Volume 104 Number 7
ˇ ´ VESTNIK S P J S T Benevolence
H E R A L D
★ Humanity
ISSN —07458800
★ Brotherhood
February 17, 2016
Seeking the Treasures of SPJST - January Top Agents
1st - Certificates Issued 3rd - Annualized Premium $300 Award
1st - Annualized Premium 3rd - Certificates Issued $300 Award
Ray Esparza
Patsy Koslovsky, FIC
Lodge 76, Wichita Falls District Four
Lodge 47, Seaton District Two
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Important Dates ...................................3 Interest Rates ......................................3 Convention 2016 Information.............4 Seeking the Treasures of SPJST........6 Supreme Lodge Meeting Minutes .....7 Lodge Section....................................14
2nd - Certificates Issued 4th - Certificates Issued 2nd - Annualized Premium 4th - Annualized Premium $100 Award $100 Award
Gilberto Aldaz
Lodge 219, El Paso District Four
Tarok Time
Sheldon Holub, FIC
Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje District Six
Lodge 47, Seaton members Danny Stepan and Carolyn Coufal review paperwork at the State Tarok Tournament held Saturday, February 6 at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. See page 13 for tournament results and photos.
Inside Th is Week’s Vestnik
Youth Section ....................................23 In Memoriam ......................................26 Czech Culture ....................................27 Advertisements ............................28-29 Lodge Calendar .................................30 Insure Your Love ...............................32
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District Six Cemetery Organization meets
5th - Certificates Issued 5th - Annualized Premium $100 Award
David Pechal
Lodge 47, Seaton District Two
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S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Community receives award
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Lodge 30 Taiton Youth Club celebrates Valentine’s Day
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Editor’s Note
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Special Awards Banquet Issue Coming
SPJST HERALD
SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 800-727-7578 • 254-773-1575 Fax: 254-774-7447 www.spjst.org VESTNIK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 • Mobile: 254-534-0807 VESTNIK Fax: 254-773-8087
email: m e l a n i e z @ v v m . c o m
SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 Mobile: 254-534-2902 • Home: 254-985-0007 email: vanicek@spjst.com VICE PRESIDENT 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 4188 FM 1303, Floresville, Texas 78114-2912 Home: 830-393-2872 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, 77853 • 979-884-0807 - sharonTexas russell28@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 77437 - 979-543-7120 Campo, Texas 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 - Oscar Korus, 2565 Bruce Road, Poteet, Texas 78065 - 830-391-4169 - oscarkorus@gmail.com
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 marceil@cvctx.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 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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Next week’s February 24 Vest-
nik will not be a regular issue. It will feature all of the 2015 incentive program winners and everyone who was honored at the SPJST Awards Banquet. This will be printed in lieu of a regular Vestnik issue. “We Will Remember” Fort Hood Memorial To Be Dedicated on March 11 The City of Killeen and the 5 November, 2009 Memorial Committee shared a very special invitation to SPJST members (see page 1). The 5 November, 2009 Fort Hood Memorial at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center will be dedicated in a formal ceremony on Friday, March 11 at 3 p.m. The memorial is located at 3601 South WS Young Drive in Killeen, Texas. SPJST lodges raised more than $100,000 for the project, and these combined SPJST donations are the largest contribution to the project. The memorial came about through an idea from past Fraternal Field Manager Hiram Dixon. He took the idea to his supervisor Gene McBride who then shared the idea with Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek. SPJST representatives then met with City of Killeen representatives and . . . the rest is history. What a beautiful, lasting tribute this will be to those who gave their lives on that VESTNIK
cold November day. SPJST members are invited and encouraged to attend the formal ceremony and dedication of the Memorial on Friday, March 11 at 3 p.m.
In Loving Memory Just as we were putting this week’s issue to bed, we received phone call with very sad news that our beloved District Three Publication Committee member Bessie Petr of Lodge 84, Dallas passed away early this morning (February 12). Sister Bessie has devoted her life to SPJST and has served in many roles - lodge officer, youth leader, sales agent, District Youth Counselor, convention delegate, Publication Committee member. Her leadership has touched many lives for several generations on all levels - local lodge, district, and state. Her legacy in SPJST will live on through those she impacted. As of Vestnik press time, services were still pending.
Correction The photo of President Vanicek, Maxine Sefcik, and me in my editorial on February 3 should say “Representing 46 years of Vestnik leadership” - instead of 16 years. Thanks to those who called in about the error. I guess my fingers got a little carried away, and I typed a “1” instead of a “4”! —SPJST—
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Family Fun and Important Dates
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March 6 March 6 March 13 March 13 March 19 March 19 March 25 March 31 April 2 April 3
Presidents’ Day • SPJST Home Office Closed Lodge 101, Gainesville Reorganizational Meeting Neu Ranch House, Gainesville (3) District Two Skating Party Wheel’s Family Skating Center (2) District Three Delegates’ Meeting Lodge 183, Arlington Special Vestnik Featuring the 2016 SPJST Awards Banquet Standing Committee Pre-Convention Forum SPJST Home Office, Temple Lodge 25, Ennis Fundraiser (3) Frank Klinkovsky, Sr. Memorial Tarok Tournament (2) Lodge 47, Seaton State Straight Domino Tournament SPJST Home Office, Temple Lodge 6, Cottonwood Easter Party (3) Lodge 196, Houston-West Easter Party (5) Daylight Saving Time Begins Lodge 48, Beyersville Youth Club Easter Egg Hunt (2) Youth Leaders Workshop • Temple Lodge 88, Houston Easter Party (5) Good Friday • SPJST Home Office Closed 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive Ends State 42 Domino Tournament SPJST Home Office, Temple District Six Spring Meeting Lodge 23, Moravia
Readers Write
Seaton Brethren Church to host annual sausage supper at Star Hall
Seaton Brethren Church’s annual sausage supper fundraiser is Saturday, February 20, 2016, beginning at 4 p.m. until the sausage is gone. The menu consists of homemade pork sausage, sauerkraut, new potatoes, seasoned green beans, bread, homemade desserts, and tea or coffee. Dine in or drive-thru plates will be available for $9 each. The location of the supper
will be at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall, 10842 State Highway 53, Temple (Seaton). There will also be a bake sale consisting of kolaches, pies, cakes, strudels, and other baked goods along with a prize drawing and a silent auction. Proceeds will benefit the ministry of the church and other projects. The public is invited. Fraternally, Helen Haisler Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
SPJST INTEREST RATES . . . 02/01/2016 - 04/30/2016 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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To: Bessie Petr Mom, you are my Angel here on earth. I learned so much from you. You are so gentle and so kind. Your smile would always see me through. You are more than a mother, you’re are my best friend and a great listener, too. Oh, how I love our little talks and all the fun things we do. Mom, I can never say goodbye to you because I could never bear the pain. Instead I want to say how much you mean to me, and you will always be in my heart. Happy Valentine’s Day! Love from: Lynda Novak § § § § § § §
To: Meribeth Banaschik Jamie Novak There is nothing more rewarding in life than watching our daughters grow into such inspirational, compassionate, and dedicated women. Life rarely gets you down, but when it does, you brush yourself off and get right back up again, and that is something to be proud of. Not all parents are able to feel the pride we feel when we think of you. You are the most amazing women! Happy Valentine’s Day Love from: Mom Lynda Novak
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To: JJ and CJ Novak You bring us so much pleasure in our hearts and we treasure our moments together. But now that you guys are all grown up, we love you even more! Happy Valentine’s Day, Son! Love from: Mom § § § § § § §
To: Cherri Petr Meribeth Banaschik Leslie Sims So, of course, it’s no coincidence your birthday comes today on Valentine’s Day . . . for you are so special, it was bound to happen just that way! Happy Birthday, Valentine girls! I love you very much! From: Lynda Novak/Mom § § § § § § §
To: Zoe Petr Molly Novak Lainey Novak A magical wish on Valentine’s Day is bound to come true if it’s made especially for some special Princesses like you! Happy Valentine’s Day, my Sweetness! Love from: Aunt Lynda/Mamaw Lynda Novak § § § § § § §
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To: Jim Novak I love a man who’s a stand up guy . . . a man who does the right thing whether it gets noticed or not, a man who’s got strong convictions but a tender heart, a man who isn’t afraid to get his hands dirty, a man who sees to it that his family’s safe and loved, and his lady gets spoiled a little now and then, a man who makes me feel like I am the luckiest woman in the world, just knowing he is mine and that man is you Jim Novak. Thank you for all you do for me and helping me with my mother! Happy Valentine’s Day! Love from: Lynda Novak § § § § § § §
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To: Grandson Caseton You are our happiness, You are our sunshine, You are the key that unlocks all the joy within our hearts. From: Pappy and Dede Veselka § § § § § § §
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Hiram Dixon announces candidacy for Vice President Dear Members, I would like to announce my candidacy for the office of Vice President for SPJST in the upcoming convention in June 2016. I know the office of Vice President requires an extensive knowledge of the life insurance industry. I have over 35 years of life insurance experience. It requires staying abreast of all applicable state and national laws. I will work diligently to keep myself, our agents, and SPJST in compliance with the insurance laws. It requires leadership form the top down. I have worked as a leader in our society as a Fraternal Field Representative for over seven years until I retired in November 2014. Retirement is boring! The office of the Vice President requires strong communication with all officers and directors, but most importantly, to and from our agents. It requires a Vice President that can and will work in the field with our managers, agents, and for our members. I greatly enjoyed working in the field for our members with agents and will continue to do so, if elected. These are but a few of the things required of the Vice President, and I will devote all of my energy and time to accomplish all things required to help SPJST grow. I believe we must look at the distribution system we use in getting our product (life insurance, annuities and fraternalism) to the market place so that we can garner our fair share of the market. We must continue to have career fraternal agents that work for SPJST in our lodges helping to meet the needs of our existing members. We need to reward and compensate those fraternal agents in a manner that would be conducive for continued growth of our lodges. I believe in order to grow our company, our lodges, and the membership of SPJST, we need to expand our efforts through technical avenues and the recruiting of qualified sales agents. I feel that we must set up webinar training programs for our existing agents and make it mandatory for new agents to train them on the way of SPJST. We are not like any other insurance company—we are unique and much better because we have the added value of fraternalism. I know that it is imperative that we have complete and open communications with our members, agents, and managers. I will set in place techniques that will ensure that all communica-
tions are answered in a timely manner. It is essential that we increase the membership of SPJST, and we can do that through encouragement of our sales agents. Motivation to successfully complete a task comes from within oneself, and the best thing a manager can do is create an environment that is conducive for an agent to have the desire to be successful. I will create that environment. As to my qualifications to be Vice President, I have been a member of SPJST since July 2007 and hold the proper life insurance license issued by the State of Texas. I have designations of Life Underwriters Training Council Fellow (LUTCF), Fraternal Insurance Council Fellow (FICF), and Certified Fraternal Field Manager (CFFM). I am currently a member of SPJST Lodge 183, Arlington. I have served as secretary/treasurer, vice president, and president of Lodge 87, Temple. I have set up and conducted training classes for Districts One, Two, Three, Five, Six, and Seven. I have revamped and improved continuing education classes for SPJST agents. I have worked as a State Field Representative/Fraternal Field Manager in several districts. Thank you for taking the time to read this announcement, and I kindly ask for your support at the upcoming convention. I would be honored to serve as Vice President of SPJST. If you would like to visit with me at any time, please feel free to call me at 254-231-7722 or email at hadixon2003@yahoo.com. Fraternally, Hiram Dixon LUTCF, FICF, CFFM —SPJST—
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Mark Childres announces candidacy for District Five Director It is with great honor and appreciation that I have the opportunity to run for District Five Director of SPJST. Ladies and Gentlemen of District Five, my name is Mark Childres, and I would be honored to serve as your director of this great district. I have people ask me why are you involved with SPJST? What is SPJST all about? My answer is simple, our youth. Nothing is more important than raising our children to be meaningful members of society and helping our members prepare for their future. In today’s society, so many children are not raised in a healthy home environment. SPJST is working very hard to change this trend by developing family activities that enrich quality time with family and friends. I have been a business owner for the last 12 years helping people with their health, medicare, and life insurance needs. There is not one insurance policy or certificate that meets everyone needs. You must be a good listener to be able to enroll members in the right SPJST Life Insurance product the first time. One of my goals will be working on increasing our youth participation in SPJST and adding more youth clubs. Lodge 196, Houston-West has decided to start a youth club and is currently working on achieving this goal. We must continue to add younger members to SPJST so we can continue to grow and offset the ongoing challenge fraternals face of declining membership. Another one of my goals is to help District Five and all SPJST sales agents increase our life insurance sales. I will accomplish this by educating our sales agents on promoting the valuable fraternal benefits that are included with SPJST Life Insurance products. I believe that we can all do a better job of promoting our fraternal benefits, which will increase our life insurance sales and increase our membership. I did not grow up with SPJST, but as the saying goes, I got here as fast as I could. I have been a member since 2011, actively supporting Lodge 196. My first year at Lodge 196, I was the vice president. Starting in 2012 until present, I have been president of Lodge 196. In order to help people solve their needs, it takes a good listener, which is one of my strongest assets. I have been a problem solver, both in the corporate world as a business owner, and in my
personal life. I believe my insurance background totaling 15 years and working with people to help them grow as a person will be very beneficial for District Five. I believe these are qualities one needs to help a company grow, and that is what I can bring to SPJST. I am known as a problem solver and a diplomat. I will be open-minded to hearing all information available towards making my decision in the best interest of SPJST. I have dealt with all types of personalities and egos, and this has helped me become successful in business and in life. My past experience includes 16 years of management experience including area manager of an 11-office operation in Houston and San Antonio, managing all 60 employees. These 11 offices were set up as separate profit centers. I taught these employees how to run a profitable operation, which allowed them to grow in the company, receive promotions, and their efforts allowed them to increase their production and income. I also have a background in the oilfield industry, radio, and music. I have been married to my lovely wife Lester for 32 years. She has been very supportive in helping me with my SPJST responsibilities. Although we do not have children, if we did, they would be active with SPJST as well. I am a graduate of Sam Houston State University Class of 1981. SPJST accomplishments are State Career Top Agent - Insurance Issued in 2012, District Five Career Top Agent Certificates Issued and Insurance Issued in 2012, District Five Top Career Agent - Most Insurance Issued and Highest Earned Premium in 2013, and Million Dollar Producer in 2012 and
