Vestnik 2007 10 17 by SPJST

Volume 95 Number 41

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Celebrating Czech Heritage in Texas . . . and in SPJST

Lodge 92, Fort Worth Youth Club members sing “A Ja Sam” at the lodge’s Czech Heritage Day on September 15. More photos on page 9.

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October 17, 2007

SPJST to Sponsor Czech Feszt November 3 in Temple

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. The bands scheduled to perform are:

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 T E X Aon S the third floor of the 3 , 2 0 0 7 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 we would encourage possible vendors and groups to contact Sandi Wicker at the Czech Heritage Museum (254) 899-2935 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. 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

Pictured is Fayetteville Mayor Ronnie Pflughaupt, front, center, signing a proclamation proclaiming October as Czech Heritage Month in the City of Fayetteville. Pictured with Mayor Pflughaupt are, left to right, Irene Polansky, Helen Mikus, Lillie Mae Brightwell, Dottie Lissy, and Steve Lissy. They are all from Lodge 1, Fayetteville. District Two Beseda Dancers perform the Ceska Beseda at Texas Fraternal Congress in Austin on October 6. More photos on page 17.

Noon to 2 p.m. Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six 2 to 4 p.m. Vrazels’ Polka Band 4 to 6 p.m. Texas Polka Authority 6 to 8 p.m. Harry Czarnek and the Texas Dutchmen 9 p.m. to Midnight The Bobby Flores Band

Celebrate Czech Heritage Month - October 1 to 31 The Vestnik will feature Czech fun activities throughout the month. Enter for your chance to win one of several Czech prizes. See page 4.

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Wednesday, October 17, 2007

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

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

District Five - Marceil Malak, 7444 Meiners Road, Ledbetter, Texas 78946-5118 - (979) 249-5940 District Six - Rita Vanek, P.O. Box 901, El Campo, Texas 77437 - (979) 543-6220 District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Texas 78130-3438 - (830) 625-8262 INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 F.M. 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Daniel Roznovsky, 2513 Custer Court, Irving, Texas 75062 - (972) 252-6763 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Dr., San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 234-8117 District Five - Helen Hegwood, 6702 Lindy Ann Lane, Houston, Texas 77008 - (713) 864-0489 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174 Lolita, Texas 77971 - (512) 874-4461 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 578 FM 1347, Stockdale, Texas 78160 - (830) 745-2702 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-0112 District Two - Tammy Whatley, 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

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Timely Time to Treat Time

Thanks to my great friend and Lodge 79, Corpus Christi member

Jerry Elzner for sharing these words: Some people kill time. They are fools. Closely related to them are people who waste time. They are loafers. Many people seek a good time. They are normal humans. And there are people who make time. They are lovers. Some people call time. They are referees. Others keep time. They are musicians. A relative few serve time. They are prisoners. Another relatively small group marks time. They are the unwise elderly. One learned group records time. They are historians. Some people try to make up time. They are tardy. Still others save time. They are the well organized. But what’s the point of these timeless observations. Only this: Time is endless. So what’s the problem? You are not! Last Week’s Crossword In last week’s October 10 Vestnik, we featured a crossword puzzle on page 4. Please note the following corrections. No. 10 across should be “sheep.” The Czech word prase should be listed instead of krocan. Thanks to those who called this to our attention. We apologize for these errors. Traditional Czech Meals District Seven Director Bob Bayer and I visited recently about Czech Heritage Month and something that Czechs are famous for— good food. Director Bayer inquired about a traditional Czech meal. The Vestnik office did some research, and we found a section called “Traditional Menus” in the book

“Czech Reflections” which was published by the McLennan-Hill County Czech Heritage Society in 1994. The information in the book was collected by Mary Dvoracek and prepared by Kathy Kral. The “Traditional Menus” section was submitted by Willa Mae Cervenka. Christmas Dinner Roast Goose or Pig, Soup, Peas, Green Beans, Egg Noodles, Dumplings, Sauerkraut and Wine Wedding Dinner Klobase, Soup, Potatoes, Cabbage Slaw, Wine and Beer Popular Dishes Roast Pork and Gravy Omacka Svickova Fruit Dumplings Ovocne Knedliky Potatoes Brambory Potato Salad Bramborovy salad Beans Fazole Beef Meat Hovezi Maso Mushroom Soup Houbova Polevka Sauerkraut Zeli Beef Noodle Soup Nudlova Polevka Chicken Meat Kure Maso Chicken Soup Kure Polevka Rabbit Meat Kralik Piece of Roast Kousek Pecene Smoked Weiner Parek Cucumber Salad Okurkovy Salat Fried Cutlet Smazeny Rizek Bacon Slanina Ham Sunka Sausage made of liver, heart, etc. Jitrnice Sausage Klobase Veal Meat Teleci Maso Egg Vejce Dumplings Knedlik Bread Chleb Peas Hrach Beer Pivo Stuffed Cabbage Holubky Potato Pancakes Braniboraky Filled Pastries Kolace —SPJST—

VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the last week of August and the last week of December by VĚSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 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.

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Family Fun and Important Dates October 19 October 20 October 20 October 20 October 20 October 21 October 21 Oct. 23-25 October 24 October 27 October 27 October 28 October 28 November 1 November 3 November 3 November 10 November 11 November 12 November 17 Nov. 17-18 November 18 November 18 Nov. 22 Nov. 23 Nov. 23 December 1 December 1 December 1 December 1 December 2 December 2 December 2 December 2 December 2 December 3 December 6 December 7

Lodge 1, Fayetteville /Lickskillet Kick-Off Dance (1) SPJST Float • Bay City Rice Festival Parade (6) District Two Trip • Six Flags, Arlington Lodge 48, Beyersville Progressive 42 Tournament (2) Lodge 88, Houston Halloween Party (5) SPJST Float • Lickskillet Parade, Fayetteville (1) Lodge 48, Beyersville hosts Taylor Czech Chorus (2) SPJST Supreme Lodge Meeting, Temple SPJST Float • Jim Wells County Fair Parade, Alice (7) Make a Difference Day District Fraternal Activities Coordinators Meeting SPJST Home Office, Temple District Three Fall Meeting • Lodge 154, Fort Worth Lodge 88, Houston Czech Day (5) SPJST Deer Antler Contest Begins Czech Feszt • Temple Lodge 80, Holland Bingo Training (2) District Youth Counselor Meeting • Seabrook SPJST Float • Brazoria County Veterans Day Parade Danbury (5) Veterans’ Day Observance SPJST Home Office, Temple Closed SPJST Float • Christmas in God’s Country, Hondo (7) District Seven Lock-In District Four Fall Meeting • Cobb Park, Abilene Lodge 133, San Antonio Thanksgiving Luncheon (7) Thanksgiving Day • SPJST Home Office Closed Thanksgiving Holiday • SPJST Home Office Closed SPJST Float • Fort Worth Christmas Parade (3) SPJST Float • Elgin Christmas Parade (2) SPJST Float • Georgetown Christmas Parade (2) Lodge 91, Crosby Christmas Party China Ko in Crosby (5) Lodge 183, Arlington Christmas Party (3) SPJST Float • Bryan Christmas Parade (1) Lodge 6, Cottonwood Christmas Party (3) Lodge 9, Snook Christmas Party (1) Lodge 47, Seaton Christmas Party (2) Lodge 66, Waco Christmas Party (3) SPJST Float • Temple Christmas Parade (2) SPJST Float • El Campo Christmas Parade (6) Lodge 48, Beyersville Christmas Party (2)

SPJST INTEREST RATES SPJST Mortgage Interest Rates Mortgage rates are subject to change without notice. Call the SPJST Home Office (800) 727-7578.

Commercial Property

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

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

Annuity III 5.00% for Annualized* Annuity IV 5.00% for Annualized* * Rates effective 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%

From the Supreme Lodge President

SPJST Encourages Students to Apply for Scholarships

Dear Members, One of the many benefits SPJST offers to its members is the Scholarship Program. In 2007, 43 General Scholarships (27 general freshman, 13 general undergraduate scholarships, and three technical scholarships) and 12 Leadership Grants were awarded. In addition, at the 2007 State Youth Achievement Day, six District Merit Grants, one State Merit Grant, and two SPJST Royalty Grants were awarded for a total of 64 scholarships and grants presented for the year. General Scholarships are funded through SPJST’s annual allocation, through voluntary contributions received from our 100 Pennies Drive, and memorial donations received throughout the year. The amount of scholarships given each year depends on how much we receive in donations. Donations are tax deductible. Applications for scholarships are sent out September through January The Fraternal upon request. Department must receive the completed application and all required information by February 1. Recipients are announced in April. Scholarships available are:

• Applicants must have an active SPJST life insurance certificate in force for at least one year. • Hold an active SPJST life insurance certificate for the duration of the scholarship. • Be a high school graduate or equivalent. Recipients may receive only one General Scholarship or one Leadership Grant. Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—

General Scholarship for all SPJST members. Leadership Grant for active youth club members. Applicants may only apply in their senior year of high school. Also, please note that District Six has established an endowed scholarship specifically aimed at the youth in that district. Lodge 189, BryanCollege Station has also established an endowed scholarship to perpetuate the memory of Ernest Wentrcek, Sr. and to provide scholarship assistance locally. Likewise, the SPJST continues to accept donations to the endowed scholarship in memory of past SPJST State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Gladys Yates. If you would like to specifically direct your gifts to any of these three funds, please indicate on your check or correspondence. Also, if you would like information on how to establish an endowed SPJST scholarship, please give me a call at (800) 727.7578 and I will be glad to visit with you. All interested members must meet the following criteria:

SPJST Scholarship Applications— Call Today!

Graduating high school seniors and college undergraduates who have been SPJST members for one or more years are encouraged to apply for an SPJST Scholarship. Established in 1982, the SPJST Scholarship Program is funded by an allocation of the SPJST Supreme Lodge and through community contributions by SPJST members. Accordingly, the more funds available, the more scholarships awarded. In 2007, the SPJST awarded a total of 64 scholarships for $64,500 through its scholarship program. For an SPJST General Scholarship Application and complete guidelines, call the SPJST Home Office at (800) 727-7578 or (254) 773-1575 or visit www.spjst.com.

Wednesday, October 17, 2007

October is Czech Heritage Month

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Czech Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the rich ethnic heritage of Czech Americans and the many contributions they have made to American culture. To celebrate the month, the Vestnik invites you to participate in the Czech Heritage Month Dot-to-Dot and Crossword Puzzle. Several Czech-themed prizes will be awarded in a drawing from entries received. Entries must be received by October 24, 2007. Winners will be announced in the October 31 Vestnik. Mail your entry to: SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 Name _____________________________________________ Address___________________________________________ City/State/Zip_______________________________________

Go dot-to-dot around the Czech Republic.

Czech Crossword - Clothes Across

1. hat 3. tie 6. ring 8. shirt 9. watch 10. necklace

Czech Words HODINKY KALHOTY KLOBOUK KOSILE KRATASY KRAVATA

Down 1. trousers 2. shorts 4. bracelet 5. bowtie 7. earring

to use in puzzle MOTYL NAHRDELNIK NARAMEK NAUSNICE PRSTEN

Phone No. (______) _________________________________ Email _____________________________________________ Lodge Name/No.____________________________________

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District News

District Three Fall Fun Day/Meeting Agenda October 28, 2007 • Lodge 154, Fort Worth 10:30 to 11 a.m. — Registration for: Meeting Door Prizes Youth Christmas Ornament Contest Youth Halloween Costume Contest Adult Halloween Costume Contest Adult Christmas Ornament Contest (follow guidelines in Youth Club Handbook, page 38) • Lunch — Donation of five canned goods per person entitles member to a free meal, otherwise $6 per plate. No expired canned goods, please! • • • • • •

Complimentary Pastry, Juice and Coffee provided by Lodge 154, Fort Worth 11:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order.......................................................Kay Gerlich Weeks Posting of Colors..........................................Shelby Boxburger and Talia Milan Pledge of Allegiance........................................................................Flag Bearers Youth Motto .....................................................................................Flag Bearers Welcome.........................................................Jerry Milan, Lodge 154 President Response and Recognition of Visitors .....................................Kay Lynn Kovar First Vice President Youth Program Adult and Youth Halloween Costume Parade/Contests Dismissal of Youth Introduction of Contest Judges.............................................Kay Gerlich Weeks Supreme Lodge Report..................................................................Lanita Anglin District Director Report...............................................................Johnnie Krizan Presentation to CHM ...................................................................Johnnie Krizan

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District Youth Report .........................................................................Bessie Petr Upcoming Events..................................................................Kay Gerlich Weeks District Three Spring Meeting—Sunday, April 27, 2008 hosted by Lodge 183 Arlington District Three Youth Achievement Day—Sunday, June 22, 2008 Any lodge interested in hosting this event should contact District Three President Kay Weeks. District Three Fall Meeting/Fun Day—Sunday, October 26, 2008 Any lodge interested in hosting this event should contact District Three President Kay Weeks. 12:30 p.m. Introduction of 2006-07 District Royalty ............................Kay Gerlich Weeks Prayer....................................................................Julia Tucker and Blake Ryan, District Three Royalty Lunch Break Menu consists of Baked Chicken, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Salad, Bread/Rolls, Coffee, Tea, and Dessert 1:30 p.m. Door Prizes............................................................................Kay Gerlich Weeks Contest Winners Announced ...................................................Bessie Petr, DYC George Pauling, District Three FAC 2 p.m. Adjournment and Fun Begins Core Challenge, Dominoes, Bingo, Etc. Directions to Lodge 154, Fort Worth: From Temple, head north on I-35. At the “Y” just past Hillsboro, veer to the left onto I-35W toward Fort Worth. Stay on I-35 into Downtown Fort Worth. Take Exit 51 for US-377 S/I-30 West toward Abilene. Merge onto I-30 West. Follow I-30 through and out of Downtown Fort Worth. Take Exit 5B to merge onto I-820N. Head north on I-820 for about 5 miles. Take Exit 10A toward FM-1220/Azle Avenue. Turn left at Azle Avenue/FM-1220 W. Turn right onto Boat Club Road/FM 1220. End at 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76179. —SPJST—

Congratulations, District Seven Fall Fun Day Contest Winners

District Seven Director Bob Bayer, pictured right in all photos, presents awards to winners of the contests held at the District Seven Fall Fun Day on September 23, 2007, in Seguin. LEFT TO RIGHT PHOTOS: First place dominoes - Monta Foster of Lodge 185, New Braunfels; second

place dominoes - Sandra Hoggard of Lodge 202, Jourdanton; third place dominoes - Ernest Jasek of Lodge 185, New Braunfels; first place Christmas ornament - Wendy Pruski of Lodge 107, Floresville; and second place Christmas ornament - Colleen Jenke of Lodge 258, Seguin.

