The Polish Endorse Chicago 2016 at Chicago Going Olympic

The Polish American Awareness Foundation wants Chicago to be the host city for the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games. This group, which is dedicated to promoting a positive image of Poles, declared it in style at Chicago Going Olympic on Lightology’s green rooftop. The multi-tiered oasis in the heart of River North hosted approximately 300 people who support the bid.

Many are both currently and historically involved in the Olympics. Janusz Tatera, Poland’s Olympic Attache Counselor, attended the event after flying straight from Beijing. Also present was Edward Korfanty, Head Coach for U.S. Women Fencing. Under his instruction Mariel Zagunis won the gold medal in 2004 at Athens and again this year in Beijing. Janusz Peciak is not only an Olympic Gold Medalist in Pentathlon and an 8-time Pentathlon World Champion, he’s also the Head Coach of the U.S. Modern Pentathlon. Piotr Nowak is the Assistant Head Coach for the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team, and he also led the Chicago Fire to a victory in the MLS Cup in their first year.

The open bar offered Stawski vodka and the cuisine included traditional pierogies, but what was really impressive was the table laden with pastries. Towers and trays of goodies looked so good it was almost a shame to eat them. The Olympic-logo cake was left largely untouched most of the night - it seemed a travesty to cut into the rings!

Also featured was a silent auction to raise money for youth athletic scholarships. Prizes included Bally and Lakeshore Athletic Club memberships, a stay at Trump International Hotel and Tower, and dinner for two at NoMI.

It was a great evening that showcased the best and brightest, and was just another example of why Chicago should host the  Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2016.