Volume 97 Number 28
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Benevolence
H E R A L D
Humanity
ISSN —07458800
Lodge 15, Buckholts to celebrate 100th anniversary this Sunday
All members and friends are invited to celebrate with members of SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts — Svornost Jihu “Southern Unity” — on Sunday, July 19 at the lodge hall at 3 p.m. A historical marker will be dedicated, and the lodge’s 100th anniversary will be celebrated. Music and refreshments will also be part of the event. More information and an advertisement appears on page 21 of this week’s Vestnik. —SPJST—
Brotherhood
July 15, 2009
Heritage ’09 June Honor Roll
State Top Producer - Associate Agent Insurance Issued/Earned Premium Minerva Garcia Lodge 4, Hallettsville District Six
Monthly Prize Drawing Winner
SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts, located at 600 State Highway 36 and 190 in Buckholts, will dedicate its historical marker on Sunday, July 19 at 3 p.m. Members and friends are encouraged to attend.
$25 Wal-Mart Gift Card • Congratulations! Brandon Bowen Lodge 18, Elgin • District Two
SPJST Patriotic Parade Promotions
Members celebrated the Fourth of July by promoting SPJST in parades in Belton and Seguin. LEFT PHOTO: In Belton, Float II donned a new patriotic eagle created from recycled float materials. The entry received the “Most Beautiful Float” trophy (inset) from the Belton Area Chamber of Commerce. Riding the float were 2008-2009 Miss Czech Feszt Meghan Blum, left, of Lodge 17, New Tabor and Czech Feszt Princess Stephanie Vanicek of Lodge 24, Cyclone. TOP CENTER: State Youth Director John Hoelscher drives 2008-2009
Family Fun Dates ................................3 Interest Rates ......................................3 Readers Write ......................................3 Heritage ʼ09 Updates...........................4 Lodge Section......................................7 Reunions ............................................13
State King Gerard Marcaurele of Lodge 30, Taiton and State Queen Alexa Hubenak of Lodge 92, Fort Worth in a red Corvette. BOTTOM CENTER: Fred Paul drives State Duke Donovan Krpec of Lodge 30 and State Duchess Lauren Traugott of Lodge 92 in a 1972 turquoise Corvette. RIGHT PHOTO: Riding the western, patriotic Float I in Seguin are, left to right, Carrie Origas, Kailee Jenke, Casey Jenke, Stephanie Mills, Dave Mills, and Curry Jenke. Not shown is State FAC Chester Jenke. They are all from Lodge 258, Seguin.
Inside This Week’s Vestnik
In Memoriam ......................................13 Youth Section.....................................14 Vestnik Project...................................15 Czech Culture ....................................20 Advertisements..................................21 Activities Calendar ............................22
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SPJST participates in Bryan Senior Expo
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Lodge 180 Burleson gives to eagle project
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Lodge 47 Seaton youth enjoys park and pizza
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Wednesday, July 15, 2009
SPJST HERALD
SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 (800) 727-7578 • (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-7447 www.spjst.org
VESTNIK EDITOR/ 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
SUPREME LODGE 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 LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 778-3720 • Mobile: (254) 721-4739 email: leonardm@spjst.com
DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR/CHAIRMAN DONNIE VICTORICK, FIC, CFFM 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/VICE CHAIRMAN MICHAEL K. AHLSTROM, FIC, CFFM 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
COMMITTEES BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Richard Ford, 2392 CR 424, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-1451 - email: dimebox4@aol.com District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Texas 78615 - (512) 365-2000 - (512) 848-2416 cell - email: RonnieR1056@yahoo.com District Three - Al Kercho, 2444 Stonegate Dr. North, Bedford, Texas 76021 - (817) 282-5065 email: alkercho@sbcglobal.net District Four - Beverly J. Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Texas 76875 - (325) 442-4841 - email: bjtep@verizon.net District Five - Mildred Holeman, 1006 Chantilly Lane, Houston, Texas 77018 - (713) 683-0018 email: mmholeman@yahoo.com District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Texas 77414 - (979) 244-4415; (979) 479-3430 cell District Seven - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (830) 281-8246 email: landbhouse@juno.com
FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Thomas Cannon, P.O. Box 372., Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 567-4264 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 - Glenn Kaminsky, 902 River Oaks Ct., East Bernard, Texas 77435 - (979) 335-4461
District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Texas 78130-3438 - (830) 625-8262
INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 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 - (361) 874-4461 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 1100 Hospital Boulevard, Floresville, Texas 78114 - (210) 535-4916
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 FINANCIAL SECRETARY JERRY MIKULAS Office: (254) 773-1575 email: jerrymik@spjst.com
FIELD OPERATIONS MANAGER PHILIP McBEE, FICF, CFFM (325) 784-9800 • Mobile: (325) 647-1949 email: philipmcbee@aol.com 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 • email: borsak@tconline.net DISTRICT TWO - Hiram Dixon, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 231-7722 email: hadixon2003@yahoo.com DISTRICT THREE - Hiram Dixon, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 231-7722 email: hadixon2003@yahoo.com DISTRICT FOUR - Bobby Gene Davis, FICF, CFFM Mobile: (325) 450-3748 Home: (325) 947-0027 • Office: (325) 657-8400 Email: bgdsr2428@aol.com DISTRICT FIVE - Ricky Peralta, FICF Mobile: (832) 515-8558 Email: ricardoperalta@sbcglobal.net DISTRICT SIX - Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM Mobile: (979) 332-1616 • Home: (979) 543-2532 email: k-kaspar@hotmail.com DISTRICT SEVEN - Contact Home Office, Phil McBee or Jim Wiest for assistance.
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-Gonzalez - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023 - (713) 649-6138 District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide, El Campo, Texas 77437 - (979) 543-7120 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 1100 Hospital Boulevard, Floresville, Texas 78114 - (210) 535-4916 email: wap6564@felpsis.net CZECH HERITAGE MUSEUM AND GENEALOGY CENTER Executive Director Sandi Wicker (254) 899-2935 • www.chmgc.com email: ssandiwicker@aol.com
Editor’s Note
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Fill your bucket with kindness
When you are kind to someone
or give them a compliment, it lifts your mood. Authors Tom Rath and Donald Clifton, say you are “filling your bucket” of positive experiences. In their book “How Full Is Your Bucket,” they say every interaction you have adds to or subtracts from your bucket. Happiness depends on how full of positive, affirming experiences your bucket is at any given time. Bucket-filling is contagious, the authors say. Your kindness sparks a chain reaction. It makes people you have been kind to want to be kind to others. To keep your bucket full, they recommend five positive encounters to every negative one. You can reach that goal by commenting to people about what they do right. Support your friends. Give sincere smiles. When someone compliments you, pass it on and let the feeling spread.
Vacation Time, La Quinta Time With summertime and vacations in full swing, this is a reminder that La Quinta Inns and Suites nationwide are offering SPJST members a discount of 10 percent at its 700 hotels in 45 states. The easiest way to get the discount is to visit www.spjst.org and click on “Member Services/Discounts” or call 1-800-SLEEP-LQ (753-3757) and mention “SPJST.” Also, if you own or manage a business and wish to offer a discount to SPJST members, please call (800) 727-7578 or email melaniez@vvm.com. We will include your business and discount information in the “Member Services/Discounts” area on the spjst.org website. Thanks!
An American Woman and a Czech Man An American woman was touring Yellowstone National Park with a gentleman friend from Czech Republic when suddenly an angry bear approached. The bear pounced on the man and ate him up. The woman ran away as fast as she could and soon found a park ranger. The two started out together to look for the bear. From a short distance, they saw two bears standing where the incident had occurred. The ranger asked which bear did it, and she said it was the male. The ranger took aim and shot the female. They cut the bear open and found the man in its stomach. The woman asked why he shot the female, and the ranger said, “I never trust anyone who says the Czech is in the male!” Lodge 15 Celebrates SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts will celebrate its 100th anniversary this Sunday, July 19 with a celebration at the lodge hall. The crowning moment will be the dedication of the lodge’s historical marker at 3 p.m. Congratulations to Lodge 15 on this grand accomplishment.
Close to Success “Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” —Fortune cookie saying from Colleen Jenke of Lodge 258, Seguin Fairness, Caring, Integrity “Live so that when your children think of fairness, caring and integrity, they will think of you.” —H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the last week of August and the fourth week of December by VĚSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $25 per year for non-members. Membersʼ fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by 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 VĚSTNÍK c/o Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
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Readers Write
Lodge 30, Taiton member conveys gratitude
Dear SPJST, Thank you for the $1,000 grant. It is greatly appreciated, and it’ll go far, just like will in life. Steven Drapela —SPJST—
Home Office Staff Member of the Month June 2009
Susan Shofner
Customer Service Specialist Lodge 246, Morganʼs Point 10 recruits
Family Fun and Important Dates
July 17-18 July 17-19 July 18 July 18 July 18 July 19 July 19 July 19 July 19 July 21-23 July 23-26 July 24-27 July 24-26 July 26 July 26 August 1
August 5 August 7-9 August 15 August 22 August 23 August 23 August 28 August 30
Sept. 5 Sept. 5 Sept. 5 Sept. 12 Sept. 13 Sept. 13 Sept. 19 Sept. 25-26 Sept. 26 October 8 October 10 October 25 October 25
Lodge 47, Seaton Barbecue Cookoff (2) District One Camp • SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm District Four YAD • Anson Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club Benefit Wrestling Match (3) Lodge 191, Lufkin Anniversary Dance (5) District Six YAD • Taiton Community Center Lodge 6, Cottonwood Picnic (3) Lodge 15, Buckholts Historical Marker Dedication (2) Lodge 51, Ellinger Picnic (1) Supreme Lodge Meeting • SPJST Home Office, Temple District Seven Camp • Echo Hill Ranch, Medina District Three Camp • Buffalo Ridge, Lake Whitney District Four Camp • Camp Butman, Merkel District One YAD • Caldwell Civic Center District Two YAD • Lodge 24, Cyclone State Youth Achievement Day Frank Mayborn Convention Center, Temple Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club Spaghetti Dinner (3) End-of-Summer Getaway • Corpus Christi District Two Trip • Sea World, San Antonio Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club Princess Ball (3) Lodge 48, Beyersville Family Fun Day (2) Lodge 88, Houston Blue Room Party (5) Lodge 84, Dallas Princess Ball (3) Lodge 4, Hallettsville Family Day American Legion Hall, Hallettsville (6) SPJST Float • Westfest, West (3) Lodge 80, Holland Youth Club Bingo Night Bake Sale (2) Lodge 172, Pasadena Labor Day Dance (5) SPJST Float • Jourdanton Centennial Parade (7) Lodge 18, Elgin Fall Polka Fest (2) Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club Czechfest (3) Lodge 92, Fort Worth Czech Heritage Day (3) Lodge 29, Taylor Barbecue Cookoff (2) District Seven Bowling Tournament/ENC Fund-Raiser SportsWest Bowling Center, Seguin SPJST Float • Austin County Fair Parade (1) SPJST Float • Rockport Seafair Parade (7) District Six Fall Meeting • Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Lodge 88, Houston Czech Day (5)
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Inside the Home Office Assistant to the State Youth Director Peggy Sue Chastain leaves position Dear Members, As of July 8, I am no longer assistant to the state youth director at the SPJST Home Office. I have worked for the past 13 years at the Home Office as receptionist, insurance department clerk, and assistant to the state youth director. I am proud to announce that I am now moving on to bigger and better opportunities.
To all the members and youth club members that I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with, I will miss you. I enjoyed working with you. To all the others, you’re in my prayers. Fraternally, Peggy Sue Chastain Lodge 24, Cyclone —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 6.50% for 1 to 10 years 6.75% for 11 to 15 years Universal Life
Home or Farm Mortgages Universal Life 4.75% for Annualized* 75% Owner Residence Property
5.00% for 1 to 15 years 5.50% for 16 to 20 years 6.00% for 21 to 30 years Farm Property
5.50% for 1 to 10 years 6.00% for 11 to 20 years 85% Owner Residence Property
7.00% for 1 to 30 years
Annuities
Annuity I 5.00% for Annualized*
Annuity II 4.00% for Annualized*
Annuity III 4.00% for Annualized*
Annuity IV 4.00% for Annualized* * Rates effective 5/01/09 through 7/31/09.
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%
I think I can . . . I think I can . . .
State FAC Chester Jenke advises, “Do not take a guided tour of SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm with John — or you may end up pushing the golf cart!” The golf cart that was pulling a trailer of District FACs “ran out of juice” during the tour on June 13 and had to be pushed back to the ENC headquarters!