LEFT TO RIGHT PHOTOS: Third place Christmas ornament - Valerie Barta of Lodge 202, Jourdanton; first place kolaches - Natalie Henke of Lodge 107, Floresville; second place kolaches - Doug Henke of

Lodge 107, Floresville; third place kolaches - Bettie House of Lodge 202, Jourdanton; first place needlework - Connie Jo Purchis of Lodge 107, Floresville.

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Scenes from District Seven Fall Fun Day Sunday, September 23, 2007 • Texas Lutheran University in Seguin, Texas • Hosted by Lodge 258, Seguin

LEFT PHOTO: Members enjoy pitching horseshoes. PHOTO 2: Youth play a game of soccer. PHOTO 3: Vernon Schultz, left, and James

Lowak sell meal tickets. RIGHT PHOTO: Youth play Bunco at the fall fun day in Seguin.

LEFT PHOTO: Henrietta Lowak, left, and Vernell Schultz sell splitthe-pot tickets to benefit the SPJST Education and Nature Center and the Czech Heritage Museum. PHOTO 2: Drink tabs and books col-

lected for the Ronald McDonald House. PHOTO 3: Lodge 258, Seguin members donate Little Golden books for the Ronald McDonald House. RIGHT PHOTO: Horseshoes!

LEFT PHOTO: Vernon Schultz enjoys the meeting. PHOTO 2: The anniversary cake. PHOTO 3: Domino time! RIGHT PHOTO: Youth

Christmas ornament contest judges go to work. They are, left to right, Carrie Origas, Colleen Jenke, and Frances McBride.

LEFT PHOTO: Bunco! PHOTO 2: At the registration table are Vernell Schultz, left, and Valerie Barta. PHOTO 3: Domino players. RIGHT

PHOTO: District Seven youth club members gather under the beautiful shade trees for their meeting.

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SPJST Lo dge Se c t ion Lodge 1 Fayetteville dance this Friday Step back in time in a 100-year-old dance hall—SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville, located at 507 East Main. Lodge 1, Fayetteville will host a Lickskillet Kick-Off on Friday, October 19 with Third Time Habit. Doors open at 8 p.m., and admission is $5. For more information on the band, visit www.myspace.com/thirdtimehabit. —SPJST—

The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to:

SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: (254) 774-7447

Email: melaniez@vvm.com Questions? Call (800) 727-7578

Members were reminded of the District Six Fall Meeting and social on Sunday, October 14. It was voted to change our next meeting to October 28 at the Legion Tap Room at 2 p.m. with lunch and door prizes. The meeting adjourned followed by lunch. Door prize winners were Viola Holly, Joe Siptak, and Margaret Smotek. Next Meeting—October 28 We hope to see you Sunday,

October 28 at 2 p.m. at the Legion Tap Room. Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 24, Cyclone plans tailgate fund-raiser Our monthly meeting was called to order on Monday, October 8, 2007, at 7:15 p.m. by President Daniel Wilde. The minutes were approved as read by Margaret Mikeska. The treasurer’s report was read and approved by Barbara Macek. The bar report was read by Wilbert Mikeska, and the upcoming events were announced by Johnny Klecka. We thanked Daniel and Linda Wilde for providing a delicious supper. The next meeting for the youth will be on October 14, Youth Leader Joan Vanicek reported. The beseda dancers will perform at the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home and Assisted Living Center in

Taylor, Texas, on October 13. They will also perform during Czech Fezst to be held on November 3. The Bell County Youth Boosters will have its annual fund-raiser at Flag Hall on October 13. Our thoughts and prayers are with the friends and family of Father Schmidt, Priest of Westphalia, who passed away on Sunday, October 7. Our prayers of healing are with Gilbert Wilde and Nancy Posvar as they are not feeling well. Our annual New Year’s Eve dance is scheduled for December 31 from 5:30 p.m. to 12 midnight. Shiloh will be performing. It will be a night of fun, music, dancing, and food! We also have our annual fund-raiser planned for February 2—The Tailgate. More information will be coming, and tickets will soon go on sale. It will be a night of fun, food, prizes, and more. A correction from last month’s Vestnik article: The birthdays for September should have included Cortni Ashcraft. Happy birthday! October birthdays are Jeffery Mikeska (October 1), Carl Macek

District Four Fall Sales Seminars Submitted by Field Operations Manager Phil McBee

Lodge 4 Hallettsville meets October 28 Dear Members, Our lodge met Sunday, September 23, 2007, at the Legion Tap Room at 2 p.m. President Joe Siptak opened the meeting followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Resolution Committee Chairman Gaynell Chudej read resolutions of sympathy for our departed members Katherine Woytek and Alton J. Fojt. A moment of silence followed. Secretary-Treasurer Helen Zabransky read the minutes to the July and August meetings and gave the financial report. Correspondence was read. New members are Cullen Thomas Scott and Brenna Claire Scott. President Siptak reported youth club member Sarah Siptak will perform her first place State YAD tap dance at the Texas Fraternal Congress on Saturday, October 6. Under new business, it was voted to contribute $25 to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive.

LEFT PHOTO: Abilene Class. Pictured left to right are District Four Director Billy Rollwitz, Janice Stevens, Kirk Stubblefield, Sharon Braswell, and

Jesusita Hudson. RIGHT PHOTO: Odessa Class. Left to right are Loretta Schaefer, Vernon Seals, and Jimmy Slatton.

LEFT PHOTO: Lubbock Class. Left to right are Larry Capps, Lee Meurer, Judith Meurer, Melissa Garcia, Johnnie Turpen, II, and District Four Director Billy Rollwitz. RIGHT PHOTO: Rowena

Class. Front, left to right, are Martha Broz, Janelle Shockley, Sylvia Rollwitz, Joan Halfmann, and Ricky Rogers. Back: Bobby Davis, Beverly Teplicek, District Four Director Billy Rollwitz, and Jerry Ware.

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(October 9), Robert Hoelscher (October 22), and a special happy birthday to Anton Vrazel of Lodge 15, Buckholts. Happy anniversary to Robert and Barbara Macek on October 3.

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City of Temple Proclaims Czech Heritage Month 2007

Next Meeting—November 12 Our next meeting will be on Monday, November 12 at 6:30 p.m. We will elect officers and delegates during this monthly meeting. Come enjoy a great evening! Fraternally yours, Shirley Hoelscher, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje welcomes new members President Sheldon Holub called the meeting of Lodge 40, El CampoHillje to order at 2 p.m. with 29 members and one guest present. Colby Cerny then led the group in the Texas pledge. The Pledge of Allegiance was also led by Colby Cerny. A moment of silence was observed for the deceased members and ill in the community. Roll call of officers and trustees found all were present. The minutes of the September meeting were dispensed as they were printed in the Vestnik. A motion was made from the floor by J.C. Kocurek and seconded by Edmund Kana to accept the minutes as printed in the Vestnik. Motion passed. The treasurer’s report was given by FAC Lorraine Kana. Betty Sanders thanked everyone for bringing desserts and announced next month in November, the meal will be potluck. Youth Leader Debbie Sczech gave her report and announced there will be a prize drawing at the District Six Fall Meeting in Bay City. The Resolution Committee sent an obituary to the Vestnik for Robert Slezinsky as reported by Charlene Smith. Josephine Bacak gave the snack bar report. Hall Rentals—Tria Svatek noted there are no rentals for November and December. Election dates for 2008 were discussed. The hall will be used for the primary election on March 14, 2008; run-off election on April 8, 2008; and the general election on November 4, 2008. Reporting on bingo, Sheldon

The proceeds from the fund-raiser benefit the many projects the Sisters’ support. The sale is open to the public with free admission. Submitted by, Helen Haisler —SPJST—

Lodge 48 Beyersville: domino tourney this Saturday

At its October 4 meeting, the City of Temple recognized October as Czech Heritage Month. The City also acknowledged SPJST for its sponsorship of Czech Feszt on Saturday, November 3. Czech Feszt is a project of the City of Temple and the Czech Heritage Museum. Pictured are, left to right, SPJST State Youth Director John Hoelscher, Czech Heritage Museum Executive Director Sandi Wicker, “Polka John” Galure, City of Temple Parks and Leisure Services Events Director Anna Foster, SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, and Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez. In back are Mayor Bill Jones, III, Mayor Pro Tem Martha Tyroch, and Council Member Tony Jeter.

Holub said everything is doing good. Nominating Committee— Josephine Bacak announced the following people who are running for office as of Sunday, the 7th: President - Sheldon Holub; Vice President - Dee Floyd; FAC - Betty Sanders; Secretary - Ardis Bacak; Treasurer - Lorraine Kana; Youth Leader - Norma O’Canas; and Trustees - J.C. Kocurek, Carmen Kocurek, Ben Svoboda, and Edith Molberg. Under old business, one unpaid bill was discussed. Motion was made by Edmund Kana and seconded by Ben Svoboda to pay it. Motion passed. New business included we should inquire about getting the chairs painted. Birthday celebrants were Josephine Brandt, Ed Dressler, Edith Molberg, and Willie Gensler. There were no anniversaries. Door prizes were won by Karen Holub and Sheldon Holub. The member incentive prize went to Willie Gensler. A motion was made by Tria Svatek and seconded by Ben Svoboda to accept the following new members and/or additional insurance/annuities: Maycee Ann Goerig, Marvin E. Trochta, Martha A. Ozuna, Annette Elizondo, Abraham James Elizondo, Eliazar Joseph Elizondo, Memory Janette Elizondo, Norberto Elizondo,

Sr., Theresa A. Nostoupil, Melinda Gutierrez, Robert Kenneth Gardner, Monico Cano, Jr., and Jerry Lynn Gensler. Welcome to Lodge 40! Motion to adjourn at 2:52 p.m. was made by Betty Sanders. Fraternally, Dee Floyd, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton member invites all to bake sale The Christian Sisters of Seaton Brethren Church are hosting a bake sale and quilt show on Saturday, November 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church, located at 12561 State Highway 53, Temple (in the Seaton community). Some of the items featured in the sale will be baked goods including kolaches, cakes, pies, cookies, and bread, as well as craft items and canned goods. Sandwiches and homemade soup will be available to purchase for lunch. There will be a special showing of Czech items including glass, pottery, and other items along with the display of quilts. A handmade quilt, a piece of Sklarny Bohemia crystal, and a Thomas Kinkade picture will be given away.

Dear Members, This Saturday, October 20, the annual Progressive 42 Tournament will be held at Lodge 48, Beyersville. Registration can be mailed or called into Bobby Wuensche. His address is 2455 CR 405, Taylor, Texas 76574 and phone number is (512) 365-3013. The registration fee is $10 which covers snacks and a noon meal of turkey, dressing, and lots of good veggies. You do not need a partner to enter. Since this is a progressive tournament, you change partners at every round. This allows you to meet new people, make new friends, and learn new ways of playing dominoes. We play 15 timed rounds and at the end of the tournament, whoever has won the most games, takes home the coveted trophy and prizes. Contrary to the rumors, it will not be a Mustang convertible! Ties are broken by points during the games. Taylor Czech Chorus Performs— October 21 On Sunday, October 21, we are hosting a concert by the wonderful Taylor Czech Chorus. The group has been in existence since I was a wee child. They are even better than a great wine. They do get better with time. The Chorus will sing both in English and in Czech and have both religious and secular tunes. If you have a little space on your iPod, then you should buy one of their new, hotoff-the-press CDs and add it to your collection. The community is invited to attend. For more information, call a lodge officer or watch the Taylor Daily Press. Denisse L. Wuensche Reporter —SPJST—

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Lodge 66, Waco: welcome, new members! The meeting was called to order by President John Engelke on September 16, 2007, at Linden Hall in Elm Mott at 2:30 p.m. with all offi-

cers present. There were 28 members present and eight guests— Michele Barak, Gary Hurd, Ben Calderson, Edward Vorderkunz, Nora Lee Zavodny, Jerry Schmidt, District Three State Field Representative Johnny Wiseman, and Diane Wiseman, at today’s meeting.

Members stood for a moment of silent prayer for our deceased member, Terry Green. The flag was presented and motto and the Pledge of Allegiance were recited. A memorial was presented by Sister Debbie Galler. Those honored were Nelda Patterson, Eloise Cooper,

Jerry Anderson, III, Irene Havlik, Valerian Pat Pinter, Dorothy Wedeking, Ada K. Grimmett, John Wittu, Ben Cunningham, William Busch, Walter Miller, Jr., Robert L. Kreder, Ray Orsag, Janet Kroll, and Agnes Veselka. Secretary Sister Dana McAdams read the minutes of the August 19

Lodge 1, Fayetteville Celebrates Czech Heritage Month and Octoberfest Saturday, October 6, 2007 • Lodge 1, Fayetteville

A good time was had by all at the Octoberfest and Czech Heritage Month Day held at Lodge 1, Fayetteville. All the proceeds that were raised will be used for the SPJST baseball park renovation. The dance included good music by Central Texas Sounds and Feed Back and good

food and refreshments by Lodge 1 Youth Club. New signs at Lodge 1 greeted the attendees. One is located in the front of the inside of the hall, and one is located on the top of the transom of the front door as you leave.

