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Official Publication of The Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas, Founded 1897
Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SPJST Home Office, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 ISSN-07458800 VOLUME 88 NUMBER 13
Kurtin wins 2000 SPJST State Taroky Tourney
Slovak culture and cooking influenced by Czech neighbors
Edith
S lovak
culture and cuisine have been touched by Hungarian, Russian, Polish, German and Czech influences, but Slovakia's favorite dishes still remain uniquely delicious. Along with creative preparation of certain staples, such as potatoes, cabbage and noodles, Slovak cuisine is also noted for its pastries, rich butter and cream dishes and pork specialties. Bryndzove halusky (noodles with goat cheese) and wellseasoned dishes like goulash are also widely enjoyed. Wine, beer and slivovica (plum brandy) and borovicka (a drink created from juniper berries) are popular beverages. Compiled and written by Sylvia and John Lorinc, this cookbook features over 100 easy-to-follow Slovak recipes, including such favorites as Caraway Seed Soup (Kminova Polievka), Stuffed Peppers, (Plnene Papriky), Braided Bread (Babovka) and Christmas Dumplings (Bobalky). Among the chapters included are: Soups; Vegetables and Side Dishes; Main Dishes; and Desserts and Breads. All recipes are adapted for the North American kitchen. Syliva Lorinc is a foreign language teacher. She was born and raised in Bratislava, Slovakia and learned to (Continued on page three.) Discount Rate Offer for SPJST Members
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THE NEXT MILLENN UM AND BEYOND. One Tee-nffic Design Congratulations to Kyle Skrabanek, 11, a member of the Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club for submitting the winning entry in the SPJST's Year 2000 Summer Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest. For his creativy, Kyle receives...
A total of 119 young people participated in this year's contest. Please see page 14 for other top finishers and a listing of all participants.
Winning design for camp tee-shirt is "out of this world" by State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny Congratulations to Kyle Skrabanek of Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club. Kyle's design, based on the theme "The Next Millennium and Beyond," will be featured on this year's camp tee-shirts. This year's tee-shirt design contest featured 120 creative entries in four age categories. Age category winners are: Ages 6 to 8 Johnna Schwartz of Lodge 160, San Angelo Ages 9 to 11 Kyle Skrabanek of Lodge 17, New Tabor
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Ages 12 to 14 Dwayne Macek of Lodge 9, Snook
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Ages 15 to High School Senior Justin Engelke of Lodge 66, Waco
Congratulations to all of the winners and the participants for a job well done. Participants will receive a recognition certificate and 20 points to be applied toward the youth program's merit point system. Please turn to page 12 a listing of all participants. Judges for this year's contest were Barbara Wilson, owner of Wilson School of Art in Temple; Katherine Smith, who holds an Associate of Arts degree; and Bill Hale, owner of H&H T-Shirt Printing Co. in Belton. T-shirts will be available for purchase for $4.10 for youth and adult sizes; $5.10 for adult 2X-large; and $6.10 for adult 3-X large. Youth club members attending camp will receive their tee-shirts at camp. Tee-shirts can also be mailed for an additional charge of $2.50 per shirt. Tee-shirts must be pre-ordered and pre-paid by May 15, 2000. An order form will be printed in next week's Vestnik. —SPJST-
On Saturday, February 19, 2000, SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood, hosted the SPJST State Tarok Tournament. Al Soukup, President, and Irene Schiemenz, FAC, with the support of lodge volunteers graciously tended to details and kept the processes of the day running smoothly. Thanks to the lodge volunteers and to the home cookin' cooks who served up a great lunch and plentiful snacks to keep the tournament players running on high fuel throughout tournament play. The good cooks of Cottonwood even offered the players snacks for the long trip home. Congratulations are in order for the day, for the following Tarok players: First Place Champion (Lady Power) Edith Kurtin, 826 points Lodge 20, Granger Second Place Johnnie Tupa, 805 points Lodge 172, Pasadena Third Place Jimmie Coufal, 802 points Lodge 47, Seaton Fourth Place Franklin Schlesinger, 798 points Lodge 29, Taylor Fifth Place Alton Demel, 788 points Lodge 67, Schulenburg Sixth Place Henry Kubala, 728 points Lodge 92, Fort Worth Seventh Place Randy Gaas, 727 points Lodge 17, New Tabor Eighth Place V.J. Hajda, 717 points Lodge 20, Granger Lady-power ruled this day! As the only female among the top eight places, Edith Kurtin scored only 29 points in round one. She rallied back to champion the 2000 SPJST State Tarok Tournament in a big way. Her final tally was 826 points for six rounds with an average of 137.76 for each round. Johnnie Tupa, who ended the tournament 21 points behind Edith, hit a low in round six with only 95 points and settled for second place. It's interesting to note that Edith, who was 60 points behind Johnnie in round four, earned 60 points over Johnnie in round (Continued on page four.
2/VESTNIK-Wednesday, March 29, 2000
FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK
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Brethren Church., In addition to these Some people come into our lives and responsibilities, he serves as American quickly go. Others stay with us much Legion chaplain and is an active memlonger. Their words and wisdom awak- ber of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and en our souls. In essence, they become a his local Lion's Club. He also bowls part of us. Growing up, I had the oppor- and is quite a golfer! Reverend Beseda's life experiences tunity to interact with many adults of could easily fill a book. Born in Port character and substance - in my family, Lavaca, he graduated from West High school and church. At the recent School in West in 1937. His father, anniversary celebration for Lodge 88, Henry Beseda, Sr., was also a pastor in Houston, I had the good fortune to cross the Brethren Church. After graduation, paths with one of these role models, he attended SchreinReverend Henry er Institute in Beseda, Jr. Kerrville and later Reverend BesTexas Tech Univereda, who is a memsity in Lubbock. ber of SPJST Lodge From 1941 until 9, Snook, has been a 1946, he served as a role model to many U.S. Navy yeoman, whose lives he has stationed in the touched during his South Pacific. After nearly 50 years as a the war, he went pastor with the back to school, earnUnity of the Brething a bachelor of ren. Years before business degree joining the Cathfrom the University olic Church, I was of Texas at Austin in confirmed by Rev1947. In June of erend Beseda. I 1951, he was remember so well the warmth and humor he delivered as ordained by the Austin Presbyterian our visiting pastor at Seaton and as one Theological Seminary at Caldwell and of our summer camp leaders. Whether assigned to his first church in Rosenberg. he was leading our Bible School class in In the ensuing years, he served as resi"Under the Spreading Chestnut Tree" or dent pastor in Caldwell, Nelsonville, relating some aspect of the scriptures, Houston, Austin, Snook and as the visittime shared with Reverend Beseda ing pastor to many other churches. Held always seemed well spent. It wasn't a in high regard by his peers as well as conscious thing back then, but looking parishioners, Reverend Beseda was twice back, I know now that it had everything 'elected to serve as President of the to do with his down-to-earth compassion Synodical Committee of the Unity of the and his capacity to share his gift with Brethren. It was during one of his terms, on June 20, 1957, that the Hus School those around him. Reverend Beseda, who turned 80 on Encampment, a religious retreat, near February 17, remains an inspiration. I Caldwell was dedicated. For 15 years, heard a while back that he had retired; Reverend Beseda served as an instructor however, from checking his schedule at camp. For eight years, he served as the that hardly seems to be the case. On the project's treasurer. And the list goes on. By his association, Reverend Beseda first and third Sundays of each month, he travels from his home in Caldwell to and indeed, SPJST members of many deliver a pastoral message at the Vsetin different faiths and national origin, bring Brethren Church; on the second and tremendous character and value to the fourth Sundays, he's at the Cy-Fair Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State Community Church. And, in months of Texas. Our members truly are our where there is a fifth Sunday, he can be greatest asset. -SPJSTfound close to home at the New Tabor
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Slovak Cooking
375 degrees F and bake for 1 hour. Makes 20 servings.
(Continued from page I.) cook from her grandmother. John Lorinc is a native of Pittsburgh. He is an engineer who travels extensively, and takes every opportunity to taste new foods. The Lorincs are authors of Slovak-English/English-Slovak Dictionary and Phrasebook (Hippocrene Books, 1998). They Bradfordwoods, reside in Pennsylvania. The following recipes are excerpted from the new cookbook.
Braided Bread
(Babovka) 1 cake yeast (or 1 envelope) 2 teaspoons sugar 1 cup boiled milk 6 cups flour 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk 1 tablespoon butter, melted, plus additional for topping 2 egg yolks, beaten 3/4 teaspoon salt In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm milk, add sifted flour and mix. Set in 'warm place and allow to rise for 10 minutes. Add warmed evaporated milk, 1 cup warm water, butter, egg yolks and salt. Knead thoroughly, cover, and set in warm place free of draft. Let dough rise for 2 hours. Separate dough into 3 portions. With you hands, form each piece into a rope-like shape, approximately 12 inches long by 1 inch diameter. Cover and let stand for 15 minutes. Braid. place in buttered pans. Allow to rise until doubled in bulk, for about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Brush with melted butter. Bake for 10 minutes, then raise temperature to
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(Haiusky) 3 1/2 cups flour Dash of salt 2 large egg yolks In a large mixing bowl, add flour and salt, and mix. Add egg yolks and slowly add approximately 1 cup water while mixing, taking care that dough is thin, but not watery. Place dough on board. Add 3 cups water to large pot and bring to boil. Dip butter knife in boiling water and cut small pieces of dough and push into boiling water. Dumplings are done when they float on surface of water. Drain in colander and rinse in cold water to prevent sticking. Serve with butter and/or poppy seeds, boiled cabbage or cottage cheese and bacon bits. Makes 4 servings.
Arrangements have been made with some of the motels in Temple for rooms for those attending the SPJST XXVIII Convention. These rooms will be held until May 1, 2000. Anyone who needs a room should call and make reservations as soon as possible. A credit card number or a check in the amount of one night's
lodging will insure that your room will be held for late arrival. The following is a list of the motels which have rooms blocked for SPJST members and the confirmation number you will need to use for .these special room rates. All room rates are subject to applicable tax and prices are based on double occupancy.