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FROM THE VICE PRESIDENTʼS OFFICE
Heritage 09 ’
June Membership Program Progress Report
SPJST Monthly Insurance Report Through June 30, 2009
MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN AND ISSUED
District 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals
Certs. Written 12 $ 32 12 18 15 23 24 4 140
$
Amount 1,985,000.00 2,493,268.00 295,000.00 780,000.00 382,332.00 698,868.00 854,500.00 55,000.00 7,543,968.00
Certs. Issued Amount 11 $543,000.00 26 923,268.00 11 725,000.00 14 996,019.00 11 258,444.00 28 1,373,043.00 19 535,000.00 3 45,000.00 123
$5,398,774.00
YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN AND ISSUED
District 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals
Certs. Written Amount 67 $ 8,185,228.00 147 8,311,885.00 85 4,418,000.00 201 12,035,951.00 194 8,353,611.00 148 9,344,187.00 190 9,224,795.00 16 572,214.00 1048
$60,445,871.00
Certs. Issued 64 $ 135 69 165 177 146 171 16 943
Amount 5,470,228.00 6,398,449.00 4,142,904.00 8,266,340.00 8,131,549.00 8,863,362.00 7,563,256.00 662,214.00
$49,498,302.00
Fraternally, Gene McBride, FICF Supreme Lodge Vice President —SPJST—
SPJST records 943 certificates issued in Heritage ’09 campaign
Through the end of June, SPJST had issued 943 certificates. The goal of the Heritage ’09 Membership Drive is 2,009 certificates issued.
D IS T R I C T O NE
L o d ge N o . L o d ge N a m e
1 9 13 17 38 39 51 57 67 94 106 141 169 171
Fayetteville Snook Dime Box New Tabor Kovar Bryan Ellinger Gonzales Schulenburg Wheelock La Grange Sealy Brenham Lockhart
Ce r t i f i c a t e s Issu ed
3 3 2 7 2 0 1 0 5 1 0 1 0 1
Warrenton Caldwell Centerville Bryan-College Station Bleiblerville-Nelsonville Luling Bastrop*
D I S TR IC T T WO
L o d ge N o . L o d ge N a m e
15 18 20 24 29 47
Buckholts Elgin Granger Cyclone Taylor Seaton
Beyersville Lovelady Holland Temple Rosebud Austin Rockdale Academy Falls County Round Rock Bruceville-Eddy West Austin* Morgan’s Point Salado* Marble Falls*
D IS TRIC T THRE E
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
5 6 25 35 54 66 84 92 101 130 135 154 178 180 183 204 205 206 210 211 216 224 226 244 253 264 267
5 0 10 24 -1 4 0 2 11 4 1 -3 7 0 0
C ert if icat es Issu ed
Pilot Point-Tioga Cottonwood Ennis Elk West Waco Dallas Fort Worth Gainesville Dallas Ennis Fort Worth Longview Burleson Arlington Stephenville Terrell Mexia Fairfield* Palestine* Tyler* Waxahachie* Corsicana* Clarksville* Mineral Wells* Plano* DFW (all members reassigned)
2 0 4 -1 1 -13 1 3 0 1 1 -1 0 0 -5 0 1 6 0 0 0 -1 1 0 0 2 0
D I ST R I C T FO U R
The listing below shows the certificates issued in each lodge. A youth club listing also appears following the lodge listing. 179 186 188 189 201 234 260
48 74 80 87 89 155 174 177 182 187 200 237 246 268 270
0 3 4 6 0 0 0 C ert if icat es Issu ed
1 1 8 7 10 29
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
49 73 76 157 160 207 209 215 219 222 229 230 235 238 242 245 256 257 265 272
Rowena Seymour Wichita Falls Lubbock San Angelo Iowa Park Brownwood* South Plains El Paso Vernon* Abilene Midland Junction* Goldthwaite* Amarillo* Fort Stockton* Denver City* Alpine* Odessa* Del Rio*
C ert if icat es Issu ed
10 0 8 -21 13 1 -1 3 46 1 1 -2 0 0 -2 0 -3 0 1 -9
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DIS TRI CT FI V E
L o d ge N o . L o d ge N a m e
65 81 88 91 139 142 149 156 162 172 175 181 191 196 227 228 231 232 255 262 274
Crosby Needville Houston Crosby Danbury Houston Alvin Baytown Iowa Colony Pasadena Rosenberg Conroe Lufkin Houston-West Onalaska* Cleveland* Angleton* Mid-Houston* Katy Galveston* Nacogdoches*
D I S TR IC T SI X
L o d ge N o . L o d ge N a m e
4 8 10 23 28 30 32 40 41 63 97 125 143 148 151 153 184 223 240 261 269
Hallettsville Weimar Shiner Moravia East Bernard Taiton Victoria El Campo-Hillje Port Lavaca Sweet Home Placedo Westhoff Inez El Maton Wharton La Salle Moulton Palacios Bay City Goliad* Rockport*
239 247 250
251 258 271
1 3 27 1 2 0 0 4 0 21 0 0 -1 -6 0 0 0 0 32 0 0
C ert if icat es Issu ed
DI S T RICT S EV E N
L o d ge N o . L o d ge N a m e
26 79 93 107 117 133 164 185 202 217
C ert if icat es Issu ed
7 0 2 1 1 13 25 50 -6 0 3 0 7 2 1 0 0 -2 -41 0 0
C ert if icat es Issu ed
Skidmore Corpus Christi Hobson Floresville Robstown San Antonio Rio Hondo New Braunfels Jourdanton Alice* (all members reassigned) Hondo San Marcos Harlingen (all members reassigned) Pearsall (all members reassigned) Seguin Laredo
• Denotes lodge has not been chartered. —SPJST—
1 44 0 -11 0 2 0 3 0 -19 -4 3 0 0
1 -98
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SPJST Youth Clubs’ June Heritage ’09 Update
D IS TRI CT O NE Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d ge N o . Yo u t h C l u b N a m e
1 9 13 17 186
Fayetteville Youth Club Snook Youth Club Dime Box Youth Club New Tabor Youth Club Caldwell Youth Club
D I S TR IC T T WO Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d ge N o . Yo u t h C l u b N a m e
18 20 24 29 47 48 80 246
C e r t i f i c at e s Issu ed
1 4 1 7 3
C e r t i f i c at e s Issu ed
Elgin Youth Club Granger Youth Club Cyclone Youth Club Taylor Youth Club Seaton Youth Club Beyersville Youth Club Holland Youth Club Morgan’s Point Youth Club
DI S TRICT THRE E Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d ge N o . Yo u t h C l u b N a m e
6 25 54 84 92 154 183
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Cottonwood Youth Club Ennis Youth Club West Youth Club Dallas Youth Club Fort Worth Youth Club Fort Worth Youth Club Arlington Youth Club
1 2 1 7 6 1 4 1
C e r t i f i c at e s Issu ed
3 1 0 1 2 0 1
SPJST records 423 referrals in Heritage ’09 program through June
DI ST RI CT F O UR Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d ge N o . Yo u t h C l u b N a m e
215 219 229
South Plains Youth Club El Paso Youth Club Abilene Youth Club
DIS T RI CT F I VE Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d ge N o . Yo u t h C l u b N a m e
88 142 162
Houston Youth Club Houston Youth Club Iowa Colony Youth Club
DI ST RI CT SI X Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d ge N o . Yo u t h C l u b N a m e
4 30 32 40 97 148
1 12 1
C e r t i f i c at e s Issu ed
10 1 0
C e r t i f i c at e s Issu ed
Hallettsville Youth Club Taiton Youth Club Victoria Youth Club El Campo-Hillje Youth Club Placedo Youth Club El Maton Youth Club
D I S TR IC T SE V E N Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d ge N o . Yo u t h C l u b N a m e
79 107 185 202
C e r t i f i c at e s Issu ed
6 6 13 22 1 0
C e r t i f i c at e s Issu ed
Corpus Christi Youth Club Floresville Youth Club New Braunfels Youth Club Jourdanton Youth Club —SPJST—
13 1 2 1
Consistency Club Minimum of two certificates issued each month for two or more consecutive months.
~ District One ~ Susan Skrabanek Lodge 17, New Tabor ~ District Two ~ Patsy Koslovsky Lodge 47, Seaton Betty Barton (4) Lodge 87, Temple ~ District Four ~ Frances Aleman Lodge 49, Rowena ~ District Six ~ Minerva Garcia Lodge 4, Hallettsville
Silvia Perry (2) Lodge 32, Victoria Robert Solis, Jr. Lodge 32, Victoria Sheldon Holub, FIC (5) Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje James Kocurek (5) Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje ~ District Seven ~ Carlos Eureste Lodge 247, San Marcos Number in ( ) denotes consecutive months.
Through the end of June 2009, the following members made referrals during the Heritage ʼ09 Membership Drive. (Green denotes youth.) Lodge Memberʼs Name Referrals Tamara Gettys 1 0 0 Amanda Parks 1 0 Clarissa Ramirez 1 0 Dawn Simpson 1 D.J. Svetlik 1 0 0 Joann Wells 1 4 Shirley Kalmus 4 Dorothy Kucera 6 6 17 Sierra Cash 1 17 Tabor Dowell 2 17 Trey Groce 2 17 Dillon Narro 1 17 Alexia Perkkio 1 18 Brandon Bowen 2 24 Margaret Campbell 6 24 Peggy Sue Chastain 8 24 Allison Evatt 1 24 Tyler Evatt 1 24 Lori Slack 7 24 Harold Vanicek 1 25 Allis Droste 1 29 Elaine Machu 2 29 Edmond Tate, Jr. 1 32 Natalie Rendon 1 32 Nikolas Rendon 1 32 Norma Rendon 1 40 Brad Bacak 10 40 Samantha Brener 3 40 Carmen Kocurek 61 47 Brady Alexander 2 47 Chase Alexander 1 47 Sandra Dubcak 1 47 Ruth Hanusch 11 47 Crystal Morris 1 47 Cynthia Hutka 8 47 Lisa Mills 7 47 Katherine Morris 6 47 Colton Regan 1 47 James Skrabanek 2 47 Windee Skrabanek 2
47 47 47 48 66 66 80 80 80 80 80 84 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 89 107 107 117 133 162 162 177 177 186 186 186 187 200 200 229 229 229 246 246 246 246 246 258
Dorothy Stuchly Doris Tyroch Donica Zabcik Devin Muston Roger Berry Dana McAdams Frank Horak Carol Wolf Curtis Wolf Doni Powell Socorro Wolcott Ben Jarma Michelle Flores Brent Hegwood Sydney Jurchak Stephanie Lenart Mary Roznovsky Betty Theiss Sylvia Williamson Lisa Kirby Laura Pavliska Michael Ploch Frances McDonald Maribel Casanova Alyssa Moyle Avery Moyle Janie Coakley Linda Johnson Christian Brinkman Kyle Brinkman Grace Vann Mary Mozee Peggy Brewer Margaret Santana Christine Brooks Tammy Copeland Kayla Willcoxson Karen Franklin Sue Moore Ann Paruzinski Marissa Salinas Susan Shofner Chester Jenke
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District Six Insurance Issued/Earned Premium Minerva Garcia Lodge 4, Hallettsville
District Lodges of the Month Lodge must have at least four certificates issued during month. Number in ( ) is certificates issued.
District Two—Lodge 80, Holland (5) District Three—Lodge 264, Plano (6) District Four—Lodge 219, El Paso (9) District Six—Lodge 32, Victoria (15) District Seven—Lodge 79, Corpus Christi (10)
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The Fine Art of Fraternalism Part 1
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International Sport and Cultural Festival (22nd American Sokol Slet) • June 23 to 28, 2009 • Fort Worth, Texas
en, women, boys, and girls attending the 2009 International Sport and Cultural Festival were invited to participate in “The Fine Art of Fraternalism” project. As with any collaborative effort, The Fine Art of Fraternalism provided festival attendees with the opportunity to gather, interact, and build relationships. By week’s end, participants created two works of art that reflected their collective imagination and creativity. It was all to make a point: “There are many wonderful things in life that will never be done if you don’t do them. Working together, we can make a positive difference!” Project participants were encouraged to sign the registry so they can be acknowledged as contributing artists. The paintings are displayed in the SPJST Home Office gallery in Temple, Texas.
