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Lodge 10, Shiner Members Gather for Founders’ Day Dinner, Program
Lodge 10, Shiner member Cindy Knobles unfurls the lodge banner at a reorganizational meeting and Founders’ Day luncheon on July 24. Assisting her are SPJST Vice President Hiram Dixon, left, and SPJST President Brian Vanicek.
SPJST Lodge 10, Shiner met Sunday, July 24, 2016, at 11:30 a.m. at Werner’s Restaurant in Shiner, Texas, for a reorganizational meeting and Founders’ Day luncheon. Eight members were present along with Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, Supreme Lodge Vice President Hiram Dixon, and District Six Director Karen Kaspar. Members attending were Leta and Albert Dye; Shirley Moczygemba; Cindy, Mark, and Robert Knobles; Delphin Hundl; and Gary Grossman.
All enjoyed a luncheon meal with Vice President Dixon leading grace before the meal. President Vanicek called the meeting to order, and all recited the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silent prayer followed. President Vanicek spoke on various SPJST areas including lodge updates, Fort Hood Memorial, and Corpus Christi Get Away. Vice President Dixon shared informa-
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Off the Racetrack With Danica Patrick You may know race car driver Danica Patrick for her ground-breaking career on the racetrack. This September, however, she will be front and center talking about the power of life insurance as the spokesperson for Life Insurance Awareness Month, which is coordinated by Life Happens. Here she opens up about life and life insurance.
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Danica Patrick, professional race car driver and Life Insurance Awareness Month spokesperson
a consummate—and fierce—racing professional, but everyone has to start somewhere. Do you remember your first race? It’s actually quite unforgettable. My sister and I started to race Go Karts when I was 10, and she was 8. The first time we took them out, it was in the big parking lot behind my parents’ business. We set up cans in a circle so we could do laps. But once out there my brake pedal fell to the floor, and I had no idea what to do. Instead of turning or spinning out, I just went straight, and at the last minute veered to miss a construction trailer and crashed into a concrete wall. I twisted the Go Kart, flew back, got Y
bruised legs—the whole deal. It didn’t scare me away, but by all means my first racing experience did not go well.
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When did you first get life insurance—or at least consider it? It was an easy decision for me to get life insurance at a young age. I participate in a risky sport where I drive 200 miles an hour with concrete walls around me. Plus, I’ve been fortunate to have a successful career from the beginning, and I want my family to be looked after if something were to happen to me, especially since my parents sacrificed so much for me to get where I am.
“Bad things can happen. That’s just life. And that’s why life insurance is just an easy and smart way to eliminate a risk from your life.”
Inside This Week’s Vestnik
Lodge Section......................................5 In Memoriam ......................................14 Youth Section ....................................15 Czech Culture ....................................18 Advertisements.............................20-21 Lodge Calendar .................................22
August 24, 2016
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Lodge 24 Cyclone hosts TPPM Summer Bash
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Lodge 80 Holland; 177, Academy siblings celebrate birthdays
SPJST State Queen’s Notebook
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Wednesday, August 24, 2016
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: vestnik@spjst.org
SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 Mobile: 254-534-2902 • Home: 254-985-0007 email: vanicek@spjst.com VICE PRESIDENT HIRAM DIXON, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM Office: 254-773-1575 Mobile: 254-239-9796 email: hiramd@spjst.com
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 Mobile: 254-721-4739 • Home: 254-778-3720 email: leonardm@spjst.com
DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING/ INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES ROY VAJDAK Office: 254-773-1575 email: royv@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.aggie71@gmail.com 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 BRADLEY STAVINOHA, FIC 10522 Will Lehman Road, Needville, Texas 77461 Mobile: 979-739-2386 • Office: 979-793-7411 email: spjst@earthlink.net 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
STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR FRANK HORAK Office: 254-773-1575 • Mobile: 254-534-0681 email: frankh@spjst.com STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR LYNETTE TALASEK Office: 254-773-1575 • Mobile: 254-931-0639 email: lynettet@spjst.com
DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Sharon Russell, 1292 CR 441, Dime Box, Texas 77853 • 979-884-0807 - sharonrussell28@yahoo.com District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Road, Burlington, Texas 76519-3108 - 254-985-2396 patsyk2011@yahoo.com District Three - Kay Weeks, 4203 Treehaven Ct, Arlington, Texas 76016 • 817-896-5277 - kgweeks@att.net District Four - Pam Lehmann, PO Box 637, Tahoka, Texas 79373-0637 - 806-561-5105 - plehmann@poka.com District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023-6510 - 713-649-6138 district5dyc@aol.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El Campo, Texas 77437 - 979-543-7120 lisa_bubela@yahoo.com District Seven - 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 - Dorothy Pflughaupt, 1243 Clovis Road, Houston, Texas 77008 713-859-8976 dotpflugh@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 - James House, 146 Deer Run, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - 830-570-7750 - james.houseconstruction146@gmail.com
INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - 979-272-3440 District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Road, Burlington, Texas 76519-3108 - 254-985-2396 patsyk2011@yahoo.com District Three - Robert Sill, 400 Westview Terrace, Arlington, Texas 76013 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Drive, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - 325-234-8117 District Five - Mark Childres, 14011 Laskey Manor Court, Cypress, Texas 77429 - 832-496-6646 mark@childresinsurancegroup.com District Six - Elizabeth Holub, 4624 Freyburg Hall Road, Schulenburg, Texas 78956 - 979-561-8640 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 - Vonda Smesny, 2607 Wolcik Road, Crosby, Texas 77532 - 281-627-1375 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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PJST is a proud sponsor of this year’s Westfest. We will sponsor the horseshoe tournament, participate in the parade, and host a booth on Saturday, September 3. The parade kicks off at 10 a.m. in Downtown West. The newly crowned SPJST State Royalty will ride in cars, and District Three is hosting both SPJST floats. After the parade, head over to West Fair and Rodeo Grounds for food, fun, music, refreshments, and arts/crafts. At the Amphitheater, SPJST State Royalty will be introduced; SPJST District Two Beseda Dancers will perform; and SPJST will have a booth. Please stop by! SPJST and RVOS are proud sponsors of the Westfest Horseshoe Tournament. Registration is 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, and the tournament starts at 5 p.m. Visit www.westfest.com for more information. SPJST Summer Spectacular Vestnik Coming August 31 The annual SPJST Summer Spectacular will be printed in lieu of next week’s August 31 Vestnik. The
issue will feature results and photos from State Youth Achievement Day, Corpus Christi Get Away, and other activities. This issue will be a great promotional tool to share with your friends, family, and neighbors who are not SPJST members. Show them what great family fun we have in SPJST! And, the youth program will be featured in a big way in the issue. It’s an amazing opportunity to see the benefits of being an active SPJST youth club member!
No September 21 Vestnik Please note that we will not publish an issue on September 21. We publish 50 issues per year, and this is one of our non-printing weeks. Please plan accordingly. Thank you for your attention.
New Vestnik Email Address Please make a note of this new email address —vestnik@spjst.org for contacting me or to submit items to the Vestnik, and please update your address books. Thank you! —SPJST—
We enjoyed the Corpus Christi Get Away Friday, August 12 to Sunday, August 14! Thanks to Brooke Hoelscher, left, and Jerry Pechal for their help with the photo booths and photography throughout the weekend. See next week’s Vestnik for a summary of the event.
VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the third week of September and the fourth week of December by VĚSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $25 per year for non-members. Members’fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society and enables us to make more informed decisions. The views expressed by writers in the Vestnik do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VĚSTNÍK c/o Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.
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August 25 Lodge 41, Port Lavaca Land Dedication Ceremony to Calhoun County (6) August 27 Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Kolache Workshop (1) August 28 District Two Fall Fun Day • Lodge 80, Holland (2) August 28 District Five Youth Outing • Lodge 88, Houston (5) August 28 Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Country Store Snook VFD Barbecue (1) Sept. 3 SPJST Floats • Westfest (3) Sept. 5 SPJST Home Office Closed • Labor Day Sept. 10 SPJST participates in Kolache Festival, Caldwell (1) Sept. 10 District Five Fall Meeting (5) Lodge 196, Houston-West Sept. 10 Lodge 48, Beyersville Fall Fundraiser (2) Sept. 11 Lodge 9, Snook Grandparents Day Game Day (1) Sept. 11 Lodge 17, New Tabor Grandparents Day Program (1) Sept. 11 Lodge 30, Taiton Grandparents Day Breakfast St. John’s Church (6) Sept. 11 Lodge 84, Dallas Czechfest (3) Sept. 11 Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club hosts Grandparents Day Czech Meal (7) Sept. 12 Lodge 151, Wharton Memorial Service Wharton Depot Museum (6) Sept. 17 SPJST Float • Burleson County Fair Parade Caldwell (1) Sept. 17 Lodge 47, Seaton Outdoor Extravaganza (2) Sept. 17 Lodge 92, Fort Worth Czech Heritage Day (3) Sept. 18 Lodge 30, Taiton Dozinky Fest/ Czech Heritage Celebration (6) Sept. 21 No Vestnik Published
~ IMPORTANT NOTICE ~ The Summer Spectacular will be published in lieu of the August 31 Vestnik.
SPJST INTEREST RATES . . . 08/01/2016 - 10/31/2016 SPJST Farm/ Commercial Property Information Call the SPJST Home Office 800-727-7578 for information.
75% Farm Loans for 5 to 30 Years
Commercial Property Loans for 1 to 10 Years and 11 to 15 Years VESTNIK
Universal Life Universal Life 3 (plans 1203-1222 with a guaranteed rate of 2.50%) Credited Rate: 3.00%
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Annuities Annuity 5 (plans 8032-8039 with a 1.50% guaranteed rate) Credited Rate: 3.00%
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Readers thank Corpus kolače baking team
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Readers Write
Thanks to Mark and Virginia Rebecek and their team for a great job on
baking the kolače and buchty and for all the hard work they do for getting ready for the Corpus Christi Getaway. We enjoyed the Czech weekend! Jim and Louise Koutny Pleasanton, Texas —SPJST—
FROM THE SPJST FOUNDATION
“Clean Out Your Barn” Auction Changes Date, Location Thank you for your donations and SPJST Foundation is a meaningful support of this year’s SPJST Foun- way to honor your lodge, an outdation “Clean Out Your Barn” Auc- standing fraternalist, or loved one in tion. In order to increase the number your life. To date, we have received 18 aucof potential auction bidders, we have moved our scheduled barn auction tion items, including cash, an Oliver tractor, two tractor-drawn road back one month to Saturday, graders, a Ford truck, Buick October 8, 2016, and UNDAT O F IO JST N Park Avenue, and several moved the auction locaSP tractor implements. The tion to Belton, Texas. We SPJST Foundation will be combining our would greatly appreciate auction with a popular additional lodge or indiannual farm and ranch vidual cash and auction auction in Belton. As a items that you might be result, we expect more willing to donate. A 2016 than 300 people will attend charitable income tax donathe auction. To summarize, tion receipt will be given to each this gives us one additional month to continue to receive donation items donor for each of your donated and hopefully receive higher bid items. Arrangements will be made to prices on your donated auction pick up your donated items at your house or barn at a time that is conitems. The proceeds of this year’s barn venient for you. Please contact me toll free at 800auction items will directly benefit our SPJST Foundation, a tax ex- 727-7578 or by email at empt, non-profit 501(c)(3) organiza- JamesL@spjst.com if you have any tion. These proceeds will help to questions or need any additional inincrease our SPJST Foundation Cap- formation concerning the SPJST ital Fund as well as continue to assist Foundation. Fraternally, both the Czech Heritage Museum James L. Lee, III, CPA and Genealogy Center in Temple SPJST Foundation and the SPJST Education and Nature Director of Development Center in Fayette County. An auc—SPJST— tion donation or a legacy gift to the
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Minutes from the August 6, 2016 Special Meeting of SPJST Supreme Lodge held at the Mayborn Convention Center, Temple, Texas
PRESIDING The meeting was called to order at 8:30 a.m.