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2013. I enjoy working with people and making them feel good about themselves and their future. In closing, we need to recruit more young people to help carry on the SPJST tradition. This will be done in part through our current youth and their parents inviting their friends to SPJST activities, so they too can see what the wonderful SPJST Society is all about. We are here for the good of our chil-
dren and supporting our community. SPJST provides a wholesome environment that makes you feel good about supporting SPJST. Again, I would be honored to serve as your District Five Director and ask for your support. I truly believe together we can make a substantial difference. Fraternally, Mark Childres —SPJST—
Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek (i)
District Two Director Jesse Pospisil (i)
Announced Candidates as of Feb. 11 Supreme Lodge Vice President Delisle Doherty Clifton Coufal (i) David Pechal Hiram Dixon
District Three Director John Engelke (i)
Vestnik Editor/ Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny (i)
District Six Director Karen Kaspar (i)
Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska (i)
District One Director Donnie Victorick (i)
District Four Director Billy Rollwitz (i) District Five Director Bradley Stavinoha Don Fruin Mark Childres
District Seven Director Bob Bayer (i) Donnie Howard
From the Finance Committee writing, before April 13, 2016, which Finance is 60 days before the Convention, or it cannot be considered. Committee sets Please send your request to Chairrequest deadline man Dewyan Weise. See contact inforAny request for donations or financial assistance that requires Finance Committee review must be in the hands of the Finance Committee, in
mation in the Vestnik on page 2. Fraternally, Marceil Malak, Secretary Finance Committee —SPJST—
From the Districts recommendations that were printed in District Three the September 9, 2015, Vestnik. Bring delegates meet any questions and concerns to the meeting so we can discuss them. this Satuday Lodge 6, Cottonwood has volun-
The second District Three delegates’ meeting will be Saturday, February 20, 2016, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Lodge 183, Arlington. Please read, study, and review your by-laws and the SPJST Special Structure Committee’s proposed by-law
teered for the third meeting in March. A date will be announced soon. Fraternally, Kay Lynn Kovar By-Law Committee District Three Representative —SPJST—
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2016 Convention Program Book
Advertising open for convention souvenir book
Dear Members and Friends, The 32nd SPJST Convention will be held June 13 to 15, 2016, at Killeen Civic and Conference Center in Killeen, Texas. Plans include publishing a souvenir program book, and you are cordially invited to place an advertisement in the book. The Official Convention Souvenir Program Book will be distributed to approximately 300 delegates and visitors at the convention. All advertisers will receive a complimentary book. Prices for advertisements in the Official Convention Souvenir Program Book are: Full Page Ad — $100 Half Page Ad — $60 Quarter Page Ad — $35 Eighth Page Ad — $20 In Memoriam — $10 (photo can be included) Well Wish Greeting — $5 (one line of text)
All advertisements will be printed in full color. The SPJST Vestnik/Communication Department is available to assist with ad design. Please include the text for the ad and photos or clip art im-
ages. Digital images saved in TIFF, EPS, JPEG, or PDF files will work best. Digital-ready advertisements should be saved as PDF files. All text, photographs, or digital files must be received with payment by April 4, 2016. Please mail or email to: SPJST Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503-0100 email: melaniez@vvm.com
If you wish to place an advertisement in the book, please mail or email your information as soon as possible. Checks made payable to SPJST can be mailed to the address above and must accompany advertisement information by April 4. All proceeds from advertisement sales will go to Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center and SPJST Education and Nature Center. We look forward to hearing from you. For questions or additional information, please contact the SPJST Vestnik/Communication Department at 800-727-7578 or email melaniez@vvm.com. Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication —SPJST—
From the By-Law Committee
By-Law Committee readies for 2016 Convention
Dear Members, The 2016 Convention begins on Monday, June 13 at Killeen Civic and Conference Center. Under “Supreme Lodge” on page 4, a screening process will be established “for the purpose of reviewing all qualifications of submitted candidates for Supreme Lodge Officers, Editor/Director of Communication, and seven directors. The screening committee has the right to gather additional background information, submit the slate of qualified candidates to the delegates 90 days prior to convention, and shall have the discretion to consult with personnel with legal and human resource
expertise to assure compliance with current labor laws. The By-Law Committee will be the screening committee.” Sunday, March 13 (90 Days Prior to Convention) By-Law Committee submits slate of qualified candidates to delegates through the Vestnik. Wednesday, April 13 (60 Days Prior to Convention) Deadline for recommendations for changes to the By-Laws. Recommendations must be signed and submitted to any member of the By-Law Committee listed on page 2 of each Vestnik. Fraternally, Ronnie Rieger, Chairman By-Law Committee —SPJST—
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Seeking the Treasures of SPJST Statewide Goal: 1,200 Certificates Issued Through January: 68 Certificates Issued
Membership Program Update SPJST Mission Statement Insuring and Enriching Lives.
SPJST Vision Statement
Our vision is to provide a wholesome family environment; to encourage cherished Czech traditions; and to provide high quality, competitive life insurance for our members.
Lodge Incentive Guidelines
The 2016 Lodge Incentive Guidelines will include membership program incentives and be based upon premium income generated by the lodges. The formula for calculating the Enhanced Premium Refund is:
1. $1.00 for each paid-up certificate; and 2. 2.80% of the lodge’s annual earned premium.
To receive the Enhanced Premium Refund, lodges must meet the following three-point criteria:
1. Hold regular lodge meetings in accordance with Article 50 of the SPJST By-Laws and offer a wellrounded fraternal program. 2. Return all requested paperwork on time by the due date.
3. Submit regular letters/photos to the Vestnik.
For lodge incentive updates, please contact the Financial Secretary’s Department. —SPJST—
SPJST Monthly Insurance Report Through January
MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND ANNUALIZED PREMIUM
Dist. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals
Apps. 11 19 7 27 8 10 5 0 87
Written $1,965,000.00 518,000.00 600,000.00 1,583,000.00 405,000.00 730,000.00 115,000.00 0 $5,916,000.00
Certs. Issued Annualized Prem. 5 $150,000.00 $ 1,853.64 14 268,000.00 12,893.70 5 75,000.00 2,146.74 21 1,082,540.00 14,067.40 8 695,000.00 4,265.04 10 373,106.00 4,864.85 5 185,000.00 2,603.40 0 0 0 68 $2,828,646.00 $42,694.77
YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND ANNUALIZED PREMIUM
Dist. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals
Apps. 11 19 7 27 8 10 5 0 87
Written $1,965,000.00 518,000.00 600,000.00 1,583,000.00 405,000.00 730,000.00 115,000.00 0 $5,916,000.00
Certs. Issued Annualized Prem. 5 $150,000.00 $ 1,853.64 14 268,000.00 12,893.70 5 75,000.00 2,146.74 21 1,082,540.00 14,067.40 8 695,000.00 4,265.04 10 373,106.00 4,864.85 5 185,000.00 2,603.40 0 0 0 68 $2,828,646.00 $42,694.77
Member Referral Incentive
All referral cards received during a given month go into a drawing for three $25 Walmart gift cards. All referral cards received during the year will go into a drawing for five $100 Walmart gift cards to be awarded at the 2016 SPJST Awards Banquet.
Riley Breanne Green
Bailee Beckendorf
Lodge 9, Snook • District One
Lodge 182, Falls County • District Two
Kayln Robicheaux
Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy • District Two
SPJST Records 34 Referrals
Through the end of January 2016, the following individuals contribute 34 referrals during Seeking the Treasures of SPJST Membership Drive. Lodge
0 9 24 24 47
Member’s Name
Referrals
Holly Knecht Riley Breanne Green Margaret Campbell Lisa Kirby Joyce Pechal
1 6 1 1 2
47 47 80 87 182 182 182 200 246 246
Lori Slack Donica Zabcik Linda Hill Billye Westlake Bailee Beckendorf Paetyn Beckendorf Tynlee Beckendorf Kayln Robicheaux Tamara Gettys Marissa Salinas —SPJST—
1 6 3 2 2 1 1 1 2 4
SPJST Youth Clubs’ Update
DISTRICT ONE YOUTH CLUBS
Lodge No.
9 17 186
Youth Club Name
Snook Youth Club New Tabor Youth Club Caldwell Youth Club
Certs. Issued
0 0 0
DISTRICT TWO YOUTH CLUBS
Lodge No.
24 29 47 48 80
Youth Club Name
Cyclone Youth Club Taylor Youth Club Seaton Youth Club Beyersville Youth Club Holland Youth Club
Certs. Issued
0 0 0 0 0
DISTRICT THREE YOUTH CLUBS
Lodge No.
6 25 84 154
Youth Club Name
Cottonwood Youth Club Ennis Youth Club Dallas Youth Club Fort Worth Youth Club
Certs. Issued
0 0 0 0
DISTRICT FOUR YOUTH CLUBS Lodge No.
49
Youth Club Name
Rowena Youth Club
Certs. Issued
0
DISTRICT FIVE YOUTH CLUBS
Lodge No.
81 88 162
Youth Club Name
Needville Youth Club Houston Youth Club Iowa Colony Youth Club
Certs. Issued
DISTRICT SIX YOUTH CLUBS
Lodge No.
30 40 148
Youth Club Name
0 0 0
Certs. Issued
Taiton Youth Club El Campo-Hillje Youth Club El Maton Youth Club
0 0 0
DISTRICT SEVEN YOUTH CLUBS Lodge No.
185 202
Youth Club Name
Certs. Issued
New Braunfels Youth Club Jourdanton Youth Club
0 0
Listing reflects youth clubs whose quarterly reports were received by January 31, 2016, and youth clubs that are active. —SPJST—
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Minutes January 19 and 20, 2016 Regular Meeting of the Supreme Lodge SPJST held at the Home Office, Temple, Texas
PRESIDING: The meeting was called to order by Supreme Lodge Chairman Donnie Victorick on January 19, 2016, at 8 a.m.
ATTENDING: Supreme Lodge - Brian Vanicek, President; Clifton Coufal, Vice President; Leonard Mikeska, Secretary-Treasurer; Donnie Victorick - District One/ Chairman; Jesse Pospisil - District Two; John Engelke - District Three; Billy Rollwitz District Four; Larry W. Pflughaupt - District Five; Karen Kaspar - District Six/Vice Chairman; Robert J. Bayer - District Seven. Officer - Roy Vajdak, Financial Secretary.
OPENING OF MEETING The meeting was opened by Chairman Victorick with a welcome and recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed in respect to our departed members and in honor of our armed forces. Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska led the Supreme Lodge in an opening prayer. Don Fruin of Lodge 196, Houston-West visited the meeting. He was welcomed by Chairman Victorick and other Supreme Lodge members.
ANNOUNCEMENTS President Vanicek announced that Consultant Buddie Ballard of Alpha Capital Management will present a report on investment performance on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Representatives from Allen Bailey’s office will visit the meeting this afternoon.
Director Pflughaupt was honored with a dinner the previous evening for 15 years of service. He was congratulated. Director Kaspar will be honored with a dinner on Tuesday evening for 15 years of service. Dorothy Stuchly will be honored for 50 years of service with a noon luncheon tomorrow.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF OCTOBER 20 AND 21, 2015 REGULAR MEETING The minutes were considered page by page. The minutes were approved as presented on motion by Director Bayer, seconded by Director Kaspar, and carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF DECEMBER 7, 2015 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING The minutes were considered page by page. The minutes were approved as presented on motion by Director Kaspar, seconded by Director Rollwitz, and carried unanimously. MINUTES OF OFFICERS’ MEETINGS CONCERNING INVESTMENTS The minutes of eight officers’ meetings concerning investments were presented. They are: October – 1, 16, 19, 23 November – 3, 18 December – 11, 29
Additional information was given on selected items. Director Bayer moved and Director Pflughaupt seconded that the minutes be acknowledged as presented, and the motion carried unanimously.
MANAGEMENT TEAM MEETING NOTES Opportunity was given to review the weekly Management Team meeting notes. Additional information was asked and shared on various matters that came up during the team meetings. Clarification was asked on various reports and decisions made by the Management Team as recorded in the Management Team meeting notes. Suggestions were made relative to specific items that came up during several team meetings.
The team meeting notes were ratified on motion by Director Bayer, seconded by Director Pospisil, and the motion carried unanimously.
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EXECUTIVE MINUTES The meeting went into executive session from 8:50 until 9:25 a.m. to consider executive minutes. Recess was taken from 9:25 until 9:40 a.m.
OLD BUSINESS President Vanicek reviewed the Finance Committee recommendations for various convention reimbursements.
AUDIT REPORT Director Kaspar presented the report of the audit conducted the previous day. Director Kaspar reported that the audit committee met with each of the officers. She reported on meeting with President Vanicek, Vice President Coufal, Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska, and Financial Secretary Vajdak.
The interview revealed that President Vanicek had been instrumental in moving the organization forward. Vice President Coufal has managed the Vice President’s Department in a highly positive manner and was lauded for good management of the marketing area. Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska received positive comments about financial progress made by SPJST. Financial Secretary Vajdak has made significant progress in many important areas, and his management was important to the progress we have made. The audit committee was complimentary of all departments. The cross training that has taken place is to be praised. Director Kaspar reported that teamwork and the positive environment by the management is very good. She stated her conclusion that we must meet the challenges we face as a team united to move SPJST forward.
Director Pospisil was positive about the audit report, and Director Engelke was positive about the detailed reports furnished by Financial Secretary Vajdak.
Don Fruin was invited to speak, and he shared brief comments.
STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR’S REPORT State Youth Director Lynette Talasek referred to her detailed, written report. The report included the State Youth Director’s daily time record, upcoming activities, a 20152016 second quarter report, and camp allocation.
State Youth Director Talasek discussed introductory activities for children who are not yet old enough to participate. When they come of age, they will already be familiar with the youth program.
There was a general discussion about creating activities that would motivate youth to attend spring district activities and other events. An example cited was a community tree planting.
STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR’S REPORT State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Frank Horak referred to a detailed report of activities from lodges. He reviewed the efforts to get current reports from lodges. There was a general discussion about efforts to get lodges active.
Director Pospisil moved that the camp allocation be paid early. Director Kaspar seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
HUMAN RESOURCE ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT Human Resource Administrator Klinkovsky referred to her detailed, written report.
Human Resource Administrator Klinkovsky reported that AED equipment was installed in the Home Office, and 15 employees have completed certification training.
Human Resource Administrator Klinkovsky reported on the result of bids for group healthcare for employees. The group will continue with Scott and White Health Plan.
Human Resource Administrator Klinkovsky reported that the Fort Hood Memorial will be dedicated on March 11, 2016. SPJST continues to be the major contributor. PRESIDENT’S REPORT President Vanicek discussed efforts taken to reorganize lodges assuring that members in those areas have an active lodge to attend.
