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VOLUME 88 NUMBER 47

Family Fun and Important SPJST Dates December 6

Christmas Party for Lodge 139, Danbury at E.J.'s Restaurant December 6 Seniors Toys for Tots Benefit Dance at Lodge 92, Fort Worth December 7 Christmas Party at Lodge 67, Schutenburg December 8 Christmas Party at Lodge 80, Holland December 9 Christmas Party at Lodge 13, Dime Box December 9 Christmas Party for Lodge 155, Austin at Ryan's Steakhouse, 1813 West Parmer Lane December 10 Christmas Party for Lodge 4, Hallettsville at the American Legion Tap Room December 10 Christmas Dance at Lodge 18, Elgin December 10 Christmas Party at Lodge 24, Cyclone December 10 Christmas Party at Lodge 28, East Bernard at the home of Glenn Kaminsky December 10 Christmas Party at Lodge 30, Taiton December 10 Christmas Party at Lodge 40, El Campo-Hilije December 10 Christmas Party at Lodge 47, Seaton December 10 Christmas Social, Meeting for Lodge 63, Sweet Home at Queen of Peace Parish Hall, Sweet Home December 10 Christmas Luncheon for Lodge 65, Crosby and Lodge 91, Crosby at Crosby American Legion December 10 Christmas Party for Lodge 79, Corpus Christi and Sokol Corpus Christi December 10 Family Christmas Party for Lodge 92, Fort Worth December 10 Christmas Luncheon for Lodge 185, New Braunfels at Bavarian Village December 10 Christmas Party at Lodge 189, Bryan - College Station at the Brazos Center December 12 Christmas Party at Lodge 87, Temple December 12 Christmas Party at Lodge 186, Caldwell December 13 Christmas Party for Lodge 32, Victoria at Las Cazuelas Banquet Room December 13 Christmas Party for Lodge 177, Academy at Golden Corral December 14 Christmas Social for Lodge 51, Ellinger at the Ellinger Fire Station December 14 Christmas Party at Lodge 154, Fort Worth December 14 Christmas Party at Lodge 179, Warrenton December 15 Christmas Party at Lodge 49, Rowena December 15 Fratemalist of the Year application deadline December 16 Christmas Dance at Lodge 191, Lufkin December 17 Christmas Party at Lodge 84, Dallas December 17 Christmas Luncheon at Lodge 133, San Antonio December 17 Christmas Party at. Lodge 172, Pasadena December 17 Christmas Party at Lodge 196, Houston-West December 23 Christmas Dance at Lodge 88, Houston

Got an addition or a correction to this calendar? Please let us know by calling the Editor's Office at 1 (800) 727-7578 or via Email at bvanicek@vvm.corn.

SPJST Mortgage Interest Rates Rates subject to change without notice

December 6, 2000

ISSN-07458800

Universal Life 7.25% for Annualized*

Roth IRA

Home or Farm Mortgages:

6.30% for Annualized*

7.25% for 1 to 7 years 7.75% for 8 to 15 years 8.00% for 16 to 20 years 8.25% for 21 to 30 years

6.30% for Annualized* Certificates issued 4-1-93 and after

Qualified Business Real Estate Mortgages

5.30% for Annualized*

9.00% for 10 years 9.25°A for 11 to 15 years

*Rates effective 11-1-2000 through 1-31-2001

What'll You Have? Coal or Candy?

The coming Christmas season will pass swiftly into history, leaving footprints for future generations to see and read about, just as now, we remember some of the ways the Czechs and Slovaks celebrated Christmas long ago ..

The Christmas season "officially" begins with Saint Nicholas Day on December 6 and ends with "Tri Kralu" (Three Kings) on January 6. The legend of St Nicholas dates back to the Third Century. On December 6, Saint Nicholas, wearing a bishop's robe and traditional miter on his head, visits all homes that have children. Known as the patron saint of children, he descends from heaven on a golden cord with a report on all of the children's behavior. Saint Nicholas is typically accompanied by an angel in white.

In the meantime, waiting on earth is a black devil (cert) with horns, holding a whip and rattling a chain. Saint Nicholas reads the names of the good children and the bad children.

The angel gives the good children fruit and candy and the devil reaches in his burlap bag and gives the bad children coal and potatoes. As the story goes, the bad children ask for forgiveness and Saint Nicholas, responds, asking the angel to give these children fruit and candy.

- Willa Mae Cervenka, Lodge 54, West

CEFT advances appreciation of Czech language, and culture When the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas received its state charter as a non-profit organization on October 19, 1954, it was composed of three men who together served as its first board of directors: Henry R. Maresh,M.D., of Houston; Dr. John M. Skrivanek of College Station; and August Kacir of Temple. As stated in the charter, the purpose was to promote the Czech language and culture in Texas by supporting any educational undertaking by providing for or making contributions as gifts or donations in cash or property to persons or institutions engaged in the promotion of learning and understanding of the Czech language and culture, the study of the

origin, structure and modification of the Czech language and its grammatical relationships as given and preserved in literary embodiments, [and] the dissemination of information to the public concerning the importance of a knowledge of Czech and other Slavonic languages in our citizenry to the effective leadership of the United States of America in international affairs.

"As stated in the charter, the purpose was to promote the Czech language and culture in Texas."

CEFT's Founders The CEFT carried on the tradition of strong support for Czech language and culture in the State that had led to the establishment of the Department of Slavonic (later, Slavic) Languages at the (Continued on page 4)

Annuity!!

Annuity I Certificates issued prior to 4-1-93

(Editor's Note: Since CEFT was founded in 1954, many SPJST members have been instrumental in its growth. Indeed, past SPJST Supreme Lodge Chairman Sid Pokladnik served as CEFT's President for many years. A history of CEFT, its mission and those working to make it reality commences in this week's Vestnik. Thanks to current CEFT Chairman and Texas A&M University English Professor Clinton Machann for sharing CEFT's story with us.)

Please note that the 2001 SPJST Member Services Directory will be published on January 3, 2001.

2/VESTNIK-Wednesday, December 6, 2000

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

Kindness Can Work Wonders

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LANITA ANGLIN SECRETARY-TREASURER Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-2334

JERRY MIKULAS FINANCIAL SECRETARY Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 773-2950

SIDNEY KACIR LEGAL ADVISOR

Office Phone: (254) 778-5228 P.O. Box 5119 Temple, Texas 76505

DIRECTORS DONNIE VICTORICK DISTRICT I

Home Phone: (979) 272-3265 P.O. Box 85, Snook, TX 77878

FRANK KLINKOVSKY DISTRICT II

Home Phone: (254) 773-4801 3514 Preston Oaks Dr., Temple, TX 76504

JOHNNIE KRIZAN DISTRICT III

Home Phone: (254) 826-5882 11500 Heritage Pkway, West, TX 76691

STANLEY BROZ DISTRICT IV

Home Phone: (915) 442-3271 P.O. Box 33, Lowake, TX 76855

LOUIS HANUS DISTRICT V

Home Phone: (713) 686-6160 4006 Ascot Ln., Houston, TX 77092

DISTRICT VII - BETTIE HOUSE, 1721 CONTI-

NENTAL DRIVE, PLEASANTON, TX 78064 (830) 281-8246 FINANCE COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - ERNEST WENTRCEK, 1530 BENNETT, BRYAN, TX 77802 - (979) 822-6397 DISTRICT II - FRANK PAJESTKA, JR., P.O. BOX 381, HOLLAND, TX 76534 - (817) 657-8176 DISTRICT III - MICHAEL GALLER, 526 KAREN, WACO, TX 76706 - (254) 662-4934 DISTRICT IV - HERMAN D. WEISE, CHMN. 6006 FM HWY. 765, SAN ANGELO, TX 76905 (915) 651-8550 DISTRICT V - JERRY PROCHAZKA, V. CHMN., 20507 RAMSEY ROAD, BOX 634, CROSBY, TX 77532 - (713) 328-3004 DISTRICT VI - RITA VANEK, SCTY., P.O. BOX 901, EL CAMPO, TX 77437 - (979) 543-6220 DISTRICT VII - MONTA FOSTER, 4 BOB WHITE, SAN MARCOS, TX - 78666 - (512) 3532948; (H); (512) 293-5624 (Ranch) INSURANCE COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - SUSAN SKRABANEK, SCTY.

ROUTE 2, BOX 13, CALDWELL, TX 77836 (979) 272-3440 DISTRICT H - ALBIN MACHU, V. CHMN., 2204 SMITH AVE., TAYLOR, TX 76574 - (512) 365-5489 DISTRICT III - BEN JARMA, 9512 LEASIDE DR., DALLAS, TX 75238 - (214) 348-1514 DISTRICT IV - LEONARD JANSA, CHMN., 6617 PLAINVIEW DRIVE, SAN ANGELO, TX - 76905 (915) 651-8045.

DISTRICT V - EDNA WEHRING, 1831 CRYSTAL CT, HOUSTON, TX 77008 - (713) 864-2815 DISTRICT VI - JEROME J. HLAVATY, BOX 174, LOLITA, TX 77971 - (361) 874-4461 DISTRICT VII - POLLY BAYER, 1100 HOSPITAL BLVD., FLORESVILLE, TX 78114 - (830) 216-7954 STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR

JOHN WELLS P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TX 76503 (254) 773-1575 STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR

MELANIE ZAVODNY, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, - (254) 773-1575 E-Mail: 76503 TX melaniez@vvm.com DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS DISTRICT I - SUSAN SKRABANEK, RT. 2, BOX

13, CALDWELL, TX 77836 - (979) 272-3440 DISTRICT II - PATSY KOSLOVSKY, 764 S. ST. JOSEPH STREET, BURLINGTON, TEXAS 76519 - (254) 985-2396 DISTRICT III - BESSIE PETR, 5406 MORNINGSIDE, DALLAS, TX 75206 - (214) 826-3557 DISTRICT IV - SANDRA JANSA, 6617 PLAINVIEW, SAN ANGELO, TX 76904 - (915) 651-8045 DISTRICT V - MARIE STAYTON, 1126 PRINCE STREET, HOUSTON, TX 77008 - (713) 863-1609 DISTRICT VI - MARCY DOROTIK, 12360 RICHMOND AVE., APT. NO. 1134, HOUSTON, TX 77082 - (281) 679-5567 DISTRICT VII - LIZ BIELEFELD, ROUTE TWO, BOX 154-B, FLORESVILLE, TX 78114 (830) 393-6037

Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

1-800-72-SPJST After Office Hours and/or Weekends, call these State Field Representatives

PUBLICATION COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - FLOYD KOSTELKA, ROUTE ONE,

STATE TRAINING COORDINATOR JIM WIEST P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TX 76503 DISTRICTS 1 and 5 Position Vacant DISTRICTS 2 and 3 Jerry Kucera (254) 826-5425 DISTRICT 4 (Part Time) William (Billy) Rollwitz (915) 442-3038 or (915) 442-3141 (Home) DISTRICTS 6 and 7 Karen Kaspar (979) 543-2532

BY-LAW COMMITTEE DISTRICT I - CLARENCE R. MATULA, BOX 533,

LA GRANGE, TX 78945 - (979) 968-2881 DISTRICT II - RONNIE RIEGER, V. CHMN. 350 RIEGER ROAD, COUPLAND, TX 78615 - (512) 365-2000 DISTRICT III - KAY LYNN KOVAR, 3303 LAKE BARDWELL DRIVE, ENNIS, TX 75119 - (972) 875-5498 DISTRICT IV - BEVERLY TEPLICEK, SCTY., 817 FM 381, ROWENA, TX 76875 - (915) 442-4841 DISTRICT V - DOROTHY PFLUGHAUPT, 1243 CLOVIS RD, HOUSTON, TX 77008 - (713) 864-2163 DISTRICT VI - MICHAEL AHLSTROM, CHAIRMAN, 407 TAOS STREET, VICTORIA, TX 77904 (361) 578-3279

Whitetail Deer Only • State of Texas Only

Deer Antler Contest

• Deadline January 31, 2001 TWO PRIZES AWARDED $50 - Widest Horns

For SPJST Members Only

(Will be measured at widest point. Measured outside to outside.)

