Volume 101 Number 47
ˇ ´ VESTNIK S P J S T Benevolence
H E R A L D
★ Humanity
ISSN —07458800
★ Brotherhood
December 4, 2013
Adorning Lodge 15, Buckholts
District Two Director Jesse Pospisil recognizes artists who painted decorative Czech flowers around the entrance to Lodge 15, Buckholts. The ladies are Carla Mitchell, Lamerle Zajicek, Alvielene Hartleb, and Regina Peevey. They were presented Every Day Hero pins at the lodge’s meeting on November 11.
Day of Service at SPJST ENC
SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm expresses its thanks to Harvest Bible Church of Cypress Texas. A group of volunteers organized two service projects at Cooper Farm on Saturday, November 23, 2013, to help beautify the facility. Harvest Bible Church is one of the groups that visits Cooper Farm during the summer. “The group wanted to do something to help us out,” Education and Nature Center Executive Director John Hoelscher said. “They brought right at 101 people to help with two projects we had.” One of the projects was resealing all of the picnic tables and benches, and the other project was helping clear out dead trees along the edge of the ropes course in order to
create better tent camping sites for future use by groups. The rainy day’s temperature did not get over 42 degrees, but that did not seem to deter the group at all. “They actually seemed to like working in the cold and wet weather!” Executive Director Hoelscher added. “This group is definitely a great example of the working relationships that SPJST Education and Nature Center is building,” Hoelscher explained. “This day of service was not something that SPJST ENC had asked for, but instead something that Harvest Bible Church wanted to do to help out and make a positive difference. We thank them so much for it.” —SPJST—
A colorful strip of decorative Czech flowers based on an image found in the Věstník was suggested by Regina Peevey when Lamerle Zajicek was looking for the right flowers to paint around the front doors of SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts Hall. Mrs. Zajicek made patterns of different sizes for the three areas: over the doors, on each side, and between the front doors. Carla Mitchell, Regina Peevey, Alvielene Hartleb, and Lamerle Zajicek put the pattern on the wood then Carla and Lamerle painted beside the doors. Later, Alvielene and Carla painted the area over the doors. Louis Mitchell of Rogers cut the middle star with his laser cutter, and he donated it to replace the old wooden star over the entrance. The outside of this historical Lodge 15 Hall is being repainted as repairs and other areas are restored. —Lamerle Zajicek —SPJST—
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Interest Rates.......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 Readers Write ......................................3 Fraternal Updates................................4 Lodge Section......................................5 Youth Section.....................................14
Inside Th is Week’s Vestnik
Vestnik Project...................................15 Czech Culture ....................................18 Letters to Bibbie ................................18 Advertisements ............................20-21 Lodge Calendar .................................22 Cookbook Order Form ......................24
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Lodge 187 Round Rock member participates in Veterans program
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Lodge 6 Cottonwood Youth Club decorates hall for Christmas
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TCGS volunteers clean, organize SPJST Library
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Wednesday, December 4, 2013
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Editor’s Note
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Friday Football and Fraternal Friends
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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
High school football games are one of my favorite activities—espe-
cially when the Rogers Eagles (my alma mater) are playing. It was a special evening when Rogers played the Tidehaven Tigers on Friday, November 15 in Seguin for the first round playoff game. Not only was I able to cheer for the Eagles, but I was also cheering for a wonderful Tiger Cheerleader and current reigning District Six Queen—Sarah Siptak who was recently honored with the title of Tidehaven High School Homecoming Queen! David and I very much enjoyed visiting with Sarah and her family. Congratulations to Sarah, and best wishes in her senior year. And, congratulations to the Rogers Eagles for their victory.
2014 SPJST Calendars By now, most members should have received their 2014 SPJST Calendar in the mail. Calendars were mailed to all households with a current, correct address on file at the Home Office. If you or a member
you know did not receive their 2014 calendar, please call the Financial Secretary’s Department (800) 7277578 at the Home Office or send an email to info@spjst.org.
Archiving Your Scrapbooks Thanks to John Engelke of Lodge 66, Waco and Karen Kaspar of Lodge 30, Taiton who have delivered many of their lodge’s/youth club’s scrapbooks to the Home Office recently. These will be permanently archived and available for online viewing access soon. If your lodge or youth club would like its scrapbooks scanned and archived, please call or email me. We can work out details on getting the scrapbooks to the Home Office and returning them to you. This is part of a permanent, historical, online archive program that the Vestnik/Communication Department is working on to preserve SPJST’s proud past for current and future generations. —SPJST—
• • • IMPORTANT NOTICE • • • No December 25, 2013 Vestnik will be printed. • • •
January 1 Vestnik will not be a regular issue. It will be a commemorative issue celebrating 60 years of SPJST’s Youth Program. • • •
Deadline for January 8 Vestnik is Friday, December 27 at 5 p.m.
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Wednesday, December 4, 2013
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Family Fun and Important Dates
Dec. 5 Dec. 5
SPJST Float • El Campo Christmas Parade (6) Lodge 169, Brenham Christmas Dinner The Cannery Kitchen, Brenham (1) 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 4, Hallettsville Christmas Party (6) American Legion Hall Dec. 8 Lodge 9, Snook Christmas Party (1) Dec. 8 Lodge 18, Elgin Christmas Dance (2) Dec. 8 Lodge 24, Cyclone Christmas Social (2) Dec. 8 Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club Christmas Party (3) Dec. 8 Lodge 30, Taiton Christmas Party Taiton Community Center (6) Dec. 8 Lodge 35, Elk Christmas Party (3) Dec. 8 Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Christmas Party (6) Dec. 8 Lodge 47, Seaton Christmas Party (2) Dec. 8 Lodge 48, Beyersville Christmas Party (2) Dec. 8 Lodge 63, Sweet Home Christmas Party Tobola’s Party House (6) Dec. 8 Lodge 84, Dallas Christmas Party (3) Dec. 8 Lodge 87, Temple Christmas Party (2) Dec. 8 Lodge 107, Floresville Christmas Party (7) Dec. 8 Lodge 187, Round Rock Christmas Party (2) Dec. 8 Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station Christmas Party Brazos County Senior Center (1) Dec. 8 Lodge 202, Jourdanton Christmas Party Jourdanton Community Center (7) Dec. 9 Lodge 151, Wharton Christmas Social Wharton Depot Museum (6) Dec. 11 Lodge 177, Academy Christmas Social/Meeting (2) Dynasty Chinese Restaurant, Temple Dec. 12 Lodge 32, Victoria Christmas Social (6) Dec. 12 Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Christmas Party Raymond’s Restaurant, Lorena (2) Dec. 13-14 District Two Lock-In • Lodge 29, Taylor 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) Dec. 14 Lodge 80, Holland Christmas Party (2) Dec. 14 Lodge 97, Placedo Christmas Dinner Vera Cruz Restaurant, Victoria (6) Dec. 31 Lodge 6, Cottonwood • New Year’s Eve Game Party/Social (3)
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Readers Write
Greetings from Jiri
Dear Melanie, We send greetings from Frenstat, Moravia, to you and all in SPJST. Today, it is snowing—it’s beautiful. We are often remembering our meet with you and other SPJST people, when we were in Texas in 2011 and
singing czech songs like “U studanky sedela” and . . . I have dream to visit our friends in Texas one more time, maybe in 2015 or 2016. We prepare new CD for Texan friends with Czech songs. Hello in Texas! Jiri Unruh Frenstat, Czech Republic —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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From the Fraternal Department State FAC Shares December Fraternal Updates
Dear Members, The deadline for submitting completed nomination forms for your lodge’s 2013 Fraternalist of the Year are due in the office of the State Fraternal Activities Coordinator on Friday, December 13. A description of the Fraternalist of the Year program and nominating form was included in the November Fraternal Update to lodge fraternal activities coordinators. If you need another form, you may go online to www.spjst.org and download the form. You may also contact Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez at the Home Office (800) 727-7578. All information submitted pertaining to the nominee should cover activities for the current year. Please call me or drop me an email at frankh@spjst.com if you have any questions. Other deadline dates are: Thursday, January 2, 2014 New Officers Listing – address, phone listing, and email.
Friday, January 10 Fraternal Incentive Report – YearEnd and Year-End Fraternal Support and Community Services Report.
Friday, February 14 Outgoing Officer Awards—Please note the Outgoing Officer Award is meant for a seasoned fraternalist who is likely to be concluding his or her service as a lodge officer and not likely to hold another lodge officer position.
Thursday, May 15 990 and 990-T to IRS and copy to Home Office.
Clarification: SPJST Lifetime Achiever Awards and Outgoing Officer Plaques The SPJST Lifetime Achiever Award is meant to recognize those individuals within the lodge who have devoted a lifetime of service to their lodge or Society. Generally stated, that reflects an individual in his or her golden years who has contributed a minimum of 10 active years of devoted service. In recent years, some very youthful individuals have been designated by their lodges to receive the honor. Even
as SPJST greatly appreciates the time and energy of its young members, please keep in mind, the Lifetime Achiever Award is meant to celebrate the contributions of your lodge’s longtime and seasoned fraternalists. With regards to SPJST Outgoing Officer plaques, the idea—once again—is to honor lodge officials who may be near or at the end of their service tenure to the lodge. Generally stated, eligibility is based on being an outgoing lodge officer or trustee who has not been re-elected for the upcoming years and does not plan to seek reelection. If you have any specific questions related to the Lifetime Achiever Awards or Outgoing Officer plaques, please give me a call.
100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive The 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive continues through March 31, 2014. All members are encouraged to give their support. Through your generous donations, SPJST has been able to continue to provide scholarships to members who wish to further their education. Donations of any amount will be accepted and added to the general scholarship fund that is maintained by the Home Office. No amount is too small or too large.
SPJST Scholarship Program The deadline for submitting applications for the SPJST Scholarship is postmarked no later than Saturday, February 1, 2014. Any student (high school seniors and college undergraduates) who have not previously received a scholarship are eligible to apply. For an SPJST General Scholarship or Leadership Grant Application and complete guidelines, please call Executive Assistant to the President Sandra Dubcak at the SPJST Home Office (800) 727-7578 or (254) 7731575 or visit www.spjst.org.
