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We invite leaders of Polish American organizations and community leaders to take part in POLONIA IMPACT DAY in Springfield, IL – an important civic advocacy visit to the Illinois State Capitol. Your participation will help demonstrate the strength, unity, and engagement of Polonia in public life, while providing a meaningful opportunity to represent the interests and priorities of our community directly to state legislators.By joining this effort, you will contribute to building a visible, respected, and effective Polish American presence in Springfield and to shaping lasting relationships that benefit Polonia across Illinois.
REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/gHVofGhs7wpJPedz5
AGENDA:
🔘6:00 AM
Departure by charter bus from the Polish National Alliance Headquarters, 6100 N Cicero Ave. Chicago, IL
Briefing and overview of the day’s objectives during transit. Refreshments served.
YOU CAN ALSO TRAVEL INDEPENDENTLY AND MEET US AT THE CAPITOL BUILDING AT 10:00AM
🔘10:00 AM
Arrival in Illinois State Capitol Building in Springfield, IL
🔘10:00 AM–12:00 PM
• Official welcome by Illinois Senator Robert Martwick
• Breakfast and meetings in the prestigious Room 114
• Guided tour of the Capitol
🔘12:00 PM–4:00 PM
• Participation in the Session of Illinois Senate. Attendance in the Senate Chamber gallery
• Remarks by Consul General of the Republic of Poland in Chicago, Mrs. Regina Jurkowska
• Presentation of an Illinois Senate Resolution honoring the Polish American community
• Inauguration of Illinois Legislative Polish Caucus
• Lunch break
• Meetings and interactions with state legislators
🔘4:30–7:00 PM
Networking and “Pierogi Reception”
Marine Bank Building
Reception with Illinois elected officials, community leaders, and invited guests
Pierogis and other delicacies from the Małopolska region of Poland will be served.
7:30 PM
Departure from Springfield
Approximately 11:30 PM
Return to Chicago. Arrival at PNA Headquarters
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Illinois State Capitol, Springfield, IL, United States
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