BOB BAYER DISTRICT VII

BOX 24-A, DIME BOX, TX 77853 - (979) 884-0112 DISTRICT II - NORMA CAVANAUGH, BOX 276, GRANGER, TX 76530 - (512) 859-2550 DISTRICT III - BESSIE PETR, V. CHMN., 5406 MORNINGSIDE, DALLAS, TX 75206 - (214) 826-3557 DISTRICT IV - SHARON HOHMANN, 222 CRESTWOOD DRIVE, SAN ANGELO, TX 76903 - (915) 651-5884 DISTRICT V - LORENDA BALDWIN, 219 CR 47, ANGLETON, TX 77515 - (979) 922-1279 DISTRICT VI - HELEN KELNER, 911 AVE. K, ROSENBERG, TX 77471 - (281) 342-2624 DISTRICT VII - JAROLYN POPP, CHAIRMAN, 850 NORTH VIEW, NEW BRAUNFELS, TX 78130 - (830) 606-7787

And the Winner Is ...

Election results continue to pour in from all over the state! Congratulations to all of our newly elected lodge officers and trustees! Your initiative and creativity will define the character of your lodge and the SPJST in the weeks and months to come. For the SPJST to achieve new heights, it will take the combined efforts and talents of all our members - and especially those who have been elected to accept positions of leadership.

Once again, a tip of the hat to all of our newly elected lodge officers - and indeed, to all of our dedicated fraternalists - good luck in the new year! Let us know how we can help .

-SPJST-

Attention Deer Hunters

Dorothy Pechal, Museum Curator Office: (254) 773-1575, P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503

Sales Representatives Assistance

Home Phone: (830) 216-7954 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114

kindness and courtesy, fraternalism can work wonders! In the words of Albert Schweitzer, "Kindness can accomplish much. As the sun makes ice melt, kindness causes misunderstanding, mistrust and hostility to evaporate."

"As the sun makes ice melt, kindness causes misunderstanding, mistrust and hostility to evaporate."

LIBRARY, ARCHIVES AND MUSEUM

MATT S. VANEK DISTRICT VI

Home Phone: (361) 578-2687 1009 Northgate, Victoria, TX 77904

The Starfish Thrower I ran across a neat story this past week. About how the little things we do for others really does make a positive difference. It was about a small boy who was walking along a beach and picking up starfish that had washed ashore and tossing them back into the water.

He was doing this because he knew that once the intense sun cameup, the starfish wouldn't have a chance of surviving.

A man who had been evaluating the boy's actions, walks up to the boy and says, "You know, there are so many, you can't possibly save them all. What you're doing really isn't making a difference."

The boy picked up a starfish, tossed it into the water and looked at the man and said, "Well, it sure made a difference to that one ... " Isn't that the truth!

Don't think - not for a minute that your random acts of kindness don't make a difference. They do. At home, at work and in the lodge. With

$50 - For Most Points Requirements: Picture of deer with a verification from one of the following: Game Warden, Highway Patrol, Sheriff or any Public Official.

Name Address

Lodge

Zip

City

Day/Night Telephone No.

e-mail

Verification: Date Killed Number of Points

Width of Antlers

Ranch Where Killed Nearest Town

CHANGES OF ADDRESS, PAID SUBSCRIPTIONS AND CORRESPONDENCE CONCERNING DELIVERY OF THE VESTNIK MUST BE SENT TO SUPREME LODGE FINANCIAL SECRETARY JERRY MIKULAS, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TX 76503. ADVERTISING SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE VESTNIK, P.O. BOX 100, TEMPLE, TEXAS 76503.

Signed By Office or Title

Send Entries to: Deer Antler Contest • SPJST Home Office P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 1111111161 NUM

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Wednesday, December 6, 2000—VESTNIKJ3

Fraternalist applications due to Home Office on December 15 Dear Members, We would like to remind your lodge that the Fraternalist of the Year applications are due on December 15, 2000.

We would greatly appreciate it if you

could remind your member who will be applying for Fraternalist of the Year of this date. We will send a letter of acknowledgment letting you know the date we received your application.

If you need an application, please call the President's department at 1 (800) 727-7578.

Fraternally, Howard B. Leshikar Supreme Lodge President —SPJST-

Members, friends encouraged to support 100 Pennies Fund Drive

District One Presents Scenes from Fall Fun Day October 15, 2000 Pictured, from left, are winners of the SPJST Christmas Ornament Contest: Sarah Hejl of Lodge 9, Snook; Kyle Skrabanek of Lodge 17, New Tabor; Dwayne Macik of Lodge 9, Snook; and Candice Macik of Lodge 9, Snook.

SPJST members and friends are scholarships to SPJST members. Mail encouraged to support the 2000-2001 you contribution to: 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive SPJST 100 Penmes Scholarship do SPJST Home Office Drive. In sending in your donation, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 please be sure to include donor's name(s) in order that proper acknowl- Thank you for your kind support. edgement may be published in the Please contact Donna Locke in the Vestnik. Donations are tax deductible Fraternal Department at 1 (800) 727and one hundred percent of the 7578 for donation solicitation forms.

—SPJSTamount that you contribute is used for

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District Two invites members to enjoy bus trip to Marksville In appreciation of all the hard work you do for the district meetings, we, the district officers, would like to treat you on a trip. We have set up a trip to Marksville, Louisiana on January 28 and 29, 2001. The cost to you will be $30 per person.

This is for the bus trip and one night stay in Marksville.

We plan to have a great time with games and prizes on the bus and just a get-away for all.

Please make your checks payable to Helen Simcik and mail them to Ruth Hanusch at 99 Mockingbird Hill Lane, Temple, Texas 76501.

You might say that this is a free trip because the district will refund you $10 and you will receive coupons worth $20 from the Casino. Isn't that great?

Now if you are interested, you need to get your name on the list right away

as the bus will hold up to 58 persons.

If we need, we can take two buses, but we are planning on one at this time.

Please note that there will be pick-up points at the Academy (6:00 a.m.) SPJST and if the Wal-Mart (6:30 a.m.) parking lot in Taylor.

Deadline for money and reservations is Friday, January 5, 2001.

If you have any questions, please give a call to District Fraternal Activities Coordinator Ruth Hanusch, at (254) 771-0193 or to District Two President Kathy Fritz at (254) 7731575 or 1 (800) 727-7578. Hope to hear from you real soon.

Fraternally, Ruth Hanusch District Two FAC —SPJST-

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1 The SPJST makes home, farm and i o commerca 1 1 commercial to qualified members.

For a free illustration that shows how you can save when making a new loan or refinancing through the SPJST, please contact the SPJST Mortgage Lending Department at 1(800) 727-7578 and ask to speak with Ann Paruzinski. Mortgage loans and term insurance that can pay off your loan in the event of death are just two of the many benefits available to SPJST members. Current mortgage rates appear on the cover of this week's Vestnik.

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LEFT PHOTO: District One President Randy Gaas congratulates Karen Gaas of Lodge 9, Snook for winning the pastry contests at the Fall Fun Day. RIGHT PHOTO: District One President Randy Gaas presents Ann Schoenemann of Lodge 9, Snook with award for winning the needlework contest.

Lodge 9, Snook hosts District I Fall Fun Day On October 15, 2000, approximately 100 members met at Lodge 9, Snook to enjoy the District One Fall Fun Day. More than 30 young people participated in the Christmas Ornament Contest. Winning the 6-8 age group was Sarah Hejl of Lodge 9, Snook with a snow globe ornament made from a baby food jar. The winner in 9-11 category was Kyle Skrabanek of Lodge 17, New Tabor, with a shotgun shell reindeer.

Dwayne Macik of Lodge 9, Snook, was the winner in the 12-14 age group with a sea shell angel. Candice

Macik, also of Lodge 9, Snook, won the 15-Senor categpru with a pine cone angel. Ann Schoenemann was the winner in the Adult Needlework and Karen Gaas won the Adult Pastry contest. Both are from Lodge 9, Snook.

Participants enjoyed playing bingo and the youth went on a "damp" hayride, courtesy of Lodge 9, Snook.

Thanks to Snook Youth Leader Marie Shelfer for organizing the hayride.

All enjoyed a delicious snack provided by the members of Lodge 9, Snook. Door prizes were awarded.

Fraternally, Susan Skrabanek District One Youth Counselor —SPJST-

The SPJST Supreme Lodge is accepting

requests for scholarship applications for the year 2001 SPJST Scholarships until December 31, 2000. If you wish to apply, you may request an application by calliqg the President's Office at 1 (800) 727-7578.

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SPJST and Temple College Host Czech Youtt:._ Symphony Perfo ante

CEFT History (Continued from page 1.)

November 4, 2030 The Youth Symphony Primavera of Hradec Kralove, Czech Republic performed on November 4 for an appreciative audience c, Temple College Auditorium.

Michael Sust, right, accompanies group in a song.

An g -lose attending were, from left, Pastor Don Vlasek, on call chaplain for Scott & White Hospital, Father Pavel Smydt of Brno, Czech Republic and Arnold Pechal of Lodge 24, Cyclone who assisted in hosting the orchestra members.

All proceeds from the youth symphony concert went to support the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum (LAM). Lodge 20, Granger supporters, from left are Deborah Saone', Laura SpanelWeber,Youth Leader Emily Tischler, Mary Katherine Tischier and, forefront, Elizabeth Tischler.

LAM President Glenn Kaminsky, second from left and LAM Treasurer Margaret Haisler, right, welcome Lodge 47, Seaton members Vallie and Leon Zavodny.

SPJST Library, Archives and Museum Treasurer Margaret Noisier and LAM President Glenn Kaminsky, right, accept $1,000 donation from Lodge 24, Cyclone Treasurer Brian Vanicek. The lodge made the contribution as a result of a cash grant they received from Wal-Mart in conjunction with their Make a Difference Day Czech Heritage Celebration held October 28.

University of Texas, and many of the Texas Czechs who became active in the CEFT had been members of Cechie, the Czech Club at the University of Texas at Austin. Among this group was Dr. John M. Skrivanek, who wrote a Master's thesis at UT entitled "The Education of the Czechs n Texas" in 1946 before going on to study at Charles University in Prague, Czechoslovakia. One of the founders of the CEFT, Dr. Skrivanek was a professor of Slavic languages who developed a Czech language program at Texas A&M University. Skrivanek long served as Secretary-Treasurer of the CEFT, along with J. M. Skrabanek as President and the Rev. Joseph A. Barton as VicePresident. CzechAmericans from across the State served on the Board of Directors during the early years. In addition to the founders and the officers mentioned above, he list includes R. J. Bartosh of Taylor, F. K. Bucek of Hallettsville, Charles Holasek of Corpus Christi, Joseph F. Holasek of West, Jaroslav Kleprlik of San Antonio, Tim Kostom of Houston, Vladimir Malec of Hallettsville, Edward L. Marek of Temple, Mrs. Henry R. Maresh of Houston, Joseph V. Maresh of Granger, Rev. A. W. Nesvadba of Wallis, I. C. Parma of Granger, Mrs. Benita Pavlu of Granger, E. W. Plasek of West, Cyril Pokladnik of Dallas, Ben Prevratil of Dallas, E. W. Schovajsa of Temple, Dr. John J. Shiller of Rowena, Joseph J. Skrivanek of Caldwell, Rudy Sefcik of West, Senator L. J. Sulak of La Grange, and Stephen Valcik of Houston.

Czech programs in Texas educational institutions increased, Dr. Skrivanek led the instructors in affiliating with the Houston Area Teachers of Foreign Languages, which organized a Slavic Languages Section.

Dr. Skrivanek also helped to establish cultural ties between the Czechs in Texas and Czechoslovak institutions which survive to the present day.

