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S P J S T Benevolence
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★ Humanity ISSN —07458800
New Life for a Very Old Ball Park By Melissa Segrest and Will Holford Texas Co-Op Power • October 2012
You don’t need to know what the With the help of a $20,000 commuSPJST stands for in SPJST Lodge 1 in nity grant from Bluebonnet and the Fayetteville to know that this fraternal LCRA, about 300 new seats should be and insurance group with a Czech her- built by November, Pflughaupt said. itage has a colorful They won’t be just past and a very acany seats, either, tive present. but comfortable That number 1 wooden seats is significant bestyled like those in cause it means older ball parks Fayetteville was across the country. home to the very The field may be first SPJST lodge, old, but it’s always established in busy, Pflughaupt 1897. Just a few said. The Fayetyears later, in teville High 1910, they built a School Lions (who lodge hall and a have been state baseball field next champions), select to it. Traveling teams, and La teams from other Grange Little states came to League teams play Fayetteville to there, and there play on the field at will be some tour507 East Main next Street, Ronnie The SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville naments summer. CommuPflughaupt, the Youth Club ball field was built in city’s mayor, said. 1910, but it still sees plenty of ac- nity leagues play N u m e r o u s tion. Ronnie Pflughaupt, Fayet- their home games community groups teville mayor and Lodge 1 Youth there as well, he have worked to Leader, and Brandon Lovell, junior said. on the New Ulm baseball team, are maintain the field ready for 300 new wood seats, Future plans inover the years. made possible by a $20,000 grant clude a new concession stand and With help from the from Bluebonnet and the LCRA. —Photo by Sarah Beal restrooms. city, community groups, individuVisitors curious als and the lodge’s youth club (for about the history of the ball field can ages five to high school students), the stop by the city’s museum on North field has lights, dugouts, and handi- Washington Street to see posters and capped access for fans. A canopy cov- photos. ers temporary bleachers that seat about 100, but that’s about to change. Continued on Page 3.
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Lodge 154, Fort Worth members ride the SPJST Float in the Fort Worth Parade of Lights on Friday, November 23.
Lodge 92, Fort Worth members ride the SPJST Float in the Fort Worth Parade of Lights on Friday, November 23. Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club members ride the SPJST Float in the “Christmas in Olde Town Ballinger” parade on Saturday, November 24.
Inside This Week’s Vestnik
Camp Tee-Shirt Contest Info ............16 Vestnik Project...................................17 Czech Culture ....................................18 Advertisements.............................20-21 Lodge Calendar .................................22 Cookbook Order Form ......................24
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Lodge 6 Cottonwood gives to community organizations
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Lodge 191 Lufkin supports youth group
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Lodges 88, Houston; 202, Jourdanton recognize Veterans
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SPJST HERALD
SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 (800) 727-7578 • (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-7447 www.spjst.org
VESTNIK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0807 VESTNIK Fax: (254) 773-8087
email: m e l a n i e z @ v v m . c o m
SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-2902 • Home: (254) 985-0007 email: vanicek@spjst.com
VICE PRESIDENT GENE McBRIDE, FICF, CFFM Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-1450 • Home: (254) 534-1930 email: genemc@spjst.com SECRETARY-TREASURER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 721-4739 • Home: (254) 778-3720 email: leonardm@spjst.com
DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR/CHAIRMAN DONNIE VICTORICK, FIC, CFFM P.O. Box 85, Snook, Texas 77878-0085 Home: (979) 272-3265 • Mobile: (979) 224-3125 email: dv.aggie@verizon.net DISTRICT TWO DIRECTOR 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
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Christmas Parade Floating
We participated in the big Fort Worth Parade of Lights on “Black
Friday” - November 23. There were thousands and thousands of people lining the streets of Downtown Fort Worth and seeing SPJST! It was such an awesome experience. Thanks to Lodge 154, Fort Worth for hosting the floats. Riders from Lodge 92, Fort Worth also joined in. Special thanks to Float Driver John Hoelscher and wife Lisa for assisting us with the floats. And, something special—one of the floats was awarded an honorable mention. That is impressive considering the magnitude and professionalism of this parade. The next day, David and I traveled to Ballinger’s Olde Town Christmas parade where we met up with Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club members and parents to ride the float. Hats off to these very polite and very well-disciplined youth! The float received the first place youth award. How exciting! Thanks to the lodges who have requested the float during this Christmas season. As of this writing, we have nine more float appearances in 2012. We are taking bookings for 2013. Give me a call or send me an email to book the float for 2013.
2013 SPJST Calendars 2013 SPJST calendars were mailed out last week. If you do not receive your calendar by December 15, please contact Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak’s department at the Home Office.
SPJST Life Stories The Vestnik is looking for your or your family’s SPJST Life story. Has SPJST Life Insurance benefitted your family in its time of need? We would love to have you share your story. Has being a member of the youth program helped you achieve something grand later in life? Has serving as a lodge officer or just being active in SPJST inspired you in some phenomenal way? Share your story with the Vestnik. Please email to melaniez@vvm.com. If you have questions or need more information, please contact me. Youth Christmas Tree The lobby of the SPJST Home Office displays a beautiful nine-foot tall Christmas tree that features hundreds of handmade ornaments by SPJST’s youth club members throughout the years. See the tree in an upcoming December Vestnik. Merry Christmas!
• • • IMPORTANT NOTICE • • • December 26 Vestnik will not be a regular issue. It will be a commemorative issue celebrating 100 years of Vestnik. • • • • • •
No January 2 Vestnik will be printed. Deadline for January 9 Vestnik is Monday, December 31 at 5 p.m.
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
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
Universal Life 4.50% for Annualized* Annuities
Annuity I** 5.00% for Annualized* Annuity II** 3.00% for Annualized* Annuity III** 3.00% for Annualized*
**Not currently being marketed.
New Life
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(If you’re still curious, SPJST stands for Slovanska Podporujici Jednota Statu Texas, which is Czech for Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas.) Editor’s Note: Article is reprinted with permission from Texas Co-Op Power. Congratulations to Lodge 1, Fayetteville for receiving this $20,000 grant from Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative and the Lower Colorado River Authority. According to Texas Co-Op Power, “Volunteer fire departments, emergency medical services, school districts, libraries, civic groups and local
Annuity IV 3.00% for Annualized* * Rates effective 11/01/12 through 1/31/13.
5-Year Annuity
When purchased, current interest rates are guaranteed for 5 years.
Band 1—$10,000 to $24,999 Current Rate: 3.00% Band 2—$25,000 to $49,999 Current Rate: 3.00% Band 3—$50,000 and up Current Rate: 3.00%
governments are eligible to apply for grants from the Community Development Partnership Program. With the money, groups have created or completed projects ranging from the lighting of a nature trail to building a recycling center to providing new equipment and improving facilities for small-town fire departments throughout the region. “Between 1995 and 2012, the program has awarded 1,244 grants totaling $21.4 million to recipients in areas where LCRA provides power. “Grant applications are due twice a year, on March 1 and September 1. For more information on the grants, go to lcra.org and search for CDPP Grants, call (800) 776-5272, Ext. 3399 or email ecodev@lcra.org. —SPJST—
From the Supreme Lodge President
Lodges 81, Needville; 175, Rosenberg to consider merger at Dec. 16 meeting
Dear Members of Lodge 81, Needville and Lodge 175, Rosenberg, Please know that active membership in a local lodge is essential to building and maintaining a strong fraternal organization. You are cordially invited to attend a special called meeting which will determine the future of your lodge. In accordance with the procedures outlined within the SPJST By-Laws, the members of Lodge 81, Needville and Lodge 175, Rosenberg are invited to attend this meeting to discuss and vote on the merger of these two lodges. The meeting will be on Sunday, December 16 at 1 p.m. at Lodge 81, Needville, located at 13609 Violet Street. A covered dish Christmas luncheon at 12 noon is being hosted by Lodge 81, Needville. Following the
regular monthly meeting of Lodge 81, Needville, SPJST officials will outline the options and procedures involved in the merger process. As part of the meeting agenda, members of the two lodges will break into two groups and meet separately to discuss and vote on the merger. If you plan to attend, please call Sandra Dubcak (800) 727-7578 by Friday noon, December 14 and let her know how many in your family plan to attend. If you have any questions, please feel free to give District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt a call (713) 8642163 or Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek (800) 727-7578. I look forward to seeing you at this meeting. Fraternally, Brian Vanicek
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SPJST Float • Rosebud Christmas Parade (2) SPJST Float • El Campo-Hillje Christmas Parade (6) Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Christmas Party (2) Raymond’s Southern Kitchen, Lorena (2) District One Youth Christmas Social Grand Station, College Station Lodge 51, Ellinger Christmas Party (1) Lodge 182, Falls County Christmas Party A-1 Buffet, Waco (2) SPJST Float • Belton Christmas Parade (2) SPJST Float • Killeen Christmas Parade (2) Lodge 80, Holland Christmas Party (2) Lodge 91, Crosby Christmas Party Golden Corral, Baytown (5) Lodge 183, Arlington Christmas Party (3) Lodge 204, Stephenville Christmas Party Koffee Kup Restaurant, Hico (3) Lodge 9, Snook Christmas Party (1) Lodge 4, Hallettsville Christmas Party (6) Lodge 18, Elgin Christmas Dance (2) Lodge 28, East Bernard Christmas Social (6) Lodge 30, Taiton Christmas Party (6) Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Christmas Party (6) Lodge 47, Seaton Christmas Party (2) Lodge 48, Beyersville Christmas Party (2) Lodge 76, Wichita Falls Christmas Party Luby’s • Wichita Falls (4) Lodge 84, Dallas Christmas Party (3) Lodge 87, Temple Christmas Social (2) Lodge 92, Fort Worth Youth Christmas Program (3) Lodge 155, Austin Christmas Social (2) Lodge 187, Round Rock Christmas Dinner (2) Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station Christmas Party (1) Lodge 202, Jourdanton Christmas Party (7) Lodge 151, Wharton Christmas Social/Meeting (6) Wharton Depot Museum Lodge 157, Lubbock Christmas Party (4) 50 Yard Line Restaurant Lodge 20, Granger Christmas Party (2) Lodge 177, Academy Christmas Social (2) Lodge 32, Victoria Christmas Social (6) Lodge 179, Warrenton Christmas Dinner (1) SPJST Float • Hawley Christmas Parade (4) Lodge 67, Schulenburg Christmas Party Schulenburg Community Center (1) Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Christmas Party (7) Merger Meeting: Lodges 81, Needville; 175, Rosenberg (5) Lodge 88, Houston Blue Room Christmas Party (5) Lodge 133, San Antonio Christmas Luncheon Good Shepherd Lutheran Activity Center (7) Lodge 6, Cottonwood New Year’s Eve Party (3)
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From the President’s Department
December Fraternal Updates
Early Deadline Due to the early date for the Awards Banquet which will take place at the Mayborn Civic and Convention Center in Temple on January 26, 2013, your nomination form for the Fraternalist of the Year will be due in the office of the State Fraternal Activities Coordinator on December 14, 2012. The eligibility, description of the awards, and program procedure was included in a separate mailing in the month of October. Please review the information pertaining to the nomination prior to selecting your candidate. If you need another form, you may go online to spjst.org and download the form or you may contact Tammy at the Home Office. All information submitted pertaining to the nominee should cover activities for the past year only. Should you have any questions, please feel free to call me or drop me an email. All other deadline dates remain the same. They are: • January 2, 2013—New Officers (address, phone listing and email) • January 11, 2013—Fraternal Incentive Report (Year-End and YearEnd Fraternal Support and Community Services) Report • February 15, 2013—Outgoing Officer Awards • May 15, 2013—990 and 990-T to IRS and copy to Home Office
100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive The 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive will continue through March. All members are encouraged to give their support as you have in the past. Through your generous donations, SPJST has been able to continue to provide scholarships to members who wish to further their education. Donations of any amount will be accepted and added to the general scholarship fund that is maintained by the Home Office. No amount is too small or too large. The deadline for submitting applications for the SPJST Scholarship is Friday, February 1, 2013. Any student (high school seniors and college undergraduates) who have not previously received a scholarship are eligible to apply. For an SPJST General Scholarship or Leadership Grant application and complete guidelines, please call the SPJST Home Office (800) 727-7578 or (254) 773-1575 or visit www.spjst.com.
