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Joining Hands to Touch Lives Across Texas Celebrating fraternalism by joining hands in communities across Texas. That was the goal of members in SPJST lodges and youth clubs that participated in Join Hands Day. May 5, 2007 — Join Hands Day — created wonderful connections between generations while providing opportunities to improve
neighborhoods and facilities. Through various projects, SPJST lodges and youth clubs raised their visibility and images and energized their groups. Join Hands Day is the only national day of service that specifically helps develop relationships between generations as they do good works in local communities. Youths
and adults work together, on an equal basis, as they plan, organize, and implement the day’s activities. Congratulations and thanks to the 29 lodges and youth clubs that reported their projects to the SPJST Home Office with photographs and summaries which appear on pages 9 to 22. —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas youth Melinda McClellan works on the grounds at the lodge hall on May 5—Join Hands Day. Lodge and youth members worked to beautify the grounds.
Michelle House of Lodge 202, Jourdanton gets a puppy kiss at Brush Country Animal Rescue where lodge members visited and assisted on May 5.
~ Inside ~ Lodge 179’s official chefs
LEFT PHOTO: 2006 SPJST State Fraternalist of the Year Bob Hagen of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point and Rosa Rivera cut a chain to hang baskets at Wind Crest in Copperas Cove. RIGHT
PHOTO: Jerry Hurta of Lodge 88, Houston gets accordion help from youth Keith Wockenfuss while they entertaine residents at Faith House in Houston. Looking on is Barbara Linney-Gonzales.
Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje member creates logo for hall Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje extends special thanks to Lodge 40 member Karen Holub for creating and donating a mosaic SPJST emblem for the hall. The logo is an exact replica of the SPJST emblem. The emblem was created in Karen’s workshop then taken to the hall and installed the last week of April, 2007. Many hours of work went into this project. Creating mosaics since 1999, Karen says she enjoys the pastime that has turned into a full time job. Some of her projects
include stepping stones with people’s names, mosaic crosses out of broken china, and other art work. Karen has also created a bench that has been placed in a cemetery near El Campo. Some of the most popular stepping stones that she makes are the Texas A&M and UT (University of Texas) that have repeat costumers ordering year round for church auctions. Christmas is also a busy time for Karen. If you want something unique, Karen is the one to contact! —SPJST—
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Lodge 185 teens receive Leadership Grants Page 6 Lodge 89 Youth Club activities Page 26 SPJST supports TPPM Page 29
Thanks to Lodge 40 member Karen Holub for creating and donating this mosaic logo to the Lodge 40 hall.
Family Fun Dates ...............3 Interest Rates .....................3 Sales Agent Seminars .......3 Lodge Letters .....................3 JOIN HANDS DAY .........9-22 Reunions...........................23 Youth .................................24 Kolache Recipes ..............27 Czech Culture...................28 Activities Calendar...........30
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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 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 FIELD OPERATIONS MANAGER PHILIP McBEE, FICF, CFFM (325) 784-9800 • Mobile: (325) 647-1949 email: pnm@hyperhog.net 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 - Johnny Wiseman, III, FICF (866) 703-9182 • Mobile: (817) 475-5448 email: johnwwiseman3@yahoo.com DISTRICT FOUR - Charles Lindley, CFFM (432) 349-6759 email: kacha2u@hotmail.com DISTRICT FIVE - Ricky Peralta Mobile: (832) 515-8558 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
DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR BOB J. BAYER, FIC 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114 Home: (830) 393-9073
STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR JOHN HOELSCHER Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0681 email: johnh@spjst.com
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
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
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
SPJST LIBRARY, ARCHIVES AND MUSEUM (LAM) Administrator Sandi Wicker (254) 899-2935 email: ssandiwicker@aol.com
Editor’s Note
14 Pages of Good Deeds Sincere thanks to everyone who shared Join Hands Day photos and information with the Vestnik. Pages 9 to 22 features many of our lodges and youth clubs wonderful projects that were completed for Join Hands Day 2007 on May 5. A lot of good happened on this day around the state. It is seeing projects like these that truly make me proud to be part of such an awesome organization. Thank you, members, for participating in Join Hands Day. Thank you for making a difference in your community. SPJST Sponsors TPPM CD As a big supporter of Czech heritage, SPJST is the proud sponsor of the Texas Polka Music Museum’s “Bands of Texas, Vol. 1” CD which was recently released. The CD contains 16 bands presenting 16 songs and more than 50 minutes of Texas polka music. The patriotic red, white and blue jacket features a brief history and photo of each band. As I work on this week’s Vestnik, I am enjoying “Bands of Texas, Vol. 1”. The CD contains a variety of bands and sounds. Any fan of Czech and/or polka/waltz music will enjoy and appreciate the CD. A listing of songs and bands, including ordering information, appears on page 29. Thanks, members of Texas Polka Music Museum, for your work in compiling this CD. Best wishes on Volume 2. Flag Day — June 14 Each year, the SPJST Home Office recognizes Flag Day with a special ceremony honoring Old Glory. This year, the ceremony is at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 14 at the SPJST Home Office, located at 520 North Main Street in Temple. The guest speaker will be John Sharp, who is Principal at Ryan & Company in Austin, Texas. Mr. Sharp served as Comptroller of Public Accounts for the State of
Texas from 1991 to 1998. He is a member of SPJST Lodge 97, Placedo. Watch for more Flag Day details in next week’s Vestnik. Youth Spectacular The 2006-2007 SPJST Youth Spectacular is almost complete. The 64-page, full color tabloid is packed with youth activities like summer camps, Youth Achievement Days, and more. All Vestnik subscribers will receive a copy in the mail during the month of June. SPJST Store The Vestnik will soon feature “The SPJST Store” which will be eight pages filled with SPJST merchandise available for you to order. Items will include tee-shirts, clocks, stuffed animals, and pens. It will include everything SPJST. Lots More to Come . . . As we close this Vestnik, there are several things already awaiting next week’s issue. Some of these include: • Scenes from Mother’s Day Barbecue at Lodge 24, Cyclone • SPJST Three-Gun Shoot Tournament pictures and results • SPJST State Adult Horseshoe and Youth Washer Tournament pictures and results • Scenes from Texas Fraternal Congress’ Legislative Week at the Texas State Capitol, including proclamation • SPJST member/accomplished author presents books to LAM • Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Activities • Financial Quarterly Report • District Five Spring Meeting Minutes • Scenes from Lodge 184, Moulton’s Annual Fried Chicken To-Go • Scenes from Lodge 258, Seguin Picnic —SPJST—
VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the last week of August and the last week of December by VĚSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 765030100. Subscription rates are $25 per year, beginning August 1, 2005, for nonmembers. Members’ fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by the Supreme Lodge SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society and enables us to make more informed decisions. The views expressed by writers in the Vestnik do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VESTNIK c/o Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.
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SPJST Agents’ Second Quarter 2007 Sales Seminars Dear SPJST Sales Agents, Here’s a list of all classes offered during the second quarter for 2007. Please attend at least one during this quarter. And, please, bring your ratebooks! District One Tuesday, June 5 at 6 p.m. Frank’s Restaurant, Schulenburg
Thursday, June 14 at 6:30 p.m. Golden Corral, Abilene 4101 South Danville Drive
Thursday, June 7 at 6 p.m. Lodge 186, Caldwell
Monday, June 25 at 7 p.m. 5959 Gateway West, No. 546 El Paso
Wednesday, June 13 at 6 p.m. Sirloin Stockade in Lockhart 1420 South Colorado
District Five Tuesday, June 12 at 6 p.m. Lodge 88, Houston
District Two Wednesday, June 6 at 6 p.m. Lodge 80, Holland
Wednesday, June 13 at 6 p.m. Lodge 81, Needville
Thursday, June 7 at 6 p.m. Lodge 187, Round Rock
Tuesday, June 26 at 6 p.m. Lodge 172, Pasadena
District Three Tuesday, June 5 at 6 p.m. Lodge 84, Dallas
District Six Tuesday, June 5 at 6 p.m. Frank’s Restaurant, Schulenburg
Tuesday, June 12 at 6 p.m. Lodge 54, West
Wednesday, June 6 at 6 p.m. Taiton Community Center FM 961 and Highway 71, Taiton
Saturday, June 16 at 1:30 p.m. Fire Mountain Restaurant 1400 Highway 77, Waxahachie
Thursday, June 7 at 6 p.m. Lodge 32, Victoria
District Four Monday, June 4 at 6:30 p.m. Furr’s Cafeteria, Midland Town and Country Shopping Center
District Seven Thursday, June 14 at 6 p.m. Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Monday, June 18 at 6 p.m. San Marcos LaQuinta IH-35 North
Tuesday, June 5 at 6:30 p.m. Peabody’s Restaurant, Goldthwaite 1206 Fisher Street Monday, June 11 at 7 p.m. Lodge 49, Rowena
Thursday, June 21 at 6 p.m. Laredo LaQuinta Bob Bullock Loop
Tuesday, June 12 at 6:30 p.m. Lubbock LaQuinta 4115 Brownfield Highway
Monday, June 25 at 7 p.m. Denny’s Restaurant, San Antonio I-10 and Wurzbach
Wednesday, June 13 at 6:30 p.m. Golden Corral, Wichita Falls 3812 Kemp Boulevard
Wednesday, June 27 at 6 p.m. Floresville Flower Shop 1100 Hospital Boulevard
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 5/01/07 through 7/31/07.
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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Family Fun and Important Dates June 1-3 June 2 June 3 June 3 June 3 June 10 June 10 June 12 June 14 June 14 June 22-24 June 24 June 30
LIT Retreat • YMCA Hamman Ranch, Bandera Lodge 1, Fayetteville Fishing Contest (1) Lodge 47, Seaton Annual Picnic • Star Hall (2) Lodge 88, Houston Homecoming (5) Lodge 155, Austin Picnic/Summer Social (2) Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Family Day/ 50-year Presentation/Catered Meal Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station Member Appreciation Dinner (1) Lodge 87, Temple Annual Dinner (2) Flag Day Ceremony • SPJST Home Office, Temple Lodge 48, Beyersville Family Night • Dell Diamond (2) District Six Camp • Stoney Creek Ranch, Columbus District Three YAD • Lodge 92, Fort Worth SPJST Float • Luling Watermelon Festival (1)
SPJST Lo dge Se c t ion Lodge 1 Fayetteville sets June 2 fishing tournament Lodge 1, Fayetteville invites all to participate in the SPJST Bass Tournament at the SPJST Lodge 1 Hall in Fayetteville, Texas, on Saturday, June 2, 2007. Teams will consist of two persons. The entry fee is $30/team or $25/individual. Cash prizes and trophies will be awarded— first, second, and third place for heaviest stringer and first place for heaviest bass. Please enter before Saturday, June 2. Rules and regulations are available at the SPJST Hall in Fayetteville. There will also be a free fish fry! For more information, contact Billy (979) 966-3795. Proceeds will benefit the SPJST baseball field. —SPJST—
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
Lodge 17 New Tabor honors 50-year member The May 6, 2007, meeting was called to order by President Randy Gaas. Mrs. Martha Trcalek led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. We had one resolution which was given by Mr. Ben Trcalek. Mr. Hildebrand secured signatures from all members present. Mr. Trcalek also read the minutes from our April meeting. With no corrections, the minutes were approved as read. Mr. Stanley Mrnustik gave the treasurer’s report. This was Mr. Mrnustik’s first meeting back since his accident. We were all glad to see him doing so much better. Mrs. Holly Narro reported on our Join Hands Day project. We cleaned the New Tabor Cemetery. She also reported on the upcoming Three Gun Shooting Tournament and the SPJST State Horseshoe and Youth Washer Tournament. Mrs. Susan Skrabanek shared the youth club report. Five New Tabor
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youth received SPJST scholarships. They are Marcus Blum, Lauren Eubanks, Christine Garbs, Lucas Schoppe, and Kyle Skrabanek. Mrs. Skrabanek also gave the hall report. Under old business, setting up an appointment with the Texas Workforce was discussed. Under new business, we recognized our guest, SPJST District One State Field Representative Bill Orsak. He complimented our seniors for receiving the SPJST Scholarships. He stated the SPJST new term rates are available online for agents. Mr. Orsak recognized George Zavodny as a new sales agent. He also stated that the District One Fall Meeting will be in Snook this year. Our 50-year pin recipients were recognized. Mrs. Shirley Lusk was in attendance to receive her pin. Mabry Dowel was appointed as an assistant youth leader. Mrs. Dowel is being groomed to replace Mrs. Skrabanek who will officially resign the New Tabor Youth Leader’s position on December 31. The audit committee is scheduled to review accounting books after the June meeting. With no further business, the meeting was adjourned. Next Meeting—June 3 Our next meeting will be on June 3 at 2 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lisa Blum, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 26 Skidmore meets June 10 Lodge 26, Skidmore, will have its next meeting on June 10, which is the second Sunday instead of the first Sunday. Please note this change, and hope to see you at the meeting. Fraternally, Edwin Wallek, Jr. Vice President —SPJST—
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Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club Receives Reorganizational Check DIstrict Two Director Bobby Wuensche presents a $200 check to Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Leader Cristy Girod, center, and Assistant Youth Leader Tammy Whatley. Lodge 29 Youth Club was recently reorganized and has 14 members ranging in age from five to 16. For more information, contact Cristy Girod at (512) 4681347 or email girod@pvco.net.
Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard meets June 10 Dear Members, On the 10th of June, Lodge Karel Jonas will hold its monthly meeting at 1 p.m. in the Community Room of the East Bernard Branch Library at 746 Clubside Drive. The agenda will have some additional reports that were tabled in last month’s meeting along with any items of business needing immediate attention. Also, fathers will be honored with two special door prizes for Father’s Day. As to the fraternal hour buffet luncheon, it will have the usual standard fare. The May meeting was held on the 6th at Los Amigos Restaurant to honor 50-year recipients and mothers for Mother’s Day. Of the 24 persons present, our youngest member was Wyatt Ohl, who will be reaching the grand old age of two years on the 15th of June. Happy birthday, Wyatt! The meal was started with grace being given by District Six Director/Supreme Lodge Vice Chairman Michael Ahlstrom, FIC after which a serving line was formed for the food. When sufficient time was allowed for eating, the meeting was called to order and the motion to dispense with local lodge reports was made and passed. The floor was turned over to Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, FIC for a brief 1957 history lesson with five prizes being given
out to those persons who could answer certain history questions. After this bit of history, Brother Vanicek made the 50-year pin presentation to Mildred Repka. Next, Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride, FICF, CFFM gave a report on the progress being made by the SPJST as a whole. This was followed by the brief report of Director Michael Ahlstrom, FIC and District Six State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM, who gave her report on the status of District Six sales. There were many door prizes which allowed about 80 percent of the persons present to receive one. Mothers were honored with flowers and two special door prizes. The meeting adjourned at about 2:30 p.m. We wish to thank SL President Brian Vanicek, FIC and his mom, Willie Mae Vanicek, SL Vice President Gene McBride, FICF, CFFM, and wife Frances, District Six Director Michael Ahlstrom, FIC and wife Kathy, and last, but not least, District Six State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM for taking the time to come and visit with us. We enjoyed your presence and come again. To the faithful: Mark your calendars, make plans to attend, and this writer remains . . . Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, FIC President —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton invites everyone to June 3 picnic The Lodge 47, Seaton Annual Picnic is Sunday, June 3. Picnic Auction Chairperson Gary Skrabanek stated that items may be brought for the auction any time. Any items will be accepted—antiques you no longer want, please bring them. Sometimes you may think that it is junk, but it may be someone else’s treasure, and something they are looking for. Items you may have around the house and not using them are good auction items. New and old quilts would be great, any kind of homemade items, home canned foods like pickles, red beets, relishes, jellies, baked cakes, bread, kolaches, and homemade wine and craft items—just to name a few. Items for the sweet booth are needed. The sweet booth will be located in the hall this year. This will be a much better place for the sweets; therefore, the sweets will be much cooler. Lodge 47 has many talented cooks and bakers so put your baking skills to good use and create your special baked items for the sweet booth. First Vice President Calvin Skrabanek invited everyone who can come to help make sausage for the picnic dinner plates on Friday, June 1 at 8 a.m. Everyone will have a job to do from washing dishes to cleaning the floor, etc. Board Chairperson David Pechal is in charge of the drink booths and raffle ticket sales. There are good prizes for the raffle. Your Help Needed Here’s a request for your help to peel potatoes on Sunday morning, June 3 at 7:30 a.m. If you have a favorite peeler, bring it. Help is needed to make the German potatoes for the plates. Joyce Skrabanek, chairperson of the kitchen for June 3 picnic, will need help serving. Please call her to help at (254) 984-2283. The menu is homemade sausage/home fried chicken, German potatoes, cole slaw, beans, bread, iced tea, and dessert for $7 per plate. Plates to go will be available. Plates will be ready at 11 a.m. Make plans to come and enjoy the day. There will be something for everyone. A live band will provide entertainment in the afternoon. Various games throughout the day for adults as well as the children will be available. The auction will start at 4 p.m.
VĚSTNÍK Next Meeting—June 4 Our next meeting will be on Monday, June 4 at 7 p.m. Starting at around 5 p.m., clean up after the picnic will start. Come as soon as you can. We know that some of you are still working and cannot come early. At what ever time you show up, your help will be appreciated. Following the clean up at approximately 7 p.m., we will have our lodge meeting. After the meeting, an ice cream social will be held honoring all the graduates. Dolores Skrabanek Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton sets June 3 picnic The annual Lodge 47, Seaton picnic will be held on Sunday, June 3, 2007, starting at 11 a.m. In addition, on Saturday, June 2, the TATPA, or the Texas Antique Tractor Pullers Association, will have a sanctioned pull. This event starts at 11 a.m. and is free to the public. Bring your lawn chair and sit in the shade to watch the old tractors pull. Hamburgers and drinks will be sold at noon and again in the evening. Sunday, beginning at 11 a.m., is a fun day for all tractor and truck pullers. Anyone who wants to pull the sled can do so. Also, anyone who wants to display an old tractor, car, truck, or old equipment, you may do so. The Sunday pulls will conclude by 4 p.m. So come enjoy two days of tractor pulls and the annual picnic on Sunday. James Skrabanek —SPJST—
Lodge 54, West to honor 50-year members June 1 Our next meeting will be held at Lone Star Hall on June 1 at 7 p.m. Our 50-year members will be honored. Attention 50-year members: please invite family members to this special meeting. We hope to have a large attendance at this meeting. Fraternally, Ann Emery, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 76 Wichita Falls meets June 3 Lodge 76, Wichita Falls will meet Sunday, June 3, 2007, at 1 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Lakeside City, located at 3384 State Highway 37 (Archer City Highway). This is the lodge’s second quarter meeting. Lunch will be served before the business meeting. Meat will be furnished by the lodge. Each family (except visitors and first-timers) are asked to bring a vegetable, salad, and/or dessert. We hope to see you there. For more information, call Mary Ann (940) 693-4628; Aileen (940) 691-1155; or Mary Jane (940) 6960386. The church phone is (940) 692-6392. Lois Waddle, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 81 Needville reports on May meeting The May, 2007, meeting of Lodge 81, Needville was held on Sunday, the 20th. At 12 noon, Willie Mae Kuykendall gave a prayer of thanks. Everyone enjoyed a meal of baked and fried chicken. Thanks goes to Darlene Blinka and her kitchen committee for getting everything set up for us. Also, thanks go to everyone who brought the variety of side dishes and desserts. President Vincent Newman called the business meeting to order at 1 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Jeanette Newman. All officers
answered the roll call except Treasurer Benita Walzel and Special Funds Chairman Gilbert Walzel. We had a moment of silence for departed members, Leona Wilhite and Vlasta Surovec. Our sympathy goes out to their families and friends. Added to our sick list are Joyce Robinson and Derek Wright. We wish you both well and a speedy recovery. Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall read the minutes, and they were approved as read. She also mentioned a thank you letter from Valentine Kusy. Next, Willie Mae Kuykendall read the treasurer’s report, and it was approved as read. She read the schedule of events for the next month. She then read the Special Funds report, and it was approved as read. Under old business, Bradley Stavinoha gave us an update on the tax exemption we are still working on. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank Bradley for cleaning out the old dressing room. Also, President Newman announced that he has to do a redraw of part of the sign foundation. Under new business, our scholarship recipient, Thomas Tydlacka, came to the microphone and told us his plans for college. It was so nice to have you and your parents at our meeting, Thomas. Door prize winners were George Abschneider, Ed Kuban, Dorothy Kuban, and Bradley Stavinoha. Congratulations to our lucky winners. Next Meeting—June 17 For our next meal on June 17, it was decided to have potluck. Members, please bring your main dish, side dish, and a dessert. See you at the next meeting. Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—
Official Chefs of Lodge 179, Warrenton The official hamburger chefs of SPJST Lodge 179, Warrenton are Brenda Callahan and Ricky Weyand.
—Submitted by Joan Goehring, FAC
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Lodge 87, Temple plans June 12 barbecue social Our next meeting on June 12 is our free member appreciation barbecue picnic, and we will award our 50year member pins. This year’s 50year member honorees are Stephen Brodie, Martha Davenport, Earl Engbrock, and Cicil McCormas. Socializing will start at 6 p.m., and the food will be served at 6:30 p.m. The meal is being catered by Mungia’s Barbeque of Heidenheimer. There will be a short business meeting followed by the awards ceremony and drawing of the many door prizes. All members are encouraged to attend. Please return the RSVP invitation cards as soon as possible so that we may get a head count of the people attending so we can be sure to have enough food for everybody. Bertha Capps Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston invites everyone to June 3 homecoming Please don’t forget to attend the Lodge 88, Houston Homecoming on Sunday, June 3, 2007. We will have food, music, and a silent auction, but most important is the opportunity to visit with members who are not with us often. There will be a place for those who wish to play cards or dominoes. Just bring your players, and we will furnish the table. If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Clara Broz at (713) 869-5767 or Pat Bruce at (281) 635-3534. If you can’t find your current dues card, don’t worry as Clara Broz will be located close to the front door with the current member list. Each member in attendance will be given a dinner ticket. You must be present to claim your free “dine-in only” dinner. See you on June 3! Fraternally, Pat Bruce, President —SPJST—
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Lodge 91, Crosby meets June 9
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Lodge 185, New Braunfels Members Receive SPJST Leadership Grants At the Academic Banquet at Navarro High School on May 15, Lodge 185, New Braunfels member Joan Jaroszewski presented SPJST Leadership Grants to Jared Jaroszewski, center, and Trey Stolte, both of Lodge 185. The senior class at Navarro High School (Class 2A) accumulated more than $1 million dollars in scholarships and grants this year. Congrats, Jared and Trey!
Lodge 91, Crosby will conduct its second quarterly meeting on Saturday, June 9, 2007, at 11 a.m. at the Chinese Gourmet Restaurant, located at 1404 West Baker Road in Baytown, Texas. The restaurant is located across from San Jacinto Hospital. This will be a luncheon meeting and will be dutch treat. Please call (281) 328-5209 if you need additional information. Vonda Smesny, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 92 Fort Worth presents May 13 meeting highlights • Deferred planting of trees until the fall of 2007. This will give everyone plenty of time to donate or co-sponsor a tree. These are replacements for trees that were damaged last year. • Please let Holly Hubenak know if you would like to go to the Texas Rangers game on June 6. It is a good way to support the youth. Hopefully, the Rangers will be on a winning streak by then. Gayle Krengel is in charge of preparing the meal. • Lodge 92 will host District Three Youth Achievement Day on Sunday, June 24. Judges and volunteers for tabulating prizes are needed. Holly will appreciate your help. • The 2007 Heritage Day will be held in conjunction with the State Fair of Texas in Dallas on October 7. Please note that it is not on our regular lodge meeting date; therefore, no excuses not to come out and support the SPJST and our youth. SPJST President Brian Vanicek would like to see a great turnout of SPJST members. Sunshine Chairperson Mary Ann Kozel sent sympathy cards to Ernest and Julia Dueser (death of daughterin-law) and Joyce Muldoon and family. Get well cards went to Christine Zich, Verne Borde, and Charles Schneider. Kenneth Krivanek has recovered from his mishap, and Eugene Tesar is still recuperating from his. The membership voted to return the country/western and polka dances
to four hours. Watch the activity schedule for exact times and dates. The country/western dances are on the first Sunday of the month. Joyce Tesar announced that the Ennis Czech Boys will be playing for a dance on Sunday, July 15. Mark your calendar to attend and to make it possible to continue the polka dances as part of our Czech heritage. Please give me a call (817) 2825065 if you have any news to share. I am working against tough competition from Libbie Vrla of the Friendship Club and Evelyn Scaff of the Ladies Circle in the reporting game. Next Meeting—June 11 Our next meeting is on Sunday, June 11. See you all then. Al Kercho, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 155, Austin plans June 3 summer social Dear Members, Lodge 155, Austin members and guests are invited to meet at Joe and Jean Motl’s house in Liberty Hill on Sunday, June 3 at 1 p.m. for the lodge’s summer social. For directions to Joe and Jean’s house, call them at (512) 836-0205. Please bring the side dishes that you agreed to bring. If in doubt, please call Ginny (512) 472-1721 to inquire. The Motls will furnish the meat. Everyone is asked to bring his or
her lawn chair. We hope to see you there! Fraternally, Ginny Prasatik, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 183 Arlington reports on March meeting Dear Vestnik Readers, The March 12, 2007, meeting of SPJST Lodge 183, Arlington was called to order at 7 p.m. by President Ann Pustejovsky. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Members remained standing for a moment of silent prayer for sick and departed members and friends. Special prayers were requested for sick member Cecil Phillips; Janie Rejcek’s mother; and Teresa Pustejovsky’s grandfather. Prayers were also requested for the family of Johnny Adamek’s brother who passed away recently. Members with March birthdays are Ana Aguilar, Cody Bartosh, Cindy Boyd, Alois Buckholt, Geanine Carroll, Juanita Cote, Kim Culliton, Johnna Dominey, Jacob Edwards, Faustina Green, Tiara Hemphill, Patsy Johnson, David Kaiser, Steven Kneblik, Phyllis Leatherwood, Raymond McCoy, Matthew McMillan, Kyle Moore, Alexius Nathan, Julie Pechak, Robert Pechak, Braylon Porter; Rachel Reed, Deserae Rios, Bonnie Ross, Dana Shoemaker, Nancy Sonka, Brandon Stanfill, Gena Weeks, Katie Weeks, Tommy Weeks, Lajerick White, Larealynn Whitfield,
and Annie Wilson. Happy birthday to all! Roll call of officers/trustees showed all present except Annette Cepak with an excused absence. There were 16 members present. Ella Mikeska read the minutes of the February meeting which were approved with corrections. Ann Pustejovsky gave the bar/kitchen report as well as the treasurer’s report for the Bingo, Charity and 183 Club accounts. Angeline Stiborek gave the financial secretary’s report for this month. Debra Daniel gave the FAC report and informed the membership about the recent SPJST Awards Banquet and Bowl for the Cure Tournament. She also reported on the upcoming domino tournament, Three-Gun Shooting Tournament, LAM golf tournament, End-ofSummer Getaway in Corpus Christi, the Little Golden Books collection for the Ronald McDonald House, Join Hands Day on May 5, and the District Three Spring Meeting at Lodge 84, Dallas on Sunday, April 22. Kay Gerlich Weeks gave the youth report. Upcoming events for the youth members are the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive; Komen Race for the Cure on April 7; District Three Spring Meeting and Czech Easter Egg (Kraslice) Decorating Contest; Join Hands Day on May 5; Leader-inTraining camp on June 1 to 3; District Three YAD on June 24 at Lodge 92, Fort Worth; the Arlington Fourth of July parade; and District Three Camp on July 19 to 22 at Camp Hope. In addition, Kay Weeks and Debra Daniel will be attending the SPJST State Youth Leaders’ Conference in West on March 24 and 25. Under new business, Ann Pustejovsky announced information about the Century Award that our lodge received at the recent SPJST Awards Banquet in Killeen. She congratulated our sales agent on a great job for the year and encouraged everyone to keep up the good work. Our youth and adult members are participating in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure on Saturday, April 7. Kay Weeks asked the membership to sponsor those members who are participating in the event. Members voted to sponsor $150 for each member participating up to a maximum of $2,000. The door prize was won by Debra Daniel. The family social night will be held on Friday, March 23. The youth club will provide fried fish, and members are asked to bring side dishes and/or desserts. Our next lodge meeting will be on Monday, April 10 at 7 p.m.
