In July the Voluntary Fire Brigade in Zabawa celebrated its 50th anniversary while the last weekend, on the other hand, 60th anniversary was celebrated by the firemen from Raciborsko.
The anniversary celebrations commenced with a holy service in the parish church in Raciborsko, after which a solemn passage of the fire brigade units accompanied by the brass band from Świątniki Górne took place. On the square in front of the fire station in Raciborsko elevation of the National Flag was performed,distinctions were presented and incidental speeches were made.On behalf of the Mayor of Wieliczka,the Vice-mayor, Henryk Gawor, presented the firemen from Raciborsko with a commemorative engraver.
The official part of the celebrations started somewhat later than planned, as unexpected heavy rainfall disrupted the programme of events prepared by the organisers.
During the momentary rainstorm the firemen, the invited guests and the residents gathered in the building of the fire station and chatted and reminisced about the 60 years long history of the Voluntary Fire Brigade.The further part of the programme proceeded without any disturbances.
After the incidental speeches were made and the distinctions for merits presented, the artistic programme accompanying the celebrations started.
A short introductory concert was performed by the Świątniki Górne Brass Band, after which the "Raciborsko" Song and Dance Ensemble performed in the Raciborsko Primary School sports field.
Both groups of the ensemble performed together - the older, more experienced one, and the younger - on the beginning of their artistic way.
The gathered guests had the chance to watch the Cracow and Rzeszów Dance Suites and to check if the proverb related to the idea of luck brought about by the fact of being touched by the Lajkonik's baton was a true one.
The event ended with a traditional party till dawn.