Charlotte FC vs Chicago Fire FC
The Polish-American Club of the Triangle invites all soccer fans to join us in Charlotte and cheer on Charlotte FC Chicago Fire FC!
Saturday, September 26
Kickoff: 7:30 PM
Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC
Purchase your tickets through the special link for members and friends of our Club:
https://www.gofevo.com/event/Polishamerican41
And since you’re already making the trip to Charlotte… don’t forget to stop by IKEA!
Please note: We cannot guarantee that Robert Lewandowski will play in the match, but we’re all keeping our fingers crossed and hoping to see him on the field!
See you in Charlotte! Let’s create a sea of red and white and cheer together!
Polish Book Club
We are reading “Śmierć w Breslau” by Marek Krajewski. The location of the meeting will be soon announced.
Walking Club
🚶♀️🌳 First PAC Walking Club Meeting! 🌳🚶♂️
Join us for the very first walk of our PAC Walking Club! We’ll meet at Dorothea Dix Park for a relaxing walk and a chance to discover the amazing Trolls! 🧌🌿
After the walk, those who would like to stay a little longer can head together for lunch at the NC State Farmers Market or enjoy a cup of coffee at Flowers Cottage. ☕🥗
📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 10:30 AM
📍 Dorothea Dix Park
2105 Umstead Dr, Raleigh, NC
The Walking Club is perfect for anyone looking for an easy, shorter walk in good company — seniors, families with children and strollers, and anyone who simply wants to enjoy a pleasant Saturday morning outdoors. ❤️
Come walk with us and help us kick off our new Walking Club! 🇵🇱🇺🇸
Bonfire
🔥 Join us for a bonfire! 🔥
Come enjoy a cozy evening with a warm fire, grilled sausages 🌭, s’mores 🍫, music 🎶, maybe even some dancing 💃🕺, and most importantly — great company!
Come spend a fun evening with us around the fire! 🔥❤️
Tickets:
$15 - PAC members
$25 - Non-members
Children FREE
NCDSA Buddy Walk
Join us for the 28th annual NCDSA Buddy Walk!
NCDSA Buddy Walk is a day to come together in celebration, connection, and purpose. This event is more than a walk; it’s a powerful community movement that uplifts and honors the strength, abilities, and incredible potential of individuals with Down syndrome.
Every dollar raised helps provide essential programs, resources, and advocacy efforts across North Carolina. From early support for families to education and lifelong inclusion, your contribution helps build brighter futures and stronger communities.
✨ Whether you give, form a team, or step in as a sponsor — your involvement truly makes a difference.
Together, we can reach our goal and continue creating a world where individuals with Down syndrome are valued, supported, and celebrated every day.
Polish Festival, Castle Hayne, NC
Enjoy a fun filled afternoon featuring authentic Polish food a few minutes drive from historic downtown, filled with fun kids activities and entertainment including a full size authentic Blaskapelle band, a craft sale, raffles and more. You are invited to try delicious Polish Foods: Kielbasa, Pierogi, Golabki, Kruschiki, Kolachki, Nut Rolls, Poppyseed Rolls and Strudel (Sugar Free Varieties are available). Domestic and Polish beer will be served, including Wilmington's own St. Stan’s Baltic Porter, brewed especially for this day by Front Street Brewery.
Free Admission with Free Parking | Food & Drink available for Purchase |
Padarewski Festival
🎹 Ignacy Jan Paderewski Piano Festival of Raleigh – 13th Annual Festival
The Ignacy Jan Paderewski Piano Festival of Raleigh returns this November for its 13th annual edition, celebrating the legacy of one of Poland’s most remarkable figures — world-renowned pianist, composer, and statesman Ignacy Jan Paderewski. The festival brings outstanding pianists to Raleigh for a series of concerts honoring his musical heritage and promoting classical piano music in our community.
