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Celebrating Czech Heritage Month!
Volume 103 Number 40
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October 7, 2015
Texas Czechs: Rooted in Tradition exhibit in Temple
The multi-media exhibit Texas Czechs: Rooted in Tradition just finished a highly successful three-month showing at the Institute of Texan Cultures in San Antonio. The Family Day produced in conjunction was attended by more than 600 people and featured members of the Central Texas Accordion Association, food and language activities, and the opportunity for children and adults to try on and be photographed in kroj pieces brought by Sharon Mena.
The exhibit is now on display at the Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center (CHMGC) in Temple through January 9, 2016. It was produced by the nonprofit organization PolkaWorks and co-curated by Texas Czechs Lori Najvar and SPJST member Dawn Orsak of Lodge 187, Round Rock. Texas Czechs: Rooted in Tradition highlights dance, food, music, language, and other cultural traditions on
Continued on Page 29.
Singing Czech Songs
The Lodge 88, Houston Choral Group performs at the Slavic Heritage Festival on Sunday, September 27 in Houston. More pictures on page 16. In celebration of Czech Heritage Month, the Vestnik presents several fun activities. Czech prizes will be awarded to some lucky participants at the end of October. See the back page of this week’s Vestnik.
Czech this out!
The multi-media exhibit Texas Czechs: Rooted in Tradition is currently on display at the Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center in Temple. The Museum is located at 119 West French Avenue in Temple.
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Important Dates ...................................3 Readers Write ......................................3 District News........................................4 Lodge Section......................................6 In Memoriam ......................................20 Death Claims......................................20
Inside Th is Week’s Vestnik
Youth Section ....................................21 Vestnik Project ..................................22 Czech Culture ....................................27 Advertisements ............................27-29 Lodge Calendar .................................30 Czech Heritage Month Activity.........32
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Lodge 29 Taylor presents barbecue cookoff winners
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Lodge 47 Seaton hosts Outdoor Extravaganza
Pages 18-19
Lodge 219 El Paso members enjoy swim party
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Editor’s Note
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SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 Mobile: 254-534-2902 • Home: 254-985-0007 email: vanicek@spjst.com VICE PRESIDENT CLIFTON COUFAL Office: 254-773-1575 Mobile: 254-931-5231 email: cliftonc@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 76705-5330 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 email: blackbayer39@hotmail.com FRATERNAL FIELD MANAGERS DISTRICTS ONE/TWO/THREE Philip (Phil) McBee, FICF, CFFM Mobile: 325-647-1949 • Fax: 325-784-7448 email: philipmcbee@aol.com DISTRICTS FOUR/SEVEN Bobby Davis, FICF, CFFM Mobile: 325-450-3748 • Fax: 325-657-2003 email: bgdsr2428@aol.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 - sharonrussell28@yahoo.com District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Road, Burlington, Texas 76519-3108 - 254-985-2396 patsyk2011@yahoo.com District Three - Kay Weeks, 4203 Treehaven Ct, Arlington, Texas 76016 • 817-896-5277 - kgweeks@att.net District Four - Pam Lehmann, PO Box 637, Tahoka, Texas 79373-0637 - 806-561-5105 - plehmann@poka.com District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023-6510 - 713-649-6138 - district5dyc@aol.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El Campo, Texas 77437 - 979-543-7120 lisa_bubela@yahoo.com District Seven - Theresa Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive New Braunfels, Texas 78130 - 830-625-8262 theresa.haag686@gmail.com
BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Richard Ford, 2392 CR 424, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - 979-884-1451 - dimebox5@aol.com District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Texas 78615 - 512-365-2000 - 512-848-2416/cell 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 - bjtep@verizon.net District Five - Mildred Holeman, 4001 North Shepherd, Suite 112, Houston, Texas 77018 - 713-683-0018 - 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 bvhouse@att.net FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Thomas Cannon, P.O. Box 372, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - 979-567-4264 - jtcannon60@hotmail.com District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Highway 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - 254-985-2282 Edwin_Pechal@yahoo.com District Three - Michael Galler, 526 Karen, Waco, Texas 76706 - 254-662-4934 - mgaller@brazoselectric.com District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM Highway 765, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - 325-651-8550 - hdweise@zipnet.us District Five - Marceil Malak, 7444 Meiners Road, Ledbetter, Texas 78946-5118 - 979-249-5940 malaktax@gmail.com District Six - Glenn Kaminsky, 902 River Oaks Court, East Bernard, Texas 77435 - 979-335-4461 gkamink@live.com District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Texas 78130-3438 - 830-625-8262 39roha@gmail.com
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 - Charles Bucek, P.O. Box 147, East Bernard, Texas 77435 - 979-335-4118 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 Cannon, 141 Meadow Park Drive, Georgetown, Texas 78626 - 512-948-5339 - tcannon4715@yahoo.com 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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very special thanks to those who continue to check on me and ask about my healing progress. It’s been more than nine months since the accident. The prayers, concern, and caring thoughts have given me strength to get well. Some days are almost normal - the new normal, that is, as I don’t know if my life will ever be the same. And, some days I still feel like I was hit by a bus - or, I guess, a truck towing a cargo trailer. It has been a challenging year. Last week, David and I experienced a complete role reversal. He had knee surgery for an injury that just wouldn’t go away since the accident. So I was the one taking care of him and doing everything for him - just like he did for me for several months after the accident. Big kudos to all caregivers out there! Not an easy task. Earlier in the year while I was recovering at home, Communication Specialist Katherine Morris added my photo to my office chair (see above). I hadn’t removed the picture yet just in case I had to be out again. Well, it’s coming down now because I’m so ready for life to be normal again! Having said that, the challenges that David and I face and our quest for a “normal” life once again . . . that’s so simple compared to what many others deal with. It still amazes me that one split second is all it takes to totally change your life. But, it is the reality. We must appreciate not only each day that is given to us - but each moment. Live the moment and cherish the day—and I always re-
member someone else is struggling way more than I am who needs my thoughts and prayers. My life could be much worse. This too shall pass.
Vestnik Archive Now Available All available Vestniks from 1912 through now can be viewed and searched by visiting www.spjst.org. Special thanks to Texas Czech Genealogical Society volunteers for scanning these Vestniks and to the University of North Texas Portal to Texas History where the issues are stored.
Way to go, Lodge 47, Seaton! What a great event Lodge 47, Seaton hosted on Saturday, September 19! The hall was overflowing with many supporters for the annual Outdoor Extravaganza fundraiser. Hats off to Lodge 47 members - a great team of hard-working, dedicated members. We appreciate you. No October 21 Vestnik No Vestnik will be printed on October 21. We publish 50 issues per year, and this is one of the weeks that we will not print an issue. Please plan accordingly. The next Vestniks are October 14 (deadline is October 7) and October 28 (deadline is October 21).
Job Posting Next week’s Vestnik will include a job posting for a customer service representative in the Supreme Lodge Vice President’s department. The posting can also be viewed on our website at www.spjst.org. —SPJST—
VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the third week of October 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
October October 8
October 8 October 11 October 11 October 12 October 16 October 16 Oct. 16 - 17
October 17
October 18
Oct. 20-22
October 21 October 24 October 25
October 31 October 31
October 31
Nov. 1 Nov. 3 Nov. 8
Czech Heritage Month in Texas SPJST Float • Austin County Fair Parade Bellville (1) Lodge 32, Victoria Czech Meal/Meeting (6) Heritage Day at the State Fair of Texas, Dallas (3) Lodge 88, Houston Czech Day (5) Columbus Day National Boss’s Day Lodge 191, Lufkin Halloween Dance (5) District Five Lock-In SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm Lodge 1, Fayetteville/Lickskillet Barbecue Cookoff Baseball Field Fundraiser (1) District One Fall Fun Day/Meeting Lodge 186, Caldwell SPJST Supreme Lodge Meeting SPJST Home Office, Temple No Vestnik Published Make a Difference Day District Three Fall Meeting/Fun Day Lodge 6, Cottonwood Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club Halloween Dance (3) Lodge 48, Beyersville Progressive 42 Domino Tournament (2) Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Make a Difference Day SPJST Home Office, Temple (2) Daylight Saving Time Ends Election Day District Seven Fall Meeting/Fun Day Lodge 107, Floresville
~ IMPORTANT NOTICE ~ No Vestnik will be published October 21.
For SPJST updates, find us on Facebook. www.facebook.com/spjst
SPJST INTEREST RATES . . . 08/01/2015 - 10/31/2015 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 4.75% 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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Readers Write
Lodge 133 San Antonio member shares Czech update
Dear Sister Melanie, I am still teaching English in firms, schools, and private lesson here in South Moravia. My teaching in companies like Agrotec and Moss Logistics is with adults who need English in their daily work as dispatchers. I use the Vestnik in my classes for reading and learning about the Texas Czechs. Well, one of my students, Dagmar Micakova, told me about being in Austin, Texas, to visit some relatives and their names are Vicky Cooper and Patrica Hale. They are related through a great-grandfather Zabcik of Zabcikville, Texas. Dagmar brought photos of when she visited Texas some years back. A small world that we live in. I have had this happen many times being here in the Czech Republic. One time at our annual Sokol picnic we had guests from other Sokol groups, and they were relatives of the Milan family of Fort Worth. It was a good time for us to speak about Texas and the Milan family. My cousins in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, were visiting with some guests at The National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library, and they mentioned my name . . . one of the guests is one of my former student and told them that was why his English was as good as it is. Our babí léto is not as warm as it should be. The forecast was a warmer fall, but so far it hasn’t been what they promised. My best regards to all in Texas! Nazdar, John A. Kuba Podivin, Cz Lodge 133, San Antonio —SPJST—
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Members invite all to Heritage Day at State Fair this Sunday
Big Tex is ready for the Texas Cultural Partnership Heritage Day 2015 at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas! Sunday, October 11, 2015 Starting at 10 a.m. at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas and the African American Museum.
Special events will happen all day such as Czech Orchestra, Czech Children Dancers, Czech Beseda Dancers, Sokol Gymnastics, and much more including ethnic performances from the Norwegians, Irish, Germans, Italians, and many more. Come enjoy food in the museum, singing, dancing, music, and performances inside and outside. But don’t forget to stop by Big Tex as he welcomes you to the big State Fair of Texas and to visit all the exhibits, rides, and games on the Midway. Hope to see you there this Sunday at Heritage Day! Fraternally, James Macik, President Lodge 66, Waco Bob Podhrasky Vice President Lodge 130, Dallas Lynda Novak Second Vice President Lodge 84, Dallas Evelyn Cechan, Secretary Lodge 84, Dallas Ray Lenart, Treasurer —SPJST—
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From the Districts
District Three adults invited to enter Christmas Cookie Contest
Attention: District Three Adults! Last year was our first year to have a Christmas cookie contest at the District Three Fall Meeting. We had such a good turnout that I thought we should try it again this year at the meeting/fall fun day on Sunday, October 25 at Lodge 6, Cottonwood. So please make a plate of your favorite Christmas cookies (13 cookies, please). We will
then auction off the cookies and donate proceeds to the Johnnie Krizan Memorial Scholarship Fund. We look forward to lots of festive entries! Vicki Sims District Three Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—
District Three Fall Meeting Agenda
Sunday, October 25, 2015 • SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood Complimentary Pastries, Juice, Milk, and Coffee provided by Lodge 6, Cottonwood
10 a.m. Registration for Youth and Adult Christmas Ornament and Halloween Contests 10 to 11 a.m. Meeting Registration and Meal Ticket Purchase
Call to Order........................................................President Brother Selby Holder Pledge of Allegiance..............Flag Bearer/District Three Duke Preston Sullivan Youth Motto ....................Flag Bearer/District Three Duchess Quinlan Dobecka Welcome ..........................................Lodge 6 President Brother Milton Peterson Response and Recognition of Visitors.....First Vice President Sister Lesli Milan Approval of Minutes/Correspondence ...........Secretary Sister Patricia Dieterich Treasurer’s Report..............................................Treasurer Sister Mary Steinman Home Office Report.......Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska Introduction of 2015 Royalty..............................President Brother Selby Holder Lunch Prayer .......................................District Three Queen Melinda McClellan and District Three King Pierce Tignor 12 noon—Lunch Break Menu: Fried Chicken Donation of six canned goods per person entitles member to a free meal; otherwise cost is $7 per plate. No expired canned goods, please.
12:45 p.m.—Meeting Reconvenes Old Business New Business Announcement of Number of Members.............................................Host Lodge in Attendance and Number of Canned Goods Presentation.........................................................Treasurer Sister Mary Steinman Youth Report/Contest Winners........................................DYC Sister Kay Weeks Coming Events Spring Meeting—April 24, 2016 at Lodge 154, Fort Worth *District Youth Achievement Day—June 26, 2016 - no host *Fall Meeting—October 23, 2016 - no host *Spring Meeting—April 23, 2017 *District Youth Achievement Day—June 25, 2017 *Fall Meeting—October 22, 2017 *Host lodge is needed for upcoming events. Please contact President Selby Holder or District Director John Engelke if interested.
Each lodge is asked to make a donation of two $25 gift cards or gift baskets. Adjournment of Fall Meeting 2015 —SPJST—
District Seven Family Fun Day set for November 8 at Lodge 107, Floresville
Lodge 107, Floresville will host the District Seven Family Fun Day on Sunday, November 8, 2015, at the SPJST Lodge 107 Hall, 1156 FM 1303, Floresville, Texas. Registration for contests and door prizes is from 10 to 10:30 a.m. followed by a brief business meeting. Lodge 107 will provide a complimentary brunch and soft drinks throughout the day. Each lodge is asked to bring its lodge banner for display.
The following contests will be held for members and non-members:
Donations Lodges are asked to bring a gift ($20 value) for the prize drawing to benefit the district and a door prize ($10 value). Or, lodges may prefer to mail a $30 check payable to District Seven Treasurer Sandra Hoggard, 14 Dallari Ct., San Antonio, Texas 78216. Deadline to send check is October 30. Lodges will be recognized at the fall fun day for their donations. Members are encouraged to bring items for the silent auction to benefit the District Seven Camp Fund for crafts and snacks. The district youth will also have a prize drawing. The district is collecting old eyeglasses and cases and aluminum can tabs. These items may be brought to the district meeting.
• Kolaches (ages 16 and over) Kolaches must consist of only one type of filling: cream cheese, fruit, or poppy seed. No purchased fillings. Recipe for dough and filling must be submitted. Place 13 kolaches on a disposable plate. Kolaches will be donated to the silent auction. Needlework (ages 16 and over) Entry must be made entirely by hand and must be made by the person entering. Needlework includes embroidery, crochet, knitting, needlepoint, and cross-stitch, and must be made during the past year.
Lunch A sausage plate lunch will be served for $4. To order plates, members are asked to notify their lodge secretary by October 30.
Contests • Christmas Ornament (youth members)
• Bunco
• Uno Tournament
• Dominoes (ages 16 and over)
• Horseshoes (ages 16 and over)
• Cakes (ages 16 and over) Cakes must be made from scratch and on a disposable plate. Recipe must be submitted. Cakes will be donated to the silent auction.
