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Life Insurance is a Necessity - Not a Luxury
Life insurance is not for the person who buys it, it’s for the person you love, who counts on you to provide financial security. Life insurance is a means of making your money work for you. Proceeds from life insurance go directly to the beneficiary and are not subject to the claims of creditors. Wives, sometimes object to life insurance, but widows never do. One of the main services of the Polish Union of U.S.A. is to offer life insurance at an economical cost.
Members, if you have a $1,000 or $2,000 life insurance certificate, it is time that you begin thinking seriously about increasing your life insurance while you are able to at your present age. This year, do a favor for your family or someone else, encourage them to become Polish Union of USA members. More than ever before, women are purchasing life insurance to protect their families. Each certificate of the Polish Union carries cash values, paid-up insurance, certificate loans, and extended insurance and premium rates are economical.
We are always crusading for new members. We are appealing to you, our present members, to help us enroll new members in our fraternal. Polish Union of USA is a fraternal society which means that unlike commercial insurance companies, Polish Union members stand to benefit much more from membership.We offer benefits such as our scholarship program, family picnics, holiday parties, Miss Polish Union, Debutante Ball and community projects. However, to receive these benefits, a person must be a member of Polish Union of USA. Remember, our plans of insurance ar competitive and are backed by our 115 year history. Our members are more than just a number.
Members, did you get married or changed your address? Is there an increase in your family? Have you checked your beneficiary on your certificate, is it the right person? If the answer to any of the questions is a yes, please call your group secretary or the Home Office at 823-1611 and they will send the necessary form to you. If you would like to increase your insurance, please call your group secretary.
You Are Invited To A
Winter Wonderland Tea Party
Saturday, February 25, 2006
Noon to 3 p.m.
Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel, Scranton
Price $20.00 (Includes Tax)
Includes a variety of tea cookies, fresh-baked scones, mini pastries, tea sandwiches, tea, and coffee .
Everyone is welcome!
Entertainment Will Be Provided
This event is sponsored by the Polish Union Activities Committee and Reservations can be made by phoning the Coordinator, Terri Rumensky at 570-489-6877
Convoking the 36th Convention of the Polish Union of U.S.A.
A PROCLAMATION:
I, Rose Wartko, President of the Polish Union of U.S.A., In accordance with Article V of the By Laws, of the Polish Union of the United States of North America, (Polish Union)do hereby issue this Proclamation setting forth the dates of September 15th through 17th, 2006 at the Pocmont Resort and Conference Center, Bushkill, Pennsylvania as the date and place of the Polish Union’s 36th Convention.
The pre-convention committee was selected at the August 16, 2005 Board of Directors’ Quarterly Meeting by my nomination and approval by the Board of Directors. The pre-convention committee shall consist of the following, Rose A. Wartko, Charlotte L. Androckitis, Jeffrey J. Malak, Bernard Kolodziej, John P. Bednarski, Terri Rumensky and Alice Czyzyk.
Changes to the Constitution
The various groups of the Polish Union are hereby notified to send to the By-Laws Committee, c/o. the Home Office, any suggestions which the groups may have as to any changes and amendments to the constitution. As the By-Laws committee is required to send out any such proposals to each delegate and group secretary at least two months before the convention. Any groups or individual members seeking to send suggestions should do so before June 1, 2006.
Constitution Committee
I, Rose A. Wartko, President of Polish Union of U.S.A., with the approval of the Board of Directors, has appointed the following as members of the Constitution and By-Laws committee. Chairperson Atty. John D. Sieminski, members are Rose A. Wartko, Charlotte L. Androckitis, John P. Bednarski, Atty. Jeffrey J. Malak, and Bernard Kolodziej.
Delegates to the Polish Union’s 36th Convention will be elected in accordance to The Polish Union Constitution and By-Laws.
Let us now resolve that our 36th Convention will be filled with enthusiasm and vitality as we take the Polish Union into the 21st Century.
Fraternally yours,
Rose A. Wartko, President
Time of Their Lives at the 27th Annual Debutante Ball
The 27th annual Debutante Ball, “ The Time of Your Life “, sponsored by the Polish Union of USA, was held recently at ST. Mary’s Center in Scranton. Six young ladies were presented at the ball in the presence of over 200 well wishers, including the debutantes’ families, friends, guests and members of the Polish Union.
