Volume 101 Number 44
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Czech Beseda Dancers from Lodge 84, Dallas represented SPJST and performed at the State Fair of Texas for Heritage Day on Sunday, October 20. They gathered for a group photo after the performance. Pictured are, front, left to right, Elisabeth Cowan, Anne Cowan, Mandy Faraizl, Kelly Tucker, Bethanie Kollinger, Liz Petr, Jamie Lyn Novak, Leigh Merghenn, Jeraldine Becan, Stephanie Kenney, Theresa Liska, and Diane Liska. BACK: Left to right are Scott Cowan, Steve Cowan, Ray Faraizl, Randy Petr, Larry Petr, II, Larry Petr, Jason Sims, Damon Petr, Mike Kenney, Michael Kenney, Jim Liska, and David Liska.
Lodge 84, Dallas Czech Dancing at the State Fair of Texas
• • • Friendship 2013 October State Top Sales Producers • • •
Rhonda Stover
Rubie M. Volek, FIC
Interest Rates.......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 Readers Write ......................................3 Friendship 2013 Updates.................4-5 Lodge Section......................................6 In Memoriam ......................................20
Youth Section.....................................21 Youth Club’s Quarterly Report .........25 Czech Culture ....................................28 Advertisements .................................29 Lodge Calendar .................................30 Cookbook Order Form ......................32
Lodge 188, Centerville District One
Lodge 187, Round Rock District Two
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Sabino Garcia
Carolina Covarrubia Lodge 30, Taiton District Six
Inside Th is Week’s Vestnik
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Lodge 202 Jourdanton recognizes veterans
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Lodge 183, Arlington District Three
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Lodge 48 Beyersville shares fundraiser scenes
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District Six youth participate in Dozinky festival
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ˇ ´ VESTNIK
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
SPJST HERALD
SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 (800) 727-7578 • (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-7447 www.spjst.org
VESTNIK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0807 VESTNIK Fax: (254) 773-8087
email: m e l a n i e z @ v v m . c o m
SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-2902 • Home: (254) 985-0007 email: vanicek@spjst.com
VICE PRESIDENT GENE McBRIDE, FICF, CFFM Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-1450 • Home: (254) 534-1930 email: genemc@spjst.com SECRETARY-TREASURER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 721-4739 • Home: (254) 778-3720 email: leonardm@spjst.com
DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR/CHAIRMAN DONNIE VICTORICK, FIC, CFFM P.O. Box 85, Snook, Texas 77878-0085 Home: (979) 272-3265 • Mobile: (979) 224-3125 email: dv.aggie@verizon.net DISTRICT TWO DIRECTOR JESSE POSPISIL 4710 FM 1331, Taylor, Texas 76574-2164 Home: (512) 365-1110 • Mobile: (512) 826-7371 email: jlpospisil@yahoo.com
DISTRICT THREE DIRECTOR JOHNNIE R. KRIZAN 11500 Heritage Pkway, West, Texas 76691-2017 Home: (254) 826-5882
DISTRICT FOUR DIRECTOR BILLY ROLLWITZ, FIC, CFFM P.O. Box 195, Rowena, Texas 76875-0195 Home: (325) 442-3141 • Mobile: (325) 277-5362 Office: (325) 442-3038 • email: brollwitz@verizon.net DISTRICT FIVE DIRECTOR LARRY W. PFLUGHAUPT, FIC 1243 Clovis Rd, Houston, Texas 77008-6232 Home: (713) 864-2163 • email: lpflugh@aol.com DISTRICT SIX DIRECTOR KAREN KASPAR, FIC, CFFM 8550 N. State Highway 71 El Campo, Texas 77437-9819 Home: (979) 543-2532 • Mobile: (979) 332-1616 email: k-kaspar@hotmail.com
DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR BOB J. BAYER, FIC 1100 Hospital Blvd, Floresville, Texas 78114-2912 Home: (830) 393-9073 FRATERNAL FIELD MANAGERS DISTRICTS ONE/THREE Philip (Phil) McBee, FICF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 239-7580 • Fax: (325) 784-7448 email: philm@spjst.com DISTRICTS TWO/SEVEN Hiram Dixon, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 231-7722 • Fax: (254) 501-4479 email: hadixon2003@yahoo.com DISTRICT FOUR Bobby Davis, FICF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 239-9153 • Fax: (325) 657-2003 email: bobbyd@spjst.com DISTRICTS FIVE/SIX Delisle Doherty Mobile: (254) 239-9616 • Fax: (281) 855-3039 email: delisled@spjst.com
FINANCIAL SECRETARY ROY VAJDAK (254) 773-1575 email: royv@spjst.com
STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR FRANK HORAK Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0681 email: frankh@spjst.com STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR LYNETTE TALASEK Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 931-0639 email: lynettet@spjst.com
DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Sharon Russell, 1292 CR 441, Dime Box, Texas 778853 • (979) 884-0807 - email: sharonrussell28@yahoo.com District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Road, Burlington, Texas 76519-3108 - (254) 9852396 - email: patsyk2011@yahoo.com District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside Ave, Dallas, Texas 75206-5840 • (214) 826-3557 - email: magiclady_46@hotmail.com District Four - Beverly J. Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Texas 76875 - (325) 442-4841 - email: bjtep@verizon.net District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023-6510 • (713) 649-6138 email: district5dyc@aol.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El Campo, Texas 77437 • (979) 543-7120 - email: lbubela@warpspeed1.net District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasan78064 • (210) 535-4916 - email: ton, Texas poohbear78064@hotmail.com BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Richard Ford, 2392 CR 424, Dime Box, 77853 - (979) 884-1451 - email: Texas dimebox5@aol.com District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Texas 78615 - (512) 365-2000 - (512) 848-2416/cell - email: RonnieR1056@yahoo.com District Three - Kay Lynn Kovar, 3303 West Lake Bardwell Drive, Ennis, Texas 75119 - (972) 875-6827 District Four - Beverly J. Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Texas 76875 - (325) 442-4841 - email: bjtep@verizon.net District Five - Mildred Holeman, 1006 Chantilly Lane, Houston, Texas 77018 - (713) 683-0018 - email: mmholeman@yahoo.com District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Texas 77414 - (979) 244-4415; (979) 479-3430 cell District Seven - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (830) 281-8246 -email: bvhouse@att.net
FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Thomas Cannon, P.O. Box 372, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 567-4264 District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Highway 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2282 District Three - Michael Galler, 526 Karen, Waco, Texas 76706 - (254) 662-4934 District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM Highway 765, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 651-8550 District Five - Marceil Malak, 7444 Meiners Road, Ledbetter, Texas 78946-5118 - (979) 249-5940 District Six - Glenn Kaminsky, 902 River Oaks Court, East Bernard, Texas 77435 - (979) 335-4461 District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Texas 78130-3438 - (830) 625-8262
INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Highway 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Daniel Roznovsky, 2513 Custer Court, Irving, Texas 75062 - (972) 252-6763 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Drive, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 234-8117 District Five - Helen Hegwood, 6702 Lindy Ann Lane, Houston, Texas 77008 - (713) 864-0489 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174, Lolita, Texas 77971 - (361) 874-4461 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (210) 535-4916
PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 540-8531 District Two - Tammy Whatley, 141 Meadow Park Drive, Georgetown, Texas 78626 - (512) 948-5339 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Drive, San Angelo, Texas 76903 - (325) 651-5884 District Five - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 CR 47, Angleton, Texas 77515 - (979) 922-1279 District Six - Helen Kelner, 911 Avenue K, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 - (281) 342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 447 Shady Hollow, New Braunfels, Texas 78132 - (830) 964-5135 HUMAN RESOURCES DEBBIE KLINKOVSKY (254) 773-1575 • email: debbiek@spjst.com
Editor’s Note
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Inspiring Others
It’s probably true that most people who work with us will never
care as deeply as we do about building our business and serving our clients. If they did, they’d probably be working for themselves. Yet there’s a great deal we can do to raise the level of their commitment and inspire them to peak performance. The operative word in the preceding sentence is inspire. You can demand that people who work for you be punctual, or that they perform at a certain level of output, or even that they do things reasonably well. Yet real commitment can only be inspired. And, inspiring people is what great leaders like John F. Kennedy and Lee Iaccoca did best. How do great leaders such as these inspire others to commit themselves to their goals? It’s not just that they have charismatic personalities, or that they give a lot of high-powered motivational talks. What they do is communicate their vision so forcefully that other people adopt it as their own vision. For example, in the early sixties, President Kennedy set his sights on putting a man on the moon, and told the American people, “We can do it!” He said it with such conviction that masses of people believed it, and committed themselves to making it happen. And, sure enough, in less than a decade, the first human being had walked on the moon. Lee Iaccoca stepped into the ailing Chrysler Corporation and said, “We’re going to turn this company around!” With clear goals, a solid plan of action, and a strong conviction, he was able to inspire enough commitment from the U.S. Congress that he secured the largest loan ever made to a private company. Then he inspired enough commitment in thousands of Chrysler workers to enable the company to pay
back the loan ahead of schedule. That’s the formula for any leader to inspire commitment—clear goals, a solid plan of action, and a strong conviction. If you can communicate that to the people who work with you, you will have the kind of loyalty that makes them go the second mile. And the third and fourth miles if that’s what it takes to get the job done. —Nido R. Qubein President/CEO of Creatives Services, Inc.
Correction Last week’s Vestnik included a photo of Lodge 29, Taylor member Terry Skrhak who won several awards at the Hogeye Festival Barbecue Cook-Off in Elgin. We inadvertently left out one of Terry’s awards. Among his win of trophies and cash awards were for first and third in pork butt, first in sausage, second and third in ribs, and third in open pork. Congratulations, Terry, and we apologize for the omission. Important Holiday Deadlines Due to the Thanksgiving holidays, the deadline for the December 4 Vestnik will be Monday, November 25 at 5 p.m.
West Benevolence Fund Stay tuned for updates on the West Benevolence Fund. And, it’s still not too late to donate. Watch the Vestnik for details.
SPJST Home Office Open House SPJST Home Office will once again host a Christmas Open House following the Temple Christmas parade on Monday, December 2 at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited to enjoy refreshments, music, Santa and Mrs. Claus, and many more activities. See next week’s Vestnik for more information.
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, November 13, 2013
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Family Fun and Important Dates
Nov. 16-17 Lodge 87, Temple Youth Club Tamale Fundraiser (2) Nov. 17 Lodge 133, San Antonio Thanksgiving Luncheon (7) Nov. 17 Lodge 160, San Angelo Annual Meeting Wall Brethren Church Hall (4) Nov. 17 Lodge 184, Mouton Family Christmas Social (6) Nov. 23 SPJST Float • Tomball Holiday Parade (5) Nov. 25 Lodge 8, Weimar Holiday Meeting/Turkey Meal (6) Nov. 28-29 Thanksgiving Holidays SPJST Home Office Closed Nov. 29 SPJST Floats • Fort Worth Parade of Lights (3) Dec. 1 Lodge 6, Cottonwood Christmas Party (3) Dec. 1 Lodge 29, Taylor Christmas Party (2) Dec. 1 Lodge 54, West Christmas Party (3) Tours Hall, West Dec. 2 SPJST Home Office Christmas Open House Dec. 2 SPJST Floats • Temple Christmas Parade (2) Dec. 5 SPJST Float • El Campo Christmas Parade (6) Dec. 6 Lodge 51, Ellinger Christmas Party (1) Dec. 7 SPJST Float • Smithville Christmas Parade (1) Dec. 7 SPJST Float • Taylor Christmas Parade (2) Dec. 7 Lodge 88, Houston Christmas Party (5) Dec. 7 Lodge 91, San Jacinto Christmas Party China Ko, Crosby (5) Dec. 7 Lodge 182, Falls County Christmas Party (2) Dec. 7 Lodge 183, Arlington Christmas Party (3) Dec. 7 Lodge 204, Stephenville Christmas Party Pastafina Restaurant, Stephenville (3) Dec. 8 Lodge 9, Snook Christmas Party (1) Dec. 8 Lodge 18, Elgin Christmas Dance (2) Dec. 8 Lodge 30, Taiton Christmas Party Taiton Community Center (6) Dec. 8 Lodge 47, Seaton Christmas Party (2) Dec. 8 Lodge 87, Temple Christmas Party (2) Dec. 8 Lodge 202, Jourdanton Christmas Party Jourdanton Community Center (7) Dec. 9 Lodge 151, Wharton Christmas Social Wharton Depot Museum (6) Dec. 12 Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Christmas Party Raymond’s Restaurant, Lorena (2) Dec. 13 Lodge 67, Schulenburg Christmas Party Schulenburg Community Center (1) Dec. 14 SPJST Float • Belton Christmas Parade (2) Dec. 14 SPJST Float • Conroe Christmas Parade (5)
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Readers Write
District Three Youth Counselor expresses thanks
To all of the get-well wishers and to those who sent cards and called while I was in the hospital—it is what helped me get home quicker!