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Lodge 187 Round Rock meets June 10 At the May meeting, SPJST Lodge 187, Round Rock welcomed Doris Plagmas, a new SPJST sales agent. We are glad to have you join us, Doris! The club really came through with donations for the food pantry and children's books for the Ronald mcDonald House. Thanks to Janie for delivering the books and to Joann Oman for delivering the food items. Next Meeting—June 10 Our June meeting will be back to our regular schedule on the second Sunday, June 10. See you there! Margie Haas, FAC/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station plans June 10 dinner Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station will have a member appreciation dinner on Sunday, June 10, 2007, at 12 noon at C and J Barbecue on 1010 South Texas Avenue in Bryan. The expense of the dinner is provided by the lodge, and we would like to have every member and their guests attend. Mrs. Margaret Haisler, representing the Library, Archives and Museum (LAM) in Temple, will present a program bringing us up-to-date on the activities of the LAM. We will need to know how many will attend, so please call me, Albert Scasta, at (979) 589-3142, or Charles Munday, Secretary, at (979) 775-7070 before Thursday, June 7 to let us know if you will be attending and if you will be bringing any guests. If we are not available, please leave a message giving your name and the number that will be attending in your party. We hope to see you there. Albert R. Scasta, President —SPJST—
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Ennis Sewing Circle The Ennis Sewing Circle met on May 10, 2007, with 17 members and three guests—Dorothy M. Kudrna, Jerry Zmolek, and Bob Cunningham. President Sadie Kubin called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all. Vlasta Laznovsky read the minutes, and Lil Kosarek gave the treasurer’s report. Both were approved as read. As our Sunshine Lady Eleanora Pelzel is still recovering from knee surgery, Dorothy Prachyl announced our May birthday celebrants. They are Ella Mae Zmolek, Annie Vrana, and Dorothy Prachyl “Happy Birthday” was sung to Dorothy and Ella Mae. A birthday card was signed for Annie Vrana, and a get well card was signed for Geraldine Zhanel. Geraldine had been doing well in rehab, but something happened, and she is back in the Corsicana hospital. I hope by now she is home doing well. Geraldine, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you went out to Marie Vrla for donating tea. We appreciate it. Pat Fowler thanked everyone who quilted on her quilt. I must tell you, it was different and unusual. It had a big green John Deere tractor in the middle and smaller tractors all around, green on yellow. Everyone wanted to know who she was making it for. She said she may use it as a camping quilt or she has enough material to make another one. She has two grandsons, but we will be quilting another one in the future. In June, we will quilt for Dorothy Prachyl—a Dutch doll top. I am anxious to see it. In July, we will not quilt, but have our elephant sale. Start getting your items together. July will be here before you know it. I was told that I goofed again. The quilt picture in the May 2 Vestnik read that our Sewing Circle was selling the tickets. We are, but we are selling them for the Ennis Junior Sokol gymnast group. Sorry! It was good to see Libbie Elsik. We have missed you. She came with Esther and Bob Cunningham. Thanks for bringing her. Hello was sent by Lil Kosarek from Betty Landsfeld and Libbie Vrla. Betty had a doctor’s appointment, and Libbie had to work. We missed you both. Someone reported Bertha Podhrasky was unable to attend. She purchased a new computer and some-
one was supposed to come to her house for an adjustment or something. Sylvia Laznovsky announced she received a thank you note from the West Sokol for our purchase of an ad in its Sokol Slet program book. The Slet is being held the first weekend in June. Several of our members are in the senior group and will be attending the Slet. We have been working hard to remember a special number to the song “500 Mile”. When you get to be a senior, like me, it is hard to remember things. I think we will do okay. Someone said we are looking good. Come see us if you can in West on Sunday afternoon, June 3. A discussion was held on thoughts for our 50-year anniversary celebration next year. Vlasta suggested we have a quilt showing at the time. Pat Fowler volunteered to talk with Larry Laznovsky. Possibly, we could have it in conjunction with the Sokol 100 year celebration. The Ennis Sokol is also hosting the Slet next year. 2008 is going to be a busy time. The door prize was brought by Dorothy Kudrna and won by Marie Vrla. We had our little gift exchange. Thank you everyone for the delicious covered dish lunch and thank you to the clean up crew. Other News Congratulations to Sylvia Laznovsky on being a first-time great aunt. Oliva Grace Vyers, daughter of Lisa and Nathan Vyers, granddaughter of Larry and Lil Laznovsky. I have seen her picture. She’s a little doll.
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Dorothy and Wesley Prachyl recently enjoyed a week in Denver, Colorado, with their daughter Cathy and her family. On the way home, they were dodging tornadoes near Fort Worth. She said it was very scary. Pat Fowler is very busy these days. Her daughter Julie Mraz in graduating from Texas A&M Commerce on May 11 with a bachelor’s degree. Her grandson Justin Mraz, son of Julie and Jeff Mraz, is graduating from kindergarten on May 24. Then, her son Michael is getting married on June 16 to Christy Blankenship in Tyler. They are attending many showers in Ennis and Tyler. Bet Pat and Van will be glad when July gets here! Lil Kosarek’s grandson Christopher Kosarek is graduating from Midway High School in Waco and will be attending Texas A&M in the fall. April Grace Hamilton, granddaughter of Bessie E. Laznovsky, has completed her studies as an occupational therapist assistant. On May 5, she received her O.T.A. pin in this field. During the summer, April will complete her Level 2 training in Arlington and Desoto. In December, she will officially graduate from Navarro College with an associate’s degree in applied science. Congratulations! I bet Sidney Bridewell is packing her suitcase. She is leaving for Wisconsin with her daughter Cathy and son-in-law Ike Vanden Eykel on June 15. She won’t return until October. They have a summer coun-
Lodge 184, Moulton Supports Relay for Life Team
Lodge 184, Moulton President Elmer Michna presents a check to two members of the Relay for Life Team. Pictured are, left to right, Trista Michna, Larissa Tesch, Elmer Michna, Irene Meisetscheager and Kayden Tesch.
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try home that sounds wonderful. Have a great time! Ella Mae and Jerry Zmolek are driving a new gray Chevy Impala. Ella Mae said she sort of wished she had her old car; this one has too many buttons and gadgets. Sylvia is also sporting a new car. Esther and Bob Cunningham missed our meeting in April, but with good reason. Marie Slamova from Brno and her son Karel Slama from Prague were their visitors. They arrived April 3 and left on May 8. Karel is studying to be a lawyer and will be taking his bar exam in June. They all visited Tim Orsak and families in Seymour and Plainview, Texas. They saw what large cotton farms people have in Texas. In Fort Worth, they enjoyed a real Texas rodeo, a cattle drive, and the water garden. They saw the Texas Ranger Museum in Waco, spent two days in Temple, Austin, and San Antonio. Karel really liked the boat ride on the river. They spent two days Corpus Christi with friends and several days in Houston and Galveston. Their host and hostess were Esther’s daughter, Dr. Kathleen Smalky, and son-in-law, Dr. Ron Tintner. They also attended the Texas Czech Match Genealogy Conference in Caldwell, Texas, for two days. They all had a great time. We are hoping they will return soon to Texas. I was glad to hear from Wilma Vrla and hope your therapy is going well on your wrist. Hope Kay Lynn Kovar can join us for the summer months now that school will be out, and she is not busy teaching. Calleigh is counting down the days until school is out. She was so happy she passed all her TAKS tests. Tanner passed all of his, too. I am so proud of both of them. Tanner has already started playing basketball; Calleigh will start next week. Eleanora Pelzel and Dorothy Booth, take care. If you meet on June 14, we will quilt for Dorothy Prachyl, and Dutch doll, have covered dish lunch, and little gift exchange. Stay well and happy, see you then. Georgie Morales, Reporter —SPJST—
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Fort Worth Friendship Club The Friendship Club met on Wednesday, May 2, 2007, at St. Thomas Parish Hall with 43 members present. President Alice Barnes called the meeting to order, welcomed everyone, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Following, Rose Ann read a poem called “Before I Was a Mom” which was enjoyed by all. Joe Kozel was thanked for providing the wonderful music before the meeting. Secretary Rose Ann Spann read the minutes from the previous meeting, and Treasurer Mary Ann Kozel gave the financial report. Both were approved as presented. The singing of “Happy Birthday” went out to May celebrants Earl Godfrey and Anna Johnson. May you have many more. Earl was absent, and it was reported he fell, broke his hip, and is currently in the hospital. Everyone signed a birthday/get well card for him, and we wished him a speedy recovery. Sunshine Person Willie Mae Becan was absent, but her report was read. She sent Earl two cards—a get well card and later a sympathy card on the loss of his wife. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. Annie Whitsell discussed the bake or bakeless sale which we will have in June. Ladies, get out those recipes for your special cake or be prepared to make a monetary donation. Rose Ann discussed name badges which she will purchase and type the names for each member. Special thanks go out to Faith Lindeau for the splendid work she did on our membership booklets. She typed, printed, and assembled each book. Great job! Our July dining out social will be on July 11 at Ryan’s Steak House on Cherry Lane. Mary Ann and Joe Kozel will meet everyone at the door where you will register and be given a pass for lunch. This is always a fun social. Mary Ann also suggested that we all wear something red, white or blue in celebration of Independence Day. Following a discussion, it was unanimously voted to make a monetary donation to the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum fund as our appreciation for the Vestnik publishing our monthly articles. Thanks, SPJST Vestnik Staff, for all your good work and for always being so kind! The little gift exchange was
enjoyed by all which is always a lot of fun. Thanks to Betty Krenek for the angel statue she brought for decorations and which was then raffled off with Nettie Naugle being the lucky winner. Our decorations were pink and yellow flowers along with pink and yellow napkins in honor of Mother’s Day. Rosie Steinman won the door prize which was given by hostesses Joe Kozel, Betty Krenek, and Betty Landsfeld. They did another great job. Thanks! Also, thanks to Rose Ann, our decorator. Hostesses for June will be Lil Kosarek, Rita Thomas, and Libbie Vrla. Following the meeting, Faith Lindeau led the blessing. Lunch was enjoyed then games were played. News Merel Kovar was missed. She called me early that morning to say she had a sleepless night and didn’t feel up to getting out. Merel lives in an assisted living home on Hulen Street which is on my way, so she always calls to see if I will pick her up. She is such a delightful lady. Merel sends thanks to Tracy Horn for giving her the table decorations that she won. When I stopped to make the delivery, I found Merel in the beauty shop getting her hair fixed and said that she was feeling much better. Helen Skrasek and her daughterin-law, Debbie, recently flew to Knoxville, Tennessee, for a long weekend. While there, they attended the joyous occasion of Helen’s greatgranddaughter, Sara Myer’s first Holy Communion. Sara is the granddaughter of Ron Skrasek of Edmund, Oklahoma. Both Helen and Debbie reported having a wonderful time. Willie Mae Becan attended the graduation and reception following the ceremony of her granddaughter, Emily Miller LaChance who received her law degree on May 11 from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law in Fort Worth. On Mother’s Day, Dan and Jennifer Miller, had a party for Emily and all the mothers at the Lockheed Martin Pavilion where everyone had a grand time. Emily did her internship with the District Attorney’s office and will take her state bar exam in July. Good luck, Emily—your grandmother is most proud of you!
Betty K., Rose Ann, Rita, Sharon, and I enjoyed our girls night out with Anna Marie recently. We went to Lone Star Park and had a great time—we won some and lost some, but it was fun. Thanks, Anna Marie! Following my last article where I wrote about the stained glass windows in the First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg, Texas, that Sister Lil had visited, and I wondered if someone from the Kebrle family in Dallas perhaps made them. Well, I had a phone call from John Kebrle to tell me that no one from his family made these windows, but that about 10 years ago, he did make the four large Gothic stained glass windows in the prayer chapel of the Italianstyle tower monument in downtown Pittsburg which Bo Pilgrim of Pilgrim’s Pride Chicken had built. John had some great stories to tell me about Bo Pilgrim, and that since Bo Pilgrim keeps his private plane at Dallas Love Field, every time he flies out of Dallas, he stops and makes a car phone call to John just to visit. So, if any of you readers are ever in Pittsburg, Texas, (not Pennsylvania) be sure to stop by and see this monument. John tells me that you can’t miss it as downtown Pittsburg is only two blocks long. Following John’s call, Sister Lil told me that her tour group stopped to visit this monument and that these windows are truly beautiful. Rosie Steinman gave a short commercial on the National Polka Festival to be held in Ennis over Memorial Day weekend. She and Carrie Milan plan to spend the full weekend in Ennis. The next meeting will be June 6. Don’t forget your cake or bring cash and your dish for lunch. See you then! So until, keep smiling! Libbie Vrla, Reporter Editor’s Note: Thank you, Fort Worth Friendship Club, for your most generous donation to the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum. Your sweet note that accompanied the check brightened our day in the Vestnik office. We enjoy receiving and printing your articles. Keep up the great work! —SPJST—
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SPJST Members Join Hands Across Texas May 5, 2007 — Join Hands Day. SPJST lodges and youth clubs, adults, and youth joined hands in projects that made a difference in local communities across the state. Fraternalists worked together on various tasks that connected youth and adults. Congratulations to the following lodges and youth clubs for the projects that they completed for Join Hands Day 2007.