Our Brothers and Sisters from Lodge 88, Houston joined in with Lodge 1 on Saturday, Oct 6 to share fellowship and celebrate Octoberfest and Czech Heritage Month. Pictured are, left to right, Carol Stayton, Celestine Darilek, Rudy Darilek, Ruth Martinak, and Bob Martinak. Lodge 1 says a big thank you to these Lodge 88 members. “We hope to see you back again soon!”

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meeting, and they were approved as read. President Engelke read correspondence from the SPJST Home Office listing dates of tournaments for 2008. The State Tarok Tournament is February 12; State Domino Tournament is March 1; State 42 Tournament is April 5; and State Horseshoe Tournament is May 17 at Lions Park in Temple. Those lodges that are interested in hosting any of these tournaments, please contact Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez at the Home Office. Chairman of the Board Brother George Pauling had Lodge Secretary Sister Darlene Engelke read the minutes of that meeting. She thanked all the members who participated in installing the new ceiling tiles and thanked Butch Dujka for installing new light fixtures in the youth club room. Sister Janie Dujka of the Entertainment Committee reported that today a chicken tender dinner is being served along with cheesecake for dessert. For the October 21 meeting, barbecue will be served. Sister Mary Alice Langlotz, Fraternal Activities Coordinator, read her monthly letter from State FAC Chester Jenke. She reminded members that the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive will be from October 1 through March 31, 2008. Sister Dorothy Veselka gave the Cheer and Condolence Committee report. She sent a sympathy card to the family of Terry Green. She also congratulated Michael and Debbie Galler on their 31st wedding anniversary on September 25. Youth Leader Sister Debbie Galler gave the youth club report. The youth participated in the Westfest parade. Today, Sister Debbie will present grandparents with candy bars for Grandparents Day. Thank you, youth, for your thoughtfulness.

VĚSTNÍK Sister Darlene Engelke congratulated John and Diana Engelke on becoming grandparents on August 21. Great-grandparents are Darlene Engelke and Louie and Dorothy Veselka. Sister Mary Alice Langlotz gave the Libbie Parma Trust Fund report. Sister Darlene Engelke read the names of candidates for membership, and they were all accepted into Lodge 66. Julia Ann Schmidt wrote up Rainey D. Samuels and Hunder A. Vincent. Via J. Randolph wrote up Tonja J. Bibb, Terrionte A. Jones, Terriene E. Sypho-Grea, Lashica M. Sypho, Albert Love, Jr., Devon J. Williams, Yaphette K. Forward, Jamaya N. Prince, and Rayshon D. Williams. Denise L. Patterson wrote up Amyiah T. Lewis, Kimeca R. Washington, Glenda McDonald, Lawarn R. Robinson, Michael A. Leonard, Cicely T. Gaines, and Tysha L. Robinson. Estella Jackson wrote up Daisy R. Hall. Yolanda Rios wrote up Choloe A. Medina. Kelvin L. Williams wrote up Nannette L. White and Amanda A. McLemore. Brenda Busby wrote up Katherine West and Joel W. Scott. Vanessa Johnson wrote up James E. Smith. Curtis Collins wrote up Richard Walker, Dominique J. Bass-Park, Charles D. Bass-Park, and Alicia D. Bass. Sister Darlene read a resolution of sympathy on Terry Green. May he rest in peace. Lodge 66 agreed to submit a bid for the State Straight Domino Tournament which is to be held on March 1, 2008. Bookkeeper Sister Diana Engelke gave the bookkeeping report. Sister Diana Engelke made a motion for Lodge 66 to make a sizeable donation to the Ronald McDonald House to use at its discretion. Lodge 66 also elected to make a

Former State Queen, King Enjoy TTU Homecoming Festivities

2003 SPJST State King Jake Holland and 2005 SPJST State Queen Rachel Hunter, both of Lodge 25, Ennis, are pictured with the Texas Tech University masked rider. The photo was taken during Texas Tech Homecoming during the October 5 and 6, 2007, weekend. Jake and Rachel attended the homecoming bonfire. Jake was a homecoming nominee representing his fraternity Kappa Sig. He endured a weeklong elimination process that started out with 14 king nominees which consisted of dance competition, fashion show, and an interview. Jake made the final five and was honored to be selected for the TTU 07 Homecoming Court. Although Jake didn’t make TTU Homecoming King, he was proud to have been selected and had a great experience.

charitable donation to the Therrell family on the death of their nineyear-old son. The adult door prize winner was Shaun Dunn. The 50-50 winner was

Weldon Galler. September birthday celebrants present were Diana Engelke, Gracie Soukup, Brenda Busby, and Dorothy Gerlich.

Lodge 66, Waco: Birthday Celebrants and Grandparents Day Lodge 66, Waco’s August birthday celebrant was Dorothy Veselka.

CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 66, Waco’s September birthday celebrants are, left to right, Dorothy Gerlich, Brenda Busby, Diana Engelke, and

Gracie Soukup. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 66 Youth Leader Debbie Galler hands out candy for Grandparents Day.

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VĚSTNÍK Next Meeting—October 21 The next Board of Directors and Entertainment Committee meetings will be on October 21 at 2 p.m. with the regular lodge meeting beginning at 2:30 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 80, Holland: October, November fall functions The meeting of Lodge 80, Holland was called to order by President Doni Powell on October 6, 2007, at 4 p.m. The membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members. Vice President Rita Spinn and Secretary Linda Hill were absent. Frank Pajestka, Jr. read the minutes of the September meeting. They were approved as read. Treasurer Jewel Wolf gave the financial report. It was approved as presented. FAC Paula Weir reported the Czech Feszt on November 3, cosponsored by SPJST, will be held in downtown Temple. Also, October is Czech Heritage Month. There will be a kolache baking contest and a progressive 42 tournament. SPJST is also sponsoring the Deer Antler Contest that begins November 1. Frank Pajestka, Jr. read thank you notes from the Holland Pee Wee Cheerleaders; the Holland Pee Wee Football team; Vicki Slye with Academy Elementary; and Shane

Downing, Holland Elementary Principle, for Lodge 80’s donations to these organizations. Five new members were voted in by the membership. Upcoming Activities November 3 will be a busy day for Lodge 80: Directors will meet at 9 a.m. prior to bingo training which begins at 11 a.m. In the afternoon, the membership will meet on at 3:30 p.m. for election of officers and the election of delegates to the convention. October 11 will be Czech bingo night at Lodge 80. Volunteers are needed to help paint the half-wall out front of the lodge hall. This will be after 5 p.m. on October 12. The Bartlett Boosters will have its fund-raiser on October 20. The Holland Area Chamber of Commerce has asked for use of the hall for its annual banquet in 2008. Don Grossman is on the sick list. Door prizes were won by Calvin Eckermann, Doni Powell, Cyril Pajestka, Paula Weir, and Rick Benner. Frankie had correspondence from Holland Superintendent Cindy Gunn asking citizens to vote on November 6 for the school bond election needed to build new buildings in order to accommodate the increase in school attendance. The meeting adjourned at 4:20 p.m. Next Meeting—November 3 See you November 3 at 3:30 p.m. Fraternally, Estelle Coker, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 88, Houston Members Celebrate Czech Heritage Month

Lodge 88, Houston had a covered dish dinner prior to its monthly meeting in celebration of Czech Heritage Month. Pictured are President Patricia Bruce, left, Chaplain Sidney Jurchak, and FAC Esther Heinsohn. Everyone enjoyed the fellowship and the delicious food. The lodge is now looking forward to its Czech Day celebration on October 28 and invites everyone for a fun day.

SPJST Expresses Thanks to Lodge 79, Corpus Christi

District Seven Director Bob Bayer, far left, and Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, far right, present a framed token of appreciation to Lodge 79, Corpus Christi member Jerry Elzner, second from left, and Lodge 79 President Mark Rebecek for the lodge’s efforts in hosting the first-ever SPJST End-of-Summer Getaway held August 10 to 12 in Corpus Christi. Tentative dates for the second annual getaway are August 8 to 10, 2008 in Corpus Christi.

Lodge 88, Houston Scholarship Committee posts donations The following donations have been made to the SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Scholarship Fund: In memory of Agnes Gerlich from Gladys Havemann In memory of Bennie Kocich from Celestine and Rudy Darilek In memory of Bennie Kocich from Ruth and Robert Martinak In memory of Bennie Kocich from Josephine and Leander Pflughaupt In memory of Bennie Kocich from Karen and Gary Tullis In memory of Bennie Kocich from Nicole and Chris Zatopek In memory of Charles Chemnitz from Georgia and Eugene Barcak In memory of Charles Chemnitz from Gladys Havemann In memory of Charles Chemnitz from Josephine and Leander Pflughaupt In memory of Charles Chemnitz from Carol Stayton

In honor of Josephine and Leander Pflughaupt’s 60th Anniversary from Charles Pustejovsky Fraternally, Carol Havemann, Chairman Scholarship Committee —SPJST—

Lodge 88, Houston hosts October 20 Halloween party Dear Members, The annual Lodge 88, Houston Halloween party is this Saturday, October 20, 2007, at 6:30 p.m. in the Annex Building. Wear your costume, if you would like, and bring your smiling faces for an evening of fun! We will have games, snacks, prizes, and lots of fun. Bring your friends and come join us. All ages are invited . . . there will be something for everyone. Fraternally, Barbara Linney-Gonzales Youth Leader —SPJST—

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Lodge 88, Houston plans October 28 Czech Day Czech Day at Lodge 88, Houston is set for Sunday, October 28. As usual, we are planning a day filled with activities. We do have booth space available for $25 and $50. If you are interested in a booth, please contact the Lodge 88 office (713) 869-5767

VĚSTNÍK for reservation information. Let’s make October a real celebration of Czech heritage! I look forward to seeing you on Czech Day. Patricia Bruce, President —SPJST—

Lodge 133 San Antonio: no October meeting Lodge 133, San Antonio will not meet on Sunday, October 21. The meeting hall at Good Shepherd Lutheran will be unavailable because the church is hosting its festival. Our next meeting will be on Sunday, November 18. This will be

our Thanksgiving luncheon. The lodge will cater a complete turkey dinner. Members are asked to bring a dessert. Lunch will be served promptly at 12:30 p.m. See you there. Respectfully submitted, Jarolyn Popp, President —SPJST—

Lodge 92, Fort Worth Tarok Tournament Saturday, August 18, 2007 • Lodge 92, Fort Worth’s National Hall

LEFT PHOTO: Thanks to the tournament cooks, left to right, Mary Ann Krivanek, Joyce Tesar, and Corina Cranfill. PHOTO 2: Hats off to tournament organizers Albert and Helen Kubala. PHOTO 3: Special thanks

to Agnes Reznicek who donated the door prizes. RIGHT PHOTO: Thanks to tournament helps, Evelyn Scaff, left, and Sherrie Kubala Watkins.

LEFT PHOTO: Jerry David, left, and Frank Schlesinger assist at the tournament. CENTER PHOTO: Tournament participants are, left to right, Evelyn Scaff, Amy Kubes, Ed Scaff, Peggy Dresbach, John Dresbach,

Gayle Krengel, and Liz Kidwell. RIGHT PHOTO: Tournament participants pictured are, left to right, Jan Taborsky, John Paprskar, Pam Franks, Jerry Brezina, Frank Schlesinger, Kenneth Reed, and Jerry David.

LEFT PHOTO: Tourney participants are, left to right, Ernest Bezdek, Margaret Laymance, Jeff Kubes, Angie Stiborek, John Tesar, Agnes Reznicek, Carolyn Coufal, Patrick Mach, Jimmy Coufal, Joella Kubala, Martha Janca, and Chris Krengel. CENTER PHOTO: High round scorers are, left to right, Jeff Kubes, Martha Janca, Chris Krengel, Pam

RIGHT PHOTO: Franks, Jimmy Coufal, and Liz Kidwell. Congratulations to tournament winners. Pictured left to right, first place - Jeff Kubes, second place - Jimmy Coufal, third place - Liz Kidwell; and fourth place - Jerry David. Thanks to all of the participants!

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Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy seeks scholarship applications

Annual Meeting—December 5 It was agreed that the regular annual meeting of Lodge 200 would be held on December 5 at 6:30 p.m. at Taylor Hall in Eddy. Officers elections will also be held on that date.

Lodge 202 Jourdanton members enjoy cultural meal

Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy met on October 2, 2007. Allen Trigg presided over the meeting. Nancy Deviney presented the minutes for action, and the treasurer's report and both were approved. Routine business matters were handled. Qualified members of Lodge 200 are reminded that applications for the $500 spring semester scholarship must be postmarked by December 1. The application form and a copy of the qualifying rules can be obtained from Secretary-Treasurer Nancy Deviney. Her phone number is (254) 859-5208.