I am at home now, resting and recharging my energy for the next SPJST event and catering jobs. Thanks to all, and I appreciate your thoughtfulness! Fraternally, Bessie Petr Lodge 84, Dallas —SPJST—
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SPJST INTEREST RATES . . . 11/01/2013 - 01/31/2014 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: 3.00%
Annuity New 5 Year (plans 8040-8041 with a 1.50% guaranteed rate) Credited Rate: 3.00%
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Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Patsy Koslovsky, FIC Lodge 47, Seaton District Two
ASSOCIATE AGENTS
Insurance Issued Earned Premium
Insurance Issued Earned Premium
Lodge 188, Centerville District One
Elizabeth McKula
9 9 9 9 20 20 24 24 24 25 25 25 25
Insurance Issued Earned Premium
Insurance Issued Earned Premium
Earned Premium
Mildred Holeman Lodge 88, Houston District Five
Sabino Garcia
Lodge 187, Round Rock District Two
Carolina Covarrubia
Lodge 183, Arlington District Three
Lodge 30, Taiton District Six
Gay Revel, FIC Lodge 97, Placedo District Six
SPJST records 494 referrals in Friendship 2013 program through October
Through the end of October 2013, the following members contributed 494 referrals during the Friendship 2013 Membership Drive. Lodge Member’s Name
Rubie M. Volek, FIC
CAREER AGENTS
Insurance Issued Earned Premium
Insurance Issued
ASSOCIATE AGENTS
Rhonda Stover
Lodge 219, El Paso District Four
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October Top Sales Producers District Top Agents
Insurance Issued Earned Premium
4
Referrals
Sharon Ingram 3 James Koutny 1 Louise Koutny 1 Lydia Faust 1 Madelyn Rodroguez 1 James Schoeneman 1 Tatiana Tates 1 Terry Loessin 1 Melvin Marek 1 Margaret Campbell 14 Lisa Kirby 15 Lori Slack 10 Denise Christian 1 Claudia Hill 1 Leslie Kubin 1 Adell Rejcek 1
29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 40 47 47 47 47 47 47 47
Winston Anderson 1 Hailey Girod 1 Kaden Kaderka 1 Sharon Kaderka 18 Albert Kalinec 1 Elaine Machu 3 Tammy Miller 1 Kelsey Moore 1 Ronnie Rieger 2 Bailey Sumner 2 Emily Sumner 2 Cody Voigt 2 Colten Voigt 4 Charles Wagner 1 Carmen Kocurek 23 Amber Bartek 1 Sandra Dubcak 8 Debbie Klinkovsky 3 Joyce Kraatz 1 Justin Kraatz 1 Tammy Martinez 9 Katherine Morris 6
47 47 47 47 47 47 48 48 48 48 48 48 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 49 54 79
Jerry Pechal 1 Sharla Pechal 27 Emma Regan 8 Dorothy Stuchly 11 Lynette Talasek 6 Donica Zabcik 17 Chandee Bachmeyer 1 Alice Bracewell 1 Emily Filla 1 Janet Filla 1 Howard Leshikar 1 Jerry Turek 1 Laura Pospichal 1 Brandon Teplicek 1 Cammi Teplicek 1 Holt Teplicek 1 Hunter Teplicek 1 Hutson Teplicek 1 Hunter Wood 1 Morgann Wood 1 Tanner Wood 1 Tyler Kaluza 12 James Elzner 1
79 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 87 87 88 88 88 91 107 142 162 177 177 185 196 196
Mark Rebecek Linda Hill Frank Horak Jacob Horak Shelby Horak Doni Powell Socorro Wolcott Carol Wolf Stephanie Bartose Billye Westlake Carolyn Pechacek Kim Sample Rebecca Vajdak Paul Stasney Glen Pruski Alice Jochen Jaci Malovets Janie Coakley Nancy Miller Theresa Haag Brittany Doherty Nicholas Doherty
2 17 1 2 1 2 1 11 41 11 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 4 2 1 2 1
200 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 202 229 229 246 246 246 246 246 258
Margaret Santana 11 Bettie House 3 James House 1 Kelly House 1 Lloyd House 2 Michelle House 1 Regina House 2 Katlyn Polasek 2 Ciara Popham 1 Joshua Spence 1 Isabella Wiederhold 3 Liliana Wiederhold 2 Miranda Wiederhold 1 Chelsey Stevens 1 Katelyn Taylor 1 Karen Franklin 14 Tamara Gettys 49 Ann Paruzinski 8 Marissa Salinas 16 Susan Shofner 18 Chester Jenke 4
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
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★ ★ ★ Friendship 2013 Membership Program Report ★ ★ ★ Goal: 2,100 Certificates Issued • Through October: 1,027 Certificates Issued
• • • SPJST Monthly Insurance Report • • • Through October
MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND EARNED PREMIUM
Dist. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals
Apps. 6 7 14 15 22 25 21 0 110
Written $ 150,000.00 1,222,594.00 357,167.00 1,468,000.00 1,350,000.00 1,205,000.00 1,753,200.00 0 $7,505,961.00
Certs. Issued 10 $ 2,044,066.00 10 1,185,000.00 13 295,438.00 17 1,290,004.00 20 2,170,000.00 18 1,005,923.00 14 214,200.00 0 0 102 $ 8,204,631.00
Earned Prem. $ 2,620.36 10,971.25 4,358.55 8,308.55 9,737.50 3,000.10 6,588.38 0 $45,584.69
YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND EARNED PREMIUM
Dist. Apps. Written 1 82 $ 9,032,116.00 2 198 12,550,695.00 3 133 3,774,669.00 4 247 19,918,759.00 5 197 14,284,580.00 6 107 5,853,628.00 7 219 14,625,606.00 9 4 115,000.00 Totals 1,187 $80,155,053.00
Certs. 68 190 116 208 166 92 183 4 1,027
Issued $ 6,910,435.00 9,485,249.00 3,148,832.00 14,745,481.00 10,354,384.00 5,001,027.00 9,597,401.00 90,002.00 $59,332,811.00
Earned Prem. $ 39,172.67 84,759.31 59,032.81 86,211.37 93,039.37 48,988.11 59,050.69 0 $470,254.33
• • • • • Friendship 2013 • • • • • Monthly Prize Drawing • October Winner
Tyler Kaluza
Lodge 54, West • District Three $25 Walmart Gift Card
• • • SPJST Youth Clubs’ Update • • •
DISTRICT TWO YOUTH CLUBS
Lodge No.
9
Youth Club Name
Snook Youth Club
Certs. Issued
6
DISTRICT TWO YOUTH CLUBS
Lodge No.
24 29 47 48 80 87
Youth Club Name
Cyclone Youth Club Taylor Youth Club Seaton Youth Club Beyersville Youth Club Holland Youth Club Temple Youth Club
Certs. Issued
3 13 15 5 6 7
DISTRICT THREE YOUTH CLUBS
Lodge No.
6 25 183
Youth Club Name
Cottonwood Youth Club Ennis Youth Club Arlington Youth Club
Certs. Issued
2 6 13
DISTRICT FOUR YOUTH CLUBS
Lodge No.
49 229
Youth Club Name
Rowena Youth Club Abilene Youth Club
Certs. Issued
4 3
DISTRICT FIVE YOUTH CLUBS
Lodge No.
88 162
Youth Club Name
Houston Youth Club Iowa Colony Youth Club
Certs. Issued
6 1
DISTRICT SIX YOUTH CLUBS
Lodge No.
30 40
Youth Club Name
Certs. Issued
Taiton Youth Club 10 6 El Campo-Hillje Youth Club
DISTRICT SEVEN YOUTH CLUBS
Lodge No.
185 202
Youth Club Name
Certs. Issued
New Braunfels Youth Club Jourdanton
3 9
Listing reflects youth clubs whose quarterly reports were received by September 30, 2013 and youth clubs that are active (maintaining at least an average of 5 youth).
Lodge No.
9 13 38 141 169 171 186 188 189 234
Lodge No.
15 18 20 24 29 47 48 80 87 155 177 182 187 200 246
Lodge No.
6 25 35 54 66 84 92 130 135 178 183 *226
Lodge No.
49
• • • SPJST Lodge Incentive Report • • •
DISTRICT ONE
Lodge Name
Snook Dime Box Kovar Sealy Brenham Lockhart Caldwell Centerville Bryan-College Station Luling
DISTRICT TWO
Lodge Name
Buckholts Elgin Granger Cyclone Taylor Seaton Beyersville Holland Temple Austin Academy Falls County Round Rock Bruceville-Eddy Morgan’s Point
DISTRICT THREE
Lodge Name
Cottonwood Ennis Elk West Waco Dallas Fort Worth Dallas Ennis Longview Arlington Corsicana
DISTRICT FOUR
Lodge Name
Rowena
Through October
Certs. Issued
23 1 1 1 1 16 1 6 2 6
Certs. Issued
6 4 2 5 34 28 5 10 26 24 9 -2 8 2 4
Certs. Issued
5 12 1 10 23 6 2 4 2 3 39 4
Certs. Issued
18
SPJST Home Office Recruiter of the Month • • • October 2013 • • • Tamara Gettys
Receptionist Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point 7 Referrals
73 76 157 160 215 219 229 230 *256 *272
Seymour Wichita Falls Lubbock San Angelo South Plains El Paso Abilene Midland Denver City Del Rio
Lodge No.
Lodge Name
Lodge No.
Lodge Name
Lodge No.
Lodge Name
81 88 91 139 142 162 172 181 191 196
4 8 10 28 30 32 40 97 151 153 223 240 79 107 133 185 202 258
DISTRICT FIVE
Needville Houston San Jacinto Danbury Houston Iowa Colony Pasadena Conroe Lufkin Houston-West
DISTRICT SIX
Hallettsville Weimar Shiner East Bernard Taiton Victoria El Campo-Hillje Placedo Wharton LaSalle Palacios Bay City
DISTRICT SEVEN
Corpus Christi Floresville San Antonio New Braunfels Jourdanton Seguin
5
3 5 1 38 2 67 9 9 2 17
Certs. Issued
15 19 3 10 2 12 29 16 2 23
Certs. Issued
2 2 1 7 19 12 15 17 2 2 2 -10
Certs. Issued
119 24 3 8 13 2
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Wednesday, November 13, 2013
SPJST Lodge Se ct ion
Lodge 6 Cottonwood meets Nov. 22
Dear Members, Lodge 6, Cottonwood’s monthly social is Friday, November 22 at 6 p.m. We hope to see you there. Fraternally, Milton Peterson, President —SPJST—
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Lodge 8, Weimar plans holiday meeting
Lodge 8, Weimar members held their monthly meeting on October 28, 2013, at Leticia’s Mexican Restaurant in Weimar. Everyone enjoyed a Dutch treat meal of their choice. Present were 12 members and guests including District Six Director Karen Kaspar and State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Frank Horak. The meeting was called to order by Erline Janik around 7 p.m. Due to the absence of Treasurer Carolyn Tobola, Mrs. Janik read the treasurer’s report, and it was approved.
Holiday Meeting—November 25 The November/December holiday meeting plans were discussed. These meetings will be combined for one big event on Monday, November 25. We welcome all Lodge 8 members to join us at Weimar Veterans Memorial Hall at 6:30 p.m. We will enjoy a turkey and dressing meal provided by the lodge and members. Please RSVP to Erline Janik (979) 562-2408 on or before Friday, November 22. Also, we encourage everyone to bring non-perishable food items to be donated to the food pantry. Mrs. Janik gave the fraternal activities coordinator’s report. She stated that anyone interested in the upcoming events such as domino tournaments can contact her or the Home Office. Director Kaspar reported on the past Supreme Lodge meeting and the Fraternal Alliance Of Texas and Texas Association of Fraternal Insurance Counsellors Convention on October 25 and 26 in La Grange. She reported that everything is looking bright for SPJST, and we are heading in the right direction. The District Six Fall Meeting was held October 27 with Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje hosting. Congratulations to Lodge 8 member Henrietta Veselka for winning first place in the cookie division! We look forward to having all members join us for the holiday meet-
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ing. Please remember to RSVP to Erline Janik (979) 562-2408. We hope to see everyone there. Fraternally yours, Robin S. Guenther —SPJST—
Lodge 15 Buckholts hall looking nice with painting
The October meeting of SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts was called to order at 5 p.m. by President Doug Williams. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Regina Peevey followed by a moment of silence in memory of departed members. All officers were present for the meeting. The minutes and treasurer’s report were approved as read. Some of our members attended the District Two Fall Fun Day at Lodge 80, Holland. They reported that it was very nice, and they had a very enjoyable day. They also were lucky and came home with two delicious cakes. Our lodge building is really looking nice. John Smith is painting the outside, and Lamerle Zajicek and friends are working on the beautiful decorative painting at the entrance. We will
Lodge 8, Weimar Members Meet at Leticia’s Mexican Restaurant
TOP LEFT PHOTO: District Six Director Karen Kaspar visits with Lodge 8, Weimar members Arlene and Alfred Marshall. CENTER PHOTO: Rosie Shumbera is all smiles after the meeting. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 8, Weimar member Henrietta Veselka and State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Frank visit after the meeting.
LEFT and RIGHT PHOTOS: Members of Lodge 8, Weimar and guests enjoy an evening of fellowship at Leticia’s Mexican Restaurant after the monthly meeting.
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take pictures when it is completed so everyone can see this great work of art. We appreciate these ladies so much displaying their wonderful Godgiven talents on making this decorative painting for us. We are very excited about the new look. We want to thank Louis Mitchell from Rogers for donating the star on the front of the building. The old wooden one needed replacing. He wouldn’t accept any pay for it. We appreciate it so much. We hadn’t heard from our old faithful member Lillie Zajicek in some time. We checked with her family, and they said she is not doing so well. She has had some small strokes which have affected her memory. She is almost blind. I know Lillie must get very depressed. She is such a sweet person. We have missed her so much at our meetings. She and her late husband Joe have helped our lodge in so many ways through the years. We really miss Kathleen Jurca, another faithful member who no longer is able to attend the meetings. Faithful member Hilda Burtis fell this past week, and it is very difficult for her to get around. But with the help of Sandie Fischer, she attended the meeting. That proves what a devoted member Hilda is. RVOS’ annual meeting will be held in our SPJST building on October 20 at 2 p.m. Everyone is invited. Door prizes were drawn followed by a delicious meal. The next meeting will be on November 11 at 5 p.m. We hope to see you there. Fraternally, Dorothy Tomascik, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 25, Ennis sets apple strudel bake sale
Dear Members, Lodge 25, Ennis is hosting its annual apple strudel bake sale fundraiser once again. Apple strudels are $15 each and can be picked up November 25 or December 23 at SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis dining room between 2 and 7 p.m. To place an order for a strudel(s), call Margaret (972) 878-6149 or Betty (972) 878-7719. Funds raised will benefit the Lodge 25 improvement fund. Fraternally, Margaret Krajca, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje changes meeting to Sunday, Nov. 17
Dear Members, Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje is changing its meeting date to this Sunday, November 17, 2013, at 12 noon. A potluck meal provided by members will be served. The business meeting will follow. All members are encouraged to make note of the date change and attend the meeting on the 17th. Fraternally, Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Officers —SPJST—
Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje reports on October meeting
The meeting was called to order on October 27, 2013, at 10 a.m. There were nine members and two guests present. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was ob-
Lodge 25, Ennis welcomes new member
Lodge 25, Ennis welcomes new member Harrison Heath Gerich, who was born June 14, 2013, to Vanessa and Zach Gerich. Sales agent was Kay Lynn Kovar, also of Lodge 25, Ennis. —SPJST—
Harrison Heath Gerich
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served for the ill, deceased, and for the Armed Forces of our nation. Roll call of officers showed all were present except for Diane Seaman and Cathy Garcia. Trustees were all absent. Gladys Cerny made a motion to accept the minutes as presented in the Vestnik, seconded by Georgie Henderson. Motion carried. Ardis Bacak made a motion to accept two new members, seconded by Vlasta Bartos. Motion carried.
Officers’ Reports Dee Floyd gave the treasurer’s report. Ardis Bacak made a motion to accept the financial report as read, seconded by Vlasta Bartos. Motion carried. FAC Josephine Bacak thanked the ladies who helped in the kitchen and the greeter. She also talked about bringing items for the Christmas basket to be given to the needy for Christmas. We had the District Six Fall Meeting on Sunday, October 27. It started at 10:30 a.m. Registration started at 11 a.m. At 12 noon, we served a lunch for everyone. District Six Director Karen Kaspar was our guest speaker. Honorary District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom was also guest speaker. We all had a wonderful time playing bingo. There were a lot of prize drawing items and crafts for judging.