The festival opens with a recital by Julie Haismann on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM at Saint Mary’s School in Raleigh. This opening concert is a wonderful opportunity to begin the festival weekend with beautiful piano music and to celebrate Polish culture and Paderewski’s extraordinary legacy.
📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 Saint Mary’s School, Raleigh
🎹 Pianist: Julie Haismann
We encourage members and friends of the Polish-American Club of the Triangle to attend and support this special cultural event. 🇵🇱🎶
More information: https://www.paderewski-festival.org/
Padarewski Festival
🎹 Ignacy Jan Paderewski Piano Festival of Raleigh – Second Concert
The 13th Annual Ignacy Jan Paderewski Piano Festival of Raleigh continues its celebration of classical piano music and the extraordinary legacy of Ignacy Jan Paderewski — the legendary Polish pianist, composer, and statesman. The festival brings together talented pianists and music lovers for a series of special November concerts in Raleigh.
The second concert of this year’s festival will feature pianist Maria Stratigou on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 3:00 PM at Saint Mary’s School in Raleigh. Join us for a beautiful Sunday afternoon of piano music and another wonderful opportunity to celebrate Paderewski’s musical and cultural heritage.
📅 Sunday, November 8, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 Saint Mary’s School, Raleigh
🎹 Pianist: Maria Stratigou
Members and friends of the Polish-American Club of the Triangle are warmly encouraged to attend and support this wonderful cultural event! 🇵🇱🎶
More information: https://www.paderewski-festival.org/
Padarewski Festival
🎹 Ignacy Jan Paderewski Piano Festival of Raleigh – Third Concert
The 13th Annual Ignacy Jan Paderewski Piano Festival of Raleigh continues its celebration of classical piano music and the remarkable legacy of Ignacy Jan Paderewski — the legendary Polish pianist, composer, and statesman. This annual festival brings outstanding musicians to Raleigh and keeps Paderewski’s musical and cultural heritage alive for new generations.
The third concert of this year’s festival will feature pianist Elia Cecino on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM at the North Carolina Museum of Art. Join us for an inspiring afternoon of piano music in one of Raleigh’s most beautiful cultural venues.
📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh
🎹 Pianist: Elia Cecino
Members and friends of the Polish-American Club of the Triangle are warmly encouraged to attend and support this special celebration of music and Polish heritage! 🇵🇱🎶
More information: https://www.paderewski-festival.org/
Padarewski Festival
🎹 Ignacy Jan Paderewski Piano Festival of Raleigh – Final Concert
The 13th Annual Ignacy Jan Paderewski Piano Festival of Raleigh concludes its celebration of classical piano music and the extraordinary legacy of Ignacy Jan Paderewski — one of Poland’s most renowned pianists, composers, and statesmen. The festival is a wonderful opportunity to experience outstanding music while celebrating an important part of Polish cultural heritage.
The final concert of the 2026 festival will feature pianist Seunghum Jeong on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM at the North Carolina Museum of Art. Join us for the closing performance and a beautiful afternoon of piano music as this year’s Paderewski Festival comes to an end.
📅 Sunday, November 15, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh
🎹 Pianist: Seunghum Jeong
Members and friends of the Polish-American Club of the Triangle are warmly encouraged to attend and help us celebrate the music and legacy of Ignacy Jan Paderewski! 🇵🇱🎹🎶
More information: https://www.paderewski-festival.org/
Polish Cakes & Cookies Sale
🇵🇱🍰 POLISH SWEETS ARE COMING TO DOWNTOWN RALEIGH! 🍪🇵🇱
The Polish-American Club of the Triangle is excited to join the 2026 MAKRS Holiday Fest! 🎄✨
📅 Saturday, November 28, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Fayetteville Street, Downtown Raleigh
Stop by the PAC Polish booth and treat yourself to delicious homemade Polish cakes, cookies, and other sweet treats! ❤️🤍 All proceeds from our sales will support the activities of the Polish-American Club of the Triangle.
