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Volume 100 Number 22

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Caitlin Orsak of Lodge 4, Hallettsville Crowned Miss Texas Czech-Slovak

The Czech Heritage Society of Texas held its 10th annual Miss Texas Czech-Slovak Queen Pageant at the West KC Hall in West, Texas, on Saturday, April 28, 2012.

Three young ladies competed for the title of Miss Texas Czech Slovak Queen 2012.

The competition consisted of personal interviews with three judges, an on-stage interview and question related to their desires to celebrate and preserve their heritage, kroj modeling, and a talent competition.

Congratulations to SPJST Lodge 4,

Hallettsville member Caitlin Orsak who was crowned Miss Texas Czech Slovak Queen 2012!

Caitlin modeled a kroj (Czech costume) from her ancestral village of Novy Hrozenkov, Czech Republic. Much of her kroj was handmade for her by Virginia Svetlik. Her blue apron was an authentic apron purchased in the Czech Republic and is made by stamping wax patterns on white fabric and then dying the fabric blue. The resulting effect is a blue apron with a

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May 30, 2012

State Horseshoe Tournament Winners Announced

SPJST State Horseshoe Tournament was held at Lions Park in Temple, Texas, on Saturday May 12, 2012, with a good attendance. Members as well as non-members showed up to compete in the competition for the top four places. Although not everyone could finish in these positions, all who participated had a great time competing. And, the fraternalism was great for all participants and spectators.

Each team pitched 14 rounds. In the end, there was a tie for third and fourth place. These two teams had to pitch one more round to determine who would come in third and who will have to settle for fourth place. The results revealed George Pauling of Lodge 66, Waco and Woody Richards of Lodge 29, Taylor taking fourth

place. Third place went to Travis Russell and Brad Russell (non-members).

Second place went to Tim Russell, non-member, and Kyle Crawford of Lodge 6, Cottonwood with 11 games won and three games lost. First place was awarded to Paul Hutchinson and Dennis Dulock, both non-members with 13 games won and one game lost.

Thanks to all participants and spectators who supported the participants throughout the day. The day ended in a fraternal way with all participants having a great day of fun while competing for the top position.

Fraternally submitted, Chester Jenke, FICF State Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—

Czech Barbie

Lodge 84, Dallas members Carole Faraizl, left, and her mother Carolyn Nemec visited the Czech Heritage Museum recently and donated a Moravian Barbie Doll to the museum. They are pictured presenting the doll to CHM Curator Kenny Lange. Carole and Carolyn were visiting the museum with the Ellis County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas. More on page 21.

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Convention Corner..............................3 Important Dates ...................................3 Interest Rates.......................................3 Readers Write ......................................4 Lodge Section......................................8 Reunions ............................................20

Winners of the 2012 SPJST State Horseshoe Tournaments are, front, left to right, 1st place - Paul Hutchinson and Dennis Dulock and 2nd place - Kyle Crawford of Lodge 6, Cottonwood and Tim Russell. BACK: 3rd - Travis and Brad Russell and 4th - Woody Richards of Lodge 29, Taylor and George Pauling of Lodge 66, Waco. More on page 9.

Inside This Week’s Vestnik

Youth Section ....................................22 Vestnik Project ..................................24 Czech Culture ....................................26 Czech Cultural Calendar...................27 Advertisements.............................28-29 Lodge Calendar .................................30

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District Presidents, FACs meet in Temple

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Lodge 38 Kovar hosts annual picnic

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Lodge 229 Abilene Youth Club rides SPJST Float

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ˇ ´ VESTNIK

Wednesday, May 30, 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: cejenke@gvec.net 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 - Beverly J. Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Texas 76875 - (325) 442-4841 - email: bjtep@verizon.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 - 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, 141 Meadow Park Drive, Georgetown, Texas 78626 - (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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Communit y SPJST Traditions

Hats off to Lodge 24, Cyclone for hosting another spectacular

Mother’s Day barbecue lunch. This is actually a great community service because so many people commented that they are grateful for not having to either cook or go wait in line at a crowded restaurant. So, keep up the great job, Lodge 24 members. And, thanks for continuing this great tradition in the Cyclone community.

100 Years of Greatness This week’s shout out goes to two very special people—my aunt Henrietta (Zavodny) Slavik and my cousin Retta Slavik Chandler. We had the pleasure of visiting and spending some rare time together at Lodge 24, Cyclone on Mother’s Day. Aunt Henrietta —like the Vestnik—is celebrating a very special milestone. She was born just a couple months prior to the when the very first issue of the Vestnik was published in 1912. Aunt Henrietta will celebrate her 100th birthday on June 12. The Vestnik published its first issue on September 1, 2012.

Aunt Henrietta is a longtime member of Lodge 24, Cyclone.

This Week’s Vestnik As we close out this week’s Vestnik, only a few items remain that have not been published. So we are slowly getting through our backlog of items. Thank you for your patience. And, this week’s Vestnik is 32 full color pages — instead of the 40 and 48 that we have had for the past several weeks! So the “SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment” has been returned to its place on the inside back pages. Thanks to all who noticed and inquired about this change.

Correction Please make a note of this corrected information from the local lodge secretary’s listing that appeared in the May 16 Vestnik. Lodge 79’s listing should read: Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Virginia Rebecek 6325 Brianna Circle Corpus Christi, Texas 78414 (361) 816-3128

My beautiful aunt Henrietta (Zavodny) Slavik and the Vestnik have a lot in common.

They are both celebrating their 100th birthdays in 2012! This is Aunt Henrietta with her daughter Retta Slavik Chandler and me at Lodge 24, Cyclone.

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. Members’ 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.

VӖSTNÍK SPJST Farm/ Commercial Property Rates

SPJST INTEREST RATES Universal Life

Farm/commercial property rates are subject to change without notice. Call the SPJST Home Office (800) 7277578.

Farm/Commercial Property Rates

75% Owner Farm Property 5.00% for 1 to 10 years 5.25% for 11 to 20 years Commercial Property 6.00% for 1 to 10 years 6.25% for 11 to 15 years

Universal Life 4.50% for Annualized* Annuities

Annuity I** 5.00% for Annualized*

Annuity II** 3.50% for Annualized* Annuity III** 3.50% for Annualized*

**Not currently being marketed.

Annuity IV 3.50% for Annualized*

* Rates effective 05/01/12 through 07/31/12.

5-Year Annuity

When purchased, current interest rates are guaranteed for 5 years.

Band 1—$10,000 to $24,999 Current Rate: 3.50% Band 2—$25,000 to $49,999 Current Rate: 3.60% Band 3—$50,000 and up Current Rate: 3.70%

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CONVENTION O R N E R Corrections to Delegate List

Below is a list of corrections to the delegates’ listing that was printed in the May 9 Vestnik. This includes corrected lodge headings, spellings, and substitute delegates that are to be seated.

District One Lodge 179, Warrenton Ricky L. Weyand Lodge 186, Caldwell John T. Cannon Linda H. Cannon

District Three Lodge 92, Fort Worth Evelyn H. Scaff Alfred J. Kercho

Joseph P. Hubenak Sherrie Kubala Watkins Mary Ann Krivanek

District Five Lodge 91, Crosby Vonda V. Smesny William D. Locke Lodge 139, Danbury David S. Baldwin, Jr. Lonnie L. Lostak

Lodge 255, Katy Don Fruin —SPJST—

District Seven June 3 delegates’ meeting

District Seven delegates are encouraged to attend a District Seven Delegates’ Meeting on Sunday, June 3, 2012, at 4 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville Hall. Please bring the May 9 issue of the Vestnik which contains by-law recommendations.

Light refreshments will be served.

Fraternally, Bettie House District Seven By-Law Committee Representative —SPJST—

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Family Fun and Important Dates

May 31 May 31 June 2 June 3

Flag Day Essay Contest Deadline SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Order Deadline SPJST Float • Snookfest Parade (1) District Seven Delegates’ Meeting Lodge 107, Floresville June 3 Lodge 47, Seaton Picnic (2) June 3 Lodge 63, Sweet Home Picnic Green-Dickson Park, Shiner (6) June 3 Lodge 88, Houston Homecoming (5) June 7-9 Leader-in-Training Retreat SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm June 10 SPJST Convention Howdy Party Killeen Civic and Conference Center June 11-13 SPJST Convention Killeen Civic and Conference Center June 14 Flag Day June 16 SPJST Float • Holland Cornfest Parade (2) June 17 Father’s Day June 24 District Three Youth Achievement Day Lodge 92, Fort Worth June 24 District Five Youth Achievement Day Lodge 88, Houston July 1 District Seven Youth Achievement Day Jourdanton ISD July 4 Independence Day • SPJST Home Office Closed July 4 SPJST Float • Belton Fourth of July Parade July 4 SPJST Float • Arlington Fourth of July Parade July 5-8 District Three Summer Camp • Cooper Farm July 12-15 Districts Five/Six/Seven Summer Camp • Cooper Farm July 14 District Two Youth Achievement Day Lodge 80, Holland July 14 Lodge 51, Ellinger Annual Picnic (1) July 15 District One Youth Achievement Day Caldwell Civic Center July 15 July 19-22 July 21 July 22

Lodge 6, Cottonwood Picnic (3) District One Summer Camp • Cooper Farm District Four Youth Achievement Day Lodge 49, Rowena District Six Youth Achievement Day Taiton Community Center —SPJST—

Please Donate Today!

Czech Heritage Museum Challenge Grant Every SPJST Member is challenged to give $10 or more by May 31, 2012.

Mail tax-deductible donation to: Czech Heritage Museum 119 West French Avenue Temple, Texas 76501

Thank you kindly for your donation.

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Readers Write

Scholarship recipient appreciates award

Dear Readers, In just a few short weeks, I will graduate from high school. SPJST’s Youth Program has been a major influence on my childhood and as that chapter of my SPJST life closes, I thank everyone who contributed to it.

The youth club helped me develop in a way that has me poised to be successful in the future.

SPJST has recently generously awarded me with a scholarship, largely due to my involvement in the youth program. I thank SPJST for its contribution to my college education.

I am glad that this organization, which has already been so kind to me, will be following me in my next steps of development through this scholarship.

Thank you.

Fraternally, Samuel Vanicek Lodge 24, Cyclone —SPJST—

Lodge 258, Seguin member pledges to represent all members, lodges in District Seven

Dear Members and Delegates, The 31st SPJST Convention is just around the corner.

It is an honor and privilege to have been elected to represent your lodge, and I congratulate you.

This shows that your lodge has faith in your decisions that will be made and have placed their trust in you to make the right decisions to move SPJST forward in the next four years.

Earlier, I mailed a resume with my qualifications and experience to the delegates of District Seven—and also submitted it to the Vestnik. I hope you have taken time to review these. If you need another copy so that you can review these, please let me know and I will be happy to send you one. If anyone has any questions, please feel free to call me (210) 413-3053 or email me at cejenke@gvec.net, and I will be happy to discuss any concerns, comments, or suggestions. I am never

any farther away than a phone call or an email.

When elected District Seven Director, I will represent all members of the district and work with all lodges to promote growth for the lodges, the district, and SPJST. When topics come up at Supreme Lodge meetings, prior to making a decision as to how I will vote, I will first evaluate the topic.

How will it affect SPJST? Is it beneficial to SPJST? How will it affect the members, and how will it affect local lodges?

One topic that has been a thorn in my side is the reassignment of lodges.

For many years, I have felt that the members involved in the reassignment should have a voice as to which lodge they want to be a member. If the proposed Article 43, section (g) passes, the guidelines have been set by the delegates for any future reassignments and must be adhered to by all districts.

If for some unknown reason, this proposed by-law does not pass, we already have Article 70 on the books for lodge mergers, and I will promote these guidelines for all lodges in the process of being merged.

Your support and votes will be appreciated. I am looking forward to seeing and visiting with all delegates on June 10 to 13 in Killeen, Texas.

Fraternally, Chester Jenke, FICF Lodge 258, Seguin —SPJST—

Member disappointed with May 9 Vestnik

Dear Melanie, I am sorry to say that I was greatly disappointed by the May 9 issue of Vestnik. And, specifically with the ”Reports” by Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, Vice President Gene McBride, Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska, and Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak. These are supposed to be reports and are to be nothing else, reports. Every one of these reports end with “ask for your support,” “to re-elect me,” “ask your support.” This is so so unprofessional.

Do the other delegates get “free space” also? Where is the information about them? Don’t you think you should run a bio about each candidate running for a position free and with picture also? Shouldn’t these men pay

for this free advertisement they just got? This is only fair. We are a fair, democratic country aren’t we?

It is not fair to everyone in the lodge that these men can flash “please support me” in the Vestnik and anyone outside of Temple has to pay for an advertisement.

Fraternally yours, Genevieve Elliott Lodge 81, Needville

Editor’s Note: Dear Genevieve, Thank you for your letter. I appreciate you writing and asking these questions. Article 32 (g) of our bylaws states, “Every officer of the Supreme Lodge must publish his convention report in the Vestnik 30 days before the convention. Directors may submit one joint report if they so agree.”

Any member (delegates included) can submit articles to the Vestnik at no charge. Items are published according to Article 85.

Candidates seeking elected SPJST positions are encouraged to submit their biographies and photos in an effort to inform members and delegates of their intentions and for delegates and members to get to know the candidates. For the upcoming 2012 Convention, the Vestnik has published bios and photos for these candidates: Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek May 9, 2012 Vestnik

Supreme Lodge Vice President Hiram Dixon (withdrew) January 11, 2012 Vestnik Delisle Doherty October 19, 2011 Vestnik Frank Horak May 30, 2012 Vestnik Philip McBee (withdrew) February 8, 2012 Vestnik Gene McBride March 7, 2012 Vestnik

Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska March 28, 2012 Vestnik Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny May 9, 2012 Vestnik

Supreme Lodge Directors District One Director Donnie Victorick April 11, 2012 Vestnik

District Two Director Jesse Pospisil April 4, 2012 Vestnik Bobby Wuensche May 2, 2012 Vestnik

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District Three Director Johnnie Krizan May 30, 2012 Vestnik

District Four Director Larry Capps May 23, 2012 Vestnik Billy Rollwitz March 21, 2012 Vestnik District Six Director Karen Kaspar April 18, 2012 Vestnik

District Seven Director Bob Bayer March 28, 2012 Vestnik Chester Jenke April 4, 2012 Vestnik

In addition, four of these candidates (Delisle Doherty - April 11, 2012; Bob Bayer - May 9, 2012; Billy Rollwitz - May 16, 2012; and Chester Jenke - May 30, 2012) have submitted additional details, photographs, and qualifications that have been published in the Vestnik’s “Readers Write” section.

The Publication Committee adopted guidelines regarding political endorsements and political advertisements. The Vestnik will accept political advertisements and endorsements. Political candidates wishing to advertise in the Vestnik must be SPJST members. Political endorsements for any elected office (SPJST or other) must be in the form of a paid advertisement in the Vestnik.

Individuals will pay the commercial advertisement rate ($6 per column inch); lodges will pay the lodge rate ($2 per column inch). Lodge advertisements for political endorsements must have been voted on and approved by the members in a lodge meeting. All political advertisements and endorsements must be paid in advance.

Thank you again for your letter and for your membership in SPJST. —Editor Melanie —SPJST—

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Frank Horak announces candidacy for Supreme Lodge Vice President

Dear SPJST Members After many months of soul searching and prayer, I am announcing my candidacy for Supreme Lodge Vice President. My membership with SPJST started 44 years ago when my first insurance certificate was issued. SPJST is very dear to my heart. I am of Czechoslovakian decent, and my greatgrandparents came to Texas just like so many others looking for a better life.

