Vestnik 2001 01 10 by SPJST

Changing to meet the needs of fraternalists.

Joining Hands To Touch Lives .. . . . . Fraternalism for the Family and Our Nation

Official Publication of the SPJST, originally chartered as the Slovanksa Podporujici Jednota Statu Texas, in 1897

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Postmaster: Please Send Form 3579 to: SPJST Home Office, P. 0. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503

January 10, 2001

ISSN-07458800

VOLUME 89 NUMBER 2

Supreme Lodge fuels Mission 2100 campaign with incentives, optimism As the old saying goes, "Success breeds success." It's an attitude fueled by initiative, creativity and accepting responsibility to get the job done. It's an invigorating process that begins by zooming in on the opportunities that exist all around us. This year, the SPJST puts these words to the test as it kicks off a year-long "Mission 2100" campaign designed to increase membership and stimulate member involvement. "For Mission 2100 to succeed, we must involve all levels of the SPJST towards achieving this energetic goal," says SPJST Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride, principal architect of the plan which seeks to generate at least 2,100 new member certificates in 2001.

ming to local lodge activities are part of the total SPJST experience. The key to the success of Mission 2100 — and our long-term success as a fraternal benefit society — is getting people involved." To make real and measurable progress takes action. To help achieve the objectives of the Mission 2100 program, several incentives are being offered. They are outlined as follows:

Local Lodge Incentives Provided that the SPJST meets the 2,100 application quota and the lodge achieves its individual lodge quota, the lodge will receive oneand-a-half times its lodge incentive award amount. For example, if a lodge has a quota of 25 new members (Gold Award) and meets its quota and the SPJST achieves 2,100 applications, the local lodge will receive $1,000 x 1.5 = $1,500. Lodge quotas are posted on page three of the Vestnik. Monthly lodge progress reports will be posted in the Vestnik.

"For Mission 2100 to succeed, we must involve all levels of the SPJST towards achieving this energetic goal."

Reaching for the Stars "It's an ambitious goal but one which I am sure we can achieve. With the heightened emphasis on training over the last few years, we're ready to 'zoom' in on our members and prospective members and deliver the good news about SPJST fraternal life insurance in our lodge halls, meeting places and pub-lic gatherings around the state," says Vice President McBride. "SPJST offers top-notch life insurance, annuity and mortgage lending programs and the benefit of having a local sales representative and the Home Office to assist you as your needs change." Value-added benefits, too, are expected to factor into the growth process. "Everything from the Vestnik, Youth Program and adult fraternal program-

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Lodge Officer Incentives The SPJST must meet the 2,100 application quota and the lodge must achieve its individual lodge quota before the following lodge officer incentives are awarded. Lodge officers, as defined in the SPJST By-Laws, will have their names entered in a drawing and the winners will be awarded trips. The trip value would be assessed according to the category the lodge achieves in the Lodge Recognition and Incentive Program. The number of trips awarded will be determined after the final count of qualifying lodges at the end of 2001. The SPJST will award one trip for every four qualifying lodges per category. If there are extra

Universal Life 7.25% for Annualized*

Roth IRA

Home or Farm Mortgages:

6.30% for Annualized*

6.50% for 1 to 7 years 7.00% for 8 to 15 years '.25% for 16 to 20 years 7.50% for 21 to 30 years

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6.30% for Annualized* CertificAtes issued 4-1-93 and after 5.30% for Annualized* Certificates issued prior to 4-1-93 *Rates effective 11-1-2000 through 1-31-2001

Insuring and Enriching Lives Pictured above is the new SPJST logo approved by the Supreme Lodge in December. The design conveys an authoritative, dynamic statement about the past, present and future of the SPJST. The blue field and white star denote the Society's solid past with a salute to the Lone Star State. The wheat wreath, visible on the right and outlined in red, reflects the Society's vitality and dynamic potential for the future. The new logo will be phased in gradually. Pre-existing signage, pins and documentation which display the old logo and reflect the Society's colorful past will remain and will continue to identify the SPJST in the communities that it seeks to serve. lodges in a category, an extra trip will be awarded for that category. For example, if at the end of 2001, the First Step category has 21 qualifying lodges, then six trips will be awarded.

Sales Representative Incentives Upon meeting individual sales representative quotas, the sales representative will receive $20 per application at the end of the year. Sales representatives will be receiving their individual quotas shortly in the mail. Local lodges will also receive a copy of their sales representative quotas. Sales representatives meeting their quotas on a quarterly basis will have their name put into a drawing for a computer. Four computers will be awarded during 2001.

• Recruit One Member - Name in Vestnik. • Recruit Three Members - Name and photograph in Vestnik. • Recruit Six Members - Name and photo in Vestnik, photo plaque for lodge. • Recruit Ten Members - Name and photo in Vestnik, photo plaque for lodge; photo in local newspaper. • Recruit Twenty-one Members Name and photo in Vestnik, photo " plaque for lodge; photo in local newspaper; photo on SPJST wall "Roll of Honor." • Overall Top Recruiter - Special recognition at the 2002 SPJST Awards Banquet (receives mileage to and from banquet.)

Member Incentives

Youth Club Member and Youth Club Incentives

Members who make referrals that result in written applications will be recognized as follows:

The following incentives apply to lodges with youth clubs; incentives (Continued on page 3.)

2NESTNIK-Wednesday, January 10, 2001

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

SPJST Herald VESTNIK (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the fourth week of June and fourth week of August by VESTNIK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $20 per year, beginning July 1, for non-members. Members' fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by the Supreme Lodge SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VESTNIK do Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.

EDITOR AND DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION: BRIAN VANICEK, FIC P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100 Home: 13851 St. Hwy. 53, Temple, TX 76501-3407 Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 985-0007 E-Mail: bvanicek@vvm.com

OFFICERS

HOWARD LESHIKAR PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 771-1359

GENE McBRIDE, FICF VICE PRESIDENT Office Phone: (254) 773-1575 Home Phone: (254) 780-1906

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

JOHNNIE R. KRIZAN DISTRICT III

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

STANLEY R. BROZ DISTRICT IV Home Phone: (915) 442-3271 P.O. Box 33, Lowake, TX 76855

LARRY W. PFLUGHAUPT DISTRICT V Home Phone: (713) 864-2163 1243 Clovis Road, Houston, TX 77008

District Six - Karen Kaspar, Rt. 3, Box 224, El Campo, Tx. 77437 - (979) 543-2532 District Seven - Jill Sijansky, 414 Pleiades Place. Corpus Christi, Tx. 78418 - (361) 937-4324 INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, Rt. 2 Box 13, Caldwell, Tx. 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Tx., 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Martha Durham, 7221 Riviera Dr., Fort Worth, Tx. 76180 - (817) 281-0666 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Dr., San Angelo, Tx. 76905 - (915) 651-8045 District Five - Edna Wehring, 1831 Crystal Ct., Houston, Tx. 77008 - (713) 864-2815 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174, Lolita, Tx. 77971 - (512) 874-4461 District Seven - Polly Bayer, 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Tx. 78114 - (830) 216-7954 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, Rt. 1, Box 24-A, Dime Box, Tx. 77853 - (979) 884-0112 District Two - Norma Cavanaugh, Box 276, Granger, Tx., 76530 - (512) 859-2550 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Tx. 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Dr., San Angelo, Tx. 76903 - (915) 651-5884 District Five - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 CR 47, Angelton, Tx. 77515 - (979) 922-1279 District Six - Helen Kelner, 911 Ave. K, Rosenberg, Tx. 77471 - (281) 342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 850 North View, New Braunfels, Tx. 78130 - (830) 606-7787 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, TX 76503 - (254) 773-1575 E-Mail: 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) 67945567 DISTRICT VII - LIZ BIELEFELD, ROUTE TWO, BOX 154-B, FLORESVILLE, TX 78114 (830) 393-6037 LIBRARY, ARCHIVES AND MUSEUM Dorothy Pechal, Museum Curator Office: (254) 773-1575, P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503

MICHAEL K. AHLSTROM DISTRICT VI

Sales Representatives Assistance

BOB J. BAYER DISTRICT VII

Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (800) 727-7578 After Office Hours and/or Weekends, call these State Field Representatives

Home Phone: (361) 578-3279 407 Taos Street, Victoria, TX 77904

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

BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Clarence R. Matula, Box 533, LaGrange, Tx. 78945 - (979) 968-2881 District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Tx. 78615 - (512) 365-2000 District Three - Al Kercho, 2444 Stonegate Dr. North, Bedford, Tx. 76021 - (817) 282-5065 District Four - Beverly Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Tx. 76875 - (915) 442-4841 District Five - Dorothy Pflughaupt, 1243 Clovis Rd., Houston, Tx. 77008 - (713) 864-2136 District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Tx. 77414 - (979) 244-4415 District Seven - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Tx. 78064 - (830) 281-8246 FINANCE COMMITIEE District One - Stanley Mrnustik, 202 N. Shaw St., Caldwell, Tx. 77836 - (979) 567-4386 District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Tx. 76501 - (254) 985-2282 District Three - Michael Galler, 526 Karen, Waco, Tx. 76706 - (254) 662-4934 District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM Hwy. 765, San Angelo, Tx. 76905 - (915) 651-8550 District Five - Marceil Malak, 7444 Meiners Rd., Ledbetter, Tx. 78946 - (713) 691-6434

STATE TRAINING COORDINATOR JIM WIEST Home: (254) 778-9194 Email: jimatspjst@aol.com DISTRICTS 1 and 5 Position Vacant DISTRICTS 2 and 3 Jerry Kucera, FIC (254) 826-5425 DISTRICT 4 (Part Time) William (Billy) Rollwitz, FIC (915) 442-3038 or (915) 442-3141 (Home)

Mission 2100 Top Priority What You Know Can Help

If you haven't already done so, please read this week's Vestnik cover story and page three to familiarize yourself with the details and incentives of the Mission 2100 program. Collectively, the information outlines what will be a year-long campaign, calculated to increase SPJST's membership by 2,100 certificates by year-end. The Vestnik will be providing monthly updates to show how your lodge is doing in its efforts to achieve one of the incentive awards outlined below. So, how can you get involved on a personal level? It's simple and it's called the referral process. The first step is to inform a friend, neighbor or family member about the benefits of membership in the SPJST. Step two is directing the prospective member to one of your local SPJST sales representatives so he or she can call on the prospective member. To make this process easier, post-paid referral cards are available through the Insurance Department, SPJST field personnel and shortly, through your local lodge.

