Vestnik 2007 09 12 by SPJST

Volume 95 Number 36

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H E R A L D

Humanity

Brotherhood

September 12, 2007

ISSN —07458800

State Royalty: Reign Begins with Westfest

Life Insurance Awareness Month is an educational campaign designed to get consumers to take stock of their life insurance needs and protect their loved ones through proper life insurance planning. Three in 10 adult Americans have no life insurance at all, and most with coverage need more than they have. Life insurance provides financial security for families in the event of death by helping surviving family members to meet immediate, ongoing and future financial obligations and objectives. Surveys consistently indicate that the vast majority of Americans believe that life insurance is an essential part of a sound financial plan. However, the unfortunate reality today is that 68 million Americans say they lack adequate life insurance protection. An SPJST sales agent can help you determine how much life insurance you and your family need through a no-cost life insurance evaluation. For more information, call the SPJST Home Office (800) 727-7578. —SPJST— The 2007-2008 SPJST State Royalty

~ Inside ~ Lodge 49 members ride float in parade Page 10 SPJST Home Office Expansion Update Page 12 Lodge 183 youth attend District Three Camp Page 16 Lodge 247 youth club visits zoo Page 16

Family Fun Dates ...............3 Interest Rates .....................3 Sales Seminar Schedule ...3 SL Meeting Minutes ...........4 District News ......................8 Lodge Section ..................10 Reunions...........................14 Youth .................................15 In Memoriam.....................17 Czech Culture...................18 Activities Calendar...........22

makes its first official appearance at the Westfest parade on Saturday, September 1. LEFT PHOTO: Riding on a black Corvette are State Duke Laramie Cass and State Duchess Kellie

Ihlenfeldt. RIGHT PHOTO: State King Colby Havemann and State Queen Lindsey Jones ride on a red Corvette. They are all from Lodge 17, New Tabor. More photos from Westfest will appear in next week’s Vestnik.

SPJST Members Meet, Mingle at End-of-Summer Getaway in Corpus Christi About 150 SPJST members met in Corpus Christi at the Emerald Beach Holiday Inn on August 10 to 12 for a fun weekend on the beach. LEFT PHOTO: Sarah Siptak of Lodge 4, Hallettsville assists during the magic show performed by Crazy Paul. The show was sponsored by Lodge 79, Corpus Christi. RIGHT PHOTO: Guests enjoy kolaches and snacks during the Howdy Party hosted by Lodge 79 on Friday night, August 10. Thanks to lodge members who baked more than 80 dozens of delicious kolaches for the party. More photos in next week’s Vestnik.

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SPJST HERALD

SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 (800) 727-7578 • (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-7447 www.spjst.com VESTNIK EDITOR AND DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-0807

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

District Five - Marceil Malak, 7444 Meiners Road, Ledbetter, Texas 78946-5118 - (979) 249-5940 District Six - Rita Vanek, P.O. Box 901, El Campo, Texas 77437 - (979) 543-6220 District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Texas 78130-3438 - (830) 625-8262 INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 F.M. 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Daniel Roznovsky, 2513 Custer Court, Irving, Texas 75062 - (972) 252-6763 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Dr., San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 234-8117 District Five - Helen Hegwood, 6702 Lindy Ann Lane, Houston, Texas 77008 - (713) 864-0489 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174 Lolita, Texas 77971 - (512) 874-4461 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 578 FM 1347, Stockdale, Texas 78160 - (830) 745-2702 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-0112 District Two - Tammy Whatley, P.O. Box 367, Weir, Texas 78674 - (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 - Hiram Dixon, FICF, LUTCF Mobile: (254) 231-7722 DISTRICT THREE - Johnny Wiseman, III, FICF (866) 703-9182 • Mobile: (817) 475-5448 email: johnwwiseman3@yahoo.com DISTRICT FOUR - Position currently vacant. Contact Philip McBee for assistance. (325) 784-9800 • Mobile: (325) 647-1949 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 STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR JOHN HOELSCHER Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0681 email: johnh@spjst.com DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Road, 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 CZECH HERITAGE MUSEUM (Formerly SPJST LAM) Administrator Sandi Wicker (254) 899-2935 email: ssandiwicker@aol.com

Editor’s Note

VĚSTNÍK

Awesome Advertising

It was a busy day on Saturday, September 1 for the SPJST Floats. Float I

headed to Rowena where the Lodge 49, Rowena members rode, and Float II headed to West for the Westfest parade with Lodge 183, Arlington and Lodge 154, Fort Worth members riding. The floats always bring many, many smiles to the faces of everyone who ride them—and see them. Thanks to the lodges and youth clubs who request the floats. It’s very good advertising for SPJST. Our fall and Christmas schedule is getting full. If you would like to host one of the floats in your city or community parade, please give me a call (254) 534-0807 or email melaniez@vvm.com to check availability. We are very proud of our floats and the effect that they achieve in parades. And, we appreciate all of the kind words and thoughtful expressions from our members. That certainly means a lot.

and at Westfest. Hats off to their parents and District One Youth Counselor Susan Skrabanek for their guidance and support. SL Meeting Minutes This week’s Vestnik includes the July Supreme Lodge meeting minutes on pages 4 to 7. I encourage you to take time to read the minutes to learn more about SPJST and the Supreme Lodge decisions.

Royal Reign at Westfest My compliments to newly crowned State King Colby Havemann, Queen Lindsey Jones, Duke Laramie Cass, and Duchess Kellie Ihlenfeldt, all of Lodge 17, New Tabor, on their first appearance at Westfest on September 1. They represented SPJST very well in the parade

Home Office Welcome SPJST Home Office employees recently met a beautiful baby girl born to Accounting Clerk Lori Coots and Danny R. Slack. Alexandra Nykole Slack was born July 26. She weighed five pounds, 13 ounces. She is the granddaughter of Doris and Ray Coots and Sue and Kelly Moore and Danny A. Slack. Alexandra is pictured with her mother Lori, right, and grandmother Sue Moore, who is the Imaging/Accounting Clerk at the Home Office.

The Vestnik office is looking for your lodge’s and your district’s important dates for the 2008 SPJST Calendar. There’s no cost, and this can be a great reminder of the important dates for lodge members. What qualifies as an “important date”? Think in terms of your big annual events such as picnics, member appreciation dinners, and heritage day observances. On the district level, think in terms of district meetings and districtwide activities. Please get together with your lodge members at your next meeting and determine which dates you want

to include on next year’s SPJST Calendar. The deadline for submitting your lodge and district calendar information to the Vestnik office is Friday, October 12. You can email your information to melaniez@vvm.com or send a fax to (254) 774-7447—Attention: Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny. You may also mail your listing of important dates to: SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 —SPJST—

Send lodge, district important dates for the 2008 SPJST Calendar

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 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $25 per year, beginning August 1, 2005, for non-members. Members’ fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by the Supreme Lodge SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. 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.

Wednesday, September 12, 2007

VĚSTNÍK

App-lause! App-lause! App-solutely Amazing!

Family Fun and Important Dates Sept. 14

The SPJST mailbox was overflowing with a record-setting 150 applications received on a single day—August 31, 2007. Pictured above, New Business Technician Donica Zabcik, left, Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride, and Assistant to the Vice President Cynthia Hutka prepare to process the applications. Complimenting the sales agents, Vice President McBride stated: “This is absolutely amazing. Let’s keep them coming in.”

From the Supreme Lodge Vice President

SPJST Agents’ Third Quarter 2007 Sales Seminars

All sales agents are encouraged to attend at least one sales seminar during this quarter. Please bring your ratebooks and laptops. Thursday, September 27 at 6:30 p.m. District One Wednesday, September 12 at 6 p.m. Golden Corral in Odessa Sirloin Stockade 4037 East 42nd Street in Lockhart District Five 1420 South Colorado Tuesday, September 25 at 6:30 p.m. Lodge 88, Houston Thursday, September 13 at 6 p.m. Lodge 9, Snook Wednesday, September 26 at 6 p.m. Lodge 172, Pasadena District Two Tuesday, September 18 at 6 p.m. Thursday, September 27 at 6 p.m. Lodge 47, Seaton Lodge 81, Needville District Three Thursday, September 13 at 7 p.m. District Six Lodge 54, West Wednesday, September 12 at 6 p.m. Taiton Community Center in Taiton FM 961 and Highway 71 Tuesday, September 18 at 6 p.m. Fire Mountain Restaurant Thursday, September 20 at 6 p.m. in Waxahachie Lodge 32, Victoria 1400 Highway 77 North 3502 North Laurent District Four Thursday, September 20 at 6:30 p.m. District Seven La Quinta in Lubbock Thursday, September 13 at 7 p.m. Denny’s Restaurant in San Antonio 4115 Brownfield Highway IH-10 and Wurzbach Tuesday, September 25 at 6:30 p.m. Monday, September 17 at 6 p.m. Logan’s Roadhouse La Quinta in Laredo in Wichita Falls 7220 Bob Bullock Loop 1701 Call Field Road

Lodge 97, Placedo Quarterly Meeting Veracruz Restaurant, Victoria (6) Sept. 15 Lodge 47, Seaton Annual Fund-Raiser (2) Sept. 15 Lodge 92, Fort Worth Annual Czech Heritage Day (3) Sept. 16 District Two Fall Meeting • Lodge 18, Elgin Sept. 16 Lodge 84, Dallas Czech Fest (3) Sept. 16 Lodge 63, Sweet Home Annual Picnic-in-the-Park/ Meeting • Green-Dickson Park, Shiner (7) Sept. 21-22 Lodge 29, Taylor Barbecue Cook-off (2) Sept. 22 SPJST Float • Burleson County Fair Parade (1) Sept. 22 District Five Fall Family Fun Day • Lodge 88, Houston Sept. 22 Lodge 160, San Angelo Youth Fun Day (4) Sept. 23 District Seven Fall Meeting • TLU Campus, Seguin October 1 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive Begins October 5-6 Texas Fraternal Congress • Austin October 6 Lodge 1, Fayetteville Octoberfest/ Czech Heritage Month Celebration (1) October 7 Heritage Day at the State Fair of Texas, Dallas October 8 Columbus Day • SPJST Home Office, Temple Closed October 12 SPJST Float • Guadalupe County Fair Parade, Seguin (7) October 13 SPJST Float • Brazoria County Fair Parade, Angleton (5) SPJST Float • Floresville Peanut Festival Parade (7) October 13 October 14 District One Fall Meeting • Lodge 9, Snook October 14 District Six Fall Meeting • Bay City October 19 Lodge 1, Fayetteville /Lickskillet Kick-Off Dance (1) October 20 SPJST Float • Bay City Rice Festival Parade (6) District Two Trip • Six Flags, Arlington October 20 October 20 Lodge 48, Beyersville Progressive 42 Tournament (2) October 21 SPJST Float • Lickskillet Parade, Fayetteville (1) October 24 SPJST Float • Jim Wells County Fair Parade, Alice (7) Make a Difference Day October 27 October 28 District Three Fall Meeting • Lodge 154, Fort Worth November 1 SPJST Deer Antler Contest Begins November 3 Czech Feszt • Temple November 3 Lodge 80, Holland Bingo Training (2) November 10 District Youth Counselor Meeting November 11 SPJST Float • Brazoria County Veterans Day Parade, Danbury (5) November 12 Veterans’ Day Observance SPJST Home Office, Temple Closed Nov. 22 Thanksgiving Day • SPJST Home Office Closed

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 8/01/07 through 10/31/07.

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%

Wednesday, September 12, 2007

MINUTES OF THE JULY 17, 18, AND 19, 2007 REGULAR MEETING OF THE SUPREME LODGE SPJST HELD AT THE HOME OFFICE, TEMPLE, TEXAS The regular meeting of the Supreme Lodge SPJST was called to order by Chairman of the Board Donnie Victorick at 8 a.m. with the following Supreme Lodge members present: Brian Vanicek, President Gene McBride, Vice President Lanita Anglin, Secretary-Treasurer Jerry Mikulas, Financial Secretary Drew Popelka, Legal Advisor Donnie Victorick - District One Chairman of the Board

Bobby Wuensche - District Two Johnnie Krizan - District Three Billy Rollwitz - District Four Larry W. Pflughaupt - District Five Michael Ahlstrom - District Six Vice Chairman of the Board Bob Bayer - District Seven

The Supreme Lodge members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and observed a moment of silence in remembrance of deceased members and in honor of our service men and women serving throughout the world. MINUTES – The minutes of the regular April 2007 Supreme Lodge meeting were reviewed page by page. Director Bayer moved, seconded by Director Ahlstrom, to approve the minutes. Motion passed unanimously. Director Bayer moved, seconded by President Vanicek, to accept the executive minutes as read. Motion passed unanimously. OLD BUSINESS JOIN HANDS DAY – President Vanicek reported 39 lodges and the Home Office had participated in Join Hands Day projects. That was up from 28 lodges in 2006 and only a handful in 2005. He expressed his appreciation to fellow officers, directors, and field personnel for helping to promote Join Hands Day throughout the state. NFCA – President Vanicek recognized Robert Leshikar - Lodge 48, Beyersville; Tony Kelner - Lodge 28, East Bernard; Henrietta Milan - Lodge 154, Fort Worth; and Robert Hagen - Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point as being recently cited by the NFCA as one of their weekly Fraternal Most Valuable Participants. The NFCA selected Janice Kaluza, Lodge 54, West, and Carol Slavik, Lodge 180, Burleson, to travel to Washington, D.C. to meet their Congressman and Senator. TFC LEGISLATIVE COALITION – President Vanicek, who chairs the Texas Fraternal Congress (TFC) Legislative Committee, reported on the TFC and its successful Legislative Awareness Week activities in Austin. As part of this week-long observance, the TFC served breakfast to more than 500 legislators, staff members, and Capitol personnel. He expressed his appreciation to Secretary-Treasurer Lanita Anglin, TFC President, for supporting the initiative and to all SPJST personnel who assisted with the project. He called attention to the fraternal displays that were used to tell the fraternal story and thanked Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny for her help in bringing that part of the project together. AD VALOREM TAXES – President Vanicek reported that nine lodges were still seeking full or partial exemptions for ad valorem property taxes. He also reported that as a result of re-filing for the exemption, Lodge 39, Bryan had received a full exemption and that Lodge 183, Arlington had received a partial exemption. He expressed hope that some of those lodges which had re-filed would be able to get a hearing with their local tax offices and that the Home Office would continue to provide whatever assistance it could. SCHOLARSHIPS – President Vanicek reported 55 $1,000 scholarships were awarded in April and that 102 applicants had applied. He explained the procedure whereby an outside academic institution selected the winning scholarship recipients.

