Volume 104 Number 22
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Benevolence
H E R A L D
★ Humanity
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Honoring the Class of 2016
Lodge 9, Snook honored its graduating seniors at the May meeting. Pictured are, left to right, Colton Orsak, Carlee See, and Braxton Faust. “We congratulate you and wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors,” 2016-2017 Lodge 9 Youth Club President Grace Lewis says. “You will be greatly missed!” Not pictured are Lodge 9 seniors Morgan Sebesta, Marissa Villarreal, and Makenna Green.
Prepping for Summer Camp at SPJST ENC
SPJST summer camps are coming soon. To prepare for summer camp at SPJST Education and Nature Center in Ledbetter, ENC directors worked on several projects in May. Pictured here, District Three ENC Director John Engelke, front, and SPJST Foundation Director of Development James Lee, III repair the decking on the fishing dock. More photos on page 17.
The November 5, 2009 Fort Hood Memorial is located next to the Killeen Civic and Conference Center - the site of the 32nd SPJST Convention which will be held Sunday, June 12 to Wednesday, June 15. City of Killeen Mayor Scott Cosper asked that this letter be shared in the Vestnik to thank SPJST’s lodges, youth clubs, and members for their efforts in making the Fort Hood Memorial a reality.
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Inside This Week’s Vestnik
In Memoriam ......................................19 Youth Section ....................................20 Vestnik Project ..................................21 Czech Culture ....................................27 Advertisements .................................29 Lodge Calendar .................................30
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Lodge 17, New Tabor member celebrates birthday
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Lodge 25, Ennis member named EHS Defensive Player of the Year
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Statewide Youth Food Drive summary
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Editor’s Note
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SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 800-727-7578 • 254-773-1575 Fax: 254-774-7447 www.spjst.org VESTNIK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 • Mobile: 254-534-0807 VESTNIK Fax: 254-773-8087
email: m e l a n i e z @ v v m . c o m
SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 Mobile: 254-534-2902 • Home: 254-985-0007 email: vanicek@spjst.com VICE PRESIDENT 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@gmail.com
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 78114-6092 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 - Lian Pruski, 418 West Hunt Street Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - 830-480-2737 lianpruski@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, 305 Bluehaw Drive, Georgetown, Texas 78628-6367 - 512-948-5339 - tcannon4715@yahoo.com District Three - Lynda Novak, 7153 Cornelia Ln, Dallas, Texas 75214 - 972-948-4456 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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he 32nd SPJST Convention is approaching rapidly. If you will not be attending, please “like” our SPJST page on Facebook or follow @spjst on Twitter. We plan to post updates throughout the Convention which begins on Sunday, June 12 with registration and a howdy party. The Convention convenes on Monday morning. We will also try to go “live” at times on our Facebook page. Give us a like or follow us to keep up with the latest information. We will be using #spjstconvention.
The Power of Listening I found this great article with tips in theLOOP from Perkspot. Did you know the word LISTEN contains the same letters as the word SILENT? But as texting becomes the norm and Snapchat rules the world, we’ve forgotten how to genuinely listen to one another. We spout off endless babble and rhetoric without taking time to fully digest what the other person is saying. Learning to listen is one of the simplest ways to make a huge difference in your life. Listening well can improve conflict resolution, build stronger relationships, and develop empathy. Try these tips to become a better listener: Pay attention. Do you leave your phone out at the table? How about responding to a text or email while having a conversation? And, when we don’t have tech to distract us, our to-do list is also pretty effective.
When you’re having a conversation, make sure to put away all the distractions (including the ones in your head) and pay attention to what the other person is saying. Get distracted anyway? Repeat what you think you heard and make sure you’re tracking along with them.
Be ok with silence. Especially in meetings, keep in mind a little bit of silence is ok. Take time to ask questions and wait for the answers. You may be surprised to get feedback from the quieter members of the group that could re-shape the way you’re looking at a particular issue. Push through the silence, and you’ll be amazed at what you’ll find. Don’t interrupt. Pretty self-explanatory. Let the other person finish before you speak. It’s just rude not to. Stephen R. Covey, author of “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” says in his book, “Most people do not listen with the intent to understand; they listen with the intent to reply.” Remember to listen first, and then respond. Becoming a better listener will make you a better coworker, boss, and friend.
Still to Come . . . Stay tuned to the Vestnik for a summary and photos from the SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration held at Seaton Star Hall on May 7. It’s coming soon! —SPJST—
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Family Fun and Important Dates
June 4 June 5 June 5
Readers Write
Supreme Lodge Vice President Lodge 15, Buckholts hosts Cotton Festival Dance (2) candidate shares qualifications, goals Lodge 47, Seaton Annual Picnic (2)
Lodge 63, Sweet Home Summer Social Tobola’s Party House (6) June 5 Lodge 88, Houston Homecoming (5) June 5 Lodge 155, Austin Summer Social Pok-e-Jo’s Smokehouse (2) June 8 Lodge 84, Dallas Special Committee Meeting (3) June 9 Lodge 32, Victoria Summer Social Potluck (6) June 9-11 Leader-In-Training Retreat SPJST Education and Nature Center, Ledbetter June 12 SPJST Convention Howdy Party Killeen Civic and Conference Center June 13-15 32nd SPJST Convention Killeen Civic and Conference Center June 14 Flag Day June 25 District Three YAD Lodge 183, Arlington June 25 Lodge 18, Elgin hosts SPJST Float Western Days Parade, Elgin (2) June 26 District Seven YAD Comal County Fairgrounds, New Braunfels July 1-2 Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club Bake Sale Rudolph’s Meat Market (3) July 4 SPJST Home Office Closed • Fourth of July July 4 SPJST Float • Belton Fourth of July Parade (2) July 4 Lodge 183, Arlington hosts SPJST Float Arlington Fourth of July Parade (3) July 7-10 Districts One/Four/Five Camp SPJST Education and Nature Center, Ledbetter July 9 District Two YAD • Lodge 47, Seaton July 13-16 Districts Three/Seven Camp SPJST Education and Nature Center, Ledbetter July 15-16 Lodge 47, Seaton Barbecue Cookoff July 16 District Four YAD Lodge 49, Rowena (4) July 16 Lodge 51, Ellinger Annual Picnic (1) Ellinger July 17 District Six YAD Taiton Community Center July 17 Lodge 6, Cottonwood Picnic (3) VESTNIK
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SPJST INTEREST RATES . . . 05/01/2016 - 07/31/2016
SPJST Farm/Residential/ Universal Life Commercial Property Universal Life 3 Information (plans 1203-1222 with a Call the SPJST Home Office guaranteed rate of 2.50%) 800-727-7578 for information. Credited Rate: 3.00% 75% Residential/Farm Whole Life/ Loans for 5 to 30 Years Universal Life 3 Commercial Property (plans 1223-1232 with a Loans for 1 to 10 Years guaranteed rate of 2.50%) and 11 to 15 Years 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%
As the time for the 2016 SPJST Convention draws near, I want to thank all of the delegates that I have had the opportunity to meet and discuss some of the issues facing SPJST. I believe the future is bright for SPJST and that with excellent leadership, we will enjoy the growth we need. Below is a partial list of my qualifications to serve as Vice President for SPJST: • Over 35 years of life insurance experience
• Life insurance certifications— Life Underwriters Training Course (LUTC), Life Underwriters Training Course Fellow (LUTCF), Fraternal Insurance Counselor (FIC), Fraternal Insurance Counselor Fellow (FICF), Certified Fraternal Field Manager (CFFM)
• State Field Manager with SPJST for over 7 years • Extensive life insurance knowledge • Knowledge of applicable state laws to keep SPJST compliant
• Experienced and proficient in recruiting, training, and working with agents
• Dedicated fraternalist: past president, vice president, and secretary/treasurer of SPJST Lodge 87, Temple • Enrolled/attended numerous leadership courses
• Superb goal-setting abilities - development of SMART goals (Specific, Measureable, Attainable, Realistic, Time-bound)
I believe it is imperative that the Vice President of SPJST have extensive knowledge and experience in the life insurance industry. In addition, he/she must also have the ability and willingness to work in the field with our agents and managers, plus work closely with our lodges to increase the membership for SPJST. He/She must possess the confidence which is a re-
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sult of years of success in the life insurance business; the character which comes from effectively working with members, agents, Home Office personnel; and the leadership traits which evolve from years of exceptional management in life insurance. He/She must lead, guide, and direct all aspects of the Vice President’s office through sound business practices, and he/she must facilitate all work with the Officers and Directors of SPJST. If elected Vice President, I will set comprehensive, realistic, short- and long-term goals, not only for the Society but for the districts and assist the lodges in setting goals for their individual lodges. When these goals are set, they must be communicated to the group of people responsible for attaining them. As Vice President, I will keep the objectives in front of our management team and sales force, while keeping the Officers and Directors informed as to the success of our plans. Goals and objectives must be specific in nature, defining the progress that is expected. They must be measureable by past performance—not just of the last year but for several years, and measured to be sure they are on track to reach the desired results. They must be attainable. To set goals that are so excessive, making them impossible to reach, would be a deterrent and few, if any, would strive to achieve them. They must be realistic. Setting targets that are very easily reached does not encourage us to make the extra effort to reach higher levels of success. Goals must be time bound. They must have an ending date which allows the goals to be checked periodically to be certain the objectives are indeed on target to achieve the year-end results. We have lost more members than we have issued; therefore, we must set goals that will provide growth for our Society and not goals that are simply attainable. I have strategies to reverse this dangerous trend. I believe that one of the first steps we must make is to redefine our recruiting efforts. We must develop a profile of a candidate so that we know the type of person we want to appoint as a sales agent. As Vice President, I will contact every lodge and ask for your assistance in appointing sales agents. I will provide the lodge with the profile of a sales agent so that the lodges may recommend people for consideration as a sales agent for the
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lodge and SPJST. I also plan to contact qualified insurance agents across the state to offer them the opportunity to become a sales agent with SPJST. It is essential that once we have selected a new sales agent that we provide the best possible training. We must clearly define what is expected of a new agent and what the agent can and should expect from SPJST. Development (training) should not stop with just the initial training but be an ongoing process. Similarly, a new agent should clearly understand that long-term sales activities are expected and required. As Vice President, I will be not only an administrator. I will also be working in the field conducting training seminars that will include the full aspect of SPJST. We will include staff from the fraternal, youth, underwriting, and the management team so that a new sales agents is aware and understands that SPJST not only provides a great life insurance portfolio but also the added value of fraternalism. In addition to the ongoing training of our new sales agents, we must offer our help in retraining and reconnecting with some of our existing sales agents. I strongly believe there are things we can do that will be beneficial to our Society and can be done relatively easily. I am also considering programs that will take substantial research and coordination with the Officers and Directors to be sure any plan or items we develop will be right for our members, SPJST, and our sales force. I believe that we need to add products to our portfolio; however, these products must benefit our SPJST members. We cannot chase after the hottest-ticket items just to make quick sales. In the current field of candidates, I believe I am uniquely qualified to fulfill all the responsibilities of Vice President for SPJST. I am capable, willing, and ready to meet the challenges for SPJST. I humbly and sincerely ask for your vote and support in this upcoming 2016 Convention. If you would like to visit with me, please feel free to do so. My email address is hadixon2003@yahoo.com, and my phone number is 254-231-7722. Fraternally, Hiram Dixon Lodge 183, Arlington —SPJST—
Supreme Lodge Vice President candidate: Thank you for all your encouragement
The Convention is just around the corner so I wanted to write one last time to thank everyone who has worked so hard to get the Convention ready. I also want to thank those in advance who will be attending. Your job, as unenviable as it can be, is more important than anyone can ever imagine. You cannot be rewarded enough to warrant what you are about to embark on, so I hope my heartfelt thank you will suffice. I also want to thank all those who emailed me after my article where I laid everything out. I had no idea I would get so many encouraging responses. Because the by-laws did not allow me to campaign during company hours or in the company vehicle, I did not get an opportunity to visit all of the district delegate meetings. I do apologize if you have not had the opportunity to question me. I would like to reiterate some of my plans (not all), should I get elected. This is a short version of my article that appeared in the April 20, 2016, Vestnik. You can refer to that article for more information. These are my plans, and plans do not mean anything if systems are not in place. Because my business plan would be too long to lay out in an article, I will be more than glad to lay out the entire system for you at the Convention, should you want to meet with me. Until then here are my plans once again. Understanding we are a Fraternal and to grow, three areas must work together, and they must be tied to one another. These three areas are the lodges (fraternal), the agents, and the insurance. If one part of this chain breaks, they all go down together. With that said, here are my plans once again: To grow the fraternal, we need to focus on four areas: the current membership (both old and young), new members, member benefits, and growing in the community. First, with over 20 years of experience talking to groups, emceeing charity events, mission trips with youth, and business consulting, I will focus on creating member benefits that will make SPJST members see our value. That will include finding business partners to offer discounts in such areas as medication, health, and well-
ness, entertainment, and travel. With more than 45,000 members, there will be a large amount of businesses willing to offer such benefits. As the owner/president of Christian Business Fellowship Association (for almost 10 years), a business consultant, and a public speaker, I have many contacts that will allow me to find the right businesses to offer these benefits. Second, a new member program will be put into place to welcome those new members and show them the benefits of being active with the lodges and the community. A welcome call or letter will show all the benefits—not just what insurance they have. This call/letter will be separate from their policy certificate, and it will be warm and inviting. Third, we will look at making SPJST more attractive to the 30- to 50year-olds, our bridge group that should be groomed to take over the leadership. We will find what programs are important to them and work on implementing them to get more interest in the lodges. This will also bring in their children and grandchildren to increase our youth clubs. Last, as an owner of a successful marketing company, until I passed it to my son in 2010 (which is still going strong today), I can implement marketing plans that will brand SPJST to the communities. This will include such things as sponsorships, teaching lodges how to embrace their communities, and educating the public about SPJST. We will embrace the culture of the community. We will teach them about the Czech culture but show them that we embrace all cultures. The agents are a vital part of growing SPJST. They bring in money that supports lodges, and they are the feet on the street that market us. Unfortunately, these agents are independent and have a right to sell other products. Because the agents are vital, there are three areas we need to focus on: having competitive products to make us more attractive than the other companies they sell for; giving the proper training so that they see our value; and making sure the incentives are attractive enough to keep them selling for us. The market is changing very fast. With the flux of uncertainty, many companies are looking toward new and modern products to keep up in the industry. We are no different. Our product portfolio must be attractive to the agents and the public. With new products already in the field for over a year, we are already behind. I will
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catch us up and get pro-active with keeping fresh products available. We will get such products as Accelerated Benefits, Indexed Annuities and ULs, and Guaranteed Universal Life with Return of Premium riders, which will make it more attractive to our agents. As a person who has been in the insurance business for more than 20 years—and writing continuing education classes for SPJST for almost 10 years, I will continue expanding on that program. I have written and conducted such classes as “Using Fraternal Benefits as a Selling Tool;” Superior Customer Service;” “Annuity Basics, Suitability, Replacement, and Disclosures;” “TDI’s Regulatory Role;” and many more. I will continue to put an emphasis on education and implement these classes throughout the state. In addition, with more than 15 years of speaking and conducting seminars, I will educate the members with seminars in the lodges and communities where the lodges exist. This will attract inactive members, get more members active with the lodge, and bring in the public to introduce them to SPJST. The last part of the training will be showing agents the importance of being active within the lodge, understanding the Czech culture, and learning how to educate the members about our products. I will realign the incentive programs to what was important to the agents, which will allow us to attract more professional agents that want to be part of SPJST. I not only bring in over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry (over 11 years with SPJST), I bring in over 20 years of marketing experience, training, and business consulting. This also includes writing continuing education classes that agents need to keep their license; public speaking, which includes keynote speaking and emceeing charity events; and working with youth groups. Once again, I would like to thank all those who wrote encouraging emails. This is not a job—it is a position of honor. If you vote me in, I would expect you to hold me accountable, and I will be more than happy to make you proud. If I am not voted in, I encourage you to hold the new Vice President to these standards. Have a very blessed week! Fraternally, Delisle L. Doherty Lodge 196, Houston-West —SPJST—
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Seaton Brethren Church invites youth to Vacation Bible School
Seaton Brethren Church, located at 12561 State Highway 53 near Temple, Texas, in the community of Seaton, will host Cave Quest VBS on Monday, June 6 to Friday, June 10, 2016, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. for children ages three years through fifth grade. For more information, email seatonbrethrenchurch@gmail.com; see the SBC Facebook page; or call 254-985-2694. VBS Directors Ruth Psencik Lodge 24, Cyclone Joyce Skrabanek Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
Member thanks lodges for hosting delegates’ meetings
I would like to thank Lodges 29, Taylor and 80, Holland for hosting the District Two delegates’ meetings. They both provided wonderful hospitality and delicious food. It was very much appreciated that they opened their halls and dedicated their time for the group. Not only was there a good turnout, but the meetings were also very informative. Thank you! Rubie Volek, FIC Lodge 187, Round Rock —SPJST—
Member shares appreciation
Dear Mr. Brian Vanicek and Scholarship Committee, I am sincerely honored to have been selected as the recipient of the SPJST General Scholarship. Thank you for your generosity that will help towards my education at the University of Texas. Sincerely, Vince Sluss Lodge 172, Pasadena —SPJST—
Member conveys gratitude
Dear Scholarship Committee, I greatly appreciate the opportunity that you have given me with this scholarship. It will be a great help over the next two and one-half years as I attend TSTC for heating ventilation and air conditioning. I really appreciate the support you have given me by selecting me to receive this scholarship. Sincerely, Ty Brewer Lodge 35, Elk —SPJST—
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Great Opportunity for a College Student Flexible hours to meet your class schedule
Fraternal Department Assistant Job Posting
Department: Fraternal FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/Part-Time Reports to: State Youth Director
Summary Serves as an assistant to the State Youth Director and provides clerical and administrative support to the Fraternal Department. This position is ideal for a college student needing flexible working hours.