For a quick refresher course on the many and varied fraternal benefits available from SPJST, please refer back to the special Vestnik issue which you should have received last week -the 2001 SPJST Member Services Directory. Many of our life insurance programs, mortgage lending program, fraternal programs, including the youth program are highlighted throughout that issue. The SPJST 2001 Calendar also includes a lot of good information about the benefits of membership in the SPJST. Consider sharing this information with prospective members. Or better yet - call us at (800) 727-7578 or drop us a line and - as long as directory and calendar supplies hold out - we'll mail you an extra copy that you to share with a prospective member. Mission 2100 is an opportunity to make good things happen in our local lodges and for the SPJST. It can be an invigorating and rewarding experience for everyone involved.

-SPJST-

Recognition and Incentive Awards for 2001 Lodge

The 2001 Lodge Recognition and Incentive Program kicks off this month. Lodges will be working to achieve one of eight achievement awards, each of which is accompanied by a cash prize. In addition to securing new memberships , to qualify for the awards, lodges must also complete a defined number of fraternal activities, as prescribed below.

Complete guidelines including fraternal act requirements will be mailed to local lodge Fraternal Activity Coordinators. Please direct any questions you may have regarding the incentive program to either the President or Vice President's Office at (800) 727-7578. -SPJST-

Super Achiever Award Criteria: 150 or More New Members and 13 Fraternal Requirements Award: $4,000 and Plaque

Century Award Criteria: 100 or More New Members and 13 Fraternal Requirements Award: $3,000 and Plaque

Platinum Award Criteria: 50 or More New Members and 13 Fraternal Requirements Award: $2,000 or 10 percent of new insurance Premium, whichever is greater, and Plaque

Gold Award Criteria: 25 or More New Members and 13 Fraternal Requirements Award: $1,000 or 10 percent of new insurance Premium, whichever is greater, and Plaque

Silver Award Criteria: 20 or More New Members and 7 Fraternal Requirements Award: $850 or 10 percent of new insurance Premium, whichever is greater, and Plaque

Bronze Award

DISTRICTS 6 and 7 Karen Kaspar, FIC (979) 543-2532 Cell Phone: (979) 541-1616 Email: kkaspar@wcecnet.net

Criteria: 15 or More New Members and 6 Fraternal Requirements Award: $750 or 10 percent of new insurance Premium, whichever is greater, and Plaque

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.

Criteria: 12 or More New Members and 5 Fraternal Requirements Award: $550 or 10 percent of new insurance Premium, whichever is greater, and Plaque

Honorable Mention Award

First Step Award Criteria: 6 or More New Members and 4 Fraternal Requirements Award: $200 and Plaque

Wednesday, January 10, 2001—VESTNIKJ3

Mission 2100 (Continued from page 1.)

apply provided that SPJST meets the 2,100 application quota and that at least 350 applications issued statewide are issued to individuals in the 0 - 17 age range. Youth Club Member Incentive For each application that a youth club member recommends that results in a written application, the youth club member will receive one chance for a trip for a family of four to Disneyworld or Washington, D.C. One trip, estimated value: $2,000, will be awarded. Other Youth Club Member Incentives • Bronze Star: Recruit One New Member - One chance for trip. • Silver Star: Recruit Three New Members - Three chances for trip; 30 points in Merit Contest; name

and picture in Vestnik. • Gold Star: Recruit Six New Members - Six chances for trip; 60 points in Merit Contest; name and picture in Vestnik; framed certificater special recognition at state event. • Super Star: Top Recruiter - In addition to above incentives, 100 points in merit contest; 6-foot trophy. _ District Youth Counselor and Youth Leader Incentives Each youth leader whose youth club meets their quota gets an "evening on the town." Each District Youth Counselor whose district clubs meet their quotas receives an "evening on the town." Hotel: Not to exceed $100. Dinner for Two: Not to exceed $50. Limit one incentive award per person. Youth Club Incentives The youth club that writes the most applications will receive a trip to Six Flags, SeaWorld, etc. (Transportation and tickets; approximate value• $1,500.)

Lodge Membership Quotas for 2001 In conjunction with the SPJST's Mission 2100 program, local lodges have been assigned production quotas for the year 2001. In most cases, the lodge quota has been based largely on past performance and perceived potential. The fourth column,"Youth Club Quota," applies only to those lodges

with active youth clubs and will reflect the number of members signed between the ages of 0 and 17. "Youth Club" totals will be included in the lodge's overall production tally and apply towards incentive awards. An asterisk (*) denotes that the lodge does not have a youth club. —SPJST-

DISTRICT ONE Lodge No. 1 9 13 14 17 21 38 39 51 57 67 94 106 141 169 179 186 188 189 201

Lodge Name

Lodge Quota

Fayetteville Snook Dime Box Wesley New Tabor Engle Kovar Bryan Ellinger Gonzales Schulenburg Wheelock LaGrange Sealy Brenham Warrenton Caldwell Centerville Bryan-College Station Nelsonville-Bleiblerville

10 15 15 10 25 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10* 10 10 10

"Youth Club" Quota 10 10 10

15 18 20 24 29 47 48 74 80 87 89 155 171 174 177 182 187 200 221

Lodge Name

Lodge Quota

Buckholts Elgin Granger Cyclone Taylor Seaton Beyersville Crockett Holland Temple Rosebud Austin Lockhart Rockdale Academy Marlin Round Rock Bruceville-Eddy Harker Heights

10 35 20 25 75 50 10 10 50 25 10 10 10 10 25 10 25 10 10

5 6 25 35

Lodge Name Pilot Point-Tioga Cottonwood Ennis Elk

25 55 10 25 30 10 10 10 10 20 10 10 10 20 10 10 10 10 0 10 10 10 DISTRICT FOUR

Lodge No. 49 73 76 157 160 207 215 219

Lodge Name

Lodge Quota

Rowena Seymour Wichita Falls Lubbock San Angelo Iowa Park South Plains El Paso

40 10 10 10 50 10 25 10

10 10 10

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"Youth Club" Quota * * * * 10 7

DISTRICT FIVE Lodge No. 65 81 88 91 114 139 142 149 156 162 172 175 181 191 196

Lodge Name Crosby Needville Houston Crosby Fairchilds Danbury Houston Alvin Baytown Iowa Colony Pasadena Rosenberg Conroe Lufkin Houston-West

Lodge Quota 10 15 150 10 0 10 15 10 10 0 30 10 10 15 35

"Youth Club" Quota * 10 * * *

* 10

DISTRICT SIX Lodge No.

"Youth Club" Quota 10 7 10 10 10

4 8 10 19 23 28 30 32 40 41 63 97 125 143 148 151 153 184 223

Lodge Name

Lodge Quota

Hallettsville Weimar Shiner Velehrad Moravia East Bernard Taiton Victoria El Campo-Hillje Port Lavaca Sweet Home Placed° Westhoff Inez Blessing Wharton LaSalle Moulton Palacios

20 10 10 0 10 25 25 15 55 10 10 555

"Youth Club" Quota 7

10 10 10 10 10 10

DISTRICT SEVEN Lodge No. * 10 7*

DISTRICT THREE Lodge No.

West Waco Ennis Dallas Fort Worth Gainesville Kaufman Dallas Ennis Fort Worth Penelope Longview Burleson Arlington Cleburne Stephenville Terrell Mexia Hamilton Fairfield Palestine Athens

DISTRICT TWO Lodge No

54 66 82 84 92 101 110 130 135 154 167 178 180 183 195 204 205 206 209 210 211 216

Lodge Quota

"Youth Club" Quota

45 60 25 10

10 7

26 79 93 107 117 133 137 164 185 197 202 212 213 214 218 220

Lodge Name

Lodge Quota

Skidmore Corpus Christi Hobson Floresville Robstown San Antonio Taft Rio Hondo New Braunfels Rockport Jourdanton Boerne Fredericksburg Beeville Laredo McAllen

10 20 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 30 10 10 10 10 10

"Youth Club" Quota * 10 *

4/VESTNIK—Wednesday, January 10, 2001

FROM THE OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT

Lodge 84, Dallas' Ben Jarma puts fir:. "Youth Achiever" certificate on the ta3:;:-; assist in insurance sales," says Supreme Lodge Vice President McBride. The SPJST Youth Achiever is sold to youth ages 0-15 and is unique in that it is a whole life certificate sold in units of $10,000. Each unit ($10,000) has an annual premium of $60 or a monthly premium of $5.40. Up to five units or $50,000 can be sold. According to Supreme Lodge Vice President McBride, "What can you get a child for $60? With as little as a $60 annual investment, you can rest assured that your child has $10,000 of permanent whole life insurance." It makes an excellent choice of insurance for both parents and grandparents to purchase for their children and grandchildren. For more information on this plan, contact your local sales representative or the SPJST Insurance Department at (800) 727-7578. Again . . way to go Ben! Fraternally, Gene McBride Supreme Lodge Vice President, FICF —S PJST--

Ben was the first! Congratulations to Ben Jarma, sales representative from Lodge 84, Dallas, for selling SPJST's first Youth Achiever insurance certificate. According to Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride,"Brother Ben has been an active sales representative for many years and we appreciate his enthusiasm and dedication. We were happy to see that Ben was the first SPJST sales representative to sell our newest insurance the product, BE - 9 SPJST Youth Achiever." According to Supreme Lodge Vice Presid 1 Mc:ride, the SPJST recentPreside ly --2ed this new product at sales c es held throughout the state during 2 ember. "With the introduction of the SPJST Youth Achiever, were hoping that this insurance plan will assist our youth program recruit more youth members and of course, 499

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100 Pennies Scholarship Drive posts fifth listing of contributors

SINIST 2000 - 2001

100 Pennies Scholarship Drive

There have been 475 donations made to the 2000-2001 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive from October through December 19. Donations to date are: $7,055.27. Thank you for your generous donations to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund. Because of your continued generosity, many young SPJST members will be able to attend or continue with college. We have a long way to reach our goal of $14,000 before March 31.