A bo ut SPJS T Fraternalism and fraternal life insurance are founded upon the principle that every individual is his “brother’s keeper,” and that each of us has a responsibility to help each other. Fraternalism remains a time-honored concept. This spirit of “doing good for each other” was expressed in the loosely organized and semi-religious societies of ancient Greece which provided financial aid to their members in time of sickness and death. In addition to providing financial support to the families of departed members, these early fraternal societies recognized the social need of human beings for companionship. As such, these early societies and guilds provided a way for people to meet at friendly gatherings. The Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas (Slovanska Podporujici Jednota Statu
Texas) was founded in this spirit by Czech pioneers in Texas in 1897. It was founded in the Czech language because its founders knew that language best. The Society continues to emphasize the importance of Czech heritage and culture. SPJST’s mottoes are Benevolence, Humanity, and Brotherhood. Further, SPJST seeks to instill patriotism into the hearts of its members. Throughout its existence, SPJST has fulfilled its financial obligations to its members and kept pace with the life insurance industry and today offers its members an extensive menu of life insurance options, including annuities and mortgage loans. For 112 years, SPJST lodges and members have worked hard to establish the Society’s reputation as a proactive, nonsectarian fraternal organization. Local lodges sponsor a wide range of family-oriented activities, including community service projects, recreational events, dances, picnics, choral and dance groups. The SPJST’s youth program provides boys and girls with a wealth of opportunities to achieve personal growth, fun, and scholarships. In 2009, there are more than 50,000 SPJST members in 114 lodges throughout Texas. They are taking the best that SPJST has to offer — a tradition of helping people to care for their families — and are extending these values to their communities. SPJST’s fraternal venue encompasses a broad range of adult- and youth-oriented activities and opportunities for community service. Numerous SPJST projects and members have been recognized statewide by the Texas Fraternal Congress and nationwide by the National Fraternal Congress of America. —SPJST—
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SPJST Lodge Se ct ion
Lodge 6 Cottonwood readies for picnic
President Milton Peterson called the meeting to order at 2 p.m. on July 5, 2009. The youth club led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance and SPJST motto. A moment of silence was observed for the sick and deceased of the lodge. Sister Georgie Soukup reported 31 members present and one guest. Sister Barbara Hykel read the minutes from the last meeting and gave the FAC report. She asked that anyone wishing to help Friday or Saturday before the picnic be sure to come. Sister Peggy Dobecka gave the treasurer’s report and the youth club report. The youth will be helping with games at the picnic. Brother George Straten gave the hall report. He reported four members into the lodge. They are Barbara Ann Swisher, Maddison Shae Carter, Kaylee Jo Andrle, and Chance Brockette. Sister Jerelene Lenart gave her sunshine report. She sent a get well card to Mark Halamik and a sympathy card to the Martha Prnka family. Brother Johnnie Krizan gave his talk. The lodge will again have a booth at Westfest. Anyone wishing to work, please get in touch with Johnnie. Birthdays for the month of July were Evelyn Bezdek, Peggy Dobecka, Henry Blahuta, and Evelyn Muehlstein. The progressive door prize winner of $10 was Patricia Mynar. The progressive door prize winner of $4 was Jerry Suttle. For the progressive door prizes, you have to be present. Attendance door prize winners were Irene Peterson, Barbara Hykel, and Jerry Kucera. Picnic—Sunday, July 19 The Lodge 6, Cottonwood picnic
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will be on July 19. There will be a fried chicken dinner with all the trimmings, games, auction, and more. Make plans to come have fun and help out the lodge. Remember, all roads lead to Cottonwood!
Next Meeting—August 2 The next meeting will be August 2 at 6 p.m. Dorothy Kucera Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 6 Lodge 8, Weimar: Cottonwood picnic ice cream, this Sunday sandwiches to be SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood in- served July 27
vites one and all to its 112th annual picnic this Sunday, July 19, 2009. The event will be held at Cottonwood Hall, three miles east of West, Texas, just south of FM Road 2114. Delicious fried chicken and sausage with all the trimmings will be served beginning at 11 a.m. Take-out and large plates - $7; small plates - $5. Take-out plates will be sold behind the hall. Games and the auction start at 12:30 p.m. Submitted by, Evelyn Bezdek —SPJST—
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Lodge 8, Weimar met Monday June 22, 2009, at the Veterans Hall. President Leo Jares called the meeting to order. Everyone stood to recite the Pledge of Allegiance, and we took a moment to remember our deceased and our sick members. All officers were present. We had 11 members and one visitor. JoAnn Jares read the minutes of the last meeting, and Henrietta Veselka gave the treasurer’s report. Barbara Veselka moved to accept the report, and Gene Veselka seconded it. It was approved as read. FAC Erline Janik reminded everyone of the Corpus Christi End-ofSummer Getaway in August and YAD in July. She wished all the fathers a happy Father’s Day. Sales Agent JoAnn Jares said she
SPJST participates in Senior’s Expo Wednesday, May 20, 2009 • Brazos Center in Bryan
The annual Senior’s Expo was held on Wednesday, May 20 at the Brazos Center in Bryan. The cities of Bryan and College Station in conjunction with local businesses coordinate the event to showcase how businesses and organizations in the Brazos Valley make the community a senior-friendly place to live. TOP PHOTOS: Districts Two and Three State Field Representative Hiram Dixon and sales agent Rhonda Stover, pictured working the
booth, and sales agent Linda Holubec and District One State Field Representative Bill Orsak (both not shown) worked the event. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: SPJST cookbook winner Barbara Charanza. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Mrs. Billie Sue Corry, right, of Franklin receives the grand prize - a $50 Red Lobster gift card from sales agent Rhonda Stover. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Donna Tisdale wins SPJST dominoes.
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will be contacting members to see if there are any changes to be made on their insurance certificates. This includes name and address changes, beneficiary changes, and/or increases in their coverages for life insurance. Carolyn and Melvin Tobola were celebrating their 50th anniversary on a cruise to Alaska. We wish them the best, and I’m sure they had very good time.
Next Meeting—July 27 We will have ice cream and sandwiches at our next meeting on Monday, July 27. Fraternally, JoAnn Jares, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 9, Snook to sponsor kolache 5K run
Donnie Hejl called the July 1, 2009, meeting of Lodge 9, Snook to order at 7:35 p.m. Grace and Robert Lewis led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. Ann Schoeneman read the minutes of the last meeting. They stood ap-
Lodge 18, Elgin welcomes new member
Lodge 18, Elgin welcomes new member Kaitlyn Jayne Bowen. Her parents are Michael Bowen and Vanessa Dill; grandparents are Lynne and Jay Schwartz, Sue and Floyd Bowen, and Lonnie Dill; and godparents are Sheryl Jones, and Brandon Bowen, and Andy Schwartz. —SPJST—
Kaitlyn Jayne Bowen
proved as read with two corrections. Bonnie Walker gave the FAC report. Donnie Hejl gave the hall manager’s report. Janice Victorick gave the treasurer’s report. Marie Shelfer gave the youth club report. There was 32 youth, four guests, and 12 adults present. District YAD will be held in Caldwell at the civic center on Sunday, July 26. District One Camp will be held at Cooper Farm July 17 to 19. The country store will be held Sunday, August 23 at the Hall during the Snook Volunteer Fire Department fund-raiser. Service project for next month will be to bring school supplies and toiletry products to be used in the Franklin Graham Project in November. Donnie Hejl will meet with a man to get an estimate on the solar guard screens for the hall. The lodge voted to be a sponsor for the Burleson County 4-H Exchange 5K Run to be held during the Kolache Festival in Caldwell in September. The next meeting will be held Wednesday, August 5 at 7:30 p.m. The youth club will meet at 6:30 p.m. James Schoeneman, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 15 Buckholts sets historical marker dedication
SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts, located at 600 State Highway 36 and 190 in Buckholts, Texas, will celebrate its 100th anniversary on Sunday, July 19, 2009. The event will begin at 3 p.m. with the dedication of a historical marker; 3:15 p.m. - program speakers; 3:45 p.m. - special music and visitation; 4 p.m. - refreshments served. Please make plans to attend. For more information, call (254) 593-2222. —SPJST—
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Lodge 1, Fayetteville member awarded SPJST Scholarship
J.W. Evans of Lodge 1, Fayetteville receives an SPJST Scholarship from District One Director Donnie Victorick on May 29, 2009. J.W. plans to attend Del Mar College in Corpus Christi and study aviation.
Lodge 24, Cyclone to host District Two YAD
Dear Readers, The June meeting of Lodge 24, Cyclone was held on Monday, June 9, 2009. President Daniel Wilde called the meeting to order around 7:15 p.m. We stood to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and remained standing for a moment of silence for all our sick and deceased members. We want to extend our sincere sympathy to the families of Harold Vanicek, Andrew Greger, Pauline Psencik, Bob Pritchard, and Maggie Schiller. Secretary Margaret Mikeska read the minutes from the previous meeting, and they were approved as read. Linda Wilde gave the treasurer’s report, and Wilbert Mikeska gave the bar report. Vice President Shirley Hoelscher reported on upcoming events. The Corpus Christi End-of-Summer Getaway is still happening so get your rooms booked. Youth Leader Joan Vanicek reported on the youth club meeting. It was held on June 7. The youth club has made plans to make a donation to ENC. The District Two Swim Party was held on Sunday, June 28 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the new Lions Junction Family Water Park on South 5th Street in Temple. Their next meeting will be held on July 1 at the hall at 6 p.m. We were happy to have District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky attend our meeting. She reported on District Two YAD which will be held on July 26 at Lodge 24.
We plan on making this a special day for all the youth so get your crafts and talent acts together, kids, and we will see you at YAD. We wish the best of luck to all the youth. Thank you so much, Patsy, for being here. Birthdays for June were Deborah Vanicek on June 6 and Pat Vanicek on June 11. Daniel and Linda Wilde celebrated their 33rd anniversary on June 5. We wish them many more years of happiness. We lost a very dear member of our lodge recently, and that was Harold Vanicek. He will be missed very much. He was a very hardworking and loyal member of our lodge. He was a very nice person, and I can’t begin to list all the ways he and his wife Doris helped at Lodge 24. We will also miss his cooking expertise. Our thanks to Daniel and Linda Wilde for a delicious meal of pizza and dessert and to Barbara Macek for cole slaw and tea. It was enjoyed by all attending. Fraternally, Theresa Klecka, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 25, Ennis to host wrestling match benefit
SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis will host a wrestling match benefit on Saturday, July 18 at the lodge hall, located at 1902 East Ennis Avenue. Doors open at 6 p.m.; bell time is at 8 p.m. Ringside tickets are $10 and general admission is $5. All proceeds will benefit Lodge 25 Youth Club. Food will be available. Come on out and support our youth! Fraternally, Cathy Krajca —SPJST—
Lodge 30, Taiton asks for YAD meal RSVPs
District Six Youth Achievement Day will be hosted by Lodge 30, Taiton at Taiton Community Center. We will serve a meal of hamburgers, chips, dessert, and iced tea for $5. Please call Marjorie Treumer (979) 578-2762 to order your meals. We will only be preparing for the number of orders that we get. Fraternally, Marjorie Treumer Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton barbecue cook-off set for July 17-18
Plan to attend SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton’s 17th Annual Barbecue CookOff on Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18, 2009, at Seaton Star Hall, located five miles east of Temple, just off Highway 53. This is a C.T.B.A. quad-cities cookoff. Friday night will include entertainment, hamburgers, and refreshments. Trophies and $2,500 in guaranteed prize money will be awarded in the cook-off. For complete cook-off information or to reserve cooking space, contact Edwin Pechal (254) 985-2282 or (254) 984-2255. —SPJST—
Lodge 51, Ellinger: dinner this Sunday
SPJST Lodge 51, Ellinger held its quarterly meeting on June 26, 2009 at Ellinger Fire Station at 6:30 p.m. The meeting date was changed due to the tragic death of Kyle Divin. Kyle was the 18-year-old son of John Divin, Jr. and grandson of Burdine Divin. Kyle was life-flighted to Brackenridge
Lodge 38, Kovar sponsors Texas State Championship team
Congratulations to the 2008-2009 Smithville Lady Tigers Select Basketball League. They won first place in the Texas State Championship. The team was proudly sponsored by SPJST Lodge 38, Kovar. —Submitted by Chelsea Mikulenka of Lodge 38, Kovar
Hospital in Austin where he passed away June 13. Funeral services for Kyle were held at Koenig-Strickland Funeral Home in La Grange on Wednesday, June 17 at 10 a.m. with Pastor Glenn Hohlt of St. John’s Lutheran Church of Ellinger officiating. Kyle was laid to rest at Fayetteville Brethren Church Cemetery next to his grandfather John C. Divin, Sr. President Calvin Hlinsky began the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. Then a moment of silence was held for our deceased members and our troops. The lodge picnic that will be held on Sunday, July 19 was discussed. A catered brisket and sausage meal will be served with a free-will donation taken. Bring an item for the silent auction and a dessert, if desired. Fifty-year pins will be presented to Edna Bergfeld, Mary Ann Hatfield, Lillian Miller, Edna Supak, and Norbert Supak. Burdine Divin, FAC —SPJST—
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Lodge 51, Ellinger catered dinner this Sunday
Dear Members, You and your family (persons living at home) are invited to attend our brisket and sausage catered dinner this Sunday, July 19, 2009, at Ellinger Chamber of Commerce Hall at 11:30 a.m. The meal will be served at 12:30 p.m. Bring a dessert, if desired. Come early for refreshments. Please make plans to attend. RSVP by July 12 to Burdine Divin (979) 249-5554; Edna Bergfeld (979) 732-3776; or Calvin Hlinsky (979) 378-2364. Free-will donations will be accepted, and we will have a prize drawing. Also, please bring an item for the silent auction that is between $5 and $10 in value. Suggestions are canned items, noodles, crafts, etc. Hope to see you there! Fraternally, Burdine Divin, FAC —SPJST—
Rhe a De e Eg ge mey er a n d S ha wn Ha r ve y e xch a n ge v ow s
Given in marriage by her father, Rhea Dee Elizabeth Eggemeyer and Shawn Matthew Harvey, both of the bride was lovely in an ivory Edna, exchanged double ring vows strapless, A-line gown with a corset on May 9, 2009, at the Edna home closure by Maggie Sottero. A dinner and dance was held of the groom’s parents Terry following the ceremony at and Pam Harvery. Justice SPJST Lodge 40, El of the Peace Bobby Campo-Hillje. The reDoelitsch officiated hearsal dinner was the tropical poolside hosted by the ceremony. groom’s parents The bride is the and held poolside daughter of Jenat their home. nifer Drozd of Following wedGanado and Vicding travel to tor and Mable South Padre IsEggemeyer of land, the couple Palacios and the will make their granddaughter of home in Edna. Virginia and Lee Rhea is a 2003 Hamons of Ganado. graduate of Ganado The groom is the High School, a 2004 son of Terry and Pam graduate of Wharton Harvery of Edna and the County Junior College grandson of Weyman and School of CosmeKatherine Harvey Mrs. Shawn Harvey tology and is emand Thelma Luployed by Mustang naas, all of Edna. Matron of honor was the bride’s Creek BBQ. Shawn is a 2001 graduate of Edna sister Cody Morton. Flower girl was Savannah Morton niece of the bride. High School and is operations manShane Michael Harvey of Edna ager of Lamar Outdoor Advertising. Rhea Dee is a member of SPJST served his brother as best man. Ring bearer was Ty Morton, nephew of Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje. —SPJST— the bride.