The evening began with the presentation of the debutantes, followed by the debutantes performing the traditional dance to Chopin’s Polonaise. The debutantes then waltzed with their presenters as their escorts Waltzed with the mothers of the debutantes.
The evening also included dinner and dancing to music provided by “The Poets”. The Young Adult Committee of the Polish Union coordinated the affair. Emily Huber, Miss Polish Union of 1998, served as chair of the event. She coordinated the event with Terry Rumensky, chair of the Activities Committee of the Polish Union of USA. Katie Yamulla, Miss Polish Union 2001, introduced the Debutantes and their presenters and escorts.
Meet the Debutantes:
Nastasha Elena Burdyn, is the daughter of Stanley and Kyra Czachor of Old Forge. PA. Nastasha attends Old Forge High School with hopes of pursuing a Veterinarians degree. Nastasha was presented by her father Stanley and her escort for the evening was Bernard Smicherko.
Kathleen Dende, is the daughter of Chris and Veronica Dende, Clarks Summit, PA. Kathleen attends Scranton Prep with hopes to become a Mathematics Teacher at a High School or instructor on the College level. Kathleen was presented by her father Christopher Dende and her escort for the evening was Jonathan Dende.
Amanda Elizabeth Marchegiani, is the daughter of Jennifer Kaempfer of Archbald, PA. Amanda attends Valley View High School and hopes to be successful and accomplish whatever goals she may set for herself. Amanda was presented by Derik O’Neill and her escort for the evening was Brenton Reilly.
Samantha Page is the daughter of Robert and Nancy Page, of Wilkes-Barre, PA. Samantha attends Bishop Hoban High School and plans to be an elementary school teacher with a minor in child psychology. Samantha was the 1st runner up in this years Miss Polish Union 2006 competition. Samantha was presented by her father Robert and her escort was Christopher Lee, Mountain Top, PA.
Kathryn Ann Patchoski is the daughter of Stanley Patchoski of Scranton and Patti Patchoski, of Dupont. Kathryn attends Wyoming Area High School and plans to attend Kutztown University pursuing a degree in ecology and geology. Samantha was presented by her father Stanley and her escort was James Juice of Scranton.
Elizabeth Stefani is the daughter of Suzanne Stefani of Scranton, PA. Elizabeth attends West Scranton High School with hopes of becoming a lawyer. Elizabeth was recently chosen to represent the Polish Union as Miss Polish Union of USA 2006. Elizabeth was presented by her uncle Paul Stefani and her escort was Ryan Wilzak.Fabian of Scranton.
“PISANKI” CLASS
POLISH EGG COLORING
Sponsored by Polish Union of U.S.A.
Open To Members and The General Public
Nancy Bachurek, Instructor
IN SCRANTON AREA:
Wednesday, March 22 @ 6:30 p.m.
at Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 1090 Carmalt St., Dickson City, PA
For Reservations In Scranton Area Contact: Nancy Bachurek, 489-0690; or
Terri Rumensky, 489-6877
IN WILKES-BARRE AREA:
Thursday, March 23 @ 6:30 p.m.
at St. Casimier’s Church, 301 Delany St., Hanover Twp., PA
For Reservations In Wilkes-Barre Area Contact: Polish Union of U.S.A, 823-1611; or Al Bogusko, 825-2428
- Mini Class On the Decoration of Easter Eggs—“Pisanki”
- Classes are Open to Members and the General Public
- $12.00 Fee for Supplies
- Reservations Necessary To Ensure Sufficient Materials Will Be Available
- Classes Limited to 25 Persons—First Come Basis
For people of Polish and Slavic heritage, Easter would not be the same without the presence of delightful decorated eggs which fascinate and enchant children of all ages. They are called Pisanki (pea-sahn-kee)
Our sympathy to the families of recently deceased members of Polish Union of U.S.A.
