ˇ ´ VESTNIK S P J S T
Volume 101 Number 26
Benevolence
H E R A L D
★ Humanity
ISSN —07458800
★ Brotherhood
July 3, 2013
2013 SPJST Leaders-in-Training
SPJST teen youth club members from across Texas gathered at SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm Friday, June 14 to Sunday, June 16 for Leaders-in-Training Retreat. A total of 71 youth and 25 adult chaperones participated in this year’s retreat.
District Three Royalty
Congratulations to 2013 District Three Queen Katherine Durham and Duchess Brooklyn Anderson, both of Lodge 92, Fort Worth. They were crowned at District Three Youth Achievement Day held June 23 at Sokol Fort Worth.
District Three Youth Achievement Day photos and results appear on pages 22 to 26. N N N N N N N N
Interest Rates.......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 Readers Write ......................................3 SPJST Cookbook Order Form............5 Lodge Section......................................6 Reunions ............................................13
Inside Th is Week’s Vestnik
In Memoriam ......................................14 Youth Section.....................................15 Vestnik Project...................................21 Czech Culture ....................................27 Advertisements .................................29 Lodge Calendar .................................30
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“Tropical Cake” from SPJST Tasty Traditions Cookbook
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Lodge 54 West gives $5,000 to West Benevolence Fund
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Lodge 181 Conroe Youth Club hosts first meeting
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Wednesday, July 3, 2013
Editor’s Note
God Bless America
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
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Happy Fourth of July, Vestnik readers and SPJST members! Wish-
ing you a very safe and wonderful holiday celebrating our beautiful America. It will be celebrated . . . with pomp and parade . . . bonfires and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other. —John Adams (1735-1826) on July 4th celebrations
One SPJST float will be participating in the Arlington Fourth of July parade at 9 a.m. and the other float will be in the Belton Fourth of July parade at 10 a.m. If you are at these parades, please shout a big “hello” as the floats come by. We have an early Vestnik deadline this week due to the Fourth of July holiday. The deadline for the July 10 Vestnik was Tuesday, July 2 at 12 noon. The deadline for the July 17 Vestnik is Wednesday, July 10 at 5 p.m. Unless otherwise stated, the deadline for each week’s Vestnik is the preceding Wednesday at 5 p.m. And, if you submit something for the Vestnik and either do not see it in print or have not been contacted by us, please call or email. Thank you to all of our contributors. We greatly appreciate you.
prizes. Prizes include 32-inch LCD HDTV; $200 Lowe’s Gift Card; $100 Visa Gift Card; $75 Green’s Sausage House Gift Card; $30 Coufal-Prater Gift Card; $25 Oscar Store Gift Certificate and Tee-Shirt; $20 Best Quality Meats Gift Certificate and Bottle of Seasoning; 2Burner Gas Grill; 16-Gallon Shop Vac; Motorcycle Tire Plus Mount at Troy’s Auto Care; Front-End Alignment at Troy’s Auto Care; 5-Gallon Car Wash Bucket with Supplies; iLive Portable Music System ($89.99 value); Bag of Hair Care Products ($80 value); Handcrafted Wreath; “Movies In and Out” Gift Basket; 14-Cup Coffee Maker; Wes’s Burger Shack Fish Dinner for 2, Hot Sauce, and Tee-Shirt; Ratibor Country Grill’s Hamburger Steak Dinner for 2; and Ratibor Country Grill’s 1/2 Chicken-Fried Steak Dinner for 2. What awesome prizes! Call the Home Office for more details. All of these prizes have been donated, and we greatly appreciate the donors. Special thanks also to those who have contributed money for the fundraiser. We will recognize all of the donors in a future Vestnik. The prizes are pictured below. —SPJST—
Spaghetti Lunch Fundraiser The spaghetti lunch fundraiser for the Danny and Lori Slack Family is Friday, July 12. If you have not ordered your tickets, please do so today. After the lunch, we will draw for 20 nice 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, July 3, 2013
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Family Fun and Important Dates
July 4 July 4 July 4 July 6-9
July 11-14 July 11 July 12
July 13
July 13 July 16-18 July 18-21
July 19-20 July 20 July 20
July 21
July 21 July 25-28 July 28
Aug. 3 Aug. 9-11
Fourth of July • SPJST Home Office Closed SPJST Float • Belton Fourth of July Parade (2) SPJST Float • Arlington Fourth of July Parade (3) District Three Camp SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm • Ledbetter Districts Five/Six/Seven Camp SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm • Ledbetter Lodge 32, Victoria Summer Social (6) SPJST Home Office Spaghetti Lunch Fundraiser for Danny and Lori Slack Family SPJST Home Office, Temple District Two Youth Achievement Day Lodge 47, Seaton Lodge 51, Ellinger Picnic (1) SPJST Supreme Lodge Meeting, Temple District One Camp SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm • Ledbetter Lodge 47, Seaton Barbecue Cook-Off (2) West Gala Fundraiser Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall Second Paprskar Memorial Tarok Tournament (3) Lodge 92, Fort Worth District Six Youth Achievement Day Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Lodge 6, Cottonwood Picnic Districts Two/Four Camp at ENC at Cooper Farm, Ledbetter District One Youth Achievement Day Caldwell Civic Center State YAD • Mayborn Center, Temple Corpus Christi Getaway
SPJST INTEREST RATES . . . 05/01/2013 - 07/31/2013 SPJST Farm/ Commercial Property Rates
Farm/commercial property rates are subject to change without notice. Call the SPJST Home Office (800) 7277578.
Farm/Commercial Property Rates
75% Owner Farm Property 5.00% for 1 to 30 years Commercial Property 6.00% for 1 to 10 years 6.25% for 11 to 15 years
Universal Life Universal Life 3 (plans 1203-1222 with a guaranteed rate of 2.50%) Credited Rate: 2.75%
Whole Life/ Universal Life 3 (plans 1223-1232 with a guaranteed rate of 2.50%) Credited Rate: 3.50%
Annuities Annuity 5 (plans 8032-8039 with a 1.50% guaranteed rate) Credited Rate: 2.50%
Annuity New 5 Year (plans 8040-8041 with a 1.50% guaranteed rate) Credited Rate: 2.50%
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Readers Write
Lodge 6, Cottonwood member relays thanks
Dear SPJST, Howdy! My name is Jennifer Klein, and I am writing to thank you for the General Freshman Scholarship of $1,000 that was awarded to me last year. I am entering my sophomore year as an honors environmental studies major with a business minor, and I am very excited for what the Geosciences Program has to offer me. I am proud to report that I made the Dean’s List both Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 semesters. This next academic year will bring many challenges and opportunities for me, and I am very grateful to be a scholarship recipient to help defray expenses.
With regards to my extracurricular activities, I am a member of MSC Hospitality, the Official Host Committee of Texas A&M, which allows me to be involved in numerous community service events each semester and to meet new people. I am also working full-time this summer to earn money for the opportunity to study abroad in the summer of 2014. This study abroad program goes to Australia and New Zealand with a focus on the environment, culture, and climate of each country. Thank you again for this award. As you can see, I am committed to my time her at Texas A&M and am proud to be a member of the Aggie family. Sincerely, Jennifer M. Klein —SPJST—
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From the Fraternal Department
State FAC’s July Fraternal Updates
End of Summer Getaway Good times again await you at the Corpus Christi getaway. Make plans now to join us on August 9 to 11, 2013, for a fun-filled weekend. This event gets bigger and better each year. Lodge 79, Corpus Christi member Larry Elzner has organized the golf tournament for all you golfers on Friday morning August 9. For more information, contact Larry (361) 687-7125. Chris Rybak will again perform on Friday night for all the evening activities at the Aloha Party. The theme for Saturday night will be a tribute to the “Groovy Seventies” and include entertainment from DJ Arnold Medina with Blue Moon Entertainment. This year, rooms have been blocked at Holiday Inn Emerald Beach. If you have not already done so, please make your reservations as soon as possible by calling the hotel (361) 883-5731 and refer to group code “SPJ” to assure proper room rates.
July 20 Gala to Benefit West Benevolence Fund The West Benevolence Fund was established by SPJST on April 18 — the day after a massive fertilizer explosion rocked the Central Texas city of West. Two months 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. Initial response, primarily, from SPJST members and lodges in support of the West Benevolence Fund has been gratifying. To date, more than $39,000 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. Additional rebuilding and support projects are being considered by the West Benevolence Fund Committee for assistance. 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 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 you to one chance in the drawing. 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 Service (2), and Purifoy and Company Insurance (1). To reserve your tickets, please contact Debbie Klinkovsky at the SPJST Home Office at (254) 7731575. 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. 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. For more information on how to give an item or to schedule a pick-up, please contact Debbie Klinkovsky at the SPJST Home Office at (254) 773-1575.
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 Corvettes of Houston, Texas. Friday night attendees will also be able to build on the silent auction as well as purchase tickets for the Saturday night prize drawing. Admission is free, 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 (254) 9852282 or (254) 984-2255
July 4, 2013 On this date, Independence Day, please pause for a moment to thank our men and women in the armed forces for the selfless acts they give each day and for risking their lives so that we can have the right to celebrate and live in a free country. Please join in one of the many community celebrations with family and friends that will be taking place in a community near you. Have a safe Fourth of July.
Fraternal (FAC) Mid-Year Report 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. I have set up workshops in your district, so please make plans to attend one of the workshops. A meal will be provided. Please RSVP three days prior to your district workshop by contacting me on my cell phone (254) 534-0681 or email me frankh@spjst.com. If you cannot make the workshop, please take a few minutes to look over the form and complete the first part (mid-year) 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. Here is the remaining scheduled workshops: 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.
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State YAD—August 3, 2013 Mark your calendar to be at Frank Mayborn Convention Center in Temple on Saturday, August 3 for SPJST State Youth Achievement Day. Some districts have already held their District Youth Achievement Day competition. State Youth Director Lynette Talasek has informed me about the great competition and talent displayed. For those YADs scheduled for the month of July, please check the Vestnik for the YAD date and location in your district. Please come out and support our SPJST youth both at district and state competition. Our youth are the future leaders of this organization, community, and state. We are here to help if you need assistance. Please feel free to contact me: mobile phone - (254) 534-0681 or email - frankh@spjst.com. You can also contact Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez” telephone (800) 727- 7578 or (254) 773-1575 or email - tammym@spjst.com. Your District FAC is also available to assist you. They are: District One FAC Kyle Skrabanek (979) 272-3440 District Two FAC Ruth Hanusch (254) 771-0193 District Three FAC Vicki Sims (214) 763-0341 District Four FAC Janeece Williams (806) 990-3351 District Five FAC Patricia Bruce (281) 890-4933 District Six FAC Helen Zabransky (361) 798-3347 District Seven FAC Glen Pruski (956) 286-6104 Fraternally submitted, Frank Horak State Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
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From SPJST Tasty Traditions Cookbook TROPICAL CAKE (page 507)
1 yellow butter cake mix 1/2 cup oil 4 eggs 1 cup pecans, chopped 1 small can mandarin oranges, plus juice
Cookbook features 1,400 recipes.
Mix cake mix and oil, add eggs, one at a time, beating in well. Add oranges and pecans. Pour batter into 3 greased and floured cake pans. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes or test with toothpick for doneness. FILLING: 1 large pkg. vanilla instant pudding 1 large can crushed pineapple with juice 1 (9-oz.) container Cool Whip
Mix well and spread between layers and top of cake. Keep refrigerated.
Order your cookbook today! See below or order online at www.spjst.org.
Ruby Bulanek • Lodge 88, Houston
SPJST Tasty Traditions Cookbook Order Form SPJST is proud to present a treasured collection of recipes from our members whose contributions have made this cookbook possible. Cookbook includes 700 pages and approximately 1,400 recipes. Cookbooks are shipped via USPS Media Mail. Makes a great birthday, anniversary, wedding, or anytime gift! Order online at www.spjst.org.
Calling All Golfers!
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Please send me ______ copies of “SPJST Tasty Traditions Cookbook” at $15.00 each, plus $3.00 for shipping/handling/tax per book (total $18.00 each). Make checks or money orders payable to SPJST. Ship To: Name _____________________________________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________________________ City _____________________________________ State_________________ Zip_______________ Phone (_____)_______________________ Email__________________________________________ Payment Information:
Enclosed is my check or money order made payable to SPJST for $________. Please charge my credit card in the amount of $________.
Credit Card #__________ __________ __________ __________ Expiration Date ______/______ 3 or 4 digit security code _________ (usually on back of card) Billing Zip Code_____________ Signature____________________________________________________________ Mail Order Form to: SPJST Tasty Traditions Cookbook PO Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503-0100 Fax (for credit card orders only): (254) 773-8087 Phone (for questions only): (254) 773-1575 Email: info@spjst.org The proceeds from cookbook sales go to Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center and SPJST Education and Nature Center.
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Wednesday, July 3, 2013
SPJST Lodge Se ct ion
Lodge 25, Ennis to honor 50-year members July 11
At 6:30 p.m., a meal was enjoyed by 17 members of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis. Meat loaf, mashed potatoes, carrots, and lettuce and tomato salad was prepared by Betty Macalik. Our June 13, 2013, meeting was called to order by President Tony Vitovsky at 7 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Margaret. A moment of silence was held for deceased members. Get well wish was sent to Suzann Baker.