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President Vanicek is the president of the Fraternal Alliance of Texas (FAOT). He reported he will be taking actions to make the FAOT more relevant. Plans are being made in cooperation with the FIC Section for this year’s meeting. President Vanicek discussed SPJST presence at events.
President Vanicek reported that our Open House in the Home Office in December was an excellent event. Recess was taken from 11:35 until 11:40 a.m.
VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT Vice President Coufal referred to a detailed report on sales. The report presented comparisons between 2014 and 2015. The reports showed an 18 percent increase in certificates issued and a 7 percent increase in insurance issued.
Reviewing the production report, it was determined that a number of agents have not produced any business for three years. It was decided that directors will review the list prior to removing any sales agents from active status. Recess for lunch was taken from 12 noon until 12:50 p.m.
Vice President Coufal presented the agents pending report and the advertising/promotional report.
PERSISTENCY Vice President Coufal referred to the report on persistency by districts and the company. The detailed reports covered several measurement periods. The overall reports indicated persistency has improved dramatically. The reports indicate that our sales agents are placing good business on our books.
ANNUAL REVIEW Vice President Coufal gave an update on annual reviews conducted by sales agents. Results indicate that we are making good progress.
ERRORS REPORT Vice President Coufal reported that there has been improvement in errors reports on new business submitted.
ACTUARY’S REPORT Susan Abbott and Jason Duarte were present to report details on the new illustration system. They conducted a demonstration of the new web based system. The system was viewed by the Supreme Lodge and found to be very desirable and capable. Director Pflughaupt moved that we proceed with contracting the new web based illustration system with Allen Bailey and Associates. Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska seconded the motion. The motion was tabled until later this meeting. Recess was taken from 2:15 until 2:25 p.m.
The tabled motion to approve the web based illustration was taken from the floor. Other options were reviewed including another bid with a higher cost. Vote was taken, and the motion to approve the web based illustration system carried with nine in favor and one opposed. Voting in favor: President Vanicek, Vice President Coufal, SecretaryTreasurer Mikeska, Director Victorick, Director Pospisil, Director Engelke, Director Pflughaupt, Director Kaspar and Director Bayer. Voting in opposition: Director Rollwitz.
LODGE IRS REPORTING/LODGE COMPLIANCE Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska presented a list of lodges that have not furnished evidence of filing their IRS Form 990 and/or 990T. He also reviewed a list of lodges non compliant in furnishing their officer’s listing and information update.
ENTERPRISE RISK MANAGEMENT (ERM) Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska who serves as the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) presented the report of the ERM Committee. The ERM Committee met the previous day and considered the reports of the three ERM subcommittees which are the Investment Committee, the Operational Risk Committee, and the Underwriting Risk Committee.
Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska reviewed a list of nine primary risks and 10 secondary
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risks. The risks were selected and studied by the ERM Committee and presented to the Supreme Lodge to take action and monitor what is done to address and mitigate the risks. ENC/PROPOSED PURCHASE OF LAND Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska gave an update on matters related to the proposed purchase of land from the LCRA. The ENC currently leases the land from the LCRA. The transaction could close very quickly after approval by the LCRA Board.
VESTNIK Financial Secretary Vajdak reported that the Vestnik subscription stands at 9,605. Publishing costs decreased from $2,192.37 last year to $2,147.84.
LODGE MEMBERSHIP COUNT Financial Secretary Vajdak reported our membership count stands at 41,516 and certificate count at 49,293.
ADDRESS UPDATE Financial Secretary Vajdak reported that the unknown address list of 4,638 has been reduced to 3,535.
ADMIN SYSTEM/COMPUTER SYSTEM Financial Secretary Vajdak reported that the first phase of the Admin System upgrade project should be complete by the first quarter of 2016. He reported on a major upgrade of our computer system, and changing our IT service company and our WIFI upgrade. Plans are being considered to move to a VOIP phone system.
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION Director Bayer had submitted a detailed list of questions in connection with operations. The information was provided and discussed.
Recess was taken from 4:10 until 4:15 p.m.
DIRECTOR’S OLD BUSINESS DISTRICT TWO Director Pospisil reported in October, he attended Lodge 182, Falls County’s monthly meeting; SPJST Strategic Planning meeting; committee meeting; and Lodge 29, Taylor monthly meeting.
Director Pospisil reported in November, he attended Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club meeting and talked to parents of prospective youth club members; Lodge 87, Temple member appreciation meeting; committee meeting; Lodge 29, Taylor monthly meeting; District Two Youth Club lock-in and provided a hot dog dinner; and Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club membership drive.
Director Pospisil reported in December, he drove SPJST State Duchess Makayla Newsom and Duke Seth Martinez in the Taylor Christmas Parade; attended and participated in Lodge 29, Taylor Christmas party and meeting; attended the Supreme Lodge Special Called meeting at the Home Office; presented Age 96 certificate to Ms. Albina A. Dornhoefer in Temple; drove SPJST State Queen Kacie Vanecek and King Brady Alexander in the Temple Christmas Parade; attended and installed officers at Lodge 177, Academy at the annual Christmas party; attended and installed officers at Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy at the annual Christmas party; attended and installed officers at Lodge 18, Elgin at the monthly meeting; attended and installed officers at Lodge 182, Falls County at the annual Christmas meeting; and attended the SPJST Home Office Christmas Party in Temple.
DISTRICT THREE Director Engelke reported in October, he attended the Supreme Lodge meeting at the Home Office and performed a loan evaluation for Sokol in West.
Director Engelke reported in November, he attended District Three Fall Fun Day in West; attended Lodge 66, Waco meeting; attended funeral services for Charles Ray Langlotz of Lodge 66, Waco; attended lodge meeting and elections at Lodge 54, West; attended a benefit at Lodge 6, Cottonwood for Pat Dieterich; attended visitation service for Linda Stewart in Waco; attended Lodge 66, Waco member luncheon at Lodge 6, Cottonwood; attended the Sokol building dedication in West; attended a meeting at SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm; attended the visitation and funeral service for George Pauling; and attended Lodge 101, Gainesville reorganization meeting.
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Director Engelke reported in December, he attended Lodge 92, Fort Worth officer installation and dance; attended Lodge 6, Cottonwood Christmas party and installed officers; attended the Supreme Lodge Special Called meeting and Home Office Open House; attended Lodge 35, Elk meeting and installed officers; presented Age 96 certificate to Vlasta Sramek in Ennis; attended Lodge 84, Dallas officer installation and Christmas party; attended Lodge 66, Waco meeting and dinner; attended funeral service for Lodge 66, Waco member Joe Provazek in Waco; delivered treats to the Home Office; delivered check to Taylor Rest Home; and attended Home Office Christmas party in Temple.
Director Engelke reported in January, he attended the Finance Committee meeting and tournament at the Home Office in Temple and attended Lodge 101, Gainesville reorganization meeting and supper. DISTRICT FOUR Director Rollwitz reported in October, he attended the Supreme Lodge strategic planning meeting in La Grange.
Director Rollwitz reported in November, he attended Lodge 49, Rowena meeting and gave reports; traveled to El Paso with Bobby Davis to attend continuing education classes; visited the rest home in Taylor; and attended Lodge 160, San Angelo annual meeting. Director Rollwitz reported in December, he attended the Christmas Parade of Lights in San Angelo with youth club members and lodge members riding the SPJST Float; attended Lodge 49, Rowena Christmas party; attended the Supreme Lodge Special Called meeting and Home Office Open House in Temple; attended Lodge 229, Abilene Christmas party in Hawley; and attended Lodge 76, Wichita Falls meeting and Christmas party. Director Rollwitz discussed the need for insurance sales agents at the Open House.
DISTRICT FIVE Director Pflughaupt reported in November, he attended the continuing education insurance class at Lodge 81, Needville; attended the Czech Center Museum Houston Annual Gala Fundraiser; attended the monthly meeting at Lodge 88, Houston and gave director’s report; and attended annual Cat Spring Chili Cookoff Fundraiser.
Director Pflughaupt reported in December, he attended the Texas Lottery Commission Bingo Training at Lodge 88, Houston; attended Lodge 88, Houston Christmas program/party; attended the Supreme Lodge Special Called meeting; participated in the Temple Christmas Parade and attended the SPJST Home Office Open House; and attended the annual meeting at Lodge 88, Houston and installed persons to their newly elected positions.
Director Pflughaupt reported in January, he attended the mandatory annual insurance class for Districts Five and Six at Lodge 81, Needville and participated in the quarterly Supreme Lodge meeting.
DISTRICT SIX Director Kaspar reported in October, she attended the Supreme Lodge strategic planning meeting in La Grange; attended committee meeting in Houston; attended Lodge 30, Taiton monthly meeting; attended Wharton County Czech Heritage Society Dozinky in Taiton; attended Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje monthly meeting; attended the weekly team meeting at the Home Office; participated in the Supreme Lodge meeting in Temple; and attended a meeting at Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje with Supreme Lodge President Vanicek and Lodge 40 President Cathy Garcia.
Director Kaspar reported in November, she attended Lodge 30, Taiton monthly meeting; attended a landscaping work day at Hillje Hall; attended Lodge 28, East Bernard monthly meeting and installed officers; attended Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje meeting, social, and prize drawing; attended committee meeting in Houston; attended Lodge 41, Port Lavaca quarterly meeting; attended Lodge 184, Moulton holiday social and meeting and installed officers; attended Lodge 8, Weimar holiday social and meeting.
Director Kaspar reported in December, she participated in El Campo Christmas Parade where the SPJST Float won overall Grand Marshal Award; visited with members of Lodge 32, Victoria at their garage sale fundraiser; attended Lodge 97, Placedo quarterly meeting/Christmas social, installed officers, and presented and congratulated
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Bessie Becker with Age 96 certificate; attended Lodge 63, Sweet Home meeting/Christmas social and installed officers; attended Lodge 23, Moravia quarterly meeting/Christmas social and installed officers; visited Velehrad Cemetery and lodge building; attended the Supreme Lodge Special Called meeting and ERM Operational Risk Committee meeting; attended the SPJST Home Office Open House and the Czech Heritage Museum Open House; attended Lodge 30, Taiton monthly meeting/Christmas social and installed officers; attended Lodge 151, Wharton quarterly meeting/Christmas social and installed officers; and attended Gene Veselka funeral services in Schulenburg.
DISTRICT SEVEN Director Bayer reported in December, he attended a Supreme Lodge Special Called meeting and Christmas Open House at the Home Office; attended Lodge 107, Floresville meeting and Christmas party; and attended Lodge 79, Corpus Christi meeting and Christmas party.
Director Bayer reported in January, he attended Lodge 202, Jourdanton meeting and installed officers, also helped a member with her certificate that was purchased in 1938; attended Lodge 107, Floresville meeting; gathered aluminum tabs from members and lodges as well as eye glasses; attended Lodge 79, Corpus Christi meeting and installed officers.
Director Bayer expressed he would like to congratulate Lodge 258, Seguin on their 10th anniversary.
Director Bayer commented that we are steadily losing membership.
DISTRICT ONE Director Victorick reported in November, he attended Lodge 9, Snook meeting; attended Lodge 39, Bryan meeting; attended Lodge 38, Kovar meeting; attended American Fraternal Alliance Master Board Institute in Chicago; attended Sokol of West building dedication in West; and attended the funeral service for George Pauling in Waco.
Director Victorick reported in December, he attended Lodge 9, Snook meeting; attended Lodge 169, Brenham Christmas social and installed officers; attended Lodge 51, Ellinger Christmas social and meeting; attended Lodge 38, Kovar member appreciation luncheon; attended Lodge 17, New Tabor memorial service; attended Supreme Lodge Special Called meeting, Christmas Open House, and Christmas parade in Temple; attended American Fraternal Alliance webinar on corporate governance at the Home Office; attended Lodge 141, Sealy Christmas social/meeting and installed officers; attended Lodge 179, Warrenton Christmas social; attended Lodge 67, Schulenburg Christmas social; attended Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station Christmas meeting; attended Home Office Christmas party in Temple; and attended By-Law Committee meeting at the Home Office.
Director Victorick reported in January, he attended Lodge 9, Snook meeting; attended Finance Committee meeting at the Home Office; participated in internal audit committee meeting at the Home Office; and attended the January Supreme Lodge Board meeting. Recess for the day was taken at 5 p.m. until 8 a.m. on January 20.
Chairman Victorick called the meeting to order, and Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska led an opening prayer.
EDITOR/DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION Editor/Director of Communication Zavodny presented a detailed quarterly report of her travel and meetings.
VESTNIK REPORT Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny reported on the cost of printing and mailing of the Vestnik which is approximately 46 cents per issue.
Editor/Director of Communication Zavodny reported on a slight reduction in the size of the Vestnik which is cost effective and amounts to a little more than a quarter of an inch.
WEBSITE VENDORS Editor/Director of Communication Zavodny reported on the search for a vendor to
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develop an SPJST website. She reported that Sparxoo was the vendor selected by the website committee. After discussion, President Vanicek moved that an additional $18,000 be authorized over and above the initial $30,000. Vice President Coufal seconded, and the motion carried with nine in favor and one abstaining. Voting in favor: President Vanicek, Vice President Coufal, Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska, Director Victorick, Director Engelke, Director Rollwitz, Director Pflughaupt, Director Kaspar, and Director Bayer. Director Pospisil abstained. SPJST FLOATS/PARADE APPEARANCES Editor/Director of Communication Zavodny reported on a large number of float appearances for Christmas parades over the state of Texas.
ANNUAL LODGE MAILINGS AND COMMUNICATIONS Editor/Director of Communication Zavodny reported on lodge mailings, e-newsletter communications, Czech Heritage Month Vestnik contests, SPJST Calendar, and SPJST birthday cards to members. ACTIVITIES IN PROGRESS Editor/Director of Communication Zavodny reported working on the newborn benefit brochure, life insurance application set-up, SPJST Awards Banquet, and Convention Souvenir Program Book.
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• Shift equity positions from trading vehicles to long term investments for the purpose of providing income to SPJST and long term capital appreciation positions that would be available to SPJST harvest at times of its choosing (offset loss from operations, etc.).
• Cull any distressed bond positions and losing equity positions from the portfolio. Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska proposed that the IPS will be reviewed and any changes deemed necessary be presented for consideration in the January Supreme Lodge meeting. Recess was taken from 10:55 until 11 a.m.
CUSTOMER SERVICE Vice President Coufal gave a detailed report of the customer service representative phone calls. A customer service representative log of call outcomes was presented.
Director Pflughaupt asked for a status report on the new application form being developed and asked if check off blocks will be included for ADB and other riders. Check off blocks will be included for those riders we now sell.
