Dennis Polisky & Maestro's Men – January 2015 Newsletter
IPA Posts Photos of Warm-Up Dance and Festival of Bands 2015
Polonia Today has been updated for January
Friends, Polonia Today has been updated for January. You can catch up at http://www.poloniatoday.com . There’s some very interesting info at the site. It ranges from Jaroslaw Kaczynski getting a slap from Poland’s highest courts to a look forward at the start of Lent with herring, to a “heartfelt” item…
4TH ANNUAL JOINT DANCE WITH THE IPA AND LET’S POLKA USA
It's Here!!! The IPA Festival of Bands and Warm-Up Dance
Saturday, January 17th, 2015 IPA Warm-Up Dance Polonia Banquets 4604 S Archer Ave Chicago, IL Musical Entertainment by Freeze Dried Sunday, January 18th, 2015 IPA Festival of Bands Glendora Banquets 10225 S Harlem Ave Chicago Ridge, IL Musical Entertainment by 8 great Chicago area polka bands! Music Company (12pm –…
IPA Members Can Renew Membership Online
Just a reminder to new IPA members or those wishing to renew their membership…You can now buy a membership or renew your membership on the IPA web site, using a credit card! http://www.ipapolkas.com/store/#!/IPA-Membership/c/9757298/offset=0&sort=normal
Chicago's Polish Carolers Create New Facebook Page
In 1972, during the Christmas Holidays, Chet Kowalkowski and Stas Bulanda were having a few drinks at the Omen Restaurant and Lounge on the south side of Chicago. Chet brought up the subject of caroling as his father and Frank Labuda did in the 1940’s. Somehow, as the years went…
Polonia Today Online has been updated for December
Polonia Today Online at http://www.poloniatoday.com has been updated for December. This month is an exceptional package of interesting news, historical facts, holiday recipes and polka items. There is truly something for everyone. We wish you a Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah … or whatever rocks your sleigh. T. Ron Jasinski-Herbert Editor-in-Chief…
Polish Night – St. John the Baptist Church Alden, NY
WSKG TV in Binghamton, NY has just released the upcoming schedule for TV show tapings.
Jason Flynn announces… WSKG TV in Binghamton has just released the upcoming schedule for TV show tapings. Sat 1/17/15 Tony’s Polka Band Sat 1/24/15 Americas Polka Sweetheart Stephanie Sat 1/31/15 The Piatkowski Brothers All shows tape from 1-3PM. Admission is FREE, but you must preregister. 607-729-0100 WSKG TV 601 Gates…
Alex Meixner Christmas Presents
Don’t forget to stock up on Alex Meixner CDs, t-shirts and hatpins for Christmas presents. Order soon to get them in time to tuck under the tree!http://alexmeixner.com/alexstore/ While you are there, be sure to check out a new feature in the web store— we’ve added a section named “Alex’s Favs”…
Piatkowski Brothers' Father Passes Away
It is with great sorrow we announce that the father of Al, Rob, and Gary Piatkowski has passed away. http://obits.syracuse.com/obituaries/syracuse/obituary.aspx?n=michael-stanley-piatkowski&pid=173462272&fhid=22216
Tickets are available for the 10th annual IPA Benefit Dance to be held on February 28 and March 1, 2015, in Ludlow, MA
Get your tickets now for the 10th annual IPA Benefit Dance to be held in Ludlow, MA February 28 and March 1. It’s guaranteed to be another sell out! See flyer for more information.
Durty Nelly's in Parma, OH Cancels All Polka Events
It has been reported that Durty Nelly’s has changed ownership, its name (Nice Shot Bar & Grill) and has cancelled all polka events that were scheduled to take place there in the coming months. The new owner has said he is no longer interested in hosting any polka events. He…
Happy Louie Comes Out Of Retirement To Sing A Song
The Albany Polish Community Center’s Annual Christmas Celebration!!!
The PCC’s Annual Christmas Celebration!!! Join us and have some fun listening and dancing to two bands … Tony’s Polka Band & The Figiel Brothers Let’s keep our Polish Traditions alive! Bring your children, grandchildren, all your family and friends! Enjoy the day with dinner, dancing and Christmas Carols as…
Polka Fireworks 2015 – Band Announcement
Polka Fireworks 2015 All the bands have been confirmed for the 2015 Polka Fireworks Festival! Polka Family rounds out a fabulous line-up for next year! http://polkafireworks.com/bands/ Polka Family (PA) Lenny Gomulka & Chicago Push (MA) Ray Jay & the Carousels (PA) Henny & the Versa J’s (PA) Knewz (NY) DynaBrass…
INFORMATION ON THE "MOLLIE B CHRISTMAS SPECIALS"
INFORMATION ON THE “MOLLIE B CHRISTMAS SPECIALS” – DVDs and TV airings The Mollie B Christmas Special was performed live in Branson, MO with a cast of 32 musicians, dancers, and singers. The fans who made the trip to Branson are calling this the “Best Christmas Special yet.” Wait no…
Gary's Ridgeland Dutchmen CD's Available at CDBaby.com
Our music for Gary’s Ridgeland Dutchmen is now available through CD Baby – http://www.cdbaby.com/. If interested, click on the link and then search for Gary’s Ridgeland Dutchmen. All 8 of our CD’s are available through there, including our Gospel/Christmas CD. Thank you! Gary Brueggen http://www.cdbaby.com/Search/R2FyeSdzIFJpZGdlbGFuZCBEdXRjaG1lbg%3d%3d/0
Patrick Henry Presents: The Great Thanksgiving Weekend Polka Trot!