Next Meeting—November 17 The next meeting was to be on November 10 at 2 p.m. but has been changed to November 17 at 12 noon. Members are to bring potluck and a dessert for the meal. We will elect officers at the meeting. Members are asked to please come to the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 a.m. Fraternally, Josephine Brandt, Secretary —SPJST—
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Happy 75th Birthday, Bobby!
Happy 75th Birthday, Bobby Wuensche of SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville! A loving husband, devoted father, and best grandpa ever! We love you! Ruth Ann Frank, Ginger, Andrew, Johanna John, Kayla, Trent, Trevor Paula, Bret Andy
Lodge 80, Holland elects 2014 officers
SPJST Lodge 80, Holland met on November 2, 2013. President Rita Spinn called the meeting to order at 4 p.m. Membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members. Sister Rita welcomed District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and his wife Linda. All officers were present. Sales agents absent were Vicki Slye and Janet Lyon. Frank Pajestka, Jr. read the minutes of the last meeting for Secretary Linda Hill. With two corrections, the minutes were approved as read in a motion by Coleman Benner, seconded by Dan Hendrix. Linda read thank you cards from the G.L. Brisbin family, the Tommy Frei family, and the Marie Bohac family. Also, a thank you was received from the residents of Will O’Bell Nursing Home for the fun night of bingo.
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Treasurer Jewel Wolf gave the financial report. It was approved by the membership in a motion by Dan Hendrix, seconded by Coleman Benner. Sister Rita stated that due to price increases starting the first of the year, cold drinks will be $1, and beer will be $2. She also congratulated Coleman Benner on his 60 years with Holland Volunteer Fire Department. Holland American Legion Post 526
will have its annual veterans breakfast at the lodge on November 9 from 7 to 10 a.m. Youth Leader Connie Horak gave her report stating the youth will have a food drive. She also gave their account balance. Turkey Bingo Night—Nov. 21 Frank Pajestka, Jr. stated that November 21 will be turkey bingo night.
Sister Rita said Holland Global Issues will have a bake sale on November 21. She also thanked Ann Weir and Frank Pajestka, Jr. for all the work they do for the hall. Also thanked were Silveria Tschoerner and her husband Delvin for their work in the bar. St. John Lutheran Church represented by Robert Marwitz asked for the use of the raffle drum. Membership agreed in a motion by Dan Hen-
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drix, seconded by Jim McDougal. In a motion by Dan Hendrix, seconded by Carol Wolf, membership agreed to buy fruit from Holland FFA. The lodge Christmas party will be Thursday, December 14. Election of 2014 Officers In election of officers, the following slate of officers were nominated and accepted by acclamation:
Scenes from District Six Fall Family Fun Day
The District Six Fall Family Fun Day was held Sunday, October 27, 2013, at SPJST Lodge 40, El CampoHillje Hall in Hillje, Texas. The gathering was hosted by Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje and District Six members participated in cookie, needlework, and ornament contests, bingo games, door prizes, and youth drawings. A delicious barbecue chicken dinner was enjoyed by all. Before the meal, District Six Director Karen Kaspar (30) gave a blessing for the food and SPJST membership. She reported on the condition of Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride and his wife Frances after a car accident hospitalized them on Friday. She asked the membership to pray for their recovery. District Six President Joe Siptak (4) called the members to order and the youth of Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje posted the colors. After posting the colors, Sky Garcia and Kelly Taylor led the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence and prayer was observed for the deceased members of District Six. Lodge 40 President Jerry Gensler welcomed 80 members and guests to the annual fun day. She thanked the Lodge 40 adults and youth for helping set up and decorate for the event. District Six Second Vice President and
Sunday, October 27, 2013 • Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje
FAC Helen Zabransky (4) thanked Lodge 40 for hosting the family fun day and introduced the special guests attending. Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak and wife Becky, District Six Fraternal Field Manager Delisle Doherty, District Six Director Karen Kaspar (30), District Six Queen Sarah Siptak (4) and Duchess Lauren Kresta (30), and Honorary District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom (32) and wife Kathy were welcomed by the members and thanked for spending the day with District Six. District Six Secretary Wanda Dorotik (30) called roll for the district officers, lodges, and standing committee members. There were nine lodges represented at the district fun day: Lodges 4, Hallettsville; 8, Weimar; 28, East Bernard; 30, Taiton; 32, Victoria; 40, El Campo-Hillje; 97, Placedo; 151, Wharton and 184, Moulton. District Six FAC Helen Zabransky (4) introduced and thanked the judges and tabulating committee. The judges for the contests were Janet Saunders (97), Georgia Henderson (40), and Jeanette Kaminsky (28). FAC Zabransky announced the adult winners and presented awards in needlework, ornament and cookie contests. All cookies were sold in a silent auction benefitting SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm.
LEFT PHOTO: Needlework contest winners are, second from left to right, first place - Ardis Bacak (40), second place - Gay Revel (97) and third place - Josephine Brandt (40). Also pictured is District Six Director Karen Kaspar, far left. CENTER PHOTO: Ornament contest winners are, second from left to right, first place - Debbie Krpec (30), second place -
Adult contest winners are:
Ornament Contest 1st - Debbie Krpec (30) 2nd - Patsy Baker (30) 3rd - Josephine Brandt (40) Needlework Contest 1st - Ardis Bacak (40) 2nd - Gay Revel (97) 3rd - Josephine Brandt (40) Cookie Contest 1st - Henrietta Veselka (8) 2nd - Shirley Kalmus (4) 3rd - Patsy Baker (30)
DYC Lisa Bubela (30) announced the youth ornament contest winners and presented awards. Youth winners were: Kindergarten to Age 8 1st - Emily Kresta (30) 2nd - Grant Bubela (30) 3rd - Lauren Kresta (30)
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Brittany Baker (30) 2nd - Andrew Kresta (30) 3rd - Luc Marcaurele (30) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Sky Garcia (40)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Cynthia Garcia (40) 2nd - Daisy Enriquez (40) 3rd - Sarah Siptak (4)
Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak thanked the secretaries and members for helping update information for the unknown addresses given to the lodges. Fraternal Field Manager Delisle Doherty also gave a brief statement on unclaimed life insurance policies and the importance of getting current information on all policies. To conclude the wonderful fun day, members played bingo and youth members presented many drawings and door prizes. The 2014 District Six Spring Meeting will be hosted by Lodge 4, Hallettsville. The audit committee members for the spring business meeting are Tony Kelner (28), Mike Ahlstrom (32), and Glenn Kaminsky (28). The nominating committee members are Joseph Nezval (28) and Helen Kelner (28). Fraternally, Wanda Dorotik, Secretary —SPJST—
Patsy Baker (30), and third place - Josephine Brandt (40). Also pictured is District Six Director Karen Kaspar, far left. RIGHT PHOTO: Cookie contest winners are, second from left to right, first place - Henrietta Veselka (8), second place - Shirley Kalmus (4), and third place - Patsy Baker (30). Also pictured is District Six Director Karen Kaspar, far left.
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President Rita Spinn Vice President Joe Liles Secretary Linda Hill Treasurer Frank Pajestka, Jr. Reporter Estelle Coker Youth Leader Connie Horak Bar Person Silveria Tschoerner Bingo Chairman Ann Weir
Linda Hill. Meeting adjourned at 4:50 p.m. Fraternally, Estelle Coker, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 87, Temple reports on adult, youth activities
Board Members Dan Hendrix, Helen Pajestka Barbara Hill, Coleman Benner Curtis Wolf
Audit Committee Shirley Liles, Melanie Mowdy Barbara Hill
Those having birthdays this month are Dan Hendrix, Helen Pajestka, Tony Sladecek, Jacob Horak, James Sladecek, and Vicki Slye. On the sick list was Charles Hill. Jesse Pospisil gave a brief talk. He also brought door prizes, which were won by Cole Weir, Jewel Wolf, Frank Pajestka, Jr., Delores Sladecek, Regina Peevey, J.D. Coker, and Rita Spinn. Other door prizes were won by Helen Pajestka, Silveria Tschoerner, Frank Pajestka, Sr., Estelle Coker, and
The October 13, 2013, meeting of SPJST Lodge 87, Temple was called to order at 2:15 p.m. by President Lucas Davidson. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ryan Festa, and a moment of silence was held in honor of departed and sick members. All members present were signed in. Secretary Christine Festa read the minutes from the previous meeting. There were no corrections or additions, and the minutes were accepted by the membership. The fraternal activities coordinator’s report was given. Brother Daryl read the treasurer’s report. Treasury report was accepted as read. There was no old business to discuss.
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New Business A fundraiser for the adult lodge was held. Jennifer Davidson suggested the adult lodge look into holding a barbecue cook-off in conjunction with the youth clubs chili cook-off. Jennifer will look at the activities calendar for 2014 for available dates. Christmas Party—The adult lodge will have a potluck Christmas dinner on December 8 beginning at 2 p.m. We will hold a gift exchange with a limit of $10. We will have games available as well. All members are invited to attend. We discussed restocking the supply closet and buying a new lock to secure the supplies. Daryl will pick up and install the hasp. Drawing Held The drawing for the scratch-off tickets was held. The winner of $250 in tickets was Knights of Columbus. The 10 winners of $5 in tickets were Joe Camp, Knights of Columbus, Jesse Pospisil, Hiram Dixon, and Lodge 87 Youth Club. Congratulations to all the winners! The youth leader’s report was given. Jennifer also stated that the
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youth have started the holiday season off very busy. Their recent activities include District Two outing to Six Flags attended by three youth and two adults and the Buddy Walk had two youth and one adult participating. A bake sale at David’s Grocery Store in Moody on October 5 raised $310. Proceeds bought tickets for the adult lodge’s drawing. Beseda dancers performed at the State Fair and in Houston. Youth and adults from Lodge 87 attended both events.
Youth Tamale Fundraiser The youth have a tamale fundraiser on November 16 and 17. Youth Leader Jennifer and Assistant Christine will be going shopping on Black Friday to purchase toys for “Toys for Tots” using the proceeds from the tamale fundraiser. The youth will also be adopting two families for Thanksgiving. Everyone is asked to bring canned food items for the baskets for the November meetings. In December, the youth will have a hayride through Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area (BLORA) to see the Christmas lights. On December 14 and 15, the youth will also rent a barge
Scenes from District Six Fall Family Fun Day Sunday, October 27, 2013 • Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje youth prepare for prize drawing giveaways. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 30, Taiton youth prepare for prize drawing giveaways. RIGHT PHOTO: District Six members await prize drawing winners. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Daisy Enriquez (40) and Cynthia Garcia (40) announce prize winners for the District Six Fun Day. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Emily Kresta (30) and District Six Sec-
retary Wanda Dorotik (30) enjoy the District Six Family Fun Day. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Pictured are, left to right, District Six Director Karen Kaspar, District Six Youth Counselor Lisa Bubela, District Six President Joe Siptak, Fraternal Field Manager Delisle Doherty, SPJST Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak, and Czech Heritage Museum Administrator Becky Vajdak.
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and Christmas carol down the riverwalk. The meeting adjourned at 3:02 p.m. Fraternally, Christine Festa Secretary/FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 91 San Jacinto Christmas party Saturday, Dec. 7
Lodge 91, San Jacinto will host its 2013 Christmas party on Saturday, December 7 at 11 a.m. at China Ko. China Ko is located off FM 2100 across from Kroger’s in Crosby. There will be a short business meeting followed by lunch and door prizes. Join us for the retirement ceremony of SPJST Lodge 156, Baytown. We look
forward to seeing you there! Fraternally, Vonda Smesny, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 202, Jourdanton Recognizes Veterans
Lodge 107 Floresville reports on November meeting
Lodge 107, Floresville held its meeting on Sunday, November 3, 2013, at the lodge hall. Before the meeting, a delicious turkey meal was enjoyed by all in attendance. The lodge purchased the meal from one of the local churches. We also cut up vegetables, chicken, and sausage for a big pot of Cajun gumbo that will be enjoyed by the Floresville Volunteer Fire Department on Monday, November 4 as our lodge’s Make a Difference project.
Lt. Col. Andrew J. Leshikar promoted to the rank of Colonel
Lieutenant Colonel Andrew J. Leshikar of SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville was promoted to the rank of Colonel on October 31, 2013, at Scott Air Force Base in Illinois. Leshikar has served in the Air Force for 22 years. He is a 1991 graduate of the United States Air Force Academy and a 1994 graduate of the University of Texas in Austin. Currently, Col. Leshikar and family are stationed at Scott Air Force Base where he works at the Tanker Airlift Control Center. Andy is the son of Nyle and the late Erwin Leshikar and is married to the former Jennifer Mayer, all of
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Victoria, Texas. Family members attending Col. Leshikar’s promotion ceremony included his wife Jennifer of Shiloh, Illinois; sons Christopher, John, and Zachary, all of Shiloh, Illinois; mother Mrs. Nyle Leshikar of Victoria; in-laws Mr. and Mrs. John Mayer of Victoria; aunts Mrs. Lois Elles of Victoria; aunt Mrs. Iris Hegemier of San Antonio; cousins Mr. and Mrs. Danny Leshikar in Liberty, Missouri; sister-in-law Stefanie Stark; and niece Hannah of Shiloh, Illinois. —SPJST—
Veterans Albert Marek, left, and Evan Barta were recognized at Lodge 202, Jourdanton’s November meeting for their service in the armed forces to America. Thank you!
—Submitted by Bettie House
The meeting was called to order by President Pruski. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by the members, and a moment of silence was observed for our deceased members and members in the military past and present. Roll call of officers found First Vice President Bertrand absent. On the sick list are Thomas and Lucille Novak and Bob and Polly Bayer who are recovering. Correspondence included death claim paid on Edward Barosh; thank you card from the Ronald McDonald House of Temple; and a thank you card from Tal Milan for the antique rings that our lodge donated to the Sokol museum. He is also requesting additional information on the local Sokol lodge. If any members out there know any history about the Sokol lodge, please let us know. We would appreciate it. Minutes were read and approved as corrected. Liz made a motion to accept the minutes as presented. Polly seconded the motion. Director Bayer did not have a report. Financial Secretary Bielefeld and Treasurer Korus also had no reports due to the meeting being earlier in the month, and paperwork not received in the mail yet. FAC Bayer reported that we have found many of the unknown addresses for members and are still working on a few. We need to keep looking. Hall Manager Bertrand reported only one November rental and three December rentals so far. Old Business Make a Difference Day project is set for tomorrow evening, November 4 at 6 p.m. at the fire station.
