Vestnik 2007 01 31 by SPJST

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Volume 95 Number 5

H E R A L D

Humanity

Brotherhood

January 31, 2007

ISSN —07458800

Helen Kubicek - Consistently Persistent O

nce again, Lodge 88, Houston member Helen Kubicek has broken a record. She exceeded her previous donation record of canned drink pull tabs collected for the Ronald McDonald House. Eighteen gallon jars are shown packed with the results of her labor. This is two more gallons than her last contribution. With the help of her family, Helen has committed to pursue yet another personal record-breaker in the near future. Helen always encourages others to participate in the collection. Also displayed are two bags of pull tabs collected from several fellow lodge members. Many small collections can make a big difference.

Thanks, Helen Kubicek, for your persistent dedication to the Ronald McDonald House charitable program. —SPJST—

SPJST General Scholarship and Leadership Grant Deadline Thursday, February 1

~ Inside ~ Lodge 4 Christmas party scenes Page 6

Orel says, “Hello, Lodge 160!”

Orel, the SPJST balloon mascot, greets members to the Lodge 160, San Angelo annual meeting in Wall on January 21. Pictured with Orel are, left to right, FAC Brenda Holik, Treasurer Sandra Jansa, Secretary Charlene Dusek, Vice President Dale Weise, and President Sharon Hohmann.

Lodge officer installations Pages 6, 8, 10 Lodge 73 gives to community Page 9 District Two Lock-In fun Page 16

Interest Rates .....................3 Family Fun Dates ...............3 Valentine Form ...................3 From the Mail .....................3 100 Pennies Update ..........4 Lodge Letters .....................5 Reunions...........................15 In Memoriam.....................15 Youth .................................16 Czech Culture...................19 Address Change ..............21 Activities Calendar...........22

Webelo Wins with Whopper!

Congratulations to Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club member Dylan Treumer on his first place win in the cake auction contest for Cub Scout Pack 4545 on January 18. Dylan is a Webelo Scout and will be crossing over into Boy Scouts in April. Pictured with Dylan is Assistant Cub Master Mike Elliott.

Taroks, SPJST Members: Anywhere, Anytime By Michael Morris of Lodge 47, Seaton On Saturday, February 20, 2007, the weather in Seaton, Texas, (located in East Bell County and home of Lodge 47, Seaton) was cold and nasty. In fact, the whole week leading up to that day had been rather terrible with ice, sleet, and sub-freezing temperatures. Well, this story will warm your heart! Lodge 47, Seaton (Hvezda Texasu or “Star of Texas”) had planned on hosting another successful tarok tournament that day. Due to the increasingly inclement weather, the folks at Lodge 47 decided during the week to postpone the tournament. However, not all who had planned on showing up to play got the message. You guessed it! Early that

Saturday morning, players from many points of the state —El Campo, Dallas, Schulenburg, Taylor, Fort Worth—showed up at Star Hall to play some cards. Now, let me tell you, this is a competitive bunch! Much to their dismay, the tournament had been called off. Now what to do? It was the perfect scenario for some of our members to step in with some fraternal spirit. Lodge 47 members Jimmie and Carolyn Coufal, who happen to live close by and who, I might add, are avid and skilled tarok players, came to the aid of the stranded players. The Coufals took these folks back to their See Fraternalism on page 3.

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SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 (800) 727-7578 • (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-7447 www.spjst.com VESTNIK EDITOR AND DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-0807 email: m e l a n i e z @ v v m . c o m PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 985-0007 Mobile: (254) 534-2902 email: vanicek@spjst.com VICE PRESIDENT GENE McBRIDE, FICF, CFFM Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 771-3837 Mobile: (254) 534-1450 email: genemc@spjst.com SECRETARY-TREASURER LANITA ANGLIN, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 985-2334 email: lanitaa@spjst.com FINANCIAL SECRETARY JERRY MIKULAS Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 773-2950 email: jerrymik@spjst.com LEGAL ADVISOR DREW POPELKA P.O. Box 1706, Temple, TX 76503 Office: (254) 742-0724 email: spjst-legal@sbcglobal.net DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR DONNIE VICTORICK, FIC, CHAIRMAN P.O. Box 85, Snook, Texas 77878 Home: (979) 272-3265 • Mobile: (979) 224-3125 email: dv.aggie@verizon.net DISTRICT TWO DIRECTOR BOBBY WUENSCHE 2451 CR 405, Taylor, Texas 76574-5421 Home: (512) 365-3013 DISTRICT THREE DIRECTOR JOHNNIE R. KRIZAN 11500 Heritage Pkway, West, Texas 76691 Home: (254) 826-5882 DISTRICT FOUR DIRECTOR BILLY ROLLWITZ, FIC P.O. Box 195, Rowena, Texas 76875 Home: (325) 442-3141 • Mobile: (325) 277-5362 Office: (325) 442-3038 email: brollwitz@verizon.net DISTRICT FIVE DIRECTOR LARRY W. PFLUGHAUPT, FIC 1243 Clovis Road, Houston, Texas 77008 Home: (713) 864-2163 DISTRICT SIX DIRECTOR MICHAEL K. AHLSTROM, FIC, VICE CHAIRMAN 407 Taos Street, Victoria, Texas 77904 Home: (361) 578-3279 • Mobile: (361) 676-3279 email: ahlstrom@suddenlink.net DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR BOB J. BAYER, FIC 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114 Home: (830) 393-9073 BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Richard Ford, 2392 CR 424, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-1451 District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Texas 78615 - (512) 365-2000 District Three - Al Kercho, 2444 Stonegate Dr. North, Bedford, Texas 76021 - (817) 282-5065 District Four - Beverly Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Texas 76875 - (325) 442-4841 District Five - Mildred Holeman, 1006 Chantilly Lane, Houston, Texas 77018 - (713) 683-0018 District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Texas 77414 - (979) 244-4415 District Seven - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (830) 281-8246 FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Stanley Mrnustik, 202 N. Shaw St., Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 567-4386 District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2282 District Three - Michael Galler, 526 Karen, Waco, Texas 76706 - (254) 662-4934 District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM Hwy. 765, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 651-8550

District Five - Marceil Malak, 7444 Meiners Road, Ledbetter, Texas 78946-5118 - (979) 249-5940 District Six - Rita Vanek, P.O. Box 901, El Campo, Texas 77437 - (979) 543-6220 District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Texas 78130-3438 - (830) 625-8262 INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 F.M. 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Daniel Roznovsky, 2513 Custer Court, Irving, Texas 75062 - (972) 252-6763 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Dr., San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 234-8117 District Five - Helen Hegwood, 6702 Lindy Ann Lane, Houston, Texas 77008 - (713) 864-0489 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174 Lolita, Texas 77971 - (512) 874-4461 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 578 FM 1347, Stockdale, Texas 78160 - (830) 745-2702 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-0112 District Two - Tammy Whatley, 187 Tanner Circle, Georgetown, Texas 78628 - (512) 864-9183 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Dr., San Angelo, Texas 76903 - (325) 651-5884 District Five - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 CR 47, Angleton, Texas 77515 - (979) 922-1279 District Six - Helen Kelner, 911 Ave. K, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 - (281) 342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 447 Shady Hollow, New Braunfels, Texas 78132 - (830) 964-5135 STATE TRAINING COORDINATOR JIM WIEST, FIC, CFFM Mobile: (254) 541-5555 email: spjst@hotmail.com STATE FIELD REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT ONE Bill Orsak, CFFM Mobile: (979) 324-0056 Home: (979) 272-8902 • Fax: (979) 272-8902 DISTRICT TWO Zachary Kramer Mobile: (254) 541-5820 email: zacharyjkramer@yahoo.com DISTRICT THREE Philip McBee, FICF, CFFM (325) 784-9800 • Mobile: (325) 647-1949 email: pnm@hyperhog.net DISTRICT FOUR Charles Lindley, CFFM (432) 349-6759 email: kacha2u@hotmail.com DISTRICT FIVE Edward J. Jelinek, CFFM (979) 549-0452 • Fax: (979) 549-0465 email: spjst5@aol.com DISTRICT SIX Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM Mobile: (979) 332-1616 • Home: (979) 543-2532 email: k-kaspar@hotmail.com DISTRICT SEVEN Hector Garcia, FIC Mobile: (361) 548-5702 • Home: (361) 749-1032 STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR CHESTER JENKE, SR., FICF Home: (830) 303-4316 (210) 413-3053 email: cejenke@wmconnect.com STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR JOHN HOELSCHER Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0681 email: johnh@spjst.com DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Street, Burlington, Texas 76519 (254) 985-2396 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Janice Stevens, P.O. Box 613, Hawley, Texas 79525 (325) 537-9224 District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023 - (713) 649-6138 District Six - Marcy Dorotik, 2500 Old Farm Road, Apt. 833, Houston, Texas 77063 - (713) 907-1630 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 578 FM 1347, Stockdale, Texas 78160 - (830) 745-2702 - email: wap6564@felpsis.net SPJST LIBRARY, ARCHIVES AND MUSEUM (LAM) Curator Dorothy Pechal (254) 773-1575 Administrator Sandi Wicker (254) 899-2935

he Vestnik is proud to once again present its annual Valentine’s Day issue on February 14. The issue will be filled with valentine greetings from members all across the state. I invite you to participate in this expression of love and heartfelt warmth. Receiving a valentine greeting can totally make someone’s day. And, it will make you feel good that you did something special. Please see the form on page 3 of this week’s Vestnik to share your valentines. And, photo valentines are also available. For a donation of $5 to the SPJST Scholarship Fund, we will include a submitted photo with your valentines. Greetings can be mailed or emailed, but the deadline to be included in the special Valentine Vestnik is this Friday, February 2. Get yours in today! Bowl for the Cure February 17 is sure to be a day of fun if you are a fraternal member participating in the Third Annual Bowl for the Cure Bowling Tournament at 300 Austin. SPJST bowlers will participate with bowlers from the Hermann Sons, Catholic Life, KJT, and KJZT. All SPJST lodges are encouraged to get a team of four—or more— bowlers to participate in this year’s tournament. Let’s bowl to win the Gold Cup! Proceeds will benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The tournament starts at 12 noon on the 17th, but registration materials and $10 per person entry fees must be received by February 9 at the SPJST Home Office. Visit www.spjst.com for entry forms. 300 Austin (formerly AMF Bowling Center) is located at 9904 North IH-35 in Austin. See you there!

SPJST Awards Banquet Another big SPJST event is coming up on Saturday, February 24. It’s the annual awards banquet at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center. Banquet registration is from 11 a.m. to 12 noon, and the ceremony begins at 12 noon. Please note that no noon meal will be served. Only a banquet dinner will be served at approximately 5 p.m. Packets of information have been mailed to lodges. I always look forward to seeing members from across the state. Many awards will be presented to highly deserving lodges, sales agents, and youth clubs for all of their work and sales in 2006. Congratulations to our award winners. This is your moment. You earned it. Be proud. I am very proud of you! Watch next week’s Vestnik for more banquet information including a listing of hotels in Killeen. Eyeglass Collection Continues District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt asked me to remind lodges and youth clubs of the ongoing collection of eyeglasses, hearing aids, and cell phones. Larry will take these to the recycling center in Houston. Larry, thanks for all of your fraternal work with these charitable activities. You are making a difference. Failure and Success “The two hardest things to handle in life are failure and success.” —Dr. Joyce Brothers “The obvious is that which is never seen until someone expresses it simply.” —Kahlil Gibran (1883-1931) Novelist and poet —SPJST—

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From the Mail

Open House Winner Expresses Thanks We would like to thank the SPJST for the Tonka® truck that we won at the Christmas celebration (SPJST-CAC Christmas Open House on December 17 at the CAC in Temple). As you can see, Jaxon is really enjoying playing with it! Thank you again for raffling off such a nice prize. Sincerely, Joel, Tish, and Jaxon Berryman Belton, Texas —SPJST—

Fraternalism Continued from page 1.

Family Fun and Important Dates January 31 January 31 February 2 February 3 February 4 February 10 February 11 February 11 February 11 February 16 February 17 February 18 February 22 February 23 February 23 February 24 March 4 March 4 March 17

Deer Antler Contest Ends Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest Ends Deadline for Vestnik Valentine Greetings State Tarok Tournament • Lodge 6, Cottonwood Lodge 29, Taylor Super Bowl Party (2) Lodge 24, Cyclone Mardi Gras Festival Fund-Raiser (2) District Two Skating Party • Skate Haven, Temple Lodge 18, Elgin Valentine Dance (2) Lodge 88, Houston Anniversary Day (5) Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club Chili Supper (2) Bowl for the Cure • Austin Lodge 92, Fort Worth Valentine Dance (3) Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Bingo Training (6) Lifetime Achiever Request Forms Due Outgoing Officer Plaque Request Forms Due SPJST Awards Banquet Killeen Convention Center District Seven Spring Meeting Hosted by Lodge 202, Jourdanton Lodge 30, Taiton Incentive Awards Banquet (6) Lodge 18, Elgin hosts Don Peachey

house—which is comfortably outfitted with a toasty, warm wood stove— and set about the task of organizing a tarok tourney. What fun! The whole operation, I’m told, was run like an official, regulation, tournament. Entry fees were paid, scores were tallied and recorded, players rotated seats, cards were shuffled, and many chips were exchanged. At the end of regulation play, the top four players were even awarded prize money. If you were thinking that after such long drives that some of the folks were hungry, you guessed right.