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Telephone
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Comfort Suites
(254) 770-0300
$60
SPJST
(254) 771-1688
$42.95 SPJST
(254) 778-6700
$55
875/6359—SPJST
(254) 770-1100
$60
SPJST
(254) 778-4251
$40
SPJST
(254)-778-5511
$4
SPJST
(254) 771-2980
$58.50 58210881
(254) 778-0272
$36.15 SPJST
(254) 778-4411
$48
(254) 778-0962
$43.95 SPJST
1415 N. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504
Econo Lodge 1001 N. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504
Hampton inn 1414 SW H K Dodgen Loop Temple, Texas 76504
Baked Goose
(Pecena Hus) 1 medium goose, thoroughly washed (remove organs) 1 tablespoon salt Dash of caraway seeds 1 cup sour cream Place the goose in a large pan, sprinkle salt uniformly over the goose and refrigerate for 4 hours. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Add 2 cups water, and sprinkle caraway seeds over goose. Bake for 1 hour. Discard water, cover goose with sour cream, raise oven temperature to 400 degrees F and bake for 20 minutes. Serve with rice. Makes 8 servings. —SPJSTUniversal Life 7.00% for Annualized*
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Accommodation Information for the XXVIII SPJST Convention
Dumplings
Holiday Inn Express 1301 N. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504
Hospitality Inn 2602 South 31st Street Temple, Texas 76504
Inn at Scott & White 2625 S. 31st Temple, Texas 76504
La Quinta Inns 1604 W. Barton Avenue Temple, Texas 76504
Motel 6 1100 N. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504
Ramada Inn
4453
802 N. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504 Super "8" 5505 S. General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76502
If you have any questions regarding please feel free to call Secretaryaccommodations for the convention, Treasurer Anglin at 1 800 727-7578. —SPJST-
Temple Area Accommodations
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SPJST Home Office at 520 North Main Street • Temple, Texas Phone: (254) 773-1575 WATS: 1 (800) 727-7578
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SPJST members and friends are encouraged to support the 1999i 2000 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive. In sending in your donation, please be sure to include donor's name(s) in order that proper I 1• acknowledgement may be published in the Vestnik. Donations are tax-deductible and 100 percent of the amount that you contribute I „, is used for scholarships to SPJST members. Mail your contribution to: I 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive c/o SPJST, P.O. Box 100, Temple, 1 Texas 76503. Thank you for your kind support. Please contact State 1 Fraternal Activities Coordinator Barbara Rosenkranz at 1 (800) 7277578 for printed donation solicitation forms. J mi
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AROUND THE STATE
District Two delegates meet April 6 at SPJST Home Office in Temple Please note that District Two convention delegates and other interested members are invited to participate in a pre-convention meeting on Thursday, April 6, beginning at 7 p.m. at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. Fraternally, Frank Klinkovsky District Two Director —SPJST-
District Three delegates meet March 29 at Lodge 84, Dallas All District Three convention delegates are asked to attend a meeting Wednesday, March 29 at 7 p.m. at Lodge 84, Dallas. Please bring any submissions you may have for the Year 2000 Convention by-laws. Likewise, please bring your by-law books if you have them. I hope to see you March 29. Kay Lynn Kovar District Three By-law Committee Representative —SPJST-
By-Law Recommendations Due April 13 Convention time is drawing near! lease take note of the following dates. All recommendations for changing bylaws must be signed and in the hands of the By-Law Committee Secretary prior to April 13, 2000, in order to be considered. The secretary will forward all signed recommended changes to the by-laws to the Vestnik for publication. Recommendations will be accepted from individual members as well as from lodges. If you can tie the recom-
mendation to a published by-law number, please do so. Also remember to sign all recommendations! APRIL 13, 2000 DEADLINE FOR RECOMMENDATIONS! JUNE 12, 13, 14 CONVENTION Beverly J. Teplicek By-Law Committee Secretary 817 FM 381 Rowena, Texas 76875 —SPJST-
Lodge 186, Caldwell Hosts District One Spring Meeting April 9 Please note that the lodge building is located just off Highway 36 on the south side of Caldwell. The District One Spring Meeting will be held on Sunday, April 9, 2000 at Lodge 186, Caldwell SPJST hall. Registration will begin at 1:30 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 2 p.m. The election of district officers will take place during the meeting. Door prizes will be awarded after
the meeting and members of Lodge 186 will serve a light meal. The youth of District One will have games and and Easter egg hunt during the business portion of the meeting. After the meeting and meal, the youth will go on a district outing to the movies in Bryan-College Station. Please make plans to attend the meeting. Below is a tentative agenda for this year's meeting.
Registration Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Welcome By Lodge 186 President Roll Call of Lodges Reading of Minutes Introduction of S.L. Officers Memorial to Deceased Members District Youth Counselor Report/Presentation Youth Program Age 96 Paid-up, 75- and 50- Year Members Rest Home Director's Report Supreme Lodge Report Old Business Site Selection of Fall and Spring Meeting Election of Officers Installation of Officers Prayer and Meal —SPJST-
1:30-2 p.m. 2 p.m.-Randy Gaas, President Clint Luksa Carol Petty, Secretary Carol Petty Randy Gaas Linda Gaas, District FAC Susan Skrabanek, DYC Youth of District One Carol Petty Donnie Victorick
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Tarok Tournament (Continued from page 1. five, then took a 21 point lead in round six. Tupa's second place total score was just three pints over Coufal's third place win. With his total of 805 points averaging 134.16 per round, Tupa created just enough of a spark to scorch Coufal. Jimmie Coufal who was 92 points above Edith by round two, fell 48 points behind her round four, then again 85 points behind her in round five. Jimmie ended the tournament just 24 points behind Edith and took third place. It was most likely his low score of 73 in round two that sent him spiraling into third place with a total of 802 points and an average of 133. 66 Franklin Schlesinger, uninhibited from trying to run a tournament and play Taroks at the same time, was able to concentrate on winning big hands. Compensating the scores of 88 and 65 in rounds two and three, respectively, Schlesinger earned two high round scores, one being the highest of the day at 236 points in round six. Oh, yes, Brother Franklin jumped into fourth place with a literal holler and a bang at 798 total points with an average of 133 points per round. High round winners were round one—Ed Scaff, 213 points; Evelyn Scaff took round two with 235 points; round three was Johnnie Tupa with 199 points; round four—Franklin Schlesinger, 194 points; round five— Randy Gaas, 182 points; and in round six Franklin Schlesinger again, with the highest score of the day 236 points. The first through fourth place winners were rewarded with cash prizes and trophies. The first place champion also received a sew-on patch proclaiming her Tarok Champion 2000.
We won't mention the name of the person who received the "At least I was there" sew-on patch for his efforts to come in at last place. This dormant daredevil scored a negative 74 score in round six and ended the day with an average of 59 points per round. What's up with that? Please don't tell me you did it just for the patch? Now folks, I am talking this dude has been known to score in the top eight through first places in quite a few tournaments. Personally, I do believe he did it just for the patch. I want to mention my fun lunch with two great ladies, Agnes Reznicek and Anna Lesikar. They are a riot to be around. Thanks again my friend, Agnes, for your thoughtfulness. I also want to acknowledge Jimmie Coufal's help and Al Soukup for his kindness, consideration and interesting conversation. And then there's that Joe Schlepenhimer fellow, the rebellious fraternalist. Need I say more about that subject? Irene, I know you worked with the other lodge volunteers to make the day a success. I really appreciate everyone's efforts to make the day comfortable for the players and for the humble State Fraternal Activities Coordinator. (Please not to associate with the Uriah Heep kind of humble.) To George Straten: Great choice of colors. Very creative. The next Tarok tournament is just around the corner. SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena will be hosting their annual Tarok Tournament on Saturday, May 27, 2000. Players, you will be receiving a reminder in the mail. We always have a great time in Rowena. The weekend starts with a social on Friday evening and ends Saturday with the tournament. There is a hotel in Ballinger and the La Quinta in San Angelo is a nice place, for those of you who wish to spend the night. Joe
Have you wondered how you might best show your respect and appreciation for the life and inspiration of a loved one? Have you searched for a way to make your memorial expression really lasting and significant? If so, we feel we can provide an answer and a really dynamic way for you to honor your loved one: for a truly living, lasting and significant expression, use an SPJST scholarship endowment. There are two ways of obtaining your goal:
First, a one time gift of $10,000 or if you are not able to fund this amount at one time, it could be given in smaller denominations until $10,000 is reached. Whenever the goal is reached, SPJST will give an annual memorial scholarship in the name of the person you wish to honor. Since only the interest is used, your gift will be everlasting. If you need more information, please call 1-800-727-7578. —SPJST-
entertains us during lunch with toe tapping accordion tunes and the crowd is lot of fun. Join us, won't you? If you would like your name and address added to the database so that you can receive Tarok Tournament notification flyers, please contact me at 1 (800) 7277578 or write to SPJST c/o State FAC, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503.
Congratulations one more time to the 2000 SPJST State Tarok Tournament winners, Edith, Johnnie, Jimmie and Franklin. Fraternally, Barbara Rosenkranz State Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-
SPJST 2000 Tarok Champions Pictured above, from left, are: First Place - Edith Kurtin; Second Place Johnnie Tupa; Third Place - Jimmie Coufal; and Fourth Place - Franklin Schlesinger.
Wednesday, March 29, 2000—VESTNIK/5
Lodge Letters Section Lodge 15, Buckholts offers Czech class
to give you a timely reminder, e will will be April 13 at 8 p.m. nstead of 7:30 p.m. meet as of that date. I am looking forward to seeing th e return of my former students as well as And Baby Makes Three ... Also, our Youth Leader Sandra welcoming new ones. Slovak (my daughter) made me a Hilda K. Burtis proud grandma again. This makes Instructor three! Hayley Marie was born March 3 —SPJST-at 9:38 p.m. She weighs 7 pounds, two ounces and is 19 inches long. Hope to see you at our next function. Fraternally, Linda Trojacek, President —SPJST-
Let's hear what your members and lodge are doing to make a positive difference in your community. Send your news and photos to: Vestnik, dlo SPJST P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447 E-Mail: bvanicek@vvm.com or info@spjst.com Got a question? Call 1 (800) 727-7578
Lodge 24,Cyclone Texas Spring Gala this Saturday
tional Czech will again be offered in Buckholts.
Dear Members and Friends, The Texas Spring Gala is this Saturday, April 1 at Flag Hall. Doors open at 6 p.m. As of this writing, it is my understanding that all of the tickets have been sold. Thank you for your overwhelming response. Items are still being accepted for the silent auction and will be most appreciated! If you would like to donate an item or if you have any related questions, please give me a call at (254)<985-0007 or contact any active lodge member. See you there! Fraternally, Brian Vanicek, Treasurer -SPJST—
April 4 Organizational Meeting The organizational meeting will be held at the SPJST hall on Tuesday, Dear Readers, To all those interested, this is letting April 4 at 7 p.m. The time and date is you know that a course in conversa- set in stone, so even if I should forget
Cottonwood Lodge No. 6, Inc. Supports Service Organizations Lodge 6, Cottonwood President Al Soukup, right, pre sents check to Club C — the Texas A&M University Czech Club. Accepting, from left, are Ivan Cima, 1996 Miss SPJST Mary Beth Novak and Johanna Sulak.
Dear Readers, I want to express my many thanks to all the members of Lodge 25 for the hard work you did with the workshop. Without you the workshop wouldn't have gone so smoothly—like clockwork! Please note that our next meeting
Brother Bobby Dobecka of Lodge 6, Cottonwood presents check to Darleen Janke, left, and Susan Bolton of the Ronald McDonald House in Temple.
Lodge Karel Jonas, No" 28 East Bernard meeting April 9 5
Dear Membei s. Lodge Karel Jonas will hold its next monthly meeting, the fourth of the year 2000, on the second Sunday, the 9th of April at 2 p.m. in the meeting room at 106 Leveridge Street. It will follow the standard order of business with some special reports. A fraternal hour buffet luncheon with regular fare is scheduled to start after the business meeting. Report of the March Meeting The group present formed a committee of the whole and discussed some items then adjourned for the luncheon and played dominoes. Sister Blahuta won! Youth member Jessica Kelner gave this writer an edible gift for his birthday which he thanks her very much! To the faithful: Mark your calendars on the 9th and plan to attend. See you at the meeting and this writer remains Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, President
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Fun and Important SPJST Dates Family
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Lodge 6, Cottonwood Fraternal Activities Coordinator Irene Schiemenz, right, presents check to Anna Urbanovsky, accepting on behalf of the West Girl Scouts.