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
All officers were present and ready with the reports. All were accepted as given. President Vitovsky reported on the projects already completed, and we will be starting others as schedule permits. Steak and potatoes catering done by the lodge for Polyguard Products went over very well. Thanks to the crew that helped. Birthday wishes were announced. Present at the meeting was Youth Leader Rita Holland. The meeting adjourned with complimentary drinks of your choice in the club room.
SPJST Supports Sokol
Next Meeting—July 11 The next meeting will be on July 11. We will honor 2013 scholarship winners, enjoy a YAD show-and-tell program, and present 50-year pins to members. Margaret Krajca, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard meets July 15
Dear Members, Due to a conflict, the July meeting of Lodge Karel Jonáš will be held on Monday evening - the 15th - at 5:30 p.m. (1730 hours) in the Community Room of the East Bernard Branch Library, 746 Clubside Drive. The agenda will be open to business needing immediate attention along with the usual reports. A standard fare is scheduled for the fraternal hour luncheon. In June, the meeting convened with a quorum present. After opening ceremonies, it recessed after Vice President Glenn Kaminsky gave grace for the fraternal hour luncheon. After reconvening, all reports were accepted as given. A motion was made to hold the July meeting in the evening of the
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first available day after Sunday, the 14th, due to a conflict. After the meeting adjourned, the Audit Committee checked the lodge books. Since there was a bare quorum present when a question came up about a lodge cd, the chair re-convened the meeting and a motion was made and passed to invest the CD money in the Lodge Management Fund at SPJST Home Office. By the way, Glenn and Jeanette Kaminsky both had June birthdays. We wish them happy birthday and many happy returns. To the faithful: Notice the date, time, and day of the July meeting - the 15th, plan to attend, and this writer remains . . . Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, FIC President —SPJST—
Lodge 9, Snook Raises $8,000 for Sharon Hooper’s Medical Expenses
District Three Director Johnnie Krizan, center, at the finale program of the Sokol Southern District annual “Slet” competition and exhibition presents the annual SPJST donation to Sokol Southern District President Bob Podhrasky. The annual event included over 250 participants in volleyball and gymnastic competitions. Ages ranged from three years to 90. Pictured also is Mary Cushing from Chicago. Mary, a longtime Sokol member, is the Sokol National Operations Advisor whose responsibility is strengthening the organization by strengthening each individual Sokol unit. Mary spent the week visiting all of the Sokols in Texas and learning about the synergies of Sokol and SPJST and how the SPJST donation helps support the Sokol youth training programs. All of the Sokols of the Southern District are focused on long-term growth and service to the community and send their appreciation to SPJST for its support.
Lodge 9, Snook Second Vice President David Kovar presents an $8,000 check to Sharon Hooper to help pay for Sharon’s medical expenses. The lodge hosted a fundraiser for Sharon recently.
Lodge 9, Snook recently hosted a fundraiser for Sharon Hooper who has been battling multiple health issues. Sharon has been a supporter of Lodge 9, helping out when asked. Her children were active members in the youth club. On June 12, 2013, David Kovar presented a check for $8,000 to help pay for medical expenses. We wish Sharon all the best, and we pray for her complete recovery. We’d like to thank everyone who supported this effort in the community by purchasing meals, cakes, and silent auction items.
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Lodge 30, Taiton supports West
Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 30, Taiton held its regular monthly meeting on June 2, 2013, at St. John’s Parish Center. 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 was unable to attend so the minutes for the May meeting were waived. Treasurer Lisa Bubela gave her report on the financial standing of our lodge. There were no outstanding bills to be paid at this time. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Tommy Drapela reminded the members of the upcoming events around the state such as the end of summer getaway in Corpus Christi. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela reported on the comings and goings of our youth program. She informed the members that the teen members would be leaving for Leaders-in-Training (LIT) camp on June 14 to 16 at Cooper Farm. District camp will be July 11 to 14, and District Six Youth Achievement Day (YAD) will be July 21 in El Campo. State YAD will be on August 3 in Temple. District Six Director Karen Kaspar then gave an update on our lodge and district sales production this year. She congratulated Allison Fucik and Jeremy Supak for receiving scholarships. President Marcaurele then discussed the West Benevolence Fund. It was decided to make a donation to the fundraiser.
Lodge 30, Taiton assists Boy Scout Troop 1251 with summer trip
Tommy and Ryan Drapela requested that members consider making a donation to offset travel expenses for Troop 1251’s summer camp trip to Philmont Adventure Camp. It was decided to make a donation to assist them in their adventure. Happy birthday was wished to Patsy Baker. Happy anniversary was wished to Kirby and Everett Lange and Yvonne and David Marcaurele.
Next Meeting—July 7 Our next meeting will be on Sunday, July 7 at 5 at Youth Leader Lisa Bubela’s home. The youth club meeting will follow the adult meeting. The meeting was adjourned by President Yvonne Marcaurele. Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer, Reporter —SPJST—
Happy Anniversary, Albert and Jan of Lodge 48, Beyersville!
Happy 14th wedding anniversary to Albert and Jan Filla, both of Lodge 48, Beyersville, who united in marriage on June 11, 1999. From: Lodge 48, Beyersville Members
Lodge 30, Taiton Treasurer Lisa Bubela presents Tommy, center, and Ryan Drapela with a donation to assist in Boy Scout Troop 1251’s summer trip to Philmont Adventure Camp this summer. Good luck was wished to both members.
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Chamber of Commerce Hall at 4:30 p.m. The catered brisket and sausage supper will be served at 5:30 p.m. Bring a dessert, if desired. Come early for refreshments. Please make plans to attend. For more information, call Burdine Divin (979) 249-5554 or Calvin Hlinsky (979) 378-2364. Freewill donations will be accepted, and we will have door prizes. Also, please bring an item for the silent auction that is between $5 and $10 in value. Suggestions are canned items, noodles, crafts, etc. We hope to see you there! Burdine Divin Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—
Lodge 32, Victoria invites all to July 11 summer social
Reminding everyone of our summer social and 50-year pin presentation. We will meet at 6 p.m. for social time and serve promptly at 6:30 p.m. The lodge is furnishing barbecue brisket, bread, coffee, and tea. Each lodge member is asked to bring two dishes – they can be two veggies or a veggie and dessert. This is always a fun get together as Al Haisler plays his accordion – he knows all the good ones! Also, it is a very special time for members receiving their 50-year pins. We can visit . . . listen to music . . . eat . . . visit . . . listen to music . . . eat some more . . . until it’s all gone or time to go home! I promise you won’t go home hungry or bored! Enjoy your Fourth of July – remember what it stands for. God Bless America! Fraternally, Kathy Ahlstrom FAC/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes new member
Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes new member Jase Scott Bloedorn. Jase was born May 22, 2013, to Justin and Tonya Bloedorn. He weighed seven pounds and was 19 inches long. Jase was welcomed home by big sister Kayley Bloedorn. Jase’s parents and sister are also members of Lodge 47, Seaton. Proud grandparents are Jimmy and Fawn Spanhel of Lodge 24, Cyclone; Scott and Judy Bloedorn; and Diane Bloedorn and Alan Brake. —SPJST—
Lodge 51, Ellinger plans July 13 catered supper
Dear Lodge 51 Members, You and your family (persons living at home) are invited to attend our barbecue chicken and sausage supper on Saturday, July 13, 2013, at Ellinger
Jase Scott Bloedorn
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Lodge 66, Waco reports on June meeting
The meeting of SPJST Lodge 66, Waco was called to order by President John Engelke on Monday, June 17, 2013, at 6 p.m. at LaVega High School. Sister Mary Lou Urbanek called the roll of officers. All were present except Vice President Mary Alice Langlotz and Reporter Dorothy Veselka. Eight members were present. Members stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance and motto. Secretary Sister Dana McAdams read the minutes of the May meeting, and they were approved as read. Due to the absence of Vice President Mary Alice Langlotz, President John Engelke gave the fraternal activities coordinator’s report. Due to the absence of Sister Dorothy Veselka, Sister Diana Engelke gave the cheer and condolence committee report. She sent get well cards to Dorothy Veselka and James Urbanek and a sympathy card to Irene Mueller on the death of her brother Anton Glatter. Sister Diana Engelke read names of candidates for membership. All were accepted. Larry Matula wrote up Trina Janette Mexquitic, and Christine Marie Galysh wrote up Johnny Russell Ramon. This month, Lodge 66 will donate to the Susan G. Komen Fund. Bookkeeper Sister Diana Engelke gave her report. Door prize winner was Debbie Galler. One hundred percent winner was George Pauling, and our Father of the Year was guess who (?) — George Pauling!
More discussion was brought to the floor about the 106th anniversary luncheon. Keep watching your Vestnik for Lodge 66 updates.
Next Meeting—July 15 Our next Lodge 66 meeting will be held on Monday, July 15 at 6 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka, Reporter by Diana Engelke —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas reports on June meeting
Dear Readers, Lodge 84, Dallas met for its monthly meeting on Monday, June 17, 2013. The meeting was brought to order by President Justine Yeager at 6:45 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Sister Martha Mahdak Frnka. A moment of silence was observed for our troops and departed members. The May minutes were read by Secretary Cherri Petr and approved by all members present. Sunshine Committee reported that cards have and/or will be sent to the families of Sandra Schulz, daughter of Lionel and Ida Schulz and to the families of Jimmy Marek and Mary Vasek. Additionally, a sympathy card would be sent to SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek and family on the loss of his mother Willie Mae Vanicek. Get well/thinking of you cards are
in the mail for Bessie Tydlaska (back surgery), Bette Olson (eye surgery), CJ Olson (who is under the weather), and John Becan who will be having valve replacement surgery. Good thoughts are coming your way for a speedy recovery. Vice President/Fraternal Activities Coordinator/Assistant Youth Leader Vicki Sims reported that she recently attended a District FAC meeting held in Temple. She also reported that the youth were having their monthly meeting as well as practicing for their group talent performance at District Three Youth Achievement Day. Brother Jim Liska reported that housekeeping keeps him busy; but with the help of Sister Cherri Petr and Brother Randy Petr, the yard work was kept short thanks to all of them working together!
Next Meeting—July 21 Before the meeting adjourned, President Yeager mentioned that Brother Randolph Scott would be celebrating his 92nd birthday on Thursday, June 13 and that the next meeting would be on Sunday, July 21 at 2 p.m. Fraternally, Anne Scott-Cowan —SPJST—
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Happy Birthday, Albert!
Albert celebrated his birthday on June 5, 2013, but had to share his birthday gifts with Kenny G (saxophone player), Jill Biden (wife of Vice President Joe Biden), and Pat Garrett (sheriff famous for killing Billy the Kid). Not really . . . actually all of these famous people just share the same birth date. We’re sure Albert got to keep all of his gifts! Another look at June 5 in history: in 1907, the automatic washer and dryer were introduced; in 1937, Henry Ford initiated a 32-hour work week (okay - who is responsible for the 40-hour work week!); and in 1977, the first personal computer (Apple II) went on sale. Pretty neat, but none as cool as Albert. Happy Birthday, Albert! From Lodge 48, Beyersville Members
Frank’s Treasure Trove of Tomatoes
Honorary District Two Director Frank Klinkovsky displays his tomato patch that is growing in the front yard of his home in a Temple, Texas, city neighborhood. Brother Frank says he planted about 18 plants in a flower bed. CENTER PHOTO: The plants grew and now have hundreds of tomatoes on
them. RIGHT PHOTO: Brother Frank credits a generous dose of MiracleGro plant food for this year’s very fruitful tomato crop. He also says that at one time, the tomato plants were as tall as his windmill. However, due to wind and the weight of all of the tomatoes, the plants have fallen.
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Lodge 92 Fort Worth readies for Czech Heritage Day
Dear Lodge 92 Members, I hope you are having a great summer. We are preparing for Czech Heritage Day on September 14, so save the date. I will be posting more about the time, meal, and music. At the May 19 meeting, we had our Join Hands Day project. After the meeting and lunch, members joined with the youth club to clean out the youth room and storage area to dedicate storage area and make more room for the youth club. Gloria Farek was elected as the new vice president replacing John Paprskar who resigned in May. Next Meeting—July 14 Our next meeting will be July14. We will have a covered dish meal after the meeting. Cheryl Hubenak, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 54, West Gives $5,000 to West Benevolence Fund
Lodge 117 Robstown meets July 6
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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—
SPJST Lodge 54, West officials presented a $5,000 check on June 25, 2013, to benefit West Benevolence Fund. Pictured, from left, are Lodge 54, West President Freddie Kaluza, Czech Reporter Jan Vaculik, SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, Vice President Wilburn Willis, Secretary/Reporter Janice Kaluza, Fraternal Activities Coordinator Jean Maler, and Treasurer Mary Lou Mynar. SPJST, RVOS, and Slovacek’s host the West Gala on Saturday, July 20 at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton to benefit West Benevolence Fund. To reserve your tickets, please contact Debbie Klinkovsky at the SPJST Home Office at (800) 727-7578 or (254) 773-1575.