Donations received to date: $7,055.27 Your gifts are tax deductible and 100 percent of the amouni that is contributed iE appIie towardE scholarships. To contribute, p: aase send your check to:

Guidelines for Giving 1. Donations made by lodges out of lodge funds, will be listed as a lodge donation. 2. Collected donations from a lodge meeting will be listed individually by lodge in alphabetical order. Individuals submitting a donation wr also be lisle(' by lodge, alphabetically. 3. Gifts of $50 or more will be printed in bold. 4. Families or groups which desire names, listed under a particular last name or group name should indicate this on the donation form or letter, otherwise, the names will be listed as individual donations by lodge in alphabetical order. 5. 100 Pennies donations made as a memorial will be listed under memorial donations in a separate listing.

erns Scholarshl7: Drive do JST Acme OH ice P.O. :,t,ox 100 110

Temple, 7exas 76503

If you have any questions or comments, please contact the State FAC at (800) 727-7578. Thank you. Lodge District Donor's Name

See page one for current mortgage and annuity rates.

Attention Deer Hunters Whitetail Deer Only • State of Texas Only

Deer Antler Contest For SPJST Members Only • Deadline January 31, 2001

TWO PRIZES AWARDED $50 - Widest Horns (Will be measured at widest point. Measured outside to outside.)

$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 Lodge

Address

City

Zip

Day/Night Telephone No.

e-mail

Verification:

Date Killed

Number of Points

Width of Antlers

Ranch Where Killed Nearest Town Signed By Office or Title

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

32 160 151 180 196 88 29

6 Ahlstrom, Michael 4 Broz, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley 6 Bucek, Carolyn 3 Cox, Gordon R. 5 Dreahn, Leon and Marie 5 Fisher, Barbara 2 Green, Jennifer and Lindsey 23 6 Guenther, Kathy 47 2 Hejl, Alvin 17 1 Henry, Travis C. 177 2 Hess, Gloria 67 1 Holub, Ellen and Johnnie 13 1 Horak, Albin and Mildred 40 6 Hundl, Mr. and Mrs. Bennie 18 2 Jaecks, Aleen 54 3 James, Patti 88 5 Jenke, Clifford R. 23 6 Kalina, Edith 74 2 King, Anna 133 7 Kitowski, C.B. 182 2 Kuropata, Alleen 66 3 Leshikar, Sophie 79 7 Marek, Myles and Clarice 3 Middlebrook, James 66 154 3 Milan, Emil 88 5 Novak, Joe A. 6 Olsovsky, Albert 23 and Dorothy 4 6 Orsak, Annie M. 84 3 Pokladnik, Richard A. 29 2 Pokorny, Henrietta Trcka 172 5 Popp, Edgar 23 6 Pospisil, Alan 23 6 Pospisil, Sandra 23 6 Pospisil, Tirriothy 65 5 Prochazka, Jerry and Delores 84 3 Rice, Margie R. 191 5 Roland, Ken 92 3 RVOS Lodge 144 do Mary Ann Krivanek

97 35 73

6 Schovajsa, Dorothy M. 3 Sebik, Linda 4 Simaichl, Frank and Adolfie 17 1 Skrabanek, Kyle 15 2 Smith, Marie P. 8 5 Souchek, William and Juliane 67 1 SPJST Lodge 67, Schulenburg 88 5 SPJST Lodge 88, Houston 93 7 SPJST Lodge 93, Hobson 39 1 Stetz, Betty 25 3 Strunc, James F. 23 6 Technik, Evelyn 47 2 Trampota, Jerry D. 133 7 Trilicek, Anthony and Alma 20 2 Trlica, Mr. and Mrs. Ray H. 9 1 Vajdak, Betty 20 2 Volcik, Johnnie and Doris 23 6 Vrana, Agnes 6 Vrana, Eddie 23 4 6 Walker, Tommy, Sheryl, and Alisa 154 3 Watson, G.A. 19 6 Zapalac, Alfred 94 1 Zikes, Charlie 'The SPJST 2000 - 2001

100 Pennies Scholarship Drive Please send your tat -Coductibie donation to: 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive C/0 SPJST Dome Office P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503

—SPJST-

Wednesday, January 10, 2001--VESTNIK/5

January 13 January 20 January 31 February 23 February 24

Mid-Winter Tarok Tournament at Loda 4s, Seaton Cock-Off at Lodge 148, Blessing Youth Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest Ends Library, Archives and Museum Logo Design Contest Ends Lodge Recognition and Incentive Banquet at Lodge 24, Cyclone

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

Home Office Presents Scenes from Holiday Open House SPJST

December 4, 2000 • Part II

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Conc-dtu'ations to Evelyn Your le'", who was The winner of the SPJS Open Huse. Accompanying Ms. Vounts is basket awarded on ,E he eve o° her sister, Shirley Hutka McCrea, so is a member of Lodge 177, Academy. Joyce Skrabanek demonstrates fine needlework to Joshua Machicek. Joshua is the son of Andy and Linda Machicek.

etters Section

Lodge 4, Hallettsville Lodge 18, Elgin reports on December reports on December meeting meeting, program Dear Members, Our lodge held its monthly meeting and Christmas party on Sunday, December 10 at the American Legion Hall at 2 p.m. President Joe Siptak called the meeting to order followed by the pledge to the flag. Roll call showed all officers present. Secretary Margaret Smotek read the minutes to the last meeting and correspondence. Treasurer Helen Zabransky and Fraternal Activities Coordinator Lillie Balusek reported. Sunshine Chairman Elsie Mascheck reported on the monthly bingo at Stevens Convalescent Center. Get well cards were sent to Marvin Woytek, Hilmer Galetka, Joe Balusek, Marilyn Strauss and Emil E. Melnar. Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus spoke on the youth activities. She also presented certificates to Adam Siptak and Holly Scott for winning first place in their division in the District Six Christmas Ornament Contest. The youth club members then presented a nice Christmas program of two skits and songs. The youth were Joshua, Sarah and Mark Siptak, Nicholas, Elizabeth and Jonathan Vahalik, Holly Scott and Christopher Vanek. Everyone then enjoyed a visit from Santa Claus. He handed out gifts and took pictures with the kids. Everyone then played bingo and a delicious lunch was served. The youth gave an apple and orange to the adults. Door prize winner was Lillie Balusek.

Next Meeting January 14 It was a nice night to enjoy out with the family. Pictured, from left are, Scott Green, Carol Green, Jennifer Green, Brooke Hegar and Lindsay Green of Lodge 29, Taylor.

Let's hear what your members and lodge are doing to make a positive difference in your community. Send your news and photos to: Vestnik, do SPJST P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 FAX: (254) 774-7447 E-Mail: bvanicek@vvm.com or info@spjst.com Got a question? Call (800) 727-7578

Our next meeting will be Sunday, January 14 at the Legion Tap Room beginning at 2 p.m. Installation of officers will be held and committees named. Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and wish a happy and healthy New Year to all ! Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter

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Lodge 18, Elgin held its regular monthly meeting on December 19. Dinner was served at 6:30 p.m. which was prepared by Johnny and Irene Vrabel with dessert made by Agnes Eschberger and Dollie Hajda. Members are grateful to the Vrabels who spent their time — due to the busy time of a year — to help President Andrew Greinert as he has had the duty the past llmonths on what we eat before our meeting. Thank you, "President" for a job well done. The meeting was called at 7:30 p.m. by the president with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silent prayer. Roll call was answered with some officers and committees absent to a reason. Secretary Agnes Eschberger read the November meeting minutes which were approved. Due to the absent of lodge treasurer, Irene Vrabel reported on the lodge accounts. Irene works for a "bank" and is sharp on her reports. Vice President and Fraternal Activities Coordinator Dollie Hajda will be turning in her report on the fraternal services by membersto the SPJST Home Office. The new State Fraternal Activities Coordinator at the Home Office is John Wells. Congratulations to your position, Mr. John, and we extend our invitation to you and your family to visit our beautiful lodge. Youth Leader Ruby Bowen was absent due to illness. Reporter Lazelle Wuthrich Brogger was absent so FAC Dollie Hajda took notes to report the meeting to the Vestnik. Reports were heard from Bar Chairman Thomas Ries. Irene Vrabel reported on tickets for absent Gladys Mogonye. "Maybe she needs help to get back from Las Vegas." No, she is back and enjoying her holiday kin. Alma Schmidt reported on rentals. Members expressed their thanks to

lia,_ week in your WOO: It s ice anc.: r n inside; however, the Brisk cool night air was just Tight for a carriage ride. Pictured here, from left, are State Training Coordinator Jim Wiest, Jacqui Wiest and Suzy Wiest.

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6/VESTNIK—Wednesday, January 10, 2001 Alma for the great job she is doing with her kindness to the guests and members. Financial Secretary Marvin Marek had nothing new to report on the membership. Marvin informed the members how proud he and Evelyn are of their son (baby) Gary W. Marek who has graduated from South West Texas State College with a master of business degree. Also congratulations to Amanda Ward, granddaughter of Jack and Agnes Eschberger who received her degree from Saint Edwards in Austin. She is the daughter of John and Susan Ward of Coupland. Congratulations to both of you from all members. Secretary Jack Eschberger read the minutes of the trustee meeting in November.

