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Lodge 17 New Tabor youth wins 2011 Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest
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S P J S T Benevolence
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Humanity ISSN —07458800
Brotherhood
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SPJST Bowlers Raise Funds for Texas Fraternal Alliance Scholarships
with a score of 611 in men’s high series. A total of 133 members bowled on 29 teams. Participants included 48 bowlers from Sons of Hermann; 32 from Woodmen of the World; 24 from SPJST; 16 from KJT; eight from Catholic Life; and five from KJZT. Winners in each category were:
The Grand Prize winner of the 2011 SPJST Summer Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest is Colby Havemann of Lodge 17, New Tabor. Colby’s design will appear on this year’s camp tee-shirts. Congratulations, Colby! See page 18 for all of the age category winners and a listing of participants.
2011 District Spring Meetings District One—Sunday, April 10 at Lodge 186, Caldwell District Two—Sunday, March 20 at Lodge 29, Taylor District Three—Sunday, May 1 at Lodge 84, Dallas District Four—Saturday, April 9 at Coyote Ranch Resort in Wichita Falls (Hosted by Lodge 207, Iowa Park)
District Five—Sunday, April 10 at Lodge 88, Houston Hosted by Lodge 142, Houston
District Six—Sunday, March 20 at Holman Hall (Hosted by Lodge 8, Weimar)
District Seven—Sunday, April 10 at Lodge 79, Corpus Christi
Interest Rates.......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 100 Pennies Donor Listings...............4 District News........................................8 Lodge Section......................................9 Reunions ............................................15
Women’s High Game 1st—Dena Warneke of SOH (219) 2nd—Lavonia Thies of WOW (213) 3rd—Liz Bielefeld of SPJST (211) 3rd—Judith Schulmeier of SOH (211) 3rd—Evelyn Hummel of SOH (211)
Congratulations to Chester Jenke of SPJST Lodge 258, Seguin and Liz Bielefeld of Lodge 107, Floresville! They both received medals at this year’s Texas Fraternal Alliance Bowling Tournament held February 12 in New Braunfels. More photos on pages 5 and 6.
Members from six Texas fraternals gathered on Saturday, February 12, 2001, for the Seventh Annual Texas Fraternal Alliance Bowling Tournament at Fiesta Lanes in New Braunfels. Twenty-four bowlers represented SPJST. SPJST bowlers were from Lodges 9, Snook; 24, Cyclone; 80, Holland; 88, Houston; 107, Floresville; 202, Jourdanton; 246, Morgan’s Point; 255, Katy; and 258, Seguin. Congratulations to Liz Bielefeld of Lodge 107, Floresville who received third place with a score of 311 in women’s high game and to Chester Jenke of Lodge 258, Seguin who received third place
Inside This Week’s Vestnik
SPJST Financial University ..............16 In Memoriam ......................................16 Youth Section ....................................17 Czech Culture ...................................19 Advertisements .................................21 Lodge Calendar .................................22
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Districts Six, Seven agents attend sales meetings
Women’s High Series 1st—Lavonia Thies of WOW (581) 1st—Mary Beam of SOH (581) 2nd—Earlene Acrey of SOH (580) 3rd—Pam Griffin of SOH (577)
Men’s High Game 1st—John Kana of KJT (238) 2nd—Craig Fingelmann of KJT (237) 2nd—Derek Hayek of KJT (237) 3rd—Ted Henrichson of WOW (236) Men’s High Series 1st—Craig Fingelmann of KJT (669) 2nd—Chuck Best of SOH (636) 3rd—Chester Jenke of SPJST (611) The total pins by fraternal were: KJT—9,737 pins Average per bowler—572.76 Sons of Hermann—26,908 pins Average per bowler—560.58 SPJST—13,278 pins Average per bowler—553.25
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Lodge 6 Cottonwood member celebrates 80th birthday
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Lodge 30 Taiton Youth Club delivers valentine smiles
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SPJST HERALD
SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 (800) 727-7578 • (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-7447 www.spjst.org
VESTNIK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0807 VESTNIK Fax: (254) 773-8087
email: m e l a n i e z @ v v m . c o m
SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-2902 • Home: (254) 985-0007 email: vanicek@spjst.com
VICE PRESIDENT GENE McBRIDE, FICF, CFFM Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-1450 • Home: (254) 534-1930 email: genemc@spjst.com SECRETARY-TREASURER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 721-4739 • Home: (254) 778-3720 email: leonardm@spjst.com
DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR/CHAIRMAN DONNIE VICTORICK, FIC, CFFM P.O. Box 85, Snook, Texas 77878-0085 Home: (979) 272-3265 • Mobile: (979) 224-3125 email: dv.aggie@verizon.net
DISTRICT TWO DIRECTOR BOBBY WUENSCHE 2451 County Road 405, Taylor, Texas 76574-5421 Home: (512) 365-3013 DISTRICT THREE DIRECTOR JOHNNIE R. KRIZAN 11500 Heritage Pkway, West, Texas 76691-2017 Home: (254) 826-5882
DISTRICT FOUR DIRECTOR BILLY ROLLWITZ, FIC, CFFM P.O. Box 195, Rowena, Texas 76875-0195 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 Rd, Houston, Texas 77008-6232 Home: (713) 864-2163
DISTRICT SIX DIRECTOR/VICE CHAIRMAN MICHAEL K. AHLSTROM, FIC, CFFM 407 Taos Dr, Victoria, Texas 77904-3777 Home: (361) 578-3279 • Mobile: (361) 676-3279 email: ahlstrom@suddenlink.net
DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR BOB J. BAYER, FIC 1100 Hospital Blvd, Floresville, Texas 78114-2912 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 ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT MANAGER/ INTERIM FINANCIAL SECRETARY DEBBIE DOHNALIK (254) 773-1575 email: debbied@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 G. 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 77836-4300 • (979) 272-3440 District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Road, Burlington, Texas 76519-3108 (254) 985-2396 - email: patsyk2011@yahoo.com District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside Ave, Dallas, Texas 75206-5840 • (214) 826-3557 District Four - Janice Stevens, P.O. Box 613, Hawley, Texas 79525-0613 • (325) 537-9224 District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023-6510 • (713) 649-6138 District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El Campo, Texas 77437 • (979) 543-7120-6152 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 • (210) 535-4916 - email: poohbear78064@hotmail.com
Editor’s Note
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Puppies for Sale
We sometimes underestimate people and their needs. The world is
full of people who need someone who understands. Here’s a touching story:
A farmer had some puppies he needed to sell. He painted a sign advertising the pups and set about nailing it to a post on the edge of his yard. As he was driving the last nail into the post, he felt a tug on his overalls. He looked down into the eyes of a little boy. “Mister,” he said, “I want to buy one of your puppies.” “Well,” said the farmer, as he rubbed the sweat off the back of his neck, “these puppies come from fine parents and cost a good deal of money.” The boy dropped his head for a moment. Then reaching deep into his pocket, he pulled out a handful of change and held it up to the farmer. “I’ve got 39 cents. Is that enough to take a look?” “Sure,” said the farmer. And, with that, he let out a whistle, “Here, Dolly!” he called. Out from the doghouse and down the ramp ran Dolly followed by four little balls of fur. The little boy pressed his face against the chain link fence. His eyes danced with delight. As the dogs made their way to the fence, the little boy noticed something else stirring inside the doghouse. Slowly another little ball appeared; this one noticeably smaller. Down the ramp it slid. Then in a somewhat awkward manner the little pup began hobbling toward the others, doing its best to catch up . . . “I want that one,” the little boy said, pointing to the runt. The farmer knelt down at the boy’s side and said, “Son, you don’t want that puppy. He will never be able to run and play with you like these other dogs would.”
With that the little boy stepped back from the fence, reached down, and began rolling up one leg of his trousers. In doing so he revealed a steel brace running down both sides of his leg attaching itself to a specially made shoe. Looking back up at the farmer, he said, “You see, Sir, I don’t run too well myself, and he will need someone who understands.” —Author Unknown
Be Heart Healthy In honor of February as American Heart Month, here is a detailed photo of a crocheted heart on an afghan made by Lodge 92, Fort Worth member Joy Paprskar. Joy crocheted this afghan a few years ago. She was taught the art of crocheting by her mom when Joy was about seven or eight years old. “I am glad she taught me as it has come in handy at various times to make gifts and because I love crafts — plus I keep enjoying new patterns,” Joy says. “It was like a valentine to me actually that she cared to teach me.” Thanks, Joy, for sharing this beautiful photo and inspiring story with me.
National Write a Letter of Appreciation Week National Write a Letter of Appreciation Week is next week—March 1 to 7. Do you know someone who deserves a special thank you? Maybe there’s a special someone in your community or lodge who deserves a thank you. Take the time to show your appreciation with a letter. It will be meaningful for both you and the letter recipient. —SPJST—
VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the last week of August and the fourth week of December by VĚSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $25 per year for non-members. Membersʼ fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society and enables us to make more informed decisions. The views expressed by writers in the Vestnik do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VĚSTNÍK c/o Interim Financial Secretary Debbie Dohnalik, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.
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SPJST INTEREST RATES
Farm/commercial property rates are subject to change without notice. Call the SPJST Home Office (800) 7277578.
Farm/Commercial Property Rates
2/18/11
75% Owner Farm Property 5.50% for 1 to 10 years 6.00% for 11 to 20 years Commercial Property 6.50% for 1 to 10 years 6.75% for 11 to 15 years
Universal Life
Universal Life 4.50% for Annualized* Annuities
Annuity I** 5.00% for Annualized*
Annuity II** 3.90% for Annualized*
Annuity III** 3.90% for Annualized*
**Not currently being marketed.
Annuity IV 3.90% for Annualized* * Rates effective 02/01/11 through 04/30/11.
Five-Year Annuity
When purchased, current interest rates are guaranteed for 5 years.
Band 1—$10,000 to $24,999 Current Rate: 3.95% Band 2—$25,000 to $49,999 Current Rate: 4.10% Band 3—$50,000 and up Current Rate: 4.20%
Family Fun and Important Dates
February 26
February 27 March 5 March 5 March 13 March 13 March 17
March 19 March 19 March 20 March 20
March 26-27 March 31 April 1
April 2 April 2 April 2-3 April 3 April 9 April 10 April 10
April 10
April 16 April 16 April 19-21 April 22 April 24 May 1 May 1 May 7 May 7 May 7 June 10-12 June 14
Youth Development Workshop SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm Lodge 32, Victoria Polka Fest • Inez Hall (6) State Straight Domino Tournament Lodge 15, Buckholts Lodge 29, Taylor Auction Fundraiser (2) Daylight Saving Time Begins (set clocks ahead one hour) Lodge 92, Fort Worth 50- and 75-Year Pin Presentation/Dinner/Meeting Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Fundraiser Killeen Civic and Conference Center SPJST State Tarok Tournament • Lodge 84, Dallas Lodge 28, East Bernard 113th Anniversary (6) District Two Spring Meeting • Lodge 29, Taylor District Six Spring Meeting • Holman Hall hosted by Lodge 8, Weimar Youth Leaders Retreat • SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive Ends Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club Membership Drive/Lock-in (2) SPJST Float • Smithville Jamboree Parade (1) State 42 Domino Tournament • Lodge 48, Beyersville District Three Lock-In/Membership Rally Lodge 6, Cottonwood Easter Party/Meeting (3) District Four Spring Meeting at Coyote Ranch Resort, Wichita Falls hosted by Lodge 207, Iowa Park District One Spring Meeting • Lodge 186, Caldwell District Five Spring Meeting • Lodge 88, Houston Hosted by Lodge 142, Houston District Seven Spring Meeting Lodge 79, Corpus Christi SPJST Car Show at Bloominʼ Temple Festival Lodge 88, Houston Easter Party (5) Supreme Lodge Meeting • SPJST Home Office, Temple Good Friday • SPJST Home Office Closed Lodge 154, Fort Worth Easter Picnic District Three Spring Meeting • Lodge 84, Dallas Lodge 38, Kovar Picnic (1) JOIN HANDS DAY SPJST Float • Granger Lakefest Parade (2) SPJST Float • Brenham Maifest Parade (1) Leaders-in-Training at SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm, Ledbetter Flag Day
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TFA Bowling
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KJZT—2,743 pins Average per bowler—548 Woodmen of the World—17,460 pins Average per bowler—545.63 Catholic Life—4,296 pins Average per bowler—537
To qualify for the traveling trophy, a fraternal was required to have a minimum of three teams entered in the tournament. KJT was awarded the traveling trophy with the highest average per bowler of 572.76. All scores were calculated with handicap included.
