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Volume 101 Number 24
S P J S T Benevolence
H E R A L D
★ Humanity ISSN —07458800
★ Brotherhood
SPJST, RVOS, and Slovacek’s Sausage
Fraternal Friends Fundraise for Family
ABOVE: SPJST Home Office fraternalists, family members, and friends are organizing a noon spaghetti lunch fundraiser for Danny and Lori Slack and their family on Friday, July 12 at the Home Office in Temple. Danny was seriously injured in a car accident in May. Lori serves as the New Business/Certificate Issue Technician for the SPJST Insurance Department. Pictured above are Danny and Lori with daughters Avree and Alexandra. Son Jesse is expected any day. See more details on page 8 and 17 of this week’s Vestnik.
Joining Hands
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 183, Arlington members Tom Weeks, left, and Michael Karr clean and carry in the floor mats at the lodge hall for a Join Hands Day project.
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Interest Rates.......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 Readers Write ......................................3 Lodge Section......................................5 Reunions ............................................12 West Benevolence Fund Donors .....14
Musical entertainment is being provided by The Ennis Czech Boys and Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six. Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Master of Ceremonies will be Alfred Vrazel, host of the long-running Vrazels’ Polka Show.
Pre-Gala Party Friday, July 19
Doors Open at 5
On Friday night, July 19, SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall welcomes Johnny and the Convertibles of Houston playing hits of the 50s and 60s. Freewill admission and all ages are invited.
Social hour starts at 5 p.m. followed by a delicious barbecue dinner provided by Slovacek’s Sausage.
Your ticket entitles you to one chance in the drawing. Additional chances may be purchased by ticket holders on the night of the West Gala.
The West Gala weekend is held in conjunction with SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton's Annual Barbecue Cook-Off. For cook-off registration information, please contact SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton President Edwin Pechal at (254) 985-2282 or (254) 984-2255.
Grand prize will be a trip for two to the Czech Republic, provided by V2 Incentives.
Inside Th is Week’s Vestnik
In Memoriam ......................................15 Death Claims .....................................15 Youth Section.....................................17 Czech Culture ....................................19 Advertisements .................................21 Lodge Calendar .................................22
Music and Fun!
are partnering to host an enjoyable night of dining, fun, and music to benefit the West Benevolence Fund Saturday, July 20 at Seaton Star Hall, courtesy of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. Tickets are $50 per person.
Other prizes include five $250 VISA gift cards courtesy of RVOS Insurance (2), Gulf Coast Claims Service (2) and Purifoy and Co. Insurance (1).
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Lodge 181 Conroe shares Join Hands Day scenes
June 19, 2013
West Gala tickets are available from the SPJST and RVOS Home Offices in Temple and from Slovacek’s Sausage in Snook. For more information on the event, tickets, or on how you or your business can help, please call (800) 727-7578. SPJST Lodge 47 Seaton
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Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station honors outgoing officer
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Lodge 80 Holland Youth Club elects 20132014 officers
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013
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 FRANK HORAK Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0681 email: frankh@spjst.com STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR LYNETTE TALASEK Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 931-0639 email: lynettet@spjst.com
DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Sharon Russell, 1292 CR 441, Dime Box, Texas 778853 • (979) 884-0807 - email: sharonrussell28@yahoo.com District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Road, Burlington, Texas 76519-3108 - (254) 9852396 - email: patsyk2011@yahoo.com District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside Ave, Dallas, Texas 75206-5840 • (214) 826-3557 - email: magiclady_46@hotmail.com District Four - Beverly J. Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Texas 76875 - (325) 442-4841 - email: bjtep@verizon.net District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023-6510 • (713) 649-6138 email: district5dyc@aol.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El Campo, Texas 77437 • (979) 543-7120 - email: lbubela@warpspeed1.net District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasan78064 • (210) 535-4916 - email: ton, Texas poohbear78064@hotmail.com BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Richard Ford, 2392 CR 424, Dime Box, 77853 - (979) 884-1451 - email: Texas dimebox5@aol.com District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Texas 78615 - (512) 365-2000 - (512) 848-2416/cell - email: RonnieR1056@yahoo.com District Three - Kay Lynn Kovar, 3303 West Lake Bardwell Drive, Ennis, Texas 75119 - (972) 875-6827 District Four - Beverly J. Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Texas 76875 - (325) 442-4841 - email: bjtep@verizon.net District Five - Mildred Holeman, 1006 Chantilly Lane, Houston, Texas 77018 - (713) 683-0018 - email: mmholeman@yahoo.com District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Texas 77414 - (979) 244-4415; (979) 479-3430 cell District Seven - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (830) 281-8246 -email: bvhouse@att.net
FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Thomas Cannon, P.O. Box 372, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 567-4264 District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Highway 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2282 District Three - Michael Galler, 526 Karen, Waco, Texas 76706 - (254) 662-4934 District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM Highway 765, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 651-8550 District Five - Marceil Malak, 7444 Meiners Road, Ledbetter, Texas 78946-5118 - (979) 249-5940 District Six - Glenn Kaminsky, 902 River Oaks Court, East Bernard, Texas 77435 - (979) 335-4461 District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Texas 78130-3438 - (830) 625-8262
INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Highway 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Daniel Roznovsky, 2513 Custer Court, Irving, Texas 75062 - (972) 252-6763 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Drive, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 234-8117 District Five - Helen Hegwood, 6702 Lindy Ann Lane, Houston, Texas 77008 - (713) 864-0489 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174, Lolita, Texas 77971 - (361) 874-4461 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (210) 535-4916
PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 540-8531 District Two - Tammy Whatley, 141 Meadow Park Drive, Georgetown, Texas 78626 - (512) 948-5339 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Drive, San Angelo, Texas 76903 - (325) 651-5884 District Five - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 CR 47, Angleton, Texas 77515 - (979) 922-1279 District Six - Helen Kelner, 911 Avenue K, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 - (281) 342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 447 Shady Hollow, New Braunfels, Texas 78132 - (830) 964-5135 HUMAN RESOURCES DEBBIE KLINKOVSKY (254) 773-1575 • email: debbiek@spjst.com
Editor’s Note
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Welcome to the Home Office!
It’s always a great day at the SPJST Home Office . . . but it is es-
pecially great when we have visitors from our lodges and youth clubs. Last week, Danny, April, and Misty Dvorak of Lodge 25, Ennis stopped by while wife/mom Jennifer was attending a class in Temple. It was great to see them. I’m sure April and Misty will be writing letters to the Vestnik real soon and hopefully, April will include a picture of her new beautiful Czech kroj : )
Youth Achievement Days Begin District Youth Achievement Days begin this Sunday, June 23 with the year’s first YAD in District Three. Lodge 154, Fort Worth will host the event. I love attending YADs and seeing all of the craft projects, watching the individual and group talents, and listening to the king and queen speeches. Best wishes to each and every youth who is participating in an SPJST District Youth Achievement Day this year. You are all winners because you are participating! And, members across the state, please attend your district’s YAD and support our young people. If you need more information about your
district’s YAD, contact the District Youth Counselor listed on page 2 of each week’s Vestnik.
Early Vestnik Deadline Tuesday, July 2 at 12 noon Please make a note of an upcoming early Vestnik deadline. Due to the Fourth of July holiday, the deadline for the July 10 Vestnik will be Tuesday, July 2 at 12 noon. Please note this, and send your items for the July 10 Vestnik in early.
Duplicate Vestniks Calls sometimes come in from members saying that they are receiving multiple Vestniks in their mailbox each week. We do our best to send each household only one copy; however, sometimes household names are duplicated on the mailing list. We are in the process of revising the current Vestnik subscriber list to remove duplicate copies to a household. If your name is removed, but you still wish to receive multiple copies, please let us know and we will add your name back to the subscriber list. Please send us an email or contact Sharla or Dorothy in the Financial Secretary’s Department. —SPJST— Thanks to Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club members and Vestnik correspondents Misty, left, and April Dvorak for stopping by the Home Office last week. We had a great visit!
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.
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
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Family Fun and Important Dates
June 21 June 23
District Two Swim Party • Walker Pool, Temple (2) District Three Youth Achievement Day Lodge 154, Fort Worth June 23 Lodge 87, Temple Annual Dinner/ Awards Ceremony (2) June 25 District Seven Mandatory Sales Agent Training Lodge 79, Corpus Christi (7) June 29 District Four Youth Achievement Day Lodge 49, Rowena June 30 District Five Youth Achievement Day Lodge 88, Houston June 30 District Seven Youth Achievement Day Lodge 107, Floresville July 2 12 Noon Deadline for July 10 Vestnik July 2 District Seven Mandatory Sales Agent Training Snoga Barbecue, San Antonio July 4 Fourth of July • SPJST Home Office Closed July 4 SPJST Float • Belton Fourth of July Parade (2) July 4 SPJST Float • Arlington Fourth of July Parade (3) July 6-9 District Three Camp SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm • Ledbetter July 11-14 Districts Five/Six/Seven Camp SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm • Ledbetter July 11 Lodge 32, Victoria Summer Social (6) July 12 SPJST Home Office Spaghetti Lunch Fundraiser for Danny and Lori Slack Family SPJST Home Office, Temple July 13 District Two Youth Achievement Day Lodge 47, Seaton July 13 Lodge 51, Ellinger Picnic (1)
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Farm/commercial property rates are subject to change without notice. Call the SPJST Home Office (800) 7277578.
Farm/Commercial Property Rates
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Member invites family, friends to Lillie’s 94th birthday
We will be celebrating Lillie Haisler’s 94th birthday on Saturday, June 22, 2013, at the Caldwell Senior Center, located at 210 West Buck Street in Caldwell, Texas, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Lillie is a member of SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor. We plan a come-and-go time of visiting and remembering with a light lunch and dessert. Come join us in remembering! No gifts . . . Submitted by, Margaret Haisler Lodge 186, Caldwell —SPJST—
Lodge 25, Ennis member conveys appreciation
Dear Mr. Vanicek, I am honored to be a recipient of an SPJST Scholarship. I would like to express my gratitude for your financial support and helping me fund my college education. I would also like to thank SPJST for making special arrangements to attend the high school awards ceremony. It made it a special evening for both me and my family. I am looking forward to my freshman year at Texas A&M University in College Station, where I plan to pursue a degree in petroleum engineering. I one day hope to be a successful engineer, working for an oil or gas company helping to make a positive impact on our environment. My parents have always stressed the importance of my education and
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the value of a college degree. I have accomplished many things throughout my high school years and with your help, I hope to accomplish many more. Once again, I want to say thank you for helping me reach my goal by your support. Your generosity is appreciated and accepted with extreme honor. Sincerely, Zachary Matous —SPJST—
Lodge 215, South Plains member expresses thanks
Dear SPJST, Thank you for the SPJST District Merit Grant and SPJST General Freshman Scholarship. I am grateful for this opportunity to better myself through education. I have enjoyed my years as a member of Lodge 215, South Plains Youth Club. Sincerely, Audree Williams —SPJST—
“Pitching for the Veterans” set for June 29 in Waco
“Pitching for the Veterans” is set for Saturday, June 29 at Jimmy Bryant Horseshoe Complex in Waco, Texas, in Cameron Park East. Bring your own partner, double elimination, backyard rules. Horseshoes will be provided. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. with the tournament beginning at 11 a.m. All proceeds will benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. This special event is sponsored and hosted by the Texas Horseshoe Pitchers Association (THPA). For more information, visit http://texasringer.net or call Jim Anderson (254) 722–9537 or (254) 757-3117 or Michael Morris (254) 598-9358. Submitted by, Michael Morris Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
Lodge 29, Taylor member shares note of appreciation
Dear SPJST Scholarship Committee, I would like to thank the SPJST Scholarship Committee for selecting me to receive the Nick Morris Scholarship. I am not only honored by this recognition but also extremely grateful for the opportunities this award will provide me. I appreciate your confidence in me and your willingness to contribute to my future education. I would also like to thank Mr. Rieger for taking the time to attend my school’s awards presentation. It was such an honor to receive this scholarship in person. I am attending Texas A&M University this fall and am majoring in chemical engineering. The financial assistance you provided will be of great help to me in paying for my educational expenses. Again, thank you very much for this award. Sincerely, Callan Noak —SPJST—
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Lodge 88, Houston member conveys thanks
Dear SPJST, Thank you for selecting me as the recipient of the $1,000 scholarship. I am very excited about starting my undergraduate degree at Blinn College with plans to transfer to Sam Houston State University. I know that this scholarship money will be of great financial assistance in paying for tuition and books this year. Your generosity in sponsoring this scholarship is very admirable. I am very grateful for the scholarship, and I also appreciate Marceil Malak for coming to the scholarship ceremony at school and presenting the scholarship to me. Thank you again, and I look forward to my freshman year in college. Sincerely, Caitlin Surman —SPJST—
Scenes from District Two Sales Agents’ Training Class Tuesday, June 11, 2013 • SPJST Lodge 87, Temple
LEFT PHOTO: District Two Fraternal Field Manager Hiram Dixon, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM leads the class. CENTER PHOTO: District Two Director
Jesse Pospisil (29), left, Patsy Koslovsky (47), and David Nauert (200). RIGHT PHOTO: Paulino Castillo (24), left, and Jack Brown (15).
LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are Dolores Skrabanek (47), Linda Johnson (177), Frank Klinkovsky (47), and Jennifer Davidson (87). CENTER PHOTO: Tammy Martinez (47), Nancy Miller (177), Betty Barton (87), and
Ricky Rodriguez (155). RIGHT PHOTO: Left to right are Mary Shockley (246), Donna Vanecek (48), Ruth Ann Wuensche (48), and Honorary District Two Director Bobby Wuensche (48).
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From the Fraternal Department
State FAC: Mid-Year Form Due Soon; District FAC Workshops Set
Dear Fraternal Activities Coordinators (FACs) Please keep in mind that the pink Mid-Year Form (three-part carbonless) will be due in the office of the State Fraternal Activities Coordinator on July 12, 2013. I have set up workshops in your districts three weeks prior to July 12. Please make plans to attend one of the workshops in your district. A meal will be provided. Please RSVP three days prior to your district workshop by contacting me on my cell phone (254) 5340681 or email frankh@spjst.com. If you cannot make the workshop, please take a few minutes to look over the form and complete the first part (midyear) and mail it to my office in Temple on or before the due date. If you have any questions or if you need assistance in filling out the form, please feel free to contact me. The scheduled workshops in your district appear below. Fraternally, Frank Horak State Fraternal Activities Coordinator District One—Monday, July 1 Oak Ridge Smokehouse Schulenburg - 6:30 p.m. District One—Tuesday, July 2 Lodge 186, Caldwell 6:30 p.m.
District Two—Wednesday, July 3 SPJST Home Office Temple - 6:30 p.m. District Two—Sunday, July 7 Lodge 29, Taylor - 6:30 p.m.
District Three—Monday, July 15 Lodge 183, Arlington - 6:30 p.m. District Three—Tuesday, July 16 Lodge 6, Cottonwood - 6 p.m.
District Four—Thursday, July 11 Golden Corral 4100 South Danville Drive, Abilene 6:30 p.m. District Four—Friday, July 12 Furr’s Buffet 1116 North Midkiff, Midland 6:30 p.m.
District Five—Friday, June 28 Lodge 88, Houston - 6:30 p.m. District Six—Tuesday, June 25 Lodge 32, Victoria - 6:30 p.m.
District Six—Wednesday, June 26 Taiton Community Center - 6:30 p.m. District Seven—Saturday, June 29 Snoga Bar-B-Cue 2567 Goliad Road, San Antonio 11 a.m. —SPJST—
From the Insurance Department
District Three Sales Agents’ Mandatory Training Set
Dear SPJST Sales Agents in District Three, Thank you for representing SPJST with professionalism and fraternalism to your clients and prospects. To this end, below are scheduled training seminars. You are highly encouraged to attend and participate in this mandatory sales agent training: Monday, June 24 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Golden Corral 618 North Valley Mills Drive - Waco
RSVP by June 21 To RSVP by June 21 or if you have questions, please contact District Three Fraternal Field Manager Philip McBee at (254) 239-7580 or email philm@spjst.com. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Fraternally, Phil McBee District Three Fraternal Field Manager —SPJST—
SPJST Lodge Se ct ion
Lodge 15 Buckholts welcomes guests
The meeting of SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts was called to order by President Douglas Williams at 5 p.m. on Monday, June 10, 2013. President Williams asked one of our guests Linda Pospisil to lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silence in memory of our departed members. All officers were present. We had a nice group for the meeting. We were so honored to have as guests District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and wife Linda and Honorary District Two Director Frank Klinkovsky and LaVerne Vanicek. President Williams greeted everyone and thanked all for attending. We are always so excited to fill some of these vacant seats with members and guests. As the saying goes, the more the merrier. We had a very nice meeting and get-together. We were so honored to help celebrate Linda and Jesse’s 46th anniversary which was on this very day. We congratulate them, and hope they have many more happy years together. The secretary’s and treasurer’s reports were read and approved. The Cotton Festival was held in Buckholts the first Saturday in June as well as the class reunion which was held here at the hall. They had a great turnout this year. It was the best turnout in five years. They thought this might be their last year depending on this year’s attendance so now they are planning to carry on. Everyone seemed to enjoy it. The barbecue dinner was very good, and everyone enjoyed visiting with old friends. We sold kolaches which made them happy as well. Thanks to Monty Williams for arranging and delivering the kolaches to us.
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President Williams read a thank you note from Buckholts High School students which thanked us for the use of our building for their senior prom. Keith Vanicek dropped by the meeting to say thanks to SPJST for the two scholarships his two daughters had received the past few years. He appreciated it so much. President Williams thanked Director Pospisil for the new flag and holder he gave us. We appreciate it so much. President Williams asked Director Pospisil to speak to us. He said everything is going well. The most important thing going on right now is the West Benevolence Fund. It is going well. The big fundraiser will be held on July 20 at Seaton Star Hall sponsored by our lodge members and friends. It will include a delicious barbecue meal and entertainment by the
Lodge 25, Ennis sales agent Danny Dvorak and his daughters Misty, front, and April visited the SPJST Home Office in Temple last week.
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Ennis Polka Boys and Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six. Master of ceremonies will be Alfred Vrazel. Tickets will be $50 each which will include a drawing for the chance to win a trip for two to the Czech Republic and five gift cards in the amount of $250 each. It sounds like fun and will certainly be for a good cause. Next, we heard from Honorary Director Frank Klinkovsky on the things going on at his Lodge 47, Seaton. He reported on the recent annual picnic which was a big success. They sold 748 plates before selling out. He said they have really been busy and have a good month. Vice President A.W. Zajicek brought us up-to-date on coming SPJST events. The biggest event of all is the annual getaway to Corpus Christi on August 9 to 11. Flag Day will be coming up on June 14, and Father’s Day is June 16. We didn’t have much old news or new news. As the saying goes, “no news is good news.” Frank Tomascik made the motion to adjourn, seconded by Martha Glaser, and the motion carried. We had a nice selection of door prizes then we enjoyed a delicious meal with lots of nice visiting. Next Meeting—July 8 The next meeting will be on July 8. We hope to see you there. Fraternally, Dorothy Tomascik, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 17 New Tabor member Lillie Haisler to celebrate birthday
Lillie Lydia Haisler of Lodge 17, New Tabor will celebrate her 94th birthday with a party on Saturday, June 22, 2013, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The come-and-go party will be held at the senior center, located at 210 West Buck Street in Caldwell, Texas 77836. Friends and family are invited to share this special occasion with Lillie. A lite lunch will be served. Please RSVP to Megan Ring De Wees - email texasring55@gmail.com or call (512) 985-7898; Sherry Haisler Ring (225) 802-1581; or Margaret Haisler (979) 219-1983. —SPJST—
Lodge 24, Cyclone reports on June meeting
SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone met at Flag Hall on Monday, June 10, 2013. The meeting was called to order by President Daniel Wilde at 7:14 p.m. We recited the Pledge of Allegiance and a silent prayer for our sick and deceased members. Margaret Mikeska read the minutes, and they were approved. Lodge 24 will host a polka dance on Sunday, August 4 with music by the Czechaholics from 2 to 6 p.m. Mark Maddux gave an impressive
Lodge 80, Holland member receives SPJST Scholarship
Regan Andrew Vecera receives his SPJST Scholarship from District Two Director Jesse Pospisil. Regan is a member of Lodge 80, Holland.
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Lodge 49, Rowena sponsors Miles Bulldogs Midget Team
Lodge 49, Rowena sponsored the Miles Bulldogs Midget Team this season. The team consisted of 12 boys, and two of the boys are members of Lodge 49, Rowena—Tanner and Hunter Wood. The team had several young players that have improved tremendously throughout the season. Way to go, Bulldogs!
bar report. Linda gave the lengthy treasurer’s report. Brenda Maddux gave the youth club report. The youth met Sunday, June 9 at the hall. There were eight adults and 11 youth present. They will have a meeting every third month away from the hall. The trip to Schlitterbahn will be as each member wishes to go. The youth will pay for each active member and one half of the parent’s ticket. Trip must be before September 15. Turn them into the youth leaders. There will be two Leaders-in-Training (LITs) representing our youth club. June 22 is District Two’s swim party at Walker Pool, Temple. Each member can enter five craft items at Youth Achievement Day. See the youth leader for more information. The next youth club meeting is July 3, and they will take pictures. Shirley Hoelscher gave the fraternal activities coordinator’s report. Corpus Christi getaway is August 9 to 11. Rooms are $109 per night. Flag Day will include a big SPJST event at the Veterans Home in Temple on June 14. Father’s Day is June 16. Adelyne M. Holbert and Joy L. Keener passed away. The lodge expresses its sympathy. We bid on state tournaments for March 5 and April 5. We talked about a Super Bowl party and discussed the floor tiles. We donated $400 to the youth club for Join Hands Day that they did at our Mother’s Day Barbecue.
Birthdays were celebrated by Nash and Cade Campbell. Linda and Daniel Wilde celebrated their 37th wedding anniversary. Margie Hoelscher’s mother passed away. Brian Vanicek spoke of the West Gala fundraiser on July 20 at Star Hall. Our lodge purchased eight tickets that will be drawn for at the next meeting. Anyone wishing to help should contact Brian at the Home Office. Door prizes brought by Brian were won by Jennifer Hoelscher, Jason Hoelscher, Linda Wilde, and Mark Maddox. Fraternally, Bobby Hoelscher, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 29, Taylor reports on June meeting
Lodge 29, Taylor met for the regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, June 12, 2013. President Ronnie Rieger opened the meeting by leading the Pledge of Allegiance and having a moment of silence for our departed. Officer roll call showed Mike Girod absent. The May minutes were read and approved. Sharon reminded us that June 14 was National Flag Day. She also reminded us of the Corpus getaway in
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August. She read thank you notes from SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) for the donation we made in memory of Patricia Girod and from Brian Vanicek for West Benevolence Fund donation. She also read a thank you note from the American Cancer Society Relay for Life for our donation and presented a certificate we received from them. Sharon asked all fathers to stand and tell how many children, grandchildren, and greatgrandchildren each one has. Tammy Whatley gave the treasurer’s report. Cristy Girod reported there were 18 youth in attendance at their June meeting. They worked on a Father’s Day craft. Last month, they had a bake sale and garage sale with the Taylor Country Club. There are seven youth from Lodge 29 going to Leaders-in-Training (LIT) camp this weekend. There were eight youth members and a few guests riding the SPJST Float at Granger Lakefest. The float won a first place ribbon. The July youth meeting will be at the Taylor City Swimming Pool at 1 p.m. Jesse Pospisil reported the hall roof repair has begun. Jesse and Linda Pospisil and Paul and Judy Pasemann are celebrating their wedding anniversaries in June. Members celebrating birthdays in June are Hailey Girod, Cindy Buzan, Connie Voigt, Bonnie Rathke, Tommy Harrison, Lauren Karkoska, Caroline Tate, Patrick Tate, Harrison Tate, Matthew Dewbre, Malaena Bazan, and Eric Tallas. Barbara Nygrin, Lauren Karkoska, and Evelyn Simcik brought door prizes. Next month, Connie Voigt volunteered to bring them. Next Meeting—July 10 The next meeting will be on Wednesday, July 10 at 6:30 p.m. Fraternally submitted, Linda Pospisil Secretary-Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 30, Taiton hosts graduation luncheon
Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 30, Taiton held its regular monthly meeting on May 5, 2013, at Los Cucos Mexican Restaurant. President Yvonne Marcaurele called the meeting to order. Members present recited the Pledge of Allegiance, and a moment of silence was observed for any sick or departed members. Secretary Wanda Dorotik read the roll call of members and officers. She then read the minutes from the April meeting, and they were approved as read. Treasurer Lisa Bubela gave her report on the financial standing of our lodge. She asked for and received a motion to pay the outstanding bills for the catering of the meal. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Tommy Drapela reminded members of upcoming events around the state such as Join Hands Day, our annual highway clean-up day, and the end of summer getaway in Corpus Christi. Tommy then read a thank you letter from
SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm Executive Director John Hoelscher for our previous donation. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela reported on the comings and goings of our youth program. She informed the members that it was planned to meet on May 15 at 5:30 p.m. to clean the highway and the flowerbeds for part of our Join Hands Day project. She congratulated Allison Fucik and Jeremy Supak for graduating from El Campo High School. District Six Director Karen Kaspar then gave an update on our lodge and district sales production this year. She congratulated Carolina Covarrubia for being the top producer for career agents. She also congratulated both Allison and Jeremy for receiving scholarships. President Marcaurele then discussed the model lodge. She reminded everyone to watch the Vestnik for continued coverage. Happy birthday was wished to Sarah Kresta. Our next meeting will be on Sunday, June 2 at 3 p.m. at Taiton Community Center. The adult meeting will begin at 1:30 p.m. with the youth meeting to follow.