Jimmie and Carolyn even fed the hungry bunch. They ordered up some barbecue from town, and all had a splendid meal. You tarok players know how good the meals at tarok tourneys can be so that could not be overlooked. This, my brothers and sisters, is what fraternalism is all about! Jimmie and Carolyn, the Society owes you a great deal of thanks for extending a fraternal hand to those in need. I am proud to call you members, and I’m proud to call you my friends. P.S. Jimmie, thanks for all the tarok tips. “Don’t lead with a king first time around.” Hope to see you at the next tournament. —SPJST—

Vestnik Valentines Deadline this Friday, February 2 SPJST INTEREST RATES SPJST Mortgage Interest Rates Mortgage rates are subject to change without notice. Call the SPJST Home Office (800) 727-7578.

Commercial Property

6.75% for 1 to 10 years 7.00% for 11 to 15 years

Universal Life Home or Farm Mortgages Universal Life I 75% Owner 5.75% for Annualized*

Annuity III 5.00% for Annualized* Annuity IV 5.00% for Annualized* * Rates effective 10/31/06 through 1/31/07.

Residence Property

5.25% for 1 to 15 years 5.75% for 16 to 20 years 6.25% for 21 to 30 years Farm Property

5.75% for 1 to 10 years 6.25% for 11 to 20 years 85% Owner Residence Property

7.25% for 1 to 30 years

Universal Life II 5.75% for Annualized* Annuities Annuity I 5.00% for Annualized* Annuity II 5.00% for Annualized*

Five-Year Annuity When purchased, current interest rates are guaranteed for 5 years.

Band 1—$10,000 to $24,999 Current Rate: 3.95% Band 2—$25,000 to $49,999 Current Rate: 4.10% Band 3—$50,000 and up Current Rate: 4.20%

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SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Donors’ List SPJST’s 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive for 2006-2007 began on October 1. There have been 391 donations made to this year’s drive. Donations to date are $4,575.13. SPJST Memorial donations to date are $3,580. Thank you for your generous donations to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. Because of your generosity, many young SPJST members will be able to attend or continue with college. Our goal is set for $19,000. We are looking forward to your support in achieving this goal. 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 member’s last name in alphabetical order. Individuals submitting a donation will also be listed by member’s last name 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 last name in alphabetical order. 5. 100 pennies donations made as a memorial will be listed under memorial donations in a separate listing. 6. Please print donor’s name(s) clearly.

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McKay, Frank McKay, LaNelle Meyners, Scott, Cindy, Tyler and Taylor Middlebrook, James Mikush, Joe J. Milan, Emil J. Mortensen, Eunice Motley, Dusten Motley, Tori Mraz, Justin Murphy, John and Carol Neely, Dr. Robert Novy, Pauline Orrick, Rosalie Palla, Arthur and Dorothy Palomo, Kentrell Payne, Esther Phillips, Terry Pokladnik, Richard Pokorny, Aileen Polasek, Geri Polasek, James Pospisil, Ollie, Timothy and Alan Pospisil, Sandra Psencik, Regina Pumilia, Josephine Pyle, Tedri Pyle, Tedri Raska, Mary Regan, Colton Ringwald, Angelina Ripper, Charlie Rodriguez, Kadejha Rowald, Katherine Rusnak, Rudolph Ryan, Blake Ryan, Jerrod Scasta, Albert and Helen Schwartz, George E. Schwertner, Maynard and Nancy Scott, Naomi Ruth Shefcik, Clinton Shefcik, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Shoemake, Laura Slovak, Hayley Smith, Gordon W. Spacek, Jr., J.C. Spacek, Sr., J.C. Spinn, Buck SPJST Lodge 15 Buckholts SPJST Lodge 153 La Salle SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin SPJST Lodge 32 Victoria SPJST Lodge 92 Fort Worth SPJST Lodge 93, Hobson Stary, Kirk and Lorine Steinman, Rosie

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Tomanek, Mary Tomasek, Mary Ann and Allan Trampota, Jerry and Family Treumer, Dylan Trlica, Marvin Turner, Robert and Kathy Veselka, Debbie Vistal, Dr. Clif Voldan, Edna E. Waddle, William Walker, Doris N. Wuensche, Bobby and Ruth Wuensche, Bret Wuensche, Kayla Yonley, Betty Jo Young, Maurice H. Zikes, Charlie —SPJST—

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Tarok Tournament For SPJST Members Only!

SPJST Lodge 6 Cottonwood

Saturday, February 3, 2007 Registration: 8 to 8:45 a.m. Play begins at 9 a.m. Entry Fee: $7 per person (includes noon meal and snacks)

Prizes awarded! For more information or to register by January 26: Email: tammym@spjst.com Call: (800) 727-7578 Directions to SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood From I-35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light and stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take FM 2114 East for three miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road. The lodge hall is on the right about one-half mile down the road.

Lo dge L e t t e rs Se c t ion Lodge 4 Hallettsville plans 2007 activities Dear Members, Our lodge held its first meeting of 2007 on Sunday, January 14 in the Legion Tap Room with President Joe Siptak presiding. Secretary/Treasurer Helen Zabransky introduced our guests as District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom and wife Kathy and SPJST State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Chester Jenke and wife Colleen. A resolution of sympathy was read for departed member Julius Galetka by Gaynell Chudej of the Resolution Committee. State FAC Chester Jenke spoke to the members on the various upcoming activities and tournaments. He especially encouraged us to participate in Join Hands Day. District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom congratulated our lodge on getting the First Step Award. He updated us on happenings in SPJST and reminded the members of the District Six Spring Meeting on April 29 hosted by Lodge 23, Moravia. Marlyn Sevcik, daughter-in-law of our 100-year member, Lois Sevcik, read a heartfelt thank you on behalf of the family to our lodge on honoring Mrs. Sevcik. Installation of officers was conducted by Director Ahlstrom. Secretary/Treasurer Helen Zabransky read the minutes to the November and December meetings and gave the financial report. Correspondence was read. Assistant Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus reported on the youth club activities. A list of our members was read having 50-year membership in SPJST for 2007 as: Ida Neubauer, Henry Till Muenster, Annie B. Muenster, Alton E. Chudej, Carol Koehne, Paul Edwin Pesek, David Joseph Barta, Sandra Sue Holy,

The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to: SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: (254) 774-7447 Email: melaniez@vvm.com Questions? Call (800) 727-7578

Shirley A. Bialas, Helen Zabransky, and Patricia Zabransky. Our lodge also has a member, Emil C. Treptow, who will reach the grand age of 96. Lodge Cemetery Representative Philip Vahalik reported the District Six Committee will be meeting soon. Plans for a dedication of an historical marker for the Velehrad Cemetery will be discussed. FAC Annie Vahalik reported on upcoming activities. Our lodge needs to be planning a Join Hands Day project. Games will be played at the February meeting, and January, February, and March birthdays will be recognized. Door prizes donated by the lodge, Director Ahlstrom, and State FAC Jenke were won by Jonathan Vanek, Susan Siptak, Philip Vahalik, Evelyn Holy, Mimiea Vanek, Shirley Kalmus, Robin Scott, and Patsy Zabransky.

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Lunch was served and everyone enjoyed visiting.

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Lodge 4, Hallettsville Christmas Party Fun Sunday, December 10, 2006 • Legion Hall in Hallettsville, Texas

Next Meeting—February 11 Our next meeting will be Sunday, February 11 at the Legion Tap Room at 2 p.m. Games will be played, door prizes given, and lunch served as usual. Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 8, Weimar elects 2006 officers Greetings for the new year from Lodge 8, Weimar. This is my first contribution to the Vestnik for the new year. We held our first meeting last night at the Veteran’s Hall in Weimar. It was cold so many of our members decided to stay home. The president called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited led by Carolyn Tobola. A prayer for our sick and departed and a blessing for our meal was asked by our president. The business meeting was reconvened after our meal. The minutes and treasurer’s report was read and approved. All of our officers were present, and District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom was also in attendance. He reported SPJST had a very good year, and our lodge qualified for the First Step Award. He reminded the members that the SPJST Awards

Pictured are Lodge 4, Hallettsville Youth Club members, guests, and leaders who attended the lodge’s Christmas party. Shown with Santa are Mark and Sarah Siptak, Melissa and Ronald Sustaita, Holly Scott, Christopher and Jonathan Vanek, Elizabeth and Jonathan Vahalik, Morgan Scott, Cullen Scott, Ashley Boethel, Baylis Zak, Youth Leader Mary Ann

Banquet will be held on February 24, and the District Six Spring Meeting will be held on April 29. Officer elections were held. The 2007 Lodge 8 officers are: President Leo Jares Vice President Carolyn Tobola Secretary JoAnn Jares Treasurer Henrietta Veselka FAC Erline Janik Following the election, Brother Mike Ahlstrom installed the officers. The following members had a birthday in January—Shannon W.

Lodge 8, Weimar Presents 2007 Officers

The 2007 Lodge 8, Weimar officers are, left to right, FAC Erline Janik, Treasurer Henrietta Veselka, Secretary JoAnn Jares, Vice President Carolyn Tobola, and President Leo Jares.

Sustaita, and Assistant Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus. RIGHT PHOTO: Elizabeth and Jonathan Vahalik saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus at the Lodge 4, Hallettsville Christmas party on December 10. Their mom is Vice President/FAC Annie Vahalik and Santa, also known as Philip Vahalik, is their dad.

Creel (January 27); Michael D. Jurica (January 16); Kyra S. Kabernik (January 22); Raymond Kocian (January 14); Nicole Krizak (January 4); Mary Leveridge (January l0); Erline Muenster (January 11); Julian F. Orona (January 2); and Chelsea Slagle (January 20). Happy birthday to all of you. Next Meeting—February 26 Our next meeting will be February 26. Fraternally, JoAnn Jares, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 17 New Tabor reports on December meeting The December 3, 2006, meeting was called to order by President Gaas at 2 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Vice President Hildebrand had the members sign in. There were no resolutions, and all officers were present. Secretary Trcalek read the minutes from the November meeting. With no corrections, the minutes were approved as read. A thank you from the Kolache Festival Committee was read thanking us for our participation. Treasurer Mrnustik gave the treasurer’s report.

Plans were made to make fruit baskets and deliver them to the nursing home in Caldwell. Mrs. Skrabanek gave the hall report. Youth Leader Skrabanek reported on the youth club’s upcoming party and workday. FAC Narro reminded everyone about the Open House held at the Cultural Activities Center in Temple on December 17. Lifetime Achiever awards were also discussed. Under old business, we discussed the memorial service and hero pins. Our officers were installed during the memorial service by Mr. Donnie Victorick. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned. The next meeting will be at 2 p.m. on January 7, 2007. Fraternally submitted, Lisa Blum, Reporter —SPJST—

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Lodge 17 New Tabor announces 50-year members The January meeting of Lodge 17, New Tabor was called to order by President Gaas. Mrs. Henry led members in the Pledge of Allegiance. There were no resolutions. Secretary Trcalek read the minutes from the December meeting. The minutes were approved as read. Treasurer Mrnustik gave the treasurer’s report. FAC Narro read a thank you note from the soldier adopted this past year by our lodge. She also reported on area of events such as the tarok tournaments, the approaching awards banquet, and the Wall of Honor celebration being held in Denton on January 27. Youth Leader Skrabanek gave the youth report. Mrs. Skrabanek also updated the members on the hall activities. The 50-year pin recipients were reviewed. Our recipients are: Milady Dubcak, Georgia Ann Simecek, Charlene Marie Lusk, John Edmond Sefcik, Paula Marie Trcalek, Deborah E. Paul, Walter Surovik, Jr., Dani Lisa Dechiara, Linda Ann Hejl, and Karen Ann Watson. Congratulations to our 50-year members. We also acknowledged the death of Ladi Matula, brother-in-law of President Randy Gaas and brother of member Linda Gaas. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Next Meeting—February 4 Our next scheduled meeting will be Sunday, February 4 at 2 p.m. Fraternally submitted, Lisa Blum, Reporter —SPJST—