You are very important to the future growth of SPJST. Currently in our country, families are struggling to make ends meet. People who are my age sometimes think of themselves as being invincible – yet we don’t think about those important questions: Will my family be able to cover the cost of a funeral? Will my family be able to financially take care of themselves in case of my death? These are tough questions to ask ourselves but must do so for the financial security of our family.

I came to SPJST in May 2007 where I began working in the Insurance Department as Assistant to the Vice President. I worked closely with Home Office staff, District Field Representatives, and sales agents. My duties as Assistant to the Vice President were to process new sales agent applications, data entry, agent commissions, agent license application, continuing education classes for sales agents, and entering new insurance products into our computer certificate program. I am a parttime sales agent for my local lodge. I have a great deal of respect for Gene McBride in his many years of service to SPJST. In October 2010, I chose to apply for State Youth Director, and in November 2010 made the transition. My motivation in earning the State Youth Director’s position was to better myself and work in a more managerial position with SPJST. During my time as State Youth Director, I have been able to provide leadership to the Fraternal Youth Department. Leadership is one vital part of having a successful business. During my time as State Youth Director, I have listened to our youth leaders about the camp application process and how they wanted to update the process online. I did my research and reviewed how other camps were processing camp applications, and with the help of Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny, presented the proposal to the Supreme Lodge. With Supreme Lodge approval,

we started working on revamping the applications and setting it up on the SPJST youth website page. The Youth Department is currently processing the online applications. I closely work with my District Youth Counselors, Assistant District Youth Counselors, youth leaders, and parents to make the Youth Program a success.

If I am elected to the office of the Vice President, I will work diligently for you, the members, to make the Marketing and Insurance Department a success. I was taught from an early age that customer service is very important to the operation of a successful business. My philosophy to good customer service is – to form a good relationship with you by listening to your feedback, identifying your needs, explaining those options to you, and finalizing a solution. Currently, SPJST provides good products and I will strive to make sure that doesn’t change. It is very important to me that I work for you on a personal level and show you how much you matter to SPJST. We need to research and review new marketing strategies that will appeal to our current membership as well as new members.

I await the opportunity to visit with you in the upcoming weeks, and I want to thank you in advance for your support to be your Supreme Lodge Vice President.

Fraternally yours, Frank Horak Lodge 80, Holland —SPJST—

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Johnnie Krizan announces candidacy for District Three Director

To The Membership of SPJST: With the 31st SPJST Convention fast approaching and having publicly informed the membership of District Three at both the October 23, 2011, and the April 22, 2012, district meetings, I would like to take this opportunity to inform the membership-at-large that I will seek re-election as Director of District Three.

SPJST operates as a non-profit fraternal benefit society chartered by the State of Texas Department of Insurance and by virtue of IRS Code Section 501 (c)(8). As your representative, I pledge to maintain this status by emphasizing the need to recruit members who share our chartered purposes and common bond. If our Society continues to maintain our unique and independent nature as it has over the past 115 years, our future seems bright for future generations to come. Let us always be proud of all our accomplishments, our forward looking ideas, our free thinking spirit, and our loyal membership base that makes our Society equal and envy to all.

SPJST has been a vital part of my life for over 50 years. Its training programs and community involvement activites has provided me with a wealth of experience and personal enjoyment.

The years spent in the youth program, local lodge functions, district activities, and convention sessions have provided me with the leadership ability and knowledge to better serve the Society.

Academically, I have a bachelor of business administration degree from Baylor University with majors in accounting and management. My previous work experience has included serving as an accountant for four years at a large construction company, five years at a real estate land development company, and two years at a local certified public accountant (CPA) firm.

Currently, I am a self-employed busi-

nessman involved in agriculture, real estate holdings, investments, fraternal life sales, and work full-time for the United States Postal Service as an express mail clerk.

The sum of my SPJST involvement, business training, and work experience should qualify me for any position within the Society.

It has been a high honor to serve and represent the members and lodges of District Three for the past 15 years. If re-elected, I pledge to continue to be a strong and independent voice, maintain a high fiduciary responsibility, promote as many cost-effective benefits as possible, and try to provide the best return of investment for the membership at all times. By nature, I am a fiscal conservative and will be proud to employ good Czech frugality when necessary.

I look forward to serving you again as a I ask for your vote of confidence and support at this convention.

Fraternally, Johnnie R. Krizan Lodge 6, Cottonwood —SPJST—

GRADUATE CONGRATULATIONS! MATTHEW LAWRENCE HOELSCHER

Matthew is a member of Lodge 47, Seaton and a graduate of Rosebud-Lott High School. He is the son of Mark and Patricia Hoelscher, and the grandson of Lawrence and Margaret Vrazel, and Betty Hoelscher and the late Gerald Hoelscher.

Matthew’s future plan is to attend Blinn College.

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Scenes from SPJST District One Spring Meeting Sunday, April 15, 2012 • Lodge 38, Kovar

LEFT PHOTO: The 2012 District One Officers are, left to right, President Randy Gaas (17), First Vice President Josef Orsak (9), Assistant DYC Holly Narro (17), Second Vice President/FAC Kyle Skrabanek (17), Treasurer/Assistant DYC Ann Schoeneman (9), Secretary Lindy Beasley (17), District Youth Counselor Susan Skrabanek (17), and Assistant DYC

Sharon Russell (13). CENTER PHOTO: Congratulations to first place winners in the Czech Easter Egg Decorating Contest (Kraslice). They are, left to right, Chandler Sebesta (17), Kyle Brinkman (186), Emily Lewis (9), and Zachary Shelfer (9). RIGHT PHOTO: Youth prepared caring cards to be presented to children at the Children’s Hospital in Temple.

LEFT PHOTO: Youth work on caring cards for children staying at the Children’s Hospital. CENTER PHOTO: Members of Lodge 186, Caldwell receive a plaque in appreciation of their support for the Fort Hood Memorial. Pictured are, left to right, Director Donnie Victorick, Carol

Coker, Larry Brinkman, and Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska. RIGHT PHOTO: Serving on the audit committee for the District One Spring Meeting were, left to right, Sharon Kovar (9), Larry Brinkman (186), and Linda Gaas (17).

LEFT PHOTO: SL Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska presents checks to Treasurer Ann Schoeneman for the District One fund and DYC Susan Skrabanek for the youth fund. CENTER PHOTO: Youth

kraslice contest participants. RIGHT PHOTO: District One Director Donnie Victorick, left, and wife Janice and SL Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska and wife Dorothy.

Members visit at the District One Spring Meeting. Pictured left to right are Alfred Hellinger (38), Edwin Zimmerhanzel (38), Don Strickland

(169), Ben Trcalek, Jr. (17), Director Victorick (9), Johnnie Janak (38), Josef Orsak (9), and Bill Orsak (9).

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Scenes from SPJST District Four Spring Meeting

Saturday, April 28, 2012 • LaQuinta Inn Banquet Room in Midland, Texas

LEFT PHOTO: The 2012 District Four Officers are, front, left to right, Vice President/FAC Sylvia Rollwitz (49), President Joyce Kotulek (207), and Secretary Becky Wood (49). Back: Supreme Lodge SecretaryTreasurer Leonard Mikeska, Flag Bearer Cammi Teplicek (49), Treasurer Brad K. Teplicek (49), District Youth Counselor Beverly J. Teplicek (49), Flag Bearer Brandon Teplicek (49), and District Four Director Billy

Rollwitz. CENTER PHOTO: Congratulations to kraslice contest winners. They are, left to right, Megan Booher (49), Jordan Taylor (229), Chelsy Stevens (229), and Crissy Brooks (229). RIGHT PHOTO: District Four presented a $500 check to SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm. District Four President Joyce Kotulek presents the check to SPJST ENC Director Brad K. Teplicek.

LEFT PHOTO: Larry Capps of Lodge 157, Lubbock lights a candle in memory of deceased members. Looking on are District Four FAC Sylvia Rollwitz and 2011 District Four King Carson Lehmann. CENTER PHOTO: Congratulations to all participants for entering the Czech

Easter Egg Decorating Contest (Kraslice). RIGHT PHOTO: District Four officers, left to right, Treasurer Brad K. Teplicek, DYC Beverly J. Teplicek, President Joyce Kotulek, and Vice President/FAC Sylvia Rollwitz and District Four King Carson Lehmann lead the meeting.

LEFT PHOTO: Baltazar Nunez, Bertha Rodriguez, and Arnulfo Rivera look over kraslice at the meeting. CENTER PHOTO: Kraslice designs.

RIGHT PHOTO: State Youth Director Frank Horak, left, District Four

Youth Counselor Beverly J. Teplicek, and District Four Director Billy Rollwitz visit after the meeting. Beverly is the newly elected District Youth Counselor.

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Lodge 4 Hallettsville honors mothers

Dear Members, Our lodge met on Sunday, May 13, 2012—Mother’s Day—at 3 p.m. at the Legion Tap Room.

President Joe Siptak opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Secretary-Treasurer Helen Zabransky read the minutes to the last meeting and gave the financial report.

Correspondence was read.

Resolution Chairman Gayenell Chudej read a resolution of sympathy for Leon “Red” Kahanek, Jr. Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus reported. She recognized youth club member Mark Siptak as a graduating senior. She presented him with a gift card and a decorated cake that was enjoyed at lunch.

Fraternal Activities Coordinator Annie Vahalik reported on upcoming activities. She recognized the oldest mother present as Vicky Zak and the youngest mother as Annie Vahalik.

Each received a pretty hanging basket.

FAC Annie also reminded the members of Memorial Day at the end of May. A moment of silence was held in memory of those who gave their life for their country.

Gayenell Chudej reported on bingo at Stevens Convalescent Center that she, Vicky Zak, and Evelyn Holy attended.

Congratulations to Caitlin Orsak of our lodge for being the recipient of SPJST’s first sponsorship scholarship receiving the Slovacek Sausage Scholarship.

Due to the SPJST Convention, our lodge voted to meet on Father’s Day—June 17 at 3 p.m.

Door prize winners were Lillie Balusek, Patsy Zabransky, and

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Jonathan Vahalik.

The meeting adjourned followed by lunch.

Afterward, the adults and youth joined together for our Join Hands Day project of placing flowers on the graves at the Velehrad SPJST Cemetery. Many thanks to Annie for getting the flowers along with members Gayenell Chudej, Vicky Zak, Shirley Kalmus, Lillie Balusek, Helen Zabransky, Patsy Zabransky, and Jonathan Vahalik who did a great job at the cemetery with the flowers. The cemetery looked beautiful and before

departing, Annie led the members in a prayer.

Next Meeting—June 17 The next meeting will be Sunday, June 17 at 3 p.m. at the Legion Tap Room. Fathers will be honored, games played, door prizes given, and lunch will be served.

Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 24, Cyclone expresses thanks

The members of Lodge 24, Cyclone would like to express our appreciation to all our friends, neighbors, and relatives for coming out and enjoying our Mother’s Day Dinner.

We can’t say how great we feel when we see all of you out having not just a good meal but staying and enjoying the evening.

First of all, we need to thank all the workers who made this day a success.

All the guys and women who made it

District Presidents, FACs Meet at SPJST Home Office

On Saturday, May 19, 2012, District Fraternal Activities Coordinators and District Presidents gathered at the SPJST Home Office in Temple for the annual meeting to learn and share ideas with fellow officers and take back new ideas to their respective districts and lodges. President Vanicek added to the meeting with a well-received presentation. District FACs attending were Kyle Skrabanek of Lodge 17, New Tabor in District One; Ruth Hanusch of Lodge 47, Seaton in District Two; Vicki Sims of Lodge 84, Dallas in District Three; Sylvia Rollwitz of Lodge 49, Rowena in District Four; Helen Zabransky of Lodge 4, Hallettsville in District Six; and Glen Pruski of Lodge 107, Floresville in District Seven.

District Presidents attending were Joyce Kotulek of Lodge 207, Iowa Park in District Four; Ashley Victorick of Lodge 88, Houston in District Five; and Colleen Jenke of Lodge 258, Seguin in District Seven.

—Submitted by Chester Jenke State Fraternal Activities Coordinator

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there at 3 a.m. and were still there when the doors closed.

We again need to mention Melanie of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point and David of Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy, Karla Kacir of Lodge 87, Temple, and this year, we were honored to have Jesse and Linda Pospisil of Lodge 29, Taylor for offering to help us out. It’s always great to have a few extra hands.

Thanks to the youth leaders and their crew. As usual, they did a great job with the desserts. All of you who were so generous to bring desserts— thank you. We just can’t do it without each of you.

The ladies in the front and back serving lines always have a smile, and this is what makes you guys so special. I know the guys at the pit always have a happy face—especially when we say, “The coffee is made. Come and get it.” This only happens at about 5:30 a.m. Gosh, you all just don’t know what you are missing!

Great fun makes for happy faces.

Thanks again for all who helped make this 25th year another success.

Margaret and Wilbert Mikeska Secretary/Dinner Chairmen —SPJST—

Lodge 38, Kovar hosts community reunion

SPJST Lodge 38, Kovar hosted the 52nd Annual Kovar Community Reunion on May 6, 2012. Descendants from the pioneer Czech families from the Kovar area met once again for a prayer service, fellowship, and a hayride for the kids Kovar was settled by three Czech families from the Vsetin region of Moravia, in the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains. They arrived in the area in the early 1870s. By 1900, there were 73 families in the Kovar area.

The original families were Kovar, Stasny, and Kubicek. They were soon joined by others: Palla, Volcik, Kalina, Malina, Lastovica, Hajdik, Holubec, Hribek, Meduna, Hofferek, Holub, Adamcik, Kruppa, and Zimmerhanzel to mention a few.

The community reunion is a very well attended reunion. Several of the descendants have done extensive genealogical research, both here and in the Czech Republic. There were fam-

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ily trees to study as well as multiple books and stories about the beginnings of Kovar.

This reunion is held on the first Sunday in May every year at the SPJST Lodge 38 Hall in Kovar. The prayer service usually starts around 11 a.m. If you have a connection to Kovar, this is a reunion you shouldn’t miss.

Donna Zimmerhanzel Treasurer —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton picnic this Sunday

A reminder to everyone that SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton will have its annual lodge picnic on Sunday, June 3, 2012.

Fried chicken and homemade sausage along with all the trimmings will be served from 11 a.m. until sold out.

You can enjoy your meal in the comfort of the hall or outdoors.

Drive-Thru Plates-To-Go This year, plates-to-go will be available with the convenience of not having to get out of your vehicle. It will be our first year for a drive-thru to pick up your plates. If you take advantage of the drive-thru, we hope you will come back and enjoy an afternoon of a good time in East Bell County.

We are looking forward to a day of good food, fun, and fellowship. Highlights of the day will be live music outside provided by a host of friends, a bake sale with kolaches, cakes, pies, home grown vegetables, good home

canned food, and crafts. Bingo and a country store spinning wheel will also be held. All activities will begin at 1 p.m. with bingo, country spinning wheel, and bake sale being held inside. Make plans to sign up for the horseshoe tournament by 12 noon that day. Activities will end at 3:30 p.m. for everyone to be able to enjoy the beseda dancers and the live auction.

The District Two Youth Beseda groups will perform at 3:45 p.m. We are proud to have these dancers, which consist of youth ages six to 18 performing for your entertainment. They will be also performing at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas on October 7.

