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Humanity ISSN —07458800
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District Two Youth Sweep State Royalty Crowns Approximately 250 SPJST youth
from across Texas met at the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center in Temple, Texas, on Saturday, August 7 to showcase their knowledge and skills at SPJST State Youth Achievement Day (YAD). The 2010 competition involved participants ages six to high school senior. They competed in 15 events, testing their skills in areas such as construction, foods, handicraft, photography, sewing, public speaking, and talent. The event also featured a special category which is always a surprise until the day of the competition. This year, participants were each given a white sheet of paper and an assortment of art supplies to display SPJST. District and State YADs allow SPJST youth club members to demonstrate their knowledge and skills and gain recognition for their achievements. As the youth compete, they develop self-confidence and sharpen their decision-making abilities. They also have a chance to socialize with other youth club members. SPJST State YAD is the culmination of a year of hard work by some of the best and brightest SPJST youth club members. Winners of SPJST District YAD competitions across Texas qualify to compete at the state contest. Seven District YADs were held in June and July in Caldwell, Taylor, Arlington, Hawley, Houston, Blessing, and Floresville. The grand finale of the 2010 State Youth Achievement Day was the presentation of the 2010-2011 State Royalty Court. Crowned to represent
Merit Grant recipients were Mavrick Evans of Lodge 1, Fayetteville; Cyril Pajestka of Lodge 80, Holland; Tommy Weeks of Lodge 183, Arlington; Jodi Malovets of Lodge 162, Iowa Colony; Mark Siptak of Lodge 4, Hallettsville; and Lane Hoggard of Lodge 202, Jourdanton. They each received $1,000 grants. The SPJST Top Junior award went to Brandon Hoelscher of Lodge 47, Seaton and SPJST Top Teen award went to Zachary Shelfer of Lodge 9, Snook. Complete State YAD — including beseda participants and talent, craft, and poster and scrapbook — results will appear in the Vestnik - Youth Spectacular to be published on October 6 —SPJST—
The 2010-2011 SPJST State Royalty are, left to right, Duke Ty Stock and King Samuel Vanicek, both of Lodge 24, Cyclone, and Queen Jacqueline Klaus and Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer, both of Lodge 29, Taylor. They were crowned at State Youth Achievement Day on August 7 in Temple.
SPJST in the coming year were King Samuel Vanicek and Duke Ty Stock, both of Lodge 24, Cyclone, and Queen Jacqueline Klaus and Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer, both of Lodge 29, Taylor. State King Samuel, 16, is the son of Brian and Joan Vanicek. Samuel is a junior at Rogers High School. State Duke Ty is nine years old and the son of Jason and Misty Stock. State Queen Jacqueline, 16, is the daughter of Mark and Debie Klaus. Jacqueline is a junior at Georgetown High School. State Duchess Chandee, age 10, is the daughter of Brett and Stephanie Bach-
Important Dates ...................................3 Interest Rates.......................................3 SPJST Job Posting..............................3 District News .......................................4 Spirit 2010 Updates .............................6 Lodge Section......................................9
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meyer. First runners-up were King Lane Hoggard of Lodge 202, Jourdanton, Duke Jordan Woodall of Lodge 185, New Braunfels, and Queen Taylor Allen and Duchess Madelyn Rodriguez, both of Lodge 9, Snook. Second runners-up were King Grant Dusek and Duke Weston Beasley, both of Lodge 17, New Tabor, and Queen Allison Fucik and Duchess Myranda Zielonka, both of Lodge 30, Taiton. The winner of the $1,500 SPJST State Merit Grant was Stephanie Vanicek of Lodge 24, Cyclone. District
Inside This Week’s Vestnik
Youth Section ....................................16 In Memoriam ......................................19 Czech Culture ....................................20 Advertisements .................................21 Lodge Calendar .................................22 Vestnik Grand Salute Form ..............24
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Lodge 15 Buckholts receives historical preservation funds
District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky is astounded as the State Royalty results are announced. It’s been 31 years since both State King and Queen were from District Two; 24 years since a State Queen was from District Two; and 14 years since District Two yielded a State King.
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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 VESTNIK Fax: (254) 773-8087
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: dimebox5@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
STATE FIELD REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICTS ONE/FIVE Delisle Doherty Mobile: (832) 232-2049 • Home: (281) 855-2841 email: delisled@sbcglobal.net DISTRICT TWO Hiram Dixon, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 231-7722 email: hadixon2003@yahoo.com DISTRICT THREE Philip McBee, FICF, CFFM (325) 784-9800 • Mobile: (325) 647-1949 email: philipmcbee@aol.com DISTRICT FOUR Bobby 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, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (210) 535-4916 - email: wap6564@felpsis.net
Editor’s Note
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No Vestnik will be published next week - August 25. The next
Vestnik will be dated September 1. SPJST publishes 50 Vestniks each year, and next week is one of the non-publishing weeks. Since we have no Vestnik next week, this week provides time for us to catch up on projects that have been put on the back burner for months. We hope to be out of the Vestnik office for a few days so if you call the Home Office and don’t get Katherine or me, feel free to email me at melaniez@vvm.com or call me (254) 534-0807. And, that goes for anytime you cannot reach us at the Home Office! Jerry Celebrates 50 Years The Home Office welcomed more than 200 people who visited and celebrated with SPJST Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas on August 6. The occasion recognized and honored Brother Jerry for his 50 years of service to SPJST. See pictures and a summary in the September 1 Vestnik. Photos from the celebration are online at www.spjst.org. We wish Jerry many more years with SPJST.
State YAD Congratulations Congratulations to each and every youth club member who participated in this year’s State Youth Achievement Day. Whether you took home a medal, trophy, plaque, or not — you are a winner because you were there, and you were participating. That is what counts. 2009 State King Jackson and Queen Grace crowned the 2010
State Royalty. And, what a proud moment for District Two! Thank goodness DYC Patsy Koslovsky had leaders, parents, and friends around to hold her up when the results were announced. Patsy screamed, cried, danced, and celebrated when both District Two King Samuel Vanicek and District Two Queen Jacqueline Klaus were selected as State King and State Queen. Patsy, who has served as DYC since 1989, stated that it has always been her dream to have her queen selected as State Queen. Well, her dream — and then some — came true! Best wishes to King Samuel, Queen Jacqueline, Duke Ty, and Duchess Chandee as they begin their reign. Their first official appearance is at the Westfest parade on September 4. Complete State YAD results will be published in the SPJST Youth Spectacular on October 6. Results and photos are also online at www.spjst.org. Are You the Next State Youth Director? State Youth Director John Hoelscher announced at State YAD that he will step down on September 30 to continue as camp director at Cooper Farm. See the State Youth Director job description on page 3.
Next Vestnik—September 1 In addition to Jerry Mikulas’ celebration article and photos, the September 1 Vestnik will include SPJST ENC donation photos of SPJST Supreme Lodge’s $60,000 donation and Lodge 142, Houston’s cabin donation.
~ IMPORTANT NOTICE ~ No Vestnik will be published August 25.
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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Family Fun and Important Dates
August 22
August 22 August 25 August 28 August 28
August 29
August 29
August 29 Sept. 4 Sept. 11 Sept. 11 Sept. 12 Sept. 12
Sept. 12 Sept. 12 Sept. 12
Sept. 12 Sept. 18 Sept. 18 Sept. 18 Sept. 18
Sept. 19 Sept. 19 Sept. 19 Sept. 24-25 October 2 October 10 October 14 October 24 November 20
November 14 November 20 November 26
Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Booth at Snook VFD Barbecue (1) Lodge 184, Moulton Family Social (6) No Vestnik Published Lodge 84, Dallas Princess Ball (3) Lodge 92, Fort Worth Paprskar Memorial Tarok Tournament (3) Lodge 4, Hallettsville Family Day (6) American Legion Hall, Hallettsville Lodge 9, Snook Turkey Shoot Gunsmoke Shooting Range, Snook (1) Lodge 92, Fort Worth Funny Hat Dance (3) SPJST Float • Westfest Parade, West (3) Lodge 48, Beyersville Fundraiser (2) Lodge 80, Holland (2) hosts Holland Youth Boostersʼ Fundraiser District Two Fall Fun Day District Seven Family Fun Day/Membership Rally American Legion Hall, Jourdanton Lodge 9, Snook Grandparents Day Program (1) Lodge 30, Taiton hosts Grandparents Day Breakfast (6) Lodge 49, Rowena Grandparentsʼ Day/ Ice Cream Social (4) Lodge 84, Dallas Czechfest (3) SPJST Float • Burleson Co. Fair Parade, Caldwell (1) SPJST Float • Lodge 92, Fort Worth Anniversary (3) Lodge 47, Seaton Outdoor Extravaganza (2) Lodge 92, Fort Worth 100th Anniversary Celebration (3) District Two Fall Fun Day • Lodge 18, Elgin District Five Fall Fun Day • Lodge 88, Houston District Six Fall Fun Day • ENC Cooper Farm Lodge 29, Taylor Barbecue Cook-Off (2) SPJST Float • New Ulm Parade (1) Heritage Day at the State Fair of Texas, Dallas (3) SPJST Float • Austin County Fair Parade, Bellville (1) District Three Fall Meeting Denisse Wuensche Scholarship Fundraiser Lodge 48, Beyersville (2) Lodge 133, San Antonio Thanksgiving Luncheon (7) SPJST Float • Tomball Christmas Parade (5) SPJST Float • Fort Worth Christmas Parade (3)
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 4.50% for Annualized* 75% Owner Residence Property
5.00% for 1 to 15 years 5.00% for 16 to 20 years 5.50% 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 3.90% for Annualized*
Annuity III 3.90% for Annualized*
Annuity IV 3.90% for Annualized* * Rates effective 08/01/10 through 10/31/10.
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%
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SPJST Job Posting
Department: FLSA Status: Reports To: Supervises:
Supreme Lodge President Exempt President Administrative Assistant, District Youth Counselors, Youth Leaders
Summary Under the supervision and direction of the Supreme Lodge President, the State Youth Director will work with district youth counselors to plan and direct activities and programs, and to formulate rules and regulations for youth activities at all levels.
Duties and Responsibilities 1. Primarily a field position and will invest at least 1/3 of time in the field working with lodges. 2. Schedule and develop the programs for youth leader training, leaders in training retreats and conduct the training of district youth counselors. 3. Prepare and distribute reports and information to management and the Board of Directors at the direction of the President. 4. Perform and/or oversee administrative and clerical duties associated with the SPJST Youth Program. 5. Responsible for all youth camps. 6. Will work at creating an enthusiastic atmosphere in which youth, parents, and interested parties will want to participate to ensure success of the SPJST Youth Program. 7. Provide weekly verbal reports to the Supreme Lodge President. 8. Travel throughout state. 9. Must maintain regular attendance. 10. Other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications 1. Must be computer literate in MacIntosh and/or windows based software including word processing, presentations and spreadsheet programs. 2. Good driving record. 3. Must have excellent written communication skills including strong spelling and grammar. Must have the ability to carefully proof work and ensure proper format use. 4. Must have excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to develop enthusiasm for SPJST youth programs and events. 5. The ability to motivate others and to communicate effectively in person, over the telephone, and in written electronic forms with the president, directors, district youth counselors, youth leaders, youth, parents, lodge members and others in a professional and courteous manner. 6. Must be organized and have the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines. 7. Must present a professional image, maintain a positive attitude, be a self starter, take initiative with minimum supervision, be dependable and take pride in work product. 8. Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Education, Experience, Knowledge 1. College degree in related field or commensurate work experience. 2. Previous experience working as an instructor or recreational director for youth activities. 3. Knowledge of camping and recreational activities. 4. Training in MacIntosh and/or Windows-based software (word processing, presentations, spreadsheets) a plus. Physical Requirements • Physically Active. • Position requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk during shift. • Occasional lifting of 50-100 pounds, with assistance if necessary.
Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind, and that employment with SPJST is atwill. This above job description is representative of the duties and responsibilities of the position but may not be inclusive of every aspect of the position.
Applications for the position of State Youth Director will be accepted through September 15, 2010. Resumes and applications can be emailed to Human Resources Administrator Debbie Klinkovsky at debbiek@spjst.com or faxed to (254) 7737189. Applications are available at www.spjst.org.
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Districts One, Five sales agents invited to meetings
To All Sales Agents in Districts One and Five: I would like to invite every agent to attend one of the following meetings. It is mandatory that you make one of the meetings. We will be introducing the new rate books and new contracts. You need to have the new rates by September 1, 2010, or you will not have the proper tools to write SPJST certificates. I will be updating you on the direction that SPJST is moving along with answering any questions you may have about me or the company. You are welcome to attend any of the meetings in either district. I look forward to meeting each and every agent. Wednesday, August 18—7 to 9 p.m. SPJST Lodge 196, Houston-West 17810 Huffmeister Road in Cypress Thursday August 19—7 to 9 p.m. Frank’s Restaurant in Schulenburg 11 North Kessler Avenue Saturday, August 21 10 a.m. to 12 noon SPJST Lodge 186, Caldwell 937 State Highway 36 in Caldwell
Wednesday, August 25—7 to 9 p.m. SPJST Lodge 88, Houston 1435 Beall Street in Houston
I will try to provide a meal or snacks at each location. If you have any issues, please contact me before the meetings. Try to be on time. Thank you, Delisle L. Doherty State Field Representative Districts One and Five —SPJST—
Districts Two, Three sales agents invited to meetings
To All Sales Agents in Districts Two and Three: We will be conducting limited opportunities for you to come to a seminar to receive training on our new rate books and to sign your new contracts. In addition to the rate books, we will be training on our new Whole Life/Universal Life certificate. It is a requirement that you be trained on this new product before you begin selling it. We will also be instructing you on completing the Annuity Certification course required by the state. You will need to bring your old rate cards (including the book they are in) and your laptop. We will be downloading the new software into the system. Below is the schedule for Districts Two and Three: District Two Thursday, August 19—6:30 p.m. SPJST Home Office 520 North Main Street - Temple
Thursday, August 26—6:30 p.m. Lodge 48, Beyersville
District Three Thursday, August 19—6:30 p.m. SPJST Home Office 520 North Main Street - Temple Second Meeting TBA
If you have any questions, please contact Hiram (in District Two) or Philip (in District Three). Fraternally, Hiram Dixon, LUTCF, CFFM State Field Representative District Two Philip McBee, FICF, CFFM State Field Representative District Three —SPJST—
District Two Fall Meeting set for Sept. 19
Attention, District Two Members: This is to inform you that the fall meeting will be held on Sunday, September 19, 2010, at Lodge 18, Elgin. The registration will start at 1 p.m. with the meeting starting at 2 p.m. More to come later in the Vestnik. See you in Elgin on September 19. Fraternally, Ruth Hanusch, District Two Vice President —SPJST—
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I will try to provide a meal or snacks at each location. If you have any questions and to please RSVP to which class you are attending, please call (979) 332-1616 or email kkaspar@hotmail.com. I look forward to seeing you. Fraternally, Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM State Field Representative Districts Six and Seven —SPJST—
District Seven Districts Six, Seven Family Fun Day set for Sept. 12 sales agents Lodge 202, Jourdanton will host the invited to meetings District Seven Family Fun Day and
To All Sales Agents in Districts Six and Seven: I would like to invite every agent to attend one of the following meetings. The new rate books and new contracts are ready. We will be working toward a September 1 deadline to have all SPJST agents updated. It is mandatory that you make one of the meetings to have the proper tools to write SPJST certificates. You will need to bring your old rate cards (including the book it is in) and your laptops. We will be downloading the new software into the system. You will receive training on the new rate books and sign new updated contracts. The return of premium rider will be back on the 20-Year Term and the 30Year Term, and we will be introducing our new Whole Life/Universal Life plan. Please mark your calendars to attend one of the following meeting dates and times: Thursday August 19—7 to 9 p.m. Frank’s Restaurant in Schulenburg 11 North Kessler Avenue Tuesday, August 24 3 to 5 p.m. or 6 to 8 p.m. Sokol Hall in Corpus Christi 5502 Kostoryz Road
Wednesday, August 25—6 to 8 p.m. SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville 1156 FM 1303 in Floresville Thursday, August 26—6 to 8 p.m. SPJST Lodge 32, Victoria 3502 North Laurent in Victoria
Membership Rally on Sunday, September 12, 2010, at the American Legion Hall in Jourdanton. The hall is located on Highway 16 and two blocks north of Highway 97. Registration for contests and door prizes begins at 9:15 a.m. followed by a brief business meeting at 10:15 a.m. Lodge 202 will provide complimentary refreshments for the brunch, and free soft drinks throughout the day. Each lodge is asked to bring its lodge banner for display. Lunch A barbecue brisket and sausage lunch will be served for $3 per plate. To order plates, members are asked to notify their local lodge secretary. The lodge secretary is asked to contact Bettie House (830) 281-8246 or bvhouse@att.net and report how many plates are needed. Deadline to order is Wednesday, September 1.
