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Brotherhood

October 20, 2010

100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive Kicks Off with $1,000 Contribution

Thanks to SPJST Lodge 177, Academy for contributing $1,000 to this year’s 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. Lodge 177 President Otis Beck delivered the check to Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez at the Home Office last week. See back page for more info on giving to the drive.

Celebrating Czech Heritage at the State Fair of Texas

Heritage Day at the State Fair of Texas was held Sunday, October 10. Above, SPJST youth perform “The Little Red Handkerchief.” At right, Jeraldine and John Becan, both of Lodge 84, Dallas, have been dancing beseda at the State Fair for about 60 years. They are pictured dancing at the 2010 day.

Lodge 25, Ennis youth Josef Slovak, eight years old, plays the accordion with Raymond Dlabaj of Lodge 84, Dallas. Josef is playing Lodge 84 member Laddie Gajdica’s accordion during the afternoon in the African American Museum at the State Fair of Texas.

Calling All Veterans and Those Currently Serving in the Military who are SPJST Members The Vestnik will recognize veterans and those currently serving in the military who are SPJST members in the November 10 Vestnik. Veterans can be living or deceased. A photo of the veteran/current service member may also be included. Please complete the form on page 4 of this week’s Vestnik and return no later than October 27.

Interest Rates.......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 100 Pennies Donor Listing .................3 District News........................................4 Lodge Section......................................6 Reunions ............................................11

Inside This Week’s Vestnik

Czech Feszt Information...................14 In Memoriam ......................................15 Youth Section ....................................16 Czech Culture ...................................21 Advertisements .................................21 Lodge Calendar .................................22

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Scenes from District One Fall Fun Day

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Lodge 9 Snook youth participates in Little Miss contest

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Lodge 29 Taylor Youth Club hosts membership fun party

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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, CFFM 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, 1139 Tanner Circle, 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: lifeagent01@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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Czech Enthusiasm at the State Fair What a wonderful day it was at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas on

10-10-10 (Sunday, October 10, 2010)! It was the Heritage Festival presented by Texas Cultural Partnership. The partnership consists of the American Czech Culture Society, Norwegian Society of Texas, Ukrainian American Society of Texas, and German Heritage Society. Several SPJST members serve as officers of the American Czech Culture Society or on the steering committee of the Texas Cultural Partnership. The delicious lunch of sausage, sauerkraut, potatoes, bread, and strudel, catered by Publication Committee Vice Chairman Bessie Petr and her amazing crew, was worth the drive to Dallas! Dining on this Czech cuisine while musicians played and sang Czech tunes really gets a person into the Czech spirit. Outside, the Dallas Czech Concert Orchestra performed. Sister Bessie has been coordinating beseda dancers for about 59 years. This year, two youth groups and four adult groups performed. What a beautiful site to see almost 50 people dressed in kroj performing. For some, it was the first year to dance. For others, it was close to the 60th year. Congratulations to the day’s organizers and volunteers on a very successful event that SPJST was proud to be a part of. Thanks for your efforts and for continuing to promote Czech heritage at the State Fair of Texas! Thanks, d.knape Special thanks to Lodge 187, Round Rock member David Knape for sharing his poems with us. We get

calls about whether David’s poetry is published in a book. He does have two books currently available. One is Short Order Poems and the other is Wolf Country - Plain and Simple Poems. Wolf Country contains the poem “When I Think Czech.” Each book contains 30 pages of poems and is available for $5.95, plus $1.50 shipping/handling. Orders can be mailed to D. Knape, 1405 Newbury Lane, Plano, Texas 75025.

Vestnik Holiday Deadlines Wednesday, Nov. 10 at 12 noon Submission deadline for Nov. 17 Monday, Nov. 22 at 5 p.m. Submission deadline for Dec. 1 Monday, Dec. 20 at 5 p.m. Submission deadline for Dec. 29 December 22 — No Vestnik

SPJST cemetery markers available

Bronze SPJST cemetery markers are available for purchase through the Home Office for $10. The price includes postage and handling. The markers, which measure t h r e e inches in diameter, include a four-inch threaded post for mounting. To purchase marker or to receive additional information, please contact the President’s Office (800) 727-7578 or write to: SPJST Home Office, P. O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. —SPJST—

VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the last week of August and the fourth week of December by VĚSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $25 per year for non-members. Membersʼ fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society and enables us to make more informed decisions. The views expressed by writers in the Vestnik do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VĚSTNÍK c/o Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.

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SPJST INTEREST RATES

Farm/commercial property rates are subject to change without notice. Call the SPJST Home Office (800) 7277578.

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75% Owner Farm Property 5.50% for 1 to 10 years 6.00% for 11 to 20 years Commercial Property 6.50% for 1 to 10 years 6.75% for 11 to 15 years

Universal Life

Universal Life 4.50% for Annualized* Annuities

Annuity I** 5.00% for Annualized*

Annuity II** 3.90% for Annualized*

Annuity III** 3.90% for Annualized*

**Not currently being marketed.

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%

Family Fun and Important Dates

October 23 October 23 October 23 October 24 October 24 October 27 November 7 November 10 November 11 November 14 November 14 November 20 November 20

November 22 November 25 November 26 November 26 December 3 December 4 December 4 December 4 December 4 December 4 December 4 December 4

December 5 December 5 December 5 December 6 December 6 December 7

December 11 December 11 December 12 December 12 December 12 December 12 December 12 December 12

Make A Difference Day Czech Feszt • Fred Springer Park, Temple Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club Halloween Party (5) District Three Fall Meeting • Lodge 6, Cottonwood Lodge 88, Houston Czech Day (5) Věstník Veteran Tribute Submission Deadline, 5 p.m. Daylight Saving Time Ends Věstník Submission Deadline, 12 noon Veterans Day • SPJST Home Office Closed Lodge 6, Cottonwood Appreciation Party (3) Lodge 133, San Antonio Thanksgiving Luncheon (7) SPJST Float • Tomball Christmas Parade (5) Denisse Wuensche Scholarship Fundraiser Lodge 48, Beyersville (2) Věstník Submission Deadline, 5 p.m. Thanksgiving • SPJST Home Office Closed Thanksgiving Holiday • SPJST Home Office Closed SPJST Float • Fort Worth Christmas Parade (3) SPJST Float • Cleburne Christmas Parade (3) SPJST Float • Georgetown Christmas Parade (2) SPJST Float • Smithville Christmas Parade (1) SPJST Float • Burleson Christmas Parade (3) Lodge 88, Houston Christmas Party (5) Lodge 91, Crosby Christmas Party (5) Lodge 183, Arlington Christmas Party (3) Lodge 204, Stephenville Christmas Party Koffee Kup Restaurant, Hico (3) Lodge 6, Cottonwood Meeting/Christmas Party (3) Lodge 49, Rowena Christmas Party (4) Lodge 80, Holland Christmas Party (2) SPJST Home Office Christmas Open House SPJST Float • Temple Christmas Parade (2) Lodge 246, Morganʼs Point Christmas Party SPJST Home Office, Temple (2) SPJST Float • Arlington Christmas Parade (3) SPJST Float • Crosby Christmas Parade (5) Lodge 9, Snook Christmas Party (1) Lodge 18, Elgin Christmas Dance (2) Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Christmas Party (6) Lodge 47, Seaton Christmas Party (2) Lodge 48, Beyersville Christmas Party (2) Lodge 76, Wichita Falls Christmas Dinner at Cunningham Center (4)

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Donors’ List

SPJST members and friends are

encouraged to support the 2010-2011 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. In sending in your donation, please be sure to include donor’s name(s) for that proper acknowledgement may be published in the Vestnik. Donations are tax deductible and 100 percent of the amount that you contribute is used for scholarships to SPJST members. Mail your contribution to: SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503

Thank you for your kind support. For more information or printed donation solicitation forms, please contact the Fraternal Department at (800) 7277578.

Guidelines for Giving 1. Donations made by lodges out of lodge funds will be listed as a lodge donation. 2. Collected donations from a lodge meeting will be listed individually by memberʼs last name in alphabetical order. Individuals submitting a donation will also be listed by memberʼs last name alphabetically. 3. Gifts of $50.00 or more will be printed in bold. 4. Families or groups, which desire names, listed under a particular last name or group name should indicate this on the donation form or letter, otherwise, the names will be listed as individual donations by last name in alphabetical order. 5. 100 pennies donations made as a memorial will be listed under memorial donations in a separate listing.

Note: Please print donor’s name(s) clearly.

There have been 40 donations made to the 2010-2011 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. Donations to date are $1,276.90. SPJST Memorial donations to date are $825. Thank you for your generous donations to the

SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. Because of your generosity, many young SPJST members will be able to attend or continue with college. The 2010-2011 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive goal is $20,000. Thank you!

