Vestnik 2014 08 13 by SPJST

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Volume 102 Number 33

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August 13, 2014

Districts One, Five Youth Win State Royalty Crowns

Approximately 250 SPJST youth

from across Texas met at the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center in Temple, Texas, on Saturday, August 2, 2014, to showcase their knowledge and skills at SPJST State Youth Achievement Day (YAD). The 2014 competition involved participants in grades kindergarten to high school senior. They competed in 15 events, testing their skills in areas such as construction, foods (candies), handicraft, photography, sewing, public speaking, and talent. The event also featured a special category which is a surprise until the day of the competition. This year, participants were each given a ready-to-assemble gift box that was to be decorated with an assortment of craft supplies. District and State YADs allow SPJST youth club members to demonstrate their knowledge and skills and

Kay Lynn Kovar, FIC

Lodge 25, Ennis • District Three

1st Place Associate Agent

• Earned Premium •

• Certificates Issued •

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The 2014-2015 SPJST State Royalty are, left to right, Duke Kade Junek and King Nikolas Faust, both of Lodge 9, Snook in District One and Queen Denae Bronikowski and Duchess Cheyenne Parker, both of Lodge 88, Houston in District Five. They were crowned on Saturday, August 2 at State YAD held in Temple.

“Step Up To The Plate” July Top Agents

1st Place Associate Agent $200 Award

gain recognition for their achievements. As the youth compete, they develop self-confidence and sharpen their decision-making abilities. They also have a chance to socialize with other youth club members. SPJST State YAD is the culmination of a year of hard work by some of the best and brightest SPJST youth club members. Winners of SPJST District YAD competitions across Texas qualified to compete at the state contest. Seven District YADs were held in June and July in Caldwell, Taylor, Arlington, Rowena, Houston, Taiton, and New Braunfels. The grand finale of the 2014 State Youth Achievement Day was the presentation of the 2014-2015 State Royalty Court. Crowned to represent SPJST in the coming year were King

$200 Award

Wendy Pruski, FIC

Lodge 107, Floresville • District Seven

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Important Dates ...................................3 Readers Write ......................................3 Interest Rates.......................................3 Memorial Scholarship Info .................4 Step Up to the Plate ............................4 District News .......................................5

Associate Agents Certificates Issued $50 Award

2nd - Wendy Pruski, FIC Lodge 107, Floresville (7) 3rd - April Haag-Howard Lodge 185, New Braunfels (7)

Associate Agents Earned Premium $50 Award

2nd - Kay Lynn Kovar, FIC Lodge 25, Ennis (3) 3rd - April Haag-Howard Lodge 185, New Braunfels (7)

No Career Agents Qualified

Inside This Week’s Vestnik

Lodge Section .....................................5 In Memoriam ......................................20 Youth Section ....................................22 Czech Culture ....................................27 Advertisements.............................28-29 Lodge Calendar .................................30

Sevenmonthold Joseph Doherty is already looking through the Vestnik! He and his parents Nicholas and Megan are members of Lodge 196, HoustonWest.

Sales contest winners announced

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Lodge 92 Fort Worth member earns Eagle Scout rank

PET PARADE

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Editor’s Note

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500 and Counting . . .

SPJST HERALD

SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 (800) 727-7578 • (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-7447 www.spjst.org

VESTNIK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0807 VESTNIK Fax: (254) 773-8087

email: m e l a n i e z @ v v m . c o m

SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 534-2902 • Home: (254) 985-0007 email: vanicek@spjst.com 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 JOHN ENGELKE 6475 Gholson Road • Waco, Texas 76705 (254) 799-4247 email: john.engelke@hotmail.com

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 INTERIM VICE PRESIDENT CYNTHIA HUTKA Office: (254) 773-1575 Mobile: (254) 718-5787 email: cyn@spjst.com

FRATERNAL FIELD MANAGERS DISTRICTS ONE/THREE Philip (Phil) McBee, FICF, CFFM Mobile: (325) 647-1949 • Fax: (325) 784-7448 email: philipmcbee@aol.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 • Mobile: (832) 232-2049 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 77853 • (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 - Kay Weeks, 4203 Treehaven Ct, Arlington, Texas 76016 • (817) 896-5277 - email: kgweeks@att.net District Four - Pam Lehmann, PO Box 637, Tahoka, Texas 79373-0637 - (806) 561-5105 - email: plehmann@poka.com District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023-6510 • (713) 649-6138 email: district5dyc@aol.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El Campo, Texas 77437 • (979) 543-7120 - email: lbubela@warpspeed1.net District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 • (210) 535-4916 - email: poohbear78064@hotmail.com BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Richard Ford, 2392 CR 424, Dime Box, 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) 479-0056 cell District Seven - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (830) 281-8246 -email: bvhouse@att.net

FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Thomas Cannon, P.O. Box 372, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 567-4264 District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Highway 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2282 District Three - Michael Galler, 526 Karen, Waco, Texas 76706 - (254) 662-4934 District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM Highway 765, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 651-8550 District Five - Marceil Malak, 7444 Meiners Road, Ledbetter, Texas 78946-5118 - (979) 249-5940 District Six - Glenn Kaminsky, 902 River Oaks Court, East Bernard, Texas 77435 - (979) 335-4461 District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Texas 78130-3438 - (830) 625-8262

INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Highway 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Daniel Roznovsky, 2513 Custer Court, Irving, Texas 75062 - (972) 252-6763 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Drive, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 234-8117 District Five - Helen Hegwood, 6702 Lindy Ann Lane, Houston, Texas 77008 - (713) 864-0489 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174, Lolita, Texas 77971 - (361) 874-4461 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (210) 535-4916

PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 540-8531 District Two - Tammy Whatley, 141 Meadow Park Drive, Georgetown, Texas 78626 - (512) 948-5339 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Drive, San Angelo, Texas 76903 - (325) 651-5884 District Five - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 CR 47, Angleton, Texas 77515 - (979) 922-1279 District Six - Helen Kelner, 911 Avenue K, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 - (281) 342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 447 Shady Hollow, New Braunfels, Texas 78132 - (830) 964-5135 HUMAN RESOURCES DEBBIE KLINKOVSKY (254) 773-1575 • email: debbiek@spjst.com

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Be sure to check out pages 13 to 19 of this week’s Vestnik for the Pet Parade. You will find adorable photos of SPJST members with their very special friends. Thanks to each and every person who submitted these photos. They are so precious, and I think they will brighten your day and bring a smile to your face. They certainly made me smile!

We recently published several SPJST Memories that members shared earlier in the year. The memories were published in the SPJST Member Services Directory that was printed in lieu of the July 2 Vestnik. Since then, we have received calls and comments that more members would like to share their SPJST Memories. Well . . . send them in! We will gladly publish them and very much appreciate you sharing them. And, please include a photo if you’d like. That will make it even more special. Everyone has one. From horseback riding at summer camp to dancing at an SPJST hall. Maybe an SPJST mortgage helped you buy

Share Your Memories

your first home . . . Or SPJST life insurance proceeds assisted your family in a time of need. We encourage you to share your SPJST memories with us. Use the entry form on the back page of this week’s Vestnik or submit your entry online. It will end up in the Vestnik or maybe in an SPJST advertisement and wouldn’t that make a great memory, too! Mail, email, or enter your memories online at www.spjst.org. Thank you for your participation!

Believe it or not . . . your Editor has completed 500 issues of the Vestnik! I have to say this is a pretty exciting milestone. A special shoutout to all of our Vestnik contributors who make it possible to publish a weekly newspaper. You are what SPJST is all about. And, a very special shoutout to my assistant, Communication Specialist Katherine Morris. She has been there with me through every issue, every challenge, just everything. She is an amazing, dedicated woman who has SPJST deep inside her heart. Thank you, Katherine!

500 Vestniks

This picture was taken when we were covering a story for the Vestnik in 2010 in Killeen. Pictured are Communication Specialist Katherine Morris and me with Fort Hood November 5, 2009 heroes Sgt. Mark Todd and Sgt. Kimberly Munley.

VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the last week of September and the fourth week of December by VĚSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $25 per year for non-members. Members’fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society and enables us to make more informed decisions. The views expressed by writers in the Vestnik do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VĚSTNÍK c/o Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.

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Family Fun and Important Dates

August 16 August 16 August 16 August 17

August 17 August 23 August 24

August 30 August 31 Sept. 1 Sept. 6 Sept. 7 Sept. 7

Sept. 13

Sept. 14 Sept. 20

Lodge 80, Holland Fundraiser (2) Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club Princess Ball (3) Lodge 172, Pasadena Sock Hop (5) Lodge 4, Hallettsville Family Day American Legion Hall, Hallettsville (6) Lodge 87, Temple Reunion Dinner (2) Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Kolache Workshop (1) Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Country Store Snook Volunteer Fire Department (1) District Two Beseda Dancers, Westfest Lodge 13, Dime Box/Fire Department Picnic (1) Labor Day • SPJST Home Office Closed Lodge 48, Beyersville Annual Fundraiser (2) District Six Fall Family Fun Day at St. John’s Parish Hall, Taiton Lodge 6, Cottonwood Grandparents Day Meal/Meeting District Five Family Fun Day Lodge 196, Houston-West Lodge 84, Dallas Czechfest (3) Lodge 47, Seaton Outdoor Extravaganza (2)

c c c Vestnik Alert c c c The Youth Spectacular will be printed in lieu of the August 27 Vestnik. Please make a note and plan accordingly. SPJST INTEREST RATES . . . 08/01/2014 - 10/31/2014 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: 3.00%

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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Members share note of thanks

Readers Write

Dear Melanie and SPJST, We were so pleased to receive the gift bag of goodies for entering the Vestnik’s SPJST Memories contest. Thank you all so very much. The Czech booklets have been fun and entertaining; the candle holders are beautiful - so many useful things. Evan really enjoyed the salsa and hot sauce. We enjoy the Věstník. Melanie, you are a great Editor, and the contests are always fun. I especially enjoy the poems, the extra little articles, and all the photos. Sincerely, Evan and MaryAnn Barta Lodge 202, Jourdanton —SPJST—

Members relay appreciation

Dear SPJST Scholarship Committee, Thank you all so much for the two $1,000 scholarships to help us at Texas A&M University. Because of your generosity, we will be able to buy books and other necessities for success in college. Thank you, and God bless! Shelly and Sheila Horak Lodge 13, Dime Box —SPJST—

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District Three Seeks Funds to Establish Johnnie R. Krizan Memorial Scholarship

In honor and memory of SPJST District Three Director Johnnie R. Krizan, who passed away suddenly on July 24, 2014, District Three is seeking to raise funds to Johnnie R. Krizan

establish an endowed scholarship fund in Brother Krizan’s name. When the fund reaches $10,000, SPJST will begin awarding scholarships in Brother Johnnie’s name. Please complete the form below and mail your donation today. Donors will be listed in the Vestnik. Thank you for your support. —SPJST—

SPJST Scholarship Fund — Johnnie R. Krizan Memorial Donation Amount: $___________

In Memory of:_____________________________________ Donation by:______________________________________ Address:_________________________________________ _______________________________________________ Make checks payable to SPJST Johnnie R. Krizan Memorial Scholarship Fund. Mail to: SPJST Attention: Memorial Scholarship Fund PO Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503

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Step Up to the Plate! Membership Program Update Statewide Goal: 1,500 Certificates Issued Through June: 551 Certificates Issued

SPJST Vision Statement Our vision is to provide a wholesome family environment; to encourage cherished Czech traditions; and to provide high quality, competitive life insurance for our members.

Lodge Incentive Guidelines

Beginning in 2014, the scope of SPJST’s longstanding Premium Refund Program will be expanded to incorporate the Membership Program incentives, dramatically simplifying the program and compensating lodges on the basis of the premium income generated by the lodge.

The formula for calculating the Enhanced Premium Refund is:

1. $1 for each paid-up certificate; and 2. 2.80 percent of the lodge’s annual earned premium. To receive the Enhanced Pre-

mium Refund, lodges must meet the following three-point criteria: 1. Hold regular lodge meetings in accordance with Article 50 of the SPJST By-Laws and offer a wellrounded fraternal program. 2. Return all requested paperwork on time by the due date.

3. Submit regular letters/photos to the Vestnik.

For Lodge Incentive updates, please contact the Financial Secretary’s Department. —SPJST—

• • • SPJST Monthly Insurance Report • • • Through July

MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND EARNED PREMIUM

Dist. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals

Apps. 4 15 14 15 14 10 11 2 85

Written $185,000.00 638,910.00 426,257.00 506,776.00 880,000.00 301,000.00 339,000.00 50,000.00 $3,326,943.00

Certs. Issued 4 $ 60,000.00 14 438,910.00 13 470,000.00 13 332,217.00 10 760,000.00 12 399,000.00 10 251,083.00 2 50,000.00 78 $2,761,210.00

Earned Prem. $ 3,178.06 7,448.24 6,500.75 5,511.19 8,879.88 5,213.56 5,677.13 0 $42,408.81

Apps. Written 46 $ 4,325,000.00 90 3,020,793.00 106 4,812,184.00 120 9,774,121.00 117 9,363,761.00 68 2,540,574.00 78 2,523,600.00 4 150,000.00 629 $36,510,033.00

Certs. Issued 43 $4,920,000.00 86 4,720,455.00 93 3,710,676.00 100 8,319,906.00 100 8,083,226.00 59 2,266,250.00 66 2,146,953.00 4 150,000.00 551 $34,317,466.00

Earned Prem. $ 30,664.77 63,715.15 49,248.76 53,374.09 70,902.26 26,644.17 43,802.93 0 $341,352.13

YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND EARNED PREMIUM

Dist. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals

Through the end of July 2014, the following members contributed 250 referrals during the Step Up to the Plate Membership Drive. Lodge

SPJST Mission Statement Insuring and enriching lives.