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The meeting was adjourned by President Yvonne Marcaurele. Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 35, Elk meets June 19
Lodge 35, Elk will have its next meeting on Wednesday, June 19, 2013. It will start when we get finished cleaning up the hall. Hope to see you there. Sincerely, Janie Brewer Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 181, Conroe joins hands for Angelic Resale
Lodge 181, Conroe’s Join Hands Day project was on May 18, and we helped Angelic Resale, which is an arm of Creative Outreach ministry. Angelic Resale is
located at 727 West Davis Street in Conroe. The phone number is (936) 441-5433. —Submitted by Jim Dinaso, Vice President
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Benefit for Danny and Lori Slack set for July 12
A benefit for Danny and Lori (Coots) Slack will be held Friday, July 12, 2013, at the SPJST Home Office, located at 520 North Main Street in Temple. A lunch consisting of spaghetti and beef/marinara sauce, salad and dressing, bread, and dessert
will be available for $8 donation per plate. Plates will only be available through pre-sale tickets, and plates must be ordered by Wednesday, July 3. Tickets can be purchased online at www.spjst.org; by mailing a check/ money order to SPJST Home Office, c/o Spaghetti Lunch, PO Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503; by visiting the Home Office or Ray’s Auto Repair in Zabcikville; or by calling the Home Office at (254) 773-1575. A small convenience fee will be added for
credit card orders. Serving will begin at 11 a.m. on July 12, and plates can be picked up through a convenient drive-through service. Proceeds from the lunch will benefit SPJST Home Office New Business/ Certificate Issue Technician Lori Slack and her husband Danny. Danny was seriously injured in an automobile accident on May 14. Danny and Lori are expecting their third child this week, and they are also the parents of two young daughters. Danny’s medical ex-
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penses are significant, and this young family needs help with alleviating some of these expenses. A prize drawing featuring 20 spectacular prizes will be held. Monetary donations are also needed to help with the spaghetti lunch expenses. To donate funds, please contact any SPJST Home Office staff member or mail to SPJST Home Office, PO Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. More details in next week’s Vestnik. —SPJST—
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Lodge 183, Arlington adults, youth join hands to beautify hall
LEFT PHOTO: Annette Cepak cleans the floors. PHOTO 2: Tom Weeks pushes the broom. PHOTO 3: Angeline Stiborek washes down the ta-
bles and chairs. PHOTO 4: Mary Ann Higgins cleans the microwave. RIGHT PHOTO: Destiney Higgins washes out the large tubs.
LEFT PHOTO: Brittney, Eddie, Mary Ann, Rhonda and Cassidy Higgins, visitor, Destiney Higgins, and Michael Karr enjoy Subway sandwiches after a hard day’s work. CENTER PHOTO: Angeline Stiborek and Ray-
mond Mikeska enjoy lunch. RIGHT PHOTO: Annette Cepak, Monica Carr, Debra Daniel, Ella Mikeska, Tom Weeks, Ann Pustejovsky, and Milka Bralic enjoy Subway sandwiches after their work.
LEFT PHOTO: Eddie Higgins cleans out the trash cans. PHOTO 2: Brittney Higgins takes time to pose for a picture. PHOTO 3: Milka Bralic trims the shrubs. PHOTO 4: Janie Rejcek cleans the kitchen. RIGHT
PHOTO: Sisters Debra Daniel, left, and Ann Pustejovsky are having way too much fun! —Submitted by Kay Gerlich Weeks, Youth Leader
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Lodge 47, Seaton honors graduates
Dear Vestnik Readers, The monthly meeting of Lodge 47, Seaton was called to order on Monday night, June 3, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. by President Edwin Pechal. Flags were presented by youth members Justin Kraatz and Dannikka Bartek who also led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call of officers showed all officers, board members, and active sales agents present except board member Otis Meier. Thirty-five adult members, who included four of our high school graduates, and three youth members were present for the meeting. What a great turnout! We’d love for you all to be back for our July meeting. The May lodge meeting minutes were accepted as read by Secretary Koslovsky. As secretary of the board, she also read the unofficial May board minutes. Correspondence included a thank you note from SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek for the $500 donation from the lodge to the West Benevolence Fund for West, Texas. President Pechal asked all fathers to stand and be recognized in recognition of Father’s Day. All the ladies gave these men a round of applause for all their hard work. How blessed we are to have such wonderful dads and “adopted dads” in our lodge. President Pechal stated it was an honor for him to attend the Rogers High School Award Ceremony and recognize four graduating seniors with SPJST Scholarships. Six thousand, five hundred dollars went to our own Lodge
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Lodge 88, Houston Bingo Featured on NBC News’ Today Show
SPJST Lodge 88, Houston’s Thursday night bingo was featured in a special bingo segment on NBC News’ Today Show on Friday, June 7, 2013. An NBC News crew visited Lodge 88’s bingo in May. Visit SPJST’s Facebook page to see the link to the video. LEFT
47 graduates: Lauren Bedrich - $1,000 General Freshman Scholarship; Joshua Machicek - $1,000 General Freshman Scholarship; Christopher Zavodny $1,000 Leadership Grant; and Jerry Pechal - $1,000 Leadership Grant, $1,000 - District Two Merit Grant, and $1,500 State Royalty Grant. Our congratulations go to each of you for your hard work. President Pechal thanked all who helped in any way with the picnic. It was a beautiful day, and the attendance was super. Our thanks to each of you who attended. The vote was unanimous to have another picnic on Sunday, June 1, 2014.
PHOTO: The television screenshot shows Lodge 88, Houston member Fred Buri calling bingo. RIGHT PHOTO: Bingo player Amir Mehdizadeh is interviewed and appeared in the segment which focused on the classic bingo game’s popularity among younger people.
Vice President/Hall Manager Frank Klinkovsky gave his report and the upcoming activities at the lodge. Rentals of the annex building, reunions, and weddings have filled every weekend in June. We are very fortunate to have these rentals. If anyone is need of a rental of the hall or annex building, please contact Frank Klinkovsky. You don’t have to look too hard to find him because he and LaVerne are usually at Star Hall on a daily basis. Frankie also thanked those who worked for days to make the picnic a success. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Tammy Martinez reminded everyone of upcoming events. The next events
are District Two Youth Achievement Day (YAD), camp, State YAD, and the Corpus Christi getaway. Treasurer Becky Zavodny gave the treasurer’s report which was approved along with a preliminary report on the picnic. Bar Manager Danny Stepan gave his report. Youth Leader Joyce Kraatz gave the report on the June meeting which was held on Sunday before the picnic. District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky installed the newly elected 2013-2014 officers. Deadlines for YAD and camp forms, the Corpus Christi getaway, and the District Two September 14 Six Flags Over Texas trip were
Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station Shares June Meeting Scenes
Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station met Sunday, June 9, 2013, at C&J Barbecue in Bryan. Thirty-one members and guests attended the meeting and showed appreciation to longtime lodge officer Charles Munday. Three lodge members were awarded SPJST scholarships this year and recognized at the meeting. Also, at the meeting, a motion passed to donate $1,000 to the West Benevolence Fund. The theme of the door prizes was red, white, and blue in honor of Flag Day. Thanks to all who attended
the meeting. LEFT PHOTO: Charlie Munday, left, is presented an outgoing officer appreciation plaque for his 12 years of service to Lodge 189 as secretary-treasurer. The plaque was presented by District One Director Donnie Victorick. CENTER PHOTO: Members listen attentively during the meeting. RIGHT PHOTO: At the head table are, left to right, President Henry Mayo, Vice President Albert Scasta, Secretary-Treasurer Gerald Rieger, and Director Victorick.
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discussed. DYC Patsy Koslovsky introduced and recognized our 2013 graduates who are all from Rogers High School: Kandace Stone, Jerry Pechal, Chris Zavodny, and Joshua Machicek. Lauren Bedrich was unable to attend due to being at Texas A&M for the day. It was neat to hear the accomplishments and plans of these seniors. Kandace, Jerry, and Chris have been very active youth club members from their childhood days to their now young adult years. For their involvement within the youth club and mother lodge, Kandace, Jerry, and Chris received $500 from the lodge to help defray the cost of their college expenses. Congratulations to each graduate, and we wish you much success as you begin a new chapter of your life. Those celebrating birthdays in June are Becky Zavodny, Tammy Pechal, Nelda Marek, Calvin Skrabanek, Frank Klinkovsky, Amber Bartek, Gerry Dana, Koby Stone, Alice Mares, Colton Regan, Chris Regan, Steve Pechal, Clarence Stastny, Leann Psencik, Linda Machicek, Wayne Hanusch, and Stephen Hanusch. Hope you all have a happy birthday with many more healthy and happy ones. Happy June anniversaries to Steve and Patricia Pechal (18 years), Becky and Elden Zavodny (23 years), Royella and Maxie Roessler (39 years), Leroy and Gerry Dana (54 years), and Clarence and Laverne Pechal (56 years). Congratulations and many more years of love and happiness. Door prizes from District Two Director Jesse Pospisil were won by Edward Mares, David Pechal, James Skrabanek, and Frank Klinkovsky. Lodge prizes were won by Edwin Marek, Ace Chlapek, and Jerry Pechal.
