24) Wystarczy popatrzeć na zdjęcia, by zauważyć, że precyzyjnie ze wszystkimi detalami stworzona drewniana konstrukcja w czasie pochodu “ożywiona” była postaciami w strojach z epoki. Bez wątpienia było to wspaniałe widowisko. Polonijny Komitet Obchodów 400-lecia Jamestown wraz z członkami PACBA mają w planie przetransportować “platformę – skansen” do Jamestown na 1 paździenika tego roku, kiedy to odbedą się główne uroczystości obchodów przybycia pierwszych polskich osadników – doskonałych rzemieślników, ktorzy swoimi umiejetnościami i doświadczniem nie tylko ratowali osadę przed chorobami i żywiołami, ale także przyczynili się do rozwoju gospodarczego kolonii. Możemy być dumni z naszych przodków, a także z naszych współczesnych budowniczych, którzy w tak piękny sposób przydadzą charakteru celebracji ważnych dla Polaków obchodów w Jamestown. 22 September/October 2008 (...) ja tu sam od 37 dobrych towarzyszy: sercu, a na półkach w sicki, Kochanowski, z Nagłowic (...) lat – ale mam Pana Boga w bibliotece KraGórnicki, Rej (...) zasłużyć na dobre imię dla kraju pracą, uczciwością, szlachectwem, poświęceniem się, gdzie nie bądź pokaże się Polak, to dziś nasz bagnet, szabla na nieprzyjaciela, dopóki nie wybije godzina do bliższego starcia się (...) “Dziwne to zrządzenie Boskie co nas tak rozproszyło, a jednak łączy i wiąże miłością rodzinną, że i góry i morze są niczem dla nas (...)” “Pisz do mnie drogi mój rodaku (...) nie zważając na niedbałość w odpowiedzi 74 letniego włóczęgi, który was kocha.” “(...) człowiek nie jest ten co je i pije, ale co myśli i kocha (...)” “Widzę z pociechą, że nasze osady polskie w Stanach Zjednoczonych wiernie zachowują narodowość swoją, nie zapominają o Polsce, utrzymują jedność i zgodę między sobą i dobrze im się powodzi.” “(...) Nie może się skarżyć na nas Ameryka, pracujemy szczerze (...) a jednak tobie i mnie zawsze na myśli i na sercu ziemia nasza. Źródło: Gazeta.pl/Poznań 2002 Głos Polek Nasze Dziedziwo Gran Sabio Polaco – Wielki Mędrzec z Polski Ignacy Domeyko urodził się 31 lipca 1802 roku w Niedźwiadce w Nowogrodzkiem. Studiował nauki ścisłe na Uniwersytecie Wileńskim, należał do stowarzyszenia Filomatów i Filaretów, przyjaźnił się z Mickiewiczem i znalazł swoje miejsce w naszej literaturze romantycznej; w Panu Tadeuszu jest pierwowzorem “Domejki” w zabawnym epizodzie sporu z Dowejką, a w III cz. Dziadów, w scenie więziennej, występuje jako “Żegota” (jego filomacki pseudonim). Domeyko brał udział w Powstaniu Listopadowym, i po upadku powstania wyjechał do Drezna, a stamtąd z Mickiewiczem do Paryża. W roku 1837 ukończył studia górnicze w paryskiej École des Mines i wkrótce wyjechał do Chile, na kontrakt profesora chemii i mineralogii w kolegium górniczym w La Serena. Chile, jako niezależne państwo, istniało wtedy zaledwie od 20 lat i potrzebowało fachowców, zwłaszcza w dziedzinie nauk ścisłych. Brakowało specjalistów, którzy potrafiliby unowocześnić gospodarkę, zwłaszcza górnictwo. Swoją pracą w La Serena, gdzie postawił na wysokim poziomie nauczanie w kolegium, w którym wykładał, zyskał zaufanie Chilijczyków i rozpoczął starania o zreformowanie szkolnictwa chilijskiego na wzór Wileńskiego Okręgu Naukowego. W 1846 roku objął katedrę chemii i mineralogii Uniwersytetu Chilijskiego w Santiago, a w 1852 roku władze powierzyły mu funkcję pełnomocnika rządu do spraw reformy uniwersytetu. W latach 1867-1883 pełnił funkcję rektora tej uczelni. W roku 1850 ożenił się i założył rodzinę. Powrót do kraju, o którym zawsze marzył, stawał się ze względu na zobowiązania rodzinne i zawodowe coraz mniej możliwy, i dopiero po przejściu na emeryturę, w 1884 roku, wyjechał z wizytą do Polski. W dzień jego wyjazdu tak pisał chilijski Dziennik Rządowy: “Niewiele przykładów można przytoczyć życia tak pracowitego, pełnego poświęcenia, tak zupełnie oddanego wykształceniu