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Alexander, Brady Alexander, Chase Beasley, Weston Benner, Mr. and Mrs. Coleman Blum, Meghan Cahall, Edgar (“Pops”) Cash, Sierra Dowell, Tabor Talasek, Zoe Hartman, Kadie Hoelscher, Brandon Hoelscher, Brooke House, Kelly House, Michelle Jaffe, Brandon McCuller, Macey McManus, Rachel McManus, Zachary Narro, Dillon Narro, Dillon Narro, Macey Narro, Macey Neskora, Joseph, Debra, Joshua and Jonathan Palla, Byron Perkkio, Alexia Popham, Ciara Popham, David Ree, Jeremy Sebesta, Chandler Siptak, Mark Siptak, Sarah SPJST Lodge 106 La Grange SPJST Lodge 177 Academy Steinman, Rose Steinman, Rose Suehs, Cameron Vahalik, Jonathan Vanek, Jamie Vanek, Jonathan Vrabel, Ronald, Melissa and Children —SPJST—

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Annuity Certification Class Set

From the Supreme Lodge Vice President

KJT and SPJST are teaming up as partners to conduct annuity certification classes for their sales agents. To comply with Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) regulations, we need all agents to take this certification class. It will be beneficial in the long run for all agents, both career and associate. The next class will be held at W.E. Hill Community Center, located at 1000 Main Street in Sealy, Texas 77474 on Saturday, November 6, 2010. Registration time is 9 a.m., and the class will start at 10 a.m. Lunch break is at 12:30 p.m. (meal included). The class will resume at 1 p.m. and conclude at 2:30 p.m.

Instructor is Janet M. Friesenhahn from Catholic Life. There is a $3 fee to cover course completion with TDI. No cash will be accepted; only a check or money order made payable to Catholic Life will be accepted. Please RSVP for this class no later than Wednesday, October 27 by contacting Lisa Mills in the SPJST Insurance Department. Her email address is lisam@spjst.com or call her at(800) 727-7578. Fraternally, Gene McBride Supreme Lodge Vice President —SPJST—

District News

District Four Fall Fun Day Oct. 23 in Midland

The District Four Fall Fun Day is Saturday, October 23, 2010, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mr. Gatti’s in Midland. Mr. Gatti’s is located at 614 West

Wadley Avenue. Please contact Lodge 230, Midland President Jimmy Slatton (432) 683-0812 for more information. We are looking forward to seeing District Four members at this event. Fraternally, Bobby Davis, FICF, CFFM District Four State Field Representative —SPJST—

District Three Fall 2010 Meeting Agenda Sunday, October 24, 2010 SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood 700 South Czech Hall Road • West, Texas

10 a.m.—Registration for Contests: Youth Christmas Ornament, Adult Christmas Ornament, and Adult Halloween Costume Complimentary pastry, juice and coffee provided by Lodge 6

10:30 a.m.—Youth Halloween Costume Contest/Awards and Youth Meeting

SPJST Veterans Day Tribute

The Vestnik will recognize veterans and those currently serving in the military who are SPJST members in the November 10 Vestnik. Veterans can be living or deceased. A photo of the veteran/current service member may also be included. Please print clearly. Thank You! Name of Veteran/Current Service Member: ______________________________________________________________ SPJST Lodge No./Name___________________________________________ Branch of Service: _____________________ Rank: ___________________ War, Conflict or Peacetime Service: ______________________________________________________________ Special Medals/Honors - Please check all that apply: ____ Medal of Honor, When? ____________________________________ Where? _______________________________________________________ ____ Purple Heart, When? _______________________________________ Where? _______________________________________________________ ____ Prisoner of War, When? ____________________________________ Where? _______________________________________________________ ____ Other? __________________ When? __________________________ Where? _______________________________________________________ The following will not be published, but please include in case of questions: Phone (_____) _____________Email Address:_______________________ Mail or email your information and photo by Wednesday, October 27, 2010, to: SPJST Veterans Tribute c/o Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 Email: melaniez@vvm.com • Fax: (254) 773-8087 (form only) Information/photos must be received by October 27 to be published. For mailed photos, please enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope to return your photo.

11 a.m. Adult Meeting Called to Order.....................District President Gordon Hubenak Posting of Colors ...............................................................................Flag Bearers Pledge of Allegiance.......................................................Flag Bearer Bracy Craig Youth Motto.........................................................Flag Bearer Zachary McManus Welcome ...................................................Milton Peterson, President of Lodge 6 Response/Recognition of Visitors.............First Vice President Sheri Humphreys Approval of Minutes ...................................................Secretary Sarah McManus Treasurer’s Report.........................................................Treasurer Mary Steinman Home Office Address..................Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride Site Selection for 2011 Spring and Fall Meetings and District YAD ....................................................President Gordon Hubenak Introduction of Contest Judges ..................................President Gordon Hubenak Adult Costume Contest/Awards Introduction of 2010 District Royalty .......................President Gordon Hubenak Prayer ...............................................................................District Three Royalty 12 Noon—Lunch Break Menu: Fried Chicken, Sausage, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Sauerkraut, Green Beans, Bread, Dessert, Tea and Coffee Donation of six canned goods per person entitles member to a meal at no charge, otherwise $7 per plate. No expired canned goods, please. 12:45 p.m.—Setup for Fun Day

1 p.m.—Bingo Every bingo card purchased at 50 cents per game will receive one ticket. Winner of each bingo game will receive 10 tickets on regular bingo games and larger number of tickets on “blackout” and other special games. Tickets can be placed in jars for drawing of special donated gift card or gift basket (each lodge is asked to make a donation of at least one gift card or gift basket). Proceeds from Fun Day will be donated to the District Three Youth Fund. Winners of the Christmas ornament contests will be announced between the fourth and fifth bingo games.

Attention Officers and Committee Representatives: Please submit your reports as written reports. Copies should be provided for membership. If you need the district to provide the copies of your report, please email them to Gordon Hubenak at ckhubenak@yahoo.com. Thanks for attending the meeting, and drive safely.

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Scenes from District One Fall Fun Day

Sunday, September 19, 2010 • SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor Hall Congratulations to the first place Christmas ornament contest winners. They are, left to right, Riley Green and Tyler Turskey, both of Lodge 9, Snook, and Maddy Rigler and Colby Havemann, both of Lodge 17, New Tabor. Ann Schoeneman of Lodge 9, Snook with her prizewinning needlework.

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Lodge 6 Cottonwood plans holiday activities

President Milton Peterson called the meeting to order on Friday, October 1, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. Sister Peggy Dobecka led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance and SPJST motto. Sister Georgie Soukup reported 22 members present. Sister Barbara Hykel read the minutes from the last meeting. Sister Peggy Dobecka gave the treasurer’s report and the youth report. She reminded everyone of Make a Difference Day on October 23 and the District Three Fall Meeting on October 24 in Cottonwood. There will be a Halloween costume contest for adults and youth. There will also be a Christmas ornament contest for adults and youth. Sister Evelyn Stuckly gave her FAC report. There will be an appreci-

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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

ation party on Sunday, November 14, beginning with a noon meal. Those who worked at the picnic or Westfest are encouraged to make plans to attend. Brother Jerry Kucera reported three new members. They are Sara Ann Mechell, Lori Smith, and Michael Bartosh. A sympathy card was sent to Nita Gerik and family. Socials will be on November 5 and 19 and December 3. The Christmas meeting and party will be December 5. There were no October birthdays. The progressive door prize winner for $5 was Gregory Holecek. Since he was not present, the prize will be $6 next time. Attendance door prize winners were Lydia Dobecka, Ernest Bezdek, and Pam Urbanovsky. Next Meeting—November 7 The next meeting will be November 7 with the election of officers. Everyone is asked to make plans now to attend the New Year’s Eve

Lodge 9, Snook Youth Participates in Little Miss Burleson County Contest

Lodge 9, Snook member Alexis Macik, age 4, participated in the Burleson County Little Miss contest held in September. Alexis is the daughter of Kirk and Sharyle Macik of Snook. The little miss contest was one of the county fair events and included 24 participants. For the contest, she sang the song “There is No One Just Like Me.” Congratulations to Alexis on a great job in the contest.

party at the hall. We have lots of fun, food, and games. Milton and Irene Peterson provided the meal at this month’s meeting. Fraternally, Dorothy Kucera, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 8, Weimar meets October 25

Lodge 8, Weimar will meet Monday, October 25, 2010, at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Hall. Since October is Czech Heritage Month, please remember to bring a favorite Czech dish for our meal. We will have a number of items to discuss, and we need your input on all of the matters to be discussed. Please be present. Remember Monday, October 25 at 7 p.m. JoAnn Jares, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 15 Buckholts proud of new fire station

President Douglas Williams called the meeting to order at 5 p.m. Guest Regina Peevey was asked to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silence in memory of departed members. All officers were present except Vice President Scott Brandon. Second Vice President Adolph Jurca sat in for him. We had 13 in attendance — nine members and four guests. The secretary and treasurer each gave their reports, and the reports were accepted as read. In old business, President Williams thanked Arthur Peevey for mowing the grass and spreading some gravel for us. We also want to thank President Williams for mowing the grass several times to cut down on expenses. Rentals have been down some here lately, but President Williams stated things look better for the upcoming months. On the Memorial Garden, they decided to make a few changes so it is not quite ready at this time. In new business, President Williams stated that he plans to put up a bulletin board to display old pictures