Next Meeting—July 7 Our next meeting will be held on Sunday, July 7 at 2 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m. Members enjoyed visiting and praising our 2013 graduating seniors. Ice cream, cake, and cookies were served as refreshments. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, Secretary —SPJST—
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SPJST Supports Bleiblerville Volunteer Fire Department
Lodge 87, Temple invites members to annual dinner On behalf of SPJST Home Office, District One Director Donnie Victorick, center, presented a donation to Bleiblerville Volunteer Fire Department at its annual fish fry/auction fundraiser. Pictured are Auctioneer Billy Warmke, left, and BVFD President Steve Doty, right. Bleiblerville VFD thanks SPJST for all the support. —Submitted by James Balke
Lodge 51, Ellinger meets June 21
Dear Members, Lodge 51, Ellinger will meet Friday, June 21, 2013, at Ellinger Fire Station at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is asked to bring either sandwiches or dessert for a meal. We hope to see you there. Fraternally, Burdine Divin, FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 87, Temple appreciation dinner this Sunday
The May 12, 2013, meeting of SPJST Lodge 87, Temple was called to order at 2:03 p.m. by President Lucas Davidson. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was held in honor of departed and sick members. All members present were signed in. The secretary read the minutes from the previous meeting. There were no corrections or additions, and the minutes were accepted by the membership. Brother Daryl read the treasury report. Old business included discussing electrical providers. Daryl will call TXU. They were willing to match
Ambit’s electricity prices. We are revamping the rental contract. Daryl and Hiram will meet with Bertha to discuss changes to the contract. We also talked about opening a separate youth account. Youth Leader Jennifer found a local bank and opened a youth account. All board members will be on this account. A debit card will be issued to Youth Leader Jennifer, and one will also be issued to Assistant Youth Leader Christine. Join Hands Day project . . . continued. Youth Leader Jennifer has been talking to a contractor and arranged a kitchen remodel for the lodge for $500 or less. Remodeling the kitchen area will help increase rentals. New business included the appreciation dinner. Dinner has been set for Sunday, June 23 at the lodge hall. The dinner will consist of brisket, sausage, potato salad, and beans. It will start at 1 p.m. with dinner served at 1:30 p.m. The youth club will sell baked items for dessert as a fundraiser. Christine will get with Melanie to send out invitations to Lodge 87 members. The youth leader’s report was given. Jennifer stated that the youth club will have a car wash/bake sale on June 1. The meeting was adjourned at 2:56 p.m. Snacks were served, and door prizes were dispersed. Fraternally, Nichole Festa, Reporter —SPJST—
Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 87, Temple invites all members and their families to join us for a meal, fellowship, and awards presentation on Sunday, June 23, 2013, at the lodge hall, located one-quarter mile north of the East Adams Avenue exit, on North 50th Street in Temple. The social begins at 1 p.m., followed by the meal at 1:30 p.m. The youth club will be hosting a bake sale with homemade desserts. There will be a short business meeting followed by our annual awards ceremony and prize drawing. Please return the card that has been mailed to all members by Tuesday, June 18, so we can plan for the meal. I look forward to seeing you. Fraternally, Lucas Davidson, President —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston posts donations to scholarship fund
Donations have been made to Lodge 88, Houston Youth Scholarship Fund in memory of the following Fraternalists: In Memory of Harold Collins by Mr. and Mrs. Rudy Darilek
In Memory of Leander Pflughaupt by Reverend and Mrs. Henry Beseda In Memory of Leander Pflughaupt by Mr. and Mrs. Rudy Darilek
In Memory of Leander Pflughaupt by Mrs. Louise Jacob
In Memory of Leander Pflughaupt by Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Marshall
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In Memory of Owen Ruhmann by Mr. and Mrs. Rudy Darilek In Memory of Emily Thoede by Mr. and Mrs. Rudy Darilek
A monetary donation has also been received from Mr. and Mrs. Fred Buri via aluminum can collection. Appreciation is extended to all who have made donations to Lodge 88’s Youth Scholarship Fund. Fraternally submitted, Carolyn Filipp Beseda Allen Brown Darlene Migl Polly Marlene Migl Satterwhite —SPJST—
Lodge 117 Robstown meets July 6
Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 117, Robstown will hold its quarterly meeting on Saturday, July 6, 2013, at 1:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at Hilltop Community Center, located at 11425 Leopard Street in Corpus Christi. After the meeting, members will go out to eat. For information, call Kathryn Marek (361) 387-2360. Fraternally, Kathryn Marek, Treasurer —SPJST—
Lodge 156 Baytown invites Lodge 91, Crosby to June 20 meeting
Dear Members of Lodge 156, Baytown and Lodge 91, Crosby, As a follow up to the meeting of Lodge 156, Baytown on May 15, please know that you and your family are invited to participate in a specialcalled meeting at the Golden Corral Restaurant located at 4610 Garth Road in Baytown on Thursday, June 20. It was decided at the May meeting of Baytown lodge to invite members of the Crosby lodge to discuss and receive input on the idea of bringing the two lodges together in the future. A buffet dinner will be served starting at 7 p.m. A meeting will follow during which we will discuss reorganization, merger,
and reassignment options for Lodge 156, Baytown. Please RSVP on or before 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 20 by calling Sandra Dubcak in the President’s Office at (800) 727-7578. Thank you for your attention and consideration. I look forward to seeing you on June 20. Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—
Lodge 156 Baytown sets June 20 meeting
Lodge 156, Baytown will have a meeting on Thursday, June 20 at Golden Corral to discuss important issues of our lodge. We hope to have many members present. Please come and give us your opinion on certain issues. JoAnn Vojacek Recording Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 169 Brenham meets June 27
The officers and members of Lodge 169, Brenham voted to move the meetings back to the Country Inn II since the restaurant has re-opened under the management of the original owners. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 27 with the meal starting at 6:30 p.m. and meeting at 7 p.m. Country Inn Steakhouse is located at East 1000 Blue Belle Loop in Brenham. For more information, please contact Secretary-Treasurer Lenora Bliznak at (979) 277-8845. Fraternally, Don Strickland, President —SPJST—
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Lodge 183 Arlington presents monthly meeting updates
There was no meeting on Monday, June 10, 2013, due to no new information to discuss. A few reminders include Sunday, June 23—District Three Youth Achievement Day (YAD) is scheduled at Lodge 154, Fort Worth. Thursday, July 4 is the Arlington Fourth of July parade. The SPJST Float will participate in the parade. Come and enjoy the fun! Saturday, July 6 to Tuesday, July 9 is District Three Camp at SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm. The end of summer getaway and golf tournament are scheduled August 9 to 11 at Holiday Inn in Corpus Christi, Texas. Family night is scheduled for June 28. The lodge will supply the meat. Please bring your favorite side dish, and come and enjoy the hospitality! Birthdays for the month of June are Tom Weeks on the 3rd and John Sill also on the 3rd. Happy birthday to both of you!
Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Members Prepare, Serve 100 Meals for Community’s Homeless/Hungry
TOP PHOTOS: Volunteers from the Humble House and SPJST Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point prepare hot lunches to be served to the community’s homeless/hungry on June 9, 2013. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 246 Youth Leader Trish Konkler is pic-
tured with youth volunteers David, Ryan, Vincent, and Brandon. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 246 members, left to right, Charlie Herendon, Melanie Zavodny, James L. Lee, III, Brandon, Trish, and Brandt Konkler, and Ryan Mathis hand out plates and sack lunches.
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Next Meeting—July 8 The next meeting is July 8, the second Monday at 7 p.m. at Lodge 183, located at 3100 Pleasant Valley Drive in Arlington, Texas. Respectfully submitted, Darlene Hollingsworth Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
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Bartek family Retired Nurses from Ladies Circle of Lodge 92, Fort Worth The 50th annual Bartek family re-
Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy welcomes guests
After a meal at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 5, 2013, President Allen Trigg started the meeting at 7 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance. After the pledge, President Trigg welcomed all members and guests - Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny, FIC, District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and wife Linda, and District Two Fraternal Field Manager Hiram Dixon. Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride and wife Frances, who are members of Lodge 200, were also welcomed. Secretary Blanche then read the minutes from the previous meeting, and they were accepted as read. David Nauert then gave the fraternal activities report on upcoming events. Under old business, we reported on the Join Hands Day project and events of our annual Mayfest to benefit Bruceville-Eddy Volunteer Fire Department. Melanie then gave a report on the Bloomin’ Temple SPJST Car Show saying that they had a good turnout. At this time, there was no new business except for all the upcoming events and Corpus Christi getaway. District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and District Two Fraternal Field Manager Hiram Dixon each gave us a report on several different issues that are coming up. They also reported that for a small group of members who attend the meetings, that we have been very supportive to help people in need. Supreme Lodge Vice President McBride talked more about the disaster in West and of all the people who have helped them, and how much more money is needed. Special thanks to Frances McBride and Linda Pospisil for bringing desserts for the meal. A happy birthday wish went out to Michael Hosch and happy anniversary wishes to Jesse and Linda Pospisil. Door prizes were given out.
These retired nurses attended the last Ladies Circle of Lodge 92, Fort Worth’s meeting. They are, left to right, Marie Keller, Pauline Morbitzer, Marlene Bass, Caroline O’Brien, and Wilma Perry. —Submitted by Joan Simek Shropshire
Next Meeting—August 7 It was also decided that we would not have a July meeting because of the holiday so the next meeting will be Wednesday, August 7 at 6:30 p.m. James R. Hosch Vice President —SPJST—
Lodge 219, El Paso sets July 13 swim party
Dear Members, You are invited to SPJST Lodge 219, El Paso’s swimming party on Saturday, July 13, 2013, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Hawkins Swimming Pool, This indoor pool is located at 1500 Hawkins in El Paso, Texas 79925. The evening will include family and children’s entertainment. Come on out to join in the fun and games! Hot dogs/hamburgers will be served. Any guest invited by you who attends the party and is not an SPJST member will be participating for a surprise prize drawing. Please RSVP by July 8 as our capacity is only 150 people. Call (915) 630-8074 or Español - (915) 887-9446 Please leave a message if no answer. Admission is one canned food item per person at the door, but if you can bring more than one—it’s better! We will donate the canned food items to
El Paso Food Pantry. Thanks for your benevolence. Fraternally, Arnie Rivera, President —SPJST—
• • • Reunions • • •
Reunion notices are published at no charge and as a benefit to our SPJST members. First-run announcements may be edited to fit the space. Thereafter, and until the week prior to the reunion date and as space permits, notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Please include your SPJST lodge number/name, and your contact phone number. Thank you. June 22 Mrazek family—at American Legion Hall, Bishop, Texas. For information, contact Vivian Mrazek Williams (361) 877-1096 or email Islandsdarlin@aol.com. Submitted by Vivian Williams, Lodge 117, Robstown. —SPJST—
union will be held Saturday, July 13, 2013, at Ratibor Country Bar and Grill in Ratibor, Texas. Registration will begin at 10 a.m. Everything is furnished, but please bring a dessert (sugar-free/gluten-free items welcome). Remember also to bring an item or two for the auction. Pictures to share of your family, past reunions, or any other family information will be enjoyed. For information, contact Nancy Bigon (512) 365-2862 or Paula Pagel Faris (512) 818-0259. Submitted by, Nancy Bigon Lodge 29, Taylor Paula Pagel Faris Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
West Gala set for July 20 at Lodge 47 Seaton
On Wednesday, April 17, a massive fertilizer explosion rocked the Central Texas city of West. Six weeks have passed and, as expected, the media fanfare has subsided. Even so, dozens of homes near the plant remain vacant or have boarded-up windows as families work to repair the damage caused by the explosion that sprayed debris as far as two-and-a-half miles away from the plant. The blast destroyed 150 homes and buildings, injured 200 people, and killed 15, including 12 first responders who were working to put out the fire. The West Benevolence Fund was established by SPJST on the day after the explosion. Initial response — primarily, from SPJST members and lodges — has been gratifying. To date, more than $30,000 has been received. A committee consisting of the presidents of the four West-area SPJST lodges has been working to identify projects needing attention and submitting requests to the SPJST Home Office for the disbursement of funds contributed to the West Benevolence Fund. The first check issued was in the amount of $3,937 and was presented to West Sokol to enable the gymnastics club to purchase needed equipment that was lost when their building was destroyed.
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West Gala Saturday, July 20 SPJST is partnering with lodges, members, and friends of the Society to host the West Gala on Saturday, July 20 at Seaton Star Hall, courtesy of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. Proceeds will benefit the West Benevolence Fund. Tickets for the event are $50 each and will cover an enjoyable evening of dining and entertainment. Your $50 ticket also
entitles to you to one chance in the drawing. Additional chances in the drawing may be purchased by ticket holders on the night of the event. Grand prize will be a trip for two — transportation and lodging — to the Czech Republic furnished by V2 Incentives. Other prizes include five $250 Visa gift cards courtesy of RVOS Insurance (2), Gulf Coast Claims Serv-
ice (2), and Purifoy and Company Insurance (1). Slovacek’s Sausage will be furnishing a delicious barbecue dinner. Musical entertainment is being provided by The Ennis Polka Boys and Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six. Master of Ceremonies for the evening will be Alfred Vrazel, host of the long-running Vrazels’ Polka Show.