VĚSTNÍK BY-LAWS ART 75 - There was a discussion concerning the by-law that states the membership of a local lodge “should” vote on a new member. This wording left lodges with the option of doing nothing and leaving a new member in limbo. The Board recommended a possible change of “should” to “shall” in the by-laws. Recess was taken from 9:10 a.m. to 9:25 a.m. STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR – State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Jenke reported Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station has established an endowed scholarship in memory of Ernest Wentrcek. He reported three lodges want local officers’ training. State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Jenke reported the Join Hands Day project with KJT and KJZT had an excellent turn-out. Recess was taken from 10:30 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. INSURANCE – Vice President McBride reported applications written in 2006 totaled 2,123 and in 2007, it had totaled 2,739, comparing the first six months of each year. The amount of insurance written in 2007 was $132,710,891 which was $41,779,963 more than this time last year. Districts One, Three, Four, Five, Six, and Seven have met their quotas for 2007. NEW LODGES – Vice President McBride reported Lodge 255, Katy; Lodge 271, Laredo; and Lodge 242, Amarillo are scheduled to be organized. Vice President McBride moved and President Vanicek seconded the motion to extend the date to organize the other lodges to October 31, 2007. MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT – Vice President McBride reported the field representatives are beginning to train the licensed sales agents on this product. LAPSE STUDY – The lapse study done by Actuary Allen Bailey was reviewed, and the report from State Field Operations Manager Philip McBee showing the lapses of each sales agent was also reviewed. Recess was taken from noon until 12:45 p.m. LODGE COMPLIANCE – Secretary-Treasurer Anglin reported local lodge officers’ listing for 2007 have not been received from Lodge 21, Engle; Lodge 57, Gonzales; Lodge 87, Temple; Lodge 135, Ennis; Lodge 149, Alvin; Lodge 154, Fort Worth; Lodge 157, Lubbock; Lodge 162, Iowa Colony; Lodge 167, Penelope; Lodge 178, Longview; Lodge 195, Cleburne; Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy; Lodge 204, Stephenville; Lodge 215, Tahoka; Lodge 219, El Paso; Lodge 223, Palacios; Lodge 229, Abilene; Lodge 234, Luling; Lodge 250, Harlingen; Lodge 267, DFW. Secretary Treasurer Anglin reported 990/990T Forms for 2007 have not been received from Lodge 5, Pilot Point-Tioga; Lodge 10, Shiner; Lodge 21, Engle; Lodge 25, Ennis; Lodge 35, Elk; Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje; Lodge 47, Seaton; Lodge 48, Beyersville; Lodge 54, West; Lodge 84, Dallas; Lodge 91, Crosby; Lodge 97, Placedo; Lodge 135, Ennis; Lodge 149, Alvin; Lodge 154, Fort Worth; Lodge 167, Penelope; Lodge 172, Pasadena; Lodge 180, Burleson; Lodge 182, Falls County; Lodge 186, Caldwell; Lodge 195, Cleburne; Lodge 196, Houston-West; Lodge 230, Midland; Lodge 234, Luling; Lodge 240, Bay City; Lodge 247, San Marcos; Lodge 250, Harlingen; Lodge 251, Pearsall; Lodge 267, DFW. HOME OFFICE – The officers reported on the progress of the new addition to the Home Office. Lisa Kirby was recognized for 15 years of service to SPJST. She works in the Financial Secretary’s Department. Sandra Dubcak was recognized for her 10 years of service in the President’s Department. Karen Franklin was recognized for her five years of service in the Vice President’s Department. VESTNIK – Financial Secretary Mikulas reported the cost of postage each week amounts to approximately $2,060 and the cost to print the Vestnik each week amounts to approximately $2,100. BUDGET – Financial Secretary Mikulas compared the income and expenses for the first six months of 2007 to the budgeted amount. The income for the first

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VĚSTNÍK six months stands at 43 percent of budgeted amount, and the expenses are 48 percent of the budgeted amount. LAWSUITS, TAX SUITS, FORECLOSURES, BANKRUPTCIES, AND PENDING LOANS – Legal Advisor Popelka reported on tax suits, foreclosures, bankruptcies, and pending loans. AUDIT – Chairman Victorick made the following audit assignments: Ledger – Director Wuensche and Director Krizan Automobile – Director Rollwitz and Director Ahlstrom Vouchers – Director Victorick, Director Pflughaupt, and Director Bayer Recess was taken from 2:35 p.m. to 8 a.m. in order to conduct the audit. EDITOR/DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION – Editor/Director of Communication Zavodny reviewed her report. She stated that the new float made its first appearance at the Belton Fourth of July Parade. Due to extensive travel time for float drivers, she requested per diem for the drivers be raised from $100 to $200. Director Ahlstrom moved to authorize a schedule of compensation be recommended by the Editor/Director of Communication and approved by the President and Vice President. The motion failed for lack of a second. Samples of the new website and the website for the sales agents were previewed. Recess was taken from 9:20 a.m. to 9:25 a.m. Henry L.S. Jezek, C.P.A. was welcomed to the meeting. He showed a sample of a letter the IRS will be mailing to the local lodges. He reviewed his audit of the Society’s books. He reported all of the figures were accurate and a copy of this report had been sent to TDI. Recess was taken from 10:30 a.m. to 10:35 a.m. Hugh Shine from Wachovia Securities was welcomed to the meeting. He reviewed the expectations of what will happen with the economy and answered questions from Board members. Recess was taken from 11:30 a.m. to 11:35 a.m. DISTRICT TWO – Director Wuensche reported on attending lodge meetings at Lodge 15, Buckholts; Lodge 18, Elgin; Lodge 29, Taylor; Lodge 48, Beyersville; and Lodge 87, Temple. He attended the legislative week in Austin sponsored by the TFC; the Lodge 47, Seaton picnic; and Flag Day at the Home Office. He also made a presentation to an SPJST scholarship recipient. DISTRICT THREE – Director Krizan thanked all those responsible for recognizing his 10 years of service as a director of the Society at last night’s dinner. Also, he expressed thanks to the Supreme Lodge for honoring Annie Martinek of Lodge 25, Ennis on her 100th birthday. Director Krizan thanked Lodge 180, Burleson for hosting the District Three Sales Banquet and reported that they continue to make improvements to their lodge building. He requested that additional sales agents be recruited for both Lodge 180, Burleson and Lodge 5, Pilot Point-Tioga as these are excellent areas to work in. Director Krizan stated that he is using his 2007 discretionary funds to match lodge contributions from District Three for the LAM challenge grant and that the presentation is scheduled for the District Three Fall Meeting. DISTRICT FOUR – Director Rollwitz reported on attending meetings at Lodge 49, Rowena; Lodge 76, Wichita Falls; and Lodge 160, San Angelo. He presented an SPJST scholarship and attended the District Four Spring Meeting. He participated in Lodge 49, Rowena Join Hands Day and assisted with Lodge 160, San Angelo booth at the Spring Fling. He attended the sales seminar at Lodge 49, Rowena and participated in the Flag Day Ceremony at the Home Office. DISTRICT FIVE – Director Pflughaupt reported on attending meetings at Lodge 88, Houston; Lodge 91, Crosby; Lodge 139, Danbury; Lodge 172,

Pasadena; Lodge 191, Lufkin; and Lodge 196, Houston-West. He attended the District Five Youth Leader meeting; Lodge 88, Houston Homecoming celebration; and the sales seminar at Lodge 88, Houston. He participated in the Flag Day Ceremony at the Home Office. He participated in District Five YAD held at Lodge 88, Houston. Recess was taken from 12:15 p.m. to 1 p.m. Anna Foster with the City of Temple presented information about the upcoming Czech Feszt on October 20, 2007. She requested some financial support from SPJST. DISTRICT SIX – Director Ahlstrom reported on attending meetings at Lodge 8, Weimar; Lodge 23, Moravia; Lodge 28, East Bernard; Lodge 32, Victoria; Lodge 63, Sweet Home; Lodge 97, Placedo; Lodge 148, Blessing; Lodge 151, Wharton; Lodge 184, Moulton; and Lodge 223, Palacios. He attended the Velehrad Cemetery Historical Marker Dedication, the District Six Spring Meeting, NFCA Investment Section, and NAFIC Section in Houston. He attended sales seminars at Lodge 67, Schulenburg; Lodge 30, Taiton; and Lodge 32, Victoria. He attended District Six YAD. DISTRICT SEVEN – Director Bayer reported on attending meetings at Lodge 93, Hobson and Lodge 107, Floresville. He attended Lodge 107, Floresville annual banquet and Join Hands Day project with Lodge 107, Floresville. He presented three SPJST scholarships. He attended District Seven Youth Leader meeting and the District Seven YAD. He attended the sales seminar at Lodge 107, Floresville. DISTRICT ONE – Director Victorick reported on attending meetings at Lodge 9, Snook; Lodge 51, Ellinger; Lodge 141, Sealy; and Lodge 189, BryanCollege Station. He attended the sales agent banquet and Lodge 38, Smithville annual picnic. He attended the NFCA Investment Section meeting and the Legislative Days sponsored by TFC. He presented two SPJST scholarships. He attended Bleiblerville-Nelsonville VFD Annual Fish Fry and sales seminars at Lodge 67, Schulenburg; Lodge 186, Caldwell; and Lodge 171, Lockhart. He attended the NAFIC Conference and the Flag Day Ceremony at the Home Office. Director Victorick also attended District One YAD. Recess was taken from 2:15 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Representatives from the LAM and ENC were welcomed to the meeting. Each group gave a report on its progress toward reaching their goals. Recess was taken from 4:00 p.m. to 4:10 p.m. STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR – State Youth Director Hoelscher was welcomed to the meeting. He reviewed the camps that had taken place. He reviewed the District YADs that had also taken place. There was a discussion about awards at State YAD for crafts and talent. Acting upon a request from the DYC meeting, President Vanicek moved, seconded by Director Pflughaupt to award medals and cash prizes for crafts and talent at State YAD. Motion passed unanimously. There was a discussion concerning the 100th Anniversary cookbook. Director Pflughaupt moved, seconded by Director Wuensche, to reorder the 100th Anniversary cookbook. Motion passed unanimously. Recess was taken from 5:15 p.m. to 8 a.m. Bill Orsak, the District One State Field Representative, was welcomed to the meeting where he was recognized for five years with SPJST. Frank Horak and Hiram Dixon, District Two State Field Representative, were introduced to the Board as new employees. NEW BUSINESS SPJST 110th ANNIVERSARY – President Vanicek encouraged everyone to celebrate SPJST’s 110th anniversary at the fall meetings. SPJST received its charter on August 5, 1897.

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AM BEST – President Vanicek reported that he had conducted a preliminary review that fewer than 25 of NFCA member societies are rated by AM Best. He also reported on some of the ratings of other fraternals.

TEMPLE CZECH FESZT – There was a discussion concerning the presentation by the City of Temple concerning the Czech Feszt. Legal Advisor Popelka moved, seconded by Director Wuensche, to provide $5,000 for the Czech Feszt, but not commit for any manpower due to a potential date conflict. Motion passed unanimously.

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LONG TERM CARE – Vice President McBride reported the medicare supplement has been approved by TDI and should be available to the sales agents next month. There was a lengthy discussion about long term care insurance. It was suggested for the long term care supplement be marketed with the final expense product. Vice President McBride moved, seconded by Director Bayer, to proceed with getting the long term care product approved by TDI and to begin marketing this product. Voting in favor was President Vanicek, Vice President McBride, Secretary-Treasurer Anglin, Financial Secretary Mikulas, Legal Advisor Popelka, Director Victorick, Director Wuensche, Director Krizan, Director Pflughaupt, Director Ahlstrom, and Director Bayer. Voting against was Director Rollwitz. Motion passed. NEW PRODUCT – Vice President McBride reported on the development of a new product. Vice President McBride moved, seconded by Financial Secretary Mikulas, for the Vice President to research the possibility of offering the new product. Motion passed unanimously. TEXAS FRATERNAL CONGRESS – Vice President McBride requested permission to send the seven state field representatives, Field Operations Manager McBee, State Training Coordinator Wiest, Editor/Director of Communication Zavodny, Margaret Campbell, State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Jenke, and State Youth Director Hoelscher to TFC. Director Bayer moved, seconded by Director Ahlstrom, to authorize the above people to attend TFC. Motion passed unanimously. CERTIFIED FRATERNAL FIELD MANAGER TRAINING CLASS – Vice President McBride reported two sales agents from each district and the state field representatives will be attending the Certified Fraternal Field Manager Training Class on August 10, 2007. LONE PAY LIFE – Vice President McBride reported the Lone Pay Life premiums did not take into consideration whether or not the insured used tobacco. After a discussion, Vice President McBride moved, seconded by Director Bayer, to have the actuary revise the premium of the Lone Pay Life Product. Motion passed unanimously. Recess was taken from 10:35 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. MORTGAGES – Secretary-Treasurer Anglin reported there were 11 loans on the delinquency report. Secretary-Treasurer Anglin moved, seconded by Financial Secretary Mikulas, to accept the recommendations on the mortgage loans. Motion passed unanimously. Secretary-Treasurer Anglin reported the mortgage brochure which Editor/Director of Communications Zavodny worked on is nearly complete. A copy was shown to the Board. Secretary-Treasurer Anglin moved, seconded by Director Bayer, to offer loans from $10,001 to $25,000 to local lodges with buildings at 3 percent with the following guidelines: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Loans will have a maximum term of 10 years. The interest rate will be set at 3 percent. The repayment schedule will be set on a monthly basis. The maximum loan amount will be $25,000. There will be $100,000 allocated per calendar year, first come first serve. The director will receive reimbursement for expenses, mileage, and meals but not the evaluation per diem. These loans are to be used only for repairs to the lodge halls or to pay taxes.

