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S P J S T Benevolence

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Humanity

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Brotherhood

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Appreciation Supreme Lodge President Vanicek Celebration reflects on 2010 achievements Lodge 48, Beyersville President and 1968 SPJST State King Robert Leshikar assists Margie Faltesek with games at the lodge’s annual appreciation celebration held Saturday, February 26 at the lodge hall. The evening’s purpose was to celebrate with members and friends who have supported the lodge faithfully through its years of progress. The event included Texas trivia in honor of Texas Independence Day on March 2, beverages, dinner with salad and dessert bars, and door prizes. More photos on page 10.

Practicing Parliamentary Procedure

A total of 74 youth club members and adults attended the Youth Development Workshop held Saturday, February 26 at SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm in Waldeck. The workshop covered SPJST history and community service, parliamentary procedure, and presentations. The next workshop will be Saturday, April 2 at SPJST Lodge 183, Arlington. More photos on pages 20 and 21.

Interest Rates.......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 District News........................................5 Lodge Section......................................7 Reunions ............................................13 SPJST Financial University ..............14

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Ever since the 2010 SPJST Awards Banquet on January 29, I have revisited my love of fraternalism on an almost daily basis. A sincere thank you to the nearly 300 members who joined in the celebration held at the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center in Temple. The experience left me with a settling feeling of joy and comfort knowing that the seeds of fraternalism that we are sowing will bear fruit for generations to come. I’ve had that feeling before — but never quite so strong or so long-lasting. It was a great event, and I was happy to report that day on some of the many positives SPJST possesses going forward. Among them: Based on the 2010 annual statement just completed by Interim Financial Secretary Debbie Dohnalik, SPJST posted a net gain from operations for 2010 of more than $416,000. This compares favorably to a net loss from operations of $492,000 in 2009. Correspondingly, surplus increased from $13.8 million at year-end 2009 to approximately $16.2 million as of yearend 2010, representing an increase of approximately $2.4 million. On a related note, Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska reported in January that almost all of the non-performing assets have been worked out of the SPJST investment portfolio. At year-end 2010, the market value of the SPJST’s approximately

Inside This Week’s Vestnik

In Memoriam ......................................14 Youth Section ....................................18 Camp Tee-Shirt Order Form .............26 Czech Culture ...................................27 Advertisements ............................28-29 Lodge Calendar .................................30

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Lodge 66 Waco Fraternalist of the Year honored

$183 million investment portfolio exceeded its book value by approximately $4 million. Good job! Correspondingly, the Home Office provided some nice incentives for lodges for the 2010 year. Incentive awards presented to adult lodges, youth clubs, and sales agents on January 29 totaled more than $57,000. One week later, premium refunds to lodges totaling more than $167,000 were mailed to the lodges from the Home Office. My sincere hope is that lodges are able to direct a significant portion of these proceeds towards charitable deeds as well as activities that celebrate the worth of the men, women, boys, and girls who comprise our fraternal order. Even as sales of new life insurance certificates declined in 2010 from the preceding year, Vice President Gene McBride reported in the January Supreme Lodge meeting that sales persistency improved significantly over the same period. Persistency is defined as the percentage of SPJST’s already written life insurance certificates remaining in force, without lapsing or being replaced by policies of other insurers. While new production remains an important element in the growth of SPJST, sales persistency remains a critical factor in our success and one which the SPJST Supreme Lodge has addressed vigorously over the past three

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Lodge 17 New Tabor youth earns caring award

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SPJST HERALD

SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 (800) 727-7578 • (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-7447 www.spjst.org

VESTNIK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0807 VESTNIK Fax: (254) 773-8087

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SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 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 DISTRICT SIX Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM Mobile: (979) 332-1616 • Home: (979) 543-2532 email: k-kaspar@hotmail.com DISTRICT SEVEN Contact SPJST Home Office for assistance. (800) 727-7578 • email: genemc@spjst.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

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Recognizing and Appreciating

I am always impressed when a lodge, youth club, community

group, organization, etc. takes the time to recognize and thank its volunteers and supporters. And, Lodge 48, Beyersville did just that on Saturday, February 26. And, they did it in a big way! Congratulations to Lodge 48 on a first-class event! It was very obvious that organizers worked really hard at event details to make everyone feel special and appreciated. From the friendly, smiling door greeter to the numerous, nice prizes awarded to the delicious dinner with elaborate salad bar plus strawberry shortcake—my absolute favorite dessert! All of this was in a beautifully, Texas-themed decorated hall. Thanks, Lodge 48, for inviting David and me! Youth Learn Important Skills at Workshop State Youth Director Frank Horak hosted a youth development workshop at SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm on February 26. The day featured three speakers. Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek reviewed SPJST’s proud history. He encouraged youth to get involved in SPJST’s various programs. Texas Agricultural Cooperative Council Executive Vice President Tommy Engelke explained parliamentary procedure and the benefits of properly conducting a meeting. 1987 SPJST State Queen and speech teacher Melissa Victorick Brown addressed the youth with pointers for getting up on stage and developing confidence for individual and group talents and royalty speech presentations. Melissa also spent time with royalty-age youth focusing on speech and presentation skills. It was a full day of learning for

youth club members who attended. If you missed out on the workshop, another one is planned for April 2 at Lodge 183, Arlington. Call SYD Frank for more details.

Prayers for Albert Prayers are requested for Lodge 47, Seaton member Albert Koslovsky who has been hospitalized since February 11. He has had numerous surgeries since then. Albert is the husband of District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky. A benefit is being planned for Saturday, April 2 at Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall. All funds raised will go to the Koslovsky family for medical and living expenses. We just received a letter from former State Youth Director John Hoelscher asking for silent auction item donations. Items can be dropped off until April 1 at Ratibor Country Grill, located at 10226 FM 2086 in Ratibor, or the SPJST Home Office, located at 520 North Main Street in Temple. “For those of you who may live too far to bring an item, financial donations are greatly appreciated,” John says. “Thanks in advance for any help you are able to give the Koslovsky family.” Funds will be presented to the Koslovsky family at the benefit on April 2. Checks made payable to Patsy Koslovsky can be mailed to: John Hoelscher 2001 Waldeck Road Ledbetter, Texas 78946

For more information about donating silent auction items or funds, call John (979) 249-5674 - office or (979) 325-9831 - cell. See next week’s Vestnik for John’s complete letter and more details about the April 2 benefit. —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.

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

Universal Life

Universal Life 4.50% for Annualized* Annuities

Annuity I** 5.00% for Annualized*

Annuity II** 3.90% for Annualized*

Annuity III** 3.90% for Annualized*

**Not currently being marketed.

Annuity IV 3.90% for Annualized* * Rates effective 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

March 13 March 13

March 13 March 19 March 19 March 20 March 20 March 22

March 26-27 March 31 April 1

April 2 April 2 April 2

April 2-3 April 3 April 9 April 9 April 10 April 10 April 10

April 10 April 16

April 16 April 17

April 19-21 April 22 April 24 May 1 May 1 May 7 May 7

Daylight Saving Time Begins (set clocks ahead one hour) Lodge 92, Fort Worth 50- and 75-Year Pin Presentation/Dinner/Meeting (3) Lodge 191, Lufkin Reorganizational Meeting (5) 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 Lodge 181, Conroe Special-Called Meeting (5) Ryanʼs Family Buffet, Conroe 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 Fundraiser Benefit for Albert and Patsy Koslovsky Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall (2) District Three Lock-In/Membership Rally Lodge 6, Cottonwood Easter Party/Meeting (3) District Four Spring Meeting Coyote Ranch Resort, Wichita Falls Hosted by Lodge 207, Iowa Park Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club Garage Sale (3) 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 Lodge 92, Fort Worth Easter Party (3) SPJST Car Show at Bloominʼ Temple Festival Downtown Temple Lodge 88, Houston Easter Party (5) Lodge 30, Taiton Membership Drive/ Community Easter Egg Hunt Taiton Community Center (6) Supreme Lodge Meeting • SPJST Home Office, Temple Good Friday • SPJST Home Office Closed Lodge 154, Fort Worth Easter Picnic (3) District Three Spring Meeting • Lodge 84, Dallas Lodge 38, Kovar Picnic (1) JOIN HANDS DAY Gala/Auction/Fundraiser for November 5th, 2009 Fort Hood Memorial • Shilo Inn Ballroom, Killeen

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Lodge 191, Lufkin members invited to join in March 13 planning meeting

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ages. As active members, you will also have the opportunity to participate in various SPJST charitable and social events, including the Texas Fraternal Alliance Bowling Tournament in February, Join Hands Day in May, and the Corpus Christi End of Summer Get-Away in August — to name but a few. The opportunity to get involved and give back to your community is an exciting endeavor! Make a positive difference by coming to the meeting and learning more about SPJST and the benefits of your membership. You provide your presence, and we’ll provide the fun! Please RSVP on or before 5 p.m. Friday, March 11 by calling SPJST Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez (800) 727-7578. Thanking you in advance for being part of this exciting event. I hope to see you there! Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—

Lodge 181, Conroe members, guests invited to join in March 22 meeting

Dear Fellow Fraternalist, As a valued member of SPJST, you and your family are invited to join in the excitement of building an active lodge in Conroe. Please make plans to join us for a special called meeting of Lodge 181, Conroe from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, March 22 at Ryan’s Family Buffet, located at 1413 North Loop 336 West in Conroe. Dinner will be provided in appreciation for your attendance. Door prizes will also be awarded. SPJST is a family organization that cherishes the idea of service to each other and the community. With your help, we will be successful at reactivating your lodge and helping to make Conroe an even better place to live, work, and play. As active lodge members and leaders, you will have the opportunity to build youth programs that enable your young people to earn valuable charitable hours, qualify to attend camp, and apply for scholarships. Adult lodge programs can be

designed to provide an active and enjoyable environment for both young and old. As active members you will also have the opportunity to participate in various SPJST charitable and social events, including Join Hands Day in May and the Corpus Christi Get-Away in August. The opportunity to get involved and give back to your community is exciting! Your lodge can do it. All we need is you! Make a positive difference by coming to the meeting and learning more about SPJST and the benefits of your membership. You provide your presence, and we’ll provide the fun! Please RSVP on or before 5 p.m. March 21 by calling SPJST Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez (800) 727-7578. Thanking you in advance for being part of this exciting evening. Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—

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years. SPJST’s business philosophy — to work to establish a reputation for quality among members, sales agents, employees, and management — is making a positive difference in the bottom line. Correspondingly, net cash from operations nearly doubled in 2010, from $5.7 million at year-end 2009 to $11.2 million at year-end 2010. Within the fraternal realm, SPJST and its lodges recorded multiple successes of 2010. The pages of the Vestnik helped to document the wonderful fraternal story that is SPJST. At the top of the list — or certainly near the top — another SPJST fraternalist — Susan Skrabanek of Lodge 17, New Tabor was honored in September as the American Fraternal Alliance’s (AFA) Fraternalist of the Year. I like to characterize that honor as the “Heismann Trophy of Fraternalism.” With Sister Susan’s recognition in 2010, SPJST has had three out of the last four national Fraternalists of the Year! The other two were Bob Hagen of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point in 2007 and Sandra Hoggard of Lodge 202, Jourdanton in 2009. In 2008, SPJST’s Fraternalist of the Year Ronnie Pflughaupt of Lodge 1, Fayetteville was recognized as the first runner-up for the national title. Also, in 2010, Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication Sister Melanie Zavodny was honored by the AFA as the recipient of their Communicator of the Year Award. Melanie attended the AFA national meeting held in September in Chicago to receive the Marcia D. Heywood Memorial Fraternal Communications Award. The purpose of this award is to honor an outstanding communicator for contributions to the communications profession and the advancement of the fraternal benefits system. As an aside, know that both the AFA and Texas Fraternal Alliance (TFA), as fraternal trade associations, continued to represent the legislative interests and fraternal management interests of the SPJST on the national and state levels in 2010. SPJST personnel continued to fill leadership positions within both organizations. The SPJST Youth Program delivered a stellar performance in 2010: The program continued to reflect the vision of its founders, those who followed, and the present-day members who administer and participate in the program. Of course, here I am referring to SPJST youth club members,

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their parents, adult volunteers, youth leaders, District Youth Counselors, and Home Office personnel. Part of that constellation included seven great district camping sessions, seven wonderful District Youth Achievement Days, and an awesome State Youth Achievement Day. The SPJST Scholarship Program continued to provide a collegiate complement to the Youth Program as the Society awarded fifty-four $1,000 scholarships to deserving collegebound SPJST seniors in April 2010. Your kind and generous donations and memorials to the SPJST Scholarship Fund helped to make those scholarships possible. Eight additional scholarships were conferred to deserving merit point winners and SPJST royalty at SPJST State Youth Achievement Day on August 7. Since its inception in 1984, more than 1,600 SPJST scholarship recipients have shared in awards totaling more than $1.25 million. Keep in mind that these totals did not include the numerous scholarships awarded in 2010 by local SPJST lodges. The second weekend of August, SPJST hosted the Fourth Annual Corpus Christi Getaway Weekend. The event is getting bigger and better all the time. More than 330 attendees enjoyed fun in the sun and fraternalism with a Mardi Gras theme. As an aside, please know that we are already making plans for our Fifth Anniversary Getaway which will be August 12 to 14 in Corpus Christi. Watch the Vestnik for details or get them now at www.spjst.org. On November 5, we had the unveiling ceremony for the November 5th, 2009 Fort Hood Living Memorial — a project spearheaded by SPJST to pay tribute to the 13 American soldiers and civilian contractor gunned down at Fort Hood on November 5, 2009. A touching ceremony was organized by SPJST and attended by approximately 500 people, including 150 family members of those killed or wounded. The site will serve to honor the victims and provide a historic record of this tragedy in order to deliver a message of vigilance for generations to come. The initial response to the memorial project has been gratifying as veterans groups, businesses, and civic organizations have been stepping up to donate or pledge support. More than $70,000 has been raised. Approximately $500,000 will be needed to bring the project to completion. This amount includes an endowment to be established from the funds collected to provide for the maintenance and upkeep of the memorial and garden. We continue in our efforts

to raise funding for this project. In 2010, the SPJST Home Office continued to show strong support for a multitude of annual public events, most notably helping to sponsor such events as National Polka Festival in Ennis, Westfest in West, Caldwell Kolache Festival, Czech Feszt in Temple, and Heritage Day at the State Fair of Texas. The Society also offered its support to an array of cultural and heritage groups including the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas (CEFT), Texans of Czech Ancestry (TOCA), Czech Heritage Society of Texas, Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange, Czech Center Museum Houston, and Sokol. It was an honor for us to work with and to be affiliated with these fine organizations and the projects that they championed. And, what a relief many SPJST lodges received from the Texas Legislature in 2010. It arrived in the form of a ad valorem tax guideline which enabled many of our lodges with buildings — especially those in urban areas — to finally receive their ad valorem exemption. Changes enacted by the 2009 Texas State Legislature were reflected in the new 50-299 form which authorized property tax exemptions for many SPJST lodges which were heretofore unable to receive exemptions from property taxes. This wasn’t just good news — this was great news! Statistics compiled by the SPJST Fraternal Department validate a grand total of more than 8,300 fraternal activities completed by SPJST lodges in 2010. In addition, SPJST lodges contributed more than $228,000 to charitable causes and concerns in 2010. It was heart-warming to see so many lodges achieving new heights — and even making headlines . . . I hesitate to cite specific lodges here simply because there were so many involved in so many worthy endeavors. To name a few: tarok tournaments, domino tournaments, horseshoe tournaments, district meetings and fundraisers, lodge picnics, dances, turkey shoots, stuff the bus, outdoor extravaganzas, cemetery clean-ups, care packages for soldiers, auction sales, reverse raffles, polka festivals, lock-ins, beseda performances, soup tastings, bingo games — huge bingo games — hall renovations, hall restorations, reorganizations, nursing home visits, pull tab drives, food drives, pet food drives, clothing drives, eyeglass drives, and many, many drives up and down main streets all over this great state pulling the SPJST Floats — more than 40 parade appearances in 2010. And, I must

