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S P J S T Benevolence
H E R A L D
Humanity ISSN —07458800
Brotherhood
March 31, 2010
Lodge 88, Houston member Jeanette Bender grand prizewinner
Special Carpooler Shares Her Green Gift with Many
When Jeanette Bender began carpooling to work five years ago, she had no way of knowing the unexpected twists and turns, not to mention the joys and rewards sharing the ride would bring. In February, Jeanette was named the grand prizewinner in the H-E-B 15,000,000 Mile Commuter Challenge, and won a year’s worth of groceries from H-E-B. What has given Jeanette even more pleasure than winning the grand prize is sharing her windfall. She’s giving most of it away starting with a $1,000 to the food pantry in Needville, Texas, where she lives. She hosted an ice cream social on March 11 for her colleagues at Allstate Insurance Company (all 175 of them). She’s also planning a dinner party of surf and turf for her NuRide buddies and giving
s a y s , $500 to a “She’s got neighbor a huge who is unheart. dergoing She’s altreatment w a y s for throat d o i n g cancer. someRegardthing for ing her someone generosity, e l s e . Jeanette That’s says, “I just her k n o w nature.” where I “We can put a lot of Congratulations to Lodge 88, Houston member s t a r t e d smiles and Jeanette Bender who is the grand prizewinner in carpoolin feed some the H-E-B 15,000,000 Mile Commuter Challenge. ing 2005 when Allstate sent out the email hungry people.” Linda Soland, one of Jeanette’s about NuRide and encouraged people NuRide buddies and friend for 17 years to join. The rewards have been great!”
says Jeanette, who has worked at Allstate Insurance Company for 21 years. Not every mile has been full of laughs though. About a year and a half ago, Jeanette learned she had a malignant tumor. Janice Polak says, “We knew she had a doctor’s appointment because we coordinate our driving schedules around each other’s appointments, etc, but the news was still sudden. We were all there. She told us in carpool that she had cancer.” “They were a big support system, coming by to visit me and calling me on the phone, because I had to take a year off from work while undergoing treatment,” Jeanette explained. Jeanette completed cancer treatment in January and says proudly, “I am a cancer sur-
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Czech Opera in Temple
Interest Rates.......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 State Tournament Info ........................4 District News........................................5 Lodge Section......................................8 100 Percent SPJST Family..................9
Czech Heritage Museum welcomed University of North Texas Opera’s Prodaná nevěsta (The Bartered Bride) to Temple on March 24. Rosie Steinman, center, left, and CHM President Jerry Milan, center, right, both of SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth, are pictured with the cast. They are, front, left to right, Ludmila (Elizabeth Jackson), Mařenka (Kristen Bigham), Jeník (Jonathan Yarrington), Principál (Charlie Kim), and Esmeralda (Laurissa Backlin). Back: Háta (Sarah Daniels), Mícha (Joseph Hubbard), Kecal (Stephen Morscheck), Krušina (Blas Canedo), Indián (Matthew Parker), and Vašek (Spencer Sowards).
Inside This Week’s Vestnik
Memoriams ........................................14 Youth Section ....................................15 Vestnik Project...................................16 Czech Culture ....................................21 Advertisements .................................21 Lodge Calendar .................................22
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Group supports Fort Hood Living Memorial Garden
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Lodge 17 New Tabor youth perform at Cheer Nationals
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District Two youth enjoy spring meeting
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SPJST HERALD
SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 (800) 727-7578 • (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-7447 www.spjst.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: bvhouse@att.net
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, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (210) 535-4916
PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-0112 District Two - Tammy Whatley, 192 Prairie Springs Loop, Georgetown, Texas 78626 - (512) 948-5339 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 FIELD REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICTS ONE/TWO/FIVE Hiram Dixon, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 231-7722 email: hadixon2003@yahoo.com DISTRICTS THREE/FOUR Bobby Gene Davis, FICF, CFFM Mobile: (325) 450-3748 Home: (325) 947-0027 • Office: (325) 657-8400 Email: bgdsr2428@aol.com DISTRICTS SIX/SEVEN Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM Mobile: (979) 332-1616 • Home: (979) 543-2532 email: k-kaspar@hotmail.com
STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR CHESTER JENKE, SR., FICF Home: (830) 303-4316 Mobile: (210) 413-3053 email: cejenke@wmconnect.com STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR JOHN HOELSCHER Mobile: (254) 534-0681 • ENC: (979) 249-5674 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
Editor’s Note
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Happy Easter! Easter bonnets, brightly painted eggs, tasty sweets, and fancy new
dresses bring delight to children and adults alike at this festive time of year. As we celebrate the Easter holiday, let’s also remember the true meaning of it all. Best wishes for a blessed and happy Easter holiday.
Congratulations, District Two! Lodge 80, Holland hosted the District Two Spring Meeting on Sunday, March 21. The hall was beautifully decorated, and Lodge 80 members created a warm and friendly atmosphere. Congratulations to the members, lodges, and youth clubs in District Two! The district recognized nine local lodge fraternalists of the year, 15 lodges in the incentive program, and eight youth clubs. That’s impressive. Keep up the great work!
The Bartered Bride I very much enjoy live performances, but I have never really been into opera — until now! David and I attended Bedrich Smetana’s The Bartered Bride performance at the Cultural Activities Center in Temple on Wednesday evening, March 24. The performance was presented by the University of North Texas’ College of Music, and it was wonderful. We were both thoroughly entertained. Everything was in the Czech language, but the supertitles made it very easy to follow the story. Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center hosted the performance that was produced in collaboration with the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas (CEFT) Frank J. and Hermine Hurta Kostohryz Residency in Czech Music and Culture Fund. CEFT helped bring language and music consultants Jiri Petrdlik, Timothy Cheek, and Carol Issac to Denton to coach
UNT’s opera students in the Czech language for Prodana nevesta. Thanks to the Kostohryz Residency for providing the opportunity to present this well-known opera in its original language. The March 24 presentation was funded in part by (as listed in the program) SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth; District Three Director Johnnie Krizan; and SPJST Lodges 5, Pilot Point; 6, Cottonwood; 35, Elk; 66, Waco; 84, Dallas; 135, Ennis; 180, Burleson; and 204, Stephenville. The production staff consisted of music director/supertitles - Stephen Dubberly; stage director/producer/narrator/supertitles operator - Paula Homer; pianists Charlie Kim and Adrian Sovik; scenic designer/costume designer Michael Robinson; choreographer Michael Serrecchia; make-up and wig artist - Amanda Rodriguez; stage manager/technical director Jonathan Hohman; rehearsal pianists - Janice Fehlauer and Charlie Kim; program - Linda Strube; and drivers - Thomas Sovik, David Huff, and Devin Iller Tour manager was Thomas Sovik. Other tour locations included BryanCollege Station on March 25, Houston on March 27, and Austin on March 28. Congratulations to the cast and crew on a job well done, and thank you for taking the production on the road and sharing the talent. S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Open House Congratulations to S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living on the grand opening of its absolutely beautiful facility. An open house was held on March 25. See next week’s Vestnik for photos from the ribbon cutting and open house. —SPJST—
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.
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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*
April 3 April 10 April 10 April 10
April 11 April 17 April 17 April 17 April 18
April 18 April 18
April 21 Apr. 20-22
April 24 April 24
April 25 April 25 May 1 May 1 May 2
May 9 May 12 May 15
May 21
May 29 May 29 May 31 June 6 June 6
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* Rates effective 02/01/10 through 4/30/10.
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%
Family Fun and Important Dates
March 31 April 2 April 3
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
SPJST 100 Pennies Fund Drive Ends Good Friday • SPJST Home Office Closed SPJST State 42 Domino Tournament Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Lodge 18, Elgin Youth Club Easter Eggstravaganza (2) SPJST Car Show at Bloominʼ Temple Festival SPJST Float • Smithville Jamboree Parade (1) District Five Spring Meeting Lodge 196, Houston-West Lodge 30, Taiton Appreciation Banquet (6) District Two Youth Leaders Training Lodge 49, Rowena Community Wide Flea Market (4) Lodge 84, Dallas 100th Anniversary Dance: Jodie Mikula Orchestra (3) District One Spring Meeting SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm Lodge 38, Kovar Annual Dinner/Auction Fundraiser (1) Lodge 84, Dallas 100th Anniversary Dinner/Program (3) Administrative Professionalʼs Day SPJST Supreme Lodge Meeting SPJST Home Office, Temple SPJST Float • Needville Youth Fair Parade (5) SPJST ENC Barbecue Cookoff/Horseshoe Tournament, SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm District Three Spring Meeting Lodge 180, Burleson District Six Spring Meeting American Legion Hall • Hallettsville Join Hands Day Lodge 49, Rowena Annual Farm Sale (4) Lodge 28, East Bernard 50-Year Pin Presentation/Motherʼs Day Observance (6) Lodge 24, Cyclone Motherʼs Day Barbecue (2) Lodge 184, Moulton Fried Chicken Plate Fundraiser (6) SPJST State Horseshoe Tournament Lionʼs Park, Temple Lodge 49, Rowena Hamburger Supper and Game Social (4) SPJST Float • National Polka Festival, Ennis (3) SPJST Kolache Eating Contest, Ennis (3) Memorial Day • SPJST Home Office Closed Lodge 47, Seaton Annual Picnic (2) Lodge 88, Houston 100th Anniversary (5) Number in ( ) denotes SPJST District. Leaders-in-Training
SPJST’s efforts in spearheading the drive to construct a living memorial garden to honor victims of the November 5, 2009, Fort Hood shooting is yielding results. In addition to the strong support coming from SPJST lodges and members, outside groups are also taking the project to heart. VFW, American Legion, AMVETS, Lions, Civitan, Extension and Cooperative Association members, General Federation of Women’s Club members, Jaycees, Kiwanians, Optimists, Rotarians, their junior organizations, and other groups are all prospective partners in SPJST’s effort to raise funds for the living memorial garden project. If you are affiliated with any of these organizations — or other community or church groups — and you would like someone from the SPJST Home Office to make a local presentation to convey information about the living garden memorial, please contact the Home Office at (800) 727-7578, and we will arrange for a presenter. Pictured above, the Killeen Evening Lions Club presents SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, left, and Connie Kuehl of the Killeen Civic and Conference Center, with a check for $1,000 to apply towards the memorial project.
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vivor.” She considers herself, “blessed and lucky.” And, Jeanette was ready to start earning rewards again. Jeanette says she’s enjoyed “all kinds of neat things, but one of my favorite rewards was a hot-air balloon ride I got for my hus-
band last year.” She credits E.J., her husband of nearly 35 years who is a district chief with the Houston Fire Department, for being an extraordinarily supportive caregiver during her treatment.
Editor’s Note: Thanks to Nuride, Inc. for permission to reprint this article which appears at http://www.nuride.com/nuride/public/challenge/hc_welcome.jsp. —SPJST— Jeanette is pictured with a portion of her gift to the Needville Food Pantry. Nuride buddy Linda Soland, says, “She’s got a huge heart. She’s always doing something for someone else. That’s just her nature.” SPJST congratulates and salutes Jeanette on her accomplishment.
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From the President’s Department
State FAC encourages lodges, youth to participate on Join Hands Day
Thanks to all members and lodges who participated in this year’s 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive and SPJST Memorial Scholarship Fund Drive. Donations are still coming in from the drive, which concludes March 31. Watch the Vestnik in April for the final tally. Many high school seniors and undergraduate students will be able to continue their higher education because of your kindness and generosity. Contributions from SPJST members, lodges and community organizations are coming in daily for the Fort Hood Living Memorial Garden. Please continue to talk up the project with everyone you come in contact with and encourage their participation in this worthy project.
