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Lodge 28, East Bernard Member Hilda Blahuta Celebrates 100th Birthday

On Saturday, December 10, 2011, after, lived in a young woman’s home family and friends gathered to cele- and worked in Houston. brate Hilda Blahuta’s 100th birthday! When she was in her early 20s, she Matilda “Hilda” Luedeke was born met Alphonse Blahuta of Krasna on a December 5, 1911, to Adolf and Lilly double date at a dance in Rosenberg. Luedeke. Hilda was born at the They soon married on August 23, Luedeke’s home near Moulton, Texas, 1933. They had no time for a fancy and was the eldest of five children. wedding, so they went to the Justice of Ella was the secthe Peace. ond, then Adolf, Alphonse had to Lillian, and last hurry home to was Eddie. pick cotton and get Hilda lived in back to work at the Moulton then Halbarber shop. They lettsville until she didn’t know they was of school age. had to wait three Her parents days after getting wanted to move their marriage libecause the walk cense until being that Hilda would married though. have to make to Also, they had no school was far and time for a honeythey didn’t like it. moon! The family then They moved purchased a farm to Wallis where Al near Pleak, Texas, could work at the just on the out- Hilda Blahuta of Lodge 28, East barber shop, and skirts of Rosen- Bernard sits in her rocking chair Hilda became a berg. Starting that was a wedding gift to her par- homemaker. It ents and which she was rocked in school, all Hilda as a baby. was hard times for knew how to speak the young couple, was German, so she had a lot of learn- especially when the Depression hit. ing to do. She was able to teach her Hilda spent a lot of time sewing parents and siblings at home how to clothes for her and Alphonse to wear, speak English. She went to school in baking fresh homemade bread every Pleak until seventh grade. After that, day, and spending some nights at the she had to stay at home to help take barber shop with Alphonse and his care of her younger siblings. As a brother Emil. She also had to learn teenager, Hilda worked at a diner in Czech since that was all her in-laws Rosenberg. Later, Hilda was able to attend business school in Houston, and Continued on Page 6.

Important Dates ...................................3 Interest Rates.......................................3 Job Posting..........................................3 State Tournament Information............7 Sales Class Training ...........................7 Lodge Section......................................8

Brotherhood

SPJST Salutes Longtime Members 50-Year • 75-Year • Age 96 • Age 100 Pages 4 to 6 Congratulations and Thank You, Members!

SPJST Member Update

Please complete

and return Thank you for your membership in SPJST. today! We hope that you will help us update our records by completing this form. Information may also be submitted online at www.spjst.org. Please tear off, fold, and return this update. All completed forms received by mail, online, or hand delivered to the SPJST Home Office by 5 p.m. Friday, January 28, 2012, will be placed in a drawing for a gift basket filled with items, many from the Czech Republic, including crystal and a Czech doll.

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All SPJST member households should have received a 2012 SPJST calendar in late November or early December. The first page of the calendar looks like the above image. Members are encouraged to complete this important update to obtain more information about SPJST programs and benefits. The update can also be completed online at www.spjst.org. All updates received before 5 p.m. on Friday, January 27, 2012, will be entered into a drawing to receive a gift basket filled with items, including Czech crystal and a Czech doll. Thanks to everyone who has completed the update and sent it back to us.

Inside This Week’s Vestnik

Cookbook Order Form .....................15 Vestnik Valentines .............................16 Youth Section ....................................17 Czech Culture ....................................20 Advertisements..................................21 Lodge Calendar .................................22

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Lodge 28 East Bernard member donates old Vestniks, books

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Lodge 97 Placedo retiring sales agent honored

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Lodge 219 El Paso shares agent Christmas party scenes

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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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Awards Banquet set for January 28

Members are invited to this year’s SPJST Awards Banquet on

Saturday, January 28 at Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Convention Center, located at 3303 North 3rd Street in Temple. Doors will open at 12 noon, and the program starts at 1 p.m. Many lodge members, sales agents, fraternalists of the year, and youth clubs will be recognized. All lodges are entitled to send their 2011 and 2012 officers to the banquet free of charge. The Home Office is requesting a head count on or before January 23. Lodge secretaries have been mailed a form requesting this information. Any member may attend the banquet. The cost for the catered barbecue dinner will be $10 per person. Please RSVP to Executive Assistant Sandra Dubcak (800) 727-7578 or email sandrad@spjst.com. See next week’s Vestnik for complete banquet information and a list of the 2011 local lodge fraternalists of the year.

Tribute 2012 This year’s SPJST membership campaign is called “Tribute 2012” and pays special recognition to SPJST’s 115th birthday (1897 - 2012) and the Vestnik’s 100th birthday (1912 - 2012). The goal is to acquire 2,012 new members this year, and we need your help. Think about your friends, neighbors, work associates, and family members who are not SPJST members. Please invite them to join SPJST and experience the fraternalism and the proud history of this organization. Plus, you will be doing your friend or family member a favor by encouraging them to purchase life insurance which offers peace of mind. Referral cards are available from the Home Office, or you can refer some-

one at www.spjst.org. Your name will go into a monthly drawing for a Wal-mart gift card.

Vestnik’s 100th Anniversary The Vestnik is celebrating its 100th year! What a grand achievement! To celebrate this tremendous milestone, we will soon begin featuring tributes and continue throughout the year honoring and remembering our past SPJST. If you have a special photo or story from SPJST’s past that you would like to share in an upcoming Vestnik, please send it to me. Let’s commemorate this special anniversary in a big way! And, coming soon — all available past Vestniks will be readily accessible online for research. Thanks to Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS) for their tremendously generous contribution of hundreds of volunteer hours to make this a reality. I am beyond excited about this fantastic historical and genealogical tool that we will soon release during this 100th anniversary of SPJST’s official weekly newspaper—the Vestnik.

Quote of the Week “Most of us can remember a time when a birthday — especially if it was one’s own — brightened the world as if a second sun has risen.” —Robert Staughton Lynd

Next Week’s Vestnik Coming in next week’s Vestnik will be: • • • • • •

SPJST Scholarship Details Awards Banquet Information Tribute 2012 Details Youth Club Member Merit Points In Memoriam and Death Claims SPJST Financial University —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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Family Fun Dates Fraternal Incentive Report due to State FAC Publication Committee Meeting Finance Committee Meeting Insurance Committee Meeting SPJST Home Office, Temple State Progressive 42 Tournament Lodge 48, Beyersville SPJST State Awards Banquet

SPJST Farm/ Commercial Property Rates

SPJST INTEREST RATES

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

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%

SPJST Residential Mortgage Loans

Accounting Assistant SPJST Job Posting

Department: FLSA Status: Reports to: Posting Start: Posting End:

Financial Secretary Department Non-Exempt SPJST Financial Secretary Thursday, January 5, 2012 Friday, January 20, 2012

Overview SPJST does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its activities, programs or employment practices. Salary based on qualifications and experience, subject to limitations.

Job Description Summary • Process and data entry of all Accounts Payable. • Maintains Vestnik subscriptions and advertising published in Vestnik. • Acknowledges preauthorized drafts for all annuities. • Performs other general office and clerical duties as requested. • Mails Universal Life histories, annuity statements, direct bill premium notice, NI/termination report, and miscellaneous items for other departments using inserter system. • Scans updated and old documents using optical scanner. • Answers telephone calls, pertaining to insurance payments and questions from members, agents, lodge officers, and employees pertaining to accounting and miscellaneous items. • Process lodge reports and labels, as requested. • Type checks and letters, as requested. • Back-up to processing and data entry of direct bill payments and miscellaneous accounting. • Back-up to data entry of all file maintenance of insurance records. • Back-up to preparing bank deposits by compiling premiums from members and sending check or other forms of payment to bank.

Skills/Qualifications • Must be computer literate in Windows-based software, including word processing, presentations, and spreadsheet programs. • Ability to operate office machines, such as burster, inserter, postage machine, check protector, typewriter, 10-key calculator, scanner, copier, and printers. • Insurance office and bookkeeping experience a plus. • Must have excellent written communication skills including strong spelling and grammar. Must have the ability to carefully proof work and ensure proper format use. • Have excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills and present a professional image both in person and over the phone. • Must be organized and have the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines. • Present a professional image, maintain a positive attitude, be a self-starter, take initiative, be dependable, and take pride in work product. • Have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. • The ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints

Education, Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge • High school diploma required. • Accounting experience preferred. • Training in Windows-based software (word processing, presentations, spreadsheets) a plus.

Physical Requirements • Stand for brief periods of time. • Sit throughout shift. • Use hands to finger or handle documents. • Reach with hands and arms periodically. • Must be able to communicate orally and hear to assist clients and co-workers. • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds periodically. Application: Human Resource Office (254) 773-1575; applications also available online at www.spjst.org.

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SPJST Recognizes Longtime Members

SPJST extends its thanks and appreciation to the many members who are achieving membership landmarks in 2012. This week’s Vestnik lists the SPJST members achieving 50- and 75-years of membership in SPJST and the Age 96 and Age 100 members. Congratulations to these honorees. Members who achieve “The Grand Age of 96” receive special recognition in SPJST. At this special age, members are considered to have “outlived” the terms of their insurance certificate and are allowed to collect its proceeds. They remain members of SPJST with all the privileges and benefits of the active members but are not required to pay any dues or assessments. The 2012 honorees are listed below.

Age 100 Born in 1912

Lodge 24, Cyclone Henrietta Z. Slavik

District Two

Lodge 177, Academy Paula D. Hill Lodge 66, Waco Margaret Daniel

District Three Lodge 88, Houston Louise W. Riley

District Five

Lodge 172, Pasadena Andrew L. Duncan Lydia F. Kristoff

The Grand Age of 96 Born in 1916

Lodge 9, Snook Ollie Jakubik Fred A. Lednicky

District One Lodge 17, New Tabor Velma Lee Clepper Olga M. Provazek

Lodge 201 Bleiblerville-Nelsonville Olga J. Mikeska Lodge 15, Buckholts Hilda A. Burtis

District Two Lodge 29, Taylor Lydia Hayes Leona Vaclavik

Lodge 47, Seaton Lillian R. Kosarek

Lodge 89, Rosebud Doris Lavelle Krecek Gladys Clariece Surovik Lodge 25, Ennis Mary Hejny

District Three Lodge 84, Dallas Martha Johnston Carolyn T. Nemec

Lodge 92, Fort Worth Bette Alcorn Clara Inez Krivanek Lodge 130, Dallas Jeraldine P. Hutka

Lodge 135, Ennis Bessie M. Laznovsky

Lodge 154, Fort Worth Albina A. Naizer

Lodge 160, San Angelo Mary Germany Lodge 81, Needville Martha Holub Frankie D. Stracik Martha A. Vavrecka

District Five

Lodge 88, Houston Lydia S. Jamail Joe E. Mucha

Lodge 4, Hallettsville Ellanora Fojt

District Six

Lodge 28, East Bernard Leona Vincik Lodge 63, Sweet Home Elizabeth Korinek Millie Kutac Lodge 143, Inez Elsie Frances Smiga