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mention Join Hands Day 2010. Last year, 37 SPJST lodges brought together adult and youth members with other community groups on Join Hands Day to make a positive difference in the lives of the many communities SPJST lodges seek to serve. On a related note, SPJST Education and Nature Center — an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization ordained by the 2000 SPJST Convention — opened for business in 2010. That represented a great achievement for supporters in that this project — in one form or another — had been on and off the drawing board for more than 48 years. Located in Fayette County, the project embodies the ideas of wildlife preservation, conservation, and personal achievement. Also in 2010, SPJST Library, Archives and Museum, (Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center) — another 501(c)3 nonprofit organization established by the 2000 SPJST Convention — made great strides in establishing its base of operations at its newly refurbished headquarters located at the corner of Third Street and French Avenue in Temple. Organized as a result of actions by the 1956 SPJST Convention, S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes in Taylor and Needville are also a 501(c)3 non-profit enterprise. In March 2010, S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 1 in Taylor opened a new addition to its assisted living accommodations to meet the needs of its near-capacity resident population. Congratulations to the boards and management of the SPJST ENC, Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, and S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes for their successes in pursuing their respective missions. Thank you, too, to the many SPJST lodges and lodge members who contributed time and money to them. If you’ve been reading the Supreme Lodge minutes over the last year or so, then you’re also aware of the fact that in 2010, we laid the groundwork for the establishment of The SPJST Foundation — a prospective 501(c)3 organization, which will seek to administer to the support and development of a number of cultural, educational, and humanitarian programs and causes. By now, I’m sure you get the idea. 2010 was a great year for SPJST and for fraternalism. None of that “just happens.” Thanks to the entire SPJST Home Office team, my fellow officers, and SPJST directors for their support in helping to make 2010 a great year for the Society. That’s not to say we didn’t have our challenges, disagreements, and even a few reconciliations along the way. That’s the way it goes

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with families . . . You know, we really are a family . . . If not by blood, then by common bond. Through 112 lodges throughout the state of Texas, SPJST offers products and services that offer protection, that celebrate achievement, and that bring people together. Insuring and enriching lives — that’s what we’re about. Our job as SPJST members, lodge and youth leaders, and sales agents is to convey that message to oth-

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ers. We have to tell them about it in a way that will peak their interest and even capture their imagination. Thank you for your devoted membership and for all that you do to keep our fraternal order vital. Keep up the good work in 2011. Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—

From the Supreme Lodge President’s Department

State Tarok Tournament rescheduled for March 19 at Lodge 84, Dallas

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—

Lodge 48, Buckholts to host State 42 Domino Tournament April 2 SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville is the site of the 2011 SPJST State 42 Domino Tournament on Saturday, April 2. 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 48, Beyersville is located at 10450 FM 619. Go east on alternate Highway 79 south of Taylor. Take a

right on FM 619; go about four miles. Hall is on the right. Please register by Monday, March 28 by mailing your name, complete address, phone number, email, and entry fee to SPJST State 42 Dominoes, PO Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. Participants may also register online at www.spjst.org in the fraternal section. For more information, call (800) 727-7578 or email tammym@spjst.com. —SPJST—

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

District News

Districts One, Five Sales Agents Invited to Attend Important Meetings

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—

District Two Sales Agents Invited to Continuing Education Classes Dear Agents, I will be conducting continuing education classes on Saturday, March 19 at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. The starting time will be 9 a.m. and will continue until around 4 p.m. We will provide a light lunch and sodas. Please bring your laptops and rate books.

The continuing education classes will be two hours of ethics and four hours of all about annuities. If you have any questions, please give me a call (254) 231-7722. Hiram Dixon, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM State Field Representative —SPJST—

District Two Spring Meeting set for March 20 at Lodge 29, Taylor 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 Easter 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

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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 offi-

cers. Anyone interested in running for any position is welcome to put his/her 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 Three Spring Meeting is being changed to Sunday, May 1 due to Easter Sunday being on the district’s regular meeting day. The meet-

ing will be held at Lodge 84, Dallas. Please save this date, and watch for more details in a future Vestnik. —SPJST—

District Three Spring Meeting set for May 1 at Lodge 84, Dallas

District Six Spring Meeting Sunday, March 20 in Holman Dear Members of District Six, On March 20, Lodge 8, Weimar will be hosting the District Six Spring Meeting at Holman Hall. This is a business meeting. There will be a noon meal served; the meeting will follow. Door prizes will be given out.

The agenda for the day is published in the Věstník with directions there. So let’s plan to see each other at Holman Hall in Holman on March 20. Fraternally, Helen Zabransky, District FAC —SPJST—

Established in 1948, the purpose of the Texas Fraternal Alliance (TFA) is to coordinate the statewide outreach efforts of Fraternal Benefit Societies in Texas in cooperation with the National Fraternal Alliance. The TFA Scholarship Program is intended to recognize commitment to the fraternal ideal and to encourage and assist graduating seniors in furthering their education and helping them to achieve career goals. Two scholarships in the amount of $200 each will be awarded to graduating high school seniors belonging to the following fraternal benefit societies: Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas (KJZT), Catholic Life, Catholic Union of Texas (KJT), Grand Court Order of Calanthe, Knights of Columbus, Order of the Sons of Hermann, SPJST, Thrivent for Lutherans, Western Fraternal Life, and Woodmen of the World. Scholarship recipients may only be awarded one scholarship from TFA. Scholarships will be presented in the spring of 2011.

of application. • Have an active fraternal life insurance certificate in force for at least one year prior to January 1 of the year in which the scholarship is being applied.

Texas Fraternal Alliance invites high school seniors to apply for scholarship

Eligibility Requirements TFA scholarship applicants must:

• Be classified as a high school graduating senior or equivalent at the time

• Enter college in the fall term following the announcement of their award.

Application Instructions Applications are available for download at www.spjst.org. • Application must be completed and signed.

• SAT/ACT Scores. All applicants must submit an official verification of SAT or ACT scores. These scores should be submitted along with a current, official high school transcript.

• Applications must be received by March 1, 2011. Late applications will not be accepted. Send completed application and any attachments to: Texas Fraternal Alliance Scholarship Program P.O. Box 1941 San Antonio, Texas 78297 —SPJST—

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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 two desserts 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,

Taiton; and Albert Olsovsky of Lodge 23, Moravia. Youth members will have prize drawing booths and an Easter egg decorating contest. Reports will be given by the Standing Committees, including By-Law, 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, Texas 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 two desserts 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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SPJST Lodge Se ct ion

Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard meets March 20

Dear Members, Lodge Karel Jonas will hold its March meeting in conjunction with the District Six Meeting in Holman. It will be held before the district meeting starts and will be brief. The April meeting will be held on the 10th. More on this later. The 50-year pin and Mother’s Day meeting in May has been moved from the 1st to the 15th due to election machines being locked up in the room that is the normal meeting place. A quorum was present for the February meeting. All reports were accepted as given. One motion was made to tentatively move the May meeting from the 1st to the 15th. To the faithful: Hope to see you in Weimar. Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, FIC President —SPJST—

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The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to:

SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: (254) 773-8087

Email: melaniez@vvm.com

Questions? Call (800) 727-7578

rector Donnie presented the Fraternalist of the Year award for our lodge to Lil O’Shields. She hugged him with tears in her eyes. Great job, Lil! We love you. After new business of the upcoming Join Hands Day (which just so happens to be on May 7 - my birthday), President Wade adjourned the meeting. We visited with our guests for a long while. Then, we played 88 domino game. We always have so much fun playing. Next Meeting—March 13 Please come out and join us at the next meeting on March 13 at 12:30 p.m. Thanks so much to President Brian and Donnie and wife Janice for joining us at our meeting. Sincerely, Binnie Ann Roesler Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena welcomes new youth club

SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena met at the lodge hall on February 16, 2011, at 7 p.m. A meal was served by Laura Pospichal and Sylvia Rollwitz. President Nancy Schwertner opened the meeting at 7:30 p.m. Flag Bearers Brandon and Cammi Teplicek presented the flags and led the pledges to the American and Texas flags followed by a moment of silence for our departed members. Roll call of officers showed that all officers were present. The minutes were approved as read. Laura Pospichal read the treasurer’s report. Vice President/FAC Sylvia Rollwitz reported on the Christmas party held at the lodge hall on December 5, 2010, the awards banquet held in Temple on January 29, 2011, and the upcoming District Four Spring Meeting. SPJST District Four Director/S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home Director Billy Rollwitz gave both reports. Billy stated the SPJST Home Office was “hosting” auditors and commented on what a good job Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska was doing. Billy said the rest home in Needville is doing okay; the home in Taylor has a waiting list; and that there will be some ‘face-lifting’ going on there including the exercise room. ENC Director Brad Teplicek gave a report on the progress being made at

Lodge 20, Granger Presents 2011 Officers

Lodge 39, Bryan welcomes guests

Dear Readers, Lodge 39, Bryan held its meeting on February 13, 2011. We had a wonderful meal of fried chicken and all the fixings. President Wade O’Shields opened the meeting around 1:30 p.m. We had two special guests, Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek and District One Director Donnie Victorick. They both spoke on how well SPJST did last year and are looking forward to this year’s outcome. Di-

Lodge 20, Granger recently elected its 2011 officers. Officers are, left to right, FAC Irene Santiago, President Norma Cavanaugh, Secretary Rubie Loessin, and Vice President Leslie Loessin. The officers were installed by District Two Director Bobby Wuensche.

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Ledbetter and the upcoming District Four Camp dates. President Nancy Schwertner did not have a report. There was a discussion of a youth club needed in Lodge 49 as we do have ample young members. Beverly Teplicek volunteered to serve as youth leader with Diana Rozmen as assistant youth leader. All members present agreed this was good, and that the lodge will sponsor a youth club. A Join Hands Day project was discussed. Brad Teplicek suggested that Lodge 49 join hands with the Rowena Lions Club for a fundraiser that will benefit the Rowena Water Supply Corporation. Becky and Hunter Wood and Billy Rollwitz were recognized as having birthdays since the November meeting.

Next Meeting—May 4 The next meeting will be held on May 4 with Nancy Schwertner and Becky Wood in charge of the meal. Brad Teplicek made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Sylvia Rollwitz. The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Beverly J. Teplicek Secretary/Youth Leader —SPJST—

Lodge 66, Waco gives to scholarship fund

The meeting was called to order by President John Engelke on Sunday, February 20, 2011, at 2:30 p.m. at Linden Hall in Elm Mott with all officers present. There were 13 members and two guests Edward Vorderkunz and Nora Lee Zavodny present. The flag was presented, and members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and motto. Members stood for a moment of silent prayer for our deceased member Leona Nors. Sister Dorothy Veselka read the minutes of the January 16 meeting, and they were approved as read. FAC Sister Mary Alice Langlotz read her monthly FAC letter from State FAC Chester Jenke. Sister Dorothy Veselka of the Cheer and Condolence Committee reported that she sent a get well card to Sister Dorothy Gerlich who fell and hurt her back. She is going to therapy. We hope

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that you get to feeling better. She sent sympathy cards to Marvin and Barbara Brem on the death of her mother Leona Nors and to Gene and Dorothy Gerlich on the death of her sister-inlaw Paulette Pechecek. I want to apologize for the January meeting report not being in the Věstník in time before the February meeting as I sent the letter February 3, but supposedly, the the Vestnik office never received it so I had Sister Diana Engelke email it to them so they could put it in the Věstník last week. Brother Louie Veselka reported that there were no grievances. Bookkeeper Sister Diana Engelke gave the bookkeeping report. Sister Diana Engelke read a resolution of sympathy on Leona Nors. May she rest in peace. Members elected to make a monetary donation to the West rest home in memory of Leona Nors as she was a longtime member and active member of Lodge 66 for many years. President John Engelke congratulated Sister Debbie Galler for being selected as Fraternalist of the Year for Lodge 66, and he also presented her a plaque. President Engelke reported that Lodge 66 received recognition of a Bronze plaque award. Lodge 66 made a monetary donation to the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund - one half toward the Gladys Yates Scholarship Memorial, and one half toward the SPJST scholarship. President Engelke reminded members of the District Three Meeting date changed to May 1 to be held at Lodge 84, Dallas. Many thanks to Sister Debbie Galler who made some beautiful red velvet valentine cupcakes to celebrate Valentine’s Day at the meeting today. That was so thoughtful of you to do that. Door prize winner was Louie Veselka, and the 100 percent winner was Weldon Galler. Next Meeting—March 20 The next lodge meeting will be held on March 20 at 2:30 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 3:10 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka, Reporter —SPJST—

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Lodge 39, Bryan Recognizes Fraternalist of the Year

Lodge 39, Bryan met on February 13, 2011. Lillie O’Shields, fourth from left, was presented a Fraternalist of the Year medal. Pictured are, left to right, Dianna and Omer Everett, Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, Lillie O’Shields, District One Director Donnie Victorick, Wade O’Shields, and Binnie Ann and Ronnie Roesler.