ATTENDING Supreme Lodge—Brian Vanicek, President; Hiram Dixon, Vice President; Leonard Mikeska, Chief Financial Officer; Roy Vajdak, Director of Accounting/Information Technology Services; Donnie Victorick – District One/Chairman; Jesse Pospisil – District Two; John Engelke – District Three; Billy Rollwitz – District Four; Bradley Stavinoha – District Five; Karen Kaspar – District Six/Vice Chairman; Robert J. Bayer – District Seven.
OPENING OF MEETING The meeting was opened by Chairman Victorick with a welcome and recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed in respect to our departed members and in honor of our armed forces. Chief Financial Officer Mikeska led the Supreme Lodge in an opening prayer. PURPOSE OF THE MEETING To decide on operational procedures governing the sale and acquisition of local lodge property and/or related assets.
OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES President Vanicek reviewed the need for procedures governing the sale and acquisition of lodge properties. He named three lodges currently looking to the sale of their lodge properties. He presented a proposal setting forth a procedure to be followed. Director Bayer asked if we have authority to be involved in lodge affairs such as this. After discussion, it was deemed that procedure needs to be in place to assure that members have opportunity to be involved in the future of their lodges. President Vanicek moved that the following procedure be approved. Director Engelke seconded:
“Prior to the sale or acquisition of any lodge property, there shall be a resolution stating the terms of the sale or acquisition submitted by the lodge officers, trustees, and/or property committee at a regular or special called meeting of the lodge. Notice of the meeting must be given to each adult member of the lodge by U.S. mail. The notice of the meeting date must also be posted at least two times in the Vestnik. Discussion and voting on the proposed sale or acquisition shall take place at the time, date, and location specified in the notice. Voting on the endorsement of the resolution by proxy, mail, and/or any other form of absentee ballot shall not be permitted. The members may vote to (1) approve the proposed transaction according to the terms of the resolution or (2) authorize the officers to modify the terms and conditions of the proposed transaction. For the measure to pass, the number of affirmative votes must be at a majority of adult members voting.”
Vote was taken, and approval of the procedure was unanimous.
The Home Office will not initiate the process to sell a lodge property.
More details to flesh out the procedure will be considered in the upcoming Strategic Planning Meeting.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Director Rollwitz moved adjournment, Vice President Dixon seconded, and the motion to adjourn carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 9:45 a.m.
Leonard Mikeska, Chief Financial Officer —SPJST—
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District Two Fall Fun Day this Sunday, August 28 at Lodge 80, Holland
Good Day, All! Just a quick reminder that our District Two Fall Fun Day is coming up real soon. As you all know, the date was changed to Sunday, August 28, 2016, at the request of Lodge 80, Holland, our hosting lodge. Lodge members will serve pork loin, mashed potatoes, green beans, and iced tea. Yummy! Registration begins at 1 p.m., and the meeting will begin at 2 p.m. We will be having two spin wheels and a cake walk for your games, and District Two Youth Counselor Patsy will be having a silent auction. We are asking the members to please bring a sweet for the cake walk, an item for the silent auction, and something for the spin wheels. If you bring canned goods, etc., please be sure to check the expiration dates. We don’t want anyone getting ill over something they received at our fun day. You don’t have to just bring food items, we want other
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things such as dish towels, trinkets, anything you want to bring! We are having a Christmas ornament contest for the youth and the “young at heart.” Be sure to make an ornament, and bring it with you to the meeting. We will be having door prizes, prize drawings, and guessing games. You will be given 10 tickets to play the games and a ticket for door prizes. These will be given to you at the door. Other tickets will be available to purchase.
Fun For All! Come on out to Holland this Sunday, August 28 and enjoy a good time for all District Two members! Mark your calendar right now so you do not forget! Fraternally, Ruth Hanusch Vice President/Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—
District Four Fall Fun Day Saturday, September 24 at Harrigan’s in Lubbock Lodge 157, Lubbock will host the District Four Fall Fun Day on Saturday, September 24, 2016. It will begin at 11 a.m. at Harrigan’s Restaurant. The restaurant is in the shopping center at the corner of 50th Street and Memphis Avenue (Memphis Place Mall).
The date is a change from the scheduled time due to conflicts with Texas Tech football. Please come join us! Fraternally, Cyndy Kristinek, Secretary Lodge 157, Lubbock —SPJST—
District Five Youth Social this Sunday, August 28 at Lodge 88, Houston Dear District Five Members, On Sunday, August 28, 2016, we will have a District Five Youth Summer Social at Lodge 88, Houston, located at 1435 Beall Street at West 15th (the Heights). We will have a water slide for those who want to get wet and crafts for those who don’t. We also plan to do some blankets for St. Jude’s for the children in the hospital.
Lunch will be hot dogs with the trimmings, chips, cookies, and watermelon. Bring your towels, sunscreen, goggles, friends, and be ready for some fun! The time is from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome. See you there! Fraternally, Michelle Wockenfuss Assistant District Five Youth Counselor —SPJST—
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Lodge 6 Cottonwood plans potato peeling party
President Milton Peterson called the meeting to order on Friday, August 5, 2016, at 7:30 p.m. Sister Peggy Dobecka led the Pledge of Allegiance and SPJST motto. A moment of silence was observed for the deceased of the lodge. Sister Georgie Soukup reported 19 members present and two guests present. Sister Barbara Hykel read the minutes from the last meeting. Brothers Ray Perez and Jerry Kucera were absent. Guests were Mr. James Lee, III from the SPJST Foundation and Susan Chandler from the Czech Heritage Museum. Both gave very interesting information. Sister Peggy Dobecka gave the treasurer’s and youth club’s reports. The youth did really good at the picnic. They will bake 25 dozen kolaches for Westfest. Sister Evelyn Stuckly gave the FAC report. One adult new member was accepted into the lodge. The Sunshine Committee sent a get well card to Pam Urbanovsky and a sympathy card to the Danny Pavlas family. A thank you note was read from Dale Sembera.
Potato Peeling Party—Sept. 2 They voted to throw out the diced potatoes for Westfest and go back to fresh potatoes. There will be a potato peeling party on September 2 beginning at 3 p.m. at the hall. The picnic was a success, and we want to thank everyone who came, worked, and bought raffle tickets and
SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087
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auction items. Without everyone’s help, it would not have been a success. Birthday for August was Kim Seith. Both progressive door prize winners were absent. Attendance door prize winners were Al Soukup, Kim Seith, and Peggy Dobecka. Dates to remember: Friday, August 19 - social; Friday, September 2 - potato peeling party; Sunday, September 11 - SPJST meeting, and the youth will prepare the meal for Grandparents Day at 12:30 p.m. with the meeting to follow at 2 p.m. Please remember Jerry Kucera in your prayers; he will have knee surgery on his right knee on Monday, August 29 at Providence Hospital. The meal was provided by Dorothy Kucera. Dorothy Kucera, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 41 Port Lavaca to present land to Six Mile Community VFD
On Thursday, August 25, 2016, SPJST Lodge 41, Nova Ratolist in Port Lavaca along with the Six Mile Community Volunteer Fire Department will have a dedication ceremony at 6:30 p.m. Lodge 41 is donating two acres of land to Calhoun County for the purpose of building a fire station. It is economically impossible for our lodge to build and maintain a lodge hall. By donating the land, we will have use of the meeting room at the fire station for our meetings and functions. This will also benefit all the residents of the area by having a vol-
unteer fire department close at hand. We hope to have the facility operational by year’s end. Cooperation between the county, the fire department, and the lodge will result in a winning project for SPJST. The lodge will be able to maintain a sign promoting SPJST and its products on the property. Anyone interested may attend the dedication on the corner of Royal Road and FM 1090 in the Six Mile area of Port Lavaca. Fraternally, Franklin Jurek, President —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton sets September 17 Outdoor Extravaganza
Dear Věstník Readers, We are looking forward to seeing members, friends, and family at Seaton Star Hall on Saturday, September 17, 2016, for our annual fundraiser - Outdoor Extravaganza. Social hour will begin at 5 p.m. with the meal served at 6:30 p.m. The event is for the entire family. Children are welcome. Tickets are available from any lodge member, or you may contact Chairman Brandon Bartek 254-624-4119; Edwin Pechal 254-721-2887; or James Skrabanek 254-984-2283. A steak dinner will be served along with drinks for the evening. Activities include bucket drawings, live and silent auction, games in which children are included, and of course, the top prize drawings. Your purchased ticket will include dinner, drinks for the evening, and a ticket for the chance to win:
1st Prize - Three person, one-half day pheasant and one-half day quail guided combination hunt in Santa Anna, Texas, which is west of Brownwood. Also included is a guide and dog. More info - www.sahainc.com. 2nd Prize - Four person guided bay fishing trip at Port O’Connor, Texas. Includes bait, tackle, filleting, and packaging, and one night lodging at 10th Street Lodging. More info www.10thstreetlodge.com. 3rd Prize - Two person weekend getaway to historic Fredericksburg. Includes two-night stay with breakfast
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vouchers at Kingwood Suites, just blocks from Main Street. 4th Prize - $400 Bass Pro Shop gift card. 5th Prize - RTIC 65 Cooler.
