The Polish House in Fornebu is the longest operating such place in Norway. We had the opportunity to attend an extraordinary concert performed by Andrzej Kubacki. The guests were treated to a glass of noble Polish mead. We were there at the invitation of Bogdan Kulas - vice-president of the Association Poles in Norway.
Prayer first
Meetings on Fatima Day have already been a tradition of several years. The Polish House in Fornebu hosts praying Poles at that time, and the main intention is the homeland. This is of particular importance in the context of this year's Centenary of Regaining Independence by Poland. Saturday's meeting was part of the celebration of this unique jubilee.
Health of the President of the Republic of Poland
Bogdan Kulas called for a toast to the current President of the Republic of Poland. He added: "You can have some comments. It is worth emphasizing, however, that Poles have been crying for 123 years for a free and sovereign state. Therefore, let's raise a toast to make Poland even better, ”he said to the guests.
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"Hello everyone"
After making the toast, Bogdan Kulas gave the microphone to the musician - Andrzej Kubacki. “He would ask us to sit down and listen to the proposal with which I came to you, but not only. I composed a piece on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of Independence. In my wildest expectations, I did not expect such a reception. I posted the song on Facebook and in just 2 weeks, over 125 were viewed. times. I am very surprised by this. I am glad that we have the opportunity to receive such works as Poles, ”the artist said to the guests.
Andrzej Kubacki came with his own repertoire. So far, he has had the opportunity to perform with covers and classical songs. This time he came with his own compositions, which he shared with the gathered audience.
The Polish House in Fornebu
The Polish House in Fornebu is currently the oldest and longest operating of its kind facility in Norway. Various types of meetings are organized there, including: regarding the controversy surrounding the phrase "Polish extermination camps". The vast majority of these are patriotic and religious events. You can follow news and events on their Facebook profile, which you can find at this link >>>
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