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and things of interest. We are in need of some tables to replace some damaged ones, and we want to get some additional plastic chairs. This has been an exciting week here in Buckholts seeing the very first fire station becoming a reality. It is such a spacious building — 4,000 square feet. Twenty-seven workers from around the state came and helped erect it. Volunteers from all around the community helped in so many ways. Delicious meals were provided each day for the workers, and refreshments were provided for everyone attending the dedication. Thanks to Mueller, Inc. and Bob Phillips with Texas Country Reporter. It was so exciting to see the Texas Country Reporter van in our little town and to meet Bob Phillips of the Texas Country Reporter in person after watching him on television for so many years. In fact, this is his 37th year. The nice fire trucks were in the parade as in neighboring towns which

Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes new member

Cole Mikulas is holding his new sister Camryn Leigh. Camryn was born August 24, 2010. She weighed seven pounds, four ounces and was 19 inches long. Parents of Cole and Camryn are Chad and Heather Mikulas of Temple. Grandparents are SPJST Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas and wife Betty of Temple, Cindy and Michael Stary of Temple, and Butch and Paula Riggan of Temple. Cole and Camryn are members of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. —SPJST—

Cole and Camryn Mikulas

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presented our fire department with many nice useful gifts as well. On display was Buckholt’s very first fire truck built by the Gresek brothers. It was built from an old school bus chassis and an old fuel tank in 1946 — 64 years ago. It was openair no cab. We give thanks to Frank Tomascik and family for all their work involved in loading up this old fire truck and displaying it at the dedication. Thanks to Tri Co Propane for furnishing the long flatbed truck on which to display the truck. The fire truck had not been moved since it was placed on Frank’s property in 1973 — 37 years ago — so the wheels were imbedded in the ground, and trees had grown up all around it. It was quite a job to get it loaded up. Most of the firemen from back then are deceased except August Marek, Robert Holder, and Frank Tomascik. Frank tells the story that when they were putting out a fire along the railroad track. Felix Marek was driving, and Frank was applying the water when all of a sudden, the fire truck got over-balanced on the downward slope, and Felix jumped from the truck. The fire truck completely turned over and ended back up on its wheels! Though the truck had no cab, it was a blessing that Felix could jump off, and that Frank was not injured. We are so thankful for our firemen. What would we do without them? The entire 30-minute show on the Texas Country Reporter will cover the whole event which will be on television on Thanksgiving weekend so watch for it. President Williams brought us upto-date on upcoming SPJST events. The SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive began October 1. Sandie Fischer made the motion that we contribute as usual, seconded by Virginia Williams. Motion carried.

Next Meeting—November 8 We continue to miss Willie and Adeline Kohutek, and surely hope that they will be able to return home soon. We are so thankful to hear that Jerry Haisler is able to be home. We continue to remember all these folks in our daily prayers. We missed some of our old faithful members—Lillie Zajicek, Charlsie Svetlik, and Martha Glaser. We hope that they will be back with us at the next meeting which will be held on November 8 at 5 p.m. We hope that you can be there, too. Mary Helen Rodriguez made the motion that we adjourn, seconded by

Lodge 48, Beyersville couple celebrates anniversary

Frank Tomascik. Motion carried. Door prizes were awarded, and a delicious meal served. Respectfully yours, Dorothy Tomascik, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton plans Oct. 30 Czech heritage dance

Dear Vestnik Readers, October is Czech Heritage Month in Texas. In celebration, the lodge will be giving away kolaches as door prizes at the Saturday, October 30 dance with music by the Red Ravens. We invite everyone to the dance at Star Hall. There are not a lot of places

Happy 46th anniversary to Lodge 48, Beyersville members Bobby and Ruth Ann Wuensche! They were recognized at the lodge’s October meeting. They were married October 3, 1964. Ruth Ann will also celebrate her birthday on October 21.

in the area that still have dances. We are very proud to have one on October 30. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the band starting at 7 p.m. and playing until 11 p.m. The youth club opens the kitchen at every dance. Come on out to enjoy a hamburger, good dancing, and the chance to win some good tasting kolaches. Members are asked to bring kolaches for the giveaway prior to the dance. We look forward to seeing you at the dance to celebrate Czech heritage! Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 48 Beyersville reports on October meeting

Bobby Wuensche opened the October 10, 2010, meeting of Lodge 48, Beyersville with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silence in respect for deceased lodge members Billy Shiller and Linda Stalmach. The minutes were read and approved. The hall manager reported seven rental events from September 5 to October 3. Vice President Larry Beran continued the meeting with the FAC report. October is Czech Heritage Month in Texas. Entry forms for Fraternalist of the Year must be submitted by December 17. The property committee reported that additions and renovations on the building were almost completed. Upcoming events are the election of officers on November 14; the Denisse Wuensche Endowed Scholarship Fundraiser on November 20; annual Christmas party on December 12; and Lodge 48 appreciation dinner on January 15. Ruth Ann Wuensche celebrated her birthday in September, and Bobby and Ruth celebrated their anniversary in October Next Meeting—November 14 The next meeting will be on November 14, and the hostesses for the meeting will be Bonnie Wolf and Donna Machac. Fraternally, Alice Bracewell, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 133, San Antonio Members Recognized

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 133, San Antonio members Emil and Grace Rohan celebrated their wedding anniversary on August 11, 2010. The members wish to extend to them their most sincere congratulations. RIGHT

PHOTO: Lodge 133, San Antonio Vice President Kelsey Trinidad celebrated her 21st birthday in August. She celebrated with son Aiden who is two years old. Happy birthday!

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Lodge 48 Beyersville to host Denisse Wuensche fundraiser

A fundraiser is set for Saturday, November 20, 2010, at SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville, located at FM 619 and CR 448, for the Denisse Wuensche Scholarship Fund. Fried catfish and all the trimmings will be served for $8 per plate. The meal will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. Dine in or drive-through to-go plates will be available. Desserts will be available for donation. An ol’ fashioned turkey shoot is also planned beginning at 2 p.m. Bring your shotguns! Shells will be provided. The cost will be $4 per round (15 rounds). Two money rounds and one jackpot round will be held. Prizes will be from Slovacek

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Meat Company. Silent auction starts at 2 p.m., and the live auction begins at 4 p.m. All funds collected will go towards establishing a scholarship in the name of Denisse Wuensche, a lifelong member of SPJST who lost her battle to cancer last fall. She devoted the majority of her life to SPJST and the youth club of Lodge 48, Beyersville. —SPJST—

Lodge 87, Temple reports on September meeting

The September 2010 meeting of SPJST Lodge 87, Temple was called to order by President John Troy. Joe Camp offered a blessing for the

meal. A business meeting followed. The Pledge of Allegiance was repeated following a brief moment of silence for departed members. Secretary Diane Troy read the minutes of the August meeting. Daryl Entrop made a motion that they be approved, and Joe Camp seconded the motion which carried. Treasurer’s report was given by Daryl Entrop. Daryl made a motion that this be approved, and this was seconded by Mary Ann Zatopek. Motion carried. Youth Leader Jennifer Davidson gave a report of the activities of the youth club. Lodge 87, Temple youth won first place at State YAD for their youth club poster which is now on display at the SPJST Home Office. On Labor Day, the youth club went to Six Flags. A trip to San Antonio is planned for October. For their charity project, the group did yard work for Jennifer’s mother who was in need of help. Also,

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they had hot dogs as part of this quarterly event. For the event at the CAC the following Saturday, the youth will be selling nachos, Cokes, and water. Lodge 87 will help fund this project. For Moody’s homecoming, the youth are planning a float. They are also participating in Core Challenge at Lions Park. A drawing was held for $75 which was not won so in October, the drawing will be for $100. The meeting adjourned. Fraternally, Diane Troy, Secretary —SPJST—

Dallas Krouzek Celebrates Oktoberfest and Heritage

LEFT PHOTO: Krouzek Treasurer Jerry Becan brought her family’s antique, beautiful, handmade, framed and embroidered Czech sayings. PHOTO 2: Krouzek Corresponding Secretary Evelyn Trojacek shows off her European costume. PHOTO 3: This close-up of one of

Ruth Chmelar’s kroje shows off its intricate beauty. PHOTO 4: Ruth Chmelar brought her Czech doll and the many pieces of its two beautiful kroje. RIGHT PHOTO: Ruth Chmelar with her Czech kroje and doll.

LEFT PHOTO: Evelyn Cechan shows members three old pictures from the 20s, 40s, and 80s — each showing a large group of Czech women from the Dallas area wearing their kroje at the State Fair of Texas. The 1928 picture is the first time the women did this and includes Evelyn’s mother-in-law in the group of about 30 women. CENTER PHOTO: For this October meeting, hostesses Flo Mikulec and Ruth Chmelar over-

see the German-Czech sauerkraut, red cabbage, potato, green beans, and strudel and poppyseed cake dessert, etc. dishes brought by the members to accompany the klobase. RIGHT PHOTO: The day’s decorations were Oktoberfest-themed, and we even listened to Czech music furnished by Bessie Tydlaska playing in the background while we enjoyed our meal.

