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SPJST Sponsors First-Ever Czech Feszt in Temple ISSN —07458800

Celebration of Czech heritage.

Food.

Music.

Activities for all ages.

Friends. Fraternal fun.

Those elements combined created a successful first-ever Czech Feszt in Temple, Texas, on Saturday, November 3, 2007. More than 5,000 people attended the event held in downtown Temple at the Community Market and Santa Fe Depot grounds.

The event was a partnership between the City of Temple and the Czech Heritage Museum (formerly

the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum). The city’s Parks and Leisure Services Department hoped to create a fall festival to promote tourism in the area, while the Czech Heritage Museum hoped to raise awareness for Czech heritage and funding for the museum.

SPJST sponsored Czech Feszt and coordinated and conducted several of the activities.

The day kicked off at 10 a.m. with the Czech Feszt Pageant and Kolache Baking Contest. A Progressive 42

Judges sample entries in the Kolache Baking Contest at Czech Feszt on November 3 in Temple. Judges are, left to right, Margaret Mikeska of Lodge 24, Cyclone; Diane Troy of Lodge 87, Temple; and Dolores Skrabanek and Gladys Marek, both of Lodge 47, Seaton. See contest results on page 5.

Domino Tournament was held later in the Santa Fe Depot. The Pig Scramble began at 1 p.m.

Bands performing included Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six; Vrazels Polka Band; Texas Polka Authority; Harry Czarnek and the Texas Dutchmen; and The Bobby Flores Band.

The gazebo also featured cultural entertainment throughout the day including the SPJST District Two Beseda Dancers, St. Mary’s Czech Choir, and Dr. Michael Middleton, awardwinning accordionist.

Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS) set up displays and books, and members were available to assist with genealogical research throughout the day in the Santa Fe Depot.

A parade of Czech costumes was held at 3 p.m.

Vendors offered food and arts and crafts throughout the day.

The 2008 Czech Feszt is planned for Saturday, October 18 in downtown Temple.

Contest results and photos appear on pages 4 and 5.

Stay tuned to next week’s Vestnik for more photos from the event.

—SPJST—

~ Inside This Week’s Vestnik ~ Lodge 49 Makes a Difference

Lodge 87 celebrates Czech heritage Page 12

Page 10 Lodge 88 couple celebrates 65 years Page 13

Lodge 246 Makes a Difference Page 16

Family Fun Dates ...............3 Interest Rates .....................3 Premium Refund Info.........3 Sales Agents Seminars .....6 100 Pennies Update...........6 District Activities ...............7 Lodge Section ....................7 Youth .................................17 In Memoriam.....................19 Czech Culture...................20 Activities Calendar...........22

Czech Feszt Pageant judges, left to right, Kathy Podsednik of Lodge 54, West; 2006-2007 Miss CzechSlovak USA Sarah Middlebrook of West; and 2007 Miss Texas Czech-Slovak Marianne Beran of Caldwell are pictured in their krojs.

New historical novel tells story of intrepid Czech-Moravian immigrants to Texas

Mary Frances Chupick Bennett pens “From European Tyranny to Freedom to Civic War”

In her new historical novel, “Invitation to Cat Spring: From European Tyranny to Freedom to Civil War” (published

by Author House), Lodge 164, Rio Hondo member Mary Frances Chupick Bennett tells the largely unknown story of the intrepid Czech-Moravian people who left their ancestral home amid the turmoil of the midnineteenth century only to arrive in an equally tumultuous Texas on the brink of civil war.

Of Czech-Moravian heritage herself, Bennett draws on written and oral stories, doc- Mary Frances Chupick Bennett of Lodge 164, Rio Hondo uments, legends, traditions, and customs to craft this inspiring story, which has been praised by reviewers: (Please see Invitation on page 21.)

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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, FICF 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, CFFM 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

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Czech Feszt Success

ny time we plan a first-ever event, we are never sure what is going to happen. Will everything turn out okay? What did we forget to do? What did we not even think about doing? But, above and beyond all those detail questions, is the most worrisome question: Will anyone show up?

I think all of us on the Czech Feszt Committee worried about the attendance at one point or another during the past five months of planning. Our minds were certainly at ease when the day arrived, and there were people—lots of people— everywhere. It was so amazing.

Approximately 5,000 to 7,500 people attended the first-ever Czech Feszt. SPJST was the big sponsor, and many Home Office personnel and lodge members proudly assisted during the day.

Thank you to all of our members who attended. Thanks, too, to all of those who participated in the SPJSTsponsored events at Czech Feszt.

Those included the Progressive 42 Domino Tournament, Pig Scramble, Kolache Baking Contest, Mr. and Miss Czech Feszt Pageant, and Parade of Czech Costumes. So many people told me that they saw the Czech Feszt promotions in the Vestnik. That’s great. Stay tuned to more Vestniks for lots more photos from this exciting event. And, make plans for next year—Saturday, October 18, 2008. Believe it or not, we are already in the planning stages for another awesome event!

Mental Challenge!

Thanks to all who inquired about the mental challenge in last week’s Vestnik: There is a bus with 7 girls.

Each girl carries 7 bags. Inside each bag there are 7 cats. Every cat has 7 kittens. All cats have 4 legs

each. Question: How many legs are in the bus?

Answer: Number of cats with one girl is 392. Number of cats with 7 girls is 2,744. Total legs of cats is 10,976. Grand total (with 14 legs of 7 girls) and the answer is 10,990.

Congratulations to everyone who came up with that answer. Wasn’t that fun!

Let’s Say Thanks From District Two Fraternal Activities Coordinator and Fraternal Department Assistant Ruth Hanusch: Here is a Web site to send a card to our troops: www.letssaythanks.com It’s a neat site that allows you to pick a card and send a message to our troops. Thanks, Ruth, for sharing.

Christmas Card List From Carole Faraizl of Lodge 84, Dallas and Education and Nature Center Consultant Sherrie Kubala Watkins of Lodge 92, Fort Worth: When you are making out your Christmas card list this year, or just anytime, please include the following: A Recovering American Soldier c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center 6900 Georgia Avenue NW Washington, D.C. 20307-5001 Correction In the October 31, 2007, Vestnik on page 6, Everett Kaminsky was misspelled.

Early Vestnik Deadline The deadline for the November 28 Vestnik will be Tuesday, November 20 at 12 noon.

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 November 15 Lodge 80, Holland/American Legion Post 526 25th Anniversary Bingo Celebration (2) November 17 SPJST Float • Christmas in God’s Country, Hondo (7) Nov. 17-18 District Seven Lock-In November 17 Lodge 191, Lufkin President’s Ball (5) November 18 District Four Fall Meeting • Cobb Park, Abilene November 18 Lodge 6, Cottonwood Appreciation Party (3) November 18 Lodge 133, San Antonio Thanksgiving Luncheon (7) November 20 Vestnik Deadline • 12 Noon November 22 Thanksgiving Day • SPJST Home Office Closed November 23 Thanksgiving Holiday • SPJST Home Office Closed November 23 SPJST Float • Fort Worth Christmas Parade (3) November 24 SPJST Float • Hallettsville Christmas Parade (6) November 27 SPJST Float • Alice Christmas Parade (7) November 29 SPJST Float • Seguin Christmas Parade (7) November 30 District Two Lock-In • Lodge 48, Beyersville November 30 Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club Christmas Party Gatti Town (1) December 1 SPJST Float • Georgetown Christmas Parade (2) December 1 SPJST Float • Elgin Christmas Parade (2) December 1 SPJST Float • Burleson Christmas Parade (3) December 1 Lodge 1, Fayetteville Christmas Dance (1) December 1 Lodge 26, Skidmore Christmas Party Shorty’s Restaurant, Beeville (7) December 1 Lodge 91, Crosby Christmas Party China Ko in Crosby (5) December 2 SPJST Float • Bryan Christmas Parade (1) December 2 Lodge 1, Fayetteville Christmas Party (1) December 2 Lodge 6, Cottonwood Christmas Party/Meeting (3) December 2 Lodge 9, Snook Christmas Party (1) December 2 Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club Memorial Service (1) December 2 Lodge 47, Seaton Christmas Party (2) December 2 Lodge 66, Waco Christmas Party (3) December 2 Lodge 169, Brenham Annual Christmas Dinner Bilski Camp House (1) December 3 SPJST Home Office Holiday Open House December 3 SPJST Float • Temple Christmas Parade (2) December 4 SPJST Float • Bay City Christmas Parade (6) December 5 Lodge 32, Victoria Christmas Dinner/Social (6) December 6 SPJST Float • El Campo Christmas Parade (6) December 7 Lodge 8, Weimar Christmas Party Schulenburg Community Center (6) December 7 Lodge 48, Beyersville Christmas Party (2) December 7 Lodge 51, Ellinger Christmas Stew Meal (1) December 8 SPJST Float • Arlington Christmas Parade (3) December 8 SPJST Float • Killeen Christmas Parade (2) December 8 Lodge 204, Stephenville Christmas Party Koffee Kup Restaurant (3) December 9 Lodge 4, Hallettsville Christmas Party American Legion Hall, Hallettsville (6) December 9 Lodge 18, Elgin Christmas Dance (2) December 9 Lodge 30, Taiton Christmas Party (6) December 9 Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Christmas Party (6) December 9 Lodge 202, Jourdanton Christmas Party (7) December 9 Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Christmas Party Cotton Patch Cafe, Temple Mall (2) December 10 Lodge 24, Cyclone Christmas Party/Potluck Dinner (2) December 11 Lodge 141, Sealy Christmas Meeting Nancy’s Steakhouse (1)

From the Supreme Lodge

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Premium Refunds Discontinued Over the course of the past 10 months, many SPJST certificate holders received a letter informing them that the SPJST had discontinued premium refunds on a certain block of life insurance certificates. As a result of these actions, the Supreme Lodge received notice recently from its actuary that the block of business which had been in question no longer represented a long-term liability concern for the SPJST. At the 1968 Convention, delegates responded to the Society’s strong cash position by authorizing the Supreme Lodge to refund a portion of the surplus back to the members. This was done in the form of a premium refund program. The refunds were to be issued in cash. Then, in 1986, the refund could be used to purchase additional paid-up insurance. The premium refund was issued to that block of business which had been written prior to 1968, and it continued to those certificates written as late as the mid-1980s.

These insurance certificates — when they were written — were not designed nor were they priced to pay dividends. The action that was taken by the 1968 Convention was justified as an expression of appreciation from the Society to its members for their years of devotion.

For the next 38 years, the premium refund program was allowed to continue. Over that time period, approximately $18 million in premium refunds and/or paid-up insurance were issued by the Supreme Lodge.

In October 2006, the SPJST Supreme Lodge was advised by its actuary that the Supreme Lodge needed to discontinue the premium refund program for the simple reason that the practice could no longer be financially justi-

fied simply on the basis of goodwill extended by the Supreme Lodge to its members.

As previously stated, when these older certificates were issued, they were not priced to pay a dividend.

Looking back, hindsight is 20/20.

Indeed, it would have been better in 1968 to have issued the premium refunds and/or paid up additions for a defined period of time; however, that was not done and an open-ended program as was established and permitted to go on for 38 years.

From an actuarial standpoint, every life insurance product that the SPJST issues — whether it be term or whole life — each certificate is designed and priced to stand upon its own merits.

An amount is priced into the sale of each certificate to account for the Society’s operating expenses, including fraternal programming.

