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SOKÓŁ POLSKIPOLISH FALCONTHE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE POLISH FALCONS OF AMERICA SINCE 1896JUNE 2010, NO. 6WWW.POLISHFALCONS.ORGIn This Issue....Presidentʼs Message....... Page 2Calendar of Events....... Page 9“Wianki”....... Page 15National HeadquartersDedication....... Page 16News from Poland...... Page 24National Golf Tournament...... Page 28Polish Falcons Heritage Collection .... Page 17

MEMBER NEWSA Message FromThe President & CEOTimothy L. Kuzma, President & CEOThis past May I had the privilege to participate in the 50th Commencementof my alma mater, Point Park University (It was Point Park College when Iwas there.) where I was given the honor of representing my graduating classof 1983 during the ceremonies. As you can see from the picture, all of thealumni representing their classes wore a cap and gown and held a sign showingtheir graduating year. 1983? Was that really 27 years ago? I could swear Ijust took my last finals and was getting ready for graduation.As the 50 alumni were preparing to get into position for our march into thearena for this historic commencement, we walked past the graduates of theclass of 2010. Looking into their faces and seeing the joy and enthusiasm fortheir life ahead made me think about my own time as a student and where Iwas headed back then. I also wondered what they thought of us. As eachalumnus walked past the graduates, it kind of felt like we were in a time machine.As each of us walked by the hair turned a little more gray, the wrinklesa little more pronounced. Did the 2010 graduates have a glimpse of their ownfuture and wonder what they would be doing in 5, 10 or even 50 years? As Isat through the ceremonies and watched as each student receive theirdiploma, with family and friends proudly cheering, I couldn't help but thinkback to 1983 and my own hopes and dreams back then and where I amtoday.Life is a matter of choices. I can look back at my life and identify some ofthe choices I made that led me down the path to today. I often wonder if I hadtaken a different path, would things have turned out differently. Could I havepredicted that I would spend 25 of the next 27 years working for the PolishFalcons? Never. But that is the beauty of life. We don’t know if the choice wemake is the right one or not, but at least the choice is ours. It wouldn't be anyfun if we knew the outcome every time. What would be the point? Our Godgivenfree will gives us the ability to determine the life we are going to live. 27years? Sure it's a long time, but there is so much more waiting around thecorner. Now more than ever I look forward to the choices I will be makingdown the road what the future has in store for me.To all the graduates of 2010, high school and college, I wish you all the bestin your future endeavors. These are exciting times and you all have great opportunitiesin front of you. Now all you have to do is take all that knowledgeyou just learned, mix it with some good experience, and you have the recipefor a successful, productive and meaningful life. And it is always good to rememberthe wisdom of our beloved Polish Pope John Paul II. When in Polandduring the Communist oppression he always encouraged his fellow countrymenin their fight for freedom by telling them, “Be not afraid.”Here are some reminders:National Zlot• Don’t forget next month our National Zlot will be held in Washington, D.C.You will be able to get photos and updates from this spectacular event for ourFalcon youth on the National Zlot website. Not only will there be competitionsin track and field, soccer, gymnastics, drills and many other sports, we willalso be visiting many special sites in the nations’s capital. This truly is a greatopportunity for our young members and you can see it all on the website.FORE Golf Outing• Also quickly approaching is the FORE the Charitable Foundation GolfOuting scheduled for July 9. Under the direction of our First Vice PresidentPatricia Del Busse and Physical Education Director Chris Puskar, this year'souting promises to be a fabulous event. Last year with about 50 golfers wewere able to raise $2,000 for the Polish American Congress Charitable Foundation.This year, our goal is to fill the course with 100 golfers. If you can' tgolf with us that day, consider becoming a Hole Sponsor or making a donationfor prizes for the various games during the day.The Polish American Congress Charitable Foundation is a non-profit organizationwhose mission is to provide humanitarian assistance to people inPoland. Many of the donations have been in the form of items such as books,computers, medical supplies, etc., as well as monetary support. The PolishFalcons has been a long-time supporter of the PACCF. The Golf Outing is agreat way to spend and show support for a worthwhile Polish organization.For more information about how you can help with the Charitable Golf Outingin any way, please Druhna Del Busse or Druhna Puskar.PFA Web Site• Keep our eyes on our PFA web site as we continue to make improvementsand enhance the user experience. We have already started using thesite for online registration and payments for events such as the National GolfTournament. You can read and download back issues of the Sokol Polskinewspaper and we continue to add more features.Open House and Heritage Collection• In conclusion, I just want to mention that we had a fabulous Open Houseand Heritage Collection Dedication on May 14. Many members and friendsturned out to tour our new offices and to see the unveiling of the Heritage Collection.While not a full-blown museum, the Heritage Collection is comprehensiveshowcase of the highlights of our organization. It combines our rich pastwith a connection as to who we are as an organization in 2010. I want to acknowledgeand congratulate our Communications Director Dave Motak for hisvision and work in putting together this display. Also, First Vice President DelBusse and Physical Education Director Puskar did a great job organizing thereception for our guests. Finally, I want to thank the staff at National Headquartersand the National Board of Directors for their help and support in makingthis a memorable event for the Polish Falcons. You can read more aboutthe Open House and Heritage Collection on Page 17 of this issue, and thereare even more photos on the web site. And if you are ever in Pittsburgh,please stop in for your own tour of National Headquarters.Czolem!SOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 2

MEMBER NEWSFrom the DeskOf The National First Vice PresidentPatricia Del Busse,First Vice President / Membership ServiceNational Physical Education Director Christine Puskar, President TimKuzma, Polish Consul Dr. Jan Saykiewicz and Vice President Trish DelBusse at the May 14 National Headquarters Dedication.The Members of the Legion of Honor Commanderycame into Pittsburgh in early April to discussthe rules, procedures, application process,LOH kit and issues regarding the Legion of Honor.All but one District was represented and it was avery good meeting; every Member present wasvery engaged and participated. The Memberswere given a brief history of the Legion and wereshown the proper way to wear medals and ribbons.The current rules revisions were discussed;results of the rules that were approved by theBoard of Directors are on pages 6 & 7 of thisissue.The Members of the Gorecki committee visitedour offices on Wednesday, May 12. After enjoyingdinner and introductions, the committee took theirtime choosing this years’ recipients. As is theusual, this was a most difficult task considering thetalent and intelligence of the applicants. The committeeis composed of Dr. Jan NapoleonSaykiewicz, Honorary Consul of the Republic ofPoland, Robert Tierney, Director of Training for theIreland Institute of Pittsburgh, Paul Payerchin, formerSecretary/Treasurer of the National SlovakSociety and also a Minister, Dr. John Wuchenich,retired College Professor and Rebecca Diana, Directorof Sales at Robert Morris University. The recipientschosen and a photo will be published inthe July Sokol. All applicants have received a letterinforming them of the decision of the committee.Two days later, the PFA had a wonderful partyto celebrate our space. Showing off our newhome was quite enjoyable. The initial phase of theheritage collection was completed just in time; it isfabulous! Close to 100 people came to visit andenjoy all the good food we had. There was Polishfood, healthy food and other delectable choicesalong with homemade cookies. Each visitor receiveda chocolate gold coin with our PFA embossedon the front. Members Elizabeth Galluzeand Barbara Krebbel were kindenough to have their company donatehuge strawberries for dunking incaramel, fudge or chocolate. Thechampagne fountain provided winespritzers to those interested. Therewere quite a few of you who camethrough but I would like to thank PattyTofel and Mike Wieczorek who camedown from Erie and Lee Parks and ArtDruzynski from Rochester. Dr. JanNapoleon Saykiewicz complimentedus and encouraged us to continue ourgood work; he is especially impressedwith our activity for our youth Members.Our National Chaplain, FatherJoe led us in prayer and blessed theoffice and all of us present. The localswho attended are also appreciated.Members of the staff worked very hardfor this party serving as hosts with visitors,getting the museum prepared andanything else that needed done. Mypart of the event was the food and party part, specialthanks to Druhna Puskar who helped me withshopping, ordering and displays.The following day, our quarterly Board of Directorsmeeting was held at our office. It is so nice tobe able to meet in our offices, information neededis available quickly. The meeting was lengthy butproductive with discussion on quite a few issuesregarding our Membership.The annual Fraternal Societies of Greater Pittsburghseminar provided by Bruce and De Persiswas held at the Embassy Suites in Pittsburgh onThursday, May 20. The majority of the speakerswere very interesting and informative. My favoritespeakers are usually the ones who discuss theirsocieties. It is always fascinating to me to hearwhat the other fraternals offer and how they operate. I was unable to attend their dinner because Ihad to get back to Green Tree to meet with the Officersfrom the other Polish Fraternals. Officersfrom the PFA-President Kuzma and Vice PresidentsDel Busse and Gorny (his wife, Lori) alongwith the Vice Presidents from the Polish Women’sAlliance Sharon Zago, along with her friend AdelineHolda (who just turned 94), Polish National AllianceVice President Paul Odrobina, Director JoeKaminski, photographer Bob Jadach, Rev. RobertStaszewski and Paul Berghoff shared a pleasantevening over dinner. The following day, the FirstAnnual Inter-Polonia Bowling Tournament began.It was a blast! Scores and other information will bein the July issue of the Sokol Polski. You shouldhave been there!I received a surprise phone call from formerPhysical Director Marian Wesolowski who wastraveling from Florida up to her New York home.Druhna called and asked if I could meet her. Whata wonderful surprise! I hooked up with Marian andher friend, Jane. We shared pizza and great conversation.We discussed upcoming events, madeplans for the summer and laughed about the past.Even though, Druhna is no longer our Physical EducationDirector, she continues to organize fitnessevents for her neighbors.The District Presidents will be coming into Pittsburghthis month to discuss concerns within ourDistricts. If you have any suggestions or concerns,please contact your District President so that yourissues may be discussed. This is a great opportunityfor Districts to share ideas and meet otherMembers.Requests have been sent to our Nests and Districtsregarding the upcoming FORE the CharitableFoundation Golf Outing. The Outing will be held onFriday, July 9 at Scenic Valley Golf Course. Lastyear, we had a great time and I am sure this years’will be every bit as much fun but even a tad better.If you would like to attend, please let me know. Ifyou would like to make a donation, please contactme. The request for hole sponsors is $100 perhole, but as we did last year, if you would like tosplit one with someone else, that works! ThePACCF was very pleased with our donation lastyear and we would like to increase that amount. Itis a very worthy cause.Other than heading to Connecticut for the DistrictV track meet and picnic, June will be a rathercalm month. But that is obviously the calm beforethe storm, this summer will be every bit as activeas previous ones. I am looking forward to seeingmany of you at the FORE golf outing, the zlot, theDistrict VII golf, then the National golf. Maybe bythe end of the summer, I will break 100!Those of you who sent in corrections for the Legionof Honor rosters and other requests will behandled shortly. Thank you for your patience.Our programmer, Bill Anders was in our office toshare the new program he has for the recording ofour scholarship recipients. It is a great improvementand our records will include much more informationwhich will help down the road.Our weather was concerning me recently, I feltlike it was football season again. But finally, thesun is shining and it is that most wonderful time ofyear for all of us to go outside! Plant some flowers,cut some grass, the car always needs washed,maybe some outside painting, whatever!!! Just getoutside and move! There is always badminton, wiffleball, tennis, roller blading, horseshoes, bocce,runs, walks, jogs, enjoy the fresh air! Then, besure to log your activity on your Presidents Fitnesspage.If you have any questions, concerns, suggestions,please contact me at 1-800-535-2071 or vptrish@polishfalcons.org.Czolem,Druhna TrishSOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 3

MEMBER NEWSNational Zlot InformationTentative Schedule of National Zlot EventsWith the National Zlot fast approaching, here is a tentative schedule ofevents for the week. Keep in mind that this may change once I receiveall the registration information or I get word about the White House visit.It is a fully packed schedule. We are taking full advantage of all thatGallaudet and Washington, DC have to offer.The finalized schedule will be posted to the Zlot website as soon as it iscompleted. All participants and their families and anyone who wouldlike to be updated on the events of the week at the Zlot should be sureto register on the website. The website will be updated during thecourse of the week with photos and information on the activities thattake place. So if you are not able to be there, you will be able to getdaily information on what’s happening.Did you know:National ZlotJuly 25 to August 1Gallaudet UniversitySunday, July 25Arrival and registration at Gallaudet UniversityOpening prayer at John Paul II Cultural CenterIce cream socialChaperones meetingInstructors meetingMonday, July 26Opening ceremony practiceDrill competitionOpening CeremonyInstructors meeting• That Washington, DC was not always the name of the capitalof the United States? It was originally called “Federal City.”• George Washington never wanted to name the new capitalWashington out of modesty.• Did you know that the original silver plated cornerstone of theU.S. Capitol, laid by George Washington in 1793, has neverbeen found – not even by modern day metal detectors? No oneknows where it is.• Did you know that the White House has 132 rooms, 35 bathrooms,28 fireplaces, 8 staircases, and 3 elevators? It has atennis court, a jogging track, a swimming pool, a movie theater,and a bowling alley. Maybe we should have the Zlot at theWhite House!No, we will stick to our original plan!The official site of the Polish Falcons of America National Zlot of2010 is Gallaudet University. GU has everything we need rightthere on campus. There are plenty of volleyball courts and soccerfields. There is a newly refurbished track for our track andfield events. There is a 6 lane swimming pool. The best part isthat everything is within walking distance including thedormitories. GU fits us just right! With everything we needwithin walking distance, it should be a great week of fun andcompetition. You can go online to take a look at the campus attheir web site www.gallaudetuniversity.edu.As you prepare for the competition with your Instructors and Instructresses,please be sure to thank them for all they do for theyouth of the Polish Falcons. They spend a lot of time with thechildren in the gym classes. They also spend a lot of time planningthe trips and filling out mounds of paper work that comesfrom me. They are the ones that make all of our Youth eventspossible. A special “Czolem and thank you” goes out to eachand every one of them!Czolem!Druhna Chriscpuskar@polishfalcons.orgTuesday, July 27Soccer competitionSwimming and Gymnastics competitionTwilight tour of Washington, DCInstructors meetingWednesday, July 28Track and Field CompetitionCapitol Building tourPolish Embassy visitDrill competitionInstructors meetingThursday, July 29Track and Field competitionVolleyball competitionInstructors meetingFriday, July 30Track and Field competitionVolleyball competitionInstructors meetingSaturday, July 31Finish any incomplete competitionsMassClosing danceSunday, August 1Check out by 11:00 a.m.Reminder:Donʼt forget to place your orders for theNational Uniform Shirts and Shorts.The order forms are online at theInstructors website:zlot.polishfalcons.org/instr.login.phpSOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 4