Lodge 79 Corpus Christi to host district meeting

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi had a potluck meal followed by a meeting on February 20, 2011. President Mark Rebecek called the meeting to order, and the Pledge Of Allegiance was recited. We had a moment of silence for two deceased members, Jewell Faught and Teresa Rentfrow. All officers were present except for Youth Leader Gerilyn Donnell. The January minutes and treasurer’s reports were read and approved. President Rebecek introduced guest State Field Representative Karen Kaspar. Karen informed us she will be leaving our district. President Rebecek thanked Karen for all her hard work and wished her well. Correspondence was read, and we had a name change, death payout, and two checks—one for fraternal acts and one for revenue. FAC report was given. Jerry and Jill Sijansky and Mark and Virginia Rebecek attended the awards banquet in Temple. Our lodge received the Sapphire Award. March 20 will be an awards luncheon for 50- and 75-year members who will receive pins at that time. Chicken fried steak will be catered. On April 10, our lodge will host the District Seven Spring Meeting with a catered meal consisting of roast beef.

The February donation went to Project Turnaround. Twenty-five dollar door prizes were each won by George Marek and Laura Rebecek. Next Meeting—March 20 The meeting adjourned, and our next meeting will be Sunday, March 20. Fraternally, Virginia Rebecek, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 81 Needville to award scholarship

Any college or technical school bound senior who has been a member of SPJST Lodge 81, Needville for at least one year can apply for the local lodge scholarship. To receive an application, please send a self-addressed, stamped envelope on or before March 15, 2011, to: SPJST Lodge 81 9939 Peterson Road Needville, Texas 77461 —SPJST—

Lodge 84, Dallas meets March 19

Dear Members, Lodge 84, Dallas will meet Saturday, March 19, 2011, in conjunction with the SPJST State Tarok Tournament to be held the same day at the lodge hall. The lodge meeting will begin at 2 p.m. in the conference room. Please note that this is a change in our normal meeting date. All members are invited to attend the meeting — or come earlier and participate in the tournament. Tournament details are on page 5 of this week’s Vestnik. See you on Saturday, March 19! Fraternally yours, Rose Scott, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 88 Houston meets March 14

The next meeting will be held Monday night, March 14, 2011, and will begin with a fried chicken dinner at 6 p.m. Members are asked to bring a covered dish to compliment the chicken. After dinner, the meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. at Lodge 88, located at 1435 Beall in Houston, Texas 77008. Please make plans to attend this meeting to see what’s going on and take part in our activities. We look forward to seeing you on March 14. For more information, call (713) 869-5767 or check out the website at www.lodge88.org. Fraternally, Jo Ann Buri Second Vice President —SPJST—

Lodge 92 Fort Worth to honor longtime members this Sunday

Lodge 92, Fort Worth is inviting its 50- and 75-year members to be honored at our lodge meeting this Sunday, March 13, 2011. We are proud of their commitment and hope to see all of them and their families acknowledge the longevity of

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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 66, Waco Celebrates Valentine’s Day

Lodge 97, Placedo meets this Friday

Dear Members, You’re invited to SPJST Lodge 97, Placedo’s quarterly meeting this Friday, March 11, 2011, at SPJST Lodge 32 Hall, located at 3502 North Laurent Street in Victoria, at 6 p.m. A sandwich supper with all the fixins will be served. Please bring your favorite dessert, and don’t forget your can drink pull tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. We look forward to seeing you on March 11! Fraternally, Gay Revel, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 66, Waco members gather for a Valentine’s Day get-together. —Submitted by Dorothy Veselka, Reporter

Lodge 107 Floresville: ranked 8th - members, 11th - certificates

SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville met on Sunday, February 20, 2011. The meeting was opened by President Pruski at 3:15 p.m. All present recited the Pledge of Allegiance and held a silent prayer for deceased members and members of the military forces. All officers were present. Secretary Pruski read the minutes of the previous meeting. The minutes were approved by a motion by Roxanne and a second by Liz. Secretary Pruski read correspon-

Lodge 66, Waco Recognizes Fraternalist of the Year

Lodge 66, Waco President John Engelke presents Debbie Galler with a Fraternalist of the Year medal. John is displaying Debbie’s photo and article that was featured in the SPJST Awards Banquet program.

—Submitted by Dorothy Veselka Reporter

dence She received a list of 50-year members.

District Seven Director’s Report All reports have been sent in. We need to get ledgers and material from the youth leader. Lodge 107 is ranked No. 8 in the state with members and No. 11 in certificates. FAC - an audit needs to be done. An audit committee was appointed, and books will be audited. Lodge 107 received the Gold Award this year. Members need to turn in history of volunteering and other acts that they do. Liz Bielefeld received the high game award at the February 12 Fraternal Bowling Tournament. Congratulations, Liz. Way to go! The District Seven Spring Meeting will be held in Corpus Christi in April. Join Hands Day is in May. Start thinking about Lodge 107’s 100th year anniversary in May 2012. Hall Manager - the floor was fixed and looks nice. There are rentals on the books. The treasurer gave the report. There was a motion by Wendy and and a second by Liz to finish paying off the air conditioner bill. Motion carried. Financial secretary - we have one new member. A motion was made by Wendy and seconded by Roxanne to accept the new member. Motion carried. Old Business We discussed replacing ceiling tiles. Oscar is to check on bids that are in so far. Bob made a motion to go with the least expensive, seconded by Roxanne. Motion carried. This is to replace tile where needed and get rid

of waste material. The front door was also discussed. On a motion by Polly, seconded by Liz, a double metal front door with 30-inch glass will be installed. Motion carried.

Lodge Banquet—March 13 The banquet on March 13 for 50year members, new members, sales agents, and volunteers was discussed. Upon motion by Glen, seconded by Joe Bob, a barbecue chicken and sausage meal with trimmings will be served. Motion carried. Sign-in will begin at 12:30 p.m., and eating will be at 1 p.m. Each lodge member is to bring a dessert. If any member has old pictures of the lodge when it was first started or anything you might have about the lodge, please bring them to our banquet so we can use them for the 100th anniversary. Split-the-pot was shared by three lucky members. Bob made a motion to adjourn; seconded by Joe Bob. Motion carried. We hope to see you at the next meeting which is the banquet. Fraternally, Lucille Novak, Reporter —SPJST—

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Lodge 48, Beyersville Appreciates, Celebrates Members, Friends Saturday, February 26, 2011 • Lodge 48, Beyersville Hall

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Lodge 133 San Antonio to celebrate anniversary March 20

Members of Lodge 133 San Antonio met on February 20, 2011, at Good Shepherd Activity Center. Jarolyn Popp, Vicki Reese, and Kelsey Trinidad welcomed the members. After the reading of the minutes and treasurer’s report, Jarolyn Popp and Vicki Reese informed the members about the SPJST Awards Banquet they attended in Temple the last Saturday of January. Attendance prizes were won by Becky Mattes, Grace Rohan, and Irene Jasek. Split-the-pot was won by Doris Moczygemba. Members celebrating February birthdays included Bryan Murley, Jordan Summers, Patsy Felkins, Megan Spacek, and Michael Cole. Next Meeting—March 20 Our next meeting will be Sunday, March 20. We will be celebrating the anniversary of our lodge. We will meet at El Tipico on Goliad Road for lunch at 12:30 p.m. Information can be obtained by calling Vicki Reese (210) 698-1525 or Jarolyn Popp (830) 2145228. Please RSVP to one of these officers. We hope to see you there. After lunch, we will go to the hall for our games’ party. Jarolyn Popp, President —SPJST—

Lodge 142 Houston meets this Sunday

Dear Members, Lodge 142, Houston will meet this Sunday, March 13, 2011, at 2 p.m. in the annex building at Lodge 88, Houston. A luncheon will be served at 1 p.m. We send our sympathy to Lodge 142 members Jack and Catherine Manchack and their family on the passing of Jack’s mother, Bonnie Womack. Bonnie, who was also a member of Lodge 142, passed away Sunday, February 27. Her funeral service was held Thursday, March 3. Fraternally, Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi: Top Lodge in the State in 2010

State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, left, expresses appreciation to Lodge 79, Corpus Christi agents Eva Linda Vasquez, Armando Diaz, second from right, and Jerry Sijansky. Lodge 79 received top honors in the state for being number one in the incentive program at the recent SPJST Awards Banquet for the Spirit 2010 year. Karen attended the lodge’s February meeting to congratulate the lodge, officers, and members on this outstanding accomplishment.

Lodge 151 Wharton meets March 14

SPJST Lodge 151, Lubbock will hold its quarterly meeting on Monday, March 14, 2011, at Hinze’s Bar-B-Q meeting room in Wharton, Texas. A catered meal will be served at 7 p.m., and the meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. Call Carolyn Bucek (979) 5321910). We need to know the number of members planning to attend in order to make arrangements for the meal. Please bring an item for a raffle. Birthday honorees—members celebrating January, February, and March birthdays will be recognized. The installations of officers will be held before the meeting. Officers are: President Gerald Macha Vice President/FAC Charles Bucek Second Vice President Ray Pilgrim Secretary Rita Vanek Treasurer Carolyn Bucek

We are saddened to hear of the death of June Johnson. June will be missed. She enjoyed coming to the meetings and visiting with everyone. See you at the meeting. Fraternally, Rita J. Vanek, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 181, Conroe members, guests invited to join in March 22 meeting

SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas welcomes new member

Lodge 84, Dallas welcomes new member Ryan Grier, age one. Ryan celebrated his first birthday on January 25, 2011. He joins his brothers Ian, age 10; Colin, age seven; and Hayden, age five as

members of SPJST. They are the children of Jeff and Kathryn Grier and the grandchildren of Betty and James Grier. All are members of Lodge 84, Dallas. Their sales agent is Ben Jarma.

Hayden, Ian, Ryan (on lap), and Colin

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The opportunity to get involved and give back to your community is exciting! Your lodge can do it. All we need is you! Make a positive difference by coming to the meeting and learning more about SPJST and the benefits of your membership. You provide your presence, and we’ll provide the fun! Please RSVP on or before 5 p.m. March 21 by calling SPJST Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez (800) 727-7578. Thanking you in advance for being part of this exciting evening. Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—

Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station meets this Sunday

Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station will hold its next meeting on Sunday, March 13, 2011, at 2 p.m. The location will be as usual—at Charles Munday’s office, located at 416 Oak Street in Bryan. For more information, please call Henry Mayo (979) 777-1426. Henry Mayo, President —SPJST—

Happy Birthday, Elideth!

Happy 22nd birthday to Elideth Zavala of Laredo, Texas. Elideth is a member of Lodge 107, Floresville.

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Lodge 191, Lufkin members invited to join in March 13 planning meeting

Dear Fellow Fraternalist, As a valued member of SPJST, you and your family are invited to join in the excitement of building an active lodge in your community. Please make plans to join us for a special called reorganizational meeting of Lodge 191, Lufkin at the lodge hall, located at 197 Hughes Street in Lufkin on Sunday, March 13. Doors will be open for socializing beginning at 12 noon. A delicious barbecue dinner will be served at 1 p.m. in appreciation of your attendance. Members are asked to bring desserts. The meeting will follow, and door prizes will be awarded. SPJST is a family organization that cherishes the idea of service to each other and the community. With your help, we will be successful at bringing new life and vitality to your lodge and helping to make your community a better place to live, work, and play. As active lodge members and leaders, you will have the opportunity to build programs that provide an active and enjoyable environment for people of all ages. As active members, you will also have the opportunity to participate in various SPJST charitable and social events, including the Texas Fraternal Alliance Bowling Tournament in February, Join Hands Day in May, and the Corpus Christi End of Summer Get-Away in August — to name but a few. The opportunity to get involved and give back to your community is an exciting endeavor! Make a positive difference by coming to the meeting and learning more about SPJST and the benefits of your membership. You provide your presence, and we’ll provide the fun! Please RSVP on or before 5 p.m. Friday, March 11 by calling SPJST Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez (800) 727-7578. Thanking you in advance for being part of this exciting event. I hope to see you there! Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—

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Happy Birthday, Sidney!

Congratulations to Sidney Bridewell! She celebrated her 93rd birthday on February 27 with a dinner party. Sidney’s children Linda Waldo, Cathy VandenEykel, and David Bridewell and three of her five grandchildren Lauren Waldo, Michael Waldo, and Steven VandenEykel attended. Sidney is a member of Lodge 148, El Maton.

Lodge 204 Stephenville: members helping members

It has been a while since I wrote a newsletter, but here goes. Our last meeting of Lodge 204, Stephenville was done on Skype, a program that lets you see the other person as well as talk to them on the computer as if they were in the same room. We still have some bugs to work out but this may be the way to go in the future, as I may not be able to make all of the meetings in the future. On the sick list for the month were yours truly—the president and wife Gracie—second vice president. I spent two weeks in the hospital with pneumonia, during all of the ice and snow that we had. I didn’t mind that so much, but I was very sick and didn’t care. On the day that I was being discharged, I received a call that Gracie was in the hospital with high blood pressure and being treated in emergency. So I called fellow member Sandra Pierce and told her what was going on. Sandra and husband Floyd came to the hospital to see what they could do. Floyd brought me home. Meanwhile,

Gracie’s son Andy came from Cedar Creek Lake to see about Gracie, and about midnight, Gracie was released. Andy brought Gracie home, but that left our car parked in Sandra and Floyd’s driveway for the night. The next day, Sandra and Floyd brought our car home. I will always be grateful for all of their help. This is the way that SPJST works—members helping members. I am still on home health care for a couple of weeks, but I am finally feeling better and almost back were I was before all of this happened. The weather is really pretty today, but a little chilly, and the north wind is blowing. Maybe we will be getting into spring soon and see the trees green out. I will like that because February is my down month, and I like spring best when everything is green, and new life is going on all over the world. Be kind to your family and friends because there may not be a tomorrow. Norman M. Kneschk President/Treasurer/Reporter —SPJST—

SPJST ENC sets barbecue cook-off

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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Reunions

Springtime at Cooper Farm!