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The margin between the highest average and the lowest average by bowler is 35.76 pins thus placing all bowlers on an equal level. Handicap calculation was 80 percent of 200. Bowlers who average more than 200 did not receive any handicap. In addition to the fraternal camaraderie, the tournament raised $2,932 for scholarships to be awarded to graduating high school seniors who are members of Texas fraternals. Funds were raised through entry fees, silent auction, raffle ticket sales, and a candy heart guessing game, won by Mary Ann Barta of SPJST Lodge 202, Jourdanton. —SPJST—
Lodge 15, Buckholts to host State Straight Domino Tournament March 5
From the Supreme Lodge President’s Department
SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts is the site of the 2011 SPJST State Straight Domino Tournament set for Saturday, March 5. Check-in begins at 8 a.m., and play begins at 9 a.m. The state tournament is open to everyone—both SPJST members and non-members, ages 16 and above. The entry fee is $7 for members and $15 for non-members. The entry fee includes snacks and lunch. Lodge 15, Buckholts is located at
600 State Highway 36, east of Buckholts. Please register by Monday, February 28 by mailing your name, complete address, phone number, email, and entry fee to SPJST State FAC, PO Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. Participants may also register online at www.spjst.org in the fraternal section. For more information, call (800) 7277578 or email tammym@spjst.com. —SPJST—
Due to extremely bad weather conditions on February 5, 2011, the SPJST State Tarok Tournament was postponed. The tournament has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 19 at Lodge 84, Dallas, located at 2625 Floyd Street. All participants who registered for the February tournament will be notified by mail about the new date. If you did not register for the tournament in February and would like to participate in March, you can go online to the SPJST website at www.spjst.org. Click on fraternal activities, then on upcom-
ing fraternal activities, and on February 5 Tarok Tournament to download an entry form. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Registration the day of the tournament will be from 8 to 8:45 a.m. with play starting at 9 a.m. For additional information, you may call me (210) 413-3053 or email cejenke@wmconnect.com. Fraternally, Chester Jenke, FICF State Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—
State Tarok Tournament rescheduled for March 19 at Lodge 84, Dallas
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SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Donors’ List
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PJST members and friends are encouraged to support the 2010-2011 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. In sending in your donation, please be sure to include donor’s name(s) for that proper acknowledgement may be published in the Vestnik. Donations are tax deductible and 100 percent of the amount that you contribute is used for scholarships to SPJST members. Mail your contribution to: SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503
Thank you for your kind support. For more information or printed donation solicitation forms, please contact the Fraternal Department at (800) 7277578.
Guidelines for Giving 1. Donations made by lodges out of lodge funds will be listed as a lodge donation. 2. Collected donations from a lodge meeting will be listed individually by memberʼs last name in alphabetical order. Individuals submitting a donation will also be listed by memberʼs last name alphabetically. 3. Gifts of $50 or more will be printed in bold. 4. Families or groups, which desire names, listed under a particular last name or group name should indicate this on the donation form or letter, otherwise, the names will be listed as individual donations by last name in alphabetical order. 5. 100 pennies donations made as a memorial will be listed under memorial donations in a separate listing.
Note: Please print donor’s name(s) clearly. There have been 299 donations made to the 2010-2011 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. Donations to date are $5,290.85. SPJST Memorial donations to date are $2,461. Thank you for your generous donations to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. Because of your generosity, many young SPJST members will be able to attend or continue with college. The 2010-2011 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive goal is $20,000. Thank you!
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Alaniz, Marie Gonzalez Barta, Evan and Mary Ann Blum, Meghan Bohacek, Raymond Broesche, Roger Buri, JoAnn Carsten, Evalee Cox, Jan Dye, Albert and Leta Ellsworth, Garland Engelke, John and Diana Griser, David Jaffe, Brandon Jansa, Leonard and Sandra Jurcik, Charles and Rose Kostelka, Floyd and Debbie Kraatz, Joyce Kraatz, Justin Kulcak, Jim and Wilma Kulcak, Wilma Kunetka, Marvin and Margaret LaFlamme, Harvey E. Majek, Judith McClendon, Evelyn Mikeska, Leonard and Dorothy Mills, Lisa Morris, Jeaneta Muyres, J.C. Niekamp, Margie Pokladnik, Richard A. Popham, Ciara Pullin, Lillian Sander, David Schabowski, A.B. and W.S. Scott, Naomi Ruth Sefcik, Arnold and Emilie Sims, Margie Ann Skrabanek, Scott and Teresa Soukup, Ricky SPJST Lodge 141, Sealy SPJST Lodge 182, Falls County SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood Steinman, Rosie Stevens, J.L. Stone, Sandra and Tom Suehs, Betty Temple, Syble E. Tyroch, Dianne and Melvin J. Vacha, Emily Vasicek, Edwin J. Williams, Jake Williams, Tye Wolf, R. Zajicek, Jr., Mrs. A.W. Zavodny, Chris Zavodny, Julia —SPJST—
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SPJST Memorial Scholarship Fund Donations ~ October 2010 to January 2011 ~
In Memory of Ludwig and Mary Narendorf from Martin and Shirley Narendorf In Memory of Lawson and Ethel Payne from Martin and Shirley Narendorf In Memory of Mark Hayek from Dorothy McCoy In Memory of Estelle Machart from SPJST Lodge 63, Sweet Home In Memory of Charles Michael Majek, Sr. from SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi In Memory of Adelia Rose Elzner from SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi In Memory of Carol Williford from SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis In Memory of Robert G. Wilson, Sr. from SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis In Memory of John Vrla from SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis In Memory of Geraldine Schuhmann from SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena In Memory of Wilson R. Hrncir from SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi In Memory of Vlasta Annie Mach from SPJST Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje In Memory of Ruby Bowen from E.J. Anderson In Memory of Ruby Bowen from J.B. Anderson In Memory of Ruby Bowen from T.J. Anderson In Memory of Ruby Bowen from Brandon Bowen In Memory of Ruby Bowen from Mikhaila Nelson In Memory of Della Elzner from Corpus Christi Circle of Women In Memory of Jerry and Millie Elzner from Diane Burge McRae In Memory of Henry C. Burge from Diane Burge McRae In Memory of John Troy from SPJST Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point In Memory of Elizabeth Balusek Walther from Wayne Walther In Memory of Larry Haskovec from SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis In Memory of Jim and Frances Parma from Lillian M. Haas In Memory of Rudolf Jurica from Jerry and Jill Sijansky In Memory of Gerald Jurica from Jerry and Jill Sijansky In Memory of Rudolph Chovanec from Frank L. Chovanec —SPJST—
Districts One, Five Sales Agents Invited to Attend Important Meetings
From the Supreme Lodge Vice President’s Department
Dear Districts One and Five Sales Agents, Four agent meetings have been set up in March for sales agents in Districts One and Five. Please try to make one of these meetings. They are not mandatory for anyone who has been an agent with SPJST for over a year, but it is advisable that you attend at least one meeting. If you have been with the company for less than a year, it is mandatory to make one of these meetings. We will discuss 2011 goals for the new program we will be rolling out in the two districts (you don’t want to miss this), Sailabration 2011 incentives, SPJST and Insurance Department news, and selling the differences between the life products. We will also be talking UL 101 to help you better understand where, when, and how to sell this product. When we are finished, we will have everyone on the same page and hopefully, earning money for you and your lodges.
Two meetings are scheduled in each district. You may attend any meeting:
District One Wednesday, March 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. Schulenburg—Frank’s Restaurant IH 10 and Highway 77 Saturday, March 19 from 9 to 11 a.m. Lodge 186, Caldwell 937 Highway 36 in Caldwell District Five Saturday, March 12 from 9 to 11 a.m. Lodge 172, Pasadena 3609 Preston in Pasadena Thursday, March 17 from 7 to 9 p.m. Lodge 196, Houston-West 17810 Huffmeister Road in Cypress
Please RSVP to me (832) 232-2049 to which meeting you will attend so I can have a head count. I look forward to seeing each of you! Fraternally yours, Delisle L. Doherty State Field Representative —SPJST—
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SPJST Members Participate in Texas Fraternal Alliance Bowling Tournament
LEFT PHOTO: Bowlers, left to right, are Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek (24), State Youth Director Frank Horak (80), Supreme Lodge Chairman/District One Director Donnie Victorick (9), State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Chester Jenke (258), and Ashley Victorick (88). CEN-
TER PHOTO: Lodge 107, Floresville Team. Left to right are Larry Bertrand, Liz Bielefeld, Trey Bielefeld, Brandon Korus, and Oscar Korus. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 202, Jourdanton Team. Left to right are Lane Hoggard, Stephen Mazur, James House, Valerie Barta, and Walter Mazur.
LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are Sean Perry (255), Megan Doherty (255), District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt (88), Nicholas Doherty (255), and State Field Representative Delisle Doherty (255). CENTER PHOTO: Left to right are David Nauert (246), Dottie Esquivel (258), David Mills (258),
Logan Mills (258), and Stephanie Mills (258). RIGHT PHOTO: Congratulations to Mary Ann Barta of Lodge 202, Jourdanton! She was the winner of the candy hearts guessing game. Pictured with her are Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez (89) and State FAC Chester Jenke (258).
LEFT PHOTO: Attendees look at silent auction items. CENTER PHOTO: Leroy Muehlstein, left, of Lodge 185, New Braunfels, and Nancy and
Ernest “Red” Kelly, both of Lodge 180, Burleson. RIGHT PHOTO: Dorothy Pflughaupt of Lodge 88, Houston bids on a silent auction item.
LEFT PHOTO: Don Fruin (255) and Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez (89) visit. PHOTO 2: Human Resources Administrator Debbie Klinkovsky (47), left, and Joan Vanicek (24). PHOTO 3:
Seth, Kal-El, and Adam Martinez, all of Lodge 89, Rosebud. RIGHT PHOTO: State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, left, visits with Dottie Esquivel (258) at the silent auction.
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SPJST Members Participate in Texas Fraternal Alliance Bowling Tournament
LEFT PHOTO: Texas Fraternal Alliance Secretary Colleen Jenke of SPJST Lodge 258, Seguin sells the first ticket to Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek. PHOTO 2: Evan and Mary Ann Barta, both of Lodge 202, Jourdanton, cheer on the bowlers. PHOTO 3: State Field
Representative Delisle Doherty of Lodge 255, Katy is ready to bowl. RIGHT PHOTO: State FAC Chester Jenke and Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez register bowlers. A total of 133 bowlers from six fraternals participated in the tournament.
Sailabration 2011 Districts Six and Seven Sales Agents Attend Sailabration 2011 Meetings
In lieu of the past years’ traditional new year kickoffs, State Field Representative Karen Kaspar held sales agent meetings across the District Six and District Seven areas over the past two weeks. The District Seven area included meetings in Corpus Christi on February 2, San Antonio on February 3, and Seguin on February 11. District Six area meetings were held in Schulenburg on February 7, El Campo on Feb-
ruary 8, and Victoria on February 16. Right at 80 agents from Districts Six and Seven attended. Spirit 2010—last year’s SPJST membership campaign—was reviewed. Insurance Department updates were discussed. These included illustration software 6.6, Home Office agent training, continuing education hour compliance, and SPJST product information. Agents were reminded of continuing to strive for quality busi-
Agents enjoyed visiting and exchanging ideas with each other.
ness with 80 percent persistency on a 25-month basis. Annual reviews will be targeted to assist agents with updating present members’ needs. The new year brings new beginnings, and highlights of the Sailabration 2011 incentive program were shared and discussed. SFR Kaspar stressed and alliterated incentives and recognition that are “attainable and achievable plus contract
accountability equal agents’ accomplishments for yourself and SPJST.” The meetings concluded with agents discussing goals they set for the new Sailabration 2011 year. —SPJST—
Table decorations at each meeting coincided with SPJST’s Sailabration 2011 theme.
State Field Representative Karen Kaspar is pictured leading one of the meetings.
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CORPUS CHRISTI MEETING - Wednesday, February 2 at Golden Corral. Seated, left to right, District Seven Director Bob Bayer, Wendy Pruski (107), Mary Lee Rodriguez (79), Hilda Fritzler (79), Eva Linda Vasquez (79), and Rosie Aguiar (79). Back: Arnold Canales (79), State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, Jerry Sijansky (79), Michael Brysch (79), Leo Longoria (79), Ron Janota (79), Magaly Reyna (26), Armando Perez (79), Crystal Pantoja (79), Lance Morck (79), Paige Watson (79), Javier Mora (79), Oscar Longoria (79), R.B. Salinas (79), and State Field Representa-
tive Hiram Dixon. Not pictured, but also attending, was Roland Fuentez (79). RIGHT PHOTO: SAN ANTONIO MEETING - Thursday, February 3 at Golden Corral. Seated, left to right, Linda Rodriguez (107), Adilia Giron (133), Marisol Hernandez (133), and Marie (Bazan) Garcia (133). Back: State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, Jesse Martinez (133), Ron Thuney (107), Janice Favor (202), Travis Titzman (107), Lydia Morones (133), Mike Rodriguez (107), Linda Ramey (202), Juan Perez (202), Chester Gail Lee (202), and State Field Representative Hiram Dixon.
SCHULENBURG MEETING - Monday, February 7 at Frank’s Restaurant. Seated, left to right, Elizabeth Holub (23) and Jo Ann Jares (8). Back: State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, Maynard Wagner (184), Leo Jares (8), Albert Olsovsky (23), and District Six Director Michael Ahlstrom. RIGHT PHOTO: EL CAMPO MEETING - Tuesday, February 8 at Uptown Grill. Seated, left to right, Carolina Covarrubia (30), Sandra
Espericueta (30), Margaret Kulcak (30), Carmen Kocurek (40), Shirley Kalmus (4), and Ardis Bacak (40). Back: State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, Frank Ramirez (240), Charles Bucek (151), Joe Preisler (151), David Bellanger (97), J.C. Kocurek (40), District Six Director Michael Ahlstrom, Glenn Kaminsky (28), Gerald Macha (151), Ray Pilgrim (151), Thomas Drapela (30), Gay Lynn Thurmond (148).
