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S P J S T Benevolence
H E R A L D
Humanity ISSN —07458800
Linda Johnson Honored with Retirement Lunch
Executive Assistant to the Financial Secretary Linda Johnson, center, will retire on December 31 with 35 years of service. She was honored with a luncheon at the Home Office last week. Linda is pictured with daughter Brenda Esparza and husband J.C. More on page 8.
Brotherhood
December 14, 2011
Doris Tyroch Achieves 45 Years of Home Office Service
Congratulations to Certificate Issue Technician Doris Tyroch on 45 years of service to the SPJST Home Office. She was honored by the Supreme Lodge last week. Pictured with her are Supreme Lodge Chairman Donnie Victorick and Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride. Doris began her employment at SPJST on December 1, 1966.
Sailabration 2011 November State Top Sales Producers
D av i d Na ue r t, F IC Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point District Two
A s s o c i a te Age n t
Helen Heg wood, FIC Lodge 88, Houston District Five
Cookbook Ordering Information........2 Important Dates ...................................3 Interest Rates ......................................3 Readers Write ......................................3 Sailabration 2011 Updates..................4 Lodge Section....................................12
C a re e r Age n t
P h ot o N ot Ava i l a b l e • C a re e r Age n t • E a r n e d P re m i u m
I n s u ra n c e I s s u e d
E a r n e d P re m i u m
I n s u ra n c e I s s u e d
A s s o c i a te Age n t
W i l l i a m R ey n o l d s Lodge 162, Iowa Colony District Five
Mi ke Rodriguez, Jr., FIC Lodge 107, Floresville District Seven
Inside This Week’s Vestnik
SPJST Financial University ..............23 Youth Section ....................................25 In Memoriam ......................................28 Czech Culture ....................................29 Advertisements..................................29 Lodge Calendar .................................30
SPJST Home Office Christmas Open House scenes
Pages 10 - 11
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Lodge 169 Brenham member achieves Grand Age of 96
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District Two Royalty participate in Taylor Christmas parade
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SPJST HERALD
SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 (800) 727-7578 • (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-7447 www.spjst.org
VESTNIK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0807 VESTNIK Fax: (254) 773-8087
email: m e l a n i e z @ v v m . c o m
SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-2902 • Home: (254) 985-0007 email: vanicek@spjst.com
VICE PRESIDENT GENE McBRIDE, FICF, CFFM Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-1450 • Home: (254) 534-1930 email: genemc@spjst.com SECRETARY-TREASURER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 721-4739 • Home: (254) 778-3720 email: leonardm@spjst.com
DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR/CHAIRMAN DONNIE VICTORICK, FIC, CFFM P.O. Box 85, Snook, Texas 77878-0085 Home: (979) 272-3265 • Mobile: (979) 224-3125 email: dv.aggie@verizon.net
DISTRICT TWO DIRECTOR BOBBY WUENSCHE 2451 County Road 405, Taylor, Texas 76574-5421 Home: (512) 365-3013 • Mobile: (281) 352-3517 email: boggybob@peoplepc.com 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 • email: lpflugh@aol.com 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 STATE FIELD REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICTS ONE/FIVE Delisle Doherty Mobile: (832) 232-2049 • Home: (281) 855-2841 email: delisled@sbcglobal.net DISTRICT TWO/TRAINING DIRECTOR 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 Fax: (979) 543-8859 • email: k-kaspar@hotmail.com DISTRICT SEVEN Don J. Strickland Mobile/Office: (979) 820-8879 email: donj.spjst@gmail.com
FINANCIAL SECRETARY ROY VAJDAK (254) 773-1575 email: royv@spjst.com
STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR CHESTER JENKE, SR., FICF Home: (830) 303-4316 Mobile: (210) 413-3053 email: cejenke1@aol.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 - email: spjst@aol.com District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Road, Burlington, Texas 76519-3108 - (254) 9852396 - email: patsyk2011@yahoo.com District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside Ave, Dallas, Texas 75206-5840 • (214) 826-3557 - email: magiclady_46@hotmail.com District Four - Janice Stevens, P.O. Box 613, Hawley, Texas 79525-0613 • (325) 537-9224 - email: stemarjan@taylortel.net District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023-6510 • (713) 649-6138 email: district5dyc@aol.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El Campo, Texas 77437 • (979) 543-7120-6152 - email: lbubela@warpspeed1.net District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 • (210) 535-4916 - email: poohbear78064@hotmail.com
BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Richard Ford, 2392 CR 424, Dime Box, 77853 - (979) 884-1451 - email: Texas 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 Drive 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 Highway 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 Highway 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 Court, 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 Highway 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 Drive, 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, P.O. Box 1481, Georgetown, Texas 78627 - (512) 948-5339 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Drive, 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 Avenue K, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 - (281) 342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 447 Shady Hollow, New Braunfels, Texas 78132 - (830) 964-5135 HR ADMINISTRATOR DEBBIE KLINKOVSKY (254) 773-1575 • email: debbiek@spjst.com
Editor’s Note
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Christmas Everywhere
The past week has been filled with much Christmas spirit. David
and I traveled with the float to the Cleburne Christmas parade where thousands filled the streets to welcome the Christmas season. Lodge 180, Burleson members rode the float. After the parade, Lodge 180 President Bill Slavik and Treasurer Carole Slavik welcomed us into their architect office for an open house. The evening was filled with food, warmth, laughter, and good times. We had a great time with Bill, Carole, and Joe and Rhonda Hurtik along with the other Lodge 180 members and friends. I especially enjoyed all of the stories and looking over Bill’s architectural designs. All of our prayers were answered later that evening and throughout the weekend as the rains finally came down on these dry, Texas lands. The rain was great, but it’s not too fun when it rains on a parade—literally. The spirit of Lodge 183, Arlington members in this year’s Arlington Christmas parade was remarkable. Rain or shine—these troupers were ready and willing to promote SPJST! They showed up with raincoats and umbrellas and braved the very wet weather on our rain-soaked float. We traveled the wet roads again on Sunday to Lodge 155, Austin’s Christmas party. It was wonderful to visit with these fraternalists in our Capitol city. Thanks for the welcome and the hospitality and the delicious lunch. We then headed to Lodge 54, West for another special party filled with many, many members and just as many delicious, homemade desserts! Hats off to Lodge 54 for hosting this annual event. The meal was fantastic, and we enjoyed seeing and talking with many of you. See pictures
in next week’s Vestnik. Monday was another amazing day. The very much anticipated delivery of cookbooks arrived. Yea! It was also the Temple Christmas parade and the SPJST Home Office Open House. Christmas filled the air. It was nice. And, the Texas Czech Genealogical Society’s Czech Veterans’ Wall of Honor was unveiled. TCGS volunteers have worked so diligently to create this masterpiece. It’s amazing. The remainder of the week has been filled with more cookbooks arriving and cookbook order processing and shipping. Cookbook pre-orders were mailed on Thursday, December 8 and Friday, December 9. We will do our best to fill all orders we receive between now and December 20 on the same day we receive them. Cookbooks can be ordered online at www.spjst.org; by calling (800) 727-7578 for credit card orders; or by mailing a check with your complete shipping address to SPJST Tasty Traditions Cookbook, PO Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. Cookbooks are $18 ($15 each, plus $3 for shipping/handling per book). Cookbooks can also be picked up at the Home Office for $15 each. The new cookbook contains 700 pages and about 1,400 recipes. It makes a great gift! Correction An article titled “Lodge 39, Bryan Member Proud of Veteran Family History” by Lillie Vytopil Matejka O’Shields of Lodge 39, Bryan appeared in last week’s December 7 Vestnik on page 8. Under the subheading “Matejka Family Record of My Husband Rudolph,” the second sentence should have read, “The remaining three brothers of Rudolph’s served as follows:” We regret the error. —SPJST—
VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the last week of August and the fourth week of December by VĚSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $25 per year for non-members. Membersʼ fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society and enables us to make more informed decisions. The views expressed by writers in the Vestnik do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VĚSTNÍK c/o Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.
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SPJST INTEREST RATES Universal Life
Farm/commercial property rates are subject to change without notice. Call the SPJST Home Office (800) 7277578.
Farm/Commercial Property Rates
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 4.50% for Annualized* Annuities
Annuity I** 5.00% for Annualized*
Annuity II** 3.50% for Annualized*
Annuity III** 3.50% for Annualized*
**Not currently being marketed.
Annuity IV 3.50% for Annualized*
* Rates effective 11/01/11 through 1/31/12.
Five-Year Annuity
When purchased, current interest rates are guaranteed for 5 years.
Band 1—$10,000 to $24,999 Current Rate: 3.75% Band 2—$25,000 to $49,999 Current Rate: 3.85% Band 3—$50,000 and up Current Rate: 3.95%
MORTGAGE LOANS SPJST Residential Mortgage Loans Contact the SPJST for applications and an information/rate sheet. To comply with State and Federal law (SAFE Act), questions about the interest charges and Good Faith Estimate are handled by our Residential Mortgage Loan Originator listed below. RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY RATES 5.00% For terms of 1 to 20 years 5.50% For terms of 21 to 30 years
RESIDENTIAL/FARM FARM PROPERTY RATES 5.50% For terms of 1 to 10 years 6.00% For terms of 11 to 20 years
Residential Property Effective Annual Percentage Rate 5.297% for 1-20 year term Effective Annual Percentage Rate 5.725% for 2121 30 year term Residential/Farm Property Effective Annual Percentage Rate 6.053% for 1-101 year term Effective Annual Percentage Rate 6.319% for 1111 20 year term Requires 25% down payment Purchase rates based upon appropriate credit condition and scores, verified income and assets. The following referenced scenarios are assuming $100,000 loan and down payment of 25%. The Annual Percentage Rates are as follows: EXAMPLES: XAMPLE Residential Property Based on a 20-year fixed rate loan. If purchase price is $100,000 with 25% down payment of $25,000, loan amount would be $75,000. Effective Annual Percentage Rate 5.297%. Based on a 30-year fixed rate loan. If purchase price is $100,000 with 25% down payment of $25,000, loan amount would be $75,000. Effective Annual Percentage Rate 5.725%. Residential/Farm Property Based on 10-year fixed rate loan. If purchase price is $100,000 with 25% down payment of $25,000, loan amount would be $75,000. Annual Percentage Rate 6.053%. Based on 20-year fixed rate loan. If purchase price is $100,000 with 25% down payment of $25,000, loan amount would be $75,000. Annual Percentage Rate 6.319%. All terms subject to change based upon organization/market changes. Equal Opportunity Lender. All terms subject to full credit and collateral approval and SPJST underwriting.
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Family Fun and Important Dates
Dec. 14 Dec. 16 Dec. 16 Dec. 17 Dec. 18 Dec. 18 Dec. 18 Dec. 26 Dec. 28 Dec. 28 Dec. 31 Dec. 31
Lodge 35, Elk Christmas Party (3) Lodge 49, Rowena Christmas Party (4) Lodge 183, Arlington Christmas Party (3) Lodge 191, Lufkin Christmas Dance (5) Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Christmas Meal (7) Lodge 88, Houston Blue Room Christmas Party (5) Lodge 172, Pasadena Christmas Party/Officer Elections (5) SPJST Home Office Closed • Christmas Holiday No Vestnik Published Lodge 258, Seguin Christmas Party (7) Lodge 6, Cottonwood New Yearʼs Eve Social/Party (3) Lodge 18, Elgin New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six (2) Dec. 31 Lodge 24, Cyclone New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Debonaires (2) Dec. 31 Lodge 35, Elk New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Nolan Pick Band (3) Dec. 31 Lodge 47, Seaton New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Wild Horses (2) Dec. 31 Lodge 88, Houston New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Mark Halata and Texavia (5) Dec. 31 Lodge 172, Pasadena New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Texas Ramblers and DJ Tony T (5) Dec. 31 Lodge 191, Lufkin New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Glenn Lenderman (5) Number in ( ) denotes SPJST District
Readers Write
Cyclone Pioneer Cemetery Officers thank Lodge 24 Cyclone Youth Club
On November 13, 2011, SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club and its Youth Leader Joan Vanicek cleaned
Cyclone Pioneer Cemetery and placed new flowers on the graves. We appreciate their hard work in helping keep the old cemetery looking so nice. Great job, youth club! Cyclone Pioneer Cemetery Officers —SPJST—
You may call the SPJST at 254-773-1575 to request a loan information/application package. HUD rec eco ommends visi ting thi s site when appl yi ng f or a mortgage. http:// ://w www.hud.gov/o /off f ices/hsg/ramh/res/Settlement-Booklet-January-6- REVI SED.pdf Brandon Sparks NMLS 273376/TXMB# 56390 Brandon@bartoncreeklending.com 2212 Baltusrol Dr., Austin, TX 78747 Ph: 512-796-4569; Fax 512-857-1030
Pat Patton NMLS 215194 ultd@swbell.net 2212 Baltusrol Dr., Austin, TX 78747 Ph: 512-4721095; Fax 512-282-8838
EUROPA FINANCING, LLC NMLS No. 607611 Residential Mortgage Loan Originator Brandon Sparks NMLS No. 273376 Residential Mortgage Loan Originator Pat Patton NMLS No. 215194
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For a community service project, Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club picked up trash and placed flowers at the Pioneer Cemetery in Cyclone. The youth members also donated money to help pay for the flowers. Pictured are, front, left to right, Cade Campbell, Nash Campbell, Meghan Malcik, and Emily Evatt. Center row: Ty Stock, Macey Malcik, and Alison Evatt. BACK: Cole Campbell, Jonathan Maddux, Madison Malcik, and Sam Vanicek.