There will be a prize drawing held with some really nice prizes—flat screen television; wooden glider; $150 Academy gift card; $100 Wal-Mart gift card; $75 HEB gift card; and $50 Ratibor Country Grill gift card. Who knows? It may be your turn to be the lucky winner of one of these nice prizes. Tickets may be bought in advance from any lodge member or at the picnic that day.

There will be a live auction held at 4 p.m. It’s always a treat to see what items are to be auctioned off. This year, we are in hopes to have some antiques.

I have always heard one of the most enjoyable things about the Seaton Picnic is getting to see friends and visiting with one another. I truly believe this. What a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon. We hope to see you there—Sunday, June 3 at Seaton Star Hall!

Tractor Pull Star Hall will be hosting the T.A.T.P.A. Sanctioned Tractor Pull on Saturday, June 2 beginning at 11 a.m. and also on the day of the picnic with

events beginning at 1 p.m. Let’s hope the weather will cooperate. Come on out and see how those tractors pull that weight. We are hoping to have area ones participating. The youth club will have the outdoor kitchen open on Saturday only selling sausage wraps beginning at 11 a.m.

Your Help and Donations Needed Members and anyone who would like to help, we are in need of bingo and country store items, desserts for the meal, desserts and crafts for the sweet booth, and live auction items.

Your donations for any of the above mentioned will be greatly appreciated.

Workers are needed in all areas.

Please remember your help is needed for preparations on Saturday, May 26 at 8 a.m., June 2 at 8 a.m. and again on the day of the picnic at 8 a.m. and throughout the day.

Picnic Chairpersons Picnic chairpersons are: Kitchen—Joyce Skrabanek Bingo—Becky Zavodny Raffle—Lucy Mihatsch Bake Sale—Betty Lou Marek Live Auction—Frank Klinkovsky and LaVerne Vanicek

Please contact these named to see where you can help out.

We thank everyone in advance for your support of our lodge picnic. With your support, we are proud to be able to give back and help our community and other organizations.

We hope to see you all at Star Hall on Sunday, June 3!

Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, Secretary —SPJST—

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Lodge 47, Seaton: annual picnic time

SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton members invite everyone—members, and friends—to its annual picnic on Sunday, June 3, 2012, five miles east of Temple on Highway 53.

Fried chicken and homemade sausage with all the trimmings will be served from 11 a.m. until sold out.

Available will be a drive-thru lane for plates-to-go, or you may enjoy your meal in the comfort of the air conditioned hall. Plates will be $8.

Make plans to join us for food, fun, and fellowship with your friends. The highlight of the day will be musical entertainment by musicians who enjoy performing just for you. A bake sale will include kolaches, cakes, pies, fresh vegetables, and other goodies.

There will be a country store and bingo inside the hall. Sign-up for the horseshoe tournament will be at 12 noon. Throwing starts at 1 p.m. The youth beseda dancers of District Two will perform at 3:45 p.m. Live auction will start at 4 p.m.

T.A.T.P.A. Sanctioned Tractor Pull begins on Saturday June 2 at 11 a.m. weather permitting. The youth will be selling sausage wraps and chips at 12 noon. Drinks will be available from an outside bar. The tractor pull will continue on Sunday, June 3 at 1 p.m.

Donations are needed, including items for the live auction, bingo, country store, sweet booth, and desserts to go with the meal.

Thank you in advance for your support. We are looking forward to seeing you Sunday, June 3.

Frank Klinkovsky, FAC —SPJST—

Scenes from State Horseshoe Tournament Saturday, May 12, 2012 • Lions Park in Temple, Texas

State Horseshoe Tournament participants enjoy the tournament.

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Lodge 24, Cyclone Hosts Mother’s Day Barbecue Lunch Sunday, May 13, 2012 • Lodge 24, Cyclone Flag Hall

LEFT PHOTO: Barbecuing the delicious chickens are, left to right, Wilbert Mikeska, Robert Macek, Steve Bruggman, Charles Schneider, Glen Chervenka, Harold Schneider, Jerry Cabla, Jason Hoelscher, Kenneth Andel, Billy Smetanka, Johnnie Klecka, and Mark Maddux. CEN-

TER PHOTO: Selling plates are Daniel Wilde, left, and Bobby Hoelscher.

RIGHT PHOTO: In the serving line are, left to right, Shirley Hoelscher, Joan Vanicek, Linda Smetanka, Mary Ann Billeck, Rosie Craft, and Dusty Andel.

LEFT PHOTO: Otis Beck, left, of Lodge 177, Academy visits with Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek (24). CENTER PHOTO: In the dessert booth are, left to right, Anne Ray, Kim Campbell, Brenda Mad-

dux, and Cathy Bruggman. RIGHT PHOTO: Serving tea are, left to right, Madison Malcik, Cole Campbell, Carla Kacir (87), and Derek Campbell.

LEFT PHOTO: Working in the youth club raffle booth are, front, left, to right, Sam Vanicek, Linda Wilde, Shelby Bruggman, Meghan Malcik, and Luke Ray. In back are Nash Campbell and Cade Campbell. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 47, Seaton members Edwin and Nelda Marek.

RIGHT PHOTO: Helping in the to-go plates line are, left to right, Cortni Ashcraft, Linda Pospisil (29), Kalen Ashcraft, Janet Ashcraft, Barbara Macek, Jesse Pospisil (29), Theresa Klecka, Lisa Hoelscher, Ann Schneider, Michael Hoelscher, and Nancy Posvar.

LEFT PHOTO: Brian Vanicek encourages everyone to buy tickets for the quilt made by Gayle Pomykal. CENTER PHOTO: Taking a break are Charles Schneider, Johnnie Klecka, and Billy Smetanka. RIGHT

PHOTO: Four generations attend the barbecue dinner. Pictured are Henrietta Slavik, daughter Retta and son-in-law Charles Chandler, grandson Ken Chandler, and great-grandson Ben Chandler.

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Lodge Osveta, No. 38, Kovar Hosts Annual Picnic

Sunday, April 22, 2012 • Lodge 38, Kovar Hall • Submitted by Donna Zimmerhanzel, Treasurer

The officers of Lodge 38, Kovar wish to thank everyone who helped to make our annual picnic on Sunday, April 22, 2012, a huge success. We were especially glad to see so many young people turning out to lend a hand. Thanks to all who cooked, cleaned, donated, and purchased. We could not keep the SPJST Hall going without your help!

We would like to thank these volunteers who did not get in the pictures: Rose Lastovica, Stanley Lastovica, Anna Davis, Mary Ann and Alvin Zimmerhanzel,

Alfred Hellinger, Sheri Holder, Linda, Betty, and Gilbert Barta, and Donna Zimmerhanzel.

Our lodge had three 50-year members—Ray Palla, Anna Diltz, and James Rabel. Naomi Novasad will receive her 75-year pin. Naomi and James were unable to attend the picnic. Their pins will be mailed.

Donna Zimmerhanzel, Treasurer —SPJST—

LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are the cooks—Edwin Zimmerhanzel, Trey Zimmerhanzel, Jean Lastovica, and Jean Hajdik. CENTER PHOTO: Anna Diltz is presented a 50-year pin by District One Director Donnie

Victorick, left, and Lodge 38 President John Janak. RIGHT PHOTO: Ray Palla, center, receives his 50-year pin from Director Victorick, left, and President Janak.

LEFT PHOTO: Auction—Cathy Smith, Rose Pietsch, Karen Hoelscher, and Ginny Johnson. CENTER PHOTO: Ticket sales—Zach Kirby, Ash-

ley Swinney, Emily and Chrissy Depine. RIGHT PHOTO: Mickey and Chelsea Mikulenka and Trent Cocington work the auction.

LEFT PHOTO: Auction Committee Ginny and Taylor Johnson and Kathy Maney. PHOTO 2: Ethan Holder, son of Sheri and Allan Holder, is the kitchen

supervisor! PHOTO 3: Stirring the stew are John and Allen Lastovica.

RIGHT PHOTO: Satisfied customers - Ryan Clark and Candace Bunte.

LEFT PHOTO: Volunteers hard at work! PHOTO 2: Ray and Wilbert Palla come every year to help us! PHOTO 3: Vicki Sell and crew wash

up! RIGHT PHOTO: Our auctioneer Jim Rosborough does a great job.

He was assisted by his brother Ryan Rosborough.

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Lodge 63 Sweet Home sets June 3 picnic

Lodge 63, Sweet Home will hold its monthly meeting and semi-annual social on June 3, 2012, at the GreenDickson Park in Shiner beginning at 12 noon. A happy hour will be followed by a short meeting. Then, lunch, furnished by the lodge, will be served. Since this is our picnic meeting, the meal will consist of hamburgers with all the trimmings.

Someone with a birthday in the first six months of the year will win a birthday cake baked by Donna Zabransky.

Also, door prizes will be given out during the afternoon.

We have several members who are receiving 50-year pins, and we hope they are able to attend so that we can formally present the pins to them.

Come out and enjoy the fellowship

of the Sweet Home members on June 3 at the park.

Fraternally, Elaine Berkovsky FAC/Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 76, Wichita Falls June meeting cancelled

Dear Members, Lodge 76, Wichita Falls has cancelled its June 3, 2012, meeting due to accidents of two members. The next meeting will be the second Sunday in September at Luby’s Cafeteria at 1 p.m.

Submitted by, Mary Ann Cook Secretary/Treasurer —SPJST—

Lodge 80, Holland to host Czech National Cemetery meeting

There will be a meeting of all persons interested in preserving the historical Czech National Cemetery in Holland, Texas. The meeting will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 2, 2012, at SPJST Lodge 80, Holland Hall, located on FM 2268. Anyone who has relatives or friends buried at the site is especially encouraged to attend. The late Darwin (Monk) Ivicic was instrumental in obtaining historical status for the cemetery.

For more information, call Rita Spinn (254) 778-6958 or Frank Pajestka, Jr. (254) 657-8176.

Fraternally submitted, Rita Spinn, President —SPJST—

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Lodge 81 Needville reports on May meeting

The May 2012 meeting of Lodge 81, Needville was held on Sunday, the 20th. At 12 noon, President Vincent Newman gave a prayer of thanks. We had a delicious fried chicken meal.

The members brought an assortment of vegetables and 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 food.

President Vincent Newman called the business meeting to order at 1 p.m.

Bradley Stavinoha led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. All officers answered the roll call. Added to our sick list were Charlie Pesak and Mildred Blinka. We hope you both get well soon.

Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall

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Lodge 9, Snook adults, youth join hands to beautify cemetery

On May 6, 2012, adult lodge members and youth members participated in the Join Hands Day project. Once again this year, youth and adults met to clean the Snook Cemetery. We weeded and cleared off old flowers, replacing them with

bright, multicolored, new flowers. Once we completed our project, the cemetery looked great.

—SPJST—

LEFT PHOTO: Konnor and Stacey Eldridge. CENTER PHOTO: Madelyn Rodriguez, Kamree Walker, Tatiana Tates, Konnor Eldridge, Ann Schoeneman, Caleb See, Sydney Faust, Loree Lewis, Marie Shelfer, Colby See, Grace Lewis, Carlee See, Landon Eldridge, Nikolas Faust, Hayden Kovar,

Stacey Eldridge, Braxton Faust, Courtney Macik, Bill Orsak, James Faust, Josef Orsak, Colton Orsak, David Kovar, Randy See, Kaylea Walker, Natalee See, Robert Lewis, James Schoeneman, and Sharon Kovar. RIGHT PHOTO: Colby, Carlee, and Natalee See weeding.

LEFT PHOTO: Mrs. Ann and Mr. James lend us a hand with preparing flowers to be placed on the graves. PHOTO 3: Robert Lewis, Zachary Shelfer, and Sheila Orsak get involved in the cleaning. PHOTO 3: Hay-

den Kovar loads weeds onto a wheelbarrow. RIGHT PHOTO: Colton Orsak cleans his grandma and grandpa’s graves at Snook Cemetery.

—Submitted by Zachary Shelfer

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read the minutes from the March and the April meetings. Since there weren’t any corrections, they were approved as read.

Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha read his report, and it was approved as read.

Special Funds Chairman Tom Stavinoha read his report, and it was approved as read.

Under old business, Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall told everyone that Join Hands Day which was held on May 5 was a great success. Willie Mae coordinated with the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home and Catholic Life of once again doing bingo with the residents.

Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall read a thank you note from Katie Janda, whom we sponsored as the Needville Youth Fair queen candidate.

Under new business, we were honoring our 50-year members and one 75-year member. The 50-year members who attended the meeting and received their pins were Gloria Dubec and Sarah Hurta. We were pleased to see 75-year member Dorothy Barak as she received her pin. The members who were not present to receive their

Lodge 4, Hallettsville Honors Mothers

pins were Phyllis Rosenbaum, Phillip Ward, and Lenora Marak.

Door prize winners were Bradley Stavinoha, Shirley Northcut, Dorothy Kuban, and Willie Mae Kuykendall. Congratulations to our lucky winners.

Lodge 4, Hallettsville honored the oldest and youngest mothers present at the May meeting.

Vicky Zak, left, was the oldest, and Annie Vahalik was the youngest.

Each received a hanging plant basket.

Next Meeting—June 17 For our next meal on June 17, Special Funds Chairman Tom Stavinoha suggested cooking the two capons the lodge purchased at the Needville Youth Fair. Willie Mae Kuykendall volunteered to bake them. Thank you,

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Willie Mae. Members, please bring a vegetable and a dessert for the June meeting. See you at the next meeting.

Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 84, Dallas meets June 18

Dear Members, Lodge 84, Dallas will meet Monday, June 18, 2012, at 7:30 p.m.

Please make a note of this date change due to Father’s Day. Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 28, East Bernard Honors 50-Year, 75-Year Members

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 28, East Bernard honored its longtime members at the lodge meeting held May 20, 2012. Fifty-year members Josephine Ferguson and Kenneth Bohacek, second from right, are presented their pins by District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom, left, and Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek. CENTER PHOTO: Pictured are Sheila

and Kenneth Bohacek, Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, Anton J. “Tony” Kelner, State Field Representative Karen Kaspar, Kathy Ahlstrom, and District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom. RIGHT PHOTO: Youth Wyatt Ohl presents a flag to President Vanicek. Flags were also presented to all veterans in honor of their service.

LEFT PHOTO: Congratulations to 75-year member Ludmilla “Lili” Talafuse of Lodge 28, East Bernard. Honoring her are, left to right, Director Ahlstrom, Lodge 28 President Joseph D. Nezval, SFR Kaspar,

and SL President Vanicek. CENTER PHOTO: President Nezval visits with Lili. RIGHT PHOTO: Sharing memories with Lili are SL President Vanicek, Kathy and Director Ahlstrom, and President Nezval.

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Lodge 87, Temple sets June 19 member dinner

Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 87, Temple invites all members and their families to join in a catered meal, fellowship, and awards presentation on Tuesday, June 19, 2012, at the lodge hall, located onequarter mile north of the East Adams Avenue exit, on North 50th Street in Temple.

The social begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by the meal at 7 p.m., which is being catered by Mungia’s Barbecue of Heidenheimer. There will be a short business meeting followed by our annual awards ceremony and prize drawing.

Please return the RSVP card that you received in the mail by Friday, June 15, so we can plan for the meal.

I look forward to seeing you.

Fraternally, Hiram Dixon President —SPJST—

Lodge 88, Houston Homecoming this Sunday

Please make plans for Homecoming set for Sunday, June 3, 2012, at Lodge 88, Houston, located at 1435 Beall Street in Houston, Texas 77008.

