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S P J S T Benevolence
H E R A L D
Humanity ISSN —07458800
Brotherhood
Fraternal Bowling Tournament: February 11 in New Braunfels
SPJST bowlers will compete with members from several other Texas fraternals in the Eighth Annual Fraternal Alliance of Texas Bowling Tournament set for Saturday, February 11 at Fiesta Lanes in New Braunfels, Texas. Fiesta Lanes is located behind HEB at 1202 Huisache Avenue. Teams will consist of five members—any combination of men and women, and each participant will bowl three games in the tournament, which begins at 12 noon. Individual entries will be accepted (you do not have to have a full team in order to enter the tournament). And, lodges may enter multiple teams. Pre-registration is $20 per bowler, or $100 per team of five before February 3. Walk-ins will be accepted from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on the day of the tournament provided lanes are available. The cost for walk-ins will also be $20 per person. Bowlers must be a member, at least 16 years of age, in good standing of one of the fraternal organizations participating in the tournament. Awards will be presented to the top three males and top three females for
high series and high game. Winning organization will be determined by pin fall. The total pin fall for each organization will be divided by the total number of participants for that organization to determine an average for the three games bowled. The organization with the highest average will be declared the winner. Proceeds from the tournament and a silent auction will go to the Fraternal Alliance of Texas Scholarship Fund. Active graduating high school senior members of a fraternal belonging to Fraternal Alliance of Texas are currently eligible to apply for the scholarship. Special Valentine’s Day silent auction items and door prizes will be awarded. Gift items for the silent auction will be appreciated. For more information about the tournament, contact State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Chester Jenke (210) 413-3053 or Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez (800) 727-7578. Forms are available online at www.spjst.org in the fraternal section. Tournament registration can also be completed online. —SPJST—
January 25, 2012
Bowling Fun
Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club member Kylie Posvar and her grandmother Nancy Posvar, also of Lodge 24, are pictured at the youth club’s Christmas party held at Mel’s Bowling in Georgetown on December 11. Youth and adults enjoyed pizza and bowling.
Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club members and adults gathered at El Campo Bowling Center for their January meeting. Waiting to bowl are Lauren and Emily Kresta and Myles Svatek.
Deadline for Vestnik Valentines is Tuesday, January 31. See back page for details.
Awards Banquet Schedule .................2 Important Dates ...................................3 Interest Rates.......................................3 Readers Write ......................................3 Convention Corner..............................4 Lodge Section......................................5
Inside This Week’s Vestnik
Youth Section ....................................14 In Memoriam ......................................18 Czech Culture ....................................20 Advertisements..................................21 Lodge Calendar .................................22 Vestnik Valentine Form.....................24
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Lodge 79 Corpus Christi member delivers commencement address
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Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station members gather for Christmas
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Lodge 24 Cyclone past youth leader recognized
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
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, Pleasan78064 • (210) 535-4916 - email: ton, Texas poohbear78064@hotmail.com
BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Richard Ford, 2392 CR 424, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-1451 - email: dimebox5@aol.com District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Texas 78615 - (512) 365-2000 - (512) 848-2416/cell - email: RonnieR1056@yahoo.com District Three - Kay Lynn Kovar, 3303 West Lake Bardwell Drive, Ennis, Texas 75119 - (972) 875-6827 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 this Saturday
We will celebrate and recognize the 2011 local lodge fraternal-
ists of the year, winning lodges and youth clubs, district recruiters, and sales agents this Saturday, January 28 at the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center in Temple for the 2012 SPJST Awards Banquet. The Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center is located on I-35 at 3303 North 3rd Street in Temple. The day’s schedule is: 12 noon - Doors open 1 p.m. - Welcome “Using Vision and Values to Build a High Performance Fraternal” by Stuart Buchanan, Chairman American Fraternal Alliance Awards Presentations Banquet Dinner Barbecue Beef, Sausage, Chicken, and Trimmings Door Prize Drawing
Cash bar and concession will be open throughout the banquet. The banquet’s theme is “Tribute 2012” which honors SPJST’s 115th birthday and the Vestnik’s 100th year.
Convention Corner Thanks to By-Law Committee Secretary for a great idea that debuts in this week’s Vestnik on page four. Beverly and the By-Law Committee suggested “Convention Corner” that will include “all things convention.” Be sure to check out this section for important news and deadlines related to the 31st SPJST Convention set for June 11 to 13.
New Mortgage Rates Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska shared exciting news on mortgage rates recently. Members with high interest rate
SPJST mortgage loans have an opportunity to have their interest rate modified to the interest rate currently offered. The loan must be current with all payments and taxes be paid to date. The modification program is currently available until March 31, 2012. There are no closing costs or fees for modifying a qualifying SPJST mortgage. Residential mortgages with maturities up to 20 years can be modified to 4.75 percent. Residential mortgages with terms over 20 years can be modified to 5 percent. There is also an offer to modify rates on SPJST farm and commercial mortgage loans to rates offered on new farm and commercial mortgage loans. For information, call the SPJST Mortgage Loan Department (254) 773-1575 or email annp@spjst.com. Be sure to take advantage of this special offer before it expires on March 31, 2012.
Committee Meetings On January 14, the Finance, Insurance, and Publication Committees met at the Home Office, and the By-Law Committee met on January 15. The committees are preparing for the upcoming convention. The Publication Committee presented several recommendations to the Supreme Lodge last week. One of these recommendations includes publishing a special Vestnik this year that will commemorate SPJST’s 115th year and the Vestnik’s 100th year. We will soon be asking each lodge to help us to update their history to be included in this special edition. So please start compiling your data and information! More details in next week’s Vestnik. Happy birthday, SPJST! Happy birthday, Vestnik! —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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Readers Write
Cookbook collector says latest cookbook is one of her favorites
I received your cookbook for my birthday from my brother Edwin and his wife Peggy of Lake Jackson. I have two large bookcases of recipe books, but this one is one of my
favorites. I was raised at El Campo and see recipes in there from El Campo, Hillje, Taiton Seguin, and other familiar places and names. My daughter Dr. Pam Tackett loves cooking and is a collector also. So I know she will enjoy the book, too. Thank you’ll! Edith Laird Johnson —SPJST—
SPJST State Tarok Tournament February 4 at Lodge 17, New Tabor From the Fraternal Department
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—
Family Fun and Important Dates
Jan. 28
SPJST State Awards Banquet Mayborn Civic and Convention Center, Temple Jan. 31 Deadline to Submit Vestnik Valentines Feb. 1 SPJST Scholarship Application Submission Deadline Feb. 4 SPJST State Tarok Tournament Lodge 17, New Tabor Feb. 11 Texas Fraternal Bowling Tournament Fiesta Lanes in New Braunfels Feb. 11 District Two Skating Party Wheelʼs Family Skate Center, Temple Feb. 11 Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Valentine Dance (1) Feb. 12 District Three Delegatesʼ Meeting • Lodge 25, Ennis Feb. 12 Lodge 48, Beyersville Turkey Shoot (2) Feb. 12 Lodge 88, Houston Anniversary Day (5) Feb. 20 Presidentsʼ Day • SPJST Home Office Closed Feb. 25 Youth Development Workshop • SPJST Home Office Feb. 26 Lodge 32, Victoria Polka Fest • Inez Hall (6) March 3 State Straight Domino Tournament • Lodge 47, Seaton March 3 Lodge 29, Taylor Auction Fundraiser (2) March 4 District Six Spring Meeting • Lodge 23, Moravia March 11 Daylight Saving Time Begins March 11 District Seven Spring Meeting • Lodge 107, Floresville March 18 District Two Spring Meeting • Lodge 48, Beyersville March 24-25 Youth Leaders Workshop • Cooper Farm March 31 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive Ends March 31 Lodge 48, Beyersville Kolache Bake (2) March 31 Lodge 88, Houston Easter Party (5) April 7 State 42 Domino Tournament hosted by Lodge 6, Cottonwood
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CONVENTION O R N E R June 11 to 13, 2012 Killeen Civic and Conference Center 3601 South W.S. Young Drive Killeen, Texas 76542
31st SPJST Convention
Deadline to submit recommendations to By-Law and Finance Committees is 60 days before the convention — April 12.
From the By-Law Committee
The By-Law Committee is currently accepting recommendations for changes to the Proposed Recommendations for By-Laws and SPJST Operations Manual as submitted by the SPJST Structure Committee and the bylaws as voted on in the 2008 Convention. Please review said articles and submit your recommendations to By-Law Secretary Beverly J. Teplicek or to your District By-Law Representative. All District By-Law representatives that are listed on page two of the Vestnik. Recommendations can be mailed, U.S. Postal Service, faxed, or emailed. All recommendations must be dated and signed along with your lodge name and number. Beverly J. Teplicek, Secretary By-Law Committee
Editor’s Note: The document “Proposed Recommendations for By-Laws and SPJST Operations Manual” from the Structure Committee was published in the September 28, 2011, Vestnik on pages 5 to 21. A copy can also be viewed and/or downloaded from www.spjst.org in the Convention section. —SPJST—
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By-Law District Three Recommendation to host Feb. 12 delegate meeting By-Law Recommendations Submitted by Insurance Committee January 14, 2012
Article 37 (c) Delete second sentence to end of paragraph. Add: Must notify the local lodge officers of the appointment of a new sales agent for that lodge. Add: (d) Administers sales agents contracts and insures that duties and responsibilities in contract are fulfilled.
Reason: Most of Article 37. (c) deals with sales agents responsibilities and Article 37 is detailing duties of Vice President. Duties of sales agents are outlined in agent contracts and should not be part of our by-laws. Susan Skrabanek, Chairman District One Dolores Skrabanek District Two Helen Hegwood, District Five Jerome Hlavaty, District Six Wendy Pruski, District Seven —SPJST—
District Three By-Law representative resigns
District Three By-Law Committee member Al Kercho of Lodge 92, Fort Worth announced that he is resigning from the committee, effective immediately. Al has served on the By-Law Committee since 2000. Thanks to Brother Al for his dedication to SPJST and service on the committee. The alternate By-Law Committee member from District Three is Kay Lynn Kovar. She will now serve on the By-Law Committee. Kay Lynn is a member of Lodge 25, Ennis. She can be contacted at (972) 875-6827, and her mailing address is 3303 West Lake Bardwell Drive, Ennis, Texas 75119. —SPJST—
Dear District Three Delegates, A meeting is set for Sunday, February 12, 2012, at 2:30 p.m. at Lodge 25, Ennis. All delegates and members are invited and encouraged to attend. Any lodge in District Three that is interested in hosting a delegate meeting is asked to please announce this at the February 12 delegate meeting. For questions or more information, please give me a call (972) 875-6827. Fraternally, Kay Lynn Kovar By-Law Committee District Three —SPJST—
Convention Hotel Information
We have a special rate arrangement with the four hotels listed below. We have blocks of rooms set aside for the convention on a first come, first served basis.
