Ann Arbor Polonia Association

AAPA Annual Meeting
2026-05-02 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit)
All AAPA members are warmly invited to the General Meeting. Details and the planned agenda will be sent via email. Location: Ann Arbor District Library Downtown, 3rd Floor, Community Room 1, 343 South Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48104; Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026; Time: 12:30 PM–3:30 PM

Easter Celebration
2026-04-19 18:00 - 20:00
Come and celebrate Easter with us!
Join us after Sunday Mass at Old St. Patrick’s
5671 Whitmore Lake Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
The celebration will begin on Sunday, April 19 between 6:00 and 8:00 PM.
We would love for you to join us!
Please feel free to bring a small dish to share.
All are welcome!

THE SPRING SACRIFICE OF MARZANNA
2026-03-07 14:00 - 15:00
THE SPRING SACRIFICE OF MARZANNA
Release your burdens! They’ll flow downstream with Marzanna!
Artist & graduate student Michelle Cieloszczyk invites folks to reinterpret a thousand-year-old Slavic cultural tradition about Marzanna (the goddess of winter, disease, and death). Together we will release effigies into Willow Pond, accompanied by Polish folk music. The event will be followed by a reception in the Auditorium of the Matthaei Botanical Gardens.
Saturday, March 7, 2026
Procession: 2:00pm
1800 N Dixboro Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Eventbrite Registration
Workshop tickets (sold out)
Procession tickets (available) Procession info

32ND ANN ARBOR POLISH FILM FESTIVAL 2025
2025-11-13 18:00 - 2025-11-16 16:30
The Ann Arbor Polish Film Festival is less than three weeks away! There will be four days of outstanding feature films, jury-selected documentaries and shorts. There’s something for everyone, including a family movie, a book fair, and a very special d/Deaf cinema program.
Seven special guests will be welcomed at the Festival: emerging filmmakers, actors, and a film poster designer, all here to enrich your Festival experience. Don’t miss the Festival Gala on Friday, November 14 at 6 pm, where the AAPFF awards will be presented, and you can meet our guests and reconnect with Festival friends.
The Festival Gala will be followed by a screening of Agnieszka Holland’s Franz Kafka / Franz, winner of the Silver Lion at the Polish Film Festival in Gdynia. Gala tickets, which includes admission to the film, can be purchased now by emailing pcfannarbor@gmail.com or later at the Michigan Theater.
There is still time to join in financial support of the 32nd Ann Arbor Polish Film Festival.
Join us as we celebrate the magic of Polish cinema—see you at the Festival!
Polish Cultural Fund – Ann Arbor
For more info – click here

AAPA Summer Picnic
2025-08-23 14:00 - 18:00
When: Saturday August 23th, from 2:00pm to 6:00 pm
Where: Dexter Huron Metropark’s Central Shed
Admission: Free for active members of AAPA (paid 2025 dues), Others $6/person or $15 for family (of 3+)
Park Entry: Unless you have an annual pass to Metro Parks there is a fee $10 (1 day permit/car) or else you can purchase an Annual Permit to all metro parks

Address: 6535 Huron River Drive, Dexter, MI 48130
Food: Grilled sausage and bottled water included with the admission
Please bring a side dish to share and some extra cash for the gift basket raffle!
Special Attractions: :
Games for Children
Group activities for children of all ages will be organized by Marta Avery, including “Find something in the River” competitions.
If you have some games multiple children could play and want to share games please contact Marta to coordinate.
River Polonia Parade
During the picnic, we are planning to organize a 30-minute raft float (River Polonia Parade) down the Huron River. We plan to float from the bridge in Dexter to the picnic site in Dexter-Huron Metropark. The parade will be led and organized by Wojciech Szeliga .
This short stretch of the river is very calm, without any rapids, and you can participate using any floating device (including an air mattress) . The parade will start at 3:00pm. The starting point is about a 10-minute drive upstream from the picnic site. We can provide transportation for participants, as long as their floating equipment is of an appropriate size. All interested participants are kindly asked to bring their own floating device, as well as flags, scarves, pennants, and other Polish-themed items to highlight the festive character of the parade.
Please note that all participants take part in all the events at their own risk.

