Vestnik 2012 10 24 by SPJST

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Volume 100 Number 42

S P J S T Benevolence

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★ Humanity ISSN —07458800

Making A Difference

Members from Lodges 29, Taylor; 87, Temple; and 200, Bruceville-Eddy joined members from Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point to help make a difference outside the SPJST Home Office recently. Members cleaned and beautified the areas around the office. Pictured are, left to right, Linda Pospisil, Collin and Kaitlyn Whatley, James Hosch, Hiram Dixon, Blanche Shollenberger, Jesse Pospisil, David Nauert, and Charlie Herendon. More on page 15. Look around your community. Are people hungry, homeless, or ill? Are parks or schools dirty or neglected? No matter where you live, there’s a need nearby. And on Make A Difference Day, millions of Americans are expected to roll up their sleeves to help others. You can act alone or enlist your friends, family, and coworkers. Thousands of people across the community can band together. Learn more at www.makeadifferenceday.com.

October 24, 2012

Insured by SPJST

Lodge 187, Round Rock members welcomed Kadnce and Kember Meyer to the lodge at the October meeting. They will celebrate their first birthdays on November 1. —Photo submitted by Jennifer McCarthy

‘Tis the Season for Pumpkins!

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Interest Rates.......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 Readers Write ......................................3 Job Postings........................................4 100 Pennies Donor Listing .................4 Lodge Section......................................6

★ Brotherhood

Pumpkins are everywhere! These adorable creations were designed by District Four youth at the fall fun day held October 13 in Abilene. More on page 18.

Inside This Week’s Vestnik

Reunions ............................................13 In Memoriam ......................................16 Youth Section.....................................17 Czech Culture ....................................25 Advertisements ............................28-29 Lodge Calendar .................................30

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Home Office employees honored for years of service

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SPJST Float makes front page of Burleson County Tribune

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Czech Heritage Museum hosts exhibit opening

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Wednesday, October 24, 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 JESSE POSPISIL 4710 FM 1331, Taylor, Texas 76574-2164 Home: (512) 365-1110 • Mobile: (512) 826-7371 email: jlpospisil@yahoo.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 KAREN KASPAR, FIC, CFFM 8550 N. State Highway 71 El Campo, Texas 77437-9819 Home: (979) 543-2532 • Mobile: (979) 332-1616 email: k-kaspar@hotmail.com

DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR BOB J. BAYER, FIC 1100 Hospital Blvd, Floresville, Texas 78114-2912 Home: (830) 393-9073 BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT/ MARKETING MANAGER Don Strickland Mobile: (254) 239-8206 • Office: (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-1456 • email: dons@spjst.com FRATERNAL FIELD MANAGERS DISTRICTS ONE/THREE Philip (Phil) McBee, FICF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 239-7580 • Fax: (325) 784-7448 email: philm@spjst.com DISTRICTS TWO/SEVEN Hiram Dixon, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 231-7722 • Fax: (254) 501-4479 email: hadixon2003@yahoo.com DISTRICT FOUR Bobby Davis, FICF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 239-9153 • Fax: (325) 657-2003 email: bobbyd@spjst.com DISTRICTS FIVE/SIX Delisle Doherty Mobile: (254) 239-9616 • Fax: (281) 855-3039 email: delisled@spjst.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, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 • (210) 535-4916 - email: 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) 540-8531 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 HUMAN RESOURCES DEBBIE KLINKOVSKY (254) 773-1575 • email: debbiek@spjst.com

Editor’s Note

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Supreme Lodge mee ts

The Supreme Lodge was in session last week at the Home Office.

Officers and directors met from Tuesday, October 16 to Thursday, October 18. The Supreme Lodge consists of the President, Vice President, Secretary-Treasurer, and seven district directors. The group welcomed new directors Jesse Pospisil of District Two and Karen Kaspar of District Six. The 2013 Supreme Lodge Chairman and Vice Chairman were elected. Chairman is Donnie Victorick, and Vice Chairman is Bob Bayer. Congratulations to these gentlemen.

Early Voting Starts This Week Election Day is Tuesday, November 6, but early voting started October 22 and continues through November 2. Early voting sure beats standing in long lines on Election Day. So take advantage of these two weeks of great opportunity, and exercise your right to vote today!

Lodge/Youth Club Mailouts We received several lodge mailouts last week for Christmas parties. Thanks to the lodges and youth clubs who are planning ahead and submitting their information early. This really helps us! Each SPJST lodge and each SPJST youth club is offered (free of charge) one mailout per year. Submit the information to the Vestnik/Communication Department. We design and prepare a flyer/letter and mail it to all member households of the respective lodge. (Youth club mailouts are sent to lodge members who are ages five to 16.) Give us a call or email details.

Get Well Soon, Jerry! We send get well wishes to Honorary Supreme Lodge Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas who underwent knee surgery recently. Brother Jerry is recovering at Cornerstone Gardens Rehabilitation Center in Temple. Jerry

served as Financial Secretary and retired in 2010 with 50 years of service to the Home Office. Best wishes, Jerry, for a speedy recovery. We miss you.

Don’t Quit When things go wrong, as they sometimes will, When the road you’re trudging seems all uphill, When the funds are low and the debts are high, And you want to smile, but you have to sigh, When care is pressing you down a bit, Rest, if you must, but don’t you quit.

Life is queer with its twists and turns, As every one of us sometimes learns, And many a failure turns about, When he might have won had he stuck it out; Don’t give up though the pace seems slow— You may succeed with another blow. Often the goal is nearer than, It seems to a faint and faltering man, Often the struggler has given up, When he might have captured the victor’s cup, And he learned too late when the night slipped down, How close he was to the golden crown.

Success is failure turned inside out— The silver tint of the clouds of doubt, And you never can tell how close you are, It may be near when it seems so far, So stick to the fight when you’re hardest hit— It’s when things seem worst that you must not quit. —Author unknown —SPJST—

VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the last week of August and the fourth week of December by VĚSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $25 per year for non-members. 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.

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SPJST INTEREST RATES Universal Life

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

Farm/Commercial Property Rates

75% Owner Farm Property 5.00% 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

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Annuity IV 3.00% for Annualized* * Rates effective 08/01/12 through 10/31/12.

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Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Readers Write

Reader appreciates “The Moravians” at Muziky, Muziky

Ms. Zavodny: I am writing you because I attended the Muziky, Muziky program at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange on Sunday, October 14 and was so impressed with the brass band from Ennis that I would like to spread the word about them. I hope that they can become better known in our Texas Czech community. The group is called “The Moravians” and is from the town of Ennis, Texas. The group started among high school friends (about two years ago) and played Czech music, principally polkas and waltzes at the Muziky, Muziky event. Their vocalists even sing in Czech. They are excellent musicians and play with such joy and happiness. It just spilled over into the audience.

Because these young men are probably 18 and 19 years old, they might not last long as a Czech band and should be enjoyed while they are still together. Lorence Bravenec Lodge 88, Houston Retired TAMU Professor —SPJST—

Reader appreciates book promotion

Thank you very much for promoting Darwin’s book, The Brick Sidewalk in the October 10 Vestnik. He was totally surprised and awed by that marvelous article and all the photos. The phone has been ringing off the wall since the publication came out! Sincerely, Nancy Machu Lodge 29, Granger —SPJST—

Family Fun and Important Dates

October 28 District Three Fall Meeting/Fun Day Lodge 84, Dallas October 28 Lodge 88, Houston Czech Day (5) Nov. 10 Lodge 18, Elgin Chili Supper (2) Nov. 11 Lodge 6, Cottonwood Worker Appreciation Dinner (3) Nov. 17 SPJST Float • Tomball Holiday Parade (5) Nov. 18 Lodge 133, San Antonio Thanksgiving Luncheon (7) Nov. 23 SPJST Float • Fort Worth Christmas Parade (3) Nov. 30 SPJST Float • Cleburne Christmas Parade (3) Dec. 1 SPJST Float • Arlington Christmas Parade (3) Dec. 1 SPJST Float • Smithville Christmas Parade (1) Dec. 1 Lodge 13, Dime Box Christmas Party (1) Dec. 1 Lodge 97, Placedo Christmas Lunch Vera Cruz, Victoria (6) Dec. 2 Lodge 24, Cyclone Christmas Party (2) Dec. 2 Lodge 29, Taylor Christmas Party (2) Dec. 2 Lodge 49, Rowena Christmas Party (4) Dec. 2 Lodge 54, West Christmas Party (3) Dec. 3 SPJST Float • Temple Christmas Parade (2) Dec. 3 SPJST Home Office Christmas Open House Dec. 7 SPJST Float • Rosebud Christmas Parade (2) Dec. 7 Lodge 51, Ellinger Christmas Party (1) Dec. 7 Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Christmas Party (2) Dec. 8 Lodge 80, Holland Christmas Party (2) Dec. 8 Lodge 183, Arlington Christmas Party (3) Dec. 10 Lodge 151, Wharton Christmas Social/Meeting (6) Wharton Depot Museum Dec. 11 Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Christmas Party (2) Dec. 12 Lodge 177, Academy Christmas Social (2) Dec. 13 Lodge 179, Warrenton Christmas Dinner (1) Dec. 15 SPJST Float • Hawley Christmas Parade (4)

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Accounting Assistant

SPJST Home Office Job Postings SPJST seeks a qualified individual for the position of Accounting Assistant.

Duties and Qualification Accounts payable, maintains the subscription of the company newspaper, acknowledges pre-authorized drafts, general office and clerical duties, operates general office machines and scanners. Answers telephone and inquires, serves as back-up to other accounting functions within the department, computer literate in Windows-based software, including word processing and spreadsheets programs. Insurance and bookkeeping experience a plus. Must be organized and have the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.

Submit Resume and Application To: PO Box 100, Temple, TX, 76503, Attn: Human Resources. Applications may be completed online at www.spjst.org.

Application Deadline: 10/26/2012.

Staff Accountant

SPJST seeks a qualified individual for the position of Staff Accountant. SPJST is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Duties and Qualifications Under the supervision of the Financial Secretary, applies accounting principle, practices, and procedures to prepare and analyze financial statements including balance sheet, income statement, and departmental budgets. Responsible for the preparation of journal entries, analysis of general ledger account balances and reconciliations, verifies accuracy, and makes recommendations for correction. Ensures that assigned responsibilities properly reflect SPJST’s position. Education qualification requires a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field. Three to five years experience in similar position required.

Submit Resume and Application to: PO Box 100, Temple, TX, 76503, Attn: Human Resources. Applications may also be completed online at www.spjst.org.

Application Deadline: 11/02/2012. —SPJST—

• District Three Fall Fun Day • Sunday, October 28, 2012 • Lodge 84, Dallas

More details on page 5.

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SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Donors’ List

This is the first donor listing for

the 2012-2013 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. Members and friends are encouraged to support the 2012-2013 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. In sending in your donation, please be sure to include donor’s name(s) so that proper acknowledgement may be published in the Vestnik. Donations are tax deductible, and 100 percent of the amount that you contribute is used for scholarships to SPJST members. Mail your contribution to: SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503

There have been 58 donations made to the 2012-2013 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive. Donations to date are $2,394.60. SPJST Memorial donations to date are $9,749.56. Thank you for your generous donations to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund. Because of your generosity, many young SPJST members will be able to attend or continue with college. The 2012-2013 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive goal is $20,000. Thank you for your kind support. For more information or printed donation solicitation forms, please contact the Fraternal Department at (800) 7277578.

Guidelines for Giving 1. Donations made by lodges out of lodge funds will be listed as a lodge donation. 2. Collected donations from a lodge meeting will be listed individually by member’s last name in alphabetical order. Individuals submitting a donation will also be listed by member’s last name alphabetically. 3. Gifts of $50 or more will be printed in bold. 4. Families or groups, which desire names, listed under a particular last name or group name should indicate this on the donation form or letter, otherwise, the names will be listed as individual donations by last name in alphabetical order. 5. 100 Pennies donations made as a memorial will be listed under memorial donations in a separate listing.

Note: Please print donor’s name(s) clearly.