And there will be LOTS more to enjoy! The festival will feature 200+ local vendors, a Food Truck Rodeo, live DJ and music, holiday-themed wrestling matches, performances, a kids zone, beer, wine & bubbly, coffee and desserts, lounges, and much more! 🎶🎁☕🍻
Come enjoy the holiday atmosphere, shop local for Christmas gifts, and make sure to stop by our booth for a little taste of Poland! 🇵🇱❤️
🎄 Admission is FREE!
👉 More information: MAKRS Holiday Fest website
Gosia’s Art
Come Discover Gosia’s Art!
Throughout September, paintings by Gosia and Robert will be on display and available for purchase at Pigfish Lane Antiques and Interiors in Raleigh.
We especially invite you to stop by on September 13 for a special Meet & Greet with the artists! It’s a wonderful opportunity to see their artwork up close, talk with Gosia about her creative work, and perhaps find a unique painting to take home.
When: Sunday, September 13, 2026
Time: 2:00–4:00 PM
Where: Pigfish Lane Antiques and Interiors
Address: 5425 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27606
If you’re in the area, be sure to stop by! Let’s support local artists and celebrate Polish talent in the Triangle!
Fuquay-Varina Festival
Join us at the Fuquay-Varina International Cultural Festival on Saturday, Sept 12! Stop by our Polish cultural booth anytime between 11 AM and 4 PM, and catch our Polish Spark folk dance performance on stage at 11:50 AM. Admission is free - see you at the Fuquay-Varina Arts Center (123 East Vance Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526).
Hiking Club
Dear Hikers,
Our next hike will take place on Sunday, September 6. This time, we are heading to the beautiful Raven Rock State Park in Lillington, Harnett County.
Address: parking next to Visitor Center
3009 Raven Rock Rd, Lillington, NC 27546
Meet-up time: 8:50 a.m.
We will start walking at 9:00 a.m.
Please keep in mind that it takes about an hour to drive from the Raleigh area, so plan your departure accordingly.
Our plan:
Raven Rock Loop Trail – 2.6 miles
This easy and scenic loop takes us to the famous Raven Rock, an impressive rock formation overlooking the Cape Fear River. The distinctive 150-foot rock cliff is one of the park's highlights.
If we still have enough energy and feel like continuing, we can take the Campbell Creek Loop Trail – 4.5 miles, which is rated as a moderate trail. Along the way, we can also visit the area around Lanier Falls, a beautiful section of the Cape Fear River. The official park map also shows an additional 0.2-mile Lanier Falls Trail.
Depending on our pace and how everyone feels, we can finish after the first trail or extend our hike with the additional loop.
Park map:
https://www.ncparks.gov/maps/raven-rock-state-park-map/open
The park is located about 40 miles southwest of Raleigh, and there is no regular admission fee for day use.
Looking forward to seeing you on the trail!
Polish Book Club
Polish Book Club – We’re Back After the Summer Break!
Join us for the first Polish Book Club meeting after the summer break on Thursday, September 3 at 7:00 PM!
This meeting will be extra special as we celebrate the 2nd anniversary of our Book Club! To mark the occasion, please bring your favorite Polish book so we can take a special anniversary group photo!
This month, we’ll be reading and discussing “Gołoborze” by Maciej Siembieda.
Interested in joining us? We’d love to have you! Please contact Anna And-San or Joanna Pawlak.
See you there!
Family Picknic
PAC actively supported the Saturday School of Polish Language in Raleigh on the occasion of the arrival of the friendly Polish School of Charlotte both in the staging of Jan Brzechwa's poem "On the stall" (president of the Club, Joanna, as Carrot and vice-president, Anna, as Turnip) and during the Polish Family Picnic.
Thank you Polish School (Monika Pietron) for a full of attractions Saturday!
New Year's Eve - Sylwester
Zapraszamy na Sylwestra!