Next Meeting—November 7 The next meeting of Lodge 200 will be on November 7. Fraternally, Leonard Mikeska, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 202, Jourdanton met Sunday, October 7, 2007, for its Czech/Hispanic meal and meeting at the Jourdanton Community Center with 39 present. Special guest was Landa Diaz Ramos, president of the Greater Pleasanton-Atascosa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Inc. President Jeff Barta presided. Flag Bearer Lane Hoggard posted the colors. The youth club led the Pledge of Allegiance. Silence was observed for deceased member Henry Mann. Youth Leader Regina House reported winners in the Christmas Ornament Contest at the District

Seven Family Fun Day. Winners were first place—Stephen Mazur and Isabella Wiederhold; second place— Lane Hoggard, Michelle House, and Kelly House; and third place— Miranda Wiederhold. Youth will be involved in the Shoe Box Project, Core Challenge/lock-in, and Make A Difference Day. District Seven Royalty will ride in the Peanut Festival parade. FAC Mary Ann Barta noted October is Czech Heritage Month, and September 15 to October 15 is observed as Hispanic Heritage Month. Adult winners at the District Seven Family Fun Day were Sandra Hoggard and Lloyd House (horseshoes - second place); Valerie Barta (Christmas ornament - third place), and Bettie House (kolaches - third place). Atascosa County Fair winners were Stephen Mazur - first place pho-

Scenes from Lodge 160, San Angelo Youth Fun Day Saturday, September 22, 2007 • Unidad Park in San Angelo, Texas

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NFCA announces Lodge 191, Lufkin’s East Texas Cloggers Collect Books JHD Excellence award winners

tography; Sammy Hoggard - first place photography and Reserve Grand Champion; Amanda Hoggard - first place art; Sammy Hoggard - first place art; Crafts-Lane Hoggard - first place crafts, second place crafts (two awards); third place crafts (two awards); Sammy Hoggard - first place crafts (two awards), second place crafts; third place crafts; and Amanda Hoggard - first place crafts, second place crafts, and third place crafts (two awards). Atascosa County Fair Food Show winners were Mary Ann Barta - cake (Gussie Spacek’s oatmeal cake)/first place, Best of Class, and Grand Champion; Bettie House - pie (cherry lattice)/first place, Best of Class, bar cookies/second place, and peanut brittle/third place; and Georgia Marek corn bread/first place and four second places on other foods. A get well card was signed for Milton Koch. Happy birthday to Belenda Barta.

The East Texas Cloggers of Lodge 191, Lufkin sponsored a Little Golden Book collection drive at the May lodge dance. Thanks to everyone who donated books. Pictured are, left to right, Instructor Rose Moore, Donna Oliver, Carolyn Hughes, Wanda Briley, Sammie Holmes, and Rita Muckelroy.

Next Meeting—November 4 The next meeting is Sunday, November 4 at 1:30 p.m. at the Jourdanton Community Center. The meeting will include electing officers and 2008 convention delegates,

selecting the lodge fraternalist of the year, and planning the Christmas party. Mark your calendar, plan to attend, and bring a friend. Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST—

The National Fraternal Congress of America (NFCA) recognized this year’s 10 JOIN HANDS DAY Excellence Award winners. The 2007 JOIN HANDS DAY Excellence Awards were presented at the Celebration of Fraternalism Luncheon held during the 121st NFCA Annual Meeting, September 6 to 8, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The 10 awardees were selected from hundreds of volunteer projects that emphasized youth and adult partnerships on May 5, 2007. Each award-winning project received $1,000 and a distinctive glass trophy. The coordinating groups will choose how the funds are used. Some organizations donate the money to the beneficiary of the project or another benevolent cause. Others save the funds to use as seed money for the following year’s JOIN HANDS DAY event. JOIN HANDS DAY, which promotes fraternalism and fraternal benefit societies, is the only day of service on America’s Season of Service

Lodge 184, Moulton Summer Social Scenes

LEFT PHOTO: The cookers for our social were, left to right, Terry Stevenson, Thomas Darilek, Elmer Michna, and District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 184’s newest member, Jaxon

Bartos, is pictured with his parents, Anna and Kevin Bartos. RIGHT PHOTO: Dorothy and Lottie Maresh are pictured. —Photos submitted by Duckie Baetz

LEFT PHOTO: Debbie and Thomas Darilek have a great time. CENTER PHOTO: Mark Pilat enjoys his hamburger. RIGHT PHOTO: Rosie and Louis Drexler await the meal. A good time was had by all at Lodge 184,

Moulton. The summer social was good food, good fellowship, and good friends. How can you top that! The social also included a silent auction.

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VĚSTNÍK national calendar that seeks to build youth and adult relationships through planning and participating in a day of volunteering. This signature event provides fraternal benefit societies with an opportunity to connect with other volunteer organizations to make an important impact on their communities. In selecting Excellence Award recipients, the most important consideration is the quality of the youth and adult partnership in planning and conducting the event. Other criteria include the quality of the project to the community or persons in need, effectiveness of the mobilization group, and the potential for relationships to continue after JOIN HANDS DAY. “This is fraternalism’s day, a day when fraternal benefit societies and volunteer organizations reach out to people or communities in need, connect generations and develop relationships that would never happen otherwise,” said Michael Stivoric, Chair of the Join Hands Corporation Board of Directors. “Fraternalists ‘JOIN HANDS’ year-round, because fraternalism is not a one-day-a-year event. However, JOIN HANDS DAY provides all fraternalists and nonfraternalists alike with the opportunity to make a difference in their communities through helpful projects that connect youths and adults.” Eight of the 10 winning projects were coordinated by fraternal benefit societies. The other two projects were conducted by local community groups and volunteer organizations.

Modern Woodmen of America – Modern Woodmen of America, along with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, joined forces to clean up trash and debris at the Darwin Aman farm in Eureka, South Dakota, which had been struck by a tornado.

2007 Excellence Awards Fraternal Winners

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans – Thrivent Financial Chapter No. 30323

Greater Beneficial Union of Pittsburgh – Operation Reach Out … “delivering a little piece of home to our troops” was held at the Greater Beneficial Union home office in Pittsburgh. Participating volunteers organized, packed, and prepared collected items for overseas delivery. Modern Woodmen of America – In Twin Falls, Idaho, a diverse gathering of four Modern Woodmen Camps, Boy Scouts, OWLS, the Latter-Day Saints (LDS) Relief Society, two motorcycle groups, home schoolers and the Red Hat Ladies learned about the difficulties facing the homeless, then packed four kinds of kits for them: comfort kits, hygiene kits, activity kits, and baby kits. They also packed personal care kits for United States military personnel stationed in Iraq.

National Slovak Society of the USA – The National Slovak Society (NSS) sought out people in need throughout the city of Struthers, Ohio, to compile a list of multiple projects. On JOIN HANDS DAY, participating groups joining NSS included Knights of Columbus, the Boy Scouts, St. John’s AME Church, the National Honor Society, the VFW, Rotary, St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church, Struthers Business Association, the police department and the historical society. SPJST – SPJST, along with Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas, KJZT, and Catholic Union of Texas (The KJT), combined forces to update the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange. They resealed decks, handicap ramps, a bridge and stairs; cleaned the storage room, and landscaped. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans – In Cape Coral, Florida, 350 volunteers bagged up more than 2,500 bags of donated sweet potatoes destined for more than 40 relief agencies in a project organized by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Also participating were Boy and Girl Scouts, the Salvation Army and the Society of St. Andrew.

of Alma, Missouri, working with baseball enthusiasts made structural and maintenance repairs to the local ballpark. Woodmen of the World/Omaha Woodmen Life Insurance Society – Woodmen of the World/Omaha, Lodge 5, worked with the Chamber of Commerce and the Boy Scouts to plant 30 trees in Carlsbad, New Mexico. 2007 Excellence Awards Non-Fraternal Winners Boy Scouts of America – Charles Park in Middleburg, Pennsylvania, was the site of a JOIN HANDS/Community Day in which nine groups came together to refurbish the park. The adults fixed the current equipment and erected a new climbing wall, while the youths scattered mulch and planted flowers. The park has been used heavily since the JOIN HANDS DAY. Pleasant Valley High School – In LeClaire, Iowa, children from Cody Elementary School, youth from Pleasant Valley High School and adults from the PTA, working with all sizes of shovels and rakes, completed a large landscaping project at the elementary school.

2007 Excellence Awards Honorable Mentions Catholic Knights – Built a stronger sense of community between African refugee and immigrant families in

After 60 Years, Henry Cechan Receives World War II Medals

At the August 2, 2007, Dallas Krouzek Meeting, Henry Cechan displays the World War II Medals he received July 3 at VFW Post 6797. Henry waited more than 60 years to receive these medals. Dallas Krouzek Members were thrilled to be able to see Henry’s medal up close.

Milwaukee and created a cultural exchange. They helped a newly formed nonprofit group (Pan African Community Association - PACA) to build relationships in the community so it can more effectively achieve its mission. Davenport West High School Business Academy – The students and teachers cleaned, picked, and trimmed the school grounds. Flowerbeds were weeded, raked, and cleaned, and 200 bags of mulch were spread around the school’s trees and shrubs. S.K.I.P. [Special Kids in Preschool] – Students joined the residents at Amber Ridge Assisted Living where the old worked with the young, planting 37 flower boxes and 16 flower pots together. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans – Fraternalists made 22 quilts for children in need. Police and fire departments, hospitals, and cancer treatment centers all over New Hampshire were given the quilts for distribution. Woodmen of the World/Omaha Woodmen Life Insurance Society – Lodge members partnered with the Girl Scouts to collect and deliver personal-care items, such as shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, hairbrushes and combs, to the High Desert Homeless Services in Victorville, California. Other items that were requested and included in the kits were laundry detergents, bleach, paper towels, Kleenex, suitcases, duffle bags, men’s toiletry cases and healthy snack items. “Congratulations to the JOIN HANDS DAY 2007 Excellence Award winners, and we’ll see you out in full force next year, on May 3, 2008. Until then, join us in celebrating fraternalism by JOINING HANDS 365 days a year,” said Stivoric. Sponsored by America’s fraternal benefit societies, JOIN HANDS DAY is the fraternal national day of service when youths and adults work together to plan and implement projects that benefit their local communities. To learn more about JOIN HANDS DAY, visit the Web site at www.joinhandsday.org or e-mail actioncenter@joinhandsday.org. —SPJST—

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NFCA honors “Shining Stars” for Join Hands Day The National Fraternal Congress of America (NFCA) recognized 40 member-societies and six state fraternal congresses as “shining stars” that demonstrated strong support for JOIN HANDS DAY. The “2007 NFCA Shining Stars for JOIN HANDS DAY” awards were presented at the Celebration of Fraternalism Luncheon held during the 121st NFCA Annual Meeting, September 6 to 8, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. JOIN HANDS DAY, which promotes fraternalism and fraternal benefit societies, is the only day of service on America’s national calendar that seeks to build youth and adult relationships through planning and participating in a day of volunteering. This signature event provides fraternal benefit societies with an opportunity to connect with other volunteer organizations to make an important impact on their communities. “The NFCA is proud of JOIN HANDS DAY’s success,” said Michael Stivoric, Chair of the Join Hands Corporation Board of Directors, who presented the awards. “Now in its ninth year, JOIN HANDS DAY provides fraternal benefit societies with a tremendous opportunity to re-energize its chapters, connect with outside organizations, involve young people from around the country and help present fraternals as dynamic, exciting and visible organizations. It’s no wonder that JOIN HANDS DAY has earned us praise from America’s volunteer community.” This year’s JOIN HANDS DAY was Saturday, May 5, 2007. The 2007 NFCA Shining Stars for JOIN HANDS DAY awards offer four levels of recognition: Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze. 1. Promoted JOIN HANDS DAY to chapters, either in society or state fraternal congress publications, through links on their Web site and/or by mailing the JOIN HANDS DAY materials to their members. 2. Reported at least one JOIN HANDS DAY activity on May 5, 2007, sponsored by the society or state congress, including chapters, home office or grassroots members. 3. Invited the media and/or local politicians, Members of Congress, other dignitaries, VIPs, etc., to a JOIN HANDS DAY event; and

VĚSTNÍK 4. Organized a Model City project. To obtain Platinum status, fraternal benefit societies are required to meet all four of the criteria. To obtain Gold status, they must meet three of the four criteria. To achieve Silver status, they must meet two of the four criteria, and for Bronze status, societies must meet one of the four criteria. All winners were selected based on completion of a special member-society or state fraternal congress survey returned to NFCA prior to the 121st NFCA Annual Meeting. These member-societies and state fraternal congresses received the following awards: Platinum Awards 15 Societies and One State Fraternal Congress • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Catholic Family Life Insurance Catholic Knights Equitable Reserve Association Employees’ Mutual Benefit Association First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association of the USA Greater Beneficial Union of Pittsburgh KSKJ Life, American Slovenian Catholic Union Modern Woodmen of America Order of the Sons of Hermann in the State of Texas Russian Brotherhood Organization of the USA Slovene National Benefit Society (SNPJ) SPJST Supreme Council of UPEC Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Wisconsin Fraternal Congress Woodmen of the World/Omaha Woodmen Life Insurance Society

Gold Awards 14 Societies and Four State Fraternal Congresses • California Fraternal Congress • The Catholic Aid Association • Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas, KJZT • Catholic Life Insurance • Chesapeake Fraternal Congress • Florida Fraternal Congress • Gleaner Life Insurance Society • Hungarian Reformed Federation of America • Luso-American Life Insurance Society • Michigan Fraternal Congress • National Catholic Society of Foresters • National Slovak Society of the USA • Royal Neighbors of America

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Western Catholic Union Western Fraternal Life Association William Penn Association Woman’s Life Insurance Society Woodmen of the World and/or Assured Life Association Silver Status 10 Societies and One State Fraternal Congress

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Catholic Association of Foresters Catholic Fraternal Life Catholic Ladies of Columbia Catholic Order of Foresters Knights of Columbus Ladies Pennsylvania Slovak Catholic Union • Loyal Christian Benefit

Association • National Mutual Benefit • Nebraska Fraternal Congress • Supreme Council of the Royal Arcanum • The Order of United Commercial Travelers of America Bronze Status One Society • Association of the Sons of Poland. “Congratulations to everyone involved in JOIN HANDS DAY 2007, and we’ll see you out in full force next year, on May 3, 2008. Until then, join us in celebrating fraternalism by JOINING HANDS 365

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! October 20 Josef Michulka family—at the American Legion Hall, East Bernard, Texas. For information, contact President Rose Schroeder (979) 8853480; Secretary Judith Michulka (979) 335-4081; Treasurer Joey Pitman (979) 335-4170; or Tony Kelner (281) 342-2624. Submitted by, Helen Kelner, Lodge 28, East Bernard. October 20 Andrew Prikryl-Mary ZrubekJohn Walla family—at SPJST Lodge 20, Granger Hall in Granger. For information, contact Bessie Dobias (254) 657-2492 or via email bdobias@earthlink.net; Eugene Pavlat (254) 778-8954 or via email egpavlat@aol.com; Dan Prikryl (512) 323-5486 or via email prikryl6@aol.com; or Otilie Prikryl Kitowski (817) 292-7544 or via email kitowskijv@aol.com. Submitted by, Bessie Dobias, Lodge 20, Granger. October 21 Vitek-Pechal families—at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall, Seaton, Texas. For information, contact Linda Machicek (254) 985-0354. Submitted by Elaine and Wayne Hoelscher; Steve and Pat Pechal; and