Your ticket purchased will also include discounts on other packages available that night. Only 500 admission tickets will be sold for the top six prize drawings. Contact Brandon, Edwin, James, or any lodge member for any questions or to purchase your tickets. Please join in the fun, and hopefully, walk away with a nice prize. You do not have to be present to win. Proceeds from this fundraiser will go toward the SPJST Scholarship Fund, helping and donating to the community in various ways, and maintenance and repairs of Lodge 47. Please visit our website - www.seatonstarhall.com. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton shares barbecue cookoff results
Dear Věstník Readers, Friday, July 15, and Saturday, July 16, 2016, members, friends, and barbecue cookers had a great time at the Lodge 47, Seaton Annual Barbecue Cookoff. Several days before, cookers began moving in trailers and pits to participate in the big event. There were a total of 32 cookers who participated, doing their best in the chicken, ribs, brisket, and beans competitions. An award was given for the “Best Overall Team” and “Best Pit.” Many also entered “The Best All-Around Margarita” and “Bloody Mary” drink competition. It was good to see Nancy Bigon and Butch Keith with us. We’re glad you are doing better, Butch! On Friday evening, the Seaton Youth Club prepared and sold hamburgers and fries. They were delicious! Thanks to the many who worked the different shifts. You guys worked in that heat and definitely deserved many of the ice cold drinks which were available. Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5
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played some fantastic music under the pavilion for those wanting to dance or just enjoy good music and friends. Thank you for such great music. Something new this year provided by the youth club was a train which took youth around the grounds. What an awesome purchase Lodge 47 Youth Club made. The youth simply loved it! Oops! Let me back up. The fun may have been enjoyed even more by several grandmothers and parents when they realized they could hop on and ride, too! You ladies were so much fun! Thank you, Donnie Pechal, for the use of the lawnmower to pull the train. We probably left you with an empty gas tank as the train ran all night. Thank you to all the kids for riding; you were great train passengers. I wish we could have made a longer trip - maybe even to Temple would have been fun! And to the boys who carried the one car all the way back when the wheel fell off, you were awesome. The next train ride is on us.
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tion on SPJST life insurance and annuity products. Director Kaspar updated attendees with district information. The future direction of Lodge 10, Shiner was discussed. The Shiner Cemetery was also discussed, and members thanked and appreciated the SPJST District Six Cemetery Organization for its work, maintenance, and upkeep by the members of the organization. Special thanks was given to David and Janie Bucek and Mike Ahlstrom who have been instrumental in the projects at the Shiner Cemetery. The Shiner Cemetery Fund was then discussed. A motion was made by Leta Dye, seconded by Cindy Knobles, to transfer the Shiner Cemetery Fund to the District Six Cemetery Organization Fund. Motion passed unanimously. Members and guests discussed the next meeting date. Everyone agreed to look further into Lodge 10, Shiner possibly reorganizing. President Vanicek will continue looking at avenues through the community and membership. Door prizes were awarded, and the meeting then adjourned. All enjoyed visiting and fellowship through our SPJST membership. —SPJST—
Thank you to the many of you who bid on the barbecue pit, made and donated by Leo Makovy. Everyone wanted that pit. Thank you, Leo! It was taken home by the vendor who was selling the nice green plants. They were really excited when their ticket was drawn. I understand the judges were excited about all the good food they got to taste. Several commented on it being the best they had ever tasted. Thank you, judges, for taking the time to help out and make the judging run so smooth. A big thank you to all the cooking teams for joining us this year and in the past at our cookoff.
Barbecue Cookoff Winners Winners taking home the $2,500 in top prizes were: Chicken 1st - Dixie Smoke Rollers 2nd - Peg Leg BBQ 3rd - Fat Boys
Ribs 1-Good, Bad and Ugly 2-Fat Boys 3-Good Ole’ Boys Brisket 1st - Smokin’ Hot 2nd - Praha BBQ 3rd - Old Army BBQ Beans 1st - All Sauced Up 2nd - Smokin’ Hot 3rd - Texas Express
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man/Lodge President Edwin Pechal for all the planning and hard work in making this event a success. And to all lodge members who helped in any way. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, Reporter —SPJST—
Overall Smokin’ Hot
Best Pit BBQ Bandits
Congratulations to each of you and all who participated! Lodge 47 appreciates all the cookers, workers, and all who came out to enjoy a couple days of fun. A big thank you to BBQ Chair-
Lodge 10, Shiner Hosts Founders’ Day Luncheon, Meeting
Delphin Hundl, Leta Dye, and Cindy Knobles. BACK: SPJST Vice President Hiram Dixon, District Six Director Karen Kaspar, Gary Grossman, Albert Dye, Shirley Moczygemba, Robert Knobles, Mark Knobles, and SPJST President Brian Vanicek. RIGHT PHOTO: Dis-
trict Six Director Karen Kaspar, right, displays the lodge banner with Cindy Knobles of Lodge 10, Shiner. BELOW PHOTOS: President Vanicek, left photo, and Vice President Dixon, right photo, discuss SPJST programs and products with attendees.
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Lodge 24, Cyclone Hosts Texas Polka Music Museum Summer Bash Sunday, August 7, 2016 • SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone Flag Hall • Submitted by Justin Everett of Lodge 47, Seaton
On Sunday, August 7, 2016, SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone Flag Hall hosted “The Summer Polka Bash” for the Texas Polka Music Museum in Schulenburg, Texas. TPMM opened a few years ago and proudly displays memorabilia from various polka bands from all over the state of Texas. When polka music fans visit the museum, they get to see the history of polka music as well as how the bands evolved through the years in the polka music world. The fun kicked off with homemade, juicy hamburgers being served by Lodge 24 volunteers in the kitchen. We hope everyone enjoyed them as much
as we enjoyed serving them. We kept Daniel Wilde busy at that grill outside cooking those juicy patties. A silent auction was filled with treasures to bid on and a live auction featured special items. Now, we get to the best part of it all—the polka bands.The line-up consisted of two polka bands. Up first were the talented Praha Brothers. The Praha Brothers have been entertaining people all over Texas for more than 20 years. The band played the well-known polka called “Tinker.” Tom Jones and Henry Machicek joked by saying: “At first, we weren’t sure if we were going to
LEFT PHOTO: The Praha Bros. start off the afternoon with some great polkas. CENTER PHOTO: A jam session highlights the afternoon. RIGHT
play the song; we had just been tinkering with it.” Next up was the very popular Jerry Haisler and The Melody 5. Jerry and his band have been performing and entertaining polka music lovers for more than 50 years. The band played a variety of Czech polkas and waltzes as well as some classic country tunes like “I Just Wanna Dance With You.” They ended their performance with a sing-along of popular tunes, and everyone joined in singing in front of the stage. It was a perfect ending to a great afternoon of fun, dancing, and music. Highlighting the day was a jam ses-
sion where both bands and other talented guest musicians displayed their talents by playing Czech staples such as “The Shiner Song” and “All By Myself Polka.” A big thank you to everyone who came out. We hope you all have a chance to visit the museum when you are in the Schulenburg area. Come back to see us at Lodge 24, Cyclone’s Flag Hall on Saturday, October 15 when we will host the popular Ennis band, “The Moravians.” Fraternally yours, Justin Everett —SPJST—
PHOTO: Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5 continue the afternoon with more polkas. FAR LEFT PHOTO: Jerry and Helen Haisler. LEFT PHOTO: Bar workers Brenda and Mark Maddux. RIGHT PHOTO: Three generations of SPJST members who love polka music, Rose Everett, back, right, and son Justin with grandparents Anton and Albina Vrazel. Rose and Justin are members of Lodge 47, Seaton, and Anton and Albina are members of Lodge 15, Buckholts.
LEFT PHOTO: Daniel and Linda Wilde, right, visit with Anton and Albina Vrazel. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 24, Cyclone’s kitchen crew Margaret, far left, and Wilbert Mikeska, far right, visit with friends during a much
needed break. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 24 kitchen crew, left to right, Jason Hoelscher, Linda Wilde, Daniel Wilde, and Justin Everett take a break after making a lot of delicious hamburgers!
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Lodge 48 Beyersville reports on July meeting
The Lodge 48, Beyersville July meeting came to order at 6:52 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance. Juanette read the minutes, and they were accepted. Bonnie gave the treasurer’s report, and it was accepted. Bobby gave an update on the property. Brett gave the FAC report. Janet gave an update on the hall report and the
youth report. There were no old business to discuss. Under new business, we will start preparing for the Lodge 48, Beyersville fundraiser, and we need to work on raffle items and selling tickets. July birthdays were for Hayden Johns on the 23rd, Wayne Kelm on the 16th, Donna Macha on the 27th, and Larry Barron on the 27th. July anniversaries were for Wayne and Rita Kelm - 45 years on July 2 and
David and Laura Poldrack - 10 years on July 22. Thanks, Michelle Newsom, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 48 Beyersville reports on August meeting
The meeting came to order at 6:30 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for deceased member Darryl Traylor. Janet and Albert Filla were absent Bonnie Urbanek gave the treasurer’s report, and Brett gave the FAC
Lodge 47, Seaton Hosts 24th Annual Barbecue Cookoff
Friday and Saturday, July 15 and 16, 2016 • SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall • Submitted by Patsy Koslovsky, Reporter
LEFT PHOTO: Beans winners - 1st - All Sauced Up; 2nd - Smokin’ Hot; 3rd - Texas Express. CENTER PHOTO: Chicken winners - 1st - Dixie
Smoke Rollers; 2nd - Peg Leg BBQ; 3rd - Fat Boys. RIGHT PHOTO: Ribs winners - 1st - Good, Bad and Ugly; 2nd - Fat Boys; 3rd - Good Ole’ Boys.
LEFT PHOTO: Brisket winners - 1st - Smokin’ Hot; 2nd - Praha BBQ; 3rd - Old Army BBQ. RIGHT PHOTO: Best Pit - BBQ Bandits.
FAR RIGHT PHOTO: Overall Team Award Smokin’ Hot.
FAR LEFT PHOTO: Winners of the barbecue pit made and donated by Leo Makovy. Thank you, Leo! LEFT PHOTO: Everyone enjoyed the Lodge
47, Seaton Youth Club train. RIGHT PHOTO: Hannah Galler, left, and Christine Festa assist in the kitchen.
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report. There was no hall report. Michelle gave a youth club report and update on State Youth Achievement Day (YAD). Brooke Newsom won first place in photography. We had a follow-up discussion on our annual fundraiser job duties and the meal. A property committee meeting is set for September 19. We accepted two new members Landon Self and Brayden Hill. One termination was announced with the loss of Darryl Traylor. August birthdays are Michelle Newsom on the 10th, Bonnie Wolf on the 16th, and Alice Bracewell on the 31st. Happy anniversary to Gilbert and Demetra Schiller! They are celebrating 67 years of marriage. Michelle Newsom, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 48 Beyersville invites all to fall fundraiser
SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville’s fall fundraiser is Saturday, September 10, 2016, at the lodge hall, located four miles southeast of Taylor on FM 619 Social hour will start at 4:30 p.m. followed by a meal at 5:30 p.m. The prize drawing begins at 6:30 p.m. Only 200 tickets will be available. Please contact RuthAnn Wuensche 281-352-7815 or Bonnie Urbanek 512-856-2835. Michelle Newsom, Reporter Assistant Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 54, West reports on June quarterly meeting
The meeting of SPJST Lodge 54, West was held at St. Joseph’s Hall and called to order at 7:15 p.m. on Friday, June 3, 2016, by Vice President Wilburn Willis. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Willis followed by a moment of silence in memory of all our departed members especially
Barbara Henderson O’Rear, Richard Hlavenka, and Camellia Anne Taylor who have passed away since our last meeting. Treasurer Mary Lou Mynar called the roll. All officers and sales agents were present for the meeting except Freddie and Janice Kaluza. We had 19 members and guests present. Vice President Wilburn Willis welcomed all who were in attendance for the meeting. The minutes of the last meeting were read by Mary Lou Mynar. Ronnie Kaluza made a motion to accept the minutes as read, and Terry Sefcik seconded the motion. Motion passed. FAC Linda Kaluza gave her report and let all members know about the many activities to be held within the next few months. The 10th annual Corpus Christi Get Away will be from August 12 to 14. If anyone would like to join the group, they can call the Home Office to get more information. The group will also be bay fishing for anyone who would be interested in going. Linda let the members know of a contest sponsored by SPJST called “Create a Commercial” contest to promote SPJST. The deadline for this contest is July 17. All winners will receive awards at State Youth Achievement Day in Temple on August 6. There is a statewide auction called “Clean Out Your Barn.” The proceeds from this auction will be donated at 100 percent to benefit the SPJST Foundation. Beulah Zahirniak made a motion to accept the report by Linda Kaluza, and Ronnie Kaluza seconded the motion. Motion passed. The treasurer’s report was presented by Mary Lou Mynar. Jean Maler made a motion to accept the treasurer’s report, and Ronnie Kaluza seconded the motion. Motion passed. Czech Reporter Jan Vaculik mentioned that on June 3, 1944, he came to the United States. His birthday is in March so he was just a little baby when he arrived here. In old business, Wilburn Willis talked about Join Hands Day and thanked all of our volunteer members of SPJST who came out to West Rest Haven to help. Mary Lou Mynar read a thank you note from West Rest Haven as they were very appreciative of all who gave their time. Mary Lou mentioned that Freddie received an email from Mary Beth Dulock about Lone Star Hall. They still have money set aside for the hall, but don’t know when they will start to rebuild the hall.