Lodge 142 Houston meets July 14
The lodge meeting for Lodge 142, Houston was held on Sunday, June 9, 2013, at Lodge 88, Houston Annex building at 2 p.m. The meeting was preceded by lunch at 1 p.m. which was enjoyed by our gathering of 26 members and two visitors.
Sokol and Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Bake Sale Raises $1,000 for Sokol West
With the combined efforts of members from SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi and Sokol Corpus Christi, a bake sale was held that raised $1,000 for Sokol West.
Sokol Corpus Christi President Jerry Sijansky presented the funds at the Southern District Slet held in Ennis, Texas, on June 15, 2013.
TOP LEFT PHOTO: Mark Rebecek prepares kolache dough for the bake sale. TOP CENTER PHOTO: Lela Mae Hajek, Joe Mican, Medge Ryza, and Virginia Rebecek prepare dough for Sokol West Bake Sale. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Joe Mican and Frank Sacky place filling in the dough.
LEFT PHOTO: Sokol Corpus Christi President Jerry Sijansky prepares kolaches for baking.
RIGHT PHOTO: Finished product ready for sale!
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President Keith called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Flag Bearer Gunnar Owens. Roll call of officers by Secretary Alice revealed all present. She read the minutes from the May meeting, and they were accepted. Barbara Linney stated that everyone is asked to attend District Five YAD on Sunday, June 30 at Lodge 88. President Keith said the Supreme Lodge has accepted our payment on the SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) cabin, and we have the cabins pretty well paid up. Emil Kutra said this is a great investment. Barbara Linney said September 7 will be a fundraiser at ENC - this is the weekend after Labor Day. Mark your calendars. President Keith turned the floor to Vice President Dennis Hermis. He spoke on the importance of Memorial Day and all our veterans. Our member Emil Kutra was recognized. Youth club report was presented by Youth Leader Catherine Manchack. All committee reports were given. June birthdays are Elizabeth Hermis, James Templain, and Keith Kieschnick. There were no anniversaries in June. Oldest male present - Keith; oldest female - Jo Dien Roznovsky; and youngest child - Gunnar Owens. The meeting adjourned. Next Meeting—July 14 The next meeting will be Sunday, July 14 at 2 p.m. See you then. Fraternally, Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 187 Round Rock welcomes guests
Jennave Fuchs started our entertainment by talking about June brides. Mrs. Fuchs even brought her wedding dress that will be 64 years old later this year in October since Mr. and Mrs. Wilford Fuchs got married in 1949. Jennave was 19 years old when she married, and she even made her own wedding dress that took 13 yards of satin. The wedding dress is still so beautiful. Thank you, Jennave, for sharing it and all the great memories, too. We were honored to welcome several visitors. It was great seeing District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and wife Linda and District Two Youth
Counselor Patsy Koslovsky and grandson Colton Regan. Thank you, Rubie Volek and Jesse and Linda, for the door prizes. Jesse shared some information on the July 20 fundraiser in Seaton to benefit West, and you can win a trip to the Czech Republic. He also mentioned the July 7 meeting for all fraternal activities coordinators in Taylor to help with paperwork. Patsy mentioned that we need to get
the kiddos to start attending the youth club meetings. If they cannot attend, there is one call-in meeting that they can do that can replace going to a meeting or they can attend other lodge meetings. The youth handed out treat bags of trail mix along with a poem to all dads for Father’s Day. June birthday celebrants are Jennifer McCarthy on the 9th; Colton Regan on the 11th; and Deborah
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Rohlack on the 24th. Anniversary celebrants are Deborah Rohlack on the 22nd (39 years) and Jesse and Linda Pospisil on the 10th (46 years). Fraternally, Jennifer McCarthy, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 92, Fort Worth members join hands to clean youth room/storage area to make more room for youth
LEFT PHOTO: Jan Taborsky, Blake Anderson, Brooklyn Anderson work together. CENTER PHOTO:
Holly Anderson. RIGHT PHOTO: Evelyn Scaff and Sherrie Kubala Watkins.
LEFT PHOTO: Taylor Anderson helps out. CENTER PHOTO: Gayle Krengel. RIGHT PHOTO: Jan
Taborsky and Blake Anderson. BELOW: Left to right are Pam Durham, Blake Anderson, and Jan Taborsky.
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Lodge 196 Houston-West: remodeling in July
Officers of Lodge 196, HoustonWest met with the contractor last week to lay out the schedule for remodeling the hall. An approximate 24-foot by 60-foot dance floor will be added. The ceiling will be dropped to nine and one-half feet with new ceiling tile. The inside of the hall will be painted, and chair rails will be added. The stage will be relaid with new carpet, and the street sign will be updated. Remodeling is expected to start in early July and be completed by July 26. The lodge is planning an open house on August 3 to introduce the renovations to the public. Everyone is invited. This is an exciting time for Lodge 196 which will be looking to update the landscape and parking in the future . . . as we continue to grow. Fraternally yours, Delisle L. Doherty Vice President —SPJST—
Lodge 160, San Angelo Supports Wall Middle School Library
Lodge 219 El Paso invites members to 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
Lodge 160, San Angelo gave a $200 donation to Wall Middle School Library in May. The funds will be used to purchase books for the library. Lodge 160 President Sandra Jansa, right, presents the donation to Kay Cotter, Wall Middle School Librarian.
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.
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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—
Ennis Sewing Circle
Before I start my letter, I want to apologize to my readers for not having our May meeting letter in the Věstník. I did write one, and I did mail it. It must have gotten lost in the mail. You know how the mail is nowadays. I hope this one will make it. We met June 13, 2013, at Sokol Hall. Irene Prachyl, Ann Clagett, Eleanora Pelzel, Dorothy Prachyl, and I arrived at 8 a.m. We stretched our Christmas quilt, but didn’t have to arrange tables and chairs, which was
Lodge 155, Austin Honors Members at Annual Picnic
TOP LEFT PHOTO: Doris Boriski is presented an outgoing officer’s plaque for her years of service as Lodge 155 vice president from District Two Director Jesse Pospisil. Thanks, Doris, for your service to Lodge 155! CENTER PHOTO: Congratulations, Lifetime Achiever
Award recipients. They are, left to right, Janet Williams, Ashley Tullos, Travis Brack, Jean Motl, and Amy Eskew. Also pictured is District Two Director Jesse Pospisil. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Nathan Tullos claps his hands as members receive their awards!
LEFT PHOTO: Youngest member Nathan Tullos and mother Ashley Tullos are pictured at the summer social.
RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 155 President Joe Motl, center, welcomes Samuel Vanicek, left, of Lodge 24, Cyclone and Travis Brack of Lodge 155. Both young men are University of Texas students and are past SPJST Scholarship recipients.
—Submitted by Joe Motl, President
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nice. The hall had the tables and chairs set up for the Sokol Slet that weekend. Before we knew it, quilters were all around - the above and Dorothy Booth, Martha Ritchey, Dolores Vrana, Dorothy J. Kudrna, Dorothy Bobalek, and Pat Fowler. By lunchtime, we had 19 members. President Irene led us in grace. Then, we all enjoyed a most delicious lunch. Thank you all for the food, the set up, and clean up. After lunch, President Irene called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all, and the “Our Father” was said for all our members present and those not present. Secretary Dolores read the minutes of the last meeting. Treasurer Dorothy gave her report. Both were approved as read. Vice President Ginny read a really cute article, “Meaning of Life,” which was enjoyed by all. Ginny always has something good to read. Sunshine Lady Eleanora announced June birthday celebrants— Marie Vrla and Mildred Krajca. As neither were present, we didn’t get to sing. Quilt scheduler Pat announced in July - we will have our elephant sale and show-and-tell; August - we will quilt for Ann and in September, for Irene; October is open; November the Junior Sokol Polka Festival quilt; and December - our Christmas party. President Irene announced who won this year’s Polka Festival quilt. It was Tabitha Witt from Lubbock. She is our member Joan Brown’s granddaughter. Congratulations to Tabitha. President Irene talked some about the making of our new membership directory. She is compiling information, rules, and what-have-you for it. It will be great. We voted if everyone wanted to start saying “Our Father” for all our members. It was a unanimous vote. We also discussed our trip to Midlothian for the quilt show on Friday, July 19. We must know at the July meeting if you plan to go and who can take their car. We hope all of you can make it. Irene talked about the hassle she had at the bank when she and Dorothy Bobalek went to change the signature card. They had to go through so much, answering questions, showing our minutes, signing all kinds of papers. We hope it all worked out. President Irene announced the next meeting on July 11 will start at 10 a.m. Please bring all your sale items priced; if they don’t sell, please take them
home or you can use the big trash can out back. The sale will start at 11 a.m., we will have lunch at 12 noon then a short meeting will follow, show-andtell comes next, and the 50-50 dollar game. I almost forgot to mention our prize drawing, the baby quilt, and other items that Henrietta Milan sent us. To all our new members, please bring your special items for show-andtell. Anything that is old, a keepsake, or new from a trip, something you have made or not. We want to see your things and hear your story about what ever you bring.
Olga Krysinski made a motion to adjourn the meeting. It was seconded by Pat Fowler.
Other News Ginny Svehlak told us a wonderful story about her grandfather Stephan Kovar who came by himself to America as a stowaway on a ship when he was 12 years old. Ginny’s aunt, his daughter, would tell them stories about him. He walked with one crutch and had a bushy mustache. Her aunt always told them he invented the fly swatter. He took a square piece of leather and nailed it to a little board.
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He was a very smart man. He would also translate for people who could not read and speak English. Eleanora Pelzel and her daughter Carolyn Forehand went to the Henry Fleetman family reunion in Muenster, Texas, that was held at Muenster Park on Sunday, June 9. Henry was Eleanora’s grandfather. They had a wonderful time at the reunion. Congratulations to the grandsons of Pat and Van Fowler - Justin and Jacob Mraz. They both received end-ofschool honors being on the “A” honor roll all year. Their parents are Jeff and Julie Mraz.
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Lodge 160, San Angelo members, Wall Middle School CORE join hands for Concho Valley Home for Girls/Children Emergency Shelter
Lodge 160, San Angelo joined with Wall Middle School CORE (Choosing Only Responsible Environments) students for a Join Hands Day project. These students were encouraged to bring personal hygiene products to donate to the Concho Valley Home for Girls/Children Emergency Shelter. The students dropped the clothes off in Mrs. Jansa’s classroom each morning from April 29 to May 1. Her classes helped in boxing up all of the donated items. Students went above and beyond in their donations to this very worthy project. A total of 675 bottles of shampoo, soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, lotion, deodorant, and miscellaneous items such as ponytail holders, wash cloths, dental floss, Q-tips, make up bags, tissues, etc. were col-
lected! Fifty-three of the middle school students delivered the boxes to the shelter and visited with the counselors there. The shelter was very appreciative of the much needed donations. Wall Middle School CORE group consists of sixth, seventh, and eighth graders who sign a pledge saying they won’t participate in underage drinking. Their parents also sign a pledge stating they won’t provide alcohol to their minor children. CORE students attend a summer camp. Lodge 160 was happy to assist them with a donation of a scholarship for the students. —Submitted by Sandra Jansa, President —SPJST—
LEFT PHOTO: Thyme Phillips, Katie Thompson, and Kanton Hoelscher help box up items.
RIGHT PHOTO: Hayes Dusek, Peyton Russell, and Troy Hoffman prepare items for delivery.
LEFT PHOTO: Mrs. Jansa’s class displays the boxes of personal hygiene products collected. RIGHT
PHOTO: Fifty-three students from Wall Middle School deliver items to the shelter.
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I want to send a big hello and thank you for reading my letter in the Vestnik to Gene Macalik in Little Rock, Arkansas. I have visited with his brother David at Polka Festival in Ennis at the Sokol Museum. When there, David always stops in to visit a little, which I enjoy so much. I also want to thank my friend Wilma Vrla for her phone call today. You made my day. We don’t talk often, but when we do, it is a good long talk. I hope this letter makes it this time. Remember, we will meet July 11, have elephant sale, lunch, meeting, showand-tell, 50-50 dollar game, and prize drawing so bring your money for all the above. Stay well and cool. Georgie Morales, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 187, Round Rock Presents June Brides
LEFT PHOTO: Jennave Fuchs talks about her wedding dress. CENTER PHOTO: A picture of Jennave in her dress. RIGHT PHOTO: The newspaper clipping about her wedding in 1949.
• • • 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.
July 13 Bartek family—at Ratibor Country Grill, Ratibor. For information, contact Nancy Bigon (512) 365-2862; or Paula Pagel Faris (512) 818-0259.