Pisanki - Easter Egg Decorating Workshop 2025 - April 12th
2025-04-12 15:00 - 18:00
Dear AAPA Members and Friends,
We are excited to announce another Pisanki (egg decorating) workshop hosted by the Ann Arbor Polonia Association in collaboration with the Polish Language Center of Ann Arbor (Polish School). Join us for a creative and engaging experience where you’ll have the opportunity to learn the art of crafting authentic Pisanki using the wax resist method.
Event Details:

Date and Time: Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 3pm to 6pm.
Location: Polish Language Center of Ann Arbor at Spiritus Sanctus Academy School, 4101 East Joy Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105.

Workshop Highlights:

Instructed by the talented Iwona Jedrzejczak.
Our workshop welcomes participants of all ages, including children (7 years and older) and adults.

Cost:

AAPA and Polish School in Ann Arbor members and associates – $10, children $5
Non-members: $20, children $10.
Interested in becoming an AAPA member? Sign up here.

To purchase the ticket and to sign up, please click here or scan the below QR Code.

31st Ann Arbor Polish Film Festival
2024-10-31 18:00 - 2024-11-03 17:00
Our 31st Ann Arbor Polish Film Festival is fast approaching.
The start is on Thursday, October 31 at the State Theatre with Horror Story, a Halloween-worthy film screening. On Friday, November 1 at 6:30 pm we invite you to an Opening Gala in the historical Michigan Theatre. The reception will be followed by the screening of Kos/Scarborn by Paweł Maślona.
In the Festival program on Saturday and Sunday, November 2 & 3 at the Michigan Theater, you will find jury-selected documentaries and short films, feature films: Święto ognia/Feast of Fire, and Doppelgänger. Sobowtór/Doppelgänger. The Double, as well as a children’s program with Kicia Kocia and O psie, który jeździł koleją, accompanied by a book fair. This year, we will again present a Ukrainian film, Slovo House at the Michigan Theater on Saturday, November 2.
For 31 years, the Festival has been organized with a great participation of the Polish community volunteers and substantial financial contributions from private and institutional sponsors. Without their support, we would not have been able to share with you our love for Polish cinema.
We hope that you will consider joining in financial support of the 31st Ann Arbor Polish Film Festival. For updates on the program and information on how to donate, please visit Ann Arbor Polish Film Festival.
Hope to see you at the Festival!

Tickets:
Opening Gala with Kos screening: $50
General admission to feature films: $15, $10 seniors and students, free for UM Students with valid ID
Children’s program: $10 general admission
Documentary and short film screenings: free admission

🌞 🇵🇱 AAPA 2024 Summer Picnic - You're invited! 🇵🇱 🌭
2024-08-24 15:00 - 18:00
The AAPA Summer Picnic is coming up soon!

August 24th, from 3-6 PM

Dexter-Huron Metropark, Central Picnic Shelter

It’s a Potluck / BYOB event, but the AAPA will provide grilled kielbasa, kaszanka, chleb and soft drinks.

The event is free to members and others are encouraged to join or make a donation of $5 to help cover costs.

(Please note that the Metropark itself also charges a $10 per-car fee.)

For those joining us for the first time, this annual event is popular with folks of all ages.

We will have good food, good conversation, and a raffle. Feel free to bring a ball, frisbee, etc.!

Children often end up wading in the river (so, bring a towel/sandals/swimsuits for kiddos).

We are excited and hope to see you and your family there!

Do Zobaczenia!