• • • SPJST Records 250 Referrals • • •

6 17 24 24 25 25 25 25 25 25 28 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 40 40 47 47 47

Member’s Name

Holly Knecht Terry Malina Jennifer Wright Dorothy Kucera Tabor Dowell Margaret Campbell Lisa Kirby Marlene Clark Rita Holland Doreen Honza Catherine Krajca Laure Krajca Crow Leslie Machu Helen Kelner Bobby Eulenfeld Charles Campbell Madison Kaiser Elaine Machu Daniel Marek, Jr. Felix Pavlicek, Jr. Edmond Tate, Jr. Alma Urbanek Carmen Kocurek Kelly Taylor Ruth Hanusch Debbie Klinkovsky Joyce Kraatz

Referrals

3 1 1 10 1 2 10 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 3 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 26 2 1 1 1

47 47 47 47 47 47 47 47 48 48 48 48 49 54 79 80 80 87 87 107 142 177 185 185 185 196 200 202 246 246 246 246

Lodge No.

DISTRICT TWO YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

18 20 29 47 48

Youth Club Name

Snook Youth Club New Tabor Youth Club Youth Club Name

Elgin Youth Club Granger Youth Club Taylor Youth Club Seaton Youth Club Beyersville Youth Club

3 3

Certs. Issued

1 1 4 3 1

DISTRICT THREE YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

6 25 84 154 183

Youth Club Name

Cottonwood Youth Club Ennis Youth Club Dallas Youth Club Fort Worth Youth Club Arlington Youth Club

Certs. Issued

6 7 2 1 5

2 1 2 15 6 3 12 3 1 4 1 1 1 10 1 14 8 14 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 27 2 16 15

DISTRICT FOUR YOUTH CLUBS

Certs. Issued

9 17

Tammy Martinez Lisa Mills Katherine Morris Sharla Pechal Dorothy Stuchly Lynette Talasek Donica Zabcik Ethan Zajicek Gracie Grimm Linda Mokry Kayla Wuensche Trent Wuensche Margarita Munoz Tyler Kaluza Marcus Rebecek Linda Hill Frank Horak Billye Westlake Sharon Ingram Lucille Novak Zoe Saxton Janie Coakley Jody Jurica Andrea Mills Madeline O’Gorman Dorothy Yeats G. Craig Row Kelly House Tamara Gettys Ann Paruzinski Marissa Salinas Susan Shofner

• • • SPJST Youth Clubs’ Update • • •

DISTRICT ONE YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

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Youth Club Name

Rowena Youth Club

Certs. Issued

DISTRICT FIVE YOUTH CLUBS 81 88

Youth Club Name

Needville Youth Club Houston Youth Club

Certs. Issued

2 13

DISTRICT SIX YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

30 40

Youth Club Name

Certs. Issued

Taiton Youth Club El Campo-Hillje Youth Club

9 2

DISTRICT SEVEN YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

202

Youth Club Name

Jourdanton Youth Club

Certs. Issued

July updates not available at press time. Listing reflects youth clubs whose quarterly reports were received by April 1, 2014, and youth clubs that are active.

Step Up to the Plate Member Referral Incentive

All referral cards received during a given month go into a drawing for three $25 Wal-Mart gift cards. All referral cards received during the year will go into a drawing for five $100 Wal-Mart gift cards to be awarded at the 2015 SPJST Awards Banquet. Referral cards are available from the SPJST Home Office and online at www.spjst.org.

Bobby Eulenfeld

Lodge 29, Taylor • District Two

Carmen Kocurek

Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje • District Six

Jody Jurica

Lodge 185, New Braunfels • District Seven

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District News

District Six Fall Family Fun Day Agenda Sunday, September 7, 2014 Hosted by SPJST Lodge 30, Taiton St. John’s Parish Hall in Taiton 1843 CR 469 • El Campo, Texas 77437

10:30 to 11 a.m. Adult and Youth Contest Registration • Bingo 12 Noon — Catered Meal

All lodges are asked to provide one door prize and two desserts. Members are encouraged to bring items for bingo prizes.

Fun Day Gathering Called to Order .....................................President Joe Siptak Blessing .........................................................District Six Director Karen Kaspar Posting of Colors ....................................................Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club Moment of Silence for Deceased Members .........................President Joe Siptak Welcome by Hosting Lodge..................Lodge 30 President Yvonne Marcaurele Response and Introduction of Guests............First Vice President Annie Vahalik Roll Call of Lodges, Officers and Standing Committees ........................................Secretary Wanda Dorotik Needlework Contest Christmas Ornament Contest Candy Contest Bingo Announce Host of 2015 Spring Meeting District Contest Winners ...................................................FAC Helen Zabransky District Youth Ornament Winners ............................................DYC Lisa Bubela Drawing for Door Prizes and Youth Club Prizes

The Saint John Nepomucene Catholic Church, Parish Hall, and Cemetery are a short distance east of State Highway 71 on FM 961.

State YAD

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Nikolaus Faust and Duke Kade Junek, both of Lodge 9, Snook in District One, and Queen Denae Bronikowski and Duchess Cheyenne Parker, both of Lodge 88, Houston in District Five. State King Nikolas, 17, is the son of James and Stefani Faust of Snook. Nikolas is a senior at Snook High School. State Duke Kade is eight years old and the son of Kevin and Erika Junek. State Queen Denae, 15, is the daughter of Robert and Doris Bronikowski of Houston. Julia is a junior at Jersey Village High School. State Duchess Cheyenne, age six, is the daughter of Natalie Zalesky of Houston. First runners-up were King Pierce Tignor and Duke Preston Sullivan, both of Lodge 25, Ennis, and Queen Kacie Vanecek and Duchess Makayla Newsom, both of Lodge 48, Beyersville. Second runners-up were King Ryan Bronikowski and Duke Nathan Polly,

both of Lodge 88, Houston, and Queen Daisy Enriquez and Duchess Aiyana Gonzalez, both of Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje. The winner of the $1,500 SPJST State Merit Grant was Sammy Hoggard of Lodge 202, Jourdanton. District Merit Grant recipients were Colton Orsak of Lodge 9, Snook in District One; Jacob Horak of Lodge 80, Holland in District Two; Melinda McClellan of Lodge 84, Dallas in District Three; Avery Moyle of Lodge 162, Iowa Colony in District Five; Ryan Drapela of Lodge 30, Taiton in District Six; and Hayley Hilbig of Lodge 185, New Braunfels in District Seven. They each received $1,000 grants. The SPJST Top Junior Award went to Brandon Girod of Lodge 29, Taylor and SPJST Top Teen Award went to Brady Alexander of Lodge 47, Seaton. Complete State YAD — including beseda participants and talent, craft, and poster and scrapbook — results will appear in the Vestnik - Youth Spectacular to be published on August 27, 2014. —SPJST—

SPJST Lodge Se ct ion

Lodge 4 Hallettsville reports on July meeting

Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville met on Sunday, July 13, 2014, at the Legion Tap Room at 3 p.m. with President Joe Siptak presiding. Minutes to the last meeting were read and approved followed by the financial report. Correspondence was read, and committee reports were given. Members were reminded of the Corpus Christi weekend getaway on August 8 to 10 and the District Six Fall Fun Day hosted by Lodge 30, Taiton at St. John’s Parish Hall in Taiton. Final plans were made for Family Day on Sunday, August 17 at the Legion Hall. Invitations were mailed out from the SPJST Home Office. Committees will be the same as last year. It was voted to hold the September meeting at the District Six Fall Fun

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

Day on September 7. The meeting adjourned followed by door prizes and lunch. We hope to see you at Family Day on August 17. Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 4 Hallettsville family day dinner this Sunday

Dear Lodge 4 Members, You are cordially invited to attend the Annual Family Day Dinner for SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville, this Sunday, August 17, 2014, at the American Legion Hall in Hallettsville. We will begin with refreshments at 11 a.m. At 12 noon, a meal consisting of barbecue chicken, sausage, and all of the trimmings will be served. During the afternoon, our new 50-

Lodge 6, Cottonwood Says, “Happy Birthday, Henry and Peggy!”

Happy July birthday to Henry Blahuta and Peggy Dobecka! They were honored at the July meeting of Lodge 6, Cottonwood.

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and 75-year members will be honored with a pin presentation. Representatives from the SPJST Supreme Lodge and District Six will update us on news and events in our Society. Each family is asked to bring a dessert to share after the meal. Donations of bingo prizes valued at $2 to $3 will be greatly appreciated. This year, we will have a “Remember when . . . ” area where old scrapbooks, pictures, and any other memorabilia that you would like to share can be displayed. To help with the cost of the meal, tickets are: Lodge 4 Youth, ages 5 through 11 years — $4 Lodge 4 Members, ages 12 years and older — $5 All non-Lodge 4 members — $6 Children, ages 4 and under — Free

Please join us on Sunday, August 17 for a delicious meal and an enjoyable day. If you have any questions, please call me at (361) 798-3347 after 5 p.m., or call our lodge Fraternal Activities Coordinator Annie Vahalik at (361) 649-4888. We look forward to seeing you there. Fraternally yours, Helen Zabransky Secretary/Treasurer —SPJST—

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Congrats, SPJST Founders’ Day Sales Contest Winners!

The Insurance Department sponsored an SPJST Founders’ Day Sales Incentive Contest for sales agents from May 1 to July 1, 2014. The contest was based on new applications written and issued. Two Dell 15-inch Inspirion laptop computers were awarded to agents participating in the contest in a

Lodge 6 Cottonwood reports on August meeting

President Milton Peterson called the meeting to order on Friday, August 1, 2014. Sister Peggy Dobecka led the Pledge of Allegiance and SPJST motto. A moment of silence was observed for Brother Johnnie Krizan and other deceased members of the lodge. Sister Georgie Soukup reported 20 members present. Sister Barbara Hykel read the minutes from the last meeting. Sister Peggy Dobecka gave the treasurer’s and youth club reports. Sister Evelyn Stuckly had no FAC report. Sympathy card was sent to the Krizan family. A get well card was sent to Robert Schiemenz. The picnic was a big success.

drawing. LEFT PHOTO: District One Fraternal Field Manager Philip McBee presents a laptop to Linda Eureste of Lodge 171, Lockhart. RIGHT PHOTO: District Five Fraternal Field Manager Delisle Doherty presents a laptop to Kerry Herrington of Lodge 172, Pasadena. Congratulations to both Linda and Kerry!

President Milton Peterson thanked everyone for working and coming to support Lodge 6. There were no August birthdays. The winner for the progressive door prize was not present. Attendance door prize winners were Jeanette Beseda, Joe Dvorsky, and Peggy Dobecka.

Important Upcoming Dates Dates to remember: Friday, August 15 - social and trustee meeting; Friday, August 29 - potato peeling for Westfest (we will start at 4 p.m. at the hall - we need lots of help so please come and help); and Sunday, September 7 next lodge meeting. It will be a noon meal with the youth club preparing the meal for Grandparents’ Day. The meeting will follow at 2 p.m. The meal was provided by Milton and Irene Peterson. Dorothy Kucera, Reporter —SPJST—

Congratulations, Lodge 8, Weimar Members!

Lodge 8, Weimar members gather for July meeting

Lodge 8, Weimar met at Leticia’s Mexican Restaurant on Monday, July 28, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. for the monthly meeting. Erline Janik presided over the meeting. Robin Guenther presented the secretary’s report, and Carolyn Tobola read the treasurer’s report. District Six Director Karen Kaspar reminded members of the SPJST District Six Fall Family Fun Day on Sunday, September 7 with Lodge 30, Taiton hosting. The fun day will be held at St. John's Parish Hall in Taiton. Please see upcoming Vestniks for details of the day’s events. Congratulations was expressed to JoAnn and Leo Jares on their 55th wedding anniversary celebrated on July 11! Happy birthday wishes were also shared to Carolyn Tobola who celebrated her special day on July 14 and Henrietta Veselka whose special day was July 19. Next Meeting—August 25 The next meeting for Lodge 8, Weimar will be Monday, August 25 at 6:30 p.m. at Leticia’s Mexican Restaurant. We look forward to seeing everyone! Lodge 8, Weimar Officers —SPJST—

LEFT PHOTO: Congratulations to Lodge 8, Weimar members JoAnn and Leo Jares on their 55th wedding anniversary! They celebrated their special day

on July 11. RIGHT PHOTO: Happy birthday to Carolyn Tobola, left, on July 14 and Henrietta Veselka on July 19.

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Lodge 18, Elgin reports on June meeting

Happy Birthday, Hayden!