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Through the end of November, the following members made referrals during Sailabration 2011 Membership Drive. Lodge Memberʼs Name 0 0 6 9 9 9 9 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 20 24 24 24 25 25 25 25 29 29 29
Misty Meyer Carolyn Schmidt Dorothy Kucera Hannah Kovar Bill Orsak Ann Schoeneman James Schoeneman Weston Beasley Sierra Cash Maylee Dowell Tabor Dowell Kadie Hartman Andi Jo LaFountain Carson Parker Tyler Sandner Rubie Loessin Margaret Campbell Tyler Evatt Lori Slack Julie Crawford Jake Holland Rita Holland Margaret Krajca Joyce Bailey Rita Cocke Dottie Jones
29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 30 32 32 32 40 40 40 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47
Referrals 1 1 3 1 3 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 16 1 23 1 1 2 7 1 1 1
Elaine Machu Michael Massar Adam Mehevec Monica Mehevec Carmen Palla Timothy Palla Jesse Pospisil Lyn Rieger Edmond Tate Lupe Vargas Wayne Voigt Diane Volek Tammy Whatley Debbie Krpec Anna Gonzalez Lydia Rivera Felicitas Sanchez Ardis Bacak Brad Bacak Carmen Kocurek Brady Alexander Chase Alexander Ryan Davidson Debbie Dohnalik Sandra Dubcak Amy Erskine Ruth Hanusch Brandon Hoelscher Brooke Hoelscher Cynthia Hutka Debbie Klinkovsky Brad Kraatz
2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 1 22 1 1 1 1 1 1 17 4 3 2 12 12 4 7 4 2 14 12 1
47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 48 48 48 48 48 48 48 54 79 79 79 79 79 80 80 80 80 80 80 87
Joyce Kraatz Justin Kraatz Lisa Mills Abbey Mitchan Bayley Mitchan Katherine Morris Edwin Pechal Emma Regan Angelina Ringwald Dorothy Stuchly Doris Tyroch Donica Zabcik Margie Faltesek Emily Filla Janet Filla William Filla Alyssa Torres Bonnie Wolf Linda Wuensche Tyler Kaluza Irene Mitchell Mark Rebecek Stephen Rebecek Jerry Sijansky Jill Sijansky Linda Hill Frank Horak Janet Lyon Doni Powell Socorro Wolcott Carol Wolf Stephanie Bartose
2 2 12 4 4 13 2 1 1 13 10 29 1 2 3 3 1 1 2 6 3 2 2 1 4 7 12 1 13 12 13 54
87 88 88 88 88 89 89 107 107 142 151 160 177 177 185 185 186 200 202 202 246 246 246 246 246 246 255 258
Ryan Davidson Nan Darilek Barbara Linney-Gonzales Helen Hegwood Dixie Raskin Lisa Kirby Tammy Martinez Polly Bayer Glen Pruski Catherine Manchack David Bucek Jo Eubanks Janie Coakley Linda Johnson April Howard Jordan Woodall Jessica Enrique Margaret Santana Bettie House Michelle House Karen Franklin Tamara Gettys Ryan Mathis Ann Paruzinski Marissa Salinas Susan Shofner Nicholas Doherty Chester Jenke
2 1 1 1 1 21 12 1 4 2 1 1 1 40 1 1 1 17 3 3 16 46 9 16 31 20 26 13
S PJ S T S a i l a b ra t i o n 2 0 1 1
N ove m b e r To p S a l e s P ro d u c e r s - D i s t r i c t To p A s s o c i a te a n d C a re e r Age n t s
David Nauert, FIC
Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point District Two
A s s o c i a te Age n t
Helen Hegwood, FIC Lodge 88, Houston District Five
Elizabeth Holub Lodge 23, Moravia District Six
William Reynolds Lodge 162, Iowa Colony District Five
C a re e r Age n t
I n s u ra n c e I s s u e d E a r n e d P re m i u m
C a re e r Age n t
I n s u ra n c e I s s u e d E a r n e d P re m i u m
I n s u ra n c e I s s u e d E a r n e d P re m i u m
A s s o c i a te Age n t
I n s u ra n c e I s s u e d E a r n e d P re m i u m
I n s u ra n c e I s s u e d E a r n e d P re m i u m
A s s o c i a te Age n t
Mike Rodriguez, Jr., FIC Lodge 107, Floresville District Seven
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S a i l a b r a t i o n 2 0 1 1 M e m b e r s h i p P ro g r a m P ro g re s s R e p o r t • G o a l : 2 , 0 1 1 C e r t i f i c a te s I s s u e d • T h ro u g h N ove m b e r : 9 7 1 C e r t i f i c a te s I s s u e d
Lodge No.
1 9 13 17 38 39 51 67 94 106 141 169 171 179 186 188 189 201 234
Lodge No.
D I ST RI C T O NE
Lodge Name
Fayetteville Snook Dime Box New Tabor Kovar Bryan Ellinger Schulenburg Wheelock La Grange Sealy Brenham Lockhart Warrenton Caldwell Centerville Bryan-College Station Bleiblerville-Nelsonville Luling
DI S T R I CT T W O
Lodge Name
15 18 20 24 29 47 48 74 80 87 89 155 177 182 187 200 237* 246
Buckholts Elgin Granger Cyclone Taylor Seaton Beyersville Lovelady Holland Temple Rosebud Austin Academy Falls County Round Rock Bruceville-Eddy West Austin Morgan’s Point
Lodge No.
Lodge Name
5 6 25 35 54 66 84 92 130 135 154 178 180 183 204 205 206 226 264
D I ST R I C T T H R E E
Pilot Point-Tioga Cottonwood Ennis Elk West Waco Dallas Fort Worth Dallas Ennis Fort Worth Longview Burleson Arlington Stephenville Terrell Tri-Counties Corsicana* Plano*
Certificates Issued
10 8 4 23 6 14 7 -1 -1 1 3 1 13 1 4 5 2 1 14
Certificates Issued
4 9 6 3 24 34 7 0 8 14 0 3 6 2 7 3 1 20
Certificates Issued
0 12 10 1 10 3 16 5 -1 0 2 3 0 3 -2 -1 4 1 2
Lodge No.
D I S T RI C T F O U R
Lodge Name
49 73 76 157 160 207 209* 215 219 229 230 238 265 272
Rowena Seymour Wichita Falls Lubbock San Angelo Iowa Park Brownwood South Plains El Paso Abilene Midland Goldthwaite* Odessa* Del Rio*
Lodge No.
Lodge Name
65 81 88 91 139 142 156 162 172 175 181 191 196 255
Lodge No.
4 8 10 23 28 30 32 40 41 63 97 125 143 148 151 153 184 223 240
Lodge No.
26 79 107 117 133 164
D I S T RI C T F I VE
Crosby Needville Houston Crosby Danbury Houston Baytown Iowa Colony Pasadena Rosenburg Conroe Lufkin Houston-West Katy
DI S T R I CT S I X
Lodge Name
Hallettsville Weimar Shiner Moravia East Bernard Taiton Victoria El Campo-Hillje Port Lavaca Sweet Home Placedo Westhoff Inez El Maton Wharton La Salle Moulton Palacios Bay City
D I S TR I C T S E V E N
Lodge Name
Skidmore Corpus Christi Floresville Robstown San Antonio Rio Hondo
Certificates Issued
57 2 10 0 2 1 2 10 18 2 1 1 -1 6
Certificates Issued
0 16 42 3 3 10 2 3 8 0 5 5 2 11
Certificates Issued
7 0 0 6 11 11 6 12 -1 2 1 0 4 2 13 0 0 2 17
Certificates Issued
1 39 9 3 -14 0
185 202 258
New Braunfels Jourdanton Seguin
3 2 -2
Lodge No.
H O ME O F FI C E
Lodge Name
Certificates Issued
999 • Denotes lodge has not been chartered. —SPJST—
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S PJ S T Yo u t h C l u b s ’ N ove m b e r U p d a te D I S T R I C T O N E YO U T H C L U B S
Lodge No.
1 9 17 186
Youth Club Name
Fayetteville Youth Club Snook Youth Club New Tabor Youth Club Caldwell Youth Club
Certs. Issued
2 6 15 2
D ISTR IC T TWO YO UTH C LUBS
Lodge No.
18 20 24 47 48 80 87 187 246
Youth Club Name
Certs. Issued
Elgin Youth Club Granger Youth Club Cyclone Youth Club Seaton Youth Club Beyersville Youth Club Holland Youth Club Temple Youth Club Round Rock Youth Club Morgan’s Point Youth Club
2 1 2 9 1 3 5 4 7
DISTRICT THREE YOUTH CLUBS
Lodge No.
6 25 92 154 183 204
Youth Club Name
Cottonwood Youth Club Ennis Youth Club Fort Worth Youth Club Fort Worth Youth Club Arlington Youth Club Stephenville Youth Club
Certs. Issued
4 5 3 0 0 0
D ISTR ICT FO UR YO UTH C LUB S
Lodge No.
49 215
Youth Club Name
Rowena Youth Club South Plains Youth Club
Certs. Issued
16 2
D I S T R I C T F I V E YO U T H C L U B S
Lodge No.
88 142 162
Youth Club Name
Houston Youth Club Houston Youth Club Iowa Colony Youth Club
Certs. Issued
11 3 0
D I S T R I C T S IX YO U T H C L U B S
Lodge No.
4 30 32 40 148
Youth Club Name
Certs. Issued
Hallettsville Youth Club Taiton Youth Club Victoria Youth Club El Campo-Hillje Youth Club El Maton Youth Club
DISTRICT SEVEN YOUTH CLUBS
Lodge No.
185 202
Youth Club Name
Certs. Issued
New Braunfels Youth Club Jourdanton Youth Club
- November 2 0 1 1 -
Rita Holland
Lodge 25, Ennis District Three
$25 Wal-Mart Gift Card
2 2
Listing reflects youth clubs whose quarterly reports were received by September 15.
Ho m e O ff i ce R e c r u i te r of the Month
S a il a b ra t io n 20 11 M o n t h l y P r i z e D ra wi n g W i n n e r - N ov e m b e r
2 5 0 4 0
De bbi e Do h na l ik Accounting Manager Lodge 47, Seaton 8 Referrals
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C o n g r a t u l a t i o n s t o t h e s e a ge n t s fo r a c h i ev i n g a t l e a s t 9 0 p e rc e n t p e r s i s te n c y f ro m N ove m b e r 1 , 2 0 0 9 t o N ove m b e r 3 0 , 2 0 1 1 . L o d ge n u m b e r i s l i s te d f i r s t .
1 9 9 9 9 13 17 38 38 39 51 67 106 171 171 171 179 186 186 186 186 188 188 189 189 189 189 234 234
15 18 18 18 20 24 29 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 48 80 80 80 80 80 87 87 155 177 187 187 200 237 246 246 246 246 246 246
Di s t r i c t O n e Ronald Pflughaupt Donnie Victorick, CFFM, FIC Karen Gaas Stacey Eldridge Bill Orsak, CFFM, FIC Dorothy Rackel, FIC Susan Skrabanek, FIC Katherine Maney Heather Wilhelm John Kitchens Fausta Kaiser Adrienne Kobza Clarence Matula Kenneth Schawe Bill Cleveland Carrie Staton, FIC Ricky Weyand Thomas Cannon Margaret Haisler Victor Mendez, Jr. Darlene Brinkman Rhonda Stover Belinda Liner Charles Munday, FIC Henry Mayo Uldric Zemanek, Jr. William Miller, Jr. Ardis Maxwell Boyd Maxwell
D i s t r i c t Two Jack Brown Evelyn Gustafson Dolores Greinert Betty Gaskamp Rita Marburger Jason Hoelscher Albin Machu, CFFM Frank Klinkovsky, FIC Dolores Skrabanek, FIC Corinne Popelka David Coufal David Pechal Michael Seiler Brandon Bruton Vernon Farmer, Jr. Patsy Koslovsky, FIC Bobby Wuensche Vicki Benner Slye Janet Lyon, FIC Frank Horak Janet Lyon, FIC Chad Simpson Keifer Marshall, Jr. Hiram Dixon, CFFM, FICF, LUTCF Jesus Espinoza Linda Johnson Rubie Volek, FIC Chris Giesenschlag Sandra Garrett Thomas Salem David Nauert, FIC Don Miller Marissa Salinas Ronnie Gaines Blake Fleming Tamara Gettys
5 5 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 25 25 25 25 54 54 54 66 66 66 66 66 66 84 84 84 84 92 92 92 92 92 154 178 178 178 183 183 183 204 204 206 210 226 226
49 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 73 76 76 76 76 76 157 157 160 160 160 160 209 215 215 215
D i s t r i c t T h re e Dean Carender Elise Koerner, FIC Johnnie Krizan Ruth Krizan Jerry Kucera, FIC Lydia Dobecka Donald Cernosek Tina McCown Clifford House Kay Lynn Kovar, FIC Linda Jurik Margaret Krajca Oscar Smith, III Freddie Kaluza Janice Kaluza Jean Martin Johnnie Gaidusek, Jr. Larry Matula Justin Gaidusek Christine Galysh Joel B. Gay Kaelyn Jo Dillard Ben Jarma, FIC Thomas Athas Bessie Petr Rosa Alaniz Kenneth Krivanek Gordon Hubenak Sherrie Kubala Watkins, FIC Thomas Brown David Ford Joseph Steinman Vicki Ballard Russell Pharris Lee Ann Shinn Daniel Roznovsky, FIC Rhonda Steelman Onzie Belvin Joyce Russell, FIC Floyd Pierce Melissa Pew Jack Patterson Denise Brown Oda Ruth Martin
D i s t r i c t Fo u r Sylvia Rollwitz Loretta Schaefer Joan Halfmann Kenneth Rooke Thomas Kirkpatrick Lisa Galvan Luis Perez, Jr. Beverly Teplicek, FIC Marty Bufkin William Waddle Ray Esparza Michelle Robertson Beth Calhoun Holly Cox Mickey Mullen Jay Lindley Leonard Jansa, FIC Martha Broz, FIC Bobby G. Davis, CFFM, FICF Chandra Graves Angela Reno Johnie Turpen, II Jodella Turpen Cynthia Flores
215 219 219 219 219 230 238 242 272 272 272 272
81 81 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 88 91 91 91 139 142 142 162 181 181 191 191 196 196 255 255 255 4 4 23 28 30
Linda Naranjo Ana Ahumada, FIC Gloria Guzman Norma Minjarez Julio Rangel Jimmy Slatton Kimberly Wesson Lesa Browning Rosaisela Escobar Ayde Garcia Juan Diego Maribell Canela
D i s t r i c t F i ve Genevieve Elliott Bradley Stavinoha Helen Hegwood, FIC Larry W. Pflughaupt, FIC Carolyn Filipp Beseda, FIC Vincent Hegwood, FIC Fred Buri, FIC Linda Wehring, FIC Dorothy Pflughaupt Ana Latigo Victor Medina Janice Jahns Mildred Holeman Vickie Wilkinson Terri Jackson Charles Thomas, Jr. Helen Filipp Catherine Manchack Carita Felbermayr William Reynolds Charles Toney, III John Cole Tucker Weems Calvin Anderson, II Mark Childres Naomi Jauregui Cecil Roberts, FIC Mary Granberry, CFFM, FIC Kerry Herrington
D istr ict Six Susan Siptak, FIC Shirley Kalmus Elizabeth Holub Glenn Kaminsky, FIC Thomas Drapela, FIC
30 30 32 32 32 40 40 63 97 97 97 143 148 148 151 151 151 184 223
79 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 107 107 107 107 133 133 133 133 133 133 185 202 202 202 258 258
Leroy Kaspar, FIC Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM Renae Pierce Silvia Perry Robert Solis, Jr. J.C. Kocurek Sheldon Holub, FIC Donna Zabransky Gay Revel, FIC Diana Redd, FIC David Bellanger Otto Mozisek, Jr., FIC Gay Thurmond, FIC James Davant, V Charles Bucek, FIC Ray Pilgrim, FIC Joe Preisler, Jr. Maynard Wagner Robert Solis D i s t r i c t S eve n Jerry Sijansky, FIC Leo Longoria Javier Mora Roland Fuentez Armando Perez, LUTCF Lance Morck Larry Wyatt Javier Rios Oscar Longoria, LUTCF Wendy Pruski, FIC Bob Bayer, FIC Melvin Strey Don Strickland Jarolyn Popp, FIC Hector Vallejo Aracely Varela Adilia Giron Jesse Martinez Marisol Hernandez April Howard Linda Ramey, FIC Janice Favor Chester Gail Lee Chester Jenke, FICF Colleen Jenke
District Lodges of the Month
Number in ( ) is certificates issued during the month of November.