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Lodge 88, Houston Czech Day this Sunday

Plans are underway for the 45th Annual Czech Day celebration slated for this Sunday, October 24, 2010, at Lodge 88, Houston, located at 1435 Beall Street in Houston, Texas. This celebration is in connection with October which is Czech Heritage Month in Texas. This is one of the most important celebrations for Czech descendants to commemorate their heritage and celebrate with family and friends. Members and guests of all ages will enjoy, not only a fun day but an educational day as well. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. consisting of delicious turkey and dressing, sweet potatoes, sauerkraut, and green beans, priced at $7 for adults and $4 for children. Later in the afternoon, sausageon-a-stick will be available for $3. The youth club will sell its tasty homemade ice cream, and the Birthday Club Sisters will sell their famous

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Czech pastries. This year, in addition to the pastry booth, the Birthday Club Sisters will give away a handmade quilt. The SPJST Orchestra and Choral Group will present its program of good ol’ Czech songs for your enjoyment from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. We will again feature a vendor area showcasing interesting crafts and other homemade items from area merchants as well as educational information for Czech descendants. The program will begin at 1 p.m. with a proclamation from the City of Houston mayor’s office and other entertainment. Please be sure to wear your colorful Czech costumes for the annual Mr. and Ms. Czech Day 2010 contest. Also, all previously crowned kings and queens are encouraged to come and be recognized during the program. The late afternoon entertainment will consist of a dance in the beautiful Chandelier Ballroom from 2:30 until 6:30 p.m. The wonderful Mark Halata and Texavia band will be playing polkas and variety music. Price for the dance will be $8 per person.

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Be sure to mark this Sunday, October 24 as a “must attend” Czech Day at Lodge 88! For more information on the day’s activities or for booth rental information, please call Lodge 88 office (713) 869-5767 or visit our website www.lodge88.org. Fraternally, Jo Ann Buri Second Vice President —SPJST—

Lodge 133 San Antonio sets Thanksgiving luncheon

Lodge 133, San Antonio will have its annual Thanksgiving luncheon one week earlier. It will be on Sunday, November 14, 2010, at 12:30 p.m. at Good Shepherd Activity Center, located at 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio. The lodge will cater a turkey dinner with the trimmings.

We hope to see you there. If you have questions, please call (830) 2145228. Fraternally, Jarolyn Popp, President —SPJST

Lodge 182 Falls County members enjoy summer meeting

Dear Readers, Lodge 182, Falls County had a great summer. In July, everyone met at Lions Park in Waco to play putt-putt golf. It was a beautiful, sunny day, and we broke up in groups of three to four people and played putt-putt. Then, we had our meeting under the shade trees on picnic tables there at the putt-putt area. A good time and fellowship was had by all! Respectfully submitted, DeAnn Beckendorf Reporter —SPJST—

Dallas Krouzek Celebrates Oktoberfest and Heritage LEFT PHOTO: Dallas Krouzek’s Birthday Chairman Bessie Tydlaska, left, acknowledges Bertha Podhrasky as October’s Birthday Queen, and members sang “Happy Birthday” to her and all the rest of the October birthday members.

RIGHT PHOTO: Ann Hoefler wore her pretty German attire.

FAR RIGHT PHOTO: Carole Faraizl got to show off the German apron she bought during her 2002 Czech Republic tour while she was in Berchtesgaden, Germany.

LEFT PHOTO: The Oktoberfest theme for this month’s Krouzek meeting meant members brought German and Czech items for show and tell. Bertha Podhrasky brought pictures of her and her mother’s kroje. PHOTO 2: Bessie Tydlaska brought her Czech doll. PHOTO 3: President Deanna Houpy shows off the scarf with the stylized Praha

1948 XI Sokol Slet logos, along with a kroj book, a doll, and jewelry. RIGHT PHOTO: Carole Faraizl also brought her tiny Czech dolls that she bought on her 2002 tour of the Czech Republic at the Uhersky Brod doll factory and later used atop her 40th wedding anniversary cake.

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Lodge 183 Arlington reports on October meeting

The monthly meeting was held and called to order at 7:15 p.m. on Monday, October 11, 2010, at Lodge 183, hall, located at 3100 Pleasant Valley Drive in Arlington, Texas. Roll call of officers was taken, and all were present except Treasurer Annette Cepak, with an excused absence. Present were President Ann Pustejovsky, First Vice President Ella Mikeska, Second Vice President Dorothy Adamek, Financial Secretary Angeline Stiborek, Secretary/Reporter Darlene Hollingsworth, FAC Debra Daniel, Youth Leader Kay Weeks, and Trustees Rita Mardis, Randy Adamek, and Raymond Mikeska. Our thoughts and prayers go to the families of Kenneth Cepak, husband of Annette Cepak, and Frances Posednik. Kenneth and Frances passed away recently. Also, Jerry Mikus has been sent to the hospital for chest pains. Thoughts and prayers also go out to Rudy Rejcek, Katelyn Daniel, Janie and Rudy Rejcek’s daughter Sandra, and Robert and Pat Sill’s daughter Kelly. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a prayer of silence was observed for all those who are ill or who have recently been in the hospital. Minutes from last month’s meeting were read by Secretary/Reporter Darlene Hollingsworth. All approved the minutes from the previous meeting. President Ann Pustejovsky gave the bar report. Ann stated that we had 13 bingo nights and one rental in September. Ann stated that bingo is doing very well. Ann gave the bingo report. Angeline Stiborek gave the insurance report and stated that in July, there were eight terminations and one reinstatement; August had one new member and four terminations; and September had two new members and four terminations. New members are Madeleine Olivia Moore, Christy G. Haggard, and George M. Haggard. Reinstated is Latorian J. Reeves. Daniel Roznovsky made a motion to approve the new members, and Janie Rejcek seconded. All voted and agreed to the new members. Debra Daniel gave the FAC report. Debra stated that Make a Difference Day is scheduled October 23. Czech Feszt is scheduled October 23 at Santa Fe Gardens in Temple, Texas. Debra

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stated that on November 5, an observance will be held in Fort Hood. More details to follow in the Vestnik. The awards banquet is scheduled for January 29, 2011, at the Mayborn Convention Center in Temple, Texas. Debra also stated to remember to sign the volunteer book for your volunteer hours. Kay Weeks gave the youth club report. Kay stated that the District Three Fall Meeting/Fun Day is scheduled at Lodge 6, Cottonwood. There will be a Christmas ornament contest for the youth and possibly adults, too! Come and enjoy the fun! The upcoming youth club meeting is scheduled at the Ronald McDonald House in Dallas. The Christmas party is scheduled December 4 at the lodge hall. The Arlington Holiday Lights parade is scheduled for Saturday, December 11. The SPJST Float will participate in the Holiday Lights parade. Kay also stated that if anyone has any graduating seniors to let her know so she can provide you with the scholarship forms. There was nothing to report from the trustees.

Old Business President Ann Pustejovsky stated the faucets have been replaced and a thank you to Raymond and Ella Mikeska, and thanks to Randy Adamek for fixing the back door! The paint contractor is scheduled to start painting the lodge November 3 to 5 and will finish on November 6. The lodge will be closed for bingo on Thursday, November 4. Ann stated that Make a Difference Day is scheduled October 23. Ann stated that we will need volunteers to move everything for the painter, and the hedges will need to be cleaned up in front of the building. Everyone is to meet at 9 a.m. at the lodge to help. District Three Fall Meeting is scheduled at Lodge 6, Cottonwood on October 24. The lodge will provide baskets to give away. All proceeds will go to the youth club. Fried chicken will be served. Everyone come and enjoy the fun!

New Business President Ann Pustejovsky stated the Christmas party is scheduled December 4 at the lodge. Chicken fried steak will be served along with other delicious sides. The party starts at 6 p.m., and dinner will be served at 7 p.m. Ann stated that there will not be family night for the months of October (due to District Three Fall Meeting), November (due to Thanksgiving), and December (due to

the Christmas party). The next family night will be January 2011. Also, starting in 2011, family night will be held every other month. The Arlington Stars Challenge will use the lodge for its meeting December 4 for two to three hours. Ann announced that Kay Weeks, Debra Daniel, and Pat Sill have been appointed to the nomination committee for the new officers for 2011. The new officers will be announced at November’s meeting. The nominating committee will also choose the Fraternalist of the Year. Ann announced our speaker, Johnnie Krizan of District Three. Johnnie stated that the District Three meeting is scheduled October 24 at Lodge 6, Cottonwood. There will be a one-hour meeting with awards, and the meal provided will be fried chicken. All proceeds will go to the district youth fund. A silent auction will also be provided. Come out and give your support! Johnnie also stated that if any of us have questions, please feel free to ask. He is here to help. Johnnie stated that there will be several lodges that will participate in meetings which will provide information such as financial, college, retirement, education of our lodge, life insurance, etc. This information will be a benefit for the community. Ann stated we will table this discussion for the November meeting. Ann thanked Johnnie for coming and providing our lodge with valuable information. Birthdays for the month of October are Kenneth Stafford (October 2), Brittney Higgins (October 7), Debra Daniel (October 8), Chelsea Reed (October 16), Gene Havran (October 24), and Darlene Hollingsworth (October 27). We celebrated the birthdays with a delicious white cake bought by Ann. Happy birthday to all of you! Thank you, Ann, for the delicious cake. Raffle was drawn, and $25 was won by Kay Weeks. Congratulations! Other prizes were donated by Johnnie Krizan. Thank you, Johnnie. Congratulations to all the winners. Randy Adamek made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 9 p.m. Rita Mardis seconded the motion. All were in favor. Next Meeting—November 8 Next meeting is November 8, the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. Respectfully submitted, Darlene Hollingsworth Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—