Lodge 148, El Maton Jim F. Tobola Lodge 153, La Salle John J. Srubar

Lodge 184, Moulton Terezie Selzer

Lodge 999, Home Office Anna M. Baker

District Nine

75-Year Members Joined SPJST in 1937

Lodge 1, Fayetteville Nollie M. Tiedt

District One

Lodge 17, New Tabor Lillie Liddie Haisler Gladys Marie Penicka Antonie Schulz Geraldine Siptak Pamela M. Walker Lodge 38, Kovar Naomi L. Novosad

Lodge 201 Bleiblerville-Nelsonville Frank H. Felcman Lodge 15, Buckholts Louise A. Sakewitz

District Two

Lodge 24, Cyclone James Edward Bedrich Eugene E. Haisler Lorene E. Stepan Lodge 29, Taylor Loree D. Svadlenak Rudolf E. Svadlenak Lodge 47, Seaton Annie R. Balusek

Lodge 89, Rosebud Charlie Skupin

Lodge 5, Pilot Point-Tioga Laura Mae Dolezalek

District Three

Lodge 25, Ennis Dorothy Margaret Kudrna Lodge 84, Dallas Mary Kubin Janie Skotak

Lodge 92, Fort Worth Joseph F. Juran Chas. V. Palachek, Jr. Betty Ann Phillips

Lodge 154, Fort Worth Ellen Simpson Lodge 49, Rowena Emma Urban Tomlinson

District Four

Lodge 76, Wichita Falls George L. Kovarik Lodge 160, San Angelo Annie Braden James Daniel Drgac Dorothy Kokes Lodge 81, Needville Dorothy Suchma Barak Burnett F. Boyett Elowise E. Hill

District Five

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Lodge 88, Houston Lee Roy Golden Elsie Dvorak Kadera Loraine F. Kunz Woodrow W. Mikeska Lodge 91, Crosby Alvin Stasney

Lodge 142, Houston Ruth Pauline Whitaker Lodge 172, Pasadena Josephine M. Barfield

Lodge 1, Fayetteville Wanda J. Faldyn Rebecca L. Koch Brendan D. Krenek Edward Malota

District One

Lodge 9, Snook Donnie Carl Hejl Michael John Junek Shirley J. Lewis Carol Marie Shelfer

Lodge 13, Dime Box Laurie Ann Milton

Lodge 17, New Tabor Lisa R. Blum Sharon Burt Jay C. Drgac Kenneth Englemann Kim S. Helder Donna Trcalek Jones Alan C. Rockett John E. Stefka, III Duane A. Suehs Sharon L. Valenta Christopher Walker Lodge 38, Kovar Anna Diltz Ray A. Palla James H. Rabel

Lodge 39, Bryan Katherine M. Akin Louise A. Bailey Edith Bayer Robert R. Blinka John G. Harmon Walter Joe Matcek Anton Matcek, Jr. Wesley A. Quitta Lamar Urbanovsky Ronald Urbanovsky Linda Vaughn Alois Frank Wolfe Mary J. Wolfe Theresa J. Wolfe

Lodge 4, Hallettsville Harvey M. Haas

District Six

Lodge 148, El Maton Milton B. Greenberg

Lodge 28, East Bernard Ludmila Talafuse Lodge 32, Victoria Millie Myska Hrbacek

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Lodge 153, La Salle Jerome Hubalek John J. Srubar

Lodge 184, Moulton Bettie Marcak

Lodge 107, Floresville Edward J. Barosh Robert F. Gaertner

District Seven

Lodge 133, San Antonio Estelle M. Jones Charlie Jerry Kutil

Lodge 63, Sweet Home Lydia M. Hermes Lodge 141, Sealy Betty Jo Bankhead

Lodge 169, Brenham Linda D. Schmid Patrick W. Schmid Lodge 186, Caldwell Craig Allan Homeyer

Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station Shirley E. Novak

Lodge 201 Bleiblerville-Nelsonville Raymie Marie Broz Craig W. Fick Warren D. Guthmann Mark G. Janosky Raymond G. Janosky Mitchell Juergens William A. Laas Gary W. Luedke Calvin G. Schramm Lodge 15, Buckholts August Guzner, Jr. Frank A. Tomascik, Sr. Alan W. Vaculin Joyce J. Vaculin

District Two

Lodge 20, Granger Kevin Cavanaugh Ellen J. Hodon Randall P. Lehman Linda K. Motheral Lodge 24, Cyclone Carolyn J. Dorner Teresa K. Dupree Carolyn L. Lesikar Carla A. Olsen Patsy Fay Sebek Lodge 29, Taylor Bobby Joe Betak

5o-Year Members Joined SPJST in 1962

Johnette L. Deleon Blaine Allen Faykus Benjamin Janecka Charles Leshikar James Leshikar Gregory C. Michalik Naomi J. Pasemann Jimmy W. Pokorny Jane E. Pucci Betty J. Riethmayer Russel James Ripple Marion F. Spiller Lodge 47, Seaton Jack K. Gandy Rita H. Green Patricia A. Horton Janice L. Northam Jerrie A. Pomykal Kathleen D. Trlica Virginia Sue Wilkes Jodie Lyn Zavodny

Lodge 48, Beyersville Sherilyn Kisamore Daniel Ray Marek, Sr. Candace Rene Rosen Alice F. Wuensche Lodge 80, Holland Eddie Mainord Lodge 87, Temple Dale Roy Kristinek Dan F. Thomas

Lodge 89, Rosebud Joyce A. Koslovsky David Gary Plasek Felix V. Rodriguez Nancy M. Vitek Lodge 5, Pilot Point-Tioga Tommie Jezek

District Three

Lodge 6, Cottonwood David Wayne Bartosh

Ronnie D. Glatter Albert J. Hornak Steve Kaska, Jr Walter Krizan, Jr. Virginia M. Marek Sherrie R. Matula Terrie M. Matula Douglas L. Moore Denise M. Muska Richard A. Mynar Lawrence Ondrej, Jr. Michele E. Pavelka Jimmie Lee Uptmore Sharon Ann Vochoska Lodge 25, Ennis Clayton O. Callaway Rudolph Cepak Raymond L. Jurica Judy Gail Kubin Randall J. Malcik Margaret Martinek Robert L. Slovak

Lodge 35, Elk Henry G. Breitkreutz, Jr. Patricia S. Derrick Doyle O. Gribble Gary A. Marek Barbara Faye Pavelka Mark D. Wilson Lodge 54, West Lillian M. Mynar Terry R. Soukup

Lodge 66, Waco Doris E. Cinek William Gidney, Jr. Alan James Hensel Donna A. Kofnovec Linda S. Kofnovec Norma Lee Kofnovec Wanda Lyn Kofnovec Celestine Macha Cynthia Menard Clarence E. Simcik, Jr. Lodge 84, Dallas Evelyn Marie Helmke Anne S. Jakubik

Kathleen M. Jones Charles A. Kocian Jerry W. Manak, Jr. Annette Prachyl Randolph V. Scott Leslie R. Sill

Lodge 92, Fort Worth Kimberly Bland Kenneth R. Jones Claudia J. Koci Lynwood Lesikar Georgia A. Spiller Louis J. Tomastik Jeanine C. Wilkinson

Lodge 101, Gainesville Debra M. Yeager Lodge 130, Dallas David J. Podhrasky Robert J. Podhrasky Becki L. Snow Catherine Beran Yancy

Lodge 135, Ennis Stephen Mark Chudej William I. Snodgrass, III Lodge 154, Fort Worth Donna K. Bates Tina M. Bradburry Jonathan Burda Jonathan D. Dodson Robert D. Duckworth Alan J. Green Mary E. Lewallen Mark A. Maughon Molly Ann Maughon Donna R. Parker Michael Prochaska Robert M. Smith Gary Wayne Steele Thomas M. Steele David J. Suges Gina G. Tooley Jimmy G. Tooley

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Lodge 167, Penelope Karen A. Osborne

Lodge 180, Burleson Julius A. Psencik

Lodge 183, Arlington Michael Anthony Burda Donna M. Kral Dana C. Shoemaker Nancy G. Sonka Lodge 205, Terrell Louise F. Shwadlenak Lodge 49, Rowena Jeanne M. Alberts Roberta A. Rottman Paul W. Schroeder

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Lodge 160, San Angelo Carl James Broz Anna M. Clemmons James Michael Drgac Charlene Dusek Jimmy Dean Hejl Patrick H. Mazur Lodge 65, Crosby Shirley A. Peel Jerry E. Prochazka

Phyllis G. Rosenbaum Frank J. Stransky Sharon B. Templeman David D. Zwahr Lodge 88, Houston Laurie Mikes Ballard Diane F. Barker Susan Black Terry J. Bowerman Franklin Dolezal Dorothy Jean Gilliam David W. Hohensee Craig Hotmann Julius H. Jalufka, Jr. Debra M. Kleihege Glenda L. Kratzer Darby Kubeczka Dianne M. Morgan Julia M. Peck Larry E. Plasek Debra E. Prasek Frances L. Regner Wayne J. Rybak Carolyn M. Sikora Elsie Beverly Thomas Bernice Wessels Gayle Wilkinson Mary G. Wilkinson Lodge 91, Crosby Pamela J. Lostak Philip W. Michalik Kenneth P. Prasek

District Five Lodge 81, Needville Donna M. Drymalla Sara Ann Hurta Betty J. Kocurek Julia Ann Lukasik Lenora Ann Marek Jeanette A. Psencik Gloria Ann Rehak

Lodge 139, Danbury David S. Baldwin, Jr. Jerry M. Clawson Margaret Cline Cheryl D. Peters Carolyn Gayle Wilson Lodge 142, Houston Leon Cerny

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could speak. Alphonse and Hilda bought the Blahuta family farm in 1946 and moved to the farm to live. They both spent many hours in the fields picking cotton, taking care of the cattle, chickens, and pigs, and helping out with Alphonse’s parents next door. In 1947, Hilda became pregnant with their only child after several previous complications with pregnancy. She was put on bed rest due to her past medical history, and she stayed with her sister in Houston to be closer to the doctor. Every Sunday, Alphonse would come and visit her since the rest

Janet M. Gryder Mary L. Jones Joseph Kristoff

Lodge 172, Pasadena Rhonda M. Balcerowicz Michael R. Lingnau Lodge 175, Rosenberg Doris A. Metyko Lodge 191, Lufkin Brenda F. Puntch

Lodge 4, Hallettsville Karen Rother Bennett Stanley D. Bucek Clifford Chatham Donna S. Hagens Kares D. Rother

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Lodge 8, Weimar Alan W. Shumbera Lynn A. Slagle

Lodge 28, East Bernard Kenneth J. Bohacek Robert J. Brandes Josephine C. Ferguson Gary Lee Korenek Kevin L. Sliva

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Linda G. Polasek Ramona A. Ryan

Lodge 41, Port Lavaca Bobby L. Faltesek

Lodge 63, Sweet Home Pamela Sue Dziadek Charles J. Janak Thomas Craig Macha Helen B. Soefje Linda Kay Wayland Lodge 143, Inez Victor Mozisek, Jr. Linda L. Tater Mary H. Tater

Lodge 151, Wharton Leroy Grigar, Jr. Jeannette J. Macha Dale A. Sikora Charles Svec, Jr Lodge 153, LaSalle John A. Specht Joann Tullis

Lodge 30, Taiton Lloyd L. Srubar

Lodge 184, Moulton Harvey L. Dlouhy Kathy Ann Dornak Marvin Kasper Keith E. Kram Lynne A. Penner Johnnie Schacherl Shirley R. Welfl

Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Mark A. Foegelle Kathryn A. Moore

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Gary L. Hunt David Kucera Jerry James Majek Kathryn L. Majek

Lodge 32, Victoria William E. Kresta Matthew S. Vanek

of the week he was either in the field or at the barber shop. Glen was finally born November 8, 1947. Hilda and Alphonse adored raising their son out on the farm, and Glen learned everything there was to know about living the country life. When Glen became old enough, he started to help out in the fields as well and recalls his mother always carrying a full sack of cotton around or chopping. Then, at lunch time, Hilda would go in and prepare a huge dinner for them to eat. In the early 50s, Alphonse’s father became ill a few years after the passing of his wife, so Hilda and Alphonse had Frank move in with them and took care of him several months before staying with his other son Emil until he passed. Glen was able to go school in Orchard and played all sports as

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well as raise animals for the fair. He was talented enough in the hurdles to receive a scholarship to Texas A&M

Ronnie Gerard Majek Kelly Marie McKay Larwence Novosad Anna Porteous Claudia Ann Warren Gorman Warren, Jr.