Group, Member, City:
230 Lorenca Doman Oak Lawn, IL
306 Marja Klimek Tinley Park, IL
227 Stefania Cholewa Dickson City, PA
227 Antoni Kolenda Forest City, PA
25 Anna J. Schmitt Titusville, NJ
395 Lorraine Gerrity Scranton, PA
206 John X. Karkut Dupont, PA
227 Clement F. Bilski Mechanicsville, VA
51 Jean Grumschlis Baltimore, MD
155 Stanislaw Haluska Elmwood Park, NJ
221 Genowefa Glumb Joliet, IL
25 Thaddeus Wojciechowski Lawrencevile, NJ
395 Helen Agentowicz Eynon, PA
378 Wanda L. Hornewer Glendale, AZ
258 Rose Brodzik Des Plaines, IL
405 Anthony Karasinski Owego, NY
320 Antoni Golembiewski Piscataway, NJ
227 Amelia Slimak Sturges, PA
392 Theresa Arasin Exeter, PA
258 John Rabiega Berwyn, IL
257 Wanda Kolendowicz Ithaca, NY
275 Zofia Hazel Willingboro, NJ
131 Alice Sierocki Shelton, CT
392 Florence Vino Wilkes-Barre, PA
155 Julia Nowakowski South River, NJ
175 Zygmunt Rakowski Wilkes-Barre, PA
51 Anna Sunday Nanticoke, PA
385 Barbara A. Czachor Chicago, IL
May the Souls of the
faithful departed rest in peace.
A Mass for deceased members is celebrated monthly by Rev. Patrick L. Albert.
Spring Polish Language Class Schedule
Polish language classes will resume at Polish Union headquarters as follows: Polish I will be held on eight consective Monday evenings beginning March 6 and ending April 24. Major concentration will be on conversational Polish, reading, writing and some grammar. Beginners are welcome.
Polish II is scheduled for eight consecutive Thursday evenings beginning March 9 and ending April 27 and will be an extension of Polish I plus the reading, translation and grammatical analysis of the famous novel “Quo Vadis” by Henryk Sienkiewicz.
Both classes will be conducted from 7 to 9 p.m.
Registration for both classes is scheduled for Thursday, March 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Polish Union headquarters, 53-59 N. Main St., Wilkes-Barre.
Course instructor is Norbert Dembinski.
Dzien Dobry! Welcome to my kitchen. The latte coffee is ready on this cold winter day, and the crowd is coming in with homemade donuts and crumpets. As they sit around the entertainment room, the first voice states, “OK, we finally got the Christmas decorations down.” Then Barbara sat and stated how very bare the house looks with all the decorations gone. The crowd was somber and agreed. I then perked up with a suggestion. “OK, the minute you take the Christmas decorations down, immediately put up the Valentine decorations.” Put heart, chocolates and spread the place with LOVE. . . Invite a few friends in (as you did for Christmas), only on a smaller scale. Have a cheer and chocolates or Valentine desserts. Make it simple by using paper dishes. You could tell everyone to bring a Valentine dessert or goodie. Make your event different and simple. Another suggestion is to get 3-6 friends together and form a new club. . . This club can get together for an hour or so during various holidays for a little holiday cheer, hors d'ouvres or dessert. For example, Joan can do Valentines, Ann can do St. Patty, Betty can do Easter and Joe can do the 4th of July and serve a hot dog and beer or whatever. It does not have to be on that day, anytime during that week. For Christmas, you could have the group bring in two dozen cookies, you have a punch or a few choice beverages, and the group could divide the remaining cookies for everyone to ring home. You could even go to a restaurant with your friends to celebrate with a pizza, dessert, or appetizer just to celebrate. The main object is to celebrate and decorate. after Valentine’s Day, put up the St. Patty decorations, then Easter, and 4th of July, etc. By all means, be sure to put the flowers on the door knob for May Day. Enjoy and Celebrate All Year.
You Should Know
Know Your Salmon: not all salmon is alike. Studies have indicated that salmon raised in fish farms are not as healthy as those caught in the wild. Always ask your store manager about the fish’s origin.
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Use Calcium As A Start. Research on persons who use calcium supplements to help maintain strong bones, reveals that they also suffer from osteoporosis. Research shows that activity can help prevent osteoporosis. Among the most beneficial, gardening. You get exercise and a dose of Vitamin D from the sun. Other good exercise is housework such as window washing, moping and stretching when cleaning a bathroom.
Dear P.K.
My husband and I both have responsible jobs. Our days begin early and usually by the time we get home it is between 7:30 and 9 p.m. each night. My husband has to travel a lot and traffic is often terrible in our area. We are exhausted and often too tired to do much on the weekends. Do you have any suggestions to make life a little better?