The paperwork needed would be the application, note, deed of trust, and a resolution. If the lodge has a 3 percent loan, the lodge cannot have a 0 percent loan or a regular interest bearing loan with SPJST. A lodge cannot have both an interest bearing loan and a 0 percent interest loan.

Motion passed unanimously. Secretary-Treasurer Anglin moved, seconded by Director Ahlstrom, to allow annual payments on mortgage loans for borrowers that have 70 percent of income from farming or borrowers that have a Fair Isaac Credit Score of 700 or better. Motion passed unanimously. There was a discussion as to the percentage that should be required for a partial release reduction payment. Secretary-Treasurer Anglin moved, seconded by Director Ahlstrom, for the Investment Committee and District Director to make the determination as to the amount of the partial release reduction payment. Motion passed unanimously. INVESTMENTS – Secretary-Treasurer Anglin moved, seconded by Director Bayer, to ratify the investments for the previous quarter. Motion passed unanimously. INTEREST SENSITIVE PRODUCTS – The current rate of the Universal Life Product is 5.75 percent. Secretary Treasurer Anglin moved, seconded by Director Rollwitz, to set the interest rate of the Universal Life Product at 5.75 percent through October 31, 2007. Motion passed unanimously. Secretary-Treasurer Anglin moved, seconded by Legal Advisor Popelka, to set the interest rate of Annuity I at 5 percent. Motion passed unanimously. Secretary-Treasurer Anglin moved, seconded by President Vanicek, to set the interest rate of Annuity II, III, and IV, and the Immediate Annuity at 4.50 percent through October 31, 2007. Director Krizan moved, seconded by Director Pflughaupt, to amend the motion for the interest rate of Annuity II, III, and IV, and the Immediate Annuity to be 5 percent. Voting in favor were Vice President McBride, Financial Secretary Mikulas, Legal Advisor Popelka, Director Wuensche, Director Krizan, Director Rollwitz, Director Pflughaupt, Director Ahlstrom, and Director Bayer. Voting against were President Vanicek, Secretary-Treasurer Anglin and Director Victorick. Motion passed. The Lodge Fund Management Account interest rate will be set at 5 percent through October 31, 2007. NATIONAL FRATERNAL CONGRESS OF AMERICA – Those attending the NFCA this year are Director Victorick, President Vanicek, Editor/Director of Communication Zavodny, Vice President McBride who is on the FFMA Board, and State Training Coordinator Wiest who is on the NAFIC Board. There was a discussion concerning the increased cost of the NFCA and other out-of-state meetings. Director Bayer moved, seconded by Director Ahlstrom, that all Supreme Lodge members, Editor/Director of Communications, and employees attending out of state meetings, conferences, etc., the SPJST will no longer pay any of the expenses of the spouse or significant other. Special consideration will be given to pay for the travel expenses of spouses on a case by case basis. Voting in favor were President Vanicek, Secretary-Treasurer Anglin, Financial Secretary Mikulas, Legal Advisor Popelka, Director Victorick, Director Wuensche, Director Krizan, Director Rollwitz, Director Pflughaupt, Director Ahlstrom, Director Krizan, and Director Bayer. Voting against was Vice President McBride. Motion passed. A motion was made by Director Krizan, seconded by Director Bayer, for the SPJST to pay for the spouses of Vice President McBride and State Training Coordinator Wiest to attend the meetings of the FFMA and NAFIC as they are appointed officials of those organizations. Voting in favor were President Vanicek, Vice President McBride, Secretary-Treasurer Anglin, Legal Advisor Popelka, Director Victorick, Director Ahlstrom, Director Krizan, and Director Bayer. Voting against were Director Rollwitz and Director Pflughaupt. Abstaining were Director Wuensche and Financial Secretary Mikulas. Motion passed. Recess was taken from noon to 12:30 p.m.

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VĚSTNÍK TEXAS FRATERNAL CONGRESS – The Texas Fraternal Congress will be held October 5 and 6, 2007. Secretary Treasurer Anglin is president of TFC this year. Director Bayer moved, seconded by President Vanicek, to authorize the purchase of one drink ticket for each attendee at the President’s Reception. Motion passed. INCOME AND EXPENSES – Financial Secretary Mikulas reported in comparing the first six months of 2006 with the first six months of 2007 the income has decreased by 18 percent and expenses have increased by 4 percent. DISCONTINUATION OF PREMIUM REFUND PROGRAM – Financial Secretary Mikulas reported on numerous telephone calls pertaining to the discontinuation of the premium refund program. MEMBERSHIP COUNT – Financial Secretary Mikulas reported the SPJST certificate count is 55,368 and the membership count is 46,932. SPJST LODGE MANAGEMENT ACCOUNT – Financial Secretary Mikulas reported there were seven lodges making deposits into the Lodge Management Account during the last quarter. The total amount in the fund is $1,010,964.95. QUARTERLY STATEMENT – Financial Secretary Mikulas reviewed the quarterly statement line by line. Financial Secretary Mikulas moved, seconded by Director Krizan, to approve a bonus for the employees provided the Finance Committee approves the plan. Voting in favor were President Vanicek, Vice President McBride, Secretary Treasurer Anglin, Financial Secretary Mikulas, Legal Advisor Popelka, Director Victorick, Director Wuensche, Director Krizan, Director Rollwitz, Director Ahlstrom, and Director Bayer. Voting against was Director Pflughaupt. Motion passed. Legal Advisor Popelka reported on attending an Advanced Real Estate Course in San Antonio. Editor/Director of Communications Zavodny returned to the meeting and proposed the floats to be reserved on a first come, first serve basis. She also recommended the float driver receive $100 and meal reimbursement up to $25 for a parade within a 50-mile radius of Temple and $200 and meal reimbursement up to $25 and hotel reimbursement if the parade is over a 50-mile radius of Temple. Vice President McBride moved, seconded by Director Krizan, to approve the recommendations concerning the float. Motion passed unanimously. DISTRICT TWO – Director Wuensche reported Lodge 48, Beyersville had redone their parking lot and will be having a fund-raiser in September. DISTRICT THREE – Director Krizan made the following statement, “In recognition of our outstanding sales achievements over the last six years, I offer my thanks to all involved and ask that we remember all our chartered purposes. Along with financial protection, we should continue to promote fraternal benefits, charitable giving, community involvement, Czech history and culture, the local lodge system, and democratic principals. All of these will help preserve our non-profit status and guarantee a quality society for the future. These accomplishments will also allow us to concentrate on quality rather than quantity.” Director Krizan discussed a pending mortgage loan in District Three. Director Krizan moved, seconded by Director Bayer, for the SPJST to sponsor a horseshoe/washer tournament at Westfest if it is feasible. Motion passed unanimously. There was a discussion on assignment/transfer of mortgage from other companies. It will be left to the Legal Advisor and Investment Committee if a release is acceptable instead of an assignment/transfer on each individual case. He reported District Three Camp is coming up. August 31 is Westfest, the District Three meeting is October 28, and the Lodge 84, Dallas Czech Fest is September 16. In closing, Director Krizan announced the following upcoming events in his district:

July 19 to 22, 2007 – District Three Camp at Camp Hope August 18, 2007 – Princess Ball at Lodge 84, Dallas August 25, 2007 – 100th Birthday - Rudy Ozmy of Lodge 25, Ennis August 31 to September 2, 2007 – Westfest September 15, 2007 – Czech Heritage Day at Lodge 92, Fort Worth September 16, 2007 – Czech Fest at Lodge 84, Dallas October 7, 2007 – Czech Heritage Day at State Fair, Dallas, Texas October 28, 2007 – District Three Meeting at Lodge 92, Fort Worth DISTRICT FOUR – DISTRICT FIVE – Director Pflughaupt requested more forms be put on the website, and we need to promote more and more automation. DISTRICT SIX – Director Ahlstrom congratulated President Vanicek and Director Krizan for their service to SPJST. He invited everyone to the District Six Bowling Tournament on August 18, and the District Six Fall Meeting on October 18. DISTRICT SEVEN – Director Bayer congratulated Director Krizan and President Vanicek for their longevity with SPJST. He invited everyone to the District Seven Fall Meeting on September 23. He reminded the Board of the articles that need to be written for the Vestnik. He thought this was a very productive meeting, and it was handled on a business-like manner. DISTRICT ONE – Director Victorick congratulated President Vanicek for 15 years with SPJST, Director Krizan for 10 years with SPJST, and State Field Representative Orsak with five years with SPJST. He thought this was a very productive meeting and reminded everyone we are a team and need to work together. Financial Secretary Mikulas announced that he would like to retire effective December 31, 2007. He stated that this would give ample time to the ByLaw/Finance Committee to recommend any necessary changes prior to the convention. He also stated that the position of Financial Secretary should be an appointed position and not an elected position. After much discussion, the Board had asked Financial Secretary Mikulas to consider fulfilling his term which will end on July 31, 2008. It was decided to have a special called meeting on August 13, 2007. The purpose of this meeting was to discuss the ByLaws pertaining to the position of the Financial Secretary. Recess was taken from 4 p.m. to 4:10 p.m. The following is the result of the audit. MILEAGE LOGS – Director Ahlstrom and Director Rollwitz reported all the logs seemed to be in good order and the vehicles appeared clean. It was reported the blue van will be needing tires shortly. LEDGER – Director Wuensche and Director Krizan reported no discrepancies were found in the ledger. VOUCHERS – Directors Victorick, Pflughaupt, and Bayer audited the vouchers and had several suggestions. They inquired if only one person could code the checks. Anyone who charges items should have an SPJST credit card and not use their own for credit purchases and documentation should be attached to each invoice. There should be a separate account for the floats so the Board will know how much is spent on each float. Director Bayer moved, seconded by President Vanicek to adjourn the meeting at 4:57 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Lanita Anglin, Secretary-Treasurer —SPJST—

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District News

District Two Family Fun Day: Czech Us Out!

Sunday, September 16, 2007 Lodge 18, Elgin The District Two Fall Meeting will be held at Lodge 18, Elgin on September 16, 2007, at 2 p.m. Registration will be from 1 to 2 p.m. This is our fun meeting, and we have a lot planned for your enjoyment. We will have three spin wheels, two cake walks, a silent auction (to benefit the district youth club), a guessing game, and lots more fun. Our theme this year is “Czech Us Out.” We are having a Czech costume contest and Christmas Ornament Contest. So get busy making the ornaments and get out your Czech dress and bring yourself out to Elgin. We ask that each of you bring cakes or sweet items for the cake walk and something for the spin wheel. The district will provide most of the items for spin wheels. DYC Patsy Koslovsky will have the District Two Beseda Dancers performing for our enjoyment. These young folks are doing a great job. Keep it up! The fine folks at Lodge 18 have promised us a wonderful meal and their fine hospitality. Also, remember we will make this one of our membership drives. We will have cards for you to give us names of folks you would like to have as members of our great organization. If you can, bring your friend/guest to our meeting. We always welcome new members. We will draw names for a prize at the end of the drive. So remember, the more names you give us, the better chance you will have in winning. See you in Elgin on September 16. Ruth Hanusch District Two Vice President/FAC —SPJST—

District Five Fall Family Fun Day and Meeting

Saturday, September 22, 2007 SPJST Lodge 88, Houston 1435 Beall Street at 15th Houston, Texas Dear District Five Members, District Five’s Fall Family Fun Day, hosted by Lodge 88, Houston Pokrok, has been changed to Saturday, September 22. Registration begins at 11 a.m. Lodge 88 will provide the meat, and District Five members are asked to bring a side dish and/or dessert. Extra desserts will be auctioned off as usual. District Five lodges may donate cash prizes in $5 or $10 increments, and District Five members can bring material items for our door prizes. The adults may participate in the cake contest. Cakes must be made from scratch. The youth may participate in the Christmas Ornament Contest. Contest rules are: • Ornament must be youth member’s own creation. • Ornament must be homemade. No store bought, finished ornament or pre-assembled kits are allowed. • May use any material appropriate for a Christmas ornament. Food is not appropriate. • Styrofoam balls are acceptable. • Overall size must be no larger than six inches excluding hanger. Since this is our second District Five Membership Rally and our District Youth Membership Rally, invite your friends and their families to come out to 1435 Beall Street at 15th in the Houston Heights for food, fun, and games. There will be a blowup water slide so bring a towel and clothes you can get wet in. Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek and State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Chester Jenke will bring part of the Core Challenge for individual challenges in different age categories which will be followed by the traditional fall youth club challenge games by Lodge 142. Dominos will be available for those who need them, or you can bring your own games. Individual lodges may bring or send flyers announcing any activities the district is invited to. Fraternally, Catherine Manchack District Five Secretary —SPJST—

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District Seven Family Fun Day and Membership Rally Agenda

Sunday, September 23, 2007 Hosted by Lodge 258, Seguin • TLU Campus in Seguin 9:45 to 10:30 a.m. Registration for Contests and Door Prizes Complimentary Refreshments Provided by Lodge 258, Seguin 10:30 to 11 a.m. District Meeting conducted by President Jeff Barta Posting of Colors/ Pledge of Allegiance by Lodge 258 Youth Welcome by Lodge 258 President Chester Jenke Roll Call of Officers and Lodges by Secretary Bettie House Brief Reports Supreme Lodge VP Gene McBride District Director Bob Bayer State FAC Chester Jenke State Field Representative Hector Garcia Announcements Select Spring Meeting Site Adjourn 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dominoes and Bunco 12:30 to 1 p.m. Lunch — Pork Steak Plate for $3

District Seven Family Fun Day/ Membership Rally Sunday, September 23, 2007 Hosted by Lodge 258, Seguin at TLU Campus in Seguin