District One—Lodge 13, Dime Box (2) District Two—Lodge 246, Morganʼs Point (7) District Three—Lodge 84, Dallas (3) District Four—Lodge 219, El Paso (3) District Five—Lodge 88, Houston (4) District Six—Lodge 30, Taiton (4) District Seven—Lodge 107, Floresville (3)
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FROM THE SUPREME LODGE VICE PRESIDENT
S PJ S T M o n t h l y I n s u r a n c e R e p o r t Through November 30, 2011
MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS
Apps. Written 10 $ 1,310,000.00 9 428,504.00 10 854,785.00 11 1,533,275.00 13 1,006,507.00 9 638,789.00 9 398,423.00 3 185,000.00 74 $ 6,355,283.00
Certs. Issued 6 $ 50,000.00 16 698,059.00 7 334,785.00 8 453,275.00 9 431,507.00 9 733,789.00 7 276,424.00 2 125,000.00 64 $3,102,839.00
Earned Prem. $ 5,661.70 7,899.21 2,172.26 6,406.77 6,601.20 3,587.28 5,718.91 0 $38,047.33
Dist. Apps. Written 1 132 $ 8,835,644.00 2 200 9,833,433.00 3 105 5,309,306.00 4 211 15,477,890.00 5 196 10,438,298.00 6 141 6,685,689.00 7 118 7,313,234.00 9 10 4,769,509.00 Totals 1,113 $68,663,003.00
Certs. Issued 125 $ 7,845,389.00 185 7,584,928.00 91 3,243,914.00 187 9,555,316.00 160 7,179,375.00 120 5,420,483.00 95 3,391,022.00 8 4,684,509.00 971 $48,904,936.00
Earned Prem. $ 78,471.43 101,527.64 48,717.95 86,796.65 66,078.23 47,622.36 116,160.63 0 $545,374.89
Dist. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals
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It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas at SPJST Home Office
The SPJST Home Office sponsored a contest for Home Office Staff to decorate their work areas. Congratulations to these winners.
YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND EARNED PREMIUM
Congratulations to the team of Mortgage Loan Processor Ann Paruzinski, Annuity Specialist Marissa Salinas, Administrative Specialist to the Secretary-Treasurer Linda Hill, and Mortgage Loan Clerk Carol Wolf (inset).
S a l e s Age n t s ’ N ove m b e r R e c o g n i t i o n
C o n g r a t u l a t i o n s t o t h e s e s a l e s a ge n t s fo r w r i t i n g a t l e a st o n e a p p l i c a t i o n i n N ove m b e r 20 1 1 ! 66 Johnnie Gaidusek, Jr. 255 Kerry Herrington Di s t r i c t O n e 255 Crispin Reyna 66 Christine Galysh 17 Susan Skrabanek 178 Vicki Ballard 171 Carlos Eureste 178 Larry Quinn 171 Kenneth Schawe D istr ict Six 169 Don Strickland 23 Elizabeth Holub 188 Rhonda Stover 28 Glenn Kaminsky D i s t r i c t Fo u r 30 Carolina Covarrubia 49 Sylvia Rollwitz 30 Karen Kaspar 49 Beverly Teplicek D i s t r i c t Two 97 Gay Revel 76 Michelle Robertson 18 Betty Gaskamp 240 Francisco Ramirez 160 Chandra Graves 47 Michael Seiler 209 Angela Reno 87 Betty Barton 219 Baltazar Nunez 177 Linda Johnson D i s t r i c t S eve n 256 Laura Susan Leach 182 Johna Beckendorf 79 Oscar Longoria 187 Chris Giesenschlag 79 Javier Mora 187 Rubie Volek 79 Jerry Sijansky D i s t r i c t F i ve 246 David Nauert 107 Wendy Pruski 81 Bradley Stavinoha 107 Miguel Rodriguez, Jr. 88 Helen Hegwood 91 Charles Thomas, Jr. 107 Don Strickland D i s t r i c t T h re e 185 April Howard 162 William Reynolds 6 Donald Cernosek 196 Mark Childres 6 Clifford House 255 Donald Fruin 6 Jerry Kucera 66 Kaelyn Dillard 255 Mary Granberry
Congratulations to Communications Assistant Katherine Morris.
Congratulations to Customer Service Specialist Susan Shofner.
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Linda Johnson Honored with Retirement Luncheon
The SPJST Home Office honored Executive Assistant to the Financial Secretary Linda Johnson with a retirement luncheon on Tuesday, December 6, 2011. Linda is retiring with 35 years of service on December 31. She was hired in 1976 by past Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas. “Thanks to Jerry for hiring me 35 years ago,” Linda says. “I enjoyed the opportunity to work under his supervision for 34 years. I also want to acknowledge present Financial Secretary Roy W. Vajdak for the opportunity to have worked under his supervision for two months.” Prior to SPJST, Linda was employed at Texas Consumer Finance for 15 years. She attended Academy High School and Cameron Commercial College in Temple. “When I first started working at SPJST, everything was manual and now everything is computerized,” she says. Linda spent a lot of time thinking before actually deciding to retire. “I
Linda says decided she will that there miss her coare many workers and I things customers. would like “I have ento do and joyed workenjoy that I ing for didn’t have SPJST and enough have seen time to do m a n y w h i l e changes working,” throughout she states. the years,” At the retirement Executive Assistant to the Financial Secretary L i n d a Linda Johnson is retiring after 35 years of “I luncheon, service to the SPJST Home Office. She was states. s e v e r a l recognized with a retirement luncheon at the have had staff mem- Home Office on December 6. Her last day of the opportunity to meet bers, offi- work is December 31, 2011. and make cers, and directors spoke about their experi- many friends over the state of Texas ences working with Linda. All con- and will miss everyone very much.” cluded that her excellent customer She expressed thanks to her co-workservice skills, dependability, friendli- ers for their cooperation and friendness, loyalty, and experience in the ac- ship. “Most of all, thanks to the employees in the Financial Secretary’s counting department will be missed.
Department for all their hard work and dedication to their job, which in turn made my job easier and more enjoyable.” Linda is looking forward to spending more time with her family and friends and having more time to do things that she has not had time to do. Linda and her husband J.C. have been married 43 years. Their family includes daughter Brenda Esparza and son-in-law Jesse; grandson Alex, age 17; stepdaughter Lisa Brock and husband Robert; step-grandson Jason Sauls and step-granddaughter Kristi Castaneda and husband Steve; and step-great-grandson Ethan. Linda is a member of SPJST Lodge 177, Academy. Thanks to Linda for her loyal service to the SPJST Home Office for the past 35 years. And, congratulations and best wishes to Linda on her retirement. We will miss you. —SPJST—
LEFT PHOTO: J.C. and Linda listen as staff members, officers, and director express their sentiments. CENTER PHOTO: Linda is pictured with past Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, left, and Supreme Lodge
President Brian Vanicek. RIGHT PHOTO: Past Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas shares his thoughts on Linda’s excellent job skills and punctuality. Looking on are Linda’s brother Leland Coker and Betty Mikulas.
LEFT PHOTO: Pictured are Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak, Linda, Accounting Manager Debbie Dohnalik, and past Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas who retired in 2010. CENTER PHOTO: Family and friends celebrate with Linda. Pictured are, front, left to right, daughter Brenda Esparza, Linda, and J.C. Johnson. Back: Brother J.D. Coker and sis-
ter-in-law Estelle, friend Melba Kessler, brother Leland Coker and sister-in-law Jeanette, and Jerry and Betty Mikulas. RIGHT PHOTO: The Financial Secretary’s Department. Front, left to right, Dorothy Stuchly, Linda, and Debbie Dohnalik. Back: Stephanie Bartose, Lori Slack, Lisa Kirby, and Roy Vajdak.
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SPJST Well-Represented at Temple Christmas Parade Monday, December 5, 2011 • Downtown Temple, Texas
LEFT PHOTO: District One Director Donnie Victorick drives 2011-2012 State King Robert Lewis of Lodge 9, Snook and State Queen Alyssa Torres of Lodge 48, Beyersville in a Corvette. CENTER PHOTO: Members ride the fifth place float in the parade. RIGHT PHOTO: District Two Director Bobby Wuensche drives State Duke Jaxson Brisco of Lodge 9, Snook and State Duchess Emily Filla of Lodge 48, Beyersville. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: The sixth place float with District Two Beseda
Dancers riding. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Fred Paul of Mid Texas Corvette Club drives 2011-2012 District Two King Jerry Pechal and First Runner-up Queen Kandace Stone, both of Lodge 47, Seaton, in a Corvette. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky drives District Two Duke Michael Hoelscher of Lodge 24, Cyclone and District Two First Runner-up Duchess Katelyn Erskine in a Corvette.
The Supreme Lodge entry was a horse-drawn carriage. RIGHT PHOTO: SPJST representatives meet in the lineup area to prepare the entries for the parade. Pictured are, left to right, State Field Representatives Don Strickland and Hiram Dixon, Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak, State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny, David Nauert, Fred Paul, and Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride.
BELOW PHOTOS: SPJST members from Lodges 24, Cyclone; 47, Seaton; 80, Holland; and 246, Morgan’s Point participate in the Christmas parade with SPJST.
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Scenes from SPJST Home Office Christmas Open House Monday, December 5, 2011 • SPJST Home Office in Temple, Texas
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Scenes from SPJST Home Office Christmas Open House Monday, December 5, 2011 • SPJST Home Office in Temple, Texas
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Lodge 24, Cyclone sets New Yearʼs Eve dance
Dear Readers, Come out to Lodge 24, Cyclone Flag Hall on New Year’s Eve —Saturday, December 31. Lodge 24 is teaming up with Oscar Store to ring in the new 2012 year with a bang! Join us for an evening of fun and good music by the Debonaires at Flag Hall. For reservations, call Thomas Maddux at Oscar Store (254) 983-2175. We look forward to ringing in the new 2012 year with you on New Year’s Eve at Flag Hall! Fraternally, Margaret Mikeska, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 26 Skidmore elects 2012 officers
On Saturday, December 3, 2011, SPJST Lodge 26, Skidmore held its Christmas party and quarterly meeting at Shorty’s in Beeville with three members and five guests attending. District Seven Director Bob Bayer and State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Chester Jenke and wife Colleen were present. Also present as guests were Robert Sugarek’s mother and his girlfriend. Because there were not enough voting members present, the officers will remain the same. They are:
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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
President Edwin Wallek Jr. Secretary-Treasurer Jessie May Wallek
Secretary Pat Thompson passed away this spring so Jessie May Wallek was designated as Secretary-Treasurer. Fraternally yours, Edwin Wallek, Jr. —SPJST—
Lodge 29, Taylor reports on December meeting
SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor members met for their meeting/Christmas party on December 4, 2011. President Ronnie Rieger led the Pledge of Allegiance. All officers were present. The November minutes were read and approved. Tammy Whatley gave the treasurer’s report. Sharon Kaderka reminded us of several activities coming up and also the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive that we will have in January. She read a thank you letter from the Round Rock VFW Ladies Auxiliary for our donation to the veterans. She will contact Renee Clark, Secretary-Treasurer of the Auxiliary, to see if she will come speak at our January meeting. Jesse Pospisil presented our hall manager, John Perkins, his Christmas bonus. Jesse invited everyone to visit the Czech Heritage Museum Open House on Monday, December 5 after the Temple parade. Ronnie welcomed Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek and wife Joan; Vice President Gene McBride and wife Frances and grandson Logan; District Two Director Bobby Wuensche and wife Ruth; and District Two State Field Representative Hiram
Dixon and fiancée Beverly who were in attendance for our meeting. Mary Jane Pustejovsky reported senior citizens had eight tables of domino players for their Christmas gathering. Albin Machu signed up new members Joshua Burtchell and Gabriel Burtchell. Jesse made a motion to accept them, and Connie Voigt seconded. The motion prevailed. Leonard Kaderka presented Anton Pokorny with a framed flag that had flown over the United States Capitol along with a list of the medals he was awarded during his service in the Unites States Army. He is a highly decorated veteran. Members celebrating birthdays include Jesse Pospisil, Ila Mae Jansky, Edwina Jezisek, and Shelly Wiegand. Leonard and Sharon Kaderka celebrate 47 years of marriage on December 5. Next Meeting—January 11 The next meeting will be on Wednesday, January 11 at 6:30 p.m. Fraternally submitted, Linda Pospisil Secretary-Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 35, Elk gives to VFW Wall of Honor project
On November 13, 2011, Lodge 35, Elk held its monthly meeting. The meeting was called order at 3:35 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all. Secretary Carla Pavelka read the minutes of the October meeting, and they were approved as read. Floor Chairman Gene Pavelka gave his report and stated that we had a very slow month. There was no old business. Under new business, a motion was made by Freddie Kubitza to have our December meeting and Christmas party on December 14 at 7:30 p.m. It was seconded by Gene Pavelka. The motion carried. We would like to say a big thank you to Emil Fridel for the $100 donation he made to the lodge to use in any way that we choose. District Three Director Johnnie Krizan came to our meeting and reported on all the different products that are available through the lodge. He also thanked the lodge for having success with our Saturday night dances. We are always glad to have Director Krizan visit and also thankful for the door prizes he brings. Thank you,
SPJST District Three Lodges Support West Historian Dancers
District Three Director Johnnie Krizan, pictured third from left, back, presents $1,000 to West High School Junior Historians at the Lodge 54, West Christmas party on December 4, 2011. Lodge 6, Cottonwood; 35, Elk; 54, West; 66, Waco; and 180, Burleson each donated $100 and Director Krizan matched the amount with his SPJST discretionary funds. Dancers are, front, left to right, Tori Allred, Jordan Jupe, Haley Moon, Zoey Rankin, and Hannah Uptmore. BACK: Sponsors Priscilla Allred and Aaron Wernet, Director Krizan, Mason Matus, Jessie Grones, Garrett Uptmore, and Nick Kucera.