President David Meyer called the meeting of the SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin to order on Tuesday, June 17, 2014. He led the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed for the deceased of the lodge and our service men and women. There were 14 lodge members in attendance. State FAC Frank Horak was also present. Secretary/Treasurer Charles Wilson read the minutes from the last meeting. Frank gave suggestions for effective minutes. Reporter Charlie Anderson stated that it needed to be added to the minutes that Ray Nelson needed hours for the mid-year FAC report. Secretary/Treasurer Charles Wilson gave the treasurer’s report. He stated that the biggest expenses were the electric bill and payment to Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI). Vice President/Fraternal Activities Coordinator Ray Nelson was absent for the FAC report. The State FAC stated that the Corpus Christi Getaway will feature a deep-sea fishing tour on Friday afternoon. The getaway will be held at the Emerald Beach Hotel. He also stated that Flag Day was held at Cooper Farm, and that the contest winner, an Ennis lodge member, de-

livered her essay speech. Brian Vanicek will be giving a series of lectures at the Home Office about “All Things Czech.” The 2015 state tournaments are being slated, and Frank suggested we keep in mind the dates to potentially host. Unfortunately, the tournament dates were already booked with dances or rentals. Youth Leader Joyce Nelson gave

Lodge 35, Elk welcomes new member Turner Trial. Also welcoming Turner to SPJST are proud grandparents Randy and Tammy Pavelka. Randy serves as president of Lodge 35. —SPJST—

Lodge 35, Elk welcomes new member Skylar Fitzgerald. Also welcoming Skylar to SPJST are proud grandparents Randy and Tammy Pavelka. Randy serves as president of Lodge 35. —SPJST—

Turner Trial

Skylar Fitzgerald

Lodge 35, Elk welcomes new member

Happy belated birthday to Hayden Johns. He celebrated his 11th birthday on July 23, 2014. His parents are Wiley and Shirley Johns. His grandparents are Joe and Linda Mokry. Hayden, Joe, and Linda are all members of Lodge 48, Beyersville.

Lodge 35, Elk welcomes new member

Happy Birthday, Laney!

Happy Birthday, Payton!

Happy belated birthday to Laney Martinez. She celebrated her 12th birthday on June 11, 2014. Her parents are Bobb and Patty Martinez, and grandparents are Joe and Linda Mokry. Laney, Joe, and Linda are all members of Lodge 48, Beyersville.

Happy belated birthday to Payton Martinez who celebrated his 16th birthday on June 24, 2014. His parents are Bobb and Patty Martinez, and his grandparents are Joe and Linda Mokry. Payton, Joe, and Linda are all members of Lodge 48, Beyersville.

the youth club report. She gave the youth club’s financial report and stated that the youth are working on YAD projects. Trustee Secretary F.L. Meyer gave the trustee report. State FAC Frank Horak was present at the trustee meeting and suggested the lodge form a grievance committee to be made up of three committee members and one alternate member. The trustees are still working with the motorcycle club about getting the contract completed, and one of the air conditioning units went out. Secretary/Treasurer Charles Wilson gave the May bar report. Charles also gave the ticket committee report for May on behalf of his wife, who was absent. Frank brought up some new news in regards to ASCAP. President David Meyer gave the house report. Artie Monson and David Meyer jointly gave the dance committee report. Artie stated that the kitchen will no longer be open at country dances, and that it will be removed from the dance cards. David stated that he cancelled Pure Country’s booking for the New Year’s Eve dance, and is looking for a replacement. Evelyn Gustafson reported that she sent a get well cards to Johnny Vrabel and Francis Creig. Irene Vrabel gave the audit committee report and stated that we are still waiting. Frank stated that the financial sec-

retary has the right to do an audit, and that at the last board meeting it was suggested that our lodge hire an outside CPA for the audit. No decision was made. The rules and regulations committee has not met; the most recent revisions are still being typed up into draft form. President David Meyer led into new business. He stated that he would notify Melanie Zavodny and the officers of the float number and location for the Western Days parade. New business consisted of a grievance committee needing to be set up, to be done at the next meeting to include Vice President/FAC Ray Nelson’s appointments. Irene Vrabel and Katie Mogonye celebrate their birthdays this month on the 20th and 12th, respectively. There were no anniversary celebrations. Charlie Anderson, Reporter —SPJST—

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Lodge 18, Elgin reports on July meeting

President David Meyer called the meeting of the SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin to order on Tuesday, July 15, 2014. He led the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed for the deceased of the lodge and our service men and women. There were 14 lodge members in attendance, and three guests: Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny and husband David Nauert and District One Director/Supreme Lodge Chairman Donnie Victorick. Secretary/Treasurer Charles Wilson read the minutes from the last meeting, which were approved as read. Secretary/Treasurer Charles Wilson gave the treasurer’s report. Vice President/Fraternal Activities Coordinator Ray Nelson gave the FAC report. He stated that if lodge members plan on attending the Corpus Christi getaway, to book rooms as

soon as possible as over 100 have already been booked. State YAD will be held August 2 at the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center in Temple. Youth Leader Joyce Nelson gave the youth club report. She gave the youth club’s financial report and stated that the annual end-of-year party was held on July 3. The youth club went swimming and had pizza. It also was a send-off party for JB Anderson, who left for United States Army basic training a few days later. He will be stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia. Two youth club members attended YAD in Taylor, and Kimberly West won in two categories (second and third place). Trustee Secretary F.L. Meyer gave the trustee report. The contract with the motorcycle club (Texas Two Wheel) has been renewed, and the instructor will soon become the new owner. Vice President/FAC Ray Nelson added that Anita, the instructor/owner, specified that she would like to see the rental income from the motorcycle club go to the local scholarship fund. The insurance

company for the building sent information to be filled out regarding the building. The TABC license renewal application was also discussed. Secretary/Treasurer Charles Wilson gave the June bar report. Charles also gave the ticket committee report for June on behalf of his wife, who was absent. President David Meyer gave the house report. Artie Monson and David Meyer jointly gave the dance committee report. Artie stated that polka bands have been hired through December, and David reported that he has not slated a band for the New Year’s Eve dance. Evelyn Gustafson did not send out any correspondence this month. She stated she didn’t get any list or information, but if need be she will send out cards. Irene Vrabel gave the audit committee report and stated that Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak will come to the hall to audit the books on August 5. The rules and regulations committee has not met; the most recent revisions are still being typed up into draft

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Shares July Meeting Scenes

TOP LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 79, Corpus Christi members were honored to have guest speaker Ridge Hammons with The Hammons Education Leadership Program address them at the July meeting. TOP CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 79 members listen to Ridge Hammons with his very interesting presentation. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Secretary Virginia Rebecek celebrated her birthday on July 21. Happy birthday, Virginia! BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Congratulations to, left to right, Weaver and Irene Mitchell who celebrated

their 66th wedding anniversary on July 10 and to Susan and Frank Sacky who celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary on July 31. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Vice President/FAC Jerry Sijansky, left, Treasurer Frank Sacky, second from left, and President Mark Rebecek, far right, present a $500 check to Ridge Hammons with The Hammons Education Leadership Program for his outstanding presentation at Lodge 79, Corpus Christi’s July meeting.

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form. President David Meyer led into new business. The first order of business was setting up the grievance committee. President David Meyer appointed Irene Vrabel and Artie Monson. Vice President/FAC appointed Nathan Wright. Reporter Charlie Anderson volunteered to serve as the alternate committee member. Teresa Anderson stated that JB Anderson’s scholarship check needed to be made out to the United States Army. This year, the scholarship committee gave out three scholarships of $500 each. In January 2012, the lodge voted to give a youth club member a $1,000 scholarship and a non-member $500. Mike Mogonye made the motion that we accept the scholarship committee’s anomaly this year, and award JB Anderson the $1,000 scholarship, the non-member the $500 scholarship, and Cody Helgren a $500 scholarship. After discussion, the motion was passed. Youth Leader Joyce Nelson led a discussion about the youth club. The youth club participates in district functions, including spring and fall business meetings, workshops, camp, YAD, and participating in community events such as Join Hands Day and Make A Difference Day, in addition to donating to local food pantries several times throughout the year, as well as donating to Blue Santa at Christmas and visiting the Elgin Golden Years each Christmas and Valentine’s Day. Vice President/FAC asked the lodge members what they would like to see the youth do. Reporter Charlie Anderson suggested lodge members attend youth club meetings to become more involved with the youth. President David Meyer led into new business. He stated the fall meeting is September 21, and there is a rental the night before. He suggested a catered meal, and Irene Vrabel gave several suggestions. The lodge approved setting the meal price at $3 or $4 to offset the catering cost (after the $750 hosting fee from the district, which in turn comes from the Home Office). It was also approved to hire Kelm Catering to serve a chicken fried steak dinner. The question about the running of the booths came up, and District One Director/Supreme Lodge Chairman Donnie Victorick suggested asking the district officers to help man booths. Youth Club Leader Joyce Nelson volunteered the youth club to set up the tables. Vice President/FAC Ray Nelson also brought up that in the past it has been asked for the menu to be

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more kid-friendly, and he volunteered to cook hamburgers and sausage wraps for the kids. District One Director/Supreme Lodge Chairman Donnie Victorick and Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny addressed the membership on several issues within the lodge. In essence, fraternal means people helping other people, and to do that requires teamwork. Joyce Nelson and Johnny Vrabel celebrate their birthdays this month. There were no anniversary celebrations. Mike Mogonye stated that his mother Katie has been moved into an assisted living facility in Fredericksburg. He stated his sister put her on Facebook for those wishing to keep in contact with her. Charlie Anderson, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 66, Waco welcomes sales agent

The meeting was called to order on Thursday, July 17, 2014, by President John Engelke at St. Paul’s Church at 6 p.m. with all officers present with the exception of Secretary Dana McAdams. There were 12 members present at today’s meeting. We were happy to have Sales Agent Clifford

Randal House with us at the meeting. Members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and motto. President Engelke read the minutes of the June meeting, and they were approved as read. Sister Dorothy Veselka gave the Entertainment Committee report. FAC Sister Diana Engelke gave the FAC report. She read the monthly letter from State FAC Frank Horak. Brother Louie Veselka reported there were no grievances. Sister Dorothy Veselka of the Cheer and Condolence Committee reported she sent get well cards to Gene McBride and Lily Jane Popp. She sent a sympathy card to the Larry Adair family on the death of his stepmother Rosemary Johnson Adair. She also congratulated George and Sue Pauling on their 40th wedding anniversary on July 11. Bookkeeper Sister Diana Engelke gave the bookkeeping report. Sister Diana Engelke read candidates for membership. Clifford Randal House wrote up Macy Alison Zanter and Nicholas Aaron Lucas. They were accepted into Lodge 66. A monetary donation for July of $100 will be made to the American Cancer Society. July birthday celebrants present were Michael Galler, Weldon Galler, and Louie Veselka. Door prize winner was Kim Allen. One hundred percent winner was Mary Hessel.

Lodge 66, Waco Honors July Birthday Celebrants

Lodge 66, Waco honored and recognized its July birthday celebrants with a cake at the meeting held July 17, 2014. Happy birthday to, left to right, Michael Galler, Weldon Galler, and Louie Veselka. Best wishes for many, many more. —Submitted by Dorothy Veselka, Reporter

Next Meeting—August 21 The next Lodge 66 meeting will be held on August 21 at St. Paul’s Church at 6 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka, Reporter —SPJST—

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Brianne Praslicka and Jonathan Pond Exchange Wedding Vows

Best man was Donesh Gillin, a Brianne Elise Praslicka and Jonathan Hugh Pond were married at friend of the groom. Groomsmen 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 5, 2014, were the groom’s brother Steven at the Marty Leonard Chapel in Fort Pond and the bride’s brothers Brice and Bryton Praslicka. Worth. Ushers were the bride’s cousins The bride is the daughter of Bron and Teri Praslicka of Double Oak, Cody and Nash Bland and Wayne Texas. She is the granddaughter of Blair, a friend of the bride. The reception was held at the Fort Frank and Theretta Praslicka of Worth MuKeller, Joyce seum of SciWalters of Irvence and ing, and Bill History. The and Janis WalTin Man Band ters of Sherprovided the man. She is a evening’s engraduate of tertainment. Trinity ChrisThe grand tian Academy march was led in Addison by fellow and a 2013 SPJST Lodge graduate of the 92, Fort Worth University of members Texas at DalMichael and las where she Mary Becan. received her Rehearsal bachelor’s dedinner was gree majoring held on Friday in arts and perevening, April formance. 4 at Blue Mesa While attendGrill in Fort ing UTD, BriWorth. anne became a The couple member of Kappa Alpha Brianne with her grandparents Frank felt fortunate Theta sorority. and Theretta Praslicka who recently cel- to have their The groom ebrated their 59th wedding anniversary ceremony performed by is the son of at Lodge 92, Fort Worth. Reverend Dr. Joel and Shelia Pond of Farmersville. He is the Charles Rice who was Brianne’s grandson of Juet Pond of Ballinger. uncle and who had also performed The groom is a 2011 graduate of the Brianne’s parent’s ceremony 29 years University of Texas at Dallas where earlier. Dr. Rice passed away unexhe received his bachelor’s degree in pectedly on July 2, 2014. Brianne and her parents Bron and historical studies. The bride’s sorority sister Kelsey Teri Praslicka, her brothers Brice and Haroldson was the maid of honor. Bryton, her grandparents Frank and Bridesmaids were the bride’s cousin Theretta Praslicka, as well as her Nikki Bland, her friend Emmalyn cousins Cody, Nikki, and Nash Bland Miron, and sorority sister Julie Hart. are all members of SPJST Lodge 92, Brianne’s cousins Natalie Walters, Fort Worth. Grandmother Theretta Abbie Rice, Hannah Rice, and Chan- Praslicka serves as vice resident of dler Reed were the flower girls, and the the Ladies Circle of Lodge 92, Fort ring bearers were Austin Walters, Jack- Worth. —SPJST— son Rice, Corban and Coleman Reed.