New Business Our Christmas party will be Sunday, December 8 at the hall. We will eat at 1 p.m. Meat, tea, and paper goods will be furnished by the lodge. Members are asked to bring a side dish or dessert. Please RSVP by December 1 to Bob (830) 393-9073 or Wendy (210) 535-4916. Wendy made a motion to have prizes for the game winners. The motion was seconded by Polly. Split-the-pot winners were Oscar and Wendy. President Pruski adjourned the meeting, and we continued cooking the gumbo. Fraternally submitted Wendy Pruski, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 133 San Antonio Thanksgiving luncheon Nov. 17
Lodge 133, San Antonio will host its annual Thanksgiving luncheon this Sunday, November 17, 2013, at Good Shepherd Activity Center, located at 1630 Goliad Road. A delicious turkey and dressing meal will be served compliments of the lodge. Dessert is included as well. Please join us for this festive occasion. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. The meeting and games party will follow. See you there! Fraternally, Jarolyn Popp President —SPJST—
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Lodge 151 Wharton Christmas party Monday, Dec. 9
SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton will hold its quarterly meeting and Christmas social on Monday, December 9, 2013, at Wharton Depot Museum, located at 100 Sunset Street in Wharton. A catered turkey and dressing meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. Please call Carolyn Bucek (979) 532-1910 before Tuesday, December 3 if you plan to attend, so she can make arrangements for the food. Please bring your favorite dessert to share with others. The presentation of 50-year pins and one 75-year pin will take place after the meal. Fifty-year pins will be awarded to Michael A. Bucek, Anthony Kutach, Darrel W. Kutach, Kathryn M. Kutach-Andel, Regina E. Smolik-Hand, and Joyce M. Stemmer. The 75-year pin will be awarded to Walter L. Stavena. Members of the recipient’s families are invited to attend as guests. Officers for 2014 will be elected. Please volunteer to take an office. We will be giving non-perishable foods to Share in Wharton. Please be generous and bring these items to the meeting. Examples of items to bring are flour, sugar, canned goods, cereal, peanut butter, instant non-fat dry milk, juice, etc. Members with birthdays in October, November, and December will be honored. We look forward to seeing you there. Fraternally, Janie Bucek Secretary/FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 179 Warrenton meets Nov. 14
Lodge 179, Warrenton will meet Thursday, November 14, 2013, at Los Patrones in Round Top, Texas. The social will start at 6:30 p.m., and the meeting is at 7 p.m. All members are invited to attend. Ricky Weyand, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 184 Moulton Christmas social Sunday, Nov. 17
Dear Members, You are invited to our SPJST Lodge 184, Moulton Family Christmas Social and election of officers this Sunday, November 17, 2013, at the lodge hall beginning at 2 p.m. A meal will be served at 4 p.m. Please bring an item for the silent auction. Desserts are welcome. Please RSVP by November 12 to Elmer Michna (361) 596-7446 or Johnnie Hoffman (361) 865-2342. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, November 17 in Moulton! Fraternally, Johnnie Hoffman Treasurer —SPJST—
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Lodge 191, Lufkin changes meeting dates
Only two more months left of this year. Where did the time go? Thank you, Nathan Ham and the Country Boys, for making our October dance so enjoyable, and thank you, George Scogin, for sitting in with them for a while with your saxophone. I know everyone had a good time. Nathan and his band will be back for the New Year’s Eve dance so put it on your calendar to remember to attend. The Halloween decorations were great; thanks to Andy and Maria Anderson and “gang.” A lot of work goes into getting our hall decorated for each dance. Be sure to thank them for a job well done; also the clean-up after the dance is a big job. The Halloween costume contest was won by Hanna Ellis, and she received a $25 gift certificate to Outback Steakhouse, and runners-up each received tickets for two to a dance of their choice, excluding New Year’s Eve. I did not get their names, but I will try to have it next month. The 50-50 drawing was won by Floyd Jopling, and he gave part of it back to the lodge. Thanks, Floyd. In November, we will dance to the music of Linda Kay and the Kool Katz. It should be a great evening for dancing, eating, and fellowship. Remember to bring food for the table. Thanks to all of you great cooks for being so good about bringing your favorite food. We always seem to have enough food and a such a variety. Lodge Meeting Change Our lodge meetings have been
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changed to the Monday before the third Friday night dance. Maybe there will be a better turn out of members with this change. The time is still 7 p.m. Please help with the running of this lodge. Joel Towers will host The Lufkin Dance Club as DJ for a very special patriotic dance on Friday, November 8 from 7 to 10:30 p.m. So get out your patriotic clothes and attend this dance. Happy Turkey Day to all of you!
Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds that you plant. —Robert Louis Stevenson Pat Scogin, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 202 Jourdanton honors veterans
Lodge 202, Jourdanton met Sunday, November 3, 2013, at Jourdanton Community Center with 23 members and guests attending. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Silence was observed for deceased member John J. Veiss, Jr. and for the military. President James House welcomed everyone. Secretary Bettie House read the minutes that were approved as read. The Home Office sent a list of lodge members that needs addresses. A thank you card was received from Jo Ann Barta and family thanking the lodge for the donation to the scholarship fund in memory of George A. Barta.
Lodge 81, Needville Member Displays Czech Pictures at Library
Lodge 81, Needville member Glenn McDonald displayed some old Czech pictures at Albert George Li-
brary in October for Texas’ Czech Heritage Month. —Submitted by Jeanette Newman
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Three new members were accepted into the lodge. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Mary Ann Barta read the creation of Armistice Day that later was changed to Veterans Day. She also read a tribute to veterans. Veterans Evan Barta and Albert Marek were recognized. Youth Leader Regina House reported the youth are still collecting pajamas and stuffed animals for Methodist Children’s Hospital in San Antonio. The youth will be playing Bunco at the lodge Christmas party and invite the adults to join the fun. The lodge voted to donate to the youth members who place at the Atascosa County Livestock Show; $100 to ACCEPT; and $100 to the Multiple Sclerosis Society fundraiser that youth club member Amanda Hoggard is participating in through her school. Toys and/or non perishable food for ACCEPT can be brought to the next meeting. Tamales, rice, beans, salad, and tea will be the menu for the Christmas Party on December 8. Desserts are needed. Lodge officers elected for 2014 are:
Youth Leader Regina House Assistant Youth Leader Sandra Hoggard
Celebrating birthdays in November are Darrell Huble, Diana Elbel, Eric House, Judy Jaksik, Cheryl House, Kyle Chain, Annice Guenther, Frances Kovar, John F. Barta, Devin Vasquez, and Linda Ramey. Anniversary celebrants are Vlasta and Billy Zuhlke (17 years). A birthday card was signed for Frances Kovar in honor of her 98th birthday. The meeting adjourned.
Next Meeting— The meeting and Christmas party will be Sunday, December 8 at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center. Bring desserts for the meal, toys, nonperishable food for ACCEPT, and pajamas and stuffed animals for the children’s hospital. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST—
President James House Vice President Jesse Spence Secretary Bettie House Treasurer Sandra Hoggard FAC Kathleen Polasek
Lodge 204 Stephenville Christmas party Saturday, Dec. 7
At our last meeting, members set the Christmas party for Saturday, December 7, 2013, starting at 1 p.m. at Pastafina Restaurant, located at 2897 West Washington Street in Stephenville. The lodge will pay for the meal. Members wanted to do something different this year. There will be a short meeting after the party to talk about the future of Lodge 204. We hope a lot of you will be there and help the lodge grow in the future. After a long, hot, dry summer, we have had some rain here in our area and now we hope the next year will be better. Have a happy Thanksgiving, and we hope to see you at the Christmas party on December 7. Norman M. Kneschk President/Treasurer/Reporter —SPJST—
Ladies Circle of Lodge 92 Fort Worth
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Ladies Circle members of Lodge 92, Fort Worth were a little slow in arriving for our meeting on October 8, 2013, but they did come and were we glad. We had 38 members (one new one—Josephine Cox), four guests, and the gentlemen who come each month to play dominoes. It was fantastic to have each and every one who came; however, we did miss those who were unable to be with us. We began the meeting with our usual Pledge of Allegiance and gave a hearty welcome for our visitors. Gloria Farek brought her sister Margarette Bassage and husband Buster who were visiting from California. They have been with us several times before that we feel they are officially part of our group. Don and Pauline Morbitzer along with Lorinda Manasco were happy to have family members Sandra and Velma Filippone with them. We love it when families are in Fort Worth from out-of-town and agree to come along for a crazy meeting, wonderful lunch, and a couple of games of bingo. After receiving a sweet message and prayer from Theretta Praslicka, the minutes were read and approved.
Lodge 84, Dallas Adults, Youth Participate at State Fair of Texas
Sunday, October 20, 2013 • Dallas, Texas • Submitted by Lynda Novak, Assistant Youth Leader
Adults and youth from Lodge 84, Dallas danced at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas on Sunday, October 20 for Heritage Day. Special thanks to
each and every dancer who participated in this annual tradition of beseda dancing at the State Fair.
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Pauline Morbitzer gave the status of our finances and asked for names of those who were under the weather or in need of encouragement. As discussed last month, the annual catered lunch will be held in December. Information on several caterers was given, and after discussion, the decision was made to use Tootsie Telk, who operates her own catering service. We then moved on to our next order of business: a donation to the lodge hall. A suggestion was made and voted upon to have ceiling fans repaired if possible or replaced. Evelyn Scaff will research the project and bring information to the November meeting for a final determination. And last of all, President Marlene Bass announced that the annual craft sale would happen next month. The sale could also include items that were not “crafty or handmade” as well. Each member will be able to keep the proceeds from whatever her item(s) being sold brings. It will be fun to see who brings what. Birthdays celebrated were many; however, only three of the celebrants were attending. Janet Basham, Allison Hollenbach, and Bill Campbell were serenaded by the group, and pictures were taken. Although my report is late, we still want to send our “happies” to Mary Windham, Estelle Hurtik, Norma McLendon, and Monica Willenburg. A “shout out” was given for the
work our hostesses Lupe Esparza, Marie Keller, Darlene Tompkins, and Jo Ann Wilcox provided in setting up lunch and for the wonderful display of meat entrees. Lodge 92 ladies are still the best when it comes to preparing great food. It can’t be beat! Shirley Martin announced that St. Thomas was to hold a Las Vegas night and dinner on October 18. She has been working very hard helping to raise funds for the new church building that will be located in Lake Worth (I think). Other announcements made were regarding the Senior Citizen Fair being held at Will Rogers. The last announcement concerned the sale of chances for the beautiful quilt that was donated. The drawing will be held in December. In the absence of Sherrie Watkins, there was no information given on activities scheduled for the hall. We were sorry to learn that her father Albert Kubula had taken a turn for the worse and passed away later in the day. Mr. and Mrs. Kubula were a wonderful presence at so many of the Ladies Circle meetings, dances, and lodge meetings. Our sympathies go to Mrs. Kubala, Sherrie, and her entire family. Door prizes given were pumpkin cider, kitchen linens, a beautiful yellow mum plant, pumpkin lantern, potpourri, floral arrangement, tote bag, dolls, and a personal recipe book with cards. This activity is always one of the highlights of the day . . . as is the
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fellowship and friendship with each other . . . as is the food . . . as is winning at bingo. My goodness! We really enjoy being together each month. Come join us—we miss you when you’re not there. Happy Thanksgiving because it’s right around the corner! Respectfully submitted, Joan Simek Shropshire Secretary —SPJST—
New twists on a classic holiday celebration
(StatePoint) Thanksgiving traditionally marks the beginning of the holiday season. Ever since the Gimbel Brothers Department Store in Philadelphia put up the first Thanksgiving Day Parade in 1920, this decade became well known as the golden era of celebration, revelry and joy. Channel the spirit of the 1920s, by adding twists to your classic holiday celebration. From food to music to wine, there are plenty of stress-free ways to bring the lighthearted fun from this bygone era back to your holiday party:
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• Skip flowers. Instead, create drama with eye-catching centerpieces of feather plumes draped in long strands of faux pearls. It’s a simple way to give the room a classic look.
• For a real crowd pleaser, fill the room with the smooth sounds of Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday. Or use the room as your canvas to evoke the cozy atmosphere of a Norman Rockwell painting.
• Bring your celebration to life with a vibrant wine that fits every budget for under $10. According to French law and following a century-old tradition, Beaujolais Nouveau is released annually on the third Thursday of November with celebrations around the world. The first wine of the harvest, Beaujolais Nouveau is versatile and food-friendly – the perfect wine for every festive gathering. Traditionally served slightly chilled, this fruit-forward wine will please red and white wine lovers alike.
Whether you’re serving fun appetizers or a classic holiday meal, Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau is a great “go to” wine for a wide variety of dishes. To learn more about the history of the wine, visit www.Duboeuf.com. To add extra elegance to your table, try a splash of 1920s style and serve the wine in crystal glassware on
Director Pospisil’s, Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Donations Help Community
The Bruceville-Eddy Fall Fest was a big success and benefitted many youth in the community! Thanks to all
who helped decorate, run a booth, and donated baked goods. The coaches hope to continue to do this every year.
LEFT PHOTO: Decorations. PHOTO 2: Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Secretary Blanche Shollenberger with daughter Marley. PHOTO 3: Table full of donated baked goods for the cake walk. RIGHT PHOTO: Marley at the bean bag toss. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Marley dressed as a rock
Special thanks to SPJST Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy and District Two Director Jesse and Linda Pospisil for the
monetary donation that helped buy all the prizes and candy. —SPJST—
star. BELOW PHOTO 2: Putt-putt golf. BELOW PHOTO 3: Fish pond. BELOW PHOTO 4: Marley and her dad Butch help with the cake walk. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Coach Lucas looks on in awe of how well the event went.
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etched, vintage silver trays.
• For another fresh spin on the classic taste of the Golden Age, serve up this menu of 1920s-inspired dishes: curried deviled eggs, chorizo-stuffed mushrooms and cider glazed roast turkey. For dessert, bite-sized lemon cakes add a sweet surprise everyone will love.
Try out this tempting twist on the classic deviled eggs recipe from the 1920s, a perfect pairing with Beaujolais Nouveau. Curried Deviled Eggs
Ingredients • 6 eggs • 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise • 1 tablespoon lemon juice • 2 teaspoons curry powder • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt • Paprika, for garnish
Directions: Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with enough cold water to cover the eggs by two inches. Bring water to a boil. Turn the heat to low, cover, and
cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat, and still covered, let rest for 12 minutes. Gently crack the egg shells and peel under cool running water, drying on paper towels. Slice eggs in half lengthwise. Reserve whites on a platter, and transfer the yolks to a bowl. Using a fork, mash yolks with all ingredients (except the garnish). Mix well, and evenly spoon mixture into whites. Sprinkle lightly with paprika and serve. Yield: One dozen deviled eggs
Without fuss, you can put a fresh twist on tradition this holiday season and bring a bygone era of celebrations into your own home. —SPJST—
Fuss-Free Holiday Dessert Ideas
(StatePoint) Between decorating your home and preparing the year’s most important meal, you may lose steam by the time you get to the sweet stuff.