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Johnnie. We had Evelyn and Ernest Bezdek from Lodge 6 as our guests as well. They spoke to us about the replica of the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ Wall of Honor. It is one-sixth the size of the wall in Washington D.C. Lodge 35 donated $200 towards getting the wall in West. We appreciate your information on this project. The meeting was adjourned at 4:10 p.m. Newly elected officers for 2012 are: President Randy Pavelka Vice President Fred Kubitza, Jr. Secretary Carla Pavelka Treasurer Barbara Pavelka Reporter Janie Brewer Fraternally yours, Janie Brewer, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 39, Bryan encourages funds to tornado victims
Dear Readers, Lodge 39, Bryan will not be going to Sherwood Nursing Home this year to sing and give out gifts, due to the Home having another activity booked. We are very saddened by this, and also the fact that it cannot be rescheduled. Well, Christmas is just around the corner. We will be having our regular meeting on the December 11. Please come out and join us for a white elephant exchange. Please bring something in the $10 range, and you will go home with something very exciting. We have a great Christmas party and meal. In one of our past meetings—I believe it was June 2011—we voted to give a donation to the Alabama Disaster Relief Fund for the tornado that had hit them so hard. We had asked for others to help out, and District One Director Donnie Victorick matched our donation of $100 with his SPJST discretionary funds. The West Alabama Chamber Foundation wrote us a very nice letter thanking us for the money. It feels really good to help people in need. Thank you, Donnie, for helping out, too. Will You Please Give? The residents are still rebuilding, and we ask if anyone would still like to give to please do so by sending a check to:
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Tuscaloosa Disaster Relief Fund PO Box 020410 Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35402
Come out for our Christmas party. Sincerely, Binnie Roesler, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje reports on November meeting
President Allan Bacak called the meeting to order at 2 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was observed for the sick and deceased members and for all the servicemen and servicewomen. The secretary called roll and all officers and trustees were present except Charlene Smith. Edmund Kana made a motion to accept the minutes for October as written in the Věstník, seconded by J.C. Kocurek. Two new members were presented and accepted. James Albert Kresta asked to be transferred to Lodge 88, Houston. Diane Seaman gave the treasurer’s report, and it was accepted as read.
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Youth Leader Ardis Bacak gave a report on the District Six Fall Meeting in Hallettsville. She thanked everyone for coming. FAC Josephine Bacak gave her report. She thanked kitchen workers Mary Ann Cerny, Mrs. Knebel, and Norma O’Canas, and greeter Vlasta Bartos for their help. Christmas party and installation of officers for 2012 will be on December 11 at 12 noon. Kitchen workers will be Gladys Cerny and Vlasta Bartos, and greeter will be Ben Svoboda. The meal will be furnished by the lodge. Members are to bring desserts. Vlasta Bartos reported that the walkway was finished at Shiner Cemetery. Sheldon Holub reported bingo was doing well. Brenda Cox gave a report on hall rentals. There was no new or old business. Diane Seaman was nominated Fraternalist of the Year. Motion carried.
District Six Hosts First Place SPJST Float in Disney-Themed El Campo Christmas Parade Thursday, December 1, 2011 • El Campo, Texas
LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are Lodge 30, Taiton Vice President Debbie Krpec, Lodge 30 President Yvonne Marcaurele, and State Field Representative Karen Kaspar. CENTER PHOTO: District Six Duke Luc Marcaurele of Lodge 30; Duchess Trianna Manzano of Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje; and Queen Jessica
Fucik of Lodge 30. RIGHT PHOTO: Float Designer David Nauert was surprised with a “Happy Birthday” basket presented to him on the parade route by Lodge 30 Treasurer/Youth Leader Lisa Bubela, not pictured, and Debbie Krpec, left, Yvonne Marcaurele, second from left, and Karen Kaspar.
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“Happy Birthday” was sung to J.C. Kocurek for his 74th birthday on November 24. Allan Bacak, Ben Svoboda, Edmund Kana, and J.C. Kocurek were honored on Veterans Day. The Nominating Committee presented its slate of officers for the coming year: President Allan Bacak, Vice President Dee Floyd, Secretary Josephine Brandt, FAC Josephine Bacak, and Treasurer Diane Seaman. All were voted in by acclamation. Ardis Bacak and Kathy Garcia were voted on for youth leader. Kathy Garcia will be our youth leader. Trustees Sheldon Holub, Ben Svoboda, and J.C. Kocurek were voted in by acclamation. Election between Brenda Cox, Carmen Kocurek, and Norma O’Canas for trustee position was held, and Brenda Cox will be the new trustee. Cynthia Garcia and Vlasta Bartos won the attendance prizes. Door prizes were won by Carmen Kocurek, J.C. Kocurek, Dee Floyd, Bryanna Gonzales, Kathy Garcia, and Alice Laitkep. These were donated by Josephine Bacak. The meeting adjourned. Fraternally, Josephine Brandt, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton seeks treasurer
Dear Vestnik Readers, Twenty-one members, three guests, and four youth braved the cold, rainy weather to attend the December 4, 2011, meeting of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. President Edwin Pechal called the meeting to order at 2 p.m. Youth members Justin Kraatz and Zoe Talasek presented the flags and led the membership in the Pledge of Allegiance. Members stood for a moment of silence in memory of Regina Koslosky, Wallace Reese, and Anita Lesikar. May God bless each of these families during this difficult time in the loss of their loved ones. Visitors welcomed were Judy and Curtis Treat. Joining us also was a precious baby girl who is only a few days shy of her two-month birthday, Miss Tynlee Beckendorf. Welcome and please continue joining us. We are glad to have you! Roll call of officers, board members, and active sales agents showed all present except board member Lucy Mihatsch. New members welcomed to our lodge are Madeline Thompson, Robert Thompson, III, and Monroe M. Jimenez. We invite you to join us. Our lodge meetings are held the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. followed by a lunch. On the sick list are members Judy Pechal and Leroy Hanusch. We hope you are both feeling much better. The November minutes read by Secretary Patsy Koslovsky were accepted by the membership. Correspondence included thank you notes
Happy Birthday, Jerry Sijansky of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi!
A very important birthday celebration took place on November 27, 2011—Jerry Sijansky of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi had his birthday dinner at a local favorite — U&I Restaurant. He is pictured with his wife Jill.
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Lodge 38, Kovar Welcomes Visitors
Joining Lodge 38, Kovar for the November 2011 meeting were Chester Jenke, far left, and Donnie Victorick, second from right. They are pictured with, second from left to right, President Johnny Janak, FAC/Reporter Sheri Holder, President Edwin Zimmerhanzel, and Vice President Fred Hellinger (in back). —Submitted by Sheri Holder, FAC/Reporter
from the families of Anita Lesikar and Jaclyn Zabcik. Also received was a very sweet note from the family of Matilda Sefcik. Miss Matilda celebrated her 100th birthday with a reception hosted by Lodge 47. What a beautiful reception with 132 friends and family attending. And, what a beautiful, young lady. She had a wonderful time visiting with everyone and joining in singing Czech songs. I don’t think she missed a word or a beat to the music. Miss Matilda, it was an honor for all of us to be able to celebrate your 100th birthday with you. May God bless you and your sweet family. President Pechal thanked all who helped with Mrs. Sefcik’s reception. Final details of the Christmas party were discussed. The lodge will support the Rescue Elves with a donation. Last year, over 150 children received gifts. Thank you, elves, for helping those in need. Vice President/FAC Frankie Klinkovsky gave his report. The SPJST Home Office will once again host an open house on Monday, December 5 following the Temple Christmas Parade. The new SPJST cookbooks are on sale for $15 (or $18 by mail). I am excited to try many of the new recipes. The State Progressive Domino tournament will be held on January 14 at Lodge 48, Beyersville. The State Tarok Tournament will February 4 at Lodge 17, New Tabor. Frankie has more information for anyone who is interested in participating. Treasurer David Pechal gave the fi-
nancial report which was approved. Dolores Skrabanek gave the bar report, and Ticket Chairperson Ruth Kohutek gave her report. Our lodge is in need of a treasurer. Any lodge member who is interested, is in good standing with SPJST, and will be an active member after taking the position is asked to contact President Edwin Pechal (254)984-2255. This is a very important position and must be filled beginning January 1. The audit of all books will be scheduled at the board meeting on December 19. District Two King Jerry Pechal and District Two /State Queen Alyssa Torres participated in the Taylor Christmas Parade on Saturday. The SPJST Float, beautifully decorated by David and Melanie Zavodny Nauert won first place. Way to go! December birthdays are Leroy Dana, Melanie Regan, E.J. Pechal, Jr., Chris Zavodny, Julia Zavodny, Elden Zavodny, Dan Mares, and Matthew Hanusch. May you all have wonderful and blessed birthdays. Woodrow and Gladys Marek celebrate their 55th wedding anniversary in December. We wish you a happy anniversary. Winners of door prizes furnished by the lodge were Patsy Koslovsky and Edward Mares. Congratulations! Patsy Koslovsky led a prayer prior to the lunch.
Next Meeting—January 8 The next lodge meeting will be on Sunday, January 8 at 2 p.m. Officers
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and board members will be installed. Let’s start the new year with many new faces at our meeting. Hope to see you! Officers and members of Lodge 47, Seaton wish each of you a Merry Christmas. May you have a wonder-
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ful time with family and friends, good health, and safe holidays.
New Year’s Eve at Star Hall Ring in 2012 at Star Hall with Wild Horses on New Year’s Eve. Tickets will be sold at the door only. Tickets
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are $10 per person and will include cornbread and black-eyed peas. Come celebrate and enjoy an evening of good music and dancing. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, Secretary —SPJST—
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Scenes from Lodge 80, Holland’s Christmas Party
Lodge 80, Holland hosted its annual Christmas party with American Legion Post 526 on Sunday, December 4, 2011. The party was well-attended, and everyone had a great time. Special guests were District Two Director Bobby Wuensche and wife Ruth and, of course, the ‘big man’ himself—
Santa Claus! An excellent dinner consisting of fried chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, corn, salad, tea, and coffee was served. For dessert, there were brownies, peach cobbler, and ice cream. The children sang “Jingle Bells” to
welcome Santa as he entered the hall. Many children had much to say to the jolly ol’ elf. Santa was a delight to all. President Rita Spinn was Santa’s helper, and she handed each of the children a very special candy cane. Excellent door prizes were also given away to the delight of many.
Sunday, December 4, 2011 • Lodge 80, Holland Hall
Brother Wuensche brought some great prizes, and several prizes were also donated by the lodge. It was a great party, and we wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a happy new year! —Submitted by Risa Pajestka —SPJST—
LEFT and CENTER PHOTOS: Many people enjoy the food, fun, and fellowship at the Lodge 80, Holland Christmas party. RIGHT PHOTO: Many folks enjoy the meal. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Left to right, Carol Wolf, Connie Horak, Jewel Wolf, Paula Weir, and Clay and Silveria Tschoerner
take care of members’ and guests’ thirsty needs. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Children look forward to a “special visitor.” BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Members enjoy the party. Thank you to all who attended Lodge 80’s annual Christmas celebration.
All enjoyed Santa Claus’ special visit to Lodge 80, Holland! LEFT PHOTO: “Santa, let me explain . . .” PHOTO 2: Everett Pavlat enjoys a
visit with St. Nick. PHOTO 3: Shelby Horak has plenty to tell Santa. RIGHT PHOTO: “Well, Santa, it’s like this . . .”
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Lodge 49, Rowena Christmas party Friday, Dec. 16
You are invited to the SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena Christmas party on Friday, December 16, 2011, from 6 to 8 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena hall in Rowena, Texas. Activities include door prizes and games for all ages. A meal will be served. Make plans to bring your family and come enjoy the food, fun, and fellowship. Please RSVP by December 10 to Nancy (325) 442-4771 or Sylvia (325) 442-3141. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Lodge 49! Fraternally, Beverly Teplicek Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 67 Schulenburg members attend Christmas party
SPJST Lodge 67, Schulenburg had its annual Christmas party on Friday, December 2, 2011. A catered meal was served. District One Director/Supreme Lodge Chairman Donnie Victorick spoke on insurance coverage. Also, State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Chester Jenke spoke about tournaments and youth projects. Everyone attending had a very good time. Sincerely, Ernest Kutac, President —SPJST—
Lodge 80, Holland members enjoy Christmas party
SPJST Lodge 80, Holland met briefly at 4 p.m. on December 4, 2011, prior to the annual Christmas party. President Rita Spinn called the meeting to order. Membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members. The minutes of the November meeting were approved as they were
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printed in the Věstník. The treasurer’s report and the youth club report were also accepted. Sister Rita announced the Awards Banquet will be January 28, 2012, at the Mayborn Center in Temple. Brother Bobby Wuensche, District Two Director, installed the following slate of officers for Lodge 80: President Rita Spinn Vice President/FAC Frank Pajestka, Jr. Secretary Linda Hill Treasurer Jewel Wolf Reporter Estelle Coker Youth Leader Christine Festa
Thanks, Mr. Wuensche, for doing the honors. We are always glad to have you and your wife visit. The next meeting will be January 7 at 4 p.m. Please note that the board of directors will meet at 3 p.m. to make plans for 2012. There was no other business, and the meeting adjourned to enjoy the Christmas party and await Santa’s arrival following the meal. Needless to say, the party was a success and everyone enjoyed a meal of fried chicken and all the trimmings including peach cobbler and ice cream for dessert. Numerous door prizes were handed out. Next Meeting—January 7 Remember, the next meeting is January 7 at 4 p.m. Board of directors meet at 3 p.m. See you then! Fraternally, Estelle Coker, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 87, Temple adults, youth meet for food, games
Lodge 80, Holland recently elected officers for 2012. Pictured above, District Two Director Bobby Wuensche installs the officers at the lodge’s Christmas party held December 4, 2011. Lodge 80 members wish to express their sincere appreciation to Brother Wuensche for installing the officers. His lovely wife Ruth was also in attendance. Pictured are, left to right, Brother Wuensche, President Rita Spinn, Vice President/FAC Frank Pajestka, Jr., Secretary Linda Hill, Treasurer Jewel Wolf, Reporter Estelle Coker, and Youth Leader Christine Festa. —Submitted by Risa Pajestka
SPJST Lodge 87, Temple met November 8, 2011, with youth club members and families. President Hiram Dixon opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. During the business meeting, Jennifer Davidson was nominated Fraternalist of the Year. After lots of good food, the group enjoyed games. The youth gave hula hoops their all! The adults played Bunco. On December 13, the lodge will have a Christmas party. Turkey and dressing will be provided by the lodge with everyone bringing side dishes and desserts. Members will bring gifts
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Lodge 88, Houston Blue Room Christmas party
You are cordially invited to Lodge 88, Houston’s annual Christmas Blue Room party on Sunday, December 18, 2011, from 2 to 7 p.m. Music will be by Red Ravens. Please join us for a fun afternoon of dancing and dining with your friends. Tickets are $22 per person. Reservations will be taken until December 12. Reservations must be made and paid by December 12. No tickets will be sold at the door. Sorry, but no one under 21 may be admitted. For reservations, please call (713) 869-5767 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fraternally, Carol Stayton Blue Room Party Committee —SPJST—
Lodge 179 Warrenton meets Dec. 15
The next meeting of Lodge 179, Warrenton will be held on Thursday, December 15 at Ledbetter Garden Deck. Please note that this meeting will be on the third Thursday instead of the second Thursday! Turkey and ham will be served. Everyone is encouraged to bring a side dish or dessert. Ricky Weyand, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 183 Arlington Christmas party Friday, Dec. 16
Dear Members, You are cordially invited to SPJST Lodge 183, Arlington’s Christmas party on Friday, December 16, 2011, at the lodge hall, located at 3310 Pleasant Valley Lane in Arlington. The party starts at 6 p.m., and dinner will be served at 7 p.m. Adults are asked to bring a $15 gift for a male or a female for the Chinese gift exchange. If you would like your child to receive a gift from Santa, please bring a wrapped gift. Please RSVP by Monday, December 12 to (817) 465-8538. Merry Christmas from Lodge 183! Fraternally, Kay Gerlich Weeks Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 191, Lufkin Christmas dance Saturday, Dec. 17
Our Christmas dance will be Saturday, December 17. Please bring finger food for our snack table. We will be dancing to the music of the Buffalo Nickel Band from 8 to 11 p.m.