District Spring Meetings Three district spring meetings have already been held. Four more district meetings will be held in April. These meetings are informative, and your participation and input is very important for the success of SPJST and your district. What better time to meet fellow SPJST members in your district. Please plan to attend the meeting in your district. They are:
District One—Sunday, April 18 SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm District Three—Sunday, April 25 SPJST Lodge 180, Burleson District Five—Saturday, April 10 SPJST Lodge 196, Houston-West District Six—Sunday, April 25 SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville
Bloomin’ Temple Festival The Bloomin’ Temple Car Show will be held in Temple on Saturday, April 10. The Bloomin’ Temple Model Car Contest is a new category this year. Please make plans to attend for a good time! For additional information or to volunteer with the car show, please contact David Nauert (254) 534-0809 or Melanie Zavodny (254) 534-0807. Email melaniez@vvm.com or visit www.spjst.org. Join Hands Day I have been hearing about some great projects being planned for this year’s Join Hands Day. I hope your plans are progressing well for Join
Hands Day, which will be observed May 1. It is a great way for the youth and adults in your lodge to take on a project together! The goal for this year is 55 lodges to participate. Take plenty of pictures and get them to your local newspaper so residents in your community will know what you are doing for the community and to the Vestnik so we may share your project with other members. Again, this year, the Join Hands Day awards center will select 10 awardees from thousands of volunteer projects that develop youth and adult partnerships on Join Hands Day. Each winning project receives a $1,000 check and an engraved award. Coordinating groups choose how the funds are used. Some organizations find it appropriate to donate the money to the beneficiary of the project or another benevolent cause. Others choose to save it as seed money for next year’s event. In selecting Excellence Award recipients, the most important consideration is the quality of the youth and adult partnership in planning and executing the event. Other criteria include the quality of the project to the neighborhood or to persons in need and the effectiveness of the mobilization group. I would love to see one of our local lodges receive this award. Do not forget that the Home Office will offer a $100 incentive to local lodges that partner with the youth club or some other youth organization in their community. This money is to be used in developing and/or promoting their project. To receive the $100 incentive, lodges must register the event with the office of the State Fraternal Activities Coordinator and online with Join Hands Day. Following confirmation of receipt of your project from the Join Hands Day association, the Home Office will then forward a check to the local lodge. If you need more information for planning your project, please contact me by email cejenke @wmconnect.com, phone (210) 413-3053, or see Lodge 91, Crosby’s article about “Paws Across Texas.” You may also visit the Join Hands Day website at www.joinhandsday.org for ideas. SPJST State Horseshoe Tournament The SPJST State Horseshoe Tour-
nament will be held at Lions Park in Temple, Texas, on Saturday, May 15. Adults (ages 16 and above) will be able to participate. Teams will consist of two persons (two male, two female, or mixed – one male, one female). Preregistration by Monday, May 10 is strongly encouraged so that we will have an idea of how much food to purchase for lunch. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 15 with tournament play starting at 10 a.m. If you will recall, all state tournaments are open to members as well as non-members, so please invite your fellow members as well as non-member friends to participate. The member registration fee is $7 while the non-member registration fee will be $15. For additional information or to pre-register, see the enclosed flier.
End-of-Summer Getaway Due to popular demand, good times again await you at the Corpus Christi getaway. Start making your plans now to join us on August 13 to 15 for a funfilled weekend. This year, rooms have been blocked at the Holiday Inn at Emerald Beach. To make your reservations, please call the hotel and indicate that you are with SPJST to
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receive the discounted rate. Additional details will appear in my monthly letter and also in the Vestnik as they become available. We are here to help if you need assistance. Please feel free to call me (210) 413-3053, email cejenke@wmconnect.com or Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez (800) 727-7578 or (254) 773-1575 or email tammy@spjst.com. Your District FAC is also available to assist you. They are:
District One FAC Linda Gaas (979) 596-2606 District Two FAC Ruth Hanusch (254) 771-0193 District Three FAC George Pauling (254) 754-7633 District Four FAC Sylvia Rollwitz (325) 442-3141 District Five FAC Patricia Bruce (281) 890-4933 District Six FAC Helen Zabransky (361) 798-3347 District Seven FAC Glen Pruski (956) 235-8014 Fraternally submitted, Chester Jenke, FICF State Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—
SPJST State Horseshoe Tournament May 15 in Temple
The 2010 SPJST State Horseshoe Tournament is set for Saturday, May 15 at Lions Park in Temple, Texas. Registration begins at 9 a.m., and play begins at 10 a.m. The state tournament is open to everyone—both SPJST members and non-members, ages 16 and above. SPJST members and non-members will pitch two-person team format. Teams can be mixed (man and woman). The entry fee is $7 and includes morning snacks and refreshments, lunch, a chance at awards, door prizes, and lots of fraternal fun. Prizes will be awarded to the top four places. The tournaments will be played in a round-robin format. Equipment will be provided by SPJST. Players are encouraged to bring chairs!
Directions to Lions Park: Take I35 to Midway Drive (exit 297). Go east 1.4 miles on Midway Drive to Hickory. Turn right on Hickory. Take Hickory one mile. Turn right at A.J. Mercer Softball Complex. You are at Lions Park. Follow winding road. Take a left at softball field and follow around to horseshoe pits. Please register by Monday, May 10 by mailing your name, complete address, phone number, email, and entry fee to SPJST State FAC, PO Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. For more information, call (800) 727-7578 or email tammym@spjst.com. Fraternally, Tammy Martinez Fraternal Services Specialist —SPJST—
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SPJST Honors District One Sales Agents at Appreciation Dinner Sunday, March 21, 2010 • SPJST Lodge 186, Caldwell
LEFT PHOTO: Congratulations to Susan Skrabanek of Lodge 17, New Tabor. She was recognized as District One Top Associate Agent - certificates issued, insurance issued, and earned premium, and Million Dollar Producer. Also pictured are State Field Repre-
sentative Hiram Dixon, left, and District One Director Donnie Victorick. RIGHT PHOTO: Congratulations to Tabor Dowell, center, of Lodge 17, New Tabor. Tabor is the 2009 District One Top Recruiter. Also pictured are Director Victorick, left, and SFR Dixon.
District One sales agents attending the appreciation dinner were, seated, left to right, Susan Skrabanek of Lodge 17, New Tabor; Darlene Brinkman of Lodge 186, Caldwell; and Mildred Horak of Lodge 13, Dime Box. Back: Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride; SFR Hiram Dixon; Bill Orsak of Lodge 9, Snook; Ricky Weyand of Lodge 179, Warrenton; Charles Munday of Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station; Thomas Cannon of Lodge 186, Caldwell; Field Operations Manager Philip McBee; and Director Donnie Victorick.
District Six Spring Meeting
Hosted by Lodge 4, Hallettsville Sunday, April 25, 2010 American Legion Hall • 107 East Park • Hallettsville 10:30 a.m. – Audit and Nominating Committees Meet 11 a.m. – Registration Begins 12 noon – Meal by Kolacny BBQ and Catering Lodges are asked to bring desserts and door prize.
The business meeting will begin immediately following the meal.
Call to Order ..........................................................................President Joe Siptak Posting of Colors..............................................Lodge 148, El Maton Youth Club Memorial Service ...........................................First Vice President Annie Vahalik Welcome..............................Hosting Lodge 4, Hallettsville, President Joe Siptak Response and Introduction of Guests........Second Vice President/FAC Helen Zabransky Roll Call of Officers, Lodges and Standing Committees, Minutes...........................Secretary Wanda Dorotik Treasurer’s Report...............................................................Treasurer A. J. Kelner Youth Report and Program........................................................DYC Lisa Bubela
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District Three Spring Meeting set for April 25 at Lodge 180, Burleson
The District Three Spring Meeting is Sunday, April 25, 2010, at SPJST Lodge 180, Burleson hall. The meal will be catered. We are needing to get a count of the members who will be attending the meeting. Please call me at (817) 731-2580 with the number attending. If there is no answer, please leave a message. The deadline to RSVP is Friday, April 16. Please call today. Thank you for your assistance, and we look forward to seeing you on April 25 at the spring meeting in Burleson. Fraternally, Mary Steinman Treasurer —SPJST—
Standing Committee and Special Reports: By-Law...............................................................................................Joe Siptak Publication.....................................................................................Helen Kelner Finance.....................................................................................Glenn Kaminsky Insurance....................................................................................Jerome Hlavaty Library, Archives and Museum ...................................................Philip Vahalik Education and Nature Center..........................................................Lisa Bubela Rest Home Director.....................................................................Charles Bucek Cemetery Report............................................................................David Bucek State Field Representative............................................................Karen Kaspar District Six Director Report/Activities Report .....................Michael Ahlstrom Supreme Lodge Report ......................................Vice President Gene McBride Awards and Special Presentations: Recognition of 50- and 75-year members, Age 96 Honorees Fraternalists of the Year Lodge Incentive Awards Old Business New Business Announcements Report of Audit Committee Report of Nominating Committee and Election of Officers Installation of Officers Fall District Meeting Information Adjournment —SPJST—
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District Two Lodges Earn Heritage ‘09 Incentive Awards District Two Spring Meeting • Sunday, March 21, 2010 • SPJST Lodge 80, Holland
Congratulations to several lodges in District Two for receiving awards in the Heritage ‘09 incentive program. LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 29, Taylor - Gold Award. Front, left to right, Hailey, Cristy, and Brandon Girod. Back: Jesse and Linda Pospisil, Leonard and Sharon Kaderka, and Lyn and Ronnie Rieger. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 47, Seaton - Gold Award.
Front, left to right, David Pechal, Frank Klinkovsky, Edwin Pechal, and Woodrow and Gladys Marek. Back: Patsy Koslovsky, Ruth Hanusch, Joyce Kraatz, Lynette Talasek, and Tammy Pechal. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 24, Cyclone - Silver Award. Left to right, Margaret and Wilbert Mikeska and Joan Vanicek.
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 80, Holland - Silver Award. Front, left to right, Helen Pajestka, Kole and Ann Weir, Rita Spinn, Jewel Wolf, and Estelle Coker. Back: Dan Hendrix, Barbara Taisler-Hill, Virginia Benner, Risa Pajestka, James Sladecek, and Frank Horak. CENTER
PHOTO: Lodge 182, Falls County - Bronze Award. Donald and Deann Beckendorf. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 18, Elgin - Honorable Mention Award. Left to right, Johnny and Irene Vrabel and Joyce and Ray Nelson.
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 155, Austin - Honorable Mention Award. Left to right, Richard Johnson, Doris Plagens, Jean and Joe Motl, and Ginny Prasatik. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 15, Buckholts - First Step Award. Left
to right, Virginia Williams and Frank and Dorothy Tomascik. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 20, Granger - First Step Award. Norma Cavanaugh, left, and Emilie Tischler.
More District Two Spring Meeting photos in next week’s Vestnik!
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District Two Lodges Earn Heritage ‘09 Incentive Awards District Two Spring Meeting • Sunday, March 21, 2010 • SPJST Lodge 80, Holland
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 48, Beyersville - First Step Award. Left to right, Ruth Ann Wuensche, Linda Wuensche, Alice Bracewell, and Margie Faltesek. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 187, Round Rock - First Step Award. Front, left to right, JoAnn Oman, Rubie Volek, Red Oman, and Mona Lar-
District Five Spring Meeting
Saturday, April 10, 2010 Hosted by SPJST Lodge 196, Houston-West 17810 Huffmeister Road • Cypress, Texas
Registration — 11 a.m. to 12 noon Registration for Kraslice Youth Easter Egg Contest — 11 a.m. Social and Dinner — 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Adults: $7 • Children: $3.50 (ages 10 and under) Prayer by Reverend Henry E. Beseda 1 p.m. – Meeting
Call to Order ............................................................Carolyn F. Beseda, President Presentation of Colors.....................District Five Youth/Barbara Gonzales, DYC National Anthems U.S. and Czech..........................Helen Hegwood, Henry Beseda and Fred Buri Welcome..................................................Jessie Rodriguez, President, Lodge 196 Welcome to Special Guests ..........................Jo Ann Buri, Second Vice President Response ........................................................Patricia Bruce, First Vice President Roll Call of Lodges Reading of Minutes/Correspondence.................................................Jo Ann Buri Treasurer’s Report ....................................................Lorenda Baldwin, Treasurer Memorial Service............................................................................Patricia Bruce District Five Youth Club Election of Officers (youth go to assigned area) Supreme Lodge Report/Presentation...Brian Vanicek, Supreme Lodge President Old and New Business Report of Audit Committee District Five Reports District Five Director.........................................................Larry W. Pflughaupt By-Law Committee ...............................................................Mildred Holeman Insurance Committee................................................................Helen Hegwood Publication Committee...........................................................Lorenda Baldwin Finance Committee.....................................................................Marceil Malak State Field Representative.............................................................Hiram Dixon
son. Back: Janie Barron, Johnnie Haak, and Greg, Luke, and Jennifer McCarthy. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point - First Step Award. Front, Jonathan and Matthew Fernandez. Back: Charlie Herendon, Jessica Fernandez, and David Nauert.