SEGUIN MEETING - Friday, February 11 at Dixie Grill. Seated, left to right, Colleen Jenke (258) and Dottie Esquivel (258). Back: State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, Eduardo Delgadillo (202), Chester Jenke (258), Melvin Strey (107), and Hector Vallejo (133). RIGHT PHOTO: VICTORIA MEETING - Wednesday, February 16 at Golden Corral.
Seated, left to right, Gay Revel (97), Diana Redd (97), and Mary Tijerina (32). Back: State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, Al Pena (223), Sheldon Holub (40), District Six Director Michael Ahlstrom, Otto Mozisek (143), Mary Monclova (32), Robert Solis, Sr. (223), Silvia Perry (32), Jerome Hlavaty (153), Renae Pierce (32), and Franklin Jurek (41).
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District Two Spring Meeting set for March 20 at Lodge 29, Taylor District News
Dear District Two Members, Your district officers met with the officers of Lodge 29, Taylor on February 10, 2011, at Ratibor Grill. We discussed the upcoming District Two Spring Meeting set for Sunday, March 20. Lodge 29, Taylor will host the meeting, and the members are planning a great meal of barbecue and all the trimmings. Your officers have decided it would be fun to have a hat decorating contest. We are asking that all adults decorate a hat and wear it to the meeting. I just know we will see some great decorated hats! Also, we will again have the egg decorating contest for both the adults and children. DYC Patsy will be holding a silent auction to raise money for the youth club, so be sure to bring her some items for the auction. The youth club will be dancing the beseda for our enjoyment,
and I believe there will be at least three circles. Wow! Patsy is doing a fantastic job in teaching our children this dance. Way to go, Patsy! We will have our usual door prizes, and we will be selling tickets for prizes of $25, $50, and $75. Also, we will be selling meal tickets for $3, and the district will pay the remainder. All drinks will be paid for by the district. Registration is from 1 to 2 p.m. The meeting begins at 2 p.m. Remember that at this meeting is election of officers. Anyone interested in running for any position is welcome to put their name in for the position. We hope to see all of you in Taylor on March 20 at 2 p.m. Fraternally, Ruth Hanusch District Two Vice President/FAC —SPJST—
District Four Spring Meeting set for April 9 in Wichita Falls
To All District Four Members: The District Four Spring Meeting is Saturday, April 9, 2011, at Coyote Ranch Resort in the Mustang Room. Coyote Ranch Resort is located at 14145 US Highway 287 in Wichita Falls, Texas 76310. The barbecue meal will be catered by Coyote Ranch Resort. We need to get a count of members who will be attending the meeting. Please call me (940) 855-0882 with the number attending. If there is no answer, please leave a message. The deadline to RSVP has been extended, due to the bad weather we have had here, to Friday, March 4 at latest. Please call
today . . . This is the meeting for election of your district officers, so if anyone is interested in any position, please feel free to put your name in the pot. Registration will begin at 11 a.m., and the meal will be served at 12 noon, with the business meeting following the meal. Thank you for your assistance, and we look forward to seeing you on April 9 at the District Four Spring Meeting in Wichita Falls. Fraternally, Joyce Kotulek Lodge 207, Iowa Park —SPJST—
District Five Spring Meeting set for April 10 in Houston Dear District Five Members, The District Five Spring Meeting is scheduled for Sunday, April 10, 2011. The meeting will be hosted by Lodge 142, Houston and will be held at 1435 Beall Street in Houston, Texas 77008 (site of Lodge Pokrok No. 88, Houston). Members are encouraged to save the
date on their calendars and plan to join us on Sunday, April 10 at Lodge 88’s hall. Lodge 142 is looking forward to hosting this year’s spring meeting. Fraternally, Carolyn F. Beseda District Five President —SPJST—
District Six Spring Meeting set for March 20 in Holman
Dear Members, The District Six Spring Meeting will be Sunday, March 20, 2011, at Holman Hall in Holman, Texas. SPJST Lodge 8, Weimar will host the event with registration starting at 11 a.m. A delicious catered meal will be served at 12 noon, and the District Six business meeting will begin immediately following. All lodges attending are asked to bring a dessert and a door prize. The audit and nominating committees will meet at 10:30 a.m. Members of the audit committee are Eddie Vrana of Lodge 23, Moravia; Glenn Kaminsky of Lodge 28, East Bernard; and Debbie Krpec of Lodge 30, Taiton. Members of the nominating committee are Joe Nezval of Lodge 28, East Bernard; Tommy Drapela of Lodge 30,
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Taiton; and Albert Olsovsky of Lodge 23, Moravia. Youth members will have prize drawing booths and an egg decorating contest. Reports will be given by the Standing Committees, including ByLaw, Publication, Finance, and Insurance. Special reports will be given from the Czech Heritage Museum, Education and Nature Center, Rest Homes, Cemetery, State Field Representative, District Six Director, and Supreme Lodge. Holman Hall is located approximately six miles northwest of Weimar on FM 155 in Holman, Texas. Fraternally, Wanda Dorotik District Six Secretary —SPJST—
District Six Spring Meeting Hosted by Lodge 8, Weimar Sunday, March 20, 2011 • Holman Hall, Holman TX 10:30 a.m. — Audit and Nominating Committees Meet 11 a.m. — Registration Begins 12 noon — Catered Meal Served All lodges are also asked to bring a dessert and a door prize.
Tentative Agenda
The business meeting will begin immediately following the meal. Call to Order ..........................................................................President Joe Siptak Posting of Colors..........................................................................Lodge 40 Youth Memorial Service ...........................................First Vice President Annie Vahalik Welcome...................................................................Lodge 8, President Leo Jares Response/Introduction of Guests..............................Second Vice President/FAC Helen Zabransky Minutes/Roll Call of Officers, Lodges and Standing Committees/ Recognition of 50- and 75-Year Members/Age 96 Honorees/ Fraternalists of the Year............................................Secretary Wanda Dorotik Treasurer’s Report................................................................................A.J. Kelner Youth Report and Program........................................................DYC Lisa Bubela Standing Committees and Special Reports By-Law........................................................................................Joe Siptak Publication..............................................................................Helen Kelner Finance .............................................................................Glenn Kaminsky Insurance.............................................................................Jerome Hlavaty Czech Heritage Museum ...................................................Philip Vahalik Education and Nature Center...................................................Lisa Bubela Rest Home Director..............................................................Charles Bucek Cemetery Report.....................................................................David Bucek State Field Representative.....................................................Karen Kaspar Supreme Lodge Report................................Vice President Gene McBride District Six Director Report/Activities Report ..............Michael Ahlstrom Awards and Special Presentations Old Business New Business Announcements Report of Audit Committee Report of Nominating Committee and Election of Officers Fall District Meeting Information Installation of Officers Adjournment
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Lodge 6 Cottonwood reports on February meeting
President Milton Peterson called the meeting to order on Sunday, February 6, 2011, at 2:30 p.m. Sister Georgie Soukup reported 18 members present. Sister Barbara Hykel read the minutes from the last meeting and read several thank you notes. Sister Peggy Dobecka gave the treasurer’s report and the youth club report. Sister Evelyn Stuckly gave her FAC report. There will be a social on Friday, February 25, and the youth will furnish the meal. Brother Jerry Kucera had no report. The Sunshine Committee sent sympathy cards to Bob and Carolyn Munn, David and Lisa Straten and Ryan, Joan Ondrej, Lisa McAdams, Lawrence Ondrej, Jr., Evelyn Reynolds, Kelly Reynolds, Elfie Merenda, Raymond Lee Ondrej, Au-
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drie Ondrej, and Ashley Ondrej. A get well card was sent to Nelda Hlavaty. Brother Johnnie Krizan gave his report, and the hall schedule for the coming months.
Next Meeting—Friday, March 4 The next meeting will be held Friday, March 4 with a social followed by the meeting. On March 18, there will be a social. The April meeting will also be the Easter party. Due to other bookings, the May meeting will have to be held on the first Friday. Progressive door prize for $2 was for Ruth Keel. Since she was absent, next time, the drawing will be for $3. February birthday celebrants were Mary Neckar and Evelyn Stuckly. Attendance door prize winners were Ray Perez, Dorothy Kucera, and Milton Peterson. Irene and Milton Peterson prepared a delicious meal for the members. Dorothy Kucera Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 6, Cottonwood Members Celebrate February Birthdays
Happy February birthday to Mary Neckar, left, and Evelyn Stuckly, both of Lodge 6, Cottonwood! They were recognized at the lodge’s February meeting.
—Photo submitted by Peggy Dobecka, Treasurer/ Youth Leader
Lodge 15 Buckholts readies for state domino tournament
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
The meeting of SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts was called to order at 5 p.m. by President Douglas Williams. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by guest LaVerne Vanicek followed by a moment of silence in memory of our departed members. We especially wanted to remember faithful departed member Joe Kopriva. All officers were present except for Vice President Scott Brandon and Second Vice President Adolph Jurca. We had eight members present and six guests. We were so honored to have special guests State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Chester Jenke and wife Colleen and Honorary District Two Director Frank Klinkovsky and friend LaVerne Vanicek. Frank filled in for the vice president. President Williams thanked everyone for attending. He thanked Sandie Fischer for decorating the tables with valentine hearts in celebration of Valentine’s Day. The secretary and treasurer each gave their reports, and both reports were approved as read. President Williams asked Brother Jenke to speak. Brother Jenke spoke on the upcoming SPJST State Straight Domino Tournament set for Saturday, March 5 at Lodge 15. The fee to enter is $7 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Plan to arrive between 8 and 9 a.m. Brother Jenke will call and let us know about how many to expect. We will need to have coffee and juice and snacks in the morning then a noon meal. He will bring all items needed for the tournament. He reminded us of the District Two Spring Meeting which will be held at Lodge 29, Taylor on March 20. He complimented us on planning to take part in Join Hands Day again this year. He said it is so good to get the youth involved, and to let it be known through the local news what it is all about. He said to take a lot of pictures. He spoke on the recent bowling tournament held in New Braunfels which was very successful. There were 133 participants. You have to be a member for at least one year to enter. Proceeds from the tournament go towards scholarships. There were 15 scholarships awarded in 2010. President Williams then asked Frank Klinkovsky to bring us up to date on what is happening. Frank
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laughed and said that Chester had already told it all except to say “Happy Valentine’s Day” to everyone. In new business, Mary Helen Rodriguez has made arrangements for us with the company that she works for to sell us five new tables at a bargain price. Virginia Williams made the motion to purchase them, seconded by Lamerle Zajicek. Motion carried. The lodge restoration project has received an award grant in the amount of $1,700 from Milam County Historical Commission. The grant is part of matching funds required by the National Trust for Historical Preservation for professional services. The National Trust grant was for $4,000 and is to be used toward developing a master plan and feasibility analysis for restoring our Lodge 15 historical building. On February 17, the restoration project committee which consists of A.W. Zajicek, Arthur Peevey, Scott Brandon, and Frank Tomascik is scheduled to meet with Sandy Stone and Bea Heimsath of Heimsath Architects of Austin to begin the procedure for the master plan. The motion for this plan and future contract was unanimously approved by the lodge membership. Efforts continue in obtaining the exemption under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Virginia Williams made the motion that we adjourn, seconded by Hilda Burtis. Motion carried Door prizes were drawn followed by a delicious meal enjoyed by all. Next Meeting—March 14 The next meeting will be on March 14. We hope you can be there. Fraternally, Dorothy Tomascik Secretary —SPJST—
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Lodge 32, Victoria: polka time in Inez this Sunday
Attention all polka lovers and everyone who enjoys great music – and kolaches! Lodge 32, Victoria invites you to Inez Hall on Highway 59 in Inez, Texas, this Sunday, February 27. It’s our Annual Polkafest with music by The Dujka Brothers and Red Ravens Band. Doors will open at 11 a.m., and music is from 1 to 6 p.m. Everyone knows the hardwood dance floor is hard to beat – and those Prasek’s kolaches are awesome! The snack bar will also be open for burgers and a stew meal – and we can’t forget about the bar! Franklin will head up the polka lotto, and who knows what will be offered at the silent auction! We’ve been inside too much this winter . . . so take a drive and join us in Inez. Bring your friends and spend the day! Hope to see you this Sunday, February 27. You’ll be glad you did! Fraternally, Kathy Ahlstrom Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes new members
Dear Věstník Readers, SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton held its monthly meeting on Sunday, February 6, 2011. President Pechal called the meeting to order at 2 p.m. and led the membership in the Pledge of Allegiance. We remained standing in a moment of silence for departed members Ralph Greenway and Raymond Goldman. May these members rest in eternal peace, and may God bless their families. Roll call of officers, board members, and active sales agents showed all present except Treasurer David Pechal and Board Member Edwin Vasicek. Thank you to the 21 members who attended today’s meeting. The lodge is very excited to welcome new members Braxton Jay White, Darren Joe White, Emily St. Amour, Maya McCoy, Maliyah McCoy, Maizie McCoy, Jada McCoyReyno, and Mia McCoy. Transferring into our lodge is Sylvia Fuchs. We welcome each of you to the lodge and invite you to join us for monthly lodge meetings and other activities. President Pechal proudly presented to the membership the plaque which was received at the SPJST Awards Banquet. The lodge received the Gold Award with 39 certificates issued. He thanked all sales agents who made this possible. Congratulations to Corrine
Happy 80th Birthday, Lydia Dobecka!
