For this year’s bonfire celebration marking the end of the year of studying Esperanto and English languages, CEM chose a campsite located in a picturesque valley in Uhryń, beneath Hala Łabowska.
Monday, May 19th, greeted us with cold and rain. Lighting the bonfire was nearly a miracle – let alone preparing any food.
Fortunately, our visit to the nearby private Art Gallery of painter Mr. Stanisław Chomiczewski, a graduate of the Academy of Fine Arts in Kraków, turned out to be rich not only in aesthetic and spiritual experiences.
Mr. and Mrs. Ewa and Stanisław Chomiczewski graciously provided us with shelter, lent us a grill, and gave us a guided tour of their home, which is steeped in the spirit of history and art.
In the Artist’s studio, we learned about his working process. Mr. Stanisław told us about the history and tragic fate of the Lemko people who lived in these areas before World War II.
Together, we sang scout songs and tunes from the Łowczówek region, accompanied by an accordion and surrounded by oil portraits of Marshal Piłsudski, herds of horses, and charming landscapes of the Sądecki region – adding to the magical atmosphere of this remarkable gathering. At the end, we received exhibition catalogues of Mr. Stanisław’s work, each with a personalized dedication and autograph.
Breaking news: During the ceremonial session of the Nowy Sącz County Council on June 13th, 2025, Stanisław Chomiczewski was honored with the title “Meritorious for the Sądecka Land.” This recognition crowns the 50th anniversary of the Artist’s creative work.
Alicja Skalska, transl. Admin
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