Your attendance and support will be appreciated. Fraternally, Bettie House District Seven Secretary —SPJST—
District Seven Fall Meeting Agenda
Sunday, November 8, 2015 • SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville 1156 FM 1303 • Floresville, Texas 10 to 10:30 a.m. Registration for Contests and Door Prizes Complimentary refreshments provided by Lodge 107, Floresville
10:30 to 11:15 a.m. District Meeting...................................................District President James House Posting of Colors/Pledge of Allegiance..........................................District Youth Welcome...........................................................Lodge 107 President Glen Pruski Roll Call of Officers and Lodges ........................District Secretary Bettie House Brief Reports ...............................Supreme Lodge Vice President Clifton Coufal District Director ...................................................................................Bob Bayer State Fraternal Activities Coordinator ..............................................Frank Horak State Youth Director ......................................................................Lynette Talasek Fraternal Field Manager ...................................................................Bobby Davis Introduce District Royalty......................District Youth Counselor Theresa Haag
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Announcements Spring Meeting Host—Lodge 202, Jourdanton
11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dominoes, Bunco 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. Sausage Lunch - $4
1 to 2:45 p.m. Horseshoes, Uno Tournaments
3 p.m. Contest Winners Announced Split-the-Pot, Silent Auction, District Youth Prize Drawing Adjourn.
Door prizes will be given throughout the day.
Please refer to the article in the Vestnik noting ordering of plates, contests, etc. Fraternally, Bettie House District Seven Secretary —SPJST—
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District Five Plans October 16-17 Event at SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm
Dear District Five Members/Guests, We have booked SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm for a fun event on Saturday, October 17 through Sunday October 18, 2015. We are to meet at the ENC on Saturday, October 17 at 10:30 a.m. for check-in. We have several things planned for the day and evening as well as the following day. We are asking that you please let us know if you and your family plan to attend so we can purchase the food and advise ENC Director John Hoelscher of how many cabins may be needed. This is open to any member of District Five. You are not required to stay the night; however, it is available if you choose. Remember that if you stay the night, you will need to bring all of your bedding, sleep clothes, etc. just as you do for camp, and no open toe shoes are al-
lowed at the ENC. Remember that we need a head count whether you are attending or not. Please don’t assume that we will know one way or the other if you do not respond. You may email DYC Barbara Linney-Gonzales at district5dyc@aol.com or Assistant DYC Michelle Wockenfuss at michellesfarm@aol.com to RSVP. It is imperative that you RSVP. The address to the ENC is 2001 Waldeck Road in Ledbetter. More information is on page 25. I hope to see many of you there and look forward to new faces as well! Fraternally, Michelle Wockenfuss District Five Assistant Youth Counselor —SPJST—
Scenes from District Two Fall Meeting and Family Fun Day Part 2 Sunday, September 13, 2015 • Lodge 47, Seaton
LEFT PHOTO: District Two Fraternal Field Manager Philip McBee addresses the membership. PHOTO 2: Members listen during the meeting. PHOTO 3: Registering attendees are, left to right, Lynette Talasek (47),
Sharla Pechal (47), and Tammy Pechal (47). RIGHT PHOTO: Helping with registration are, left to right, Sharon Kaderka (29), Angelina Ringwald (47), and Zoe Talasek (47).
LEFT PHOTO: Ronnie Rieger (29), left, and Lee Hanusch (47). CENTER PHOTO: Left to right are Michael Galler (66), Edwin Vasicek (47), and David Pechal (47). RIGHT PHOTO: District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky, not pictured, introduces the 2015-2016 SPJST State Royalty
who are from District Two. They are State Queen Kacie Vanecek (48), State Duchess Makayla Newsom (48), State Duke Seth Martinez (47), and State King Brady Alexander (47). RIGHT PHOTO: Members look forward to winning a cake as they participate in the cake walk.
LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are Dorothy Mikeska (200), Charlie Herendon (246), Melanie Zavodny (246), and David Nauert (200). PHOTO 2 : Ginger Ringwald (47), left, and Tammy Martinez (47), assist at the country store
booth. PHOTO 3: Visiting are, left to right, Carol Wolf (80) and Hazel and Ed Horak (80). RIGHT PHOTO: Enjoying the fall fun day are, left to right, David Pechal (47), Leonard Kaderka (29), and Lee Hanusch (47).
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Lodge 1 Fayetteville invites all to barbecue cookoff
The Fayetteville Lickskillet SPJST Barbecue Cookoff benefitting the SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville Ball Field will be Saturday, October 17, 2015, at SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville Hall. Categories are beef brisket, chicken, pork ribs, and pinto beans. Check-in is Friday, October 16 between 6 and 8 p.m. and Saturday, October 17 until 10 a.m. Judging time is 12 noon for beans; 1 p.m. for chicken; 2 p.m. for pork ribs; and 3 p.m. for beef brisket. Entry fee is $70 for three meats and $15 each for beans.
Rules 1. The categories to be judged are beef brisket, pork ribs, chicken, and pinto beans. 2. Entries must be received by October 17, 2015.
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3. Pre-seasoned meat will be allowed. Pinto beans can be pre-soaked, but not pre-cooked. 4. Sauces may be used during cooking, but should not be put in or on containers to be turned in for judging. Tin foil will be provided to be turned in for judging. 5. A 20-foot by 20-foot area will be available for each team. Only cooking facilities and one vehicle per team will be allowed in the cooking area. Contestants must supply all needed equipment and supplies. 6. A team will consist of a chief cook and up to four assistant cooks. The chief cook will be responsible for the conduct of his/her team and guests. 7. The chief cook will be responsible for keeping his/her area clean during cooking and before leaving. 8. Excessive use of alcoholic beverages, fighting, or any misconduct by any team member will be grounds for disqualification. 9. The SPJST Youth Club will not be responsible for theft or damages to equipment. 10. Fires must be of wood or wood substance. No gas or electric grills will
be used except for cooking beans. No open fires - all fires must be contained. Holes/dug pits are not permitted. 11. Decisions of committee and judges are final. 12. Committee reserves the right to make any additional rules as situations warrant. 13. No firearms allowed! 14. Turn in: one-half chicken; five pork ribs; five slices brisket. 15. Trophies will be awarded in each category for first, second, and third; grand overall; and reserve overall.
To register, mail your team name, chief cook’s name, assistant cooks’ names along with your entry fee to Melinda Zajicek, 1501 East State Highway 71, La Grange, Texas 78945. Please make check payable to SPJST Lodge 1 Youth Club. State which categories you wish to enter (beef, pork ribs, chicken, beans). For questions, please call or text Melinda at 979-820-8793. Submitted by, Ronnie Pflughaupt Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 6 Cottonwood grandparents honored with meal
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giance and SPJST motto. A moment of silence was observed for the deceased of the lodge. Sister Georgie Soukup reported 22 members present. Sister Barbara Hykel read the minutes from the last meeting. Sister Evelyn Stuckly gave her FAC report. She stated that this is Czech Heritage Month in Texas. Sister Peggy Dobecka gave the treasurer’s and youth club reports. The youth sold kolaches at Westfest. They will make Christmas ornaments for the next district meeting. A sympathy card was sent to Janice and Larry Joe Hromadka. Brother Don Urbanovsky reported on Westfest. The lodge wishes to thank everyone who worked in any way for Westfest. Thank you to the Home Office for everyone who came to the lodge to peel potatoes. It made it easier with everyone’s help. The progressive door prize winners were both absent. September birthdays were Joe Dvorsky, Dorothy Dvorsky, and Robert Seith. Attendance door prize winners were Joe Dvorsky, Al Soukup, and Kim Seith.
Important Dates Dates to remember: October 4 Lodge 6 meeting; October 16 - social and trustee meeting; and October 25 District Three Fall Meeting. Dorothy Kucera, Reporter —SPJST—
SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood Youth Club honored grandparents with a noon meal on Sunday, September 13, 2015. President Milton Peterson called the meeting to order at 2 p.m. The youth led the Pledge of Alle-
Lodge 6, Cottonwood Honors Birthday Celebrants; Grandparents
LEFT PHOTO: Happy birthday to, left to right, Robert Seith, Dorothy Dvorsky, and Joe Dvorsky, all of Lodge 6, Cottonwood. They were recognized at Lodge 6’s meeting on September 13, 2015. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 6 Youth Club members recite the Pledge of Allegiance and motto.
The youth club is under the direction of Youth Leader Peggy Dobecka. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 6 Youth Club serves a delicious meal in honor of Grandparents Day at the September 13 meeting. —Submitted by Dorothy Kucera, Reporter
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Lodge 18, Elgin adults, youth to meet October 20
Hear Ye, Hear Ye, One and All: Celebrate Your Heritage in October!
Attention: We will hold youth club meetings with the adult meetings until further notice. A fun meeting is planned for October. We will have a short meeting then plan to play bingo and have a light meal. We hope to have some of our members and anyone - adult or youth - to come and learn more about what Elgin SPJST is all about. Bill and Lorri McCrary have joined our team. Let’s make them feel welcome. Come and join us October 20 at 7 p.m. It’s time to get reacquainted. Think like a man of action; Act like a man of thought. Irene Vrabel, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard meets this Sunday
Dear Members, A reminder that the October meeting of Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard will be held this Sunday, the 11th, at 12 noon in the Community Room of East Bernard Branch Library, 746 Clubside Drive. There will be a special fare for the fraternal hour luncheon. To the faithful: See you this Sunday at the meeting, plan to attend, and this writer remains . . . Ze bratrským pozdravů, Joseph D. Nezval, FIC Vice President —SPJST—
Lodge 30, Taiton reports on July meeting
Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 30, Taiton held its regular monthly meeting on July 8, 2015, at Taiton Community Center. President Yvonne Marcaurele called the meeting to order. Members present recited the Pledge of Allegiance led by Linda
The City of Temple issued two proclamations for the month of October during the October 1, 2015, City Council meeting. SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek accepted the Czech Heritage Month Proclamation “on behalf of more than 42,000 SPJST members representing nearly 100 lodges across the state of Texas.” In his presentation, President Vanicek acknowledged that, “Czechs are proud of their colorful heritage and culture. It provides us with a sense of identity that comes from sharing a common bond.” Acknowledging to the assembly that October 24 is United Nations Day, President Vanicek added, “Each and every one of us has the right to be proud of his or her heritage . . . Let’s celebrate together!” Also receiving recognition was the Governor Samuel Mathews Chapter of the National Society of Colonial Dames XVII Century for their observance of Colonial Heritage Month. Pictured from left are Sandy Boyd, Sylvia Marrs, and Welba Dorsey, chairman of the Governor Samuel Matthews Chapter.
Supak, and a moment of silence was observed for any sick or departed members. Secretary Wanda Dorotik called the roll of officers and members. She then read the minutes for the June meeting. Treasurer Lisa Bubela gave her report on the financial standing of our lodge. Lisa reported that there were no outstanding bills at this time. FAC Tommy Drapela reminded the members of the upcoming events around the state. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela reported on the comings and goings of our youth program. She reminded the members that District Six Youth Achievement Day will be July 19 at Taiton Community Center. District Six camp will be July 23 to 26 at Cooper Farm. Director Karen Kaspar reported on her recent activities. The upcoming District Six YAD was then discussed. Wanda, Debbie, and Marjorie have volunteered to work in the kitchen. The menu was decided on, and we will serve chopped barbecue beef on a bun or chicken salad sandwich with chips. All members were asked to assist with setting up at 9 a.m. Registration begins at 11 a.m.
We then discussed the upcoming annual Grandparent’s Day social as well as our District Six Fall Fun Day which will occur on September 13. We will meet at St. John’s Parish Hall that day. A menu was discussed and decided upon for both the breakfast and the district lunch. Happy birthday was wished to Brad Krpec. May he enjoy many more in the future. Our next meeting will be August 16 at Taiton Community Center. The adult meeting will begin at 10 a.m., and the youth club meeting will follow. After the meeting, the district youth will leave for Splashway for a district fun day. The meeting was adjourned by President Yvonne Marcaurele. Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer, Reporter —SPJST—
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Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 30, Taiton held its regular monthly meeting on August 16, 2015, at Taiton Community Center. President Yvonne Marcaurele called the meeting to order. Members present recited the Pledge of Allegiance, and a moment of silence was observed for any sick or departed members. Secretary Wanda Dorotik called the roll of officers and members. She then read the minutes for the July meeting. Treasurer Lisa Bubela gave her report on the financial standing of our lodge. Lisa reported that there were no outstanding bills at this time. FAC Tommy Drapela reminded the members of the upcoming events around the state. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela reported on the comings and goings of our youth program. She and the youth members present gave a report on district camp and State YAD. She also thanked all who helped with district YAD, camp, and State YAD. Director Karen Kaspar reported on her recent activities around the district. She congratulated the members on their hard work and performance at YAD. Debbie Krpec gave a report on the End of Summer Getaway in Corpus Christi. She said fun was had by all, and that she felt this had been the best one of them all. She also reminded members that next year would be the 10th annual trip. We then discussed the upcoming annual Grandparents Day social as well as our District Six Fall Fun Day which will occur on September 13. We will meet at St. John’s Parish Hall that day. A menu was finalized for both the breakfast and the district meeting lunch. Happy birthday was wished to Simone Riha, Tommy Drapela, Kirby Lange, and Wendy Korenek. May they enjoy many more in the future. Our next meeting will on September 12 at St. John’s Parish Hall. The adult meeting will begin at 5 p.m., and the youth club meeting will follow. After the meeting, the members will decorate the hall for the Grandparent’s Day social and District Six Fall Fun Day the following day. The meeting was adjourned by President Yvonne Marcaurele. Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer, Reporter —SPJST—
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15th Annual SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Barbecue Cookoff
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Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26, 2015 • SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor
The 15th Annual SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Barbecue Cookoff was held on Saturday, September 26, 2015. There were 81 cooking teams competing from a variety of cities in the state. The Third Annual Taylor City Barbecue Championship Award was presented to Cassie Leschber from the cooking team of Love, Peace, BBQ for receiving the most points earned in brisket, ribs, and chicken and competing in the Taylor Rodeo Association Barbecue Cookoff, the International Barbecue Cookoff hosted by Circleville Store, and the Taylor SPJST Barbecue Cookoff. With this award, she won a free entry to cook at each of these three barbecue cookoffs in 2016. The Second Annual Taylor Barbecue Legend Award was given out. This award was given to Vincel Mareš. (Jim Downs accepted the award for Vincel Mareš who was unable to be present.) This award is for someone who has been influential in the barbecue community in the Taylor area. Master Cook 1st - Love, Peace, BBQ Cassie Leschber 2nd - Patin Construction #1 Brian Fisher 3rd - Bubba Dick’s BBQ Cepak-Tallas Best Rig Czexicans Terry Skrhak
Brisket 1st - Bubba Dick’s BBQ Cepak-Tallas 2nd - Love, Peace, BBQ Cassie Leschber 3rd - Country Boys Danny Filla 4th - Stokin It Up James Stokes 5th - Bad Boyz BBQ Sean Leschber 6th - Little Johns BBQ John Truesdell
4th - Cambro Insulated Carrier Joyce Patschke of Thrall
SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor would like to thank all of the cookers who competed in the cookoff, the people who helped judge the entries, and SPJST members and friends who volunteered their time to make this another successful cookoff. We would also like to thank our barbecue sponsors for their continued support. SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club hosted a silent auction on Saturday. The youth club would like to thank everyone who donated items to the silent auction and those that participated in the bidding.