In new business, Jean Maler brought up some articles in the Vestnik this month that were very interesting. One was about how sugar used to be processed, and how it came to be shaped into cubes. Another article was about the man who was credited with the first classification of blood type.
Lodge 47, Seaton member Johnnie A. Plsek achieves Grand Age of 96
A very special gentleman of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton — Johnnie A. Plsek — celebrated his 96th birthday on May 30, 2016. His celebration continued with a special recognition in his honor on Sunday, June 5 at the lodge’s annual picnic. SPJST Supreme Lodge Secretary- Treasurer Leonard Mikeska introduced Mr. Plsek and congratulated him on his 96th birthday and for being an SPJST member. On behalf of the officers and members of Lodge 47, we were honored to have Mr. Plsek as our special guest and congratulate him on his very special birthday. May God bless Mr. Plsek with many more years of good health and happiness. A wonderful article featuring Mr. Plsek was published in the May 18, 2016, Vestnik. —SPJST—
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Mary Lou Mynar also mentioned that SS Catering is no longer in business so we have to find someone else to cater the Christmas party. All their accounts were transferred to Eddie Ray’s Catering. Mr. Willis said this can be discussed at our next meeting. Mr. Willis also thanked Marcela Vaculik for always calling and encouraging the members to attend our meetings. Wilburn Willis announced all the names of the people receiving 75-year and 50-year pins. The only one to receive a 75-year pin was Mary Louanne Prasifka who was not in attendance. Her pin was mailed to her. Those present to receive 50-year pins were Willie R. Zahirniak, David A. Maler, and Edwin “Bubba” Sefcik. Each one of them were honored to receive a 50-year pin. Those not in attendance to receive 50-year pins were Mark A. Kadlubar, Charlene Kirby, Edward L. Klish, William Edward Mynar, Raymond Henry Parma, and Jacqueline Sinkule. Their pins were mailed to them. Mr. Willis also handed out Everyday Hero pins to everyone in attendance. The members who celebrated birthdays since our last meeting were announced - Jan Vaculik, David Maler, and Albina Matusek. Beulah Zahirniak made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Ronnie Kaluza. Motion carried. Door prizes were given away, and all enjoyed food and fellowship. Door prize winners were Melissa Sefcik and Terry Sefcik; each won $15.
Next Meeting—September 9 The next meeting will be on Friday, September 9 at 7 p.m. at St. Joseph Hall. We hope to see more of our members in attendance. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him. —1 John 4:16 Fraternally, Janice Kaluza, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 73, Seymour meeting, lunch this Sunday
Dear Members, You are invited to a lunch and meeting for SPJST Lodge 73, Seymour on Sunday, August 28, 2016, at
12 noon at the Seymour Senior Citizens building, located at 500 East Belknap in Seymour. Meat will be provided, and members are asked to please bring a side dish or dessert. In order to plan for the meal, please RSVP by August 22 to 940-733-6869. We hope to see you at the meeting. Fraternally, Alice Orsak FAC/Secretary —SPJST—
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Lodge 91 San Jacinto meets Sept. 10
Lodge 91, San Jacinto will hold its third quarterly meeting of 2016 at Crosby Dairy Queen on Saturday, September 10, 2016, at 11 a.m. Crosby
Dairy Queen is located off FM 2100 across from Kroger’s. There will be a short meeting followed by lunch. See you there. Fraternally, Vonda Smesny, Secretary —SPJST—
JD Coker and Linda Johnson Celebrate Birthdays at Lodge 80, Holland Saturday, August 13, 2016 • Lodge 80, Holland • Submitted by Risa Pajestka
On Saturday, August 13, 2016, a wonderful birthday party was held at SPJST Lodge 80, Holland to celebrate two longtime, active SPJST members. John D. (Pete) Coker of Lodge 80, Holland and his little sister Linda Johnson of Lodge 177, Academy enjoyed a wonderful day surrounded by family and friends. Pete celebrated his 90th birthday, and Linda celebrated her 75th. An excellent meal of brisket, brown beans, traditional new potatoes, bread, tea, and water was served. Dessert was birthday cake, cupcakes, cookies, and rosettes. Linda worked in the Financial Secretary’s Department at the SPJST Home Office for 35 years. She retired in 2011.
LEFT PHOTO: Longtime SPJST members JD (Pete) Coker of Lodge 80, Holland and sister Linda Johnson of Lodge 177, Academy enjoy a great party. CENTER PHOTO: It was good to have current and former SPJST Home Office personnel celebrating with us at Lodge 80. Pictured are,
left to right, Debbie Dohnalik, Betty Mikulas, and Honorary SPJST Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas. RIGHT PHOTO: Newlyweds Brad and Victoria Pajestka Zajicek help serve tea. Victoria is a longtime active member of Lodge 80.
LEFT PHOTO: Cyril Pajestka, longtime member of Lodge 80, enthusiastically helps out. CENTER PHOTO: Home Office personnel visit. Left to
right are Doris Tyroch, Dorothy Stuchly, Lisa Kirby, and Debbie Dohnalik. RIGHT PHOTO: Everyone had a great time!
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Lodge 92 Fort Worth sets activities
Come on out to National Hall SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth! We invite you to mark these upcoming activities on your calendar and plan to visit. National Hall is located at 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road in Fort Worth.
Tuesday, August 23 Game night at Lodge 92 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, September 4 Please note: No country/western dance due to the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 5. Friday, September 9 Tanglefoot ballroom dance, 8 to 11 p.m. Members are $10, and non-members are $17.
Sunday, September 11 Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. This will be our last meeting before the Czech Heritage Day celebration on September 17 so please plan to attend and bring your ideas to help make this year’s celebration a memorable one. Tuesday, September 13 Ladies Circle, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 13 Game night at Lodge 92 at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, September 14 Sportsmans’ Club, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. A monthly meeting of hunting and fishing enthusiasts with speakers and prize drawings. Open to the public. No charge for admission.
Saturday, September 17 Czech Heritage Day at Lodge 92. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Admission is $8 (no charge for children ages 15 and younger). Traditional Czech dinner served 2 to 4 p.m. is $8 for adults and $5 for children. The Jodie Mikula Orchestra will play from 4 to 8 p.m., and proceeds from everyone’s favorite - cake roulette - benefit the Ladies Circle of Lodge 92. All are invited to this annual event. Special invitation goes out to our sister lodges—6, Cottonwood; 25/135, Ennis; 35, Elk; 54, West; 66, Waco; 84/130, Dallas; Sokol/154, Fort Worth; 180, Burleson; and 183, Arlington. See you there!
Hall Rentals Upcoming events and rental information available from Jon Durham, Event Manager at 817-624-1361. Fraternally, Angela Paprskar Casteel President —SPJST—
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Lodge 92, Fort Worth Hosts Paprskar Memorial Tarok Tournament V
Lodge 141, Sealy to host SPJST Float in Bellville, Wallis parades
Lodge 141, Sealy members met at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, August 9, 2016, at Gordon Memorial Library. President Rick Martinez began the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. Reports were presented by Secretary Bernice Stolarski and Treasurer Freda Jemela. The SPJST Float has been booked for the October 13 Austin County Fair parade. Rick and Dora Martinez would like to book the SPJST Float for the lighted Christmas parade in Wallis on the second Saturday of December. We will be checking to see if the float will be available. Other than that, there was no new business to discuss, and the meeting was adjourned. Bernice Stolarski, Secretary —SPJST—
The Paprskar Memorial Tarok Tournament V held Saturday, August 13, 2016, at SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth was a big success. The day included 28 players at seven tables, and lunch was one of the best ever. A big thank you to all players, and congratulations to winners, right to left, first place - Jimmie Coufal (824 points), second place - Andrew Kucera (709 points), third place - Willie Cervenka (695 points), and fourth place - Mark Brezina (685 points). See you next year! —Fraternally submitted by John Paprskar
Lee Plengemeyer, and Virginia Veatch Mitchell. Family members are invited to attend the memorial service and light a candle in remembrance of their loved one. Members with birthdays in July, August, and September will also be honored. We hope to see you there. Fraternally, Janie Bucek Secretary/FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 151 Wharton to honor deceased members at Sept. 12 meeting Lodge 155, Austin meets Sept. 3 SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton will
hold its quarterly meeting on Monday, September 12, 2016, at Wharton Depot Museum, located at 100 Sunset Street in Wharton. A light meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. Please call Carolyn Bucek at 979532-1910 before Wednesday, September 7 if you plan to attend so she can make arrangements for the food. A memorial service will be held for deceased Lodge 151 members: Rosie Marie Jannsen, Richard Vasek, Emma Elizabeth Preuss, Martha Gajewsky, Jacqueline Rene Herschap, John Franklin Baros, Earline Macha, Ora
Lodge 155, Austin will meet Saturday, September 3, 2016, at 2 p.m. at Little Walnut Creek Library at the corner of Rundberg Lane and North Lamar Avenue. We meet in a room at the very back of the library. The agenda will include plans for our December social. Members are encouraged to bring guests. The library is air-conditioned so we’ll have a “cool” meeting! Ginny Prasatik Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 177 Academy changes meeting time
Members and Friends, SPJST Lodge 177, Academy has changed the time of its monthly lodge meeting. Beginning in September, board of trustees will meet at 5 p.m.; lodge meeting follows at 5:30 p.m. and will continue to be held on the second Wednesday of each month at the hall, 711 Rio Poco in Academy. We hope you will join us at the meetings! Fraternally, Joanne Hutka Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy says, “Happy Birthday!”
