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Learn Polish this September with Polword!

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We've been helping people learn Polish since 2000, so whether you're learning for family, work, travel or simply for the joy of it, you're in safe hands.

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Come and discover how enjoyable learning Polish can be!

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Polish Poetry Celebration
June Saturday 27th : 7.30pm
Hundred Years Gallery: Free

This year, for the very first time, the European Poetry Festival will feature a night celebrating Polish poetry. It's going to be a very busy evening, with a long (and, hopefully, interesting) line-up. If you want to escape the heat for a few hours on Saturday, do please join us in the basement of the Hundred Years Gallery (13 Pearson St, London E2 8JD). The poets listed below will present brand new poetry and performance collaborations, all created especially for the night.

Featuring: Weronika Lewandowska and Mischa Foster Poole, Agata Masłowska and Agnieszka Studzińska, Maria Jatrzębska and Jules Sprake, Anna Blasiak and Susie Campbell, Tomasz Mielcarek and Mikael Buck, Nasim Luczaj and Hannah Kaip, Landa wo and James Byrne, Magda Drozd and SJ Fowler.

Hoping to see you there!

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W tym roku, po raz pierwszy w historii European Poetry Festival, odbędzie się wieczór poświęcony poezji polskiej. Zapowiada się niezwykle intensywne wydarzenie z bogatym - i, mamy nadzieję, inspirującym - programem.

Jeśli macie ochotę na kilka godzin uciec od upału w sobotni wieczór, serdecznie zapraszamy do piwnic Hundred Years Gallery (13 Pearson St, London E2 8JD). Wszyscy wymienieni poniżej poeci zaprezentują zupełnie nowe utwory i performatywne współprace, przygotowane specjalnie na ten wieczór.

Wystąpią:
Weronika Lewandowska i Mischa Foster Poole,
Agata Masłowska i Agnieszka Studzińska,
Maria Jastrzębska i Jules Sprake,
Anna Blasiak i Susie Campbell,
Tomasz Mielcarek i Mikael Buck,
Nasim Luczaj i Hannah Kaip,
Landa Wo i James Byrne,
Magda Drozd i SJ Fowler.

Mamy nadzieję, że do nas dołączycie!

May at Polword was all about bringing students together. Over the past few weeks, we managed to enjoy several wonderful outings and meetings — but let’s begin at the beginning...

Our first gathering brought together a group of enthusiasts of Polish culture in London. As almost everyone in the group has Polish roots, there was really only one place where we could meet — the historic Ognisko Polskie.

And what a place it is...

Founded at the beginning of World War II, Ognisko became the beating heart of the Polish émigré community in Britain. It witnessed some of the most important moments in the history of Poles abroad: key decisions were made there, political and cultural life flourished there, and it became home to the leaders of the Polish government-in-exile, including Władysław Sikorski and President Władysław Raczkiewicz.

The greatest figures of Polish émigré culture also passed through its doors. Marian Hemar lifted spirits through poetry and satire, while Irena Delmar enchanted audiences with her voice. Regular visitors even had their own designated tables — naturally! There was an officers’ table, and, more prestigious still, a generals’ table, frequented by figures such as Władysław Anders, Marian Kukiel, Tadeusz Bór-Komorowski, Stanisław Sosabowski and many others.

After the war, Ognisko retained its unique political and cultural atmosphere and became a silent witness to stories and conversations we can only imagine today. Alongside politicians, artists such as the painter Feliks Topolski, the poet Stanisław Baliński and the pianist Arthur Rubinstein were frequent guests there too.

Today, Ognisko remains one of London’s most beloved Polish venues, offering nourishment not only for the soul, but also for the body thanks to its excellent restaurant.

And that is exactly where our little group met — a truly delightful gathering in every sense of the word. Delicious food, wonderful conversations, and, perhaps most importantly, our first meeting in person after knowing each other only through Zoom screens 😊

Our next gathering - and discussion of "Guguły" by Wioletta Grzegorzewska (Greg) - is already planned for June (back on Zoom) 😊

And as for our next outing - this time theatrical - we will tell you all about it in our next post. Stay tuned… and see you soon 😊

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Maj w Polword upłynął pod znakiem spotkań, rozmów i wspólnego odkrywania polskiej kultury. Udało nam się zorganizować kilka wyjątkowych wyjść i wydarzeń — ale po kolei…

Pierwszym z nich było spotkanie naszej londyńskiej grupy entuzjastów kultury polskiej. A że niemal wszyscy uczestnicy mają polskie korzenie, miejsce mogło być tylko jedno — legendarne Ognisko Polskie.