Congratulations to Lodge 6, Cottonwood member Lydia Dobecka! Lydia, seated, right, is pictured celebrating her 80th birthday with members at a Lodge 6 Friday night social. Seated beside Lydia is Evelyn Stuckly. In back, left to right, are Pam Urbanovsky, Dorothy Dvorsky, Georgie Soukup, Irene Peterson, Lucille Sulak, and Evelyn Bezdek.
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Welcome to SPJST, Baby Addison!
Congratulations to 1987 SPJST State Queen Melissa Victorick Brown and husband Allen, not pictured, on the birth of Addison Elizabeth Brown on December 10, 2010. Proud grandparents are Supreme Lodge Chairman/District One Director Donnie Victorick and wife Janice. Proud uncle is Ashley Victorick, right. Addison, dressed in her pink and red Valentine’s Day outfit, was the highlight of the Texas Fraternal Alliance Bowling Tournament, held February 12 in New Braunfels. Melissa, Allen, Addison, and Ashley are all members of Lodge 88, Houston, and Donnie and Janice are members of Lodge 9, Snook.
Popelka for being a Million Dollar Producer and to Sales Agent Brandon Bruton for being District Top Career Agent for certificates issued. Congratulations is also extended to James House of District Seven for receiving the 2010 State Fraternalist of the Year Award. We wish a speedy recovery to members Leroy Dana and Charlie Lee Tomasek. Vice President/FAC Frank Klinkovsky gave an update on future activities: the 100 Pennies Drive, State Domino Tournament at Lodge 15, Buckholts on March 5, District Two Spring Meeting in Taylor on March 20, and Join Hands Day on May 7. Secretary Patsy Koslovsky presented Youth Leader Lynette Talasek with two checks from the awards banquet. One was for 22 youth certificates issued in which one member joined the youth club. Another check earned by the youth club was the Top Youth Club Award in District Two. Way to go, Seaton Youth Club! Congratulations. Patsy also presented President Pechal with a check from the Home Office for lodge refunds. Tammy Pechal gave the treasurer’s report in the absence of Treasurer David Pechal. Ticket Chairman Ruth Kohutek gave the January report as did Dolores Skrabanek giving the bar report. The 2010 fourth quarter audit report was given by James Skrabanek. Youth Leader Lynette Talasek reported the youth club will meet on
February 20 at 1:30 p.m. at the District Two Skating Party. The youth have a lot of upcoming activities that will take place in the next few months. On Sunday, February 13, the youth club will have a fundraiser which will consist of a chili lunch and silent auction. The youth club is making plans to attend the Youth Development Workshop on February 26 at Cooper Farm. Carpooling will be available. The District Two Spring Meeting which includes the Easter Egg Decorating Contest Kraslice - will be held at Lodge 29, Taylor on March 20. Lynette stated that she and Tammy are planning to attend the Youth Leader Retreat the weekend of March 26. April 1 is a date that all the youth members are looking forward to. They will be having a membership drive which will include dancing the night away with a lock-in Friday, April 1 to Saturday, April 2. Wow! This youth club is busy, busy. Watch for Lynette’s emails and the Věstník for more details. February birthday celebrants are President Edwin Pechal, James Skrabanek, David Koslovsky, Andrew Brenek, and Brenda Marek. Happy birthday and many more to each of you. Celebrating their first wedding anniversary is Darren and Shannon Pechal White. Congratulations, Shannon and Darren! Lodge door prizes were won by Edwin Marek, Lynette Talasek, and Woodrow Marek.
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Next Meeting—March 6 The next meeting will be held on Sunday, March 6 at 2 p.m. With no further business, the meeting adjourned at 2:40 p.m. Thanks to Lynette for preparing lunch. The chili was delicious. Again, thank you to all who came to the meeting. See you March 6. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 48 Beyersville announces 2011 officers
Domino playing and sandwiches were enjoyed during social time from 4:30 until 6 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville on Sunday, February 13, 2011. The meeting then started with the Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes were read by Secretary Linda Wuensche followed by Treasurer Bonnie Urbanek’s report. FAC Larry Beran, reminded everyone of the State 42 Domino Tournament that will be held April 2 at Beyersville. Hall Manager Bonnie Wolf reported that they had a good turnout for Valentine’s Day Bunco. Hall rentals are steady with the coming months being almost completely booked. A motion was made and approved to donate $50 to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. We welcome Mary Kokes as a new member to Lodge 48. Robert Leshikar celebrated a birthday in January, and Trent Wuensche celebrates a February birthday. Officers installed for 2011 are: President Robert Leshikar Vice President/FAC Larry Beran Second Vice President/Hall Manager Bonnie Wolf Secretary Linda Wuensche Treasurer Bonnie Urbanek Reporter Alice Bracewell
Next Meeting—March 13 The next meeting will be held Sunday, March 13 with a social to play dominoes and have sandwiches from 4:30 until 6 p.m. The meeting will start at 6 p.m. Fraternally, Alice Bracewell, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 13, Dime Box Introduces 2011 Officers
The 2011 officers for Lodge 13, Dime Box are, left to right, Treasurer Debbie Kostelka, Vice President Floyd Kostelka, and President Ricky Ford. Not pictured is Secretary LaDonna Jatzlau. The officers were installed by District One Director Donnie Victorick, far right.
Lodge 66, Waco reports on January meeting
The meeting was called to order by President John Engelke on January 16, 2011, at 2:30 p.m. at Linden Hall in Elm Mott, with all officers present with the exception of Secretary Dana McAdams. There were 13 members and two guests, Nora Lee Zavodny and Edward Vorderkunz, present at today’s meeting. The flag was presented, and members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and motto. Members stood for a moment of silent prayer for deceased member Ben Roy Hutyra. Due to the absence of Secretary Sister Dana McAdams, Sister Dorothy Veselka read the minutes of the December 6, 2010, meeting, and they were approved as read. President Engelke read correspondence from Ruth Hanusch of the SPJST Home Office regarding 50year pins. These pins will be given to the following 50-year members of Lodge 66 at the May 15 meeting: Agnes Beseda of Granbury, Earl Ehlers of Houston, John Engelke of Waco, Anthony Gerik of San Antonio, Rudolph Hikel, II of Elm Mott, Mark Mazanec of Waco, Dennis Ray Moore of Axtell, Donald Ray Schroeder of Teague, and Richard Simcik of Waco. Invitations will be sent out soon. President Engelke also read corre-
spondence from Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek regarding the SPJST Awards Banquet which will be held at the Mayborn Center in Temple on January 29. Please let President Engelke know if you will be attending. President Engelke also read a letter from Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride announcing that Lodge 66 has a new member and sales agent—Joe B. Gray. Please welcome him to Lodge 66. FAC Sister Mary Alice Langlotz read her monthly letter from State FAC Chester Jenke. Sister Dorothy Veselka of the Cheer and Condolence Committee reported that she sent a sympathy card to the family of Ben Roy Hutyra and will also send a card to the family of Mary Angle. She is sending a get well card to Mary Jane Chudej who had surgery. Sister Veselka congratulated Gene and Dorothy Gerlich on their 58th wedding anniversary on January 20. We missed you at the meeting. Brother Louie Veselka reported that there were no grievances. Bookkeeping Sister Diana Engelke gave the bookkeeping report. Sister Diana Engelke read a resolution of sympathy on Ben Roy Hutyra. May he rest in peace. President Engelke reported that he had no further news on the sale of Linden Hall. President Engelke went to Community State Bank to speak to the banker and discuss the checking account and CD account for Lodge 66 since Darlene Engelke is deceased.
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The banker suggested to President John that since Darlene Engelke is deceased, that her name be removed from these accounts, and we as members need to elect whose names should be on these accounts. The following names have been elected to be on the accounts as of now—Diana Engelke, Mary Alice Langlotz, Michael Galler, and Dorothy Veselka. Door prize winner was Alan Stearnes. The 100 percent winner was George Pauling. January birthday celebrants present were Bernice Pankonien and Alan Stearnes. (Photo appeared in the February 26 Vestnik.) The next meeting is scheduled for February 20 at 2:30 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 76 Wichita Falls meets March 6
SPJST Lodge 76, Wichita Falls will hold its next meeting on Sunday, March 6, 2011, at First Baptist Church of Lakeside City. We hope to see you there. Fraternally, Lodge 76, Wichita Falls Officers —SPJST—
Lodge 80, Holland helps community
Members of SPJST Lodge 80, Holland met February 5, 2011, at 4:10 p.m. President Rita Spinn called the meeting to order. Membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members. Helen Pajestka, Linda Hill, and Janet Lyon were absent. President Rita Spinn read the minutes of the January meeting. They were approved as read. Treasurer Jewel Wolf gave the financial report. Youth Leader Christine Festa gave the youth report. Thank you notes were received from First United Methodist Church of Holland and from Mae Smith. FAC Frank Pajestka, Jr. reported
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domino tournaments in Buckholts and Beyersville. Join Hands Day is May 7. President Spinn reported members who attended the SPJST Awards Banquet from Lodge 80 were Rita Spinn, Curtis Janke, Risa, Frank, Jr., and Cyril Pajestka, Dan and Rayetta Hendrix, J.D. “Pete” and Estelle Coker, Carol Wolf, and Frank Horak. Cyril was one of the top five Fraternalists of the Year. Lodge 80, Holland lost three members recently - Tillie Barabas, Gordon Smith, and Eula Faye Ivey. Friday, May 6 in conjunction with Join Hands Day, Lodge 80 will feed workers who will be working on Holland Park. Sister Rita thanked everyone who contributed to the Weir benefit on Sunday, January 30. Holland Area Chamber of Commerce banquet will be at Lodge 80, Holland hall on February 19 at 6 p.m. Two lodge members will receive 50-year pins - Nancy Liles Raemsch and Vicki Stroud. Niki Jarolik asked permission to sell tickets for Holland Park at bingo night. Risa Pajestka moved, seconded by Dan Hendrix. Motion carried. Tracie Wolf asked for the use of the hall on April 16 to have a dance and silent auction to benefit Holland Park. Coleman Benner moved, seconded by Curtis Wolf. Motion carried. Lodge 80 received a letter to join Holland Area Chamber of Commerce. Vicki Slye moved, seconded by Coleman Benner. Motion carried. Rita Spinn read the new lease agreement. The hall will be used for school testing. Motion was made and seconded and carried. February birthdays are Risa Pajestka, Frank Pajestka, Sr., and Estelle Coker. Curtis and Jewel Wolf celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary on Groundhog Day. Congratulations! On the sick list are Donald Bunte and Darrell Weir. Door prizes were won by Connie Horak, Estelle Coker, Curtis Wolf, Sylveria Tschoerner, and Cyril Pajestka. Meeting adjourned at 4:35 p.m. Next Meeting—March 5 The next meeting will be March 5 at 4 p.m. Fraternally, Estelle Coker, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 91, Crosby meets March 5
Lodge 91, Crosby will hold its first meeting of 2011 on Saturday, March 5 at 11 a.m. at Lee Palace. Lee Palace is located on Garth Road, across from San Jacinto Mall, next to Wings-nMore. We encourage members to attend. Fraternally, Vonda Smesny, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 92 Fort Worth to honor 50-year members
Lodge 92, Fort Worth is inviting its 50- and 75-year members to be honored at our Sunday, March 13, 2011, lodge meeting. We are proud of their commitment and hope to see all of them and their families to acknowledge the longevity of their participation in SPJST. Our 75-year members are Lydia Marie Alholm, Emily Roe, and John B. Shepelwich. Our 50-year members are Terry Dale Hales, Mary Ann Krivanek (our wonderful treasurer), Carl E. Pappas, and Carolyn B. Riehl. Please join us for dinner after the 2 p.m. meeting, and bring the family. Jan Taborsky, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 141, Sealy plans Join Hands Day project
Lodge 141, Sealy held its February meeting at Pizza Hut at 11:30 on Tuesday, February 8, 2011. The meeting was called to order by President Bennie Stolarski with the Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes were read, and the treasurer’s report was given. President Bennie reported on how nice the SPJST Awards Banquet was and suggested that more members should attend next year. It was decided to continue with the Join Hands Day project of placing flags on the graves of veterans. KJT and Woodmen of the World will again be asked to assist along with Girl
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Lodge 169 Brenham meets this Thursday
SPJST Lodge Bluebonnet No. 169, Brenham announces its regular meeting on Thursday, February 24, 2011, at 7 p.m. A social hour will start at 6:30 p.m. at Bilski’s Camphouse, located at 2577 Old Chappell Hill Road in Brenham, Texas 77833. Food and drinks will be provided, and members are invited to bring desserts. Please call Lodge 169 President Donie Strickland (979) 820-8879 if you need directions. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting on the 24th! Fraternally, Donald J. (Donie) Strickland President —SPJST—
Lodge 171 Lockhart meets March 3
Lodge 171, Lockhart will meet Thursday March 3, 2011, at Kreuz Market, located at 619 North Colorado Street in Lockhart. The meal beginning at 6:30 p.m. will be Dutch treat. The meeting will commence following the meal. Plans for the coming year will be made, and officers will be elected. Your input is extremely important for the future success of this lodge. Hope to see all members and prospective members on Thursday, March 3. Fraternally, Lodge 171, Lockhart Officers —SPJST—
Lodge 48, Beyersville Presents 2011 Officers
The 2011 officers of Lodge 48, Beyersville are, seated, left to right, Second Vice President/Hall Manager Bonnie Wolf, Secretary Linda Wuensche, and Reporter Alice Bracewell. BACK: Vice President/FAC Larry Beran, Treasurer Bonnie Urbanek, and President Robert Leshikar.