July 14 Descendants of John and Anna (Sefcik) Jez—at Central Texas
Sportsman’s Club near Lake Belton. For information, contact Carla Kacir (254) 721-2980; or Gwen Petter (254) 760-9562. Submitted by Betty Engbrock, Lodge 87, Temple. —SPJST—
Ruzicka family
The 24th annual Ruzicka family reunion will be held on Saturday, July
Lodge 258, Seguin Members Enjoy Meal; Celebrate Special Anniversaries
Lodge 258, Seguin members enjoyed great conversation and a great meal on June 23, 2013, at Casa Sol in Seguin. We also celebrated three June anniversaries: Congratulations to Chester and Colleen Jenke (49 years); Steve and Car-
rie Origas (17 years); and Dave and Stephanie Mills (five years). Best wishes for many more years together! —SPJST—
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20, 2013, at SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts in Buckholts, Texas. Doors will open at 10 a.m. All descendants from the families of John Ruzicka (Mary), Rose (Ruzicka) Tomasek (Charlie), Sophie (Ruzicka) Jekel (Conrad), Julius Ruzicka (France) are invited and urged to attend. Bring your entire family and friends! Please bring your favorite covered dish and/or dessert for all to share. To help offset the cost of the reunion, we will again have a silent auction so bring items for the auction. For additional information or questions, please contact Robert Harris (972) 746-7565 or (972) 899-4250. We look forward to a great turnout and fun day! Submitted by, Joseph J. Beran Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
Falling For The Moon By d.knape
The moon got all dressed up last night and put on quite a show Everyone scrambled to get a good look at her as she went slowly gliding by Like a debutante at her first ball she looked stunning charming us with her smile How flirtatious she was giving coquettish winks hinting at romance I think I fell in love last night with the beauty of the moon I hope she will return to me and was not just leading me on. —SPJST—
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In Memoriam
In Memory of Frances Pybus
Frances Emilie Masar Pybus, 90, of Amarillo died Saturday, June 15, 2013. Services were at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, 2013, in Hillside Christian Church Chapel West Campus with Johnathan Mast officiating. Burial was in Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements were by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Frances Pybus Directors. Frances was born August 10, 1922, an only child of Czech parents Frank Joe Masar and Cillie Lillie Masar delivered by a mid-wife in a home outside of Lockett, Texas. She grew up living on several sharecrop farms. She graduated from Vernon High School in 1940, where she met and married the love of her life, Luther Joe Pybus on June 7, 1942. Her husband Joe was a staff sergeant serving in the 8th Air Force, United States Army Air Corps, in the European Theatre during World War II. She lived with her parents on a farm with her young son Jerry until her husband returned after the end of the war. The family then moved to Amarillo in 1948. She was a most loving, dedicated homemaker all of her life. Her “home-style” cooking skills were legendary to her beloved family. She loved the Dallas Cowboys (always making an excuse for them when they lost), tending her flowers, working puzzles, and spoiling her pet cats through the years. Her values of always doing your best, always telling the truth, and putting others first inspired everyone. She was proud to call Harrington Assisted Living “home” for over eight years. She always had a kind word for everyone. She was a member of the old Buchanan Street Methodist Church. She was a member of SPJST Lodge ____ for over 65 years. She was preceded in death by her husband Joe in 1989; her second son, Douglas Carl in 2009; her parents; and her loving, special friend Charlie Mae Neely, who was like a sister to her. Survivors include sons Jerry Wayne Pybus and wife Judith and Dr. Charles
Jay Pybus and wife Shannon, all of Amarillo; daughter-in-law Cheryle Pybus of Plainview; grandchildren Dewayne Tod Pybus and wife Stacey of Commerce, Tim Wayne Pybus and wife Melissa, Haley, James and Jacky Pybus, all of Amarillo, and Carla Sells and husband David of Plainview; great-grandchildren Audrey and Kate Pybus of Commerce, Quinton Humphreys, and Brantlee and Destiny Sells, all of Plainview, and Avery Pybus of Amarillo. The family received friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 18 at the funeral home. —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy
We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Hvezda Texasu, No. 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed sister, EMOJANE STREET FULLER. Emojane, age 91, of Temple entered into rest Monday, June 17, 2013, at a local hospital. She was born on February 25, 1922, to William E. “Bunk” and Fannie Maie (Hodges) Street at Gooseneck Community near Salado, Texas. Emojane attended elementary school at Gooseneck then graduated from Salado High School in 1941. She was a member of Salado United Methodist Church. She worked at American Desk Manufacturing and at a Emojane Fuller garment factory. Emojane was an accomplished seamstress and made many quilts. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother William E. (Sonny) Street; husbands James B. (Buck) Adams, John E. Oakley, and James W. Fuller; and sons-in-law John Kellog and Curtis McAdoo. She is survived by sons Coleman K. (Donette) Street and Miles E. (Sandra) Oakley; daughters Janie Beth Adams Kellog, and Marsha A. Oakley McAdoo; stepson Lynn
Fuller and stepdaughter Jan Goodwin; sister Elisabeth S. Mosley; 10 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Service was held Wednesday, June 19 at 2 p.m. in the Chapel at Heartfield Funeral Home with a visitation from noon until 2 p.m. Burial immediately followed the service at Salado Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Salado Cemetery Association; or to Scott and White Hospice. Resolution Committee Ruth Kohutek Joyce Skrabanek LaVerne Vanicek —SPJST—
In Memory of James Quilter
James T. “Jim” Quilter, age 87, of West, passed away early Tuesday morning, June 18, 2013, at his residence. Rosary was recited and memorial mass celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 25 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption, with Reverend Ed Karasek as celebrant. Burial followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Jim was born October 16, 1925, in Shreveport, Louisiana, the son of Jerry Leon and Palestine Elizabeth (Presley) Quilter. He attended Texas City High School; St. Mary’s University in LaPorte; St. Mary’s Seminary; and received a master’s degree Jim Quilter in theology from St. Thomas University in Houston. He was ordained a Priest on May 26, 1956, in Austin and served in Sealy and West. While at West, he started the athletic program and coached St. Mary’s football team. James was a real estate broker and operated Quilter Realty since 1972. He was associated with Village Bakery and Village Shoppe for many years. Jim bought out Keen’s Department Store in West and renamed it the Emporium in West, operating it for 10 years. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption. Jim was also a member of KJT in Sealy and SPJST Lodge 54, West. He enjoyed fishing, traveling, and going
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to the movies, classical music, opera, and all sporting events. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Maurice Quilter and Jerry Quilter; and sisters Mattie Haney and Elizabeth Gassner. Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Gladys (Morris) Quilter of West; brother Charles Quilter; sisterin-law Lucille Price; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Urn bearers were Dr. Billy D. Pierce, Andrew Jackson, Daniel Pratka, George Meurer, and Buddy Haney. Honorary urn bearers were St. Mary’s School Football Team coached by James. Memorials may be made to St. Mary’s School Endowment Fund, West Volunteer Ambulance Association, or West Senior Center. You are invited to share your thoughts and memories of Jim in a memorial guestbook found at www.aderholdfuneralhome.com. Aderhold Funeral Home in West was in charge of arrangements. —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy
We, the members of Lodge 28, East Bernard, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our departed brother, VERNON LADGIE SUPAK. Funeral services for Vernon Ladgie Supak, age 86, of Hallettsville, formerly of Rosenberg, Texas, were held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 11, 2013, in the Chapel of Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Home in Rosenberg. Interment followed at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Rosenberg. Visitation was held 10 a.m. until service time at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 11 at Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Chapel in Rosenberg.
Vernon was born February 8, 1927, in Orchard to Ladgie Joe and Hermina Supak. He married Esther Spacek on February 18, 1948, in Houston. Vernon is survived by wife Esther; daughter Linda Lane; grandchildren James (Jim) Riggs, Lisa Angell, Kelly Long and husband John Long, Rebecca Rios and friend Jamie Rubio; great-grandchildren Lauren Galvan, Samantha Galvan, Kirstin Riggs, Ryon Ortega, and Dylan and Conner Long; numerous nieces and nephews; and adopted daughter Jeneane. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Lorene Liska and husband Dennis; and nephew Terry Liska. Vernon was a pipe machinist and insulator for 22 and one-half years for Duval Sulphur Company and an insulator for Houston Lighting and Power Company for 22 years. He served his country from June 28, 1945, to December 1, 1946, in the 296th Military Police Company of the United States Army. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hallettsville, America Legion Post No. 271, Rosenberg, and VFW Post No. 3903, Rosenberg. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 28, East Bernard for 68 years. Pallbearers included Mike Meitzen, Jim Klopsteck, James Liska, Michael Grigar, Dennis Heinman, and Daniel Spacek. Honorary pallbearers were Leon Clark and Daniel A. Spacek. For those wishing, memorials in Vernon’s name may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Hallettsville, Texas; or to Accolade Hospice, 222 West Grand Street, Yoakum, Texas 77995. Tributes and words of condolence may be left for the Supak family at www.davisgreenlawnfh.com. May he rest in eternal peace. Respectfully submitted, Helen Kelner Resolution Committee —SPJST—
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
SPJST Youth
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State Youth Director shares July updates
Dear Youth Leaders, It’s summer, and you know what that means? It’s time for SPJST District Camps, District Youth Achievement Days, State Youth Achievement Day, and last, but not least—Corpus Christi End of Summer Getaway. District Three youth club members participated in their Youth Achievement Day (YAD) at Lodge 154, Fort Worth on June 23. The competition was fierce! By the time this newsletter gets to you, Districts Four, Five, and Seven will have had their YADs. District Two YAD will be hosted by Lodge 47, Seaton on July 13; District Six YAD will be hosted by Lodge 40, El Campo on July 21; and District One YAD will be held at Caldwell Civic Center on July 28. I look forward to seeing your talents at these events! District camps start in July as well and our 2012-2013 State Royalty will make their final public appearance in the July 4 parade in Belton, Texas. Leaders-In-Training Retreat was held at SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm on June 14 to 16. I had a great time engaging with our youth. Youth members were divided into six groups, and we hit the ground running. Campers were taught how to properly fit belts used in the high ropes course and how to correctly select and fit a lifejacket as well as what their duties are as an LIT. Later that evening, campers were treated to a pool party followed by guest speaker Tony Doland from Austin, Texas. Tony was a lot of fun, but also relayed an important message about bullying and the rippling effect this type of behavior can have on others. Saturday, campers learned some timeless dance moves that included
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Questions? Call (800) 727-7578
polka, schottische, Cotton-Eyed Joe, and a few line dances. ENC staff educated everyone on how to play the new elements as well as some of the older games located on the ENC camp grounds. There was lots of team building and a trip to Cooper Farm would not be complete without a whirl on the ropes course. Later that evening, everyone enjoyed practicing their dance moves and hanging out with new found friends. From my prospective, many of the LITs made new friends from other districts and this is what SPJST is all about! Thanks to my assistants, Tammy Martinez and Gena Weeks, for all of the help and support. A big thank you to all of the District Youth Counselors, their assistants, chaperones, and nurse Becky Zavodny who helped with the Leader-In-Training Retreat. The Cows had the winning tee-shirt design, and I will be getting the shirts to LITs before district camps. I know that many of our youth are excited about going to camp. Your District Youth Counselors and their assistants have worked many hours planning a great camp for the LeadersIn-Training, youth, and chaperones. Education and Nature Center Executive Director John Hoelscher and his staff are ready for our camps to begin. Let’s make this a summer that our youth will enjoy and have fond memories of the time they spent with their friends and family. Flag Day Contest Winners Congratulations to all of the winners in our Flag Day contest. The essay contest winners are:
Grand Prize Winner Weston Beasley Lodge 17, New Tabor Ages Kindergarten to 8 Hunter Wood Lodge 49, Rowena
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Ages 12 to 14 April Dvorak Lodge 25, Ennis Ages 15 to High School Senior Sam Hoggard Lodge 202, Jourdanton
For their efforts, the division winners will receive a $50 Wal-Mart gift card. For winning the grand prize award, Weston Beasley with his winning essay will receive a $100 WalMart gift card. Congratulations to all of our winners, and thanks to the 29 boys and girls who entered the competition. This was almost twice as many participants as last year, and I hope to double that next year! Coloring Contest Winners Hagan Sebesta - Lodge 9, Snook Ciara Coker - Lodge 9, Snook Kody-Lee Laws - Lodge 18, Elgin Cody Voigt - Lodge 29, Taylor Hailey Girod - Lodge 29, Taylor Seth Martinez - Lodge 47, Seaton Allyson Collins - Lodge 84, Dallas Brooke Bacak - Lodge 30, Taiton
For their efforts, winners will be receiving a special package of goodies at their District YAD.
District Six Special Notice of YAD Location Correction I would like to make a special announcement for District Six youth members. Your District Youth Achievement Day will be on July 21 at Lodge 40, El Campo. The location
was listed in the last newsletter and in several editions of the Vestnik incorrectly and for that I apologize. Youth leaders, please make sure all of your YAD participants are aware of the corrected location.