District Youth Counselor...........................................Barbara Linney-Gonzalez FAC Coordinator..........................................................................Patricia Bruce
District Five Executive Board Recommendations....................Lorenda Baldwin District Five 2009 Lodge Incentive Brian Vanicek and Fraternalist of the Year Awards...................and Barbara Linney-Gonzalez Lifetime Achiever Awards Larry W. Pflughaupt 50- and 75-Year Age 96 Members...................................and Carolyn F. Beseda Election of District Officers Youth Election Announcement/Contest Results..........Barbara-Linney Gonzalez Announcements for meeting sites: Fall 2010 • Spring 2011 • Fall 2010 District Membership Rallies (2) District Youth Membership Rally (1) General Announcements Installation of District and Youth Officers Auction of Baked Goods for District Youth Clubs...............Larry W. Pflughaupt Door Prizes Adjournment Addendum Reports: CHM Director......................................................................................Fred Buri ENC Director..................................................................................Jo Ann Buri
Come and enjoy the delicious dinner and informative meeting. Members, if you so desire, please bring your homemade pastries for the auction to benefit the youth. Also, both homemade pie and cake contests will be implemented with divisional awards I, II and III for appearance, taste, and consistency. Join the competition and have some fun! All District Five lodges, please bring monetary door prizes in envelopes for our drawings to be held periodically during the day. Any and all door prizes from members are appreciated. Thank you. Please see the SPJST Youth Club Handbook regarding rules for the non-edible Easter egg kraslice contest for the participation of the children. You may download one at www.spjst.org and click the “youth” link, if you do not have a book available. Let’s bring in spring with fraternalism! —SPJST—
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Lodge 18, Elgin receives letter of gratitude
Dear Members, We received this letter recently, and I want to share it with everyone. Fraternally, Ray Nelson, President
Dear Mr. Nelson, On behalf of the Lost Pines Cowboy Church, I want to express to the officers and members of SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin and to you personally our deep appreciation to your organization for allowing our church to meet at the lodge for our worship services. In November, when we were faced with the challenge of finding a place for our new church to meet out of the winter weather, SPJST Lodge 18 graciously offered the use of your building. Without this support, it would have been difficult, if not impossible, for our church to continue to meet during the winter months. Our first Sunday at the lodge, we had 64 in at-
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tendance. This past Sunday (February 7), we had 108 in our service. SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin has helped our church grow and reach out into our community to help people with their needs. Thanks to SPJST, you have had an important part of helping our community. We could not have accomplished this without your assistance. In all good working relationships, we should both benefit. Lost Pines Cowboy Church wants to assist SPJST in reaching out to our community and increasing the visibility and impact of the organization in Elgin. This past Sunday, Ms. Betty Gaskamp attended our lunch after the worship service and presented the products offered by SPJST to our church family. In addition, we are planning combined activities involving our youth and children’s ministry, the young people from the lodge, and young people from the community to introduce families to the benefits of Lost Pines Cowboy Church and SPJST. We want to help plan events for the lodge drawing on our resources for music, special events, and community activities so that Elgin will know the impact of
SPJST in our community. We are deeply grateful to everyone who is a part of SPJST for allowing us the privilege of using your facility. Our hope is that in the weeks and months ahead, we can join together to offer many opportunities for our community to see how our church and your organization make a difference in Elgin. Thank you and best regards. Greg Long, Pastor Lost Pines Cowboy Church —SPJST—
Lodge 32, Victoria reminder . . . April 8 potluck dinner
We will meet at 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 8, 2010, and serve promptly at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is asked to bring a dish – or dishes – we’ll have a true potluck dinner. Start planning now . . . hmmm . . . leftover Easter ham . . . deviled eggs! Or, just dig in the pantry or recipe box. We have great cooks, and we’re ready to share another meal. When you read this, it will be Easter week. Let us all remember why we celebrate this Christian holiday. The Easter Bunny, eggs, and candy are all good and fun . . . but please take time to reflect the true reason for Easter. See you on the 8th! Fraternally, Kathy Ahlstrom FAC/Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 35, Elk gives to Czech Heritage Museum
On Wednesday, March 10, 2010, Lodge 35, Elk held its monthly meeting at the SPJST Hall in Elk, Texas. The meeting was called to order at 7:35 p.m. The minutes and treasurer’s report were read and approved. The chairmen gave their reports. Under new business, a motion was made by Fred E. Kubitza, Jr. to donate $100 to the Czech Heritage Museum. The motion carried. He also made a motion to donate $100 to the West ISD Junior Historian Fund to help students take a trip to the Czech Republic. This motion also carried. There was no old or unfinished business. The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m. Next Meeting—April 14 Our next meeting will be Wednesday, April 14 at 7:30 p.m. We hope you can attend. We hope that everyone had a wonderful Easter. Submitted by, Janie Brewer —SPJST—
Lodge 1, Fayetteville: Starting Point for Southwest Bicycle Club Bike Race
Despite the rain and cold weather on Saturday, March 20, 2010, Lodge 1, Fayetteville was the starting point for the Southwest Bicycle Club bike race. The Fayetteville baseball tournament was cancelled due to weather, but the riders were more persistent despite the weather as seen in the photos. The lodge hall is used for many biking club events
as well as a rest station for the MS-150. Lodge 1 is happy to be of service to these bikers and proud to be able to bring revenue to our community as well as receiving the pleasure of being a part of the MS-150 fundraising event which is held annually in April. —Submitted by Sharon Fritsch, President
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Lodge 38, Kovar sets dinner, country auction
Everyone is invited to SPJST Lodge 38, Kovar’s dinner and country auction on Sunday, April 18, 2010, at Kovar SPJST Hall in Kovar, Texas. Dinner begins at 11:30 a.m. and will include fried chicken, stew, and all the trimmings. Plates will be served cafeteria-style. To-go plates will also be available. Plates are $7 for adults and $4 for children under 12 years. Food will be sold while supplies last. The auction begins 1 p.m. We will also have a cake wheel. The event is a fundraiser for the maintenance of the hall. Please come out and support this event. We look forward to seeing you there! Fraternally, Donna Zimmerhanzel FAC/Treasurer —SPJST—
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Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje reports on March meeting
President Jerry Gensler called the meeting to order at 1:05 p.m. Twenty members and four guests were present. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ardis Bacak, and a moment of silence was observed for the ill in the community and the deceased members. Roll call indicated all officers were present. Trustees were all present except Sheldon Holub. Motion was made by Ben Svoboda that we accept the minutes of the last meeting as printed in the Vestnik and seconded by Edmund Kana. Motion carried. Treasurer Lorraine Kana gave her report. FAC Josephine Bacak gave her report. Josephine thanked Vlasta and Dee for their help in the kitchen today. She announced that the next meeting will be April 11 at 2 p.m. The lodge will furnish the meal. Everyone is to bring a dessert. Youth Leader Ardis Bacak did not have a youth club meeting today. Hall rental—Jerry Gensler said the hall is rented throughout the year. There are 15 rentals for this year, and one rental for year 2012. Jerry reported that the contracts for the hall have been revised to show the cost and a couple of other minor things added.
100 Percent SPJST Family - 4 Generations
SPJST proudly salutes this four-generation 100 Percent SPJST Family of Lodge 80, Holland. They are, back, center, Helen Pajestka, daughter Monica Pajestka McDougall, right, granddaughter Ann Weir, left, and great-grandson Kole Weir.
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Lodge 48, Beyersville members participate in District Two meeting
LEFT PHOTO: District Two Director Bobby Wuensche of Lodge 48, Beyersville presents a certificate to Margie Faltesek as Lodge 48’s Fraternalist of the Year. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 48 participants in the kraslice Easter egg decorating contest were adults John and Linda Wuensche and youth Kayla Wuensche, who placed third. Also pictured is Trent Wuensche. —Submitted by Alice Bracewell, Reporter
Snack bar—Josephine Bacak gave her report on bingo night snack bar. Cemetery—Vlasta Bartos read thank you notes for donations to the S.P.J.S.T. Cemetery Committee for upkeep of the cemetery in District Six. Bingo—Charlene Smith said the bingo games are doing very good. She said they were averaging 150 bingo players every week. We now have a new bingo machine, and it is really nice. The workers are already pretty good at using it.
New Business State Field Representative Karen Kaspar was our guest speaker. Karen said she came to recognize and thank all sales agents of Lodge 40 for a job well done. Karen said that Lodge 40 will receive the Platinum award of $2,000. Karen also congratulated Carmen Kocurek for being the top recruiter in the state of Texas. Karen also congratulated Crystal Bacak of Lodge 40 and Carolina Covarrubia of Lodge 30, Taiton for being million dollar producers in 2009. Karen paid honor to Sheldon Holub for being in the consistency club for 10 years straight. Karen Kaspar stated that SPJST was spearheading the Fort Hood Living Memorial Garden in Killeen, Texas. Lodge 40 gave a $100 donation to the project. Last, but not least, Karen reported that the District Six Spring Meeting will be in Hallettsville and hopes that everyone will be there. For the next meeting, helpers will be Karen Holub and Evelyn Linhart. Celebrating a birthday in March is Mrs. Rudy Laitkep. Door prizes today were won by Vlasta Bartos and Kayla
Rainey. This is Kayla’s first time to join us. She has been a member for a few years, but she is in college in Lubbock, Texas. The meeting adjourned at 2 p.m. Fraternally, James C. Kocurek, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton to honor longtime members
Dear Vestnik Readers, The next regular lodge meeting will be held on Sunday, April 11 at 2 p.m. Please join us in honoring the following 50- and 75-year members: Melvin Wayne Chupik, Monica Renee Guenat, Elaine Marie Hoelscher, Leigh Ing, Leon Jezek, Jr., Bruce Alan Matous, Eugene Mekuch, Jr., Anthony Lee Motl, and Helen L. Simcik. We hope each of you will be able to be present to be recognized and receive your pin. Following the meeting and presentation, the young ones will have an Easter egg hunt. Bring your baskets and join in on the fun. There are always plenty of eggs! A meal will be served following the egg hunt. The lodge will furnish the meat. Members are asked to bring a side dish and dessert. I hope each of you has a wonderful and blessed Easter! Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, Secretary —SPJST—
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Lodge 81, Needville to award scholarships
The March 2010 meeting of Lodge 81, Needville was held on Sunday, the 21st. At 12 noon, President Vincent Newman gave a prayer of thanks. Our lodge bought barbecue plates from the Tom Stariha fundraiser. Thanks to Darlene Blinka and her kitchen committee for getting everything set up for us. Also, thanks to Bradley Stavinoha for picking up the plates. President Vincent Newman called the business meeting to order at 1 p.m. Bradley Stavinoha led the Pledge of Allegiance. We had a moment of silence for departed member Jerry Blinka. Our sympathy goes to his family and friends. All officers answered the roll call except Special Funds Chairman Tom Stavinoha. Added to our sick list are Jeanette Barnes and Sean Parker. We’re sending you both get well thoughts. Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall read the minutes, and they were approved. Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha read his report, and it was approved as read. Since Special Funds Chairman Tom Stavinoha was absent, President Vincent Newman read his report, and it was approved as read. Under old business, Special Funds Chairman Tom Stavinoha received bids to clean and wax the floor. It was decided and voted on to have HMS Floors do the job. Also under old business, Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha said that the float is reserved for the Needville Youth Fair parade on April 24. Next, Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall talked about the 50-year members. She said two responded that they will attend our April meeting. Jeanette Newman said that she will get the corsage and boutonniere for them. Under new business, Jeanette Newman said that she will get the announcement in to the local newspapers about our local lodge scholarships. Also, President Vincent Newman announced that he was approached by Gilbert Walzel asking to buy the freezer and icemaker from the lodge. After a short discussion, it was decided to allow him to purchase these items. Door prize winners were Ed Kuban, Laura Ann Abschneider, Dorothy Kuban, and Darlene Blinka. Since we had leftover barbecue plates, we decided to give those as door prizes. Winners were Gilbert Walzel, Jeanette Newman, George Abschnei-
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der, Benita Walzel, Alvin Blinka, Lucille Rohan, and Jeanette Barnes. Congratulations to our lucky winners.