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 13 Cyclone-Meeks Schools—at Seaton Community Center, Seaton, Texas. For information, Bob and Janell Kasberg (254) 778-7820; or (254) 7181168. Submitted by Rosamond Bedrich, Lodge 24, Cyclone

April 9, 10 Descendants of Joseph and Theresa Wick Dobecka and Theresa Wick 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.

Bluebirds have arrived at SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm. “These are the birds that the youth made the bluebird boxes for last year,” ENC Executive Director John Hoelscher says. John believes the birds have arrived because of the bluebird boxes and the cowbird management program at Cooper Farm. “The birds are very social,” John says. “When you see them, you will see about 20 or more, and they are really big on taking baths!”

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Welcome to SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm!

SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm is ready to welcome visitors to the facility. A new gate was added last week.

Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss

March 2 was the birthday of children’s book author who wrote under the name Dr. Seuss, born Theodor Geisel, in Springfield, Massachusetts (1904). He published his first book for children, And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street, in 1937. He went on to publish a series of fairly successful books for older children, and

then, in 1955, an educational specialist asked him if he would write a book to help children learn how to read. Seuss was given a list of 300 words that most first-graders know, and he had to write the book using only those words. Seuss wasn’t sure he could do it, but as he looked over the list, two words jumped out at him: “cat” and “hat.” Seuss spent the next nine months writing what would become The Cat in the Hat (1957). That book is 1,702 words long, but it uses only 220 different words. Parents and teachers immediately began using it to teach children to read, and within the first year of its publication, it was selling 12,000 copies a month. A few years later, Seuss’s publisher bet him $50 that he could not write a book using only 50 different words. Seuss won the bet with his book Green Eggs and Ham (1960), which uses exactly 50 different words, and only one of those words has more than one syllable: the word “anywhere.” Submitted by, David Knape Lodge 187, Round Rock —SPJST—

District Seven Youth Give Barbecue Pit to SPJST ENC

SPJST ENC Executive Director John Hoelscher, center, proudly accepts a barbecue pit donated by District Seven Youth to SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm. Delivering the pit to the camp were District Seven FAC Glen Pruski of Lodge 107, Floresville, left, and 2010 SPJST State Fraternalist of the Year James House of Lodge 202, Jourdanton.

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SPJST Financial University

Living Trusts: Fact and Fiction By James L. Lee, III, CPA

Living trusts are powerful estate planning tools that can help many people. Living trusts provide certain advantages that are not available with other estate planning devices. Living trusts are a way to manage and control property during life and distribute property at death. They are not, James L. Lee, III however, a cureall. Disciples of the living trust abound today. They tout the advantages of living trusts with the fervor of a television evangelist. Let’s separate the facts about living trusts from some of the fiction that is being advocated. First, it is necessary to understand the nature of a living trust. Technically, living trusts are “revocable inter vivos” trusts. If a trust is “revocable,” the person who establishes the trust can change all or any part of the trust, so long as that person is competent. “Inter vivos” is Latin for “during life.” At death, the living trust becomes irrevocable. Assets owned by living trusts generally are not included as part of the probate process at death. Probate is the court proceeding by which a deceased person’s assets are gathered and distributed to his or her beneficiaries. Fact or fiction, avoiding probate is always desirable? In a strict sense, this is fiction. Probate can be an expensive and time consuming process. However, many states have adopted the modern Uniform Probate Code that substantially streamlines the process. Also, there are some situations in which a probate proceeding may be desirable. Fact or fiction, living trusts always save money during administration of the estate? By avoiding the probate court, living trusts may save on the associated attorney fees and court costs. However, there are still income and estate tax returns to file and legal, administrative and asset transfer work to do. This claim is not fiction, although it is hyperbole.

Fact or fiction, living trusts save on estate taxes? Fiction. Living trusts do not necessarily save federal estate taxes. Estate tax saving provisions can be incorporated into living trusts. However, those same provisions can be incorporated into a will. Therefore, living trusts do not offer any inherent tax saving advantages. Fact or fiction, living trusts are private? This is largely fact. By avoiding the probate process, you can keep the distribution of your assets private. Also, if the trust is funded (i.e. assets have been transferred into the trust before death) the size of the estate can be kept quiet. Note, however, that some transfers, notably real estate, are always public. Note also that the probate process in many states prohibits outsiders from learning what assets are part of the estate’s inventory. Fact or fiction, a living trust can help in the event of incapacity? Fact, provided you have either placed assets in the trust before incapacity or a device exists to place your assets into the trust in the event of incapacity. Another device, the durable power of attorney, can be used in some cases as a less expensive alternative to the living trust when planning for incapacity. A trust is not appropriate for every individual. You should discuss the advantages of a trust with your estate planning attorney if: 1. you are the parent of minor children, 2. you desire privacy, 3. you own real property, 4. your estate is in excess of the applicable exclusion amount, and 5. you wish to avoid probate. The living trust is an important tool that provides many advantages. Living trusts are not, and never have been, a panacea. It remains important to work with an experienced estate planning attorney and evaluate all alternatives before adopting an estate planning strategy. This material was prepared by Raymond James for use by James L Lee, III, CPA, Wealth Advisor of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. —SPJST—

In Memoriam

In Memory of Regina Zabcik

We, the Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone, on behalf of our officers and members, express sincere sympathy to the family of our departed member, REGINA ZABCIK. After living life to its fullest Regina Zabcik, age 93, joined husband Ben in heaven on January 20, 2011. Her passing is not filled with sorrow but with loving memories of life shared with us. Regina Lichnovsky Zabcik was born on Sep- Regina Zabcik tember 7, 1917, to Roman and Marie Dudik Lichnovsky in Penelope. Childhood was spent in West, Texas, before moving to Temple where her father introduced her to Ben Zabcik. They married on March 25, 1940, and lived in Meeks where Ben ran a grocery store. After World War II, they moved to the family farm in Zabcikville. Regina was a beautiful lady, a best friend to many, a wonderful mother, a loving grandma and great-grandma. She would light up a room with her smile. She had unconditional love, and we could all count on her strength and support. She was a homemaker, a seamstress who made quilts for her children and their families, and a cook who could stretch a simple meal to feed whoever stopped by. Regina and Ben were leaders in the community. Regina went door-to-door asking people to sign up for the first telephone system (a wooden, handcrank phone). Ben helped build a lunchroom at Seaton School and after the school closed, Regina worked with others to transform it into a senior citizens center and community center. She was active in Ocker Brethren Church taking leadership roles in Christian Sisters, Bible School, Sunday School, and provided fresh flowers for Sunday services. She was active in SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone and supported Ben, who served as SPJST Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary. Retirement was spent traveling extensively. Regina is survived by daughters, Barbara and husband Bill Docekal of McKinney and Betty Jean and hus-

band Greg Hall of Georgetown; five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren Debbie and husband Shane Desselle and Brittney of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Gail and husband Rick Bruno, Juliana and Sofia of Carrollton, Drew and Jennifer Hall, Morgan, Kennedy and Ryan of Round Rock, Cory and wife Jennifer Hall, Reese, Kendall and Jake of Midland, and Tyler and fiancé Meredith Hooten of Lubbock; and sister Martha Dubcak. Memorials may be made to Ocker Brethren Church, 17454 State Highway 53, Temple, 76501; or to Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, 119 West French, Temple, 76501. Visitation was at Crawford-Bowers Funeral home on Sunday, January 23 from 4 to 6 pm. Service was held at Ocker Church in Zabcikville on Monday, January 24 at 10 a.m. Arrangements were under the direction of Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home, Temple. Resolution Committee Margaret Mikeska —SPJST—

In Memory of Peggy Gartner

Funeral service for Peggy Clowers Gartner, age 68, of Lufkin was held Thursday, February 3, 2011, at 10 a.m. in Carroway Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Joe Kann a m p u z h a officiating. Interment followed in Garden of Memories Memorial Park. Mrs. Gartner Peggy Gartner was born April 12, 1942, in Foreman, Arkansas, to the late Eunice (Davis) Butler and Sam B. Butler. She died Sunday, January 30 at her residence. Mrs. Gartner had retired as a district secretary for Wal-Mart following 19 years of service. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 191, Lufkin. She was also a member of the Polka Dot Club, the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, and Angelina Community Playhouse and First United Methodist Church in Foreman, Arkansas. Mrs. Gartner had

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lived in Lufkin for the past 35 years, and was a former resident of Foreman, Arkansas. Survivors include sons Jody Clowers of Lufkin and James Clowers of Virginia; granddaughter Shelby M. Clowers of Texarkana; grandson Colton G. Clowers of Texarkana; sister and brother-in-law LaVerne and Bobby Manley of Graford; stepchildren Melanie Carpenter of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Bob Gartner of Houston, Crystal Carpenter and Katrina Gregory, both of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; and brother-in-law Taylor Davis of Foreman, Arkansas. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Gartner was preceded in death by husband Jack Gartner; and sister Syble Davis. Pallbearers were Larry Parten, David Lee, Thomas Rainey, Glenn Lenderman, Kent Henson, and Randy Kendrick. Honorary pallbearers were David Sharp and Kelly Kendrick. The family received friends and loved ones from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday evening, February 2 at the funeral home. Memories and condolences may be added at www.carrowayfuneralhome.com. Carroway Funeral Home in Lufkin, was in charge of arrangements. Submitted by, Andy Anderson, President Lodge 191, Lufkin —SPJST—

In Memory of Josephine Simek

We, the Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone, on behalf of our officers and members, express sincere sympathy to the family of our departed member, JOSEPHINE ANNA SIMEK. Funeral service for Josephine Anna Simek, 95, of Zabcikville was held at 11 a.m., Friday, February 25, 2011, at Ocker Brethren Church with Reverend Ron Winsman officiating. Burial was in Ocker Cemetery. Mrs. Simek died Tuesday, February 22 in a Temple Living Josephine Simek Center. Mrs. Simek was born November 29, 1915, in Zabcikville to Joseph Beran and Anna

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Bubela Beran. She graduated from Rosebud High School. She married Jerry W. Simek. He preceded her in death. She was a quality control supervisor for Haywood Manufacturing and had worked for Seaton School Cafeteria. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone and Ocker Brethren Church. She lived in the Zabcikville area all of her life. Survivors include son Jon Simek and wife Brenda of Temple; grandsons Jon W. Simek and Jason Green; and great-granddaughter Morgan A. Simek. Memorials may be made to Ocker Christian Sisters or to Ocker Brethren Church. Resolution Committee Margaret Mikeska —SPJST—

In Memory of John Wiesner

John Edward Wiesner went to be with the Lord on February 6, 2011. John was born on October 5, 1931, in Elgin, Texas, the son of John Lawrence and wife Tony. He served in the United States Army for two years during the Korean War receiving a number of awards including the Bronze Star. After service, he tried a number of work efforts in- John Wiesner cluding milkman, airplane mechanic, and even car salesman before settling in a life career with Lutheran Brotherhood Insurance with which he supported his family and made many friends. John and wife Ruby loved to polka dance and were longtime members of Polka Lovers Klub of America. He also loved to tinker with antique autos and was a member of Fredericksburg Vintage Car Club. As a true Texan, he also hunted and fished, among various outdoor activities. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin. Visitation was held at Mission Park Funeral Chapels North on Wednesday, February 9 from 5 to 8 p.m. Church service was held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, February 10 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Stonewall with a graveside service following at Mission Burial

Park North in San Antonio at 2 p.m. Pallbearers were Albin Machu, Leroy Marx, Nathan Gibson, Herbert Klaus, John Charles Wiesner, and Brandon Gibson. Honorary pallbearers were Kenneth Brymer and Nolan Dietert. He is survived by loving wife of 56 years Ruby L. Wiesner; daughter Shelly Gibson-Thivierge and husband Richard; son John Alden and wife Bea; grandchildren John C. Wiesner and Nathan and Brandon Gibson; step-grandchildren Buck McClellan, Dawn Melton, and Dustin and Derrick Thivierge; and five great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church of Stonewall, Texas or New Life Children’s Center at Canyon Lake, Texas. Respectfully submitted, Evelyn Gustafson —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy

We, the Resolution Committee, on behalf of the members of Lodge 9, Snook, extend our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our brother, WILLIAM “BILL” CLINTON ELSIK. Funeral service for William “Bill” Clinton Elsik, age 75, was held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, January 23, 2011, at Snook Brethren Church. Burial followed in Snook Cemetery. Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, January 22 at Strickland Funeral Home in Caldwell. Pallbearers were Gene Elsik, Jr., Christopher, Clint, Jacob, Scot, Bill Elsik Steve, and Jonathan Elsik, Rob Schleider, Gabe Matcek, and Clint Machann. Acting as honorary pallbearer was Rachel Elsik. Mr. Elsik passed away Friday January 21. He was born October 8, 1935, in a sharecropper’s house on Indian Camp Prairie, part of the paternal grandparents John Frank and Teresie Kocurek Elsik’s farm and ranch in Burleson County, the son of Vilem Tomas Elsik and Isabel Valentine Matcek Elsik. He was christened in St. Mary’s Catholic

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Church in Caldwell, and he was later confirmed in the Evangelical Unity of the Snook Czech Moravian Brethren Church. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 9, Snook. Bill grew up on his parents’ farm and ranch between Snook and Tunis. He attended grade school at Happy Hill School near Tunis and later Snook Independent schools. He graduated as valedictorian from Snook High School in 1953. During high school, he managed football and played basketball and softball. He drove a mechanical cotton picker for his father in Burleson and Victoria counties. He attended Texas A&M University and attained a bachelor of science, master of science, and doctor of philosophy degrees in geology, finally specializing in palynology, the study of fossil pollen and spores. His favorite pastime was hunting and fishing. During rainy periods, he and his younger brother would make clay dams in the roadside ditch in front of the house and catch crawfish. During the summers, he chopped, picked, and weighed cotton. One particularly hot, dry summer, he recalled standing over a six-inch wide, six-foot deep crack in the black gumbo soil and thinking, “This is not for me.” Bill spent one summer hustling jugs on a seismograph line in west Texas for Gulf Oil. At that time, he would drive the highways at night with his wife and first son looking to harvest rattles from snakes run over on the road. He found one still wriggling, stopped a short distance away, and walked back with a stick to dispatch the snake. As he approached it, a large truck drove by and one of the tires picked up the rattler and swung it through the air a few inches from his head. “God gives us many more lives than cats,” he often said. Bill married Mary Lynn Mikeska on June 29, 1957. They had two sons, William, Jr. and Curtis, and one daughter Cheryl Lynn. Bill joined Humble Oil and Refining Co. in 1962, retiring 28 years later from then Exxon Corp. He was a founding member and a president of American Association of Stratigraphic Palynologists. He had the honor of having a colleague name a newly discovered spore after him. He is survived by his loving wife Mary Lynn; sons Bill, Jr. and wife Jennifer and Curt and wife Kristi; brothers and sister-in-law Gene and Janice Elsik and David Elsik; sister Sandi Elsik; sister-in-law Georgia and Jim-