Lodge 84, Dallas youth, adults join hands to beautify lodge grounds On Saturday morning, May 5, 2007, the youth members met the adult members at the lodge hall to clean up the grounds around the building. The weather was scattered showers so while the adults handled all the duties with the power tools, we tried to hurry and pick up trash, rake the leaves, sweep the sidewalks, and bag up all the trash and trimmings. Then, we all went inside the lodge hall and ate chili dogs. I must admit the before and after pictures are really impressive. We all did a great job together. Rachel McManus Vice President —SPJST—
Dear Readers, On Saturday, May 5, 2007, our lodge participated in Join Hands Day. My grandparents, Jerome and Rosemary Zabojnik, took me to the hall and helped with the work. We worked outside the lodge hall. We were picking up trash, pulling weeds, taking leaves out of the bushes, raking, and sweeping. It looks a
lot better. Inside, George Reznik and John Becan fixed the plumbing. My grandpa, Pop, helped them with the plumbing I’m glad everyone worked together! Fraternally, Melinda McClellan, age 8 Treasurer —SPJST—
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Lodge 6, Cottonwood members work at St. Martin’s Catholic Church For the Join Hands Day project, Lodge 6, Cottonwood members cleaned, painted, and planted flowers at the Grotto at St. Martin’s Catholic Church for May Crowning. —Submitted by Peggy Dobecka Youth Leader
Lodge 66, Waco youth, adults clean hall grounds Lodge 66, Waco adults and youth came together for Join Hands Day. For our project, we cleaned the grounds around the lodge and along the road at the front entrance to the lodge. Even though it was a messy job, we all enjoyed
being together and making the grounds look really nice. We also had a food drive for the local Meals on Wheels. All members collected non-perishable food items to donate. —Submitted by Debbie Galler, Youth Leader
Kevin Galler sacks the food that was donated for Meals on Wheels.
Adult and youth members clean the grounds around the lodge and along the road.
John Engelke and Michael Galler clean along the entry way to the lodge.
Kevin Galler picks up trash around the horseshoe pits.
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Lodge 80, Holland members join hands with Chamber of Commerce Join Hands Day was a success as SPJST Lodge 80, Holland joined hands with the Holland Area Chamber of Commerce to sponsor a garage sale. Holland SPJST had an indoor garage sale while other sales were going on in town. Proceeds from booth sales at the lodge went to support the
Chamber of Commerce. Excellent breakfast burritos were sold as well as delicious hamburgers to help with the fund-raising. Lodge 80 also donated $150 to the Chamber of Commerce. As you can see from the pictures, great bargains were to be had as early bird shoppers got some of
LEFT PHOTO: Youth Cyril Pajestka sells electronic games while JoyAnn Benner, Rick Benner, and Barbara Hill discuss the sales. CENTER
the best bargains. Lodge 80 Youth Club members Victoria and Cyril Pajestka sold items, too. Victoria had clothes and accessories while Cyril sold electronic games. If you missed these sales, you might have missed a treasure. —Submitted by Risa Pajestka
PHOTO: Lodge 80 youth Victoria Pajestka stands by her wares. RIGHT PHOTO: Sales begin! Paula Weir checks out some possible treasures.
Lodge 1, Fayetteville youth, adults clean historic city cemetery On Saturday, May 5, several youth and adult members of Lodge 1, Fayetteville gathered at the historical City Cemetery in Fayetteville to improve the appearance to the entrance. Due to the rain the night before, the original plan to shovel pea
gravel on the graves was not possible —too wet, but not too wet to clean debris, ball moss, and leaves. And, that’s what we did! More importantly for the day was the conversations that were shared. When I asked a youth what today
(May 5) is, she responded “Cinco de Mayo”. “Yes, and what else?” The purpose of Join Hands Day was shared among those who showed up to work. The moral of our event was — some people are talkers and some are work-
ers. Which are you? Which are we? Adult members explained to the youth what it means to give back to the community which has given us so much. The day was a huge success in more ways than one. —Submitted by Sharon Fritsch, President
LEFT PHOTO: Working together are youth members Josh Cox, Jeri Stanley, Bowyn Bauer, and Fidel Aparicio (not shown), assisted by adults Stacey Stanley, Assistant Youth Leader Debby Pflughaupt, and Cheryl Bauer. PHOTO 2: A family of SPJST members, left to right, daughter and niece Bowyn Bauer with aunt Debby Pflughaupt and mom Cheryl Bauer.
PHOTO 3: SPJST Lodge 1 youth and adults clean the entrance to the Fayetteville City Cemetery. RIGHT PHOTO: Joining hands at the cemetery are, left to right, front, Fidel Aparicio, Brandon Lovell, Jesse Evans, Jordan Evans, Jeri Stanley, and Josh Cox. Back: Sharon Fritsch, Mavrick Evans, Bowyn Bauer, Billy Wasut, JW Evans, and Debby Pflughaupt.
LEFT PHOTO: Working way too hard! The broom breaks for SPJST Lodge 1 President/FAC Sharon Fritsch. PHOTO 2: Assistant Youth Leader Debby Pflughaupt shows the youth how to give back to the community . . . with a rake and some muscle. PHOTO 3: The Evans family - Jordan, Jesse, and Mavrick. PHOTO 4: Jordan Evans closes
the bag while Jeri Stanley checks her blisters. PHOTO 5: Break time with cool refreshments. RIGHT PHOTO: The youth made an impression on the adults; the adults made an impression on the youth. Together, we can make a difference. Thank you, Lodge 1, for the clean entrance to Fayetteville’s historical City Cemetery.
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Lodge 215, South Plains, Thrivent Financial join hands for Lynwood Assisted Living Facility
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 215, South Plains youth weed a flower bed. CENTER PHOTO: Pictured are the project participants, including youth and adults from Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, SPJST Lodge 215 Youth Club, and Lynnwood Assisted Living Facility. After the project, Lynnwood Activity Director Betty Ehlers provided Cokes and crackers
for the participants and residents to enjoy. RIGHT PHOTO: Youth and adults place flowers in various pots to be placed on the porches at Lynnwood.
—Submitted by Janeece Williams, Youth Leader
Lodge 141, Sealy joins hands with Local Woodmen of the World, Brownie Troop to place flags on Veterans’ graves
SPJST Lodge 141, Sealy joined hands with Woodmen of the World Lodge 105 and Brownie Troop No. 2304 to put out small flags on the graves of veterans at the Sealy cemeteries. A total of 370 flags were placed in the three cemeteries. We feel that this is a very worthwhile project to honor those who served our country. LEFT AND RIGHT PHOTOS: SPJST Lodge 141 takes care of the flower beds at the Gordon Memorial Library. The flower beds were cleaned and azaleas
were planted. More plants will be added later. CENTER PHOTO: Pictured, left to right, are Brownie Troop members Brittany Luttrall, Ellie Hajovsky, Madison Luther, Maddie Klotz, Paigelynn Armand, Makenzie Ivey, Bailey Wisdom, and Cheyenne Matthews. Back: Woodmen members, left to right, are Rosalie Steck, Gladys Frank, Woodmen/SPJST members Bennie and Bernice Stolarski, and SPJST members Leo Dziadek, Melissa Schram, and Allison Schram (in front).
LEFT PHOTO: Parents of the Brownie Troop also participated in helping the girls find the graves of the veterans. The girls, pictured at left, were very enthusiastic about putting the flags out. Refreshments of fruit drinks, cookies, and chips were provided by the Woodmen after the project was completed. RIGHT PHOTO: SPJST members Melissa, Allison, and Keanna Schram, as well as Leo Dziadek and Bennie and Bernice Stolarski, then went to the Frydek cemetery to place flags on the graves of veterans.
—Submitted by Bernice Stolarski
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Lodge 15, Buckholts joins hands with FFA to beautify city Lodge 15, Buckholts had a most eventful day working with the Buckholts FFA Chapter. Teacher Steven Fry and students and eight of our lodge members participated. After securing Mayor Angie
Morgan’s permission, FFA students painted the school’s fire hydrants with the school’s colors of orange and black. The students also worked on clearing brush and cleaning the “Welcome to Buckholts” signs on
Lodge 130, Dallas youth collects books Lodge 130, Dallas youth Jonathan Holland presents books he collected in his neighborhood to District Three Director Johnnie Krizan, left, and Supreme Lodge Chairman/ District One Director Donnie Victorick. The books were donated to the Ronald McDonald House.
each side of town. Lodge 15 members worked at Town Hall planting flowers in the containers in front of the building and washing windows. We purchased a new flag and displayed it on the flag
pole. The old flag will be retired in a presentation to the Cameron VFW. Other members planted irises at the Lodge 15 sign and in front of the FFA signs. —Submitted by Doug Williams, President
Lodge 89, Rosebud collects, gives to Food Pantry Dear Members, For Join Hands Day, we collected food for the Rosebud Food Pantry. The pantry is now operated by Mr. and Mrs. Raimey Butler. Mr. Butler told us the pantry is open every weekday. Our lodge donated two grocery carts full of canned goods and nonperishables.
We would like to thank our member and past Vice President Adam Martinez for securing a donation from Performance Food Group. PFG donated four cases of large canned food items. Fraternally, Ramona Gerich Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 24, Cyclone youth, adults make casseroles, collect canned goods for Ronald McDonald House and Maternity Shelter Lodge 24, Cyclone made 23 “Firecracker Casseroles.” Pictured below are the youth layering ingredients in an assembly line. The adults donated meat, casserole pans, and canned goods and helped the kids properly measure the ingredients. We also had a food drive with youth and adults donating foods. The casseroles and canned goods were delivered to the Ronald McDonald
House and the Maternity Shelter in Temple. Both were thrilled to receive homemade food donations and items to stock their pantries. Thanks to all who helped make our Join Hands Day 2007 a big success. —Submitted by Joan Vanicek, Youth Leader —SPJST— LEFT PHOTO: Working on the Join Hands Day project are adults, left to right, Theresa Klecka, Janet Ashcraft, Amy Libhart, and Teresa Andel. Youth are, left to right, Levi Libhart, Meghan Malcik, Macey Malcik, Dahlton Schneider, Cole Campbell, Madison Malcik, and Dusty Andel.
RIGHT PHOTO: Stephanie and Sam Vanicek open various cans and mix spices to make Join Hands Day Firecracker Casseroles.
Lodge 54, West adults, youth visit Community Retirement Center For Join Hands Day, Lodge 54, West visited the Community Retirement Center in West, Texas. We planted flowers in pots for the residents and cleaned where we were asked to by the residents. Youth club member Tyler Kaluza helped out, and all the residents loved to see him hand them the flowers. We had a great time serving the residents. We hope to go back soon for
another project. Lodge 54 President Wilburn Willis, Youth Leader Lisa Darnell, Jimmy Darnell, and Assistant Youth Leader Jana Vaculik also joined in the project. Tyler’s mom, Kerri Kaluza, joined in as well. —Submitted by Lisa Darnell, Youth Leader
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Lodge 47, Seaton youth, adults join hand to clean Seaton Brethren Church
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Lodge 18, Elgin youth, adults join hands to assist Down Home Ranch SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin met from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Down Home Ranch. We worked together to level the volleyball court needed with dirt. We also dug two holes in which to set poles with concrete. The second holes were tough to dig because the ground was clay. We did not have help from a tractor—it was all dug by hand. Fighting with the clay, we almost said that we would come back another day with more energy. However, due to Down Home’s camp starting in two weeks, we had to get the job finished for the children to enjoy. We will return to help more—hopefully, with more manpower. Thanks to youth E.J., J.B., T.J., and Charlie Anderson, Mikhaila Nelson, and Cierra and Ashleigh Flores and adults Tammy Flores, Teresa Anderson, and Joyce and Ray Nelson. —Submitted by Joyce Nelson, Youth Leader
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Lodge 30, Taiton join hands to beautify community center Lodge 30, Taiton youth and adults joined hands on May 5. We donated our time and supplies to building planters for the Taiton
Lodge 187, Round Rock collects food, books
Community Center. —Submitted by Wanda Dorotik, Secretary —SPJST—
Proudly pictured by their work in front of the community center sign are Yvonne, Gerard, and Luc Marcaurele, Dylan Treumer, Kenna, Lisa, and Grant Bubela. Assisting with the project are Dylan Treumer, Yvonne and Luc Marcaurele, Kenna Bubela, and Wanda Dorotik.
For Join Hands Day, Lodge 187, Round Rock sponsored a collection drive for the Hutto Food Pantry. The lodge also collected more than 100 books for Pre-K children to young adults for the Ronald McDonald —Submitted by Jennifer Supak-McCarthy House.
Lodge 9, Snook youth, adults join hands to clean cemetery Our Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club participated in Join Hands Day on Saturday, May 5. We teamed-up with adults from Lodge 9 to clean-up the Snook Cemetery. We replaced old flowers
with new ones, and we did a lot of hoeing and weeding. Members also learned about their ancestors while we worked. —Submitted by Zachary Shelfer Youth Club Reporter
Working together are Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club member Dylan Treumer and Lodge 30 adult member Yvonne Marcaurele.