MEMBER NEWSFrom The DeskOf Chris PuskarPFA National PhysicalEducation DirectorYouth Bowling TournamentThe scores have all been sent in and the tabulation hasbegun. The trophies are being ordered and getting ready to be sentout to the Nests. Congratulations to all of our bowlers and their Instructorsand Instructresses for another great Youth Bowling event.We had a group of 112 participants from Nests 4, 8, 31, 36, 42, 45,80, 86, 123, 176, 564, and 725. This includes Districts II, IV, V, VI,IX, and XIII. As soon as the scoring is complete, all Nests will receivetheir awards by mail. The scores will also be sent in to theInter Polonia Youth Bowling Tournament also, so keep an eye out tosee if we can win that one for the fourth year in a row! Watch forthe results to be posted in the next Sokol Polski and on the website.Adult COED Softball TournamentNest 79 Southgate, Michigan, has agreed to hostthe 2010 Adult COED Softball Tournament. It willtake place on Saturday, July 17, 2010. In an effort toget more people involved in the tournament, a newplan for this event will be used. All teams will be randomlypicked the day of the tournament and we aremaking it a one pitch tournament (strike=out,ball=walk) and the use of a mat for balls and strikes.This would not require full teams to sign up andallow the players to meet new people. The ruleswould make the games go faster and make thegames more exciting.The entry fee is set at $10 for a one day event.This would include the dinner of hot dogs, hamburgers,and the fixins’ and soft drinks.Below is the hotel information for anyone who is interestedin staying:Holiday Inn SouthgateBanquet and Conference Center17201 Northline RoadSouthgate, MI 48195Phone: 734-283-4400Please forward the accompanying application witha check made payable to the Polish Falcons ofAmerica to:Polish Falcons of AmericaC/O Chris Puskar381 Mansfield AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15220Remember that you don’t need a full team to joinus.We hope to see you there!!!!Name Nest Certificate # Entry Fee123456789102010 Adult COED Softball TournamentTotal EntryPlease enclose the following contact information so that we can reach you with anyquestions we may have.Name: _________________________________________________________Phone: _________________________________________________________Email: _________________________________________________________Please clip and mail to: Polish Falcons of America, C/O Chris Puskar381 Mansfield Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15220SOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 5

LEGION OF HONORPolish Falcons of AmericaLegion of Honor Rules and RegulationsOn Saturday, April 10, 2010, the Polish Falcons of America Legion of HonorCommandery held an important meeting at PFA National Headquarters in Pittsburgh,Pa. The main purpose was to discuss and recommend changes to theLegion of Honor Rules and Regulations. As required by the PFA Constitutionand Bylaws and the Legion of Honor Rules and Regulations, the recommendationswere then presented to the PFA National Board of Directors for final approval.At its regular meeting on May 15, 2010, the Board approved thefollowing changes:• There must be at least three members on the Nest or District Awards Committee.The President of the Nest or District can now serve on the Awards Committee.• Newly-elected District Legion of Honor Commanders now have the right to attendthe Commandery meeting held at the National Convention. They have novote at this meeting.• Legion of Honor Awards can now be presented posthumously. See Awardingthe Legion of Honor Posthumously section.• The voting requirements in the approval process has been changed. See theApproval Process section.• The following sentence was removed from the Procedure for Awards section(Paragraph 3): Also, any office held or activity performed for which remunerationis received should not be considered. The Commandery felt a small stipend forwork done in the Nest should not automatically disqualify a member for a LegionAward.In addition, the Commandery also made significant changes to the Legion ofHonor application. The new rules will go into effect on September 1, 2010. Thenew application forms will be available in August.Czolem,President KuzmaThe Polish Falcons of America, by a resolutionadopted at a Special Convention held on November26th, 27th and 28th, 1925 in the City of Detroit,Michigan, created a meritorious decoration knownas the “Falcon Service Cross.” The members thushonored would form the “Legion of Honor” of thePolish Falcons of America.The purpose of the Falcon Legion of Honor isthe preservation and fostering of the noble ideals,principles, traditions, precepts and customs of theFalcon Order, as defined by its founders and originators.Those members entitled/qualified for thehonor are the deserving men and women who bytheir untiring sacrifice have worked within the Falconsand among Polonia gaining respect and esteem.They have also shown integrity and anunimpeachable character to obtain the finest reputationamongst the Falcon members.Rights and PrivilegesMembers of the Legion of Honor shall receiveall rights and privileges regardless as to whetherthe award was presented by the Nest, District orNational Headquarters.As long as they are benefit members of the PolishFalcons of America, Legion of Honor membershave the right to actively participate at District PlenaryMeetings, and can attend and participate inDistrict or National Conventions as a delegate.Recipients of the Legion of Honor Cross, who arenot benefit members of the Polish Falcons ofAmerica, are entitled to all Falcon Honors, but donot have a vote at meetings or conventions.District Legion of Honor CircleThe purpose of the District Legion of Honor Circleis an association of unity among the LegionMembers; assistance to the District in the applicationof its philosophy and beliefs; elevation of prestige;and promotion of activities associated withthe Falcon Program.Legion of Honor members of individual Nests ina District unite to form a Legion of Honor Circle inthe District. At the Biennial District Convention, Legionof Honor members select among themselvesa Chairperson and Secretary/Treasurer of the Circle.These Officers remain in Office for two years,until the next District Convention. The Legion ofHonor Circle shall hold meetings before or afterDistrict Plenary Meetings. Special Meetings canalso be called by the Chairperson.Legion of Honor CommanderyThe Legion of Honor Commandery is composedof the most worthy members of the Polish Falconsof America who, through their work for the FalconOrder, the Community and the Nation, havegained for themselves the designation of firstamong the best. Their qualities of heart and unimpeachablecharacter led to their being elevated tothis honor.The Commandery is composed of a representativefrom each District Legion of Honor Circle.Each representative shall hold office for a term offour years. Candidates to the Commandery arechosen by the District Legion of Honor Circles atleast one month before the National Convention.The name of the candidate, results of the electionand comments and suggestions are submitted tothe National President. The National Presidentthen submits the names to the Grand Master priorto the National Convention.The Grand Master presents the candidates tothe Legion of Honor Conclave for confirmation.The newly-confirmed Commandery representativesare sworn in by the Grand Master.Meetings of the CommanderyMeetings of the Commandery are called fromtime to time by the Grand Master. The purpose ofthe meeting is to discuss proposals for the Good ofthe Order, approve recommendations for changesto the Legion of Honor rules and regulations.The Commandery shall also meet prior to themeeting of the Conclave at the National Convention.During this meeting, the Commandery meetsto discuss any Legion of Honor business. NewlyelectedCommanders have the right to attend theLegion of Honor Commandery Meeting at the NationalConvention. They shall have no vote at theMeeting.Duties of the Commandery• The Commandery carries out the elevation fromone rank to the next on the recommendation of theNational Administration or the National ConventionDelegates as described in the Section “Procedurefor Awards”.• The Commandery has the authority to take awayan award in the event of any court decision.• The Commandery recommends changes to theinternal rules and regulations for granting awards.• After the adjournment of a meeting of the Commandery,the Grand Master reports to the NationalPresident on the work completed by the Commandery.Any recommendations for changes to the Legionof Honor rules and regulations are presentedto the National President for consideration by theNational Board of Directors.• The Grand Master maintains a list of the Commanderyand of all persons awarded the Legion ofHonor Cross.• An accurate record of decorated persons is keptat National Headquarters, under the supervision ofthe National First Vice President. He/she keepsthe seal of the Commandery.• The Secretary of the Commandery takes andaccurately prepares the minutes of the Commanderyand Conclave meetings. Within 30 days, theSecretary submits copies of these minutes to theGrand Master and the National President. TheSecretary also maintains a list of attendees at theConclave and carries out the assignments directedby the Commandery.• Each member of the Commandery is committedto observe the confidentiality of his office. It is forbiddento announce the candidates that were presentedfor awards or the results of the elections.Commandery VacanciesIn the event of a vacancy on the Commanderydue to resignation, death or expulsion, the DistrictLegion of Honor Circle of that particular District,notified to do so by the National Administration,shall select a new representative to fill the vacancy.The National President or the Grand Masteror any other high ranking National Officer shall administerthe Oath of Office to that representative.In the event of a vacancy in the office of theGrand Master, the Secretary of the Commanderyshall call a meeting of the members of the Commanderyto take place at National Headquarters inPittsburgh. The meeting shall take place within 60days of the date of the vacancy. Travel expensesof the Commandery are covered by NationalHeadquarters.Before this meeting, the District Legion of HonorCircle from where the Grand Master came, shall fillthe vacancy of its representative to the Commandery.This new Commandery representative shalltake part in the meeting in Pittsburgh to select anew Grand Master. The Secretary of the Commanderyconducts the meeting and election. The electionis conducted by secret ballot and thecandidate must receive a majority of votes of theCommandery representatives in attendance to beelected. The National President administers theoath of office to the new Grand Master.ConclaveThe Conclave, the Convention of the Legion ofHonor Members, is called by the Grand Master ofthe Commandery to take place during the NationalConvention of the Polish Falcons of America. Thedate, time and place shall be announced in theSokół Polski at least 30 days before the Convention.The presiding officer of the Conclave is theGrand Master of the Commandery.Every Conclave is strictly secret and may be attendedonly by Legion of Honor Members who foradmittance must present a mandate, identificationcard or wear the Cross.Members of the Legion of Honor attending theConclave and National Convention do so at theirown expense.The Grand Master may appoint Committees beforethe Conclave to handle matters of the Legionof Honor. The Grand Master may also request acontinued on page 7SOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 6