SPJST Presents $5,000 to SPJST LAM

At its January meeting, the SPJST Supreme Lodge presented the annual allocation of $5,000 to the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum. Pictured are, seated, left to right, SL Chairman/District One Director Donnie Victorick, SL Secretary-Treasurer Lanita Anglin, SL Legal Advisor Drew Popelka, District Seven Director Bob Bayer, SL Vice Chairman/District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom, District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt, District Four Director Billy Rollwitz, District Three Director

Lodge 24 Cyclone: Mardi Gras! February 10 Let the Good Times Roll! SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone, Flag Hall, in Cyclone, Texas, presents Mardi Gras! on Saturday, February 10, 2007. Doors open at 5 p.m. The evening features Charles Thibodeaux and the Bayou Cajun Band, Cajun food, and door prizes galore. Eat, drink, and be merry! Donation of $100 covers two. A $10 donation is requested for supervised, minor children when accompanied

Johnnie Krizan, District Two Director Bobby Wuensche, SL Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, and SL Vice President Gene McBride. BACK: District Seven LAM Director Roxy Bertrand, District Four LAM Director Nancy Weise, SL President Brian Vanicek, District Three LAM Director/President Jerry Milan, District Five LAM Director Fred Buri, LAM Administrator Sandi Wicker, District Six LAM Director Philip Vahalik, and District Two LAM Director/Treasurer Jesse Pospisil.

by adult. It’s time to enjoy life and have a good time. The Cyclone Mardi Gras is all about music, food, fun, and excitement. You want to come dressed in a crazy costume? You can do that, too. Check out these prizes: Grand prize - 50” HD Television; Second prize - $1,500 Shopping Spree; Third prize - Bay Fishing Expedition for Four by Coastal Safaris Guide Service and Two Nights at the Best Western Port Lavaca Inn; Fourth prize - Weber Genesis Silver A 6311398 Grill with 528 inches of Cooking Area; and Fifth prize - Garrett Ace 250 High Performance Metal Detector! All proceeds from the Cyclone

Lodge 17, New Tabor Memorial Service Sunday, December 3, 2006 • Lodge 17, New Tabor Hall

Pictured are Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club members lighting candles during the memorial

service. The service honored the lodge’s deceased members.

Mardi Gras go to support the maintenance and upkeep of Flag Hall and contribute to Lodge 24, Cyclone’s fraternal programming. Only 200 tickets will be sold. To purchase your tickets, contact: President Daniel Wilde (254) 985-2258 Hall Manager Wilbert Mikeska (254) 985-2484 Bobby Hoelscher (254) 771-2091 Keith Andel (254) 983-5941 Johnny Klecka (254) 593-4405 Robert Macek (254) 985-2376 —SPJST—

Lodge 28 Karel Jonas East Bernard meets February 4 Dear Members, A reminder: The February monthly meeting of Lodge Karel Jonas has been moved up to this next Sunday, the 4th, due to a conflict. It will be held in the Community Room of the East Bernard Branch Library at 746 Clubside Drive at 1 p.m. Our meeting still will be held on the second Sunday of the month except where certain conflicts occur. The fraternal hour buffet luncheon

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Lodge 29, Taylor Elects 2007 Officers

District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom installed the following officers: President Franklin Elles Vice President/FAC Kathy Ahlstrom Treasurer Lois Elles Youth Leader Henrietta Yates Assistant Youth Leader Mary Tijerina Trustees Vlasta Svoboda, Doris Elsik, Alfred Horelka

District Two Director Bobby Wuensche, far left, installed the 2007 Lodge 29, Taylor officers. Officers are, left to right, Property Committee Jesse Pospisil, Property Committee Frankie Pustejovsky, Property Committee Erwin Meiske, Vice President/FAC Donna Pasemann, Secretary/Reporter Linda Pospisil, and Treasurer Tammy Whatley.

will have a standard fare. A good quorum was present for the January meeting. After convening, opening ceremonies, and Vice President Jeanette Kaminsky giving grace, a recess was called for the fraternal hour luncheon of some very good venison and beef chili con carne made by Vice President Jeanette. It was enjoyed by all present and was most appropriate for the occasion due to the weather being cold and wet. Thank you, Jeanette! Also, Jeanette along with Helen Vrana brought corn bread. Helen and A.J. “Tony” Kelner brought some of the extras and cheesecake. Yours truly brought the coffee pot and coffee for the coffee drinkers along with the crescent rolls. Thanks for Visiting, Karen! District Six State Field Representative Sister Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM came to visit and to explain the new membership drive for the lodge. She also gave a report on the 2006 success. Sad to say, but this writer failed to introduce her, forgetting that not all present did not know her. Thanks for the visit and see you in May. The meeting in general consisted of reports which were all accepted as given. To the faithful: See you next Sunday—the 4th—and this writer remains . . . Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, FIC President —SPJST—

Lodge 32, Victoria to host polka fest Lodge 32, Victoria met on January 11 for the first meeting of 2007. President Franklin Elles called the meeting to order, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members. Minutes from the November meeting were read and approved and the treasurer’s report was given. Correspondence was read and discussed. The FAC report was given, and plans were outlined for all meetings this year. We have a great line up of fraternal activities so you won’t want to miss any meetings. Watch for details! A get well card was signed by members and sent to Dan Elsik. We wish him a speedy recovery. Everyone was reminded of the awards banquet on February 24 in Killeen. Our sales agents have been working very diligently in 2006. The lodge gives a big thank you to all of them. And . . . it looks like they are already off to a successful 2007! Polka Waltz Fest—February 25 Our Polka - Waltz Fest is Sunday, February 25 at Inez Hall Community Center. We need for all members to support this annual event. Plan to come on out and enjoy a great day of dancing, visiting and good food! Music will be by The Vrazels and Bobby Jones Czech Band.

Next Meeting—February 8 Mark your calendars for Thursday, February 8—our next meeting. We will be celebrating January, February, and March birthdays with a cake provided by Kathy Ahlstrom. Be at the lodge building at 7:30 p.m. and join the fun! Fraternally, Kathy Ahlstrom Reporter/FAC —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton to host Cemetery Association meeting The Seaton Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting on Sunday, February 11, 2007, at 2 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall. There will be an election of officers and directors. Anyone desiring to be

put on the agenda needs to contact President Ace Chlapek (254) 7783450 or 104 West Killen Lane, Temple, Texas 76501. Submitted by, Janet Young, Secretary Seaton Cemetery Association —SPJST—

Lodge 48 Beyersville welcomes new member Lodge 48, Beyersville held its monthly meeting on January 14, 2007. Outgoing President Bobby Wuensche called the meeting to order. We recited the Pledge of Allegiance and held a moment of silence for Brother Richard Batla. Richard, we will miss you so much. You have contributed to the hall in so many immeasurable ways. Your smile, your presence at our events, your great desserts, and your wisdom will never be replaced. Sponem bohem. District Two Director Bobby Wuensche installed our officers. Brother Robert Leshikar took over his duties. We also recognized a transfer member, Donna Mahac. Although she has been helping behind the scenes for some time now, we were glad to welcome her to our meeting. We had several youth club members and their parents attend as well. We were glad to have them stay and encouraged their input, as they are the

Lodge 48, Beyersville Presents 2007 Officers

The 2007 Lodge 48, Beyersville officers are, left to right, Youth Leader Donna Vanecek, Reporter Denisse Wuensche, Treasurer Bonnie Urbanek, Secretary Linda Wuensche, Second Vice President/Hall Manager Bonnie Wolf, First Vice President Bobby Wuensche, and President Robert Leshikar.

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Lodge 87, Temple plans February 13 chili supper Lodge 87, Temple invites members to a chili supper on Tuesday, February 13 meeting at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall, located on 50th Street in Temple. Bingo will be played after supper. Joe Camp will cook the chili, and all lodge members are invited. Respectfully submitted, Diane Troy, FAC —SPJST—

Lodge 88, Houston reports on activities Things are getting back to normal after a very busy and festive holiday season. Part of our holiday celebration included the membership bringing gifts for the wounded soldiers in the Fort Sam Houston Hospital. These gifts, 88 phone cards (150 minutes each), chocolate candy, and 200

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Lodge 73, Seymour Gives to Community

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 73, Seymour President Ed Blankenship, left, presents a check to Harry Coltharp, fire chief of the Seymour Volunteer Fire Department. CENTER PHOTO: Dr. Jim Tucker, treasurer of the

small bags of assorted chips, were delivered to the hospital in San Antonio by our FAC Esther Heinsohn, President Pat Bruce, and Board Member J.R. Bruce. On the same day back at the lodge in Houston, the youth club was hosting the annual Christmas party. This party is one of three the youth club hosts during the year for the entire membership. It was well-attended, and a good time was had by all. A special thank you to Youth Leader Barbara Gonzales and the youth club for a wonderful party. On December 15, Bob and Ruth Martinak drove to Lubbock, Texas, to witness the graduation of their grandson, Andrew E. Martinak. He graduated from Texas Tech University on December 16. Andrew is the son of Richard Martinak of Spring, Texas, and Laurie Hillman of The Woodlands. We extend our congratulations to Andrew and wish him the best. The Blue Room Christmas Party on December 17 with music provided by the Red Ravens was enjoyed by members and guests. The delicious steak dinner was complimented with a congealed salad and homebaked cookies provided by Linda Wehring and her committee, Lowrina Lindemann and Dorothy Pflughaupt, with the assistance of several other lodge members. We hope some of our members will be able to participate in the bowling tournament in Austin for the benefit of breast cancer research on February 17. A big thank you is in order for Mildred Holeman for her work with the Social Night Committee. Thanks to her work, the attendance has been very good at our Thursday night bingo games. Mildred and her committee have done a good job. Keep up the good work!

Baylor County Ag Pavilion, right, accepts a check from Lodge 73 President Ed Blankenship. RIGHT PHOTO: President Blankenship presents a check to Nell Tucker of the Seymour Cemetery Association.

If you have any news you would like reported, please call Sherry Miller (281) 399-8435. Sherry Miller Second Vice President —SPJST—

Lodge 107 Floresville reports on January meeting Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 107, Floresville’s monthly meeting was held on Sunday, January 14, 2007. President Glen Pruski called the meeting to order. David Sanders led us in the Pledge of Allegiance, and a moment of silence was observed for the deceased members. Roll call was taken. All were present. Secretary Henke read December’s minutes, and they were approved. FAC Polly Bayer, DYC Pruski, Financial Secretary Liz Bielefeld, and Hall Manager Bertrand gave their reports. We are currently making repairs to the hall to improve the lighting as well as weatherproofing the hall from the elements. The District Seven Spring Meeting will be held on March 4 in Jourdanton. Next Meeting—February 4 Lodge 107, Floresville will meet at the hall on Sunday, February 4 at 4 p.m. We will be discussing and finalizing our annual banquet in April. The youth club will meet at 3 p.m. Please note the change, and I hope to see you there. Fraternally, Doug Henke, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 107 Floresville repairs hall Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 107, Floresville held its monthly meeting on Sunday, January 14, 2007. President Glen Pruski called the meeting to order at 3:05 p.m. David Sanders led us in the Pledge of Allegiance, and a moment of silence was observed for the deceased members. Roll call was taken, and all were present. Natalie Henke read the minutes from December’s meeting, and the minutes were approved as is. Correspondence The 50-year pins were discussed; 501(c) property tax exemption is up for a renewal; 2006 lodge officers photo is needed and must be received by February 9 either by mail or email. The FAC report was presented by Polly Bayer. Rhythm ’07 is the new membership drive theme. Lifetime Achiever and outgoing officer plaques were ordered. Everyday Hero pins have arrived and will be awarded at a later time. Upcoming Events January 31 is the deadline for the deer antler contest. February 17 is the Bowl for the Cure in Austin. The registration deadline is February 9. April 14 and 15 is the Relay for Life. May 5 is Join Hands Day. Youth Leader Wendy Pruski presented her report. The youth club has decided to fix up the courtyard at the nursing home (near the old hospital) for Join Hands Day. We need to check with the nursing home for its approval before going forward. District Seven Spring Meeting will be March 4 in Jourdanton. Registration will be at 10

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a.m. with the meeting at 10:30 a.m. There will be a meal, membership drive, silent auction, and a kraslice egg-decorating for the youth. Financial Secretary Liz Bielefeld reported that there were two certificates terminated. Treasurer Diane Korus read the balance. An announcement was made that Travis Purchis and David Sanders entered essays in the Texas Fraternal Congress. Travis received third place, and David received second place. They both read their essays to those members present. Hall Manager Roxy Bertrand informed members of the repairs being made in the hall. President Pruski suggested that Hall Manager Bertrand create an agenda of hall repairs. President Pruski also appointed a committee for the hall repairs. The committee consists of Roxy, Oscar, Larry, and Doug. The meeting was adjourned at 4:15 p.m. Fraternally, Natalie Henke, Secretary —SPJST—