Fraternal Alliance of Texas Bowling Tournament and Silent Auction Start making plans now to be in New Braunfels, Texas, on Saturday, February 8 at Fiesta Lanes, located at 1202 Huisache Avenue (behind HEBWalnut Street) for the 10th Annual Fraternal Alliance Of Texas (FAOT)
Bowling Tournament to raise funds for scholarships. All lodges and/or members are encouraged to bring an item for the silent auction which will be held in conjunction with the bowling tournament to raise additional funds. Those who participated in past years will testify that it was a fun day filled with lots of fraternalism shared by all while raising money for a worthy cause. Teams again this year will consist of five members—any combination of men and women. Registration will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday with bowling starting at 12 noon. A handicap of 80 percent of 200 per game will be added to the total score following the completion of the third game. All teams are encouraged to pre-register by Saturday, February 1. Congratulations to Elizabeth Ann Hoelscher of Lodge 47, Seaton in District Two and Julie Reagan Langer of Lodge 25, Ennis in District Three as 2013 SPJST winners of Fraternal Alliance Of Texas scholarships. Fourteen students representing seven active fraternal benefit societies in the state of Texas were named recipients of scholarships at the conclusion of the 113th FAOT Convention held at the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange, Texas, on October 25. With your continued support, next year, we aim to present more and possibly bigger scholarships.
Progressive “42” Domino Tournament The first SPJST State Tournament of 2014 will take place on Saturday, January 11. This will be the Progressive “42” Domino Tournament to be hosted by Lodge 47, Seaton. When you consider your New Year’s resolution, think about participating in all state and local lodge activities in 2014. You can find the registration form online at www.spjst.org under Fraternal Activities/State Tournaments and Fraternal Activities. All participants are encouraged to pre-register so we can notify the hosting lodge so they can figure out the amount of food to prepare for the noon meal. Non-members will be permitted to participate in all state tournaments. The registration fee for members and
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non-members will be $7. If anyone knows of someone (member or nonmember) who would like to participate, please encourage them to submit an entry.
Tarok Tournament The SPJST State Tarok Tournament will be held on Saturday, February 1, hosted by Lodge 6, Cottonwood. Please visit www.spjst.org under Fraternal Activities/State Tournaments and Fraternal Activities. All participants are encouraged to pre-register so we can notify the hosting lodge so they can figure out the amount of food to prepare for the noon meal. Non-members will be permitted to participate in all State Tournaments. The registration fee for members and non-members will be $7. If anyone knows of someone (member or nonmember) who would like to participate, please encourage them to submit an entry.
SPJST District FAC Contacts We are here to help if you need assistance. Please feel free to call me (254) 534-0681, email frankh@ spjst.com, or Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez (800) 7277578 or (254) 773-1575 or email tammym@spjst.com. Your District FAC is also available to assist you.
District One FAC Kyle Skrabanek (979) 272-3440 District Two FAC Ruth Hanusch (254) 771-0193 District Three FAC Vicki Sims (214) 763-0341 District Four FAC Janeece Williams (806) 990-3351 District Five FAC Patricia Bruce (281) 890-4933 District Six FAC Helen Zabransky (361) 798-3347 District Seven FAC Glen Pruski (956) 286-6104
I would like to wish all our members a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Fraternally submitted, Frank Horak State Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—
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Lodge 4 Hallettsville Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 8
Dear Members, Lodge 4, Hallettsville’s meeting and Christmas social is Sunday, December 8 beginning at 11:30 a.m. at the Legion Hall. There will be a meal of fried chicken provided by the lodge with members to bring side dishes and desserts. There will be a short meeting, door prizes, and games. We hope to see you at the next meeting and Christmas social beginning at 11:30 a.m. followed by a meal at 12:30 p.m. and an afternoon of getting in the Christmas spirit. Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 9, Snook Christmas program Sunday, Dec. 8
The youth will meet at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 8, 2013. We will have a covered dish meal at 4:30 p.m. At 5:30 p.m., youth will provide the program. Santa will come after the program. Bring a side dish to the meeting; the meat will be furnished. James Schoeneman Reporter —SPJST—
The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to:
SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: (254) 773-8087
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Questions? Call (800) 727-7578
Lodge 9, Snook reports on November meeting
Donnie Hejl called the November 7, 2013, meeting to order. Sheila Orsak led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held for Ella Calhoun. Ann Schoeneman read the minutes of the last meeting, and they stood approved as read. Bonnie Walker gave the fraternal activities coordinator’s report, and David Kovar gave the hall manager’s report. Donnie Victorick gave the treasurer’s report. Marie Shelfer gave the youth club report. Present were 29 youth, one guest, and 10 adults. The youth are sending a donation to Twin City Mis-
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sion. At the next meeting, youth are asked to bring canned goods for the community service project. We accepted four new members. We voted to change the time of starting the meeting to 7 p.m. starting in January. The same officers and youth leaders were elected for 2014. Come and see what your lodge is doing in the community. Next Meeting—December 4 Next adult meeting will be December 4 at 6:30 p.m. James Schoeneman, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 24, Cyclone invites all to Christmas party
SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone will have its Christmas party at Flag Hall on Sunday, December 8. It will be a potluck meal at 4:30 p.m. The lodge will purchase the ham. Start time will be 3 p.m. There will be a party in Cyclone this weekend nearly every day. We should have the Christmas spirit. Fraternally submitted, Bobby Hoelscher Reporter —SPJST—
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas at SPJST Home Office
Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride holds the ladder as Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez puts the finishing touches on the youth Christmas tree in the Home Office Lobby. The tree features more than 300 first place ornaments that were designed and created by SPJST Youth Club members throughout the years. The Home Office is decorated for the Christmas season. We invite everyone to come by for a visit! Thanks to the Fraternal Department for their shopping and decorating throughout the month of November to prepare for the holidays.
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Lodge 24, Cyclone Christmas social Sunday, Dec. 8
Members of SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone want to invite you to their Christmas social on Sunday, December 8, 2013. The social will begin at 3 p.m. We are going to have a covered dish dinner beginning at 4:30 p.m. We invite all of our members and friends to come out and enjoy an evening of good fellowship. For information, please call (254) 985-2484 or (254) 985-0005. See you on December 8! Margaret Mikeska 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 for the Christmas season. Apple strudels are $15 each and can be picked up 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 Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard meets Sunday, Dec. 8
Dear Members, This next Sunday, the 8th of December, at 12 noon, Lodge Karel Jonáš will hold its last meeting of 2013, at 746 Clubside Drive. The agenda will be open to limited business. Since Christmas is right around the corner, a seasonable fare is planned for the fraternal hour luncheon, The October meeting was very short with a quorum present. No re-
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ports were given, and only plans for the up and coming November meeting were discussed. As for the November meeting, a quorum was present with all reports accepted as given, and several motions being made and passed. One was on donations which listed as follows: S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2; Education and Nature Center; SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive; East Bernard Boy Scout Troop 785; Wharton County Child Protection Service; and Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center in Temple. Election of officers was also held, and the 2014 officers are: President Glenn Kaminsky Vice President Joe Nezval Secretary/FAC Helen A. Kelner Treasurer A.J. “Tony” Kelner
We wish to thank District Six Director Karen Kaspar for visiting with us. The fraternal hour luncheon was purchased from American Legion Post 271 Rosenberg fundraiser. Lodge Treasurer A.J. “Tony” Kelner, a member of Post 271, picked up the plates. The meal was barbecue beef and sausage with appropriate trimmings. It was very good with the beef and sausage being cut up in a manner where one could enjoy eating it. There was enough to almost make a second meal. To the faithful: Plan to attend this meeting, hope to see you there, and this writer remains . . . Fraternally yours, Joseph D. Nezval, FIC President, 1975 to 2013 Et Exita —SPJST—
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Lodge 15, Buckholts Recognizes Veterans
Lodge 15, Buckholts recognized Veterans at the lodge meeting on Veterans Day—November 11, 2013. Pictured are, left to right, District Two Director Jesse Pospisil, United States Army Reserve, 1966 to 1996; Frank Klinkovsky, United States Navy, 1944 to 1945; Doug Williams, United States Army Airborne, 1953 to 1955; Frank Tomascik, 91st Cavalry Division, 1940 to 1945; and A.W. Zajicek, United States Air Force, 1950 to 1953. Veterans were awarded a hero pin. —Photo by Douglas K. Williams
Lodge 32, Victoria: Hear ye - hear ye! Christmas social Thursday, Dec. 12
That’s right – our annual Christmas social is Thursday, December 12, 2013. Arrive at 6 p.m. for social time. The meal will be served promptly at 6:30 p.m. The lodge will provide ham, coffee, and tea. Each family is asked to bring a side dish and a dessert. What a great way to kick-off the Christmas season! We will be providing a family in need a wonderful basket so they can enjoy Christmas dinner. Please bring non-perishable items to the Christmas
social. The lodge will provide them with a ham. Whatever you bring will be put to good use for their Christmas meal and possibly several meals. This is the season to give – and it is truly more blessed to give than receive – especially when we share our blessings with those in need. If anyone has any questions about the family, please contact Linda Mozisek (361) 676-7561. She can answer questions as she and Otto will be delivering the basket. Another thing new this year is to have a cookie exchange. Evelyn Horelka suggested this. It really is fun. I have participated in the exchange and love to take home cookies others have brought! If you want to participate, please bring three dozen cookies (all the same) and bring your
recipe so others can copy it if they want. Each person participating will get some of the other cookies to take home – the number of cookies you take home will depend on how many people are in on this – but everyone is to bring three dozen – and you will go home with three dozen. Fun to sample other cookies without making the entire recipe – if you like what you taste then you can make the recipe yourself! Yum-yum! Fraternally, Kathy Ahlstrom FAC/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 35, Elk Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 8
Lodge 35, Elk will have its next meeting on Sunday, December 8, 2013, at 4 p.m. After the meeting, we will be having our Christmas party at 5 p.m. Please come for some good fun and fellowship. See you then. Fraternally yours, Janie Brewer, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 35, Elk reports on November meeting
President Randy Pavelka called the November 13, 2013, Lodge 35, Elk meeting to order at 7:32 p.m. Secretary Carla Pavelka read the minutes of the October meeting, and they were approved as read.
