Polski Ośrodek Społeczno-Kulturalny

14.06| Związek Pisarzy Polskich na Obczyźnie zaprasza na spotkanie z Janem Głażewskim z RPA
2025-06-14 16:00 - 18:00 UTC | Sala wykładowa PUNO
Związek Pisarzy Polskich na Obczyźnie zaprasza na spotkanie z Janem Głażewskim z RPA, który opowie o poszukiwaniach rodzinnego srebra zakopanego na Ukrainie we wrześniu 1939. O tej pełnej dramatycznych wątków przygodzie napisał książkę „Blood and Silver”. W tym roku książka została przetłumaczona na język polski. Prelekcja naszego gościa będzie wygłoszona po angielsku. 14 czerwca sala wykładowa PUNO 16.00 Wolne datki

14.06| Jazz concert:STEFANIA ARCIERI/STEVE FISHWICK/BRUNO HEINEN!
2025-06-14 20:00 - 22:30 UTC | Jazz Cafe POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
STEFANIA ARCIERI/STEVE FISHWICK/BRUNO HEINEN!Singer and composer Stefania Arcieri returns to London to meet the formidable trumpeter Steve Fishwick and the extraordinary pianist Bruno Heinen and give life to a precious evening in which a musical program full of surprises will be presented! 14 June Tickets and more info: jazzcafeposk.org

15.06| The final of the 14th edition of the Wierszowisko 2025
2025-06-15 | Teatr POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
The final of the 14th edition of the Wierszowisko 2025 competition organised by the Polish Educational Society in the UK: Polska Macierz Szkolna w Wielkiej Brytanii.

15.06| Meet the author, Marta Dziuk-Kaczynska
2025-06-15 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
Tydzień Polski invites you to a meeting with Marta Dziok-Kaczyńska, author of ‘Anglia. Czas na herbatę’.
POSklub, Sunday 15 June, 4.00 p.m.

20.06| Jazz concert: The Imperial College Big Band
2025-06-20 20:00 - 22:30 UTC | Jazz Cafe POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
IMPERIAL COLLEGE BIG BAND

The Imperial College Big Band returns to Jazz Café POSK with a set full of swing, Latin, and funk. Blending classic big band sounds with fresh arrangements, the band brings lively ensemble playing and great solo features for a night of top-quality jazz!

20 June
Tickets and more info: jazzcafeposk.org

21.06| London's Authors Meeting
2025-06-21 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Atrium, 238-246 King Street, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
Dariusz Zeller and Remi Juśkiewicz invite you for the next authors meeting on June 21st at 6 pm in Atrium room.

21.06| Jazz conerct:MONKIN' AROUND QUARTET!
2025-06-21 20:00 - 22:30 UTC | Jazz Cafe POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
MONKIN’ AROUND QUARTET!Monkin’ Around is, at its heart, a trio of drums, bass and sax from all around the globe. Luke Fowler (from Australia) on bass, Billy Pod (from Greece) on drums, and Dave O’Higgins (of English-Irish-Mexican extraction) on sax. 21 June Tickets and more info: jazzcafeposk.org

22.06| Śpiewowisko. Finał
2025-06-22 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Teatr POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
5. jubileuszowa edycja Festiwalu Polskiej Piosenki ŚPIEWOWISKO 2025 pod hasłem “Ambasadorowie Polskości Śpiewają”! Kiedy? 22 czerwca 2025 Gdzie? Sala Teatralna POSK, Londyn Dla kogo? Dzieci i młodzież 4–16 lat z całej Wielkiej Brytanii Zaśpiewaj dowolną polską piosenkę – od średniowiecza po współczesność! Na wszystkich czekają medale, dyplomy, a dla najlepszych – nagrody! Udział jest bezpłatny! Rejestracja do 31 maja 2025: LINK DO ZGŁOSZEŃ: https://tinyurl.com/mz7h5ttv

22.06| Family picnic organised by the Polish Library in Ravenscourt Park
2025-06-22 12:00 - 18:00 UTC | London
The Polish Library POSK in London and the Polish Social and Cultural Association cordially invite you to the family picnic in Ravenscourt Park on the 22nd of June (Sunday), organised to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. The opening will take place at 12 noon.
On the 8th of May 1945, the greatest conflict in human history, World War II, came to an end in Europe. Although this day did not bring freedom to Poland, it did bring an end to one of the most dramatic events in history. That is why the Polish Library POSK in London is organising a joint meeting of Poles, Englishmen and people of different nationalities to celebrate this historic moment together in the friendly atmosphere of a family picnic, with music, games and good food.
There are many attractions on the programme, including performances on stage by Polish and British soloists, folk and musical groups. The youngest children, for whom the organisers have prepared many attractions, will be able to take part in free art workshops. The event is supported by: Polish Embassy in London, Hammersmith & Fulham Council, TransefGo as the main sponsor.
The picnic will also feature presentations by several Polish and British business owners.
The picnic will last from 12 noon to 6 pm.
Address: 5 Parkside, Hammersmith W6 0UA, London

Featuring artistic performances, food stalls, children’s art workshops, a book fair and lots of activities for the whole family!
Entry is free!