Director Rollwitz asked for a status report on the Spanish language brochure. Vice President Coufal reported that the brochure is in process.
Editor/Director of Communication Zavodny discussed an invitation from the Bloomin’ Temple Festival to move the 2016 SPJST Car Show back to downtown Temple. It was decided to have the car show at Seaton Star Hall since it has already been scheduled there.
DELINQUENCIES OF REAL ESTATE LOANS Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska reviewed recommendations on 13 delinquent loans and moved approval of the recommended actions on each. Director Kaspar seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
The Supreme Lodge went into executive session from 8:30 until 9:30 a.m.
ANNUITY PAYOUT RATES Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska referred to a report on annuity plans and rates which included recommended payout rates. The recommendation for annuity payout rates for the period from February 1, 2016, through May 31, 2016, are as follows:
PUBLICATION COMMITTEE Editor/Director of Communication Zavodny reported on the January 9 meeting of the Publication Committee. She reported on the committee’s recommendation to have a special issue of the Vestnik, which will be a post-awards banquet issue recognizing lodges, sales agents, fraternalists of the year, and youth clubs. The committee also recommended that no advertising promoting alcohol and tobacco products be accepted by the Vestnik. Director Kaspar moved approval of the two recommendations. Vice President Coufal seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
An appeal of a grievance was heard, and it was decided that the grievance committee should continue to monitor the matter and report back to the Supreme Lodge at the April Supreme Lodge Meeting. Recess was taken from 9:30 until 9:40 a.m.
INVESTMENT REPORT Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska stated that the agenda is to review the goals and objectives of our investment policy and our performance. Consultant Buddie Ballard of Alpha Capital Management was present, and he proceeded to review the performance and status of our investments. Consultant Ballard reviewed portfolio performance, the portfolio statement, projected income, concerns, and outlook.
Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska and Consultant Ballard proposed the following goals and objectives for 2016:
• Continue steps to match asset duration closer to liability duration.
+ Portfolio to continue bearish bias through the purchase of premium coupon fixed income product. + Spread product favored over treasuries to maintain net interest margin targets so that SPJST can continue providing the altruistic services it performs for its stakeholders. + Diversification per issuer capped at $3MM as stated in IPS. • Maintain liquidity goal of approximately $24MM in interest and maturities in each calendar year. • Add to surplus by $1MM.
QUARTERLY INVESTMENTS Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska presented the listing of 28 securities purchased and sold during the quarter and two loans closed. The purchases and sales were ratified as reported on motion by Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska, seconded by Director Rollwitz, and the motion carried unanimously.
Product ID #1 Guaranteed rate 5.0% #2 Guaranteed rate 3.0% #3 Guaranteed rate 2.55% #4 Guaranteed rate 2.50% #5 Guaranteed rate 1.50% * #6 Guaranteed rate 2.00% #O5 Guaranteed rate 2.00% #A5 Guaranteed rate 1.50% * #A10 Guaranteed rate 1.00% * Minors’ Claim Settlement Option rate Single Premium Immediate
Recommended Payout Rate 5.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 3.00% 2.50% 1.50% 3.00%
Director Pflughaupt moved approval of the recommended rates, Director Pospisil seconded, and the motion carried unanimously. All rates remain unchanged.
UNIVERSAL LIFE PAYOUT RATES Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska referred to a report on Universal Life plans and rates which included recommended payout rates. The recommended payout rates for the period of February 1, 2016, through May 31, 2016, are as follows:
Product ID UL1 Guaranteed rate 4.50% UL2 Guaranteed rate 3.0% UL3 Guaranteed rate 2.50% * WLUL1 Guaranteed rate 3.00% WLUL3 Guaranteed rate 2.50% * Lodge Management Fund Settlement Option
Recommended Payout Rate 4.50% 3.00% 3.00% 3.50% 3.50% 3.00% 1.50%
*DENOTES PLANS CURRENTLY MARKETED
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Director Pflughaupt moved approval of the recommended rates. Director Engelke seconded, and the motion carried unanimously. All rates remain unchanged.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska presented the customary Conflict of Interest Resolution for consideration. Each Supreme Lodge member and members of our staff will be presented with a copy of the Resolution and required to sign and return an acknowledgement. Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska moved adoption of the following Resolution. Director Kaspar seconded, and the Resolution was unanimously adopted. Statement of Policy Concerning Conflict of Interest
STATE OF TEXAS
COUNTY OF BELL
BE IT REMEMBERED that at a regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the SPJST, held at its regular place of meeting at Temple, Texas, on the 20th day of January, 2016, at which meeting a quorum was present and voting, the following Resolution was adopted:
RESOLVED: That the SPJST, a Fraternal Life Insurance Society (1) believes that the insurance business is affected with a public interest and is dependent upon public confidence, and (2) expects employees, officers and directors to conduct their personal financial interests and affairs so as to avoid placing such interests in conflict, direct or indirect, with those of the Company and to avoid conduct which might impair their judgment with respect to the business of the Society. The following are regarded as illustrative of the principal situations where such conflict may be involved:
1. Financial Interest Employees, officers, directors or members of their families having a material interest in any corporation or incorporated enterprise which sells goods or services to, buys from, competes with the Society in the sale of insurance, or borrows from the Company and who are in a position to influence any decision by the Society with respect to such transactions.
2. Inside Information Employees, officers, or directors directly or indirectly using or divulging inside confidential information with respect to the Society for the purpose of securing personal profit or advantage for themselves or others or in a manner prejudicial to the interest of the Society.
3. Gratuities and Entertainment The receipts of loans, gifts, gratuities, entertainment and favors of more than nominal value by employees, officers, directors or members of their families, either directly or indirectly, that may influence any decision with respect to the Society.
While the above are illustrative of ways in which conflict may arise, the entire subject is so far-reaching and the interrelationships possible within the insurance business so complex that the avoidance of conflict rest basically upon each individual’s ethical standards, integrity and judgment. Annually, on or about the time of the January Board meeting, a request will be made of all directors, officers and responsible employees to state in writing any activities which conflict with the policy. The statement will be as stated on the attached Exhibit “A”.
However, if any officer, director, or responsible employee at any time believes he may be engaged in activities described, he should immediately report such activities to the President.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: That the President, Brian Vanicek, and the Secretary-Treasurer, Leonard Mikeska, of SPJST, be and they are hereby directed to execute in the name of and on behalf of SPJST, the Statement of Policy concerning Conflict of Interest. ____________________________________ Brian Vanicek, President
_____________________________________ Leonard Mikeska, Secretary-Treasurer
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I, Leonard Mikeska, hereby certify that I am the Secretary-Treasurer of SPJST, and that the above and forgoing is a true and correct copy of the Original Resolution adopted by the Supreme Lodge members of the SPJST, at its regular meeting in Temple, Texas, on the 20th day of January, 2016, and that the above Resolution is now of record in the minutes of SPJST. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereunto sign my name this 20th day of January, 2016. _____________________________________ Leonard Mikeska, Secretary-Treasurer
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO BEFORE ME by Leonard Mikeska, SecretaryTreasurer, this 20th day of January 2016. THE STATE OF TEXAS
_____________________________________ Notary Public in and for Bell County, Texas
COUNTY OF BELL
BEFORE ME, the undersigned authority, in and for said County and State, on this day personally appeared Leonard Mikeska, Secretary-Treasurer, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged to me that she executed the same for the purpose and consideration therein expressed, and in the capacity therein stated. GIVEN UNDER MY HAND AND SEAL OF OFFICE, this 20th day of January 2016. _____________________________________ Notary Public in and for Bell County, Texas
CONVENTION Secretary-Treasurer Mikeska reviewed plans, schedules, and details for the June 12 to 15, 2016, SPJST Convention in Killeen. The recommended schedule, caterer, and details were approved on motion by Director Rollwitz, seconded by Director Kaspar and carried unanimously.
Recess for lunch was taken from 11:45 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
STAFF INTRODUCTION The following new staff members were introduced:
Dana Boyd is the underwriter trainee working in Vice President Coufal’s department.
Christina Martinez is a scanning/data entry clerk assigned to Financial Secretary Vajdak’s department.
Brooke Hoelscher is a graphic designer who is assigned to Editor/Director Zavodny’s department. The three new staff members responded with enthusiasm about working for the SPJST.
PRIVACY NOTICE Financial Secretary Vajdak reported on the proposed privacy notice to be mailed out. He discussed an addition to include a survey.
Honorary Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas and wife Betty arrived to visit the meeting. He and Betty were warmly welcomed.
QUARTERLY STATEMENT Financial Secretary Vajdak distributed a copy of the quarterly statement as of September 30, 2015. He proceeded to review various elements of the statement. On September 30, 2015, surplus had reached $20,026,135.
HONORARY FINANCIAL SECRETARY JERRY MIKULAS ADDRESSED THE SUPREME LODGE He shared his observations about the SPJST operations. He discussed the need for SPJST to move forward with whatever it takes to increase premium income. The Supreme Lodge welcomed him and wished him well.
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FINANCIAL STATEMENT Financial Secretary Vajdak reviewed some of the statement of operations and pointed out the variance on various items.
COMPLIANCE AND LODGE REFUND Financial Secretary Vajdak reviewed a color coded list indicating premiums paid, compliance, and net payment due for 2015.
Financial Secretary Vajdak discussed the qualifying status for the lodge incentive. The list was reviewed on a lodge by lodge basis. SUMMARY OF ANNUITIES Financial Secretary Vajdak presented a summary of amounts in annuities.
SPJST LODGE MANAGEMENT ACCOUNT Financial Secretary Vajdak reported the total contributed to the Lodge Management Fund in 2015 is $747,410.98. REPORT OF CERTIFICATES Financial Secretary Vajdak reviewed a report of certificates premium paying and paidup. The number of certificates decreased by some 1,500 during the past two years. Recess was taken from 3 until 3:05 p.m.
GOVERNANCE Financial Secretary Vajdak brought up the National Association of Commissioners (NAIC) content of corporate governance annual filing. He also reviewed an NAIC handout of Description of Management Policies and Practices and a Description of Management and Oversight of Critical Risk Areas. Financial Secretary discussed the 12 components of corporate governance to demonstrate. There was an extensive discussion about NAIC governance requirements.
SPECIAL MEETING A Supreme Lodge Special Called meeting was called for February 8, 2016, at 11 a.m. to review proposed by-laws.
DIRECTOR’S NEW BUSINESS DIRECTOR POSPISIL Director Pospisil thanked the officers for all that they do for the Society. He congratulated Director Pflughaupt and Director Kaspar on celebrating 15 years of service to the SPJST. He also congratulated employee Dorothy Stuchly on celebrating 50 years of service to the SPJST. DIRECTOR ENGELKE Director Engelke was appreciative of the quality of our staff and said we should express our appreciation to them. He commented we should keep doing good and looking to the future.
DIRECTOR ROLLWITZ Director Rollwitz expressed thanks to Director Pflughaupt and Director Kaspar, who were recognized for 15 years of service. He commented about the need to support the changes that will be considered by the delegates at our convention.
DIRECTOR PFLUGHAUPT Director Pflughaupt congratulated Director Kaspar who was honored for attaining 15 years of service. Director Pflughaupt thanked the Supreme Lodge for creating an environment of celebration at the event honoring him for 15 years of service.
Director Pflughaupt stated that we had discussions that will propel us in the right direction. The proposed illustration software presented is a tool to create a better exchange of information. He said that this is a good move into more advance technology.
Director Pflughaupt said that seeing regulation coming down, we want to be proactive. He observed that we do more as a fraternal than any other fraternal. He commented that making decisions to stay ahead of the game is better than playing catch up.
Director Pflughaupt said that we must have things of interest for young people. They don’t mind doing things for others, but they don’t want to be bored. We need to look at restructuring, get into management mode rather than a supervisory mode. Consider the need to be more creative and move forward.
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Director Pflughaupt observed that responses to the convention and showed that there is good enthusiasm about wanting to attend. We need to keep people at the convention responsive to what is going on.
Director Pflughaupt thanked all for making this a good Supreme Lodge meeting.
DIRECTOR KASPAR Director Kaspar congratulated Director Pflughaupt on his 15 years of service celebrated the previous evening. She thanked all for the evening dinner celebrating her 15 years with the SPJST. She congratulated Dorothy Stuchly for her 50 years of service.
Director Kaspar said that it was special to see the enthusiasm of the three new employees introduced earlier.
Director Kaspar thanked the audit committee for their work and reported on good interaction with the officers. She stated she appreciates the direction of our Society and commented on making the best of where we are during this season of our existence.
DIRECTOR BAYER Director Bayer congratulated Directors Pflughaupt and Kaspar on 15 years of service and Dorothy Stuchly on 50 years of service. He spoke about the positives of longevity.
Director Bayer thanked the officers for making us more precise in our decisions. He stated he was looking forward to the pre-convention meetings.
Director Bayer said he thought this had been a very productive meeting.
DIRECTOR VICTORICK Director Victorick congratulated Directors Pflughaupt and Kaspar on 15 years of service and Dorothy Stuchly on her 50 years of service.
Director Victorick thanked all for making this a good meeting. He thanked the officers for their reports.
Director Victorick commented about our important challenges of increasing premium income and membership. Director Victorick concluded saying we need to do our best to make sure we can achieve what we set out to achieve. EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Supreme Lodge went into executive session from 4:35 until 4:45 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Director Rollwitz moved for adjournment. Director Kaspar seconded, and the motion to adjourn carried unanimously.
Supreme Lodge Chairman Victorick adjourned the meeting at 4:50 p.m.
The next regular meeting of the Supreme Lodge will begin on April 19, 2016, at 8 a.m. Fraternally submitted, Leonard Mikeska, Secretary-Treasurer —SPJST—
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Scenes from 2016 SPJST State Tarok Tournament We are in the second month of the new year and celebrating another successful SPJST State Tournament. On Saturday, February 6, 2016, a total of 48 players turned out for the SPJST Statewide Tarok Tournament held at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. “I enjoyed coming to Temple and playing taroky today,” says first place winner Travis Mixon. Based on the responses that we received from the players, the SPJST Home Office is a great place to play taroky! Of the 48 players who participated in the sixround tournament, 22 were members and 26 were prospective members. All of the traditional SPJST tournaments are being held in Temple in 2016. Players enjoyed snacking on kolaches and pork loin with all the trimmings during the lunch hour, all from Kolache Kitchen. High round winners were: Round One – Travis Mixon (non-member) with 256 points Round Two – Sonny Klepac (non-member) with 177 points
Saturday, February 6, 2016 • SPJST Home Office in Temple, Texas
Trophy and money winners were:
1st place – Travis Mixon (non-member) with 879 points 2nd place – Ronnie Hinze (non-member) with 763 points 3rd place – Kenneth Lev (non-member) with 760 points 4th place – Sonny Klepac (non-member) with 752 points
Congratulations to 2016 State Tarok Tournament winners! They are, front, left to right, 1st - Travis Mixon and 2nd - Ronnie Hinze. Back, second from left, 3rd - Kenneth Lev and 4th - Sonny Klepac. Also pictured are State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Frank Horak, far left, and Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez.