But creating holiday desserts that stand out doesn’t have to be a daunting prospect. There are simple things you can do to give treats flair, without spending hours slaving away. Whipped topping makes a perfect fuss-free topping on special occasion pies, cakes and cookies, as well as your everyday favorites like fruit, coffee and ice cream. Your family and guests will taste the difference, so be sure to use natural ingredients. For example, Reddiwip is made from real dairy cream, unlike other leading brands which have hydrogenated oils as their top ingredient. To deliciously top off your holiday meal, try this recipe for Apple Crumble Pie, where warm apple pie filling is topped with a brown sugar and oat crumble and served in a flaky pie crust. Want to save even more time? Consider picking up a frozen dessert pie, such as one from Marie Callender’s and top it off with Reddi-wip for a quicker, but still super tasty, dessert option. Ingredients • 1 frozen pie crust (9-inch), thawed • 1 can (21 oz each) apple pie filling
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• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour • 1/2 cup quick-cooking rolled oats • 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon • 1/4 tsp. salt • 1/2 cup cold Parkay Original-stick (1/2 cup = 1 stick) Reddi-wip Original Dairy Whipped Topping
Directions • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Pierce bottom and side of pie crust lightly with fork. Bake 5 to 7 minutes, or until lightly browned. Cool slightly. Reduce oven temperature to 400 degrees F. • Pour pie filling into baked pie crust; set aside. Mix flour, oats, sugar, cinnamon and salt in medium bowl. Cut in Parkay with pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle evenly over pie filling.
• Bake 25 minutes or until juices are bubbly and topping is golden brown. Cool slightly. Cut into 8 slices to serve. • Top with Reddi-wip, if desired. —SPJST—
Ladies Circle of Lodge 92, Fort Worth Shares October Meeting Scenes
LEFT PHOTO: Birthday “girls” Janet Basham and Allison Hollenbach. CENTER PHOTO: Pictured are guests Buster Bassage, Margarette Bas-
sage, Velma Filippone, and Sandra Filippone. RIGHT PHOTO: Quilt held by Bessie Ellsworth, left, and Joan Shropshire.
LEFT PHOTO: Member Ann Schneider. CENTER PHOTO: Hostesses are Lupe Esparza, Darlene Tompkins, Marie Keller, and Jo Ann Wilcox.
RIGHT PHOTO: Greeting each other are Sherrie Watkins, left, and Shirley Martin.
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Five tips for making the holidays more affordable
(StatePoint) Getting the perfect gift for everyone on your shopping list doesn’t mean you have to go over-budget. With the tips from the shopping experts at Dollar General, you can celebrate the season affordably without sacrificing the merriment.
• Décor: Whether you’re going for a classic look or a modern feel, you can deck the halls stylishly and on-budget at a discount retailer. Make your exterior inviting with a festive wreath and lights.
Decorate your tree with a wide selection of ornaments and ribbons, as well as homemade ornaments. Mini trees, snow globes, and scented candles can also add cheer in every room. Let the fireplace take center stage and make it glow with mantel décor and stockings on those extra-cold evenings.
• Gifts and stocking stuffers: With a large quantity of people on your shopping list from coworkers to cousins and teachers, save time and money by picking up a simple glass jar and filling it with their favorite candies and treats. You can also dress up the gift with a little ribbon and a $1 ornament. And don’t forget about the stocking stuffers. Dollar General offers a wide
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range of great options for everyone on your list. For kids, skip the long lines, high prices and crowds at the toy store, and head to a discount retailer for a wide assortment of brand-name, affordable toys, dolls and electronics.
Save by buying toilet paper, paper towels and cleaning items in bulk online and have them delivered to your home for one less stop during the holidays.
• Hosting a crowd: If you will be hosting house guests for a winter party or for several days, stock up on basic household products before everyone arrives.
For more inspiration and coupons for your holidays, visit www.DollarGeneral.com. —SPJST—
• Baking: End your holiday meals on a sweet note by baking your own cake and holiday-themed cookies with simple mixes and pre-made frostings. This not only saves money, but also creates an activity the entire family can enjoy together.
• Staying Healthy: Avoid the physician this holiday by staying well as the colder temperatures arrive. Drinking lots of water and eating healthy fruits and vegetables can help keep you healthy this winter. Also consider taking a Rexall multivitamin to avoid the sniffles of the season.
SPJST Participates in Slavic Heritage Festival Sunday, September 29, 2013 • Knights of Columbus Hall in Houston
LEFT PHOTO: District Two youth are ready to perform the beseda at the 50th Annual Sts. Cyril and Methodius Slavic Heritage Festival. CENTER PHOTO: District Five Queen Denae Bronikowski and District Five King Ryan Bronikowski are ready for their introduction at the Slavic Heritage
Festival. RIGHT PHOTO: State Duke Ethan Hilbig of Lodge 185, New Braunfels, State King Sammy Hoggard of Lodge 202, Jourdanton, and State Duchess Emma Regan and State Queen Julia Zavodny, both of Lodge 47, Seaton wait for their introduction.
LEFT PHOTO: District One youth are ready to perform the beseda.
RIGHT PHOTO: State Youth Director Lynette Talasek introduces State Royalty and District Five Royalty.
BELOW PHOTOS: Districts One and Two youth perform the beseda at the Slavic Heritage Festival.
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SPJST Home Office Hosts Staff Halloween Party Thursday, October 31, 2013 • SPJST Home Office in Temple
Home Office staff members enjoyed a Halloween luncheon with food, games, and fun on Thursday, October 31 during their noon lunch hour at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. Left to right are Dorothy Stuchly, Billye Westlake, Sharon Ingram, Roy Vajdak, Lynette Talasek, Ruth
Hanusch, Delisle Doherty, Katherine Morris, and Bobby Davis. BELOW: Left to right are Frank Horak, Melanie Zavodny, Philip McBee, Gena Weeks, Sandra Dubcak, Donica Zabcik, Carol Wolf, Margaret Santana, and Ann Paruzinski.
Left to right are Cynthia Hutka, Lisa Kirby, Lori Slack, Frances McBride, Doni Powell, Lisa Mills, Leonard Mikeska, Hiram Dixon, and Nancy Miller.
BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Susan Shofner, Karen Franklin, and Marissa Salinas. BELOW CENTER and RIGHT PHOTOS: Luncheon scenes.
Left to right are Gene McBride, Jerry Pechal, Margaret Campbell, Dorothy Tomasek, Sharla Pechal, Debbie Dohnalik, Janie Coakley,
Tamara Gettys, Brian Vanicek, Gene McBride, and Rudy Constancio. Thanks to all who participated in the luncheon.
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Lodge 48, Beyersville Hosts Fundraiser
Thank you to all the Taylor area merchants, supporters, and members of Lodge 48, Beyersville who generously donated items, worked devotedly, and/or supported this worthy cause.
Saturday, September 7, 2013 • Lodge 48, Beyersville Hall • Submitted by Paula Kennedy
Congratulations to the top 10 winners! They are, left to right, first place - Bennie and John Stasny; second place - Arlene David and seventh place - Clarence and Arlene David; third place - Norbert Matula; fourth place - Bradley Finn; sixth place - Randy Casey; eighth place - Danny
Mikulencak; and ninth place - Ryan Leshikar (accepting was his father Howard Leshikar who is pictured). Not pictured are fifth place - Calvin and Peggy Moerbe and 10th place - Franklin and Connie Schramm. BELOW: Scenes from the fundraiser.
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Lodge 172, Pasadena Hosts Appreciation Party Sunday, October 27, 2013 • Lodge 172, Pasadena Hall
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Scenes from 113th Annual Fraternal Alliance Of Texas Convention Friday, October 25 and Saturday, October 26, 2013 • TCHCC in La Grange, Texas
The Fraternal Alliance Of Texas (FAOT) held its 113th annual convention on October 25 and 26, 2013, at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange, Texas. This annual convention was held in conjunction with the annual Texas Association of Fraternal Insurance Counselors convention (TAFIC). The FAOT annual convention brings together delegates and members from across the state from many fraternal organizations, including Western Fraternal Life Association, Sons of Hermann, Woodmen of the World, Catholic Life, KJT, KJZT, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, Grand Order of Calanthe, Modern Woodmen, Knights of Columbus, and SPJST. The convention began with registration on Friday at 12 noon. The Texas Association of Fraternal Insurance Counselors then held a continuing education class Friday afternoon at the Best Western meeting room in La
Grange. Janet Friesenhahn of Catholic Life Insurance presented the four-hour continuing education class which included two hours on Ethics and two hours on Suitable Life Insurance Planning. A banquet was held Friday evening at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center with the theme “Denim and Diamonds.” Delegates, members, and guests enjoyed the evening of good fellowship. A welcome was given by Cy Firgens, president of FAOT. Brian Vanicek of SPJST gave a presentation on Fraternal Awareness Day held May 1, 2013, at the Texas State Capitol in Austin. Guest speakers for the evening were Ignatius Wheeler, Associate Commissioner for the Texas Department of Insurance, and Scott Armey, Manager of Community Engagement from Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Saturday morning began with a buffet breakfast and the TAFIC meeting section of the weekend convention. Karen Kaspar of SPJST and
president of TAFIC presided over the meeting. Guest speaker was Dennis Danduran with Life and Health Insurance Foundation for Education (LIFE), a non-profit organization dedicated to helping Americans take personal financial responsibility through the ownership of life insurance and related products. Reports and business areas were presented at the TAFIC meeting and concluded with the installation of new officers. Officers for the 2013-2014 year for the Texas Association of Fraternal Insurance Counselors include Past President Karen Kaspar of SPJST. The Fraternal Alliance Of Texas convened its meeting Saturday morning at 10 a.m. Section leaders presented their respective reports, followed by a presentation by William McKinney, vice president of Talent and Long Term Development at Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. The election and installation of officers for the Fraternal Alliance Of Texas for
2013-2014 followed. Among those designated were Second Vice President Brian Vanicek of SPJST and Secretary/Treasurer Colleen Jenke of SPJST.
FAOT Scholarships The Fraternal Alliance Of Texas concluded their 113th Reagan annual convention Langer with the announcement of FAOT Scholarship Essay Contest winners. Fourteen scholarships were awarded, including two SPJST recipients—Julie Reagan Langer of Lodge 25, Ennis and Elizabeth Anne Hoelscher of Elizabeth Hoelscher Lodge 47, Seaton. —SPJST—
LEFT PHOTO: SPJST attendees enjoy fellowship and good music after Friday evening’s banquet. CENTER PHOTO: Incoming 2013-2014 of Texas Association of FICs President Doug Wessels presents an appreciation plaque to 2012-2013 President Karen Kaspar. RIGHT PHOTO:
Karen Kaspar and Dennis Best, right, share appreciation to Dennis Danduran representing the LIFE organization as Dennis spoke on the impact life insurance had on his family after the sudden death of his wife in 2004.
LEFT PHOTO: 2013-2014 Fraternal Alliance of Texas Officers are, seated, left to right: First Vice President Barbara Cheaney of Catholic Life Insurance; President Bayonne Moody of Grand Court Order of Calanthe; and Immediate Past President Cy Firgens of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Back: Left to right are Third Vice President Kim Krueger of Sons of Hermann; Secretary/Treasurer Colleen Jenke of SPJST; Director Tony Rangel of Knights of Columbus; Director David Wagner of KJT; Director Sarah Martin of WFLA; Director Michael Farris of Modern Woodmen; Director Doug Wessels of Woodmen of the World; and Second Vice President Brian Vanicek of SPJST. CENTER PHOTO: 2013-2014 Texas Association of Fraternal Insurance Counselors board includes Immediate Past President Karen Kas-
par of SPJST; Director Gary Falkenberg of Sons of Hermann; Vice President Jim Wiest of KJZT; Director Chris Urban of KJT; Director Michael Farris of Modern Woodmen; President Doug Wessels of Woodmen of the World; and Director Sarah Martin of WFLA. (Not pictured is Secretary/Treasurer Ronnie Sturm.) RIGHT PHOTO: SPJST representatives attending the annual meeting are, front, left to right, Colleen Jenke, District Six Director Karen Kaspar, and Dorothy Pflughaupt. In back are District One Director Donnie Victorick, Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak, Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, State FAC Frank Horak, District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt, District Four Director Billy Rollwitz, and Chester Jenke. (Not pictured are Janice Victorick, Becky Vajdak, and Sylvia Rollwitz.)
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In Memoriam
Expression of Sympathy
We, the members of Lodge 66, Waco, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our departed brother. EUGENE GERLICH. Eugene “Gene” Gerlich, age 83, of Arlington, formerly of Waco, passed away early Sunday morning, November 3, 2013, at his residence. A rosary was recited and mass of Christian burial celebrated at 3 p.m. Thursday, November 7 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Eugene Gerlich Church in Elk with Monsignor Isidore Rozycki and Reverend Michael Ajewole as celebrants. Burial followed at St. Joseph’s Cemetery. The family received visitors from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 6 at Aderhold Funeral Home in West. Gene was born April 25, 1930, in Kemp, the son of Eugene A. and Sophie (Tichavsky) Gerlich. He attended the Leggott School and was a 1948 graduate of West High School. He served his country with the United States Army during the Korean War. On January 20, 1953, he was united in marriage to Dorothy Pechacek in Elk. Gene worked for the William Cameron Company prior to joining General Tire and Rubber Company where he served as purchasing agent for over 30 years before retiring in 1987. Gene was a former member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bellmead for over 40 years, serving on the parish council and as a reader. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Arlington. He served as the mayor of Northcrest in the 1960s and was a Reicher School Board member. He was also a member of SPJST Lodge 66, Waco and served on the board of directors and as bookkeeper. Gene enjoyed dancing, working on cars, doing yard work, and keeping up with the Cowboys, Rangers, and Baylor Bears. He especially loved spending time with his family. Eugene was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Donna Culliton; and brother Vernon Gerlich. Survivors include his beloved wife of 60 years, Dorothy Gerlich of Arlington; daughter Kay Weeks and hus-
band Tom of Arlington; son-in-law Tim Culliton of Arlington; sister Albina Macha; sister-in-law Frances Gerlich; grandchildren Natalie Doland and husband Tony, Nick Culliton, Kimberly Culliton, Katie Weeks, Gena Weeks, and Tommy Weeks; greatgrandchildren Jude, Lilly and Elizabeth Doland; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Pallbearers were Richard Skopik, Peter Gerlich, Raymond Tichavsky, Michael Bezdek, Harry Tichavsky, and Gene Petross. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph’s Catholic School in Arlington or to the West Volunteer Fire Department. May our departed brother rest in peace. Resolution Committee Dorothy Veselka Diana Engelke —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy
We, the members of SPJST Lodge 9, Snook, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family of ETTA JANE (THOMAS) CALHOUN. Graveside service for Etta Jane (Thomas) Calhoun was held at 10 a.m. Friday, September 20, 2013, at Pavilion at Oaklawn Cemetery in Somerville. Interment followed in Oaklawn Cemetery in Somerville. Visitation was from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, September 19 at Strickland Funeral home in Somerville. Mrs. Calhoun died Sunday, September 15 at Kruse Memorial Lutheran Village in Brenham. Etta Jane Thomas was born October 6, 1919, in Somerville, the youngest of 14 children of John Zack and Dee (Scott) Thomas. She graduated from Somerville High School in 1937 and married James Arris Calhoun in February, 1938. She was known as an excellent cook and loved doing handwork. She especially loved to sew, crochet, knit, and work with upholstery. She was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church, a member of the Marion Mays American Legion Auxillary of Somerville, Woodmen of The World and was the Postmaster of Somerville for a number of years. She also worked for the Flencher-Calhoun
Insurance Agency for many years. She was active in the P.T.A. and was a room mother for many years. In 1971, she graduated from business school and became the Secretary for the Theatre Arts Department at Texas A& M University. She retired from her position at Texas A&M University in 1982. In her retirement years, she enjoyed spending time with her friends at the Dairy Queen and the Senior Citizen Center. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 9, Snook. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; two sisters; and 11 brothers. Survivors include son and daughter-in-law, Arris Dale and Marilyn (Wight) Calhoun of Houston; daughter and son-in-law Karen Jane (Calhoun) Garcia and husband, Manuel Garcia of Bryan; grandchildren Meredith (Calhoun) Ueckert, Laurie (Calhoun) Lary, Cathy Garcia, and Craig Garcia; greatgrandchildren Mason Lary, Paige Lary, Cassidy Ueckert, and Carter Ueckert. The family requested that memorials be made to Somerville Senior Citizens Center, in care of The City of Somerville, P.O. Box 159, Somerville, Texas 77879; or the First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 386, Somerville, Texas 77879. Arrangements were entrusted to Strickland Funeral Home, Somerville. You may leave a tribute for the family of Etta Jane (Thomas) Calhoun on the funeral home website. Submitted by, Ann Schoeneman —SPJST—
In Memory of Lucille Hegar
Lucille Bolf Hegar, age 95, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2013, at 1:30 a.m. Following cremation at Wade Funeral Home in Arlington, interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery in Austin at 12 noon on November 24. Celebration of life service will be Lucille Hegar held at Shepherd King Lutheran in San Antonio on November 23 at 1 p.m.