Lodge 107, Floresville Richard Lee Baumann Lewis G. Bayer William A. Bujnoch Anthony M. Hons Bernice E. Magel Mary Lou Mills Ruth A. Moudry Dorothy Rogers Lodge 117, Robstown Larry M. Hellums Cynthia D. White

Lodge 133, San Antonio James M. Eubanks Patricia Eubanks Angela J. Johnson Linda F. Kutil Lodge 164, Rio Hondo Tracy Ann Zamora

Lodge 202, Jourdanton Jo Ann Hosek Darrell Wayne Huble Anna Jean Jones Robbie Lynn Opiela Karen G. Porter Connie J. Rakowitz

For any information regarding this listing, please contact the President’s Department at the SPJST Home Office. —SPJST—

University and was able to graduate with a degree in education. Glen then married Irene Pavlicek of Frydek in 1971. Glen and Irene moved to the Blahuta farm and built a house where Alphonse’s parents had previously lived. After 40 years they have four children, Jackie, Steven, Keith, and Ashley. Hilda and Alphonse celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1983. They continued to live on the farm and help take care of and support their grandchildren, attend Saint Paul Luthern church, and attend various functions in the community. They spent many evenings at the ball fields and school gyms watching the grandkids play volleyball, basketball, baseball, softball, and track. Anytime the grandkids would go and visit, you could always count on there being

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snickerdoodles and oatmeal chocolate chip cookies in her yellow Tupperware container in the cabinet. And nothing beat her homemade bread with butter and syrup on top! She would cut the bread into little pieces and called them “rabbits” and have them hop into your mouth! She was good at getting all the grandkids into eating everything; she even pulled a few tricks to get us to eat something we otherwise wouldn’t have. Her apricot kolaches were like none before, and pies were amazing as well! You know grandmas are always the best cooks, but she had to have been the best out of all the grandmas around! All the grandkids learned how to play a mean game of dominos with Grandma and Grandpa. But they didn’t have any mercy on you when playing—the grandkids always seemed to lose! Cards and checkers were also games to play next door with Grandma and Grandpa. In 1996, after 63 years of marriage, Alphonse passed away. In the same

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month, Hilda’s oldest grandchild Jackie married Raul Garcia-Ramaeu. In January 2000, Hilda received her first great-grandchild Kristen, then followed by Caleb in 2002. Keith married Ammie Hudson in May 2010, and in February 2011, Hilda received angreat-grandson, Keaton other Alphonse. In August 2011, Hilda was able to see her last grandchild Ashley, marry Shane Pavlock, and they currently reside in her old home on the farm. After going strong for 100 years, Hilda has lived at Cambridge Square in Rosenberg since 2003. She continues to enjoy playing dominoes, bingo, and watching her favorite show Wheel of Fortune. Hilda continues to attend the Senior Citizen Luncheon in Wallis to visit with hometown friends and play dominos. And, everyone there knows if there is lemon pie, she has first dibs on it. After all, being the oldest has its advantages! Happy 100th birthday, Grandma! —SPJST—

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

From the Fraternal Department

State Progressive 42 Domino Tourney January 14 at Lodge 48, Beyersville

SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville will host the 2012 SPJST State Progressive 42 Domino Tournament on Saturday, January 14, 2012. Check-in begins at 8 a.m., and play begins at 9 a.m. The tournament is open to both SPJST members and nonmembers, ages 16 and above. Entry fee is $7 per member and $15 per nonmember and includes snacks and lunch. Lodge 48 is located at 10450 FM 619 in Taylor. Go east on Alternate Highway 79 south of Taylor. Take a right on FM 619; go about four miles.

Hall in on the right. Participants are asked to register by January 9 by mailing their entry fees along with their name, address, phone number, email address, and lodge number (if applicable) to SPJST State FAC, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. Participants can also register online at www.spjst.org in the fraternal section. For more information, please call (800) 727-7578 or email tammym@spjst.com. —SPJST—

SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor is the site of the 2012 SPJST State Tarok Tournament set for Saturday, February 4. Registration is from 8 to 8:45 a.m., and play begins at 9 a.m. The state tournament is open to everyone—both SPJST members and non-members, ages 16 and above. The entry fee is $7 for members and $15 for non-members. The entry fee includes snacks and lunch. Lodge 17 is located at 2674 CR 255 in Caldwell. 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. Please register by Monday, January 30 by mailing your name, complete address, phone number, email, and entry fee to SPJST State FAC, PO Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. Participants may also register online at www.spjst.org in the fraternal section. For more information, call (800) 7277578 or email tammym@spjst.com. —SPJST—

SPJST State Tarok Tournament February 4 at Lodge 17, New Tabor

Hilda is pictured with her family. In front with Hilda are Caleb and Kristen Garcia-Rameau. BACK: Left to right are Shane and Ashley Pavlock, Raul and Jackie Garcia-Rameau, Glen and Irene Blahuta, and Ammie, Keith, and Keaton Blahuta.

From the Insurance Department

Insurance Department sets January 21, 22 Sales Training Class

I will be conducting a training class on Saturday, January 21 and Sunday, January 22 at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. The classes will begin at 8:30 a.m. and close around 5 p.m. each day. Dress is business casual. Please RSVP to Susan Shofner no later than January 18 in order for her to secure hotel accommodations. Your

meals will be provided for you each day. Please do not hesitate to call me for more information. I can be reached at (254) 773-1575 - office or (254) 2317722 - mobile. Thank you, Hiram Dixon —SPJST—

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Hiram Dixon announces candidacy for Supreme Lodge Vice President

I would like to take this opportunity to announce my intention to seek the office of Supreme Lodge Vice President at the upcoming convention in June. I have the leadership qualities and the experience to help SPJST meet the challenges we will face in the coming years. I began my career in 1979. For the past 32 years, I have worked with commercial and fraternal life insurance companies—mostly in management and agent development. Through years of classroom studies and market place productions, I earned several life insurance designations, including Life Underwriters Training Council Fellow (LUTCF), Fraternal Insurance Council Fellow (FICF), and Certified Fraternal Field Manager (CFFM). I have also earned many company and industry honors and awards, including President’s Club awards and Quad Cities Agent of the Year. In my fraternal experience, I have served as an officer in the Quad Cities Fraternal Congress, vice president and president of the Oklahoma Fraternal Congress and the Oklahoma Fraternal Insurance Council. I currently serve as President of Lodge 87, Temple. Working with SPJST Supreme Lodge officers and directors, I know that I have ability to help lead SPJST into a bright future. It is my belief that we must grow our market share of business and enhance our distribution system (the manner in which we take our product to market) while controlling the cost of doing business. I realize that we have a need to advance our technologies within SPJST yet at the same time, it is imperative that we hold onto our core values of the past. We must maintain our Czech heritage and ensure that the upcoming generations

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Lodge 4 Hallettsville hosts Christmas social

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know who we are and of SPJST’s storied past. My career as SPJST State Field Representative began in 2007. Since then, I have had the opportunity to work in several areas of Texas. I have helped with and participated in many fraternal activities. I also find great satisfaction in working with the Fort Hood November 5, 2009 Memorial. As a Vietnam Veteran who served in the United States Army, this project means a lot to me and is close to my heart. I am confident that my work ethics, honesty, integrity, and experience will help lead SPJST into the future. Please feel free to contact me at any time. I look forward to visiting with you. Fraternally, Hiram Dixon, LUTCF, FICF, CFFM (254) 231-7722 Email: lifeagent01@yahoo.com —SPJST—

Dear Members, Our lodge held its December meeting and Christmas social on Sunday, December 11, 2011, at the American Legion Hall. At 12:30 p.m., President Joe Siptak welcomed everyone. Special guests were State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Chester Jenke and wife Colleen. A delicious meal of fried chicken furnished by the lodge and a large variety of side dishes and desserts brought by the members were enjoyed. A short meeting was held. Resolutions of sympathy were read by Gaynell Chudej for our departed members — David Kostelnik and Johnnie Micek. Delegates elected to the state convention were Helen Zabransky, Joe Siptak, Shirley Kalmus, and Gaynell Chudej. Alternates are Patsy Zabran-

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

sky, Bennie Orsak, Annie Vahalik, and Victoria Orsak. FAC Annie Vahalik led the members in singing Christmas songs and playing bingo which was enjoyed by all. Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus gave out apples and oranges to the members. A candy-guessing game was won by Caroline Hrncir. Door prize winners were Alene Steffek, Bernice Marek, Victoria Orsak, Colleen Jenke, Sarah Siptak, Gaynell Chudej, Lillie Balusek, Evelyn Holy, Philip Vahalik, Marvin Rabel, Mark Siptak, Mary Schroeder, Diane Handley, Johnnie Zak, Constance Prasek, Helen Zabransky, Alton Chudej, Susan Siptak, and Bennie Orsak. The next meeting will be January 8. Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—

Thank You, Mr. and Mrs. Hlavinka!

Birdie and James R. Hlavinka of East Bernard are pictured with several Czech books and old Vestniks that they delivered to the SPJST Home Office in Temple recently. The books will be placed in the SPJST Library, and the Vestniks will be placed in SPJST archives. Mrs. Hlavinka is a member of Lodge 28, East Bernard.

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Lodge 6 Cottonwood trustees meet January 20

The next trustee meeting of Lodge 6, Cottonwood will be held Friday, January 20, 2012, at 7:30 p.m. following the lodge social which begins at 6:30 p.m. Please mark your calendar. Fraternally, Milton Peterson, President —SPJST—

Lodge 18, Elgin: 2011 - a year to remember

Here we are . . . another year gone, but SPJST is still here. 2011 was a hard year with all the drought, fires, unemployment, etc. Thanks to a fraternal such as SPJST, many were helped. SPJST Lodge 18 is no exception. We donated the hall use for benefits and fundraisers. This is what fraternalism is all about — working with each other. Sometimes, we forget we are all striving for the same goal. Many of our regulars are getting up in age. What will happen when we no longer can do all the necessary work?