31 grudnia 2024 od 7.00 wieczorem do 1 nad ranem
Triangle Lebanese American Center
241 Horizon Dr
Raleigh, NC 27615
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065343106354
Zapewniamy:
Dobrą muzykę: Dj Tony zadba, abyśmy bawili się w rytm największych hitów.
Pyszne przekąski i napoje bezalkoholowe.
Noworoczny toast.
Można przynieść własny alkohol, do czego zachęcamy.
Prosimy przynieść danie do podzielenia się.
Klubowicze:$50 od osoby
Pozostali:$80 od osoby
To będzie niezapomniana noc!
Wspólnie przywitamy 2025 r.
We invite you to New Year's Eve!
December 31, 2024 from 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM
Triangle Lebanese American Center
241 Horizon Dr
Raleigh, NC 27615
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065343106354
We provide:
Good music: DJ Tony will make sure that we party to the rhythm of the greatest hits.
Delicious snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.
New Year's toast.
You can bring your own alcohol, which we encourage.
Please bring a dish to share.
Club members: $50 per person
Others: $80 per person
It will be an unforgettable night!
Together we will welcome 2025.
Christmas Eve dinner - Kolacja Wigilijna - Sold-Out
Zapraszamy naszych dorosłych Klubowiczów na wyjątkową kolację wigilijną, która będzie 7 grudnia 2024 r. w historycznym Tucker House w Raleigh od 6.00 do 9.00 wieczorem.
https://raleighnc.gov/parks-and-recreation/places/tucker-house
Klub zadba o elegancki bufet świąteczny, napoje bezalkoholowe i wino.
Na ten specjalny wieczór przygotowaliśmy dla Was kilka niespodzianek.
Zorganizujemy również loterię! Cena losu $5, 5 losów $20.
Prosimy przynieść nie zapakowany upominek w dniu kolacji.
Zebrane fundusze wesprą nasz klub.
Liczba miejsc ograniczona.
Rezerwacja wraz opłatą $70 od osoby - tylko przez Paypal do końca listopada - tylko członkowie PAC..
Do zobaczenia!
We invite our adult Club members to a special Christmas Eve dinner, which will be on December 7, 2024 at the historic Tucker House in Raleigh from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
https://raleighnc.gov/parks-and-recreation/places/tucker-house
The Club will provide an elegant holiday buffet, non-alcoholic beverages and wine.
We have prepared a few surprises for you for this special evening.
We will also organize a raffle! The price of a ticket is $5, 5 tickets $20.
Please bring an unwrapped gift on the day of the dinner.
The funds raised will support our club.
Limited number of places.
Reservations with a fee of $70 per person - only via Paypal until the end of November - PAC members only.
See you!
Raleigh's International WINE Festival
October 19th will be Raleigh's International Wine Festival!
After the recent success of our club, we are once again organizing a stand where we will sell delicious, traditional, Polish cakes.
We are looking for volunteers to bake cakes, help run and decorate the stand. The Raleigh city authorities require that baked goods be packed in plastic containers or clear foil.
We will be very grateful for any support, even the smallest.
All proceeds from the sale will be used for the further development of our club and financial resources for preparing further events that we plan to organize in the near future.
We strongly encourage you to participate in the festival together!
Link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/raleighs-international-wine-festival-this-wine-is-making-me-awesome-tickets-906684286107
Please send any questions to Agnieszka Szkudlarek at the email address below.
vice.president@polamrtp.com
Ognisko
Zapraszamy na Ognisko!
12 października 2024 na farmie FigMINT w Apex
Od 4.00 po południu do 9:30 po południu
https://www.sassool.com/figmintfarms
Będzie prawdziwe ognisko, pieczenie kiełbasek, łowienie ryb (prosimy zabrać wędki), muzyka i zabawy na polanie!
Klub zadba o pieczywo, kiełbasy i napoje bezalkoholowe.
Można przynieść wino i piwo ze sobą. W rozsądnych ilościach, oczywiście.