Fifth Circuit Upholds Texas Pledge of Allegiance

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AUSTIN – The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit ruled on October 13, 2010, that the Texas Pledge of Allegiance is constitutional. The federal court’s decision rejected an appeal filed by a Dallas couple, who unsuccessfully argued that the State’s Pledge violated the First Amendment’s Establishment Clause. “Today a federal appeals court rejected a challenge to the Texas Pledge of Allegiance and found that it is constitutional for the State to acknowledge religious faith,” Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott said. “This ruling marks not only a second consecutive victory for the State pledge, but also a victory for all Texans’ constitutionally protected rights and freedoms.” The words “under God” were added to the Texas Pledge of Allegiance in 2007. That year, the plaintiffs filed a lawsuit challenging the phrase’s constitutionality and sought an injunction banning its use. In the district court, the State successfully argued that reciting the Texas Pledge is a patriotic exercise – and is protected by the constitutionally guaranteed right to freedom of religion. The federal district court issued a decision rejecting the plaintiffs’ challenge in 2009, and the plaintiffs appealed their loss to the Fifth Circuit. In the October 13 ruling, the Fifth Circuit affirmed the lower court’s decision, ruling that the Texas Pledge “. . . is a patriotic exercise, and it is made no less so by the acknowledgement of Texas’s religious heritage via the inclusion of the phrase ‘under God.’” The appeals court also denied the plaintiffs’ argument that the Texas Pledge endorses a particular religious belief. Rather, the ruling acknowledged: “A pledge can constitutionally acknowledge the existence of, and even value, a religious belief without impermissibly favoring that value or belief, without advancing belief over non-belief, and without coercing participation in a religious exercise. Texas’s pledge is of this sort and consequently survives this challenge.” The Texas Pledge of Allegiance reads: “Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible.” —SPJST—

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ʻTis the Season to Help Hungry Pets and Their Owners

(NewsUSA) - During a tough economic climate, it can be a stressful time for many homebound seniors, if not for their pets. Many seniors, when strapped for resources, choose to feed their pets instead of themselves. This means neither the pet owner nor the pet get the nutrition they need to stay healthy. To keep both pets and their owners fed, Banfield Pet Hospital and the Banfield Charitable Trust (BCT) partnered with the Meals on Wheels Association of America (MOWAA), which provides home-delivered meals to people in need, to create a pet-feeding program called Season of Suppers, which is now in its fifth year. As part of the program, more than 760 Banfield locations are collecting pet food and monetary donations during November and December to help homebound seniors feed their pets. Despite the current economy, the BCT hopes to collect 40 tons of pet food and raise $100,000 to fund pet food distribution programs, which is an increase from last year. Season of Suppers does more than provide meals. The funds it raises each year help sustain and expand pet-feeding programs throughout the country. As a direct result of the Season of Suppers campaign, more than 100 petfeeding programs have been funded or received much-needed support. Season of Suppers runs from November 1 until December 31. There are three ways to help feed hungry pets this year:

1. Purchase pet food and place it in the Season of Suppers donation bin in any Banfield Pet Hospital (located inside PetSmart). The BCT suggests items that are easy to transport, such as small bags and cans.

2. Donate money at any Banfield Pet Hospital in the Season of Suppers donation box. To find your nearest Banfield location, visit www.banfield.net

3. Contribute online by visiting www.BCTSOS.org and clicking the “donate now” button. Your donation of $30 will help feed one pet for an entire month. —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 prior to the reunion date and as space permits, notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Please include your SPJST lodge name/number and your contact phone number. Thank you! October 23 Descendants of Jan and Anna (Svajda) Repa—at St. Ambrose Fellowship Hall in Wall. For information, contact Cindy Simcik Martin (325) 651-8788. Submitted by Cindy Martin, Lodge 160, San Angelo. October 24 Descendants of F.J. Spacek I (Fayetteville), Jan Spacek (Warrenton), and Josef Spacek (La Grange)—at SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville. For information, call (512) 259-6625; or (713) 688-3932. Submitted by Kaye Walla, Lodge 1, Fayetteville. October 24 Orsak family—at the Civic Center (Expansion Room), north of El Campo, Texas. For information, contact Lorraine Kana (979) 543-2118; Willie Mae Cihal (361) 771-2658; Viola Kunetka (979) 648-2129; or Clarence Junek in Snook, Texas. Submitted by Lorraine Kana, Lodge 40, El CampoHillje

October 24 Descendants of Vinc, Felix, Sevrin, Emilie, and Anna Pavlas—at St. Maryʼs Praha Hall. For questions, contact Daniel Pavlas via email pavl@consolidated.net; or phone (979) 793-3387. Submitted by Mary Triska, Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje

November 27 Descendants of Joseph and Marie (Krema) Macik—at SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood Hall. For information, visit www.macikreunion.com; write via email Toni Akers toniakers@swbell.net; or call (214) 3213014. Submitted by Toni Akers, Lodge 130, Dallas —SPJST—

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Scenes from Heritage Festival at the State Fair of Texas Sunday, October 10, 2010 • African American Museum in Dallas, Texas

LEFT PHOTO: Elisabeth, Steve, Scott, and Anne Cowan, all of Lodge 84, Dallas. CENTER PHOTO: At the SPJST booth are, left to right, State King Sam Vanicek, Joan Vanicek, Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, State Youth Director John Hoelscher, and Lisa Hoelscher. RIGHT PHOTO: All Czechs. All kin. All from Lodge 84, Dallas. Carole Nemec Faraizl, far right, with, from left, daughter Renee Faraizl Oberle, cousin Laura Mahdak

Gosnell, granddaughter Nicole Oberle, daughter Mandy Faraizl, and sister Liz Nemec Opiela. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 84 members Ben Jarma, left, and George Reznik. PHOTO 2: Ray Faraizl of Lodge 84 and Rose Steinman of Lodge 154, Fort Worth hold the Czech flag during opening ceremonies. PHOTO 3: Ida Schulz sings the National Anthem. RIGHT PHOTO: Sheri and Emily Humphreys, both of Lodge 154.

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 92, Fort Worth members enjoy the State Fair. CENTER PHOTO: Left to right are Horace and Margie Hargrove with Zachary, Rachel, and Sarah McManus. RIGHT PHOTO: Bessie Petr, far right, with daughter Lynda Novak and granddaughter Jamie Lyn Novak. BELOW

PHOTOS: Left to right are Mary Ann and Daniel Roznovsky, both of Lodge 183, Arlington; Bob and Sadie Liska, both of Lodge 84, Dallas; Janice and District One Director Donnie Victorick, both of Lodge 9, Snook; and Evelyn Cechan and Evelyn Trojacek, both of Lodge 84, Dallas.

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LEFT PHOTO: Performing are, left to right, Byron Palla of Lodge 29, Taylor; Michael Snapka; and Bobby Adamcik of Lodge 84, Dallas. CENTER PHOTO: Front, left to right, Adolph Provazek of Lodge 84, Dallas; David Slovak of Lodge 25, Ennis; and Laddie Gajdica and Raymond Dlabaj, both of Lodge 84, Dallas. In back on drums is Josef Slovak of Lodge 25, Ennis and on tuba is James Macik of Lodge 66,

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Waco. Not pictured is drummer Zeke Martinez. RIGHT PHOTOS: Left to right are Carolyn Nemec and daughter Margaret Nemec Holub; Barbara Mahdak of Lodge 84, Dallas who was working at the Grand Avenue Gate ticket booth; and Carolyn Nemec with niece Mary Nemec Dees, president of the Dallas Czech Orchestra and one of the 30-plus musicians.

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a poet i just wannabe— style may lack but not quantity. This poem’s marked down I tried but failed started to write but to no avail— Leftover ideas turned out to be stale consequently this clearance sale! a picture's worth a thousand words but words can equally disturb revolutions have been stirred by men who knew the weight of words.

They come at night by the light of the moon and in the half-light creep across the room Carrying their tools of torture along a bag of tricks for the woebegone

Then shake you from sleep and smilingly say how are we feeling are we having a good day? Then roll you over suck out some blood they'd take all you had if they thought they could

And when the torture’s complete they’ve done all they can do they feel much better much better than you And off they fly their time expired when vampires get hungry they’ll be back in two hours. —SPJST—

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Czech Feszt This Saturday, October 23 in Temple

Put on your dancing shoes, and get ready to eat lots of great Czech sausage and pastries and to have tons of fun because Czech Feszt is just around the corner! The 2010 Czech Feszt will be held on Saturday, October 23 at Fred Springer Park (formerly the Santa Fe Gardens) and the Community Market located on Avenue B between Main Street and the Santa Fe Depot. The hours will be from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. As an added bonus, beginning at 1 p.m., there will be “Bingo, Bingo, Bingo” in the Santa Fe Depot. This is the fourth year of celebrating the rich heritage of the Czech culture in Central Texas. Polka music and dancing will be non-stop during the day, and there will be many homespun activities for children and families. Also, this year will be the third year of including a car show during the event. Temple’s Cruzin’ Classics promises to be exciting and a lot of fun. On the First Street stage, Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six will begin the day with their popular standard polkas. At 1 p.m., The Praha Brothers will delight crowds with more modern versions of polka music, and Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five will take the stage at 4 p.m. to entertain with a cross between country western and traditional Czech music. Beginning at 7 p.m., Jak Se Do from Ennis, a recent addition to the repertoire of Czech Feszt, brings a new sound to Central Texas with a combination of country western, waltz, and traditional and modern polka music. The Gazebo Stage will feature Dr. Mike Middleton, champion accordionist; beseda dancers; a kolache eating contest; and the Mr. and Miss Czech Feszt Pageant. Celebrity judges will be judging the eating contest and the pageant. The children will be thrilled with the return of the festival favorite, the pig scramble. This year’s festival will include a pig catching contest between adults. There will also be a petting zoo, pony rides, and inflatables. Drobounky, the clown, is returning and will be making balloon animals and posing for pictures. The Railroad and Heritage Museum will host barrel train rides and hand carts. Returning this year by popular demand is the Scarecrow Patch. The Parks and Leisure Services Tourism Department is sponsoring Cruisin’ Classics Car Show. Categories include American production stock cars, American muscle stock,