Duties and Responsibilities • Provides clerical assistance to the State Youth Director and the Fraternal Department. • Assists at youth functions; may involve travel and overnight stays. • Assists in camp planning and program execution. • Completes projects assigned by State Youth Director. • Responds to telephone requests in a professional manner. • Other duties as assigned by the State Youth Director.
Qualifications • Ideal candidate will have past experience as a participant within the SPJST Youth Program. • Must be computer literate in Windows-based software including word processing, presentations, and spreadsheet programs. • Excellent writing skills including strong spelling and grammar. The ability to carefully proof work and ensure proper format use. • Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills. • Present a professional image, maintain a positive attitude, be a selfstarter, take initiative, be dependable, and take pride in work product. • Experience in working with children/teens a plus.
Education, Experience, Knowledge • High school diploma required. • Clerical experience. • Training in Windows-based software (word processing, presentations, spreadsheets) or Apple computer systems.
Czech and Then Some from Ennis, Texas, will play for the 32nd Annual SPJST Convention Banquet on Monday, June 13 in Killeen, Texas. Band members are, left to right, David Czarnek, Josh Zapletal - trumpet/guitar, Zeke Martinez - drums/guitar, Jennifer Slovak - clarinet/sax/percussion/guitar, Danny Zapletal - trumpet/piano/vocals/leader, Michelle Slovák - clarinet/sax/piano/percussion, John Schumacher - bass/vocals, and David Slovák - accordion/guitar/piano/vocals/manager.
Applications Submit resume and application to PO Box 100, Temple, TX, 76503, Attn: Human Resources. Applications may be completed online at www.spjst.org Application Deadline Until filled
SPJST is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. —SPJST—
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From the SPJST Financial Secretary SPJST Financial Statement as of March 31, 2016
Dear Members, In accordance with the 2012 SPJST By-Laws, I am submitting a report of our Society which is extracted from the Quarterly Statement for the period ending March 31, 2016. This report gives you pertinent items of information concerning our Society. All items are entered as found ASSETS
in the Quarterly Statement which was filed with the Texas Department of Insurance in May 2016. Please review this report in detail and should you have any questions, please contact me. Fraternally, Roy W. Vajdak Financial Secretary
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL CONDITION
Bonds.................................................................................$205,707,137 Stocks ................................................................................ 4,880,539 Mortgage Loans................................................................. 15,895,215 Real Estate: Properties occupied by the Society............................. 2,208,839 Properties held for the production of income............... 74,754 Certificate Loans................................................................ 1,511,639 Cash .................................................................................. 2,676,163 Other Assets ...................................................................... 3,275,335
TOTALS ......................................................................$236,229,621
LIABILITIES AND RESERVES
Certificate Reserves ..........................................................$204,906,896 Liability for Deposit-type Contracts ................................... 3,820,128 Certificate Benefits Payable ............................................. 1,389,341 Premiums Received In Advance ...................................... 553,780 Interest Maintenance Reserve …….................………….. 3,061,734 Asset Valuation Reserve ……………………....………….. 2,288,889 Other Accrued Liabilities.................................................... 1,088,220
DISTRIBUTION OF INCOME
Life and Annuity Benefits ...................................................$ Refunds to Members ......................................................... Additions to Reserves........................................................ Operating Expenses ..........................................................
4,692,166 -101 543,253 1,655,075
NET INCOME .............................................................. $
(288,632)
TOTALS....................................................................... STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN CERTIFICATE HOLDERS’ SURPLUS
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Farm Eq quipment and Implements Tractors, Dozers and Graders Mowers and Shredders Stock, Flatbed and Water Water Trailers Diesel and Water Water Storage Tanks Firearms, Antiq ques and Collectibles Trucks and Cars Boats and W Watercraf atercraffts Tra avel Trailers and RVs Four Wheelers and UTVs Building and Fencing Materials ** Real Estate can also be donated, including: Farms, Ranches, Acreage, Buildings and Homes
For infformation, ormation, please contact James Lee, III at JamesL@spjst.com or call 800-727-7578
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From the Fraternal Department State FAC Shares June Fraternal Updates
Reserve Your Room Now for the End of Summer Get Away Good times wait for you at the 10th annual Corpus Christi Get Away. Make plans now to join us on August 12 to 14, 2016, for a fun-filled weekend. Last year, approximately 368 men, women, boys, and girls from across the state came out to enjoy the weekend fraternal celebration. As in years past, SPJST rooms have been blocked at the Emerald Beach Hotel in Corpus Christi. Make sure you get your room booked early. As of May 23, there were 95 available for both Friday and Saturday. This is out of the 150-room block that were set aside for the event. If you have not already done so, please make your reservations as soon as possible by calling the hotel at 361-883-5731 and refer to group code “SPJ” to assure proper room rates. If you have any problems or concerns while making your reservation, please ask to speak with Mary Alice. She will be able to help you. SPJST is hosting the deep-sea fishing excursion on Friday in conjunction with the End of Summer Get Away this year. The 2016 celebration also commences with the Friday night Aloha Party. Saturday’s events will once again include sand sculpting, horseshoes, 42 domino, bunco, and an evening party. This year, the Saturday night festivities will take on a “Buccaneer” theme! If you and your friends are interested in joining the fishing excursion, please contact Frank at frankh@spjst.com or call 254-5340681 to register for the excursion.
2017 State Tournaments! During the April SPJST Supreme Lodge meeting, the decision was made to keep all state tournaments – progressive “42” domino, tarok, straight domino, and “42” domino to be held at the SPJST Home Office for 2017. Attendance was up significantly for the 2016 competitions. Efforts are now under way to solicit sponsors for the 2017 tournaments. With the sponsorships, we’re looking to provide a significant boost in the prize money awarded at each tournament in 2017. If you have a business or special interest that would like to sponsor one of our SPJST tournaments in 2017, please give me a call at 254-534-0681,
email frankh@spjst.com, or call Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez at 800-727-7578, 254-7731575 or email tammym@spjst.com.
Member Referrals Wanted: Participate in the Monthly Prize Drawing! When it comes to getting new SPJST members, there is no substitute for member referrals. When an SPJST member refers a friend or family member for membership in SPJST, he or she is helping to build a stronger and more active lodge. It also qualifies you to participate in the monthly referral card drawing contest.
Monthly Contests! All referral cards received during a given month will go into a drawing for three $25 Walmart gift cards. The individual making the referral also benefits SPJST by helping to build a stronger and more active local lodge. On a related note, SPJST is looking for men and women who believe in the fraternal ideal and would like to consider the benefits of being an SPJST sales agent. Flag Day—June 14 The week of June 14 is designated as National Flag Week. During National Flag Week, the president will issue a proclamation urging United States citizens to fly the American flag for the duration of that week. In the United States, Flag Day is celebrated on June 14. It commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States, which happened that day by resolution of the Second Continental Congress in 1777. In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established June 14 as Flag Day. In August 1949, an Act of Congress established National Flag Day. Please take a few moments on this date to pause and recite the Pledge of Allegiance to our flag; and we encourage you to talk to your children, grandchildren, and friends about what the flag means to you. It’s important to remember that so many others have given their lives to secure our freedom, so please participate in this national observance. Your lodge may want to join with a veterans organiza-
tion in your community and be a part of the celebration. This would count as a service project/community outreach. This year, the SPJST Flag Day Celebration will be observed on the morning of June 14 at the 32nd SPJST Convention at Killeen Civic and Conference Center. All members and guests are welcome to attend the celebration. Observe Father’s Day – Sunday, June 19 A big driving force behind the establishment of the integration of Father’s Day was Mrs. Sonora Smart Dodd, born in Creston, Washington. Her father, the Civil War veteran William Jackson Smart, as a single parent raised his six children in Spokane, Washington. Mrs. Dodd initially suggested June 5, the anniversary of her father’s death to celebrate Father’s Day. She did not provide the organizers with enough time to make arrangements, and the celebration was deferred to the third Sunday of June. The first June Father’s Day was celebrated on June 19, 1910, in Spokane, Washington. Unofficial support from such figures as William Jennings Bryan was immediate and widespread. President Woodrow Wilson was personally feted by his family in 1916. President Calvin Coolidge recommended it as a national holiday to be celebrated on the third Sunday of June. The holiday was not officially recognized until 1972, during the presidency of Richard Nixon. Therefore, Father’s Day was born as a token of love and gratitude that a daughter cherishes from her beloved father. Roses are the flowers for Father’s Day – red to be worn for a living father and white if the father has passed away.
SPJST Create a Commercial Contest SPJST is encouraging its members to join in the fun and create your SPJST commercial. Make your commercial funny or make it serious. Be
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creative, and make it memorable. There will be two entry divisions: youth (up to age 15) and adult (16 and older). Entries may be submitted until July 17 on DVD or flash drive. SPJST Foundation Clean Out Your Barn! SPJST Foundation will be sponsoring a number of events to raise funds that will benefit the SPJST Education and Nature Center and Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center. The “Clean Out Your Barn” event will be a statewide auction and tax-deductible proceeds support both the SPJST Education and Nature Center and Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center. If you have any questions or would like more information about the event, contact James Lee, III at 800-7277578 or email JamesL@spjst.com.
SPJST FAC Assistance We are here to help if you need assistance. Please feel free to call me at 254-534-0681 or email frankh@spjst.com. You can also contact Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez by telephone - 800727-7578 or 254-773-1575 or email tammym@spjst.com. Your District FAC is also available to assist you. They are:
District One FAC Kyle Skrabanek 979-820-0531 District Two FAC Ruth Hanusch 254-771-0193 District Three FAC Vicki Sims 214-763-0341 District Four FAC Janeece Williams 806-990-3351 District Five FAC Patricia Bruce 281-890-4933 District Six FAC Helen Zabransky 361-798-3347 District Seven FAC Glen Pruski 830-480-6212 Fraternally submitted, Frank Horak State Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—
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Lodge 4 Hallettsville congratulates scholarship winners
Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville met on Sunday, May 8, 2016, at the Chamber meeting room at 3 p.m. Vice President Annie Vahalik opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. Resolution of sympathy was read for deceased member Eugene “Gene” Jurena by Gayenelle Chudej. Minutes to the last meeting and the financial report were presented by Secretary-Treasurer Helen Zabransky. Committee reports were given. Gayenelle Chudej and Vicky Zak attended volunteer appreciation week events at Hallettsville Rehab and Stevens Convalescent Center. Vice President Vahalik was happy to announce the three winners of SPJST scholarships from our lodge. Baylis Mattea Zak, daughter of David and Carol Zak, received the Nick A. Morris scholarship; Alyse Nicole Janak, daughter of Scott and Connie Janak received a freshman scholarship; and Justin Joseph Mikush, son of Craig and Sandra Mikush, received an undergraduate scholarship. Congratulations! Members were reminded that the net meeting will be June 19 - Father’s Day - at the Chamber meeting room at 3 p.m. The meeting adjourned followed by a delicious lunch. Games were then played. Many thanks to FAC Annie for getting the prizes. Everyone enjoyed playing. Door prizes were Lillian Rabel, Gayenelle Chudej, and Helen Zabransky.