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Anonymous Ballew, Kennedy Clark, Erica Clark, Madeline District Seven YAD Silent Auction Droste, Amanda Droste, Brandon Dvorak, April Dvorak, Misty Elsik, Doris Hoggard, Amanda Hoggard, Lane Hoggard, Sammy Hoggard, Sandra Holland, Austen Howell, Larry C. Jurik, Amanda Jurik, Michael Krajca, Devin Langer, Reagan McClellan, Melinda Motley, Dustin Motley, Tori Mraz, Jacob Mraz, Justin Narro, Dillon Narro, Macy Rothermel, James (Jim) and Dorothy Ann in honor of their 65th Anniversary Simmons, Tiffany Slovak, Hanna Slovak, Hayley Slovak, Lane SPJST Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy SPJST Lodge 139 Danbury SPJST Lodge 92 Fort Worth Standard, Bertillie State YAD Silent Auction Steinman, Rose Sullivan, Preston Taylor, Alexis Tignor, Paige Tignor, Pierce Torres, Alyssa Vanecek, Collin Vanecek, Kacie Vasicek, Edwin J. Williams, Doug and Bea Zmolik, Olivia Zmolik, Samuel —SPJST—

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

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From the Supreme Lodge President Lodges Encouraged to Designate Their 2012 Fraternalist of the Year

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Fraternalism — doing good for others — is a natural and outward expression of compassion. Our fraternal brothers and sisters who give of themselves help to define the concept of fraternalism and further the goals of SPJST. Through the Fraternalist of the Year Program, SPJST lodges honor lodge members who through example and accomplishment have provided outstanding fraternal service to their lodge, Society, and community during the past year. SPJST 2012 Fraternalist of the Year program information as well as the newly revised, easy-to-complete nominating form were mailed to lodge fraternal activities coordinators (FACs) and lodge secretaries this past week. I hope that every active lodge con-

siders designating a Fraternalist of the Year in 2012 — someone who has shown a strong commitment to SPJST while making a tireless effort to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Complete information regarding the SPJST’s Fraternalist of the Year Program including a new, shorter and easy-to-complete nomination form may be viewed online at www.spjst.org. Please review this information at your next meeting. Thank you for your attention and for all that you do to bring vitality and meaning to the fraternal ideal. It’s a blessing and a pleasure working with you. Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—

District News

District Two Sales Agents’ Meetings Set

Hello, District Two Agents! District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and I will host training/informational meetings in District Two this month. We will focus on SPJST’s marketing plan, district production so far this year, and ways to help you become more successful with SPJST. It is extremely important that you attend one of the two meetings. I look forward to seeing you at one of the two meetings, and, of course, we will provide a meal and good times! Please bring your laptops if you need to update the software. The meeting times and places are: Wednesday, October 24 at 6:30 p.m SPJST Home Office 520 North Main in Temple

Thursday, October 25 at 6:30 p.m. SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor 5025 FM 619

I have some exciting news to share with you that SPJST is doing to help us in the field. Please respond to me by email hadixon2003@yahoo.com or phone (254) 231-7722 and let me know which meeting you will attend. Thank you, and I look forward to seeing you at one of the meetings. Fraternally, Hiram Dixon, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM Fraternal Field Manager Districts Two/Seven —SPJST—

District Three Fall Fun Day set for Sunday, October 28 at Lodge 84, Dallas

Dear Members, District Three Fall Fun Day is set for Sunday, October 28, 2012, at Lodge 84, Dallas. Registration is from 9 to 10 a.m. All ages are invited and encouraged to participate in a talent show. Come show us your talent! Other activities include a costume contest and a Christmas ornament contest.

Lunch consisting of burgers, beans, and chips will be available for $7 or six canned goods. Each lodge is asked to donate a gift card or basket valued at $25. Fraternally, Vicki Sims District Three FAC —SPJST—

District Three Fall Meeting Agenda Sunday, October 28, 2012 • SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas 10 a.m. Registration for Youth Christmas Ornament and Costume Contests Adult Christmas Ornament and Costume Contests Complimentary Pastry, Juice, and Coffee provided by Lodge 84

10:30 a.m. All Contest Registration Ends. Adult and Youth Costume Judging Begins.

10:45 a.m. Adult Meeting Called to Order..............District President Brother John Engelke Posting of Colors – Flag Bearers Pledge of Allegiance..............................................Flag Bearer Dakota Holder Youth Motto.................................................................Flag Bearer Angel Pace Welcome..........................................Lodge 84 President Sister Justine Yeager Response and Recognition of Visitors..................District First Vice President Brother Selby Holder Approval of Minutes.............................District Secretary Sister Pat Dieterich Treasurer’s Report ............................District Treasurer Sister Mary Steinman Home Office Address to Members.........Supreme Lodge Secretary/Treasurer Brother Leonard Mikeska District Director Brother Johnnie Krizan Meeting will be turned over to Youth Officers for Youth Meeting.

Site Selection.....................................District President Brother John Engelke Spring Meeting—April 28, 2013 . . . We need a host lodge. (Lodge 183, Arlington has expressed interest and will check calendar.) District YAD—June 23, 2013 . . . Lodge 154, Fort Worth Fall Meeting—October 27, 2013 . . . We need a host lodge. Introduction of Contest Judges.........District President Brother John Engelke Adult Costume Contest/Awards Introduction of 2012 District Royalty...................................District President Brother John Engelke Prayer .......................................................................................District Royalty 12 noon—Lunch Break Menu: Burgers, Baked Beans, Chips, Pickle Spears, Dessert, Tea/Coffee Donation of six canned goods per person entitles member to a meal at no charge; otherwise cost is $7 per plate. No expired canned goods, please. 12:45 p.m.—Reconvene Meeting or Enjoy Fun Day Bring your talent . . . not just the youth. Adults, too!

Each lodge is asked to make a donation of two gift cards or two gift baskets or one of each. Keep value at no more than $25 each. Winners of the Christmas Ornament contest will be announced during the talent show.

Officers and Committee Representatives are to submit their reports as a written reports. Copies should be provided for membership. If you need the district to provide the copies of your report, please email them to Mary Steinman appamary@sbcglobal.net. —SPJST—

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

SPJST Memorial Scholarship Fund Donations ~ April through September 2012 ~

In Memory of Jessica A. Garza from SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi In Memory of Pat Urban Tomlinson from SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena In Memory of Jackie Beck from SPJST Lodge 177, Academy In Memory of Louis Driska from SPJST Lodge 177, Academy In Memory of Ramona G. Moreno from SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi In Memory of Dwight Doeppenschmidt from SPJST Lodge 185, New Braunfels In Memory of William G. Wolfe from SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi In Memory of Sadie Smajstrla from SPJST Lodge 32, Victoria In Memory of Lillie Mar Dickson from Estate of Lillie Mar Dickson In Memory of Jason Skrasek from Adele Janak Strand In Memory of Lillie Mar Dickson from Estate of Lillie Mar Dickson —SPJST—

SPJST Lodge Se ct ion

Lodge 9, Snook reports on October meeting

Donnie Hejl called the October 3, 2012, meeting or order at 7:30 p.m. A group of youth club members led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. Ann Schoeneman read the minutes of the last meeting, and they stood approved as read. David Kovar gave the hall manager’s report. Donnie Victorick gave the treasurer’s report. Bonnie Walker gave the fraternal activities coordinator’s report. Marie Shelfer gave the youth club report. The lodge accepted a transfer member and two new members.

Next Meeting—November 7 The next meeting will be Wednesday, November 7 at 7:30 p.m. The youth club will meet at 6:30 p.m. James Schoeneman, Reporter —SPJST—

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

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

Email: melaniez@vvm.com

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Lodge 13 Dime Box sets 2013 casino night

SPJST Lodge 13, Dime Box President Ricky Ford called the monthly meeting to order on October 11, 2012. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all with a moment of silence being observed after it. Assistant Secretary Doris Ford called roll with five officers/members present. Treasurer Debbie Kostelka handed out the monthly treasurer’s report which was approved by all. President Ricky advised the new lights for the hall were installed and invited everyone to view them. The new lights were purchased with the funds raised at Casino Night 2012. The officers and directors cannot wait to show them off at the next casino night which is scheduled for April 20, 2013. More details pertaining to casino night will be coming at a later date. The annual lodge Christmas party is scheduled for December 1. Floyd Kostelka reminded everyone that our lodge is preparing the meal at District One Fall Fun Day. A menu of hot dogs, chips, tea, and cookies will be served.

Next Meeting—November 8 Next meeting will be at the Lodge 13 hall on November 8 at 7 p.m. We hope to see you there! Carla West, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 18, Elgin plans November 10 chili supper

Dear Members and Friends, Lodge 18, Elgin invites all to a chili supper and fun night on Saturday, November 10, 2012, at the lodge hall, located on Highway 95 North in Elgin. Chili will be available beginning at 5 p.m. Bowls will be $6 each and served with all the trimmings. In appreciation to our Veterans, chili will be offered to them at half-price, or $3 per bowl. All proceeds will go to the scholarship fund. Door prizes will be awarded, and games will be played. Come on out for an evening of delicious chili and fun times. All ages are welcome! We hope to see you at Lodge 18 on November 10. For more information, call Mike (512) 921-4448 or (512) 285-3100 (hall phone - leave a message and someone will return your call). Fraternally, Mike Mogonye —SPJST—

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Lodge 24, Cyclone plans big events

Lodge 24, Cyclone held its regular meeting with nine members present. The president opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for our sick and deceased members. All officers were present except Treasurer Linda Wilde, our treasurer, was out due to illness. All reports were given. Everyone was reminded that the SPJST Awards Banquet will be January 26 at the Mayborn Center in Temple. Get your nominee in for fraternalist of the year for your lodge. Youth Leader Brenda Maddux did not have a report as they did not have the youth club meeting as of that date. She did say they have some big things coming in the future. They will have a canned good drive at their next meeting and also at the Christmas party we are planning for December. Under old business, the members are planning to do some much needed work on the hall—everything from repainting to cleaning up the yard. Under new business, we accepted three members into our lodge. They are Freddie Veselka, Carroll Hudson, and Scott Hudson. Welcome to Lodge 24! We then discussed our Christmas social dinner. We will have this on Sunday, December 2 with the main dish furnished by the hall—shrimp boil. The rest of the meal will be potluck, and everyone is asked to

Ann Paruzinski Recognized for 35 Years of SPJST Home Office Service

Congratulations to Mortgage Loan Processor on 35 years of service to the SPJST Home Office. She was presented a plaque by the Supreme Lodge last week. Pictured with Ann are her supervisor, Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska, left, and Supreme Lodge Chairman Donnie Victorick.

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bring salads, vegetables, and desserts. We will again invite all the new members from the former Lodge 89, Rosebud. More details will be coming later. The lodge is planning a fundraiser on Saturday, February 9. It will be a Mardi Gras party. We will have more details later, but mark your calendars for this big party. There will be some great gumbos to eat! Birthdays for October are Bobby Hoelscher and Melanie Zavodny, both on October 22, Lisa Hoelscher on the 13th, Carl Macek on the 9th, and Jeffrey Mikeska on October 1. Anniversary celebrants are Robert and Barbara Macek on October 3 and Mark and Brenda Maddux on October 24. On the sick list are Linda Wilde and Margaret Mikeska. Get well soon! Submitted by, Margaret Mikeska, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 25, Ennis sets strudel bake sale fundraiser

Orders are being taken for delicious apple strudel for both the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Strudels are $15 each. Place your order by calling Margaret (972) 8786149 or Betty (972) 878-7719. Orders are to be picked up on November 18

and/or December 22 at SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis dining room between 12 and 5 p.m. This is a Lodge 25, Ennis Improvement Building Fundraiser. Thanks for your support. Margaret Krajca —SPJST—

Lodge 29, Taylor promotes Czech Heritage Month

Lodge 29, Taylor met for its regular meeting on October 10, 2012. Vice President Sharon Kaderka opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance, and a moment of silence was held for our dearly departed member, Alice Schwenke. Officer roll call showed Ronnie Rieger, Linda Pospisil, and Jesse Pospisil absent. Jesse and Linda were attending the October monthly meeting of Lodge 177, Academy. The September minutes were read and approved. Tammy Whatley gave the treasurer’s report. Sharon gave the vice president’s report. To help promote and celebrate Czech Heritage Month in Texas, Sharon went to the Taylor Daily Press and requested them to run articles relating to Czech heritage throughout the month of October, which they agreed to do. The Taylor Mayor and

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City Council will sign a proclamation declaring October as Czech Heritage Month. The Taylor Chamber of Commerce will also send out information for October being Czech Heritage Month. Lodge 48, Beyersville will have a Progressive 42 domino tournament on Saturday, October 20. The Ninth Annual Fraternal Alliance Of Texas Bowling Tournament is scheduled for February 9, 2013. On November 3, S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Facility will host a Christmas Bazaar. Thirteen members from Lodge 29 went on the District Two bus furnished by District Two Youth to the State Fair of Texas in Dallas to support the beseda dancers during their performance during the Heritage Day Celebration. At the District Two Fall meeting, Sharon and Leonard Kaderka were recognized with the most grandchildren (13). Youth Leader Cristy Girod reported the youth club had a very successful silent auction during the barbecue cook-off. They also sold hot dogs and desserts and collected aluminum cans. There are currently 20 youth members in the club. Their next meeting will be Sunday, October 14 at 1 p.m. Leonard Kaderka gave the property committee report. He thanked everyone for all of their help in making the 12th Annual Barbecue Cook-Off a great success. James Jirasek donated his time to disc up the hall grounds to smooth out the ruts from the cook-off due to the rain. Next month, we will have officer

elections. Our December meeting/ Christmas party will be on Sunday, December 2 beginning at 3 p.m. Jesse Pospisil signed up new members Kara and Aaron Kaderka and Emily, Bailey, and Garrett Sumner. Albin Machu signed up James Reeves, Tate Sullivan Shalley, and Ysidro Valverde. Connie Voigt made a motion to accept these new members, and Edmond Tate seconded. The motion prevailed. Julie Smith, representing the S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Facility, gave us a report on the facility. They have 62 residents. At the November 3 Christmas Bazaar, they will provide a table and two chairs for each booth. There is no charge for having a booth. Sharon recognized Fraternal Field Manager Hiram Dixon. Hiram enjoyed our barbecue cook-off. He also thanked Albin, Jesse, and Tammy for their work signing up new members. District Two has more earned premium than in 2011. Hiram is so proud of our youth club having 20 members. He is always a phone call away if you have any questions. Members celebrating birthdays in October include Collin Whatley, Ronnie Rieger, Judy Pasemann, Mary Jane Pustejovsky, Julian Kosh, Adolph Grieger, Hunter Cheyenne Voigt, and Loretta Tate. Loretta and Edmond Tate, Julian Kosh, and Hiram Dixon furnished door prizes. Wanda and Adolph Grieger volunteered to bring them next month.