Linda and Andy Machicek, Lodge 47, Seaton. October 28 Joseph and Apolona Orsak family—at the Civic Center, El Campo, Texas. For information, contact Vickie Dressler (281) 542-1774; Lorraine Kana (979) 543-2118; Willie Mae Cihal (361) 771-2658; Clarence Junek in Snook; Viola Kunetka (979) 648-2129; or other members of the Orsak family. Submitted by Lorraine Kana, Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje. —SPJST—

Sebesta family The descendants of Pavel Sebesta and Rozina (Pagac) Sebesta and their children John, Josef, Frank, Thomas, and Frances will celebrate the 152nd year since their arrival in Texas in 1855. The reunion will be held on Sunday, October 21, 2007, at the SPJST Lodge 9, Snook Hall. Registration will start at 10 a.m., and the noon meal will be served at 12:30 p.m. Each family is asked to bring a basket lunch for the meal. Tea and utensils will be furnished. A brief business meeting will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. For reunion information, contact President John Sebesta (979) 2728377; Treasurer Bill Orsak (979) 272-1243; or Secretary Angela Hairrell (979) 272-1378. We hope to see all of you there. Submitted by, John W. Sebesta Lodge 9, Snook —SPJST—

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About the NFCA The 121-year-old NFCA unites 75 not-for-profit fraternal benefit societies operating in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Canada. The association represents 10 million fraternalists in 37,000 local chapters, making it one of America’s largest member-volunteer networks. Fraternal benefit societies provide their members with leadership, social,

educational, spiritual, patriotic, scholarship, financial and volunteer-service opportunities. Combined, the NFCA’s member-societies maintain more than $329 billion of life insurance-in-force and, in 2006 alone, contributed almost $410 million to charitable and fraternal programs, and volunteered nearly 95 million hours for community-service projects. These statistics demonstrate the commitment

that fraternals make to those in need and exemplify the true meaning of the NFCA signature phrase: Joining Hands to Touch Lives. For more information, visit the NFCA’s Web site at www.nfcanet.org. —SPJST—

SPJST Participates in Texas Fraternal Congress

LEFT PHOTO: SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, right, introduces SPJST State Fraternalist of the Year and NFCA Fraternalist of the Year Bob Hagen and his wife, Terri at the 107th Annual TFC Meeting held October 5 and 6 in Austin. They are members of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point. CENTER PHOTO: SPJST Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer and 2006- 2007 TFC President Lanita Anglin pres-

ents a donation check to Ronald McDonald House Executive Director Susan Bolton. RIGHT PHOTO: SL President Brian Vanicek, left, Colleen Jenke, second from left, and State FAC Chester Jenke assist with a “guess the number of beans in the jar” fund-raiser for the Ronald McDonald House. Attempting to guess is Barbara Cheaney of Catholic Life Insurance. The fund-raiser collected $122 for RMH.

LEFT PHOTO: SPJST Home Office Executive Secretary Margaret Campbell looks over the scrapbooks. CENTER PHOTO: SPJST posters are on display. RIGHT PHOTO: 2006-2007 TFC President Lanita Anglin accepts a plaque from 2007-2008 TFC President Leroy

Muehlstein of the Order of the Sons of Hermann. Mrs. Anglin will now serve as 2007-2008 Past President. Honorary Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar was elected to serve as a director for the Texas Association of Fraternal Insurance Counsellors.

LEFT PHOTO: 2004 State King Joshua Siptak, right, attends the TFC Youth Spectacular and visits his brother Mark and sister Sarah. Joshua attends the University of Texas in Austin. RIGHT PHOTO: TFC Youth Spectacular participants were, front, left to right, Danielle Zalman of Lodge 30, Taiton; Josef Morris of Lodge 47, Seaton; Sam Vanicek of Lodge 24, Cyclone; State Duchess Kellie Ihlenfeldt and State Duke

Laramie Cass, both of Lodge 17, New Tabor; Stephanie Vanicek of Lodge 24, Cyclone; Chris Zavodny of Lodge 47, Seaton; and Sarah Siptak of Lodge 4, Hallettsville. Back: Ashlyn Zavodny of Lodge 47, Seaton; Crystal Morris of Lodge 47, Seaton; State Queen Lindsey Jones and State King Colby Havemann, both of Lodge 17, New Tabor; and Kristen White and Samantha White, both of Lodge 80, Holland.

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Scenes from Lodge 92, Fort Worth Czech Heritage Day

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Saturday, September 15, 2007 • Lodge 92, Fort Worth’s National Hall

LEFT PHOTO: Daniel Roznovsky, left, and Rudy Klecka visit at Lodge 92, Fort Worth’s Czech Heritage Day celebration. PHOTO 2: Vivian

and Frank Prochaska. PHOTO 3: Laddie and Helen Gajdica. RIGHT PHOTO: Cheryl Hubenak and Harold Bintliff.

LEFT PHOTO: Ed Scaff, left, and District Three Director Johnnie Krizan. CENTER PHOTO: Brooke Hood, left, and Alexa Hubenak perform their first place SPJST State YAD Group Talent tap dance. RIGHT

PHOTO: The apron crew! Pictured are, left to right, Mary Ann Krivanek, Chris Krengel, Corina Cranfill, and Evelyn Scaff. Thanks for a great job!

LEFT PHOTO: Pictured are, left to right, Al Kercho, his son Mark and Mark’s fiance Jan Coffey. CENTER PHOTO: SPJST Education and Nature Center Consultant Sherrie Kubala Watkins, left, Holly Hubenak,

center, and Stacy Hubenak. RIGHT PHOTO: Awaiting the delicious meal include Daniel and Mary Ann Roznovsky, left. Thanks to everyone who supported this year’s Czech Heritage Day.

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Scenes from Lodge 271, Laredo Organization Meeting

Saturday, September 29, 2007 • Coyote Creek Grill in Laredo, Texas

LEFT PHOTO: District Seven Director Bob Bayer, far right, installs the newly elected Lodge 271, Laredo officers at the organizational meeting on September 29. CENTER PHOTO: Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride, back, far left, and District Seven Director Bob Bayer, back, far right, welcome the Lodge 271 officers. They are, front, left to

right, President Sharon Macias, Treasurer Laura Cisneros, Secretary Margarita Trevino, and Youth Leader Hector Vitela. Back: Brother McBride, Vice President Ernesto Ramirez, Reporter Elias Zavala, FAC Ramon Garcia, and Brother Bayer. RIGHT PHOTO: Jose Flores, left, and Jose Noe Flores, entertain the crowd after dinner.

LEFT PHOTO: District Seven Youth Counselor Wendy Pruski, District Seven FAC Glen Pruski, and Colleen Jenke. CENTER PHOTO: Left to right, Area Agent Pete Espinoza of Lodge 217, Alice, David Nauert, and

Field Operations Manager Phil McBee tabulate ballots in the officer elections. RIGHT PHOTO: Left to right are Ramon Garcia, Elias Zavala, Hector Vitela, Jorge L. Gutierrez, and Guillermo Llanos.

LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are Sanjuanita Cepeda, Jose L. Miranda, Ernesto Ramirez, and Margarita Trevino. CENTER PHOTO: District Seven State Field Representative Hector Garcia, Laura Cisneros,

center, and Sharon Macias. RIGHT PHOTO: Left to right are Raymundo Sanchez, Daniela Campos, Jose Noe Flores, and Jose Flores.

LEFT PHOTO: New Youth Leader Hector Vitela, left, is welcomed by State Youth Director John Hoelscher, DYC Wendy Pruski, and Director Bob Bayer. CENTER PHOTO: New Lodge 271 President Sharon

Macias visits with State FAC Chester Jenke. RIGHT PHOTO: Pictured are, left to right, FOM Phil McBee, Frances McBride, SL Vice President McBride, and Nora and Pete Espinoza.

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SPJST Youth Section

District Five plans fall trip to Manna Farms

Dear Members, District Five will take a trip to Manna Farms on Saturday, October 27, 2007, and we are to be there promptly at 3 p.m. There is a farm train, duck races, hay rides, hay mountain, farm animals, trails of ter-

VĚSTNÍK 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 ror, pig races, pumpkin patch, and more. Bring spending money for snacks or souvenirs. If you would like more information, please check out the Web site at www.mannafieldsfarm.com or feel free to contact me. This will be our fall district trip, so we hope to see many of you attending. Directions Take 288 South to Angleton. Go past the Angleton/West Columbia

Exit (Highway 35) and take the next exit which is County Road 290. Go to the stop sign and take a left. Follow CR 290 watching for Manna Fields Farm signs which will be on your left. Manna Fields Farm is located directly behind the big Stephen F. Austin Statue which is on the left side of the freeway. Fraternally, Barbara Linney-Gonzales District Five Youth Counselor —SPJST—

Lodge 9, Snook youth: congrats fair participants Dear Vestnik Readers, I would like to say congrats to all my fellow SPJST members who participated in the Burleson County Fair and to Robin Jakubik for asking me to participate on her float at the Burleson

Lodge 1, Fayetteville Youth Go to Camp On July 26, 2007, SPJST Lodge 1, Fayettevile Youth Club went to Camp Forest Glen in Rosebud. There were many activities such as swimming, canoeing, archery, blobbing, a shaving cream fight, camp fires, movies, the ropes course, a rodeo, karaoke, and so much more. Everyone had a blast until we had to come home on Sunday, the 29th. —Submitted by Brittany Thompson, Reporter

County Parade. Just a reminder that we will be collecting school supplies and toiletry items for the Make A Difference Day project. All items should be brought to the November meeting. Also for November’s charity service project, we are asked to bring six pieces of fruit per family. Our next meeting is November 7, 2007. Fraternally, Bradley Shelfer, President —SPJST—

Lodge 9, Snook youth: busy September Dear Vestnik Readers, September was a very busy month for youth club members at Lodge 9, Snook. I would like to congratulate those who entered the Kolache

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Lodge 1, Fayetteville Youth Club Raises Funds, Receives Donation for Baseball Field

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 1, Fayetteville Youth Club has been selling concessions at volleyball games, raising money for the baseball field. RIGHT PHOTO: Pictured are Emil Matura, George Matura, Billy Billiski, and their families along with Lodge 1 Youth Club members. The Matura and Billiski families

Festival’s Bake Show. Our lodge was well represented and brought home big honors. Both Sarah Hejl and Josef Orsak received grand champion in their division, and many others received rosette ribbons for their entries. Also, beseda performers, myself included, participated in the Kolache Festival’s opening ceremony. We were honored to be asked to participate, and this was a great way to preserve our Czech heritage. In September, we also had a chance to honor our grandparents with our annual Grandparents Day Program. This was well attended, and we had a

Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club sets October 20 Halloween party

donated $300 to the baseball field to help the youth club with its community service project. We also held two dances and another one is scheduled for Friday, October 19, which is the Lickskillet Kick-Off Dance. —Submitted by Brittany Thompson, Reporter

meal after the program. I would like to extend my thanks to my mema, Juanita Shelfer, for all she does for me. As October is here, please be reminded that this is Czech Heritage Month. I encourage all to find a way to get involved in activities that are related to Czech heritage. Fraternally, Zachary Shelfer —SPJST—

Dear Members, The annual Lodge 88, Houston Halloween party is Saturday, October 20, 2007, at 6:30 p.m. in the Annex Building. Wear your costume, if you would like, and bring your smiling faces for an evening of fun! We will have games, snacks, prizes, and lots of fun. Bring your friends and come join us. All ages are invited . . . there will be something for everyone. Fraternally, Barbara Linney-Gonzales Youth Leader —SPJST—

CORE CHALLENGE A TEST OF PHYSICAL STRENGTH AND AGILITY “Core Challenge: A Test of Physical Strength and Agility” is a recreational sports program sponsored by the SPJST. It is an excellent way to challenge yourself versus your friends and get fit. Core Challenge encourages young people to stay in shape and meet The President s Challenge, a program of the President s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. The SPJST is a fraternal organization serving Texas families since 1897.

When: Sunday, October 28, 2007 Registration 1 to 2 p.m. • Activities start at 2 p.m. Where: Sokol Fort Worth, 6500 Boat Club Rd., Fort Worth, TX 76135 $3 entry fee – Includes a bottle of water and benefits the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund (50 percent) and Czech Heritage Museum (50 percent).

Core Challenge presents seven individual events that test both strength and agility.

HERCULES CHALLENGE: The participant moves five heavy objects 30 feet. This is a timed event. LOG THROW: The participant throws a log for distance. BENT ARM SOLDIER HANG: The participant hangs from a bar with his/her arms bent as long as possible. SLED PULL: The participant will be put in a harness and will pull a weighted sled 100 feet. This is a timed event. AGILITY COURSE: The participant will run around, through, and over objects as fast as he/she can. SPRINT RACE: The participant will sprint in a 100-yard dash. FOOTBALL THROW: The participant will throw for distance and accuracy. Boy and Girl Division Age Groups: 5 to 8 Division, 9 to 11 Division, 12 to 14 Division 15 to High School Senior Division, 18 years and up Masters Division First, second, and third place will be awarded in each age category. Participant Name _________________________________________ Birth date _____/____/_____ Age_____ Last

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Lodge 107, Floresville Youth Club Members Win Ornament Contest

Congratulations to Lodge 107, Floresville youth Eric Carpenter, left, who received the first place award in the ages 9 to 11 category of the Christmas Ornament Contest. Eric Carpenter won for his Soda Can Cowboy. In the ages 12 to 14 category, Travis Purchis won first place with his Beaded Light Bulb Christmas Tree. The ornaments were sent to the SPJST Home Office in Temple where they will be displayed on the SPJST Youth Christmas Tree. —Submitted by Shelby Carpenter, Secretary

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Parent or Legal Guardian s Signature_____________________________________________ Date______________ I agree to compete fairly in the Core Challenge and to conduct myself as a true sportsman. Participant’s Signature _______________________________________________ Date _______________________ Please complete release on the reverse side of this form, and bring it to the e vent. For more information please contact District Three Core Challenge Coordinator Deanne Kearne y (817) 821-8302. For additional information, contact SPJST State Youth Director John Hoelscher (800) 727-7578.