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Lucille Bolf was born July 28, 1918, in Floresville, Texas. Her parents Frank and Ellie Neubauer Bolf and maternal grandparents Paul and Ulrika Beck Neubauer were German and Czech settlers in Wilson County. She was baptized and confirmed at First Lutheran Church in Floresville and educated at Floresville High, The University of Texas, and Worden School of Social Work at Our Lady of the Lake University. She married Captain Joseph A. Hegar of Temple in 1945 and had one daughter, Rebecca. Joseph retired from the United States Army in 1968 after the family spent tours of duty in Georgia, Japan, New Jersey, Virginia, Germany, and San Antonio, where the couple lived from 1965 to 2006. Lucille spent much of her life serving the communities of Central and South Texas in roles including teacher, school lunch supervisor, rural recreation organizer, Girl Scout professional, child welfare social worker, and Red Cross staffer and volunteer. She worked for the Red Cross in the San Francisco earthquake of 1989, a major Puerto Rican hurricane, and many Texas hurricanes. She served several years on the board of directors of Lutheran Social Services of the South, as well as holding congregational church offices. Lucille also was known for her bread, jams, quilts, parties, hospitality, laughter, and travels. She was a member of Advent Lutheran Church in Arlington (2006 to 2013), Shepherd King in San Antonio (1964 to 2006), the UT Texas Exes, and SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville for more than 50 years and SPJST Lodge 183, Arlington since 2006. The family suggests that memorials be made to the Joseph, Lucille and Rebecca Hegar Scholarship Fund at the University of Texas at Arlington School of Social Work (Box 19129, UTA, Arlington, Texas 76019-0129) or to Lutheran Social Services of the South (LSSS Agency Advancement, P.O. Box 140767, Austin, Texas 78714-0767). Lucille was preceded in death by Joseph, her husband of 62 years; brothers Richard Frank Bolf and Frank Rudolph Bolf of Wilson County; and five sisters- and brothersin-law. She is survived by daughter Dr. Rebecca Hegar; beloved granddaughter Anna Natasha; and new great-grandchild Emmy Nichole of Arlington; as well as by a loving extended family of nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. —SPJST—
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Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club collects canned goods
Dear Readers, Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club met on Sunday, November 3, 2013, at 1:30 p.m. in the lodge dining room. We collected canned goods for the local food pantry and will continue to accept donations through the month of November. If anyone reading this letter would like to donate money or canned goods,
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
please contact Betty (972) 878-7719. The youth are planning to entertain the residents at Ennis Care Center on Sunday, December 8. First, we will have a pizza party at the lodge. Then, we will caravan out to the rest home. Everyone is encouraged to sing a song, read a poem, or play a musical instrument. Please let me know what talent you are planning on for the show. After the meeting, we made Christmas cards to bring to the nursing home. Amanda Jurik announced that she will be marching with Ennis Dance in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! We are all so excited for her. Be sure and
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watch her on television on Thanksgiving morning. We then sang “Happy Birthday” to the November birthday babies. Betty announced that she is taking apple strudel orders for the lodge fundraiser. Be sure and give her your strudel order soon! See page 7 in the Lodge Letters’ section for more details. Happy Thanksgiving to everyone, and I look forward to seeing you all on December 8! Fraternally yours, Rita Holland, Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 29, Taylor youth participate in Applebee’s fundraiser Wrapping silverware and wiping tables
I loved helping at Applebee’s yesterday. It was a very fun experience for all of us youth members. We got to learn how to wrap silverware and wipe
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all the tables down. It was not only a learning experience but something that brought us closer not only as youth club members, but one big family. Kelsey Moore, age 15 —SPJST—
Loved helping
I loved helping at Applebee’s asking people if they wanted refills or napkins and helping fold several napkins and giving people stuff. Bailey Sumner, age 9 —SPJST—
Taking plates; wiping tables
When we were at Applebee’s, I liked to help and work for people. We wrapped forks and knives together. When people were done, we would take their plates and drinks and wipe up their tables. It made me feed good. Hailey Girod, age 9 —SPJST—
Scenes from Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club’s November 3, 2013, Meeting
LEFT PHOTO: Betty assists Devin with his officer duties. CENTER PHOTO: Misty and Preston lead the Pledge of Allegiance and SPJST Youth Club Motto. RIGHT PHOTO: Celebrating November birthdays are, left to right, Amanda Jurik, Amanda Droste, Brandon Droste, Maison Holland, Madeline Clark, and Devin Krajca. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Misty
and Madison win the dollar door prize. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Maison is happy because Madeline is sharing her winning candy with him. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Youth collect canned goods for the local food pantry for their quarterly charity project. —Submitted by Rita Holland, Youth Leader
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Waitress said we did a good job
I had fun working at Applebee’s. One of the waitresses said that we were doing a good job. Ayden Bean, age 12 —SPJST—
Role model for kids
I liked helping out at Applebee’s because I love seeing the smiles on peoples’ faces when I help them. It makes me feel really good about myself, and that I’m doing good for the
people. And when parents have their kids around, I feel I’m being a great role model for their kids. Christian Moore, age 16 —SPJST—
Cleaning tables, greeting people for a cause
I loved working a Applebee’s because we got to help clean tables and greet people for a good cause – to help out families for Christmas. Emily Sumner, age 7 —SPJST—
Helping people
It was very fun helping at Applebee’s. That includes wiping down tables and seeing if people needed help. Basil Mohad, age 9 —SPJST—
We want to help at Applebee’s again!
I loved helping at Applebee’s. It was so much fun. We got to refill drinks. We got to throw away their leftovers. At the end, we got to roll silver-
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ware. One lady told us that we rolled better than the servers. It was so much fun. Everyone wanted to do it again. Kylee Halbrook, age 9 —SPJST—
Lodge 29, Taylor youth enjoys Six Flags
I’m Aaron Kaderka, and I like being a part of the SPJST Youth Club. For our reward, we went to Six Flags. We had a blast there with our friends.
District Six Youth Participate in Dozinky Czech Heritage Festival
District Six youth celebrated Czech Heritage Month by participating in the Wharton County Czech Heritage Society Dozinky Czech Harvest Festival on October 13, 2013, at Taiton Community Center. We had a fun-filled day listening to Czech music provided by Czechaholics. We ate a delicious Czech meal with homemade sauerkraut and kvasaky that was prepared by Bill Raley and Danny Hughes. And—best of all—there plenty of kolaches!
Many of the youth worked the cake walk booth. It was a rainy day, and the young men were helping the ladies in the door with umbrellas. I was really proud of the youth for their kindness. Wharton County Czech Heritage Society President Bill Raley had a display of
Czech articles such as glassware, clothing, books, and pottery from the Czech Republic. District Six Youth Counselor Lisa Bubela gave a demonstration to the youth on Czech articles such as the clothing and glassware, and she told them some of their ancestors came over
from the Old Country. Of course, the day did not go by without svacina. We had chicken noodle soup and much more. A great time was had by all. Youth members and parents from Lodges 4, Hallettsville; 30, Taiton; and 40, El Campo-Hillje participated. Fraternally, Lisa Bubela District Six Youth Counselor —SPJST—
ABOVE INSET PHOTO: Grant Bubela looks at some of the Czech books. LEFT PHOTO: Emily Kresta, Hattie Drozd in her Czech costume, Bethany Baker, and Brook Bacak. CENTER PHOTO: Czech articles pro-
vided by Bill Raley. RIGHT PHOTO: DYC Lisa Bubela with Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje members Adryanna, Trianna, and Angelica Manzano, Kelly and Kierra Taylor, and Sky and Cynthia Garcia.
LEFT PHOTO: Laverne Charbula, Hattie Drozd, and Luc Marcaurele help out at the Dozinky Czech Harvest Festival. CENTER PHOTO: Sky Garcia, Bethany Baker, Lauren Kresta, and District Six Queen Sarah Siptak
work the cake walk booth. RIGHT PHOTO: Brooke Bacak, Bethany Baker, Lauren and Emily Kresta, and Kelly and Kierra Taylor work the cake walk booth.
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Going to Six Flags my first time was awesome. The whole youth club had fun with friends and family. I can say we all had fun and hope we can go back next year. Aaron Kaderka, age 14 —SPJST—
Lodge 29, Taylor youth helps at barbecue cook-off
My name is Kara Kaderka. When I helped out at the barbecue cook-off, I helped sell pickles, cookies, hot dogs, and my friend Kelsey Moore and I helped pick up cans for SPJST. Kara Kaderka, age 11 —SPJST—
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Lodge 29, Taylor Lodge 29, Taylor youth enjoys rides youth sees Six Flags from up high at Six Flags I liked going to Six Flags. I rode lots of rides. Cody Voigt, age 6 —SPJST—
Lodge 29, Taylor youth dresses for Halloween
I liked going to Six Flags because I got to spend time with my friends and have fun with my family, too. I also like it because we got to see Six Flags from really high up. Brandon Girod, age 11 —SPJST—
I was a skeleton ghost for Halloween. I went trick-or-treating. Colten Voigt, age 7 —SPJST—
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Lodge 29, Taylor youth: keep our SPJST family surviving and alive
The past few weekends all the District Two Beseda Dancers have had a blast at the State Fair and in Houston for Czech Day. I only wish more members of SPJST would get more involved in beseda dancing to promote Czech heritage and keep our SPJST family surviving and alive. Dounia Mohad, age 14 —SPJST—
District Six Youth Participate in Fall Fun Day
District Six held its fall fun day on October 27, 2013. Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje hosted. Youth registered their Christmas ornaments. We had a total of 24 youth participate from Lodges 4, Hallettsville; 30, Taiton; and 40, El Campo-Hillje. I know the judges had a hard time judging as all of the ornaments were outstanding. The winners were:
Kindergarten to Age 8 1st - Emily Kresta (30) 2nd - Grant Bubela (30) 3rd - Lauren Kresta (30)
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Brittany Baker Lodge (30) 2nd - Andrew Kresta (30) 3rd - Aiyana Gonzales (40)
LEFT PHOTO: Leaders-in-Training (LITs) and youth play ball. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club member Brooke Bacak gets help making an ornament from her grandmother Ardis Bacak of Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje. RIGHT PHOTO: Left to right, Kelly Taylor, Adryann Man-
Ages 12 to 14 1st - Sky Garcia (40)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Cynthia Garcia (40) 2nd - Daisy Enriquez (40) 3rd - Sarah Siptak (4)
The youth had a great time. Our Leaders-in-Training (LITs) worked that
day. They played ball games with the youth and helped them make a nativity scene foam art ornament for them to take home. It was a fun-filled day. Fraternally, Lisa Bubela District Six Youth Counselor —SPJST—
zano, and Kierra Taylor, all of Lodge 30, El Campo-Hillje, and Brooke Bacak, right, of Lodge 30, Taiton playing bingo. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: District Six Flag Bearers Kelly Taylor, left, and Sky Garcia, both of Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje. LEFT PHOTO: Congratulations to first place Christmas ornament contest winners, left to right, Emily Kresta, Brittany Baker, Sky Garcia, and Cynthia Garcia. RIGHT PHOTO: District Six Queen Sarah Siptak makes her foam art ornament with Kelly Taylor.
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Lodge 29, Taylor youth breaks collar bone at football game
On Wednesday, October 13, 2013, I was playing a football game in Elgin and broke my collar bone while throwing a pass. A guy tackled me right before halftime. Garret Sumner, age 15 —SPJST—
Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club reports on November meeting
SPJST Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club held its November meeting on October 27, 2013. Brittany Baker led us in the Pledge of Allegiance and prayer. Mrs. Bubela went over important dates that are coming up in December. On December 3, we have been invited by the Wharton County Czech Heritage Society to attend its Christmas party. It will be held at Taiton Community Center. December 5 is the El Campo Christmas Parade. Anyone wanting to ride on the float is welcome to do so. December 8 will be the Lodge 30, Taiton Christmas party at Taiton Community Center. Youth are to arrive between 9:45 and 10 a.m. to help set up.
Youth club meeting will be at 10:30 a.m. Each youth club family is to bring a $10 or more Wal-Mart or HEB gift card for the Rainbow room. Adult lodge will have a social beginning at 11 a.m. with the meeting to start at 11:30 a.m. A meal will be provided at the conclusion of the meeting. Mrs. Bubela thanked all the participants at the District Six Fall Meeting who made a Christmas ornament.