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mie Cummings; and grandchildren Clint, Jacob, Rachel, and Christopher, and Jonathan. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; and daughter Cheryl Lynn. Funeral arrangements were with Strickland Funeral Home in Caldwell. May our departed brother rest in peace. Resolution Committee Maude Jakubik Ann Schoeneman —SPJST—

Resolution of Sympathy

We, the Resolution Committee, on behalf of the members of Lodge 9, Snook, extend our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our brother, RAYMOND KOVAR. Funeral services for longtime Snook blacksmith shop owner Raymond H. Kovar was held at 10 a.m., on Thursday, February 10, 2011, at Snook Brethren Church with Reverend Joseph Polasek officiating. Interment followed in Raymond Kovar Giesenschlag Cemetery. Mr. Kovar died Monday, February 7 at Burleson-St. Joseph Manor in Caldwell. Raymond was born March 23, 1923, in Snook, the son of Henry and Minnie (Vajdak) Kovar. He was baptized in 1937 by Reverend Henry Beseda, Sr. He graduated from Snook High School and went on to attend Texas A&M University and Sam Houston State. He joined the United States Army Air Corps, serving his country during World War II. He was married to Margie Giesenschlag on December 28, 1945, in Burleson County. Raymond helped found the Volunteer Fire Department in Snook and housed the fire truck at his shop in Snook until a fire station was built. He and his son, Mark, crafted the sign over the entrance at Giesenschlag Cemetery. He was a member SPJST Lodge 9, Snook. He was also a member of Marion Mays American Legion Post No. 455 in Somerville. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Albina Dalchau and

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Viola Sebesta; and brother Richard Kovar. Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Margie Kovar of Snook; sons and daughters-in-law Glenn and Debra Kovar of Brenham and Mark and Kathy Kovar of Caldwell; brother and sister-in-law Edwin and Ruth Kovar of Snook; sister and brother-inlaw Minnie and Arnold Foltermann of Bryan; Mildred Barry of Hempstead; brother-in-law Wilton and Mary Ann Giesenschlag of Somerville; grandchildren Lance and wife Heidi Kovar of Fredericksburg; and Justin Kovar of College Station; Brent and wife Stacy of Conroe; Rachel and her husband Chris Allen of Cypress; eight greatgrandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Pallbearers were Keith and Kirby Foltermann, Larry, Michael, and David Kovar, Bobby Rubach, and Hayden and Kelvin Barry. Arrangements were entrusted to Strickland Funeral Home in Somerville. May our departed brother rest in peace. Resolution Committee Maude Jakubik Ann Schoeneman —SPJST—

In Memory of Amanda Quade

Amanda Johanna Laura (Ziese) Quade, 94, of Round Top, Texas, passed away on Saturday, February 19, 2011, at Saint Joseph Regional Hospital in Bryan, Texas. Amanda was born in Walhalla, Texas, on August 12, 1916, the daughter of the late Bernhard and Helene (Oetken) Ziese. She married Gustav “Gussie” Quade on January 14, Amanda Quade 1937, in Waldeck, Texas. Gussie passed away on January 10, 1974, after 36 years of marriage. Amanda was the owner of Quade Grocery Store in Warrenton and retired after 23 years. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 179, Warrenton, Round Top and Warrenton Fire Departments, and WELCA Ladies Aid for several years. She loved sewing, dancing, and traveling with her family.

She is survived by daughter Linda Lou Makowsky of Burton; granddaughters Micha Van Marcke and husband Gauthier of Houston, Linnae Hutchison and husband Timothy of College Station, and Alana Isaacks and husband Steven of Cypress; greatgrandchildren Alexandra, Hayden, and Noah Hutchison of College Station, Ben and Grace Isaacks of Cypress; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son-in-law Elroy Makowsky; sisters Elda Muske, Linda Ziese, and Lydia Quade; brothers Otto, Hugo, Elo, and Alfred Ziese; three brothers-in-law; four sisters-in-law; and father-in-law and mother-in-law Gustav and Johanna (Jane) Quade. Visitation was held Monday, February 21 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Tuesday, February 22 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Koenig and Strickland Funeral Home in La Grange. The family received friends on Tuesday, February 22, from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral service was held at Saint John’s Lutheran Church in Warrenton, Texas, at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, February 23. Burial followed at Florida Chapel Cemetery in Round Top. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John's Lutheran Church, 4444 South State Highway 237, Round Top, Texas 78954; Florida Chapel Cemetery, Round Top, Texas 78954; or Hospice Brazos Valley. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Koenig and Strickland Funeral Home in La Grange, Texas. Family and friends can view and sign the guestbook online at www.lagrangefunerals.com. Submitted by, Lloyd Goehring Joan Goehring —SPJST—

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In Memory of Alfred Baack

Alfred Albert Baack, age 85, of Shelby, Texas died Wednesday, February 16, 2011. Alfred was born in Giddings on December 20, 1925, where he was raised, educated, and confirmed. During the Korean War, Alfred served in the Army as a sharpshooter and cook. In January 1948, Alfred Baack he married Gladys Meischen in Houston, where they lived until 1990 when he retired from EFCO and moved to their weekend home in Shelby. Alfred was a longtime, active member of SPJST Lodge 179, Warrenton. Visitation was held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, February 17 at Memorial Oaks Chapel in Brenham. Funeral service was at 1 p.m. on Friday, February 18 at Saint Paul Lutheran Church in Shelby. Alfred was buried in Shelby Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 63 years Gladys Baack of Shelby; daughter Beatrice Turner of Houston, son Rickey Baack and wife Vickie of Magnolia; grandchildren Brandon Lee Baack of Magnolia, Heath Carson Turner of Leesville, Louisiana, Amber Michelle Baack of Magnolia, and Justin Michael Baack of Huntsville; great-grandchildren Colton Lane, Dylan Ryan, and Hallie Reagan; brother Fritz Baack; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; and two sisters. Submitted by, Lloyd Goehring Joan Goehring —SPJST—

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In Memory of Rose F. Polivka

Rose Frances Polivka, age 98, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, entered eternal life on Monday afternoon, February 28, 2011, at the care center where she resided for the past eight years. Rose was born on August 5, 1912, in Bell County, Texas. She was the Rose Polivka daughter of the late Frank P. and Rosie Tomastik Kristinek. She was raised in Bell County and attended schools in Little Elm and Oscar, Texas. On April 13, 1946, she married Harvey L. Polivka in Temple, Texas. He preceded her in death on December 26, 1995. Shortly after their marriage, they moved to Manitowoc. Rose was a member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton, Texas. She received a certificate of recognition from SPJST in 2008 for attaining the “Grand Age of 96.” Rose and Harvey enjoyed traveling to their cottage in Townsend, Wisconsin, and to Texas to visit family and friends. She enjoyed cooking and baking for her family, especially her grandchildren. Rose was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed watching the Green Bay Packers and the Milwaukee Brewers. Playing bingo with friends was one of her favorite activities. She is survived by children Rose Marie (Jim) Meyer of Two Rivers, Wisconsin and Harvey (Mary) Polivka, Jr. of Manitowoc; grandchildren Michelle (Jason) Pukita, Patricia (Michael) Goetzman, and Jonathan Meyer; great-granddaughter Alyssa Rose Pukita; sister-in-law Miladie Kristinek of Temple, Texas; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Harvey; brothers Frankie, Otto, Ernest, Sr., and William Kristinek; sisters Kristina Bartek, Mary Bartek, and Lenora Talasek. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 7 at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home with Reverend Gerald Foley officiating. Burial took place at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. —SPJST—

Death Claims Paid in February, 2011 S up re m e L od g e SPJ ST • Te m p l e, Te xa s

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Melvin Emil Polasek Joan Marie McNabb Julia M. Huser Joe Johnny Kopriva Anna Karel Kenneth C. Baker Josephine Campbell Rudolf Jurica Helene Mallory Joseph Ancinec Angela L. Kluck Doris Mae Darilek Richard L. Glass Dee Anne Reaves Otto W. Bielss, Jr. Magdalena S. Moreno Evelyn Spacek James Tinsley Lane Jerry D. McDaniel Barbara Ann Baker Larry E. Haskovec Elvira Messer Denny M. Knight Ronald Polasek Jatheta P. Pechacek Glenn Pflughaupt Wilma Mae Vacek Vance C. Fridye Chas. Kutscherovsky Albina Wiedemann Martha M. Prnka Regina Zabcik Karen Sue Zgabay Woodrow Patterson Antonio Venegas Corona Ramona Martinez Leona A. Nors Alphonse C. Rabel Mary Troy Susan E. Kelly Valasta R. Johnston Elsie Lee Gilfond Raymond Robert Goldman Nelson L. Marek Alice Macalik Theresa M. Rentfrow Doraine Pearl Buck Bessie Agnes Planka Wilma Mae Bailey Willie Jerry Mazach

Lodge

17 29 88 15 88 87 88 63 180 157 169 88 172 54 130 171 92 151 35 40 25 23 87 40 35 1 81 88 6 35 6 24 17 142 76 32 66 4 88 88 30 88 47 17 84 79 23 162 177 17

From 2/01/2011 to 2/28/2011 Location

New Tabor Taylor Houston Buckholts Houston Temple Houston Sweet Home Burleson Lubbock Brenham Houston Pasadena West Dallas Lockhart Fort Worth Wharton Elk El Campo-Hillje Ennis Moravia Temple El Campo-Hillje Elk Fayetteville Needville Houston Cottonwood Elk Cottonwood Cyclone New Tabor Houston Wichita Falls Victoria Waco Hallettsville Houston Houston Taiton Houston Seaton New Tabort Dallas Corpus Christi Moravia Iowa Colony Academy New Tabor

Date of Admission

10/04/1944 7/19/1974 7/01/1954 9/01/1960 3/20/1956 3/16/1972 8/09/1974 1/01/1955 3/01/1983 10/01/1987 7/14/1969 10/23/1940 2/01/1985 7/13/1990 7/14/2004 6/13/2007 2/19/1944 5/24/1940 11/05/1958 11/03/1955 12/05/1955 8/31/1943 3/01/1983 8/18/1943 12/14/1971 11/24/1952 7/24/1978 8/12/1970 6/01/1952 1/29/1941 10/20/1959 12/12/1934 3/01/1963 1/31/1979 8/16/2004 6/20/2006 1/21/1954 1/20/1944 5/03/1931 12/01/1995 8/12/1971 10/13/1947 5/06/1946 10/01/1953 8/30/1974 11/07/1946 12/06/1938 8/01/1938 3/11/1943 6/09/1949

Date of Death

1/04/2011 1/09/2011 9/13/2010 1/13/2011 12/29/2010 1/12/2011 1/07/2011 1/07/2011 1/08/2011 12/04/2010 12/27/2010 12/22/2010 12/21/2010 1/20/2011 12/25/2010 1/01/2011 1/06/2011 11/05/2010 1/19/2011 1/14/2011 12/29/2010 11/19/2010 1/08/2011 1/26/2011 1/25/2011 1/06/2011 11/28/2010 1/19/2011 1/28/2011 1/07/2011 1/03/2011 1/20/2011 1/24/2011 1/09/2011 1/15/2011 1/30/2011 1/28/2011 1/11/2011 1/22/2010 10/06/2010 2/09/2011 1/08/2011 1/29/2011 12/19/2010 1/19/2011 1/18/2011 1/13/2011 2/01/2011 11/16/2010 1/24/2011

To the Bereaved Survivors of Our Deceased Brothers and Sisters, the Supreme Lodge SPJST Expresses Its Heartfelt Sympathy. Fraternally, Leonard D. Mikeska, FIC, Secretary-Treasurer

Age

85 61 84 64 84 86 81 94 83 83 85 88 78 55 77 78 89 74 68 71 55 89 71 68 62 85 86 81 58 92 86 93 63 91 80 89 92 82 94 50 91 86 84 77 81 88 87 92 81 99

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Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club elects officers

On Tuesday, February 22, Lodge 49, Rowena conducted its first youth club meeting. Eight youth and six adults attended. Officers were elected, and camp was discussed. Refreshments were also served. Officers elected are: President Richard Rollwitz Vice President Sutton Schwertner Secretary Ana Fuentes Treasurer Cammi Teplicek Reporter Sarah Booher Telephone Committee Kaycee Rollwitz and Tanner Wood Scrapbook Committee Brandon and Hunter Teplicek

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The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to:

SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: (254) 773-8087

Email: melaniez@vvm.com Questions? Call (800) 727-7578

Beverly Teplicek is youth leader, and Diana Rozmen is assistant youth leader. Our next meeting will be March 13, at 4 p.m. Sarah Booher, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena youth to serve on scrapbook committee

Dear Vestnik, I attended my first meeting of SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club in Rowena, Texas, at SPJST Lodge 49 Hall. We had a fun time at the meet-

ing, and I was appointed to serve on the scrapbook committee. I can’t wait until our next youth club meeting. Sincerely, Brandon Teplicek —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena youth elected treasurer

Dear Vestnik, I attended my first meeting of SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club in Rowena, Texas, at SPJST Lodge 49 Hall. I had a fun time at the meeting, and I was elected treasurer of the youth club. I am looking forward to our next youth club meeting. Sincerely, Cammi Teplicek, Treasurer —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club meets this Sunday

On February 22, 2011, SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena organized a new youth club at the lodge hall. New Youth Leader Beverly Teplicek and

Assistant Youth Leader Diana Rozmen welcomed eight prospective members and their parents. Four prospective members were unable to attend because of previous commitments, but they expressed desire to join this newly formed youth club. A brief explanation of the SPJST Youth Program, purposes, and benefits was given, as well as a brief history of SPJST and how it depends on the youth as its future. The group then discussed when the time of the monthly meetings were to be held, as the location will be at the lodge hall. It was agreed that the monthly meetings will be held on the second Sunday of each month starting at 4 p.m. Election of officers followed with Richard Rollwitz - president; Sutton Schwertner - vice president; Ana Fuentes - secretary; Cammi Teplicek treasurer; and Sarah Booher - reporter. The telephone committee will consist of Kaycee Rollwitz and Tanner Wood. Other committees will be appointed at the next meeting. Both Beverly and Diana are very excited about being leaders of such a good group of young people and explained that this will be a fun and educational experience for the members. Brad Teplicek explained the many exciting things available for the youth attending camp, describing them as he spoke—all of the young people were ready to go! Thank you to the parents for shar-

District Two Skating Party Attracts Many Youth Sunday, February 20, 2011 • Skate Haven in Temple

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ing interest in this organization and your children. As leaders, we are counting on your continued support to help our new club progress, as we will work to help your children grow into productive adults. The leader and her assistant served refreshments to all in attendance.