LEGION OF HONORcontinued from page 6member of the Legion of Honor to prepare a briefreport on the current status of the Polish Falconsof America and the Legion of Honor. This couldlead to a discussion stimulating interest in the FalconOrganization. The report should not exceed15 minutes.The Conclave can approve recommendationsfor changes to the Rules and Regulations of theLegion of Honor. These changes are turned overto the National Board of Directors for approval.The changes become binding on every Nest assoon as they are accepted by the National Boardof Directors and announced in the official publicationSokół Polski.Order of Proceedings at the Conclave1 The Grand Master will open the Conclave.2) The Grand Master shall appoint Marshals forthe Conclave.3) The Marshals will confirm that only Legion ofHonor members are present in the room.4) The Secretary of the Commandery reads theminutes of the last Conclave.5) The Grand Master will ask for approval of theCommittees he/she has appointed.6) The Grand Master, Secretary and Members ofthe Commandery will give a report on their activitiessince the last Conclave.7) There will be a report from the appointedCommittees.8) Any organizational matters directed to theCommandery by the National Board of Directors,members of the Legion of Honor or the Legion ofHonor Circles will be presented to the conclavewith recommendations from the Commandery tobe acted upon.9) Names of the individuals selected by the DistrictLegion of Honor Circles as representatives tothe Commandery are presented by the GrandMaster for confirmation by the Commandery.10) After the Conclave confirms the Commandery,the oath of office is administered by theGrand Master. Representatives who are absentshall assume their office after being administeredthe Oath by the National President or by someonedesignated by the National President at a latertime.11) The Grand Master shall conduct the electionfor Grand Master and Secretary of the Commandery.The candidate for each office must be amember of the Commandery. The voting for eachoffice shall be done by secret ballot. The candidatemust receive majority of votes of those in attendanceat the Conclave to be declared thewinner.12) A discussion can be held for the Good of theOrder.13) The Conclave is adjourned.ExpulsionExpulsion of members from the Legion of Honormay come as a consequence of dishonorable actionsrecognized by the Nation’s courts or theConclave, for disrespect of Falcon rules and regulationsor for discreditable conduct which wouldlower the dignity and honor of the Falcon Order.The Conclave in every instance, on the recommendationof the National Administration, conductsan investigation and bases its decision on it.Procedure for AwardsThere are three levels of Legion of HonorAwards: Bronze, Silver and Gold. A period of fivefull years of service must lapse between awards.To be eligible for the Legion of Honor Award, thecandidate must hold the Falcon Bronze, Silverand Gold Star of Merit Awards. These, likewise,have been awarded by National Headquartersupon the recommendation of the Nest, District orNational Organization.Also, a member qualifies for the Legion of HonorCross after at least 18 years of uninterruptedmembership in the Polish Falcons of America.Work in other organizations, whether political orprofessional, cannot be the main consideration.Activities within the Nest are the main criteria forbeing considered for the awarding of the Legion ofHonor or an elevation. Outside activities are andcan be listed for informational purposes.The delegates at a National Convention of thePolish Falcons of America, or a Nest, or a Districtor National Headquarters of the Polish Falcons ofAmerica have the right to recommend a person forthe Legion of Honor Cross. After conducting an investigationand completing the Legion of Honorapplication, the candidates will be presented tothe Commandery for a final decision.Awarding the Legion of Honor PosthumouslyLegion of Honor Awards can be presentedposthumously. There are two criteria:1) The application for the deceased applicantmust have been approved by National Headquartersand the Legion of Honor Commandery priorto the date of death.2) The death of the applicant must occur 60 daysor less before the Awards presentation date.Nest and District ProceduresNests with up to 150 members may presentthree recipients with one being Gold. Nests with151-350 members may present four recipientswith one being Gold. Nests with 351-499 maypresent five recipients with two being Gold. Nestswith more than 500 members may present six recipientswith two being Gold.The Nest/District President will appoint anAwards Committee, of at least three members,who will make a recommendation for candidatesfor the Legion of Honor. The candidate for theAward should not be on the Committee or sign theapplication.The Awards Committee will submit the names ofqualified candidates to the Nest/District President.The recommendations of the Awards Committeeare voted on at a regular meeting of the Nest, orPlenary Meeting of the District. The ExecutiveNest/District Officers, plus the Legion of Honormembers present at the meeting, will vote for themost qualified members.A formal application for the award, containingdetails of Falcon work in the Nest, District or NationalOrganization, must be completed for eachcandidate. A recommendation in the award applicationshall define the broader activities of themember or Officer of the Nest, District or NationalHeadquarters. It should mention in detail the specificactivities in the area of finances, organization,recruitment, or other activities which resulted inimprovement and progress of the Nest, District orNational Headquarters.The application is sent to National Headquarterswhere members of the Executive Committee voteon the applications. If approved, the applicationsand ballots are sent to the Commandery.The Commandery is authorized to seek informationin that particular Nest or District. They mustprotect the confidentiality of the application. TheCommandery makes the final decision of the levelof the award.Approval ProcessVoting for all Legion of Honor Awards is done atfour different levels.1) Nest or District Awards Committee2) Nest or District meeting3) National Headquarters (Executive Committee)4) Legion of Honor CommanderyThe approval of each level is necessary for theapproval of all Legion of Honor Awards.Following are the approval requirements for Legionof Honor Awards:Awards Committee, Nest or District, CommanderyBronze 62%Silver 75%Gold 87%National Headquarters (Executive Committee)All Awards 66%Nest and District AwardsNests and Districts qualified for the Legion ofHonor Cross may apply after a period of: 25 yearsfor the Bronze Cross (after 10 more years), 35years total for the Silver Cross (after 15 moreyears), and 50 years total for the Gold Cross.The Nest or District Standard/Flag is the recipient.This award does not count against the Nestmember count.Special AwardsIt is the right of the National Administration, intime of great historic events in the Falcon Orderas well as historic events of Poland or the UnitedStates, to present to the Commandery additionalcandidates for the Legion of Honor Cross. Wheneverpossible, the Grand Master should be givenadvance notice that the Legion of Honor Cross isgoing to be presented to a distinguished personby the National President. The Grand Master willin turn notify the members of the Commandery.Award CeremoniesThe Award Ceremony is to be conducted strictlyaccording to the Rules and Regulations of the Legionof Honor. The Awards are presented by theNational President of the Falcons, by a persondesignated by him/her or the highest-ranking NationalOfficer or member of the Legion of HonorCommandery attending the affair. If none arepresent, then the Nest President shall present theAwards.The presenter will ask all Legion of Honor membersto rise and remain standing. Starting with theBronze Cross, the presenter will read theDiploma/Certificate and two Legion of HonorMembers will escort the recipient to the podiumafter his or her name is called. Nest Officersshould serve as escorts if no Legion of Honormembers are present. The Silver Cross is thenpresented, followed by the Gold Cross.The Legion of Honor Cross should be worn withthe white portion of the ribbon on top (toward thechin), same as the Polish Flag.When decorating the Standard/Flag of the Nestor District, the Legion of Honor Cross and certificateare placed in a suitable frame for display. TheStandard/Flag is decorated with a ribbon streamerof Bronze, Silver or Gold with lettering stating “Legionof Honor.”An award to a member consists of: The FalconCross of Merit on a Red and White Striped Ribbon,A Diploma/Certificate 10" x 14" in size, AnIdentity Card, and A Lapel Pin.Oath for Members of the CommanderyI, (name) , having been selected to theCommandery of the Cross of Merit of the FalconLegion of Honor, promise on my word of honor touphold the rules and principles of the FalconOrder and to work for the good of the Polish Falcons,so help me God!Oath for Grand Master of the Legionof HonorI, (name) , having been elected the GrandMaster of the Legion of Honor, promise on myword of honor to uphold the rules and principles ofthe Falcon Order, to faithfully perform the duties ofmy office and to do all in my power to promote thePolish Falcons, so help me God!SOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 7

MEMBER NEWSBakeless Bake SaleDonations for April 2010:Memorial Donations:Donations of $10.00Philip Jablonski, Nest 336, in memory of Stanley andEsther JablonskiGeneral DonationsDonations of $25.00Laraine S. Barran, Nest 430Starzynski Scholaship Fund Donations April 2010The Polish Falcons of America wishes to express sincere gratitude to all who have contributedto the Starzynski Scholarship Fund. Your generosity is appreciated by both the organizationand the scholarship recipients alike. It is because of your generosity that we are able to continuethis program.Memorial DonationsDonations of $20.00Donations in memory of Lottie Zaber, Nest 44Maryann Myszkowski, Nest 827Donations of $10.00 or moreDonations in memory of Dolores Gliszczinski,Nest 725: PFA District II Legion of HonorDonations in memory of Michael KottPolish Falconettes, Nest 430Donations in memory Thomas Sadowski,Nest 907: Beth Sadowski, Nest 79Donations in memory of Johann Triska, Nest 74Polish Falconettes, Nest 430Donations in memory of in memory of LottieZaber, Nest 44:Connie Cwiok, Nest 907Cecile Krok, Nest 003Chris Sturek, PFA Nest 44Donations of $5.00 or moreDonations in memory of in memory of LottieZaber, Nest 44:Joan & Bob Beilfuss, Nest 907Judy Delaney, Nest 827Dolores Jaskierski, Nest 827Jane Krzyzanski, Nest 003Mary Kuta, Nest 827Laverne Tawech, Nest 827Sylvia Wiertel, Nest 003General DonationsDonations of $50.00PFA Nest 118Geraldine Rasinski, Nest 42Donations of $25.00Amanda N. Rasinski, Nest 42Physical Education FundDonations - April 2010PLEASE NOTE:In making scholarship donations, pleasemake all checks payable to:PFA/Scholarship Fund.Donations of $10.00Genevieve Borovicka, Nest 97Alice Francis, Nest 967Evelyn Sroka, Nest 430Nancy J. Sroka, Nest 430Donations of $100.00 or more ....Janet Mitros, Nest 80Christine A. Oldham, Nest 430Donations of $50.00 or more ....Deborah J. Minkebige, Nest 336Wlodek Karausz, Nest 946Donations of $25.00 or more ....Charles Samul, Jr., Nest 6Richard P. Versprille, Nest 52James A. Milotz, Nest 79Gretchen Vongrey, Nest 159Andrew R Czachowski, Nest 176Lauren A. Radziminski, Nest 176Bryan A Mikush, Nest 182Jan J. Pisarski, Jr., Nest 182Karen A. Ford, Nest 182Thaddeus S. Kokoski, Nest 182R. Diane Gedymin, Nest 250Patricia Czarnecki, Nest 301Ann M. Kubarek, Nest 430Michele Fleszar Glancy, Nest 430Donations of $20.00 or more ....Cathleen Ballard, Nest 182, in memoryof Thomas KokoskiDonations of $10.00 or more ....Debra Janora, Nest 6James F. Prabucki, Nest 6Jane M. Kazmierczak, Nest 6Patricia E. Nowakowski, Nest 6Cheryl A. Paterni, Nest 8David R. Wasik, Nest 8Guy A. Sokol, Nest 8Joseph Napiecek, Nest 8Joshua A. Senez, Nest 8Marie Federowicz, Nest 8Stephen Visnich, Nest 8David A. Scaife, Nest 36James Corneau, Nest 36Maria Janucik, Nest 36Marta Wlazlo, Nest 36Michael L. Silkoff, Nest 36Charles F Hince, Jr, Nest 41Lori Mennite, Nest 42Mary A. Jensen, Nest 42Stephanie L. Murach, Nest 42Theresa A. Duranczyk, Nest 42Michael Alm, Nest 44Estelle J. Hitzfield, Nest 52Harold W. Versprille, Nest 52Mark A. Eveland, Nest 52Diane L. Impronto, Nest 68Mary Lynn Mc Dade, Nest 68William J Mc Dade, Nest 68Barbara Ellen Harkness, Nest 79David Dutton, Jr., Nest 79Nancy T. Koziatek, Nest 79Robert F. Lesley, Nest 79Susan Seifert, Nest 79Cathy S. Sullivan, Nest 80Chester C. Bentkowski, Nest 80Christopher Michalak, Nest 80Dolores J. Liwosz, Nest 80Kevin A. Reasor, Nest 80Randall A. Wasikowski, Nest 80Thomas M Wierzbinski, Nest 80Lucille S. Lupinski, Nest 81Thomas J. Siedlarz, Nest 81Thaddeus J. Dumala, Nest 86Antoinette Fedorek, Nest 118Dorothy A. Janeski, Nest 118Kathleen A Bartus, Nest 118Mary Ann Pabis, Nest 118Amy Bielski Lanier, Nest 159Charles Z. Wojton, Nest 159Camille Brooks, Nest 176Donald J. Szoszorek, Nest 176Gerald M. Klotz, Nest 176Jennifer R. Russell, Nest 176John Tarallo, Nest 176Renee M. La Londe, Nest 176Thomas P. Dziubinski, Nest 176Judy L. Kempisty, Nest 182Katherine J. Cook, Nest 182Mark A. Guzyk, Nest 182Jane A. Whitmore, Nest 188Amy E. Baker, Nest 247David C. Baker, Nest 247Christopher Pieknik, Nest 276Leonard Drust, Nest 276Mary E. Falso, Nest 301Evelyn Hartman, Nest 318Mark A. Hartman, Nest 318Stanley Krzemienski, Nest 318Stanley J. Orzechowski, Nest 318Victoria Harmon, Nest 318Mary H. Rembold, Nest 336Josephine T. Kott, Nest 430Laraine S Baran, Nest 430Lottie Swietoniowski, Nest 430David Fenlock, Nest 449Emily M. Darkowski, Nest 449Stanley E. Darkowski, Nest 449Yvonne A. Wilkinson, Nest 449Abraham Wondergem, Nest 564Albert F Lawrence, Nest 564Amy E. Vicsik, Nest 564Ann Spevak, Nest 564Arlene L Lewis, Nest 564Carrie A. Stec, Nest 564Christopher Barth, Nest 564Delena Ware, Nest 564Garry C Hale, Nest 564John T. Smith, Sr., Nest 564Lynda S Novreske, Nest 564Mary E. Smith, Nest 564Paige Danielle Bernacchi, Nest 564Thomas C Keagle, Sr, Nest 564Thomas P Lewis, Jr, Nest 564Tina L. Esposita, Nest 564Virginia L. Dickson, Nest 564Garret S Mierzejewski, Nest 580John M. Roviaro, Nest 580Mark G. Bodnar, Nest 580Paul M Baumann, Jr, Nest 580Robert F Lamb, Jr, Nest 580Anna Rachel Cherryakova, Nest 725Chester Paciura, Nest 725Joseph E. Rajchel, Nest 725Joyce M. Rajchel, Nest 725Lynn Ann Zlindra, Nest 725Raymond P. Zareczny, Jr., Nest 725Adrian Wojas, Nest 946Andrzej Pakosz, Nest 946Andy Terepka, Nest 946Danuta Pakosz, Nest 946Edward Jasnosz, Nest 946Elzbieta Staroszczuk, Nest 946Frank Grodzki, Nest 946Joseph Legendziewicz, Nest 946Kazia Legendziewicz, Nest 946Marian Drozd, Nest 946Patrick D Urbanowicz, Nest 946Regina A. Grodzki, Nest 946Wladyslaw Kulak, Nest 946Donation of Less Than $10.00 ....David M Radka, Nest 6Donald P. Witkowski, Nest 6Rebecca Miller, Nest 6Bradley T Buerkle, Nest 8Brandon J Buerkle, Nest 8Christoper M Stroz, Nest 8Claire M. Milinski, Nest 8Daniel J. Seiler, Nest 8Edward Malanowski, Jr., Nest 8Emily J. Milinski, Nest 8Joseph J. Napiecek, Nest 8Michael M. Dawida, Nest 8Randy J. Mocello, Nest 8Richard J. Bobrzynski, Nest 8Ronald S. Strzelecki, Nest 8Darryl H Hine, Nest 36Elizabeth Hine, Nest 36Kaitlyn A. Zennis, Nest 36Kathryn E. Hine, Nest 36Kyle C. Hine, Nest 36William F. Farnham, Nest 36continued on page 22SOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 11