Lodge 258, Seguin will host the District Seven Family Fun Day/Membership Drive on Sunday, September 23, 2007, at the Texas Lutheran University Campus Student Activity Center in Seguin, Texas. Registration for contests and door prizes begins at 9:45 a.m. followed by a brief business meeting at 10:30 a.m. Lodge 258 will provide complimentary refreshments for the brunch, and free soft drinks throughout the day. Each lodge is asked to bring its lodge banner for display. Pork Steak Lunch A pork steak lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. for $3 per plate. To order plates, please notify your local lodge secretary or Chester Jenke (830) 303-

1 to 2:30 p.m. Horseshoes 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Contests Judged 3 p.m. Contest Winners Announced Split-the-Pot, Silent Auction Winners Each lodge is asked to bring an item for the prize drawing ($20 value) and a door prize ($10 value) to benefit District Seven. Door prizes will be awarded throughout the day. Free soft drinks will be available all day. Members are encouraged to bring items for the silent auction to benefit the Czech Heritage Museum (formerly the SPJST Library, Archives, and Museum) and SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC). Refer to the article below noting the ordering of plates, contest rules, etc. A $25 gift card drawing will be held for membership referrals. Come and bring a friend to this fun event. Fraternally, Bettie House District Seven Secretary —SPJST— 4316, (210) 413-3053, or email cejenke@wmconnect.com. The deadline to order plates is Sunday, September 16. Membership Rally Members are asked to submit names of potential new members. A $25 gift card drawing will be held for membership referrals. Please submit only new referrals. Previous names submitted are not valid. Donations Lodges are asked to bring a drawing prize ($20 value) and a door prize ($10 value) to benefit the district. Lodges will be recognized at the Family Fun Day for donations. Members are encouraged to bring items for the silent auction to benefit the Czech Heritage Museum (formerly the SPJST Library, Archives, and Museum) and SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC). The district is collecting Little Golden Books, aluminum canned drink tabs, hearing aids, and eyeglasses and cases. These items may be

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VĚSTNÍK brought to the District Seven Fun Day. Contests The following contests will be held for members only: Bunco (all ages) Christmas Ornament (youth) Christmas Ornament (ages 16 and over) Rules are same as for youth. Youth ages 16 to high school senior may enter the youth or the adult contest, but not both. Dominoes (ages 16 and over) Horseshoes (ages 16 and over)

Kolaches (ages 16 and over) Nonprofessionals. Must be made from scratch using yeast dough and must be made by the person entering. Must consist of only one type of filling—fruit or poppy seed. Needlework (ages 16 and over) Entry must be made entirely by hand and must be made by the person entering. Includes embroidery, crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, and cross-stitch. May not enter a previous winning item. All members are encouraged to bring a friend to this family fun event. Fraternally, Bettie House District Seven Secretary —SPJST—

Czech Feszt Volunteers, Vendors Needed

The City of Temple and the Czech Heritage Museum (formerly the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum) are hosting a celebration of Czech Heritage and Culture on Saturday, November 3 in the Santa Fe Gardens in downtown Temple from 10 a.m. to midnight and are seeking volunteers to help with the event. Co-chairpersons for the Czech Feszt are Anna Foster, Parks and Leisure Services Events Director for the City of Temple, and Sandi Wicker, Executive Director of the Czech Heritage T EMPLE, Museum. N O V E M B E R To kick off the day of music, food and fun, there will be a Little Mr. and Miss Czech Temple pageant at 10 a.m. and a parade of costumes at 4 p.m. Children’s activities and field events will begin immediately after the pageant. There will be Czech bands playing throughout the day, with beseda dancing demonstrations. In the evening, The Bobby Flores Band will provide entertainment. One of the highlights of Czech Feszt will be an area dedicated to Czech genealogy study. The Texas Czech Genealogy Society will provide information and volunteers to help find information on family trees and immigration. The Santa Fe Railroad Museum, adjacent to the

Santa Fe Gardens, will host a temporary Czech heritage display in the museum. Kroj (native Czech costumes), exquisite needlework, and handmade Czech puppets and toys will be featured. Another treat will be a kolache baking contest on the third floor of the Temple Library building at 10 a.m. and a domino tournament in the same location in the afternoon. This is the perfect opportunity for groups to raise funds with food and/or merchandise booths. There is limited space available, and T E2X0 A0 S7 we would encourage 3 , possible vendors and groups to contact Sandi Wicker at the Czech Heritage Museum (254) 8992935 for details and to reserve your space as soon as possible. Anna Foster is in charge of logistics for Czech Feszt and needs volunteers to help with perimeter control, beverage service, hosting and other jobs. Volunteering will be great fun and a volunteer party is planned to precede the event. SPJST has graciously agreed to be one of the sponsors of this event and other sponsors are needed. There will be no admission charge, and any proceeds and tee-shirt sales will help meet the challenge grant for the Czech Heritage Museum. —SPJST—

Czech Feszt

Members, You are invited to attend your district’s Fall Fun Days. See page 3 for dates or contact your District Director listed on page 2 of the Vestnik.

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Lodge 1 Fayetteville hosts October 6 dance

Lodge 18, Elgin to host District Two fall meeting

Step back in time in a 100-year-old dance hall—SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville, located at 507 East Main. Lodge 1 will celebrate Octoberfest and Czech Heritage Month with a dance on Saturday, October 6, 2007, from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight. Music will be provided by Feedback and Central Texas Sounds. Admission is $6 per person. Beverages are available by donation. All proceeds will benefit the Fayetteville Baseball Field. —SPJST—

President Ray Nelson opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. We observed a moment of silent prayer for all deceased and our military for serving in the armed forces. Roll call had all officers present with the exception of Youth Leader Joyce Nelson. Shirlene Matetzschk read the minutes. Teresa Anderson gave the treasurer’s report. Both were approved as given. Shirlene read a letter from the SPJST Home Office informing us about the upcoming Czech Feszt to be held in Temple on November 3. Gladys Mogonye gave the ticket report. Irene Helgren gave the house report and thanked Ray Nelson, Matt Ryan, and Johnny and Irene Vrabel for closing the hall after rentals. Irene Vrabel gave the FAC report and stated that Grandparents Day is coming up. The District Two Fall Meeting will be held here in Elgin on

Lodge 4 Hallettsville meets September 23 Dear Members, Instead of meeting on the usual second Sunday of the month, our Lodge 4, Hallettsville will meet on Sunday, September 23 at 2 p.m. at the Legion Tap Room. Lunch will be served, and door prizes will be given. Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—

September 16. This is a fun meeting so put it on your calendar. One of our members Mildred David, sends her hello to all, and she states that she misses us all. We miss you, too, and wish you the best. Evelyn Gustafson sent get well cards to Scot West, Laverne Bartosh, and Marvin Wieruscheske. We wish all a speedy recovery. Johnny Vrabel gave the trustees report. The contracts have been reprinted. We will use the updated contracts. The board approved the casino party to be held in November. We had to purchase a new refrigerator as the old one gave out. Charles Wilson gave the bar report. He thanked Irene Helgren. She spent two days at the lodge hall with one of the rentals. Thanks, Irene, for all you do. Charles reminded everyone that if you use the hall and turn on the air conditioners, be sure to turn them off again. We had a unit left on, and the electric bill will reflect the usage. Ray Nelson stated that the youth would like to start a fun day if the membership approves. Johnny made a motion to that, Artie seconded, and the motion carried. State FAC Chester Jenke was present at our meeting. He gave us an update on all that’s going on at the SPJST Home Office. We will have three new lodges this year. The Caldwell Kolache Festival will be September 7 and 8. The Czech Feszt is being planned by the City of Temple and the Czech Heritage Museum (formerly the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum). Everyone is welcome. The City of Temple is hoping to make this an annual affair. Watch the Vestnik for details. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Jim

Mogonye and Melba Morris. You have to climb the mountain to appreciate the beauty of the view! Irene Vrabel, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 29, Taylor sets barbecue cook-off The Seventh Annual Lodge 29, Taylor Barbecue Cook-Off is Friday and Saturday, September 21 and 22, 2007. Lodge 29 is located at 5025 FM 619 in Taylor, Texas. The cook-off entry fees are $80 (chicken, pork ribs, brisket), $10 for jackpot sausage, and $10 for jackpot pinto beans. The cook-off will award guaranteed $3,000 in prize money. Cash and trophies will be awarded for first to 10th places in all meat categories (chicken, pork ribs, brisket). Cash and unique trophies will be awarded for first, second, and third places for Master Cook and Best Rig. Jackpot sausage and pinto beans will be 80 percent payback. Cash prizes will be awarded for first to fifth places, and trophies will be awarded for first to 10th places. We invite and welcome anyone to serve as a judge on Saturday! Friday night entertainment will include a free dance with music by The Lawmen from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Thrall 4-H will be selling old-fashioned hamburgers from 6 to 9 p.m. For more information, contact Jesse Pospisil (512) 365-1110. —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena Members Ride Float in Parade

SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena participated in the parade honoring the 100th anniversary celebration of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Rowena on Saturday, September 1. Riding the float were Lodge 49 President Beverly Teplicek, Vice President Sylvia

Rollwitz, District Four Director Billy Rollwitz of Lodge 49, Ana Fuentes, Joseph Pospichal, Richard and Kaycee Rollwitz, and Brandon and Cammi Teplicek. Thanks to Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point members Bob and Terri Hagen for taking the float to Rowena.

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Lodge 47, Seaton Extravaganza this Saturday SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton invites you to its annual Outdoor Extravaganza this Saturday, September 15, 2007, at Seaton Star Hall. Social hour begins at 5 p.m. followed by the meal at 6:30 p.m. Entertainment will be provided. Admission is $30 per person. Children’s admission is $5 each when accompanied by a paying adult. The event will include live and silent auctions, games, and prize drawings.

Prizes include: first drawing - one person trophy whitetail rifle hunt in Crowell, Texas (two hours north of Abilene) - four days hunt/four nights lodging and one whitetail (eight or nine points), one doe, two hogs, and two turkeys; second drawing - three person one-half day pheasant and one-half day quail guided combination hunt in Santa Anna, Texas (west of Brownwood), guide and dog included; third drawing - an exciting five-night Western Caribbean cruise for two on a beautiful cruise ship departing from Galveston - enjoy gourmet meals, Las Vegas-style shows, fun and games. (Some restric-

tions apply.); fourth drawing - six person guided bay fishing trip to Port O’Connor, Texas, whole day fish with overnight lodging included (equipment and bait provided). Ticket Information For tickets or more information, please call Gary Skrabanek (254) 493-0855; Edwin Pechal (254) 9842255; David Coufal (254) 770-8389; David Pechal (254) 721-8370; or Beth Rabroker (254) 770-7442. Only 500 admission tickets will be sold, so please call today to get your ticket. See you there! —SPJST—

Lodge 48 Beyersville sets Progressive “42” tournament SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville will host a Progressive “42” tournament on Saturday, October 20, 2007, at the lodge hall, located at 10450 FM 619 in Beyersville, Texas. Registration is from 8:15 to 9 a.m., and play begins at 9:15 a.m. Fifteen games will be played with a time limit of 20 minutes each. The tournament should end around 4:30 p.m. A

Lodge 84, Dallas Fellowship Day: Tuesday, August 21, 2007 Lillie and I would like to thank everyone who attended the last Lodge 84, Dallas Fellowship Day held on August 21, 2007. We had another great day. Before lunch, we enjoyed great music played by Adolph Provazek and Laddie Gajdica. Thanks for bringing your accordions. We hope to see you again next month. Everyone socialized and played games. Then, we all sat down and had a great lunch. Thanks to everyone who brought a covered dish, helped serve lunch, and helped clean up after

the Fellowship Day. We really appreciate all your help. Bingo was played after lunch. Everyone enjoyed playing and having a good time. We recognized several individuals who celebrated birthdays in August. Birthday wishes went out to Wanda Petr, Robert Cunningham, and Melinda McClellan. Happy birthday to all of you! This month, I added something different to the Fellowship Day. If you read the letter I wrote and was published in the August 8, 2007, Vestnik, I

made mention of secret number 17. Well, I wrote number 17 on the bottom of an individual lunch plate. After everyone went through the food line and sat down to enjoy their lunch, I announced that after they were finished eating to please look on the bottom of their plate to see who had been lucky enough to get number 17. I had to laugh when almost everyone immediately lifted his or her full plates in the air to see who had won. The lucky winner of the door prize was Helen Brannon. I think everyone had fun participating.

Next Fellowship Day—Sept. 18 The next Fellowship Day will be September 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lodge 84, Dallas, located at 2625 Floyd Street in Dallas, Texas 75204. Please, everyone, come and bring your family and friends. Join in the fun! See you on September 18 when X will mark the spot. Where will the X be found? Come join us and see if you are the winner! Fraternally, Lillie Maxcy Jones Martha Mahdak Frnka —SPJST—

LEFT PHOTO: Game players, left to right, are Helen Brannon, Helen Vrba, Bessie Petr, Kelley Tucker, Jerrie Becan, and Jason Sims. PHOTO 2: Left to right are Carolyn Nemec, Mary Kubin, John Becan,

Lillian Divin, and Helen Pokladnik. PHOTO 3: Secret number 17 winner is Helen Brannon. PHOTO 4: Playing dominos, left to right, are Martha Huff, Albina Vrla, Milton Vrla, and Helen Gajdica.

LEFT PHOTO: Card players, left to right, are Larry Brannon, Ben Jarma, Ray Vrba, Bernard Jones, and Johnny Divin. CENTER PHOTO: Domino players pictured left to right are Wanda Petr, Jerome Zabojnik,

Rosemary Zabojnik, and George Reznik. RIGHT PHOTO: August birthday celebrants are, left to right, Wanda Petr, Robert Cunningham, and Melinda McClellan.