Members and guests of all ages will enjoy a fun-filled day. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. and will consist of barbecue chicken and sausage, potato salad, pinto beans, and cole slaw. Lunch will be free to all members with paid dues and $7 for guests and $4 for guests’ children.

Members must be present to claim their free lunch. The Birthday Club Sisters will sell their famous pastry.

The SPJST Orchestra and Choral Group will perform live entertainment for your enjoyment from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. A silent auction will be held until 4 p.m. The youth club will be serving homemade ice cream and will have outdoor entertainment for all the youngsters with a water slide. So bring your bathing suits or a change of clothes. To top off the day, we will

have a battle dance beginning at 2 p.m. until 7 p.m. with Mark Halata band and The Czechaholics band playing polkas and variety music. Price for the dance will be $9 per person.

Make plans to come out and have a really fun day. our website at Visit www.lodge88.org. Czech us out on Facebook – SPJST Lodge 88.

For more information on this and all other activities at Lodge 88, phone (713) 869-5767.

Fraternally, Jo Ann Buri Second Vice President —SPJST—

Lodge 91, Crosby meets June 9

Lodge 91, Crosby will hold its second quarterly meeting of 2012 on Saturday, June 9, 2012, at 11 a.m. at the Snak Shak. The Snak Shak is located in Highlands at the south end of Crosby-Lynchburg Road. After you

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cross the railroad tracks, there will be a Valero gas station on the left. The Snak Shak is a yellow building just a little passed the Valero gas station on the left if you are coming from Crosby.

See you there!

Fraternally, Vonda Smesny Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 92 Fort Worth meets this Sunday

Our meeting was held on May 6, 2012. A get well card went to Monalee Hattendorf. Manager Joyce was making some progress on resolving her medical issue. Joyce, we hope that you continue with further improvement of your medical problem.

Our next meeting will be on the first Sunday of June. The meeting is also at 1 p.m. because of a country/ western dance starting at 3 p.m. We

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Lodge 39, Bryan members join hands to clean roadside

Lodge 39, Bryan picked up trash on the roadside near the lodge hall for Join Hands Day.

LEFT PHOTO: Binnie Roesler: “If only you could see what I found!”

PHOTO 2: Dianna Everett says to her mother, “Oh! It wasn’t that bad!”

PHOTO 3: Ronnie Roesler and Omer Everett. Omer: “Oh, no! I saw it first.” PHOTO 4: Dianna Everett tells Wade O’Shields, “Now, this is

enough! We’re all tired and hungry!” PHOTO 5: Getting ready for the job, Wade O’Shields yells, “Hey, let’s go and get this show on the road!”

RIGHT PHOTO: Lillie O’Shields’ bag was full. The best thing she found was a wildflower that she potted . . . and it’s still growing!

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hope a lot of you show up both for the meeting and the dance afterwards.

Starting in July, the Friday night big band sound dances will be changed to the first and third Fridays only. Time of Friday night dances will be 7:30 until 10:30 p.m. No free passes will be norm for all our dances. Friday night and Midwest band admission will be $10 and all others (except New Year’s Eve) will be $8.

If you like great polka music 24/7, try the internet at WRJQ. Also try Polkabeat.com which shows a lot of events around the state of Texas.

Attendance at the delegates’ meeting at our lodge on Saturday, May 19 was great. They must have heard that Evelyn Scaff would have her kolaches and other goodies for those attending.

Evelyn, we thank you very much.

Al Kercho, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 97, Placedo meets June 15

Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 97, Placedo will host its quarterly meeting and ice cream social on Friday, June 15, 2012, at Victoria Mall Meeting Room (next to Sears) in Victoria, Texas, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Please bring pull tabs from

Lodge 79 Corpus Christi mails items to soldiers

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi is at it again . . . boxes to soldiers away from home. Honduras, Kabul, Afghanistan, and Japan. Thanks to all members for donations!

soda cans for Ronald McDonald House.

We look forward to seeing you on June 15!

Fraternally, Gay Revel Secretary —SPJST—

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Helen Muyres Remembered at Granger Lakefest Parade

Lodge 107 Floresville reports on May meeting

SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville members met at 10 a.m. to start Join Hands Day. Everyone gathered for lunch that was provided for us, and at 12:15 p.m., President Pruski called the meeting to order. All present recited the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer for deceased members and military members serving our country.

All officers were present.

The reading of the March meeting minutes were read by Secretary Wendy Pruski. A motion by Bob Bayer was made and seconded by Oscar Korus to accept the minutes; motion carried.

Correspondence from the Home Office and a letter from a prospective renter were read by the secretary.

District Seven Bob Bayer reported that he was going to Temple for a special-called meeting at the Home Office.

Lodge 107 will hold a meeting with delegates from District Seven on June 3 at 4 p.m. We will have sandwiches and drinks.

Treasurer Oscar Korus gave his report. Roxanne Bertrand made a motion to accept his report. It was seconded by Thomas Novak; motion carried.

The financial secretary’s report was postponed until next month.

The FAC reported that on Join Hands Day, we trimmed trees, hauled off brush, and cleaned and vacuumed windows.

A letter was received from Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek about 75-year pins for George Zidek and Thomas Novak.

Bob Bayer wrote a letter about our 100th anniversary.

The hall manager reported on one rental in May and three in June.

With no further business, the meeting closed.

Johnny Muyres drives in the 34th annual Granger Lakefest parade on Saturday, May 12, 2012. His entry is in memory of wife Helen (Licka) Muyres who was a native of Granger and a member of the Class of 1942. Helen was also a 60-year member of SPJST Lodge 20, Granger.

Next Meeting—June 3 We will meet again on June 3 at 2 p.m.

Fraternally, Lucille Novak, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 142 Houston meets June 23

SPJST Lodge 142, Houston met at Lodge 88, Houston on Sunday, May 6, 2012, at 2 p.m. following our meal at 1 p.m.

President Keith Kieschnick opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Secretary Alice Jochen read the previous meeting minutes after the roll call of officers. All officers’ reports were read along with correspondence and committee reports.

Our members will meet on June 23 at Walton Lake on Lake Conroe around 12 noon. This will be at Henry Hermis, Jr.’s lake house property.

Bring bathing suits, suntan lotion, lawn chairs, etc.

Convention time is here – June 10 to 13.

There was no winner for the capsule prize in May meeting. The April meeting prize winner was Nelson Jochen. Congratulations!

May birthday celebrant was Jack Manchack. Anniversary celebrants were Gus and Joyce Molnosky — 35

years on May 12.

Oldest male present was Steve Roznovsky. Oldest female was Alice Jochen, and oldest child was Zada Morgan.

The meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m.

The next meeting will be June 23 at Henry Hermis, Jr.’s lake house on Walton Lake, Lake Conroe.

Fraternally, Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 151 Wharton invites members to June 18 meeting

SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton will hold its next quarterly meeting on Monday, June 18, 2012, at Wharton Depot Museum, located at 100 Sunset Street in Wharton, Texas.

A light meal, iced tea, and dessert will be served at 6:30 p.m. Please call Carolyn Bucek (979) 532-1910 if you plan to attend so she can make arrangements for the meal.

The meeting will be held after the meal. Members with birthdays in April, May, and June will be honored.

Please bring an item for the raffle.

See you at the meeting.

Fraternally, Janie Bucek Secretary/FAC —SPJST—

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Lodge 155, Austin plans June 24 annual picnic

It’s a pizza picnic to be held Sunday, June 24, 2012, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Motl’s house at 11304 Hunters Lane. Call (512) 836-0205 for directions. Members are requested to bring a dessert or a side dish and lawn chairs for this backyard event. Pizza and drinks will be provided.

Since this meeting/picnic follows the SPJST convention in June and our delegate Joe Motl is representing our lodge, he can inform the members about the election results and changes in the by-laws or amendments at this meeting/social. I hope to see you there.

Also, this is a reminder to members that our secretary/fraternal activities coordinator needs to mail in the Fraternal Incentive Report by the due date of July 13. So please provide her with any Czech heritage/cultural activities or volunteer work in which you participated in the past six months.

Remember to observe Flag Day on June 14 by proudly displaying the United States flag again as you did on Memorial Day. Ginny Prasatik Secretary/FAC —SPJST—

Lodge 182 Falls County welcomes guests

On May 20, 2012, SPJST Lodge 182, Falls County held its meeting at the Chicken Place at 4 p.m.

Guest speakers were Jesse and Linda Pospisil.

Old and new business was discussed.

Summer fun outing will be June 16 at 10 a.m. Visitors are welcome. Bring your own ice chest and food. This will be a membership drive for those who wish to join.

A visit to the zoo will be held on June 10 at 1 p.m. There will be a picnic afterwards so bring your own food.

We visited and had fun while we ate our meal.

Caroline Weir, Reporter —SPJST—

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Lodge 84, Dallas youth, adults join hands for Captain Hope’s Kids

Lodge 84, Dallas celebrated Join Hands Day on April 15, 2012, with youth and lodge members by bringing diapers for the Captain Hope’s Kids program. Head Youth Leader Bessie Petr, right, joins hands with Lodge 84 President Justine Yeager on a successful diaper drive. Many thanks to the lodge’s adult members for joining with the youth to help the babies at Captain Hope’s organization.

—Submitted by Bessie Petr, Head Youth Leader

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Lodge 81, Needville Honors 50- and 75-Year Members

Lodge 81, Needville honored its longtime members at the May meeting. Pictured are, left to right, Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall, 50year members Sarah Hurta and Gloria Dubec, 75-year member Dorothy Barak, and President Vincent Newman.

—Submitted by Jeanette Newman, Reporter

Ennis Sewing Circle

Ennis Sewing Circle met on May 10, 2012. Ann Clagett, Dorothy Prachyl, Joan Strunc, Pat Fowler, Eleanora Pelzel, and I arrived around 8 a.m. We started stretching Joan Strunc’s quilt, arranging table and chairs and by then, Irene Prachyl, Dorothy J. Kudrna, Dorothy Booth, Victoria Vlk, and Martha Ritchey came, and we started quilting.

By lunchtime, we had 25 members and two guests – Julius Podhrasky and Joe Ehrenberger. Everyone was visiting and enjoying themselves. President Dorothy led us in prayer, and we all enjoyed a most delicious lunch. As always, we had many wonderful dishes. Thank you all and thank you to the kitchen crew for the set up and clean up.

After lunch, President Dorothy called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all, and a moment of silence was held for Bessie Laznovsky, Patsy Blazek, and Leslie Trojacek and for all our mothers.

The minutes were read by Secretary Margaret Martinek, and Treasurer Dorothy Bobalek gave her report.

Both were approved as read.

Sunshine Lady Eleanora Pelzel announced our May birthday celebrants—Ann Clagett, Dorothy Clagett, Dorothy Prachyl, Ginny Svehlak, and Ella Mae Zmolek.

“Happy Birthday” was sung to Ann, Ginny, and President Dorothy. We all signed a card for Ginny Svehlak who had been in the hospital. A card was also signed for Bertha Podhrasky who was in the hospital for a week recovering from a dog bite from her dog that she raised from a puppy. Bertha stressed to never step on your dog’s treat – they will bite you. That is what happened to her. We were glad to see her, and all is healing now.

Pat Fowler announced we will quilt our Christmas sewing circle quilt in June; July – we will have a white elephant sale and show-and-tell; August we will quilt for Victoria Vlk; September for Irene Prachyl; October – Eleanora Pelzel; November – the Junior Sokol 2013 Polka Festival quilt; December – we have our Christmas party, and the year is gone.

The kitchen committee announced we will need napkins and paper towels. Margaret Martinek volunteered to bring napkins and Olga Krysinski the paper towels. Ann Clagett brought plasticware, and we thank all of you.

After all the mix up about our coffee pot after the Mollie B Polka Party, it is all straightened out now, and we have our coffee pot back. Thank goodness for that.

Ann Clagett read a thank you note from Libbie Elsik’s daughter Pam Todd thanking us for the card we had sent Libbie, and how much Libbie enjoyed hearing from the Circle. A thank you note was read from Ginny Svehlak for her card.

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Sidney Bridewell reported on Libbie Elsik – who fell at home and broke her arm or leg – Sidney couldn’t remember. Libbie had a stay in the hospital then went to rehab and finally went home. After getting home, Libbie fell again, and was back in the hospital and back to rehab again. She got an infection and was back to the hospital. We all were so sorry to hear about this and hope you’re home now and doing well. Let’s keep Libbie in our thoughts and prayers.

Sidney also talked about her family. Her mother and father had five children and three out of the five have had heart problems. Sidney’s brother Joe Zemanek who is 10 years younger than she is just had six by-pass heart surgery. We wish him well, and hope you stay well. Sidney is leaving for the summer to Wisconsin. Her daughter Cathy Vanden Eykel and husband are driving, and Sidney will fly two days later. Have a great summer and look forward to hearing from you, Sidney.

Sidney also brought a box of used greeting cards for anyone who wanted to make things out of them such as little baskets.

Now, for some new business.

Eleanora has donated a quilt-top to the Circle. Pat suggested that after we quilt it, that we sell chances on it for a

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Jackson Durham of Lodge 92, Fort Worth Receives SPJST Scholarships

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 92, Fort Worth member Jackson Daniel Durham was presented a $1,000 SPJST Freshman Scholarship and a $1,500 SPJST State Royalty Scholarship from Lodge 92, Fort Worth President Gordon Hubenak at Richland High School Sen-

fundraiser. It was discussed, but nothing was decided on.

Dorothy J. announced and invited all our members to come join the Senior Sokol Exercise Class on Wednesday, May 30 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

That is National Health and Fitness Day. We hope to have a large group as our leader Chuck Kalat will send in the number of participants we have. It will be fun – nothing hard – and they

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ior Scholarship Assembly last week. Jackson served as 2009 SPJST State King. RIGHT PHOTO: Jackson, left, is pictured with Coach Chuck Wells and Mason McCune. Both young men received baseball awards.

Congratulations to Jackson on his achievements.

will serve a light lunch afterwards.

Martha Ritchey announced that her friend Elizabeth Zabojnik’s granddaughter’s picture is on a big sign coming into downtown Ennis as you cross the railroad tracks. Be sure and look for it as she has on her Czech kroj and is really cute.

The door prize was brought by Dorothy Booth and was won by Joyce Ehrenberger. Little gifts were passed

Lodge 182, Falls County members join hands to clean up neighborhood

out by Ann Clagett, and this is always fun.

President Dorothy thanked all for coming and for quilting, set up, and clean up and the wonderful food. She reminded all that the next meeting will be June 14, and she wished everyone a happy Mother’s Day. President Dorothy then adjourned the meeting.

Other News Joyce and Joe Ehrenberger and 11 other friends from Joyce’s nursing school made a trip to visit one of their classmates in Oklahoma City. They had a nice trip and enjoyed all being together.

Congratulations to Victoria Vlk’s granddaughter Jackie Hogan. She is graduating from Indiana University.

How great!

Congratulations to Georgia Holy’s grandson Collin McManus. He was ranked in the top 10 of his class from the eighth grade. How nice – keep it up, Collin. Georgia also attended the 60th anniversary party of her brother Gene Zakubik and his wife Mary that was given at Sokol Hall. They all had a wonderful time.

Dorothy Prachyl and husband Wesley visited their great-grandson Thomas Nix and sister Sara in Bryan.

Dorothy said she was tired, but enjoyed every minute playing with them.

They played puppet games and that Thomas was so sweet and cute calling her “Granny, Granny, Granny!”