In December 2007, the final letters will go out to members informing them of the discontinuation of the premium refund program. In every case, its important for holders of these older certificates to know that this change in procedure does not effect their life insurance certificate’s face value.

Indeed, as many who have contacted the SPJST Home Office on this matter have learned, the paid-up additions that they have been receiving over the past 38 years have added significantly to the face value of their coverage.

Thanks to our generations of members who were affected by this recent correction in company policy. Your continued commitment and dedication to the SPJST is greatly appreciated. If you have any questions relating to this matter or its resolution, please do not hesitate to call the SPJST Home Office.

We look forward to serving you!

—SPJST—

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 4.75% for Annualized* Annuity IV 4.75% for Annualized* * Rates effective 11/01/07 through 1/31/08.

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 4.75% for Annualized*

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

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

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Czech Feszt • Saturday, November 3, 2007 • Temple, Texas

From the Supreme Lodge President Dear Brothers and Sisters, Wow. That was fun!

Thanks to everyone — from the event coordinators, lodges, youth clubs, vendors and volunteers to the more than 5,000 men, women, boys and girls — who joined together on Saturday, November 3 to make Temple’s premier Czech Feszt a success. Temple’s Community Market and the adjacent Santa Fe Gardens provided an enjoyable backdrop for last Saturday’s daylong cultural celebration.

Special thanks to the City of Temple for being the driving force in establishing the Czech Feszt and to Festival Co-Chairs Anna Foster of Temple Parks and Leisure Services and Sandi Wicker of the Czech Heritage Museum. SPJST is honored to have been an inaugural partner in this project. We applaud the efforts taken by the City of Temple and the Czech Heritage Museum to enhance,

preseve and encourage a greater awareness of Czech history and culture.

Temple and the surrounding area has an extraordinarily rich history filled with many interesting people, places and events. Our heritage is our legacy from the past. It’s what we learn from; it’s what we live with and it’s what we hope to pass on to future generations. Events like last Saturday’s Czech Feszt enable us to celebrate our cultural diversity while they bring us together as a community.

Again, thanks to everyone for a job well done! We look forward to a long and beneficial relationship with the City of Temple and Czech Heritage Museum in producing many happy celebrations to come.

Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—

From the Czech Heritage Museum

Words cannot express my appreciation for the City of Temple Parks and Recreation Department and its desire to honor the Czech heritage and customs with Czech Feszt. We are blessed with a large Czech population in Bell County, and this event was a wonderful way to highlight some of the traditions of the people who mean so much to the history of Texas.

Anna Foster, Events Coordinator for the City of Temple, was great to work with in establishing Czech Feszt as a Temple tradition, and Michael Morris did an exceptional job of lining up entertainment for the event.

We had a committee that has worked hard for several months to conceptualize a festival with “home-town” appeal and to offer good old-fashioned activities that were reminiscent of activities enjoyed by Czech communities for years. I also have to thank the many, many people who volunteered their time to help make

this event such a success and all of the vendors who had faith in us that they would be successful at our “party.”

We were blessed to not only have the City of Temple support this effort, but for SPJST to be a major sponsor and for many of its employees to volunteer hundreds of hours to make it special and fun. We could not have had a pig scramble, Mr. and Miss Czech Feszt pageant, Progressive 42 tournament, or a kolache bake-off without them. Also, the Texas Czech Genealogical Society was on hand to help many people with Czech roots with their genealogical research.

Dignitaries from all over the state came to participate. And, God blessed us with a perfect day.

Mark October 18, 2008, on your calendar for the next Czech Feszt.

You will be glad that you did!

Sandi Wicker CHM Executive Director —SPJST—

See next week’s Vestnik for more Czech Feszt pictures and names of Czech Feszt Pageant participants.

Czech Feszt 2007 Progressive 42 Domino Tournament Winners

Congratulations to the 2007 Czech Feszt Progressive 42 Tournament winners. Front, left to right, are first place - Bobby Wuensche of Lodge 48, Beyersville; second place - David Robert of Fredericksburg; third place - Robert Raesz of Lodge 29, Taylor; and fourth place - Otis Meier of Lodge 47, Seaton. Pictured in back are tournament organizers, left to right, Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez, Fraternal Department Assistant Ruth Hanusch, and State FAC Chester Jenke. The tournament was sponsored by SPJST.

Czech Feszt 2007 Pageant Winners

Congratulations to the 2007 Czech Feszt Pageant winners. Pictured are, front, left to right, Little Mr. Czech Feszt Colton Regan of Lodge 47, Seaton; Tiny Miss Czech Feszt Renee Gagliano of Copperas Cove; and Little Miss Czech Feszt Bayley Fulton of Lodge 47, Seaton. BACK: Miss Czech Feszt Crystal Morris of Lodge 47, Seaton; Junior Miss Czech Feszt Mary Hinze of Temple; Teen Miss Czech Feszt Julia Tucker of Lodge 6, Cottonwood; and Mr. Czech Feszt Bobby Hagen of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point. Not pictured is Junior Mr. Czech Feszt Sam Vanicek of Lodge 24, Cyclone. The pageant was sponsored by SPJST.

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Czech Feszt 2007 Pig Scramble Winners

Congratulations to winners of the Pig Scramble. Several are pictured above with State Youth Director John Hoelscher and City of Temple Parks and Recreation Marketing Coordinator Anna Foster.

Czech Feszt 2007 Kolache Baking Contest Winners

Winners were Alec Rafferty (ages 6 to 8); Travis Lock (ages 9 to 11); Tevin Morrison (ages 12 to 14); and Ian Whitney (ages 15 to adult).

The Pig Scramble was coordinated by SPJST. Professional Grand Champion Linda Sulak (6) Professional Reserve Grand Champion Carol Davis Non-Professional Grand Champion Tammy Whatley (29) Non-Professional Reserve Grand Champion Ruth Olis Hollas (177) Youth Grand Champion Kaitlyn Whatley (29) Youth Reserve Grand Champion Brianna Puntch Professional Cheese 1st Place - Linda Sulak (6) 2nd Place - Carol Davis

Like mother, like daughter! Congratulations to Non-Professional Grand Champion Tammy Whatley and Youth Grand Champion Kaitlyn Whatley, both of Lodge 29, Taylor. The contest was sponsored by SPJST.

Congratulations to Kolache Baking Contest winners. Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek presented the awards. Pictured are, left to right, Professional Grand Champion Linda Sulak of Lodge 6,

Professional Fruit 1st Place - Linda Sulak (6) 2nd Place - Carol Davis Professional Poppyseed 1st Place - Carol Davis 2nd Place - Linda Sulak

Non-Professional Cheese 1st Place - Tammy Whatley (29) 2nd Place - Bernice Hutka (177) 3rd Place - Ruth Olis Hollas (177) Non-Professional Fruit 1st Place - Ruth Olis Hollas (177) 2nd Place - Frankie Muehlstein 3rd Place - Tammy Whatley (29) Non-Professional Poppyseed 1st Place - Frankie Muehlstein 2nd Place - Ruth Olis Hollas (177) 3rd Place - Tammy Whatley (29) Youth Cheese 1st Place - Kaitlyn Whatley (29) 2nd Place - Julia Tucker (6) 3rd Place - Brianna Puntch Youth Fruit 1st Place - Kaitlyn Whatley (29) 2nd Place - Brianna Puntch Youth Poppyseed 1st Place - Kaitlyn Whatley (29) —SPJST—

Cottonwood; Professional Reserve Grand Champion Carol Davis; NonProfessional Reserve Grand Champion Ruth Olis Hollas of Lodge 177, Academy; and Youth Reserve Grand Champion Brianna Puntch.

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SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Donors’ List SPJST’s 100 Pennies Scholarship

Fund Drive for 2007-2008 officially kicked off on October 1. There have been 153 donations made to date and total $2,286.07. SPJST Memorial donations to date are $1,606. Thank you for your generous donations to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. Because of your generosity, many SPJST members will be able to attend or continue with higher learning.

The 2007-2008 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive goal is $20,000.

Guidelines for Giving 1. Donations made by lodges out of lodge funds will be listed as a lodge donation.

2. Collected donations from a lodge meeting will be listed individually by member’s last name in alphabetical order. Individuals submitting a donation will also be listed by member’s last name alphabetically.

3. Gifts of $50 or more will be printed in bold.

4. Families or groups, which desire names, listed under a particular last name or group name should indicate this on the donation form or letter, otherwise, the names will be listed as individual donations by last name in alphabetical order.

5. 100 pennies donations made as a memorial will be listed under memorial donations in a separate listing.

6. Please print donor’s name(s) clearly.

If you have any questions or comments regarding this program, please contact the State Fraternal Activities Coordinator’s Office at (800) 7277578.

Thanks again to all of the donors in this year’s drive. Your contributions are certainly appreciated. Donors are listed by lodge, district, last name, and first name.

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Valis, Lillie Vanicek, Sam Vanicek, Stephanie Veselka, Eugene and Henrietta Voigt, Connie Voigt, Wayne Vrabel, Ronald and Melissa T. Waddle, Bill Wallace, Eric Wells, Debra A. Whatley, Tammy —SPJST—

From the Supreme Lodge Vice President

SPJST Agents’ Fourth Quarter 2007 Sales Seminars All agents are asked to attend at least one seminar during this quarter.

Please bring your ratebooks and laptops.

District One Wednesday, November 14 - 6 p.m.

Sirloin Stockade 1420 South Colorado, Lockhart District Two Thursday, November 15 - 6 p.m.

Lodge 29, Taylor District Four Tuesday, November 20 - 6:30 p.m.

Logan’s Roadhouse 1701 Call Field Road, Wichita Falls Tuesday, November 27 - 6:30 p.m.

La Quinta in Lubbock 4115 Brownfield Highway Thursday, November 29 - 6:30 p.m.

La Quinta in Midland 2606 North Loop 250 West

District Five Tuesday, November 27 - 6 p.m.

Lodge 88, Houston Wednesday, November 28 - 6 p.m.

Lodge 172, Pasadena Thursday, November 29 - 6 p.m.

Lodge 81, Needville District Seven Thursday, November 15 - 6 p.m.

Floresville Flower Shop 1100 Hospital Boulevard, Floresville Monday, November 26 - 6 p.m.

La Quinta in Laredo 7220 Bob Bullock Loop

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District News

District Four Family Fun Day and Membership Rally Agenda Sunday, November 18, 2007 Hosted by Lodge 229, Abilene 2302 State Street • Abilene

10 to 11:30 a.m.

Registration for Contests and Door Prizes Complimentary refreshments provided by Lodge 229, Abilene 11:30 a.m. to 12 Noon Call to Order ................................................Ed Blankenship, District President Posting of Colors/Pledge of Allegiance .................Reed Williams, Flag Bearer Welcome ...................................................Janice Stevens, Lodge 229 President Response.....................................................................................Ed Blankenship Introduction of Guests ..............................Sylvia Rollwitz, First Vice President Roll Call of Officers and Lodges ...........................Beverly Teplicek, Secretary Supreme Lodge Report ..........................Jerry Mikulas, SL Financial Secretary District Director Report.................................................Billy Rollwitz, Director Announcements 12:30 p.m.

Social and Dinner 1:30 p.m.

Children and Adult Games Begin

SPJST Lo dge Se c t ion Lodge 1 Fayetteville plans Christmas party Vesele vanoce a stasny novy rok!

Merry Christmas and happy new year! Celebrate the Christmas holidays—SPJST style.

Dance on Saturday, December 1 SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville presents the Tim Hall Band on Saturday night, December 1, 2007, from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight. Admission is $5 per person. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m.