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Pictured are contestants of the 2009 Czech Feszt pageant. The 2010 Czech Feszt pageant will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the gazebo stage next to the Santa Fe Depot on Saturday, October 23 during the Fourth Annual Czech Feszt in Temple.

classic sports/pony cars, modified customs, foreign cars, and trucks. Several vendors will be providing scrumptious foods, unique arts and crafts, and great gift items. Czech Feszt helps support the Czech HerMusic Stage 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1 to 4 p.m. 4 to 7 p.m. 7 to 10 p.m. Gazebo Stage 10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m. 12 noon 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 3 p.m.

itage Museum and Genealogy Center. For more information on the festival and/or registration forms, please go to www.czechmuseum.org or call the museum (254) 899-2935. —SPJST—

Schedule of Events

Fritz Hodde and The Fabulous Six Praha Brothers Jerry Haisler & The Melody Five Jak Se Do

Pageant and Kolache Eating Registration Miss Czech Feszt 2010 Pageant Kolache Eating Contest Parade of Costumes Beseda Dancers Mike Middleton on Accordion Beseda Dancers

Temple Cruisin’ Classic Car Show 8 to 10 a.m. Car Show Registration 11 a.m. Car Show Judging 4 p.m. Awards (Visitor Center) Kids’ Area 1 p.m.

Santa Fe Depot 1 p.m. Kids’ Fun

Pig Scramble Registration Bingo! Bingo! Bingo!

Face Painting • Hand Cars • Barrel Train Rides Inflatables • Pony Rides • Petting Zoo

Demonstrations

Quilting • Lace Making • Sauerkraut Making Noodle Making • Pottery • Wood Turning

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SPJST Financial University

Important Tax and Retirement Planning Deadlines for 2010 By James L. Lee, III, CPA

This article focuses on a number of fast approaching tax filing and document execution deadlines. It is not too early to begin thinking about these and other year-end tax and retirement planning opportunities as you prepare for James L. Lee, III year-end. November 2, 2010 – Deadline To Establish A SIMPLE IRA Plan Effective 1/1/2010. An employer may adopt a SIMPLE IRA plan to become effective January 1, 2010, provided the employer will not maintain any Qualified Retirement Plan (QRP) for 2010. A 457 plan is not treated as a QRP for purposes of denying SIMPLE IRA contributions. Note: beginning 2002, salary deferral contributions made to an eligible 457(b) plan no longer reduces the amount an employee may defer to a SIMPLE IRA. November 2, 2010 – Deadline For Providing SIMPLE IRA Required Notices (Including Notification Of Plan Termination). Employers sponsoring a SIMPLE IRA plan must provide each eligible employee with two required notices 60 days prior to the start of the 2010 plan year. First, employers must provide eligible employees with either (1) a Summary Plan Description (SPD) for the plan, or (2) a copy of the IRS Form 5304-Simple or 5305-Simple (whichever is applicable). Second, employers are also required to notify each eligible employee that the employee may make or change salary reduction elections during this 60-day period, the “election period.” Such elections or changes will become effective on January 1, 2010. Employers terminating a SIMPLE IRA effective December 31, 2010 must include notification of the termination. December 1, 2010 – Deadline For Notification Of Switch From Regular 401(k) Or Profit Sharing Plan To A Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan. Employers that have amended their existing 401(k) or PSPs to include a safe-harbor 401(k) provision effective 2010 must provide written notice to each eligible employee between 30 and 90 days prior to the start of the 2010 plan year. The written notice must (1) explain their rights and obligations under the plan, (2) be accurate and comprehensive, and (3) be written

in a manner calculated to be understood by the average employee eligible to participate in the plan. Notification that each eligible employee may make, or change, a salary reduction election that will become effective on January 1, 2011. December 15, 2010 – Last Day to Initiate A 2010 Termination Of A Money Purchase Pension Plan Or (2) Reduction Of Future Plan Year Benefit Accruals To Zero. Beginning 2002, Economic Growth & Tax Relief Reconciliation Act (EGTRRA) increased the deduction limit for Profit Sharing Plans (PSPs) from 15% to 25% of eligible compensation. Because of the new limits, employers will no longer need their existing Money Purchase Pension plans (MPPs) to maximize contributions. Therefore, many employers will either (1) terminate existing MPPs, or (2) change the plan document to cease benefit accruals. ERISA requires employers that are terminating a MPP, or changing it to cease benefit accruals, to provide written notice to all eligible participants at least 15 days prior to the effective date of the termination or change. December 31, 2010 is the last day to effectively terminate or merge a MPP prior to the beginning of the 2011 tax year. Therefore, the employer must provide the written notice on or before December 15, 2010. December 31, 2010 – Last Day To Execute Documents To Adopt A Qualified Retirement Plan (other than a Safe-Harbor 401(k)) For 2010. December 31 is the last day an employer may execute document to establish a Qualified Retirement Plan for 2010 to be effective any date between January 1st and December 31st, provided the employer did not previously maintain a Simple IRA plan for 2010. Employers whose corporate entity came into being after January 1 should use an effective date coinciding with or following the corporation’s inception date. 401(k) plan notes: A participant may only defer compensation earned after a salary deferral form has been completed and signed. New Safe-Harbor 401(k)s must be established by October 1st, see above. December 31, 2010 – Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Deadline. Taxpayers taking their second and following RMDs, from a QRP or IRA, must take distribution of their 2010

RMD on or before December 31, 2010. Taxpayers reaching age 70½ during 2010 may delay taking their 2010 RMD, the initial RMD, until April 1, 2011. Taxpayers electing to delay distribution of their first RMD will then take two distributions in 2011: the 2010 RMD by April 1, 2011 and the 2011 RMD by December 31, 2011. For more information on these and

other year-end tax and financial planning opportunities, please consult with your Financial Advisor or CPA. This material was prepared by Raymond James for use by James L Lee, III, CPA, Wealth Advisor of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. —SPJST—

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 sister, JOYCE WELLS CALFEE, 63, of Rogers who passed away October 3, 2010, in Temple. Visitation was from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 6 at the funeral home. Funeral service was at 2 p.m., Thursday, October 7 at HarperTalasek Funeral Home in Temple Joyce Calfee with Reverend Tom Popelka, III officiating. Burial followed in Oenaville Cemetery. Mrs. Calfee was born November 30, 1946, to Frank and Dorothy Hagan Vanecek in Temple. She married Harbert “Tim” Wells who preceded her in death. On July 21, 1990, she married John Calfee. Mrs. Calfee was a member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. Mrs. Calfee had lived in the Central Texas area all of her life. She was of the Brethren faith. She was a self-employed hairdresser for over 43 years. She is survived by husband John Calfee of Rogers; son Tim Wells of Palacios; stepdaughter Melissa Sparks of New Market, Tennessee; brother Frank Vanecek of Temple; sister Frances Ewing of Temple; and six grandchildren. Harper-Talasek Funeral Home in Temple was in charge of arrangements. Resolution Committee Ruth Kohutek Joyce Skrabanek LaVerne Vanicek —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy

We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge Pokrok, No. 84, Dallas, Texas, and on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family and friends of our departed brother, GEORGE WILLIAM (BILLY) KETTREY, JR. Billy was born August 8, 1960, the son of George William Kettrey, Sr. and Millie Kutil. He was raised in Dallas and was currently employed at Lone Star Race Track in Grand Prairie. Billy had been a longtime employee of Coinmach Corp. Billy was always helping others and had a great love of family and friends. He annually assisted at the Czech Fest with the pastry booth and in years past, he was security guard at the annual Harvest Dance. He always enjoyed music either by dancing or playing his accordion. Billy was preceded in death by his parents; and daughter Marie Kettrey. Survivors include his wife of 11 years, Claudia Delgado Kettrey; daughter Dalila Kettrey; son Aiden Kettrey; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, stepbrothers and stepsisters. Rosary and prayer service was held at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 5, 2010, at Guerrero-Dean Funeral Home. Graveside service then followed at 11:30 a.m. at Grand Prairie Memorial Gardens. May our departed brother rest in peace. Resolution Committee Cheryl Petr Justine Marie Yeager —SPJST—

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Tips for a healthy Halloween

(StatePoint) Halloween ghouls may give kids a fright, but the buckets and bags of candy that come home can be equally scary for parents. With the abundance of sweet treats consumed on Halloween, not to mention the Thanksgiving pies and holiday cookies to come, now is the perfect time to teach your kids healthy habits, such as nutritious eating and good oral hygiene. Here are some ideas for keeping things healthy while still having fun: Candy Common Sense Consider offering alternatives to candy on Halloween. Stickers, removable tattoos or bottles of bubbles will be a refreshing change for kids of all ages. Toys like jump ropes, hacky sacks or sidewalk chalk for hopscotch will encourage kids to be active while still having fun. Of course, you won’t be able to avoid candy completely. Let your kids indulge now and then. Enjoying treats in moderation will help your kids learn to savor the moment.