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Lodge 6, Cottonwood Financial Secretary George Straten, right, presents check to Vicky Craig, accepting on behalf of the West 4-H Club.
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District Three Delegates Meeting at Lodge 84, Dallas 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive Ends Texas Spring Gala, Lodge 24, Cyclone Easter Party at Lodge 6, Cottonwood District Two Delegates Meeting at SPJST Home Office Oldies Rock and Roll Dance at Lodge 38, Kovar Lodge 180 Burleson Easter/Spring Dance District One Spring Meeting at Lodge 186, Caldwell Deadline for Recommendations to By-Law Committee 100th Anniversary Banquet at Lodge 32, Victoria District Four Spring Meeting, Seymour Seniors Center Hosted by Lodge 73, Seymour Supreme Lodge Meeting, SPJST Home Office District Three Spring Meeting, Lodge 66, Waco State Horseshoe Tournament at Temple Lions Park Spring Festival at Lodge 80, Holland Teen Leaders Workshop at Peaceable Kingdom Retreat SPJST 28th Convention, Temple
Keep in touch. Toll Free: 1 (800) 727-7578 Web Site: www. spjst.com Home Office E-mail: info@spjst.com Vestnik E-mail: bvanicek@vvm.com
6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, March 29, 2000
38, Kovar first annual spring fling oldies rock and roll dance Lodge
Lodge 29, Taytor Present 2000 Officers Pictured above are the the Year 2000 Lodge 29, Taylor officers and Property Committee members. They are, from left, front: Libbie Valis (Property Committee), Reporter Dorothy Markert, Treasurer Loretta Tate, Secretary Cathy Basile, Vice President Scott Green and President Donna Pasemann. BACK: Parliamentarian Edwin Adamek, Edmond Tate (Property Committee), Jerry Wayne Tallas (Property Committee), Jerry Tallas (Property Committee), John Valis (Property Committee) and Mark Basile (Property Committee). Not pictured is Youth Leader Carol Green.
Lodge 29, Taylor reports on March meeting, makes donation to SPJST 100 Pennies Drive SPJST Lodge 29 held its meeting on March 12, 2000. President Donna Pasemann called the meeting to order at 4:15 p.m. Fifteen members were present. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Roll call of officers cited eight present. February minutes were read by Cathy Basile. Loretta Tate gave the treasurer's report. Carol Green gave a report on the Youth Club. She announced a bake sale on March 25 at Wal-Mart in Taylor and a booth at the Cot'n Pic n' Fest in Taylor on April 29. Congratulations! Donna Pasemann announced that in 1999, Lodge 29 sold the required amount of insurance certificates to receive the Platinum Award and congratulations top salesman Albin Machu for making the award possible. The members had a scholarship donation and collected $48. It was decided we are to have a May Fest since we won't have May Fete as there are no Youth Club members of age to run for queen. A noon meal will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a silent auction and a dance downstairs with music by the Granger Polka Boys. Officer Election Results Officers elected for the year 2000 are: President Donna Pasemann Vice President Scott Green Secretary Cathy Basile Treasurer Loretta Tate Youth Leader Carol Green Reporter Dorothy Markert Fraternally, Dorothy Markert —SPJST-
On April 8, 2000, Kovar hall, SPJST Lodge 38 is starting out the new millennium with its first Annual Oldies Rock and Roll Record Hop featuring the golden hits of the 50s and 60s. Spun by DJ Lester "Budman" Rector. First, second and third place prizes given for Twist Contest, Jitterbug Contest and Best Oldies Costume. Door prizes also! Sausage wraps and refreshments for sale. Admission $6 per person. Record Hop begins at 8 p.m. and ends at 1 a.m. Costume or casual. Don't be the square . . . be there. From Smithville take Hwy. 95 south, eight miles. Turn right on Stolle Lane. One mile to hall. Betty Barta —SPJST-
32, Victoria schedules 100th Lodge 40, El Campo anniversary - Hillje gathers for banquet for April 16 meeting, banquet Lodge
Our monthly meeting was held on March 6, 2000 at 7:30 p.m. at Victoria Electric Co-op. We changed our meeting day to Monday instead of Wednesday, so we all could attend Ash Wednesday services. Mike Ahlstrom opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for our departed members. Minutes were read and the treasury report was given and approved. We would like to thank all of our good friends who attended our dance at Inez. It was nice to see so many people from Houston, El Campo, Wharton, Schulenburg, Hallettsville, Hillje, Ganado and the surrounding area. Also Mr. Miroslav Chodl from the Czech Republic. Everyone enjoyed dancing to the music of Vrazels' and Bobby Jones. Hope to see all of you there next year. It will be February 25, 2001. Don't forget to mark your calendar for that day. Adolf Motal attended the workshop at Ennis February 26 and said it was very informative and he really enjoyed the hospitality very much. Thank you to the SPJST for the million dollar pin and the Lodge 32 Bronze Award he received. Congratulations to Sister Helen, the Fraternalist of the Year and also her family, who are very supportive of her. Anniversary Dinner April 16 We will have our 100 year anniversary banquet for our lodge members on April 16, 2000 at Leo's Feed Steakhouse. Invitations will be sent out to our members, so they will be able to return their reservation card in time. Thanks for refreshments of delicious brownies brought by Katherine Wokaty. Our next meeting will be April 12 at 7:30 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m. Respectfully, Valeria Motal Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-
On March 12, 2000, El CampoHillje SPJST Lodge 40 gathered for the March meeting and banquet. President Sheldon Holub welcomed all members and guests. President Holub called the meeting to order with 67 members and 84 guests present. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and a moment of silence was observed for all the sick in the community and deceased members. Roll call of officers cited all officers present. The minutes of the February meeting were read. President Holub gave the president's report. He introduced special guest, Matt Vanek from Victoria, Texas.
After the meeting, members and guests enjoyed a meal of brisket and sausage with green beans, buttered potatoes, slaw and a variety of desserts. DJs Mike and Linda Bolcik provided entertainment. Door prizes were awarded throughout the day. Tria Molberg Secretary —SPJST-
80, Holland presents 50-year pins in March Lodge
Dear Members and Friends, President Harold Rohde of Lodge 80 called the meeting to order at 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 5, 2000. The membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members. Brother Glen Latham read the minutes of the previous meeting and they were approved as read. He gave all committee reports and all were doing fine. President Rohde expressed appreciation for the large turn-out to honor eight 50-year members. New members were voted on. 50-Year Pins Awarded Jerry Mikulas, Financial Secretary of the Supreme Lodge in Temple, presented 50-year pins to Edwin Paul Balusek, Alvin James Dusek, Jeromil Kopecky, Paulina R. Kopecky, Allen Gene Martinets, John E. Pavlasek and Marguerite J. Vanderford. Irene M. Cavanaugh was unable to attend. Dean Brisbin assisted Brother Mikulas with the pinning. Glen Latham was the only one present who celebrated his birthday in March. Door prizes were won by Raymond Balusek, Glen Latham, Johnny Balusek, G.L. Brisbin and Billye
Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Presents 2000 Officers and Trustees Lodge officers, pictured, from left, front, are: Secretary Tria Molberg, Vice President Liz Shilhab, President Sheldon Holub and Treasuer Ruby Kunz. BACK: Youth Leader Michele Kunz and Fraternal Activities Coordinator Debbie Sczech.
Trustees, pictured from left, are: Jerry Kahanek, Edmund Kana and James Bacak.
Wednesday, March 29, 2000—VESTNIK/7 Latham. Brother Mikulas donated a tote bag won by Ruby Klotz and dominoes were won by Barbara Taisler. Following visiting with friends and relatives and happy hour, the group enjoyed a meal of turkey and dressing and all the trimmings. The April meeting will be April 1, 2000 at 4 p.m. Fraternally, Estelle G. Coker Reporter —SPJST-
81, Needville presents 50-year pins on April 16 Lodge
On Sunday, March 19, 2000, Lodge 81 of Needville met for their monthly meeting. We had a nice group of people on this sunny day. An invitation is always extended for anyone to come join us. The five dollar door prizes were won by Darlene Blinka, Edwin Susan, Ben Tydlacka and Brooke Stavinoha. Congratulations to these lucky winners! A Delicious Meal! After a prayer of thanks, a delicious meal of baked and fried chicken with a variety of side dishes and desserts was served. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the kitchen committee for acquiring the chicken. I would also like to thank the members for bringing the side dishes and desserts. Everything was delicious! At 1p.m, President Vincent Newman called the meeting to order. Dorothy Kuban led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. We had a moment of silence for our departed members Alvin Pollock and Elizabeth Zela. All officers answered the roll call. Reports were read by Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall, Treasurer Benita Walzel, and Special Fund Chairman Gilbert Walzel. There were no corrections to the reports, so they were accepted as read. Added to our sick list were Bernie Tielke, Joe Pesak and Elsie Brdecka. Alvin Blinka had eye surgery and appeared to be doing very well. We wish everyone a speedy recovery. Under old business, President Vincent Newman reported that he brought a new ballast for the light fixture and the new microphone is ordered. We also discussed the 50year member ceremony. Willie Mae Kuykendall reported that we will have eleven recipients this year. Willie Mae Kuykendall also said that she will look into ordering a cake. Darlene Blinka and Winifred Susan said they would take care of decorating the cake table. Also, Benita Walzel said that she will get the corsages and boutonnieres. Jeanette Newman will take a picture or two for the Vestnik. Thank you to these willing volunteers! It would be hard to do this without you. Work Day Set for March 30 Under new business, it was brought to our attention that Elsie Brdecka would not be able to attend this year's convention. Our alternates, Alvin and Darlene Blinka will go instead. We
also discussed SPJST scholarships from our lodge. So far, we have two members who will be applying this year. Also under new business, it was decided to have a workday to clean up the lodge. March 30 at 8:30 a.m became the agreed day and time. I hope everyone will try to show up at least for a little while. Every little bit helps. Next Meeting April 16 For our April 16 meeting, Benita Walzel generously volunteered to bake a roast, since we'll be honoring our 50-year members and having their immediate families join us. I'm telling you folks, if you've never tasted Benita's roast, you're missing out. Members, please remember to bring a side dish and dessert. We hope to see you there! Fraternally, Jeanette Newman Reporter —SPJST-
Lodge 88, Houston Celebrates Anniversary and Valentine's Day February 13, 2000 •
Lodge 88, Houston Choral Club, under the direction of Helen Hegwood, performs traditional Czech selections for attendees. The Lodge Concert Orchestra under the direction of Jim Rohde also performed during the noon hour. Dance music from 3 until 7 p.m. was provided by Donnie Wavra.
cream can be good for the soul! Ice
Last week I took my children to a restaurant. My six-year-old son asked if he could say grace. As we bowed our heads he said, "God is good. God is great. Thank you for the food, and I would even thank you more if mom gets us ice cream for dessert. And Liberty and justice for all! Amen!" Along with the laughter from the other customers nearby I heard a woman remark, "That's what's wrong with this country! Kids today don't even know how to pray! Asking God for ice-cream! Why, I never!" Hearing this, my son burst into tears and asked me, "Did I do it wrong? Is God mad at me?" As I held him and assured him that he had done a terrific job and God was certainly not mad at him, an elderly gentleman approached the table. He winked at my son and said, "I happen to know that God thought that was a great prayer." "Really?" my son asked. "Cross my heart," he said. Then in a theatrical whisper he added (indicating to the woman whose remark had started this whole thing), "Too bad she never asks God for ice cream. A little ice cream is sometimes good for the soul." Naturally, I bought my kid's ice cream at the end of the meal. When the ice cream arrived, my son stared at his for a moment and then did something I will remember the rest of my life. He picked up his sundae and without a word walked over and placed it in front of the woman. With a big smile he told her, "Here, this is for you. Ice cream is sometimes good for the soul and my soul is good already .. . " —Submitted hi Carole Faraizl Lodge 84, Dallas —SPJST-
Jo Ann Buri and Marie Stayton were all smiles as they greeted diners.