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Wilbert and Margaret Mikeska Celebrate 50 Years of Marriage

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Wilbert and Margaret Mikeska Miyamoto of California and Hawaii. Wilbert worked 45 years in wood celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a family dinner at work—36 years with Temple ProdThe Gin on Nolan Creek in Belton. ucts, and he retired after nine years Specialty with and Wilbert Wood Moulding in Margaret SchneiRogers. Margaret der were married worked 47 years in December 30, the banking indus1961, at St. try retiring after 32 Joseph’s Catholic years with GuarChurch in Cyanty Bank in Temclone, Texas, by ple. Reverend Ben They have Goertz. Their lived all their lives three children are in the Temple-CyJeffrey and wife clone Area Debbie of Dallas, Wilbert Keith and wife and Margaret are Jennifer of Waco, active members of and Pam and husSPJST Lodge 24, band Doug Wike, Cyclone. They also of Dallas. They also have Wilbert and Margaret Mikeska have both held many different offive grandchildren, Madison, Mason, and Molly fices at the lodge. They are also Mikeska of Waco and Chloe and members of St. Joseph’s Catholic Ellie Wike of Dallas and two step- Church in Cyclone. —SPJST— grandchildren Ryan and Claire

We need all members to think about how they can help. We need the youth to grow so bring your youngsters and get involved. If you do not voice your opinion at the meeting, no one will

Lodge 15, Buckholts Presents 2012 Officers

hear you—not the right people anyway. Lodge 18, Elgin has a beautiful hall, and those who come have a great time. There is no smoking so you can bring your children and have a great family fun day. That is how I learned to dance at the SPJST hall with my parents. That’s where I met my husband of 53 years. Our grandchildren call Czech music - happy music. You can’t help but tap your feet. We would love to have you join us. Come to your Elgin SPJST. Officers for 2012 are:

dance, rental, benefit—whatever is going on at the hall. Charles is the bar chairperson in addition to doing all the ordering of supplies, beer, soda, etc. When the hall needs repair, Charles is there. I know that F.L. Meyer and Johnny Vrabel help Charles—thanks to them and anyone I might have overlooked. Many, many thanks. We appreciate all you do. Thanks to the youth for their donations to Blue Santa, the food pantry, and SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Charles Wilson and F. L. Meyer. Thanks, too, to Hiram Dixon and Bobby and Ruth Wuensche for coming to our last meeting of the year, for installing our officers, and for the door prizes. You are always welcome. Get well wishes to Shirlene Matetzschk, our outgoing secretary. We hope to see you at the January meeting as well as all of you. Come join us and a very happy and prosperous new year. Next Meeting—January 17 The next meeting is January 17, 2012, at 7 p.m. See you there. As long as you live, keep learning how to live! Irene Vrabel —SPJST—

Welcome to Lodge 25, Ennis!

President Charles Wilson Vice President Ray Nelson Secretary/Reporter Mike Mogonye Treasurer Teresa Anderson Youth Leader Joyce Nelson FAC Sheryl Wright

The 2012 officers of Lodge 15, Buckholts are, left to right, Treasurer Sandie Fischer, Secretary Dorothy Tomascik, First Vice President Frank Tomascik, and President Douglas Williams. Also pictured are Honorary District Two Director Frank Klinkovsky, second from right, and District Two Director Bobby Wuensche, far right, who both installed the officers. Not pictured is Second Vice President Adolph Jurca.

Board members are Ray Nelson, Charles Wilson, Mike Mogonye, Sheryl Wright, and F. L. Meyer. Help your officers and board members, and SPJST will get stronger and stronger. A token of appreciation was given to Artie Monson, Gladys Mogonye, and Irene Helgren. Thank you, ladies, for another great year. What would the hall do without Charles Wilson? He is there for every

Lodge 25, Ennis Sales Agent Margaret Krajca proudly welcomes new members Kennedy Ballew and Maison Holland to the lodge.

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Lodge 25, Ennis welcomes new members

Happy New Year! Lodge 25, Ennis met at 7 p.m. on December 8, 2011, after a Christmas meal which was prepared by the ladies of the lodge. Seventeen members, one guest, and two youth members enjoyed the delicious ham supper. All the officers were present, and reports were given. New members attending the meeting were Maison Holland and Kennedy Ballew. Their certificates were presented to them by their Me-Me Margaret Krajca, lodge sales agent. Not present to receive her certificate was Rhonda Trojacek. It was announced that the lodge will host a benefit for Doug Jones on January 28, 2012. Birthday babies recognized for the month of December were Pat Fowler, Jim Holahan, Cathy Krajca, Jake Holland, Erica Clark, Laure Crow, Jerrod Ryan, Sheila Motley, and Sandra Slovak. Installation of officers was conducted by past President Eugene Dolezal. Officers for 2012 are: President Jim Holahan Vice President Tony Vitovsky Secretary Pat Fowler Financial Secretary Betty Macalik Treasurer Cathy Krajca Sergeant-at-Arms Margaret Krajca Youth Leader Rita Holland

The meeting adjourned, and everyone enjoyed socializing in the bar.

Next Meeting—January 12 Our next meeting will be held January 12. I look forward to seeing all of you again next year! Happy New Year! Fraternally yours, Margaret Krajca Sergeant-at-Arms —SPJST—

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Lodge 25, Ennis Welcomes 2012 Officers

Lodge 25, Ennis officers for 2012 are, left to right, FAC Kay Kovar, Treasurer Cathy Krajca, Secretary Pat Fowler, Vice President Tony Vitovsky, President Jim Holahan, Financial Secretary Betty Macalik, Sergeant-atArms/Reporter Margaret Krajca, and Youth Leader Rita Holland. The officers were installed by past president Eugene Dolezal, not pictured.

Lodge 30, Taiton elects delegates, 2012 officers

Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 30, Taiton held its regular monthly meeting on November 10, 2011, at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza. President Yvonne Marcaurele called the meeting to order at 2:35 p.m. Youth members present led the Pledge of Allegiance, and a moment of silence was observed for any sick or departed members as well as the veterans of the armed forces. Secretary Wanda Dorotik called the roll of officers. She then read the minutes from the October meeting, and they were approved as read. Treasurer Lisa Bubela gave her report on the financial standing of our lodge. There were no outstanding bills to be paid at this time. FAC Tommy Drapela reported on the happenings around the state. The awards banquet will be held at the Mayborn Convention Center in Temple on January 28, 2012. He reminded the members that the Fraternalist of the Year forms were due by December 16. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela reported on the comings and goings of our youth program. She thanked the youth members for participating in the District Six Fall Meeting in Hallettsville. The members present then held the election of officers for the year 2012.

2012 Convention were then handed out, and the delegates are Yvonne Marcaurele, Karen Kaspar, Lisa Bubela, Wanda Dorotik, and Debbie Krpec. Alternates are Marjorie Treumer, Tommy Drapela, and Nancy Fucik. Our next meeting will be Sunday, December 11. This will be our Christmas social. The youth meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m. followed by the social at 11:15 a.m. and the adult meeting at 11:45. A turkey and dressing meal will follow at approximately 12:30 p.m. We would like to wish happy anniversary to Debbie and Raymond Krpec for 36 years of wedded bliss. We wish them many more. The meeting was adjourned by President Yvonne Marcaurele. Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer, Reporter —SPJST—

The officers for Lodge 30 for 2012 are: President Yvonne Marcaurele Vice President Debbie Krpec Secretary Wanda Dorotik Treasurer Lisa Bubela Reporter Marjorie Treumer FAC Tommy Drapela Youth Leader Lisa Bubela

Ballots for electing delegates to the

Lodge 38, Kovar Presents 2012 Officers

Returning for another year as officers of Lodge 38, Kovar are, front, left to right Secretary Kathy Maney, Treasurer Donna Zimmerhanzel, and FAC/Reporter Sheri Holder. Back: Second Vice President Alfred Hellinger, President Johnnie Janak, and First Vice President Edwin Zimmerhanzel.

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Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 30, Taiton hosted its annual Christmas social on Sunday, December 11, 2011, at Taiton Community Center. Members enjoyed visiting before the regular monthly meeting. President Yvonne Marcaurele called the meeting to order at 11:50 a.m. The youth members present led the Pledge of Allegiance, and a moment of silence was observed for any sick or departed members. President Marcaurele welcomed our guests from the Home Office. Present were Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride and wife Frances and Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny and husband David Nauert. Also welcomed were John and Lisa Hoelscher and family from SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm. Regrets were expressed from Brian Vanicek, Frank Horak, and Michael Ahlstrom for not being able to attend. Secretary Wanda Dorotik read the roll call of officers. She then read minutes from the November meeting, and they were approved as read. Treasurer Lisa Bubela gave her report on the financial standing of our lodge. She asked for and received a motion to pay all outstanding bills. FAC Tommy Drapela reported on the happenings around the state. He reminded everyone that the SPJST

Santa’s Elves Help with Christmas Bingo at Lodge 80, Holland

SPJST Lodge 80, Holland had a great time with Christmas bingo in December. It was great to have two of Santa’s special “Aggie elves” working with us at bingo. Santa was really good to all of the players in attendance, and the lodge members thanked everyone who supported Lodge 80’s activities throughout the year. We look forward to another great year of busy activities in 2012.

Awards Banquet will be held at the Mayborn Convention Center in Temple on January 28, 2012. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela reported on the comings and goings of our youth program. She thanked the youth members for participating in the youth program. She reminded us that our youth program was able to welcome several new members this year, and we hope to continue to grow. Tommy Drapela was introduced as Fraternalist of the Year for Lodge 30.

He will be recognized at the awards banquet in Temple on January 28. Congratulations to Tommy for a job well done. Tommy was chosen to represent Lodge 30 because he is not only a wonderful asset to SPJST, he is also very active in other areas of our community, such as Boy Scouts and St. John’s Catholic Church. Keep up the hard work, Tommy! State Field Representative Karen Kaspar then took a few moments to thank all members for continuing to

grow SPJST. She informed us that we had welcomed 18 new members this year and hoped that we could enlarge that number next year. Gene McBride then made a presentation to Clay Altenhoff of a $200 scholarship. Accepting the presentation on Clay’s behalf were his parents, Lisa and Ben Altenhoff. John Hoelscher spoke to the members about the ENC at Cooper Farm. He thanked our members for the sign that we donated to be placed at the entrance to the camp. “Happy Birthday” was wished to Jessica Fucik, Grant Bubela, Brenda Drapela, Ed Zapalac, Meagan Kahanek, and Linda Supak. President Marcaurele then thanked David and Melanie for bringing the SPJST Float to El Campo for the Christmas parade. The float placed first in the parade. Door prizes were given out, and officers were installed. Our next meeting will be Thursday December 29 at The El Campo Bowling Center. The youth meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a meal and bowling to follow. The adult meeting will begin after the youth meeting concludes. The meeting was adjourned by President Yvonne Marcaurele. The members then enjoyed a meal of turkey and dressing with sides provided by the members. Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 81, Needville Members Enjoy Christmas Social

Lodge 81, Needville Presents 2012 Officers

Lodge 81, Needville members gathered for a group photo at the lodge’s Christmas party held Sunday, December 18, 2011, at the hall. Members enjoyed a dinner and door prizes. —Submitted by Jeanette Newman, Reporter

The 2012 officers of Lodge 81, Needville were recently installed. They are, left to right, Vice President Jeanette Newman, Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall, Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha, President Vincent Newman, and Special Funds Chairman Thomas Stavinoha.

