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Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Memorial Design Unveiled

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Killeen Mayor Timothy Hancock, artist Troy Kelley, Joleen Cahill, and SPJST State Field Representative Hiram Dixon unveil the Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Memorial design.

Supporting Paws Across Texas

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi hosted a collection drive for Paws Across Texas at a recent meeting. Pictured, left to right, President Mark Rebecek, Gerilyn Donnell, Vice President/FAC Jerry Sijansky, and Secretary Virginia Rebecek deliver cat and dog food to Peewee’s Adoption, Inc. in Corpus Christi. More on page 13.

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SPJST and the City of Killeen unveiled the artist’s rendering of the design for the Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Memorial on Friday, November 5 at 4:30 p.m. in the tract of land between the Killeen Civic and Conference Center, located at 3601 S. WS Young Drive, and Shilo Inn and Suites. Patriot Guard Riders proudly outlined the area while United States flags waved in the autumn breeze under sunny, blue skies. One year has passed since gunfire erupted inside the Soldier Readiness Center at Fort Hood. Thirteen people were killed and 32 were wounded. Thanks to the heroic intervention of Fort Hood police officers Sgts. Kimberly Munley and Mark Todd, the rampage was brought to an end. The victims were mainly men and women who were preparing to deploy to battle zones or who had recently returned

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Lodge 234, Luling District One

Tribute to Veterans

Veterans were honored with a special tribute, “Taps,” and cake at Lodge 88, Houston’s November meeting. Pictured are, front, left to right, Eldon Baily, Sydney Jurchak, and Emil Kuropata. Back: Ray Krampota, Leander Pflughaupt, Jimmy Heinsohn, Dennis Roeder, Gene Barcak, Mel Byer, Ed Lorenz, and Rudy Darilek. More on page 13.

Inside This Week’s Vestnik

Financial University ..........................17 In Memoriam ......................................17 Youth Section ....................................18 Czech Culture ...................................20 Advertisements .................................21 Lodge Calendar .................................22

Boyd Maxwell

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Lodge 18 Elgin: a great place to go dancing

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Lodge 49 Rowena makes a difference

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District Youth Counselors meet in Brownwood

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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

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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, 139 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 FRANK HORAK Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0681 email: frankh@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: poohbear78064@hotmail.com

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Remembering Our Troops

PFC Lian Pruski of Lodge 107, Floresville will be spending the hol-

idays in Iraq this year. If you or your lodge would like to send a Christmas card or package, her address is: PFC Lian Pruski DSTB BCO G1 4th Infantry Division APO AE 09393

Lian is the daughter of District Seven FAC Glen and DYC Wendy Pruski and the granddaughter of District Seven Director Bob Bayer and wife Polly.

Holiday with Parents Thanks to Roy Belz of Lodge 29, Taylor for sharing this: A man in Phoenix calls his son in New York and says, “I hate to ruin your day, but I have to tell you that your mother and I are divorcing; 45 years of misery is enough.” “Pop, what are you talking about?” the son screams. “We can’t stand the sight of each other any longer,” the old man says. “We’re sick of each other, and I’m sick of talking about this, so you call

your sister in Chicago and tell her,” and he hangs up. Frantic, the son calls his sister, who explodes on the phone. “Like thunder they’re getting divorced,” she shouts, “I’ll take care of this.” She calls Phoenix immediately, and screams at the old man, “You are not getting divorced. Don’t do a single thing until I get there. I’m calling my brother back, and we’ll both be there tomorrow. Until then, don’t do a thing. Do you hear me?” And, she hangs up. The old man hangs up his phone, too, and turns to his wife. “Okay,” he says, “they’re coming for Thanksgiving and paying their own way.”

Christmas Open House Mark your calendar for Monday, December 6. SPJST Home Office will host Christmas Open House following the Temple Christmas parade. Plans are still being finalized but activities will include horsedrawn carriage rides, caroling, Santa, music, refreshments, and lots more. See next week’s Vestnik for complete details. —SPJST—

November 5, 2009 Fort Hood heroes Sgt. Mark Todd and Sgt. Kimberly Munley with SPJST Communication Assistant Katherine Morris, left, and Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny. VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the last week of August and the fourth week of December by VĚSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $25 per year for non-members. Membersʼ fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society and enables us to make more informed decisions. The views expressed by writers in the Vestnik do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VĚSTNÍK c/o Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.

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Family Fun and Important Dates

November 18 Lodges 171, Lockhart/234, Luling Special-Called Meeting • Sirloin Stockade, Lockhart (1) November 20 SPJST Float • Tomball Christmas Parade (5) November 20 Denisse Wuensche Scholarship Fundraiser Lodge 48, Beyersville (2) November 20 Lodge 191, Lufkin Presidentʼs Ball (5) November 21 Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Thanksgiving Meal (7) November 21 Lodge 81, Needville Thanksgiving Dinner (5) November 22 Věstník Submission Deadline, 5 p.m. November 22 Lodge 8, Weimar Thanksgiving Dinner (6) November 25 Thanksgiving • SPJST Home Office Closed November 26 Thanksgiving Holiday • SPJST Home Office Closed November 26 SPJST Float • Fort Worth Christmas Parade (3) December 2 SPJST Float • El Campo Christmas Parade (6) December 3 SPJST Float • Cleburne Christmas Parade (3) December 3 SPJST Float • Lockhart Christmas Parade (1) December 4 SPJST Float • Georgetown Christmas Parade (2) December 4 SPJST Float • Smithville Christmas Parade (1) December 4 SPJST Float • Burleson Christmas Parade (3) December 4 Lodge 88, Houston Christmas Party (5) December 4 Lodge 91, Crosby Christmas Party (5) December 4 Lodge 183, Arlington Christmas Party (3) December 4 Lodge 204, Stephenville Christmas Party Koffee Kup Restaurant, Hico (3) December 5 Lodge 6, Cottonwood Meeting/Christmas Party (3) December 5 Lodge 49, Rowena Christmas Party (4) December 5 Lodge 54, West Christmas Party (3) December 5 Lodge 80, Holland Christmas Party (2) December 6 SPJST Home Office Christmas Open House December 6 SPJST Float • Temple Christmas Parade (2) December 7 Lodge 246, Morganʼs Point Christmas Party SPJST Home Office, Temple (2) December 10 Lodge 97, Placedo Christmas Party Ramseyʼs Restaurant, Victoria (6) December 11 SPJST Float • Arlington Christmas Parade (3) December 11 SPJST Float • Crosby Christmas Parade (5) December 12 Lodge 4, Hallettsville Christmas Social (6) December 12 Lodge 9, Snook Christmas Party (1) December 12 Lodge 18, Elgin Christmas Dance (2) December 12 Lodge 24, Cyclone Christmas Party (2) December 12 Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Christmas Party (6) December 12 Lodge 47, Seaton Christmas Party (2) December 12 Lodge 48, Beyersville Christmas Party (2) December 12 Lodge 76, Wichita Falls Christmas Dinner at Cunningham Center (4) December 12 Lodge 84, Dallas Christmas Party (3) December 12 Lodges 107, Floresville and 202, Jourdanton Christmas Party • Jourdanton (7) December 19 Lodge 172, Pasadena Christmas Party (5) December 20 Věstník Submission Deadline, 5 p.m. December 24 Christmas Eve • Home Office Closed December 27 Věstník Submission Deadline, 5 p.m. December 31 Lodge 6, Cottonwood New Yearʼs Eve Social/Party (3) December 31 Lodge 18, Elgin New Yearʼs Eve Dance (2) Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six December 31 Lodge 35, Elk New Yearʼs Eve Dance (3) Flat Rock Junction December 31 Lodge 47, Seaton New Yearʼs Eve Dance (2) December 31 Lodge 88, Houston New Yearʼs Eve Dance (5) Moonglow Orchestra December 31 Lodge 91, Crosby (5)

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Lodges 171, Lockhart and 234, Luling members invited to Nov. 18 meeting From the Supreme Lodge President

Dear Fellow Fraternalist, As a valued member of SPJST, you and your family are invited to join in the excitement of building an active lodge in your community. Please make plans to join us for a special called meeting of Lodge 171, Lockhart and Lodge 234, Luling at the Sirloin Stockade, located at 1420 South Colorado Street in Lockhart on Thursday, November 18, 2010, from 7 to 9 p.m. Dinner will be provided in appreciation for your attendance. Door prizes will also be awarded. SPJST is a family organization that cherishes the idea of service to each other and the community. With your help, we will be successful at reactivating your lodge and helping to make your community a better place to live, work and play. As active lodge members and leaders, you will have the opportunity to build youth programs that enable your young people to earn valuable charitable hours, qualify to attend camp, and apply for scholarships. Adult lodge programs can be designed to provide an active and enjoyable enSPJST Farm/ Commercial Property Rates

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SPJST, City of Killeen Unveil Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Memorial Design Friday, November 5, 2010 • Killeen, Texas

LEFT PHOTO: The Patriot Guard Riders outline the event area. CENTER PHOTO: Representative Ralph Sheffield (R-TX 55th District), left,

of SPJST Lodge 87, Temple. RIGHT PHOTO: More than 500 people attended the program.

LEFT PHOTO: Boy Scouts of America Longhorn Council post the colors. CENTER PHOTO: Thanks to Mattison Parker and Allen Hilton of Pack 201, Matt Glennon and Adrian Bogart of Troop 287, and Michael

Swader and Alyssa Salisbury of Ship 255 for participating in the program. RIGHT PHOTO: Boy Scouts retire the colors at the end of the program.

LEFT PHOTO: US Army Colonel (Ret.) Chaplain Wilfred Brewster delivers the invocation. CENTER PHOTO: Killeen Mayor Timothy Hancock welcomes everyone and expresses his appreciation to SPJST. RIGHT PHOTO:

Left to right are SPJST State Field Representative Hiram Dixon, SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, and Don Farek of SPJST Lodge 35, Elk. Mr. Farek is a member of the city’s special events committee.

LEFT PHOTO: SFR Hiram Dixon presents Joleen Cahill, wife of Michael G. Cahill, with a flag that was flown over Northern Afghanistan on a combat mission in support of Operation Enduring Freedom X on July 4, 2010. The

flag will be the first flag to fly atop the memorial when it is constructed. CENTER PHOTO: Salado artist Troy Kelley explains the memorial design. RIGHT PHOTO: Leila Hunt-Willingham, sister of SPC Jason Dean Hunt.