After spending a year's leave at Charles University in Prague, Czechoslovakia,Dr. Skrivanek was instrumental in arranging a year-long visit to Texas by the Czech scholar Vaclav Hunacek of Charles University as a guest of the Texas Educational Agency. He also laid the groundwork for a summer study program designed for Czech instructors and other interested parties from the State of Texas at Charles University in Prague. Although Dr._Skrivanek died before his plans could be realized, his brother Joseph J. Skrivanek later served as the first director of such a program, in cooperation with the Czechoslovak Institute of Foreign Affairs, and this program, in a reorganized form, is still in existence.

'In the m d 1980s, the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas emerged as a re-energized organization."

Early Activity The CEFT strongly influenced the teaching of Czech in Texas high schools, colleges, and universities during the 1950s, 1960s, and early 1970s. Scholarships were awarded to students of the language, and several of these students went on to obtain advanced degrees in Slavic languages while others accepted civilian or military linguistic positions with the United States government. Dr. Skrivanek himself built up the Czech program at Texas A&M University, and the development of the Czech language program stimulated the growth of a Russian language program there as well.

At Texas A&M Dr. Skrivanek developed a textbook and audio-tape program entitled Conversational Czech, which was adopted by language programs in other institutions.

He also assisted J. L. Chervenka, Sr. in establishing a Czech language program at Rogers High School, at that time the only program of its kind in the United States. As the number of

A Period of Transition Like other ethnic groups in Texas and across the nation, the Texas Czechs began to increase their activities in the late 1960s and a general growth in ethnic awareness continued into the 1970s. Czech-American celebrations such as Westfest and the Ennis Polka Festival became ever more popular, and new events were added in communities across the State, as fraternal organizations became more active in promoting Czech language and culture in State schools, and other support groups, such as CESAT, were revived.

However, the CEFT itself entered into a stage of relative inactivity after the death, on December 27, 1972, of Dr. Skrivanek, its guiding light. Cofounder Henry R. Maresh had died in 1957, and August Kacir died in 1973.

CEFT Rekindles Flame In the mid-1980s, however, the CEFT emerged as a re-energized organization that was to successfully complete one of the most important projects in the history of the Czech community in Texas. At this time, the organization was led by President Joseph J. Skrivanek, the brother of John M. Skrivanek, and VicePresident Cyril (Sid) Pokladnik, another long-time member of the organization, along with Tim Kostom, R. J. (Rudy) Sefcik, Mrs. John M. (Lil) Skrivanek, and Mrs. Benita Pavlu. Among newly elected directors were Louis Hanus, Marvin J. Marek, Albert J. Blaha, Calvin C. Chervenka, Victor A. Peter, Jan Vaculik, Bishop John Morkovsky, Rev. Henry A. Beseda, Sidney Kacir, Steve Shiller, Amos Pavlik, and Jerry D. Odstrcil.

Marvin J. Marek served as the new (Continued on page 13)

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letters Section Lodge 4, Hallettsvive Christmas party December 10 Dear Members, Our next meeting and Christmas party will be held Sunday, December 10 at the Legion Tap Room at 2 p.m.

Following the meeting, games will be played, door prizes given and Santa is planning to stop by. Lunch will be served. Hope to see you there!

Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 15, Buckholts expresses thanks to supporters We really appreciate seeing our friends and members coming out to support our lodge and making our fund raiser a success. Thanks to all the workers. It was enjoyable working with each of you.

In our November meeting, the minutes, the treasurer's and all committee reports were approved as read.

The ladies' rest room has been remodeled for the handicapped.

Election of officers for 2001: President Ricky McCall Vice President Mary Chudej Treasurer Virginia Williams Secretary Charlsie Svetlik We want to say thanks to all the passed lodge officers that have served our lodge faithfully. May God bless you.

Our next meeting will be December 11, 2000 at 6:30. We hope to see more of our member attending our meeting.

Fraternally, Charlsie Svetlik —SPJST-

Lodge 18, Elgin reports on November meeting Members of the Elgin SPJST Lodge 18 met a 6:30 p.m. November 21 for a social hour. We were served turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce and rolls with peach cobbler and coffee. It was great food and was enjoyed by all.

The monthly meeting was called to order by President Andrew Greinert at

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7:30 p.m. Andrew thanked everyone for coming and opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silent prayer. We had three excused absences and 23 members present.

Monday, December 4, we will decorate the hall for Christmas at 9 a.m.

Mark Your Calendar

We will have our December monthly meeting a week early. It will be held on December 12 with social hour beginning at 6:30 p.m. with the meeting following at 7:30 p.m.

Vice President Dollie Hajda was absent so no report. Secretary Agnes Eschberger read the minutes from the October meeting. They were approved as read. Treasurer Agnes Rupp gave her report which was approved.

Ruby. Bowen, Youth Leader, reported the youth group is making Christmas wreaths for the rest home.

Thomas Ries, Chairperson, gave the bar report and a motion was made and seconded and approved that as of November 21, all complimentary tickets are to be used two years from the date.

After the two years, they are no longer accepted. Thanks.

Trustee Secretary Jack Eschberger gave his report. Thanks, Jack.

Gladys Mogonye is vacationing in Las Vegas. Artie Munson gave her ticket report. Thanks, Artie. Hope Gladys has lots of good news to report.

Alma Schmidt reported on the rentals. You may call Alma at (512) 281-4371 to rent the hall.

Entertainment Committee Artie Munson had no report. Rules and Regulations Alex Roehlke had no report.

Evelyn Gustafson sent sympathy cards to Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Felfe and Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Eschberger.

Thanks, Evelyn.

Financial Secretary Marvin Marek reported 371 paid members.

Happy 50th Anniversary to Jack and Agnes Eschberger who celebrated with a dinner and dance at the Elgin SPJST hall. We wish you two many, many more happy, healthy years together.

Happy birthday to Minnie Ries who celebrated a birthday this month. We wish you many, many more!

We give thanks to Johnnie Vrabel for cleaning the kitchen at the lodge. Thanks to Alma Schmidt, Minnie and Thomas Ries for cleaning, painting and hanging doors on the second ladies rest room.

Also, Alvin and Jack Eschberger and Alma Schmidt, thanks for mopping the water during our recent rains. Many thanks to all the people-who work together to make the Elgin lodge what it is.

The time to make friends is before you need them.

Lazelle Wuthrich Brogger Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 24, Cyclone Christmas party December 10 Dear Lodge 24 Readers, Our Christmas party is coming soon.

It will be held on December 10, 2000 from 3 p.m. till whenever! The happy hour will be from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Each family is to bring a salad, a vegetable and a dessert for the dinner. The ham, new potatoes and sweet potatoes will be provided by the lodge.

Please note that the youth club is collecting non-perishable items for the Lack's Trim-a-Tree Contest. The food will go to local food banks. You can bring the items to the Christmas party.

Thanks for your support!

Fraternally, Tammy Baker, Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge Karel Jonas, No. 28, East Bernard celebrates Christmas Dear Members, Please note: The meeting and meal for the month of December which will commemorate the Christmas season will be held on the second Sunday, the 10th, and will convene at 12:30 p.m. at the home of Glenn Kaminsky located at 902 River Oaks Ct. in the Bernard Timbers Addition in East Bernard.

Again, to those who have never been there or do not remember how to get to the address may go to the 106 Leveridge Street meeting room and someone will guide you to the Kaminsky home. Just be there early!

As for the agenda and order of business, the meeting will convene at 12:30 p.m. After opening ceremonies and grace given, the meeting will recess for the meal. It will reconvene after enough time is given for the meal.

Business needing immediate attention will be handled. During the time, either before or during the meeting, goody bags will be given out to those present.

To the faithful: See you Sunday at 12:30 p.m. or sooner, plan to attend and this writer remains...

Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, President (Editor's Note: Please note that this week's letter from Brother Nezval includes information previously submitted for publication but inadvertently omitted from last week's Vestnik. I apologize for the oversight. Thank you for your attention.)

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me: „Jer Danny and Jennifer Dvorak of Ennis are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, April Marie Dvorak, born at 5:50 p.m., Thursday, July 13, 2000 at Baylor University MedApril Dvorak ical Center. She weighed six pounds, six ounces and was 20 1/2 inches long.

Paternal grandparents are Ernest and Dorothy Dvorak; maternal grandparents are Kenneth and Patsy Houdek.

Great-grandparents are Alice Houdek and Lillie Novy.

Thanks to her parents, April is pro tected for life with a single premium certificate written by Sales Representative Johnnie Krajca.

—SPJST--

Lodge 32, Victoria requests RSVP for Christmas party We want to remind our members of our Christmas party which will be held December 13, 2000 at Las Cazuelas Banquet Room at 3502 North Laurent in Victoria, Texas. A buffet dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m.

Please sent in your reservations by Friday, December 8.

Wishing each and everyone a joyous and safe holiday.

Respectfully, Valeria Motal Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje sets Christmas party, meeting El Campo-Hillje Lodge 40 will have its December meeting and Christmas party on Sunday, December 10, 2000 in Hillje at the lodge hall.

There will be a brief meeting at 11:30 a.m. followed by a catered meal.

Installation of officers will also take place. Everyone is asked to bring a canned good for the food basket. We will also have a prize drawing.

Anyone wishing to bring a prize drawing item may do so.

Members are welcome as well as their guest. Please RSVP by Tuesday, December 5, 2000 to Debbie Sczech (409) 543-3179, Sheldon Holub (409) 543-7387 or Tria Molberg (409) 5433044.

Tria Molberg Secretary Debbie Sczech Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST--

6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, December 6, 2000 which will be on Sunday, December 10. The youth will have a program and memorial service starting at 3 p.m.

Happy hour will be from from 4 to 5 p.m. and the meal at approximately 5 p.m. Members are asked to bring salads and sweets for the meal. The next board meeting will be on December 18.

Fraternally, Adeline Kohutek, Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje reports on November meeting El Campo-Hillje Lodge 40 gathered for the regular monthly meeting November 12, 2000. President Sheldon Holub welcomed all members and guests.

President Holub called the meeting to order at 2 p.m. with 41 members and four guest present. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and a moment of silence was observed for the sick in the community and deceased members.

President Holub asked that all Veterans present please come forward and be recognized. Veterans in attendance were Walter Staff, US Navy; Edmund Kana, US Marines 1947-1951; Allen Bacak, Army, served in Germany for 18 months; Emil Bilek, US Air Force, World War II; and Ted Dressler, US Air Force World War II. President Holub thanked the veterans for sharing their military service background with the membership.

Roll call of officers cited all officers present.

The minutes of the October meeting were read with no corrections.

President Holub read a communication from the State Office. Lodge 40 has 51 new members and will receive the Platinum Award again this year. Ruby Kunz gave the Treasurer's report.

Michele Zahan gave the report for the Youth Club. President Holub presented Youth Club President Cory Cerny with a check for $13.20 for the Youth Club. The proceeds were from the sale of aluminum cans. The Youth Club will have their Christmas party at Los Cucos in El Campo.

Josephine Bacak gave the Bar Report. President Holub thanked all kitchen workers for October. President Holub gave the bingo report.

Elaine Svoboda reported that the barbecue team placed third in brisket at District Six Day in Victoria, Texas and each member of the team received an apron. The clean up date for our Lodge is January 6, 2001 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Chicken noodle soup will be served to all workers.

Election Results Election of officers for 2001 were held:

Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje celebrated birthdays for Debbie Sczech and Elaine Svoboda at their November meeting.

President Leona Macha Vice President Sheldon Holub Secretary Tria Molberg Treasurer Loraine Kana FAC Debbie Sczech Youth Leader Ardis Bacak Trustees Kenneth Cerny and Joseph Bartos 2001 Audit Committee Crystal Bacak, Emil Bilek and Vlasta Bartos, Chair November birthday celebrants in attendance were Debbie Sczech and Elaine Svoboda. Elaine Svoboda won the birthday cookie which was enjoyed by the membership. Ben Svoboda won the attendance prize. Liz Schilab made a motion to adjourn and it was seconded by Edith Molberg. The meeting was adjourned at 2:45 p.m.

Secretary, Tria Molberg —SPJST-

47, Seaton Christmas party December 10 Lodge

Dear Members, On Friday December 8 at 7 p.m., members are invited to come help decorate the hall for the Christmas party

Welcome Aboard!