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Lodge 66, Waco welcomes visitors
The meeting was called to order by President Milan Dujka, III on June 21, 2009, at 2:30 p.m. at Linden Hall in Elm Mott with all officers present. There were 22 members present and three guests — Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride and wife Frances and District Three Director Johnnie Krizan. The flag was presented, and members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and motto. Members stood for a moment of silent prayer for deceased members Alton Tadlock, Gary Moore, Bobby Stripling, Ray Supak, and Doris Glatter. Secretary Sister Dana McAdams read the minutes of the May 17 meeting, and they were approved as read. Sister Darlene Engelke read a thank you note for the donations that were made to ENC. Sister Dana McAdams read correspondence from Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez at the Home Office listing the tournaments for 2010. State Progressive 42 Domino Tournament - January 9, 2010; State Tarok - February 6; State Straight Domino - March 6; State 42 April 3; State Horseshoe - May 15. Sister Dana also read a letter from District Three Director Johnnie Krizan concerning matters at the May 17 meeting at Lodge 66. Chairman of the Board Brother George Pauling reported that the board met today and had secretary of the board Sister Darlene Engelke read the minutes of that meeting. Chairman of the Entertainment
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Lodge 66, Waco recognizes members
Congratulations to Irene Mueller, who is Lodge 66, Waco Mother of the Year, and John Engelke, who is Lodge 66, Waco Father of the Year. RIGHT PHOTO: Happy birthday to Darlene Engelke who celebrated her birthday in June at the Lodge 66 meeting.
Committee Sister Janie Dujka reported that today barbecue on bun and ice cream will be served. For the July 19 meeting, sausage, baked beans, parsley potatoes, and desserts will be served. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Sister Mary Alice Langlotz reported that she received her monthly letter from State FAC Chester Jenke. Sister Dorothy Veselka gave the Cheer and Condolence report. She sent sympathy cards to the Alton Tadlock family on the death of Alton; to the Brian Vanicek family on the death of his brother; to the Gus Kocian family on the death of his brother Walter; to Anton Glatter on the death of his wife Doris; to Irene Mueller on the death of his sister-in-law Doris Glatter; to the Gary Moore family on the death of Gary; and to the Bobby Stripling family on the death of Bobby. Sister Veselka then congratulated
John and Diana Engelke on their 35th wedding anniversary on June 22 and congratulated Butch Dujka on the birth of his first grandchild Braden on June 14. Brother Louie Veselka reported that there were no grievances. Youth Leader Sister Debbie Galler reported that Eric Wallace had a great time at LIT Retreat. He won third place on the fudge he made for YAD. Sister Debbie handed out gifts to the fathers for Father’s Day. Thank you. District Three Director Johnnie Krizan spoke on various SPJST matters. He congratulated Brother Gene and Sister Dorothy Gerlich on the winning of their granddaughter Gene Weeks as District Three Queen. Gena is a member of Lodge 183, Arlington. Bookkeeper Sister Diana Engelke gave the bookkeeping report. State Vice President Gene McBride congratulated all mothers and fathers for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.
He spoke on various SPJST matters. He answered questions Lodge 66 members were concerned about. Thank you for your interesting input. Sister Darlene Engelke read names of candidates for membership. Larry Matula wrote up David T. Siefert. SPJST wrote up a certificate on George W. Berry, Jr. Both were accepted into Lodge 66. Sister Darlene Engelke read resolutions of sympathy on Bobby Stripling, Ray Supak, Alton Tadlock, Doris Glatter, and Gary Lynn Moore. May they rest in peace. It was suggested that a monetary donation be made to Caritas in memory of our deceased members. June birthday celebrant was Darlene Engelke. Winner of 50-50 was Janie Dujka. Door prizes were donated by SL Vice President Gene McBride. Thank you, Brother Gene. Winners were Debbie Galler - salsa; Mary Lou Urbanek - apron; Leeann Dujka water container; Brenda Busby - ice chest; Janie Dujka - thermometer; Darlene Engelke - cap; and Irene Mueller - mug.
Next Meeting—July 19 The next Board of Directors and Entertainment Committee meetings will begin at 2 p.m. on July 19 with the regular lodge meeting beginning at 2:30 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 3:50 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka —SPJST—
Lodge 177, Academy supports community organizations
LEFT PHOTO: Temple Chief of Police Gary Smith, left, accepts a $500 donation from Lodge 177, President Otis Beck. The funds are for Operation Fast Track, a program designed to help with the rapid recovery of missing persons with mental disabilities who have developed wandering tendencies. CENTER PHOTO: Christine Beck, right, of
Lodge 177 presents Tanechea Merida, team development coordinator of the American Cancer Society, with a check for $500. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 177 First Vice President Louis Driska, left, presents a check for $600 to Coleman Benner of Holland Volunteer Fire Department.
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Lodge 79 Corpus Christi celebrates Fatherʼs Day
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi celebrated Father’s Day with a meal of fried chicken and all the trimmings. After the delicious meal, the meeting was called to order by President Mark Rebecek on June 21, 2009. Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and all officers were present. We had a moment of silence for all departed fathers. On our sick list was Brother Jerry Elzner. We wish him a speedy recovery and look forward to having him at our next meeting. The May minutes and treasurer reports were read and approved. Jerry Sijansky gave his FAC report. A motion was made by Sister Virginia Rebecek to make our monthly donation to ALS. Motion carried. The youth club report was given by Meredyth Isle in the absence of President Brock Donnell. The youth club is working with a retirement complex to make packages for the troops overseas. Also, they worked on the Vestnik project and made Father’s Day cards. The $25 door prizes were won by Mark Rebecek and Dallas Marek.
Next Meeting—July 19 Our next meeting will be July 19 with the main dish being chicken fried steak. Members are asked to bring a side dish. The meeting adjourned at 3:09 p.m. Fraternally, Virginia Rebecek, Secretary —SPJST—
meeting. Treasurer Paula Weir gave the financial report. It was accepted as pre-
sented. Risa Pajestka gave the FAC report. An audit report needs to be made
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before the August meeting. Sister Rita announced that the membership needed to vote to pay li-
Prepare for eagle landing
Burleson-area resident Betty Shelton along with a host of other community volunteers and veterans are still awaiting the arrival of the city’s first life-size, commemorative eagle. As coordinator for the Eagle Project, Shelton was among those who turned out for an SPJST check donation Tuesday (June 23) at Renfro Square. SPJST members donated $1,400 to help fund the cost of the commemorative statue which will honor area veterans. The total cost of the eagle is $15,000, and Shelton is still raising funds to finish the project. “This means we are at the end and we only lack a few more dollars,” Shelton said. “The eagle is secured but whatever we have left over, they are going to build a monument up front, and we hope to have enough to get bricks for people. SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek supports the event because the organization focuses primarily on patriotic projects across the state. “The main reason we are here is our lodge is involved in the project, and you can’t get any more patriotic than this,” Vanicek said. “This project recognizes the contributions our veterans have made over the years, and we’re proud to be here today. “I think the statue is going to be awesome and looking at the 12 feet prototype, and I can just imagine the real statue will be really inspiring,” he added. Local SPJST Lodge 180, Burleson President Bill Slavik also believes it preserves American freedoms. “It’s real important to have this type of symbol in our community for those people who have served in the military,” Slavik said. “We all have family who have dedicated their time and efforts to the military. This project is the type of project we try to work with because it’s something that will have a community result.” Slavik’s wife, Carole, is also a strong veteran supporter
and once the Eagle Project is complete, the patriotic couple plan to continue supporting other similar projects. “We’ve always been very proud of our veterans and we want to be a part of helping Burleson show support for the veterans,” Carole said. “I have lived in the community for 38 years, and projects like this one are wonderful because it shows our growth. At first, many of us weren’t real favorable toward the expansion, but you can’t stop growth.” Military Order of the Purple Heart representative Paul DeVault was please when he learned about the commemorative eagle and praised Shelton. “I think this is a very good project, and Betty has done a lot for the veterans in this community,” Devault said. “I was in the Army from 1945 to 1971, and I’m here today to show my support for my fellow veterans.” Other supporters include Burleson-area resident Loren Story who was equally excited about the positive impact the Eagle Project will have on the community. “I served in Vietnam from 1967 to 1968, and I think it’s a great honor for all the veterans,” Story said. “There is no comparison between the reception that veterans receive today compared to what we received back then. We were treated badly back then, but the troops are today getting a lot more support than what they did when I first came back.” The statue will stand at seven feet perched on a 3.5 foot stone with a 12-foot wingspan. The stone will be adorned with plaques representing all military branches. Shelton hopes to raise the additional funds needed and have the eagle installed at Renfro Square within the coming weeks.
LEFT PHOTO: Members of SPJST presented a check for $1,450 to community volunteer Betty Shelton during a patriotic gathering at Renfro Square in Burleson June 23. The funds will be used to purchase a life-size bronze eagle which will stand at city hall in honor of local veterans. From left, Heart for the Kids members Robby Kinney, Alice Swanson, Gay Null, Peggy Gibson, Patsy Treece, SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, SPJST District Three Director Johnnie Krizan, Betty Shelton, SPJST Lodge 180 Treasurer Carole Slavik, SPJST Lodge 180 President Bill Slavik and C.M. Sanders. RIGHT PHOTO:
Community representatives and veterans are pictured with SL President Vanicek, Director Krizan, Carole and Bill Slavik, and Lodge 180 Secretary Rhonda Hurtik, front, center. Not pictured but also attending the ceremony were the mayor of Burleson and City of Burleson representatives. “Lodge 180 is very proud of SPJST’s generosity in making this sizeable contribution for the veteran’s memorial statue,” Treasurer Carole Slavik says. “Director Krizan’s interest in our lodge and communicating that message to SL President Vanicek made this contribution a reality.”