MEMBER NEWSFALCON MILESTONESBowling Tournament UpdateGreetings Falcon Bowlers,Proud ScoutAustin Bradley of Nest 31 in Detroit, Michigan, has competedin the Cub Scouts Pinewood derby the last 2 years. Whilemaking the cars form a block of wood, he has come up withthe designs and color for his cars. In the 2008-2009 competition,Austin finished in 3rd place. Austin made a truck for the2009-2010 District competition where he finished third out of18 other children in his division.Druhna Laurie Lidak Inducted into theLawrence County, Pennsylvania Hallof FameThe Polish Falcons of America would like to recognizeDruhna Laurie Lidak of Nest 146 in New Castle, PA, on herrecent induction into the Lawrence County Hall of Fame.Her active participation in the Tri-County Softball League,and her various other accomplishments, including the“Lawrence County Softball Queen,” and leading her highschool softball team to three straight ALAW National Tournaments,is extremely impressive. Laurie devotes her time tovolunteer organizations such as the Heart Association,March of Dimes, Relay for Life and Animal Shelters, on topof her work for the Falcons. Congratulations Laurie!Celebrations in DetroitNest 31 in Detroit, Michigan, hosted the District XIII meetingand the District XIII Easter Dinner at Julianno’s Restauranton April 17, 2010. At this meeting, the members were informedthat the plans were finalized for the Annual Legion ofHonor Mass at Orchard Lake St. Mary’s on June 6 at 11a.m. Following mass there will be a lunch, and then a DistrictLadies Commission meeting, a Legion of Honor meetingand finally a District meeting. The Easter dinner hadrepresentation of approximately 50 members from Nests 31,79, 86, 124, 652, 959, and 972. The participants wereserved a delicious meal, after which there was a raffle ofitems to benefit the District XIII ladies commission. Thankyou to all the members that were able to attend this eventand to Catherine Smith and Alexandria Smith for coordinatingthis function.Community Work RecognizedDruh Louis Mitlyng of Nest 124 was recenetly interviewed bySaginaw News regarding his task of replanting what he refersto as Saginaw’s “urban forest.” Louis and his wife, DruhnaLinda Mitlyng Recording Secretary for Nest 124 founded thenonprofit “Trees for the Tri-Cities” two years ago, and havebeen successful in planting 66 trees around Saginaw. Theyplan on putting another 65 in the ground this season.The results are in and hopefully everyone is rested from the NationalBowling Tournament. We thank the members of District I and Nest 946 fortheir hospitality during the tournament. I realize that we had a few issueswith the lack of shuttle buses for the bowlers on Friday and Saturdayevening but it is appreciated that each of the bowlers made an effort to patronizethe Polanka sometime during our visit in New Jersey.Congratulations to the winners . In the Team event the winners areRomax Farms II representing Nest 123 consisting of Teri Stanopowicz, RonStanopowicz, Mike Moskalczyk and Rich Gaerttner. In the Doubles eventthe winners are Scott Kaveney and Gerard Kaminski also of Nest 123.Ladies singles was won by Jody Harmacinski of Nest 4 and the Men’s Singleswas won by Lee Shoaf of Nest 147. All events was won by MikeMoskalczyk of Nest 123.A complete list of winners can be found on the Polish Falcons of Americaweb site:We look forward to the 2011 tournament to be hosted in Chicago. TheMembers of Nest 907 are already planning for our visit to their city.As always if you have any comments regarding the tournament pleasefeel free to contact me either at home or at my work phone and I will gladlytry to resolve whatever issue you may have with the tournament.Czolem,Druhna Janet KnauberBowling Manager586-979-499The top three places of the Team Event are:1. Romax Farms II (123) – Captained by Teri StanopiewcizTotal: 29062. Steel City 8 (8) – Captained by Don AdamiakTotal 28973. Here-4-Beer (123) – Captained by Dave AndrychowskiTotal 2873The top three places of the Doubles are:1. Scot Kaveney and Gerard Kaminski Score: 15122. Paul Stroz and George Stroz Score: 15013. Patsy Piscitella and Bill Sniezek Score: 1496The top three places of the Ladies Singles are:1. Jody Harmacinski Score: 7922. Rachel Roberts Score: 7723. Kathy Gozdiewicz Score: 736The top three places of the Men’s Singles are:1. Lee Shoaf Score: 8092. Kevin Czachowski Score: 7813 . Steve Bank Score: 780The top three places of All Events are:1. Mike Moskalczyk Score: 23752. Adam Anton Score: 23293. Scott Kaveney Score: 2303A list of prizes and a complete list of National Bowling Tournamentresults can be found on the PFA web site at:http://www.polishfalcons.org/activities/2010bowlingresults.htmlSOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 12

MEMBER NEWS'June-Know' That AlaskaHas Falcons??Well, maybe not in Juneau, but our great Falcon nation extends intoAlaska, Hawaii and even Canada. Yes, many PFA members reside andraise their families in each of the 'fifty' stars of our American flag. Our hopeis that these members continue the Polish traditions, show their Polishpride that they brought from their home nests into their local communitiesand churches.Secondly, our hope is that as their families grow, so grows the interest inPolish Falcons insurances and annuities.Just think, if there are '25 or more' Falcon members in an area, a newNest could be in your future. Contact PFA NationalHeadquarters for all member information and let's read your stories in ourSokol Polski.As this edition goes to press and mailing, we find ourselves starting 'Czerwiec/June'and its summer days.Our personal calendars are filled with graduations, weddings and othercelebrations . Our Nest 118 has joined with the other Nests of District IV,students of Upper St. Clair High School and other local fraternals to sponsora "Baby Shower"-- a Join Hands Day event to benefit Global Links/Mother and Baby Program. All were asked to bring baby/infant items --cloth diapers, lotions, blankets, clothes and even monetary donations toPFA Nest 8 on Sunday, June 6. These efforts were co-ordinated to bringbasic necessities to help thousands of women deliver their babies safelyeach year. What a great idea, with great results!As we celebrate 'new life' at the District IV Baby Shower, lest we forgetthe American veterans who survived and themany who lost their lives on D-DAY, June 6. May we carry on the hallowedmemories through FLAG DAY, June 14. Pray for them all and always'pause for the Pledge' daily! Let us honor our fathers, grandfathersand 'soon-to-be' fathers six days later May these men be loved and blessedon FATHER'S DAY, June 20.Our Nest 118 will remember Flag Day at its monthly meeting, Monday,June 14, 7:00 p.m. at the Nest 8 location.We hope that all attending will show their patriotism by wearing 'red, whiteand blue' and bring a favorite 'June picnic dish'to share after the meeting. The agenda will have details of our 100th AnniversaryBanquet, so please mark your calendars to attend.Let us keep in our prayers all those '96' of Poland, who perished in thefateful airline crash on their way to the KatynMemorial on April 10, 2010, may they rest in peace!!May God bless all Falcons-- in all 50 states and Canada. Let me hearabout your 'great days of celebration, 'great observances' throughout ourFalcon nation at my 'new' e-mail address nancy4vp@yahoo.com or calll412-481-0681.May the summer's sun bring God's warmth and grace to everyone as Ibid you peace -- and as always'in God we trust'.CzolemDruhna Nancy Marcuson-CapozoliPFA Nest 118 Vice-President / Nest CorrespondentPRIVACY POLICY STATEMENT — POLISH FALCONS OF AMERICAPrivacy – Personal Financialand Medical InformationProtecting the privacy of your personalfinancial and medical information has alwaysbeen and will continue to be a matterof top priority for us. When used in this notice,the following terms have the meaningshown.* Public Information means informationthat is lawfully available to the general publicfrom: Federal, State or local governmentrecords; widely distributed media; or, disclosuresto the general public that are required tobe made by Federal, State or local law.* Non-Public Information means personallyidentifiable financial and medical information.It also means any list, description orother grouping of individuals, and publiclyavailable information pertaining to them,that is derived from any personally identifiableinformation that is not publicly available.* Consumer Reporting Agency means anentity which regularly provides reports(Consumer Reports) including informationregarding an individual’s: general reputation,character, personal characteristics or modeof living and financial status. The informationmay be obtained through interviewswith the individual or third parties, such asthe individual’s: business associates, familymembers, friends, neighbors, acquaintancesor financial sources.We obtain information about you fromthe following sources:* information that you provided to us in anapplication or other form;* information about your transactions withus (such as premium payments, loans,claims, etc.), or others; and* information that we may receive from aConsumer Reporting Agency.We will not disclose any personal, nonpublicinformation about you to anyone, exceptas permitted or required by law. We willnot disclose personal medical informationabout you, except as permitted by law or asyou may authorize.We restrict access to your personal, insuranceand medical information to those ofour employees who need to know that informationin order to provide insurance or serviceto you. We are, and will continue to be,vigilant in the safeguarding of your personalfinancial and medical information. We maintainphysical, electronic and procedural safeguardsto comply with Federal and Stateregulations regarding the safeguarding ofnon-public information.It is our sincere desire to maintain complete,accurate and up-to-date records. Youmay contact us at the address to the left, toaccess, as provided by law, information includedin your file. We will promptly correctany error in our information. To protect yourprivacy, you will need to identify yourself byproviding us with your name, date of birthand social security number.SOKÓŁ POLSKIPOLISH FALCONJUNE 2010 NO. 6OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE POLISH FALCONS OF AMERICA SINCE 1896DAVID J. MOTAK —EDITOR, GRAPHIC DESIGNPublished Monthly By The Polish Falcons of America381 Mansfield Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15220-2751www.polishfalcons.orgSent to all premium paying members without charge.Postmaster — Send address changes to: Sokol Polski381 Mansfield Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15220-2751Telephone: (412) 922-2244, Toll Free: 1-800-535-2071FAX: (412) 922-5029E-mail: communications@polishfalcons.orgPeriodicals PostagePaid In Pittsburgh, PAUSP 500-640SOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 13

MEMBER NEWSNest 725 - Turning Out The SupportIt was quite the busy April and early May forNest 725. Meeting the many challenges of amulti-faceted Nest, we maintained a rigorousclass schedule including regular physical educationclasses and the preparation of those childrenattending this years national Zlot, alongwith holding a neighborhood cleanup on April24th, raising local Nest awareness. Although,due to weather conditions, the turnout wassomewhat smaller than last year, it was still anenthusiastic bunch that helped with the cleanup.(Photo top right. From Left to Right: MeaganWortz, Anna Borek, Shannon Borek, AndruBorek and Colin Kernan.)Elsewhere in this edition you may read of thescholarship award winners. We just want to givea special "shout out" to the two winners in Nest725, Katie Swoverland and DomoniqueLangston. Way to go you two! It just goes toshow you what can be accomplished with hardwork, effort and dedication to a goal.Our adults did more than their fair share duringthis time as well, helping with all the classes,and turning out 10 people who traveled toChicago to attend the District II Technical Meetingas well as the District II April 17th PlenaryMeeting. The "fun" didn't end there however, aswe all attended Nest 907's: 75th AnniversaryCelebration. And what a celebration it was! Itwas a great time had by all, getting together withthe other Nests from District II in attendance.Nest 725 would like to, once again, congratulateNest 907 on their anniversary and for extendingto us their generous hospitality during their celebration.It was quite the party! Sometimes theysay a picture is worth a thousand words, wellplease check out all of our pics at: www.pfanest725.organd you will be able to see for yourself.By the time you read this, we will also have aspecial little youtube video on our site of the NieZiemi being performed later that night... let's justsay it may be worth more than a thousandwords, or not, but it will certainly be worth alaugh or two! (Anniversary photos: Second photoon the right: George Wortz, Jacob Fix, Jerry Fix,Shannon Borek, Chris Borek, Audrey Fix,Suzanne Zareczny, Sandra Abendroth. Thirdphoto on the right: Webmaster Bill and SuzanneZareczny.)On May 1st, The adults and youth got togetherto fill a bus full load of people all dressedin costume to attend the Polish Constitution DayParade near Chicago's lakefront. We met upwith District II (who provided the float) and had awonderful time exchanging stories (some in Polish)with the many hundreds and perhaps thousandswho turned out for thisevent. If you are ever near theChicago area during the time ofthis event, you should certainlycheck it out. Looking out overthe crowds and seeing the incredibledisplay of costumingand pageantry is truly somethingnot to be missed. Special thanksgo to our Nest 725 President;Druhna Marian E. Hansen forher extraordinary efforts in organization,costuming and leadership.She even got the paradecrowd all fired up during ourmarch! Please check out thepictures on our website. Chicago participantsfeatured in the photo above are: Isaiah Urban(standing in Krakowiak costume), Front row:George Wortz, Skylar Smith, Aleesia Lucas,Alexa Md Shahrin, Loida Wood, Marian E.Hansen, Back row: Suzanne Zareczny, DeanneHassman, Brittany Urban, Audrey Fix, GerodPampusch, Alexis Lucas, Cheyenne Langston,Jessa Wood, Karen Urban, Breanne Hassmanand Lisa Wood. Also in attendance but not pictured:Jenny Toth, Jadeyn Toth, Skylar Smithand Rhonda Garriott.Finally a good way to wrap up this article is bywriting about something that seems to come naturalto our organization: Bowling! Yes, on May4th, our kids participated in the NationalFalcon Youth Bowling Tournament.(photo bottome right.)We have even more pictures ofthat event on our website as well. Itwill be interesting to see how our kidsdo this year. Most importantly,though, is that they had a lot of funand it was a nice little break in classbefore getting back down to trainingfor the National Zlot. Those who participated(names not in order) include:Andru Borek, George Wortz,Shannon Borek, Anna Borek, SkylarSmith, Jadeyn Toth, Floyd Taylor,Alexa Md Shahrin, CheyenneLangston, Ashley Higgins, Tristin Agbuis,Anna Racheal Chenyakova-Itskovich, ColinKernan, Faith Finch, Audrey Fix, SuzanneZareczny, Jessa Wood, Lisa Wood, AnthonyBorek, Deanne Hassman, Domonique Langston,Katie Swoverland, Breanne Hassman andAlyssa Bielicki.Until next month...Czolem,Druh William Bielicki(Webmaster Bill)SOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 14