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partner is not necessary. You will draw for a partner. A great day of fun for everyone is planned! We hope to see you there. Everyone is welcome. The registration fee is $10 per person. The fee includes the noon meal, snacks, and prizes. To pre-register, mail your name, complete address, phone number, and registration fee before October 17 to: Bobby Wuensche 2451 CR 405 Taylor, Texas 76574 For more information, please call (512) 365-3013. —SPJST—

Lodge 51, Ellinger meets Sept. 20 The quarterly meeting of SPJST Lodge 51, Ellinger will be held on Thursday, September 20, 2007, at 6:30 p.m. at the Ellinger Fire Station. Sausage will be provided. Members are asked to bring a vegetable or dessert. Burdine Divin, FAC —SPJST—

Lodge 63 Sweet Home meets September 16 Lodge 63, Sweet Home will hold its monthly meeting and social on September 16, 2007, at the GreenDickson Park in Shiner beginning at 12 noon. A social hour will be followed by a meal consisting of hamburgers and hot dogs and all the trimmings. Members may bring a dessert. Someone with a birthday in April, May, or June will win a birthday cake baked by Ann Moseley. With all the rain we’ve been having, there is plenty of water in the creek so there will be a fishing tournament for the youngsters. All children under 16 are urged to bring their rods and reels or fishing poles to compete for the trophies. We’ve been told that more fish have been released into the creek recently so maybe a big one will be caught. For those not wishing to fish, there is a playground. A short meeting will be held. The usual reports will be given from the committees, FAC, and sales agent. Door prizes will be awarded.

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This is our annual picnic in the park, and as many of you know, there is always a chance for bad weather. In that case, the picnic will be moved to Zabransky’s garage in Sweet Home. If there is any doubt, call Donald at (361) 293-6271 or Elaine at (361) 594-3692. There are benches and tables at the park, but you can bring your lawn chair if you want to be more comfortable. Come out on the 16th and spend a lazy afternoon in the park with your Sweet Home friends and relatives. Fraternally, Elaine Berkovsky FAC/Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 66, Waco reports on August meeting The meeting was called to order by President John Engelke on August 19, 2007, at 2:30 p.m. at Linden Hall in Elm Mott with all officers present with the exception of Vice President Mary Alice Langlotz. There were 21 members present at today’s meeting. The youth presented the flag and led the Pledge of Allegiance and Motto. Members stood for a moment of

silent prayer for our deceased members Agnes Veselka, Johnny Kofnovec, and Irene R. Koen. Secretary Sister Dana McAdams read the minutes of the July 15 meeting, and they were approved as read. Sister Dana McAdams read correspondence from the American Czech Culture Society concerning selling ads for the Heritage Festival 2007 for the souvenir program book which will be displayed at the State Fair of Texas on October 7. She also read a letter from Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek concerning SPJST and the city of Temple hosting a first-ever Czech Feszt on November 3 in Temple. Sister Dana read a thank you letter from District Three Youth Counselor Bessie Petr for the monetary donation to camp in July. President John Engelke read an invitation from Brenda Busby to attend her CD release party on September 1 at 2:30 p.m. at Coal Mine Restaurant in Bremond. Chairman of the Board George Pauling had Secretary of the Board Sister Darlene Engelke read the minutes of their meeting today, August 19. She thanked the Milan Dujka family, Mike Galler, John and Diana Engelke, and George Pauling for replacing the tiles in the hall. Sister Janie Dujka of the Entertainment Committee reported that today, beef fajitas, ice cream, and fruit will be served. For the September 16 meeting, chicken ten-

ders, mashed potatoes, green beans, and cheesecake will be served. Due to the absence of FAC Mary Alice Langlotz, President Engelke read a letter from State FAC Chester Jenke which included a reminder of Grandparents Day on September 9; District Three Fall Meeting at Lodge 154, Fort Worth on October 28; October is Czech Heritage Month; and Czech Feszt will be on November 3 in Temple. Sister Dorothy Veselka gave the Cheer and Condolence report. She sent get well cards to Sue Pauling and Joe Provazek. Sympathy cards were sent to the Agnes Veselka family, Johnny Kofnovec family, and the family of Irene R. Koen. Sister Darlene Engelke congratulated Louie and Dorothy Veselka on their 55th wedding anniversary on August 9. Brother Milan Dujka gave a short insurance report. Youth Leader Sister Debbie Galler gave the youth club report. She reported on State YAD on August 4. District One took both the king and queen titles. She is still collecting Little Golden Books and will also take monetary donations. The youth will participate in the Westfest parade on September 1. The youth will celebrate Grandparents Day at the September 16 meeting and will also do a memorial at the September 16 meeting. Bookkeeper Sister Diana Engelke gave the bookkeeping report.

SPJST Home Office Expansion Update

Parking Lot

Entries to Conference Room (far right) and Break Room

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VĚSTNÍK Sister Darlene Engelke read the names of candidates for membership, and all were accepted into Lodge 66. Brenda Busby wrote up Curtis Degrate and Susan M. Stasser. Via Jean Randolph wrote up Michalette S. Randolph, Sariah M. Randolph, Rhafiel A. Haynes, Lawrence L. Love, and Ruthie N. Brown. Kelvin Williams wrote up Janiqua A. Foster. Yolanda Rios wrote up Carmen O. Lara. Denise L. Patterson wrote up Roosevelt Patterson, Jr., Alice M. Dixon, Mary L. Huitt, Ronald R. Huitt, Karvin L. Huitt, and Bronshay V. Willia. Curtis Collins wrote up D’Phaya A. Faceson and Dwion A. Faceson. Johnnie Gaidusek, Jr. wrote up Landon L. Barnhart. Larry Matula wrote up Vanessa G. Johnson and Jesusita C. Ochoa. No sales agents were listed for Helen K. Ehlers and Earl W. Ehlers. Sister Darlene Engelke read resolutions of sympathy on Agnes Clara Veselka, Johnny Raymond Kofnovec, and Irene Koen. May they rest in peace. Members will make a monetary contribution to the Heritage Festival 2007. Lodge 66 will also make a donation for the Little Golden Books to the Ronald McDonald House. Sister Debbie Galler will purchase the books with the donations. August birthday celebrant was Dorothy Veselka. Adult door prize winner was Weldon Galler. The 50-50 winner was Gene Gerlich. Next Meeting—September 16 The next Board of Directors and Entertainment Committee meetings will be held on September 16, and the regular lodge meeting will be held at 2:30 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 84, Dallas Czech Fest this Sunday Lodge 80, Holland reports on September meeting The September meeting of SPJST Lodge 80, Holland was called to order by President Doni Powell at 4:05 p.m. on September 1, 2007. The membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for the departed members. All officers and directors were present. Secretary Linda Hill read the minutes of the August meeting. They were approved as read. Treasurer Jewel Wolf gave the financial report. It was approved as presented. FAC Paula Weir reported a progressive “42” tournament in Beyersville. She also stated that scholarship applications are available. Youth Leader Kristi Davis gave a report on the youth activities. Two State Field District Representative Hiram Dixon was introduced and gave a brief talk. In the board meeting today, directors discussed donations to be given to the Holland PeeWee Cheerleaders; St. Stephens Catholic Church, Salado; Corn Hill Catholic Church, Corn Hill; St. John Lutheran Church, Bartlett; and Holland School—the three campuses. In a motion to the membership, Monica Pajestka moved to accept these recommendations, seconded by Cyril Pajestka. Motion carried. Zach Roy gave the auditors report. September 9 will be Grandparents Day. In honor of this day, members were each given a Hershey’s candy bar. Those having a birthday in September are Joe Warner Liles and Frank Horak. Door prizes were won by Jewel Wolf, Risa Pajestka, Curtis Wolf, Monica Pajestka, and Jacob Horak. Having no further business, the meeting adjourned at 4:20 p.m. Next Meeting—October 6 The next meeting will be October 6 at 4 p.m. See you then! Fraternally, Estelle Coker, Reporter —SPJST—

Dear Members and Friends, Lodge 84, Dallas cordially invites you to its 36th annual Czech Fest on Sunday, September 16, 2007. The event will be held at the lodge hall located at 2625 Floyd Street in Dallas, Texas. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Dinner, catered by Bessie’s Catering, will be served from 12:30 to 2 p.m. and will include pork roast, sauerkraut, dumplings, salad, green beans, dinner rolls, coffee/tea, and dessert. Cost is: adults—$10; children—$5. A free dance will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. with The Ennis Czech Boys providing the music. In addition, there will be booths, games, prizes, dancing, and a silent auction. Members are asked to please provide desserts for the meal.

Happy Birthday!

Art Lopez, Sr. and Lupe Lopez Dad and Mom, We want to wish the two of you a very happy birthday! Thanks for all you do in every area of your life whether it is taking care of your grandkids, church duties, your jobs, and taking care of each other. Your love for one another has been a wonderful example of what a Godly marriage is and can do for you. We love you and are proud to have you as our parents. Love, Hector and Patty, Art, Jr. and Amanda, Roxanne, Jason and Iesha, and Henry and Jen, and all of your grandkids Art and Lupe are members of SPJST Lodge 247, San Marcos.

For information or silent auction donations, contact Justine Yeager (214) 827-0920. Justine Yeager, President —SPJST—

Lodge 92 Fort Worth Czech Heritage Day this Saturday You and your friends are cordially invited to our 97th Anniversary Celebration at SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth on Saturday, September 15. We have been at our present location since 1938. We have survived through a major depression and at least two major World Wars. Some of your favorite Czech cooks—namely, Kenneth, Mary Ann, and Evelyn—will be preparing a good Czech meal. Your family and friends are invited to participate in a great meal and dance, plus much more. Doors will open at 4 p.m. Admission is $8; ages 12 and under are free of charge with a paid adult admission. A traditional Czech dinner will be served from 4 to 6:30 p.m. The dinner is $8 for adults, and $4 for children ages 12 and under. The day’s schedule is: Accordion Music — 4 to 5 p.m. Memory Makers Czech Choir — 5 to 5:30 p.m. Social Time — 5:30 to 6 p.m. Opening Ceremony — 6 p.m. Parade of Costumes — 6:20 p.m. Ukrainian Dancers — 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Music by Jodie Mikula Orchestra — 7 to 11 p.m. The youth club will have the kitchen open from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. The Ladies Circle will also sponsor a cake walk. We hope to see many of you there. If you haven’t been at the lodge recently, please do come by soon. You will be pleasantly surprised by the improvements we have made in the last few years. National Hall is located at 3316 Roberts Cut-Off Road, Fort Worth, Texas. The phone number is (817) 624-1361. —SPJST—

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Lodge 97, Placedo Lodge 258, Seguin quarterly meeting invites members this Friday to fall fun day SPJST Lodge 97, Placedo will meet Friday, September 14, 2007, for its quarterly meeting. The meeting will be held at Veracruz Restaurant, located at 3110 North Navarro in Victoria, Texas, at 6 p.m. Please bring soda tabs and old sunglasses. This will be the youth meeting, also. Fraternally, Lanail Olsovsky, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 160 San Angelo invites youth to fun day Lodge 160, San Angelo will host a fun afternoon at the Unidad Park, located off College Hills Boulevard in San Angelo, Texas, on Saturday, September 22, 2007, at 4 p.m. The youth will have time to play, and pizza will be served. We invite all the youth of Lodge 160 to attend. Mark your calendar. Fraternally, Sharon Hohmann, President —SPJST—

Lodge 179 Warrenton meets September 13 The next meeting of Lodge 179, Warrenton will be Thursday, September 13. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Goehring volunteered to bring fried chicken. Everyone is asked to bring a side dish or dessert. Ricky Weyand, Reporter —SPJST—

Dear Members, You are cordially invited to the District Seven Fall Fun Day on Sunday, September 23, 2007, at the TLU Student Activity Center, located at Memorial Drive and Fleming Drive. Registration is from 9:45 to 10:30 a.m. This is a great opportunity to meet the district officers and the Lodge 258 officers. Also in attendance will be many members from Lodge 258 and surrounding lodges. What a great time to meet your fellow SPJST members. Activities scheduled for the day will be dominoes, bunco, and horseshoe tournaments. Contests will be held for kolaches, needlework, and adult and youth Christmas ornaments. See pages 8 and 9 for additional information. For directions or additional information, please call Chester Jenke (830) 303-4316 or (210) 413-3053. A catered meal of salad, pork steak, green beans, potatoes, drinks, and dessert will be served at 12:30 p.m. for a small fee of $3 per person. Please RSVP by Monday, September 17 so that we may order enough food. Fraternally, Chester Jenke, President —SPJST—

Fort Worth Ladies Circle Our August, 2007, meeting was opened at 10:30 a.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance. Alice Barnes read a prayer. The president thanked Joe Kozel for the music he furnished before our meeting, and she also welcomed our 53 members and guests. The guests were Al Mladenka, Kendyl Kercho, Emily Akin, Amber Moore, Dewain Smith and Betty Smith and their son and daughter. Joyce Tesar reported that there would be a Czech dance on Sunday and asked everyone to wear their spiffy hats. She mentioned Heritage Day at the State Fair of Texas and said the music would be furnished by The Mikula Band. More about that later. Margaret Laymance, our hostess chairperson, reported that Ann Schneider, Estelle Hurtik, and Doris Overstreet are our hostesses for

VĚSTNÍK lunch. She then turned her schedule for the year over to Gloria, who then turned it over to me. Margaret’s job prevents her from attending our meetings. We will miss her. Birthday wishes went to Warren Flowers, Albert Kubala, Bill Mclendon, Mary Ann Gibson, Gloria Garek, Martha Boenisch, and Evelyn Kubala. Since we will do the cake walk at Heritage Day, a sign-up sheet was passed around for volunteers to work and also to bake. Al Mladenka entertained us with a sing-along. He furnished us with sheet music to some oldies. It was a lot of fun. Thank you. The lunch was delicious as usual. The next meeting will be September 11. See you then. Since our last meeting we have lost two loyal members, Verne Borde and Betty Lindsay. Our deepest sympathy to their families. We will miss them both. Fraternally yours, Evelyn Scaff, Secretary —SPJST—

Polka worship September 16 at Temple church The eighth annual polka worship at First Lutheran Church, located at 1515 West Adams Avenue in Temple, is set for Sunday, September 16, 2007, at 10:30 a.m. Jubilee Polka Band will provide the music. There will be ample parking space this year. A barbecue meal will be served following the service. Tickets may be purchased at the door or earlier from the office. For more information, please call the church at (254) 773-9976. Submitted by, Jerry Hurta Lodge 87, Temple —SPJST—

Lodge 54, West meets Sept. 14 Attention, Members: The Lodge 54, West meeting will be this Friday, September 14, 2007, at 7 p.m. at Lone Star Hall in West. Please attend. Fraternally, Anne Emery, Reporter —SPJST—

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

Machu family The 36th annual Machu reunion will be held on Sunday, September 30, 2007, at the SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville hall. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. with lunch beginning at 12:30 p.m. Meat, drinks, bread, and paper goods will be furnished, so we ask that each family bring a vegetable or salad, and a dessert or fruit dish. In addition, we encourage everyone to bring family photos, scrapbooks, and other memorabilia to share, along with an item or two for the auction. Questions regarding the reunion should be directed to Vic Holubec (512) 863-0260 or Darwin Machu (512) 218-1559. Nancy Machu Lodge 29, Taylor September 29 Sacky-Malek-Dobecka-Vrana Texana, families—at Lake Breckenridge Park in Edna, Texas. Submitted by Dora and Louis Sacky, Lodge 79, Corpus Christi. —SPJST—

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SPJST Youth Section

District Two sets fall youth activities

Dear District Two Members, Please mark your calendars for these important dates: September 16 District Two Fall Meeting in Elgin Registration for the Christmas Ornament Contest begins at 1 p.m. and ends promptly at 2 p.m. Check the youth handbook for all the rules on page 38. For the silent auction for the district youth club, we ask each youth club and family to donate an item of $10 or more value. Due to an increase

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 in the cost of camp, we could really use help to defray the cost of the lockin. The beseda circles will be performing, and our 2007-2008 District Two King Cyril Pajestka of Lodge 80, Holland and Queen Mary Tischler of Lodge 20, Granger will present their speeches. We would like each youth club to set up a booth, such as a ring toss, dart throw, etc. Let me know. I know that Taylor is planning to have a face and nail painting booth.