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Lodge 81 Needville reports on December meeting

The December 2011 meeting of Lodge 81, Needville was held Sunday, the 18th. At 12 noon, President Vincent Newman gave a prayer of thanks.

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We had a delicious ham baked and donated by Emma Kujawa. Thank you, Emma. We also had sausage to go with the meal. The members brought an assortment of vegetables and desserts. Also, thanks to Darlene and her kitchen committee for getting everything set up for us. President Vincent Newman called the business meeting to order at 1 p.m. Dan Pavlas led us in the Pledge of Al-

legiance. All officers answered the roll call. Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall read the minutes, and they were approved as read. Jeanette Newman let everyone know that she was able to fill seven boxes for the Billy Graham Operation Christmas Child project with the money the lodge gave her. She made four girl boxes and three boy boxes. She brought a picture of the

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boxes to show everyone. Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha read his report, and it was approved as read. Special Funds Chairman Tom Stavinoha read his report, and it was also approved as read. Tom Stavinoha pointed out the changes made to the hall rental contract. President Vincent Newman read a thank you note from S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home for our previous donation for

Lodge 97, Placedo Sales Agent Yvonne Garrett Honored for Years of Service

Yvonne Garrett was recognized and appreciated for 18 years of service as sales agent for Lodge 97, Placedo as she worked alongside her husband Charles Garrett also for many years. Yvonne served as sales agent from 1993 to 2011, and

12 of those 18 years were Million Dollar Production years for the Garrett Team. Congratulations and thanks, Mrs. Garrett, for your dedication to SPJST! Best wishes to you.

LEFT PHOTO: District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom presents a sales agent appreciation plaque to Yvonne Garrett. CENTER PHOTO: Surrounding Mrs. Garrett are Donna Vanek, front, left, and Sylvia Bluhm. In

back are Dennis Vanek, State FAC Chester Jenke, State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, Gay and Kenneth Revel, and Director Ahlstrom. RIGHT PHOTO: SFR Kaspar presents a framed photo to Mrs. Garrett.

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 97 President Sylvia Bluhm, right, presents a plaque to Mrs. Garrett honoring her years of service as a lodge officer. CENTER

PHOTO: The delicious cake read, “Best Wishes, Yvonne.” RIGHT PHOTO: Mrs. Garrett with her daughter Kathleen Yoss and son-in-law Jim.

LEFT PHOTO: Mrs. Garrett, back, center with friends Lester and Dorothy Fuzzell, Dorothy Elsik, and Dorothy Schovajsa. In front is Mrs. Garrett’s daughter Kathleen Yoss. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge members

gather to cut the cake. RIGHT PHOTO: Front, left to right, are Donna Vanek, Yvonne Garrett, and Sylvia Bluhm. In back are Karen Kaspar and Gay Revel. Congratulations, Mrs. Garrett!

Wednesday, December 7, 2011 • Veracruz Restaurant in Victoria, Texas • Submitted by Bernadette Ballenger

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the sidewalk. He also read a thank you note for our donation to Needville ProGrad. Jeanette Newman mentioned that she already delivered the case of peaches to S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2, Needville. Next, we had the installation of officers. Since we didn’t have any other old business, we went straight to our new business. Under new business, Tom Stavinoha reminded everyone that we had two old copying machines to give away. Also, Tom Stavinoha reminded us that the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home in Needville will be building a special sidewalk for the residents to walk on and if we wanted to donate a bench for this cause. It was decided that we would. Tom Stavinoha also made a motion for someone to be nominated for Needville Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year Award. Under his recommendation, it was passed. Since it was our Christmas meeting, everyone received a door prize. Next Meeting—January 15 For our next meal on January 15, 2012, Tom Stavinoha said that he will get chicken noodle soup. Members, please bring a dessert. See you at the next meeting. Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 177, Academy Supports Seaton School Preservation Efforts

Lodge 177, Academy presented $1,000 to Seaton School Preservation Fund Committee recently to further its preservation efforts. Lodge 177, Academy FAC Bill Hutka, pictured third from left, presents a check to, left to right, Richard Hight, Jane Williams, Dorothy Motl Symmank, Leroy Dana, and Louann Skrabanek Hight. The committee was formed in 2000 and raises money through donations and fundraisers. Vast improvements and renovations are taking place at the school.

Lodge 84, Dallas meets this Sunday

Dear Readers, Lodge 84, Dallas held its December meeting on Sunday the 18th. The meeting was brought to order at 2:17 p.m. by President Justine Yeager. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Sister Lynda Novak followed by a moment of silence for our troops and departed members. Minutes of the last meeting were read by Secretary Cherri Petr and ap-

We hope that you are both on the mend now! She also sent appreciation cards to Lynda Novak and Bessie Petr for decorating the lodge hall for the Christmas party. It looked great. House committee reported that general wear and tear repairs were made throughout and that things are holding up so far! Next Meeting—January 15 Our next meeting will be on Sunday, January 15, 2012, at 2 p.m. Please mark your calendars to come and see what is going on with Lodge 84. Additionally, if you have some spare money you need to donate somewhere, please consider sending some support toward the hall. It would be a big help with those pesky, unexpected repairs that come up; remember it is your lodge, too! Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan Reporter —SPJST—

proved by all present. Old and new business was discussed, and committee reports were given. Sunshine lady JoAnn Manak reported that she sent get well cards to Scott Cowan for wisdom teeth extraction; Richard Kopecky who was hospitalized for surgery; and Ben Jarma for his hospitalization (pneumonia)

Lodge 202, Jourdanton Installs 2012 Officers

2010 State Fraternalist of the Year James House Presented Certificate

Lodge 202, Jourdanton member James House, left, receives a certificate from the American Fraternal Alliance for being one of the nominees for the Alliance’s Fraternalist of the Year. James was 2010 SPJST State Fraternalist of the Year. District Seven FAC Glen Pruski presented the certificate. —Submitted by Mary Ann Barta

Lodge 202, Jourdanton officers for 2012 are, second from left to right, Fraternal Activities Coordinator Mary Ann Barta, Secretary Bettie House, Vice President James House, President Lloyd House, Treasurer Valerie Barta, Youth Leader Regina House, and Assistant Youth Leader Sandra Hoggard. District Seven Director Bob Bayer, far left, installed the officers. —Submitted by Mary Ann Barta, FAC

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Lodge 88, Houston reports on annual meeting

The annual meeting of Lodge 88, Houston was held December 11, 2011. President Patricia Bruce called the meeting to order, and Reverend Henry Beseda had the invocation. Members then recited the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed in memory of departed members. Annual reports were given. Then, members adjourned for lunch. After lunch, officers and board members were elected. Officers for 2012 are:

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President Patricia Bruce First Vice President Marceil Malak Second Vice President Jo Ann Buri FAC Esther Heinsohn Secretary Janice Jahns Treasurer Carolyn Pechacek Sergeant-at-Arms Donald Havemann Guide Josephine Pflughaupt Youth Leader Barbara Gonzales Bingo Chairman Jo Ann Buri Entertainment Chairman Vernell Foyt

Board members for 2012 are Dorothy Pflughaupt, Carol Stayton, Doris Bronikowski, Cindy Mlcak, Mildred Holeman, Ashley Victorick, Cory Pechacek, Gene Barcak, and Wallace Jahns.

District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt installed officers and board members, and the meeting was adjourned. Fraternally, Janice Jahns, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 97, Placedo honors sales agent

On December 7, 2011, Lodge 97, Placedo held its quarterly meeting and Christmas party at Veracruz Restaurant in Victoria, Texas. Yvonne Garrett was recognized for

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her 18 years of outstanding service as an SPJST sales agent. She was presented two plaques. Election of officers was held. The following will serve for the 2012 year: President Sylvia Bluhm Vice President/FAC Donna Vanek Secretary Gay Revel Treasurer Dennis Vanek Reporter Diana Redd

Installation of officers will be held at the March meeting. Happy New Year! Bernadette Bellanger —SPJST—

Lodge 219, El Paso Producing Sales Agents Enjoy Christmas Party

Thank you, Carlos and Ana Ahumada, for hosting the Christmas party in your house. Happy New Year 2012, congratulations, and thanks to all produc-

ing sales agents for their work in 2011. —SPJST—

Submitted by Baltazar Nunez, Reporter

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Lodge 107 Floresville plans 100th anniversary

President Glen Pruski called the meeting to order at 4 p.m. on Sunday, December 11, 2011. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all, and a moment of silence for deceased members and members serving in the military as well as our sick members, including Thomas Novak who is now in a nursing home. Secretary Wendy Pruski read minutes from the last meeting. Roxanne Bertrand made a motion to accept the minutes, and Oscar Korus seconded. Motion carried. Financial Secretary Elizabeth Bielefeld gave a report. We have six new members. A motion was made by Roxanne and seconded by Oscar to accept them. Motion carried. Treasurer Oscar Korus gave his report. Director Bob Bayer gave a report on some of the things that will be changing. He reported on Open House at the Home Office; not too many attended. FAC - reports are due December 16. New officers report is due in January. Hall manager - there is a hall rental in December, and rentals for next year are already coming in. There was no old business.

New Business Our annual banquet and 100th anniversary will be celebrated on April 22, 2012. Doors open at 11 a.m., the meeting is at 12 noon, and meal at 12:30 p.m. We will have a meeting on April 1 at 5 p.m. to make final plans. The District Seven Spring Meeting will be on March 4. This is a date change. The date change was made by a motion by Liz and seconded by Oscar. Motion carried. Election of officers - Oscar made a motion that all officers be elected by acclamation with the exception of second vice president. Liz seconded the motion. Motion carried. Oscar made a motion to elect Thomas Novak as second vice president seconded by Roxanne. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned, and all present went to Shorty’s in Falls City to have a Christmas dinner. It was a very good meal and was enjoyed by all - even Oscar’s rum cake was delicious. Everyone left to return home and see you all next year. Fraternally, Lucille Novak, Reporter —SPJST—

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Lodge 142 Houston announces 2012 officers

SPJST Lodge 142, Houston met at Lodge 88, Houston annex building on December 11, 2011, at 2 p.m. after all members and guests enjoyed our Christmas dinner at 1 p.m. President Keith Kieschnick opened the meeting. Gunnar Owens led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Secretary Alice Jochen read minutes from the November meeting which stood as read. Correspondence was read by President Keith. We elected four delegates for the 31st Convention to be held June 11 to 13, 2012. They are Alice Jochen, Mary Ann Kieschnick, Keith Kieschnick, and Dennis Hermis. Four alternate delegates are Karen Owens, Nelson Jochen, Catherine Manchack, and Jack Manchack. Officers for 2012 were all elected by acclamation. Officers are: President Keith Kieschnick Vice President Dennis Hermis FAC Karen Owens Secretary Alice Jochen Financial Secretary/Treasurer Mary Ann Kieschnick Guide Emil Kutra Flag Bearer Gunnar Owens Youth Leader Catherine Manchack

All officers and committee reports were given. Birthdays for December were Alice Jochen on the 1st and Chris Schleider on the 2nd. Celebrating an anniversary was Keith and Amy Kieschnick - 14 years on the 6th. The capsule prize drawing of $150 went unclaimed due to the absence of Carol Ann McWilliams, Shelly M. Deloach, Jerry Lynn Veulemann, Kent Kristoff, Teresa Zarosky, and Courtny N. Gaiton. Next month at the January meeting, the prize goes to $160. The oldest male present was Jim Owens; oldest female was Pat Schleider; and the youngest member present was Garrett Owens. The meeting adjourned at 3:15 p.m. The next meeting is on the second Sunday of January - the 8th - at 2 p.m. The meal is at 1 p.m. See you all there. Alice Jochen Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 179 Warrenton meets January 12

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, January 12, 2012, at Carmine Lions Club building at 7 p.m. Fried chicken will be served. Everyone who plans to attend please let Ricky know as soon as possible by calling (979) 966-7138. Please bring a side dish or dessert. Ricky Weyand, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 191, Lufkin invites all to meetings

Business Meeting Our business meeting was held Thursday, January 5, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the lodge. We need you to make these meetings to know which direction you want your lodge to go. We

elected and installed officers for next year. We need volunteers. Please attend the meetings.