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Brandon Johnson, Lauren Johnson plan April wedding Allan and Nancy Johnson of Taylor are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Lauren Rae, to Brandon Todd Johnson of Austin. The bride-elect is the granddaughter of Wilbert and Gladys Nelson of Taylor. The couple plans to be married on April 21, 2007, in Hutto. All are members of Lodge 187, Round Rock. —SPJST—

Brandon Johnson and Lauren Johnson

Lodge 133 San Antonio reports on January meeting The members of Lodge 133, San Antonio met on Sunday, January 21, 2007. It was great to visit with members and share their winter experiences after the ice storm the city had just experienced. A special thank you goes to Margaret Schauffele who filled in for Secretary/Treasurer Michelle Popp. Some of our members were absent

Lodge 160, San Angelo Welcomes 2007 Officers

Pictured are the 2007 Lodge 160, San Angelo officers. They are, left to right, President Sharon Hohmann, Vice President Dale Weise, Secretary Charlene Dusek, Treasurer Sandra Jansa, and FAC Brenda Holik.

due to illness. It was reported that Bill Mares is recuperating at Homewood Residence, 4949 Ravenswood, No. 133, San Antonio, Texas 78227. Evelyn Matula was home recovering from a fall. It was also good to hear that Evelyn Popp is recuperating at home. Vice President Reese offered congratulations to two couples celebrating January anniversaries. Jarolyn and Bob Popp celebrated their 29th wedding anniversary, and Raymond and Dana Schimcek their 27th. It was also wonderful to receive a thank you note from Alvin and

Frances Schimcek thanking the members for the gift card that commemorated their 60th wedding anniversary. Alvin is recuperating in an assisted living home. We would also like to extend congratulations to four members from Lodge 133 who will be receiving 50year pins. They include Alma Trilicek, Charles Sazavsky, Wilbert Dornak, and Evelyn Kalfus. During the meeting, Evelyn Matula received the honor of being nominated as Fraternalist of the Year for Lodge 133. Members celebrating January birthdays included Evelyn Matula, Frances Schimcek, Don Netek, Ginger Lee, Raymond Schimcek, and Bill Mares. Many more! Vicki Reese, Jarolyn Popp, and Kelsey Reese won the attendance prizes. Gussie Strum and Louis Jasek shared split-the-pot. Additional prizes were won by Emil Rohan and Lucille Dlugosh. We then enjoyed refreshments and a games’ party. Next Meeting—February 18 Our next meeting is February 18 at 2 p.m. Join us for a fun afternoon! Respectfully yours, Jarolyn Popp, President —SPJST—

Lodge 182, Falls County Announces 2007 Officers

The 2007 Lodge 182, Falls County officers are, left to right, Youth Leader Daniel Beckendorf, President Donald Beckendorf, Secretary/Assistant Youth Leader Jeannie Beckendorf, Treasurer Darlene Komar, Reporter Joe Asquith, and Vice President Michelle Asquith.

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Lodge 179 Warrenton installs officers Lodge 179, Warrenton met on Thursday, January 11, 2007, at 7 p.m. at the Carmine Lions Club Building. President Orville W. Kunkel called the meeting to order. There were 13 members present. Vice President Lloyd Goehring led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. Brenda Callahan gave the blessing. Secretary Ricky Weyand read the minutes of the previous meeting. Treasurer Ora Lee Levien gave the treasurer’s report. Financial Secretary Gladys Baack gave a report on the local lodge dues that were collected to date. All reports were accepted as read. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Joan Goehring read correspondence from the SPJST Home Office. Mrs. Goehring also installed the 2007 lodge officers. Congratulations! They are: President Orville Kunkel Vice President Lloyd Goehring Secretary/Reporter Ricky Weyand Treasurer Ora Lee Levien Financial Secretary Gladys Baack Fraternal Activities Coordinator Joan Goehring Associate Sales Agent Ricky Weyand reported that we have two new members—Kailei An Gaines and Lainei Ma Gaines. We welcome them to Lodge 179. Birthdays for January are Colton Baack (January 7), Elsa Goehring

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Lodge 202, Jourdanton Members Collect Food and Gifts

The meeting adjourned with food, fun, and fellowship. Ricky Weyand, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 196 Houston-West presents meeting minutes The meeting was called to order at 2:45 p.m. by President-elect Skip Stayton. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Conner. The roll call of officers showed the following present: Lodge 202, Jourdanton members are pictured with food and gift articles collected at their Christmas party on December 10, 2006. Everything was given to the Atascosa County Christmas Box project for families in need. Pictured are, front, left to right, Ernest Spacek, Joan Wiederhold, Belenda Barta, Regina House, Mary Ann Barta, Bettie House, and Sandy Vasquez. BACK: Jeff Barta, Erich Wiederhold, James House, Evan Barta, Floyd House, and Melba and Gus Novosad. Mary Ann Barta spent many hours wrapping gifts at the project work center. —Photo by Valerie Barta of Lodge 202

(January 25), Susan Harper (January 18), LaVerne Kunkel (January 5), Helen Leonhardt (January 16), Sandi Pennington (January 9), Brenda Rodriguez (January 29), Ashleigh Romine (January 2), Charles Schmidt (January 20), Ruby Vierus (January 1), and Ricky Weyand (January 5). Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Baack celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary on January 10. Congratulations! A meal of lasagna, prepared and donated by Virginia Thompson, and

many side dishes was enjoyed by all. Drinks were provided by Arnold Peters. Thanks! Next Meeting—February 8 Our next meeting will be on Thursday, February 8. A meal of baked chicken, prepared by Lloyd and Joan Goehring, will be served. Drinks will be provided by Ora Lee Levien. Everyone is asked to bring a side dish or dessert. We hope to see everyone there.

President-elect Skip Stayton Vice President Dean Patschke Treasurer Alma Schulz Secretary Fran Price Youth Leader-elect Marie Stayton Skip asked that we dispense with the reading of the minutes since this is our Christmas party. It was voted on and accepted. Under old business, Fran signed POA to be able to look into IRS. Jamie is working on updating the roster of all members. Under new business, liquor licenses were discussed. We do not sell enough beer and wine to pay for liquor licenses, and it is a liability. Why don’t we just have BYOB all the time? We will discuss more next meeting. The costume display box was briefly discussed. We need a commit-

Lodge 196, Houston-West Searches for 1938 Convention Photo Donor

Lodge 196, Houston-West members are searching for the person who left this 1938 SPJST Convention photo at their lodge hall, located on Huffmeister in Cypress. Members wish to thank the individual for the

donation. If you know who gave the photo which will later be displayed in the hall, please contact Lodge 196 Secretary Alma Schulz (281) 351-1045.

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tee of two to three people to head this up. The committee will be Alma, Danny, and Cadance. Skip thanked everyone for attending. We had a wonderful Christmas dinner. Skip said if anyone sees Robert Castillo we need to ask him for his keys. It was announced that the FAC report has to be turned in in January, so we can get our money from the SPJST Home Office. JR said we can do that during the January meeting. Everyone needs to bring their volunteer hours for 2006. And, we need to add how many youth events we put on last year. Marie is our new reporter. She is to get everything in the Vestnik on time. And, if anyone has anything to put in the Vestnik, please give it to Marie. J.R. Coleman’s birthday is December 30. The people who asked about renting the hall for a New Year’s dance never called back. It was discussed that someone named Billy Joe plays all types of music and would like to play for dances. Maybe sometime next year, we can start having some dances. Respectfully submitted, Fran Price, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy meets February 7 Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy will meet Wednesday, February 7 at 6:30 p.m. You are invited to attend. Fraternally, Leonard Mikeska, FIC Reporter —SPJST—

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Fort Worth Friendship Club The Friendship Club met on Wednesday, January 3, 2007, at St. Thomas Parish Hall with 30 members and one guest present. President Alice Barnes called the meeting to order; the Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all; and Alice read a prayer. Joe Kozel was thanked for providing the music before the meeting. Secretary Rose Ann Spann read the minutes from the last meeting, and Treasurer Mary Ann Kozel gave the financial report. Both were accepted as presented. Rose Ann read a thank you note from Father Gerald for his monetary Christmas gift, and a note was received from Alice for the money gift from the Club. Alice then read a poem “Threads of Friendship” which was most appropriate. Hostess Willie Mae Becan introduced her guest, Al Mladenka, who was invited as entertainer. Al is originally from Shiner, Texas, retired as Director of International Student Services at TCU while his wife Dorothy retired as librarian from Brewer High School. Al plays the guitar and entertains at nursing homes and service clubs. All of us

enjoyed singing various folk songs, and even though, it was after Christmas, we sang “Silent Night” in English and in Czech. Joe on his accordion and Al with his guitar even played the “Shiner Polka” for our enjoyment. It was fun singing “You Are My Sunshine,” “Good Night Irene, Good Night,” and several more of the oldies. Thanks, Al, you can come back anytime. We enjoyed it very much. Annie Whitsell brought the door prize which was a box of Belgian chocolates and was won by Rose Cuba. Annie reported having a fabulous time on her cruise. The singing of “Happy Birthday” accompanied by Al on the guitar went out to January celebrants of Jewel Addison, Yolanda Espinoza, Lillie Kosarek, Betty Landsfeld, Lois Smith, and Bryant Sparks. May you all have many more. President Alice reported that the floor in the Parish Hall will be replaced on the day of our February meeting, so she made arrangements for us to meet at SPJST Lodge 92 (National Hall), located at 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road. I was reminded that I failed to write about the second grade children from Turner School, across the street from St. Thomas, who came and sang

for us at our Christmas social. They were so cute with such beautiful little voices. Their program was enjoyed by everyone and certainly added to our holiday festivities. During December, Sunshine Person Willie Mae Becan sent a thank you note to Helen Skrasek for the monetary donation she made to the Club to be used for postage, and a get well card was sent to Bessie Brezina. I am saddened to report that Bessie died earlier this week with a rosary in her hand at the age of 93. I still recall when I first started writing as reporter, and it was Bessie’s birthday. Someone asked how old she was, and without a second of hesitation, she said “39.” Naturally, I never let her forget that. Bessie always told me whenever she had a new grandchild or great-grandchild so that I could write about it in the Vestnik. She always said some day she would count them all for me. Well, bless her heart, she never did, but according to the obituary, she had 13 children, 25 grandchildren, 52 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Bessie was a beautiful lady, inside and out. She will be missed. Our sympathy goes out to her family. Rosie Steinman thanked everyone for all the good work each one does for the Club and read her and her hus-

Ryan Burrer and Lisa Machacek Exchange Wedding Vows Mr. Mike Machacek and silver ribbon. Mrs. Leslie Tidwell would Ryan and Lisa purchased like to announce the mara farm home on 15 acres last riage of their daughter, Lisa year in the small town of Renee Machacek, to Ryan Cochran. As their remodelVincent Burrer, on October ing process nears comple14, 2006. The wedding took tion, they plan to be of resiplace in Bellville, Texas, at dence there by February. St. Mary’s Episcopal Cochran is located 10 miles Church, which was officiatoutside of Bellville, which is ed by Father Robert Gribble, the hometown of both Lisa and was held at 1 p.m. and Ryan. Immediately following, a Lisa is employed as a reception was held at petroleum landman for DJ Coshattee Hall, where a barEnergycom in Franklin, becue dinner was served to Texas, while Ryan works as family and friends. The a senior operator of the gas weather was beautiful, and testing division for Opsco everything was perfect. Energy in Pinedale, Lisa wore a beautiful, Wyoming. white, sweetheart-cut wedLisa and Ryan would like ding gown with a long train to say thank you to everyone which was accented with who took part in their special Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Burrer crystal and pearl sequins, as day, they had a wonderful turnshe carried a beautiful bouquet of white roses. out which resulted in standing room only in the church, The groom wore a black tuxedo with white shirt, sil- details such as that made their day even more memover vest, and tie. Bridesmaids wore sky blue dresses rable. with spaghetti straps featuring a mild train as they carried Lisa is a member of SPJST Lodge 196, Houstonthree beautiful long-stemmed white roses, accented with West.