District Youth Achievement Days District Youth Achievement Days are underway. Below is a schedule of upcoming District YADs. District One - Sunday, July 28 Caldwell Civic Center District Two - Saturday, July 13 Lodge 47, Seaton District Six - Sunday, July 21 Lodge 40, El Campo
SPJST Summer Camps Summer camps are here! The scheduled dates are listed. For more information, please give your DYC a call. All camps will be held at SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm, located at 2001 Waldeck Road in Ledbetter, Texas. District One - Thursday, July 18 to Sunday, July 21 District Two - Thursday, July 25 to Sunday, July 28 District Three - Saturday, July 6 to Tuesday, July 9 District Four - Thursday, July 25 to Sunday, July 28 District Five - Thursday, July 11 to Sunday, July 14 District Six - Thursday, July 11 to Sunday, July 14
Lodge 18, Elgin Youth Club Collects Tabs for Ronald McDonald House
Lodge 18, Elgin Youth Club collected and donated canned drink tabs to the Ronald McDonald House in Temple recently. Pictured are, front, left to right, Kimberley West, Issac and Jayden Flores, and Kody-Lee Laws. Back: J.B. and T.J. Anderson. —Submitted by Joyce Bowen Nelson, Youth Leader
District Seven - Thursday, July 11 to Sunday, July 14
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Camp Tee-Shirts Still Available Deadline for camp tee-shirt orders was May 31. We are extending this year’s camp tee-shirt sale up to your district camp date upon availability. If you have not ordered your shirts, please do so. Tee-shirts will be delivered to summer camp, or you can have them mailed to you. If you need a form, you can find it at http://www.spjst.org/camp_teeshirt_or der.html
State YAD - Saturday, August 3 at Temple’s Mayborn Center Please note that if any district first place winners cannot participate at State YAD, then the second place winner will advance. If the second place winner cannot participate at State YAD, then the third place winner will advance. If a winner cannot compete at State YAD, you or your District Youth Counselor must notify me no later then 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30. Deadline for all Special Category entries is Wednesday, July 31. If you have any questions, please contact the Youth Department at (254) 773-1575 or (800) 727-7578. This year’s 2013 State Youth Achievement Day marks the 50th anniversary of the SPJST State Royalty competition. For the first three years, 1963 to 1965, only a State Queen was crowned. In 1966, the crowning of a State King was initiated. For this year’s State Youth Achievement Day, a special effort is being made to invite all past SPJST State Royalty Courts to celebrate the selection of the 20132014 Royalty Court. The Home Office is sending invitations to past SPJST State Royalty Court members with good addresses on file. Please feel free to extend this invitation to your past lodge and district royalty court members to ensure that the 2013 SPJST State Youth Achievement is our biggest and best ever!
2013-2014 Youth Spectacular Changes We will try something a little different with this year’s SPJST Youth Spectacular (the tabloid that has featured all of the YADs and camps in the past). District YAD photos and summaries will appear in the Vestnik after each event. The Youth Spectacular will include State YAD results and photos, summer camp articles and photos, and other Youth Department activities and information.
Lodge 30, Taiton youth learns at Art Institute of Houston
Dear Vestnik Readers, I just spent a wonderful week at the Art Institute of Houston. We had a great time learning how to animate stories using computers. I met a lot of wonderful people and made some great friends. I hope to go to school there after my high school graduation. Dylan Treumer —SPJST—
Czech Heritage Museum Summer Program The Czech Heritage Museum has announced another week of the summer program. The program will run from August 5 to 8 from 8 a.m to 1 p.m. Snacks and lunch will be provided. Please contact Executive Director Becky Vajdak at (254) 899-2935 for more information and registration information. The museum has lots of fun yet educational topics to cover, and it is sure to be lots of fun. Please help support your Czech Heritage Museum and consider attending this program.
Corpus Christi End of Summer Getaway Don’t forget to book your rooms for the Corpus Christi End of Summer Getaway. Every year, SPJST members flock to Corpus Christi Beach for sun, fun, friends, games, and prizes. I am looking forward to seeing everyone from across the state of Texas for a groovy good time!
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Youth Club Incentive Competition The youth club incentive sponsored by the Insurance Department has officially ended. The top two youth club winners will be announced on August 3 at State Youth Achievement Day in Temple, Texas. Good luck to all those that participated! Fraternally, Lynette Talasek State Youth Director —SPJST—
District Two Youth Counselor invites all to July 13 YAD in Seaton
Dear Members, A warm welcome is extended to all District Two members, family, and friends to our annual District Two Youth Achievement Day on Saturday, July 13, 2013. SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton will host this year’s youth spectacular. A special welcome is extended to Supreme Lodge Officers, Directors, and members of other districts. We have many talented youth, and your support in attending their special day will be very much appre-
Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Youth Accomplishes A/B Honor Roll
Hi! I made the A/B honor roll at El Campo Hutchins in the third grade. I’m ready for the fourth grade! Trianna Manzano —SPJST—
ciated. We are very proud of our District Two youth. New youth members and those interested in becoming a member—we especially invite you to join in the excitement. If you aren’t participating this year, come out and see what YAD is all about so you will be ready for next year. I wish each participant the very best. As always, every youth participating is a winner. The day’s program will be:
10 to 11:15 a.m. Registration in all categories, ending promptly at 11:15 a.m.
10:30 a.m. to 12 noon Fajitas, rice, beans, chips, salsa, and tea ($5) will be available. Seaton Youth club will be selling desserts and snacks 12:15 p.m. Flag Presentation District Two Flag Bearers Aaron Kaderka - Lodge 29, Taylor Brooke Newsom Lodge 48, Beyersville Presentation of Flags
Youth Club Motto Welcome by Lodge 47, Seaton President Edwin Pechal
Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Youth Earns Perfect Attendance
Hi! My name is Kierra S. Taylor. I just finished Hutchins’ third grade. On our awards day, I received an award for perfect attendance. Kierra S. Taylor —SPJST—
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Welcome by DYC Patsy Koslovsky
Introductions of Youth Leaders and Home Office Representatives
12:15 p.m. Craft Judging Royalty competition Introduction of Royalty Judges
Introduction of Royalty Contestants and Parents Interview with Dukes and Duchesses
Comments from our reigning King, Queen, Duke and Duchess
Crowning of 2013-2014 District Two King and Queen
Break
Individual Talent Group Talent
Introduction of Craft and Talent Judges District Two Beseda Dancers’ Performance Craft Viewing/Silent of Cookies
Auction
Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Youth Achieves A Honor Roll
Hi! I just wanted you to know that I made the A honor roll at El Campo Hutchins in the second grade. I’m ready for the third grade! Adryanna Manzano —SPJST—
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Live Auction of First Place Cookies. All proceeds benefit “our camp”—SPJST Education and Nature Center
Awards: Special Presentations, Craft, Talent, Merit Points and Participation
6:30 p.m. (approximately) Closing Comments
A Great Day For All The day promises to be filled with great entertainment by our youth with royalty speeches, talent, beseda, and the viewing of the crafts. This day is for everyone, even if you do not have a youth participating. Come out and enjoy the talent and fellowship. All of us together will make District Two YAD a memorable success for our youth. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, July 13 at Lodge 47 in Seaton. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—
Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Youth Receives Awards
Hello! I am Kelly S. Taylor. On awards day at Hutchins’ third grade, I received A honor roll, perfect attendance, excellent conduct, and spelling bee participation. I had a great year in third grade, and I will miss my teacher Mrs. Cunningham, but I am excited to be going to fourth grade. Kelly S. Taylor —SPJST—
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District Three plans a rootin’ tootin’ great camp
Howdy, Y’all in District Three! I was fixin’ to write y’all about this fun adventure called camp at this here SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas, that I know y’all are suppose to
attend. I reckon this may get harder to explain about all the events to u’all Rangerettes, Ranchers, Cowboys, Cowgirls, and Rustic Chicks. But there is one thing I can guarantee ya: Y’all will have a rootin’ tootin’ good time on July 6 to 9 at this here Cooper Farm. I have you to come and register at 11 til 11:30 a.m. with our first taste of our vittles at noon. I was piddlin’ around as to what all you should bring, and the only things that came to mind were:
r Twin sheets/pillow/or sleeping bad r Towels/wash cloths r Personal items (toothbrush/paste, soap, deodorant, etc..) r 3 change of underclothes r 3 days of clothes (make sure one set is long pants) r Swim suit (girls don’t wear something that will make me put a tee-shirt on you) r Beach towels r No flip flops (the only time you can
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wear them is in your cabin and at the pool - but not walking around) r Shoes . . . MUST be a closed-toe tennis shoes-type r Flashlight r Sunscreen (pump-style only not the spray) r Western clothes for the dance Do Not Bring: • Food or snacks
District Two Beseda Dancers Perform at Seaton Picnic
Sunday, June 2, 2013 • Submitted by Lodge 48, Beyersville Assistant Youth Leader Michelle Newsom
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• Electronic devices • Anything valuable (if you lose it or someone else breaks it . . . District Three will not be responsible or replace it! • Don’t even think of bringing knives/tobacco/fireworks/drugs/etc. . .
I thought it would be a hoot to give y’all some secrets about Cooper Farm, but what in tarnation was I thinking. U uppity folks are just gonna have to come to Cooper Farm on July 6 to 9 and just see for yourself what all we have in store for ya. The shindig will be a western theme so be sure and bring your clodhopper cuz we are gonna dance your boots off. Oh yeah, the vittles this year is a little different. For y’all see, Cooper Farm went out and hired that ole Chicago Hot Dog Man, and he can fix some mighty tasty vittles. So get out of ur rockin’ chair and get um packin . . . for everyone in District Three is headin’ to Ledbetter. So come join me and my Deputies for we will take good care of ya. As Connie Reeves would say, “Honey, you just don’t let that rockin’ chair take over . . . you get up and go even if you don’t want to.” So see ya at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas, July 6 to 9, 2013. Sincerely, The Sheriff —SPJST—
Lodge 181, Conroe Youth Club Hosts First Meeting
The initial meeting of Lodge 181, Conroe Youth Club was held Monday, June 24, 2013, prior to the monthly meeting of Lodge 181, Conroe. Pictured are District Five Youth Counselor Barbara Linney-Gonzales, Ty Johnson, Charles Dinaso, Daniel Dinaso, Susan Dinaso, and Lodge 181 Youth Leader Tresa Johnson. —Submitted by Charles D. “Chuck” Toney, III, Secretary
Our next meeting will be at camp. Please mark your calendars on July 21 for our annual picnic. We will need everyone to come out and help with the bingo and prize drawing. Fraternally, Peggy Dobecka Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 6 Cottonwood Youth Lodge 6 Club reports on Cottonwood youth June meeting win at YAD
Dear Readers, SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood Youth Club held its monthly meeting on Sunday, June 2, 2013, at 1:30 p.m. We discussed District Three Youth Achievement Day, District Three Camp, and our annual picnic. YAD cards had already been turned in, and everyone was working on their YAD projects. We also worked on the scrapbook and poster. We reminded everyone to get their camp applications in as soon as possible. We discussed having bingo and a prize drawing at the annual picnic. We are accepting donations to our youth drawing and bingo prizes. Your donation is appreciated. The youth presented the fathers with a small gift for Father’s Day.
Dear Youth, District Three Youth Achievement Day was Sunday, June 23, 2013, at Lodge 154, Fort Worth. Three of our youth entered craft projects and a talent. The youth placed in several categories. Rendon Dobecka won first place in pictorial arts, hobby kits, and constructed items; second place in handicraft and science and education; and third place in merit points. Dakota Holder placed first in handicraft, photography, and foods; honorable mention in science and education and constructed items; and third place in merit points. Quinlan Dobecka placed first in handicraft, science and education, hobby kits, and individual talent; second in pictorial arts and photography;
and second in merit points. She also was the top junior merit point winner in District Three. Our scrapbook and poster placed third. Congratulations to everyone who participated in District Three Youth Achievement Day. Great job! Everyone did great, and we look forward to taking the first place items to State YAD on Saturday, August 3 in Temple. We are getting ready to go District Three camp at SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) on Saturday, July 6. The youth are also planning a trip to a Texas Rangers game on July 31. See everyone at camp! Fraternally, Peggy Dobecka Youth Leader —SPJST—
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Lodge 47, Seaton enjoys recent activities
Dear Readers, I had a good time at our annual picnic at Seaton Star Hall. We had a meeting and installed officers. I also had a good time at LIT camp. I learned a lot. We had our District Two swim party, and we turned in Youth Achievement Day (YAD) cards. It was a lot of fun. YAD will be on July 13 at Seaton Star Hall. I can’t wait to see you there! Fraternally, Justin Kraatz —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth ready for summer fun
It’s summer! So that means school’s out! I can’t wait for summer. I made lots of plans already—hang out at the beach . . . go to the pool . . . tube out at the lake. Summer fun! Abbey Mitchan —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth excited about mom’s job
I’ve been happy that my mom got an SPJST Home Office job, and I can’t wait until my dad gets back from Oklahoma. Kyndall Carroll —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth ready for dad to come home
I can’t wait for my dad to get back from Oklahoma : ( I miss him. Kasen Carroll —SPJST—
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Lodge 47, Seaton youth plays and prays
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Lodge 187, Round Rock Youth Club Celebrates Dads, Grads WHAT IS A DAD?
A dad is someone who wants to catch you before you fall but instead picks you up, brushes you off, and lets you try again.