Hannah does some weeding!
LEFT PHOTO: Pictured are Rosann Zalman, Dylan Treumer, and Wanda Dorotik. RIGHT PHOTO: Gerard, Yvonne, and Luc Marcaurele participate in the project.
Mr. Orsak in action!
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Lodge 239, Hondo youth, adults join hands to clean cemetery
LEFT PHOTO: Sean Young cleans a grave. CENTER PHOTO: Pictured with flowers are Megan, Kadejha, Seachelle, Lakeshia, Ladejha, Latrell, and Kanicie. RIGHT PHOTO: Seachelle and Latrell place flowers on a grave. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Lakeshia places flowers.
BELOW PHOTO 2: Nicholas Palomo weed-eats around a grave. BELOW PHOTO 3: Celinda assists with weed-eating. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Kadejha and Seachelle place flowers on a grave. —Submitted by Celinda Palomo
Lodge 185, New Braunfels youth, adults work to assist member Dear Members, For our Join Hands Day project, we went to Mr. Foster’s house. Mr. Foster is one of our adult members. We helped him mow his yard and clean it up. We helped him get rid of a big pile of old wood.
There was a good turn out of helpers from both the adult lodge and the youth club. Fraternally, Tyler Hilbig Youth Club Member —SPJST—
Dear Members, We went to San Marcos to one of our adult member’s house to help clean up his yard for our Join Hands Day Project. His name is Mr. Foster. We cleaned up his yard and porch. I helped move plants and wood and
also sweep the porch. All of us worked really hard that day, but it was nice to help someone out. Fraternally, Hayley Hilbig Youth Club Member —SPJST—
Lodge 25, Ennis youth join hands with adults for fund-raiser
On Join Hands Day, Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club members decorated tables for the lodge’s fund-raiser. Youth also worked in the kitchen selling popcorn and nachos and helped clean up. TOP LEFT PHOTO: Pictured are Olivia Zmolik, Amanda Droste, Amanda Jurik, Hayley and Hannah Slovak, Youth Leader Margaret Krajca, Michael Jurik, April Dvorak, Justin Mraz, Brandon Droste, and Austen Holland. TOP CENTER PHOTO: Olivia Zmolik and Devin Krajca
place decorations on tables. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 25 youth Jordan Hunter, Blake Ryan, and Michael Jurik assist in the kitchen. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 25 adults and youth work together. They are, front, left to right, Misty and April Dvorak. Back: Julie Mraz, Jennifer Dvorak, Youth Leader Margaret Krajca, and Youth Club President Jerrod Ryan. FAC Kay Lynn Kovar and Lodge 25 President Eugene Dolezal are not shown. —Submitted by Margaret Krajca, Youth Leader
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Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point members join hands for nursing center I would like to thank everyone who came out and assisted Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Youth Club for our Join Hands Days event. The youth and adults of Lodge 246 joined hands with the staff of the Wind Crest Nursing Center to clean up and plant flowers in the front of their facility. We planted new flowers around the main sign, built flower areas around six light posts, and planted flowers at all six posts. We also hung ferns at the main entrance and and the back porch. We had a great time, and it really came out nice. Special thanks to Assistant Youth Leader Gene Hagen for coordinating this event. —Submitted by Bobby Hagen, Youth Club President
Gene Hagen cuts the log for landscaping.
Lodge 246 President Charlie Herendon and Lodge 246 Youth Club President Bobby Hagen work together.
Bobby Hagen tills the ground.
Jo Lynn Sinner plants flowers.
Margaret Rivera and daughters, Lauren and Rosa, work on the project.
Lodge 29, Taylor joins hands with MOPS to support Pregnancy Resource Center SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor adult members and youth club joined hands with Taylor Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) to support the Taylor Pregnancy Resource Center (PRC) by having a diaper and wipes drive for needy families of infants in our community. The group collected a large amount of diapers, wipes, cash donations, formula samples, formula coupons, and clothing for all ages. They delivered the contributions to the PRC on May 5. The PRC is a nonprofit organization that helps women from the ages of 15 to 30, single or married, who are pregnant and need help. The PRC has counseling, prenatal classes, parenting-teenage classes, support groups for various needs, and continuous encouragement and support. They also have a program called HOPE, which stands for Help Offered in a Pregnancy Experience. HOPE is for young women who are either pregnant, or have recently had a baby, and are looking for encouragement, friendship, support, and assistance. Through their program, mothers have the opportunity to become familiar with the development of their baby, labor and delivery, breastfeeding and caring for the newborn in one-on-one classes with a volunteer. There are also opportunities to develop important life skills that will be helpful for mother and baby’s
future. Topics include goal setting, parenting skills, budgeting, self-awareness and more. Through HOPE, mothers have the opportunity to shop for maternity and baby items in its Baby Store with the points earned by attending classes. Danae Miller, the director for the PRC, said that during 2006, they assisted 1,200 clients with an increase of support needs that include issues such as domestic violence, depression, drug addiction, abortion trauma, and lack of basic needs such as housing, food and clothing. When we delivered our collected items, we were able to see what a great place this is. We felt that this was an excellent opportunity to help families in need, especially when they are bringing a baby into the world. Additionally, this is a great awareness for the PRC – for the families who might look for help with the PRC and for the community, so they realize that this organization is here in Taylor. The PRC is funded by donations. In addition to diapers and wipes, the PRC also accepts clothing of any size (including maternity), cash and educational resources (parenting books, etc.). For more information on the PRC, call (512) 352-1200 or visit its website at www.taylorprc.org. —Submitted by Linda Pospisil, Secretary/Reporter
LEFT PHOTO: Pictured delivering the items to PRF are, left to right, front, Hailey Girod, Brandon Girod, and Kaitlyn Whatley. Back: Cristy Girod, Lyn Curry, Danae Miller, Linda Pospisil, Tammy Whatley, and Collin Whatley. CENTER PHOTO: Pictured are, left to right, front, Collin Whatley, Linda Pospisil, Hailey Girod, Frankie Pustejovsky, Jesse Pospisil, Brandon Girod,
and Kaitlyn Whatley. Back: Lyn Curry, Ronnie Rieger, Erwin Meiske, Jimmy Brinkmeyer, Wayne Voigt, Charles Flink, and Edmond Tate. RIGHT PHOTO: MOPS moms pictured are, left to right, kneeling, Debbie Collier and Holly Horta. Back: Caris Randig, Kathy Woods, Melanie Nutt, and Kasey Turner.
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Lodge 202, Jourdanton youth, adults join hands to benefit Brush Country Animal Rescue SPJST Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club joined with the adult lodge to benefit our local animal shelter, the Brush Country Animal Rescue in Pleasanton, Texas. The youth and adults brought pet food, pet treats, toys, etc. We also used part
of the $100 SPJST Home Office incentive to buy large bags of dog food and donated the remaining $50 to the shelter. Due to the recent outbreak of distemper in the shelter, the youth were limited to visit only a few dogs. —Submitted by Regina House, Youth Leader
LEFT PHOTO: Youth and adults present donations to the shelter. RIGHT PHOTO: Valerie Barta of Lodge 202 gives a check for $50 to Mr. Elizondo on behalf of the shelter. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Youth club members Clarissa Rodriguez, Samara Valdez, and Kelly House and
friend visit with a puppy. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Pictured are some of the items donated to the shelter. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 202 youth Stephen Mazur, Travis Barta, Veronica Barta, Kelly House, and Michelle House check out the dogs.
Lodge 39, Bryan youth, adults join hands to clean road Thanks to the members who came out on May 5 to help. They worked so hard. You are the ones who are always there when needed. Later that day, we had a good 88 Domino game to celebrate our good
work. My team did not win, but we had a lot of fun! We hope to do this again. Thank you again. I’m proud to be secretary of Lodge 39. —Submitted by Lillie O’Shields, Secretary
The group works alongside the road. Thanks to everyone who participated in this project.
Dianna Everett and Ron Roesler assist with the trash pick-up.
Dylan Roesler and his mother, Binnie Ann, collect trash.
Thanks to Wade O’Shields for hauling off the trash that we collected. Thanks also to Omer Everett for providing his truck.
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SPJST, KJT, KJZT members join hands at TCHCC in La Grange Members of KJT, KJZT, SPJST, and TCHCC joined hands on Saturday, May 5, 2007, on a project to benefit the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center. About 50 people participated—from the young to the young-at-heart. We even had three generations of three families helping. I want to thank SPJST State FAC Chester Jenke, who coordinated the project. A big thank you to Johnnie
and Lorenda Polasek, Georgia and Elmont Vyvial, Ed and Mary Vasek, and Ben Bohuslav, who organized the tasks. It was a great day and much was accomplished. Everyone came with a wonderful attitude to get things done. With that spirit, the amount of tasks completed in four hours was amazing. Flower beds were created, rocks were moved, the grass was mowed,
refrigerators were cleaned, the amphitheater floors were swept and mopped. The Concession Stand was organized and supplies were inventoried and put away in the new cabinets, wood preservative was applied to the ramp, bridge, and the steps of the Pavilion, the back porch of the Kalich House was sanded, and the Pavilion was cleaned. I want to thank all of you for volun-
teering your time to help. TCHCC belongs to all of us. It is our way to pay tribute to our Czech ancestors. I want to thank Georgia, Elmont, and all who helped in the kitchen for preparing a nice hamburger lunch for all of us. Thank you to SPJST for bringing a cooler of water, soft drinks, and juice. (Photos on page 21.) —Submitted by Retta Chandler TCHCC President
Lodge 49, Rowena joins hands with Girl Scouts SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena members joined hands with the Olfen Girl Scouts and their leaders, Patricia Moeller and Soncee Cline, to make tray favors for the residents at the local care centers in Ballinger. The tray favors were candy jars, decorated with red, white and blue patriotic decals filled with dinner mints.
The project connected the young people and adults as equal partners and affirmed the values of caring and working together. The rewards were the smiles shown by the residents at the Heritage Oaks Care and Nursing Center and the Runnels County Rehab. —Submitted by Sylvia Rollwitz
LEFT PHOTO: Eddie Mae Huebner and Grace Beach observe the Girl Scouts working on the candy jars. CENTER AND RIGHT PHOTOS: The Girl Scouts work diligently and with pride on their Join Hands Day proj-
ect. Prior to starting the project, Lodge 49 President Beverly Teplicek (not shown) explained the meaning and purpose of Join Hands Day and the planned project.
LEFT PHOTO: The Olfen Girl Scouts enjoy pizza and drinks after completing their project with SPJST Lodge 49 members. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 49 officers and members and Olfen Girl Scouts proudly display
their completed project—94 candy jars for care center residents. RIGHT PHOTO: Girl Scouts present tray favors to the activity director at Runnels County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.
LEFT PHOTO: Girl Scouts present tray favors to the activity director at Heritage Oaks Nursing Center. CENTER AND RIGHT PHOTOS:
Girl Scouts present tray favors and visit with residents at nursing centers.
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SPJST, KJT, KJZT members join hands at TCHCC in La Grange
Lodge 88, Houston youth, adults make a difference at Faith House Members of Lodge 88, Houston and the Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club led by Mrs. Esther Heinsohn, FAC, and Mrs. Barbara Linney Gonzales, Youth Leader, joined hands to make a difference for the guests of Faith House. This is a home where those who are receiving treatments at the Texas Medical Center can stay while in Houston. It is filled with patients and
family members. The youth club provided colorful pots, potting soil, and plants and assisted the guests in repotting the plants for their rooms. The youth club also brought an assortment of care packages. Lodge members provided the evening meal for all the participants and Faith House guests. Jerry Hurta entertained with his beautiful accordion music. We filled the Faith House
with small snacks of cookies, crackers, and chips to carry on their trips to the medical center. —Submitted by Pat Bruce, President *** We went to Faith House on Saturday, May 5 to join hands with the residents. We planted petunias, begonias, and impatiens for the residents to
have in their rooms. We brought chicken pasta, meatloaf, green bean casserole, sausage, pineapple cake, and many more delicious items. We served the residents and joined them for dinner. It was really fun, and I hope we can do it again next year. —Submitted by Allison Wockenfuss Youth Club Vice President/ Social Committee
LEFT PHOTO: Pictured are, left to right, Ryan Bronikowski, Denae Bronikowski, Doris Bronikowski, Krystal Flores, Mary Granberry, Allison Wockenfuss, and Anna Latigo. CENTER PHOTO: Visiting at
Faith House are, left to right, Barbara Linney Gonzales, Keith Wockenfuss, Robert Bronikowski, Bette Hurta, Patricia Bruce, and Jerry Hurta. RIGHT PHOTO: Faith House guests enjoy the meal.
LEFT PHOTO: Jerry Hurta entertains with accordion music. CENTER PHOTO: Somebody’s gotta do the dishes! Pictured are J. R. Bruce and Esther Heinsohn. RIGHT PHOTO: Working together to prepare the
meal for the Faith House residents are, left to right, Allison Wockenfuss, Esther Heinsohn, Denae Bronikowski, Ryan Bronikowski, Doris Bronikowski, Anna Latigo, Krystal Flores, and Patricia Bruce.