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New Year’s Eve Music will be provided by Glenn Lenderman for this year’s New Year’s Eve dance. Get your tickets and reservations early by calling Alma Breazeale (936) 829-5808. Tickets are $15 each. The dance is from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight. Please bring finger foods for our snack table. The lodge will serve ham, black-eyed peas, and cornbread at midnight. Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas. Fraternally, Alma Breazeale (936) 829-5808 almab@consolidated.net —SPJST—
Christmas Bazaar at S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living
Come on out to our Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, December 17, 2011, from 1 to 4 p.m. at S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Community, located at 505 East Lake Drive in Taylor. The bazaar will have unique gift ideas for everyone on your list, including breads, jellies and jams, jewelry (including collegiate), handmade bears (including collegiate), items, stained glass, wrought iron, Christmas decor, and handmade items. For more information, call (512) 352-6940. —SPJST—
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Lodge 92, Fort Worth Presents 2012 Officers
Lodge 92, Fort Worth presented its 2012 officers at the lodge’s member appreciation dance held December 4. Officers are, second from left to right, President Gordon Hubenak, Vice President/FAC Gayle Krengel, Secretary Jan Taborsky, Treasurer Mary Ann Krivanek, Financial Secretary Norma McLendon, Youth Leader Holly Anderson, Trustee Sherrie Kubala Watkins, Trustee Lisa Juran, Reporter/Trustee Al Kercho, and Trustee Bill McLendon. Not pictured is Joe Paul Hubenak. The officers were installed by Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak, far left.
Lodge 87, Temple Youth, Adults Join for Dinner, Games Tuesday, November 8, 2011 • SPJST Lodge 87, Temple Hall Submitted by Jennifer Davidson, Youth Leader
When Natural Disasters Strike
by Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott
Over the years, natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires – which were particularly devastating this year – have wreaked havoc on communities across Texas. In the wake of a natural disaster, the victims’ needs are great and their experiences are compelling. Equally moving is the way Texas disaster victims always manage to rebuild – often with the help and support of their fellow Texans. At the Office of the Attorney General (OAG), we are also committed to helping victims. Whether it’s taking up a collection for OAG families affected by the wildfires, dispatching our state police officers to help fill in for overwhelmed local authorities, or ensuring
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that scam artists do not unlawfully profit from disasters, we stand ready to do our part. With that in mind, there are some things that disaster victims should know as they endeavor to rebuild their homes – and their lives.
Home repair. For most Texans, a home isn’t just a place to live and raise a family – it’s their most valuable asset. And when disasters strike, scam artists can easily identify a damaged home and target its owners. Disaster victims always should be cautious when door-to-door salesmen visit their damaged property and offer to perform repair work. Homeowners should be particularly skeptical when unsolicited contractors resort to highpressure sales tactics. Legitimate contractors know that customers need time to think about significant decisions – and maybe even ask a few questions. A trustworthy salesman from a legitimate firm will always welcome customers’ questions. To help protect Texans who need property improvements after a natural disaster, Rep. John Davis and Sen.
Mike Jackson recently passed a new law that imposes certain restrictions on out-of-town disaster remediation contractors. As a result, when affected contractors offer to perform disaster remediation work, they are prohibited from requiring advance payments from homeowners. Until the contractors actually begin work, they cannot demand a payment. Further, once they begin working on a home damaged by a disaster, out-of-town contractors can only request a partial payment that is consistent with the amount of repair work that has already been performed. Texas residents who have damaged homes should avoid contractors who do not have established physical addresses or only offer cell phone numbers. If problems later arise with the repairs, a fly-by-night contractor with no address may skip town and be impossible to locate. Equally important, homeowners should always read a contractor’s proposed contract before they sign it. No one should ever sign a contract that contains blank terms – because those blank portions later could be filled in with unfavorable terms. As with any
home repair work, homeowners may be asked to pay a portion of the repair costs as a down-payment. That practice is generally acceptable – unless the contractor is offering disaster-related repairs and lives more than two counties away – but homeowners should never pay the entire repair cost in advance.
Charitable giving. Earlier this fall, newspapers and television broadcasts across the state were filled with deeply moving stories about raging wildfires’ impact on Texas families. Fortunately, Texans are a generous bunch – which is why so many folks volunteered their time and dipped into their bank accounts to help fire victims. Unfortunately, scam artists are not above attempting to profit from a natural disaster - so Texans should do some research to ensure their hardearned dollars are supporting the right cause. First, potential donors should investigate how the recipient plans to use the money. For example, are the organization’s main goals education and research, or service and distribu-
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tion? Savvy Texas donors may want to review how much an organization spends on administrative fees, fundraising and expenses so they know how much of their money will actually go to disaster victims. Donors should never succumb to high-pressure tactics or demands for an immediate commitment. Legitimate charities welcome inquiries about their operations. Finally, Texans should never give their credit card or bank account numbers to an unknown solicitor – and they should never give a cash contribution to door-to-door solicitor unless they know the person and are familiar with his or her charitable organization. Donors should write their check directly to the charity – not the soliciting individual – and always get a receipt. Natural disasters – such as Hurricane Ike or this year’s wildfires – may leave devastated families and neighborhoods in their wake. But thanks to Texans’s resilience and neighborly spirit of volunteerism, our fire-ravaged communities will recover and emerge stronger than ever.
Scenes from Lodge 155, Austin’s Christmas Social Sunday, December 4, 2011 • Pok-e-Jo’s in Austin, Texas
Lodge 155, Austin members met at Pok-e-Jo’s for their December meeting and Christmas social on Sunday, December 4. Members enjoyed a delicious meal and visiting. LEFT PHOTO: Jean and Joe Motl.
PHOTO 2: Richard Johnson and Ginny Prasatik. PHOTO 3: Albert and Clara Klinkovsky. RIGHT PHOTO: John Hejl, left, and Michael Wood enjoy the meal.
LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are Diane Hejl, LaVerne Hejl, and Marianna Wood. CENTER PHOTO: State Field Representative Hiram Dixon, Bev-
erley Buesch, and Peggy Rains. RIGHT PHOTO: David Nauert, Colleen Jenke, and State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Chester Jenke.
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Texans who believe they have encountered a suspicious charity or contractor should call the Office of the Attorney General’s toll-free Consumer Complaint Hotline at (800) 252-8011 or file a written complaint online at www.texasattorneygeneral.gov. —SPJST—
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100 Percent SPJST Family - Four Generations Make your holiday season extra festive
(StatePoint) In the rush of the holiday season, it’s easy to forget what the holidays are about. Make sure to spread some cheer and to make the season extra festive for your family and friends. Here are some fun ideas to ensure your holiday season is a joyous one that brings out the best in you!
Holidays by the numbers
(MS) Many people, including retailers, have high hopes for the 2011 holiday shopping season. As much of the country and world continues to gut it out through an economic recession, speculation reigns as to just how much consumers will spend this holiday season and whether such purchases will help businesses rebound after another tough year.
* 41 percent of consumers are planning to spend less on holiday and Christmas-related activities, which marks an increase over the percentage of people who planned to scale back for the 2010 season. (Alix Partners) * Retail sales are expected to rise just 3 percent, which is less than the 4.1
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Hang a wreath. Even if you don’t get to the lights or the tree, a simple live wreath will transform your home from Grinch-worthy to Santa-welcome. The wonderful scent will let visitors know upon arrival that you’re in the spirit of the season.
SPJST proudly salutes this 100 Percent SPJST Family. They are, left to right, Evelyn Kubala Scaff with her daughter Gayle Scaff Krengel, great-granddaughter Elsa Krengel-McAmis, and granddaughter Kristina Krengel. They are all members of SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth.
percent gain of last year. (International Council of Shopping Centers)
* Consumers will shop online more and use their mobile devices rather than stepping into malls and other brick-and-mortar stores. (Shopper Trak) * 12 percent of survey respondents
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said they will use social media to find and share good holiday deals. (Steelhouse Marketing Consultants) * Internet sales are estimated to grow by 12 percent in 2011, despite the uncertainty of the economy. (Emarketer)
* Shopping on smartphones and tablets is expected to be significant for this holiday season. (National Retail Federation)
Send holiday cards early. Start spreading cheer by getting your holiday greetings into your recipients’ hands as soon as possible. Ideally, holiday cards should be mailed the Friday after Thanksgiving, according to the experts at online stationery store Minted.com. If your cards are mailed early, people actually have time to no-
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* Purchasing a real Christmas tree can be less expensive for consumers. The average dollars spent on a real tree is about $37, while the average artificial tree costs roughly $60. (National Christmas Tree Association) * Many people plan to shop the day after Christmas. Roughly 20 percent did so in 2010. (International Council of Shopping Centers) —SPJST—
Lodge 155, Austin installed its 2012 officers at the lodge’s Christmas party held December 4, 2011, at Pok-e-Jo’s Barbecue on Parmer Lane in Austin. Officers are, left to right, President Joe Motl, Treasurer Jean Motl, and Secretary Ginny Prasatik. The officers were installed by State Field Representative Hiram Dixon.
Congratulations to Marshall Surovik who completed the TEEX Academy at Texas A&M University. He is serving as a deputy sheriff in Washington County. Marshall is a member of SPJST Lodge 169, Brenham and the son of Thomas Surovik, also of Lodge 169, Brenham. Way to go, Marshall! Be safe.
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tice and appreciate them. If you need more time and flexibility, sending a Happy New Year card is a great option.
Host a stamping/addressing party. Eggnog, fresh cookies, envelopes, stamps, and address lists are all you need for a festive, yet productive evening! Turn on some carols and you’re ready to tackle this task. Invite some friends and chat between writing personal notes on each card or enlist children to help stamp and seal! Throw a cookie party. ’Tis the season to indulge your sweet tooth. But if it’s too much work to make sugar cookies, butter cookies, molasses drops, gingerbread and thumbprints all by yourself, throw a party where everyone brings a plate of cookies! Send out invitations to make the night extra special and ask guests to RSVP with the type of cookie they’ll bring, so you don’t end up with four types of peppermint bark!
sonalized note cards along with your Christmas cards for the inevitable thank you notes to come? Write notes for gifts received and for the pleasure of attending parties or dinners. While perfecting your manners, order personalized children’s stationery so kids can learn this important discipline. Festive cards with their names make this chore more fun. You can find personalized cards for adults and kids online at such websites as Minted.com, saving you a trip to the stationery store. Get involved. Whether you participate in decorating the neighborhood, giving gifts to the needy or delivering food to the hungry, selfless actions help brighten the season.
This year don’t lose the joy amidst the hustle and bustle. —SPJST—
Display holiday cards. Colorful cards act as instant, free decorative pieces. The mantle is an obvious choice, but if you don’t have one, hang a piece of string and clip cards to it with clothespins. Bonus points for red or green pins!
Send personalized thank you cards. Just because the season must end doesn’t mean you need to stop spreading cheer. Why not order per-
Lodge 180, Burleson Members Visit After Cleburne Christmas Parade
Lodge 180, Burleson members visit at the open house at the Slavik’s office (William B. Slavik, AIA, Architect, located at 813 Hillsboro in Cleburne) following the Cleburne Christmas parade. Pictured are, left to right, Joe and Rhonda Hurtik, Verna Mason, Logan Almonte (in front), and Carole and Bill Slavik.
The Basic Rules for Clotheslines
Editor’s Note: Thanks to Bernadette Bellanger of Lodge 97, Placedo for sharing this sweet article.
You have to be a certain age to appreciate this. I can hear my mother now. My mother would have loved this! Do you remember? Be sure to read to the end . . . the poem is so true. If you don’t know what clotheslines are, better skip this.
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1. You had to wash the clothes line before hanging any clothes — walk the entire lengths of each line with a damp cloth around the lines.
2. You had to hang the clothes in a certain order, and always hang “whites” with “whites,” and hang them first.
3. You never hung a shirt by the shoulders — always by the tail! What would the neighbors think?
4 . Wash day on a Monday! . . . Never hang clothes on the weekend, or Sunday, for Heaven’s sake!