Fraternal Alliance of Texas Bowling Tournament and Silent Auction Start making your plans now to be in New Braunfels, Texas, on Saturday, February 9, 2013, at Fiesta Lanes, located at 1202 Huisache Avenue (behind HEB-Walnut Street) for the Ninth Annual FAOT (Fraternal Alliance Of Texas) Bowling Tournament to raise funds for scholarships. All lodges and/or members are encouraged to bring an item for the silent auction which will be held in conjunction with the bowling tournament to raise additional funds. Those who participated in past years will testify that it was a fun day filled with lots of fraternalism shared by all while raising money for a worthy cause. Teams again this year will consist of five members - any combination of men and women. Registration will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday with bowling starting at 12 noon. A handicap of 80 percent of 200 per game will be added to the total score following the completion of the third game. All teams are encouraged to pre-register by February 1. Visit www.spjst.org for additional details. Congratulations to Cullen Hairrell of Lodge 9, Snook in District One and Jessica Fucik of Lodge 30, Taiton in District Six as 2012 SPJST winners in the Fraternal Alliance Of Texas scholarships. Twenty students representing 10 active fraternals in Texas were named recipients of scholarships at the conclusion of the 112th FAOT Convention held at Hilton Garden Inn in Temple, Texas, on October 20. With your continued support, next year we aim to present more and possibly bigger scholarships. Progressive “42” Domino Tournament The first SPJST State Tournament of 2013 will take place on January 12. This will be the Progressive “42” Domino Tournament to be hosted by Lodge 6, Cottonwood. Please include in your New Year’s resolution to become actively involved in all state and local lodge activities in 2013. For additional details about the tournament, visit www.spjst.org.
Tarok Tournament The SPJST State Tarok Tournament will be held on February 2, hosted by All participants are encouraged to preregister so we will have some idea as to how many players plan to participate and so we can notify the host lodge how much food they will need to prepare for the noon meal. Non-members will be permitted to participate in all state tournaments. The registration fee for members will be $7 while non-members pay $15. If anyone knows of someone (member or non-member) who would like to participate, please encourage them to submit an entry.
Thanks for the Memories It appears that just yesterday, I assumed the duties of SPJST State Fraternal Activities Coordinator. Through the years as Colleen and I traveled across the state of Texas promoting SPJST, training officers and members, assisting in local lodge fundraisers (peeling potatoes, cooking, and washing dishes), working state tournaments, assisting officers with the necessary paperwork, bringing greetings from the Home Office, or just being there to show appreciation to local members for all they have done to promote SPJST and fraternalism for their lodge and the communities that they serve, we have made many new friends and acquaintances. On return visits, these friendships and acquaintances were reinforced and strengthened. As many of you may or may not have heard, I will be retiring January 1, 2013. The warm welcome we received from all our visits will always be cherished and remembered for a long, long, long time. If we ever have the oppor-
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tunity to be in your area, we look forward to dropping in for a visit just for old time sake, a cup of coffee, iced tea, or whatever else you may have on ice. Again, thank you for the valuable memories that will be with us all the days of our lives. Colleen and I would like to take this special time of year to wish each and every one a Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy, and Prosperous New Year. We are here to help if you need assistance. Please feel free to call me (210) 413-3053, email cejenke@gvec.net, or contact Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez (800) 727-7578 or (254) 773-1575 or email tammym@spjst.com. Your District FAC is also available to assist. They are: District One FAC Kyle Skrabanek (979) 272-3443 District Two FAC Ruth Hanusch (254-) 771-0193 District Three FAC Vicki Sims (214) 763-0341 District Four FAC Sylvia Rollwitz (325) 442-3141 District Five FAC Patricia Bruce (281) 890-4933 District Six FAC Helen Zabransky (361) 798-3347 District Seven FAC Glen Pruski (956) 235-8014
The officers and staff at SPJST wish all our members a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Fraternally submitted, Chester Jenke, FICF State Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—
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SPJST Lodge Se ct ion
Lodge 4 Hallettsville Christmas social Sunday, Dec. 9
Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville met on Sunday, November 11, 2012, at the Legion Tap Room at 3 p.m. with Vice President Annie Vahalik presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by youth members Sarah Siptak and Jonathan Vahalik. Being Veterans Day, Veterans and their families were remembered. Gayenell Chudej read a resolution of sympathy for Julius Pete Hanslik. Welcomed to the meeting was District Six Director Karen Kaspar. Secretary-Treasurer Helen Zabransky read the minutes to the last meeting and gave the financial report. Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus reported. A craft - Christmas door hangers - for the rest home will be made after the meeting. Sarah Siptak re-
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ported on the District Six bowling party. Sunshine Chairman Margaret Smotek reported on bingo at Stevens Convalescent Center. Assisting were Evelyn Holy, Vicky Zak, Gayenell Chudej, and Libbie Balusek. Also, inroom visits were made at Hallettsville Rehab and Nursing Center by Margaret Smotek and Helen Zabransky. FAC Annie Vahalik reported on upcoming activities. On the sick list was Jennifer Hessler. Final plans were made for the December meeting and Christmas social on Sunday, December 9 at the Legion Hall beginning at 11:30 a.m. A meal of fried chicken will be provided by the lodge—with side dishes and desserts to be brought by the members—will be served at 12:30 p.m. Games will be played, and door prizes will be given. The youth club will provide the fruit. Sarah Siptak told the members about Wreaths Across America that her school is taking part in. They will be visiting the Houston National
District Three gives to S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes
George Pauling, District Three S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home Director and SPJST Lodge 66, Waco member, presents a $500 check from SPJST District Three in honor of Lodge 66, Waco to S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes. Accepting the check is District Four Rest Home Director Billy Rollwitz, treasurer of the board.
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Cemetery on December 15. The members voted to purchase a wreath to be placed there. Members also voted to give $100 each to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive, Hallettsville Fire Department, and Manna Food Pantry. Members were informed that the District Six Spring Meeting will be March 3, 2013, and hosted by Lodge 30, Taiton. Election of officers for 2013 was held with all officers being re-elected. Director Kaspar spoke to the members. She was informative and interesting. We enjoyed her visit and the door prizes she brought. Also, thanks for the pocket calendars and calendar magnets. Door prize winners were Annie Vahalik, Shirley Kalmus, Sarah Siptak, Margaret Smotek, Helen Zabransky, Evelyn Holy, and Jonathan Vahalik. Lunch was served, and everyone enjoyed visiting.
Next Meeting—December 9 The next meeting and Christmas social will be Sunday, December 9 at the Legion Hall beginning at 11:30 a.m. At 12:30 p.m., a fried chicken dinner will be served with members asked to bring side dishes and desserts. Games will be played, and door prizes given. We hope to see you there! Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 9, Snook Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 9
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SPJST Lodge 9, Snook met on Wednesday, November 7, 2012. Donnie Hejl called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Colton Orsak led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held for Moody Faust. Ann Schoeneman read the minutes of the last meeting, and they stood approved as read. Bonnie Walker gave the fraternal activities coordinator’s report. David Kovar gave the hall manager’s report. Donnie Victorick gave the treasurer’s report. Marie Shelfer gave the youth club report. There were 37 youth and 17 adults present. The youth voted to send $50 to Twin City Mission. For Make a Difference Day, our youth club will make a difference in the lives of 60 kids around the world. Thanks for all the donations to Operation Christmas Child. On December 2, the youth will help Radio Mash with toys for the needy. District One will have its Christmas party at Grand Station on Friday, December 7 from 11 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. We accepted two new members. The next meeting will be Sunday, December 9. The adult meeting will be at 2 p.m., and the youth club will meet at 3 p.m. The potluck meal will be served at 5 p.m. Meat will be provided. Program will follow and Santa will visit. Come out for food, fun, and fellowship.
District Three Supports Helping Hands
2012 District Three King Dustin Motley and District Three Queen Reagan Langer, both of Lodge 25, Ennis, present Judy Hejny of Helping Hands with a check on behalf of District Three.
—Submitted by Margaret Krajca
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The same officers as last year with one addition—adding Shelia Orsak as an assistant youth leader—will serve in 2013. Officers are: President Donnie Hejl Vice President Bonnie Walker Secretary Ann Schoeneman Treasurer Donnie Victorick Reporter James Schoeneman Youth Leader Marie Shelfer Assistant Youth Leaders Sharon Kovar and Shelia Orsak
James Schoeneman, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 20, Granger Christmas party Tuesday, Dec. 11
SPJST Lodge 20, Granger will hold its Christmas party on Tuesday, December 11, 2012, at 6 p.m. at the lodge hall in downtown Granger. A meal will be served; meat and drinks furnished. Each family is asked to bring two dishes - salad, vegetable, or dessert. All members and their families are invited to attend and enjoy fellowship through their membership in SPJST.
Door prizes will be given away. Again, mark your calendar and plan to get together for good food and fellowship. If you have any questions, please call (512) 859-2765. Rubie Loessin, Secretary —SPJST—
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Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard meets Sunday, Dec. 9
Dear Members, At 12 noon, this next Sunday, the 9th of December, Lodge Karel Jonas will convene its Christmas social/meeting in the Community Room of the East Bernard Branch Library, located at 746 Clubside Drive, to celebrate the season. The fare for the meal will be a gobbler roasted by
Lodge 6, Cottonwood Supports Community, Czech Organizations
At the Lodge 6, Cottonwood Appreciation Dinner on November 11, 2012, the Charitable Contribution Committee presented checks to several groups. LEFT PHOTO: Selby Holder, right, presents a check to Ricky Adams of West League Booster Club. PHOTO 2: Selby Holder,
right, presents a check to Laurel Parker of West Sokol. PHOTO 3: Don Urbanovsky, right, presents a check to Robert Zahirniak of West VFW. RIGHT PHOTO: Don Urbanovsky, right, presents a check to Ernest Bezdek of Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange.
LEFT PHOTO: West Fire Department Chief George Nors accepts a check from, second from left to right, Irene Peterson, Kim Seith, and Georgie Soukup.
RIGHT PHOTO: Ladies, left to right, Kim Seith, Irene Peterson, and Georgie Soukup present a check to Tristan McCartney of West Public Library.
—Submitted by Dorothy Kucera, Reporter
LEFT PHOTO: Georgie Soukup, right, presents a check to La Veta Williams of Art of McLennan County. PHOTO 2: Don Urbanovsky, right, presents a check to Tristan McCartney of Boy Scouts of America Rain-
bow Room. PHOTO 3: Don Urbanovsky presents a check to Johnnie Krizan for the Czech Heritage Museum. RIGHT PHOTO: Don Urbanovsky presents a check to Evelyn Muehlstein of West Senior Center.