Next Meeting—April 18 For our next meal on April 18, it was decided to have baked and fried chicken and sausage. Members, please bring a side dish and a dessert. See you at the next meeting. Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas to celebrate 100th anniversary
SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas will celebrate its 100th anniversary, and you’re invited to be a part of the special occasion! On Saturday, April 17, 2010, the Jodie Mikula Band will kick off a dance from 7:30 until 11:30 p.m. The cost is $10 per person. Our famous grilled hamburgers, klobase sandwiches, and nachos will be available so come hungry! On Sunday, the 18th, doors will open at 11 a.m. Lodge 84’s own Bessie Petr will cater a traditional Czech dinner including pork roast, dumplings, gravy, green beans, and sauerkraut. Cost is $12 for adults and $7 for children, ages 12 and under. After dinner, there will be guest speakers, Czech music, and the children’s program. Be sure to stay for the cake and punch reception in the afternoon. All Lodge 84 members with current
Congratulations to Daniel Hendrix, left, of Lodge 80, Holland! He received his SPJST Lifetime Achiever award on March 21, 2010, at the District Two Spring Meeting held in Holland. Also pictured is District Two Director Bobby Wuensche.
addresses on file with the SPJST Home Office have received special invitations in the mail with an attached RSVP card. Please return the card no later than April 12 or call me to RSVP (469) 951-7396. We look forward to seeing you all on Saturday, April 17 and Sunday, April 18 at Lodge 84, Dallas, located at 2625 Floyd Street in Dallas. Come and celebrate the past 100 years of Lodge 84’s proud history and heritage. For more information, please call me (469) 951-7396 or email mothertucker412@yahoo.com. Fraternally, Kelly (Sims) Tucker —SPJST—
Lodge 87, Temple gives to Fort Hood garden
SPJST Lodge 87, Temple met on March 9, 2010, for a potluck supper and the regular business meeting. A blessing for the meal was given by Sammie Kacir. Following the meal, the Pledge of Allegiance was repeated followed by a moment of silence for departed members. The group voted to make a donation to the Fort Hood Living Memorial Garden project which is being planned as a memorial to those killed in the Fort Hood massacre. Next Meeting—April 13 The lodge will meet again on Tuesday, April 13. Old and new members are invited. Diane Troy, Secretary —SPJST—
Tieing Shoes
By d.knape Lodge 187, Round Rock
tieing shoes was hard as a child
twice as hard as an old man —SPJST—
Lodge 87, Temple: March Meeting Scenes
LEFT PHOTO: Congratulations to Lodge 87, Temple member Charles Kacir. He was the cash bonus winner at the March 16 meeting. RIGHT PHOTO: Members are pictured at the meeting.
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Lodge 80, Holland Welcomes Will O’ Bell
By d.knape Lodge 187, Round Rock
poems come easy and are fun
some as shiny as the sun
others better off not done
the joy is writing one by one. —SPJST—
SPJST Lodge 80, Holland hosted guests from Will O’ Bell nursing home in Bartlett recently. Employees of the facility and residents enjoyed a fun evening out with friends. An
anonymous donor provided cards and delicious hamburgers for the special guests. A wonderful time was had by all. —Risa Pajestka, Lodge 80, Holland
Lodge 91, Crosby seeks lodges, youth to help with Paws Across Texas
SPJST Lodge 91, Crosby encourages lodges and youth clubs to assist with Paws Across Texas — a benefit to help pets and animals across Texas. SPJST lodges and youth clubs can help support animal shelters and veterinarian offices by soliciting food and money donations from the public and businesses in your community. Then, choose a shelter to benefit hungry and misfortunate animals to benefit. Through December 2010, let’s see just how much food and money we can collect as a fraternal organization. Each lodge/youth club is asked to keep a count on how many pounds of food and how much money it collects. Turn these numbers in to your district fraternal activities coordinator (FAC) who will notify the State FAC. The State FAC will tally a grand total at the end of the year. Let’s show the world how SPJST and its lodges and youth clubs can make a difference in our great state of Texas. Thanks for your support of this project. Fraternally, Will Locke, President —SPJST—
Lodge 91, Crosby plans field trip to TCHCC
Lodge 91, Crosby is planning a day trip to the Texas Czech Heritage Center in La Grange on Tuesday, May 18, 2010. The bus will leave the United Methodist Church, located at 107 West Houston Street in Highlands, Texas, at 8 a.m. Expected arrival time is 10:30 a.m. The cost is $12 which includes the tour, lunch, and bus fee. Food is not allowed on the bus; however, you may bring water. You must be 50 or older to ride the county bus. Lodge 91 is also considering extending the trip to include SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm located in Ledbetter following the tour in La Grange. Estimated arrival time back home is 6 p.m. To reserve your seat or for additional information, please call Evelyn Wotipka (281) 426-2204 or Vonda Smesny (713) 870-7114. A minimum of nine occupants is required for this trip. Vonda Smesny Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 107 Floresville changes meeting date to April 25
Lodge 107, Floresville will change its meeting date from Sunday, April 11, 2010, to Sunday, April 25. This will be the date of our annual banquet. We will honor our 50-year members, new members, and sales agents. We will open the doors at 11:30 a.m., and lunch will be served at 1 p.m. Members are asked to come help set up the hall on Saturday, April 24 at 6 p.m., and each family is asked to bring a dessert. Be looking for your invitation in the mail; it should be out shortly. Fraternally, Wendy Pruski, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 141, Sealy reports on March meeting
President Bennie Stolarski began the March meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. All officers were present. There were no departed or new members during the past month. President Bennie welcomed everyone and was pleased with the nice attendance. The minutes were read; the treasurer’s report was given by Edith Karas; and all correspondence was covered. There is a good possibility that we will gain two new transfer members from the Rosenberg lodge. State FAC Chester Jenke reported on the Fort Hood Living Memorial Garden, the summer get-away in Corpus Christi, and other items of interest. He also brought door prizes for us to enjoy.
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With no further business to discuss, Edith Karas made the motion to adjourn, with a second by Melissa Schram. Next Meeting—April 13 The next meeting will be Tuesday, April 13. Fraternally, Bernice Stolarski Secretary/FAC/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 187 Round Rock celebrates St. Paddyʼs Day
Lodge 187, Round Rock has a new roof. Thanks to Red for following up on this with the insurance company. Our youth gave each member a St. Patrick’s Day decoration for them to wear. Some Irish riddles and jokes were read. A moment of silence was held in memory of Bill Holman, Henry Wobus, and Linda’s stepmother. Greg and Jennifer McCarthy are celebrating their anniversary on March 17. Congratulations! There were no birthdays this month.
Next Meeting—April 11 Our next meeting will be April 11 at Gattiland in Round Rock as part of the youth membership drive. Please note the change in time. We will meet from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Gattiland, located on North IH 35 in Round Rock. The phone number is (512) 255-6699. Also, check for a youth article in the Vestnik. I hope to see all of you there. Margie Haas FAC/Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 204 Stephenville supports youth club
The members of Lodge 204, Stephenville met on Sunday, March 21, 2010, at the Koffee Kup Restaurant in Hico. It was a very good meeting, and members discussed the online meeting that will take place in April. Wes Pierce will set up the meeting on web ex.com. Any members who want to join need to let one of the officers know that they want to join in the meeting: first - Wes Pierce john.wes.pierce@gmail.com; second - Sandra Pierce - sklpierce@hotmail.com; third - Norman M. Kneschk - normk@htcomp.net. RSVP by April 15 so Wes can set up the meeting on web ex.com. The officers plan to meet at Sandra Pierce’s house for the meeting. If you do not have a computer, you can join in on the telephone. Sandra’s number is (254) 485-5801 or to be there with the officers. This will be a first for SPJST and a learning experience. Donna Pierce brought us up-to-date on the youth club and told the members that the youth will be baking cookies for the fire department, and their next meeting will be at the bowling alley in Stephenville. There was a motion to donate $100 to the youth club to help them get started as they are doing a good job. The members want to encourage them to keep up the good work. The youth also are plan-
ning a trip to the observatory in Coryell County between Turnersville and Clifton in August to look at the stars and see how an observatory works. There was a motion to donate $25 to the Czech Heritage Museum to help defray the cost of the performance of The Bartered Bride. After the meeting, the members enjoyed a good meal paid for by the lodge and socialized for a while. We missed all of you who did not make the meeting. We hope to see you the next time. Keep smiling, Norman M. Kneschk President/Treasurer/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 255, Katy meets April 12
Lodge 255, Katy will meet Monday, April 12 at 6:30 p.m. at NBG Graphics, located at 19424 Park Row, Suite 100, in Houston. The lodge will not meet in May due to some of its active members will be climbing Mount Everest to raise awareness for the Joe Joe Bear Foundation (www.joejoebear.org) on the meeting date. Members, please make an effort to attend our monthly lodge meetings; they are not dull or boring. They are entertaining and informative. Members, we need you. Please give me a call if you have any questions or need any information (832) 851-5466. We
Lodge 207, Iowa Park Presents 2010 Officers
The 2010 Lodge 207, Iowa Park officers are, left to right, President Dennis Kotulek, Treasurer/Reporter Joyce Kotulek, and Vice President/FAC Janie Miller. Not pictured is Secretary Mary Frances Hatter.
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look forward to seeing you at the next meeting on Monday, April 12. Fraternally, Mary Granberry Secretary/Treasurer/Reporter —SPJST—
Ennis Sewing Circle
Ennis Sewing Circle met on March 11, 2010. Ann Clagett, Dorothy Prachyl, and myself arrived at 8 a.m. We arranged tables and chairs, and others started arriving. We stretched Joyce Ehrenberger’s quilt top which was the last top her grandmother Nancy Jane Parker made before she passed away in 1954. Before we knew it, we had quilters all around. Thank you, everyone. By lunchtime, we had 22 members and two guests Joe and Julius. Ann Clagett led us in prayer, and we all enjoyed a delicious lunch. Ann brought a big pot of stew, and we had many, many other dishes—all were very good. Thank you, everyone, and thank you to the cleanup crew. We even cleaned out the cabinet space in the kitchen. It really needed it, and it really looks nice now. After lunch, new President Dorothy Prachyl called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all, and a moment of silence was held for Sylvia Laznovsky, our member, cousin of Pat Fowler and Dorothy J. Kudrna, second cousin of Bessie Laznovsky, and sister-in-law of Lil Laznovsky; for Bernie Horak, cousin of Dorothy Valek; for Marian Nesuda, cousin of Dorothy J. Kudrna; for Victor Jurcik, uncle of Bertha Podhrasky and Sadie Kubin; and for Jerry Kohn, husband of Vickie Kohn. Dorothy J. read the minutes of the last meeting, and Lil Kosarek gave the treasurer’s report. Both were approved as read. Thank you went out to the following for donations made in memory of Sylvia Laznovsky: Jerry and Georgia Stransky, Dorothy Prachyl, Lil Kosarek, Dorothy J. Kudrna, Libbie Vrla, Bessie Laznovsky, Ann Clagett, Sidney Bridewell, Dorothy Valek, and Georgie Morales; in memory of Jerry Kohn by Ella Mae Zmolik; in memory of Ernest Haskovec, Emil Janousek, Eleanora Bowers, and Marian Nesuda by Dorothy J. Kudrna. We appreciate the above. Sunshine Lady Eleanora an-
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nounced the March and April birthday celebrants—Georgia Wensowitch, Joyce Ehrenberger, and Dorothy M. Kudrna. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Georgia and Joyce. A card was signed for Dorothy M. A thinking of you card was signed for Geraldine Zhanel. She has moved to Waxahachie, and we want her to know we are thinking of her. We hope she likes her new apartment. Eleanora also stated that she sent Sylvia a card while she was in the hospital and sent a peace plant to her funeral. The reason we included the April birthdays is we will be traveling to Temple and will not have a regular meeting in April. Pat Fowler reported there is no quilting in April; May - we will quilt for Dorothy J.; and June is open. Members, if you have a quilt top ready, please put your name on the list. Dorothy J. read all the names of the people going on the museum/Temple trip. The bus is full. It will leave Sokol Hall at 8 a.m. on Thursday, April 8 and return that afternoon around 5 p.m. Please, everyone, be there by 7:30 a.m. - no later than 7:45 a.m. - so we can all board and be ready to go at 8 a.m. We will park our cars in front of the hall. Our guests going are asked to please pay before boarding the bus. Remember, everyone, you will need money to get into the museum, lunch money, and a tip for the bus driver. I am really looking forward to it. Pat Fowler thanked, and we all thanked Dorothy J. for the great job she did planning the trip with all the phone calls she made and keeping a list of all the names. You did good, Dorothy J. Lil passed out quilt squares for all to sew for the Christmas quilt which is another pretty one. Please bring your sewn squares to the May meeting. Irene Prachyl thanked everyone who quilted on her quilt last month. She donated $20 to the Circle. Thank you. We discussed the donation to Sokol Hall for the use of the kitchen and dining for our meetings. Libbie Vrla made a motion that we give the same as last year. It was seconded by Bertha Podhrasky, and all approved. Pat Fowler made a motion that we send the usual donation to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. It was seconded by Bertha, and all approved. Pat also announced that Jaroslav Cvach and two colleagues from the Czech Republic are here in the United States on business and would like to meet relatives in this area. He is a dis-
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tant cousin to the Trojaceks and Cvach families. Pat invited everyone to come to the SPJST dining room on March 14 at 2 p.m. to visit. Libbie Vrla attended the Czech play “The Bartered Bride” at the University of North Texas in Denton. She told about how much she enjoyed it, how good it was, and how beautiful the Czech singing was. Bertha and Bob Podhrasky and their son Bob and wife Diann also attended and said how wonderful it was. If you have a chance to see it, they recommend you do so. Ann Clagett read a really cute story about “Stuff.” We all have stuff — good stuff, bad stuff, new stuff, old stuff, big stuff, little stuff, my stuff, your stuff, food stuff, cleaning stuff, clothes stuff, medicine stuff, inside stuff, outside stuff, useful stuff, and junky stuff. Anyway, you get the idea. We all have stuff. It was really good. Pat also told a cute joke. We all laughed — something we all need to do more of. The door prize was brought by Bertha Podhrasky and won by Libbie Vrla. Libbie passed out the little gifts which is always fun. President Dorothy thanked everyone for coming, those who set up, helped in the kitchen, and cleaned up. She reminded everyone of the bus trip in April, and the next regular meeting will be May 13. Then, she adjourned the meeting.