Lisa Kirby Recognized for 20 Years of SPJST Home Office Service

Carol Wolf Recognized for 5 Years of SPJST Home Office Service

Congratulations to Executive Assistant to the Financial Secretary Lisa Kirby on 20 years of service to the SPJST Home Office. She was presented a plaque by the Supreme Lodge last week. Pictured with Lisa are her supervisor, Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak, left, and Supreme Lodge Chairman Donnie Victorick.

Congratulations to Mortgage Loan Assistant Carol Wolf on five years of service to the SPJST Home Office. She was presented a watch by the Supreme Lodge last week. Pictured with Carol are her supervisor, Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska, left, and Supreme Lodge Chairman Donnie Victorick.

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Scenes from District Six Fall Family Fun Day

Sunday, September 30, 2012 • Victoria Educational Gardens Pavilion in Victoria, Texas

ABOVE LEFT PHOTO: Kathy Ahlstrom, left, and Franklin Elles, both of Lodge 32, Victoria visit with Helen Kelner of Lodge 28, East Bernard. ABOVE CENTER PHOTO: 2012 District Six Queen Allison Fucik and Ryan Drapela, both of Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club, carry in the flags. ABOVE RIGHT PHOTO: District Six youth participate in the fall fun day.

LEFT PHOTO: Congratulations to Christmas ornament contest winners, left to right, Ryan Drapela (30), Sky Garcia (40), Luc Marcaurele (30), and Kelly Taylor (40).

Next Meeting—November 14 The next meeting will be Wednesday, November 14 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned. Fraternally submitted, Linda Pospisil Secretary-Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 39, Bryan to support local fire departments

Dear Readers, Lodge 39, Bryan held its meeting on October 14, 2012. We had a wonderful lunch of fried chicken with all the fixings. President Wade O’Shields called our meeting to order. All officers were present. We had no old business. New business was our donation to the local volunteer fire departments in the area. We will be donating to the Black Jack and the President 4 Fire Departments. We will invite them to our meeting. We also discussed upcoming holidays and plans for special meetings along with other business. The meeting was then adjourned. Then, we played our very exciting 88 dominoes game!

RIGHT PHOTO: Luc Marcaurele (30) displays a fall wreath. His mom Yvonne (30) is pictured in back.

Please come out and join us for the next meeting. Check your Vestnik for time. Call (979) 272-1216 for directions. Have a wonderful Czech Heritage Month! Sincerely, Binnie Roesler, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 54, West reports on September meeting

The meeting of SPJST Lodge 54, West was called to order at 7 p.m. by President Freddie Kaluza. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Kaluza followed by a moment of silence in memory of all our departed members who have passed away since our last meeting, especially Linda Mills and Margaret Hill. All of our officers and sales agents were present, except Youth Leader Lisa Darnell and sales agents Carol Reed and Jean Martin. We had 24 members and guests present. President Kaluza welcomed all who were in attendance for the meeting. The minutes of the last meeting

were read by Janice Kaluza. Minutes were approved as read. Mrs. Kaluza read a thank you note sent by the Aline Kaluza Family. The treasurer’s report was presented by Mary Lou Mynar. The treasurer’s report was approved as read. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Jean Maler gave her report and let all members know about the many activities to be held within the next few months. The District Three Fall Meeting will be held October 28 at SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas. SPJST Home Office has scholarship applications available starting in September 2012 and will be available until January 2013. Please let all graduating members know to apply for this scholarship. October has been proclaimed as Czech Heritage Month in Texas. We recognize all of our Czech descendants who have made contributions to our state’s prosperity and culture and kept our heritage alive. The 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive starts October 1 to benefit the scholarship fund. We encourage all members to help in this effort. No contribution is too small. SPJST is putting together the 2013 SPJST Calendar and wants all lodges and youth clubs to submit their important dates. The FAC report was approved as read. Jan Vaculik and Wilburn Willis didn't have anything to report at the meeting. Lisa Darnell was not present at the

meeting to give a youth report. In new business, we welcomed two new members to Lodge 54—Aaden Jeffrey Dornak and Ava Catherine Dornak. Motion was made and approved to accept these two members. We discussed our upcoming Christmas party to be held on December 2. We will have a fried chicken dinner with all the trimmings; Marvin Cepak will entertain with his accordion for the social; Junior Historian Czech Dancers will perform for the afternoon; and Santa will give away goodies to all the children at the party. We have several monetary prizes for the children and adults at the end of the evening. The membership enjoyed the meal last year and voted to hire S & S Catering to cook the meal for our Christmas party again and to give out monetary door prizes for the evening. Motion was made and approved. In old business, Mr. Kaluza gave a report of the convention and let all members know all Supreme Lodge Officers were re-elected. He also made a comment of the items our Lodge 54 donated to the Czech Heritage Museum, located near the SPJST Home Office, and encouraged all members to go by and visit this museum. A motion was made to adjourn the meeting, and all members accepted this motion. Door prizes were given away, and

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all enjoyed food and fellowship. Door prize winners were Lillie Matus and Marcella Vaculik, and each won $10. Freddie Kaluza won the peach and pear jelly made by Lillie Matus.

Next Meeting—November 2 The next meeting will be Friday, November 2 at 7 p.m. in the Lone Star Hall. This is our annual meeting for the election of new officers. We hope to see more of our members in attendance. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him. —1 John 4:16 Fraternally, Janice Kaluza, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 84, Dallas to host district fun day this Sunday

Dear Readers, This is just a reminder that this Sunday, October 28, 2012, is the date of the District Three Fall Meeting and Fun Day at Lodge 84, Dallas, located at 2625 Floyd Street in Dallas. Registration is from 9 to 10 a.m. Each lodge is asked to please bring a $25 gift card or a gift basket of $25 value. There will be an all-age talent show; come showcase your hidden skills for entertaining! Also, a Halloween costume contest and a decorated Christmas ornament contest will be held. There is a lot of fun to be had, so don’t be shy. Come and take part in all the excitement! Who knows, you might be a lucky winner! A burger lunch including beans, chips, drink, and dessert will be served. Cost is $7 or a donation of six canned goods per person. This is a very fun event to be a part of, so make plans to come and enjoy all the fun with your fellow members and friends! Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 88, Houston sets 47th Czech Day celebration this Sunday

Plans are underway for the 47th Annual Czech Day celebration slated for this Sunday, October 28, 2012, at Lodge 88, Houston, located at 1435 Beall Street in Houston, Texas. This celebration is in connection with Czech Heritage Month in Texas. This is a very significant celebration for Czech descendants to remember their heritage and renew friendship with family and friends. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. consisting of the delicious turkey and dressing with all the trimming, priced at $7 for adults and $4 for children. Later in the afternoon, sausage-on-a-stick will be available for $3. The Birthday Club Sisters will sell their famous Czech pastries. The SPJST Lodge 88 Orchestra and Choral Group will present their program of the good ol’ Czech songs for your enjoyment from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. We will again feature a vendor area, showcasing interesting crafts and other homemade items from area merchants as well as educational information for Czech descendants. The program will begin at 1 p.m.

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with a proclamation from the City of Houston Mayor’s Office and other entertainment. Please be sure and wear your colorful Czech kroj to keep with your Czech culture. The late afternoon entertainment will consist of a dance in the beautiful Chandelier Ballroom from 2:30 until 6:30 p.m. The wonderful Mark Halata and Texavia band will be playing polkas and variety music for your dancing pleasure. Price for the dance will be $8 per person. Be sure to mark October 28 as a “must attend” Czech Day at Lodge 88! For more information on the day’s activities or for booth rental information, please call Lodge 88 office (713) 8695767 or visit our website at www.lodge88.org. JoAnn Buri Second Vice President —SPJST—

Lodge 92 Fort Worth expresses celebration thanks

The officers and members of Lodge 92, Fort Worth would like to thank everyone who came out in September to help us celebrate our 102 years of fraternalism. We especially thank the Ladies Circle for their gracious donation. Also, thanks to Black Diamond Smokehouse and Jon Durham for the great food; Jon and his family are all members of our lodge and the son of longtime officer of our lodge, Martha Durham. Jon graciously gave a donation back to the hall in her memory. Thanks again to everyone who helped make this event a success. Gayle Scaff Krengel Vice President/FAC —SPJST—

Lodge 13, Dime Box Members Participate in Black Bridge Festival and Mini Marathon

LEFT PHOTO: Runners line up for marathon. RIGHT PHOTO: An entry travels down the parade route. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Matilda the Clown entertains

attendees. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Barbecue cookoff winners. —Submitted by Carol Dismukes

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Lodge 133 San Antonio plans Thanksgiving luncheon

The members of Lodge 133, San Antonio met on Sunday, September 16, 2012. It was great to see the number of members present even though we had quite a rain earlier in the morning. President Popp welcomed everyone to the meeting. She reported that Emil and Evelyn Matula were doing well in their assisted living residence. Grace and Emil Rohan were not able to attend due to the weather. We were to celebrate their 71st wedding anniversary. However, we will celebrate it at our Thanksgiving luncheon in November. Old and new business was addressed. Attendance prizes were won by Eric Trinidad, Jarolyn Popp, and Agnes Rohan. Split-the-pot was shared by Jerry Felkins, Patsy Felkins, Rick Uribe, and Agnes Rohan. The lodge will not have a meeting in October since the rental hall is unavailable that month. Our next monthly meeting will be November 18. This is the Sunday we will have our Thanksgiving luncheon. The lodge will provide a complete turkey dinner with all the trimmings and dessert.

Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. You are welcome to bring a guest, but please call Vicki Reese (210) 6981525 and let her know so we will have enough food for everyone. Members enjoyed a barbecue luncheon. A games party followed. Fraternally, Jarolyn Popp, President —SPJST—

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City of Taylor Proclaims October as Czech Heritage Month in Taylor

Lodge 139 Danbury: get well soon, Lorenda

Lodge 139, Danbury held its meeting at the home of Lorenda and David Baldwin on Tuesday, October 9, 2012. Eight members and two visitors were present. The meeting was called to order by President Lonnie Lostak, and reports were given by Ellamarie Filipp. After the business meeting, everyone enjoyed a meal and visiting. The meeting was held at the Baldwin’s home due to injuries that Lorenda received in a fall and was not able to come to the regular meeting place. Our thoughts are with her and wish her a speedy recovery. Fraternally, Winnie Stefka Reporter —SPJST—

During the Taylor City Council meeting, a proclamation was issued by Mayor Pro Tem Chris Gonzales declaring the month of October as Czech Heritage Month in the City of Taylor. Attending were members of Lodges 20, Granger and 29, Taylor.

Scenes from Lodge 76, Wichita Falls’ Quarterly Meeting

LEFT PHOTO: Fraternal Field Manager Bobby G. Davis visits with members. CENTER PHOTO: Sales agent Ray Esparza and wife Irene. RIGHT PHOTO: District Four Director Billy Rollwitz, far right, dis-

cusses plans for the December meeting. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Mary Jane Michna visits with Director Rollwitz. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Members and guests. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Door prize time!

Lodge 157 Lubbock seeks stories on Age 96 member

Dear Members, We will be submitting an article to the Vestnik on Angeline Shockley soon. She celebrated her 96th birthday on September 4. If you have any memories that you would like to share about Mrs. Shockley, please email them to cjkristinek@yahoo.com as soon as possible. Cyndy and Jerome Kristinek —SPJST—

Lodge 169 Brenham meets October 25

The meeting of Bluebonnet Lodge 169, Brenham will be held Thursday, October 25, 2012, at Country Inn Restaurant, located at 1000 East Blue Bell Road in Brenham, Texas 77833. Meal and social is at 6:30 p.m. with meeting at 7 p.m. We will discuss year-end events and election of officers for the coming year. Please come out and support our local lodge. Don Strickland President —SPJST—

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Lodge 187, Round Rock Shares October Meeting Scenes

LEFT PHOTO: Jennave Fuchs is pictured with her boxes at the Lodge 187, Round Rock October meeting. PHOTO 2: Old boxes. PHOTO 3: Painted gourd. RIGHT PHOTO:

Lodge 177 Academy receives thank you notes

The regular meeting of SPJST Lodge 177, Academy was called to order at 6:48 p.m. on October 10, 2012, by President Otis Beck. All officers were present. Members stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Otis welcomed some very special guests to the meeting — District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and his lovely wife Linda. The Sunshine Committee reported that no one was on the sick list. What a blessing! The minutes were approved as presented. Correspondence included thank you letters for our generous $2,000 donations from CTLC (Churches Touching Lives for Christ; Focus on Hope; and Helping Hands Ministry of Belton; and $1,000 donation from Santa’s Sharing Group; as well as a thank you card from our treasurer Josie Mitchell who is recovering beautifully after a recent surgery. Committee Reports for September 2012 for the bar, bingo, and kitchen were all not available at this time but will be given to the secretary as soon as possible and will be included in the current minutes along with the treasurer’s report. Trustees’ meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairman Bill Hutka. All trustees were present except Christine. Trustees discussed replacing a panel outside the hall. Otis made a motion to adjourn; seconded by Don. The meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m. FAC Bill informed us that October is Czech Heritage Month in Texas. The beseda dancers performed at the Texas State Fair and several Lodge 177 members joined Patsy Koslovsky

and others on a bus trip to the State Fair of Texas in Dallas to watch them perform. Bill also told us that applications for SPJST Scholarships can now be requested. The 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive has begun. He also told us that there will be a Fraternal Alliance Of Texas-sponsored bowling tournament in New Braunfels on February 9, 2013. Bill said that Lodge 177’s next social will be December 12 at Dynasty Restaurant at 6:30 p.m. in combination with our regular monthly meeting. Officers for 2013 will be installed at that time. There was no old business. A Nominating Committee was appointed - Shirley McCrea, Helen Bland, and Bernice Hutka. The regular business meeting was then dispensed with so that Jesse could

Luke McCarthy plays with Halloween paratroopers with Wilford Fuchs as other members look on. —Submitted by Jennifer McCarthy, Reporter

speak to lodge members. Jesse graciously thanked us for all the good work Lodge 177, Academy does for the entire community. He had high praises for the way our lodge helps so many different people and organizations. Jesse brought door prizes, and almost everyone present won. Thank you, Jesse! We enjoyed your visit to our lodge, and we look forward to your next. Fraternally, Joanne Hutka Secretary-Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Prepares Warm Meal for Homeless/Hungry

Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point adults and youth prepared and served a meal to the homeless and hungry in Temple on Sunday, October 14, 2012. Members prepared spaghetti with meat sauce, salad with dressing, bread, banana pudding, and bottled water and served 71 people. Pictured are, front, left to right, Ryan Mathis, Buster Carnevale, and JP Martinez. Back: David Nauert of Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy, Trish and Brandt Konkler, and James L. Lee, III.