Sylvia Vavra of Lodge 169, Brenham Achieves Grand Age of 96
SPJST congratulates Sylvia Vavra, member of SPJST Lodge 169, Brenham, who celebrated her 96th birthday on December 13, 2011. Sister Sylvia is now entitled to all SPJST member benefits with no further dues or assessments. Sylvia K. Vavra was born on a farm near Wesley, Texas, on December 13, 1915, to Thomas J. Vavra and Frances Hruska Vavra. She was the youngest of four children. At that time, she says that Wesley was a fairly good-sized country town with two general merchandise stores, a medical clinic, blacksmith shop, cotton gin, school house, SPJST lodge (Lodge 14, Wesley), and, of course, the original first Czech Moravian Brethren Church which is still there. Her two brothers Edward G. and Jerome J and sister Annie Huebner are all deceased. Sylvia retired in 1995 at the age
of 80 as an office employee. She has been an active member of the Houston Brethren Church for decades and has held practically every office and position, including pianist. Last year, she retired as an officer of the Sunset Heights Civic Organization for many years. She loves to cook, read, and visit on the telephone. Always proud of her Czech heritage, Sylvia has been interested in the history of Washington County, Texas, since a young woman. Easy going and inquisitive, Sylvia is fascinating to speak with, having many memories from many years in the past. She takes no medications and is looking forward to hitting 100 years in 2015! Meanwhile, she says, “Every day is a blessing to still be around.” —Submitted by John David Skrivanek —SPJST—
SPJST Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak presents Sylvia Vavra with her Grand Age of 96 certificate. Sister Sylvia is a member of SPJST Lodge 169, Brenham. Congratulations to this accomplishment!
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5. Hang the sheets and towels on the outside lines so you could hide your “unmentionables” in the middle (perverts and busybodies, y’know!)
6. It didn’t matter if it was sub zero weather . . . clothes would “freeze-dry.” 7. Always gather the clothes pins when taking down dry clothes! Pins left on the lines were “tacky!”
8. If you were efficient, you would line the clothes up so that each item did not need two clothes pins, but shared one of the clothes pins with the next washed item.
9. Clothes off the line before dinner time, neatly folded in the clothes basket, and ready to be ironed.
10. Ironed? Well, that’s a whole other subject! A Poem
A clothesline was a news forecast To neighbors passing by, There were no secrets you could keep When clothes were hung to dry.
It also was a friendly link For neighbors always knew If company had stopped on by To spend a night or two.
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For then you’d see the “fancy sheets” And towels upon the line; You’d see the “company table cloths” With intricate designs.
Jerry Mikus, Sr. of Lodge 183, Arlington Recognized by Texas School for the Deaf
SPJST Lodge 183, Arlington member Jerry Mikus, Sr. of Grand Prairie, Texas, was one of five surviving members of the 1941 Texas School for the Deaf’s Silent Varsity Football Team which won the first Deaf Prep National Football Championship. Jerry was honored at 2011 Texas School for the Deaf Homecoming halftime with a special certificate presented by TSD’s Superintendent Claire Bugen on September 24. The certificate reads: “In recognition and honor of your outstanding accomplishment - Jerry Mikus, Sr. The
The line announced a baby’s birth From folks who lived inside — As brand new infant clothes were hung, So carefully with pride!
The ages of the children could So readily be known By watching how the sizes changed, You’d know how much they’d grown! It also told when illness struck, As extra sheets were hung; Then nightclothes, and a bathrobe, too, Haphazardly were strung.
It also said, “Gone on vacation now” When lines hung limp and bare. It told, “We’re back!” when full lines sagged With not an inch to spare!
New folks in town were scorned upon If wash was dingy and gray, As neighbors carefully raised their brows, And looked the other way . . . But clotheslines now are of the past, For dryers make work much less.
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Now what goes on inside a home Is anybody’s guess! I really miss that way of life. It was a friendly sign
Texas School for the Deaf community proudly acknowledges your participation in the 1941 Texas Silents Varsity Football Team earning the Texas School for the Deaf its first National Football Championship.” The certificate is dated September 24, 2011, and signed by Claire Bugen, Superintendent, and Chris Hamilton, Athletic Director. Mr. Mikus is a 72-year member of SPJST. He also celebrated his 88th birthday on December 9, 2011. Congratulations, Mr. Mikus, on this honor! —SPJST—
When neighbors knew each other best By what hung on the line. —SPJST—
Lodge 180, Burleson Hosts SPJST Float in Cleburne Lighted Christmas Parade Friday, December 2, 2011 • Cleburne, Texas LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 180, Burleson Secretary Rhonda Hurtik, left, and Lodge 180 Treasurer Carole Slavik ride the SPJST Float.
RIGHT and BELOW PHOTOS: Lodge 180 members enjoy the float ride in the Cleburne Lighted Christmas Parade.
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20 Unusual Ways to Use Vinegar
Editor’s Note: Thanks to Dorothy Pflughaupt of Lodge 88, Houston for sharing this very helpful article.
Chances are you’ve got a big bottle of vinegar in your pantry right now that you only use it as a condiment. Prized for thousands of years, this fermented liquid was discovered by accident when products like wine, beer, and cider spoiled, turning them sour. But did you know that vinegar — particularly the distilled white and apple cider varieties — has hundreds of household, beauty, medicinal, and even horticultural uses? Here are 20 unusual, thrifty, and eco-friendly uses for vinegar that you may not have thought of.
1. Condition hair. Silky, shiny, buildup-free hair using a single cheap, natural product? Sign me up! It may sound odd, but using apple cider vinegar as a rinse after shampooing really does work like a dream. It removes residue from the
hair shaft and closes the cuticles. Just add half a tablespoon of vinegar to a cup of water, plus a few drops of essential oil if you like. Pour it on in the shower and then rinse it out. Sure, your hair will smell like salad dressing for a while, but once it’s dry, the smell dissipates.
2. Kill weeds. A few rogue weeds can wreak havoc in an otherwise flawless lawn, vegetable garden, or flowerbed and are especially annoying when popping up in the cracks of a sidewalk or driveway. Forget pricey weed killers full of toxic ingredients — household vinegar really does kill unwanted plants; stronger vinegar made for horticultural use, which is 25% acetic acid, works even better.
3. Remove underarm stains. Unsightly sweat stains can really ruin an otherwise beautiful blouse. Ironically, if you use aluminum-based antiperspirants, they’re even more likely to appear, thanks to a reaction between aluminum compounds in these products and salts in your sweat. Spray full-strength white vinegar on
the stain before washing, and it will disappear.
4. Soften fabrics. Add 1/2 cup of white vinegar to the wash cycle, and not only will it prevent lint from clinging to your clothes and keep colors bright, it’ll also remove soap scum from both the clothes you’re washing and the washing machine itself. Vinegar is also recommended in place of dryer sheets — simply add 3/4 cup to your washer during the final rinse cycle.
5. Remedy sore throats. Many people recommend sipping or gargling with a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in a cup of warm water to soothe a sore throat. Add a few tablespoons of honey (also a seriously versatile product!) to this mixture in order to make it even more effective and far more palatable.
6. Deter ants. Got trails of tiny ants weaving their way around your home? These annoying insects aren’t big fans of vinegar, so spraying a 50/50 mixture of white vinegar and water anywhere you have
SPJST Float, Lodge 183, Arlington Members Brighten a Rain-Soaked Arlington Holiday Lights Parade
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 183, Arlington members braved the downpours and dark, foggy, rainy evening to promote SPJST and ride the float in the Arlington Holi-
day Lights Parade held Saturday, December 4, 2011, in downtown Arlington. No doubt that this year’s parade will stand out in memories for years to come.
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seen them can help encourage them to move out. The vinegar also erases the scent trails that they use to indicate sources of food to their brethren. 7. Soak sore muscles. Apple cider vinegar helps draw out lactic acid, which accumulates in muscles after exercise, causing that sore feeling. Mix a few tablespoons of vinegar into a cup of water, dip a cloth in the mixture, and apply it to sore areas for 20 minutes.
8. Freshen air. Whether it’s smoke, mildew, pet odor, or lingering whiffs of burnt casserole, bad smells can make a home less than welcoming. Storebought air fresheners just cover up the smell with strong, clearly artificial scents, creating disturbing hybrid smells that only serve to worsen the situation. Acetic acid in vinegar absorbs odors, so spritzing it around the room will neutralize the smells. You can also use it to wipe down surfaces in the room that needs freshening.
9. Remove stickers If you’re just getting around to removing that Kerry/Edwards decal from your bumper, or trying to peel a price tag off a new purchase, you’ll never guess what magic ingredient is about to make your life a lot easier. Warm a little bit of white vinegar on the stove top or in the microwave and then dip a rag into it. Hold the rag over the sticker until it’s thoroughly saturated, and it will peel right off without leaving sticky residue behind. This trick also loosens wallpaper adhesive.
10. Cure hiccups. Most doctors claim that hiccup cures don’t actually work, but tell that to the thousands of people who swear by vinegar as a way to ease these involuntary spasms. It’s not clear how a shot of vinegar would actually help — other than to distract you with its acidic flavor — but next time you’ve got a bout of the hiccups, give it a try.
11. Clean crusty paintbrushes. So you forgot to clean your paintbrushes last time you used them, and now they’re so stiff and crusty, it seems that you’ll have to throw them away. Not so fast! Fill a saucepan with undiluted white vinegar and bring it to a boil over medium heat. Dip the paintbrushes into the boiling vinegar, one at a time, dragging the bristles along the bottom of the pan. Continue this process until the paint is dissolved.
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12. Dissolve rust. The acetic acid in vinegar reacts with iron oxide to remove rust from small metal items like hinges, nuts and bolts. Simmer them in a saucepan full of vinegar, then rinse well with water to prevent the vinegar from further affecting the metal.
13. Eliminate stale odors You know how lunch boxes and other food containers can take on a funny smell after a while? Vinegar can take care of that, too. Either wipe down the surface well with white vinegar or, in severe cases, leave a cloth soaked in vinegar in the container for a few hours to absorb the odors.
14. Remove mineral deposits. Calcium and lime deposits from hard water don’t just stain coffee makers and bath tubs, they can actually clog showerheads and reduce dishwasher function. Run a mixture of half water, half white vinegar through your coffee machine to remove them. Use straight vinegar as a rinsing agent in your dishwasher to prevent buildup, and wrap a vinegar-soaked cloth around stained faucets until the de-
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posits can be easily scrubbed away. To clean a clogged showerhead, remove it from the pipe and place it in a saucepan full of white vinegar. Simmer for just a few minutes, being careful not to allow it to boil, and then wash off the stains.
15. Neutralize spice in foods You’ve got a dinner disaster on your hands: One too many shakes of cayenne powder has turned your award-winning chili into an inedible five-alarm blaze, and your guests are waiting at the table. Vinegar to the rescue! Add white or apple cider vinegar to your food, one teaspoon at a time, to neutralize the spice. 16. Prolong the life of cut flowers. Bouquets of cut flowers brighten a room all too briefly, often wilting after just a few days. Squeeze a little extra enjoyment out of your arrangements by adding two tablespoons of white vinegar per quart of water in the vase, which will keep them perky just a little bit longer.
17. Clean glass, plastic, chrome, and floors. A half-and-half solution of water
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and white vinegar will cut the grime on the shelves and walls of the refrigerator and eliminate spoiled-food smells too. Full-strength vinegar will remove tough smudges on glass and make porcelain sinks shine. Make it into a paste with a little baking soda to scrub chrome, or mix 1/3 white vinegar with 1/3 rubbing alcohol, 1/3 water, and 3 drops of dishwashing liq-
uid for an economical floor cleaner. Just be sure not to get vinegar on marble, granite, or slate surfaces.
18. Treat fungal infections. Fungal infections like athlete’s foot, toe nail fungus, and dandruff are definitely no fun. White vinegar and apple cider vinegar can both be applied topically to affected areas of the body to
SPJST Financial University
You and Your Financial Advisor The Perfect Team By James L. Lee, III, CPA
Many investors rely upon Financial Advisors to help them manage their investment portfolio. Ideally the Financial Advisor and investor should work together, as a team, to find the right investments and make informed decisions that can help meet investment objectives. Below are some keys to developing a partnership with a Financial Advisor that James L. Lee, III likely will provide the best possible combination of service and long-term investment results.
Review your investment objectives. Your Financial Advisor will help define your investment objectives, but he or she needs your assistance to do a thorough job. Start to think through your objectives before you meet. Your participation and feedback will greatly aid your Financial Advisor in formulating an investment strategy that fits your goals, time horizon and risk tolerance.
On Wednesday, November 30, 2011, the Birthday Club Sisters and guests boarded a precinct bus and headed out to Galveston. Our first stop was at the IMAX at Moody Gardens where we saw the show “Bugs.” This film was a documentary about bugs found in the rain forest. Next, we drove around Galveston where we saw a few of the tree sculptures that are made from the trees that died after Ike. We also saw some of the beautiful, old mansions and Victorian homes. Then, we drove down the seawall to Golden Corral for lunch. After lunch, we rode the ferry to Boliver Peninsula and came back to Galveston. While riding the ferry, we saw many dolphins, seagulls, pelicans, and ducks. I had a great time feeding the hungry seagulls. After spending a gorgeous day in Galveston, a group of tired but happy people returned to the lodge. It was a great trip, Helen. —Submitted by Bette Hurta
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Your questions will lead to being an informed investor. Be sure you fully understand the investments your Financial Advisor recommends for your portfolio. If you don’t, it’s your responsibility as an investor to let your Financial Advisor know that you need more information. Don’t be afraid to ask questions about your financial advisor’s investment recommendations and advice, after all they’re your investments! Understand the risks with each investment. It’s important that you fully understand the risks in every in-
vestment you own and the reasons why the value of your investments may rise and fall. Your Financial Advisor can help explain the risks involved with each type of investment, and your questions will help make sure that nothing is overlooked. If you don’t completely understand the risks associated with your investment, ask more questions until you do.
Meet regularly to review your portfolio. Use these meetings to your advantage, go over your current investments, their performance and evaluate other investment opportunities. Scheduled meetings with your Financial Advisor is also a good time to inform him or her about significant changes in your life that could require shifts in your investment strategy. Also, major changes in the economy or new tax laws should also prompt a review. Maintain up to date records. Make sure your confirmations and account statements are reviewed and saved in a safe place. These documents help you monitor your investments on an on-going basis and will be useful come tax time. When you come across something you don’t understand, ask for assistance from your Financial Advisor. The key is being an informed investor and keeping good records will aid you in this regard.
This material was prepared by Raymond James for use by James Lee, III, CPA, Wealth Advisor of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC and located at 2100 Trimmier Road, Suite 105, Killeen, Texas. James Lee, III can be contacted toll free at (877) 323-3875 or email James.Lee@RaymondJames.com. —SPJST—
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kill fungus. For foot-related ailments, soak in a solution of one part vinegar to five parts water for about 30 minutes a day.