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Lodge 79 Lodge 84, Dallas Princess Ball Corpus Christi gives to education this Saturday leadership program Dear Readers, Lodge 79, Corpus Christi celebrated a belated Fourth of July on July 20, 2014, with hot dogs and all the trimmings. The meeting was called to order by President Mark Rebecek who also led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. We had 23 members and guests present. All officers were present except Youth Leader Gerilyn Donnell. On our sick list were Laura, Marcus A., and Jacob Rebecek. Before the main meeting started, our lodge had a guest speaker, Ridge Hammons with The Hammons Education Leadership Program. He gave a presentation on his organization, which was very informative. President Mark Rebecek, VicePresident/FAC Jerry Sijansky, and Treasurer Frank Sacky presented Mr. Hammons a $500 check to his organization. The June minutes and treasurer’s reports were given and approved. There were no communications. FAC report was given by Vice President/FAC Jerry Sijansky. He stated our lodge received thank you notes from the homemaking department at the Nueces County Livestock Show. Our lodge presented them a donation earlier in the year. Jerry reminded all to attend the Corpus Christi weekend getaway. Check the Vestnik for details. There was no unfinished business. Under new business, our lodge voted to accept a transfer of Al Pena from Lodge 223, Palacios. Lodge 79 welcomes Mr. Pena. The July monthly donation will go to Wounded Warriors. Birthday for July was Virginia Rebecek on the 21st. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Virginia. Wedding anniversaries for July are Weaver and Irene Mitchell - 66 years on the 10th and Frank and Susan Sacky - 49 years on the 31st. Happy anniversary to all! Door prizes of $25 were won by Larry Elzner and Judy Majek. Next Meeting—August 17 Our next meeting will be August 17 with a catered meal of roast beef. Bring your appetite. The meeting adjourned. Virginia Rebecek, Secretary —SPJST—

This Saturday, August 16 is the Annual Princess Ball hosted by the youth of Lodge 84, Dallas. The dance is from 7 to 11 p.m. with music provided by The Moravians from Ennis. Admission is $10 per person (ages 13 and up). The kitchen will be open to provide delicious burgers, klobase, nachos, and popcorn. Also, a table of prizes will be available for the drawing after the crowning of the new king and queen. If a Lodge 84 youth has not contacted you to reserve your ticket(s), please call them at (469) 951-7356 or (214) 763-0341 - Jason Sims or Kendall Tucker or (469) 867-7897 Melinda McClellan. Please come help support the lodge and youth club and have fun, fellowship, and food with your friends! Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan Assistant Youth Leader —SPJST—

Lodge 87, Temple meets this Sunday

Lodge 87, Temple’s August mother lodge meeting has been rescheduled. The meeting will be held on Sunday, August 17 in conjunction with the spaghetti dinner. The dinner is from 1 to 4 p.m. at the lodge hall. Fraternally, Crystal Tierce, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 87, Temple appreciation dinner this Sunday

You’re invited! SPJST Lodge 87, Temple invited all members to a reunion and appreciation dinner this Sunday, August 17, 2014, at the lodge hall, located at 320 North 50th Street in Temple, Texas, from 1 to 4 p.m. A spaghetti dinner will be served. Fifty-and 75-year membership pins will be presented. Door prizes will also be awarded.

We look forward to seeing you on August 17! Please RSVP to Christine Festa (254) 541-2374 if you will attend. —SPJST—

Lodge 91 San Jacinto meets Saturday, Sept. 6

Lodge 91, San Jacinto will hold its third quarterly meeting of 2014 at CiCi’s Pizza on Saturday, September 6, 2014, at 2 p.m. CiCi’s Pizza is located on Garth Road next to Target in Baytown, Texas. See you there. Fraternally, Vonda Smesny, Secretary —SPJST—

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Music will be by a rock n’ roll dance band with DJ Alias - Wolf Man Jack along with live music. Contests will include best costume, pies/cookies, cake walk, limbo bar, twist, and hula hoop. Bring your best! Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for youth ages 10 and under. This cultural extravaganza is presented by SPJST Lodge 172, Pasadena and supported by the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce. Tickets are available at

Bryton W. Praslicka achieves Eagle Scout rank

Lodge 160 San Angelo meets August 14

Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo will hold its quarterly meeting on Thursday, August 14, 2014, at 6 p.m. The Dutch treat dinner and meeting will take place at the Ole Gin Steakhouse in Wall. We invite all members to attend this meeting. Fraternally, Sandra Jansa, President —SPJST—

Lodge 172 Pasadena 50s sock hop dance party this Saturday

Lodge 172, Pasadena will host a 50s Dance Party Sock Hop this Saturday, August 16, 2014, from 4 to 8 p.m. All ages are welcome to this family, fun, community event with great music and fun for everyone. The evening will include 50s and 60s music, silent auction, classic car show, prizes, hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream, malts, and drinks. Lodge 172 is located at 3609 Preston Avenue in Pasadena, Texas, 77504.

Congratulations to Bryton W. Praslicka, who has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout with Troop 714, part of Circle Ten Council based in Dallas Texas. He was recognized at an Eagle Court of Honor on August 9, 2014, at Bent Tree Bible Fellowship in Carrollton, Texas. We are very proud of his determination and achievement of his scouting goals. Bryton is an outstanding student at Coram Deo Academy in Flower Mound, Texas. He finished his sophomore and junior school years as summa cum laude. He was also recognized as the Distinguished Student of the Year for his academic success in math and science and for his willingness to tutor and mentor his fellow students. He will be entering his senior year at Coram Deo Academy in Flower Mound this fall, and upon graduation is planning to major in engineering at either Texas A&M University or the University of Texas Austin. Bryton, and his family are all members of SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth. —SPJST—

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Pasadena Chamber of Commerce. Call (281) 487-7871 for details. Tickets will also be available at the door on the day of the event. Tickets can be purchased online at www.pasadenachamber.org. Make plans to attend this very exiting and fun event in Pasadena. We hope to see you there! Jo Mayfield, FAC —SPJST—

Lodge 179 Warrenton meets August 14

Lodge 179, Warrenton will meet on Thursday, August 14, 2014, at Los Patrones Mexican Restaurant in Round Top, Texas. The social will start at 6:30 p.m., and the meeting starts at 7 p.m. All members are invited to attend! Ricky Weyand, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 191, Lufkin invites all to dance this Friday

SPJST Lodge 191, Lufkin 31st Anniversary Dance was a great success. There were lots of people, food, and a very good band. Linda Kaye and the Kool Katz did an outstanding job of playing music for the dance crowd. If you have not heard them play, you need to come to the September dance; they will be back again. They played very good dance music, and everyone seemed to have a good time. There was a silent auction with such things as books on CDs, a basket of homemade jellies, vegetables, and fresh tomatoes, hurricane lamps, candle holder, Texas flag stained glass, and one wife donated 10 dances with her husband, who by the way, are both excellent dancers. More than $300 was made on the auction. We still had the 50-50 drawing which goes to the scholarship fund, and dance tickets as prizes. The 50-50 drawing winner was Doyle Oliver. This is about the second time he has won, but he buys a lot of tickets. He donated his half of the $158 back to the lodge. The dance tickets to any dance but New Year’s Eve were won by Marvin McDowell and Elizabeth

Cavanaugh. Congratulations to these winners! Two SPJST $500 scholarships were given out to the recipients at the dance. They were Ashton Allen and Megan Scogin. They both appreciated these scholarships very much. It will help to further their college educations. Thanks to all who brought food for the food table. There was enough food left for the band members to take and eat on their way home. I am sure they enjoyed the left overs since they do not eat before playing. Thanks to Ruth Welch, Kathy Riley, Lois St. John, and Sarah Oliver for the festive July decorations. They did a great job! Glenn Lenderman and Friends will be playing for the August dance, so make plans now to attend. Put a note on the refrigerator, the door as you go outside, your mirror in the bathroom, or on your nose; just remember to show up at the dance. The theme for the August SPJST dance will be “Pirates of the

Caribbean,” so put on your pirate hats, a patch on one eye, your peg leg, your best pirate’s growl, and come and dance the night away. Also, if you can, please bring a potluck dish for the food table. You only have to bring one thing, and that is not like having to prepare a whole meal, and look at the variety of food you get. It is like eating at a restaurant with a buffet. Members on the “under the weather” list are Bobbie Lee Friday getting better now that she is off the ventilator. She is very weak, but she is one tough cookie. Diane McDowell had knee surgery, and she was hobbling around Friday night, but she is doing good. Kathy Riley is doing better with her stress fracture on her foot. Prayers for a speedy recovery for all of these ladies. If you are not a member of SPJST and would like to become a social member, just see one of the members at the next dance or call (936) 8752867 for more information. The dues

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are $15 per year, and you get in the dance for $6, plus the anniversary dance is free for members and social members in July each year. The way to become a regular member is to buy a life insurance certificate or an annuity. If there is anything you want to add to the newsletter, or if you know of any of our members who are ill, please email me at GeorgePat@consolidated.net or call (936) 875-2867. I will gladly put it in the next newsletter. Thanks to all of you who read the letter each month. It takes a lot of time to get it done and to mail out the ones who do not have email, but it is worth it if you enjoy reading it. The next SPJST business meeting will be August 11 at 7 p.m. at the lodge. Please come out and support the lodge because the business meeting is the backbone of running the lodge. Everyone’s input is important and welcomed. Pat Scogin, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 191, Lufkin Shares July Dance Scenes

LEFT PHOTO: Elizabeth Cavanaugh, winner of a dance ticket is pictured with George Scogin and Ashton Allen who drew the tickets. CENTER PHOTO:

Marvin McDowell, winner of a dance ticket. RIGHT PHOTO: Ashton Allen, left center, Megan Scogin, right center, and their families.

LEFT PHOTO: Linda Kaye and the Kool Katz band entertains the crowd. CENTER PHOTO: Congratulations to Megan Scogin, left, and Ashton Allen, who

both received $500 scholarships from Lodge 191, Lufkin. RIGHT PHOTO: Dick and Geraldine Pike enjoy the dance.

LEFT PHOTO: Sarah Oliver, Mary Baker, and Lois St. John are pictured at the food table. CENTER PHOTO:

Jim and JoAnn Netherland dance. RIGHT PHOTO: Jack and Dorothy Yarborough enjoy the dance.

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★ ★ Reunions ★ ★

Reunion notices are published at no charge and as a benefit to our SPJST members. First-run announcements may be edited to fit the space. Thereafter, and until the week prior to the reunion date and as space permits, notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Please include your SPJST lodge number/name, and your contact phone number. Thank you.

August 17 Descendants/friends of Paul and Mary Hoyack Mynar—at Caldwell Senior Center, Caldwell, Texas. For information, contact Elenora Mynar (979) 567-4181; or email Joyce Ferguson at jferguson52@msn.com. Submitted by Kayla Brinkman Johnson, Lodge 17, New Tabor

Written Words By d.knape

When you stumble upon something written long ago it is like starlight fallen to earth

a memento of someone who is no longer here but speaks nonetheless through their written words

you hear their voice experience their presence as if they’ve never left

the writing brings back beloved memories of the past from times forgotten and for a short time the scrap of words

bonds the people to you holds them to the earth

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and inside your heart a tear forms for you have them close again

such is the magic that lies within the beauty of written words. —SPJST—

Congratulations, State Royalty and Runners-Up

October 4 Ammannsville Schools—at KJT Hall in Ammannsville, Texas. For information, call Willie Bohuslav (512) 3471078; or email JWBohuslav@aol.com. Submitted by Joyce Bohuslav, Lodge 88, Houston

October 9 Swiss Alp-Washington Country School—at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant, Schulenburg, Texas. For information, call Carolyn Graeter Tobola (979) 247-4168; or Johnelle Graeter M. Miksch (979) 247-4436. Submitted by Carolyn M. Tobola, Lodge 8, Weimar —SPJST—

In Search of My Youth

Pictured are, left to right, second runner-up Duke Nathan Polly and King Ryan Bronikowski, both of Lodge 88, Houston in District Five; first runner-up Duke Preston Sullivan and King Pierce Tignor, both of Lodge 25, Ennis in District Three; State Duke Kade Junek and State King Nikolas Faust, both of Lodge 9, Snook in District One; State Queen Denae Bronikowski and State Duchess Cheyenne Parker, both of Lodge 88, Houston in District Five; first runner-up Queen Kacie Vanecek and Duchess Makayla Newsom, both of Lodge 48, Beyersville in District Two; and second runner-up Queen Daisy Enriquez and Duchess Aiyana Gonzalez, both of Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje in District Six. All State YAD results will be published in the Vestnik Youth Spectacular on August 27.

By d.knape

I went in search of my joyous youth, but couldn’t find it to tell the truth

Guess now the point is essentially moot, my youth is spent it went kaput! —SPJST—

Proud family members are pictured with newly crowned 2014-2015 State Royalty. Left to right are Ericka and Kohl Junek; Bernice Junek; Sydney, Lydia, Stefani, and Braxton Faust; 2014-2015 State Duke Kade Junek; State King Nikolas Faust; Robert Bronikowski; State Queen Denae Bronikowski; Doris Bronikowski; Ryan Bronikowski; Briana, Cameron, Kimberly, and Charles Woodall; State Duchess Cheyenne Parker; Kinsley Parker; Myriam Zalesky; Dorothy and Anton Fabrygel; Tyler Parker; Natalie Parker; and Garry Zalesky.