Shilo Inn Suites Hotel 3701 South WS Young Drive Killeen, Texas 76542 (254) 247-3133 (254) 699-0999 $126 (special rate code: SPJST) 150 rooms reserved Hilton Garden Inn 2704 O.W. Curry Drive Killeen, Texas 76542 (254) 554-3900 $ 99 (special rate code: SPJST) (877) 782-9444 30 rooms reserved Hampton Inn 2702 O.W. Curry Drive Killeen, Texas 76542 (254) 554-7110 $89 (special rate code: SPJST) 25 rooms reserved
Comfort Suites 2709 Cunningham Road Killeen, Texas 76542 (254) 634-5560 $70 (special rate code: SPJST) 40 rooms reserved
When making room reservations, please call the hotel direct and be sure
to give them the special rate code which is “SPJST.” Rooms at the listed rates will not be guaranteed after May 31, 2012. All room rates are subject to applicable tax and prices are based on double occupancy. Other hotels near Killeen Civic and Conference Center, but not reserved by SPJST, include: Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham 1502 East Central Texas Expressway Killeen, Texas (254) 634-7795
Days Inn Killeen Mall 1602 East Central Texas Expressway Killeen, Texas (254) 554-2727
Baymont Inn and Suites Killeen 2506 Trimmier Road Killeen, Texas (254) 554-3615 Roomy Suites 2603 East Elms Road Killeen, Texas (254) 200-1900
Executive Inn Suites 1601 East Central Expressway, No. 105 Killeen, Texas (254) 699-4081
Please call Linda Hill at SPJST Home Office (254) 773-1575 if you have any questions about making hotel reservations. Fraternally, Leonard Mikeska Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer —SPJST—
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Lodge 4 Hallettsville reports on January meeting
Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville met on Sunday, January 8, 2012, at the Legion Tap Room at 3 p.m. President Joe Siptak called the meeting to order followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Secretary-Treasurer Helen Zabransky read the minutes to the last meeting and gave the financial report. Correspondence was read. Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus reported on the youth club. Members were reminded that the District Six Spring Meeting will be Sunday, March 4, hosted by Lodge 23, Moravia. Also, the membership voted to hold our lodge meeting on that Sunday. Please take note that our lodge has changed the meeting start time from 2 to 3 p.m.
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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
Door prize winners were Mark Siptak and Gayenell Chudej. The meeting adjourned followed by a delicious lunch and visiting.
Next Meeting—February 12 The next meeting will be Sunday, February 12 at 3 p.m. at the Legion Tap Room. Door prizes will be given, and lunch will be served. Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 9, Snook to host youth valentine dance
Donnie Hejl called the January 4, 2012, meeting to order at 7:20 p.m. Hannah Kovar led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held for Travis Mathis. Ann Schoeneman read the minutes
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of the last meeting, and they stood approved as read. Bonnie Walker gave the FAC report. David Kovar gave the hall manager’s report. Donnie Victorick gave the treasurer’s report. Marie Shelfer gave the youth club report. Present were 36 members, one guest, and 17 adults. The youth club did very well on the quilt raffle. The youth will sponsor a valentine dance on February 11 at the hall. Members voted to have the floors redone on the two stages, two ramps, and restrooms. Donnie Victorick presented a scholarship from Texas Fraternal Alliance to Hannah Kovar of Lodge 9, Snook.
Next Meeting—February 2 There is a change in next month’s meeting. The next meeting will be Thursday, February 2 at 7:30 p.m. The youth club will meet at 6:30 p.m. Come to our meetings and see the improvements that we are making to the hall. James Schoeneman, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 24, Cyclone sets Czechaholics polka dance
Come out and enjoy an evening of good music on Saturday, January 28, 2012, at Lodge 24, Cyclone Flag Hall. Doors open at 6 p.m. Dance from 7 until 11 p.m. Bar and kitchen will be open. Music will be by the Czechaholics. We especially invite members and friends attending the SPJST Awards Banquet to take the short, 15-minute drive east of Temple to Cyclone. We hope to see you all there. Fraternally, Margaret Mikeska, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 24, Cyclone invites all to dance this Saturday
Dear Readers, We invite you to a dance this Saturday, January 28 at Flag Hall in Cyclone. The Czechaholics will be playing so please keep that date in mind. Come out for a nice evening. The kitchen and bar will be open. Fraternally, Theresa Klecka, Reporter —SPJST—
Happy January Birthday, Lodge 6, Cottonwood Members!
District Seven Can Tab Collection Delivered to SPJST Home Office
District Seven Director Bob Bayer, right, presents can tabs collected from District Seven members, American Legion Post 38, Floresville, and KJZT Poth Lodge to State Youth Director Frank Horak and Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez.
Members recognized for January birthdays at the Lodge 6, Cottonwood meeting were, left to right, Ray Perez, Lydia Dobecka, Barbara Hykel, and Al Soukup. Happy birthday! —Submitted by Peggy Dobecka, Secretary
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Lodge 25, Ennis congratulates longtime members
Officers and members of Lodge 25, Ennis met on Thursday, January 12, 2012, at 7 p.m. after we all enjoyed the stew meal prepared by Betty. President Jim opened the meeting with Margaret leading the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held for our deceased lodge members Edwin (Pete) Bishop and Charles Gentry. May they rest in peace. Secretary Patricia read the minutes from our December meeting and the correspondence. The minutes were approved as given. Treasurer Cathy reported on all income and expenses for the month. Financial Secretary Betty gave a report on new members, local memorial fund that was set up, and local dues cards that she will be sending out shortly. Congratulations to Lodge 25 members Mary Hejny who achieves the Grand Age of 96 and to Dorothy M. Kudrna, a 75-year member. Fifty-year honorees are Clayton O. Callaway, Rudolph Cepak, Raymond L Jurica, Judy G. Kubin, Randall J. Malcik, Margaret Martinek, and Robert L. Slovak.
Lodge 35, Elk members to wed
Randy Pavelka and Tammy HydeMartinez, along with their children, are proud to announce their engagement. The couple will be married at Elk Hall on Saturday April 7, 2012. Both are members of SPJST Lodge 35, Elk.
Due to the absence of Youth Leader Rita, the youth report was given by Betty. Thank you to everyone who helped with Adolph Family for Christmas. The family was so thankful for everything.
SPJST Scholarship applications are due on February 1, and the next youth meeting will be at the bowling ally on Sunday, February 5 at 1:30 p.m. Kay Lynn gave her FAC report. The State Progressive 42 Domino Tournament is January 14. State Tarok Tournament is February 4, and Fraternal Alliance Bowling Tournament is February 11. Old and new business was discussed. Jim announced the benefit dinner and dance for Doug Jones on January 28, and he thanked Betty and her crew for the ongoing strudel bake sale that we are still having. Birthdays for the month were Michael Jurik, Mildred Dolezal, and Kenneth Honza. The meeting adjourned. Everyone at the meeting was given a ticket by Tony for a drink of their choice in the club room. Our next meeting will be February 9. The meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. with the meeting at 7 p.m. See you there! Margaret Krajca, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 29, Taylor sets March 3 fundraiser
Lodge 29, Taylor held its first meeting of 2012 on Wednesday, January 11. President Ronnie Rieger led the Pledge of Allegiance. Officer roll call showed Mike Girod absent. The December minutes were read and approved. Tammy Whatley gave the treasurer’s report. Sharon Kaderka informed us of several events coming up soon. She also passed around a collection jar for the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. The hall matched the amount members donated. She read a thank you note from Tommy Talley’s family for the use of the Taylor SPJST Hall for his mother’s funeral dinner. Lyn Rieger talked about the Christmas gifts that SPJST Lodge 29, Tay-
Scenes from Lodge 18, Elgin Christmas Dance
Sunday, December 11, 2011 • Lodge 18, Elgin Hall • Submitted by Irene Vrabel, Reporter
On Sunday, December 11, 2011, the Red Ravens played for our Christmas dance at Lodge 18, Elgin Hall. As you can see, everyone had a great time. The hall was beautiful as Elgin members always do a great job on decorating. —Submitted by Irene Vrabel
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lor, the Riegers, and the Voigts purchased for residents at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 1, Taylor . Each year, the nursing home puts cards for each resident on a Christmas tree. On each card is a wish list from the resident as to what they would like for Christmas. Anyone can go to the nursing home and pick out cards and buy the gifts, and they will be given to the appropriate resident at Christmas time. Linda Pospisil handled the gifts for Granger Villa Skilled Nursing Facility. They wanted craft items for the residents. Their main wish was for a Wii Wheel of Fortune game. Jesse Pospisil gave the property committee report. He also talked about a fundraiser for the Czech Heritage Museum. The drawing will be held at the Convention in June. Bobby Eulenfeld made a motion the hall buy $100 tickets for the fundraiser, and Connie Voigt seconded. Jesse also announced that he is running for District Two Director. Ronnie recognized State Field Representative Hiram Dixon. Hiram announced his bid for SPJST Supreme Lodge Vice President. Jesse signed up new member Kaden Kaderka, grandson of Sharon and Leonard Kaderka. Connie made a motion to accept him, and Edmond Tate seconded. The motion passed. Ronnie announced the annual auction fundraiser will be Saturday, March 3, so we will be selling tickets soon. Senior citizens had seven tables of domino players. Members celebrating birthdays in January include Laverne Eulenfeld, Erwin Meiske, Cristy Girod, Tammy
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Whatley, Leonard Kaderka, Dorothy Markert, Reagan Miller, and Amy Langley. Sharon and Leonard Kaderka brought the door prizes. Ruby and Norris Schroeder volunteered to bring them next month.
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Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Member Delivers Commencement Address
Next Meeting—February 8 The next meeting will be Wednesday, February 8 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting then adjourned. Fraternally submitted, Linda Pospisil Secretary-Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 30, Taiton hosts New Yearʼs bowling social
Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 30, Taiton hosted a New Year’s bowling social on December 29, 2011, at El Campo Bowling Center. Members enjoyed visiting and bowling after the regular monthly meeting. President Yvonne Marcaurele called the meeting to order at 6:20 p.m. Youth members present led the Pledge of Allegiance, and a moment of silence was observed for any sick or departed members. Secretary Wanda Dorotik was unable to attend so attendance was recorded. Lisa Bubela made a motion to dispense with the reading of the minutes. Vice President Debbie Krpec then read a thank you note from David and
Lodge 51, Ellinger Supports A.M.E.N
Lodge 51, Ellinger presented $100 to Area Ministries for Emergency Needs (A.M.E.N.) located in La Grange. Lodge 51 Secretary/Treasurer Jo Ann Divin presents a check to Michael Smalley, a representative of A.M.E.N.
Stephanie Rinaldi gave the commencement address to the graduating class at Sul Ross State University-Rio Grande College on December 17, 2011. Stephanie is the founder of QuadRin Land and Energy Services Inc. She is the daughter of Mark and Virginia Rebecek, and they are all members of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi.
Melanie Zavodny Nauert. 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 Awards Banquet will be held at the Mayborn Convention Center in Temple on January 28. He also reminded high school seniors to complete their scholarship applications. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela reported on the comings and goings of our
youth club. She reminded members of the upcoming dates for the youth club. She also informed the members of the upcoming youth training to be held in February at Temple. State Field Representative Karen Kaspar then took a few moments to thank all members for continuing to grow SPJST. Happy birthday was wished to Tria Svatek. Happy anniversary was wished to Tim and Sarah Kresta for 14 years and Karen and Leroy Kaspar for 36 years of wedded bliss. We hope that many
Santa’s Elves Help with Christmas Bingo at Lodge 80, Holland
SPJST Lodge 80, Holland had a great time with Christmas bingo in December. Pictured are, left to right, Risa, Victoria, and Cyril Pajestka, and Mary Mowdy. 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.