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SPJST, City of Killeen Unveil Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Memorial Design Friday, November 5, 2010 • Killeen, Texas

The unveiling by Joleen Cahill, Hiram Dixon, Mayor Timothy Hancock, and Troy Kelley.

LEFT PHOTO: Joleen Cahill, left, wife of Michael G. Cahill, and Leila Hunt Willingham, sister of Jason Dean Hunt. Both Mrs. Cahill and Mrs. Willingham have

graciously assisted with memorial efforts. CENTER PHOTO: Attendees view the artist’s renderings of the Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Memorial.

LEFT PHOTO: Thanks to Fraternal Department staff for serving kolaches after the event. Pictured are, left to right, Ruth Hanusch, Chester Jenke, Frank Horak, Tammy Martinez, and Amber Penn. The Home Office also hosted the victims’ families at a

dinner at Shilo Inn following the memorial design unveiling. RIGHT PHOTO: Thanks to the Patriot Guard Riders. BELOW: Artist renderings of the Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Memorial. The interior of the memorial, left, and an informational column.

In Loving Memory

Michael Grant Cahill 62, of Cameron, Texas Maj. Libardo Eduardo Caraveo 52, of Woodbridge, Virginia Staff Sgt. Justin M. DeCrow 32, of Evans, Georgia Capt. John Gaffaney 56, of San Diego, California Spc. Frederick Greene 29, of Mountain City, Tennessee Spc. Jason Dean Hunt 22, of Frederick, Oklahoma Sgt. Amy Krueger 29, of Kiel, Wisconsin Pfc. Aaron Thomas Nemelka 19, of West Jordan, Utah Pfc. Michael Pearson 21, of Bolingbrook, Illinois Capt. Russell Seager 51, of Racine, Wisconsin Pvt. Francheska Velez 21, of Chicago, Illinois Lt. Col. Juanita Warman 55, of Havre de Grace, Maryland Pfc. Kham Xiong 23, of St. Paul, Minnesota

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from them. On the afternoon of November 5, 2009, 13 Americans were sacrificed for their country — not on the distant soils of Iraq or Afghanistan — but down the road in Fort Hood, Texas. In the aftermath of this tragic event, memorial services were held to pay tribute to those who had died or who had been injured. From that initial outpouring of emotion and out of the desire to honor and remember the victims of that tragic event came the concept of establishing a permanent public and living memorial. The idea for establishing the Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Memorial was conceived by SPJST State Field Representative Hiram Dixon of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point. Mr. Dixon served in the U.S. Army from 1969 until 1972, during which time he completed a tour of duty in Vietnam. Working as partners with the City of Killeen, Texas and Killeen Volunteers, Inc., SPJST is spearheading efforts in the public and private sector to build the Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Memorial. The site will serve to honor the victims and provide a historic record of this tragedy in order to deliver a message of vigilance for generations to come. Throughout the spring and summer months of 2010, great efforts were made by an ad-hoc committee designated by City of Killeen Mayor Timothy Hancock to determine the exact name, location, design and budget for the project. As approved by the Killeen City Council on June 8, the Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Memorial, designed by Salado artist Troy Kelley, will include a memorial pavilion and garden on the grounds of the Killeen Civic and Conference Center. Killeen area builder and civic supporter Don Farek of SPJST Lodge 35, Elk is pro-

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viding oversight for the project’s construction. More than 500 people attended the program on Friday, November 5 to witness the unveil of artist Troy Kelley’s design. SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek opened the program on Friday, November 5 by introducing Boy Scouts of America Longhorn Council — Mattison Parker and Allen Hilton of Pack 201, Matt Glennon and Adrian Bogart of Troop 287, and Michael Swader and Alyssa Salisbury of Ship 255 who posted the colors. State Field Representative Dixon led the Pledge of Allegiance followed by an invocation by U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) Chaplain Wilfred Brewster. Mayor Hancock welcomed all who attended the program. President Vanicek explained the background of the project. State Field Representative Dixon shared his concept for the memorial. He got the idea while eating lunch one day after the shooting. He drew an initial sketch of 13 trees and a gazebo on a napkin. His vision is that the memorial will be a place where healing can occur. He presented a United States flag that was flown over Afghanistan on July 4, 2010, on a combat mission to Joleen Cahill, wife of Michael G. Cahill. Mr. Cahill was among the 13 people killed in the shooting rampage. The flag will fly atop the memorial after it is constructed. The design was then unveiled by Mrs. Cahill, Mayor Hancock, Mr. Kelley, and Mr. Dixon. Mr. Kelley explained some of the concepts he incorporated into the memorial’s design. Thirteen blackgranite columns will surround the memorial, each with a bronze sculpture depicting an object selected by the victims’ families to represent their lost loved ones. Each column will have engraved photos of the victims and will include a personal message or poem from each family. A moment of silence in memory of our fallen heroes was then observed.

Leila Hunt-Willingham, sister of SPC Jason Dean Hunt, stated: “One year ago today, dozens of lives were forever changed. I think a lot of us have been apprehensive about this ‘anniversary,’ because it seems impossible to think there is anything to celebrate. Some of us wish that we could forget about the horror of November 5th all together. But because of this community, SPJST, and patriots who have supported the victims of the November 5th shooting, we do have something to celebrate. Rather than focus on the deaths and the wounds and the pain from that day, this memorial helps shift the focus to the lives and the healing and the gratitude we have for those who died, those who were wounded, and those who witnessed and responded to the shooting. “The last year has been one of the hardest years a person can endure for those directly affected by this tragedy. However, I know personally that it lessens the pain a little when someone says something kind or appreciative toward the sacrifice that our family members have made, or vows to remember their names. This memorial is a beautiful way to acknowledge those who gave their lives that day. “Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for remembering November 5, 2009, and for the hard work and dedication in creating a place to honor the 13 incredible heroes that died one year ago. There will be 13 empty seats at the Thanksgiving dinner table each year because of 11/5/09. But thanks to you, Thanksgiving dinner could possibly be a picnic in this garden, under a tree that lives in place of the loved one we will never see in this life again. Thank you for reminding us that we can indeed

Artist renderings of the Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Memorial.

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celebrate this day because 13 people lived, not because they died. “Nothing can erase the event that has forever changed our lives. Our scars will forever be present. But creating this haven only a few miles away from the place of the tragedy is a poignant way of reminding us to turn our eyes from the sadness, to the things we can cling to in our darkest hour, which is the love and support of this grateful nation. Thank you for demonstrating this to us and for vowing to remember the heroes from Fort Hood last November.”

Boy Scouts of America then retired the colors. Following the ceremony, kolaches were served. The initial response to the memorial project has been gratifying as veterans groups, businesses and civic organizations have been stepping up to donate or pledge support. Already, more than $70,000 has been raised. The unveiling ceremony marks the start of a sixmonth fundraising campaign in the public and private sector to generate the remaining portion of the $500,000 that will be needed to bring the project to completion. This amount includes an endowment to be established from the funds collected to provide for the maintenance and upkeep of the memorial and garden. If you would like to contribute fundraising support or host a fund raising event, please contact the SPJST Home Office (800) 727-7578. Tax-deductible donations may be made payable to: Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Memorial c/o SPJST Home Office P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503-0100

Donations may also be made via PayPal by visiting www.spjst.org. —SPJST—

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5 6 25 35 54 66 84 92 130 135 154 178 180 183 204 205 206 210

C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued

Pilot Point-Tioga Cottonwood Ennis Elk West Waco Dallas Fort Worth Dallas Ennis Fort Worth Longview Burleson Arlington Stephenville Terrell Tri-Counties Fairfield*

5 1 1 15 22 26 8 2 11 16 2 1 1 9 11 6 -1 15

C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued

11 15 5 0 18 17 9 6 0 1 3 1 0 -11 2 -1 0 1

Corsicana* Plano*

DI S TRICT FOUR

L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e

49 73 76 157 160 207 215 219 229 230 238 242 256 265 272

Rowena Seymour Wichita Falls Lubbock San Angelo Iowa Park South Plains El Paso Abilene Midland Goldthwaite* Amarillo* Denver City* Odessa* Del Rio*

D I ST R I C T FI V E

L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e

65 81 88 91 139 142 162 172 191 196 232 255

Crosby Needville Houston Crosby Danbury Houston Iowa Colony Pasadena Lufkin Houston-West Mid-Houston* Katy

DI S TRIC T S IX

L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e

4 8 10 23 28 30 32 40 41 63 97 125 143 148 151 153 184 223 240

Hallettsville Weimar Shiner Moravia East Bernard Taiton Victoria El Campo-Hillje Port Lavaca Sweet Home Placedo Westhoff Inez El Maton Wharton La Salle Moulton Palacios Bay City

26 79 93 107

C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued

25 9 -1 4 23 0 -1 32 2 5 5 6 0 0 -6

C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued

-2 4 22 -2 2 1 0 -5 7 3 4 -4

C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued

DIS T RI CT S E VE N

L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e

Skidmore Corpus Christi Hobson Floresville

1 21

0 0 -1 2 3 5 -1 4 -3 0 7 0 -2 6 7 0 1 -1 -3

C e r t i f i c at e s Iss ued

0 90 0 23

117 133 164 185 202 247

258 271

Robstown San Antonio Rio Hondo New Braunfels Jourdanton San Marcos (all members reassigned) Seguin Laredo

0 34 0 0 21 -3

H OM E O FF I C E

L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e

C e r t i f i c at e s Is sued

999 • Denotes lodge has not been chartered.