2nd - DeWalt Tools Greg Ladner of Taylor 3rd - Red and White Grocery Certificate Cliff Taylor of Taylor
1st - Henry Golden Boy Mike Edmonds of Hutto
LEFT PHOTO: Taylor BBQ Legend Award is presented to Vincel Mareš. Jim Downs is pictured accepting the award for Vincel. RIGHT PHOTO: The 2015 Taylor BBQ Champion is Love, Peace, BBQ - Cassie Leschber.
Save this 2016 Date! Lodge 29 will host its 16th annual barbecue cookoff next year on the last Friday and Saturday of the month— September 23 and 24, 2016. Please mark your calendars! Prize drawing winners were:
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2015 SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Barbecue Cookoff Results 7th - Left Over Bar B Q Russell Brown 8th - Dirty Barbeque Catering Service Matt Perez 9th - Thrown Together Alan Burns 10th - That’s Some Good “Chit” BBQ Marco Ortiz Pork Ribs 1st - Love, Peace, BBQ Cassie Leschber 2nd - Patin Construction #1 Brian Fisher 3rd - Flasher Equipment Cliff Taylor 4th - Little Johns BBQ John Truesdell 5th - Dirty Barbeque Catering Service Matt Perez 6th - Brown Chicken Brown Cow Jeremiah Cooper
7th - Ratical Ressurections Robert Patnode 8th - Nazarene BBQ Team Norm Ebeling 9th - Hywind Yella-Catters Clayton Loeve 10th - Better Q Robert Alvarado
Chicken 1st - Kountry Boyz Kook’n Allen Preusse 2nd - Collins Electric Service Mark Edwards 3rd –RE/MAX Taylor Pat Kovar 4th - Patin Construction #1 Brian Fisher 5th - Bad Boyz Sean Leschber 6th - Patin Construction #2 Weston Fisher 7th - Czexicans Terry Skrhak 8th - Bubba Dick’s BBQ Cepak-Tallas
9th - Left Over Bar B Q Russell Brown 10th - Nazarene BBQ Team Norm Ebeling
Jackpot Beans 1st - Patin Construction #1 Brian Fisher 2nd - That’s Some Good “Chit” BBQ Marco Ortiz 3rd - Bad Boyz BBQ Sean Leschber 4th - RE/MAX Taylor Pat Kovar 5th - Coupland Kountry Klub Wayne Ging, Jr. 6th -Country Boys Danny Filla 7th - Slap Yo Momma BBQ Robert Walla 8th - Boondocks BBQ #2 Dillon Kreidel 9th - Patin Construction #2 Weston Fisher 10th - Bad Boyz BBQ Sean Leschber
Jackpot Cook’s Choice 1st - King Kookers #2 Richard Rumley 2nd - Patin Construction #1 Brian Fisher 3rd - Country Boys Danny Filla 4th - Czexicans Terry Skrhak 5th - RE/MAX Taylor Pat Kovar 6th - Collins Electric Service Mark Edwards 7th - Bad Boyz Sean Leschber 8th - Bubba Dick's BBQ Cepak-Tallas 9th - Stokin It Up James Stokes 10th - Jirasek Fencing D.J. Jirasek
Jackpot Pork Butt 1st - Bubba Dick’s BBQ Cepak-Tallas
2nd - Under the Influence Doug Weise 3rd -Patin Construction #1 Brian Fisher 4th - Slap Yo Momma BBQ Robert Walla 5th -Big Smokin Hogs Mike Girod 6th - Bad Boyz Sean Leschber 7th - King Kookers #1 Rudy Reyes 8th - Lonely Goats Brandon Peschke 9th - Ratical Resurrections Robert Patnode 10th - Dirty Barbecue Catering Service Matt Perez
Taylor BBQ Legend Award Vincel Mareš
2015 Taylor Barbecue Champion Love, Peace, BBQ Cassie Leschber
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15th Annual SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Barbecue Cookoff Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26, 2015 • SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor
Master Cooks
Best Rig
Brisket Winners
Pork Ribs Winners
Chicken Winners
Jackpot Beans Winners
Jackpot Cook’s Choice Winners
Jackpot Pork Butt Winners
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Lodge 30, Taiton reports on Sept. meeting
Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 30, Taiton held its regular monthly meeting on September 12, 2015, at Taiton Community Center. President Yvonne Marcaurele called the meeting to order. Members present recited the Pledge of Allegiance led by Kirby Lange, and a moment of silence was observed for any sick or departed members as well as law enforcement and first responders. Secretary Wanda Dorotik called the roll of officers and members. She then read the minutes for the August meeting. Treasurer Lisa Bubela gave her report on the financial standing of our lodge. Wanda turned in a bill for new flags for the community center. The cost of the flags is split with the youth club. FAC Tommy Drapela reminded members of the upcoming events around the state. He informed members that if we want our annual events on the SPJST calendar we need to turn the dates into the Home Office. He also told us that if we wanted to, we could submit ideas for the theme for the SPJST floats. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela reported on the comings and goings of our youth program. Director Karen Kaspar was unable to attend due to being out of town to attend the American Fraternal Alliance conference. We discussed upcoming events that we will participate in. On October 4, we will assist the Taiton Fall Festival by running the cake walk booth. Each member is asked to bring a baked item and arrive at 10:30 a.m. We will also assist the Dozinky Festival on October 11 by running the cake walk. Each member is asked to bring a baked item. Happy anniversary was wished to Bubba and Patsy Baker for 16 years of wonderful wedded bliss. Many more years are to come.
Next Meeting—October 11 Our next meeting will on October 11 at Taiton Community Center. The adult meeting will begin at 10 a.m., and the youth club meeting will follow. After the meeting, members will assist with the cake walk for the Dozinky Festival. The meeting was adjourned by President Yvonne Marcaurele. Mem-
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Michael Morris, Jay Ray place at Texas State Horseshoe Tourney
SPJST members, neighbors, and good friends, Michael Morris, left, of Lodge 47, Seaton and Jay Ray of Lodge 24, Cyclone take a quick break between matches at the Texas Horseshoe Pitchers Association (THPA) State Singles Tournament held at Jimmy Bryant Horseshoe Complex in Waco, Texas, on Saturday, September 25, 2015. Jay placed third in Men’s 40’ Division Class B, pitching a 44 percent tournament average. Michael also placed third in Men’s 40’ Division Class E, pitching a 34 percent tournament average. Congratulations, guys! For more information on horseshoe pitching in Texas, visit texasringer.net.
bers then assisted in preparing the hall for the Grandparent’s Day breakfast and the District Six Fall Family Fun Day. Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 32, Victoria members to enjoy Czech meal
We remind everyone of our Czech meal on Thursday, October 8, 2015. We’ll gather at 6 p.m. and serve at 6:30 p.m. The lodge is providing chicken and dumplings – please bring a side and/or dessert. Coming up will be our annual garage sale – Saturday, November 7 . . . you can start bringing items now. Fraternally, Kathy Ahlstrom FAC/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 35, Elk reports on Sept. meeting
President Randy Pavelka called the SPJST Lodge 35, Elk meeting to order on Wednesday, September 9, 2015, at 7:10 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. On the sick list was Janie Brewer recovering from cataract surgery. Secretary Carla Pavelka read the minutes of our August meeting, and with no corrections, they were approved as read. Treasurer Barbara Pavelka gave her August report, and with no corrections, it was approved as read also. Floor chairman Gene Pavelka gave his monthly report. There was no old or unfinished business. Under new business, Patricia Bajer presented a check to the SPJST Pavelka Cemetery Association in the amount of $333.33. It was a donation from the Mach/Dulak Family Reunion Fund. The check was received by our Groundskeeper Billy Kubitza. Thank you so much to the Mach/Dulak family for their very nice donation to our cemetery to help take care of our deceased ancestors. The money is very much appreciated. Our guest was State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Frank Horak. Thank you for coming to our meeting. Also our District Three Director John Engelke and wife Diana were our guests as well. Thank you for coming
and giving us some updates on rules and regulations of the lodge and information in the Vestnik. The meeting adjourned at 7:24 p.m.
Elk Hall Incorporated Elk Hall Incorporated meeting was called to order at 7:24 p.m. by President Randy Pavelka. Secretary Carla Pavelka read the minutes of the August meeting, and they were approved as read. Treasurer Barbara Pavelka gave her report as well, and it was also approved as read. Floor Chairman Gene Pavelka and Bar Chairman Randy Pavelka gave their reports. There was no old or unfinished business. Under new business, thanks to Gene and Randy Pavelka for repairing the front door of the hall. President Randy Pavelka celebrated a birthday on September 2. Happy Birthday! John Engelke brought door prizes for a drawing, and there were a few lucky members. Thank you, John. We appreciate it. The meeting was adjourned at 7:34 p.m. Our guests were Patricia Bajer, Diana Engelke, John Engelke, Frank Horak, and Jack Levy. We had 14 members present.
Next Meeting—October 14 Our next meeting will be Wednesday, October 14 after hall clean-up. We hope to see you then. Fraternally yours, Janie Brewer, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje Family Day set for November 8
Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje members voted to move the family day and prize drawing to the Sunday, November 8, 2015, meeting as the October 11 meeting conflicts with another community event at which our members will be working. Members, please mark your calendars for Sunday, November 8 and plan to be at SPJST Lodge 40, El CampoHillje Hall for family day. We will also draw for the winning prize drawing
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tickets on this day. Stay tuned to the Vestnik for more details. Our next meeting will be Sunday, October 11, but it will be a short meeting at 1 p.m. so our members can return to assist at the other community event. Fraternally, Cathy Garcia, President —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton hosts successful Outdoor Extravaganza
Dear Members and Friends, The officers and members of Lodge 47, Seaton would like to thank each of you who participated in our annual Outdoor Extravaganza fundraiser which was held on September 19, 2015. We appreciate your support in making this event once again a success. Everyone had a great time visiting with friends, enjoying the delicious steaks and trimmings, snacks, refreshments, and just hoping their number was called to win that one special item they so much wanted. A special thank you goes to Committee Chairmen David Pechal and Brandon Bartek for all they did in organizing this event, spending countless hours and miles a running. Thank you to cooks Edwin Pechal, James Skrabanek, and their crew for the delicious steak, potatoes, beans, and Kitchen Chair Lady Joyce Skrabanek and her crew for preparing, setting out food, and the final touch of the evening - cleaning the kitchen. There are so many who helped tremendously in so many ways . . . selling tickets, getting donations, setting up the hall, bringing desserts, serving food, cleaning the kitchen, and helping wherever needed. Thank you! Thank you! We thank our many members, friends, and businesses who participated in donating items, purchasing tickets, and bringing and bidding on silent auction items. Thank you for your support of Lodge 47. Top prize winners were Dorothy Mikeska - quail hunt; Bill Machalek travel voucher; Donald Thomas - fishing trip; Doris Marek - Port O’Connor trip; Craig Schneider - Fredericksburg Bed and Breakfast; and Tri Co Propane - Wildflower Golf package. Congratulations to each of you! The live auction had 23 neat items,
ranging from a pheasant hunt, coolers, bikes, homemade kvasaky pickles, and many more items. High bidders for the two most favorite items which brought $65 each were bought by Heath Novosad and Nathan Wilde. They decided it might be cheaper not to have to travel outside the Temple area and just bid on the famous Blue Bell Ice Cream. The silent auction had many items for the ladies, men, and youth. A drawing was held for all who participated in the silent auction. The grand prize winner of the Yeti cooler was Brett Marek. The card game drawing winners were Ginger Ringwald and Sherry Mitchell. Bucket prize drawing winners were Edwin Pechal - winner of a swing set and Jay Ray - winner of a shot gun. The gun safe was won by Mike Boley. There were many other drawings which winners became the proud owners of rifles and gift certificates for a massage, James Avery jewelry, Wings ‘n Things, Ulta, and several more. We were excited to see several new businesses sponsor advertisement signs along with the renewals of the past years. Proceeds from these signs help in purchasing items to go in the bucket drawings along with other prizes given. Signs are made, and their business is advertised as a donor of the prizes. We appreciate your support, and please know that your business is noticed by the attendees. With SPJST being a fraternal organization, and the Extravaganza being a night of family fun, it would not have been complete without having our youth involved. Sheriff Eddy
Lange did an awesome job in getting all the kids involved with a couple of games. One being “heads and tails.” The two lucky winners in outlasting the others in the call of the coin were Jackson Erskine and Logan Evans who each received $20. Then came the most popular of all . . . the turkey call. There were some pretty good calls. With those calls, I guarantee you, there had to have been turkeys all over East Bell County. Winners in the “best call” were Ella Washam and John David Smith. They also won a $20 bill. Five prizes were drawn for the youth. Winners were: first place – youth gun won by Angelina Ringwald; second - tent won by Seth Ray; third BB gun won by Kaden Lehrmann; fourth - sleeping bag won by Logan Beck; and fifth - fishing pole won by Katelyn Erskine. Congratulations, youth! It was great to see so many youth! We would love to have you as members of our SPJST Youth Program. Meetings are held the first Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. Come out and see how to be a part of trips, camp, scholarships, and so much more. Congratulations to others who won the many prizes which were given away. We appreciate Sheriff Eddy Lange for all the announcing and making the crowd feel welcome. It is always fun when the one announcing is out there in the crowd, and you can tell he is enjoying himself. Thank you, Eddy! Once again, thank you to all who participated in our annual fundraiser. It was a great evening. It was fun to see so many people enjoying, visiting, and making new friends. We look forward to next year. Please mark your
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calendars for the third Saturday in September which will be September 17, 2016, for our next annual Outdoor Extravaganza. We apologize to those of you who had to stand in line to pay for your items. The kinks have been worked out, and we promise next year for the line to move a lot faster. We appreciate those of you who were so understanding. Thank you, thank you to all of you who had a part in our fundraiser. The proceeds will go towards the SPJST Youth Scholarship Fund and to help our lodge with the maintenance and upkeep of Star Hall. See pictures on pages 16 and 17. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 48 Beyersville plans progressive 42 tourney
SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville will host a progressive 42 domino tournament on Saturday, October 31, 2015. Registration fee is $10 and includes the noon meal, snacks, and prizes. Lodge 48, Beyersville is located at 10450 FM 519 in Beyersville, Texas, which is near Taylor. Registration begins at 8 a.m. We plan to begin playing at 9 a.m. Fifteen games will be played with a 20-minute time limit per game. The tournament should end around 4:30 p.m.