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The monthly meeting was held and called to order at 7 p.m. on Monday, February 14, 2011, at Lodge 183, located at 3100 Pleasant Valley Drive in Arlington, Texas. Roll of officers was called, and all were present. Present were President Ann Pustejovsky, First Vice President Ella Mikeska, Second Vice President Dorothy Adamek, Financial Secretary Angelina Stiborek, Treasurer Annette Cepak, Secretary/Reporter Darlene Hollingsworth, FAC Debra Daniel, Youth Leaders Kay Weeks, and Trustees Rita Mardis, Randy Adamek, and Raymond Mikeska. Our thoughts and prayers go to Janie Rejcek’s brother-in-law who passed away, Rudy Rejcek, Katelyn Daniel, Janie and Rudy Rejcek’s daughter Sandra, and Robert and Pat Sill’s daughter Kelly. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a prayer of silence was observed for all those who are ill or who have recently been in the hospital. Minutes were read from last month’s meeting by Secretary/Reporter Darlene Hollingsworth. One correction from November’s meeting was the officer elected for 2011 for Secretary/Reporter is Darlene Hollingsworth instead of Donna Sulak. All approved the minutes from October. No minutes were taken for the months of December and January due to Christmas and inclement weather. President Ann Pustejovsky gave the bar report. Ann stated that for October we had 13 bingos and two rentals; in November, we had 11 bingos and two rentals; in December, we had 13 bingos and one rental; and in January we had 13 bingos and one rental. Ann stated that bingo is doing very well. Ann gave the bingo report. Ann stated that Kathy Fitzgerald has taken over the reports for Kenneth Cepak, who recently passed away. Kathy Fitzgerald is the wife of Ed Fitzgerald, our bingo caller for Thursday nights. Welcome, Kathy! Angeline Stiborek gave the insurance report and stated that in November we had one new member and two terminations. In December, there were two terminations. Robert Sill made a motion to approve the new member, and Annette Cepak seconded. All voted and agreed to accept the new member.
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Debra Daniel gave the FAC report. She stated that the District Three Spring Meeting is scheduled for Sunday, May 1, 2011 at Lodge 84, Dallas. The State Domino Tournament is Saturday, March 5 at Lodge 15, Buckholts. Join Hands is Saturday, May 7. She also wished a happy Valentine’s Day to everyone! Kay Weeks gave the youth club report. Kay stated the youth club had its meeting on family night, January 28. Six youths were present, and they worked on camp tee-shirt designs and Vestnik projects. Saturday, March 26 is the Race for Wishes Walk. On Saturday, March 26 and 27, the youth leaders will participate in a workshop at SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm. On Saturday, April 2 and Sunday, April 3, SPJST District Three will have a lockin membership rally. Invite a friend and come and enjoy the fun! Saturday, April 9 is the Komen Tarrant Race for the Cure walk. Sunday, May 1 is the District Three Spring Meeting at Lodge 84, Dallas. More details to follow at a later date. Saturday, May 7 is Join Hands Day. There was nothing to report from the trustees. President Ann Pustejovsky asked Raymond to replace the wood on the back door. Thank you to Tom, Kay, and Milka for showing up for the cleanup before the painters showed up to paint the lodge. Daniel and Mary Ann Roznovsky
Happy Birthday, Robert!
Lodge 48, Beyersville members wished a happy birthday to Robert Leshikar, who celebrated his special day in January.
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attended the SPJST Awards Banquet. Daniel stated that there were 150 to 200 people who attended, and most of them were sales agents. The event started at 1 p.m. The meal was barbecue, and door prizes were given after the meal. Daniel won the second prize. Congratulations!
Old Business President Ann stated that on family night on January 28, donations were given out to the following charities: SMG Baby World, St. Jude, Arlington Mission, SPJST Youth, St. Vincent DePaul, Meals on Wheels, Food Bank, USO, SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive, Women’s Shelter, Irving Care, Tarrant County College-NTS Club, Make a Wish foundation, March of Dimes, and St Vincent DePaul Men’s Club. Tom Week’s announced that St. Vincent DePaul Men’s Club is having a casino night on March 5 starting at 7 p.m. The theme is Mardi Gras, and there will be lots of fun including a band. Also, the fish fry will begin the following week at St. Vincent DePaul during lent.
New Business President Ann stated that bingo is doing really well. We are having 80 to 90 bingo players each night. The kitchen is selling food for the bingo players. Ann stated that we received a letter for a refund from the SPJST Home Office. Robert Sill made a motion to donate $200 for Jerry Mikus for his entry fee for fishing. Dorothy Adamek seconded, and all was in favor to donate $200. Ann thanked Raymond for picking up Jerry and bringing him to the meeting. Ann also thanked everyone for coming to the meeting on Valentine’s Day! No family night will be held in February. We are having family night every other month. The next family night is March 25. Birthday for December was Martha Phillips. January birthdays were Rita Mardis and Annette Cepak, and February birthday is Ed Fitzgerald. We celebrated the birthdays with a delicious red velvet cake bought by Ann. Happy birthday to all of you! Thank you, Ann, for the delicious cake! Raffle was drawn, and $25 was won by Pat Sill! Congratulations! Annette Cepak made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8 p.m. Robert Sill seconded the motion. All was in favor.
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Next Meeting—March 14 The next meeting is March 14. The is the second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at Lodge 183 hall, located at 3100 Pleasant Valley Drive in Arlington. Respectfully submitted, Darlene Hollingsworth Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 191, Lufkin: time for membership dues
Remember, this is your lodge. We are extremely interested in your ideas and opinions on how to make SPJST Lodge 191, Lufkin a better and more enjoyable fraternal organization for all of its members.
Membership Dues It is that time of the year again. Dues remain the same as last year— $12 for regular members (those with SPJST life insurance or annuities) and $15 for social members. Dues may be paid at the dance or mailed to: SPJST P.O. Box 3113 Lufkin, Texas 75903
Committees If you are interested in chairing a committee or serving on a committee, please call Andy or Maria (936) 6341962. Host Committee: Chair – contact members who are willing to host and decorate for monthly dances; Building Committee—Help maintain and service building and equipment; Rental Committee—Help and oversee rentals on the building.
Scholarships Scholarship applications need to be in by March 15. An applicant must be a regular member or child or grandchild of a regular member in good standing with dues paid. The amount of each scholarship is $500. If interested in an application, please contact one of the officers. In Memory of Peggy Gartner Keep the family of Peggy Gartner in your prayers. Peggy was a member of SPJST and passed away January 30 at her residence. Lufkin Dance Club Dance on the second Friday of
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every month. Next dance will be March 11. Food at 7 p.m., and dance from 7:30 until 10:30 p.m. For more information, contact Kathy Riley (936) 634-1635
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Lodge 92, Fort Worth names Valentine’s Dance Sweethearts
Lufkin Pine Squares Square dance lessons are held on Thursday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Angelina County Senior Citizens Center. Cost is $5 per person per lesson. For more information, contact Linda Jumper (936) 875-6217. News If you have any news or information for the newsletter, please call Andy or Maria (936) 634-1962 or email spjst191@yahoo.com. Submitted by, Andy Anderson President —SPJST—
Fort Worth Friendship Club
Due to the ice and snow, the Friendship Club cancelled its February 2 meeting. We had lots of ice then snow on top. Schools and businesses were closed, but by the weekend, we were able to get out. Then, we had a repeat the next week. I along with many others, really had “cabin fever,” and it was so good to get out. It seems all of our members missed seeing each other. Special greetings go out to February birthday celebrants — Alicia Castillo, Maria Gill, Mary Ann Kozel, and Shirley Martin. We will sing “Happy Birthday” to you in March. The next meeting will be on March 2 with hostesses Paula Hall, Linda Horner, and Nettie Naugle.
News I did have occasion to hear from and talk to some of our members and did learn a few things. Harold Balvin fell and broke his hip and currently is in a rehab facility close to Ridgmar Mall. Annie Whitsell is doing well and said that her children bring in food. She eats lots of frozen dinners which she can prepare in the microwave. She said that her eyesight is also getting bad, and she continues to have back problems. Let’s all keep Harold and Annie in our thoughts and prayers. Betty Landsfeld called and wants to send thanks to all her friends who
2. I hope that all of you are enjoying the wonderful weather we are having this week. See you then. So until, keep smiling! Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST—
SPJST ENC sets barbecue cook-off
Lodge 92, Fort Worth’s Starlight Ballroom Valentine’s Dance was held recently. Congratulations to Sweetheart Gracye Hobbs and runnersup Joan Roffe and Janet Baurzikas. —Photo by Garland Ellsworth
called, sent cards, and prayers to her for her recent knee surgery and recovery. Currently, she is staying at the home of her son Wesley and said that she is being treated like a queen. Good for you, Betty; just enjoy every minute of it. First, Sharron Connelly’s heating system went out during the first ice/snow days. She had electricity so she stayed in bed with an electric blanket. It turned out to be her thermostat which she got repaired, then her well water froze. I believe all is well now. Tracy Horn has been suffering from a sinus infection. She also has had plumbing problems. She had a broken pipe under the house. Hopefully, by now, she has that repaired. She was also saddened about the death of a longtime friend Fred Kubiak who died in Bremond, Texas. He and his family were Polish friends who lived in Fort Worth at one time. She said the service was beautiful. A friend from Houston came and played the violin. Congratulations to Lois Smith who was voted “Sweetheart” at the SPJST Lodge 92 Ladies Circle. Their new President Marlene Bass ushers at the 10:30 mass at my church so we always get to have a little visit. I recall writing about Ella Greer’s triplet grandsons in the past and now hear that at their shool they had ethnic day and were supposed to bring ethnic food. Naturally, they called their Grandmother Ella. For one, Ella made small kolaches, and for another, she made small pigs-in-a-blanket. I didn’t hear what she made for the third one.
Anyway, the kolaches and pigs-in-ablanket really went over big, and the kids were taking them by the hands full. If they were anything like the cakes Ella and her sister Ann make, they were delicious. I spoke with Marie Keller. She said that all of her Friendship Club friends have missed going to mass each morning and seeing each other. She said that everyone at the two St. Thomas tables are doing fine and are tired of staying home during the ice/snow days. Willie Mae Becan called to say that Kitty Rippen had eye surgery and is doing great. Kitty, we hope to see you at the next meeting. Linda Horner said that her mother Lucille Kret is home. Health care comes to her apartment during the week to give her therapy. Hopefully, she will be able to come the next meeting. Also, I heard that Mary Ann Krivanek had been sick, but that she is now back to normal and back to doing all her volunteer work. Lil Kosarek and I attended the Texas Czech Genealogical Society’s conference in Caldwell the other weekend along with our friends Joe and Joyce Ehrenberger of Dallas. It was a most interesting meeting, and we learned lots about genealogy research. It was also nice to see our friend Merlene Bravenec from Temple. They always have a raffle or auction, and this time I won a bottle of Slivovice. The next meeting will be on March
SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm announces its Second Annual Barbecue Cook-off on Saturday, April 30, 2011. The cook-off will include brisket, pork spare ribs, chicken, jackpot beans, and cook’s choice. The minimum payout is 50 percent, and three places are guaranteed. IBCA rules will be followed. All proceeds will benefit Cooper Farm/SPJST ENC. Participants and attendees are invited to enjoy a free polka/country dance after the awards ceremony. BYOB. Registration information is available at www.spjstenc.com or by calling ENC Director Donnie Howard (512) 968-4021 or ENC Executive Director John Hoelscher (979) 325-9831. SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm is located at 2001 Waldeck Road in Ledbetter, Texas. Submitted by, John Hoelscher ENC Executive Director SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
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Reunion notices are published at no charge and as a benefit to our SPJST members. First-run announcements may be edited to fit the space. Thereafter, and until the week prior to the reunion date and as space permits, notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Please include your SPJST lodge name/number and your contact phone number. Thank you! March 6 Descendants of Tannich-Brovec families—Nohavitza, Ulbrich, Voitle, Sebesta, Mueck, Urban, Anhaiser, Sekerka, Fojtik, Holloway, Kunschick, Koch, Klimple, Perkins, Shimek, York, Socha, Kubesch, and Petersen—at New Bielau Community Center, on FM 155, south of Weimar, at 11 a.m. Submitted by Lee Roy H. Petersen, Lodge 88, Houston April 9, 10 Descendants of Joseph and Theresa Wick Dobecka and Theresa Wick
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Dobecka and Joseph Pratka—at Dubina Parish Hall, Dubina, Texas. Included are children and families of Frank and Mary (Naizer) Dobecka, Joe and Mary (Dobecka) Kubesch, Rudolf and Agnes (Dobecka) Hollek; Cyril and Anna (Dobecka) Sassin; Joe and Antonio (Peter) Dobecka; Joe and Anna (Pokulda) Dobecka; John and Albina (Bartosh) Dobecka; Louis and Adela (Marak) Pratka; and Emil and Angline (Parma) Pratka. Contact Shirley Dobecka Caesar (817) 9807501; or visit www.dobecka.com for more information. Submitted by Toni Akers, Lodge 130, Dallas.