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Lodge 107 Floresville Youth Club preps for peanut festival Dear Readers, The October 7, 2007, meeting of SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville Youth Club was called to order at 11:40 a.m. by Vice President Brandon Korus. Hope Bayer led the Pledge of Allegiance. There were six members, four guests, and 18 adults present. This month’s meeting was held during our annual peanut brittle making weekend. Our lodge makes peanut brittle to be sold at the Floresville Peanut Festival. Travis Purchis made a motion that we table the minutes and treasurer’s report until the next meeting. Hope Bayer seconded the motion. Assistant Youth Leader, Natalie Henke, discussed riding on the SPJST Float in the Floresville Peanut Festival and asked that each youth member work at least two hours in the peanut brittle booth. She also asked if anyone was interested in entering the Deer Antler Contest. The District Seven Core Challenge and lock-in will be held at the Lodge 107, Floresville hall on November 17 and 18. It will start at 1 p.m. on the 17th, and youth can be picked up at 10 a.m. on the 18th. A log throw, sled pull, and obstacle course are just a few of the events planned. Each District Seven youth may invite one friend to attend. Everyone must fill out a Core Challenge Release form which can be returned the day of the challenge. Release forms can be found at www.spjst.com. Please RSVP to Wendy Pruski by November 12. Adults are needed to help with the Core Challenge and concession stand. Youth Leader Wendy Pruski thanked everyone for his help making peanut brittle. The meeting was adjourned at 11:52 p.m. Happy birthday to everyone with a birthday in October! Fraternally, Eric Carpenter, Reporter —SPJST—

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Lodge 107 Floresville youth win contest Dear Readers, The District Seven Fall Meeting was held on September 23, 2007, at Texas Lutheran University in Seguin. Lodge

107, Floresville joined in the day of fun. We had a meeting, played Bunco, dominoes, horseshoes, ate lunch, and some lucky members won prizes. Two of our youth members participated in the ornament contest and won first place. In the ages 9 to 11 category, Eric Carpenter won for his Soda Can Cowboy. In the ages 12 to 14 cat-

egory, Travis Purchis won for his Beaded Light Bulb Christmas Tree. The winning ornaments were sent to the SPJST Home Office where they will be displayed on the SPJST Youth Christmas Tree. Congratulations! Fraternally, Shelby Carpenter, Secretary —SPJST—

October is Czech Heritage Month

Submitted by Bowyn Bauer of Lodge 1, Fayetteville I found this article in a book and thought it would be great for this month. I found it in the book “Texans” by Barbara Evens Stanush. “In 1852, 16 Czech families landed at Galveston. They were the first group of Czechs in Texas, although there were already a few Czech people in the state. Most of the early Czech settlers were farmers. They settled in central Texas. Many lived in Fayette County. The Czechs looked for good land for their farms. A story says that when they saw some good land, they turned off the road. They kept going until their ox carts got stuck in deep mud. This thick, black soil that stopped their carts would be good for growing crops; that’s where they settled. Today, Czech Texans live all over the state. Many of them live and work in cities now. However, their grandfathers were probably farmers. Life on a Farm This is a story that is makebelieve about a Czech family. A 10year-old girl is talking. It was about 1900, and the place is near Fayetteville. There are 12 people in our family. We live on a farm with a house and barn. There are fields of cotton and corn and a vegetable garden near the house. We have some chickens and geese and a couple of cows. We have some pigs for meat and mules for plowing. The whole family works in the fields. When the cotton is ready, we all pick it. We girls usually help mother with the house and garden. We milk the cows, too. The boys work mostly with father. My brother Josef can pick 200 pounds of cotton in one day. Feather Stripping Sometimes we have to round up the geese for mother. Jan grabs a goose and puts a sock over its head. They will nip you if you’re not careful! Then, mom holds the goose

under her arm and plucks the feathers. It doesn’t hurt the goose at all. She saves the feathers to put in a perina, a feather bed. It takes lots of feathers to make a perina, but it’s nice and cozy in the winter. Some of the feathers have hard quills. We strip the soft part off the quills, because we don’t want quills in our perina. Making a perina is hard work, so sometimes mom will invite friends to help. It is fun when the neighbors come. They sing and tell stories while they work. Mom will make a dozen kolaches to treat the helpers. It’s like a party! Homemade Egg Noodles On Sundays we like to eat chicken noodle soup. Yummy! We all make noodles—even Marie, who’s three. Mother and I roll out the dough. We hang it over the backs of chairs to dry. Then, we cut the noodles. The boys like to cut the noodles to see how thin they can make them. Sometimes they accidentally cut their fingers instead. Play We don’t just work. We play lots of games. The boys like to play Na Kozla. You get down on your hands and knees and make a line. The last one in line jumps over the rest until he gets to the front. Then, the next person goes. (Today, this is called ‘leap frog’.) At Easter, we decorate eggs. First, we use goose quills to draw designs on the eggs with melted wax. Then, we dye the eggs. We make most of our own toys. Sometimes we carve whistles out of twigs, and we make lots of things from paper, like snakes and fans and hats. Music and Dance My father says, ‘Co Cech, to muzikan’ — Every Czech is a musician. It’s true. Saturday nights are fun. We go visiting or to a dance. Czech bands play at the dance. The Baca Family Band has 13 brothers and sisters in it. We like to dance the polka. That’s a Czech dance. It’s fast

and bouncy—you feel like you are galloping across the floor. That’s the way we live in our family. There are happy times; there are sad times. We work and play; we sing and dance. Our weddings last three days. The Czech Language When Czechs came to Texas, they wanted to keep their language. They started reading clubs, so that they could share books which were written in Czech. Many Czech newspapers were printed. These newspapers were sometimes used in Czech schools in Texas to help teach reading. Today, many Texans speak Czech. It is the third language spoken in Texas, after English and Spanish. They even had the Vestnik back then and they had a section that was Czech and English. In those days, it was probably teaching the Czechs English! Sokols in Texas Sokol is the Czech word for falcon, a bird that is strong and flies high. In Czechoslovakia, there used to be clubs called sokols, where people learned gymnastics and correct behavior. They made their bodies ‘strong and high flying’ by working out on bars and rings and other equipment. And, they did exercises. Their motto was ‘as sound mind in a sound body.’ Long ago, Czechs started sokols in Texas, too. The first one met in a shed on a farm. A blacksmith nearby helped make the rings and bars. Today, there are several sokols in Texas. These are family clubs, where people of all ages can visit, dance, and learn gymnastics. They work out on equipment like bars and rings, and the tumble. Sometimes groups of girls wave colored ribbons in swoops and circle. You can try this, too.” Well, I hope you enjoyed this article. And, remember October is Czech Heritage Month, so learn as much as you can about the Czech culture. —SPJST—

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State Queen ’ss Notebook

Czech Heritage Society offers scholarship The Czech Heritage Society of Texas is accepting applications for the Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship. The $500 stipend was established in memory of the late Victor Alfons Peter, who died in 1996. Peter was a retired businessman and a trustee of the Czech Heritage Society. Following the Velvet Revolution in Czechoslovakia in 1989, he was instrumental in reestablishing relationships between the Czechs of Texas and the Old Country. The Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior to help further his or her education. As part of their application, students will write a 300-word essay on either of two topics. The topics are: A Family Member Who Represents Czech Heritage or A Family Member Who Contributed to the Czech Heritage in the United States. In addition, a high school transcript, two letters of recommendation, 200-word autobiography, a 100-word statement explaining what he or she plans to study in college or at the university, list of 10 ways in which he or she has had contact with Czech culture, and a cover sheet including the student’s name, address, phone number, and high school’s name, address and phone number. Students do not have to be associated with the Czech Heritage Society or be of Czech origin to apply. The Czech Heritage Society of Texas was founded in 1982 with the purpose of preserving and promoting Czech heritage in the state. The deadline for accepting scholarship applications for the Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship is February 28, 2008. Send your application to The Czech Heritage Society of Texas, Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship, 4117 Willowbend, Houston, Texas 77025. For additional information, interested parties may contact Patricia Parma, 3311 Carolina Way, Richmond, Texas 77469. The phone number is (281) 342-4898. —SPJST—

Royal Dancing at the Kolache Festival B y 2007 - 2008 SPJST State Queen Lindsey Jones Wow! September was a busy month for me. Being captain of my school’s colorguard and State Queen is quite a task, but I’m loving every minute of it. On September 1, 2007, we went to Westfest in West. State King Colby Havemann, State Duke Laramie Cass, State Duchess Kellie Ihlenfeldt, and I rode on David and Melanie’s Corvettes through the parade that morning. We enjoyed tossing candy to the crowd. After the parade, we went to eat at a steakhouse downtown. After eating, we headed to the fairgrounds for more fun. I enjoyed having the opportunity to listen and dance to the Vrazels, my mother’s favorite polka band. Westfest was fun, and I loved to see all of the Czech heritage there. The following Saturday, September 8 was the Kolache Festival in downtown Caldwell, my hometown. I danced the beseda, which I have enjoyed dancing since the age of six. My dancing partner is State King Colby. After dancing, the

Royalty Court worked at the Kolache Eating Contest sponsored by SPJST. I love kolaches, but I don’t think I could eat that many so fast! The next day, September 9, was the Grandparents Banquet at our Lodge 17, New Tabor. I received another perfect attendance trophy. I have received one every year since the age of six. I was honoring my granny, Gladys Hejl. I love her—she is so special to me. She was also the first youth leader of Lodge 17, New Tabor in 1964. My great aunt, Esther Zavodny, who is also special to me, attended the banquet. I was proud to honor them. On September 22, the Royalty Court rode in the Burleson County Fair parade. Melanie and David brought their Corvettes, and we all enjoyed being recognized in the parade. October will also be a busy month for me, but I’m looking forward to having a great time and representing SPJST. —SPJST— Here I am dancing at Westfest on September 1.

State Royalty after dancing the beseda at the Kolache Festival on September 8.

Colby and I riding in the Burleson County Fair Parade on September 22.

My Granny Gladys Hejl and I at the Lodge 17 Grandparents Banquet on September 9. My Great Aunt Esther Zavodny and I at the Grandparents Banquet on September 9.

Wednesday, October 17, 2007

SPJST DISTRICT FIVE CORE CHALLENGE Results

AGILITY COURSE

Pre Age 5 1st - Keith Wockenfuss (58.22) 2nd - Aubrey Pflughaupt 3rd - Adam Rosier

Saturday, September 22, 2007 • Lodge 88, Houston BENT ARM LOG THROW SOLDIER HANG Pre Age 5

Ages 5 to 8 1st - Koby Rosier (39.69) 2nd - Alyssa Moyle 3rd - Sean Moncrief Ages 9 to 11 1st - Avery Moyle (38.68) 2nd - Allison Wockenfuss Ages 12 to 14 1st - Ashley Moncrief (31.25)

Pre Age 5 1st - Adam Rosier (3.34) Ages 5 to 8 1st - Jessica Schoen (29.87) 2nd - Koby Rosier Ages 9 to 11 1st - Avery Moyle (51.35) 2nd - Allison Wockenfuss Ages 12 to 14 1st - Ashley Moncrief (41.03)

AGILITY COURSE

LEFT PHOTO: First place Agility Course winners. Left to right, Keith Wockenfuss, Koby Rosier, Avery Moyle, and Ashley Moncrief. RIGHT

LOG THROW

LEFT PHOTO: First place Log Throw winners. Aubrey Pflughaupt, Jorgia Conway, Allison Wockenfuss, and Ashley Moncrief. RIGHT

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SLED PULL

1st - Aubrey Pflughaupt (3’10”) 2nd - Tyler Schoen 3rd - Adam Rosier

Pre Age 5 1st - Aubrey Pflughaupt (18.65) 2nd - Tyler Schoen 3rd - Adam Rosier

Ages 5 to 8 1st - Jorgia Conway (7’8”) 2nd - Koby Rosier 3rd - Zoe Saxton

Ages 5 to 8 1st - Jessica Schoen (15.69) 2nd - Sean Moncrief 3rd - Jorgia Conway

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Allison Wockenfuss (7’4”) 2nd - Avery Moyle 3rd - Aryanna Saxton

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Aryanna Saxton (12.82) 2nd - Allison Wockenfuss 3rd - Avery Moyle

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Ashley Moncrief (15’10)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Ashley Moncrief (16.66)

BENT ARM SOLDIER HANG

PHOTO: First place Bent Arm Soldier Hang winners. Adam Rosier, Jessica Schoen, Avery Moyle, and Ashley Moncrief.

SLED PULL

PHOTO: First place Sled Pull winners. Aubrey Pflughaupt, Jessica Schoen, Aryanna Saxton, and Ashley Moncrief.