27.09| Marek Dyjak concert
2025-06-27 20:00 - 21:30 UTC | Studio POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
Marek Dyjak w LondynieMarek zagra dwa wyjątkowe koncerty, prezentując utwory z najnowszego albumu “Mężczyźni”. 26-27 Września 2025 20.00 Studio Posk Bilety i więcej info: rb.gy/a0book (26 września) – rb.gy/jm1j8d (27 września).

27.06| Jazz Cafe: Way Out West presents: Mingus Ah Um!
2025-06-27 20:00 - 22:30 UTC | Jazz Cafe POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
Way Out West presents: Mingus Ah Um!
Mingus Ah Um by Charles Mingus was one of the definitive recordings of 1959, now known as “the year that changed jazz”! Tonight’s programme is a rare opportunity to hear it in the original instrumentation of 3 saxes, trombone, piano, bass and drums, and includes “Fables of Faubus”, “Better Git It In Your Soul” and “Goodbye Pork Pie Hat”!

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28.06| Meeting with Professor Arkady Rzegocki entitled ‘The Role of Poland in Modern Europe’
2025-06-28 16:00 - 20:00 UTC | Sala Malinowa
The POSK Polish Library in London would like to invite you to a meeting with Professor Arkady Rzegocki entitled ‘The Role of Poland in Modern Europe’.
The event will take place on 28 June at 4 p.m. in theMalinowa Room of POSK.
Arkady Rzegocki, political scientist, professor at the Jagiellonian University, founder of the Polish Scientific Centre at the Jagiellonian University in London. Ambassador of the Republic of Poland in London in the years: 2016-2021, Ambassador of the Republic of Poland in Dublin (2023-2024), Head of the Foreign Service (2021-2023).

28.06|Between Bow and Key Polish Violin Duo
2025-06-28 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Teatr POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
Polish Violin Duo consisting of Marta Gidaszewska and Robert Łaguniak will play alongside Artur Haftman (piano)
We are proud to present an extraordinary evening of music featuring the acclaimed Polish Violin Duo, comprised of violinists Marta Gidaszewska and Robert Łaguniak. Known internationally for their virtuosic performances and dedication to showcasing both classical and lesser-known works, the Duo brings their passionate artistry and nearly 200 international competition awards to the stage.
Joining them for this special performance is internationally celebrated pianist Artur Haftman, renowned for his deeply expressive interpretations of Chopin and extensive global concert career. Together, this powerful collaboration promises a program rich in musical depth and dynamic artistry.

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28.06| KIRSTY KING QUARTET: A SUMMER'S REFRAIN!
2025-06-28 20:00 - 22:30 UTC | Jazz Cafe POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
KIRSTY KING QUARTET: A SUMMER’S REFRAIN!
As June reaches its golden peak, join acclaimed jazz vocalist Kirsty King and her quartet for an evening that captures the romance and warmth of a summer night that feels suspended in time. With silky, expressive vocals and a deep affinity for the Great American Songbook, Kirsty brings elegance and soul to timeless jazz classics.
Inspired by the slow burning charm of long forgotten evenings when music drifted through open windows and the night stretched on with promise, this performance evokes the softness of twilight and the gentle heat of midsummer air.
From spirited swing to dusky ballads, Kirsty and her quartet reimagine classic tunes with style and spontaneity, creating an atmosphere that shimmers with jazz tradition and contemporary flair!
Kirsty King is a jazz singer whose voice carries the elegance of the past and the feeling of the present—soulful, smooth, and deeply expressive.

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01.07| The Pilsudski Institute: The exhibit of the month for July
2025-07-01 11:00 - 2025-07-31 19:00 UTC | Instytut Piłsudskiego w Londynie
The exhibit of the month for July is a silver letter-opening knife with a bas-relief depicting the bust of Józef Piłsudski.
The Institute is located on the second floor of the POSK, and is open to the public every Tuesday and Thursday from 11 am to 7 pm.
Admission is free!

60 Annual General Meeting, 5 July 2025
2025-07-05 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | Sala Malinowa
60 Annual General Meeting of members of the Polish Social and Cultural Association will be held in the Malinowa Hall, Saturday the 5th of July 2025 at 11 am.

07.07| Musical "Young Frankenstein".
2025-07-07 19:30 - 2025-07-13 21:00 UTC | Teatr POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
The City Academy Musical Theatre companies are back at POSK in July with their summer production of “Young Frankenstein”.Fun musical based on Mel Brooks’ classic film. It follows Frederick Frankenstein, a talented but hesitant neurosurgeon who inherits his grandfather’s creepy castle in Transylvania.Dates: 7th – 13th July 2025, time: 7:30 pm, POSK Theatre. Tickets and more info: rb.gy/gghv8i

10.07| Free legal advice for Poles in the UK
2025-07-10 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Sala Orłów, 238-246 King Street, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
The Polish Social and Cultural Centre invites you to free legal advice for Poles in the UK led by mecenas Marzena Konarzewska, a family law specialist.
10 July
Sala Orłów from 6 pm to 8 pm.