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Glenn and Jeanette Kaminsky with members planning to attend being asked to bring side dishes and/or desserts if they can. The November meeting was convened at 12 noon with a Pledge of Allegiance remembering our departed members and service members with grace being given by Glenn Kaminsky. A recess was taken for the meal of a roasted ham by Glenn Kaminsky with many very good side dishes and desserts brought by members. After sufficient time to eat, the meeting was re-convened whereby the minutes and treasurer’s report were read and approved as read. At this time, the floor was given to District Six Director Karen Kaspar for her report. After this, several motions were made and passed. One of the motions dealt with donations for the year. They were to SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm; Czech Heritage Museum; SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive; Cub Scout Pack 109, Beasley; Senior Citizens Organization of East Bernard; Child Protective Services of Wharton County, and S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2, Needville. Those who served in 2012 were reelected to serve in 2013. They are: President Joe Nezval, FIC Vie President Glenn Kaminsky, FIC Secretary/FAC Helen A. Kelner Treasurer A.J. “Tony” Kelner
Officers were sworn in by Director
Kaspar. We wish to thank Director Kaspar for visiting with us and bringing nice door prizes. Two birthdays were acknowledged. They were Jessica Kelner Ohl and Helen A. Kelner. We wish them many happy returns.
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P P P Presenting 2013 Officers P P P SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville
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Next Meeting—December 9 To the faithful: Set your alarms this next Sunday morning - the 9th, plan to attend, see you before noon, and this writer remains . . . Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, FIC President —SPJST—
Lodge 32, Victoria Christmas social Thursday, Dec. 13
Reminding everyone of the Christmas social on Thursday, December 13, 2012. We’ll meet at 6 p.m. and serve promptly at 6:30 p.m. The lodge will provide ham, coffee, tea, and bread. We are asking each family to bring a side dish or dessert – if you want to bring both or two sides, that’s fine, too! In addition to the dishes, we are asking for canned and/or non-perishable goods to be donated to VCAM. Please give from the bottom of your heart – this is a time of year when
P P P Presenting 2013 Officers P P P SPJST Lodge 28, East Bernard
District Six Director Karen Kaspar, far right, reads the oath of office to the 2013 Lodge 28, East Bernard officers. Officers are, left to right, Vice President Glenn Kaminsky, President Joe Nezval, Secretary Helen Kelner, and Treasurer Tony Kelner. Officers were elected and installed on November 10. The lodge is looking forward to new ideas and new members.
Lodge 4, Hallettsville officers for 2013 are, left to right, Youth Leader Shirley Kalmus, Reporter Patsy Zabransky, Secretary-Treasurer Helen Zabransky, Vice President/Fraternal Activities Coordinator Annie Vahalik, and President Joe Siptak.
VCAM is really needed. Of course, they take care of so many all year long – but the holidays are truly a time of need. Don’t forget—December 13 at 6 p.m.—music provided by Al Haisler. Fraternally, Kathy Ahlstrom FAC/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 35, Elk meets Sunday, Dec. 16
Lodge 35, Elk, Texas, held its meeting on Sunday, November 11, 2012. President Randy Pavelka called the meeting to order at 3:21 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by members and guests. A moment of silence was held in memory of our deceased soldiers. Our veteran members were recognized for their service to our country. Thank you for giving your time to help protect our country. They are Fred Kubitza, Jr., Billy Kubitza, Richard Brewer, and Gene Edward Pavelka. Secretary Carla Pavelka was not able to attend the meeting so the minutes of the November meeting were not read. Treasurer Barbara Pavelka read her report, and it was approved as read. Floor Chairman Gene Pavelka reported a good month.
Bar Chairman Randy Pavelka gave his report. The new ceiling has been finished, and it looks so much better. Thank you, Jason Breton, for a job well done. Fred Kubitza was nominated for the 2012 SPJST Fraternalist of the Year for Lodge 35. District Three Director Johnnie Krizan was our guest at the meeting. He presented a certificate of appreciation from the Waco Fire Department for our donation towards a defibrillator that helped to save a life at the McLennan County Court House in Waco, Texas. Johnnie also spoke to the members about various items. We are always glad to have him come to our meeting anytime. A motion was made by Walter Kubitza to elect the same slate of officers, and the motion was seconded by Gene Pavelka. Motion carried so our officers for 2013 year are: President Randy Pavelka Vice President Fred Kubitza, Jr. Secretary Carla Pavelka Treasurer Barbara Pavelka Reporter Janie Brewer Auditors Billy Kubitza and Walter Kubitza
Next Meeting—December 16 A motion was made by Fred Kubitza to change the next meeting to Sunday, December 16 at 4 p.m. Richard Brewer seconded the motion, and it carried. We will also install officers at this meeting.
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We had a drawing for door prizes donated by Johnnie. Thank you for bringing door prizes to our meeting. It is nice to win one of the prizes. The meeting was adjourned at 4:26 p.m. We all enjoyed a fried chicken dinner with all the trimmings. Fraternally yours, Janie Brewer, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 39, Bryan supports local fire department
Dear Readers, Lodge 39, Bryan held its meeting on November 11, 2012. We had a wonderful meal of turkey and dressing made by Lillie O’Shields. Thanks, Lil, and you’re a great cook! We had all the fixings, too. We were joined by two special guests from the local fire department. We all presented them with their donation checks. They were
Happy 65th Birthday, Jesse Daddy - Grandpa!
We hope you have a wonderful birthday! We love you!
Linda, Cristy and Mike, Tammy, Brandon and Hailey and Kaitlyn and Collin
very thankful and said the donation would be very useful. Lodge members enjoyed the very nice visit from them. (Pictures and names to follow next month). President Wade O’Shields called our meeting to order. All officers were present. We had no old business. New business was planning our Christmas party and meeting. With no other business, the meeting was adjourned. We played 88 dominoes, and the ladies won. Please come out and join us for our Christmas meeting. Check your Vestnik for time. Call for directions (979) 272-1216. Again, pictures of the fireman and fire truck will follow next month so be looking for them. Sincerely, Binnie Roesler, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 9
The meeting of SPJST Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje was called to order by President Allen Bacak at 2 p.m., Sunday, November 18, 2012. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited then a moment of silence was observed for the deceased, ill, and for all our United States Armed Forces. Roll was called, and all officers except one were present. All trustees except one were present. Sheldon Holub made a motion which was seconded by J.C. Kocurek to accept the minutes as written in the Vestnik. Treasurer’s report was read by Sheldon Holub due to the absence of the treasurer. FAC Josephine Bacak thanked the ladies who helped her in the kitchen. She also thanked Carmen Kocurek for being the greeter. Josephine gave the snack bar report. She reported that the next meeting will be our Christmas party on December 9 at 12 p.m. It will be a catered meal, and the members are to bring desserts. She would like everyone who is coming to RSVP so she would know how many plates to order. Also, The Czech Mates will be playing. Youth leader’s report was given by Cathy Garcia.
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P P P Presenting 2013 Officers P P P SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena
SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena elected 2013 officers at its quarterly meeting on November 7, 2012. New officers were installed by District Four Director Billy Rollwitz, far left. Pictured, second from left to right are Secretary Beverly Teplicek, Treasurer Laura Pospichal, President Nancy Schwertner, and Vice President/FAC Sylvia Rollwitz.
Bingo report was given by Sheldon Holub. Sheldon Holub and J.C. Kocurek, sales agents, gave their reports. J.C. Kocurek mowed the grass. There was no old or new business. Officers elected for 2013 were: President Jerry Gensler Vice President Delia Floyd Secretary Josephine Brandt Treasurer Diane Seaman FAC Josephine Bacak Youth Leader Cathy Garcia
Trustees J.C. Kocurek, Carmen Kocurek Sheldon Holub, Brenda Cox
District Six Director Karen Kaspar and Fraternal Field Manager Delisle Doherty were our guest speakers. The meeting adjourned at 3:20 p.m. Fraternally, Josephine Brandt —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 9
Dear Members, The officers and members of Lodge 47, Seaton wish all of you a Merry Christmas. We invite you, as members of Lodge 47, to our annual Christmas party which will be held on Sunday, December 9. The afternoon will begin at 3 p.m. with a memorial service in memory of our 2012 deceased members. Youth club members will perform a Christmas skit, followed by all youth participating in singing a favorite, “Here Comes Santa Claus.” I sure hope they will sing loud for Santa to make a visit! Prior to the meal, members will be able to meet and greet new friends as well as visit with old ones. A delicious meal of turkey, sausage, dressing, and all the trimmings will be served. Those attending are asked to bring a side dish and a dessert. Special guests, officers of 2012, and the upcoming 2013 officers will be introduced. We are always blessed to have such a nice turnout with such good food. Hope to see you all on December 9 at 3 p.m. Enjoy the holidays and be safe. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 48 Beyersville Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 9
SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville will host an ol’ fashioned Christmas party on Sunday, December 9, 2012, at Beyersville SPJST Hall. Social hour is from 4 to 5 p.m. Meal will be served at 5 p.m., and the program begins at 6 p.m. The lodge will provide a spaghetti and lasagna meal including garden salad and garlic bread. Members are asked to bring snacks or desserts. Other activities include caroling, Santa, and fruit bags for children. Please bring dominoes and/or cards and enjoy socializing with others among the beautiful Christmas decorations. We ask that you please RSVP, if attending, by Thursday, December 6. This will help us with our meal count and the number of fruit bags for the children. Don’t forget your cameras for pictures with Santa! Please RSVP by Thursday, December 6 to Ruth Wuensche (512) 365-3013. —SPJST—
Lodge 79 Corpus Christi Christmas party Saturday, Dec. 15
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi will have a combined Christmas party with Sokol Corpus Christi on Saturday, December 15, 2012, at Sokol Hall, located at 5502 Kostoryz Road in Corpus Christi, Texas. Doors open at 3 p.m., followed by a short program and a potluck meal. Members and guests are asked to bring enough food to feed their family. Santa will make an appearance after the meal. Fraternally, Mark Rebecek, President —SPJST—
Lodge 80, Holland Christmas party Saturday, Dec. 8
SPJST Lodge 80, Holland will hold its annual Christmas party and monthly meeting on Saturday, December 8, 2012, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the lodge hall. Installation of officers by District Two Director Jesse Pospisil
P P P Presenting 2013 Officers P P P SPJST Lodge 184, Moulton
Lodge 184, Moulton’s monthly meeting and annual holiday social was held Wednesday, November 14, 2012, at the Moulton lodge hall. The business meeting was conducted by President Elmer Michna. Guests welcomed were District Six Director Karen Kaspar and husband Leroy and past District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom and wife Kathy. Current officers were re-elected for 2013. District Six Director Karen Kaspar, pictured far left, installed the officers. All members then enjoyed a delicious stew supper. Officers are, second from left to right, President Elmer Michna, Vice President Terry Stevenson, Secretary Gaye Nell (Duckie) Baetz, and Treasurer Johnnie Hoffman.