Parking Lot Paving President Andrew reported on the paving done on the parking lot and the

drive around the lodge. Due to cool weather, hot mix was done instead of seal coating which is wonderful to work on. If the floor gets crowded inside, doors can be opened for the loud music to escape and there will be plenty of room for all in and out/ Members who worked long hours on the job are Andrew Greinert, Alvin Eschberger, Jack Eschberger, Johnny Vrabel, Thomas Ries and our wonderful member Philip Eschberger who got the glue and fittings to fix the "water leak." Thanks to all of you. Lodge 18 has many great members who volunteer many hours the past years and that is why it is so successful. President Andrew reminded the members that the audit will be done in January. He extended sympathy from members to Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bartosh on the loss of Mrs. Bartosh's brother. A sympathy card was signed by the members present. President Andrew informed members of the New

SPJST LIBRARY, ARCHIVES AND MUSEUM

SPJST LAM invites adults, young people to enter logo contest used in communications promoting

Budding artists and those the LAM as well as on memorabilia, with a flair for communication T-shirts, coffee mugs, posters and and design have a unique oppor- other merchandise," Kaminsky says. tunity to support the SPJST In addition the First Place winner in Library, Archives and Museum the adult logo contest will receive by designing a logo for the non- tickets for four to a 2001 Houston profit organization. Astros or Texas Rangers baseball

Anyone may enter the contest, says LAM President Glenn Kaminsky "We're interested in eye-catching designs that convey the excitement and scope of the of the LAM." Within the SPJST, there will be two contests — one for adults and one for members 18 and younger. Youth club members will receive 20 merit points for participation. Non-members and SPJST employees are also invited to submit logos; however, they will not be competing with entries submitted by SPJST members. All logos are to be submitted on 8 1/2" x 11" white paper or artboard and may be black on white or multicolored. Computer-aided designs are also welcome. "Artists should avoid adding a lot of small detail to their designs because the detail will be lost in the final format," Kaminsky says. Designs may include images as well as text. Deadline for receiving the logos is Friday, February 23, 2001. Send your logos to: SPJST LAM LOGO CONTEST c/o SPJST Home Office P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Designs will be judged by the LAM Board at their March 2001 meeting. Judging will be blind as the names of each artist will be attached to the entries only after judging has concluded. The LAM reserves the right accept or reject any or all designs and to modify any winning-.designs and all entries become the property of the SPJST LAM. The winner will be announced in the March 21, 2001 Vestnik.

"The contest winner will have the prestige of seeing his or her creation

game. The winner of the youth logo contest will receive day tickets for four to SeaWorld or Six Flags Over Texas. Tickets are courtesy of SPJST.

A Little Background The SPJST Library, Archives and Museum (LAM) stands as a memorial to the pioneer forefathers and mothers who settled Texas and organized SPJST. Credit goes to past SPJST Supreme Lodge President Nick A. Morris for his work in starting the LAM in the fall of 1963 and to Otto Hanus for, his diligence as the LAM's first curator. The lion's share of thanks for the collection goes to SPJST members and friends of the Society who have donated the thousands of artifacts and volumes on display. The SPJST LAM has been in its present location at the SPJST Home Office since 1971. Curator Dorothy Pechal, assisted by Sandra Dubcak, maintain the various collections.

See What It's All About! The museum, library and archives is open each weekday from 8 a.m. until noon and from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. and on weekends by special arrangement. The LAM also maintains an impressive library and genealogical research section. To learn more about the SPJST LAM or to arrange a guided tour, please contact the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum at (800) 727 7578. To make your your cash deductible donation — including artifacts — please contact LAM Treasurer Margaret Haisler at (979) 272-8657 or LAM President Glenn Kaminsky at (979) 335-4461. —SPJST-

Year's Eve dance with black-eyed peas, corn bread and coffee served after the dance which will be prepared by Irene and Johnny Vrabel. Members are asked to bring cornbread. Elgin Lodge 18 has always been a very busy place and is now more and more active. It is in full business for rentals and dances with great bands. If you need any information on 2001 dates, please check the fraternal activities and entertainment page in your Vestnik for members to contact. The lodge is always clean, cool and warm for your enjoyment. President Greinert called on election of officers for year 2001 with Alvin Eschberger as chairman. Brother Alvin told the members "it didn't take 36 days to decide on the dimpled ballots." President Andrew Greinert

Vice President/Fraternal Activities CoordinatorDollie Hajda Secretary Agnes Eschberger Treasurer Thomas Ries Youth Leader Ruby Bowen Reporter Lazelle Wuthrich Brogger Trustees/Two-Year Terms Jack Eschberger Johnny Vrabel Grievance Alvin Eschberger, Irene Vrabel, Cybaline Felfe Entertainment Artie Monson, Jack Eschberger Alma Schmidt

Next Meeting January 16 The January meeting will be on January 16 with all members to bring a pot luck dish for the dinner meal. Do you want to be an active and happy member? Call or come to Lodge 18 and volunteer to help run the activities with all the happy faces that give so much of their time from their job and retirement. From all members, very happy holidays and a healthy New Year to all of our guests who supported and enjoyed our lodge. We extend our good wishes to all Home Office personnel and district directors for a wonderful 2001. God bless all. I enjoyed doing the news, Lazelle, but hurry back as I have my "Mayor's Desk" to write before Tuesday and the holidays are here. Fraternally, Dollie Hajda Vice President/FAC —SPJST-

Lodge 24, Cyclone

Texas Spring Gala tickets now on sale Dear Friends, Spring is just around the corner! Celebrate it in high style at the Texas Spring Gala, Saturday, March 31 at Flag Hall, located in friendly Cyclone, Texas. Cyclone is 12 miles east of Temple and past Zabcikville in East Bell County. Throughout its existence, the lodge has worked to make a

positive difference in the quality of life for its members and the community at large. Proceeds generated from the Texas Spring Gala support the maintenance of Flag Hall and Lodge 24, Cyclone's program of family-oriented activities and community service projects. A $50 donation entitles the holder and guest to an enjoyable evening of dining, drinks and top-notch entertainment. This year's celebration theme is "Mardi Gras" — and you know what that means! Lots of glitter, glow and surprises! Doors open at 6 p.m. to provide time for relaxing and getting to know everybody. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. By popular demand, a delicious barbecue dinner with all the trimmings is being catered by Cyclone Corral. The ever-popular Vrazels' Polka Band will provide dance music. In addition, there will be a silent auction, and door prizes galore totaling almost $2,000 in value. Tickets for the Texas Spring Gala go fast. To ensure the comfort of our guests, only 220 tickets are available. And, remember, one ticket admits two! To make your reservations, or to contribute to the silent auction, please contact any of these Lodge 24, Cyclone members: Jerry Cabla - 9852354, Terry Coots - 985-2684, Ginger Greger - 984-0070, Richard Greger 583-4356, Bobby Hoelscher - 9852537, Patsy Baker - 985-2457, Wilbert Mikeska - 985-2484, Brian Vanicek 985-0007, Harold Vanicek - 583-2335 or Melanie Zavodny at 721-8508. All are 254 area codes. Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny, Reporter --SPJST-

Lodge 25, Ennis

and RVOS No. 51 celebrate together Lodge 25, Ennis and RVOS No. 51 held their annual Christmas party for their members on December 3, 2000 at 2 p.m. As the party goers came, they brought canned goods for the needy and registered for door prizes that were displayed at the entrance. The youth club members were also selling their Christmas bears and the SPJST cookbooks.

It Was a Fun Time The music started at 2 p.m. with the Harvesters providing the membership with some great music. At 4 p.m., the homemade chili was served by officers of RVOS No. 51 and Lodge 25. A visit by Santa Claus followed and then the door prize drawing was held: First prize/doll house donated by Alpine Stairs, decorated and furnished by the Lodge 25 Youth Club—won by peraldine Hanson; Second prize/musical bear—won by Frank Kriska; Third prize/salami donated by Ennis MKT— won by Margaret Krajca; Fourth prize/nativity scene donated by Five Star Printing—won by John Lasadnob; fruit basket won by Ed Mensik; $10 gift certificate won by Lillian Slovak; turkey won by Emil Martinek; Christmas stocking won by Dorothy Laza; and candy cane won by Dustin Motley.

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Spreading Good Cheer and Good Fortune When members of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis and RVOS Lodge No. 51 got together for Christmas, they remembered those less fortunate with a canned food drive. Pictured above, from left, are Johnny Krajca, Ed Mensik, Joe Ben Macalek, Lydia Mensik, Margaret Krajca and Milton Martinek. See related photo on page 11. There were many door prizes donated by the RVOS Home Office and SPJST Home Office also cassette tapes by Johnny Mensik and Harvester Band. Everyone had a great time. Fraternally, Margaret Krajca —SPJST-

Karel Jonas, No. 28, East Bernard meets January 14

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Dear Members, A reminder: This next Sunday, the 14th of January, Lodge Karel Jonas will hold its first monthly meeting of the year 2001 at 2 p.m. in the meeting room at 106 Leveridge Street. On the agenda, besides the usual items, will be guest speaker Attorney Donald N. Bendy of Eagle Lake to speak on wills, estates, et cetera. Also, there will be some final ideas and plans for the bus trip to Moody Gardens in Galveston. There will be the regular fraternal hour buffet luncheon after the business meeting. December Meeting Report The December meeting was held on the 10th at Brother Glenn and Sister Jeanette Kaminsky's home. It convened at 12:30 p.m. and after grace was given by Brother Glenn Kaminsky, the meeting recessed for the Christmas meal and party.