Round Three – Travis Mixon (non-member) with 220 points Round Four – Donna Kaspar of Lodge 29, Taylor with 218 points
Round Five – Jerry Brezina of Lodge 92, Fort Worth with 195 points Round Six – Allison Mach (non-member) with 182 points
A special thank you to Carolyn Coufal for helping answer questions that came up during the tournament and also helping us through the tournament. I would also like to thank the tournament participants from across the state who came out and made the State Tarok Tournament such a success and enjoyed fun and fraternalism. Upcoming tournaments are State Straight Domino Tournament on Saturday, March 5 and State 42 Domino Tournament on Saturday, April 2. Fraternally, Frank Horak State FAC —SPJST—
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Lodge 6 Cottonwood plans Easter party
Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood will host its annual Easter party on Sunday, March 6, 2016, at the lodge hall, which is located at 700 South Czech
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and SPJST Lodge 6, Inc. will host its annual meeting. The youth club Easter program and Easter egg hunt for all ages will follow. Dinner will be served from 4:30 to 5 p.m. with fried chicken and all the trimmings. We hope to see you there! Happy Easter from Lodge 6, Cottonwood! Fraternally Barbara Jean Hykel Secretary —SPJST—
Hall Road in West. Please note that the bridge on the road to the hall is out. To get to the hall, take FM 2114 East for five miles. Turn right on Adair Road and immediately veer right onto Marek Road. Marek Road runs into Czech Hall Road. Lodge 6 is on the left - about one-half mile down. The lodge meeting will begin at 2 p.m. Fifty-year pins will be presented,
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Lodge 8, Weimar meets Feb. 22
SPJST Lodge 8, Weimar will meet Monday, February 22, 2016, at 6 p.m. at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant in Schulenburg. We hope to see you there! Fraternally, Lodge 8, Weimar Officers —SPJST—
Lodge 9, Snook reports on building upgrades
The February 3, 2016, meeting of SPJST Lodge 9, Snook meeting was called to order by President Donnie Hejl at 6 p.m. Hannah Kovar led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of
Scenes from District Two Delegates’ Meeting Monday, February 8, 2016 • Lodge 29, Taylor
LEFT PHOTO: Pictured are, front, left to right, Rubie Volek (187), Rose Marie and Tom Etheredge (187), and Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Mikeska (200). In back are Rita Spinn (80) and Joe Liles (80). CENTER PHOTO: By-Law Committee Chairman Ronnie Rieger (29), left, and District Two President Frank Horak (80) conduct the meeting.
RIGHT PHOTO: Pictured are Bobby Hoelscher (24), James L. Lee, III (246), Karin Bryant (87), F.L. Meyer (18), Charles Wilson (18), David Meyer (18), Joan Vanicek (24), Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek (24), David Nauert (200), Frances McBride (200), Shirley Hoelscher (24), and Terry Festa (47).
LEFT PHOTO: Pictured are Amber Bartek (47), Joyce Kraatz (47), Supreme Lodge President Vanicek (24), Joan Vanicek (24), David Meyer (18), Honorary Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride (200), Patsy Koslovsky (47), and Honorary Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar (48). CENTER PHOTO: Left to right are Janet and Albert Filla (48), Hon-
orary District Two Director Bobby Wuensche (48), Frankie Pustejovsky (29), and Sharon and Leonard Kaderka (29). RIGHT PHOTO: Pictured are Honorary Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride (200), District Two Director Jesse Pospisil (29), Linda Pospisil (29), Mike Cannon, Tammy Cannon (29), and Frances McBride (200).
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silence was observed for Alfred Schoeneman and Bobby Thomas. Minutes from the January meeting were read and approved. Hall manager, treasurer, fraternal activities coordinator, and statewide reports were presented. Youth Leader Loree Lewis gave the youth club report. The youth attended the Harlem Globetrotters on February 1. Under old business, the dirt work has been done, and the hall has been leveled. We will also install gutters and put the air conditioning unit back in its original location. February birthdays include James Schoeneman on the 5th and Loree Lewis on the 16th.
James Schoeneman made a motion, and Hannah Kovar seconded, to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:46 p.m. Fraternally, Marie Shelfer, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 17 New Tabor plans social to honor longtime members
Lodge 17, New Tabor met Sunday, February 7, 2016, at 2 p.m. President Randy Gaas called the meeting to order, and Mrs. Lillian Beasley led the Pledge of Allegiance. Secretary Ben Trcalek read two resolutions for deceased members. Secretary Ben Trcalek read the minutes of the January meeting. They were approved as read. Mrs. Evelyn Henry gave the treasurer’s report, and it was approved. Secretary Ben Tr-
District Six Cemetery Organization Hosts Annual Meeting
The District Six Cemetery Organization met for its annual meeting on Sunday, January 31, 2016, at 3 p.m. at Lodge 23, Moravia Hall. President David Bucek presided over the meeting. Secretary-Treasurer Johnnie Hoffman gave his reports. Special guests attending were SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek and wife Joan. Cemeteries maintained by members of the District Six Cemetery Organization include Moravia, Shiner, and Velehrad. Lodge representatives are Philip Vahalik of Lodge 4, Hallettsville; Kathy Guenther and Elizabeth Holub of Lodge 23, Moravia; Yvonne Marcaurele of Lodge
LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are David Bucek (151), Johnnie Hoffman (184), Elizabeth Holub (23), and Kathy Guenther (23). RIGHT PHOTO: Meeting in the historical Lodge 23, Moravia Hall. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek and wife Joan
30, Taiton; Michael Ahlstrom of Lodge 32, Victoria; Vlasta Bartos of Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje; David Bucek of Lodge 151, Wharton; Johnnie Hoffman of Lodge 184, Moulton; and District Six Director Karen Kaspar. We will always welcome additional representatives from Lodges 28, East Bernard; 63, Sweet Home; and 97, Placedo. Officers are David Bucek, president; Vlasta Bartos, vice president; and Johnnie Hoffman, secretary/treasurer. Fraternally, Karen Kaspar District Six Director —SPJST—
are pictured in front of Lodge 23, Moravia. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Pictured are Vlasta Bartos (40), Janie Bucek (151), and Kathy Ahlstrom (32). BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Yvonne Marcaurele (30), left, and District Six Director Karen Kaspar (30).
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calek read correspondence and informed us that a letter was received asking if the lodge would like to have an ad in the convention brochure. A motion was made and seconded that we will purchase a half page ad. Under new business, we discussed the 50- and 75-year member social. A motion was made and seconded that we get the pins and have a party with cake and punch. President Randy Gass brought up the Lodge 47, Seaton Frank Klinkovsky endowed scholarship fundraiser and went over all of the prizes. FAC Holly Narro gave her report, and she informed the lodge of all the upcoming events. Youth Leader Holly Narro presented the youth club report and informed the lodge that after the youth club meeting, they will go with the adult lodge to the nursing home to hand out valentine gifts to the residents. The gifts consist of raisins and bananas and valentine cards made by the youth. Hall Co-manager Susan Skrabanek gave the hall report. Sales Agent Susan Skrabanek read the list of seven new members. They are Madelynn Bammel, Thatcher Dowell, Kyren Plachy, Londyn Castenada, Landon Vykukal, Kaden Fritsche, and Bailen Kocurek. A motion was made and seconded that we accept the new members. The motion passed by majority vote. President Gaas adjourned the meeting. Fraternally, Kyle Skrabanek, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 24, Cyclone dance can cure your cabin fever
SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone welcomes the Red Ravens to Flag Hall on Saturday, February 20, 2016. Doors open at 6 p.m. along with the kitchen. President Wilde will make the famous Flag Hall burgers. Being that many of us need to cure the cabin fever we have, this dance will fill the bill so come out and dance to the music of the Red Ravens from 7 to 11 p.m. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, the 20th. We are your cure! For the Lodge, Bobby Hoelscher, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 25, Ennis plans Feb. 27 fundraiser dance
Dear Readers, Lodge 25, Ennis will host a fundraiser dance on Saturday, February 27, 2016, from 7 p.m. to 12 midnight at the lodge hall. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Music will be provided by Lost Money and The Pontiax. A cash bar and snacks will be available. Admission is $10 per person. Some of the prizes that will be given away are a John Deere ZeroTurn Mower, $1,000 cash, and a trip for two to Las Vegas. For more information, please call 214-837-9490. Come on out for a great evening of fun! Fraternally yours, Margaret Krajca, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 39, Bryan members gather for lunch, meeting
Dear Readers, After a wonderful lunch of fried chicken and all the fixings, Lodge 39, Bryan’s meeting was on Sunday, January 10, 2016. President Wade O’Shields called the meeting to order at 1:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all members. The roll of officers was called. All officers were present. Secretary Shirley Vytopil’s report was approved as read. Treasurer Dianna Everett read her report, and it was approved as read. FAC Ronald Roesler read all correspondence from the Home Office. Under old business, we discussed the upcoming awards banquet on January 30. Mr. Joe Vytopil made a motion that they would love to go. It was approved by all. With no new business, the meeting was adjourned. The next meeting will be Sunday, February 14. Please come out and join us for a wonderful meal. Sincerely, Binnie Ann Matejka Roesler, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 41 Lodge 47, Seaton Port Lavaca hosts hosts Feb. 27 appreciation dinner Klinkovsky SPJST Lodge 41, Port Lavaca tarok tournament members met Tuesday, February 9, 2016, at 6 p.m. at Texas Tradition Restaurant in Port Lavaca for their annual membership appreciation dinner. Special guests were District Six Director Karen Kaspar and Districts Five and Six Fraternal Field Manager Delisle Doherty. Director Kaspar presented the membership with their plaque and enhanced premium refund check from the annual SPJST State Awards Banquet held January 30 in Temple. Reports were presented, and various business discussed. President Franklin Jurek thanked all for attending. Everyone enjoyed fellowship and visiting throughout the evening. —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton is honored to host the Frank Klinkovsky, Sr. Memorial Tarok Tournament at Seaton Star Hall on Saturday, February 27, 2016. Star Hall is located five miles east of Temple on Highway 53 (Adams Avenue). Everyone is welcome! Registration is from 8 to 8:45 a.m., and play begins at 9 a.m. The fee is $25 per player and includes lunch and snacks. Trophies and $500 in cash prizes for the top four scores will be awarded. High round winner will each be paid. All proceeds will benefit the Frank Klinkovsky, Sr. SPJST Memorial Endowment Scholarship Fund. Mail your $25 check made payable to SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton along with your name, address, and phone number by February 10 to:
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SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton c/o Tammy Martinez 2090 FM 437 Burlington, Texas 76519
Late entries will be accepted if player slots are available. Please pre-register to help us estimate our food supply. For more information and/or to register, contact Tammy Martinez 254493-9892 or email martinez_tam@ yahoo.com or Jimmie Coufal 254-7211875 or 254-985-2386. Fraternally, Tammy Martinez Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—
Lodge 54, West elects 2016 officers
The meeting of SPJST Lodge 54, West was held at St. Joseph Hall on November 6, 2015. The meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. by President Freddie Kaluza. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Kaluza followed by a moment of silence in memory of Johnnie Hutyra and Harry Lee Tobola and prayers for the families who mourn their loss. We also prayed for Richard Hlavenka and Eugene Horak who were ill and could not attend the meeting. All of our officers and sales agents were present, and we had 20 of our members in attendance for the meeting. District Three Director John Engelke was a special guest for the evening. The minutes of the last meeting were read by Janice Kaluza. Terry Sefcik made a motion to accept the minutes, and Ronnie Kaluza seconded the motion. Motion passed. FAC Jean Maler let the members know about the open house at SPJST Home Office in Temple on Monday, December 7 if anyone wanted to attend, and she added that the Museum would be open on that day. Jean reminded all members that applications for scholarships are to be turned in before February 1, and if anyone is interested, we could mail them an application. Guidelines to apply for this scholarship include that it is for high school graduates and undergraduates and you do have to be a member of SPJST to receive the award. She let members know of the upcoming domino tournament on January 9 in Temple. Marcella Vaculik made a mo-
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tion to accept the FAC report, and Linda Kaluza seconded the motion. Motion passed. The treasurer’s report was presented by Mary Lou Mynar. Terry Sefcik made a motion to accept the treasurer’s report, and Ronnie Kaluza seconded the motion. Motion passed. Czech Reporter Jan Vaculik did not have anything to report for the meeting. Freddie Kaluza commended our Vice President and former Waco Police Officer Wilburn Willis on his new DVD presentation of “A Special Kind of Breed.” It talked about the shootout he was in on December 22, 1968 at 25th and Columbus in Waco. It also shared many of the memories he experienced when working as a police officer. In old business, Sokol West has set the open house and ribbon cutting ceremony for the new gym on Friday November 20, 2015. The Prime Minister from the Czech Republic Bohuslav Sobotka will be there along with the Governor of Texas Greg Abbott. If we are not able to make the event, Sokol will give a personal tour to our members at any time. Our upcoming Christmas party will be December 6 at Tours Hall starting at 3 p.m. The Junior Historians will dance at 3:30 p.m. followed by a fried chicken dinner meal by S&S Catering for all guests starting at 4:30 p.m. Santa is expected to arrive at 5:30 p.m. to visit with all
Lodge 41, Port Lavaca Hosts Membership Appreciation Dinner
SPJST Lodge 41, Port Lavaca members met Tuesday, February 9, 2016, at Texas Tradition Restaurant in Port Lavaca for their annual membership appreciation dinner. Pictured are Alton and J.R. Lange, Carolyn and Larry Rokyta, Fraternal Field Manager Delisle Doherty, Franklin and Shirley Jurek, Jack and Darlene Baker, Mary and Dan Sitka, and Jimmie and Lorene Pustejovsky. Not pictured is District Six Director Karen Kaspar.
the children, hand out goody bags and take pictures with them. Before all guests leave, there will be several cash prize drawings with $800 total given out for adults and $200 total for the children. Marvin Cepak will play the accordion for our afternoon entertainment and Christmas music during Santa’s visit.