Next Meeting—March 13 The next meeting will be Sunday, March 13 at 4 p.m. Please mark your calendars! We do welcome new members at each meeting. Fraternally, Beverly J. Teplicek Youth Leader Diana Rozmen Assistant Youth Leader —SPJST—

Czech Easter Egg (Kraslice) Decorating Contest

What is it? Kraslice is the Czech word for Easter egg. These hand-painted or decorated eggs are the most recognizable symbol of a traditional Czech Easter. Historically, girls decorated the eggs and then gave them to boys on Easter Monday. There are many techniques of decorating Easter eggs each requiring a certain level of skill and artistry. Many different materials are used, including bees wax, straw (hay), water colors, onion peels, and picture stickers. There are virtually no limitations in creating colorful kraslice. Now it’s your turn. In conjunction with SPJST District Spring Meetings, youth club members are encouraged to design and create their own colorful kraslice. Youth must be present to enter and win. Please check with your youth

leader, District Youth Counselor, or the Vestnik for your district’s 2011 spring meeting date, location, and contest registration time.

Rules Contestants will decorate a standard-sized hen’s egg — or hobby egg — for the contest. Eggs may be blown, plastic, plaster of Paris, wooden, or paper mache. No raw or hard-boiled eggs will be accepted. You may decorate the egg however you like. Use your imagination! The first place winning eggs from each district will be displayed on a Czech Easter tree (Velikonocní stromek) in the SPJST Home Office Lobby through the end of the youth year. The winning eggs from each district will also be judged on the state level. The overall winner in the state competition will receive a $100 gift certificate.

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Kraslice will be judged according to the following criteria: Creative Ability ...................45 Points Skill and Design...................35 Points Appearance and Neatness....20 Points

Participation Awards All Czech Easter Egg (Kraslice) Contest participants will receive a participation award, and youth club members will receive two merit points in the Merit Point System.

Happy Easter! Veselé Velikonoce! —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Enjoy Skating with District Two

Sunday, February 20, 2011 • Skate Haven in Temple • Submitted by Lynette Talasek, Youth Leader

Lodge 47, Seaton youth members attended the District Two Skating Party. LEFT PHOTO: Carley and Macy Cummings are ready for a good time. PHOTO: New member Emily St. Amour, left, and Julia Zavodny

play “fashion police” on the wall. PHOTO 3: Brooke Hoelscher, left, and Morgan Porubsky take a little break. RIGHT PHOTO: Kandace Stone is caught having a little snack!

LEFT PHOTO: Dannikka and Hunter Bartek, left, take a moment to pose with their guests, Ryley Williams and Kyle Sanders. PHOTO 2: Chase Alexander is caught getting down to the song “Everybody Clap

Your Hands.” PHOTO 3: New member Jackson Erskine, left, and Koby Stone smile for the camera. RIGHT PHOTO: Jackson Erskine, Koby Stone, and Brandon Hoelscher show off their door prizes.

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Saturday, February 26, 2011

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State Youth Director Frank Horak, Fraternal Department Assistant Amber Penn, and Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez open the workshop with a skit.

Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek demonstrates fraternalism through the years.

FSS Tammy, left, and SYD Frank present happy birthday greetings to District Five Youth Counselor Barbara Linney-Gonzales, second from left, and Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Leader Joan Vanicek, far right.

Justin Kraatz, left, Garrett Festa, center, and Michael Hoelscher demonstrate a group talent.

Melissa Victorick Brown leads workshop participants in an outdoor activity. Tommy Engelke leads the session on parliamentary procedure.

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ABOVE: Lunchtime. BELOW: Skit participants.

SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm in Waldeck, Texas

ABOVE: Parli-pro demonstration. BELOW: State King Sam Vanicek addresses group.

ABOVE: Melissa gives pointers to royalty candidates. BELOW: Skit participants.

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SPJST Youth Program Mission and Goals

The mission of the SPJST Youth Program is to provide a well-rounded educational, patriotic, and social program. In support of this mission, the SPJST Youth Program will continue to fulfill the following goals.

I. Educational A. To educate youth about SPJST, its history, Czech heritage, purpose, benefits, and future. B. To cultivate a loyalty to SPJST as an organization and a desire to support it and ensure its continued progress and existence. C. To develop character traits in youth which will make them better citizens in their communities, their state, and their nation. D. To guide and lead youth to grow in personal development by giving them opportunities to express their opinions, thoughts, and feelings. E. To provide opportunities for youth to demonstrate creativeness, talent, and knowledge. F. To develop the skills and talents that benefit SPJST’s youth throughout life. G. To foster strong leadership and volunteerism in SPJST’s youth and adults.

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II. Patriotic A. To provide an opportunity for youth to learn about and to practice the democratic process. B. To develop patriotic projects and programs. III. Social A. To work with families and other community agencies to provide meaningful leisure time activities for youth.

Achieving the mission will result in capable, competent, and caring SPJST members.

Definitions Active Youth Member A youngster with a current SPJST insurance certificate may enter the youth program the youth year that he/she will be entering kindergarten. To be considered active, youth club member must attend a majority (seven) of the monthly meetings during the year. The youth must attend the majority of these meetings at his/her home youth club. In those instances where a lodge does not have a youth club, the youngster may attend adult lodge meetings or the meetings of another youth club. The youngster will be eligible for camp and Youth Achievement Day (YAD) after the completion of his/her kindergarten year. Active youth members must be single and not be pregnant

or a parent. The age of the youth on June 1 of the current youth year will be the recognized age in the SPJST Youth Program (camp, YAD, contests, etc.). The youth year begins June 1 and ends May 31. Youth club eligibility ends when the youth graduates from high school. All exceptions will be approved by the Supreme Lodge President and State Youth Director.

District SPJST is divided into seven geographic regions across Texas.

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Leader-In-Training (LIT) A Leader-In-Training (LIT) is an active high school-aged youth who is deemed responsible by his/her youth leader and DYC. The youth club member may attend the LIT workshop, held in June, after completing a Leader-InTraining application and an SPJST camp application and with recommendation from his/her youth leader and District Youth Counselor. LITs attend and assist with their district’s summer camping session. LITs also assist their youth leaders in their youth clubs throughout the year.

District Youth Counselor (DYC) Oversees all district youth activities (camp, youth achievement day, district social, etc.). Each of the seven districts elects a DYC and an assistant(s) in the spring district meeting every year.

Local Lodge Refers to the SPJST lodge of which the youth club is a part. There cannot be a youth club without a local lodge. Youth and adult members belong to a local lodge by being SPJST life insurance certificate holders.

Home Office Located at 520 North Main in Temple, Texas. The main floor of the building houses SPJST’s business offices and public meeting area. The basement is home to the SPJST Archives.

Merit Point Contests Youth club members earn points for participating in lodge, district, and state

Head of the Youth Program SPJST Supreme Lodge President.

Meetings The youth club meets only once per month for its business meetings irrespective of the frequency of lodge meetings.

Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Attend BPA Banquet

Lodge 9, Snook Members Assist Little Dribblers in Championship Win

Colby, Grace, and Grant at the BPA Banquet in College Station.

Recently, Snook Little Dribbler Junior Boys Basketball team went to a tournament. In the tournament, they played four games and remained undefeated. They won the championship game by two points with less than 50 seconds on the clock. Team members are, front, left to right, Alzavier Hall, Kohl Junek, Winzell Williams, Brandon Williams, Lance Vajdak, and Dylan Alwell. Back: Coach Randy See, Colby See, Damonta Allen, KJ Macik, Kaleb Moore, and Coach Kirk Macik. KJ, Colby, Kohl, and Lance and Coaches Kirk and Randy are all members of Lodge 9, Snook.

Dear Readers, Grace and Grant Dusek and myself attended our Business Professionals of America Student Recognition Banquet on Tuesday, February 22, 2011. We participated in the regional competitive event on January 29 in College Station, and we all advanced to State on March 3 in Dallas. If we should win there, then we will move on to nationals to be held in Washington, DC.

I received first place on desktop publishing and first place on the administrative support team with Grace. It’s great that our SPJST youth leader Susan Skrabanek and our teacher Ms. Dusek will get to travel with us to Dallas. We are excited and ready! Keep reading the Vestnik to see how we did! Fraternally yours, Colby Havemann —SPJST—

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activities. The youth leader or assistant youth leader is responsible for recording the merit points of each active youth club member. These points are to be posted on the Quarterly and Merit Point Report and sent to the State Youth Director each quarter. At District YAD, first through fifth place awards will be presented to all qualifying youth in the junior and teen divisions who have earned a minimum of 60 points. Youth club members are also encouraged to keep up with their point totals and provide them to their youth leaders on a quarterly basis.

Quarterly Report To be completed by the youth leader and/or assistant youth leader and sent to the State Youth Director. This report includes the sign-in list and merit point totals. A disbursement of $2 per member per meeting is mailed each quarter to each youth club provided that there is an average of at least five youngsters attending each meeting during the quarter. The quarterly reports are due: September 15 - for June, July, August December 15 - for September, October, November March 15 - for December, January, February June 15 - for March, April, May

State Youth Director (SYD) Oversees the SPJST Youth Program. Supreme Lodge The SPJST Supreme Lodge is comprised of three officers — President,

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Vice President, and Secretary-Treasurer — and seven district directors of SPJST.

Vestnik SPJST’s weekly newspaper.

Youth Achievement Day (YAD) Youth members, ranging from those who have completed kindergarten as of June 1 of the YAD year to high school senior, compete in craft, talent, and royalty contests on the district level. Youth clubs compete in scrapbook and poster contests. Youth clubs also exhibit the beseda dance. Contests are held in the seven SPJST districts in June and July. First place winners in all contests advance to State YAD competition in August in Temple. Youth Program All SPJST members entering kindergarten through high school senior and adults working with the youth such as leaders, assistants, District Youth Counselors, State Youth Director, and Supreme Lodge President. Youth members are divided as follows:

Juniors - Ages Entering Kindergarten to 12 Years Teens - Ages 13 Years to High School Senior

Youth Leader The person elected by the local lodge to guide the youth in an advisory capacity. Assistants help the youth leader as needed or requested.

Youth Year June 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012. Youth Program Structure

Purpose To provide a well-balanced educational, physical, and social program for the benefit of all SPJST members in good standing, entering kindergarten to high school senior. Mission To provide a well-rounded educational, patriotic, and social program.

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Organization Age Divisions: Juniors - Ages Entering Kindergarten to 12 Years Teens - Ages 13 Years to High School Senior

Each lodge will determine if there will be a club for all ages combined or if there will be a junior club and a teen club. Equal activities must be planned for both youth clubs or in the case of one youth club, both age groups. Leadership Structure Supreme Lodge President (Head of the Youth Program) State Youth Director District Youth Counselor/ Assistant DYC Lodge Youth Leader/ Assistant Youth Leader Leader-In-Training (LIT)

The Supreme Lodge President and State Youth Director have jurisdiction over all phases of the SPJST Youth Program.

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club Hosts Chili Fundraiser

February 13, 2011 • Seaton Star Hall • Submitted by Lynette Talasek, Youth Leader

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club hosted its annual chili fundraiser on February 13, 2011. Lodge 47 President Edwin Pechal donated all the chili spices and prepared some of the best chili in Bell County, I am sure. Deer meat was donated by Alan Sutherland and Jerry Talasek. We had a very nice

turnout, and everyone had a great time. We would like to thank Edwin Pechal, Jerry Talasek, Alan Sutherland, and everyone who brought cakes and silent auction items. You all helped to make this a successful fundraiser. —SPJST—

LEFT PHOTO: Brady Alexander does the “cornbread dance” while Chase Alexander and Payton Porubsky look on. CENTER PHOTO: Neil Rabroker, Brooke Hoelscher, and Brady Alexander take their shift in the kitchen. RIGHT PHOTO: Greeters Payton Porubsky, Morgan Porubsky, Angelina Ringwald, and Zoe Talasek. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: New youth

members Dannikka and Hunter Bartek join right in! BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Jason Pietrowski hands out to-go cups and accepts donations. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Koby Stone, Justin Kraatz, Zoe Talasek, Angelina Ringwald, and Chase Alexander help keep track of the silent auction table at the fundraiser.

Lodge 17 New Tabor youth earns caring award

Congratulations to Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club member Maylee Dowell. She received a Person of Character Award for Caring!

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Organizing a Youth Club To organize a new youth club or reactivate an inactive club:

1. Request permission from the local lodge.

2. Secure at least one youth leader who is a member of the lodge and who is willing to organize the youth club. The lodge must secure at least five youth who are members of the lodge and who are willing to join the youth club and become active members. 3. Contact the DYC to meet with the youth leader to help organize the club.