MEMBER NEWSNational HeadquartersDedicationand Open HouseFirst Vice President Trish Del Busseand President Timothy Kuzma sharea quite moment before guests arrive.by Sarah M. WeyandOn Friday, May 14, Falcons Members, invitedguests and friends had the opportunity to help formallydedicate the new Headquarters and share in the unveilingof the Heritage Collection.The Open House began at 1:00 p.m. in the afternoonin Green Tree, Pennsylvania. The NationalBoard of Directors was present and mingled with over100 Members who came from as far as New Yorkstate and Indiana.Many Members expressed how much their Falconmembership meant to them. “If it weren’t for the FalconsI wouldn’t be here,” Arthur Druzynski explains,“My parents met at the Falcons, and it has alwaysbeen a major part of my life.”“My grandmother came to the United States as ababy, and the Polish culture was always a very largepart of her life,” Shirley Ritchie – a Falcon member forover 50 years – said, “The Heritage Collection remindsme of stories she used to tell me, as well as myown Falcon experience.”continued on page 235123647 81) President Kuzma addresses guests;2) National Chaplain Rev. Cannon Joseph Sredzinski deliversthe invocation;3) As PFA Board Members look on, Dr. Jan Saykiewicz, HonoraryConsul of the Republic of Poland delivers remarks at theceremony;4) Assisting with the event were student interns with the PFA Departmentof Communications, Jennifer Miklosko, Duncan Falkand Sarah Weyand.5) Student Intern Duncan Falkand Communications AssistantGreg Gushard preparefinal touches on the PFA documentary film in the Falcons Electronic Archive;6) Aurelia Parks, from Rochester, New York, discusses the Heritage Collectionwith Jane Pelcharski of Pittsburgh.7) Over 100 guests visited the National Headquarters during the six-hour openhouse.8) Veronica and Jerry Kochinski view the PFA documentary in the FalconsElectronic Archive.SOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 16

MEMBER NEWSThe Polish Falcons of AmericaHeritage Collection12The formal dedication ofthe Polish Falcons ofAmerica headquarterson May 14, also providedthe opportunity tounveil the newly created Polish Falcons of America Heritage Collection, an exhibition ofartifacts from the history of the American Falcons movement. Consisting of memorabiliaand photographs, the collection is exhibited in several theme areas reflecting the missionand main thrust areas of the Polish Falcons: Physical Fitness, Falcon Identity andFraternalism, Patriotism and Polish Heritage. The exhibition includes examples of historicFalcons uniforms, representing the late 1890s up until the present, military uniformsfrom World Wars I and II, memorabilia from Nest drum and bugle corps and samples ofPolish folk costumes, both those created by Falcon mothers over the years as well asexamples of handcrafted costumes from Poland.One of the most impressive features of the Heritage Collection is a large illuminatedphotograph of District Instructors from 1933 in front of which is a dramatic display of numerousathletic trophies won by Falcons over the past 120 years.An additional feature is the glass enclosed Polish Falcons of America ElectronicArchive, in which visitors are able to view a documentary on the Polish Falcons of Americaand other related films, including segments of old vintage films recently restored bythe Falcons.The exhibition was designed and executed by David Motak, Director of Communicationsfor the Polish Falcons. “In developing the exhibition, ” Motak notes, “ space limitationsforced us to be selective. There are so many wonderful artifacts and vintage photos thatcontinued on page 23For a complete “virtual tour” of the Heritage Collection, please visit the PFAweb site at: www.polishfalcons.org/heritagecollection/virtualtour.html3The Heritage Collection displaysinclude:1) Physical Culture;2) Falcons visits to Poland in the1920s and 1930s;3) Historic Falcons Uniforms;4) A bronze bust of PFA patronTadeusz Kosciuszko and beautifullyhand embroidered PolishEagles and Falcon emblems;5) A striking Polish Heritagedisplay (only a fragment is shown);6) A “bulawa” or drum major’sbaton;7) Falcons drum and bugle corpsand National Zlots;8) A dramatic back-lighted photowith the PFA motto and athletictrophies.845 6 7SOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 17

MEMBER NEWSNest 163 Celebrates CentennialAnniversary2On Saturday, October 17, 2009,Polish Falcons Nest 163 of Mocanaqua,Pa celebrated their 100thAnniversary with a mass held at St.Mary’s Church followed by a dinnerreception held at their club socialhall.The co-celebrants of the masswere the Polish Falcons of AmericaNational Chaplain, Rev. JosephSredzinski, joined by DeaconThomas Cesarini. The mass was avery beautiful celebration completewith Polish hymns and prayers.After the conclusion of mass, guestsjoined at the social hall of Nest 163for the Centennial Anniversary Celebration. Joiningthe celebration from the Polish Falcons Nationalheadquarters was the National President,Timothy Kuzma.During the celebration, a legislative citationwas presented to Nest President, Eric Kubasek,by State Representative, Karen Boback in honorof their 100th Anniversary. Polish Falcons NationalPresident, Timothy Kuzma, presented aGold Legion of Honor Award to past District VIINational Director and current Nest Financial Secretary,Thomas Washington Sr. The last time aLegion of Honor award was presented at Nest163 was by past Polish Falcons National President,Dr. Theophil A. Starzynski.A buffet style meal was served and entertainmentwas provided by the Polka band, JoeStanky and the Cadets.A wonderful time was had by all in attendance.The celebration was a real first class affair, and atrue honor to be part of.A special Thank You goes out to the Officers,Directors, full Members and others who helpedmake this event possible.Another special Thank You goes out to all thepatrons and sponsors for the Centennial Anniversaryprogram booklet. Without your generosityand Polish fraternalism, this event would nothave been such a success.Czolem,Druh Eric KubasekPresident, Nest 163134Photos clockwise from top: 1) Former District VIINational Director and current Nest Financial Secretary,Thomas Washington Sr. received the Gold Legion ofHonor Award; 2) Nest Members enjoy the evening;3) Two young ladies enjoy the celebration.4) The Nest 163 was bedecked in red and white tocelebrate the special occasion.President Kuzma delivers addressat ʻTrzeci Majʼ CelebrationPresident Kuzma enjoys an introductionby Canon Joseph Sredzinski.The annual celebration of the Polish Constitutionof May 3, 1791 conducted by thePolish Heritage Club of Uniontown, PA wasenhanced with a presentation made by theNational President of the Polish Falcons ofAmerica, Druh Prezes Timothy Kuzma.Officers and members of the Uniontown,PA Club gathered with friends and interestedindividuals of the Fayette County Polonia inSt. Joseph Church, Uniontown, for both aReligious segment and socio-cultural segmentof the annual event. Club Chaplain theRev. Canon Joseph Sredzinski welcomed allin Polish and English, then Pani DorotaOyszkoska read from Scriptures and Rev.Doctor Lawrence Hoppe delivered a wellprepared bi-lingual homily citing the immediateand far reaching effects of the Polishdocument promulgated by the Sejm andKing Pionatowski on May 3rd, 1771. Arosary walk included Marian hymns anddecades of the rosary prayed in Polish andEnglish. Benediction of the Most BlessedSacrament concluded the Religious segment.Participants then descended to thelower level of the parish facility for a varietyof food items and an enthusiastic and affirmingspeech by PFA National President DruhKuzma. Accordionist Tom Lipchinsky addedto the event accompanying those enjoyingPolish folk melodies lead by Canon Sredzinski.This event is sponsored annually by thePolish Heritage Club and in various Polish-American parishes in the Fayette CountyPolonia attracting more and more participantsannually. Pani Helena Sobek servesas club President.The annual Third of May Constitution celebration in Uniontownattracted clergy, lay people and children in Polish attire, with aspecial tribute to the Queen of Poland and Polonia.Submitted by Rev. Joseph SredzinskiSOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 18

MEMBER NEWSMeet OurCommunications InternsThe Polish Falcons of America are pleased to introduce two new Internsin the Department of Communications. These new additions will bespending part of their summer helping Dave and Greg with various weband electronic communications projects. Welcome Jenn and Duncan!Jennifer MikloskoDuncan FalkJennifer Miklosko is the Graphic Design Intern atPolish Falcons of America. She is currently a junior atDuquesne University with a major in Digital Media Arts, aswell as a minor in Journalism. She went to high school atFranklin Regional in Murrysville, Pennsylvania. Jennifer alwayshad an interest in computers and was fascinated bythem since she was five years old. She started using programs,such as Adobe Photoshop, to play around with designingat the age of 13.Jennifer discovered her true interest in graphic designwhen she joined the Yearbook Staff as a junior in HighSchool. She started off as an Editor for the Student Lifesection, then advanced to Editor-In-Chief her senior year.Her dedication and passion towards the yearbook earnedit an award in 2008 for the design and layout. Jennifer wasalso apart of the Newspaper Staff as a writer and layoutdesigner.Aside from designing, Jennifer enjoys spending time withfamily and friends, shopping, watching CSI televisionshows, reading and snowboarding. In the future, Jenniferplans to graduate from Duquesne University in 2012 andhopes to work as a graphic designer for an ad agency oras a designer for web sites. Her dream job is to designand write for a popular woman’s magazine such as Glamouror Cosmopolitan.Duncan Falk is a Web Developer intern. As a seniorDigital Media Arts major at Duquesne University, heenjoys both web and graphic design.Duncan, 21, was born in the North Hills section of Pittsburgh,but currently resides in the city’s Southside.His career goal is to design for a company that is linkedwith one of his passions. Duncan’s ultimate career wouldbe as a motorcycle racer, but a more practical ambitionwould be as a web or media designer for a major productiondealing with soccer, music, movies, cars, or motorbikes.During his time at Duquesne, Duncan has spent a fewyears playing collegiate football, serving as Treasurerand future Vice President of the Sigma Alpha Epsilonfraternity, and as treasurer of the Interfraternity Council.He plans to travel abroad in the next few years, exploringEurope and his interest in European culture and ancienthistory. With a little extra time, Duncan plans tocontinue advancing his skills as a drummer, an instrumenthe’s been playing since 4th grade.Duncan currently works part time as a valet for variousdowntown restaurants and explorers freelance work withlogos and web design.Polish Falcons of America District VIIGOLF TOURNAMENTSponsored by Polish Falcons Nest 163, Mocanaqua, PaSaturday August 7, 201012:00 p.m. RegistrationTee time is 1:00 p.m. Sharp!!!Benefits Dr. T. A. Starzynski Scholarship FundRolling Pines Golf Club335 Golf Course RoadBerwick, Pa. 18603570-752-1000For directions visit Mapquest.comEntrance Fee: $60 skins includedThis is a format 4 person scramble, better ball.Fee includes carts, green fees, beer, soda and prizes.(Bring a container for beer or soda to be taken on to the course.)Hole Sponsorship’s are $50Please make checks payable to Polish Falcons Nest 163Tournament goes on Rain or Shine!Please show your support by participating in this Golf Tournament…We hope to see you there and be prepared to have a great day!!!Entertainment and refreshments will be provided at Nest 163immediately following the tournament.Please fill in reservation form and return to:POLISH FALCONS NEST 163134 Main StreetMocanaqua, Pa 18655Team Name:________________________________Team Members:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________Amount enclosed @ $60.00 per personHotel:SUPER 8 MOTEL450 W. 3rd StreetMifflinville, Pa 18631(570)759-6778RESERVATIONS: DEBTelephone # (home)_________________________(Cell)__________________________________DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES JULY 30,2010Please detach and mailSOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 19