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Next Meeting—February 5 Our next meeting will be on Sunday, February 5 at Taiton Community Center. The adult meeting will begin at 1:30 p.m. with the youth meeting at 2:30 p.m. The meeting was adjourned by President Yvonne Marcaurele. Members then enjoyed visiting and eating appetizers while the youth bowled. Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 32, Victoria meeting date changes to Feb. 16
I’m sure by now all the Christmas decorations have been put away, and the diets have started. Hopefully, no broken resolutions yet! Please note—the February meeting date has been changed. Mark your calendars for one week later. We will meet on Thursday, February 16 at 6:30 p.m. This is for February only—then we’ll be back to our second Thursday of the month. We will make final preparations for our Polka-Waltz Fest on Sunday, Feb-
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ruary 26. Please join us at Inez Hall. Doors open at 11 a.m. with music by The Dujka Brothers and Red Ravens Band from 1 to 6 p.m. Of course, we’ll have plenty of kolaches for sale, and the snack bar will be open. Mark your calendars and make a day of it— you’ll be glad you did! Fraternally, Kathy Ahlstrom FAC/Reporter —SPJST—
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100 Percent SPJST Family - Four Generations SPJST proudly salutes this 100 Percent SPJST Family. They are, Elsie Zalesky, back, center; son Garry Zalesky and wife Myriam; granddaughter Natalie Zalesky, seated; and great-grandchildren Tyler Parker and Kinsley Parker, in chair, and Cheyenne Parker, on floor. They are all members of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston.
Lodge 35, Elk gives to local fire departments
Lodge 35, Elk held its monthly meeting on January 8, 2012, at 3:18 p.m. The Pledge was recited by officers, members, and guests. A moment of silence was held for the loss of two of our members: Joe Tepe and Dossie Earl Milner. Secretary Carla Pavelka read the minutes of the December meeting, and they were approved as read. Treasurer Barbara Pavelka gave her report, and it also was approved as read. Floor Chairman Gene Pavelka said that he had a great month with a great turn in.
Lodge 183, Arlington Announces 2012 Officers
Lodge 183, Arlington installed its 2012 officers and trustees recently. They are, seated, left to right, President Ann Pustejovsky, First Vice President/Trustee Ella Mikeska, Second Vice President Dorothy Adamek, Treasurer Annette Cepak, and Financial Secretary Angeline Stiborek. Back: Second from left to right, Secretary/Reporter Darlene Hollingsworth, Fraternal Activities Coordinator Debra Daniel, Youth Leader Kay Gerlich Weeks, and Trustees Raymond Mikeska, Kathy Fitzgerald, and Rita Mardis. The officers and trustees were installed by Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, pictured far left.
Bar Chairman Randy Pavelka gave his report with not having a great month. A $50 donation was made to Friedens E&R United Church of Christ in Riesel, Texas, in and memory of Herman Joe Tepe. District Three Director Johnnie Krizan was our guest. He congratulated us on our Saturday night dances, the weddings that we book, and the family atmosphere in the hall. He also spoke about the Universal Life insurance certificate. Thanks to Wanda Sebik for presenting our donation of $200 to the VFW Wall of Honor at its monthly breakfast. A motion was made by Gene Pavelka to donate $100 to four local fire departments in our area. They are Hallsburg VFD, Mart VFD, Leroy VFD, and Elk VFD. It was seconded by Walter Kubitza. Motion carried. Celebrating birthdays in January are Freddie Kubitza on the 27th and Wanda Sebik on the 24th. May they have a wonderful day and have many more happy and healthy days to come. Thank you, Johnnie, for the door prizes. It is so much fun to win a door prize. We appreciate it very much. After the meeting was adjourned, Johnnie installed our 2012 officers. The meeting was adjourned at 4 p.m. We all enjoyed a barbecue supper and fellowship after the meeting. Thanks to those who brought food and
for your work.
Next Meeting—February 8 The next meeting is February 8 at 7 p.m. Fraternally yours, Janie Brewer, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 48 Beyersville plans Feb. 12 turkey shoot
A meal of chili dogs, sandwiches, and desserts was served prior to the meeting held Sunday, January 8, 2012. President Robert Leshikar opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. He thanked everyone for their commitment in making this a very good year for Lodge 48. He also expressed his appreciation to Donna Vanecek for her leadership in the presentation of the Christmas program by the youth. We had a record attendance of 144 for the Christmas party. The minutes were read, and reports were presented by the treasurer, property committee, and FAC. All of these reports were accepted as read. Hall Manager Bonnie Wolf reported that rentals for January and February are available. Bunco is still being played the second Tuesday of
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each month. Youth Leader Donna Vanecek stated her appreciation of the youth for all their time and hard work during the holidays. The youth group is planning a skating trip in the near future. We finalized preparations for the State Progressive 42 Tournament which will have been held at Lodge 48 on January 14. The turkey shoot scheduled for February 12 was the next topic of discussion. Registration will begin at 1:30 p.m. There will be a total of 22 rounds which includes two money rounds. Food for purchase will include wrap-arounds, chips, and tea. In case of bad weather, the event will be rescheduled for March 11. Installation of officers by Bobby Wuensche completed the meeting. Those to serve as officers are: President Robert Leshikar Vice President/FAC Larry Beran Second Vice President/ Hall Manager Bonnie Wolf Treasurer Bonnie Urbanek Youth Leader Donna Vanecek Reporter (interim) Alice Bracewell Property Committee Bobby Wuensche
Next Meeting—February 12 The next meeting will be held on Sunday, February 12 at 5 p.m. following the turkey shoot. Fraternally, Alice Bracewell, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 79 Corpus Christi member hired at Charter Bank
Lodge 48 Beyersville sets turkey shoot
SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville invites you to its Ol’ Fashioned Turkey Shoot on Sunday, February 12, 2012, at the lodge hall, located at 10450 FM 619 in Beyersville, Texas. (If inclement weather, event will be held Sunday, March 11.) Registration is at 1:30 p.m., and the turkey shoot begins at 2 p.m. Bring your shotguns and .22 rifles without scope. Shells will be provided. The cost is $5 per round with 16 shotgun rounds, four .22 rifle rounds, and two money rounds. Prizes from Slovacek and Taylor Meat Company will be awarded to winners. Food and drinks will be available under the outside tent. Contact Robert Leshikar (512) 6353021, Bobby Wuensche (512) 3653013, or Bonnie Wolf (512) 365-3733 with any questions. Also, mark your calendars for future turkey shoot dates—May 20, September 30, and October 28. —SPJST—
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Sean Majek has joined Charter Bank as a vice president and commercial lending officer. He will be working at the 10502 Leopard Street location in Corpus Christi, Texas. Sean attended Del Mar College before earning a bachelor of arts Sean Majek degree from the University of Texas. He brings 16 years of local banking experience to Charter Bank. Sean, a member of SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi, is the son of Jerry L. and Sue Majek and the grandson of Judy Majek and the late Charlie Majek. His parents and grandmother are also members of Lodge 79.
Editor’s Note: Thanks to Lodge 79 President Mark Rebecek for sharing this exciting news. The information was compiled by Tina Vasquez and published in the Corpus Christi CallerTimes on Sunday, January 15, 2012. —SPJST—
Lodge 81 Needville to beautify hall grounds
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The January 2012 meeting of Lodge 81, Needville was held on Sunday, the 15th. At 12 noon, President Vincent Newman gave a prayer of thanks. Tom Stavinoha cooked homemade chicken noodle soup for us. The members brought an assortment of desserts. Thanks to Darlene Blinka and her kitchen committee for getting everything set up for us. Also, thanks to everyone who brought all of the delicious desserts. A special thanks to Tom Stavinoha for the delicious soup. President Vincent Newman called the business meeting to order at 1 p.m. Tom Stavinoha led the Pledge of Allegiance. All officers answered the roll call except Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall and Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha. Since Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall was absent, she will read the minutes at our February meeting. Jeanette Newman read Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha’s report, and it was approved as read. Special Funds Chairman Tom Stavinoha read his report, and it was also approved as read. Since we didn’t have any old business, we went straight to our new business. Under new business, Tom Stavinoha made a motion to donate a glider swing for the Needville Senior Citizen Fundraiser on january 22. The
Lodge 182, Falls County Presents 2012 Officers
Meets, Eats, and Greets
Lodge 182, Falls County met Sunday, January 15, 2012, at The Chicken Place in Marlin. The lodge welcomed several guests to the meeting.
The 2012 officers of Lodge 182, Falls County are, left to right, Reporter Caroline Weir, President Donald Beckendorf, Vice President/FAC Nick Komar, Treasurer Darlene Komar, Secretary Mary Ann Mozee, and Youth Leader Teresa Cornett.
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motion was seconded and passed. Also, Tom Stavinoha asked if he could plant some roses and some trees on the grounds of our lodge to beautify our parking lot since we’re right next to a major highway. Everyone thought that was a good idea, and he will get pricing for the February meeting. The next item that Tom Stavinoha mentioned was that the Central Appraisal District needs inventory on our tables and chairs. He said he would take care of it. A final item that Tom mentioned was the safe deposit box we have at the bank. He would like to look in it to see if there is anything we absolutely need and possibly discontinue paying for it if we don’t need it. Under other business, President, Vincent Newman read correspondence that we received from the Home Office. Vincent also mentioned that the old copying machines were no longer taking up room in the hall. Door prize winners were Lenora Marek, Janelle Kucera, Dorothy Kuban, and Darlene Blinka. Congratulations to our lucky winners! Next Meeting—February 19 For our next meal on February 19, it was decided to have chicken. Members, please bring a side dish and a dessert. See you at the next meeting. Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 184, Moulton Installs 2012 Officers
Lodge 184, Moulton presents its 2012 officers. They are, left to right, President Elmer Michna, Treasurer Johnnie Hoffman, Secretary Gaye Nell Baetz, and Vice President/FAC Terry Stevenson. The officers were installed by District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom, not pictured.