6 -19

October Top Sales Producers District Top Associate Agents District Two Earned Premium

L o d g e N o. L o d g e N a m e

226 264

District One Insurance Issued

DI ST RI CT O NE

Patsy Koslovsky

Boyd Maxwell

Lodge 47, Seaton

Lodge 234, Luling

SPJST Youth Clubs’ October Update DI ST RI CT ONE Y O U T H C LU B S

L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e

1 9 17 186

Fayetteville Youth Club Snook Youth Club New Tabor Youth Club Caldwell Youth Club

C e r t s. I s s u e d

1 11 5 8

DIS TRI CT TW O Y O U T H C LU B S

L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e

18 20 24 29 80 187 246

C e r t s. I s s u e d

Elgin Youth Club Granger Youth Club Cyclone Youth Club Taylor Youth Club Holland Youth Club Round Rock Youth Club Morgan’s Point Youth Club

1 1 6 5 1 4 5

DI ST RI CT T HRE E Y O U T H C LU B S

L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e

6 25 84 183

C e r t s. I s s u e d

Cottonwood Youth Club Ennis Youth Club Dallas Youth Club Arlington Youth Club

3 1 4 1

DI S TRICT FOUR Y O U T H C LU B S

L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e

215 229

South Plains Abilene

D I S TR IC T F IV E Y O U T H C LU B S

L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e

88 142 162

D IS TRIC T S IX Y O U T H C LU B S

185 202

5 0 0

C e r t s. I s s u e d

Hallettsville Youth Club Taiton Youth Club Victoria Youth Club El Campo-Hillje Youth Club El Maton Youth Club

DIS T RI CT S E VE N Y O U T H C LU B S

L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e

0 0

C e r t s. I s s u e d

Houston Youth Club Houston Youth Club Iowa Colony Youth Club

L o d g e N o. Y o u t h C l u b N a m e

4 30 32 40 148

C e r t s. I s s u e d

0 4 4 4 9

C e r t s. I s s u e d

New Braunfels Youth Club Jourdanton Youth Club

1 10

Listing reflects youth clubs whose quarterly reports were received by Sept. 15.

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Production Persistency Professionals - October Honor Roll Congratulations to these agents for achieving at least 90 percent persistency from September 1, 2008 to October 31, 2010. Lodge number is listed first.

1 9 13 17 38 38 38 51 67 169 171 171 171 171 171 179 186 186 186 186 188 188 189 189 189 189 234

15 18 18 18 20 20 20 24 24 29 29 29 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 48 80 80 80 80 87 87 155 155 155 177 182 187 200 200

District One Ronald Pflughaupt Stacey Eldridge Dorothy Rackel, FIC Susan Skrabanek, FIC Johnnie Janak Katherine Maney Heather Wilhelm Fausta Kaiser Adrienne Kobza Donald Strickland Kenneth Schawe Clint Roberts, FIC Bill Cleveland Emily Plant Carrie Staton, FIC Ricky Weyand Thomas Cannon Victor Mendez, Jr. Darlene Brinkman Michelle Mendez Sharon Carrigan Belinda Liner Charles Munday, FIC Henry Mayo William Miller, Jr. Pamela Vestal Boyd Maxwell

District Two Jack Brown Evelyn Gustafson Dolores Greinert Betty Gaskamp Norma Cavanaugh Rita Marburger Irene Santiago Jason Hoelscher Roberta Amos Albin Machu, CFFM Tammy Whatley Felix Pavlicek, Jr. Frank Klinkovsky, FIC Dolores Skrabanek, FIC Corinne Popelka David Coufal David Pechal Jaclyn Zabcik Lisa Mills Brandon Brutton Bobby Wuensche Frank Pajestka, Jr. Vicki Benner Slye Janet Lyon, FIC Frank Horak John Troy Keifer Marshall, Jr. Doris Plagens Emma Garza Jack Mosley Linda Johnson Johna Beckendorf Rubie Volek, FIC Margaret Santana Dan Ferguson

246 246 246 246 246

5 5 6 6 6 6 25 25 25 25 54 54 54 54 66 66 66 66 66 66 66 66 84 84 84 92 92 92 92 130 135 154 178 178 183 183 183 204 204 204 206 210 226 226

49 49 49 49 49 73 76 76 157 157 157 157

David Nauert, FIC Charles Herendon Don Miller James Hutto James Fleming

District Three Dean Carender Elise Koerner, FIC Ruth Krizan Lydia Dobecka Donald Cernosek Jerry Kucera, FIC Kay Lynn Kovar, FIC Linda Jurik Margaret Krajca Oscar Smith, III Wilburn Willis, FIC Janice Kaluza Carol Reed Jean Martin Larry Matula MariaVasquez-Mendoza John Kocian Justin Gaidusek Christine Galysh Robert Satchell, Jr. Vanessa Johnson Johnnie Gaidusek, Jr. Ben Jarma, FIC Bessie Petr Rosa Alaniz Kenneth Krivanek Bob Tacker Thomas Brown David Ford John Vrla Larry Laznovsky Joseph Steinman Vicki Ballard Russell Pharris Daniel Roznovsky, FIC Rhonda Steelman Eugene Havran Joyce Russell, FIC Floyd Pierce Philip McBee, FICF, CFFM David Cooper Jack Patterson Denise Brown Oda Ruth Martin District Four Loretta Schaefer Thomas Kirkpatrick Lisa Galvan Sylvia Rollwitz, FIC Beverly Teplicek, FIC Marty Bufkin William Waddle Beth Calhoun Lee Meurer Paul Harwood Francisco Devasquez Mickey Mullen

160 160 160 207 215 215 219 219 219 219 219 229 230 230 238 242 265 265

81 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 139 162 191 191 196 196 255 255 255 255 4 4 8 28 30 30 30 32 32 32 40 97 97 97 148

Leonard Jansa, FIC Martha Broz, FIC James Baker Joyce Kotulek Janeece Williams Jo Della Turpen Ana Ahumada, FIC Alejandro Rivas Guadalupe Rangel Nancy Martinez Julio Rangel Mark Smith Jimmy Slatton Velia Mestas Kimberly Wesson Lesa Browning Cristina Bowen Carl Carson

District Five Bradely Stavinoha Edna Wehring, FIC Carolyn Filipp Beseda, FIC Vincent Hegwood, FIC Fred Buri, FIC Linda Wehring, FIC Ana Latigo Victor M. Medina Ana Rivera Helen Filipp Geraldine Frank Tucker Weems Calvin Anderson, II Michael J. Moore Jefferey Barcak, FIC Delisle Doherty Cecil Roberts, FIC Mary Granberry, CFFM, FIC Linda Williams District Six Joe Siptak, FIC Shirley Kalmus Joann Jares, FIC Glenn Kaminsky, FIC Leroy Kaspar, FIC Margaret Kulcak Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM Renae Pierce Mary Monclova Robert Solis, Jr. Ardis Bacak, FIC Diana Redd, FIC David Bellanger Gay Revel, FIC Gay Thurmond, FIC

Miranda Wiederhold Spirit 2010 Monthly Prize Drawing Winner - October

Lodge 202, Jourdanton District Seven $25 Wal-Mart Gift Card

151 151 184

26 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 107 107 107 107 133 133 133 133 133 133 133 202 202 202 258 258 258

Charles Bucek, FIC Ray Pilgrim, FIC Maynard Wagner

District Seven Magaly Reyna Jerry Sijansky, FIC Ignacia Castillo Paige Watson Mary Rodriguez Lance Morck Larry Wyatt Rosario Aguiar Eva Vasquez Wendy Pruski, FIC Bob Bayer, FIC Ronald Thuney Miguel Rodriguez, Jr., FIC Jarolyn Popp, FIC Leticia Sanchez Victor M. Ramirez Adilia Giron Jesse Martinez Roberto Rivera Jose Marchan Linda Ramey, FIC Chester Gail Lee Juan M. Perez Chester Jenke, FICF Colleen Jenke Dominga Esquival

Home Office Recruiter of the Month October 2010

Data Manager Financial Secretaryʼs Dept. Lodge 47, Seaton 10 Recruits

Debbie Dohnalik

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SPJST Monthly Insurance Report Through October 31, 2010

MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND EARNED PREMIUM

Dist. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals

Certs. 12 20 9 30 8 6 9 3 97

Written $ 585,000.00 680,607.00 380,000.00 1,371,543.00 220,000.00 398,431.00 460,000.00 591,038.00 $4,686,619.00

Certs. 11 18 10 25 8 4 9 2 87

Issued Earned Prem. $ 715,007.00 $ 6,185.29 535,607.00 19,327.63 560,688.00 6,583.50 985,114.00 7,130.06 360,000.00 3,691.17 138,431.00 2,473.70 735,000.00 8,131.18 576,038.00 0 $4,605,885.00 $ 53,522.53

YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND EARNED PREMIUM

Dist. Certs. 1 141 2 239 3 168 4 253 5 122 6 116 7 275 9 22 Totals 1,336

Written $ 15,621,643.00 7,820,446.00 11,393,539.00 13,110,907.00 4,549,375.00 4,036,100.00 11,887,647.00 3,650,781.00 $72,070,438.00

Certs. Issued Earned Prem. 118 $ 9,430,535.00 $ 55,848.82 210 6,423,837.00 186,914.41 146 9,953,319.00 70,927.92 212 9,791,635.00 69,641.00 100 3,365,973.00 49,152.78 100 3,306,471.00 46,946.13 222 8,055,955.00 89,657.83 20 3,608,585.00 0 1,128 $53,514,310.00 $569,088.89

October Consistency Club

Minimum of two certificates issued each month in September and October. Number in ( ) denotes consecutive months.

Sales Agents’ October Roll of Honor

Congratulations to these sales agents for writing at least one application in October 2010! 210 Jack Patterson 191 Calvin Anderson, II District One 264 Denis Muforsi] 255 Delisle Doherty 9 Bill Orsak 17 Susan Skrabanek 255 Cecil Penright District Four 171 Carlos Eureste 49 Jimmy Jones 171 Clint Roberts District Six 49 Sylvia Rollwitz 171 Kenneth Schawe 40 Sheldon Holub 160 Bobby Davis, Jr. 189 Henry Mayo 40 James Kocurek 160 Joe Gonzales 234 Boyd Maxwell 151 Gerald Macha 160 Lydia Talamantez District Two 240 Francisco Ramirez 219 Ana Ahumada 24 Roberta Amos 219 Hilda Escajeda 47 Frank Klinkovsky 219 Gloria Guzman District Seven 47 Patsy Koslovsky 219 Baltazar Nunez 79 Javier Mora 87 Keifer Marshall, Jr. 219 Alma Rodriguez 79 Eva Vasquez 182 Johna Beckendorf 229 Jesusita Hudson 246 James Fleming 79 Larry Wyatt 242 Lesa Browning 107 Wendy Pruski District Three 107 Melvein Strey District Five 54 Wilburn Willis 88 Carolyn Filipp Beseda 133 Marisol Hernandez 66 Robert Satchell, Jr. 84 Bessie Petr 172 Toni McLin-Coleman 202 Eduardo Delgadillo

District Lodges of the Month Lodge must have at least four certificates issued during month. Number in ( ) is certificates issued.