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Lodge 88, Houston Recognizes Veterans
Lodge 88, Houston honored its Veterans at the November monthly meeting. Pictured, left to right, are Jimmy Heinsohn, Dennis Roeder, Mel Beyer, Sydney Jurchak, Gene Barcak, Leander Pflughaupt, and Eldon Bailey. —Submitted by JoAnn Buri 
will follow a brief business meeting. A fried chicken dinner will be provided. Everyone is asked to dress in a “festive holiday” outfit. Prizes will be awarded. Holland Youth Club will provide music. Santa is planning on visiting with us also. We hope everyone comes and enjoys the Christmas fun. Fraternally, Rita Spinn, President —SPJST—
Lodge 81 Needville meets Sunday, Dec. 16
We will have ham at our next meal on Sunday, December 16, 2012. Bradley Stavinoha will pick up a honey-baked ham. Tom Stavinoha said that he will buy homemade chicken noodle soup that the KC’s next door will be selling, so we can have soup with our meal. Many thanks to these volunteers. Members, please bring a side dish and a dessert. See you at the next meeting. Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 9
Dear Readers, Don’t forget Lodge 84’s annual Christmas party is this Sunday, December 9! Doors open and fellowship begins at 4 p.m. Dinner will be served at 5 p.m. with entertainment to follow. All members are asked to bring a side dish and a dessert to share with everyone. I also heard from a certain elf that Santa Claus may be dropping by to double-check his naughty and nice list. I hope you have been good this year! So please make plans to come by and enjoy an afternoon of fun, food, and fellowship with your fellow members, and who knows, you might even get a chance to sit on Santa’s lap! Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan, Secretary —SPJST—
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Lodge 87, Temple Christmas social Sunday, Dec. 9
Lodge 87, Temple invites all members to a Christmas social in conjunction with our December meeting on Sunday, December 9, 2012, beginning at 2 p.m. at the lodge hall. Please bring a non-gender gift of not more than $10 to exchange. Come out and enjoy good fellowship, snacks, gift exchange, and other activities. We are also conducting a membership drive for our youth program. SPJST has one of the best youth programs. Our youth experience summer camp, scholarships, skating parties, and leadership training - just to name a few activities. In addition to being a member of the lodge, the life insurance programs are among the best as well. So parents and grandparents, if you know any child who would like to experience the fun and excitement of being a member of our youth club, please contact Youth Leader Jennifer Davidson (254) 405-5168 or myself Hiram Dixon (254) 231-7722. Come on out and have a great time at Lodge 87, Temple! Fraternally, Hiram Dixon, President —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston scholarship application deadline approaching
Attention all Lodge 88, Houston graduating seniors! The deadline for our Lodge 88 scholarship is December 31, 2012. Please email carolhavemann@yahoo.com or contact Carolyn at the lodge office for an application. Fraternally, Carol Havemann, Chairman Scholarship Committee —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston Blue Room party Sunday, Dec. 16
Please join us for a fun afternoon of dancing and dining with your friends to the music of The Ennis Czech Boys at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston’s Chandelier Ballroom on Sunday, December 16, 2012, from 2 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person and includes a steak dinner, drinks, and dancing. Reservations must be made and paid by December 10. No tickets will be sold at the door. For reservations, please call (713) 869-5767 Monday through Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. (Sorry, but no one under 21 may be admitted to the party.) Fraternally, Carol Stayton —SPJST—
Lodge 91, Crosby invites members of recently merged lodge to Dec. 8 Christmas party
Dear Members, On Saturday, October 13, 2012, members of Lodge 65, Crosby and Lodge 91, Crosby met for a specialcalled meeting to determine the future course of their two lodges. After careful consideration, mutual decisions were made to merge the two lodges and to retain the Lodge 91 number. Members of the recently merged lodge will meet on Saturday, December 8, 2012, at 11 a.m. at Golden Corral in Baytown for their annual lodge Christmas party. An official retirement of the Lodge 65, Crosby number by SPJST officials will take place during the celebration. The lodge meeting will follow, and door prizes will be awarded. SPJST is a family organization that embodies the idea of service to each other and to the community. Please feel free to extend this invitation to others in your household or friends who are not already members. Please RSVP on or before 12 noon on Friday, December 7 by calling me (281) 627-1375. On behalf of all the officers of Lodge 91, Crosby, I hope to see you there! Fraternally, Will Locke, President —SPJST—
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Lodge 191, Lufkin Supports Lufkin ISD Robotics Club
SPJST Lodge 191, Lufkin donated the use of the lodge hall to Lufkin ISD Robotics Club for an auction fundraiser on October 30, 2012. The team must raise money to help support their club. The fundraiser held at Lodge 191 will help the team with expenses. Pictured above are members of the Lufkin ISD Robotics Club. —Submitted by Alma Breazeale, Secretary
Lodge 92 Fort Worth: hall manager Joyce to retire
Dear Readers, Lodge 92, Fort Worth (National Hall) announces the retirement of Joyce Tesar as hall manager. After Joyce serving almost 33 years in this position, lodge members will not let this event pass without an appropriate send-off. We invite you to a retirement party for Joyce on Sunday, January 6, 2013, during our regular country/western dance from 3 to 7 p.m. The dance will be free of charge to all friends who wish to say goodbye to Joyce. Of course, there will be speeches and other surprises. Fraternally, Lodge 92, Fort Worth Sherrie Kubala Watkins —SPJST—
Lodge 92 Fort Worth sets December activities
Breakfast and Christmas bag preparation by volunteers is on Sunday, December 9 beginning at 9 a.m. Traditional Christmas desserts will be served at 5 p.m. followed by youth Christmas program and gift exchange with Santa Claus. Fraternally, Al Kercho, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 133 San Antonio Christmas lunch Sunday, Dec. 16
Christmas is near! Lodge 133, San Antonio will hold its Christmas luncheon on Sunday, December 16, 2012, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Activity Center, located at 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio, Texas 78210. Registration begins at 12 noon, and lunch will be served at 12:20 p.m. A complete ham dinner with trimmings and dessert will be catered by the lodge. Christmas party will follow. We want to make sure we have enough food for everyone. If you are a member who does not regularly attend
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our functions, please call Vicki Reese (210) 698-1525 or Jarolyn Popp (830) 214-5228 to RSVP. If no one answers, please leave a voice message. We look forward to seeing you on December 16! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Lodge 133! Fraternally, Jarolyn Popp, President —SPJST—
Lodge 142 Houston meets Sunday, Dec. 9
The meeting of SPJST Lodge 142, Houston was called to order on November 11, 2012, by President Keith Kieschnick at 2 p.m. after our Thanksgiving lunch served at 1 p.m. Flag Bearer Gunnar Owens led the members with the Pledge of Allegiance. The minutes were read and accepted. All officers’ and committee reports were read. Officer elections for 2013 will be held at the next meeting on December 9 at 2 p.m. FAC reported that a Christmas Open House will be held on December 3 in Temple. Our Veterans were recognized Emil Kutra and Jack Manchack. Wives of Veterans present were Rita Hermis, Mary Wunderlich, and Rosie Malota (her husband Jerome Malota passed away on November 11 - 15 years ago on November 11 this year). November birthdays were Gracie Owens - 10 years on the 6th; Carita Felbermayr - 51 years on the 29th; and Mary Ann Kieschnick 67 years on the 15th. November anniversaries were celebrated by Nelson and Alice Jochen - 62 years on the 4th; Jack and Catherine Manchack - 37 years on the 22nd; and Steve and Jo Dein Roznovsky - 56 years on the 12th. Capsule door prize winner was Lawrence Schilhab. The meeting adjourned.
Next Meeting—December 9 The next meeting is Sunday, December 9 at 2 p.m.; lunch served at 1 p.m. Important meeting - election of officers! We hope to see you there. Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 151 Wharton meets Monday, Dec. 10
SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton will hold its quarterly meeting and Christmas social on Monday, December 10, 2012, at the Wharton Depot Museum, located at 100 Sunset Street in Wharton. A catered turkey and dressing meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. Please call Carolyn Bucek (979) 532-1910 before Monday, December 5 if you plan to attend so she can make arrangements for the food. Please bring your favorite dessert to share with others. The presentation of 50-year pins will take place after the meal. Fiftyyear pins will be awarded to Leroy Grigar, Jr., Jeannette J. Macha, Dale A. Sikora, and Charles Svec, Jr. Members of the recipients’ families are invited to attend as guests. The election of officers for 2013 will be held. Please volunteer to take an office. We will be giving non-perishable foods to share in Wharton. Please be generous and bring these items to the meeting. Examples: flour, sugar, canned goods, cereal, peanut butter, powdered milk, juice, etc. Members with birthdays in October, November, and December will be honored. We look forward to seeing you there. Fraternally, Janie Bucek, Secretary/FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 155, Austin Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 9
Dear Members, We invite you to join us at Lodge 155, Austin’s annual Christmas party social and meal on Sunday, December 9, 2012, at Pok-e-Jo’s, located at 2121 Parmer Lane in Austin, Texas, from 1 to 4 p.m. Please RSVP by Wednesday, December 5 to Jean Motl (512) 8360205. We hope that you will attend this year’s Christmas party! Happy Thanksgiving! Fraternally, Ginny Prasatik FAC/Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
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P P P Presenting 2013 Officers P P P SPJST Lodge 202, Jourdanton
Lodge 202, Jourdanton members elected officers at their November meeting. District Seven Director Bob Bayer, far left, installed the new officers. 2013 officers are, second from left to right, President James House, Vice President Lloyd House, Secretary Bettie House, Treasurer Valerie Barta, Fraternal Activities Coordinator Mary Ann Barta, Youth Leader Regina House, and Assistant Youth Leader Sandra Hoggard.
Lodge 157 Lubbock Christmas party Monday, Dec. 10
Lodge 157, Lubbock will have a Christmas party on Monday, December 10, 2012, at 6 p.m. at the 50 Yard Line Restaurant in Lubbock. We ask everyone to bring a new, unwrapped toy, button-up children’s shirt, or flip flops for the Shriners Children Hospital. We want to make Christmas pleasant for these children in the hospital during the holiday season. Please share your fraternal spirit and be as generous as you can. RSVP to Cyndy (806) 763-7245 by Saturday, December 8. Fraternally, Cyndy Kristinek, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 177 Academy Christmas social Wednesday, Dec. 12
The regular meeting of SPJST Lodge 177, Academy was called to order at 7:01 p.m. on Wednesday, November 14, 2012, by President Otis Beck. All officers were present. Members stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. The Sunshine Committee reported that currently there is no one on our sick list. What a blessing! The minutes were approved as presented. Correspondence included a thank you letter from Tonya Dickerson with the Salvation Army for our recent $2,000 donation. Committee reports for October, 2012 were presented. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Bill stated that Lodge 177’s next social will be December 12 at 6:30 p.m. at Dynasty Restaurant in combination with our regular meeting. Officers for 2013 will be installed at that time. District Two Director Jesse Pospisil will conduct the installation of the board and officers. Special announcement for our November birthday celebrant Bernice Hutka: Happy birthday to a very special lady! There was no old business.