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Auction and Drawing Items We’re also in the process of collecting merchandise for the live auction, silent auction and bucket drawings that will be held on the night of the West Gala. By donating an item, you’ll also be making a contribution that will help the West Benevolence Fund make good things happen. Prize donors will be listed on the event program, and the
Scenes from Dallas Krouzek’s June Meeting Submitted by Carole Faraizl, Recording Secretary
LEFT PHOTO: Our sign-in table reflects our graduation theme for the June 2013 meeting. CENTER PHOTO: Anna Bradberry is crowned Birthday Queen for her May birthday while President Deanna Houpy and Vice
President Jerrie Becan lead the members in the birthday song. RIGHT PHOTO: Jerrie Houpy Becan explains the graduation pictures of her family that she brought for show-and-tell as Evelyn Cechan looks on.
LEFT PHOTO: Jerrie Becan also brought graduation pictures of her family members. CENTER PHOTO: Dallas Krouzek members always enjoy bringing and receiving all the lovely do vyhry gifts. RIGHT PHOTO: The members always also enjoy the lovely thematic decorations pro-
vided by Jerrie and Deanna. This month’s theme was graduation! Special Note: Dallas Krouzek does not have January or July meetings, so we will see everyone at our August 1 meeting, and we wish everyone a safe and happy summer vacation!
FAR LEFT PHOTO: Carole Nemec Faraizl brought her Ursuline graduation memorabilia. PHOTO 2: Yearbooks of President Deanna Vrla Houpy. PHOTO 3: Yearbook of Vice President Geraldine Houpy Becan. BELOW: Members enjoyed being grads again eating delicious graduation party foods.
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merchandise you give will be on display through the event. Gift baskets are always popular; however, any suitable gift item or service that you could donate to would be greatly appreciated. Gift baskets and other items are being collected at the SPJST Home Office at 520 North Main Street in Temple. Upon notification, we will also gladly make arrangements for pick up. For additional information on how to give an item or to schedule a pick-up, please contact Debbie Klinkovsky at SPJST Home Office at (800) 727-7578. Businesses seeking to offer underwriting support are also welcome. Your gift in the amount of $250 or more will designate your business as an event underwriter in the event program as well as provide you with promotional consideration leading up to the event. Pre-Gala Party—Friday, July 19 In conjunction with the West Gala, there will also be a pre-gala party on Friday night, July 19, at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall with 50s and 60s musical entertainment provided by Johnny and the Convertibles of Houston, Texas. There will be a freewill admission, and all ages are invited. The entertainment is being sponsored by Gulf Coast Claims Service, who along with RVOS, continues to play a major role in the West rebuilding effort.
Barbecue Cook-Off The entire Gala weekend is being held in conjunction with SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton's annual barbecue cook-Off. For cook-off registration information, please contact SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton President Edwin Pechal at (254) 985-2282 or (254) 984-2255. Your attention to all of these items on or before Friday, July 5 will be greatly appreciated! Please make your checks for tickets payable to: West Benevolence Fund c/o SPJST Home Office P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503
Please be sure to state on your check or on an attachment whether your check is for event underwriting or for tickets. The road to recovery for the residents of West is and has only just begun. Thank you for your time and for your consideration. For more information on the West Gala or West Benevolence Fund, please contact the SPJST Home Office at (254) 773-1575 or (800) 727-7578. —SPJST—
West Benevolence Fund
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The Society shares a deep personal and cultural attachment to the City of West and its legions of SPJST members, families, and friends. A loss of this magnitude bares our collective souls and brings us together as a community and a nation. We remain in touch with our members in and around West, monitoring the events as they unfold and providing assistance and support where it is needed. Please know that a committee consisting of the presidents of the four West-area SPJST lodges has been charged with the responsibility of evaluating local needs and submitting requests to the SPJST Home Office for the disbursement of funds contributed to the West Benevolence Fund. Also, know that we will be periodically posting the names of contributors to the West Benevolence Fund in the Vestnik. Updates will also be provided on projects funded through the West Benevolence Fund. Thank you for your kindness and generous support to those in need in West, Texas.
Thank You, West Benevolence Fund Donors!
Albert Tucker Allan Kresta Allen Bailey and Associates, Inc. Angela Walker Anne Meschwitz Betty Marek Blake Hurtik Brian Vanicek Carol M. Holcombe Charles and Vivian Palachek Charlie Herendon Charlie Walton Cheryl Traudt Christa Wade Christine M. Foster Darrell and Janet Betts David and Melanie Zavodny Nauert David Terry Dennis Roeder District Three Director’s Discretionary Funds Don and Crystal Mears Don Urbanovsky Dorothy L. Stiff and Dana L. Holland Edna B. Hall Edwin Bender Ellen Gerlich Frank and Susan Sacky Frederick Paul George Rhodes Georgia B. Hughes Gladys Almaguer Gladys S. Leatherwood Helen B. Fremin Horace and Lorene Cockrell J. Kristinek Jack and Catherine Manchack James and Frances Fisher Jan Danek Jean Sebesta Jennifer Dvorak Jennifer Malovets Jerome and Caramel Joy Hubalek
Donations Received Through June 13, 2013 Jerry and Lillian Beasley Jerry Otahal Jerry Vitek John and Frances Sparks Julia K. Donaho K & K Farms Karen Bartek Karen Kaspar Kenneth Mlcak Kim Vanek Kimberly J. Hamm Larry and Lynda Plunk Lawrence V. Novosad Linda Trcalek-Scamardo Linda Wiesner Lorraine Nealy Marceil Malak Margie Bubenik Marie Elsik Marie Peterson Martin and Shirley Narendorf Mary B. McInnis Melvin and Angeline Petru Merlene Bravenec Mildred Holeman Mr. and Mrs. Ballard Bennett Mr. and Mrs. Bobby D. Bridges Mr. and Mrs. Jerome J. Pavelka Mr. and Mrs. U.D. Adams Mrs. A. F. Wuthrich Nancy Machu Polka Lovers Klub Of America Texas Chapter 1 Ralph and Barbara Willis Raymond and Cecilia Patlovany Rita Spinn and Curtis Janke Robert Pleshar Rosalie Ormand Rosemary Crow Ruby Schroeder Sara Barton and Carolyn Shortt Milton Sheryl Sultenfuss
SPJST District Three SPJST District Seven SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood Youth Club SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor SPJST Lodge 30, Taiton SPJST Lodge 35, Elk SPJST Lodge 39, Bryan SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena SPJST Lodge 66, Waco SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi SPJST Lodge 80, Holland SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Bingo Account SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club SPJST Lodge 155, Austin SPJST Lodge 156, Baytown SPJST Lodge 157, Lubbock SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo SPJST Lodge 183, Arlington Bingo Account SPJST Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy SPJST Lodge 204, Stephenville Steve Lynch Sylvia Kay Malish Texas A&M University - Class of 2013 The Grand Lodge Of The Order Of The Sons of Hermann In The State Of Texas Tiffany Rohlfing Valerie Welch William Cantrell William Cardiff
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Death Claims Paid in May 2013
Alf A. Harmon Valrie Witliff Frank Lee Barak Ronald Wayne Socha Alfred Marek Anna Marie Mikeska Doris I. Kuban Anna Porteous Jarold Swafford Gregory S. Doucet Alton W. Fisher Dorothy Suchma Barak Theodore Paul Zrubek Jack D. Moseley Arthur S. Wiederhold Ann Vyvial Nathan S. Peschke Adele Dybala Suzanne Marie Kurtz Mattie Lee Beran Mary Montez Vasek Caroline Helen Konarik Clifton E. Pyburn Adelyne M. Holbert Joy L. Keener Alfredo C. Fuentez Melton Edwin Vrla Mary Ann Kucera Lorene L. Palla Deborah Kay Boyd Donny Horelka Bennie Lee Tubb LLorraine Maas Edward F. Martinka, Jr. James Lee Kosarek Eugene L. Fricke David Otis James Emil Haisler, Jr. Herbert Schovajsa Madlyn Jo Cloutier Elvira Ramon Lillian Elizabeth Docekal Lillian R. Kosarek
SPJST • Temple, Texas
Lodge Location
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Rowena Taylor Needville San Angelo Elgin Needville Seaton Corpus Christi Houston Lufkin Rowena Needville Houston Houston Pasadena Needville Houston-West Houston Hallettsville Kovar Dallas East Bernard Lovelady Cyclone Cycl0ne San Angelo Pilot Point-Tioga Dallas Seaton Hallettsville Jourdanton Centerville Seaton Placedo El Maton Seaton Houston New Tabor Bleiblerville-Nelsonville Shiner Corpus Christi LaGrange Seaton
Date of Admission
12/14/1954 2/12/1945 2/25/1939 12/08/1967 10/22/1941 5/14/1974 1/22/1963 10/03/1962 10/08/1976 3/02/2004 6/16/1975 2/12/1937 1/06/1958 6/19/2006 1/11/1982 11/26/1945 5/23/1979 10/06/1947 7/14/1965 8/04/1980 3/22/1960 11/01/1948 4/04/1979 1/20/1942 3/24/1970 10/17/2007 7/09/1954 6/11/1945 11/24/1947 7/24/1950 9/21/1981 12/29/1978 9/23/1948 3/05/1982 2/08/1968 9/10/1965 5/24/1973 2/11/1941 4/28/1945 6/01/1964 2/01/2007 8/08/1944 4/23/1932
To the Bereaved Survivors of Our Deceased Brothers and Sisters, SPJST Supreme Lodge Expresses Its Heartfelt Sympathy. Fraternally, Leonard D. Mikeska, FIC
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Date of Death
4/16/2013 3/26/2012 1/19/2013 4/09/2013 3/28/2013 4/10/2013 4/18/2013 2/23/2013 4/11/2013 4/07/2013 4/20/2013 4/21/2013 4/29/2013 4/25/2013 3/11/2013 4/03/2013 4/15/2013 2/09/2012 4/13/2013 4/24/2013 4/23/2013 3/20/2013 5/03/2013 3/31/2013 5/04/2013 4/20/2013 4/03/2013 2/20/2013 5/06/2013 5/15/2012 3/04/2013 4/29/2013 4/15/2013 5/09/2013 4/13/2013 3/01/2013 1/17/2013 4/08/2013 11/26/2012 2/03/2013 5/03/2013 3/27/2013 4/04/2013
Age
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In Memory of Jimmy Matus
Jimmy Ray Matus, age 52, of West, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2013, in West, while providing the ultimate sacrifice to the community of West. A rosary was recited at 6 p.m. Monday, April 29 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption in West by Janice Kaluza. Visitation Jimmy Matus followed until 8 p.m. Mass of Christian burial was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday April 30 at St. Mary’s Church in West with Reverend Ed Karasek officiating. Burial followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Jimmy lay in state beginning at 11 a.m. Sunday, April 28 at Aderhold Funeral Home. Jimmy was born November 9, 1960, in Waco to Raymond Rudolf and Lillian Frances (Soukup) Matus. He attended St. Mary’s School, was a 1979 graduate of West High School, and also attended McClennan Community College. He grew up spending summers at his Uncle Raymond and Aunt Rosie Knapeks’ house, where he developed his love of all things farm-related. Jimmy started working at his family business, Westex Welding and Fire Apparatus, at a very young age. He continued to work there for the next 40 years, the last 20 managing all aspects of the business. On May 11, 2002, he married Gail Bradburry. She preceded him in death on December 3, 2011. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption; SPJST Lodge 54, West; Sokol West, where he served as past president; the State Fireman’s Association; and was an honorary member of the Masonic Lodge in West. Jimmy also served on the West ISD school board and played the role of Santa Claus for many organizations including Sokol and the City of West. Jimmy loved to buy and sell equipment, attend fire shows, and especially spending time with his children and grandchildren. He also loved all his pets and farm animals. Jimmy was a very generous and giving person. It wasn’t uncommon for him to buy something at a benefit auction only to
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turn around and donate it to the next benefit. Survivors include parents Raymond and Lillian Matus of West; son Dustin Matus and fiancé Becca Wright of West; daughter Jennifer Kalina and fiancé Brian Walker of Lorena; stepdaughters Heather Roberson and Derek Barnes of Bosqueville and Karry Dornak and husband Jeff of Spring; sisters Kathy Matus and Cindy Matus, both of West; brother Thomas Matus and wife Ruth Ann of Chalk Bluff; grandchildren Alana, Hailey, Hanna, Ava, and Aaden; nieces Whitney Dudik and husband Martin, Emily Matus, and Taylor Matus; great-nieces Lillie and Audrey; in-laws Ivan and Florence Bradburry of Elm Mott; brother-in-law Curtis Bradburry and partner Bruce Harrison of China Spring; sisters-in-law Cathy Bradburry and Sherry Matus and husband Ben, all of West; mother of his children, Edwina Powell; and many other relatives and friends. Active pallbearers were David Dokupil, David Kofnovec, Michael Matus, Patrick Matus, David Dobecka, Alvin Soukup, Johnny Ray Hutyra, and Tim Soukup. Honorary pallbearers were Westex Welding employees and Johnny Trlica. Memorials may be made to the West Fire Department and West Ambulance Association. You are invited to share your thoughts and memories of Jimmy in our memorial guest book found at www.aderholdfuneralhome.com. Aderhold Funeral Home in West was in charge of arrangements. —SPJST—
In Memory of Margaret Janicek
Margaret Frances Frnka Janicek passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2013, at the age of 93. Born on March 17, 1920, in Columbus, Texas, Margaret was the eighth child of Joseph V. and Anna Frnka. Margaret married Ted Schulz of Rosenberg in 1942 and called Rosenberg her home for 51 years. Widowed in 1964, she Margaret Janicek began a new life with Lawrence J. Janicek in Pecos,
Texas, when they married in 1969. Margaret was a loving wife and mother and in later years was always “on the go.” She especially loved going to play bingo and to gamble in Louisiana. She always wore her lucky red hat that was given to her by her granddaughter and more often than not, Margaret was a winner. Margaret also enjoyed traveling. In recent years, she often visited her daughter Peggy in Colorado where they went sightseeing and gambling, too. Margaret simply loved life, and the world was made a better, happier place because of Margaret’s presence here. Margaret joined the Order of the Eastern Star in 1941 and remained an active member for more than 50 years. She also was a longtime member of SPJST Lodge 81, Needville and the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary in Wallis. Margaret was preceded in death by her beloved first husband Ted Schulz; her parents; and siblings Meteor Frnka, Lily Georg, Ida Anna Frnka, Evelyn Pridgen, Earl Joe Frnka, Ruby Driscoll, and Roxie Frnka. Margaret is survived by husband Lawrence J. Janicek of Wallis and his family; daughter Peggy Anne Sorenson and husband Curt, granddaughter Anna Baldwin and husband James, grandson Spencer Ted Sorenson, and great-grandson Orion Baldwin, all of Colorado; sister Mildred Hoeninghaus of Houston; and many nieces and nephews. All who loved Margaret celebrated her life on Monday, April 15 at Guardian Angel Catholic Church in Wallis with visitation from 5 to 7 p.m. and a rosary at 7 p.m. A funeral mass was held Tuesday, April 16 at 10 a.m. at Guardian Angel Catholic Church in Wallis. Interment followed at 2 p.m. at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Rosenberg, Texas. —SPJST—
In Memory of Christine Grellhesl
Christine Adela (Svrcek) Grellhesl, age 82, of West, passed away early Tuesday morning, June 4, 2013, at Hillcrest Baptist Medical Center in Waco. A rosary was recited and mass of Christian burial celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, June 7 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption in West with Reverend Ed Karasek as celebrant.