SPJST cemetery markers available Bronze SPJST cemetery markers are available for purchase through the Home Office for $34. The price includes postage and handling. The markers, which measure three inches in diameter, include a four-inch threaded post for mounting. To purchase marker or to receive additional information, please contact the President's Office at (800) 727-7578. —SPJST-

We wish to thank Brother Glenn and Sister Jeannette for their hospitality in having the dinner. The dinner was baked ham with all of the trimmings with baked goods and such brought by the members. After the meal, goody bags were given out by Sister Jessica Kelner as she assisted Santa (aka A.J. "Tony" Kelner) in bringing Christmas cheer. The meeting reconvened and business at hand was started. A motion by Tony Kelner to hold off reading the November minutes to the January meeting was passed. All reports were approved as given. Several motions were made and passed. A date for the trip to Moody Gardens in Galveston was set. It being the third Sunday in February, the 17th. The time of departure to be set no later than the February meeting. There will be more on this later. One thing that was made clear was that members of other lodges are welcome to go as well as non-members. At present, the approximate cost to each person will be around $50 or less. This includes bus transportation, what one buys to eat at the garden and ticket cost to each area. Sister Jessica Kelner moved the meeting adjourn and the motion was passed. It has been learned this weekend that one of our older members who had outlived her policy passed away, Anna R. Genzer. She was born on October 20, 1903 and passed away on December 20, 2000. She was given special recognition for outliving her SPJST certificate with a presentation in October 1999. Look for her resolution of sympathy in a future Vestnik issue. To the faithful: See you Sunday and this writer remains ... Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, President —SPJST-

32, Victoria members enjoy holiday meal at December meeting Lodge

Lodge 32, Victoria met at 6 p.m. December 13, 2000 at Las Cazuelas

banquet room for our Christmas party with 44 members and guests present. Our President Mike Ahlstrom and other officers welcomed everyone. A delicious buffet meal was served at 6:30 p.m. which was enjoyed by everyone. After the meal, door prizes were given and the rest of the evening was enjoyed by playing dominoes and socializing with each other. Our meeting for next month has been changed to January 17, 2001. This will be for the month of January only. Hope to see everyone at the meeting. Respectfully, Valeria Motal Secretary/Reporter —SPJST-

ed so the amount of food is adequate for the meals and enough kolaches. The total fee is $15 for prizes and food, kolaches and coffee. Call the Home Office at (800) 727-7578 and ask for Dorothy Pechal during office hours or home phone (254) 985-2545 after hours or mail to address below. Looking forward for a large group to play their favorite game. Hoping for good weather—no ice. Fraternally, Dorothy Pechal 10828 State Highway 53 Temple, Texas 76501-7142 —SPJST-

51, Ellinger members enjoy luncheon at December meeting Lodge

32, Victoria posts notice of meeting change Lodge

The meeting day has been changed for SPJST Lodge 32, Victoria from January 10, 2001 to Wednesday, January 17, 2001. The change is for the month of January only. It will be held at the same meeting place— Victoria Electric Co-op, 102 South Ben Wilson. Respectfully, Valeria Motal, Secretary --SPJST-

35, Elk meets January 14 Lodge

Dear Members, On December 10, Lodge 35 meeting was called to order by President Randy Pavelka. The minutes were read and the treasurer gave her report. The bar, floor and kitchen chairpersons made their reports. Elizabeth Kubitza was in the hospital. She had hip surgery. Elizabeth, get well soon. Members we need you also at our next meeting on January 14. Elk is going to celebrate its 100 anniversary on February 4, 2001. We need your input and your help. There is not much time to get things done. Our next meeting will be on January 14 at 3 p.m. for the fellowship. Bring a few sandwiches. Fraternally, Dorothy Banik —SPJST--

The Ellinger SPJST Lodge 51 held its quarterly meeting and Christmas social December 14 at 6 p.m. at the Ellinger Fire Station. We had a good attendance. We were happy to have our District One Director Donnie Victorick and Mrs. Victorick and sales representatives Edna and George Berkfeld of Columbus with us. The social hour began at 6 p.m. after which a short meeting was held. Calvin Hlinsky, President, had charge of the business meeting. Jo Ann Divin, Secretary, read the minutes, which we approved. The treasurer's report was also given. District Director Reports Mr. Victorick spoke about new policies which can be purchased. The Berkfelds spoke about updating your policies. The fund raiser, selling SPJST cookbooks, was discussed. The annual SPJST dinner, to be held in July, was also discussed. A moment of silence was held for those recently departed. They are Johnnie Adamek, L.G. Kubena, Edward Orsak and Dorothy Martinek. A delicious lunch — brought by the members — was then enjoyed. Door prizes were awarded to Kristi Hlinsky—soft cooler; Bradley Divincap; Jo Ann Divin—calculator; and Bernita Hlinsky—knife. The next meeting will be held March 21 when a chili supper will be served. Burdine Divin Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST-

Lodge 47, Seaton hosts mid-winter tarok tournament this Saturday

66, Waco meets January 21

Tarok Players, A year has past since you played at Seaton Star Hall, six miles east of Temple just off Highway 53. Come join in the Mid-Winter Tarok Tournament at Lodge 47, Seaton on Saturday, January 13, 2001. Registration starts at 8 a.m. and play begins at 9 a.m. If you could send the pre-registration, it would be appreciat-

Lodge 66, Waco monthly meeting is scheduled for Sunday, January 21, 2001 at 2 p.m. at Linden Hall, Elm Mott, Texas. The food will be furnished by the lodge. Please plan to attend. Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka Reporter --SPJST---

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8/VESTN1K—Wednesday, January 10, 2001

Lodge 66, Waco Presents Scenes from Christmas Party December 9, 2000 • Part II

LODGE OFFICERS — Pictured, from left, front: Reporter Dorothy Veselka, Financial Secretary Darlene Engelke, Youth Leader Debbie Galler, Secretary Dana McAdams and Guide Emma Ceska. BACK: Flag Bearer Douglas Galler and Kevin Galler, President John Engelke, Flag Bearers Jodie - ::Adams, Jr. and Amanda Neslony.

Lodge 88, Houston reports on lodge, member news Our heartfelt sympathy goes to the family of Herbert C. Huber who died on December 20, 2000. His funeral service was on December 22 at Earthman's North Chapel. Herbert and his wife, the late Gesalla Huber, were active members of our lodge for many years. Congratulations to Helen Hegwood on being elected our president! Helen has been active for years: holding office, leader of the Choral Club, participating in Dramatic Club Hlahol, active in the Birthday Club to name a few! Marie Stayton was elected First Vice President which she has held for years. We enjoyed the programs she arranged for special occasions. Florence Orsag, who has been a good secretary, of course, was reelected again. She is capable of holding more than one office. She is also president of the Birthday Club. We are sorry to hear that Nat Gonzales is again in the hospital and needs our prayers. He has been so active in our lodge for years. Many of us were present at his wedding to Barbara Linney when the priest asked,

"Who gives the bride away?" and at least 25 youth stood up and said, "We do." Of course, everyone knows that Barbara is our great youth leader! I always say it is great to see our young members get involved in our lodge. I know three more: Marian Kadlecek, daughter of the late Della and Amos Kadlecek, Jeff Barcak, son of Georgia and Eugene Barcak and Vincent Hegwood, son of Helen and King Hegwood, and all are sales representatives. Isn't that great! Little Josiah Ian McWhorter arrived on November 11, 2000 at the home of our new members, Denise and Marcus McWhorter. When Denise graduated from Baptist College, she was honored by many relatives and friends with a most delicious dinner at our lodge annex. We wish the three a very happy New Year. I know this has been mentioned, but I also want to congratulate John T. Buri, son of JoAnn and Fred Buri, on his graduation from the University of Texas. I remember how John used to play the accordion—sounded like Lawrence Welk! A big hello goes to Tim and Rosalee Kostom; we miss you! Special greetings go to Kathy Trefell who is recuperating in Florida and to our sister Alice raikovich who had a bad stroke. fur efficient Entertainment

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Wish Foundation. He also thanked all who helped him decorate the January 13—Sammy Jenson of lodge for Christmas. Pat Bruce, Blueroom Party Minnesota; to be here once for the Chairman and Jeanette Bender, year, big band; to be hosted by Earline Worker's Party Chailman, thanked all Hoffman; who helped them during the year. January 20—Vrazels, polka and variKitchen Chairman—Kathy Trefell ety; to be hosted by Lydia and Tom is in Atlanta with her son, recuperatMarsh. Happy New Year to all the mem- ing from her stroke Sydney Jurchak reported in her stead. Please help us bers! keep the kitchen clean. Tillie Helmcamp Flo Orsag, Vice President of the Second Vice President Birthday Club, reported that the —SPJSTboard and lodge officers are invited to their Christmas Party on December 10. A.J Stayton, Social Night Chairman, said that bingo is a little Lodge slow right now but hopes it will pick up. Scholarship Committee Chairman, Josephine Pflughaupt stated that they President Clara Broz opened the are still accepting applications for meeting at 10 a.m. Josephine scholarships through December, Pflughaupt, Linda Wehring and 2000. Rules and Regulations Gladys Havemann presented the colCommittee—Gene Barcak said to ors and led in the Pledge of please take copies of the changes in Allegiance. We had 96 members prethe rules and regulations off the back sent. The names of five deceased mem- table. These will be voted on this bers were read. A moment of silence afternoon in the annual meeting. Gene arcak—Choral Club stated was in memory of these members. Roll call of officers was read. that the choral club will sing in Barbara Gonzales, Youth Director, Needville on Saturday, December 16. was not present as her husband Nat, is • istrict Sflce rs ill. Louis Hanus, District Five Minutes of the November meeting were read and approved with two cor- Director reminisced on several things that happened when Lodge 88 was rections. first started. A.J. Fabrygel was one of tke, Fred. Buri. District Five Vice bearers and E.J. Bender was -_g President, that his son; up new pictures, not tiles. John, grad..L;,,e,c. from the University There were nine new members. of Tam:: on T2...ecem. ber 9. His mother These were into membership. is 'Lod his grandmother is