You’re invited to come on out to experience country and western dancing at its finest. The dance will be held in conjunction with Country Christmas Weekend on the square.

Adult beverages will be available by donation only! Proceeds will benefit the Fayetteville Community Baseball Field.

3 p.m.

Contest and Game Winners Announced —SPJST—

Attention, Please!

Early Deadline for the November 28 Vestnik is Tuesday, November 20 at 12 noon

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

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

Email: melaniez@vvm.com Questions?

Call (800) 727-7578

Party on Sunday, December 2 The Lodge 1, Fayetteville Christmas party is Sunday, December 2 at 12 noon at the hall. Turkey stew will be provided by the lodge. The lodge meeting will follow the meal.

Members are asked to please provide an appetizer or dessert and a new toy for underprivileged children or canned goods for the needy.

Caring and sharing—that’s what Christmas and SPJST are all about!

—SPJST—

Lodge 41, Port Lavaca Welcomes New Sales Agent

November is . . . turkey, pumpkins, blooming peach trees!

District Two Director Bobby Wuensche of Taylor, Texas, shares this photo of a blooming peach tree. “I was walking by my peach tree and noticed that it was blooming in November,” he says.

Lodge 41, Port Lavaca members welcomed new sales agent Eloy Rivera at the October 30, 2007, meeting. Pictured are, left to right, District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom, District Six State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, Sales Agent Eloy Rivera, and Lodge 41 President/Sales Agent Franklin Jurek.

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Lodge 17 New Tabor sets Dec. 2 memorial service Dear Readers, The November meeting of Lodge 17, New Tabor was called to order by President Randy Gaas. Lisa Blum led members in the Pledge of Allegiance.

Stanley Mrnustik read the resolution of sympathy for Johnnie Stefka. Vice President Hildebrand secured signatures of all members present.

Secretary Ben Trcalek read the minutes from the previous meeting.

With no corrections, the minutes stood approved as read. There was no treasurer’s report at this time.

Under new business, we discussed the approaching memorial service.

The service will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 2. We will be remembering fellow members who have passed away this year. A catered meal of turkey and dressing will be served. It was agreed to provide fruit

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again this year to the nursing home.

Susan Skrabanek gave the hall report. Mabry Dowell reported on the youth program.

FAC Holly Narro reported on upcoming events. A motion was made

by Sister Narro, seconded by Brother Hildebrand, to donate $125 to the youth club to help defray expenses for its Christmas party.

Delegates Elected We also elected officers and delegates for the new year. They are: President Randy Gaas Vice President Wilfred Hildebrand Secretary Ben F. Trcalek, Jr. Treasurer Stanley Mrnustik Reporter Lisa Blum FAC Holly Narro Youth Leader Mabry Dowell Assistant Youth Leaders Randy Gaas and Holly Narro Convention Delegates Randy Gaas, Ben Trcalek Stanley Mrnustik, Susan Skrabanek Evelyn Henry

Alternate Delegates Holly Narro, Martha Trcalek Wilfred Hildebrand Next Meeting—December 2 Please note the change of time for next month’s meeting. Our next meeting will be at 4:30 p.m. on December 2.

With no further business, the meeting was adjourned.

Respectfully submitted, Lisa Blum, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 18, Elgin members discuss motorcycle school President Ray Nelson opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and silent prayer for all members and Armed Forces. Roll call had Teresa Anderson and Joyce Nelson absent; they will be late.

Shirlene Matetzschk read the min-

utes; they were approved as read.

Irene Vrabel gave the FAC report.

The upcoming Czech Feszt will be in Temple on November 3. We hope this will be the beginning of many more.

Gladys Mogonye gave the ticket report. Irene Helgren gave the house report. Irene reminded us that it is time to think about decorating for the holidays. She welcomes any ideas.

Our hall always gets many compliments on the decorations. We want this year to be no exception.

Evelyn Gustafson sent a get well card to Donnie Cannon. She sent a sympathy card to Artie Monson.

Johnny Vrabel gave the trustee report.

Charles Wilson gave the bar report. A new year is fast approaching, and we need to recruit more help.

Teresa Anderson gave the treasurer’s report.

Joyce Nelson reported that the youth will have a garage sale.

There will be a Business Expo on November 15 at the Elgin High School. We will try to have a booth to promote the SPJST.

Lodge 48, Beyersville Hosts Successful Progressive 42 Tournament The Lodge 48, Beyersville Annual Progressive 42 Domino Tournament was held at the lodge hall on October 20, 2007. There were 48 players competing for top honors. The contestants were welcomed with new tables with Formica tops that were made by District Two Director Bobby Wuensche.

Dragging his heels was last year’s winner John Wuensche. He held on very tightly to the traveling trophy. I think that a tear may have fallen, but words of encouragement were heard by all when Brother Wuensche vowed to take it back home again.

Play began promptly at 9:15 a.m.

Sister Colleen Jenke helped Director Wuensche with tabulations and other paperwork duties. After four rounds of play, a short intermission was enjoyed where everyone had an opportunity to sample some great desserts that were donated by the attendees. Another four rounds were battled before a break for the noon meal. The traditional feast of turkey and dressing, ham, sweet potatoes, green beans, cranberry sauce, and rolls had the savory aroma filling the entire hall. The meal was prepared by Carol’s of Thorndale.

Helping in the kitchen was the tireless team of Doris Wiesner, Donna Mahac, Alice Wuensche, Ruth Ann Wuensche, and Denisse Wuensche.

Thanks so very much to these ladies

many leaders—but they all knew only one of them could be tops. Finally, the last three rounds began.

Around 3:30 p.m., we were finished playing. Then, the anticipation of the finality of the day was drawing near. At the end of 15 rounds, four people knew that they were taking home a Congratulations to the winners: left to right, sec- trophy. ond place - Jimmy Turek; first place - Demetra To help make the Schiller; and third place - John Wuensche. Not time fly while we pictured is fourth place - Virgil Klaus. were awaiting the news, Director who spent their whole day washing Wuensche drew names for door prizes. dishes, preparing tea and coffee, and He let us know that the last person making sure that everyone had plenty drawn would be the lucky winner of a to eat and drink. beautiful backpack. I guess that would Members and guests bringing come in handy especially if the person desserts were Ann Kunze, Jerry Turek, won one of the top four places.

Aleen Jaecks, Helen Raesz, Linda Finally, the last name was drawn, and Wuensche, Margie Faltesek, Denisse Eugene Pokorny was the winner. He Wuensche, Doris Wiesner, Donna was very excited about his new backMahac, Frank Klinkovsky, Alice pack. Eugene is an avid bicyclist and Wuensche, Dorothy Markert Demetra the backpack will be useful.

Schiller, and Ruth Ann Wuensche.

After the noon meal, play began Winners again. After four grueling rounds of Drum roll please . . . After all the non-stop play, the field was narrow- games were added up (11 games won ing, and another intermission was by four people), the points had to be held. By now, there was a grudge added up to break the four-way tie, match in the making. There were and the winners were:

1st place—Demetra Schiller (132 points) 2nd place—Jimmy Turek (131 points) 3rd place—John Wuensche (129 points) 4th place—Virgil Klaus (106 points) They are all members of Lodge 48, Beyersville. Demetra was reminded that should she not be able to fill the stringent rules of remaining champion (no bad publicity for spitting in public, appearing in well-known magazines, taking candy from babies, etc.!), that first prize would have to go to resident bachelor Jimmy Turek.

Although John could not take the traveling trophy home, he did get a trophy. Jimmy is also a repeat winner and way to go girlfriend Demetra.

She showed the guys how to really play dominoes, and she has such a gentle spirit, too. Congrats to all of the winners. I think that everyone had tons of fun. The Longhorns won, so all in all, it was one happy day.

We had the pleasure of having our friends from Ennis, Texas, join us. We hope that Ronnie and Jim had a safe trip back home. We also had Lodge 18, Elgin members Aleen Jaecks and Evelyn Gustafson join us. We had so many of our regulars that it is hard to name them all, but we are so glad that you all support us every year. We hope to see you again at next year’s tournament.

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Happy birthday to Irene Helgren, Glenward Matetzschk, Teresa Anderson, and Gladys Mogonye.

Happy anniversary to Oscar and Irene Helgren, Dud and Melba Morris, and Teresa and Charles Anderson and September anniversary to Diane and Donnie Cannon. Many more to all.

November is election time; here is

your chance to elect the officers of your choice. Your input is always welcome.

We grow old as soon as we cease to love and trust.

Irene Vrabel, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 26 Skidmore meets December 1 Lodge 26, Skidmore will have its Christmas party on Saturday, December 1, 2007, at 11:30 a.m. at Shorty’s Restaurant, located at 702 South Washington Street in Beeville, Texas. All members are urged to attend as officers will also be elected at this meeting.

Fraternally, Mary Denkeler, President —SPJST—

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Lodge 30, Taiton plans road clean-up Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 30, Taiton held its regular monthly meeting on September 9, 2007. The meeting was called to order by President Rosann Zalman at 1:40 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by the members present, and a moment of silence was observed for our sick and departed members.

Secretary Wanda Dorotik then called the roll call of officers and members. She read the minutes from the August 19 meeting, and they were approved as read.

Lodge 48, Beyersville Hosts Successful Progressive 42 Tournament

LEFT PHOTO: Colleen Jenke and District Two Director Bobby Wuensche tabulate scores. PHOTO 2: Jimmy Turek, Aleen Jaecks, Demetra Schiller, and Viola Niemschk. PHOTO 3: Virgil Klaus,

Robert Raesz, Gilbert Shiller, and Karl Wuensche. RIGHT PHOTO: Norris Schroeder, Frances Tallas, Raymond Raesz, and Andy Blaschke.

LEFT PHOTO: Ronny Honza, Ruby Schroeder, and John Wuensche.

PHOTO 2: Jerry Turek, Frank Klinkovsky, and Ruby Roznovak. PHOTO

3: Linda Wuensche, Mildred Horak, and Robert Leshikar.

PHOTO: Margie Faltesek, Nita Horn, and Curtis Schernik.

LEFT PHOTO: Thanks to the kitchen help: Denisse Wuensche, Ruth Ann Wuensche, and Donna Mazoch. CENTER PHOTO: Anne Kunze

and Dorothy Markert. RIGHT PHOTO: Katherine Holubec, Ms. Klaus, John Valis, and Jim Hollahan.

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Treasurer Lisa Bubela then gave her report on the financial standing of the lodge. She asked for and received a motion to pay all outstanding bills.

FAC Wanda Dorotik read all communications from the SPJST Home Office informing the members about all activities occurring around the state. She also read a list of the new members for our lodge. We were made aware of the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive being kicked off on October 1, and we were reminded how the scholarship foundation works. She gave the name of our deceased member to the Resolution Committee.

Old business discussed was that we will clean our adopted road area on Sunday, September 16. We are to meet at Taiton Community Center at 5 p.m. We will hold our District Six Fall Meeting on October 14 at Eagles Hall in Bay City. We are asked to each bring a dozen kolaches for our lodge prize drawing table. You may also bring a door prize, items for the wheel-of- fortune. There will be a kolache contest for the adult members. Do not forget the Christmas Ornament Contest for the youth members.

New business discussed was that we were asked to once again help with the cake walk booth at the Taiton Fall Festival. We ask that you bring a dozen kolaches to the Taiton Fall Festival on October 7 to use in the cake walk. We are using kolaches in order to show our Czech heritage.

