Polish Cultural Society of Indiana

11/02/2026

🇵🇱 Another wonderful spotlight on Polish flavors in Indiana! 🇺🇸

We’re excited to see Gosia’s Rustic Kitchen in Sheridan featured in Indianapolis Monthly! 👏

This story is especially close to our hearts because Gosia’s culinary journey began with preparing delicious homemade Polish food for Polish Cultural Society of Indiana events! ❤️

What started as sharing traditional Polish dishes with our community grew into a catering business and eventually her very own restaurant!

Congratulations, Gosia Malgorzata Maggie Baniak! We’re so proud of you and happy to have been part of your journey!

If you haven’t visited Gosia’s Rustic Kitchen yet, stop by and support this wonderful Polish-owned business! 🇵🇱🥟

After moving from Poland to the United States in 2001, Gosia Baniak eventually landed in Indiana, bringing with her a lifelong love of cooking. She started out cooking for Polish community gatherings, which grew into a catering business built around traditional Polish and Eastern European food, from pierogi to Polish sausage. This year, she parlayed her catering business into a brick-and-mortar restaurant in Sheridan, Gosia’s Rustic Kitchen. https://ow.ly/mBFt510386s

11/01/2026

🕯️🇵🇱 A beautiful Polish tradition of remembrance.

Every November 1st and 2nd, cemeteries across Poland glow with thousands of candles as families gather to honor and remember their loved ones.

For those of us living far from Poland, these days hold a special meaning. Even when we cannot visit the graves of those we love, we carry their memories in our hearts.

We invite you to read this article about All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day in Poland and the traditions that keep us connected to our roots. ❤️

Every 1 November Poland lights millions of candles on its graves. The story of Wszystkich Świętych, Zaduszki, znicze and the Slavic Dziady behind them.

10/28/2026

🇵🇱 Polish flavors are making headlines in Indiana! 🇺🇸

We’re excited to see Gosia’s Rustic Kitchen in Sheridan featured in Explore Indiana’s article, “9 Hidden Polish Spots in Indiana That Taste Exactly Like a Trip to Warsaw!”

From a variety of pierogi to pączki and faworki, Gosia is bringing a delicious taste of Poland to Indiana! 🥟❤️

Congratulations, Gosia! 👏 We love seeing Polish-owned businesses getting the recognition they deserve!

Haven’t been to Gosia’s yet? Gather your family or friends, take a trip to Sheridan, and enjoy some delicious Polish food! Let’s show our support for this wonderful local Polish business! 🇵🇱

Indiana's Polish food trail is ready to turn a regular weekend into a delicious geography lesson.

10/27/2026

What an incredible achievement! Congratulations to the Polish firefighters on their outstanding performance at the World Championships in Las Vegas! 👏

We’re also proud to have two firefighters in our Polish-American community here in Indiana — Maciej Kaszynski, one of our very own PCSI board member, and Sebastian Skowroński!

Thank you to all firefighters for your courage, dedication, and service. You make us proud! 🇵🇱🇺🇸

Poland just won 10 medals at the firefighter world championships in Las Vegas, 6 of them gold. 🇵🇱

The championship ran Oct 19 to 24 at the Plaza Hotel in downtown Las Vegas.

ESPN once called it the toughest two minutes in sports.

Racers wear full turnout gear and air tanks.

They carry a 42-pound hose pack up a five-story tower, hoist another one up by rope, and hammer a 160-pound steel beam.

Then they drag a charged hose and a 175-pound dummy to the finish.

Poland's State Fire Service team took 6 gold, 3 silver and 1 bronze.

Beata Świderska from Wrocław came home with three world titles.

With teammate Martyna Świerczyk, she also set a world record in the women's tandem.

Mateusz Brembor won the individual title for ages 18 to 24.

Poland's fire service summed it up in one word: pride.

Is there a firefighter in your family?

10/15/2026

Join the Polish Cultural Society of Indiana on Sunday, November 15 at 4:30 PM for a warm and welcoming afternoon celebrating Polish heritage, Independence Day, autumn traditions, and community!

Enjoy Polish seasonal specialties, Andrzejki-inspired fun, and activities for children. Bring your favorite fall dish or dessert to share!

Latvian Community Center, Indianapolis

All are welcome! See the flyer for details.

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🍂🇵🇱 Zapraszamy na Jesienne Spotkanie Polonijne!

Spotkajmy się w niedzielę, 15 listopada o godz. 16:30, aby wspólnie uczcić Narodowe Święto Niepodległości, cieszyć się jesienną atmosferą i spędzić czas w polonijnym gronie!