ATTENTION LODGES AND YOUTH CLUBS: TO HOST CORE CHALLENGE IN YOUR AREA, CONTACT STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR JOHN HOELSCHER (800) 727-7578

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SPJST Core Challenge Scenes

Saturday, September 22, 2007 • District Five Fall Family Day • Lodge 88, Houston

In Memoriam

Wednesday, October 17, 2007

Expression of Sympathy

We, the members of SPJST Lodge 155, Austin, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed sister, ALICE MARIE (BUNNY) PRASATIK, who, at age 94, passed away on September 22, 2007. She was born on April 23, 1913, to Joe and Annie Wychopen in Texas. Hillje, She married Raymond Paul Prasatik on October 16, 1933. She spent most of her childhood and Alice Prasatik graduated from high school in Taylor, Texas. After attending the University of Texas in Austin, she became an elementary teacher and taught in a community outside of Fayetteville, Texas. For two consecutive summers, she taught the Czech language at a Catholic parochial school in Galveston, Texas. She met her future husband, Raymond, while both were students and members of the Czech Club at the University of Texas. They were married on October 16, 1933, in Hillje, Texas. While raising her young children and during World War II, Alice operated a day care for children in her home free of charge so the childrens’ mothers could join the workforce. She also graded papers for enlisted men who aspired to become officers in the military. Alice worked for 27 years at the Texas State Health Department as a statistician in the Maternal and Child Health Division making many business trips to check on child welfare clinics throughout the state. She also worked recording and filing birth certificates. Alice was a lifelong member of the KJZT Society No. 93 where she was an officer, historian, and delegate for state conventions. She was also a member of St. Austin’s Catholic Church having served on the parish council there and parent supporter of Newman School where her children attended. She was also a member and cofounder of the Austin Ethnic Folk Festival and a charter member of the Austin Czech Historical Association.

In addition, she was a member of KJT Society No. 1, the Czech ExStudents Association of Texas, the Senior Activity Center, AARP, and the First African Violet Society of Austin. After retirement, she began cultivating several varieties of African violets in her home. Her passion and dedication to this hobby resulted in her winning numerous blue ribbons at African violet shows held semi-annually at Zilker Gardens. Alice was a member of SPJST Lodge 155, Austin. For many years, Alice worked tirelessly to increase awareness of the Czech heritage in Texas, including appearing in authentic Czech costume to speak at elementary schools on their observance of their ethnic heritage days. She received numerous accolades for her contributions to the ethnic history of Texas including a personal letter from the Governor of Texas. She dedicated many hours of service for years to assure the success of the Czech booth she manned at the Austin Ethnic Folk Festival at Fiesta Gardens and later for Austin Aqua Fest at Auditorium Shores. She decorated the booth with Czech artifacts and gave Czech coloring books to the children, enticed volunteers to help work the booth, helped supply authentic Czech meals, and wrote articles for the newspapers and other media advertising Czech night at the Aqua Fest. She made three trips to her mother’s homeland of Czechoslovakia (Czech Republic). Alice was preceded in death by her parents; brother Harold (Harry) loving husband Wychopen; Raymond, who died in 1999 after 65 years of marriage; and an infant son, Edward Ralph. She is survived by children Virginia Rae Thomas (now known as Ginny Prasatik) of Austin, Texas, Mary Anne Brown and husband Nash of Carrollton, Texas, Sylvia Gail Ethridge and husband Frank of Fort Collins, Colorado, Margrette Alice Billingsley and husband Cliff of League City, Texas, Robert (Bob) Earl Prasatik and wife Becky of Cedar Park, Texas, and Sherilynn Kay Cole of Llano, Texas; 14 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. A rosary was held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, September 27 at WeedCorley-Fish Funeral Home. A funeral mass was held at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 28 at St. Austin’s Catholic Church. A funeral luncheon provided by the funeral

VĚSTNÍK ministry followed the service in Hecker Hall across the courtyard from St. Austin’s Catholic Church. Entombment followed at Assumption Mausoleum on IH-35. Serving as pallbearers were grandsons John and James Thomas, Bill Brown, Nash Brown, Frank Ethridge, and Cliff Billingsley. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Museum in La Grange, Texas. Make checks payable to TCHCC, P.O. Box 6, La Grange, Texas 78945-0006. Obituary and guestbook online at wcfish.com. Respectfully submitted by, Ginny Prasatik Secretary/Reporter/FAC —SPJST—

In Memory of Owen M. Kay Funeral services for Owen M. Kay, 81, of Huntington were held Saturday, September 15, 2007, at 10 a.m. in the Carroway-Claybar Funeral Home Chapel in Huntington with Reverend Carol Turner officiating. Masonic graveside services were held under the auspices of the Homer Masonic Lodge No. 254 A.F. & A.M. at 4 p.m. in the Memory Gardens Cemetery in Baytown. Mr. Kay was born January 24, 1926, in Shelby County, Illinois, to the late Ruth (Clark) and Louie Marcelle Kay, and died Thursday, September 13 in San Augustine

County. A former resident of Baytown, Mr. Kay had resided in Huntington since 1989. He was a salesman for Western and Southern Life Insurance for 35 years. Mr. Kay was an avid bowler and dancer and enjoyed traveling. He was past treasurer and member of the Homer Masonic Lodge No. 254 A.F. & A.M. He was also a member of SPJST Lodge 191, Lufkin and the First United Methodist Church of Lufkin. Survivors include wife Wilda Stevens Kay of Huntington; daughter and son-in-law Janet Marie and Dr. Richard McConnell of Arlington; son Roger Dale Kay of Baytown; daughter and son-in-law Carol Elaine and Bruce Fippinger of Santa Maria, California; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother Ivan Laverne Kay of Aurora, Illinois; sister Nola Ione Harderson of Sandwich, Illinois; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Rodney Dean Kay, in 1989. Honorary pallbearers were members of the Homer Masonic Lodge No. 254 A.F. & A.M. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Lufkin, 805 East Denman Avenue, Lufkin, Texas 75901. The family welcomed friends and loved ones from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday evening, September 14 at the funeral home in Huntington. CarrowayClaybar Funeral Home, Huntington, were in charge of arrangements. Wanda Briley, Secretary Lodge 191, Lufkin —SPJST—

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ROCNIK 95 CISLO 41

Učme se česky Let Us Study Czech Lekce devětadvacá Lesson 29 Předložka The Preposition

There are two types of prepositions–primary and secondary.

Primary prepositions are v, na, bez, etc. Secondary prepositions are formed from declinable words through combination with primary prepositions, such as o-kolo, u-vnitř, po-díl, etc.

There are also prepositional phrases, frequently used by people in the journalistic profession, such as v důsledku něčeho, v rámci něčeho, etc.

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Here is a list of the most commonly used prepositions. bez–without dle–according to (short form of po-dle) podle–according to podél–along, alongside vedle–beside do–into dovnitř–(go) inside kolem–round, around okolo–around, bypass kromě–besides, with the exception of místo–place, spot od–from, away from uprostřed–in the center of se and s–with ze and z–out of, from . . . u–at . . . uvnitř–inside během–during the course of . . .

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následkem–as a result of . . . za účelem–for the purpose of . . . v důsledku–as a result of . . . na základě–on the basis of . . . k, ke, and ku–to, up to proti–against naproti–across from vzhledem k–in regards to . . . kvůli–because of . . . za–after, behind pro–for (also through and along, when used as a prefix) přes–across skrz–through, on account of . . . mimo–besides, out of (town), miss (the target) na–on v–in po–after nad–over pod–under před–in front of mezi–in between

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Note: Some of the prepositions have other meanings than those

listed especially when they are used as prefixes. A good dictionary must be consulted for these various uses and meanings. Example: pro-jel pro-zkoumat pro-myslit pro-hrát pro-dělat

Translate the following into Czech: 1. He came without his hat. 2. According to her, she no longer cares. 3. The scenery was beautiful along the river. 4. She sat beside her husband. 5. Father said, “Go into the house!” 6. Mother called, “Go inside!” 7. The ring of beseda dancers went round and round. 8. They danced around the wedded pair. 9. There is no one here besides me.

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10. What a beautiful place! 11. I am from the region of Domažlice. 12. They sat in the middle of the circle. 13. Come with us! 14. He ran from the fire. 15. Is she at their home? 16. During the conversation, I learned he was from Chicago. 17. As a result of our conversation, we started corresponding. 18. We went for the purpose of looking at the art exhibition. 19. On the basis of these figures, we can proceed. 20. Go up to him and greet him. 21. Walk up to the wall and look over. 22. They live across from us. 23. Because of her, we got wet. 24. She followed her brother. 25. Do this for me, please. 26. Walk across the street carefully. 27. I was out of town on business. 28. His shot missed the target. 29. Sit on the bench. 30. After the meeting, a social will be held. 31. A picture hangs over the mantelpiece. 32. There is mud under the table. 33. We stopped in front of the gate. 34. Come join us!

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Construct sentences using all of the prepositions that are listed. —SPJST—

Fraternal Department Staff Assistant Frank Klinkovsky, far left, greets, from left, Petr Koblovsky, PhDr. Monika Rychlikova (in front), Vladimir Chrastil, and Bretislav Rychlik. They are with Plum Production, s.r.o. in Brno, Praha, Czech Republic. The group is traveling with the Petr Micka Cimbalom Orchestra on its October Texas tour.

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Austin Czech Historical Association meets October 23 The Austin Czech Historical Association’s monthly potluck meeting is Tuesday, October 23, 2007, at 7 p.m. at the Gethsemane Lutheran Church, located at 200 West Anderson Lane in Austin, Texas. Dr. Roland Devere will speak on “Memory Loss: Everything You Wanted to Know But Forgot to Ask.” The mission of the association is to preserve Czech culture. Everyone is invited. Bring your favorite dish (Czech or other) to share and enjoy. For more information, visit www.austinczechs.com or call President Julius Dubcak (512) 2728393. Happy Almaguer —SPJST—

Czech Heritage Library offers October 24 movie On Wednesday, October 24, the Harris County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society will host a very special movie at the Czech Heritage Library, located at 4117 Willowbend in Houston. The film will be Vanocni Mse (Christmas Mass) by Jan Jakub Ryba. Ryba’s Mass is really the Christmas story set to music. Ryba was a village music teacher, and he composed this piece to be performed something like Handel’s Messiah. The film takes place in a village church much like the one where Ryba composed, and the singers are all dressed as the performers of his day would have been dressed. While the Christmas story is being sung, the film shows us details of a famous carved wooden nativity scene (Trebechovicky Betlem) which has some 200 moving pieces and is fashioned after a typical Czech town of the old 19th century. There are three other segments to this film. One segment depicts Christmas carols of the Hussite era. The last segments of the movie show children Christmas caroling as they trudge from house to house through deep snow in a typical Czech village of long ago. Also, a family and their friends are singing carols as they sit around a kitchen table making homemade Christmas

VĚSTNÍK ornaments. This Christmas film is being shown on October 24 because the last Wednesdays of the months in October, November, and December conflict this year with various holidays. However, as usual, showtime starts at 7 p.m., is free of charge, and light refreshments will be served. The film is not subtitled, but we are furnishing an English copy of the libretto of the Christmas Mass. We hope that everyone will take this opportunity to see this especially beautiful movie which is not available anywhere else in Houston. For further information concerning the movie, call (713) 861-7403 (after October 12 and in the afternoon hours). Lillian Pivonka Publicity Committee Czech Heritage Society —SPJST—

Travis-Williamson Counties CHS meets October 24 Travis-Williamson Counties Czech Heritage Society will meet at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 24, 2007, at the Pflugerville Community Library, located at 102 South 10th Street, Pflugerville. The mission of our society is to preserve the Czech culture. For more information, contact Phyllis Teykl (512) 453-4453. Marie Ann Ripple CHS Reporter —SPJST—

Bexar County CHS plans October 28 Czech Heritage Festival The Bexar County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas will hold its annual Czech Heritage Festival on Sunday, October 28 from 11 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, located at 5721 Rigsby (Highway 87 East, 0.6 miles outside of Loop 410). A Czech meal of sausage, pork roast, sauerkraut, potatoes, etc. will be served. The cost is $6 for adults and $3 for children (ages 10 and under). Homemade noodle soup, kolaches,

and other pastries and a variety of beverages will be on sale. Polka, waltz, and country music will be provided free of charge. Come dance to the music of The Czechaholics from 12 noon to 4 p.m. Come also enjoy cultural and genealogy displays, and bid on items from our silent auction. Enjoy this Czech cultural pride event. For more information, call Robert Trampota (210) 649-2702. Alice Vida, Reporter Bexar County CHS Czech Heritage Festival —SPJST—

CHS Fall State Meeting set for November 10 The Fayette County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas extends an invitation for you to join them for the fall meeting of the Czech Heritage Society on Saturday, November 10, 2007, at the Fair Pavilion in La Grange. The Fair Pavilion is located on the west end of West Fairgrounds Road off US Highway 77, approximately one-half mile north of the State Highway 71 Bypass. Registration opens at 8 a.m. with an open house tour of the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center Village, Kalich House, amphitheater, exhibits, silent auction, vendor displays, and visiting. Coffee, juice, and kolaches will be available.

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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.

October 20 Harris County CHS Annual Soup Tasting—at the Sokol Hall, 1314 West Patton Street, Houston, 2 to 6 p.m. Event features five different, authentic Czech soups including goulash and dumplings; plus a variety of pastries will be available for sale. $6 donation for all-you-can-eat supports the Harris County CHS Library. Live accordion music; authentic Czech folkdances performed. For information, call Lillian Pivonka (713) 861-7403; or call the CHS Library (713) 349-0500.

October 24 Travis-Williamson Counties Czech Heritage Society—at Pflugerville Community Library, Pflugerville. 7 p.m. For more information, contact Phyllis Teykl (512) 453-4453.

October 28 Burleson County CHS Czech Meal—at the BCFA Expo Center, Caldwell. Meal includes soup, sausage, roast, and all the trimmings; plus Czech music. Meal served 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; dance held 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Drinks available; bar opens at noon. For tickets/information, contact members of the Burleson County CHSociety; or call Helen Jurica (979) 567-3229; Claudia Matcek (979) 567-3390; Eleanora

Mynar (979) 567-4181; or email caldwellczech@yahoo.com.

November 10 Czech Heritage Society State Meeting—at TCHCC, 250 West Fairground Road, La Grange. Guided tour of TCHCC grounds, catered meal, meeting. For information, call (888) 785-4500; or visit w w w. c z e c h t e x a s . o r g .