MEMBER NEWSFrom the NationalSales DirectorPFA National Sales DirectorJohn DenningI hope everyone is well into enjoying 2010.Over the last several months I have been putting together a list of frequentlyasked questions I receive from the people I meet and have put someof them in this months article and I hope they can be of help to you. I can’tget them all in this column space, but I will address a few for you today.How can I become a Member of the Polish Falcons of America?Anyone who purchases a life insurance or annuity certificate is a Memberof the PFA. Our life insurance and annuity products are available to any individualand offered at face amounts that make them affordable to most everyone.What kind or insurance do you offer?Generally speaking there are two kinds or insurance: term and permanent.Term insurance (i.e. yearly term, ten year term) is less expensive initially andis good for short time frames and specific reasons. Permanent insurance(whole life, twenty pay, five pay and single premium) is better for the longterm. These plans also have more options and flexibility because they buildcash reserves.Why should I buy insurance from Polish Falcons of America?You should buy life insurance from PFA for several reasons: first, we wereestablished to serve our Members, we have been offering quality insurancebenefits for more than 80 years. Our financial strength places us solidlyamong the top 25 largest life insurance companies. We have an excellentrecord of return on our investments, placing us higher than the average ofthe top 25 insurance companies. We constantly strive to earn the reputationof the “Strong, Friendly, Family Fraternal” and we will continue to work anddevelop products and benefits for our Members.How much life insurance do I need?There is no blanket answer to this question because each individual situationvaries. There are sophisticated formulas that take Social Security survivorbenefits into account, but generally speaking the younger you are themore insurance you need. Also, the more people you are responsible for(spouse, children, other relatives) the more insurance you will need. Greaterdebt creates the need for more life insurance protection. One way to look atlife insurance is as income replacement.If your household lost an income, howmuch life insurance would it take to replacethat income? There are some longstanding suggestions that between fiveand seven times your annual earnings is the right amount of insurance. Thiswas recently updated by the U.S. Government when calculating benefits for9/11 survivors. Beneficiaries of people under age 35 were paid twenty timesthe deceased annual earnings. From age 35 to 45, fifteen times earningsand over 50, ten times earnings. These formulas were derived by using thehuman life value factor and how many more years of work you have lefttimes an annual salary.When should I buy life insurance?Today, because you will never be younger than you are right now. Age,health and occupation are all factors in determining your current premiumrate. Your health is probably the best it is ever going to be so right now is thetime to lock in lower rates and start enjoying the benefits of Membership.What are the benefits of Membership?Like a commercial insurance company, the Polish Falcons of America collectspremiums, but then it redirects much of its income back to its Membersin the form of college scholarships, social events, cultural programs, freepublications and other opportunities. These are termed fraternal benefits.Nearly all of these benefits are offered at no cost. Each year, various localand national athletic and sporting events (bowling, golf, softball, volleyball)are available for Members to participate in. A key component of the PFA isits lodge system. As a fraternal benefit society, all Members belong to aNest. Today, there are more than 80 Nests within the PFA. These Nestshold regular meeting and offer numerous programs, events and social activitiesfor their members.How can I join or who should I call?Contact me at National Headquarters 1.800.535.2071 and I will be happy tohelp you in establishing or reviewing an insurance or annuity plan suitable foryou or help you get in touch with a representative in your area.SOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 20

POL-AM NEWSNEWS FROM POLANDUnder WaterThe worst flooding for over a decadestruck Poland killing at least sevenpeople and leaving a trail of devastationfrom the Czech border to Warsaw thatcould cost the country in excess of 2billion euros.After days of wet weather a 24-hourdownpour dropped 20 centimeters of rainon parts of southern Poland in two days,the equivalent of two months’ worth ofrain in one day.The deluge led to widespread flooding,first on the Czech and Slovak borders,and then further into the heart of Polandas water flowed down the rivers Wislaand Odra.Despite the best efforts of thousands offire-fighters, troops and volunteers toshore up dykes and flood barriers, hundredsof homes were flooded and thousandsof people displaced across thecountry.Prime Minster Donald Tusk, called onpeople to heed evacuation warnings aswater levels on the Wisla hit their highestpoint since the Second World War. “I appealto everyone to evacuate when thepolice or firemen come and say that it istime. You must not wait,” said Tusk.“I know these are tragic decisions thathave to be made, but it will only be worseif you endanger your own lives and thoseof the rescue teams trying to get peopleout of already flooded areas,” he added.As the flood closed in on Warsaw thewater river rose to 700 centimeters,prompting fears of extensive flooding inthe capital, and adding to the alreadymassive bill the deluge had caused. OnMonday, May 24, city authorities in thecapital ordered the closure of over 120public nurseries, kindergartens andschools in areas in Polish capital threatenedby flood. Concerned about congestionand traffic problems inflood-threatened districts, Warsaw cityhall asked all individuals working on theright bank of the Vistula river to eitheravoid going to work, or to take publictransportation and not use their personaluntil the flooding subsides.“I expect the losses will top EUR 2 blnand I know we will have to find morefunds,” said a somber Tusk while visitingthe flood stricken regions. “We will reduceother spending to achieve that.”With little in the way of extra cash in thestate’s coffers, the government said that itmight ask the EU for emergency said.Anna Konik-Zurawska, a regional developmentministry spokeswoman, said that,under EU rules Poland can draw on theEuropean Solidarity Fund when lossessurpass a certain level. “In Poland‘s case,the EuropeanCommission set the level at EUR 2.125billion,” she told the PAP news agency.Is Tea Time Next?The streets of Warsaw could soon beswarming with the familiar London blackcabs, but painted yellow like taxis in NewYork, with the first four examples alreadyoperating for the Wawa Taxi Company inthe city. The invasion is the direct result ofthe London Taxi Company’s decision tostart manufacturing the famous vehiclesin a lefthand- drive version, opening upthe entire European market.Wawa Taxi wasted no time in ordering thefirst four of their new fleet and hope to expandthe fleet up to one hundred. Thetaxis feature the traditional yellow and redcheckered stripe along the side of Warsawtaxis, otherwise the vehicles are exactlythe same asSuspicious DeathAccording to a report by Earth Times, onApril 20 Polish researchers exhumed thebody of Stanislaw Pyjas, an anti-Communistactivist who died in mysterious circumstancesin 1977. The body wasexhumed in Gilowice, southern Poland,and was later to taken to Cracow for testing.Pyjas was found dead on May 7, 1977outside a Cracow apartment. Prosecutorsat the time said Pyjas had “fallen downthe stairs.” It was suspected Pyjas waskilled by the secret services of Poland’sthen Communist government, but investigationsin 1991 and 1999 were droppeddue to lack of evidence.Pyjas was a student at Cracow’s JagiellonianUniversity, and a member of theWorkers Defense Committee, whichhelped organize protests againstPoland’s communist regime.The current investigation was launchedby prosecutors after new evidenceemerged. It is the fifth probe into thedeath. Researchers did not say how longthe investigation would take. Prosecutorswere given approval to exhume the bodyon March 18 by Janusz Kurtyka, head ofthe Institute of National Remembrance(IPN), which investigates Nazi and Sovietcrimes.Kurtyka had said the investigation wouldsettle the “mechanisms and reasons” ofthe student's death. The IPN leader wasone of the 96 victims who died in a planecrash on April 10 in Smolensk, Russia.First US MissilesDefense Ministry spokesman Janusz Sejmejtold reporters on April 21, that thefirst battery of U.S. Patriot missiles to bedeployed in Poland will arrive in late May.The Polish military base at Morag, in theMazurian Lakes region, is about 150miles north of Warsaw and just 40 milesfrom the border with Russia’s Kaliningradterritory. Sejmej refused to say how longthe deployment would last, but said it was“temporary.”In February, 2010, Poland ratified a dealon the stationing on its soil of U.S. troopswho will crew the surface-to-air Patriotbattery. They are also due to train Polishsoldiers to use the system.Poland has repeatedly insisted that thebase close to Kaliningrad was not chosenfor political or strategic reasons, but simplybecause it already has good infrastructure.In September, 2009, U.S. PresidentBarrack Obama scrapped a plan agreeda year earlier by his predecessor, GeorgeSOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 24

POL-AM NEWSW. Bush, to install a controversial antimissileshield system in Poland and theCzech Republic. Under that now-shelveddeal, the United States also pledged tohelp upgrade Poland’s national air defenseswith Patriot missiles and has upheldthat part of the agreement.Warsaw and Prague were once part ofMoscow’s Soviet-era sphere of control,but became solid U.S. allies after breakingfrom the crumbling communist bloc in1989, and joined NATO in 1999.Crash CompensationPoland’s Council of Ministers decidedthat every family that lost their relativesin the plane crash near Smolensk onApril 10, 2010, will receive 40,000 zloties($3,562). To do this, the government assigneda budget of 3,840,000 zloty ($1.3million) from the treasury. The resolutionwas passed on April 12 by mail. Thatmode of passing the resolution emergedfrom the unquestioned need of awardingsupport to the families of the tragicallydeceased in the crash as soon aspossible.So Whereʼs the Parking Meter?A family in Lodz was shocked to returnhome only to discover that a truck wasparked in their kitchen.The truck’s 27-year-old driver apparentlyparked the vehicle at the top of a slopeleading to a supermarket on UlicaWidzewska and admits not applying thehandbrake before leaving the vehicle.During his absence the truck rolled downthe slope and off the road, smashing intoa house of wooden construction beforecoming to a halt.“It’s lucky that we were out,” homeownerJerzy Turlakiewicz told reporters, “I don’tnormally go out at that hour because I’mnot working. The impact shoved my bedright across the room and the kitchentable is totally destroyed. If my wife hadbeen at home, she would have been sittingthere.”The house was in danger of collapseand had to be demolished. GrzegorzWawryszuk of Lodz Traffic Police commented,“The driver admitted not applyingthe handbrake. Then he saw thedamage he’d done and changed hisstory. Officers examined the truck andestablished that the first story was thetruth. We fined him 500 zloties for improperparking. That’s the most we canfine in this situation.The injured family will have to seek compensationthrough the courts.” MrTurlakiewicz, though, was deeply unsatisfied,“For now we’ll live with my daughter.But I’m worried that we won’t haveeither the money or the strength to rebuildit.”Stork ShortageExperts from the Polish Bird ProtectionSociety, who monitor the stork populationin northeastern Poland, are baffled. Evenin the popular “stork village” of Zywkowothere are conspicuously less storks thana year before. The village, with only ninefarms, was a nesting place for 45 storkcouples. Now, half of the nests areempty. A lot of storks may have died duringthe autumn and spring migrations,but bird experts hope that some storkswill make it to Poland eventually andmanage to breed. Those, which arrivedin early April, are already sitting on theeggs. Over 40,000 of the world’s160,000 stork couples breed in Poland,so one in four of the world’s storks is Polish.Copernicus Buried AgainCeremonies to mark the re-burial ofNicolas Copernicus began this week,with the famed astronomer’s remainsbeing moved from Olsztyn castle to anumber of different locations, before finallybeing laid to rest in FromborkCathedral. En route, the coffin will passthrough a number of smaller towns associatedwith Copernicus includingLidzbark Warminski, Orneta, Pienieznoand Braniewo. Experts have been conductinga number of studies on the skulland leg bones, since the remains werediscovered around three years ago.So Whatʼs the Rush?Police in Silesia police released jawdroppingfootage of the driver of a MiniCooper who racked up a record 205penalty points on his license and committed35 traffic offenses in a mere fifteenminutes two weeks ago on thestreets of Dabrowa Gornicza, and allwith his three-year-old daughter unsecuredon the rear seat. The video takenby the chasing police car show the minias it slaloms through traffic in the citycenter at speeds of up to 140 kilometersper hour. The man also drove straightthrough a crossroads on a red light,swerved across grass verges forcing apedestrian to jump for his life and wasonly stopped after a collision with a policevehicle.Police breathalyzed the man, and weresurprised to find he was sober. He explainedthat he had panicked and fledonly because he didn’t have his documentson him. After detailed examinationof the video, police not only awarded himthe record number of points on his licensebut also hit him with an immediatethree year driving ban, and are consideringa charge of endangering the life of apassenger, his daughter. The penalty forthis offense could be as much as fiveyears in prison.Due to his odd driving skills, the manwas also fired from his job.So what did he do for a living? He wasan ambulance driver.Sources: Polonia Media Network,New Poland ExpressSOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 25