The Unsweet Tooth Half of all American kids will have a cavity by age 10. The good news is that you can play a role in teaching your kids healthy oral care habits from an early age. Be a role model with your own oral health by brushing and flossing every day and encourage your kids to practice along with you. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests parents supervise children under seven. Making brushing fun can encourage interdependence so kids become accustomed to their daily routines. Power toothbrushes, which typically remove more plaque than manual ones, can assist parents in teaching

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Email: melaniez@vvm.com

Questions? Call (800) 727-7578

healthy brushing habits. Consider trying a toothbrush like the Philips Sonicare For Kids. It’s simple to use and designed with two gripping locations so you can help your child brush. It also has a “KidTimer” to help children reach the dentist-recommended twominute brushing time and musical tones indicating when it’s time to

move to a different area of the mouth. To learn more, visit sonicareforkids.philips.com.

Snack-or-Treat? On Halloween, offer your kids a healthy snack before they go trick-ortreating. Peanut butter and apple slices and a glass of low-fat milk will go a long way in keeping candy cravings at bay. Filling them with protein and fiber will leave less room for sweet treats that offer little nutritional value.

Party Down Halloween parties are a great new tradition that allows kids to stay safely off the streets while eating a moderate amount of sweets and getting exercise from fun and games. Just make sure you keep lit candles and jack-olanterns away from high-traffic areas. Then join in the fun! —SPJST—

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Vampire bats not to be feared

Myths abound of blood-sucking bats that prey on people. Even the notorious blood-sucker himself, Dracula, turns into a fluttering bat in some versions of the story. This further compounds the myth that bats seek out unsuspecting people for a tasty meal. In reality, bats are not the demonic creatures many people make them out to be. Vampire bats really do exist, but there are only three species, and they live in Central and South America. Vampire bats survive on the blood of birds and other mammals. However, they don’t target humans. Vampire bat bodies are about the size of one’s thumb, with a wingspan of about 8 inches. They do not “suck” blood. Rather, they bite their victims. The saliva of these bats contains a substance that prevents the blood from

Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club Honors Grandparents, Members

It was such an honor to have my grandparents attend our awards and Grandparents Day celebration. My Granny Ann and Papa Fritsch and my Grandma Rita and Grandpa Harry Marker drove all the way in from Houston. If there was an award for who drove the farthest, they would have gotten it! I got perfect attendance again, and I also received the President’s Volunteer Service Award for the seventh year. I could have not been prouder to receive this award with the

only other senior in our lodge, Meghan Blum. It just shows that being a part of the SPJST organization is about giving back to our community and getting involved. This is my last celebration I will attend as a youth member so it was a little sad in a way; but I know once I graduate in May, I will be back to always support the Lodge 17 youth. Fraternally yours, Colby Havemann —SPJST—

LEFT: Rita and Harry Marker with Nicholas and Colby.

RIGHT: Colby, Hilmer and Ann Fritsch, and Nicholas.

LEFT: 20072008 State King Colby and Queen Lindsey Jones. RIGHT: Colby and Meghan Blum accept President’s Service Awards from Youth Leader Mabrey Dowell.

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clotting. The bats then lap up the running blood. Another chemical in the saliva numbs the animals’ skin and keeps them from waking up while the bat is feeding at night. Bats that are found elsewhere in the world generally feed upon insects or fruit. Bats actually can be beneficial, eating mosquitoes and other nuissance bugs. (MS) —SPJST—

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• It is unlucky to have a black cat cross your path.

• A funeral procession that comes across a black cat indicates another death in the family will be imminent.

• Some believe if a black cat lay on the bed of a sick person, he or she would die. • A black cat seen from behind brings a bad omen. (MS) —SPJST—

Black cat folklore

Black cats have long been associated with Halloween, and frequently found in myths and folklore. Some people believe that black cats are witches’ familiars, or close companions. Others think that black cats are witches reincarnated. In the Middle Ages, black cats were regarded as evil. Perhaps because cats are largely nocturnal, and beings of the night are often feared. Today, Halloween and black cats go hand-in-hand, primarily because decorating often involves pictures of witches and their feline companions. Depending on geography, black cats are thought to bring bad or good luck. Here is some of the common folklore and beliefs:

• Finding a white hair on a black cat brings good luck. • To dream of a black cat is lucky.

• In Asia, a black cat is considered lucky.

Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club Makes A Difference Submitted by Joan Vanicek, Youth Leader

Lodge 24 Cyclone Youth Club went hiking at Miller Springs Hiking Trail on October 3, 2010 and cleaned trash

LEFT PHOTO: Ty Stock, Colton Posvar, Cortni Ashcraft, and Sam Vanicek. RIGHT PHOTO: Nancy Posvar, Stephanie and Brian Vanicek. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Front,

from the trail for the youth club’s Make a Difference Day project.

Sam, Stephanie, and Joan Vanicek. Center row: Kalen and Cortni Ashcraft, Kylie and Colton Posvar, and Ty Stock. Back: Nancy Posvar, Misty Stock, and Janet Ashcraft.

Happy Birthday! A big happy birthday is wished to Lodge 187, Round Rock Youth Club member Xavier Salinas.

In front are Cortni Ashcraft and Ty Stock. Back: Colton Posvar and Kalen Ashcraft.

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Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club Hosts Bake Sale at Oscar Store Saturday, October 9, 2010 • Submitted by Joan Vanicek, Youth Leader

Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club had a bake sale on October 9, 2010, at Oscar Store. Thank you to all the parents and youth who donated items, to Thomas Maddux for allowing us to set up at his store, and to all our generous customers!

TOP LEFT PHOTO: Former youth member and Oscar Store employee Erin Hattemer. TOP CENTER PHOTO: Macey, Madison, and Meghan Malcik. RIGHT PHOTO: Jonathan and Brenda Maddux.

LEFT PHOTO: Sam and Joan Vanicek. RIGHT PHOTO: Shawn, Kalen, and Cortni Ashcraft.

Lodge 187, Round Rock Youth Club Celebrate Czech Heritage, Halloween Submitted by Jennifer McCarthy, Youth Leader

LEFT PHOTO: Youth club members and guest Marc Sustaita are pictured completing a Czech word find. CENTER PHOTO: Ashley and

Alex draw Halloween pictures. RIGHT PHOTO: Rubie Volek and Janie Barron get the potluck meal ready.

During our youth club meeting, we did a couple of polls. 1. If you could go to a Halloween party or go trick-or-treating, which would you choose? Responses were 4 voted for party, and one voted for trick-or-treating. 2. If you could dress up as anything you wanted to for Halloween, what would it be? Responses were Christmas tree, Scream or Micheal Myers, nice witch, any origination member - 13 person, and Roxas. 3. Since school has started, what is your favorite subject? Responses were English - one vote; math - one vote; art - one vote; science - two votes. 4. Since everyone has received their first report card, how well did you do? Responses were: all As - one; As and Bs - one; As, Bs, and Cs - one; and OMG! a failing grade and what subject - two (English and science).

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Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club Hosts Membership Fun Party Sunday, October 3, 2010 • Submitted by Cristy Girod, Youth Leader

LEFT PHOTO: Cassidy, Hailey, Collin, and Eli. CENTER PHOTO: State Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer, center, with friends. RIGHT PHOTO: Hamster ball fun! BELOW LEFT PHOTO: New member Brodie Bach-

meyer enjoys the activities. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club members and friends are pictured at the social held on October 3.

LEFT PHOTO: Basil on the gyroscope. PHOTO 2: Collin in the hampster ball. PHOTO 3: Dounia rides the gyroscope. RIGHT PHOTO: Kaitlyn and Collin have fun! BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Jordy, Jackie, and

Najatt. BELOW PHOTO 2: Hailey on the gyroscope. BELOW PHOTO 3: New member Brook Newsom. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: 2010-2011 SPJST State Queen Jackie Klaus of Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club.