Scenes from Lodge 15, Buckholts’ November 11, 2013 Meeting
Members of Lodge 15, Buckholts gathered on Monday, November 11, 2013, at the lodge hall.
—Photos by Douglas K. Williams
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Treasurer Barbara Pavelka also read the treasurer’s report with no corrections, and it was approved as well. We had a benefit for Cindy Dennis Easter on Saturday, November 23. She has pancreatic cancer and no insurance to help pay for the many bills that she will incur during her treatments at M.D. Anderson Hospital in Houston. Please pray for Cindy and her family during this time.
Lifetime Achiever Awards Under old business was the Lifetime Achiever Awards. President Randy Pavelka had the plaques to present to our recipients. Those members who were presented with the awards were Joe George Tepe, Janie Brewer, and Wanda Sebik. Many thanks for your many years of service to your lodge. Our Fraternalist of the Year nominee will be Fred E. Kubitza, Jr. again. We wish him luck this year. The night light in the parking lot has finally been fixed after many months of waiting on TXU. Floor chairman Gene Pavelka gave his turn-in, and we had a great month. Bar chairman Randy Pavelka had a great month, too, with good dance attendances.
Thank You, James! Some repairs that were done by James Mann a while ago are greatly appreciated, and he said that he wanted to donate his time. Thank you for a job well done. Fred Kubitza made a motion to give the members the same reimbursements as they received last year. Also, we voted to give Joe George Tepe the same as the others received for his many years of working at the door on Saturday night dances. James Mann seconded the motion, and it passed.
2014 Officers A motion was made to reelect the same officers for the 2014 year. The motion carried and so our officers will be: President Randy Pavelka Vice President Fred E. Kubitza, Jr. Secretary Carla Pavelka Treasurer Barbara Pavelka Reporter Janie Brewer Auditors Billy Kubitza and Walter Kubitza
The meeting was adjourned at 7:57 p.m. Fraternally yours, Janie Brewer, Reporter —SPJST—
P P P Presenting 2014 Officers P P P SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
The 2014 officers of Lodge 15, Buckholts are, left to right, President Doug Williams, Vice President A.W. Zajicek, Secretary Dorothy Tomascik, and Treasurer Sandra Fischer. They were installed by District Two Director Jesse Pospisil. —Photo by Douglas K. Williams
Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje reports on November meeting
Edmond Kana led the meal prayer. Lunch was served and enjoyed by everyone. President Jerry Gensler called the meeting to order at 12:40 p.m. Present were 18 members and five guests. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was observed for deceased and ill in the community and for all of our Armed Forces. Roll call of officers - all were present. Trustees all were present except two. Sheldon Holub made motion to accept the minutes as printed in the Vestnik, seconded by Ardis Bacak. Motion carried. Sheldon Holub made a motion to accept five new members, seconded by J.C. Kocurek. Motion carried.
Officers’ Reports Treasurer’s report was read, and Lorraine Kana made a motion to accept the report, seconded by J.C. Kocurek. Motion carried. FAC Josephine Bacak thanked the ladies who helped in the kitchen, and she also thanked greeter Vlasta Bartos. She thanked everyone who came out the day before to the District Six Fall Meeting on October 27 and to those who helped set up the tables and chairs.
Next Meeting—December 8 The next meeting will be the Christmas party on December 8 at 12 p.m. Members are to bring a covered dish and a dessert. Youth Leader Cathy Garcia also thanked members who helped Saturday and Sunday getting things set up for the fall meeting. Everyone had a good time. There was no hall rental report; Mowing - J.C. Kocurek stated that he had mowed; and Vlasta Bartos had no District Six Cemetery report. There was no old business. New Business Election of officers and two trustees was held. Results are: President Jerry Gensler Vice President Dee Floyd Secretary Josephine Brandt Treasurer Janet Marek Youth Leader Cathy Garcia
Trustees Inez Villarreal and J.C. Kocurek
Guest speakers were District Six Director Karen Kaspar and Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak from the Home Office in Temple. Director Kaspar thanked Lodge 40 for hosting the fall meeting. Everyone enjoyed bingo, and there were a lot of prizes given away. The meeting adjourned at 1:30 p.m. Fraternally, Josephine Brandt Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 8
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The officers and members of Lodge 47, Seaton wish all of you a Merry Christmas. We invite you, as members of Lodge 47, to our annual Christmas party which will be held on Sunday, December 8, 2013. The afternoon will begin at 3 p.m. with a memorial candlelight service held in memory of our 2013 deceased members. Youth club members will perform a Christmas skit, followed by all youth participating in singing a favorite, “Here Comes Santa Claus.” I sure hope they will sing loud for Santa to make a visit! Prior to the meal, members will be able to meet and greet new friends as well as visit with everyone. A delicious meal of turkey, sausage, dressing, and all the trimmings will be served. Those attending are asked to bring a side dish and a dessert. Special guests and officers will be introduced. Installation of 2014 lodge officers and board members will be held. We are always blessed to have such a nice turnout and such good food. We hope to see you all on December 8. Enjoy the holidays, and be safe. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton: plan now for New Year’s Eve!
SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall invites you to come out for a great time on Tuesday, December 31, 2013, and enjoy the music of Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5 from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight. The band plays polka/waltz, country/western, and mixed music. Star Hall is located at 10842 State Highway 53, Temple, Texas; five miles east of Temple on Highway 53 (Adams Avenue). Hall, kitchen, and bar open at 6 p.m. BYOB/set-ups available. Cornbread and black-eyed peas will be served at midnight. Public is invited. Tickets are $10 per person. No reservations needed. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility with a lighted parking lot. Call (254) 7734801 for more information. Frank Klinkovsky Hall Manager —SPJST—
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Lodge 48 Beyersville Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 8
You and your family are invited to attend our SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville’s Ol’ Fashioned Christmas Party on Sunday, December 8, 2013, at Beyersville SPJST Hall. Social hour is from 4 to 5 p.m. The meal is at 5 p.m., and a program begins at 6 p.m. The lodge will provide a spaghetti/lasagna meal including garden salad and garlic bread. Members are asked to bring snacks or desserts. The day will include caroling, a visit from Santa, and fruit bags for children. Please bring dominoes and/or cards and enjoy socializing with others among the beautiful Christmas decorations.
RSVP by December 5 We ask that you please RSVP, if attending, by Thursday, December 5. This will help us with our meal count and the number of fruit bags for the children. Don’t forget your cameras for pictures with Santa! Please RSVP to Ruth Wuensche (512) 365-3013. Fraternally, Robert Leshikar President —SPJST—
Lodge 63 Sweet Home Christmas social Sunday, Dec. 8
Lodge 63, Sweet Home will hold its monthly meeting and Christmas social on Sunday, December 8, 2013, at Tobola’s Party House beginning at 12 noon. A short business meeting will be held, followed by a meal prepared by the Ward family. Members and guests are asked to bring a dessert. Someone with a birthday in the last half of the year will win a cake baked by B.J. Zabransky. Christmas bags will be distributed, and anyone wishing to participate in the gift exchange should bring a gift of $5 value and marked as being either for a man, woman, or child. Also, various door prizes will be given. The Party House is located on FM 531 immediately after turning off State Highway 77A going toward
Sweet Home across from the Sweet Home Kitchen. We hope to see all of you there for an afternoon of fellowship and Christmas cheer. Fraternally, Elaine Berkovsky Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—
Lodge 67 Schulenburg Christmas party Friday, Dec. 13
Dear Members, You are cordially invited to SPJST Lodge 67, Schulenburg’s Christmas party on Friday, December 13, 2013, at Schulenburg Community Center, located by the post office at 708 Anderson Street in Schulenburg. Social hour with refreshments is from 6 to 7 p.m. A catered meal will be served at 7 p.m. Desserts are welcome. Attendance prizes will be given away. Please RSVP by Friday, December 6 to Adrienne Kobza at (979) 7435629 or to Ernest J. Kutac (979) 5618686. We look forward to seeing you! Fraternally, Ernest J. Kutac President —SPJST—
Lodge 80, Holland Christmas party Saturday, Dec. 14
SPJST Lodge 80, Holland will hold its regular December monthly meeting and Christmas party on Saturday, December 14, 2013, at the lodge hall beginning at 5 p.m. Officers for 2014 will be installed by District Two Director Jesse Pospisil. American Legion Post 526 will join the lodge for the party. Come enjoy holiday fun, food, and surprises. Wear your festive outfits to share in the spirit of Christmas! Fraternally, Rita Spinn President —SPJST—
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Lodge 15, Buckholts Adds Decorative Artwork to Front Entrance
Lodge 15, Buckholts appreciates the time and effort that Lamerle Zajicek and attendants Alvielene Hartleb, Carla Mitchell, and Regina Peevey put forth in the beautiful decorative paintings around the front entrance of the building. “The newly-painted outside walls and adding these pretty paintings really spruced things up,” Lodge 15 Secretary Dorothy Tomascik said. “We appreciate them so much doing this for us.” —Photo by Douglas K. Williams
Lodge 84, Dallas Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 8
Dear Readers, Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 8, 2013, because that is the date for SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas’ annual Christmas party! Doors open at 4 p.m. with a social and one-half price happy hour from 5 to 6 p.m. Dinner will be served starting shortly thereafter. Meat, cheese, and bread will be provided by the lodge. Everyone is asked to please bring both a side dish and dessert to share! There will be a sing-along plus initiation of new officers for 2014. I hear there may be a possible Santa visit to complete the day. Please make plans to attend as this is always a very enjoyable evening of fun, fellowship, and food. Respectfully, Anne Scott Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston annual meeting this Sunday, Dec. 8 Dear Members, Please make plans to attend Lodge 88, Houston’s annual meeting this Sunday, December 8, 2013. The meeting begins at 10 a.m. We hope to see many of our Lodge 88 members in attendance. Fraternally, Marceil Malak, President —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—
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Lodge 97, Placedo Christmas social, luncheon Saturday, Dec. 14
Lodge 97, Placedo invites members to its Christmas social and luncheon on Saturday, December 14, 2013, at 11 a.m. at Veracruz Restaurant, located at 3110 North Navarro in Victoria, Texas 77901. Officers for 2014 will be elected. Please bring canned goods or nonperishable foods to be donated to V.C.A.M. for those less fortunate this holiday season. Remember to bring canned drink pull tabs for Ronald McDonald House. We also have SPJST Tasty Traditions cookbooks available for purchase. These make great Christmas gifts! We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, December 14! Fraternally, Gay Revel, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 117 Robstown meets Dec. 14
SPJST Lodge 117, Robstown will hold its quarterly meeting on Saturday, December 14, 2013. The meeting will be held at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard Street, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. This meeting will also be for electing officers. After the meeting, all members will meet at Texas A1 Steakhouse on Northwest Boulevard. We hope to see you there. Fraternally, Frances McDonald, President —SPJST—
Lodge 139, Danbury meets Tuesday, Dec. 10
Lodge 139, Danbury will meet Tuesday, December 10 at 5:30 p.m. at Danbury City Hall. We hope to see you there. Fraternally, Winnie Stefka, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 141, Sealy meets Tuesday, Dec. 10
The next meeting of Lodge 141, Sealy will be at Othie’s Grill on Tuesday, December 10 starting at 6 p.m. Members are encouraged to attend as the meal cost will be covered by Lodge 141. Fraternally, Bernice Stolarski FAC/Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 142 Houston annual meeting Sunday, Dec. 8
The annual meeting of Lodge 142, Houston is Sunday, December 8, 2013. A meal of ham and trimmings will be served at 1 p.m. The meeting will be called to order at 2 p.m. We are looking forward to seeing all our members! Please be there. Thank you, all. Fraternally submitted, Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 142, Houston reports on November meeting
Lodge 142, Houston met at Lodge 88, Houston in the kitchen at 1 p.m. on November 10, 2013. All our 30 members present enjoyed the Thanksgiving meal - turkey, dressing, trimmings, and desserts. At 2 p.m., President Keith Kieschnick called the meeting to order. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed member Fred Frank Kopecky. May he rest in peace. Veterans who were present plus widows of Veterans were recognized. Correspondence was read, and all officer reports were given. Youngest child present was Kaylee Kieschnick; oldest female was Elizabeth Hermis; and oldest male was Lawrence Schilhab. November birthdays were Mo Dunn, Caritta, Lance, and Mary Ann. November anniver-
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Lodge 38, Kovar members enjoy Thanksgiving lunch
Dorothy Lastovica had lunch with grandson Matt Holder for Thanksgiving. Matt is in the fifth grade at Smithville Elementary. Dorothy and Matt are members of Lodge 38, Kovar. —Submitted by Grandma Dorothy Lastovica
saries were Steve and Jo Dein Roznovsky - 57 years; Jack and Catherine Manchack - 38 years; and Nelson and Alice Jochen - 63 years.