POL-AM NEWSTWO TOURS OFFERCHOICE OF RELIGIOUS EXPERIENCE,HOLIDAY TRADITIONSTwo upcoming tours offer unique insights into Poland and Polish culture. Although not officiallyproduced by the Polish Falcons of America, each of these customized tours offers adistinctively “Falcon Touch.”In the Footsteps of Pope John Paul II…..“In the Footsteps of Pope John Paul II” a religious tour of Poland, has been scheduled forOctober 22-29, 2010 with National Chaplain of the Polish Falcons of America, Rev. JosephSredzinski as spiritual leader.Participants will visit Warsaw and travel south to the Tatry Mountains in Zakopane and thehistoric city of Cracow, as well as several other locations. The tour will also visitNiepokalanow, (photo on left) a religious community near Warsaw, Poland founded in 1927 byFranciscan Friar St. Maximilian Kolbe. At one time, Niepokalanow was the largest monasteryin the world, housing 800 men. The group will participate in religious services at the Shrine ofOur Lady at Czestochowa, patroness of Poland as well as services in Wawel Cathedral andthe Sanctuary of Divine Mercy, home of the revelations to St. Faustina.Father Sredzinski has traveled to Poland often and has hosted similar tours in the past.Thanks to his in-depth knowledge of Poland and Polish culture, he will offer additional insightsand activities not found in similar tours.Departure is from Pittsburgh and other major cities. For a packet of detailed information,call 724-722-3141 or email: padre16201@yahoo.com. Write: Church of the Seven Dolors,P.O. Box 308, Yukon PA 15698.Cracow Szopkasare a stunningPolish HolidayTradition.Sixth Annual Holiday Tour to Poland….Remember the wonderful Old Fashioned Polish Christmases of times past? Family Wigilia?Koledy? And the moving ceremony of the breaking of the Oplatek? You can experience theseand many other Polish Christmas traditions on the sixth annual Holiday Tour to Poland, November26 through December 7. Hosted by Polish Falcons of America Director of Communications,David Motak, this popular tour is now in its sixth year. In addition to his work with thePolish Falcons, Dave is also a widely acclaimed artist, specializing in the “szopka” or traditionalChristmas crèche from the city of Cracow. Dave teaches szopka workshops around theUnited States and leads this annual tour to attend the yearly Szopka Competition in Cracow,one of Europe’s most distinctive and beautiful Christmas customs.The Holiday Tour to Poland offers many special touches, including speciallydesigned dinners, receptions, “folklore evenings,” cultural activities and city tours. For thosewishing to capture fond family memories of a Polish Christmas, the tour also offers visits tosome of Poland’s leading Christmas ornament producers and shopping at popular ChristmasMarkets in Warsaw, Lublin and Cracow. On the last evening of the tour, guests are alsotreated to a specially prepared 12-course Wigilia “Christmas Eve” banquet, complete with themoving tradition of sharing the oplatek wafer and Polish koledy Christmas carols performed bythe Krakowiania Folk Ensemble (Group Wigilia photo at left).Another distinctive highlight is the annual Cracow Szopka (Christmas Creche) competitionon Cracow’s magnificent main market square in which scores of folk artists of all ages presenttheir meticulously hand-crafted szopka creations. This picturesque tradition is found only inthe city of Cracow and represents one of Europe’s most distinctive Christmas customs. Tourmembers will also be treated to a private reception with one of Cracow’s most prominentSzopka Masters and preview his master work first-hand. As a special treat, by special invitationof the City of Cracow History Museum, Dave will be entering one of his szopka works inthis year’s Szopka Competition. He will be the first American to enter a szopka in the Cracowcompetition.As a special “Falcon Touch” the tour will visit Kozlowka Palace, east of Warsaw, the estateof the powerful Zamoyski family, one of the leading aristocratic families in Poland. CountAdam Zamoyski hosted a large contingent of Polish Falcons from America on his estate in thelate 1920s. We will have a private tour of the palace, where the young Falcons performedmarches and drills on the estate grounds for the Count and his distinguished guests.Designed for both the seasoned traveler to Poland as well as the first-time visitor, this custom-designedtour offers a wide range of special features as well as a taste of “romantic OldPoland” that includes tours, fine dining and/or lodging in some of Poland’s most impressive historiclandmarks, including two nights in the stately Sieniawa Palace. The tour will visit Warsaw,Kazimierz Dolny, Lublin, Zamosc, Lancut, Cracow, Zakopane and other locations.Departure is from Pittsburgh and other major cities. For further information, visit the HolidayTour to Poland web site at www.cracowcrafts.com. The web site features a downloadablecolor tour flyer and an interactive tour map with tour itinerary and site photos. You may alsocontact Mary Gorecki at PAT tours: 1-800-388-0988. For a color tour flyer and other information,please contact Dave at 412-835-0539 or email djm713@yahoo.com.SOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 26

POL-AM NEWSPolish Cold Summer Soupspolish yourPolishIt is on those hot days of summerthat Poland’s many refreshingcold soups really hitthe spot. They are not onlytasty, nutritious and invigorating,but most are surprisinglyeasy to prepare.Here are some examples. Webegin with soured milk which isthe basis of many cold soups.SOUR MILK (zsiadłe mleko):Although not a true soup, coldsoured milk has long been aPolish favorite with a plate ofbuttered, dilled new potatoes or buckwheat groats and pork nuggets (kaszagryczana ze skwarkami) on the side. Some Polish delis in larger American citiesare now marketing “zsiadłe mleko” as “fresh yogurt”. To make your own, pour 1 - 2qts whole or 2% milk into a glass or crockery bowl, reserving 1 c. With whisk beatthe reserved milk with 1/2-1 c dairy sour cream or 1 c cultured buttermilk and addto remaining milk. Let stand in very warm place (80° is good!) covered with cheesecloth until clabbered. This make take 1-2 days. Refrigerate until ready to use. Beforeserving whisk until smooth. Note: Store-bought buttermilk or kefir is a substitutefor sour milk, and zsiadłe mleko is now found in better Polish delis.CHILLED LITHUANIAN BORSCHT (chłodnik litewski): Peel 1 cucumber, cut in halflengthwise, then slice thin into bowl or tureen. (Optional: Seed portion may bescooped out and discarded if desired.) Add 1 bunch green onions chopped, 6-8coarsely grated radishes, 2 peeled, coarsely grated brined dill pickles and 1 c ofthe pickle brine plus 2 -3 T finely chopped fresh dill. Drench with 6 - 8 c cold buttermilkor smooth-whisked sour milk (zsiadłe mleko). Mix well, stir in 2 c liquid fromcanned beets or several T beet concentrate. Salt & pepper to taste and add 1 tsugar. Refrigerate until well chilled. Serve cold over sliced hard-cooked eggs (1egg per serving). Variation: A c of cold roast meet (esp. veal) or ham may be addedfor a refreshing and nutritious meal in a bowl.COLD BEET-GREEN SOUP (chłodnik na botwince): Trim, wash well, drain andchop fine 1 bunch baby beets (including greens), place in pot, cover with water,add 1 T lemon juice, 1/2 salt, bring to boil, reduce heat and cook about 10 min. Setaside to cool. Peel and slice or dice 1 cucumber, chop 4 green onions (tops andbottoms) and slice very thin or grate coarsely 6 - 10 radishes. Combine with cold,cooked beets and 5 c cold soured milk (buttermilk or kefir). Add 2-3 T finelychopped fresh dill and refrigerate covered until well chilled. Serve over sliced hardcookedeggs, allowing 1 egg per serving.COLD CUCUMBER SOUP (chłodnik ogórkowy): Peel 2 cucumbers, cut in halflengthwise, then slice thin into bowl or tureen. (Optional: Seed portion may bescooped out and discarded if desired.) Add 2 peeled, coarsely grated brined dillpickles and 1 c of the pickle brine plus 2 -3 T finely chopped fresh dill. Drench with6 - 8 c cold smooth-whisked sour milk or buttermilk. Salt & pepper to taste. Coverand let stand in fridge for flavors to blend several hrs. Serve over sliced hardcookedeggs in bowls.FRUIT SOUP (zupa owocowa/chłodnik owocowy): Start with about 3 c of any of thefollowing single fruits or any combination thereof: small strawberries; blueberries;sour cherries (pitted or unpitted); peeled and sliced apples and/or pears; or halved,pitted plums. Place fruit in pot, add 5 -6 c water, bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer8 - 10 min or until fruit is fully cooked. Dissolve 1 T potato starch (or cornstarch)in 1/2 c cold water or milk and stir into hot soup. Sweeten to taste (withsugar or sweetener) and (optional) season with a pinch of cinnamon, ground clovesor ground nutmeg. Simmer 2 -3 min. Serve over cooked egg noodles or fried croutons.A dollop of sour cream (or low-fat yogurt) may be added to each bowl. Note:This and other fruit soups may be served hot, warm, at room temp or chilled.COLD RHUBARB SOUP (chłodnik rabarbarowy): Wash, trim and dice 1 lb youngrhubarb and place in pot. Add 5 -6 c water, bring to boil, reduce heat and simmerseveral min or until rhubarb is tender. Remove pot from flame. Dissolve 1 - 2 T potatostarch (or cornstarch) in 1/2 c water or milk and stir into hot soup. Add a heapingT strawberry or cherry jam or jelly to improve the soup’s color, then sweeten totaste (with sugar or sweetener). Simmer 2 -3 min. When cooled to room temp chillin fridge. Serve over cooked egg noodles or croutons. A dollop of sour cream (orlow-fat yogurt) may be added to each bowl.zaręczyny(zah-rehn-CHIH-nih) plWEDDINGSengagementślub (shluhp) m wedding (ceremony)wesele (veh-SEH-leh) n wedding (reception)prezent ślubny m wedding present(PREH-zehnt SHLUHP-nih)tort weselny m wedding cake(tohrt veh-SEHL-nih)Niech żyją państwo młodzi!(Nyehch ZHIH-yohw PAIN-stfoh MWOH-djee)Long live the bride and groom!miesiąc miodowy m honeymoon(MYEH-shohnts myoh-DOH-vih)rocznica ślubu f wedding anniversary(rohch-NEE-tsah SHLUH-buh)Prepared and distributed by the Polonia Media NetworkMOVING?Don’t forget to let us know. So that our records are up-to-dateand that the Sokol Polski is delivered to you without interruption,please use the form below when you are changing your address.Also, if a member of your family (who is also a PFAmember) is moving, please use the same form.Name ____________________________________________Nest No. __________________________________________Old Address _______________________________________New Address ______________________________________New Phone No. ____________________________________E-mail ___________________________________________Please return completed form to Sokół Polski, 381 MansfieldAvenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15220-2751. You can also let usknow of your address change by e-mail at communications@polishfalcons.org.Robert StrybelSOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 27

FALCON NEWSThe 42nd Annual PFANational Adult Golf TournamentAugust 12 - 13, 2010,Hosted by Nest 307- Southington, ConnecticutNest 307, Southington, Connecticut will host the 42nd Annual NationalAdult Golf Tournament on August 12 & 13, 2010.Golfing will take place at Hawk’s Landing Country Club, 201 PattonwoodDrive, Southington, CT 06489. Contact information is 860-793-6000; theirwebsite address is www.hawkslandingcc.com. The other course beingused is the Southington Country Club, 150 Savage Street, Southington, CT06489. Contact information is 860-628-7032 with a website www.southingtoncountryclub.com.Soft spikes and collared golf shirts are required at bothcourses.The tournament entry fee is $190 (if you enter online at www.polishfalcons.org,the fee is $185.) which includes green fees with a cart two days,lunch and refreshments at the course both days (alcohol is not included).This also includes dinner on Thursday and Friday evenings with music anddancing. The Friday evening dinner will be held at the Clarion Hotel. Thecost of the non-golfer dinner is $45 (includes Thursday and Friday dinners).Be sure to mention Polish Falcons when booking your rooms at eitherthe Clarion Hotel, 42 Century Drive, Bristol, CT 06010, 860-589-7766, Clarionhotel.com.The contact person is Holly and the room rate is $99 plus taxper night. Shuttle service will be provided from this location. Or Motel 6,625 Queen Street, Southington, CT 06489, 860-621-7351, Motel6.com.The contact person is Debbie and the room rate is $51.99 plus tax pernight. Members aged 60 or older will receive a 10% discount at check in atMotel 6.If you have any questions, please contact Co-chairperson Jeff Jalowieckiat 860-628-8461 or Jjalowiecki@cox.net. Or Co-Chairperson JimSokolowski at 860-621-9824 or Jsok60@gmail.com. Hotel Chairperson isDeidreDePratti, 860-729-3000 or Deidre1322@aol.com.Please make checks payable to Polish Falcons of America and mail toDruhna Mary Whalen, 381 Mansfield Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15220. Pleasesend completed application or as mentioned previously, register online.The Nest 307 Golf Tournament Committee continues to work diligentlyon this event in an effort to make this years’ tournament the best ever!Czolem!National Golf Tournament BidsThe 2011 National Adult Golf Tournament will be hosted by Nest 493Batavia, York. The 2012 Tournament will be held in Pittsburgh. Therefore,there will be no bidding on tournaments this year. Next year in Batavia,Nests may bid for the 2013 Tournament.Czolem!Druhna Mary Helene Whalen,National Golf CommissionerDistrict Golf Commissioners MeetingNotice to all District Golf Commissioners: Please be advised that the GolfCommission will meet for its annual meeting at the National Golf Tournamentin Southington. The meeting will be held at the Nest 307 hall beginningat 5:00 p.m. Please make arrangements to attend.Czolem!Druhna Mary Helene Whalen,National Golf CommissionerPolish Falcons of America42th Annual National Golf TournamentAugust 12 - 13, 2010Hosted by Nest 307- Southington, ConnecticutENTRY BLANK$190 Entry Fee For All Golfers Includes: Green fees and golf carts for bothdays; lunch and dinner on the course both days; dinner and refreshments (alcoholnot included). Awards and prizes will be given out Friday evening event atthe Clarion.Eligibility Requirements: Men and women members of the Polish Falcons ofAmerica (benefit and National dues paying non-insured) in good standing as ofJuly 1, 2010 are eligible to participate in the Tournament.Soft spikes and collared shirts are required at both courses.No outside coolers or alcohol permitted on the courses.Nest No. _______ City, State _______________________________________Falcon POLICY No. ____________________________________________Nest Financial Secretary Signature_______________________________Name _____________________________________________ Age _________Address _________________________________________________________City__________________________ State __________ ZIP ______________Home/Cell) Phone (___)___________ E-mail_____________________________Desired name of player for twosome __________________________________Male __________ Female __________Shirt Size: S ____ M ____ L ____ XL ____ XX L ____All Golfers are in Low GrossIndicate Division of Participation1. Junior Division 14 to 18 only ____________________________2. Senior Division (age as of July 14) _______________________3. Handicap Division (either USGA handicap or Falcon)_________If the USGA handicap card does not arrive with your entry, youwill automatically be given a Falcon handicap.EACH DIVISION MUST HAVE EIGHT (8) PARTICIPANTSOR IT WILL BE CANCELLEDNumber of non-golfer’s dinner and refreshment tickets needed at$20 each; $45 for both.:Thursday _______ Friday _______ENTRIES CLOSE: JULY 15, 2010Make checks payable to “Polish Falcons of America”and mail with entry blank to:Mary Helen WhalenNational Golf CommissionerPolish Falcons of America,381 Mansfield AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15220-2751SOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 28