Kosciuszko Foundation invitation for an "Evening With Polish Classics"
2024-06-09 17:00 - 19:00
The program will feature works by Polish composers Fryderyk Chopin, Henryk Wieniawski, Pawel Kochanski, Karol Szymanowski, and Juliusz Zarebski.
Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Polish classical music performed by Detroit Symphony Orchestra violinist Adam Stepniewski, violist Hang Su, cellist Jeremy Crosmer; Grand Rapids Symphony Orchestra violinist Joachim Stepniewski; and concert pianists Kazimierz Brzozowski and Tomoko Mack-Brzozowski.
After the concert, meet the musicians in an intimate setting during the wine reception.
General admission- $30
KF Members- $25
Students- $15
Space is limited, so please RSVP and purchase tickets early at:
purchase tickets here
We look forward to seeing you!
Barbara Wisniewski, Co-President
The Kosciuszko Foundation Michigan Chapter

2024 AAPA Picnic, Membership & Elections Meeting update
2024-05-11 13:00 - 17:00
Date: May 11th, new time: 1 pm to 5 pm
Address: Burns Park Shelter, 1300 Baldwin Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (entrance at the corner of Wells & Baldwin, map here)
All are welcome: Members, interested guests, and friends – you don’t have to be a member to attend!
During the meeting, we will elect the AAPA board for the upcoming 2024-25 term; members (those who have paid the annual dues ($35) will be able to vote
If you haven’t yet and would like to become a member, simply send a check to: Ann Arbor Polonia Association, PO Box 130 423, Ann Arbor, MI 48113 or contribute via Zeffy here
You may also make your membership dues payment in person at the meeting. All are invited to become members! You can find more information on our site here
New: after the formal portion, we will have the privilege of hosting a lecture by Dr. Ewa Klekot, Senior Widzinski’s Visiting Fellow at the Copernicus Center for Polish Studies at the University of Michigan. The lecture is titled ‘People from the Porcelain Factory: A Story on Skills in Making from Ćmielów, Poland’.
We’ll provide sausages for grilling and soft drinks. However, the picnic is a POTLUCK & BYOB affair, so please bring a dish to share!
Children are more than welcome to join in the fun.
While seating is available at the shelter, feel free to bring your own camping or portable chairs for more comfort.

Happy Birthday Chopin! with Kazimierz Brzozowski, concert pianist February 23 @ 7:30 pm
2024-02-23 19:30 - 21:30
Happy Birthday Chopin! with Kazimierz Brzozowski, concert pianist

DYŻUR KONSULARNY w listopadzie
2023-11-17 - 2023-11-18
Konsulat Generalny RP w Chicago organizuje DYŻUR KONSULARNY w Hamtramck w dniach 17–18 listopada w Piast Institute: 11633 Joseph Campau Street, Hamtramck, MI 48212.

Na dyżur obowiązują wcześniejsze zapisy telefoniczne. Zapisy będą prowadzone w dniach: 7 i 8 listopada lub do wyczerpania miejsc. W celu dokonania zapisu na dyżur, prosimy dzwonić do naszego Urzędu w wyżej wymienione dni pod numer telefon: (312) 337-8166, wew. 1 w godz. 11.00-14.00 (czasu Detroit).
Podczas dyżuru będzie możliwość złożenia wniosku o wydanie dokumentu paszportowego.

Przed wykonaniem telefonu w sprawie rezerwacji terminu wizyty paszportowej należy:

przygotować dane osobowe (imię nazwisko, numer PESEL lub w przypadku braku numeru PESEL data i miejsce urodzenia),
przygotować dane kontaktowe – numer telefonu,
przygotować dane dotychczas posiadanego polskiego paszportu lub dowodu osobistego;
upewnić się, że:

w przypadku zawarcia związku małżeńskiego w USA, dokonano transkrypcji (rejestracji) amerykańskiego aktu małżeństwa w Polsce. Dopiero po uzyskaniu odpisu polskiego aktu małżeństwa z informacją o nazwisku noszonym po zawarciu małżeństwa można wystąpić o wydanie paszportu na to nazwisko.
w przypadku urodzenia dziecka w USA, dokonano transkrypcji (rejestracji) amerykańskiego aktu urodzenia w Polsce. Dopiero po uzyskaniu odpisu polskiego aktu urodzenia można wystąpić o paszport dla danej osoby.

UWAGA: W przypadku osób dorosłych, które nigdy nie posiadały polskiego paszportu, bądź posiadają nieważny od kilku/kilkunastu/kilkudziesięciu lat polski paszport (bez numeru PESEL) i nie posiadają ważnego polskiego dowodu osobistego, należy zweryfikować czy konieczne jest przeprowadzanie procedury potwierdzenia posiadania obywatelstwa polskiego. W tym celu należy wysłać e mail na adres Wydziału Ruchu Osobowego: chicago.passport-visa@msz.gov.pl z podaniem danych osobowych i paszportowych wymienionych poniżej.