Other News Joyce and Joe Ehrenberger celebrated their 63rd anniversary with their children and several longtime friends with dinner at Macaroni Grill in Dallas. Dorothy Prachyl went to Bryan recently to see her great-granddaughter’s soccer game. I didn’t ask if they won. Dorothy also said her grandson Adam Cole was thrilled to get two medals and three ribbons at his Colorado State Championship swim meet. Like I said, he may be our next Olympic gold medalist in swimming. Dorothy Valek brought some of her granddaughter’s wedding pictures. The wedding was at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Dallas with a reception held at Union Station. Lauren was a beautiful bride, and so were the nine other grandchildren who were all in the wedding. Lauren and her husband Davey Farris are now at home in the Lakewood area of Dallas. Lauren is a graduate of Ursuline Academy and honors graduate of UT Austin with a BS in public relations and a BA in Czech language and culture. As a
recent graduate of the University of Dallas with a masters of business administration, Lauren plans to start her own business in investment real estate. Davey is a graduate of Lee Academy and the University of Mississippi. He is employed at Heracus-Kulzer as regional sales manager. Dorothy said her brother Charles Lee Kubelka and his family came for the wedding. This was very special because it has been eight years since Charles has been back to Ennis. He stays very busy with his manufacturing business in Jericho, New York, mainly children’s and teen pajamas, camp clothes, and tee-shirts. The pictures were beautiful, and the wedding sounded out of this world. We wish the new couple much happiness in their new life together. I want to say that we missed Sadie Kubin at the meeting. She wasn’t feeling steady on her legs and didn’t want to venture out. We hope she gets better soon. I also want to say that our new President Dorothy Prachyl and new Vice President Ann Clagett did a great job heading the meeting. Everyone remember April 8: be at Sokol Hall around 7:30 a.m. for the Temple trip. I know we will have a wonderful day. Stay well and happy. See you then. Georgie Morales, Reporter —SPJST—
Fort Worth Friendship Club
The Friendship Club met on Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at St. Thomas Parish Hall for the monthly meeting at 40 members present. We welcomed Alene Kercho who came and joined the Club. The meeting was called to order by President Mary Ann Krivanek who welcomed everyone, especially Maria Gill who has been missed for six months, and thanked Joe Kozel for the music before the meeting. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all then Vice President Betty Krenek read a poem titled, “Winter Turned to Spring.” Secretary Elizabeth Creamer read the minutes from the last meeting, and Treasurer Mary Ann Kozel gave the financial report. Both were accepted as presented. Sunshine Person Willie Mae Becan reported on sending get well cars to Annie Whitsell, Harold Balvin, and Rose Ann Spann. A valentine card was sent to Agnes Reznicek.
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Door prizes were brought by Nettie Naugle - four; Lydia Alholm - two, Joan Wilcox - two; and Paula Arsenault, Alicia Castillo, and Rose Cuba. Thanks, ladies, they were all enjoyed by the 11 winners. Stanley Krenek handled the 50/50 dollar games which were won by Gerry Kortokrax and Kitty Rippin. I’m sure they enjoyed their dollars. The singing of “Happy Birthday” went to March celebrants Willie Mae Becan, Harold Balvin, Vera McKenzie, Carrie Milan, Anna Marie Moncrief, Wilma Stell, and Jo Ann Wilcox. May you all have many more! President Mary Ann reminded everyone that in April we bring food items for St. Thomas food bank. Please be generous as all food banks are in need of items. March hostesses Linda Horner, Nettie Naugle, and their assistants Elizabeth Creamer, Lillie Kosarek, Joe Kozel, Betty Krenek, Mary Ann Krivanek, Debbie Skrasek, and Darlene Tompkins were thanked for the splendid job they did. Special thanks to Shirley Martin on getting all the tables set up with St. Patrick’s Day decorations provided by Annie Whitsell who was unable to attend. Annie, you and Harold were missed. April hostesses will be Pat McWilliams and Lois Smith, and I’m sure there will be a host of helpers to assist. It was suggested the color be yellow in April so everyone wear something yellow. President Mary Ann read three riddles/jokes which were enjoyed by all. There being no further business to come before the meeting, it was adjourned. Grace was said. Then, a great St. Patrick’s Day luncheon was enjoyed by all. Following, games were played, and a good time was had by all. News Helen Skrasek has been on the go again. She, her son Gary, and his wife Debbie Skrasek traveled to Waco on March 7 to Hietmiller Steak House to help Helen’s sister Adele Janak Strand celebrate her 80th birthday along with Adele’s family and Harold’s family. Helen enjoyed a few days with Adele in Waco. After getting home, Helen repacked and flew out of DFW to Savannah, Georgia, on March 11 where she met her son Ron and his wife LeAnn and Ron’s daughter, Dr. Stephanie and husband Knick Myers, and their two daughters Sara (age 11) and Ella (age six). The group in an off-and-on rain,
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toured Savannah on a trolley tour bus and enjoyed eating at a quaint tea room. Then, they drove to Hilton Head, South Carolina, and stayed at the Marriott Resort which was a short distance from the beach. Helen said they did a lot of fun things, walked on the beach, looked for seashells, made sand castles, just played, and ate a different fish every day. By special request of her great-granddaughters, they helped Helen make apple pies and an apple cobbler! After the Myers family left for home in Knoxville, Tennessee, Helen, Ron, and LeAnn drove to Charleston, South Carolina, and noticed all the many old cannons still positioned toward the sea. They enjoyed all the homes which are narrow, long, and very close together, but still charming. Helen especially enjoyed attending mass at St. Francis Catholic Church by the Sea. Again, seafood was the main course. They flew into DFW where they were met by Debbie, Ron, and LeAnn who changed planes to Oklahoma City. Helen said it most certainly was a wonderful family time. Lydia Alholm had a pipe to break in her apartment at the Wellington and now is enjoying new carpeting and new paint. Her sister Frances Matthews lives directly on the floor beneath her so she, too, had water damage and also has new carpeting. Understand, all the work has been completed. Lydia reports she had another successful trip to Durant, Oklahoma, the other day. Good for you! Helen, Lydia, Rose Steinman, Betty Landsfeld, Tracy Horn, Kitty Rippin, Mary Ann Kozel, Willie Mae Becan and family, and I enjoyed attending the 100th Celebration of KJT Society No. 54, Fort Worth. The polka mass with Czech singers from Dallas under the direction of Bob Liska was most enjoyable, and the social/dinner at St. Thomas Parrish Hall was great. It was nice to see so many friends from Dallas and Ennis. Local KJT President Joe Kozel and Vice President Mary Ann Krivanek did a great job in planning, and the food was wonderful. Betty and Stanley Krenek had kitchen duty that day. Sharron Connelly and I enjoyed seeing “The Phantom of the Opera” at Dallas Music Hall. It was great. Then Helen, Debbie, Pauline Morbitzer, and I enjoyed being guests of Lydia’s at the Artisan Theater where we saw “Brigadoon.” It, too, was good. And I drove to Denton in pouring down rain to see the last performance of “The Bartered Bride,” and it truly was great.
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I am still amazed that these college student singers learned to speak Czech so well. I could understand most of what they were saying. In fact, they spoke better Czech than I do, and I’m Czech. Mary Ann and Joe Kozel enjoyed spring break with their two grandchildren. They spent a few days here in Fort Worth then a few days in Austin. I asked Mary Ann if they took them to the Fort Worth Zoo on Wednesday which is half-price day, and she said no that they had gone to the Omni Imax Theater, and that it was a mob. The zoo had a record attendance of 25,800 so it was a zoo at the zoo; cars and people were everywhere. Special thanks to Lydia for taking notes for me at the meeting. I missed the meeting to attend the funeral service of friend Sylvia Laznovsky in Ennis. I still recall the trips we made to Prague to attend Sokol Slets, and our having a car to visit relatives. We always took turns driving while the other read the map. I would always have to tell Sylvia to slow down because I could not read those Czech towns that fast. But, we always got to where we were going. I even got real good in making u-turns. Sylvia will be missed. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, April 7. Don’t forget to bring your dish for lunch, items for St. Thomas Food Bank, and wear yellow! So until, keep smiling! Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST—
be from 3 to 7 p.m., and cost is $8 per person. A trip to Oklahoma was discussed, and Lucy Martinez made a motion that we go to Winstar on April 21. Mary Ann Kozel seconded the motion. About 20 members signed intent to go. If you did not get signed up, call one of the officers. Happy birthday to the March honorees: Willie Mae Becan, Inez Krivanek, and Joann Wilcox. Door prizes were won by Thereta Praslicka, Estelle Hurtik, Marie Keller, Carmen Adcock, Lupe Esparza, Betty Loyd, Betty Krenek, Hattie Scroggins, Ann Schneider, and Kitty Rippin. Hostesses Lucy Martinez, Thereta Praslicka, Helen Kubala, and Jean Sparkman served lunch to 52 members and one guest, Janet Basham. Come again. Fraternally, Evelyn Scaff, Secretary —SPJST—
Ladies Circle of Lodge 92 Fort Worth
Funeral services for Jerry C. Blinka, 75, of Rosenberg, were held at 10 a.m. Friday, March 19, 2010, in the chapel of Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Home in Rosenberg. Interment followed at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Rosenberg. Visitation was from 5 to 8 p.m., with a 7 p.m. rosary, Thursday, March 18 at Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Chapel in Rosenberg. Jerry was born September 11, 1934, in Damon to John and Rosie Kasper Blinka. He passed away Tuesday, March 16 in Sugar Land. He is preceded in death by parents John and Rosie Blinka; daughter Cynthia Huggins; sister Evelyn Christ; and brother Milton Blinka. Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 52 years Dorothy Volarik Blinka; children Patricia Kramer and husband Michael, Margie Fleming and husband David, and Michael Blinka and wife Cecelia; grandchildren Krystle
Before our meeting on March 9, 2010, we had music by Joe Kozel. Thank you, Joe. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited to open our meeting. President Gloria Farek presided. Mary Ann Krivanek gave an inspirational reading. The minutes of our February meeting were read and approved. The treasurer’s report was accepted with no questions. Pauline Morbitzer also reported that Theresa Clay had surgery on the 5th to have valves in her heart replaced. Joyce Tesar reported on the dances coming up in March. There was a St. Patrick’s dance on Friday. Don Peachey will furnish music for our Czech dance on March 28. Music will
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Chance encounter
By d.knape Lodge 187, Round Rock a glimpse of brown fur going over a rock ridge coyote i see him he sees me
he runs for cover and at a far distance stops
and looks back at me with a grin knowing he is safe
he trots off in a slow lope and soon blends into the scenery disappearing like smoke from an open fire. —SPJST—
In Memoriam
In Memory of Jerry Blinka
Kramer, Jonathan Kramer, Elizabeth Huggins, Alex Huggins, Ashley Fleming and Drew Fleming; siblings Sidney Blinka and wife Mildred, Alvin Blinka, Sr. and wife Darlene, Johnnie Blinka and wife Georgie, Willie Mae Kuykendall, and Dorothy Kuban and husband Edward; and other relatives and friends. Pallbearers were Jonathan Kramer, Edward and Henry Prihoda, George Allen Volarik, Tommy Kuykendall, and Alvin Blinka Jr. Honorary pallbearers were Drew Fleming and Alex Huggins. For those wishing, memorials in Jerry’s name may be made to Keep the Vision Alive, c/o Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 1416 George Street, Rosenberg, Texas 77471. Words of condolence may be left for the Blinka family at www.davisgreenlawnfh.com. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Home, Rosenberg. Winnifred Susan Willie Mae Kuykendall —SPJST—
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State Youth Director readies for summer fun
Dear Members, I hope all youth leaders had a good time at Youth Leaders Retreat and enjoyed seeing Cooper Farm’s new cabins. Summer camp is right around the corner. Make sure that your youth club members know that they need to get in their seven meetings to be eligible to go to camp free of charge. If they don’t have the seven meetings, there is still time to get them in, including make-up meetings at other youth clubs and with the adult lodge.