Article and Photos by Synthia Bell • Burleson Star • July 1, 2009
Editor’s Note: The article and photos were featured in the July 1, 2009, issue of Burleson Star. Thanks to the Burleson Star for reprint permission. —SPJST—
Lodge 80, Holland votes to give donation
SPJST Lodge 80, Holland was called to order on July 2, 2009, at 5 p.m. by Vice President Rita Spinn in the absence of President Doni Powell. Membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance for departed members. Secretary Linda Hill was absent. (She came in during the meeting). Sales agents absent were Vicki Slye and Jim Wiest. A motion was made to dispense with reading the minutes of the June
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ability and other insurance premiums. A motion was made and seconded to pay the insurance. Motion carried. A motion was made and seconded to support the Pee Wee football in the amount of $200 (out of bingo account). Motion carried. Another motion was made to move $5,000 from the bingo account to the special account. Motion carried. Frank Pajestka, Jr. made a motion to change tonight’s bingo format, seconded by Cyril Pajestka. Motion carried. Having a July birthday was Regina Peevy. Dan Balusek was still on the sick list. Frank Pajestka, Jr. moved to give Tony Sladecek $100 to replace a piece of metal in the “No Parking” area. Motion carried. A motion was made and seconded to give the American Legion Post 526 $500 from the bingo account since there will be no bingo here Saturday night, July 4. Motion carried. Those winning in the drawing were Rick Benner, Arthur Peevy, Monica McDougal, Curtis Wolf, and Estelle Coker. The meeting adjourned at 5:20 p.m. Next Meeting—August 1 The next meeting will be August 1. See you then! Fraternally, Estelle Coker, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 80, Holland to honor 50-year members August 1
At the August 1, 2009, meeting of Lodge 80, Holland, we will honor our 50-year members. We hope you can come and let us thank you and recognize you for your membership in our Society and lodge. The members we plan to honor are Larry Gene Barabas, Brenda L. Boland, Betty L. Pausewang, and Terry Ann Fuchs. The meeting begins at 4 p.m. with the board of directors meeting at 3:30 p.m. We hope to see you there. Guests are welcome. Respectfully submitted, Risa Pajestka, FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas announces important dates
Dear Members, President Yeager called our monthly meeting to order on June 22, 2009, at 7:49 p.m. with the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silence for our departed member Brother Bogie. May he rest in peace. President Yeager welcomed
Lodge 219, El Paso recognizes sales agent contest winners
SPJST Lodge 219, El Paso President Arnulfo Rivera, left, congratulates three contest winners at a luncheon at Landry’s Restaurant held on June 25, 2009. Winners are, left to right, Hilda R. Escajeda, Bertha Rodriguez, and Alejandro Rivas. Thanks to each of them who participated. —Submitted by Baltazar Nunez, Reporter
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Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club to Stuff the Bus
Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club is spreading the word. We will collect school supplies Saturday, July 25, 2009, at Super S Grocery in Poteet, Texas, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. This collection will benefit children who need assistance. Pictured, front, left to right, Sammy Hoggard, Samara and Angel Valdez, Amanda Hoggard, Kelly House, Isabella and Liliana Wiederhold. BACK: Travis and Veronica Barta, Stephen Mazur, Lane Hoggard, Cassandra Reyes, Miranda Wiederhold, and Michelle House. —Submitted by Mary Ann Barta, Lodge 202, Jourdanton Reporter
Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek and son Sam to the meeting. Later, President Vanicek offered or suggested ways to market our lodge for rental, etc. Correspondence was read by Secretary Cherri Petr which included a thank you card from Betty Olson for a get well greeting. Sunshine Lady JoAnne Manak sent a get well card to Sister Lillie Jones and a sympathy card to Alice Bogie, loss of husband, and to Sister Bessie Petr, loss of sister. There are so many members to be thanked for donating time and work this past month. Thanks to Brother CJ Novak for cleaning the floor in the conference room. For decorating and setting up for YAD, thanks to Sisters Jerri Becan, Martha Mahdak, Joyce Brinke, Lyn Olds, and Bessie Petr and Brother Jim Liska and daughter Sister Elizabeth Liska. A big thank you to Brothers Jerry Manak, Jim Liska, Randy Petr, and Richard Andreason for the yard work they did. Also, thanks to Brother Jim Liska who worked on the air conditioning and ceiling tiles. Youth Leader Bessie Petr announced that District Three YAD, which was held at our lodge on June 20, was well attended. She commented that there were many entries that were judged and awards presented. Our youth will have a large
representation at State YAD on August 1.
Dates to Remember Sunday, July 19—Lodge 84 will hold its monthly meeting starting at 2 p.m. with a potluck meal and bingo to follow. Please bring a side dish to share with your fellow members. Monday, July 27—Czech Culture meeting at the Sokol on Greenville Avenue starts at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 5—Youth club’s annual spaghetti dinner and bingo; doors open at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 22—Annual Princess Ball with music provided by The Ennis Czech Boys. The youth club invites you all to attend and enjoy these two evenings of fun and fellowship. Sunday, September 13—Czechfest at Lodge 84. This is a fund-raiser, so be sure to bring lots of money to spend. More details as it gets closer! We thank SL President Brian Vanicek for his visit and for the gifts he brought for a drawing; members who won went home happy! Brother Vanicek will be back on Wednesday, July 15 to follow up on further discussion from the June meeting. Respectfully, Rose Scott Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 133 San Antonio meets this Sunday
Members of Lodge 133, San Antonio will meet Sunday, July 19, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Activity Center. Please join us for our meeting and social. We look forward to seeing you there! Respectfully submitted, Jarolyn Popp, President —SPJST—
Lodge 215 South Plains member invites all to cookoff
Hi, Fellow Cookers and All You Other Folks! The time for the Sixth No Adult Supervision Barbecue and Chili Cookoff is approaching. July 25 is the date, and Tahoka, Texas, is the place. We will have the Saturday cookoff as always: Lone Star Barbecue Society sanctioned barbecue and bean cookoff and CASI sanctioned chili cookoff. Something new this year will be our inaugural Sunday CASI chili cookoff. We will have a 12:30 p.m. turn-in and get the judging finished as soon as possible so everyone can head home early. The cookoff is Saturday, July 25 and
Reunions
Reunion notices are published at no charge and as a benefit to our SPJST members. First-run announcements may be edited to fit the space. Thereafter, and until the week of the reunion date as space permits, notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Please include SPJST lodge name/number and contact phone number. Thank you!
Supak family
The descendants of Vaclav Supak and Katerina Urban Supak will meet for the 36th Supak reunion on Sunday, July 26, 2009, at Ellinger Chamber of Commerce hall. Registration begins at 10 a.m., and the meal will be served at 12 noon. Please bring items for silent and live auctions and a dessert. Please spread the word and remind all the family! For questions, please call (979) 378-2534. Submitted by, Jennifer Supak McCarthy Lodge 187, Round Rock
July 19 Janes-Posival families—at Buckholts Community Center. For information, call Betty Gommert (254) 593-4114. Submitted by Betty Gommert, Lodge 15, Buckholts. July 25 Miculka family—at Zion Lutheran Church, 303 North Hackberry Street, Moulton, Texas. Submitted by Adolph Mazac, Lodge 133, San Antonio. July 25 Marek family—at Morganʼs Point
Community Center, at the end of Morganʼs Point Boulevard. Submitted by Ruth Marek Cox, Lodge 24, Cyclone.
August 1 Descendants of John and Frances Dusek Shenkir—at Seaton Community Center in Seaton, Texas. For information, call Ann (817) 276-0363 or email ajnotxe@sbcglobal.net; Ruth (817) 275-3072 or email czechrk@att.net; or Norma (254) 6423387 or e-mail Normagrand11@aol.com. Submitted by, Ruth (Shenkir) Keith.
August 2 John and Eva Dujka Mogonye family—at St. Peterʼs Lutheran Church, 401 East Eighth Street, Elgin Texas. For information, contact Janelle Mogonye (512) 285-3972; or email jmogonye608@aol.com. Submitted by, Janelle Mogonye/Lodge 18, Elgin.
August 30 Descendants/families from HoveziHuslensky Village, Moravia, Czech Republic Ancestral Reunion—at Fayette Heritage Museum, 855 South Jefferson Street, La Grange, Texas 78945; phone (979) 968-3765. For information, or if you have connections to Hovezi, but cannot attend, please give us your name, contact phone number, or email so we can have you on our roster: Ted Kaspar - (979) 7982475; or email tokbrz@brazoriainet.com; T.J. Slansky (210) 824-0235 or email tjslansky@sbcglobal.net. Submitted by, Ted Kaspar. —SPJST—
Sunday, July 26 will benefit Lynn County Historical Commission. Categories are beef brisket, pork spare ribs, and one-half chicken. Entry fee is $65 for one or all meat categories. The entry fee for pinto beans is $10 (pays three places). The entry fee for Saturday CASI Chili (grind only) is $18; and the entry fee for Sunday CASI Chili (grind only) is $18. Cash prizes and awards will be presented for first, second and third places in each meat category. Awards will also be presented for fourth through 10th places. Lynn County residents will be eligible for county championship. Brisket will be judged for local bragging rights! Barbecue and beans contests are sanctioned by Lone Star Barbecue Society (LSBS). Chili contest is sanctioned by Chili Appreciation Society International (CASI). The rules of these organizations will be in effect. Fifteen full RV hookups are available for $30 for Friday and Saturday night (additional nights are $20 per night). Reservations will be required to hold your space. Limited water and electricity is available for all other cookers. Electricity fee is $10 for Friday and Saturday night. Call Mike Braddock (806) 759-0820 or (806) 998-5003. Please leave a message if no answer! The barbecue contacts are Kelly
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Draper (806) 781-8520 or (806) 5614961 or email kelly@noadultsupervision.com and Kim Draper (806) or email 778-0852 kim@noadultsupervision.com. The music contacts are Shiloh Braddock (806) 239-2306 or email shilohbraddockauctions@yahoo.com and Curry (806)441-3180 Ryan ryan.d.curry@gmail.com. Visit our website at www.noadultsupervision.com for updated information on the band line-up and other activities. Barbecue rules and information can be found at www.lonestarbarbecue.com. Chili rules and info can be found at www.chili.org. Tahoka is located 30 miles south of Lubbock. From Town and Country store (at the intersection of US 87 and US 380), go south on the west service road three-fourths mile to End of the Trail RV Park. You’re there! Submitted by, Kelly Draper Lodge 215, South Plains
Editor’s Note: Cookoff coordinators Kelly and Kim Draper and Mike and Shiloh Braddock are all members of SPJST Lodge 215, South Plains. —SPJST—
In Memoriam
Expression of Sympathy
We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge Hvezda Texasu, No. 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed brother, JOHN “JOHNNY” G. SUROVIK, age 63, who died at his farm on Friday, June 26, 2009. Graveside services were held at 10 a.m., Wednesday July 1 at Seaton Cemetery with Pastor Denise Mikeska officiating. Visitation was held 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 30 at Scanio-Harper Funeral Home. Brother Surovik was born May 6, 1946, in Bell County to John George and Elnora Vanicek Surovik. A lifelong resident of East Bell County, Mr. Surovik attended Lost Prairie School and graduated from Rogers High School in 1964. He farmed in the community for many years and was employed by Farm Equipment Services of Temple as a mechanic.
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He was a member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. Johnny was a kind and gentle man who enjoyed life’s simple pleasures. He was especially fond of Czech polkas and waltzes, especially as performed by the Vrazels Polka Band and Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five. Johnny is survived by cousins David Vanicek of Temple, Brian Vanicek of Temple, Marvin Vanicek of Kerrville, Ronnie Vanicek of Ballinger, Anna Vanicek Bradberry of Denver, Colorado, Dorothy Matl Greger of Temple, Margaret Matl Kubalek of Valparaiso, Nebraska, and Wallace Bartek of Temple. Memorials in honor of Johnny may be made to the SPJST Scholarship Fund, c/o SPJST Home Office; P.O. Box 100; Temple, Texas 76503. Resolution Committee Ruth Kohutek Joyce Skrabanek La Verne Vanicek —SPJST—
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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
State Youth Director: YAD and camp time
Dear Youth Leaders, We’re off to a great start with our 2009-2010 SPJST youth year! During the month of June alone, we have experienced and enjoyed Leaders-InTraining (LIT) Retreat at SPJST Education and Nature Center and Youth Achievement Days in Districts Three and Five. We have also experienced one great district camp in District Six at SPJST Education and Nature Center. That’s in addition to all of the chaperone training and local lodge activities that have also been taking place. LIT Retreat Our annual Leaders-In-Training Retreat June 13 and 14 provided a great opportunity for our older SPJST youth club members to come out and have fun and acquire some valuable skills. Thanks for your positive feedback on several of the sessions. Thanks to all
Special category cards, YAD changes due July 27
The last day that special category cards will be accepted for State Youth Achievement Day is Monday, July 27 at 5 p.m. If any first place district YAD winners cannot attend State YAD, please contact your DYC before July 27 so the second place winner can participate at State YAD and represent your district. DYCs, please call in your changes no later than 5 p.m. Monday, July 27 to SYD John Hoelscher (800) 727-7578
Questions? Call (800) 727-7578
of the LITs and chaperones for doing their part in keeping the camp neat and tidy the whole time we were there. I hope that everyone had a good time. The training that the LITs received this year will serve them well at their camps. Flag Day Contest Winners Congratulations to all of the winners in our Flag Day contest. The essay contest winners are: Grand Prize Winner Melinda McClellan Lodge 84, Dallas Grade Kindergarten to Age 8 April Dvorak Lodge 25, Ennis Ages 9 to 11 Melinda McClellan Lodge 84, Dallas Ages 12 to 14 Audree Williams Lodge 215, South Plains Ages 15 to High School Senior Mark Siptak Lodge 4, Hallettsville
For their efforts, each of the division winners will be receiving a $50 gift card. For winning the grand prize award, Melinda McClellan, who read her winning essay at the Flag Day celebration on June 14 in Temple at the William R. Courtney Veterans Home, has received a $150 gift card. Congratulations to all of our winners. In the Flag Day coloring contest, a total of 40 entries were received. Winners’ names were selected in a random drawing. The winners were Rendon Dobecka of Lodge 6, Cottonwood; Brandon Teplicek of 49, Rowena; Macy Narro of Lodge 17, New Tabor; and Adam Rosier of Lodge 162, Iowa Colony. District Youth Achievement Days Are Here Our District Youth Achievement Days are in progress. Please refer to the following schedule for your YAD. Youth leaders, please note that YAD cards are due to your DYC 20 days before your districts YAD. Please call your DYC for more information. District Youth Achievement Days and Camp Dates/Locations District One YAD—Sunday, July 26 Caldwell Civic Center District Two YAD—Sunday, July 26 Lodge 24, Cyclone District Four YAD—Saturday, July 18 Anson District Six YAD—Sunday, July 19 Taiton Community Center
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This year’s camp theme is, “SPJST Youth – Czech Us Out.” Call your DYC for more information. District One Camp—July 16 to 19 SPJST ENC Cooper Farm in Ledbetter District Three Camp—July 24 to 27 Buffalo Ridge in Whitney District Four Camp—July 24 to 26 Camp Butman in Merkel District Seven Camp—July 23 to 26 Echo Hill Ranch in Medina
Camp Tee-Shirts Still Available This year’s camp tee-shirts are available for sale. If you have not ordered your shirts yet, we still have some available for purchase. Tee-shirts will be delivered to summer camp, or you can have them mailed to you.