There were no birthdays or anniversaries for the month of September. We would like to wish all grandparents a happy Grandparents Day. The meeting was adjourned at 2 p.m. by President Rosann Zalman.

Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer, Reporter —SPJST—

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members. She read the minutes from the September 9 meeting, and they were approved as read.

Treasurer Lisa Bubela gave her report on the financial standing of the lodge. She asked for and received a motion to pay all outstanding bills.

FAC Wanda Dorotik read all communications from the SPJST Home Office informing the members about all activities occurring around the state. She also read a list of the new members for our lodge. We then discussed the upcoming convention in 2008. More details will be given in the future.

State Field Representative Karen Kaspar gave a report on Texas Fraternal Congress. Danielle Zalman performed her dance routine from

State Youth Achievement Day. She also entered her picture from YAD and was awarded second place in photography. Our scrapbook received third place. Congratulations to all.

The resolution committee reported having submitted the obituary on Betty Juranek to the Vestnik.

Old business discussed was that we met to clean our adopted road area on Sunday, September 16. Thank you to all who were able to assist. We will have our District Six Fall Meeting on October 14 at Eagles Hall in Bay City.

We are asked to each bring a dozen kolaches for our lodge prize drawing table. You may also bring a door prize and items for the wheel-of-fortune.

There will be a kolache contest for the adult members. Do not forget the

Christmas Ornament Contest for the youth members.

The birthdays for October were Kenna Bubela and Marjorie Treumer.

Happy birthday to both, and we hope they have many more to come.

Our next meeting will be held on November 4 with the adult meeting beginning at 1 p.m. and the youth following at 2 p.m.

The meeting was adjourned at 9:40 a.m. by President Rosann Zalman.

Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena Members Make a Difference in Runnels County Make a Difference Day—Wow! Did it ever!

SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena collected tote bags, backpacks, toys, and toiletries for the abused families and children of Runnels County. We believe this project has made a difference in the lives of everyone involved— donors as well as recipients.

The staff at the Family and Child Protective Services

was excited by the many items received. Staff members stated that the items will all be used and are very much appreciated.

Thank you to lodge members and everyone in the community and surrounding area. You are terrific! Lodge 49, Rowena officers were overwhelmed by your response.

—SPJST—

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 49, Rowena members Laura Pospichal, Eddie Mae Huebner, Lula Marecek, and Jackie Pospichal pack small bags of toiletries.

RIGHT PHOTO: Laura Pospichal, Sylvia Rollwitz, and Beverly Teplicek display the bags of toiletries for the Make a Difference Day project.

LEFT PHOTO: Laura Pospichal, Jackie Pospichal, Lula Marecek, Beverly Teplicek, and Eddie Mae Huebner are pictured with the backpacks, tote bags, etc. that were so generously donated by lodge members and the community. RIGHT PHOTO: Sylvia

Rollwitz, Jackie Pospichal, Pam Teplicek, Lula Marecek, Beverly Teplicek, and Laura Pospichal present the backpacks, tote bags, toiletries, and toys to Paul Thorp, far left, of the Children’s Protective Services of Runnels County.

Lodge 30, Taiton posts October meeting minutes Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 30, Taiton held its regular monthly meeting on October 7, 2007.

The meeting was called to order by President Rosann Zalman at 9:20 a.m.

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by the members present, and a moment of silence was observed for our sick and departed members.

Secretary Wanda Dorotik then called the roll call of officers and

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Lodge 66, Waco welcomes new members The meeting was called to order

by President John Engelke on Sunday, October 21, 2007, at 2:30 p.m. at Linden Hall in Elm Mott with all officers present. There were 25 members and eight guests—Edward Vorderkunz, Nora Lee Zavodny, District Three State Field Representative Johnny Wiseman, Diane Wiseman, Erica Solas, Javier Jardon, William Ebert, and Robin Ebert.

The youth presented the flag and led the Pledge of Allegiance and motto.

Members stood for a moment of silent prayer for deceased member, Naomi Talbert.

Secretary Sister Dana McAdams read the minutes of the September 16 meeting, and they were approved as read.

Sister Dana McAdams read correspondence from Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Lanita Anglin needing to update records of officers and members. She also read correspondence from Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas concerning the 2008 convention. We will have 1,321 votes, nine delegates, and nine substitute delegates. Delegates will be selected at the November 18 meeting.

President Engelke read a thank you note from Robert Pavelka thanking the lodge for the Lifetime Achiever award plaque. He also read a note that Mayor Virginia Dupuy from the City of Waco proclaimed October 2007 as Czech Heritage Month for the City of Waco.

President Engelke also read a proclamation for October 2007 from

Supreme Lodge Officers Lanita Anglin and Brian Vanicek as Czech Heritage Month. President Engelke received a flyer for Czech Feszt from Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez. November 3 is the Czech Feszt in downtown Temple. There is to be a kolache baking contest at Czech Feszt.

President Engelke reported that scholarship forms are available at the SPJST Home Office. A Deer Antler Contest will begin November 1 and continue through January 31, 2008.

There will also be a Progressive 42 tournament and a Czech Feszt Pageant.

Sister Darlene Engelke read a thank you note from the Ronald McDonald House of Temple for the monetary donation.

Chairman of the Board Brother George Pauling had Secretary of the Board Sister Darlene Engelke read the minutes of its meeting of October 21.

Chairman of the Entertainment Committee Sister Janie Dujka reported that today a barbecue dinner and kolaches will be served. For the November 18 meeting, chili will be served.

Fraternal Activities Coordinator Sister Mary Alice Langlotz read the monthly letter from State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Chester Jenke.

Sister Dorothy Veselka gave the Cheer and Condolence Committee report. She sent get well cards to Annie Sanders and Jerry Kucera. A sympathy card was sent to Mary Hessel on the death of her brother Joe Zahirniak.

Brother Butch Dujka gave the insurance report.

Bookkeeper Sister Diana Engelke gave the bookkeeping report.

Youth Leader Sister Debbie Galler gave the youth report. She reminded

Lodge 66, Waco Awards Members

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 66, Waco FAC Mary Alice Langlotz, left, and Youth Leader Debbie Galler present point money to youth member

Eric Wallace. RIGHT PHOTO: Happy October birthday to Debbie Galler. She was recognized at the October meeting.

youth of the District Three Fall Meeting, the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive, and the Czech Feszt kolache baking contest.

Welcome, New Members!

Sister Darlene Engelke read names of candidates for membership. Milan Dujka wrote up Wayne Chester Swain, William D. Ross, Leanne Dujka, and David Jacinto. Julia Ann Schmidt wrote up Aubrey D. White.

Curtis Collins wrote up Jim W. Miller, Floyd Simmons, and Fate R. Thompson. Brenda Busby wrote up John L. Love and Shawn Joseph Dunn. John Buck wrote up Shane James and Connie L. Hampton.

Denise Patterson wrote up Kathy L.

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Leonard, Martha V. Verner, and Courtney M. Lucas. Janiqua Foster wrote up Jeneen A. Foster. Via J. Randolph wrote up Loreal M. Prince.

All were accepted into Lodge 66.

Transferred from Lodge 66 to Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point is Justin J. Gaidusek.

Sister Darlene Engelke read a resolution of sympathy on Naomi Talbert. May she rest in peace.

President Engelke announced that at the November 18 meeting, election of officers, committees, delegates for the 2008 convention, and fraternalist of the year will be held.

Sisters Mary Alice Langlotz and Debbie Galler presented the youth with their point money. Kevin Galler

Laura Dominguez and Stephen Rebecek exchange wedding vows

Roy Eckhardt, Sr., best friend of Miss Laura Isela Dominguez and Mr. Stephen Marcus Rebecek were the groom, served as best man. united in marriage on Saturday, June Groomsmen were Ramiro Rivera, Jr., 30, 2007, at 7 p.m. at Our Lady Star best friend since kindergarten; of the Sea Catholic Church in Corpus Charles Majek, III, cousin of the Christi, Texas. The ceremony was groom; and Brian Butler, Beto officiated by Monsignor Vincent Villalobos, Preston Timperlake, Jesse Patrizi and Reverend Edwardo Saenz, and Josh Paine, friends of the Montemayor. Kyle Rinaldi, godson groom. Leonardo Johnson, godchild of the bride, and nephew of the served as the ring groom from bearer.

Uvalde, and Following E l i z a b e t h the ceremony, Rebecek, cousin the reception was of the groom from held at the North La Grange, gave Shore Country the readings.

Club in Portland, The bride is the Texas. The maridaughter of Maria achis played durdel Refujio ing the meal.

Dominguez of Music for the Zacatecas, dance was proThe Mexico. vided by the groom is the son Scarecrow of Marcus and People.

Virginia Rebecek The bride of Corpus Christi. graduated from He is the grandBenito Juarez son of the late High School in James and Edith Zacaticas, Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Rebecek (Parma) Rebecek Mexico, and and the late attended Del Mar College in Corpus Ludwig and Mary (Sassin) Hermis.

Christi. The groom graduated from Attending the bride as maid of Richard King High School in Corpus honor was her best friend, Elda de Christi.

He is employed by Hoyos. Bridesmaids were Maria del American Electric Power and owner Consuelo Dominguez, sister of the of Half Price Lawn Care. bride; Stephanie Rinaldi, sister of the After a honeymoon trip, the cougroom; and Sandra Perez, Martha ple will reside in Corpus Christi.

Guerrero, Cristina Pineda, Maria Stephen along with his parents, Barrientos, and Kenyi Rodriguez, grandparents, sister, niece, and friends of the bride. Sarah Rinaldi, nephew are members of SPJST godchild and niece of the groom was Lodge 79, Corpus Christi. the flower girl.

—SPJST—

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Lodge 87, Temple Celebrates Czech Heritage at October Meeting

- 2,535 points; Eric Wallace - 2,025 points; Chris Johnson - 725 points.

Congratulations to these youth.

October birthday celebrant was Debbie Galler. Door prize winner was Dorothy Gerlich, and the 50-50 winner was Diana Engelke.

beginning at 2:30 p.m.

The meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m.

Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka, Reporter —SPJST—

Next Meeting—November 18 The next Board of Directors and Entertainment Committee meetings will be held on November 18 at 2 p.m. with the regular lodge meeting

Lodge 80, Holland elects convention delegates Dear Members and Friends, Lodge 80, Holland met on November 3, 2007, at 3:30 p.m. The meeting was called to order by President Doni Powell. The membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence

for our departed members.

The roll call of officers showed Reporter Estelle Coker absent as she was in Branson, Missouri. Secretary Linda Hill read the minutes of the October meeting.

They were approved after one correction.

Treasurer Jewel Wolf gave the bar, kitchen, and bingo financial reports.

She gave updates on the building and scholarship funds. A thank you note from St. Stephen’s Catholic Church in Salado was read thanking the lodge

Lodge 202, Jourdanton Celebrates Czech and Hispanic Heritage

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 202, Jourdanton members met with Atascosa County Judge Diana Bautista, seated, to proclaim Czech Heritage Month. Looking on as she signs the proclamation, from left to right, are Johnny and Georgia Marek, Cecilia Huble, Evan and Mary Ann Barta, Martha Ciomperlik, and Bettie House. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 202, Jourdanton members celebrated Hispanic heritage at their October

meeting. Members and guests enjoyed carne guisada, rice, beans, and tamales. Special guest for lunch was Landa Diaz-Ramos, president of the Greater Pleasanton Atascosa Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Inc. She gave an interesting talk about Hispanic customs. Pictured, left to right, are Bettie House, Landa Diaz-Ramos and Jeff Barta.