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
Next Meeting—June 19 See you at the next meeting on Sunday, June 19. There will be door prizes and lunch as usual. Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 17 New Tabor Recognizes Longtime Members
Congratulations to, left to right, 75-year members Colbert Drgac and Mary Ann Morille and 50year member Charlene Skrabanek. BELOW: Lodge 17, New Tabor President Randy Gaas presents pins to, left to right, Charlene Skrabanek, Colbert Drgac, and Mary Ann Morille.
Lodge 15 Buckholts to host Cotton Festival dance this Saturday
President Doug Williams was still not feeling very well so he asked Vice President Mary Helen Rodriguez to hold the meeting. We met at the Post Office Cafe at 5:30 p.m. Virginia Williams led us in the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silence in memory of our departed members. We especially want to remember the Zajicek family. They had been faithful members for so many years. In old business, we are still needing to get the stucco skirting on the lodge building. This is to be completed before we can receive our grant from Cameron Historical Society. We are also still in need of some used fencing wire to replace the old wire that we removed. President Williams stated that he had taken care of the taxes and had checked on the exemption status. We are approved until 2017.
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The convention will be coming up soon. We will have two delegates attending - Sandie Fischer and Mary Helen Rodriguez . We appreciate them representing us. In new business, the Cotton Festival will be taking place here in Buckholts on June 4, which is the first Saturday in June. SPJST Lodge 15 will be sponsoring a dance that night from 7 p.m. to 12 midnight. “Ringo” Martinez will be providing the music. Concessions will be available. Admission is free for children ages 12 and under; $3 for ages 13 to 17; and $5 for adults. We hope you can attend. One of our SPJST members - Leon Orsag - was speaking with President Williams and stated that he had always dreamed of his gospel band playing on our SPJST stage. He said he would do it for free, but we decided to pay his expenses. He resides in Austin. One of our most gracious members Loraine Kuzel Killian, who earlier gave us the generous donation for the roof, said she would pay the expenses. We appreciate so much for all she has done for us. If it had not been for her, we would probably had to settle for a patched up old roof.
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A date has not yet been set, but we will keep you posted. It will take place on a Sunday afternoon. Virginia Williams made the motion that we adjourn, seconded by Mary Helen Rodriguez. Motion carried. Next Meeting—June 13 The next meeting will be Monday, June 13. We hope you can be there. Dorothy Tomascik, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 17 New Tabor honors longtime members
Dear Readers, Lodge 17, New Tabor held its regular monthly meeting on Sunday, May 1, 2016, at 2 p.m. The meeting was called to order by President Randy Gass. Secretary Ben Trcalek read the minutes of the April meeting, and they were approved as read. Treasurer Lillian Beasley gave her report. FAC Holly Narro announced all of the upcoming events and reminded
that today was our Join Hands Day project at New Tabor Cemetery. Youth were bringing flowers to put on the gravesites and were picking up trash and other debris in and around the cemetery. Youth Leader Holly Narro gave the youth report. Susan Skrabanek gave the hall and bar reports and spoke about the Big Event that was put on by Caldwell Middle School. She talked about all of the community service projects that they did at the hall. We had a guest, Cynthia Vrazel Strmiska, who is a candidate for SPJST Supreme Lodge Vice President. She spoke to the membership and asked for our support at the upcoming convention.
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There was no old business. Under new business, the delegate meeting was announced. We then had our 50- and 75-year pin presentation with two 75-year recipients and one 50-year honoree present. Those present to receive their pins were Colbert Drgac, Mary Ann Morille, and Charlene Skrabanek. A cake and punch reception followed the presentation of the pins. Fraternally, Kyle Skrabanek, Reporter —SPJST—
Four Generations of SPJST Members Celebrate Granny Gladys Hejl of Lodge 17, New Tabor
On Sunday, May 1, 2016, our family celebrated Granny Gladys Hejl’s birthday. Her birthday was on May 6. Granny Gladys, her daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren are all members of SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor. LEFT PHOTO: Granny Gladys, front, with her daughters, left to
right, Betty Suehs, Carol Petty, Susan Skrabanek, and Donna Jones. RIGHT PHOTO: Granny Gladys’ family gathers on May 1 to celebrate her birthday. Happy Birthday, Granny Gladys! —Submitted by Dillon and Macy Narro, Lodge 17 Youth Club
LEFT PHOTO: Grandchildren gather with Granny Gladys to celebrate her birthday. They are, left to right, Holly (Suehs) Narro, Mindy (Suehs) Bammel, Mica (Petty) McFarlane, Marshall Petty, Kyle Skrabanek, and Logan Jones. Back: Mabrey Petty, Lacy (Jones) Busse, and Lindsey (Jones) Collins. They are all members of Lodge 17, New Tabor. RIGHT
PHOTO: Granny Gladys with her great-grandchildren. In Granny Gladys’ arms are Madelynn Bammel and Thatcher Dowell. Back: Macy Narro, Dillon Narro, Millison Dowell, Hunter Petty, Joshawa Petty, Tabor Dowell, Maylee Dowell, and Tyler Sandner. They are all members of Lodge 17, New Tabor.
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Lodge 23, Moravia meets June 21
SPJST Lodge 23, Moravia will meet on Tuesday, June 21, 2016, at 7:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. This will be one week after June 14 - the regular scheduled meeting. Please mark this meeting date change on your calendar. Fraternally, Kathleen Guenther Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 28, East Bernard honors members
Members of Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard met for its regular monthly meeting on Sunday, May 15, 2016, at 12 noon in the Wharton County Library meeting room. All officers were present plus SPJST President Brian Vanicek, Supreme Lodge Vice Chairman/District Six Director Karen Kaspar, members, and guests. President Glenn Kaminsky called the meeting to order. Everyone said the Pledge of Allegiance. Next, there was a moment of silent prayer for those who passed away - Henrietta Forrest, Patrick Bernhausen, Lillie Sontag, and our 75-year member Emilie Zahradnik. Our prayers and sympathy wishes go to each of their families. Get well wishes are sent to all who are ill.
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Happy 80th Birthday, Wilbert Mikeska!
Next, Glenn said grace and recessed the meeting for our social honoring 50- and 75-year members. Everyone enjoyed a meal of grilled chicken and side dishes along with pineapple and chocolate cake. After visiting a while, the meeting resumed. Glenn turned the meeting over to President Brian Vanicek. He gave an update on SPJST. Next, he called the 50-year members for presentation of 50-year pins: Edward Klecka - accepting for him was wife Angie, Deborah Tobola, and Donna Cavness. Also honored was Joseph Fucik, not in attendance. Each gave a story about their experiences with SPJST. Brian reviewed what happened 50 years ago. Next, Brian called our 75year members. The three granddaughters of Emilie Zahradnik attended to receive her pin - Jan Janecek, Saman-
Lodge 18, Elgin presents scholarship
Lodge 18, Elgin President David Meyer presents Elgin High School Senior Victoria Portus with Lodge 18’s non-member scholarship.
Happy 80th birthday to Wilbert Mikeska of Lodge 24, Cyclone! He celebrated his special day on Sunday, May 8 - Mother’s Day - while serving as chief barbecue cook at the lodge’s annual Mother’s Day barbecue lunch. He is pictured with wife Margaret.
tha Kmiec, and Jessica Lauritsen. Their grandmother Emilie passed away Saturday. They told stories of their association with SPJST and that their grandparents spoke the Czech language. Also receiving 75-year pins were Annette Hlavinka and Anton ‘Tony’ Kelner. Each gave a history of their experiences with SPJST. Brian reviewed happenings 75years ago. Karen Kaspar reviewed the state of our organization and experiences with members. Brian reported on SPJST scholarships, the Education and Nature Center, Czech Heritage Museum, nursing homes, assisted living centers, Fort Hood Memorial, and the upcoming convention. Glenn next reported on the Join Hands Day project with East Bernard 4-H Club and what our organization does for the community.
Thanks to Brian and Karen for door prizes, and thanks to Karen for donating to the 4-H Club. Glenn stated that reports will be given in full next month. Anyone wishing to review them now, please check with Tony or Helen. Everyone was able to win a door prize. Pictures were taken of our honorees. A big thank you to Glenn for getting food, Jeanette for decorating, Helen for all she did, and all who helped.
Next Meeting—June 12 The next meeting will be Sunday, June 12 in Killeen. Our July meeting will be July 10 at Wharton County Library meeting noon at 12 noon. Helen Kelner Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 32, Victoria: summer social potluck June 9
Summertime is almost here! Let’s get ready for it by celebrating with Lodge 32, Victoria at a summer social potluck on Thursday, June 9, 2016, at 6 p.m. at the lodge hall. Members are asked to please bring at least one dish - two if you can - it will be strictly be potluck - and a little music! See you then! Fraternally, Kathy Ahlstrom FAC/Reporter —SPJST—
Tyler Evatt of Lodge 24, Cyclone receives SPJST Slovacek’s Scholarship
Congratulations to Belton High School graduate Tyler Evatt, right, of Lodge 24, Cyclone! He was presented the SPJST Slovacek’s Scholarship for $1,000 by District Two Director Jesse Pospisil.
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Lodge 47, Seaton invites all to picnic this Sunday
A reminder to everyone . . . SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton will have its annual picnic this Sunday, June 5. Fried chicken and sausage along with all the trimmings will be served from 11 a.m. until sold out. You can enjoy your meal in the comfort of the hall or outdoors under the pavilion. Plates-to-go will also be available for you to pickup from our drive-thru. Highlights of the day will be a polka jam from 1 to 4 p.m. There will be games for all ages which will include bingo for everyone inside the air conditioned hall. Make plans to sign up for the horseshoe tournament by noon that day. Fun for the youth to enjoy throughout the day will be a bouncy house and the favorite
dunkin’ booth. There will be a prize drawing held with seven nice prizes. These include: 1st prize -King/Queen Quilt 2nd prize - Yeti Cooler 3rd prize - 49-inch Toshiba Television 4th prize - Insignia Sound Bar with Subwoofer 5th prize - Fitbit Charge HR 6th prize- Amazon Fire Tablet 7th prize - Outdoor Fire Pit
Who knows, it may be your turn to be the lucky winner of one of these nice prizes. The drawing will be held after the live auction around 6 p.m. You need not be present to win. There will be a live auction held at 4 p.m. It’s always a treat to see what items are to be auctioned off. This year we are in hopes to have some antiques. Lodge 47 will be excited to recog-
nize Johnnie A Plsek, our member who just reached the Grand Age of 96. Mr. Plsek’s recognition will be held at 2 p.m. Please come out and visit and wish him a happy birthday! I have always heard one of the most enjoyable things about the Seaton Picnic is getting to see friends and visiting with one another. I truly believe this. What a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Hope to see you there—Sunday, June 5 at Seaton Star Hall. Members, we are in need of bingo and country store items, desserts for the meal, desserts and crafts for the sweet booth. Donations for any of the above mentioned will be appreciated. Workers are needed in all areas. Members and friends we'd love your help. You can contact any lodge officer to let them know where you would like to help.
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Please remember your help is needed on Saturday, June 4 at 8:00am to help prepare and set up for the picnic. Potato salad will be made at 10 a.m. We thank everyone in advance for the support of our lodge which in turn helps us to give back to the community and other organizations. We hope to see you all at Star Hall on Sunday! Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, Secretary —SPJST—
Scenes from Lodge 24, Cyclone Mother’s Day Barbecue Lunch - Part 2 Sunday, May 8, 2016 • SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone Flag Hall
LEFT PHOTO: Working the to-go plates line are, left to right, David Nauert, Margaret Mikeska, Mark Macek, Colton Regan, Patsy Koslovsky, Cortni Ashcraft, Kalen Ashcraft, Janet Macek, Linda Pospisil, Sharon Kaderka, District Two Director Jesse Pospisil, and Leonard Kaderka. RIGHT
PHOTO: At the barbecue pits are, left to right, Larry Posvar, Derek Campbell, Wilbert Mikeska, Billy Smetanka, Roy Malcik, Keith Andel, Steve Bruggman, Kenneth Andel, Robert Macek, Gerald Wilde, Mark Maddux, Daniel Wilde, Dustin Andel, and Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek.
LEFT PHOTO: Serving in the food line are, left to right, Dustin Andel, Shirley Hoelscher, Daniel Wilde, Evelyn Richter, Cynthia Vrazel Strmiska, Linda Smetanka, Joan Vanicek, Mary Ann Billeck, Margaret Mikeska, Rosie Craft, and Michael Morris. CENTER PHOTO: Vestnik Ed-
itor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny and husband David Nauert sell to-go plates. RIGHT PHOTO: Youth club members Shelby Bruggman, left, and Meghan Malcik sell tickets for the quilt prize drawing.
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Lodge 63 Sweet Home summer social this Sunday
Lodge 63, Sweet Home will hold its monthly meeting and summer social on Sunday, June 5, 2016, at Tobola’s Party House outside Sweet Home beginning at 12 noon. The Party House is located on FM 531 near its intersection with Highway 77A between Hallettsville and Yoakum. A social hour will start the afternoon, followed by a short meeting and a meal of hamburgers and sides. Everything will be furnished by the lodge but members are asked to bring desserts. Someone with a birthday in one of the first six months of the year will win a cake baked by Ann Moseley. Door prizes will be awarded. This is also the time of year when we honor our 50- and 75-year pin recipients. We ask that anyone eligible be in attendance for the presentation of the pin. Please note that the date is the first Sunday in June, the 5th, and that it will be at Tobola’s Party House at noon. See you there. Elaine Berkovsky FAC/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas: members, please come to June 8 special meeting
Dear Members, The active Lodge 84, Dallas members have been discussing various options about what to do in the best interest of the current lodge facility. Lodge 84, Dallas is the Czech Center of Dallas—but we need . . . we must have . . . our members’ input and help. The facility/lodge hall/building needs constant maintenance and repairs, and we must come up with a solution for our Czech Center of Dallas. At the last meeting on Sunday, May 15, 2016, it was decided to hold a special committee meeting on Wednesday, June 8 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Please save the date, circle it on your calendar, and set a reminder in your smart phone. We need Lodge 84 members to help decide what is best for the lodge’s future. We want to have a plan in place for Lodge 84. We want to be able to have a facility—not meet at a member’s home or the local Denny’s. We want to continue to have some resemblance of a lodge intact, but we must have your input. The current property is not for sale, but we must hear ideas from our other members— not just the 12 or so members who regularly attend meetings each month. Our parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents worked hard to establish Lodge 84 as one of the prominent lodges of SPJST. We are so proud of our past. But, we must work to preserve the lodge’s future by planning
today. Please help. Please contact Lodge 84, Dallas President Justine Yeager with any questions prior to the meeting by emailing her at dyeags@swbell.net. Again, the date is Wednesday, June 8 at 6:30 p.m. at Lodge 84, Dallas. The address is 2625 Floyd Street in Dallas. Can we please count on you to be there to offer input and advice? Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 92 Fort Worth changes June meeting date
Lodge 91 San Jacinto meets June 11
Tuesday, June 7 Lodge 92 trustee meeting at 5:30 p.m.