Grilled Chili Dogs If you and your youth club would like to plan to take a trip to the SPJST museum, we will still provide a lunch for your group. All you have to do is give me a call about a week before your group wants to come, and I make the best grilled chili dogs you have ever had at no charge to your club! Fraternally, John Hoelscher State Youth Director —SPJST—
SPJST Summer Camp Summer camps are also coming up. Listed below are the dates and locations of all the district summer camps.
Lodge 4, Hallettsville Youth Club Honors Graduate
Lodge 4, Hallettsville Youth Club honored graduating high school senior Christopher Vanek on Sunday, June 14, 2009, at the youth club meeting. Christopher is a graduate of Sacred Heart Catholic School in Hallettsville. He will attend Victoria College then University of Texas. Christopher, pictured third from left, was pre-
sented a cake and Wal-Mart gift card by, left to right, Jonathan Vahalik, Jonathan Vanek, Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus, Sarah Siptak, and Mark Siptak. RIGHT PHOTO: Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus, second from right, congratulates Christopher. Also pictured are proud parents James and Monica Vanek and brother Jonathan.
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District One camp July 17 - 19 SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm
Attention, Youth of District One! I am so excited to be having District One camp at the SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter. I have 110 campers registered to attend this year which should prove to be nothing less than a challenge. Our camping session will be shorter this year due to the lack of cabin facilities at Cooper Farm. Our camp dates are Friday, July 17 at 3 p.m. to Sunday, July 19 at 9 a.m. We will all be sleeping in the air
conditioned dining hall. There will be a limited number of air mattresses, so bring your own (with a pump) if you would like. Sleeping bags are also recommended instead of separate sheets, blankets, etc. Do not bring personal fans due to safety hazard of electrical cords. Because there are no cabins, there are also limited numbers of showers available. We might just put you in your swimsuit, give you a handful of liquid soap, and hose you off with a water hose. Our water activities this year will be at Fayette Lake so bring a life jacket if you have one. There is also a water trampoline at the pond at Cooper Farm that will require a life jacket. We will be fishing, shooting
BB guns, hiking, playing horseshoes and washers, and doing archery at the ENC facility. All of this in one day — sounds exciting! Our night activities will include a dance, movies, horseshoe tournament, and indoor rodeo. Attention, Parents! I am extending an invitation for you to come to camp on Saturday, July 18 to participate in the day’s activities. Please let me know if you plan to attend so that adequate food can be prepared. The best way to reach me is by e-mail (spjst@aol.com). We will be doing the Adopt-aHighway and Adopt-a-County Road project on Friday afternoon. Please dress comfortably and bring closed-toe shoes for all activities (ex-
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cept water activities). Below is a list of items you need to bring to camp:
• changes of clothes • Tennis shoes — no flip flops or sandals allowed • Water shoes (for shower/lake) • Swimsuit — We will be in open water (no swimming pool) so bring old suit • Bedding — bring a sleeping bag/pillow and light cover. We will be sleeping in the dining hall on air mattresses. Bring one if you have one. The number of mattresses at camp are limited. • Towels and toiletries • Flashlight — a must! • Life jacket — if you have one
SPJST July Vestnik Project - The Fine Art of Fraternalism This project earns a maximum of 1 point in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Points System. Mail completed project no later than July 31, 2009 to: SPJST Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503
Name______________________________________________________________________ Age______________ Lodge______________
The Fine Art of Fraternalism
Men, women, boys and girls attending the 2009 International Sport and Cultural Festival June 17 - 20 in Fort Worth, Texas participated in “The Fine Art of Fraternalism” project. As with any fraternal activity, the project provided Festival attendees with the opportunity to have a little fun and in the process get to know each other better. By week’s end, participants created two works of art that reflected their creativity and spirit. SPJST organized the project to make a point: “There are many wonderful things in life that will never be done if you don’t do them. Working together, we can make a positive difference!” The SPJST is a fraternal organization founded on the idea of doing good for each other and for the communities that we seek to serve. Our youth mission is to provide a well-rounded educational, patriotic and social program. We also like to have fun!
Finishing Touch! A gymnast from Venezuela adds her touch to “The Fine Art of Fraternalism” project sponsored by SPJST at the 2009 International Sport and Cultural Festival. Hundreds of men, women, boys and girls made their mark on the two large canvases which are now on display at the SPJST Home Office in Temple, Texas.
The SPJST Youth Program reflects “The Fine Art of Fraternalism” in many ways. Through active participation in local SPJST Youth Clubs and Statewide events, members between the ages of five and 18 acquire team-building skills, establish lifelong friendships and develop a greater awareness of the common bonds that we all share. Many local youth clubs also work with local school, church, civic groups or their mother lodge on programs that address local needs. SPJST summer camps, now in full swing, foster a sprit of cooperation, form an appreciation of the natural environment and help campers achieve their leadership potential. Summer is also the time of year for SPJST Youth Achievement Days (YAD). SPJST sponsors YAD competitions at the District and State levels as an educational activity for SPJST youth club members, enabling contestants to field entries in a range of areas including arts and crafts, music, dance, drama and public speaking. The SPJST also strongly encourages its outstanding young members to continue their educational development. Since it began in 1983, the SPJST Scholarship Program has awarded more than $1 million to deserving college-bound youth. Working together, men, women, boys and girls are making a positive difference through the SPJST Youth Program. SPJST Youth Leaders and District Youth Counselors provide the supervision and direction necessary to keep our youth members on track and involved. Adult leaders, SPJST personnel and Leaders-in-Training assist them in their efforts. After reading about “The Fine Art of Fra ternalism, answer the three questions below: 1. Working together, we can make a ______________ ______________. 2. The SPJST’s youth mission is to provide a well-rounded ________________, ________________, and ________________ program. 3. Since it began in 1983, the SPJST Scholarship Program has awarded more than ________________________ to deserving college-bound youth.
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(camp has a limited number of life jackets) • Fishing poles — if you want to fish! • Air mattress (if you have one) • Water guns
Please label all items with your name. All items need to fit in a plastic tote.
Things Not Allowed at Camp • Food or snacks of any type (we’ll have plenty) • Electronic devices (cell phones, CD players, game boys, etc) • Valuable items (District One is not responsible for lost or stolen items) • Knives, tobacco, fireworks or other such stuff • Flip flops and sandals
I am so looking forward to the first of many years at SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm and seeing you at District One Camp on July 17 to 19. Fraternally, Susan Skrabanek District One Youth Counselor —SPJST—
District One YAD Sunday, July 26 Caldwell Civic Center
Dear Readers, District One Youth Achievement Day will be held on Sunday, July 26, 2009, at the Caldwell Civic Center, located on Highway 21 in Caldwell. Registration of all craft, talent and royalty will begin at 10:30 a.m. and last until 11:30 a.m. All workers need to arrive by 10:15 a.m. There will be no lunch served this year. Beseda dancers are asked to be ready in costume at 12:30 p.m. for picture taking. The program will begin at 1 p.m. The order of competition is: Merit Point Awards Beseda Exhibition Senior Group Talent Junior Group Talent Youth Achiever Presidential Service Awards Individual Talent (Ages 15 to Senior) Individual Talent (Ages 12 to 14) Individual Talent (Ages 9 to 11) Individual Talent (Ages 6 to 8) 30 minute break Queen Competition
King Competition Duke/Duchess Interviews Craft/Talent Winners Announcement Comments from 2008 Royalty Crowning of 2009 Royalty Photographs
This year, we have five queen contestants and six king contestants. Come out and see what the youth of District One have to offer. Fraternally, Susan Skrabanek District One Youth Counselor —SPJST—
District Two YAD Sunday, July 26 Lodge 24, Cyclone
Dear Members, A warm welcome is extended to all District Two members, families, and friends to our annual District Two Youth Achievement Day to be held on Sunday, July 26, 2009. SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone will be hosting this year’s youth spectacular. A special welcome is extended to members of all districts and to the Supreme Lodge. I am looking forward to your attendance. We have many talented youth, and your support in attending their special day will be very much appreciated. I am very proud of our youth. They have put in countless hours all year for this special day. I wish each one the very best. We congratulate each participant and want them to know they are all winners for sharing
their talents with us. The day promises to be filled with great entertainment by our youth with royalty speeches, talent, beseda, along with different craft categories. Schedule The day’s program will be as follows: 9:15 a.m.—All workers arrive 10 to 11:15 a.m. Craft, talent, royalty, beseda registration
11:15 a.m. All registration ends promptly
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Noon meal: hamburgers, chips, dessert, tea $4 Please note: No evening meal will be served Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club will be serving snacks throughout the afternoon. 12:30 p.m. Presentation of Flags Welcome/Introductions Craft Judging Begins Royalty Competition Royalty Introductions of Participants and Parents Crowning of 2009 - 2010 District Two King and Queen Break
Individual Talent Group Talent Beseda Performance Special Presentations
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Silent Auction of All Candy Live Auction of First Place Candy in Each Age Category
All proceeds go to Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm Awards Ceremony Participation, Merit Points Craft, Talent and Beseda 6 p.m. (approximately) Closing Comments
As you can see, we have a great afternoon planned. We look forward to seeing you on July 26 at Flag Hall. If you do not have a youth participating, please feel welcome to come join us to enjoy the talent and fellowship. All of us together will make District Two YAD a memorable success for our youth. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—
Lodge 17 New Tabor youth participates in All-Star tourney
Lodge 17, New Tabor youth: member of championship team
Congratulations to Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club member Tyler Sandner, second from right. Tyler was a member of the Burleson County 13 and under team that won the championship. Tyler is the son of Mica Sandner.
Congratulations to Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club member Mitchell Parks who recently made Burleson County’s eight-year-old All Star team. Sixteen teams participated in the single elimination tournament. Mitchell’s team made it to the final four. He is the son of Lane and Dana Parks.
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Lodge 17 New Tabor Youth Club reports on July meeting
Dear Readers, The July meeting of SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club was called to order at 3:15 p.m. by Vice President Colby Havemann. Flag Bearers Dylan Narro, Andi La Fountain, and Tabor Dowell lead the Pledge of Allegiance and the SPJST Youth Club Motto. There were 21 members present. Secretary Grace Dusek read the minutes from the June meeting. There were no corrections or additions, and the minutes were approved as read. We received thank-you notes from two of our graduates, Shelby Norman and Chandler Malazzo. We welcomed one new member to the lodge, Mackenzie Groce. Under old business, we discussed LIT Retreat and camp to be held on July 18 and 19 in Ledbetter. Under new business, we discussed the Au-
gust meeting which will be held August 9 at the Caldwell pool. We will have a short meeting followed by a party from 6 to 9 p.m. Trey Groce made a motion that we have pizza at the party. Coy Cass seconded the motion. The vice president then asked the youth leader to report on our July birthdays, YAD practice dates, and Flag Day participation certificates. The vice president adjourned the meeting at 3:35 p.m. Fraternally yours, Grace Dusek, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 25, Ennis youth excited about camp
Dear Readers, I am excited about camp this year. Also, I am excited about State YAD. I am duke. Brandon Droste —SPJST—
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Pictured at Sandy Lake Park Band Contest are, left to right, Tori Motley, Ashley Fisher (holding Chad Jurik), and Amanda Jurik. Tori and Amanda are both members of Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club.