October 20 District Two Trip to Six Flags Over Texas The cost is $23 for members and $35 for non-members. This includes the bus fare. Due to construction and no lighted parking area at the SPJST Home Office, the buses will leave from Seaton Star Hall at 7 a.m. I called around Temple, and everyone I talked to requires a fee for us to leave our vehicles on their lots. We will not have access to the buses during the day at Six Flags due to the increased charge of having a bus on sight. If there is enough interest, we can have one bus depart Six Flags early, about 8 p.m. I must know before hand to arrange this with the bus line. If you are absolutely sure you will want to leave early, contact me. You cannot change your mind once the trip/bus assignments are set. I must have all money before October 15. Please pay before the day of the trip. I do not want to take that much cash with me to Six Flags. November 10 DYC Meeting Prior to this time, please share with me all your concerns/praises/complaints of YAD, camp, or any other

Lodge 17, New Tabor Welcomes New Youth Club Member

MITCHELL PARKS Lodge 17, New Tabor welcomes Mitchell Parks, age six, to the youth club. Mitchell is the son of Lane and Dana Parks, and he has one sister, Jada. Mitchell plays soccer and baseball and likes hunting and fishing. He attends Caldwell Elementary and is in the first grade. —SPJST— issues that need to be brought up with the other District Youth Counselors and State Youth Director John Hoelscher.

2006-2007 State Duke: Fourth of July Farewell Fun Dear Readers, On July 4, 2007, we drove to Belton for the Fourth of July parade. This was my last parade as SPJST State Duke, and the weather was nice. I

rode on the back of a red Corvette. This is the most fun because it’s a really cool car. There were a lot of people there. The Army soldiers were marching in the parade. We took a lot

of pictures, too. Zachary McManus 2006-2007 State Duke/Lodge 84, Dallas —SPJST—

Wednesday, September 12, 2007 November 30 District Two Lock-In at Lodge 48, Beyersville

Please call me if I can help you in any way. Again, thank you for your support. I hope to see everyone at all the upcoming activities. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—

District Five invites youth to fall family fun day Dear Members, District Five Fall Family Fun Day is Saturday, September 22, 2007, at Lodge 88, Houston. Registration is from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. for the Christmas Ornament Contest. All youth are encouraged to participate

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according to the guidelines in the rule book. There are absolutely no kits allowed, no food items, and no ornaments larger than six inches tall. There will be a cake contest for all adults as well, and the cakes must be made from scratch. The youth will have games, there will be a water slide, and part of the Core Challenge course will also be available for your enjoyment. The hosting lodge will provide drinks and the meat dish. Every family is asked to bring a side dish or dessert. This is a fun day for all, so come and join us. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at home (713) 649-6138; work (281) 999-3400; or you can always email me district5dyc@aol.com. Fraternally, Barbara Linney-Gonzales District Five Youth Counselor —SPJST—

Lodge 183, Arlington Youth Club Rocks at District Three Camp

The Lodge 183, Arlington group at District Three Camp on July 19 to 22 at Camp Hope in McGregor, Texas. Pictured are, front, Katelyn Daniel, Chelsea Reed, and Levi Adamek. Center row, Tommy, Kay, and Katie Weeks, Rachel Reed, Gena Weeks, and Cassidy Higgins. Back: Tom Weeks, Colton Daniel, Ann Pustejovsky (hidden), Debra Daniel, and Randy Adamek.

Lodge 17, New Tabor Welcomes New Youth Club Member

Lodge 247, San Marcos Youth Club Visits San Antonio Zoo

TABOR DOWELL Lodge 17, New Tabor welcomes Tabor Dowell, age six, to the youth club. Tabor is the son of Tye and Mabrey Dowell, and he has one sister, Maylee. Tabor likes to play at Ghattitown, swim, and play with friends and his little sister. He also likes basketball, baseball, and soccer. Tabor attends Caldwell Elementary where he is in kindergarten. Tabor is a third generation youth club member. His grandmother Carol Trcalek Petty and his mother Mabrey Petty Dowell (current youth leader) were both youth club members at Lodge 17. Tabor’s entire family are members of Lodge 17, New Tabor. —SPJST—

Lodge 247, San Marcos Youth Club recently visited the San Antonio Zoo. Pictured are Aaron Garza, Makiya Garza, Brooke Banda-Segura,

Katherine Banda-Segura, and Youth Leader Patty Garcia, center, front. Not pictured are Nathan Cardenas and Bryanna Salazar.

In Memoriam

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Lodge 25, Ennis youth: camp fun Dear Vestnik Readers, I went to Camp Hope. The snow cones were Incredible Hulk. I was at archery, and I shot a fake deer. I slid down so fast on the inflatables slide, it was like I wasn’t even touching it. I went on a slip and slide. It was fun. We walked at the lake, and I picked up two cups full of seashells and two clams. I saw a lot. I rode on a bull in the pool and got thrown off. I also surfed in the pool, and I jumped off. I got to stay up past midnight. I made a beautiful flower pot during craft time. I like the Ravioli song, and the s’mores were great. We learned two Czech songs. I sang the songs to my Paw-Paw. He started to sing, too. The whole camp practiced the beseda dance. I like the “rocking skit” that the teen boys did. It was called the “Rocking Beseda.” Some of the boys dressed up as girls in girls’ skirts and bikinis. It was super funny. See you next year at camp! Love, April Dvorak, finally age 7 —SPJST—

Lodge 17, New Tabor Welcomes New Youth Club Member

TANNER STEFKA Lodge 17, New Tabor welcomes Tanner Stefka, age nine, to the youth club. Tanner is the son of Mark and Stacy Stefka, and he has one brother, Trent. Tanner’s hobbies are showing goats, riding bikes, camping, swimming, and putting together Legos. Tanner attends Caldwell Intermediate and is in the fourth grade. He is a member of the Caldwell 4-H and plays soccer and baseball. —SPJST—

In Memory of Frankie Kubicek

Hey, Youth Members! Enter the Christmas Ornament Contest at your District Fall Meeting. Contact your District Youth Counselor listed on page 2 of the Vestnik. Lodge 17, New Tabor Welcomes New Youth Club Member

TRENT STEFKA Lodge 17, New Tabor welcomes Trent Stefka, age six, to the youth club. Trent is the son of Mark and Stacy Stefka, and he has one brother, Tanner. Trent’s hobbies are showing goats, riding bikes, camping, and playing in the dirt. He also likes cooking. attends Caldwell Trent Elementary and is in the first grade. He is a member of the Caldwell 4-H and plays soccer and baseball. He loves John Deere items. —SPJST—

Frankie “Poncho” Kubicek, age 78 of Moulton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 14, 2007 at the Nix Health Center in San Antonio. He was born January 28, 1929 in the Oak Grove community to Edmund and Mary Welfl Kubicek. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Maggie Provazek Kubicek of Moulton; daughters Rosalie and husband Tim Koncaba, Sharon and husband Perry Kram, all of Moulton; sister Irene Pohler of Shiner; grandchildren Preston, Kyle and Courtney Koncaba; Trey Kram and Brittania and husband Wyatt Darilek, all of Moulton; and great-grandchildren Kamryn and Talan Darilek. He was preceded in death by his parents. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who was deeply loved in return by his family as well as many friends. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War, member of the VFW, Knights of Columbus, and the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 184, Moulton. Poncho attended school at Oak Grove and graduated from the University of Texas Technical School in mechanics in 1959. He moved to Houston and worked as a mechanic until retiring in 1989 and moved back to Moulton. Rosary, led by his nephew Donnie Pohler, was recited at Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Moulton on Sunday, June 17. Funeral Mass was celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, June 18 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with Father John Peters officiating. Pallbearers were Preston, Kyle and Courtney Koncaba, Trey Kram, Brittania and Wyatt Darilek, Michael Pohler, and Gerald Jalufka. A private graveside burial will be held at a later date. Ms. Frankie Kubicek —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge 92, Fort Worth, on behalf of our members, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our departed sister, BETTY JANE LINDSAY, who passed away on Saturday, August 25, 2007, at the age of 80. Betty was born on April 12, 1927, in Fort Worth. She was raised at the Lena Pope Home and graduated from Arlington Heights High School in 1947. She was a member of First Baptist Church of White Settlement, Lodge 92 Ladies Circle, and the YaYa Red Hatters Club. Betty was known as a loving person who enjoyed helping others. The funeral was held at White’s Azle Chapel. Interment was in East Greenwood Cemetery in Weatherford, Texas. Survivors include twin sister Billy Jean Lewellen; three nephews; one niece; and a host of friends and other loved ones. Resolution Committee Alene Kercho Elizabeth Howard Ann Schneider —SPJST—

Podpora Wednesday, September 12, 2007

BENEVOLENCE

ROCNIK 95 CISLO 36

Učme se česky Let Us Study Czech Lekce šestadvacátá Lesson 26

The Verb Sloveso

The verb is a word that indicates action by a subject, of a process, a state of a person or thing: The verb changes its form according to the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd person who performs an action according to the time (present, past, future); to the manner of the action.

Every verb refers to a subject and time: bojujeme–my bojujeme (we are fighting now); whereas the nouns boj (fight) and adjectives bojovný bear no relation to time.

Finite forms of verbs express number and person contained in the subject: mluvím – I am speaking. Non-finite forms have a nominal character: budování, stavkonání – the act of building, striking, etc.

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Reflexive verbs indicate an action which is performed by the subject upon himself. Example: mýti se, oblékat se, hrát si, učíme se. Sometimes, the verb may be separated by several words from its reflexive pronoun: Když se - po dlouhé době - vrátil

domů.

Lidskost

Česká

HUMANITY

Bratrstvi

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In colloquial speech, we use the compound forms ses and sis which are the results of abbreviating jsi se (ses) and jsi si (sis). Thus:

Ty jsi se nemyl becomes Ty ses nemyl.; Co jsi si přal? becomes Co sis přál? With some verbs, se has no meaning at all, and are called simple reflexives. Example: Dívati se na něco

smáti se ptáti se

There are about 60 verbs of this type. Many of them express physical or mental feelings: báti se diviti se zlobiti se chce se mi

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The Czech verb possess: 1. 3 tenses: present, past, future

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2. 2 aspects: imperfective, perfective 3. moods: infinitive, indicative, imperative, conditional 4. voices: active and passive 5. 2 number: singular and plural; 3 persons: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

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Imperfective čtouce Infinitive: Čísti Non-participle: Present: čtu čten, čtena, Past: četl jsem čteno Future: budu číst verbal noun: Imperative: čti! čtení Perfective: přečetl bych to . . .

Czec h Cultural Calendar

Each Tuesday Evening Czech Language Class (extemporaneous)—at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home, No. 1, Taylor, 500 East Lake Drive in Taylor, 6:30 to approximately 8:30 p.m. Informal gathering for the purpose of listening to Czech, and reading and speaking Czech.

Beginning September 5 Czech Language Classes—at the CHS Library, 4117 Willowbend, Houston, Texas 77025-5706. No charge. Two levels of Czech instruction are provided—beginners and advanced. All class materials provided free of charge. Additionally, Czech travelogues, videos, sing-alongs, and class parties are included in the class activities. For information, call (713) 861-7403; or call CHS Library (713) 349-0500. September 16 Vinobraní - Grape Harvest Festival—at TCHCC Fair Pavilion, La Grange: wine and cheese tasting along with good music. For information, call (888) 785-4500.

September 23 Victoria Czech Heritage Festival— at Victoria Community Center, 2905 East North Street. Czech-English Mass at 9 a.m. Festival begins at 10 a.m. and includes: musical events

throughout the day; homemade beer/wine show (time planned after judging for the public to taste many of the beer/wine entries); Czech cultural demonstrations - cleaning poppyseed/making poppyseed kolaches and Czech-style cheese rolls; homemade noodles, and jelly/wine - recipes included!; Czech stew/sausage lunch; fruit kolaches; homemade chicken noodle soup; sausage wraps; auction; children’s games; pastry wheel; arts/crafts; exhibit booths; Czech heritage museum; and Texas State Tarok Tournament. Admission - $5 per person; under 15 years admitted free. For information, call Marjorie Matula (361) 575-0820; via email marjoriematula@aol.com. Homemade wine/beer show info, contact Friench and Martha Tarkington (361) 5785040/wine; or Greg Johnson (361) 485-9708/beer. For exhibit booth information, contact Donald Dusek (361) 578-6730; or visit www.vcchs.homestead.com. for full information. Event is sponsored by Victoria County CHS.