I’ve been playing softball and am glad school is out. Also, I’ve been praying for West. Dannikka Bartek —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth to visit Washington, DC
Summertime couldn’t come fast enough. Lake, here I come! Wish me luck on my trip to Washington, DC, with my history club. Have a great summer, y’all! Bayley Fulton Mitchan —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth: lake and four-wheeler fun
School is out. I’m glad summer is here. I am going to go to the lake and ride my four-wheeler. Joshua Mitchan —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club reports on July meeting
Dear Readers, The youth of Lodge 84, Dallas held a very short meeting on Monday, June 17, 2013, before getting to work on practicing their group talent performance for Youth Achievement Day on Sunday, June 23. The meeting was brought to order by President Jason Sims. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Flag Bearer Kendall Tucker, and a moment of silence was held for departed members and our troops. We then recited the SPJST motto. The only new and old business to discuss has been District Three YAD activities and performances. I am sure more will be discussed at our July meeting.
A dad is someone who wants to keep you from making mistakes but instead lets you find your own way, even though his heart breaks in silence when you get hurt.
LEFT PHOTO: Luke and Jennifer McCarthy, Alex Johnson and Dustin Johnson, and Colton Regan. CENTER PHOTO: Poem on the treat bags. RIGHT PHOTO: Congrats to Ashley who graduated from Hendrickson High School!
Next Meeting—July 21 Before adjournment, we were reminded to mark our calendars for our next meeting on Sunday, July 21 at 1 p.m. I hope to see many of you there. Lodge 84 has so much going on now that I would hate for you to miss out on all the fun. Fraternally, Elisabeth Cowan Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 187 Round Rock Youth Club welcomes guests
We were honored and blessed to have District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky and her grandson Colton Regan at our lodge. We discussed different ways to get the kiddos more involved with the lodge and outings. We also made treat bags for all the dads in the lodge to honor Father’s Day. Thank you, Patsy, for the door prizes and for the birthday cookie! Birthday kiddo for June is Colton Regan on the 11th. Happy 12th birthday, Colton! We also want to say congrats to our grads—Brodi Volek and Mirynda Ashley Smith. Fraternally, Jennifer McCarthy Youth Leader —SPJST—
A dad is someone who holds you when you cry, scolds you when you break the rules, shines with pride when you succeed, and has faith in you even when you fail. A dad is someone who carries pictures in his wallet . . .
Where his money used to be . . .
SPJST Members Attend Czech Muzika
Assisting at the Czech Heritage Museum’s Czech Muzika held June 20 are Brooke Hoelscher and Brandon Hoelscher. Brooke is a former youth club member who graduated in 2012, and Brandon is a youth club member at Lodge 47, Seaton. BELOW: Lodge 47, Seaton youth Zoe Talasek and Brandon Hoelscher enjoy Czech Muzika at the Czech Heritage Museum in Temple on June 20. The exhibit will be on display through December 31, 2013.
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Temple hotels blocked for State YAD August 2 - 3, 2013
1. Holiday Inn 5247 S. General Bruce Dr. Temple, Texas 76503 (254) 778-5511 12 Double Queen Rooms $89, plus tax Please reserve by July 15, 2013
2. Candlewood Suites 1850 Scott Blvd. Temple, Texas 76501 8 King - $79.99, plus tax 8 Double Queen Rooms $74.99, plus tax Please reserve by July 25, 2013
3. Best Western Inn and Suites 602 North General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76504 9 Double Queen Rooms $93.46, plus tax Please reserve by July 25, 2013
5 King – $89, plus tax (254) 773-0200 Please reserve by July 12, 2013
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5. Residence Inn/Marriott 4301 South General Bruce Drive Temple, Texas 76502 (254) 773-8400
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25 King Suite w/sleeper sofa – $109, plus tax Reserve with Group Code: SPJST8 Please reserve by July 13, 2013
When reserving rooms, please be sure to tell them you are with SPJST. —SPJST—
4. Hilton Garden Inn 1749 Scott Blvd. Temple, Texas 76504 8 Double Queen Rooms $89, plus tax
SPJST July Vestnik Project - Why We Observe Independence Day This project earns a maximum 1 point in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Points System. Mail completed project no later than August 15, 2013 to: SPJST Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503
Name______________________________________________________________________ Age______________ Lodge______________
Why We Observe Independence Day
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ost people in the United States celebrate the 4th of July, but do you know exactly why the holiday is so important to our country? Imagine how you would feel if someone older than you -- like an older brother or sister -- kept telling you what to do all of the time and kept taking more and more of your allowance. That is how the colonists felt in the years leading up to 1776. Great Britain kept trying to make the colonists follow more rules and pay higher taxes. People started getting mad and began making plans to be able to make their own rules. They no longer wanted Great Britain to be able to tell them what to do, so they decided to tell Great Britain that they were becoming an independent country. To be independent means to take care of yourself, making your own rules and providing for your own needs.
The Congress met in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and they appointed a committee -- a group of people working together to do a specific job - to write a formal document that would tell Great Britain that the Americans had decided to govern themselves. The committee asked Thomas Jefferson to write a draft -- first try -- of the document, so he worked for days, in absolute secret, until he had written a document that he thought said everything important that the committee had discussed. On June 28, 1776, the committee met to read Jefferson’s copy. They made changes to the document and declared their independence on July 2, 1776. They officially adopted it on July 4, 1776. That is why we call it “Independence Day.” Congress ordered that all members must sign the Declaration of Independence and they all began signing the official copy on August 2, 1776. In January of the next year, Congress sent signed copies to all of the states. The Declaration of Independence is more than just a piece of paper. It is a symbol of our country’s independence and commitment to the idea of freedom. The signers of the Declaration of Independence wanted the citizens of the United States to have a document that spelled out what was important to our leaders and citizens. The people who signed the Declaration risked being hanged for treason by the leaders in Great Britain. Every time we look at the Declaration of Independence, we should think about all of the effort and ideas that went into the document, and about the courage it took for these people to stand up for what they knew was right -- independence! Source: http://holidays.kaboose.com/july4-why.html
Declaration of Independence a Work of Art Completed in 1819, John Trumbull's Declaration of Independence is a 12-by-18-foot oil-on-canvas painting in the United States Capitol Rotunda that depicts the presentation of the draft of the Declaration of Independence to Congress.
Now It’s Your Turn! As noted above, the Declaration of Independence is a symbol of our country’s independence and commitment to the idea of freedom. Using the back of this sheet, identify some of the many freedoms that you know and enjoy as a citizen of the United States.
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District Three Youth Achievement Day
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Sunday, June 23, 2013 - Sokol Fort Worth • Hosted by Lodge 154, Fort Worth
DISTRICT THREE ROYALTY CONTESTANTS. Pictured, left to right, are Elisabeth Cowan (84), Kendall Tucker (84), Victoria Motley (25), Hayley Slovak (25), Paige Tignor (25), Misty Dvorak (25), Katherine Durham (92), Brooklyn Anderson (92), Quinlan Dobecka (6), Melinda McClellan (84), Macy Jones (154), and Katelyn Daniel (183). RIGHT PHOTO: DISTRICT
THREE ROYALTY AND RUNNERS-UP. Pictured are, left to right, first runner-up queen Paige Tignor (25) and duchess Misty Dvorak (25); District Three Queen Katherine Durham (92) and Duchess Brooklyn Anderson (92); and second runner-up queen Katelyn Daniel (183) and duchess Macy Jones (154).
LEFT PHOTO: 2012 District Three King Dustin Motley (25) congratulates 2013 Queen Katherine and Duchess Brooklyn. CENTER PHOTO: Congratulations from 2013 District Three Queen Reagan Langer (25). RIGHT PHOTO: Pictured are, left to right, District Three Director Johnnie
Krizan, Assistant District Youth Counselor (ADYC) Lynda Novak, Queen Katherine, Duchess Brooklyn, DYC Bessie Petr, and ADYC Kay Weeks. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Queen Katherine Durham’s family. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Duchess Brooklyn Anderson’s family.
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Constructed Items
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Rendon Dobecka (6) 2nd - Olivia Zmolik (25) 3rd - Reid Jones (154)
Ages 12 to 14 1st - Hayley Slovak (25) 2nd - Sydney Milan (154) 3rd - Brandon Droste (25)
Ages Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Preston Sullivan (25) 2nd - Kendall Tucker (84) 3rd - Samuel Zmolik (25)
Foods
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Dakota Holder (6) 2nd - Brooklyn Anderson (92) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Amanda Droste (25) 2nd - Melinda McClellan (84) 3rd - Angel Pace (154)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Jason Sims (84) 2nd - Katelyn Daniel (183) 3rd - Elisabeth Cowan (84)
Ages Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Quinlan Dobecka (6) 2nd - Samuel Zmolik (25) 3rd - Preston Sullivan (25)
Handicraft
Ages 12 to 14 1st - April Dvorak (25) 2nd - Sydney Milan (154) 3rd - Blake Anderson (92)
Hobby Kits
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Rendon Dobecka (6) 2nd - Misty Dvorak (25) 3rd - Reid Jones (154)
Left to right, Macy Jones (154), Rendon Dobecka (6), Hayley Slovak (25), Katelyn Daniel (183).
Ages 12 to 14 1st - Madeline Clark (25) 2nd - Sydney Milan (154) 3rd - Melinda McClellan (84)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Katelyn Daniel (183) 2nd - Elisabeth Cowan (84)
Ages Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Macy Jones (154)
Needlework
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Reid Jones (154)
Ages 12 to 14 1st - April Dvorak (25) 2nd - Hayley Slovak (25)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Katelyn Daniel (183)
Ages Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Preston Sullivan (25) 2nd - Quinlan Dobecka (6) 3rd - Macy Jones (154)
Photography
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Dakota Holder (6) 2nd - Olivia Zmolik (25) 3rd - Brooklyn Anderson (92) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Pierce Tignor (25) 2nd - Angel Pace (154) 3rd - Erica Clark (25)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Talia Milan (154) 2nd - Katelyn Daniel (183) 3rd - Victoria Motley (25)
Left to right, Preston Sullivan (25), Dakota Holder (6), Amanda Droste (25), Jason Sims (84).
Left to right, Quinlan Dobecka (6), Dakota Holder (6), April Dvorak (25), Dustin Motley (25).
Hobby Kits
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Dakota Holder (6) 2nd -Rendon Dobecka (6) 3rd - Hanna Slovak (25)
Ages Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Quinlan Dobecka (6) 2nd - Lane Slovak (25) 3rd - Samuel Zmolik (25)
Foods
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Katelyn Daniel (183) 2nd - Dustin Motley (25) 3rd - Elisabeth Cowan (84)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Dustin Motley (25) 2nd - Talia Milan (154) 3rd - Victoria Motley (25)
Handicraft
Ages Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Macy Jones (154) 2nd - Kendall Tucker (84) 3rd - Lane Slovak (25)
Constructed Items
Sunday, June 23, 2013 - Sokol Fort Worth • Hosted by Lodge 154, Fort Worth
Left to right, Quinlan Dobecka (6), Rendon Dobecka (6), Madeline Clark (25), Katelyn Daniel (183).
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Ages Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Samuel Zmolik (25) 2nd - Quinlan Dobecka (6) 3rd - Lane Slovak (25)
1st - Lodge 25, Ennis 2nd - Lodge 183, Arlington 3rd - Lodge 6, Cottonwood
Ages 12 to 14 1st - Sophie Milan (154) 2nd - Melinda McClellan (84) 3rd - Sydney Milan (154)
Ages Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Quinlan Dobecka (6) 2nd - Samuel Zmolik (25) 3rd - Macy Jones (154)
Ages Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Quinlan Dobecka (6) 2nd - Macy Jones (154)
Ages 12 to 14 1st - Erica Clark (25) 2nd - April Dvorak (25) 3rd - Caroline Durham (92)
Science and Education
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Misty Dvorak (25) 2nd - Rendon Dobecka (6) 3rd - Olivia Zmolik (25) Ages 12 to 14 1st - April Dvorak (25) 2nd - Madeline Clark (25) 3rd - Sophie Milan (154)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Elisabeth Cowan (84)
Ages Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Lane Slovak (25)
Sewing
Ages 12 to 14 1st - April Dvorak (25) 2nd - Madeline Clark (25) 3rd - Hayley Slovak (25)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Talia Milan (154) 2nd - Dustin Motley (25)
Individual Talent
Left to right, Macy Jones (154), Reid Jones (154), April Dvorak (25), Katelyn Daniel (183).
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Brooklyn Anderson (92) 2nd - Misty Dvorak (25) 3rd - Reid Jones (154)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Katelyn Daniel (183) 2nd - Victoria Motley (25) 3rd - Elisabeth Cowan (84) 1st - Lodge 154, Fort Worth
Junior Group Talent
1st - Lodge 154, Fort Worth 2nd - Lodge 25, Ennis 3rd - Lodge 25, Ennis
Senior Group Talent
District Three Queen Katherine Durham (92) District Three Duchess Brooklyn Anderson (92)
Royalty
First Runner-Up Queen Paige Tignor (25) First Runner-Up Duchess Misty Dvorak (25) Second Runner-Up Queen Katelyn Daniel (183) Second Runner-Up Duchess Macy Jones (154)
Left to right, Preston Sullivan (25), Dakota Holder (6), Pierce Tignor (25), Talia Milan (154).