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New Business Election of 2013 officers and board members was the main order of business. Elected by acclamation were: President Otis Beck Vice President Don McCrea Second Vice President Shirley McCrea Secretary/Reporter Joanne Hutka Treasurer Josie Mitchell FAC Bill Hutka Board of Trustees Bernice Hutka, Josie Mitchell Helen Bland, Don McCrea Bill Hutka, Otis Beck Shirley McCrea
After a motion by Bernice, seconded by Don, the meeting adjourned at 7:24 p.m. Fraternally, Joanne Hutka Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 179 Warrenton meets Thursday, Dec. 13
The meeting location has changed. On Thursday, December 13, 2012, Lodge 179, Warrenton will meet at Orsak’s Cafe in Fayetteville, Texas. Social will start at 6:30 p.m. There will not be a business meeting. ‘Tis the season of giving, so we are gathering canned goods for the needy. Please be generous in your giving and put a smile on someone’s face. :) Ricky Weyand, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 182 Falls County Christmas party Friday, Dec. 7
Lodge 182, Falls County had its meeting on Saturday, November 17, 2012, due to the fact that the nursing homes preferred us to come on a Saturday instead of a Sunday. We gave all the residents of both Elmwood Nursing Home and Golden Years Nursing Home a card and either a banana or an apple for Christmas. We are looking forward to our up-
coming Christmas party on Friday, December 7 at 6:30 p.m. at A-1 Buffet, located at 301 South Valley Mills Drive in Waco, Texas. We will be having our election of officers. There are openings for officer positions. Make plans to be there! Sincerely, DeAnn Beckendorf —SPJST—
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State Fraternalist of the Year Receives National Certificate
District Seven Director Bob Bayer, left, presents Lodge 202, Jourdanton President Lloyd House with a certificate from American Fraternal Alliance in appreciation for outstanding volunteer service and recognition for excellence in support of America’s fraternal benefit societies. —Submitted by, Mary Ann Barta, FAC
Lodge 183 Arlington Christmas party Saturday, Dec. 8
Lodge 183, Arlington’s Christmas party is Saturday, December 8, 2012, at 6 p.m. Supper will be served at 7 p.m. Chinese gift exchange will follow. Amount for gift is $15, and Santa will arrive. (Bring a gift for the child that is in attendance with you for Santa to give to the child.) Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Everyone have a happy and prosperous 2013! Respectfully submitted, Darlene Hollingsworth Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 187 Round Rock Christmas dinner Sunday, Dec. 9
December 9, 2012, will be the next meeting and our Christmas fajita dinner. All are to bring a dessert or a salad. Also, please bring two or more cans of food for the local food pantry. Please check for expired dates. We will have a white elephant gift exchange. Please bring a gift between $9 and $11. Blessings to all, Jennifer McCarthy, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 202, Jourdanton Recognizes Veterans
Lodge 202, Jourdanton members recognized Veterans at the November 4, 2012, meeting. Poems and quotes reminded us of their sacrifices. Veterans present were Connie Joe Popham, United States Army, and Evan Barta, Navy, World War II. Connie Jo was a WAC and is very active in American Legion, serving as post commander. Evan is an active member of VFW Post 6970 in Poteet, Texas.
Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 9
SPJST Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station invites members to its Christmas party on Sunday, December 9, 2012, at 12 noon at The Brazos Center, located at 3232 Briarcrest Drive in Bryan. A turkey and dressing dinner with trimmings, prepared by Rick’s Catering, will be served about 12:30 p.m. Members are asked to bring a dessert to share. We urge all members to attend this annual lodge dinner. For more information, call Henry Mayo (979) 7771426 or Charles Munday (979) 775-7070. Fraternally, Henry Mayo, President —SPJST—
Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy Christmas party Thursday, Dec. 6
Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy will host its Christmas party on Thursday, December 6, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. at Raymond’s Southern Kitchen in Lorena, Texas. Raymond’s is located at Northbound IH-35 Frontage Road. Come enjoy dinner, door prizes,
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games, and a good time! We will also award 10 prizes of $10 Walmart gift cards to lucky attendees. Please bring a wrapped Christmas ornament valued at $5 for a fun exchange game. RSVP to Lodge 200 Treasurer/FAC Nauert by emailing David davidn@vvm.com or calling (254) 534-0809. We look forward to seeing you and celebrating Christmas with you! Fraternally, David Nauert Treasurer/FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 202 Jourdanton Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 9
Sunday, December 9, 2012, is the Christmas party at 1 p.m. at the Jourdanton Community Center. Turkey, ham, and all of the trimmings including dessert will be furnished. Bring unwrapped toys and/or nonperishable food for ACCEPT. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 204 Stephenville Christmas party Saturday, Dec. 8
The officers of Lodge 204, Stephenville met at the Koffee Kup Restaurant on Sunday, November 18 and set the date for the annual Christmas party which will be on December 8 at 1 p.m. at Koffee Kup Restaurant. All members are urged to attend as there will be an election of officers for the coming year. If you would like to serve as an officer or if you have any input to help the lodge grow in the future, you need to be there and have your voice heard. The lodge will pay for the meal so this is your time to get something out of the lodge! The officers hope to see you there and have a merry Christmas. Norman M Kneschk President/Treasurer/Reporter —SPJST—
S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home Directors Meet
S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home Directors met for their quarterly meeting on November 2, 2012, at Rest Home No. 1, Taylor. Items discussed at the meetings include everyday operations, maintenance of the homes, remodeling, Assisted Living, and other items. Pictured, left to right, are Diane Volek, Taylor Administrator Woody Richards, Director Howard Leshikar (District Two), Director/Secretary Lonnie Lostak (District Five), Director Jerry Sijansky (District Seven), Director/Vice President George Pauling (District Three), Director/Treasurer Billy Rollwitz (District Four), Director/Chairman of the Board Donnie Victorick (District One). In back is Charles Bucek (District Six). Not pictured is Needville Administrator Juan Azua.
Dallas Circle of Czech Women— Krouzek Českých Zen
President Deanna Houpy called the meeting to order. She welcomed everyone. Estelle Smith led us in reciting the Pledge of allegiance Please remember to keep Sister Bessie Petr in your prayers. She has been hospitalized recently. Vice President Jeraldine Becan will give her report later. Recording Secretary Carole Faraizl read the minutes of October’s meeting, and they were accepted as read. Treasurer Joyce Ehrenberger gave the October treasurer’s report, and it was accepted as read. Corresponding Secretary Anna Bradberry read a thank you from the American Czech Culture Society for the ad in the Heritage Festival booklet. The Heritage Festival was held October 7 at the State Fair of Texas. Thank you for the continued support in helping preserve the Czech culture and heritage. Membership Chairman Carole Faraizl gave an update that we have 69 members. Deanna Houpy said if you have any
stamps and coupons from Albertson’s for the Cuisinart cookware, please give them to her so we can get a nice gift for bingo. Joyce Ehrenberger said she had a glass dish from Czech Republic that she will donate for bingo. Telephone Committee Evelyn Cechan said all members were called or emailed to remind them of the meeting. Jeraldine Becan sent out a sheet for helpers to sign up for the Christmas party. She also asked if you have angels that can be used in decorations or if you have a favorite one for the table to bring them. Here is the invitation to the Dallas Krouzek Christmas party: Sign-in begins at 11:15 a.m. on Friday, December 7. The noon luncheon is to be catered by David Podhrasky and will consist of roast beef, parsley potatoes,
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green beans, tossed salad, and tea/coffee. Members are asked to bring dessert. You must RSVP with $10.50 per person to Joyce Ehrenberger before November 19. Joyce’s address is 10411 Mapleridge Drive in Dallas, Texas 75228; telephone (214) 3410605. If you wish, you can bring a wrapped $5 gift for the do vyhry. Sunshine Committee Joyce Moore reported that we signed a “thinking of you” card for Bessie Petr and a “happy birthday” card to Henry Cechan. Bessie Tydlaska read the November birthday—Henry Cechan. Evelyn Cechan was Birthday Queen. For December, “Happy Birthday” was sung to the celebrants. Hostess Committee Evelyn Cechan said no hostess was needed for today. President Deanna Houpy said thanks for all the help and for the food for our Thanksgiving luncheon.
Old Business We discussed a bingo supply purchase and a donation from Carole Faraizl. Later after the meeting, Joyce Ehrenberger found the old slide bingo cards in the upstairs room on the stage.
New Business We discussed annual donations. We voted for these: Veterans Hospital in memory of Marie Toberney (automatic per bylaws); Friends of Viarestorations of Czech Republic; and Salvation Army (helps feed the hungry and poor). There will be a food drive in February. Carolyn Nemec led us in the blessing before our luncheon. A motion was made to adjourn, and we adjourned with our motto: “Mejte vzdcky radi.” The do vyhry gifts were drawn and handed out. We enjoyed a traditional Thanksgiving luncheon. See you at the Christmas luncheon on December 7. Evelyn Cechan, Reporter —SPJST—
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In Memory of Lloyd Goehring
In Memoriam
Expression of Sympathy
SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis officers and members extend their deepest sympathy to the family and friends of MILTON DOUGLAS “DOUG” MARTINEK. Milton Douglas “Doug” Martinek, 55, passed away in Ennis, Texas, on Thursday, November 15, 2012. Doug was born in Ennis on February 6, 1957, to Milton W. and Nadine (Honza) Martinek. He grew up in Ennis and graduated from Ennis High School in 1975. He worked as a carpenter. His careers also included working at Ennis Furniture, Ennis Livestock Auction, Ellis Doug Martinek County Livestock Auction, and Ennis Feed Store. He was a member of St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, KJT, SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis, and RVOS Lodge 51. He enjoyed carpentry and working with his hands. He loved his family, his dogs, and farm life in general. He is survived by sisters Linda Trojacek, Doreen Honza, Peggy Aaron, and Nancy Martinek; sister-in-law Debbie Martinek; and 13 very special nieces and nephews, whom he loved greatly: Sheila Motley, Sandra Slovak, Randy Trojacek (godson), Julie Thornton, Bryan Honza, Christina Reyna, James Aaron, Tiffany Aaron, Derek Martinek, Donese Martinek, Cynthia Kovar, Daniel Price, and Staci Price; and several special great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents; parents; and brother Dennis Martinek. Visitation was Sunday, November 18 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. with rosary at 7:30 p.m. at J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel of Ennis. Mass of Christian burial was Monday, November 19 at 10 a.m. at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church of Ennis with Father John Dick as celebrant. Pallbearers were Randy Trojacek, Bryan Honza, Biff Thornton, Daniel Reyna, James Aaron, Derek Martinek, Daniel Price, and Robert Kovar. Interment followed in St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc. Memorials may be made in Doug’s
name to the American Diabetes Association or the American Cancer Society. With deepest sympathy, Betty Macalik Financial Secretary Lodge 25, Ennis —SPJST—
Resolution of Sympathy
SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis officers and members extend their deepest sympathy to the family and friends of FRANCES MARTIN, age 88, who passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2012, in Ennis, Texas. Frances was born in Kemp, Texas, on April 7, 1924 to Houston and Leona (Howard) Duff. She grew up in Kemp and graduated from Kemp High School in Frances Martin 1941. On June 29, 1951, she married John O. Martin. They made their home in Tyler until 1961 when they moved to Ennis. She worked for McCarty, Mash and Wilson, Attorneys at Law, for several years as a secretary, for Coldwell Bankers as an agent, and for Prosperity Bank as a receptionist. She was a member of the St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church and SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis. She is survived by sons Edward Martin and wife Carol, and John Martin and wife Kim, all of Ennis; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband John O. Martin on June 3, 1988; and one sister. Visitation was on Tuesday, November 27 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at J.E. Keever Mortuary of Ennis. Graveside service was held on Wednesday, November 28 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Cemetery Mausoleum under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc. With deepest sympathy, Betty Macalik Financial Secretary Lodge 25, Ennis —SPJST—
In Memory of Adelle Marek
Adelle Marek, age 98 years, seven months, and 14 days, traveled to her heavenly home on November 7, 2012. She was born March 24, 1914, to the late Leopold and Anna Jan. She was a homemaker who enjoyed collecting recipes and Christian song music. The Lord was her life. She was an active member of the Adelle Marek Six-Mile Presbyterian Church until her illness prevented her from attending. Adelle was a member of SPJST Lodge 141, Sealy. She is survived by daughter Annette Baker and husband Darrell of Port Lavaca; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Adelle was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years Rudolph John Marek, who was a carpenter; sisters Rosie Kalina, Emily Teykl, Marcella Sabrsula, and Leontina Jan; and brothers Orville, Alvin, Emil, and Lumir Jan. Visitation was held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, November 9 at RichardsonColonial Funeral Home. Funeral services were at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 8 at Six-Mile Presbyterian Church with Bruce Goodlock, CRE officiating. Burial followed at SixMile Cemetery. Pallbearers were Marvin and Gene Marek, Frank Teykl, Perry Geryk, John Kabela, and Danny Jan. Honorary pallbearers were Anna Kabela, Freda Eskew, Lorene Pustejovsky, Mary Allison, and Odette Wardlaw. Memorials may be made to SixMile Presbyterian Church; Six-Mile Cemetery Association; or Hospice of South Texas. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.richardsoncolonial.com. —SPJST—