District One—Lodge 234, Luling (4) District Two—Lodge 47, Seaton (10) District Three—Lodge 66, Waco (4) District Four—Lodge 219, El Paso (12) District Seven—Lodge 79, Corpus Christi (6)

SPJST records 676 referrals in Spirit 2010 program through October

Through the end of October, the following members made referrals during Spirit 2010 Membership Drive. Lodge Memberʼs Name

District One. William Orsak, CFFM, FIC - Lodge 9, Snook; Donald Strickland (2) - Lodge 169, Brenham; Boyd Maxwell (2) - Lodge 234, Luling.

District Three. Robert Satchell, Jr. Lodge 66, Waco. District Seven. Carlos San Miguel - Lodge 79, Corpus Christi.

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Jeannie Bergland Robin Bergland Linda Bockman Ruth Bradfield Ashlie Clark Marlena Crawford Tamara Gettys Lorene Love Linda Machicek Melissa Ramos Opal Randall Roy Rash Carolyn Roy Paula Ruzicka Noe Saldana Teresa Saldana Albert Smith Dot Vrana Pam Warren Dorothy Kucera Konnor Eldridge Landon Eldridge Zachary Shelfer Kimber Dowell Luisa Dowell Tabor Dowell Christine Havemann Colby Havemann

Referrals 1 1 1 1 1 1 18 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 7 1 1 1 2 1 4 1 2

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Mitchell Parks Brandon Powell Kyle Skrabanek T.J. Anderson Brandon Bowen Kayla Nelson Sheryl Wright Lori Slack Margaret Campbell Adell Rejcek Winston Anderson Cristy Girod Irene King Anita Lopez Elaine Machu Tammy Miller Bernard Mokry Billy Mucha Linda Pospisil Mary Willoughby Jack Winterroud Ryan Drapela Debbie Krpec Norma Tijerina Ardis Bacak Brad Bacak Vlasta Bartos Colby Cerny Craig Cerny Dee Floyd Cathy Garcia Cynthia Garcia Felicia Garcia

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Sky Garcia Carmen Kocurek Adryanna Manzano Angelica Manzano Trianna Manzano Inez Villarreall Debbie Alexander Bailee Beckendorf Debbie Dohnalik Sandra Dubcak Ruth Hanusch Mark Hoelscher Cynthia Hutka Debbie Klinkovsky Lisa Mills Katherine Morris Dorothy Stuchly Nancy Tawater Doris Tyroch Donica Zabcik Margie Faltesek Pamela Harper Diane Naivar Geraldine Steger Alexis Taylor Alyssa Torres Bonnie Wolf Linda Wuensche Trent Wuensche Tyler Kaluza Fernando Castillo Mary Irma Clark Maria Elena Cruz Almalisa Leal Mark Rebecek Christine Festa Frank Horak Allison Janke Lauren Janke Doni Powell Melissa Vrabel Socorro Wolcott Carol Wolf Emma Hromcik Gilbert Mojica, Sr. Sherry Miller Jessica Schoen Lisa Kirby Tammy Martinez Will Locke Danele Durham

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Jon Durham Sylvia Bluhm Liz Bielefeld Roxy Bertrand Lucille Novak Glen Pruski Wendy Pruski Henry Sralla Alice Jochen Nelson Jochen David Bucek Janie Coakley Linda Johnson Katelyn Daniel Hunter Pustejovsky Shelby Howard Zach Howard Jordan Woodall Cheryl Rose Peggy Brewer Gene McBride Margaret Santana James House Kelly House Lloyd House Michelle House Regina House Melba Novosad Ciara Popham Cassandra Reyes Xadie Reyes Xzavier Reyes Samara Valdez Devin Vasquez Raven Vasquez Isabella Wiederhold Joan Wiederhold Liliana Wiederhold Miranda Wiederhold Chelsy Stevens Tammy Copeland Maddie Farmer Jesse Mendoza Karen Franklin Sue Moore Ann Paruzinski Marissa Salinas Susan Shofner Delisle Doherty Chester Jenke James Lowak

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SPJST Lodge Se ct ion

Lodge 8, Weimar sets Thanksgiving dinner

Lodge 8, Weimar will have its Thanksgiving dinner for members at the next meeting on Monday, November 22, 2010. Leo and JoAnn will bake the turkey, Rosie will check on the dressing and gravy, and everyone else is asked to bring the other side dishes. We will need to have a count of people who will attend. Deadline to call is Monday, November 15.

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

Everyone is also asked to bring a nonperishable food donation for the food pantry in Weimar. See you November 22 at the Veterans Hall at 7 p.m. JoAnn Jares, Secretary —SPJST—

Happy 60th Wedding Anniversary

Jerry and Dorothy Vitek November 4, 2010

Jerry and Dorothy Vitek celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on November 6, 2010, at Temple Brethren Church. The reception was hosted by their children John and Jan Cornelius of Morgan’s Point Resort and Ron and Kathy Vitek of Belton. Dorothy Haisler of Ratibor married Jerry Vitek on November 4, 1950, at Seaton Brethren Church in Seaton. The Reverend Frank J. Kostohryz officiated. Mr. Vitek worked for Tom Bowles, Jr. in Belton for 21 years then retired as an auditor from Fort Hood after 23 years. Mrs. Vitek retired from teaching in Belton ISD after 27 years. The couple has lived in Belton for 60 years. Both Jerry and Dorothy are members of SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone. —SPJST—

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Lodge 15 Buckholts plans memorial garden

President Doug Williams called the November 8, 2010, meeting of SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts to order at 5 p.m. and thanked all for being present. Lillie Zajicek led the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. Ms. Lillie, as she is affectionately known, continues in her full support and dedication to the lodge. A moment of silence was observed for those who are ill and for the departed member. Work schedules and vacations prevented two officers from attending. Vice President Scott Brandon’s position was chaired by Adolph Jurca, and Secretary Dorothy Tomascik’s position was chaired by Frank Klinkovsky who read the minutes. Sandie Fischer presented the treasurer’s report and motions carried on both reports to accept as given. Joe Kopriva made motions to accept, and seconds were made by Lillie Zajicek and Lamerle Zajicek. Visiting brother Frank Klinkovsky whom we respect so much of his supportive role gave us a brief summary of

Lodge 29, Taylor Member Wins Tournament, Receives Jacket

District Two Director Bobby Wuensche presents Lodge 29, Taylor member Lillian Kaspar a jacket for winning first place at the 2010 State SPJST Tarok Tournament. Congratulations Lillian!

the Fort Hood Memorial activities and the Czech Heritage Museum’s preparation for a Veterans Day display on November 11. Brother Frank keeps us in the loop on special activities that we often cannot attend. Appreciation to Laverne who keeps this man on track. Considerable time was spent on discussion and audience participation on

one aspect of old business relating to the methods of displaying paver bricks and paver stones for the restoration fundraising project. Jacques Williams of Tomek Construction Services has submitted sketches and drawings for the memorial garden and signage improvement. The presentation is most impressive and exciting to view for fu-

ture construction as a lasting memory in time, and appointments will be made with Brian Vanicek at the SPJST Home Office and Steph McDougal, Architectural History Project Manager. The Historical Commission has suggested that we mail a request to each member of this lodge seeking a small gift to support restoration efforts. This step is necessary in foundation funding to know that all the members are on board and agree to the historical value of this lodge building. Prior to closing, President Williams gave special recognition and thanks to Adolph Jurca for his work efforts at meetings and his assistance in helping members and to Arthur and Regina Peevey who contribute their time and support for events helping the lodge to stay lively and progressive. Motions to close the meeting were made by Joe Kopriva and Hilda Burtis. By the way, Hilda was alternate judge at the election last week and proudly proclaimed that at 95, she is looking forwards to the 2012 elections. Submitted by, Dorothy Tomascik Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 18, Elgin: A Great Place to Go Dancing! Submitted by Irene Vrabel, Reporter

SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin’s Stardust Ballroom is a great place to go dancing and has the best dance floor in this area. It’s great to see the youth participating with the bands. We thank the cooks for the great hamburgers that they had for sale at Polka Fest (top right photo). It is always good to have Charlie Taylor, right, from KTAE 1330 radio station. He is pictured with

Trustee Allen Meyer (bottom right photo). We have to say that Paul Schlesinger (top center photo) did some great fiddle playing at SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin hall. Paul played with the Czech Melody Masters along with Thomas Durnin, Julius Dubcak, Jim Ivy, Shermin Lindsay, and Joe Klaus. We had a great time. Keep up the good fiddling, Paul! It was awesome!

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Lodge 23, Moravia meets December 3

Lodge 23, Moravia will hold its annual meeting and lunch at 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 5, 2010, at the SPJST hall. We hope to see you there. Fraternally, Albert Olsovsky, President —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton seeks entertainment chairman

Dear Vestnik Readers, Members of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton enjoyed a beautiful Sunday afternoon on November 7, 2010, attending the lodge’s monthly meeting. The meeting was called to order at 1 p.m. by President Edwin Pechal. Youth club members Colton Regan and Justin Kraatz presented the flags and led the membership in the Pledge of Allegiance. We remained standing in a moment of silence for departed member Joyce Wells Calfee. May she rest in eternal peace, and God bless her family. Roll call of officers, board members, and active sales agents showed all present except for Youth Leader Lynette Talasek. We had 23 members and two youth members present. Members on the sick list included Molly Orsag. We wish you well,

Happy Birthday, Debbie!

Lodge 66, Waco recognized member Debbie Galler as an October birthday celebrant. Happy birthday, Debbie!

Molly, and hope to see you up and around soon. Our lodge is very excited to welcome 10 new members: Holtyn Wendell Hodges, Jeremy L. Woodle, Ashley Hester Klinkovsky, Dannikka Dawn Bartek, Camdon Owen Bartek, Joshua Alexander Herrera, London Taylor Stewart, Lillian Gail Stewart, Lenzie Morgan Stewart, and Frank Klinkovsky’s special new bundle of joy—great-granddaughter Audri Raine Spivey. Transferring into our lodge is Michael Seiler. We welcome each of you to our lodge and invite you to join us for our monthly lodge meetings and other activities. October lodge minutes and Octo-

ber unofficial board minutes were approved as read by Secretary Koslovsky.

