Polish Language Workshops – “Travels Around Poland – Following the Footsteps of Our Ancestors”
March 2026, Kumppanuuskeskus The educational series “Travels Around Poland – Following the Footsteps of Our Ancestors” was a unique opportunity to combine learning, play, and the development of cultural identity among the youngest participants. Over the course of three inspiring weeks, children embarked on a symbolic journey across different regions of Poland, discovering not only […]
Sledding, barbecue and skiing… to celebrate the end of winter!
Sunday, 15 March 2026, Köykkyri (Kempele) Hiihtokeskus We have to admit – the end of winter surprised us this year! March, which is usually the best month for skiing and one of the best times to enjoy winter in Finland, turned out to be one of the warmest on record. The snow was disappearing before […]
Science Language Workshops – “Little Scientists”
February 2026, Kumppanuuskeskus “Little Scientists” was a series of four engaging STEM workshops that combined science education with learning the Polish language in an attractive and accessible way. The classes were designed for children to develop their curiosity about the world and their language skills through play, experimentation, and observation. The workshops were organised as […]
Costume Ball 2026
Sunday, 22 February 2026, Kumppanuuskeskus For the third time, the Association of Poles in Northern Finland celebrated the end of the carnival season in the best possible way – with a colourful and energetic costume ball 😊 As every year, our participants’ creativity did not disappoint. Among the guests were a gang of thieves, a […]
Fat Thursday* on a Saturday!
Saturday, 7 February 2026, Kumppanuuskeskus Cooking together is one of the favourite activities of the members of the Polish Association in Northern Finland. This year’s Fat Thursday on a Saturday was already the fifth edition of the event and – as always – proved to be a wonderful opportunity to meet, chat, and spend time […]
Board Games Evening
Friday, 23 January 2026 | Kumppanuuskeskus Board Games Evenings have already become a tradition of the Association of Poles in Northern Finland. Cold Friday winter evenings are a perfect opportunity to meet in a joyful, friendly atmosphere with a touch of healthy competition. We began this meeting with an exciting game of Bingo — the […]
In the World of Comic Books
Wednesday, 14 January 2026 – Oulu City Library (Keskustakirjasto Saari) The beginning of 2026 marks a period of numerous cultural events connected with Oulu 2026 – European Capital of Culture. One of the first highlights of this important cultural celebration was the reopening of the Oulu City Library after a long renovation.Through the workshop “In […]
Mikołajki – Polish X-mas Party
Saturday, 6 December 2025, Kumppanuuskeskus Another year proves that our Polish community in northern Finland never disappoints! For the fifth time, we gathered to welcome Saint Nicholas together — accompanied by Christmas carols, children’s laughter, and the aroma of festive treats — and above all, to enjoy the unique atmosphere that precedes Christmas. This year […]
A Walk in the Forest… or Rather Through Oulu
Sunday, 23 November 2025, Nallikari Forest Our next gathering, spent actively in the company of the Polish community on a Sunday afternoon, took place in a truly winter setting. Snow crunched under our boots, and the city, slowly sinking into a glow of shimmering lights, looked as if it had been pulled straight from a […]
Colourful Restaurant – Värikäs Ravintola – November 2025
15 November 2025, Pohjankartano School, Leevi Madetojankatu, Oulu This is already the seventh time that volunteers from the Association of Poles in Northern Finland represented Poland with delicious Polish dishes and baked goods at the hugely popular event in Oulu – the Colourful Restaurant. This time as many as 25 countries sold their homemade delicacies, […]