Left to right, Samuel Zmolik (25), Rendon Dobecka (6), Sophie Milan (154), Devin Krajca (25).
Science and Education
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Misty Dvorak (25) 2nd - Hanna Slovak (25)
Scrapbook
Photography
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Devin Krajca (25) 2nd - Talia Milan (154) 3rd - Victoria Motley (25)
1st - Lodge 25, Ennis 2nd - Lodge 84, Dallas 3rd - Lodge 6, Cottonwood
Needlework
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Rendon Dobecka (6) 2nd - Brooklyn Anderson (92) 3rd - Hanna Slovak (25)
Poster
Pictorial Arts
Pictorial Arts
Left to right, Quinlan Dobecka (6), Misty Dvorak (25), April Dvorak (25), Elisabeth Cowan (84).
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Sewing
Sunday, June 23, 2013 - Sokol Fort Worth • Hosted by Lodge 154, Fort Worth
Left to right, Lane Slovak (25), Misty Dvorak (25), April Dvorak (25), Talia Milan (154).
Left to right, Quinlan Dobecka (6), Brooklyn Anderson (92), Erica Clark (25), Katelyn Daniel (183).
Senior Group Talent
Junior Group Talent
LODGE 154, FORT WORTH. Left to right, Sophie Milan, Madalyn Stoeppleman.
LODGE 154, FORT WORTH. Left to right, Macy Jones, Athens Milan, Clark Jones, Angel Pace, Reid Jones.
Poster/Scrapbook SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club.
DISTRICT THREE TOP MERIT POINT WINNERS.
Congratulations to Top Junior Quinlan Dobecka (6), left, and Top Teen Katelyn Daniel (183).
YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARD.
Congratulations to Reagan Langer (25) for her years of service in the SPJST Youth Program. She is pictured with State Youth Director Lynette Talasek.
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District Three Youth Achievement Day Scenes
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LEFT PHOTO: The day’s masters of ceremonies are Carrie Ann Cleveland (154) and B.J. Cleveland (154). CENTER PHOTO: Leading the Pledge of Allegiance and SPJST Youth Motto are Dakota Holder (6) and Angel Pace (154). RIGHT PHOTO: District Three Leaders-in-Training
(LITs) receiving certificates at YAD are, left to right, Paige Tignor (25), Talia Milan (154), Dustin Motley (25), Katelyn Daniel (183), Cassidy Higgins (183), and Elisabeth Cowan (84). Thanks and congratulations to each of these teen leaders.
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 154 members serving a delicious meal are, left to right, Mary Steinman, Larry Hargiss, Angel and Lori Pace, and Jody and Kim Steinman. CENTER PHOTO: Tabulators are, left to right, Gay
Williams, Elisa Werner, Darrell Williams, Libbie Vrla, and District Three Director Johnnie Krizan. RIGHT PHOTO: Emil Milan (154) and Anna Johnson (154) enjoy the day’s talent and royalty speeches.
LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are Carolyn Cleveland, Jerry Milan, Anna Johnson, Mary Jean Renfro, and Henrietta Milan, all of Lodge 154. CENTER PHOTO: Pictured are, left to right, Paige Tignor (25), Joy McClellan (84),
Lesa Zabojnik (84), Cassidy Higgins (183), Talia Milan (154), Ann Pustejovsky (183), Debra Daniel (183), and Katelyn Daniel (154). RIGHT PHOTO: 2012 District Three Queen Reagan Langer (25) and April Dvorak (25).
LEFT PHOTO: Congratulations to Katelyn Daniel (183)! State Youth Director Lynette Talasek presented her a $100 Visa gift card for being the overall winner in the Czech Easter Egg (Kraslice) Decorating Contest. CENTER PHOTO: 2012 District Three Royalty—Duke Lane Slovak (25),
King Dustin Motley (25), Queen Reagan Langer (25), and Duchess Macy Jones (154). RIGHT PHOTO: Mary Steinman (154), left, and Betty Macalik (25) announce the silent auction winners. A silent auction featuring the cookie entries was held. The funds benefitted West Sokol.
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Study Czech in Schulenburg, Sealy
Conversational Czech featuring Moravian dialects spoken in Texas will be offered in the fall at Blinn College in Schulenburg and Sealy via interactive video conference. The following classes will be offered: Beginning Czech on Thursdays, September 19 to November 14, Intermediate Czech on Wednesdays, September 18 to November 13, and Advanced Czech, September 17 to November 12. To register for the classes, please call (979) 743 5237. Pre-registration is required. The instructor, Thadious Polasek, has been teaching Czech at Blinn for more than 15 years. The intermediate classes will include discussion on how the names of Texas Czech communities reflect Czech history. The advanced class will read articles from Texas Czech newspapers and the internet in Czech covering many topics of Texas Czech history, culture, and music. The beginning Czech class will begin with the alphabet and progress through the Czech grammar with a focus on vocabulary development. Come join the Community Education Czech classes at Blinn College in Schulenburg or Sealy. —SPJST—
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Slovanská Podporující Jednota Státu Texas
Uředni orgán SPJST ★ Založené roku 1897
TCGS to host Generation to Generation Research Conference
Two jam-packed days of genealogy and an evening of fun entertainment will be in store for those attending the conference at the Caldwell Civic/Visitor Center on July 12 and 13, 2013. Hosted by the Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS), sessions will focus on ways and means of locating ancestral knowledge from generation to generation. The two-day event begins with registration beginning at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 12. At 12 noon, the first session—Genealogy Software - An Adventure—will begin. Duwain Pingenot and Cecilia Forrest will address the question of why using computer genealogy software provides the easiest way to put genealogical information into a media that can produce the greatest variety of charts and reports, and offers the most means for sharing the information Duwain took the first course in data processing offered by the University of Texas in 1959 called “High Speed Computer Programming.” That start and his background in engineering and business led to his working for Eastman Kodak Company in sales of computer peripherals for large mainframe computers. After 30 years, Duwain retired in 1991. He and his sister, Cecilia, are third generation Czech Texans born in Del Rio and raised in Ennis, Texas. His involvement in computer genealogy includes the software programs of Personal Ancestral File (PAF), Ancestral Quest, Family Tree Maker, and Ancestry. Duwain operates programs on both the Mac and PC operating systems. Cecilia Pingenot Forrest, who resides in Houston, is a member of the
Daughters of the Republic of Texas. Because of the early death of their parents, Cecilia and her brother, Duwain, both developed an appreciation for family ties that ultimately led to their shared interest in genealogy. Cecilia has served as the Migl Family Historian for over 30 years and has more than 18 binders of family records that she takes to their family reunions. While Cecilia has limited experience with several other genealogy programs, her main program continues to be PAF. Her research has moved from cemeteries, courthouses, Clayton Genealogy Library utilizing microfilm, the local LDS Family History Center, the Texas State Archives, and finally to online original records which can be digitally copied and added to her computer genealogy program. From 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., attendees will be given a choice between two sessions: Preserving and Restoring Vintage Photos, taught by Monica Havelka, or Google Your Genealogy taught by James Hollis. Monica’s career in graphics design for print publications, photography interests, and family photographs led her into the photo restoration field. She worked in two Georgetown frame shops that also laid the path to her photo restoration business, Lasting Images. The Williamson County Sun featured Monica’s interest in both genealogy and photo restoration in the Life Section of the July 10, 2011, Sun. James Hollas began genealogy research in 1990 when a cousin wanted a family tree. With a new computer and a free program, James began his genealogical journey. Bitten by the genealogy bug, he has been active in local and national societies since. After serving as treasurer of the
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Austin Genealogical Society, he served as president in 2002 and 2003, and followed that with working with the Federation of Genealogical Societies cochairing its exhibit hall at their national conferences for a number of years. James is unique in finding genealogical needs and then goes about researching and putting a program together to help others. While using Google, James learned the many “tricks” to finding genealogical answers. James attended University of Texas and graduated from University of Corpus Christi with a degree in political science. Shortly, everyone will be buzzing about the Vestnik being online. The Portal to Texas History will be a jump start for attendees to learn about the Portal and the enormous amount of information it contains. Dreanna Belden, Assistant Dean for External Relations for the University of North Texas Libraries, explores how digital cultural heritage collections can most effectively be used in education, and collaborates with museums, libraries, and archives to place historic materials online. The American Library Association selected Ms. Belden as a participant in its prestigious Emerging Leaders program in 2007. She recently completed service as a Chair for the Advisory Board for the Texas State Library and Archives Commissions’ “Train to Share” IMLS funded program. In 2011, she became the first librarian elected to the Council of the Texas Association of Museums and was recently appointed to their executive board. The Portal to Texas History session will run from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. This session will let attendees see how the Portal is a digital gateway to historical and cultural heritage collections
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throughout the state of Texas. With more than 200,000 materials that include historic newspapers, photographs, city and county records, memoirs, maps, etc., the Portal serves as an indispensable source for genealogists. After a time for visiting with other attendees or searching through the genealogical books in the Research Room, the aroma of delicious food will fill the building. The 5:30 p.m. menu for Friday evening will consist of grilled chopped sirloin, Czech potatoes, corn casserole, tea, rolls, coffee, and apple cobbler for dessert. Accordionist Henry Machicek along with his lovely wife Susan will take the stage Friday evening for a Parade of Kroje. As toes tap to the beat of their music, we are sure to see a smile and a twinkle in the eyes of Czechs and nonCzechs alike.
Be sure to arrive early Saturday morning and begin your day with kolaches, coffee, and/or orange juice and join Henry and Susan as they kick-off our Saturday with a sing-along, singing some of your favorite Czech songs. Except for college years at Texas Tech, and beginning his career in insurance in Houston, Allan Lueck has spent 64 years in Temple, the town in which he was born and raised. He says, “It qualifies me not only to be a pioneer, but an old geezer as well!” Allan did his first performance at age 13. Essentially magic has been his hobby, but he has performed at church functions, birthday parties, banquets, civic club meetings, etc. for a good number of years. In addition to the magic he performs, he adds humor
Czech Heritage Museum Memorials January to June 2013
In Memory of Guadalupe Luna from SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo In Memory of Mary Lillian Hyneklenart from John and Judy Kazda In Memory of Carrie B. Milan from SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth In Memory of Dewey Mears from Jerry and Henrietta Milan In Memory of Rosie Steinman from Mildred Holeman In Memory of Leander Pflughaupt of Mildred Holeman In Memory of Albina Naizer from SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth In Memory of Rosie Steinman from SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth In Memory of Leonard Mix from SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth In Memory of Elsie Fink from SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor In Memory of Anna Braden from SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo In Memory of Lester Glass from SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo In Memory of Consuela Gonzalez from SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo In Memory of Susie Blubaugh from SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville In Memory of Susie Blubaugh from Roxy and Larry Bertrand In Memory of Susie Blubaugh from Bob and Polly Bayer In Memory of Leander Pflughaupt from Bob and Polly Bayer In Memory of Leander Plughaupt from Roxy and Larry Bertrand In Memory of April Bayer from Sandra Dubcak In Memory of April Bayer from Jesse and Linda Pospisil In Memory of April Bayer from Forrest and Alice Horecka In Memory of April Bayer from Ruth Ann Shell In Memory of April Bayer from Al and Mary Ann Henke In Memory of April Bayer from Pam Donnell and Wonda Lackey In Memory of April Bayer from Thomas and Lucille Novak and Family In Memory of April Bayer from Lloyd and Bettie House In Memory of April Bayer from J.J. and Vernell Johnson, Jr. In Memory of April Bayer from Don and Linda Bayer Johnson In Memory of April Bayer from Patsy Chappell and Joleen Nauman In Memory of April Bayer from Bob and Polly Bayer In Memory of April Bayer from Louis and Lorraine Vontur In Memory of April Bayer from Carol Horecka In Memory of April Bayer from SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville In Memory of April Bayer from Marvin and Molly Roemer In Memory of April Bayer from Larry and Roxy Bertrand In Memory of April Bayer from Glen and Wendy Pruski In Memory of Claire Rychlik from SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo In Memory of Ronnie Socha from SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo In Memory of Rosie Steinman from Norman M. Kneschk
about facing the aging process in his show. His act is about creating fun and laughter for the audience. He aims for the audience to find some laughs and forget their troubles for awhile. As Saturday morning arrives, registration will begin at 8 a.m. followed with entertainment led by Henry and Susan. From 9 to 10 a.m., attendees will once again be given a choice of sessions to attend. Blogs, Journals,
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Forums - How To Share Your Research Online will be led by well-qualified Randy Whited. Randy has been an avid genealogist for over 30 years. A director with the Federation of Genealogical societies, Randy is chairman of its education committee. He is also the host of FGS’ web radio program, My Society, and is on the board of directors of the Texas State Genealogical Society as webmaster and is
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.
p.m. Presentations/seminars throughout the day. Registration/kolaches and coffee - 8 a.m.; ceremonies - 9 a.m.; lunch - 12 noon; vendor booths; silent auction; CHS Travelling library. Submitted by Larry Jackson.