VĚSTNÍK band Donald’s favorite prayer entitled “Family Prayer” written by Sister Angelina. It’s a beautiful one. Our hostesses Willie Mae Becan, Rose Cuba, Dotty Herek, Kitty Rippin, and Mary Windham did a great job. Decorations consisted of a gift bag on each table with a sack of nickels for bingo. How clever— thanks, ladies! Kitty and Mary did a great job washing dishes and cleaning the kitchen. Hostesses for February will be Anna Marie Moncrief, Kathy Ormsbee, and Agnes Reznicek. Willie Mae led us in grace, a great luncheon was enjoyed, and games were played. A good time was had by all. News Lydia Alholm is scheduled to have knee surgery on January 30 at Medical Plaza in Fort Worth. Our prayers are with you for a speedy recovery. Helen Skrasek recently had surgery on her hand, but I hear that all went well, and she is home and doing fine. Ella Greer has two very interesting grandsons. I recall, Christmas a year ago, one asked for a live elephant which he didn’t get. I asked Ella what they asked for this past year, and one asked for a pony and the other for a pool table. It seems they got the pool table, but not the pony. Too bad! Wilma Still said she enjoyed the ice exhibit along with her family at the Gaylord Texan again this year and thought the nativity scene was much larger than before. Anna Marie Moncrief and her family also attended, and she said how beautiful all the ice sculptures were. It was fun to see Anna Marie and Bill Moncrief's

Wednesday, January 31, 2007 photo in the Fort Worth Click. They attended the Jewell Charity Ball— one of Fort Worth’s highlight events of the year. Willie Mae Becan’s son Jerry and wife Terry visited recently from San Antonio. They attended daughter Mary Claire’s dance recital at her Lewisville studio. Rosie Steinman, her daughter Mary, sister Lil Kosarek, Betty Landsfeld, Jerry and Henrietta Milan, Emil and Sally Milan, and I all enjoyed attending the 60th wedding anniversary party for Bertha and Julius Podhrasky at Dallas Sokol. It was a fun and beautiful party and so nice to visit with old friends. It was especially nice to visit with Evelyn Trojacek, my old grade school friend from Bardwell. My families’ sympathy goes out to cousin Millie (Vrla) Breden of Bethalto, Illinois, on the death of her daughter-in-law, Sandy. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family, and may her soul rest in peace. Merel Kovar was missed at our last meeting, but I did deliver the photo of her and Frank taken in 1982 at Czech Day at the State Fair in Dallas. The photo was from Lydia Alholm. I put it in a small frame, and Merel was delighted to receive it. She sends thanks to Lydia. The next meeting will be on February 7. Don’t forget—we will meet at the National Hall (SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth), located at 3316 Roberts Cut-off Road. See you then, and don’t forget your dish for lunch. In the meantime—stay warm! So until, keep smiling! Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST—

Scenes from Dallas Krouzek Christmas Party Friday, December 8, 2006 • Dallas Sokol Submitted by Carole Faraizl

LEFT PHOTO: Dallas Krouzek Reporter Evelyn Cechan welcomes guests to the Krouzek Christmas party held Friday, December 8, 2006, at 10:30 a.m. at

the Dallas Sokol. RIGHT PHOTO: Officers and guests enjoy the Dallas Krouzek Christmas party catered by SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas member Bessie Petr.

LEFT PHOTO: Good old-fashioned Czech and Christmas music was graciously furnished by Norbert Blazek, Johnny Divin, Laddie Gajdica, and Adolph Provazek during the Dallas Krouzek Christmas party. RIGHT PHOTO: An excellent after-lunch-

eon bonus Christmas dance entertainment was provided by Miss Deanna Houpy along with her dance instructor Britany Grubbs, the owner/director of Danz Kraze. Little Deanna is the daughter of Michael and member Lauri Houpy.

Lodge 202, Jourdanton Members Participate in 4-H Food Forum FAC Mary Ann Barta, right, is shown here with Kelly, Regina, and Michelle House. Mary Ann sponsored their attendance at a recent 4-H Food Forum held at the Pleasanton High School. It was an interesting educational event about good nutrition.

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Lodge 160, San Angelo Annual Meeting Sunday, January 21, 2007 • St. Ambrose Hall in Wall, Texas

LEFT PHOTO: Leonard Jansa presents the Fraternalist of the Year award to Sharon Hohmann. Congratulations, Sharon, and thanks for your work. CENTER PHOTO: Supreme Lodge Chairman/District One Director Donnie Victorick, far right, presents a framed resolution to Martha Broz in honor of her husband, Stanley Broz who served as

District Four Director until his death in 2005. Looking on are, left to right, District Four Director Billy Rollwitz, Debbie Halfmann (Stanley and Martha’s daughter), and Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride (in back). RIGHT PHOTO: Diana Pelzel displays the plaque she received for outstanding service as an SPJST sales agent.

LEFT PHOTO: SL Vice President Gene McBride presents an award to Diana Pelzel for her service as an SPJST sales agent. CENTER PHOTO: Pictured are, left to right, District Four State Field Representative Charles Lindley, State FAC Chester Jenke, District Four Director Billy Rollwitz, SL Chairman Donnie Victorick, Martha Broz,

Debbie Halfmann, and SL Vice President Gene McBride. RIGHT PHOTO: 2007 Lodge 160 officers stand by the 20-foot Orel. They are, left to right, FAC Brenda Holik, Treasurer Sandra Jansa, Secretary Charlene Dusek, Vice President Dale Weise, and President Sharon Hohmann.

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 160 President Sharon Hohmann lights a candle during the memorial service. CENTER PHOTO: FAC Brenda Holik

reads a poem during the service. RIGHT PHOTO: Eddie Holik, Sr. lights a candle in honor and in memory of his wife, Elsie.

Many members and guests attended the annual meeting at the St. Ambrose Hall in Wall. A catered meal was served at 12 noon. A busi-

ness meeting followed the meal. social time and visiting.

Pictured above, attendees enjoy

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In Memoriam Expression of Sympathy

Expression of Sympathy

We the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Hvezda Texasu No. 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed brother, LOUIS RICHARDSON. Louis Richardson, 92, of Belton, died Friday, January 12, 2007. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Thursday, January 18 at the ScanioHarper Funeral Home with Reverend Larry Heimsoth officiating. Private family burial was at Bellwood Memorial Park. He was born September 13, 1914, in Temple to James Harvey and Goldie McDonald Richardson. He attended schools in East Bell County and was a member of St. Luke Catholic Church. He married Frances Bartek. She died August 25, 2006. Survivors include daughter Susan Smylie of Belton; sister Mary Smith of Little River; brothers Buford Richardson of Fort Worth and Marvin Richardson of Amarillo; beloved nieces and nephews, Bob Smylie; and his many dear friends from Bell County. He was preceded in death by brothers Hulon, Eli, and Preston Richardson. Memorials may be made to Vista Care Hospice, 2626 South 37th Street, Temple, Texas 76504; or to one’s favorite charity. Obituary and guest book at www.scanioharperfuneralhome.com. Resolution Committee Dorothy Pechal Joyce Skrabanek LaVerne Vanicek —SPJST—

We, the officers and membership of SPJST Lodge 28, East Bernard, express our heartfelt sympathy to the family of EUGENE “GENE” REPKA, 83, of East Bernard. He passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2007, in Richmond. Funeral services for Gene were held Saturday, January 6 at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Catholic Church with Reverend Don Ruppert celebrating the funeral mass and rite of committal. Entombment was in the Holy Cross Mausoleum. Serving as pallbearers were Frank Fry, Dennis Kulhanek, Craig Sears, Jason Fry, Matthew Kulhanek, and Ronnie Horelica. Honorary pallbearer was Jerry Repka. Born in Wallis, Mr. Repka was the son of William and Frances Zabranek Repka. He was reared in Wallis and attended Wallis schools. On April 11, 1944, he was joined in marriage to the former Miss Mildred Mikus with a ceremony held at Holy Cross Catholic Church in East Bernard. He served his country in the United States Air Force during World War II. He worked as a troubleshooter for H L & P. Mr. Repka was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and American Legion. He was the past fire chief of the East Bernard Volunteer Fire Department, and a member of SPJST Lodge 28, East Bernard for 49 years. He is survived by his wife, Mildred Repka of East Bernard; daughters and sons-in-law Rose Repka of Needville, Beverly and Frank Fry of Sugarland, Eugenia and Dennis Kulhanek of Wallis, and Donna and Craig Sears of Sugarland; son and daughter-in-law Eugene and Mary Repka of East Bernard; grandchildren Jason Fry, Stephanie Fry, Matthew Kulhanek, Lauren “La La” Kulhanek, Courtney Repka, Lennie Repka, and Caitlin Sears; greatgranddaughter Isabel Fry; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Frances Repka; brothers Bill, Lee, Bennie, Edwin and Edward Repka; and sister Lassie Repka. Memorial contributions may be made to the America Heart Association, P.O. Box 20448,

Houston, Texas 77225; or Holy Cross Catholic Church, P.O. Box 1325, East Bernard, Texas 77435. Services were under the direction of Knesek Family Funeral Chapel in Wallis. May he rest in peace. Resolution Committee Helen Kelner, Secretary —SPJST—

In Memory of Glen W. Trayler Glen W. Trayler left this world to be with his Lord on Tuesday, January 16, 2007. He passed away after a long illness. Glen was born in Bartlett, Texas, on April 2, 1921, to Ollie and Martin Trayler. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. He served in the United States Air Force in the South Pacific during World War II with the 344th Bomber Squadron. He worked for the Corpus Christi Fire Department for 26 years before retirement. He also worked for Group One Realty for many years. Glen was a member of SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville and the Oso Naval Lodge No. 282 AF & AM. He was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Marion (Hejl) Trayler; sons Darrell Glen Trayler and Dale Lynn Trayler, both of Corpus Christi, Texas; grandson Travis Glen Trayler of Irving, Texas; granddaughter Amber Trayler of San Antonio, Texas; greatgrandson Aden Lopez of San Antonio, Texas; special friends Rebecca and Isaac Clubb of Corpus Christi, Texas; along with several nieces and nephews. Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, January 18 at Cage-Mills Funeral Directors. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Friday, January 19 at Cage-Mills Funeral Directors with Pastor Mark Behrendt as officiant. Interment was in Taylor City Cemetery in Taylor, Texas, on Saturday, January 20 at 2 p.m.

Fire Department Bell Service In the past, as firefighters began their tour of duty, it was a bell that signaled the beginning of each shift. Throughout the days and nights, each alarm was sounded by a bell. When the fire was out, and the emergency

had come to an end, it was a bell that signaled to all firefighters, as their tasks were complete, their duties were done, it was time to return home. Glen heard the fire bell ring today, Its tone unlike before. Divine and pure it rang for him, From Heaven’s open doors. No boots, no gloves, no coat, no hat, Were needed for this bell. Just faith in God, love of Christ, And assurance all is well. There were no flashing lights today, Upon an engine red. The beaming glow of Heaven’s light, Graced his path instead. The ladder was not wood or steel, Which he would climb today. But one with rungs of love and peace, Where angels showed the way. Glen heard the bell; it rang for him. It beckoned him away, To protect his family while they sleep, And his great-grandson while he plays. And so . . . Glen W. Trayler, a 26-year veteran of the Corpus Christi Fire Department, his tasks complete, his duties well done, for our brother, his last alarm, he has gone home. —SPJST—

Reunions Reunion notices are published at no charge and as a benefit to our SPJST members. First-run announcements may be edited to fit the space. Thereafter, and until the week of the reunion date as space permits, notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Please include SPJST lodge name/number and contact phone number. Thank you!

Janik reunion Janik family—at the American Legion Hall in East Bernard, Texas. Call and let us know your name, address, and the number of adults and children attending: Edwin and Irene Janik (979) 335-4233; Doris Janik Crawford (713) 495-2246; Simon and Joyce Bartos (281) 2325545; or Aurelia Janik Cerny (281) 494-5448. Submitted by, Simon Bartos, Lodge 28, East Bernard —SPJST—

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Youth Letters Section District Two Skating Party: February 11 Dear Members, It is time once again to see many of our friends from around the district. Our last gathering was at the lock-in which seems like such a long time ago. I am looking forward to seeing all of you at our annual District Two Skating Party on Sunday, February 11, 2007, at Skate Haven in

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The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to: SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: (254) 774-7447 Email: melaniez@vvm.com Questions? Call (800) 727-7578 Temple. The time is from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. Each year, this activity seems to get bigger and better. Hopefully, we will have the biggest turn-out ever. Please bring a friend who is not an SPJST member and maybe he or she will meet so many neat people and have so much fun that he/she will want to join your youth club. Think of the points you can get at this one activity if you talk them into joining. If you are not a skater, come anyway. All youth will be in a drawing for many door prizes. Who knows—you may win a chocolate heart or a teddy bear for your sweetheart! There will be all sorts of prizes. This is one

social where everyone is a winner. I hope to see you all at Skate Haven on Sunday, February 11! Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—

Lodge 6 Cottonwood Youth Club to donate baby items Dear Readers, We held our monthly meeting on Sunday, January 7, 2007. There were 12 members present. Everyone had a good Christmas and a happy New Year. We discussed doing a project. We

decided to donate baby items to the Pregnancy Crisis Center. Next Meeting—February 4 Our next meeting will be Sunday, February 4 at 1:30 p.m. Everyone needs to remember to buy and bring the baby items. Fraternally, Traci Dobecka —SPJST—

Lodge 17 New Tabor youth: counting days to graduation I hope your year is off to a good start. I’m counting the days down to my graduation from high school. I have been accepted to Texas A&M at Kingsville where I plan to major in Wildlife Management, which is not a surprise to anyone who knows me. Our senior class is preparing for Project Graduation. This past weekend, we held a Senior Spectacular night. It was comparable to a dinner theatre.