—Submitted by Mary Ann Barta

Wednesday, November 14, 2007

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FAC Paula Weir reported that we would be having a food drive for the food pantry. She also reported that we need to elect a Fraternalist of the Year at the next meeting.

Youth Leader Kristi Davis reported that the youth would be selling teeshirts as a fund-raiser. JoAnn Mazoch won the design contest for the teeshirts. The youth club had good attendance today. Sister Davis stated that she would not be a candidate for youth leader at election time.

Sister Powell reported that the bingo operators’ class held at the lodge earlier in the day was attended by 65 people from around the state.

The presenters were thankful that the lodge hosted the class.

American Legion Post 526 will have a Veterans Day breakfast on Friday, November 9 at the SPJST hall from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. All veterans and their families are invited to attend according to Brother Dan Hendrix.

On Thursday, November 15, SPJST Lodge 80 and American Legion Post 526 will celebrate the 25th anniversary of bingo at Lodge 80. Come out that evening for a great time!

In other business, Frank Pajestka, Jr. moved to change the hall lease price for the coming year. The motion passed.

The next Board of Directors meeting will be at 3 p.m. on Saturday, December 1 to discuss the lease agreement with the American Legion officers. The regular lodge meeting will be at 4 p.m. on December 1.

Election of Officers Elections were held, and the following officers, board members, and delegates to the convention were elected for the coming year.

President Doni Powell Vice President Rita Spinn Janke FAC Paula Weir Secretary Linda Hill Treasurer Jewell Wolf Reporter Estelle Coker Youth Leader Heleana White Board of Trustees Curtis Wolf, Danny Hendrix Barbara Hill, Michelle Ivicic Helen Pajestka, Risa Pajestka Frank Pajestka, Jr. Delegates to the 2008 SPJST State Convention elected were Doni Powell, Victoria Pajestka, Jewell Wolf, Helen Pajestka, and Frank Pajestka, Jr. Alternates elected were Curtis Wolf, Paula Weir, Rita Janke, Barbara Hill, and Linda Hill.

Sister Powell gave a report on insurance sales by all Lodge 80 sales agents, and she mentioned how we stand in the incentive program with less than two months to go. The lodge should meet its goal by December 1, if sales continue by the agents. There are three sales seminars coming up in Austin, Taylor, and Seaton for sales agents.

Dan Grossman is still on the sick list; we wish him a speedy recovery.

Birthdays were Tony Sladecek, Helen Pajestka, and Danny Hendrix. Door prize winners were Terry Festa, Tony Sladecek, Monica Pajestka, Zachary Roy, and Calvin Eckerman.

New members in attendance were Silveria Tschoerner and Terry Festa.

Welcome to Lodge 80!

Next Meeting—December 1 The next meeting will be at 4 p.m, Saturday, December 1 with the board of directors meeting at 3 p.m. Hope to see you all there!

Fraternally, Frank Pajestka, Jr. For Estelle Coker, Reporter —SPJST—

An Anniversary Tribute - 65 Years Rudy and Celestine Darilek A brown eyed brunette beauty with long curls . . .

A handsome man in a crisp white shirt . . .

A Czech play followed by dancing on a Sunday evening . . .

Sixty-five years of dancing together at SPJST Lodge 88 . . .

PRICELESS On May 3, 1942, Celestine Veselka of Fayetteville attended a Czech play and dance with her sister Cora at the “old” SPJST Lodge 88, Houston on Studewood in Houston.

The two sisters fixed their eyes on a handsome man in the play and hoped he would dance with them.

During the Paul Jones, when the whistle sounded, Rudy Darilek of Moulton stopped to dance with Celestine. Rudy’s father always told him to “pick a brunette.”

Six months later, on November 26, 1942, they were married at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Baytown. Their wedding dance took place back at Lodge 88 where they first met, and they have been dancing together ever since.

Rudy and Celestine live in Houston. They have eight children, 35 grandchildren, and seven greatgrandchildren. On November 17, the family of Rudy and Celestine Darilek will gather at Lodge 88, Houston to honor the couple’s 65th wedding anniversary.

Congratulations from all of your family. We love you!

—SPJST—

Rudy and Celestine are members of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston.

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Lodge 88, Houston plans December 2 Blue Room party You are cordially invited to the Lodge 88, Houston annual Christmas Blue Room party on Sunday, December 2, 2007, from 2 to 7 p.m.

Tickets are $22.50 per person. Sorry, no one under 21 will be admitted. A portion of the funds will benefit Lodge 88’s scholarship fund.

Reservations are being taken from November 1 through November 26.

(Reservations must be made and paid

by November 26.) No tickets will be sold at the door. For reservations, please call (713) 869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Music will be by Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six. The meal will be provided by Outback Steakhouse.

Please join us for a fun afternoon of dancing and dining with your friends.

—SPJST—

Lodge 91, Crosby sets December 1 Christmas party Lodge 91, Crosby will hold its annual Christmas party on Saturday, December 1, 2007, at China-Ko located off of FM 2100 in Crosby at 11 a.m. There will be a meeting, followed by lunch and door prizes.

Fraternally, Vonda Smesny, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 169 Brenham plans Christmas dinner Lodge 169, Brenham officers met on Tuesday, October 30, 2007, at Country Inn for a special meeting to discuss plans for the annual Christmas dinner. The dinner will be held at 12 noon at the Bilski Camp House on Old Chappel Hill Road on Sunday, December 2. It will be

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catered by Tex’s Catering.

If you plan to attend, please RSVP to Annette Bilski (979) 830-3930 or Leroy Kamas (979) 836-8179 by November 20 so we will know how many to prepare for. Members are asked to bring their favorite dessert.

Thank you kindly, Leroy Kamas, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 191, Lufkin readies for President’s Ball The President’s Ball at Lodge 191, Lufkin is fast approaching on Saturday, November 17, 2007. Please get your tickets early ($15 per person) so we will know how much food to order. Call Marilyn Page (936) 6321124 for reservations. Glenn Lenderman will provide the music.

Dinner and champagne will be served at 7 p.m., and the dance is from 8 p.m.

VĚSTNÍK to 12 midnight.

The menu will consist of roasted pork loin, grilled chicken breast, twice baked potato casserole, seasoned green beans, rolls, peach cobbler, iced tea, and champagne.

Come on out and join the fun. We hope to see everyone there.

Wanda Briley, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 202 Jourdanton elects officers, delegates Lodge 202, Jourdanton met Sunday, November 4, 2007, at the Jourdanton Community Center with 36 members and guests present.

President Jeff Barta presided. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Silence was observed for deceased members.

Secretary Bettie House read the minutes. Treasurer Valerie Barta pre-

Lodge 88, Houston Members Attend Johnny Broz’s 80th Birthday Celebration

LEFT PHOTO: Pictured are, left to right, Cleburne Lincke, Victor Stanek, Rudy and Celestine Darilek, and Frances Richerson (in front). CENTER PHOTO: Pictured are, clockwise, from left, Sydney and Georgie Jurchak, Jo Ann and Fred Buri, Flo Orsag, Barbara

Linney-Gonzales, King and Helen Hegwood, and Agnes and Tom Haney. RIGHT PHOTO: Left to right are Jerry and Bette Hurta, Lowrina Lindemann, Josephine Pflughaupt, and Margie and Ernest Anders.

LEFT PHOTO: Susan Kelly Broz and brother-in-law Mike Sanderford.

CENTER PHOTO: Left to right are Adolf Hopel, Angeline and Tracy

Birkelbach, and Vernell Foyt. RIGHT PHOTO: Jack Van Pelt, Johnny Broz, and Jay Kelly.

LEFT PHOTO: Enjoying the food are Clara and Johnny Broz. Many family and lodge members joined Johnny to celebrate his 80th birthday.

CENTER PHOTO: Susan Kelly Broz, left, and sister Dana Sanderford.

RIGHT PHOTO: Carol Stayton, left, and Barbara Gonzales.

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VĚSTNÍK $100 donation. A survey sheet to submit ideas on speakers and activities in hopes of improving attendance throughout the year will be available for everyone to complete.

Regina House is the lodge’s fraternalist nominee.

Officers elected for 2008 are:

sented the financial report.

FAC Mary Ann Barta read a tribute to the veterans in observance of Veterans Day. Recognized were veterans Ernest Spacek, Evan Barta, and Erich Wiederhold. State tournament dates were noted. Mary Ann Barta, Georgia Marek, and Edith Chesshir served as judges for the County 4-H Food Show.

Youth Leader Regina House reported the youth club made donations to the Poteet Fire Department and the United Methodist Church Soup Kitchen for Make A Difference Day. The lodge will furnish ham and drinks for the annual Christmas party.

Members are asked to bring side dishes that will feed four people. Adults will have the Chinese gift exchange ($8 to $10 value) again this year.

Youth will draw names for Christmas.

Canned food and toys will be collected for ACCEPT. CASA will receive a

President Lloyd House First Vice President Jeff Barta Second Vice President/FAC Mary Ann Barta Secretary Bettie House Treasurer Valerie Barta Youth Leader Regina House Assistant Youth Leader Sandra Hoggard Regina House, Mary Ann Barta, and Bettie House were elected convention delegates. Substitute delegates are Melba Novosad, Valerie Barta, and Jeff Barta.

Georgia Marek, Sammy Hoggard,

and Evan Barta are the Vestnik Czech Heritage Month activities winners.

A get well card was signed for Joan Wiederhold.

The meeting adjourned.

Next Meeting—December 9 The Christmas party is Sunday, December 9 at 1 p.m. at the Jourdanton Community Center. Ham and drinks will be furnished. Bring an adequate amount of food for four people, and toys and/or nonperishable food for ACCEPT. Adults, please remember the Chinese gift exchange (gift wrapped).

Fraternally, Bettie House Secretary —SPJST—

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Lodge 239, Hondo meets Nov. 28 Lodge 239, Hondo will hold its monthly meeting on November 28, 2007, at Hondo Community Center at 6 p.m. We will elect new officers for next year. For more information, call Celinda Palomo (830) 426-2854.

—SPJST—

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Happy 50th Anniversary A.J. and Dorothy Fabrygel A.J. and Dorothy Fabrygel of Huntsville will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on November 25, 2007. A.J. and Dorothy have been longtime members of Lodge 88, Houston. They were married at Zion Lutheran Church in Houston on November 25, 1967. A.J. was born and raised in Midfield, Texas.

After a five-year tour of duty with the United States Navy, he moved to Houston and frequented the infamous Bill Mraz Ballroom. It was there he met Dorothy, a native Houstonian. A short time later, they were married and have been dancing ever since.

They lived and worked in Houston until 2002 when they retired and built a new home in Huntsville. Dorothy enjoys her weekly bingo and 42 domino tourna-

ments, while A.J. spends most of his time in his gardens and at the Farmer’s Market. They are both active members of the Huntsville American Legion. They both do their share of babysitting their grandchildren, and they still love to go dancing every chance they get.

They have two daughters, Doris Bronikowski of Jersey Village, and Kimberly Woodall of Huntsville; son-in-laws Robert Bronikowski and Charles Woodall; and grandchildren Ryan Bronikowski, Denae Bronikowski, Cameron Woodall, and Briana Woodall.

They, along with their children, invite all their friends and family to share in this celebration at an open reception at Lodge 88 during the Saturday night dance on November 17.

