Saturday, January 18th, 2020  I.P.A. Warm Up Dance Polonia Banquets:   4604 S Archer Ave. Chicago, IL ============================= Sunday, January 19th 2020 I.P.A. Festival of Bands  Glendora Banquets:  10225 S Harlem Ave Chicago Ridge, IL ============================= For our “out of town” polka friends . . . For Information on Hotel Accommodations:  Click Here! ============================= For Information on Hotel Accommodations:  Click Here! =============================  

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The  International  Polka  Association Releases  Historic  Recording   As the International Polka Association prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary, the organization is proud to announce the release of a historic recording: “Here’s a Gift”.  All Hall of Fame Inductees were invited to participate in this project, and the result included 39 Hall of Famers!  Never before has such a collection of polka stars come together to perform on the same song. The song “Here’s a…

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                  It is with deep sadness that we report the passing of International Polka Association Hall of Fame member Michael Nowakowski. Mike was inducted into the I.P.A. Hall of Fame in 2004, credited not only as a fine musician, but also as the President and Executive Producer of the Sunshine record label. We send our condolences and deepest of sympathies to Mike’s family and friends May his soul rest in peace. Click here…

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Please join our friends from the state of Texas as they celebrate January as “Polka Music Month” by holding their 5th annual International Polka Association fundraiser on Sunday, January 18th, 2020! Here are all of the details . . .  

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Please join the International Polka Association in Ludlow, Massachusetts the weekend of March 7th and 8th 2020 as we present our 15th Annual I.P.A. Hall of Fame Benefit dance weekend.   This year honoring the career and achievements of I.P.A. Hall of Fame member Eddie Guca of Toronto Canada.  Click here for Hotel Information Click here for Hotel Information

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of IPA Hall of Famer Dean Hansen. Dean was inducted into the International Polka Association Hall of Fame in 2016. Our deepest sympathies to all of Dean’s Family and Friends. Click here for Dean’s obituary & service details Click here for Dean’s IPA Hall of Fame biography

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                    It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of I.P.A. Hall of Fame member Stanley “Stas” Golonka.  Our deepest sympathies are extended to his wife Sue, his children Allan, Michelle, their families, and all of his friends. Please keep them all in your thoughts and prayers. Stas was inducted into the International Polka Association Hall of Fame in 2016. Known by all polka music…

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It is with deep sadness in our hearts that we announce the passing of former I.P.A. Director Bonnie Ryniec. Bonnie fought a strong, hard battle versus cancer and gave it her all.  We love you Bonnie, and will miss your laughter and beautiful smile.  Condolences to James “Whitey” Ryniec, Angela Campbell, Alex “Butch” Piet and Bonnie’s entire family and friends.  May her soul rest in peace. Services: Lord; may our friend Rest in peace .…

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Over the years, the IPA Polka Hall of Fame and Music Awards processes have rightfully recognized deserving polka musicians who attained prominence in the polka industry for their musical achievements that helped promote polka music and broaden its audience. Because of their highly visible roles, bandleaders or “front men and women” usually received most of the recognition for their groups’ success that may have contributed to their winning individual awards or their eventual inductions into…

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Many years ago, the late Joseph Jozwiak, a director of the IPA, proposed an award be bestowed upon an individual or group of individuals who made a significant contribution or endeavor to enhance the promotion of polka music. Originally named the Special Achievement Award, the International Polka Association voted to honor those worthy individuals. Following his passing, the award was renamed the Joe Jozwiak Special Achievement Award to pay tribute to Joe and his idea.…

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