FALCON NEWSATTENTION CHICAGOLANDMEMBERS -and while youʼrein Connecticut....What do you think of when you hear Connecticut.?Yale University? The UCONN Huskies? Or is it the LitchfieldHills? Well, there are also vineyards, beaches, small towns,big cities and more. Connecticut is very diverse. Enjoy a tasteof "our" Connecticut, while the 42th Annual Polish Falcons ofAmerica National Golf Tournament is in play and then join thegolfers for dinner and dancing.The "tour" options are:Connecticut Coast: Thimble Island boat tour-New Haven'sfamous Wooster Street sampling of Pepe's Pizza, Louis'Lunch(birthplace of the hamburger sandwich), Yale UniversityCampus and Museum(s) and, if there is still time, a stop inHamden at Wentworth's for award winning homemade icecream. Per person price is $35 and includes bus, boat tour,pizza. (The museum admissions are free.)Sampling of the CT Wineries of the Litchfield Hills:These wineries are set in beautiful surroundings and arerenowned for their outstanding taste and quality. Join us aswe sample, sit and enjoy one of Connecticut’s wonderful treasures!We will also have picnic style foods to snack on the rideand enjoy at the vineyards. Per person price is $50 and includestransportation, wine tastings and picnic.Connecticut Casino Outing: Spend five hours at one ofConnecticut's premier casinos. Try your luck at the tables,slot machines or bingo. Per person price is $25 and includestransportation and casino game vouchers food.Prices provided are approximation and may change based onthe final number of participates.Please e-mail us with your two favorite options by 7/02/10.An e-mail will be sent to everyone with the final tours selectedas well as exact prices. Final confirmation and payment will bedue by 8/02/10.PLEASE NOTE: We will go on only one tour each golf day.There are also many other options for things to do if youchoose to venture out on your own. Please e-mail us atpfa307golfw@yahoo.com with any questions or if you wouldlike us to gather information/directions for your visit.Submitted by Druh Chris Miller, Nest 307Tuesday, July 6"Polish American Night at Cellular Field"The Chicago White Sox vs. the L.A. AngelsHosted by: PFA, PNA, PWA and PRCUATickets: Lower Box Seats $21.50 (regularly $43.00)Game Starts 7:10 p.m.Order early - Tickets will go fast - Limited QuantityFor information and tickets, contact Contact Second VicePresident Bobby Joe Gorny 574-876-4581 Cell;574-289-2140 Work; 574-243-1726 Home; email: rjgorny@att.netThis year, the four Fraternal Organizations will also behosting the Fraternal Junior Bowling Tournament. It’sbeen great getting to know the other Fraternal organizationsand I hope this interaction continues with other organizedventures.Czolem,Druh Bobby Joe GornySecond Vice PresidentMARK YOURCALENDAR.....The Annual Polish Falcons Dayof Prayer at Our Lady ofCzestochowa Shrine inDoylestown, PA will be Sunday,September 26. Members willattend the 12:30 pm masswhich is celebrated in Polish.More details will be inupcoming issues ofthe Sokol Polski.SOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 29

POL-AM NEWSPFA ChaplainAttends21st PAPAConventionEvery year since 1991, I servedas a delegate to the annual PolishAmerican Priests Association Conventionand 2010 was no exception.Rather, the convention hadan interesting agenda as delegates gathered from across the country andnoted two significant anniversaries; both on the same campus.Departure for the 2010 Convention took placeo n Monday, April 12th asI drove the Ohio turnpike towards Toledo and on to Michigan in the companyof Rev. Msgr Bernard Przybocki and Rev. Ronald Osinski – bothfrom the Altoona Johnstown Diocese in Central Pennsylvania. Overnightlodging for the week was at Hampton II, but our sessions, some devotionsand Convention Holy Mass took place on the Campus of the Polish Seminaryin Orchard Lake, Michigan. Over 100 registered delegates camefrom Syracuse, New York, New Brittain, Connecticut, Chicago, Illinois,Winnipeg, Canada, Brooklyn and Manhattan, New York, Wisconsin, Indiana,Detroit, and western Pennsylvania.The opening session included a hearty Polish “witamy” by the Chancellorof the Orchard Lake, Schools- the Rev. Timothy Whalen, and PAPANational President, the Rev. Erik Orzech of Cleveland, Ohio. We learnedof the lively agenda, enjoyed a delicious supper, and then acknowledgedthe dual anniversaries, namely, the 125th anniversary of the founding ofthe Polish Seminary-SS. Cyril and Methodius by the Rev. JosephDabrowski in 1885 and the 100th anniversary of the Seminary, Collegeand Prep School on the shores of Lake Michigan since 1910. This themedominated our talks, discussions and the spirit of the next 4 days.On Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, all the delegates celebratedHoly Mass, but in different places. On Tuesday, we traveled to Our Ladyof Mt. Carmel parish in Wyandotte, Michigan where His eminence AdamCardinal Maida was presider. After lunch we traveled to Mt. Elliot Cementaryfor a graveside service to honor the founder of the Polish Seminary-SS. Cyril and Methodius, established in Detroit with approval of Pople LeoXIII in 1885, then a visit to the Capuchin Monastery and story of Servantof God Father Casey Solanus, OFM Cap. We traveled to Hamtramck forluncheon at Queen of Apostles Church with Father Bogdan Milosz and aHoly Hour before the Blessed Sacrament.On Wednesday, the Holy Mass was celebrated by Archbishop Kevin Vigneornat the Shrine Chapel of Our Lady of Orchard Lake praying forthose killed in the tragic plane crash near Smolensk, Russia as 94 of thePolish elite were on their way to the Katyn Forest Massacre Memorial. Itwas here that over 20,000 Polish military personnel were shot in the backof the head and buried in a mass grave, always denied by the Soviets andRussian government. On Thursday, again we traveled by motor coach toMt. Sterling and to the Polish mission of Our Lady of Czestochowa wherethe founder of PAPA and Bishop emeritus delivered a stirring bi-lingualhomily. Each day we delegates likewise prayed Laud and vespers andconducted business sessions in which local PAP and Bishop emeritusMost Rev. John Yanta of Texas presided and the Rev. Erik Orzech, Presidentof PAPA conducted business sessions in which local PAPA delegatesgave reports of their annual activities. It was at one of these that I reportedfor the Greensburg Fraternity of Polish Priests and the Polish Falconsof America. On Thursday at the elections, I was nominated andelected to serve for two years on the Board of Directors – an honor for theFalcons.At the Convention Banquet, delegates, officers and invited guests heard alengthy presentation on the life and works of Servant of God, Jesuit FatherWalter Ciszek, who studied at Orchard Lake, then became a Jesuitand as a missionary, spent years in Russia; both imprisoned and onheavy work detail serving God and His people. Father Ciszek is up forbeatification as are Fr. Justin Figas, OFM Conv. And Mother TheresaDudzik of Chicago, foundress of the Franciscan Sisters of Bl. Kunegunda.The 2010 PAPA Convention closed after Mass on Friday as we learned for2011 the Pauline Fathers will host us in Doylestown, PA. I thank the PolishFalcons for trusting me as a delegate hoping to serve well.z Panem Bogiem i CzolemRev. Cannon Joseph SredzinskiNational ChaplainFalcon Members and Nests Askedto “Build a Rainbow” for DeservingSpecial Needs ChildrenFather WalterGrabowski, Member ofPolish Falcons Nest 6,and Pastor of the ImmaculateConceptionParish in Eden, NewYork, has been notifiedby the Sisters in Serviceto Mary in Poland, of anurgent need for 60 severelyhandicapped childrenliving in a nursinghome. Boys and girls,from birth to 30 years ofage live there, and arecared for by the Sisters.Sister MalgorzataGrabowska, the niece ofFather Walter, andmember of the congregationof Sisters, hasasked for help for thesechildren you are mentally,physically andemotionally disabled.The Sisters in Service to Mary provide the childrenwith constant care.The children live with the sisters permanently and most have no contact withtheir families. According to Sister Malgorzata, half of the children are confined tobed and are in need of unlimited care, while the rest walk with the use of a walker,or crutches or must use a wheelchair. The children often find it hard to breathe andeat because their respiratory and digestive tracts are affected.Sister Malgorzata also notes that “the children are very sensitive, grow attachedto us very quickly, and are happy of and waiting for any gesture of love.” She notesthat, because of the children's state of health, simple care is not enough. “The specialmedical needs and rehabilitation is needed in great measure. At present, wehave children who need very intensive rehabilitation, but it is not possible due tothe shortage of the proper equipment.”The Sisters in Service to Mary need to install of a bathtub with hydro-massage(which includes proper water pipes and special modifications), fencing around theperimeter of the grounds, and painting the interior of the home which has not beenpainted in the ten years that they have been residing and the walls remain verydirty and dusty due to the poor state of the central heating system. Subsidies fromthe Polish government are unfortunately modest and cannot meet these needs."We have been blessed in the pastwith support of others,” Sister writes,“and we believe that, with the generosityof concerned people, we will manageto provide for the special needs ofour children.”The teachers and the children havewritten a poem in gratitude.Translated it means:"A smile brightens the world,the good gives color to it.And we will have a rainbowin our homebecause of your generosity."Fr. Grabowski has asked us to publicizethis need among our PFA Members,as the Sisters who care for theseseverely handicapped children needour help. The Polish Heritage FestivalInc. located in Springville, New York, will underwrite the administrative costs so that100% of PFA Member donations will go to this humanitarian effort. Since thePolish Heritage Festival is a 501c(3) charitable organization, your donation is taxdeductible. Please make your check payable to:The Polish Heritage Festival,attention: Christine Jozwiak,P.O.Box 115,Springville, N.Y. 14141-0115.On the "memo" line of the check write,"Special children with special needs".SOKÓŁ POLSKI—POLISH FALCON JUNE 2010 PAGE 31

SOKÓŁ POLSKIPOLISH FALCON381 Mansfield Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15220-2751June 2010 No. 6Periodicals PostagePaid In Pittsburgh,PennsylvaniaUSP 500-640Heritage Collection Opens - see page 17WWW.POLISHFALCONS.ORGAll nomination forms must be postmarked by June 15, 2010.PURPOSEThe Fraternalist of the Year Award is an honor presentedby the Polish Falcons of America on a national level to recognizean individual within the organization who, throughexample and accomplishment, has provided outstandingvolunteer service to his or her Nest and community in thepast year.The 2010 PFAFraternalist of the Year AwardAWARD DESCRIPTION* An engraved plaque will be presented to the awardwinner.* Individual plaques will also be presented to allsociety nominees by National Headquarters.DEADLINE — The nomination form must be postmarkedby June 15, 2010. There will be absolutely noextension of this deadline. No FAXED forms can be accepted.* The winner of the Award cannot be nominated again inthe future.ELIGIBILITY* The award nominee must be living at the time of selectionand an insured member in good standing of a Nest orDistrict. PFA National Executive Officers, National Directorsand the National Headquarters office staff are not eligibleto receive the award.* A member can only be nominated by his or her Nest orDistrict. An individual cannot be nominated by a Nest anda District.* Nominees of any age are eligible.* An individual may be nominated more than once.* The award can be won only once by an individual.* The program will be publicized in the Sokol Polski andthe winner will be featured. In addition, all candidateswill have their picture and a short description of theiraccomplishments printed in the Sokol Polski.* The Falcon Fraternalist of the Year will be nominated tothe National Fraternal Congress of America for theNFCA Fraternalist of the Year Award.* The winner’s Nest or District will also receive $100from National Headquarters.PROGRAM PROCEDURE* Contest information, promotional data and nominationforms will be disseminated by the PFA Fraternalist ofthe Year Committee.* Nests and Districts are urged to conduct a search to selecttheir nominee for the PFA Fraternalist of the Year Award.* Nests and Districts are allowed to submit ONLY ONEnomination per year. Information listed on the nominationform should cover activities for the past year only.* The winner will be chosen by the PFA Fraternalist of theYear Committee — Robert J. Gorny, Chairman. Thedecision of the Committee is final.NOTES ON FILLING OUT NOMINATION FORM* Nomination forms will be sent to all Nests in the nextNest mailing. Forms can also be requested from theNational Headquarters at 1-800-535-2071.* Each nominee will be judged on his/her own merits.Previous honorees and their accomplishments shouldnot be the criteria for this year’s selection.* When filling out the nomination form, please printlegibly, or type, all information requested. This isespecially important for narrative information.A clear and complete narration is extremely importantto the selection process.