4. Select a certain place and time to meet each month with the approval of the members present and lodge officers.

5. Elect youth club officers and appoint committee chairmen by the third meeting. Youth Club Policy Extensions of Adult Lodge Youth clubs at local lodges are extensions of the adult or “parent” lodge, not separate entities. They exist by virtue and because of the local lodge. If there were no local lodge, then there would be no youth club. Youth Club Reports It is very essential that a report be presented about youth club activities in

Lodge 47, Seaton Welcomes New Youth Club Member

HUNTER BARTEK

Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes Hunter Bartek, age 11, to the youth club. He is the son of Amber and Brandon Bartek. He attends Leon Heights. Hunter plays soccer and loves playing his Playstation. —SPJST—

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the adult lodge meeting every month. This report should include the financial status (treasury) of the youth club. While we generally subscribe to the policy that what monies or funds are raised by the youth club belong to the youth club, it makes for a better relationship if the lodge knows what the youth club is doing, how the money is being spent, and what the status of the funds are. That way, if the youth club ever runs short of funds, the adult lodge will be more inclined to perhaps grant funds to the youth club. However, if the adult lodge never receives a report on any of the youth activities and the youth club operates as a separate and exclusive unit, the adult lodge is not apt to look favorably upon any request that the youth club may have. Furthermore, the funds of the youth club are subject to audit just as the funds of the lodge are. In other words, there has to be some control and accountability on the youth club and its activities.

Youth Club Eligibility Youth clubs must maintain five members in order to receive any monetary allocations or incentive awards. Youth may attend the adult lodge meetings or another lodge’s youth club meeting if either their youth club is not meeting or they need to make up meetings.

Lodge 47, Seaton Welcomes New Youth Club Member

JOSHUA HERRERA

Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes Joshua Herrera, age eight, to the youth club. He is the son of Delia Delgado. He is in the first grade at Western Hills Elementary. Joshua likes golf and is good at putting things together. —SPJST—

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District Youth Counselor’s (DYC) Role and Responsibilities DYC Elections The DYC is an elected officer of the district. The assistant DYC is also elected by the district during the district’s annual spring meeting. The newly elected DYC and assistant DYC will assume office following the district’s annual spring meeting. If a district fails to elect or loses a DYC, the State Youth Director may directly assist with matters needing immediate attention until the next district meeting or until a new DYC can be elected.

District Camp The DYC selects the dates and location for camp as requested by the State Youth Director. Selection of a camp site, dates, and specific program of activities will meet with the general approval of the youth leaders of the district. The DYC will notify the youth leaders of the planned schedule at least 30 days before camp. The DYC shall conduct a camp orientation class for the chaperones and staff before camp begins. Each DYC will turn in his/her district’s camp attendance to the State Youth Director no later than seven days after the final day of his/her district camp. This will include attendance numbers of active youth member, nonactive youth members, adult chaperones, and staff.

Lodge 47, Seaton Welcomes New Youth Club Member

DANNIKKA BARTEK

Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes Dannikka Bartek, age eight, to the youth club. She is the daughter of Amber and Brandon Bartek. Dannikka attends Leon Heights. She plays softball and loves making jewelry. —SPJST—

District Meetings The DYC initiates and conduct all youth programs at the district meetings. Each youth club shall have equal time, and the DYC will decide how much time will be allowed for each youth club. District Social The DYC, provided that funds are available, plans and coordinates at least one district-wide social for all youth members in the district per year.

District Training The DYC sets the date and arranges for the location of district training classes. All costs connected with district training classes come out of each district’s youth fund or other funds available from the district treasury. This includes mileage, meals, and whatever other expenses arise that the DYC chooses to compensate.

District Youth Achievement Day Each DYC is responsible for the date and location of his/her district YAD. YAD responsibilities include selecting judges, coordinating prizes, and organizing and recruiting workers. Immediately after YAD, the DYC will forward the entry cards and attachments of all first and second place winners to the State Youth Director. Youth Club Visits The DYC is expected to visit each

Lodge 47, Seaton Welcomes New Youth Club Member

JACKSON ERSKINE

Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes Jackson Erskine, age five, to the youth club. He is the son of Amy and Todd Erskine. He is in kindergarten at Rogers Elementary. He enjoys dove and duck hunting, working with tools, and playing soccer. —SPJST—

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youth club in his/her district at least once during the year. If he/she is not invited by the youth leader for a certain date, the DYC will notify the youth leader in advance when he/she will make an annual visit. Youth Leader Communication Each DYC communicates with his/her youth leaders on a regular basis (at least once per quarter). The DYC will conduct an orientation with a new youth leader.

Publicity The DYC is responsible for the publicity of district youth events, including YAD and camp, to be published in the Vestnik and local media outlets (newspaper, radio, television, community bulletins, internet), when possible.

Reports The DYC is required to submit an annual report to the State Youth Director and Supreme Lodge President no later than 30 days following his/her district’s annual spring meeting. The DYC submits quarterly reports, including youth club contacts and district youth fund activity, to the State Youth Director.

Lodge 47, Seaton Welcomes New Youth Club Member

EMILY ST. AMOUR

Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes Emily St. Amour, age 13, to the youth club. She is the daughter of Brian and Tricia St. Amour. Emily is a seventh grader at Rogers Middle School. She is interested in track, baton twirling, computers, and riding ATVs. She also loves music. Emily is a member of the National Junior Honor Society and St. Luke’s Catholic Church. —SPJST—

Youth Leader Elections

The youth leader is elected by the local lodge in its annual meeting, usually held in November. The youth leader selects his/her assistant(s) and submits the name(s) to the local lodge for approval.

The youth leader is accountable to the local lodge and the District Youth Counselor. The youth club is under the direct supervision of the elected youth leader. Youth Leader’s Responsibilities

Consults with the president of the local lodge on all important youth club decisions. Presents a monthly youth club report to the youth club and to the adult lodge. Coordinates and plans with the

youth club president the meeting agenda and the order of business. Supervises youth club business handled by youth club officers and committee chairmen. Guides youth members in planning socials and trips. There must be at least two socials annually; however, there is no limit to the number of socials the membership and leadership wish to have. One each month is suggested. Coordinates and supervises all fundraising activities. Must attend district training class and state youth leaders’ workshop for training and updates on the current youth year’s information. Must conduct monthly youth club meetings. Must have an SPJST life insurance certificate in force. Must participate at district functions

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and district activities, including district meetings. Attends all youth club committee meetings as advisor. Communications with the youth club members’ parents on a regular basis concerning youth club activities via newsletters, calendar of events, telephone, e-mail, etc. Submits quarterly reports and youth club roster on time to the State Youth Director. Records the merit points on all active youth members. These should be kept monthly and sent to the State Youth Director as requested. Guides youth in preparing for District and State YAD (craft, talent, royalty, scrapbook, poster, beseda). Assists the DYC in coordinating and preparing District YAD. Attends district training class and state youth leaders workshop.

Lodge 154, Fort Worth Youth Club: Pizza, Cupcakes, and Fireworks

Dear Members, We had our youth club meeting on Sunday, February 20 at my house. We had 18 members attend. We did our Vestnik projects while we waited for everyone to get there. When everyone showed up, we started the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and the Texas Pledge. Then, Gage Cornell led us in the youth club motto. We talked about old business first then moved on to new business. New business was the district meeting with the kraslice contest, the youth club workshop/lock-in and possible projects for Join Hands Day. We also talked about a fun place

to go for our next meeting which is March 20. Some of the suggestions were Main Event, Laser Tag, and a wildlife park. At the end of the meeting, we each got up and told everyone something good that we had been doing. After the meeting was over, we had pizza and cupcakes. Then, we got a special treat - our own fireworks display by my uncle Rome Milan. Thanks, Uncle Rome; it was great! Fraternally, Sophie Milan, Reporter —SPJST—

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Assistant Youth Leader

The assistant youth leader is under the direct supervision of the youth leader. The assistant helps the youth leader as needed or requested.

In determining the number of assistant leaders needed, it is suggested to have one for every 10 active youth club members. Leader’s-In-Training (LIT) Role and Responsibilities Eligibility A Leader-In-Training (LIT) is an active high school-aged youth (freshman to senior) who is deemed responsible and trustworthy by his/her youth leader and district youth counselor.

The youth club member may attend the LIT workshop, held in June, after completing a Leader-In-Training application and an SPJST camp application and with recommendation from his/her youth leader and District Youth Counselor. LITs must attend and assist with their district’s summer camping session. LITs will also assist their youth leaders in their youth clubs throughout the year.

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Opportunities LITs have the opportunity to be positive influences on the lives of the youth club members, while developing important lifelong skills and having the experience of their lives. LITs assist their youth leaders and work with youth club members in fun-filled, educational, and challenging activities and programs. LITs:

Gain valuable experience in positions of leadership and responsibility. Utilize, express, and develop their creative skills and talents. Enrich youth club members’ lives and their own by gaining an understanding of Czech culture, traditions, and values. Learn the keys to successful teamwork. Develop public speaking skills. Enhance problem-solving skills. Develop program ideas from concept to reality. Are a positive influence in the development of children. Work under guidance and direction of a youth club leader.

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Youth Club Member’s Role and Responsibilities

SPJST life insurance certificateholding members who are entering kindergarten to high school senior. Ages are determined by the age of the youth on June 1 of the current youth year. Current life insurance premiums. Follows the Youth Program rules and regulations, as outlined in the SPJST Youth Club Handbook and the SPJST By-Laws. Member of the youth club in the lodge where the insurance certificate is assigned; however, if there is no youth club in the lodge, a youth can qualify for District YAD and camp by attending a majority of the adult lodge meetings. Additionally, a youth may earn points in the merit point system by attending youth club meetings of a neighboring lodge. Current youth club dues. Each

youth club charges a nominal fee for youth club membership. Dues must be current to be eligible to vote or attend socials. Attends at least a majority of the meetings during the youth year. Active Youth Club Membership Privileges

Can hold office, serve as a committee chairman, and serve on committees in the youth club. Can participate in all SPJST programs (YAD, camp, merit points, contests, socials, etc.). Can participate and vote in the meetings.

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2011 Important Youth Program Dates Youth Leaders Retreat

Saturday, March 26 to Sunday, March 27 • SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm

Leaders-in-Training Retreat

Friday, June 10 to Sunday, June 12 • SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm

District Youth Achievement Days

District One—Sunday, July 17 • Caldwell Civic/Visitors Center District Two—Saturday, July 9 • Lodge 24, Cyclone District Three—Sunday, June 26 • Lodge 25, Ennis District Four—Saturday, July 16 • Location TBA District Five—Sunday, June 26 • Lodge 88, Houston District Six—Sunday, July 10 • Lodge 30, Taiton District Seven—Sunday, July 24 in New Braunfels • Location TBA

District Summer Youth Camps

All camps will be held at SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas. District One—Thursday, July 21 to Sunday, July 24 District Two—Thursday, July 28 to Sunday, July 31 District Three—Thursday, July 7 to Sunday, July 10 District Four—Thursday, July 28 to Sunday, July 31 District Five—Thursday, July 14 to Sunday, July 17 District Six—Thursday, July 14 to Sunday, July 17 District Seven—Thursday, July 14 to Sunday, July 17

State Youth Achievement Day

Saturday, August 6 at Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center in Temple

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The 2011 camp tee-shirts are white with the “Sailabration 2011,”design on them. Tee-shirts must be preordered and pre-paid. Youth club members attending camp will receive their tee-shirts at camp. Tee-shirts can also be mailed for an additional $2 for postage per shirt.

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BENEVOLENCE

ROČNÍK 99 CISLO 10 ~ SoundCzech ~

A Shop i s like its Master

Welcome to another edition of SoundCzech, the Czech language course in which you can learn new phrases with the help of song lyrics. Today’s song is by the group Chinasky. It is called, “1970”, and the phrase to watch for is jakej pán, takovej krám.

The Czech phrase jakej pán, takovej krám means — a shop is like its master — and it is something akin to the English phrase “like master, like servant”. If you consider that the song is called 1970 and the lyrics describe the so-called normalization era when hardline communists regained their grip on power in then Czechoslovakia, it is not hard to figure out what the phrase refers to. The master is the communist leadership, headed by then president Gustav Husak – and the shop is the entire country. Chinaski sings “we are Husak’s children” – a phrase still used when referring to the 70s generation. The refrain goes “my parents always taught me ‘don’t put out a fire that’s not burning you, watch things from a distance and never fight lone battles’ ” – some of the cautious lessons of the hardline 70s. And, of course, summing it all up is the phrase jakej pán–takovej krám.

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There are, of course, a number of other sayings used when you want to draw a comparison of some sort. Czechs also have the saying “like mother, like daughter” only in Czech the phrase is jaká matka, taká Katka —a girl’s name Kathy is used in place of daughter purely for the purpose of getting the phrase to rhyme. Katka is one of the most common girls’ names. You can also say jablko nepadlo daleko od stromu — which means “an apple never falls far from the tree” or jsou si podobné jako vejce vejci — which is the equivalent of “they are like two peas in a pod”, but in Czech, you refer to the similarity of two eggs. They are jeden jako druhý or “one, like the other”. And that brings us to the end of today’s lesson. This is Daniela Lazarova saying thanks for learning Czech with me, and na shledanou. — Daniela Lazarová

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~ A Bit O’Irish ~ in Prague

Prague — what a great city to be in and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, Irish traditional holiday. Prague can boast at present six Irish-owned and run Irish bars, and all have something special prepared for St. Patrick's Day. St. Patrick was the patron Saint of Ireland, born in 385 AD and lived as a slave for a period in Ireland, then escaped his captivity to live in a monastery for 12 years after which he returned to Ireland. He established many schools, monasteries, and churches in Ireland, and lived the last years of his life in County Down where he died on the 17th of March in the year 461.