October 2007 Hornáčká cimbálová muzika Petra Mičky: Petr Mička’s Cimbalom Orchestra (two violins, viola, bass, clarinet, and hammer dulcimer) — 90-minute performances of traditional folk music from the eastern edge of

Moravia followed by traditional “wine cellar party” music, perhaps even with a sing-along. To host the group for a performance, contact Dr. Thomas Sovik, Professor of Music, Director of Central European Studies and Exchanges via email thomassovik@yahoo.com; or (817) 2879644/cell phone. Thanks to the generous endowment provided by Czech Educational Foundation of Texas to UNT in support of Czech music. October 6 Hornáčká cimbálová muzika Petra Mičky: Petr Mička’s Cimbalom Orchestra—at UNT Murchison Performing Arts Center, Denton, Texas. 90-minute performance of traditional folk music from the eastern edge of Moravia followed by traditional “wine cellar party” music, perhaps even with a sing-along. For information, contact Dr. Thomas Sovik: email thomassovik@yahoo.com; or (817) 287-9644/cell phone.

October 7 Heritage Day at Dallas State Fair— at the African-American Museum. Events include music, costumes, athletic performances, dancing, food, and various displays inside and outside. —SPJST—

Wednesday, September 12, 2007

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přečísti doesn’t exist přečetl jsem přečtu přečti to! Conditional: četl bych Present participle: čta, čtouc,

přečet-ši, sepřečten, přečtena, přečteno

Pokračovaní —SPJST—

přečtení

CCCH celebrates building’s third anniversary September 1, 2007 was the third anniversary of the Czech Cultural Center Houston Museum’s occupancy of our beautiful Baroque style building in Houston’s Museum District. The few of us were on duty raised a glass of champagne to the occasion pledging to continue our

very best for the continuing success of the Czech Center. We appreciate all those who took part in our 13th annual Benefit Gala celebration on August 18. It was a beautiful event, and it is always great to hear accolades. We wish to convey the significant events that are forthcoming: First Week in September—An exhibit of beloved Czech artist, Josef Lada, cartoonist, illustrator works.

Victoria Czech Heritage Festival set for September 23

Who would have thought that so many people are mak- winners will be recognized including Best of Show and ing beer and wine these days? The members planning the runners-up awarded in each of the beer and wine divi22nd Annual Victoria Czech Heritage Festival were real- sions. Due to popular demand, there is even a time ly surprised last year when 99 entries were submitted for being planned after judging for the public to taste many judging! Yes, 75 wine entries and 24 beer entries encour- of the entries. The public will also have the opportunity to learn aged the group to do it again this September. from the best on how to make homemade beer and wine. The 22nd Annual Victoria Czech Heritage Festival is getting organized, and plans are for another big celebra- Local brewers, Greg Johnson (beer) and Douglas Prukop (wine) will demonstrate tion and Beer and Wine Show on their expertise and secrets in their Sunday, September 23, 2007, at the homebrew process. Additionally, Victoria Community Center, locata special feature at 4:30 p.m. will ed at 2905 East North Street. The be “All About Growing Grapes, festival is sponsored by the Victoria Varieties, etc.,” presented by Fritz County Czech Heritage Society Westover, Texas Gulf Coast (VCCHS) and has drawn well over Viticulturist, with Texas a thousand people consistently for Cooperative Extension from more than a decade. Houston, Texas. So, have you finished bottling Meanwhile, the beer and wine your beer or wine from this year’s exhibitors’ admission fee of $5 crop or purchased kit? Do you per person also allows them to have an entry or several you are enjoy the many festivities held proud of? It needn’t be a vintage of throughout the day. Events this year either as any beer or wine scheduled include five musical can be entered, even one you events/bands with good, wholesome Czech style and country brewed years ago, as long as it was Besides entering their homemade beer music from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; six not a winner in last year’s show. and wine in the second annual Beer The Beer and Wine Show was and Wine Show, Douglas Prukop and cultural demonstrations; the added last year as many people Greg Johnson, beer and wine brewers famous Czech stew and sausage including Czechs do still enjoy and from Victoria, will be demonstrating lunch plate; and various fruit and participate in this art and tradition. the art and science of making home- sausage kolaches and homemade Entries can come from home and brewed beer and Mustang wine at the chicken noodle soup. Also on small backyard brewers and vine- Victoria County Czech Heritage hand will be an auction, children September 23 at the Victoria games, pastry wheel, arts and yards — essentially from anyone Festival Community Center, 2905 East North crafts, numerous exhibits and a throughout the state except from Street in Victoria. Here they are showthe judges and commercial wine ing some of the equipment they use Czech heritage museum, and the Texas State Tarok (card) producers. Several classes in the and the end result! Tournament. show are set including: Beer – Admission is $5 per person for Light, Amber, Dark and Novelty; and Wine – Dry and all four bands and all activities, with youth under 15 Sweet classes of Red, White, Novelty and Kit wines plus years admitted free of charge. For information, call a Dessert Wine Class. Within a class, a person may enter Marjorie Matula (361) 575-0820/email marjoriematuas many times as desired with different batches. Entry la@aol.com. For information on the Homemade Beer forms submitted by September 14 qualify for a discount- and Wine Show, contact Friench and Martha Tarkington ed entry fee of $5 each with entry fees after that being (361) 578-5040 - wine or Greg Johnson (361) 485-9708 $8 each. - beer. For exhibit booth information, contact Donald Beer entries must include two 12-ounce bottles, and Dusek (361) 578-6730. wine entries must be in a bottle no larger than 1 liter or For full information, including rules and entry forms 1 quart in size and no less than 750 ml (1 1/2 pints). All for the Beer and Wine Show, see the Victoria County entries must be checked in from 10 to 10:30 a.m. on Czech Heritage Society website: www.vcchs.homeSeptember 23 with judging at noon. Results will be pre- stead.com. sented several hours later. First, second, and third place —SPJST—

September 10—Czech language classes begin at the Czech Center at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, September 30—Annual Saint Cyril and Methodius Festival takes place at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston in the Heights. It is the longest running festival in the City of Houston combining five Slavic groups, the Czechs taking their turn hosting the event, the Polish, Ukrainians, Croatians, and the Slovenes. The day begins with mass continuing with performances, music and the five groups’ authentic delicious foods. Please come out to have a great time and support this event. October 10—An October Musical Series recognizes Czech and Slovak independence day on October 28. At the Czech Center, the Moravian Cimbalom Orchestra from Hodonin, Czech Republic performs in concert followed by a wine and food reception. RSVP required. Call (713) 528-2060. This event is directed by Professor of Music at University of North Texas Denton Dr. Thomas Sovik and generously underwritten by Czech Education Foundation of Texas. November 15—Continues our Musical Series recognizing November 17, 1989, as the Czech/Slovaks return to democracy from communism. Noel Martin, Professor of Music at University of St. Thomas, and other local professionals present a Dvorak Festival concert at the Czech Center followed by a wine and food reception. RSVP required (713) 528-2060. December 6—St. Nicholas Day will be observed with an annual Christmas celebration. Warmest regards from the Czech Cultural Center Houston. Effie M. Rosene Chairman/President —SPJST—

Wednesday, September 12, 2007

CEFT welcomes Czech orchestra in October Dear Texas Czechs, Greetings from the University of North Texas with very good news for all of my Czech friends around the State of Texas! Thanks to the generous endowment that the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas provides to the University of North Texas in support of Czech music, in October, 2007, I will be traveling across Texas with a special event – Hornáčká cimbálová muzika Petra Mičky. We have confirmation that Czech National Television will be sending a film crew to follow us around in October—creating a documentary of the Petr Micka cimbalom tour as this relates to the CEFT endowment and, in general us—Texas Czechs! Two previous documentaries of this director include Jeden rok (One Year) which is a movie about the lives of seven people from the Hornacko region in a non-sentimental witnessing of the lifestyle of people from remote places in the mountains and woods of the White Carpathian Mountains, and Salve Moravia, which is a documentary about South Moravia from 20062007 involving a unique composition of rituals of the landscape and the people living in it — customs, gestures, colors, and music. The movie is silent but is accompanied by the music by Janacek, Bittova, Bulis, Martinu, Stedron, and Pavlica. The tentative performance schedule is below. I’ve included the

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"Czech" schedule for the Texas State Fair; please note the change of time and venue for the Austin performance. Please let me know about any additional changes! Also, as a special treat, we are going to have three of our former and current exchange students from the Janacek Academy of Music and the Performing Arts (in Brno) provide a little “jazz music” at the reception following Micka’s first performance. Jiri is the current pianist in our One O’Clock Lab Band — not too bad for a Czech guy! There will be food, and, of course, beer and wine. Saturday, October 6 Winspear Performance Hall UNT Campus, Denton Host: College of Music, University of North Texas Time: 8 p.m. Admission: Yes Reception: Public, with SpilkaLevicek-Kleibl “Czech Jazz” Trio Contact: Tom Sovik (817) 287-9644 thomassovik@yahoo.com Sunday, October 7 Texas State Fair, Dallas

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Czech Fest 36th Annual

SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas 2625 Floyd Street • Dallas, Texas

Sunday, September 16, 2007 11:30 a.m.—Doors Open 12:30 to 2 p.m.—Dinner (catered by Bessie’s) Pork Roast, Sauerkraut, Dumplings, Salad, Green Beans Dinner Rolls, Coffee/Tea, Desserts Adults: $10 • Children: $5

3 to 6 p.m. — Free Dance: The Ennis Czech Boys

Booths • Games • Prizes • Dancing • Silent Auction Information or Silent Auction Donations: Justine Yeager (214) 827-0920

Heritage Festival African-American Museum Outdoor Stage Gate 5 (Grand Avenue) off R.B. Cullum Blvd. Host: Texas Cultural Partnership Time: 3:30 p.m. and 5:15 p.m. The Day’s Schedule: 10:30 a.m. Czech Orchestra 11 a.m. - Opening Ceremonies 11:30 a.m. - Czech Children Dancers 11:40 a.m. - Czech Beseda Dancers 3:30 p.m. - Petr Micka Cimbalom Orchestra 4:40 p.m. - Czech Recognition 5:15 p.m. - Petr Micka Cimbalom Orchestra

Tuesday, October 9 Cactus Cafe, University of Texas Campus, Austin Host: Texas Chair of Czech Studies, University of Texas Time: 8:30 p.m. 62nd Annual

Cyclone Picnic St. Joseph’s Church Sunday, September 23 Live Music

Praha Brothers 12 noon to 3 p.m.

Admission: Fairgrounds admission Contact: Steve Ogden (214) 641-6013 (scheduling) steven.ogden@ge.com David Podhrasky (214) 724-1523

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Sausage and Home-Fried Chicken

with all the trimmings Plates served 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. $7 per plate

Auction - 3:30 p.m. All games begin at 12 noon

Bingo * Las Vegas * Hardware Store Ring Stand * Toy Store * Face Painting General Store * Baseball Throw Football Throw * Cold Drinks Cyclone Express Train Ride

Plenty of shade available Public invited * Bring your family

Victoria County’s 22nd Annual

Czech Heritage Festival

Sunday, September 23, 2007 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Victoria Community Center 2905 East North in Victoria, Texas

Music By Frank Milder and The Wharton County Czech Singers - 10 to 11 a.m. Shiner Hobo Band - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. • Czechaholics - 1 to 4:15 p.m. Concert with Czechaholics and Red Ravens - 3:45 to 4:15 p.m. • Red Ravens - 3:45 to 8 p.m. Special Attraction: Sarah Middlebrook - 2006 Miss Texas Czech-Slovak Queen and 2006 Miss Czech-Slovak U.S.A. Queen Exhibits • Prize Drawing • Czech Heritage Museum • Arts and Crafts Children’s Games • Auction • Pastry Wheel • Czech Demonstrations

23rd Texas State Tarok Tournament with prizes Homemade Beer and Wine Show Czech-English Mass Celebrated by Father Joseph Hybner

9 a.m. - Our Lady of Victory Cathedral • Laurent and Mesquite Streets

11 a.m. - Czech Stew and Sausage Lunch—$6.50/plate Kolaches and Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Available All Day Sausage Wraps Available After Lunch Admission $5 per person; Under 15 - Free

For info: Marjorie Matula (361) 575-0820 • Tarok - Joe Pustka (361) 578-2507 Booths - Donald Dusek (361) 578-6730 • Website: http://www.vcchs.homestead.com Sponsored by The Victoria County Czech Heritage Society

Wednesday, September 12, 2007

VĚSTNÍK Admission: No Reception: Private Contact: Craig Cravens (512) 232-9125 svejk@mail.utexas.edu Roger Kolar (512) 474-6526 work, (512) 453-0642 home (512) 217-6147 cell rogkolar@io.com Wednesday, October 10 Czech Cultural Center Houston Museum, Library, Prague Hall, Brno Gallery, Wenceslas Chapel 4920 San Jacinto at Wichita in the Museum District (713) 528-2060 Host: Czech Cultural Center Houston Time: 7 p.m.