At the November meeting of Lodge 32, Victoria, Simona Elizabeth Buccigrossi, accompanied by her mother, Dada Buccigrossi, received her new life insurance certificate presented by Sales Representative Adolf Motal, left, and Lodge 32 President Mike Ahistrom.

49, Rowena Christmas party, game social, pin presentation set for December 15 Lodge

Everyone is cordially invited as Lodge 49, Rowena hosts its annual Christmas party, game social and 50year pin presentation on Friday, December 15, 2000. The game social of cards and dominos will begin at 5 p.m. The pin presentation will take place at 7 p.m. followed by a meal.

Our lodge will provide the turkey and dressing and all members are asked to bring a vegetable or dessert.

Come on out and enjoy the fellowship and fun.

Fraternally, Nancy Schwertner Secretary —SPJST-

63, Sweat Home invites members to Christmas social Lodge

Lodge 63, Sweet Home will hold its monthly meeting and social at the Queen of Peace Parish Hall in Sweet Home on December 10, 2000 beginning at 12 noon. A happy hour will be followed by a catered meal. Members are asked to bring the desserts.

After the meal, a business meeting will be conducted. Items on the agenda include committee reports, officer elections, committee appointments and a report on the success of the recent sponsorship of the food booth at the Sweet Home dance.

Come Celebrate Christmas!

Door prizes will be awarded and someone with a birthday in October, November or December will win a cake baked by Earline Zabransky.

This will also be our Christmas party so if you wish to exchange gifts, the price limit is $2.75 - $3.00 and categories will be the same as last year— men, women, and children. Santa might be able to make it again this year. Last year's meeting was a little earlier and he was not as busy, but this year, we will just have to wait and see.

Don't forget! The date and place has been changed. Remember to come out to the Parish Hall on December 10, get a free meal and some refreshments and relax before the Christmas rush really gets started.

Fraternally, Elaine Berkovsky FAC and Reporter —SPJST-

65, Crosby and 91, Crosby host combined Christmas party Lodges

All members are invited to the SPJST annual Christmas party hosted

by Lodges 65 and 91. The party will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, December 10, 2000 at the American Legion Hall located at 14118 FM 2100 in Crosby.

The day will begin with an annual meeting for the election of officers, followed by dinner and bingo.

Please R.S.V.P. by December 6, 2000: For members of Lodge 91, please call (281) 462-8987; (281) 3285209; or (281) 843-2882 and for members of Lodge 65, please call (281) 328-3004 or (713) 649-1908.

Mark your calendar to join us.

—SPJST-

79, Corpus Christi reports ca November meeting Lodge

The Thanksgiving dinner on Sunday, November 19 was enjoyed by 44 members and guests who attended. The food was delicious and there was plenty of it.

Thanks to those who purchased the ready to eat turkey and those who worked in the kitchen to serve the dinner. Thanks a bunch!

After the dinner, President Jerry Sijansky called the meeting to order at 1:35 p.m. After the Pledge of Allegiance, a moment of silence was observed in memory of Brother Adolph Hanzelka. All officers were present.

A Happy Birthday was sung for President Jerry Sijansky on his November 27 birthday and also the wedding anniversary on November 22 of Jerry and Jill Sijansky.

The reading of the minutes and financial report were dispensed until next meeting and approved by the membership. The correspondence was read by Secretary Helen Pavelka consisting of thank you letter from the Library, Archives and Museum for our past donation and also a thank you letter from Sokol, Corpus Christi for help and donation at the October fund raiser.

Fraternal Activities Coordinator Jerry Elzner gave a brief report of all activities. He stressed the need of new members. If members know of a prospect, call any of our sales representatives.

Christmas Party December 10 The combined SPJST and Sokol Corpus Christi Christmas party is on Sunday, December 10 at Sokol Hall.

The lodge will donate 200 apples and 200 oranges for the Christmas bag goodies. All members, their families are invited to come starting about 3 p.m. The Sokol gymnasts will have a country store as a fund raiser. Anyone who wishes to donate toys or cash for Toys for Tots can do so. For the meal, which will be around 5 p.m., members are asked to bring enough food such as sandwiches, desserts, for their families and their guests. After the supper, Santa Claus is scheduled to make an appearance. So, do come to enjoy a day of visiting and socializing.

President Jerry Sijansky talked

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about the different types of insurance the SPJST has to offer and the need to write up new members. He gave a brief report on the recent Rest Home Directors' meeting he had attended.

The members approved giving the $50 November donation to the Childrens' Christmas Appeal. All donations for this project are given to needy children in areas for Christmas.

This is a very worthy cause.

The next meeting is scheduled for Sunday, December 17 at 2 p.m. at Sokol Hall. It is time for elections so please, members do come to vote for the officers of your choice and to voice your opinion. There will be the usual svacina after the meeting. Members are asked to bring goodies to share.

The lucky door prize winners were Jessica Quinones, Lil Hruska, Jerry W. Elzner, W.L. Hermis and Edna Voldan See you Sunday, December 17.

Fraternally, Helen Pavelka Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

79, Corpus Christi joins Sokol for holiday celebration Lodge

We had a very nice turkey dinner before we started our meeting. The turkey, dressing, gravy and pumpkin pie were furnished by the lodge.

Members were asked to bring a veggie or dessert. We had 44 members and guests who enjoyed a meal "fit for a king."

Holiday Celebration Our Christmas party will be Sunday, December 10. Our lodge will donate 200 apples and 200 oranges. We will again join with Sokol in having a dual Christmas party. Also at the party, we will be giving out longevity Sokol pins.

Twenty-six Sokol members will receive pins. Of this number, 23 are also SPJST members.

Our lodge participated in Make a Difference Day. We had a work day at Sokol hall.

The Melodion Band paid us a return visit. The weather was cool and wet so they did not get to swim as the had hoped. We did have a big dinner for them. The lodge furnished sausage and members and guests brought covered dishes. Also joining us were the Sokol gymnasts and their parents. A total of 120 enjoyed a good meal and a lot of Czech singing.

Our monthly donation was given to

Children's Christmas Appeal. Our members also will be helping with Toys for Tots drive this Christmas season.

Remember, requests for applications must be made by December 31, 2000.

All completed scholarship applications must be postmarked no later than February 1, 2001. The scholarships are worth $1,000 now so good luck.

Thanks to all members and friends for donating to the scholarship fund.

Lastly, we need new members!

Fraternally, Jerry Elzner, FIC Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-

81, Needville meets December 17 Lodge

Our next meeting is December 17, 2000. Darlene Blinka, Sarah Stewart and Winifred Susan each volunteered to bake a ham. Darlene Blinka said that she will make sure to get some sausage to go with it. Members, please remember to bring a side dish and dessert. See you at the December meeting.

Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST-

84, Dallas reports on November meeting Lodge

Dear Members, Our meeting last month was called to order by President Yeager. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited and a moment of silence was observed for our departed members Brothers Steve Dobecka, Frank Zastopil and Bennie Martinets.

The members extend sympathy to the families. May your loved ones have eternal peace.

Did you notice the new beautiful place covers that surround our dance floor? Well, we have Sister Lisa Zabojnik to thank for her donation of labor. It took to make it so nice. Thank you.

We thank Brother Emil Petr for his job of refinishing the cabinet in the conference room which hdlds important paperwork, etc. that the youth needed to store for future use or reference. While we are thanking members for donated jobs, we want to thank Brother Adolph Salac for keeping tabs on the installation of that new ice maker. Again, we

thank Lodge 130 for donating. Also, he checked out the heating for the lodge.

So many things being done for the lodge and we thank everyone contributing to make things better for all.

Youth Leader Petr reported four circles of Beseda dancers plus 16 little children danced at the Texas State Fair.

She was also instrumental in securing the Polk of A group to perform on opening day at the Hall of State. Sister Bessie also was queen for a day as the oldest participant that day. And if you haven't heard, Brother and Sister Ben and Lillie Jarma were honored as the longest married couple attending the heritage day of Czech descendants.

Last, but not least, Sister Bessie reported the youth are busy on a charitable project for the children's hospital for the Christmas season and also for a program which you will no doubt come and see at the annual Christmas gettogether on December 17. Happy hour will be from 5 to 6 p.m. followed by dinner and then the program and Santa.

If you come please bring a side dish and dessert to go with the meat and cheese. The lodge will furnish. Also, canned food donations for the needy would be appreciated. So come and enjoy the evening with friends.

Brother Ben Jarma read the sunshine report. Get well wishes go out to Sisters Keri Jones, Martha Frnka, Julie Jarma, Ella Mae Provazek, Lillie Jarma and Evelyn Dlabaj and to Brothers Frank Jezek, Bennie Jarma, Leonard Baleja and Aaron Thornton. Sympathy cards were sent to Steven Dobecka family; Frank Zastopil family; Leonard Sykora family; Bennie Martinets family on the loss of Billie; Warren Pool family on the loss of grandmother; Ed Tyroch family on the loss of brother; Genora Kriska family on the loss of mother. Congratulations go out to Ellie and Vladimar Fredrich on a great-grand baby boy; and also to Sister Georgia Rejcek Hughes, Fraternalist of the Year for Lodge 84, Dallas for 2000.

The officers of Lodge 84, 2001 are President Justine Yeager Vice Presiden Ben Jarma Secretary Georgie Hughes Treasurer Carlyn Ondrusek Fraternal Activities Coordinator Faye Rejcek Youth Leader Bessie Petr Sergeant-at-Arms Adolph Salac Reporter Rose Scott Please support these members who were elected to serve your lodge and my lodge.

December 16, the Granger Polka Band will play and the Vanek's will play for the New Year's Eve dance. See you there!

As promised, discussion and a vote was taken concerning dues by our lodge and as of January 2001, no dues will be collected to offset expenses that occur at Lodge 84. But please continue to support your lodge home by getting active and supporting any fund raising project that occur from time to time.

Fraternally, Rose Scott —SPJST-

Lodge 88, Houston meets December 10 Dear Members, Our December monthly meeting will be held Sunday, December 10, 2000 at 10 a.m.

The annual meeting will follow immediately after the monthly meeting.

Election of officers, board members, entertainment chairperson and social night chairman will be elected. Also, the proposals to our rules and regulations will be considered.

We ask that you please attend this important meeting. Please remember that you must be present to vote and your local lodge dues must be paid.

Fraternally, Clara Broz, President —SPJST-

88, Houston reports on lodge, member activities Lodge

Dear Members and Friends, Our dances for December are as follows: Saturday, December 2 Jack Melick - Big Band Dress Code Tickets: $12 each Hosts: Georgie and Sydney Jurchak Saturday, December 9 Bobby Jones - Polka and Variety Tickets: $6 each Hostess: Era Richards Saturday, December16 Manny Green - Christmas Dance Big Band - Dress Code Tickets: $11 each Hostess - Earline Hoffman Sunday, December 17 Blue Room Party Pat Veit - 3 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Tickets: $15 each Advance Ticket Sales Only Hostess: Pat Bruce Saturday, December 23 Christmas with The Travelers Polka and Variety Tickets: $6 each Hosts: Lydia and Tom Marsh Saturday, December 30 No Dance Sunday, December 31 New Years Eve Dance Gus Lindemann Tickets: $15 each Advance Ticket Sales Only Hosts: Dance Committee We had our monthly meeting on November 13 and had 111 members present and two guests.

Marie Stayton, First Vice President, honored all veterans with a slide presentation entitled "This Old Flag."

It sounds like our youth have been pretty busy. They sold ice cream on Czech Day, had a Halloween party in October. Their Christmas party is to be on December 5 at 7 p.m. The lodge orchestra will play and the choral group will sing. Let's support our youth by attending the Christmas party. It should be a lots of fun.

Blue Room Party The Blue Room party is on December 17. Pat Veit will be playing for us and I'm sure lots more fun is to be had.

8/VESTNIK—Wednesday, December 6, 2000 The Birthday Club is having their Christmas party on December 13. All lodge officers and board members are invited to attend.