Design a Czech Easter Egg (Kraslice) We have been receiving some really great-looking entries in our design a Czech Easter egg contest being held at our spring meetings. All SPJST youth are being encouraged to enter the Czech Easter egg contest. The first place winning eggs from each district will be displayed in the SPJST Home Office lobby through the end of the youth year. The winning eggs from each district will also be
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The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to:
SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: (254) 774-7447
Email: melaniez@vvm.com
Questions? Call (800) 727-7578
judged on the state level. The overall winner in the state competition will receive a $100 gift certificate. Please make a note of these spring meeting dates: District One—Sunday, April 18 Cooper Farm District Three—Sunday, April 25 Lodge 180, Burleson District Five—Saturday, April 10 Lodge 196, Houston-West District Six—Sunday, April 25 Lodge 4, Hallettsville (American Legion Hall)
Youth Club Officer Elections in May All youth clubs are to elect their officers in May for the 2010-2011 youth year. At your April meeting, please inform your youth members about the positions that will be elected. Information on youth club officer positions and elections are in your youth club handbook. For the convenience of youth parents and children, your youth club’s new handbooks will be put on SPJST’s website spjst.org. In the event that they do not have internet access, have them contact my office for a copy of the youth handbook.
District Seven King, Queen enjoy fall meeting
2009-2010 District Seven King Lane Hoggard and Queen Shelby Howard ride the train at Landa Park in New Braunfels at the District Seven Family Fun Day held in November.
—Submitted by Leah McDonald, Lodge 185, New Braunfels
Get Involved: Join Hands Day Hope your plans are coming along for Join Hands Day, which will be observed May 1. It is a great way for the youth and adults in your lodge to take on a project together! Many lodges have already made plans for their project. The goal for this year is 55 lodges to participate. Take plenty of pictures and get them to the Vestnik so we may share your project with other members. Again, this year, the Join Hands Day awards center will select 10 awardees from thousands of volunteer projects that develop youth and adult partnerships on Join Hands Day. Each winning project receives a $1,000 check and an engraved award. Coordinating groups choose how the funds are used. Some organizations find it appropriate to donate the money to the beneficiary of the project or another benevolent cause. Others choose to save it as seed money for next year’s event. In selecting Excellence Award recipients, the most important consideration is the quality of the youth and adult partnership in planning and executing the event. Other criteria include the quality of the project to the neighborhood or to persons in need and the effectiveness of the mobilization group. I would love to see one of our local lodges receive this award. Do not forget that the SPJST Home Office will offer a $100 incentive to local lodges who partner with the youth club or some other youth organization in their community. This money is to be used in developing and/or promoting their project. To receive the $100 incentive, lodges must register the event with the office of the State Fraternal Activities Coordinator and on line with Join Hands Day. Following confirmation of receipt of your project from the Join Hands Day association, the Supreme lodge will then forward a check to the local lodge. If you need more information for planning your project, please contact State FAC Chester Jenke at cejenke@wmconnect.com., phone (210) 413-3053 or me. You may also visit the Join Hands Day website at www.joinhandsday.org for ideas. Flag Day Essay Contest All SPJST youth between the ages entering kindergarten to high school senior are encouraged to enter this year’s Flag Day Contest. This annual contest promotes patriotism and creative literacy. There is also a coloring contest for members ages eight and younger. Several prizes will be
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awarded in both the Flag Day contest and the coloring contest. The winners of the coloring contest will be announced at the SPJST Flag Day Ceremony in Temple on Monday, June 14. The overall winner of the Flag Day Essay Contest will be asked to come and read their winning essay at the SPJST Flag Day Ceremony in Temple. The deadline for all entries is May 31.
Camp Tee-Shirts Available This year’s camp tee-shirts are available for sale. The deadline to order is May 31. Tee-shirts will be delivered to the purchaser at summer camp, or we can have them mailed to you for an additional charge. Leaders-in-Training Retreat June 11-13 The Leaders-in-Training (LIT) Retreat will be held at Cooper Farm and will be a full weekend of events this year. The retreat will start at 7 p.m. on Friday and be over at 11 a.m. on Sunday morning.
Lodge 17 New Tabor Youth Perform at Cheer Nationals
On Saturday, February 27, 2010, Kadie Hartman, left, and Macy Narro performed at Cheer Nationals in Houston, Texas, at the George R. Brown Convention Center. They earned an excellent rating, and each received a trophy. They are two out of six squad members of the “Pink Ladies.” Both Macy and Kadie are members of Lodge 17, New Tabor. Way to go, Pink Ladies! We are proud of you!
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This will be an opportunity for all LITs to learn what their duties are at camp and to learn what responsibilities they are accepting by being an LIT. LITs must attend in order to assist with their district’s summer camping season. LITs will also assist their youth leaders in their youth clubs throughout the year. Who is eligible to be a Leader-InTraining? LITs must be high school age — that means they must be entering at least the ninth grade this fall — and be considered trustworthy and responsible by their youth leader and district youth counselor. An LIT form is available from your youth leader.
Quarterly Reports Due June 15 Thanks, youth leaders, for submitting your quarterly reports on time. This is greatly appreciated. The next quarterly report is due on June 15.
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State YAD - August 7 at the Temple Mayborn Center It looks like hotel rooms will be in high demand in Temple again this year. So far, SPJST has rooms blocked out in the Holiday Inn Temple (254) 7785511 ($90 a night) and the Hilton Garden Inn (254) 773-0200 ($89 a night). If you know that you will be needing a room, I strongly encourage you to go ahead and get your hotel room booked now. Both hotels are pretty nice. If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact me.
Emerald Beach Holiday Inn which is located right on the beach. There will be a lot of activities for the whole family. Additional details are included in this mailing and will be presented in the Vestnik as they become available. Fraternally, John Hoelscher State Youth Director —SPJST—
End-of-Summer Getaway! Good times await you at the Corpus Christi End-of-Summer Getaway. Start making plans now to join us on August 13 to 15 for a fun-filled weekend. This year, we will be staying at the
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District Two youth participate at district meeting
Dear Vestnik Readers, On Sunday, March 21, 2010, the weather was cold and windy on the outside, but as members entered Lodge 80, Holland, they knew it was spring time. The hall was beautifully decorated with spring colors on the tables and walls. What warmth it brought to all who attended the District Two Spring Meeting. Thank you, officers and members, for your great hospitality. The food was absolutely delicious. It was so kind of you to give the table decorations to the lucky ones sitting nearest each spring bouquet. Thank you also to your members
SPJST April Vestnik Project
This project earns a maximum 2 points in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Points System. Mail completed project no later than May 15, 2010 to: SPJST Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503
Name__________________________________________________________________ Age______________ Lodge______________ “Historically many groups celebrated various rituals of planting and Spring is in the Air gathering in the late spring. We know they were as happy as we are with the return of spring and abundance.” ince ancient times, Spring has been considered a time of rebirth and renewal. The snows of winter melt away, flowers bloom, and all As Dr. Wernecke mentions, Spring was a time of celebration and the world seems new again. For many of us, it is a reason to spend more joy. For primitive humans, the long end to the harsh Winter months time outdoors and of course there’s always spring break to enjoy! meant a second chance at life.
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This year, we observed the first day of Spring on Saturday, March 20. The day is significant for reasons having to do with the position of the sun. On March 20, 2010, at precisely 12:32 p.m. Texas time, the Sun crossed directly over the Earth’s equator. This moment was known as the “vernal equinox.” Translated, vernal means “belonging to the spring” and equinox means “equal night.” Because the Sun is positioned above the equator, day and night are about equal in length all over the world on that day.
People have recognized the vernal equinox for thousands of years. There is no shortage of rituals and traditions surrounding the coming of Spring. Many early civilizations celebrated for the basic reason that their food supplies would soon be restored. The date is significant in Christianity because Easter always falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon after the vernal equinox. It is also probably no coincidence that early Egyptians built the Great Sphinx pyramid so that it points directly toward the rising Sun on the day of the vernal equinox.
Dr. D. Clark Wernecke, Executive Director of the Gault School of Archaeological Research in San Marcos, Texas, shares his insight into the rituals of Spring.
Dr. Wernecke concludes with, “Hunting and gathering in the spring was easier and people put on the weight they’d lost over the winter. If I had to go out on a limb I’d say that any rituals observed were probably short and to the point. The coming of Spring brings hope to hunters and gatherers but they cannot sit back and celebrate until well after it has started.” The rituals and meanings have changed many times over the years, but the joy of Spring is universal. So celebrate this season in any many that suits you. Spend time with friends outdoors. Clean out your room or the family garage. Give thanks for the second chance we have all been given and take advantage of a glorious 2010! Sources: FactMonster.com, examiner.com
April Vestnik Project After reading the story, identify three things that you or your youth club could do to celebrate the arrival of spring. Use the back of this sheet if you need additional space for your answers. 1. _______________________________________________________ 2. _______________________________________________________ 3. _______________________________________________________
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who donated door prizes. Thank you to all the youth who attended. The attendance of the youth was rather small this year due to spring break and other activities. However, those who attended seemed to have a good time. We had youth attending from Elgin, Granger, Cyclone, Taylor, Seaton, Beyersville, Holland, Morgan’s Point, and Round Rock. It was good to have two of our newest youth leaders attending the meeting, Jessica Fernandez of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point and Jennifer McCarthy of Lodge 187, Round Rock along with youth leaders Joyce Bowen, Emilie Tischler, Joan Vanicek, Cristy Girod, Lynette Talasek, Tammy Pechal, Frank Horak, and Christine Festa. Thank you, youth member Justin Kraatz, for spending your birthday with us. Hope we didn’t embarrass you too much when everyone sang “Happy Birthday” to you. Thank you to all the youth who participated in the Easter egg contest. You all did a great job. What talent you all have! I am very proud of each of you. Winners were: Ages Kindergarten to 8 1st—Zoe Talasek (Seaton) 2nd—Chase Alexander (Seaton) 3rd—Kayla Wuensche (Beyersville) Ages 9 to 11 1st Allison Janke (Holland) 2nd Brady Alexander (Seaton) 3rd Shelby Horak (Holland)
Ages 12 to 14 1st—Elizabeth Tischler (Granger) 2nd—Brooke Hoelscher (Seaton) 3rd—Lauren Janke (Holland)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st—Stephanie Vanicek (Cyclone)
Congratulations to the youth clubs who received incentive awards for meeting the 2009 quota. I would also like to thank each of you for re-electing me as your DYC along with Janet Lyon and Carol Tallas as my assistants. We have a great time planning activities for you. We always welcome your ideas and suggestions. Congratulations also to Kayla Wuensche of Lodge 48, Beyersville and Justin Kraatz of Lodge 47, Seaton for being chosen as the District Two Flag Bearers. After the business meeting and awards presentations, the youth were ready to hit the outdoors. There they found a handsome Easter Bunny being led by our District Two Queen Nic-
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hole Festa. That bunny sure did leave a lot of colorful eggs. Everyone’s baskets were overflowing. I hope each of you got a prize egg. And, thanks to those who shared their chocolate with me. Thank you to Holland Youth Leader Frank Horak and the youth club for preparing the eggs, E.J. Anderson, and Janet and Carol for getting it all organized. It was a great day. District Two Youth leaders will be meeting on April 17. If you have any ideas or concerns, please get with me or your youth leader, and we will bring it up at our meeting. Hope you have a great spring and are gearing up for a great SPJST summer! Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Youth Counselor —SPJST—
Lodge 48 Beyersville Youth Club reports on March meeting
Our youth meeting was held on Sunday, March 14, 2010, at 5 p.m. There were six members, three adults, and three visitors present. We talked about our summer trip and decided that we wanted to go to a beach resort. We will need to earn about $2,500 to help pay for the trip. We will hold a garage sale on April 10. We will accept donations for the garage sale. Please call Donna (512) 365-5717 if you have items to donate. We played games after the meeting and then we ate barbecue chicken made by my dad, John Wuensche.