January Dance We will have two dances in January. On Saturday, January 21, The Silver Eagles will be playing from 8 to 11 p.m. and on Friday, January 27, Kevin Carter will be playing. Many of you have asked that we have dances on Friday night so let’s see if this works better for you.

Dues It is time to pay your dues. Regular members are $12 with social members being $15. They can be paid at the dances or mailed to: SPJST Lodge 191, Lufkin P.O. Box 3113 Lufkin, Texas 75903

Thanks Many thanks to Helen Boyd and Coleman and Linda Standley for helping sell tickets for the New Year’s Eve Dance. I would like to thank Ed and Linda

SPJST Tasty Traditions Cookbook Order Form SPJST is proud to present a treasured collection of recipes from our members whose contributions have made this cookbook possible. Cookbook includes 700 pages and approximately 1,400 recipes. Cookbooks will be available in December and shipped via USPS Media Mail. Makes a great Christmas gift! Order online at www.spjst.org. Please send me ______ copies of “SPJST Tasty Traditions Cookbook” at $15.00 each, plus $3.00 for shipping/handling/tax per book (total $18.00 each). Make checks or money orders payable to SPJST. Ship To: Name _____________________________________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________________________ City _____________________________________ State_________________ Zip_______________ Phone (_____)_______________________ Email__________________________________________ Payment Information:

Ì Enclosed is my check or money order made payable to SPJST for $________. Ì Please charge my credit card in the amount of $________.

Credit Card #__________ __________ __________ __________ Expiration Date ______/______ 3 or 4 digit security code _________ (usually on back of card) Billing Zip Code_____________ Signature____________________________________________________________ Mail Order Form to: SPJST Tasty Traditions Cookbook PO Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503-0100 Fax (for credit card orders only): (254) 773-8087 Phone (for questions only): (254) 773-1575 Email: info@spjst.org The proceeds from cookbook sales go to Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center and SPJST Education and Nature Center.

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Mount for putting the tablecloths on the tables each month for the dances. And, thanks to the members who fill in wherever you are needed. This is so much help to the officers as they try to carry on the work at the lodge. If you are a member or guest and would like to help, there is always something to do—just ask. Thanks to Andy and Maria Anderson for the hours they have put in to keep the lodge open.

Prayers Please keep our members who continue to fight health problems in your thoughts and prayers and feel free to drop them a note or phone call to let them know you are thinking of them, those being Bobbie Friday, Dolores Juarez, Ken Burton, and others I may not know about. Many members have worked so hard at SPJST Lodge 191. Let’s not forget them because they are unable to be there.

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Lufkin Dance Club The Lufkin Dance Club will have its dance on January 13 with the theme being Winter Wonderland. Food table opens at 7 p.m., and dancing is from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Playing for this dance will be Kevin Carter/Winston Wolf band. Happy New Year! Fraternally, Alma Breazeale —SPJST—

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Send Your Special Someone a Valentine in the February 8 Vestnik. Greetings are free of charge.

Any goodwill donations that are received will be cheerfully accepted and directed to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund. Photos may be published with a greeting for a minimum $5 donation.

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Phone (____) _____________ Email______________________ Greetings/photos must be received by January 31 to be published. Send, Fax, or Email your greetings by Monday, January 31, 2011, to: SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503-0100 FAX: (254) 773-8087 Email: melaniez@vvm.com

Valentines may also be submitted online at www.spjst.org

better health, and may even allow you to heal more quickly when you aren’t feeling well, according to some experts. As a specialist, psychophysiologist and author of the new book “Breath of Life” Elena Korneeva promotes a happier, healthier life with these guiding principles: • Joyful inspired and outspoken people make great company. These traits will attract people to you in both professional and personal settings. • Laugh. People with a good sense of humor are the life of any party, at any age and in any social stratum. • One who can sincerely laugh at his or her own mistakes can overcome

Fraternal Alliance of Texas Scholarship

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

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

• Have an active fraternal life insurance certificate in force for at least one year prior to January 1st, of the year in which the scholarship is being applied. • Enter college in the fall term fol-

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most difficulties. A sense of humor is a trait of a harmonious person. • Make an effort to truly understand and empathize with your conversation partners. • Don’t be afraid of situations that haven’t even happened yet. By avoiding fear of the unknown, you can better focus on a positive solution, rather than the problem. • Optimism and humor will make you a better parent. With these tools, your children will bring you joy rather than try your patience. Positive and creative parenting yields positive and creative children. “The key to happiness is in our hands,” says Korneeva. lowing the announcement of their award.

Application Instructions • Application: must be completed and signed. Applications are available at www.spjst.org in the “Scholarship” section. • SAT/ACT Scores: All applicants must submit an official verification of SAT or ACT scores. These scores should be submitted along with a current official high school transcript.

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

Privacy Policy Please know that the information requested on the Fraternal Alliance Of Texas Scholarship Application is used to process and identify eligibility for the Fraternal Alliance Of Texas Scholarships as appropriate for the selection process of this scholarship program. The Fraternal Alliance Of Texas respects and understands the importance of your privacy and the sensitivity of your personal information and carefully protects your data from misuse. The Fraternal Alliance Of Texas will not give, sell, share, or provide access to your personal information to any individual, organization or company for its use in marketing, commercial solicitation or for any other purpose unless authorized in writing by the applicant. —SPJST—

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

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

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

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Center. This will be our Christmas social. Everyone is asked to arrive at 9:30 a.m. to assist in setting up and decorating. The youth meeting will follow at 10:30 a.m. with the social at 11:15 a.m. and the adult meeting at 11:45 a.m. Everyone will then enjoy a turkey and dressing meal at approximately 12:30 p.m. Your friend, Dylan Treumer —SPJST—

Lodge 30, Taiton Lodge 17 Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club reports New Tabor youth: Youth Club reports on December Westonʼs first hunt on November meeting My dad, Chris Beasley, also a mem- meeting Dear Vestnik Readers,

ber of Lodge 17, New Tabor, took me on my first hog hunt the day after Christmas. I had the opportunity to shoot this big hog.

Although the scope bumped me in the eye, I hit the hog on the first shot. It’s an ugly hog, but I sure did make my dad proud! I am looking forward to our next hunting adventure. Weston Beasley —SPJST—

Lodge 25, Ennis youth enjoys meeting

Dear Readers, The last meeting was so much fun! We made snowflake ornaments. The meeting was my first time at SPJST as a member. Betty introduced me to everybody. In January, my grama is going to be youth club leader. At the party, we played a game that you had to unwrap the paper, and Preston won. The meeting was so much fun. I can’t wait to see you at our next meeting on January 8. Fraternally yours, Kennedy Ballew —SPJST—

Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club met on November 10, 2011, for its regular monthly meeting at Mr. Gatti’s Pizza. President Allison Fucik called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance and the SPJST Motto and prayer were recited. Secretary Ryan Drapela called the roll of officers and members. Ryan then read the minutes from the October meeting. The treasurer’s report was then given. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela reported on the following dates: LIT Camp—June 7 to 9 District Six Camp—July 12 to 15 with Districts Five and Seven District Six YAD—July 22 in Taiton State YAD—August 4 in Temple

The next meeting will be held on December 11 at Taiton Community

Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club met December 11, 2011, for its regular monthly meeting at Taiton Community Center. President Allison Fucik called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance, SPJST Motto, and prayer were recited. Secretary Ryan Drapela read the roll call of officers and members. Ryan then read the minutes from the November meeting. President Fucik introduced our guests. They were Gene and Frances McBride and John and Lisa Hoelscher and children Michael, Emma, and Abby. The treasurer’s report was then given. A motion to pay all bills was asked for and received. Thank you to all members who were able to ride on the floats when they were brought to El Campo and East Bernard for the Christmas parades.

New Business Camp tee-shirt design contest forms

Pictured at Lodge 25, Ennis’ Youth Club meeting in December are Austen Holland, Madison Holland, center, and Kennedy Ballew. They are displaying the snowflakes they made at the meeting.

were handed out. SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive donations will be taken up at the January meeting. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela then reported on the following dates: LIT Camp—June 7 to 9 District Six Camp—July 12 to 15 with Districts Five and Seven District Six YAD—July 22 in Taiton State YAD—August 4 in Temple

Happy birthday was wished to Jessica Fucik (age 18) and Grant Bubela (age six). Sarah Supak then read a passage called “How to Celebrate a Czech Christmas.” Door prizes that were brought by Gene McBride were then given out to the youth. Then, Christmas gifts were distributed to each member. The next meeting will be held on December 29 at the El Campo Bowling Center. The youth meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. with the youth then enjoying a meal and some bowling. Your friend, Dylan Treumer —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton youth: busy December

Dear Readers, December was a busy month with the youth Christmas party, Lodge 47 Seaton Christmas memorial, party, and Christmas skit. We all had a great time. The youth club went caroling to three nursing homes and had a pizza party at Mazzio’s after caroling. Our next meeting will be on January 8, 2012, at 1 p.m. Fraternally, Brandon Hoelscher —SPJST—

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Lodge 47, Seaton youth enjoys Christmas party

Dear Readers, Over the past month, Lodge 47, Seaton had its annual Christmas party at Star Hall. The youth club performed a Cowboy Christmas play and held a candlelighting ceremony for the deceased members. We had eggnog along with a turkey dinner prepared by the lodge. Fraternally, Brady Alexander —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton youth lights memorial candles

Dear Readers, I attended the Christmas party at Seaton Star Hall on December 11, 2011, and we lit candles for the memorial service. The youth group also performed a Cowboy Christmas play. Fraternally, Chase Alexander —SPJST—

Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club reports on December meeting

Dear Readers, The youth of Lodge 84, Dallas met on Thursday, December 15, 2011, at the home of Youth Leader Bessie Petr for their monthly meeting. Sister Petr invited us all to come and enjoy Christmas snacks as we worked on our annual Scottish-Rite tray ornaments. We also held our monthly meeting. The meeting was brought to order by President Scott Cowan with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence following. Minutes were read, old and new business discussed, and other committee reports were given before we adjourned.