I failed to mention that Mary and John Kosut had an anniversary in October. Mary also had a birthday. Our birthday celebrants for November are Frances Seeberger, Chrisy Hegwood, Dorothy Novak, Natalie Zalesky, Alice Bily, Elaine Stevenson, Celestine Darilek, Russell Dunlavy, Esther Heinsohn, John Lacina, Dorothy Fabrygel, Doris Bronikowski, Katherine Bronikowski, E.J. Bender, Melanie Spies, Josephine Koeppen, Lee Edward Pflughaupt and Gabe Lucas. Our anniversary celebrants are Celestine and Rudy Darilek, Dorothy and Anton Fabrygel and Margie and Ernest Anders.

Our beverages were furnished by the anniversary celebrants and by Alice Bily and Esther Heinsohn, who had birthdays.

We didn't go to Coushatta this month, but will go on December 2.

Put that date on your calendar. If you need any information, my phone number is (713) 864-6881.

Member Updates I understand that Kathy Trefell went home from the hospital yesterday. Remember to keep her in your prayers. (I have since heard that she went to Florida to recuperate. Her daughter took her home with her last Monday.) We wish you well, Kathy.

Helen and King Hegwood, Calvin and I went to Coushatta Sunday afternoon and came back on Monday night. King was picked by the "giveaway team" to receive $1,500. It was quite a surprise and we were all happy for him.

Did you hear about Helen winning a 42" projection television? It really is nice. Some people just have all the luck.

Happiness is finding a brand-new, no-noise shopping cart at the grocery store!

Fraternally,_ Flo Orsag, Recording Secretary —SPJST-

92, Fort Worth elects Jimmy Greer Fraternalist of the Year 2000 Lodge

Fraternalist of the Year Jimmy Greer was named Fraternalist of the Year. He joins his wife, Florence, in getting this award.

Jimmy has served as trustee, rolls up his sleeves and does free gratis work on behalf of the Lodge, and is always a good source of sound, helpful advice on running Lodge affairs.

Jimmy and Florence faithfully attend our meetings and social activities.

John Paprskar of the selection committee presented Jimmy with a nice plaque. Congratulations!

Also, congratulations to Jimmy and Florence on their 59th anniversary which they celebrated at the dance with the Jodie Mikula Orchestra. May you have many more years of happiness together!

Lodge 92 Officers for 2001 are as follows:

President Gordon Hubenak Vice President John Paprskar Secretary/Reporter Al Kercho Treasurer Lynn Lesikar Financial Secretary Debbie Harrison Youth Leader Gayle Fuller Assistant Youth Leader Terri Turner Fraternal Activities Coordinator Martha Durham Board of Trustees Albert Kubala, Evelyn Spacek, John Paprskar, Pam Durham and Frank Prochaska.

Congratulations to one and all.

Outgoing officers are Treasurer Kenneth Krivanek and Financial Secretary Evelyn Spacek. Thank you, Kenneth and Evelyn for all your great work. Appointments to committees will be named in a future article.

Sunshine committee chairperson, Florence Greer, announced the sending of get well wishes to Joe Hubenak, Evelyn Spacek, Rudy Koci and Lawrence Janecka.

Special birthdays in November are Joe Botik, Doris Brown, Johnnie Chalopiza, Alma Combs, Theresa Donaghue, Delores Eudy, Billy Hundle, Woodrow Hunka, Albert Karlick, Bernie Kratky, Billy Krivanek, Janice Loftin, Walter Matousek, Stella McCanlies, Lillie McMillen, Vicki Murphy, Laura Posival, and Genevieve Sparkman.

Shirley Zich and Stacie Hubenak also celebrate November birthdays.

Happy birthday to all and may you have many more.

Welcome to Jim and Rose Bezdek of Denton who became new members of our Lodge. They have attended our Lodge activities for a number of years. We will look forward to seeing more of you at our activities.

Thanks to Dottie and Uel Tutt for your donation of the new case for the "Fraternalist of the Year" pictures.

Coming Events We are looking forward to the great music of Harry Czarnek and the Texas Dutchmen of Houston on Sunday, December 3. Lodge 92 members will be admitted free.

Snacks will be served. Members and non-members are invited to attend the dance and social. We will have a great time Harry and Gene Patalik organized the Texas Dutchmen in 1970 and have been playing together ever since. In September, the Czarnek's and Patalik's had a joint celebration of their 50th wedding anniversaries. Congratula-tions on 100 years of wedded bliss!

Wednesday, December 6 - Seniors Toys for Tots, sponsored by the Lone Star Music Association. Admission for free food and entertainment is by donation of a new, unwrapped toy.

Melissa Hubenak will be singing some of your favorite Country Western tunes.

Sunday, December 10-Family Christmas Party. Children that want to be on the Christmas program should arrive by 5 P.M. so the party

can get started promptly at 6 P.M. Please bring homemade cookies for the social. The Lodge will furnish the refreshments and Christmas Bags.

Fraternally submitted, Al Kercho, Reporter (Editor's Note: I apologize for this letter appearing in this week's Vestnik instead of last week's issue. The let ter was received in time for the November 29 issue; however, I inadvertenly omitted the letter in the process of composing last week's issue. Thank you for your attention.)

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107, Floresville meets December 10 Lodge

Dear Members, Don't forget that December 10 is our next meeting. We will elect new officers for the new year. President Bob Bayer, Second Vice President Thomas Novak and Secretary Lucille Novak will be stepping down to let our younger members become our leaders.

We will be serving a lunch on this day at 1 p.m. The lodge will furnish the meat. Members are asked to bring side dishes and desserts.

Fraternally, Bob Bayer —SPJST-

142, Houston celebrates holiday season with food, music and Santa

Secretary Alice Jochen showed all were present except Fraternal Activities Coordinator Marilyn Spivey.

The secretary read the minutes from the previous month's meeting which stand approved as read. Our lodge had four transfers to Lodge 8, Weimar, Texas.

Our lodge Christmas party is to be held on December 2 beginning at 6 p.m. with a short program with Santa, food and music at 7 p.m. by a dee jay.

Correspondence was read.

All officers and committee reports were given. The sick committee reported that Sidon Tumis was sick and resting. Lillian Schmidt was in the hospital. Anita Charbula had knee surgery and she is currently recuperating.

New Business It was discussed and voted on to have a barbecue cookoff again like last year. This is to be held Friday and Saturday, March 16 - 17, 2001.

The capsule for $20 went unclaimed due to the absence of Donna L. Pomikal and Kaylee Tanner Kieschnick. The next month prize goes to $30. Cash prizes were awarded to Nancy Cook, Alene Kieschnick, Rosie Schilhab, Alice Jochen and Dorothy Tumis.

Refreshment prizes were given to Walter Rosilier, Ruth Kieschnick, Mary Ann Kieschnick, Frank Tumis.

Birthdays for November were Mike Schleider, Mary Ann Kieschnick, Alene Kieschnick and Elmo Walther.

Celebrating an anniversary for November is Nelson and Alice Jochen, married 50 years on November 4.

Lodge

Next Meeting December 10

Our meeting was called to order on Sunday, November 12, 2000 at 2 p.m.

by President Keith Kieschnick. We has 28 members present who stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. By roll call of officers and board members given by

The meeting adjourned at 3:15 p.m.

A lunch of delicious turkey, dressing and all the trimmings was served to all members. The next meeting is December 10 at 2 p.m. This is our annual meeting.

Remember, our annual Christmas party on December 2, 2000 at 6 p.m.

Fraternally, Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST-

and Evelyn Spinks Celebrate Fiftieth Anniversary Victor

Congratulations to Victor and Evelyn (Lubojasky) Spinks, who observed their Golden Wedding Anniversary on September 30, 1950.

The couple was married fifty years ago at the Nelsonville Brethren Church in Nelsonville, Texas.

Victor and Evelyn have four children — David, Ricky, Susan and Nancy; and eight grandchildren. All

live in the Deer Park, Texas area.

Family members celebrated with Evelyn and Victor, joining them on a seven-day cruise where the couple renewed their wedding vows aboard the Norwegian Sea. Evelyn, who is a 50-year SPJST member, belongs to Lodge 172, Pasadena.

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THEN AND NOW — Congratulations to Victor and Evelyn Lubojasky Spinks who observed their 50th Wedding Anniversary on September 30.

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Lodge 155, Austin Christmas dinner December 9 at Ryan's Steakhouse Gather 'round, all Lodge 155 members, for our annual Christmas dinner to be held on Saturday, December 9 at 4 p.m. at Ryan's Steakhouse, 1813 West Parmer Lane. Directions: Take North Mopak to Parmer Lane exit. Turn right. Go one-half mile — almost to the intersection of Parmer and Metric.

Ryan's is on the right side.

Please bring a small Christmas ornament as a donation for the needy refugees who have recently arrived in Austin. Hope everyone comes with lots of holiday spirit and smiles and ready to enjoy a good meal together!

A brief meeting will follow with some important news.

Fraternally, Ginny Prasatik Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

160, San Angelo posts notice of annual meeting in 2001

memorial service will be held to honor lodge members who have passed away during the past year. Election of officers will take place and our financial donations will be decided. Please plan to join us for this important meeting.

Fraternally, Cindy Martin, Secretary —SPJST-

177, Academ plans Christmas social, bus trip Lodge

Ray Ybarra and Jackie Beck, representing the Christmas Social Committee, told members that they've made arrangements for our lodge Christmas party to be held at Golden Corral in Temple on December 13. This is also our regular meeting night.

Jackie Beck reported that she's arranging a bus trip to Marksville, Louisiana for January 14-15.

Fraternally, Kathy Fritz Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

Lodge

Members of Lodge 160, San Angelo, please note that our annual meeting will be held on Sunday, January 14, 2001. The meeting will again be held at St. Ambrose Church at Wall, Texas. A catered noon meal will be served before the meeting.

Registration will begin at 11:30 a.m. A

Robert and Tracy Chaloupka Wine Celebrate 62nd Anniversary Congratulations to Robert and Tracy Chaloupka Wine who celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary on October 9, 2000 in Caldwell, Texas at Cooks Point Community Center. Lunch was served at noon and was hosted by their nieces and nephews. Tracy Wine is a member of Lodge 186, Caldwell.

—SPJST-

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wine

180, Burleson plans Christmas dinner, gift exchange Lodge

A reminder of our New Year's Eve dance on December 31. The band High Stakes will be playing that night.

Tickets will be $25 a couple and $13 a person when bought in advance. Tickets at the door on New Year's Eve night will be $15 a person.

Our next dance will be held on December 9, 2000. The doors will open at 7:45 p.m. The dance will be from 8:30 p.m. and 12:30 a.m. It is BYOB. The band, High Stakes, will play your favorite tunes. The kitchen and soda bar will be open for business. Come out and have a good time dancing and listening to some good music.

Our members, Bill and Ella Hilcher have not been feeling well. Bill has been in the hospital and Ella has been ill. We hope you both have a speedy recovery. We miss you at the lodge meetings and lodge functions.

Christmas Dinner, Gift Exchange In addition to our next dance, our next meeting will be on December 6, 2000. Estelle and Rhonda Hurtik will provide a delicious chili for our Christmas dinner. Everyone else, please bring a pot luck dish. We will also exchange Christmas gifts. Limit the gift to $7. Men bring a man's gift; ladies bring a lady's gift. The meeting will be short so we will be able to enjoy our Christmas dinner and gifts. Please come and enjoy some good camaraderie and companionship among our members.

The door prizes for the November meeting were won by Carman and Joe Babina and Rhonda Hurtik.

Last, but not least, We don't want November to slip on by without first wishing our young members, Colin Hurtik, a happy birthday. Happy birthday, Colin.

Ann Sammet, Reporter —SPJST-

185, New Braunfels hosts Christmas celebration at Bavarian Village Lodge

Members and guests of SPJST Lodge 185 met at the Bavarian village on October 23 for our Halloween party.

The children and adults who were masked marched in a circle while the music played and the judges selected the winners. This was a different task for the judge as there were so many excellent masked children and adults.