Admission: Yes Reception: Public Contact: Bill or Effie Rosene czech@czechcenter.org Thursday, October 11 Caldwell Civic Center, Caldwell 103 West Highway 21 (979) 567-6854 Host: Texas Polka Music Museum Time: 7 p.m. Admission: Freewill offering Reception: Public Contact: Lou Zaeske (979) 846-2035 louzaeske@aol.com

Lodge 29, Taylor 7th Annual Barbecue Cook-Off 5025 FM 619 • Taylor, Texas

Friday and Saturday September 21 and 22, 2007 Guaranteed $3,000 Prize Money! BBQ Cookers

$80 entry fee (Chicken, Pork Ribs, Brisket) $10 fee for Jackpot Sausage $10 fee for Jackpot Pinto Beans Cash and Trophies awarded for 1st to 10th places in all meat categories (Chicken, Pork Ribs, Brisket) Cash and Unique Trophies awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Master Cook and Best Rig Jackpot Sausage and Pinto Beans 80 Percent Payback Cash Prizes awarded for 1st to 5th places Trophies awarded for 1st to 10th places

Anyone Welcome to Judge on Saturday! Free Dance Friday Night Lawmen - 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Old-Fashioned Hamburgers sold by Thrall 4-H • Friday 6 to 9 p.m. Contact: Jesse Pospisil (512) 365-1110

Saturday, October 13 Location: Muziky, Muziky TCCHC Amphitheater, La Grange (888) 785-4500 Fayette County Fairgrounds Highway 77 North Host: Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center Time: 7:30 p.m. Admission: Yes Reception: Public Contact: Retta Chandler 972-223-9361 rettachan@sbcglobal.net

Host: Sokol Dallas Time: 12 to 6 p.m. Performance by the Cloverleaf Orchestra, 12:30 to 2 p.m. Meal, 4:30 to 6 p.m. - Petr Micka Cimbalom Orchestra Admission: $10 tax-deductible offering toward CEFT Contact: David Podhrasky (214) 724-1523 Bob Podhrasky (972) 392-2431 Bertha Podhrasky bertha1@airmail.net Dr. Thomas Sovik Professor of Music Director of Central European Studies and Exchanges —SPJST—

Sunday, October 14 Dallas Sokol Hall, Dallas 7448 Greenville (214) 348-5608

Czech Heritage Day Celebrating the 97th Anniversary of SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth

Saturday, September 15, 2007 Doors Open at 4 p.m. Admission: $8 12 and Under: Free with Paid Adult Admission

Traditional Czech Dinner Served 4 to 6:30 p.m. Adults: $8 • Children 12 and Under: $4

Accordion Music — 4 to 5 p.m. Memory Makers Czech Choir — 5 to 5:30 p.m. Social Time — 5:30 to 6 p.m. Opening Ceremony — 6 p.m. Parade of Costumes — 6:20 p.m. Ukrainian Dancers — 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Music by Jodie Mikula Orchestra — 7 to 11 p.m. Youth Club Kitchen Open — 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Ladies Circle Cake Walk

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

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

LODGE 24, CYCLONE Saturday, October 6—Private party Saturday, October 13—East Bell County Youth Boosters Saturday, October 27—Eugene and Dorothy Haisler 25th wedding anniversary Saturday, November 3—Private wedding Saturday, November 10—Private wedding

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 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 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.

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. For more information, visit www.spjstflaghall.com.

LODGE 8, WEIMAR Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Hall in Weimar.

LODGE 25, ENNIS Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. For rentals, reservations, or more information, call the hall (972) 8758381 and leave a message.

LODGE 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 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December.

LODGE 13, DIME BOX Lodge 13, Dime Box adult meetings are the second Sunday of the month at 5 p.m. Youth club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 5 p.m. Refreshments served after meeting. Club dances are the second Sunday of each month. For hall rental information, call (254) 5932222. LODGE 17, NEW TABOR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. LODGE 18, ELGIN Sunday, September 23—Harry Czarnek and the Texas Dutchmen, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person Sunday, September 30—Red Ravens, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person Lodge hall is located at 702 Highway 95 North, Elgin. Adult lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m.; youth club meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. unless otherwise stated. For all Lodge 18, Elgin hall rentals, please call Irene Helgren (512) 2814534. For band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited.

LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Meetings are held at the Wharton County Library, 746 Clubside Drive in East Bernard. LODGE 29, TAYLOR Wednesday, September 12—Bobby Jay Five Band Friday, September 14—Czech Melody Masters Friday/Saturday, September 21-22—7th Annual Barbecue Cook-Off; Friday night entertainment: The Lawmen. See ad on page 21 for details. Wednesday, September 26—Bobby Jay Five Band Monthly meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Music on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays begins at 7:30 p.m. Free admission. On Fridays, delicious old-fashioned hamburgers are served. For rental information, call the lodge hall (512) 352-9139. The hall is located at 5025 FM 619. LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m.

VĚSTNÍK Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise noted. To hall: From Interstate 35 in Waco, take the Highway 84 East exit. Stay on Highway 84 East through Bellmead and go approximately 8 miles. On the right side of Highway 84 will be a sign saying “Elk”. Take the Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road and go approximately one mile and the road will dead end. Take a right at the dead end and go approximately 1/2 mile. Lodge 35 is on the left side of the road. The hall is open for rent every day of the week. For rental information, call (254) 875-2156. LODGE 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. LODGE 39, BRYAN Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month starting at 1 p.m. Lunch is served at 12:30 p.m. followed by the adult and youth club meetings at 1 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items are provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend. 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) 7781450. For youth club information, call Youth Leader Binnie Roesler (979) 272-1216. LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Sunday, October 7—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Friday, Saturday/October 26, 27—Private rental Lodge meetings are held the second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. Youth club meets the same day at 1:15 p.m. at the lodge hall, located just off US 59 South in Hillje. Members and guests are welcome. Bingo is played on Monday nights at 7 p.m. 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 Saturday, September 15—Lodge Fund Raiser: Outdoor Extravaganza. For more details, see page 11. Saturday, September 22—Open Saturday, September 29—Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Saturday, October 6—Private Saturday, October 13—Red Ravens Saturday, October 20—Keith’s Kountry Saturday, October 27—Private Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple on Highway 53. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Saturday night dance time is from 7 to 11 p.m. Hall opens at 6 p.m. Hall phone (254) 985-2548. For rentals, please contact Edwin Pechal (254) 9852282; or (254) 984-2255. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. 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 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, September 22—Cherokee Rose Saturday, October 20—Heart of Texas Road Gang Saturday, October 27—Flat Rock Junction

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

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

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 63, SWEET HOME Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. LODGE 65, CROSBY Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 66, WACO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. Youth club meetings at 2 p.m. LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge meetings are the fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 3 p.m. LODGE 73, SEYMOUR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 12 p.m. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March and June; and on the second Sunday of September, and December at 1 p.m. LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI SPJST lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month, unless otherwise notified. Meal served at 1 p.m. and the meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Hall location: 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Hall phone (361) 854-8423. LODGE 80, HOLLAND Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Youth club meetings are the first Saturday of the month at 3 p.m. Board of directors meetings are the first Saturday of the month at 3:30 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355. For hall rentals, call Linda Hill (254) 657-9595; or the lodge hall (254) 657-2485. LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. Luncheon served at noon, and the meeting follows. LODGE 84, DALLAS Sunday, September 16—Czech Fest: open at 11:30 a.m. See ad on page 20.

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Fellowship Day is held the third Tuesday of each month, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the lodge hall. Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the hall - 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. For band bookings, call Cherri Petr (214) 3524397; or Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514. For rentals, call Bessie Petr (214) 826-3557. LODGE 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371/shop; or (254) 7736164/home. LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, September 15—Vrazels’ Polka Band, polka/variety. $8 per person. Saturday, September 22—Aubrey Tucker, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, September 29—No dance Saturday, October 6—Knights of Dixie, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person Sunday, October 28—Czech Day: Music by Czech and Then Some. Lodge hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston, Texas (the Heights). For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. 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. 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

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VĚSTNÍK 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. Friday, September 14—Ron Martin Orchestra Saturday, September 15—Annual Czech Heritage Day: Reserve this date now! Call President Gordon Hubenak (817) 624-1361 for information on this great festival. See advertisement on page 21. Friday, September 21—Charlie Patteson Orchestra Friday, September 28—Charles Nemec Orchestra of West Station Sunday, October 7—Randy and the 92nd Road House Band, 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday, November 3—St. George’s Annual Harvest Dance—Vinobrani. Music by Czech and Then Some 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-todate announcements. Tune in to KAAM 770 AM for some easy listening music. To reserve for large parties celebrating weddings, anniversaries, or other special events, call early (817) 624-1361/ Joyce. SPJST Lodge 92/National Hall is located at 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76114. Visit www.nationalhallspjst92.org. LODGE 93, HOBSON Lodge meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at Polak’s between Karnes City and Kenedy. Contact E.R. Prasek for information (830) 780-2191. LODGE 94, WHEELOCK Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 1 p.m. LODGE 97, PLACEDO Adult lodge meetings are held in March, June, September, and December. Youth club meetings are the first Sunday of every month at Casa Ole in Victoria Mall at 3 p.m., excluding months where they are quarterly adult lodge meetings. To verify the meeting, call Youth Leader Donna Vanek (361) 573-6771. LODGE 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 For monthly meeting time and location, please contact lodge secretary Stanley Vrla (214) 8262670; or lodge president John Vrla (214) 9063385; or email jvrla@cebridge.net. LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio. LODGE 135, ENNIS Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. LODGE 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) 868-19810; 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 third Sunday of each month at 3:30 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) 472-1721 for meeting location, date, and time. LODGE 156, BAYTOWN Lodge meetings will be held the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For more information, call (281) 422-9611; or (281) 573-1612. LODGE 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are held on the second Sunday of every other month at 1 p.m. LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in April, July, October, and January at 2 p.m. LODGE 164, RIO HONDO Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 2:30 p.m. LODGE 169, BRENHAM Lodge meetings are held the fourth Thursday in February, April, June, August, and October at 7 p.m. The first Sunday of December will be the Christmas dinner and officer elections. The meetings will be held at Bilski’s Camphouse, 2577 Old Chappell Hill Road, Brenham, Texas. For information, contact President Annette Bilski (979) 830-3930; Vice President/FAC Stephen Bliznak (979) 836-9875; Secretary/Treasurer Glenda Weyand (979) 451-3231; or Reporter Leroy Kamas (979) 836-8179. LODGE 172, PASADENA Saturday, October 6—Danny Williamson Trio 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 (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 and under are free. For inquiries or reservations, call lodge phone (281) 487-3297. We need your name, your phone number, and how many will be in your party. Lodge 172 is a non-smoking facility. BYOB is back. 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 Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 1-74-1808390-7. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open.

LODGE 179, WARRENTON Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club Building in Carmine, 201 Centennial Street. LODGE 180, BURLESON Lodge hall is located on I-35W, 1.5 miles south of Renfro Street in Burleson. Lodge meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. For hall rentals, call (972) 435-2286; (817) 5582400; or (817) 295-3483. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are held the third Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. Call President Donald Beckendorf (254) 803-2987 for lodge meeting location. LODGE 183, ARLINGTON Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. For information regarding hall rentals—weddings, anniversaries, birthdays—call (817) 465-8538; or (972) 2639031. LODGE 184, MOULTON Lodge monthly meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at the lodge hall. Beginning March 2007, meetings will begin at 7:30 p.m. LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS Adult lodge meetings are held every other month—February, April, June, August, October, and December. For locations/times/, call Lodge President Joan Jaroszewski (830) 303-9998. The youth club meets every month. Call Youth Club Leader Theresa Haag (830) 625-8262. LODGE 186, CALDWELL Youth club meetings are on the first Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the lodge hall unless otherwise announced. Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Social games are at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002 LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK Lodge meeting and program are the second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. followed by a covered dish meal. Board meeting, 2 p.m.; entertainment, 2:30 p.m. Domino players meet the second Tuesday of each month 1 to 4 p.m. For information regarding building rentals, call (512) 2551554 or (512) 771-4948. LODGE 189 BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Lodge meetings will be held on the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. Unless otherwise notified, lodge meetings are held in Charles Munday’s office, 2403 Cavitt, Bryan, Texas (behind the Bryan Kroger’s). LODGE 191, LUFKIN Business meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., at the lodge hall located at 197 Hughes Road. Regular dances are on the third Saturday night of each month from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. For lodge rentals, call Helen Boyd (936) 632-2849. For dance reservations, call Marilynn Page (936) 632-1124. LODGE 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 Schulz (281) 3511045 or (281) 373-9482 for information, rentals, or reservations.

LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. LODGE 201 BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. For hall rentals, contact James Balke (979) 830-0796; or (979) 830-0118. LODGE 202, JOURDANTON Lodge 202, Jourdanton meetings are the first Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m., at the Jourdanton Community Center except the meal/meetings in March, June, September, December which will be at 1 p.m. The youth club meets the same day. LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of the month, 3 p.m. at the Koffee Kup Restaurant in Hico, Texas. Members are urged to attend, and anyone belonging to other lodges in driving distance are welcome. Bring a guest, and maybe we can make a member out of him/her. LODGE 206, TRI-COUNTIES Lodge meets the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Lions Club in Mexia, 201 North Paris Street, Mexia, Texas. LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS Meetings are held every third Saturday of January, March, May, July, and September at the Senior Citizens Building in Tahoka, 6 p.m. Youth club meets at the same time. LODGE 223, PALACIOS Lodge meetings are held the second Monday of each month at the Palacios Eagles Lodge at 6:30 p.m. LODGE 229, ABILENE Lodge meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. For information, contact (325) 676-5510. LODGE 230, MIDLAND For lodge meeting information, contact Christina Freeman (432) 770-3621. 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—

How Do You Compare to Other Americans?

Facts From LIMRA International for Life Insurance Awareness Month — September 2007 All facts are from LIMRA International’s Life Insurance Ownership Study.

Life insurance is important to me and my family. o Yes o No

Everyone in my household is covered by life insurance.

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Fact: Nearly three-fourths of Americans agree that life insurance is the best way to protect against premature death of a primary wage earner.

o Yes

Fact: Twenty-four million households have no life insurance protection at all. Almost one-third of adults have no life insurance protection.

o No

I own life insurance, but believe I need more for adequate protection. o Yes o No

Fact: Forty-four percent of all U.S. households (48 million) either do not own life insurance and believe they should, or own life insurance and believe they need more. Among those who already own some life insurance, 40 percent believe they do not have enough.

My family would be adequately prepared if the primary wage earner died. o Yes o No

Fact: One-fourth of primary wage earners feel they do not have a plan in place to provide a decent standard of living for their family if they died tomorrow. Twelve percent of families would immediately have trouble meeting everyday living expenses and another 15 percent would have difficulty keeping up after several months.

I need the services of a well-trained financial professional to help me identify the right strategies for my family. o Yes o No

Fact: Americans would like to discuss life insurance with a financial professional. Consumers feel buying life insurance is an important and complex financial decision. Half of them find it difficult to decide how much to buy, and 43 percent worry about making the wrong decision.

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