Happy August birthdays to these Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy members—Frances McBride, Claudia Jupe, Vincent Zapata, Jason Cross, James Hosch, Duff Weathers, Amanda Roming Chaney, Blanca Shollenberger, Marley Shollenberger, Megan Odle, Logan Whitaker, Peggy Brewer, Brittney Brisbin, and Shawna Brisbin. Happy September birthdays to these Lodge 200 members—Alan Pelzel, Jarmille Pechal, Andrew Oldag, Gabriel Gibbs, Allen LaFlamme, Anna Chaney, Christopher Henson, Wendell Wood, Matthew Zayed, Melvin (Butch) Shollenberger, and Landon Wright. Fraternally, James Hosch Vice President —SPJST—
Lodge 202 Jourdanton Youth Club to honor grandparents
Lodge 202, Jourdanton met Sunday, August 14, 2016, at Jourdanton Community Center. Katlyn Polasek led the Pledge of Allegiance. Silence was observed for deceased member Joyce Polasek, and in honor of the armed forces. President James House welcomed everyone. Secretary Bettie House read the minutes that were approved as read. Treasurer Sandra Hoggard presented the financial report. FAC Kathleen Polasek announced dates of upcoming SPJST events. Youth Leader Regina House received correspondence from St. Matthew Catholic Church thanking Sandra and Amanda Hoggard, Regina and Kelly House, and Kathleen and Katlyn Polasek for assisting with their Czech Day celebration on July 17. State Youth Achievement Day (YAD) was a great day for the lodge youth. Amanda Hoggard was crowned SPJST State Queen ($1,500 grant), and she won the $1,500 State Merit
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Lodge 202, Jourdanton Couple Celebrates 58 Years of Marriage
Happy anniversary to Lloyd and Bettie House of Lodge 202, Jourdanton! They celebrated 58 years of marriage on August 23.
—Photo by Sandra Hoggard
Grant Award. Samara Valdez won the $1,000 District Seven Merit Grant Award. Senior group talent members Maecee De La Garza, Kelly House, Amanda Hoggard, Adeline Mares, Katlyn Polasek, Diego Valdez, Samara Valdez, and Isabella Wiederhold placed second. Amanda Hoggard placed first in pictorial arts and science and education, second in special category, and third in handicraft. Maecee De La Garza placed first in pictorial arts and second in constructed items. Kelly House placed second in constructed items and foods and third in hobby kits. Katlyn Polasek placed third in special category, and Isabella Wiederhold placed second in sewing. The youth club will honor grandparents with a Czech meal for Grandparents’ Day on September 11. At the Corpus Christi Get Away, Kathleen Polasek won the hula hoop contest in her age division, and James House won third place in dominoes. Door prizes will be awarded at each meeting. Meeting adjourned. Next Meeting—September 11 A Czech meal/meeting will be Sunday, September 11 at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 232 Houston Midtown to meet Sept. 13
Lodge 232, Houston Midtown met for its monthly meeting on Tuesday, August 9, 2016, at Czech Center Museum Houston. Various business items were discussed for this new lodge, aided by Fraternal Field Manager Delisle Doherty. District Five Director Bradley Stavinoha installed the new officers, who will fill two positions left vacant when the previous officers were unable to fulfill those duties. The new slate of officers is: President Clay Zapalac Vice President Rudolph Rusnak Secretary Cathy Anderson Treasurer Bill Rosene
Next Meeting—September 13 Members and interested guests are invited to the next meeting, which will include a potluck supper, to be held on Tuesday, September 13 at CCMH. Fraternally, Cathy Anderson, Secretary —SPJST—
Fort Worth Friendship Club
Fort Worth Friendship Club met on Wednesday, August 3, 2016, at St. Thomas Church Dining Room for our monthly meeting. The meeting was called to order by Vice President Lola Taylor in the absence of Margaret Sears. Lola welcomed everyone, and our guests were Pat and Billie, daughter and niece to Mary Agnes Ward who are visiting from New York. The theme for the day was “water,” and the color was blue. Tables were decorated with a plate of sand with shells. Thanks to Lola and Rose Ann Spann, and thanks to Barbara Becknell for the sea animal handmade creatures she gave to everyone. They were most clever and enhanced all the tables. We were all saddened to learn of the death of Anna Johnson on July 28, our long, longtime member, at the age of 96. She had been residing in Azle Manor Nursing Home for the past few weeks. Prayers were said for Anna. She will be missed, and may her soul rest in peace. Our sympathy goes out to her family. A monetary gift will be given to St. Thomas Building Fund in memory of Anna. Since we did not have a meeting in July and as this was our annual eating out social, no minutes were read. Treasurer Jo Ann Wilcox gave the financial report which was accepted as presented. Our eating out social in July at Golden Corral was most enjoyable and fun. The food was exceptionally fresh, hot, and good. Thanks to the Friendship Club for treating all of us. It was nice to have Lydia Alholm attend; we have missed her. Lola discussed future programs and said she could possibly get someone to come speak to us from the Alzheimer’s Association on how to detect early symptoms. It was voted for her to get this person for the September meeting. The theme for September will be sunflowers. Lola also stated she knows someone that impersonates Elvis and would try to get him for the October (Halloween) meeting. For November, Lola said she would bring supplies, and we would all learn to make Christmas ornaments. It sounds like we will have some interesting and fun times in the next few months. Libbie reported Camille Bolcer called her and asked that she stop by. Camille will be 100 years young in
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December, and she still sews. Currently, she is making a quilt for a priest. She gave me a cloth potholdertype square that you put your bowl in the middle of in the microwave; when you take it out, your fingers won’t get burned. I told her how clever this is and that I would take it to Ennis Sewing Circle for show-and-tell so she gave me two more – one for the Friendship Club, and one for me to take to Ennis Sewing Circle. We had a drawing, and Rose Ann Spann was the lucky winner. I use mine all the time. Thanks, Camille! Pat, daughter of Mary Agnes Ward, was the first winner of the 50/50 dollar game, and Stanley Krenek was the second winner. We had no door prizes. Congratulations! The singing of “Happy Birthday” went out to August celebrants - Pat McWilliams, Margaret Sears, and Betty Krenek. May you all have many more. We were supposed to bring food items in August for St. Thomas Food Pantry, and if you were like me - I forgot. I had gotten my items early and failed to set them out. So if you were one of those who forgot, bring them to the September meeting as they will still be appreciated. Our Guidelines state that any changes, additions, or deletions to the Guidelines will be voted on at the September meeting so be prepared to present them at this meeting.
August hostesses Elizabeth Creamer, Mary Agnes Ward and her niece, and all the other helpers were thanked for their good services. Hostesses for September will be Lupe Esparza and Carolyn Irby. Following the meeting, grace was said, and a great lunch of fried chicken, pork loin, mashed potatoes, and gravy plus all the other great side dishes were enjoyed by all. We do have some great cooks in our group. Games were then played, and a good time was had by all.
News This week, I went to attend the monthly Ennis Sewing Circle meeting and on the way out of town, I stopped by Legend Oaks Center in Ennis to visit Marie Vrla who is in rehab. We had a nice visit; she is always so funny. I’ve known Marie (Kostak) Vrla since attending gym classes at Sokol Ennis in our younger days. We had lots of good times especially traveling to Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, and Corpus Christi to attend district Slets. I have to say, we didn’t do the routines the Olympian women do these days as seen on television. They are unbelievable and fantastic. While there, I heard that Vivian (Jurica) Vrana, an old friend from our younger days, was there in rehab so I stopped in to say hello. In our visit, she asked me if I knew Kitty Rippin and said that she is an old friend. I asked her how
Lodge 202, Jourdanton Says, “Happy August Birthdays!”
Lodge 202, Jourdanton members celebrating August birthdays are, left to right, Katlyn Polasek on the 15th, James House on the 30th, and Bettie House on the 12th. Happy birthday! —Photo by Sandra Hoggard
she knows Kitty since Kitty lives in Haltom City, and Vivian has always lived in Ennis. Vivian said they were dancing friends. Today, I called Kitty, and she was so glad to hear about Vivian and said that she and her late husband George, and Vivian and her late husband Johnny always would meet each other at various dance halls especially when a good Czech band was playing. Kitty went on to say that she and her husband were one of the original members to organize and build the SPJST hall in Burleson which has since been sold. Kitty said that she doesn’t drive anymore and is unable to come to our Friendship Club meetings as she doesn’t have transportation. It was so nice to see Vivian and to talk with Kitty. While at Legend Oaks, I saw Emily
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But going a bit deeper, both my parents lost their dads when they were teenagers, and neither had any life insurance. My mom was one of five kids, and remembers that her mom had to sell most of the farm off as a result. When my sister and I came along, my parents got life insurance. They wanted to make sure, based on their experience, that we would be taken care of if something happened to them. That certainly stuck with me.
3 People might be thinking, “Well,
I’ll never be racing at Talladega. I don’t need life insurance.” Granted, my situation is unique. Most people don’t drive race cars for a living, so I think it’s probably easy for them to put off getting life insurance. You think you have time. You’re not expecting anything to happen, but it can. A good friend of mine in racing just lost his car chief to a heart attack at 34 years old. That’s crazy. Bad things can happen. That’s just life. And that’s why life insurance is just an easy and smart way to eliminate a risk from your life. I also think there’s a misconception that only the primary breadwinner needs life insurance. The other partner may be doing the cooking and cleaning, running the kids around and all sorts of things that help the family operate. If something happens to them, those things still need to be done, and
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(Juricek) Harrison sitting in the lobby. Emily’s parents lived and worked our Grandpa Vrla’s farm in Bardwell, which was next to our farm, many years ago. Emily used to come to the Sewing Circle, and it was so nice to see her again. She certainly was elegantly dressed sitting in her wheelchair. And then, there was Gerry (Jaresh) Holubar playing cards with a group. I knew her through her younger sister Carolyn Hejny and their aunt and uncle Julia and Louis Macalik, who lived on a farm next to ours in Bardwell. She was as beautiful as always, and was so nice to see her, too. I am writing about these old friends as all said they read my articles in the Věstník, and I just thought they would like to see their names in print. I heard through Henrietta Milan
there might not be enough time in the day for the other half to take care of those things or the money to hire someone to do it. So it’s smart for both to have life insurance.
4 What’s it like to be a woman in a
male- dominated sport? It’s challenging to answer that because that’s all I’ve ever been, but what does it mean? It means anything is possible. It means you’re only as good as your goals and your aspirations. So, shoot for the stars and land on the moon! That’s my plan.
5 We all want to know what you’re
like behind the wheel when you’re just driving down the road. Well, I have to admit, I’m pretty aggressive on the regular road. I’ve been told I need to take that aggression from the road to the racetrack more often. So I’m practicing that! It’ll pay off a lot better in my job.
6 Any parting advice?
When it comes to life insurance, think about it this way: If you were to pass away, it’s going to be awful for those left behind. There are people who are going to mourn and suffer— perhaps financially as well, and whatever you can do to make that transition as easy as possible is the kind thing to do, the unselfish thing to do.
Danica Patrick is the national spokesperson for Life Insurance Awareness Month 2016, and her services were retained by Life Happens. © Life Happens 2016. All rights reserved.