Lodge 88, Houston Welcomes Former Mayor of Prague
Lodge 88, Houston had a special visitor at the Red Ravens dance on Saturday, September 12, 2015. Everyone welcomed the former mayor of Prague, Tomas Hudecek, right. Tomas, along with, left to right, Vernell Foyt and SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, offered birthday congratulations to Annabel Veit. Earlier in the day, Tomas enjoyed a
visit to the Kolache Festival in Caldwell. RIGHT PHOTO: Tomas said hello and thanked everyone for their hospitality during the band’s break, as Brian and Lodge 88, Houston President Pat Bruce looked on. —Photos by Theresa Parker Texas Polka News/polkabeat.com
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We especially invite SPJST members, but anyone is welcome. You do not need a partner as all players will draw numbers and be seated accordingly for the first round. The two winners at each table will move up and will be split up, and each one will play with one of the losers of the previous game. We will use the same rules that SPJST uses. Players need to pre-register so we can determine food needs. To pre-register or for more information, please contact Bobby L. Wuensche, 2451 CR 405, Taylor, Texas 76574; or call 281-352-7815. —SPJST—
Lodge 80, Holland reports on Sept. meeting
SPJST Lodge 80, Holland was called to order by President Rita Spinn on September 5, 2015, at 4:25 p.m. Membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members. All officers were present except Joe W. Liles who was excused because he was helping with RVOS at Westfest. All directors were present. Sales agent absent was Vicki Slye. Motion was made by Frank Pajestka, Jr. and seconded by Connie
Horak to accept the minutes of the August meeting. Motion carried. Motion was made by Danny Hendrix and seconded by Helen Pajestka to accept two new members into Lodge 80 membership - Joshua Ray Martinka and Jeffery James Martinka. Motion carried. Financial report was read by Frank Pajestka, Jr. Motion was made by Coleman Benner and seconded by Curtis Wolf to accept the financial report. The financial report was approved by the board of directors prior to the meeting. Motion carried. Our loan with the Home Office has been paid off. FAC Frank Pajestka, Jr gave his re-
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port. District Two Fall Meeting will be held in Seaton, Texas. Grandparents Day is September 13th. October is Czech Heritage Month. Youth Leader Connie Horak reported that Lodge 80 had collected $650 for Stuff the Bus. The youth club will be at the District Two Fall Meeting in Seaton, Texas. On October 3, we will be going to Six Flags, and on November 7, the youth will be in charge of the kitchen. Thank you note was read from Will-O-Bell. Motion was made by Risa Pajestka and seconded by Carol Wolf to ratify what the board voted on in their meeting:
Lodge 151, Wharton Recognizes Departed Members with Memorial Service
TOP LEFT PHOTO: Members of Lydia Matusek’s family are, left to right, Lucy, Bennie, and Crispin Matusek. TOP CENTER PHOTO: Wife and friends of Joe Urbanovsky, are, left to right, Dr. Keith Dowell, Cassie Urbanovsky, and Barbara Dowell. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Members of Pauline Kalina’s family are, front, left to right, Peggy Geisler, Julius Kalina, Carl Geisler, and Diane Kalina. Back: Peggy Womack, Larry Womack, and Larry Kalina. LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are District Six Director Karen Kaspar, Jo Ann Preisler, Ray Pilgrim, and Jackie Pilgrim. The Kalina family is in the background. Jo Ann’s husband Joe Preisler was one of our departed members. RIGHT PHOTO: Peggy Geisler helps her father Julius Kalina light a candle in memory of his wife Pauline Kalina.
LEFT PHOTO: Jo Ann Preisler lights a candle in memory of her husband Joe Preisler. Looking on is Ray Pilgrim. PHOTO 2: Charles Bucek lights a candle in memory of Bennie Konvicka. Also pictured is Ray Pilgrim. PHOTO 3: Bennie Marusek lights a candle in memory of his aunt Lydia
Matusek. RIGHT PHOTO: Dr. Keith Dowell lights a candle in memory of his friend Joe Urbanovsky. Ray Pilgrim is also pictured. —Submitted by Janie Bucek Secretary/FAC
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• Table an item about a dance.
• Holland Youth Football and Cheerleaders will have three bake sales at the lodge hall. We will donate back to them $50 per bake sale. • Board approved to purchase four tickets from Holland Youth Booster Club from the bingo account.
Thank you to Frank Pajestka, Jr. for attending the bingo workshop in Austin, Texas. November meeting will be moved to November 3 at 6:30 p.m. Birthdays in September are Joe W. Liles and Frank Horak. On the sick list are Tony Sladecek, Harold Spinn, Joyce Martinets, Glenda Liles, Joyce Martinez, and Jacob Horak. A $50 gift card would be given to Joyce Martinets for helping in the bar. Door prize winners of cold drinks were Coleman Benner, Helen Pajestka, Barbara Taisler-Hill, Curtis Wolf, and Silveria Tschoerner.
Happy 67th Anniversary, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Pajestka, Sr.! Frank Pajestka, Sr. and Helen Pajestka celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary. The meeting adjourned at 4:50 p.m. with a motion made by Helen Pajestka, seconded by Dan Hendrix. Linda Hill Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 92 Fort Worth sets October events
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Lodge 151, Wharton Recognizes July, August, September Birthdays
Birthday honorees for July, August, and September are Ray Pilgrim, left, and Charles Bucek. They were honored at Lodge 151’s meeting held on September 14, 2015.
Dear Members and Friends, We invite you to mark these October dates on your calendars. Please come on out for a great time! Friday, October 9 Tanglefoot dance, 8 to 11 p.m., $10 for members, $17 for non-members. Sunday, October 11 Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.
Tuesday, October 13 Ladies Circle, 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 13 Game night, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, October 14 Sportsmans Club meets from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. This monthly meeting of hunting and fishing enthusiasts with speakers and prize drawings is open to the public. Admission is free of charge. Tuesday, October 27 Game night, 7 p.m.
Friday, October 30 Al Nelson Concert — Tribute to the music of the 50s and 70s. $12 includes admission and hamburger dinner with soft drink. Enjoy dinner from 6 to 8 p.m. and the show from 8 to 10 p.m. Table reservations are accepted with
Lodge 157, Lubbock Sponsors Hole at Whitharral Lions Club Open
Lodge 157, Lubbock sponsored a hole at the Whitharral Lions Club Open. The golf tournament took place at the top rated Texas Tech Rawls Golf Course. Lodge 157 Vice President Janet Kristinek Betts is shown with her team in front of the hole.
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—Submitted by Janie Bucek
paid admissions on a first come, first served basis. Call Jon at 817-6242361.
Hall Rentals For information regarding hall events and rentals, please call Events Manager Jon Durham at 817-624-1361 or check the hall’s website: www.nationalhallfortworth.com. Fraternally, Angela Paprskar Casteel President —SPJST—
Lodge 101 Gainesville invites members to reorganizational meeting
Dear Members, As a valued member of SPJST, you and your family are invited to join in a special called reorganizational meeting of SPJST Lodge 101, Gainesville at Neu Ranch House, located at 1825 US 82 in Gainesville on Sunday, November 29, 2015. A delicious buffet will be served starting at 1 p.m. in appreciation of your attendance. The meeting will follow, and door prizes will be awarded. SPJST is a family organization that cherishes the idea of service to each other and the community. In addition to reviewing your benefits of membership in SPJST, Society officials want to visit with lodge members and receive their input in helping to make
decisions which will determine the future course of direction for Lodge 101, Gainesville and its members. Feel free to extend this invitation to others in your household or friends who are not already members. Please RSVP on or before 12 noon Wednesday, November 25 by calling SPJST Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez at 800-727-7578. If you have any questions, please feel free to give District Three Director John Engelke a call at 254-7994247 or me at 800-727-7578. I look forward to seeing you at this meeting. Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—
Lodge 151 Wharton honors departed members
SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton held its quarterly meeting on Monday, September 14, 2015, at Wharton Depot Museum. A light meal was served at 6:30 p.m. to 13 members and 10 guests. Chaplain Ray Pilgrim gave the blessing before the meal. A memorial service was held for departed Lodge 151 members F. Joe Preisler, Jr., Pauline Kalina, Bennie J. Konvicka, Jim Klasel, Sr., Lydia G. Matusek, and Joe H. Urbanovsky. Chaplain Ray Pilgrim conducted the memorial service, and a candle was lit for each departed member. A donation will be made to the SPJST Scholarship Fund in memory of our departed
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members. President Gerald Macha called the meeting to order at 7:45 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was observed for our departed members. The roll was called, and all of the officers were present. The June minutes and treasurer’s report had been handed out to the members before the meeting. After the minutes and treasurer’s reports had been reviewed, Ray Pilgrim made a motion to accept the minutes and treasurer’s report. Charles Bucek seconded the motion. Motion passed. Secretary Janie Bucek reported one death claim had been paid. President Gerald Macha stated he had received a transfer request to our lodge from Carolyn Ann King who was a member of Lodge 153, La Salle. Vice President Charles Bucek made a motion to approve the transfer to our lodge. David Bucek seconded the motion. Motion passed. Welcome to our lodge, Carolyn. Charles Bucek gave the rest home report. He reported all of the rooms were filled in Rest Home No. 1, Taylor, and the foundation has been poured for the new rest home that is being built in Taylor. Next, he said Rest Home No. 2, Needville has 10 individuals on the waiting list. Last of all, he announced the Czech Catholic Home in Hillje, Texas, has been sold to the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Homes. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Janie Bucek reported SPJST Scholarship applications are available September 1 through January 2016. Next, she said the 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive starts on October 1. Then, she stated October is Czech Heritage Month. Last of all, she mentioned two events that SPJST members could attend during Czech Heritage Month. Heritage Day will be celebrated at the State Fair of Texas on October 11. Also, the Dozinky Czech Harvest Festival will be held at Taiton Community Center in Taiton, Texas, on October 11. This event is sponsored by Wharton County Czech Heritage Society. David Bucek gave the cemetery report. He stated 100 more feet of sidewalk needs to be laid at the SPJST Shiner Cemetery. Under new business, Charles Bucek made a motion to donate $100 to S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2, Needville’s Christmas activity fund; $100 to Share in Wharton; and $100 to the Czech Catholic Home’s Christmas activity fund. David Bucek seconded the motion. Motion passed.
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Lodge 177, Academy Supports CTLC with $2,000 Donation
SPJST District Six Director Karen Kaspar reported she just returned from attending the American Fraternal Alliance Annual Meeting in Indianapolis, Indiana. Next, she stressed the importance of studying the proposed by-law recommendations published in the Vestnik. Then, she asked our members who attended the SPJST District Six Fall Meeting in Taiton how they liked the “Health and Be Fit Program” that was presented. Last of all, she announced the SPJST District Six Spring Meeting will be held in Moravia, Texas, on April 3, 2016. Birthday honorees for July, August, and September were Charles Bucek and Ray Pilgrim. Each birthday honoree received a gift from the lodge. Names for door prizes were drawn, and everyone received a door prize. President Gerald Macha adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m. Fraternally, Janie Bucek Secretary/FAC —SPJST—
Don McCrea, right, on behalf of Lodge 177, Academy presents a $2,000 check to Jim Hornsby of Churches Touching Lives for Christ. CTLC is an ecumenical organization of over 30 local churches working with the support of area business and social service groups to meet basic human needs on a temporary and/or emergency basis.
Lodge 177 Academy gives $17,000 to community
The regular meeting of SPJST Lodge 177, Academy for September 2015 was not held. Committee reports were turned in to the secretary. Board of Trustees A called meeting was held on September 16 for the purpose of determining how Lodge 177 would make charitable distributions for the quarter. All trustees were present. The board voted unanimously to donate to the following: CTLC (Churches Touching Lives for Christ) - $2,000 CTLC Backpack Program $1,000 Meals on Wheels $2,000 Feed My Sheep $2,000 Little River-Academy Volunteer Fire Department $5,025 Czech Heritage Museum $1,000 Academy ISD $4,000
Otis reported on the bingo class he recently attended. After a motion by Otis, seconded by Don, the meeting adjourned. Fraternally, Joanne Hutka Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 179 Warrenton: no October meeting
Lodge 179, Warrenton will not meet on Thursday, October 8, 2015. Our next meeting will be Thursday, November 12. Thanks! Ricky Weyand, President —SPJST—
Lodge 191, Lufkin to host Oct. 16 Halloween dance
Happy “fall” everyone. Here it is already October, and this year will be over before you know it. Linda Kaye and the Kool Katz outdid themselves for the September dance. The crowd keeps getting bigger and better. Thanks to all of you that are supporting the lodge with your presence at the dances. It is always more fun to have a lot of people at dances, and the band seems to play better with a big crowd. The winner of the 50-50 drawing, which was $110, this month was Jimmy Kendrick, and the winners of free dance tickets for any dance but New Year’s are Leroy Watson and Carolyn Hayden. Congratulations to these winners! The theme for the dance was “Come Join the Circus.” There were several people who dressed up for the occasion, and everyone seemed to have a good time. Thanks to Ruth Welch for the decorations, and thanks for all of the cooks that brought food. Pictures for each dance are posted on the SPJST Facebook page. Go to SPJST Lodge 191 to see these pictures.
Next Dance—October 16 The next dance, which will be October 16, will feature our very own Glenn Lenderman. The theme will be “Halloween Scares and Thrills.” So if you have any kind of Halloween costume, wear it. If not, just come as you are. A prize will be given to the best costume, so find something to wear and come dance the night away. If you would like to host a dance or decorate for the next dance, please call Ruth Welch at 936-639-6971, and she will be glad to tell you all about it. Two of our faithful dancers Sterling Scott and Evelena Patterson have
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moved to Florida. They will be missed, but we wish the best for them. Please continue to remember our members that are not quite up to par. They are Coleman Standley, Ellen Pyle, Helen Boyd, Roy Luce, and Bobbie Friday. Say a prayer for these, and others we do not know about.
Next Meeting—October 12 The next business meeting will be Monday, October 12. The business meeting is always the Monday before the third Friday night dance. It starts at 7 p.m. and usually lasts about an hour. These meetings are very important for the running of the lodge. Please, members, make plans to attend. The next Lufkin Dance Club dance will be October 9 from 7 to 10 p.m. It will be DJ Style, with a theme of “Rock Around the Clock.” Pat Scogin Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 246 Morgan’s Point plans to make a difference
SPJST lodges statewide will celebrate Make a Difference Day by participating in a variety of community service projects in October. This year, Lodge 246 would like to propose a joint lodge community service project to work on landscaping, trimming shrubs, and cleaning the walkways and outside entrances of our SPJST Home Office building in Temple. We have planned the event for Saturday, October 31, 2015, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Lodge 246 will provide drinks and a barbecue lunch for all participants. If your lodge does not already have a community service project planned, we would like to invite you and your members to participate. Please contact myself at 254-289-
6816 or Lodge 246 Secretary Melanie Zavodny, should you wish to participate or have any questions. We are planning to have about 18 participants, including some of the children and youth members of the lodges. We will plan meet at 9 a.m. at the SPJST Home Office. Please bring your gloves, water bottle, rake, broom, and garden tools. We will also need one power washer. Thank you in advance for your lodge’s consideration. Fraternally, James Lee, III, President —SPJST—
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S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living sets Oct. 24 music festival, Christmas bazaar
“Strike Up the Bands!” S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Community, located at 505 East Lake Drive in Taylor, Texas, will host S.P.J.S.T. Music Festival and Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, October 24, 2015, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. No admission will be charged. Bands will include Czech, country, gospel, and blue grass. Christmas bazaar will offer custom jewelry, holiday wreaths, crocheted items, quilts, scarves, Scentsy, special wood items, and much, much more. Other activities include door prizes, snacks, gifts, and a cake walk. Bring your lawn chair. Tours will be offered throughout the day. For more information, call Julie 512-352-6940. —SPJST—
SPJST Participates in Slavic Heritage Festival
SPJST participated in the Slavic Heritage Festival at the Knights of Columbus Council 2917 in Houston, Texas, on Sunday, September 27, 2015. Under the direction and guidance of the Slavic Alliance of Houston, the Slavic communities gather annually to honor Sts. Cyril & Methodius, and to share in the celebration of their Slavic heritage with ethnic foods, singing, and dancing. The general public is invited to join in this celebration and to learn about the wonderful histories and cul-
ture of the Czech, Croation, Polish and Ukrainian people. LEFT PHOTO: Ms. Haley Srubar of the Czech Center Museum Houston is pictured with District Five Fraternal Field Manager Delisle Doherty. CENTER PHOTO: Left to right are SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, Deborah Kaspar of KJZT, Michael A. Reznicek of KJT, and Father Paul Chovanec. RIGHT PHOTO: SPJST’s Czech heritage-themed booth draws attention.