Lloyd Goehring, age 83, of La Grange and Ledbetter passed away on November 12, 2012, at St. Mark’s Medical Center in La Grange. He was born on February 1, 1929, in Fayette County, the son of Walter and Elsa Schultz Goehring. He was baptized September 22, 1929, and Lloyd Goehring confirmed September 6, 1942, by Reverend Carl Baer. He married Joan Sue Hannes on November 27, 1951, by Pastor Emghbroff at Martin Luther Lutheran Church in Giddings. After attending school in Walhalla and Round Top-Carmine, Lloyd moved to Houston and began his working career at Schuhmacher Company and then later with Railway Express. He then graduated from the Houston Police Academy on July 17, 1954, and served as a Houston Police Officer until his retirement. Lloyd then returned home to Fayette County and began work as a Fayette County Deputy under Sheriff Jim Flournoy on January 1, 1978. In November 1978, he was elected Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1, Fayette County and re-elected in 1982. In 1986, he was elected Constable Precinct 1, Fayette County and served until full retirement in 1992. Lloyd continued to be involved in the cattle business at his family farm in Ledbetter as well as enjoying gardening, hunting, fishing especially spending quality time with his five grandsons. Lloyd was a member and past chairman of Waldeck Lutheran Church. He served as president of Ledbetter Cemetery Association for 19 years and the Bell Settlement Cemetery Association. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 179, Warrenton. He was also a Fayette County member of CAPCOG police officer training committee, member of Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association and the North Central Fayette County Wildlife Coop. He served as a volunteer for Fayette County Fair Association, Fayette County Child Welfare Board, and was a member of Fayette County unit of the American Cancer Society, where he also was a
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volunteer driver for cancer patients. Lloyd is survived by his wife of 60 years Joan Sue; sons and daughters-inlaw Glenn and Jane Goehring of Brenham, and Ray and Cindy Goehring of La Grange; grandsons Lee Goehring of College Station, Josh Goehring and wife Miranda of Giddings, A.J. Goehring of Navasota, Brady Goehring and fiancé Jennifer Blend of Waco, and Cody Goehring of Stephenville; step-grandsons Randy Fulton and Cory Fulton; sister-in-law Mary Lou Goehring of La Grange; nieces Brenda George, Sybil Wright, and Elsa Rooks; and nephews Karl Goehring, and Randy and Bobby Beck. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Lester Goehring; an infant daughter; and an infant granddaughter. Visitation was held Wednesday, November 14 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Fayette Memorial Funeral Home in La Grange. The family received visitors 5 to 7 p.m. A prayer service followed at 7 p.m. Funeral service was held on Thursday, November 15 at 2 p.m. at Waldeck Lutheran Church. Interment followed at Ledbetter Cemetery. Pallbearers were Lee Goehring, Josh Goehring, A.J. Goehring, Brady Goehring, Cody Goehring, Karl Goehring, Norman Schultz, and Rodney Read. Memorial contributions may be made to Waldeck Lutheran Church Memorial Guild; Ledbetter Volunteer Fire Department; or Hospice Brazos Valley. Fayette Memorial Funeral Home was in charge arrangements. Respectfully submitted, Ora Lee Levien, Treasurer —SPJST—
SPJST Youth Resolution of Sympathy
SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis officers and members extend their deepest sympathy to the family and friends ANTON “TONY” JOSEPH PAVLICEK, III, age 67, who passed away in Ennis, Texas on November 22, 2012. Tony was born in Ennis, Texas to Anton J. and Pauline (Salik) Pavlicek, Jr. He grew up in Ennis and graduated from St. John High School. He served with the Tony Pavlicek, III National Guard for several years. He worked for Ennis Business Forms until 1989 when he retired at 44. He was a member of St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church where he served as an usher for several years, KJT, SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis, and Knights of Columbus. He was an accomplished accordionist. He enjoyed the outdoors and outdoor sports. He is survived by numerous aunts; cousins; and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents; and parents. Visitation was held on Monday, November 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. at J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel of Ennis with rosary at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian burial was on Tuesday, November 27 at 10 a.m. in St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church of Ennis with Father John Dick as celebrant. Interment followed in St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc. With deepest sympathy, Betty Macalik Financial Secretary Lodge 25, Ennis —SPJST—
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State Youth Director’s December updates
Dear Youth Leaders, I hope you and your family enjoyed Thanksgiving. As we rap up 2012, “no pun intended,” we see all the blessings within our SPJST Youth Program. Christmas Day will be upon us very soon and even now your youth are having visions of sugar-plums dancing in their heads and of course Ol’ Saint Nicholas who will soon be there. You will be hard at work preparing for your December meeting and all your other activities. I wish you and your family an amazing Christmas, and thank you, leaders, for the wonderful work you do with our SPJST youth. I hope everything is going well for you and your youth club. Looking back on 2012, it was an impressive year for the youth program. Any time you and your youth are able to make a positive difference in the life of an individual, family, or on a community, that’s an amazing accomplishment. We did that numerous times this year. I hope that everyone keeps up the great work in the weeks and months to come and keeps the program strong into 2013! In my last letter, I asked you to challenge your youth to help a family or collect food for a local food pantry. Thank you for your email responses telling me what projects your youth will be working on in their community. You make a big difference in the lives of our youth. If there is anything that I can do to help you and your youth club, please let me know.
Youth Leaders’ Retreat Plans are for the retreat to start on Saturday, March 9 at 10 a.m. at Hilton Garden Inn in Temple. Youth leaders may choose to stay overnight and leave
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The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to:
SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: (254) 773-8087
Email: melaniez@vvm.com
Questions? Call (800) 727-7578
Sunday, March 10. I am working on lining up a guest speaker for our meeting and having Business Development/Marketing Manager Don Strickland speak to you about marketing strategies in promoting our youth clubs. All youth leaders and their assistants are encouraged to attend. If you are planning to bring a spouse or guest, please let me know, and I will work with you on making arrangements. We’re going to cover a lot of ground on Saturday’s program, including Friendship 2013 incentive program, training skits, and Youth Achievement Day preparation. In addition to covering all of the regular topics such as handbook changes and camp, we’ll also be addressing any questions that you may have about the youth program. 2013 Youth Program Theme: “Friendship 2013” Our youth program theme is “Friendship 2013.” This is a great theme that hopefully will give our young artists the opportunity to make some great designs for next year’s camp tee-shirt design contest.
2013 SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest The camp tee-shirt theme is “SPJST Friendship 2013.” Complete information and an official entry form are on page 16. Please encourage all of your youth club members to enter. The grand prize is a $100 Visa gift card. Contest deadline is January 31, 2013. All participants receive two merit points and a participation certificate. President’s Volunteer Service Award The SPJST Youth Program is sponsoring the President’s Volunteer Service Awards for all SPJST youth who are eligible to receive the awards. No youth may receive more than one President’s Volunteer Service Awards dur-
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ing the preceding calendar year. SPJST will recognize youth for volunteer service from January 1 through December 31, 2012. Volunteer Service Tracking Forms are available from the State Youth Director or on the SPJST webpage. Forms must be returned by February 28 to the State Youth Director.
SPJST Scholarships and Leadership Grants All members who are high school seniors are encouraged to apply for the SPJST General Scholarship. Undergraduates are encouraged to apply for the General Scholarship. Please, remember that you need to be an active youth club member to apply for the Leadership Grant. For more information or for applications, please call Sandra Dubcak in the Fraternal Department. Completed scholarship applications and related application materials must be postmarked on or before February 1, 2013.
100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive Thanks to all of the young people and youth clubs who have contributed to this wonderful project. All young people who donate at least $2 will receive two merit points. All young people who donate at least $5 will also receive a certificate.
2013 Leader-In-Training Retreat June 14 to 16 at Cooper Farm In 2013, we have a great Leader-InTraining (LIT) retreat lined up for our youth. Our retreat will be held at SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm. LIT retreat will start on Thursday, June 14 and end on Sunday, June 16. Due to schools letting out later in the year, LIT camp is being moved back a week. I hope that all youth who finished their eighth grade year through graduating seniors will participate as LITs.
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Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club sets December activities
Best wishes to you and yours for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Fraternally, Frank Horak State Youth Director —SPJST—
I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving holiday! I think everyone had a great time at Main Event on Saturday, November 17. I know I did! Thank you all for your hard work and dedication to the kitchen this year. If it was not for you and your families, we would not be able to do the things we do. Thank you to everyone who donated to the “Warmth for the Winter” campaign. We had several families come out on Wednesday, November 21 to drop off the items collected at Fire Station No. 1 in Temple. I know that not everyone was off from work on this day so thank you for sharing of your time and children on this day.
State King looks forward to parade
I hope everyone had a full and great Thanksgiving. I had a great one because of having a loving family and most of all—the good food! I am looking forward to the Temple Christmas parade and the Home Office Open House. I hope everyone has a great rest of the year! God bless, Jerry Pechal 2012-2013 State King —SPJST—
2013 SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest Official Entry Form 2013 Theme: “SPJST Friendship 2013!” Entry Deadline: January 31, 2013 Draw your original design in the space blocked at left using a black pen or black marker. See 2012 - 2013 SPJST Youth Club Handbook for contest rules for complete details. Name __________________________ Lodge __________________________ Age___ Date of Birth ____________ Address ________________________ City ____________________________ Zip ____________________________ Phone (_____) ___________________ This is my original artwork -- not traced or copied. I understand that it becomes the property of SPJST and will not be returned. ________________________________ Youth Member’s Signature
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Mail entry by January 31, 2013 to: SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest c/o SPJST Home Office P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503
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The firemen treated us to a tour of the new fire station, which was really nice. By the end of the week, December will be off to a running start, and we have lots planned for a guaranteed good time! On Tuesday, December 4 at 6 p.m. at Star Hall, we will be practice for the Christmas play. On Sunday, December 9 at 1:30 p.m. is practice and set up for the Christmas play. At 2:30 p.m., candlelighters arrive. At 3 p.m., the mother lodge Christmas party begins. Please bring a covered dish or a dessert for the party. Also, Santa shows up at this party, so if you have children who are going to be there, please sneak a present for them under the tree. Santa will call out the children’s names and hand
out the gifts to them. Saturday, December 15 is District Two’s trip. You have your choice of Main Event or if you are 10 years old or older, you can go to Paintball. Tuesday, December 20 at 5:30 p.m. Caroling at 1) Corner Stone Nursing Center; 2) The Meridian; and 3) Westin Nursing Center. After we have worked up an appetite, we will head over to Mazzio’s Pizza for dinner. I am working with the Salvation Army to figure out the best time to drop off our Toys For Tots donation. Lynette Talasek Youth Leader —SPJST—
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Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club readies for Santa
Dear Readers, I just wanted to remind everyone that the youth will provide entertainment at Lodge 84’s Christmas party on Sunday, December 9, 2012. The doors will be open at 4 p.m., and there will be an hour of fellowship followed by dinner at 5 p.m. The youth will be providing entertainment for everyone to join in, and you do not want to miss that! Also, I am not sure but I think Santa Claus will be stopping by to say hello. He might even have a goody bag for the kiddos so be sure and make plans
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not to miss this fun afternoon! Fraternally, Elisabeth Cowan, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth enjoys Main Event
Dear Readers, I went to Main Event with Lodge 47, Seaton. They have bowling, glow in the dark golf, laser tag, and games. Also, I collected coats and blankets for Make a Difference Day. Fraternally, Chase Alexander —SPJST—
December Vestnik Project - Christmas Tree Safety Smart This project earns a maximum of 1 point in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Points System. Mail completed project no later than January 15, 2013 to: SPJST Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503
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The Twelve Days of Christmas
12. Drummers drumming – the twelve points of doctrine one the Apostle’s Creed
Many of you have sung The Twelve Days of Christmas, but have you Now that you know the story behind the Twelve Days of ever thought what the meaning of each day means? The Twelve Days of Christmas was actually written as a catechism song for young Catholics to Christmas, you will never hear the song again without being reminded of its deeper meaning. learn the basics of the faith.