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that Joe Pokladnik of Dallas has moved to Fort Worth with his daughter Michelle Barrett and her husband. Henrietta asked him if I could write about his move, and he said yes. So his address is 9136 Oldwest Trail, Fort Worth, Texas 76131. Hopefully, some of his friends will send him a card. Joe is the younger brother of the late Sid Pokladnik, former SPJST District Three Director. Joe said that he had a piano and no one wanted it, and Michelle has a music room in their new house so they moved the piano to Fort Worth, and he is taking piano lessons. Good for you, Joe! I know Joe through Dallas Sokol and in his early days, he was a very good gymnast. He, too, always tells me that he reads my Věstník articles. So, to all my readers - thanks! Lydia Alholm made her monthly trip on the Wellington bus to WinStar, and I hear she was a big winner. This is nothing new; she always wins, but she told me she played a different machine this time - not the one she usually plays. So guess she now has two machines to choose from! The next meeting will be on
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 JENNIE MAE KAHANEK TREUMER. Jennie Mae Kahanek Treumer, 78, of Taiton, passed away peacefully with her two daughters by her side on Thursday, June 30, 2016. Jennie Mae was born on December 27, 1937, in Taiton to John and Agnes Dluhos Kahanek. J.M. Treumer Jennie Mae was a devoted wife, mother, grand-
Wednesday, September 7. Don’t forget your side dish for lunch, items for the St. Thomas Food Pantry (if you forgot to bring them last month), and any suggestions with regard to the Guidelines. Stay cool, and see you then. Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST—
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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. September 24
Surovik-Nedbalek—at Nelsonville Brethren Church, 352 Nelsonville Church Road in Nelsonville. Submitted by, Lillian Beasley, Lodge 17, New Tabor. —SPJST—
mother, and full-time homemaker. She loved to cook and bake for family and friends. She also loved to spend her free time listening and dancing to polka music. She was happiest when spending time with family and friends and was best known as Meme to the many community children that she was blessed to be caregiver to. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 30, Taiton. She is survived by daughters Marjorie of Bay City and Linda Treumer of El Campo; grandson Dylan Treumer of Bay City; sister Emma Mrnustik of Taiton; and numerous nieces and nephews. Jennie Mae was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 47 years Elmer Treumer; sisters Vlasta Krpec and Evelyn Jaksch; and brother Alvin Kahanek. Visitation was Monday, July 4 from 3 to 6 p.m. with a rosary recited at 6 p.m. at Triska Funeral Home.
Funeral service was on Tuesday, July 5 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Taiton with Reverend Gabriel Oduro Tawiah officiating. Burial followed at St. John’s Cemetery. Pallbearers were Glenn “Chopper” Kahanek, Ed Zapalac, Nick Beaver, Eugene Krpec, Bennie Krpec, Robert Krpec, Kenny Mrnustik, Ray Allen Jaksch, Garrett Rod, and Dylan Treumer. Honorary pallbearers were Edward Krpec and Clarence Kahanek. Memorial donations in honor of Jennie Mae may be made to St. John’s Catholic Church. Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer Resolution Committee —SPJST—
In Memory of Elmo Irvin, Sr.
Funeral service for Elmo Irvin, Sr., age 82, of Dime Box, Texas, was held at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 12, 2016, at New Corinth Baptist Church in Giddings with Reverend Ricky Washington officiating. Burial followed in the Antioch Cemetery in Ledbetter. Visitation was held on Elmo Irvin, Sr. Thursday, August 11 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Friday, August 12 from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home in Giddings. Elmo Irvin was born on July 24, 1934, in Dime Box to Jim Tom Irvin and Annie (Burns) Irvin. He was a truck driver and security officer. Elmo married Debra Vaughn Fillio on July 27, 2002, and enjoyed carpentry, gardening, fishing, and hunting. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 179, Warrenton. Elmo passed away the morning of Wednesday, August 3. He was preceded in death by his first wife; three sons; three daughters; brothers Floyd Irvin, Dorothy Irvin, and Kermit Irvin; and sisters Sadelia Lewis, Annie Mae Lott, Freeda Coleman, Tony Wells, and Corrie Lee Oliver. Survivors include wife Debra Irvin of Dime Box; daughters Brittney Irvin of Dime Box, Annie Coleman (Herbert) of Austin, and Linda Reed (Ira)
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of Austin; sons Elmo Irvin, Jr. (Sallie) of Dime Box, Demond Fillio (Melissa) of Midland, Donal Irvin (Opal) of Dime Box, Holman Thompson (Frankie) of Dime Box, and Kevin Irvin (Sheila) of Dime Box; 20 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and sister Alene Gregory of Dime Box. Respectfully submitted, Joan Sue Goehring, FAC —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 JOE ALVIN KRUTILEK. Joe Alvin Krutilek, 80, of El Campo, passed away on Monday, June 13, 2016. Joe was born on July 24, 1935, in Glen Flora, Texas, to Bohumil Bedrich “B.B. and Mary Ann Giesie Krutilek. Joe served in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany from 1958 to 1960. He was retired from Entex as a service tech. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 30, Taiton. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Albina Vanek Krutilek of El Campo; son Steven Krutilek; sister Darlene Anderson of Edna; brothers Albert Krutilek of El Campo and Daniel Krutilek of Porter and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers Ronald, Gilbert and Fred Krutilek. Visitation was Thursday, June 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Triska Funeral Home. Funeral service followed at 2 p.m. with Deacon Jerome Grahman officiating. Burial with military honors under the auspices of American Legion Post 251 followed at Garden of Memories Cemetery. Pallbearers were Roy E. Green, Everett Sklar, Mark Prybil, Alan Prybil, Ricky Vanek and Dean Vanek. Honorary pallbearers were Patrick Krutilek and Charlie Vanek, Jr. Memorial donations in honor of Joe may be made to Houston Hospice-El Campo or donor’s choice. Fraternally yours, Marjorie Treumer Resolution Committee —SPJST—
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SPJST Youth Section
The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to: SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087
Email: vestnik@spjst.org Questions? Call 800-727-7578
This section is dedicated to the youth of SPJST. As part of its membership benefits, SPJST offers a statewide youth program. If you or someone you know is interested in learning about opportunities offered to young members of SPJST, please contact your local lodge, District Youth Counselor, State Youth Director at 800-727-7578, or visit www.spjst.org.
District Two Fall Fun Day this Sunday
Dear Věstník Readers, The District Two Fall Meeting will be held at SPJST Lodge 80, Holland on Sunday, August 28, 2016. Yes, the meeting has been changed to August rather than September due to conflicts in scheduling. Registration will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. for the Christmas ornament contest. The rules for this contest are on page 37 of the 2016-2017 youth handbook. You can also find them online at www.spjst.org. I do hope each of you, youth and adults, will show your talent. Participation money will be given to the youth participating so each of you participants will come out a winner. The first place winning ornament in each age category will be displayed on the SPJST Youth Christmas Tree at the Home Office. A short business meeting will be held at 2 p.m. Be sure you are registered prior to 2 p.m. to be in the prize drawings. Those in attendance will be able to greet and congratulate SPJST District Two/State Second Runner-up King Hunter Bartek, Duke Jackson Erskine, Queen Zoe Talasek, and Duchess Madison Roantes. King Hunter and Queen Zoe will share their awesome winning speeches.We are so very proud of our Royalty Court and their representing District Two. There will be a lot of fun things to participate in this day: cake walk, adult spinning wheel, youth spinning wheel, and several other games. If you have any
games you would like to share for us to play on this day, please give me a call. We ask that each family bring a cake for the cake walk and items for the spinning wheel. District Two Youth Club will be having a silent auction. We are asking each youth club to bring an item of $10 or more value. Each family or anyone interested in supporting the youth by bringing an item will be appreciated. Your items and bids will be appreciated for our fall trip. The District Two Fall Youth Trip will be Saturday, October 15 at Urban Air in Round Rock. Details will follow soon; watch the Věstník. We look forward to seeing all of you and your beautiful Christmas ornaments on Sunday, August 28 in Holland. Join us for an afternoon of fun, prizes, and good food. See you in Holland! Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Youth Counselor —SPJST—
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The past few weeks have yet to sink in for me. Only a while ago, I was rushing to memorize and nervously practicing questions for State Royalty, and now I’m trying to figure out ways to keep my crown from falling off my head. I am so proud to be representing District Seven as the first State Queen we’ve had since 1986, and to be holding a title that I’ve been working hard to get for four years. Now, there is video evidence of me crying on Facebook, but I couldn’t be happier. Being able to make my Duchess Rileigh Kitchen proud of me was the best gift
I’ve received from this crown. I’m so excited to represent SPJST for the 2016 to 2017 year. To Colby, J. Beaux, and the King’s family, we’re going to all have a great time this year. I’m excited to grow close to you all this year. I’m a wild one so you’ll have to get used to me and my weird sense of humor. Thank you for this really amazing opportunity. I’m going to treasure every moment. Fraternally, Amanda Hoggard State Queen, 2016-2017 —SPJST—
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District Two hosts Youth Achievement Day
A wonderful and exciting day was held for our youth on Saturday, July 9, 2016. Thank you to all the youth members who participated in District Two Youth Achievement Day at Lodge 47, Seaton. Members, family, friends, and guests, you were a tremendous audience. Your attendance showed the love and support you have for our youth. Thank you to Lodge 47 for your kind hospitality and effort to make this a comfortable day for everyone. We appreciate the many ways you made this day run smoothly and enjoyable for all of us. Our youth prepared more than 250 crafts, individual talent, group talent, royalty, posters, and scrapbooks entries and three beseda circles for our enjoyment. It is great to see the talent and skills our youth have. I must say our youth are very dedicated as are their leaders and parents. I thank each of you for your time and dedicated involvement in the SPJST Youth Program. We are very proud and honored to have each of you in District Two. The program began with the presentation of flags by District Two Flag Bearers James Teague of Lodge 20, Granger and Tyson Bilbrey of Lodge 47, Seaton. District Two Fraternal Activities Coordinator and Lodge 47, Seaton member Ruth Hanusch sang the “Star Spangled Banner.” Thank you, Ruth, for sharing your beautiful voice. Introductions of special guests included SPJST President Brian Vanicek, SPJST Vice President Hiram Dixon, Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny and husband David Nauert, District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and wife Linda, State FAC Frank Horak and wife Connie, Districts One/Two/Three Fraternal Field Manager Philip McBee, District Three Director John Engelke and wife Diana, and Honorary SPJST Vice President Gene McBride and wife Frances. Lodge 47 Vice President Brandon Bartek gave a warm welcome to all attending. I was very pleased to introduce our three groups of District Two Beseda Dancers who entertained us with their dance. We have one group who are young beginners, and they did awesome in making their first public appearance. Thank you, Melanie
Regan, for your time in teaching and practicing with the dancers. A meal was served prior to the royalty competition which began at 12:15 p.m. I thank each of you for your patience and understanding with the
dilemma of not having enough food. Please know this was not a fault of Lodge 47. It was strictly a fault of the establishment who catered the meal by not bringing enough food. The corporate office apologized profusely for its
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mistake. The afternoon began with the judging of crafts and the introduction of the royalty court of four queens and three kings and their parents. Former youth member and 2012-2014 District Two
LEFT PHOTO: Thanks to 2015-2016 District Two/State King Brady Alexander (47), Duchess Makayla Newsom (48), Duke Seth Martinez (47), and Queen Kacie Vanecek (48). RIGHT PHOTO: District Two Royalty Court. Front, left to right, Kal-El Martinez (47), Tyson Bilbrey (47), District Two Duke Jackson Erskine (47), State Duchess Makayla Newsom (48), State Duke Seth Mar-
tinez (47), District Two Duchess Madison Roantes (47), Sarah Bosley (48), Tamryn Stock (47), and Kimora Davis (47). Back: Chase Alexander (47), Ryan Festa (47), District Two King Hunter Bartek (47), State Queen Kacie Vanecek (48), State King Brady Alexander (47), District Two Queen Zoe Talasek (47), Kayla Wuensche (48), Dannikka Bartek (47), and Kyndall Carroll (47).