Membership Rally Members are asked to submit names of potential new members. Two $20 gift card drawings will be held for membership referrals. There will be one adult and one youth winner. Please submit only new referrals. Previous names submitted are not valid.
Donations Lodges are asked to bring a drawing prize ($20 value) and a door prize ($10 value) to benefit the district. Lodges will be recognized for donations at the Family Fun Day. Lodges may prefer to mail a $30 check payable to District Seven Treasurer Valerie Barta, 162 Ashford Park Boulevard, Buda, Texas,
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78610. Deadline to send check is September 1. Members are encouraged to bring items for the silent auction to benefit District Seven Camp Fund to be used to purchase crafts and snacks. The district is collecting aluminum can tabs, hearing aids, and eyeglasses and cases. These items may be brought to the district meeting. Contests The following contests will be held for members only:
• Bunco (all ages) • Christmas Ornament (youth) • Cakes (ages 16 and over) - Submit recipe. Must be made from scratch and on a disposable plate. Cakes will be do-
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nated to the silent auction after judging. • Dominoes (ages 16 and over) • Horseshoes (ages 16 and over) • Kolaches (ages 16 and over) - Non professionals. Must be made from scratch using yeast dough and must be made by the person entering. Must consist of only one type of filling: fruit or poppy seed. Purchased preserves will not be accepted. • Needlework (ages 16 and over) Entry must be made entirely by hand and must be made by the person entering. Includes embroidery, crochet, knitting, needlepoint, cross-stitch. Previous winning items are ineligible. Fraternally, Bettie House District Seven Secretary —SPJST—
District Seven Family Fun Day and Membership Rally
Sunday, September 12, 2010 Hosted by SPJST Lodge 202, Jourdanton American Legion Hall • Highway 16 in Jourdanton
9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Registration for Contests and Door Prizes Complimentary Refreshments, provided by Lodge 202, Jourdanton
10:15 to 11 a.m. District Meeting.......................................District Seven President Colleen Jenke Posting of Colors/Pledge of Allegiance.....................................Lodge 202 Youth Welcome..........................................................Lodge 202 President Lloyd House Roll Call of Officers and Lodges......................................Secretary Bettie House Brief Reports...................................Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride District Director Bob Bayer State FAC Chester Jenke State Field Representative Karen Kaspar Announcements Introduce District Royalty Site of Spring Meeting Adjourn 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dominoes and Bunco
12:30 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. Lunch - $3 — Barbecue brisket, sausage, cheesy potatoes, green beans, bread, tea, desserts 1:15 to 2:45 p.m. Horseshoes
3:30 p.m. Contest Winners Announced Split-the-Pot • Silent Auction • Membership Rally Winners
Refer to the article in the Vestnik noting ordering of plates, contest rules, etc. Fraternally, Bettie House, District Seven Secretary —SPJST—
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Good Luck, Students, on a Successful 2010-2011 School Year! Readers Write
Lodge 47, Seaton member conveys gratitude
Dear SPJST, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the SPJST Scholarship. I am honored to be one of the recipients. The financial assistance you provided will be of great help to me in attending college and furthering my education. I plan to attend the University of Houston-Victoria and play baseball as well. Also thank you to Edwin Pechal who came to present me with my scholarship. Once again, thank you for your support. Chance Marek Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
Scholarship recipient relays thanks
To Whom It May Concern, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for choosing me as a recipient of your scholarship. I was very honored. This scholarship will be of great assistance in helping me obtain my educational goals. It has also lightened my financial burden so I can focus on my studies. I will do my best to make you proud by always giving
110 percent towards my studies. I am attending McLennan Community College in Waco and pursuing a degree in nursing. Again, thank you for your generosity. Sincerely yours, Anna Dulock Lodge 6, Cottonwood —SPJST—
Lodge 160, San Angelo member expresses appreciation
Dear SPJST, Thank you so much for the generous opportunity you provided me in awarding me a $1,000 scholarship to help me attend college. As the oldest of four children in my farming family, I can assure you this scholarship is immensely appreciated and needed. You will be a major part of assisting me in attaining my goal of a career in the medical field in order to help other people. I am very grateful for your scholarship. Thank you very much. Sincerely, Johnna Schwartz Lodge 160, San Angelo —SPJST—
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Progress Report • Goal: 2,100 Certificates Issued • Through July 2010: 797 Certificates Issued DI ST RI CT O NE
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
1 9 13 17 38 39 51 67 94 106 141 169 171 179 186 188 189 201 234 283
Fayetteville Snook Dime Box New Tabor Kovar Bryan Ellinger Schulenburg Wheelock La Grange Sealy Brenham Lockhart Warrenton Caldwell Centerville Bryan-College Station Bleiblerville-Nelsonville Luling Trinity*
D IS TRI CT TW O
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
15 18 20 24 29 47 48 74 80 87 89 155 177 182 187 200 237 246
Buckholts Elgin Granger Cyclone Taylor Seaton Beyersville Lovelady Holland Temple Rosebud Austin Academy Falls County Round Rock Bruceville-Eddy West Austin* Morgan’s Point
1 10 2 6 1 0 3 0 2 0 0 3 10 0 14 2 1 0 11 0
C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued
DIS TRI CT THRE E
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
5 6 25 35 54 66 84 92 130 135 154 178 180 183 204 205 206 210
C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued
Pilot Point-Tioga Cottonwood Ennis Elk West Waco Dallas Fort Worth Dallas Ennis Fort Worth Longview Burleson Arlington Stephenville Terrell Tri-Counties Fairfield*
5 0 1 5 16 13 5 2 11 15 1 1 1 6 10 3 -2 22
C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued
8 13 4 0 11 0 4 3 0 1 3 1 0 -6 2 -1 0 0
226 264
Corsicana* Plano*
DI S TRICT FOUR
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
49 73 76 157 160 207 215 219 229 230 238 242 256 265 272
Rowena Seymour Wichita Falls Lubbock San Angelo Iowa Park South Plains El Paso Abilene Midland Goldthwaite* Amarillo* Denver City* Odessa* Del Rio*
D I ST R I C T FI V E
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
65 81 88 91 139 142 162 172 191 196 232 255
Crosby Needville Houston Crosby Danbury Houston Iowa Colony Pasadena Lufkin Houston-West Mid-Houston* Katy
DI S TRIC T S IX
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
4 8 10 23 28 30 32 40 41 63 97 125 143 148 151 153 184 223 240
Hallettsville Weimar Shiner Moravia East Bernard Taiton Victoria El Campo-Hillje Port Lavaca Sweet Home Placedo Westhoff Inez El Maton Wharton La Salle Moulton Palacios Bay City
26 79 93 107
C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued
17 6 -3 3 23 0 -1 25 0 5 3 4 0 0 -5
Skidmore Corpus Christi Hobson Floresville
117 133 164 185 202 247
258 271
Robstown San Antonio Rio Hondo New Braunfels Jourdanton San Marcos (all members reassigned) Seguin Laredo
0 30 0 0 15 -3
H OM E O FF I C E
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
C e r t i f i c at e s Is sued
999 • Denotes lodge has not been chartered.
3
6 -11
July Consistency Club
Minimum of two certificates issued each month in June and July. Number in ( ) denotes consecutive months.
C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued
0 2 8 -2 1 1 0 -4 -2 -1 4 -3
C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued
DIS T RI CT S E VE N
L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e
1 19
0 0 -1 2 1 6 -2 -2 -3 0 5 0 0 8 6 0 1 -1 -4
C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued
0 87 0 17
District Three. Dean Carender - Lodge 5, Pilot PointTioga; Denis Muforsi (6) - Lodge 264, Plano. District Seven. Rita Lozano - Lodge 133, San Antonio.
SPJST Youth Clubs’ Update
DI ST RI CT ONE Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e
1 9 17 186
Fayetteville Youth Club Snook Youth Club New Tabor Youth Club Caldwell Youth Club
DIS TRI CT TW O Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e
18 20 24 29 47 48 80 187 246
1 8 2 8
DI ST RI CT T HRE E Y O U T H C LU B S
0 1 1 4 8 1 1 4 6
C e r t s. I s s u e d
Cottonwood Youth Club Ennis Youth Club West Youth Club Dallas Youth Club Fort Worth Youth Club Fort Worth Youth Club Arlington Youth Club Stephenville Youth Club
L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e
88 142 162
3 1 5 1 3 1 0 1
4 30 40 148
D IS TRIC T S IX Y O U T H C LU B S
3 0 0
C e r t s. I s s u e d
Hallettsville Youth Club Taiton Youth Club El Campo-Hillje Youth Club El Maton Youth Club
DIS T RI CT S E VE N Y O U T H C LU B S
L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e
107 185 202
C e r t s. I s s u e d
Houston Youth Club Houston Youth Club Iowa Colony Youth Club
L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e
C e r t s. I s s u e d
Elgin Youth Club Granger Youth Club Cyclone Youth Club Taylor Youth Club Seaton Youth Club Beyersville Youth Club Holland Youth Club Round Rock Youth Club Morgan’s Point Youth Club
L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e
6 25 54 84 92 154 183 204
C e r t s. I s s u e d
D I S TR IC T F IV E Y O U T H C LU B S
0 2 5 4
C e r t s. I s s u e d
Floresville Youth Club New Braunfels Youth Club Jourdanton Youth Club
9 1 6
Listing reflects youth clubs whose quarterly reports were received by June 15.
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Sales Agents’ July Roll of Honor
SPJST Monthly Insurance Report Through July 30, 2010
MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND EARNED PREMIUM
Dist. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals
Certs. Written 20 $ 1,504,933.00 27 1,577,259.00 17 813,750.00 20 704,856.00 3 45,000.00 9 450,000.00 17 879,116.00 1 10,000.00 114 $5,984,914.00
Certs. 19 20 16 21 4 6 18 1 105
Issued Earned Prem. $3,321,005.00 $ 9,029.83 416,259.00 7,629.36 434,750.00 7,673.93 1,133,000.00 6,803.56 55,464.00 4,320.63 70,000.00 2,653.87 863,750.00 12,651.34 10,000.00 0 $6,304,228.00 $ 50,762.52
Dist. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals
Certs. Written 86 $ 7,297,643.00 177 6,061,542.00 109 8,278,999.00 173 9,004,482.00 76 3,324,375.00 89 2,955,068.00 213 7,547,540.00 15 1,465,097.00 938 $45,934,746.00
Certs. Issued Earned Prem. 74 $ 5,786,528.00 $ 37,675.67 150 3,844,561.00 155,782.38 94 6,729,186.00 52,585.71 147 5,649,326.00 46,135.93 61 2,330,973.00 33,275.99 79 2,430,439.00 38,471.64 177 5,924,658.00 66,509.01 15 1,455,097.00 0 797 $34,150,768.00 $430,436.33
YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND EARNED PREMIUM
9 9 13 17 51 188 189 234
15 18 29 29 80 80 155 182 246 246 246 246 246 246
Congratulations to these sales agents for writing at least one application in July 2010!
District One Stacey Eldridge Donnie Victorick Dorothy Rackel Susan Skrabanek Fausta Kaiser Belinda Liner William Miller, Jr. Boyd Maxwell
District Two Jack Brown Margaret Taylor Albin Machu Tammy Whatley Frank Horak Frank Pajestka, Jr. Jack Mosley Johna Beckendorf Hiram Dixon James Fleming J. Carlton Godfrey Michael Miller David Nauert Roger Price
5 54 54 66 66 154 204 264
District Three Dean Carender Janice Kaluza Jean Martin Vanessa Johnson Robert Satchell, Jr. Joseph Steinman Philip McBee Denis Muforsi
49 49 49 49 76 160 160 219 219 219 219 230 230
District Four Billy Rollwitz Sylvia Rollwitz Kenneth Rooke Beverly Teplicek Ananias Edwards, III Bobby Davis, Sr. Sam Tambunga Hilda Escajeda Baltazar Nunez Julio Rangel Arnulfo Rivera Velia Mestas Jimmy Slatton
Lodge must have at least four certificates issued during month. Number in ( ) is certificates issued.