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Teachers in Space offers historic flight opportunity
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
In the summer of 2011, high-school science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) teachers will have the chance to fly experiments on an early unmanned flight of a suborbital reusable launch vehicle (RLV). The Excelsior STEM mission was announced here today by Teachers in Space, a nonprofit project of the Space Frontier Foundation. Speaking at the annual Space Exploration Educators Conference, Teachers in Space project manager Edward Wright said, “Excelsior STEM will provide a historic opportunity for high-school STEM teachers to gain hands-on experience with space-science hardware.” The Excelsior STEM mission will fly on a vehicle built and operated by Masten Space Systems, based at Mojave Air and Space Port in Mojave, California. Teachers will build exper-
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iments for the mission during a Suborbital Flight Experiment Workshop that will take place August 1-5 at the NASA Dryden Flight Research Center’s AERO Institute in Palmdale, California. The workshop is being developed under a cooperative agreement between Teachers in Space and NASA. NASA Ames Research Center is helping to develop educational experiment kits that teachers will assemble during the workshop. “In the past, build/fly workshops have enabled teachers and students to fly experiments on sounding rockets and high-altitude balloons,” Wright said. “Unfortunately, those flight opportunities were rare and expensive. We are about to enter a new era in space exploration. Companies like Masten Space Systems are developing suborbital reusable launch vehicles — fully reusable rocketships — that will bring about a revolution in frequent, low-cost access to space. “Suborbital RLVs will provide reliable and affordable flight opportunities for scientists, teachers, and
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students. These vehicles are still in the early stages of development. Excelsior STEM will provide teachers with a unique early flight opportunity. By introducing teachers to the next generation of space hardware at this early stage, we are opening the door for many more education flights in the future. Within a few years students flying space experiments will be a routine part of STEM education.” In addition to the Suborbital Flight Experiment Workshop, Teachers in Space announced four other workshops for high-school teachers — a Space Medicine and Human Factors workshop and three Suborbital Astronautics Workshops — all to take place during the summer of 2011.
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Additional information and workshop applications can be found at: www.teachersinspace.org/workshops.htm. —SPJST—
In Memoriam
he married my sister couldn’t resist her then discovered too late he got more than he wished fer! —SPJST—
SPJST Financial University
Preparing for your Tax Preparer — What do you really need to have? By James L. Lee, III, CPA
It’s that time of year many may be dreading – tax season. Whether a tax advisor prepares your taxes or you handle them yourself, it’s always a good idea to organize the necessary documents beforehand. Use this checklist to determine what you’ll need to prepare your taxes. James L. Lee, III
Employment and income records • W-2 forms for each employer • Pension and annuity statements • Alimony received • Partnership and trust income • Scholarship and fellowship awards • State and local income tax files Self-employment records • K-1 forms on all partnerships • Receipts and documentation for business-related expenses
Homeowner records • Form 1098 for mortgage interest • Form 1099-S if you’ve sold your home or other real estate • Second mortgage interest • Real estate taxes • Moving expenses Financial assets • Interest income statements • Dividend income statements
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Broker transaction proceeds Tax refunds Unemployment compensation Retirement plan distributions
Financial liabilities and expenses • Student loan interest • Medical savings accounts • Charitable donations • Adoption expenses • Alimony paid • Childcare expenses • Education expenses • Investment expenses Other documentation • IRA, Keogh, SEP and other retirement plan contributions • Income from other sources, such as real estate, rentals, etc. • Prior Year tax return
The common mistake many taxpayers make is to put off tax planning until the end of the year or right before tax filing. If you haven’t done so already, contact your financial advisor or CPA about the many benefits of year-round tax planning so April 15 won’t seem as daunting in the future.
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—
Expression of Sympathy
We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of Lodge Karel Havlicek No. 4, Hallettsville, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincerest and deepest sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed lodge brother, ALPHONSE “A.C.” CLARENCE RABEL, age 82, who passed away on Tuesday, January 11, 2011, in Tomball. He was born on September 2, 1928, in Hallettsville. He is preceded in death by wife Pauline Rabel; and parents Joseph and Mary Rabel. He is survived A.C. Rabel by sons Darrell Rabel and wife Donna and Donald Rabel and wife Karen; grandchildren Crystal Flowers, Kristine Ashmead, Kylee Rabel, and Traci Schultz; greatgranddaughter Ashlynn Flowers; and brother Marvin Rabel and wife Lillian. The family hosted visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, January 13 at Rosewood Funeral Home in Humble. Funeral service for Mr. Rabel was held at 10 a.m. Friday, January 14 at Rosewood Funeral Home in Humble. Interment immediately followed at Rosewood Memorial Park. Resolution Committee Victoria Zak Gayenell Chudej —SPJST—
In Memory of William Mogonye
William Mike “Billy” Mogonye passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 9, 2011, in Austin, Texas at the age of 82 with his nieces by his side. Billy was born December 9, 1928, in Elgin, Texas to Mike and Sophia (Kladoerba) Mogonye. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin. He grew up and lived on a farm just north of Elgin most of his life until health issues necessitated a move to a retirement center in Austin. Following in the steps of his ancestors, Billy farmed and raised cattle on the land passed down from his grandfather. He cared for his parents on the farm until their passing. He enjoyed hunting, country music, and Saturday nights out with his friends. Billy was a true country gentleman, assisting the ladies at the retirement center to their tables at mealtime before settling into his own assigned place. Until his health failed, he participated in many activities at the retirement center and won several medals in the Austin Nursing Home Games competitions. In addition to his parents, Billy was preceded in death by brother Joe; and sisters Olga, Frances, Agnes, and Alvina. He is survived by nieces Carolyn Grove and Patty Scott of Austin; nephews Jerry Schwartz and Lawrence Schwartz, Jr. of San Antonio, Gary Beran of Adkins, and Rudolph Johns of Marshalltown, Iowa; and numerous great-nieces and nephews. Friends were invited to a visitation from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, February 12 at Cook Walden Funeral Home, Austin. Funeral service took place at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, February 13 at Cook Walden Funeral Home. Interment was at Elgin City Cemetery in Elgin at 3 p.m. Condolences may be left at www.cookwaldenfuneralhome.com. Respectfully submitted, Evelyn Gustafson —SPJST—
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Lodge 9, Snook youth invites all to donkey basketball
Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 9, Snook “Sophomore Class” members are participating in a game of donkey basketball on Wednesday, March 2, 2011, at 6 p.m. We will also be serving burger baskets at 5 p.m. for $6 each. Tickets to the event are $6 in advance and $8 at the door. If you need tickets, please see one of our youth club members (Cody Dever, Robert Lewis, or myself). Our March youth club meeting will
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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
be rescheduled due to this event. Please come out and support us for a night filled with lots of fun and laughter! Fraternally submitted, Zachary Shelfer —SPJST—
Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club Delivers Valentines, Hugs, and Smiles
SPJST Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club members met Sunday, February 6, 2011, for their monthly meeting. The youth made more than 60 valentine-themed door hangers and magnets for Garden Villa Nursing Home residents. On Tuesday evening, February 8, Youth Leader Lisa Bubela and youth members Sarah Supak, Luc Marcaurele, and Jeremy Supak met at the nursing home to visit residents and hand deliver valentines around to the rooms. The women and men of Garden Villa were excited and very talkative. Young Luc was pulled in for many hugs, and many handshakes and smiles were given by Sarah and Jeremy. Youth and charge nurses pictured above displaying some of the valentines are, left to right, Sarah Supak, Laura Martinez, Luc Marcaurele, Carolina Rodriguez, and Jeremy Supak.
Lodge 17 New Tabor youth reports on February meeting
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
The February 2011 meeting at SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club was great. There were lots of door prizes! I always like it when it’s my turn to bring items for Adopt-aSoldier. I think it’s good that we are supporting our troops in whatever way we can. All of us brought handmade valentines for the people who live in nursing homes in Caldwell. This month’s meeting was special because I brought a friend whom I have wanted to join SPJST for a long time. I think he had a good time and is going to join. Then, we will have the SPJST Four Musketeers - Dillon, Brandon, Laramie, and Mason! Sincerely, Brandon J. Powell —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth wins first place ribbon
Dear Readers, I had fun at the Expo Center in Belton because I received a first place champion ribbon for my knife. Next Sunday, we will have our District Two skating party at Skate Haven. I hope to see you there! Fraternally, Chase Alexander —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth wins reserve grand champion
Dear Readers, This past week was the Bell County Youth Fair. I placed in many things and got a reserve grand champion award, but did not get to go to auction. My cousin Brooke went to auction and sold her fryer rabbits. Fraternally, Brady Alexander —SPJST—
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Well, it is official! I am going to be a Bearkat! I will be attending Sam Houston State University in Huntsville this fall. My parents took my friend Haley Stifflemire and me for a visit, and I am really liked the campus. I am excited to be majoring in biology with a minor in education.
It is a busy time because I am working on scholarships and getting things ready for graduation and college. I only have three more SPJST youth club meetings, so it is a little sad to think that my time in New Tabor Youth Club is about to come to an end. I am sure I will stop in for a visit when I am home on the first Sundays of the month! Fraternally yours, Colby Havemann 2007 SPJST State King —SPJST—
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2011 Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest Results
This year’s tee-shirt contest featured 120 creative entries. Congratulations to Colby Havemann of Lodge 17, New Tabor. He is the grand prize winner of the 2011 SPJST Camp TeeShirt Design Contest. His design will appear on this year’s camp tee-shirts. Congratulations to the following age category winners:
Ages K to 8 Allison Rigler Lodge 17, New Tabor Ages 9 to 11 Denae Bronikowski Lodge 88, Houston
Ages 12 to 14 Katelyn Daniel Lodge 183, Arlington
Ages 15 to High School Senior Colby Havemann Lodge 17, New Tabor
Colby will receive a $100 WalMart gift card for his grand prize. Age category winners each will receive $75 Wal-Mart gift cards. Thanks to all participants for sharing their designs based on the theme “SPJST Sailabration 2011.”
Ages K to 8 Winner Allison Rigler Lodge 17, New Tabor
District One Lodge 17, New Tabor Meghan Blum Tabor Dowell Brittanie Gaas Colby Havemann Dillon Narro Macy Narro Jeremy Ree Allison Rigler Cameron Suehs District Two Lodge 18, Elgin TJ Anderson Brandon Bowen Mikhaila Nelson
Lodge 20, Granger Journie Gaines Skylee Houston Ramsey Washam
Lodge 24, Cyclone Sam Vanicek Lodge 29, Taylor Chandee Bachmeyer Brandon Girod Hailey Girod Basil Mohad Dounia Mohad Najatt Mohad Brooke Newsom Collin Whatley Kaitlyn Whatley Lodge 47, Seaton Brady Alexander Chase Alexander Brandon Hoelscher Brooke Hoelscher
Ages 9 to 11 Winner Denae Bronikowski Lodge 88, Houston
Justin Kraatz Abbey Fulton Mitchan Bayley Fulton Mitchan
Lodge 48, Beyersville Kayla Hannington Miranda Nira Kacie Vanecek Amy Wuensche Kayla Wuensche Trent Wuensche Trevor Wuensche Lodge 80, Holland Brienna Correll Alexis Festa Garrett Festa Nichole Festa Ryan Festa Jacob Horak Shelby Horak Lodge 87, Temple Colton Ammons Wyatt Ammons Ryan Davidson Vanessa Davilla Briley Lincycomb Christopher Mojica Cierra Mojica Hayley Nored
Lodge 187, Round Rock Mirynda Smith
District Three Lodge 6, Cottonwood Carter Charanza Quinlan Dobecka Rendon Dobecka Dakota Holder Christian Romero
Lodge 162, Iowa Colony Cole Collins Mackenzie Collins Zachary Collins Jaci Malovets Alyssa Moyle Avery Moyle
Lodge 25, Ennis Erica Clark Madeline Clark Amanda Droste Brandon Droste April Dvorak Misty Dvorak Austen Holland Reagan Langer Hanna Slovak Hayley Slovak
District Six Lodge 30, Taiton Ryan Drapela
Lodge 84, Dallas Elisabeth Cowan Scott Cowan Melinda McClellan Zachary McManus
Lodge 154, Fort Worth Rachael Humphreys Clark Jones Macy Jones Reid Jones Dylan Kearney Angel Pace Lodge 183, Arlington Levi Adamek Katelyn Daniel Gena Weeks Katie Weeks Tommy Weeks
District Five Lodge 88, Houston Denae Bronikowski Ryan Bronikowski Reanna Perez Robert Perez Allison Wockenfuss Keith Wockenfuss
Ages 12 to 14 Winner Katelyn Daniel Lodge 183, Arlington
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Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje Colby Cerny Cory Cerny Craig Cerny Cynthia Garcia Felicia Garcia Sky Garcia Nicole Laitkep Zakary Laitkep Trianna Manzano Kelly Taylor Kierra Taylor
District Seven Lodge 107, Floresville Briley Strey
Lodge 185, New Braunfels Ethan Hilbig Tyler Hilbig Leah McDonald
Lodge 202, Jourdanton Amanda Hoggard Lane Hoggard Sammy Hoggard Kelly House Michelle House Angel Valdez, II Samara Valdez
Ages 15 to High School Senior Winner Colby Havemann Lodge 17, New Tabor
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BENEVOLENCE
ROČNÍK 99 CISLO 8
Czech Words, Phrases
Basic Czech Phrases Continued.