Dorothy is also very proud of her two grandsons Andrew and Adam Cole in Colorado. Adam made the Junior National Honor Society, and Andrew will start his driver’s education class this summer. They grow up too fast.

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Martha Ritchey’s great-grandson Desmond Johnson started playing tee ball. She went to one of his practices or games, and how cute they are.

Desmond was playing first base and a little fellow hit the ball and was running to first base. Everyone started yelling ‘tag him.’ He thought they were yelling tackle him. He threw his glove down and ran to tackle him.

How cute these little ones can be. I hope Martha gets to see all of his games.

On March 31 in Alvarado, Pat Fowler’s husband Van was elected fire marshall to the North Texas Fire Fighter’s Association. Congratulations!

Irene Prachyl is very proud of her daughter Terilyn, her husband Mark, Terilyn’s children Courtney, Brittany, and Zackary, Terilyn’s brother Rodger, and a friend Wade Gossperson. They all rode their bicycles 152 miles in the Muscular Dystrophy Benefit Ride in Fort Worth. Irene and her friend Bernice Kadlubar went to Fort Worth to see them cross the finish line. Can you imagine riding that far? I can’t. Anyway, I can see why Irene was so proud.

This really has been a fast school year. Calleigh is already home from college. She has received her life

guard certificate and will work this summer at Sokol swimming pool. Her friend Hannah Spaniel will also work there.

Congratulations to my grandson Tanner. He received the Sacrament of Confirmation on May 8 at St. John Catholic Church. I am so proud of him. He will play baseball this summer and start driving on August 19.

That means that I will have to pray that much more, but don’t really mind; he is a good kid.

Take care, everyone, see you June 14 – we will quilt, have covered a dish lunch, door prize, and little gifts exchange.

Georgie Morales Reporter —SPJST—

Fort Worth Friendship Club

The meeting of the Friendship Club was held on Wednesday, May 2, 2012, at St. Thomas Parish Hall. Guest was Pauline Morbitzer, cousin to Lydia Alholm. President Betty Krenek called the meeting to order, welcomed all, the Pledge of Allegiance was said, then Vice President Alene Kercho read a poem “Wings of the Morning.”

Secretary Elizabeth Creamer read the minutes from the last meeting, and Treasurer Jo Ann Wilcox gave the financial report. Both were accepted as presented.

Sunshine Person Paula Hall reported on sending a sympathy card to Camille Bolcer on the death of her daughter-in-law and get well cards to Betty Landsfeld and Aggie ReznicekOwen. The Club’s heartfelt sympathies went out to Camille and the family of Frank Prochaska. His late wife, Josephine, was a longtime president of the Friendship Club, and we used to enjoy Frank coming to have lunch with us.

The singing of “Happy Birthday” went out to our May celebrants - Paula Arsenault and Anna Johnson. This was

Lodge 219, El Paso Members Attend District Four Meeting

Members of Lodge 219, El Paso attended the District Four Spring Meeting, hosted by Lodges 219 and 230, Midland, in Midland, Texas. LEFT PHOTO: Convention delegates from Lodge 219, El Paso enjoy the beautiful day with members of SPJST District Four.

Pictured are, front, left to right, State Field Representative Bobby G. Davis, Delegate Arnulfo Rivera, Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Leonard D. Mikeska, and Delegate Baltazar Nunez. Back: Dele-

gate Ana Ahumada, State Youth Director Frank Horak, Delegate Bertha Rodriguez, and Delegate Alejandro Rivas. RIGHT PHOTO: Bertha, Arnulfo, Ana, and Frank prepare for the meeting. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Youth members. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Arnulfo and SL Secretary-Treasurer Leonard visit.

—Fraternally submitted by Baltazar Nunez, Reporter

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Paula’s 80th one and currently, she is vacationing in Germany with family.

It was Anna’s 92nd birthday. May you both have many more.

It was reported that Victor Martin will be having surgery; Elsie Anders is currently in Texas Rehab following hip replacement surgery; and Nettie Naugle had a valve replacement. We hope all of you have complete and speedy recoveries. Our prayers go out to each of you.

A beautiful thank you note was read from Mary Ann Kozel for the gift card given to her for the many years of service given as treasurer of the Club.

She did an outstanding job.

In April, we brought food items for the St. Thomas Food Pantry and had an option to make a monetary donation. I don’t know how many food items were brought, but $90 in cash was received. Thanks, members!

As a reminder, this year, we will not be dining out in July, but will have Woody’s Creek Barbecue cater our lunch. All members planning to attend must call President Betty (817) 2469664 ahead of time to let her know so that she can order the proper amount as we will be charged by the plate.

Also, remember our meeting will be one week later - July 11 - due to the Fourth of July being on the first Wednesday.

Winners of the 50/50 dollar games were Margaret Sears and Lucille Kret.

Door prizes were donated by Lydia Alholm, Linda Horner, Anna Johnson, Rosie Steinman, and Libbie Vrla. We had lots of happy winners.

Hostesses for June will be Julie Chasse, Felma Smith, and Elenita Walker.

Jo Ann Wilcox invited everyone to the ordination as a Deacon of her son James Albert Wilcox, III at the Vietnamese Martyrs Catholic Church in Arlington on May 22. The next step is becoming a priest. Congratulations go out to your son and also to you, Jo Ann! May hostesses Alicia Castillo, Lupe Esparza, Marie Keller, Mary Ann Krivanek, and Shirley Martin were thanked. They did a good job. Grace was said, a great luncheon was enjoyed and games were played. A good time was had by all. Pauline, we enjoyed having you so come again.

News It was nice to have Anna Marie Moncrief and Margaret Sears back with us as they have been missed.

Linda and Jimmy Horner celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary

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recently. They were treated to dinner

by Linda’s brother, Dr. Tim and his wife. Congratulations! Linda said that she was real young when she married.

My cousin, Millie Vrla Breden in Illinois had her 89th birthday on May 1, and I always send her a card. I was so surprised to get a thank you phone call from her the following Sunday.

Millie said that she loves to read the Vestnik and to hear about all the folks she knows that my sister Georgie and I always write about. Millie is doing fine, said she doesn’t drive any more, but has a son living with her and a granddaughter living across the street so she has transportation at all times.

Rosie Steinman and I enjoyed making the trip to Temple with Jerry and Henrietta Milan to attend the “Bondage to Freedom” on April 17.

We enjoyed the speaker Zdenek Janik, the reception and social at the SPJST Office, tour of the Czech Veterans’ Wall of Honor, and tour of the Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center across the street which currently is having a Sokol exhibit. It was especially nice to see so many friends of the Texas Czech Genealogical Society. It was a great. Thanks, Jerry and Henrietta.

This past week as Lydia Alholm’s guests, her cousins Pauline and Wilma and I enjoyed attending the Arlington Symphony at Johnny High’s Theater.

Special guest pianist was Jan Jiracek who was a finalist in the 1997 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition here in Fort Worth. The book said that he was born into a German-Czech family of musicians. During intermission, and in going back to my seat, he was in the lobby with a group of people. As they were breaking up to go back in, I stopped to tell him how much I enjoyed his music and mentioned seeing he was from a GermanCzech family, and told him that I was.

He got so excited and told me that he was born Germany and his father is Czech. He immediately introduced me to his father who was there. The father asked me if I spoke Czech so we had a nice little conversation in Czech. He asked where my family came from and said he was from Ceske Budejovice. I told him that I have been there several times. I didn’t have time to ask if he still lives there, but the son resides in Vienna. Anyway, this was very exciting for me.

Lydia Alholm has been a party-girl lately. First she attended Pauline Morbitzer’s birthday party then went to Wilma Perry’s “Let’s Rock Around the Clock” birthday theme party (Elvis

Presley’s attire) then she went to a surprise birthday party for Mary Jane (Svacek) Kane. For her own birthday, Lydia had two gatherings hosted by friends. I believe that this was Lydia’s 92nd one.

Helen Skrasek returned home from spending two weeks in Tennessee and Oklahoma. She spent eight days in Knoxville with granddaughter Dr. Stephanie attending both great-granddaughters’ (Sara and Ella) tennis games, attended Sara’s piano recital where Sara won an award, and attended Ella’s first communion where both of Ella’s grandfathers were in attedance. Helen is most proud of her son Ron of Oklahoma City who recently received the Gold Glazer Award given by the Ex-Students Alumni Association at Texas A&M of Commerce. Of course, Helen attended along with son Gary and wife Debbie and Ron’s daughter and granddaughter, Dr. Stephanie and Sara.

Tracy Horn enjoyed her recent trip to Bryan to attend a surprise 70th birthday party for her nephew Edward Luza. Edward thought that he was going to a graduation party and was totally surprised. Tracy said she found

the perfect birthday card for him - one of those musical cards that played “Beer Barrel Polka” when it was opened. She said that the card really went over big. (Note to cousin Millie: Tracy was a first cousin to Helen Vrla who was married to your brother Arnold).

My sister Lil Kosarek and I enjoyed a recent day trip to Denton with the senior citizen’s group from Arlington.

We went to a horse farm that trains reining horses which was most interesting, ate lunch at a quaint place in Aubrey Texas, got to listen to the One O’Clock Lab (Jazz) Band practice at North Texas University, viewed several of Texas’ First Ladies’ dresses at the Women’s University, had a tour and learned the history of the old courthouse in downtown Denton, and had ice cream on the square. It was such a fun day. Listening to the jazz band was interesting; the instructor always introduced the composer then asked for their comments. These composers knew exactly how they wanted their pieces to be played.

Our sympathy goes out to Willie Mae Becan on the sudden death of her daughter-in-law Penny Becan. Penny

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and her husband lived with Willie Mae, and I know that Penny will be missed. My prayers go out to your family.

The next meeting will be on Wednesday, June 6. I am sorry to say but I will not be able to attend. I was scheduled to be hostess, but Julie, Felma, and Elenita assured me that they can handle this.

So Until, Keep Smiling!

Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST—

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Lodge 219, El Paso members join hands for fire station

Dear Readers, On May 5, 2012, Lodge 219, El Paso adults and youth club participated in a National Join Hands Day event at Fire Station No. 6. Youth, adults, and firemen partnered and presented pizzas and refreshments to the residents of Station No. 6. The firemen enjoyed the beautiful day with members of SPJST. I would like to thank each of them who participated -

Arnulfo Rivera, Alejandro Rivas, Fred Roy Beck, Ana Ahumada, Bertha Rodriguez, Ana Bonilla, and Baltazar Nunez.

Special guests were State Youth Director Frank Horak and State Field Representative Bobby G. Davis.

Fraternally submitted, Baltazar Nunez, Reporter —SPJST—

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Reunions ★★★★★

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Lodge 229, Abilene Represents SPJST at Hawley Parade

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Reunion notices are published at no charge and as a benefit to our SPJST members. First-run announcements may be edited to fit the space. Thereafter, and until the week prior to the reunion date and as space permits, notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Please include your SPJST lodge number/name, and your contact phone number. Thank you.

June 2 Descendants of Anton and Alouise Jancak Kelner—at the American Legion Hall, East Bernard. For information, contact George Kelner/President (979) 335-6096; Anton ‘Tony’ Kelner/Vice President (281) 342-2624; Cheryl Garbs/Treasurer (832) 5665108; Helen Kelner/Secretary (281) 342-2624; or Lillian Neely (713) 9472472. Submitted by Helen Kelner, Lodge 28, East Bernard.

June 3 Sefcik-Kubin families—at New Tabor Brethren Church Fellowship Hall. Please bring covered dishes to feed your family. We will share our dishes for the noon meal.Submitted

by Georgia Sefcik Fritsche, Lodge 17, New Tabor.

June 9 J.M. Halamicek family—at Ellinger Chamber of Commerce Hall, Ellinger.

For information or to RSVP, contact

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 229, Abilene Youth Club members ride the float in the Hawley Hay Days parade held May 19, 2012. RIGHT PHOTO: Holding the winning tro-

Louisa Halamicek Stone (830) 5633762. Submitted by Beverly Teplicek, Lodge 49, Rowena.

June 9 Belicek family - Descendants of Pavel and Rozina Kovar Belicek—at the Senior Activity Center, Thorndale.

For information, contact Bill Hodon (512) 251-5201; or email czbill@sbcglobal.net. Submitted by Leonardine Hodon, Lodge 29, Taylor.

June 10 Frank and Helen Patava-Hejl family—at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall. For information, contact Betty Lou Marek (254) 778-8520. Submitted

by Betty Lou Marek, Lodge 47, Seaton.

July 8 Novosad family: descendants of George Novosad from Moravia, Czechoslovakia - children Frank, John, Frances, Theresa, and

phy are 2011-2012 District Four Duke Cutter Starr, Queen Christine Brooks, and Duchess Jordan Taylor, all of Lodge 229, Abilene.

Mary—at St. Anthony Catholic School Cafeteria, Columbus. For information, contact Charlie Novosad (979) 7326336; or email novosad@swbell.net.

Submitted by Margaret M. Novosad, Lodge 88, Houston.

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Vajdak family

The 59th annual Vajdak family reunion will take place on Sunday, June 10, 2012, at the Snook SPJST Hall. For the noon meal, barbecue chicken will be provided and family members are asked to bring appetizers, sides, and/or desserts. Please be sure to label your dishes/utensils with your name. We will have our usual plant/seed exchange, so look around your yard for items to share. We will

also have silent and live auctions again this year, and any items will be gladly accepted - purchased items, handmade items, fresh vegetables, canned items, etc.

If you have questions, you may contact Denise Vajdak (979) 324-8550 or visit us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ 173154279378581/.

Colton Gantt Lodge 9, Snook —SPJST—

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Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point members join hands with community to paint basketball court

LEFT PHOTO: David Nauert of Morgan’s Point, Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Vice President/FAC Charlie Herendon, and President James L. Lee, III measure the court to determine where to paint the lines. CENTER PHOTO: President James, left, and Secretary/Treasurer Wayne Orange paint lines on the basketball court at Kiddie Land Park that

overlooks Lake Belton. RIGHT PHOTO: James, Charlie, and Wayne.

City of Morgan’s Point Resort Maintenance Supervisor B.J. Scheible stated, “The basketball court at Kiddie Land Park looks great. Thank you and SPJST Lodge 246 for your service to The City of Morgan’s Point Resort.”

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Live Well, Work Well

Editor’s Note: Thanks to Mary Steinman of Lodge 154, Fort Worth for sharing “Live Well, Work Well,” a newsletter from the Health Risk Management Department at Higginbothan. This is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. For further information, please consult a medical professional.

Safe and Fun in the Sun May is Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention month, the perfect time to brush up on ways to protect your loved ones, since warmer weather means more time spent soaking up the sun.

Each year, 3.5 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed, making it the most common form of cancer in the United States. The good news is that skin cancer is easily cured if detected early, so doctors recommend that you perform a monthly self-examination.

Here’s what to look for: • A skin growth that increases in size and looks pearly, translucent, tan, brown, black or multicolored.

• Any brown spot (including moles, birthmarks, etc.) that: * changes color or texture * increases in size or thickness o is irregular in outline * is larger that 1⁄4 inch * appears after age 21.

• A spot or sore that continues to itch, hurt, crust, scab, erode or bleed.

• An open sore that does not heal within three weeks.

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water the day before, the day of, and after your workout.

• Avoid exercising between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the hottest period of the day.

• Wear a hat and sunglasses to reduce exposure to the sun.

• Be aware of the symptoms of a heatrelated illness and take immediate precautions if you begin to feel faint, dizzy, nauseated, are sweating heavily, or experiencing a weak or rapid heartbeat.

Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point members met at Baruti’s Italian restaurant in Morgan’s Point for their May meeting. Pictured are, left to right, Trish Konkler, James L. Lee, III, Charles Herendon, Melanie Zavodny, and Wayne Orange. In front is Brandon Konkler.

Here are a few ways you can protect your skin when spending time outside: • Generously apply a water- resistant sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher whenever outside, even on cloudy days. Reapply every two hours and after swimming or sweating.

• Wear breathable, protective clothing, such as a long-sleeve shirt, pants, a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses when possible.

• Seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. as the sun’s rays are strongest during this time.

• Use extra caution—and extra sun screen—near water, snow and sand which can reflect and intensify the sunlight.

• Avoid tanning beds as the ultraviolet light from them can cause skin cancer and wrinkling.

Outdoor Exercise Ready to move your exercise routine outdoors? As the temperature climbs, so does your risk of suffering from a heat- related illness. Review the list below to stay safe as the mercury rises: • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of

Food Safety Tips for Grilling It’s grilling season! When planning your next outdoor menu (see kebobs recipe below!), one item you’ll definitely want to leave off the plate is foodborne illness—here’s how:

• Wash everything – Before and after cooking, wash all indoor and outdoor surfaces that will come into contact with food. Be especially careful to wash everything that comes into contact with raw meat or poultry and wash your hands often to prevent contamination.

• Marinate safely – If you plan on marinating raw meat, do so in a covered container in a refrigerator, not on the counter. This decreases the risk of bacteria.

• Keep everything covered – Cover all food with tin foil while outside. This keeps insects or bacteria from landing on and contaminating your food.

—SPJST—

Ellis County CHS Members Visit Czech Heritage Museum

LEFT PHOTO: Czech Heritage Museum Curator Kenny Lange looks over the books that Eleanor Gallagher donated to the museum on her visit with the Ellis County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas. CENTER PHOTO: Pictured are the 21 members of the Ellis County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas who visited

the Czech Heritage Museum on Saturday, May 19, 2012. RIGHT PHOTO: Ellis County CHS Chapter President Victor Havel presented Museum Curator Kenny Lange with a copy of Ellis County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas’ book “Texas Veterans of Czech Ancestry.”

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State Youth Director: June updates

Dear Members, Summer is almost here! SPJST youth club has a lot in store for you— camp, district youth achievement day, State YAD, and Corpus Christi Getaway. Congratulations to all our graduating seniors. I wish you the very best that life has to offer. We are very proud of you and all your achievements!

I am looking forward to all the summer activities and spending time with

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

you. I enjoy your smiling faces and seeing you have a good time. That’s what camp is all about – a good time!

SPJST Camper and Chaperone Applications . . . I know this is new for all of us, but I promise that it will be easier next year. Thank you for your time and patience through this process.

After camping season is completed, we will be working on setting up family boxes with your camp application inside. Next year, you will be given a UserID and password to enter your family box. You will then need to review the medical history and other fields such as addresses or phone numbers that may need to be updated. If

there are no updates, then you will submit the application. If you have any questions about this, please contact me on my cell phone (254) 534-0681 or email me at frankh@spjst.com.

District Youth Achievement Days Our District Youth Achievement Days are right around the corner.

Please refer to the following schedule for your scheduled YAD. Youth leaders, please note that YAD cards are due to your District Youth Counselor 20 days before your district’s YAD. Call your DYC for more information.

District Youth Achievement Days Dates/Locations District One - Sunday, July 15 Caldwell Civic Center District Two - Saturday, July 14 Lodge 80, Holland District Three - Sunday, June 24 Lodge 92, Fort Worth District Four - Saturday, July 21 Lodge 49, Rowena District Five - Sunday, June 24 Lodge 88, Houston District Six - Sunday, July 22 Taiton Community Center District Seven - Sunday, July 1 Jourdanton ISD

Lodge 25, Ennis Youth: Cheerleading, Mollie B, SPJST!

Hello, awesome earthling who is presently or in the future reading this.

It’s me again! :) Have ya missed me? I have been feeling super awesome lately because of these many super siked totally kewl (and or) awesome things!

Here is the first thing. Let’s put it this way. You are reading a letter from a brand new EJH Cheerleader! That’s right — I made the tryouts. It was so much fun. The dance was really hard, but once I got in front of the judges I felt invincible. I tried my best and now I’m a cheerleader. OK. That was my first super siked totally kewl (and or) awesome thing!

My second one is this. Recently, I went to a Mollie B Polka Party and I was watching the show then bam!

There I am—I was on TV. Unfortu-

nately, fame has not brought fortune. :( All right . . . here is the next thing.

At the last meeting in SPJST, we elected officers. Guess what position I’m in? I am the vice president! I’m so happy. I’m sure that will look good in my speech when I run for Queen in a few years. :) Last, but certainly not least, I went to athletics orientation. “What do you do exactly?” You’re most likely asking. Well, here is what we did. Volleyball skills. Basketball skills. We lifted 10 pound weights. We did fast jump roping and lifted three pound weights.

We did a thing where we are on the floor and the only thing that touches the floor is your bottom, and we had to take a volleyball and hand it from side to side (my tummy muscles were

LEFT PHOTO: A picture of me walking the red carpet. PHOTO 2: A picture of me being myself.

a little tired after that). We did some jumping. We did planks, and we ran the bleachers. After all that, we ran a mile. A lot of people quit, but not me.

I kept trying even though I swore that I was gonna die. When I crossed the finish line I was the 12th person to finish. I was 12th place out of 78. I think that was pretty good.

OMG . . . how could I forget? We got a new truck! It’s a Ford F250 Lariat (that’s the best one you can get).

Anyway, thats how exciting my life has been lately. It has been awesome.

I can’t wait until I get to tell you about camp. I’m so excited. That’s all folks!

Coming to you live from April’s super kewl (and/or) awesome room, this has been . . .

April Dvorak (age 11) ;D —SPJST—

PHOTO 3: Me about to sing. PHOTO 4: Do you like my hair? RIGHT PHOTO: Our new truck.

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SPJST Summer Camp Summer camps are also coming up.

The schedule is below. For camp information, please give your DYC a call or email.

District Camps Dates/Locations District One Thursday, July 19 to Sunday, July 22 at SPJST ENC Cooper Farm District Two Thursday, July 26 to Sunday, July 29 SPJST ENC Cooper Farm District Three Thursday, July 5 to Sunday, July 8 SPJST ENC Cooper Farm District Four Thursday, July 26 to Sunday, July 29 SPJST ENC Cooper Farm District Five Thursday, July 12 to Sunday, July 15 SPJST ENC Cooper Farm District Six Thursday, July 12 to Sunday, July 15 SPJST ENC Cooper Farm District Seven Thursday, July 12 to Sunday, July 15 SPJST ENC Cooper Farm

Camp Tee-Shirts Still Available Deadline for camp tee-shirt orders was May 31. We are extending this year’s camp tee-shirt sale up to your district camp date. If you have not ordered your shirts, please do so. Teeshirts will be delivered to summer camp, or you can have them mailed to you for a cost.

Important Notice: Fourth Quarterly Merit Reports Due Please remember to submit your fourth quarterly merit reports as soon as possible. This is greatly appreciated.

The Youth Department staff will need these reports so they can start compiling the data for eligible youth to go to camp, Youth Achievement Days, and other reports. Please remember that your youth club will receive money based upon these reports.

2012 Leader-In-Training Retreat It’s finally here! Leader-in-Training Retreat will be at SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm on June 7 to 9. Registration is from 6 to 7 p.m.

The retreat will give the LITs an opportunity to acquire some great skills, including learning what their responsibilities are at camp and even learning something about Czech culture and having some fun with your peers! LITs must attend this event in order to be eligible to assist with their district’s summer camping season. LITs will also assist their youth leaders with their

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youth clubs throughout the year.

I have provided a list of items you will need to pack for the LIT retreat.

Please make sure that you bring these items with you.

Youth eligible to be a Leader-InTraining? LITs are active high schoolaged youth who have been approved by their youth leader and District Youth Counselor as responsible and mature enough to be an LIT. The youth club member may attend the LIT Workshop after completing a Leader-in-Training application.

Have Some Summer Fun I submitted this information in my newsletter last year, and I wanted to include it again. In today’s world, our children are at arms reach to so many electronic devices such as cell phones, iPods, handheld game units . . . you know I can go on and on. Even though youth will be active with YADs and camp, there may be times this summer that they will be reaching for those electronic devices and wanting to sit on the couch and be unsociable. If you are like me, I would much rather see them doing something else that would be creative or involved with an outdoor activity. I am including a few fun websites that might give you some ideas to help entertain and interact with your children, without the electronics. Some

Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Wins Sokol, Field Day Awards

Dear Vestnik Friends, My daddy got a new truck. It’s a green F250 Super Duty. It’s huge. when I sit in my seat, my feet can’t even touch the floor.

I went to the Sokol Ennis

competition. I got several first and second place ribbons. I was first place all round.

I went to Travis Field Day with my daddy. I got first place in tug of war. I got fourth place in the 400

LEFT PHOTO: That’s me on the left in first place.

PHOTO 2: All the Sokol participants in Ennis competition. PHOTO 3: Daddy’s truck. PHOTO 4: This

of the websites may fit into your schedule and include indoor and outdoor activities.

Here are those websites:

• w w w. w i r e d . c o m / g e e k dad/2009/08/simpleoutdoorplay/ • www.kaboose.com • www.familyfun.go.com • www.scavenger-hunt-guru.com

Have a great summer full of fun! I

meter run. I was running against all the second grade girls. I received fifth place on one activity, but I can’t remember in what though.

My kitty cat is going to have babies. I think she might have four kittens.

Lodge 6, Cottonwood. I was elected secretary for the district. This is the first time I have held a district officer position. In the kraslice contest, I won first place in the ages 12 to 14 division. Other winners were Quinlan Dobecka and Dakota Holder, both of Lodge 6, Cottonwood, and Katelyn Daniel of Lodge 183, Arlington.

I made freshman cheerleader for Lakeview Centennial High School.

She might have a black, orange, and probably a calico kitten. I can’t wait to go swimming!

See you at District Three YAD! Love, Misty Dvorak —SPJST—

is me with my first place all around. RIGHT PHOTO: My ribbons from Travis Field Day. I went with my daddy.

will be seeing you at your District Youth Achievement Day and SPJST Summer Camp.

End Of Summer Getaway!

Good times await you at the Corpus Christi End of Summer Getaway. Start making your plans now to join us on August 10 to 12, 2012 for a fun-filled weekend.

This year, we will be staying at the Emerald Beach Holiday Inn which is

Scenes from Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club’s April Activities

On Sunday, April 1, 2012, the Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club had its monthly meeting. We have a new member, Jonathan Vrla. We discussed youth achievement day, camp, and other future plans. We held our meeting at Top Golf, so we were able to play miniature golf after the meeting. It was a lot of fun!

On Sunday, April 22, I attended the District Three Spring Meeting at

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We have already been practicing twice a week. I have two cheer camps scheduled this summer. I will be getting to go to a camp every month this summer! (SPJST's camp is the one I am most excited about.) This is going to be a very busy year, and I will keep you informed.

Fraternally, Melinda McClellan —SPJST—

located right on the beach. There will be a lot of activities for the whole family. Additional details will be presented in the Vestnik as they become available.

Fraternally, Frank Horak State Youth Director —SPJST—

Leaders-inTraining retreat set for June 7 to 9

Dear Leader-In-Training, I am excited about our retreat that begins on Thursday, June 7, 2012.

Registration will be from 6 to 7 p.m. under the outdoor pavilion. Youth and chaperones will leave bags under the pavilion during this time. Youth will make their way to the dining hall where movies and snacks will be provided. Make sure you eat before arriving at camp as there will be no meal on Thursday.

Tammy Martinez, two chaperones, and Nurse Becky will be helping with registration. Of course, you can still register after 7 p.m. Those of you coming in after 7 p.m. will register at the dining hall and make sure you bring in your camp belongings with you.

There is a lot to do in the two days of the retreat. On Thursday evening, we will have a hayride, and Colorado Valley Dark-Sky Explorers will have three telescopes on hand for stargazing – weather permitting. Friday will be a full day of fun. I have planned “The Amazing Race” adventure for

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you! In the evening, we are having a nerd-themed dance in the dining room – including a disc jockey playing a mix of music and some karaoke.

Please bring your best and outrageous nerd clothes, glasses, pocket protectors . . . you get the picture! We will be having a number of contests during the dance.

Here is a list of items you will need to bring with you to LIT retreat.

Items to Pack for LIT Retreat r Towels and wash cloth r Bedding – twin size r Pillow r Toiletry items – shampoo, soap, tooth brush, etc. r Watch r Flashlight

r Closed toe shoes r Flip flops (for cabin use only) r 2 Swimsuits r 3 changes of clothes for the duration at camp r 3 pairs of socks r 3 pairs of under clothes r Sunscreen r Beach towel r Sleeping clothes r Appropriate “nerd” clothes

No cell phones or electronic devices. (If brought to camp, DYC will keep devices until Saturday.)

SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm is located at 2001 Ledbetter Road in Ledbetter Texas 78946. Visit www.cooperfarm.org for a map.

From La Grange: Go North on Highway 77 for 2.6 miles to FM 2145. Go right (east) on FM 2145 for 10.2 miles into Waldeck.

Go left (north) on FM 1291 and turn right on CR 112/Waldeck Road go east on Waldeck Road for 2.6 miles to find SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm on the left.

From Brenham: Go West on Highway 290 for 23.3 miles to FM 1291 in Ledbetter. Turn left on FM 1291 and go 6.2 miles.

Turn left on Albers Road and go 0.3 miles to CR 112/Waldeck Road. Go 2.6 miles to find SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm on the left.

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From Giddings: Go East on Highway 290 for 9.0 miles to Ledbetter. Turn right on FM 1291 and go 6.2 miles. Turn left on Albers Road and go 0.3 miles to CR 112/Waldeck Road. Go 2.6 miles to find SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm on the left.

I’m eager to work with each and every one of you. If you have any questions, please contact me by email frankh@spjst.com or phone (254) 534-0681.

Fraternally, Frank Horak State Youth Director —SPJST—

June Vestnik Project º Czech Puppets This project earns a maximum 1 point in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Points System. Mail completed project no later than July 15, 2012 to: SPJST Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

Name______________________________________________________________________ Age______________ Lodge______________

Puppets Bring New Life to Old Czech Songs and Stories If you ever go to the Czech Republic, make plans to see a puppet show and plan on having a great time. Czech puppet theater today is considered the best in Europe and among the best worldwide. Czech puppets started out as simple stick forms which later evolved into hand puppets. Puppets on strings were introduced in 1563. It was the puppeteer's job to bring the puppet to life by manipulating its movement and providing with a voice and personality.

By 1750, puppet shows had become an enjoyable art form in the Czech Lands. The Czech puppets were traditionally hand-carved from wood or made from plaster. They represented all kinds of characters ranging from devils, witches and wizards to clowns, kings and princesses. Early Czech puppeteers roamed Central Europe telling stories and entertaining crowds.

Many times families operated travelling puppet theaters. It was a common practice for the puppeteers to pass their skills, scripts and puppets down through the generations. Matej Kopecky was considered one of the greatest puppeteers of all time. His direct descendants still perform in Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic.