10.07| Catherine the Great: The World’s Greatest Collector - lecture by Andrew Prince
2025-07-10 20:00 - 21:00 UTC | Sala Malinowa
Catherine the Great: The World’s Greatest Collector – lecture by Andrew PrinceIn 1745, a Princess from the minor province of Anhalt-Zerbst in Saxony, married Prince Karl Peter Ulrich of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorf, heir to the Imperial Russian Throne. She was Princess Sophie Auguste Frederike and by 1762 she had deposed her, was crowned Empress Catherine II and became the sole ruler of the Russian Empire. 10 July 8.00 pmMore info: theartssocietychiswick.org.uk

13.07| The Essence of Existence. New exhibition at POSK Gallery
2025-07-13 10:30 - 2025-07-18 19:30 UTC | Galeria POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, Hammersmith, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
The Essence of Existence. New exhibition at POSK Gallery by Farhad Soltanie.

19.07| New exhibition at POSK Gallery
2025-07-19 10:30 - 2025-07-25 19:30 UTC | Galeria POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, Hammersmith, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
A group art exhibition by six female artists: She Paints the World.
Free entry!

23.07|Storytelling in Times of War: Reflections on Ukraine.
2025-07-23 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
Storytelling in Times of War: Reflections on Ukraine.Just Bcoz Productions invite you for a panel event exploring the power of storytelling during times of crisis, with a specific focus on the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian war.We will be joined by four speakers working across different disciplines, each offering a unique perspective on how stories can remedy, confront and shape our understanding of Ukraine at this critical moment in its history.Olesya Khromeychuk, a writer, historian and director of the Ukrainian Institute in London.James Waterhouse, the BBC’s Ukrainian correspondent and regular presenter of Ukrainecast.Julian Simmonds, a photographer who has worked on the frontlines of Ukraine since 2014.Anastasiya Ador, a comedy actor and writer who specialises in clowning as a form of theatrical storytelling.The event is presented by Just Bcoz Productions and all ticket sales will support their debut play, Refuse, inspired by true stories from Ukraine and showcasing at Edinburgh Fringe this August. 50% of profits from the play will be donated to rebuilding homes and communities in Ukraine, through United24’s ‘Rebuild Ukraine’ initiative.The panel will be hosted by Refuse’s director, Anastazie Toros, who is currently completing a PhD on representations of migration and displacement within the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian war. The evening will close with a special performance from Refuse’s Vasyl Sydorko and Lucy McIlgorm.We hope you can join us for a night of cultural collaboration, creative connection and a chance to explore our impact as storytellers on the world stage.DOORS OPEN @ 6:30PM.PANEL BEGINS @ 7:30PM.POST-EVENT DRINKS @ 9:00PM.

27.07| Gardens of Life Exhibition
2025-07-27 10:00 - 21:00 UTC | Galeria POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, Hammersmith, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
Gardens of Life Exhibition at POSK Gallery: 27.07 – 8.08. 2025.

03.08| Warsaw Uprising Commemoration Concert
2025-08-03 17:00 - 18:30 UTC | Studio POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
POSK Theatre, Retro Singers and guests cordially invite you to the Warsaw Uprising Commemoration Concert August 3 4:45 pmFree admission – seat reservations required at Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/40KYlDw

09.08| New exhibition at POSK Gallery
2025-08-09 10:00 - 2025-08-22 21:00 UTC | Galeria POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, Hammersmith, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
The exhibition “In Depth” by Karolina Jarosławska and Dorota Raniszewska will be open from 9 to 22 August.
Admission free!

10.08| Jazz Singing Workshops with Jazz musician and composer Jill Jarman.
2025-08-10 12:00 - 17:00 UTC | POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
Jazz Singing Workshops with Jazz musician and composer Jill Jarman.Sunday, 10 AugustTickets in advance only: https://rb.gy/0401ko

23.08| Marek Batorski Exhibition
2025-08-23 10:00 - 2025-09-04 21:00 UTC | Galeria POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, Hammersmith, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
Convergence of Arts. A new exhibition of paintings by Marek Batorski. 23.08-4.09.2025.
Vernissage: 23.08 at 6 pm.

07.09| New exhibition at POSK Gallery by Joanna Ciechanowska & Ryszard Rybicki
2025-09-07 10:00 - 2025-09-17 21:00 (Europe/London) | Galeria POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, Hammersmith, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
Private view: 9 September, 6. pm.

Free entry!

09.09| Private view: Joanna Ciechanowska & Ryszard Rybicki
2025-09-09 18:00 - 19:00 (Europe/London) | Galeria POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, Hammersmith, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
9 September, 6 pm, POSK Gallery.
Free entry!

13.09| The Open House Festival
2025-09-13 | POSK, 238-246 King Street, London, London, W6 0RF, United Kingdom
OPEN HOUSE: We are delighted to once again take part in the Open House Festival with guided tours of the building on the 13th & 14th September 2025 Polish Library POSK Jazz Cafe POSK POSK Theatre POSK Gallery Polish restaurantsMore information: https://open-city.org.uk/open-house-festival