Next Meeting—December 8 Our annual meeting is on December 8. A meal will be served at 1 p.m. The meeting will be called to order at 2 p.m. Fraternally submitted, Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST—
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 fa-
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vorite dessert to share with others. The presentation of 50-year pins and a 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 169 Brenham Christmas dinner Thursday, Dec. 5
Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 169, Brenham invites you to the annual Christmas dinner and meeting on Thursday, December 5, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. at The Cannery Kitchen, located at 314 East Alamo Street in Brenham. A traditional turkey and dressing dinner will be served. Members are asked to bring canned good donations for Faith Mission Food Pantry. Activities include a Christmas program, election of officers, and door prizes. Please RSVP to Lodge 169 Secretary Lenora Bliznak at (979) 277-8845 by December 2. Fraternally, Donald J. (Donie) Strickland President —SPJST—
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Lodge 177 Academy Christmas party Wednesday, Dec. 11
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Lodge 39, Bryan Introduces Sales Agents
Lodge 177, Academy invites members to its Christmas social/meeting on Wednesday, December 11 at Dynasty Chinese Restaurant in Temple at 6:30 p.m. The 2014 officers and trustees will be installed. We hope to see a lot of members there. Fraternally, Joanne Hutka Secretary-Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 179 Lodge 182 Warrenton: no December meeting Falls County Christmas party Lodge 179, Warrenton will not have a meeting in December due to Saturday, Dec. 7 other community activities on our meeting night. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Ricky Weyand, Reporter —SPJST—
We look forward to seeing everyone at the Christmas party on Saturday, December 7 at The Chicken Place in Marlin at 6 p.m. Submitted by, Becky Beckendorf Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 181, Conroe: no December Lodge 183 meeting Arlington Lodge 181, Conroe will not hold a meeting in December. The next Christmas party Lodge 181 meeting will be held Monday, January 27, 2014, at Montgomery Saturday, Dec. 7
County Memorial Library System Central Branch, located at 104 I-45 North in Conroe, Texas 77301. This is on the northbound access road between Gladstell and 105/W Davis. This meeting will be held in the smaller meeting room, closest to the front door. The youth meeting will start at 5:30 p.m., and the adult lodge meeting starts at 6 p.m. Consistent with library standards, Lodge 181 meetings are open to the public. Chuck Toney, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 183, Arlington invites members to a Christmas party on Saturday, December 7, 2013, at Arlington SPJST Hall, located at 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane in Arlington, Texas. The party starts at 6 p.m. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. We will have a fun Chinese gift exchange. Adults are asked to bring a $15 gift for a male or a female. If you would like your child to receive a gift from Santa, please bring a wrapped gift. Please RSVP by Monday, December 2 to (817) 465-8538. See you at the Christmas party! Fraternally, Kay Weeks Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 39, Bryan presents sales agents Kevin Kuder and Brenda Glowski. Contact information for Kevin: (979) 574-8775 or email kuderkev @aol.com; and for Brenda (979) 571-5848 or email glowski4 @aol.com. Contact either Kevin or Brenda for all of your life insurance needs in the Bryan area.
Lodge 187 Round Rock Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 8
The next meeting will be Sunday, December 8, 2013. We will have our Christmas fajita dinner so just bring a dessert. We will also be having a gift exchange so bring a $7 to 10 gift to join in the fun. Also, bring some canned goods and/or non-perishable food to help stock our local food pantry. Blessings to all, Jennifer McCarthy, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 8
All members and their guests are invited to attend our December meeting and annual Christmas dinner. Note that this year, we have a new location and new caterer for the meal. The dinner will be turkey, sausage, dressing, and all trimmings. As usual, members are asked to bring a dessert to share. The party is Sunday, December 8 at 12 noon at Brazos County Senior Center, located at 1402 Bristol Street in Bryan. The Center is located on the street behind Hillier Funeral Home, off
of East 29th Street, one block north of St. Joseph Hospital. We urge all members to attend this annual lodge dinner. To ensure that enough food will be prepared, please RSVP to Henry Mayo (979) 777-1426/ email hpmayo1@verizon.net or to Gerald Reiger (979) 778-1592. If no answer, please leave a message with your attendance number. Remember, we are all in the SPJST family, and it is important to share in this fraternal activity and keep our lodge active. We are also working on some new door prizes, including a cash game like Ernie Wentrcek used to have! Fraternally, Henry Mayo, President —SPJST—
Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy Christmas party Thursday, Dec. 12
Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy invites members to its Christmas party on Thursday, December 12, 2013, at Raymond’s Southern Kitchen in Lorena, Texas, at 6:30 p.m. Raymond’s is located on Northbound IH35 Frontage Road. Come enjoy dinner, door prizes, and a good time! Bring a wrapped Christmas ornament valued at $5 for a fun exchange game. Please RSVP by Monday, December 9 to Lodge 200 Treasurer/FAC David Nauert by sending an email to davidn@vvm.com or calling/texting (254) 534-0809. We look forward to seeing you at the Christmas party. Merry Christmas from Lodge 200! Fraternally, David Nauert, FAC/Treasurer —SPJST—
Lodge 202 Jourdanton Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 8
Lodge 202, Jourdanton’s Christmas party will be Sunday, December 8 at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center. Tamales, chili, beans, salad,
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Fritos, cheese, and tea will be provided by several members. Desserts are needed. Bring non-perishable food and/or toys for ACCEPT and pajamas (sizes 3T to 10-12) and stuffed animals for Methodist Children’s Hospital in San Antonio. Come and enjoy visiting and playing Bunco. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST—
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—
Dallas Circle of Czech Women— Krouzek Českých Zen
President Deanna Houpy called the meeting to order. Deanna welcomed 15 members. It was good to see Kathy Nemec. Estelle Smith led us in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, and we remained standing for a moment of silence. Please remember Jeraldine Becan’s husband John in your prayers and thank a Veteran for his/hers service in our country’s military forces.
Jeraldine Becan thanked everyone who sent sympathy cards, called on the telephone, and attended John’s funeral. Recording Secretary Carole Faraizl read the minutes from the September meeting, and they were approved as read. Treasurer Deanna Houpy gave the treasury reports for September and October, and they were approved as read. Deanna said the check to the VA Hospital gift shop in memory of Mary Toberny as stated in the by-laws has not been cashed. Deanna asked what we should do about this. Joyce Ehrenberger suggested we could amend the by-law to state that we give a donation in memory of Mary Toberny to the VA Hospital gift shop. This was tabled until next year. A motion was made and carried that we eliminate the gift to the VA Hospital gift shop in memory of Mary Toberny this year. Parliamentarian Estelle Smith said we need to follow up on the change of the by-laws. Membership Chairman reported we have 66 members. She will have an update of the roster. Sunshine Committee Joyce Moore sent sympathy cards to Jeraldine Becan and Jerry and Deanna Houpy and get well cards to Martha Frnka and Albina Vrla. We signed thinking of you cards for Evelyn Trojacek who had surgery and Gilbert Kalich who fell and is in rehab now. Bessie Tydlaska read birthdays for October, November, and December, and “Happy Birthday” was sung to the celebrants. Under old business, a decision was
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made on what to do with a check from Kathy Smalky who paid for dues for 10 years. We voted to return the check. The Christmas party was discussed. Bessie Petr will cater the luncheon on Friday, December 6. The price is $12.50 per person. The menu will be stuffed chicken breast with dressing, sweet potatoes, green beans, fruit salad, roll, various kinds of desserts, and tea. President Deanna Houpy said of the 64 notices that we may disband, only 32 replied. Some wanted to try and have a meeting every two months. A discussion followed on maybe having the meeting over the weekend or changing the day of the week. This was tabled until next year. Deanna said she would like to continue until June with our last outing being to the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange, Texas. We would rent a bus to go. More discussion will be later. Under new business, we discussed what to charge for bingo cards to be used for the Christmas party. We voted to charge $2 each. The Christmas party helpers’ list was handed out. A motion was made that we adjourn, and we adjourned with our quotation: “Mejte se vzdycky radi.”—Always Love one another. We held drawings for a 50/50 pot, “What is it,” and do vyhry. The blessing before the meal was recited. A luncheon of lasagna and garlic bread was furnished by the Circle and fruit, garden salads, and desserts were brought by the members.