President Jonathan Haag called a business meeting to order after the prizes were awarded.

The minutes of our previous meeting were read and approved. After some discussion, it was decided we would have our Christmas party at the Bavarian Village on Sunday, December 10 beginning at 4 p.m. Social hour will be from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. At this time, our meal will be served. The lodge will furnish barbecued brisket and sausage, coffee, tea and utensils. It was requested that members furnish salad, side dishes of vegetables and/or dessert such as cookies or cakes.

Election of officers for the next year are as follows: President Kathleen Mills Vice President Monte Foster Second Vice President Jonathan Haag Fraternal Activities Coordinator Jessica Salinas Treasurer Ernest Jasek Youth Leade Theresa Haag Theresa Haag reported she had received a check from the Supreme Lodge to cover expenses for the District Seven meeting. She also reported the youth would deliver Christmas wreaths to Colonial Home Rest Home.

There being no further business, Dorothy Pape moved our meeting adjourn, seconded by Joan Jaroszewski. Motion carried.

The attendance prize was won by Dorothy Pape.

Fraternally submitted, Dorothy L. Pape Secretary —SPJST-

President Clint Luksa Vice President Bennie Palasek Secretary Lydia Supak Treasurer Thomas Cannon Parliamentarian Mr. Gaskamp Trustees Tracy Wine and George Hlavenka Resolution Committee Carolyn Vavra, Faye Luksa and Shirley Hlavenka The next meeting and Christmas party will be on Tuesday, December 12 at 6:30 p.m.

The door prize was won by Linda Cannon. The meeting adjourned.

Grace Moore, Reporter —SPJST-

189, BryanCollege Station celebrates holidays December 10 at Brazos Center Lodge

It is time to celebrate the holiday season on Sunday December 10, 2000 at the Brazos Center, 3232 Briarcrest Drive, Bryan, Texas. Registration and fellowship will start at 12:15 p.m. with a catered meal being served at 12:50 p.m.

There will be a gift exchange for the young children and Santa's helpers will be giving out goody bags to each child.

The lodge fraternal project is collecting non-perishable food items for the Still Creek Boys and Girls Ranch.

Members are requested to bring as much food products as each person wishes to give.

The agenda will be a brief business meeting, children's program and gift exchange, installation of officers and drawing for door prizes.

The lodge officers encourage all members to call Billie Wentrcek (979) 822-6397 for reservations by no later than Monday, December 4. If you have not attended any other meeting this year, make a point to attend this one--you will enjoy it.

Happy Holidays, Ernest A. Wentrcek Secretary/Treasurer —SPJST-

186, Caldwell Lodge 191, Lufkin posts notice of Christmas party set for December 12 upcoming dances Lodge

The regular monthly meeting was held on November 14, 2000.

Call to order was by President Luksa. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Secretary Haisler. Roll call of officers showed Barak, Broesche and Moore to be absent. The minutes and treasurer's report was approved. There were six new members approved.

There was a discussion on starting a youth club.

Election Results Election of officers for 2001 are:

Lodge 191, Lufkin will hold a Christmas dance on Saturday, December 16 at 8 p.m. Music will be provided by Walter Plant. Please bring finger food for the snack table.

Make Plans For New Year's Eve Come out for a good time on Sunday, December 31, 2000. Playing from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. will be Pick-Ax. Bring finger food for the snack table.

Also, it is BYOB. Black-eyed peas and corn bread will be served at midnight. Tickets are $12.50 per person.

10/VESTNIK—Wednesday, December 6, 2000 Call Marilyn at (409) 632-1124 for tickets and reservations. Please make reservations early.

The East Texas Cloggers will perform on December 14 at the Salvation Army Adult Day Care Center.

Missing Coat At the President's Ball, one of you guys mistakenly picked up the wrong coat. If you have a coat that isn't yours, please call Ken Thornton (409) 634-9410.

As we approach a new year, please volunteer. We will need hosts for the dances each month. Remember, your lodge is what you make it. So let's work hard and work together to make it a great place where we can all have lots of fun and good dances —SPJST-

196, Houston-West party set for December 17 Lodge

Happy Holidays to all from all of us at Lodge 196, Houston-West!

We just wanted to let you know about our up coming events. The lodge will be holding its Christmas Party on December 17, 2000 at 2 p.m. We will be having a lunch to follow, so please bring a covered dish and or a dessert.

On January 27, 2001 the lodge will be hosting a dance. The featured band will be the Train 45 Band. The dance starts at 8 p.m and ends at 12 a.m. The cost will be $6 for adults. Ages 12 and under will be admitted free. So, put on your dancing shoes and let's all hit the dance floor.

Yeehaa! We can't wait to see you there. We all hope that you have a safe and very happy holiday season.

Fraternally, Cadance Hale, Secretary —SPJST-

201, BleiblervilleNelsonville honors 50-year members Lodge

Bleiblerville-Nelsonville SPJST Lodge 201 had its regular monthly meeting on Sunday, November 12, 2000.

President Mrs. Elaine Duron, called the meeting to order. All present stood in a moment of silent prayer in memory of Mrs. Pearl Macat.

Nine members were in attendance in spite of the bad weather.

At 3 p.m., the president called the business meeting to order. The minutes of the previous meeting were read by the Secretary Mrs. Lillie Mae Shupak and approved. The lodge treasurer and the hall treasurer gave their reports.

Reported on the sick list, we know of, were Mr. Jessie Macat and Mrs. Alithea Wehring.

Plans were made to honor all 50-year members of this year and all other former 50-years or more members. This event will be on Sunday, December 10, 2000 at 2 p.m. A catered lunch and an anniversary cake will be served. Those 50-year members of this year are Vivian

L. Bennett, Thomas Blackwell, Brenda Sue Kristen Coates, Linda Dian Dixon, Beatrice Hornak, Edna Mae Hruska, Thomas Kamas, Dennis Korenek, Leonard Malota, Rosie Malota, Alida Maresh, Dalton Mikeska, Elsie Mae Mikeska, Bruce Ray Pilcik, Larry Schroeder, Nancy Sheffield, Benjamin Spiess, Johnnie Spiess, Floyd Stepan, Roy Stepan, Franklin Susen and Joyce Whitehead.

We hope to see a good group come out.

Mrs. Celesta Balke, Reporter —SPJST-

Sewing Circle reports on November meeting Ennis

The Ennis Sewing Circle met November 9, 2000. Twenty eight members were present. Our guests were Jerry Kohn and Charles Kosarek.

President Sadie Kubin called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Secretary Vlasta Laznovsky read the minutes.

Treasurer Lillie Kosarek gave the finanBoth reports were cial report. approved as read.

Sunshine Chairperson Eleanora Pelzel sent a birthday greeting card to Sisters Mary Kopecek and Agnes Dolezal who cannot attend our meetings. She also sent greeting cards to Sisters Mary Polasek, Anne Zvolanek and Mary Sebestik. "Happy Birthday" to was sung to November birthday celebrants.

A quilt was quilted for Sister Pat Fowler. Pat thanked all the quilters for quilting her quilt. Sisters, if anyone wants a quilt to be quilted after February of next year, please call Sister Rosie Bednar.

Sisters, bring a gift to be exchanged at our Christmas party for no less than $3. Do not bring the smaller gift like we do at our regular meetings. Bring food as usual. Dues are due at our December meeting. Purchase tickets for the quilt drawing for $1 each.

Please be at the hall at 10 a.m.

Our next meeting will be February 8, 2001.

Congratulations to these proud parents and grandparents: parents Jeff and Julie Mraz, grandparents Pat and Van Fowler, proud great-great Aunts Rosie Bednar and Vlasta Getchell of little Justin Mark Mraz; also, Alice Roberts (me) is a great-grandma—again----this time of little Michael Roberts, II. Parents are Michael and Chastity Roberts, two sisters and grandparents, Tommy and Pamela Roberts and greatgrandparents, Nelda and Warren Vivirito.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Dog Story

By Lynette Gauss Today, I found your dog wandering down my street. He had no collar or tags. His skin was in a pitiful condition. His ears were raw and severely inflicted with insect bites. He had tumors on his front and back elbows.

Yet, despite all this, he came to me and wagged his tail. I took him to my vet who diagnosed an advanced case of (Continued on page 13.)

Youth Letters Section

Let's hear what your members and youth club are doing to make a positive difference in your community.

Send your news and photos to: Vestnik, do SPJST P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447 E-Mail: bvanicek@vvm.com Got a question?

Call 1 (800) 727-7578

District Four Presents Ornament Winners First place winners in the District Four Christmas Ornament Contest are, from left: Corey Schwartz, Austin Miller and Cara Jansa.

District Four Youth Clubs honor grandparents, compete in Christmas ornament contest Dear Members, The Youth Club members of District Four honored their grandparents on November 19. They were served a delicious meal followed by a short program presented by the youth. This was followed with a fun game of bingo.

The District Four Christmas Ornament Contest was held in conjunction with the Grandparents' Day celebration. All of the entries were so pretty and creative. I appreciate each of you for taking the time to create your ornament and bring it to the comptetition. I was very sorry that the weather conditions prevented members from Lodge 215 to be able to attend.

Hopefully, the weather will be more cooperative next year.

The following is a list of winners: Ages 6 to 8 First Place—Corey Schwartz Second Place—Kimberlyn Schwartz Third Place—Grayson Bell Ages 9 to 11 First Place—Austin Miller Second Place—Cade Schwartz Third Place—Patrick Bubenik Ages 12 to 14 No Entries Ages 15 to Senior First Place—Cara Jansa Second Place—Chase Bubenik Fraternally, Sandra Jansa District Four Youth Counselor —SPJST-

Take a Closer

Look at SPJST Annuities.

See page one for current rates.

Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club welcomes three new members Lodge 17, New Tabor welcomed three new members during the first quarter of the 2000 youth year. They are Stacey Norman turned 6 on November 30, 2000, but has been active in the youth club since June 1, 2000. Stacey is a kindergartner at Caldwell Elementary. She enjoys roller blading, riding her bike and swimming. She is the daughter of John and Sandra Norman and has one sister, Shelby, Stacey Norman who is also active in the youth club.

Adam Ofczarzak is a third grader at Caldwell Elementary.

He is eight years old. His hobbies include hunting and fishing. He is the son of Mark and Janice Ofczarzak. Adam joined Adam Ofczarzak the youth club in August 2000.

Brittanie Gaas turned six on September 29, 2000, but has been active in the youth club since birth. She officially joined the youth club on June 1, 2000. She attends Brazos Brittanie Gaas Christian School and is in kindergarten. She enjoys swimming, dancing and gymnastics.

She is the daughter of Randy and Linda Gaas, both active members of Lodge 17 New Tabor.

—SPJST-

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Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club Presents Scenes from Recent Activities

Lodge 107, Floresville Youth Club Presents Scenes from Peanut Festival Parade

LODGE 24, CYCLONE YOUTH CLUB OFFICERS, 2000-2001: Pictured, from left, back, are: Assistant Treasurer Christina Kirby, President Desi Cooksey, Flag Bearer Andy Baker, Assistant Vice President Ryan Greger, Assistant Secretary Kyle Penn, Sergeant-at-Arms Amanda Kostiha, Reporter Shelly Gerich, Treasurer Sara Kostiha and Vice President Lori Coots. FRONT: Flag Bearers Taylor Hudler, Jimmy Baker and Amber Penn. Not Pictured: Secretary Ashley Coots.

The youth club made and sold kolaches and other pastries at the lodge's Czech Heritage Day celebration on October 28. Pictured here, David Nauert buys a chance to win a prize from Stephanie Vanicek while Youth Leader Patsy Baker looks on.

Members of the Lodge 107, Floresville participated in the Floresville Peanu; Festival Parade on October 14. An estimated 20,000 spectators turned out for the event. Pictured above, from left, are: Brandon Korus, Travis Purchis, Connie Jo Purchis, Tayler Korus, Lian Pruski, Kelli Sears and Aaron Sears.