In new business, we had no new members to sign up with Lodge 54. Ronnie Kaluza reported an audit was completed, and all the books for our lodge are in order. We voted for the fraternalist of the year, and Terry Sefcik made a motion to elect Mary Lou Mynar, and Jeannie Maler seconded the motion.
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We elected new officers, and they are: President Freddie Kaluza Motion by Terry Sefcik. Seconded by Ronnie Kaluza Vice President Wilburn Willis Motion by Terry Sefcik. Seconded by Janice Kaluza. Secretary/English Reporter Janice Kaluza Motion by Terry Sefcik. Seconded by Mary Lou Mynar. Treasurer Mary Lou Mynar Motion by Janice Kaluza. Seconded by Terry Sefcik. FAC Linda Kaluza Motion by Janice Kaluza. Seconded by Jean Maler. Czech Reporter Jan Vaculik Motion by Janice Kaluza. Seconded by Marcella Vaculik.
Terry Sefcik made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Marcella Vaculik. Motion passed. Door prizes were given away, and all enjoyed food and fellowship. A cake was brought for the birthdays since the last meeting which were JoAnn Matus, Linda Kaluza, and Maxine Sefcik. We want to thank District Three Director John Engelke for bringing some door prizes for our meeting. Door prize winners were Freddie Kaluza, Ronnie Kaluza, Albina Matustik, Janice Kaluza, Marcella Vaculik, Linda Kaluza, Jacob Kaluza, Brian Kaluza, and Terry Sefcik.
Lodge 54, West Shares November Meeting Scenes
LEFT PHOTO: Members visit after the November meeting of Lodge 54, West. CENTER PHOTO: A cake was brought for the birthdays since the last meeting. Happy birthday to JoAnn Matus, Linda Kaluza, and Maxine
Sefcik. RIGHT PHOTO: Pictured are Lodge 54 President Freddie Kaluza and Treasurer Mary Lou Mynar. BELOW: Members are pictured at the meeting.
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Next Meeting—March 4 The next meeting will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, March 4 at St. Joseph Hall. We hope to see more of our members in attendance.
Whoever lives in love, lives in God, and God in him. 1 John 4:16 Fraternally, Janice Kaluza, Reporter —SPJST—
Sam and Emily Skrhak celebrate 55 years of marriage
SPJST Lodge 80, Holland was called to order by President Rita Spinn on January 2, 2016, at 4:05 p.m. The membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for the departed members. All officers and sales agents were present. Ann Weir, director, was absent. Rita Spinn announced, “Welcome to 2016!” She thanked all who helped with our Christmas party. A motion was made by Frank Horak and seconded by Curtis Wolf to accept the minutes from the December meeting. The motion carried. Financial report was read by Frank Pajestka, Jr. A motion was made by Curtis Wolf and seconded by Vicki Slye to accept the financial report. The financial report was approved by the board of directors prior to the meeting. Motion carried. FAC Frank Pajestka, Jr. gave his report noting Holland ISD will be using Lodge 80 for testing. January 30 will be the SPJST Awards Banquet in Temple. Youth Leader Connie Horak reported that the youth helped First Baptist Church with Kids Helping Kids. A thank you note was read from the family of Tammy Williamson. The liquor liability policy has been renewed. Joe W. Liles and his workers moved the donated fencing from Ralph and Cathy Milek’s property to Edwin Balusek’s property. The Wendler family will be using Lodge 80 on January 16. A new gate lock was discussed. It will be looked into. A new PA system was discussed; it will be looked into getting a new system. Salaries of the lodge were discussed. A motion was made by Coleman Benner and seconded by Dan Hendrix to accept salaries. Frank Pajestka, Jr., thanked the workers who have helped with bingo since Tony Sladacek’s absence. Celebrating a birthday in January was Curtis Janke. Get well wishes go to Shirley Liles who had shoulder surgery. Door prize winners were Joe W. Liles, Shelby Horak, J.D. Coker, Frank Pajestka, Sr., and Jewel Wolf.
The meeting adjourned at 4:35 p.m. with a motion made by Coleman Benner, seconded by Frank Horak. Linda Hill Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 80, Holland meets Sunday, March 6
ers at this meeting. A meal will be served. Please mark your calendar about the change in date and time for the March meeting. We hope everyone will attend and enjoy the meal and fellowship. Fraternally, Rita Spinn, President —SPJST—
SPJST Lodge 80, Holland will meet Sunday, March 6, 2016. Board of directors will meet at 4 p.m., followed by the general meeting. We will honor the lodge’s 50-year members and our faithful lodge work-
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Congratulations to Sam and Emily Skrhak of Lodge 66, Waco. They recently celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary. Emily Jedlicka married Sam Skrhak in St. Monica’s Catholic Church of Cameron on January 21, 1961, while Sam was in the United States Navy. Sam is retired from the VA Medical Center of Waco. He previously worked at Rocketdyne in McGregor and Gilbert Xray in Waco. Emily was a homemaker. They have lived in McGregor for more than 50 years. Their children are Emily Phillips of Tyler, Cynthia Luedeker of Granbury, Kelvin Skrhak of Lorena, and Theresa Skrhak of Waco. They have 11 grandchildren. —SPJST—
Lodge 80, Holland reports on January meeting
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Bring food to March Youth Club meeting or contact your SPJST Youth Leader for more information.
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Items donated will go to local food pa an ntries acros o s Texas!
Youth Leaders, ple ease report the pounds of food colllected to your DYC for a collective donation weight.
Attention Lodge Members! Bring beans and rice donations to your youth club or contact your District Youth Counselor listed on page 2 of the Vestnik for more details.
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Lodge 91 San Jacinto sets March 5 quarterly meeting
Lodge 91, San Jacinto will hold its first quarterly meeting of 2016 at Crosby Dairy Queen. The meeting will take place on Saturday, March 5 at 11 a.m. See you there. Fraternally, Vonda Smesny, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 92 Fort Worth invites all to game night
Dear Members and Friends, We invite you to mark game night on your calendar. Please come on out for a great time! Tuesday, February 23 Game night at Lodge 92 at 7 p.m.
Hall Rentals For information regarding hall rentals and upcoming events information, 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—
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Lodge 88, Houston Shares Thursday Night Bingo Scenes
LEFT PHOTO: Kenneth Mlcak and Dorothy Pflughaupt grill burgers in the kitchen during Lodge 88, Houston’s bingo night on Thursday, February 4, 2016. RIGHT
Lodge 101 Gainesville reorganizational meeting set for Feb. 18
Dear Members and Friends, Greetings in the New Year! In the last two months, we have had two productive meetings with the members of Lodge 101, Gainesville. At the January meeting, members expressed a strong desire to move forward with the formal reorganization of their lodge. The reorganizational meeting of Lodge 101, Gainesville will take place at 12 noon on Thursday, February 18 at The Neu Ranch House, located at 1825 US 82 in Gainesville. Among the items that will be addressed are election of officers, officer orientation, and a discussion of ways to bring renewed relevance to the
PHOTO: Working in the kitchen are, left to right, Cindy Mlcak, Mary Ann Kieschnick, and Barbara Linney-Gonzales.
lodge experience. All members are invited to attend. Guests and prospective members are also invited to attend. Please call Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez at 800-7277578 by mid-day Wednesday, February 17 if you will attend. I look forward to seeing you there! Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—
Lodge 117 Robstown meets March 5
Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 117, Robstown will hold its quarterly meeting on Saturday, March 5, 2016, at 1:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at Hilltop Community Center, located at 11425 Leopard in
Corpus Christi. We invite all members to attend this meeting. After the meeting, we will have a social. Fraternally, Kathryn Marek —SPJST—
Lodge 133 San Antonio meets Feb. 21
SPJST Lodge 133, San Antonio will have its monthly meeting on Sunday, February 21, 2016, at 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd Activity Center, located at 1630 Goliad Road. The meeting will be followed by a light lunch. Afterwards, members will enjoy a games party. Very Important— No Meeting on March 20 The luncheon for our anniversary celebration will not take place on Sun-
S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Community Awarded “Business of the Year”
Congratulations to S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living Community! They were recently awarded Business of the Year for 2015 by the Taylor Chamber of Commerce. LEFT PHOTO: Pictured, left to right, are Receptionist Shelly Repa, Assisted Living Administrator Liz Haisler, CEO Woody Richards,
Office Manager Diane Volek, and Marketing Director Julie Stermer. CENTER PHOTO: Food Director Cameron Sellers, right, and wife Karen. RIGHT PHOTO: Marketing Director Julie Stermer is pictured at the Taylor Chamber of Commerce Banquet.
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day, March 20. Good Shepherd Activity Center called and explained the Activity Center will not be available that Sunday due to Palm Sunday services.There will be no meeting on March 20.
Lodge Anniversary—April 17 We will celebrate the anniversary of Lodge 133 on the third Sunday of April. Please join us on April 17 at 12:30 p.m. for a catered barbecue meal. If you have any questions, you may call me at 830-214-5228. Submitted by, Jarolyn Popp President —SPJST—
Lodge 155, Austin meets Sunday, March 6
SPJST Lodge 155, Austin will have its quarterly meeting on Sunday, March 6, 2016, at Little Walnut Creek Library, located at 836 West Rundberg and Lamar Boulevard. For directions, please call Jean Motl at 512-836-0205. Members, remember to bring your fraternal reporting activity (FAC) sheets completed from after our last meeting in December 2015 to the first meeting in March. All members are encouraged to attend this meeting to make plans for our summer social in June. Friends
and neighbors are welcome to find out more about SPJST. Seen you soon! Fraternally, Ginny Prasatik Secretary/FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 160 San Angelo meets Feb. 17
Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo will hold its quarterly meeting on Wednesday, February 17, 2016, at 6 p.m. The Dutch treat dinner and meeting will take place at the Ole Gin Steakhouse in Wall. We invite all members to attend this meeting. Fraternally, Sandra Jansa, President —SPJST—
Lodge 180 Burleson to visit Czech museum
Lodge 180, Burleson met Tuesday, February 2, 2016, and opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of prayer. Several items were brought up for
future discussion and will be handled at the next meeting. The lodge will be going to Temple on Friday, March 4 to tour the SPJST Museum (Czech Heritage Museum) and visit with Supreme Lodge President Vanicek. We are all looking forward to this visit. Save the Dates The next lodge meeting will be Tuesday, March 1 at 6 p.m. at Antonio’s in Burleson, and the April meeting will be April 5 at 6 p.m. at Spring Creek Barbecue in Burleson. We are looking forward to seeing you at the next meeting Fraternally, Nancy S. Kelly, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 181, Conroe meets Feb. 23
Lodge 181, Conroe, will hold its February meeting on Tuesday, February 23, 2016, at 6 p.m. at the Golden Corral Buffet Restaurant, 1604 Interstate 45 North, Conroe 77301-1697, which is on the I-45 northbound access road between SH105/West Davis and Wilson Road. For further information, contact President Barbara Williams-Rash, 936-295-7778, email b.d.willrash@att.net; Vice President Chuck Toney, 281-362-9062, email
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Lodge 196 Houston-West invites all to Easter party, egg hunt
Lodge 196, Houston-West will host its annual Easter egg hunt and party on Sunday, March 6, 2016, from 2 to 4 pm. There will be games, face painting, a coloring contest, and pictures with the Easter Bunny. We will be serving cookies and other treats along with lemonade and iced tea. The Easter egg hunting will be done in several age groupings so everyone can get a basket full. All SPJST members, their families, and friends are invited to come and enjoy a fun day. See you then! Don Fruin, Reporter —SPJST—
S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Hosts Mardi Gras Celebration
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Lodge 246 Morgan’s Point supports Klinkovsky scholarship fund
Dear Members, Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point members gathered on Wednesday, February 17, 2016, at 12 noon at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. Special thanks to Ingrid Petrik for hosting the noon meal which was soup and salad from Olive Garden and a homemade spring cake for dessert. President James L. Lee, III called the meeting to order. Members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and observed a moment of silence. Secretary Melanie Zavodny read
the minutes from the January meeting. The minutes were approved as read. Treasurer Ingrid Petrik reviewed the financial report. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Susan Hutton announced upcoming activities including the State Straight Domino Tournament on March 5 at the Home Office; District Two Spring Meeting at Lodge 48, Beyersville on March 13; and Join Hands Day on May 7. Lodge 246 is proud to announce that James L. Lee, III is a new sales agent. President Lee reported that he attended the District Two Delegates’ Meeting on February 8 at Lodge 29, Taylor. The lodge received a plaque and a check award at the awards banquet on January 30 in Temple. He commented that the lodge had a good year in 2015 with several community
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service projects. The goals for 2016 will be to resurrect the youth club and to host quarterly service events that impact the community. President Lee reminded everyone that the Fort Hood November 5th, 2009 Memorial will be unveiled in a ceremony on Friday, March 11 at 3 p.m. between the Killeen Civic and Conference Center and Shiloh Inn in Killeen. Join Hands Day is Saturday, May 7, and the lodge will assist with the SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration at Seaton Star Hall. We also discussed assisting with a join hands event at the SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm sometime during the month of May. A letter was read from David Pechal of Lodge 47, Seaton. Brother Pechal encouraged the lodge to support the Frank Klinkovsky, Sr. Memorial Scholarship fundraiser to be held
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Sunday, April 3 at 2 p.m. in conjunction with Lodge 47’s meeting. Lodge 246 contributed $100 to the fundraising effort.
Next Meeting—March 8 The next meeting will be Tuesday, March 8 at 12 noon at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. President James will host the meal. In conjunction with the meeting, we will prepare about 200 sandwiches and sack lunches for Feed My Sheep. We hope to see you at the meeting! Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Shares Christmas Party Scenes
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Lodge 219, El Paso Shares Sales Agents’ Christmas Party Scenes
SPJST Lodge 219, El Paso members enjoyed a Christmas party for producing sales agents in 2015. Happy New Year 2016! Congratulations and
thanks to all producing sales agents for their work in 2015. —Baltazar Nunez, Vice President/Reporter
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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.
District Two Skating Party this Saturday
Dear District Two Youth Members, The annual District Two Skating Party will be held on the evening of Saturday, February 20, 2016, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Wheel’s Family Skating Center, located in Temple at 814 North 31st Street. We are hoping each of you will bring a friend and also invite them to become a member of your youth club. If your friend joins, your name will be put into a drawing for a prize. Your friend will have until April 15 to join the youth club for you to be eligible for the drawing. Pizza and drinks will be served to all attending. Of course, we will have door prizes and our famous dollar bill when you leave. We are looking forward to this traditional event. Let’s keep the tradition going as it is normally the best attended District Two social. It has been quite some time since we have all been together. Let’s all get together for a great evening. We look forward to seeing you this Saturday, February 20! Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, DYC Cristy Girod, ADYC Amber Bartek, ADYC —SPJST—
Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club visits Urban Air
Dear Readers, Lodge 25, Ennis youth met on Saturday, February 6, 2016, for a meeting and outing at Urban Air Trampoline in Rockwall. Devin led the meeting while everyone ate pizza after two fun hours of jumping and playing dodge ball. After the meeting, everyone enjoyed Mardi Gras cupcakes and singing “Happy Birthday” to Madison who is celebrating her eighth birthday. A big thanks goes to Allis and Kim for coordinating the outing for us.