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Our next meeting and social is scheduled for Saturday, January 7, 2012, at What-A-Burger after we finish with our community service project at Buckner Home to undecorate. Fraternally, Elisabeth Cowan Vice President —SPJST—

Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club reports on activities

Dear Readers, On Thursday, December 15, 2011, the youth held their monthly meeting at the home of Youth Leader Bessie Petr. We worked on tray ornaments for Scottish-Rite Hospital. Thank you, Mama Bessie, for the delicious treats you served while we were there. We briefly discussed the mother lodge Christmas party held the previ-

Lodge 25, Ennis Welcomes New Youth Club Member

KENNEDY BALLEW

Lodge 25, Ennis welcomes Kennedy Ballew, age nine, to the youth club. She is the daughter of Crystal Ballew. Her family includes Brian, Maison, Madison, and Austen Holland. Kennedy enjoys dancing and singing. She is in the fourth grade at Dorie Miller. She attends St. John Catholic Church and participates in Youth Ministry Organization. Kennedy says, “I can’t wait to go to camp and participate in YAD.” —SPJST—

ous Sunday before getting on to new business. The youth are scheduled to meet at The Buckner Home on Saturday January 7 at 9 a.m. to help take down the Christmas decorations. Once that has been completed, we will meet at the What-A-Burger for our January meeting and social. We will also be making plans to go to St. Joseph’s Nursing Home in February for our annual Valentine’s visit with meeting to follow. March plans are still up in the air, so be watching for a letter from me with information! Fraternally, Scott Cowan, President —SPJST—

Lodge 187 Round Rock Youth Club sets new year outing

The responses are in already. The 2012 new year youth outing and youth membership rally date is set for Friday, January 13 at Austin Sports Arena for a rolling skating fun time. Time is from 6 to 10 p.m., and pizza will be delivered to Austin Sports Arena by Austin Pizza for all to enjoy. Please RSVP by January 11 via email jsupak@gmail.com with a list of names and how many skaters and guests. I want to make sure that there is enough pizza ordered and space availability. Austin Sports Arena is located at 3918 Gattis School Road in Round Rock, Texas 78664-8023. The phone is (512) 251-7500. Blessings to all, Jennifer McCarthy Youth Leader/Reporter —SPJST—

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Lodge 202, Jourdanton youth: Sammy succeeds!

Recently, I competed at the 2011 NFL Novice Debate Tournament held at St. Mary’s Hall in San Antonio. This is my first year in debate, and this was only my second competition after several months of preparation. I was scheduled to compete with an upper classman in P u b l i c Forum, but there was a last minute change. My new partner was a freshman. We were a little nervous knowing we had to compete against more experienced teams but knew we had trained hard. We finished the tournament winning three of four matches – good enough to finish in third place, which qualified us for a tournament at Harvard. I stayed for the awards ceremony held for first place finishers and was shocked to hear my name called. Although we finished third as a team, I was named top speaker of my division and awarded an Outstanding Debater award. I am busy preparing for my next tournament and look forward to the possibility of going to Harvard. Fraternally, Sammy Hoggard Vice President —SPJST—

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Lodge 202 Jourdanton youth: if a picture says a thousand words . . .

. . . I’ve said 10 million. This year, I am enjoying combining my love of photography with school. I signed up for yearbook class and that placed me in the middle of many school activities. I enjoy “press” privileges on the sidelines of sporting events; the cheerleaders always have a smile and pose for me; and I get to interview students for surveys and quotes to add to the yearbook. Since I have my own professional camera, I am always catching candid shots of the life of a Churchill High School student. I am enjoying working with layout and design and influencing the book that will define many students’ memories of high school. I just purchased a “fish eye” for my camera with my Christmas money so I have been experimenting with my new capabilities.

This is a picture of Christmas lights on the San Antonio Riverwalk with my new “fish eye.”

Keep smiling – because I’m still clicking! Fraternally, Lane Hoggard, President —SPJST—

2011-2012 SPJST Youth Clubsʼ Second Quarterly Report

September • October • November

Includes Reports Received by December 15 Deadline Date.

District One

Average Total Lodge Name Attendance Disbursement Attendance 9 Snook 114 $228 38 17 New Tabor 72 $144 24 186 Caldwell 34 $ 68 11 District One Average Attendance - 73

Lodge 202 Jourdanton youth selected for special program

Mom asked me to get the mail, and as I glanced through it, I noticed an envelope from the middle school addressed to “The Parent of Amanda Hoggard.” I stared at the words in confusion. I couldn’t think of any reason the school would be writing my mother. I asked Mom if I could open it. When she nodded, I tore into it and began to read outloud. The letter stated that I was qualified to participate in the Duke University Talent Identification Program Seventh Grade Talent Search based on my performance in the 95th percentile for my reading TAKS scores. As part of the program, they provide specialized training for preparing for the SAT exam and request that I take the SAT college entrance exam during my seventh grade year. The program will then provide customized help in preparing for the SAT that counts for college admission. I am so excited to be taking the exam and preparing for my future. It is a real honor to be recognized in reading and have such an opportunity. Fraternally, Amanda Hoggard —SPJST—

District Two

18 20 24 47 48 80 87 187 246

Elgin 15 $ 30 Granger 33 $ 66 Cyclone 40 $ 80 Seaton 69 $138 Beyersville 36 $ 72 Holland 21 $ 42 Temple 22 $ 44 Round Rock 21 $ 42 Morgan’s Point 21 $ 42 District Two Average Attendance - 92

5 11 13 23 12 7 7 7 7

6 25 84 154 183 204

Cottonwood 23 $ 46 Ennis 50 $100 Dallas 13 $ 0* Fort Worth 47 $ 94 Arlington 27 $ 54 Stephenville 18 $ 36 District Three Average Attendance - 60

8 17 4 16 9 6

49 215

Rowena 33 $ 66 South Plains 12 $ 0* District Four Average Attendance - 15

11 4

88 142 162

Houston 34 $ 68 Houston 12 $ 0* lowa Colony 19 $ 38 District Five Average Attendance - 20

9 5 6

Taiton 37 $ 74 Victoria 15 $ 30 El Campo-Hillje 24 $ 48 District Six Average Attendance - 27

12 4 11

Corpus Christi 4 $ 0* New Braunfels 52 $104 Jourdanton 40 $ 80 District Seven Average Attendance - 32

2 17 13

30 32 40 79 185 202

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District Four District Five

District Six

District Seven

State First Average Attendance - 319

* Youth clubs with an average of less than five active members do not receive any funds during the quarter.

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BENEVOLENCE

ROČNÍK 100 CISLO 2

Učme se Česky Let us Study Czech Lekce druhá Lesson 2

The following are short sentences using the letters of the Czech alphabet, plus some others, using combinations of letters. Read them slowly, carefully, and out loud. Get your parents, grandparents, relatives, or friends to help you with the pronunciation. Do them together. Clip and save each lesson, and compile them into notebook form, if you desire. Set aside a regular time each week for the study of these lessons.

a—Anna dostala malou panenku. á—Má máma má málo máku. b—Bratr běhal venku bez kabátu. c—Cihláři dělaji cihly v cihelně. č—U kočárku jsou čtyři kolečka. d—Pod dubem ležely dva žaludy. ď—Pojď se podívat na loď. e—Ten pekař peče chutné pečivo. é—Lékař léči nemocného. ě—Věra pověděla tetě o smetaně. f—František koupil na farmě fazole. g—Olga našla novou gumu. h—Honza dlouho hledal hrábě. ch—Chlapec chytal mouchy. i—Indián si koupil inkoust. í—Na píšťalu se píská. j—Jeden jelen je u jezera. k—Koza okousala krásný keř. l—Lampa stála na stole. m—My máme mnoho malých mís. n—Naše maminka nemá náušnice. ň—Kůň se díval na stráň. o—On chodil okolo našeho domu. ó—Ó, jak jsem se polekal! ou—Soused koupil kousek louky.

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p—Petr poslal psaní panu Pavlíkovi. r—Sestra Růženka roztrhala zástěru. ř—Rybář potkal mylnáře u řeky. s—Sousedka nese maso, máslo a sádlo. š—Šest hochů se sešlo u školy. t—Teta dostala starý kabát. ť—Obrať se, je zde labuť ! u—U domu je hromada uhlí. ú—V únoru bylo údolí pod sněhem. ů—Růžena půjde domů pro růže. Těch hochů je hodně. v—Nam vitr foukal velmi volno. y—Všechny louky u řeky se zelenaly. ý—Malý Karlík dostal zlatý prstýnek. z—Zajíc si pochutnal na zelí. ž—Božena spatřila žábu u louže. bě—Obě děvčata běžela do školy. vě—Dvě a dvě jsou čtyři. pě—Jdi pěkně po pěšině. mě—Bratr měl jít do města. dě—Děti se těšily na neděli. tě—Malé kotě spalo v botě. ně—Někdo odvázal naše koně. di—Já jsem byl hodinu v divadle. ti—Ti vojáci tiše odešli. ni—Oni nikohoi neviděli. dí—Dítě se dívalo na obrázky. tí—Frantík utíká domů. ní—Na chodníku neni žádný sníh. Read the following verse together, and see if you can translate it. What new words do you see? Look up their meanings. Říkadlo Až příjde leden, za kamna vlezem až příjde duben, ještě tam budem; až příjde máj, půjdeme v háj! —SPJST—

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Czech Cultural Calendar

Wednesday Evening Czech Language Class (extemporaneous)—at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home, No. 1, Taylor, 500 East Lake Drive, Taylor, 6 to approximately 8 p.m. Informal gathering for the purpose of listening to Czech, and reading and speaking Czech. Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center Hours—Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., or by appointment. For information, call the Museum (254) 899-2935.

Club Road, Fort Worth: Welcome reception begins at 5 p.m.; steak/chicken dinner at 6 p.m.; program follows - speakers, Sokol style show/video presentation, Sokol history, membership awards, personal remarks, prize drawing, silent auction. If you have an item or service that you would like to donate for the silent auction, contact Jerry Milan by email jerrysokol@aol.com; or call (817) 946-1135. For dinner price and tickets, email sokoldinner@yahoo.com.

After January 11 “Where There is Beauty” - Historic Granger, Texas Photo Exhibit—at S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Center, 505 East Lake Drive, Taylor, Texas. Sponsored by Williamson Museum. Photos from the Museumʼs collection, chronicling Grangerʼs past including those of Jno. P. Trlica. (Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue in Georgetown offers free admission and is open Wednesday through Saturday, 12 noon to 6 p.m.). For information, contact Williamson Museum (512) 9431670; or visit www.williamsonmuseum.org.

Through February 5 New Formations: Czech AvantGarde Art and Modern Glass from the Roy and Mary Cullen Collection—at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston (MFAH): exhibit features more than 150 Czech avant-garde works. For information, call (713) 6397300. Submitted by Effie Rosene, CCHM Chairman/CEO, Lodge 232, Mid-Houston.

January 29 Penelope Parish Hall Polka Mass— in Penelope, Texas, (northeast of West in Hill County): mass - 11 a.m.; dinner - 12 noon; dance - 1 to 5 p.m. with Jodie Mikula; concessions, snacks, sodas available. For information, call (254) 533-2309. Submitted by Dorothy Machac, Lodge 6, Cottonwood.

January 27 Sokol Fort Worth 100 Year Anniversary Celebration—Reunion Meet and Greet, 6 to 10 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth. Available for viewing - Sokol memorabilia, photos, and videos; reminisce with Sokol classmates. For information, call (817) 237-5181.