Lodge 179 Warrenton: no November meeting

Lodge 179, Warrenton met on Thursday, October 11, 2012, at the Carmine Lions Club building. Present were seven members and one guest. Our guest was Angela Weyand. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, followed by prayer given by Second Vice President Brenda Callahan. Secretary Ricky Weyand read the minutes of the previous meeting. Due to the absence of Treasurer Ora Lee Levien, Secretary Ricky Weyand gave the Treasurer's report. Both reports were accepted as read. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Joan Goehring read about activities around the state, followed by some Texas trivia. There were no birthdays reported for October. Mr. and Mrs. Orville Kunkel celebrated 62 years of wedded bliss on October 1. Congratulations to the happy couple! There will be no meeting in November due to other activities in the community. Next Meeting—December 13 Our next meeting will be Thursday, December 13 at JW’s Steakhouse in Carmine. All members are invited to come out and enjoy the food, fun, and fellowship. Everyone, please bring some canned goods to be given to the needy. Meeting adjourned. Ricky Weyand, Reporter —SPJST—

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Lodge 184 Moulton meets November 14

Dear Members, Please note that our next meeting is Wednesday, November 14, 2012, at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall, located on FM 532 West. Please make a note of our new meeting time. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting! Fraternally yours, Johnnie Hoffman Treasurer —SPJST—

Lodge 187 Round Rock welcomes new members

Jennave Fuchs started off our meeting with some entertainment of showing us a painted gourd that she got from her neighbor. Then, Jennave brought some old boxes—one was a Flor De Melba cigar box from the 1930s. We all talked about how we all keep old boxes and reuse them to save things in them. What do you put in them to save?

Here is what some said: decoder rings, green stamps, paper dolls, receipts for taxes, and coupons. Birthdays and anniversaries were announced. In September, Wilford Fuchs enjoyed his 91st birthday, and on September 29, Johnnie Haak celebrated 80 years of age. In October, Mona Larson celebrated her 81st birthday. On October 22, Wilford and Jennave Fuchs celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary. Congratulations to all of these members! The lodge discussed whom we should nominate as fraternalist of the year, and we all selected and voted on Lindsey Johnson. She is honored to represent our lodge. We also voted Lindsey Johnson as assistant youth leader since she already helps out so much with the little ones. Lodge members also met our newest members, Kadnce and Kember Meyer, who are 11 months old, but turn one year old on November 1. They are the daughters of Misty and Kenneth Meyer. We ended the meeting with a wonderful potluck. Thank you to all! Blessings to all, Jennifer McCarthy Reporter/Youth Leader —SPJST—

Birthday Club Sisters of Lodge 88, Houston

President Nell Stautberg opened the meeting at 11:10 a.m. Chaplain Helen Hegwood said an opening prayer and led all of us in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. The roll of membership was called, and we had nine members present. The minutes were read and approved. Our president had a lot to tell us so she asked Treasurer Vernell Foyt to give her report first. Sunshine and Ticket Chairlady Delores Pavlicek was ill so there was no report from her. The president said there will be no meeting in November since we will be taking a bus trip that day. She asked for cakes for the month of December, and Vernell Foyt, Bette Hurta, and Almeida Bravenec will bring cakes. December 12 will be our Christmas dinner, and we will have turkey and dressing, gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, slaw, and cranberries. Vernell Foyt will make the arrangements with Ben’s Chuck Wagon for dinner. Bette Hurta will send invitations to the board and lodge officers. Nell Stautberg then made an announcement that on November 6 at 11:30 a.m., Jersey Village Baptist Church will have a lunch, and the Sal-

vation Army Harbor Light Choir will perform. She will collect money and will get the tickets for this. Tickets are $7 per person. Let her know by October 28 if you want to go. Next, we discussed Czech Day which will be October 28. We decided to get 30 dozen kolaches for this occasion. Nell will make the arrangements to get the kolaches. Helen Hegwood talked to us about our trip to La Grange on November 14. The bus will leave at 8:30 a.m. so we need to be at the lodge no later than 8:15 a.m. Calcutta was won by Willie Mae Pechacek, Louise Jacob, Helen Hegwood, and Vernell Foyt. We had one birthday celebrant— Mary Krippner, and we all sang “Happy Birthday” to her. We had a closing prayer. We then all said “The Lord’s Prayer,” and the meeting was adjourned. We had a lunch of lasagna, garlic bread, and salads along with coffee and iced tea and cakes for dessert. Thanks, Louise Jacob, for getting the lasagna. Fraternally. Bette Hurta, Secretary —SPJST—

Dallas Krouzek Presents October Meeting Scenes LEFT PHOTO: Dallas Krouzek member Carolyn Nemec signs in for the October meeting.

RIGHT PHOTO: Members enjoy looking at each other’s grandparents’ pictures that were brought for “show and tell” today.

FAR RIGHT PHOTO: Member Martha Frnka was crowned October Birthday Queen, and has the unique fun of celebrating her birthday on Halloween.

LEFT PHOTO: Krouzek members spoke about their grandparents and the pictures of them that they brought as part of the program.

RIGHT PHOTO: The drawing for the do vyhry gifts brought by the members each month are a popular part of the Dallas Krouzek’s monthly meetings. We look forward to seeing everyone at November’s Thanksgiving-themed meeting and luncheon.

—Submitted by Carole Faraizl Recording Secretary

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Reunions ★★★★★ ★★★★★

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.

October 28 Spacek family: Descendants of F.J. Spacek I (Fayetteville), Jan Spacek (Warrenton), and Josef Spacek (La Grange)—at SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville. For information, call (512) 2596625 or (713) 688-3932. Submitted by Kaye Walla, Lodge 1, Fayetteville.

October 28 Orsak family: Descendants of Joseph Orsak and Apolona Orsak—at the Civic Center, El Campo (Expansion Room - same place as last year). For information, contact Lorraine Kana (979) 543-2118, Willie Mae Cihal (361) 771-2658, Viola Kunetka (979) 648-2129, or Clarence Junek in Snook. Submitted by Lorraine Kana, Lodge 40, El CampoHillje. —SPJST—

Schneider family

Descendants of Otto and Laura Schneider will have their reunion on Sunday, October 28, 2012, at St Joseph’s Parish Hall in Cyclone, Texas. The hall will open at 10:30 a.m. A potluck dinner will be served at 12:30 p.m. Please bring enough food for your family and then a little more. Drinks and bread will be furnished. Each family is ask to bring an item for the silent auction. Please bring recent photos of your family so we can display then before entering them in the album. For more information, please contact reunion chairman Carol Moore (254) 605-0897 or Margaret Mikeska (254) 985-2484.Lets make this the best reunion ever! Submitted by, Margaret Mikeska Lodge 24, Cyclone —SPJST—

Zycha family

The Zycha family reunion will be held Saturday, November 3, 2012, beginning at 11 a.m. at Sylvia’s Restaurant, located at 12637 Westheimer in Houston, phone (281) 679-8300. Attendees will select food items from the menu. Coffee and cake will be served at Ken and Mary Lou Becker’s home, located at 12302 Bergoyne Street (about eight blocks from the restaurant). All come for a great 19th annual family visit and fun! Submitted by, Dorothy Ann (Zycha) Walts Lodge 91, Crosby —SPJST—

The Music of Rain

By d.knape Lodge 187, Round Rock

thunder booms like kettle drums going away away the sound leads me into the distance

raindrops tap tap start to click clack on

my window calling me to come look

rain hisses against the glass occasionally a lightening strike bangs and flashes in crescendo accenting the energy of the night nothing is nicer than the sound of a good rain a lullaby of pleasantness as I lay listening wanting more thinking to myself soft thoughts in concert with the rain with the music of it what joy there is in just the listening

who needs an orchestra I have the music of rain let it play. —SPJST—

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

BusyBody

By d.knape Lodge 187, Round Rock

I have no business lookin’ into your business but since I have no business I hope you don’t mind if I mind your business although you may say it’s none of my business a busybody is only happy when he knows more than you do about your business. —SPJST—

The Mysterious Jackalope By d.knape Lodge 187, Round Rock

Ask if they’ve seen one they havta say nope, nobody ‘round here’s seen a real Jackalope

We know they are real though they’re not just a joke, ‘cause Texas ain’t Texas without Jackalopes! —SPJST—

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Lodge 219, El Paso Hosts Swimming Social

Saturday, September 29, 2012 • El Paso, Texas • Submitted by Baltazar Nunez, Reporter

LEFT PHOTO: Gathering by the cooking flames during the swimming party are, left to right, Bertha Rodriguez, Alejandro Rivas, District Four Youth Counselor Beverly Teplicek, Arnulfo Rivera, State Youth Director Frank Horak, Fraternal Field Manager Bobby G. Davis, District Four Di-

rector Billy Rollwitz, Ana Ahumada, and Fred Roy Beck. PHOTO 2: Left to right are Angelica, Irma, and Danny Briseno. PHOTO 3: Left to right are Yaireli, Brailynn, and Edna Rivas. RIGHT PHOTO: Fred Roy and Martha Beck.

Members gathered to enjoy the Lodge 219 event. Pictured left to right are Arturo and Gloria Rivera; Juan Lozano and Angelica Rivera; Joe

Rivera, Dana Lozano, and Maria Tavares; and Roberto, Mia, and Roany Alfaro.

Having a great time are, left to right, Elizabeth Mccue; Ana J. Ahumada and Ana Albo; John and Debbie Thomas; and Eduviges Ontiveros,

Sonia Portillo, Delia Trevino, and Estela Porras. Thanks to everyone who participated in the evening.

Pictured, left to right, enjoying the evening social time and visiting are Carlos and Ana J. Ahumada; Maria Armendariz and Ricardo Rodriguez;

Manuel A. and Maria Gomez; and Anita Garcia and Samantha Hernandez.

More scenes from the evening! Everyone had a great time!

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Make A Difference Day Project ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lodges 246, Morgan’s Point; 200, Bruceville-Eddy Work Together to Beautify SPJST Home Office Grounds Saturday, October 6, 2012 • SPJST Home Office • 520 North Main Street • Temple, Texas

Sixteen local lodge volunteers showed up early Saturday, October 6, 2012, to beautify the SPJST Home Office grounds. We all worked together to clean several areas, rake up and remove old leaves and old mulch, trim shrubs, plant flowers, and apply new mulch around the exterior of the Home Office. After the work was done, volunteers gathered inside the Home Office and enjoyed a delicious barbecue lunch provided by Wayne Orange of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point and owner of Best Quality Meats in Temple. Special thanks to District Two Director Jesse Pospisil, wife Linda, and grandchildren Kaitlyn and Collin Whatley, all of Lodge 29, Taylor; Hiram Dixon of

Lodge 87, Temple; James Hosch, Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride, David Nauert, Blanche, Butch, and Marlee Shollenberger, and Allen Trigg, all of Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy; and Charlie Herendon, Cynthia Lee, and Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny, all of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point. It was a team effort, and we all made a difference! Thank you, volunteers! Fraternally, James L. Lee, III, President Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point —SPJST—

LEFT PHOTO: Charlie Herendon (246) rakes the area by the Home Office sign. PHOTO 2: Lodge presidents gather in the back ramp area. Left to right are Hiram Dixon (87), Allen Trigg (200), James L. Lee, III

(246). PHOTO 3: James Hosch (200) spreads new mulch. RIGHT PHOTO: Hiram Dixon (87), Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride (200), and District Two Director Jesse Pospisil (29) add mulch.

LEFT PHOTO: James L. Lee, III (246) and Linda Pospisil (29) lay newspaper before adding mulch. PHOTO 2: David Nauert (200) cleans an

area. PHOTO 3: Collin and Kaitlyn Whatley (29) assist in the front ramp area. RIGHT PHOTO: Butch Shollenberger shapes the bushes.

LEFT PHOTO: Hiram Dixon (87) rakes around the Home Office building. PHOTO 2: Volunteers add mulch around the Home Office grounds. PHOTO 3: James Hosch (200) and Allen Trigg (200) spread mulch.

