Dom Polski Working Bee
Join us as we spruce up the inside of our beloved Dom Polski.
We will provide the gear, you provide the elbow grease.
To say thanks, we will even shout you lunch. See you there!
What it means to me to be Polish in New Zealand
We invite youth under 25 years of age (as of April 28th, 2024) to submit art works interpretating ‘What it means to be Polish in NZ’.
Submissions formats (maximum two per person) may take various forms including:
Activities such as music (songs, instrumental performance, original compositions), dance, sonic and performance art, video, drama, mixed media - time limit 3 minutes. Polish and/or English if applicable.
Visual arts such as painting, sculpture, crafts, mixed media. Size guideline is format A2 or smaller. Written forms such as poetry, stories, essays under 300 words. Polish and/or English accepted.
Please register your interest by filling online form https://form.jotform.com/240787350682867 before April 21st 2024. Submit your works either electronically to association@polishcommunity.org.nz or in person at Dom Polski in Newtown by 5pm on April 28th 2024.
If you are unsure about your submission format please email us or call Ela Polaczuk Rombel (027 660 5812) or Andrzej Nowicki (022 328 8064).
All submissions will be displayed, presented or performed at Dom Polski in Newtown at 1:30 pm on Sunday 5th May, 2024.
Every entry will receive a prize at this occasion and will be judged by the Polish Embassy in Wellington. We look forward to seeing your ideas. Good luck / Powodzenia!
Mother's Day Lunch
The PolArt 2025 committee has the perfect treat for your mothers on Mother’s Day. Come along for a delicious lunch that neither you or your mother have to cook! What could be better?!
Commemoration of ANZAC Day & Katyń Massacre
At 10am on 25 April 2024, we will commemorate ANZAC Day and the Katyń massacre with the laying of a wreath, at St Mary of the Angels Church, Wellington.
SlavFest 2024
Come along and experience Slavic & Balkan cultures, food, traditions, music and dance.
Zajączek - Polish Children's Easter party & family workshop
You are inited to the Polish Children’s Easter party and family workshop. There will be egg painting (eggs provided), crafts, games and party food!
Please bring a plate of food to share.
Pilgrimage to Paraparaumu - In Memory of Soviet Deportations
Each year the survivors of the mass deportations of Poles to Siberia and their families gather to pray together in thanksgiving and remembrance at Our Lady of Kapiti Church in Paraparaumu.
Meet & Greet with Oskar Zawada
We have a 'meet and greet' session with Wellington Phoenix Polish footballer Oskar Zawada! We’ve had great interest from kids, youth and their families so please let us know as soon as possible if you’d like to come, so that we can finalise numbers.
This fun session will be at 6pm on Thursday December 7th at The Performance Institute, the Phoenix' training facility at Trentham. Bring your active wear and a water bottle as I’m sure there will be some kicking of the ball! If you are keen to join in, please contact Andrzej Nowicki (022-328-8064) or Edzio Polaczuk (021-959-756). See you there!
Mikołaj
You are invited to join us for our Polish Children’s Christmas Party!
Sunday 3 December 2023
11.00am - 2.00pm
Dom Polski
Please bring a plate to share and a wrapped and clearly named gift for your child to be given out by Mikołaj himself!
There will be face painting , balloon art, fun games, carols, party food and of course, Mikołaj!
Opłatek
We invite you to join us for Opłatek on:
Saturday 2 December 2023
2.00pm
Dom Polski Library
RSVP’s essential to association@polishcommunity.org.nz
Orzel Dance Ensemble Movie Fundraiser - Napoleon
Orzeł Dance Ensemble are hosting a movie fundraiser to raise funds for new costumes. Join us for a screening of “Napoleon” on:
24 November 2023
8pm
Penthouse Cinema, Brooklyn
Tickets are $20 each and include a goody bag.
Click here to book your tickets now!
Wellington Polish Christmas Market
Wellington’s favourite Christmas market and festival! Amazing food, cute stalls, terrific music, dancing, kid’s activities and Father Christmas - what more could you want???
Roman Drecki Obituary
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Roman Drecki. He died at his home on the 9th November 2023.
Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Roman by Fr Alfredo Garcia at St Thomas More Catholic Church, Glenfield, Auckland, on Thursday 16th November at 11am. The Rosary will commence 30 minutes before the Mass.
Święto Niepodległośći
The Polish Association in NZ Inc & SPK invite you and your family to celebrate Święto Niepodległośći. There will be entertainment, quizzes, prizes and refreshments. Entry by donation.
RSVP essential to association@polishcommunity.org.nz
Piotruś Pan
Come along and see the spectacular show, Piotruś Pan, brought to you by Orlęta Dance Ensemble. The wonderful story adapted from Peter Pan, is one not to be missed! Bring your family and friends along for this fun and upbeat performance.
Tickets:
Individual: $20
Family: $60
Children 5 & under: Free
Bookings: orleta@polishcommunity.org.nz
Polish Festival 2023
Food, dance, stalls, music and much, MUCH more!! Come along and experience all that the Polish culture has to offer. This is an event not to be missed!
Father's Day Feast
Piwo, pierogi and so much more!!! Come along for an evening of Polish food, dance, a fully stocked bar, raffles and music. Treat your dad to a wonderful night out! Contact e.rombel@gmail.com for more information or to book tickets.
Polish Association in New Zealand SGM
The Polish Association in New Zealand is holding a Special General Meeting (SGM) to decide the future of the Polish House.
Requiem Mass for Iwona and Igor Drecki
It is with sadness that we inform you of the deaths of respected and loved members of our community, Iwona and Igor Drecki. A Requiem Mass will be held on 10 August.
Zabawa
Come and celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the forming of the Polish Association in New Zealand. Our Zabawa (dine and dance) will feature live band Krakerjack and a Polish Disco. A delicious buffet dinner will be served and our bar will be open for the purchase of alcohol (no BYO). It is set to be a fabulous evening with a theme of white and red, who can come up with the best outfit to fit the theme?
Polish Food Night
Join us at Dom Polski for an evening of learning to cook some favourite Polish foods. Fun, social cooking, with plenty of food to take home with you to enjoy with friends and family.
Dom Polski High Tea
Join the Polish Association for an afternoon high tea at the Dom Polski in Newtown. Connect with old friends and make some new friends over tea and cake.
Polish History Group
The next Polish History Group meeting will feature guest speaker Mark Dunick, History PhD candidate at Victoria University. Mark will present his findings to date and his plans for his research topic entitled: ‘Continental European Migrants to New Zealand in the 1870s’.
Monthly Afternoon Tea
Monthly afternoon tea for Association Members and selected guests. Enjoy a catch up with friends or make some new ones over tea, coffee and cake.