Thanks, Veterans President Pechal asked the veterans among us today to stand and be recognized. Special recognition was Frank given to Leroy Dana, Klinkovsky, Edwin Marek, Woodrow Marek, Edward Mares, Otis Meir, and Edwin Vasicek. We thank these men along with many other men and women who will honor Veterans Day on November 11, a day of remembering American veterans for their patriotism, love of their country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. We thank you for what you have done for our country. President Pechal thanked Woodrow Marek and David Pechal for their work and time working on the outside building. A special thank you also to Woodrow Marek for the time he has spent on getting a partition put in the youth room. It really looks nice and secure to keep the room off limits when not in use. The Temple Christmas parade will be held on Monday, December 6. The SPJST Home Office will once again sponsor an open house after the parade. All members and guests are invited to attend. Vice President/FAC Frank Klinkovsky thanked David Pechal for replacing light bulbs around the hall. Frankie stated he attended the Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Memorial design unveiling in Killeen on Friday, November 5. It was very nice and good to see many SPJST members attending. Lodge 48, Beyersville will be

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hosting a memorial scholarship fundraiser in memory of Denisse Wuensche on November 20. A catfish dinner will be served along with a turkey shoot, silent and live auctions, and other activities. Denisse was such a lovely young lady who loved SPJST. I do hope many of you will be able to attend. Please get your fraternal acts turned in to Frankie as soon as possible after January 1, 2011. He needs to have this report turned in to the Home Office before January 14. The SPJST Awards Banquet will be held on January 29 at the Mayborn Center in Temple. Please watch the Vestnik for more details. Donations are still being accepted for the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. Treasurer David Pechal gave a detailed report which was approved. Ticket Chairman Ruth Kohutek gave her report along with Dolores Skrabanek giving the bar report. Assistant Youth Leader Tammy Pechal stated the youth club held its meeting prior to the adult meeting. New member Joshua Herrera joined the youth club today. Welcome, Joshua! Entertainment Chairman Edwin Pechal gave the November lodge openings and activities. This past Saturday the dance with music by Jerry Haisler was well attended. We are very glad to see Jerry up and about and feeling better. Take care of yourself, Jerry, and we wish you well and back to complete good health soon. November 13 is a Quinceanera; November 21 is RVOS Lodge 5 meeting and meal; November 25—Lodge 47 members and officers wish each of you a happy Thanksgiving. May you have a

Lodge 49, Rowena Makes a Difference in Teachers’ Lives Submitted by Sylvia Rollwitz, Vice President/Fraternal Activities Coordinator

Teachers make a difference in the lives of children, and to show appreciation for all the good that teachers do and the difference that they make, Lodge 49, Rowena presented cookies to teachers in the area schools — Olfen Elementary and Junior High, Ballinger Elementary, and Miles Elementary. LEFT PHOTO: Olfen School. Left to right are Lodge 49 President Beverly Teplicek, Darla Williams, Lodge 49 Vice

President/FAC Sylvia Rollwitz, Cathy Cavazos, and Allison Velky. CENTER PHOTO: Ballinger School. Left to right are Kayla King, Linda Frerich, Julie Keesee, Lodge 49 Vice President/FAC Sylvia Rollwitz, and Lodge 49 President Beverly Teplicek. RIGHT PHOTO: Miles School. Left to right are Kirk Mckeeny, Sharla Arp, Lodge 49 President Beverly Teplicek, and Lodge 49 Vice President/FAC Sylvia Rollwitz.

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safe and healthy day and remember how blessed, we are to be blessed.

2011 Officers, Board Elected The time of the meeting came for the election of the 2011 officers and board members. Results of the elections are: President Edwin Pechal Vice President/FAC Frank Klinkovsky Secretary/Reporter Patsy Koslovsky Treasurer David Pechal Parliamentarian James Skrabanek Youth Leader Lynette Talasek Board of Directors Woodrow Marek Lucy Mihatsch, Tammy Pechal Calvin Skrabanek, LaVerne Vanicek Edwin Vasicek

A big thank you to all these members who graciously accepted reelection for 2011. There is an opening for the lodge entertainment chairman position. Once again, a big thank you to Edwin Pechal and Frank Klinkovsky who together took this position for 2010. Edwin stated he would not be able to fulfill this position next year due to the time he has been having to be away from his business, and Frank is ready for a rest. This is a position that must be filled. If any lodge member is interested, please call Edwin at Ratibor Country Grill (254) 984-2255. There were three nominations for the lodge fraternalist—Joyce Kraatz,

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Assists Paws Across Texas

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 79, Corpus Christi donated 190 pounds of dog and cat good to Peewee’s Adoption, Inc. in Corpus Christi for Paws Across Texas. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 79 President Mark Rebecek presents a check in the amount of $100 which was the lodge’s Sep-

Tammy Pechal, and Edwin Pechal. Joyce Kraatz declined the nomination. All three of these members have been a great asset to our lodge and are very deserving of this special recognition. Congratulations to Edwin Pechal for being chosen as the 2011 Lodge 47 Fraternalist of the Year. We wish you the best for State Fraternalist in January!

Christmas Party—December 12 The lodge’s annual Christmas party will be held on Sunday, December 12. Plans were discussed. Watch the Vestnik for more details, but do mark your calendar for an afternoon of remem-

Lodge 88, Houston Honors Veterans

Lodge 88, Houston FAC Easter Heinsohn read a tribute while her son Jimmy Heinsohn played “Taps” at the lodge’s November meeting. The lodge presented a cake to commemorate these brave veterans and to remember all others who unselfishly gave their lives. Pictured are, left to right, Leander Pflughaupt, Ray Krampota, Dennis Roeder, Mel Byer, Rudy Darilek, Sydney Jurchak, Eldon Bailey, Ed Lorenz, Emil Kuropata and Gene Barcak. —Submitted by Jo Ann Buri, Second Vice President

tember donation to Ernie Cochran, Shelter Director/CFO of Peewee’s Adoption, Inc. Paws Across Texas is a drive that was created by SPJST Lodge 91, Crosby. The lodge is encouraging all SPJST lodges to participate in a collection drive to benefit a community animal shelter.

bering members with a memorial service, a cute skit put on by the youth members, hopefully a visit from Santa, cold refreshments, and a delicious meal. All of this is available for our members, just for being a member of SPJST Lodge 47. The youth club voted on sharing its Christmas this year. They will be collecting canned goods for CTLC in Temple and new toys for Toys for Tots. They are asking for your help also. They will have a big box ready to donate and ask all members and friends to help fill the box. You can bring your donations to the dance on November 19; the next lodge meeting on December 5; the Christmas party on December 12; or call the lodge, and they will be happy to pick up your items. What a good feeling you will have to know that by just a small donation, you have helped someone less fortunate. Let’s all remember, “It’s better to give than to receive.” Thank you, youth members, for your caring. November birthday celebrants are Judy Pechal, Shannon White, Edwin Marek, Donnie Marek, Leroy Hanusch, and Ricky Brenek. Happy birthday and many more to each of you. A happy November wedding anniversary wish to Nelda and Edwin Marek celebrating 55 years; Nancy and Otis Meir celebrating 42 years; and Tammy and David Pechal celebrating 21 years. Lodge door prizes were won by Woodrow Marek, Patsy Koslovsky, and Edward Mares. Next Meeting—December 5 The next meeting will be held on Sunday, December 5 at 2 p.m. Chair-

persons will be elected at this meeting. Joyce Skrabanek gave the blessing for the lunch prepared. With no further business, the meeting adjourned at 2:50 p.m. Again, thank you to all who come to our meetings. See you December 5. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 54, West Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 5

SPJST Lodge 54, West’s Christmas party is Sunday, December 5, 2010, at Lone Star Hall (SPJST Lodge 54), located at 1201 North Davis Street in West. Social hour begins at 3 p.m. followed by the West High Junior Historian Dancers performing at 3:30 p.m. A roast beef dinner will be served at 4:30 p.m. Santa will visit at 5:30 p.m., and children’s door prizes will be presented. Each SPJST family is asked to bring a dessert for the dinner. Meal and refreshments will be provided by SPJST Lodge 54. Come out and enjoy the Christmas party! All lodge members should have received a reply postcard. Please RSVP by November 26. —SPJST—

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Lodge 66, Waco to elect officers this Sunday

The meeting was called to order by Vice President Mary Alice Langlotz on October 17, 2010, at Linden Hall in Elm Mott at 2:30 p.m. with all officers present with the exception of President John Engelke and Treasurer Diana Engelke. There were 11 members present and one guest Nora Lee Zavodny. Members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and motto and stood for a moment of silent prayer for deceased member Margaret Coke. Secretary Sister Dana McAdams read the minutes of the September 19 meeting, and they were approved as read. Sister Dorothy Veselka of the Cheer and Condolence Committee reported that she sent sympathy cards to Clyde Coke on the death of his wife Margaret, to Mary Alice Langlotz on the death of her son-in-law Harold Baker, and to Donna Baker and family on the death of her husband Harold Baker. FAC Sister Mary Alice Langlotz read her monthly letter from State

FAC Chester Jenke. Brother Louie Veselka reported that there were no grievances. Due to the absence of Bookkeeper Sister Diana Engelke, Sister Darlene Engelke gave the bookkeeping report. A donation for a gift basket will be made and presented at the District Three Fall Meeting at Lodge 6, Cottonwood. Sister Darlene Engelke read names of candidates for membership. Vanessa G. Johnson wrote up Christie R. Owens, Sarah D. Villalobos, and Ashlyn D. Hogan; and Robert L. Satchell, Jr. wrote up Granville Crayton, Raven J. Satchell, Ashley N. Satchell, Juan Navarro, Trussie R. Ware, and Adrian D. Satchell. SPJST wrote up Irene Veselka. Eric Hill of Coldwell Realtors showed Linden Hall to a client. No further word has been reported if the client accepted it. At the November 21 meeting, officers and lodge fraternalist of the year will be selected. Adult door prize winner was Debbie Galler. One hundred percent winner was Mary Alice Langlotz. October birthday celebrant present was Debbie Galler.

Next Meeting—November 21 The next lodge meeting will be held on November 21 at Linden Hall in Elm Mott at 2:30 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 80, Holland elects 2011 officers

SPJST Lodge 80, Holland met November 1, 2010, at 7 p.m. The membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. President Rita Spinn presided. Board of Directors absent were Coleman Benner; sales agents absent were Vicki Slye and Janet Lyon. Secretary Linda Hill read the minutes of the October meeting. They were approved as read. Treasurer Jewel Wolf gave the financial report. Lodge 80 Youth Leader Frank Horak has just been appointed the new State Youth Director. Congratulations, Frank! He reported that the youth will be selling sausage wraps, Frito pies,

Scenes from Lodge 92, Fort Worth Halloween Dance Submitted by Garland Ellsworth

Congrats to costume contest winners, left to right, Jimmie Toberny, Ron McLean, Gary and Penny Johnson.

BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Speck and Mike Wilson celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Congratulations! BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Music was by Russ Dorsey and the Music Makers.

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and chicken salad sandwiches on Saturday night, November 6 at Super Bingo in Holland. Frank thanked everyone for their cooperation. Sister Rita reminded the membership of the memorial ceremonies at Fort Hood on November 5. The beseda youth dancers will practice here at Lodge 80 on November 14. Christmas Party—December 5 Lodge 80 Christmas party will be held at the hall on December 5 at 4:30 p.m. There will be installation of officers. The meal will be catered. There was a nice turnout at the

Denisse Wuensche Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser this Saturday

A fundraiser is set for this 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 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—

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bingo school and workshop at Lodge 80 in October. Fraternalist of the Year is Cyril Pajestka who was nominated by Joe Liles and seconded by Dan Hendrix. The membership approved. In a motion by Frank Pajestka, Jr. and seconded, the membership approved $200 to be given to St. John Lutheran Church, Bartlett. Lodge 80 will be looking into a laptop computer for lodge use. The contract between American Legion Post 526 and SPJST Lodge 80 will be renewed in a motion by Joe Liles, seconded by Frank Pajestka, Jr. Membership approved. In election of officers, the following were nominated and elected by acclamation: President Rita Spinn Vice President/FAC Frank Pajestka Secretary Linda Hill Treasurer Jewel Wolf Reporter Estelle Coker Youth Leader Christine Festa Assistant Youth Leader Terry Festa Board of Directors Coleman Benner, Dan Hendrix Joe Warner Liles, Helen Pajestka

Happy Birthday, Lodge 155, Austin Members!

Happy November birthday to Lodge 155, Austin members, left to right, Clara Klinkovsky, Doris Pla-

Barbara Taisler Hill, Curtis Wolf Silveria Tschoerner Those having birthdays in November were Dan Hendrix, Helen Pajestka, James Sladecek, and Jacob Horak. Door prizes were won by Paula Weir, Frank Horak, Rita Spinn, Barbara Taisler Hill and Mary Mowdy.

gens, and Marianna Wood. They were recognized at the lodge’s recent meeting.

The meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

Next Meeting—December 4 The next meeting will be December 4 at 4 p.m. Fraternally, Estelle Coker Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 91, Crosby Christmas party December 4

Lodge 91, Crosby will hold its fourth quarterly meeting combined with a Christmas party on Saturday,

Scenes from Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point’s November Meeting

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 246 President James L. Lee, III, left, and Vice President Charlie Herendon. PHOTO 2: Secretary Wayne Orange and son David. Thanks to Wayne for providing his business—Best Quality

Meats and Sausage Shop—for the lodge to meet at. PHOTO 3: Trish and Brandt Konkler. RIGHT PHOTO: State Field Representative/Lodge 246 member Hiram Dixon displays his door prize!

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 246 Youth Leader Jessica Fernandez. PHOTO 2: Christina Chauncey. PHOTO 3: Brandon Konkler. PHOTO 4: Front to

back are Jonathan Fernandez, Ryan Mathis, and Matthew Fernandez. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 246 FAC/Treasurer David Nauert.

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December 4, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Golden Corral in Baytown, Texas. Members and a guest are invited. See you there. Fraternally, Vonda Smesny,Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 246 Morganʼs Point Christmas party Tuesday, Dec. 7

Members are cordially invited to the SPJST Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Christmas party set for Tuesday, De-

cember 7, 2010, at 6:30 p.m. at the SPJST Home Office, located at 520 North Main Street in Temple. A delicious turkey/dressing/ham dinner will be served. Adults and youth are asked to bring a wrapped Christmas ornament valued at $5 for a fun gift exchange. Also, everyone is asked to bring a non-perishable item to be donated to a

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local food pantry. Join us for dinner and door prizes for everyone! Please RSVP with number attending by Wednesday, December 1 to David (254) 534-0809 or email davidn@vvm.com. —SPJST—

Scenes from Dallas Krouzek’s Thanksgiving Meeting/Luncheon Submitted by Carole Faraizl, Recording Secretary

LEFT PHOTO: Flo Mikulec was our “Birthday Queen” for November. PHOTO 2: Members brought over 20 do vhyry gifts to draw for. TOP PHOTO 3: All the members are “spoiled” now, because we always enjoy having such lovely theme table decorations at each meeting!

BELOW PHOTO 3: The lovely decorations made the dessert table even more inviting. RIGHT PHOTO: Dallas Krouzek’s sign-in table was decorated with a Thanksgiving theme by Vice President Anna-Marie Eszlinger, Treasurer Jerrie Becan, and President Deanna Houpy.

LEFT PHOTO: Parliamentarian Estelle Smith was the guest speaker. She gave us some pointers on eating right, which we promised to do the next day, because we couldn’t do it while we were eating our theme luncheon of turkey with all the trimmings! CENTER PHOTO: All

the Krouzek members were thanked for bringing delicious side dishes to go with the furnished turkey. RIGHT PHOTO: The beautiful cornucopia reflected the abundance of food we had for our luncheon as well!

LEFT PHOTO: Estelle Smith also asked the men attending today Gilbert Kalich, Joe Ehrenberger, Julius Podhrasky and Henry Cechan - to represent all veterans past and present, including themselves, while she led us in a salute to veterans. CENTER PHOTO: Henry

Cechan was asked to hold the flag and lead members in a march around the room to the music “God Bless America Again.” RIGHT PHOTO: Members enjoyed Estelle leading us in the salute. See you next month on Friday, December 3, for our annual Christmas party!

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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

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run in an abbreviated form. Please include your SPJST lodge name/number and your contact phone number. Thank you! November 20 Zycha family—at Iguana Joeʼs Restaurant, Crosby - phone (281) 328-6100 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Submitted by Dorothy Ann (Zycha) Walts, Lodge 65, Crosby

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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—

SPJST Financial University By James L. Lee, III, CPA

2009 deductions up until the return due date in 2010. In order for a distribution to qualify as a lump sum distribution, 100 percent of the balance to the credit of the employee must be distributed in one taxable year. If you have retired this year, make sure that you received (or will receive by year-end) everything you have coming under your former employer’s qualified retirement plan. Charitable Contributions —Many people make their annual charitable contributions during the holidays. If you’re going to make a cash contribution, mail the check by December 31, 2009 to qualify for a 2010 deduction. Giving a personal note or I.O.U. to the charity won’t qualify for a deduction; but, donating with a credit card does. Making gifts of securities is a very effective way to make charitable contributions. Charities are happy to receive odd lots. Donations of long-term capital gain property are deductible based on fair market value. It doesn’t make sense to donate shortterm capital gain property; your deduction will be limited to your basis. Also, it doesn’t make sense to donate securities with losses; sell the stock and donate the cash. To claim a 2008 deduction, the security must actually be transferred to the charity before December 31, 2010. Check in with your financial planner near the end of the year to see what deadlines and opportunities apply to your particular financial situation.

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—

Not any good at working with my hands let’s say I have no skill Creating anything by hand my talent’s mostly nil I can write a poem or two my hand there may be strong Assembling lines from rhyming words work them up as I go along

When it comes to writing, I submit mine is hardly grand But writing’s about the only thing I can do by hand. —SPJST—

Last Minute Tax Tips

Here’s a potpourri of rules and ideas that are important for year-end planning. Securities Sales—To realize a gain or loss in 2010, the trade date must occur on or before December 31, 2010. Settlement date is irrelevant for publicly traded James L. Lee, III securities. The limit on the deduction of capital losses in excess of capital gains is $3,000. Any net capital losses in excess of $3,000 are carried over into 2011. Both short- and long-term losses are counted on a dollar-fordollar basis. A few years ago, longterm losses were worth only $.50 on the $1. No longer. The holding period to achieve a long-term capital gain or loss is now more than twelve months. Count the period from trade date to trade date. Whether a gain is short- or long-term does make a difference. The date a long-term gain is realized also makes a difference. In general, net shortterm gains are subject to a 35 percent maximum rate, while net long-term gains are taxed at a maximum of 15 percent. However, some gains may be subject to a 25 or 28 percent rate, such as gains on the sale of art or collectibles and gains on certain depreciated real property. Retirement Plans —If you are a calendar year taxpayer, the deadline for establishing a qualified retirement plan for deductions against 2010 income is December 31, 2010. The contribution need not be made until the tax filing deadline of the taxpayer’s return. Note; however, that a SEP plan can still be established for

In Memoriam

In Memory of Tillie Valchar Koch

Tillie Mann Valchar Koch, age 95, who passed away on Tuesday, November 2, 2010, in Jourdanton, Texas “Tillie” Mann Valchar Koch, longtime resident of the Avant Community in Atascosa County, Texas, passed away Tuesday, November 2, 2010, at 9:30 a.m., at South Texas Regional Medical Center in Jourdanton, Texas, at Tillie Koch the age of 95 years, three months, 15 days. Tillie was born July 19, 1915, in the Three Oaks Community in Wilson County, Texas, the daughter of Edward Louis Mann and Clara Helen Pieper Mann. She attended Dewees school, and worked cleaning houses and sewing for the public where she designed her own patterns, for many years. She also did peanut thrashing with her husband, Pete Valchar. Tillie married Pete Valchar in Floresville, Texas, on June 28, 1937. From that marriage, three children were born, Bennie, Bettie Lou, and Donald. After Mr. Valchar passed away in 1974, Tillie married Milton Koch in 1988. Mr. Koch passed away in 2009. Tillie was a member of SPJST Lodge 161, La Parita (now Lodge 202, Jourdanton) where she was an insurance sales representative for over 30 years. Tillie was a mem-

ber of St. John Lutheran Church in Jourdanton. Tillie is survived by son Bennie Valchar of New Berlin, Texas; daughter and son-in-law Bettie Lou and Lloyd House of Pleasanton; daughterin-law Virginia Valchar of Pleasanton; grandchildren Richard House of Uvalde, Texas, Sandra Hoggard of San Antonio, Debbie Hilburn and husband Randall and son Joey of Liberty Hill, Texas, and Chad Valchar of Santa Barbara, California; great-grandchildren Lane Hoggard, Sammy Hoggard, and Amanda Hoggard, all of San Antonio, and Eric House and Tiffany House, both of Uvalde; sister-in-law Matilda Vavra of Rockport, Texas; nieces, nephews, and many friends. In addition to her parents and husbands, Tillie was also preceded in death by son Donald Valchar; brothers Edward Mann, Alfred Mann, and Johnny Mann, Sr.; and sisters Ellie “Ella” Woodlee and Mary Woodlee. Visitation was held from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, November 5, 2010, at Vinyard-Trevino Funeral Home Chapel in Jourdanton, Texas. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 6 at Vinyard Funeral Home Chapel in Jourdanton, officiated by Pastor Scott Anderson of St. John Lutheran Church in Jourdanton. Interment followed at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Jourdanton, Texas. Serving as pallbearers were Eddie Mann, James House, Ronald Valchar, Eric House, Richard House, Chad Valchar, and Charles Valchar. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary Lodge 202, Jourdanton —SPJST—

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Gobble up this turkey trivia

Roughly 45 million turkeys are sold and cooked for Thanksgiving meals every year in the United States. As families dig into that delicious meal, some may wonder more about the delicious bird before them. Here are some known and lesserknown facts about Tom Turkey. • The taste of turkeys has to do with

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their age. An older male is preferable to a younger male, because the young “tom” is stringy. Conversely, younger female hens are preferred to older ones.