In the early 20th century, permanent puppet theaters and puppetry associations were established throughout what is now the Czech Republic. At present in the Czech Republic, there are an estimated 1,000 folk puppet theaters, 2,000 puppet theaters connected to schools and cultural organizations, and innumerable family puppet theaters which are not counted in any official tally. The puppet shows feature the work of modern playwrights as well as traditional folk stories. As a result, the puppet theaters have helped to revive many old Czech songs and stories which had almost been forgotten.

Sources: travelworldmagazine.com., About.com: Eastern Europe Travel and The Drama Review (New York University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology)

A Closer Look

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Pictured, at right, is the puppet known as Kaspárek. Kaspárek is a comic character who appears in many Czech puppet theater plays. Used widely as a teaching tool in the Czech Republic, it is common for elementary school children to participate in puppet theater productions.

Kaspárek, part of the The Czech Heritage Museum and Library in Temple collection of 13 puppets made in 1875 and brought to America in 1923. The puppets were donated to the museum by Bob and Ann Zvolanek of Dallas, Texas.

Fill in the blank in each sentence to make the statement correct.

1. Czech puppets started out as _______________________________

_____________________________________________________.

2. Puppets on strings were introduced in

_____________________.

3. Czech puppets were traditionally hand-carved from ____________

or made from _________________________________________.

4. _____________________________________ was considered one

of the greatest puppeteers of all time.

5. Puppet theatres have recently helped to revive many of the old Czech

________________________ and ________________________ .

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Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club meets June 6

Dear Vestnik Readers, On May 18, 2012, our club will join the Snook Brethren Church for Relay for Life. I want to remind youth club members to participate in the Flag Essay Contest. The deadline for submitting an essay and entering the coloring contest is May 31. June will begin another youth club year which means Leaders-in-Training Retreat, camp, and Youth Achievement Day are around the corner. Please remember that camp applications need to be completed online.

Our next meeting is June 6 at 6:30 p.m. See you there.

Fraternally submitted, Zachary Shelfer —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton youth invites all to picnic this Sunday

Dear Members, We had our monthly meeting on May 6, 2012. We discussed the picnic and youth achievement day and elected officers.

We will have our annual picnic on Sunday, June 3. We will have plates with fried chicken and sausage. Food will be served at 11 a.m. until ? We will have games, a tractor pull on Saturday and Sunday, entertainment and fun for everyone, and beseda dancers will dance at 3:45 p.m. The auction starts at 4 p.m.

Come out for a good time and see you there!

Justin Kraatz, age 13 —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton youth elected secretary

Dear Readers, On May 6, 2012, we had our monthly meeting at Lodge 47, Seaton and elected officers for the 2012-2013 youth year. I was elected secretary and look forward to serving in that position.

I am looking forward to Leaders-inTraining camp and Youth Achievement Day. I hope to see everyone at the picnic on June 3. We will dance beseda in the afternoon and have our youth club meeting after that.

Fraternally Brandon Hoelscher —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton youth busy with SPJST projects

Dear Readers, I just finished writing my Flag Day essay, and I am about to go to a scrapbook meeting. We have already started to work on youth achievement day projects, and I hope to do well.

Sincerely , Brady Alexander —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton youth working on YAD projects

Dear Readers, On May 6, 2012, we had our Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club meeting and elected officers. We are working on the scrapbook for youth achievement day, and I am working on my projects for YAD. Fraternally, Chase Alexander —SPJST—

Lodge 88, Houston youth elected treasurer

Dear Members, We had our meeting yesterday and elected officers. I am treasurer for this year. We talked about youth achievement day, camp, going to Splashtown on June 16, and State YAD. Fraternally, Keith Wockenfuss, age 7 —SPJST—

Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club readies for summer

Dear Members, We have several events that are coming up rather soon so mark your calendars! Youth achievement day cards are due to Mrs. Linney no later than Sunday, June 3. This is Homecoming at our lodge so you can turn them in then.

We also have Leaders-in-Training retreat coming up the first week of June from the 7th to the 9th. Please watch your email for times so you know when we are leaving. If you do

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sea of small white flowers. A distant ancestor named Paul Orsak decided that the women of the village of Novy Hrozenkov should be different than the surrounding Wallachian villages and had a white apron designed and embroidered with flowers and Czech motifs. Caitlin modeled an embroidered apron made for her to use in the competition.

Her blouse and vest display the colors of her ancestral village with every ribbon and design full of symbolism. Kroje are unique to the Czech culture and the contestants model them proudly.

Caitlin won the talent portion with the singing of “Immigrant’s Waltz” by the Dujka Brothers.

The daylong competition ended after the business meeting in the afternoon when the winner was announced. The second runner-up was Miss McLennanHill Counties Queen Hanna Marie Uptmore; first runner-up was Miss Brazos Valley Queen Jennifer Michelle Koll, and Miss Texas Czech Slovak Queen

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not see an email, please call Mrs. Linney.

We will go to Splashtown on Saturday, June 16.

YAD is Sunday, June 24 at Lodge 88. We will have a practice on Saturday, June 23 for those who want to practice on stage. Practice is from 9 to 11 a.m. Registration for YAD on Sunday, June 24 is from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Camp is July 12 to 15 at Cooper Farm.

State YAD is Saturday August 4th in Temple.

Fraternally, Allison Wockenfuss, age 15 —SPJST—

2012 was Miss Lavaca County Queen Caitlin Orsak.

Caitlin is the first young lady from Lavaca County to win the competition.

Miss Orsak is the daughter of Ronnie and Wanda Hermes Orsak of Shiner, Texas, and is a senior at Sacred Heart School in Hallettsville.

Miss Kenna Kubenka, daughter of Greg and Angie Bock Kubenka of Hallettsville, is attending Caitlin as her Little Czech Sister and now holds the title of the Texas Little Czech Sister. Kenna is in the second grade at Sacred Heart School. Queen Caitlin and Little Czech Sister Kenna will spend this year of their reign visiting schools and various organizations and riding in parades across the state.

After the pageant, a Queen’s Ball was held at the West KC Hall with music provided by the Czechaholics.

Caitlin will now advance to compete for the title of Miss Czech Slovak US in Wilber, Nebraska, in August. The winner of this national competition receives numerous prizes, including a trip to the Czech Republic.

Congratulations to Caitlin Orsak who is a shining example of Texas Czech heritage.

—SPJST—

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BENEVOLENCE

ROČNÍK 100 CISLO 22

Učme se česky Let Us Study Czech Lekce dvacátá Lesson 20

More conversation and terms about food and restaurants. .

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Slovníček Vocabulary

věřím—I believe jablko—apple švestka—plum účet—bill platit—to pay pěšky—on foot náhle—suddenly čerstvé—fresh pomeranč—orange pokračování—continuation vezmu—I will take jednoduché—simple nárok—claim, a right to náročný—demanding, hard to please protivný—annoying, offensive moučník—some sweet dessert, pastry jablkovy zavin—apple pie příručka—handbook, manual šlehaná smetana (or šlehačka)—whipping cream Nezlob se!—Don’t be angry! škoda (To je škoda!)—It’s too bad! broskev—peach (pl.- broskve) Najedl jsem se—I ate my fill znamenitý—excellent začátek—beginning vláda—government vládnout—to rule, govern táhnout—to pull, drag doba—time period konec—end pokrok—progress krok—step prodávat—to sell

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Slovanská Podporující Jednota Státu Texas

Uředni orgán SPJST ★ Založené roku 1897

kus—piece díky—thanks padnout—to fall více—more .

jedenáct dvanáct, už tam visí jako paňác. .

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These are useful terms, both in restaurants, and ordinary conversations.

Translate the sentences:

1. Pak budeme pokračovat.

2. Já si vezmu vepřový řízek a bramborový salát.

3. Nemáš nároky na něco zvláštního.

4. Ukaž, že jsi nenáročná česká dívka.

5. Číšník tomu stejně nebude věřit.

6. On si pomyslí, že jsi protivná.

7. Po mase a příkrmu se jí moučník.

8. Já si dám jablkový závin.

9. Já si objednám švestkové knedlíky.

10. Mluvíš jako konverzační příručka.

11. Pane vrchní, přineste mi černou kavu a šlehanou smetanu.

12. Kdo bude platit účet?

13. Teď půjdeme pěšky domů.

14. Znamenitě mi všechno chutnalo.

15. Najedl a napil jsem se dobře.

16. Nezlob se, že jdeme pěšky domů.

17. Škoda, že nemáme auto.

18. Koupíme si pomeranče než dojdem domů.

19. Zde je čerstvé ovoce.

20. Jsem unavená. Ani krok dál!

21. Nyní, docházím ku konci.

22. Ještě kousek domů.

23. Mockrát ti děkuji za doprovod domů. .

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Jedna, dvě, Honza, jde, tři, čtyři, z hospody, pět a šest, nese čest, sedm, osm, nemá rozum, devět, deset, jde se věšet,

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What is the general meaning of the following verse?

Milosrdenství (Pravidlo)

Kdo bližnímu nepomáhá, Tomu Bůh pomoci váha; Kdo chce Bohu milým býti, Lásku k bližnímu musí míti.

—SPJST—

Czech Kolache Klobase Festival set for June 9

The 22nd Annual Czech Kolache Klobase Festival is scheduled for Satu r d a y, June 9, 2012, at Riverside Hall in East Bernard, Te x a s .

T h i s event brings people together to enjoy g o o d music and good food and to celebrate ethnic heritage and culture. Beginning at 10:30 a.m. and continuing nonstop until 11:30 p.m., this year’s festival again features a first-rate lineup of entertainers. This year’s bands include Mark Halata and Texavia, Czech and Then Some, Dujka Bros., Red Ravens, Lazy Farmers, Czechaholics, and The Washers. There will be a three-band concert at 4:30 p.m. inside the hall.

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The Keller Academy of Performing Arts Dance Group will return this year in their colorful Czech costumes.

Festival admission will be $7 per person; children 12 and under admitted free of charge. The admission fee covers all entertainment and music provided by bands and entertainers in the hall and outdoors in the pavilion.

Massive water fans will cool the pavilion to provide a more comfortable setting for dancers and spectators. A large mesh canopy covers the area in front of the pavilion to protect visitors from the June sun. Arts and crafts booths will be located both inside and outside the hall. Crafts and goods of every kind will be available for sale.

This is a good opportunity to shop for hand-crafted items, jewelry, and clothing. A cakewalk will feature delicious, homemade cakes and pastries providing the opportunity to win a delicious cake to take home and enjoy.

This year, there will again be entertainment for the younger set. Kiddie games will keep the youngsters occupied. They will also be able to enjoy a performance at 1 p.m. by Czech costumed students from the Keller Academy of Performing Arts of East Bernard. The Academy is under the direction and choreography of Tanya Keller.

A plate lunch will be served featuring sausage, barbecue chicken, sauerkraut, and other trimmings. The sausage and chicken will be prepared on site the morning of the festival by society members assuring a fresh cooked meal. Drive-thru plates will be offered from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Festival admission will not be charged for drive-thru customers. Of course, there will be hundreds of kolaches for sale throughout the day, and hamburgers and sausage sandwiches will be available in the afternoon.

A great list of prizes highlights the drawing this year including several quilts hand-crafted in Texas, gift certificates and a number of other prizes.

Drawing tickets are available from

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each KJT society member and from various local businesses. They are also available through the mail if so desired – contact Albert Smaistrla (979) 335-4473.

A patriotic flag tribute honoring our veterans and grand march is scheduled for 3 p.m. and will feature an Honor Guard and “Uncle Sam.” Everyone with an ethnic costume is urged and encouraged to wear them to the festival and join in this march. The P.O.L.K.of A. members in their “red and whites” are also urged to attend and join in the spirit of fun and appreciation of the happy sounds of polka and waltz music.

The Kolache Klobase Festival is now in its 22nd year and provides fun and entertainment for the entire family. The Festival Committee cordially invites everyone to attend and urges the wearing of Czech and ethnic costumes to add a festive atmosphere and to further promote the preservation and celebration of ethnic heritage.

For information about game or arts and crafts booths, call (979) 531-9747.

For general information and band schedules, call (979) 335-7907 or visit the festival website at

www.kkfest.com.

KJT Society No. 40, the festival sponsor, is a non-profit organization and has been in existence in East Bernard since 1905. The organization participates in a program of charitable works including special youth programs, scholarships, social welfare and civic support. Society No. 40 would like to extend a special invitation to everyone to come out and enjoy the festival. East Bernard is located about 45 miles southwest of Houston on Highway 90-A. Martha Victorin Lodge 28, East Bernard —SPJST—

TCGS hosts “Czech Indoor Picnic— Bugs ‘n All”

The Caldwell Civic/Visitors’ Center was the setting for the “Czech Indoor Picnic – Bugs ‘n All,” hosted by the Texas Czech Genealogical Society, on Saturday, April 21, 2012.

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.

June 1 Early Czech Schools Submission Deadline—Please send photos/information about school buildings, sports, clubs, teachers, and/or students from the late 1800s to the mid1900s to: Charlene Hurta, 1231 CR 201A, Angleton, Texas 77515 or email to cmhurta@earthlink.net. Submitted by Nancy Machu, Lodge 29, Taylor.

June 9 22nd Kolache-Klobase Festival—at Riverside Hall, East Bernard, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.: music; food; indoor/outdoor entertainment; Czech costumes - kroje - encouraged to add ethnic flavor; patriotic grand march; arts/crafts; cake walk; plenty of kolaches for sale; kid games; family fun.

For general information - (979) 3357907; Riverside Hall (979) 335-4875; or for booth information/(979) 3357699; or visit www.kkfest.com. Proceeds benefit KJT Society No. 40 Hall fund. See ad in May 23 Vestnik.

June 7 - 9 Czech Collectors Association Convention/Annual General Meeting at the Czech Center Museum Houston: CCA is dedicated to the ABCs – Austrian, Bohemian, and Czechoslovakian decorative arts. For information visit www.czechcollectors.org; or contact Dave Phleps (515) 2818189.

June 16 Texas Czech Genealogical Society Summer Conference “Two Became One - The Perfect Pair”—at Caldwell Civic Center, 103 Presidential Corridor W, Caldwell, Texas.

June 23 TCHCC and CHS Czech Youth and Family Day—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange, Texas. Contact TCHCC (888) 7854500.

Through June 25 Textile Exhibit—at TCHCC Museum, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange, Texas: lace, embroidery, crochet, knitting, tatting, and fabrics.

Anyone interested in sharing textiles, email TCHCC info@czechtexas.org; or call (979) 968-9399; also visit www.czechtexas.org. Submitted by Retta Chandler, TCHCC President/Lodge 25, Ennis.

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SPJST Lodge 9, Snook Youth Beseda Dancers performed at the TCGS event on April 21 in Caldwell.

Registration began at 8:30 a.m., and delicious kolaches, juice, and coffee were served throughout the morning.

Guests enjoyed time to visit with friends and family members, prior to the beginning of the day’s activities.

TCGS President Charlene Hurta opened the program with a welcome to all attendees, followed by comments by Caldwell Mayor Norris McManus. Reverend John Gantt brought the invocation and lead in the singing of the Star Spangled Banner and the Czech National Anthem—Kde Domov Muj. The title of the first presentation of the day was “The Influence of the Catholic Faith and the KJT on the Czech Immigrants in Texas,” which was delivered by Christopher Urban, State President of KJT. He described the early days of Czech immigration, mentioning the slow, difficult travel that the early settlers endured, and the hardships of the priests, who traveled a great deal, administering to members in a number of small towns around Texas. He also explained the history of KJT. Chairman of the TCGS Scholarship Committee Ann Hyzak then presented two applicants for the very first $1,000 TCGS scholarship. One of the qualifications of winning this scholarship was to be in attendance at this event, and to present a talk on “The Importance of Knowing Family History.”