Next Meeting—April 12 Our next meeting will be held on Monday, April 12 at 6 p.m. On March 21, my brother Trent and I attended the District Two Spring Meeting. I was asked to be the District Two Flag Bearer. Thank you, Patsy, for asking me. I look forward to serving as flag bearer. The Easter Bunny was there and hid lots of eggs. I found eggs and won seven prizes. My lucky day! I also won third place in the egg decorating contest. Our youth club received an award in the incentive program. Thank you, Melanie, for taking a picture of me and Trent. Fraternally, Kayla Wuensche, age 9 —SPJST—
Lodge 202 Jourdanton youth serves the team home
The winter volleyball season for Amanda Hoggard’s team, the Gators, was not as successful as she had hoped. The team struggled to win matches, although the games were close e v e r y week. Finally, the last two w e e k s brought them success as they won the match against the first place team followed by a season finale match win against the second place team. Amanda took over serving in the final tie-breaking game, with the task of needing to score three consecutive points. She handled the stress well, making sure each of her serves were on target. The
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team rallied behind her serves and brought the win home. The team broke into a celebration around Amanda. She was so excited to lead the team to victory! Amanda switched from soccer to volleyball last year. It is fun seeing how much she has improved in two short seasons. Her next season starts soon, and she cannot wait to get back on the court. I am glad she has found a sport she enjoys as much as I like soccer. Go, Gators! Fraternally, Sammy Hoggard —SPJST—
Lodge 185, New Braunfels youth: snow much fun on spring break
Dear Readers, I just took a trip for spring break to Ruidoso, New Mexico. My family and I went skiing at Ski Apache. Ski Apache is owned and run by the Mescalaro Apache Indians in New Mexico. We skied on March 14, 15, and half a day the 16th. On March 15, it started snowing while we were skiing. The snow stung my face as I went down the mountain. My dad and my aunt Eileen talked me into going close to the top of the mountain on the trail called Sierra
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Blanca. A couple of times the trail dropped off to a black diamond trail. One of the black diamond trails was called Screaming Eagle. What a name! I had a lot of fun. It was the best time of my life. It was also my first time to see snow. I had a blast! The pictures below are of my mom, dad, and I skiing and my dad and I on one of the ski lifts. Fraternally, Leah McDonald —SPJST—
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Lodge 202 Jourdanton assistant youth leader recognized
My mom, Sandra Hoggard, assistant youth leader for Lodge 202, Jourdanton, has done it again! She was recently recognized for her involvement in volunteer activities at her work during the annual Team Tesoro meeting in February. She was one of 22 Tesoro employees spotlighted, and she received a certificate for her significant contribution—volunteering more than 30 hours to company-sponsored community events. As an accounting manager for Tesoro, she sets a great example to her employees by participating in Meals on Wheels, the mentor program, bi-monthly blood drives, food bank sorting and packaging, and many donation drives, just to name a few. My brothers and I are very proud of her award and like helping when we can. Fraternally, Amanda Hoggard —SPJST—
Hey, Kids! Enter the SPJST Flag Day Contest
Hey, kids in grades kindergarten to high school senior! Enter the 2010 SPJST Flag Day Essay Contest!
What is it? Each year, SPJST sponsors a Flag Day Contest to promote patriotism and creative writing.
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Lodge 185, New Braunfels Youth Club Sees Play
Dear Readers, Lodge 185, New Braunfels had its March youth meeting on the 7th, and we went to see a play at the Brauntex Theater in New Braunfels. One of our youth members, Regan Lewis, was in the play. The play was called Willy Wonka,
Who Can Enter? All SPJST members in grades kindergarten to high school senior. Youth club membership is not required. 2010 Theme “American Spirit”
Grand Prize Award $100 gift certificate and winning entry will be submitted for publication in the Vestnik.
Runner-Up Prizes Ages Kindergarten to 8 $50 Gift Certificate Ages 9 to 11 $50 Gift Certificate Ages 12 to 14 $50 Gift Certificate Ages 15 to High School Senior $50 Gift Certificate
Participation Awards All participants will receive a participation certificate. Youth club members will also receive two merit points in the Merit Point System.
Judging Entries will be judged by a panel of writing specialists. Judging is based on the entry’s creativity, grammar, and neatness.
The Rules Write Flag Day essay or poem with the theme “American Spirit” in mind. Essay length must be between 150 to 500 words. • Entries must be typed. • Entries must be original and created by the youth member.
Jr. It was a wonderful play—the best I have ever seen, and Regan did a great job. Fraternally, Leah McDonald —SPJST—
• Entries become the property of SPJST and will not be returned. • Entries must include a cover sheet with the following information: participant’s name, address, phone number, and lodge number. Entries must be postmarked by May 31, 2010.
Got Questions? Call State Youth Director John
Hoelscher (254) 534-0681 or email johnh@spjst.com. Mail entries to: SPJST State Youth Director John Hoelscher c/o SPJST Home Office PO Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503-0100 —SPJST—
Lodge 202, Jourdanton youth: foot-stomping, good time
At the last youth meeting, members of all ages got in on the fun of trying to burst each other’s balloon. Even Youth Leader Regina House joined in on the fun. The youth joined the adult lodge for a wonderful lunch, providing side dishes and desserts to accompany the fried chicken. During the business meeting, the group discussed plans for an Easter basket decorating contest and egg hunt for the April meeting. Discussions also centered on a
youth outing, with the group deciding it was time for a trip to the San Antonio Zoo in May. The members were reminded of the many important dates coming up including YAD and camp. Every meeting is a new adventure, and we are looking forward to the upcoming events! Thank you to our leaders for organizing events that keep us active and involved. Fraternally, Lane Hoggard —SPJST—
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Tee-Shirt Design by Rachel McManus Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club
Order Your SPJST 2010 Camp 2010 Tee-Shirt Today! Order Your SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Today!
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The 2010 camp tee-shirts are white with the “Dobry Den – Spirit 2010,”design on them. Tee-shirts must be pre-ordered and pre-paid. Youth club members attending camp will receive their tee-shirts at camp. Tee-shirts can also be mailed for an additional $2.00 for postage per shirt.
Order Deadline: May 31, 2010 Name
Lodge
Address/City/Zip Phone
Please order the following tee-shirts. Adult $7.50 Small (34-36) ______ Medium (38-40) ______ Large (42-44) ______ X-Large ______ Adult XX-Large $8.50 ______ Adult XXX-Large $9.50 ______ Youth $6.50 Small (6-8) ______ Medium (10-12) ______ Large (14-16) ______ Total number of shirts ordered: ______ Postage for shirts, if mailed ($2.00 per shirt): ______ Total Amount Enclosed: ______ Send your order along with your check to:
SPJST Home Office c/o State Youth Director John Hoelscher P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503
Tee-Shirt Design by Rachel McManus Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club The 2010 camp tee-shirts are white with the “Dobry Den – Spirit 2010,”design on them. Tee-shirts must be pre-ordered and pre-paid. Youth club members attending camp will receive their tee-shirts at camp. Tee-shirts can also be mailed for an additional $2.00 for postage per shirt.
District Two Youth Clubs, Leaders, Youth Honored at Spring Meeting Sunday, March 21, 2010 • SPJST Lodge 80, Holland Hall Order Deadline: May 31, 2010
Name
Lodge
Address/City/Zip Phone
Please order the following tee-shirts. Adult $7.50 Small (34-36) ______ Medium (38-40) ______ Large (42-44) ______ X-Large ______ Adult XX-Large $8.50 ______ Adult XXX-Large $9.50 ______
Youth $6.50 LEFT PHOTO: District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky, far left, Small (6-8) ______ Medium (10-12) ______ Large (14-16) is pictured with youth leaders, second from left to______ right, Frank Horak
several District Two Youth Clubs for achieving Heritage ‘09 goals: Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club, left to right, Hailey, Youth Leader Cristy, of Lodge 80, Holland; Cristy Girod of Lodge 29, Taylor; Lynette Ta- and Brandon Girod. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club. lasek of Lodge 47, Seaton; Joyce Nelson Lodge 18, Elgin; ordered: Joan Van-______ Front, left to right, Zoe Edwards, Chase Alexander, and Justin Kraatz. Totalofnumber of shirts icek of Lodge 24, Cyclone; Emilie Tischler of Lodge 20, Granger; Back: Youth Leader Lynette Talasek, Jerry Pechal, Brooke Hoelscher, forRound shirts,Rock; if mailed ($2.00 per shirt): ______ Jennifer McCarthy of Postage Lodge 187, and Jessica Fernandez Brady Alexander, Brandon Hoelscher, and Assistant Youth Leader of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point. CENTER PHOTO: Congratulations to Tammy Pechal.
Total Amount Enclosed: ______
Send your order along with your check to:
SPJST Home Office c/o State Youth Director John Hoelscher P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 48, Beyersville Youth Club. Kayla and Trent Wuensche. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 80, Holland Youth Club. Front, left to right, Lauren Janke, Garrett Festa, Youth Leader Frank Horak, Shelby Horak, and Allison Janke. Back: Cyril Pajestka, Nichole Festa, Alexis Festa, Assistant Youth Leader Christine Festa, Jacob Horak, Zachary
Janke, Ryan Festa, and Assistant Youth Leader Connie Horak. RIGHT PHOTO: Congratulations to Kraslice Czech Easter Egg Design Contest winners, left to right, Zoe Edwards and Lauren Janke, both of Lodge 80, Holland; Elizabeth Tischler of Lodge 20, Granger; and Stephanie Vanicek of Lodge 24, Cyclone.
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Give plastic eggs a second life as eggimals!
Whether the kids are age 4 or 40, they’ll be smiling when they see the eggimals on your Easter tables. Your plastic eggs may have turned into cats, mice, pigs, skunks or even owls. They’re cheaper by the dozen than
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chocolate eggs and better for your teeth. All you need to make them is some glue, tiny pom-poms for noses, a little felt, a black permanent marker for eyes and whiskers, plus a threeinch piece of yarn and one pipe cleaner. You could be creative on your own or download a template at FamilyFun.com. Use Crafter’s Pink glue or hot glue to attach the features. For the pig, curl a 4-inch piece of pipe cleaner around a pencil to make the tail, then glue it in place so it stands up. It has pink ears and feet, drawn-on eyes and a nose. For the mouse's tail, glue on a 3-
inch length of yarn, knotted at the end. It has round ears. For the skunk, glue the rear half of the stripe to the tail, then glue the tail and front of the stripe to the body. For the cat, make pointed ears, a tail, and a pom-pom nose. Draw its whiskers and mouth with the marker. After assembling your materials, it takes about an hour to create your herd of eggimals. Make some stand up the tall way and some the short way. They make nice decorations, but making them can also be an Easter afternoon project with your children. Dad will probably have an idea or two. —SPJST—
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District Two Youth Participate in Spring Meeting Sunday, March 21, 2010 • SPJST Lodge 80, Holland Hall
ABOVE PHOTOS: Youth enjoy the Easter egg hunt and prizes. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: 2009-2010 District Two Queen Nichole Festa and Duchess Shelby Horak, both of Lodge 80, Holland, and King Sam Vanicek of Lodge 24, Cyclone. Garrett Festa of Lodge 80 fills in as duke for the day. PHOTO
2: Pictured with the Easter Bunny are Kayla, Trent, and Trevor Wuensche, all of Lodge 48, Beyersville. PHOTO 3: Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek and wife Joan visit with the Easter Bunny. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 80 Assistant Youth Leader Christine Festa and Youth Leader Frank Horak.
BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Luke McCarthy of Lodge 187, Round Rock with the Easter Bunny. PHOTO 2: Hailey and Brandon Girod of Lodge 29, Taylor display their Easter eggs found during the hunt. PHOTO 3:
Duchess Shelby and Queen Nichole with the Easter Bunny. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point youth Jonathan and Matthew Fernandez are proud of their Easter egg hunt finds!
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BENEVOLENCE
ROČNÍK 98 CISLO 13
Airplane Letadlo
270. I want to make a reservation. (LIT.: order an airplane ticket). Chtěl bych si objednat letenku. KHTyĔL-bĭkh-sĭ AWB-yĕd-naht LĔtĕn-koo. 271. When is the next flight (to Vienna)? Kdy je další let (do Vídněj)? Gdĭ yĕ DAHL-shee lĕt (DAW-veednyĕ)?
272. When does the plane reach (Brno)? Kdy přiletíme do (Brna)? Gdĭ PRZHĬ-lĕ-tyee-mĕ DAW-(bŭrnah)?
273. May I confirm the reservation by telephone? Mohu potvrdit rezervaci telefonicky? MAW-hoo PAW-tvŭr-dyĭt RĔ-zĕr-vahtsĭ TĔ-lĕ-faw-nĭts-kĭ?
274. At what time should we check in (at the airport)? Kdy máme být (na letišti)? Gdĭ MAH-mĕ beet (NAH-lĕ-tyĭsh-tyĭ)?
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April 11 Harris County CHS Czech SpringFest— at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street at 15th Street in the Heights, Houston. Entertainment; demonstrations; Czech/Slovak exhibits; traditional Czech/Moravian folk songs; traditional Czech dinner; cultural booths; genealogy research room; silent auction; country store; plant booth; and numerous vendors. Proceeds benefit non-profit CHS-HCC genealogy/cultural library, 4117 Willowbend,
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275. How long does it take to get to the airport from my hotel? Jak dlouho trvá cesta na letiště z hotelu, kde bydlím? Yahk DLOH OO ‿ haw TŬR-vah TSĔS-tah NAH-lĕtyĭsh-tyĕ SKHAWtĕ-loo, gdĕ BĬD-leem?