Lodge 88, Houston President Clara Broz, standing left, and Second Vice President Flo Orsag, standing right, visit with lodge regulars enjoying a game of bingo while waiting for the afternoon dance to start.
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The baked ch.c.ken was aelicoLS i- c.anks to these ;o.p d folks for their efforts in helping to make it possible. Pictured, from left, are: Ed Gerlich, Willa Mae Pechacek, Gladys Havemann, Ruth Martinak, Gary Blahuta, Annie Kendziora, Ed Kendziora, Josephine Pflughaupt and Johnny Broz.
8/VESTNIK—Wednesday, March 29, 2000
Lodge 87, Temple invites members, friends to cooking demonstration Lodge 87 invites members and friends to a microwave cooking demonstration on Tuesday, April 11 at 6:30 p.m. The demonstration will be given by Lisa Robertson of the Pedernales Electric Cooperative. For more information, contact Thelma Groppell 774-8564, Norma Alford 774-1811 (work), 939-7395 (home) or Bertha Capps 773-6164. —SPJST-
92, Fort Worth meeting, Easter egg hunt set for April 9 Lodge
Our next meeting will be on Sunday, April 9 at 2 p.m. Following the meeting at approximately 3 p.m., there will be an Easter egg hunt for the youngsters. If we promise to be good, there may be hunt for adult goodies as well. Mona Hattendorf and Liz Howard are preparing the meal after the meeting and Easter egg hunt. Call Gayle Fuller or Martha Durham for more details. Al Kercho, Reporter —SPJST-
92, Fort Worth Ladies Circle reports on March meeting Lodge
The Fort Worth SPJST Lodge 92 Ladies Circle met at the lodge hall on Tuesday, March 14, 2000. There were 43 members, four men and four visitors present. The meeting started at 10:30 a.m with our Pledge of Allegiance being recited. The minutes of February were read by Secretary Betty Lindsay and approved as read. A thank you card was received from Clara Marchioni for the $3 from the ladies. Treasurer Evelyn Spacek gave her Sunshine report and acknowledged one new member. Jo announced the hostesses for April—Pauline Morbitzer, Betty Lloyd, Becky Garcia and Rose Nieswiodomy. There was no old business.
New Business Elizabeth Howard made a motion, Martha Durham seconded the motion and all ladies unanimously agreed to playing bingo until 2 p.m. in order to gain more money for Ladies Circle funds.
April 9 Easter Hunt Martha Durham announced the Easter hunt on Sunday, April 9 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. You should bring a basket. There will be eggs and prizes donated by the youth. Next month, the ladies will discuss and make plans for a day trip—maybe to Weatherford.
Lodge Hall Manager Joyce Tesar announced upcoming events for the month of April. There will be a big battle dance on Sunday, April 16 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. It sounds like fun and the kitchen will be open and when there's food, there's fun. Birthday celebrants for March are Inez Krivanek, Jo Prochaska, Rose Jaworski, Justine Chaloupka and Catherine Kosarek. Door prize winners were Anna Lesikar, who declined the prize, and Betty Lindsay, Laura Posival, Jeane Holland, Claudia Koci, Elizabeth Howard, Jo Prochaska and Ruby Robbins. Thanks to the members who brought the door prizes. Hope to see all of you at the next meeting, Tuesday, April 11, 2000 at the same time-10 a.m.—and at the same place. Respectfully submitted, Betty Lindsay Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-
We had a guest speaker, Mr. Albert Keller from Special Athletics Booster Club. He talked to us about children and adults who are handicapped and how this program helps them. It was very interesting to listen to him. We are still collecting old eyeglasses and cases plus hearing aids.
Clean-up Day Set for April 2 The clean-up/fix-up for our hall will be April 2 at 10 a.m. All members that can, please come and help. Our banquet for new members, sales reps and 50-year members will be on April 9. Watch your mail for your invitations and let our president know by April 3 if you are coming. The May meeting will be on May 7 at 4 p.m. Let's all come and join in and see what it's all about. See our members on April 2 for the clean-up. Lucille Novak, Secretary —SPJST-
107, Floresville set to honor 50-year members Lodge
107, Floresville schedules hall maintenance day Lodge
The Lodge 107 meeting was called to order by President Bayer on March 12, 2000 at 3 p.m. All officers were present. Lian Pruski led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Dear Members, 50-Year Members and New Members, We will be honoring our new members and our 50-year members from 1999. The date is April 9, 2000 beginning at 12 p.m. at the SPJST hall. Dinner will be served at 1 p.m. Your family is invited also.
Lodge 88, Houston Member Erin Caraway Embracing Theatre Arts by Sara Hendricks The Victoria Advocate
Another 100 Percent SPJST Family
She didn't really like high school. "They make you stay in this little box," Erin said, referring to the many rules that prohibited them from doing anything controversial. It was the same with the community theater, she said, because Victoria is a small town. Theater is about being human, Erin said. There is such a big message. She points to Charlie Chaplin her favorite actor, who showed the world how to laugh when they wanted to cry. But yes, Erin said, Victoria did give her a start in life. "It did prepare me," she said, "but you step off a cliff and hope to fly."
A painfully shy young lady climbs onstage and forgets everything but her role. It's her time — hers alone. Erin Caraway discovered those feelings when she acted at Victoria High School and with Victoria Community Theatre. She's coming out of her shyness now that she's a student at University of Texas in Austin. And she's still trodding the boards as one of (Editor's note: Erin has been a mema handful of ber of Lodge 88, Houston for 18 freshmen choErin Caraway years. Her home is in Victoria, sen to act in Texas and she graduated Cum Laude UT's upcoming spring production of "Man of Mode." from Victoria High School in 1999. "It's not a big part," she said. "But She was chosen to attend the 1998 Summer Theatre Workshop at the it's not a small part." Erin, at 19, is mature enough to University of Texas and appeared in know that acting just may be what the musical "Grease" at the conclusion of the session. Erin is a freshshe wants to do with her life. "I"m a student of acting," she said. man at the UT where she is attending "I feel like there is a hand on my the College of Fine Arts, majoring in shoulder that is pushing me in that Theatre.She is the granddaughter of direction, but I've just sort of floated Tom and Marlene Caraway and the daughter of Jim Caraway. Tom, into it." Erin grew up in Goliad before her Marlene and Jim have been members family moved to Victoria four years of Lodge 88 for 35 years.) —SPJST--ago.
Members of Lodge 97, Placedo are happy to introduce their latest 100 Percent SPJST Family. Pictured above are Allan and Angela Sklar with their recent arrival, Aubree Sklar. Aubree also holds the distinction of being the first new member for the year 2000 at Lodge 97. Aubree was signed up by Sales Representative Yvonne Garrett. We will be serving barbecue chicken with all the trimmings. Please call Bob Bayer at (830) 2167954 and let us know if you will be attending. We must know by April 3 so that we may make plans. Fraternally, Bob Bayer President —SPJST-
139, Danbury scholarship applications must be received by May 1 Lodge
Danbury Lodge 139 announces that a $500 scholarship will be awarded to a qualifying 2000 high school graduating lodge member. The student must be a member of the SPJST since the end of his/her freshman year and must be in the top 15 percent of his/her class. The applicant must include a letter from the school counselor stating his/her grade point average and the student's standing in the class. The application must be received before May 1, 2000. Address to: Lorenda Baldwin 219 CR 47 Angleton, Texas 77515 Any qualifying student who is a member of Lodge 139 is eligible to apply regardless of where he/she lives. So all you seniors graduating this year, send in your applications. A brief meeting was held at E.J.'s Restaurant on March 1 to give reports and read correspondence. Before adjourning for dinner this month's birthdays were recognized and serenaded. They are David Baldwin, Jalene Baldwin and Monte Baldwin. Fraternally, Ora Faye Wilson Reporter —SPJST-
Wednesday, March 29, 2000—VhSTNIK/9
Lodge 142, Houston welcomes new members On March 12, 2000, at 2 p.m., our monthly lodge meeting was called to order by President Keith Kieschnick. We had 28 members present who stood to recite the Pledge of Allegiance. Secretary Alice Jochen held roll call of officers and the minutes from the previous month's meeting were read and accepted as read. Five new members were accepted and the sales rep was Robert Kieschnick. The new members are Jennifer Marquez, Roy Marquez, Mirella Paez, Julian Paez and Mario Paez, Jr. There was no correspondence. Financial Secretary/Treasurer report was given by Nancy Cook. The Board of Trustees and Bar reports were given by Amy Kieschnick. All committee reports were given. Sick committee reported Ms. Lillian Schmidt was out of the hospital after her fall which resulted in a broken hip. Our thoughts and prayers are with her. Also Nancy Cook was an outpatient. We are hoping she is doing better at this time. The garage sale on March 11 and 12 went real well. Birthdays for March were Nelson Jochen, Rosie Tumis, Sidon Tumis and Chuck Whitchurch. The capsule prize went unclaimed due to the absence of Larry Zajizek and Karen Kopecky. Next month the prize is $50. Five $5 prizes went to Bernice Walther, Chuck Whitchurch, Dennis Hermis, Robert Kieschnick and Elmo Walther. Four six-pack prizes went to Ruth Kieschnick, Rosie Tumis, Nancy Cook and Lawrence Schilhab. The meeting adjourned at 3 p.m. Refreshments and a meal of chicken and dumplings and desserts were served to all present. The next meeting will be Sunday, April 9 at 2 p.m. Fraternally submitted, Alice Jochen Secretary —SPJST-
160, San Angelo announces quarterly meeting Lodge
Lodge 160, San Angelo will hold its quarterly meeting on Sunday, April 9 at the Wall Fire Hall. All members are encouraged to attend. Fraternally, Cindy Martin, Secretary —SPJST-
180, Burleson planning Easter/spring dance Lodge
Our next dance will be held on April 8. This will be an Easter dance celebrating Easter and spring. Maybe that Easter bunny will come hop, hop, hopping in with his Easter basket of goodies. The doors will open at 7:45 p.m.