District One—Lodge 234, Luling (6) District Two—Lodge 80, Holland (4) Lodge 246, Morganʼs Point (4) District Three—Lodge 66, Waco (4) District Four—Lodge 160, San Angelo (9) District Seven—Lodge 133, San Antonio (7)
District Five 88 Helen Hegwood 255 Mary Granberry
District Six 30 Carolina Covarrubia 32 Silvia Perry 223 Al Pena
79 79 79 79 79 107 107 133 133 133 133 185
District Seven Michael Brysch Javier Mora Oscar Longoria Armando Perez Jerry Sijansky Bob Bayer Miguel Rodriguez, Jr. Rita Lozano Jose Marchan Roberto Rivera Betsabe Rostro April Howard
SPJST records 373 referrals in Spirit 2010 program through July
Through the end of July, the following members made referrals during Spirit 2010 Membership Drive. Lodge Memberʼs Name Referrals
District Lodges of the Month
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0 0 0 0 0 0 6 18 18 24 24 25 29 29 29 29 29 29 40 40 40 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 48 48 48 48
Marlena Crawford Tamara Gettys Roy Rash Carolyn Roy Albert Smith Mary Willoughby Dorothy Kucera T.J. Anderson Brandon Bowen Lori Slack Margaret Campbell Adell Rejcek Irene King Anita Lopez Elaine Machu Tammy Miller Bernard Mokry Billy Mucha Brad Bacak Carmen Kocurek Dee Floyd Bailee Beckendorf Sandra Dubcak Ruth Hanusch Cynthia Hutka Debbie Klinkovsky Lisa Mills Katherine Morris Dorothy Stuchly Donica Zabcik Margie Faltesek Pamela Harper Diane Naivar Alexis Taylor
1 14 2 1 2 1 6 1 1 7 8 1 1 1 4 1 1 2 3 26 2 1 2 5 10 12 5 11 7 21 1 1 1 2
48 48 48 54 79 79 79 79 79 80 80 80 80 80 88 89 89 97 107 107 107 151 177 177 185 185 185 200 200 200 202 202 202 246 246 246 246 246 246 258
Alyssa Torres Bonnie Wolf Trent Wuensche Tyler Kaluza Fernando Castillo Mary Irma Clark Maria Elena Cruz Almalisa Leal Mark Rebecek Frank Horak Doni Powell Melissa Vrabel Socorro Wolcott Carol Wolf Sherry Miller Lisa Kirby Tammy Martinez Sylvia Bluhm Lucille Novak Glen Pruski Henry Sralla David Bucek Janie Coakley Linda Johnson Shelby Howard Zach Howard Jordan Woodall Peggy Brewer Gene McBride Margaret Santana Kelly House Regina House Melba Novosad Jesse Mendoza Karen Franklin Sue Moore Ann Paruzinski Marissa Salinas Susan Shofner Chester Jenke
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 3 8 5 1 7 7 1 2 13 2 1 2 1 2 3 31 1 1 1 4 1 13 2 1 1 4 3 15 10 15 35 2
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Production Persistency Professionals - July Honor Roll Congratulations to these agents for achieving at least 90 percent persistency from June 1, 2008 to July 31, 2010. Lodge number is listed first.
1 9 13 13 17 38 38 38 67 94 106 169 171 171 171 171 171 179 186 186 186 186 188 188 188 189 189 189
18 18 18 20 20 20 24 29 29 29 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 48 80 80 80 80 87 87 87 87 89 155 155 155 177 177 182 187 200 200
District One Ronald Pflughaupt Stacey Eldridge Dorothy Rackel, FIC Dana Spacek Susan Skrabanek, FIC Johnnie Janak Katherine Maney Heather Wilhelm Adrienne Kobza Roger Wilson, Jr., FIC Clarence Matula Donald Strickland Kenneth Schawe Clint Roberts, FIC Bill Cleveland Emily Plant Carrie Staton, FIC Ricky Weyand John Cannon Margaret Haisler Victor Mendez Michelle Mendez Sharon Carrigan Belinda Liner Susan Corn Charles Munday, FIC William Miller, Jr. Pamela Vestal
District Two Evelyn Gustafson Dolores Greinert Betty Gaskamp Norma Cavanaugh Rita Marburger Irene Santiago Jason Hoelscher Albin Machu, CFFM Felix Pavlicek, Jr. Tammy Whatley Frank Klinkovsky, FIC Dolores Skrabanek, FIC Corinne Popelka David Coufal David Pechal Jaclyn Zabcik Lisa Mills Brandon Brutton Patsy Koslovsky Bobby Wuensche Frank Pajestka, Jr. Vicki Benner Slye Janet Lyon, FIC Frank Horak Carol Velasquez Christina Flores Andrew Henry John Troy Tammy Martinez Doris Plagens Emma Garza Jack Mosley Linda Johnson Mary Lou Dusek Johna Beckendorf Rubie Volek, FIC Margaret Santana Dan Ferguson
246 246 246 246 246
5 5 6 6 6 6 25 25 25 54 54 54 66 66 66 66 66 66 66 66 66 84 84 84 92 92 130 135 154 178 178 183 183 183 183 204 204 204 206 210 226 226 264
49 49 49 49 49 49 76 76 157 157 160 160 160 160 207 215 215
Charles Herendon Don Miller Roger Price James Hutto James Fleming
District Three Dean Carender Kenneth Dolezalek Ruth Krizan Lydia Dobecka Donald Cernosek David Wood Kay Lynn Kovar, FIC Linda Jurik Margaret Krajca Janice Kaluza Carol Reed Jean Martin Randolph Dillard, Sr. Larry Matula Maria Vasquez-Mendoza Christina Lanzer John Kocian Justin Gaidusek Ruby Clayborne Christopher Olivarri Johnnie Gaidusek, Jr. Ben Jarma, FIC Bessie Petr Rosa Alaniz Bob Tacker Thomas Brown John Vrla Larry Laznovsky Joseph Steinman Vicki Ballard Larry Quinn Daniel Roznovsky, FIC Rhonda Steelman Eugene Havran Raymond McCoy Joyce Russell, FIC Floyd Pierce Philip McBee, FICF, CFFM David Cooper Jack Patterson Denise Brown Oda Ruth Martin Thaddeus Osigwe District Four Sylvia Rollwitz, FIC Loretta Schaefer Jimmy Jones Thomas Kirkpatrick Beverly Teplicek Lisa Galvan William Waddle Beth Calhoun Lee Meurer Paul Harwood Leonard Jansa, FIC Martha Broz, FIC James Baker Sam Tambunga Joyce Kotulek Janeece Williams Jo Della Turpen
215 219 219 219 219 219 219 229 230 230 238 256 265 265 272
65 81 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 139 191 196 196 255 255 255 255 255 4 4 8 28 30 30 30 30 32 32 32 32 32 32 40 40 97 97 143 148
Johnie Turpen, II Ana Ahumada Alejandro Rivas Julio Rangel Fred Beck Guadalupe Rangel Nancy Martinez Mark Smith Jimmy Slatton Velia Mestas Kimberly Wesson Laura Leach Cristina Bowen Carl Carson Taide Blas
District Five Willie Janik Jane Orchard Edna Wehring, FIC Carolyn Filipp Beseda, FIC Vincent Hegwood, FIC Fred Buri, FIC Ana Latigo Patrick Crossman Victor M. Medina Ana Rivera Helen Filipp Tucker Weems Michael J. Moore Jefferey Barcak, FIC Delisle Doherty Cecil Roberts, FIC Silvia Lescano Linda Williams Gwendolyn Brown District Six Joseph Siptak, FIC Shirley Kalmus Joann Jares, FIC Glenn Kaminsky, FIC Leroy Kaspar, FIC Margaret Kulcak Judy Peter Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM Matt Vanek, FIC Renae Pierce William Sprigg, FIC Mary Tijerina Mary Monclova Robert Solis, Jr. Ardis Bacak, FIC Frank Bacak, Sr., FIC Diana Redd, FIC David Bellanger Otto Mozisek, Jr. Gay Thurmond, FIC
Carmen Kocurek
Spirit 2010 Monthly Prize Drawing Winner - July
Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje District Six $25 Wal-Mart Gift Card
148 151 151 151 184
26 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 107 107 107 107 133 133 133 133 133 133 133 133 133 133 133 133 133 202 202 202 258 258 258
Chris Zielonka Charles Bucek, FIC Ray Pilgrim, FIC Gerald Macha, FIC Maynard Wagner
District Seven Magaly Reyna Jerry Sijansky, FIC Delma Martinez Rosie Rodela Paige Watson Mary Rodriguez Lance Morck Michael Brysch Rosario Aguiar Eva Vasquez Ignacia Castillo Wendy Pruski, FIC Robert Bayer, FIC Ronald Thuney Miguel Rodriguez, Jr., FIC Jarolyn Popp, FIC Rita Duque Leticia Sanchez Maria Dean Victor M. Ramirez Rodolfo Lopez John M. Torres Jesse Martinez Lydia Morones Betsabe Rostro Magali Wilford Rita Lozano Roberto Rivera Linda Ramey, FIC Chester Gail Lee Juan M. Perez Chester Jenke, FICF Colleen Jenke Dominga Esquival
Home Office Recruiter of the Month July 2010
Underwriter Insurance Department Lodge 80, Holland 4 Recruits
Socorro Wolcott
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Lodge 9, Snook: youth to sell kolaches, noodles August 21
Donnie Hejl called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Sydney Faust, Hannah and Hayden Kovar, and Zachary Shelfer led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. There was a moment of silence for Bernard Rychlik. Ann Schoeneman read the minutes of the last meeting, and they stood approved as read. Bonnie Walker gave the FAC report. David Kovar gave the hall manager’s report. Donnie Victorick gave the treasurer’s report. Marie Shelfer gave the youth club report. There were 42 youth and 19 adults present. Mrs. Lydia Faust talked to the youth about participating in the Kolache Bake Show, which will be held during Kolache Fest. The youth will present their program for Grandparents Day on Sunday, September 12 at 4:30 p.m. On Saturday, August 21, youth will make kolaches and noodles to sell on Sunday, August 22 during the Snook VFD Bar-B-Que. The community service for this month was to collect school supplies for the needed children. We accepted new members and approved two transfer members to Lodge 88, Houston. We voted to give the contract to Seamless Home Gutter Products to put up gutters for the hall. Don’t forget we are having a turkey shoot at Gunsmoke near Snook, on Sunday evening, August 29 starting at 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Next Meeting—September 1 The next meeting will be Wednesday, September 1 at 7:30 p.m. The youth club will meet at 6:30 p.m. James Schoeneman, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 9, Snook sets August 29 turkey shoot
SPJST Lodge 9, Snook will host a turkey shoot on Sunday, August 29, 2010, beginning at 2 p.m. at Gunsmoke Shooting Range, located on Highway 60, east of Snook. Shoot 15 rounds with 10 shooters per round (for meats). Money rounds and jack pot rounds to be determined. Prizes include meats (smoked turkeys, smoked hams, and Slovacek sausage) and money. Prizes are donated by Citizens State Bank (Somerville, Brenham, Caldwell, Deanville, Navasota, and Snook) and Slovacek Sausage Company. Factory ammunition only. Shells will be provided. Cost is $4 per round.
Snacks and sausage wraps will be available. For more information, contact Gunsmoke (979) 272-3300 or Donnie Victorick (979) 224-3125. Marie Shelfer —SPJST—
Lodge 15, Buckholts: restoration project underway
President Douglas Williams called the meeting to order at 5 p.m. President Williams asked one of our guests State FAC Chester Jenke to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a moment of silence in memory of our departed members. All officers were present. We broke our attendance record by far — we had 37! There were 16 members and 21 guests present. President Williams welcomed everyone and expressed his appreciation for their presence. We had a very enjoyable meeting. The secretary and treasurer each gave their reports, and these were approved as read. We were so pleased to have so many honored guests including Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, SL Vice President Gene McBride, District Two Director Bobby Wuensche and wife Ruth Ann, State Fraternal Activities Coordinator
Lodge 15, Buckholts Receives $1,000 Historical Preservation Donation
Honorary District Two Director Frank Klinkovsky, center, presents a $1,000 check from District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt and wife Dorothy to Lodge 15, Buckholts President Doug Williams, left, and Vice President Scott Brandon for Lodge 15’s historical preservation. This contribution will be matched by Dorothy’s employer, EOG Resources, Inc. in Houston.
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Chester Jenke and wife Colleen, and Honorary District Two Directors Frank Klinkovsky and Willie Kohutek and wife Adeline. We were so happy to have Theresa Klecka from Lodge 24, Cyclone. Most of all, we were so surprised and happy that Historical Preservation Consultant Steph McDougal was able to be with us. The most important new business, of course, is the restoration project and to figure out the best way to finance it. Everyone attending the meeting is so supportive and willing to help us. This building has so many sweet memories from the past, and everyone is interested in accomplishing this preservation. Steph McDougal advised us to try to get some fundraisers going and ask that every member contribute - even if it is only one dollar - to show local interest in what we wish to accomplish. Steph said that really helps in seeking grants. She seemed real optimistic about the grants that she has applied for. We appreciate so very much all Steph is doing for us. We plan to start selling paver stones very soon, as well as have other fundraisers. SL President Brian Vanicek spoke to us and is very interested in our restoration plans. He stated they will join us in some fundraisers to help us accomplish our goal. Director Wuensche spoke to us and explained what bad shape Lodge 48, Beyersville hall was in, how the public supported its fundraisers, and what improvements have been made in a few years time. Frank Klinkovsky presented President Williams with a $1,000 check from District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt and wife Dorothy. This gift will be matched by Dorothy’s employer, EOG Resources. We certainly appreciate this. It will be a great boost to our Restoration Account. We were entertained with some beautiful accordion music provided by Regina Peevey. This was enjoyed so much by all. We appreciate her doing this for us. She is a most talented person in so many ways. She is certainly an asset to our community. Jim Wallace made the motion that we adjourn, seconded by Scott Brandon. Motion carried. Door prizes were awarded followed by a delicious meal. The next meeting will be on September 13. Fraternally, Dorothy Tomascik Secretary —SPJST—
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Lodge 29, Taylor sets 10th annual barbecue cook-off
SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor’s 10th Annual Barbecue Cook-Off is set for Friday, September 24 and Saturday, September 25, 2010, at the lodge hall, located at 5025 FM 619 in Taylor. The event was named “Best Taylor Event” for the 2010 Taylor Daily Press Reader’s Choice Awards. The entry fees are $80 for chicken, pork ribs, and brisket; $10 for jackpot
Marcy Dorotik Patrick Bilnoski to exchange vows
Jerome and Georgia Dorotik of Taiton announce the engagement of their daughter, Marcy Lea Dorotik, to Patrick Charles Bilnoski, son of Charles and Diane Bilnoski of Houston. The couple’s wedding will take place at 1:30 p.m., September 25, 2010, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Taiton. The bride-to-be is a graduate of El Campo High School and Sam Houston State University where she double majored in speech communication and history. She is employed as an executive assistant for Corporate Strategies. Marcy was 1988 SPJST State Queen and served as District Six Youth Counselor from 1993 to 2008. The prospective groom graduated from Waltrip High School and University of Houston where he double majored in entrepreneurship and marketing/sales. He is employed in commercial real estate for the Vanguard Commercial Group. —SPJST—
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cook’s choice; and $10 for jackpot pinto beans.
