Polish American Council of Texas (PACT)

10/13/2026

🇵🇱🇺🇦 Join us in Houston for an advance screening of “Ash and Crayons,” a film by Evgeny Afineevsky exploring the resilience of seven Ukrainian children whose lives have been profoundly affected by war.

Combining documentary footage with animation by Ukrainian artists, the film tells stories of childhood, devastating injuries, forced deportations, and hope.

The Consulate General of Poland in Houston joins the Consulate General of Ukraine, fellow consulates, and local Ukrainian organizations in supporting this event and expressing solidarity with Ukraine’s children.

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
📍 River Oaks Theatre, 2009 W Gray St, Houston
🕧 Doors open at 12:30 p.m. | Screening begins at 1:00 p.m.
🎤 Followed by a Q&A with director Evgeny Afineevsky.

🎟️ Reserve your seat:
https://UNWLAHouston118.betterworld.org/events/advanced-screening-ash-crayons

10/07/2026

Mark your calendar, invite your friends, and join us for the 27th Houston Polish Film Festival!
https://forum-polonia-houston.com/?p=56972

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

Join us at our 2026 Annual Meeting on Nov. 14 in Houston, Texas!
Get tickets here: https://bit.ly/4rSMXSL
Get more info here: www.PACTx.org
We look forward to seeing you there!

10/02/2026

Save the date for the next Polish Heritage Center Virtual Program on Ignacy Paderewski: Virtuoso, Philanthrope and Statesman on Thursday, November 12th. Polish Heritage Center

10/01/2026

PACT Annual Meeting 2026 - Thank You to these Sponsors
With sincere thanks to the organizations, businesses, and individuals whose
generous support and sponsorship help make this year’s Annual Meeting possible.

Sponsors:

Diamond - Dr. Steven Brass

Platinum
Consulate General of Poland in Houston
Susan Moczygemba – McKinsey

Gold
Polish Home, Inc.
Progressive Lodge 2336

Bronze
Elaine Mazurek Stephens
Aneta Krozel

There's still time to become a Sponsor and connect with the Polish community all across Texas!

09/28/2026

Just a few more days!

We are pleased to invite you to mark your calendars for a special event at the Polish Heritage Center at Panna Maria on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

Join us as we gather to celebrate the rich history, enduring traditions, and meaningful contributions of Polish-American families in Texas. This will be a wonderful opportunity to connect with our community, explore our shared heritage, and honor the stories that continue to shape Panna Maria.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

09/27/2026