Informacje na temat wymaganych dokumentów do złożenia wniosku o paszport znajdą Państwo na stronie internetowej Konsulatu Generalnego RP w Chicago: https://www.gov.pl/…/sprawy-paszportowe-informacje-ogolne

Opening Gala 30th Ann Arbor Polish Film Festival
2023-11-10 18:30 - 22:00
30th Ann Arbor Polish Film Festival is fast approaching.
There is going to be an Opening Gala on Friday, November 10 at 6:30 pm in the historical Michigan Theatre.
The reception to the sound of a jazz band will be followed by the screening of Zielona granica/Green Border by Agnieszka Holland, introduced by a renowned Polish film critic and special guest Łukasz Maciejewski.
In the Festival program on Saturday and Sunday, November 11 and 12 at the State Theater, you will find jury-selected documentaries and short films, feature films: Filip, Strzępy, and Tata, as well as a children’s program with Kicia Kocia and Dzień czekolady, and a book fair.
For 30 years, the Festival has been organized with a great participation of the Polish community volunteers and substantial financial contributions from private and institutional sponsors. Without their support, PCF (Polish Cultural Fund) would not have been able to share with you their love for Polish cinema.
We hope that you will consider joining in financial support of the anniversary edition of the 30th Ann Arbor Polish Film Festival. For updates on the program and information on how to donate, please visit Ann Arbor Polish Film Festival.
Hope to see you at the Festival!
Films are not rated and are all subtitled in English.
Films represent contemporary trends in Polish cinema and do not reflect views and opinions of the organizers.

Ann Arbor Polish Film Festival 2023
2023-11-10 06:00 - 2023-11-12 19:00
In November 2023, we will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Ann Arbor Polish Film Festival. Polish Cultural Fund welcomes you to the Grand Opening Gala on Friday evening, November 10, to the magnificent Michigan Theatre in Ann Arbor! The reception will be accompanied by a musical performance, poster exhibition, feature film screening and meeting with the special guest of the Festival.
The XXX Festival will be held on November 10-12, 2023 – on Friday at the Michigan Theatre and on Saturday and Sunday at the State Theatre. The rich program of a 3-day festival will include jury-selected documentaries and short films, four new Polish feature films, a children’s program and book fair, and an opportunity to meet with Polish film artists. More info to follow here

2023-10-28 18:30 - 22:00
Serdecznie zapraszamy na od dawna planowany wieczorek poezji polskiej, który odbędzie sie w sobotę 28 października o 6:30 pm. Prosimy o przyniesienie ze sobą ulubionego wiersza lub innego utworu poetyckiego. Ponieważ jest to również Halloween weekend, oprócz wierszy, kostiumy będą mile widziane! (ale nie wymagane). Wieczór w stylu Potluck.

Serdecznie dziękujemy organizatorkom wieczorku Dorocie Poznańskiej oraz Basi Alvarez za pomysł i przygotowanie spotkania.
RSVP (text na telefon):
Dorota Poznańska
Nr tel: (734) 730 – 1430
dorota_karalee@yahoo.com
Kiedy: sobota, 28 października o 6:30 pm
Adres spotkania: 922 Revere St, Canton 48188
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Kiedy wymawiam słowo Przyszłość,
pierwsza sylaba odchodzi już do przeszłości.
Kiedy wymawiam słowo Cisza,
niszczę ja.
Kiedy wymawiam słowo Nic,
stwarzam coś, co nie mieści sie w żadnym niebycie.
Wisława Szymborska

Bonfire/Ognisko September 30, 4 pm
2023-09-30 16:00 - 23:30 | 5210 Bishop Lake Rd, Brighton, Michigan, 48116, 5210 Bishop Lake Rd, Brighton, 48116
Date and Time: Saturday, September 30, 2023, at 4 pm
Location: Brighton Recreational Area, Migizi Cabin (printable directions Migizi-Cabin-at-Brighton-Recreations-Area-directions.pdf
Event Information:

Entry fee: $5 or FREE for members (Membership: $35 per person per year, available for purchase on-site)
We will provide kielbasa and soft drinks, but the Bonfire is a potluck event, so please bring food and drinks to share.
We will also have outdoor games for children to enjoy.
Before the Bonfire, enjoy a leisurely walk around Bishop Lake and the beautiful woods.
If you can contribute firewood or assist with tending the bonfire, your help would be greatly appreciated.
Don’t forget to bring your guitars and other musical instruments; we often break into song around the fire!
Remember to bring flashlights and camp forks and be ready to help with the cleanup before leaving after Ognisko.
If you’re interested in staying overnight in the rustic cabin, please reach out to us at poloniaannarbor@gmail.com.
Attached is a PDF file with a map and directions. Note that the cellular phone connection in the area may be weak, so the map could be helpful.
For directions, you can also click on this link: MIGIZI rustic cabin at the Brighton Recreation Area.

We look forward to sharing this enjoyable evening with you! If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact us.
Do zobaczenia!

AAPA Summer Picnic
2023-08-19 15:00 - 18:00 | 6535 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, 6335 Huron River Dr, Dexter, 48130
August 19th, from 3-6 PM

Dexter-Huron Metropark, Central Picnic Shelter

It’s a Potluck / BYOB event, but the AAPA will provide grilled kielbasa, kaszanka, chleb and soft drinks.

The event is free to members and others are encouraged to join or make a donation of $5 to help cover costs.

(Please note that the Metropark itself also charges a $10 per-car fee.)

For those joining us for the first time, this annual event is popular with folks of all ages.

We will have good food, good conversation, and a raffle. Feel free to bring a ball, frisbee, etc.!

Children often end up wading in the river (so, bring a towel/sandals/swimsuits for kiddos).

We are excited and hope to see you and your family there!

Do Zobaczenia!

Walne Zebranie i Ognisko
2023-05-06 16:00 - 22:00 | 1733 West Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, 1733 West Huron River Drive,, Ann Arbor, 48103
WALNE ZEBRANIE CZŁONKÓW ANN ARBOR POLONIA ASSOCIATION PRZY OGNISKU

Data: 6 maja o godzinie 16:00
Adres: 1733 West Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Dom Marcina Szczepańskiego) Google map
Zapraszamy serdecznie wszystkich członków, zainteresowanych i przyjaciół do wzięcia udziału
Podczas zebrania nastąpi głosowanie na nowy zarząd AAPA – osoby, które opłaciły składkę ($35) będą mogły oddać swój głos
Opłatę można uiścić czekiem na adres: Ann Arbor Polonia Association, PO Box 130 423, Ann Arbor, MI 48113 lub przez Paypal here
Na zebraniu będzie też możliwość uiszczenia corocznej składki. Każdy może być członkiem AAPA – zapraszamy! Więcej informacji znajduje sie here
Na Ognisku zapewniamy kiełbaski i napoje bezalkoholowe, jednak Ognisko jest imprezą typu POTLUCK – prosimy o przyniesienie potraw i napojów do podziału
Dzieci serdecznie widziane!
Prosimy o zostawienie psów w domu
Prosimy o zabranie składanych krzesełek turystycznych
Parking dostępny przy posesji lub u sąsiada obok przy 1717 West Huron Drive.