Lodge 25, Ennis youth enjoying summer activities
Dear Věstník Readers, I have had a busy summer. I just got back from Karolyi’s Gymnastic Camp. My coaches were from Hungary, and they were awesome! I am also attending Trevino’s Gymnastics School four to five times a week. I train five hours a day. I did very well at District Three YAD this year. I am going to State YAD with my wildflower project that
I completed for my sixth grade science class. I was also excited about the accomplishments of the sixth grade band. On May 1, the Ennis sixth grade band traveled to Sandy Lake Park and won two awards! We won the first division award and the outstanding band of the day. We were so excited! In my spare time, I helped with Vacation Bible School and babysat my baby brother. Summer is going fast so I guess I will see everyone at State YAD! Fraternally, Amanda Jurik —SPJST—
Scenes from Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club’s July Meeting Sunday, July 5, 2009 • New Tabor Hall
LEFT PHOTO: Andi LaFountain works on her Vestnik project with her mother. CENTER PHOTO: Dillon Narro, Tabor Dowell, and Macy Narro receive Flag Day contest participant certificates. RIGHT PHOTO: Youth Leader Mabrey Dowell, back, center, recognizes the July birthday celebrants. They are, front, left to right, MacKenzie Groce and Kadie Hart-
man. Back: Coy Cass and Assistant Youth Leader Randy Gaas. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Coy Cass wins the “guess how many Tootsie Rolls” game! BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Youth say “The Lord’s Prayer” before adjourning the meeting. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Congratulations to the door prize winners.
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Lodge 25, Ennis youth: awesome summer
Dear Readers, I am excited about camp! On Saturday, we are going to practice for State YAD. My summer is turning out awesome. I am in day care. It is fun because we get to go to fun places like Wetzone, Lazerquest, and the best part is every single day, we get to go swimming. It’s so much fun! Love, Amanda Droste —SPJST—
Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club reports on July meeting
The July 2, 2009, meeting of SPJST Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club was held at Taiton Community Center and was called to order by President Gerard Marcaurele at 8:03 p.m. Ryan Drapela led the youth club members in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, SPJST motto, and prayer. A motion was made by Dylan Treumer to amend the roll call of officers and
Lodge 47, Seaton Welcomes New Youth Club Member
members and the reading of the minutes because the secretary was not present. The motion was seconded by Jessica Fucik. Motion carried. The treasurer’s report was given by Treasurer Jessica Fucik. Members were reminded that dues are payable for the new year and are $1.50 per member. Under old business, LIT camp was held on June 13 at Cooper Farm. Jessica Fucik and Vincent Lutringer gave a report on LIT retreat. District Six Camp was held June 25 to 28 at Cooper Farm. Ryan Drapela and Luc Marcaurele gave a report on the activities at camp. District Six YAD will be hosted by Lodge 30, Taiton on July 19 at Taiton Community Center. State YAD is set for August 1 at the Mayborn Center in Temple, Texas. Under new business, youth club members are to be at the hall on July 19 at 9 a.m. to set-up and decorate for YAD. Everyone attending YAD needs to RSVP for a meal count.
Youth Leader’s Report Mrs. Bubela talked about the district outing which will be on August 7 and 8. She asked all those who are going to start thinking of an idea for their sand sculpture. Also, Mrs. Bubela handed out year-end awards. The 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive awards were given to Gerard
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Marcaurele, Luc Marcaurele, Kenna Bubela, Donovan Krpec, and Dylan Treumer. Perfect attendance awards were given to Allison Fucik, Jessica Fucik, Stephanie Fucik, Gerard Marcaurele, Dylan Treumer, and Kenna Bubela. July birthday celebrants were Allison Fucik, Gerard Marcaurele, and Dylan Treumer. Next Meeting—July 26 The August meeting will be held on July 26 following the adult lodge meeting at 1:30 p.m. at the Taiton Community Center. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Dylan Treumer and seconded by Allison Fucik at 8:23 p.m. Fraternally, Allison Fucik, age 13 Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth readies for camp, YAD
Dear Readers, District Two Camp will be starting this Sunday, July 12 at Woodman of the World Camp close to Brownwood,
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Texas. I can’t wait to be first year LIT! District Two YAD will be held on Sunday, July 26 at Flag Hall in Cyclone. And, don’t forget State YAD will be held on August 1. Chris Zavodny, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth: busy July
Dear Readers, What a busy July! I can’t wait until this Sunday (July 12) when we leave to go to camp! I know it’ll be a lot of fun and hot! Then afterwards, I have to finish all my projects for YAD. I hope to see a lot of friends at camp. Julia Zavodny —SPJST—
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Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes Britt Billeck, age five, to the youth club. He is the son of Andrea and Billy Joe Billeck, Jr. Britt enjoys playing games, singing, and dancing. He is in the first grade at Rogers Elementary. —SPJST—
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Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes Andon James Sanders, age five, to the youth club. He is the son of James and Mirenda Sanders. His brother is Mason. Andon likes tee-ball, swimming, and bike riding. He is in kindergarten at Leon Heights Elementary in Belton. —SPJST—
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Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes Mason James Sanders, age seven, to the youth club. He is the son of James and Mirenda Sanders. His brother is Andon. Mason enjoys baseball, swimming, and animals. He is in the second grade at Leon Heights Elementary in Belton. —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes Tyler Wilson, age seven, to the youth club. She is the son of Missie and Steven Wilson. Her siblings are Brian and Austin Wilson. Tyler enjoys soccer, softball, animals, hoola-hooping, and singing. She is in the second grade at Western Hills Elementary in Temple. Her activities include soccer and softball. —SPJST—
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Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club reports on July meeting
We had 20 youth club members at our July meeting. Three of them were new members—Andon Sanders, Mason Sanders, and Tyler Wilson. We congratulated Brooke Hoelscher, Justin Kraatz, and Neil Rabroker for their perfect attendance and presented them with their certificates and Orel Bucks. Ashlyn Zavodny, Christopher Zavodny, and Julia Zavodny were given awards for participating in the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. The youth had a June social at Austin Park ‘n Pizza where they enjoyed pizza, drinks, games, go-carts, bumper boats, rides, friends, and good times. We collected the last of the YAD cards and reminded everyone that District Two YAD is on Sunday, July 26 in Cyclone. Registration begins at 10 a.m. The youth club would like to extend a warm thank you to Nelda and Edwin Marek for donating the great stuffed animals as prizes for our picnic.
We will be going to camp July 12 to 15. There will be a bus available to bring the kids back to the SPJST Home Office on the 15th. If any youth club members plan to ride the bus, please call Patsy so that she can make arrangements. Remember, we cannot be at the campsite early so please do not arrive before 2:45 p.m. Hope you are as excited as I am! District Two will be going to Sea World on August 15. We will need confirmation at YAD if you plan to go, and all money will be collected then. Call me if you need more information. Fraternally, Lynette Talasek Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 48 Beyersville Youth Club reports on July meeting
SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville Youth Club held its July 2009 meeting at Mazzio’s Pizza in Temple. Afterwards, we went to the District Two swim party at Lions Junction Family
Water Park. Joshua called the meeting to order, and Alex led us Pledge of Allegiance. There were eight members present, 11 visitors, and guest Ruth Ann Wuensche, wife of District Two Director Bobby Wuensche. Kacie read the minutes. Old business was the swim party. There was no new business. Youth Leader Donna Vanecek gave her report. Perfect attendance award went to Kayla Wuensche. Make sure to fill out YAD cards which are due to DYC Patsy on July 5. We are to help at Shepherd’s Heart to bag the groceries on July 8 and July 12. We will hand out groceries so be there at 8:45 a.m. Camp begins July 12 in Brownwood. A letter will be in the Věstník. There was no further business. The meeting adjourned at 6 p.m. Fraternally, Kayla Wuensche, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 142 Houston Youth Club invites new members
Dear Readers, Lodge 142, Houston Youth Club went to Splashtown on Thursday, July 2, and it was packed. I hope when we go again there won’t be so many people there. We are going to Schlitterbahn in Galveston on Wednesday, July 8 and camp July 10 to 12 at our new SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm. We are hoping you can join us in our future activities like Splashtown and the museums, and we hope you have a fun time doing those awesome activities. We hope to see you there. Fraternally, Zoe Saxton age 8 Vice President —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club enjoys summer fun in the sun Saturday, June 20, 2009 • Austin’s Park ’n Pizza in Austin, Texas
LEFT PHOTO: Assistant Youth Leader Crystal Morris and Kandace Stone race. PHOTO 2: Brandon and Brooke Hoelscher. PHOTO 3: Jerry Pechal rides a go-cart. RIGHT PHOTO: Chase Alexander rides a bumper boat. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Colton Regan enjoys a bumper boat. BELOW PHOTO 2: Brandon Hoelscher, Kandace Stone, Josef
Morris, and Kyle Hoelscher ride go-carts. BELOW PHOTO 3: Assistant Youth Leader Tammy Pechal and Jerry Pechal, Danny, Payton, Michelle, and Morgan Porubsky enjoy pizza. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Zoe Edwards and Tyler Wilson show off their face paint. Youth and adults enjoyed the activity.
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July 6 — Jan Hus Day
by Dr. Robert L. Uzzel Lodge 6, Cottonwood
July 6 is Jan Hus Day. This day marks the anniversary of the execution of Jan Hus, a Czech Catholic priest, theologian, reformer, and rector at Charles University in Prague who inspired the “Hussite” movement. Jan Hus Day is one of the public holidays in the Czech Republic, whose citizens regard him as a national hero despite the fact that Roman Catholics and free thinkers currently outnumber Hussites in this important European nation. Jan Hus was born in Husinec in southern Bohemia sometime between 1369 to 1373. Greatly influenced by
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English reformer John Wycliffe, he was concerned with bringing the church back to its spiritual roots and providing the scriptures in the language of the people, instead of the church Latin version which only the educated and clergy had the opportunity to learn. He also desired the church to surrender much of the secular power and material possessions it had accumulated so that its spiritual mission could proceed unhindered. Such suggested reforms—which he preached at Bethlehem Chapel in Prague—met with tremendous opposition from church authorities, although they were popular with the masses. In 1410, Hus was excommunicated. On July 6, 1415, he was condemned by a church council meeting at the Cathedral at Constance. The Bishop of Lodi delivered an oration on the duty of eradicating heresy; then some theses of Hus and Wycliffe and a report of his trial were read. An Italian prelate pronounced the sentence of condemnation. Hus fell upon his knees and asked God with a low voice to forgive all his enemies. With
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curses, his ornaments were taken from him, his priestly tonsure was destroyed, and the sentence was pronounced that the Church had deprived him of all rights and delivered him to the secular powers. At the place of execution he knelt down, spread out his hands, and prayed aloud: “God is my witness that I have never taught that of which I have by false witnesses been accused. In the truth of the Gospel which I have written, taught, and preached, I will die today with gladness.” He was then burnt at the stake. Amongst Hus’ last words are allegedly that, “in a hundred years, God will raise up a man whose calls for reform cannot be suppressed.” Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses a church door in Wittenberg 102 years later. At that time, many considered Wycliffe the beginning, Hus the middle, and Luther the end of the Reformation. After Hus’ death, his followers split into a number of factions, including Utraqusts, Taborites, and Orphans. In 1430, Joan of Arc threatened to lead a crusading army against the Hussites unless they returned to the Catholic Church. Her subsequent capture, trial, and execution prevented this. In 1999, Pope John Paul II expressed “deep regret for the cruel death inflicted” on Hus and suggested an inquiry as to whether he might be cleared of heresy. Today, Hus is listed as a martyr in the Calendar of Saints of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The Jan Hus monument stands in the center of Old Town Square in Prague. It was sculpted by Ladislav Saloun and unveiled on July 6, 1915—the 500th anniversary of Hus’ death. The Jan Hus Presbyterian Church and the Jan Hus Playhouse are located at 351 East 74th Street in Manhattan. There is a commemorative state at Union Cemetery in Bohemia, Long Island erected by Czech immigrants to the New York area in 1893. Modern Hessites are known primarily as Moravians and operate a seminary
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in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. In Texas, they are known as the Unity of the Brethren. I understand that there was once a Brethren Church in Ennis that held services in Czech. This congregation, I am told, disbanded decades ago. I am confident, however, that it contributed much to the community in its day and time. —SPJST—
Olšany Cemetery Olšanské hřbitovy
The Olsany Cemetery was created in 1680 to accommodate plague victims who died en mass in Prague in 1680 and needed to be buried quickly. In 1787, when the plague again struck the city, Emperor Joseph II banned the burial of bodies within Prague city limits and Olsany Cemetery was declared the central graveyard for hygiene purposes. The graveyard is divided into sections. In the Jewish Cemetery section is the grave of writer Franz Kafka. In the Christian Cemetery is the grave of Jan Palach, who set himself on fire and burned himself to death in 1968 to protest the Soviet invasion. His body was taken from Olsany Cemetery in 1973 to prevent his grave from becoming the site of organized protests. His coffin was returned in 1990. Olsanské hrbitovy is the burial ground of some of the city’s most
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thorities what can be done. But then I thought what can I myself do? “I had this idea that a history trail could lead through the graveyard with signs telling the visitor which notable people are buried here. Anyone would be able to find the particular grave and pay their respects to the dead. Or for example, professional groups, such as mathematicians, physicists, and philosophers could find their great predecessors. Or teachers could tell their pupils about famous writers.” The first dead were buried in Olsany in 1680 during a plague. A chapel, now outside the cemetery, commemorates the epidemic. In 1787, Emperor Joseph II made Olsany the central cemetery for Prague. Located outside the city walls, it was a safer burial place than the old graveyards in an already overcrowded city. Father Milos Szabo is now rediscovering the history with a group of enthusiasts, in their free time and without any subsidies. “It is very demanding work because it involves examining every single grave, crawling through the thicket, cutting off the ivy, finding out who is buried there. Then I need to find out who the person was, look them up in the archives or in encyclopedias, take photos of the grave, write it all down, have the proofreading done, produce the actual sign and finally place it there. With the approval of the cemetery authority, this trail is gradually expanding. Now we have the first sector covered, the second is nearing completion, and I am already working on
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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) 9663795.
LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.
LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA Lodge meetings are held the first Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. at the PointBank Community Center, 739 E. Liberty Street, Pilot Point, Texas 76258. The Community Center is on the same parking lot as PointBank. For directions or information about meetings, Ms. Angie Heitzman (940) 437-5561; or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359.
LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Friday, July 17—Social night Sunday, July 19—112th annual picnic of Lodge 6, Cottonwood Saturday, July 25—Mechell family reunion Sunday, July 26—Hoover family reunion Sunday, August 2—Peterson reunion Sunday, August 2—Lodge 6, Cottonwood meeting, 5 p.m. Sunday, August 7—social night Saturday, August 8—Hykel family reunion Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the hall located three miles east of West off FM 2114. 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, and door prizes awarded. Call (254) 593-2222 to schedule a family reunion, wedding reception, baptism or celebration, quinceanera or graduation party. 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, July 19—Fritz Hodde and The Fabulous Six, polka/waltz/mix music, 3 to 7 p.m. $7/person Sunday, August 9—Czech Melody Makers, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person Sunday, August 23—Czech and Then Some, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person
Lodge hall is located at 702 Highway 95 North, Elgin. Adult lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m.; youth club meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. unless otherwise stated. For all Lodge 18, Elgin hall rentals, please call Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534. For band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 2813711. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility.
LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. LODGE 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 2 p.m. LODGE 23, MORAVIA Lodge meetings are the Tuesday after the second Sunday of March, June, and September at 7:30 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at 2 p.m. LODGE 24, CYCLONE Sunday, July 26—District Two YAD
Adult lodge meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 7 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 information, visit www.spjstflaghall.com. LODGE 25, ENNIS Saturday, July 18—Wrestling match youth club benefit Saturday, July 25—Dining room rental Saturday, August 1—Wedding reception Sunday, August 2—Gurecky family reunion - dining room Saturday, August 8—Rental Thursday, August 13—SPJST Lodge 25 meeting Saturday, August 15—Dining room rental Sunday, August 16—Martinek family reunion Saturday, August 22—Wedding reception Saturday, August 29—Wedding reception
Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. For rentals, reservations, or more information, call the hall (972) 875-8381 and leave a message.
Thrall 4-H Booster Club will be selling grilled cheese sandwiches and old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. ADULT MEETINGS - second Wednesday of the month, 6:30; YOUTH CLUB MEETINGS - first Sunday of the month, 1 p.m. Contact Youth Leader Cristy Girod (512) 281-4719. MUSIC - second and fourth Wednesday of the month/music by Bobby Jay Five Band; MUSIC - Fridays 7:30 to 11 p.m., old-fashioned hamburgers by Thrall 4-H; SENIOR CITIZENSʼ DOMINOES - first Wednesday of the month at 2 p.m. followed by covered dish meal; BUNCO - every third Thursday of the month - men and women invited - 6:30 p.m. light meal, 7 to 8:30 p.m. - Bunco, games; HALL RENTAL INFO: (512) 3529139; HALL LOCATION: 5025 FM 619, Taylor, Texas. LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m.
LODGE 32, VICTORIA Lodge meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at the SPJST building, 3502 North Laurent in Victoria at 7:30 p.m. For youth club information, call Youth Leader Mary Monclova (361) 648-1191.
LODGE 35, ELK 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, go approximately one mile and road will dead end. Take a right at the dead end; 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 OʼShields (979) 7781450. For information on lodge activities, call FAC Dianna Everett (979) 693-5287. Any questions or assistance with insurance certificates, call Secretary Lillie Matejka OʼShields (979) 778-1450. For youth club information, call Youth Leader Binnie Roesler (979) 272-1216. LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE 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 Lillian Bartek (979) 543-9028; or (979) 6482317/lodge hall.
LODGE 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December.
LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA Attention: Lodge meetings are held quarterly on the first Thursday of February, May, August, and November at Six Mile Presbyterian Church on Royal Road, 7 p.m.
LODGE 29, TAYLOR Thursday, July 16—Bunco games for ladies and gentlemen. A light meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. followed by Bunco games from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, contact Connie Voigt (512) 3522038. Friday, July 17—Live dance music: The Lawmen, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, July 18—Dance music: Denny Hamilton and the Memories, 6 p.m. No cover charge. Wednesday, July 22—Live music: Bobby Jay Five Band, 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 24—Live dance music: Edward Kopeckyʼs Czech Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, July 31—Live dance music: Fritz Hodde, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.
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) 3653733.etings are held the first Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m.
LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Meetings are held at the Wharton County Library, 746 Clubside Drive in East Bernard.
LODGE 47, SEATON 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) 984-2255. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility.
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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) 8265343 (day).
LODGE 63, SWEET HOME All regular monthly meetings are held on the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at the home of President Donald Zabransky in Sweet Home. Social meetings will be held March 15, June 14, and December 6 at the Queen of Peace Parish Hall in Sweet Home, and September 20 at Green Dickson Park in Shiner.
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 Sundays of March and June and on the second Sundays 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 2 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 Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the hall - 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. For band bookings, call Cherri Petr (214) 3524397; or Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514. For rentals, call Bessie Petr (214) 826-3557. LODGE 87, TEMPLE Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371/shop; or (254) 7736164/home.
LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, July 18—The Moonglow Orchestra, big band music. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, July 25—No dance Saturday, August 1—The Moonglow Orchestra, big band music. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, August 8—The Czechaholics, polka/variety. $8 per person Saturday, August 15—Leonard Duckworth Band, big band music. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, August 22—No dance Saturday, August 29—No dance
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:
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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 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are now held on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, located at 917 North Circle in Sealy.
LODGE 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are held every three months. The time, date and location of meetings will be posted in the Vestnik.
Lodge meetings are held 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) 203-8712; or Secretary Alice Jochen (979) 743-3613.
LODGE 89, ROSEBUD For meeting time, date, and location, contact Secretary Patsy Baker (254) 985-2457.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Sunday, August 2—Randy and the 92nd Roadhouse Band, country/western swing. 3 to 7 p.m. There is a fiddle in the band. Sunday, August 23—Annual Funny Hat Contest/Dance: music by Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six. 3 to 7 p.m.
Lodge 92 membership meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. The youth club meets on the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. Family Night—first and third Tuesdays. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Country/western dances on the first Sunday and polka/waltz dancing as announced. Live big band music every Friday night, 8:30 p.m. Dress code. Listen to KNON 89.3 FM on Sunday at 2 p.m. for up-to-date announcements. Tune in to KAAM 770 AM for some easy listening music. To reserve for large parties celebrating weddings, anniversaries, or other special events, call early (817) 624-1361/Joyce. SPJST Lodge 92/National Hall is located at 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76114. Visit www.nationalhallspjst92.org.
LODGE 93, HOBSON Lodge meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at Polakʼs between Karnes City and Kenedy. Contact E.R. Prasek for information (830) 780-5166. 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 Bernadette Bellanger (361) 578-4253.
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 117, ROBSTOWN Lodge meetings are held quarterly. Location TBA.
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) 826-2670; or lodge president John Vrla (214) 906-3385; 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 City Hall. For information, call (979) 922-1279 or (979) 922-1553.
LODGE 142, HOUSTON Sunday, August 9—Lodge meeting
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 second Sunday of the month at Frank Hahnʼs Camphouse in El Maton at 3 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 Hinzeʼs 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 January, April, July, and October at 12 noon at Wall Volunteer Fire Department Hall or as announced.
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 Bilskiʼs Camphouse, 2577 Old Chappell Hill Road, Brenham, Texas. For information, contact President Annette Bilski (979) 8303930; 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, August 1—Texas Roadrunners Saturday, September 5—Labor Day Dance: Country Now and Then
Lodge hall is located at 3609 Preston Road in Pasadena. Executive board and trustees meetings as well as workdays are on the first Monday of each month unless the first Monday is a holiday. The meetings begin at 12 noon. Regular lodge meetings are held on the fourth Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. with a potluck dinner before each meeting. Meetings in November and December are held on the third Sunday due to Thanksgiving and Christmas. The hall is available to rent for meetings, weddings, retirement parties, reunions, graduations, anniversaries, benefits, and quinceaneras, etc. For more information, call Jo (713) 4727287. Dances are held on the first Saturday of each month, unless otherwise notified. Variety dances are held on the fourth Saturday of the month, unless noted.
LODGE 177, ACADEMY Lodge meetings will start at 7 p.m., and trusteesʼ 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 at 1150 South Burleson Boulevard (I-35 West), one-quarter mile south of Hidden Creek Parkway exit in Burleson. Lodge meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. For hall rentals, call (972) 435-2286; (817) 558-2400; or (817) 295-3483.
LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY Lodge meetings are held the third Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. 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) 263-9031. LODGE 184, MOULTON Lodge monthly meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at the lodge hall at 7:30 p.m.
LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS Adult lodge meetings are held every other month— February, April, June, August, October, and December. For locations/times, call Lodge President Kathleen Mills (210) 216-2156. The youth club meets every month. Call Youth Club Leader Theresa Haag (830) 625-8262. LODGE 186, CALDWELL Youth club meetings are on the first Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the lodge hall unless otherwise announced. Lodge meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Social games are at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002
LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK Lodge meeting and program are the second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. followed by a covered dish meal. Board meeting, 2 p.m.; entertainment, 2:30 p.m. Domino players meet the second Tuesday of each month 1 to 4 p.m. For information regarding building rentals, call (512) 255-1554 or (512) 771-4948.
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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, 4 p.m. at the Koffee Kup Restaurant in Hico, Texas, except in June (date and time to be announced) and the Christmas party in December (date and time to be announced). Call President Norman Kneschk (254) 386-3222 or Secretary Sandra Pierce (254) 965-5953 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 207, IOWA PARK Lodge meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m.
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 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) 537-9224. LODGE 230, MIDLAND For lodge meeting information, contact Oly Madrid (432) 301-3487.
LODGE 239, HONDO Lodge meetings are held at the Hondo Community Center on 18th Street. Watch the Vestnik for dates. For more information, call President Marcie Botello (210) 264-4587. LODGE 240, BAY CITY Lodge meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at Eagles Hall in Bay City at 7:30 p.m.
LODGE 246, MORGANʼS POINT Monday, August 3—Lodge/youth club meetings, 6:30 p.m. Secretary Wayne will serve his famous trashcan cup/plate.
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 Mundayʼs office, 416 Oak Street, Bryan, Texas (behind the Kettle Restaurant on Texas Avenue) in Bryan.
Lodge and youth club meetings are the first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Best Quality Meats and Sausage Shop, 2610 South General Bruce Drive in Temple. For information, call President Charlie Herendon (254) 760-7817; or FAC David Nauert (254) 534-0809.
LODGE 195, CLEBURNE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 7 p.m.
LODGE 255, KATY Lodge meetings are held on the second Monday at 6:30 p.m. at NBD Graphics, 19424 Park Row, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77084. For location directions, call Lynn Johnsen (832) 875-5204.
LODGE 191, LUFKIN Business meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., at the lodge hall, 197 Hughes Road. Regular dances are held the third Saturday night of each month from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. For lodge rentals, call Alma Breazeale (936) 829-5808; or email almab@consolidated.net.
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) 351-1045 or (281) 373-9482 for information, rentals, or reservations.
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 258, SEGUIN Meetings are held the fourth Sunday of each month. Meetings in May and November are held the third Sunday. Meetings begin at 3 p.m. with a social followed by the meeting at 4 p.m. Dinner is served after the meeting. The youth club meetings are on the same dates and begin at 3:15 p.m. Meetings are held at the Alumni Student Center, Conference Rooms A and B, on the Texas Lutheran Campus. Meetings in May and September will be in Starke Park in Seguin. Contact President Chester Jenke, Sr.; or Treasurer Colleen Jenke for more information (830) 303-4316. —SPJST—
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