LEFT PHOTO: SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek and daughter Stephanie. PHOTO 2: Harris County Czech-Slovak Queen Katie Lebman, left, assists at the Harris County Czech Heritage Society’s food booth. PHOTO 3: Slavic Heritage Festival representative Charles Waligura
reviews performance schedule with Nina Marcussen of the Czech Folk Singers of Dallas. Ms. Marcussen also serves as the founding President of the Vaclav Havel Czech School in Dallas. RIGHT PHOTO: Marlene Migl Satterwhite and Darlene Migl Polly enjoy the Slavic Heritage Festival.
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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. October 8 Alp-Washington Country Swiss School—at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant, Schulenburg. For information, contact Carolyn Graeter Tobola 979-247-4168; or email cmtobola@cvctx.com; or Johnelle Graeter Minzenmeyer-Miksch 979247-4436; or email dmiksch@cvctx.com. Submitted by Carolyn Tobola, Lodge 8, Weimar.
October 11 Lesikar-Lesikar-Leshikar-Lesiker: Descendants of Martin Lesikar—at Ocker Brethren Church Fellowship Hall, Zabcikville. For information, contact Richard Lesikar rlesikar@charter.net; phone Richard 682-936-6034. Submitted by Lanelle Lesikar, Lodge 24, Cyclone.
October 24 Andrew Prikryl, Mary Zrubek, and John Valla families: descendants and friends of Hynik (Andrew’s father), Antonin (Hynik’s brother), and Anton Zrubek—at Brethren Church Fellowship Hall, Granger. For information, call Bessie Dobias 254-657-2492; or email bdobias@earthlink.net. Submitted by Bessie (Rozacky) Dobias, Lodge 20, Granger.
October 25 Descendants of F.J. Spacek, I (Fayetteville), Jan Spacek (Warrenton), and Josef Spacek (La Grange)—at SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville Hall. For information, call 512-259-6625; or 713688-3932. Submitted by Kaye Walla, Lodge 1, Fayetteville. —SPJST—
Orsak family
Jak se mas! Once again, Joseph Orsak and Apolona Orsak descendants will meet at the Civic Center (Expansion Room - same place as last year) on Highway 71, north of El Campo, Texas, on Sunday, October 25, 2015. The reunion and family get-together begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. A free catered meal will be served between 12 and 12:30 p.m. After lunch,
the family meeting will be held, followed by a drawing for door prizes and an auction. Each family is asked to bring their favorite dessert dish. Please also bring one gift per family for the door prize drawing or auction - something you would like and enjoy receiving. If you know someone who hasn’t attended our reunions in a while, ask them to come, and you will both receive a surprise gift. Please contact all members of your family and encourage them to attend. Come join us as we renew our family ties. For any other information, you may contact Lorraine Kana 979-5432118; Willie Mae Cihal 361-7712658; Viola Kunetka 979-648-2129; or Clarence Junek 979-272-3428. Prizes for the children! See you on October 25! Submitted by, Lorraine Kana Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje —SPJST—
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Lodge 47, Seaton Hosts Successful Outdoor Extravaganza Fundraiser
Left to right are Calvin Skrabanek, James Skrabanek, Hunter Bartek, Edwin Pechal, and Donnie Pechal. BELOW LEFT: Joyce Kraatz, left, and Ann Bostick work in the kitchen. BELOW RIGHT: Cashiers Brenda Hoelscher, Amber Bartek, and Patsy Koslovsky.
Michulka family
Descendants of Josef Michulka will hold their family reunion at American Legion Hall in East Bernard on Saturday, October 17, 2015. Gathering time is 12 noon; meal at 1 p.m.; meeting at 2 p.m. Auction, fun, and games will follow. Everyone is asked to bring a covered dish and dessert (enough for your family) for a buffet meal. Utensils and drinks - tea, coffee, etc. - will be furnished. Auction items are appreciated such as homemade and canned goods. Items for the kids such as books, games, and toys are also welcomed. Also we would appreciate any documents, pictures, and other heritage information to share. For information, contact President Donnie Kelner 979-398-9546; Vice President Louis Petrosky 281-3894433; Treasurer Joey Pitman 281-2367658; or Secretary Lorriane Chumchal 979-335-6150. Send email and mailing address updates to rpitman@live.com. Submitted by, Helen Kelner Lodge 28, East Bernard —SPJST—
RIGHT: Silent auction workers Emily Hinojosa, Debbie Alexander, and Becky Zavodny.
BELOW LEFT: James and Joyce Skrabanek work with Terry Festa.
RIGHT: Lynette Talasek sells tickets for the rifle drawing.
Lodge 29, Taylor supporters. District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and wife Linda and Ronnie Rieger. In back is James L. Lee, III of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point.
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Lodge 47, Seaton Hosts Successful Outdoor Extravaganza Fundraiser Saturday, September 19, 2015 • Seaton Star Hall • Submitted by Patsy Koslovsky and Amber Bartek
Left to right are Heath Novosad and Nathan Wilde, auction winners of Blue Bell ice cream; silent auction Yeti cooler winner Brett Marek; card game winners Ginger Ringwald and Sherry Mitchell with Brandon
Bartek; bucket drawing swing winner Edwin Pechal. BELOW: Bucket drawing gun winner Jay Ray with Brandon Bartek; bucket drawing gun safe winner Mike Boley; Yeti cooler winners.
Youth winners, left to right, are 1st - Angelina Ringwald - youth gun with Brandon Bartek; 2nd - Seth Ray - tent; 3rd - Kaden Lehrmann -
BB gun; 4th - Logan Beck - sleeping bag; and 5th - Katelyn Erskine fishing pole with Terry Festa.
LEFT PHOTOS: More winners. PHOTO 3: Kids’ ‘head and tails’ game led by Bell County Sheriff Eddy Lange of Lodge 80, Holland. RIGHT PHOTO: Amber Ryan sells bucket drawing tickets to Ronnie Creek. Thanks to all who attended and supported this year’s fundraiser. Thank
you to all of you who had a part in our fundraiser. The proceeds will go towards the SPJST Youth Scholarship Fund and to help with maintenance and upkeep of Star Hall. Save the date for next year’s fundraiser - September 17, 2016. See fundraiser article summary on page 11.
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Lodge 219, El Paso Hosts Swimming Party
Saturday, July 25, 2015 • Submitted by Baltazar Nunez, Reporter
SPJST Lodge 219, El Paso adult and youth members enjoyed fun activities at the 2015 swimming pool party. Every attendee had to donate a food can at the door, and we donated items to another fraternal organization.
Families were aplenty at the party.
Everyone had a great time at such a beautiful day: hot dogs, hamburgers, drinks, door prizes, plenty of fun, and of course, lots and lots of swimming. The facility is great for all ages. Thanks to the excellent cook AleLodge 219, El Paso President Arnie Rivera, right, welcomes Fraternal Field Manager Bobby Davis, left, and Supreme Lodge Vice President Clifton Coufal.
jandro Rivas, Victor Macias for the hot dogs and hamburgers; they were delicious! Thanks to each who participated! Thanks to special guests Supreme Lodge Vice President Clifton Coufal
and District Four Fraternal Field Manager Bobby Davis. Submitted by, Baltazar Nunez Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 219, El Paso Hosts Swimming Party
Saturday, July 25, 2015 • Submitted by Baltazar Nunez, Reporter
Families share the bread and salt. Attendees enjoyed swimming in the indoor pool.
Families enjoy the event and receive door prizes.
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In Memory of Harry Lee Tobola
Harry Lee Tobola, age 72, of West, passed away Wednesday morning, September 16, 2015, at his residence. Private memorial services were held Monday, September 21 at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Harry Lee was born April 21, 1943, in West, the son of Marie (Za- Harry Lee Tobola hirniak) and Ernest J. “Toby” Tobola, Sr. He attended schools in West and was a 1961 graduate of West High School, where he enjoyed being a part of the Trojan Band. He then attended 4-C Business School in Waco, graduating in May 1962, and Quadrant Business Systems in Waco, graduating in December 2002. Harry Lee was the business manager for Smith Furniture Manufacturing Company in Waco for many years before retiring in 2006. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church of the Assumption. He was also a member of SPJST Lodge 54, West. Harry Lee enjoyed watching old movies, traveling, visiting rest homes, and spending time with his family. He had a motto which will live on with him, “A little talk and smile goes a long way to those who are lonely.” Harry Lee was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters Betty Chudej and Patsy Jones. Survivors include brother Ernest J. “Toby” Tobola, Jr. and wife Doris of West; sister Kathy Lozano and husband John of Penelope; very special aunt Judy Rosenauer and husband Richard; special brother-in-law Emmett Jones; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews; and many other relatives and friends. Memorials may be made to West Volunteer Ambulance Association or to West Rest Haven Disaster Relief Fund. You are invited to share your thoughts and memories of Harry Lee in a memorial guestbook found at www.aderholdfuneralhome.com. Aderhold Funeral Home in West was in charge of arrangements. —SPJST—
Death Claims Paid in September 2015 Name
John W. Moon Lillian Mae Pagel Willie Mae Kuban Eugene A. Patalik Dolores L. Sliva Henry L. Bartosh Alice E. Frisch Alfred Zeman Shirley A. Towns Betty Jean Dodson Jan Vladimir Dura Susan F. Wotipka Sidney Marie Stayton David Sheldon Baldwin, Jr. Dorothy Smallwood Bernard F. Mortimer Arthur John Dorr Dorma Jean Fulton Wanda Kennedy Mary Gajdusek Edwin Pavelka William McVicar Thresa T. Ridenour James C. Holmes Ida F. Skrivanek Melody Mara Davis Lee Roy Ermis Ronald L. Krutilek Robert E. Henderson Maria Irma Clark Lillian E. Fojtik Carol Jean Stewart Alfred James Pesch Norma Rae Doud Stacy Martha Sebik Nora Lee Zavodny Jeanette M. Henderson Martha Marie Vrla Bernice Kovar Graciano P. Salinas, Sr. Pauline N. Graves Evelyn L. Vogt Gerald A. Schroeder Elphia Svadlenak Daniel R. Marez Lori Ann Savage Gladys M. Barclay William Neff Patman
SPJST • Temple, Texas
Lodge 47 160 81 88 40 167 29 81 88 88 88 9 196 139 28 24 81 177 88 1 35 88 81 74 135 81 202 30 81 79 81 81 40 15 66 15 81 130 1 79 28 88 66 29 107 188 88 153
Location Seaton San Angelo Needville Houston El Campo-Hillje Penelope Taylor Needville Houston Houston Houston Snook Houston-West Danbury East Bernard Cyclone Needville Academy Houston Fayetteville Elk Houston Needville Lovelady Ennis Needville Jourdanton Taiton Needville Corpus Christi Needville Needville El Campo-Hillje Buckholts Waco Buckholts Needville Dallas Fayetteville Corpus Christi East Bernard Houston Waco Taylor Floresville Centerville Houston LaSalle
Date of Admission 3/26/1999 5/23/1997 8/16/1954 9/01/1981 7/10/1950 2/05/1944 2/03/1947 10/01/1938 12/02/1966 1/16/1947 9/24/1981 9/20/1976 6/22/1967 6/01/1962 4/10/1946 4/17/1941 8/25/1989 12/01/1985 6/09/1947 1/27/1932 3/13/1942 8/22/1968 1/10/1964 11/05/1973 1/25/1956 12/01/1990 12/22/1967 11/14/1963 3/01/1960 4/21/2009 8/02/1960 8/02/1960 3/05/1943 6/01/1997 5/01/1983 9/24/1969 7/15/1957 9/19/1944 2/07/1946 7/10/2007 7/01/1948 2/18/1966 6/29/1971 1/10/1939 4/22/2004 11/19/1977 1/26/1966 8/22/1960
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Date of Death 8/03/2015 7/18/2015 7/26/2015 7/26/2015 7/06/2015 8/14/2015 8/13/2015 8/09/2015 7/31/2015 8/09/2015 8/17/2015 8/09/2015 8/12/2015 7/30/2015 8/03/2015 8/12/2015 8/12/2015 7/27/2015 12/03/2014 7/25/1999 12/31/2002 4/29/2015 8/03/2015 8/16/2015 8/02/2015 4/07/2013 8/25/2015 8/19/2015 7/25/2015 8/16/2015 7/13/2011 5/27/2011 8/03/2015 8/11/2015 8/27/2015 8/31/2015 8/18/2013 8/22/2015 8/28/2015 8/07/2015 1/02/2015 8/17/2015 8/28/2015 9/01/2001 6/19/2015 4/16/2014 8/27/2015 12/09/2008
Age 45 94 85 87 88 87 84 93 72 84 85 56 88 77 78 78 63 84 76 102 79 91 93 89 92 38 67 71 77 51 81 59 85 58 93 91 74 85 85 75 81 93 54 82 26 49 90 81
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Death Claims Paid in September 2015 cont’d.
Name Mary Ann Srubar Cleburn Charles Lincke Ronnie G. Bohacek Pauline W. Childers Marie S. Evans John J. Weidig
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Lodge 84 88 28 177 133 172
Location Dallas Houston East Bernard Academy San Antonio Pasadena
Date of Admission 6/16/1953 7/21/1994 4/19/1955 1/03/1986 1/25/1955 12/20/1999
To the Bereaved Survivors of Our Deceased Brothers and Sisters, the SPJST Supreme Lodge Expresses Its Heartfelt Sympathy. Fraternally, Leonard D. Mikeska, FIC Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer —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.
State Youth Director shares October updates
October is here, and that means it is Czech Heritage Month and Eat Better, Eat Together Month. Here is your opportunity to learn more about the Czech culture and heritage. Czech people are all about family, and that includes your SPJST family! Thanks to those SPJST lodges that have been hosting Czech heritage celebrations in the weeks leading up to this special month and to those who have events planned for Czech Heritage Month. Many of these events consist of a fabulous Czech meal that is enjoyed by all. This is a great opportunity to stress the importance of planning a meal
with your family on a regular basis, whether that be SPJST family or your immediate family. SPJST will have a booth at the State Fair in Dallas, Texas, on Sunday, October 11, 2015, starting at 10 a.m. This coincides with Heritage Festival 2015 and is sponsored by Texas Cultural Partnership. Our booth will be located at the African American Museum just inside Gate Five located off of R. B. Cullum Boulevard. There will be beseda dancers, music, food, and lots of fun. Please come to the State Fair and join our SPJST State Royalty Court. If you can’t make it to the State Fair, there are other Czech events and museums around the state you can visit. Please see the Vestnik for more information on these events. The 2015-2016 State Royalty Court made their first public appearance at
Date of Death 11/03/2002 8/08/2015 2/06/2015 8/04/2015 9/29/2010 6/03/2015
Age 73 81 60 79 96 87
Westfest in West, Texas, on Labor Day weekend. Westfest is a celebration of Czech heritage and culture held annually in the Central Texas town of West. Royalty Court members rode in the parade and also made an appearance at the Cultural Amphitheater. District Two Beseda Dancers did a great job dancing again this year at Westfest. Thanks to Districts Two and Three members who rode on the SPJST Floats in the Westfest parade. The very next weekend, the State Royalty Court had an opportunity to judge at the Caldwell Kolache Festival. District One Royalty and State Royalty Courts were introduced to the crowd followed by a performance from Lodge 9, Snook and Lodge 17, New Tabor Beseda Dancers. State Royalty Court had an extra special treat when we were invited to lunch with former Prague Mayor Tomas Hudecek.