Dear Members, Lodge 91, San Jacinto will hold its second quarterly meeting of 2016 at Luna’s Mexican Restaurant on Saturday, June 11 at 11 a.m. Luna’s is located off of Cedar Bayou Lynchburg in Baytown. There will be a short meeting followed by lunch. Please join us for good food and a fun time. Fraternally, Vonda Smesny Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 28, East Bernard Honors Longtime Members
Lodge 28, East Bernard honored its longtime members on Sunday, May 15, 2016. Congratulations to 75-year members, second from left to right, Annette Hlavinka, Anton J. “Tony” Kelner, and the late Emilie Zahradnik who passed away on May 14. Sister Emilie’s pin was accepted by her granddaughters Jan Janecek, Jessica Lauritsen, and Samantha Kmiec.
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Also pictured are SPJST President Brian Vanicek, far left, and Lodge 28 President Glenn Kaminsky, far right. RIGHT PHOTO: President Vanicek, left, and President Kaminsky, right, congratulate 50-year members Edward Klecka (wife Angie accepted Edward’s pin), Deborah Ann Kovar Tobola, and Donna Ruth Tallas Cavness.
We invite you to mark these activities on your calendar and plan to visit Lodge 92, Fort Worth. Get ready for a great time! Sunday, June 5 Country/western dance from 2 to 6 p.m. with Randy and the 92nd Roadhouse. Admission is $6.
Wednesday June 8 Sportsmens’ Club meets at 7:30 p.m.; monthly meeting of hunting and fishing enthusiasts with speakers and door prizes. Free and open to the public.
Friday, June 10 Tanglefoot dance from 8 to 11 p.m. Admission is $10 for members and $17 for non-members.
Sunday, June 12—Attention! Please note—we will not have a lodge meeting on Sunday, June 12. We will meet on Tuesday, June 21 at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 14 Ladies Circle at 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, June 14 Game night at Lodge 92 at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 21 Lodge 92 meeting at 6 p.m.
Hall Rentals Rental information for National Hall and/or to obtain an event schedule, contact Events Manager Jon Durham at 817-624-1361 or visit www.nationalhallfortworth com. Fraternally, Angela Paprskar Casteel President —SPJST—
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Lodge 142 Houston reports on May meeting
Lodge 117 Robstown meets June 18
SPJST Lodge 117, Robstown will hold its quarterly meeting on Saturday, June 18, 2016. Lodge 117 does not have a lodge hall; therefore, we hold our meetings at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard Street in Corpus Christi. The meeting time is 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. After the meeting, members will have a social. We would like to have more members attend these meetings. Fraternally, Frances McDonald, President —SPJST—
The meeting of SPJST Lodge 142, Houston was held on Sunday, May 1, 2016, at 2 p.m. The meal of steak, baked potatoes, and green beans and cake was served at 1 p.m. before the meeting. President Keith Kieschnick called the meeting to order at 2 p.m. followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call of officers. All officers were present except Karley Kieschnick, flag bearers, and sales agents Carita Felbermayr and Kerry Herrington. Financial Secretary/Treasurer’s report by Mary Ann Kieschnick was approved. Youth Leader Catherine Manchack gave her report. They purchased four season passes for $264.76 and now have $887.03. Fraternal Activities Coordinator report was by Pat Schleider. Sick committee reports Jack Manchack had back surgery on April 26 and is doing good. Nelson and Alice Jochen were in a car accident on April
Lodge 25, Ennis Teen: Defensive Player of the Year
10. Nelson is doing okay. Alice had broken ribs and spent several days in St. Marks Hospital at La Grange. Both are doing good at this time. There was no old business from the floor.
New Business President Keith commented about the baseball field. Birthdays for the month was Jack Manchack - May 24. There were no anniversaries. Oldest male was Oscar Schank; oldest female was Joyce Molenosky; youngest member was Gunnar Owens.
Next Meeting—June 19 The meeting adjourned until the next meeting on Sunday, June 19 at 2 p.m.; meal served at 1 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 142 Houston meets June 19
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Members with birthdays in April, May, and June will be honored. We hope to see you. Fraternally, Janie Bucek Secretary/FAC —SPJST—
Congratulations, Simona Buccigrossi of Lodge 32, Victoria
The next meeting of SPJST Lodge 142, Houston will be Sunday, June 19 - the third Sunday at 2 p.m. with a meal served at 1 p.m. Members and friends will meet at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston. Keith Kieschnick President —SPJST—
Lodge 151 Wharton meets June 21 Ennis Varsity First Baseman Jacob Honza was presented with “Defensive Player of the Year 2016” and “All District Defensive Player of the Year” by Coach Macy at the Baseball Athletic Banquet held on May 24 at Ennis. Jacob has played baseball since he was nine years old and has played with five team members—Logan Lipscomb, Kyle Keever, Ian Baker, Evan Moreno, and Mason Hopkins—since that time. Coach Macy praised him for his ability at first base and stated that
the team will miss him next year. Jacob is the oldest son of Jodie and Sharon Honza and grandson of Adell Rejcek and the late Clem Rejcek, longtime members of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis. His younger brother Jarron Honza also plays on the varsity team and sister Kaillan goes to all the games to support her brothers. Mr. Honza is a recipient of an SPJST Scholarship and plans to attend University of Texas at Tyler. —SPJST—
SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton will hold its quarterly meeting on Tuesday, June 21, 2016, at Wharton Depot Museum, located at 100 Sunset Street in Wharton. We had to change the date of our meeting because the SPJST Convention convenes on our regular meeting date. We voted to meet on the third Tuesday of the month because some of our members have meetings scheduled on the third Monday. A light meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. Please call Carolyn Bucek at 979532-1910 before Thursday, June 16 if you plan to attend so she can make arrangements for the food.
Congratulations to Simona Buccigrossi of Lodge 32, Victoria! She received second runner-up in the 2016 Miss LaVernia Lion’s Club Scholarship pageant on Friday, May 13. Simona received a $700 scholarship, and she will serve on the court for one year participating in numerous parades and serving with the Lions at the nursing home, food pantry, Lion’s Club camp, Stuff the Bus, Christmas tree lighting, LaVernia Junior Livestock Show, and other community activities. Seventeen-yearold Simona is a junior at LaVernia High School and is the daughter of Mark and Darla Buccigrossi.
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Lodge 155, Austin summer social this Sunday
Lodge 155, Austin invites members and guests to its summer social on Sunday, June 5, 2016, at Pok-e-Jo’s Smokehouse, located at 2121 West Parmer Road, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Members are reminded to bring their activities sheet for the fraternal activities coordinator’s report that must be turned in to the Home Office after each of our quarterly meetings.
Exciting News! Our lodge is excited to have a new youth club thanks to the combined efforts of District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky and Ashley Tullos, our vice president and newly-elected youth leader. We encourage grandchildren and great-grandchildren of our members to join and to tell their neighborhood, school, or church friends about the fun activities this group is all about so these friends will want to join also. Fraternally, Ginny Prasatik Secretary/FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 180 Burleson meets June 7
Lodge 180, Burleson will meet Tuesday, June 7, 2016, at Sammy’s Bistro in Burleson. The following month, we will meet on Tuesday, July 5 at Spring Creek Barbeque in Burleson. All of our meetings begin at 6 p.m. Please save the dates and plan to attend our meetings. Fraternally, Nancy S. Kelly Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station meets June 12
The next meeting of Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station will be held one-half hour earlier than normal on Saturday, June 12, 2016, at 1:30 p.m. at C&J Barbeque, 1010 South Texas
Avenue in Bryan. All members are encouraged to attend and participate in lodge business and planning. The lodge will not be providing a meal, but please come early if you wish to enjoy lunch and fellowship with the fellow lodge members prior to the business meeting. For more information, please contact Lodge 189 President Henry Mayo at 979-777-1426 or hpmayo@gmail. Fraternally, Henry Mayo President —SPJST—
Lodge 202 Jourdanton plans June meal/meeting
Sunday, June 5 is the Lodge 202, Jourdanton meal/meeting at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center. Sandwiches will be provided. Bring sides or desserts. We hope to see you there! Fraternally, Bettie House Secretary —SPJST—
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Ennis Sewing Circle
Ennis Sewing Circle met on Thursday, May 12, 2016, in the Sokol Club room. We arrived at 8 a.m. and stretched President Irene’s pretty quilt. We had a lot of members who came early to quilt, and we thank them all Ann, Dorothy B., Pat, Victoria, Geraldine, Georgia, Dolores, Martha, Ginny, Karen, Dorothy P., Mary, Irene, and myself. What a good group! Thank you all! By lunch time, we had 18 members and guest Mayfair Mullican. President Irene said grace, and we all enjoyed a delicious lunch. Thank you to the setup and clean-up crew. You’re great as always. After lunch, President Irene called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all, and a moment of silence was held for William E. Hejny, Joshua Krajca, Emil Milan, Lillian Bacak, Johnnie Hajek, and Alice Pawlouski. The “Our Father” was recited for the above and for our sick members. Secretary Ann read the minutes of our last meeting, and Treasurer Dolores gave her report. Both were ap-
Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Adults, Youth Join Hands to Organize Hall Areas
Adult and youth club members of Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje joined together to clean and reorganize the kitchen, bar, and storage room at the hall. We enjoyed fellowship while sweating as we worked! We also enjoyed sandwiches, fruit, and beverages for lunch. Lodge 40 hall looks a lot
better, is well-organized, and will now be an asset for potential renters to utilize the kitchen for their events. Thanks to all who helped with the Join Hands Day project! —Cathy Garcia, President/Youth Leader
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proved as read. Ginny read a funny newspaper article that we all enjoyed. Sunshine Lady Dorothy had get well cards to sign for Anne Zabojnik, Geraldine Kubin, and Pat Fowler. She also announced our May birthday celebrants - Ella Mae Zmolek, Ginny Svehlak, Ann Clagett, and Dorothy Prachyl. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Ginny, Ann, and Dorothy. A card was mailed to Ella Mae. We thank Lil Kosarek for donating cards to the Circle for our use. Pat Fowler announced we will quilt for Georgia Holy in June, and in July, we will have an elephant sale and show-and-tell. Members, start getting your sale items together. Kitchen items are needed, and several volunteered - Joan Brown, Ann, Libbie - and Pat Fowler brought a big stack of napkins. A discussion was held on what quilt pattern and material will be used in starting the Junior Sokol quilt for next year 2017. Ann Clagett donated several items, apron, and crocheted scarves for the prize drawings at the elephant sale in July. If anyone has items to donate to the drawing, it will be appreciated. Dorothy Kudrna reminded everyone about the National Senior Health and Fitness Day on May 25 at Sokol Hall. Everyone is invited. It is free, and we will have lunch after the class. Come at 9:45 a.m. to get your name tag. Class will start at 10 a.m. We hope to see you all. President Irene’s discussion this month was how to fold and cut different squares. She said keep all scrap material - no matter how small - then cut different squares. She had samples
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Lodge 92, Fort Worth Member Honored at District Meeting
LEFT PHOTO: Sophie Milan of Lodge 154, Fort Worth congratulates Lydia Alholm of Lodge 92, Fort Worth on the Grand Age of 96. Sister Lydia celebrated her special day on April 30 and was recognized at the District Three Spring Meeting held at Sokol Fort Worth
to show in different plastic containers that she cuts during the night when she can’t sleep. There are six different ways to make the disappearing patch. Irene, you did a great job. It was all very interesting. President Irene thanked all who quilted on her quilt for bringing their recipe. She had a big stack. Libbie talked about the passing of her friend Emil Milan. He was a big Sokol gymnast and SPJST member. He taught school at L.D. Bell High School in Fort Worth. He started gymnastics there. In fact, he started gymnastics in all Texas high schools. He was called the father of Texas high school gymnastics. Libbie also read a note from Joyce and Joe Ehrenberger. They are doing well. Lil Kosarek was our 50-50 dollar winner - I think her first time to win. President Irene thanked all for com-
Jacob Horak of Lodge 80, Holland receives SPJST Merit Scholarship
Congratulations to Holland High School graduate Jacob Horak, left, of Lodge 80, Holland! He was presented the SPJST District Two Merit Award scholarship for $1,000 by District Two Director Jesse Pospisil.
on April 24. RIGHT PHOTO: Congratulating Lydia are District Three Director John Engelke, left, Lodge 92, Fort Worth President Angela Paprskar Casteel, and SPJST President Brian Vanicek. —Photos by Mary Steinman of Lodge 154, Fort Worth
ing, quilting, the wonderful lunch, the set-up and clean-up, and that we will meet June 9. We will quilt for Georgia Holy, have lunch and a meeting, and play the 50-50 game. We hope to see everyone.
Other News Karen Haskovec was excited about her new granddaughter Kalina, and she was showing pictures, which were precious. Irene was excited speaking about her granddaughter Courtney from Colorado and her two children. Irene’s great-grandchildren Grey Marie and Gage Morris were here in Texas visiting. I have to brag myself. I have a new great-grandson Walt Matthew Morales. He was born Saturday morning, May 14, weighed seven pounds and eight ounces, was a little over 20 inches, and of course, was precious. Ennis Sokol has been busy lately. Mollie B was here for four days. There was a full hall everyday, all day. Now Polka Festival is coming May 27, 28, and 29. I’m sure it will be full again. This year, they are celebrating 50 years. I can’t believe 50 years have gone by. I remember when it first started. I’m looking at a brochure, and they are having 19 polka bands, and a country concert - Lonestars - with special guest Jamie Richards on Saturday night at Sokol Hall. Stay well and happy, everyone. We hope to see you at Polka Festival, Sokol Hall museum. If you come, stop in and say hello. Georgie Morales, Reporter —SPJST—
★ ★ Reunions ★ ★
Reunion notices are published at no charge and as a benefit to our SPJST members. First-run announcements may be edited to fit the space. Thereafter, until the week prior to the reunion date - as space permits notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Please include your SPJST lodge number/name, and your contact phone number. Thank you.