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See you at the Christmas party. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Evelyn Cechan, Reporter —SPJST—
Ennis Sewing Circle
Ennis Sewing Circle met on Thursday, November 14, 2013. We celebrated Thanksgiving and quilted Ann Clagett’s beautiful quilt. It was an Lblock pattern or she said Louisiana block pattern. Ann used all her little colored scrap pieces of material, and it really turned out great. Thank you to all our quilters – Dorothy Prachyl, Dolores Vrana, Dorothy Booth, Georgia Holy, Martha Ritchey, Ann Clagett, Dorothy Bobalek, Pat Fowler, Irene Prachyl, and Georgie Morales. By lunch time, we had 20 members and two guests – Cheryl Prachyl and Joe Ehrenberger. President Irene led us in grace, and well all enjoyed a delicious turkey, dressing, and gravy dinner with all the trimmings. Ann baked the turkey, Dorothy Valek and Margaret Martinek brought the dressing, and Ginny Svehlak brought the gravy. Dorothy Kudrna brought a delicious cake, pumpkin on the bottom, and cake mix on top. My grandsons love pumpkin pie, and I know they will love this cake. Dorothy K. is bringing me the recipe. As always, I had to take a little of everything, and I ate too much. Thank you, all, for the food, the set up, and the clean up.
Lodge 187, Round Rock Member Participates in Veterans Program
Eldon Lange, second from right, participated in a Veteran’s Day program at H.G. Temple Intermediate school in Diboll where his grandchildren, Mallorie and Ty Roman attend. Ty is a member of Lodge 187, Round Rock. Eldon served in the United States Navy in 1955 doing submarine duty. The Veterans were escorted in
the gym by members of the local Boys Scouts troop. The Rock‘in Jacks Choir performed. Veterans stood as their names were called according to their branch. No dry eyes were left in the building as the bugler played ‘Taps.’ After the ceremony, the Veterans and their families were treated to a Thanksgiving lunch.
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Quilters returned to quilting. President Irene called the meeting to order, the Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all. A moment of silence was held for Margie Zabojnik, Tommy Slama, and Mary Reznik. The “Our Father” was recited for the above and for our members. Secretary Dolores Vrana read the minutes of the last meeting, and they were approved. Treasurer Dorothy Bobalek gave her report, and it was also approved. Ann Clagett gave the sunshine report for Eleanora Pelzel. Birthday celebrants for November are Willy Matus, Martha Ritchey, and Maggie Holy. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Martha. Ginny Svehlak read two cute newspaper clippings which were enjoyed by all. Happy anniversary was wished to all the following – Willy and Harry Matus – 50 years; Dorothy and Edward Bobalek - 50 years; Dorothy and Wesley Prachyl – 62 years; Dorothy and Joe Valek – 58 years; Margaret and Emil Martinek – 56 years; and may they all have many, many more years together. President Irene read the quilt schedule: December – we will party; January, 2014 – we will quilt for Dorothy Kudrna; February – for Pat Fowler; and March – for Dorothy Valek. The president is still collecting con-
tact telephone numbers for the new guideline and address book. Christmas shut-in members’ gift sacks were discussed. We have 12 shut-in members. Dorothy Kudrna and Ginny Svehlak volunteered to purchase the gift sack items. Thank you, both, for doing that. We started selling chances on the Christmas quilt and other items donated by Henrietta Milan. Thank you, Henrietta. Dorothy Prachyl, Pat Fowler, and I were appointed to the 2014 officers’ nominating committee. Officers will be voted on and installed at the December meeting and will take over January, 2014. We will also be collecting dues for 2014 in December. Please try and take care of this at the next meeting. President Irene had on display a really pretty tee-shirt quilt that she has already made and one that she is working on. She showed how you do it from start to finish. It really is a lot of work, for me it would be too much. Irene said she has already made 10 tee-shirt quilts for all her grandchildren. Dorothy Prachyl had for show and tell a hot or cold pad. She made it, and it has dried corn in it. You can heat it in the microwave or put it in the freezer to make it cold. It will really feel good. Lil Kosarek talked a little about her and Libbie’s trip to Israel and Jordan.
Libbie didn’t make the meeting, but she wrote about the trip in the October 30 Věstník. It sounded like they had a wonderful trip. Dolores and husband Joe also went on a trip to Israel. She also talked a little about it and enjoyed it. President Irene will have a short workshop in January 2014, showing how to cut, piece, and sew together a quilt top. She is really good at that, and it will be very interesting. The 50-50 dollar game was won by Victoria Vlk. President Irene announced that the Christmas will be December 12. We will meet around 10 a.m. unless you want to come earlier and help decorate. Bring a Christmas gift for at least $10, and please put your name on the gift. We will play 50-50 dollar game, pay dues, buy chances on the quilt and other items, and most of all, eat a delicious lunch. Irene thanked all for coming, the set up, clean up and for quilting. I almost forgot to mention we were so glad to meet Dorothy Prachyl’s daughter-in-law Cheryl Prachyl. She came and joined us for a while; she even quilted. We hope she comes again. Other News Dorothy and Wesley Prachyl and their family attended the wedding of their great-nephew Justin Vavra and
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Lacy Williams in Alexandria, Louisiana on November 9. It was a lovely wedding at the Tyrone Plantation. The newlyweds sealed their promises to each other in a special wooden box made by Justin’s late grandfather Bill Vavra. The sealed box is to be opened on the fifth anniversary. Eleanora Pelzel is back at Ennis Care Center in Ennis. I visited with her. She looked great and is doing fine. Hopefully, she can make the Christmas party. I feel like I have jumped from one thing to another, and nothing is in order. Please, forgive me. Happy Thanksgiving to all my readers. Stay well and happy. Georgie Morales, Reporter —SPJST—
Ladies Circle of Lodge 92 Fort Worth
Blessings just flowed and flowed with lots of gifts, love, and laughter as the Ladies’ Circle of Lodge 92, Fort Worth met on Tuesday, November 12, 2013. There were 44 members, four guests, and four men attending. President Marlene Bass led the group in the
Scenes from Ladies Circle of Lodge 92, Fort Worth’s November Meeting
TOP LEFT PHOTO: Hostesses are, left to right, Mary Ann Krivanek, Lupe Esparza, JoAnn Wilcox, and Marie Keller. TOP CENTER PHOTO: Curtis and Janet Basham. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Mary Ann Kozel is pictured with her display of handmade items.
LEFT PHOTO: Guests are, front, left to right, Christine Apperson and Donna Thompson. Back: Curtis Basham and Paul Morbitzer. RIGHT PHOTO: President Marlene Bass and member Ann Schneider.
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Pledge of Allegiance and welcomed everyone to the meeting. Magdalena Kronenberger brought Christine Apperson with her, and Janet Basham brought her husband Curtis. Pauline and Don Morbitzer’s daughter Donna Thompson and son Paul Morbitzer from New Mexico joined us for lunch. Vice President Theretta Praslicka shared a lovely poem entitled, “A Thanksgiving Prayer.” The poem reminded us of our blessings and how fortunate we are. Business proceeded with the reading of the minutes and the financial report. Reports on those who were absent were given. Lucy Martinez’s husband is thought to have had a stroke; Monalee Hattendorf was in the hospital; and Sherry Watkins gave an update on her mother, Helen Kubala. Sunshine Chair Pauline will be sending Christmas cards to those who can’t come any longer, as well as those who are currently “out of pocket.” President Marlene presented information on our December 10 meeting and luncheon. We are so looking forward to the dessert—bread pudding— and the fun time we will have exchanging gifts. Should you wish to come, you do need to make a reservation. Please call me (817) 551-0965 or one of the other officers to get your name on our list. Plans for December that were voted on and discussed are: • There will only be a very short business meeting. • There will be no door prizes this time. • A $10 gift for the gift exchange is required if you want to play with us. • Donations to our targeted organizations will be accepted if they were forgotten last month.
Under business for the day, President Marlene thanked those who participated in the craft sale. There were a lot of goodies to be had. Beautiful jewelry, Christmas wreaths, handsewn items, and crocheted items. Curtis Basham brought some artwork in beautiful frames that he had made. The whole day was enjoyable, and we went back several times to make sure we had not missed anything. The election of new officers was discussed. By general consensus, the current ladies will continue with their duties except for Pauline Morbitzer. Pauline insisted that she be replaced. So-o-o, reluctantly, we will be looking for a financial guru to keep us straight. Pauline has given unselfishly for many years, and we will miss her willing spirit at the head table. Lunch was phenomenal. Oh, was it good! Our thanks to Mary Ann Krivanek, Marie Keller, Lupe Esparza, JoAnn Wilcox, Carolyn Irby, and Patti Williams for their work on the very delicious meal. Simply awesome! Ann Schneider and Marlene Bass were there to sing to and Chelsey Davidson got her birthday song via the telephone. Little Charlie was napping so they didn’t arrive until later. Happy late birthday to Jacki Phillips and Pat Cabera. Sherrie Watkins shared the upcoming schedule for the hall. For timely details on lodge activities as well as other events, please call the hall and check with Sherrie. They have quite a few events that are open to the public. Lastly, Sherrie thanked everyone for their assistance during the reception after her father’s funeral. The family was quite touched and appreciative. Prior to the door prizes being given away, several announcements were made:
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• Wilma Perry (who volunteers at John Peter Smith Hospital) announced that the hospital is looking for people interested teaching mothers-to-be how to crochet and is looking for art supplies for the surgical waiting area and several other areas. If anyone is interested in sharing their gifts of time or supplies, please contact her.