Next Meeting—December 8 The next meeting will be on December 8 in conjunction with the Christmas party! Fraternally, Grant Bubela —SPJST—
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Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Leader announces activities
Dear Věstník Readers, We had our regular monthly meeting on November 3, 2013, with 29 members present. We were happy to have Chase Alexander at the meeting. I didn’t know if everyone knew he had been sick. We are glad you are feeling better. I asked how many attended the State Fair of Texas and Lodge 88, Houston Czech Day. We held a garage sale on Saturday, November 2 as a fundraiser. We made $85. It was fun and a good day for sales with a lot of traffic. Everybody has their packets now for the bags we are selling. Please get
Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club Hosts Applebee’s Fundraiser
Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club held a fundraiser at the newly opened Applebee’s restaurant in Taylor on Saturday, November 2, 2013, from 8 to 10 a.m. We were excited to sell 164 tickets and to have almost 140 of our supporters join us for breakfast. It was an all-youcan-eat breakfast buffet, and the food
was wonderful! Our youth club members refilled drinks for the customers and also cleaned off the tables. Afterwards, they learned to roll
Rolling silverware.
Tates
Bailey refills a glass of orange juice.
Raesz family
silverware to help prepare for the lunch crowd. Our group works really well together, and I am so proud of the job they did. We had 17 of our youth
Dounia, Christian and Aaron
members participating, even though they all aren’t pictured. The youth really had a great time. Before we left, many of them asked if we could do this again. Fraternally, Cristy Girod, Youth Leader —SPJST—
Eulenfelds
Patsy and Emma
Hailey and Emily refill orange juice for guests.
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Youth Leader Cristy displays a plate.
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your order completed and give to Amber on November 16 or turn in online. The original date was November 15, but now it is the 16th since we will be delivering the groceries we collected to Churches Touching Lives for Christ (CTLC) as our Make a Difference Day project. You can still bring more groceries that day. With our help, these people will have a better Thanksgiving. We will meet at 10 a.m. at CTLC building on Avenue G in Temple. On November 27, we will deliver the coats, sleeping bags, gloves, blankets, socks, knit caps, and toiletries to the fire station for the Warmth for the Winter Project which helps the homeless. There was an article in the Temple Daily Telegram on Sunday pertaining to this project and how it started.
Other Dates December 1 will be the next youth club meeting. We will practice for the skit to be performed at the mother lodge Christmas party on December 8. We will make Christmas cards. December 2 will be the Temple Christmas parade. The SPJST Floats will be lined up on 8th Street. Please be there by 6 p.m. Following the parade, the Home Office will be hosting the open house with refreshments, music, and we will be doing facepainting again. So please help with this project. I know we have some talented youth members who can draw. A big thank you to all who brought groceries, toys, and winter items. The people who receive these items will appreciate them. On December 7, we will deliver the toys we have been collecting all year
for the Blue Santa Project. We will meet at 10 a.m. at the Temple Police Station. December 8 will be the lodge’s annual Christmas party beginning at 3 with the candle lighting ceremony honoring our members who passed away this past year. The youth will perform their skit. We will have happy hour, a fabulous meal, and time to socialize with fellow members. December 13 to 14—District Two Lock-in will be held at Lodge 29, Taylor. See more details in an upcoming Věstník. We will be going Christmas caroling on December 19. We will be going to the VA Hospital, Cornerstone Gardens, and Country Lane then out for pizza at Mazzio’s. Birthdays for the month of November are Maya Denman and Zoe Talasek. Fraternally, Joyce Kraatz, Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth: Thanksgiving around the corner
Dear Readers, Deer season has just started. Also, Thanksgiving is also around the corner. And, we are about to go to the meeting. Sincerely, Chase Alexander —SPJST—
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2013-2014 SPJST Youth Clubs’ First Quarterly Report
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Includes Reports Received by September 30, 2013.
District One
Total Average Lodge Name Attendance Disbursement Attendance 1 Fayetteville 24 $ 48 8 9 Snook 108 $216 36 17 New Tabor 62 $124 21 186 Caldwell 30 $ 60 10 District One Average Attendance - 75 18 20 24 29 47 48 80 87 187 246
6 25 84 92 154 183 49 215 229 88 142 162 181 30 40 148 185 202
District Two
Elgin 15 $ 30 Granger 21 $ 50 Cyclone 47 $ 92 Taylor 54 $ 98 Seaton 86 $154 Beyersville 37 $ 66 Holland 16 $ 46 Temple 17 $ 54 Round Rock 10* $ 0* Morgan’s Point 18 $ 30 District Two Average Attendance - 107
District Three
Cottonwood 16 $ 32 Ennis 50 $100 Dallas 12* $ 0* Fort Worth 18 $ 36 Fort Worth 43 $ 86 Arlington 15 $ 30 District Three Average Attendance - 51
District Four
Rowena 46 $ 92 South Plains 3* $ 0* Abilene 18 $ 36 District Four Average Attendance - 22
District Five
Houston 25 $ 50 Houston 10* $ 0* lowa Colony 20 $ 40 Conroe 8* $ 16 District Five Average Attendance - 21
District Six
Taiton 31 $ 62 El Campo-Hillje 24 $ 48 El Maton 27 $ 54 District Six Average Attendance - 27
District Seven
New Braunfels 61 $122 Jourdanton 44 $ 88 District Seven Average Attendance - 35
State First Quarter Average Attendance - 338
5 7 16 18 29 12 5 6 3 6
5 17 4 6 14 5 15 1 6 8 3 7 3 10 8 9 20 14
* Youth clubs with an average of less than five active members do not receive any funds during the quarter.
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2013 - 2014 Youth Club Member Update - Merit Points and Meeting Attendance
First Quarter Merit Points and Meeting Attendance The totals below in the column labeled “Pts” are merit points earned in the June to August 2013 youth year. This is total merit points for the 20132014 youth year thusfar. Please see “What is the Merit Point System?” for complete information about the contest. The number in the column labeled “Mtgs” is the number of meetings each youth club member has attended from June to August 2013 youth year. Please see “What is an Active Youth Member?” below to determine number of meetings needed to participate in youth activities.
What is the Merit Point System? Youth club members earn merit points for participating in SPJST lodge, district and state activities. At the end of the youth year, points are totaled and the youth with the highest points in the youth club receive cash awards.
Contest Dates June 1, 2013 to May 31, 2014
Merit Point Contest Age Divisions Junior—Entering Kindergarten to Age 12 Teen—Age 13 to High School Senior
Rules The youth leader or assistant youth leader is responsible for keeping track of the merit points for each active member of the youth club. The points are to be sent to the State Youth Director on the Quarterly and Merit Point Reports each quarter. Youth club members are also encouraged to keep up with their points and turn them in to the youth leader on a quarterly basis. This system helps both the youth leader and the youth member keep better records of youth participation. Current, official Quarterly and Merit Point Reports, available from the State Youth Director may only be used in the Merit Point Contest. The Quarterly and Merit Point Reports sent to the State Youth Director by the youth leader will be kept on file for at least six months following the conclusion of the contest. Merit points are earned for only those activities listed under Youth Point Values. An activity can only earn points in one category on the point sheet. When in doubt about any activity earning points, contact the State Youth Director prior to the contest conclusion. Everyone will be subject to the same rules in every contest. Failure to comply with any rule shall mean immediate withdrawal.
Merit Point Awards First through fifth place awards are presented in the junior and teen divisions of each youth club. The amount of points that top winners receive in both divisions will determine where the point rankings of the first through fifth winning categories begin. First place winners will be those equal to and 20 points below the top place winner in their age division. Second Place will be 21 to 40 points below the top winner in their age division. Third place will be 41 to 60 points below the top winner in their age division. Fourth place will be 61 to 80 points below the top winner in their age division. Fifth place will be 81 to 100 points below the top winner in their age division. Awards are presented on the lodge, district, and state levels in the junior and teen merit point contests. At each District YAD, the Home Office presents first through fifth place awards to qualifying junior and teen youth club members. The junior and teen with the most points in each district also receive recognition. In the event of a tie, all who tied for first place will receive the award.* Junior and Teen Point Awards First Place $30 Second Place - $25 Third Place - $20 Fourth Place - $15 Fifth Place $10
What is an Active Youth Member? A youngster with a current SPJST insurance certificate may enter the youth program the youth year that he/she will be entering kindergarten. To be considered active, youth club member must attend a majority (seven) of the monthly meetings during the year. The youth must attend the majority of these meetings at his/her home youth club. In those instances where a lodge does not have a youth club, the youngster may attend adult lodge meetings or the meetings of another youth club. The youngster will be eligible for camp and Youth Achievement Day (YAD) after the completion of his/her kindergarten year. Active youth members must be single and not be pregnant or a parent. The age of the youth on June 1 of the current youth year will be the recognized age in the SPJST Youth Program (camp, YAD, contests, etc.). The youth year begins June 1 and ends May 31. Youth club eligibility ends when the youth graduates from high school.
Dist Ldg Name Pts Mtgs
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District Number Lodge Number Youth club member Merit points earned June to February 2013 Youth club meetings attended June to Feb.
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Ava Schulle Cloe Schulle Fidel Aparicio, Jr Jesse Evans Justin Shimek Logan Spanihel Rusty Aparicio Sydney Krebs Alexis Macik Braxton Faust Caleb See Carlee See Colby See Colton Orsak Deanna Hairrell Emily Lewis Grace Lewis Hagan Sebesta Haily Dever Hayden Becka Hayden Kovar J. Beaux Hruska, II Jake Green Jaxson Brisco Jaycie Brisco Joshua Green Justin Tarver Kade Junek Kamree Walker Kaylea Walker Kirk J. Macik Kohl Junek Konnor Eldridge Kyleigh Hruska Landon Eldridge Mackenzie Groce Madelyn Rodriguez Makayla Langdon Makenna Green Malorie Vacha Morgan Sebesta Natalee See Natalie Vacha Nikolas Faust Riley Green Ryder Becka Shannon Schultz Sierra Sebesta Sydney Faust Tatiana Tates Taylor Groce Wesley See William See, IV William Jatzlau Alexia Perkkio Ashlyn Kellum Blane Castaneda Braden Perkkio Brandon Powell Brycen Suehs Carson Parker Chandler Sebesta Cobey McCuller
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ROČNÍK 101 CISLO 44
Zpráva ze schůze řádu 54. SPJST ve Westu,Tx.
Vážení bratři a milé sestry: Pravidelná čtvrtletní schůze našeho řádu číslo 54 SPJST ve Westu ve státě Texasu se konala dne 1. listopadu 2013 v pátek v síni svatého Josefa při faře kostela Nanebevzetí Panny Marie za po měrně hojné účasti členstva, neboť tato schůze byla volební a očekávali jsme větší účast členstva. President řádu Freddie Kaluža zahájil schůzi, přivítal přítomné, složili jsme přísahu ameri cké vlaje a republice, pro kterou stojí. Několika minutami ticha jsme uctili památku zesnulých členů a členek našeho řádu od poslední schůze. Zvláště byli přivítáni Frank Friedl od sousedního řádu a Jon Vaculík, který sloužil po dobu pěti let na vojně a nyní se vrátil do civilního života. Tajemnice Janice Kaluža přečetla zápis z minulé schůze a byl schválen tak, jak byl čten. Koordinátorka bratrských akcí Jean Mahler upozornila na slavnostní otevření Hlavní úřadovny v Teplu, Tx. v době vánoc a svátků. Naši členové by měli podpořit tuto akci svou účastí. Dále upozornila studenty, že mohou získat stipendium od naší jednoty do března 2014, posledně obdrželo 14 mladých lidí stipendia na vyšší školy.. Naše finanční tajenice Mary Lou Mynář podala pěknou zprávu o stavu našich financí, máme dostatek peněz na všech kontech a musíme se rozhodnout, jak s nimi pečlivě hospodařit. Vicepresident Wilburn Willis se ujal volební části naší schůze a volby dopadly následovně: president dosavadní Freddie Kaluža, vicepresident dosavadní Wilburn Willis, tajemnice a anglická dopisovatelka Janice Kaluža, finanční tajemnice Mary Lou Mynář, koordinátorka našich akcí Jean Mahler, český dopisovatel Jan Vaculík. Všichni dosavadní úřadníci byli zvolebni jed-
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Slovanská Podporující Jednota Státu Texas
Uředni orgán SPJST ★ Založené roku 1897
nohlasně a všichni poděkovali za důvěru, kterou jim členstvo projevilo. Budeme se snažit vést náš řád ke všeobecné spokojenosti. Pak jsme schválili nové členy a členky: Jenson Bohannan, Jacoby McCauley, Bryson Bramble, Kameryn Bramble, Canon Dulock, Caison Pustějovský. Vítáme nové členy a doufáme, že nám pomohou v práci a činnosti u našeho řádu.. President Kaluža vysvětlil, že v minulosti byli naši agenti odměňováni za jejich námahu při upisování nových členů a na jeho dotaz se Hlavní úřadovna vyhýbá odpovědi. Připomenul, že naše vánoční besídka se uskuteční 1. prosince 2013 od tří hodin odpoledne v Tours síni v Tours, Tx.. A na programu je volná zábava, pak vystoupení mladých lidí ze střední školy s tanci, pak bude večeře a těšíme se na návštěvu svatého Mikuláše. Na závěr vylosujeme hotové peníze a každý účastník má možnost vyhrát pěknou částku na přilepšenou na vánoce. Upozornil také, že presidenti okolních řádů se setkávají pravidelně a posuzují situaci při opravě a výstavbě zničených a poškozených budov v okolí. V jejich případě jednají o budovách naší jednoty, zejména Lone Star síně a Sokola. Viděli jsme architektův návrh uspořádání staveb pro Sokol a SPJST a je vidět, že
Sokolovna bude stát na stejném místě, k přední části Sokolovny bude přestavěna kuchyně a sociální zařízení a na ni naváže zadní část budovy síně o přibližně stejné velikosti jako doposud. Tímto uspořádáním se získá více místa od ulice na parkování a využije se prostor v zadní část pozemku, který je dosud nevyužit. Nyní je nutno jen zajistit finanční zabez pečení a se stavbou se může kdykoliv začít. Podle návrhu architekta obě budovy budou mít pěkný vzhled a polohu, takže se stanou oblíbeným místem setkávání, zábavy a činnosti naší jednoty a Sokola. Data našich schůzí pro rok 2014: 7. března, 6. června, 12. září, 7. listopadu a vánoční be sídka bude 7. prosince roku 2014. Janice Kaluža poslala písemné poděkování za přání k brzkému uzdravení členům a členkám našeho řádu při jejím zranění nohy. Nyní chodí už jen v těžším obalu a noha se dobře uzdravila, za což jsme vděčni našemu nebeskému Otci,. Příští schůze se bude konat 7. března 2014, to už bude jaro a budeme se těšit na velikonoce. Losování vyhrála Lillian Matúš a Christine Bishop . S bratrským pozdravem Jan Vaculík. —SPJST—
Czech Cultural Calendar
Through December 31 Czech Muzika, Texas-Style Exhibit—at Czech Heritage Museum, 119 West French Street, Temple, Texas. (254) 899-2935. Visit www.czechmuseum.org.
November 19 Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center: Czech Night at the Museum—at the Museum, 119 West French, Temple, Texas, 7 p.m. Tarok lessons with champion Jimmy Coufal. Free to the public. Cards and copy of the rules provided.