Guaranteed $3,000 Prize Money Cash and trophies will be awarded for first to 10th places in all meat categories (chicken, pork ribs, and brisket). Cash and unique trophies awarded for first, second, and third master cook and “best rig.” Jackpot cook’s choice and pinto beans is 80 percent payback. Cash prizes awarded for first to fifth places; trophies first to 10th places. Free Dance Lodge 29, Taylor was also named “Best Dance Hall” in the 2010 Reader’s Choice Awards. Everyone is invited to a free dance on Friday and Saturday nights by Night Skies featuring A.P. Patschke and Jess Demaine. Old-fashioned hamburgers will be sold by parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA on Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. A silent auction will be held on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Anyone is welcome to judge on Saturday! For more information, please contact Jesse Pospisil (512) 365-1110. —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton Outdoor Extravaganza set for Sept. 18
SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton will host its annual fundraiser—Outdoor Extravaganza—on Saturday, September 18, 2010, at Seaton Star Hall. Social hour begins at 5 p.m., and the meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. The $30 per person donation provides meal, beverages, and snacks. Children of ticket holders can attend for $5 each. The evening’s activities include live and silent auctions, bucket drawings, games, and top prize drawings. Top prizes are: First drawing - One person guided management buck hunt; one day hunt includes one buck and one doe; game care included; Tenroc Ranch in Salado, Texas. www.tenroc.com. Second drawing - Three person, one-half day pheasant and one-half day quail guided combination hunt in Santa Anna, Texas (west of Brownwood); guide and dog included; www.sahainc.com. Third drawing An exciting five-night Western
Caribbean cruise for two on a beautiful cruise ship departing from Galveston; enjoy gourmet meals, Las Vegas-style shows, fun and games. Some restrictions apply. Fourth drawing - Six person guided bay fishing trip to Port O’Connor, Texas; whole day fish with overnight lodging included (equipment and bait provided). Fifth drawing - Two person day of beauty; includes (for each) one hour specialty massage, European deep cleansing facial, designer hair cut and style, classic manicure and pedicure; Fountain of Beauty Salon and Spa. www.fobtemple.com. For questions, call Edwin Pechal (254) 984-2255 or David Pechal (254) 721-8370. Get your tickets today. Only 500 admission tickets will be sold. Get yours fast! Fraternally, David Pechal —SPJST—
Lodge 48 Beyersville plans Sept. 11 fundraiser
Hostesses Linda Wuensche, Sherry Wuensche, and Alice Wuensche served lasagna, salad, and hot bread for our meal which was enjoyed by all. Robert Leshikar opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes were read, and the treasurer’s report was given and accepted. The hall manager reported that August bookings have been steady, and September appears to be another busy month. Robert gave the property manager’s report stating that the installation of the new tile in the front area and kitchen have been completed. The addition to the south area is progressing with the installation of the rock ledge, framing and roofing completed. The concrete base for the outdoor sign has been poured with plans of a completion date before September 11. The hall will purchase new lightweight tables as needed so a decision was made to donate some of the wooden tables to the Fred Switzer Senior Citizens Center in Taylor. The SPJST End-of-Summer Getaway participants discussed the final plans for their trip. There will be 28 adults, youth, and guests attending from Beyersville. Preparation plans were made for the annual fundraiser to be held on September 11. Tickets are $75 for a
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couple and must be purchased in advance. Social hour will be from 5 to 6 p.m. with the meal serving beginning at 6 p.m. Live and silent auctions will follow the meal. Donations of baked goods, new items, antiques, or cash for the auctions would be greatly appreciated. Inquiries regarding donations, delivery, or pickup times may be made by calling Bonnie Wolf (512) 3653733, Robert Leshikar (512) 6353021, or Alice Bracewell (512) 365-7330. Proceeds from the fundraiser will be used for continued renovation of the hall. Birthdays for the month of August are Janet Filla, Bonnie Wolf, and Alice Bracewell. Gilbert and Demetra Shiller celebrate their 61st anniversary and John and Linda Wuensche are celebrating their 12th anniversary. Door prizes of meal tickets to the Trinity Lutheran Fall Fest were won by Linda Wuensche, Alice Wuensche, Juanette Susan, Bonnie Urbanek, and Alice Bracewell. Next Meeting—September 12 The monthly meeting time will return to the Sunday schedule. The next meeting will be held on September 12 at 5 p.m. Fraternally, Alice Bracewell, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 76 Wichita Falls meets Sept. 12
Lodge 76, Wichita Falls will meet for its third quarter meeting on Sunday, September 12, 2010, at Cunningham Center of Presbyterian Manor at 1 p.m. Lunch will be served before the meeting. The lodge will furnish the meal. Come and join us on September 12. For more information, call Mary Jane (940) 696-0386 or Mary Ann (940) 692-4628. Submitted by, Lodge 76, Wichita Falls Officers —SPJST—
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Scenes from Lodge 48, Beyersville’s August Meeting
LEFT PHOTO: August meal hostesses were Linda Wuensche, left, and Alice Wuensche. (Hostess Sherry Wuensche was not present for photo.) CENTER PHOTO: August anniversary celebrants are, left to right, Gilbert and Demetra Shiller and Linda (and John, not pictured)
Lodge 80, Holland reports on August meeting
SPJST Lodge 80, Holland met on August 7, 2010, at 4:10 p.m. President Rita Spinn called the meeting to order. The membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed member, remembering Darwin “Monk” Ivicic. Youth Leader Frank Horak had an excused absence due to his attendance at State Youth Achievement Day in Temple. Secretary Linda Hill read the minutes of the July meeting. They were approved as read. Treasurer Jewel Wolf gave the financial report. Linda read thank yous from Carl Klutz family and from Janie Luna for the donation of fans. FAC Monica McDougal reported a barbecue cook-off and a tarok tournament in Fort Worth. Coleman Benner reported one bid to repave the parking lot at a cost of $9,505. He is waiting for another bid or two. The membership voted to give Cyril Pajestka $100 for Stuff the Bus. Sister Rita reported members from Lodge 80 helped honor Jerry Mikulas celebrate his 50 years of service to SPJST. Help is needed to run the bar on October 1, 7, and 14. Holland Youth Boosters will have its fundraiser on September 11 at the hall. A motion was made and seconded for Lodge 80 to make a charitable donation to the boosters. In a motion that was seconded, Lodge 80 will give $200 each to Holland Elementary, Middle, and High Schools. SPJST Home Office will make a do-
nation to Holland Czech Cemetery. J.D. “Pete” Coker was the only one present having a birthday in August. Winners in the drawing were Curtis Wolf, Monica McDougal, James Sladecek, Dan Hendricks, and Delores Sladecek. The meeting adjourned at 4:25 p.m. in a motion mae by Dan Hendricks and seconded by James Sladecek. Next Meeting—September 4 The next meeting will be September 4 at 4 p.m. See you then! Fraternally, Estelle Coker, Reporter —SPJST—
Wuensche. Happy anniversary! RIGHT PHOTO: August birthday celebrants are, left to right, Alice Bracewell, Bonnie Wolf, and Janet Filla. Happy birthday! —Submitted by Alice Bracewell, Reporter
Lodge 91, Crosby meets Sept. 11
Lodge 91, Crosby will hold its third quarterly meeting of 2010 on Saturday, September 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the Star Cafe. The Star Cafe is located off of FM 2100 North of Crosby. We encourage members to attend. See you there. Vonda Smesny, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 91, Crosby seeks lodges, Hey, Hey! Ho, Ho! youth to help Come to Lodge 84, with Paws Dallasʼ Princess Ball Across Texas Dear Members and Friends, It’s time for SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club’s 54th Annual Princess Ball on Saturday, August 28, 2010, at the lodge hall, located at 2625 Floyd Street in Dallas, Texas. Music is by Ennis Czech Boys from 7:30 p.m. to 12 midnight. Tickets are $7 for ages 13 and up. The kitchen will be open. Activities include a silent auction and prize drawing. The Princess Ball King and Queen will also be crowned. This is the youth club’s only major fundraiser of the year, so please come out and support our youth. We promise you a good time, and we look forward to seeing you there. See ad on page 21 of this week’s Vestnik. Fraternally, Bessie Petr, Youth Leader —SPJST—
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. 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 92 Fort Worth invites all to 100th anniversary
SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth will celebrate its 100th anniversary on Saturday, September 18, 2010 at the lodge hall, located at 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road in Fort Worth, Texas. Admission is free of charge all day as a token of appreciate for our members and many friends. Please sign in to get your admission wrist band. The day’s schedule is:
12:30 to 1:20 p.m. METRO Accordionists under the direction of Joe Kozel 1 to 5 p.m. Riscky’s Barbecue Dinner with Sauerkraut and Dessert Adults - $10 • Ages Under 12 - $5 1:20 to 2:30 p.m. Opening Ceremonies Welcome by President Gordon Hubenak Invocation • Presentation of Flags National Anthems Officer/Trustee Introductions Member Recognition • Youth Club Introduction of Special Guests Guest Speaker(s)
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2:30 to 6 p.m. Music by Czech And Then Some of Ennis 3:45 to 4 p.m. Parade of Ethnic Costumes 6 to 6:20 p.m. Youth Club Entertainment 6:20 to 7 p.m. West Czech Dancers 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Youth Club Kitchen Open 7 to 10:30 p.m. Music by The Jodie Mikula Orchestra of Ennis
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The Ladies Circle will also display the special anniversary quilt. Be sure and get your tickets at the front door.
Youth Club Activities Hey, kids! You’re invited to come outside and play from 12:30 to 5 p.m. Activities include bounce house, inflatable slide, karaoke stage, and carnival games. For more information, visit www.spjst92.com. —SPJST—
Lodge 92 Fort Worth to host tarok tournament
The Paprskar Memorial and 21st Annual Tarok Tournament at SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth, located in Northwest Fort Worth at 3316 Roberts Cut-Off, will be held on Saturday, August 28, 2010. Everyone is welcome! Registration is at 8 a.m., and play begins at 9 a.m. Entry fee is $25 per person and includes Czech lunch, kolaches, and coffee in the morning. Special trophies and cash prizes will be awarded to first, second, third, and fourth places. High round players will participate in high round roulette at the end of play. Late entries will be accepted if play slots are available. Please pre-register to help us estimate our food supply. For more information or to register, contact Sherrie Watkins (469) 7748588 or email skubwatkins@aol.com. To register by mail, send entry fee with name, address, city, state, zip, phone number, and SPJST lodge number (if a member) to Sherrie Watkins, 4105 Circle Trail, Fort Worth, Texas 76135. SPJST Lodge 92 is located in Northwest Fort Worth at 3316 Roberts Cut-Off. Take I-35 North to Fort Worth. Exit on Loop 820 West and
Lodge 63, Sweet Home member Irene Zissa receives her Lifetime Achiever award from District Six Director Michael Ahlstrom at a recent Lodge 63 social. —Submitted by Elaine Berkovsky, FAC
continue to Azle Avenue exit. After exit on Azle, at first red light, take a left. You will go over Loop 820, then go one block. There is a second red light. Continue one more block to the third red light. Turn right. This is Roberts Cut-Off. Go about eight more blocks to National Hall. The lodge hall is easy to find with no heavy traffic. It’s almost in the country! We will be looking for you! —SPJST—
Lodge 92 Fort Worth ad deadline: Aug. 30
Dear Brothers and Sisters, Lodge 92, Fort Worth will celebrate its 100th Anniversary on Saturday, September 18, 2010. We are excited to invite all of you to our celebration. This is a historical event for us. One way to participate in this event is to place an ad in our 100th Anniversary Commemorative Program. We will include some history of our lodge as well as ads from members, friends, businesses, and other organizations. The book will be printed in black and white (no color). The deadline to receive ads is Monday, August 30. Pricing for the ads is: Full page (8 ½ by 11)—$100 Half page—$60 Quarter page—$ 30 Business card—$20 One line—$10
If you are interested in placing an ad in our program, please send photo ready artwork, prepared ad, and payment to Gayle Scaff Krengel, 817 North Davis Drive, Arlington, Texas 76012. Please make checks payable to SPJST Lodge 92 (100 Year Ad). If you have any questions, please contact Jan Taborsky (817) 801-0453. We look forward to hearing from you and seeing you at our celebration. Fraternally, Gayle Krengel Vice President/FAC 100th Anniversary Committee —SPJST—
Lodge 107 Floresville meets August 28
The next regular meeting will be August 28, 2010, at the Floresville Flower Shop. All of September dates were full so we had to change the date. The meeting time is 6 p.m. The lodge will furnish the meat, drinks, plates, and party packs. Members are asked to bring side dishes and desserts. We will be discussing the Peanut Festival. Fraternally, Bob Bayer, FAC —SPJST—
SPJST Lodge 142, Houston monthly meeting was called to order at 2 p.m. on Sunday, August 1, 2010, by Vice President Dennis Hermis due to the absence of President Keith Kieschnick after refreshments and noon meal at 1 p.m. Members stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Visitor District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt was recognized. He spoke to us and complemented our lodge for the donations to SPJST ENC for our lifetime. Brother Larry mentioned that annuities went from 4 percent to 3.9 percent, and Mr. Jerry Mikulas’ party honoring him for 50 years of service to SPJST. The youth club report was given by Catherine Manchack. Treasurer’s report was given by Mary Ann Kieschnick. FAC Karen Owens was absent at this meeting. Vice President Dennis Hermis (Pres.) talked about the upcoming Czech Gala celebration in downtown Houston on August 28. Birthday celebrant this month was Kenneth Malota - congratulations. Oldest male present was James Templain; oldest female present was Mary Ann Kieschnick; and oldest child present was Aaron Manchack. The capsule prize for $100 went unclaimed due to the absence of Michale Schiwart, Kevin Hermis, and Chas. Christen. The $100 was divided by drawing 10 times at $10 each from the register. Winners of $10 each were Alice Jochen, Catherine Manchack, Mary Ann Kieschnick, Dennis Hermis, Lawrence Schilhab, Mary Wunderlich, Aryanna Saxton, Walter Rosilier, Zoe Saxton, and Emil Kutra. Next month, the capsule goes back to $10. Anyone present could win. Come, come! Next Meeting—September 12 The meeting adjourned until September 12 at 2 p.m. Fraternally, Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST—
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Lodge 155, Austin will have its third quarterly meeting on Saturday, September 11, 2010, at 1 p.m. at Little Walnut Creek Library at Rundberg and Lamar Roads. We will be making plans for our December holiday social. Let’s make this a well-attended meeting in a cool library. Friends are always welcome. Fraternally, Ginny Prasatik, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 183 Arlington members enjoy appreciation dinner
The monthly meeting of SPJST Lodge 183, Arlington was held at 7 p.m. on Monday, August 9, 2010, at Coker’s Bar-be-que Restaurant in Arlington for the employee appreciation dinner. Ann, our president, thanked everyone for coming and announced the birthdays for August as Sherry Hyde on August 20, Dorothy Adamek on August 21, and Raymond Mikeska on August 30. President Ann said to remember to come and enjoy the Westfest parade on September 4 in West, Texas. The SPJST Float will be entered in the parade. Youth Leader Kay Weeks stated that after the parade, everyone is invited to the Playdium Pool to stay
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cool! Kay also stated that some youth club members attended State YAD on August 7 in Temple, and there was only one first place winner from our lodge. Our winners were Katie Weeks - second place in handicraft; Katelyn Daniel - second place in sewing and special category and third place in photography; and Gena Weeks - first place in science and education. Congratulations to all of you! Raffle was drawn, and $25 was won by Ed Fitzgerald! Congratulations! Raffles of $10 gift cards were given away. Congratulations to all of you who were winners! Ann stated that there will not be a Family Night for the month of August due to the Westfest parade on Labor Day weekend. Everyone is invited to come and enjoy the fun and festivities, and see the beautiful SPJST Float! Dinner was delicious, and everyone enjoyed the hospitality! Ann, all of us want to say thank you so very much for the employee appreciation dinner. You are awesome! You are very much appreciated! The meeting and dinner were adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Next Meeting—September 13 The next meeting is September 13. This is the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at Lodge 183, located at 3100 Pleasant Valley Drive in Arlington. Respectfully submitted, Darlene Hollingsworth Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 107, Floresville Members Receive SPJST Letter Jackets
Lodge 107, Floresville winners Thomas Novak, left, and Bob Bayer show off their jackets that they won at the State 42 Tournament in Corpus Christi. Bob came out of retirement after 13 years with a new partner and won the State Tournament. —Submitted by Bob Bayer
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100 Percent SPJST Family - Three Generations
SPJST proudly salutes this 100 Percent SPJST Family of Lodge 88, Houston. They are Albert E. Lamza, left, and wife Hattie E. Lamza, seated, with daughter Kristen A. Towne and grandchildren Andrew Patrick Towne and Ashley Michelle Towne.