Fun Czech Phrases
Z technických důvodů zavřeno. Closed due to technical reasons.
Lidskost
Česká
Příští zastávka: Náměstí Republiky Next stop: Náměstí Republiky Máte přání? May I help you?
Dám si jedno pivo prosím. I'll have a beer please. Kolik to stojí? = How much does it cost?
Zaplatíme. We’re ready to pay. (asking for the bill at a restaurant) Je tu obsazeno? Is this seat taken?
Smím prosit? Would you like to dance? —SPJST—
Bratrstvi´
Část
Slovanská Podporující Jednota Státu Texas
Uředni orgán SPJST Založené roku 1897
Toto je životopis Emila E. Matuly, narozený 1918, zemřel 2011.
Volané číslo neexistuje The number you are calling does not exist.
Ukončete výstup a nástup, dveře se zavírají! Stop getting off or getting on, the doors are closing! (Prague subway announcement)
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Emil Matula Lodge 133, San Antonio
Můj tatínek byl Joe E. Matula a moje maminka byla Emílie Konečný, můj staříček byl Anton Matula z městečka Sklenov u Příboru na Moravě. Do Ameriky přijel v roce 1862. Moje stařenka byla Theresa Kubalová z Hostýna v Texasu. Moje maminka byla dcera Franka a Theresy Konečných, která byla rozená Mikulenčák z Weir, Texas. Maminka a tatínek se brali dne 20. října 1917, pak si našli práci v Rice hotelu v Houstoně, Texas. .Maminka kuchařila a tatínek dělal v restaurantě a umýval nádobí. V únoře 1918 si tatínek našel práci ve Westu,Texas a najali si dům. Oba dělali plátno na picáky a vozové plachty. Já jsem se narodil 4. dubna 1918 a když jsem měl 7 měsíců, onemocněl jsem na tu vojenskou chřipku. Horečku jsem měl 104 až 105 stupňů a doktoři ve Westu pravili mamince a tatínkovi, že nemají medecínu a že nebudu žít víc než dva dny, když horečka nepoleví. Tatínek šel do obchodu kupovat jídlo a když kupoval jídlo, přišel do
obchodu vojenský lékař a žena povídala lékaři, že jsem měl tu velikou horečku. On přišel k tatínkovi, zeptal se, jestli může s ním jít a na mě se podívat. Přehlédl mě, povídal mamince, aby mu dala alkohol a tatínkovi pravil, aby otevřel všechny dveře a okna. Povídal mamince, aby mně nechala našeho (alkoholu) a čekat, jestli nepřestane horečka. O deseti hodinách horečka přestala a ráno v osm hodin jsem běžel a byl jsem hladný a začal jsem pít mléko z hrnce. Ten lékař přijel z První světové války a měl zkušenosti s vojáky, když měli tu nemoc na vojně. Pán Bůh poslal toho lékaře, aby mě zachránil život. Děkuji Pánu Bohu. V roce 1921 staříček Matula pronajal 80 akrů pole asi jednu míly od jeho farmy od přítele pana Kaděrky a půjčil tatínkovi peníze, aby si koupil mule a ostatní stroje, co potřeboval na farmě a pole bylo dobré a úrody byly velice dobré. Strýček Matula a stařenka byli velice šťastní lidé, že již měli prvního vnuka blízko. Nyní čekali druhého vnuka. Dne 11. prosince 1922 se narodil můj bratr Edward Matula a tak staříček a stařenka měli dva vnuky a celá rodina byla šťastná. V roce 1924 se Anton Kaděrka oženil a pan Kaděrka dal a pronajal pole svému synovi. Tatínek pronajal 75 akrů pole od pana Louise Červenky asi 10 mil na sever a 6 mil na západ od Granger, Texas blízko Willis potoka a strýc Rudolf Matula se nastěhoval co pacholek na pozemek. Pan Červenka chtěl, pokud farmář měl více než 50 akrů pole,aby měl nájemce pacholka a pamatuji si, jak strýček Adolf Matula vezl velkou fůru bálů cukrové třtiny na vozu a když přijel na ten kopeček, vůz se převrátil, ale mule zůstaly stát a strýček nebyl zraněný. —SPJST—
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~ Panorama ~
A love of pork
In this week’s edition of Panorama, a taste of country life in Prague: city hall organizes a pigslaughtering feast on Náměstí Míru. Listen RealAudio: 16kbps32kbps; Download: MP3.
Winter is traditionally a time of pig slaughtering feasts in the country. Described in graphic detail in Bohumil Hrabal’s novel Postřižiny (translated into English as “Cutting It Short”), a pig-slaughtering fest is not for the faint-hearted. It involves seeing a pig put down and quartered by a professional butcher and village women going about the task of making a wide variety of pork dishes – blood soup, pork goulash with entrails, head cheese, pork scratchings, and a variety of sausages.
In olden days, a pig-slaughtering feast spelled prosperity – an open door day with not only close relatives, but the entire village invited to drop in for a bit of good cheer. A pig fest meant good food, drink, and merrymaking. And that is exactly the atmosphere Prague city hall aimed to create on one of its main squares – Náměstí Míru – a stone’s throw from Czech Radio. When I arrived just before midday, the merrymaking was in full swing –
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the smell of roast pork wafted on the air, and people surrounded half a dozen stands where cooks demonstrated the art of making various pork dishes, most of which were on sale, to be washed down by beer and brandy.
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by Dr. Bob Uzzel Lodge 6, Cottonwood
Náměstí Míru “We’re making jítrnice – mainly from pork entrails - bits of liver, lungs and pork stock with bread, onions, garlic, and other seasoning. We mince it and press it into casings made from pork guts.” As people queued for the white and black sausages, pork scratchings and head cheese, I gave a pig’s carcass hanging out in the open a wide berth and walked to a throng of people crowding ‘round the Good Soldier Švejk who was there with a group of soldiers and clearly having a smashing time toasting the Emperor’s health. Obviously, this was no entertainment for the young generation. Most visitors were over 50, and many had nostalgic memories of pig-slaughtering feasts from their native village.
Man: We really like it here. Woman: It’s a great idea. We love to eat this stuff. Old man: It’s a bit different from what I remember because here I am on Náměstí Míru. My uncle used to have pig fests that were famous near and far, and I guess the village atmosphere is hard to imitate, but otherwise it’s very well done. I take my hat off to them. It’s a success. — Daniela Lazarová
http://www.radio.cz/en/section/panorama/a-love-of-pork-kafka-andyo-yoing; 03-02-2011 18:02; © 1996–2011 Český rozhlas.
—SPJST—
The 22nd Annual International Military Chief Chaplains Conference was held in Prague, Czech Republic, from January 31 to February 4, 2011. This conference is the highest annual meeting of major representatives of military chaplaincy of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the Partnership for Peace Programme countries. The conference was attended by more than 80 delegates from 37 countries of the world and held under the auspices of Alexandr Vondra, Minister of Defense of the Czech Republic, and Admiral James Stavridis, Supreme Allied Commander of Europe. Besides representatives of chaplaincies, other military and civilian officials delivered presentations. In February 1990, the United States European Command (USEUCOM) coordinated a NATO Chiefs of Chaplains Conference in Stuttgart, Germany. The purpose was to provide a forum for dialogue and discussion to enhance interoperability and foster cooperation and communication among national element chaplains during combined NATO operations. The second conference was held in 1991, at Church House, British Army of the Rhine, Lubbecke, Germany. At that conference, participants discussed expanding the forum to include nations of the former Warsaw Pact. Hungary, Romania, Czechoslovakia, and Poland sent observers, and the conference title was changed to the North American/European Chiefs of Chaplains Conference. The 1992 conference held in Rome was the first annual conference to be held outside of Germany. It was sponsored by USEUCOM and co-hosted by the Ministry of Defense of Italy. This model of USEUCOM as sponsor and co-host with the Ministry of Defense of the host nation has continued throughout the subsequent conferences. Eventually, the name was changed to the International Military Chiefs of Chaplains Conference. Prague, which was the site of the 1997 conference, is the first city to host a second conference. The chaplains were greeted by
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Prague’s Roman Catholic Archbishop Dominik Duka and other dignitaries before joining in a common prayer by Christian, Jewish, and Muslim chaplains. Archbishop Duka said that he has heard a Muslim imam praying in a Catholic church before. He explained that “The old Austro-Hungarian army had imams since the 1870s for its Bosnian troops. So armies in Central Europe were used to Christian ministers as well as Jewish rabbis and those who took care of the needs of Muslim soldiers.”
Most chaplains in attendance were Christian but there were a few rabbis and one Muslim cleric—Ali Eddaoudi, who was born in Morocco but grew up in the Netherlands and is now the chief imam of the Dutch army. The meeting began at the Military Church, a medieval stone building that serves as the home of the Czech Military Chaplaincy. Other events took place at the Premonstratensian Monastery, the Dominican Monastery, and the former Jewish ghetto. At the latter, a meeting was held with the
Wednesday Evening Czech Language Class (extemporaneous)—at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home, No. 1, Taylor, 500 East Lake Drive, Taylor, 6 to approximately 8 p.m. Informal gathering for the purpose of listening to Czech, and reading and speaking Czech.
sole shoes are needed. A New York choreographer will teach a dance combination from the play. All performers will be paid a stipend. For information, call (979) 250-1843; or visit www.heartofthetintrunk.com.
Czech Cultural Calendar
March 4 Fort Bend County CHS Annual Soup Tasting Supper—at SPJST Lodge 81, Needville, 5 to 8 p.m. Submitted by Glenn McDonald, Lodge 81, Needville. March 5 Singing Auditions for Heart of the Tin Trunk—at Second Baptist Church, La Grange. Children ages seven to 12, 10 a.m.; teens and adults, 2 p.m. Call backs for singers and readings for actors will be held by appointment. Rehearsals begin June 2. For information, call (979) 2501843; or visit www.heartofthetintrunk.com.
March 6 Bexar County Czech Heritage Society Dance—at Martinez Social Club, 7791 FM 1346 at FM 1516, San Antonio, 2 to 6 p.m. For information, call (210) 648-2681.
March 13 Texas Polka Music Museum Annual Fundraiser—at West KC Hall, just off of I-35 North in West, Texas: dance, silent auction, limited live auction, hourly drawings, and more. Doors open at 11 a.m. Fundraiser provides funds to support TPMM in historic downtown Schulenburg, 625 North Main Street. Museum hours: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come to a fun-filled afternoon and help support the Museum. Submitted by Glen Chervenka, Lodge 24, Cyclone. March 26 Dance Auditions for Heart of the Tin Trunk—at City of La Grange Randolph Center, 653 E. Pearl Street, LaGrange Texas. Ages 14 and up. Appropriate dance clothing and soft
Through March 30 Wednesday Evenings Czech Language Class in Ennis— in the kitchen area of the KJT Hall, 1216 South Paris Street, Ennis, 7 to 9 p.m. Course covers proper pronunciation, basic grammar, reading, and vocabulary, plus Czech history/cultural presentations. Class is free. Course is presented by SPJST Lodge 180, Burleson members Joe and Alice Janecka and Ellis County Chapter of the Texas Czech Heritage Society. For information, email joejanecka@att.net or call (817) 295-3068. Submitted by Joe Janecka, Lodge 180, Burleson.