Thanks, District Two Youth Leaders! Seated, left to right, Assistant DYC/YL Cristy Girod (29); Assistant DYC/AYL Amber Bartek (47); DYC Patsy Koslovsky (47); and State Youth Director Lynette Talasek. Back: YL Connie Horak (80); YL Becky Beckendorf (182); AYL Chelsea Bilbrey (47); YL Janet Filla (48); AYL Michelle Newsom (48); AYL Connie Voigt (29); AYL Sharla
Pechal (47); AYL Kim Campbell (24); and YL Emilie Tischler (20). RIGHT PHOTO: Congratulations to President’s Volunteer Service Award recipients. Front, left to right, Hailey Girod (29), Kal-El Martinez (47), and Seth Martinez (47). Back: Zoe Talasek (47), Dannikka Bartek (47), Hunter Bartek (47), James Bostick (47), and Brandon Girod (29).
LEFT PHOTO: First place dessert bars were auctioned with funds going to SPJST ENC. Youth winners with buyers are, left to right, Shelby Horak (80) and Frank Horak; Hailey Girod (29) and Jesse Pospisil; Brian Vanicek and
Nash Campbell (24); and Kingston Davis (47) and Edwin Pechal. RIGHT PHOTO: Visiting at State YAD are, left to right, Hailey Girod (29), Dannikka Bartek (47), guest Ally Carter, and District Six buddy Brittany Baker (30).
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First Runner-up Queen Alexis Festa introduced the contestants, dukes, duchesses, and parents. The audience was asked to stand and honor our reigning 2015-2016 SPJST State/District Two King Brady Alexander and Duke Seth Martinez, both of Lodge 47, Seaton, and SPJST State/District Two Queen Kacie Vanecek and Duchess Makayla Newsom, both of Lodge 48, Beyersville, as they made their way to the stage. King Brady and Queen Kacie emceed the Royalty competition. Four beautiful, young ladies - Dannikka Bartek (47), Kayla Wuensche (48), Kyndall Carroll (47), and Zoe Talasek (47) - along with our three handsome, young men - Chase Alexander (47), Hunter Bartek (47), and Ryan Festa (47) - took the stage to share with the audience and judges what “Seeking the Treasures of SPJST “meant to them. Each contestant presented themselves and gave their speeches so well. I congratulate each of you. You are each winners! The interview of the dukes and duchesses was absolutely precious. Duchesses Tamryn Stock (47), Sarah Bosley (48), Kimora Davis (47), and Madison Roantes (47), and Dukes Kal-El Martinez (47), Erskine Jackson, (47) and Tyson Bilbrey (47) definitely put smiles on all faces. You never know what little ones will share with the world! The highlight of the afternoon came with the results of the announcement of the 2016-2017 District Two Royalty—King Hunter Bartek, Queen Zoe Talasek, Duke Jackson Erskine, and Duchess Madison Roantes, all of Lodge 47, Seaton. Congratulations! We look forward to your representing SPJST District Two! First runners-up were Kayla Wuensche (48) and Ryan Festa (47). I am so very proud our 2015-2016 District Two/State Royalty Court— King Brady Alexander, Queen Kacie Vanecek, Duke Seth Martinez, and Duchess Makayla Newsom. Each of you have represented not only District Two but the entire state of Texas so well. You have all participated in so many functions far beyond what was expected of you. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart for making me so proud. I do hope that you, Brady and Kacie, will continue to be involved in your adult lodges when time allows. The best of luck to each of you. And, Seth and Makayla, I expect you to both follow the dreams Brady and Kacie had and become an SPJST
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club Assists the Hungry
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club collected beans and rice for the statewide food drive along with other canned goods. “We started our own food drive before the beans and rice and had voted to match $1 per item as well and send money, too,” Youth Club Vice President Keith Wockenfuss says. “The Star of Hope came and picked up all the food, and we sent $250 to the Houston Food Bank. Both places then were able to get some help from us. This was a good charity project because there are always people hungry and in need.”
State King and Queen in the future. I know you can both do it! Crafts, individual talent, group talent, beseda circles, merit point winners, scrapbook, and posters were all awesome. What talent you all have! All participants – whether you took home a ribbon or not, remember, in the book of District Two, you are all winners! I am so proud of each of you! You have made so many proud of you: your family, leaders, and friends. You deserve to give yourself a pat on your back. Thank you to the many of you who bid on the dessert bars. Proceeds of $496 will be donated to SPJST Education and Nature Center. A big thank you to everyone who made this day possible. You are an awesome group of young people. Cristy, Amber, and I thank you all! Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—
District Five invites all to outing this Sunday at Lodge 88, Houston
Dear District Five Members, On Sunday, August 28, 2016, we will have a social at Lodge 88, Houston. We will have a water slide for those who want to get wet and crafts for those who don’t. We also plan to make some blankets for St. Jude’s for the children in the hospital. Lunch will consist of hot dogs with the trimmings, chips, cookies, and watermelon. So bring your towels, sunscreen, goggles, friends, and be ready for some fun! The time is from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome. See you there! Fraternally, Michelle Wockenfuss Assistant District Five Youth Counselor —SPJST—
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Lodge 47, Seaton youth reports on SPJST summer of fun
Dear Vestnik, This summer has been very exciting. In June, we had Leaders-in-Training (LIT) camp where we got to meet many other LITs from all over the state. This lead up to what happened in July. In July, we had District Two Youth Achievement Day (YAD) which was very successful. We had many entries of craft, talent, and royalty. It was a lot of fun to compete in. Beseda even danced for everyone despite the minor technical difficulties. We also had SPJST Camp for Districts Two and Six. It was four days of fun for both districts. At the end of camp, Patsy and Lisa announced that we would arrive a day earlier next summer so that we could have more time to experience the “treasures” of camp and SPJST. I guess that means more time for dexterity checks, right? August isn’t over yet, but a lot has already happened. We just had State YAD, and it was fantastic! People from every district came to compete, myself included. Although I didn’t place, it was awesome getting to see friends that I only get to see once or twice a year. In other news for August, the Corpus Christi Get Away is about to happen. Many families have been waiting all year to go down to the beach. And who can forget about working with your lodge to help create a sand sculpture for the annual sand sculpture competition? I know tons of families are looking forward to that. It’s been a very eventful summer, and I can’t believe it’s almost over! Hopefully, the coming school year will be even better. Fraternally, Katelyn Erskine, Reporter —SPJST—
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Podpora Wednesday, August 24, 2016
BENEVOLENCE
ROČNÍK 104 CISLO 34
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Slovanská Podporující Jednota Státu Texas
Uředni orgán SPJST ★ Založené roku 1897
Učme se česky Let Us Study Czech
babička—grandmother česky—Czech (adv.) mluviti—to speak učiti se—to study píti—to drink kolik—How much? Lekce jedenáctá How many? něco—something Lesson 11 tak—so Read the following out loud. Get jísti—to eat
your parents, grandparents, relatives, or friends to help you with the pronunciation. Clip and save each lesson and compile into a notebook.
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3. The verb učiti se to study, is a reflexive verb. Whenever it is conjugated, it must be followed by the reflexive pronoun se in all persons of the verb. Example: Učím se - I study; učíš se - you study, etc.
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1. Memorize the expressions and the vocabulary. 2. Translate the reading exer1. The verb míti is used in cise into English. Czech to form idioms. It was conjugated in the first lesson. míti hlad—to be hungry To say one is hungry, the Learn to conjugate the followmíti žíveň—to be thirsty proper form of the verb míti ing verbs: míti rád nékoho—to like some- plus hlad is used. To say one bydliti—to live, dwell one is thirsty, use míti plus žízeň. míti rad něco—to like some- To say one likes someone, or chváliti—to praise thing something, míti plus rád is Kolik je hodin?—What time is used. However, if the speaker —SPJST— it? is feminine, ráda is used and for the plural, use rádi or rády.
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Čtení—Reading
Kolik je hodin? Mám už hlad. Proč nemáme co jíst? Protože matka není doma. Karel a Helena též mají hlad. Karel má rád maso a Helena má ráda sýr. Když oni mají žízeň, tak pijí mléko. Rádi se učíme česky. Babička mluví česky. Mám rád babičku.