Lodge 184 Moulton plans family social
SPJST Lodge 184, Moulton’s family social will be this Sunday, August 22, 2010. The event begins at 3 p.m. The meal will be served at 4:30 p.m. Please bring an item for the silent auction. Desserts are welcome as well. Please RSVP by August 18 to Elmer Michna (361) 596-7446 or Johnnie Hoffman (361) 865-2342. —SPJST—
Lodge 202 Jourdanton finalizes plans for district family day
Lodge 202, Jourdanton met Sunday, August 1, 2010, at Jourdanton Community Center with 30 members and guests present. President Lloyd House presided. Special guest was District Seven Youth Counselor Wendy Pruski. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Silence was observed for deceased members. District Seven King Lane Hoggard and District Seven Queen Michelle House presented their speeches. Dis-
trict junior group talent winners Samara and Angel Valdez and senior group talent winners Lane and Sammy Hoggard presented their skits. District individual talent winner Sammy Hoggard performed his dance routine. Secretary Bettie House read the minutes and correspondence. Youth Leader Regina House reported a great time at camp. Youth clubs will help purchase a barbecue pit for ENC camp. Several of the youth will be competing at State YAD. The price for the meal at the District Seven Family Fun Day has been reduced to $3 each. Lodge members are asked to bring a dessert for the meal, help set up tables and chairs by 9 a.m., and return them to the storage room after the event. Members are urged to donate items for the silent auction which will benefit the District Seven Camp Fund to purchase crafts and snacks. The lodge donated $100 to the Stuff the Bus fundraiser for school supplies for less fortunate students in the county. Travis Barta will receive a lodge scholarship. Celebrating birthdays are Leann Zezula, Joyce Polasek, Chester Gail Lee, Bettie House, Gus Novosad, Jeff Barta, Connie Jo Popham, Travis Barta, Christine Ventrcek, Patsy Tymrak Daughtrey, James House, and James Zezula. Bettie and Lloyd House are celebrating their 52nd anniversary.
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A get well card was signed for Jeff Barta.
Order Your Meal for District Seven Family Fun Day Attention, Members: Call Bettie House and report the number of plates needed for the District Seven Family Fun Day on Sunday, September 12. Deadline to order is Wednesday, September 1. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 204 Stephenville members visit observatory
There were 13 members present at the Turner Observatory for the star party—seven were children, and everyone enjoyed the presentation by the president of Central Texas Astronomical Society. We enjoyed seeing some of the stars and learning more about the world we live in, and we got to see the telescope working. The children got to push the buttons, watch the telescope move, and hunt for the stars. This was a new experience for them, and maybe we can do this again sometime. There was a short meeting, and we voted to have the next meeting at Koffee Kup Restaurant on Sunday, September 19 at 4 p.m. We will plan the next events for the lodge and the rest of the year. First Vice President Wes Pierce has moved to Indianapolis, Indiana, because of his job. He will be missed at meetings, but we wish him well. We all hope for some rain to cool the world a bit. It has been a record heat wave in Texas again this year. Let’s hope that it does not last long. Norman M Kneschk President/Treasurer/Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Fraternal MVP Honored by NFCA
Fort Worth Friendship Club
The Friendship Club met on August 4, 2010, at St. Thomas Parish Hall for its monthly meeting with 35 members present. Guests were Madilyn Myers, Jennifer Miller and her granddaughter Maddie, Willie Mae Becan’s two daughters and great-granddaughter, and Barbara Orand, sister of Sharron Connelly. Willie Mae’s two daughters joined the Club. Welcome, and we are so glad to have! President Mary Ann Krivanek called the meeting to order, welcomed everyone, thanked Joe Kozel for the good music before the meeting, thanked Kathy Ormsbee for picking up the chicken, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all. Following, Vice President Betty Krenek read a poem titled “The Color Yellow of Summer” which was enjoyed by all. President Mary Ann welcomed Marilyn Llewellyn who joined the Club in June, and Paula Hall who joined in July. Hostesses Elsie Anders, Elizabeth Creamer, Mary Agnes Ward, and all their helpers were thanked. The theme was yellow sunflowers on all tables, and Elizabeth even wore a dress with sunflowers. They did a great job with Elsie being a super great dishwasher - thanks! Since July was the eating-out social, no minutes were written. Treasurer Mary Ann Kozel gave the financial report which was accepted as presented. The singing of “Happy Birthday” went out to August celebrants Martha Boenisch, Rose Cuba, Betty Krenek, and Pat McWilliams. May you all have many more!
Congratulations to Wayne Orange, right, of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point. He was honored by the National Fraternal Congress of America as a Fraternal MVP for the week of May 3, 2010. Presenting his certificate is Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek.
Sunshine Person Willie Mae Becan reported on receiving a thank you note from Rosie Steinman for the get well card. Rosie contributed $5 for which Willie Mae purchased cards. Also reported was a thank you note from Tracy Horn for the card which she enjoyed. Both Rosie and Tracy were at the meeting, and both said that they are feeling much better. It was also noted that Rosie arrived on time this month. Willie Mae further reported Annie Whitsell sends her greetings; Harold Balvin’s son now lives with him; Virgie Valentine still is hurting from shingles; Monalee Hattendorf was present at the meeting, and all were so glad to have her back; and Gerry Kortokrax is
not doing well. Let’s keep all our members who are not feeling good in our prayers. Alene Kercho was missed, and it was reported that her husband Al had surgery. We hope that he is doing well. Anna Johnson was also missed. She said that it was just too hot to get out. Betty Krenek was wearing a bandage on her arm, and we hope all will be better now. Our former member Frances Matthews fell recently and is currently in rehab. I hear that she will be going back to the Wellington soon. Reporter Libbie Vrla reported on visiting with Melba Brown, sister of Merel Kovar, and learned that Merel is back home at her assisted living apartment and doing well. She also reported on visiting with Betty Landsfeld who has been suffering with a bad knee to learn that she had her MRI and was supposed to see the doctor on Thursday. Since then, I’ve learned that Betty has a fractured knee, is now on a walker, taking antibiotics, and is to see the doctor in six weeks. Both Merel and Betty have been missed. Libbie further stated that one of the baseball nuns, Sister Maggie is not well and is returning to the Mother House in San Antonio to live. Sister Frances will stay on here in Fort Worth and continue to be affiliated with St. Andrew’s Church. Sister Maggie and Sister Frances were with St. Joseph’s Hospital before it closed and received permission to continue living in Fort Worth. They have been a great help to St. Andrew’s Church. Sister Maggie
Fort Worth Friendship Club Members Promote Czech Culture
Fort Worth Friendship Club members promote Czech culture at The Wellington Retirement Home. Singing “The Blue Skirt Waltz” are, left to right, Lydia Alholm, Rosie Steinman, Mary Ann Krivanek, Mary Krivanek, and Elsie Anders. On the accordion is Joe Kozel. —Submitted by Libbie Vrla, Reporter
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and Sister Frances were always given a pass from an anonymous donor to see all home Rangers baseball games, and the television camera always sought them out. If you are a Rangers baseball fan, I’m sure that you’ve seen them on television. Our prayers go out to Sister Maggie. Libbie stated that since everyone knows Father Gerald, who used to be at St. Thomas Church and now is at St. Andrews, he is suffering from a leg problem and was using a cane Sunday at mass. Mary Ann reported on the wonderful time that everyone had at The Wellington where Lydia Alholm lives. Joe Kozel has been scheduled to play again for its OctoberFest, and the singers will again make a special appearance. The President stated that any recommendations to the guidelines need to be made and voted on in September. She asked everyone to think about increasing our donation to St. Thomas Church for using their facilities for the meetings; increasing the donation to families on the death of a member or their spouse; and, to increasing the annual dues. Any other suggestions should be brought before the membership at the next meeting. We had six door prizes, and I only got the following names as donors — Elsie Anders, Paula Arsenault, Elizabeth Creamer, and Mary Ann Kozel. I am sorry that I didn’t get all the names. Lucky winners were Lydia Alholm, Paula Arsenault, Willie Mae Becan, Marie Keller, Shirley Martin, and Jo Ann Wilcox. Winners of the 50/50 dollar games were Helen Skrasek and Lois Smith. Congratulations to all of the winners. Sharron Connelly was asked to speak on her recent trip to France to visit her former teacher/friend. Sharron reported on a great 20 days in France, visited all of west France and Normandy Beach, traveled on many toll roads, and spoke on the simple lifestyle. She especially enjoyed all the visits to homes of friends, and she learned lots of special recipes. One recipe that she told me about was soup being made from radish tops, onion, garlic, potatoes, and beef bullion. She said the soup was great, and she reported on having a great time. Mary Ann Kozel brought the quilt that she and another SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth member had made for the 100th anniversary of Lodge 92. She was selling tickets. The special anniversary celebration day will be on September 18. I have tickets, and I al-
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ways like to think that just maybe I’ll be a winner! Hostesses for September will be Darlene Tompkins, Shirley Martin, and Mary Schneider. With no further business to discuss, the meeting adjourned. Mary Ann then led us in the blessing. A great luncheon was enjoyed with so many wonderful dishes, but the plates are not large enough to take a taste of everything. Anyway, we manage, and there is always a recipe or two to exchange. The luncheon was certainly enjoyed. Following, games were played, and as Merel Kovar always wrote in her minutes, a good time was had by all.
News It was nice to meet and get in a little visit with Marilyn Llewellyn, our new member. Her son is the new school principal at St. Andrew’s School. I’m sure everyone knows by now that I am a proud member of St. Andrew’s Church in southwest Fort Worth. Paula Arsenault will be missed for the next two months as she will be visiting with family in Germany. I am sure that she will have some stories to share with us. Willie Mae Becan really enjoyed seeing her name in the Ennis Sewing Circle report in the Věstník. Willie Mae had given me a couple of sacks of material she thought the Circle could use, and sister Lil Kosarek, our quilt designer, was especially pleased to get them. I’m sure one of Willie Mae’s pieces of material will be used as the backing of the next quilt. Thanks again, Willie Mae. I guess everyone knows that the reporter for the Ennis Sewing Circle is my younger sister, Georgie Morales. Congratulations go out to Bill Moncrief, Anna Marie’s husband, who will celebrate his 70th birthday at their home in Gunnison, Colorado, with a barbecue and live band. I’m sure it will be a festive celebration with lots of guests coming in, then later in the week, Anna Marie and Bill will celebrate their 34th wedding anniversary. Congratulations, Anna Marie and Bill! After the meeting, I stopped in at the assisted living facility where Merel Kovar resides for a little visit. She was in the reception area visiting with a couple of ladies, and she got so excited to see me. She got up to give me a hug which I thought was so special. She said for me to tell her friends and anyone else that she knows that she sends them a big hello. She looked great, and we had such a nice visit. Historian
Rose Ann Spann has been telling me that she didn’t have a photo of Merel since she took over this position so I took one for her. Helen Skrasek, Debbie Skrasek, and I enjoyed being guests of Lydia Alholm’s at a luncheon at Oscar’s last Friday. We had such a good visit and fun time. Then, I went over to Helen’s to see her apartment, and we continued our visit. It was certainly a fun day. Thanks, Lydia! While at Helen’s, she was gathering jars, sugar, and canning ingredients for her sister Adele to take back this weekend while they are in Fort Worth for a birthday party. Helen plans to go by Amtrak to Waco and can pears from Adele and Harold Strand’s orchard. Tracy Horn is looking forward to tomorrow, August 10, when her twin great-granddaughters will be born. I will have more on the twins next month. Tracy is also saddened that her oldest grandson is moving to Boston, Massachusetts. He is the one who lived in Germany for a while, and I recall writing about him. I told Tracy that
Congratulations, James D. and Dorothy Ann Rothermel!
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planes do fly to Boston, and she should just hop on one and go visit. The next meeting will be September 1. Stay cool and see you then! So until, keep smiling! Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST—
Krouzek Ceskych Zen—Dallas Circle of Czech Women
We had to cancel our August meeting due to the death of Richard Brinker, husband of Joyce. Our next meeting is September 2, 2010, at 10 a.m. for visiting. The meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. Menu is sandwiches, fruits or vegetables, and dessert but no cake. We will have the small cake that was left over from our 65th anniversary. The theme is Summer Simple Pleasures, and hostesses for September are Estelle Smith and Bessie Tydlaska. Hope to see there! Evelyn Cechan, Reporter —SPJST—
Reunions
Reunion notices are published at no charge and as a benefit to our SPJST members. First-run announcements may be edited to fit the space. Thereafter, and until the week of the reunion date as space permits, notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Please include your SPJST lodge name/number and your contact phone number. Thank you!
James D. and Dorothy Ann Rothermel, members of SPJST Lodge 999, Home Office, will celebrate their 63rd wedding anniversary on August 24, 2010, and their birthdays - James D. on August 20, 1918 - 92 years of age, and Dorothy Ann (Hodde) on August 24, 1929 - 81 years of age. The couple’s children James, Jr. and Donald and grandchildren wish them many more happy years! —SPJST—
August 29 Hovezi-Huslenky Village Ancestors /Descendants of immigrants from Hovezi, Moravia, Czech Republic— at La Grange Public Library Conference Room, La Grange, Texas; phone (979) 968-3765. For information, contact Ted Kaspar (979) 798-2475; or via email tokbrz@brazoriainet.com; or T.J. Slansky (210) 824-0235; or via email tjslansky@sbcglobal.net. Submitted by Ted Kaspar.