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Nestle I Phyllis Janke Lodge 9, Snook I

I Angel I Travis Anthony Ordogne Lodge 13, Dime Box

Vexy I Mira Engelke Lodge 66, Waco I

Hercules and Mom I Mike Girod Lodge 29, Taylor

Durby I Lindsey (Jones) Collins Lodge 17, New Tabor

Buddy Roy Mikeska I Joshua Mikeska Lodge 24, Cyclone

I Alli I Ashley Shoesmith Lodge 24, Cyclone

In Loving Memory of Mecko I Ingrid Petrik Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point

Dudley and Maggie I Colton Dunk Lodge 1, Fayetteville

Ginger, Wrangler and Chloe I Vonda Smesny and Malba Smesny Lodge 91, San Jacinto

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I Lexie I Kyndall and Kasen Carroll Lodge 47, Seaton

I Patches I Amya Rodriguez Lodge 24, Cyclone

I Alli I Caseton Shoesmith Lodge 24, Cyclone

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I Roscoe I Brandon Powell Lodge 17, New Tabor

Sweetie Pie I Maddie Dach Lodge 47, Seaton

Shiner I Jacob Crotty Lodge 80, Holland I

Hercules I Cristy Girod Lodge 29, Taylor

Brownie I Ingrid Petrik Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point

Lillie Lee Kaderka I Amanda Kaderka Lodge 29, Taylor

Vinny I Lacy Jones Lodge 17, New Tabor I

Pick-Up and Paco I Earl Soudelier Lodge 47, Seaton

Chelsie I Ginny Prasatik Lodge 155, Austin I

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I Helen I Keith Wockenfuss Lodge 88, Houston

Hunter I David Hejl Lodge 47, Seaton

Lillie I Hailey Girod Lodge 29, Taylor

I Malia I Elaine Zavodny Lodge 47, Seaton

Daisy and Sassy I Rileigh Kitchen Lodge 185, New Braunfels

Bucky I Chloe Rundell Lodge 17, New Tabor

Cottonball I Cherish Ellsworth Lodge 92, Fort Worth

Kratos I Seth Martinez Lodge 47, Seaton

I Blaze I Ashley Veselka Lodge 48, Beyersville

I Blue I Sharon Hohmann Lodge 160, San Angelo

I Molly B I Charlene Volcik Kirby Lodge 54, West

I Fetti I David Nauert Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy

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I Scarlett I Dylan and Luke Mehevec Lodge 29, Taylor

I Myra I Earl Soudelier Lodge 47, Seaton

I Xavier I Cameron Mohr Lodge 88, Houston

I Bella I Zoe and Lynette Talasek Lodge 47, Seaton

Sitting Bull I Johnny Vrabel Lodge 18, Elgin

Luke I Ingrid Petrik Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point I

I Sarge I with cousin Caseton Shoesmith Lodge 24, Cyclone

Jellybean and Bella I Reese Gallant Lodge 160, San Angelo

I Roxy I Elden Zavodny Lodge 47, Seaton

Roxy and Bella I Bree Gallant Lodge 160, San Angelo

Sissy, Missy, and Levi I Susan Hutton Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point

Goatie I Nolan Jansa Lodge 160, San Angelo I

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I Tucker I Jaxson Veselka Lodge 48, Beyersville

Rosco I Irene Handley Lodge 63, Sweet Home

Rosie I David Nauert Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy

I Pig Socks I Allison Wockenfuss Lodge 88, Houston

Richard I Milton Zavodny Lodge 24, Cyclone

I Layla I MaKenna Mills Lodge 47, Seaton

I Odie I Archer Bridges Lodge 97, Placedo

I Jack I Nathan Tullos Lodge 155, Austin

I Petey I Marley Shollenberger Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy

I Major Buzan I with great-uncle Jesse Pospisil Lodge 29, Taylor

Handsome I Samuel Farrell Lodge 182, Falls County

Buddy I Jake Gallant Lodge 160, San Angelo

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I Sassy I Cynthia Hutka Lodge 47, Seaton

I Piggy I Keith Wockenfuss Lodge 88, Houston

I Trouble I Nicole Pflughaupt Lodge 88, Houston

Lucky I Roy Vajdak Lodge 88, Houston

Cookie I Brandon Girod Lodge 29, Taylor

I Cassie I Kylie Rose Tullos Lodge 155, Austin

Sugar I Gene McBride Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy

I Nikki I Dorothy Mays Lodge 155, Austin

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Midnight and Sugarland I Dorothy (Jozwiak) Mieth Lodge 169, Brenham

I Pivo I William Locke Lodge 91, San Jacinto

Roxy and Tater I Julia Zavodny Lodge 47, Seaton

Whittaker I Mark Childres Lodge 196, Houston-West I

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Peepers I Samuel Rundell Lodge 17, New Tabor I

Jasmine I Hailey Girod Lodge 29, Taylor I

Bingo and Luke I Ingrid Petrik Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point I

Lola and Sport I Christopher Matula Lodge 66, Waco

Toby I Logan Jones Lodge 17, New Tabor

Nugget I Susan Hutton Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point I

Bosco I Ruby Bulanek Lodge 88, Houston

Rosie, Mitty, Molly, and Macy I David and Melanie Zavodny Nauert Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy/Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point

Squirrel Girl I Ashley Tullos Lodge 155, Austin

Leon, Wizard, Simon, and Cliff I Amy Eskew Lodge 155, Austin

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In Memoriam

In Memory of Estelle Coker

Estelle Goodnight Coker, age 87, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 27, 2014. She passed away in a Temple, Texas, hospital after lengthy health issues. She was born February 26, 1927, and lived almost her entire life in Holland. She married Melvin Goodnight on December 21, 1947. Estelle and Melvin owned and operated Holland Drug Store in Holland for many years. Melvin Estelle Coker died following a tragic accident on June 6, 1970. Estelle married J.D. (Pete) Coker on December 21, 1996. She lived in Holland, Texas, until her death. She actively served at her church, St. John Lutheran Church in Bartlett. She was also very involved and served her community in various capacities in Holland. She served her church by cochairing the bereavement committee for 20 years, was a member of the Church Alter Guild, and she was active in numerous church fundraising activities. Her community involvement included serving as an officer of the Holland Women’s Study Club where she was a member for over 50 years, charter member and director of the Mayfield-Dobbs Museum and B.J. Hill Library. She promoted businesses and development in Holland and was a cornerstone in many Holland Chamber of Commerce activities. She also served on the Holland Corn Festival Board, the Will O’Bell Nursing Home board in Bartlett, Texas, and on the Holland Cemetery Association. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 80, Holland for almost 30 years where she served as lodge reporter and was active in SPJST fundraisers. She received the State Fraternalist of the Year Award from SPJST in 2006 for her outstanding fraternal and community service. She was an officer of the American Legion auxiliary. As a 36-year breast cancer survivor, she always supported the Temple Relay for Life fundraiser. She actively worked to promote breast cancer awareness and education.

Her husband Melvin Goodnight; daughter Sharon Neuman; and her parents Julius and Dora Kourt preceded her in death. She is survived by husband J.D. (Pete) Coker; sons Larry Goodnight of Georgetown and David Goodnight of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; step-daughter Mary Davis of Cat Spring; grandchildren Shelley Goolsby of Friendswood, Ashley Goodnight of Round Rock, Kevin Goodnight of Spring, and Hannah and Noah Goodnight, both of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; step-grandchildren Roxanne Coker of Houston and Leah McDowell of Cat Springs; five great-grandchildren; and one step-greatgrandchild. Estelle loved spending time with her family, energetically serving her church and community, and gardening. Visitation was held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 29 at Goodnight Funeral Home in Bartlett. Funeral service was held at 9 a.m. Wednesday, July 30 at St. John Lutheran Church in Bartlett. Burial service immediately followed at Holland Cemetery in Holland with Pastor Joe Woodward of St. John Lutheran Church of Bartlett officiating. In lieu of customary remembrances, contributions in Estelle’s memory may be directed to St. John Lutheran Church, PO Box 70, Bartlett, Texas 76511. Arrangements were under the direction of Goodnight Funeral Home, Bartlett. Resolution Committee Barbara Taisler Barbara Voight Jewel Wolf Virginia Benner —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy

We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 17, Novy Tabor, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, BARBARA RAHNERT. A memorial service for Barbara Jean Rahnert was held at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 22, 2014, at Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home in Caldwell, Texas. A procession to the gravesite at Cald- Barbara Rahnert well Masonic Cemetery followed. Visitation was held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 21 at the funeral home. Mrs. Rahnert died Wednesday, March 19. She was born January 18, 1944, in Bryan, the daughter of William R. Odstrcil and Lydia Trcalek Odstrcil. Barbara married Rudolph (Rudy) Rahnert on September 22, 1962, and soon after moved to Houston to start and raise their family. For over 30 years, Barbara Jean fought a long, hard battle against Multiple Sclerosis. Even after the disease had taken its toll on her body, Barbara maintained a sharp mind, an indomitable spirit, and an immeasurable and contagious positive outlook on life. Her love of her husband, children, and grandchildren was immeasurable as was the strength in her Christian faith in God and Jesus. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother Samuel “Sammy” Odstrcil. Survivors include her husband of 51 years Rudy Rahnert; daughter Kim Raus and husband Johnny of Cypress; and son Paul Rahnert and daughter-inlaw Heather of Tulsa; sisters Willie Mae Groce of Caldwell and Emma Lee Kubin of Bryan; grandchildren Drew and Will Raus, and Chase and Erynn Rahnert; and many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Marc Groce, Chris Mashek, Jeff Kubin, Kent Kubin, Cory Odstrcil, and Rick Greiner. Memorials may be made to The Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, National Headquarters, Donations, 6520 North Andrews Avenue, Fort Laud-

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erdale, Florida 33309-2130; or online http://www.msfocus.org/Make-a-Donation.aspx. Arrangements were under the direction of Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home in Caldwell. May she rest in eternal peace and her memory remain with us forever. Fraternally, Susan Skrabanek Evelyn Henry Ben F. Trcalek, Jr. —SPJST—

Resolution of Sympathy

We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 17, Novy Tabor, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, ANNIE HEJL. Funeral service for Annie (Mucha) Hejl, 99, of Snook, Texas, were held Sunday, June 8, 2014, at 2 p.m. at Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home Chapel in CaldAnnie Hejl well with Reverend Rudy Junek officiating. Burial was in New Tabor Cemetery. Visitation was held Saturday evening, June 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Mrs. Hejl died peacefully on Thursday, June 5 at her residence. She was born April 24, 1915, in the New Tabor Community, the daughter of Jon and Julia (Macat) Mucha. She married Henry Hejl, Jr. on April 3, 1934, in Caldwell. Born to this union were children Monroe, Daniel, Joyce, Shirley, and Betty. For the first 20 years of Annie and Henry’s marriage, they were farmers on the home place. Later in life, Mrs. Hejl worked then retired from Texas A&M Agriculture Extension Service. She enjoyed various hobbies - baking, cooking, canning, gardening vegetables and flowers, reading her Bible, and spending time with friends and family. She loved being a homemaker and would always feed anyone who visited her home. She was very devoted to serving her Lord and Savior through various activities whether teaching conformation classes at Snook Brethren Church or providing meals for funerals or by being a charter member of Hope Evangelical Free

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Church in College Station where she was affectionately known as the “Prayer Warrior.” Annie was an active member of her church until her passing. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor. Mrs. Hejl was preceded in death by her parents; husband of nearly 63 years Henry Hejl, Jr.; son Daniel Hejl; daughter Shirley Horton; grandson Jeffrey Hejl; granddaughter Karen Chitwood; brothers Joe, John, and Willie Mucha; sisters Julia Kerns, Tracy Hejl, and Georgia Kortis; and daughter-in-law Audrey Hejl. She is survived by her loving family including son Monroe Hejl of Snook; daughters Joyce Walker and husband Bill of Cohutta, Georgia, and Betty Fields and husband Frank of College Station; 10 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; 14 great-greatgrandchildren; and by daughter-in-law Gladys Hejl of New Tabor. Pallbearers were Cameron Peters, Caleb Peters, Cody Farquer, B.J. Hejl, James Hejl, and Clem Kortis. Arrangements were under the direction of Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home in Caldwell. May she rest in eternal peace and her memory remain with us forever. Fraternally, Susan Skrabanek Evelyn Henry Ben F. Trcalek, Jr. —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy

We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 17, Novy Tabor, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, ROSIELEE KLUGE. Funeral service for Rosielee Joyce (Maresh) Kluge, 77, of Caldwell, Texas, was held Wednesday, June 11, 2014, at 2 p.m. at Elizabeth Lutheran Church, Caldwell with Pastor Richard Brunk, Jr. and Reverend Rick Mitchell officiat- Rosielee Kluge ing. Burial followed in Elizabeth Lutheran Cemetery in Caldwell. Visitation was held Tuesday, June 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home in