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presented their recommendations for officers for 2001. A balloting committee was appointed by our president. They were Lydia Marsh, Fred Buri, Ann Lacina, Josephine Pflughaupt and Ernest Anders. Marie Stayton read a poem and Helen Hegwood sang, "How Great Thou Art." Gene Barcak presented changes to rules and regulations, which were read and voted on individually. A copy of all changes will be on permanent file with the minutes. Dorothy Pflughaupt proposed a change in Rules and Regulations re: members who reach the age of 96. It was sent back to rules and regulations committee for wording for the rules and regulations. A motion was made to suspend the reading of the minutes of December 11,1999. Motion carried. All the committee chairmen wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. 0 icer Elec

Lodge 91, Crosby invites members invited to apply for scholarship Lodge 91, Crosby is now accepting applications for a 2001 student scholarship in the amount of $500. An application can be obtained by calling Chester Stasney at (281) 843-2882. The application must be completed and returned by February 28. To qualify, a student must be a member of Lodge 91 and have definite plans to enter college in the fall of the year 2001. Vonda Smesny Secretary —SPJST-

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Office Is .± • .*.g products .lat ,vill be o • to promote inuiate act - i-ies. You can ins o , our children and grandchildrei a.. a very reasonable rate. elen Hegwood, Guide, wished everyone a happy holiday. Our anniversary celebrants furnished our drinks after the meeting. Door Prizes of $5 each were won by Evelyn Zajicek, John Vasula, Adella Hughes, Linda Wehring and Roberta Johnson. Break for lunch at 11:05 a.m.to be followed by the annual meeting at 1 p.m. Fraternally, Flo Orsag, Recording Secretary —SPJST-

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to expre:-., :heir siraoare appreciatic: to all members who came out for the Christmas party and meeting. We wish each of our members a new year full of many blessings. Vonda Smesny. Secretary —S PJST-

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Lodge 133, Lodge 142, Houston San Antonio reports on members enjoy December meeting December luncheon At 2:10 p.m. on Sunday, December Please note that SPJST Lodge 133, San Antonio, will have its next meeting January 21, 2001 at Good Shepherd Church in San Antonio. The monthly meeting of SPJST Lodge 133 was called to order at 1 p.m. by President Jarolyn Popp following a ham luncheon. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited followed by the singing of, "God Bless America" led by Don Netek. A moment of silence was held for all deceased members. All officers were, present. There were 43 members present. Brian Vanicek, the Vestnik editor, was scheduled to be at our meeting, but couldn't make it due to obligations with the Vestnik. He will attend our March meeting. The minutes and financial report of the November meeting were approved as read. Lucille Dlugosh gave the entertainment report and transferred $62.40 to the treasury. Secretary/ Treasurer Robert Popp read the treasurer's report which was approved and filed for audit. Members celebrating birthdays in December were Viola Kurtz, Karen Popp, Mary Popp, Kenneth Reese, Anna Riley, Emil Rohan Grace Rohan, Megan Schauffele and Irene Jasek. Couples celebrating anniversaries in December were Otto and Jane Hurta 61 years. A motion was made by Evelyn Matula and seconded by Trudy Pavliska that we donate $125 to Good Shepard Church in appreciation of allowing us to use their facilities. Jarolyn Popp was donating a $200 savings bond to the prize drawing. A motion was made by Grace Rohan and seconded by Lucille Dlugosh that our lodge sponsor half the cost of printing prize drawing tickets for the Centex Volleyball Team. Officer Elections Next the election of officers for the year 2001 took place. The nominating committee nominated Jarolyn Popp for President; Bill Pavliska for Vice President; and Robert Popp for Secretary/Tfeasurer. Since there were no nominations from the floor, these members were elected by acclamation. These officers were installed by Emil Matula, a past president of SPJST. We have finished taking donations for the 100 pennies scholarship fund and the donations will be sent to the Home Office. In addition, a motion was made Emil Matula and seconded by Louis Jasek that the lodge match the donations raised for the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. Attendance prize winners were Emily Newman, Ed Robinson and Evan Valenta. Split-the-Pot winners were Emily Newman and Frances Schirncek. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 1:45 p.m followed by Christmas carols, refreshments and games. Fraternally, Robert Popp —SPJST-

10, 2000, President Keith Kieschnick called to order the Lodge 142 annual meeting. We had 30 members present who stood to recite the Pledge of Allegiance. All remained standing for a moment of silence in memory of our departed members, Frank B. Adlong and Evelyn Kroulik. The minutes from the previous meeting were read and accepted. Correspondence was read. All officers and committee reports were read. The Sick Committee reported no one in the hospital at this time. Lillian Schmidt is back in the nursing home from the hospital. Sidon Tumis was back with us. Here's hoping each one is staying well for the new year. Officers for year 2001 are: President Keith Kieschnick Vice President Barbara Boyd Financial Secretary Nancy Cook Secretary Alice Jochen Fraternal Activities Coordinator Marilyn Spivey Guide Frank Tumis Flag Bearer Chris Schleider Birthdays for December are Chris Schleider, Barbara Boyd, Alice Jochen. Anniversaries for December are Keith and Amy Kieschnick. Capsule prize of $30 went unclaimed due to the absence of James Cerny and Kenneth Dohl. Next month, the prize goes to $40. Cash prizes went to Pat Schleider, Lorraine Motl, Joe Gambil, Keith Kieschnick and Rosie Schilhab. Refreshment prizes went to Lawrence Schilhab, Alice Jochen, Frank Tumis and Rita Helimis. The meeting adjourned at 3:10 p.m. The next meeting is January 14, 2001 at 2 p.m. Refreshments and lunch was served to all members present. Respectfully submitted, Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST-

148, El Maton hosts second cookoff January 20, 2001

Kolaches Homemade Bread

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Awards will be presented at 2:30 p.m. Rules: Chili, beans and chicken noodle soup must be made on site. Bread and kolaches may be made at home. Entry fees must be paid by 9 a.m. on January 20, 2001 or can be mailed to: SPJST Lodge 148, El Maton P.O. Box 280 Blessing, Texas 77419 The net proceeds will go to SPJST Scholarship Fund and Caring and Sharing Food Pantry of Palacios. For information, entry forms and rules, contact Gay Lynn Thurmond (361) 588-7335 or Diana Johnson (361) 588-1181. —SPJST-

148, El Maton reports on December meeting Lodge

Lodge 148, Blessing met on December 17, 2000 at the Blessing Volunteer Fire Department at 2 p.m. Minutes were read from last meeting. Nomination of new officers was held. The results were as follows: Nominated for President—David Zielonka; nominated for Vice President —Frank Hahn, Sr.; nominated for Treasurer--Gaylynn Thurmond; nominated for. Secretary/Reporter—Diana Johnson. It was motioned and approved that the position of financial secretary no longer be filled. The Chicken Noodle Soup Cookoff for the year 2001 was discussed. It will be held on January 20, 2001. Look for the announcement in the Vestnik.

The lodge will also have a business meeting, vote in new officers, a social on this day and audit lodge books after the social. Those attending the meeting and social are asked to bring a covered dish and the lodge will provide cooked ham. Future 2001 meetings have been set as follows: • May 20—Business meeting at Blessing Volunteer Fire Dept. at 2 p.m. • June 9—Meeting and dinner starting at 5 p.,m. (Dance pending) • September 30—Business meeting at Blessing Volunteer Fire Depart., 2 p.m. • December 15—Business meeting, nominate new of officers and Christmas party. Members attending are asked to bring snacks. Watch the Vestnik for future news from Lodge 148, El Maton. —SPJST-

160, San Angelo annual meeting January 14 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. Regaistration will begin at 11:30 a.m. A 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-

Lodge 172, Pasadena Installs 2001 Officers

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Lodge 148, Blessing will host their Second Annual Cookoff on Saturday, January 20, 2001 at the Blessing Community Center. Participation in the cookoff is open to members and the public. The five categories will be as follows: Category Time Chili Chicken Noodle Soup Beans

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Members of Lodge 172, Pasadena elected 2001 officers at their December meeting. Retiring District Five Director Louis Hanus, at podium conducts installation. Pictured, from left, are: President Robert Mayfield, Secretary/Reporter Jo Mayfield, Vice President Weldon Wilkerson, Financial Secretary Henrietta Krenek and Treasurer Tennie Walla. At their Christmas party on December 17, Lodge 172 members were treated to Christmas carols by "The Company," a choral group from South Houston High School

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Youth Letters Section Lodge 6, Cottonwood youth members get visit from Santa Friday, December 1, we had a social and everyone helped decorate the lodge and practice for our youth

Lodge 172, Pasadena reports on December meeting On Wednesday, December 20, 2000, Lodge 172 held its regular monthly meeting. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by President Robert Mayfield followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silent prayer for the sick and departed. After roll call, President Mayfield welcomed our guest, retiring District Five Director Louis Hanus. Vice President Bobbye Johnson reminded everyone that they needed to turn in their Fraternal Activities Coordinator end of the year report. President Mayfield wished everyone with a birthday in January a happy birthday. The remuneration report was read. President Robert Mayfield turned the floor over to Sister Walla, Chairman of the Nominating Committee to read the slate of officers that we would be voting on. Sister Walla stated that the Nominating Committee had decided to recommend the existing board be elected to their respective offices. Then Tennie opened the floor to the membership for nominations. The only office that was contested was the Vice President's office. Bobbye Johnson declined the office due to health. Lillia Mae Peter and Weldon Wilkerson were nominated for Vice President. A vote was taken. Weldon Wilkerson was elected as Vice President. The president, financial secretary, recording secretary, treasurer and historian were elected by acclamation. After the election of officers, the retiring District Five Director Louis Hanus installed the officers. Then the board of trustees were elected. They are: Art Wiederhold, Co-Chairman; Mike Johnson, CoChairman; Norman Tofte, Weldon Wilkerson, Julius Zella and Clay Stokley. The Entertainment Committee was also elected. They are Robert and Jo Mayfield, Chairman; Weldon and Marjorie Wilkerson; Albina Sladecek and Hilda Wiederhold; Tennie Walla and Henrietta Krenek. Robert reminded everyone that a work day would be January 8, 2001.