• A turkey less than 16 weeks old is called a fryer. An older turkey between five and seven months of age is known as a roaster. • Turkeys are a type of pheasant. They are the only breed of poultry native to the Western Hemisphere.

District Youth Counselors gathered on Saturday, November 6, 2010, at the LaQuinta in Brownwood for their semi-annual meeting. Pictured are, front, left to right, DYC Barbara Linney-Gonzales (District Five), State Youth Director Frank Horak, and DYC Bessie Petr (District Three). BACK: Fraternal Department Assistant Amber Penn, DYC Susan Skrabanek (District One), DYC Patsy Koslovsky (District Two), DYC Janice Stevens (District Four), and Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez.

Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Participates in Czech Feszt

Dear Readers, I had a fun time at Czech Feszt in Temple. We danced the beseda and did “The Chicken Dance!” My sister Macy and my cousin Tabor participated in the Czech Feszt pag-

eant. I look forward to next year. Respectfully submitted, Dillon Narro —SPJST—

• Wild turkeys are able to fly for short durations and up to 55 mph. However, domesticated turkeys raised on farms for food are bred to be fat and meaty, which prevents their ability to get airborne.

• The turkey is no exception to other birds. Sometimes it likes to spend the night in trees.

• Benjamin Franklin was one person who argued vehemently on behalf of the turkey being the national symbol of America. However, as most know, the bald eagle won out. • The first turkeys to domesticated were from Mexico and Central America. In Mexico, the turkey was a sacrificial bird.

TOP LEFT: My aunt Susie and Ms. Mendi enter the kolache eating contest. Ms. Mendi won first. TOP RIGHT: My partner Kadie and I dance beseda! LEFT PHOTO: Czech Feszt pageant contestants include my sister Macy and my cousin Tabor, both of Lodge 17, New Tabor. RIGHT PHOTO: Tabor and I have fun at Czech Feszt!

• Male turkeys make the commonly known “gobble” sound, particularly during breeding seasons to attract a mate. Females, however, cluck.

• A mature turkey will have about 3,500 feathers. That’s a lot of plucking to do before the bird can be eaten. • Minnesota and North Carolina produce the most turkeys for sale annually.

• The skin that hangs from a turkey’s neck is known as a wattle. The fleshy growth on the base of the beak is known as the snood.

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Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club Seniors Recognized

Way to go seniors! Friday, October 29, 2010, was Senior Night at Caldwell High School. Colby Havemann, Hank the Hornet, and Meghan Blum, Honeybee Dance Team, were both recognized along with their parents. They are all members of Lodge 17,

• Every year, 90 percent of Americans enjoy a turkey dinner for Thanksgiving, compared to 50 percent on Christmas.

• America doesn’t consume the most turkey per capita; Israel does. (MS) —SPJST—

How are 3D movies and video games affecting your eyes?

(StatePoint) Are all those 3D movies and video games affecting our family’s eyes? America’s love for the movies is no

New Tabor. We are so proud of you! Have a great senior year! LEFT PHOTO: Colby Havemann with parents Rodney and Christy. RIGHT PHOTO: Meghan Blum with parents Larry and Lisa. —Submitted by Holly Narro, Assistant Youth Leader

secret, and the record number of 3D films that hit movie theaters and Bluray players every month is helping satisfy our cinematic appetite, transforming entertainment into a super sensory experience. But as 3D continues to make its mark on our culture, many of us are asking what impact it is having on our eyes? Moreover, not everyone can even view 3D effects, say experts. Some 3D viewers have found themselves experiencing eye strain, headaches, or even nausea while watching 3D movies. While some attribute this to the 3D imagery, it’s actually more likely that the person may have an undiagnosed vision problem. “About five percent of the population can’t perceive 3D because they’re monocular, which means they only

use one eye to see,” says Dr. Roger Phelps, a private practice VSP Vision Care optometrist based in Ojai, California. “Another 25 percent of the population has borderline binocular vision, meaning they can use both eyes to perceive 3D, but it’s difficult for them because their eyes may not be working in synch together.” 3D movies present two different images on screen, separated by a certain distance to enhance the perception of depth. Without 3D glasses — which filter the light and present different images to each eye — the scene on screen looks blurry and unclear. And if either eye is not in excellent focus, or if the eyes have a tendency to misalign with each other, it may be difficult for that person to enjoy a 3D film. So what’s a 3D fan with less-than-

perfect eye coordination to do? The first step is to visit your eye doctor, who will first make sure that both of your eyes are in the best possible focus. If you still have problems even with your best glasses, the doctor may recommend treatment with vision therapy — a series of special techniques that help you learn how to better coordinate your eyes. You can even seek out an optometrist specializing in binocular vision therapy. Some of the techniques used in vision therapy include extended viewing of 3D images. While this can cause fatigue, temporary nausea and headaches, longer viewing times and special glasses can actually provide more comfort and enjoyment for the 3D viewing experience. Seeing your eye doctor can help determine any underlying causes of problems, and best ways to treat the issue so you can enjoy all that 3D has to offer. To find an eye doctor near you, visit vsp.com. As for the rest of us, Dr. Phelps recommends common sense when deciding how much 3D viewing is too much. While a two-hour movie might be fine at first, over three hours is more likely to cause temporary eye strain for many viewers. —SPJST—

Congrats, Brandon and Roscoe!

Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Participate in Cheer America

Dear Readers, On November 7, 2010, I participated in Cheer America competition in San Marcos. My team, Divas, won first place and got a medal! My friend Jada performed on the

LEFT PHOTO: Left to right, Jada Parks (Pink Ladies) and Macy Narro and Kadie Hartman (Divas), all of Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club, compete at Cheer

Pink Ladies squad and got a trophy! Fraternally submitted, Macy Narro —SPJST—

America. RIGHT PHOTO: Divas members Kadie, left, and Macy proudly show off their first place medals. Congratulations!

Congratulations to Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club member Brandon Powell! He is pictured with his champion dog Roscoe who won first place “Best Dog in Junior Division” of the Burleson County Fair Pet Show.

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ROČNÍK 98 CISLO 45

Cz ech

Phrasebook

Czech is a Slavic language, closely related to Slovak and Polish. Spoken by over 10 million people as a first language and at least six million who use it as a second language (mainly in Slovakia), Czech is one of two official and defacto languages of the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Czech belongs to the “synthetic” language group, which means that unlike English and other “analytical” languages, different grammatical aspects are expressed in one word by changing the structure of that word adding an ending or prefix, modifying the core of the word, etc. In analytical languages such as English, the same is achieved by using separate auxiliary verbs, pronouns or adjectives while the actual word remains unchanged. In Czech, one word is often sufficient to express what English can only achieve by using multiple words. The 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

Authority

I haven’t done anything wrong. Neudělal jsem nic špatného. (NEW-dyeh-lahl ysehm nihts SHPAHT-nehh-hoh)

It was a misunderstanding. To bylo nedorozumění. (toh BIH-loh neh-DOH-roh-zoomyeh-nee)

Lidskost

Česká

HUMANITY

Bratrstvi´

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Část

Slovanská Podporující Jednota Státu Texas

Uředni orgán SPJST Založené roku 1897

Where are you taking me? Kam mě vedete? (kahm myeh veh-DEH-teh?) Am I under arrest? Jsem zatčen? (ysehm ZAHT-chehn?)

I am an American/Australian/ British/Canadian citizen. Jsem americký/australský/britský/ kanadský občan. (ysehm ah-MEH-rits-kih/owsTRAHLS-kih/BRIHTS-kih/kahNAHDS-kih OHB-chahn)

I want to talk to the American/Australian/British/Canadian embassy (consulate). Chci mluvit s americkým/australským/britským/kanadským konzulátem. (khtsih MLOO-viht sah ah-MEHreets-kih/ows-TRAHLSkih/BRIHTS-kih/kah-NAHDS-kihm kohn-ZOO-lahh-tehm) I want to talk to a lawyer. Chci mluvit s právníkem. (khtsee MLOO-viht suh PRAHHFnee-kehm)

Can I just pay a fine now? Stačí jen zaplatit a jít? (STAH-chee yehn ZAH-plah-tiht ah yeet?) —SPJST—

Concho Valley CHS Chapter meets November 21

The Concho Valley Chapter of Czech Heritage Society of Texas will meet at the St. Ambrose Fellowship Hall in Wall,Texas, at 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 21 to elect officers and hold their Thanksgiving/Christmas dinner. Turkey and ham will be furnished, so we are asking those who attend to bring their favorite holiday dish to share and enjoy with everyone! Join us for a time of fellowship and fun! For more information, call President Nancy Day (325) 942-6598. Submitted by, Janelle Shockley —SPJST—

~ Panorama ~

A festival kids can see, feel, smell

As the school year begins, an uncommon sort of festival for children kicks off on Prague’s ancient hill of Vyšehrad. “Vyšehrátky”, as it’s called, a romp on the old high castle, offers no cotton candy, no tedious clowns, and no mind-numbing kiddie rides. Instead, it brings in schools and families for a more avant-garde approach to children’s entertainment organized by students of the Academy of Drama. In this week’s Panorama, Christian Falvey found that they know how to please a young audience.