Burial followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery. The family received visitors from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, June 6 at the funeral home. Christine was born March 20, 1931, in West, the daughter of Ladin and Adela (Marek) Svrcek. She attended schools in Cottonwood and West. On November 7, 1949, she was united in marriage to William “Bill” Grellhesl in West. Christine was a seamstress with Woods Manufacturing in Waco and Lorch Manufacturing in West. She also worked for Ben Franklin in Waco. She designed and made wedding dresses for many years. She also cooked at many weddings, funerals, anniversaries, fundraisers, and the West Senior Center. Christine was a devoted Catholic and loved to pray the rosary. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption, Catholic Daughters of America Court 829 and SPJST Lodge 54, West. Christine loved her granddaughters and great-grandchildren, reading, flower gardening, quilting, and crocheting. She loved to make quilts, baby blankets, booties, and doilies, giving them away to many charities and fundraisers. Christine was preceded in death by her parents; and brother Ernest Svrcek. Survivors include her beloved husband of 63 years, William “Bill” Grellhesl of West; sons Richard Grellhesl and wife Helen of Waco and Johnny Grellhesl and wife Debbie of West; daughter Suzanne Holt and husband Philip of West; sisters Martha Prasifka of West and Mary Ann Hlavenka and husband Joe of Allen; sister-in-law Shirley Svrcek of Robinson; grandchildren Dr. Dana Grellhesl and fiancé Dr. Bobby Nix, Melanie Grellhesl and fiancé Neal Ewald, Rachel Haferkamp and husband Nick, Kristel Louis and husband Adam, and Heather LeAnn Holt; great-grandchildren Isabelle, Samuel, and one on the way, Benjamin; and several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Pallbearers were Nick Haferkamp, Adam Louis, Neal Ewald, Mike Prasifka, Joey Hlavenka, and Mark Hlavenka. Memorials may be made to West Ambulance Association, West Rest Haven Relief Fund, or to West Senior Center. You are invited to share your thoughts and memories of Christine in our memorial guest book found at www.aderholdfuneralhome.com. Aderhold Funeral Home in West was in charge of arrangements. —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy
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We, the Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville, express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of ALFRED JOHN “CRITTER” FINDEISEN, JR. Alfred John “Critter” Findeisen, Jr., age 67, of Del Valle passed away on June 5, 2013. He was born November 26, 1945, in Sparks, Texas, to Leona and Alfred John Findeisen, Sr. He graduated from Taylor High School in 1964 and served in the United States Air Force serving 11 months in Vietnam. He retired after 30 years at Huntsman Corp. His true passion in life was farming. He was Central Texas Farmer of the Year in 1985 and Travis County Cotton Producer of the Year in 1985 and 1986. He also served on the board of Taylor Cotton Compress. Critter will be missed by all who know him, and it was said he never met a stranger. Alfred was a 50-year member of SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Katherine; sister Leona Rieger and husband Charles of Round Rock; brother Leon Findeisen and wife Elizabeth of Leavenworth, Kansas; sisterin-law and brother-in-law, Karen and Herbert Raesz; brother-in-law Ralph Bachmayer; and numerous nieces and nephews. Alfred was preceded in death by his parents; brother Oscar Findeisen; and sister Mary Lou Bachmayer. Visitation was from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 8 at Providence Funeral Home in Taylor. Funeral services was held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 9 at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Austin with burial following at Taylor City Cemetery. May our departed brother rest in peace. Resolution Committee Ruth Ann Wuensche Alice Wuensche —SPJST—
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2013 SPJST District Camps at SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm 2001 Waldeck Road • Ledbetter, Texas
Saturday, July 6 to Tuesday, July 9 — District Three Camp Thursday, July 11 to Monday, July 14 — Districts Five/Six/Seven Camp Thursday, July 18 to Monday, July 21 — District One Camp Thursday, July 25 to Monday, July 28 — Districts Two/Four Camp ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
District Youth Achievement Days Sunday, June 23 — District Three at Lodge 154, Fort Worth Saturday, June 29 — District Four at Lodge 49, Rowena Sunday, June 30 — District Five at Lodge 88, Houston Sunday, June 30 — District Seven at Lodge 107, Floresville Saturday, July 13 — District Two at Lodge 47, Seaton Sunday, July 21 — District Six at Taiton Community Center Sunday, July 28 — District One at Caldwell Civic Center
Spaghetti Lunch Fundraiser for Danny & Lori Slack and Family
Friday, July 12, 2013 SPJST Home Office
520 North Main Street in Temple, Texas
Spaghetti and Beef/Marinara Sauce Salad/Dressing • Bread • Dessert
Convenient Drive-Thru Plate Pick-Up 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Pre-Sale Tickets Only: $8 donation per plate Plates must be purchased by July 3. Plate tickets available at SPJST Home Office in Temple and Ray’s Auto Repair in Zabcikville.
For more information or to order plates online or by phone, visit www.spjst.org or call (254) 773-1575 (small convenience fee added per plate for credit card/online orders)
Also, prize drawing with 20 spectacular prizes!
All proceeds benefit the Slack family’s medical and financial needs.
SPJST Youth
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District Two youth plan fun-filled summer
Dear Members, Summer 2013 is finally here. I am ready and hope all of you are for a great SPJST District Two summer. We have a lot planned, and I hope you can attend all the activities. When you read this letter, 18 Leaders-in-Training (LITs) from District Two will have just completed learning what it takes to be a trustworthy and experienced LIT. I look forward to these young people helping out at camp and in their lodges. What an honor and a lifetime memory for our young campers to look up to their LIT as someone special. I appreciate each of your help. Please note the following dates for our fun-filled summer: Friday, June 21 Swim party for all members and their guests at Temple’s Walker Pool, located at 2615 North 3rd Street. The time is 7 to 9 p.m. Drinks and paper goods will be provided. Each family is asked to bring snacks to share. Friends are invited.
All YAD Cards, Etc. Due June 21 Also, on this day—June 21—all Youth Achievement Day cards, typed recipe cards, copy of hobby kit instructions, copy of CD and words for group and individual talent (if singing/lip synching a song), final draft of royalty speech, autobiography for all royalty contestants, and a picture of each king and queen contestant are due. All of the above must be completed and turned in on June 21.
All Camp Forms Must Be Completed by June 21 If you have any questions, please
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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
contact your youth leaders or myself. Also on this date—June 21—all completed online camp forms and release forms must have been sent to State Youth Director Lynette Talasek at the Home Office. All camp chaperones must have been in touch with me prior to this date also along with their forms completed online and their releases sent in to the Home Office.
Tuesday, June 25 Royalty contests will meet at 7 p.m. at Lodge 47, Seaton. Bring your speeches.
Saturday, June 29 Beseda dancers will perform in Temple at Pioneer Days at 9:30 a.m. Please let me know if you plan to participate.
Tuesday, July 2 Royalty contestants will meet at 7 p.m. at Lodge 29, Taylor. Beseda dancers will perform at S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living in Taylor at 6:45 p.m. Call me if you can dance.
Saturday, July 13 District Two Youth Achievement Day (YAD) at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. Registration is from 10 to 11:15 a.m. Royalty will begin first with parent escort like last year.
Sunday, July 21 Mandatory camp chaperone training. All chaperones attending camp must attend this training which is required by the state. The training will be held at 3 p.m. at Ratibor Country Grill. Groups and schedules will be given to all chaperones. Meal follows the training. We hope to be finished around 6 p.m.
Thursday, July 25 at 10 a.m. to Sunday, July 28 at 10 a.m. District Two/District Four WesternThemed Camp! We are planning a
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fantastic camp. Get your gear ready for a “Redneck Hoe Down Dance.” Chaperones, let’s get our overalls ready for the dance.
Lodge 80, Holland Youth Club Presents 2013-2014 Officers
Saturday, August 3 State Youth Achievement Day at the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center in Temple. All youth—active and non-active members—sign up for the special category. Friday, August 9 to Sunday, August 11 SPJST summer getaway in Corpus Christi. Watch the Vestnik for details.
Saturday, September 7 Support the SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm Family Fun Day. Watch the Vestnik for details.
Saturday, September 14 Six Flags Over Texas! Let me know as soon as possible if you plan to attend for discounted tickets. A bus will leave from Taylor and also from Temple. Park tickets are $30 in advance, and the bus will be paid by the district youth fund for all active members.
Sunday, September 22 District Two Fall Meeting at Lodge 80, Holland. Remember the Christmas Ornament Contest!