District Two Lock-In Saturday-Sunday, November 12-13, 2006 • Wilson Recreation Center in Temple

LEFT PHOTO: Drew Latimer of Lodge 47, Seaton makes a basket! CENTER PHOTO: The night was filled with all kinds of games. RIGHT

PHOTO: Brandon Hoelscher, Brooke Hoelscher, and Brady Alexander, all of Lodge 47, Seaton, enjoy a game of Connect Four.

LEFT PHOTO: 3:45 a.m. and still awake! CENTER PHOTO: The Bunny Hop! RIGHT PHOTO: Meeting new friends! Pictured are

Jared Godwin of Lodge 24, Cyclone, Alexis Festa of Lodge 80, Holland, and Brandon Hoelscher of Lodge 47, Seaton.

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District Two Queen: Snow Day a Blast Dear Vestnik Readers, This is a snowwoman that my best friend Jessica and I made January 17, 2007, on a snowy day off from school. Her nose is half a carrot (I accidentally put it on backwards!). Her scarf is a gold string; her mouth is a pretty pebble from the driveway; and her coat buttons and dark eyes are bits of coal from the woodstove. It wasn’t too hard to find enough snow for her, though our “snow” may have actually been loose sleet. Either way, it was a blast! We spent all morning throwing snowballs at each other, knocking enormous, luminous icicles from the roof, and just generally having a crazy, good time! My friend Kyle Skrabanek decorated a table and waited on his guests while I was a member of the welcome committee. Some of the groups that participated were the Aggie Wranglers and our local Honeybee dance groups. We all had a good time. Respectfully, Marcus Blum —SPJST—

Lodge 17 New Tabor youth: just try harder Our Vestnik project this month was about New Year’s resolutions. Have you made yours? I wasn’t going to, but my mom reminded me of things I might want to improve on. Once I started thinking about it, she was right. I’ve messed up a couple of times already, but I look at it as a learning thing. If you mess up, it’s okay, don’t quit. Just try harder. Nathan Blum —SPJST—

Jessica figured out almost by accident that if you gently bend a frozen leaf near the stem, a perfect ice-leaf sculpture will come off. They were so pretty, and it even worked with a frozen waterbaby doll her niece left out by the pool! We hiked for awhile through the woods on our land, and I took pictures to send to my cousins in Ohio. Afterwards, we went inside my house to warm up. I made hot chocolate for everybody, and we roasted marshmallows in the fire to our heart’s content. It was a great snowday! Fraternally yours, Amber Penn District Two Queen —SPJST—

Lodge 17 New Tabor youth participate in memorial service Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club participated in the annual memorial service held at our lodge in December. My two brothers, Marcus and Nathan, and myself had the honor of lighting a candle for Mr. Cecil Harlin. Mr. Cecil was very special to us, and it was nice to see his lovely wife Viola at the service. There were many families there remembering their loved ones, too. I’m glad our lodge continues to remember our past members in this special way. Meghan Blum —SPJST—

Lodge 30, Taiton youth expresses thanks Dear Vestnik Readers, I would like to thank District Six State Field Representative Karen Kaspar for donating to my Cub Scout Pack’s annual fund-raiser. Each scout baked and decorated a cake with the help of our parents and entered the cakes in a contest before our auction. I was lucky enough to win first place. Mrs. Kaspar sent a donation with my mom since she could not come that night. With her help, we will be able to purchase our advancement awards and do other fun things. Thanks again, Mrs. Kaspar, we really appreciate your generosity and support. Dylan Treumer —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club plans chili supper Dear Members, Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club invites everyone to a chili supper on Friday, February 16, 2007, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Seaton Star Hall. Supper will include cornbread or crackers with toppings and iced tea.

Free will donations will be accepted. A cake walk, silent auction, and other activities will be held. All proceeds will go to the youth club. Please come out and support our future! Fraternally, Tammy Pechal Youth Leader —SPJST—

Lodge 48 Beyersville Youth Club plans activities Lodge 48, Beyersville Youth Club met on Sunday, January 14, 2007, at the hall at 4 p.m. We worked on our Vestnik projects while we waited for everyone to arrive. The weather was so very cold, but Ms. Donna had the hall nice and warm when we got there. The adult lodge also had someone there to provide supper for us. We had hot dogs, Frito pie, or chili. Ms. Linda and Ms. Donna brought a cake and pie for dessert. We have had a great year so far. In December, we went bowling and had a party at the hall. Santa came to visit and gave each of us several gifts. We helped the adult lodge decorate the tree and get the fruit bags ready for the party. Coming up in February, we will go skating with the rest of our district in

Lodge 54, West Youth Club to Meet February 11

Lodge 54, West Youth Club met on Sunday, January 21. Pictured in front are Brianna Hutyra and Tyler Kaluza. In back, left to right, are Lodge 54 President Wilburn Willis, Vice President Freddie Kaluza, Sales Agent Janice Kaluza, Youth Leader Lisa Darnell, Assistant Youth Leader Jana Vaculik, and District Three Youth Counselor Bessie Petr. The next youth club meeting is Sunday, February 11 at 1 p.m. at Lone Star Hall in West.

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Temple. For the last couple of years, our youth club has been very fortunate to win several of the door prizes. Even the parents have fun skating, and it is fun to see the dads out there on skates. I hope my daddy doesn’t embarrass me when he falls down. My brother Trent will probably want me to hold his hand, but I want to skate with Amy and Kayla H. I hope none of the boys try to skate with me on couples skate. Last year, my daddy skated between us. I am so excited because Ms. Donna and Ms. Ellen have a lot of great plans for us. In March, we are going to get to help at the Taylor Food Pantry again. This will be on March 16 and 17. Last time we enjoyed helping. It is nice to know that when there are people who are hungry in our town, they have a place to go to get some food. We can see how much need there is for more food and more help. This will be our Join Hands Day project again this May. Please help us help those in need. We will get back to you when we know where we will be stationed on May 5 to take donations for the

Attention, Youth Club Members! Enter the SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest.

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Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Youth Receives Tiger Heart Award Dear Members On January 20, 2007, Belton High School had its Fall Sports Banquet. Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Youth Club President Bobby Hagen won the Belton “Tiger Heart” award for the 2006 football season. This award is voted on by all players of the team and presented to

Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Youth Club President Bobby Hagen is pictured with Belton Head Coach and Athletic Director Jay Warrick. Congratulations to Bobby who received the “Tiger Heart” award at the Belton High School Fall Sports Banquet on January 20.

Lodge 107 Floresville Youth Club plans Join Hands Day project Dear Vestnik Readers, I hope everyone had a Happy New Year! Lodge 107, Floresville Youth Club held its monthly meeting on Sunday, January 14, 2007. President Lian called the meeting to order at 2:30 p.m., and Travis led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. There were eight youth members, two guests, four adults, and three visitors present. Minutes from December’s meeting were read and approved as is. New Business Join Hands Day will be on May 5. Planting flowers at the nursing home near the old hospital was suggested, but we need to check with them. Wendy gave the youth leader’s report. The Christmas Open House was attended by Bob, Polly, Roxy, Wendy, and Lian. LIT camp will be June 1 to 3 in Bandera.

the player who demonstrated the most team spirit and support throughout the season. Congratulations, Bobby, for a job well done! Submitted by his proud parents, Bob and Terri Hagen —SPJST—

Happy belated birthday to Josh Bayer and Lian Pruski! We hope you each had a great birthday. The meeting adjourned at 2:50 p.m. I hope everyone stays warm and safe! Fraternally, Ryan Henke, age 6 —SPJST—

Lodge 186 Caldwell Youth Club: new meeting time The meeting time of Lodge 186, Caldwell Youth Club has been moved to 12 noon on Sunday, February 4, 2007. Lunch will be served, and we will make valentine items for our service project to the nursing home. Make sure to join us at this time. Sincerely, Shelby-Lynn Rose, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Youth Club Swim Party Sunday, January 21, 2007 • La Quinta Inn in Belton, Texas

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See Youth Club Handbook Deadline is January 31. Enter today!

Members of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Youth Club got together on January 21 for some fun and relaxation after the cold weather. We met at the La Quinta pool in Belton

for an afternoon of swimming. Pizza and refreshments were served. —Submitted by Bobby Hagen, President

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Youth Club members take a pizza break from the afternoon swim. Pictured are, left to right, Nikki Kyler, Bobby

Hagen, JoLynn Sinner, and Taylor Sinner. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 246 youth Erin Mathis enjoys the warm water.

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Podpora

BENEVOLENCE

Lidskost HUMANITY

Česká

Bratrstvi BROTHERHOOD

Část

Slovanska Podporujici Jednota Statu Texas

ROCNIK 95 CISLO 5

Učme se česky Let Us Study Czech Lekce třeti Lesson 3 Set aside a regular time each week for the study of these lessons. Read the following exercises and words out loud. Get your friends or parents to help you with pronounciation. Do them together. Clip and save each lesson, and complile them into notebook form, if you desire. Jak se máte? — How are you? Dobré ráno! — Good morning! Na shledanou! — Good-bye! (Till we meet again.)

* * * * * Slovníček—Vocabulary matka—mother hlava—head dáma—lady lampa—lamp park—park pán—gentleman bratr—brother čas—time doktor—(or lékař) doctor okno—window škola—school kočka—cat ano—yes co?—what? ten, ta, to—that

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Uředni orgán SPJST # Založené rok 1897

Mluvnice—Grammar 1. Conjugation of the verb míti to have: Singular 1st person mám — I have 2nd person máš — you have 3rd person má — he/she/it has Plural máme — we have máte — you have mají — they have

2. The Noun in Czech All Czech nouns are classified as being either masculine, feminine, or neuter. If they end in a hard or neutral consonant, they are classed as masculine; if they end in “a”, they are feminine; and if they end in “o”, they are neuter. Therefore, the noun “park” is masculine; “lampa” is feminine; and “okno” is neuter.

3. The Demonstrative Adjectives The demonstrative adjective “that” is translated in Czech by ten, ta, to. Ten is always used with masculine nouns; ta with feminine nouns; and to with neuter nouns.

* * * * * Homework 1. Copy the expressions and vocabulary into a notebook and

memorize them. 2. Memorize the conjugation of míti - “to have.” 3. Classify the nouns that are given in the vocabulary as to their gender. 4. Place the correct demonstrative adjective ten, ta, to before each noun in the vocabulary. Example: ten park, ta lampa, and to okno.

* * * * * Read the following verse, and see if you can translate it:

Babička Alenka a Jiřík si hráli s míčem. Kolem šla stará babička. Náhle upadla. Jiřík podal Alence míč. Skočil a pomáhal babičce na nohy. Alenka čekala na Jiříka. Ptala se: “Kdo to byl? Tvá babička?” “Ne!” “Tak teta?” “Také ne!” “Nebo známá babička?” “Vůbec ne. Byla to cizí babička.” —SPJST—

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William J. Matush Temple College Scholarship established A $100,000 endowed scholarship has been established in the name of William J. Matush in honor of his parents, Frank and Janie Matush, to provide scholarships for Temple College students. One hundred thousand dollars will be placed in a permanent endowment fund to which other gifts maybe added. The interest earned from the permanent funds will be used to award four full scholarships and will be available for tuition and fees only. Scholarships can be awarded for summer school. Any scholarship funds that are not awarded will be rolled back into the corpus of the endowment. Criteria for the scholarship are as follows: • Students of Czech heritage (descendants of Czech families, partial Czech heritage acceptable). • Students must be enrolled in an Associates degree program. • A minimum of 12 hours must be taken per semester. • Students must meet the minimum GPA required for graduation. • Scholarships can be used for athletics and music students. • Scholarship recipients who meet all of the above criteria will automatically be awarded repeat scholarships in order to graduate in the two-year graduation time frame. Additional information: • The application for the scholarship will follow the same procedure as established for other scholarships awarded through the financial aid office, with attention to the additional criteria. • The faculty and staff may recommend potential scholarship candidates to the financial aid office with selec-

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tion being made by the financial aid office staff. • A student may receive this scholarship for four regular semesters and two summer semesters. • Any investment funds beyond what is needed for the four scholarships will be rolled back into the corpus of the endowment. • If earnings are insufficient to award four full scholarships, the awarded amount will be reduced to award as many full scholarships as possible. The remaining earnings will be held

VĚSTNÍK in a temporary fund to move towards the goal of four full scholarships the following year. • Students may be recommended by SPJST. • If all of the above criteria are met, selection will be based on the greatest financial need. Temple College Foundation is located at 19 North Main Street, Temple, Texas 76501. For information, contact Temple College (254) 298-8592; or (800) 460-4636. —SPJST—