—SPJST—

A.J. and Dorothy are members of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston.

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Lodge 271, Laredo meets Monday, November 26

Bullock Loop in Laredo, Texas.

The meeting will begin at 6 p.m.

Among items for discussion will be the lodge chartering which will be held in December.

Lodge 271, very important November 26, meeting room,

Plan to Attend Please make plans to attend this meeting, not only to participate in

Laredo will hold a meeting on Monday, 2007, at La Quinta located at 7220 Bob

VĚSTNÍK plans, but also to meet the newly elected officers of your lodge.

Fraternally, Lodge 271 Officers —SPJST—

Please Note Early Deadline for the November 28Vestnik is Tuesday, November 20 at 12 noon

Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Adults, Youth Make a Difference Dear Members, On October 27, 2007, Lodge 246 Morgan’s Point participated in a Make a Difference Day Project at the Ronald McDonald House in Temple, Texas. We had 15 individuals from SPJST help us paint over 50 lines for the parking lot. We repainted all of

the handicapped parking spots. The youth donated about 25 children’s books for the house’s library, individual snacks, and almost 20 pounds of pull tabs.

A special thanks goes out to Helen Kubicek of Lodge 88, Houston for also sharing the many large jars of

TOP ROW: Working on the parking lot are, from left to right, Lodge 246 Vice President/FAC David Nauert, Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, Stephanie Vanicek of Lodge 24, Cyclone, District One Director Donnie Victorick, and District Two State Field Representative Hiram Dixon. CENTER ROW: Photo 1—Youth club member Taylor Sinner and friend practice teamwork. Photo 2—Bobby Hagen and Youth Club President Nikki Kyler share a moment with Ronald

tabs.

The adults also donated individual snacks. We also were given a monetary donation for the Ronald McDonald House from the SPJST Home Office. We cooked and served dinner to the residents and provided them with a special Make a

Difference Day cake for dessert.

Thanks for all the support we received from all participants and SPJST volunteers.

Fraternally, Nikki Kyler Youth Club President —SPJST—

McDonald! Photo 3—Lodge 246 President Charlie Herendon, left, and Assistant Youth Leader Gene Hagen cook the hamburger meat. BOTTOM ROW: Left Photo—Adults and youth pose in the kitchen. Center Photo—The group gathers around the Ronald McDonald House sign.

Thanks for a job well done! Right Photo—Charlie Herendon, Youth Leader Bob Hagen, and Assistant Youth Leader Terri Hagen work together to prepare dinner.

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District Two Lock-In set for November 30

Dear District Two Members, Greetings! The District Two Lock-in begins on Saturday, November 30 at 7 p.m. and ends at 7 a.m. on Sunday, December 1, 2007.

The lock-in will be held at Lodge 48, Beyersville.

We are planning to have a great night filled with lots of fun. Dancing, crafts, movies, games, Bunco and domino tournaments, pizza, no sleep, hourly door prizes, and new to this year—a Game Boy tournament—are all on the agenda.

Parents, drop your youth off, go to Austin to shop and eat and enjoy your night. Then, you can always come back and spend the night with us.

If you are interested in carpooling to Beyersville, contact me and we can try to get something worked out.

Members are encouraged to bring a friend. Hopefully, your friend will want to become a member and get involved in all the fun activities your local lodge, District Two, and the SPJST Youth Department has to offer.

Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—

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

Call (800) 727-7578

Lodge 17 New Tabor Youth Club reports on November meeting Dear Readers, The Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club meeting was called to order by President Lindsey Jones. Everyone joined in the Pledge of Allegiance and the SPJST Motto.

Secretary Chandler Malazzo called the member roll and read the minutes from the last meeting. The minutes

Lodge 29, Taylor youth: grand champion at Czech Feszt Dear Vestnik, This week, at the Czech Feszt, I won first place for my blueberry, cream cheese, and poppyseed kolaches. I also won Grand Champion. It was fun winning the competition and the big trophy and three blue ribbons.

Kaitlyn Whatley —SPJST—

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were approved as read. There was no treasurer’s report given.

Under old business, we discussed the Halloween party. The winners of the Halloween costume contest were Tabor, Dillon, Sierra, Trey, Laramie, Mitchell, and Macey.

Under new business, we discussed the memorial service. The service will be on Sunday, December 2 at 5:30 p.m. All youth are encouraged to attend and dress nice. We will be remembering our members who have

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died this past year. A meal of turkey and dressing with all the trimmings will be provided. We also discussed our Christmas party. It will be held at Gatti Town on November 30. We will meet at the hall and drive to BryanCollege Station. We will share in fun from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. and return to the hall. A motion was made by Trey Groce and seconded by Meghan Blum that each member wanting to participate in the gift exchange is to purchase a $10 gift card. The gift card

Lodge 80, Holland Youth Leader shares activity “When you give students something to eat, they pay attention.”

All of the words in the sentence are in the word search below. See if you can find all of the words. Have lots of fun!

Hint: All of the words are Czech.

“Kdyz, davate studenti neco jisti mluvi dava pozor.”

Please send your completed word search to: SPJST Lodge 80, Holland Youth Club P.O. Box 281 Holland, Texas 76534-5061

Our youth club would like to see how many youth respond by completing this word find.

This is an example of an item that each youth can do to earn points at his/her meetings. Do you have a similar item that you would like to share?

If you have any questions, please call me (254) 657-0135.

Fraternally, Heleana White Youth Leader —SPJST—

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can be purchased from the store of choice.

Thanks to State Youth Director John Hoelscher, each member who helped with the Kolache Eating Contest at the Kolache Festival received a McDonald’s coupon.

Recipients were Tabor, Dillon, Lindsey, Brittanie, Colby, Zella, Meghan, Kara, Willie, Kellie, Sierra, Jeremy, Shelby, Coy, Laramie, Tanner, Trent, and Mitchell.

Our charity for this month was Feast of Caring. Thank you to all members who brought canned items.

With no further business, the meeting was adjourned. After the meeting, we had door prizes provided by Jeremy and Logan. Dillon provided the snacks. We also made crafts to be used at the memorial service.

Please make the following note: Our December meeting has been moved to November 30 at 9 p.m. We will meet before going to Gatti Town.

Respectfully submitted, Nathan Blum, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 25, Ennis youth celebrates birthday

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Lodge 25, Ennis youth makes a pretty scarecrow

Lodge 30, Taiton youth finds treasure: SPJST Float

Dear Readers, Our last meeting was Sunday, November 4, 2007. My mom helped me make a scarecrow. It is so pretty!

I have it in my room.

After the meeting everybody sang “Happy Birthday” to me since I have a birthday this month. There were a lot of birthdays in November! After that, I ate cupcakes and drank Coke.

Love, Amanda Droste —SPJST—

Dear Vestnik Readers, On October 20, 2007, I was able to join the members of Lodge 240, Bay City in riding on the SPJST Float in the Rice Festival Parade. We got there in time to help set up the float. It was really neat to see how it really comes together. At first, it just looks like a box, but inside you find a real treasure.

Thank you, Ms. Melanie and Mr. David, for all you do to make it possible for us to have a float. I really had fun with you that morning. I can’t wait to see you both in December for the Christmas parade. I know that the float will be a sight to see.

Dylan Treumer —SPJST—

Lodge 29, Taylor youth: fun time at Halloween meeting I had a fun time at our Halloween meeting. I dressed up like Dale Earnhardt, Jr. and so did my friend, Reid. I had fun playing with Reid and also playing the games.

I went on the trip to Six Flags and had a lot of fun.

Fraternally, Brandon Girod —SPJST—

Dear Readers, I went to our meeting, and it was fun! We made scarecrows. Then, everybody sang “Happy Birthday” to me.

Brandon Droste —SPJST—

Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club reports on Nov. meeting The November 4, 2007, meeting of SPJST Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club was held at the Taiton Community Center. The meeting was called to order by President Kenna Bubela.

Members participated in a Thanksgiving word scramble.

Ryan Drapela led the youth club members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, SPJST motto, and SPJST prayer. Secretary Steven Drapela called the roll of officers and members and read the minutes from the last

meeting.

The treasurer’s report was presented by Treasurer Danielle Zalman.

Members were reminded that dues are payable for the new year and are $1.50 per member.

Under old business, the District Six Fall Meeting was held on October 14 in Bay City. Congratulations was extended to all of the Christmas Ornament Contest winners.

Under new business, the SPJST Home Office Christmas Open House will be held on December 3. The SPJST Float will be in the El Campo Christmas parade on December 6.

Youth Leader Lisa Bubela discussed our annual Christmas party.

She reminded everyone about the $10 Christmas gift.

The November birthday celebrant was Steven Drapela. Members read their poems, and door prizes were given.

Next Meeting—December 9 The next meeting will be held on December 9 at the Taiton Community Center in conjunction with the Christmas social. Everyone needs to come at 10 a.m. to set up and decorate. The youth club meeting will be held at 11 a.m. The craft for the December meeting will be to make a Christmas decoration that will be used as table centerpieces. The charity will be to bring toys for a needy child or a canned good for a needy family.

The meeting was adjourned at 2:40 p.m. with the motion to adjourn made

by Gerard Marcaurele and seconded

by Ryan Drapela. The motion carried, and refreshments were enjoyed by all.

Fraternally, Jessica Fucik, age 13 Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Youth Enjoys Czech Feszt Dear Members, We participated in Czech Feszt this past weekend in Temple. Bobby and myself entered the Czech Feszt pag-

eant. Bobby won Mr. Czech Feszt, and I placed second for Miss Czech Feszt. Congratulations to Crystal Morris who won Miss Czech Feszt.

LEFT PHOTO: Bobby Hagen, left, and Lodge 246 President Charlie Herendon take a break. CENTER PHOTO: Taylor Sinner, left, and

Thank you to all the volunteers at our booth. We had a lot of fun and made some great memories. A special thanks goes out to Gene and Sam

Hagen for helping out all day.

Fraternally, Nikki Kyler —SPJST—

Sam Hagen. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point members gather at the lodge’s booth at Czech Feszt.

Lodge 30, Taiton youth celebrate Grandparents Day Dear Vestnik Readers, On September 9, 2007, we invited our grandparents to come and celebrate Grandparents Day with us at the meeting.

We performed talent routines from

YAD. We had a great time entertaining the attendees, and we hope that they enjoyed watching us.

Happy Grandparents Day to all grandparents everywhere. I especially want to say thank you to my Meme, Jennie Mae Treumer, for all the help with making my kolaches this summer for YAD. They were so yummy.

Thanks again, Meme. I love you!

Dylan Treumer —SPJST—

Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Youth Club Makes A Difference Dear Members, On October 27, 2007, Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point did a Make A Difference Day project at the Ronald McDonald House in Temple, Texas.

We had the privilege of meeting a very special person on this day. We were introduced to Ricardo Tirado, who is a current resident at the house.

Ricardo came out of the house and asked if he could assist us with anything. He started right off painting the parking lines and repainted all the handicapped parking spots.

Ricardo has been at the house for

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about two weeks while his daughter Elano Soto Tirado is currently in Scott and White Hospital because she had seizures at birth. He was grateful for everything the Ronald McDonald House has done for him, and I would like to quote him: “I love to help out.”

We would like to say a special thank you to Ricardo for being such a great inspiration to our youth club.

May God be with you and your daughter during these times!

Fraternally, Nikki Kyler, President —SPJST— Ricardo Tirado assists with the Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Make A Difference Day project at the Ronald McDonald House in Temple on Saturday, October 27.