Prosimy przynieść danie, którym można podzielić się z innymi.
Zachęcamy do zabrania rozkładanych krzeseł i koców.
Wstęp dla klubowiczów (z opłaconą składką) bezpłatny.
Dla tych, którzy z jakiegoś dziwnego powodu jeszcze się nie zapisali: indywidualnie $30, dla rodzin $40.
Gorąco zapraszamy!
We invite you to the Bonfire! October 12, 2024 at FigMINT Farm in Apex From 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
https://www.sassool.com/figmintfarms
There will be a real bonfire, sausage roasting, fishing (please bring your rods), music and games in the clearing!
The club will take care of bread, sausages and soft drinks.
You can bring wine and beer with you. In reasonable quantities, of course.
Please bring a dish to share with others. We encourage you to bring folding chairs and blankets.
Admission for club members (with paid dues) is free. For those who for some strange reason have not signed up yet: individually $30, for families $40.
We warmly invite you!
Maciej & Stanislawa Nowicki Symposium & Exhibition
Maciej & Stanislawa Nowicki Symposium & Exhibition
NC State University School of Architecture & the Polish American Club of the Triangle FALL 2024 | James B. Hunt Library, NC State University
This event is free and open to public. Registration is recommended.
You may register for the sessions of the event here, or @ncstate_architecture
Friday, September 13
Symposium Schedule - Hunt Library
10:30: Session 1: A Conversation with Peter Nowicki (IEI - 4th Floor - Hunt Library)
Maciej and Stanislawa Nowicki at NC State and the University of Pennsylvania Interview moderated by Burak Erdim, Ph.D. and Wanda Urbanska
12:00: Lunch and Session 2: Poland and Modernism in North Carolina
(IEI - 4th Floor - Hunt Library)
Sandwiches and refreshments
12:30: Introduction: David Hill, FAIA
● Mark Fountain, Ph.D. Honorary Consul - Republic of Poland - North Carolina
● Philip Szostak, FAIA, Szostak Design, Chapel Hill, NC
● George Smart, HAIA, and NC Modernist website/organization ● Q+A / Discussion
1:30: Break
1:40: Session 3: Dorton Arena - Form and Function: Wayne Place, Ph.D. (IEI - 4th Floor - Hunt Library)
● Introduction: Kristen Schaffer, Ph.D.
● Film screening and presentation by Wayne Place
PBS Segment on the Dorton Arena: https://video.pbsnc.org/video/our-state-dorton-arena/ ● Q+A / Discussion
2:30: Break
Coffee and tea
2:45: Session 4: Afternoon: Humanist Modernity: (IEI - 4th Floor - Hunt Library)
● Introductions: Burak Erdim
● Grzegorz Piątek, Warsaw reconstruction and the Nowickis
● Magdalena Zaborowska, Ph.D., Identity, Race, Politics, and Migration
● Lukasz Stanek, Ph.D., Polish Architects/Engineers, Diaspora, and Postwar World Order
● Q+A / Discussion
2
5:00: Exhibition and Reception Open to Public with archival materials from Special Collections on display (2nd Floor - Hunt Library)
Hors d'oeuvres and refreshments
5:30: Kacper Kepinski, walkthrough of exhibition with invited guests
6:00: Exhibition Opening Remarks: (2nd Floor - Hunt Library) Introduction: David Hill, Head of Department of Architecture
● Mark Hoversten, Ph.D., FASLA, Dean of the College of Design
● Adam Krzywosądzki, Polish Deputy Chief of Mission ● Peter Nowicki and the Nowicki family members
7:00: The Nowickis and the Exhibition: Past, present, and future: Kacper Kepinski, Curator, National Institute of Architecture and Urban Planning; and Karolina Czeczek, Only if - Architecture
7:20: Concluding Remarks: David Hill and Burak Erdim
Hors d'oeuvres and refreshments
Saturday, September 14
10:00am: Tour of Dorton Arena with Wayne Place