January 28 Sokol Fort Worth 100 Year Anniversary Celebration—Dinner, Program, Silent Auction at Sokol Hall, 6500 Boat

January 29 Sokol Fort Worth 100 Year Anniversary Celebration—Panoramic Photo/Gymnastics Exhibition/Farewell Social at Sokol Hall, 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth, 2 p.m.: gymnastics exhibition after a panoramic photo is taken of all anniversary celebration attendees. After the exhibition, “Czech out” the photos, videos, and memorabilia. Bring your photos and Sokol memorabilia to share. For information, call (817) 237-5181.

February 10 Fort Bend County CHS Soup Supper—at SPJST Lodge 81, Needville Hall, Needville, Texas.

February 19 Czech Music Museum of Texas Grand Opening—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange, Texas. Contact TCHCC (888) 7854500 for information. —SPJST—

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Exhibition explores Art Nouveau and the Czech artist who inspired others

More than 230 rare works by one of the world’s most famous artists will be on view for the opening exhibition beginning July 14, 2012, at the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library (http://www.ncsml.org/) in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Alphonse Mucha: Inspirations of Art Nouveau, features paintings, jewelry, sculptures, and lithographs, is coming direct from the Mucha Foundation in Prague and London. Not since 1999 has an exhibit of this size and caliber appeared in the United States, and it is the first of its type to appear in the Midwest region. “We have been working with the Mucha Foundation for more than a year to bring this stunning exhibit to the U.S., and we are particularly thrilled that it will be the inaugural exhibition for the opening of this national museum,” said President/CEO Gail Naughton. “This is a once-in-alifetime opportunity to view the lush beauty of Mucha’s flowing, elegant artwork, which is recognized by people all over the world.” Alphonse Mucha: Inspirations of Art Nouveau is divided into six sections and explores Mucha not just as the father of art nouveau, but also Mucha’s Moravian roots, his family, his photography and his devotion to the Slav people. The featured artist, Alphonse Maria Mucha (1860-1939), is most often remembered for the prominent role he played at the turn of the century in the shaping of art nouveau. He was born in Ivančice, Moravia; worked as a painter and studied art in Austria and Germany, before moving to Paris in 1887. Art nouveau is French for “new art,” which influenced much of the decorative arts during the mid 1880s to 1910. Not only glassware, jewelry, painting, textiles, and pottery but also graphic work and architecture were transformed by the wave of this modern style. Artists at the time drew their inspiration from both organic and geometric forms to develop a sumptuous yet natural approach united by its distinctive curvilinear elements. In 1910, Mucha returned to Moravia, where he dedicated the remainder of his life producing the Slav Epic, a series of 20 paintings depict-

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ing the history of the Slav people. Visitors to the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library will be able to enjoy the exhibition through December 31, 2012, after which many of the artworks will travel to Japan. Samples of the works included are:

Gismonda, 1894, color lithograph • This is one of Mucha’s most important works. It was his first poster of the actress Sarah Bernhardt and shot him to overnight fame in Paris. It revolutionized poster design with its long narrow shape, muted colors and the near life-size image of the “Divine Sarah.” Parisians paid poster hangers for copies, or simply stole the posters right off the streets. Sarah Bernhardt was so pleased with Mucha’s work that she offered him a five year contract to produce posters as well as stage and costume designs. La Dame aux Camellias, 1896, color lithograph • Sarah Bernhardt starred in the play by Alexandre Dumas. The English translation is Camille. White camellia flowers dominate the design.

Princess Hyacinth, 1911, color lithograph • The poster advertised a ballet starring Andula Sedláčková, who posed as the model. The ballet tells the story of a blacksmith who dreams his daughter is a princess kidnapped by a sorcerer. Mucha incorporated the tools of the blacksmith, a crown, the instruments of sorcery, and hyacinths in the design.

Moravian Teachers Choir, 1911, color lithograph • The Moravian Teachers Choir performed many types of songs, including folk music by Moravian composer Leoš Janáček. Mucha and Janáček knew each other as boys. The girl in the poster wears a folk costume from Kyjov, Moravia. Self Portrait, c.1898 • Mucha was an avid photographer. He took documentary shots of street life in Munich, Paris and Moscow; portraits of family and friends; landscape studies; and studies of models to inform later paintings. In this photograph, Mucha wears a Russian shirt, an example of his passion for Slavic motifs.

Primrose and Feather, 1899 • La Primevere (The Primrose) and La Plume (The Feather) comprise one

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of Mucha’s best panel sets. The figures are symbolic complete with the artist’s customary halos around their heads and diadems in their hair.

For more information on the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library please visit www.ncsml.org. —SPJST—

Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship invites applicants

The Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship is a $500 scholarship granted by The Czech Heritage Society of Texas to a graduating Texas high school senior. The money is given to the recipient upon proof of registration in a four-year program of studies at a college or university. The applicant must submit the following: 1. A copy of his or her high school transcript.

2. Two letters of recommendation. One should be from a high school teacher attesting to the student's academic promise. The other should be from an adult attesting to the student's interest in Czech culture.

3. A 200-word autobiography (Times New Roman font, 14 point, one-inch margins on a separate sheet of paper.)

ways in which he or she has had contact with Czech culture. The list should be in order of importance, with the first item as the most important. Even seemingly small things may be included, such as learning how to make kolaches or visiting Czech festivals. (Times New Roman font, 14 point, one inch margins on a separate sheet of paper. A line should be skipped between each numbered item in the list.)

6. An original 300-word essay. Topic may be either: A Family Member Who Represents Czech Heritage or A Family Member Who Contributed to the Czech Heritage in the United States. (Times New Roman font,14 point, one inch margins on a separate sheet of paper.)

7. A cover sheet including the student's name, address, phone number, and high school's name, address and phone number.

All items must be submitted together in one envelope postmarked no later than February 28, 2012, and send to: The Czech Heritage Society of Texas Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship Pat Parma 3311 Carolina Way Richmond, Texas 77406-9680 —SPJST—

4. A 100-word statement explaining what he or she plans to study in college or at the university, and what he or she plans to do in terms of a career. (Times New Roman font, 14 point, one inch margins on a separate sheet of paper) 5. A list briefly explaining up to ten

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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment

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

LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Hall Rental Information: (979) 966-3795. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of even-numbered months February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Potluck served after meeting. Youth Club Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room, 107 East Park Street, Hallettsville. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room.

LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA (3) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. at PointBank Community Center, 739 East Liberty Street, Pilot Point. For directions/meeting information, contact Brian Heitzman (940) 686-4429; or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Friday, January 20—Social night, 6 p.m.; Trustee meeting Friday, February 3—Social night, 6 p.m. Sunday, February 5—Lodge 6 Meeting, 2 p.m.; installation of officers Friday, February 17—Social night, 6 p.m.

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) 8260005. 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) Sunday, January 15—Texas Legacy Czech Band, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person Saturday, February 4—Peopleʼs Choice, country western/mix music, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. $7/person Sunday, February 12—Valentine Dance: Dujka Brothers, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person

Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534; band bookings-Artie Monson (512) 281-3711; Hall phone: (512) 285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West 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, January 28—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) 985-2484; Hall phone: (254) 985-2393; wmmike@peoplepc.com. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Visit www.spjstflaghall.com.

LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. 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) 8758381. 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.

Friday, January 20—The Lawmen, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, January 25—Music by Bobby Jay Five Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, January 27—Edward Kopeckyʼs Czech Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m. All 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.; old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.; Senior Citizensʼ Dominoes: First Wednesday of the month, 2 p.m.

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) 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 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 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 29, TAYLOR (2) Wednesday, January 11—Lodge meeting at 6:30 p.m. Live music by the Bobby Jay five Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, January 13—Texas Pioneers, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday, 6 to 9 p.m.

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

LODGE 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 47, SEATON (2) Saturday, January 14—Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5, 7 to 11 p.m.

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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) 3653733. 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. 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.

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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, January 14—River Road Boys, country/western swing. $8 per person Saturday, January 21—Larry Jansen Orchestra. Big band music. *Dress Code. $12 per person Saturday, January 28—Ennis Czech Boys, polka/variety. $8 per person Saturday, February 4—Moonglow Orchestra. Big band music. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, February 11—Bobby Layne Orchestra. Big band music. *Dress Code. $12 per person Sunday, February 12—Lodge 88 Anniversary: Fabulous Six. Polka/variety, 2 to 6 p.m. $8 per person Saturday, February 18—Barefoot Becky and the Ivanhoe Dutchmen. Polka/variety. $8 per person

All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. Beer, set-ups, soda, and ice sold at bar. Please do not bring from outside. *Dress code dances: evening attire for ladies and gentlemen. Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Highway 290—Take Magnum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall Rental Information: 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) Saturday, January 28—Metro Dance Club: Russ Dorsey. Swingtime Sunday, February 19—Becky and the Ivanhoe Dutchmen. 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday, February 25—Metro Dance Club: Winston Barney. Swingtime

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) 8262670/email mvrla@sbcglobal.net; or Sales Agent John Vrla (214) 906-3385/email jvrla@cebridge.net.

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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 at 7 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle Drive, Sealy, Texas.

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.

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 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 169, BRENHAM (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday of February, April, June, August, and October, 7 p.m. and the first Sunday of December at Bilskiʼs Camphouse, 2577 Old Chappell Hill Road, Brenham.

LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Saturday, January 28—Variety Dance/Frank Saturday, February 4—Mission Texas Saturday, February 25—Variety Dance/Frank

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Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Hall Rental Information: Jo (713) 993-6878; Hall Phone: (281) 487-3297. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of January through October, 1 p.m. at the lodge hall with the exception of November and December. Executive Board/Trustees Meetings and Workdays: First Monday of each month, (unless the first Monday is a holiday) at 2 p.m. Dances: Held the first Saturday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Variety Dances: 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) 9824530. 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) 2953483; (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) 4658538; (214) 876-9029. 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) 6258262 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. 1-7420733095-41002.

LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy. 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. 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 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at Charles Mundayʼs office, 416 Oak Street, Bryan (behind the Kettle Restaurant on Texas Avenue).

LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Street, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information: (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 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) 3739482. 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) 7272048 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) 8293377 for meeting date/time/location. LODGE 246, MORGANʼS POINT (2) Lodge Meetings: First Monday of each month at Best Quality Meats and Sausage Shop, 2610 South General Bruce Drive, Temple. Meal at 6 p.m. followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m. For information, contact President James Lee (254) 289-6816. 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 China Buffett, 2001 Katy Mills Boulevard, Katy.

LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) 0Lodge 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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info@spjst.org We are proud of our loyal members who have been part of SPJST for many generations. We are seeking to recognize 100 Percent SPJST Families with photos to be published in the Vestnik. Everyone in the photo must be an SPJST member. Families will be categorized as: One Generation - Just Starting Two Generations - Moving on Up Three Generations - Making the Leap Four Generations - Reaching New Heights Five Generations - The Ultimate Goal All five generation families will be published on the front page in future Vestnik issues. Mail your photo with names of individuals and lodge number(s) to: SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny PO Box 100 â&#x20AC;˘ Temple, Texas 76503-0100 Or email photo and names to melaniez@vvm.com Individuals must be living at time of submission.