“Let the Good Times Roll” Membership Drive Only three months to go in this year’s 2015 membership drive. There’s still time for youth club members to make new member referrals and have them count towards your club’s 2015 youth application quota!
Goals to Achieve: • Host one district youth membership rally • Meet requirements needed to qualify for Youth Program
Incentives— Award: $100 for each youth club in respective district that achieves its youth club goal. Funds must be used
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Let the Good Times Roll Youth Club Incentives— Award: • $10 for each certificate issued, ages 0 to 17, in the respective lodge. • Additional $10 for each certificate issued that joins the youth club ($20 total)
“Top Youth Club in District” Award Top active youth club with most certificates issued in 2014 that remain in force. Must have a minimum of three certificates issued in 2014. Award: Swimming, etc. party for youth leaders and youth members. Cost not to exceed $200.
If you have any questions regarding the incentive programs, please refer to the Let the Good Times Roll Membership Campaign guide on pages 66 and 67 of your 2015- 2016 SPJST Youth Club Handbook.
Youth Leader Incentive Youth leaders, don’t forget about the youth leader incentive! Some of you have already met your goals, and I cannot wait to recognize you at the SPJST Awards Banquet on January 30, 2017. All you need is five new youth members to join your youth club, and you will win $100 if you get 10 new youth members you win $200.
100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive Kicks Off October 1 The 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive begins October 1. All youth club members who donate $2 or more will receive two merit points. Youth club members who donate $5 or more will receive a certificate acknowledging their gift. This is such an easy way to earn merit points while making a difference in the future of our young members. Remember, the money raised goes to our graduating seniors.
Make a Difference Day is October 24 Make A Difference Day is the most encompassing national day of helping others - a celebration of neighbors helping neighbors. Everyone can participate. Created by USA WEEKEND Magazine, Make A Difference Day is an annual event that takes place on the fourth Saturday of every October. The next event is Saturday, October 24. Who can participate? Anyone! Young and old, individuals, and groups can carry out a volunteer project that helps others. It might be a big project
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like collecting truckloads of clothing for the homeless, or as personal as spending an afternoon helping an elderly neighbor or relative. For more detailed information, please refer to the Make a Difference Day website at http://makeadifferenceday.com/. Youth leaders, please take some time out to discuss Make a Difference Day and let the youth plan a project. Consider inviting another SPJST youth club or other youth group to join in on your project. All members who participate will earn two points in the merit point system. Also, this is a great way to earn hours for the President’s Volunteer Service Award! Christmas Ornament Contest As of this newsletter, three districts
have held their Christmas ornament contests — and I like what I’ve been seeing! If your district’s fall meeting is still pending, please encourage your youth to attend and participate in the contest. Also, encourage youth members to help set up, clean up, run a game, or volunteer their services throughout the day and keep track of their hours. These service hours can be added towards the President’s Volunteer Service Award. Remember that any ornaments entered cannot include food items because they cannot be stored or reused on the tree the following year. Christmas ornament contest rules appear on page 37 of the current SPJST Youth Club handbook. The online version of the handbook may be accessed at http://www.spjst.
org/youthforms.html. Upcoming district meeting dates are: District One—October 18 Lodge 186, Caldwell
District Three—October 25 Lodge 6, Cottonwood
District Seven—November 8 Lodge 107, Floresville
Christmas Cards For Sale This year’s winning Christmas card was designed by District Two’s Lodge 47, Seaton youth member Brandon Hoelscher. An order form for the cards appears on page 26 of this week’s Vestnik. Congratulations to Brandon Hoelscher!
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October Youth Meetings The October Vestnik Project will be an introduction to Krtek;The Mole. Krtek is a Czech cartoon. Consider Youtubing the cartoon to share with your youth club and then compare Krtek;The Mole to American cartoon characters. A coloring page will be included in the packets for those who wish to add some color to Krtek. Small elements like the one suggested here could help add a creative twist into your regular youth meetings while still respecting the time of your youth and their parents. Fraternally, Lynette Talasek State Youth Director —SPJST—
October V Ve estnik Project - “We Eat Better When W We e Eat T To ogether” This project earns a maximum 1 point in the SPJST Youth Clubs Me M rit Points System. Mail completed project no later than November 15, 2015 to: SPJST Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503
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We Eat Better When W We e Eat T To ogether According to a recent Washington Post article, “Regular family meals are linked with increased consumption of fruit and vegetables, two foood groups where most Americans fall short.” The article goes on to state that the benefits of family meals go far beyond nutrition. In 2004, researchers at the University of Minnesota reported that teens who ate seven or more meals with their families each week generally had highher grades, and were less likely to feel depressed, drink alcohol, smoke or use drugs than those who ate less than twice a week with their families. Statistics show that regular family meals may lead to other healthy habits. In 1996 Washington State University (WSU) launched a campaign called “Eat Better, Eat Together”. This was considered one of the h nation’s pioneering efforts in promoting family meals. Since that time, WSU and the Washington State Dairy Council have partnered in an ongoing effort to encourage families to eat meals together more often. n
Studies show that when families eat together they eat more nutritiously and a greater variety of foods. Families report better communication and comment that they tend to excel physically, socially, and emotionally. Many families also enjoy celebrations and bond around family meals. Meals provide the opportunity for socializing and exchaanging ideas. Does that sound familiar? Many SPJST lodge meetings and social events include meals and refreshments as a way to complementt the program.
October V Ve estnik Project October is Czech Heritage Month in Texas and has been since the 76th Texas Legislature designated it as such in 1999. It’s an excellent opportunity to celebrate the colorful history and culture of Czechs in Texas. Part of that culture includes food! Find the following Czech foods in the seek-a-word puzzle below. 1. dumplings (knedliky)
2 smazeny syyr 2.
Czechs Preserve Tasty Traditions Goulash and dumplings ((“k knedliky”), is one of many tasty traditions that is still enjoyed in Czech homes and restaurants.
(whipped potatoees and cheese) 3. goulash (guulas) 4. soup (polevkka) 5. svickova (m meat in cream m sauce)
6. sausages (klobasy)
7 pancakes 7. (pallacinky)
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District Two: Memories of 2014-2015 youth year
Many of you are probably wondering why this letter is being written for activities over a year ago. With our youth year being June 1 and ending May 31 of the following year, I like to look back at what we have accomplished and the fun we have had within the youth year. This September, an SPJST Youth Spectacular was not published. A fantastic SPJST Summer Spectacular was published which included activities including youth and adults. Thank you, Editor Melanie, for including all the pictures and the many
activities throughout the state including the activities SPJST so graciously provides for all its members. After countless “should I” or “shouldn’t I” send in this article I had prepared for the Vestnik, I decided to go ahead and send it in. I hope it will bring back memories of the fun we have spent together as District Two youth. District Two youth members had a wonderful and exciting time since the last SPJST Youth Spectacular was published in 2014. It has been a year of many fun-filled activities, new friendships, and lasting memories. We thank SPJST for giving us these opportunities. I thank leaders for their countless hours in preparation and planning. Parents, thank you for your support and getting the youth to meetings, practices, and activities. We hope
everyone has had as much fun as we had this past year. The biggest thanks goes to the wonderful youth of District Two. You are all a great group of youth, and I am so very proud of each of you. I thank you for your love and the many memories I will cherish my entire lifetime.
August 2014 State YAD . . . A very exciting day once again for our many District Two youth who earned the honor to participate with friends from the six other districts from across the state of Texas. Many of our youth earned first place in crafts, talent, and special category. Three groups of beseda dancers represented District Two. We were very proud of our royalty court - King Jacob Horak, Queen Kacie Vanecek,
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Duke Cody Voigt, and Duchess Makayla Newsom. What an honor to have Queen Kacie of Lodge 48, Beyersville as first runner-up State Queen along with her Duchess Makayla. Our royalty court appeared in the Temple Christmas parade as well as the Fourth of July parade in Belton. And, of course, to end out the great summer of 2014, many District Two youth and their families attended the Corpus Christi Get Away. Their talent continued on with the awesome designs of sand sculptures. Three groups of our District Two Beseda Dancers closed out the month of August performing at Westfest for the Labor Day celebration. What a great time we always have at Westfest!
Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club Shares October Meeting Scenes
Dear Readers, Lodge 25, Ennis met Sunday, September 27, 2015, in the lodge dining room. Under old business, everyone shared how busy their summer was with LIT camp, both YADs, SPJST Camp, Corpus Christi Get Away and Westfest, Six Flags and how much fun they had this summer. Now it’s hard to believe that they are back in school. Ennis’ homecoming was this past
weekend, and I am proud to announce that Paige won EHS 2015 Homecoming Queen! We are all so happy and excited for her. Paige shared with the members about her experience and encouraged everyone to work hard in school this year. Under new business, October events were announced, and everyone is encouraged to attend the Heritage Day at the State Fair on October 11,
LEFT PHOTO: Devin calls the meeting to order. CENTER PHOTO: Dollar door prize winners, left to right, Pierce, Zoe, Lundyn, Makenzie, Hannah, and Preston. RIGHT PHOTO: Birthday “Pardners” Makenzie, Misty, Olivia, and Lisa. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Paige shares her Ennis High School
District Three Fall Meeting in Cottonwood on October 25, Six Flags Fright Fest, and on October 31, our lodge will sponsor a Halloween dance with music featured by the Flashbacks. Prizes will be given for the best costume. Everyone was reminded to participate in the “Design an SPJST Float” contest, and high school seniors were reminded of scholarship opportunities. We will also begin collecting
items for a spring garage sale. Birthdays were announced, and the dollar door prizes were given away. After the meeting, everyone made Christmas cards for the nursing home and snacks were enjoyed by all. See you next month! Fraternally yours, Rita Holland Youth Leader —SPJST—
Homecoming Queen experience. Congratulations, Paige! BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Everyone enjoys snacks after the meeting. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Hayley, Lane, Misty, and Hannah work on Christmas cards for the nursing home.
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September 2014 The annual District Two Fall Meeting held at Lodge 18, Elgin was very well-attended by our youth. Members were very generous in supporting our annual youth silent auction with funds to go to SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm. Many youth and adults participated in the Christmas ornament contest. The cake walk, spinning wheel, soda toss, and several other games were enjoyed. The fall meeting always seems like a great place to pick up on free grocery items. October 2014 The first two weekends of October were fun-filled days, especially for our beseda dancers. The first weekend, all youth members were invited to attend a day at Austin Park ‘n Pizza as our fall activity. It was a super day with activities for all ages. The pizza was delicious, indoor games for all, and rides for all were a lot of fun. The go-carts were on the track constantly with District Two youth. The following Saturday, beseda performers and their families were on the road again, in the same direction, to be treated to a day of fun for all their time and hard work with beseda. We started the day off at Jump Street in Round Rock. What a fun, fun place to visit. The dancers
Lodge 25, Ennis Welcomes New Youth Club Member
CHAD JURIK
Lodge 25, Ennis welcomes Chad Jurik, age 6, as a new youth club member. Chad’s family includes parents Mitch and Linda Jurik, brother Michael, and sister Amanda. Chad enjoys laser tag, video games, and Boy Scouts. He attends St. Joseph Catholic School where he is in the first grade. —SPJST—
(and some adults, too) enjoyed jumping and jumping and jumping. Would you believe after hours of jumping, some still wanted to stay and jump more. Man, was I ever tired from watching all that jumping. By the time we pulled into the parking lot of Gattiland, jumping was forgotten, and pizza was on all our minds. Were we ever hungry? We were welcomed with delicious pizza and coins. We had a fantastic outing . . . thanks to the many supporters of our beseda fundraiser.
November 2014 A lock-in was planned for November which was rescheduled due to a chance of icy roads. So much disappointment, but we wanted everyone safe. Of course, the ice never came. The slow time then began for our youth program. It was a time to sit back, relax, and reminisce about the wonderful summer and all the memories. I really did miss seeing my SPJST family which had been an almost weekly adventure.
December 2014 Well that lock-in that got rescheduled back in November due to the possible ice was rescheduled once again. This time, due to area football playoffs. Many of our favorite teams were in playoffs the weekend before Christmas. Have no fear: 2015 we will have a lock-in! (Save the date—November 13, 2015!) Many youth clubs presented Christmas programs at their home lodges. The beseda dancers and other youth members rode on the beautiful SPJST Float in the Temple Christmas Parade. Our District Queen Two Queen Kacie Vanecek and King Jacob Horak rode in a beautiful Corvette as did Duke Cody Voigt and Duchess Makayla Newsom. District Two was very wellrepresented in the parade. When asking the Royalty Court of their most exciting part of their reign—“riding in Melanie and David’s Corvettes” is always the answer. Melanie and David, your generosity of sharing the Corvettes gives our royalty an added spotlight during their reign. And to those of us who are so honored to drive our royalty court, we feel just as honored. Just ask Director Pospisil or myself. Riding on the floats in the parade is such an honor for our youth also. Everyone loves the fun themes, the beauty, and almost always winning first place. The time put into each float is remarkable. Thank you again, Melanie and David!
Following the Temple Christmas parade, members joined many others at the SPJST Home Office for fun and food. Activities included face painting and also having the choice of a balloon made especially for you in your favorite shape. What a way to represent SPJST! Thank you, thank you! Not only for District Two, but for the entire SPJST Family statewide, we all turned to our Heavenly Father to take care of and heal our beloved Melanie and David, who were seriously injured in a car accident on December 14. After months and months of healing, and Melanie still on the road to recovery, we are thankful and blessed to have them both with us.
January 2015 This was another rather slow month for the youth and leaders. What a way to start off 2015, giving the parents a break to get over the holidays or so it seemed. January ended with the state incentive banquet. Several District Two youth clubs received awards for new members and participation awards. Way to go, District Two Youth! How proud we are of you! Beseda got back to routine practices with several new dancers.
Lodge 185 New Braunfels youth wins at pig wrangling
Dear Readers, I was in a pig wrangling contest this weekend and won! I am so excited. Rileigh Kitchen, age 9 —SPJST—
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February 2015 What a fun Valentine’s Day, not only for youth, but parents, also. It was back to our annual District Two Valentine Skating Party. Many parents dropped their youth off and went to enjoy a couple of hours off with their “sweetheart.” We all enjoyed skating, pizza, drinks, and door prizes. Sadness filled our District Two youth and families when we lost one of our own—Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club member, Leader-in-Training, and friend Garret Sumner. Our hearts and prayers continue for his parents,Angela and Ed, and sisters Emily and Bailey.