Gena and Ruth were playing Scrabble when the Ten Lords A-Leaping jumped onto their scrabble board. Help Gena and Ruth unscramble the words so they can finish their game.
The “True Love” referenced in the song represents God and the various gifts He offers to believers. The partridge in the pear tree is symbolic as well. Apparently mother partridges will act as decoys to lead enemy away from their young. So, in the carol, the partridge represents Jesus. Some of the other symbolic images are as follows: 1. Partridge in a pear tree – Jesus Christ, the Son of God 2. Turtle doves – the Old and New Testaments 3. French hens – Faith, Hope and Charity, the Theological Virtues 4. Calling birds – the Four Gospels and /or the Four Evangelists 5. Golden rings – the first Five Books of the Old Testament, the “Pentateuch”, which gives the history of man’s fall from grace. 6. Geese a-laying – the six days of creation
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7. Swans a-swimming – the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit, the seven sacraments 8. Maids a-milking – the eight beatitudes or blessings listed in Matthew 5:3-10 9. Ladies dancing – the nine Fruits of the Holy Spirit
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Merry Czechmas event in West continues this weekend
Veselé Vánoce! The spirit of St. Nicholas comes alive in the Czech Heritage Capital of Texas—West, Texas—for the next weekends December 7 and 8; and December 14 and 15. Highlights include:
Czech Merry Market Christmas markets (Vanocni) are a key ingredient of the festive magic throughout the Czech Republic. Our most impressive Merry Market will bring, in addition to decorative products from the Czech Republic, authentic Czech folk costumes (Kroj) for sale. Local area artisans will provide variations of handmade and handcrafted items, including embroidery, metal-ware, beautifully dressed dolls,
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December 6 St. Nicholas Day—Celebrate this very popular Czech Christmas tradition.
December 8 A Czech Christmas Open House— at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange, Texas, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact TCHCC for information (888) 785-4500; and in the evening: TCHCC Gala—in the Pavilion, 6 to 9 p.m. Gala honors Texas-Czech band and includes catered meal, silent auction, music, dancing.Contact TCHCC for cost and reservation information (888) 785-4500.
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quilts, scented candles, jewelry, and of course Christmas tree ornaments. Indeed, visitors will find some very nice Christmas stocking fillers.
Foods Restaurants to feature traditional Czech holiday food throughout the month of December. Each participating restaurant will highlight and feature a few items that are specific to the Czech Christmas dinner customs. Some entrees are sausage and sauerkraut, roast pork, fried fish, hunter’s mushroom soup, goulash, dumplings, cabbage rolls, and pierogies.
Street Vending Girl and Boy Scouts and St. Mary’s PTC are just a few local non-profits setting up along the downtown area with goodies for sale. Retail Treats Several retailers will have token gifts and or treats available during
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Wednesday Evenings 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.
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Through January 1, 2013 Jno. P. Trlica Photo Exhibit—at Czech Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, 119 West French Avenue, Temple, Texas: Jno. P. Trlica portraits serve as a social history of the people of Granger and surrounding countryside; depict nearly everyone in the area; document family, business, and community activities such as anniversary celebrations, parades, fairs of this Central Texas community for the first half of the 20th century. For information, call the Museum (254) 899-2935.
January 17 - April 15 Textile Exhibit—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange, Texas. Exhibit coincides with the Best Little Quilt Show in Texas. Contact TCHCC for information (888) 785-4500. —SPJST—
their extended hours each weekend.
VISA Gift Card Point West Bank and Trust is providing one lucky Merry Czechmas patron with a $500 VISA gift card. Registration for the gift card is at each participating business in the West area December 1 to 17th.
Performances Our city will bring locals and tourists together to share the holiday spirit in true “winter wonderland” style. • West churches, schools, and other choral groups will entertain with traditional Christmas carols, some sung in English and Czech. • Additional entertainment provided by our High School Jazz band, Jr. Historians and our favorite local musicians including but not limited to Charlie Nemec, Marvin Cepak, Charles Mikeska and Al Vanak. To the delight of shoppers and patrons, these musicians will also stroll the sidewalks and businesses entertaining all.
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• West Library Tale Tellers will entertain children with several performances of Christmas Czech tales. In the Czech culture good children are rewarded with fruits and candies; naughty ones are scolded and may receive a piece of coal or a potato. Children who sing a song or Christmas carol, or say a prayer, receive sweets or toys from the angel. If for some reason St. Nicholas cannot visit a home, children put a stocking in a window, on a doorknob, or under a pillow in hopes of receiving a gift while they are sleeping. St. Nicholas and Santa Claus Children will be delighted to visit with our version of Czech St. Nicholas, Sv. Mikuláš. Dressed in the customary miter, cloak, and stole and carrying a crozier, he is accompanied by an angel and a devil, as he visits with children. And what Christmas would be complete without the classic jolly Ol’ Santa Claus. Santa visits will be available each Saturday beginning with their grand entrance on December 1.
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Nativity Scene Aside from food, drink, music and shopping, a live nativity scene will be on display. The Bethlehem ensemble will depict Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus and the Three Kings in a wooden stable. Schedule The schedule of activities for December 7 and 8 and December 14 and 15 is:
Friday, December 7 • Czech Merry Market Best Theater and Bettge building, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, December 8 • Czech Merry Market Best Theater and Bettge building, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. • Extended retail hours. • Grand prize entry cards available. • Music. • Special offerings at retailers and non-profits at civic locations. • Wine tasting at Old Czech Corner Antiques. • Czech Christmas coloring books at Village Bakery. • St. Mary’s PTC, Boy and Girl Scout food booths. • Holiday Czech cuisines in restaurants entire month. • Holly Trolley transportation between points of interest and activities. Friday, December 14 • Czech Merry Market Best Theater and Bettge building, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, December 15 • Czech Merry Market Best Theater and Bettge building, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. • Extended retail hours. • Grand prize entry cards available. • Music. • Special offerings at retailers and non-profs at civic locations. • Wine tasting at Old Czech Corner Antiques. • Czech Christmas coloring books at Village Bakery. • St. Mary’s PTC, Boy and Girl Scout food booths. • Holiday Czech cuisines in restaurants entire month. • Holly Trolley transportation between points of interest and activities. • Merry Czechmas “Finale” at Best Theater.
Tuesday, December 18 • $500 VISA Gift Drawing at Pointwest Bank. —SPJST—
TCHCC sets Czech Christmas Open House this Saturday
Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, located at 250 Fairground Roads in La Grange, Texas, will host “A Czech Christmas Open House” this Saturday, December 8, 2012, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities will include Czech Christmas cooking and decorating items, Czech ornaments, cooking utensils, and old cookbooks in the Museum from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Step back in time when everything had to be made from scratch. In Hanslik Hall from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. will be cooking demonstrations on how to make kolač, Christmas cookies, strudel, and rosettes. Samples will also be for sale. A soup and sandwich lunch will be available for purchase. A variety of Christmas items will be for purchase in the gift shop throughout the day. From 1 to 4 p.m. in the Czech Village, vintage homes will display an earlier time in Texas-Czech history. For more information, visit www.czechtexas.org or call (888) 7854500. —SPJST—
TCGS receives publishing awards
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS) has been a leader in publishing Czech genealogical books since its inception more than 10 years ago. On November 2, 2012, TCGS was recognized once again for its excellence in publishing by receiving three writing awards from the Texas State Genealogical Society (TSGS) at its annual conference held in Fort Worth, Texas. The Cesky Stopy (TCGS quarterly publication), Lee County Czechs (history of the Czechs of Lee County written by the Reverend John Gantt), and the soon-to-be-released, Early Czech Schools, each received monetary awards in their respective categories. This is the second time that TCGS has received recognition from TSGS. In 2011, TCGS received an award for Czechs in Uniform Volume 3. Texas State Genealogical Society has developed this recognition program to encourage and assist partner societies in their efforts toward the development of research resources. TCGS is very pleased to have been recognized two years in a row by this prestigious organization. During the awards banquet, TCGS was commended for success of its submissions, mentioning that three submissions won awards out of the five publications submitted, which was a remarkable feat. The Texas Czech Genealogical Society has adopted five purposes (objectives) to which it is dedicated. These purposes are:
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ogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs.”
2. To identify sources of genealogical interest to the Texas Czech genealogical community.
3. To preserve items of genealogical interest to the Texas Czech genealogical community and make them accessible to the general public (including, but not limited to, preservation of rare books, manuscripts, vital records, and personal notes).
4. To publish materials of interest to the Texas Czech genealogical community (including, but not limited to, reprints of rare books, manuscripts, vital records, and personal notes).
5. To provide and/or promote educational activities directed at aiding individuals in furthering their personal genealogical research activities. TCGS feels strongly that publishing these types of resources helps TCGS to meet these stated objectives. —SPJST—
1. To promote the study of the geneal-
LEFT PHOTO: Charlene Hurta, TCGS President and Ceske Stopy Editor, receives the award for the Ceske Stopy from TSGS President Sue Kaufman. CENTER PHOTO: Charlene Hurta receives the award for Lee County Czechs from Bill Buckner,
chairman of the TSGS Book Publishing Committee. RIGHT PHOTO: Charlene Hurta receives the award for Early Czech Schools from Kenneth Booth, chairman of the TSGS Matching Grant Committee.
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Border Crossings now available
Border Crossings is the well-told and dramatic story of a young man whose comfortable life is abruptly transformed by the savagery of World War II. Forced to rely on primal instincts and his familiarity with the rugged highlands of Moravia, Charles Novacek casts his lot first with the anti-Hitler Underground and then with the resistance to the Nazis’ Communist successors. “My recollections pain me,” he writes, “still, they have made me who I am.” Novacek’s experience as a Hungarian-speaking Czecho-Slovak patriot demonstrates the folly of petty nationalism and the resilience of human decency and love.” ―Madeleine Albright, former U.S. Secretary of State
The Story This absorbing and previously unpublished memoir, chronicles the remarkable life of Charles Novacek― one that took him from his youth spent in the Czech resistance against the Nazis and the Communists to the displaced persons camps of Germany to the military dictatorship of Venezuela
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before granting him access to the American dream. Charles (Karel) Novacek was born in Ožd’any, Czechoslovakia, on May 11, 1928, to a Hungarian homemaker mother and Moravian policeman father. In 1938, his idyllic childhood was shattered with the Munich Agreement, displacement of the Novacek family to Moravia and the ensuing Nazi occupation of Bohemia and Moravia. The family became actively involved in the Czech resistance. At the age of 11, Charles and his sister Vlasta were trained for wartime resistance by their father Antonin and Uncle Josef Robotká: how to resist pain, hunger, and fear―and to trust no one. Novacek continued his work in the resistance after World War II ended as the Soviets occupied his homeland. He endured arrest, capture, and torture ultimately escaping across the German border. Novacek’s memoir brings the experiences and thoughts of the young resistance fighter sharply to life while also bearing the sage perspective of a man in his eighth decade of life. The book is supplemented with a map, 30 black and white photos, a timeline, and biographies from Political Prisoners.eu and the Institute for Totalitarian Regimes.