Zapraszamy na Walne Zebranie Członków Ann Arbor Polonia Association przy OGNISKU – 6 maja 2023 o godzinie 16.
Głównym celem naszej organizacji jest wspieranie polskiej społeczności w Ann Arbor i okolicach. Nie mogliśmy nie zauważyć jaką popularnością cieszyło się jesienne ognisko. Chcąc propagować naszą organizację zmieniamy formułę i zapraszamy wszystkich członków oraz chętnych do zostania częścią naszej społeczności na Walne Zebranie i na OGNISKO.
Zaczniemy od części formalnej – sprawozdania z działalności organizacji oraz głosowania członków AAPA na nowy zarząd. Następnie wszystkich zapraszamy na dalsze rozmowy przy ogniu, kiełbaskach i śpiew z gitarami.
Już teraz prosimy o zarezerwowanie terminu w kalendarzu i zaproszenie znajomych z polskimi korzeniami. Szczegółową agendę doślemy bliżej wydarzenia.
Jeśli chcesz wesprzeć zarząd swoją energią i pomysłami to ZAPRASZAMY – napisz do nas e-mail: poloniaannarbor@gmail.com lub skontaktuj się z którymkolwiek członkiem zarządu, (aktualna lista czlonkow: https://www.annarborpolonia.org/about/).
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You are invited to a FIRED UP annual meeting and bonfire of the Ann Arbor Polonia Association! Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 4pm.
The AAPA aims to support and promote the Polish and Polish American community in Ann Arbor and surrounding area. We are thrilled to see how popular our fall bonfire event has become and we decided to add another bonfire in the spring. We would like to invite all the AAPA members and those who would like to join our organization to a membership meeting AND a bonfire on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 4pm.
We will open the meeting with a formal report on the 2022/23 activities of the organization and conduct the vote by the AAPA members on the new board. This will be followed by continued conversations by the bonfire, grilling of kielbaski (sausages) and singing accompanied by guitars.
Please mark your calendar and invite other AAPA members and sympathizers! We will share the meeting agenda ahead of the meeting. If you are interested in supporting the board with your ideas and energy or even joining the board, you are WELCOME to respond to send us email: poloniaannarbor@gmail.com or reach out to any of the board members. You can find the full board member list: https://www.annarborpolonia.org/about/.

Żeberkowy wieczór u Marcina i Marie
2023-04-29 17:00 - 20:00
The Polish Language Center of Ann Arbor is inviting everyone for a special evening of tasty food and good company to support the school:
You are cordially invited to a special evening at Marcin and Marie’s. Tasty food and good company (that’s YOU:) supporting a great organization (that’s OUR SCHOOL).

Dyżur konsularny w Troy
2023-04-28 08:00 - 2023-04-29 17:00
Konsulat Generalny RP w Chicago organizuje w Troy w stanie Michigan dyżur konsularny
w dniach 28 i 29 kwietnia 2023 r. (piątek-sobota).
Podczas dyżuru konsularnego będzie można złożyć wniosek o paszport oraz wnioski w sprawach prawnych (rejestracja małżeństw, urodzeń, zmiana imienia i nazwiska, poświadczenie podpisu i kopii)
Dyżur odbędzie się w:
American Polish Cultural Center
2975 E. Maple Rd.
Troy, 48083 Michigan
wejście od ulicy Maple Rd.
https://www.gov.pl/web/usa/dyzur-konsularny-w-troy-w-stanie-michigan-w-dniach-28-29-kwietnia-2023-r?fbclid=IwAR2M005kYmAbFzKPGAt2UEo1Qs2es3sQtCFY3vIBan4iGLG7UMfKUmU1hHQ

Polska Msza, Old St. Patrick, 5 pm
2023-04-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Old St. Patrick Church, 5671 Whitmore Lake Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, United States
Następna msza po polsku odbędzie sie 16 kwietnia o godzinie 5:00 pm, w kościele Św. Patryka (Old St. Patrick), Ann Arbor.
Polskie Msze są odprawiane w każdą 3 niedzielę miesiąca, z wyjątkiem letnich miesięcy wakacyjnych. Aktualne daty są umieszczane w St. Patrick Parish Calendar: https://www.stpatricka2.org/parish-calendar.
Informacje związane z zaleceniami parafialnymi można znaleźć na stronie St. Patrick https://www.stpatricka2.org/
Po dalsze informacje prosimy kontaktować się z Barbarą Walkowc: (734) 985-8825

Błogosławieństwo Pokarmów Wielkanocnych
2023-04-08 09:00 - 22:00 | Old St. Patrick Church, 5671 Whitmore Lake Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48105, United States
Błogosławieństwo Pokarmów Wielkanocnych at Old St. Patrick Church