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Lodge 76, Wichita Falls Organizes Youth Club, Assists at Cemetery The charter meeting of SPJST Lodge 76, Wichita Falls Youth Club was held at the Highland Cemetery in Iowa Park, Texas, with Charlene Barbour as Youth Leader on Saturday, May 5. This was in conjunction with Join Hands Day and a work day at the cemetery. The children picked up rocks in the mowing area. The older boys spray painted the water hydrants so they were visible. Nine children were in attendance: Bradey Mahler, Baleigh Mahler, Braden Mahler, Matt Mahler, Dylan Fowler, and
Makenzie Fowler, all of Iowa Park, Jason Russell, Cade Russell, and Ralie Jo Foster, all of Archer City. A baby headstone for Twins in Babyland was donated by Lodge 76. The event was also attended by Lodge 76 President Mary Jane Michna, Secretary/Treasurer Mary Ann Cook, Archer City SPJST Sales Agent Beth Calhoun, Iowa Park SPJST Sales Agent Janis Lattimer, and Erna Mahler of Iowa Park. —Submitted by Charlene Barbour, Youth Leader
Lodge 4, Hallettsville members join hands for rest home residents SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville participated in its first Join Hands Day project on May 5. Prior to the day, we made and decorated door hangers for residents at Hallettsville Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and Stevens Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. On May 5, Lodge 4 adults and youth met at 10 a.m. and divided into two
groups to deliver the goodies. We had five members visit at each rest home. The residents were very happy to see us and appreciated the bananas and door hangers. Everyone enjoyed working together to brighten the residents’ days at each rest home. —Submitted by Patsy Zabransky
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Reunions Shiller-Hejl families The annual Shiller-Hejl reunion will be held this Saturday, June 2, 2007, at SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville, which is located outside Taylor. Lunch will be served at 12 noon with a meeting following at approximately 1:15 p.m. There will be a country store auction after the meeting. Lunch will be potluck with plates, plasticware, napkins, cups, coffee, and tea provided. For further information, contact Eileen J. Shiller (512) 856-2205; (512) 496-1496; email e.shiller@att.net. Submitted by, Alton Dickerson Lodge 29, Taylor
Valicek family The descendants of John and Pauline Valicek will hold their reunion on Saturday, June 9, 2007, at St. John’s Parish Hall (next to the Catholic Church) in St. John, Texas. Registration begins at 9 a.m. The meal will be served at noon with drinks to be provided. Please bring a dessert. A meeting will follow. Please bring an item for the silent auction to help defray the costs. To reserve and be assured of a meal, you must RSVP by June 1 to either John E. Valicek (830) 964-5813, (830) 237-7748/cell, (830) 964-5814/fax; or Martha Macha (832) 595-9380. Submitted by, Martha Macha Lodge 28, East Bernard
Vajdak family The 54th Annual Vajdak Reunion is Sunday, June 10 at SPJST Lodge 9, Snook. Please bring a covered dish. We will have a noon meal. Share items from your yard with the plant and seed exchange. Bingo will be back! Bring pictures of your house and garden. Bring or email a recipe for the Vajdak Cookbook. An ancestral recipe would be most desirable. For more information, email Carla.Welch@yahoo.com. Submitted by, Carla Welch Lodge 9, Snook
June 2 Descendants of Anton and Alouise Jancak Kelner family—at the American Legion Hall, East Bernard, Texas, 12 noon to 9 p.m. For information, contact Helen A. Kelner, Secretary/Lodge 28, East Bernard (281) 342-2624; or Helen Vrana, Treasurer/Lodge 28, East Bernard (979) 532-3622. June 2 Descendants of Josef and Anna (Junek) Mareš family—at St. Cyril and Methodius Parish Hall Cistern, Texas, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, contact Pat Mareš Keller, daughter of William (Bill) and Stella Mareš and granddaughter of Cyril and Gustie Mareš (210) 827-3280. Submitted by Katherine Morris Smith, Lodge 47, Seaton. June 2 Descendants of Joe and Rose (Martis) Martinec—at Maxie and Linda Morgan’s home, 1709 North Houston Street, Cameron, Texas. For information, contact Linda Morgan (254) 697-6168; James Kocurek (512) 444-2527; or email ajkocurek@yahoo.com. Submitted by Linda Morgan, Lodge 24, Cyclone. June 3 Descendants of Vaclav and Mary Vasiček Sliva and the Ignac Kocurek, Charles Kahanek, Joseph Sliva, Anton Sliva, Ludvik Sliva, and Frank Hamala families— at the new American Legion Hall, El Campo, Texas. Chuck and Joanna Kocurek Schwartzkopf, Lodge 40, Hillje-El Campo. June 3 Stojanik-Pavlasek-Kubala-SkrhakPospisil families—at SPJST Lodge 20, Granger Hall, Granger, Texas. Contact the reunion committee for information: Monica Stojanik (512) 859-2593; or Irene Cavanaugh (254) 527-3205. Submitted by Monica Stojanik, Lodge 20, Granger. June 9 Mrazek family—at the American Legion Hall, Bishop, Texas. For information, call Vivian Williams (361) 949-7646 or (361) 877-1049; or Darlene Mrazek Edwards (361) 3874906. Submitted by Darlene Edwards, Lodge 117, Robstown. June 9 Descendants of Jan (John) and Anna Hruska Zabcik—at Ocker Brethren Church Fellowship Hall,
Temple, Texas. Registration: $10/adult; children under 6 free. Contact Pat Marek Hejl (512) 8592652; or email phejl@totalaccess.net for information. Submitted by Pat Marek Hejl, Lodge 20, Granger. June 10 Hejl family—at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall, Seaton, Texas. For information, call Barbara Hejl (254) 778-3558. Submitted by Barbara Hejl, Lodge 47, Seaton.
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June 16 Sebek family—at SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone, Flag Hall. For information, call (254) 985-2361. Submitted by Bernice Sebek, Lodge 24, Cyclone. June 23 Elzner family—at Bayfront Inn, Corpus Christi, Texas. For information, call (361) 850-8844. Submitted by Jerry Elzner, Lodge 79, Corpus Christi. —SPJST—
In Memoriam Expression of Sympathy We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 48, Beyersville, Texas, and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest and most sincere sympathy to the family and friends of our departed lodge brother, CALVIN EDVIN MIKULENCAK, age 82, who was called home on Tuesday, May 15, 2007. Calvin was born August 27, 1924, in Taylor, Texas, to Frank and Mary (Pokorny) Mikulencak. Visitation was Thursday, May 17 at Providence Calvin Mikulencak Funeral Home from 6 to 8 p.m. with a short prayer service at 7 p.m. Celebration of life services were at 10 a.m. Friday, May 18 at Providence Funeral Home with Pastor Jon Bielfeldt officiating. Burial followed at Taylor City Cemetery. On October 6, 1946, Calvin was married to Dorothy Hilda Freda Randig in Beeville. He lived in Thrall for most of his life. Calvin was a metal furnace operator at Alcoa for 32 years. Calvin was a member of SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville and St. John Lutheran Church in Thrall. He loved spending time with his family and working in his yard and garden. Calvin was always smiling and thus acquired his nickname, “Smiley.” He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Rudolph, Daniel, and Albert; sisters Ruth and Mary; and son-in-law Dave Thompson. Calvin is survived by his loving wife of over 60 years, Dorothy Mikulencak of Thrall; sons Harvey
and Michelle Mikulencak of Austin, William (Bill) and Pam Mikulencak of Taylor, Calvin and Nancy Mikulencak of Taylor, and Darrell and Jennifer Mikulencak of Thrall; daughters Alice and Gaylon Finn of Coupland, Betty and Darrell Malish of Thrall, Lisa Thompson of Pflugerville, and Linda and Craig Albert of Thrall; brother Frank and Dorothy Mikulencak of Taylor; and in-laws LaVerne and Walter Stephens, Kitty and Richard (Dick) Randig, Doris and Melvin (Mac) Randig, all of Taylor. He was loved by his grandchildren who also survive him: Shane and Lindsay Mikulencak, Chris and Kate Mikulencak, Tessa and David Daniel, Melanie and Lauren Mikulencak, Stephanie and Josh Ochoa, Beau Finn, Misty, Kristina, Matthew, and Kacy Malish, Landon Mikulencak, Chelsea and Zachary Thompson, Ashton and Allison Albert; stepgrandchildren Adam and Patti Woods and Jason Woods; and great-grandchildren Ava Mikulencak, Ella Mikulencak, and Brodie Connell. Pallbearers were Shane Mikulencak, Chris Mikulencak, Beau Finn, Matthew Malish, Zachary Thompson, Kenny Mikulencak, Dennis Mikulencak, and Clarence Marx. Honorary pallbearers were his grandchildren, step-grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church in Thrall or the charity of your choice in Calvin’s memory. Friends are invited to share their words of comfort in an online tribute at www.Providencefuneralhome.com in Calvin Mikulencak’s memory. Providence Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. May our departed brother rest in eternal peace. Resolution Committee Alice Wuensche Ruth Ann Wuensche —SPJST—
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SPJST Youth Section District Two Beseda Dancers to perform June 3 at Seaton picnic Dear Readers, District Two Beseda Dancers will perform at the Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall Picnic on Sunday, June 3. Plan to attend for good food, games, and lots of fun! Kyle Hoelscher —SPJST—
District Two youth plan summer activities Dear Members, Only a few more days and our 2006-2007 youth year will be complete. The year did fly past us very quickly. We have so many great things going for District Two in the 2007-2008 year. I hope you are making plans to attend all these fun activities within your lodge and district. District Two YAD Sunday, July 22 in Elgin The day’s schedule will follow the same format as in the past. All kolaches will be auctioned off by silent or live auction. It was voted on at the youth leaders’ district training for proceeds to go to the Education and Nature Center. The ENC seems more of a reality than ever before thanks to great work on John’s part. As it states in the rule book, YAD cards must be turned in 20 days prior to YAD. This puts the deadline 2 days before I leave for camp. Do not bring any YAD cards to camp! I am asking that all cards be turned in as soon as possible and by June 25. I will even take them a few at a time. Make sure you check all cards, birth dates, category, recipes, etc. Let your youth
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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 leaders know when you get them ready, and they will make arrangements to get them from you. All talent needs to be approved by the youth leader. Youth leaders need to see and hear the act. If there are any questions, please contact me. Remember, check on time limits and be sure it is age appropriate. We are hoping this will prevent problems at district and State YAD. This must be done before your YAD cards are turned in. I am in need of the Youth Achiever awards as soon as possible. This is to recognize our active 2007 graduating seniors. These youth will be recognized at District YAD. Please be present to accept your award. Quarterly Reports and Point Sheets Youth Leaders: Quarterly reports and point sheets are due no later than June 15. Be sure yours are in on time. Camp Hope Friday, July 6 at 10 a.m. to Monday, July 9 at 5 p.m. Please note the change of departure time. A mandatory meeting is scheduled for all chaperones. It will be held Tuesday, June 12 at 7 p.m. at Star Hall and if needed, on Saturday, June 23 at 9 a.m. (location to be announced). There are new state, Camp Hope, and District Two rules. Please get in touch with me as soon as possible if you are interested in chaperoning. There will be a Day Camp (not associated with our camp) going on at the same time that we will be camping. They will not interfere with our camp. We are proud to also have District Four joining us this year. Due to safety and insurance liability, the camp grounds will remain locked most of the time. I am very pleased that Camp Hope takes such measures to be certain we are safe. Due to this, we will schedule a time for visitors to come to camp. As soon as we get our schedule complete, we will let everyone know the scheduled visit time. I just
received forms which are required by Camp Hope. The previous horseback form many of you signed has been replaced with a new one. Correct horseback attire is a must. There are now four Camp Hope forms which require signatures for all campers and chaperones. These must be signed in order to camp. All notarized camp forms and other Camp Hope forms are due to me no later than June 16. Camp Hope is hiring extra staff for our camp, and they need to know our numbers to accommodate us.
cards and tapes, royalty speeches, and autobiographies. July 2 Absolute final day for YAD cards. July 6 Camp begins at 10 a.m. July 9 Camp ends at 5 p.m. July 22 District Two YAD in Elgin 10 to 11:15 a.m. - Registration
June 1 Youth Achiever Forms due
August 4 State YAD in Killeen
June 1 to 3 LIT Workshop
September 16 District Two Fall Meeting in Elgin Christmas Ornament Contest
June 9 Swim Party, 6 to 9 p.m. Summit Pool in Temple Bring snacks. Drinks will be provided. Guests invited. June 12 Camp Chaperone Training, 7 p.m. SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall June 15 Camp Forms due June 23 Camp Chaperone Training, 9 a.m. (if needed, location TBA) June 25 YAD cards due. Remember only approved talent
October 20 Six Flags Over Texas December 7 District Two Youth Leader/Camp Chaperone Christmas Party December 14 District Two Lock-in I am so proud to have Lodge 29, Taylor going strong—thanks to Youth Leaders Cristy and Tammy! They now have 14 youth club members. Congratulations! Please remember, I am only a phone call away if I can help. I always welcome your suggestions and ideas. My phone numbers are (254)
Lodge 13, Dime Box Youth Club Presents 2007 - 2008 Officers
The 2007-2008 officers of Lodge 13, Dime Box Youth Club are, front, left to right, Flag Bearer William Jatzlau, Sergeant-at-Arms Mary Pinkard, Flag Bearer Patrick David, Sergeant-at-Arms Kyle Lehmann, and Reporter Clint Lehmann. BACK: Treasurer Erin Jatzlau, Vice President John Russell, President Curtis Ford, and Secretary Marc Klecak.