• Ms. Gloria Farek once again had a gift for everyone. She made angels out of heavy twine. This had to be so time consuming because of their intricacy. Once again, we want to highlight her giving spirit and love for those around her.
• Sherrie Watkins is going to be a grandmother. Woohoo!
• Theretta Praslicka announced that her great-niece is involved in junior gymnastics and has been competing in states other than Texas, as well as the recent world championship in Bulgaria. She is still too young for the Olympic trials but hopes to participate when she is old enough.
And, finally, door prizes were given out. Lots of goodies were won by nine of our lucky ladies, and thanks to all who brought them. Following the door prizes and “show and tell,” Theretta told a couple of stories and the blessing for lunch was given. Bingo followed lunch, and we all enjoyed our time together. Our mantra is: “Come be with us . . . you’ll enjoy yourself.” Fraternally yours, Joan Simek Shropshire Secretary —SPJST—
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The trees jangle ice
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their weighted limbs hanging like limp arms seized up by bitter cold
they shiver
all grim in sadness all gray in mystery. —SPJST—
Page & Pen By d.knape
Poems are made in songs of words, the sounds of music overheard
Words become friends we often meet, the page and the pen make meeting sweet. —SPJST—
Harvest Bible Church Assists at SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm
A group of 101 volunteers from Harvest Bible Church organized service projects at Cooper Farm on a cold, wet Saturday, November 23, 2013, to help beautify the facility. The projects included resealing all
of the picnic tables and benches and also helping clear out dead trees along the edge of the ropes course in order to create better tent camping sites for future use by groups.
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State Youth Director shares December updates
I hope you and your family enjoyed Thanksgiving. Thank you, friends, for your willingness to welcome me as your State Youth Director in 2013. We stand united in our commitment to our SPJST youth through our statewide programming as well as through our many and varied local lodge youth club programs. We are blessed!
Now — or Later: A Trip to the Czech Heritage Museum! Christmas will be upon us very soon, and I am sure you will be hard at work preparing for your December meeting as well as other activities. Please consider taking a Czech heritage field trip to the museum with your youth group. During the holiday season would be great; however, the museum is open year-round, so you can come when it’s convenient for you.
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
And—when you decide to come—let me know so we can plan to join you on your walk back in time! I wish you and your family an amazing Christmas and thank you leaders for the gifts of time, energy, and perseverance that you devote to our young members through the SPJST Youth Program. Letters and Photos in the Vestnik I have enjoyed reading in the Vestnik about what your youth club has planned. It’s even nicer to read the follow-ups and see the event photos. Some of you do a great job of posting pictures in the Vestnik for all to see, and I applaud you on your extra efforts. We have 36 active youth clubs in the state and I would love to hear from all 36! It is so wonderful that you do things in your community and that youth leaders and parents are giving their youth experiences that build great character and that can never be taken away. It’s even nicer when you take the time to share news and photos of your great works with our SPJST family. If there is anything that I can do to help you
and your youth club, please let me know. Also, please encourage your youth club members to showcase their journalistic skills in the Vestnik. Their letters and reports—including, photographs, verses, short stories and even cartoons—are always welcome!
Youth Leaders Retreat Please mark your calenders and save the date. Youth Leaders Retreat will start on Saturday, March 22 at 10 a.m. at the SPJST Home Office. I would really like for all youth leaders to come and stay overnight with us and head home on Sunday, March 23. All youth leaders and their assistants are encouraged to attend. A spouse or guest is welcome to accompany you. If you are planning to bring a spouse or guest, please let me know and I will work with you on making arrangements. We’re going to cover a lot of ground on Saturday’s program, but I plan on doing my best to make it as educational, informative, and fun as I possibly can. Following the daytime agenda, we will enjoy a nice meal and a funfilled evening. We have decided to change up some of the state-sponsored youth contests, and I would really like to get important feedback from all of you. We will also be addressing any questions that you may have about the youth program.
2014 Youth Program Theme: “SPJST - Enriching Lives 2014” Our youth club theme is “SPJST Enriching Lives 2014.” This is a great theme that hopefully will give our young artists the opportunity to make some great designs for next year’s camp tee-shirt design contest.
District Six Queen Enjoys Family Support at Game
2013-2014 District Six Queen Sarah Siptak is pictured with her parents Susan and Joe Siptak and her grandmother Lillie Balusek at the Tidehaven Tigers vs. Rogers Eagles playoff football game in Seguin on November 15, 2013. A senior at Tidehaven, Sarah is a
varsity cheerleader and homecoming queen. RIGHT PHOTO: Sarah is pictured with her biggest fan—her nephew Ashton Siptak, son of Adam and Holly Siptak. They are all members of SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville.
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2014 SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest The camp tee-shirt theme is “SPJST - Enriching Lives 2014.” Complete information and an official entry form are enclosed. I would really like for youth leaders to encourage some discussion on this topic during your next couple of meetings. What is “enriching?” You can enrich soil, people’s lives, and lots of other things. Please encourage all of your youth club members to enter. The grand prize is a $100 Visa gift card and a free tee-shirt for the winner. Contest deadline is January 31, 2014. All participants receive two merit points and a participation certificate.
President’s Volunteer Service Award The SPJST Youth Program is sponsoring the President’s Volunteer Service Awards for all SPJST youth who are eligible to receive the awards. No youth may receive more than one President’s Volunteer Service Awards during the preceding calendar year. SPJST will recognize youth for volunteer service during January 1 through December 31, 2013. This is a great opportunity for our youth members, parents, and groups. Please read about the program on page 40 of the youth club handbook. Volunteer Service Tracking Forms are available from the State Youth Director or on the SPJST website. Forms must be returned by February 28 to the State Youth Director. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about the program. SPJST Scholarships and Leadership Grants All members who are high school seniors are encouraged to apply for the SPJST General Scholarship. Undergraduates are encouraged to apply for the General Scholarship. Please, remember that you need to be an active youth club member to apply for the Leadership Grant. For more information or for applications, please call Sandra Dubcak in the Fraternal Department. Completed scholarship applications and related application materials must be postmarked on or before February 1, 2014.
100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive Thanks to all of the young people and youth clubs who have contributed to this wonderful project. All young people who donate at least $2 will receive two merit points. All young people who donate at least $5 will also receive a certificate. Youth leaders, if you do not have any of the 100 Pennies slips, please feel free to accept the do-
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nation and send it in on a piece of paper. Please be sure to include the name of the person making the donation and the amount of their donation.
2014 Leaders-In-Training Retreat—June 13-15 This year, we have a great LIT retreat lined up for our youth. Our retreat will be held at SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm. This year, our LIT retreat will start on Friday, June 13 and end on Sunday, June 15. Mark your calenders and save the date for a great time. I hope that all youth that finished their eighth grade year through graduating seniors will participate as LITs. I am looking forward to seeing you all there!
Best Wishes to you and yours for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Fraternally, Lynette Talasek State Youth Director —SPJST—
District Two plans Friday, Dec. 13-14 lock-in
Dear Vestnik Readers, District Two Members and Guest, we hope you will make plans to attend the District Two Lock-In on Friday, December 13, 2013, at Lodge 29, Tay-
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lor, located at 5025 FM 616. I realize it is Friday the 13th, but have no fear, we have plans for a fun-filled night for each of you. The lock-in will begin at 8 p.m., and youth will need to picked up by 8 a.m. on Saturday. The Taylor 4 H will be selling hamburgers on Friday evening. Parents, come on out, purchase your family hamburgers, and enjoy a meal together. Send the youth upstairs at 8 p.m. for all the fun. All youth and adults spending the night will have pizza, snacks, and drinks later that night. A light breakfast will be served the next morning after we all get the hall back in order. I just realized, breakfast may be served before some of us go to sleep? I think that has happened before. So much is planned, and I am so ex-
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cited for the lock-in. It has been several years since we had one so plans are to make it the best yet. The stage will be set up for a glowin-the-dark/black light activity. Be sure and wear white or neon colors to get the most effect. Between 11 p.m. and midnight, everyone will be asked to change into their pajamas and socks for the pajama/crazy sock party. Of course, have your mom check out your décor beforehand to be sure it is appropriate. Prizes will be given to best dressed boy and girl. Lots of games—Bunco, bingo, minute-to-win-it, and more. Some are just for fun, and some will be competitive. Crafts—There will be a couple of
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sessions of some really cute crafts. Movies for all ages—Youth will be divided into two groups—seventh grade and above to watch a scary movie downstairs and a neat movie for the younger ones. (Older youth will have a choice of which to watch.) Pizza, snacks, drinks—Please do not bring any food, snacks, or drinks. Plenty will be provided. Music, dancing, Door Prizes—The lock-in will include music and dancing and, of course, our favorite—grand march! Door prizes will be awarded every hour on the hour. Do not bring any electronic devices or cell phones. Please bring a friend! Your friend does not have to be an SPJST member. Each parent will be asked to fill out a slip with phone numbers, etc. If a parent is not bringing their youth or you are bringing a friend, let me know and I will get the form to you prior to the lock-in. Makes plans to attend! It will be a great time for everyone. We hope to see you there! Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor (254) 718-1606 patsyk2011@yahoo.com —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club Christmas party Saturday, Dec. 7
The annual Christmas party for Lodge 88, Houston will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2013, at 11 a.m. We will have Christmas carols by the Orchestra as well as songs led by Sister Helen Hegwood and the youth as well as a visit from Santa Claus. Our dinner will be spaghetti with all the trimmings catered by Sister Dorothy and Brother Larry W. Pflughaupt. Please make plans to join us for a day of fun and socializing. Please bring a friend or guest. Fraternally, Barbara Linney-Gonzalez Youth Leader —SPJST—
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Lodge 6, Cottonwood Youth Decorate Hall for Christmas
Lodge 6, Cottonwood members invited all to come out and help decorate the hall for Christmas on Friday, November 22, 2013. There were several youth members as well as guests who came out to help. A good time was had by all! I would like to give a special thank
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club sets Christmas party
Dear Members, We will have our annual Christmas party on Saturday, December 7 at 11 a.m. Please join us for a day of Christmas carols, good food, and, of course, Santa. Our meal this year will be spaghetti, salad, and bread catered by Sister Dorothy and District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt. Please come and join us! Fraternally, Allison Wockenfuss —SPJST—
you to Lodge 6 Youth Leader Peggy Dobecka for inviting my daughter Zoe and me. We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed getting to know everyone a little better. —Lynette Talasek, State Youth Director
Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje youth Halloween fun
Hello. It’s Kierra and Kelly Taylor. Just wanted to show everyone what we dressed as for Halloween. So, I, Kierra, was a prom queen. I like that costume a lot. Then, I, Kelly, got a cowgirl costume. Yeh-haw. We got a lot of candy that night. Thank you, Kierra Taylor Kelly Taylor —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Members Meet at Junior Cotillion Dance
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club to meet at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home, Needville
Dear Members, We will have our next meeting when we visit S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2, Needville on Sunday, December 14, 2013. Please plan on coming to visit the people there and sing songs. Fraternally, Keith Wockenfuss —SPJST—
SPJST youth gathered together on November 16, 2013, with their friends for an 80s-themed Temple Junior Cotillion dance. Three Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club members from three different schools enjoyed an evening of socializing and learning to dance. Pictured, left to right, are Angelina Ringwald and friend, Zoe Talasek, and Abigail Mitchan who got together for a photo before the dance began. —Submitted by Zoe Talasek
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TCGS — A Friend is a Friend, Indeed
Despite how it has looked, SPJST’s Library is not packing up and moving out! Instead - thanks to a group of very dedicated volunteers from Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS) - the Library is getting some much-needed attention. In its infancy, Texas Czech Genealogical Society met on a regular basis at SPJST Home Office; a bond was formed, and its desire to assist and enhance SPJST’s Library, Archives, and Museum, as it was formerly known, located in the basement of the SPJST Home Office in Temple, Texas, became apparent. Thus began a wonderful relationship with SPJST; consequently, the Library is receiving some much-needed attention. As “Friends of SPJST Library,
Archives, and Museum,” TCGS’ devoted volunteers began the process of cataloging and inventorying the Library’s entire collection of thousands of books as well as dusting and cleaning the bookshelves. After a few twists and turns, cataloging continues today at a steady pace. TCGS will create a listing of all books available in the Library - something that does not currently exist. A very special thanks to TCGS and its devoted team of volunteers for taking on this project and working tirelessly on this project. —SPJST—
LEFT PHOTO: Volunteers, left to right, are Irene Marek, Jan Huber, Dolores Skrabanek, Jim Hejl, Merlene Bravenec, Martha Bartek, Helen
Newman. RIGHT PHOTO: Inventorying books are, left to right, Dolores Skrabanek, Merlene Bravenec, and Jim Hejl.