i postępowi nauki. Pan Domeyko był więcej niż profesorem: był apostołem nauki w Chile. Bezinteresowność i zasługi Pana Domeyki zobowiązały naród chilijski do nie dającej się określić wdzięczności.” W czasie pobytu w kraju podróżował; odwiedził Kraków, Warszawę, dom rodzinny w Niedźwiadce, jeździł też po Eu- Głos Polek ropie, odbył pielgrzymkę do Ziemi Świętej, był w Rzymie, wszedł na Wezuwiusz, odwiedził dawnych przyjaciół w Paryżu, pisał wspomnienia i brał udział w uroczystościach na jego cześć. Podczas ostatniego pobytu w Krakowie, na Wielkanoc 1888 r., jego syn Herman, który został księdzem, odprawił uroczystą mszę w Katedrze na Wawelu. Było to dla Domeyki jedno z największych przeżyć w kończącej się podróży do ojczyzny. Jesienią 1888 wrócił do Santiago, gdzie zmarł 23 stycznia 1889 roku. Po jego śmierci ogłoszono w Chile żałobę narodową. Jego zasługi dla Chile były wielkie; przyczynił się do przekształcenia górnictwa z rzemieślniczego w profesjonalne, odkrył i opisał nowe minerały oraz strukturę geologiczną kraju, stworzył pierwsze mapy, wykształcił wiele pokoleń fachowców w dziedzinie górnictwa, opublikował pierwsze podręczniki geologii i mineralogii, założył sieć meteorologiczną, muzeum etnograficzne, był współtwórcą i reformatorem Uniwersytetu Chilijskiego i przyczynił się do kształtowania oświaty. Domeyko był naukowcem, nauczycielem, geologiem, i jednym z najczynniejszych mineralogów XIX wieku. Publikował wiele w europejskich wydawnictwach naukowych, rozsyłał ciekawe okazy minerałów po świecie, był autorem słynnego podręcznika mineralogii Ameryki Południowej, pięciu tomów prac naukowych i około 600 artykułów. Jego nazwisko zostało uhonorowane stając się częścią wielu nazw własnych w świecie przyrody i kultury. Jego imię nosi 600 kilometrowe pasmo gór w Andach – Kordyliera Domeyki, asteroid 2784 Domeyko, minerał domeykit (Cu3As), małż Nautilus domeykus, amonit chilijski Amonites Domeykanus, gatunek lisa Canis domeykanus, gatunek fiołka Viola domeykiana, miasto i port w Chile, kopalnia saletry na pustyni Atalcama, nazwy ulic, muzea, stowarzyszenia, biblioteki i szkoły. W uznaniu wszystkich zasług, w dwusetną rocznicę urodzin, UNESCO ogłosiło rok 2002 rokiem Ignacego Domeyki. Romantyk tylko za młodu, a pozytywista w wieku dojrzałym – można powiedzieć patrząc na jego życie. Ale to romantyczne filomackie wyzwanie: “mierz siły na zamiary, nie zamiar podług sił” było ideą, której pozostał zawsze wierny. (cd. na stronie 22) Foto: Popiersie Ignacego Domeyki w gmachu głównym Uniwersytetu Chilijskiego w Santiago (fot. Ricardo Hevia Kaluf GNU Wikimedia); Znaczek wydany w Chile z okazji 200 rocznicy Domeyki (2002); Kordyliery Domeyki (w Andach Chilijskich) September/October 2008 oprac. lmr 23 Jamestown 1608–2008 Polskie obchody 400 rocznicy Jamestown 1 października tego roku obchodzimy okrągłą rocznicę 400-lecia przybycia pierwszych polskich osadników do Jamestown w Virginii. Różnie można celebrować rocznice, bardziej lub mniej oryginalnie. Napewno w sposób bardzo oryginalny zrobili to członkowie PolskoAmerykańskiego Stowarzyszenia Kontraktorów Budowlanych, PACBA. Przeszło rok temu postanowili uczcić to święto poprzez stworzenie ruchomego skansenu – osady z przed 400 lat. Na metalowej konstrukcji – platformie zbudowano drewnianą kuźnię, piec do wytopu szkła, studnię i tartak. Powstała solidna, zgodna z historyczną prawdą, “zabudowa”, którą mieli okazję podziwiać mieszkańcy Chicago w czasie zeszłorocznej “Parady 3-Majowej”. O wielkości projektu świadczy choćby parę wymiarów: 30 metrów długości i około 7 metrów szerokości. W sumie przepracowano społecznie 2100 godzin, od początku kwietnia do 3 maja 2007. (cd. na stronie 22) POLISH WOMEN’S ALLIANCE OF AMERICA 6643 N. Northwest Hwy., 2nd Fl. Chicago, Illinois, 60631 www.pwaa.org
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