Don’t forget to get your letters to the Vestnik to win a gift certificate! What a fun summer filled with district activities! Let all your friends read this letter so they can see how much fun we have. Who wouldn’t want to be a member of our SPJST organization? Just ask someone to join you at any of these activities (except camp), and who knows, you may have just gotten a new member for your youth club! Thank you to all our youth who make our times together so much fun and memorable. Thank you, parents, for all your time and miles getting our youth from one place to another. And to our youth leaders—thank you for your time and dedication to the youth and the SPJST Youth Program. I appreciate each of you so much! I hope each of you enjoys your summer. Be safe and see you soon! Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—
Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club reports on June meeting
Lodge 30, Taiton met on June 2, 2013, at St. John Parish Hall. The meeting was called to order by Dylan Treumer. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela went over important summer dates, such as Leaders-in-Training (LIT) camp, District Six Camp, Youth Achievement Day (YAD), SPJST summer getaway and State YAD. She also reminded us that our YAD cards are due as soon as possible.
Next Meeting—July 7 Our next meeting will be July 7 at Youth Leader Lisa Bubela’s home. The meeting was then adjourned. Fraternally, Grant Bubela, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 48 Beyersville Youth Club reports on June meeting
The June 9, 2013, meeting of SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville Youth Club was called to order by President Collin Vanecek. Kacie Vanecek led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were eight members, two guests, and nine adults. Guests were Heidi Cox, age five, from Taylor. Minutes were read by Miranda Nira and approved. Brooke Newsom gave the treasurer’s report. We also welcomed new youth club member Alyssa Nira, age 10. She attends Main Street Intermediate in Taylor.
The 2013-2014 Lodge 80, Holland Youth Club officers are, left to right, Treasurer Mackenzie Barton, Vice President Allison Janke, President Shelby Horak, Secretary Jacob Horak, Reporter Lauren Janke; and Flag Bearer Alex Barton.
Youth Leader Donna Vanecek reported that LIT camp is June 14, 15, and 16; District Two Youth Achievement Day (YAD) is July 13; and June 21 is the swimming party; YAD cards are due then also. Donna also reported that we sold 129 dozen kolaches. It was fun. There was one birthday - Kayla Wuensche on June 20 - who is turning 13 years old. After the meeting, the mother lodge served a delicious meal - chicken fajitas, rice, refried beans, and desserts which was prepared and served by Ruth Ann Wuensche and Linda Morley. The meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Kayla Wuensche, age 12 Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 49, Rowena youth enjoys park, putt-putt, coconut snow cone
Dear SPJST, We had our June meeting at the Ballinger Park and played putt-putt golf. I had so much fun. We then got to eat a snow cone. I got a white coconut which is mine and my mom’s favorite. Hunter Wood —SPJST—
Lodge 49, Rowena youth: Sponge Bob snow cone
Dear SPJST, I played putt-putt golf at our June meeting. It was lots of fun but really hot. I got to eat a snow cone, and it cooled me down. I got a Sponge Bob snow cone. I thought that was really neat. It tasted good, too. Tanner Wood, —SPJST—
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Sealy KC June Music Fest set for this weekend
Sealy KC June Music Fest will be held this weekend - Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23 - at Sealy KC Hall, located at 1310 Highway 90 West in Sealy, Texas. This is an air conditioned hall with a wood floor. Air Conditioned and Wood Floor Country/polka music will be played on Saturday, June 22 from 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. by Al Sulak and Country Sounds and Central Texas Sounds. Hamburgers will be served from 7 to 10 p.m. On Sunday, June 23, from 1 to 7 p.m. will be Red Ravens and Czech and Then Some. A fried chicken dinner will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hamburgers will be available after 2 p.m. For more information, call (979) 885-6786 or see the ad on page 21 of this week’s Vestnik. The event is sponsored by Sealy Knights of Columbus No. 3313. Submitted by, Bernice Stolarski Lodge 141, Sealy —SPJST—
Polka Paw-ty to benefit homeless animals at Lodge 88, Houston
A SMART Rescue, Cleo the Cat and polkabeat.com are combining their passion for animals and polka music to bring you the world’s first “Polka Pawty” fundraiser for homeless animals (at least as far as we know). Let’s Polka for Pets Slavic Dinner and Dance will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2013 at SPJST Lodge 88, 1435 Beall Street in Houston.
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Doors open at 6 p.m. with free Slavic dance lessons by Valina and Ross of Das Ist Lustig beginning at 6:15 p.m. Dinner will begin at 7 p.m. and dancing, with music by the Grammy-winning Brave Combo, will start at 8:30 p.m. and last until midnight. Tickets are $20 each or table of eight for $140, and can be purchased online at www.smartpetz.org.
Proceeds will be used for the ongoing construction of A SMART Rescue’s small, private sanctuary in Conroe. Sponsorship opportunities are still available at http://www.indiegogo.com /projects/let-s-polka-for-pets?c=home. Sponsor levels range from $50 to $1,000 and include various perks, such as recognition in the event program, com-
Czech Cultural Calendar
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. Now Through Dec. 31 Czech Muzika, Texas-Style Exhibit—at Czech Heritage Museum, Temple, 119 West French Street. (254) 899-2935. Visit www.czechmuseum.org.
Saturdays Through September Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum—at 200 Fawn Street, Caldwell, Texas. Open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feature display is items used to raise babies and toddlers during the early 1900s. Private tours available. Call Lora Petty (979) 567-1871 or Margaret Polansky (979) 535-8127.
June 17 - 20 Czech Feszt for Kids—at Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, Temple.
June 19 CHS Travis/Williamson County Meeting CHS—at Pflugerville Recreation Center, 400 Immanuel Road, Pflugerville at 7 p.m. For information/questions, contact Eileen Rosipal (512) 452-3292; or ERosipal@aol.com. Submitted by Pat Gerick, Reporter. June 22 Czech Youth and Family Day—at TCHCC, 250 Fairgrounds Road, La Grange: Event includes tours, Miss Texas Czech-Slovak Queen and other
queens; Czech travel presentation; demonstrations - strudel making; ‘Pernicky’ ginger cookie decorating; Dulcimer; egg decorating; doll making; tarocky; plus other activities if time permits. Children - ages five to 15 years; families encouraged to attend. Registration - 9:30 a.m.; activities -10 a.m. For information, contact Jean Blaha Davis (979) 884-0182; via email: jandwdav@verizon.net; or Vlasta Vitek (512) 836-0383; via email: valvitek@earthlink.net. (888) 785-4500; also visit czechtexas.org. Event hosted by CHS of Texas. Submitted by, Larry Jackson.
June 29 Polka Paw-ty “Let’s Polka for Pets Slavic Dinner and Dance” Benefit— at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street in Houston. Doors open 6 p.m. Free Slavic dance lessons by Valina and Ross of Das Ist Lustig 6:15 p.m. Dinner-7 p.m. Dancing, with music by Grammy-winning Brave Combo - 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. Purchase tickets online at www.smartpetz.org for $20 each; or table of eight for $140. Proceeds benefit the ongoing construction of A SMART Rescue’s small, private sanctuary in Conroe. Sponsorship opportunities are still available at http://www.indiegogo.com /projects/let-s-polka-forpets?c=home. July 12 - 13 TCGS hosts Generation to Generation Research Conference—at Caldwell Civic/Visitors’ Center, 103 Presidential Corridor-Highway 21W, Caldwell, Texas. Visit www.txczgs.org. —SPJST—
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plimentary tickets, Polka On! items - including some for pets - and free tickets to other polka events.
Polka for Pets Extras at Cactus Music Saturday, June 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.—Cleo the Cat invites you to learn more about A SMART Rescue during this in-store live music set. Bring pet food donations and buy your tickets to Let’s Polka for Pets. Saturday, June 29 at 5:30 p.m.— Brave Combo will perform an in-store live music set before heading over to Lodge 88 for the Slavic dinner and dance.
About SMART Animal Rescue A SMART Rescue is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) organization (EIN # 04-3695847) founded in 2002. SMART has helped reduce the number of unwanted animals euthanized in Harris and surrounding counties by successfully placing over 4,000 animals into loving homes. Animals are cared for in the homes of volunteers pending adoption. In addition to web-based adoptions, the organization holds weekend adoptions at three PetSmart locations. SMART also provides sanctuary to animals with medical and behavioral issues prohibiting adoption. About Cleo the Cat Cleo the Cat was rescued from a kill shelter. As a Houston socialite, it’s Cleo’s mission to increase awareness about rescue animals, raise money for rescue organizations and have a great time while doing it.
About polkabeat.com Founded in 2010, polkabeat.com promotes Texas polka music and heritage. The website features schedules for polka dances and festivals across the state, as well as photos, videos and the latest polka news. The Polka On! Store offers polka CDs and DVDs, cool teeshirts, jewelry and gifts. Proceeds are used to reinvest in the polka community by supporting bands and festivals. —SPJST—
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Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Czechs honor American liberators
To think another country, has honored our United States Military for so many years . . . On May 4, 1945, General Patton gave the order to resume the offensive in West Bohemia. The 2nd and 97th Infantry Divisions and the 16th Armored Division pushed forward in the direction of Plzeň. American tanks appeared on the streets of the city from 8 a.m. on the morning of Sunday, May 6, to be greeted with immense enthusiasm by local inhabitants . . . The city of Plzeň (Pilsen), Czech Republic remains grateful to its American friends and allies for their heroic actions on May 6, 1945. Plzeň commemorates its liberation by the American Army during World War II during its annual Liberation Festival.
Plzeň, Czech Republic - For 45 years, the people of Plzeň (Pilsen), in the Czech Republic, were unable to express their gratitude to the American Soldiers who liberated their city from the Nazis on May 6, 1945. When the Iron Curtain was lifted in 1989, Plzeň has since then educated its citizens on the circumstances of their liberation - circumstances and details which were kept from them during Communist rule. So one of the first anniversaries Plzeň’s citizens chose to remember was that day - May 6, 1945 so many years ago. Since 1990, the city of Plzeň - the home of the famous Czech beer Pilsner Urquell - has organized the annual Liberation Festival taking place in May, which has become a local tradition, and has been attended by many
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American and Allied veterans. The annual Plzeň Liberation Festival remains a source of great pride for this small city in western Czech Republic. “The fact that we are visited by American veterans is a great and unique opportunity for us. They came to a country they hardly knew. It was uncharted waters for them but they did not hesitate to put their lives at stake to bring us freedom,” said Plzeň’s mayor, Martin Baxa. While the event has its roots in 1945 when George Patton’s Third Army led the liberation of western Czechoslovakia, Plzeň city planners have added a modern day focus designed to impress upon young people the meaning of the liberation to them and their future as Czech citizens. One of the highlights of the festival is the procession of historic vehicles through the centre of the city, where the streets will be lined by thousands of enthusiastic fans. In addition to seeing veteran vehicles, commemorative events, exhibitions and concerts, the festival includes scenes from the everyday lives of common soldiers and the inhabitants of the Protectorate. Lovers of military history can also look forward to contemporary military camps with authentic equipment, exhibitions and concerts.
Young World War II enthusiasts can be seen throughout the downtown area dressed in period uniforms, both Czech and American. Many are teenagers who are able to connect the events of 1945 to their lives today. American veterans are the stars of the show in Plzeň. Several return annually to the place where they fought hard to liberate the people of Plzeň.
These soldiers of yesterday are advanced in years, but with memories of 1945 still intact. Former Lieutenant Earl Ingram has come back to Plzeň several times; he was a platoon leader during the war. When Ingram arrived in Plzeň, the shooting had stopped, and he “saw the happiest and most grateful people in my life.”
Czech Muzika - Texas Style. Please come to the opening reception on Thursday, June 20, 2013, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Czech Heritage Museum, located at 119 West French Avenue in Temple. Presentations will be by Patrick Sparks, president of Texas Dance Hall Preservation, Inc., and Alfred Vrazel of the Vrazels’ Polka Band and radio host of the Vrazel Polka Show on KMIL in Cameron, Texas. Music is the social life of the Czech people. Where two or more are gathered, you will find a community center or dance hall. These halls bring families together to celebrate occasions, to listen to their favorite bands, and most of all to dance their favorite many step . . . the polka. From the late 1800s to the present, there were many Czech bands and orchestras that played throughout Texas. Highlighted in this exhibit are stories and photos of Czech bands, instruments that made the melodies, and the phonographs that played the recordings at home. The Czech Heritage Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit www.czechmuseum.org or call (254) 899-2935 for more information. —SPJST—
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Ingram and his fellow veterans, wearing their veteran’s hats and hardearned medals, make the pilgrimage back to Plzeň to salute those they liberated and receive the thanks from a still-grateful Plzeň community now 68 years later. Mayor Baxa expressed the great level of community pride that endures in Plzeň and as an historian, he is also able to connect the events of 1945 to his city and country today. The Czech Republic is now a NATO ally and training partner with the United States forces stationed in Germany and a contributing nation to the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan.