Czec h Cultural Calendar Each Tuesday Evening Czech Language Class (extemporaneous)—at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home, No. 1, Taylor, 500 East Lake Drive in Taylor, 6:30 to approximately 8:30 p.m. Informal gathering for the purpose of listening to Czech, and reading and speaking Czech. Beginning January 31 Czech Film Series hosted by Harris County CHS—at the CHS Library, 4117 Willowbend, Houston. Films shown on each last Wednesday of the next five months at 7 p.m. First film on January 31 is Babicka based on the Czech novel by Bozena Nemcova - a traditional, beloved story of a Czech grandmother teaching her grandchildren about old Czech sayings, folklore, and tales. All films are subtitled in English. Light refreshments are usually served. No admission charge. For information, call CHS Reporter Lillian Pivonka (713) 861-7403. February 1 - April 29/ Thursday Nights Czech Language Class sponsored by Ellis County Chapter CHS—at the Sokol Hall, located one mile east of Ennis on State Highway 34. Classes held 7 to 9 p.m. for 12 weeks. Concentrated course will cover pronunciation, grammar, reading, Czech history and culture. Designed for beginners, but good review for advanced Czech language students. Attendees will receive hand-outs and CD-ROM. Class is free. Instructor will be Joe Janecka (817) 295-3068; or email a0010631@airmail.net. For information, contact Ellis County Chapter CHS President Victor Havel (972) 872-9790; or email OMI-OPI-

HAVEL@sbcglobal.net. February 10 Texas Czech Genealogical Society Business Meeting—at College Station Conference Center, College Station, Texas. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For details on any TCGS event or project, please contact Charlene Hurta, 1231 CR 201A, Angleton, Texas 77515; (979) 849-0348; or email fhurta@brazosport.edu. February 15 Deadline for Czech Heritage Society of Texas Essay Contest— offered to intermediate (grades seven to nine) and high school (grades 10 to 12) students in each of the chapter areas in Texas. Topics are and “Early Czech Traditions or Folklore” for grades seven to nine; “Czechs in America, Some Became Famous for their Contributions” for grades 10 to 12. All essays due to local chapters by February 15. Entries judged at the local chapter level; winning essays from each chapter forwarded to the state level. Cash prizes awarded. For contest details, entry forms available from local chapters. For Travis-Williamson Counties, please contact Phyllis Teykl (512) 453-4453. February 28 Scholarship Application Deadline for the Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship. Send your application to The Czech Heritage Society of Texas, Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship, 4117 Willowbend, Houston, Texas 77025. For information, contact CHS Trustee Patricia Parma, 3311 Carolina Way, Richmond, Texas 77469; or via phone (281) 342-4898. —SPJST—

Czech Nonet at the Cultural Activities Center The Central Texas Orchestral Society Concert Season concludes with the Czech Nonet at the Azalee Marshall Cultural Activities Center on Friday, February 2, 2007, at 7 p.m. The performance activities begin at 6 p.m. The Czech Nonet is one of the longest continuously performing chamber ensembles in the world. The founding members of the ensemble first came together in late 1923 at the Prague Conservatory, and by 1924, they had solidified the instrumentation and established their name, the Czech Nonet. Since then, Czech

Nonet has survived the rigors and travails of World War II, the communist occupation of the former Czechoslovakia, the Cold War and crushing aftermath of “Prague Spring,” and the transition back to the democratic Czech Republic in 1989. Such survivability is nearly an unparalleled achievement in the history of chamber music. For more than 80 years, the Czech Nonet has been a featured guest of leading international festivals and venues. And, in April 2002, the ensemble made its first return tour of the United States after an absence of more than 25 years. Throughout its history, the Czech Nonet has been an ardent champion of the music of the time. More than 300 works have been written for the Nonet, including those

The ABCs of Czech

Czech by Numbers Lesson “Two” Welcome

to Radio Prague's own Czech language series — Czech by Numbers which explores Czech numbers, numerals, and their derivations in different contexts, as well as idioms and collocations. Today’s being the second lesson, we’ll be looking at number two - dva. That’s if we’re talking about two men, for example. The word changes its form in the feminine and neuter genders: Two women or two cars would be dvě ženy and - dvě auta. The number two in the Czech language is declined according to its own rules - it is a relic of the old Slavic dual number which has different forms than the plural. Similar grammatical rules are applied to the names of some pairs of organs or parts of the body. But that is all too specific for our little course. The actual figure two is called dvojka. It can mean anything from the second best mark in school, to a number-two tram, to the second gear in a car, to a lateral incisor. The word dvojka can also be used

as a short form of Prague 2 - a district in which the Czech Radio building is located. A double, as in a look-alike, is dvojník. Not to be confused with dvojče - a twin. The plural, twins, is dvojčata. On the other hand, the word dvojice means a pair, a couple. T h e adjective double is dvojitý, as in a double whisky please - dvojitou whisky, prosím. So this is for our lesson number two. We have handled it jednadvě, literally one-two, meaning quickly and with ease - in a tick. Thanks for being with us and till next week - na shledanou and byebye. —Pavla Horakova Radio Prague Source: Czech Radio 7, Radio Prague. (04/08/2006); http://www.radio.cz/en/article/77663; www.radio.cz © 1996 - 2007 Radio Prague, Czech Radio 7. Radio Prague - Czech Radio 7; Vinohradska 12; 120 99 - Prague; Tel / Fax: +420 2 2155 2971.

—SPJST—

VĚSTNÍK by eminent composers such as Prokofiev, Lutoslawski and Martinů. The Nonet’s tradition of commissioning new music continues to this day with the recent addition to its repertoire of Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Robert Ward’s Raleigh Divertimento for nonet. This work, commissioned for the ensemble’s 80th Anniversary, marks the Czech Nonet’s first direct commission of an American composer. The ensemble’s instrumentation is based on Spohr’s Grand Nonetto, Op. 31 (composed 1813): violin, viola, cello, contrabass, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and horn. The single-voicing of such a wide range of instruments offers a truly broad harmonic and acoustical texture which has, undoubtedly, contributed to Czech Nonet’s historical appeal across a broad spectrum of concert-goers. The ensemble’s rich expanse of literature, its remarkably orchestral sound, and the elegance, precision and musicianship of a world-class ensemble have established the Czech Nonet among the elite of the most distinctive concert artists touring today. The Central Texas Orchestral Society of the Azalee Marshall Cultural Activities Center is recogniz-

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ing the long history and the amazing accomplishments over the years of CTOS. The CTOS Board of Directors is honoring its founders and past-presidents for their contributions at the final CTOS concert of this season. These honorees will be recognized at a reception in Strasburger Hall at the CAC at 6 p.m., prior to the concert. The orchestra program of the Temple Independent School District will be highlighted with the perform-

ance of a select ensemble from the Travis Middle School Orchestra, under the direction of Wilma Schiller. The students will play during the reception and at intermission. Support for this performance was provided, in part, by SPJST. Tickets are $25 for adults and $8 for students and may be purchased online at www.cacARTS.org or in person at the Azalee Marshall CAC. Tickets are also available at Holze Music and Von Music in Temple. A discount on adult tickets for military personnel is available. —SPJST—

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Mardi Gras! Saturday February 10, 2007 Flag Hall • Cyclone, Texas Doors open at 5 p.m. Associated with the

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Central Texas Orchestral Society, with support from SPJST, presents Czech Nonet, a Bohemian musicality and aristocratic elegance, on Friday, February 2 at the Azalee Marshall Cultural Activities Center in Temple.

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Bobby Jones Czech Band Jodie Mikula Orchestra Music and Dancing 1 to 7 p.m. in Roundup Hall Fayette County Fairgrounds in La Grange Highway 77 North Split-the-Pot • Door Prizes Hamburgers available. Silent auction 1 to 6 p.m. Limited live auction 3:30 to 4 p.m. Admission donation $10 per person Live auction items accepted til March 31 Silent auction items acceoted that day. Bar will be open. For information, call: Glen Chervenka (979) 255-5006 Herb Schneider (281) 807-3244 Mark Hermes (361) 772-4619

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Grand Prize—50” HD Television Second Prize— $1,500 Shopping Spree Third Prize—Bay Fishing Expedition for Four Fourth Prize—Weber Genesis Silver A 6311398 Grill Fifth Prize—Garrett Ace 250 High Performance Metal Detector Only 200 tickets will be sold. Wilbert (254) 985-2484 Daniel (254) 985-2258

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Fraternal Activities and Entertainment 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 directly to: VESTNIK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX listings to: (254) 774-7447. Email listings to: melaniez@vvm.com. Advertising rates are $3 per column inch for lodge ads and $10 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at (800) 727-7578 or email melaniez@vvm.com. LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Monday of February, April, June, August, and October at 7 p.m. followed by a potluck meal. The Christmas party is on the first Sunday of December. The youth club meets on the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA Lodge meetings are held the first Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. at the PointBank Community Center, 739 E. Liberty Street, Pilot Point, Texas 76258. The Community Center is on the same parking lot as PointBank. For directions or information about meetings, Ms. Angie Heitzman (940) 437-5561; or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, February 2—Social/games, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, February 3—SPJST Tarok Tournament Sunday, February 4—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Friday, February 9—Social/Valentine party, 6:30 p.m. Friday, February 16—Cotton Water Annual Meeting, 5:30 p.m. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For information regarding scheduling events at Lodge 6, call George Straten (254) 826-5863. LODGE 8, WEIMAR Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Hall in Weimar. 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 Lodge 13, Dime Box adult meetings are the second Sunday of the month at 5 p.m. Youth club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 5 p.m. Refreshments served after meeting. Club dances are the second Sunday of each month. For hall rental information, call (254) 5932222. 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, February 11—Valentine Dance: Vanek Brothers, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person Sunday, February 18—Harry Czarnek and the Texas Dutchmen, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person Lodge hall is located at 702 Highway 95 North, Elgin. Adult lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m.; youth club meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. unless otherwise stated. For all Lodge 18, Elgin hall rentals, please call Irene Helgren (512) 2814534. For band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility.

LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. LODGE 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 23, MORAVIA Lodge meetings are the Tuesday after the second Sunday of March, June, and September at 7:30 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at 2 p.m. LODGE 24, CYCLONE Saturday, February 10—Mardi Gras Festival Fund-Raiser. See Lodge Letters Section for write-up; and advertisement on page . Adult lodge meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m.; dinner/social begins at 6:30 p.m. Youth club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Flag Hall is located 10 miles east of Temple, off Highway 53. For more information regarding hall bookings/rentals, please call 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, call the hall (972) 8758381 and leave a message. LODGE 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December. LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD The remaining regular lodge meetings in 2006 will be held at 1 p.m. with the exception of those meetings that are special—times will be announced on those. Meetings are held at the Wharton County Library, 746 Clubside Drive in East Bernard. LODGE 29, TAYLOR Friday, February 2—Fritz Hodde Friday, February 9—Texas Pioneers Wednesday, February 14—Bobby Jay Five Band Friday, February 16—The Lawmen Friday, February 23—Edward Kopecky Wednesday, February 28—Bobby Jay Five Band Monthly meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Music on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays begins at 7:30 p.m. Free admission. On Fridays, delicious old-fashioned hamburgers are served. For rental information, call the lodge hall (512) 352-9139. The hall is located at 5025 FM 619. LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. LODGE 32, VICTORIA Lodge meetings are held at on the second Thursday of each month in its building at 3502 North Laurent in Victoria at 7:30 p.m. For more information, contact Franklin or Lois Elles (361) 575-6712. The youth club meets the third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. For youth club information, call Youth Leader Henrietta Yates (361) 578-5543.