Lodge 84, Dallas discusses hall repairs
Dear Readers, On Sunday, January 15, 2012, at 2:07 p.m., the monthly meeting of Lodge 84, Dallas was brought to order by President Justine Yeager. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Lynda Novak followed with a moment of silence for our departed members Mildred Baleja, Rosanne Parma, and Al Zit and for our troops serving over-
Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station Presents 2012 Officers
The 2012 officers of Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station are, left to right, Flag Bearer Calvin Seevers, Vice President Albert Scasta, President Henry Mayo, and Secretary/Treasurer Charles Munday.
seas. Last month’s minutes were read by Secretary Cherri Petr and were approved by all. Sister Petr then reported on all correspondence received. FAC/Vice President Vicki Sims reported that the service hours had been tallied and submitted to the Home Office and that Lodge 84 had been busy because there was an increase in hours from last year. Sunshine Lady Joann Manak reported she sent out get well cards to Jason Sims, Paul Manak, and Roam Manak. She also sent sympathy cards to the Baleja and Parma families; may their loved ones rest in peace. House Committee Jim Liska reported that the long-awaited roofing material had arrived, and he would soon be having it installed to seal any leaks for good! Also, the lodge smoke alarm batteries are coming due for replacement soon, and the bathroom supplies will be as well, which he will address. Thank goodness for that; paper products are high commodity! Youth Leader Bessie Petr reported that the youth held a meeting after helping to undecorate the Buckner Home on January 7. Sister Bessie also announced that the youth visit St. Joseph’s Nursing Home on February 12 for their annual valentine’s visit to the residents. She also reported that all monthly meetings will now be held on the third Sunday of the month one hour prior to the mother lodge meeting. So the next youth meeting will be on February 19 at 1 p.m. Czech Culture Society will be
meeting on February 27 at the Sokol Hall on Greenville Avenue. During our meeting, we were honored by the visit of District Three Director Johnnie Krizan. Brother Krizan came to see if there were any requests that he needed to discuss for the lodge with the Home Office. He also addressed any questions that our members had for him. It was a very informative and enlightening meeting, and President Yeager asked that we remind all our friends and fellow members that we have a lot going on at the lodge and their help would be greatly appreciated. She then reminded everyone that next month’s meeting will be Sunday, February 19 at 2 p.m. so mark your calendars. Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston calls for bowlers
Anyone wishing to bowl in the Frateral Bowling Tournament in New Braunfels on February 11, 2012, please call the Lodge 88 office at (713) 8695767. Lodge 88 will sponsor the teams so get busy and get your teams together! JoAnn Buri Second Vice President —SPJST—
Lodge 142 Houston reports on February meeting
SPJST Lodge 142, Houston members met at Lodge 88, Houston Annex Building on Sunday, January 8, 2012, at 2 p.m. Before the meeting, all 27 members and one guest enjoyed a delicious barbecue chicken and rib lunch prepared by President Keith and Vice President Dennis. Thank you, guys; it was delicious. The meeting was called to order by President Keith with Flag Bearer Gunnar Owens leading the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call of officers by Secretary Alice found all were present. The minutes were read and accepted.
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Correspondence was read. Our lodge was thanked for the various donations during the year 2011. All officers’ reports were read. FAC Karen Owens reported various activities coming up including Awards Banquet on January 28 in Temple and Join Hands Day on May 5. Member birthdays for January are Catherine Manchack, Joyce Molnoskey, Gunnar Owens, Jim Owens, Jo Dein Roznovsky, Lawrence Schilhab, and Mary Wunderlich. We wish each of you many more. Catherine moved to buy new cookbooks which contain 1,400 recipes. Motion passed. Names were drawn for the $160 capsule prize—Judith Melnar, absent; Mary Merten, absent; Gladys Pomikal, absent; Chris Schleider, absent; John Michael Tumis, absent; Minnie Spencer, absent; Justin M., absent; Angelique Smith, absent; and Elizabeth Martin, absent. Oldest male present was Keith Kieschnick; oldest female was Carita Felbermayr; and youngest child was Zoe Saxton. Next Meeting—February 12 The meeting adjourned. The next meeting is February 12. Fraternally, Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 255, Katy Introduces 2012 Officers
Lodge 255, Katy welcomes its 2012 new slate of officers. They are, left to right, Secretary/FAC Delisle Doherty, who is candidate for Supreme Lodge Vice President, Vice President Nicholas Doherty, Treasurer Don Fruin, and President Cecil Roberts.
Lodge 177 Academy receives thanks
The regular meeting of SPJST Lodge 177, Academy was called to order at 6:54 p.m. by President Otis Beck. All officers were present. Members stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes were approved as presented. The Sunshine Committee reported that J.C. Johnson recently had surgery. We wish him a speedy recovery. Correspondence included cards and letters from Holland Volunteer Fire Department, Santa’s Sharing Group, and CTLC, thanking our lodge for the recent donations to their organizations.
We also received announcements from several organizations — Sokol Fort Worth, Troy High School Project Graduation, Helping Hands Ministry, Children’s Advocacy Center, American Cancer Society, and Relay for Life. Committee reports for December 2011 were presented.
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2011 Audit Committee to fill the vacancy when Louis Driska passed away. The Audit Committee will meet soon to audit the last two quarters of 2011. Bill announced that, until further notice, Lodge 177, Academy will stop renting out the hall. FAC Bill announced several upcoming events — the domino tournament in March at Lodge 47, Seaton; State Tarok Tournament at Lodge 17, New Tabor; SPJST Awards Banquet on January 28; new SPJST cookbook; and applications for Every Day Hero pins. Wow! There is a lot going on. After a motion by Bernice, seconded by Josie, the meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p.m. A big thank you to Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride who brought special gifts to our social in December. We used those as door prizes for this meeting. Several members won - awesome! Fraternally, Joanne Hutka Secretary-Reporter —SPJST—
Old Business Otis appointed a committee to come up with suggestions for the proposed memorial for our deceased members. Josie Mitchell, Shirley McCrea, and Joanne Hutka were appointed to the committee and will present suggestions at the next meeting. New Business Bernice Hutka was appointed to the
Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station Shares Christmas Party Scenes
LEFT PHOTO: District One Director Donnie Victorick, far right, installs the 2012 officers of Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station. CENTER
PHOTO: Members enjoy turkey and ham dinner and great desserts. RIGHT PHOTO: The Polaseks are pictured at the buffet line.
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Scenes from Lodge 160, San Angelo Annual Dinner and Meeting Sunday, January 8, 2012 • St. Ambrose Parish Hall in Wall, Texas
LEFT PHOTO: Sandra Jansa draws a winning name out of the bucket held by Sharon Hohmann. Taking notes is Charlene Dusek, center. CENTER PHOTO: Left to right are Ardone Therault, Mandy and Michael
Osborne, and Ruby Ecker. RIGHT PHOTO: Johnna Schwartz, left, looks on as Joan Schwartz, center, and Carla Schwartz display their door prizes.
LEFT PHOTO: Nancy Weise lights a candle for the memorial service honoring Lodge 160’s deceased members. PHOTO 2: Noemi Drgac and
Georgia Simcik. PHOTO 3: Jeffrey, Mason, and Karen Schwartz. RIGHT PHOTO: James Drgac, left, and Billy Schwartz.
LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are Katy, Suzie, and Edward Dusek. CENTER PHOTO: Eugene, Travis, Reece, and Kim Dusek. RIGHT PHOTO:
Kye, Cade, and Corey Schwartz. Congratulations to Corey who received one of the lodge’s scholarships for 2012!
LEFT PHOTO: Kimberlyn and Kendra Schwartz. PHOTO 2: Curtis Schwartz with his mother Genevieve. PHOTO 3: Dewyan and Nancy Weise. RIGHT PHOTO: Michael and Melanie Block visit with Clay Jansa, center. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Elias Alvarez, John Sanchez, Lydia Tala-
mantez, and Maria Padilla. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Mark Waggoner, Walmar Hohmann, Leonard Jansa, and State Field Representative Bobby G. Davis. RIGHT PHOTO: State Youth Director Frank Horak, District Four Director Billy Rollwitz, Sylvia Rollwitz, and Beverly and James Teplicek.
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Lodge 182 Falls County welcomes guests
The meeting of SPJST Lodge 182, Falls County started at 3 p.m. in Marlin at The Chicken Place. To start if off, the youth club led the Pledge of Allegiance. We discussed old stuff. Election of officers was held. Then came discussion of new stuff. Hiram Dixon will run for Supreme Lodge Vice President. Last, but not least, we discussed upcoming events. District Two leaders who were at the meeting — District Two Director Bobby Wuensche and wife Ruth Ann, District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky and husband Albert, and District Two State Field Representative/Training Coordinator Hiram Dixon. The meeting came to a close. We ate and had fun talking to each other. We hope to see you at the next meeting. Come join and meet new people and have fun all at the same time. You’ll be glad you did. Fraternally, Caroline Weir, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 202 Jourdanton to participate in bowling tourney
Lodge 202, Jourdanton met Sunday, January 8, 2012, at Jourdanton Community Center with 37 members and guests present. Vice President James House presided. Youth club members Miranda Wiederhold and Sammy Hoggard posted the colors. Silence was observed for deceased members. Roll call of officers noted that Lloyd and Bettie House were in Hawaii. Minutes were read by Sandra Hoggard and approved as read. Treasurer Valerie Barta presented the financial report. Six or seven members plan to attend the SPJST Awards Banquet. Kelly House, Michelle House, Madison Lutz, and Devin Vasquez are planning to exhibit animals at the Atascosa County Livestock Show. FAC Mary Ann Barta announced
Lodge 258, Seguin Donates Food to Christian Food Cupboard
the different tournaments coming soon. She encouraged everyone to submit valentine greetings to the Vestnik, and to bring a valentine for exchange to the February 5 lodge meeting. Join Hands Day is May 5. Youth Leader Regina House was pleased that 33 shoeboxes, filled with gifts, were collected for CASA for Christmas. Discussed was an outing for the youth. A thank you was received from Bastrop for the gifts presented to victims of the wildfires. Youth/adults signed a new code of conduct. Lodge 202 will pay the lodge members bowlers’ fees and donate a $50 value gift basket for the Fraternal Alliance of Texas Bowling Tournament silent auction on February 11. Michelle House will be in charge of purchasing the gift.
Lodge 258, Seguin President Chester Jenke and Treasurer Colleen Jenke donated 67 pounds of food to the Christian Food Cupboard during the holidays. Food donated was purchased with split-thepot proceeds from District Seven Fall Fun Day.
Celebrating birthdays in January are Janice Favor, Jolene Sadler, Phillip Barta, Joan Wiederhold, Miranda Wiederhold, Joanne Wells, Louella Pivonka, Regina House, and Bennie Valchar. The meeting adjourned.
