Polish Arts Club of Youngstown Celebrates 90th Year with Successful Scholarship, Art, Music & Tea Reception

The afternoon commenced with a welcome from President Mary Ann Mlynarski, President of the Polish Arts Club, followed by a poignant poetry reading by PAC member Agata Khoury, who recited "Przy Piwoniach" (By the Peonies) by Czesław Miłosz, adding a layer of literary depth to the celebration. This was followed by a captivating performance by renowned local harpist - and former PAC scholarship winner - Kirk Kupensky, who delighted the audience with selections from Vivaldi, Mozart, Debussy, and the beloved Polish composer, Chopin.

A highlight of the reception was the presentation of scholarships by Lisa Lotze, PAC Scholarship Chair. This year's deserving recipients are:

• Isabella Lyda Khoury is a Polish resident and student at Ohio State University who aspires to take on a leadership role in internal operations or logistics management within a leading retail or women's health company, with the ultimate goal of becoming a chief operating officer.
• Lucas John Mazur is a Polish resident and student at Youngstown State University who plans to pursue a career in the IT field, focusing on building a stable and fulfilling career while prioritizing health, family, and financial security.

The event concluded with a delightful tea and dessert reception, allowing attendees to mingle and celebrate the achievements of the scholarship recipients and Poland's rich cultural heritage.

The Polish Arts Club of Youngstown is proud to continue its 90-year tradition of promoting Polish culture in the Valley. The successful reception demonstrated the club's commitment to supporting education and fostering appreciation for the arts.

The event was free and open to the public.