“The United States Army has done a great deal to keep Europe safe. It did a big part in World Wars II and World War II. I am very happy that it continues its role as a guarantor of security and peace today,” said Baxa. The annual May celebration is one of the biggest events of the year for the people of Plzeň. It includes military displays, wreath layings, and a gala concert.
SOURCES: http://www.army.mil/media/246107. Photo Credit: Sgt. Daniel Holmes (JMRC Public Affairs). U.S. Army veterans of World War II gather in front of the Gen. George S. Patton Museum in Plzeň, Czech Republic, during the Plzeň Liberation Festival, May 4, 2012. The city of Plzeň holds an annual celebration in honor of the American soldiers who fought there as part of Gen. George Patton’s Third Army in the closing days of World War II. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Daniel Holmes/released). Plzeň Liberation Festival 2013. 05.05.2013 / 18:45. http://www.czechtourism.com/e/plzen-liberationfestival/. http://www.liberationfestival.com/liberation-festival-pilsen/
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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 Dean Carender (903) 564-7359.
LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Friday, June 21—Social night, 6 p.m. Saturday, June 22—Krizan family reunion Friday, June 28—Malone Coop Annual meeting, 6 p.m. Saturday, June 29—Girard reunion, 10 a.m. Friday, July 5—Social night, 6 p.m. Sunday, July 7—SPJST Lodge No. 6 meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, July 13—Hrabal reunion Sunday, July 14—Sonnenberg/Radke reunion Friday, July 19—Social night, 6 p.m. Sunday, July 21—SPJST Lodge No. 6 116th Annual Picnic: fried chicken/sausage with all the trimmings; plates-to-go; serving at 11 a.m. with charity auction; prize drawing; and youth club games following. Watch for details. Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Directions: From Interstate 35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light and stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take Farm Road 2114 East for 3 miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road. The lodge hall is on the right about 1/2 mile down the road. Hall Rental Information: (254) 826-5882; Hall Phone: (254) 826-0005. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Hall, 503 Park Drive, Weimar.
LODGE 9, SNOOK (1) Lodge Hall: 457 CR 269, Snook. Directions: From Snook, turn on FM 2155 to downtown. At Snook School, stay right on Spur 2155. At “T”, turn right on CR 269. Go 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3732. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 425 CR 424, Dime Box. Directions: In Dime Box, turn left from FM 141 on CR 424. Go east on CR 425 for 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 884-1451; Hall Phone: (979) 8843211. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at the hall. Please join us!
LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 36, Buckholts. Directions: Hall is located on Highway 36, east of Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: (254) 593-2222. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Refreshments served after meeting, and door prizes awarded.
LODGE 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions: From Caldwell, turn from Highway 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles; turn left on CR 225. Go one mile, veering to the right. Lodge building is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Sunday, June 23—The Czechaholics, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $7 per person
Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Irene Helgren (512) 281-4534; band bookings-Artie Monson (512) 281-3711; Hall phone: (512) 285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. at the hall. Call Youth Leader Joyce Bowen for information (512) 856-2481.
LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davilla, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Rita Marburger (512) 859-2584. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Directions: Located 12 miles south of Schulenburg, in Moravia. From Highway 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West four miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North. Go one mile; hall is on the right. Lodge Meetings: Tuesday after the second Sunday in March, June, and September, 7:30 p.m.; and the first Sunday of December, 3 p.m.
LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Burlington. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit at blinking light on Hwy 53 to FM 485; go one mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Mark or Brenda Maddux (254) 985-0002; Hall phone: (254) 9852393. 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. LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Saturday, June 22—Private party Thursday, July 11—Lodge meeting, 7 p.m. Saturday, July 13—Rental Sunday, July 14—Youth club meeting, 1:30 p.m Saturday, July 20—Rental
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) 8758381. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: 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. 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) Friday, June 21—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 from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, June 26— Live music: Sam and Bobby Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, June 28—Edward Kopecky’s Czech Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers from 6 to 9 p.m.
All Wednesday and Friday night dances have free admission.
Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, at intersection of State Hwy 95 and US 79 Business (4th Street), turn east on Hwy 79. Proceed to FM 619, turn north (left) and go about .8 mile to the hall. Hall Rental Information: (512) 352-9139; Hall Phone: (512) 352-9139. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. 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. As always, Thrall 4H Booster Club will be selling grilled cheese sandwiches and 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, June 22—Cherokee Rose
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’Shea’s (979) 324-5961; FAC Dianna Everett (979) 693-5287. Insurance certificates info, call Secretary Lillie Matejka O’Shea’s (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) 243-4222; 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. LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca, Texas.
LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy. 53, Temple. Directions: Seaton Star Hall is five miles east of Temple on Highway 53 (Adams Avenue). Star Hall is a nonsmoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Frank Klinkovsky (254) 773-4801; Hall Phone: (254) 9852548. 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.
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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) 450-8310. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall, except July 15 at 6:30 p.m. and August 12 at 6:30 p.m., and October 13 at 4 p.m. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 5:30 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) Please Note: The June 2 lodge meeting has rescheduled. The next lodge meeting will be held Friday, August 2 at 7 p.m. at St. Joseph Hall, 303 South Harrison Street, West, Texas (next to St. Mary’s Catholic Church).
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.
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: Location, date, and time to be announced in the Věstník minutes for each month’s meeting. 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 SPJST@yahoo.com. Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 4 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Saturday of each month 2 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.
LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From IH-35 East in Dallas, take IH-20 East. From IH20 East, take the IH-45 exit toward downtown Dallas. IH-45 runs into Hwy 75. From Hwy 75, take a right at Bryan Street exit. From Bryan Street, turn right on Cantreal Street and go until you come to Floyd Street; take a right on Floyd Street. Hall is the second building on the right. Hall Rental Information: (214) 8263557. 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.
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LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north onto 50th Street; go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371; Shop (254) 773-6164. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Friday, June 21—The Dancehall Kings, country/western. $15 per person Saturday, June 22—No dance Saturday, June 29—No dance Saturday, July 6—The Moonglow Orchestra, big band music. *Dress Code. $15 per person Saturday, July 13—Mark Halata and Texavia, polka/variety. $10/person Saturday, July 20—Jack Melick Orchestra, big band music. *Dress Code. $15 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.lodge.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. 17407503501. LODGE 91, CROSBY (5) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings—TBA in the Věstník. Contact Secretary Vonda Smesny (713) 870-7114.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) 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. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 117, ROBSTOWN (7) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of March, June, September, and December, 1:30 p.m. at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard, Corpus Christi.
LODGE 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date/time/location, call Secretary Stanley (Martha) Vrla (214) 826-2670/email mvrla@sbcglobal.net; or Sales Agent John Vrla (214) 906-3385/email jvrla@cebridge.net.
LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio.
LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Hall: 2622 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy. 287 East exit. Stay Hwy. 287 on until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and
under the overpass at IH-45. Then go approximately 1 3/4 miles on Hwy. 34. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Larry Valek (214) 794-7674. Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. at Danbury City Hall, Danbury.
LODGE 141, SEALY (1) 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. unless otherwise noted. ; meal served at 1 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Annex Building, 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Note: May, July, 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 (the Heights). For information, contact Lodge 142, Houston President Keith Kieschnick (713) 203-8712; or Secretary Alice Jochen (979) 743-3613. 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 Sunday of March, June, September, and December. Call Secretary Ginny Prasatik (512) 472-1721 for meeting time/location. LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of every other month, 1 p.m. Call Secretary Cynthia Kristinek (806) 763-7245; ckristinek@yahoo.com for meeting location.
LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of January, April, July, and October, 12 noon at Wall Volunteer Fire Department, Wall.
LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY (5) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony.
LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday in February, April, June, August, October, and December at On The Deck, 1600 FM 389, Brenham, Texas 77833. Meal and social at 6:30 p.m.; meeting at 7 p.m.
LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Reservations/Hall Rental Information: Jo (713) 9936878; Hall Phone: (713) 487-3297. Country/Western dances are held on the first Saturday of each month, 7 to 11 p.m., except when noted. Variety dances are held on the fourth Saturday of each month, 7 to 10 p.m., except when noted. Beer, soft drinks, and ice
are available at the bar. (Do not bring them inside the hall.) Regular Lodge/Covered Dish Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, meal at 1 p.m. followed by meeting at 2 p.m. with the exception of November and December, as noted. Lodge Executive Board Meetings/Trustee Meetings and Workdays: First Monday of each month, (unless the first Monday is a holiday) at 2 p.m. Dances: Held the first Saturday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Variety Dances: Fourth Saturday of the month, unless noted.
LODGE 177, ACADEMY (2) Lodge Hall: 711 Rio Poco, Little River. Directions: Hall is on the south side of Academy, just off Hwy 95, on the right. Hall Rental Information: (254) 9824530. Hall Phone: (254) 982-4434. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall; Trustees meet at 6:30 p.m. Bingo: Every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; kitchen is open.
LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at Carmine Lions Club Building, 201 Centennial Street, Carmine.
LODGE 180, BURLESON (3) Lodge Hall: 1150 South Burleson Boulevard, Burleson. Directions: IH-35 West, one-quarter mile south of Hidden Creek Parkway exit in Burleson. Hall Rental Information: (817) 558-2400; (817) 295-3483; (817) 371-0255; (972) 268-0022; Hall Phone: (817) 295-9665. Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 181, CONROE (5) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of each month, 6 p.m. at Incredible Pizza, 230 South Loop 336, Conroe, Texas 77304 (north side of South Loop 336 immediately west of I-45). For more information, contact Barbara Williams-Rash (936) 295-7778/email b.d.willrash@att.net; Chuck Toney (281) 362-9062/email cdtiii@toney.us; or Jim Dinaso (281) 8363649/email jimdinaso@gmail.com. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3 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 IH20 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) 4658538; (214) 876-9029. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Last Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Hall: FM 532 West, Moulton. Directions: From Texas 95 in Moulton, take FM 532 West four miles. Lodge hall is located on the right. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS (7) Lodge Meetings: Every other month - February, April, June, August, October, and December. Call for meeting date, time, and location. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Theresa Haag (830) 6258262 for meeting date/time/location.
LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy. 36, Caldwell. Directions: Lodge building is just off Hwy. 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: (979) 567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Social games: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002. LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy. 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. There will be a 7-11 on the right. Turn right; proceed past Hopewell School. Continue through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. From Temple: Take IH-35 South. Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign; take left on University Boulevard. The third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right is Luther Peterson Boulevard.
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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: George Scogin (936) 875-2867. Lodge Meetings: Thursday night before the third Friday night of the month, 7 p.m. at the lodge hall. Regular Dances: Third Friday night of each month, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Please continue to bring finger foods for the snack table. LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Lodge Hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Directions: Off Hwy 290 West at Skinner. Hall Rental Information: (281) 351-1045; Hall Phone: (281) 3739482. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, at 2 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. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 202, JOURDANTON (7) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. (March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m.) at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. (March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m.) at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton.
LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE (3) Lodge Meetings: For meeting date/time/location, call Norman Kneschk (254) 386-3222; or email normk_82@hughes.net. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Sandra Pierce (254) 485-5801 for meeting date, time, and location.
LODGE 207, IOWA PARK (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Mary Hatter (940) 322-8503; or any sales agent for meeting location.
LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: Every third Sunday of January, March, May, July, and September at 6 p.m. Contact Secretary Pam Lehmann (806) 561-5105 for location. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month at 5 p.m. Contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams (806) 990-3351 for location.
LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m. Call Secretary Edna Rivas (915) 7272048 for meeting location.
LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Call for meeting location Secretary Tammy Copeland (325) 320-4089. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Deborah Stevens (325) 660-1421 for meeting date/time/location.
LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT (2) Lodge Meetings: First Monday of each month at SPJST Home Office, 520 North Main Street, Temple. Meal at 6 p.m. followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m. For information, contact President James L. Lee, III (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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