276. Does the plane stop en route? Zastavuje letadlo po cestě? ZAH-stah-voo-yĕ LĔ-tah-dlaw PAWtsĕs-tyĕ? 278. We want to travel (first class). Chece leět (první třídou). KHTSĔ-mĕ LĔ-tyĕt (PŬRV-nyee TRZHEE-doh oo).
280. How much baggage am I allowed? Kolik si smím vzít s sebou zavazadel? KAW-lĭk-sĭ smeem vzeet SSĔ-boh ‿ oo ZAH-vah-zah-dĕl? 281. How much per kilo for excess? Kolik se platí za kilogram přes váhu? KAW-lĭk-sĕ PLAH-tyee ZAH-kĭ-lawgrahm PRZHĔS-vah-hoo?
282. May I carry this on board? Mohu si tohle vzít s sebou do letadla? MAW-hoo-sĭ TAW-hlĕ vzeet SSĔ-boh ‿ oo DAW-lĕ-tah-dlah? Houston. For information, call (713) 3490500; or visit online www.czechheritage.org; click on Harris County. Submitted by Jan Esenwein.
April 25 CESAT Annual Membership Meeting— in Hanslik Room at TCHCC Museum, La Grange, Texas, 2 p.m. Meeting will cover officer reports, constitutional revision, change in dues, scholarships, and new business. Please email CESAT President Jane Reynolds janereyn@onr.com to confirm your attendance. Please mail your dues to Jane Reynolds, 8200 Neely Drive, No. 113, Austin, Texas 78759; or pay at the meeting. Submitted by, Thadious Polasek, Lodge 67, Schulenburg. —SPJST—
283. Give me a seat (on the aisle). Dejte mi místo (vedle uličky). DAY-tĕ mĭ MEES-taw (VĔD-lĕ OOlĭch-kĭ).
284. What kind of plane is used on that flight? Jakého letadla se používá na tom letu? YAH-keh-haw LĔ-tah-dlah-sĕ PAWoo-zhee-vah NAH-tawm LĔ-too? 285. Will food be served? Bude se podávat jídlo? BOO-dĕ-sĕ PAW-dah-vaht dlaw?
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286. Is there bus service between the airport and the city? Je autobusové spojení mezi letištěm a městem? Yĕ AH ‿ oo-taw-boo-saw-veh SPAWyĕ-nyee MĔ-zĭ LĔ-tyĭsh-tyĕm ah MNyĔS-tĕm? 287. Is flight (22) on time? Letí let číslo (dvaadvacet) bez zpoždění? LĔ-tyee lĕt CHEES-law (DVAH-ahdvah-tsĕt) BĔS-spawzh-dyĕ-nyee?
288. May we board the plane now? Můžeme už nastoupit do letadla? MOO-zhĕ-mĕ oosh NAH-stoh ‿ oo-pĭt DAW-lĕ-tah-dlah?
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289. From which gate does my flight leave? Z kterého nástupiště odletí moje letadlo? SKTĔ-reh-haw NAH-stoo-pĭsh-tyĕ AWD-lĕ-tyee MAW-yĕ LĔ-tah-dlaw?
290. Please call the stewardess. Zavolejte, prosím, letušku. ZAH-vaw-lay-tĕ, PRAW-seem, LĔtoosh-koo.
291. Fasten your seat belts. Zapněte si upínací pásy. ZAH-pnyĕ-tĕ-sĭ OO-pee-nah-tsee PAH-sĭ.
292. No smoking. Kouření zakázáno. KOH ‿ OO-rzhĕ-nyee ZAH-kah-zahnaw.
293. An announcement. Oznámení. AW-znah-mĕ-nyee. 294. The stewardess. Letuška. LĔ-toosh-kah.
295. A boarding pass. Palubní vstupenka. PAH-loob-nyee FSTOO-pĕn-kah.
296. The limousine. Limunína. LĬ-moo-zee-nah. —SPJST—
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Fraternal Activities and Entertainment
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LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Monday of evennumbered months February, April, June, August, October, and December at 6 p.m. Potluck served after meetings. All are welcome! The youth club meets on the second Sunday of each month at 6 p.m. at the lodge hall. The Christmas party is on the first Sunday of December. For hall rental information, call (979) 966-3795.
month, 7 p.m.; youth club meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. unless otherwise stated. For all Lodge 18, Elgin hall rentals, please call Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534. For band bookings, call Artie Monson (512) 281-3711. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility.
LODGE 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, Brian Heitzman (940) 686-4429 or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359.
LODGE 21, ENGLE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 2 p.m.
LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.
LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD Sunday, April 4—Marek family day Friday, April 16—Social night, 6 p.m. Sunday, April 25—Knapek family reunion Sunday, May 2—Lodge 6 meeting, 2 p.m. Friday, May 7—Social night, 6 p.m. Saturday, May 15—rural school reunion Friday, May 21—Social night, 6 p.m.
Lodge hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West, Texas - three miles east of West off FM 2114. Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the hall. 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, 503 Park Drive, Weimar, Texas 78962. 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 Adult lodge monthly meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at the lodge hall at 7 p.m. Youth club meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Please join us!
LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS Lodge hall: 600 State Highway 36 and 190, Buckholts, Texas. 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, April 11—Free dance: The Incredible Music Makers, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person Sunday, April 18—Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7/person Sunday, May 16—Red Ravens, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person Lodge hall: 702 Highway 95 North, Elgin. Adult lodge meetings are the third Tuesday of each
LODGE 20, GRANGER Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. For information, contact Irene Santiago (512) 859-2244.
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 Lodge hall: 10 miles east of Temple, Texas, off Highway 53. 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. 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 Friday, April 2—Rental Saturday, April 3—Youth club meeting Thursday, April 8—Lodge meeting Saturday, April 10—Rental Sunday, April 11—Dining room rental Saturday, April 17—Rental
Lodge hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis, Texas. Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Game room open every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. For rentals, reservations, or more information, call the hall (972) 875-8381 and leave a message.
LODGE 26, SKIDMORE Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of March, June, September, and December.
LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD Meetings are held at Wharton County Library, 746 Clubside Drive in East Bernard. LODGE 29, TAYLOR Friday, April 2—Country Express
*Thrall 4-H Booster Club will serve fish burgers on the Fridays during Lent which include the dates through Friday, April 10. As always, they will be selling grilled cheese sandwiches and the old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. The Booster Club is now selling gift certificate booklets containing six coupons for $20. This entitles you to six hamburgers or cheeseburgers, which amounts to you buying five burgers and getting one free burger. If you prefer cheeseburgers, this is an additional savings for you since the cheeseburgers cost a little more than hamburgers. These booklets are great gift ideas for birthdays, Motherʼs Day, Fatherʼs Day, Grandparents Day, anniversaries, etc. and especially for the regular customers who buy hamburgers each Friday.
All Friday night dances have free admission. HALL LOCATION: 5025 FM 619, Taylor, Texas. 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.; grilled cheese sandwiches and old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.; 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) 352-9139. LODGE 30, TAITON Lodge meetings are the first Sunday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo, Texas.
LODGE 32, VICTORIA Lodge hall: 3502 North Laurent, Victoria. Lodge meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at the hall at 7:30 p.m. For youth club information, call Youth Leader Mary Monclova (361) 648-1191.
LODGE 35, ELK Saturday, April 3—Cherokee Rose Saturday, April 17—Flat Rock Crossing Saturday, May 15—Cherokee Rose
Lodge meetings are the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 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 hall: just off US 59 South in 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 hall. 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 Jerry Gensler (979) 543-3188; or (979) 648-2317/lodge hall. LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA 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 47, SEATON Saturday, April 3—Happy Easter Saturday, April 10—Private Saturday, April 17—Private Saturday, April 24—Private Saturday, May 1—Private Saturday, May 8—Red Ravens
Seaton Star Hall: 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.; doors open at 6 p.m. For rentals, please contact Edwin Pechal (254) 984-2255; hall phone (254) 985-2548. Seaton Star Hall is a nonsmoking facility.
LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE Lodge hall: 10450 FM 619 - four miles southeast of Taylor, Texas. Lodge meetings are the second Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. Lodge 48, Bey-
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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. Social meetings will be held at 12 noon on June 6 at Green Dickson Park in Shiner and on December 5 at a place to be announced at a later date. 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 Lodge hall: 5502 Kostoryz Road, 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 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 2:30 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 Monica McDougall (254) 774-9971; email SPJST80@yahoo.com; or call 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 hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Lodge meetings are the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the hall. For band bookings, call Cherri Petr (214) 352-4397; 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 6:30 p.m. For rental information, call Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371/shop; or (254) 7736164/home.
LODGE 88, HOUSTON Saturday, April 3—The Moonglow Orchestra, big band music. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, April 10—Mark Halata and Texavia, polka/variety. $8 per person Saturday, April 17—Knights of Dixie Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, April 24—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
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LODGE 89, ROSEBUD For meeting time, date, and location, contact Secretary Patsy Baker (254) 985-2457.
LODGE 91, CROSBY Lodge meetings are held every three months. The time, date, and location of meetings will be posted in the Vestnik. LODGE 92, FORT WORTH Friday, April 2—Charlie Patteson, 8:30 p.m. Sunday, April 4—No dance Friday, April 9—Ron Martin, 8:30 p.m. Friday, April 16—Dave Alexander, 8:30 p.m. - western swing Friday, April 23—Russ Dorsey, 8:30 p.m. Friday, April 30—Gary Lee, 8:30 p.m. Sunday, May 2—Randy and the 92nd Roadhouse Band, 3 p.m.
Lodge hall: 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth, Texas. Lodge 92 membership meetings are the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m., or as otherwise specified. 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. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band will be playing every first Sunday and most third Friday nights. The other Friday nights will continue to be live ballroom type music. Dressy casual. 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) 6241361/Joyce. 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.
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 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio, Texas.
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.
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LODGE 141, SEALY Lodge meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, located at 917 North Circle in Sealy.
LODGE 179, WARRENTON Lodge meetings are the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Lions Club Building, 201 Centennial Street, Carmine, Texas.
LODGE 142, HOUSTON Lodge meetings are held at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Annex Building, 1435 Beall Street at W 15th, Houston, Texas. Meetings are held the second Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted. For information, contact Lodge 142, Houston President Keith Kieschnick (713) 2038712; or Secretary Alice Jochen (979) 743-3613.
LODGE 180, BURLESON Lodge hall: 1150 South Burleson Boulevard (I-35 West), one-quarter mile south of Hidden Creek Parkway exit in Burleson, Texas. 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 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 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 143, INEZ Lodge meetings are the third Friday of March, June, September, and December at 6 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, April 3—Country Now and Then Saturday, May 1—Texas Roadrunners
Lodge hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena, Texas. 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 Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Meetings in November and December are held on the third Tuesday due to Thanksgiving and Christmas. The hall is available to rent for meetings, weddings, retirement parties, reunions, graduations, anniversaries, benefits, and quinceaneras, etc. For information, call Jo (713) 472-7287. 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 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 184, MOULTON Note time change: 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 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. For information regarding building rentals, call (512) 255-1554 or (512) 771-4948.
LODGE 189 BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION Lodge meetings will be held on the second Sunday in March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. Unless otherwise notified, lodge meetings are held in Charles Mundayʼs office, 416 Oak Street, Bryan, Texas (behind the Kettle Restaurant on Texas Avenue) in Bryan.
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 Andy or Maria Anderson (936) 634-1962. For lodge information and dance reservations, call Alma Breazeale (936) 829-5808 or email almab@consolidated.net.
LODGE 195, CLEBURNE Lodge meetings are the first Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 7 p.m.
LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST Lodge hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress, Texas - off Highway 290 West at Skinner. 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. 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 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.
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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. Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton, Texas 78026. 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) 485-5801. LODGE 206, TRI-COUNTIES Lodge meets the first Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the Lions Club, 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) 894-8435.
LODGE 239, HONDO All members reassigned. Call Home Office for more information. 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, April 5—Lodge meeting: meal served at 6 p.m. Meeting follows. Lodge and youth club meetings are the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at Best Quality Meats and Sausage Shop, 2610 South General Bruce Drive, Temple, Texas. For information, call President James Lee, III (254) 289-6816 or FAC David Nauert (254) 534-0809.
LODGE 247, SAN MARCOS All members reassigned. Call Home Office for more information.
LODGE 250, HARLINGEN All members reassigned. Call Home Office for more information.
LODGE 251, PEARSALL All members reassigned. Call Home Office for more information.
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 Mary Granberry (832) 851-5466.
LODGE 258, SEGUIN Meetings are held the fourth Sunday of each month. We 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. The December meeting/Christmas party date will be determined and announced at a later date. Contact President Chester Jenke, Sr. or Treasurer Colleen Jenke (830) 303-4316 for more information. LODGE 267, DFW All members reassigned. Call Home Office for more information. —SPJST—
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