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February 27 Fundraiser Everyone is encouraged to attend our annual lodge fundraiser which will be held on Saturday, February 27. Music will be furnished by Pontiax and Lost Money. Our teenagers will assist with the live auction. Please come out and support our lodge!
Next Meeting—March 6 The next youth club meeting will be held at the hall on Sunday, March 6 when we will have our Easter egg hunt. Everyone can bring a guest, and each member is to bring 25 colored eggs or wrapped candy. See you then! Fraternally yours, Rita Holland Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club reports on February meeting
Lodge 30, Taiton met Sunday, February 7, 2016, at Taiton Community Center. We went over lots of important dates coming up this spring. We had a great meeting. Mrs. Bubela gave us Valentine’s goodie bags for being her sweethearts. The meeting was then adjourned. Grant Bubela —SPJST—
Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club Celebrates Valentine’s Day
Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club members are pictured with their valentines from Youth Leader Lisa Bubela at the February 7, 2016, meeting held at Taiton Community Center.
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Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Leader posts important dates
Dear Věstník Readers, We held our regular monthly meeting Sunday, February 7, 2016, at 1 p.m. Present were 34 youth club members. Birthdays for February are Dawson Carter and Kal-El Martinez.
Old Business District Two Beseda meeting was held at Spare Time in Temple on Sunday, January 10. January 30 - SPJST Awards Banquet at the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center in Temple. Our youth club received two awards: one for 30 youth certificates issued and 12 new youth club members for 2015 - in which we received a check for $420 and another for being District Two Top Youth Club where we received $200. I received an award for 14 new youth club members. Congratulations to Brandon Bartek for being our Fraternalist of the Year and being in the top five in the state. Our lodge also received a Gold Star Award and a check.
New Business Saturday, February 13 - We will deliver all the socks we collected and the beautiful valentines everyone brought to the meeting (homemade) to the VA Nursing Home and Hospice Unit. Saturday, February 20 - District Two Skating Party at Wheel’s in Temple from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, February 27 - Frank Klinkovsky Tarok Tournament at Seaton Star Hall. Registration is 8 to 8:45 a.m. Cost is $25 per player and includes lunch and snacks. All proceeds benefit for the SPJST Memorial Endowment Scholarship Fund in Frank’s name. Sunday, March 6 - Youth club meeting with election of officers. Also, bring in the beans and rice y’all have collected for the state SPJST Food Drive. Sunday, March 13 - District Two Spring Meeting at Lodge 48, Beyersville. Registration begins at 1 p.m. Youth members need to make thank you cards. You will receive five merit points. Please use ink, magic markers, crayons, or paint. Do not use glitter, stickers, cut-outs, or computer generated graphics. The meeting will begin at 2 p.m.
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Saturday, March 19 - Youth Leaders Retreat at the SPJST Home Office starting at 10 a.m. We will discuss topics pertaining to the rule book changes, camp, and if anyone has questions, they will be answered. Friday, April 1 - District Two Youth Development Workshop at SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor from 6:30 to 10 p.m. More details to follow. Sunday, April 3 - Youth club meeting at 1 p.m.; mother lodge will honor 50- and 75-year members then we will have an Easter egg hunt so bring your baskets. Sunday, April 10 - District Two Beseda Fundraiser at Seaton Star Hall beginning at 11 a.m.; plates will be $8. Saturday, May 7 - SPJST Car Show at Seaton Star Hall; youth club will run the kitchen again this year. Saturday, June 4 - Youth club meeting the day before the annual picnic. Watch the Věstník for details. Sunday, June 5 - Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall annual picnic; watch for de-
tails in the Věstník. Thursday, June 9 to Sunday, June 12 - LIT Camp at ENC Cooper Farm. Friday, June 17 - District Two Swim Party and YAD entry cards will be due. Sunday, July 3 - Monthly meeting, 1 p.m. Saturday, July 9 - District Two YAD at Seaton Star Hall. Friday, July 15 to Saturday, July 16 - Star Hall Barbecue Cookoff Thursday, July 21 to Sunday, July 24 - District Two Camp at SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm. Saturday, August 6 - State YAD at Frank W. Mayborn Center. Sunday, August 7 - Youth club meeting at 1 p.m. Friday, August 12 to Sunday, August 14 - Corpus Christi Get Away. Saturday, September 17 - Outdoor Extravaganza at Seaton Star Hall. Please give to the 100 Pennies Fund.
Next Meeting—March 6 The Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club meeting will be followed by a scrapbook meeting then Beseda practice will be at 3 p.m. Fraternally, Joyce Kraatz, Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth share activities
RRHS Baseball Dear Members, We had a short and sweet meeting this month since the Super Bowl is today. I am also very glad that I made the RRHS Baseball team and have our first game on Monday. Colton Regan •••
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Thanks for making us happy! I love SPJST because people are kind there, and you do fun things like going to Six flags and the Christmas party and the parade. I saw my friend Mackenzie and my bus driver Mr. Peters. I wanted to thank all the people that make us happy and let us have fun. Araiana Federle •••
Sonic The Hedgehog I got Sonic The Hedgehog stuff. Brayden Gilliam •••
Valentines for Veterans I am glad that the Veterans are getting Valentine’s Day cards and socks. Brennan Graham •••
Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club: Fun Day at Urban Air Trampoline
Urban Air Trampoline • Rockwall, Texas Saturday, February 6, 2016
TOP LEFT PHOTO: BFFs Amanda and Madison. PHOTO 2: The girls enjoy their pizza. TOP PHOTO 3: Hanna, Lane, Logan, and Pierce. TOP RIGHT PHOTO: Everyone sings “Happy Birthday” to Madison and doesn’t embarrass her! LEFT PHOTO: Meeting and pizza time!
RIGHT PHOTO: Brandon, Chad, Aubrey, Victoria and Misty take a break from dodgeball!
LEFT PHOTO: Olivia, Devin, and Kim take a break from jumping at Urban Air Trampoline in Rockwall. PHOTO 2: The boys play basketball. PHOTO 3: Preston and Maison were the last two men standing in dodgeball! RIGHT
PHOTO: District Three King Pierce will have good luck for an entire year because he got the baby in the Mardi Gras king cake! —Submitted by Rita Holland, Youth Leader
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Going to Wheel’s I am really excited about going to Wheel’s soon. I like Wheel’s. I’m glad we get to go. It is so nice that Lodge 47 is paying for us to go. It will be so fun! Brinley Belson
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Donates Blood, Saves Lives
Starting Tee-Ball Soon I like school so much. I am playing basketball and start tee-ball very soon. Camdon Bartek
Video Games I played video games all day long. Garrett Festa •••
Making Noodles Yesterday I was making noodles. I burned myself taking them out of the microwave. Kimora Davis •••
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Ag Mechanics I’m excited for my first ag mechanics show. Ryan Festa
State Duke Fun Ever since I won State Duke, I get to ride a float in the parades and ride in a Corvette. Seth Martinez
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Valentine’s Day I hope you all have a good Valentine’s Day! Emma Ranly
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It was really cool to donate blood for the first time! I felt a little lightheaded, but my heart had all the joy cause I saved three lives. I’m looking forward to donating again! —Denae Bronikowski, 2014 SPJST State Queen
Tag Yesterday, I played tag. It was so fun! Kingston Davis •••
Meeting Fun I had fun at our meeting today. Tamryn Stock •••
Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club: Thanks, Director Rollwitz!
Fun with District Two The District Two meeting at Spare Time was really fun, and I got to see my friends and bowl. We had a great time. I can’t wait until the District Two skating party at Wheel’s. Kyndall Carroll •••
Excited about Skating Party I am getting ready to start baseball next month. I can’t wait. I am excited for the skating party at Wheel’s. It will be fun to see my friends and skate. Kasen Carroll
Valentine Cards My family and I made valentine cards with hearts on them. I really liked making them, and it made me very happy. Tyson Bilbrey —SPJST—
Lodge 88 Houston youth attends banquet
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Kind People in SPJST I like that people are kind in SPJST. We do a lot of fun things like the Christmas party. I loved it. Lydia Federle •••
District Four Director Billy Rollwitz donated his time and materials to build a trailer for Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club to collect aluminum cans to raise money for the youth club. The trailer is parked outside the SPJST hall in Rowena. Within one week, the trailer was more than half full with cans. Lodge 49 Youth Club wishes to thank Director Rollwitz for his time and thoughtfulness in this project. The youth club also thanks Butch Wood for his time in making the sign to attach to the trailer. Pictured above are, District Four Director Billy Rollwitz, Tanner Wood, Youth Leader Becky Wood, Cotton and Hunter Wood, and Brody and Sutton Schwertner.
Everyone Needs Good Socks I am happy that my youth club is donating socks to those in need at the VA. Everyone needs good socks! Nash Belson •••
Be happy! I made valentine cards, Be happy! Rebecca Federle •••
Dear Members, My family and I went to the SPJST Awards Banquet in Temple on January 30, 2016. I got to draw names for the door prizes, and we all took our picture with our lodge. We had steak, potatoes, and salad and cake for dessert. It was really good. The best part was going swimming at the hotel with my sister and her friend. Fraternally, Keith Wockenfuss, President —SPJST—
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Lodge 48 Beyersville youth: a soon-to-be teenager
My birthday is in two months March 26, 2016. I am going to be 13. I think turning 13 is a big deal. Maturity and responsibility are expected of you when you turn 13. You get to do things that you couldn’t when you were younger. When you are 13, you get treated as an adult, a young adult because you aren’t a real adult yet. I can’t wait to be a teenager because I can be an LIT. I mean, it’s gonna be hard keeping track of kids (and waking up early). But in the end, it all pays off knowing that you made the younger kids happy and have fun. Sincerely, Alyssa Nira —SPJST—
Lodge 49, Rowena youth share bowling, pizza fun
Bowling, Pizza, Cupcakes Dear SPJST, I went bowling with SPJST. I had so much fun. I had 67 points. I ate pizza, and I ate Grace’s cupcakes. They were delicious. Bella Schwertner •••
Bowling, Pizza, Cupcakes Dear SPJST, On Saturday, I got to hang out with my awesome family. We went to the rodeo then the bowling alley. At the bowling alley, we ate pizza and cupcakes. I enjoyed hanging out with my family . I can’t wait till next year! Grace Schwertner •••
Rodeo and Bowling Fun Dear SPJST, I went to the rodeo with my cousins. It was so much fun. After the rodeo, we went bowling it was fun, too. Olivia Schwertner •••
Grand Champion Rabbits Dear SPJST, I won grand champion and reserve grand champion rabbit. At the sale, they sold for $2,300. Sutton Schwertner •••
Fun with Cousins Dear SPJST, We were riding to the Blumentritt Tank on a tractor and a go-cart and a buggy. I had fun with my cousins. Brody Schwertner •••
Broncos Win! Dear SPJST, When we were watching the Super Bowl, the Broncos won. It was so awesome. I watched it all the way through. That was the best game. Tanner Wood •••
Funny Rodeo Clown Dear SPJST, I went to the rodeo. I saw a bunch of animals. The clown was funny. My cousin was the bullfighter. He did good. I also got to ride a horse. Hunter Wood •••
Three Strikes Dear SPJST, For the February meeting, we went bowling! I got three strikes and five spares! I beat all of my cousins. We ate pizza and had a great time! Morgann Wood —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club meets March 6
Dear Members, Our March youth club meeting time has changed. It will be on Sunday, March 6, 2016, at 1:30 p.m. This is earlier because we will have elections for the new positions. Make sure that you remember this is a special time for this meeting. See you on Sunday, March 6 at 1:30 p.m. Fraternally, Keith Wockenfuss, President —SPJST—
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Expression of Sympathy
We, the Resolution Committee of Karel Jonas Lodge No. 28, East Bernard, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family of our departed member, LESTER RAYMOND SRALLA, SR. Lester Raymond Sralla, Sr., age 93, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family members at his home in Needville, Texas, on December 17, 2015. He was born on September 4, 1922, in Hallettsville to Joe and Annie Sralla who moved to Needville with their family when Lester was seven years old. At age 16, Lester joined the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), also known as “The Tree Army,” where he fought forest fires and built roads through the East Texas Piney Lester Sralla, Sr. Woods. At age 20, Lester joined the United States Navy. He served his country in World War II in the Asiatic Pacific Theater in the South Pacific aboard the USS Tennessee Battleship. Lester received the Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon, The Philippine Liberation Medal, the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal, the Asiatic Campaign Ribbon with seven Bronze Stars, the American Campaign Medal, the Victory World War II Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal. Lester was honorably discharged in 1945. He was also a lifetime member of the American Legion Post 350. After his military service, Lester was first employed by Dow Chemical. Then he worked for Fort Bend County Precinct II, where he retired after 38 years as a heavy equipment operator. Lester was a dedicated and faithful member of St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church in Needville. He loved fishing on the Brazos River and working in his yard and vegetable garden. Lester was a devoted husband, father, and grandparent. He started each day by praying, “God give me wisdom today.” Needless to say, he was incredibly wise, and was loved and respected by everyone. He was a member of Lodge 28, East Bernard for over 60 years. Lester was preceded in death by his parents Joe and Annie Sralla; brother Alvin “Hap” Sralla; and numerous brothers-in-law and sisters in law. He is survived by his wonderful, loving wife of 63 years Rosalie Sabrsula Sralla; children Lester Sralla, Jr. and wife Joyce, Kathryn Morrison and husband Robert, and
Connie Teykl and husband Craig; as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends and family were invited to a visitation from 12:30 p.m. until service time at 2 p.m., on Monday, December 21 at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church in Needville. Burial with military honors followed at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Rosenberg. Memorials may be made to St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church in Needville or to American Cancer Society. Helen Kelner, Secretary —SPJST—
In Memory of Alfred Schoenemann
Alfred Schoenemann, 89, of Snook, went to his heavenly home on Thursday, February 3, 2016. Visitation was held on Saturday, February 6 from 9 to 10 a.m. at Snook Brethren Church in Snook. Service was 10 a.m. on Saturday, February 6 at Snook Brethren Church with interment following at Giesenschlag Cemetery. Alfred was born on July 18, 1926, to John and Amanda Schoenemann in Mound Prairie, Texas. He was the youngest of three children. He attended Snook High School and graduated in May 1943. Alfred married the love of his life, Betty Lou Ondrasek, on July 2, 1953, in Snook. They were married for 58 years and had one daughter, Jan. He worked at Producer’s Co-op in Bryan and also farmed and ranched. Alfred was a member of SPJST Lodge 9, Snook. He attended Snook Brethren Church, where he sang in the choir and served on the Board of Elders. He also was a charter member of Snook Lions Club and Snook Volunteer Fire Department. He loved the outdoors where he could garden, fish, bird hunt, and check his cattle with his dog. Alfred was a pillar of the community and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Amanda Schoenemann; wife Betty Ondrasek Schoenemann; and sister Margaret Schoenemann Phillips. He is survived by daughter Jan Schoenemann Wood of College Station; brother Leroy Schoenemann of Bryan; and nephews John Schoenemann, Mark Schoenemann, David Schoenemann, and Paul Schoenemann. Serving as pallbearers were John Schoenemann, Mark Schoenemann, Michael Junek, Gary Junek, David Kovar, and Kirk Barnes. The family asks that memorials be made to Snook Brethren Church Building fund. —SPJST—
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Vzpomínka na vánoční besídku u řádu Jaromír ve Westu, TX. Jan Vaculík
Člověk si rád vzpomíná na příjemné a pěkné události ve svém životě a tak i já v této již skoro předjarní době rád vzpomínám na naší vánoční besídku. Organisace proběhla velmi hladce od vedením osvědčeného Kuchyňského výboru a za velmi pěkného počasí byl sál zaplněn do posledního místečka. Jako vždy jsme měli přátelskou hodinu, pak násle-
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Slovanská Podporující Jednota Státu Texas
Uředni orgán SPJST ★ Založené roku 1897
dovala taneční představení našich místních středoškoláků, kteří mají na škole Spolek mladých historiků, jejichž zájmem je tanec nových a starobylých tanců. Tato skuina je na jednom obrázku a byli jsme rádi, že se přišli ukázat a zatančili několik moderních tanců a pak moravskou besedu. Pak přišla výborná večeře opět tradičně vařená rodinou Šuláků a všichni návštěvníci si pochutnali. Mezi vzácnými návštěvníky byli i Brian Vaníček s manželkou, president naší jednoty, Melanie Závodný s manželem, redaktroka našeho tiskového orgánu Věstníku, a president 3. okrsku John Klinkovskýs manželkou. Po večeři přišlo k losování výher. Skoro každý vyhrál malou hotovost,
Tradičně tančila mladez moravskou besedu.