RIGHT PHOTO: Kaitlyn Whatley (29), Linda Pospisil (29), Gene McBride (200), and Jesse Pospisil (29) take a break from filling bags with dried leaves and old mulch.

LEFT PHOTO: Allen Trigg (200), James Hosch (200), and Butch Shollenberger rake up old leaves and mulch. PHOTO 2: Marlee and Blanche Shollenberger (200) clean the area next to the Home Office

entrance. PHOTO 3: Butch Shollenberger and Director Pospisil (200) add new mulch. RIGHT PHOTO: Volunteers enjoy a barbecue lunch inside the Home Office after their work is complete.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

In Memoriam

In Memory of James Buckner

James John “Buck” Buckner, 80, of Lexington, Texas, passed away Monday, August, 13, 2012. He was born October 14, 1931, to Donie Blunt Buckner and Edith Shirley in Red Rock, Texas. Buck was employed by Reddy James Buckner Ice for many years and loved to rodeo. Buck was a member of the Woodcliff Baptist Church and a present member of the Adina Christian Church where he was a deacon. He loved his family and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Verna Mae Buckner; children Jacklyn Hall and husband Bill, Jamie Allen and husband Stan, Allen Buckner, Charles Schindler and wife Sharon, Theresa Oliver and husband Michael, and William Shindler and wife Rhonda; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren; brothers Bill Douglas Buckner and wife Dorothy and Fred Buckner and wife Susan; and sister Wanda Johnson. He was preceded in death by brother Shirley Buckner. Visitation was held Wednesday, August 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Providence-Jones Family Funeral Home. Celebration of life services was at 2 p.m. Thursday, August 16, 2012, at Adina Christian Church. Interment followed at Adina Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Adina Christian Church. Services were entrusted to Providence-Jones Family Funeral Home. —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy

SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis officers and members extend their deepest sympathy to the family and friends of VIOLA DLABAJ. Viola Christine Jaresh Dlabaj went to join her husband Charlie in heaven on their wedding anniversary, Sunday, October 14, 2012. She had been a resident at Pleasant Manor Nursing Home in Viola Dlabaj Waxahachie. She was born on December 16, 1926, to Willie and Alice (Kouba) Jaresh in Gunter, Texas. Soon after she graduated from Gunter High School, the family moved to the Ennis area. Viola worked at Duke and Ayres Department Store. She then married Charlie Leslie Dlabaj on October 14, 1947. They lived on a farm in Crisp for more than 50 years. Viola loved to sew, garden, read, do word puzzles, and collect recipes. She contributed news articles to the Vestnik Czech newspaper and kept journals. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis, and she and Charlie were once named Mr. and Mrs. SPJST. She was also a member of the VFW Auxiliary. Viola was very proud of her Czech heritage, and she and Charlie were seen at dances every weekend for many years. She was a member of St. John Catholic Church. Viola was preceded in death by her parents; spouse; son Ernest Lee Dlabaj; grandson Jacob Kahill Dlabaj; brother Billy Dean Jaresh; and sister Shirley Ann Jaresh. She is survived by children Sandra Hartman of Waxahachie, Bobby Dlabaj and wife Cathy of Palmer, Judy Patton and husband Billy of Ennis, Ronnie Dlabaj and wife Rose of Crisp, and Debra Janicek and husband Mark of Ennis. She also leaves 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. Visitation was Tuesday, October 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. with rosary at 7 p.m. in the J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel of Ennis. Mass of Christian burial was Wednesday, October 17 at 10 a.m. in

St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church of Ennis with Father John Dick as celebrant. Interment followed in Crisp Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc. With deepest sympathy, Betty Macalik Lodge 25, Ennis Financial Secretary —SPJST—

In Memory of Albina Naizer

Albina Adele Naizer, age 96 a lifelong resident of Williamson County, passed away on Monday, September 17, 2012. Visitation and rosary service was held on Wednesday, September 19 at Gabriels Funeral Chapel in Georgetown. A mass of Albina Naizer Christian burial was celebrated on Thursday, September 20 at 10 a.m. at St. Helen Catholic Church in Georgetown. Albina was laid to rest beside her husband at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Fort Worth. Albina was born on February 26, 1916, in Granger, Texas, to the late George and Louise Kubala Zurovetz. Albina was raised in the Granger area. She married the love of her life Frank Naizer on January 31, 1939. Together Frank and Albina started their life together in Granger. In 1952, they moved to Fort Worth. Albina moved back to the hill country in 1975, after Frank died in 1974. She spent five years in Bryan and moved to Georgetown in 1979. Throughout her life, Albina was an active member of the Catholic Church, serving at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Fort Worth, St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bryan, and most recently, St. Helen Catholic Church in Georgetown. Albina also was an active member of SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth. Albina was preceded in death by parents George and Louise Zurovetz; husband of 35 years Frank Naizer; brothers Dan Zurovetz and George Zurovetz, Jr.; and brother-in-law Joe McGrody. Albina leaves behind to cherish her memory loving daughter Gloria Garrett and husband Tom of Georgetown; granddaughters Stephanie Klaproth and husband Rick of Weir, and Teresa Stone and husband Sam of Granbury;

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sisters Bernice McGrody of California, and Lorine Valenta and husband Frank of Temple; brother, August “Boots” Zurovetz and wife Roseanna of El Paso; sister-in-law Ann Zurovetz of Fort Worth; great-granddaughters Marissa Klaproth, Miranda Klaproth, and Abby Stone; great-grandsons Garrett Klaproth and Adam Stone; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. Personal words of comfort may be sent to the family online at www.gabrielsfuneral.com.

“ . . . And the time has come for my departure. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day! ~ not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:6 - 8 —SPJST—

In Memory of Matilda Bubela

Matilda V. Bubela, age 89, passed away on April 2, 2012, and went to be with her Heavenly Father. Matilda was born in Columbus, Texas on January 28, 1923, to John and Albina Urban and was the youngest of five children. She married Jerome V. Bubela on August 14, 1943. Jerry was in the service when they married. After his dis- Matilda Bubela charge, they spent the first few years of their marriage farming in Fayette County, Texas. They moved to Houston in 1952 and built a home in Houston Heights. Although never having children of their own, Matilda and Jerry had numerous nieces and nephews and were godparents to many of them. They were founding members of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and supported their church community in many ways throughout their lives. Matilda was especially proud of their contribution of the baptismal font located at the front entrance of the church. Her religion and her church were always foremost in her heart and although she was not

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able to attend church services in the last few years, anyone visiting her would always see a rosary near her, if not in her hands. She enjoyed friendships with many of the priests of her church and always remembered their birthdays and anniversaries of ordination and other special days. Anyone who visited Matilda often would tell you she loved cats. Her home was filled with pictures of cats, cat knick-knacks, stuffed cats, and for most of her life, her cat friends. She treasured them especially after Jerry passed away and treated them like family. Something else you would notice about Matilda was that you seldom left her house without a “doggie bag.” She would give candy to people who visited or brought her meals, took her for doctor’s visits, or bought her groceries. You never went away unappreciated. She truly had a kind and generous heart.

Matilda was preceded in death by beloved husband Jerry; brothers John Urban of Ellinger and Steve Urban of La Grange; and sisters Clara Chovanec of Columbus and Albina Sralla of Houston. She is survived by many nieces and nephews and friends too numerous to count. The family received friends on Tuesday, April 3 from 5 to 8 p.m. with the rosary being recited at 7 p.m. at the chapel of Pat H. Foley and Co. Funeral mass was held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 4 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Houston. Interment followed at Memorial Oaks Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Matilda’s name may be made to St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, either to the food pantry or the general fund. —SPJST—

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Wednesday, October 24, 2012

SPJST Youth

Section

District Four youth participate in fall fun day

On Saturday, October 13, 2012, District Four had its fall fun day, hosted by Lodge 229, Abilene, at Southwest Park Baptist Church, and fun it was! There was a pumpkin carving contest, handicraft contest, cake walk, bingo, and hula hoop contest. Ms. Nancy of Lodge 49, Rowena, was the winner in the senior division of the hula hoop contest. What fun! The youth of the district also had their Christmas ornament contest. So glad I did not have to judge, as we have so much talent in this district— they all were winners as far as I am concerned. But, as in any contest, there can only be one blue ribbon awarded in each age group. Winners of the blue ribbons were: ages kindergarten to eight years—Hunter Wood of Lodge 49, Rowena; ages nine to 11 years—Morgann Wood of Lodge 49, Rowena; ages 12 to 14 years—Katelyn Taylor of Lodge 229, Abilene; and ages 15 to high school senior—Chelsy Stevens of Lodge 229, Abilene. The winners will have their ornaments hanging on the SPJST Home Office Christmas tree this holiday season! Youth clubs gathered for a short time to talk about the district youth activities, and youth completed a simple craft. It was a good time for sharing ideas! Thanks to Janice Stevens, Deborah Stevens, their youth club members, and Lodge 229 for hosting the fall fun day and all of the work. They served a chicken strip dinner that was delicious! Members were present from Lodges 49, Rowena; 160, San Angelo; and 229, Abilene. Special guests were Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene

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

McBride, District Four Director Billy Rollwitz, and District Four Fraternal Field Manager Bobby G. Davis. The fall fun day in 2013 will be hosted by Lodge 49, Rowena with a time and date to be announced later. Thanks again, Lodge 229, Abilene, for a job well done! Respectfully, Beverly J. Teplicek District Four Youth Counselor —SPJST—

Lodge 9, Snook youth, pet dog win best of show

Hello, SPJST Family! On October 3, 2012, we had our monthly meeting. We decorated ornaments for the Christmas ornament contest at the fall meeting. We talked about old business and upcoming events. Our charity for this month was to bring a brush, comb, and a bar of soap. We then talked about events we have participated in. The Burleson County Fair was September 26 to 29. I showed a pig, entered creative living with a picture I took. I also drew a picture in art class at school, and I won reserve grand champion. I also baked a cake and got a blue ribbon. On Saturday, the 29th, I entered my dog Lilly in the pet show, and we won best of show. This is our second year in a row to win best of show! I was very happy and proud of Lilly. Upcoming events that we have are dancing at Muziky, Muziky in La Grange on Sunday, October 14 along with the District One Fall Meeting at Cooper Farm. We celebrated birthdays after the meeting with pizza and ice cream.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Next Meeting—November 7 Our next meeting is scheduled for November 7 at the Snook SPJST Hall at 6:30 p.m. I hope everyone has a safe and great Halloween, and God bless. Fraternally yours, Kamree Walker —SPJST—

Lodge 9, Snook youth decorates Christmas ornament

Hello, SPJST Family! On October 3, 2012, we had our monthly meeting. We decorated ornaments for the Christmas ornament contest at the District One Fall Meeting. We talked about old business and upcoming events. Our charity for this month was to bring a brush, comb, and a bar of soap. We then talked about events we have participated in. The Burleson County Fair was September 26 to 29. I showed a pig, entered creative living with a picture I took, entered a craft, and I also baked a cake and got blue ribbons on each one. We talked about dancing at Muziky, Muziky in La Grange on Sunday, October 14 along with the District One Fall Meeting at Cooper Farm. We celebrated birthdays with pizza and ice cream after the meeting.

Next Meeting—November 7 Our next meeting is scheduled for November 7 at 6:30 p.m. at Snook SPJST Hall. I hope everyone has a safe and great Halloween and God bless. Fraternally yours, Kaylea Walker —SPJST—

Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club hosts Halloween meeting

Lodge 29, Taylor, held its youth club meeting on October 14, 2012. Present were 18 youth members, six guests, and 11 adults. Our meeting was Halloween-themed. We completed Vestnik projects and signed thank you cards for those who donated item(s) to our silent auction at the bar-

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District Four Youth Participate in Fall Fun Day

LEFT PHOTO: Tanner Wood, Morgann Wood, Hunter Wood, and Sutton Schwertner, all of Lodge 49, Rowena, hold pumpkins that they decorated for District Four Fall Fun Day held October 13, 2012, in Abilene. RIGHT PHOTO: Sylvia Rollwitz and Laura Pospichal of Lodge 49 look at the Christmas ornaments that the youth made. LEFT PHOTO: District Four youth assemble craft boxes.

RIGHT PHOTO: Christine Brooks, left, and Becky Wood admire the decorated pumpkins.

becue cook-off. We played a version of hot potato using a jar of candy. The winner was Collin Whatley. The next activity was the highlight of our meeting. We broke into teams, and each team had to see which team would wrap its mummy the fastest. For a special

bonus, the mummies were dads of a few of the youth and also District Two Director Jesse Pospisil, who is the grandfather of four of the youth club members. Everyone had a blast! For the next round, they split into pairs and wrapped each other. To end the meeting, we enjoyed cookies, cup-

Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Part of All-Stars Team

Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club member Weston Beasley is pictured, front row, far left, with his team— Burleson County 8year-old American AllStars.