LODGE 35, ELK Saturday, February 3—Flat Rock Junction Saturday, February 17—Cherokee Rose Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise noted. To hall: From Interstate 35 in Waco, take the Highway 84 East exit. Stay on Highway 84 East through Bellmead and go approximately 8 miles. On the right side of Highway 84 will be a sign saying “Elk”. Take the Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road and go approximately one mile and the road will dead end. Take a right at the dead end and go approximately 1/2 mile. Lodge 35 is on the left side of the road. The hall is open for rent every day of the week. For rental information, call (254) 875-2156. LODGE 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. LODGE 39, BRYAN Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month starting at 1 p.m. Lunch is served at 12:30 p.m. followed by the adult and youth club meetings at 1 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items are provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend. Also, visitors are always welcome. For information, call President Wade O’Shields (979) 778-1450. For information on lodge activities, call FAC Dianna Everett (979) 693-5287. Any questions or assistance with insurance certificates, call Secretary Lillie Matejka O’Shields (979) 778-1450. For youth club information, call Youth Leader Binnie Roesler (979) 272-1216. LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Friday-Saturday/February 2-3—Private Rental Friday-Saturday/February 9-10—Private Rental Sunday, February 11—Potluck Meal, 2 p.m. members bring meat dishes or casserole; lodge furnishes desserts. Thursday, February 22—Bingo Operator Training Program, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 11—Awards Banquet/Catered Meal, 12 p.m. Members bring desserts. Friday, Saturday/March 23-24—Private rental Friday, Saturday/March 23-24—Private rental Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. Youth club meets the same day at 1:15 p.m. at the lodge hall, located just off US 59 South in Hillje. Members and guests are welcome. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. Every week - $650 jackpot! Every second Monday is $100 game night. License #17600539641. For hall bookings, please call Rental Chairman Tria Svatek (979) 543-3044; or (979) 648-2317/lodge hall. LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA Lodge meetings are held quarterly on the fourth Monday of January, April, July, and October at the Six Mile Presbyterian Church on Royal Road, 7 p.m. LODGE 47, SEATON Saturday, February 3—Open Saturday, February 10—Open Saturday, February 17—Keith’s Kountry Saturday, February 24—Open Saturday, March 3—Open Saturday, March 10—Private Sunday, March 11—Battle Dance: Majek’s of Corpus Christi and Vrazels’ Polka Band, 2 to 7 p.m., $8 per person

LODGE 51, ELLINGER Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at the Ellinger Fire Department. 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, 2:30 p.m. Youth club meetings at 2 p.m. LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 3 p.m. LODGE 73, SEYMOUR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 12 p.m. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March and June; and on the second Sunday of September, and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month, unless otherwise notified. Meal served at 1 p.m. and the meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Hall location: 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Hall phone (361) 854-8423. LODGE 80, HOLLAND Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Youth club meetings are the first Saturday of the month at 3 p.m. Board of directors meetings are the first Saturday of the month at 3:30 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP1-74615-1395-8; AL-00061-98870. For hall rentals, call Linda Hill (254) 657-9595; or the lodge hall (254) 657-2485. LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. Luncheon served at noon, and the meeting follows. LODGE 84, DALLAS Fellowship Day is held the third Tuesday of each month, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the lodge hall. Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the hall - 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. For band bookings, call Cherri Petr (214) 3524397; or Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514. For rentals, call Bessie Petr (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 (254) 778-4371/shop; or (254) 773-6164 /home.

LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. Lodge 48, Beyersville holds ladies Bunco night on the second Tuesday of each month. A light meal is served at 6:30 p.m. followed by Bunco games then wrapping up with the distribution of prizes, and eating desserts. Hall is located at 10450 FM 619 - four miles southeast of Taylor. For hall rentals, please call Bonnie Wolf (512) 365-3733.

LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, February 3—Aubrey Tucker, big band. *Dress Code. $11 p/p Saturday, February 10—Bobby Layne, big band. *Dress Code. $12 per person Sunday, February 11—Lodge 88, Houston Anniversary: Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, polka/variety, 2 to 6 p.m. $7 p/p Saturday, February 17—Knights of Dixie, big band. *Dress Code. $11 p/p Saturday, February 24—No dance Saturday, March 3—Ed Gerlach, big band. *Dress Code. $12 per person Saturday, March 10—Mark Halata and Texavia, polka/variety. $7 p/p Saturday, March 17—Red Ravens, polk/variety. $7 per person Saturday, March 24—Gary Henneke, big band. *Dress Code. $11 p/p Saturday, March 31—No dance Saturday, April 7—Dan Parsons’ Houston Society Jazz Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person

LODGE 49, ROWENA Lodge meetings are on the first Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m.

Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., unless otherwise notified.

Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple on Highway 53. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Saturday night dance time is from 7 to 11 p.m. Hall opens at 6 p.m. Hall phone (254) 985-2548. For rentals, please contact Edwin Pechal (254) 9852282; or (254) 984-2255. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility.

VĚSTNÍK All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies, and gentlemen. Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-621-2077-41001. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. LODGE 89, ROSEBUD Lodge meetings are the third Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the third Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise announced. LODGE 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are quarterly. March and June meetings will be on the second Saturday of the month at the Crosby Community Center at 11 a.m. or as otherwise specified. September and December meetings will be held at a restaurant. LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Friday, February 2—Charlie Patteson Sunday, February 4—Randy and the 92 Roadhouse Band, c/w, 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, February 9—Valentine Dance: Ron Martin Friday, February 16—Charlie Patteson Sunday, February 18—Valentine Dance: Mikula’s of Ennis, 3 to 6 p.m. P.O.L.K.ofA. will be present to honor new king and queen Joe and Marion Bason. Don’t miss this one! Friday, February 23—Charlie Nemec of West Sunday, March 4—Randy and the 92 Roadhouse Band, C/W. 3 to 6 p.m. Lodge 92 membership meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. The youth club meets on the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Family Night— first and third Tuesdays. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Country/western dancing on the first Sunday and polka/waltz dancing as announced. Big band sound ballroom dancing on Friday nights 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Dress code required for ballroom dances. Listen to KNON 89.3 FM on Sunday at 2 p.m. for up-todate announcements. Tune in to KAAM 770 AM for some easy listening music. To reserve for large parties celebrating weddings, anniversaries, or other special events, call early (817) 624-1361/ Joyce. SPJST Lodge 92/National Hall is located at 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76114. Visit www.nationalhallspjst92.org. LODGE 93, HOBSON Lodge meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at Polak’s between Karnes City and Kenedy. Contact E.R. Prasek for information (830) 780-2191.

Wednesday, January 31, 2007 LODGE 139, DANBURY Please note new meeting location: Lodge meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Danbury Community Center. For information, call (979) 922-1279 or (979) 9221553. LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are on the second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., at the Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle. LODGE 142, HOUSTON 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 weddings or parties, call (713) 8626291 after 4 p.m. LODGE 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September, and December at 6 p.m. LODGE 148, EL MATON Monthly lodge meeting is the last Sunday of the month at the Blessing Volunteer Fire Department. Meeting starts at 2 p.m. LODGE 151, WHARTON The quarterly lodge meetings will be held on the second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 7 p.m., in the meeting room of Hinze’s Bar-B-Que Catering, Highway 59, Wharton, Texas. 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 Secretary Ginny Prasatik (512) 472-1721 for meeting location, date, and time. LODGE 156, BAYTOWN Lodge meetings will be held the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For more information, call (281) 422-9611; or (281) 573-1612. LODGE 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are held on the second Sunday of every other month at 1 p.m.

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

LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in April, July, October, and January at 2 p.m.

LODGE 97, PLACEDO Adult lodge meetings are held in March, June, September, and December. Youth club meetings are the first Sunday of every month at Casa Ole in Victoria Mall at 3 p.m., excluding months where they are quarterly adult lodge meetings. To verify the meeting, call Youth Leader Donna Vanek (361) 573-6771.

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

LODGE 106, LA GRANGE Lodge meetings are the first Tuesday of each month at the Subway Sandwich Shop at 109 South Jefferson Street (south of the red light at the 71 and 77 cross road) in La Grange, 7:30 p.m. LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 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, 7:30 p.m. in the Youth Room of Lodge 84, 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio. LODGE 135, ENNIS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.

LODGE 169, BRENHAM Lodge meetings are held the fourth Thursday in February, April, June, August, and October at 7 p.m. The first Sunday of December will be the Christmas dinner and officer elections. The meetings will be held at Bilski’s Camphouse, 2577 Old Chappell Hill Road, Brenham, Texas. For information, contact President Annette Bilski (979) 830-3930; Vice President/FAC Stephen Bliznak (979) 836-9875; Secretary/Treasurer Glenda Weyand (979) 451-3231; or Reporter Leroy Kamas (979) 836-8179.

LODGE 177, ACADEMY Lodge meetings will start at 7 p.m., and trustees’ meetings will start at 6:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Youth club meeting dates are held the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 174-18-083907. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open. LODGE 179, WARRENTON Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club Building in Carmine, 201 Centennial Street. LODGE 180, BURLESON Lodge hall is located on I-35W, 1.5 miles south of Renfro Street in Burleson. Lodge meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. For hall rentals, call (972) 435-2286; (817) 5582400; or (817) 295-3483. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are held the third Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at Treat’s Garage in Chilton. LODGE 183, ARLINGTON Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. For information regarding hall rentals—weddings, anniversaries, birthdays—call (817) 465-8538; or (972) 2639031. LODGE 184, MOULTON Lodge monthly meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of February, April, June, August, October, and December. LODGE 186, CALDWELL Youth club meetings are on the first Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the lodge hall unless otherwise announced. 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 187, ROUND ROCK Lodge meeting and program are the second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. followed by a covered dish meal. Board meeting, 2 p.m.; entertainment, 2:30 p.m. Domino players meet the second Tuesday of each month 1 to 4 p.m. For information regarding building rentals, call (512) 2551554 or (512) 771-4948. LODGE 189 BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Lodge meetings will be held on the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. Unless otherwise notified, lodge meetings are held in Charles Munday’s office, 2403 Cavitt, Bryan, Texas (behind the Bryan Kroger’s). LODGE 191, LUFKIN Business meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., at the lodge hall located at 197 Hughes Road. Regular dances are on the third Saturday night of each month from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. For lodge rentals, call Helen Boyd (936) 632-2849. For dance reservations, call Marilynn Page (936) 632-1124.

LODGE 172, PASADENA Saturday, February 3—Forever Country Saturday, March 3—Country Now and Then

LODGE 195, CLEBURNE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 7 p.m.

Lodge hall is located at 3609 Preston. Executive board and trustees meet on the first Monday of each month at 12 noon. Regular lodge meeting is held on the fourth Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Dances are held on the first Saturday of the month. Dance hours: 8 p.m. to 12 midnight. Admission is $6 per person. The hall is available for rentals the rest of the month. For information regarding hall rentals for birthdays, retirement parties, Christmas parties, wedding receptions, etc, call Vicki (281) 5421774. For dance reservations, call Karen (713) 946-4576. Lodge phone: (281) 487-3297. Lodge 172 is a non-smoking facility.

LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month and begin with a potluck meal served at 2 p.m. Lodge provides the meat. Youth club meetings are held at 1 p.m. on the second Sunday. Activities are planned for ages kindergarten through high school senior. Hall address: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress, Texas, 77429 — off Highway 290 West at Skinner. The hall is available to rent for meetings, weddings, retirements, reunions, birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, or any other event. Call Alma Schulz (281) 3511045 or (281) 373-9482 for information, rentals, or reservations.

LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. LODGE 201 BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. For hall rentals, contact James Balke (979) 830-0796; or (979) 830-0118. LODGE 202, JOURDANTON Lodge 202, Jourdanton meetings are the first Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m., at the Jourdanton Community Center except the meal/meetings in March, June, September, December which will be at 1 p.m. The youth club meets the same day. LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of the month, 3 p.m. at the Koffee Kup Restaurant in Hico, Texas. Members are urged to attend, and anyone belonging to other lodges in driving distance are welcome. Bring a guest, and maybe we can make a member out of him/her. LODGE 206, TRI-COUNTIES Lodge meets the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Lions Club in Mexia, 201 North Paris Street, Mexia, Texas. LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS Meetings are held every third Saturday of January, March, May, July, and September at the Senior Citizens Building in Tahoka, 6 p.m. Youth club meets at the same time. LODGE 223, PALACIOS Lodge meetings are held the second Monday of each month at the Palacios Eagles Lodge at 6:30 p.m. LODGE 229, ABILENE Lodge meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at 317 North Willis, Suite 6, in Abilene. For information, contact (325) 6765510. LODGE 230, MIDLAND For lodge meeting information, contact Reporter Gladys Qualls (432) 934-7927. LODGE 239, HONDO Lodge meetings are held every third Friday of the month, 7 p.m. at the Community Center on 18th Street. For information, contact President Sean Young (830) 426-1531. LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT Sunday, February 11—Lodge/youth club meetings, 4 p.m., CiCi’s Pizza on 31st Street, Temple. Youth club will meet at 3 p.m., Temple VA Hospital. Call YL Bob Hagen (254) 780-3150 for info. Lodge and youth club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Lone Star Banquet Hall, located at 1695 Morgan’s Point Road, Belton, Texas 76513. For information, call FAC David Nauert (254) 534-0809 or Youth Leader Bob Hagen (254) 780-3150. LODGE 247, SAN MARCOS Lodge meetings are held the first Sunday of each month for October, November, and December at 3 p.m. For location directions, call your agent or Art Lopez, Sr. (512) 787-3384; or Patricia Garcia (512) 787-5449. LODGE 251, PEARSALL Lodge 251 adult and youth club meetings are the second Saturday of each month, unless otherwise posted. LODGE 258, SEGUIN Meetings are held the fourth Sunday of each month. Meetings in May and November are held the third Sunday. Meetings begin at 3 p.m. with a social followed by the meeting at 4 p.m. Dinner is served after the meeting. The youth club meetings are on the same dates and begin at 3:15 p.m. Meetings are held at the Alumni Student Center, Conference Rooms A and B, on the Texas Lutheran Campus. Meetings in May and September will be in Starke Park in Seguin. Contact President Chester Jenke, Sr. or Treasurer Colleen Jenke for more information (830) 3034316. —SPJST—

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