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985-2396 - home; (254) 718-1606 cell; (254) 773-2197 - work. Also, my new email address is p_koslovsky@yahoo.com. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—
District Seven Camp June 7 - 10 WOW Camp Bandera, Texas District Seven Campers, District Seven Camp will be held at Woodmen of the World Camp in Bandera, Texas. Camp will begin on
Thursday, June 7 at 6 p.m. and end on Sunday, June 10 at 12:30 p.m. We will begin camp on Thursday, June 7 with pizza. Below is a list of items that each camper needs to bring to camp: • Clothes for three days of camping (proper attire required) • Set of clothes that may get ruined with the mud • Personal items (toothbrush, toothpaste, brush or comb, soap, shampoo, deodorant, sunscreen, bug repellent) • Bath towel, wash cloth, beach towel, floaties (for those who need them) • Swimsuit • Sleepwear • Tennis shoes (flip flops may be worn in the cabin but not for
walking around outside) • Comfortable shoes that have closed toes to wear to the pool (water shoes would be best) • Flashlight • Sheets for twin bed, light blanket or sleeping bag, pillow • Any medicine that you may need. (must be checked in with the nurse at the beginning of camp) • No money will be needed. • A good attitude. If you come with a bad one, please check it in at the door. You can pick it up after camp. • No cell phones will be needed. We have no service up there. • No gameboys will be allowed out of the vehicles. • I would not recommend any electric equipment (CD players, radios, MP3 players, etc.). I will
Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club Honors Mothers Dear Readers, Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club had a party in May to honor our moms. We each said a poem and presented our mom with a pink flower. Some of the moms cried. Thank
you to our assistant youth leader, Betty Macalik, for coming up with such a special tribute to our wonderful moms! Blake Ryan —SPJST—
TOP LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 25 youth April and Misty Dvorak with their mom, Jennifer. TOP CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 25 youth Austen Holland with his mom Kristy. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 25 youth Hayley Slovak and her mom Sandra.
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 25 youth Brandon and Amanda Droste with their mom, Allis. RIGHT
PHOTO: Youth club members Paige and Pierce Tignor and younger brother with their mom, Lisa.
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not be responsible if it is broken or taken, neither will the camp or any other chaperones.
Lodge 24, Cyclone youth wins World’s Best Cheerleading honors The World’s Best! That is the title that Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club member Shannon Godwin of Rogers, along with 19 of her teammates from Extreme Cheer and Tumble in Belton, earned at the Nation’s Best Cheerleader Companies (NCCL) Final Destination Championship in Baltimore, Maryland, on May 5. The competition is the culmination of a year-long competition schedule in which the Level 2, Senior Prep team won a national championship with both American Cheer Power ND Redline Cheer Company. The team also earned high point Level 2 champion at both the Patriotic Championship and the State Championship sponsored by Cheer Power. Competitive cheerleading is a growing sport with thousands of youth participating world wide. Each 20-member team performs a two and a half minute routine which includes tumbling, stunting, cheering and dancing. The World Champion Team from Extreme Cheer and Tumble in Belton outscored its closest competitor by 60 points and received no deductions on the performance. Highlights from the competition will air on Fox Sports Southwest on July 4. —SPJST—
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My cell phone number is (210) 535-4916, but I will not have service at camp. Fraternally yours, Wendy Pruski District Seven Youth Counselor —SPJST—
Lodge 13 Dime Box Youth Club elects officers Dear Readers, I would like to congratulate Dawn Rackel on her graduating as Valedictorian of the class of 2007. Dawn also has been an active youth club member for many years. We will miss her very much. Good luck in the future, Dawn. I would also like to congratulate the new officers for our club: President Curtis Ford Vice President John Russell Secretary Marc Klecak Treasurer Erin Jatzlau Reporter Clint Lehmann Sergeant-at-Arms Kyle Lehmann and Mary Pinkard Flag Bearers Patrick David and William Jatzlau Fraternally, John Russell, age 15 —SPJST—
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Lodge 17 New Tabor youth: no more homework Lodge 17 New Tabor youth thanks SPJST It is with a heavy heart that I write this letter. It will be my last letter as an SPJST youth club member. SPJST has been a big part of my life the last five years. I have made many friends and hope to continue those relationships. I would like to thank the SPJST adult members for always being positive role models—Mr. Gaas, Mr. Trcalek, Mr. Hildebrand, Mr. Mrnustik, Mrs. Trcalek, Mrs. Henry, Mrs. Suehs, Mrs. Narro, Mrs. Skrabanek, Mr. Victorick, Mr. Orsag, and my mom. Thank you to Mrs. Melanie and Mr. John for all the years of support you have provided throughout my youth club experiences. All of you have played a vital role in helping me become the person I am and will become. It is my hope that one day, I too, will be a positive role model. Thank you again for five great years. Respectfully submitted, Marcus Blum Editor’s Note: Marcus, I remember the first time we met. You were a somewhat shy incoming freshman. You’ve grown into a young man—a young leader. I am so proud of you. Best wishes in all you do. —SPJST—
Dear Readers, Well, school is almost over. No more homework for a while! I hope to spend my summer working at my part time job. This job helps me to pay for gas in my truck, put a little in savings, and a little in my pocket so I can do fun stuff. I hope you all have a great summer. Nathan Blum —SPJST—
Lodge 17 New Tabor youth excited about summer camps Dear Readers, Are you ready for the summer? I am! My summer is packed full of camps. My first camp is the LIT retreat on June 1 to 3. It will be my first year to attend LIT. I’m looking forward to learning to be a good leader through SPJST. Fraternally submitted, Meghan Blum —SPJST—
Lodge 24, Cyclone youth expresses thanks Thank you to everyone who sponsored me and the Extreme Cheer team and made it possible for us to get to Maryland to earn this fantastic honor.
Blake Takes the Cake! Celebrating a birthday in the month of May is Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club member Blake Ryan.
Special thanks to my following sponsors. I very much appreciate your support. Albert and Mary Ann Vrazel Alfred Vrazels’ Polka Show Andel Financial Cameron Lion's Club Cox and Bond Dental Doggett’s Bar-B-Q Donald and Nancy Godwin Julie Sulak - State Farm Insurance Karen, Barry and Malory Katie Ryan Keith and Teresa Andel Mom, Dad and Jarrod SPJST Tropical Tans Vrazel Bros. Farms
Fraternally, Shannon Godwin —SPJST—
Scenes from Lodge 89, Rosebud Youth Club
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 89, Rosebud Youth Club members participate in the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum Discovery Hunt activity. They are, left to right, Kayla Benner, Jonathan Benner, Jimmy Baker, Justin Benner, and Mandy Baker, front. CENTER PHOTO: Taking a break and trying to stay warm at SPJST District Two Core Challenge on March 3 at
Lions Park in Temple are, left to right, Mandy, Jimmy, and Mason Baker and Kayla, Jonathan, and Kassie Benner, all of Lodge 89. In the background are Colton, Melanie, and Chris Regan, all of Lodge 47, Seaton. RIGHT PHOTO: Visiting at the District Two Spring Meeting are Trent Coots, left, of Lodge 24, Cyclone and Jimmy Baker of Lodge 89.
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Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club collects . . .
Lodge 39, Bryan youth: don’t mess with Texas
Dear Readers, We are often asked, “What all does your youth club collect?” Here is a short list of items (new or used):
Dear Readers, We had our meeting and Join Hands Day together on May 5, 2007. We did not have a good turn out because we had a lot of birthdays at that time. My birthday was the next day, and my mom’s was on Monday. So, they had a big cake for all the May birthdays. We cleaned the side of OSR Road. There was a lot of trash. So, members, please remember Do Not Mess with Texas. Throw your trash in the trash can. We did not have enough
Cell phones Ink cartridges Pop-tops (aluminum can tabs) Campbell’s labels Box Tops for Education Eyeglasses Treats for Troops Jerrod Ryan, President —SPJST—
youth members for a meeting, so I sat in the adult meeting. We played dominoes. The youth put off all business until June. We will elect officers then. So all members, please attend. Dylan Roesler, President —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club elects officers Dear Readers, Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club had its monthly meeting on May 6, 2007. We elected new officers. They will
• • • Kolache Recipes from the SPJST Cookbook • • •
Kolaches 2 cups milk 6 to 6 1/2 cups flour 1/8 pound bakery yeast (2 ounces) 2 Tablespoons sugar 1 Tablespoon salt 2 whole eggs 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup melted oleo 1/4 cup melted Crisco shortening 2 egg yolks Scald milk; then put in large bowl, when lukewarm. Add the yeast and the 2 Tablespoons sugar, while you’re waiting for the yeast to rise to the top. Beat the eggs and sugar until thick, add to milk. Mixture – add the flour and salt and stir. Then add the melted oleo and Crisco and mix well. Let rest about 30 minutes or so, then mix until smooth. Set in a warm place and let rise until double in size, then make into balls and put them on greased cookie sheets. Brush the balls with butter (melted oleo) and let rise until double in size, then make wells in center of balls. Add filling. Let stand until double in size. Bake at 350 until lightly browned. Take out of oven and brush with melted oleo. (I glaze kolaches with powdered sugar glaze.) Powder Sugar Glaze 1 pound powdered sugar 1/3 cup milk 3 Tablespoons melted oleo 1 teaspoon vanilla Lydia Jansen Lodge 29, Taylor —SPJST—
Kolaches 1 large can evaporated milk (add water to make 2 cups liquid) 1-1/2 Tablespoons yeast 2/3 cup oleo 1 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup sugar 2 eggs, plus 1 egg yolk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla (optional) 6 cups flour, approximate Dissolve yeast and 1 Tablespoon sugar in a small amount of warm water. Let bubble. Add about 2 cups flour. Beat eggs, add sugar, salt, and oleo. Add yeast mixture. Add rest of flour or enough to make a soft dough. Let rise until double in bulk. Roll out. Cut in circles. Place on cookie sheet. Brush with oleo, let rise, make an indent, add favorite fruit, let rise. Bake 375 degrees until lightly browned. Gladys Marek Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
Kolaches 2-1/2 cups milk 1 cup pet canned milk 3 packages dry yeast 3/4 cup shortening, melted 3/4 cup sugar 4 egg yolks 3 teaspoons salt 8 to 10 cups flour Warm milk and add yeast, sugar, and salt. Add shortening and beaten egg yolks, then add flour to make a soft dough. After dough has risen, make small balls and place on cookie sheets. Let rise again then press dents in the middle and fill with your
favorite fruit filling. Bake at 350 degrees until brown. (Before baking, I top the fruit filling with streusel using the following.) Streusel 1 cup sugar 1 cup flour 1 stick oleo Alice Svoboda Lodge 10, Shiner —SPJST—
Kolaches 1 large can evaporated milk 1-1/2 cups water 1 Tablespoon salt 3 or 4 eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 stick margarine, melted 1/2 cup sugar 2 yeast cakes 8 cups flour, unsifted Soak yeast in 1/3 cup warm water and add 1 teaspoon sugar. Let set until yeast is soft enough to dissolve. Warm the milk and remaining water. Combine the two liquids and add margarine, eggs, and salt. Now add about half of the flour and mix well. Continue adding flour until dough is softer than bread dough, but manageable. Knead until dough is elastic and smooth. Butter the top of the dough. Cover with cloth and set in a warm place. When it has doubled in bulk, punch the dough down and begin shaping into balls. Place on buttered baking sheet and let rise until light. Make a depression in the center of each ball and fill with filling. Bake at 400 degrees until brown (20 to 25 minutes). Patricia Hillman Lodge 15, Buckholts —SPJST—
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begin their positions in June. The new officers are: President Crystal Morris Vice President Neal Rabroker Secretary Ashlynn Zavodny Treasurer Jerry Pechal Reporter Matthew Hoelscher Sergeant-at-Arms Chris Zavodny Flag Bearers Josef Morris and Brandon Hoelscher Our next meeting will be Monday, June 4. See you then. Matthew Hoelscher, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 258 Seguin youth Jarrod Jenke wins ROTC award Jarrod Jenke, President of Lodge 258, Seguin Youth Club, was awarded “Most Outstanding Performance” as a cadet on the Seguin High School Navy Junior ROTC Armed Drill Team, the Mad Dogs. The award, normally awarded to a junior, was awarded to Jarrod, a freshman in the 2006-2007 school year. In the 2007-2008 school year, Jarrod will be in his second year of ROTC and will participate on the Varsity Armed Drill Team. Proud parents are Curry and Kimberly Jenke, younger siblings Kailee and Casey Jenke, grandparents SPJST State FAC Chester and Colleen Jenke, and aunt and uncle Carrie and Steve Origas. Congratulations, Jarrod! We are very proud of you! —SPJST—
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Czech language: group reads, speaks, listens
to approximately 8:30 p.m. Listening to Czech, and reading and speaking Czech are key in keeping the language alive. Na shledanou. —SPJST—
Interested in conversing with others in Czech? Want to read Czech? Want to just sit and listen to Czech being spoken? Then join in for an extemporaneous Czech language class. The group meets each Tuesday for an informal evening of reading and speaking Czech at the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home, No. 1, Taylor, 500 East Lake Drive, Taylor, Texas from 6:30
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.
Bernard, Texas: Czech music; plate lunch and drive thru plates-to-go; arts/crafts; cake walk; kid games; plenty of kolaches for sale; Czech costumres welcome. Booth info (979) 335-4827; General (979) 3357907; Raffle (979) 335-4473; or visiti www.kkfest.com
May 30 Czech Film Series hosted by Harris County CHS—at the CHS Library, 4117 Willowbend, Houston, 7 p.m. Films are subtitled in English. Light refreshments are usually served. No admission charge. For information, call CHS Reporter Lillian Pivonka (713) 8617403.
June 9 River Road Chamber Music Festival—at the Armstrong Browning Library in Waco, Texas, 7:30 p.m.: Violinist/Professor Noel Martin, University of St. Thomas, Houston and Baylor University, Waco with 10 musicians. Free admission.
June 9 17th Annual Kolache-Klobase Festival—at Riverside Hall, East
Concert of Czech music: June 9 in Waco Noel Martin, violinist and Professor at University of St. Thomas in Houston and Baylor University in Waco, with 10 musicians, presents A Concert of Czech Music of Dvorak, Smetana, Janacek on June 9, 2007, in the Armstrong Browning Library in Waco, Texas.
Czec h Cultural Calendar
Through June 1 CCCH Hosts Exhibit - “The History of the Brave Czech Nation” and a few (insignificant) world events— The Biggest Pop-up Book in the World! —at CCCHouston in the Third Floor Loft, 4920 San Jacinto at Wichita in the Museum District. Viewing hours are Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Larger groups by appointment, please. For more information, please call (713) 528-2060; or email czech@czechcenter.org.
