Next Dozynki festival scheduled for the last Sunday in October 2012!!!Dożynki 2010Wow Dozynki 2010 - what an amazing day!!! The weather held up, it only rained a little in the morning and a great day was had by all. Highlights included the beautiful, colourful costumes and fantastic dancing by the folkloric groups - Adelaide's own Tatry and Pilsko from Zywiec, Poland. Pilsko performed a very touching version of the Australian national anthem during the opening ceremony and a traditional "highlander" style version of the Polish anthem, not to mention their amazing singing during the holy mass - there were tears of emotion from many amongst the crowd. The Tatry ensemble just gets bettter and better, with some amazing and energetic performances from all the team - including the very professional seniors to the cutest little ones. Also during the opening we heard from The Hon Grace Portlolesi MP, Minister for Multicultural Affairs, The Hon David Ridgeway MLC, Consul General of the Republic of Poland in Sydney Mr Daniel Gromann and our Dozynki President Lilia Zyzniewski. Entertainment on stage continued throughout the day with Asia Lunarzewska, who continues to be amazing - our special guest from NSW, performing her hits and many crowd favourites, as well as many talented local performers including Nicola Grant, Natalia Krol, Marta & Andy, Dobra Nowina & Adlibitum. Polonia Croydon Kings (2010 Premiers!!!) and the Polish Taekwondo who showcased their skills and added a sporting element, not to mention the "Snopek" sheaf throwing competition won by Grant Moritz. By 5pm, those who had not yet had their fill of delicious Polish food from the many various stalls, could sign up for the "Pierogi" (dumpling) eating competition won by Kim Kramarczuk - Ladies Section who also won the ladies sheaf throwing and Sebastian Gawel - Men's Section. As the sun slowly set, Asia Lunarzewska performed again in the main tent, with her special "mystery" guest and then the bands rounded off the night with some more dance music. Thanks to everyone who attended for making it such a great day but especially all the volunteers, sponsors and VIP guests. As was heard often around the oval - "do zobaczenia na Dozynkach" - see you at the next Dozynki.... |
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Special thanks to all our past and present sponsors, media partners, stall holders and volunteers without whom the festival would not have been going strong in SA since 1979. We also welcome new sponsors, media partners, stallholders and volunteers as well as your photos for our online gallery. Please email info@dozynki.com.au See you at Dożynki....!!! "Do zobaczenia na Dożynkach" |
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