Next Meeting—February 5 Sunday, February 5 is the next meeting at 2 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center. Bring a valentine to exchange. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST—
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Lodge 202 Jourdanton to award scholarship
Attention: Lodge 202 Seniors. If you are a graduating senior from Lodge 202, Jourdanton, you are eligible to apply for our local scholarship. You do not have to be an active youth club member to apply. For information and an application, please call Regina House (830) 570-2046 or email rhouse@jourdantonisd.net Regina House, Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 255, Katy welcomes new officers
Lodge 255, Katy held its first official meeting of 2012. The lodge welcomed its new slate of officers along with new members. Lodge 255 is excited to have one of its newest member, Kerry Herrington, join them on the bowling team for the Fraternal Alliance Bowling Tournament in February. Officers are: President Cecil Roberts Vice President Nicholas Doherty Secretary/FAC/Reporter Delisle Doherty Treasurer Don Fruin Delisle Doherty SecretaryFAC/Reporter —SPJST—
Fort Worth Friendship Club Presents Past, Present Officers
LEFT PHOTO: 2011 Friendship Club officers were, left to right, Mary Ann Krivanek, president; Betty Krenek, vice president; Elizabeth Creamer, secretary; and Mary Ann Kozel, treasurer. Special thanks to Mary Ann Krivanek and Mary Ann Kozel for the great job they have done in the past as both of them
retired from their duties. RIGHT PHOTO: Current Friendship Club officers are, left to right, President Betty Krenek, Vice President Alene Kercho, Secretary Elizabeth Creamer, and Treasurer JoAnn Wilcox. —Submitted by Libbie Vrla
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Fort Worth Friendship Club
The meeting of the Fort Worth Friendship Club was held on Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at St. Thomas Parish Hall. Julie Chasse, friend of Felma Smith, was our guest. The meeting was called to order by our newly elected President Betty Krenek who welcomed everyone. Since a flag was not displayed in the dining room, we sang, “God Bless America” in lieu of saying the Pledge of Allegiance. Our newly elected Vice President Alene Kercho read some thoughts for the day which were enjoyed by all. A moment of silence was observed for Paula Hall’s husband, Jo Ann Wilcox’s grandson, and Marty Ann Kozel’s sister all who died since the last meeting. Martha Boenisch, Mary Ann’s sister, was a longtime Friendship Club member. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to these families. Special thanks went out to Mary Ann Krivanek, past president, for doing such a splendid job for the past four years. Mary Ann Kozel, our former treasurer, was absent due to the death of her sister, and she also did a splendid job for the past 10 years. It was so nice to have Maria Gill back with us after a long absence. It was also nice that Camille Bolcer is coming to our meetings now. These two ladies always sat at a table with Lucille Kret, Nettie Naugle, and Tom Konen. Now, we need to get Nettie and Tom back. You all have been missed. Secretary Elizabeth Creamer read the minutes from the last meeting, and Treasurer Jo Ann Wilcox gave the financial report. Both were accepted as presented. A thank you letter was read from the Czech Heritage Museum, Temple, for our donation to them in honor of the Věstník staff for always publishing our articles each month. I reported on my visit with Merel Kovar, our former longtime secretary, who lives in an assisted living facility on Hulen Street. Merel wanted to know all about her Friendship Club friends and sends greetings to all. I further reported on receiving a note from Willie Mae Becan who wrote that she is curtailing her driving and will not be coming to our meetings. She said, “That’s what 90s do to a person.” I also received a phone call from Rose Cuba who now lives in Wichita Falls. She said that she loves it there, and it is so nice to be close to her two sisters. She called to tell me she picked
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up her church pictorial directory before she moved. Lodge 92 Ladies Circle President Marlene Bass and I wondered if Rose had gotten her copy; we were so glad to know that she had. Rose sends greetings to all. Then, I showed off the Christmas card received from Melanie of the Vestnik. Thanks for the angel ornament and calendar. I have taped the calendar next to my computer so it is already being used. President Betty discussed having new membership booklets since we have several new members and several other changes. She further asked for volunteers to serve on a phone committee. Door prizes were donated by Paula Arsenault, Sharron Connelly, Helen Skrasek, Felma Smith, Libbie Vrla, and Mary Agnes Ward. We had lots of happy winners then we had show-andtell. Winners of the 50/50 dollar games were Paula Arsenault and Julie Chasse. The singing of “Happy Birthday” went out to January celebrants Monalee Hattendorf, Lillie Kosarek, Betty Landsfeld, Kitty Rippen, Lois Smith, and Darlene Tompkins. May you all have many more. Hostesses Sharron Connelly, Kathy Ormsbee, and Libbie Vrla were thanked, and we want to thank Rose Ann Spann for the snow-theme table decorations which looked so nice. Following the meeting, grace was said and a fried chicken lunch was enjoyed. Then games were played, and a good time was had by all. News Congratulations go out to Jared Patoskie, Mary Ann Kozel’s grandson, who graduated in December from Texas A&M. Mary Ann spent the week between Christmas and New Year’s with her daughters Donna and family in Sugarland, and Karen and family in Allen. She enjoyed this time with them very much. I enjoyed receiving a phone call from Annie Whitsell. She said that she still takes communion to the nursing home, and her friends drive her there. Other friends take her to church each Sunday, has a special pew, and Father goes to her to give her communion. Annie also said that Harold Balvin has his good days and bad days. His son and grandson take care of him which she said, is a full time job. I stopped in to see Betty Landsfeld the other day. She is doing well following her surgery and sends best
wishes to all her Friendship Club friends. She had a birthday on the 13th so she had a busy week. Each one of her children either brought her lunch or took her out to eat - that is lunch with Wesley, Betty, Helen, and Steve. She especially enjoyed the lunch and visit from her brother Bob and his wife, Sadie. Lydia Alholm missed the last meeting as her two grandsons from the
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Chicago area were in town. She enjoyed taking them out to eat to Oscar’s. The next meeting will be on February 1. We are looking forward to seeing everyone. Let’s hope that we don’t have ice or snow! So Until, Keep Smiling, Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST— 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
Lodge 6 Lodge 17 Cottonwood youth New Tabor youth: to exchange my first deer valentines Feb. 5 I went on my first deer hunting ad-
Dear Readers, The youth members of Lodge 6, Cottonwood removed the Christmas decorations at the hall prior to their meeting on Sunday, January 8. The youth meeting was called to order at 1:30 p.m. by President Bracy Craig. Present were eight youth. The youth were reminded that the tee-shirt design contest entries are due January 31. We discussed having a Valentine's party. It was decided that the youth will exchange valentines at our next meeting. Our next meeting will be Sunday, February 5 at 1:30 p.m. See you then. Fraternally, Peggy Dobecka Youth Leader —SPJST—
venture with my dad the week after Christmas. It was a lot of fun, and I shot my first deer—a spike! My mom and dad were very proud of me.
I am looking forward to deer hunting again next year. Weston Beasley —SPJST—
Deadline for SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest Entries is Tuesday, January 31. Entry form in last week’s Vestnik and www.spjst.org.
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Lodge 17 New Tabor youth likes Chipmunks movie
Dear Vestnik Readers, We had our monthly meeting on January 8, 2012. Afterwards, we went to the movies and saw Alvin and the Chipmunks Chipwrecked. I recommend going to see it; it’s really funny. The next weekend I got to go see the Brazos Valley Medical Helicopter.
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It was really cool. I got to see the inside of it. Fraternally Yours, Chandler Sebesta —SPJST—
Lodge 24, Cyclone youth says, “Thanks, Joan!”
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
I would like to say a huge thank you to Mrs. Joan Vanicek! She was always there to make sure I was on time to the parades and all the other fun stuff that I got to do as Sam’s duke. Mrs. Joan made the youth club meetings fun. How she handled all of us rowdy kids I don’t know . . . lots of patience, I guess.
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My mom had signed me up for all kinds of things even when I didn’t want to, but Mrs. Joan was always there to help me out and make sure I had fun. I look forward to showing you all my accomplishments in the future as an active SPJST youth club member. Thank you for being such a great youth club leader! Your friend, Ty Stock P.S. Looking forward to a new year with Mrs. Kim and Mrs. Brenda! —SPJST—
Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club Honors Past Youth Leader Joan Vanicek
Past Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Leader Joan Vanicek was honored with a surprise party on Sunday, January 15, 2012, at Flag Hall. LEFT PHOTO: Youth gather around Joan, seated, to express appreciation for her 10 years of service to the youth club. RIGHT PHOTO: Joan with husband Brian, daughter Stephanie, and son Sam. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Left to
right are Wilbert Mikeska, Ruth Ann Wuensche, District Two Director Bobby Wuensche, Linda Wilde, and Margaret Mikeska. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 24 President Daniel Wilde presents an appreciation plaque to Joan for her years of service. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Youth and adults enjoy refreshments.
LEFT PHOTO: District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky, left, and State Youth Director Frank Horak congratulate Joan. CENTER PHOTO: Youth and adults gather to honor Joan. RIGHT PHOTO: Joan, center,
welcomes new Lodge 24 Youth Leader Kim Campbell, left, and Assistant Youth Leader Brenda Maddux. Kim is a past youth club member of Lodge 24.
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Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Youth Club Helps Needy Kids Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club honors past youth leader
On December 11, 2011, our youth club held its monthly meeting at Mel’s Bowling in Georgetown. We enjoyed bowling and the arcade—not to mention the pizza! Each family was asked to bring an unwrapped gift for the Ronald McDonald House. We had a great turnout and had lots of fun. On January 15, we held our first youth club meeting of the year with our new youth leaders. Congrats to Kim Campbell (youth leader) and Brenda Maddux (assistant youth leader)! Before our meeting, we had a surprise party for Mrs. Joan Vanicek for all her years of service and leadership with Lodge 24 youth club. Even Stephanie, Mrs. Joan’s daughter, came
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Youth Leader Gerilyn Donnell, Assistant Youth Leader Jessica Janota, and Youth Club President Brock Donnell participated in a charity event at Christmas. The Salvation Army had an Angel Tree at the local mall in Corpus Christi. Cards were selected from the tree with the name of a needy child, who would not be able to have Christmas. Gifts of clothes and toys were purchased from the child’s wish list. Lodge 79 Youth Club donated two to three gifts each to four children. Great job!
in from Austin as a surprise. Many friends attended from our adult lodge, neighboring lodges, and several officials. We enjoyed cake, punch, and the wonderful chocolate-covered
strawberries. After a lot of thanks to Mrs. Joan, we held our meeting. Our youth club received a thank you card from the Ronald McDonald House for the do-
nation of toys and other items that were dropped off during the Christmas holidays. We discussed the upcoming February District Two Skate Party on Feb-
Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club Celebrates Christmas at Mel’s Bowling Sunday, December 11, 2011 • Mel’s Bowling in Georgetown, Texas • Submitted by Joan Vanicek
Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club members enjoyed a Christmas party at Mel’s Bowling in Georgetown on December 11. We had a great time bowling and eating pizza! LEFT PHOTO: Amya Rodriguez, Meghan Malcik, Shelby Bruggman, Kylie Posvar, and Kylie’s guest. CENTER PHOTO: Macey Malcik, Abbie Bruggman, Madison Malcik, and Ty Stock. RIGHT PHOTO:
Jonathan Maddux, Rachel Hattemer, Sam Vanicek, and Matt Stoughton. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Roy and Kim Malcik, Derek and Kim Campbell, Cathy and Steve Bruggman, and Brenda Maddux. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Jay Ray, Misty Stock, and Joan Vanicek. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Luke Ray, Colton Posvar, Cole Campbell, and Nash and Cade Campbell.