October 9 Former teachers, students, and friends of Ammansville Parochial/public schools—at KJT Hall, Ammansville. For information, contact Willie Bohuslav (512) 3471078 or (512) 695-7324; or email jwbohuslav@aol.com. Submitted by Willie Bohuslav, Lodge 88, Houston. —SPJST—
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Lodge 47, Seaton youth earns top junior merit award
Dear Readers, On Saturday, August 7, 2010, State YAD was held in Temple, Texas, at the Frank W. Mayborn Center. District Two King Sam Vanicek of
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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) 773-8087
Email: melaniez@vvm.com
Questions? Call (800) 727-7578
Lodge 24, Cyclone and Queen Jacqueline Klaus of Lodge 29, Taylor received the honor of State King and Queen. I got first place in special category, and I received the Top Junior Merit Award. I had a great time at State Youth Achievement Day. I hope to see you next year at state. Fraternally, Brandon Hoelscher —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club invites all to Princess Ball
Dear Readers, Mark your calendars for Saturday August 28, 2010. That’s when the annual Princess Ball is being held. Doors open at 7 p.m., and dancing is from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. with music by The Ennis Czech Boys. If you need to purchase dance tickets, my brother Scott and I are selling them. We can arrange for your tickets to be held at the door so just call either of us (214) 321-0708. I look forward to hearing from you. Respectfully, Elisabeth Cowan Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club invites all to August 28 Princess Ball
Dear Readers, On Saturday, August 28, the youth club will host its annual Princess Ball. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the dance will start at 7:30 p.m. Music will be provided by The Ennis Czech Boys. Remember, if you need to purchase dance tickets, you can contact me or my sister Elisabeth to arrange for them to be held at the door. Please call either of us (214) 321-0708. We are ready to help you with your order! Respectfully, Scott Cowan, Vice President —SPJST—
Scenes from Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club’s Summer Activities
Dear Vestnik Readers, As summer comes to a close, what a wonderful summer it’s been if you were involved in SPJST. In July, members from Lodge 9, Snook attended a Brazos Valley Bombers game. We had a great time of fellowship and enjoyed the games and autographs after the game. Camp was a big hit this year with the new pool, cabins, and once again, going to the lake for some
tubing. I can’t wait for next summer. We also had District One and State Youth Achievement Days. Congratulations to Taylor Allen who was crowned District One Queen and to Madelyn Rodriguez, her duchess. They represented us well at State YAD in which Taylor was selected first runner-up. Great job, Taylor! District One also went on a day trip to Schlitterbahn. We had a great time seeing friends again from
TOP LEFT PHOTO: Group at Bomber’s game. TOP CENTER PHOTO: games.
Emma Turskey plays
TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Sharon Kovar, left, Marie Shelfer, center, and Tina Turskey.
LEFT PHOTO: At the lake. Pictured are Caleb Granger, Nikolas Faust, Morgan Sebesta, and Braxton Faust, all of Lodge 9, Snook, and Madelyn Rigler of Lodge 17, New Tabor.
RIGHT PHOTO: Dancing at camp are Makayla Langdon and Colby See.
camp. Many members attended State YAD and participated in special category and individual craft entries. Our lodge also participated in the beseda exhibition—Lodge 9 has three circles. I look forward to some fall activities soon. Fraternally submitted, Zachary Shelfer —SPJST—
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Lodge 92 Fort Worth Youth Club enter YAD
Dear Readers, Saturday, August 7, 2010, was State Youth Achievement Day (YAD). Many youth club members from Lodge 92, Fort Worth competed:
Alexa Hubenak Ages 15 to Senior Individual Talent Lauren Traugott Ages 9 to 11 Pictorical Arts Katherine Durham Ages 9 to 11 Individual Talent
2009 State King Jackson Durham crowned the new 2010 State King. Caroline Durham and the rest of us all competed in special category. Congratulations to all our winners! Fraternally yours, Katherine Durham, President Caroline Durham, Reporter —SPJST—
Put “brain power” on the back-to-school list
(NewsUSA) - That groan you hear is most likely the collective sound of children’s disappointment that summer is almost over and a new school year is about to begin. And while you’ve probably thought of all the back-to-school essentials, there’s something you might not have considered — brain health. Based on considerable research in-
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Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club: beseda dancin’s like ridin’ a bicycle - you never forget!
Dear Vestnik Readers, We were practicing for beseda one night before State YAD, and we had a couple of fill-in dancers. Can you guess who they are? Chris Beasley and Holly Suehs Narro were both youth club members, and now their children are in the youth club and dance beseda. It was fun to have them a part of the circles. Weston Beasley was also dancing at the same time, and he was
laughing the whole time because he was so surprised to see his dad dancing. Thanks for helping us out, and you did a great job! I guess dancing beseda is like riding a bicycle—you never forget it! Fraternally yours, Colby Havemann —SPJST—
LEFT PHOTO: Holly Narro and Colby Havemann dance the beseda. RIGHT PHOTO: Chris Beasley, second
from left, dances in the beseda circle with Meghan Blum, left.
dicating that diet, exercise and rest can help improve cognitive performance, the California Innovations BrainFuel program helps parents lay a strong foundation for their children’s education. It features short articles that highlight recent brain research, the impact that sleep and fitness have on mental acuity, quick tips for packing smarter lunches, and recipes for brain-healthy meals. Here are a few tips to get you started:
• Skip the snooze and make breakfast. Research has found that breakfast-eaters have higher school attendance, reduced tardiness, better
New State King, Queen Celebrate
2010-2011 SPJST State King Sam Vanicek of Lodge 24, Cyclone and State Queen Jackie Klaus of Lodge 29, Taylor are pictured enjoying a slice of watermelon at a celebration party and early birthday party for Sam held the day after State YAD.
behavior, and stronger test performance than breakfast-skippers.
• Drop the pop. Is soda pop really that bad? “Yup. Affirmative. Absolutely,” says board-certified nutritionist and author Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS. Loaded with high-fructose corn syrup, soda pop offers a lot of calories and no nutritional value. Stick with the basics — 100 percent juice,
milk, or plain old water.
• Go nuts! For snacks, skip the potato chips and pack nuts instead (allergies aside, of course). Walnuts are high in Omega-3 and antioxidants like vitamin E and vitamin B6. • Focus on fitness. Experts aren’t exactly sure how exercise fuels learning, but they know that it does. According
Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club Gives to Fort Hood Memorial
Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club presents a check for $300 from Join Hands Day proceeds to Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek for the November 5th, 2009 Fort Hood Memorial.
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to Dr. John J. Ratey, clinical associate professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, “Exercise itself doesn’t make you smarter, but it puts the brain of the learners in the optimal position for them to learn.” Studies show that exercise enables cells to sprout synapses, which are crucial to forming connections the brain needs in order to learn.
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Congratulations, State Royalty and Runners-Up
• Encourage plenty of sleep. “Even minor changes in sleep . . . can impair a school kid’s learning, memory, attention [and] concentration,” says researcher Avi Sadeh, DSc, director of the Laboratory for Children’s Sleep and Arousal Disorders at Tel Aviv University.
The California Innovations BrainFuel program is made possible with support from LeapFrog, Horizon, Every Day with Rachael Ray, Bumble Bee, Dole Fruit Bowls, Parents Magazine and other sponsors. Get additional tips, learn more, and register for the $30,000 Sweepstakes at www.brainfuel4kids.com. —SPJST—
Backpack safety goes beyond back pain
(MS) When it comes to backpack safety, most people tend to think about injuries caused by a heavy backpack or one worn improperly. However, there are other dangers associated with backpacks and caution should be used.
in bus aisles can be a tripping hazard. Students also can be injured if a heavy pack falls on them. Children tucking backpacks into lockers or classroom cubbies may find that they slide out and hit another classmate. Backpacks change the way individuals walk. Because the person is carrying around extra weight, he or she may lose balance or trip and fall, especially when going down steps. To avoid these secondary hazards from backpacks, consider these tips. • Don’t overload a backpack. Carry only what is necessary. If too many books are the issue, parents should talk to the school administrators and teachers to reach a happy medium regarding textbook usage.
Pictured are, left to right, second runner-up King Grant Dusek and Duke Weston Beasley, both of Lodge 17, New Tabor; first runner-up King Lane Hoggard of Lodge 202, Jourdanton and Duke Jordan Woodall of Lodge 185, New Braunfels; State Duke Ty Stock and State King Samuel Vanicek, both of Lodge 24, Cyclone; State Queen Jacqueline Klaus and State Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer, both of Lodge 29, Taylor; first runner-up Queen Taylor Allen and Duchess Madelyn Rodriguez, both of Lodge 9, Snook; and second runner-up Queen Allison Fucik of Lodge 30, Taiton and Duchess Myranda Zielonka of Lodge 148, El Maton.
Backpacks come in all shapes and sizes and can be a handy tool for students or adults. When worn correctly, with weight evenly distrubuted across the back and shoulders, backpacks can be safer and more effective than using a purse or briefcase. But many people wear overly loaded backpacks slung over one shoulder, which can pose problems with posture and lead to back issues. In addition to the physical strain
backpacks can cause, they can be a danger in other ways. Many people fail to recognize how much space a backpack can take up. Entering the tight quarters of a school bus or commuting on a train or bus means a bulky backpack can knock into other people. If that backpack is full of heavy, cumbersome books or even a laptop computer, an inadvertent bump by the pack can cause injuries. Also, backpacks taken off and placed
• When on the bus, safely store the backpack on a lap or under the seat. Be sure straps or the pack itself is not extending into the aisle.
• Avoid rolling backpacks, which can be difficult to roll. Some schools ban these styles because of tripping hazards. • Recognize how much space the backpack takes up when worn. Be conscious of others when turning around or entering a confined space. • Hold on to stair rails and do not run with a heavy backpack to help avoid slips and falls.
• Choose a lightweight backpack. Canvas backpacks are generally lighter in weight than leather backpacks. Do not add extra weight unnecessarily.
2010-2011 SPJST State Royalty Crowned at Youth Achievement Day
LEFT PHOTO: The 2009 State Royalty crowned the new 2010 State Royalty. Pictured are, left to right, 2009 State Duke Brandon Droste, 2009 State King Jackson Durham, 2010 State Duke Ty Stock, 2010 State King Samuel Vanicek, 2010 State Queen Jacqueline Klaus, 2010 State Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer, 2009 State Queen Grace Dusek, and 2009 State Duchess Andi La Fountain. CENTER PHOTO: Royal families. State Duke Ty Stock with mother Misty, far left; State King
Samuel Vanicek with parents Joan and Brian and sister Stephanie; State Queen Jacqueline Klaus with parents Debie and Mark and grandmother Norma Klaus; and State Duchess Chandee with mother Stephanie. RIGHT PHOTO: Officials pictured with 2010 State Royalty are, left to right, District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky, District Two Director Bobby Wuensche, Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, and State Youth Director John Hoelscher.
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In Memoriam
Expression of Sympathy
We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Hvezda Texasu, No. 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed brother, HENRY E. SKALA, JR. Funeral services for Henry E. Skala Jr, age 53, of the Stringtown Community were held at 10 a.m., Monday, August 2, 2010, at Scanio-Harper Funeral Home with Father Ranjan Cletus officiating. Burial was in Dyess Grove Cemetery. Henry Skala, Jr. Visitation was at 6 p.m., and rosary was recited at 7 p.m. on Sunday, August 1 at ScanioHarper Funeral Home. Mr. Skala died Thursday, July 29 in a Temple Hospital. Mr. Skala was born in Temple June 3, 1957, to Henry E. Skala, Sr. and Shirley Meier Skala. He graduated from Rogers High School in 1975 and from Texas A & M University in 1979 with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural education. He worked in the Field Operations of the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service in Crowell, Friona, and Tulia, and in the human resource department in Temple. He married Jan Fojtasek June 25, 1988. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. He was also a member of Greater Temple Area A&M Club and St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Mr. Skala was preceded in death by his father November 26, 1996; and brother Rayland Skala on October 30, 1986. Survivors include wife Jan Skala; son Carson Skala; mother Shirley Skala; and brother Ronnie Skala, all of the Stringtown Community. Memorials may be made to National Ataxia Foundation, 2600 Fernbrook Lane, Suite 119, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55447-4752; or to Dyess Grove Cemetery, P.O. Box 335, Rogers, Texas 76569. Resolution Committee Joyce Skrabanek Ruth Kohutek LaVerne Vanicek —SPJST—
Resolution of Sympathy
We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Hvezda Texasu, No. 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed sister, PATRICIA M. KOPRIVA, age 84, who died Friday, July 30, 2010, at her daughter’s home after a long illness. Pat was an accomplished business woman and loving mother. She enjoyed socializing with friends and family. Her perseverance and business Patricia Kopriva acumen contributed to the success of Kopriva’s Cabinets. She raised two remarkable children through her love, care, and intelligence. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. She is survived by children Michael Kopriva of Las Cruces, New Mexico, and Pamela Bowmer of Leander, Texas; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held Saturday, August 7 at 11 a.m. at Wrench Funerals and Cremations in Leander. A memorial page for Pat can be found at www.WrenchFuneralHome.com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Austin Hospice at www.HospiceAustin.org. Resolution Committee Joyce Skrabanek Ruth Kohutek LaVerne Vanicek —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy
SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis officers and members extend their deepest sympathy to the family and friends of WINIFRED “WINNIE” WHITFILL, age 83, who passed away at her home in Ennis on Saturday, July 31, 2010. Winnie was born on May 2, 1927, to Marvin G. and Olivia (Watkins) Watkins in Ennis, Texas. She grew up in Ennis and graduated from Ennis High Winnie Whitfill School in 1945. On September 6, 1945, she married James R. Whitfill; they made their home in Alma and Ennis. She worked for Ellen’s Dress Shop for over 10 years then ran her own daycare from her home for more than 40 years. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis and St. John Catholic Church. She loved to dance, sing, and read. She is survived by son Jimmy Whitfill and wife Lisa of Ennis; daughters Linda Waldrop, Susan and husband Ronnie Slovak, and Cindy and husband Joe Bouldin, all of Ennis; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sister Sandra Griffin of Dallas; sisters-in-law Mavis Watkins of Ennis and Helen Fowler of Alma; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by husband James R. Whitfill on February 22; four brothers; two sisters; and grandchildren Brittany Whitfill and Brad Gunn. Visitation was on Wednesday, August 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. with rosary at 7 p.m. in J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel. Mass of Christian burial was held on Thursday, August 5 at 10 a.m. in St. John Catholic Church with Father Antonia Ormaza. Pallbearers were Colin Waldrop, Philip Barak, Matt Massey, Dan Hoffman, Cameron Stilwell and Danny Betts. Interment followed at St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc. A memorial has been made to the SPJST Scholarship Fund in memory of Winifred Whitfill. With deepest sympathy, Betty Macalik Financial Secretary —SPJST—
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In Memory of Marvin Vanicek, Sr.