March 2015 Youth clubs elected officers for the 2015-2016 youth year. Officers began their elected positions at the June 2015 meeting. The annual District Two Spring Meeting was held at Lodge 29, Taylor. New this year for the youth spring meeting activity was designing a Christmas card which was later to be chosen statewide as an SPJST state Christmas card. There was great participation with some very beautiful designs. District Two Flag Bearers chosen are Trent Wuensche of Lodge
Lodge 185 New Braunfels youth watches The Little Mermaid
Hi, Readers, My mom and I went to the Majestic Theater in San Antonio to watch The Little Mermaid. We got to get dressed up and had a lot of fun! Bye, Madeline Kitchen, age 5 —SPJST—
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48, Beyersville and Journie Gaines of Lodge 20, Granger. I was honored to be chosen as the District Two Youth Counselor along with my assistants Cristy Girod of Lodge 29, Taylor and Amber Bartek of Lodge 47, Seaton. Youth leaders from across the state met in Temple for the weekend to share ideas and suggestions to help our youth program to grow and prosper. We had a great time and a lot of ideas were shared. The following weekend, the District Two Youth Club Workshop was held at the Home Office. Beseda dancers started the day with practice. We had a fantastic day with officers participating in a mock meeting of their elected positions and also future officers taking a role of different offices. There was a lot of candy flying across the room for those who answered “officer” questions correctly. Some members spoke into a microphone for the first time. Groups were rotated with State Youth Director Lynette Talasek leading ice breakers along with team building. An Easter egg hunt was held, and pizza was enjoyed by all.
April 2015 Our annual beseda fundraiser was very successful. Thanks so much to all who participated, donated items, and helped to make the day a success. A special thank you to Lodge 47, Seaton who donated the use of the hall for this event. District Two youth leaders and assistants met for our annual training and informational meeting. There was a lot of planning, sharing ideas, suggestions, setting dates for District Two activities, and definitely visiting. I am so blessed to have such a wonderful group of leaders to work with. What great bonding. Secret Sisters for the previous year were revealed. May 2015 Beseda dancers performed at the Shiloh Inn in Killeen for the Retired Federal Government Employees. These dancers could not have been prouder when they received a standing ovation. They performed again the next day at the SPJST Car Show which was held at Lodge 47, Seaton, and it was great. We all enjoyed walking around and looking at the cool cars. There were also several youth members who participated in the kolache eating contest. Congratulations, winners and also to those who tried. You were great! Most youth clubs in District Two participated in Join Hands Day help-
ing others. Some gave to food pantries, cleaned cemeteries, had bake sales with proceeds going to the needy, worked at a community barbecue fundraiser, or helped at the local animal shelters. Thank you for showing your true fraternalism.
The final two months of our 20142015 youth year were close to an end. However, we all knew they would be the busiest months and most exciting months of the year.
June 2015 District Two Beseda Dancers performed at the Lodge 47, Seaton annual picnic. Dancers and spectators enjoyed this performance under the nice, new, shaded pavilion. Each dancer showed pride in their Czech heritage. I am so proud of all of you! The Leaders-in-Training (LIT) Workshop held at Cooper Farm was awesome. We had 25 teenagers attending from our district. I am so proud of these teenagers’ involvement and enthusiasm throughout the entire weekend. Plans by the LITs were in the works for camp. Approximately 75 youth, friends, and parents enjoyed an evening of swimming at Temple’s Walker Pool for our annual district swim party. It was that time of the year when we get together not only for a fun social, but also to turn in YAD cards. Wow! I knew after that night we would be busy, busy getting ready for District Two Youth Achievement Day . . . only 20 days later.
July 2015 A very, very exciting month with Youth Achievement Day and summer camp! As you can see, District Two never slows down for long. The above is a part of what we do in the SPJST Youth Program with even more activities held within the local lodge. We are proud of our youth and want them to stay involved. Again, thank you to each member of District Two for your love and dedication to our youth program. I am very proud to say I am a part of this wonderful program, and I thank you for giving me the privilege. Please encourage your friends to join in on the fun! Thank you, SPJST for giving us a lifetime of memories. Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—
District Five invites members, friends to enjoy weekend at ENC
Dear Members and Guests of District Five, We have booked SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm for a fun event on Saturday, October 17 through Sunday October 18, 2015. We are to meet at the ENC on Saturday, October 17 at 10:30 a.m. for check-in. We have several things planned for the day and evening as well as the following day. We are asking that you please let us know if you and your family plan on attending so we can purchase the food and advise ENC Director John Hoelscher of how many cabins may be needed. This is open to any member of District Five. You are not required to stay the night;
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however, it is available if you choose. Remember that if you stay the night, you will need to bring all of your bedding, sleep clothes, etc. just as you do for camp, and no open toe shoes are allowed at the ENC. Remember that we need a head count whether you are attending or not. Please don’t assume that we will know one way or the other if you do not respond. You may email DYC Barbara Linney-Gonzales at district5dyc@aol.com or Assistant DYC Michelle Wockenfuss at michellesfarm@aol.com to RSVP. It is imperative that you RSVP. The address to the ENC is: 2001 Waldeck Road Ledbetter Texas 78946 Phone: 979-249-5674
Release forms are required prior to arriving if your parent is not attending. Please let us know if you plan to attend so we can get you a form for your
. . . District Five Members and Guests . . . You’re invited to come out to SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm 2001 Waldeck Road • Ledbetter, TX
Saturday, October 17 and Sunday, October 18 Lots of fun activities are planned for the weekend! Remember that if you stay the night, you will need to bring all of your bedding, sleep clothes, etc. No open toe shoes are allowed at the ENC. Please RSVP to DYC Barbara Linney-Gonzales at district5dyc@aol.com or Assistant DYC Michelle Wockenfuss at michellesfarm@aol.com We hope that you will come out and enjoy the weekend with District Five!
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parent to sign. Remember, Rules of Conduct are followed at all times. I hope to see many of you there and look forward to new faces as well! Fraternally, Michelle Wockenfuss District Five Assistant Youth Counselor —SPJST—
Lodge 29, Taylor youth share summer fun
Fish Fry Help I helped serve at our fish fry for the people who support our barbecue cook-off. It was really fun! McKensie Falk, age 9 •••
Friends, Family in Corpus I had a lot of fun in Corpus with SPJST. I got to see friends from other lodges. I had fun playing ping-pong with my family, and I enjoyed spending time with my family and friends. I can’t wait to go again next year. Brandon Girod, age 13 •••
Corpus Christi Get Away During the summer, I went to Corpus Christi for the SPJST Get Away. It was so much fun. I got to hang out with my friends, swim, and go to the beach. It was so much fun. Hailey Girod, age 11
Fun Helping I helped serve at the mother lodge fish fry. It was really fun to help out. Kaden Kaderka, age 10 •••
Barbecue Appreciation Dinner I helped with our lodge’s barbecue appreciation dinner. I helped take plates when people were done eating and threw them away. Amanda Kaderka, age 9 •••
Westfest Fun I rode in the Westfest parade and we got third place on the float. We were so happy even though it was just third. After the parade, we went to the Westfest grounds, and I danced beseda with District Two at 3 p.m. It was really hot! But, I was happy to go. Kara Kaderka, age 13 •••
Corpus Trip I went to the Corpus trip and had fun at the hotel. We went to the beach and swam in the pool. It was fun, but some kids got stung by jellyfish. It was a four-hour drive, but worth it. I hope to go again next year. Collin Whatley, age 10 —SPJST—
Designed by SPJST Youth Club Brandon Hoelscher State Christmas Card Contest Winner
$10 per order of 25 (includes envelopes) 2015 Christmas Card Order Form
Helping Serve I helped serve at the adult lodge fish fry for the people that help donate for our barbecue cookoff. It was really fun. TJ Hajda, age 9
Cards are now available for order. 25 cards/25 envelopes $10 per order Cards will be mailed after November 1.
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Door Prize Help I helped out with the barbecue dinner. I handed a door prize out, too. It was fun. Lauren Jirasek, age 5
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Third in Horseshoes The Corpus trip was very sunny and fun. We played horseshoes – me and my dad took third place! I also helped with our lodge’s barbecue dinner. The meal was really good, and I had a lot of fun. Aaron Kaderka, age 16
Great Time at Beach During the month of August, all SPJST district youth clubs and general members met at Corpus Christi for a wonderful beach weekend trip. While in Corpus, we reunited with old friends while meeting some new friends as well. We all had a great time at the beach, and I can’t wait to go again next year! Kaitlyn Whatley, age 16
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Thank you for supporting SPJST Youth! Merry Christmas!
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Lodge 88, Houston youth attends Slavic festival
Dear Members, The 52nd Annual Slavic Heritage Festival was on Sunday, September 27, 2015, at Knights of Columbus in Houston, Texas. Many members of SPJST attended. My favorite part of the day was watching all the dancers and singers. There were kolaches, too. I had a lot of fun. Fraternally, Nathan G. Polly, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston youth ready for Czech Day
Dear Members, I went to the Houston Slavic Heritage Festival on Sunday, September 27, 2015. There was lots of music, food, and fun. I liked all the colorful costumes, too. I am looking forward to Czech Day on Sunday, October 11 at Lodge 88, Houston. I am very proud of my family’s Slavic heritage. Fraternally, Jered J. Polly Publicity Committee —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston youth readies for weekend at ENC
Dear Members, Don’t forget about our District Five Lock-in at SPJST ENC on October 17 and 18, 2015. We will meet at the ENC at 10:30 a.m. for check-in. It will be a lot of fun. Make sure you RSVP to DYC Barbara Linney at district5dyc@aol.com or ADYC Michelle Wockenfuss at michellesfarm@aol.com and let them know if you plan on attending or not. They have to prepare for the weekend and food. See you there! Fraternally, Keith Wockenfuss President —SPJST—
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Guardian Angel Catholic Church Harvest Festival and Bazaar
Wallis, Texas Sunday, October 18
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Mass at 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. in the beautiful historical painted church. Barbecue meal follows.
Music Throughout the Day Many Booths • Games • Rides Auction • Prize Drawing Plenty of Cold Drinks
All under protection from rain or shine under two large pavilions and a huge tent.
Great Family Entertainment!
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Brazos Valley CHS VH Czech School sets October 11 of Dallas presents polka mass, Druhá Tráva dinner, dance Vaclav Havel Czech School of Dal-
On October 11, 2015, the Brazos Valley Czech Heritage Society is sponsoring a polka mass, dinner, and dance. The masses will be celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bryan, Texas, at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. The Taylor Czech Chorus will perform during the mass. Dinner will be served at 1 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church Parish Activity Center, located at 600 East 26th Street in Bryan, Texas 77803, followed by the dance at 1:30 p.m. The Praha Brothers will perform for the dance. Ronnie Horcica of KAGC Czech Polka Time will be master of ceremonies. Call for price of adult and child admission for the dinner and dance. Reservations for the dinner and dance must be made in advance by October 5. Please contact Jo Ann 979-2244434 or Lynette (lurbanovsky@gmail.com). Please come with your favorite dance partner, or just bring yourself to the Brazos Valley Czech Heritage Society Celebration! Submitted by, Jo Ann Zaeske Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station —SPJST—
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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, Texas, 6 to approximately 8 p.m. Informal gathering for the purpose of listening to Czech, and reading and speaking Czech.
Second Sunday each Month Czech Language Class—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road on US Highway 77, La Grange, Texas, 1 to 4 p.m. Informal understanding of basic Czech terms, alphabet/conversational Czech, children’s literature, Czech song lyrics. Fee is $10 per person per class. Call or email to verify classes. Pre-registration is suggested, but not required. Call toll free 888-785-4500; 979-9689399; or email info@czechtexas.org
First/Third Tuesdays each Month Tarok Lessons with Tarok Champion Jimmie Coufal—at Czech Heritage Museum, 119 West French Avenue, Temple, 7 p.m.: Designed for all skill levels, beginners to proficient. Come enjoy some inexpensive entertainment; it’s a great social game. Get off your Xbox and join us. Free and open to everyone. For information, call 254-899-2935.
October 10 Big Czechs/Little Czechs Family Day and Exhibit Opening Texas Czechs: Rooted in Tradition—at Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center (CHMGC), 1 to 4 p.m. Free. An afternoon of family-friendly activities around food, kroj, music, and other Texas Czech traditions. This is the opening event for the multi-media exhibit Texas Czechs: Rooted in Tradition, which will be on display through January 9, 2016. Visit polkaworks.org; or call 512-4484536. For Museum hours, call 254-8992935. Submitted by, Dawn Orsak, Lodge 187, Round Rock.
October 10 TCGS All Day Seminar—at Caldwell Civic and Visitor Center, 103 Presidential Corridor Highway 21W, Caldwell. Presentation by Google Specialist and National Speaker Lisa Louise Cooke. Visit www.txczgs.org.
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October 10 Fort Bend County CHS Meeting—at Gus George Law Enforcement Academy, Richmond, around 10 a.m. Socializing begins at 9 a.m. Submitted by Glenn McDonald, FBCCHS Reporter, Lodge 81, Needville.
October 18 Guardian Angel Catholic Church Bazaar and Harvest Festival—at the church grounds, Highway 36 on FM 1952 in Wallis: Mass at 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. in the beautiful, historical painted church. Music, booths, games, rides, auction, prize drawing, and plenty of cold drinks. Barbecue meal will be served. Submitted by Raymond “Lefty” Hanzelka, Lodge 28, East Bernard. See advertisement on page 27 of this week’s Vestnik. October 16, 17 TCHCC Heritage Fest and Muziky—at TCHCC, 250 Fairgrounds Road, La Grange: Friday - Oktoberfest on the deck. Saturday - Biergarten, antique farm equipment/car show, vendors, heritage demonstrations, museum tours, food, amphitheater performance, fireworks finale. See ad on page 29 of this week’s Vestnik.
October 17 21st Annual Česky Večer—at Saint Louis Catholic Parish Wozniak Hall, 7601 Burnet Road, Austin, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.: Entertainment, silent auction, Czech buffet dinner, and music. For information/tickets, contact Treasurer Bernard Tupa at bernard.f.tupa@gmail.com; or 512-2584029; or Committee Chair Alice Kubacak at eliskuba@sbcglobal.net; or 512-4527727. Only 200 tickets available for purchase by October 3. Submitted by Dotty Davis, Secretary, Austin Czech Historical Association.
October 25 Czech-Slovak Heritage Festival—at Knights of Columbus Hall, San Antonio. Festival sponsored by Bexar County CHS. Music, cultural/genealogy displays, silent auction, Czech meal, kolaches/desserts available for sale. Call 210-649-2702 for information and meal ticket prices. Submitted by Alice Vida, Reporter, Bexar County CHS. —SPJST—
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Dinner included. Children 18 and younger are free of charge. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will be served from 5:45 p.m., and the concert will start at 7 p.m. Come one, come all. Don’t let this one go by.They are all superb musicians and winners of the Czech Grammy Award for the Best Country Album of 2012, “Marzipan from Toledo.” The group has been part of the Czech music scene for the past 25 years. Robert Krestan brought another band, Poutníci, to stardom and after dedicating 12 years to them, he moved onto forming Druhá Tráva. The band includes English songs in their USA performance repertoire. We look forward to seeing you there! Nina Marcussen •••
Nenechte si ujít: Do Dallasu přijíždí slavná bluegrassová kapela Druhá Tráva, která je na svém pravidelném podzimním US turné.