Not pictured are Lodge 107, Floresville and District Seven Queen Kara Morrisey and Youth Leader and Photographer Wendy Pruski.

At the head of the float — driving the truck — is Lodge 107, Floresville President and District Seven Director Bob Bayer.

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Pictured, here, are some of the Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club members who joined in the District Two trip to Six Flags on October 21.

They are, from left, Trent Coots, Jimmy Baker, Rodney Marek, Mandy Baker and J.R. Cooksey.

Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club readies for Christmas season Dear Lodge 24 Youth Club Readers, We had our meeting on November 12, 2000. Desi cooksey, our President, led the meeting. There were 16 members and four adults present.

As you know, we entered a float in the Rosebud parade on December 2.

The Trim-A-Tree contest is going on so bring as many canned foods as you can. The food goes to local food banks. Bring them to the meeting or the lodge party.

December 9 is our meeting, party and practice for the program. It starts at 3 p.m. We will have a gift exchange and have pizza. The gifts should cost between $3 and $5. Boys bring boys and girls bring girls of same age.

December 10, the social begins at 3 p.m. The memorial starts at 4 p.m. followed by the program and meal. Santa always seems to know when we have a Christmas party. No gifts will be brought on Sunday the 10th.

A candlelight memorial will honor the following: Georgetta Meske, Willie Mae Cabron, Viola Tyroch, Lillie Bartek, Daniel Sebek, Sydonia Skrabanek, Charles Porubsky, Alden

Schiller, Wilbert Trojan, Helen Spanhel, Lydia Coufal, LaVern Cabla and Vlasta Marek.

We invite the families of these members to come on December 10.

For the meal, all members are asked to bring a vgetable or salad and a dessert. One of each for each member.

Fraternally, Shelly Gerich Reporter 12/6/00 --SPJST-

107, Floresville Youth Club Christmas party December 10

Congratulations to Lian Pruski, bottom right, who received second place in the Floresville Peanut Festival Kiddie Parade,

It's Lodge 107, Floresville and District Seven King Anthony Sears at the wheel, escorting Allison Reille in the Peanut Festival Parade.

Lodge

Dear Members, We had our meeting on November 12, 2000. We had a drawing. I went to the adult meeting. I had a lot of fun at the meetings. We will have a Christmas party on December 10, 2000.

Fraternally, Travis Purchis (8) 12/6/00 —SPJST-

Lodge 177, Academy Youth Club collects items for sponsor child The SPJST Academy Youth Club is sponsoring a child this Christmas. We will be giving a two year old male a chance to have a very merry Christmas. All youth members are asked to bring a wrapped gift to our December meeting on Sunday, (Continued on page 12.)

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SPJST By-Laws Organization The Society is composed of local lodges in the various counties, communities and towns within the State of Texas. These organized local lodges are affiliated with the Supreme Lodge and must adhere to all rules, regulations, and by-laws of the Society.

Membership All persons can become members if they are insurable, are within the specified age limits, and live a decent and respectable life. All members must be citizens or legal residents of the United States.

Supreme Lodge The Supreme Lodge is composed of a president, vice president, secretary-treasurer, financial secretary, legal advisor, and seven directors. The body elected by the convention is solely responsible for administration of all business affairs of the Society according to the constitution and by-laws as approved by the delegate-body in the convention.

Cubs Merit Point System.

This correctly completed project earns 20 points in the SPJST

Directors The seven duly elected directors have constant control and supervision over all the management, business transactions, and general progress of our Society. The directors of the Supreme Lodge have the responsibility to see that all by-laws, decisions of conventions and the Supreme Lodge are strictly complied with.

Convention The convention, composed of duly elected delegates, elected according to rules and regulations of its by-laws, is the controlling and legislative body of the Society. Regular conventions are held once in every four years in a city selected by the preceding convention, except the convention shall be held in Temple every other convention.

—By-Laws of the Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas (SPJST) XXVIllth Convention, 2000.

—SPJST-

After reading the SPJST By-Laws segment, complete the sentences below.

1. SPJST Conventions are held every

years.

2. The SPJST Society is composed of

in the

various counties, communities and towns within the State of Texas.

; se the Word Bank to circle the hidden ' ,ford in each sentence.

Then draw those items on the tree. The first one is done for you.

1. Lrna menijoned in her letter that she would really like a racing car.

2. The world's best aroma comes from Mrs. Claus' kitchen.

angel bell snow lights

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3. The elf decorating the gingerbread house dropped his spoon, and the sugar landed on his nose.

4. "You've just created the most beautiful lollipop, Cornelius!" exclaimed the head elf in the candy factory.

5. "Let the stockings hang, elves, they are ready to be filled," announced the head elf.

6. "Don't forget oysters filled with pearls for the little mermaid," reminded Santa.

7. "Glue on each address label last," announced Santa's postmaster.

8. Special aviator elves chart Santa's Christmas Eve flights.

9. Santa's barn elves, Eric and Lester, have fed the reindeer so they are ready to fly.

10. Santa Claus now is ready to deliver his presents for all the good girls and boys.

3. All persons can become SPJST members if they are , are within the specified age limits, and live a decent and respectable life.

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Mail completed contest by January 10, 2001, to: SPJST State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

president, secretary-treasurer, financial secretary, legal advisor, and directors.

Five Point Bonus Question

Who is the new SPJST Supreme Lodge Vice President?

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Youth Leader Mail completed project by January 10, 2001, to: SPJST State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny RO. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

December 10 at 2 p.m. Clothing should be 2T; house shoes—size 7 and/or any toy appropriate for a two year old will be greatly appreciated.

Clothing requested includes pajamas, coat, pants, shirts and sweaters. Let's give in the spirit of joy during these most joyous days of the year.

Scavenger Hunt and a Pizza Party After the meeting, we will be going on a scavenger hunt food drive to collect canned goods for the Lack's Trim- A-Tree Contest. After the scavenger hunt, we will have a Christmas party at CiCi's Pizza in Temple.

Hope to see every youth member at our December meeting.

Fraternally, Janet Lyon Youth Leader —SPJST-

Lodge 177, Academy Youth Club welcomes two new members Lodge 177, Academy Youth Club welcomes two new members.

Vicki Dawn Christian, 10 years old, attends school at RayeAllen Elemtary School in Temple.

She is in the fifth grade. Her hobbies are playing baseball, swimming, and playing Vicki Christian her violin.

Cody Clyde Christian is eight years old. He also attends Raye-Allen

accepting scholarship application requests through December SPJST

One of the benefits that the SPJST makes available to its members is a competitive scholarships program. The SPJST Supreme Lodge will be accepting applications for the year 2001 SPJST Scholarships until December 31, 2000.

An applicant must be a qualified member of the SPJST to apply. To be a qualified member, the applicant must hold a valid SPJST insurance policy for at least one year prior to the date of the application.

If you wish to apply, you may request an application by writing to:

Elemtary School in Temple. He is in the second grade. His hobbies are playing baseball, flag football, swimming and playing with his army men.

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SPJST Home Office Scholarship Department P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 or by calling (254) 773-1575 or 1 (800) 727-7578. Likewise, if you would like to offer your support to the 2000-2001 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive, please refer to the page three for more infounation.

To contribute to the 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive, please send your check to: 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive C/O SPJST Home Office P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Please contact Donna Locke in the Fraternal Department at 1 (800) 7277578 for donation solicitation forms.

Thank you for your generous support!

--SPJST-

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Nekolikrat denne vysila zpravy a veder televizni noviny, zpravodajskY poiad informaci, reporta21, komentahl aj.

Doti rady poslouchaji svfij Veeernfeek, pravidelnY poiad kreslenYch nebo loutkovych pohadkovYch filmü na dobrou noc. Veeern1 programy jsou hlavne celoveeerni filmy domacf i zahranidni produkce, televizni inscenace ruznYch literarnIch del, televizn1 serialy, pienosy divadelnich pfedstaveni a koncertit. Podle situace vysila televize v ruznou denni dobu oblibene pfenosy sportovnich utkani: fotbalovYch éi hokejovYch zapasit, atletickYch souteN, ly2afskYch, motocyklovYch a jinYch zavodit.

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CZECH HERITAGE AND CULTURE

(Continued from page 3.)

CCCH announces scholarship opportuniti s The Czech Culture Center Houston, a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational cultural organization announces annual $1,000 college scholarship opportunities for qualifying students of Czech heritage (at least one parent).

Applications are available on the Czech Cultural Center Houston's web site: www.czechcenter.org .

The scholarships are endowed by the Center's long-time benefactor Mrs. Thelma Burnett Maresh from and endowment established at Greater Houston Community Foundation in memory of her granddaughter, Mary Karele Milligan.

For further information, visit the CCCH web site or the Volunteer Office at The Market Place, Northwest Mall located at Loop 610 at U.S. 290.

Effie M. Rosene

CCCH celebrates Christmas party, open house The Czech Culture Center Houston will celebrate "Children's Czech Traditions Christmas Party and Open House" on Saturday, December 9, 2000 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event will be held at the Market Place, Northwest Mall located at Loop 610 at U.S. Highway 290. For information call The Market Place (713) 686-6362.

Effie M. Rosene —SPJST-

Coming Events Available after December 1 Year 2001 Calendar of the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in LaGrange for $10 each at the Center's office located at 485 N. Jefferson, LaGrange or by mail for $10 plus $1.50 each for shipping and handling in the U.S. and $5 to the Czech Republic. For more information, contact Sandra Matthijetz at the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, P.O. Box 6, LaGrange, Texas 78945; or by calling 1 (888) 785-4500 or (979) 968-9399.

December 9 Czech Cultural Center Houston annual Children's Czech Traditions Christmas Party and Open House, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.—festive celebration of traditional Czech music, dance, story telling, games, refreshments and lots of fun. Displayed will be Christmas ornaments, crystal, pottery, porcelain, linens, lace and much more! The Market Place, Northwest Mall, 290 at 610 N+W. Contact Effie M. Rosene (713) 686-6362.

December 12 Fayette County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas Christmas party.

Beginning January Through April, 2001 Czech Language Instruction, Second Session, 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.—offered at Sokol Houston, 1314 West Patton, one block north of North Main and one block east of Airline or exit West Patton off 1-45.

Classes will be taught by Mrs. Pivonka and Mr. Kudrna, a native Czech.

Later enrollment in subsequent class sessions is accepted and every effort is made to help later arrivals. For further information, call any of the following telephone numbers: Lillian Pivonka (713) 861-7403; (713) 862-6594; or (713) 6662782.

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To get yours, write: SPAT Anniversary Cookbook do *MT Home Office, P.O. Box 1100, Temple, Texas 76503.

For lodge and youth club volume orders and discounts, please contact Daryl Entrap at 1 (800) 727-7578.

Secretary, Sidney Kacir as Legal Advisor, Rudy Sefcik as EnglishLanguage Publicity Director, and Jan Vaculik as Czech-Language Publicity Director.

Meeting in early 1985, the CEFT officers and directors decided to organize a drive to establish a Czech Chair at either the University of Texas at Austin or Texas A&M University. An endowed chair of Czech Language and Literature or of Czech Studies had long been a dream among Texas Czech leaders. Although the Czech language had been taught at the University of Texas at Austin continuously since 1926, even that program seemed to have an uncertain future in the eighties, and Czech programs at other universities -- like that at Texas A&M--had been discontinued. The goal of the CEFT was to establish a strong institutional base with independent funding to insure, first, that basic Czech language courses would be offered from semester to semester on a regular basis, and, second, that resources would be available to build a total academic program, both on the undergraduate and the graduate levels--that would be competitive with major Slavic language programs throughout the United States. Initial contacts with officials from the University of Texas and Texas A&M University led to expressions of interest from both institutions.

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Lodge Letters (Continued from page 10.) mange, severe flea infestation and tumors as possibly the result of being kept in a confined area on concrete. I had some choices: Put him back on the street to fend for himself No. Turn him over to animal control. No. Have him gently put to sleep which I did.

Having several animals, keeping him was not an option. He will be cremated and buried in my garden. His last memories were of caring, love and gentleness. That, at least, I could give him.