Czekają na nas polskie smaki, andrzejkowe tradycje i atrakcje dla dzieci. Zachęcamy do przyniesienia ulubionej jesiennej potrawy lub deseru na wspólny stół!

Latvian Community Center, Indianapolis

Serdecznie zapraszamy całe rodziny i przyjaciół!

Szczegóły na plakacie.

10/13/2026

A beautiful tradition that connects cultures!

Join our friends from the Ukrainian Society of Indiana for a special workshop exploring traditional European straw ornaments, including the Polish Pająk! 🌾✨

📅 November 7 | Indianapolis Latvian Community Center

See details and registration below!

🔸Join us on November 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM or 1:00PM (EST) at the Indianapolis Latvian Community Center to learn how to create a traditional Ukrainian Pavuk Straw Mobile a beloved European Solstice tradition!

🔸Learn about the ancient history of this intricate geometric decorative ornament, the meaning behind it, and the similarities and differences between Ukrainian Pavuk, Polish Pajak, Latvian Puzurs, Lithuanian Sodas and Finnish Himmeli!

🔸All supplies are included in your ticket - at the end of the 2-hour workshop you will leave with a finished mobile and hanging hardware. We will also provide a recycled box for safe transportation of your mobile. You may also bring your own box as well - best size is one that can fit your head or larger.

🔸There will be tea and light refreshments at the end of each session, as well as time to socialize!

🔸If you are a Ukrainian Society of Indiana member - please check your email with a member discount! Registration is required - check the link in bio!

10/11/2026

Today, the United States remembers a Polish-born commander who gave his life fighting for American independence. 🇵🇱🇺🇸

October 11 is General Pulaski Memorial Day, commemorating Kazimierz Pułaski — known in the United States as Casimir Pulaski — who died in 1779 from wounds suffered during the fighting at Savannah, Georgia. U.S. National Park Service material describes him as the “Father of the American Cavalry.”

Pułaski had already fought in Poland before travelling to America in 1777 to support the revolutionary cause.

Before America, Kazimierz Pułaski had already made his name fighting in Poland. He was one of the leading military figures of the Bar Confederation, the 1768–1772 uprising by Polish nobles against Russian influence and against King Stanisław August Poniatowski, whom the confederates saw as too dependent on St Petersburg.

Pułaski became known for his skill as a cavalry commander and for leading mobile attacks against much larger Russian forces, but after the confederation was defeated he was forced into exile.

That experience in irregular warfare and mounted combat was part of what later made him so valuable to the American cause.

At the Battle of Brandywine, he helped cover the American retreat, and soon afterwards Congress appointed him a brigadier general in command of cavalry. He later organised an independent mounted unit that became known as Pulaski’s Legion.

His final campaign came at Savannah.
On 9 October 1779, during an attempt by American and French forces to retake the city from the British, Pułaski was struck by grapeshot while leading mounted troops. He died from his wounds on 11 October.

His legacy in the United States became enormous.
Towns, counties, roads, monuments and even Fort Pulaski in Georgia bear his name. In 2009, the United States also granted him honorary American citizenship posthumously, an exceptionally rare distinction.

And every 11 October, General Pulaski Memorial Day keeps alive one of the strongest early links between Polish and American history.

A man born in Poland crossed the Atlantic, joined another country’s fight for independence, helped shape its cavalry — and died for that cause at the age of 34.

Did you already know how important Kazimierz Pułaski was to the American Revolution? 🇵🇱🇺🇸

10/10/2026

🎹🇵🇱 CHOPIN IN WINTER – A Special Cultural Event in Chicago!

Our friends at Chopin Theatre in Chicago invite the Polish community to experience Chopin in Winter, a beautiful theatrical production bringing together the music of Fryderyk Chopin and the storytelling of celebrated Chicago author Stuart Dybek.

This Sunday, October 11, at 3 PM, Stuart Dybek, recipient of the prestigious MacArthur “Genius” Fellowship, will join the cast for a special post-show conversation, followed by a light reception.

Performances continue through October 18
Fridays & Saturdays at 7 PM | Sundays at 3 PM

📍 Chopin Theatre, Chicago
🚗 Free parking by Holy Trinity Church

🎟️ Tickets and details: https://chopintheatre.com

A wonderful opportunity to celebrate Polish music, literature, and culture! 🇵🇱❤️

Thank you to Chopin Theatre for sharing this invitation with our community!

10/08/2026

Happy National Pierogi Day! 🥟 🥟 🥟