St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated the world over, with green being the theme color, green hats, green ballons, and even green beer. Prague’s Irish bars celebrate this day in big style, and one bar even has a week long Irish music festival to embrace St. Patrick’s Day in Prague, with both local and visiting bands from Ireland participating. Prague presently has six “real” Irish pubs, that is, pubs owned and run by Irish people.

http://www.praguetourservice.com/index.php?action=main&subject=610

—SPJST—

Texas Polka Music Museum annual fundraiser this Sunday

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 West KC Hall, just off 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. 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—

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TWCCHS meets March 16

The Travis/Williamson Counties Czech Heritage Society will meet on Wednesday, March 16, 2011, at Pflugerville Recreation Center, located at 400 Immanuel Road in Pflugerville, at 7 p.m. Bring your parents’ wedding picture. The book, Weddings of the Past, Early Texas Years to 1958 will be displayed along with copies of the “Unveiling Song.” Texas Czech country wedding stories will be shared while enjoying homemade Czech pastries. The purpose of TWCCHS is to promote Czech heritage. Submitted by, Lee Colwell TWCCHS President —SPJST—

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Day Trips: Small community keeps Czech traditions alive By Gerald E. McLeod Friday, January 28, 2011 Austin Chronicle

The Frydek Grotto commemorates a miraculous event and serves as a cohesive element for a small farming community south of Sealy. There isn’t much left of the community of Frydek except St. Mary’s Catholic Church and a few houses surrounded by fields and pastures. Established in 1895, the town was probably named after the Moravian city of Frýdek-Místek. At its peak, between 1901 and 1906, it was a modest settlement with a cemetery, post office, school, store, dance hall, and church. Ethnic Czechs from northeastern Bohemia began pouring into Texas in the early 1850s. First a trickle of landless peasants came for the inexpensive land, and then a flood that included merchants and intellectuals continued

Czech Cultural Calendar

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.

March 12 CCMH 17th Anniversary Celebration—Czech Center Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto Street, Houston: music, bazaar treasures, benefit auction. For general admission, reservations, underwriting/table prices, please call (713) 528-2060; or email events@czechcenter.org. RSVP prior to March 2 please. Eveningʼs net proceeds will accrue toward the Capital Campaign. Submitted by Effie M. Rosene, CCMH Chairman/CEO, Lodge 232, MidHouston

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.

March 26 Dance Auditions for Heart of the Tin

Trunk—at City of LaGrange Randolph Center, 653 E. Pearl Street, LaGrange Texas. Ages 14 and up. For information, call (979) 250-1843; or visit www.heartofthetintrunk.com.

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.

into the 1930s. Many of the immigrants settled on farms in the area around Austin, Lavaca, and Fayette Counties and throughout Bell and McLennan Counties. Many of the original families still have representatives living in the area. Individually self-sufficient, as a group the Czechs came with a strong sense of family and community. They formed fraternal organizations like the SPJST, known in English as the Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas. The organization, based out of Temple, still provides insurance to its members. In the beginning, these organizations served as social clubs, provided assistance to immigrants and one another, and provided protection from hostile Anglo-Americans. Since 1890, the St. Mary’s church has been the center of the community. Besides the lovely stone sanctuary, the church has a large fellowship hall and school. In the center of the tree-shaded property is the hand-built grotto. Grottoes are natural or man-made caves, associated in religious symbolism with the cave that Jesus was buried in after being crucified. One of the most famous in the United States is the Dickeyville Grotto in Wisconsin. Texas has well-known grottoes on the grounds of Catholic churches in Windthorst near Wichita Falls and Hostyn south of Schulenburg. Construction of the Frydek Grotto began soon after the end of World War II. Of the 65 young men from the parish who served in the war, all of them returned. It was a very unusual statistic for any community. In celebration of the soldiers’ return, the veterans and their families traveled to the Texas Hill Country to get limestone rocks that looked like parched bones or were pockmarked with weathered holes. Since 1949, the church has celebrated the last Sunday of April as a day of remembrance and thanksgiving. The men of the church make sausage, the women bake kolaches, and everyone enjoys the polka bands and festivities. The public is always welcome to join in the fun.

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To learn more about Texas’ Czech immigrants, visit the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center at the fairgrounds in La Grange. For information, call (979) 968-9399; (888) 785-4500; or go to www.czechtexas.org. 1,019th in a series. Collect them all. Day Trips, Vol. 2, a book of “Day Trips” 101-200, is available for $8.95, plus $3.05 for shipping, handling, and tax. Mail to: Day Trips, PO Box 33284, South Austin, Texas 78704.

In Loving Memory of Thomas Strmiska

November 24, 1958 - March 2, 2010

They say there is a reason They say that time will heal But neither time nor reason Will change the way we feel For no one knows the heartache That lies behind our smiles No one knows how many times We have broken down and cried We want to tell you something So there won’t be any doubt You’re so wonderful to think of But so hard to be without. We all love and miss you. Your Family and Friends

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S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living has a secure, homelike environment where your loved one can stay independent and connected to his or her community. S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living offers many services included in the price of the apartment, like fine dining, emergency call system, fitness classes, weekly housekeeping, assistance with medication, and much more. Our mission is “to provide unique and individual services that promote independence for an active and productive life.” The caring staff at S.P.J.S.T. treats each resident with respect, love, and affection. • Weekly Housekeeping • Transportation • Social Programs • Fitness Class • No Long-Term Lease License No. 110391

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Fraternal Activities and Entertainment

Post your upcoming fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is Wednesday at 5 p.m. Send your updates directly to: VESTNIK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX to: (254) 773-8087. Email to: melaniez@vvm.com. Advertising rates are $3 per column inch for lodge ads; $6 per column inch for non-profit organization ads; and $10 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at (800) 727-7578 or email melaniez@vvm.com.

LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Hall Rental Information: (979) 966-3795. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of even-numbered months February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Potluck served after meeting. Youth Club Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6 p.m. at the lodge hall.

LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room, 107 East Park Street, Hallettsville. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room.

LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA (3) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. at PointBank Community Center, 739 East Liberty Street, Pilot Point. For directions/meeting information, contact Brian Heitzman (940) 686-4429; or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359.

LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Friday, March 18—Social night, 6 p.m.; trustees meeting, 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 1—Social night, 6 p.m. Sunday, April 3—SPJST Lodge No. 6 meeting/Easter Party, 2 p.m.; SPJST No. 6, Inc. Annual Meeting, 3 p.m., Easter program, egg hunt, and supper afterward Friday, April 15—Social night, 6 p.m. Saturday, April 16—Rural school reunion, 1 p.m. Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Directions: From IH35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light, stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take FM 2114 east 3 miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road. Lodge hall is on the right, 1/2 mile down the road. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: (254) 826-0005. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Hall, 503 Park Drive, Weimar.

LODGE 9, SNOOK (1) Lodge Hall: 457 CR 269, Snook. Directions: From Snook, turn on FM 2155 to downtown. At Snook School, stay right on Spur 2155. At “T”, turn right on CR 269. Go 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3732. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 425 CR 424, Dime Box. Directions: In Dime Box, turn left from FM 141 on CR 424. Go east on CR 425 for 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 884-1451; Lodge Hall: (979) 8843211. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Please join us! LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 36, Buckholts. Directions: Hall is located on Highway 36, east of Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: (254) 593-2222. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Refreshments served after meeting, and door prizes awarded.

LODGE 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions: From Caldwell, turn from Hwy 36 east onto FM 166. Go 2.1 miles, turn left on CR 225. Go one mile, veering right. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Sunday, March 13—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) 9852484; Hall phone: (254) 985-2393; wmmike@peoplepc.com. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Visit www.spjstflaghall.com. LODGE 25, ENNIS (3)

Thursday, March 10—SPJST lodge meeting Saturday, March 12—RVOS picnic Sunday, March 20—Rental Saturday, March 26—Rental

Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit and stay on until you come to Ennis. Go through downtown Ennis, under the overpass/IH45. Go approx. 3/4 mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (972) 875-8381; Hall Phone: (972) 875-8381. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Game room open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. LODGE 26, SKIDMORE (7) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of March, June, and September, 3 p.m. at Skidmore Fire Station. Call Secretary Patricia Thompson (361) 364-1266 for December meeting date, time, and location.

LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 12 noon at Wharton County Library, 746 Clubside Drive, East Bernard. LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) Wednesday, March 9—SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor members will hold their monthly meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. Covered dish meal following the meeting. Live Music by the Bobby Jay Five band 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Friday, March 11—Czech Melody Masters, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m. Fish burgers will also be sold during lent.*** Friday night dance, March 18—Night Skies with A. P. Patschke, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m. Fish burgers will also be sold during lent. Sunday, March 20–Taylor SPJST will host the District Two Spring Meeting at Taylor SPJST Hall. Registration begins at 1 p.m. with the meeting beginning at 2 p.m. A meal will be served following the meeting. Silent auction items are needed, with the proceeds going to the District Two Youth Fund. Wednesday, March 23—Live music by the Bobby Jay Five Band, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, March 25—Edward Kopeckyʼs Czech Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make oldfashioned hamburgers from 6 to 9 p.m. ***Fish burgers will also be sold during lent. All Friday night dances have free admission.

***Thrall 4-H Booster Club will be serving Fish Burgers on the Fridays during Lent which includes the following dates: Friday, March 11 through Friday, April 22. As always, they will be selling grilled cheese sandwiches and old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.

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) 3529139. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Music: Second and fourth Wednesday of the month/music by Bobby Jay Five Band; Fridays, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.; grilled cheese sandwiches and old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.; Senior Citizensʼ Dominoes: First Wednesday of the month, 2 p.m. followed by covered dish meal. LODGE 30, TAITON (6) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo

LODGE 32, VICTORIA (6) Lodge Hall: 3502 North Laurent, Victoria. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall

LODGE 35, ELK (3) Saturday, March 19—Texas Style Saturday, March 26—Cherokee Rose Saturday, April 2—Cherokee Rose Saturday, April 16—Heart of Texas Road Gang

Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From IH35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy. 84 East through Bellmead; go approx. 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Take Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road; go approx. 1 mile; road will dead end. Turn right at dead end; go approx. 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (254) 875-2156; Hall Phone: (254) 863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 38, KOVAR (1) Lodge Hall: 278 Zimmerhanzel Road, Flatonia. Hall Rental Information: (512) 237-2438/day; (830) 8394353/night. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 39, BRYAN (1) Lodge Hall: Cherry Bend Circle, Lot 12, Bryan. Directions: From Hwy 6, turn west on OSR; go 2 miles to Mumford Road, turn left. Go 1.1 miles, turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. Hall (white building) is at the bend of the road). Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Lunch at 12:30 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. For information, call President Wade OʼShields (979) 324-5961; FAC Dianna Everett (979) 693-5287. Insurance certificates info, call Secretary Lillie Matejka OʼShields (979) 324-5961. LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59, Hillje. Hall Rental Information: 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.

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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 12—Private Saturday, March 19—Red Ravens Saturday, March 26—Private Saturday, April 2—Open Saturday, April 9—Private Saturday, April 16—Private

Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy 53, Temple. Directions: Star Hall is 5 miles east of Temple Hwy 53 (Adams Avenue). Seaton Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Edwin Pechal (254) 984-2255; Hall Phone: (254) 985-2548. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Doors open at 6 p.m.

LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: Go east on alternate Hwy 79 south of Taylor. Take a right on FM 619; go about 4 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (512) 365-3733. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Youth Leader Donna Vanecek: (512) 365-5717 donnavanecek@yahoo.com. Lodge 48, Beyersville holds ladiesʼ Bunco night on the second Tuesday of each month. A light meal is served at 6:30 p.m. followed by Bunco games then wrap up with the distribution of prizes, and eating desserts. LODGE 49, ROWENA (4) Lodge Hall: 706 FM 2133, Rowena. Hall Rental Information: (325) 442-4841. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. at the hall

LODGE 51, ELLINGER (1) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Ellinger Fire Department, Ellinger.

LODGE 54, WEST (3) Lodge Hall: 1201 North Davis Street, West. Directions: From IH35, take the West exit; go to blinking light, take a right onto Oak Street. Go two blocks to Davis Street, turn left. Continue on Davis Street and after you pass the middle school, Lone Star Hall is in the next block on the left. 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) 6442896 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.

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LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Violet Street, Needville. Directions: Hall is south on Hwy 36, one mile from the traffic light in Needville. Hall Rental Information: (979) 793-4313; td_stavinoha@yahoo.com. Hall Phone: (361) 7934742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From IH35 East in Dallas, take IH20 East. From IH20 East, take the IH45 exit toward downtown Dallas. IH45 runs into Hwy 75. From Hwy 75, take a right at the Bryan Street exit. From Bryan Street, turn right on Cantreal Street and go until you come to Floyd Street and turn right. Hall is the second building on the right. Hall Rental Information: (214) 826-3557. Hall Phone: (214) 8230072. Band Bookings: Cherri Petr (214) 352-4397/Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north on 50th Street and go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371; Shop (254) 773-6164. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Saturday, 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 Saturday, April 9—River Road Boys, western swing. $8/person Saturday, April 16—Leonard Duckworth 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) 8695767, 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, March 11—Ballroom: Ron Martin Friday, March 18—Dave Alexander, western swing Sunday, March 20—Don Peachey Orchestra of Burnett, Wisconsin. Midwestern party time. 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, March 27—Ballroom dance: Sponsored by Tanglefoot Dance Club

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.

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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) 3936500. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 117, ROBSTOWN (7) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of March, June, September, and December, 1:30 p.m. at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard, Corpus Christi.

LODGE 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date/time/location, call Secretary Stanley Vrla (214) 826-2670/email mvrla@sbcglobal.net or Sales Agent John Vrla (214) 906-3385/email jvrla@cebridge.net.

LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio.

LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Hall: 2622 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit; and stay on until you come to Ennis. Go through downtown Ennis, under the overpass/IH45. Go approx. 3/4 mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (972) 878-5987. Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. at Danbury City Hall, Danbury.

LODGE 141, SEALY (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle 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) 7637245 for meeting location.

LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of January, April, July, and October, 12 noon at Wall Volunteer Fire Department, Wall.

LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony.

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, 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) 295-9665. Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin.

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LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. On the right is a 7-11 store; turn right and proceed past Hopewell School, and through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. Hall Rental Information: (512) 255-1554; (512) 771-4948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall followed by a covered dish meal. Board meeting, 2 p.m.; entertainment, 2:30 p.m. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at Charles Mundayʼs office, 416 Oak Street, Bryan (behind the Kettle Restaurant on Texas Avenue).

LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Street, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information: Andy or Maria Anderson (936) 634-1962; Lodge Hall: (936) 637-2706. Dance Reservations: 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.

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 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 223, PALACIOS (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at Palacios Eagles Lodge, 204 Fourth Street, Palacios.

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 246, MORGANʼS POINT (2) 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 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.

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 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m. Call Secretary Edna Rivas (915) 727-2048 for meeting location.

LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Call for meeting location. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Janice Stevens (325) 537-9224 for meeting date/time/location.

LODGE 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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