The Author Charles Novacek graduated from the Industrial College of Engineering in Brno, Czechoslovakia with a degree in mechanical engineering and attended the Masaryk University School of Law in Brno. After escaping his homeland in 1948, Novacek fled to Germany, then Venezuela and was finally able to immigrate with his family to the United States in 1956 where he taught himself English as his seventh language. Novacek became a registered professional engineer and spent 33 years in the Detroit, Michigan, metropolitan area as a civil engineer, project, design and quality assurance manager. He received an ACI Construction Practice
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Award from the American Concrete Institute and a Distinguished Service Award from the Michigan Society of Professional Engineers. In addition to being an accomplished engineer, Novacek was a talented artist who carved stone and painted many fine and vibrant works, and a world traveler who was ever interested in the beauty and intricacy of other cultures. He was a lifelong learner who continually sought knowledge, earning two masters degrees and studying Chinese in his retirement years. Novacek died in Detroit, Michigan, in 2007.
To Purchase Border Crossings: Coming of Age in the Czech Resistance (1021 Press, Detroit), by Charles Novacek. Publication Date: October 2012; hardcover, ISBN 978-0-9854151-0-5, 272 pages; paperback, ISBN 978-09854151-1-2, 274 pages; Available online through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indiebound, et al. Digital editions available in all formats. —SPJST—
Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship to be awarded
The Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship is a $500 scholarship granted by The Czech Heritage Society of Texas to a graduating Texas high school senior. The money is given to the recipient upon proof of registration in a four-year program of studies at a college or university.
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The applicant must submit the following:
1. A copy of his or her high school transcript.
2. Two letters of recommendation. One should be from a high school teacher attesting to the student’s academic promise. The other should be from an adult attesting to the student’s interest in Czech culture. 3. A 200-word autobiography (Times New Roman font, 14-point, one-inch margins on a separate sheet of paper.)
4. A 100-word statement explaining what he or she plans to study in college or at the university, and what he or she plans to do in terms of a career. (Times New Roman font, 14point, one-inch margins on a separate sheet of paper)
5. A list briefly explaining up to 10 ways in which he or she has had contact with Czech culture. The list should be in order of importance, with the first item as the most important. Even seemingly small things may be included, such as learning how to make kolaches or visiting Czech festivals. (Times New Roman font, 14-point, one-inch margins on a separate sheet of paper. A line should be skipped between each numbered item in the list.) 6. An original, 300-word essay. Topic may be either: “A Family Member Who Represents Czech Heritage” or “A Family Member Who Contributed to the Czech Heritage in the United States.” (Times New Roman font, 14-point, one-inch margins on a separate sheet of paper.)
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Monday, December 31, 2012 8 p.m. to 12 midnight
$10 per person • Children 12 and under - free of charge
Kitchen opens at 6 p.m. • Serving hamburgers. Black-eyed peas, cornbread, and sausage served at midnight.
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7. A cover sheet including the student’s name, address, phone number, and high school’s name, address and phone number.
All items must be submitted together in one envelope postmarked no later than February 28, 2013, and sent to:
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The Czech Heritage Society of Texas Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship Pat Parma 3311 Carolina Way Richmond, Texas 77406-9680
Texas Czech Heritage & Cultural Center
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Genealogy Library Reception Hall Period Houses Amphitheater Museum Exhibits
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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) 686-4429; or Jack and Dean Carender (903) 564-7359.
LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Friday, December 7—Social night, 6 p.m. Saturday, December 8—Sykora Family Ford Christmas party Sunday, December 9—Straten family Christmas party Monday, December 31—Lodge 6, New Year’s Eve Party: games and snacks. Public invited. Friday, January 4—Social night, 6 p.m.; trustees meeting, 7:30 p.m.
Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Directions: From Interstate 35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light and stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take Farm Road 2114 East for 3 miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road. The lodge hall is on the right about 1/2 mile down the road. Hall Rental Information: (254) 826-5882; Hall Phone: (254) 826-0005. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Hall, 503 Park Drive, Weimar.
LODGE 9, SNOOK (1) Lodge Hall: 457 CR 269, Snook. Directions: From Snook, turn on FM 2155 to downtown. At Snook School, stay right on Spur 2155. At “T”, turn right on CR 269. Go 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3732. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 425 CR 424, Dime Box. Directions: In Dime Box, turn left from FM 141 on CR 424. Go east on CR 425 for 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 884-1451; Hall Phone: (979) 8843211. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at the hall. Please join us!
LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 36, Buckholts. Directions: Hall is located on Highway 36, east of Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: (254) 593-2222. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Refreshments served after meeting, and door prizes awarded.
LODGE 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions:
From Caldwell, turn from Highway 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles; turn left on CR 225. Go one mile, veering to the right. Lodge building is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Sunday, December 9—Christmas Dance: The Red Ravens, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7/person. Bring snacks for your table. Monday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: People’s Choice, country-western/mix music. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $15/person. Black eyed peas, cornbread, sausage, coffee served after the dance. No reservations.
Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534; band bookings-Artie Monson (512) 281-3711; Hall phone: (512) 285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davilla, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Rita Marburger (512) 859-2584. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Directions: Located 12 miles south of Schulenburg, in Moravia. From Highway 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West four miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North. Go one mile; hall is on the right. Lodge Meetings: Tuesday after the second Sunday in March, June, and September, 7:30 p.m.; and the first Sunday of December, 3 p.m. LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Saturday, December 8—Private: Christmas party
Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Burlington. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit at blinking light on Hwy 53 to FM 485; go one mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Wilbert Mikeska (254) 9852484; Hall phone: (254) 985-2393; wmmike@peoplepc.com. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Visit www.spjstflaghall.com.
LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Sunday, December 9—Youth club meeting Thursday, December 13—Lodge meeting, 7 p.m. Saturday, December 15—Baby shower rental Saturday, December 22—Christmas strudel bake sale: 12 to 5 p.m. To order, call Betty (972) 878-7719. Saturday, December 29—Wedding Monday, December 31—Rental: Jack Henning birthday
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.
Friday, December 7–Old School Band featuring Regina Ball and Jeff Graybill, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m.
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: First 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. LODGE 35, ELK (3) Saturday, December 8—Smokin Gun Saturday, December 22—Lost Heart Highway Monday, December 31—New Year’s Eve: Nolan Pick Band
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) 8394353/night. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 39, BRYAN (1) Lodge Hall: Cherry Bend Circle, Lot 12, Bryan. Directions: From Hwy 6, turn west on OSR; go 2 miles to Mumford Road and turn left. Go 1.1 mile and turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. The lodge hall is at the bend of the road (white building). Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Lunch at 12:30 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. For information, call President Wade O’Shields (979) 324-5961; FAC Dianna Everett (979) 693-5287. Insurance certificates info, call Secretary Lillie Matejka O’Shields (979) 324-5961. LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59 in Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Brenda Cox (979) 543-7171; Hall Phone: (979) 648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:15 p.m. at the hall. Bingo every Monday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Kitchen and snack bar. Hall is non-smoking. License #17600539641. LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca, Texas.
LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Saturday, December 8—Private Saturday, December 15—Open Saturday, December 22—Private Saturday, December 29—Private Monday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: Frankly Country, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Hall/kitchen/bar open at 6 p.m. BYOB. Set ups available. $10 per person. No reservation needed. Cornbread and black-eyed peas served at midnight. Frankie will need to confirm this. Call (254) 773-4801 if you have any questions.
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Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy. 53, Temple. Directions: Star Hall is five miles east of Temple on High way 53 (Adams Avenue). Seaton Star Hall is a nonsmoking 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) 793-4742. 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 IH-20 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) Saturday, December 8—Czechaholics, polka/variety. $8/person Saturday, December 15—Knights of Dixie Orchestra, big band. Dress code* $11 per person Saturday, December 22—No dance Saturday, December 29—No dance Monday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: The Moonglow Orchestra, big band. Dress code*. 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. $20 per person.
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 Mangum 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. 3-00-621-2077-41001. LODGE 91, CROSBY (5) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings—TBA in the Vestnik. Contact Secretary Vonda Smesny (713) 8707114.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Sunday, December 9—Youth Christmas program, 5 p.m. Traditional Christmas desserts. Santa Claus distributes gifts both to adults and youths. Families and friends bring the gifts. Monday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance/Party. Music by Gary Lee Orchestra. $35. Tickets on sale now. Free champagne at midnight.
Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From Interstate 35 West in Fort Worth, take Interstate 30 West to the Henderson exit. Take Henderson North, and it becomes Jacksboro Highway (TX199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cutoff which is a right off of Jacksboro Highway. The lodge also known as National Hall is on the right about 3/4 block down the road. (A Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner.) Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone (817) 624-1361. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Family Nights - first and third Tuesdays. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band plays every first Sunday and most third Friday nights. The other Friday nights will be live ballroom type music. Dressy casual. Listen to KNON 89.3 FM on Sunday at 2 p.m. for up-to-date announcements. Tune in to KAAM 770 AM for some easy listening music. Visit www.nationalhallspjst92.org. LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Friday in March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Gay Revel (361) 573-4443 for meeting location.
LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West three miles to FM 1303; turn right and go two miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (830) 393-7796; Hall Phone: (803) 393-6500. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 117, ROBSTOWN (7) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of March, June, September, and December, 1:30 p.m. at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard, Corpus Christi.
LODGE 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date/time/location, call Secretary Stanley (Martha) Vrla (214) 8262670/email mvrla@sbcglobal.net; or Sales Agent John Vrla (214) 906-3385/email jvrla@cebridge.net.
LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio.
LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Hall: 2622 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From 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) 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). Note: 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.
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LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Tuesday, December 4—Christmas dinner/meeting: The Cannery Kitchen, 314 East Alamo Street, Brenham, 6 p.m. Traditional turkey/dressing dinner to be served. RSVP to (979) 277-8845 by November 30.
Meeting Location: 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 at Country Inn Restaurant, 1000 East Blue Bell Road, Brenham, Texas 77833. December meeting to be held in conjuction with Christmas party. LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Monday, 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) 2959665. 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.
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LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy. 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. There will be a 7-11 on the right. Turn right; proceed past Hopewell School. Continue through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. From Temple: Take IH-35 South. Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign; take left on University Boulevard. The third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right is Luther Peterson Boulevard. Hall Rental Information: (512) 255-1554; (512) 771-4948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall followed by a covered dish meal. Board Meeting: 2 p.m.; entertainment, 2:30 p.m. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at Charles Munday’s office, 416 Oak Street, Bryan (behind the Kettle Restaurant on Texas Avenue).
LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information/Dance Reservations: Andy Anderson (936) 634-1962. Lodge Meetings: First Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. Regular Dances: First Friday night of each month, 8 to 11 p.m.
LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Lodge Hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Directions: Off Hwy 290 West at Skinner. Hall Rental Information: (281) 351-1045; Hall Phone: (281) 373-9482. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 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) 829-3377 for meeting date/time/location.
LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT (2) Lodge Meetings: First Monday of each month at Best Quality Meats and Sausage Shop, 2610 South General Bruce Drive, Temple. Meal at 6 p.m. followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m. For information, contact President James Lee (254) 289-6816. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Trish Konkler for meeting date/time/location (254) 780-9012.
LODGE 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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