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June 14, 15 TCGS/SPJST Library Workday— in Temple, Texas. For details on any TCGS event or project, please contact TCGS President Charlene Hurta, 1231 CR 201A, Angleton, Texas 77515; (979) 849-0348; or email fhurta@brazosport.edu. July 21 CHS’s Annual Youth Day—at TCHCC Fair Pavilion: hay rides, folk dancing, ice cream making, corn husking, shelling and grinding, games. Ages five to 15 (five to 10 accompanied by parent or guardian). $5 donation toward lunch per child/person. For information, call (888) 785-4500.
Free Admission This free admission concert, a part of The River Road Chamber Music Festival, commences at 7:30 p.m. The Czech Cultural Center Houston encourages you to attend this beautiful masters music concert. Mr. Martin’s ensemble will perform
at the Czech Center in Houston in the near future as a part of its Musical Series Concerts. Effie M. Rosene CCCH Chairman/President —SPJST—
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Polka Party Cruise with Red Ravens February 3 - 10, 2008 Southern Caribbean, including Montague Bay, Jamaica, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, Cozumel, Mexico Depart and return Galveston
Branson Christmas November 25 to December 1, 2007 8 Shows and More! Most Meals Included.
JoAnn’s Travel (979) 793-6855 (Book Early)
Four seats left 5 European Country Tour August ’07
Call Jim or Malvina Slovak ABCATS Travel (361) 578-0828 email: czechtravel@abcatstravel.com See www.abcatstravel.com
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SPJST sponsors Texas Polka Music Museum CD SPJST and the Texas Polka Music Museum (TPMM) proudly announces the TPMM’s new CD titled “Bands of Texas, Vol. 1.” It’s the first in a planned series of Texas polka music from the past and present that will become a collectible set of Texas music history that also helps support the TPMM. 16 Songs — 50 Minutes of Polka Bands of Texas Volume 1 contains 16 bands presenting 16 songs, and over 50 minutes of Texas polka
music. Each CD not only has the music but a photo and a brief history of each band on the recording. Volume 1 is sponsored by SPJST, and dedicated to Brenda Kocian, cofounder and first President of TPMM. The music was donated by the bands and individuals to help preserve Texas polka music and its history. It comes from present day studio recordings, old 78’s, as well as live recordings. Order Your CD Today The CD’s are available at dances and festivals from participating bands, stores that normally sell Texas polka music, TPMM members as
well as mail order. See the ad below for more information on the CD and ordering your copies. Plans for Volume 2 Plans for the Volume 2 are already being made, and more music donations are needed. Currently active bands (or family members of bands from the past with vintage recordings) willing to donate them to the project, should contact TPMM. Format of the music does not matter; it can be CD, 78’s, 45’s, 33 1/3 LP’s, 8-track, cassette, reel to reel. A music donation form is on the TPMM web site www.Texaspolkamuseum.com.
(979) 589-2600. TPPM at La Grange Funds from this project and any other donations or memorials will be used to build and maintain the Texas Polka Music Museum at the La Grange site. —SPJST—
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THE TEXAS POLKA MUSIC MUSEUM proudly announces the first TPPM Music Collection SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek presents a check for $2,000 to Glen Chervenka of the Texas Polka Music Museum. SPJST is proudly sponsoring the TPPM’s “Bands of Texas, Vol. 1” CD which features 16 bands presenting 16 songs and more than 50 minutes of Texas polka music. Mr. Chervenka is also presenting the first CD to President Vanicek.
BANDS OF TEXAS, VOL. 1 Proudly sponsored by SPJST This CD dedicated in memory of Brenda Kocian co-founder and first President of TPMM
16 Great Selections by Texas Bands
Public Invited
SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton
Star Hall Annual Picnic 5 Miles East of Temple on Highway 53 Sunday, June 3, 2007 T.A.T.P.A. Sanctioned Tractor Pull Saturday, June 2 - 11 a.m. and Sunday, June 3 - 11 a.m Fried Chicken and Homemade Sausage with All the Trimmings Serving Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. • Plates-To-Go Also Hamburgers/Fries - 2 p.m. til ? • Games for All Ages Musical Entertainment by Keith, Billy and Friends Horseshoe Tournament (sign-up at 12 noon, pitching starts at 1 p.m.) Bake Sale - Kolaches • Cakes • Pies Auction at 4 p.m. • Antique Display Free Entertainment Throughout the Day! Entertainment and Fun for Everyone! Your Past and Present Patronage is Always Appreciated.
Polka Time in Texas.........................................Bobby Jones Czech Band Behind the Blacksmith Shop Waltz ..................Fritz Hodde/Fabulous Six Red Rose Polka .......................Harry Czarnek and The Texas Dutchmen When Children Sleep Waltz .......................................The Praha Brothers Alamo Schottische......................................Louie and His Old Time Band Band Leader Polka ............................................The Vrazels’ Polka Band Juladja (Julida) Polka..........................................Frank H. Migl Orchestra Saturday Night Waltz..............................................The Seven Dutchmen Across The Texas Plains Polka....................................The Combinations Kenny Bass Polka .....................................................Texas Sound Check Memories Waltz................................................Wence Shimek Orchestra Rita Polka .............................................................Czech and Then Some Schunkelparade Waltz Medley.....................New Braunfels Village Brass I Love to Dance Polka........................................Mark Halata and Texavia Circling Pigeons Laendler .............................The Round Top Brass Band Paul Jones Medley....................................................Joe Patek Orchestra Bands of Texas Vol. 1 presents 16 songs and over 50 minutes of music from the past and present. Each CD contains a history and photo of each band. Bands of Texas Vol. 1 is the first in a planned series that will document Texas polka music and help support the Texas Polka Music Museum (TPMM). To order your first in this series of collectible CDs, see the web at www.texaspolkamuseum.com, or send $15 plus $4 S/H to: TPMM • 7088 Creek Shadows Drive • Bryan, Texas 77808 For info, call Glen Chervenka (979) 589-2600
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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. For hall rental information, call (979) 966-3795. 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, June 1—Social, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 2—Marek reunion Sunday, June 3—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, June 9—Krizan reunion Sunday, June 10—RVOS No. 46 meeting/lunch Friday, June 15—McLennan County Crop Tour Friday, June 15—Social/games, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, June 17—Soukup reunion Saturday, June 23—Girard reunion Friday, June 29—Malone Co-op annual meeting Saturday, June 30—Lenart families reunion 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) 593-2222. 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, June 10—Harry Czarnek and the Texas Dutchmen, polka/waltz/mix music, 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person Sunday, June 24—Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, 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) 281-4534. 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 Sunday, June 3—Green’s reunion Saturday, June 9—Open Saturday, June 16—Sebek’s reunion Sunday, June 17—Ocker Brethren Church BBQ Fund Raiser Saturday, June 23—Rogers Baseball Association Fund Raiser Saturday, June 30—Private wedding Saturday, July 7—Private wedding Saturday, July 14—Open Saturday, July 21—Private wedding Saturday, July 28—Open 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 Saturday, June 2—Rental Sunday, June 3—Youth club meeting Saturday, June 9—Wedding Thursday, June 14—SPJST Lodge 25 meeting Saturday, June 16—Rental Saturday, June 23—Rental 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) 875-8381 and leave a message. LODGE 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December. LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Meetings are held at the Wharton County Library, 746 Clubside Drive in East Bernard. LODGE 29, TAYLOR Friday, June 1—Fritz Hodde Friday, June 8—Texas Pioneers Wednesday, June 13—Bobby Jay Five Band Friday, June 15—The Lawmen Friday, June 22—Edward Kopecky’s Czech Band Wednesday, June 27—Bobby Jay Five Band Friday, June 29—Earl Beatty 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 49, ROWENA Lodge meetings are on the first Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 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 51, ELLINGER Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at the Ellinger Fire Department.
LODGE 35, ELK Saturday, June 9—Cherokee Rose Saturday, June 23—Heart of Texas Road Gang Saturday, June 30—35 South
LODGE 54, WEST Lodge meetings are the first Friday in March, June, and November and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. Please note: Youth club meetings are held at Lone Star Hall every second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (254) 826-5990 (night); or (254) 826-5343 (day).
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 63, SWEET HOME Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.
LODGE 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m.
LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 3 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. 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 73, SEYMOUR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 12 p.m.
LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Sunday, June 10—Family Day/50-year Presentation/Catered Meal at 12 noon. Members are asked to bring desserts for the catered noon meal. Friday, Saturday/June 29, 30—Private rental
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. SP12371416574; AL17460607355. For hall rentals, call Linda Hill (254) 657-9595; or the lodge hall (254) 6572485.
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. We have $100 nights every week and a $650 jackpot also every week. 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 Sunday, June 3—Annual Picnic: See advertisement on page 29 for information. Saturday, June 9—Clarence and Laverne Pechal 50th anniversary: music by Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five Saturday, June 16—Open Saturday, June 23—Vrazels’ Polka Band 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 nonsmoking facility. 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 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 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) 8548423.
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) 352-4397; or Ben Jarma (214) 3481514. For rentals, call Bessie Petr (214) 8263557. 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 88, HOUSTON Saturday, June 2—Jack Melick, big band. *Dress Code. $12 per person. Sunday, June 3—Homecoming, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. - barbecue/all the trimmings served, adults $7; children under 12, $4; Lodge 88, Houston members free with current dues card; desserts available from the Birthday Club Sisters; youth club will sell homemade ice cream.; - 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.-Lodge 88 Orchestra; 12:15 p.m.-Lodge 88 Choral Group; 2 to 7 p.m. - Battle Dance with the Dutchmasters and the Dujka Brothers, polka/variety, $8 per person Members, guests, friends, and families invited. $1 draft beer, homemade hamburgers. We are a non-smoking facility. Outdoor smoking area available. Saturday, June 9—Knights of Dixie, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person
VĚSTNÍK Saturday, June 16—Texas Sound Check, polka/variety. $7 per person Saturday, June 23—Czech and Then Some, polka/variety. $8 p/p Saturday, June 30—No dance
Lodge hall: 1435 Beall Street at W 15th, Houston, Texas. 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. 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 Please note: Country/western and polka dances are now four hours. Sunday, June 3—Randy and the 92nd Road House Band 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 dances 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-to-date 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.
Wednesday, May 30, 2007 LODGE 135, ENNIS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. LODGE 139, DANBURY 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) 922-1553. LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., at the Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle in Sealy. LODGE 142, HOUSTON Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Meetings are held at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street at W 15th, Houston, Texas. For information, contact Lodge 142, Houston President Keith Kieschnick (713) 868-1981; or Secretary Alice Jochen (979) 743-3613. 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. Youth club meetings are the third Sunday at 5 p.m. LODGE 155, AUSTIN Lodge meetings are held quarterly on Sundays. Contact Secretary Ginny Prasatik (512) 4721721 for meeting location, date, and time.
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.
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) 5731612.
LODGE 94, WHEELOCK Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 1 p.m.
LODGE 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are held on the second Sunday of every other month at 1 p.m.
LODGE 97, PLACEDO Friday, June 8—Lodge 97, Placedo adult lodge meeting at Golden Corral, 6 p.m.
LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in April, July, October, and January at 2 p.m.
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 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 172, PASADENA Saturday, June 2—Texas Roadrunners Saturday, July 7—Forever Country Lodge hall is located at 3609 Preston Road in Pasadena. 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. The hall is available for rentals for your special event. For information, call Vicki at (281) 542-1774. Dances are held on the first Saturday of each month, unless otherwise notified. Dancing hours are from 8 p.m. until midnight. Admission is $6 per adult and children 12 years
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and under are free. For inquiry or reservations, call lodge phone (281) 487-3297; or email Richard Smaistrla rrsmistr@sbcglobal.net. We need your name, your phone number and how many will be in your party. Lodge 172 is a nonsmoking facility. BYOB is back.
Schulz (281) 351-1045 or (281) 373-9482 for information, rentals, or reservations.
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. Bingo every Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 1-74-1808390-7. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open.
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 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 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 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) 558-2400; 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) 4658538; or (972) 263-9031. LODGE 184, MOULTON Lodge monthly meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at the lodge hall. Beginning March 2007, meetings will begin at 7:30 p.m. 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. 1-74-2073309541002 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) 255-1554 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 195, CLEBURNE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 7 p.m. 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
LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m.
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. For information, contact (325) 676-5510. 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 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; 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) 303-4316. —SPJST—
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he SPJST was founded as a fraternal benefit society in 1897 by Czech pioneers in Texas to ensure the financial security of its members and their families by providing insurance products and options that offered members peace of mind while operating under the insurance laws of Texas. SPJST stands for Slovanska Podporujici Jednota Statu Texas, or Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas.
T O D A Y , SPJST is still providing peace of mind with a vast variety of life insurance products for members plus a whole lot more. The Society is committed to improving the quality of life for its members through a diversified network of lodges across the entire state of Texas. SPJST lodges sponsor a wide range of family-oriented activities and community service projects that positively impact the communities in which they are located. Czech heritage is proudly promoted, but SPJST membership is open to everyone. You become a member simply by purchasing life insurance. F A M I L Y - O R I E N T E D Activities may include presentations by musical or dance groups, dances, picnics, games, contests, summer camps, and youth activities. C O M M U N I T Y S E R V I C E Lodge members participate in service projects by contributing numerous volunteer hours in areas such as highway clean-ups, hospitals, nursing homes, and more. Plus, monetary donations may be made to sponsor non-profit organizations that benefit youth within the community. For members wishing to fulfill the American dream of home ownership, SPJST offers mortgage loans and mortgage protection to qualified members. SPJST also awards scholarships to deserving high school seniors and college undergraduates.
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