June 4 Kelner family—at American Legion Hall, East Bernard. Contact the following for information: President PF Thomas 281-636-9822; Vice President Helen Vrana 979-532-3622; Secretary Helen Kelner 281-342-2624; Treasurer Joey Pitman 281-236-7652; Historian Lillian Neeley 713-947-2472. Submitted by Helen Kelner, Lodge 28, East Bernard. June 4 Shiller-Hejl families—at SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville. For information, contact Eileen J. Shiller Dickerson 512-496-1496 or ejshiller@yahoo.com. Submitted by Alton L. Dickerson, Lodge 29, Taylor.
June 5 Sefcik-Kubin families—at New Tabor Brethren Church Fellowship Building, on County Road 225, Caldwell. For your reservation. For information, contact Lillie Chafin 979-272-1136. Submitted by Lillie Chafin, Lodge 17, New Tabor.
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Lodge 185, New Braunfels Adults, Youth Join Hands for Gabriel Project
Lodge 185, New Braunfels and Lodge 185, New Braunfels Youth Club joined hands to collect items for the Gabriel Project, a non-profit organization whose purpose is to help pregnant women and mothers with young children who need assistance. Items collected include diapers, baby wipes, blankets, bottles, baby food, clothes, books, and toys for young children. Cash donations were also included. “The chairman of the Gabriel Project was very grateful for the van full of donations, and
June 5 Krenek-Shupak families—at Frenstat Holy Rosary Catholic Church Hall, Caldwell. Call Bettie Martine 979-2292394; or Dorothy Matus 979-567-3307 for information. Submitted by Jo Pruett, Lodge 9, Snook.
June 11 Pavel and Rosina (Kovar) Belicek family—at the Senior Activity Center, Thorndale. For information, contact Johnnie Mogonye 512-453-6014; or email jhemdlm2@aol.com. Submitted by Jeanette Peterson, Lodge 18, Elgin.
June 12 Vajdak family—at SPJST Lodge 9, Snook hall. Call Carla Welch 979-2293630 for information. Submitted by Margie Vajdak Nohra, Lodge 9, Snook. —SPJST—
Stojanik-Pavlasek-KubalaSkrhak-Pospisil families
Fun, food, and family reunion time are just around the corner! The Stojanik, Pavlasek, Kubala, Skrhak, and Pospisil families will gather for their 38th annual reunion on Sunday, June 12, 2016, at SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor hall, 5025 FM 619 in Taylor. The 2015 reunion was a great success. The food was wonderful, and the silent auction was a big hit with all ages. Big thanks to everyone who pitched in to help with registration, in the kitchen, with the silent auction, and with clean up.
The day will include a potluck lunch, silent auction and door prizes, prize drawing, youth involvement, pictures/memorabilia, games/fellowship, and lasting memories. Heidi Cooper and Amy Martinka will be in charge of registration which begins at 10:30 a.m. A noon meal will follow. Dues are $5 per family and $3 for individuals and guests. Dues collected will help cover the cost of hall rental fees, supplies, etc. What to Bring Each family/individual is asked to please bring a meat dish and a vegetable or dessert; one silent auction item (more if you can) - try to bring something special and unique, and remember all age groups; bring memorabilia - old and recent family pictures
two mothers shed tears of happiness when they received some of the books and toys,” Lodge 185 Youth Leader Theresa Haag said. “She also said that the cash was enough to purchase three cribs, mattresses, and linens for the cribs.” Special thanks to all the adult and youth club members for all their hard work in making it another very successful Join Hands Day project. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 185 Youth Leader Theresa Haag, left, and Lodge 185 President Donnie Howard.
and pictures from past reunions; bring address books for updates and address changes; bring any suggestions that you would like to see happen at future reunions. As for beverages, coffee and tea will be furnished. No outside alcohol may be brought in. Alcohol and sodas can be purchased from the bar. The 2016 Reunion Committee members are Monica Stojanik 512560-1515; monica.stojanik@yahoo.com; and Irene Cavanaugh 254-527-3205; irenec@fsbcentex.com; Kitchen Committee - Irene Stojanik and Frankie and Mary Jane Pustejovsky; Silent Auction Committee - Laurie and MaKenna Ramirez. Please help the 2016 Reunion Committe by spreading the word to any and all family members who didn’t receive a notice. The 2015 reunion turned up many new
Lodge 180, Burleson Receives 2015 Incentive Award
District Three Director John Engelke, left, presents the 2015 incentive award to Lodge 180, Burleson President Bill Slavik, center, and FAC Leon Flusche.
faces and was a great success. Every year, our reunion gets bigger and better - don’t break the chain! This is your reunion; future reunions depend on you! Mark your calendar and see you on Sunday, June 12 at 10:30 a.m. at SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor hall. Submitted by, Monica Stojanik Lodge 20, Granger —SPJST—
Hejl family
Frank and Helen Patava-Hejl families will hold their reunion on Sunday, June 12, 2016 at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall. Registration is at 11 a.m. Covered dish meal will begin at 12:30 p.m. Drinks, bread, and tableware will be provided. Business meeting, prize drawing, and silent auction will be held. For information, contact Karen (Hejl) Massar 254-774-9944; or 254-760-5425. Submitted by, Karen Massar Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
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Bartek family
The 53rd annual Bartek family reunion will be held Saturday, July 9, 2016, at Ratibor Country Bar and Grill in Ratibor, Texas. Registration will begin at 10 a.m. Everything is furnished, but please bring a dessert (sugar-free/gluten-free items welcome). Remember also to bring an item or two for the auction. Pictures to share of your family, past reunions, or any other family information will be enjoyed. For information, contact Amy Pagel Devereaux (254) or Paula Pagel Faris (512) 818-0259. Submitted by, Paula Pagel Faris Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
Grasshoppers— start early in the season for better control
By Wizzie Brown Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Program Specialist
Grasshoppers can be a common sight in most yards each year. They tend to feed on various plants and in some years can occur in large numbers and lead to severe damage. It’s best to start looking managing grasshoppers
Lodge 180, Burleson Members Visit SPJST ENC
Lodge 180, Burleson President Bill Slavik, left, and Lodge 180 Fraternal Activities Coordinator Leon Flusche, right, visit SPJST Education and Nature Center in Ledbetter on Saturday, May 21, 2016. Joining them in the photo are ENC Camp Director Jeb Lapeyrolerie, second from left, SPJST Foundation Director of Development James Lee, III, center, and Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center Executive Director Susan Chandler. The group toured the dining hall, cabins, fishing and swimming lake, high ropes course, and office facilities.
now while they are still small and do not have fully developed wings. Grasshoppers lay their eggs in the soil in groups of 20 to 100 eggs. Eggs can be laid in ditches, fence-rows, and weedy areas. Eggs begin to hatch in April to May, or sooner, weather permitting, and continue hatching throughout June. Immature grasshoppers, or nymphs, resemble adults but do not have fully developed wings. It usually takes about one to two months
for a grasshopper to reach adulthood. Grasshoppers have natural enemies and many may die from fungus, protozoa, nematodes, and predators such as beetles, robber flies, birds, and small mammals. The protozoan, Nosema locustae, is sometimes incorporated into a branbased bait for grasshoppers. The baits may kill some nymphs, but have little effect on adult populations. With baiting, there is reduced egg-laying in
adults, but the bait will not be helpful in areas that need immediate grasshopper control or there is high pressure of grasshoppers moving in from adjacent areas. Plowing or turning areas before planting can help to unearth grasshopper eggs and reduce hatch rate. Controlling weeds in and around the property can help reduce food sources as well as egg laying sites. Prized plants can be covered with row cover. Make sure the cover is firmly attached to the ground and it’s on before any pests are on the plant. Pesticides may also be used for grasshopper control. The benefit of managing grasshoppers early in the season is that immature grasshoppers easier to kill with pesticides because they are smaller in size and they don’t have wings to escape the treatment area. Refer to the following publication for a list of non-preferred food plants: http://citybugs.tamu.edu/factsheets/lan dscape/lawns/ent-1005/ For more information or help with identification, contact Wizzie Brown, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Program Specialist at 512-8549600. Check out my blog at www.urban-ipm.blogspot.com.
The information given herein is for educational purposes only. Reference to commercial products or trade names is made with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Extension or the Texas A&M AgriLife Research is implied.Extension programs serve people of all ages regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, religion, disability, or national origin.
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SPJST Education and Nature Center: Spring Work Projects Completed
The directors of SPJST Education and Nature Center completed a 10-day work projects schedule to make needed repairs and improvements at the facility before the upcoming summer camps. One of the seven projects was replacing the fishing dock decking. Pictured above, ENC Director John Engelke, left, SPJST Foundation Director of Development
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James Lee, III, center, and Diana Engelke, work on the dock. Not pictured is District One ENC Director Randy Gaas, who also assisted with the fishing dock repairs. The ENC Board thanks all individuals, lodges, and districts who helped support this year’s spring work projects by donating materials or sponsoring one of the projects.
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Honey bee swarms By Wizzie Brown Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Program Specialist
Honey bees are beneficial by producing honey, wax, and pollinating crops. With warmer temperatures, honey bees are becoming more active and may soon begin to swarm. Honey bee swarms look like a large clump of bees clustered together. The swarm may stay in a location from a few hours to a week. Swarms are produced as a part of the colony’s reproductive process. An established colony produces a new queen, causing the old queen and half the worker bees to leave the colony to search for a new nesting location. Swarming honey bees are usually gentle and unlikely to sting. Swarms are not protecting their home, food or offspring. Scout bees are sent out from the swarm to search for a nesting site. Colonies produce comb and honey and are defensive. Bees from a colony are more likely to sting as they are guarding their home, food and offspring. Sometimes, honey bee colonies can be found in wall voids, chimneys, attics or sheds. If bees are in a wall void, DO NOT block their entrance; this makes them search for another way to exit and could lead bees into the structure. To keep bees from entering a home, seal any holes found in walls where pipes enter the home, cracks in window framing, knotholes, weep holes, or cracks between wood and brick junctures. While many enjoy having honey bees around, some people are severely allergic to their venom. This, along with other situations, such as bees located near sensitive areas (such as playgrounds) may require removal or even extermination of the bees. People should NOT try remove or exterminate bees on their own. Beekeepers and pest control companies have equipment to carry out these jobs in a safe manner. The city or county does not provide bee removal services. For more information or help with identification, contact Wizzie Brown, Texas AgriLife Extension Service Program Specialist at 512-854-9600. Check out my blog at www.urbanipm.blogspot.com
The information given herein is for educational purposes only. Reference to commercial products or trade names is made with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Extension or the Texas A&M AgriLife Research is implied.Extension programs serve people of all ages regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, religion, disability, or national origin. —SPJST—
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Board of Directors of S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home is excited to announce the upcoming completion of a new 96-bed skilled nursing facility in Taylor, Texas. This facility will include state-of-the-art skilled nursing services, memory care, and an outstanding therapy rehabilitation center. This new facility is scheduled to begin providing health care services to individuals in August 2016. For almost 60 years, S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home in Taylor has provided quality longterm care for the elderly population in this community and its surrounding area. Maintaining an excellent reputation among the general population, the Rest Home continues to maintain an occupancy rate that exceeds 98 percent. Over time, another skilled nursing facility was opened in Needville in 1972; an assisted living facility was built in Taylor in 2003 and this facility expanded in 2008; our board recently acquired another skilled nursing facility in Hillje bringing the total to four facilities where we are providing health care to residents in various locations within the state. We are reaching out to you as individuals and lodges to consider making charitable financial contributions, not only for your tax purposes, but to be a part of the excitement of the growth you would be creating in this community. Please join us in carrying on the legacy of quality care and services to the elderly that possibly you and your forefathers began in 1957. It’s getting close to convention time, and this prompts us to think about the convention back in 1956. The Rest Home Committee presented their re-
port to the delegates, and the convention approved the concept of constructing a home for the elderly. S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home was built and opened its doors in December 1957. At that time, members and lodges chose to purchase furnishings for the resident rooms, common areas, and benches. Just as members and lodges made contributions to the original facility, you have the opportunity to make a humanitarian donation for the new facility.Your donation can be a gift or it can honor/memorialize another person(s). Some options are:
Humanitarian Donations - Open Donors of $10,000 or more can have their name placed on the Wall of Honor.
Furnish 1 Sun Room (6) - $3,000 Donors can have their name on a plaque in the sun room.
Stained Glass Windows in Chapel (3) - $3,000 each Donors can have their name on a plaque by each window.
Benches - $500 Donors can have a name plaque on a bench.