I don't know who you are who would allow an animal to live in this condition, but there are no words to describe my anger and disgust.

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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 6, COTTONWOOD Saturday, December 9-Private Party Sunday, December 10-Straten's Christmas Party Sunday, December 17-Hoover's Christmas Party Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, please call George Straten at (254) 826-5863.

LODGE 8, WEIMAR Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m. Meeting location to be announced.

LODGE 9, SNOOK Local lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; Youth Club meetings are at 6:30 p.m.

LODGE 13, DIME BOX (Note: Meeting date/time change)

Lodge 13, Dime Box is changing its meeting time from every third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. to every third Sunday at 1 p.m.

LODGE 14, WESLEY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, July, September and ecember at 2:30 p.m.

LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS Lodge meetings are the second Monday 4 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) 593-4473 or (254) 593-3456.

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.

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Zunday December 31 New Year's Eve ;arty!

With Music by the Vanek Polka B1 and and black-eyed peas!

8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

LODGE 18, ELGIN Sunday, December 1 0-Christmas Dance: Harry Czarnek and the Texas Dutchmen, 3 to 7 p.m. $6 per person.

Bring snacks for your table.

Sunday, December 31-New Year's Eve Dance: Vrazels', 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $10 per person. No reservations. Black-eyed peas, coffee and corn bread served after the dance.

Hall is located at 702 Hwy. 95 North, Elgin.

Lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise stated. For all Lodge 18, Elgin hall rentals, please call Alma Schmidt at (512) 281-4371; for reservations, call Mildred David (512) 261-5272; for band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is Non-Smoking.

LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

LODGE 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2 p.m.

LODGE 23, MORAVIA Lodge meetings are the Tuesday after the second Sunday of March, June and September at 7:30 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at 2 p.m.

LODGE 24, CYCLONE Sunday, December 31-New Year's Eve Dance: Country/western music by T.C. Taylor, 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Call Bobby Hoelscher at (254) 985-2537 for reservations.

Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 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 Saturday, December 9-Wedding Thursday, December 14-Lodge meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, December 16-Rental Saturday, December 23-Dining Room Rental Sunday, December 31-New Year's Eve

Lodge Reporters and Event Coordinators Post your upcoming fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is one week prior to the publication date of issue. Send your updates to: VESTNIK, do SPJST Home Office, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX listings to: (254) 774-7447. EMail listings to: bvanicek@vvm.com For classified advertising rates, please refer to the rate charts below or call the Editor at 1 (800) 727-7578 for more information. Thank you.

COMMERCIAL RATES Advertising not related to SPJST lodge events.

SPJST LODGE RATES For advertising SPJST lodge-related activities. $12.50 $25.00 $50.00

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party: Music by Loaded Gun, c/w Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m.

Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. For rentals, reservations or more information, please call the hall (972) 875-8381 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 Sunday, December 10-Lodge meeting and Christmas meal.

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 12:30 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, December 8-Fritz Hodde Friday, December 15-Tri County Friday, December 22-Nighthawk Friday, December 29-Polka Stars Sunday, December 31-New Year's Eve Dance with Granger Polka Boys; No reservations; $10 per person. Black-eyed peas, cornbread and coffee served at midnight.

LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m.

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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.

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Lodge Christmas Party Happy Hour: 5 to 6 p.m.

All drinks free of charge.

Dinner will follow with ham and cheese.

Members asked to provide - -----: ., side dishes and dessert A youth program and special visitor is expected!

As always canned goods for charity are asked of all.

Installation of officers will be celebrated. See you there!

Call for tickets and details (214) 827-0920 or (214) 826-4557.

Adults $12 in advance, $13 at the door.

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LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Sunday, December 10-Lodge Christmas party and Installation of officers Saturday, December 16-Wedding Sunday, December 31-Private Party Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Youth Club meets the same day at 1:15 p.m. at the lodge hall, located just off US 59 in Hillje. Members and guests are welcome. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. Every second Monday is $100 game night. License #17600539641. For hall bookings, please call Rental Chairman Tria Molberg (979) 5433044 or (979) 648-2317 (lodge hall.)

LODGE 47, SEATON. Saturday, December 9-No Dance Saturday, December 10-Annual Christmas Party Saturday, December 16-Open Monday, December 18-Board Meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, December 23-No Dance. Merry Christmas!

Sunday, December 31-New Year's Eve Dance: Jerry Haisler and Melody Five, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Admission $10 per person. No reservations. Corn bread, black-eyed peas, coffee served after dance.

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LODGE 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

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 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.

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LODGE 35, ELK Saturday, December 9-Dance: Cherokee Rose Sunday, December 31-Heart of Texas Road Gang Saturday, January 13-Rampage Sunday, December 10-Lodge meeting, 3 P.m.

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise noted. To hall: From Interstate 35 in Waco, take the Highway 84 East exit. Stay on Highway 84 East through Bellmead and go approximately 8 miles. On the right side of Highway 84 will be a sign saying "Elk". Take the Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road and go approximately one mile and the road will dead end. Take a right at the dead end and go approximately 1/2 mile. Lodge 35 is on the left side of the road. The hall is open for rent every day of the week. For rental information, call (254) 875-2156.

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 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 hail reservations, dance information or bookings call the lodge hall at (512) 3529139; (512) 352-7442; or Tommy Shiller (512) 365-7632.

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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. Every third Friday is game social night beginning at 5 p.m.

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LODGE 51, ELLINGER Lodge meetings are the third Wednesday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m.

LODGE 54, WEST Lodge meetings are the first Friday in March, June and November and the sec-

Wednesday, December 6, 2000---VESTNIK/15 and 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 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September and December at 6 p.m.

LODGE 63, SWEET HOME Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.

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. 3-00-621-2077-41001. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies and gentlemen.

LODGE 65, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 1 p.m.

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 151, WHARTON The quarterly lodge meetings will be held on the second Monday of June, September and December in the meeting room of Heinz's Bar-B-Que Catering on Highway 59 in Wharton, Texas. The time for the meetings is 7 p.m.

LODGE 66, WACO 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 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of March, June, September and Dec. at 3 p.m.

LODGE 73, SEYMOUR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 12 p.m.

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. 1-751052324-8. "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 notified otherwise. Visitors welcome.

Hall location: 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Hall phone (361) 8529982 or (361) 854-8423.

LODGE 80, HOLLAND 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.

LODGE 84, DALLAS Saturday, December 16-Dance: Music by Granger Polka Band, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Admission $6 per person.

Sunday, December 17-Lodge Christmas Party: Happy Hour, 5 to 6 p.m. All drinks free of charge. Dinner following with ham and cheese. Members asked to provide side dishes and dessert; also free to those who attend.

A youth program and special visitor is expected! As always canned goods for charity are asked of all. Installation of officers will be celebrated.

Monday, December 18-Lodge Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, December 31-New Year's Eve Party: Vanek Polka Band and black-eyed peas! 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Come welcome in the real Millennium! Call for tickets and details (214) 827-0920 or (214) 826-4557.

Adults $12 in advance, $13 at the door.

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 348-1514. For rentals, call Emil Petr at (214) 826-3557.

LODGE 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps at (254) 7784371 (Shop) or (254) 773-6164 (Home).

LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, December 9-Bobby Jones, polka/variety. Tickets $6 each.

Saturday, December 16-Manny Green's Christmas Dance, big band, *Dress Code.

Admission $11 per person.

Sunday, December 17-Blue Room Party: Pat Veit, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Advance ticket sales begin November 14-Tickets $15 each.

Tickets must be paid for by December 8.

Saturday, December 23-Christmas with The Travelers, polka/variety. Tickets $6 per person.

Sunday, December 31-New Year's Eve: Gus Lindemann. Advance ticket sales only.

Tickets $15 each. Reservations begin November 17. Tickets must be paid for by December 20.

Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Wednesday, December 6-Seniors Toys for Tots Benefit Dance. Sponsored by the Lone Star Music Association. Admission is by donation of a new toy. Free food and fun. 6 p.m. until ?

Sunday, December 10-Family Christmas Party for SPJST Lodge 92 members, family and friends. Children who want to be on the program need to arrive by 5 p.m. Santa Claus will be attending! 6 p.m. until ?

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. Country/ western music on the first Sunday and polka/waltz music on third Sunday every month from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. Ballroom dancing every Friday night sponsored by Zane Laurini's Stardust Ballroom. Refer to the SPJST Vestnik and listen to KBEC 1390AM on Sunday's at 9 a.m. and KNON 89.3FM at 2 p.m. for more news of our activities. Call 1 (800) 332-9303. For your large parties celebrating weddings, anniversaries or other special events, please call Joyce (817) 624-1361. 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-first and third Tuesdays. Youth Club meets the second Sunday. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday.

LODGE 148, BLESSING Sunday, December 17-Blessing V.F. Dept., 2 p.m.

LODGE 154, FORT WORTH Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise stated.

LODGE 186, CALDWELL Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday 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. 1-74-20733095-41002.

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 160, SAN ANGELO Sunday, January 14, 2001-Annual Meeting and Memorial Service: at St. Ambrose Church in Wall. Registration begins at 11:30 a.m.

Catered noon meal served at noon. Meeting, Memorial Service, Election of Officers follows.

LODGE 94, WHEELOCK Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m.

LODGE 172, PASADENA (Note: Beginning January 1, 2001, Lodge 172, Pasadena will hold a dance on the first Saturday of each month. The hall will be open for rentals the rest of the month. The dances will be held at the same time next year as they were this year 8 p.m. to 12 midnight.)

LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall, 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.

Saturday, December 9-Michael T Saturday, December 16-Aces High Sunday, December 17-Lodge Christmas Party, 2 p.m.

Saturday, December 23--No Dance Sunday, December 31-New Year's Eve: Down Time Hall is located at 3609 Preston, 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.

Lodge 172 rents 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 Monday, December 11-Lodge meeting.

Location to be announced.

LODGE 135, ENNIS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.

LODGE 177, ACADEMY (Note the meeting time change for winter months.)

Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.; Trustees' meeting is at 6:30 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. 1-74-2042239-0 Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open.

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 178 LONGVIEW-KILGORE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the VFW Post 4002, Longview.

LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are held every third Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy.

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 142, HOUSTON Sunday, December 10-Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

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 184, MOULTON Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of March, June, September and December at 7 p.m.

LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of February, April, June, August, October and December.

LODGE 164, RIO HONDO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2:30 p.m.

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 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 or (972) 263-9031.

LODGE 153, LA SALLE Lodge meetings are held quarterly in March, June, September and December at 6 p.m.

LODGE 93, HOBSON Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at 207 South Park in Karnes City.

LODGE 97, PLACEDO Lodge meetings are held in March, June, September and December.

LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of each month at 4 p.m.

LODGE 180, BURLESON Lodge hall is located on I-35W, 1.5 miles south of Burleson. 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. For hall rentals, call Estelle Hurtik (817) 284-7218; Rhonda Hunik (214) 435-2286; or John Hilcher (817) 293-8166. Doors open for dances at 7:45 p.m.; dance 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Children 10 and under free.

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) 255-1554 or (512) 255-3415.

LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Sunday, December 10-Lodge Christmas Party at Brazos Center, 3232 Briarcrest Drive: Call Billie Wentrcek for reservations (979) 8226397 by Monday, December 4. Please see Lodge Letters Section for all the details.

Please note: Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 2 p.m. Lodge meetings will be held in Charles Munday's office, 2403 Cavitt, Bryan, Texas (behind the Bryan Kroger store.) The 2001 meeting dates will be: Sunday, March 11; Sunday, June 10; Sunday, September 9; and Sunday, December 9, Meeting/Christmas party.

(Location to announced.) Thank you for your attention.

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 17810 Huffmeister Road in Cypress, Texas 77429.

LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-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 3 p.m. at the Jourdanton State Bank in the Community Room.

LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Monday of the Month at the Senior Citizens Center, 411 Mesquite in Hico, Texas at 7 p.m. Members are urged to attend and anyone belonging to other lodges in driving distance is welcome.

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.

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