Through April 1 “A History of the Brave Czech Nation” Exhibit—at Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, Temple, on the corner of Third and West French Streets. Exhibit is a large rendition - over six feet tall and 80 feet long - of the book “The History of the Brave Czech Nation” by Lucie Seifertová, one of Czech Republicʼs bestknown childrenʼs book authors/ illustrators. CHM hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Submitted by Sandi Wicker, CHM Executive Director/Lodge 177, Academy. Through May 10 Tuesday Evenings BVCHS, CEFT Czech Language Class—in the Saint Joseph Catholic Church Parish Activity Center, 700 East 26th Street in Bryan, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $35 tuition fee. Classes accommodate beginners, advanced speakers. Open to anyone who is interested. Instructor is Mr. Petr Antene. For information, contact Lou Zaeske, BVCHS President, by phone (979) 846-2035; or by email louzaeske@aol.com. Submitted by Lou Zaeske, Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station.
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supreme rabbi. Roman Catholic services were held at the Chapel of Saint Adalbert, Orthodox services were held at the Chapel of Saint Nicolas, and Protestant services were held at Jan Hus Church. The theme was “Military Chaplain as Ethical Advisor.” Col. Brian Van Sickle, command chaplain for USEUCOM, worked with the Czech Army to organize the conference. He said: “What we hope to do is to use the opportunity to discuss not only lessons learned but ways we might think of the foundations of our ethics—is it our own faith—or is it a particular perspective of a Muslim, Jew, Christian, whatever. So we hope to share and find some common ground and to make all of us better equipped to deal with the warriors who are faced with ethical challenges every day, in the battlefield and when they come home. That’s a big, tall order, and we probably won’t get all the way there, but we’ll at least begin and elevate each of us.” From all indications, chaplains in attendance found the experience very valuable. Some very interesting photographs of the conference are found on the Facebook page of Military Chaplains in Europe. —SPJST—
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Texas Polka Music Museum annual fundraiser set for March 13
The Texas Polka Music Museum’s annual fundraiser is set for Sunday, March 13, 2011. The afternoon’s activities will includes a dance, silent auction, limited live auction, hourly drawings, and more. Two young, upcoming polka bands—Czechaholics and Ennis Czech Boys—will battle it out from 1 to 6 p.m. The fundraiser will be held at the West KC Hall, just off of I-35 North in West, Texas. The doors will open at 11 a.m. with the KCs offering a beef tip dinner with all the trimmings. West KCs are known for their good food. TPMM is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of polka music in Texas. The museum has on display pictures and histories of bands, dance posters, LP record jacket, instruments, and band attire. One section of the museum is dedicated to polka DJs with an actual radio station setup.
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A theater room has video clips of many bands. The fundraiser provides funds to support the museum which is located in historic downtown Schulenburg at 625 North Main Street. Museum hours are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come to a fun-filled afternoon and help support the museum. —SPJST—
Lodge 81 Needville to host Fort Bend CHS soup tasting
Fort Bend County Czech Heritage Society has rescheduled its soup tasting supper for Friday, March 4, 2011, at SPJST Lodge 81, Needville from 5 to 8 p.m. The event was originally
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scheduled to be held in February but was postponed due to inclement weather. Glenn McDonald Lodge 81, Needville —SPJST—
Help Wanted
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF CHILDREN! Cooper Farm is seeking program assistants to help facilitate programs during the summer time. Program assistants will help with all aspects of camp operation and receive compensation based on experience with room and board while the facility is in operation. Qualified candidates must be able to communicate with groups of people, work outdoors in extreme weather, pass a Red Cross Open Water Certification, work in high places (ropes course), get along with others, and be upbeat about the jobs they are doing. For those interested, please contact John Hoelscher at (979) 325-9831 or office (979) 249-5674 or email spjstenc@gmail.com.
SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts invites you to the State Straight Domino Tournament Saturday, March 5 Come to Lodge 15 - the Domino Capital of Central Texas! Lodge 15, Buckholts is . . . Good Food - Good Folks - Good Times! Tournament begins at 9 a.m. Both SPJST members and non-members are welcome to play. Entry fee is $7 for members; $15 for non-members and includes snacks and a delicious lunch. SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts Hall Located at 600 State Highway 36, east of Buckholts. Call Tammy at (800) 727-7578 to register.
Annual Texas Polka Fest
Sunday, March 13 Ennis Czech Boys The Czechoholics Music and Dancing • 1 to 6 p.m. KC Hall • West, Texas
Hourly door prizes, limited live auction, silent auction (items accepted that day). Admission $10 per person. Hall opens 11 a.m. KC kitchen will serve beef tips and trimmings meal - $8
For more info, call Glen/Freda Chervenka (979) 589-2600 or Herb/Lil Schneider (281) 807-3244 West KC Hall is at 2547 Jerry Mashek Dr. Exit 255 off I-35 to East, turn right at first stop sign, follow road.
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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, February 25—Social night, 6 p.m. Friday, March 4—Social night, 6 p.m. followed by Lodge 6 meeting, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, March 6—RVOS Lodge No. 46 membership meeting/luncheon; registration 11 a.m. Friday, March 18—Trustees meeting, 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 25—Social night, 6 p.m. Friday, April 1—Social night, 6 p.m.
Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Directions: From IH35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light, stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take FM 2114 east 3 miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road. Lodge hall is on the right, 1/2 mile down the road. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: (254) 8260005. 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, February 27—Fritz Hodde and The Fabulous Six, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person Sunday, March 11—Leroy Rybakʼs Swinging Orchestra, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7/person
Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534; band bookings-Artie Monson (512) 281-3711; Hall phone: (512) 285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davila, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Rita Marburger (512) 859-2584. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Directions: 12 miles south of Schulenburg in Moravia. From Highway 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West four miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North; go one mile. Hall is on the right. Lodge Meetings: Tuesday after the second Sunday in March, June, and September, 7:30 p.m.; and the first Sunday of December, 2 p.m.
LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Burlington. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit at blinking light on Hwy 53 to FM 485; go one mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Wilbert Mikeska (254) 985-2484; Hall phone: (254) 985-2393; wmmike@peoplepc.com. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Visit www.spjstflaghall.com.
LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) 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) Wednesday, February 23—Live music by the Bobby Jay Five Band, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, February 26—Glen Ellis Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday 6 to 9 p.m. All Friday night dances have free admission.
Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, turn from Hwy. 95 onto East 11th. Turn left on Washburn at the “T”. Veer right on Thorndale Road. Go 1.8 miles on FM 619 to the hall. (From Hwy 79, turn left on FM 619, go .8 mile to the hall.) Hall Rental Information: (512) 352-9139; Hall Phone: (512) 352-9139. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Music: Second and fourth Wednesday of the month/music by Bobby Jay Five Band; Fridays, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.; grilled cheese sandwiches and oldfashioned 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, February 26—Heart of Texas Road Gang Saturday, March 5—Flat Rock Junction Saturday, March 19—Texas Style Saturday, March 26—Cherokee Rose
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: Brenda Cox (979) 543-7171; 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 every Monday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. $100 games every week; jackpot every week is $400. 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, March 5—Jerry Haisler, 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, March 12—Private Saturday, March 19—Red Ravens Saturday, March 26—Private Saturday, April 2—Open
Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy 53, Temple. Directions: Star Hall is 5 miles east of Temple Hwy 53 (Adams Avenue). Seaton Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Edwin Pechal (254) 9842255; 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.
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LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: Go east on alternate Hwy 79 south of Taylor. Take a right on FM 619; go about 4 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (512) 365-3733. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Youth Leader Donna Vanecek: (512) 365-5717 donnavanecek@yahoo.com. Lodge 48, Beyersville holds ladiesʼ Bunco night on the second Tuesday of each month. A light meal is served at 6:30 p.m. followed by Bunco games then wrap up with the distribution of prizes, and eating desserts.
LODGE 49, ROWENA (4) Lodge Hall: 706 FM 2133, Rowena. Hall Rental Information: (325) 442-4841. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. at the hall
LODGE 51, ELLINGER (1) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Ellinger Fire Department, Ellinger.
LODGE 54, WEST (3) Lodge Hall: 1201 North Davis Street, West. Directions: From IH35, take the West exit; go to blinking light, take a right onto Oak Street. Go two blocks to Davis Street, turn left. Continue on Davis Street and after you pass the middle school, Lone Star Hall is in the next block on the left. 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 (254) 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) 793-4742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From IH35 East in Dallas, take IH20 East. From IH20 East, take the IH45 exit toward downtown Dallas. IH45 runs into Hwy 75. From Hwy 75, take a right at the Bryan Street exit. From Bryan Street, turn right on Cantreal Street and go until you come to Floyd Street and turn right. Hall is the second building on the right. Hall Rental Information: (214) 826-3557. Hall Phone:
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(214) 823-0072. 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, February 26—No dance Saturday, March 5—Moonglow Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, March 12—Red Ravens, polka/variety. $8 per person Saturday, March 19—Knights of Dixie Orchestra, big band.*Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, March 26—No dance Saturday, April 2—Moonglow Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $11 per person
All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. Beer, set-ups, soda, and ice sold at bar. Please do not bring from outside. *Dress code dances: evening attire for 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. 3-00-621-2077-41001. LODGE 91, CROSBY (5) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings will be announced in Vestnik.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Friday, February 25—Charlie Nemec Sunday, February 27—Ballroom Dance: sponsored by Tanglefoot Dance Club Sunday, March 6—Randy and the 92nd Road House Band Sunday, March 20—Don Peachey Orchestra of Burnett, Wisconsin. Midwestern party time. 3 to 7 p.m.
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 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Friday in March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Gay Revel (361) 573-4443 for meeting location.
LODGE 106, LA GRANGE (1) Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at Subway Sandwich Shop, 109 South Jefferson Street (south of the red light at Hwys. 71 and 77 crossroad), La Grange.
LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West 3 miles to FM 1303, turn right, go two miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (830) 393-7796; Hall Phone: (803) 393-6500. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall.
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LODGE 117, ROBSTOWN (7) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of March, June, September, and December, 1:30 p.m. at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard, Corpus Christi.
LODGE 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date/time/location, call Secretary Stanley Vrla (214) 8262670/email mvrla@sbcglobal.net or Sales Agent John Vrla (214) 906-3385/email jvrla@cebridge.net.
LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio.
LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Hall: 2622 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit; and stay on until you come to Ennis. Go through downtown Ennis, under the overpass/IH45. Go approx. 3/4 mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (972) 878-5987. Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. at Danbury City Hall, Danbury.
LODGE 141, SEALY (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle Drive, 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 Saturday 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) 763-7245 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) Saturday, February 26—Variety dance: Frank Saturday, March 5—Danny Williamson Saturday, March 26—Variety dance: Frank
Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Hall Rental Information: Jo (713) 993-6878; Hall Phone: (281) 487-3297. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of January through October, 1 p.m. at the lodge hall with the exception of November and December. Executive Board/Trustees Meetings and Workdays: First Monday of each month, (unless the first Monday is a holiday) at 2 p.m. 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) 2959665. Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin.
LODGE 183, ARLINGTON (3) Lodge Hall: 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane, Arlington. Directions: Take IH35 West to Fort Worth. Take IH20 East exit. Proceed on IH20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North; stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Take a right on Mayfield; go down and take a left on Pleasant Valley. Hall Rental Information: (817) 465-8538; (214) 876-9029; Hall Phone: (817) 465-8538. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Last Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 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. 1-74-20733095-41002
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
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Rental Information: (512) 255-1554; (512) 7714948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall followed by a covered dish meal. Board meeting, 2 p.m.; entertainment, 2:30 p.m. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at Charles Mundayʼs office, 416 Oak Street, Bryan (behind the Kettle Restaurant on Texas Avenue).
LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Street, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information: Andy or Maria Anderson (936) 6341962; Lodge Hall: (936) 637-2706. Dance Reservations: Andy Anderson (936) 634-1962. Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Regular Dances: Third Saturday night of each month, 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, 2 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) 7272048 for meeting location.
LODGE 223, PALACIOS (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at Palacios Eagles Lodge, 204 Fourth Street, Palacios.
LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Call for meeting location. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Janice Stevens (325) 5379224 for meeting date/time/location. LODGE 246, MORGANʼS POINT (2) Monday, March 7—Lodge meeting, 6 p.m. at Best Quality Meats in Temple. Lodge Meetings: First Monday of each month at Best Quality Meats and Sausage Shop, 2610 South General Bruce Drive, Temple. Meal at 6 p.m. followed by meeting at 6:30 p.m.
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. —SPJST—
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If you are an SPJST member and you have a business — large or small — get it listed in the 2011 SPJST Member Services Directory. The directory provides a comprehensive listing of SPJST sales agents and free listings to members who can provide goods and services to other SPJST members. The idea is based on the fraternal concept of members helping members. In addition to these free listings, members will have the opportunity to place a free display advertisement/coupon in the directory. Free display advertisements/coupons will be provided to businesses that offer SPJST members discount products and/or services. And, something new this year— if you, the owner, employ SPJST members, take a photo, send us the names, and we will publish it in the directory. Photo must feature SPJST members and some aspect of the business. To be listed in the 2011 directory, you must be an SPJST member. Send your business card, SPJST lodge number, SPJST member discount information (optional), and photo of SPJST members in the business (optional) to: SPJST Member Services Directory c/o Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny PO Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503-0100 You may also email your information to the Editor: melaniez@vvm.com All materials must be submitted no later than Monday, April 4, 2011.
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