Board Director / Raffle Chairman

Hi, my name is Karen Urban nee (Szalewski). I was born and raised in Milwaukee, WI. I am the 3rd generation to belong to the Polish Falcons, starting with my grandmother Viola Blicharz who was on the Board of Directors for many years. My mother, Virginia Szalewski, has been a Falcon member since 1939 and also ran the bar and bowling alleys from 1977-1982.

I also grew up in the Falcons and was in the gym class, bowling and Polish dancing for many years. I have been on the Board of Directors for the past 4 years and am also on the Fundraising & Awards committee. I have also become more involved since my nieces are very active in the gym class.

My daughter, Brittany Urban was also in the gym class and bowling since she was seven years old. Now that she has a son, I can't wait for him to start the gym class and bowling for he will be the 5th generation to be in the Polish Falcons.

I am so grateful to be a part of this great organization and for the chance for my children and grand children to have the opportunities that I had to keep up with my Polish heritage, for they are the future.

Czolem,

Karen Urban

p.s. Polish people rule!