Therapy Equipment - Open Donors can have their name on a plaque in the therapy room/gym. Artwork and Accessories - Open
Furnish Great Room (1) - $11,000 Activity Equipment Donors can have their name on the and Supplies - Open Wall of Honor and on a plaque in the great room. We look forward to your participaFurnish 1 Living Room (6) - $8,000 tion and support. Submit your charitaDonors can have their name on a ble donation to: plaque in the living room. S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home PO Box 850 Furnish 1 Dining Room with Tables/Chairs Taylor, Texas 76574 and Accessories (6) - $5,000 each Donors can have their name on a Let’s Visit in Killeen! plaque in the dining room. Please stop by our display on Tuesday, June 14 at the 32nd SPJST Convention Beauty Shop - $5,000 in Killeen, Texas. Marketing Director Donors can have their name on a Julie Stermer will be available to assist plaque in the beauty shop. or answer any questions. We look forward to visiting with you. Furnishings for Woody Richards a Resident Room (96) - $4,000 Administrator Donors can have a name plaque on the room door. —SPJST—
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In Memory of Frankie Milan
Frankie Milan went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, May 17, 2016. Service was at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, May 21 in Greenwood Chapel. Interment was Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation was from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 20 at Greenwood. Frankie was born on July 12, 1922, in Fort Worth. He was raised in the loving Milan family Frankie Milan that had a dedication, passion and spirit for hard work, volunteerism, and commitment to others. Frankie graduated from North Side High School in 1940 and joined the United States Army, serving in World War II under General Patton. He was a lifetime member of American Sokol Gymnastics Organization and SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth. One of his many loves was softball. He was one of the best fast pitch softball pitchers in Texas, and he had many no-hitters and one-hitters. He won several state and national championships as both coach and player. In 1971, he became Softball Umpire-InChief of Tarrant County and retired after 40 years of service. In 1994, he was inducted into the Texas ASA Hall of Fame and, in 2004, was inducted into the TAAF Texas Amateur Athletics Hall of Fame. He always enjoyed a good time out with both his family and softball buddies — especially nights after games at Sycamore Park at Mama’s Pizza and Angelos as well as lunches with his kids at Szechuan. Frankie and his family were members of Fellowship Baptist Church in Saginaw. His relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ was paramount in his life. His passion was to introduce people into that abundant life. He loved and protected his family, friends, and teammates with a vigor not often found. Frankie was a friend to everyone who met him. He will be missed so much by so many! Survivors are wife Martha Jane Milan; daughters Janee Jeffries and husband Ken and Rita Kay Daniels and husband Tom; sons Joey Milan and wife Leslie, Paul Milan and wife
Tiffany, Ricky Bourquin, and Joshua Milan; grandchildren Shannon Milan, Lenae Marshal, James McKibben, Kathy, Jimi, Stephen, Kristin, and Frank; and great-granddaughter Landry Teal McKibben. —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy
We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge 30, Taiton, on behalf of our officers and members wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of VLASTA EMILIE FOJTIK BOEHM. Vlasta Emilie Fojtik Boehm, 86, of El Campo, passed away on Tuesday, April 12, 2016. Vlasta was born on February 26, 1930, in Garwood to John and Mary Zacek Fojtik. She was a bookkeeper for her husband’s company, Ed Boehm Water Well Service. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 30, Vlasta Boehm Taiton. She was also a member of the Catholic Daughters of America Court 1374. She is survived by daughters Linda Kornett and husband Thomas of Montgomery and Rose Marie Beavers and husband Charles Richard of Burnet; grandchildren Rene Mitschke and husband Sam and Michelle Fernandez and husband John; three great-grandchildren; and sister Virginia Pavlovsky of Garwood. She was preceded in death by parents; husband Edwin Boehm, Sr.; son Edwin Boehm, Jr.; and sisters Alice Schoellmann and Lydia Gogan Cooper. Visitation was on Thursday, April 14 at 2 p.m. at Triska Funeral Home with a wake service and rosary recited at 7 p.m. Funeral mass was at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 15 at St. Philip Catholic Church with Reverend Francis Nguyen officiating. Burial followed at Holy Cross Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers were John Gogan,
Johnnie Schoellmann, Charles Pavlovsky, Ronnie Bender, Sam Mitschke, and John Fernandez. Memorial donations can be made to St. Philip School or Holy Cross Memorial Park Cemetery Committal Chapel. Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer Resolution Committee —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy
We the members of SPJST Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family of EMILIE LEPIK ZAHRADNIK. Emilie Lepik Zahradnik, age 90, departed this life on Saturday, May 14, 2016. She was born on October 3, 1925, to Jaromir Lepik and Alzbeta Orsak Lepik in Moravia, Texas. The family moved to a farm E. Zahradnik outside of Hungerford about 1928. She was the youngest of four children and lost her mother in 1936. She spent the rest of her life living within eight miles of that original homestead. Emilie met the future love of her life and husband, Emil John (E.J.) Zahradnik, Sr. when they both attended grade school in Hungerford. Family stories tell us they didn’t like each other much during those early years. Later during their teenage years, E.J.’s family moved to a neighboring farm and eventually romance blossomed. They married on October 28, 1946. after E.J. returned from serving in the United States Army during World War II. Emilie quickly became a hardworking farmer’s wife, working alongside her husband and sharing in all of the farming chores while raising seven children. She also kept busy growing a large garden and raising chickens which provided meat and eggs to help feed her large family. She took pride in all of the vegetables she was able to preserve and share with her family and friends during family meals and gatherings. As the years passed, weekends and
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summers were frequently filled with grandchildren. They enjoyed time staying over and even spending their summer vacations. MeMo - as she was called - spent hours helping build clubhouses, making mud pies, doing puzzles, and supervising chores such as feeding the chickens and picking eggs. Emilie was a member of SPJST Lodge 28, East Bernard for 75 years. Emilie was also a longtime member of St. John’s Catholic Church in Hungerford. Emilie was preceded in death by her parents; brother and sister-in-law Jerome and Joyce Lepik; sister and brother-in-law Marie and John Kosik; brother-in-law Joe Talafuse, Sr.; niece Diana Talafuse Watkins; and daughterin-law Angie Broesche Zahradnik. Emilie is survived by husband of 69 years Emil John (E.J.) Zahradnik, Sr.; sister Lillie Lepik Talafuse of Rosenberg; children and their spouses Betty Joyce and John Keys of Huntsville, Edward and Carol Zahradnik of Sugarland, Jerome and Betty Zahradnik of Hungerford, Robert and Mary Zahradnik of Wharton, Michael Zahradnik of Wharton, Emil, Jr. and Gaye Zahradnik of Wharton, and Richard and Dawn Zahradnik of Wharton; 17 grandchildren and spouses; and 16 great-grandchildren, three nieces, a nephew and their families. Visitation was held on Monday evening, May 16 at St. John’s with a rosary following. Funeral mass was also held at St. John’s on Tuesday, May 17 with Reverend Charles Dwomoh officiating. Burial followed in St. John’s Cemetery in Hungerford. Pallbearers were grandsons Russell and Jonathan Keys, Jayson, Keith, Ryan, James, Mark, Jacob, Benjamin, and Zachary Zahradnik. Honorary pallbearers were granddaughters Karen Keys, Jonica Kielman, Jan Janecek, Jamie Williams, Samantha Kmiec, Jessica Lauritsen, and Sydney Zahradnik. Donations can be made to St. John’s Catholic Church in Hungerford. May she rest in eternal peace and her memory remain with us forever. Fraternally, Helen Kelner, Secretary —SPJST—
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Expression of Sympathy
The Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 23, Moravia, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge sister, CHARLENE ANN KRUPALA. Charlene Ann Krupala, who resided in the Velehrad area, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 6, 2016, at 2:01 p.m. at St. David’s Hospital in Austin, Texas, at the age of 78. Funeral service was held at Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Charlene Krupala Church in Moravia on Tuesday, May 10 at 10 a.m. The Monsignor John Peters officiated. Interment was in Praha Cemetery. Pallbearers were Rodney Schilhab, Scott Schilhab, Brian Schilhab, Deric Hamilton, Ron Jurica, and Alfred Popp. Rosary was recited on Monday, May 9 at 7 p.m. at Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home, led by Deacon Harper. Born on August 4, 1937, in Moulton, Charlene was the daughter of Albert and Caroline (Barta) Krhovjak. She graduated from Schulenburg High School. On January 11, 1958, she married Leon J. Krupala in Moravia. She grew up in Fayette County then lived in San Antonio and Houston. She worked for the Houston Post. After her retirement, Charlene moved back to Fayette County. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 23, Moravia. She was also a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church in Houston and Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church in Moravia. Survivors include daughter Pamela Huepers and husband Charles of Georgetown; son Perry Krupala of Schulenburg; sister Georgie Schilhab of Schulenburg; and two grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents; husband; and brothers Alvin Krhovjak and Albert Krhovjak, Jr. Schwenke-Baumgarten Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Respectfully submitted, Kathleen Guenther Secretary —SPJST—
In Memory of Lee Hamons
Heaven’s gates were opened for Lee Daniel Hamons, 92, on Tuesday, May 24, 2016. He was born on February 9, 1924, in Ganado to Daniel and Mary Zetka Hamons of Ganado. Lee graduated from Ganado High School and was a retired contract gauger. He served his country in World War II as a member of the 8th Air Force. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and time spent with his family. He liked to make people Lee Hamons laugh by saying he was “Joe Palooka,” a popular cartoon character of the 1930s. Lee took pride in his dedication to various organizations in his community. He served on the Louise School Board for over two decades, was a member of the Louise/Hillje Chamber of Commerce where he received the Citizen of the Year Award in 1969, held offices in Louise Lions Club, was a member of the American Legion for 69 years, VFW, and a member of SPJST Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje and St. James Lutheran Church of Ganado. Lee is survived by wife Virginia Hall Hamons; daughters Linda Hamons, Gail Hamons, (Archie), and Sandra (Howard) Green, all of Ganado, Jennifer Drozd and Karen (Sheldon) Holub, both of El Campo, Susan Crump of Victoria, and Gayle (Eddie) Labay and LuAnne Supak, both of Louise; son Lee (Barbara) Hamons, Jr. of Arp; 18 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; one great-greatgrandchild; and beloved pet, Shasta. Lee was preceded in death by wife Laura Wied Noska; sister Georgia Dryman; brother Eugene Hamons; aunt Sophie Zetka; sons Jody and Michael Drozd; and grandson Michael Hamons. Pallbearers were grandsons Clint and Chad Green, Jeff Stehno, Russell Melton, Dustin Machicek, and Craig Yackel. Honorary pallbearers were grandsons Steven and Foy Hamons, Chase Holub, Mikey and Kyle Drozd, Chris Yackel, and Dillon Supak. Visitation was Thursday, May 26 at Ganado Funeral Home from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral service was Friday, May
27 at 10 a.m. at St. James Lutheran Church with Pastor Chris Heinold officiating. Interment immediately followed at Ganado Cemetery with military honors provided by Ganado American Legion Post 346.
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The family suggests memorial contributions be sent to The Home Place, 105 South 6th Street Ganado, Texas 77962 or St. James Lutheran Church, PO Box 250 Ganado, Texas 77962. —SPJST— The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to:
SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087
Email: melaniez@vvm.com
Questions? Call 800-727-7578
This section is dedicated to the youth of SPJST. As part of its membership benefits, SPJST offers a statewide youth program. If you or someone you know is interested in learning about opportunities offered to young members of SPJST, please contact your local lodge, District Youth Counselor, State Youth Director at 800-727-7578, or visit www.spjst.org.
State Youth Director shares June updates
Summer is almost here! And with it comes SPJST Summer Camp, District Youth Achievement Days, State Youth Achievement Day (SYAD), and the Corpus Christi End of Summer Getaway! First things first . . . Congratulations to all our graduating seniors! I
wish our graduating seniors the very best that life has to offer. I am very proud of you and all your achievements! I hope you hold SPJST close to your heart and that you do not drift too far away. I look forward to all the summer activities and spending time with you and our SPJST young people. I can’t wait to get the summer going and start having a good time with everyone. That’s what summer with SPJST is all about — a good time!
District Seven Queen Performs in High School Show
2015-2016 District Seven Queen Amanda Hoggard performed in her last high school show - 5 Women Wearing the Same Dress by Alan Ball recently. She is pictured on opening night with her grandparents, Lloyd and Bettie House. They are all members of Lodge 202, Jourdanton.
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Camp Applications SPJST camper and chaperone applications are due by June 1. Please instruct members to contact the District Youth Counselor or myself if they are needing more time or if they are having problems with the online camp form. If there are any questions about this, please contact me on my cell phone at 254-931- 0639 or email me at lynettet@spjst.com. SPJST Create a Commercial Contest Last year, we had several fantastic entries in the SPJST Create a Commercial Contest! Members are encouraged to get their creative juices flowing and develop a commercial.
District Youth Achievement Days Our District Youth Achievement Days are right around the corner. Please refer to the following schedule for your YAD. Youth leaders, please note that YAD cards are due to your District Youth Counselor 20 days before your district’s YAD. Call your DYC for more information.
District Three - Wednesday, July 13 to Saturday, July 16
District Seven - Sunday, June 26 Comal County Fair Grounds
District Five - Thursday, July 7 to Sunday, July 10
District Six - Sunday, July 17 Taiton Community Center
District Two - Saturday, July 9 Lodge 47, Seaton
District Four - Saturday, July 16 Lodge 49, Rowena
District Two - Thursday, July 21 to Sunday, July 24
District Three - Saturday, June 25 Lodge 183, Arlington
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SPJST Summer Camp Summer camps are also coming up. The schedule is below. For camp information, please give your DYC a call or email.
District One - Sunday, July 24 Caldwell Civic Center
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District One - Thursday, July 7 to Sunday, July 10
District Four - Thursday, July 7 to Sunday, July 10
District Six - Thursday, July 21 to Sunday, July 24
District Seven - Wednesday, July 13 to Saturday, July 16
2016 Leaders-In-Training Retreat The time has arrived! The 2016 Leaders-in-Training Retreat will be at SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm on Thursday, June 9 to Saturday, June 11. Registration will
June Vestnik Project • Lightning Safety Guide This project earns a maximum 1 point in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Points System. Mail completed project no later than July 15, 2016 to: SPJST Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503
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Lightning Safety Guide ! Postpone outdoor activities if thunderstorms are imminent. This is your y best way to avoid being caught in a dangerous situaation. ! Move to a sturdy building or car. Do not take shelter in small sheds, un nder isolated trees, or in convertible automobiles. Stay away from tall objjects such as towers, fences, telephone poles, and power lines. ! If lightning is occurring and a sturdy shelter is not available, get inside a hard top automobile and keep the windows up. Avoid touching any metal. ! Uttility lines and metal pipes can conduct electricity. Unplug applianc n es not necessary for obtaining weather information. Avoid using the telephone or any electrical appliances. Use phones onlly in an emergency. ! Do not take a baath or shower during a thunderstorm. ! Turn offf air conditioners. Power surges from lightning can cause seri r ous damage. ! Find a low spot away from trees, fences, and poles. Make sure the pl p ace yyou locate is not subjject to flooding. g ! If you are in the woods, take shelter under the shorter trees. ! If you feel your skin tingle or your hair stand on end, squat low to the ground on the balls of your feet. Place your haands over your ears and your head between your knees. Make yourself the smallest target possible and minimize your contact with the h ground. d Do D not lie down.
1. Tammy has made plans to go swimming with her friends when she notices storm clouds moving into the area. Tammy should: A. Go swimming and make sure to put on plenty of sun screen. B. Delay going swimming until the weather improves. C. Both A and B are correct. 2. Tammy is hiking in the forest and away from shelter when a strong lightning storm develops. What should she do? A. Since she is in the woods, she should seek shelter under a tall tree. B. Since she is in the woods, she should seek shelter under a small treee. C. Both A and B are correct. 3. Should Tammy take a show wer during a lightning storm. A. Yes. B No. B. C. Sometimes. 4. A storm develops while Tammy and her friends are out in an open mea adow area. What should they be considering?? A. They should look for cover in a low spot away from trees, fences and poles. B. They should make sure thaat the area is not subject to flooding. C. Both A and B are correct.
! If you are boaating or swimming, get to land and find shelter immediately! Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Help Tammy and her friends prepare for o the spring storm season by circling th he correct answers to the questions below.
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5. Tammy and her friends are on the lake in a boat fishing when a storm rolls in. What should they do? A. They should get to land and find shelter immediately. B. They do noot have to be concerned about lightning, since their boaat is insulated. C. They should find a fishing spot close to shore.
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be from 1 to 2 p.m. This will give the LITs an opportunity to acquire some great skills. This year, our teambuilder will be in the form of Bubble Ball! Please be sure to get a copy of the release form so that the youth can participate. On top of having a great time getting to know each other, LITs will also learn what their responsibilities are at camp all while having some fun with their peers. LITs must attend this event in order to be eligible to assist with their district’s summer camping season. LITs will also assist their youth leaders with their youth clubs throughout the year. Please know that district youth camp and other activities that LITs help out with throughout the year can also be counted towards accumulating volunteer hours.