Patrick Henry Presents: The Great Thanksgiving Weekend Polka Trot! Four Great Bands, Three Big Days, Two Legendary Locations, One Heck-of-a-Good Time! Friday-Sunday, November 28, 29 and 30, 2014 When/Where: Friday, Glendora Banquets, 10225 S. Harlem Avenue, Chicago Ridge, Illinois 60415 Music by: The Polka Family Band* from Pennsylvania! Doors Open…
IPA Festival of Chicago Polka Bands Schedule for January 18, 2015
Donald T. Jodlowski Passes
New Polka Show: Capitol City Polka Time on FM Radio from Hartford, CT
The Latest News From Bel-Aire Enterprises – November 2014
50th Anniversary Thanksgiving Eve Polka Hop Polonia Banquet Hall 4604 S. Archer Ave – Chicago, IL on Wednesday, November 26, 2014 Music 7-11 pm Featuring…The Music Company Doors open 6:30 pm – Tickets $10 at the Door Door Prizes – Turkeys – CDs ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ GET READY! November 28-December 1 It’s…
Octoberfest Extravaganza 2015
The Mollie B Christmas Special is Quickly Approaching
4 SHOWS, 2 DAYS, AND ONE HOLIDAY MEMORY YOU WON’T SOON FORGET! The Mollie B Christmas Special is quickly approaching, and we invite you to join us! Taking place at RFD-TV the Theatre in Branson, MO on November 8th and 9th, this Christmas show features Mollie B along with our…
Tony Blazonczyk's New Phaze Releases New CD – BREAKDOWNS…the PHAZE that never ends…
Tony Blazonczyk’s New Phaze is proud to announce the release of our brand new CD. Visit our web store and order a copy today! Sample Songs New Phaze Web Site!
Visit Polonia Today Online
You are invited to visit Polonia Today at http://www.poloniatoday.com . Unlike some other news sites, it’s completely free. Items this month will inform you about Threats to Poland, the New Polish Cabinet, a Karski Play in Warsaw, the Polish-U.S. Business Relationship, and much more. For polka fans, there are not…
Bandleaders and Musicians – Creating and Marketing Your "Brand"
Creating and Marketing Your Brand – Here is an interesting blog about creating a “brand” for your band: How To “Make It” In Music, Just like I Never Did
The Cleveland Polka Association 2015 Schedule of Events!
The Cleveland Polka Association is excited to announce our line up for 2015. We’re gearing up for a fantastic year and there will fun and new surprises in store! Please also check out our website for additional details: www.cpapolkas.com Jan 11, 2015 – Lounge Party – Holiday Inn, Independence OH…
IPA and USPA in Cleveland
It’s right around the corner! We hope you can join the IPA and USPA in Cleveland on Saturday, October 18 for a Joint Polka Celebration with music by Lenny Gomulka & Chicago Push. https://polkaconcerts.com/events/ipa-and-uspa-joint-polka-celebration/
Maestro's Men – October News
The Maestro’s Men have released their October newsletter. Click Here For The Full Newsletter: Maestro’s Men October Newsletter
Patrick Henry Presents a Thanksgiving Weekend Polka Trot!
So, Thanksgivings Weekend is coming soon! Heck, we’ve already had our first snow! It’s that time of year… To POLKA! Please come and join me for a trio of fantastic Polka Parties that will satisfy your polka cravings though the winter! You know you want to! Three BIG days, Three…
Oktoberfest with Box On – Sunday, October 12, 2014
Oktoberfest with Box On – Sunday, October 12, 2014 October 12, 2014 at Glendora House featuring Box On from Michigan Box On is the culmination of time in the life of one family. Rick and Alicia Vinecki have been married for twenty-four years. Rick had his own band, The Melody…
Free Polish American Journal Download
Per Mark Kohan: Thanks to a few kind donors (and to help promote October as Polish Heritage Month), you can download a free PDF version of the October 2014 edition of the Polish American Journal. Just go to our home page and click on the newspaper cover. (You will need…
The Cleveland Polka Association's 1st Annual Lounge Party!
The Cleveland Polka Association is excited to announce something new for the 2015 year! Please join us on Sunday, January 11th, 2015 for the CPA’s 1st Annual Lounge Party! We’ll be celebrating the end of the holidays, a successful new year and NFL play-offs! Join us in the lounge of…
Polka Concerts' Web SIte Under Construction
Please, pardon our mess. We are currently rebuilding our web site and switching to a whole new format. For now, the old concert dates will display in the old format. As we move forward, we will add the dates to the new calendar. Thank you for your patience.
Polka Country Musicians & The Knewz Announce a January 2015 Cruise!!!
Good news!!! Mark the dates down: January 31 – February 7, 2015!! Polka Country is going cruising again!!! PCM and The Knewz (with more details to follow) will be on Princess Cruise Lines departing Ft. Lauderdale, FL for a Western Caribbean cruise!! Watch our web sites: www.polkacountry.com and www.oceanbeachparkpolkadays.com for…