Jane E.
Dear Jane:
Many who are in your situation have similar problems. . . My only suggestions are: do relaxing things on weekends and be sure to add some exercise such as walking, biking, swimming, tennis, gardening, etc. Do things you both love and do them together. Enjoy and relax as much as you can without much travel.make your weekends different from your hectic week.
—P.K.
Birthday Greetings to Margaret Milewski, Irene Zak, Helen Jergiewicz, Ceil Knopka, Jane Strzelecki, Stella Goreschak, and Barbara Tracewski, and happy anniversary to you and Chet Sto lat!
To Realize The Value of a Friend —Lose One!
- Send your gripes, questions and anything you want me to publish to: PK, 17 Laurel Drive, Scranton, PA 18505.
Enjoy a Festive Evening St. Joseph's Dinner, March 18th
Just as St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated with much merry-making by the Irish, although it falls during the season of Lent, so the people of Poland and Polish-Americans have chosen to commemorate St. Joseph’s Feast Day. Saturday, March 18th, in a similar fashion, various Pol-Am organizations and fraternals hold parties and get-togethers, and for this day, the strict Lenten regulations do not oblige.
To preserve this popular custom, the Activities Committee of Polish Union of U.S.A. is sponsoring a traditional St. Joseph’s Day Party, Saturday evening, March 18 at the After Five Supper Club, 280 Main St., Dickson City, PA.
Festivities begin at 5:00 p.m.followed by a program and dinner served at 6:30 p.m.
Members, their families and friends are invited to attend—the young and golden agers will enjoy the affair. The color and decor of the evening will be red and white. It is recommended that ticket reservations be made by March 13th.
Tickets may be obtained by phoning the Polish Union Home Office at 823-1611, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
In the Scranton-Lackawanna County area phone: Terri Rumensky, 489-6877
Chair of this year’s dinner is Amanda Marchegiani.
Constitution and By-Laws Changes Being Sought
Atty. John D. Sieminski, Chairperson of the 2006 Constitution and By-Laws Committee is hereby notifying the various groups of the Polish Union, as well as all members, that Committee meetings will start in several weeks.
Members of the Committee appointed by President Wartko and approved by the Board of Directors are: Atty. John D. Sieminski, Chairperson; and Polish Union Executive Committee Members Rose A. Wartko, President; Bernard Kolodziej, 1st Vice President; Charlotte L. Androckitis, General Secretary; John P. Bednarski, Treasurer; and Atty. Jeffrey J. Malak, General Counsel.
This notification is to comply with the amendments to the Constitution & By-laws as stated in the book on pages 7 and 23.
ARTICLE X
Amendments
1. The above constitution can be amended only in the following manner:
(a) One year before the Convention, the President appoints a Committee to receive and draw up amendments to the Constitution.
(b) The Groups shall send to such Committee their suggestions as to changes and amendments to the Constitution at least six months before the Convention.
(c) This Committee, at least two months before the Convention, must send out such proposals to each delegate and group secretary.
(d) Afterwards, the Committee presents all such proposals to the Convention where voting shall be by ballot.
(e) No enactments referring to changes and amendments to the Constitution shall be valid, unless passed and adopted by two-thirds of the delegates having the right to vote at the Convention.
2. The present constitution can not be changed in so far as its ground work on the subject of Faith is concerned.
ARTICLE XXI
Amendment
These By-Laws can be amended only by the Convention upon (2/3) two-thirds vote, in conformity with the laws of the various States in which the Polish Union is licensed.
Persons wishing to send their suggestions for changes and amendments to the Constitution and By-laws can send them by March 16, 2006 to the following:
Constitution & By-laws Committee
Atty. John D. Sieminski, Chairperson
Polish Union of USA
P.O. Box 660
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18703-0660
Interested in Science? Apply for a Scholarship to the Kopernik Center
Polish Union of U.S.A. is offering a scholarship to a High School student, grades 9 through 12, who are interested in science, astronomy, and space exploration. This is an opportunity to spend a week with Educators and Space Science professionals at the Kopernik Space Education center in Broome, County, New York.
Requirements For Applicants:
- Membership in Polish Union of U.S.A.
- Enrollment in a High School — Grades 9 through 12.