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ruary 11 at 10 a.m. Hope to see everyone skating and don’t forget that you can bring a friend! I think it was mentioned or maybe it was a big request that we have chocolate-covered strawberries at all meetings. Hope that comes true—they were great! Your second term reporter signing off, Ty Stock —SPJST—
Lodge 24, Cyclone past leader expresses thanks
Dear Readers, I would like to say thank you to Patsy Koslovsky, Kim Campbell, Brenda Maddux, Lodge 24, Cyclone officers, and Cyclone Youth Club. At the January youth meeting, these wonderful people surprised me with a lovely party for my years as youth leader. We had cake, chocolatedipped strawberries, a vegetable tray, and punch. The lodge officers presented a very nice plaque, and the youth members all donated towards a gift card for me. I really appreciated all the kind words and hugs. Also, I was surprised to see lots of extra friends there, including Frank Horak and family, Bobby and Ruth Ann Wuensche, John Hoelscher and family, and the Festa family from Holland. My husband Brian and my two children Stephanie and Samuel also came to my surprise. Patsy, Kim, and Brenda are great at keeping secrets. Thank you again for the wonderful party! Sincerely, Joan Vanicek —SPJST—
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Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club reports on January meeting
Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club met on December 29, 2011, for its regular monthly meeting at the El Campo Bowling Center. President Allison Fucik called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ryan
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Drapela, and the SPJST Motto and prayer were recited. Secretary Ryan Drapela read the roll call of officers and members. Ryan then read the minutes from the December meeting. President Fucik introduced our guests. The treasurer’s report was then given. A motion to pay all bills was asked for and received. Old Business Camp tee-shirt contest forms are
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due by January 31. Everyone was asked to contribute to the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive.
New Business January 9 will be the call-in meeting at 7 p.m. Youth Development Workshop will be held in Temple on February 25. Congratulations to Ryan Drapela for receiving his Eagle Scout rank. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela then reported on the following dates:
Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club Enjoys Bowling Social Thursday, December 29, 2011 • Submitted by Dylan Treumer
LEFT PHOTO: Luc Marcaurele, left, and Myles and Tria Svatek order burgers. RIGHT PHOTO: Youth pose for a group picture. BELOW LEFT PHOTO:
Bethany and Brittany Baker enjoy their meal after bowling. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Jeremy and Jacob Supak enjoy hamburgers.
LEFT PHOTO: Dylan Treumer enjoys his time at the bowling center. PHOTO 2: Ryan Drapela has fun at the bowling center! PHOTO 3: Sarah Supak, right,
presents Jessica Fucik with a get well basket after being in the hospital. RIGHT PHOTO: Grant Bubela bowls.
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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 3 in Temple
Next Meeting—February 5 The next meeting will be held on February 5 at Taiton Community Center. The adult meeting will begin at 1:30 p.m. with the youth following at 2:30 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned. The youth enjoyed time bowling and eating hamburgers. Your friend, Dylan Treumer —SPJST—
Christmas leaves trees dim to dark, the holiday loses its warming spark, the charity in men departs, and something changes in the heart
What was here is now nowhere, the Christmas spirit’s disappeared, its loss leads to a saddened tear, and goodness goes to goodness knows where. —SPJST—
Sounds crazy but she loves just me, the way that works odd as can be, she loves to laugh that is the key, and I provide the comedy, and so in lieu of sanity, she loves me for the fun I be. —SPJST—
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In Memoriam
In Memory of Franklin Schlesinger
Franklin James Schlesinger passed from this life on January 10, 2012. He was born to Emilie (Tschoerner) and Frank Schlesinger in San Angelo on May 30, 1937, and grew up farming in the Jarrell and Corn Hill areas. Franklin attended Holy Trinity grade school at Corn Hill and F. Schlesinger graduated from Jarrell High School in 1955. The family moved to Temple in 1957, and Franklin worked for Griggs Equipment in Belton. He married Donna Louise Watson of Bartlett on June 4, 1960. Franklin enlisted in the Army in March 1960. His service included tours in Orleans, France; Granite City, Illinois; and Da Nang, Vietnam. Upon discharge in September 1966, he held a rank of staff sergeant. After the service, Franklin and Donna lived in Bartlett and he worked a short time for the IRS in Austin. In March 1968, he went to work for Texas State Teachers Association. Their only child Paul Houston Schlesinger was born September 10, 1970; the family permanently settled in Taylor in 1972. Franklin retired from TSTA in March 1999 as manager of data processing. He was a longtime member of SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor. Franklin had many varied interests and hobbies. Some of the most prevalent included bicycling, jogging, dancing, gardening, computers, sunbathing, beer drinking, wine making, weightlifting, hiking, camping, photography, traveling, chess, dominoes, purple martins, and visiting his many friends and relatives. His collections included a wide array of beer paraphernalia, antique radios, furniture, and clocks and a vast assortment of other curios. He was an avid reader and stayed abreast of the latest political situations. Franklin was a professional tarok player and assisted in developing and running tournaments across the state. He enjoyed traditional country/western, Cajun, Czech, and German folk
music. He recently built, by hand, a large room onto his house to display his most cherished possessions and host his friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by wife Donna Schlesinger of Taylor; son Paul Schlesinger of Taylor; sisters Rose Ann Burkel and husband Jim of Canton, Dorothy Schlesinger of Houston, Betty Joe Garcia of Arlington, Mary Jean Hermann and husband Bill of Sealy; brothers Larry Schlesinger and wife Mary Helen of Denton, John Schlesinger and wife Pam of Dawsonville, Georgia; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Lynn Cmerek, Jerry David, Jerry Frankeny, RB Jackson, Larry Schlesinger, Paul Schlesinger, Allen Tschoerner, and Glenn Tschoerner. Visitation was held Saturday, January 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. with a rosary at 7 p.m. at Goodnight Funeral Home in Bartlett. Funeral service was Sunday, January 15 at 2 p.m. at Goodnight Funeral Home. Burial followed at Bartlett City Cemetery. Reception was held at SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor hall. —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy
We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge 30, Taiton, on behalf of our officers and members wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of JEFFREY MCKEON. Jeffrey Allen McKeon, 31, of El Campo, passed away on Sunday, October 30, 2011, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Jeffrey was born March 9, 1980, in Wharton, Texas, to James, Sr. and Francis Krpec McKeon. He is survived by wife Denise Leopold McKeon; son Clint Allen McKeon; parents James, Sr. and Frances McKeon, all of El Campo; brothers, James McKeon, Jr. of Illinois and Jayson McKeon of Louise; niece Kaci McKeon and nephew Kody McKeon of Illinois. Visitation was Wednesday, November 2 at Triska Funeral Home and at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church with a rosary held at 8 pm.
Funeral service took place Thursday, November 3 at St. Philip’s Catholic Church in El Campo, with the Reverend Gary Janak officiating. Burial followed at Holy Cross Memorial Park. Pallbearers were James (Bubba) McKeon, Jr., Jayson McKeon, Darin Leopold, Bennie Woodruff, Matt Weid, Brian Seaman, Stephen Hrncir, Jr., and Brian Hrncir. Honorary pallbearer was Cody Seaman. Memorial donations may be made to the Jeffrey McKeon Memorial Fund at First State Bank, El Campo, Texas. Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer Resolution Committee —SPJST—
In Memory of Georgia Lyons
Georgia Mary (Dulak) Lyons, age 85, of West, passed away Friday, December 30, 2011, at The Plaza Nursing Home in Richardson. A rosary was recited and mass of Christian burial was celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Monday, January 2, 2012, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption in West with Bishop David E. Fellhauer, Reverend Ed Karasek, and Reverend Georgia Lyons Michael Lyons as celebrants. Private graveside services were held at Rosemound Cemetery in Waco. The family received visitors from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, January 1 at Aderhold Funeral Home. Mrs. Lyons was born February 3, 1926, in Elk, the daughter of August and Mary Ann (Morris) Dulak. She attended Cottonwood school and graduated from West High School in 1943 prior to attending Baylor University and Draughn’s Business College. On June 5, 1948, she was united in marriage to John F. Lyons in Waco. He preceded her in death on February 15, 1971. Georgia owned and operated the Playdium Swimming Pool in West from 1973 to 1988. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption, where she served on the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Team. She was also a member of the Catholic Daughters of America Court No. 829 and SPJST
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Lodge 54, West. Georgia enjoyed reading and traveling. She especially loved visiting with her children and spending time with her family and friends. Georgia was also preceded in death by her parents; and brother Edwin Dulak. Survivors include sons, Reverend Michael J. Lyons of Ganado and Tim Lyons and wife Teresa of Richardson; daughter Mary Fletcher and husband Martin of Haledon, New Jersey; sister Frances Poteet of El Paso; granddaughters Holly and Emily Lyons; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Pallbearers were Mark Poteet, Florentino Perez, Martin Fletcher, Christopher Massey, John R. Poteet, and Michael Matus. Memorials may be made to West Senior Center or Catholic Daughters of America Court No. 829 of West. You are invited to share your thoughts and memories of Georgia in her memorial guest book found at www.aderholdfuneralhome.com. Aderhold Funeral Home in West was in charge of arrangements. —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy
We the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge 30, Taiton, on behalf of our officers and members wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of MILAN KRUTILEK. Milan Joseph Krutilek, 83, of El Campo, died Monday, December 12, 2011. Milan was born October 16, 1928, in Taiton, Texas, to Joseph William and Charlotta “Lottie” Drozd Krutilek. He is survived by wife Connie Benson Krutilek of El Campo; daughter Kathleen Hoffer and husband Darrell; sons Patrick Krutilek and wife Rachel, Brian Krutilek and fiancée Lori Heard, Kelly Krutilek and wife Stacie, all of El Campo; grandchildren Colton, Katelyn, and Kevin Krutilek, and Shelby Heard; and sisters Jeralyn Prihoda of Nada and Sylvia Weisner of Wharton. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters Wilma Miller and Anita Suchma; and brothers Buddy, Ted, Victor, Eugene, and John Krutilek. Visitation was Wednesday, Decem-
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ber 14 at Triska Funeral Home with a rosary held at 7 pm. Funeral service took place Thursday, December 15 at St. John’s Catholic Church in New Taiton, with the Reverend Gabriel Oduro Tawiah officiating. Burial followed at St. John’s Cemetery with full military honors under the auspices of American Legion Post 251. Pallbearers were Steven Krutilek, Anthony Prihoda, Mitchell Krutilek, Kyle Krutilek, David Fuchma, Mark Fuchma, Wayne Weisner, and Roch Mazoch. Honorary pallbearers were Colton, Katelyn, and Kevin Krutilek, and Shelby Heard, his grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to St. John’s Catholic Church, St. Philip’s Catholic School, or donor’s choice. Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer Resolution Committee —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy
SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis officers and members extend their deepest sympathy to the family and friends of CHARLES EDWARD GENTRY. Funeral services for Charles Edward Gentry were held at 2 p.m. Friday, January 13, 2012, at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Ennis. Visitation was held Thursday, January 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at J.E. Keever Mortuary. Burial was at Myrtle Cemetery. His nephews Harold Wayne Barker, Ronnie Charles Gentry Fisher, Glenn Fisher, Leslie Gentry, Doug Gentry, and Willie Roark served as pallbearers. Mr. Gentry, age 88, died Wednesday, January 11 at Ennis Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. Born January 3, 1924, in Erath County, he was the son of Ernest Leamon and Mary Alice Tallant Gentry. The third of 14 children, he moved with his family to Sand Lake in the early 1940s. He attended school at Sand Lake through eighth grade then worked for J. Roy Glaspy as a farmhand. He and his brother Albert were drafted into the United States Army in 1944. He was stationed at Camp Fannin in Tyler and