Erin Mitchell, granddaughter of TCGS member Bernadette Mitchell, gave a most interesting and well-prepared oral report to the audience, and it was very well received.

Samuel Vanicek, son of TCGS member Brian Vanicek, presented his talk by a video presentation, due to the fact that he was representing his school in UIL competition that day,

which prevented his attendance at this event. His talk was well-presented as well, and the audience was equally impressed with his presentation.

Because of the fact that the qualifications of both candidates were almost identical, both students were presented with $1000 scholarships from TCGS. A delicious lunch, catered by Dave and Jerry’s, consisting of normal picnic fare - fried chicken, potato salad, baked beans, rolls, cookies, and tea was enjoyed by the entire group. Dave even surprised us with sauerkraut soup!

The afternoon session was kicked off by a superb presentation of the authentic, Czech dance—beseda, which was performed by the SPJST Lodge 9, Snook Youth Beseda Dancers. It was easy to see that the attendees enjoyed this intricate dance, by the toe and finger tapping of many in the room.

The presentation by Reverend James Hejl, pastor of the Taylor Brethren Church, was entitled “The Influence of the Brethren Church on the Czech Immigrants in Texas.” This presentation centered on the history of the Czech-Moravian Brethren Church, beginning with Jan Hus, and with his influence on the earliest Protestant immigrants in Texas and with the preachers who served them. Reverend Hejl’s warm, friendly presentation was enjoyed by everyone in attendance.

TCGS First Vice President Patrick Janis followed Reverend Hejl with his talk on “Road Maps Around Your Genealogy Brick Walls.” The presentation was full of sound advice and suggestions from one who has been working with genealogy problems for many, many years. A number of questions from the audience were answered by Patrick, and many felt the urge to continue with family research,

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due to his tips and comments.

The last event of the day was a time set aside for those, who had reached brick walls, to get help from several genealogists on hand. Computer help was available, internet search sites were accessed, and the research books, maps, and charts in the bookroom were also utilized. TCGS is grateful to Sallie and Wayne Wendt and Arnold Pechal, who tirelessly haul their vast collections of research books to every TCGS event for attendees to use.

A live auction for three gift baskets was conducted by Henry Holubec, with help from able assistants, Nancy Holubec and Charlene Hurta. The money raised from this auction will be used for the procurement of a World War II Army Jeep, which is being sought by TCGS. The day ended after announcing the winners of the door prizes and silent auction items.

Submitted by, Nancy Machu SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor —SPJST—

Tour Europe with Chris and Edita

Chris and Edita Rybak invite you to join their Europe Tour 2012 to Austria, Czech Republic, and Germany. The tour is scheduled from June 27 to July 9, 2012. and will feature the beautiful

scenery of Europe, churches, shopping for souvenirs, along with music

by Chris Rybak while you travel.

There will also be polka parties with local bands, including the Veselanka band. The tour also includes a boat cruise in Prague as well as a tour of the Pilsner Urquell brewery. The flight, accommodations, bus, program, meals, and music are all included.

See the ad in last week’s May 23 Vestnik, or contact Edita Rybak (512) 963-6660 or editarybak@hotmail.com.

More info on this tour can also be found at www.chrisrybak.com or www.texasczechs.com. Please reserve your seat today as space is limited!

Submitted by, Chris and Edita Rybak —SPJST—

TOCA hosts awards dinner

The Texans of Czech Ancestry (TOCA) annual Awards Appreciation Dinner was held at the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center on March 24, 2012.

TOCA, whose directors are representatives of 12 Czech-founded organizations honored their own outstanding member(s). Certificates were presented by TOCA President Arlene Cloyd. Arlene is also a director of KJZT.

Delisle Doherty for Vice President

One of the primary needs in updating SPJST’s insurance operations is in the area of technology, primarily software.

Delisle Doherty is very well qualified to accomplish these advances, and Lodge 181, Conroe endorses him for Vice President.

Charles D Toney III, BS, MS, MBA “Chuck” SPJST Sales Agent and Secretary, Lodge 181, Conroe

The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center honored Carolyn Sumbera Heinsohn for her dedication and contributions to TCHCC. The other organizations and their honorees are: American SOKOL— Larry and Lillian Laznovsky, Czech Heritage Society of Fort Bend County—Shirley Brodecky Myers, Czech Heritage Society of Texas—Janis Marie Hrncir, Czech Heritage Society of TravisWilliamson Counties—Sarah Jo Futschik Vitek, KJT—Lorenda Jetter Polasek, KJZT—Linda Pavlicek,

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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RVOS—C.W. Cernosek and Larry Laznovsky, SPJST—Lloyd House, CEFT—Paul T. Hlavinka, CESAT— Thadious T. Polasek and TOCA— Kenneth Ray Klanika.

Sponsors for the event were Honorary Consul General Raymond Snokhous and Clarice Marik Snokhous for the music, RVOS for the Hanslik Hall rental, and SPJST for the wine and cheese reception.

Retta Chandler Lodge 25, Ennis —SPJST—

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Public Invited!

SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton

Star Hall Annual Picnic 5 Miles East of Temple on Highway 53 Sunday, June 3, 2012 T.A.T.P.A. Sanctioned Tractor Pull

Saturday, June 2 - 11 a.m. and Sunday, June 3 - 11 a.m

Fried Chicken and Sausage with all the Trimmings Serving Time: 11 a.m. - until ? • Plates $8 • Drive-Thru Live for Plates-To-Go Horseshoe Tournament - Sign up at 12 noon; Throwing Starts at 1 p.m.

Musical Entertainment by Billy, Jerry and Friends Youth Beseda Dancers - 3:45 p.m.

Bake Sale - Kolaches • Cakes • Pies Auction Starts at 4 p.m.

Free Entertainment Throughout the Day! Entertainment and Fun for Everyone!

Your Past and Present Patronage is Always Appreciated.

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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment

Post your lodge’s 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 $2 per column inch for lodge ads; $4 per column inch for non-profit organization ads; and $6 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: First Monday of even-numbered months February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the lodge hall. Potluck served after meeting.

Youth Club Meetings: First Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall.

LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Please take note of new lodge meeting time: Lodge meetings are held the 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, June 1—Social night, 6 p.m.

Saturday, June 2—Petter family reunion, 2 p.m.

Sunday, June 3—Lodge 6 meeting, 2 p.m.

Saturday, June 9—Richard and Paula Veselka 25th wedding anniversary Friday, June 15—Social night, 6 p.m.

Saturday, June 16—Lenart family reunion Sunday, June 17—Soukup family reunion, 10 a.m.

Saturday, June 23—Girard family reunion Sunday, June 24—Filer/Pustejovsky reunion, 10 a.m.

Friday, June 29—Malone Co-op, Inc. annual meeting, 6 p.m.

Saturday, June 30—Krizan family reunion

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) \Sunday, June 10—Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, polkas/waltzes/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7/person Saturday, June 16—Peoples Choice, country/western/mix music. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. $7/person Sunday, June 17—Czech and Then Some, polkas/waltzes/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person

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

LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davilla, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Rita Marburger (512) 859-2584. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Directions: Located 12 miles south of Schulenburg, in Moravia.

From Highway 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West four miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North. Go one mile; hall is on the right.

Lodge Meetings: Tuesday after the second Sunday in March, June, and September, 7:30 p.m.; and the first Sunday of December, 3 p.m.

LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Burlington. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit at blinking light on Hwy 53 to FM 485; go one mile to FM 964.

Hall Rental Information: Wilbert Mikeska (254) 9852484; Hall phone: (254) 985-2393; wmmike@peoplepc.com. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Visit www.spjstflaghall.com.

LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Saturday, June 2—Private rental Sunday, June 3—Youth club meeting, 1:30 p.m.

Thursday, June 14—Lodge meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, June 24—Dining room rental Saturday, June 30—Benefit

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) Friday, June 1—Fritz Hodde, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday 6 to 9 p.m.)

Wednesday, June 6—Senior citizens’ dominoes, 2 p.m.

Friday, June 8—Glen Collins Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

(Parents of Thrall 4H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m.)

Wednesday, June 13—Live music by the Bobby Jay Five band, 7 to 10 p.m.

Friday, June 15—Stepsiders, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Parents of Thrall 4H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m.)

Friday, June 22—Straight Up Country, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Parents of Thrall 4H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers from 6 to 9 p.m.)

Wednesday, June 27 – Live music by the Bobby Jay Five Band, 7 to 10 p.m.

***Thrall 4-H Booster Club will be selling grilled cheese sandwiches and old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.

All Wednesday and Friday night dances have free admission.

Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, at intersection of State Hwy 95 and US 79 Business (4th Street), turn east on Hwy 79. Proceed to FM 619, turn north (left) and go about .8 mile to the hall.

Hall Rental Information: (512) 352-9139; Hall Phone: (512) 352-9139. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. 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 Citizens’ 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, June 16—Timeless Country Saturday, July 21—Cherokee Rose

Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From IH35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy. 84 East through Bellmead; go approx. 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy. 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” 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 O’Shields (979) 324-5961; FAC Dianna Everett (979) 693-5287. Insurance certificates info, call Secretary Lillie Matejka O’Shields (979) 324-5961.

LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59 in Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Brenda Cox (979) 543-7171; Hall Phone: (979) 648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:15 p.m. at the hall.

Bingo every Monday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Kitchen and snack bar. Hall is non-smoking. License #17600539641.

LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca, Texas.

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LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Sunday, June 3—Annual Picnic . . watch the Vestnik for details!

Sunday, June 17—Ocker Brethren Church Father’s Day Barbecue Dinner: includes all the trimmings; starting at 11a.m.; silent auction. Proceeds benefit the church.

Saturday, June 23—Free Appreciation Dance for the public: Ennis Czech Boys, 7 to 11 p.m.

Sunday, June 24—Private Saturday, June 30—Jerry Haisler Saturday, July 7—Private Saturday, July 14—Private Friday, Saturday/July 20, 21—Annual Barbecue Cookoff and Tractor Pulll

Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy. 53, Temple. Directions: Star Hall is 6 miles east of Temple on Highway 53 (Adams Avenue). Seaton Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Frank Klinkovsky (254) 773-4801; Hall Phone: (254) 985-2548. Saturday Night Dances: Hall and kitchen open at 6 p.m. 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.

LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: From Taylor, take the South Loop. Turn right on FM 112. Go about 1/2 mile. Turn right on FM 619. 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 June at 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls; second Sunday in September and December at 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls.

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 Directors’ 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, June 2—Moonglow Orchestra, big band music. *Dress Code. $11 per person Saturday, June 3—Homecoming - Battle Dance: Mark Halata and Texavia and Czechaholics, polka/variety, 2 to 8 p.m.

Saturday, June 9—Jack Melick Orchestra, big band music. *Dress Code. $12 per person Saturday, June 16—Red Ravens, polka/variety. $8 per person Saturday, June 23—No dance Saturday, June 30—Bobby Flores. $20 per person.

Take Note: All dances are held from 8 p.m. to midnight, unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. Beer, set-ups, soda, and ice sold at bar. Please do not bring from outside. *Dress code dances: evening attire for ladies and gentlemen.

Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Highway 290—Take Magnum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall Rental Information: Lodge Hall: (713) 869-5767; or www.lodge88.org.

Lodge Meetings: Second Monday, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Bingo: Every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 3-00-621-207741001.

LODGE 91, CROSBY (5) Lodge Meetings: quarterly meetings—TBA in the Vestnik. Contact Secretary Vonda Smesny (713) 8707114.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Saturday, June 23—Metro Dance Club: Ronnie Martin, swingtime

Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From Interstate 35 West in Fort Worth, take Interstate 30 West to the Henderson exit. Take Henderson North, and it becomes Jacksboro Highway (TX199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cutoff which is a right off of Jacksboro Highway. The lodge also known as National Hall is on the right about 3/4 block down the road. (A Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner.) Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone (817) 624-1361. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall.

Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Family Nights - first and third Tuesdays. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band plays every first Sunday and most third Friday nights.

The other Friday nights will be live ballroom type music. Dressy casual. Listen to KNON 89.3 FM on Sunday at 2 p.m. for up-to-date announcements. Tune in to KAAM 770 AM for some easy listening music.

Visit www.nationalhallspjst92.org.

LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Friday in March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Gay Revel (361) 573-4443 for meeting location.

LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West three miles to FM 1303; turn right and go two miles. Hall is on the right.

Hall Rental Information: (830) 393-7796; Hall Phone: (803) 393-6500. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 117, ROBSTOWN (7) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of March, June, September, and December, 1:30 p.m. at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard, Corpus Christi.

LODGE 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date/time/location, call Secretary Stanley (Martha) Vrla (214) 8262670/email mvrla@sbcglobal.net; or Sales Agent John Vrla (214) 906-3385/email jvrla@cebridge.net.

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 Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month following the adult lodge meeting at Frank Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton.

LODGE 151, WHARTON (6) Meeting Location Update—Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. However, the June meeting will be held on the third Monday in 2012. In addition, the March, June, and September meetings will be held at Wharton Depot Museum, 100 S. Sunset Street, Wharton. Our December meeting and Christmas party will be held in the meeting room of Hinze's Bar-B-que Catering, Hwy 59, Wharton.

LODGE 153, LA SALLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Mary Jane Sralla (361) 782-3374 for meeting location.

LODGE 154, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From IH35 West in Fort Worth, take IH20 West exit. Stay on IH20 West until you come to 820; stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Highway and Azle Street exit. Take Azle Street exit; go to the traffic light. Turn left at the traffic light. Go to the second traffic light, then turn right onto Boat Club Road. Go approx. 2 1/2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: (817) 237-5181. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 155, AUSTIN (2) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of March, June, September, and December. Call Secretary Ginny Prasatik (512) 472-1721 for meeting time/location.

LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of every other month, 1 p.m. Call Secretary Cynthia Kristinek (806) 763-7245; ckristinek@yahoo.com for meeting location.

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

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

LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Meeting Location Update: Lodge meetings are now be held at Country Inn Restaurant, 1000 East Blue Bell Road, Brenham, Texas 77833. Meal and social at 6:30 p.m.; meeting follows at 7 p.m. Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday of February, April, June, August, and October, and the first Sunday of December at 12 noon at Country Inn Restaurant, 1000 East Blue Bell Road, Brenham, Texas 77833.

LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Saturday, June 2—Detour Band Sunday, June 24—June meeting, 1 p.m. (note date change due to Father’s Day)

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 181, CONROE (5) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at Ryan's, 1413 N Loop 336 W, Conroe. For more information, contact Barbara Williams-Rash (936) 295 7778 or email bwillrash@suddenlink.net or Chuck Toney (281) 362-9062 or emaili cdtiii@toney.us.

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, 7:30 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.

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LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock.

Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy. 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. There will be a 7-11 on the right. Turn right; proceed past Hopewell School.

Continue through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. From Temple: Take IH 35 South. Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign; take left on University Boulevard. The third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right is 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 Munday’s office, 416 Oak Street, Bryan (behind the Kettle Restaurant on Texas Avenue).

LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information/Dance Reservations: Andy Anderson (936) 634-1962. Lodge Meetings: First Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. Regular Dances: First Friday 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, MORGAN’S 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: Third Tuesday of each month 6:30 p.m. at China Buffet, 2001 Katy Mills Boulevard, Katy.

LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 4 p.m. at Alumni Student Center, conference rooms A and B, Texas Lutheran Campus, Seguin.

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