- Completion of an essay explaining your interest in astronomy, science, and or space exploration.
- Completion of an application form available from the Polish Union Office or by phoning 570-823-1611 or by visiting the Polish Union website at: www.polishunionusa.com.
The one week program is scheduled for July 9 to 15, 2006. Polish Union will need your completed application by March 1, 2006. The Scholarship winner will reside on the Binghamton University Campus and spend evenings at the Kopernik Space Education Center in Vestal, New York.
Please call Polish Union or visit our website for an application and more information.
Happy New Year 2006
The Annual Children’s Christmas Party was held on December 3rd. Santa Claus greeted over 50 children and adults. A story teller and crafts were the highlights of the afternoon as were the gifts from Santa to all the children.
Celebrating Birthdays in January are: Janet Abbott; Kyle Antene; Jan Dzialowy; Weronika Falborski; Carol & Pearl Grochowski; Valeria Knapczyk; Helen Madaj; Genevieve Novak; Jean Olakowski; Paul Pencak; Audrey Padek; Elaine Strenski & Florence Wojtowich.
On February 2 Emily Wisinski turns five. Also celebrating during the month are: Debra Barker; Rita Cybulski; Antoni Dzialowy; Mieczyslaw Klimek; Marja Krozel; Keith Michalec; Michael & Richard Pencak; Charity Piet;; Joyce & Judith Regnier; James Waner & Kurt Wood.
The Annual Meeting and Luncheon of Group 275 will be held on Sunday, April 23, 2006 at 1 p.m. at a location yet to be announced. RSVP to Joan Wisinski, Gr. 275 Secretary at 708-361-4180 or 708-448-6936 no later than April 17, 2006.
Consider a Gift of Life Insurance for yourself, your children or grandchildren, or any member of your family. Call Joan Wisinski for an application.
Special Convention Membership Contest
In order to try and enhance the membership of the Polish Union, the Progress Committee has come up with a Special Convention Membership Contest.
The contest will offer 4 prizes in the amount of $300, $275, $225 and $200 for a total of $1,000 to be distributed among the four winners. The contest is open to licensed agents and group secretaries in the States where there are no licensed agent requirements.
Those persons producing the highest total face amount of insurance (excluding Term to age 25) from the issue date of October 1, 2005 through the issue date of September 1, 2006 will be eligible for this contest.
The prizes will be awarded at our Convention on Friday evening, September 15, 2006.
Periodic reports will be published in the Fraternal Journal so you can track your progress as well as the others that are participating in this special contest. Good luck to all.
Second Vrabel Scholarship Awared to Kathleen Dende
The second Marion Orloski Vrabel Scholarship award was presented to Kathleen Dende at the 27th Annual Debutante Ball. Kathleen is the daughter of Chris and Veronica Dende of Clarks Summit. Kathleen is a junior at Scranton Prep High School where she is an honor roll student and member of the Art Club. She also received a certificate of Honorable Merit Magna Cum Laude for outstanding performance in the National Latin Examination. She participates in varsity cheerleading and corss country and is a CCD assistant and camp counselor. Her future goals include becoming a mathematics teacher and continue to volunteer and remain involved with the community and with the Polish Union. Her grandfather, Henry Dende, dedicated his entire working life towards promoting and advocating the positive impact of the Polish people. Kathleen, along with the other participants, wrote an essay on how they are influenced by their family values and traditions and how it has positively influenced their lives. Kathleen stated that her faith, culture and family are the most important things in her life. She looks forward to passing on the Polish traditions to her own family.
Marion Orloski Vrabel was an active member of Polish Union of USA who passed away in 2001. Her daughters, Elaine Lorronde and Deborah Osborne created a Scholarship Fund in April, 2003. Their generous donation is to perpetuate the memory of their mother, by providing scholarship aid to female members of the Polish Union of USA who become Debutantes. Mrs Vrabel was especially proud of her granddaughter, Tiffany Larronde, who was a Debutante in 1998. No sacrifice was too large or small for Mrs. Vrabel, a high school graduate, in encouraging her daughters and their friends to pursue their education beyond high school, which they accomplished. This scholarship, which will be presented annually, was established to encourage those females participating in the Debutante Ball to further their education by attending a college, university or technical school. A minimum of $500 will be awarded each year to one young woman participating as a debutante that year.