LEFT PHOTO: The most fragile books are stored in protective containers until they can be organized and placed back on the shelves. PHOTO 2: Volunteers categorize the books. PHOTO 3: Boxes and con-
tainers line the hallways of the basement. RIGHT PHOTO: Boxes filled with books are next to the former location of the Svatova Jacobson Reading Room (which is now the Home Office staff exercise room.)
LEFT PHOTO: The shelves are emptied so they can be cleaned and the books can be organized. The books will then be placed back on the shelves
in an orderly fashion. CENTER PHOTO: Merlene Bravenec organizes and labels a box of novels. RIGHT PHOTO: Books awaiting organization.
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CHM Second Saturday Program: St. Nicholas
Our Second Saturday program on “St. Nicholas” for kids ages five to 10 years old is on Saturday, December 14, 2013, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Czech Heritage Museum, located at 119 West French Avenue in Temple. We will learn about Czech Christmas traditions, make Christmas crafts, learn about St. Nicholas, play with the language puppets, and maybe there will be a visit from St. Nicholas! Come see our traditionally decorated tree in the museum. The cost is $2 per child. Parent/guardian must be present with child. For more information, visit www.czechheritagemuseum.org. Submitted by, Don Mears CHM Curator —SPJST—
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• Letters to Bibbie •
This article is one of a series of “Letters to Bibbie, ” written by Ivo Marek to his distant relative Vickie (Bibbie) Cooper of Granger, Texas. Ivo and his parents live in Choceň, Czech Republic. Ivo is an engineer by profession and an accomplished weaver and textile artist. In addition, his hobbies are gardening, cooking, and fine-tuning his English.
Dear Bibbie, I will write about Ema Destinová today. Emilie Kittlová, known under pseudonym Ema Destinnová ( Emmy Destinn, next ED, 1878-1930) was the world-known Czech opera singer of soprano and generally educated personality. She was born in Prague as a daughter of a miner undertaker and an opera singer. She was very talented: she painted, wrote, learned to play on a violin, and she studied a dramatic art. As an artistic pseudonym Ema chose second name of her singing-teacher, mistress Löwel-Destinn. ED debuted in Court Opera House in Dresden in
1897. She had a big success and was accepted to a five-year cooperation in State Opera House in Berlin. She became there a prima donna. She debuted in title role of Puccini’s Madam Butterfly in Royal Opera Covent Garden in London in 1905. She acted in London until 1914. She hosted in Vienna, London, Prague and Paris. She was invited to Metropolitan Opera House of New York in 1908. There she sang the role of Mařenka in Smetana`s opera with
Czech Cultural Calendar
Now 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.
December 14 TCHCC Christmas Open House— at TCHCC, 250 Fairgrounds Road, La Grange, Texas. Visit www.czechtexas.org for details.
January 31, 2014 Fort Bend County Chapter of CHS Soup Tasting Supper—5 to 8 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 81, Needville hall. Lodge 81 is located at 13609 High-
way 36 in Needville, Texas. A prize drawing will be held at 7 p.m. Submitted by Glenn McDonald, Lodge 81, Needville.
February 28, 2014 Application Deadline for Czech Heritage Society of Texas’ Victor Peter Scholarship—For scholarship submission guidelines, contact: CHS of TexasVictor Peter Memorial Scholarship, c/o Pat Parma, 3311 Carolina Way, Richmond, Texas 77406-9680. Submitted by Pat Parma, Lodge 81, Needville —SPJST—
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name Prodaná nevěsta (Bartered Bride) a year later. She sang with one of the most famous tenor, Enrico Caruso, in the role of Minnie in world premiere of Puccini’s opera, Girl from the Gold West in 1910. She hosted many times in Prague; she was celebrated even in the National Theater in 1908. Her friend Dinh Gilly bought for her and from her money a manor house in Stráž nad Nežárkou in 1914. She owned it until end of her life. She returned from America to Bohemia in 1916; Mrs. Destinn came-back on Czech scenes in 1918. At the end of concerts, she sang national anthem Kde domov můj . . . ED after World War I hosted in New York’s Metropolitan Opera House and in Royal Opera Covent Garden in London. At opportunity of 10th anniversary of the Czechoslovakia Republic arise, she sang the last time in London. The artist married Czechoslovakia’s air force sergeant Joe Halsbach in 1923. She was 45; he was 25. They say Halsbach was flying with airplane above the manor house in Stráž nad Nežárkou and he was throwing a roses’ bouquets to Mrs. Ema from the airplane down to court of manor house. In private, she collected antiquities and learned to sing; however she was in debts. She died 1930 in České Budějovice. She is buried on the cemetery Slavín on Vyšehrad in Prague.
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The film, Božská Ema (God’s Emmy) was made about her and the book „Velké srdce Ema Destinnová“ (Big heart Emmy Destinn) was written by M. Pospíšil. The portrait of the singer is printed on the Czech 2000 crown banknote. Fraternally, Ivo —SPJST— •••••
Milá Bibbie, dnes budu psát o Emě Destinové. Emilie Kittlová, známá pod pseudonymem Ema Destinnová ( Emmy Destinn, dále ED, *1878-1930) byla světoznámá česká operní pěvkyně sopranistka a všestranně vzdělaná osobnost. Narodila se v Praze jako dcera důlního podnikatele a operní pěvkyně.