Another 100 Percent SPJST Family
iL Members of Lodge 175, Rosenberg are proud to introduce their latest 100 Percent SPJST Family. Pictured above are Erik and Tina Stankus and two-year-old Stephan Stankus. The Stankus Family was enrolled by Sales Representative Julius Tupa of Lodge 175, Rosenberg. The dance will be from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. It is BYOB. The kitchen and soda bar will be open for business. The High Stakes band will play for your dancing pleasure. Everyone come and enjoy a springtime celebration. A little reminder of our next lodge meeting on April 5 at 6:30 p.m. Ann Sammet, Reporter —SPJST-
Circle of Czech Women report on March meeting Dallas
Our meeting was called to order by President Bertha Podhrasky, Faye Wright led us in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and we remined standing for a moment of silence in memory of Bessie Kirby, Sister of Helen Parma Bertha welcomed 26 members and eight men guests. Bertha welcomed the new members that joined while she was absent recovering from surgery. We also had a new member Cathy Smalky, daughter of Esther Cunningham. Correspondence read by Evelyn Trojacek included a letter from Jill and Tommy Roetrkl with a donation to the Krouzek from Rose Kopecek's will; and a letter from Agnes Stepanek with a donation in memory of Rose Kopecek. Thank you cards were received from Jill and Tommy Roetrkl thanking the members for their donations in memory of Rose Kopecek; from Anne Zvolanek for the cards signed by the members—she wanted to say hello and that she missed coming to the meetings; from the American Heart Association forthe donation in memory of Virginia Blatney; from Marie Lattner for the cards signed by the members—she and Bill miss coming to the meetings. Vice President Eileen Jakubowski reported that we will play bingo today and a special treat for the winner of the
black out will be a cake plus the money. She also asked if we would like to have Herbologist Heidi Davis speak to us at a future date. A motion was made and carried that we invite Heidi to speak and Alice Roberts will donate the money to pay her. Announcements Joyce Ehrenberger gave a report of the Czech Culture Society meeting. Bessie Petr served a delicious spaghetti dinner. Election of officers results were President Bertha Podhrasky; First Vice President Larry Laznovksy; Second Vice President Bob Podhrasky; Secretary Ida Shultz; Treasurer Esther Cunningham; and Publicity and Decorating—Sandra Shultz. Sister City meeting is March 22 at Sokol at 7 p.m. The Fraternal Council meeting is March 13 at Sokol Ennis at 7:30 p.m. Old Business The election of officers was held. Paper ballots were passed out. The officers are President Bertha Podhrasky; Vice President Eileen Jakubowski; Correspondence Secretary Evelyn Trojacek; Recording Secretary Faye Wright; Treasurer Vicki Kohn; Membership Secretary Bertha Malik; and Reporter Evelyn Cechan. Bertha thanked everyone of the officers for their support. She said she could not do the job without their help. News of Members Florence Peressenyi is improving since her surgery and she hopes she can return to the meetings soon. Evelyn Salac is improving also. Wanda Petr is improving since her accident and she was at the meeting you just can't keep her down. Annie Staglik is at Blanton Gardens now for therapy. We're glad to hear everyone is improving; we wish them complete recoveries. Sunshine Chairwoman Georgia Brozek sent get well cards to Helen Parma, Annie Staglik and Stanley Vrla, husband of Martha Vrla; a sympathy card to Helen Parma for the loss of her sister and thinking of you cards to Mary Sykora and Rose Noska. Esther Cunningham gave a report of the 65th Anniversary Celebration. She and her committee are working on the plans. She passed out sheets for members to sign to help this a success. The final plans will be discussed in the April meeting. Donations were made in memory of Rose Kopecek from Vlasta Jurcik, Vlasta Laznovsky and Agnes Stepanek. Estate of Rose Kopecek; in memory of Marie Kowal from Bertha and Julius Podhrasky; Sokol Zizka for helping serve the pastry; Frank Noska for lunch donation; the donations in memory of Marie Kowal will be left in the Krouzek requested by Lydia Kartous. Hostesses for March were Georgia Brozek, Libbie Elsik, Alice Roberts. Hostesses for April are Jo Cechan, Evelyn Cechan, Theresa Carper and Lydia Alholm. Bertha appointed a new By-laws Committee of Joyce Ehrenberger, Evelyn Cechan and Helen Oates. They will review the by-laws and recommend the changes that need to be made. "Happy Birthday" was sung to the March celebrants. The "Do Vyhry"
gifts were passed out. We adjourned with our First President Dolfi Stransky quotation, "Mej to se Vzdycky radi"—Always Love One Another. A delicious covered dish dinner was enjoyed and then bingo was played. Our next meeting is April 6, 2000. See you then. Evelyn Cechan, Reporter —SPJST-
Worth Friendship Club reports on March meeting Fort
The meeting of the Friendship Club was held on Wednesday, March 1, 2000 and called to order by President Josephine Prochaska with 37 members present. Everyone was made most welcome and all enjoyed the singing of Czech songs by Frank Kovar, Rosie Steinman, Anna Sustala and Annie Lesikar with Joe Kozel on the accordion. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Linda Lewis read the minutes from the previous meeting and Treasurer Lydia Alholm presented the treasurer's report. Both were accepted as read. In the absence of Sunshine Chairperson Linda Horner, Linda Lewis read her report. A thank you card was received from Merel Kovar for the cash gift she received as retiring secretary. Get well cards were mailed to Camille Bolcer who had wrist surgery; to Rose Romeo who is now in rehab following knee surgery; and to Billy King's son who had surgery. Thank you cards were mailed to Billy King for the quilt; to Annie Whitsell for selling all the tickets; to Anna Johnson for film; and to Nettie Naugle for the Valentine candy for all the tables. An invitation was read from the Circle of Czech Women of Dallas to their 65th Anniversary to be held on Sunday, April 9 from 2 to 5 p.m. Several members indicated they would attend. Lydia Alholm who is also a member of the Circle of Czech Women in Dallas, talked about the fun the group has in bringing little gifts and selling chances. Following discussion, and since we all love prizes and gifts, it was voted for all of our members to start bringing a little wrapped gift to all meetings. President Jo reminded everyone that April was a designated month in which we bring food items for St. Thomas' Food Pantry. So start shopping with your coupons and bring those food items to the next meeting. Hopefully, we will top last time in number of items. This is such a worthy cause which serves so many. President Jo also reminded Irene Green, Pat McWilliams, Harold Balvin and Annie Whitsell that they are scheduled as hostesses for April. The singing of "Happy Birthday" went out to March celebrants Harold Balvin, Carrie Milan, Anna Marie Moncrief and Jo Prochaska. May all of you have many more. Our door prize winners were Leonor Aguilar, Frank Kovar,. Ima Lou LaPlant, Frances Matthews, Nettie Naugle, Anna Sustala and Pauline
10/VESTNIK—Wednesday, March 29, 2000 Walker. We had so much excitement going on with the winners that I did not get names of the donors, but thanks to all that brought gifts. Lydia was the lucky person to win the gift on the last game. News of Members
Jo and Frank Prochaska are most proud of their grandson, Jerral Lane, son of Janie Prochaska, who made the Dean's List at NTSU at Denton. Congratulations, Jerral! Anna Sustala was proudly showing off photos of her great-granddaughter, Lara Ann "Annie" Lefforge who lives in Utah. Little Annie is the daughter of Margie Turner Lefforge. Anna has every right to be happy and proud to have her named after her. From the photos, she certainly is a beautiful baby. Agnes Reznicek has been on the tarok circuit lately playing in Seaton at Lodge 47 in Granger at the KJZT Tournament and at state at Cottonwood Lodge 6. She said she had a great time even though she was not a winner. Congratulations go out to Rosie Steinman for being designated Queen of the Day by the Czech Cultural Society on Czech Day at the State Fair last October. Due to rain at the State Fair, she was late in being awarded her big trophy. Jo Prochaska got reacquainted with a cousin, William Paviecka of San Antonio at the SPJST meeting in Ennis recently. They have not seen each other since age five or six. Jo didn't say how many years this has been, only that they hadn't seen each other since age five or six. I believe Jo and Frank have already celebrated their 50th something wedding anniversary, so now this has been a very long time since they've seen each other. She said they had a lot of catching up to do. In addition to Jo and Frank attending the SPJST meeting in Ennis, Anna Johnson, Rosie Steinman and Jeanie Mason also attended. All said it was good meeting and afterwards, several drove across the highway to attend the 10K Giveaway at Sokol. None were winners. This month Agnes Reznicek was passing out little containers of sauerkraut and dumplings, and since I was one of the lucky ones, it was wonderful, Agnes. Thanks a bundle. Our hostesses Bessie Brezina, Anna Johnson and Pauline Walker did a great job. After grace was said, all enjoyed a wonderful luncheon and then games were played. There is lots to remember for our next meeting—covered dish for lunch, food items for the Food Pantry and a little gift all wrapped up. See you April 5. Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST-
Brethren Church fund raiser set for April 2 Snook
The Snook Brethren Church is having a fund raiser on Sunday, April 2, but it will be held at the SPJST Hall (including an abbreviated worship service). The purpose of the fund raiser is for the expansion/remodeling project
Reunions Mynarcik Family Reunion The descendants of Jiri and Rozalie. Dolinek Mynarcik will hold their semiannual reunion at the KC Club in West on April 9. The festivities will begin at 11 a.m. All descendants and their families are encouraged to attend. Please bring enough food for your family. Tea, coffee, plates and eating utensils will be provided. For information, call Lilly Jane Popp (254) 772-0397. Submitted by, Kenneth Popp —SPJSTKvapil Family Reunion Descendants of Frank Kvapil and Joseph Kvapil, brothers who came to America on the ship Cassel in 1906 from Turkovice, Bohemia, will have a family reunion on Saturday, June 10, 2000 at the SPJST hall in Rowena. Texas. It will begin at 9:30 a.m. with registration and a barbecue meal will be served at noon. For information, contact Elaine Kvapil Mucha, 4670 FM 1223, San Angelo, Texas, 76905 or by phone (915) 651-7039. —SPJSTApril 9 Tannich-Brovec reunion — at the American Legion Hall Annex in El Campo, Texas. For information, contact Deborah J. Meredith, Reunion Reporter, (409) 725-6291 or e-mail: deb@cyrunner.net April 29 Leshikar-Shiller (Leshikar, Schiller, Siller, Silar) reunion — at the Brethren Church in Nelsonville, Texas. For further information, please contact: Allen Chernosky, 4015 Turnberry, Houston, Texas, 77025, phone (713) 664-3965. April 30 Descendants of the Josef and Mariana Baros Labaj (Labay) family at the Nada Community Center (old KJT Hall) at Nada, Texas. For more information, contact Eugene B. Labay, 112 W. Craig, San Antonio, Texas, 78212 or phone (210) 734-6602. —SPJSTthat we are doing. SPJST Lodge 9 has been very active as they have taken on a project of each family selling raffle tickets for our fundraiser. Several of the kids are members of our church, but they voted to do this as each year they hold their special "Grandparents Day" program at our church and this was their way of thanking us further for the church use. They are definitely to be commended for this effort. —SPJST(
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In Memoriam Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 6, Cottonwood, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest and most sincere sympathy to the family and friends of our departed lodge brother DONALD WATTS, SR. Funeral services for Donald Watts, Sr., 75, of Rosebud were held at 1:30 p.m. March 12 at the First United Methodist Church in Rosebud with the Rev. Landy Senter and the Rev. Margaret Boles officiating. Graveside services were held at Bold Springs Cemetery in West. Family visitation was from 4-6 p.m. at the funeral home. Mr. Watts passed away Thursday, March 9 at a Rosebud nursing home. Mr. Watts, a retired sales manager for White's Stores, was born September 25, 1924 in Chicago, Illinois to Peter and Ida McHughes Watts. He was an Army Air Corp veteran of World War II, a member of the First United Methodist Church of Rosebud and a member of SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Ruby in 1974. He is survived by his wife, Genie Watts of Rosebud; two sons, D. A. Watts, Jr. and wife, Betty of Duncanville, Stanley Watts and his wife, Karen of Lubbock; two stepdaughters, Carole Cornell and husband Marty of Lake Jackson, Paula Frinka and husband, Ernie of Columbus; two brothers, Noel Watts and wife Joyce of Dallas, Edwin Watts of Blooming Grove; one sister, Barbara Cannon of Dallas; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and two step-grandchildren. May our departed brother rest 'in peace and his memory remain with us forever. Resolution Committee Peggy Dobecka Georgie Skerik Bill Skerik —SPJST-
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of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 80, Holland, Texas, and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed lodge brother, A.J. PAUSEWANG, JR. of Holland, who passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2000 in the Santa Fe Hospital at the age of 66. Brother Pausewang was born in Holland to Andrew Jesse Pausewang, Sr., and Louise Krampota. He was a truck driver for 13 years for Bell County Road and Bridge. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church and a member of SPJST and received a 50-year pin. He married Irene Guenzel on August 24, 1952.