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.
August 12 TCGS Friends of the SPJST Library Inventory Day—at SPJST Home Office, 520 North Main Street, Temple. Contact TCGS President Charlene Hurta via email cmhurta@earthlink.net; or via phone (979) 849-0348. Also visit www.txczgs.org.
Now Through Dec. 31 Czech Muzika, Texas-Style Exhibit— at Czech Heritage Museum, Temple, 119 West French Street. (254) 8992935. Visit www.czechmuseum.org.
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
July 13 West Recovery Benefit Czech Dinner/Dance—at Knights of Columbus Hall in West, Texas, 2 to 6 p.m.: authentic Czech meal and live Czech music. For tickets or information, call Happy Almaguer (512) 8921385 or James Van Bibber (512) 255-6994 or email texasczechsnumber1@gmail.com. Benefit to support West disaster recovery. Special guest will be Texas Governor Rick Perry.
July 20 CHS Summer State Meeting and Genealogical Conference - ‘Mapping Our Ancestors’—at American Legion Hall, Hudgeons Post 230, on 107 East Park Street, Hallettsville, 8 a.m. to 4
August 1 TCGS Magazine Česke Stopy Submission Deadline—“Open topics”. Contact TCGS President Charlene Hurta via email cmhurta@earthlink.net. Also visit www.txczgs.org.
August 23 12th Annual San Antonio Czech Gala—at St. Luke’s Catholic Church Parish Hall in San Antonio, Texas, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Czech music and Czech food; great prize drawing; silent auction. Proceeds benefit TCHCC, La Grange. For more information and for ticket prices, call (210) 410-8840. Submitted by, Alice Vida.
September 28 TCGS One-Day Genealogical Conference: Great Ingredients (Individuals) = Great Casseroles (Families)—at Caldwell Civic/Visitors’ Center, 103 Presidential Corridor-Highway 21W, Caldwell, Texas. Contact TCGS President Charlene Hurta via email cmhurta@earthlink.net; or via phone (979) 849-0348. Visit www.txczgs.org.
October 11 - 12 TCHCC Heritage Festival and Muziky—at TCHCC, grounds, La Grange, Texas. Visit www.czechtexas.org for information.
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leading its technology initiatives. A lifelong Texan, Randy is an alumnus of the University of Texas and resides in Pflugerville with his wife and twin daughters. During the same 9 to 10 a.m. hour, Karen Matheson will present Salt Lake City and Its Czech Holdings. There are very few with more knowledge concerning the holdings at LDS than Karen. She has been doing genealogical research for more than 20 years and presently works as a professional genealogist. Karen enjoys mentoring, teaching, and sharing her enthusiasm for family history with others! She served five years as the director of Round Rock Texas Family History Center and currently serves as president of Williamson County Genealogical Society, as chapter representative for Lone Star Chapter of the APG, and secretary of Texas State Genealogical Society. Always a favorite, and one of our most requested speakers, is Doug Kubicek. With the presentation, “X” Marks the Spot; Photographs, Maps and More, more help is on the way for the Czech genealogist who cannot seem to find where the photographs in their family collections were taken. Special emphasis will be given to the Czech business sector in larger towns and communities using hard-to-find maps and other overlooked sources. Doug is a native Texan born and raised in Shiner, Texas. He graduated from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville with a degree in United States History and Cultural Geography. He is a 45-year member of Texas Historical Commission and Lavaca County Historical Commission and currently is serving as chairperson and archeological steward.
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In September 2012, he presented a paper as part of the Texas Folklore Society session at the East Texas Historical Association annual meeting entitled, “I Thought I Saw a Ghost On Boggy Creek. The Story of Sarah Creath.” Doug, a seventh grade Texas History teacher, has 26 years experience in the education field, and is currently employed by the Hallettsville Independent School District. You Live As Long As You Are Remembered will be presented by another TCGS favorite speaker. Carroll Brincefield was raised in South Texas. Her family came to Texas in the mid1800s, settling in DeWitt and Lavaca Counties. As an adult, Ms. Brincefield traveled extensively throughout America and the world, living in Greece, England, and Germany. She received her bachelor of science in history and anthropology and her masters of art in history at Central Missouri State University. Carroll lectures throughout Texas on numerous topics, has an extensive collection of military memorabilia of which a large portion is on loan to the Czech Veterans’ Military Museum and Wall of Honor. In keeping with the conference theme, as we enjoy country fried chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, tea, rolls, coffee, and banana pudding, we are sure to remember sitting around grandparents’ or great-grandparents’ dinner table enjoying the same meal. Two sessions will be presented Saturday afternoon: Keep Your Feet On The Ground and Your Data In The Clouds by Randy Whited; and information using the genealogical Family Search site will be brought by Karen Matheson. Full registration for both Friday and Saturday is $85 for TCGS members, and $95 for non-members. This fee includes both meals and the Friday evening entertainment. Registration fee for one-day
Texas Czech Genealogical Society Website: txczgs.org
Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs.”
For membership: Merlene Bravenec (254) 778-7285
attendance is $50 for TCGS members and $55 for non-members. If registering at the door, the fee will be $60 for each day. A ticket for non-conference attendees who want to join in the fun for Friday dinner and entertainment is available for $25; and a Saturday lunch ticket will
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be available for $15. Contact Bennie Stasny (512) 4976007 for more information; or send registration fees to Bennie at 8402 Shenandoah Drive in Austin, Texas 78753. —SPJST—
BARBECUE COOK-OFF Plan to attend SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton’s 21st Annual
THIS IS A C.T.B.A. QUAD-CITIES COOK-OFF
FRIDAY NIGHT FUN! AND
July 19-20, 2013
Entertainment Hamburgers Refreshments Margarita Contest
SEATON STAR HALL
AWARDS AND $2,500 GUARANTEED PRIZE MONEY AWARDED Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple, just off Highway 53
Electrical and water hook-ups.
For more information, contact Edwin Pechal at (254) 985-2282 or (254) 984-2255
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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment
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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, 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. Saturday, July 27—Mechell family reunion Sunday, July 28—Hoover reunion Friday, August 2—Social night, 6 p.m. Sunday, August 4—Peterson reunion, 10 a.m. Sunday, August 4—SPJST Lodge No. 6 meeting, 5 p.m. Saturday, August 10—Hykel reunion, 11 a.m.
Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Directions: From Interstate 35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light and stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take Farm Road 2114 East for 3 miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road. The lodge hall is on the right about 1/2 mile down the road. Hall Rental Information: (254) 826-5882; Hall Phone: (254) 826-0005. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Hall, 503 Park Drive, Weimar.
LODGE 9, SNOOK (1) Lodge Hall: 457 CR 269, Snook. Directions: From Snook, turn on FM 2155 to downtown. At Snook School, stay right on Spur 2155. At “T”, turn right on CR 269. Go 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3732. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 425 CR 424, Dime Box. Directions: In Dime Box, turn left from FM 141 on CR 424. Go east on CR 425 for 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 884-1451; Hall Phone: (979) 8843211. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at the hall. Please join us!
LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 36, Buckholts. Directions: Hall is located on Highway 36, east of Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: (254) 593-2222. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Refreshments served after meeting, and door prizes awarded.
LODGE 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions: From Caldwell, turn from Highway 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles; turn left on CR 225. Go one mile, veering to the right. Lodge building is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Saturday, July 13—Rian C. Band and Pure Country Band, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $8 per person Sunday, July 14—Holub Polka Band, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $8/person Sunday, July 21—Jerry Haisler and The Melody 5, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $8 per person Saturday, August 3—People’s Choice, country/western/mix music. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $8/person Sunday, August 11—Edward Kopecky and Fun Time Czech Band, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $8 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) 985-2393. 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) 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 Saturday, June 22—Private party Saturday, July 27—Rental Saturday, August 3—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 In-
formation: (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) Thursday, July 4—Hall closed for Independence Day. Friday, July 5—Sterling Country, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 7—Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club monthly meeting at Taylor City Swimming Pool. Contact Youth Leader Cristy Girod (512) 468-1347 if interested in attending. Wednesday, July 10—Lodge 29, Taylor meeting, 6:30 p.m. Covered dish meal follows meeting. Live music by the Sam and Bobby Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, July 12—Texas Pioneers, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, July 19—The Lawmen, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 24—Live music: Sam and Bobby Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, July 26—Fritz Hodde 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, July 27—Casey Kelley Band
Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From IH-35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy. 84 East through Bellmead; go approx. 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy. 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Turn right onto Elk Road; go approx. 1 mile; road will dead end - turn right; go approx. 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (254) 875-2156; Hall Phone: (254) 863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 38, KOVAR (1) Lodge Hall: 278 Zimmerhanzel Road, Flatonia. Hall Rental Information: (512) 237-2438/day; (830) 8394353/night. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 39, BRYAN (1) Lodge Hall: Cherry Bend Circle, Lot 12, Bryan. Directions: From Hwy 6, turn west on OSR; go 2 miles to Mumford Road and turn left. Go 1.1 mile and turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. The lodge hall is at the bend of the road (white building). Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Lunch at 12:30 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. For information, call President Wade O’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
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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) Saturday, July 13—District Two Youth Achivement Day. Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20—Lodge 47, Seaton Barbecue Cookoff
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 non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Frank Klinkovsky (254) 773-4801; Hall Phone: (254) 985-2548. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. 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 In-
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formation: (979) 793-4313; email td_stavinoha@yahoo.com. Hall Phone: (361) 7934742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From IH-35 East in Dallas, take IH-20 East. From IH-20 East, take the IH-45 exit toward downtown Dallas. IH45 runs into Hwy 75. From Hwy 75, take a right at Bryan Street exit. From Bryan Street, turn right on Cantreal Street and go until you come to Floyd Street; take a right on Floyd Street. Hall is the second building on the right. Hall Rental Information: (214) 826-3557. Hall Phone: (214) 823-0072. Band Bookings: Cherri Petr (214) 352-4397. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north onto 50th Street; go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Bertha Capps (254) 778-4371; Shop (254) 773-6164. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Saturday, 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 Friday, July 26—Bobby Flores, $20/person Saturday, July 27—No dance Saturday, August 3—The Moonglow Orchestra, big band music. *Dress Code. $15 per person Saturday, August 10—Red Ravens, polka/variety. $10/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) 8707114.
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) 8262670/email mvrla@sbcglobal.net; or Sales Agent John Vrla (214) 906-3385/email jvrla@cebridge.net.
LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio.
LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Hall: 2622 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy. 287 East exit. Stay Hwy. 287 on until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and under the overpass at IH-45. Then go approximately 1 3/4 miles on Hwy. 34. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Larry Valek (214) 794-7674. Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. at Danbury City Hall, Danbury.
LODGE 141, SEALY (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle Drive, Sealy, Texas.
LODGE 142, HOUSTON (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. 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) Thursday, June 27—Meal/Social at Country Inn Steakhouse, 1000 East Blue Bell Road, Brenham. Meeting, 7 p.m. 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) 2953483; (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) 465-8538; (214) 876-9029. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Last Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Hall: FM 532 West, Moulton. Directions: From Texas 95 in Moulton, take FM 532 West four miles. Lodge hall is located on the right. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS (7) Lodge Meetings: Every other month - February, April, June, August, October, and December. Call for meeting date, time, and location. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Theresa Haag (830) 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. 1-7420733095-41002.
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
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Temple: Take IH-35 South. Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign; take left on University Boulevard. The third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right is Luther Peterson Boulevard. Hall Rental Information: (512) 255-1554; (512) 771-4948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall followed by a covered dish meal. Board Meeting: 2 p.m.; entertainment, 2:30 p.m. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at Charles Munday’s office, 416 Oak Street, Bryan (behind the Kettle Restaurant on Texas Avenue).
LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information/Dance Reservations: 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—
The Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key
O say, can you see, by the dawn’s early light, What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming? Whose broad stripes and bright stars, through the perilous fight, O’er the ramparts we watched were so gallantly streaming; And the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air, Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there; O say, does that Star-Spangled Banner yet wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave? On that shore dimly seen through the mists of the deep, Where the foe’s haughty host in dread silence reposes, What is that which the breeze, o’er the towering steep, As it fitfully blows, now conceals, now discloses? Now it catches the gleam of the morning’s first beam-In full glory reflected now shines in the stream; ‘Tis the Star-Spangled Banner; O long may it wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
And where are the foes who so vauntingly swore That the havoc of war and the battle’s confusion A home and a country should leave us no more? Their blood has washed out their foul footsteps’ pollution. No refuge could save the hireling and slave From the terror of flight, or the gloom of the grave; And the Star-Spangled Banner in triumph doth wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
O thus be it ever, when freemen shall stand Between their loved homes and the war desolation; Blest with victory and peace, may the heav’n-rescued land Praise the Power that hath made and preserved us a nation! Then conquer we must, for our cause it is just, And this be our motto, “In God is our trust;” And the Star-Spangled Banner in triumph shall wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
Happy Fourth of July from SPJST!
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