We hope this message finds you well. We wanted to remind you that your membership with the Polish Club is due and we kindly ask that you renew your membership soon.
To renew your membership and make your payment, please click on the following link: Membership Renewal or Cancelation. The link will take you to a page where you can complete your renewal or cancel your membership.
Thank you for your continued support of the Polish Club. We look forward to another year of promoting Polish culture and heritage.
Please note: If you renewed your membership at our annual Christmas Dinner, no further action is needed.
Due to lack of ticket sales the 2023 Oyster Feed has been canceled. For those whom have already purchase tickets, please contact your seller for a full refund.
The first pączki have started to bloom in Poland for Fat Thursday!
To most Polish Americans, Paczki Day means making a ton of Paczki and binge-eating them in the company of family and friends. This day is celebrated before Lent. Since Lent is a time of sacrifice, Paczki were created to use up a household’s supplies of things that the family wouldn’t be able to eat during Lenten fasting. This included lard, sugar, eggs, and more. It was basically a day for people to fill up on all the goodness they’d have to give up for the next month.
In America, Paczki Day is celebrated the day before Ash Wednesday (also known as Fat Tuesday or Mardi Gras). However, in Poland, Paczki were made and purchased the most on Fat Thursday, which is the Thursday before Ash Wednesday. Paczki Day is also celebrated on Fat Thursday in some cultures because it marks the start of the final week before Lent. But either way, a lot of Paczki are made and enjoyed by many Polish people on either day.
This tradition is unique since it dates back to at least the Middle Ages. That means Paczki recipes have been around for a long time. But, just like traditions themselves, the recipes have evolved as time has gone on. Modern versions of paczki are filled with custard or cream, and some are even covered with glaze or sprinkles. Some well-known modern flavors include lemon, Nutella, and strawberry.
In remembrance of our lifetime member of the Polish Club.
Frank cherished his youth while growing up in South Side during the 50’s. Due to the example of his hard working parents he developed a exemplary work ethic. During his Jr. year @ AHS he joined the Naval Reserves and the year after graduation enlisted in the US Navy eventually being honorably discharged. In 1970 he and Rosemarie (Zembal) were married. Their families had been good friends for decades.
After they were married, they lived in Tumwater while working as a laborer for Randich and Sons, Quigg Bros. and Roglin’s. He always gave 100% and was known for his very strong work ethic throughout is career. In 1979 the family, which now included, Frank III, Jennie and Julie, moved to Cosmopolis. At the age of 31 he was diagnosed with MS but continued work. After leaving Randich and Sons, he contracted his own business for two years, encompassing carpentry and concrete work, as much as his health would allow.
When he fully retired and could no longer work, he became a full time, cook, housekeeper, and extremely busy father and volunteer while Rosemarie taught. Frank was a dedicated family man.
He was involved in sports with all three of his kids. For six years he coached his son’s soccer team and was fully involved in both of his daughters’ sporting activities. He followed his kids’ sporting events from grade school through college. Aside from being the best volunteer parent he was also the loudest. Everyone knew when Frank was there!
Frank was a Title 9 spearhead and became instrumental in starting a Girl’s Soccer program @ AHS in Julie’s Sophomore year.
While Frank was still able he and his family spent much time traveling, both with the kids, and later, extensively with Rosemarie. Camping was the highlight of his summer and fall.
He loved his morning coffee times with his buddies @ Captain’s Corner and Swanson’s Cafe. He cherished his neighbors, especially in Walt’s garage.
Frank was a community minded as anyone could be. His volunteerism was beyond reproach. He guided the Cosi Volunteer Fire Assn. during the building of the Denny York Fire Museum, and was proud to have been named as an honorary CFVD member. Wanting to serve his community further he then became a Cosi Councilman. If asked he would never say no to the next volunteer project. While his kids were still attending Cosi Elementary he was honored with the title ‘Volunteer of the Year. Not only did he volunteer his talents to his community but to any friend or organization if asked.
As a lifetime member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and later St. John’s Catholic Church he valued his faith. Although, from time to time he was heard snoring during the sermons even once dropping off into slumber on Sister Maryann’s shoulder seated next to him. As she blurted surprise the congregation reacted in laughter. He always felt very supported by his faith community. Over the years he and his family cooked & served @ Feed the Hungry program.
As we all know Frank was a good man, generous to a fault, was known for his dependability, perseverance, loyalty, humor, a man with no filter, and will always be remembered as at truly unique character. Heaven will not be silent ever again!
The family is very appreciative of the excellent care over the years by Nicole, Sonia, Michael, and Faith, the Harbors Home Health and Hospice nurses. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Drewnorth Foundation Non-Profit, for mental health/ suicide awareness and scholarship fund, 356 Taucher Rd, Onalaska, WA 98570.
This event is for our members and their guests. Contact any trustee for tickets. Event starts with shooters at 5 PM, stew at 5:30 PM and dinner at 6 PM. Members are asked to bring an item for the “WHEEL”. For questions, please email us at aberdeenpolishclub@gmail.com
Trustee Members: Don Norkoski, John Stephens, Frank Majeski, Lucy Machowek, Mike Rajcich, John Kaczmarczyk, Jim Parnell, Ed Kulich, Jeannine Bramstedt, or Phil Kalisch.
RESCHEDULED! Our annual business meeting has been rescheduled for Sunday, February 5th in the Polish Club Dining Hall starting at 1pm. Lunch will be provided.
Please join us for our annual Christmas Dinner on Sunday, December 11. Social Hour 2PM. Dinner 3PM. FREE for members and children under the age of 11. $15 for guests. Santa will arrive shortly after dinner. Remember dues will be collected ($25 for everyone)
Contact Don Norkoski to reserve your seats at (360) 581-5806 or email the Polish Club at aberdeenpolishclub@gmail.com.
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