Brother Pausewang is survived by his wife, Irene Guenzel of Holland; three daughters, Judy Gersbach of Holland, Patti Andrews of Hewitt and Becky Hardeman of Panama City, Florida; one son, Tommy Pausewang of Holland; two brothers, William A. Pausewang of Brownsville and Kenneth Pausewang of Temple; five grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. Services were at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 11 at Goodnight Funeral Home in Bartlett with the Reverend Allan Watt officiating. Burial was in St. John Lutheran Cemetery. May our departed brother rest in eternal peace and his memory remain with us forever. Resolution Committee Glenda Liles Glen E. Latham G. L. Brisbin —SPJST-
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of Sympathy The officers and membership of Lodge 24, Cyclone express their sincere sympathy to the family of our departed sister, LYDIA COUFAL, age 91, of Temple. Services for Mrs. Coufal were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 1, 2000 at Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple. Mrs. Coufal died at her residence Monday, February 28, 2000. Burial was in Ocker Cemetery. She was born in Bell County to Joe and Frances Pomykal Schiller. She married Joe Coufal on November 18, 1926 in Temple. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone for 75 years, Temple Brethren Church and Christian Sisters. Survivors are her two sons, David Coufal of Zabcikville and Marvin Gene Coufal of South Carolina; one daughter, Evelynn Schiller of San Antonio; one brother, Alden Schiller of Temple, six grandchildren; one greatgrandchild. May our departed sister rest in peace. Fraternally, Richard Greger, President Bernice Sebek, Secretary —SPJST-
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of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed sister, MARY H. KRIZAN, age 95, of Irving, formerly of the West area, who passed away early Wednesday morning, February 23, 2000 in Irving.
Wednesday, March 29, 2000—VESTNIK/11 A rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Friday at Aderhold Funeral Home Chapel by Deacon Cecil Friend. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption in West, with the Reverend Isidore Rozycki as celebrant. Burial followed at National Cemetery near West. Mrs. Krizan was born on July 2, 1904 near Mt. Calm, the daughter of Emil and Annie Holacka. She married Joseph John Krizan on August 21, 1924 in West. He preceded her in death on May 6, 1950. She was a homemaker and housewife. She worked as a housekeeper for Monsignor Charles W. Smid from 1951 to 1969 in Abbott, West and Garland. She also worked for the Dominion Father's of the University of Texas in Dallas. Mary enjoyed quilting and crocheting. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood and a charter member of KIT Society No. 108 in Dallas. She was also a member of St. Jude Catholic Church in Gun Barrel City. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Josie Mae Stratten who died on August 11, 1991 and a grandson, Jason Thomas Krizan who died November 24, 1975. She is survived by one son, Joseph E. Krizan of Garland; one daughter, Jerelene Lenart of Irving; ten grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Active pallbearers were John and Joe Lenart, Donny Kennedy, Hoyt Jaynes, Mike Bromhall, Joseph C. Krizan, Ray Rosales and David Anderson. Honorary pallbearers were Johnny Krizan and Kenneth Ray Krizan.
Aderhold Funeral Home in West was in charge of arrangements. May our departed sister rest in eternal peace. Resolution Committee Bill Skerik Georgia Skerik Peggy Dobecka —SPJST-
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Bronze SPJST cemetery markers are available for purchase through the Home Office for $34. The price includes postage and handling. The markers, which measure three inches in diameter, include a four-inch threaded post for mounting. To purchase marker or to receive additional information, please contact the President's Office at 1 (800) 727-7578 or write the Home Office at P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503.
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Life. Tailored to Meet Your Needs. Universal
Universal Life has been called many things: • The Plan of the Future • A Computer-Age Plan • A New Concept in Life Insurance • A Plan Custom-Designed for Each Insured it's all of these things. Here are some of the features of SPJST's Universal Life contract, which we call our "SPJST Flexible Protector Plan": Step 1: You elect an amount of insurance and select Death Benefit Option A or B (as described below). You can also select the amount of premium you want to pay and make the initial payment. Step 2: As each premium is received by SPJST, a small expense charge is deducted and the balance goes into your cash value account.
Step 3: At the beginning of each month, a charge for the life insurance protection is deducted from the cash value to pay the monthly life insurance protection costs. Step 4: Interest at current rates is credited to the fund each month.
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Lodge 25, Ennis youth attends banquet, tournament
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Hi, My name is Blake. I was at the SPJST Lodge workshop at Lodge 25 on February 26. We helped in the kitchen and served at the banquet. I was tired, but had a lot of fun. I also was at the State Domino Tournament on Saturday, March 18. I learned to play 42. Blake Ryan (9) 3/29/00 —SPJST-
47, Seaton Youth Club Easter egg hunt April 2 Lodge
Dear District V Youth and Parents. The district V youth will be taking a district trip to Galveston, Texas on Saturday, April 8. We will travel by Goodman Bus. Our schedule is as follows: 7:30 a.m. Meet at Lodge 88, Houston 8:00 a.m. Leave for Galveston 9:00 a.m. Moody Gardens, The Strand and Dinner 5:30 p.m. Return to Lodge 88, Houston The youth are to wear their camp tee-shirts. The LIT's are to wear their LIT shirts. There is no cost for this trip to the youth, youth leaders or assistant youth leaders. Parents are invited as bus seating permits. The cost to the parents-is $5 for the bus ride and you are responsible to pay for your own admission fees and dinner. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me. Fraternally, Marie Stayton District Five DYC —SPJST-
Coverage is Flexible. You have a choice of two death benefits, Option A or Option B: Option A: Level Death Benefit. The death benefit is made up of life insurance and the cash value. Initially, this benefit is equal to the face amount. However, current tax law states that there must always be a certain minimum proportion of life insurance
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the cash value approaches the face amount, the death benefit increases automatically. Option B: Increasing Death Benefit. The death benefit is equal to the face amount of life insurance protection plus the money in the cash value account.
47, Seaton Youth Club Easter egg hunt April 2 Lodge
The Seaton Youth Club will be hosting the annual easter egg hunt at the regular monthly meeting. It will be held on April 2, 2000. The meeting
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after. We would love for you to come and join us in our regular meeting. Youth Club members remember to bring eggs filled with candy. We will see you at our regular monthly meeting. Janet Baca 3/20/00 —SPJST-
66, Waco youth members decorate hats for Easter Lodge
On March 19, 2000, our meeting was called to oder by Sandra Trickett and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Tanner Guidroz. We had 16 youth and six adults with one visitor Jessica Campbell from Riesel present. A reminder that the deadline for the 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive is March 31. Also, we will decorate hats for Moody Nursing Home for the Easter parade on April 3 at 6:30 p.m. at Linden Hall. On April 15 and 16 at Lodge 84 will be our District Three lock-in and a visit to Six Flags. At our next meeting in April, be sure and bring a large bag of candy to hide for our Easter egg hunt. Another reminder is that on April 30 at Lodge 66 our District Three Spring meeting will be held. Justin Engelke (18) Reporter 3/29/00 —SPJST-
88, Houston youth members attend district meeting Lodge
Dear Readers, On Sunday, March 5, 2000, District Five held the District Three Spring meeting at Lodge 172 in Pasadena. The Youth Club had their district meeting and elected new district youth officers. They are: President Bradley Hale, Lodge 196 Vice President Miranda Hale, Lodge 196 Secretary Jason Castillo, Lodge 196 Treasurer Kelsie Huble, Lodge 88 Reporter Stephanie Boyce, Lodge 88 Sergeant-at-Arms Kyle Castillo, Lodge 196
12IVESTNIK-Wednesday, March 29, 2000 Flag Bearers Matthew Boyce, Lodge 88 Phone Committee Leigh Huble, Lodge 88 and Ashley Moncrief, Lodge 196
Lodge 107, Floresville changes meeting time
After the meeting, the youth members joined the adults and played bingo. There was also a pastry auction and the proceeds went to the youth clubs who attended the meeting. Everyone enjoyed themselves and I believe all the youth members who played,-won at bingo. Fraternally, Stephanie Boyce District Five Reporter SPJST3/20/00
Lodge 107 held their regular monthly meeting on March 12 at 3 p.m. We had a guest speaker from the Wilson County Special Athletes Booster Club, a division of the'Special Olympics. He talked to us about all of the money it takes to get these special athletes to their many activities throughout the year. The lodge made a donation to their cause and was put on their mailing list. The next big item on the agenda was our banquet at the next meeting. This is for all members. We will be honoring our 50-year members, new members and our sales reps. Come out and support them. Registration will be at 12 p.m., lunch at 1 p.m., the meeting afterwards followed by dessert. The Youth Club will serve the dessert and will have a meeting following that. The youth will have an Easter egg hunt while the adult lodge has its meeting. All youngsters are invited. On April 2, we will have a hall cleanup day beginning at 10 a.m.