I am pictured here with the Burleson County 8-year-old American All-Stars team. I am on the bottom row, first one when looking left to right. Our team lost the first game during tournament play, but we went undefeated in pool play. We had wins over La Grange, Columbus, and Lee County. We outscored our opponents 37-13! Even though we did not win the tournament, I had a great time and learned a lot. Weston Beasley —SPJST—

cakes, Rice Krispy treats, and some witch’s brew (lime sherbert punch in a black caldron with floating bones and eye balls). Once again, the kids had a fun time interacting with one another and didn’t want to leave. Next Meeting—November 11 Our next meeting will be Sunday, November 11 at 1 p.m. Fraternally, Cristy Girod Youth Leader —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton youth: great time at State Fair

Dear Readers, On Saturday, October 6, 2012, SPJST District Two Beseda Dancers went to the State Fair in Dallas, Texas. We had a great time at the fair. On Sunday, the Beseda Dancers performed for everyone at the fair. We are planning a social in November for the youth at Lodge 47. Fraternally, Brandon Hoelscher —SPJST—

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Lodge 49, Rowena youth learn meaning of Pledge

I enjoyed our youth club meeting today. We had a good program about the meaning of the Pledge of Allegiance. We hung Christmas ornaments on the lodge Christmas tree and saw friends who do not go to the same school we do. We also got some neat pins from the VFW men who presented our program. We also brought canned goods for our Make a Difference Day project. Cammi Teplicek —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena youth enjoys kolaches

I had a good time at our youth club meeting today. I brought in the United States flag and led the Pledge of Allegiance. The other youth members and I hung our Christmas ornaments on the Lodge 49 Christmas tree. It was a neat looking tree! I enjoyed the kolaches made by Ms. Nancy and Ms. Becky. Brandon Teplicek —SPJST—

Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Wins at Burleson County Fair

Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club member Brandon Powell proudly stands with his fifth and sixth place show turkeys at the 2012 Burleson County Fair.

The Burleson County Fair was a lot of fun this year. I’m glad it’s over. The competition was tough. It won’t be long before it starts all over again. Congratulations to all SPJST fair competitors. Thank you to all the SPJST parents, leaders, and directors for your continued support. Sincerely Brandon Powell —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club reports on October meeting

SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club met Sunday October 14, 2012, at the lodge hall. Brandon Teplicek and Sarah Booher presented the flags and led the group with the pledges to the United States flag and the Texas flag. Secretary Cammi Teplicek led the SPJST Youth Club motto. The roll call showed all officers and

youth leaders present. Members absent were John Havlak and Kaycee Lehmann. The minutes were read by Secretary Cammi Teplicek, and the treasurer’s report was given by Hunter Teplicek. There was no new correspondence. Youth Leader Beverly Teplicek welcomed the Rowena VFW Post 9196, the Auxiliary, and parents. She also thanked everyone who brought a food item for the local food pantry as this was our Make a Difference Day project. She asked everyone to take a look at our Christmas tree, as all of the ornaments made by our members were hanging, with the exception of

Hunter Wood and Morgann Wood, as theirs won first place in district and went to the SPJST Home Office to be placed on the Christmas tree there. We had nine ornaments hanging on our tree! We were also reminded that October is Czech Heritage Month, and of the many Texans of Czech descent who have made significant and lasting contributions to our state’s prosperity, heritage and culture. Beverly recognized Mrs. Nancy Schwertner, Sutton Schwertner, Tanner and Hunter Wood and mom Becky Wood for baking and bringing kolaches for our meeting. President Sutton Schwertner gave a report on the fall fun day held in Abilene this past Saturday. Assistant Youth Leader Ms. Nancy Schwertner reminded everyone to be at the cemetery on Thursday, November 8 to help place flags on all of the Veterans’ graves in all three cemeteries. This will be one of our community service projects. Mr. Maynard Schwertner and Commander John Multer presented a program explaining the meaning of the pledge to the flag. We learned how to stand with our right hand over our heart and the left hand straight by our side showing respect to our flag. We were told to stand up straight and to remove our hats! After the program, Ms. Nancy gave us some pages to color and we were than awarded flag pins from VFW Post 9196. Next Meeting—November 11 The next youth club meeting will be November 11 at the lodge hall at 4 p.m. The next call-in will be Novem-

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club Members Enjoy District Two Camp

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club members attended District Two Camp held at SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm on July 26 to 29, 2012. This year’s camp was all about surviving. Each team had to come up with tribe names, create a tribe flag, build a shelter, and go through an obstacle course. Then, a few brave campers endured the

eating challenge. Beads were on everyone’s mind and a wandering idol that had to be found. We danced, we sang, we hunted, and ran from things that go bump in the woods. All this equals some great times at Cooper Farm and a longing for next year! —Submitted by Lynette Talasek, Youth Leader

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Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Enjoys Time at Mustang Island

Zoe Talasek and her mom Lynette traveled to Corpus Christi a few days prior to the SPJST Corpus Christi Getaway Weekend in August to enjoy some quiet, relaxing time on Mustang Island. They also did some sight

ber 1 at 7 p.m. for members who have missed a meeting. Respectfully submitted, Brandon Teplicek, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena youth enjoys meeting program

seeing along the National Seashore on Malaquite Beach. “We had a good time spending time together and were excited when our SPJST friends all made it to the hotel the next day,” Lynette and Zoe report.

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Participate at District Two YAD

We had a very interesting meeting today. Two men from the local Veterans Post gave us a program explaining the meaning of the Pledge of Allegience. They also told us how to show respect to our flag and to be sure to take off our hats when the flag is passing. I remember this from my LEFT PHOTO: Dannikka Bartek registers her crafts Boy Scout training, but I did enjoy and some talent! CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 47’s very hearing their program. own Brooke Hoelscher who graduated this year Hunter Teplicek —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena youth enjoys meeting

I had fun at our youth club meeting LEFT PHOTO: Chase and Brady Alexander are ready for the judging to begin. CENTER and RIGHT PHOtoday. Ms. Diana sat by me, and we worked our Vestnik project. We had some veterans give us a program, and I got a ruler with the Presidents’ pictures on it! Holt Teplicek —SPJST— LEFT PHOTO: Angelina shows off her labor of love! CENTER PHOTOL Lots of latchhook entries were en-

comes back to help with District Two YAD. RIGHT PHOTO: Zoe Talasek helps Emma Regan get all her crafts registered.

TOS: Hunter Bartek and Morgan and Payton Porubsky all have their kolaches ready to turn in.

tered at this year’s Youth Achievement Day. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 47’s scrapbook entry.

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Lodge 49, Rowena youth attends first fall fun day

Dear SPJST, I attended my first fall fun day for District Four and had so much fun. My Christmas ornament won first place in my age category. I decorated a pumpkin, played bingo, hula hooped, and had a wonderful time. I can’t wait until next year to do this again. Morgann Wood —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena youth wins hula hoop contest

Lodge 49, Rowena youth learns about American flag

Dear SPJST, My grandpa gave a program on the American flag at our October meeting. He told everyone how to stand correctly when you say the Pledge of Allegiance and when a flag goes by you in a parade, and boys are supposed to take their caps off. We then colored a picture with the American flag on it. Tanner Wood —SPJST—

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Dear SPJST, District Four Fall Fun Day was neat this year. We had a hula hoop contest, and I won. My mom was proud of me for doing so good. My Christmas tree ornament won, too, and is going to be on the tree at the SPJST Home Office. I got a prize for it and for my pumpkin that I decorated like a spider. Hunter Wood —SPJST—

Lodge 187 Round Rock Youth Club shares birthday greeting

Lodge 187, Round Rock Youth Club has a youth with a birthday in October! Xavier Salinas turned 13 years old on October 18! All of us at Lodge 187, Round Rock want to say happy birthday to you, Xavier, and big hugs! Blessings to all, Jennifer McCarthy —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club Helps with Annual Star Hall Picnic

Sunday, June 3, 2012 • Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall • Submitted by Lynette Talasek, Youth Leader

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club members assisted at the annual picnic held June 3. LEFT PHOTO: Youth club parent Roy Ringwald deals out cards to potential blackjack winners . . . PHOTO 2: . . . while the prize

table awaits the winners. PHOTO 3: Joshua Herrera, Emily St. Amour, Seth Martinez and Kal-El Martinez help out with the games. RIGHT PHOTO: Koby Stone helps get the games ready.

LEFT PHOTO: Josh Mitchan is accepted as a new member during the youth club meeting prior to the picnic. PHOTO 2: Brady and Chase Alexander try their luck at the country store after their shift is over.

PHOTO 3: Brooke Hoelscher, Kandace Stone, Amber Bartek, Becky Zavodny, and Jerry Pechal serve the inside plates. RIGHT PHOTO: Roy and Angelina Ringwald horse around while preparing the to-go plates.

LEFT PHOTO: Zoe Talasek helps in the drive-thru line. PHOTO 2: Chase Alexander and Emma Regan enjoy time outside working the

drive-thru line. PHOTO 3: Morgan Porubsky carefully handles her togo plates. RIGHT PHOTO: Abby Mitchan takes a break in the shade.

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Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club Members Learn About American Flag

LEFT PHOTO: Maynard Schwertner and John Multer from Rowena VFW Post 9196 present a program to the youth about the American flag at the October meeting of Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club. CENTER PHOTO: Maynard Schwertner show the youth the correct way to stand

Lodge 187 Round Rock Youth Club enjoys Halloween party

Hello! The youth club made a graveyard dirt cake and a tray of goodie treats for the adult lodge. Afterwards, we got together and made mummy heads and spider pumpkins to take home while snacking on the treats. Several of the kiddos are going to dress up for Halloween. Brodi Volek says that she will dress up like a taxi driver while Ashley Smith will dress as a nurse. Alexandria Johnson will be a vampire-zombie, and Luke McCarthy is planning to dress as Frankenstein. The rest are still undecided. All of the teenagers mentioned that they like Halloween parties instead of trick-or-treating, but the younger ones still say that they love going trick-or-treating and dressing up. Blessings to all, Jennifer McCarthy Youth Leader —SPJST—

venience of buying bags of pre-made candy, they will not have control over the amount of sugar or the other ingredients that are being put into these confections. This Halloween, celebrants may want to make their own sweet treats to hand out or share at Halloween festivities. Chocolate lollipops: All it takes is a mold, heating device and some chocolate candy melts to make delicious and eye-catching homemade lollipops. A visit to the craft store will probably yield all of the ingredients you need. Some kits feature squirt bottles that can be filled with chocolate, heated in the microwave and then easily squirted into the candy molds. Cake pops: A revolution in dessert, cake pops can be made in two ways.

when reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. RIGHT PHOTO: Maynard looks over the youth while they color an American flag picture. The pictures will be hung in the VFW Hall in Rowena. —Photos submitted by Becky Wood

The first method is baking a cake and then crumbling it up into a bowl. Then a container of cake frosting is added, making the mixture moldable. The mixture is then formed into balls, which are put on lollipop sticks and dipped into melted chocolate. The second cake pop method is to purchase pans or special waffle-iron-type devices that turn batter into balls while cooking. Then the cake balls are put on sticks and covered in frosting or chocolate. Candied fruit: Caramel-covered apples are an autumn tradition, but you also can dip bananas into chocolate or pieces of pineapple for a pseudo-healthy treat. Chocolate bark: Create a healthy and delicious mixture of ingredients

Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Collect Tabs for Ronald McDonald House

Sweet treats for Halloween

Halloween is a time for costumes and candy. Americans spend roughly $6 billion per year on Halloween candy. After Christmas, Halloween is the country’s second-biggest commercial holiday. Although many people like the con-

Lodge, 49, Rowena Youth Club members are pictured above with their poptops (canned drink tabs) that they have been collecting for the Ronald McDonald House. The youth have collected and will send more than five gallons of poptops to the Ronald McDonald House.

by melting dark chocolate and adding in nuts, dried cranberries, raisins, sunflower seeds, or anything else you can think off. Pour the mixture on a piece of waxed paper and allow to harden in the refrigerator. Then cut into chunks and enjoy. (MS) —SPJST—

Halloween’s world celebrations

Halloween dates back thousands of years to ancient Celts and Europeans. Although Halloween is now largely associated with the celebrations that take place across much of North America, where 65 percent of Americans decorate their homes and places of business in the Halloween spirit, Halloween is celebrated in various ways around the globe. England: In the past, Brits tossed objects such as stones, vegetables, and nuts into a bonfire to frighten away the spirits. These symbolic sacrifices also were used as a form of fortune-telling. If a pebble thrown into the flames at night was no longer visible in the morning, then it was believed that the person who tossed the pebble would not survive another year. Halloween fell out of favor after the Protestant Reformation spread through the country. However, in recent years some have begun to adopt the American tradition of trick-or-treating. Hong Kong: A Halloween-type festival in Hong Kong is known as “Yue Lan,” which is the festival of the hungry ghosts. It is believed that, during this time, spirits roam the world for 24 hours.

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France: Halloween is considered an American holiday by most French and was relatively unknown before 1996. Ireland: Ireland is thought to be the birthplace of Halloween, and many of the same traditions of old are still practiced today. In addition to costumes and treats, individuals may play an apple-bobbing game called “snapapple,” where participants have to try to take a bite of an apple suspended on a string. Children also play tricks on neighbors, including “knock-a-dolly,” which is essentially a variation on “ring-and-run.” Spanish-speaking nations: Many Spanish-speaking nations celebrate El Dia de los Muertos. It is supposed to be a joyous event where people remember friends and family members who have died. Candles and incense are burned to help the departed find his or her way home. Austria: Some people will leave bread, water, and a lighted lamp on the table on Halloween night before going to bed. It was once believed that such items would welcome the dead souls back to Earth on a night Austrians considered to be full of strong cosmic energies. Czech Republic: Czechs place chairs by a fireside on Halloween night. There are enough chairs for each living and dead family member. Italy: Halloween traditions have just recently begun to blossom in Italy, where decorations and pumpkins are popular. While many of the traditions borrow from the Americans, there is at least one uniquely Italian tradition taking place in the hill town of Corinaldo. La Notte delle Streghe, “The Night of the Witches,” occurs in this town with music, dancing and a witch-themed fashion show that names Miss Strega (Miss Witch). Australia: Halloween isn’t as popular in Australia as it is in the United

Burleson County Tribune

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Halloween superstitions

• If a candle goes out on its own on Halloween, it is thought a ghost has come to call.