Caldwell. Mrs. Kluge died peacefully on Saturday, June 7 in Bryan. She was born February 8, 1937, in Caldwell, the daughter of Joe and Mary (Cepcar) Maresh. She graduated from Caldwell High School in 1955 and attended John’s School of Nursing in 1956. She worked as a nurse for more than 50 years at Goodnight Memorial Hospital and Beverly Enterprise, both in Caldwell. She retired to take care of her ailing mother. She was a 4-H leader for more than 40 years and was a member of Elizabeth Lutheran Church and SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor. She enjoyed gardening, canning, and spending time with family and friends. While working at Goodnight Memorial Hospital as his father’s nurse, she met the love of her life — Arthur Kluge. They married on December 22, 1961, at Elizabeth Lutheran Church in Caldwell, and together they raised four boys and four girls. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor. Mrs. Kluge was preceded in death by her parents; son Vernon Kluge; and son-in-law Dale Heaton. Survivors include loving husband of 52 years Arthur Edward Kluge of Caldwell; sons Jerry Gage, Jr. and wife Paula of Stephenville, Milton Kluge and wife Mary, and Ernest Kluge and wife Reyna, all of Caldwell; daughters Teresa Heaton, Nancy Luna and husband Pascual, both of Caldwell, Kayla Bishop and fiancée Phillip Simpson of Round Rock, and Yutta Vess and husband Daniel of Lyons; sisters Gladys Penicka of Bryan and Mary Ann Morille and husband Tony of Houston; and brother Joe Willie Maresh of Caldwell; 19 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives; and a host of friends. Serving as pallbearers were Terry Bishop, Justin Heaton, Dustin Vess, Brandon Kluge, Shawn Kluge, and Christopher Luna. Honorary pallbearers were D.J. Heaton, Herbert Dudley, James Bohanan, Jerry Kocurek, Alton Mahan, and Robert Mahan. Funeral arrangements were with Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home in Caldwell. May she rest in eternal peace and her memory remain with us forever. Fraternally, Susan Skrabanek Evelyn Henry Ben F. Trcalek, Jr. —SPJST—

Resolution of Sympathy

We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 17, Novy Tabor, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, MARY CHARANZA. High mass of Christian burial for Mary Annie (Jankowiak) Charanza, age 95, of Caldwell formerly of Dickinson, Texas, took place Saturday, June 28, 2014, at 9 a.m. at Queen of the Angels Catholic Church in Dickinson with Father Geraldo Zendejas officiating. Graveside Mary Charanza service was held at 5 p.m,. on Saturday, June 28 at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Caldwell. Visitation was held from 3 to 4:30 p.m. also on Saturday at Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home in Caldwell. Mrs. Charanza died Thursday, June 19 in Caldwell. She was born January 26, 1919, in Dime Box, the daughter of Martin Jankowiak and Amelie “Mollie” (Blinka) Jankowiak. She was baptized at St. Joseph’s parish in Dime Box. She married Louis Charanza on June 7, 1939, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Frenstat, and to this union were born children Milton and Dorothy. They were married for 50 years until Louis’ passing. She loved being a homemaker and caring for her family whether spending time with them or making homemade noodles and kolaches; she was an amazing lady, family members said. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Louis Charanza; son Milton Charanza; brothers John, Joe, and Louis Jankowiak; and sister Mollie Jankowiak Charanza. Mary is survived by daughter Dorothy Adamek and husband Joe; daughter-in-law Geraldine Lindeman and husband Raymond; sister Martha Matus; grandchildren Angela Burlin and husband Rick, Steven Charanza and wife Carmen, Joseph “Jody” Adamek, III and wife Elesha, Michael Adamek and wife Jennifer, and DeAnn McGraw and husband Chris; great-grandchildren Justin Burlin, Matthew, Casandra and Colt Charanza, Krista, Elizabeth, Aubrey,

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Aldin, and Austin Adamek, Jonathan and Larissa Eversole, Lacy Trawhon, and Leaven McGraw; great-greatgrandchildren Brayden Charanza, Clara Jackson, and Jackson Stevenson; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Serving as pallbearers were Jonathan Eversole, Colt Charanza, Justin Burlin, Aldin Adamek, Austin Adamek, and Leaven McGraw. Honorary pallbearers were Braydon Charanza and Jackson Stevenson. Funeral arrangements were with Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home, Caldwell. May she rest in eternal peace and her memory remain with us forever. Fraternally, Susan Skrabanek Evelyn Henry Ben F. Trcalek, Jr. —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy

We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 17, Novy Tabor, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, KAREN ANN WATSON. Funeral service for Karen Ann Watson, age 56, of Bryan, Texas, was held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 1, 2014, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in North Zulch, Texas, with Pastor Randall J. Smith officiating. Karen Watson Interment was in Bethlehem Lutheran Church Cemetery in North Zulch. Visitation was Monday, June 30 at Madisonville Funeral Home, Madisonville. Karen went to with be the Lord on Thursday, June 26 in Bryan. She was born on August 23, 1957, in Houston. She is the daughter of J.P. and Gladys Watson of North Zulch. She was baptized on November 30, 1957, in Caldwell by the Reverend H.E. Beseda, Sr. at the Caldwell Brethren Church. A lifelong member of the Lutheran Church, she attended Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Houston. After moving to Bryan, she became a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in North Zulch. Karen graduated from Aldine Senior High School in Houston in 1975.

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She attended business school, studying in bookkeeping and data processing. She went on to work for Aldine School District and later, Damson Oil in Houston. Leaving Houston, she came to live in Bryan, where she spent the rest of her life. Family was a very important part of her life. Karen enjoyed spending time with family at reunions, birthdays, and other gatherings. Children were very special to her and, whether spending time with her nephew and nieces Cody, Kaci, and Brandi, or her greatniece Addison, she truly treasured her time being with them. Other special children in Karen’s life were Cole and Chloe of Bryan. She loved fishing! She could spend hours fishing even if she didn’t get a bite. She also loved to talk, and she never met a stranger. Those who knew her knew Karen enjoyed her country music and liked singing karaoke especially “Blue Moon Over Kentucky.” Karen was a great friend to those who knew her and would do anything to help those who needed it. She will be terribly missed by all of us. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor. Karen was preceded in death by maternal grandparents John T. and Stasie Sefcik; and paternal grandparents Tola and Virlena Watson. She is survived by parents J.P. and Gladys A. (Sefcik) Watson of North Zulch; brother John Watson and fiancée Diane Morgan of Spring; sister Debbie Watson and husband Greg Majors of Conroe; nephew Cody Watson of College Station; and nieces Kaci Watson of Spring and Brandi and husband Jason Cassidy of Montgomery; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins; and a host of friends and loved ones. Serving as pallbearers were Steven Houdek, Blaine Houdek, Dan Sefcik, Jarrod Welch, Darwin Witte, Blake Nufer, Terry Akers, and Leonard Marcella. Honorary pallbearers were Byron Sefcik, Douglas Franks, Carl Cooper, and Marvin Allison. Karen’s family requests that any memorials be made to Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 5058 Church Lane, North Zulch, Texas 77872. Arrangements were under the direction of Madisonville Funeral Home. May she rest in eternal peace and her memory remain with us forever. Fraternally, Susan Skrabanek Evelyn Henry Ben F. Trcalek, Jr. —SPJST—

SPJST Youth

Section

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

This section is dedicated to the youth of SPJST. As part of its membership benefits, SPJST offers a statewide youth program. If you or someone you know is interested in learning about opportunities offered to young members of SPJST, please contact your local lodge, District Youth Counselor, State Youth Director at (800) 727-7578, or visit www.spjst.org.

Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club reports on August meeting

The August 3, 2014, meeting of SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club was called to order at 2 p.m. by Youth Club President Aaron Kaderka. Colten Voigt led the Pledge of Allegiance and the SPJST Youth Club Motto. Secretary Kelsey Moore read the register. There were 15 members, two guests, and 10 adults in attendance. Also, District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and wife Linda were guests at the meeting. The minutes were read and approved. Assistant Treasurer Hailey Girod read the treasurer’s report. Our youth leader, Cristy Girod, talked about State YAD and summer camp. She congratulated the following for their awards at State YAD:

Thank you! Member birthdays this month are Bailey Sumner and Ayden Bean.

Next Meeting—September 7 Our next youth meeting will be Sunday, September 7 at 2 p.m. Brandon Girod Assistant Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club shares activities Junior of the Year Award

Yesterday was State YAD. I won a plaque for having the most merit points as a junior in the state. I am very proud. Also, I can’t wait to go to Corpus Christi for the getaway. I look forward to seeing my friends. Camp was fun, too. I can’t wait to go again next year! Brandon Girod, age 12 •••

Tiger Butter Takes First

When I was at State YAD, I won first place for my candy. I made Tiger Butter, and it tasted really good. I got a medal and $20! It was so fun at State YAD. I really like watching the talent. Hailey Girod, age 10 •••

April appreciates Mrs. Pauline

First Time on the Blob

At camp, I had so much fun on my first time on the blob. I did the zip line and went tubing on the lake. The pool was fun, too. I want to go back again next year! Kylee Halbrook, age 10 •••

Cooper Farm Fun Times

Brandon Girod – Junior of the Year Top Junior in Merit Points Hailey Girod – 1st in Foods Kaitlyn Whatley – 3rd in Foods Cody Voigt – 2nd in Needlework Christian Moore – 3rd in Hobby Kits

Congratulations! Everyone that went to camp had a great time. Corpus Christi is this week – those going will have one night paid per family for active members. This year, we decided to not participate in the sand castle contest. After the meeting is adjourned, we’re going swimming at Murphy Park pool in Taylor. Raul Gonzales with Fajitas on Wheels donated chips, cookies, waters, and sodas for us.

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We went to Cooper Farm for summer camp and had a blast! I was an LIT, too. Tubing was the best part of it all. The high ropes (I did all of them) were fun. Aaron Kaderka, age 14 Vestnik Contributor April Dvorak, left, of Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club is pictured with Mrs. Pauline Novy, senior vice president of the VFW in Ennis. April says, “I just want to thank Mrs. Pauline for reading all of my letters and for being one of the sweetest ladies I know.” Pauline is also a member of Lodge 25, Ennis.

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First Time at District YAD

This year was my first time at District Two YAD. I ran for royalty as the duchess for Kelsey Moore. I also entered craft categories. It was fun. Amanda Kaderka, 8 •••

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Youth Club Fun Times

Cash Awards at State YAD

We had fun at District YAD. I got to see Cody win the title of District Two Duke. I saw my little sister run for duchess, too. Today, I get to go swimming with my youth club after our meeting. Joseph Kaderka, 16

I went to State YAD and danced beseda and earned $25. I also got $5 for entering special category. Camp at Cooper Farm was a good time with friends and some of the LITs. Kara Kaderka, age 11

Lake, Pool Time at Camp

Throwing Marshmallows

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When we went to camp, we went to the lake. Then we went to the pool. We ate breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We had fun! Bailey Sumner, age 9 •••

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I had fun at camp. It was fun swimming in the deep side of the pool. I had fun throwing marshmallows at our District Two Director. Emily Sumner, age 8

Love Being a Member of Lodge 29, Taylor

I went to District Two Camp at Cooper Farm and enjoyed blobbing and Santa’s Workshop. I also went to YAD and enjoyed participating in royalty as a duke for my brother, Christian Moore. I also enjoyed getting first place for my pillow in the sewing category. I love being a member of SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor. Colten Voigt, age 8 —SPJST—

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Lodge 30, Taiton youth enjoys State YAD

Dear Vestnik Readers, I just got back from attending State YAD in Temple. I had a great time. My group placed second in junior group talent to “Surfin’ USA.” We had a blast doing it. Our lodge also placed second in scrapbook. I want to thank everyone for putting together a great State YAD for the youth of all the SPJST members. Great job! Bethany Baker —SPJST—

Scenes from Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club Membership Drive, Swim Party Submitted by Cristy Girod, Youth Leader

On August 3, 2014, Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club held its membership drive and swim party. We met outside the pool for our meeting. Then, we went in-

side the pool area to enjoy the pool and snacks. We all had a great time. The adults had a nice time visiting and the kids weren’t ready to leave!

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Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club Shares Summertime Activities Submitted by Joyce Kraatz, Youth Leader

LEFT PHOTO: Dancing the beseda at the Temple Daily Telegram Pioneer Days held June 21 at the Cultural Activities Center in Temple. CENTER PHOTO: Our District Two royalty contestants: king Brady Alexander with duke Seth Martinez and king Hunter Bartek with duke Kasen Carroll. RIGHT PHOTO: First place District Two Junior Group Talent - “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” dance. Performers are Bailey

Krcha, Emma Regan, Jordan Krcha, Dannikka Bartek, and Kyndall Carroll. They won third place at State YAD. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: First place District Two Senior Group Talent - “Abbott and Costello” dramatic. They are Justin Kraatz, left, and Hunter Bartek. They did a great job at State YAD. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Some of our youth and LITs at District Two Camp. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Camp chaperones.

TOP PHOTOS: Scenes from our membership drive that we hosted on July 27 at Summer Fun Waterpark in Belton. We all had a great time! BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Welcome to our membership drive! BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Our scrapbook earned the first place award at State

YAD! How exciting! Awesome job! BELOW CENTER PHOTO: 2013 State Queen Julia Zavodny of Lodge 47, Seaton delivers her farewell speech at State YAD. Congratulations to Queen Julia and Duchess Emma Regan for an outstanding job representing SPJST.

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Lodge 30, Taiton youth reports on State YAD

District Five Camp: An Angelic Time!