December 8 CESAT Czech Christmas Concert—at TCHCC Fair Pavilion, 250 West Fairground Road, La Grange. 2 to 3 p.m. Performance by St. Mary’s Choir from Hallettsville and surrounding area, under the direction of Thadious Polasek. Guaranteed to bring happy Christmas memories. For information, call (888) 785-4500; or visit w w w. c z e c h texas.org. December 8 TCHCC Annual Czech Christmas Open House—at the Kalich House on TCHCC grounds, 250 West Fairground Road, La Grange: refreshments, entertainment, 3 to 6 p.m. For information, call (888) 785-4500; or visit w w w. c z e c h t e x a s . o r g .

December 15 Christmas Under the Stars—at TCHCC Sanford Schmid Amphitheater, 250 West Fairground Road, La Grange. 6 to 7 p.m.; refreshments 7 to 8 p.m. $3 per adult/children under 12 free. For information, call (888) 785-4500; or visit w w w. c z e c h texas.org. —SPJST—

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VĚSTNÍK The program begins at 9:30 a.m. with the welcome address by Judge Janecka and Mayor Morebe. The colors will be presented followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, National Anthem, Texas State Anthem, and Czech National Anthem. A tribute to veterans will also be a part of the opening ceremonies. After a refreshment break, Miss Texas Czech-Slovak Queen will be introduced. The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center will follow with a presentation of the planned new museum/library by President Retta Chandler. Just before lunch, there will be a recognition ceremony for Charter and deceased members of the Czech Heritage Society. Then, the Fayette Czech Singers will entertain until the noon meal. Oak Ridge Express will cater the meal. The cost is $7.50 per person, payable at registration. If you are planning to attend and have the meal, please notify your local chapter president or Mr. Ben Bohuslav (979) 9660505 or email bbohuslav@gmail.com before November 1 so we can have an accurate count for the caterer. The annual state meeting will begin at 1 p.m. conducted by President Jean Blaha Davis. Recommended accommodations in the area are Best Western Hotel, 600 East Highway 71 Bypass in La Grange, Texas. Phone (979) 9686800. —SPJST—

TCGS: deadline for special Cesky Stopy approaching A Tribute To The Best Cooks Our Czech Mother, Grandmothers and Great-Grandmothers Everyone has a favorite dish pre’pared by a special lady in their family: mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, etc. We would like to feature these recipes in our December issue of the Ceske Stopy. When sending us these recipes, if you would like, please include a photo and a very brief article on “your favorite cook.” Space limitations dictate that each article will be limited to one-half page. We are numbering the articles as they are received, as we are limited to publishing only 72 in this special edition. This will make a wonderful inexpensive surprise Christmas gift for numerous names on your gift-giving list. After the 72 articles are received, those remaining will be published in

future issues of the Ceske Stopy. We plan to publish this edition in time for the holiday gift-giving season so all entries must be received no later than November 1, 2007. Entries can be mailed to Charlene Hurta, 1231 County Road 201A, Angleton, Texas 77515 or emailed to fhurta@brazosport.edu. For more information, please call (979) 849-0348. —SPJST—

Czech-American TV: a diligent effort Editor’s Note: Thanks to Vestnik reader Jerry Nekuda for sharing this article that originally appeared in the Chicago Newsletter. What began as a hobby for John Honner has turned into an intense effort to bridge the Czech-American community and showcase its culture and heritage. Honner, a 39-year-old Chicago resident, is the producer of the Czech-American TV show. The show airs on Channel 19 Comcast Cable Chicago western suburbs on Wednesdays from 7 p.m. Celebrating its fourth anniversary in May, the show spotlights Czech music, art, food, recipes, organizations and local and national festivals and social events. Honner cooperates with a handful of local TV cameramen in the Czech Republic and the many Czech cities to enlighten viewers with news reports and film footage of the scenic nation. The show also can be viewed worldwide via the Internet at www.catvusa.com. The Web site receives more than 90,000 visits a month. “It is a very popular Web site,” Honner said. Most of the show's dialogue is in English. “Many of our viewers are second- and third-generation Czechs who do not speak the native language anymore,” Honner said. “Czech-American TV is the first

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ty.” Honner works full time as an engineer for a local Veterans of Foreign Wars. But he spends about 40 hours a week, sometimes working in the wee hours of the morning, producing the television show. I spend a lot of time in front my home computer creating the graphics for the show and tracking events and doing interviews and putting everything together. It is a lot of work especially since the computer I am using is outdated,” Honner said. The show is recorded at various locations. “We are like a traveling circus, setting up a studio wherever we can. We even travel to other states to get footage,” said Honner, who will travel to Kansas and Nebraska in the spring to document the Czech Day celebrations there. Honner has hours of video footage he has gathered from the region that he has yet to air. His goal is to receive enough donations so he will be able to broadcast an hour each week or possibly twice a week. “America is all about dreams and opportunity. That’s why I love this country and believe the show will continue to grow,” Honner said. —SPJST—

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Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Post your upcoming fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is one week prior to the publication date of issue. Send your updates directly to: VESTNIK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX listings to: (254) 774-7447. Email listings to: melaniez@vvm.com. Advertising rates are $3 per column inch for lodge ads and $10 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at (800) 727-7578 or email melaniez@vvm.com. LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Monday of February, April, June, August, and October at 7 p.m. followed by a potluck meal. The Christmas party is on the first Sunday of December. The youth club meets on the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. For hall rental information, call (979) 966-3795. LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA Lodge meetings are held the first Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. at the PointBank Community Center, 739 E. Liberty Street, Pilot Point, Texas 76258. The Community Center is on the same parking lot as PointBank. For directions or information about meetings, Ms. Angie Heitzman (940) 437-5561; or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, October 19—Social night Saturday, October 20—Urban family reunion Sunday, October 21—Holacky family reunion Saturday, October 27—West High School Class of 1997 Reunion Friday, November 2—Social night Sunday, November 18—Lodge 6 Appreciation Party 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 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 23, MORAVIA Lodge meetings are the Tuesday after the second Sunday of March, June, and September at 7:30 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at 2 p.m. LODGE 24, CYCLONE Saturday, October 27—Private: invitation only Eugene and Dorothy Haisler 25th wedding anniversary. Saturday, November 3—Private wedding Saturday, November 10—Private wedding 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 25, ENNIS Sunday, October 21—Shower - Dining Room Sunday, October 28—Birthday party - Dining Room Saturday, November 3—Wedding Sunday, November 4—Youth club meeting Thursday, November 8—SPJST Meeting Saturday, November 10—Wedding

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

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) 593-2222. LODGE 17, NEW TABOR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. LODGE 18, ELGIN Lodge hall is located at 702 Highway 95 North, Elgin. Adult lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m.; youth club meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. unless otherwise stated. For all Lodge 18, Elgin hall rentals, please call Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534. For band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited.

LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Meetings are held at the Wharton County Library, 746 Clubside Drive in East Bernard. LODGE 29, TAYLOR Friday, October 19—The Lawmen Wednesday, October 24—Bobby Jay Five Band Friday, October 26—Edward Kopecky’s Czech Band The youth club meets the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the Taylor SPJST Hall. For youth club information, contact Youth Leader Cristy Girod (512) 281-4719. The adult meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the hall, followed by a covered dish meal and live music. On the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, there is live music by the Bobby Jay Five band from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Each Friday, the dances are from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Free admission. On Fridays, the Thrall 4-H makes delicious old-fashioned hamburgers from 6 to 9 p.m. On the first Wednesday of each month, senior citizens play dominoes beginning at 2 p.m. with a covered dish meal at 4:30 p.m. at the Taylor SPJST Hall. On the third Thursday of each month, men and women are invited to play bunco beginning at 6:30 p.m. with a light meal that is furnished. Players are asked to bring a dessert if they wish. For rental information, call (512) 352-9139. The hall is located at 5025 FM 619.

LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. LODGE 32, VICTORIA Lodge meetings are held at on the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Note: The youth club will meet now the second Thursday of each month before the adult meeting; the youth are encouraged and invited to stay for the adult meeting. For the November meeting, the youth club will meet the same day as the adult lodge from 4:30 6:30 p.m. For youth club information, call Youth Leader Henrietta Yates (361) 578-5543. LODGE 35, ELK Saturday, October 20—Heart of Texas Road Gang Saturday, October 27—Flat Rock Junction Saturday, November 3—Spivey’s Crossing Saturday, November 10—Heart of Texas Road Gang Saturday, November 17—Smokin Gun 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) 778-1450. For youth club information, call Youth Leader Binnie Roesler (979) 272-1216. LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Friday, Saturday/October 26, 27—Private rental Sunday, November 11—Meeting/Election of officers, Trustees, 2 p.m. 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, October 20—Keith’s Kountry Saturday, October 27—Private Friday, November 2—Private Saturday, November 3—Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Saturday, November 10—Private Saturday, November 17—Vrazels Saturday, November 24—Keith’s Country Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple on Highway 53. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Saturday night dance time is from 7 to 11 p.m. Hall opens at 6 p.m. Hall phone (254) 985-2548. For rentals, please contact Edwin Pechal (254) 9852282; or (254) 984-2255. Star Hall is a nonsmoking facility.

LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. Lodge 48, Beyersville holds ladies Bunco night on the second Tuesday of each month. A light meal is served at 6:30 p.m. followed by Bunco games then wrapping up with the distribution of prizes, and eating desserts. Hall is located at 10450 FM 619 - four miles southeast of Taylor. For hall rentals, please call Bonnie Wolf (512) 365-3733. LODGE 49, ROWENA Lodge meetings are on the first Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. LODGE 51, ELLINGER Lodge meetings are the third Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at the Ellinger Fire Department. LODGE 54, WEST Lodge meetings are the first Friday in March, June, and November and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. Please note: Youth club meetings are held at Lone Star Hall every second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. For information regarding hall rentals for weddings anniversaries, birthdays or reunions call (254) 826-5990 (night); or (254) 826-5343 (day). LODGE 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) 8548423. 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 Fellowship Day is held the third Tuesday of each month, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the lodge hall. Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the hall - 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. For band bookings, call Cherri Petr (214) 3524397; or Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514. For rentals, call Bessie Petr (214) 826-3557. LODGE 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371/shop; or (254) 773-6164/home. LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, October 20—Gary Henneke, big band music. *Dress Code. $11 p/p Saturday, October 27—No Dance 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

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VĚSTNÍK 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. 3-00-621-207741001. LODGE 89, ROSEBUD Lodge meetings are the third Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the third Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise announced. LODGE 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are quarterly. March and June meetings will be on the second Saturday of the month at the Crosby Community Center at 11 a.m. or as otherwise specified. September and December meetings will be held at a restaurant. LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Please note: Country/western and polka dances are now four hours.

Friday, October 19—Charles Nemec Orchestra Friday, October 26—Halloween Dance: Music by Charlie Patteson Saturday, November 3—St. George’s Annual Harvest Dance - Vinobrani: Music by Czech and Then Some Sunday, November 4—Randy and the 92nd Road House Band, 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, November 16—Roaring 20s Dance: Music by Ron Martin Sunday, November 18—Annual Country Western Charity Dance: Music by Randy and the 92nd Road House Band. Door prizes, snacks. 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 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.

fied. 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 nonsmoking facility. BYOB is back.

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 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 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. 1-741808390-7. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open.

LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY Lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m.

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 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 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September, and December at 6 p.m.

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 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) 4721721 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 97, PLACEDO Adult lodge meetings are held in March, June, September, and December. Youth club meetings are the first Sunday of every month at Casa Ole in Victoria Mall at 3 p.m., excluding months where they are quarterly adult lodge meetings. To verify the meeting, call Youth Leader Donna Vanek (361) 573-6771.

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

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

LODGE 106, LA GRANGE Lodge meetings are the first Tuesday of each month at the Subway Sandwich Shop at 109 South Jefferson Street (south of the red light at the 71 and 77 cross road) in La Grange, 7:30 p.m.

LODGE 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, November 3—Texas Roadrunners Saturday, December 1—Cool Water Band 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 noti-

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 Note: Lodge monthly meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at the lodge hall. Beginning November 2007, meetings will begin at 7 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) 255-1554 or (512) 771-4948. LODGE 189 BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Lodge meetings will be held on the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. Unless otherwise notified, lodge meetings are held in Charles Munday’s office, 2403 Cavitt, Bryan, Texas (behind the Bryan Kroger’s). LODGE 191, LUFKIN Business meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., at the lodge hall located at 197 Hughes Road. Regular dances are on the third Saturday night of each month from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. For lodge rentals, call Helen Boyd (936) 632-2849. For dance reservations, call Marilynn Page (936) 632-1124. LODGE 195, CLEBURNE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 7 p.m. LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month and begin with a potluck meal served at 2 p.m. Lodge provides the meat. Youth club meetings are held at 1 p.m. on the second Sunday. Activities are planned for ages kindergarten through high school senior. Hall address: 17810

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. LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT Lodge and youth club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Lone Star Banquet Hall, located at 1695 Morgan’s Point Road, Belton, Texas 76513. For information, call FAC David Nauert (254) 534-0809 or Youth Leader Bob Hagen (254) 780-3150. LODGE 247, SAN MARCOS Lodge meetings are held the first Sunday of each month for October, November, and December at 3 p.m. For location directions, call your agent; Art Lopez, Sr. (512) 787-3384; or Patricia Garcia (512) 787-5449. LODGE 251, PEARSALL Lodge 251 adult and youth club meetings are the second Saturday of each month, unless otherwise posted. LODGE 258, SEGUIN Meetings are held the fourth Sunday of each month. Meetings in May and November are held the third Sunday. Meetings begin at 3 p.m. with a social followed by the meeting at 4 p.m. Dinner is served after the meeting. The youth club meetings are on the same dates and begin at 3:15 p.m. Meetings are held at the Alumni Student Center, Conference Rooms A and B, on the Texas Lutheran Campus. Meetings in May and September will be in Starke Park in Seguin. Contact President Chester Jenke, Sr.; or Treasurer Colleen Jenke for more information (830) 303-4316. —SPJST—

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