• A burning candle inside of a Jack-olantern on Halloween keeps evil spirts at bay.

• You invite bad luck into your home if you allow a fire to burn out on Halloween. • A person born on Halloween can both see and talk to spirits.

• Seeing a spider on Halloween could be the spirit of a dead loved one who is watching you.

• If you hear footsteps behind you on Halloween, don’t look back because it could be the dead following.

Front Page Float

This is a snapshot of the front page of the Thursday, September 27, 2012, Burleson County Tribune. The SPJST Float is pictured in the top right section of the page with members of Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club and District One Royalty riding the float in the Burleson County Fair parade in Caldwell on September 22. The Tribune photo was taken by Roy Sanders. Thanks to Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak for sharing the paper with the Vestnik office!

States and Canada. Australians may celebrate Halloween as Guy Fawkes Eve or Mischief Night. Children create mischief or get treats. Many Australians simply celebrate the holiday with a dance at their schools. Halloween is alive and well around the world. Perhaps this year North American families will want to incor-

porate some global traditions into their standard Halloween plans. (MS) —SPJST—

• Carry a lump of bread in your pocket when walking in the dark to serve as an offering to ghosts.

• When a person lived a good life, flowers will grow on his grave. If he was evil, weeds will grow. • Never slam a door; otherwise, you could hurt a ghost and risk a haunting.

• Holding your breath while driving by a cemetery keeps evil spirits from entering your body.

• Ringing a bell on Halloween will scare evil spirts away.

• Knock on wood to keep bad luck away. —SPJST—

Lodge 187, Round Rock Youth Celebrate Halloween

LEFT PHOTO: Graveyard dirt cake. CENTER PHOTO: Tray of treats. RIGHT PHOTO: Ashley Smith, Luke McCarthy, Alex Johnson, Andrew

Smith, and Brodi Volek proudly display their decorated pumpkins. —Submitted by Jennifer McCarthy, Youth Leader

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Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club Enjoys Halloween Fun at October Meeting Sunday, October 14, 2012 • Lodge 29, Taylor Hall • Submitted by Cristy Girod, Youth Leader

Fun at Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club! Pictured deft to right are Joseph and Aaron Kaderka; Kaitlyn Whatley and Kara Kaderka; Hailey Girod

and Bailey; Colten and Cody Voigt; Ayden Beard and Payton Coble; and Collin Whatley and Dounia Mohad.

LEFT PHOTO: Team Mikey wrapping. PHOTO 2: Team Mikey finished! PHOTO 3: Team Mike wrapping. RIGHT PHOTO: Team Mike finished.

LEFT PHOTO: Basil Mohad, Collin Whatley, and Brandon Girod enjoy the meeting and party. PHOTO 2: Group musical chairs. PHOTO 3:

Group of boys eating snacks. RIGHT PHOTO: Group of girls eating snacks.

Thanks to all who participated with this month’s Halloween-themed meeting. LEFT PHOTO: Team Director Jesse wrapping. PHOTO 2:

Team Director Jesse finished. PHOTO 3: Team Ed wrapping. RIGHT PHOTO: Team Ed finished.

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Dear Bibbie, This time I will tell you about the cruel events in Moravia from the 17th century. These events were called, “Witch Trials.” Preserved written documents were kept. The end of the 17th century was a period of approximately 50 years after Emperor’s edict that allowed only the Catholic church in countries of the Czech crown. North Moravia had the Reformation (Protestant) church tradition. The Jesuit order of the Catholic Church pointed out that there was a connection of the Reformation to wizardry. A beggar-woman was blamed in the first proceeding in the year 1678. She was reported to have taken the Holy wafer at Holy Communion, but she did not swallow it— she put it into her prayer book. A parish clerk and parson informed noblemen in Velký Losinách (Great Elk). The baroness from Galle suggested to the manor’s manager to start a hag’s proceeding against the beggar-woman. Mr. Henry Francis Boblig from Edelstate, an inquisitor and executor of law, set up a commission. He had skills with hags’ proceedings in Silesia. The commission blamed the beggar-woman; then others were blamed and were sent to a torture chamber. They had to strip naked and the com-

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• Letters to Bibbie •

This article is one of a series of “Letters to Bibbie,” written by Ivo Marek to his distant relative Vickie (Bibbie) Cooper of Granger, Texas. Ivo and his parents live in Choceň, Czech Republic. Ivo is an engineer by profession and an accomplished weaver and textile artist. In addition, his hobbies are gardening, cooking, and fine-tuning his English.

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missioner sought on their bodies so called “signa diabolica” (freckles) with which they say was the devil’s sign of witches. The commission showed torture tools to the victims and physically tortured them until they were forced to plead guilty. Witches were executed by burning at the stake. Boblig especially blamed the daughters from wealthy families for wizardry, so that he could levy their wealth into his profit. Before execution, some of the convicted avowed publicly that they were falsely blamed and were tortured to confess. Some Catholic priests falsely accused innocent people; the most famous was the vicar of Šumperk, Dean Lautner. He was popular among believers for his kindness and forbearance to Protestants. Velký Losinách’s priest, König and other priests made up a protest list against the activities of Boblig and sent it to Olomouc’s Bishop. Boblig gathered against Lautner false accusations of wizardry forced by torture from 36 people. Bishop Charles II from LichtensteinCastelcorn ordered the arrest of Dean Lautner in 1680. Dean refused to plead guilty for four years. That is why the Bishop gave an agreement to his torture in 1684. Lautner was tortured and judges tried to break his resistance. Dean Lautner was burnt at the stake in Mohelnice in September 18, 1685, in the Lord’s summer. After Lautner’s death, Boblig continued his fear work for more than 10 years. The manor Velký Losinách lost competent services and grew poor; Šumperk went through economic decadence; and the wealthiest

burghers perished on stakes. Other towns did not want “Witches’ centers,” so farmers revolted. Boblig began blaming folks from Velký Losinách and Šumperk who were then compelled to make false testimonies against the wealthiest burghers from Olomouc. Olomouc’s councilors sent a protest to the Emperor against the activities of Boblig’s tribunal and throve them to reach the Monarch’s countenance. Boblig had to withdraw his accusations, and the activities of his tribunal were stopped in 1696. During the 18 years, more than 100 folks were killed. Boblig spent the last years of life in peace. He married and

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died between years 1696-1700. A writer, V. Kaplický, wrote, “Hammer on Witches,” a novel about the witch hunts and law proceedings; director O. Vávra made a film about this in the 20th century. Yours truly, Ivo —SPJST—

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.

October 27 Česky Večer Gala—at Onion Creek Country Club Austin, Texas 78749. Event presented by Austin Czech Historical Association for its 18th year. No tickets sold at the door. For ticket information, contact President Alice Kubacak (512) 452-7727; or email Alice at eliskakuba@sbcglobal.net; or Treasurer LaVerne Dancak (512) 836-3115; or visit www.austinczechs.com. Submitted by Janie Zbranek, Secretary, Austin Czech Historical Association.

October 27 Second Annual Czech Oktober Fest—at Czech Center Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto Street, 4 to 7 p.m.: Event celebrates Czech/Slovak National Day October 28, 1918. For information, contact Czech@czechcenter.org; (713) 5282060; www.czechcenter.org. Submitted by Effie M. Rosene, Chair/CEO, Czech Center Museum Houston, Lodge 232, Mid-Houston.

November 1 Texas Czech Genealogical Society Lifetime Achievement Award Submission Deadline. November 1 - 3 Texas State Genealogy Conference—in Fort Worth, Texas.

November 3 and 4 Egg Decorating Classes/Demonstration (two-day workshop)—by at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, LaGrange. A cost will be charged per participant (to cover materials). For information and cost, call (888) 7854500.

November 5 Texas Czech Genealogical SocietyHonoring Our Czech Veterans—at Olin E. Teague Veterans’ Medical Center, Temple, 1901 South 1st Street, Temple, Texas 76504: Veteran pins will be presented. Details forthcoming. November 9 Texas Czech Genealogical Society Honoring Our Czech Veterans Wine and Cheese Reception—at Caldwell Civic/Visitor Center, 103 Presidential Corridor W, Caldwell, Texas. —SPJST—

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TPMM open house this Saturday

Texas Polka Music Museum will host its open house and polka jam session this Saturday, October 27, 2012, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Musicians are invited and encouraged to come “jam.” The museum gift shop will include specials on CDs, caps, and tee-shirts. Door prizes will be awarded. Visitors are asked to bring lawn chairs. Come out to enjoy the music and visit the museum. Admission is free of charge. TPMM is located at 625 North Main in historic downtown Schulenburg. Regular museum hours are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Museum phone (979) 743-4752. For more information, contact Glen/Freda Chervenka (979) 589-

2600 or Herb/Lil Schneider (281) 8073244 or see advertisement in last week’s October 17 Vestnik. —SPJST—

Czech Center Museum Houston Oktober Fest this Saturday

Let’s celebrate the second-ever Czech Oktober Fest in Prague Hall at Czech Center Museum Houston on Saturday, October 27, 2012, from 4 to 7 p.m. The public is invited to join the celebration of Czech-Slovak National Day and a benefit for the Czech Center Museum Houston. Buy admission tickets for a real treat of three flights

of three newest fine lager Czech beers, two wines, other beverages, and complete festival dinner of sausages, cabbage with kmin (caraway), kasha (creamy Czech-style mashed potatoes), pretzels, additionally purchase strudels, kolaches, and sausage for take home. The grand bonus is three hours of the best in Houston music, The Texas Legacy Czech Band will play for your dancing and listening pleasure. Please contact CCMH (713) 528-2060 or email events@czechcenter.org for more information and admission price. Wear a festival costume of your design or choice for any country to add to the fun and frolic. Exhibition of Art October 15 to November 17 The Czech Center Museum Houston is proud to present an exhibition of

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art by two of its members—Tom and Treena Rowan. The Rowans are displaying 74 pieces of original art in Pilsen Hall.

Can You Speak Czech? Wish You Could? An informal beginning to understanding the basic Czech terms needed for travel, speaking with grandparents, singing, researching genealogy, and just for fun, will be offered at the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange. Lessons will begin with the alphabet and conversational Czech, enjoy children’s literature, and examine the Czech songs so prevalent in this area. Classes will be Thursdays. They began October 11 and continue until November 15. Choose your class time: from 3 to 4:30 p.m. or 6 to 7:30 p.m. The fee is only $30 and includes handouts. The Texas Czech Heritage

Czech Heritage Museum Hosts Opening for Jno. P. Trlica Photograph Exhibit

The Czech Heritage Museum opened the Jno. P. Trlica photograph exhibit on Thursday evening, October 11, 2012. The highlight of the evening was a presentation from Mickie Ross, Executive Director of the Williamson Museum in Georgetown. She explained that the idea of the exhibit came about when they displayed some of Trlica’s photo-

graphs at S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living in Taylor. The residents reminisced about the photos and brought some of their own Trlica photos to show. The compilation of photos soon started the beginnings of a traveling exhibit for the Williamson Museum. —SPJST—

LEFT PHOTO: Lajuana Carabasi is standing by her donated photograph, which features her mother standing at the left in the Danforth’s Florence Stove Store in Granger. CENTER PHOTO: Mickie Ross, Executive Director of the Williamson Museum in Georgetown, far right,

gave a talk about how the Trlica exhibit came about and the life of photographer Jno. P. Trlica in Granger, Texas. RIGHT PHOTO: A special visit from the Trlica family of Plano, Texas. Pictured is Cary Trlica, center, grandson of Jno. P. Trlica, his wife Jane, and son Jon Henry.

LEFT PHOTO: SPJST Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak, left, and Kenny Lange of the Czech Heritage Museum enjoy food and conversation at the opening. CENTER PHOTO: The opening reception spread of food and wine was enjoyed by all the visitors. RIGHT PHOTO: The Museum

staff and Mickie Ross of the Williamson Museum pose for a photo to commemorate the exhibit opening. Left to right are Don Mears, Mickie Ross, Kenny Lange, and Frank Klinkovsky. —Submitted by Don Mears

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and Cultural Center, located off US Highway 77 just north of Bypass 71 in La Grange at the Fayette County Fair Grounds. To register, call toll free (888) 785-4500 or (979) 968-9399 email: info@czechtexas.org. Submitted by, Bill and Effie Rosene Lodge 232, Mid-Houston —SPJST—

TCHCC sets Czech Cultural Weekend November 2 to 4

Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, located at 250 Fairgrounds Road in La Grange, will host A Czech Cultural Weekend with Daniela Sipkova Mahoney on Friday, November 2 through Sunday, November 4. Participants can attend one or all classes on Saturday and Sunday.

of egg decorating will be taught including wax resistant, engraving, blue ink painting, dip-pull. A maximum of 25 adults and school-age children. $15 (includes materials, handouts, and take-home projects). 5 to 6 p.m.—A variety of soups and sandwiches will be available for purchase.