December 2 Texas Czech Genealogical Society Czech Pioneer Unveiling—at SPJST Home Office, 520 North Main, Temple Texas. Watch for details. For more information, contact TCGS President Charlene Hurta email cmhurta@earthlink.net, phone (979) 849-0348, or visit www.txczgs.org. December 14 TCHCC Christmas Open House—at TCHCC, 250 Fairgrounds Road, La Grange, Texas. Visit www.czechtexas.org for details. —SPJST—
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Czech Heritage Museum sets Christmas open house
The Czech Heritage Museum will host a Christmas open house on Monday, December 2, 2013. The open house will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the museum located at 119 West French Avenue in Temple. Admission is free, and the event open to the public. Musical entertainment will be provided by accordion players Ralph Milek and Willard Dyer. The Chisholm Trail Chorus of the Sweet Adelines International will also perform on our stage. The museum will be decorated for the Christmas season and open for tours. Delicious holiday refreshments will be served to guests. Children will have access to the puppet-theater and puppets in the audio-visual room. —SPJST—
Ellinger Polka Fest
The 21st Annual Ellinger Chamber of Commerce Polka Fest will be held Sunday, December 1, 2013, at Ellinger Chamber of Commerce Hall in Ellinger, Texas. Event includes a polka mass at 10 a.m. with Monsignor Benedict Zientek; a fried chicken and sausage dinner following mass - adults and to-go plates $9; child (ages 12 and under) $4; silent auction; dancing from 1 to 6 p.m. with music by The Dujka Brothers and The Red Ravens dance tickets are $9. Doors open at 9 a.m. See our ad in next week’s Vestnik. We hope to see you there! Lucille Koehl, Secretary Ellinger Chamber of Commerce —SPJST—
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
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Očima Američanky
Clarice Marik Snoukhous z SPJST Lodge 88, Houston je Èechoamerièan ka, ijící v mìsteèku West, le ícím ve støední èásti amerického státu Texas. Vystudovala University of Houston v roce 1954, kde dosáhla titulu bakaláø výtvarných umìní, vychovala ètyøi dìti a pøitom i kreslila. Pozdìji pøišlo postgraduální studium dìjin umìní a architektury na University of Houston, pak kreslení v italském Orvietu a v San Miquel de Allende v Mexiku. Na jejích cestách po cizinì se jí fotografie stala umìním, a své znalosti si rozš́iøila studiem u Suzanne Bloomové na University of Houston a u Jay Forresta na Rice University. Paní Clarice navštívila mìsto Kunovice spolu se svým man elem honorárním konzulem ÈR v Texasu panem Raymondem Snokhousem 3. 7. 2013. Pøijeli osobnì podìkovat za pozvání mladých lidí z mìsteèka West k úèasti na Mezinárodním dìtském folklorním festivalu Kunovské léto. Oficiální pøijetí v klenbovém sále P a n s k é h o d v o r a pøešlo volnì k neform á l n ́i besedu, pøi které se paní Clarice zmínila o tom, e ráda fotografuje. Svým fotoap a r á t e m zachytila i n á s l e d k y katastrofy, která v
dubnu 2013 postihla mìsteèko West, vy ádala si nìkolik desítek mrtvých a pøes stovku zranìných, zlikvidovala nìkolik desítek domù vèetnì školy, domova dùchodcù a dalš́ich zaøízení. Série fotografií dokumentujících následky katastrofy je nosným prvkem
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této výstavy. Tématem celé výstavy je však pohled citlivé, vnímavé a empatické eny na svìt kolem. Jsou zde fotografie z Vietnamu, Kambod e i Tchaj-wanu, mapující autorèino putování po svìtì. Výstava demonstruje staré lidské právo, aby èlovìk, kdy se mu zachce, vyšel ze dveøí svého domova do svìta, objevoval ho, dokumentoval a poznával. Ale aby se také kdykoliv mohl zase vrátit, proto e domov je místo,
kam se vracíme. Je hrozné, kdy nám nìkdo èi nìco zniè́i dùm, ale domov stále zùstává, proto e je vesmírem dùvìry. Výstava je také zpùsobem podìkování za pozvání mladých lidí z Westu do domova jejich pøedkù v dobì, kdy byly znièeny jejich domy. Mìli tak mo nost poznat, e i pøes tolik generací, se mají stále kam vracet. —Mgr. Ivana Majíèková, MBA —SPJST—
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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment
Post your lodge’s upcoming SPJST fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is Wednesday at 5 p.m., unless otherwise posted. Send updates directly to: VESTNIK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX to: (254) 773-8087. Email to: melaniez@vvm.com. Advertising rates are $2 per column inch for lodge ads; $4 per column inch for non-profit organization ads; and $6 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at (800) 727-7578 or email melaniez@vvm.com.
LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Hall Rental Information: (979) 966-3795. Lodge Meetings: First Monday of even-numbered months February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the lodge hall. Potluck served after meeting. Youth Club Meetings: First Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, at 3 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room, 107 East Park Street, Hallettsville. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room.
LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA (3) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. at PointBank Community Center, 739 East Liberty Street, Pilot Point. For directions/meeting information, contact Brian Heitzman (940) 686-4429; or Dean Carender (903) 564-7359.
LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Friday, November 22—Social night, 6 p.m. Sunday, December 1—SPJST Lodge 6 Christmas Party; meeting at 2 p.m. with program; turkey supper; Santa Claus; and Christmas tree to follow Friday, December 6—Social night, 6 p.m. Saturday, December 7—RVOS Lodge No. 46 Christmas Party/meeting, 11 a.m. Sunday, December 8—Straten Christmas party Saturday, December 14—Sykora Family Ford Christmas party Friday, December 20—Social night, 6 p.m.
Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Directions: From Interstate 35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light and stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take Farm Road 2114 East for 3 miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road. The lodge hall is on the right about 1/2 mile down the road. Hall Rental Information: (254) 8265882; Hall Phone: (254) 826-0005. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Hall, 503 Park Drive, Weimar.
LODGE 9, SNOOK (1) Lodge Hall: 457 CR 269, Snook. Directions: From Snook, turn on FM 2155 to downtown. At Snook School, stay right on Spur 2155. At “T”, turn right on CR 269. Go 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3732. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 425 CR 424, Dime Box. Directions: In Dime Box, turn left from FM 141 on CR 424. Go east on CR 425 for 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (979) 884-1451; Hall Phone: (979) 8843211. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at the hall. Please join us!
LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 36, Buckholts. Directions: Hall is located on Highway 36, east of Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: (254) 593-2222. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Refreshments served after meeting, and door prizes awarded.
LODGE 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions: From Caldwell, turn from Highway 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles; turn left on CR 225. Go one mile, veering to the right. Lodge building is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (979) 272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Sunday, November 17—The Lawmen, country and mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $8 per person. Saturday, December 7—People’s Choice, country western and mix music. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $8 per person. Sunday, December 8—Christmas Dance: The Red Ravens, polka/waltz/mix music. 3 to 7 p.m. $8 per person. Bring snacks for your table.
Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information/Country/Western Band Bookings: Sheryl Wright (512 2298222; Polka 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) Saturday, November 16—Private rental Saturday, November 23—Private rental Monday, November 25—Appel Strudel Bake Sale Pick up: Strudels ordered for November can be picked up at Lodge 25, Ennis dining room between 2 to 7 p.m. Saturday, November 30—Private rental Monday, December 23—Appel Strudel Bake Sale Pick up: Strudels ordered for December can be picked up at Lodge 25, Ennis dining room between 2 to 7 p.m.
Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay on Hwy 287 East until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and go under the overpass at Interstate 45. Go approx. 3/4 mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (972) 875-8381; Hall Phone: (972) 875-8381. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: 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) Note: SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Hall will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29. The Hall will reopen for business on Saturday, November 30.
All Wednesday and Friday night dances have free admission.
Wednesday, November 13—Taylor SPJST Lodge 29 members will hold their monthly meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. Music by the Sam and Bobby band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, November 15—Dance: The Lawmen, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m. Friday, November 22—Old School featuring Reginal Ball and Jeff Graybill, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4H/FFA Booster Club make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday, 6 to 9 p.m.
Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, at intersection of State Hwy 95 and US 79 Business (4th Street), turn east on Hwy 79. Proceed to FM 619, turn north (left) and go about .8 mile to the hall. Hall Rental Information: (512) 352-9139; Hall Phone: (512) 352-9139. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m., at the hall. For youth club info, call Youth Leader Cristy Girod (512) 468-1347. 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, November 16—Brett Hendrix Band Saturday, November 23—Benefit Saturday, December 7—Shane Howard Band Saturday, December 21—Cherokee Rose
Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From IH-35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy. 84 East through Bellmead; go approx. 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy. 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Turn right onto Elk Road; go approx. 1 mile; road will dead end turn right; go approx. 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: (254) 875-2156; Hall Phone: (254) 863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 38, KOVAR (1) Lodge Hall: 278 Zimmerhanzel Road, Flatonia. Hall Rental Information: (512) 237-2438/day; (830) 8394353/night. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 39, BRYAN (1) Lodge Hall: Cherry Bend Circle, Lot 12, Bryan. Directions: From Hwy 6, turn west on OSR; go 2 miles to Mumford Road and turn left. Go 1.1 mile and turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. The lodge hall is at the bend of the road (white building). Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Lunch at 12:30 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. For information, call President Wade O’Shields (979) 324-5961; FAC Dianna Everett (979) 693-5287. LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59 in Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Brenda Cox (979) 243-4222; Hall Phone: (979) 648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:15 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6)
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Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca, Texas.
LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy. 53, Temple. Directions: Seaton Star Hall is five miles east of Temple on Highway 53 (Adams Avenue). Star Hall is a 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) Sunday, December 1—Lodge 54 Christmas party, Tours Hall
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 73, SEYMOUR (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 12 p.m. Call for meeting location. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday in March and June at 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls; second Sunday in September and December at 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls.
LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Meal served at 1 p.m.; meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Hall Phone: (361) 854-8423. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi.
LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Lodge Hall: 12141 East FM 2268, Holland. Directions: On Hwy 95, south of Holland, turn east onto FM 2268; go 1/2 mile to hall on the right. Hall Rental Information: Frank Pajestka (254) 657-8176; Hall Phone: (254) 657-2485; or email SPJST@yahoo.com. Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 4 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Saturday of each month 2 p.m. at the hall. Board of Directors’ Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 3:30 p.m. Bingo: Every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355. LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Violet Street, Needville. Directions: Lodge building is located south on Hwy 36, one mile from the traffic light in Needville. Hall Rental Information: (979) 793-4313; email td_stavinoha@yahoo.com. Hall Phone: (361) 793-4742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From IH-35 East in Dallas, take IH-20 East. From 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.
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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: Lucas Davidson (254) 405-5168. 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, November 16—Leonard Duckworth, big band. *Dress Code. $15 per person Friday, November 22—Bobby Flores. $20 per person Saturday, November 23—No dance Saturday, November 30—No dance Saturday, December 7—Jack Melick Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $15 per person Saturday, December 14—Bohemian Dutchmen, polka/variety. $10 per person Sunday, December 15—Holiday Blue Room Party: Red Ravens, polka/variety. 2 to 7 p.m. Saturday, December 21—Jazz Forever, jazz *Dress Code. $15/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, SAN JACINTO (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 148, EL MATON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at Frank Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month following the adult lodge meeting at Frank Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton. LODGE 151, WHARTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Wharton Depot Museum, 100 South Sunset Street in Wharton.
LODGE 153, LA SALLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Mary Jane Sralla (361) 782-3374 for meeting location.
LODGE 154, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-20 West exit. Stay on IH-20 West until you come to 820; stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Highway and Azle Street exit. Take Azle Street exit; go to the traffic light. Turn left at the traffic light. Go to the second traffic light, then turn right onto Boat Club Road. Go approx. 2 1/2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: (817) 237-5181. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 155, AUSTIN (2) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of March, June, September, and December. Call Secretary Ginny Prasatik (512) 472-1721 for meeting time/location.
LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of every other month, 1 p.m. Call Secretary Cynthia Kristinek (806) 763-7245; ckristinek@yahoo.com for meeting location.
LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of January, April, July, and October, 12 noon at Wall Volunteer Fire Department, Wall.
LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY (5) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony.
LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday in February, April, June, August, October, and December at Country Inn Restaurant, 1000 East Blue Bell Road, Brenham, Texas 77833. Meal and social at 6:30 p.m.; meeting at 7 p.m. The December meeting is at 12 noon on the first Sunday.
LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Reservations/Hall Rental Information: Jo (713) 993-6878; 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
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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) 982-4530. Hall Phone: (254) 982-4434. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall; Trustees meet at 6:30 p.m. Bingo: Every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; kitchen is open. LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at Carmine Lions Club Building, 201 Centennial Street, Carmine.
LODGE 180, BURLESON (3) Lodge Hall: 1150 South Burleson Boulevard, Burleson. Directions: IH-35 West, one-quarter mile south of Hidden Creek Parkway exit in Burleson. Hall Rental Information: (817) 558-2400; (817) 295-3483; (817) 371-0255; (972) 268-0022; Hall Phone: (817) 295-9665. Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 181, CONROE (5) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of each month, 6 p.m. at Central Library in Conroe. For more information, contact Barbara Williams-Rash (936) 2957778/email b.d.willrash@att.net; Chuck Toney (281) 362-9062/email cdtiii@toney.us; or Jim Dinaso (281) 836-3649/email jimdinaso@gmail.com. Youth Club Meetings: Fourth Monday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at Central Library in Conroe.
LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at The Chicken Place.
LODGE 183, ARLINGTON (3) Lodge Hall: 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane, Arlington. Directions: Take IH-35 West to Fort Worth. Take IH-20 East exit and proceed on IH-20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North and stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Take a right on Mayfield; go down and take a left on Pleasant Valley Lane. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: (817) 465-8538; (214) 876-9029. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Last Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Hall: FM 532 West, Moulton. Directions: From Texas 95 in Moulton, take FM 532 West four miles. Lodge hall is located on the right. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS (7) Lodge Meetings: Every other month - February, April, June, August, October, and December. Call for meeting date, time, and location. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Theresa Haag (830) 625-8262 for meeting date/time/location.
LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy. 36, Caldwell. Directions: Lodge building is just off Hwy. 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: (979) 567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Social games: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-2073309541002. LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy. 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. There will be a 7-11 on the right. Turn right; proceed past Hopewell School. Continue through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. From Temple: Take IH-35 South. Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign; take left on University Boulevard. The third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right is Luther Peterson Boulevard. Hall Rental Information: (512) 2551554; (512) 771-4948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall followed by a
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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: Monday 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) 373-9482. 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) 727-2048 for meeting location.
LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Call for meeting location Secretary Tammy Copeland (325) 320-4089. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader 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) 7809012. LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 4 p.m. at Alumni Student Center, conference rooms A and B, Texas Lutheran Campus, Seguin. —SPJST—
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