19. Tenderize and kill bacteria in meat. Marinate meat overnight in apple cider vinegar, and it will be delectably tender. This can reportedly also kill the bacteria that causes food-borne illnesses, including e. coli.
20. Open drains and freshen garbage disposals. Clear a clogged drain without the nasty, headache-inducing chemicals. Dump about 3/4 cup of baking soda down the drain and chase it with 1/2 cup white vinegar, then plug the drain. Leave it for about 30 minutes before rinsing with a kettle full of boiling water. You can use the same trick to clean and deodorize garbage disposals, or freeze vinegar in an ice cube
tray and grind them up in the disposal to clean and sharpen the blades at the same time. —SPJST—
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Scenes from Dallas Krouzek’s Christmas Party
Friday, December 2, 2011 • Dallas Sokol Hall • Submitted by Carole Faraizl, Recording Secretary
LEFT PHOTO: Laddie Gajdica and Johnny Divin always enjoy playing for our party as much as we enjoy listening! CENTER PHOTO: Member Bessie Petr, who catered the Christmas luncheon, along with her daughter Lynda Novak, help Carolyn Nemec and her niece Barbara Mahdak
decide which yummy dessert tart to choose: chocolate, coconut, strawberry, or lemon. RIGHT PHOTO: Jeraldine Becan, Estelle Smith, Lillian Divin, and Mary Ann Roznovsky were among the several members who led the attendees in songs provided by Laddie and Johnny.
LEFT PHOTO: Jeraldine Becan, Ruth Chmelar, and Evelyn Cechan ready the sign-in desk at Dallas Krouzek’s 2011 Christmas party held at Dallas Sokol. PHOTO 2: This year, we had more than enough door prizes, so everyone attending received one. PHOTO 3: This year’s theme was “Antique Christmas Toys” that decorated every table. RIGHT PHOTO: At the end of the Christmas party program, Anna Marie Eszlinger called
out the numbers for each of the 50-plus door prizes, with help from Deanna Houpy, while Bertha Podhrasky, Jeraldine Becan, Anna Bradberry and Joyce Moore helped deliver them to the winners at their tables. Everyone wished each other “Merry Christmas” as he or she left this year’s fun-filled party, and the Krouzek members wish all the Vestnik readers the same! Hope to see you at our February 2012 meeting!
LEFT PHOTO: Member Alta Partridge gets the silent auction table ready for customers. PHOTO 2: A 10:30 a.m. social hour preceded the noon luncheon. PHOTO 3: Past President Bertha Podhrasky was proud to show off the certificate she was awarded in Austin for having one of the
oldest farms in Texas. The Janicek Farm has been in existence for over 100 years. RIGHT PHOTO: The serving line went fast because everyone was eager to enjoy the catered luncheon of stuffed chicken breast with gravy, seasoned rice, green beans, green salad, rolls, tea, and dessert.
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SPJST Youth
Section Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club plans Christmas caroling
Dear Readers, At our monthly Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club meeting, we discussed and practiced for the upcoming lodge Christmas party to be held on Sunday, December 11, 2011, starting at 3 p.m. The youth club will perform two skits this year. It should be a fun afternoon for all!
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We will drop off our collection of toys for Toys for Tots this coming Friday, December 9 at the Belton WalMart around 5:30 p.m. Rusty Garrett from Channel 10 will be there accepting the toys, so maybe we’ll get on TV! The youth club will also go carolling on Monday, December 19 at 5:30 p.m. We are to meet at Cornerstone Nursing Facility on Marlandwood Drive in Temple; afterwards we will go to Mazzio’s for pizza! Fraternally, Chris Zavodny, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston youth enjoys Christmas party
Dear Members, We had our lodge’s Christmas party on Saturday, December 3, 2011. It was a lot of fun. We had barbecue, cake, and presents, and Santa came to visit, too! I had a good time. Fraternally, Keith Wockenfuss, age 7 —SPJST— Pictured above is “Mighty the Eagle” (Rogers High School senior Samuel Vanicek) with sister Stephanie Vanicek, both of Lodge 24, Cyclone. Mighty cheered on the Rogers Eagles football team at pep rallies and games all the way to the area playoffs this fall. Way to go, Eagles! Stephanie was visiting from Austin where she is in her second year at the University of Texas. Sam was 2010 SPJST State King.
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Lodge 88, Houston youth reports on Christmas party
Dear Members, We had our annual Lodge 88, Houston Christmas party on Saturday, December 3, 2011. It was special because our youth club had the barbecue dinner catered for our lodge members. Almost 100 people attended, including the orchestra, choral club, members, and guests. Santa came for a visit and everyone had a great time. We had our December youth club meeting and discussed upcoming events. We also got to see the beautiful plaque that we received in the Tomball Holiday Parade for “Best All Around Float.” Fraternally, Allison Wockenfuss —SPJST—
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almost $150 in gift cards and close to 30 toys to donate. This was for our Make a Difference Day project. During the meeting, we also decided to have a Christmas outing. The youth club settled on going to Six Flags Fiesta Texas on December 4. The youth club also decided to donate decorated shoe boxes again for the kids served by CASA as a community service project. Sincerely, Kelly House —SPJST—
Lodge 202 Jourdanton youth ready for Christmas outing
Dear Věstník Readers, I am so excited to go to Fiesta Texas. It is for our youth club’s Christmas outing. I really want to go to the ice skating rink. I can’t wait! Sincerely, Kelly House —SPJST—
Dear Věstník Readers, At our last SPJST meeting, Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club collected toys and gift cards to donate to the fire victims of Bastrop so those kids would have Christmas presents. We collected
Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club Collects Toys, Gift Cards for Bastrop
Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club collected toys and gift cards to donate to the fire victims of Bastrop so the children would have Christmas presents. The youth club collected almost $150 in gift cards and about 30 toys to donate.
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Great holiday craft projects for families
(StatePoint) Now is the time to plan and decorate for the holidays. From adorning the Christmas tree, to taking a family photo for greeting cards, it can be a challenge to create a unique experience while staying on a budget. You can, however, meet both these goals by taking a DIY (do-ityourself) approach. The best part about doing it yourself is the memorable moments you spend with your loved ones. This is after all, the reason for the season. Also, as a family, you can create lasting gifts and keepsakes that set you apart from the crowd. Save yourself a stressful, expensive day at the mall buying stocking stuffers and holiday décor, and plan a pre-holiday family get-together instead. By taking advantage of everybody’s crafting skills, you can create personalized ornaments and gifts made by the family, for the family. Make sure you have plenty of craft supplies on hand that are appropriate for all ages. Provide glitter, paint, ribbon, fabric, popsicle sticks, crayons and paper — and get to work! You can either work without direction, creating ideas from scratch, or provide your guests with instructions for specific projects. Decorating with pine cones and creating paper chain garlands from old magazines are a few ideas to get you started. And the terrific thing is these supplies are free! For creative inspiration, there are a number of websites that provide step
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District Two Royalty Wins First Place in Taylor Parade
LEFT PHOTO: State/District Two Queen Alyssa Torres of Lodge 48, Beyersville and District Two King Jerry Pechal of Lodge 47, Seaton proudly display the first place ribbon the float received in the Taylor Christmas
by step instructions for creating homemade holiday décor. Kids, grandparents, uncles, cousins, everybody can participate, no matter what their skill level. This get-together can also double as a perfect photo opportunity. It’s easy to get a family portrait when you have everyone gathered in one place. And the holidays are the best time to share family photos with friends. Use these photos to create Christmas cards, ornaments and personalized bookmarks and notebooks. Or create greeting cards and Christmas ornaments that are unique and crafty. There are several websites that can spin a unique twist on your photos so they really stand out in the sea of holiday greetings that adorn your family’s and friends’ refrigerators or your Christmas tree. For example, www.snapily.com gives your photographs 3D-depth and flip-book style animated effect (i.e., two images flip as you rotate the card back and forth)
parade. RIGHT PHOTO: Queen Alyssa and King Jerry are pictured on the SPJST Float. Thanks to Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride, left, and State Field Representative Hiram Dixon who took the float to Taylor.
to convey emotion and humor. So don’t be afraid to plan something a little goofy for that photo shoot. With a little craftiness, and a little wit, you can really customize the look and feel of your holiday this year. —SPJST—
Anatomy of a snowflake
Oftentimes, when winter arrives people are more concerned with what snowflakes as a large group can do (blizzards, snow mounds, etc.) and rarely give thought to the beauty and intricacy of an individual snowflake. By now most probably know that no two snowflakes are alike and that they have some unique characteristics. Here’s an exploration of some of the components of a snowflake and what makes them a marvel of natural engi-
neering. Snow is created when the water vapor in the air falls below the freezing point. The vapor loses an amount of energy known as the heat of crystallization. The same process occurs when ice forms, except the water is in liquid form and then becomes a solid. It is not a vapor, as is the case with snow. In many snowflakes, the water vapor crystalizes most easily on a particle in the air, such as dust. Other crystals then build upon the original in a domino effect. Essentially, snowflakes are ice-covered specks of dirt. But if everyone knew that the mystery surrounding snowflakes could decline. In perfect conditions, the geometric bonds of water in the snowflake occur in a hexagonal shape. However, depending on weather conditions and the snowflake's trip through clouds and the atmosphere as it falls to the ground, the shapes in the flakes can change. Snowflakes may not be per-
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club, SPJST Float Awarded “Best All Around Float”
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club was presented this plaque for participating in the Tomball Holiday Parade on November 19. Youth members rode the SPJST Float. CENTER PHOTO:
Youth Leader Barbara Linney-Gonzales talks about the accomplishment. RIGHT PHOTO: Youth club members proudly display the plaque they received from the parade.
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fectly symmetrical like they are when kids craft paper snowflakes. Though they are, in fact, all different when viewed under a microscope, to the naked eye snowflakes all appear very similar in shape. According to the Lansing State Journal, scientists think that there are really four different shapes of snow crystals. The simplest shape is a long needle shaped like a spike. The other shapes all have six sides. One of them is a long, hollow column that is shaped like a six-sided prism. There are also thin, flat six-sided plates. And lastly there are intricate, six-pointed stars. A snowflake is not one piece of ice, but rather up to 200 separate ice crystals. Therefore, the intricacy of each
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snowflake is more than most imagine. Snowflakes come together to form the snow that blankets the ground and landscape. Snowflakes are wonders of natural creation. Love or loathe the snow, viewing it from a microscopic level can bring a new perspective to the white stuff. (MS) —SPJST—
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Do Teens Text Too Much?
(SPM Wire) Teenagers today are glued to phones in ways their parents never were. But it’s no longer about gabbing with friends late into the school night, as texting has taken over instead.
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The typical teen sends an average of 3,364 texts per month according to new research from The Nielsen Company. But take heart, your teen probably is spending less time watching TV. The average teen watches 23 hours and 41 minutes of TV weekly. This compares with over 39 hours of TVwatching by the average American. —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club Hosts Christmas Party Saturday, December 3, 2011 • Lodge 88, Houston Hall
LEFT PHOTO: Mrs. Clara Broz with Keith and Allison Wockenfuss. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club members gather around the Christ-
mas tree. RIGHT PHOTO: SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) Director John Hoelscher visits Santa. Has John been naughty or nice?
LEFT PHOTO: Youth club members. PHOTO 2: Cheyenne Parker, left, and Allison Wockenfuss. PHOTO 3: State Youth Director Frank Horak
leads the meal prayer. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 88 youth Nathan Polly visits Santa and Mrs. Claus.
LEFT PHOTO: Members and guests prepare their plates. CENTER PHOTO: Members gather to sing Christmas songs. RIGHT PHOTO:
Keith and Allison visit Santa and Mrs. Claus. Merry Christmas from Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club!