On Sunday, October 3, 2010, SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club held its membership drive. We had 17 youth join us for a fun afternoon by Games2U. We played in two large hamster balls— one time having a race between two teams. We also took a spin on the gyroscope. The youth had a great time and look forward to getting to know the new youth who came to visit us. Our next meeting will be Sunday, November 7, 2010, at the ice skating rink in Northcross Mall. Contact Youth Leader Cristy Girod for more information. —SPJST—

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Both the words and the music of Kde domov muj? come from the opening scene of a comic theater piece, Fidlovačka aneb Žádný hněv a žádná rvačka (Fidlovačka, or “No Anger and No Brawling,” written by Josef Kajetán Tyl and first performed in the Prague Estates Theatre on December 21, 1834. At the time, Czechs were an ethnic minority in the Austrian Empire, and the German language dominated. Tyl a political activist - asked the music composer František Škroup to compose a “Czech patriotic chorale” as a piece of incidental music for his play, but the result was a bit different than Tyl expected. Škroup produced - based on Tyl’s text - the highly sentimental and slightly melancholy folksong that has become our beloved anthem. There were many different reactions to the opening performance. Some praised the play (often incorrectly identified as an “opera”) as a patriotic work-of-art while others criticized it for being too folksy and vulgar. Nevertheless, during the following years and decades, this inconsequential folksong - which Tyl didn’t like and had considered cutting from the play - became very popular with the Czechs and was often sung at official occasions. Soon after “Czechoslovakia” was formed in 1918, the first verse of Kde domov muj? became the “Czech” part of the national anthem, followed by the first verse of the Slovak song Nad Tatrou sa blyska. And, because there were so many Germans living in Bohemia-Moravia and so many Hungarians living in Slovakia, “official” translations into German and Hungarian were produced to accompany the “Czech” version!

Frantisek Skroup

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Kde domov můj? Original Lyrics, 1834

Verse 2 Kde domov muj, kde domov muj? V kraji znás-li bohumilém duše outlé v těle čilém, mysl jasnou, vznik a zdar a tu silu vzdoru zmar, to je Čechů slavné plémě mezi Čechy domov můj! mezi Cechy domov můj!

Didn’t realize that there is a second verse to our “Czech” National Anthem? Well, not many people know that there are four verses to our own Star Spangled Banner! Czech National Anthem Kde domov můj?, kde domov můj? Voda hučí po lučinách bory šumí po skalinách, v sadě skví se jara květ zemský ráj to na pohled! A to je ta krásná země, země česka domov můj?, země česka domov můj?

Estates Theater

Josef Kajetan Kyl

Verse 1 (Translation) Where is my home, where is my home? Waters murmur through the meadows, forests rustle trough over the rocky hills, spring blossoms glitter in the orchards, a paradise on earth to look at! And this is that beautiful land, the Czech land, my home, the Czech land, my home!

Verse 2 (Translation) Where is my home, where is my home? If, in a heavenly land, you have met Tender souls in agile frames, Of clear mind, vigorous and prospering, And with a strength that frustrates all defiance, That is the glorious race of the Czechs. Among the Czechs [is] my home! Among the Czechs [is] my home! —SPJST—

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BENEVOLENCE

ROČNÍK 98 CISLO 40

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

Lidskost

Česká

Tuesday Evenings Through December 21 Brazos Valley Czech Heritage Society (BVCHS) and Czech Educational Foundation of Texas (CEFT) Czech Language Classes—at Saint Joseph Catholic Church Parish Activity Center, 700 East 26th Street, Bryan, Texas, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Late registration through October 5. Beginners/advanced students; conversational Czech emphasized. Open to all. Textbook available, but not required. Instructor Mr. Petr Antene. For information, contact BVCHS President Lou Zaeske (979) 846-2035; or email louzaeske@aol.com. Submitted by Lou Zaeske, Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station

October 20 Travis-Williamson Counties CHS Meeting —at Pflugerville Recreation Center,7 p.m. For information, contact Phyllis Teykl (512) 453-4453. Submitted by Pat Gerick, Reporter October 23 Czech Feszt, Temple—at Fred Springer Park (formerly the Santa Fe Gardens) and the Community Market,

Bratrstvi´

Část

Slovanská Podporující Jednota Státu Texas

Uředni orgán SPJST Založené roku 1897

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 un-

Czech Cultural Calendar

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.

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10 a.m. to 10 p.m. For information, call (254) 899-2935. Visit www.czechmuseum.org; or see October 13 Vestnik for more details. Submitted by Sandi Wicker, CHM Executive Director, Lodge 177, Academy.

October 24 Bexar County Czech Heritage Fest—at Knights of Columbus Hall, 5271 Rigsby, San Antonio. Event begins at 11:30 a.m. For information, call (210) 649-2702. Submitted by Alice Vida.

November 4 - 6 Texas State Genealogical Conference “Bridging Generations”—in Waco, Texas. Visit TCGS website www.txczgs.org for various Czech-related information. Also visit www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~txsgs. November 13 Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS) End-of-Year Business Meeting—in College Station.Visit TCGS website for various Czech-related information www.txczgs.org.

November 20 Polka Lovers Club of Texas Museum (PLCTM) Mayfest in November (event cancelled in May due to rain)—at 250 West Fairgrounds Road, LaGrange. For information, call (512) 347-1078. Submitted by Willie Bohuslav, Lodge 88, Houston. —SPJST—

changed. In Czech, one word is often sufficient to express what English can only achieve by using multiple words. 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

Shopping Continued.

I’m not interested. Nemám zájem. (NEH-mahhm ZAHH-yehm)

BROTHERHOOD

20.říjen.2010

. . . a toothbrush. . . . kartáček na zuby. (KAHR-tahh-check nah ZOO-bih) . . . tampons. . . . tampóny. (TAHM-pohh-nih)

. . . feminine napkins. . . . ženský ubrousky. (ZHEHNS-koo oo-BROWS-kih) —SPJST—

OK, I’ll take it. Dobrá, vezmu si to. (DOH-brahh, VEHZ-muh sih toh)

Can I have a bag? Můžu dostat tašku? (MOO-zhuh DOHS-taht TASH-kuh?)

Can I pay by a credit card?/ Do you take credit cards? Můžu platit kreditkou?/ Berete kreditky? (MOO-zhuh PLAH-tiht KREH-dihtkow?/BEH-reh-teh KREH-diht-kih?)

Do you ship (overseas)? Zasíláte to (zámoří)? (ZAH-see-lahh-teh toh (ZAHH-mohrzhee)) I need . . . Potřebuji . . . (POH-trzheh-boo-yih)

. . . toothpaste. . . . zubní pastu. (ZOOB-nee PAHS-too)

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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 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 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 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Friday, November 5—Social night, 6 p.m. Sunday, November 7—SPJST Lodge No. 6 Annual Meeting/Election of officers, 2 p.m. Friday, November 19—Social night, 6 p.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: 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 Hwy 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 18, ELGIN (2) Sunday, October 24—Czech Melody Masters, polka/waltz/mix music, 3 to 7 p.m. $7/person Sunday, November 14—Battle Dance: Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six and Central Texas Sounds, polka/waltz/mix music, 1 to 6 p.m. $8 per person. Kitchen will be open Sunday, November 21—Czechaholics, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7/person 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 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davila, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Rita Marburger (512) 859-2584. 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 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) 9852484; 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, October 30—Rental Saturday, November 6—Rental Sunday, November 7—Youth club meeting Thursday, November 11—SPJST lodge meeting Saturday, November 20—Rental

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, October 22—Edward Kopeckyʼs Czech Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make oldfashioned hamburgers beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, October 27—Live music: Bobby Jay Five Band, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, October 29—Night Skies with A.P. Patschke and Jess DeMaine, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday 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) 3529139. 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) Saturday, October 30—Cherokee Rose Saturday, November 13—Heart of Texas Road Gang

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 Hwy 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.

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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 facility. Hall Rental Information: Edwin Pechal (254) 984-2255; Hall Phone: (254) 985-2548. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Doors open at 6 p.m.

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 First Baptist Church of Lakeside City Fellowship Hall; second Sunday in September and December, 1 p.m. at Cunningham Center.

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) 7934742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.

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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) 8230072. Band Bookings: Cherri Petr (214) 352-4397/Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. 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, October 23—No dance Sunday, October 24—Czech Day: Mark Halata and Texavia, polka/variety. 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. $8/person Saturday, October 30—No dance Saturday, November 6—Moonglow Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, November 13—Red Ravens, polka/variety. $8/person Saturday, November 20—The Red River Road Boys, western swing. $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) 869-5767; 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. 300-621-2077-41001. LODGE 91, CROSBY (5) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings will be announced in Vestnik.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Friday, October 22—Gary Lee Friday, October 29—Halloween Dance: Russ Dorsey Friday, November 5—Roaring 20's: Charlie Patteson Saturday, November 6—Jodie Mikula Orchestra. Dance sponsored by St. George's Sunday, November 7—Randy and 92nd Roadhouse Band, country/western. 3 to 7 p.m. There is a fiddle in the band Friday, November 12—Ron Martin Orchestra Friday, November 19—Randy and 92nd Roadhouse Band, country/western

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.

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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) 3936500. 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. 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) 826-2670/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, November 14—Lodge meeting

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 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 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 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of every other month, 1 p.m. Call Secretary Cyndy Kristinek (806) 7637245 for meeting location. LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of January, April, July, and October, 12 noon at Wall Volunteer Fire Department, Wall.

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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 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, October 23—Variety dance: Frank Arfele Saturday, November 6—Danny Williamson

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) 295-3483; (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 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall.

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) 625-8262 for meeting date/time/location.

LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy 36, Caldwell. Directions: Hall is just off Hwy 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. 1-74-2073309541002

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) 771-4948. 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. 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) 634-1962; 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 Norman Kneschk (254) 386-3222/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 Streets. 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) 727-2048 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) 537-9224 for meeting date/time/location. LODGE 246, MORGANʼS POINT (2) Monday, November 1—Lodge meeting and election of officers. Meal, 6 p.m.; meeting follows at 6:30 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.

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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