Skupinová tanečníků.
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středoškolských
děti měly zvláště velikou radost z návštěvy svatého Mikuláše a paní Mikulášové a z dárků, které přinesl. Děvčát ko bylo už tak unaveno na čekání v řadě, že si muselo lehnout a odpočinout . Všichni jsme se dobře měli a pobavili a těšíme se již nyní na příští vánoční besídku v tomto roce 2016.
Mladí tanečníci zatančili velmi svižnou polku a další tance.
Při rozdávání dárků se udělala velká řada, malé děvčáko si lehlo na podlahu.
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Let’s Dance Masopust coming to Dallas Feb. 27
Sokol Dallas and Czech School of Dallas present “Let’s Dance” - Masopust on Saturday, February 27, 2016, at 6 p.m. This traditional family dance will feature live music by Ivan Chvojník with the duo of Eva and Vašek from the Czech Republic. Admission is $12 per person. Dinner is $10 per person. Advance tickets are $10 each. Children under 16 will be admitted free of charge. Kids meal and vegetarian dinner option is available. The evening will include activities for children and a cash prize drawing. Sokol Dallas is located at 7448 Greenville Avenue in Dallas. For more information, call 214-587-0275 or 214-881-6474 or email czechschoolofdallas@yahoo.com. Submitted by, Nina Marcussen, Founder Czech School of Dallas —SPJST—
Czech Music Benefit Luncheon Feb. 28 in Dallas
Sokol Dallas and Czech School of Dallas invite you to the Czech Music Benefit Luncheon on Sunday, February 28, 2016, at 12 noon. The event will include live music with the Eva and Vašek Duo from Czech Republic. Eva and Vašek are well known musicians from the Brno region. They will sing your favorite tunes and help you bring back memories of times you spent dancing the night away. This is especially for our seniors. Bring your grandpa and grandma to a relaxing afternoon filled with friends
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and music. Admission is $7 per person, and lunch is $10. Children will be admitted free of charge. Sokol Dallas is located at 7448 Greenville Avenue in Dallas. For more information, call 214-587-0275 or 214-881-6474 or email czechschoolofdallas@yahoo.com. Submitted by, Nina Marcussen, Founder Czech School of Dallas —SPJST—
CESAT meets February 20 in Schulenburg
The Czech ExStudent’s Association of Texas (CESAT) will have its annual membership meeting on Saturday, February 20, 2016, at Blinn College in Schulenburg at 10 a.m. Thadious Polasek Lodge 67, Schulenburg —SPJST—
Texas Czech Genealogical Society Website: txczgs.org
Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs.”
For membership: Merlene Bravenec 254-778-7285
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31st Annual Polka Fest, Corpus Christi Feb. 27
Czech Fun, Food, and Dancing! Czech Heritage Society of South Texas welcomes all to the 31st Annual Polka Fest on Saturday, February 27, 2016, which will be held at the Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz in Corpus Christi. Doors open at 10 a.m. Event includes Czech music, sokol gymnastic demonstration, grand march, prize drawing, silent auction, beverages and delicious food and kolaches for sale. For cost and other information, contact Sam Morris 361-215-9163; or Catherine Mokry 361-877-9932; and visit www.chssouthtexas.org. Submitted by, Jerry Sijansky Lodge 79, Corpus Christi —SPJST—
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PLCTM invites all Bexar County to Feb. 28 building CHS plans dedication March 6 dance The Board of Directors of the Polka Lovers Club of Texas Museum (PLCTM) cordially invite you to the blessing, dedication, and ribbon-cutting of the Monsignor Joseph M. Hybner Center on Sunday, February 28, 2016, at 2 p.m. The Center is located directly in back of the PLCTM Hoelscher Haus, 250 West Fairgrounds Road in La Grange. For information, contact Willie Bohuslav 512-347-1078 or 512-779-8050. Willie and Joyce Bohuslav Lodge 88, Houston —SPJST—
Bexar County Czech Heritage Society invites all to a dance on Sunday, March 6, 2016, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Martinez Social Club, located at 7791 FM 1346 at FM 1516 in San Antonio, Texas 78220. Music will be by Mark Halata and Texavia. Refreshments will be sausage-on-abun and kolaches. For more information, call 210648-2681 Alice Vida, Reporter Bexar County Czech Heritage Society —SPJST—
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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment
Post your lodge’s upcoming SPJST fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is Wednesday at 5 p.m., unless otherwise posted. Send updates directly to: VESTNIK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX to: 254-773-8087. Email to: melaniez@vvm.com. Advertising rates are $2 per column inch for lodge ads; $4 per column inch for non-profit organization ads; and $6 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at 800-727-7578 or email melaniez@vvm.com.
LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. 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 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 Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville.
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) Note: The bridge on the road to the hall is out; but good news; there is a detour to get to the hall. Directions: Take Farm Road 2114 East for 5 miles. Turn right on Adair Road and immediately veer right onto Marek Road. Marek Road runs into Czech Hall Road. Turn right onto Czech Hall Road. The hall is on the left about 1/2 mile. Friday, February 19—Cottonwood Water Supply meeting Sunday, March 6—Lodge meeting and 50-year pin presentations, 2 p.m.; SPJST 6 inc. annual meeting; youth club Easter program and egg hunt for all ages. Fried chicken and trimmings served 4:30 to 5 p.m. Friday, March 18—Social Sunday, March 27—Marek Family Day Sunday, April 3—Lodge 6 meeting, 2 p.m.
Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Note: The bridge on the road to the hall is out; there is a detour to get to the hall. Directions: Take Farm Road 2114 East for 5 miles. Turn right on Adair Road and immediately veer right onto Marek Road. Marek Road runs into Czech Hall Road. Turn right onto Czech Hall Road. Hall on the left about 1/2 mile down. 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 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 Oakridge 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 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions: From Caldwell, turn from Highway 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles; turn left on CR 225. Go one mile, veering to the right. Lodge building is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 979-272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Note: Until further notice, youth club meetings will be held with the adult meetings, which are on the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
Sunday, February 21—Barefoot Becky, polka/waltz, 3 to 7 p.m. $10/person. Kitchen will be open Sunday, February 28—Glen Collins Band, country western. 3 to 7 p.m. $8/person Sunday, March 6—Glen Collins Band, country western. 3 to 7 p.m. $8/person Sunday, March 13—Fritz Hodde, polka/waltz, 3 to 7 p.m. $8/person. Kitchen will be open Sunday, April 3—Glen Collins Band, country western. 3 to 7 p.m. $8/person
Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information/Country/Western Band Bookings: David Meyer 512-2170162; Polka Band Bookings: Artie Monson 512-281-3711; Hall phone: 512-285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: 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) Saturday, February 20—Red Ravens, 7 to 11 p.m. Kitchen will be open: Daniel Wilde will serve up the famous Flag Hall burgers. Doors/kitchen open at 6 p.m. $8/person.
Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Burlington. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit at blinking light on Hwy 53 to FM 485; go one mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Mark or Brenda Maddux 254-985-0002; Hall phone: 254-985-2393. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Saturday, February 20—Hall rental Saturday, February 27—SPJST Lodge 25 Annual Fundraiser. For details, see lodge letter on page ??? .
Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From iH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay on Hwy 287 East until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and go under the overpass at interstate 45. Go approx. 3/4 mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 972-875-8381; Hall Phone: 972-875-8381. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. Game Room: Open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 12 noon at Wharton County Library - East Bernard Branch, 746 Clubside Drive, East Bernard. For information, contact Secretary Helen Kelner 281-342-2624. LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) • All Wednesday and Friday night dances are free admission. • Old-fashioned hamburgers served every Friday beginning at 6 p.m.
Wednesday, February 17—Sam and Bobby Band with guest musician Fritz Hodde, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, February 19—Old Friends, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, February 26—Sterling Country 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 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. 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, February 20—Midnight Mustangs Saturday, February 27—Steve Dansby and the Tailgate Philosophers Saturday, March 5—Lost Heart Highway Saturday, March 26—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 254-7493326; 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; 830-8394353/night. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 39, BRYAN (1) Lodge Hall: Cherry Bend Circle, Lot 12, Bryan. Directions: From Hwy 6, turn west on OSR; go 2 miles to Mumford Road and turn left. Go 1.1 mile and turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. The lodge hall is at the bend of the road (white building). Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Lunch at 12:30 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. For information, call President Wade O’Shields 979-218-3527; FAC Ronnie Roesler 979-406-0158.
LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59 in Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Cathy Garcia 979-332-1614; Hall Phone: 979-648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of
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LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca.
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: 254-985-2548. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. 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 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge Meetings: Third or fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December (Christmas) at Frank’s Restaurant in Schulenburg at 2 p.m. Call Ernest Kutac to confirm meeting date 979-561-7190. 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: 254657-2485. 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) Note: Youth club meetings are held one hour before the adult lodge meeting at the lodge hall unless otherwise noted.
Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From iH-35 East in Dallas, take iH-20 East. From iH20 East, take the iH-45 exit toward downtown Dallas. iH-45 runs into Hwy 75. From Hwy 75, take a right at 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: Held one hour before the adult lodge meeting at the lodge hall unless otherwise noted. 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) Saturday, February 20—Barefoot Becky, polka/variety. $10 Saturday, February 27—private party Saturday, March 5—Moonglow Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $15 Saturday, March 12—Red Ravens, polka/variety. $10 Saturday, March 19—private party Saturday, March 26—no dance
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 713-8707114.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Tuesday, February 23—Game night at Lodge 92, 7 p.m.
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: For hall rentals and upcoming events information, call Naitonal Hall Events Manager Jon Durham 817-6241361. Also visit Lodge 92 website www.nationalhallfortworth.com. 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.
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 214906-3385; 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) 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, Wharton.
LODGE 154, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From iH-35 West in Fort Worth, take iH-20 West exit. Stay on iH-20 West until you come to 820; stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Highway and Azle Street exit. Take Azle Street exit; go to the traffic light. Turn left at the traffic light. Go to the second traffic light, then turn right onto Boat Club Road. Go approx. 2 1/2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: 817-237-5181. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 155, AUSTIN (2) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of March, June, September, and December. Call Secretary Ginny Prasatik 512-472-1721 for meeting time/location.
LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of every other month, 1 p.m. 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.
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Reservations/Hall Rental Information: Jo 713-993-6878; Hall Phone: 713-487-3297. Country/western dances 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: 254-982-4530. 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) Tuesday, March 1—Lodge meeting, 6 p.m. at Antonio’s Tuesday, April 5—Lodge meeting, 6 p.m. at Spring Creek Barbecue
Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Check Věstník for times or call one of the following: 817-295-6497; 817-371-0255; 972-268-0022; or 817905-2097. LODGE 181, CONROE (5) Note: Lodge meeting location/time will be announced in the Vestnik.
Tuesday, February 23—Lodge meeting at 6 p.m. at Golden Corral Buffet Restaurant, 1604 interstate 45 North in Conroe, which is on the i45 northbound access road between SH105/West Davis and Wilson Road.
Lodge Meetings: Lodge meeting location/time will be announced in the Vestnik. For further information, contact President Barbara Williams-Rash 936-295-7778; email b.d.willrash@att.net; Vice President Chuck Toney 281-362-9062; email cdtiii@toney.us; or Treasurer Patsy McClelland 936-788-5714; or email pmcclelland@consolidated.
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 iH-20 East exit and proceed on iH-20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North and stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Take a right on Mayfield; go down and take a left on Pleasant Valley Lane. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: 817-465-8538; 214-876-9029. Lodge Meetings: 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 830-625-8262 for meeting date/time/location.
LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy. 36, Caldwell. Directions: Lodge building is just off Hwy. 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: 979-567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Social games: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002.
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LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Hall Rental Information: 512-255-1554; 512-7714948. 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) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information/Dance Reservations: George Scogin 936875-2867. 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 Bruceville-Eddy City Hall.
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 806535-8356. 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 915-727-2048 for meeting location. LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Tammy Copeland 325-333-4089 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 210-413-3053 or Treasurer Colleen Jenke 210-215-9494. —SPJST—
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