Marvin James Vanicek, Sr., 66, of Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away peacefully in a local hospital on Thursday, August 5, 2010. Marvin was born and raised in Temple, Texas, before moving to Kerrville, Texas, then to Hot Springs, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents Johnnie H. and Lydia A. (Klinkovsky) Vanicek. He will be dearly missed by son Marvin Vanicek, Jr. and wife Melanie of Kerrville, Texas; daughter Michele Pappagallo and husband Al of Hot S p r i n g s , M. Vanicek, Sr. Arkansas; sister Anna Bradberry and husband John of Denver, Colorado; brother Ronnie Vanicek and wife Sara of Ballinger, Texas; granddaughters Brittany and Jordan Rubac of Texas; great-grandson Justis Alexander of Texas; and countless other friends and family who were blessed to know him. Marvin will be especially remembered for his long career in law enforcement in Texas. He served as a Temple Police officer, a Bell County Sheriff’s deputy, and as the Precinct 3 Constable of Bell County, Texas, for many years. He was also very proud of his work as a security officer with the Department of Justice at the United States Attorney’s Office in Waco, Texas, where he made many special friends. Marvin loved to travel and was able to visit over 30 states and five foreign countries in his lifetime. He especially enjoyed his trip to Germany and the Czech Republic due to his tremendous love of World War II history and his Czech ancestry. His fondest passions were hunting, fishing, and antiquing, and he loved the time he spent doing all three. He was also an advocate for organ donation and encouraged many people to register to become organ donors. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 87, Temple. Cremation arrangements were with Gross Funeral Home in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Services will be private. Condolences and memorials may be left, and the guest register may be signed online at www.GrossFuneralHome.com. Friends desiring to do so are encouraged to make a contribution to the charity of their choice. In his memory, the family encourages people to become organ donors. —SPJST—
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BENEVOLENCE
ROČNÍK 98 CISLO 33
Cz ech
Phrasebook
Czech is a Slavic language, closely related to Slovak and Polish. Spoken by over 10 million people as a first language and at least six million who use it as a second language (mainly in Slovakia), Czech is one of two official and defacto languages of the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Czech belongs to the “synthetic” language group, which means that unlike English and other “analytical” languages, different grammatical aspects are expressed in one word by changing the structure of that word adding an ending or prefix, modifying the core of the word, etc. In analytical languages such as English, the same is achieved by using separate auxiliary verbs, pronouns or adjectives while the actual word remains unchanged. In Czech, one word is often sufficient to express what English can only achieve by using multiple words. The only tricky sound to watch for in Czech is this ‘ř’ letter. It’s like putting a trilled ‘r’ and ‘su’ in “pleasure” together to make up a ‘rrrzh’ sound. The accent doesn’t mean a vowel is stressed. It means it’s long. The stress usually falls on the first syllable, with the exception of foreign (non-Slavic) words. Source: http://wikitravel.org/en/Czech_phrasebook
I want a dish containing ________. Chtěl bych chod obsahující _____. (khtyehl bihkh chohd ohb-sah-HOOyee-tsee . . . ) chicken kuře (KOO-rzheh)
Česká
HUMANITY
Bratrstvi´
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Slovanská Podporující Jednota Státu Texas
BROTHERHOOD
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Uředni orgán SPJST Založené roku 1897
beef hovězí (hoh-VYEH-zee) fish rybu (RIH-boo)
ham šunku (SHOON-koo)
sausage salám (SAH-laam)
cheese sýr (seer)
eggs vejce (VAY-tseh)
Czech Cultural Calendar
Each Wednesday Evening Czech Language Class (extemporaneous)—at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home, No. 1, Taylor, 500 East Lake Drive in Taylor, 6 to approximately 8 p.m. Informal gathering for the purpose of listening to Czech, and reading and speaking Czech.
August 27 San Antonio Czech Dinner and Dance Gala—at St. Lukeʼs Catholic Church Center, 4603 Manitou (near Loop 410), San Antonio, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Meal/entertainment are included in ticket price; musical entertainment; guest speaker. For information/ticket price, call Barbara Hruby (210) 4108840; Jerry Janecka (210) 492-7128;
August 28 CCM Houston Gala 2010 - A Night of Fundraising: Music, Dinner, Dance, Auction—at CCM Houston, 4920 San Jacinto Street, Houston, in the Museum District. Benefitting Comenius Library. Reception, champagne toast, dinner/live auction included in price. Honoring for their years of service - Raymond Snokhous and Clarice Marik Snokhous. A portion of the funds raised from event will be donated to Exchange Club of Houston Child Abuse Prevention Program.
September 25 TCGS hosts Czech Roots, Fruitful Memories—at Caldwell Civic/Visitor Center. Speakers throughout the day. Full details coming soon. Please visit TCGS website for various Czech-re-
lated information www. txczgs.org.
November 4 - 6 Texas State Genealogical Conference—in Waco, Texas. Please visit TCGS website for various Czech-related information www.txczgs.org.
November 13 Texas State Genealogical Society End-of-Year Business Meeting—in College Station. November 4 - 6 Texas State Genealogical Conference—in Waco, Texas. Please visit TCGS website for various Czech-related information www.txczgs.org.
2011 January 29 Texas State Genealogical Society 10th Anniversary Celebration—in Bryan, Texas. Please visit TCGS website for various Czech-related information www.txczgs.org.
June 18 TCGS Genealogy Fest—in Temple, Texas. Please visit TCGS website for various Czech-related information www.txczgs.org.
September 3 - 17 Texas State Genealogical SocietySponsored Trip to Czech Republic—Details forthcoming. Please visit TCGS website for various Czech-related information www.txczgs.org. —SPJST—
salad salát (SAH-laat)
(fresh) vegetables (čerstvou) zeleninu ((CHEHRST-voh-uh) zeh-leh-NIHnoo) (fresh) fruit (čerstvé) ovoce ((CHEHRST-vehh) oh-VOH-tseh)
bread chleba (KHLEH-bah)
toast toust (towst)
noodles nudle (NOO-dleh)
rice rýži (REE-zhih)
beans fazole (FAH-zoh-leh)
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Concho Valley CHS meets August 22
The Concho Valley Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas will meet Sunday, August 22, 2010, at 2 p.m. in Rowena, Texas, at SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena hall. If you choose, bring finger foods or a dish to share for refreshments. For more information, please call (325) 653-8956. Janelle Shockley, Reporter Concho Valley CHS —SPJST—
Visit Texas Polka Music Museum
The Texas Polka Music Museum in downtown Schulenburg celebrated its grand opening on April 17, 2010. The museum is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of polka music in Texas. Featured are pictures and histories of Texas polka bands, time line of polka bands, instruments, database of Texas polka bands and musicians with time period they played. Also, a section devoted to Texas polka DJs which includes a radio station. Another display includes hundreds of LP album jackets. A theater room with videos of numerous polka bands is on display. Many dance posters and band schedules are
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displayed. There is a display of postcard requests to polka DJs from the late 1930s. Even though we have a lot of material, we are always looking for more to preserve the history of Texas polka music. The museum is presently open Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and also by appointment for groups. The museum is located at 625 North Main in historic downtown Schulenburg across from the chamber of commerce. The museum’s website is www.texaspolkamuseum.com. For more information, contact Glen or Freda Chervenka (979) 589-2600 or (979) 255-5006 - cell. Submitted by, Glen Chervenka SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone —SPJST—
TCGS to host various speakers September 25
Texas Czech Genealogical Society invites you to Czech Roots and Fruitful Memories on Saturday, September 25, 2010, at Caldwell Civic/Visitor Center. Speakers include: Patrick Janis How to Perform Online Research of Baptismal, Marriage, and Death
SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Annual Fundraiser
Outdoor Extravaganza Saturday, September 18, 2010
Social Hour - 5 p.m. • Meal - 6:30 p.m. Live and Silent Auctions Bucket Drawings • Games • Top Prize Drawings at 10 p.m. Donation: $30 per person (Meal, beverages, and snacks provided.) Children of ticket holders can attend for $5 each. ~ Top Prizes ~
• 1-Person Guided Management Buck Hunt at Tenroc Ranch in Salado, Texas • 3-Person One-Half Day Pheasant, One-Half Day Quail Guided Combination Hunt in Santa Anna, Texas • 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise for Two Departing from Galveston, Texas • 6-Person Guided Bay Fishing Trip to Port O’Connor, Texas • 2-Person Day of Beauty (massage, facial, hair cut/style, manicure/pedicure) at Fountain of Beauty Salon and Spa in Temple, Texas
Questions: Edwin Pechal (254) 984-2255 • David Pechal (254) 721-8370
Records in Opava Archives Hanka Vernon Special Foods for Special Occasions as Celebrated in Her Native Village of Kutna Hora, CZ
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Aditi Worcester Create Video Biographies without Being Intimidated by Technology Scott Brookshire Looking Back to the Year 1900 Merrill Adamcik Importance of Veteran Stories John Tomecek Chronicling the History of Czechs in Texas
Full details coming soon. Please visit TCGS website for various Czechrelated information www. txczgs.org. —SPJST—
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Annual Homecoming
Picnic
Sunday August 22, 2010
Marak, Texas
SS Cyril and Methodius Church 7 miles northwest of Cameron on FM 2269
Mass 10:15 a.m. • Dinner 11 a.m. Games 12 noon • Refreshments
Home Fried Chicken and Sausage
Plates served with all the trimmings Meal tickets - $8 each Plates to Go Serving begins at 11 a.m. Continuous serving while food lasts. Vrazels Polka Band - 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Auction 4 p.m. Entertainment for the entire family!
S P J S T L o dge 8 4 , D a l l a s
Princess Ball
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K i t ch e n O p e n • S i l e n t A u c t i o n • P r i z e D r aw i ng C r o w n i ng o f K i ng a n d Q u e e n C o m e d a n c e y o u r C z e c h l eg s o f f ! We p r o m i s e y o u w i l l h a v e a g r e a t t i m e !
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Fraternal Activities and Entertainment
Post your upcoming fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is Wednesday at 5 p.m. Send your updates directly to: VESTNIK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX to: (254) 773-8087. Email to: melaniez@vvm.com. Advertising rates are $3 per column inch for lodge ads; $6 per column inch for non-profit organization ads; and $10 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at (800) 727-7578 or email melaniez@vvm.com.
LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Hall Rental Information: (979) 966-3795. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of even-numbered months February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Potluck served after meeting. Youth Club Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6 p.m. at the lodge hall.
LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Sunday, August 22—Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person Sunday, September 12—The Dujka Brothers, polka/waltz/mix music, 3 to 7 p.m. $7/person Sunday, September 26—The Texas Dutchman, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person
LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA (3) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. at PointBank Community Center, 739 East Liberty Street, Pilot Point. For directions/meeting information, contact Brian Heitzman (940) 686-4429; or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359.
LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 620 North Main Street, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Rita Marburger (512) 8592584. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room, 107 East Park Street, Hallettsville. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room.
LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Friday, August 20—Social night, 6 p.m. Friday, September 3—Social night/Westfest annual potato peel party, 4 p.m. Sunday, September 12—Lodge 6 meeting, 2 p.m. Friday, September 17—Social night, 6 p.m. Friday, October 1—Social night, 6 p.m. Sunday, October 3—RVOS Lodge No. 46 meeting, 11 a.m.
Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Directions: From IH35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light, stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take FM 2114 east 3 miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road. Lodge hall is on the right, 1/2 mile down the road. Hall Rental Information: George Straten (254) 8265863. Hall Phone: (254) 826-0005. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Hall, 503 Park Drive, Weimar.
LODGE 9, SNOOK (1) Lodge Hall: 457 CR 269, Snook. Directions: From Snook, turn on FM 2155 to downtown. At Snook School, stay right on Spur 2155. At “T”, turn right on CR 269. Go 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3732. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 425 CR 424, Dime Box. Directions: In Dime Box, turn left from FM 141 on CR 424. Go east on CR 425 for 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 884-1451; Lodge Hall: (979) 8843211. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Please join us!
LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 36, Buckholts. Directions: Hall is located on Highway 36, east of Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: (254) 593-2222. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Refreshments served after meeting, and door prizes awarded.
LODGE 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions: From Caldwell, turn from Hiwy 36 east onto FM 166. Go 2.1 miles, turn left on CR 225. Go one mile, veering right. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534; band bookings-Artie Monson (512) 281-3711; Hall phone: (512) 285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Directions: 12 miles south of Schulenburg in Moravia. From Highway 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West four miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North; go one mile. Hall is on the right. Lodge Meetings: Tuesday after the second Sunday in March, June, and September, 7:30 p.m.; and the first Sunday of December, 2 p.m.
LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Burlington. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit at blinking light on Hwy 53 to FM 485; go one mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Wilbert Mikeska (254) 985-2484; Hall phone: (254) 985-2393; wmmike@peoplepc.com. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Visit www.spjstflaghall.com. LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Saturday, August 21—dance Saturday, August 28—rental Saturday, September 4—rental Sunday, September 5—dining room rental Thursday, September 9—SPJST meeting Saturday, September 11—rental Saturday, September 18—rental Sunday, September 19—dining room rental Saturday, September 25—Telico VFD benefit
Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit and stay on until you come to Ennis. Go through downtown Ennis, under the overpass/IH45. Go approx. 3/4 mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (972) 875-8381; Hall Phone: (972) 875-8381. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Game room open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.
LODGE 26, SKIDMORE (7) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of March, June, and September, 3 p.m. at Skidmore Fire Station. Call Secretary Patricia Thompson (361) 364-1266 for December meeting date, time, and location.
LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 12 noon at Wharton County Library, 746 Clubside Drive, East Bernard.
LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) Friday, August 20—Music: The Lawmen, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers, beginning at 6 p.m.) Wednesday, August 25—Music: The Bobby Jay Five Band at SPJST Taylor Hall, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, August 27—Music: Edward Kopeckyʼs Czech Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Parents of Thrall 4H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers, beginning at 6 p.m.) All Friday night dances have free admission.
Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, turn from Hwy 95 onto East 11th. Turn left on Washburn at the “T”. Veer right on Thorndale Road. Go 1.8 miles to the hall on FM 619. (From Hwy 79, turn left on FM 619, go .8 mile to the hall.) Hall Rental Information: (512) 352-9139; Hall Phone: (512) 352-9139. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Music: Second and fourth Wednesday of the month/music by Bobby Jay Five Band; 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, 2 p.m. followed by covered dish meal; Booster Club sells gift certificate booklets containing 6 coupons for $20 and entitles you to 6 hamburgers or cheeseburgers, which amounts to you buying 5 burgers and getting 1 free burger. If you prefer cheeseburgers, this is an additional savings for you since the cheeseburgers cost a little more than hamburgers. Booklets are great gift ideas for birthdays, Fatherʼs Day, Grandparents Day, anniversaries, etc. especially for the regular customers who buy hamburgers each Friday. LODGE 30, TAITON (6) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo
LODGE 32, VICTORIA (6) Lodge Hall: 3502 North Laurent, Victoria. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall LODGE 35, ELK (3) Sunday, September 5—Heart of Texas Road Gang Saturday, September 11—Flat Rock Junction Saturday, September 18—Cherokee Rose Saturday, September 25—Spiveyʼs Crossing
Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From IH35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy 84 East through Bellmead; go approx. 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Take Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road; go approx. 1 mile; road will dead end. Turn right at dead end; go approx. 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (254) 875-2156; Hall Phone: (254) 863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall LODGE 38, KOVAR (1) Lodge Hall: 278 Zimmerhanzel Road, Flatonia. Hall Rental Information: (512) 237-2438/day; (830) 8394353/night. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 39, BRYAN (1) Lodge Hall: Cherry Bend Circle, Lot 12, Bryan. Directions: From Hwy 6, turn west on OSR; go 2 miles to Mumford Road, turn left. Go 1.1 miles, turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. Hall (white building) is at the bend of the road). Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Lunch at 12:30 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. For information, call President Wade OʼShields (979) 324-5961; FAC Dianna Everett (979) 693-5287. Insurance certificates info, call Secretary Lillie Matejka OʼShields (979) 324-5961.
LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hiwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59, Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Jerry Gensler (979) 543-3188; Hall Phone: (979) 648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:15 p.m. at the hall. Bingo is played on Monday nights, 7 p.m. $100 nights every week and a $650 jackpot every week also. License #17600539641. LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: First Thursday of February, May, August, and November, 6:30 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church on Royal Road, Port Lavaca.
LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Saturday, August 21—Jerry Haisler and Melody Five Saturday, September 25—Fritz Hodde Saturday, October 2—Jerry Haisler and Melody Five
Saturday night dance time is 7 to 11 p.m. Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy 53, Temple. Directions: Star Hall is 5 miles east of Temple Hwy 53 (Adams Avenue). Seaton Star Hall is a non-smoking faciliy. Hall Rental Information: Edwin Pechal (254) 984-2255;
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LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: Go east on alternate Hwy 79 south of Taylor. Take a right on FM 619; go about 4 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (512) 365-3733. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Youth Leader Donna Vanecek: (512) 365-5717 donnavanecek@yahoo.com. Lodge 48, Beyersville holds ladiesʼ Bunco night on the second Tuesday of each month. A light meal is served at 6:30 p.m. followed by Bunco games then wrap up with the distribution of prizes, and eating desserts. LODGE 49, ROWENA (4) Lodge Hall: 706 FM 2133, Rowena. Hall Rental Information: (325) 442-4841. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. at the hall
LODGE 51, ELLINGER (1) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Ellinger Fire Department, Ellinger.
LODGE 54, WEST (3) Lodge Hall: 1201 North Davis Street, West. Directions: From IH35, take the West exit; go to blinking light, take a right onto Oak Street. Go two blocks to Davis Street, turn left. Continue on Davis Street and after you pass the middle school, Lone Star Hall is in the next block on the left. Hall Rental Information: (254) 826-5343/day; (254) 826-5990/night. Hall Phone: (254) 826-7797. Lodge Meetings: First Friday in March, June, and November; and the second Friday in September, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Saturday of each month, 10 a.m. Call Youth Leader Lisa Darnell (254) 644-2896 for location. LODGE 63, SWEET HOME (6) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. and on December 5 at a place to be announced at a later date. Call for meeting location.
LODGE 66, WACO (3) Lodge Hall: 722 Leroy Parkway, Elm Mott. Directions: From IH35 at Elm Mott, take FM 308 East exit. Go over the railroad tracks approx. 1/2 mile. Hall is on the right sitting back from FM 308 East. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 3 p.m. Call for meeting location.
LODGE 73, SEYMOUR (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 12 p.m. Call for meeting location.
LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday in March and June, 1 p.m. at Cunningham Center; second Sunday in September and December, 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Lakeside City Fellowship Hall
LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Hall Phone: (361) 854-8423. Meal served at 1 p.m.; meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi.
LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Lodge Hall: 12141 East FM 2268, Holland. Directions: On Hwy 95, south of Holland, turn east on FM 2268; 1/2 mile to hall on the right. Hall Rental Information: Monica McDougall(254) 774-9971; SPJST80@yahoo.com. Hall Phone: (254) 657-2485. Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 4 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Saturday of each month 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Board of directors meetings are the first Saturday of the month, 3:30 p.m. Bingo every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355. LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Violet Street, Needville. Directions: Hall is south on Hwy 36, one mile from the traffic light in Needville. Hall Rental Information: (979) 793-4313; td_stavinoha@yahoo.com. Hall Phone: (361) 793-4742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From IH35 East in Dallas, take IH20 East. From IH20 East, take the IH45 exit toward downtown Dallas. IH45 runs into Hwy 75. From Hwy 75, take a right at the Bryan Street exit. From Bryan Street, turn right on Cantreal Street and go until you come to Floyd Street and turn right. Hall is the second building on the right. Hall Rental Information: (214) 826-3557. Hall Phone: (214) 823-0072. Band Bookings: Cherri Petr (214)
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LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north on 50th Street and go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371; Shop (254) 773-6164. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Saturday, August 21—Leonard Duckworth Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, August 28—No dance Saturday, September 4—Moonglow Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, September 11—Red Ravens, polka/variety. $8/person Saturday, September 18—Knights of Dixie Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, September 25—No dance Saturday, October 2—Moonglow Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, October 9—The Lazy Farmerʼs Band, polka/variety. $8 per person
All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. *Dress code dances: evening attire, ladies, and gentlemen. Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Highway 290—Take Magnum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall Rental Information: (713) 8695767; Lodge Hall: (713) 869-5767. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Bingo every Thursday evening: Early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-621-2077-41001. LODGE 91, CROSBY (5) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings will be announced in Vestnik.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Friday, August 20—Dave Alexander, western swing Friday, August 27—Nobles of Note Sunday, August 29—Annual Funny Hat Dance: Fritz Hodde and The Fabulous Six, 3 to 7 p.m. Prizes for funniest hats. Friday, September 3—Charlie Patteson Friday, September 10—Ron Martin Saturday, September 18—100th Anniversary Celebration: music by Czech and Then Some and Jodie Mikula Orchestra plus much more. Dinner by Risckyʼs Barbecue. Kitchen by Lodge 92 Youth Club. Free admission for all day - a token of appreciation for our many supporters. Come early, stay late.
Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From IH35 West in Fort Worth, take IH20 West exit. Stay on IH20 West until it comes to 820. Get on 820 and stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Highway and Azle Street exit. Take Jacksboro Highway East, turning right on Jacksboro Highway East. Go to the first traffic light and take a left. Hall is on the right about 3/4 down the block. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone (817) 624-1361. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Family Nights—first and third Tuesdays. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band plays every first Sunday and most third Friday nights. The other Friday nights will 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. Visit www.nationalhallspjst92.org. LODGE 93, HOBSON (7) Lodge Meetings: First Thursday of each month at Polakʼs between Karnes City and Kenedy. Call Secretary Clara Bell Ahrens (830) 780-3709 for time.
LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Friday in March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Gay Revel (361) 573-4443 for meeting location.
LODGE 106, LA GRANGE (1) Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at Subway Sandwich Shop, 109 South Jefferson Street (south of the red light at Hwys. 71 and 77 crossroad), La Grange.
LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West 3 miles to FM 1303, turn right, go two miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (830) 393-7796; Hall Phone: (803) 393-6500. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall.
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LODGE 117, ROBSTOWN (7) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of March, June, September, and December, 1:30 p.m. at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard, Corpus Christi.
LODGE 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date/time/location, call Secretary Stanley Vrla (214) 8262670/email mvrla@sbcglobal.net or Sales Agent John Vrla (214) 906-3385/email jvrla@cebridge.net.
LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio.
LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Hall: 2622 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit; and stay on until you come to Ennis. Go through downtown Ennis, under the overpass/IH45. Go approx. 3/4 mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (972) 878-5987. Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. at Danbury City Hall, Danbury.
LODGE 141, SEALY (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle, Sealy. LODGE 142, HOUSTON (5) Sunday, September 12—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.
Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m., meal served at 1 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Annex Building, 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Annex Building, 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights).
LODGE 143, INEZ (6) Lodge Meetings: Third Friday of March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. at 508 Charleston Drive, Victoria.
LODGE 148, EL MATON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at Frank Hahnʼs Camphouse in El Maton. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month following the adult lodge meeting at Frank Hahnʼs Camphouse in El Maton.
LODGE 151, WHARTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 7 p.m., in the meeting room of Hinzeʼs Bar-B-Que Catering, Hwy 59, Wharton.
LODGE 153, LA SALLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Mary Jane Sralla (361) 782-3374 for meeting location.
LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday of February, April, June, August, and October, 7 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at Bilskiʼs Camphouse, 2577 Old Chappell Hill Road, Brenham. LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Saturday, August 28—Variety dance: Frank Arfele Saturday, September 4—Tony T. Saturday, September 25—Variety dance: Frank Arfele
Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Hall Rental Information: Jo (713) 472-7287; Hall Phone: (281) 487-3297. Lodge Meetings: Fourth Tuesday of January through October, 7 p.m. at the lodge hall, and the third Tuesday of November and December, 7 p.m. at the hall. Executive Board/Trustees Meetings and Workdays: First Monday of each month, (unless the first Monday is a holiday) and begin at 12 noon. Dances: Held the first Saturday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Variety dances are held the fourth Saturday of the month, unless noted.
LODGE 177, ACADEMY (2) Lodge Hall: 711 Rio Poco, Little River. Directions: Hall is on the south side of Academy on Hwy 95. Hall Rental Information: (254) 982-4530. Hall Phone: (254) 982-4434. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Trustees meet at 6:30 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the kitchen is open. LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at Lions Club Building, 201 Centennial Street, Carmine.
LODGE 180, BURLESON (3) Lodge Hall: 1150 South Burleson Boulevard, Burleson. Directions: IH35 West, one-quarter mile south of Hidden Creek Parkway exit in Burleson. Hall Rental Information: (817) 558-2400; (817) 2953483; (972) 435-2286. Hall Phone: (817) 295-9665. Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin.
LODGE 183, ARLINGTON (3) Lodge Hall: 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane, Arlington. Directions: Take IH35 West to Fort Worth. Take IH20 East exit. Proceed on IH20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North; stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Take a right on Mayfield; go down and take a left on Pleasant Valley. Hall Rental Information: (817) 465-8538; (214) 876-9029; Hall Phone: (817) 465-8538. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Last Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506.
LODGE 154, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From IH35 West in Fort Worth, take IH20 West exit. Stay on IH20 West until you come to 820; stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Highway and Azle Street exit. Take Azle Street exit; go to the traffic light. Turn left at the traffic light. Go to the second traffic light, then turn right onto Boat Club Road and follow approx. 2 1/2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: (817) 237-5181. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall.
Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of every other month, 1 p.m. Call Secretary Cyndy Kristinek (806) 763-7245 for meeting location.
LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy 36, Caldwell. Directions: Hall is just off Hiwy 36 on the south side of Caldwell. Hall Rental Information: (979) 567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Social games at 7:30 p.m. every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 174-20733095-41002
LODGE 155, AUSTIN (2) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of March, June, September, and December. Call Secretary Ginny Prasatik (512) 472-1721 for meeting time/location.
LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of January, April, July, and October, 12 noon at Wall Volunteer Fire Department, Wall.
LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. LODGE 164, RIO HONDO (7) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2:30 p.m. Call FAC Diane Busse (956) 743-5455 for meeting location.
LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Sunday, August 22—Family Social: See page for information.
LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS (7) Lodge Meetings: Every other month - February, April, June, August, October, and December. Call for meeting date, time, and location. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Theresa Haag (830) 6258262 for meeting date/time/location.
LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. On the right is a 7-11 store; turn right and proceed past Hopewell School, and through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. Hall Rental Information: (512) 255-1554; (512) 7714948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall followed by a covered dish meal. Board meeting, 2 p.m.; entertainment, 2:30 p.m. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall.
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LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at Charles Mundayʼs office, 416 Oak Street, Bryan (behind the Kettle Restaurant on Texas Avenue). LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Street, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information: Andy or Maria Anderson (936) 6341962; Lodge Hall: (936) 637-2706. Dance Reservations: Alma Breazeale (936) 829-5808; or via email almab@consolidated.net. Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Regular dances: Third Saturday night of each month from 8 to 11 p.m.
LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Lodge Hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Directions: Off Hwy 290 West at Skinner. Hall Rental Information: (281) 351-1045; (281) 373-9482. Hall Phone: (281) 373-9482. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall with a potluck meal served. Lodge provides the meat.
LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY (2) Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at Taylor Hall/Bruceville-Eddy Senior Center.
LODGE 201, BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 3948 FM 2502, Bleiblerville. Directions: Hall is across the street from the post office in Bleiblerville. Hall Rental Information: James Balke (979) 830-0796; (979) 830-0118. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 202, JOURDANTON (7) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. (March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m.) at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. (March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m.) at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton.
LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE (3) Lodge Meetings: For meeting date/time/location, contact Sandra Pierce (254) 485-5801/email skipierce@hotmail.com or Norman Kneschk (254) 3863222/email normk_82@htcomp.net. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Donna Pierce (254) 592-2256 for meeting date/time/location. LODGE 207, IOWA PARK (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Mary Hatter (940) 322-8503 for meeting location.
LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: Every third Sunday of January, March, May, July, and September, 6 p.m. at The Center in Tahoka, corner of Avenue K and South Third Streest. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at The Center. LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m. Call Secretary Edna Rivas (915) 7272048 for meeting location.
LODGE 223, PALACIOS (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at Palacios Eagles Lodge, 204 Fourth Street, Palacios. LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Call for meeting location. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Janice Stevens (325) 5379224 for meeting date/time/location. LODGE 246, MORGANʼS POINT (2) Monday, September 13—Meal and lodge meeting, 6 p.m.
Lodge Meetings: First Monday of each month, 6 p.m. at Best Quality Meats and Sausage Shop, 2610 South General Bruce Drive, Temple. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Jessica Fernandez (254) 624-0050 for meeting date/time/location. LODGE 255, KATY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday, 6:30 p.m. at NBD Graphics, 19424 Park Row, Suite 100, Houston.
LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 4 p.m. at Alumni Student Center, conference rooms A and B, on the Texas Lutheran Campus, Seguin. LODGE 271, LAREDO (7) Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at Pollos Tori, 4507 San Bernado Avenue, Laredo. —SPJST—
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