6 to 9 p.m.—Lecture on Christmas in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Free to the public. Sunday, November 4 1 to 2 p.m.—Demonstration, personalized eggs, book signing, and refreshments.

2 to 5p.m.—Christmas in the Czech Republic and Slovakia: make simple tree ornaments from wheat, dough, and paper as well as make-your-own Christmas cards. This is an extension of the Saturday night lecture. A maximum of 25 adults and school-age children. $15 (includes materials, handouts, and take-home projects). 5 to 6 p.m.—A variety of soups and sandwiches will be available for purchase.

6 to 8 p.m.—Farewell Event: sale of personalized eggs and book signing. Free to the public. TCHCC members will receive 15 percent off every purchase during this weekend event. If you are not a member, you can become one for $35/ Call to register for one or all classes (888) 785-4500 or (979) 968-9399 or email info@czechtexas.org.

Daniela Sipkova Mahoney

The weekend schedule is:

Friday, November 2 6 to 9 p.m.—Welcome, sale of personalized eggs, book signing, and refreshments.

Saturday, November 3 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.—Teach the Teacher Cultural Crafts: egg decorating, wheat weaving, and paper crafts. A maximum of 25 adults. $25 (includes materials, handouts, and takehome projects). 2 to 5 p.m.—Easter in the Czech Republic and Slovakia: four methods

About Daniela Mahoney Born in Prague, Czech Republic, Daniela Sipkova first experienced traditional egg decorating as a child during Easter. Under the guidance of her grandmother she learned the basic wax resistant technique and practiced the craft as a seasonal hobby during her childhood and adolescence. In 1980, Daniela and her mother fled Czechoslovakia and settled in West Germany. Since Daniela spoke five foreign languages, she worked as a freelance translator and interpreter. In 1982, while working in an automotive trade show as an interpreter in Frankfurt, Germany, she met Patrick Mahoney, who was seeking merchandise for his auto parts stores in Portland, Oregon. He not only found new products for his stores, but also a wife.

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They have been married since spring 1983. In the United States, Daniela returned to traditional egg decorating at Easter time as a hobby and soon developed the craft into a full time business. Over the past 29 years, Daniela participated in hundreds of art shows, craft shows and ethnic festivals nationwide. She also developed educational programs to teach cultural crafts as part of the Czech and Slovak heritage preservation in communitybased settings. She became a resident artist for Young Audiences of Oregon and Washington and the Regional Arts and Culture Council in Portland, Oregon. Daniela is known for organizing large scale egg decorating events for children, such as “1,000 eggs with 1,000 children in four hours.” Daniela has also published several children’s coloring and activity books: Czech Republic; Czech, Moravian and Slovak costumes paper dolls; Czech, Moravian and Slovak costumes coloring book; and Czech and Slovak Castles and Palaces. Daniela originally used the wax resistant method of egg decorating, but since 1987 has been using the engraving technique. Over time, she gravitated from traditional designs inspired by the Czech and Slovak traditions to novelty designs, such as bridges, lighthouses, and even the Statue of Liberty. Her egg ornaments are sold nationwide in museums, galleries, and specialty gift stores. Since in the old mythology the egg symbolizes new life, it became a perfect medium of choice for Daniela to showcase her artistic talents when starting her new life in the United States. The egg became not only a canvas for expressing her feelings through art and her desire to reconnect with her homeland’s traditions, but it also became a bridge to self realization and economic prosperity in a new country. Daniela stated that since spring 1983 she decorated about 84,000 egg ornaments (an average of 10 per day). If stacked in dozen-sized cartons, they would form “Daniela’s tower of Freedom,” about 1,750 feet tall, more than 11 times the size of the Statue of Liberty. Daniela holds two degrees from Portland State University: an undergraduate degree in marketing and a graduate degree in social work (MSW) and currently works in the field of geriatric social work. In the future, Daniela plans to de-

velop instructional programs that would teach others how to design classes and workshops to preserve traditional crafts in their communities. —SPJST—

TCGS plans “Czech Veterans: This Parade’s For You”

Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS) has set the bar as only it should be for Czech Veterans—high. A wine and cheese reception will be held Friday, November 9, 2012, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Caldwell Civic/Visitor Center, located at 103 Presidential Corridor-Highway 21W in Caldwell, Texas. This reception will honor all Czech veterans and will be the first viewing of the Czech Veterans’ video. Saturday, November 10 begins with registration and morning refreshments at 8 a.m. Special guest speakers include Jerry Curtis, Ralph Muchler, and Patrick Dewane. Mr. Dewane will be the keynote speaker and entertainer who is bringing his “Accidental Hero” performance to Texas. The powerful multimedia show traces a World War II soldier’s journey. “Patrick Dewane’s grandfather refused to talk about his service in World War II, yet when he died his basement yielded a trove of typewritten accounts, photos and rare film footage. Dewane brings this archival material to glowing life in a one-man, multimedia show that offers an enthralling, humorous and heart-warming tale of miraculous escapes and astonishing coincidences. He takes on a dozen different roles as he powerfully recounts his grandfather’s journey through the Battle of the Bulge, the liberation of Czechoslovakia, and the poignant rediscovery of his own roots.” From the Minneapolis Star Tribune, August 5, 2012

Patrick Dewane tells a true story of an American farm boy born into a Czech immigrant family who becomes an officer in World War II. “The Accidental Hero” can be described as a monologue, docudrama, or reminiscence of Dewane’s grandfather’s role played in World War II. There is a unique mix of narration and multimedia enhancements that brings Dewane’s story to life.

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“Difficult to categorize, but impossible to forget . . . those are the best words I can find to sum up my reaction to a recent production of Patrick Dewane’s one-man show ‘The Accidental Hero.’ Perhaps the most striking impression of all is left by the spectacle of an individual endowed with considerable physical courage and personal accomplishments who never expected any recognition for either, whether in the form of public acknowledgment or financial reward. Dewane’s theater piece provides the recognition posthumously for his grandfather . . . “ says Author Daniel Freeman, Ph.D., noted Czech scholar and popular lecturer at the Smithsonian Institute. “With the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor, Mr. Dewane’s grandfather found himself at Omaha Beach, fighting in an important action during the Battle of the Bulge, and finally

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volunteered for an important mission behind German lines in Czechoslovakia where he confronts his heritage.” Source: historianinfinitus.com You will not want to miss one moment of this event. See advertisement on page 28, and watch next week’s October 31 Vestnik for complete event details. To register for the event or for more information, contact Bennie Stasny (512) 497-6007. —SPJST—

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A Czech Cultural Weekend at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center • La Grange, Texas

with Daniela Sipkova Mahoney

Texas Czech Genealogical Society

A Choice of Classes: Attend One or All November 2 to 4, 2012 • Teach the Teacher Cultural Crafts Class • Easter in the Czech Republic and Slovakia Crafts Class • Free Lecture on Christmas in the Czech Republic and Slovakia • Demonstrations, personalized eggs, book signing and refreshments

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Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs”

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“Powerful Multimedia Show Traces World War II Soldier’s Journey”

“Patrick Dewane’s grandfather refused to talk about his service in World War II, yet when he died his basement yielded a trove of typewritten accounts, photos and rare film footage. Dewane brings this archival material to glowing life in a one-man, multi-media show that offers an enthralling, humorous and heartwarming tale of miraculous escapes and astonishing coincidences. He takes on a dozen different roles as he powerfully recounts his grandfather’s journey through the Battle of the Bulge, the liberation of Czechoslovakia and the poignant rediscovery of his own roots.” Minneapolis Star Tribune, August 5, 2012

Czech Veterans’ Event Sponsored by Texas Czech Genealogical Society Full details at www.txczgs.org

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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) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, at 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) 6864429; or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Friday, November 2—Social night, 6 p.m. Sunday, November 4—SPJST Lodge No. 6 meeting, 2 p.m./Election of officers Friday, November 16—Social night, 6 p.m. Friday, November 24—Macik 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) 884-3211. 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) 2723440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each

month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Saturday, November 3—The Crop Dusters, country-western/mix music. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $7 per person Saturday, November 10—Chili supper/fun night, 5 p.m. $6 per bowl of chili; $3 for veterans. Proceeds benefit scholarship fund. Games, door prizes. All ages welcome. Sunday, November 11—Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7/person Sunday, November 25—Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person

Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534; band bookings-Artie Monson (512) 281-3711; Hall phone: (512) 2853100. 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) 985-2484; Hall phone: (254) 9852393; 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) Sunday, November 4—Youth club meeting Thursday, November 8—Lodge meeting, 7 p.m. Saturday, November 10—Craft show Saturday, November 17—Wedding Thursday, November 22—Rental

Note: Youth club meetings are at 1:30 p.m. and are scheduled on a different Sunday of the month depending on hall rentals. Call Youth Leader Rita Holland for youth club information (469) 337-2284.

Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 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: Call Youth Leader Rita Holland for youth club meeting date/time (469) 337-2284. Game room open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.

LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 12 noon at Wharton County Library - East Bernard Branch, 746 Clubside Drive, East Bernard. LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) All Wednesday and Friday night dances have free admission.

Wednesday, October 24 – Live music: Bobby Jay Five Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, October 26—Edward Kopecky’s Czech Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers beginning at 6 p.m.) Friday, November 2—Stepsiders, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers beginning at 6 p.m.) Friday, November 9—Texas Pioneers, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. (Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make oldfashioned hamburgers beginning at 6 p.m.) Saturday, November 10—Live music: Old School Band featuring Regina Ball and Jeff Graybill, 8 p.m. to 12 midnight Sunday, November 11—Lodge 29 Youth Club meeting, 1 p.m. Any youth entering kindergarten through high school senior is eligible to attend. For more information, contact Cristy Girod (512) 4681347.

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. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m., at the hall. Music: Second and fourth Wednesday of the month/music by Bobby Jay Five Band; Fridays, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.; old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday from 6 to 9 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, October 27—Smokin’ Gun Saturday, November 3—Cherokee Rose Saturday, November 10—Nolan Pick Band Saturday, November 17—35 South

Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From IH-35 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) 839-4353/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) Saturday, October 27—Private Saturday, November 3—Fritz Hodde Saturday, November 10—Red Ravens Saturday, November 17—Jerry Haisler Saturday, November 24—Open

Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy. 53, Temple. Directions: Star Hall is five 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) 9852548. 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, 7 p.m. Call for meeting location.

LODGE 66, WACO (3) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at location to be announced in the Vestnik. Call (254) 799-4247 for more information.

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. 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) 7934742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.

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LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From IH-35 East in Dallas, take IH-20 East. From IH20 East, take the IH-45 exit toward downtown Dallas. IH-45 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. 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 Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Friday, October 26—Jeff Woolsey Band, country/western. $8 per person Saturday, October 27—No dance Sunday, October 28—Czech Day: Mark Halata and Texavia, polka/variety, 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, November 3—The Moonglow Orchestra, big band. Dress code*. $11 per person Saturday, November 10—River Road Boys, western swing. $8 per person Saturday, November 17—Leonard Duckworth, big band. Dress code*. $11 per person Saturday, November 24—No dance

All dances are held from 8 to 11:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 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 visit 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. 3-00-6212077-41001. LODGE 91, CROSBY (5) Lodge Meetings: quarterly meetings—TBA in the Vestnik. Contact Secretary Vonda Smesny (713) 870-7114.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Wednesday, October 24—Ronnie Martin, ballroom music, 8 to 11 p.m. Sunday, October 28—St. Thomas Women’s Org., 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, October 31—Ronnie Martin, ballroom music, 8 to 11 p.m.

Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From Interstate 35 West in Fort Worth, take Interstate 30 West to the Henderson exit. Take Henderson North, and it becomes Jacksboro Highway (TX199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cutoff which is a right off of Jacksboro Highway. The lodge also known as National Hall is on the right about 3/4 block down the road. (A Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner.) Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone (817) 624-1361. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Family Nights - first and third Tuesdays. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band plays every first Sunday and most third Friday nights. The other Friday nights will be live ballroom type music. Dressy casual. Listen to KNON 89.3 FM on Sunday at 2 p.m. for up-to-date announcements. Tune in to KAAM 770 AM for some easy listening music. Visit www.nationalhallspjst92.org. LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Friday in March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Gay Revel (361) 573-4443 for meeting location.

LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West three miles to FM 1303; turn right and go two miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (830) 393-7796; Hall Phone: (803) 393-6500. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.

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

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

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

LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Hall: 2622 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 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 IH-45. 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) Note: Beginning August, 2012, lodge meetings will begin at 6 p.m.

Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at 6 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). May and August meetings will be held on the third Sunday - same time, same location. 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) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Wharton Depot Museum, 100 South Sunset Street in 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 IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-20 West exit. Stay on IH-20 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.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

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, November 3—Detour Band Saturday, December 31—TBA

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.; 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: IH-35 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 email 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 IH-35 West to Fort Worth. Take IH-20 East exit and proceed on IH-20 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) 876-9029. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Last Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Hall: FM 532 West, Moulton. Directions: From Texas 95 in Moulton, take FM 532 West four miles. Lodge hall is located on the right. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS (7) Lodge Meetings: Every other month - February, April, June, August, October, and December. Call for meeting date, time, and location. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Theresa Haag (830) 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. 1-74-20733095-41002.

LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy. 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. There will be a 7-11 on the right. Turn right; proceed past Hopewell School. Continue through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. From Temple: Take IH-35 South. Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign; take left on University Boulevard. The third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right 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, at 1 p.m. at the hall. 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) 8293377 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) 7809012.

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. —SPJST—

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