Are you a new resident of Lublin who wants to immerse themselves in Polish culture? Join our "Culture in a casual way/Leisure with Culture" series, a series of informal meetings in English, designed specially for you!
In a friendly atmosphere, you will discover the richness of Polish history, cinema, photography, and music.
What to expect:
During our meetings, we will explore the wealth of Polish literature. We will also explore music, particularly the phenomenon of disco polo, which has become an integral part of Polish culture, and the influence of memes on contemporary social life. We will also touch on the historical aspects of Solidarity, its impact on Poland, and together we will discover the role of kremówka (vanilla slice) and the beaver in Polish memes. Another thing worth mentioning is curious cultural symbols such as 9:37 p.m. or the character of the bear, which are intertwined with Polish pop culture in a humorous and nostalgic way.
The meeting is open to all new residents of Lublin, students, and anyone interested in Polish culture!
Join us for this exciting opportunity to learn, connect, and explore Polish culture! Come with curiosity and discover Poland together with new friends!
Organizers' Bio:
Jolanta Prochowicz - co-founder of the Camera Femina Foundation. She conducts research and engages in social action concerning women's rights and inclusive language. She is also an activist in the field of LGBTQ+ rights and a Polish language and philosophy teacher at one of Lublin's high schools.
Bartosz Wójcik - literary critic, translator, and cultural manager. He has a PhD in the humanities, specializing in Caribbean culture. He is the author of the book "Afro-Caribbean Poetry in English: Cultural Traditions (1970s-2000s)" published by Peter Lang Verlag in 2015. He works at the Center for the Meeting of Cultures in Lublin.

The meeting will be held in English.

Join us every second Monday of the month (10.03, 14.04, 12.05, 9.06)
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Graphics used in the collage: Young Leosia - Wojciech Koziara, Wisława Szymborska - Joanna Helander, Agnieszka Osiecka - Witold Rozmysłowicz, Agnieszka Holland - Stefan Kraszewski
Janusz Gajos - promotional materials for the film "Kler"