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club discusses rodeo trip, Easter party Dear Readers, On February 16, 2000, Lodge 88 Youth Club held their monthly meeting. The meeting began at 7:50 p.m. and was over at 8:25 p.m. Rachel Anderson led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. There were eight members and six adults present. February birthdays were Mrs. Linney Gonzales, Youth Leader and parents, Tina Anderson and Terry Dailey. We discussed our rodeo trip on February 19 and also the District Five Spring meeting on March 5. We also discussed plans for an end of school year party to be held at Speedy's. Our Easter party will be held on Saturday April 15 from 2 to 4 p.m. We will discuss this more at our March meeting on March 22. Hope to see you there. Fraternally, Stephanie Boyce 3/29/00 -SPJST-
88, Houston Youth Club Easter Party set for April 15 Lodge
Dear readers, It is that time again for our Easter Party at Lodge 88. It will be held Saturday, April 15,2000. We will have hot dogs, punch, and other snacks. We will also have our famous egg hunt, and other activities such as pictures with the easter buddy. The party will be from 2:00-4:00. I hope to see you there! Fraternally, Krystle Bender, President 3/24/00 -SPJST-
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Note Meeting Date/Time Change Also, note the May 2000 meeting date and time has been changed. The meeting will be on. May 7 at 4 p.m. The Youth Club meetin g will also be on May 7. It begins at 2:30 p.m. The change was voted on because of Mother's Day. Fraternally, Wendy Pruski, Youth Leader -SPJST-
160, San Angelo announces quarterly meeting Lodge
Lodge 160, San Angelo will hold its quarterly meeting on Sunday, April 9 at the Wall Fire Hall. All members are encouraged to attend. Fraternally, Cindy Martin, Secretary -SPJST-
185, New Braunfels Youth Club plans picnic in the park Lodge
Dear Readers, We held our meeting on March 16, 2000 at the Bavarian Village. There were nine members present. We welcomed our new member, Braxton Rico. We then discussed our "Picnic in the Park" to be held on April 13 at Landa Park. Sarah Jaroszewski and Crystal Stolte volunteered to grill hot dogs for the youth and adult members. We also talked about district camps and District Youth Achievement Day. Crystal Stolte drew Jared Jaroszewski's name for the attendance prize. Sincerely, Trey Stolte 3/29/00
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talents compete in 2000 tee-shirt contest
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The following young people participated in this year's 2000 Summer Camp Tee-Shirt Contest. Thanks to all participants for their involvement. Lodge 4, Hallettsville Holly Scott Trevor Scott Elizabeth Vahalik Nicholas Vahalik Lodge 6, Cottonwood Brittany Angelo Tyler Angelo Bracy Craig Brooke Craig Celia Dobecka Traci Dobecka Whitney Dobecka Jesse Karlik Christi Sparkman Lodge 9, Snook Jason Gaas Kimberly Gaas Candice Macik Dwayne Macik Lucas Schoppe Travis Schoppe Nicole Vajdak
Jennifer Green Lindsey Green Brooke Hegar Heather Hegar Jennifer Johle Kendra Zak Lodge 30, Taiton Kenna Bubela Kirby Bubela Brandon Drapela Steven Drapela T.J. Drapela Jessica Fucik Stephanie Fucik Kyle Kaspar Travis Krr ec Lodge 39, Bryan Brande Roesler Dylan Roesler Lynde Roesler Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Cory Cerny Lodge 47, Seaton Janet Baca Rachel Baca Patrick Greger Rebecca Greger
Lodge 13, Dime Box Emily Jatzlau Justin Klecak Marc Klecak Matthew Klecak Victoria Langley Shiloh Perry Justin Pinkard Dawn Rackel Jay Roberts Jeremy Schneider Josh Schneider Julie Schneider Kacey Shows Amanda Smith
Lodge 66, Waco Justin Engelke Amanda Wallace Eric Wallace
Lodge 17, New Tabor Lacy Jones Lindsey Jones Chandler Malazzo Jill Malazzo Kathryn Skrabanek Kimberly Skrabanek Kristina Skrabanek Kyle Skrabanek Joseph "Trey" Vychopen, III Robert Vychopen
Lodge 92, Fort Worth Max Krivanek James Linderman Amber May Krystal Szrom
Lodge 20, Granger Cara Spanel-Weber Laura Spanel-Weber Lodge 24, Cyclone Andy Baker Jimmy Baker Desi Cooksey Shelly Gerich Rena Greger Ryan Greger Alyssa Hudler Taylor Hudler Amber Penn Kyle Penn Stephanie Vanicek Lodge 25, Ennis Randy Trojacek Lodge 28, East Bernard Jessica Kelner Lodge 29, Taylor Shurron Burtchell Chad Cervenka Lacy Cervenka
Lodge 84, Dallas Jamie Novak Jarod Olds Marchele Olds Leslie Sims Rusty Sims Lodge 88, Houston Kristen Bender Krystle Bender
Lodge 97, Placedo Dana Vanek Dean Vanek Lodge 107, Floresville Lian Pruski Travis Purchis Kelli Sears Anthony Sears Lodge 160, San Angelo Cris Broz Patrick Bubenik Chase Dierschke Cara Jansa Austin Miller Cade Schwartz Corey Schwartz Dylan Schwartz Johnna Schwartz Lodge 177, Academy Kristen Bartek Jessica Lyon Jordan Lyon Lodge 187, Round Rock Ashley Henderson Lodge 196, Houston-West Erica Grayam
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And He came Himself to meet me In that way so hard to tread; And with Jesus' arm to lean on, Could I have one doubt or dread?
I am home in Heaven, dear ones; Oh, so happy and so bright! There is perfect joy and beauty In this everlasting light.
Then you must not grieve so sorely, For I love you dearly still: Try to look beyond earth's shadows, Pray to trust our Father's Will.
All the pain and grief is over Every restless tossing passed; I am now at peace forever, Safely home in Heaven at last.
There is work still waiting for you, So you must not idly stand; Do it now, while life remainethYou shall rest in Jesus' land.
Did you wonder I so calmly Trod the valley of the shade? Oh! but Jesus' love illumined Every dark and fearful glade.
When that work is all completed, He will gently call you Home; Oh, the rapture of that meeting, Oh, the joy to see yoj come!
Mary Mancell
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Cultural Events Calendar April 1 Entry deadline for egg art decoration registration for exhibition at the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library located at 30 Sixteenth Avenue S.W., Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52404-5904. Eggs will be on display from April 8 to April 23. To receive a registration form and further information about the exhibition, call Patricia A. Hikiji at (319) 362-8500. Fax inquiries to (319) 363-2209. April 8 Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center museum in La Grange, Texas amphitheater ground breaking ceremony 10 a.m. April 8 - April 23 Exhibition of eggs decorated in the Czech, Moravian and Slovak styles—at the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library in Iowa. For further information about the exhibition, call Patricia A. Hikiji at (319) 362-8500. April 16 Fayette County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas meeting at Senior Citizens Activity Center in La Grange. April 30 Fifth Annual Victor Peter Memorial Lecture, "There Goes the Neighborhood"—at Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street, Houston; Texas and sponsored by the Czech Heritage Society of Texas-Harris County Chapter, Inc. Lunch begins 12 noon, the meeting starts at 2 p.m. followed by the lecture at 3 p.m. May 21 St. Cyril and Methodius 38th Annual Slavic Heritage Festival—at University of Houston Yeoman Field House of the Athletics/Alumni Center, 3100 Cullen, Houston, Texas 12 noon to 6 p.m. The Czech Cultural Center Houston will sponsor a booth featuring educational information on the Czech Republic, its people, culture, traditions, cuisine and heritage. The Market Place Gift Shop will sell unique Czechmade products—table linens, lace, books, crystal, pottery and great crystal jewelry. For more information contact Slavic Heritage Festival Chairman Mr. Ralph Subotich via fax (713) 6881577. June 2000 Lidice Concert: Date to be Announced—Dedicated to the sacredness of human life, the concert is given in memory of Lidice and is sponsored by Reverend Father Paul Chovanec of St. Christopher's Catholic Church. Members of the Czech Cultural Center Houston will participate. stonemedia.con -s;\ (insurance TT:ruZW Temple, TX 76501 Since 1981 254-778-4709 254-791-2857
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Fraternal Activities and Entertainment LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 12:30 p.m. at the St. Thomas Catholic Church CCD Building in Pilot Point.
LODGE 17, NEW TABOR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. LODGE 18, ELGIN Sunday, April 9 - Combinations - Polkas,
Waltzes and Country-Western; 3-7 p.m. ($5 per person) Kitchen will be open. Saturday, April 15 - Allen Tally and the Country Playboys; 7-11 p.m. ($5 per person) LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Sunday, April 30 - Harry Czarnek and the Sunday, April 2-Lodge 6 meeting, 2 p.m. ' Texas Dutchmen; 3-7 p.m. ($6 per person) Lodge 6, inc. annual meeting, 4 p.m. Easter Kitchen will be open. egg hunt and dinner Friday, April 7-Social night, 6:30 p.m. Lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of Friday, April 21-Good Friday, no social each month at 7:30 p.m., unless otherSunday, April 23-Marek family wise stated. During all Sunday dances, Friday, April 28-Trustee meeting, 7:30 p.m. the kitchen will be open. For rentals, call Saturday, April 29-Knapak family reunion Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534; for reservations, call Mildred David (512).261-5272; Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each for band bookings, call Artie Monson month at 2 p.m. For information regarding (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is non-smoking. scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (254) 826-5863. LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the LODGE 9, SNOOK month at 7 p.m. Local lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.; LODGE 21, ENGLE Youth Club meetings are at 6 p.m. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at LODGE 13, DIME BOX Lodge meetings are the third Wednesday 2 p.m. of each month at 6 p.m. LODGE 23, MORAVIA Lodge meetings are the Tuesday after the LODGE 14, WESLEY second Sunday of March, June and Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, July, September and December September at 7:30 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at 2 p.m. at 2:30 p.m. LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS Tuesday, April 4-Czech class organizational meeting, 7 p.m. Hilda Burtis, instructor. If interested, call (254) 593-3821. Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. for the upcoming summer months. The dance club dances are the second Sunday of each month. For hall rental and dance information, call (254) 593-4192 or (254) 5930090. LODGE 16, BILA HORA Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of August and December at 2 p.m.
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Circle of Czech Women of Dallas request the pleasure of your company at a reception in celebration of their
65th Anniversary on Sunday, the ninth of April in the year two thousand from two until five o'clock Sokol Athletic Center 7448 Greenville Avenue Dallas, Texas RSVP (972) 495-5387 (972) 262-7981 Guest Speaker: Dr. Ivan Dubovicky, Cultural Counselor for the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Washington, D.C.
LODGE 24, CYCLONE Saturday, April 1-Texas Spring Gala: Gala doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are now on sale. $50 donation admits two. The event will feature a delicious barbecue dinner for two catered by Cyclone Corral; music and dancing by Vrazels Polka Band; an open beverage bar and hors d'oeuvres; and two chances to win prizes in the door prize drawing. For tickets, please call: LaVerne Cabla 985-2354; Terry Coots 985-2684; Ginger Greger 984-0070; Richard Greger 5834356; Bobby Hoelscher 985-2537; Wilbert Mikeska 985-2484; Bernice Sebek 985-2361; Patsy Baker 985-2457; Brian Vanicek 985-0007; Harold Vanicek 583-2335; or Melanie Zavodny 983-3378. For your enjoyment, Flag Hall now offers pool and an assortment of arcade games. Lodge meetings are the second Monday
National Hall SPJST Lodge 92 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road Fort Worth, Texas 76114 (8171624-1361
BATTLE DANCE Sunday, Apri116, 2000 3 p.m. until 1 p.m. Country western Music by
Gary Lee Country Western Band and Favorite variet y of music by
Al Vanek's Band of Dallas Kitchen will be open serving your favorites Hamburgers â&#x20AC;˘ Nacho boats Czech Sausage Sandwiches Everyone is Welcome We appreciate Your Support
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of each month at 7:30 p.m. Flag Hall is located 10 miles east of Temple, off Highway 53. For more information regarding hall bookings, rentals, please contact Hall Manager Wilbert Mikeska (254) 985-2484. LODGE 25, ENNIS Thursday, April 13-Lodge meetng, 8 p.m. Friday, April 28-Rental Saturday, April 29-Rental Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. Youth Club meets on the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. For rentals, reservations or more information, call Jim Holahan at (972) 875-5230 or contact the hall at (972) 8758381 and leave a message. LODGE. 26, SKIDMORE
Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. in the meeting room on the ground floor of the SPJST Hall building at 106 Leveridge Street in East Bernard. LODGE 29, TAYLOR Friday, March 31-Czech Melody Masters
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LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at the Six Mile Presbyterian Church on Royal Road at 7 p.m. LODGE 47, SEATON Saturday, April 1-Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five, 7 to 11 p.m. Tickets $5 per person. Sunday, April 2-Lodge 47 meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday April 8-No dance/Private Saturday, April 15-Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, April 22-No dance. Happy Easter Saturday, April 29-No dance/Private
Star Hall is a Non-Smoking facility. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple, just off of Highway 53. All Saturday dances in 2000 will be from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. For information about hall bookings, please call Louis Kohutek (254) 983-2261 or (254) 985-2548 (the hall phone) on Saturday night. LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. LODGE 49, ROWENA Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of February, May, August and November at 7 p.m.
Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 4 p.m with a covered dish meal served after the meeting. All members and guests are always welcome. The Youth Club meets the same day at 5:30 p.m. Friday night dances are held downstairs from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Enjoy delicious hamburgers every Friday night from 6 to 9 p.m. "On premises catering." For hall reservations, dance information or bookings call the lodge hall at (512) 3529139; (512) 352-7442; or Tommy Shiller (512) 365-7632.
LODGE 51, ELLINGER Lodge meetings are the third Wednesday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m.
LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m.
LODGE 63, SWEET HOME Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.
LODGE 32, VICTORIA Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Victoria Electric Co-Op on Ben Jordan.
LODGE 65, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 1 p.m.
LODGE 35, ELK Saturday, April 1-Wayward Sons Saturday, April 15-Classie Ballou Saturday, April 29-Somewhere in Texas
LODGE 66, WACO Sunday, April 30, 2000-Lodge hosts District Three Spring meeting.
Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise noted. The hall is open for rent every day of the week. For rental information, call (254) 875-2156.
Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. Dances are from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight and cover is $5. Game nights (taroky, dominos, etc.) are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Members, please bring snacks.
LODGE 36, WEST Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of March, June, September and. December at 6:45 p.m.
LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of March, June, September and Dec. at 3 p.m.
LODGE 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m.
LODGE 73, SEYMOUR Sunday, April 16, 2000-Lodge hosts District Four Spring meeting at Senior Citizens Community Center in Seymour.
LODGE 39, BRYAN Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. Lunch is at 12:30, followed by meeting and social. Meat is provided by the lodge at every meeting. Members, please bring covered dish or dessert items.
Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 12 p.m.
LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE. Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the lodge hall, located just off US 59 in Hillje (409) 648-2317. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. Every second Monday is $100 game night. License #17600539641. For hall bookings, please call Sheldon. Holub (409) 543-7387, Tria Molberg (409) 543-3044 or (409) 648-2317 (lodge hall.)
LODGE 54, WEST Lodge meetings are the first Friday in March, June and November and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (254) 826-5990 (night) or (254) 826-5343 (day).
LODGE 74, LOVELADY Lodge business meetings are held quarterly on the first Sunday of January, April, July and October at 5:30 p.m. Game nights are every Monday and Saturday from 7-10 p.m. Permit No. 1-75-1052324-8. "Donna's Kitchen" will be open. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless
Wednesday, March 29, 2000-VESTNIK/15 notified otherwise. Hall location: 5502 Kostorhyz Road, Corpus Christi. Phone: (512) 852-9042. Public invited. LODGE 80, HOLLAND Sunday, May 28-Spring Festival; details forthcoming. Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP174615-1395-8; AL-00061-9887-0. LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. A luncheon is served at noon and the meeting follows.
unless otherwise noted. LODGE 125, WESTHOFF Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 130, DALLAS Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Youth Room of Lodge 84, 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio.
LODGE 84, DALLAS Wednesday, March 29-District Three Convention Delegate meeting, 7 p.m. All delegates and interested non-defegates are invited to participate. Saturday, April 15-Dance with music by Jodie Mikula Band, 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Admission $6 per person. Monday, April 17-Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m. Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. located at the hall, 2625 Floyd Street. For band bookings, call Cheri Petr at 352-4397 or Ben Jarma at 3481514. For rentals, call Emil Petr at (214) 826-3557.
LODGE 135, ENNIS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.
LODGE 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps at (254) 778-4371 (Shop) or (254) 773-6164 (Home).
LODGE 142, HOUSTON Sunday, April 9-Lodge meeting
LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, April 1-Pat Veit, polka/variety. Tickets $6 each. Saturday, April 8-Vrazels, polka/variety. Admission $6 per person. Saturday, April 15-Bobby Layne, big band music. Admission $12 per person. *Dress code. Saturday, April 22-Gus Lindemann, big band music. Tickets $11 each. *Dress code. Saturday, April 29-Hobo dance: Central Texas Sounds, polka/variety. Tickets $6 each. (Wearing a hobo costume is optional.)
Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-6212077-41001. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. â&#x20AC;˘Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies and gentlemen. LODGE 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2:30 p.m. or as otherwise specified. LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, April 2-Gary Lee Country Western Band, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, April 16-Big Battle Dance with c/w and p/w bands: Music by Gary Lee and Vanek's Czech Band. 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. Youth Club meets on the second Sunday of each month. Ballroom dancing every Friday night sponsored by Zane Laurini's Stardust Ballroom. Call 1 (800) 332-9303. Dress code enforced. For additional dance info., tune to KBEC 1390 AM at 9 a.m. and KNON 89.3 FM at 2 p.m. every Sunday. Family night/tarok on the first and third Tuesday, 7 p.m. Ladies' Circle meets on second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. For a place to hold your large parties, anniversaries or other special events, call Joyce at (817) 624-1361. LODGE 93, HOBSON Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at 207 South Park in Karnes City. LODGE 94, WHEELOCK Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 97, PLACEDO Thursday, June 8-Meeting at REA Building, Victoria, 6:30 p.m. Lodge meetings are held in March, June, September and December. LODGE 106, LA GRANGE Lodge meetings are the first Tuesday of each month at the Subway Sandwich Shop at 109 South Jefferson Street (south of the red light at the 71 and 77 cross road) in La Grange at 7:30 p.m. LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall,
LODGE 139, DANBURY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. June through August and 6:30 p.m. Sept. through May. LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are held every second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy.
Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Cajun dance every second Saturday of each month with live music. Hall rentals for wedding or party, call (713) 862-6291 after 4 p.m. LODGE 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September and December at 6 p.m. LODGE 148, BLESSING Sunday, April 30-Blessing V.F. Dept., 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 3-Dinner; watch for details LODGE 151, WHARTON The quarterly lodge meetings will be held on the second Monday of June, September and December in the meeting room of Hinze Bar-B-Oue Catering on Highway 59 in Wharton, Texas. The time for the meetings is 7 p.m. LODGE 153, LA SALLE Lodge meetings are held quarterly in March, June, September and December at 6 p.m. LODGE 154, FORT WORTH Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise stated. LODGE 155, AUSTIN Lodge meetings are held quarterly on Sundays. Contact Ginny Prasatik, Secretary, at (512) 472-1721 for meeting location, date and time. LODGE 156, BAYTOWN Lodge meetings are held monthly on the second Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. For more information, including location, please call (281) 427-8160. LODGE 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, Sept. and Dec. at 3 p.m. LODGE 161, LA PARITA-JOURDANTON Lodge meetings are held on the first Sunday of each month at 4:30 p.m. at the Jourdanton State Bank Community Room; except for March, June, September and December meetings which will be held at a restaurant at 4:30 p.m. for a meal and meeting. LODGE 164, RIO HONDO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2:30 p.m. LODGE 172, PASADENA Saturday, April 1-Diversions, country/western Saturday, April 8-Sound Connection, country/western Sunday, April 9-Annual social: music by Sound Connection, polka/waltz Saturday, April 15-Cherokee Country, country/western Saturday, April 22-Gone West, c/w Saturday, April 29-No ddnce/private party Hall is located at 3609 Preston in Pasadena. For information regarding hall rentals for birthday parties, wedding receptions, retirement parties, Christmas parties, etc., please call Vicki (281) 542-1774 or call the lodge hall (281) 487-3297. Starting January, 1999, Lodge 172 will be renting the hall on
the last Saturday of each month. For reservations, call the lodge hall (281) 487-3297. Saturday night dances are held from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Executive members and Board of Trustees meet the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. Regular lodge meetings are the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. LODGE 175, ROSENBERG Membership meetings will be held on Monday, June (19th); Monday, September (1 8th); and Monday, December (1 8th). Location of each meeting will be announced. LODGE 177, ACADEMY Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; trustees' meeting is at 7 p.m. Youth Club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 1-742042239-0 Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open. LODGE 178, LONGVIEW-KILGORE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the VFW Post 4002, Longview. LODGE 179, WARRENTON Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club Building in Carmine at 201 Centennial Street. LODGE 180, BURLESON Lodge hall is located on 1-35W, 1.5 miles south of Burleson. For hall rentals, call Estelle Hurtik at (817) 284-7218, Rhonda Hurtik at (214) 435-2286, or John Hitcher at (817) 293-8166. Doors open for dances at 7:45 p.m.; dance 8:30 to 12:30 a.m. Children 10 and under free. Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Trustees' meetings are on the same dates at 6:30 p.m. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. LODGE 183, ARLINGTON Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 p.m. and every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. For information regarding hall rentals (weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, etc.) please call (817) 465-8538, (972) 263-9031, (972) 262-8830 and (817) 457-2138. LODGE 184, MOULTON Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m.
of each month at 6:30 p.m. Social games are at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-7420733095-41002. LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. followed by a covered dish meal. Youth meetings are the first Sunday of at 3 p.m. Domino players meet the second Tuesday of each month 1 to 4 p.m. For information regarding building rentals, please call (512) 2551554 or (512) 255-3415. LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 191, LUFKIN For lodge rentals, contact Frank Juarez at (409) 875-4676. For dance reservations, contact Marilyn Page (409) 632-1124. Meetings are held at the lodge hall located at 1715 Hughes Street in Lufkin, Texas. Regular dances are on the third Saturday of every month. Reservations for tables at dances will be made on a first call basis. LODGE 195, CLEBURNE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m. LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST All dances open to the public. Admission $6 per person. Watch for our letters in the Vestnik. Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For hall rentals for weddings, birthdays, dances and parties, call (281) 373-9482. Leave a message. The hall's address is 1781 0 Huffmeister Road in Cypress, Texas 77429. LODGE 200, RUCEVILLE-EDDY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. LODGE 201, BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. Contact Celesta Balke for hall rentals at (409) 830-0118. LODGE 202, JOURDANTON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. at the Jourdanton State Bank in in the Community Room.
LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of February, April, June, August, October and December.
LODGE 206, TRI-COUNTIES Lodge meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club in Mexia, 201 North Paris Street, Mexia, Texas.
LODGE 186, CALDWELL Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday
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