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turned 21 years old aboard the HMS Queen Mary en route to the European theater of war. A private first class, he was a member of the Army’s Fifth Ranger Battalion, Company E. His company was involved in the Battle of the Bulge and took part in cutting off an enemy supply route, the Irsh-Zerf road, 10 miles behind German lines. During that event, he was one of only six Rangers in his 75-man company to escape capture, injury, or death. The operation was a successful collaboration of several Ranger companies – and though it was to last 48 hours, it spanned nine days and was one of the final blows to enemy forces that brought World War II to an end. On May 15, 1948, he and Mary Helen Nowlin went to Rockwall, Texas, with another couple to elope. Though the other couple did not marry, he and Mary Helen did and began a marriage that spanned 63 years. After marrying, he and Mary lived in Sand Lake until 1950 when he began working at Upco Print Shop. In 1951, he became manager of United Publishing Company. He later became an owner and publisher of Ennis Daily News until he retired in 1997. Through the years, he became a pillar of the Ennis community by serving in many civic organizations. At the time of his death, he was the oldest surviving member of the Ennis Lions Club, where he had served as president. He also had served as president of the Band Boosters, Golden Circle, Ennis Housing Authority, and the MACs group of Tabernacle Baptist Church, where he was a longtime member, deacon, and Sunday School leader. A lifetime member of American Legion Post 361 and a VFW member, in 2010 he joined several other local veterans on an honor flight to Washington, D.C., where he was taken on a tour of the World War II Memorial. Along with his wife, he served as drive chairman for the United Way and was recognized for outstanding service to the community by Ennis Chamber of Commerce. The couple also was recognized as community builders by the Masonic Lodge of Ennis. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis. He had served as the first grand marshal of the Polka Festival parade. An avid sports fan and fisherman, he was known in the community for his fish frying, particularly for large crowds. One of the achievements he held closest to his heart was his work with the Ennis Little League. In 1955, he and five other men formed the
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league, and he served as secretarytreasurer. For the next 35 years, he served as an officer and coach through the 1990 season. In the first season, boys aged nine through 12 were invited to sign up for baseball teams. Eighty signed up and the first little league season began in Ennis with four teams. It expanded to six teams in 1956, eight teams in 1957, and to 359 boys in 1959. Today, Ennis Little League, Inc., has more than 500 children registered with 40 teams. He and Charles Muirhead purchased land for a baseball field and built the diamond. Several years later, they donated the field to Ennis High School, which EHS used for many years until a new field was constructed at the school’s current location. Throughout the years, the league played games at Sam Houston School field and St. John field. In the late 1970s, the league named three of the fields at Sam Houston for some of the people who had contributed much to the league. The Pony League Field was named “Charles Gentry Field.” Mr. Gentry was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Albert Saunley Gentry, Prentice W. “Jinker” Gentry, and David Douglas Gentry; and sisters Billie Holland, Joy Barker, Ruby Alsup, Juanita Good, and Mary Ellen Gentry. Survivors include wife Mary Helen Gentry of Ennis; daughters Kathleen Gentry Fox and husband Dudley Fox of Ennis and Peggy Gentry Phillips of Carrollton; sons Charles Edward “Charlie” Gentry, Jr. of Dallas and Roger Nowlin Gentry and wife Pam Smith Gentry of Ennis; sisters Frances Fisher of Burleson, Ruth Benefield of Sweeny, Patsy Swafford of Kennedale, and Sandra Moss of Dallas; brother E.L. “Sonny” Gentry Jr. of Streetman; grandchildren Kelly Fox Armstrong, Dudley Wayne “Lee” Fox Jr., Michelle Fox Hoffeditz, Chris Bouchillon, Meredith Gentry Andersen, Jon Gentry, Roger Nowlin “Lin” Gentry, Jr., and Robert Gentry Phillips; Micah Wayne Fox, Savannah Armstrong, Joshua Fox, Grant Hoffeditz, Lance Hoffeditz, Reece Hoffeditz, Elijah Bouchillon, and Noah Alexander Phillips; great-greatgrandson Gabriel Alexander Fox; and 38 nieces and nephews. Donations in memory of Charles E. Gentry may be made to Ennis Little League, Inc. With deepest sympathy, Betty Macalik Financial Secretary —SPJST—
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BENEVOLENCE
ROČNÍK 100 CISLO 4
Učme se česky Let Us Study Czech Lekce čtvrtá Lesson 4
Read the following exercises out loud. Get your parents, grandparents, relatives, or friends to help you with the pronunciation; do them together. Clip and save each lesson and complile them into notebook form for reference. Kam jdete? — Where are you going? Žák není doma — The pupil is not at home. Mám hlad. — I am hungry. Co je to? — What is that? Co je toto? — What is this?
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Slovníček — Vocabulary
zahrada — garden péro — pen žák — pupil kde — where (no action involved) kam — where to (whither —with action) ne — no mapa — map hlad — hunger tabák — tobacco banka — bank mladá — young (f) stará — old (fem.) a — and ale — but škola — school doma — at home pojď sem — come here jsem — I am
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Lidskost
Česká
HUMANITY
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Část
Slovanská Podporující Jednota Státu Texas
Uředni orgán SPJST Založené roku 1897
Mluvnice — Grammar
1. Conjugation of the verb býti to be:
1st person 2nd person 3rd person
1st person 2nd person 3rd person
jsme - I am jsi - you are je - he, she, or it is
Plural jsme - we are jste - you are jsou - they are
2. The Demonstrative Adjectives The demonstrative adjective “this” is translated in Czech by ten, to, tato, and toto. Tento is always used with masculine nouns; tato with feminine; and toto with neuter nouns. 3. The Personal or Subject Pronouns 1st person 2nd person 3rd person 1st person 2nd person 3rd person
Singular já - I ty - you on - he ona - she ono - it
my - we vy - you oni - they (masc.) ony - they (fem.) ona - they (neuter)
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1. Copy the expressions and vocabulary into a notebook and memorize them. 2. Memorize the conjugation of býti - to be. 3. Classify the nouns that are
given in the vocabulary as to their gender. 4. Place the correct demonstrative adjective tento, tato, toto, before each noun in the vocabulary.
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Read the following verse. See if you can translate it:
Pohádka
Proč maminko, se chvěje ta bříza bílá? Poslouchá, co si ptáci povídají. Co, matko, sí ptáci povídají? Jak pod večerem je víla postrašila. A jak je víla postrašila? Honila bílou holubičku v háji. Byla by se jí v tůni utopila. Jak by se jí tůni utopila? Chtěla tam zobnout hvězdu spadlou z nebe. Zdaž, matičko, tu hvězdu vylovila? To nevím, dítě — ale když zas k líci ta víla tiskla bílou holubici, tu zlíbala jí tak, jak teď já tebe! — J.V. Sládek
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Czech Heritage Museum to host bobbin lace making event
The Great Bell County Quilt Crawl is here, and the seven exhibit sites invite you to visit and view their display of quilts. Each museum or culture site is displaying their quilts during their regular everyday hours during the sixweek exhibit. Each site will be open on all Saturdays during the event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Check with each site for weekday opening times. During the six-week event, there will be a demonstration at one of the exhibit sites on a scheduled Saturday. Check the website (quilt-crawl.org) for demonstrations schedule. The project’s goals are to promote the rich artistic and historic nature of quilts throughout the county, and to promote tourism in Bell County and Central Texas. The Czech Heritage Museum, located at 119 West French in Temple, Texas, will have a display of antique quilts made before and after the turn of the 20th century. These quilts have been made from the hands of descendants from the Czech lands. Quilts, needlework, and other textiles will also be on display through February 18.
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bin lace making and tatting at the Museum. The Guild is a charter member of the International Old Lacers, Inc. and practices the art of making lace by
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. Beginning November 2011 Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center New Hours—Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., or by appointment. For information, call the Museum (254) 8992935.
Beginning January 12 “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. January 27 Sokol Fort Worth 100 Year Anniversary Celebration: Reunion Meet and Greet, at Sokol Hall, 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth, 6 to 10 p.m. 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 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. January 28 Texas Czech Genealogical Society Annual Meeting: “They Came in Ships”—at Caldwell Civic Center, Caldwell, Texas, at 8 a.m.: Presentations include Doug Kubicek-Tradition
and Reality, The Gulf Coast Steamship “Packet” Companies and Our Czech Ancestors”; Leo Baca“Czech Immigration Passenger Lists”; Patrick Janis-“Using Free Online Digital Newspaper Archives for GeResearch”; Duwain nealogical Pingenot-“Coming to America, Migl Reunion Reflections”-SPJST Věstník Editor/Director of Communications Melanie Zavodny-“SPJST Věstník – Archiving the Past for the Future”; and “Captain” John Gantt-“Ancestral Ship Reunion”; special entertainment— music from the 1850s and 1860s, performed by The Frontier Brigade Band. Full registration for entire day including lunch for TCGS members - $30; full registration for non-members $40; registration at the door - $45 for all attendees. For registration info/questions, please contact Bennie Stasny (512) 836-8084; or email blstasny@aol.com. 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
January 29 Penelope Parish Hall Polka Mass— in Penelope, Texas, (northeast of West in Hill County): mass, dinner, dance; concessions, snacks, sodas available. For information, call (254) 533-2309. Submitted by Dorothy Machac, Lodge 6, Cottonwood.
Through February 5, 2012 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.
February 10 Ennis Czech Music Festival PreParty and Polka Jam Session— Sokol Clubroom, 7 to 11 p.m. No cover charge. Entrance/parking located in back of building. Sandwiches available for purchase. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
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using a pattern mounted on a pillow and manipulating bobbins holding the thread. They also make lace using other techniques such as tatting, crochet, knit, and needlelace. They were formed in 1987 to study and instruct its members in the methods and techniques in all forms of lace making. They meet on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church annex in Austin. Visit them at http://www.lacebobbins.com/AustinLace.htm.
Also, on this same Saturday, we will have a “crazy quilt pouch” instructional presentation and display. For all of the schedules of demonstrations date and times, please visit our website at www.quilt-crawl.org. The quilt crawl is being held through February 18 at the following facilities: Azalee Marshall Cultural Activities Center, Temple; Railroad and Heritage Museum, Temple; Czech Heritage Museum, Temple; UMHB Musick Alumni Center and Museum, Belton; Bell County Museum, Belton; Central Texas Area Museum, Salado; and Killeen Arts and Activities Center. Other partners are Killeen Civic and Conference Center, Salado Chamber of Commerce, Village of Salado Tourism Department, Belton Area
Texas Czech Genealogical Society Website: txczgs.org
Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs”
For membership: Merlene Bravenec (254) 778-7285
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Chamber of Commerce, the Central Texas Tourism Council, and Temple Convention and Visitors Bureau. For questions, call the Czech Heritage Museum (254) 899-2935. —SPJST—
Stříbrňanka debuts March 3 in Houston
Czech Republic brass orchestra Stříbrňanka will debut March 3, 2012, in Prague Hall in Houston, Texas. You will not want to miss the Czech Republic Brass Orchestra (Dechová hudba Stříbrňanka) in their debut in Prague Hall at the Czech Center Museum Houston’s 18th Annual Members Friends Dinner on Saturday, March 3 at 6:30 p.m. Open to the public, the invitations are pending for a concert, dinner, dancing, and entertainment from the orchestra. RSVPs will be necessary by February 28. Complimentary valet parking. The orchestra is underwritten by the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas in collaboration with University of North Texas, Dr. Tom Sovik, and the Czech Center Museum Houston. For ticket price and more information, call (713) 528-2060 or email events@czechcenter.org. Effie Rosene CCMH Chairman Lodge 232, Mid-Houston —SPJST—
Ennis Czech Music Festival
Saturday, February 11, 2012 1:30 to 11:30 p.m.