Tady najdete story, kterou o nich natočilo NPR a zde jsou jejich webové stránky. Lístky: $20 u dveří, večeře je v ceně. Děti 18 a mladší mají vstup volný. Všichni členové kapely jsou prvotřídními muzikanty, skupina je výhercem České 2012 Grammy za nejlepší country album nazvané Marcipán z Toleda. Druhá Tráva je stálicí ćeské hudební scény již 25 let. Robert Křesťan dovedl nejdříve ke slávě kapelu Poutníky aby po 12 letech založil kapelu novou, současnou Druhou trávu. Skupina do svého zahraničního vystoupení zahrnuje také anglický repertoár. Těším se na viděnou, Nina Marcussen —SPJST—
SPJST Lodge 66, Waco Members 108th Anniversary Luncheon
Saturday November 14, 2015 12 noon to 2 p.m.
at Cottonwood Hall in West Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Lunch served at 12 noon Catered by Michna’s Bar-B-Que
You must RSVP for your meal ticket no later than October 28. Please call: 254-799-4247 (John or Diana Engelke) or 254-799-4510 (Dana McAdams) or 254-829-1802 (Dorothy Veselka) to say if you will be attending the meal. Your call will be your meal reservation. Non-member price is $10 per plate. Cash bar available.
. . . For Members Only . . . Bring this card for door prizes. You must be present to win.
Youth encouraged to document Texas Czech traditions
I want you to know about a contest through the Smithsonian Institution called Global Folklorist Challenge with a deadline of November 30, 2015. They are looking for junior folklorists (age 18 and under) where kids interview members of their community and create short films about a cultural tradition. SPJST youth are encouraged to document Texas Czech traditions. A person might interview an older Texas Czech about: • • • • • •
accordion playing singing Czech songs Czech jokes and sayings they know baking kolaches or other food traditions playing taroky wearing or making kroj
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• folk dancing or the grand march • Sokol • their involvement in fraternal organizations
The interview should be about a skill or activity that a person is considered personally accomplished at (it’s not about history or traditions not practiced any longer). Contest information and last years winning short films can be found at http://challenges.epals.com/folklife2015/the-challenge/ Dawn Orsak Lodge 187, Round Rock —SPJST—
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11 photo montage panels, presenting a contemporary picture of the diversity and richness of Texas Czech culture today. It also includes photographs, artifacts, and short documentary films shown in a multi-media “station.” Topics include taroky, music, language, community celebrations, Sokol, and more. Two public programs are planned in conjunction with the exhibit:
• In honor of Czech Heritage Month in Texas (October), the exhibition’s opening event will be “Big Czechs, Little Czechs,” a day of family activities focused on food, language, kroj, and music. Bring your children and
PolkaWorks’ mission is to highlight unique cultural traditions through documentaries, photography, and public programs designed to educate and inspire. You can contact PolkaWorks at www.polkaworks.org or 512-4484536. —SPJST—
grandchildren on Saturday, October 10 from 1 to 4 p.m. The event is free of charge and open to the public.
• Save the date of Saturday, November 7 for “Gather-Capture-Share,” a workshop on collecting family memories on film, video, and audio.
The Czech Heritage Museum is located at 119 West French Avenue in Temple. For hours and directions, call the Museum at 254-899-2935 or visit czechheritagemuseum.com. Texas Czechs: Rooted in Tradition is made possible in part with major funding from Humanities Texas, KJZT-Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas, KJT-Catholic Union of Texas, and individual sponsors. Local Temple sponsors include the Bell County Historical Commission and Extraco Banks.
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Texas Czech Genealogical Society Website: txczgs.org
Sharon Mena provided an opportunity for children and adults to try on and be photographed in kroj pieces during Family Day at the Institute of Texan Cultures in San Antonio recently.
Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs.”
For membership: Merlene Bravenec 254-778-7285
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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. Directions: Directions: Lodge building is located on Highway 159 East, three blocks from the town square. 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. For information, contact Youth Leader Ronnie Pflughaupt 979-249-6702; rpflughaupt@hotmail.com.
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 Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville, Texas.
Note: Until further notice, youth club meetings will be held with the adult meetings, which are held on the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Note: Lodge meetings are held at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville, the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m.
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) October 11—Ashley reunion October 16—Social, trustee meeting October 17—Urban reunion October 18—Holacka reunion
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. 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. For youth club information, contact Youth Leader Peggy Dobecka 254-799-8550; or dataped@sbcglobal.net
LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of each month, 6 p.m. at Oakriddge Smokehouse Restaurant, Schulenburg.
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 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: 1081 County Road 425, 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: 979-884-1451. 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.
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 18, ELGIN (2) Sunday, October 4—Glen Collins Band, country and western, 3 to 7 p.m. $8 per person. Sunday, October 18—Ennis Czech Boys, polka and waltz, 3 to 7 p.m. $8 per person. Kitchen will be open. Sunday, November 8—Jerry Haisler, polka and waltz, 3 to 7 p.m. $8 per person. Kitchen will be open. Sunday, November 15—Glen Collins Band, country and western, 3 to 7 p.m. $8 per person.
Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information/Country/Western Band Bookings: David Meyer 512-217-0162; Polka Band Bookings: Artie Monson 512-281-3711; Hall phone: 512285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Until further notice, youth club meetings will be held with the adult meetings, which are held on the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Youth Leader David Meyer 512-217-0162.
LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davilla, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Rita Marburger 512-859-2584. Lodge Meetings: First Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall - unless it’s a holiday then the meeting will be held on the second Monday. 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: 254985-2393. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Sunday, October 11—RVOS meeting Saturday, October 24—Dining room booking Saturday, November 21—Private rental Saturday, November 28—Quincinera
Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay on Hwy 287 East until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and go under the overpass at Interstate 45. Go approx. 3/4 mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 972-875-8381; Hall Phone: 972-8758381. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: 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. For information, contact Secretary Helen Kelner 281-3422624. LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) All Wednesday and Friday night dances have free admission. Old-fashioned hamburgers served every Friday beginning at 6 p.m.
Wednesday, October 7—Sam and Bobby Band with guest musician Fritz Hodde, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, October 9—Innovations, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, October 10—Taylor Homecoming Dance upstairs: Old Friends, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 14—SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor monthly meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. Friday, October 16—Old Friends, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, October 17—Pure Country Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Free dance sponsored by RVOS Lodge No. 87. Wednesday, October 21—Sam and Bobby Band with guest musician Fritz Hodde 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, October 23—Edward Kopecky’s Czech Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, October 30—Glen Collins Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, at intersection of State Hwy 95 and US 79 Business (4th Street), turn east on Hwy 79. Proceed to FM 619, turn north (left) and go about .8 mile to the hall. Hall Rental Information: 512-352-9139; Hall Phone: 512-352-9139. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. For youth club information, call Youth Leader Cristy Girod 512-468-1347. Music: First and third Wednesday each month, music by Bobby Jay Five Band, 7 to 10 p.m.; Friday evening, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Old-fashioned hamburgers served every Friday, 6 to 9 p.m.
LODGE 30, TAITON (6) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo. LODGE 32, VICTORIA (6) Lodge Hall: 3502 North Laurent, Victoria. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 35, ELK (3) Saturday, October 17—Midnight Mustangs Saturday, October 31—Gordon Collier Band Saturday, November 14—Lost Heart Highway Saturday, November 21—Cherokee Rose Saturday, November 28—Brett Hendrix Band
Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From IH-35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy. 84 East through Bellmead; go approx. 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy. 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Turn right onto Elk Road; go approx. 1 mile; road will dead end - turn right; go approx. 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Gene Pavelka 254-749-3326; Hall Phone: 254-863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Sales Agents: James (Dude) Mann 254-715-0275 and Gene E. Pavelka 254-749-3326.
LODGE 38, KOVAR (1) Lodge Hall: 278 Zimmerhanzel Road, Flatonia. Hall Rental Information: 512-237-9099/day; 830839-4353/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 979218-3527; FAC Ronnie Roesler 979-406-0158.
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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: Cathy Garcia 979-332-1614; Hall Phone: 979-648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 11:30 a.m. at the hall.
LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca, Texas.
LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Lodge Hall: 10842 State Highway 53, Temple. Directions: Seaton Star Hall is five miles east of Temple on Highway 53 (Adams Avenue). Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Michelle Porubsky 254-493-8020; Hall Phone: 254985-2548. 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. Visit www.seatonstarhall.com.
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 Monday, May 11; Monday, June 15; Monday, July 13; and Monday, August 10 at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the lodge hall.
LODGE 49, ROWENA (4) Lodge Hall: 706 FM 2133, Rowena. Hall Rental Information: 325-442-4841. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month at 1 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 in West. LODGE 63, SWEET HOME (6) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. For meeting location, call 361-594-8429
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. For meeting location, call 940-256-2263
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.
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LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From IH-35 East in Dallas, take IH-20 East. From IH-20 East, take the IH-45 exit toward downtown Dallas. IH-45 runs into Hwy 75. From Hwy 75, take a right at Bryan Street exit. From Bryan Street, turn right on Cantreal Street and go until you come to Floyd Street; take a right on Floyd Street. Hall is the second building on the right. Hall Rental Information: 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: Karin Bryant 254-947-3100 or Judith Little 254-913-8568. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall.
LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) 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: Third Monday, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First 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 713870-7114.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Friday, October 9—Tanglefoot dance, 8 to 11 p.m., $10 - members, $17 - non-members. Sunday, October 11—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 13—Ladies Circle, 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 13—Game night, 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 14—Sportsmans Club, 7:30 to 9:30 pm. This monthly meeting of hunting and fishing enthusiasts with speakers and prize drawings is free and open to the public. Tuesday, October 27—Game night, 7 p.m. Friday, October 30—Al Nelson Concert, $12 includes admission and hamburger dinner with soft drink. Dinner - 6 to 8 p.m.; show - 8 to 10 p.m. Table reservations accepted with paid admissions, first come, first served. Call Jon 817-624-2361.
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 2 or 3 blocks down the road. (A Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner.) Hall Event/Rental Information: Events Manager Jon Durham/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. Game Nights: Second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band plays every first Sunday. Dressy casual. Visit www.nationalhallfortworth.com.
LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Friday in March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. For meeting location, call Secretary Diana Redd 361-649-4388.
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, contact President/Sales Agent John Vrla 214-906-3385; or via 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 Sokol hall. LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at 11 a.m. at The Smith Group Building, 1718 Main Street, Danbury. For information, call 979-922-1279; 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.
LODGE 142, HOUSTON (5) Sunday, October 18 —Lodge meeting at Lodge 88, Houston dining room, at 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Meeting at 2 p.m.; meal served at 1 p.m.
Lodge Meetings: Second or third Sunday of each month - whichever is noted, at 2 p.m., meal served at 1 p.m.; held at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston dining room or annex building - whichever is noted, at 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Youth Club Meetings: Same time/location as adult lodge meetings. For information, contact Lodge 142, Houston President Keith Kieschnick 832-627-2842; or Secretary Alice Jochen 979-743-3613. LODGE 148, EL MATON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at Frank Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month following the adult lodge meeting at Frank Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton.
LODGE 151, WHARTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Wharton Depot Museum, 100 South Sunset Street in Wharton. LODGE 153, LA SALLE (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Mary Jane Sralla 361-782-3374 for meeting location.
LODGE 154, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-20 West exit. Stay on IH-20 West until you come to 820; stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Highway and Azle Street exit. Take Azle Street exit; go to the traffic light. Turn left at the traffic light. Go to the second traffic light, then turn right onto Boat Club Road. Go approx. 2 1/2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: 817-2375181. 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. Contact 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 at 6:30 p.m. at Texas Seafood and Steakhouse, 2209 South Market Street, Brenham. (December meeting/social information will be announced at a later date.) For information, contact Nello and Dorothy Strickland 979-836-2609.
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 held the first Saturday of each month, 7 to 11 p.m., except when noted. Variety dances are held 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: Second Monday of each month, (unless the second 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 at the hall; Board of trustees meet at 6 p.m.; lodge meeting follows at 6:30 p.m. Bingo: Every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; kitchen is open.
LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at Carmine Lions Club Building, 201 Centennial Street, Carmine.
LODGE 180, BURLESON (3) Lodge Information: Check Vestnik for location; or call 817-558-2400; 972-268-0022; or 817-905-2097. Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m.
LODGE 181, CONROE (5) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. at Central Library in Conroe. For more information, contact Barbara Williams-Rash 936-2957778; via email b.d.willrash@att.net; or Patsy McClellan 936-788-5714; or via email pmcclellan@consolidated.net. Youth Club Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at Conroe Public Library.
LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Same time and place as adult lodge meeting.
LODGE 183, ARLINGTON (3) Lodge Hall: 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane, Arlington. Directions: Take IH-35 West to Fort Worth. Take IH20 East exit and proceed on IH-20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North and stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Take a right on Mayfield; go down and take a left on Pleasant Valley Lane. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: 817-4658538; 214-876-9029. Lodge Meetings: Third 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 830625-8262 for meeting date/time/location.
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LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy. 36, Caldwell. Directions: Lodge building is just off Hwy. 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: 979-567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Social games: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002.
LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Hall Rental Information: 512-255-1554; 512-771-4948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 to 3 p.m. at the hall followed by entertainment and potluck meal. LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at (unless otherwise noted) C and J Barbecue, 1010 South Texas Avenue in Bryan.
LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Friday, October 16—Glenn Lendermann and Friends Friday, November 20—Nathan Ham and the Country Boys
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 to 10 p.m. Please continue to bring finger foods for the snack table.
LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Lodge Hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Directions: Off Hwy 290 West at Skinner. Hall Rental Information: 281-351-1045; Hall Phone: 281-3739482. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, at 1 p.m. at the hall. Covered dish meal will be served.
LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY (2) Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at Taylor Hall/Bruceville-Eddy Senior Center, 100 Fourth Street in Eddy.
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 at 1:15 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 normkneschk@gmail.com. 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: Second Saturday of January, March, May, July, and September at 6:30 p.m. at Tahoka Housing Authority (small room - 1400 Ave K). For any questions, call Secretary Pam Lehmann 806-535-8356. Youth Club Meetings: For location/time, contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams 806-990-3351. 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 Secretary Tammy Copeland 325-3334089 for meeting location.
LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT (2) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at SPJST Home Office, 520 North Main Street, Temple, 12 noon. For information, contact President James L. Lee, III 254-289-6816. LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) Lodge Meetings: For meeting date, location, and time, contact President Chester Jenke 210-4133053 or Treasurer Colleen Jenke 210-215-949 —SPJST—
October is Czech Heritage Month in Texas
Czech Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the rich ethnic heritage of Czech Americans and the many contributions they have made to American culture. To celebrate the month, the Vestnik invites you to participate in these Czech Heritage Month Fun Activities. Several Czech-themed prizes will be awarded in a drawing from all entries received. Entries must be received by October 21, 2015. Winners will be announced in the October 28 Vestnik. Mail your entry to: SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503
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Czech and Moravian people journeyed several weeks by ship over treacherous seas for a new home and new opportunity in America.
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In Texas, small communities settled by Czech immigrants were named for villages they had left in their Czech homeland.
Nearly 100 settlements in Texas have had Czech names. Some of these settlements were and are especially important because of the early date they were established or because they were the site of an historic church, school, lodge hall, printing press, or other building or institution. Name three Texas settlements with Czech names.
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http://www.czechheritage.org/communities.html
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