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:

9, Snook Youth Club collects food items, coats Lodge

SPJST Vestnik, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503

Dear Readers, The Snook Youth Club had its FAX: (254) 774-7447 monthly meeting on December 3. The E-Mail: bvanicek@vvm.com meeting was well attended. We talked about old and new business. Got a question? Our charities for the month of Call (800) 727-7578 January are three food items per family for the church pantry and coats for the Christmas program. Sunday, we had needy. After the meeting, we practiced our regular lodge meeting and for our Christmas program. Our nest meeting will be on January Christmas party. 3 at 6 p.m. The youth exchanged gifts and Fraternally, Santa came to see the kids. Candice Macik Fraternally, 1/10/01 Michael Anne Moore —SPJST1/10/01 —SPJSTThe executive meeting will be on January 10 and the regular meeting will be on January 24. The meeting adjourned. Submitted by, Jo Mayfield Secretary/Reporter --SPJST-

186, Caldwell donates $3,000 to Crime Stoppers Lodge

December 19, 2000 meeting for called to order by President. Luksa. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Secretary Haisler. The minutes were read and approved. Ann Evans was elected Second Vice President; Parliamentarian—Herman Gaskam; Reporter—Grace Moore. There were four members receiving 50-year pins. The lodge donated $3,000 to Crime Stoppers and $200 to youth football league. Memorial services was led by Brother Beseda for departed members. Brother Haisler said prayer before a delicious meal was served. Anton Haisler won the door prize. Donnie Victorick talked briefly and installed the officers. Presents were distributed. All present had an enjoyable night. The meeting adjourned. Fraternally, Grace Moore —SPJST-

196, Houston-West January dance features Train-45 Band Lodge

On January 27, 2001, the lodge will be having a dance. The featured band will be the Train 45 Band. The dance starts is from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. The cost is $6 for adults; kids 12 and under are free. So put on your dancing shoes and let's all hit the floor. Yeeehaaa..we can't wait to see you there. Fraternally, Cadance Hale, Secretary —SPJST-

17, New Tabor Youth Club reports on lock-in Lodge

The New Tabor youth group, Lodge 17, held its December meeting and lock-in on December 1 at 6 p.m. First, we went to Gattiland to eat and play games. When we got back to the lodge, we exchanged gifts, played games, watched a movie and had a snack before we went to bed. The lock-in ended at 8 a.m. on December 2. The January meeting will be held on Sunday, January 7, 2001 at 3 p.m, Fraternally, asdfasdf 1/10/01 —SPJST-

20, Granger Youth Club enjoys Christmas party Lodge

Dear Readers, We had our regular youth meeting at the SPJST hall in Granger Afterward, we ate the delicious food and enjoyed ourselves for a moment. Then Mr. Lieberum and Mr. Nelson played the accordion and most of us sang Christmas carols with the music. Next, we did the drawings. Most of

us won and what beautiful presents they had. Everyone enjoyed the party very much. Sincerely, Caitlin Cavanaugh, Reporter 1/10/01 —SPJST-

25, Ennis Youth Club assists with Christmas social Lodge

Dear Readers, The Lodge 25 Youth Club helped at the RVOS/SPJST Christmas party in Ennis. The party was held on Sunday, December 3. Canned foods and toiletries were collected for the needy. The two lodges provided homemade chili supper, complimentary beverages, and beautiful decorated Christmas cookies. Santa showed up to deliver fruit and candy to all the children. The Czech Harvesters played polkas and waltzes, and even some country and Christmas tunes. We had a great day and are already planning for 2001. Happy Holidays to all! Jerrod Ryan 1/10/01 —SPJST-

25, Ennis Youth Club gives doll house Lodge

Dear Readers, Our youth club decorated and furnished a miniature doll house which was donated to the lodge' Christmas party for one of the door prizes. All who attended had their names entered in the drawing of approximately 25 door prizes! Door prizes were donated from the Supreme Lodge, sales reps, members, merchants. All the children received fruit and candy from Santa. We are looking forward to a New Year. Blake Ryan 1/10/01 —SPJST-

Proud Builders and the New Owner Lodge 25, Ennis. Youth Club members display the doll house they made and donated to their mother lodge for their December 3 Christmas party drawing. Pictured, from left, front, are Jerrod and Blake Ryan. BACK: Lodge 25 Fraternal Activities Coordinator Margaret Krajca, Randy Trojacek, Jake Holland, Youth Leader Sandra Slovak and Geraldine Hanson, who was the lucky winner of the doll house.

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This completed project earns 20 points in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Point Syste

This contest earns a maximum 50 points in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Point System.

Sharing Hearts!

Let's He__r from You. What do you like best about your SPJST youth club?

Where do you see room for improvement in the SPJST Youth Program?

Make some valentines. All v lentines will be donated to the residents at the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 1 in Taylor, the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2 in Needville, and other rest homes in the SPJST Home Office area. You will earn 10 points for each valentine you send to the State Youth Director by February 9. Your valentines must include your name, your age, and your youth club on your valentines. Any number of valentines may be submitted; however, a maximum of 40 points may be earned for this month's contest.

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This year, the SPJST is "Reaching for the Stars." Our goal is 2100 new members. The overall state youth club goal is 350. List three ways to get new members in your youth club. 1) 2) 3) List at least three friends or relatives who you would like to join your SPJST Youth Club. Do you have internet access? If yes, what is your email address? Your Ideas, Comments, Questions about SPJST and the Youth Program:

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Name Youth Leader Mail completed project by February 10, 2001, to: SPJST State Youth Director Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club meets for Christmas party, business meeting Taiton SPJST Youth Club members, along with the adult lodge, met Sunday noon at the Taiton Community Center for their annual Christmas party and

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

List some activities/hobbies that you enjoy:

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business meeting. A noon meal of fried chicken, dressing and side dishes were served. Chase Zalman, President, presided over the youth club meeting. Jason Kapar led the club in the pledge. Secretary Megan Marcaurele noted all members present. Reports were also given by Chad Dorotik, Treasurer, and dues chairman Kyle Kaspar. All youth club members attending

SEASON'S GREETINGS: SPJST State Queen Megan Marcaurele and State Duchess Danielle Zalman ride in the El Campo Christmas Parade.

Czech Heritage (Continued from page 13.) Guest artists will be Ronnie Green, Brian Trittin and Charles Wagner. The Austin event is sponsored by Concordia University at Austin in connection with the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, Inc. of LaGrange and the Texas Wendish Heritage Society and Museum of Serbia. For further information on the event, contact Events Coordinator Laura Arldt, (512) 486-1192.

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Masaryk University offering Czech Studies grogram Summer School of Czech studies at Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic Program 2001. The summer language study program at Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic in 2001 is from July 24 to August 24, 2001. The program is organized by the faculty of arts. The core of the lessons is concentrated on five morning teaching hours and consists of an intensive language course, special seminars, lectures and tours. Three types of language courses are available: the District Six Fall social were recognized. Ornament contest winners were announced and congratulated. Members made angels out of kitchen towels sets. They will be given to rest home residents in the area. Members also brought "toys for tots" as their monthly charity project. Happy birthday was wished to T.J. Drapela and Jessica Fucik. Lisa Bubela, Youth Leader: announced the activities that members Megan Marcaurele and Danielle Zalman have been involved in this past week. As State SPJST Queen and uchess, Megan Marcaurele and Danielle Zaiman, respectively, were in the Temple Christmas parade Monday, December 4. The girls also attended the Christmas open house at the SPJST

• Intensive Course for Beginners • Intermediate Course • Advanced Course In the afternoon, students attend seminars. Evenings are reserved for presentation of Czech films. Cost of tuition, accommodations, meals and cost for excursions is $950 U.S. dollars plus your plane fare to the Czech Republic. Information for applications should be sent to: Secretariat of Summer School of Slovanic Studies Masaryk University Faculty of Arts Arne Novaka, 1 660 88 Brno Czech Republic Telephone: 011-420-4205 41121130 Fax: 011-420-4205 41121406 E-mail: bohem@phil.muni.cz In Texas, further information on the school may be received from Frank Mikula, 7751 La Bolsa, Dallas, Texas 75248. For Americans, there may be a scholarship for eligible students. For information, contact the Czech Embassy, Minister of Education, Washington, D.C. USA. A registration fee of $100 is required for those who plan to attend. You may write for information. Submitted by, Dorothy Bohac —SPJSTHome Office in Temple. Later in the week, December 7, they were also in the El Campo parade. After the meeting, door prizes were awarded and members sang Christmas songs. Everyone then enjoyed opening their Christmas gifts from the youth club. The next meeting will be held at the Taiton Community Center at 2 p.m., January 7, 2001. The craft project to make will be snowflakes. The charity project is the "100 Pennies" donation for the scholarship drive.