Dear Vestnik Readers, I attended State YAD in Temple on Saturday August 2, 2014. I placed third in my pictorial arts, second in special category, and our youth club placed second in junior group talent and in our scrapbook. I can't wait to go next year and see all my friends. Sincerely, Brittany Baker —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Leader shares activities

Dear Věstník Readers, We have had a very busy summer. District Two swim party was June 20, 2014, at Walker Pool in Temple. The District Two Beseda Dancers performed at Pioneer Day at the CAC. The Belton Fourth of July parade: the State Royalty court rode in the Corvettes. Queen Julia looked so beautiful. I personally rode on the float this year. A big thanks to Melanie and David for all they do. Our SPJST Float received a trophy for “Best Float.” Then afterwards, everyone went to Clem Mikeska’s for lunch. I had a great time. Thanks! July 12 was District Two YAD at Lodge 29, Taylor. We had a lot of winners from the youth club. Both junior and senior group talent, scrapbook, poster are going to State YAD. We had a lot of first, second, and third place winners. I am so proud of all of you; you are all winners to us. July 18 was the Seaton Annual Cookoff. Jerry Pechal ran the hamburger sales for us, since the youth were all at SPJST camp. A big thanks to all who helped Jerry - Ruth Hanusch, Ann Bostick, Edward Mares, Elden Zavodny, and David Pechal. We appreciate it. I heard the burgers were very good, and they stayed busy the whole night. July 18 to 21—SPJST District Two camp was held at Cooper Farm. We had a lot of activities that kept us on the run from going on the bus to the lake for tubing, playing in the water, and shaving cream fights. Back at the camp, there was swimming, “the blob,” archery, BB guns, games, ca-

noeing, flag folding, making snowballs, enjoying ice cream floats per District Two Director Jesse, at the high ropes course “the swing,” zip-line, climbing wall then there was dancing, the grand march, and great food. Thanks to John and Lisa Hoelscher and staff, Patsy, Cristy, and Amber, all the chaperones, and the great LITs. It was definitely a great camp with a lot of fun, and the theme was Christmas in July. On July 27, we had a very successful membership drive at Summer Fun in Belton. We had 19 or 20 potential children and their parents come out to see what SPJST is all about and what we do. And some came to the lodge meeting on August 3. We want to say a big thanks to Angelina, Ginger, and Ron Ringwald for the donation of arm bands they donated for admission into the park. August 2 was State YAD at the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center. Some of our members danced the beseda, representing District Two. The kids did special category. Our junior group talent included Dannikka Bartek, Kyndall Carroll, Emma Regan, and Jordan and Bailey Krcha. They placed third with their dance “Girls Just Want to Have Fun.” Senior group talent was Justin Kraatz and Hunter Bartek with their skit “Who’s on First?” by Abbott and Costello. Julia Zavodny won first place with her “Shopaholic” skit. Brady Alexander was the Top Teen in the State merit

District Five Camp Chaperone Dorothy Pflughaupt enjoyed camping at SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm from July 14 to 17, 2014, with her granddaughters Nicole, Aubrey, and Kara Pflughaupt. They dressed as angels for the “Christmas in July” party at camp. They are all members of Lodge 88, Houston.

point winner. In foods, we had two first place winners - Tyson Bilbrey and Chase Alexander; in handicrafts, Dannikka Bartek placed second, Chase Alexander won first place, and Brady Alexander got second; hobby kits Tyson Bilbrey won second place, and Colton Regan got third place; needlework - Brady Alexander got first place; photography - Brady Alexander won first place; science and education - Hunter Bartek got third place, and Brandon Hoelscher won first place; sewing - Chase Alexander got third place; scrapbook - we won first place; poster - we won second place. Congratulations to all who participated. The last monthly meeting was held on August 3 at 1 p.m. President Julia Zavodny called the meeting to order. Dannikka Bartek led us in the Pledge of Allegiance and club motto. We had 17 members present and six visitors Taylor Krcha, Hope Moore, Noah Reilly, and Jordan Martinson, and Izzy, and 20 adults. Old business included parade, YAD, camp, cookoff, membership drive, and State YAD. We had each member stand up and tell what they did at YAD, and if they placed. Julia spoke about her year as State Queen. She said it was the “best year of her life,” and she wouldn’t trade a minute of it. I read a letter from Melanie Zavodny thanking us for our help with the car show on May 3 at Star Hall, for the food, and for hosting the event. It

was a wonderful day, and I hope we can do it again next year. We talked about the Corpus Christi getaway which will be August 8 to August 10. If you participate in the sand sculpture contest, the youth club will pay for one night at the hotel. After the meeting, we talked about what we’ll build this year in the sand. At this time, we scheduled a trip to McLane’s Children’s Hospital to present them a check for $250, and I suggested we take crayons, coloring books, markers, and books. We have selected August 15 at 6 p.m. If the date changes, Amber will send out an email. On August 30, District Two Beseda dancers will perform at Westfest. The next meeting will be on September 7 at 1 p.m. at the lodge hall. September 20 will be our annual fundraiser, the Outdoor Extravaganza. David Pechal spoke to us about selling tickets, bringing desserts, and selling ads. Watch the Věstník for more details. September 21 will be District Two Fun Fall Day at Lodge 18, Elgin. Registration starts at 1 p.m. There will be games and the Christmas ornament contest. Please bring dessert for the cake walk, groceries for the spinning wheels, and silent auction item. We decided to have the October meeting in conjunction with the District Two outing at Austin Park and Play, which will be on October 4. Watch for more details to come for time and directions to the facility. District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky spoke to us about the lockin which will be on December 12 at Wilson Recreation Center in Temple. Members having birthday this month are August 4 - Michelle Porubsky; August 6 - former youth club member Brooke Hoelscher; August 13 - Morgan Porubsky, Tyson Bilbrey, and Assistant Sharla Pechal, Brad Kraatz, Joyce Skrabanek, and Ruth Hanusch; August 18 - Hunter Bartek; and August 23 - Chase Alexander. Happy birthday to all! I suggested we start collecting blankets, gloves, and stocking caps to present to the fire station or to Churches Touching Lives through Christ. Fraternally, Joyce Kraatz Youth Leader —SPJST—

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Lodge 47, Seaton youth share activities

This was my first time going to summer camp. I had a lot of fun. We had shaving cream fights and went swimming at the lake. I shot my first BB gun. Tyson Bilbrey •••

Camp Fun, Lake Fun

Camp was fun, and the lake was fun. Seth Martinez •••

Ready for Camp 2015

I went to camp for the first time, and I had a lot of fun. I really enjoyed the blob. I cannot wait till next year. Kal-El Martinez •••

$40 at State YAD

I really had fun at State YAD yesterday. I got $40 and then my best friend got to spend the night with me! Emma Regan •••

Third Place at State YAD

This weekend, I went to State YAD for my hobby kits and placed third in state. Colton Regan •••

State YAD Fun

I really enjoyed YAD. I got over $40! Plus, I got to be with my best friends I made in SPJST . . . aka Emma. Dannikka Bartek •••

Performing at State YAD

Yesterday was State YAD, and I had a blast! All of the talents were great! I also performed with a few of my friends from SPJST. While we performed, I had so much fun, and we placed third. Even though we didn’t win first, it was so reserving to experience it! Jordan Krcha —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club reports on August meeting

Dear Readers, At the August Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club meeting, we had talked about the membership drive that we had this past weekend. Many of the people we had invited were in attendance at the meeting. In other news, we talked about State YAD. Many of our members participated and placed. One of the most prominent topics was the upcoming Corpus Christi getaway. Everyone is super excited. Fraternally, Brady Alexander —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club reports on membership drive

Dear Readers, Last week, Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club had its membership drive at Summer Fun water park where we had many visitors show up. We also had a lot of fun at Summer Fun where we went down the Hipster Slide and the tube slides. This Sunday, we had our meeting and talked about our sand sculpture contest where we look to win our fifth annual win. Sincerely, Chase Alexander —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton youth participates at State YAD

I had a great time at State YAD. Hunter Bartek and I performed in senior group talent. We didn’t place, but still had fun. We had our monthly meeting on August 3.

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I can’t wait to go to Corpus Christi on the 7th. I hope to see y’all there! Justin Kraatz —SPJST—

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TCHCC sets October 17-18 Heritage Festival and Muziky

Dear Friends, We are excited to announce that plans for the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center’s annual Heritage Festival and Muziky have been finalized. We had a great Festival last year and look forward to this one being even better. This year’s Heritage Fest and Muziky will be held during Czech Heritage Month on October 17 and 18, 2014. It will begin on Friday evening with Octoberfest on the Deck with live music, and vendors will be open. Saturday will be a full grounds festival with live music all day in the Biergarten, demonstrations throughout the day, antique farm equipment show, arts and crafts, vendors, children’s activities, Czech Village and museum tours, hay rides, and more. We will conclude the Fest on Saturday evening with the annual Muziky, Muziky performance at the Amphitheater. The theme for this year will be a continuation of 2013’s popular performance, The Legends of Polka Music Series. One of Texas’ top polka band for three decades, The Hi-Topper’s Orchestra, will be recreated. Please save the date, and watch the Vestnik for more information and an advertisement coming soon. Retta Chandler TCHCC President/ Chairman of the Board Mark Hermes TCHCC Manager/ Fest Chairman —SPJST—

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Can you speak Czech? Wish you could? An informal understanding of the

basic Czech terms needed for travel, speaking, singing, researching genealogy, and just for fun will be offered at the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange, Texas. Classes will include the alphabet and conversational Czech, enjoy children’s liter-

ature, and examine the Czech song lyrics so prevalent in this area. Some classes will be continuations. All classes are geared to those taking the class for the first time so that everyone can join in. Classes will be every second Sun-

Czech Cultural Calendar

Wednesday Evenings Czech Language Class (extemporaneous)—at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home, No. 1, Taylor, 500 East Lake Drive, Taylor, 6 to approximately, 8 p.m. Informal gathering for the purpose of listening to Czech, and reading and speaking Czech. August 24 Penelope Parish Hall Polka Mass— Mass at 11 a.m.; dinner at 12 noon.; dance from 1 to 5 p.m. Music by Czech and Then Some. For details and dinner/dance cost, call Dorothy (254) 533-2309. Submitted by Dorothy Machac, Lodge 6, Cottonwood.

September 12 13th Annual San Antonio Czech Gala—at St. Luke’s Catholic Church Parish Hall, San Antonio, Texas from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.: prize drawing; silent auction. Czech food; Chris Rybak. Ticket cost - $30/person or $60/couple. Event benefits the statewide TCHCC, La Grange. Watch for ad in an upcoming Vestnik. For information, call (210) 410-8840. Submitted by Alice Vida.

September 16 - November 11 Tuesday Evenings Conversational Czech Classes (Advanced)—at Blinn College in Schulenburg and Sealy, Texas via interactive video conference: class will read articles from Texas Czech newspapers and the internet in Czech covering many topics of Texas Czech history, culture, Moravian dialects, and music. Instructor is Thadious Polasek of SPJST Lodge 67, Schulenburg. Preregistration is required; call (979) 7435237.

September 17 - November 12 Wednesday Evenings Conversational Czech Classes (Intermediate)—at Blinn College in Schulenburg and Sealy, Texas via interactive video conference: class will include discussion on how the names of Texas Czech communities reflect Czech history. Instructor is Thadious Polasek of SPJST Lodge 67, Schulenburg. Pre-registration is required; call (979) 743-5237. September 18 - November 13 Thursday Evenings Conversational Czech Classes (Beginning)—at Blinn College in Schulenburg and Sealy, Texas via interactive video conference: starts with the alphabet and progress through the Czech grammar with a focus on vocabulary development. Instructor is Thadious Polasek of SPJST Lodge 67, Schulenburg. Pre-registration is required; call (979) 743-5237.

September 20, 21 Moravian Day Festival—at Lithuanian World Center, 4911 East 127th Street, Lemont, Illinois: two-day festival focuses on the spirit, beauty, and talents of the Czech, Slovak, and Moravian regions and includes Czech brass band Lanžhotčanka from Moravia, spectacular prize drawings, authentic food, pastries, wine from Moravia, traditional food and bakery, imported Czech beer, arts/crafts from the Czech and Slovak Republics. For cost/tickets/sponsorships, visit http://unitedmoraviansocieties.org October 17 - 18 TCHCC Heritage Fest—at the Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange, Texas: music, craft vendors,

antique farm equipment/car show, museum/village tours, Muziky, Muziky performance. For information, call (888) 785-4500; email info@czechtexas.org; or visit www.czechtexas.org.

October 26 Bexar County CHS Festival—at San Antonio KC Hall, 5721 Rigsby. Admission is free. Festival opens at 11:30 a.m.: Czech food and kolaches; silent auction; cultural display; 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.-Chris Rybak; genealogy resources. Call for information (210) 649-2702. Submitted by Alice Vida.

Through October 31 TCHCC Museum Exhibit: Early Texas Schools—at the Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange, Texas. For information, call (888) 785-4500; email info@czechtexas.org; or visit www.czechtexas.org.

December 6 TCHCC Christmas Open House—at the Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange, Texas: museum activities, gift shop, vintage decorated Czech village tours. For information, call (888) 785-4500; email info@czechtexas.org; or visit www.czechtexas.org.