What does it take for an SPJST youth club member to eligible to qualify as a Leader-In-Training? LITs are active high school aged youth who have been approved by their youth leader and District Youth Counselor as responsible and mature enough to be a LIT. The youth club member may attend the LIT Workshop after completing an online Leader-inTraining application. I have provided a list of items you will need to pack for the LIT retreat. Please make sure that you bring these items with you. Camp Dress Code During your stay at SPJST Summer Camp, we want you to have the best experience possible. SPJST has developed the following dress code to assure that no one will feel offended or uncomfortable during his/her stay. Please be advised that the following dress code will be enforced for all in-
P P Presenting 2016-2017 Officers P P SPJST Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club
The 2016-2017 Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Officers were installed at the May 4, 2016, meeting by Supreme Lodge Chairman/District One Director Mr. Donnie Victorick. Officers are President Grace Lewis; Vice President Kaylea Walker; Second Vice President Malorie Vacha; Secretary Colby See; Treasurer Natalee See; Assistant Secretary Sydney Faust; Assistant Treasurer Madelyn Rodriguez; Sergeants-at-Arm Jaycie Brisco, Kyleigh Hruska, Tatiana Tates, and Kamree Walker; Reporters J Beaux Hruska, Hagan Sebesta, Wesley See, and Makenzie Williams; and Flag Bearers Dakota Kienow, Jade Lauderdale, and Layla Sims.
dividuals attending the camp, including staff, counselors, and chaperones.
1. Clothing: All clothing shall be neat, clean, and acceptable in repair and appearance and shall be worn within the bounds of decency and good taste as appropriate for SPJST events.
2. Articles of clothing which display profanity, products, or slogans which promote tobacco, alcohol, drugs, sex, or are in any other way distracting, are prohibited.
3. Excessively baggy, short, or tight clothing, and clothing which advertises gang symbols or affiliation is prohibited.
4. Items of clothing which expose bare midriffs, bare chests, undergarments, or that are transparent (see-through) are prohibited. Tank tops with straps
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wider then one inch are permitted. Please be advised that spaghetti straps, shirts which expose a bare back, halter tops, and tube tops are prohibited.
5. Swimming (For all water recreation): - Swimsuits for men: swim trunks only (No shorts, cut-off pants, or Speedos). Swimsuits for women: One-piece suits recommended, however, two-piece suits are allowed as long as they are modestly cut. No string, thong, or crochet suits will be allowed. Swimsuits may only be worn during swimming activities. If you choose to dress inappropriately, you will be asked to change, or be required to wear a camp-issued shirt. By planning ahead and packing appropriately, you will save yourself the inconvenience of having to change, and you will be contributing to a pleasant camp atmosphere.
Camp Tee-Shirts Still Available Deadline for camp tee-shirt orders is June 30. If you have not ordered your shirts please do so. Tee-shirts will be delivered to summer camp, or you can have them mailed to you for an extra cost.
Mark Your Calendar: Important Notice: Fourth Quarter Merit Reports Due Please remember to submit your fourth quarterly merit reports as soon as possible. This is greatly appreci-
O SPJST Youth Statewide Food Drive O SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club Collects 202 Pounds
Lodge 17, New Tabor Cousins Perform in CMS Band Concert
On Thursday, May 19, 2016, my cousin Tabor and I had our spring concert for Caldwell Middle School Band. I am in beginner band, and Tabor is in the concert band. It was Tabor’s last middle school band concert as he is going to high school next year. Good luck, Tabor! Sincerely, Macy Narro —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club participated in the SPJST Youth Statewide Food Drive. Youth members collected 202 pounds of beans and rice and donated it to the local food pantry. —Submitted by Keith Wockenfuss
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ated. The State Youth Department staff will need these reports so they can start compiling the data for eligible youth to go to camp, Youth
Achievement Days, and other reports. Please remember that your youth club will receive money based upon these reports.
End of Summer Getaway Don’t forget that good times await you at the Corpus Christi End of Summer Getaway. Start making plans now
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to join us on August 12 to 14 for a funfilled weekend. We will be staying at the Emerald Beach Hotel again this year, which is located right on the
Lodge 9, Snook Youth, Adults Join Hands at Snook Community Cemetery
Lodge 9, Snook adults and youth joined hands on Saturday, May 7, 2016, for a beautification project at Snook Community Cemetery. Gravesites were cleaned, weeds chopped, old flowers discarded, landscaping done, and new flowers were then distributed. It was a
beautiful day. A heritage lesson was learned by the youth as they were tasked to find ancestors that tied various families together. TOP LEFT and RIGHT PHOTOS: Students also paid respects to their recently deceased and dearly loved math teacher, Ms. Hennings. TOP
CENTER PHOTO: Thanks to all who participated in the beautification project at Snook Community Cemetery. BELOW: Descendants of the Macik, Jakubik and Lednicky families. FAR BELOW PHOTOS: Adults and youth join hands on the project.
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beach. There will be a lot of activities for the whole family. Additional details will be presented in the Vestnik as they become available. Fraternally, Lynette Talasek State Youth Director —SPJST—
District Seven Queen performs in last high school show
Last week, I performed in my last high school show - 5 Women Wearing the Same Dress by Alan Ball. I played Trisha, a witty, sarcastic, sassy, young bridesmaid who can’t stand the bride. The show explores female relationships and issues, along with romance with an usher. I loved being in this show. All of us had such a strong bond by the end of the show. We had about three weeks to memorize and put together an entire show. With the pressure and last minute fixes, we had a great opening night, and sold out on our second performance. I’m glad that I got to end my theatre career with a great show. I’m leaving theatre to focus on my service work and art career during my senior year. Although the experience was bittersweet, I’m looking forward to new experiences, and moving on to bigger and better things. Fraternally, Amanda Hoggard District Seven Queen Lodge 202, Jourdanton —SPJST—
Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club installs 2016-2017 officers
The 2016-2017 Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Officers were installed at the May 4, 2016, meeting by Supreme
Lodge Chairman/District One Director Mr. Donnie Victorick. Officers are: President Grace Lewis Vice President Kaylea Walker Second Vice President Malorie Vacha Secretary Colby See Treasurer Natalee See Assistant Secretary Sydney Faust Assistant Treasurer Madelyn Rodriguez Sergeants-at-Arm Jaycie Brisco, Kyleigh Hruska Tatiana Tates, Kamree Walker
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Fraternally, Loree Lewis, Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 17, New Tabor Joins Hands with CSA to Clean Cemetery
Dear Members, On Sunday, May 1, 2016, Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club joined hands with the adult lodge and Novy Tabor CSA to clean New Tabor Cemetery. Everyone worked hard picking up trash and placing new
flowers on graves. Great job! Submitted by, Dillon and Macy Narro —SPJST—
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Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club reports on May meeting
Dear Readers, The youth of Lodge 84, Dallas met on Sunday, May 15, 2016, for their April meeting. A motion had been made at the April 17 meeting to postpone so we could concentrate on the mother lodge meeting , initiation of new members, and 50- and 75- year pin presentation. Our meeting was brought to order at 1:15 p.m. by President Melinda McClellan. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Josh Tucker with recitation of the youth motto and a moment of silence for our departed members and soldiers serving over seas.
Youth Leader Lynda Novak explained about the makeup of the monthly meeting and with the Svacina being hosted by the mother lodge on May 22, it was decided that we would meet for our May meeting on May 22 at our usual time. Our meeting proceeded from there with new and old business being discussed as well as upcoming important dates and activities. LIT training, YAD, youth bake sale ale in July, camp, State YAD, and the youth spaghetti dinner/bingo, and Princess Ball. More details to follow as they get closer. We have a busy summer planned so be watching for details as they get closer. Fraternally, Kendall Tucker Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club meets this Sunday
Our next youth club meeting will be this Sunday, June 5, 2016, at 2 p.m. during Homecoming at the lodge. There will be a water slide for us to cool off on, and we will be selling homemade ice cream. So bring your swim suit, towel, and sun screen. This will be the first meeting of the new youth year. See you there! Fraternally, Keith Wockenfuss, President —SPJST—
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Lodge 88, Houston collects beans, rice for food drive
Dear Members, Our youth club collected beans and rice for the SPJST Youth Program Statewide Food Drive. Our adult lodge helped and brought beans and rice for the food drive, too. Together, we collected 202 pounds of beans and rice. Thank you to everyone who helped us out. Fraternally, Keith Wockenfuss, President —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club Joins Hands with Kids Against Hunger
Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club joined hands at Star Hall with Kids Against Hunger of Central Texas to package 5,190 meals. Kids Against Hunger is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to end hunger. Kids Against Hunger packages and ships highly nutritious, life-saving meals to
starving and malnourished children in developing countries and the United States. Kids Against Hunger’s facility is located at 4501 South General Bruce Drive in Temple. —Submitted by Joyce Kraatz, Youth Leader
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By Ivo Marek Choceň, Czech Republic
In 1840s, the Industrial Revolution in Europe was under way. Its effects were especially apparent in manors that were governed by well-educated noblemen. Karl Anton Dalberg, the owner of Dačice manor, was one of such people. He was a man who supported new projects and surrounded himself with competent specialists. One of those was a Swiss citizen Jakub Kryštof Rad. He came to Dačice from Vienna in order to become the director of a local sugar refinery. Mr. Rad was highly technically skilled and right away started modernization of the factory. However, inspiration for the biggest change he undertook in the refinery came from a very unexpected source. Rad’s wife Juliana, just like other housewives all around the world, struggled with the inconvenient shape into which sugar was processed – usually into the shape of cones or hats. For practical use at home, these sugar loafs had to be cut into smaller pieces with a cutter. Injuries were not rare, and it was not uncommon to hear painful screams from the kitchen. Something like that happened one day of summer 1841 when angry Juliana came to her husband with a bandage on her hand.
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“Look what happened to me. Those darn sugar loaves! Next time I or one of the daughters can cut off the whole finger. Is that not possible to invent something smaller?” Lady Juliana was not concerned with this accident any longer and soon forgot about this dialogue. However, it attracted her husband’s attention. He began to ponder what pieces of sugar he should produce. And hence, he invented the press for production of sugar cubes. After about three months later he came to his wife and said: “Juliana, I have a gift for you. Something you have wished for a long time.” He showed her a small box with some 350 sugar cubes. “That’s wonderful,” Juliana rej o i c e d . “Sweetening with such small pieces will be a joy.” J a k u b Kryštof Rad was aware of the potential of cube sugar and worked on its serial production for months to come. It was a road paved with technical failures and obstacles from the bureaucracy. In the end he succeeded. First, he obtained Imperial Privilege for his procedure, then a patent and in autumn 1843, Dačice refinery began to produce cube sugar for the market. Small cubes spread into the world and celebrated big success. After they were welcome in Vienna, other countries bought the license for their production - Prussia, Saxony, Switzerland, England. Triumph of cube sugar began. An improved form of Rad’s invention is still
used all around the world. To commemorate this event, a granite memorial of a sugar cube was built in one of the squares in Dačice in 1983. And, in the summer of 2003, the town also unveiled a plaque in recognition of its honorary citizen. Source: http://www.radio.cz/en/static/inventors/sugar —SPJST—
• Jan Janský • By Ivo Marek Choceň, Czech Republic
Jan Janský was born on April 3, 1873, in Prague. He is credited with the first classification of blood into the four types (A, B, AB, 0) of the AB0 blood group system. He was a Czech serologist, neurologist and psychiatrist. Janský studied medicine at Charles University in Prague. From 1899, he worked in the psychiatric clinic in Prague. He was named professor (prof.) in 1914. During World War I MUDr. (academic title Medicinae Universae Doctor) Janský served
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as a doctor at the front two years until a heart attack disabled him. After the war, he worked as a neuro-psychiatrist in the Military Hospital. Through his psychiatric research, prof. MUDr. Janský tried to find a correlation between mental diseases and blood sicknesses. He found no such existing correlation and he published the study “Hematologická studie u psychotiků” (1907, Hematological study at psychotics), where he classified blood into four groups signed I, II, III, IV. This revelation passed almost unnoticed at that time. In 1921 an American medical commission acknowledged Janský’s classification. Janský’s classification is in use until today. Janský was also a propagator of voluntary blood donations. He died on September 8, 1921. Blood group is a description of characteristics of red blood-corpuscles of an individual. The most important classification of human blood groups are AB0 and Rhesus factor. At the time of blood transfuse of no identical blood group set an immunologic reaction, this is agglomeration and decline of blood-corpuscles of given blood in; result product of chemical reaction makes the haemolytic decline, failing of kidneys, shock and death of the pa-
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tient. Rh factor is named a f t e r macaques Rhesus Macaque (at which was revelated) and is an alternative way of classification of blood groups. (With this coheres for example baby yellowish of children with Rh+ born of mother with Rh-). At blood transfuse is vitally important to use only this blood group, which does not injure the acceptor of the blood. Recipient with blood AB+ (he can receive blood from every donor) is so
a universal recipient of blood. Donor with blood of group 0 - (he can give blood for every recipient) is so a universal donor of blood.
Wednesday Evenings Czech Language Class (extemporaneous)—at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home, No. 1, Taylor, 500 East Lake Drive, Taylor, 6 to approximately 8 p.m. Informal gathering for the purpose of listening to Czech, and reading and speaking Czech.
Social hour will follow a structured format that changes every 15 minutes. This is not a class - no homework. Betty Marek and Janet Young will coordinate the logistics. For information, call 254-8992935; or email czechheritagemuseum@gmail.com. Submitted by Susan Chandler, Museum Administrator, CHMGC.
Sources: http://www.radio.cz/en/static/inventors/jansky https://cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krevn% C3%AD_skupina —SPJST—
Big Czechs, Little Czechs this Saturday at Texas Capitol
Families are invited to “Big Czechs, Little Czechs,” a free day of Texas Czech activities for children focused on food, language, kroj, music, and genealogy from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Texas Capitol Visitors Center (CVC). Hands-on activities for children will explore the Czech influence on contemporary Texas culture. Children can make a family tree, play an accordion, learn Czech words and phrases, try on pieces of a kroj, make kolaches from Playdough, polka dance, and meet Miss Texas Czech-Slovak 2016
Czech Cultural Calendar
Second Sunday each Month Czech Language Class—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road on US Highway 77, La Grange, 1 to 4 p.m. Informal understanding of basic Czech terms, alphabet/conversational Czech, children’s literature, Czech song lyrics. Fee is $10 per person per class. Call or email to verify classes. Pre-registration is suggested, but not required. Call toll free 888-785-4500; 979968-9399; or email info@czechtexas.org
First/Third Tuesdays each Month Tarok Lessons with Tarok Champion Jimmie Coufal—at Czech Heritage Museum, 119 West French Avenue, Temple, 7 p.m.: Designed for all skill levels, beginners to proficient. Enjoy some inexpensive entertainment; it’s a great social game. Get off your Xbox and join us. Free and open to everyone. For information, call 254899-2935.