I trudno o miejsce bardziej symboliczne.

Powstałe na początku World War II Ognisko przez dziesięciolecia było bijącym sercem polskiej emigracji w Wielkiej Brytanii. To właśnie tutaj spotykali się politycy, artyści, wojskowi i intelektualiści; tutaj rodziły się ważne decyzje, dyskutowano o przyszłości Polski i podtrzymywano ducha wspólnoty z dala od ojczyzny. W Ognisku rezydowali przywódcy Polski na uchodźstwie — między innymi Władysław Sikorski oraz prezydent Władysław Raczkiewicz.

To również tutaj występowały największe postaci polskiej kultury emigracyjnej. Marian Hemar dodawał otuchy swoją poezją i humorem, Irena Delmar zachwycała głosem, a wśród bywalców można było spotkać takie nazwiska jak Feliks Topolski, Stanisław Baliński czy Arthur Rubinstein.

Ognisko miało nawet swoje legendarne stoliki — oficerskie, generalskie, artystyczne — a miejsce przy nich nie było przypadkowe. Przy generalskim siadali najważniejsi: Władysław Anders, Marian Kukiel, Tadeusz Bór-Komorowski, Stanisław Sosabowski i wielu innych.

Dziś Ognisko nadal pozostaje wyjątkowym miejscem na mapie Londynu — pełnym historii, atmosfery i świetnej polskiej kuchni. I właśnie tam spotkała się nasza grupka.

Było pysznie, inspirująco i bardzo serdecznie. Wspaniałe rozmowy, mnóstwo śmiechu i coś jeszcze wyjątkowego — dla wielu z nas było to pierwsze spotkanie „na żywo”, bo wcześniej znaliśmy się wyłącznie z ekranów Zooma 😊

A już w czerwcu kolejne spotkanie — tym razem rozmowa o książce "Guguły" autorstwa Wioletta Grzegorzewska (Greg) 😊

A o następnym wydarzeniu — tym razem teatralnym — opowiemy już w kolejnym poście. Zostańcie z nami 😊

Fully Accredited Summer Language Courses
🗓️ Deadline: 11 March 2026
🔗 https://www.gov.pl/web/unitedkingdom/nawa-summer-courses

In recent years, Poland has become one of Europe's most dynamic economies, leading the continent in GDP growth and a thriving R&D ecosystem. Learning Polish puts you at the heart of this momentum - opening doors to enormous professional, academic, and cultural opportunities.

This year's NAWA language instruction offer is bigger than ever. Programmes run in July and August and are available both in-person and online, and last 2, 3, or 4 weeks.

✅ Who Can Apply?
• Students enrolled/staff working at British universities
• British nationals

📋 How to Apply
Submit the following via email by midnight on 11 March 2026:

Your application should include:
1. Written responses to two short questions (in English):
- Why do you want to learn Polish? (150 words max);
- What excites you most about Polish culture? (100 words max);
2. Signed RODO/GDPR Information 2026
3. A short CV (one page max) outlining your academic experience.

Apply via [email protected].

Spaces are limited! Don't miss your chance to immerse yourself in the Polish language and culture. Apply early to secure your spot.

🎓 Fully Accredited Summer Language Courses
🗓️ Deadline: 11 March 2026
🔗 https://www.gov.pl/web/unitedkingdom/nawa-summer-courses

In recent years, Poland has become one of Europe's most dynamic economies, leading the continent in GDP growth and a thriving R&D ecosystem. Learning Polish puts you at the heart of this momentum - opening doors to enormous professional, academic, and cultural opportunities.

This year's NAWA language instruction offer is bigger than ever. Programmes run in July and August and are available both in-person and online, and last 2, 3, or 4 weeks.

✅ Who Can Apply?
• Students enrolled/staff working at British universities
• British nationals

📋 How to Apply
Submit the following via email by midnight on 11 March 2026:

Your application should include:
1. Written responses to two short questions (in English):
- Why do you want to learn Polish? (150 words max);
- What excites you most about Polish culture? (100 words max);
2. Signed RODO/GDPR Information 2026
3. A short CV (one page max) outlining your academic experience.

Apply via [email protected].

Spaces are limited! Don't miss your chance to immerse yourself in the Polish language and culture. Apply early to secure your spot.