Pine Island-based Polonaise Society to present annual ball

MIDDLETOWN — In observance of Polish Heritage Month, the Hudson Valley Polonaise Society is presenting its annual Polonaise Ball on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 6 to 10 p.m. The ball will be held at the Elk’s Club, 48 Prospect St., Middletown.

The menu includes a prime rib dinner. Music will be provided by Dennis Polisky and the Maestro’s Men Orchestra. This orchestra was inducted into the International Polka Association as the “Favorite Instrumental Group” for 2014.

The event will begin with the Polonaise, a stately Polish dance with roots extending back into the 16th century. The Polish dance group Pokolenie, based in Pine Island, will entertain. The dancers were established in June of 2012 and their debut performance was for Timothy Cardinal Dolan at the 100th anniversary celebration of St. Stanislaus Church in Pine Island. They have entertained audiences in the local area and have also performed at the Pulaski Day Parade in New York City.

The Hudson Valley Polonaise Society is dedicated to preserving the beautiful customs and traditions of Polish Heritage. All are invited for a wonderful evening of dining and dancing.

For ticket information or reservations, contact Hilda at 845-294-9254 or Barbara at 845-856-7526 or email katrinae@frontiernet.net.