(Editor's Note: The preceding article appeared in the El Campo Leader News, December 13, 2000. It was forwarded to the Vestnik by Lodge 30, Taiton Reporter Jason Kaspar.) —SPJST-

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Concho Valley Czech Heritage Society The Concho Valley Czech Heritage Society of Texas for Runnels, Concho and Tom Green Counties held its fourth quarterly meeting of 2000 on Sunday, November 19 at the Rowena SPJST Lodge 49 hall. Twenty three members and guests enjoyed our traditional Thanksgiving meal of turkey and ham. We have a lot to be thankful for this year, especially the much needed rain in recent weeks. The business meeting began at 2 p.m. Members elected officers and directors, set the hall rent, set meeting dates and collected membership dues for the Year 2001. Thirty members paid their dues for the new year and all officers and directors for 2000 were re-elected to their current positions. The Concho Valley Chapter 2001 meeting dates will be: February 18 2:30 p.m. May 20 2:30 p.m. August 19 2:30 p.m. November 18 1:00 p.m , traditional Thanksgiving meal followed at 2:00 p.m. with the regular meeting On October 28, the District Four SPJST sponsored another successful Czech Fest co-hosted by Rowena SPJST mnoho kvetoucich stromii a kern. Lide cestuji do prace y e vlacich, mestskYch tramvajich, autobusech i ve vagonech metra. Na ge domaci kuchyne chutna nejen Cechum a Moravanam, ale i v g em nav g tevnikum Prahy, cizincum i krajaniim. VOCABULARY: pozornost, f.- attention, nav g tevnik- visitor, patfit-belong, with dative, budova, stavba-building, etvrf- quarter, sbirka- collection, umenf, n.- art, sin, f.- hall, vYstava, -ni- exhibition, sidli g te, n.-housing estate, eetnY-numerous, zakouti, n.corner, v neposledni rade-particularly, komunikace- communication, kvetouci- blooming, in blossom, cestovat- travel, vagon- wagon, carriage, kuchyne- cuisine, krajan- countryman. JAN HOLUB

Lodge 49 and the Concho Valley Czech Heritage Society. Several special guests attended this year's fest: Angelo State University exchange students Nicol Mazarova from Kosice, Slovakia and Ashu Tosh Agraval from India; Ed and Norma Banks from Weatherford, Texas; and Joe and Rosie Vasek from Littlefield , Texas. Everyone enjoyed the day's activities and the polka dance that followed hosted by the HaviakBatla Polka Time Band. The 2001 officers and directors for the Concho Valley Chapter CHS are President—Louis Koke4; Vice President—Pauline Mazur; Secretary—Nancy Day; Treasurer— Toni Schroeder; Reporter—Sharon Skrabanek.; onorary Reporter— Pauline Shiller; Historian—Lamar Kopecky. The directors are Elizabeth Walthe and Eddie Mae Huebner— Runnels County, Ben Schroeder, Stanley Broz—Concho County; Janelle Shockley and Dorothy Kokes—Tom Green County The meetings are open to all who are interested in Czech heritage, culture and early immigration and we invite you to come out and join us for fun and fellowship. For directions to the meeting or for additional information about the Concho Valley Czech Heritage Society, please call Louis Kokes (915) 651-7994 or e-mail Sharon Skrabanek at skrab@gte.net . The Concho Valley Chapter is also listed on the State's web page http://www.genealogy.org/ –czech —SPJST--

TCHCC co-hosts return performance of Czech pianist Brought back by popular demand, acclaimed jazz pianist and composer Emil Viklicky of Prague, Czech Republic will be entertaining music lovers with another concert in Austin on Sunday, January 14, 2001 at 7 p.m. at the Schroeder Performance Hall in the Peter Center at Concordia University, 3400 IH35 North, Austin. A free-will offering will be taken. Viklicky, who is well-known for both classical and jazz pursuits will include Moravian folk songs, which he

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. eginning 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. January 15 - February 26, 2001 Conversational Czech I (BSKL 9017, 100) offered at Austin Community College (ACC)—Mondays, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Room 220, Mondays, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Room 220, ACC Highland Business Center (HBC). Registration is held at the ACC Highland Business Center, 4th floor located at 5930 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, Texas, 78752-4390 between 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday. For further information, contact ACC (512) 223-7542; 233-7525; or fax (512) 223-7030. —SPJST—

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Fraternal Activities and Entertainment LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.

meeting time from every third Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. to every third Sunday at 1 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 14, WESLEY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, July, September and December at 2:30 p.m.

LODGE 6 COTTONWOOD Friday, January 19-Social Night, 6:30 p.m. 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)

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LODGE 15 BUCKHOLTS Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. for the upcoming summer months. The dance club dances are the second Sunday of each month. For hall rental and dance information, call (254) 593-4473 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. LODGE 18, ELGIN Sunday, January 1 4-The Polka Stars, polkas, waltzes, c/w; 3 to 7 p.m. Admission $6 per person Sunday, January 21-Combinations, polkas, waltzes, c/w; 3 to 7 p.m. Admission $6 per person Sunday, February 11-Valentine Dance: Harry Czarnek The Texas Dutchmen; 3 to 7 p.m. Admission $6 per person. Sunday, February 25-Country Expressions, mix music; 3 to 7 p.m. Admission $6 per person. 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, Jur*, September and December at 2 p.m.

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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, c/o 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 (800) 727-7578 for more information. Thank you. SPJST LODGE RATES For advertising SPJST lodge-related activities. 2 3/8" x 5" 4 7/8" x 5" 10" x 5"

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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 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 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 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, January 12-Country Classic Friday, January 19-Tri County Friday, January 26-Granger Polka Boys Friday, February 2-Earl Beatty Sunday, February 4-Country Classic, 3 to 7 p.m. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 4 p.m with a covered dish meal served after the meeting. All members and guests are always welcome. The Youth Club meets the same day at 5:30 p.m. Friday night dances are held downstairs from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Enjoy delicious hamburgers every Friday night from 6 to 9 p.m. "On premises catering." For hall reservations, dance information or bookings call the lodge hall at (512) 3529139; (512) 352-7442; or Tommy Shiller (512) 365-7632. LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. LODGE 32, VICTORIA Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Victoria Electric Co-Op on Ben Jordan. LODGE 35, ELK Saturday, January 13, 2001-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„

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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 41, PORT LAVACA Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at the Six Mile Presbyterian Church on Royal Road at 7 p.m. LODGE 47, SEATON. Saturday, January 13-Granger Polka Boys Saturday, January 20-Open Monday, January 22-Board Meeting, 7 p.m. Saturday, January 27-John Burns Band featuring Billy Spencer on Fiddle Saturday, February 3-Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Sunday, February 4-Lodge Meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, February 10-Country Expressions Sunday, February 11-Seaton Cemetery Meeting, 2 p.m. Star Hall is a Non-Smoking facility. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple, just off of Highway 53. All Saturday dances in 2000 will be from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. For information about hall bookings, please call Louis Kohutek (254) 983-2261 or (254) 985-2548 (the hall phone) on Saturday night. LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. LODGE 49, ROWENA Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of February, May, August and November at 7 p.m. Every third Friday is game social night beginning at 5 p.m. 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 second Friday in September at 7 p.m. For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (254) 826-5990 (night) or (254) 826-5343 (day). LODGE 63, SWEET HOME Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. LODGE 65, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September and December at 1 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 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

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

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 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.

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LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September and December at 1 p.m.

Sunday, January 14-Monthly Meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, February 17-Rental Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday

Wednesday, January 10, 2001-VESTNIK/15 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.

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

LODGE 84, DALLAS Saturday, January 20 - Dance with music Sulak Brothers Band, 8 p.m. Midnight.

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

Sunday, January 21-Lodge meeting at 3 p.m. (Please note that this a change from our usual meeting day, which is the third Monday of the month.) Lodge 130, Dallas is invited to meet on that day, also.

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

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 Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 300-621-2077-41001. For reservations, call (713) 8 69-5 76 7. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies and gentlemen.

LODGE 106, LA GRANGE Lodge meetings are the first Tuesday of each month at the Subway Sandwich Shop at 109 South Jefferson Street (south of the red light at the 71 and 77 cross road) in La Grange at 7:30 p.m. LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall, 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 Sunday, January 21-Lodge meeting at Good Shepherd Church, San Antonio, 2 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 meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, January 21, 2001-Polka/waltz music by the Granger Polka Boys, 3 p.m. until 7 p.m.

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

Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. Youth Club meets on the second Sunday of each month. 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

LODGE 139, DANBURY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. June through August and 6:30 p.m. Sept. through May LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are held every third Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy.

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LODGE 142, HOUSTON Sunday, January 14 - Lodge meeting at 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.

6:30 p.m. For hall rentals, call Estelle Hurtik (817) 284-7218; Rhonda Hurtik (214) 435-2286; or John Hitcher (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 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September and December at 6 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 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 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 148, BLESSING Saturday, January 20, 2001-First Annual Cookoff at the Blessing Community Center: Five categories; Awards presented at 2 p.m. For information, entry forms and rules, contact Gay Lynn Thurmond (361) 588-7335 or Diana Johnson (361) 588-1181. Net proceeds will go to SPJST Scholarship Fund and Caring and Sharing Food Pantry of Palacios. 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 153, LA SALLE Lodge meetings are held quarterly in March, June, September and December at 6 p.m. LODGE 154, FORT WORTH Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise stated. LODGE 155, AUSTIN Lodge meetings are held quarterly on Sundays. Contact Ginny Prasatik, Secretary, at (512) 472-1721 for meeting location, date and time. LODGE 156, BAYTOWN Lodge meetings are held monthly on the second Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. For more information, including location, please call (281) 427-8160. LODGE 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December 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 164, RIO HONDO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September and December at 2:30 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.) Saturday, February 3-Aces High, c/w Saturday, March 3-Michael T, c/w 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 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 po.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 178, LONGVIEW-KILGORE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. at the VFW Post 4002, Longview. LODGE 179, WARRENTON Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club Building in Carmine at 201 Centennial Street. LODGE 180, BURLESON Lodge hall is located on 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

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

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 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 (936) 875-4676. For dance reservations, contact Marilyn Page (936) 632-1124. Meetings are held at the lodge hall located at 171 5 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 Saturday, January 27, 2001-Dance: featured band Train 45 Band, 8 p.m to 12 a.m. $6 for adults. Ages 12 and under, admitted free. 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 BLE1BLERVILLE-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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