December 6 TCHCC Gala—at the Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange, Texas: museum activities, gift shop, vintage decorated Czech village tours. For information, call (888) 785-4500; email info@czechtexas.org; or visit www.czechtexas.org. —SPJST—

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day of the month from 1 to 4 p.m. The fee is only $10 per person per class and includes handouts. The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC) is located at 250 West Fairgrounds Road on US Highway 77 just north of Bypass 71 in La Grange at the Fayette County Fair Grounds. Call or email to verify classes. Preregistration is suggested but not required. Call toll free (888) 785-4500 or (979) 968-9399) or email info@czechtexas.org. —SPJST—

Polkabeat buys Texas Polka News

Polkabeat Inc. has purchased the Texas Polka News. The transaction was completed on July 26, 2014, and the first issue under the new publisher, Theresa Cernoch Parker, is expected in September. The newspaper was started 26 years ago by musician and polka promoter Julius Tupa of Houston as a way to provide dance enthusiasts with a monthly schedule of events and the latest news of the Texas music scene. When Julius Tupa passed away in 2002, his friend John Rivard became the editor of the newspaper with Tupa’s wife Marie at the publishing helm. The monthly newspaper has grown to have almost 2,000 readers, not only in Texas, but across the country. “I am happy to announce the sale of the paper and see Julius’ legacy live on,” said Marie Tupa. “I can’t thank John enough for his dedication and friendship over the years. And I can’t think of a more fitting person to take the publication to the next level than Theresa. She grew up around polka and continues to promote the music, bands, and dance halls through her website.” Cernoch Parker founded polkabeat.com in 2010 to honor the memory of another polka lover, her father Willie Cernoch, originally from Dubina, Texas. The website provides monthly listings of dances and festivals, as well as news, photos, and videos from events. The site also has a Polka On! store featuring polka apparel, accessories, gifts and CDs/DVDs. More than 1,200 subscribers receive a weekly e-newsletter featuring the weekend lineup of events in Texas.

SPJST Lodge 88, Houston member Theresa Cernoch Parker, left, and Marie Tupa celebrate the sale of the Texas Polka News with a toast of Shiner Beer and kolaches.

“I know Julius and my dad are looking down on us with a smile. The two of them were good friends who thought polka was the best music genre ever. The Tupas and John have provided a wonderful service to Texas music fans over the years and I am honored to be given the opportunity to continue in their footsteps,” Cernoch Parker said. Cernoch Parker is also pleased to announce that Gary E. McKee of Fayetteville, Texas, will serve as editor of the paper. “Gary’s photojournalism and writing skills have been crucial to the success of polkabeat.com. I look forward to working with him as we help readers of Texas Polka News polka on.” For more information on subscribing to or advertising in the Texas Polka News, email theresa@polkabeat.com or click on the TPN link at polkabeat.com.

About the Publisher Theresa Cernoch Parker is a member of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston. She is a third-generation Texan and native Houstonian born to a German mom from Weimar, Texas, and a Czech/Irish dad from Dubina, Texas. She grew up within walking distance of the Czech fraternal SPJST Lodge 88, Houston in the Heights area and

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remembers going to dances with her parents at the lodge hall and Bill Mraz Ballroom. Theresa has a degree in journalism from the University of Houston and began her writing career in the newspaper industry at the Herald-Coaster in Rosenberg, Texas. She founded polkabeat.com in 2010 to promote Texas polka music and heritage and honor the memory of her dad, Willie “Bill” Cernoch, a passionate polka promoter. Theresa collaborated with legendary Texas bandleader Jimmy Brosch in 2011 to write the book Jimmy Brosch Remembers Twenty Legendary Texas Czech Polka Bands available in the Polka On! Store at polkabeat.com.

About the Editor Gary E. McKee, a native of Schulenburg, Texas, was raised with different music styles in his ears, a camera in his hand and a love of the written word. Polkabeat.com fans have enjoyed his photo documentation of polka dances, festivals, and church picnics and articles on polka people for the past three years. In addition to his polka works, Gary has had images published in a national print magazine, shown in a gallery on Austin’s Congress Avenue and fea-

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tured in many diverse publications. He also has researched, written and made presentations on many aspects of Fayette County and Texas history, lending his expertise to several historical published works including The Search for L’Aimable, Archaeological Testing and Survey for the Texas Navy Vessel Invincible, Historic Native Peoples of Texas and The Fayette County Men of the Dawson and Meir Expeditions. Gary is currently researching and writing a book on Louis Aury, the first governor of Mexican Texas. Gary, a United States Navy veteran, is an active member of the Texas Archeological Society and the Fayette County Historical Commission for which he performs public relations through booths at trade fairs public speaking. —SPJST—

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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment

Post your lodge’s upcoming SPJST fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is Wednesday at 5 p.m., unless otherwise posted. Send updates directly to: VESTNIK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX to: (254) 773-8087. Email to: melaniez@vvm.com. Advertising rates are $2 per column inch for lodge ads; $4 per column inch for non-profit organization ads; and $6 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at (800) 727-7578 or email melaniez@vvm.com.

LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Hall Rental Information: (979) 966-3795. Lodge Meetings: First Monday of even-numbered months February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the lodge hall. Potluck served after meeting. Youth Club Meetings: First Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall.

LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, at 3 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room, 107 East Park Street, Hallettsville. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room. LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA (3) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. at PointBank Community Center, 739 East Liberty Street, Pilot Point. For directions/meeting information, contact Brian Heitzman (940) 686-4429; or Dean Carender (903) 564-7359.

LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Friday, August 15—Social night Friday, August 29—SPJST Lodge 6 Potato Peel Party for Westfest Monday, September 1—SPJST Lodge 6 clean up party for Westfest Friday, September 5—Social night Friday, September 19—Social night

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) 799-8550; Hall Phone: (254) 227-8759. 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, 6:30 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) 884-3211. 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, August 23—Pure Country Band, country western/mix music, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $8/person

Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a facility. Hall Rental non-smoking Information/Country/Western Band Bookings: David Meyer (512) 217-0162; 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) 9852393. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Thursday, August 14—Lodge meeting, 7 p.m. Saturday, August 16—Rental Friday, August 22—Dining room rental Saturday, August 23—Rental Saturday, August 30—Rental

Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay on Hwy 287 East until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and go under the overpass at Interstate 45. Go approx. 3/4 mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (972) 875-8381; Hall Phone: (972) 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) Wednesday, August 6—Live music by the Sam and Bobby Band, 7 to 10 p.m. at Taylor SPJST Hall. Free admission. Friday, August 8—Live dance music by Sterling Country 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday beginning at 6p.m. Wednesday, August 13—SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor members will hold their monthly meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m.; covered dish meal will be served following the meeting. Friday, August 15—Live dance music by Night Skies featuring A.P. Patschke and Jess DeMaine 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Parent of Thrall 4-H/FFA make oldfashioned hamburgers beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, August 20—Live music by the Sam and Bobby Band, 7 to 10 p.m. at Taylor SPJST Hall. Admission is free. Friday, August 22—Live dance music by 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. Friday, August 29—Live dance music by The Lucky Dogs, 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 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, 2 p.m. at the hall. For youth club info, call Youth Leader Cristy Girod (512) 468-1347. Music: All Wednesday and Friday night dances have free admission. Second and fourth Wednesday of the month/music by Bobby Jay Five Band; Fridays, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Old-fashioned hamburgers served 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) 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: Gene Pavelka (254) 749-3326; Hall Phone: (254) 8639320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Sales Agent: James (Dude) Mann (254) 715-0275.

LODGE 38, KOVAR (1) Lodge Hall: 278 Zimmerhanzel Road, Flatonia. Hall Rental Information: (512) 237-9099/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) 2183527; FAC Ronnie Roesler (979) 406-0158.

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.

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LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca, Texas LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy. 53, Temple. Directions: Seaton Star Hall is five miles east of Temple on Highway 53 (Adams Avenue). Star Hall is a nonsmoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Danny Stepan (254) 760-7819; Hall Phone: (254) 985-2548. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: From Taylor, take the South Loop. Turn right on FM 112. Go about 1/2 mile. Turn right on FM 619. Go about three miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (512) 450-8310. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.; except for the following months, the meeting time will be at 6:30 p.m. on May 12, June 9, July 14, and August 11 at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 2 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; the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. at St. Joseph Hall, 303 South Harrison 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 lodge’s monthly meeting minutes that appear in the Věstník. 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, 2 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 Phone: (254) 657-2485. Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 4 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m at Youth Leader Connie Horak’s home; call (254) 541-9165 for address. 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 Highway 36, Needville. Directions: Lodge building is located at the corner of Highway 36 and FM 361. 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. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Bradley Stavinoha (979) 739-2386.

LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From IH-35 East in Dallas, take IH-20 East. From IH20 East, take the IH-45 exit toward downtown Dallas. IH-45 runs into Hwy 75. From Hwy 75, take a right at

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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: (469) 951-7396. Hall Phone: (214) 823-0072. Band Bookings: Cherri Petr (214) 352-4397. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall

LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north onto 50th Street; go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Lucas Davidson (254) 4055168. 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, August 16—Accent Band, big band. *Dress Code. $15 per person Friday, August 29—Good, Bad, and Ugly, country western. $15 per person Saturday, August 30—No dance Saturday, September 6—The Moonglow Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $15 per person Saturday, September 13—River Road Boys, polka/variety. $10 per person Saturday, September 20—Red Ravens, polka/variety. $10 per person

All dances are held from 8 to 11:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. For reservations, call (713) 869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Beer, set-ups, soda, and ice sold at bar. Please do not bring from outside. *Dress Code dances: evening attire for ladies and gentlemen. Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Highway 290—Take Mangum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall Rental Information: Lodge Hall: (713) 869-5767; or visit www.lodge88.org. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday, 7 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 p.m. Regular games start at 7:30 p.m. License No. 17407503501.

LODGE 91, SAN JACINTO (5) Lodge Meetings: quarterly meetings—TBA in the Věstník. Contact Secretary Vonda Smesny (713) 870-7114.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From Interstate 35 West in Fort Worth, take Interstate 30 West to the Henderson exit. Take Henderson North, and it becomes Jacksboro Highway (TX199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cutoff which is a right off of Jacksboro Highway. The lodge also known as National Hall is on the right about 3/4 block down the road. (A Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner.) Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone (817) 624-1361. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Family Nights - first and third Tuesdays. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band plays every first Sunday. Dressy casual. Listen to KNON 89.3 FM on Sunday at 2 p.m. for up-to-date announcements. Tune in to KAAM 770 AM for some easy listening music. Visit www.nationalhallspjst92.org.

LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Friday in March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Diana Redd (361) 649-4388 for meeting location.

LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West three miles to FM 1303; turn right and go two miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: (830) 393-7796. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 117, ROBSTOWN (7) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of March, June, September, and December, 1:30 p.m. at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard, Corpus Christi

LODGE 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date/time/location, call Secretary Stanley (Martha) Vrla (214) 826-2670/email mvrla@sbcglobal.net; or Sales Agent John Vrla (214) 906-3385/email jvrla@cebridge.net.

LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio.

LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Hall: 2622 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy. 287 East exit. Stay Hwy. 287 on until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and under the overpass at IH-45. Then go approximately 1 3/4 miles on Hwy. 34. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Larry Valek (214) 794-7674. Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Please Note: Lodge meetings are now held on the second Tuesday of each month at 11 a.m. at The Smith Group Building, 1718 Main Street, Danbury, Texas. For information, call (979) 922-1279; or (979) 922-1553.

Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 11 a.m. at The Smith Group Building, 1718 Main Street, Danbury. For information, call (979) 9221279; or (979) 922-1553. 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 IH20 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) 2375181. 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; cjkristinek@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: First 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 Mobius Coffeehouse and Pizza Connection, 1120 South Market Street in Brenham. Meal, social, and meeting from 6 to 8 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) 9936878; Hall Phone: (713) 487-3297. Country/western dances are held on the first Saturday of each month, 7 to 11 p.m., except when noted. Variety dances are held on the fourth Saturday of each month, 7 to 10 p.m., except when noted. Beer, soft drinks, and ice are available at the bar. (Do not bring them inside the hall.) Regular Lodge/Covered Dish Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, meal at 1 p.m. followed by meeting at 2 p.m. with the exception of November and December, as noted. Lodge Executive Board Meetings/Trustee Meetings and Workdays: First Monday of each month, (unless the first Monday is a holiday) at 2 p.m. Dances: Held the first Saturday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Variety Dances: Fourth Saturday of the month, unless noted.

LODGE 177, ACADEMY (2) Lodge Hall: 711 Rio Poco, Little River. Directions: Hall is on the south side of Academy, just off Hwy 95, on the right. Hall Rental Information: (254) 9824530. Hall Phone: (254) 982-4434. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall; Trustees meet at 4:30 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; or Jim Dinaso (281) 836-3649/email jimdinaso@gmail.com. Youth Club Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at Conroe Public Library

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 IH20 East exit and proceed on IH-20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North and stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Take a right on Mayfield; go down and take a left on Pleasant Valley Lane. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: (817) 465-8538; (214) 876-9029. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Last Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Hall: FM 532 West, Moulton. Directions: From Texas 95 in Moulton, take FM 532 West four miles. Lodge hall is located on the right. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 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) 6258262 for meeting date/time/location.

LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy. 36, Caldwell. Directions: Lodge building is just off Hwy. 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: (979) 567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month,

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6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Social games: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002.

LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Hall Rental Information: (512) 255-1554; (512) 771-4948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall followed by a covered dish meal. Board Meeting: 2 p.m.; entertainment, 2:30 p.m.

LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at (unless otherwise noted) C&J Barbecue, 1010 South Texas Avenue in Bryan.

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) 7272048 for meeting location.

LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Call for meeting location Secretary Tammy Copeland (325) 320-4089. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Deborah Stevens (325) 660-1421 for meeting date/time/location.

LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT (2) Lodge Meetings: First Monday of each month at SPJST Home Office, 520 North Main Street, Temple. Meal at 6 p.m. followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m. For information, contact President James L. Lee, III (254) 289-6816. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Trish Konkler for meeting date/time/location (254) 780-9012.

LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 4 p.m. at Alumni Student Center, conference rooms A and B, Texas Lutheran Campus, Seguin. —SPJST—

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