Byla velmi nadaná: malovala, psala, učila se hře na housle, studovala herectví. Jako umělecký pseudonym si Ema zvolila druhé jméno své učitelky zpěvu paní Löwelové-Destinnové. ED debutovala roku 1897 ve dvorní opeře v Drážďanech. Měla veliký úspěch a byla přijata k pětileté spolupráci ve Státní opeře v Berlíně. Stala se tam primadonou. R. 1905 debutovala v Londýně v operním domě Covent Garden v titulní roli Pucciniho Madam Butterfly. V Londýně působila do r. 1914. Hostovala ve Vídni, Londýně, Praze a Paříži. R. 1908 byla pozvána do Metropolitní opery New York. O rok později tam zpívala Mařenku ve Smetanově Prodané nevěstě. V r. 1910 v roli Minnie v Pucciniho opeře Děvče ze Západu zpívala ve světové
premiéře s jedním z nejslavnějších tenorů s Enrico Carusem. V Praze hostovala mnohokrát, r. 1908 byla oslavována i v Národním divadle. R. 1914 její přítel Dinh Gilly pro ni a za její peníze koupil zámek ve Stráži nad Nežárkou, který vlastnila do konce života. R. 1916 se z Ameriky vrátila do Čech; R. 1918 se Destinnová vrátila na české scény. Na konci koncertů zpívala národní hymnu Kde domov můj, . . . ED po 1. světové válce hostovala v newyorské Metropolitní opeře a v Královské opeře Covent Garden v Londýně. U příležitostí 10. výročí vzniku Československé republiky zpívala v Londýně naposledy. V r. 1923 se umělkyně provdala za 25tiletého nadporučíka čsl. letectva Josefa Halsbacha. Halsbach prý létal s letadlem nad zámkem ve Stráži nad Nežárkou a paní Emě z letadla házel dolů do zámku kytice růží. V soukromí sbírala starožitnosti a vyučovala zpěv; přesto se zadlužila. Zemřela r. 1930 v Českých Budějovicích. Pohřbena je na Slavíně na Vyšehradě v Praze. Byl o ní natočen film Božská Ema, a napsána kniha „Velké srdce Ema Destinnová“ (autor M. Pospíši. ) Pěvkyně je vyobrazena na české 2000korunové bankovce. Ivo —SPJST—
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Meet . . . Emil Zátopek
Emil Zátopek (next EZ) was a Czechoslovakian athlete and four-time Olympic winner in a pertinent run. He was born in Kopřivnice in 1922. He began work in Bata shoe factory in Zlin in age of 16 years. Later, he trained they say in heavy army boots and at run carried on back his wife Dana. He became the first man in the world who ran a 10 km long track in under 29 minutes and a 20 km track in under an hour. He altogether made 13 world records on kilometers tracks and five records on mile tracks. He was one of the greatest athletes of all times. He was most famous during the Olympic games in Helsinki in 1952, where he gained three gold medals. He won a run on 5 km (14:06,72); a run on 10 km (29:17,0); and also a marathon (2:23:03,2) that he ran for the first time. In these disciplines, he overwhelmed Olympic records. This
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“triathlon” did not thrive any other long-distance runner to duplicate. Abroad, he had the nickname “Czech Locomotive.” Zátopek said, “Victory is a great sake, but the friendship is better.” He finished his sport career in 1958. EZ died in Prague in 2000 and in this year it was given him in memorial the medal of Pierra de Coubertin. •••••
Emil Zátopek (dále EZ) byl československý atlet a čtyřnásobný olympijský vítěz ve vytrvalostním běhu. Narodil se r. 1922 v Kopřivnici. Ve věku 16 let začal pracovat v Baťově obuvnické továrně ve Zlíně. Později prý trénoval v těžkých vojenských botách a při běhu nesl na zádech svou manželku Danu. Stal se prvním člověkem na světě, který uběhl trať dlouhou 10 km pod 29 minut a trať 20 km pod jednu hodinu. Celkem vytvořil třináct světových rekordů na kilometrových tratích a pět rekordů na mílových tratích. Jde o jednoho z největších atletů všech dob. Nejvíce proslul během olympijských her 1952 v Helsinkách, kde získal 3 zlaté medaile: vyhrál běh na 5 km (14:06,72), 10 km (29:17,0) a dokonce i maratón (2:23:03,2), který tehdy
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TCGS offers books for sale
Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS) continues its book sales. Some of the publications are in limited supply. Shop early . . shop now for Christmas! Prices include shipping and handling: Czech Family Histories, Volumes I and II — $75
Czech Family Histories, Volumes III and IV — $60 Czechs in Uniform Volumes I and II — $75
Czechs in Uniform Volume III — $60
Czechoslovakian Legionnaires The Natives and Citizens of Vsetin County 1914 - 1920 (English Translation) - $25 Vsetin, Its Fight for Freedom (English Translation) — $25
Czech Pioneers Frank and Rozalie (Hejl) Leshikar $45 Welcome to Hovezi Hovezi 500 Year Anniversary (English Translation) — $20
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SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall 10842 State Hwy. 53 - Temple - Star Hall is five miles east of Temple on Highway 53 (Adams Avenue).
Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5 8 p.m. to 12 midnight
Hall/kitchen/bar open at 6 p.m. BYOB Set-ups available. $10 per person • No reservation needed. Cornbread and black-eyed peas served at midnight. Seaton Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Lighted parking lot. Call (254) 773-4801 for more information.
Czech Heritage Museum 119 W. French Ave. Temple, Texas
Second Saturday Program - “St. Nicholas” • December 14 • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Our Second Saturday Program is for kids ages 5 to 10. We will learn about Czech Christmas traditions and St. Nicholas, make Christmas crafts, and play with the language puppets. St. Nicholas may even come by for a visit!
Come see our traditionally decorated tree in the museum. Program Cost: $2 per child. Parent/guardian must be present.
Visit www.czechheritagemuseum.org for more information.
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Expressions of Gratitude
“Homey” Environment
“Some brief reflections of our life at S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Community”
The facility has a “homey” environment, yet it is decorated with class. We like it for my mother because we are confidant she is in a secure and safe place. She gets three nourishing meals per day, gets her medication given at the right times, has her housekeeping taken care of weekly, can go to church, beauty shop, and exercise right there in the facility. There are so many activities for our mom in the facility as well as out and about taking the “SPJST Bus” for outings. Sometimes she must pick and choose because there is more to do than time allows. From the director to receptionist, volunteers, cooking staff, nurse, maintenance, and housekeepers, etc. everyone is so friendly and gets to know each resident by name. The thing we like most though is that the family is encouraged to participate in activities and enjoy meals with your family member. It is great, too, that my sister from out of town is allowed to spend the night when she comes for a visit. We especially like the common areas we can reserve when many of us visit at the same time. If you are looking for a place for a loved one where you don’t have to worry about them, the S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living in Taylor is the place you are looking for. —Charlotte S. Albert of Thrall, Texas (Daughter of resident Arlene Schneider)
Friendly Neighbors and Good Friends
I can recommend S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living as a good place to live for several good reasons. You have your own apartment, furnished with your own things. There are personal assistants to assist you with what you need. The staff will assist you with medication, if needed. We have tasty and healthy full meals— three a day. We have our choice of games and crafts, also a variety of entertainment and church activities. Our neighbors are friendly, and we make good friends. —Abby Johnson, Resident
Many Advantages 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Small table dining. My two-room single person suite with bath. Furnishings and pictures from home. Plenty of plugs for sound system. The cleaning of apartments plus complimentary laundry. 6. Medicines managed. I do not have to schedule my own. 7. Meals are delicious. I have to guard against overeating.
These are just a few of the advantages . . . there are many more! —J. Noble Atkins, Resident
Beautiful Place and the Staff is Great
My name is Ruby Rakes. My husband Clarence and I have been married for 63 years. We came to S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living in March 2012. We moved here from Dumas, Texas, a small town north of Amarillo in the Panhandle. Our reason for moving here is that our daughter and her husband live here in Taylor, and we needed to be near them. We also have some of our grandchildren and great-grandchildren that are in the area, too. We feel fortunate to be living in such a beautiful place. The staff is great, and they are very helpful in making everything pleasant. We find the staff and residents friendly and always willing to help. We enjoy the church services, musical entertainment, and bingo. There is always some kind of entertainment we can choose to attend. We would recommend S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living to anyone. —Clarence and Ruby Rakes, Residents
Attentive Care; Close-Knit, Family-Oriented
I can’t say enough about what a blessing it is for my father to live at S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living in Taylor. The staff is caring, dedicated, reliable, and professional. They take a personal interest in each of the residents and make everyone feel welcome. They offer physical fitness and social activities that are so important in maintaining the well-being of the residents. It has been my experience and observation that the staff provides the attentive care that enables my father to “feel at home.” It gives my family and I great peace of mind knowing that he is safe, happy, and well-cared for in a close-knit family-oriented community. —Theresa Hajda (Daughter of resident V.J. Hajda)
Lots of Entertainment and Fun
I moved to Taylor when my son and his wife found this place this wonderful place. Everyone here is so friendly and nice. Staff, employees, and residents are so willing and able to help in so many ways. There are so many fun things to do here. Today, we visited the Blanton Museum of Art down at the University of Texas. It was wonderful. There is always something to do, exercise everyday in the week, and very well-attended. Lots of entertainment, bus trips, and more fun! I have used the exercise since I arrived, and it has certainly helped me physically. We have games, arts and crafts, painting, and more. —Ann Geil, Resident
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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment
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LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Hall Rental Information: (979) 966-3795. Lodge Meetings: First Monday of even-numbered months February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the lodge hall. Potluck served after meeting. Youth Club Meetings: First Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, at 3 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room, 107 East Park Street, Hallettsville. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room.
LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA (3) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. at PointBank Community Center, 739 East Liberty Street, Pilot Point. For directions/meeting information, contact Brian Heitzman (940) 686-4429; or Dean Carender (903) 564-7359.
LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Friday, 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. Tuesday, December 31—SPJST Lodge No. 6 New Year’s Eve game party/social. Everyone invited.
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) 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. Tuesday, December 31—New Year’s Eve: Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six, polka/walta/mix music. 8 p.m. to 12 midnight. $10 per person. Black-eyed peas, corn bread, sausage, coffee served after the dance. No reservations.
Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information/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) Sunday, December 8—Lodge 25 Youth Club Meeting/Christmas Party, 1:30 p.m. Monday, December 23—Apple 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: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. 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.
Friday, December 6—Sterling Country, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, December 11—Music by Sam and Bobby Band from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, December 13—Old School featuring Regina Ball and Jeff Graybill, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m. Friday, December 20—Glen Collins Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of the Thrall 4-H/FFA will make hamburgers beginning at 6 p.m. Tuesday, December 24 to Thursday, December 26— The hall will be closed for the Christmas holidays. The hall will be open for business on Friday, December 27. Friday, December 27—Edward Kopecky’s Czech Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6 p.m. All Wednesday and Friday night dances have free admission.
Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, at intersection of State Hwy 95 and US 79 Business (4th Street), turn east on Hwy 79. Proceed to FM 619, turn north (left) and go about .8 mile to the hall. Hall Rental Information: (512) 352-9139; Hall Phone: (512) 352-9139. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m., at the hall. 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, December 7—Shane Howard Band Saturday, December 21—Cherokee Rose Tuesday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: Lost Heart Highway
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) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca, Texas
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LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Sunday, December 8—Lodge annual Christmas party. Saturday, December 14—Private party Friday, December 20—Private party Tuesday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: Music by Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five. See ad on page 20.
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: Fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the hall. 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) 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. Hall Phone: (214) 823-0072. Band Bookings: Cherri Petr (214) 352-4397. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.
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LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north onto 50th Street; go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: 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, 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 per person. Saturday, December 28—No dance Tuesday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: Moonglow Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. $25 per person.
All dances are held from 8 to 11:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Beer, set-ups, soda, and ice sold at bar. Please do not bring from outside. *Dress Code dances: evening attire for ladies and gentlemen. Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Highway 290—Take Mangum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall Rental Information: Lodge Hall: (713) 869-5767; or visit www.lodge.org. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Bingo: Every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7:15 p.m. Regular games start at 7:45 p.m. License No. 17407503501. LODGE 91, 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. 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) Saturday, December 14—Christmas dinner, 11 a.m. at Veracruz Restaurant in Victoria 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 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
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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 covered dish meal. Board Meeting: 2 p.m.; entertainment, 2:30 p.m. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall.
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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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