In Memory of Anita Thornley

Anita V. Thornley, 83 years, of Ashland, Illinois, died peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, October 13, 2007, at Tidewell Hospice House in Port Charlotte, Florida.

She was born August 12, 1924, in Snook, Texas, the daughter of Joseph and Olga Anita Thornley Sebesta Foyt.

She married James Spencer “Spence” Thornley on June 14, 1942, in Houston, Texas. He preceded her in death on December 12, 2000.

She is survived by daughters Janice Mahlstedt (husband Craig) of Burr Ridge, Illinois, Jacqueline Jenkins (husband Edward, III) of Louisville, Kentucky, Jenine Thornley of Port Charlotte, Florida, and Jo Ellen “Joey” Charlton (husband Anthony) of Warrenville, Illinois; grandchildren Curtis Mahlstedt, Edward “E.G.” Jenkins, IV, Anna Jo “A.J.” Jenkins, Thommy Spencer Thornley Trask, Hayley Charlton, and Nicholas James Charlton; great-grandson Justin Spencer Jenkins; sisters Josephine Barfield (husband David) of Houston, Texas, and Ella Chambers of Houston, Texas; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Olivia Greenwood Hornback.

Mrs. Thornley helped re-activate the John Cheetam Memorial Public Library in Ashland and served as librarian for many years. She also served on the founding board of directors of Ashland U-Help, Inc. and as a former member of the Cass County Board of Health. She was a member of the Ashland United Methodist Church.

She was a member of SPJST Lodge 9, Snook.

Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Friday, October 19 at Ashland United Methodist Church in Ashland with burial at Walnut Ridge Cemetery in Virginia. Friends called after 4 p.m. Thursday, October 18 at the Buchanan and Cody Funeral Home in Ashland where the family met friends from 5 to 7 p.m.

Memorial gifts are suggested to the Cass County Home Health; Susan G. Komen for the Cure; or Ashland

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United Methodist Church.

Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.buchanancody.com.

—SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, Texas, and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed member, GARY RAY ROZNOVSKY, age 49, who passed away on Tuesday, September 25, 2007, and went to be with the Lord.

Gary was born to Mary and August Roznovsky on October 26, 1957.

He was preceded in death by his father August Roznovsky.

Gary attended St. Pius Catholic School where he loved to play baseball and football. After school, Gary went to work for his father at Rosey’s Paint and Body Shop.

He will be greatly missed by family and friends.

He is survived by mother Mary Roznovsky; sister Karen Roznovsky; nieces Laura Phelps (Patrick), Melissa Herren (Henry), and Jamie Fisher; great nieces; great nephew; and a host of relatives and friends.

The family received visitors Friday, September 28 from 6 to 9 p.m. Rosary was at 7 p.m. at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Houston.

The funeral mass was held Saturday, September 29 at 10 a.m. Interment followed at Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery.

He was a member of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Resolution Committee Mary Roznovsky Gladys Havemann Celestine Darilek —SPJST—

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Czech Heritage Society offers scholarship

The Czech Heritage Society of Texas is accepting applications for Victor Peter Memorial the 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 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 100word 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 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

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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. Phone (281) 342-4898.

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CESAT plans Czech Christmas concert

The Czech Ex-Students Association of Texas will have a Czech Christmas concert on Saturday, December 8, 2007, at the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange beginning at 2 p.m. Christmas hymns from the 14th century to the 20th century will be sung in Czech by the St. Mary’s Choir. One English Christmas carol, Good King Wenceslas, will also be sung.

There will be a $7.50 admission fee for the concert. Prior to the concert, a short membership meeting The will be held in the pavilion. carols/hymns will be briefly introdcued in Czech and English.

Vendors are welcome. For more information about the concert and program, contact CESAT President Thadious Polasek via email polasek29@hotmail.com.

—SPJST—

Sauerkraut Soup 2 cups sauerkraut, finely chopped 4 cups water 1 small onion, finely chopped 3 tablespoons bacon fat 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 pound sausage meat 3 tablespoons flour 1/2 cup sour cream

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kraut. Heat to boiling, and serve topped with a tablespoon of sour cream on each bowl. Makes six servings.

From Posel September - October 2007 —SPJST—

Boil the sauerkraut in the water until tender. Brown the onion in the fat; add the paprika. Shape the sausage into tiny balls and brown in the fat with the onions and paprika.

Remove sausage from the fat to the boiling soup. Stir the flour into the fat remaining in the pan. Thin with a cup of the soup and stir until thickened. Add another cup of the soup and blend. Combine with the sauer-

Czec h Cultural Calendar

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

November 15 CCCH hosts “Delightfully Dvorak”—in Prague Hall, 7 p.m.

Please RSVP by November 10 to Nancy (713) 528-2060; or email Valerie: valerie@czechcenter.org.

November 17 Business TCGS End-of-Year Meeting—at College Station Conference Center, College Station, Texas. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, contact TCGS President Charlene Hurta (979) 849-0348 or email fhurta@brazosport.edu.

December 8 Czech Christmas CESAT 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 www.czechtexas.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) 7854500; or visit www.czechtexas.org.

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 www.czechtexas.org.

January 26, 2008 TCGS hosts “Casting a Vision Outside the Box”—at Caldwell Civic/Visitor Center, Caldwell, Texas.

Annual Membership Meeting/ Luncheon. For more information, contact TCGS President Charlene Hurta (979) 849-0348 or email fhurta@brazosport.edu.

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Invitation

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“After reading Invitation to Cat Spring, I knelt and thanked God one more time for bringing my ancestors to America. Emotionally rewarding, stirring, poignant, touching. A his—Melanie torical treasure.”

Zavodny, Editor of Vestnik, weekly publication of the SPJST. “I would recommend this book as required reading for students who are taking Texas History.” —Retta Slavik Chandler, President, Texas Czech Heritage and Culture Center.

Invitation to Cat Spring opens in the Czech lands, where virtual serfdom under the Hapsburgs has gripped the people for generations.

Famine, epidemics, religious intolerance and forced military service add to the unrest. In the mid 1800s, letters arrive from Cat Spring, Texas, America, telling of unbelievable freedom and opportunity. Rozina and her family decide to leave Moravia and take their chances. After crossing Europe by foot, wagon, and train, they make the arduous sea voyage to their new home, braving unbelievably crowded conditions, hunger, storms, sickness and death.

As the family begins to earn a meager living and adjust to its adopted homeland, civil war looms. The family doesn’t speak English. They oppose slavery and are against secession.

When Texas joins the Confederacy, difficult choices must be made.

Two sons join the Confederate forces and find themselves involved in the Battle of Galveston, the largest Civil War battle fought on Texas soil. Another avoids the military, choosing instead to haul cotton to Mexico—a more hazardous undertaking than he can possibly imagine.

Follow the story of these Moravian immigrants as they struggle to make a new life in an unknown, dangerous land. Will they ever feel like “real Texans,” or will unforgiving circumstances force them to pack up and move on once again?

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About the Author Mary Frances Chupick Bennett was born in La Grange, Texas, grew up and graduated from high school in Fayetteville, Texas (sometimes referred to as the “Cradle of Texas Czechs). In her youth, it was common to hear Czech spoken on the streets of the towns in the area. It was often the language in which family members spoke to each other, some church services were conducted, and certain business transacted.

What today would be considered “ethnic food,” was common fare.

Mary Frances’ father served as Supreme Lodge Secretary from 1940 to 1960 with the Czech fraternal life insurance company SPJST which, at that time, required literacy in the Czech language of all its employees.

She grew up on Moravian stories, legends and fairy tales. Listening to the older members of her family, she learned of the hardships her ancestors had endured both in the “old country,” and again, in establishing themselves as “Americans.” Gratitude for their sacrifice, pride in heritage and appreciation of country was important.

After graduation from The University of Texas at Austin, she married, moved with her husband during his stint in the United States Army, and then spent most of the years that followed in Weslaco, Texas. She taught school there for a number of years. During that time, she was instrumental in erecting a monument to the Iwo Jima Flag Raisers, one of whom, Harlon Block, was a hometown hero. She was named “Teacher of the Year” for the district by her colleagues.

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Upon retirement, she became increasingly aware that the story of the early Texas Moravian/Bohemian immigrants had not been fully told.

Discussing this with a retired college professor, he chided her for neglecting the documents, books, and oral stories left by her amateur-historian father. The professor proclaimed, “If you don’t tell it, it will be lost.

Quit talking and start writing.”

She took his advice and joined the Kerrville Writers’Association. After several years of research, workshops, classes, travel, and interviews, the manuscript was born. It placed in the finals of the 2003 Writers’ League of Texas Manuscript Contest.

She and her husband now live in the Hill Country of Texas. They have two sons and five grandchildren.

To purchase a copy of Invitation to Cat Spring: From European Tyranny to Freedom to Civil War, a historical novel concerning Moravian families who immigrated into the Washington/ Austin/Fayette Counties of Texas, from the publisher, go to AuthorHouse.com, then go to their Book Store. It is also available at Amazon.com, Barnes and Noble, etc.

To learn more about Mary Frances and the book, type in her name or the title of the book.

Autographed copies are available from: Mary Frances Chupick Bennett 303 Riverhill Blvd.

Kerrville, TX 78028 (830) 896-1680 jbbmfcb@ktc.com

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For first class parcel post in Texas only, add $5.76 for a total cost of $25.75. For media mail in Texas only, add $3.41 for a total cost of $23.40.

For multiple copies or media or parcel post deliveries outside of Texas, call or email for mailing and handling prices.

Mary Frances is also available for book signings and live, first person book reviews for groups, service organizations, book clubs, etc. She dresses in costume as Rozina, one of the book’s main characters. She is scheduled to appear at “Authors in the Square” in Fayetteville on December 1.

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Autographed copies are available from: Mary Frances Chupick Bennett 303 Riverhill Boulevard • Kerrville, Texas 78028 (830) 896-1680 • email jbbmfcb@ktc.com www.invitationtocatspring.com

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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 Sunday, December 9—Christmas party, 12 noon, American Legion Hall, Hallettsville. Call (979) 244-4415 for more information.

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, November 16—Social Night Sunday, November 18—Lodge 6 Appreciation Party Saturday, December 1—RVOS Lodge 46 Christmas party/meeting Sunday, December 2—SPJST Lodge 6 Christmas party/meeting Friday, December 7—Social night Saturday, December 8—Kocian/Curry Wedding Sunday, December 9—Straten family Christmas 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 8, WEIMAR Lodge meetings are the fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Hall in Weimar.

LODGE 9, SNOOK Local lodge meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meetings are at 6:30 p.m.

LODGE 13, DIME BOX Lodge 13, Dime Box adult meetings are the second Sunday of the month at 5 p.m. Youth club meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m.

LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 5 p.m. Refreshments served after meeting. Club dances are the second Sunday of each month. For hall rental information, call (254) 5932222.

LODGE 17, NEW TABOR Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the first Sunday of each month at 3 p.m.

LODGE 18, ELGIN Sunday, November 18—Donnie Wavra, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person.

Sunday, December 9—Christmas Dance: The Dujka Brothers, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person. Snacks will be served during second intermission.

Monday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, polka/waltz/mix music. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $10 per person. Blackeyed peas, corn bread, sausage and coffee will be served after the dance. No reservations.

Lodge hall is located at 702 Highway 95 North, Elgin. Adult lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m.; youth club meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. unless otherwise stated. For all Lodge 18, Elgin hall rentals, please call Irene Helgren (512) 2814534. For band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility.

LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited.

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

LODGE 23, MORAVIA Lodge meetings are the Tuesday after the second Sunday of March, June, and September at 7:30 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at 2 p.m.

LODGE 24, CYCLONE Saturday, November 17—Rogers School Scholarship Fund-Raiser Saturday, December 1—Private party Monday, December 10—Annual Christmas party, potluck dinner, 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, December 29—Private wedding Monday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: Shilo Country (with Terry Taylor) 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, November 18—Dining room rental Wednesday, November 21—STRUDEL BAKE SALE Thursday, November 22—Dining room rental Saturday, November 24—Dining room rental Sunday, November 25—Dining room rental Saturday, December 1—Christmas party rental Sunday, December 2—Youth club meeting Saturday, December 8—Dining room rental Sunday, December 9—Dining room rental Thursday, December 13—Lodge monthly meeting Sunday, December 16—Martinek Christmas party Friday, December 21—STRUDEL BAKE SALE Saturday, December 22—Dining room rental Monday, December 24—Dining room rental Tuesday, December 25—Dining room rental Saturday, December 29—rental Monday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: Jak Se Do Band and Ennis Czech Boys Band Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. For rentals, reservations, or more information, call the hall (972) 8758381 and leave a message.

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

LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Meetings are held at the Wharton County Library, 746 Clubside Drive in East Bernard.

VĚSTNÍK LODGE 29, TAYLOR Wednesday, November 14—Bobby Jay Five Friday, November 16—The Lawmen Saturday, November 17—Denny Hamilton and the Memories Friday, November 23—Edward Kopecky’s Czech Band Wednesday, November 28—Bobby Jay Five Band Friday, November 30—Earl Beatty 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, November 17—Smokin Gun Saturday, November 24—Cherokee Rose Saturday, December 1—Smokin Gun Saturday, December 8—Cherokee Rose Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m., unless otherwise noted. To hall: From Interstate 35 in Waco, take the Highway 84 East exit. Stay on Highway 84 East through Bellmead and go approximately 8 miles. On the right side of Highway 84 will be a sign saying “Elk”. Take the Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road and go approximately one mile and the road will dead end. Take a right at the dead end and go approximately 1/2 mile. Lodge 35 is on the left side of the road. The hall is open for rent every day of the week. For rental information, call (254) 875-2156.

LODGE 38, KOVAR Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

LODGE 39, BRYAN Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month starting at 1 p.m. Lunch is served at 12:30 p.m. followed by the adult and youth club meetings at 1 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items are provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend. Visitors are always welcome. For information, call President Wade O’Shields (979) 778-1450. For information on lodge activities, call FAC Dianna Everett (979) 693-5287. Any questions or assistance with insurance certificates, call Secretary Lillie Matejka O’Shields (979) 7781450.

For youth club information, call Youth Leader Binnie Roesler (979) 272-1216.

LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE Sunday, December 9—Christmas party/officer installation. Catered meal, 12 noon.

Monday, December 24—No bingo Monday, December 31—No bingo 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, November 17—Vrazels Saturday, November 24—Keith’s Country Sunday, December 2—Annual Christmas party Seaton Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple on Highway 53. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Saturday night dance time is from 7 to 11 p.m. Hall opens at 6 p.m. Hall phone (254) 985-2548. For rentals, please contact Edwin Pechal (254) 9852282; or (254) 984-2255. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility.

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

LODGE 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) 854-8423.

LODGE 80, HOLLAND Lodge meetings are the first Saturday of each month at 4 p.m. Youth club meetings are the first Saturday of the month at 3 p.m. Board of directors meetings are the first Saturday of the month at 3:30 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m.

Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355.

For hall rentals, call Linda Hill (254) 657-9595; or the lodge hall (254) 657-2485.

LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. Luncheon served at noon, and the meeting follows.

LODGE 84, DALLAS Please Note: There will be no Fellowship Day in November or December.

Lodge meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the hall - 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. For band bookings, call Cherri Petr (214) 352-4397; or Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514. For rentals, call Bessie Petr (214) 826-3557.

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VĚSTNÍK LODGE 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371/shop; or (254) 7736164/home.

LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, November 17—Red Ravens, polka/variety. $7 perperson Sunday, November 24—No dance.

Saturday, December 1—Jack Melick, big band music. Dress Code* $12 per person Saturday, December 8—Mark Halata and Texavia, polka/variety. $7 per person.

Saturday, December 15—Ed Gerlach, big band music, polka/variety. Dress Code*. $12 per person.

Saturday, December 29—No dance Monday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: Vrazel’s Polka Band, polka/variety. 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Lodge hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston, Texas (the Heights). For reservations, call (713) 869-5767. Lodge meetings are the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. Youth club meets on the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., unless otherwise notified. All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies, and gentlemen.

Bingo every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-621-2077-41001.

LODGE 89, ROSEBUD Lodge meetings are the third Saturday of each month at 1 p.m. Youth meetings are also on the third Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise announced.

LODGE 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are quarterly. March and June meetings will be on the second Saturday of the 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, 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.

Sunday, December 2—Annual Member Appreciation Dance: Music by Jodie Mikula Orchestra, 3 to 7 p.m. Members get in free; all others are at regular admission price. Snacks.

Sunday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: Charlie Patteson Lodge 92 membership meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. The youth club meets on the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Family Night— first and third Tuesdays. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Country/western dances on the first Sunday and polka/waltz dancing as announced. Big band sound ballroom dancing on Friday nights 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Dress code required for ballroom dances. Listen to KNON 89.3 FM on Sunday at 2 p.m. for up-todate announcements. Tune in to KAAM 770 AM for some easy listening music. To reserve for large parties celebrating weddings, anniversaries, or other special events, call early (817) 624-1361/ Joyce. SPJST Lodge 92/National Hall is located at 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76114. Visit www.nationalhallspjst92.org.

LODGE 93, HOBSON Lodge meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at Polak’s between Karnes City and Kenedy. Contact E.R. Prasek for information (830) 780-2191.

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

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

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

LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the lodge hall, unless otherwise noted.

LODGE 125, WESTHOFF Lodge meetings are the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December at 2 p.m.

LODGE 130, DALLAS For monthly meeting time and location, please contact lodge secretary Stanley Vrla (214) 8262670; or lodge president John Vrla (214) 9063385; or email jvrla@cebridge.net.

LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio.

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

LODGE 139, DANBURY Lodge meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Danbury Community Center. For information, call (979) 922-1279 or (979) 922-1553.

LODGE 141, SEALY Tuesday, December 11—Christmas meeting, 7 p.m. at Nancy’s Steak House, 2536 Highway 71 South in Columbus. For more information, contact Bernice (979) 885-6786.

LODGE 142, HOUSTON Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

Meetings are held at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street at W 15th, Houston, Texas. For information, contact Lodge 142, Houston President Keith Kieschnick (713) 868-19810; or Secretary Alice Jochen (979) 743-3613.

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

LODGE 148, EL MATON Monthly lodge meeting is the last Sunday of the month at the Blessing Volunteer Fire Department.

Meeting starts at 2 p.m.

LODGE 151, WHARTON The quarterly lodge meetings will be held on the second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 7 p.m., in the meeting room of Hinze’s Bar-B-Que Catering, Highway 59, Wharton, Texas.

LODGE 153, LA SALLE Lodge meetings are held quarterly in March, June, September, and December at 6 p.m.

LODGE 154, FORT WORTH Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 3:30 p.m., unless otherwise stated.

Youth club meetings are the third Sunday at 5 p.m.

LODGE 155, AUSTIN Lodge meetings are held quarterly on Sundays.

Contact Secretary Ginny Prasatik (512) 472-1721 for meeting location, date, and time.

LODGE 156, BAYTOWN Lodge meetings will be held the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For more information, call (281) 422-9611; or (281) 573-1612.

LODGE 157, LUBBOCK Lodge meetings are held on the second Sunday of every other month at 1 p.m.

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

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

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

LODGE 172, PASADENA Saturday, December 1—Variety dance with deejay Monday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: 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 notified.

Dancing hours are from 8 p.m. until midnight.

Admission is $6 per adult and children 12 years and under are free. For inquiries or reservations, call lodge phone (281) 487-3297. We need your name, your phone number, and how many will be in your party. Lodge 172 is a non-smoking facility. BYOB is back.

LODGE 177, ACADEMY Lodge meetings will start at 7 p.m., and trustees’ meetings will start at 6:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. Bingo every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Permit No. 1-74-1808390-7.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open.

LODGE 179, WARRENTON Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Lions Club Building in Carmine, 201 Centennial Street.

LODGE 180, BURLESON Lodge hall is located on I-35W, 1.5 miles south of Renfro Street in Burleson. Lodge meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

For hall rentals, call (972) 435-2286; (817) 5582400; or (817) 295-3483.

LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are held the third Sunday of each month at 3 p.m.

Call President Donald Beckendorf (254) 803-2987 for lodge meeting location.

LODGE 183, ARLINGTON Lodge meetings are the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. For information regarding hall rentals—weddings, anniversaries, birthdays—call (817) 465-8538; or (972) 2639031.

LODGE 184, MOULTON 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) 2551554 or (512) 771-4948.

LODGE 189 BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Lodge meetings will be held on the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. Unless otherwise notified, lodge meetings are held in Charles Munday’s office, 2403 Cavitt, Bryan, Texas (behind the Bryan Kroger’s).

LODGE 191, LUFKIN Business meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., at the lodge hall located at 197 Hughes Road. Regular dances are on the third Saturday night of each month from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. For lodge rentals, call Helen Boyd (936) 632-2849. For dance reservations, call Marilynn Page (936) 632-1124.

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

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LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month and begin with a potluck meal served at 2 p.m. Lodge provides the meat. Youth club meetings are held at 1 p.m. on the second Sunday.

Activities are planned for ages kindergarten through high school senior. Hall address: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress, Texas, 77429 — off Highway 290 West at Skinner. The hall is available to rent for meetings, weddings, retirements, reunions, birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, or any other event. Call Alma Schulz (281) 3511045 or (281) 373-9482 for information, rentals, or reservations.

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

LODGE 201 BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. For hall rentals, contact James Balke (979) 830-0796; or (979) 830-0118.

LODGE 202, JOURDANTON Lodge 202, Jourdanton meetings are the first Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m., at the Jourdanton Community Center except the meal/meetings in March, June, September, December which will be at 1 p.m. The youth club meets the same day.

LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of the month, 3 p.m. at the Koffee Kup Restaurant in Hico, Texas. Members are urged to attend, and anyone belonging to other lodges in driving distance are welcome. Bring a guest, and maybe we can make a member out of him/her.

LODGE 206, TRI-COUNTIES Lodge meets the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Lions Club in Mexia, 201 North Paris Street, Mexia, Texas.

LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS Meetings are held every third Saturday of January, March, May, July, and September at the Senior Citizens Building in Tahoka, 6 p.m. Youth club meets at the same time.

LODGE 223, PALACIOS Lodge meetings are held the second Monday of each month at the Palacios Eagles Lodge at 6:30 p.m.

LODGE 229, ABILENE Lodge meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. For information, contact (325) 676-5510.

LODGE 230, MIDLAND For lodge meeting information, contact Christina Freeman (432) 770-3621.

LODGE 239, HONDO Lodge meetings are held every third Friday of the month, 7 p.m. at the Community Center on 18th Street.

LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT Sunday, December 9—Lodge and youth club Christmas parties, 5 p.m. Cotton Patch, Temple 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.

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