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In Memoriam
Expression of Sympathy
We the members of Lodge 66, Waco wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our departed brother, TONY A. CHUDEJ. Tony A. Chudej, 84, of Lacy Lakeview, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2011, at a local hospital. Services were at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, December 3 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Father Robert Herald and Father Angelo Bertinni as celebrants. Burial followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery in West. Rosary was at 7 p.m. Friday, December 2 at Bellmead Funeral Home. Tony was born January 14, 1927, in Ross, Texas, to Ambro and Frances Chudej and attended St. Mary Parochial and Abbott High School. He enlisted in the Navy and trained at Camp Farragut, Idaho, then served in the Pacific Theater on the U.S.S. Ardent during World War II. Tony received five Major Battle Stars, Good Conduct Medal, and Victory Service Medal and was discharged in December 1948. He married Mary Jane Bartosh on July 6, 1949, and worked for L.L. Sams Church Furniture for 10 years and then retired from General Tire and Rubber Co. after 31 years. Tony was a charter member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 7202, and an SPJST Lodge 66, Waco member. He volunteered at Geneva Hall since 1962 and served on the board of directors since 1978. He was also a member of American Legion Post 121 and served as president of the board of trustees at General Tire Retires Club. Tony was preceded in death by his son Thomas Chudej. Survivors include his wife Mary Jane Chudej; daughter Linda Marie Vahue and husband Larry of Temple; son Anthony Chudej and wife Rosemary of Seaton; sister Helen Skerik of Lacy Lakeview; grandchildren Lisa, Monica, Amy, Cory, Steven, Melissa, and Jon; nine great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and beloved pets Rusty and Susie. Pallbearers were Steven Chudej, Cory Vahue, Jon Gersbach, Vincent Tobola, Jerry Prasifka, and Barry Brott. Honory pallbearers were members of the board of directors at
Geneva Hall. May our departed brother rest in peace. Resolution Committee Diana Engelke Dorothy Veselka —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy
We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Hvezda Texasu No. 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed brother, WALLACE REESE. Wallace Rae Reese, age 62 of Temple, passed away on December 1, 2011, at the VA Hospital in Temple. He was born to Wallace Albert Reese and Irma Louise Rae Reese in 1949. After the death of Wallace Wallace Reese Albert, he was blessed when his mother married his father, Hugo Fuchs. Wallace graduated from Rogers High School in 1967 and served in the Navy during the Vietnam War. Wallace and Francis Ranly Reese were married in 1973. He later graduated from Temple College with an associate degree in fire prevention. Wallace was dedicated to serving others as a firefighter for over 34 years with Temple Fire and Rescue. He also enjoyed a career at Empire Seed and Irrigation for many years. He was preceded in death by his father Wallace Albert Reese; mother Louise Rae Reese Fuchs and brothers Marcus Reese and Danny Reese. He is survived by wife Francis; daughter Trina Reese Koo and husband Ken Koo; son Wallace Hugo Reese and wife Deanna Reese; grandchildren Alyssa, Wesley, and Wyatt; father Hugo Fuchs; sister Jane Fuchs Moon and husband Price Moon; sisters-in-law Kay Reese and Lana Reese; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation was Sunday, December 4 at Scanio-Harper Funeral Home from 4 to 7 p.m. with a rosary at 6 p.m. Fu-
neral service was held Monday, December 5 at 10 a.m. in Temple at Scanio-Harper Funeral Home. Reverend Gary Kleypas, pastor of Hope Lutheran Church in Buckholts, and Dr. Dennis Hochgraber, pastor of Pathways Fellowship in Mesquite, officiated. Graveside service was in Rogers Cemetery. Wallace and his family requested that donations be made to the Wallace Rae Reese Memorial Scholarship, c/o Rogers ISD, Attention Business Office, 1 Eagle Drive, Rogers, Texas 76569; or to The Hospice Unit at the VA Hospital in memory of Wallace Reese, c/o Veterans Administration Hospital, Volunteer Services, 1901 Veterans Memorial Drive, Temple, Texas 76504. Resolution Committee Ruth Kohutek Joyce Skrabanek LaVerne Vanicek —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy
We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge Novy Tabor, No. 17, New Tabor, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, MARTHA GLADYS HOFFMAN, who passed away on Wednesday, September 28, 2011, at St. Joseph Manor in Caldwell. Sister Hoffman was 89 years old. She was born January 2, 1922, in the New Tabor community in Burleson County to Frank and Johanna (Englemann) Vavra. She was baptized as an infant and later was confirmed at New Tabor Brethren Church. Martha attended New Tabor School from which
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she also graduated. She helped her parents and siblings work their farm and later met and married Roland Windel Hoffman on September 16, 1945. Martha and Roland made their home on Hoffman Lane where they raised their four children. They ran a diary farm for many years along with farming before Roland’s death in August 1978. Martha continued the dairy business with the help of her children for a few more years. Martha was a member of Elizabeth Lutheran Church where she was quite active in teaching Sunday school, helping with Bible school, the Lady’s Aid Society, and the church’s prayer line. Her greatest love was her church, her family, and all her grandchildren. She was known to children and adults as “Mawmaw” because of her compassion and outreach to others. She was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband of 33 years; son Dennis Wayne Hoffman; and brother Lawrence Vavra. Survivors include sons and daughter-in-law Patrick and Jan Hoffman and John Hoffman and daughter and son-in-law Kathy and Robert Jones, all of Caldwell; sisters and brothersin-law Viola Skrabanek and Virginia and Buddy Barnett, all of Caldwell, and Dorothy and Marvin Ondrasek of Burlington; eight granddaughters; three grandsons; and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services for Sister Hoffman were held on Saturday, October 1 at Elizabeth Lutheran Church with interment in Caldwell Masonic Cemetery. May our departed sister rest in eternal peace, and her memories remain with us forever. Fraternally submitted, Resolution Committee Ben F. Trcalek, Jr. Stanley Mrnustik Susan Skrabanek —SPJST—
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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment
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LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Hall Rental Information: (979) 966-3795. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of even-numbered months February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Potluck served after meeting. Youth Club Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room, 107 East Park Street, Hallettsville. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room.
LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA (3) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. at PointBank Community Center, 739 East Liberty Street, Pilot Point. For directions/meeting information, contact Brian Heitzman (940) 686-4429; or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Saturday, December 31—SPJST Lodge No. 6 New Yearʼs Eve social/party, 6 p.m. Public invited.
Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Directions: From Interstate 35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light and stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take Farm Road 2114 East for 3 miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road. The lodge hall is on the right about 1/2 mile down the road. Hall Rental Information: (254) 826-5882; Hall Phone: (254) 826-0005. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge 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; Hall Phone: (979) 8843211. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 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 Highway 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles; turn left on CR 225. Go one mile, veering to the right. Lodge building 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) Saturday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Fritz Hodde and The Fabulous Six, polka/waltz/mix music. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $10 per person. Black-eyed peas, corn bread, sausage, coffee, served after dance. No reservations.
Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534; band bookings-Artie Monson (512) 281-3711; Hall phone: (512) 285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davilla, 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: Located 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, 3 p.m. LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Saturday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Debonaires. Call (254) 983-2175 for reservations.
Saturday, January 28, 2012—Czechaholics. 7 to 11 p.m.
Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Burlington. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit at blinking light on Hwy 53 to FM 485; go one mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Wilbert Mikeska (254) 9852484; Hall phone: (254) 985-2393; wmmike@peoplepc.com. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Visit www.spjstflaghall.com.
LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Saturday, December 17—Open Sunday, December 18—Martinek Christmas party Saturday, December 24—Dining room rental Sunday, December 25—Dining room rental Saturday, December 31—Open Saturday, January 7—Rental Thursday, January 12—Lodge meeting
Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay on Hwy 287 East until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and go under the overpass at Interstate 45. 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: Second 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 - East Bernard Branch, 746 Clubside Drive, East Bernard.
LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) Wednesday, December 14—Music by Bobby Jay Five Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, December 16—The Lawmen, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m. Friday, December 23—Glen Collins Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of the Thrall 4-H/FFA make oldfashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday, December 24 and Sunday, December 25— Closed for the Christmas holidays. The hall will be open for business on Wednesday, December 28. Wednesday, December 28—Bobby Jay Five Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, December 30—Night Skies featuring A. P. Patschke and Jess DeMaine, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m. Sunday, January 1, 2012—Closed on New Yearʼs Day. The hall will be open for business on Wednesday, January 4.
All Wednesday and Friday night dances have free admission.
Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, turn from Hwy. 95 onto East 11th. Turn left on Washburn at the “T”. Veer right on Thorndale Road. Go 1.8 miles on FM 619 to the hall. (From Hwy 79, turn north on FM 619, go .8 of a mile to the hall.) Hall Rental Information: (512) 352-9139; Hall Phone: (512) 352-9139. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Music: Second and fourth Wednesday of the month/music by Bobby Jay Five Band; Fridays, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.; oldfashioned hamburgers every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.; Senior Citizensʼ Dominoes: First Wednesday of the month, 2 p.m. followed by covered dish meal.
LODGE 30, TAITON (6) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo. LODGE 32, VICTORIA (6) Lodge Hall: 3502 North Laurent, Victoria. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Sunday following the adult lodge meeting at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall.
LODGE 35, ELK (3) Saturday, December 17—Smokin Gun Saturday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve: Nolan Pick Band
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.” Turn right onto Elk Road; go approx. 1 mile; road will dead end turn right; 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 and turn left. Go 1.1 mile and turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. The lodge hall is at the bend of the road (white building). 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 in Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Brenda Cox (979) 543-7171; Hall Phone: (979) 648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:15 p.m. at the hall. Bingo every Monday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. $100 games every week; jackpot every week is $400. License #17600539641. LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca, Texas.
LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Saturday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Wild Horses. $15 per person.
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Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy 53, Temple. Directions: Star Hall is 5 miles east of Temple on Highway 53 (Adams Avenue). Seaton Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Edwin Pechal (254) 9842255; Hall Phone: (254) 985-2548. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Doors open at 6 p.m. LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: From Temple, take the South Loop. Turn right on FM 112. Go about 1/2 mile. Go about three miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (512) 365-3733. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of January through April and September through December at 5 p.m. at the lodge hall; meetings held the second Monday of May through August at 6 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of January through April and September through December at 5 p.m. at the lodge hall; youth meetings held the second Monday of May through August at 6 p.m. at the lodge hall.
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. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 51, ELLINGER (1) Lodge Meetings: Third Friday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Ellinger Fire Department, West Main Street in Ellinger.
LODGE 54, WEST (3) Lodge Meetings: First Friday in March, June, and November and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. at Lone Star Hall, 1201 North Davis Street, West, Texas. Youth Club Meetings: Third Saturday of each month, 10 a.m. Call Youth Leader Lisa Darnell (254) 644-2896 for location. LODGE 63, SWEET HOME (6) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. 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 and go 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: Call for quarterly meeting date, time, and 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 September at 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Lakeside City Fellowship Hall; second Sunday in June and December at 1 p.m. at Cunningham Center located at Presbyterian Manor.
LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Meal served at 1 p.m.; meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Hall Phone: (361) 854-8423. 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 onto FM 2268; go 1/2 mile to hall on the right. Hall Rental Information: Frank Pajestka (254) 657-8176; Hall Phone: (254) 657-2485; or email SPJST80@yahoo.com. 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 Directorsʼ Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 3:30 p.m. Bingo: Every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355.
LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Violet Street, Needville. Directions: Lodge building is located south on Hwy 36, one mile from the traffic light in Needville. Hall Rental Information: (979) 793-4313; email td_stavinoha@yahoo.com. Hall Phone: (361) 793-4742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From IH35 East in Dallas, take IH20 East. From IH20 East, take the IH45 exit toward downtown Dallas. IH45 runs into Hwy. 75. From Hwy 75, take a right at Bryan Street exit. From Bryan Street, turn right on Cantreal Street and go until you come to Floyd Street; take a right on Floyd Street. Hall is the second building on the right.
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Hall Rental Information: (214) 826-3557. Hall Phone: (214) 823-0072. Band Bookings: Cherri Petr (214) 352-4397/Ben Jarma (214) 348-1514. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north onto 50th Street; 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, December 17—The Moonglow Orchestra, Big band music. *Dress Code. $11/person Saturday, December 24—No dance Saturday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Mark Halata and Texavia. Polka/variety. 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Saturday, January 7, 2012—Moonglow Orchestra. Big band music. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, January 14—River Road Boys, country/western swing. $8/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: Lodge Hall: (713) 869-5767; or www.lodge88.org. 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 — to be announced in Vestnik. Contact Secretary Vonda Smesny (713) 870-7114. LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3)
Friday, December 16—Gary Lee Sunday, December 18—Metro Dance Club Dance: Ronnie Martin. Tea Dance, 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, December 23—No dance Friday, December 30—No dance Saturday, December 31—New Yearʼs Eve Dance: Winston Barney. Advance tickets $25; or $30 at the door. For tickets and seating arrangements, call Joyce (817) 624-1361
Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From Interstate 35 West in Fort Worth, take Interstate 30 West to the Henderson exit. Take Henderson North, and it becomes Jacksboro Highway (TX199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cutoff which is a right off of Jacksboro Highway. The lodge also known as National Hall is on the right about 3/4 block down the road. (A Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner.) Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone (817) 624-1361. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Family Nights - first and third Tuesdays. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band plays every first Sunday and most third Friday nights. The other Friday nights will be live ballroom type music. Dressy casual. Listen to KNON 89.3 FM on Sunday at 2 p.m. for up-to-date announcements. Tune in to KAAM 770 AM for some easy listening music. Visit www.nationalhallspjst92.org.
LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Friday in March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Gay Revel (361) 573-4443 for meeting location.
LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West three miles to FM 1303; turn right and go two miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (830) 393-7796; Hall Phone: (803) 393-6500. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
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 (Martha) Vrla (214) 826-
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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. Stay Hwy. 287 on until you come to Ennis.Go straight through downtown Ennis and under the overpass at IH45. Then go approximately 1 3/4 miles on Hwy. 34. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Larry Valek (214) 794-7674. 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, 2 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Annex Building, 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston).
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. Go 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.
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day 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: 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, just off Hwy 95, on the right. 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 kitchen is open. LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at Carmine 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; (817) 371-0255; (972) 268-0022; Hall Phone: (817) 295-9665. Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin.
LODGE 183, ARLINGTON (3) Lodge Hall: 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane, Arlington. Directions: Take IH35 West to Fort Worth. Take IH20 East exit and proceed on IH20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North and stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Take a right on Mayfield; go down and take a left on Pleasant Valley Lane. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: (817) 465-8538; (214) 8769029. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Last Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506.
LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Hall: FM 532 West, Moulton. Directions: From Texas 95 in Moulton, take FM 532 West four miles. Lodge hall is located on the right. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS (7) Lodge Meetings: Every other month - February, April, June, August, October, and December. Call for meeting date, time, and location. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Theresa Haag (830) 625-8262 for meeting date/time/location.
LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy. 36, Caldwell. Directions: Lodge building is just off Hwy. 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. 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: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-2073309541002.
LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY (5) Lodge Meetings: First 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 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. There will be a 7-11 on the right. Turn right; proceed past Hopewell School. Continue through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. From Temple: Take IH 35 South. Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign. Take left on University Boulevard. The third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right will be Luther Peterson Boulevard. 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 172, PASADENA (5) 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 Mon-
LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Street, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information: (936) 634-1962; Lodge Hall: (936) 6372706. Dance Reservations: Andy Anderson (936) 634-1962. Lodge Meetings: First Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. Regular Dances: Third Saturday night of each month, 8 to 11 p.m.
LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of every other month, 1 p.m. Call Secretary Cynthia Kristinek (806) 763-7245; ckristinek@yahoo.com 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 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 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).
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LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Lodge Hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Directions: Off Hwy 290 West at Skinner. Hall Rental Information: (281) 351-1045; 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, call Norman Kneschk (254) 386-3222; or email normk_82@hughes.net. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Sandra Pierce (254) 485-5801 for meeting date, time, and location.
LODGE 207, IOWA PARK (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Mary Hatter (940) 322-8503; or any sales agent for meeting location.
LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: Every third Sunday of January, March, May, July, and September at 6 p.m. Contact Secretary Pam Lehmann (806) 561-5105 for location. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month at 5 p.m. Contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams (806) 990-3351 for location.
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 Secretary Tammy Copeland (325) 320-4089. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Courtney Holzberlain (325) 829-3377 for meeting date/time/location.
LODGE 246, MORGANʼS POINT (2) Tuesday, December 13—Christmas party at SPJST Home Office, 6:30 p.m. For details/activities, information, contact President James Lee (254) 289-6819. 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. For information, contact President James Lee (254) 289-6819. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Trish Konkler for meeting date/time/location (254) 780-9012.
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. For information, contact President James Lee (254) 289-6819. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Trish Konkler for meeting date/time/location (254) 780-9012.
LODGE 255, KATY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday, 6:30 p.m. at NBD Graphics, 5502 First Street, Suite 2, Room 1, Katy. LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) Wednesday, December 28—Christmas Party
Lodge Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 4 p.m. at Alumni Student Center, conference rooms A and B, Texas Lutheran Campus, Seguin. —SPJST—
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