Filip Jevič: “I am the author of the festival and the Vyšehrátky project. We started the festival for adults seven years ago, but it was not so well-de-

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fined; we were using puppets, paintings, and so on. More and more, we did things for children, and in these things, we were combining games, art, and education. Then we decided to turn the main festival activity towards the children and their parents.”

“We’ve got something that is special to Vyšehratky, and that’s interactive objects. This year, these interactive objects are about the senses. You can play with these objects on your own, you can play with them with our actors, or, of course, with the whole family. “The smelling table as an example —what are the smells, what do they remind us of? What are the differences between the smells from nature and those made in the factory? And so on. So this is the point of the whole festival—enjoy time with your family and with our ideas.” Martina Moudrá: “At one tent, there will be another very well-known attraction called “Save Prague from the Nazis.” When children enter the tent, they get a candle, and there is an actor who is playing a Nazi and is trying to blow out their candles. So we hope it will be as popular as last year.

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“We are trying to connect art, education, and play; with games and art, we are trying to educate children, and that’s the point of this attraction as well, and we hope it’s working. We’ll see.”

In another tent, there is the hungry table — part toy, part unintentional modern art piece, and about 15 children spending this part of their busy afternoon stuffing its many mouths with marbles, and they seem to have little intention of doing anything else for the time being. That’s just one of the exhibits in this “lounge of the senses”, which Miss Moudrá showed before the kids came to mob the tents and tepees.: “So this

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exhibit is about your eyes, about different perspectives. One item called hlavouň is a helmet you can put on your head, and you can see the world not like it is. You will see the world as if through a kaleidoscope.” There’s kind of like a slightly grotesque feel to a lot of the things at the festival. Filip Jevič: “We like to communicate with children about themes that we think are important for children and for adults. So this is our main principle for communicating and working with children.”

Ondřej Liška, 33, former Minister of Education and head of the Czech Green Party came to the festival to sit

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.

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, Bryan, Texas, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Beginners/advanced students; conversational Czech emphasized.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, BryanCollege Station. November 17 Travis-Williamson Counties CHS Meeting—at Pflugerville Recreation Center, 400 Immanuel Road, Pflugerville at 6:30 p.m. For information, contact Phyllis Teykl (512) 4534453. Submitted by Pat Gerick, Reporter 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.

2011 January 29 Texas Czech Genealogical Society 10th Anniversary Celebration—in Bryan, Texas. Visit TCGS website for various Czech-related information www.txczgs.org. February 11 Fifth Annual Ennis Czech Music Festival Pre-party/Jam Session— in Sokol Clubroom, Ennis, Texas, 7 to 11 p.m. Visit www.ennisczechmusicfestival.com/ennis-polkacalendar.php.

February 12 Fifth Annual Ennis Czech Music Festival—at Sokol in Ennis, Texas from 1:30 to 11:30 p.m. Visit www.ennisczechmusicfestival.com/ennispolka-calendar.php.

June 18 TCGS Genealogy Fest—in Temple, Texas. Visit TCGS website for various Czech-related information www.txczgs.org.

September 3 - 17 Texas Czech Genealogical SocietySponsored Trip to Czech Republic—Details forthcoming. Visit TCGS website for various Czech-related information www.txczgs.org. —SPJST—

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cross-legged in a tepee to read to a group of children in the part of the programme called Fairy Tales of Famous Daddies.: “I think it’s a great idea, and I was very happy to support this little festival. You see all over the world, even in developed countries, a

lack of interest in books, and reading out loud. And this is a problem categorized as čtenářská gramotnost, the ability to read, understand, and interpret texts . . . so I am always happy to join in any way to support reading books and listening to fairytales. I chose a book that loved as a child very, very much — Tove Jansson’s book about the Moomins. The Moomins are little beings living somewhere in the mountains of Scandinavia, and they are very small, neat animals, or beings. I loved it as a child, and I hope the children will love it too.” — Christan Falvey

http://www.radio.cz/en/section/panorama/a-festival-the-kids-can-seefeel-smell; [02-09-2010 15:33]; Český rozhlas 7 - Radio Praha, Vinohradská 12, 120 99 Praha 2, Česká Republika ©Copyright 1996-2009 Radio Prague, All Rights Reserved.

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~ Current Affairs ~

All Souls Day in Czech Republic

All Souls Day - the day of remembrance for friends and loved ones who have passed away - has great significance in the Czech Republic. Czechs visit cemeteries across the country to lay flowers and light candles at the graves of their relatives and loved ones. Dusicky - or "Souls" - as it is called is an annual pilgrimage that has taken place since pagan times.

Whole families pay their respects to the dead - leading young children by the hand and telling them what it is all about. In this way, the tradition has been perpetuated for centuries. On November 2, cemeteries are left awash with flowers and flickering candles. This spiritual holiday has deep roots. On the eve of All Souls Day, I took a turn around the Czech Republic's most famous cemetery Vysehrad the resting place of many Czech greats - including composers Antonin Dvorak and Bedrich Smetana, writers Karel Capek and Jan Neruda or opera diva Emma Destinova. Anna Cermakova explained that while she visited the family grave regularly Dusicky was always special. Although Anna tended mainly to her family grave, she had brought a few candles to put on the graves of the Czech greats whom she admires: “A tour of the cemetery with many brief stops is part of this special day. And I always stop to pour water into a stone bird bath that's on Karel Capek's grave. You see in some interview, he once said he had seen this on his travels around Italy and how he, too, would like birds to come to his grave for a drink. So I and a few friends always keep it filled for him.” Marie, 80, hopes that Halloween will never replace All Souls Day in the Czech calendar. “I think that the tradition of Dusicky is very strong, and I hope that respect for our ancestors will keep it alive. As for Halloween - well, why not. We can adopt this Celtic tradition as well, especially since children seem to like it so much. But I would be very sorry to see it replace our own tradition of Dusicky.” — Daniela Lazarová http://www.radio.cz/en/section/curraffrs/all-souls-day-in-the-czechrepublic; 02-11-2006 14:12; Český rozhlas 7 - Radio Praha, Vinohradská 12, 120 99 Praha 2, Česká Republika; 1996–2010 Český rozhlas. All Rights Reserved.

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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 19—Social night, 6 p.m.

Friday, December 3—Social night and decorate for Christmas party, 6 p.m. Saturday, December 4—RVOS No. 46 meeting/Christmas party, 11 a.m. Sunday, December 5—Lodge 6 meeting/Christmas party, 2 p.m. Saturday, December 11—Sykora family Ford Christmas party Sunday, December 12—Straten family Christmas party Friday, December 17—Social night, 6 p.m. Friday, December 31—SPJST Lodge No. 6 New Yearʼs Eve social and party, cards, dominoes, chips and dips, 6 p.m. Public invited.

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, November 21—Czechaholics, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7/person Sunday, December 12—Christmas Dance: The Red Ravens, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person. Snacks will be served during second intermission. Friday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, polka/waltz/mix music. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $10/person. Black-eyed peas, corn bread, sausage, coffee served after dance. No reservations. 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) Sunday, December 12—Lodge Christmas party at Flag Hall. Watch for details.

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, November 20—Rental

Thursday, November 25—Rental Saturday, November 27—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, November 19—Country Express, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m.) Thursday/Friday, November 25/26 – Lodge 29, Taylor will be closed for the Thanksgiving holidays. The hall will be open for business on Saturday, November 27. 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 11:30 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. 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, November 27—Cherokee Rose Saturday, December 4—Smokin Gun Saturday, December 18—Heart of Texas Road Gang Friday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve: Flat Rock Junction

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. LODGE 47, SEATON (2)

Saturday, November 20—Fritz Hodde Friday, December 31—New Yearʼs Price/Time/Band TBA)

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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

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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: Frank Pajestka (245) 657-8176; 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.

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

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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, November 20—The Red River Road Boys, western swing. $8 per person

Saturday, November 27—No dance Saturday, November 27—No dance Saturday, December 4—Jack Melick Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $12 per person Saturday, December 11—Mark Halata and Texavia, polk/variety. $8/person Saturday, December 18—Knights of Dixie Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, December 25—No dance Saturday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Moonglow Orchestra, big band. 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. *Dress Code. $20 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, November 19—Randy and 92nd Roadhouse Band, country/western Friday, November 26—Charles Nemec of West, Texas Sunday, November 28—Russ Dorsey. Dance sponsored by Tanglefoot Dance Club Sunday, December 5—Jodie Mikula Orchestra, 3 to 7 p.m. Free membership appreciation dance; all others welcome at regular admission. Free snacks for all. Friday, December 10—Ron Martin Orchestra Friday, December 17—Gary Lee of Dallas Friday, December 24—Dark

Friday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Charlie Patteson Orchestra. Start making plans!

Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From IH35 West in Fort Worth, take IH20 West exit. Stay on IH20 West until it comes to 820. Get on 820 and stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Highway and Azle Street exit. Take Jacksboro Highway East, turning right on Jacksboro Highway East. Go to the first traffic light and take a left. Hall is on the right about 3/4 down the block. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone (817) 624-1361. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Family Nights—first and third Tuesdays. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band plays every first Sunday and most third Friday nights. The other Friday nights will be live ballroom type music. Dressy casual. Listen to KNON 89.3 FM on Sunday at 2 p.m. for up-to-date announcements. Tune in to KAAM 770 AM for some easy listening music. Visit www.nationalhallspjst92.org.

LODGE 93, HOBSON (7) Lodge Meetings: First Thursday of each month at Polakʼs between Karnes City and Kenedy. Call Secretary Clara Bell Ahrens (830) 780-3709 for time.

LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Friday in March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Gay Revel (361) 573-4443 for meeting location.

LODGE 106, LA GRANGE (1) Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at Subway Sandwich Shop, 109 South Jefferson Street (south of the red light at Hwys. 71 and 77 crossroad), La Grange. LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West 3 miles to FM 1303, turn right, go two miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental

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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) 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.

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.

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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)

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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) Sunday, December 19—Lodge Christmas party

Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 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) Tuesday, December 7—Lodge Christmas Party at SPJST Home Office. Watch for details.

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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