Sokol Activity Center
2622 East Hwy 34 - Ennis, TX 75119 Jak Se Do - 1:30 p.m. Czech Harvesters - 3:30 p.m. Jodie Mikula Orchestra - 5:30 p.m. Czech and Then Some - 8 p.m. Ennis Czech Boys - 10 p.m.
Only $5 per person (Ages 14 and under free) Door prizes • Kitchen open Dress casual or in Czech kroj Doors open at 12:30 p.m. No reservations.
Pre-Party and Jam Session Friday, February 10 from 7 to 11 p.m. Sokol Clubroom • No Admission
For more info: (972) 878-4748 www.ennisczechmusicfestival.com
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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 - Please note time change of meeting: Second Sunday of each month, at the new time of 3 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room, 107 East Park Street, Hallettsville. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room.
LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA (3) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. at PointBank Community Center, 739 East Liberty Street, Pilot Point. For directions/meeting information, contact Brian Heitzman (940) 686-4429; or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Friday, February 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) 826-0005. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Hall, 503 Park Drive, Weimar.
LODGE 9, SNOOK (1) Lodge Hall: 457 CR 269, Snook. Directions: From Snook, turn on FM 2155 to downtown. At Snook School, stay right on Spur 2155. At “T”, turn right on CR 269. Go 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3732. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 425 CR 424, Dime Box. Directions: In Dime Box, turn left from FM 141 on CR 424. Go east on CR 425 for 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 884-1451; Hall Phone: (979) 8843211. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at the hall. Please join us!
LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 36, Buckholts. Directions: Hall is located on Highway 36, east of Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: (254) 593-2222. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Refreshments served after meeting, and door prizes awarded.
LODGE 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions: From Caldwell, turn from Highway 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles; turn left on CR 225. Go one mile, veering to the right. Lodge building is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Saturday, 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 Sunday, February 26—Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7/person
Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534; band bookings-Artie Monson (512) 281-3711; Hall phone: (512) 285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West 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.; doors open at 6 p.m. Bar and kitchen open.
Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Burlington. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit at blinking light on Hwy 53 to FM 485; go one mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Wilbert Mikeska (254) 9852484; Hall phone: (254) 985-2393; wmmike@peoplepc.com. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Visit www.spjstflaghall.com.
LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay on Hwy 287 East until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and go under the overpass at Interstate 45. Go approx. 3/4 mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (972) 875-8381; Hall Phone: (972) 875-8381. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Game room open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.
LODGE 26, SKIDMORE (7) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of March, June, and September, 3 p.m. at Skidmore Fire Station. Call Secretary Patricia Thompson (361) 364-1266 for December meeting date, time, and location.
LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 12 noon at Wharton County Library - East Bernard Branch, 746 Clubside Drive, East Bernard.
LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) Wednesday, 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 oldfashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, February 1—Senior citizens dominoes, 2 p.m. Friday, February 3—Night Skies featuring A.P. Patschke and Jess DeMaine, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Parents of the Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers from 6 to 9 p.m.) Wednesday, February 8—Lodge 29 meeting, 6:30 p.m. Covered dish meal following meeting. Live music by the Bobby Jay Five Band, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, February 10—Straight Up Country featuring Paul Schlesigner and Glenn Schneider, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Parents of the Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers from 6 to 9 p.m.) Friday, February 17—Stepsiders featuring Jason Arnold, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Parents of the Thrall 4H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers from 6 to 9 p.m.) Wednesday, February 22—Live music: Bobby Jay Five Band, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, February 24—Country Express, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Parents of the Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers from 6 to 9 p.m.)
The Thrall 4-H/FFA Booster Club will also be serving fish burgers as well as grilled cheese sandwiches on Fridays during Lent. The dates include February 24 to April 6. All Wednesday and Friday night dances have free admission.
Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, turn from Hwy. 95 onto East 11th. Turn left on Washburn at the “T”. Veer right on Thorndale Road. Go 1.8 miles on FM 619 to the hall. (From Hwy 79, turn north on FM 619, go .8 of a mile to the hall.) Hall Rental Information: (512) 352-9139; Hall Phone: (512) 352-9139. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Music: Second and fourth Wednesday of the month/music by Bobby Jay Five Band; Fridays, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.; oldfashioned hamburgers every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.; Senior Citizensʼ Dominoes: First Wednesday of the month, 2 p.m.
LODGE 30, TAITON (6) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo. LODGE 32, VICTORIA (6) Lodge Hall: 3502 North Laurent, Victoria. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Sunday following the adult lodge meeting at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 35, ELK (3)
Saturday, January 28—Heart of Texas Road Gang (HOT Road Gang) Saturday, February 11—Nolan Pick Band Saturday, February 25—Timeless Country
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
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LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca, Texas.
LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy 53, Temple. Directions: Star Hall is 5 miles east of Temple on Highway 53 (Adams Avenue). Seaton Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Edwin Pechal (254) 9842255; Hall Phone: (254) 985-2548. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Doors open at 6 p.m. LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: From Temple, take the South Loop. Turn right on FM 112. Go about 1/2 mile. Go about three miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (512) 365-3733. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of January through April and September through December at 5 p.m. at the lodge hall; meetings held the second Monday of May through August at 6 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of January through April and September through December at 5 p.m. at the lodge hall; youth meetings held the second Monday of May through August at 6 p.m. at the lodge hall.
LODGE 49, ROWENA (4) Lodge Hall: 706 FM 2133, Rowena. Hall Rental Information: (325) 442-4841. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 51, ELLINGER (1) Lodge Meetings: Third Friday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Ellinger Fire Department, West Main Street in Ellinger.
LODGE 54, WEST (3) Lodge Meetings: First Friday in March, June, and November and the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. at Lone Star Hall, 1201 North Davis Street, West, Texas. Youth Club Meetings: Third Saturday of each month, 10 a.m. Call Youth Leader Lisa Darnell (254) 644-2896 for location. LODGE 63, SWEET HOME (6) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. Call for meeting location.
LODGE 66, WACO (3) Lodge Hall: 722 Leroy Parkway, Elm Mott. Directions: From IH35 at Elm Mott, take FM 308 East exit. Go over the railroad tracks and go approx. 1/2 mile. Hall is on the right sitting back from FM 308 East. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG (1) Lodge Meetings: Call for quarterly meeting date, time, and location.
LODGE 73, SEYMOUR (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 12 p.m. Call for meeting location. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday in March and September at 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Lakeside City Fellowship Hall; second Sunday in June and December at 1 p.m. at Cunningham Center located at Presbyterian Manor.
LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Meal served at 1 p.m.; meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Hall Phone: (361) 854-8423. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi.
LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Lodge Hall: 12141 East FM 2268, Holland. Directions: On Hwy 95, south of Holland, turn east onto FM 2268; go 1/2 mile to hall on the right. Hall Rental Information: Frank Pajestka (254) 657-8176; Hall Phone: (254) 657-2485; or email SPJST80@yahoo.com. Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 4 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Saturday of each month 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Board of Directorsʼ Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 3:30 p.m. Bingo: Every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355.
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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. 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 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 Saturday, February 25—No dance
All dances are 8:30 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. For reservations, call (713) 8695767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. Beer, set-ups, soda, and ice sold at bar. Please do not bring from outside. *Dress code dances: evening attire for ladies and gentlemen. Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Highway 290—Take Magnum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall Rental Information: Lodge Hall: (713) 869-5767; or www.lodge88.org. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Bingo: Every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-621-2077-41001. LODGE 91, CROSBY (5) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings — to be announced in Vestnik. Contact Secretary Vonda Smesny (713) 870-7114.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) 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 Sunday, March 18—Don Peachey Orchestra. 3 to 7 p.m. Great midwestern music
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.
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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 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 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.
LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Saturday, January 28—Variety Dance/Frank Saturday, February 4—Mission Texas Saturday, February 25—Variety Dance/Frank
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 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 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 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) 982-4530. Hall Phone: (254) 982-4434. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall; Trustees meet at 6:30 p.m. Bingo: Every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and kitchen is open. LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at Carmine Lions Club Building, 201 Centennial Street, Carmine.
LODGE 180, BURLESON (3) Lodge Hall: 1150 South Burleson Boulevard, Burleson. Directions: IH35 West, one-quarter mile south of Hidden Creek Parkway exit in Burleson. Hall Rental Information: (817) 558-2400; (817) 295-3483; (817) 371-0255; (972) 268-0022; Hall Phone: (817) 295-9665. Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin.
LODGE 183, ARLINGTON (3) Lodge Hall: 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane, Arlington. Directions: Take IH35 West to Fort Worth. Take IH20 East exit and proceed on IH20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North and stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Take a right on Mayfield; go down and take a left on Pleasant Valley Lane. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: (817) 465-8538; (214) 8769029. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Last Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506.
LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Hall: FM 532 West, Moulton. Directions: From Texas 95 in Moulton, take FM 532 West four miles. Lodge hall is located on the right. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS (7) Lodge Meetings: Every other month - February, April, June, August, October, and December. Call for meeting date, time, and location. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Theresa Haag (830) 625-8262 for meeting date/time/location.
LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy. 36, Caldwell. Directions: Lodge building is just off Hwy. 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: (979) 567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Social games: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-2073309541002.
LODGE 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
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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) 373-9482. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall with a potluck meal served. Lodge provides the meat.
LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY (2) Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at Taylor Hall/Bruceville-Eddy Senior Center.
LODGE 201, BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 3948 FM 2502, Bleiblerville. Directions: Hall is across the street from the post office in Bleiblerville. Hall Rental Information: James Balke (979) 830-0796; (979) 830-0118. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 202, JOURDANTON (7) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. (March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m.) at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. (March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m.) at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton.
LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE (3) Lodge Meetings: For meeting date/time/location, call Norman Kneschk (254) 386-3222; or email normk_82@hughes.net. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Sandra Pierce (254) 485-5801 for meeting date, time, and location.
LODGE 207, IOWA PARK (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Mary Hatter (940) 322-8503; or any sales agent for meeting location.
LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: Every third Sunday of January, March, May, July, and September at 6 p.m. Contact Secretary Pam Lehmann (806) 561-5105 for location. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month at 5 p.m. Contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams (806) 990-3351 for location.
LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m. Call Secretary Edna Rivas (915) 727-2048 for meeting location.
LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Call for meeting location Secretary Tammy Copeland (325) 320-4089. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Courtney Holzberlain (325) 829-3377 for meeting date/time/location.
LODGE 246, MORGANʼS POINT (2) 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 Buffet, 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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