Mondays during Spring Semester Brazos Valley CHS Czech Language Class—at St. Joseph Catholic Church Parish Activity Center, 600 East 26th Street, Bryan: for all levels; 7 to 8:30 p.m. Cost of class $35. Instructor is Jan Benes, CEFT Fellow Hlavinka Fellow-selected student from the Czech Republic. For information, contact Jo Ann 979-8462035; or Lynette 979-450-1820/email lurbanovsky@gmail.com. Submitted by JoAnn Zaeske, Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station.
Second/Fourth Tuesdays each Month Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center “Svacina Time!”—at 119 West French Avenue, Temple: Bi-monthly Czech language social hour, 2 to 3 p.m.
June 10 Movie Night: “Venkovský učitel” - “Country Teacher”—at Czech Center Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto, Houston. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; movie begins at 7 p.m. Free and open to the public. For information, contact CCMH 713-5282060; or via email: events@czechcenter.org.
June 11 26th Annual Kolache-Klobase Festival—at Riverside Hall, East Bernard, Texas, 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Event includes Czech music/entertainment; Czech band concert inside the hall; flag tribute/grand march; plate lunch - dine-in or drive-thru; plenty of kolače for sale; food throughout the day; arts/crafts; ethnic gifts/souvenirs; kid games. For general information, call 979335-7907. For games or arts and crafts vendor information, call 979-531-9747 or email srdujka@gmail.com; Riverside Hall - 979-335-4875. Visit the festival website www.kkfest.com.
June 11 Big Czechs, Little Czechs—at the Texas Capitol Visitors Center (CVC): free day of Texas Hands-on activities Czech activities for children focused on food, language, kroj, music, and genealogy, 1 to 4 p.m. Meet Miss Texas Czech-Slovak 2016 Monika Cavanaugh. Also view the multimedia exhibition Texas Czechs: Rooted in Tradition on display at the CVC through June 12. Event is produced by PolkaWorks. For information, contact lori@polkaworks.org; or 512-799-6842. Submitted by Dawn Orsak, Lodge 187, Round Rock.
Through June 12 Texas Czechs: Rooted in Tradition—at the Capitol Visitors Center (CVC) on the Texas State Capitol grounds, Austin: Multi-media exhibition on display features contemporary Texas Czech cultural traditions in photos, text, objects, and film. For CVC hours, visit www.tspb.state.tx.us; or call 512-305-8400. For information, visit polkaworks.org; or call 512-448-4536. Submitted by Dawn Orsak, Lodge 187, Round Rock. June 24, 25 29th Annual Bremond Polish Festival Days - I Polski Dzien—on Main Street in downtown Bremond: Live music, beauty pageant, games, vendors, barbecue cook-off, margarita mix-off, Polish pickle run, parade at 10:30 a.m.; Saturday night street dance - gates open at 7 p.m. Dance admission - $20 per person. Activities for everyone! Visit www.BremondTexas.org.
June 25 TCHCC/CHS Youth and Family Day—at TCHCC, 250 West Fairgrounds Road on US Highway 77, La Grange: activities; special tours and demos; family recognitions. For information, call 888-785-4500; or 979-968-9399; email info@czechtexas.org; or visit www.czechtexas.org
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Monika Cavanaugh. Families can also view the multi-media exhibition Texas Czechs: Rooted in Tradition, on display at the CVC through June 12. The event is produced by PolkaWorks. For information, contact lori@polkaworks.org or 512-7996842. Submitted by, Dawn Orsak Lodge 187, Round Rock —SPJST—
Vitáme vás! Welcome! to Kolache Klobase Festival June 11
The 26th annual Czech Kolache Klobase Festival is Saturday, June 11, 2016, at Riverside Hall in East Bernard, Texas, which is located about 45 miles southwest of Houston on Highway 90-A. This event brings people together to enjoy good music, good food, and to celebrate Czech heritage and culture. The day kicks off at 10:30 a.m. and continues nonstop until 8 p.m. Line-up of Czech music includes Ennis Czech Boys, Czech and Then Some, Dujka Bros., Red Ravens, and Texas Sound Check. Festival admission is $8 per person; children 12 and under are free of charge. Admission fee covers all entertainment and music provided by bands and entertainers in the hall and outdoors in the pavilion. Parking is free, and there are plenty of handicapped parking spaces. A plate lunch will be served begin-
July 8 Movie Night: “Rape of Europa”—at Czech Center Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto, Houston. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; movie begins at 7 p.m. Free and open to the public. For information, contact CCMH 713-528-2060; or via email: events@czechcenter.org.
August 12 Movie Night: “Hořící keř” - “Burning Bush”—at Czech Center Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto, Houston. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; movie begins at 7 p.m. Free and open to the public. For information, contact CCMH 713-528-2060; or via email: events@czechcenter.org. —SPJST—
Michael and Deborah Logue enjoy a dance at the Kolache Klobase Festival in East Bernard.
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ning at 11 a.m. featuring sausage, barbecue chicken, and trimmings. Drivethru plates and kolaches to-go will be offered from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sausage sandwiches and hamburgers will be available in the afternoon. Of course, there will be plenty of kolaches for sale. A flag tribute and grand march is at 3 p.m. followed by a concert of three bands from 4:30 to 5 p.m. inside the hall. Massive water fans will cool the outdoor pavilion to provide a more comfortable setting for dancers and spectators. Arts and crafts vendors will be located both inside and outside the hall. Crafts and goods of every kind will be available for sale. This is a good opportunity to shop for all types of handcrafted items, ethnic gifts and souvenirs, Czech crystal, and more. Bring the kids and have a good, family fun time with kid games and ac-
tivities that will keep the youngsters occupied. A prize drawing will be held with generous prizes. The Kolache Klobase Festival, in its 26th year, provides fun and entertainment for the entire family. The Festival Committee welcomes and encourages the wearing of Czech costumes to add a festive atmosphere and to further promote the preservation and celebration of ethnic heritage. For general information and band schedules, call 979-335-7907. For games or arts and crafts vendor information, call 979-531-9747 or email srdujka@gmail.com. Visit the festival website
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Star Hall Annual Picnic Sunday, June 5, 2016 7 Miles East of Temple on Highway 53
Fried Chicken and Sausage with all the Trimmings Serving Time: 11 a.m. - until ? • Plates $9 • Drive-Thru Line for Plates-To-Go
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Horseshoe Tournament - Sign up - 12 noon; Throwing Starts - 1 p.m. Polka Jam - 1 p.m. Bake Sale - Kolaches • Cakes • Pies Auction Starts - 4 p.m. Free Entertainment Throughout the Day! Entertainment and Fun for Everyone! Your Past and Present Patronage is Always Appreciated.
www.kkfest.com. See ad on page 29 of this week’s Vestnik for further information. Proceeds benefit KJT Society No. 40 Hall Fund. KJT is a non-profit organization that has been in existence in East Bernard since 1905. The Society participates in a program of charitable works including special youth programs, scholarships, social welfare, and civic support. KJT Society No. 40 would like to extend a special invitation to everyone to come out and enjoy the festival. —SPJST—
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Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs.”
For membership: Merlene Bravenec 254-778-7285
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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment
Post your lodge’s upcoming SPJST fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is Wednesday at 5 p.m., unless otherwise posted. Send updates directly to: VESTNIK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX to: 254-773-8087. Email to: melaniez@vvm.com. Advertising rates are $2 per column inch for lodge ads; $4 per column inch for non-profit organization ads; and $6 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at 800-727-7578 or email melaniez@vvm.com.
LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Directions: Directions: Lodge building is located on Highway 159 East, three blocks from the town square. Hall Rental Information: (979) 966-3795. Lodge Meetings: First Monday of even-numbered months February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the lodge hall. Potluck served after meeting. Youth Club Meetings: First Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. For information, contact Youth Leader Ronnie Pflughaupt 979-249-6702; rpflughaupt@hotmail.com.
LODGE 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 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.
Sunday, June 5—Lodge 6 meeting 2 p.m. Friday, June 10—Social Saturday, June 11—Petter family reunion Sunday, June 12—RVOS No. 46 family day Saturday, June 18—Kaluza family reunion Sunday, June 19—Soukup family reunion Friday, June 24— Malone Co-op meeting Saturday, June 25—Girard family reunion
Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Note: The bridge on the road to the hall is out; but there is a detour 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: 254-2278759. 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 254799-8550; 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.
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) 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. Sunday, June 5—Chris Rybak, polka/waltz, 3 to 7 p.m. $8/person Sunday, July 10—Glen Collins, country western, 3 to 7 p.m. $8/person Sunday, July 17—Fritz Hodde, polka/waltz, 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, June 11—Quinceanera Saturday, June 18—Quinceanera Friday, July 15—Quinceanera Sunday, August 7—TPMM Fundraiser: Jerry Haisler and Praha Bros. Watch the Vestnik for details. Saturday, August 20—Reyna wedding
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, June 4—Rental Sunday, June 5—Youth club meeting/swim party at Betty’s house Thursday, June 9—Lodge 25 monthly meeting, 7 p.m.
Saturday, June 11—Dining room rental Sunday, June 12—Kitchen/dining room rental Saturday, June 18—Wedding rental
Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay on Hwy 287 East until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and go under the overpass at Interstate 45. Go approx. 3/4 mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 972-875-8381; Hall Phone: 972-875-8381. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. Game Room: Open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month (unless otherwise noted), at 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/Friday night dances - Free admission • Parents of Thrall 4-H/FFA make old-fashioned hamburgers every Friday at 6 p.m.
Wednesday, June 1—Taylor Made Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, June 3—Second Hand Rose Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Sunday, June 5—Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club meeting, 1 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Youth Leader Cristy Girod 512-468-1347. Wednesday, June 8—Lodge 29, Taylor monthly meeting, 6:30 p.m. Covered dish meal will follow. Friday, June 10—Sterling Country, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 15—Taylor Made Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, June 17—Old Friends Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, June 24—Night Skies, 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 dance, 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, July 30—Lost Heart Highway
Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From IH-35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy. 84 East through Bellmead; go approx. 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy. 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Turn right onto Elk Road; go approx. 1 mile; road will dead end - turn right; go approx. 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: 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 each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 11:30 a.m. at the hall.
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LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca.
LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Sunday, June 5—Annual Picnic. See ad on page 29. Sunday, June 25—Free dance: Ennis Czech Boys, 7 to 11 p.m. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.
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 (1) 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: Because Father's Day falls on our regularly scheduled meeting date, the June meeting will be held on Monday, June 20, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 8—Special Committee Meeting at the lodge hall, 6:30 p.m. Mark your calendars to attend and discuss the future of Lodge 84. Monday, June 20—Lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m. Friday, Saturday/July 1, 2—Youth Club Bake Sale at Rudolph's Meat Market
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: Contact Kelly Tucker 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. Contact Youth Leader Lynda Novak 972-9484456.
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) Friday, June 3—Jeff Woolsey and Dancehall Kings, country western. $15 Saturday, June 4—Moonglow Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $15 Sunday, June 5—Homecoming: Music by All Around Czechs and Red Ravens, polka/variety. 2:30 - 7:30 p.m. $10. See ad on page 29. Saturday, June 11—Lonely Road Band, country/western. $15 Saturday, June 18—Third Coast Swing, big band. *Dress Code. $15 Saturday, June 25—Private party Saturday, July 2—Moonglow Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $15
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.
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 Bernadette Bellanger 361-579-8331/ Bbbellanger2011@hotmail.com.
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) Sunday, June 19—Lodge 142 meeting, 2 p.m.; meal served at 1 p.m. at Lodge 88 Houston.
odge 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, 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights) in the dining room or annex building - whichever is noted. 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 91, SAN JACINTO (5) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings—TBA in the Věstník. Contact Secretary Vonda Smesny 713-8707114.
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.
Sunday, June 5—Randy and the 92nd Roadhouse Band, country/western. 2 to 6 p.m. $6 Tuesday, June 7—Trustee meeting, 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 8—Sportsmens' Club monthly meeting, 7:30 p.m.: Hunting and fishing enthusiasts, speakers, door prizes. Free. Open to the public. Friday, June 10—Tanglefoot dance, 8 to 11 p.m. Members, $10; non-members, $17 Tuesday, June 14—Ladies circle, 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 14—Game night at Lodge 92, 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 21—Lodge 92, Fort Worth meeting, 6 p.m.
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 92, FORT WORTH (3) There will be no Lodge 92 meeting on Sunday, June 12. The next meeting will be Tuesday, June 21 at 6 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 National Hall Events Manager Jon Durham 817-6241361. Also visit Lodge 92 website www.nationalhallfort-worth.com. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each
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 155, AUSTIN (2) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of March, June, September, and December. Call Secretary Ginny Prasatik 512-472-1721 for meeting time/location.
LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of every other month, 1 p.m. Contact Secretary Cynthia Kristinek 806-763-7245; cjkristinek@yahoo.com for meeting location.
LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of January, April, July, and October, 12 noon at Wall Volunteer Fire Department, Wall.
LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY (5) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony.
LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday in February, April, June, August, October at 6:30 p.m. at Texas Seafood and Steakhouse, 2209 South Market Street, Brenham. (December meeting/social information will be announced at a later date.) For information, contact Nello and Dorothy Strickland 979-836-2609.
LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Reservations/Hall Rental Information: Jo 713-993-6878; 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, June 7—Lodge meeting at Sammy’s Bistro in Burleson, 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 5—Lodge meeting at Spring Creek Barbeque in Burleson, 6 p.m.
Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Check Věstník for times or call one of the following: 972-268-0022 or 817-905-2097. LODGE 181, CONROE (5) Note: Watch the Vestnik for lodge meeting location/time to be announced.
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) Note: Lodge monthly meeting and family night are held together - the third Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. at the hall.
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 and Family Night: Third Sunday of each month at 4 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
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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.
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) Friday, June 17—Hollywood: Linda Kay and the Kool Kats Friday, July 15—American Pie - Hot Dogs and Ice Cream: Glenn Lenderman and Friends
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 Jerry Macek 325-672-0577 or 325721-5127 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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