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Slovníček—Vocabulary
hodina—hour proč—why protože—because mléko—milk sýr—cheese
Mluvnice—Grammar
2. Conjugation of the verbs of the second conjugation: that is, verbs that end in iti: Mluviti—to speak
BVCHS class to translate Vestnik contributor Jan Vaculik’s Czech article
Singular 1st person - mluvím—I speak 2nd person - mluvíš—you On Monday, August 29, the Brazos speak Valley Czech Heritage Society 3rd person - mluví—he, she, or (BVCHS) will be hosting its Czech lanit speaks guage class, and students will be transPlural 1st person - mluvíme—we speak 2nd person - mluvíte—you speak 3rd person - mluví—they speak
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lating the Czech article that Jan Vaculik, CEFT Czech Publicity Officer, recently submitted to the SPJST Vestnik. The BVCHS and the Czech language class would like to thank SPJST for donating additional copies to the class to use for our learning experience and to Jan Vaculik for his hard work! The summer Czech class meets normally at 7 p.m. at Cracker Barrel Restaurant, located at
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3110 Briarcrest Drive, Bryan, Texas 77802. And, this week, the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas (CEFT) is proud to share that the BVCHS will host Alice Lunakova during their Czech language class on Monday, August 22. Jan Benes, the instructor of the weekly Brazos Valley Czech Heritage Society Czech Language class, and the recipient of CEFT Hlavinka Fellowship Scholarship, received an invitation from one of the Czech language class students, Mike Jaska, who invited him to come and listen to Alice when she was sharing her thesis in La Grange, Texas, on August 13. Jan extended an invitation for Alice to come and share during the Czech language class, and she has accepted. The class will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, August 22 in the large Pow-Wow Room at C&J’s Bar-B-Que, located at 1010 South Texas Avenue, Bryan, Texas 77802. Alice Lunakova is traveling all throughout the United States, sharing her thesis: “The History of the Czech Immigration to Texas in the Nineteenth Century.” Alice was motivated to write her thesis during her two extended stays in Texas, one of which was the result of an exchange program with Masaryk University, which is in the city of Bruno in the Czech Republic. This will be an exciting evening, and all are welcome to attend! For more information or questions, contact lurbanovsky@gmail.com. You can also visit Alice Lunakova’s website at https://alicelunakova.me. Stay tuned for details on our upcoming fall Czech languages classes. A new semester is scheduled to start the second week in September! —SPJST—
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Fritz Hodde set to perform Sept. 4 at Granger parish bazaar
SS Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church will host its annual parish bazaar on Sunday, September 4, 2016, at SSCM Parish Hall, located at 500 West Davilla in Granger, Texas. Everyone is cordially invited to begin the day with 10 a.m. mass or stop by during the day to see the newly restored church. The day will include barbecue-togo at the pit at 7 a.m. Dine in/take out begins at 11 a.m. Barbecue, fried chicken, dressing, and trimmings will be served. Adult plates are $10, and children’s plates are $5. Drive-thru is open from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or until sold out. Take-out plates are available inside at the kitchen counter for $10. Sandwiches, chili dogs, and nachos are available from 2 to 10 p.m. Other activities include prize bingo, cake walk, toy booth, ring toss, and snow cones. A live auction starts at 1:30 p.m. Buddy Johnson is the auctioneer (TX License TXS-6520). The evening will feature a dance with music by Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six from 7 to 11 p.m. Dance tickets are $8. Fritz is a member of SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin. Save the date, and plan to spend the day in Granger on Sunday, September 4! Paula Marak Lodge 29, Taylor —SPJST—
TCGS hosts fall seminar Sept. 24 in Caldwell
Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS) is hosting its fall seminar “Rounding Up Czech Ancestors” on Saturday, September 24, 2016, at Caldwell Civic and Visitor Center, 103 Presidential Corridor (Highway 21), Caldwell, Texas, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The seminar is open to anyone interested in learning more about the history of Czech immigrants. The seminar will feature four speakers:
• Doug Kubicek, a 28-year Texas history instructor for Hallettsville ISD, will discuss the stubborn determination of the Texas Czech pioneers not to plow under their cotton crops when the Federal Price Support Programs were initiated in the 1930s (“Defiant Lavaca County Czech Cotton Farmers Became Wealthy Land Owners”).
• Paul Krugler, Leon and Mary Prause, members of the Austin Metal Detecting Club, will relay how metal detecting can help peek into history and follow up their presentation with a chance for the audience to do their own metal detecting searches during the lunch break (“Metal Detecting— A Means of Peeking into History”).
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.
Republic. For information, contact Susan Chandler at czechheritagemuseum@ gmail.com; or 817-919-9095.
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• Helmuth Schneider, who worked for 45 years exploring petroleum, will leverage those skills into helping those with Czech ancestry locate their ancestral homes and farms in the Czech Republic, using Stable Cadastral Maps and special Protocoll Documents he has obtained from the archives in Prague and Brno, as well as share
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; 979-968-9399; 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 254-8992935.
August 27 CCMH 22nd Annual Gala Benefit Fundraiser—at the Center, 4920 San Jacinto, Houston: A Festival of Arts and Flowers Garnets, Gold, Gracious. A night of fundraising with music, dinner, dance, auction, prize drawing, and bazaar. For information, call the Center 713-528-2060; email museum@czechcenter.org; or visit czechcenter.org. Submitted by Bill and Effie Rosene, Lodge 232, Houston Midtown.
August 29 Fall Semester Begins Learn Czech from Home!—Attend Czech language classes live, online via high-speed internet connection or in person on the Schulenburg Campus of Blinn College. Beginners - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m.; Intermediate - Wednesdays and Fridays, 7 to 9 p.m. Instructor is Thadious Polasek. Partial scholarship is available to all students. Call 979-743-5237 to register. Submitted by Thadious Polasek, Lodge 67, Schulenburg.
August 30 Lecture: “How Kolaches Came to Texas”— at The Keston Center for Religion, Politics and Society Guy B. Harrison Jr. Reading Room, Baylor University in Waco, 3:30 p.m.: Lecture features Baylor University Keston Scholar Alice Lunakova of Prague, Czech
September 2 to 4 Westfest—West Fair and Rodeo Grounds, 1110 South Main Street, West: Preview party starts Friday with the Miss Westfest Contest, food, music, and fun. Saturday: Westfest parade kicks off at 10 a.m. in Downtown West. SPJST State Royalty will be riding in Corvettes, and District Three is hosting both SPJST floats. After the parade, head over to West Fair and Rodeo Grounds for food, fun, music, refreshments, and arts/crafts. At the Amphitheater, SPJST State Royalty will be introduced, SPJST District Two Beseda Dancers will perform, and SPJST will have a booth - please stop by. SPJST and RVOS are proud sponsors of the Westfest Horseshoe Tournament: registration - 3 to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday; tournament starts at 5 p.m. Washer Tournament - held only on Saturday: registration starts at 2 p.m.; competition begins at 3 p.m. Except for the parade, all Westfest events take place at West Fair and Rodeo Grounds. For hours, admission, parking, scheduled bands, contests/registration, campground, and the latest information, visit www.westfest.com. September 9 Movie Night: “Žert” - “The Joke”—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 713528-2060; or via email: events@czechcenter.org.
September 9, 10 32nd Annual Kolache Festival—in Caldwell: Pre-festival party Friday evening. Main festivities on Saturday - food, music, kolache bake show, kolache eating contest, SPJST Lodge 9, Snook and Lodge 17, New Tabor Beseda dancers, plus many other attractions. For information, visit http://www.burlesoncountytx.com/kolachefestival.html.
September 11 Annual Marak Homecoming Picnic—at SS Cyril and Methodius Church, seven miles northwest of Cameron on FM Road 2269 (in Marak): mass - 10:15 a.m.; home fried chicken, sausage dinner - 11 a.m. till gone; games - 12 noon; Praha Bros. - 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.; auction inside the air-conditioned hall - 3:30 p.m.; refreshments all day.
September 24 Texas Czech Genealogical Society: Rounding up Czech Ancestors— at Caldwell Civic
and Visitor Center, 103 Presidential Corridor (Highway 21), Caldwell. Visit www.txczgs.org.
September 25 Victoria County Czech Heritage Festival— at Victoria Community Center, 2905 East North Street, Victoria. Event begins at 10 a.m.: music throughout the day/evening; exhibits; prize drawing; Czech Heritage Museum; arts/crafts; pastry wheel; live/silent auctions; Czech stew and sausage lunch, 11 a.m., $10 per plate; kolaches, homemade chicken noodle soup, sausage wraps. Free dance lessons, accordion lessons, and Tarok card game lessons. Admission $8 per person; under 15, free; under 35, free, if attending one of the lessons. For information, contact Donald Dusek 361-578-6730; email ddusek@suddenlink.net; or visit www.victoriaczechs.org. Event sponsored by Victoria County CHS.
September 25 Houston Slavic Heritage Festival—at Bayou City Event Center Pavilion, 9401 Knight Road, Houston, 12 noon to 6 p.m.: traditional ethnic food, dancing, music, singing, prizes, and local vendors. Visit the SPJST booth.
October 7 Movie Night: “Rok d’ábla” - “Year of the Devil”—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.
October 9 Austin CHA’s 22nd Annual Cesky Vecer— at Saengerrunde Hall, 1607 San Jacinto Boulevard, Austin, 5:30 to 11 p.m.: Dinner, entertainment, silent action, and Czech buffet dinner; music. For information and tickets, contact ACHA Treasurer Virginia Pargmann 512-863-3785; or email robparg@aol.com; Christa Robago at rogerior@sbcglobal.net; or Dotty Davis at ddavis201@austin.rr.com; or 512-6636592. Submitted by Dotty Davis
October 14, 15 Heritage Fest and Muziky—at TCHCC, 250 West Fairgrounds Road on US Highway 77, La Grange: October 14 - Octoberfest on the deck; music 6 to 9:30 p.m.; food served in Hanslik Hall; October 15 - music, activities all day; biergarten entertainment; tarocky; antique farm equipment show; car show; tours, demos; Muziky, Muziky; fireworks finale. For information, call 888-785-4500 or 979-968-9399; email info@czechtexas.org; or visit www.czechtexas.org. —SPJST—
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what he has discovered for your particular village of interest (“Do This Before Going to the Czech Republic”).
• T.J. Slansky, who has worked with the church archives in Opava, Moravia, since 1990, will share his extensive Excel indexes used to locate birth, marriage, house numbers, and death details from the random storage order of the archives; his techniques also work for the other Moravian and Bohemian archives (“Researching the Czech Archives on the Web”).
Czech gift items, along with TCGS-published research books (including the two newest books covering the Frydek-Mistek and Vsetin areas) will be available for sale. A silent auction will also be held, so please bring a desirable item or two for this fundraising endeavor. This year, a special event of the fall seminar will be the sale of Snook’s and Slovacek’s famous “Old Fashioned Red Wieners” (package of five links equals one pound for $4 per package), with pre-orders taken after August 15 by contacting Merlene Bravenec at bravema@sbcglobal.net or 254-778-7285. They may also be purchased at the door on September 24 as long as supplies last. Registration postmarked on/before September 10 is $35 for TCGS members, $40 for non-members, with those postmarked after September 10 being $40 for TCGS members and $45 for non-members. Registration at the door is $50 for both members and nonmembers. All registration fees include a catered lunch by Slovacek’s: barbecue brisket and sausage, baked beans, potato salad, kraut, pickles, onion, drinks, and dessert. For more seminar information and a registration form, visit www.txczgs.org or contact Gladys Valchar at gladeagle6972@verizon.net or 972-7902848. —SPJST—
Houston Slavic Heritage Festival set for Sept. 25
The 53rd Annual Sts. Cyril and Methodius Houston Slavic Heritage Festival is Sunday, September 25, 2016, from 12 noon to 6 p.m. at Bayou City Event Center Pavilion, located at 9401 Knight Road in Houston, Texas 77045. Please note this is a new venue for the festival. The day will include yummy Slavic food, live music, souvenirs, traditional dance performances, kolache eating contest, and a variety of local vendors. Admission is $5, and kids under age 12 are admitted free of charge. For more information, visit w w w. h o u s t o n s l a v i c h e r i t a g e festival.com and see the advertisement in an upcoming Vestnik. Submitted by, Jean Rayhill —SPJST—
Czech Grape Harvest Festivals Celebrate Autumn
In addition to world-famous beer, the Czech Republic also houses another gourmet treasure - delicious wine. Winemakers initiate the annual harvest at traditional autumn festivities. A picturesque country with vineyards, distinctive cellars with friendly service and typical Czech wine varieties, which include, for example, the intensely floral Cabernet Moravia, the ruby colored Lemberge, aromatic Pálava from Moravia or the Neronet with hints of black currant and cherry, cultivated in Bohemia. This is another face of the Czech Republic, which will enchant many a lover of wine. Winegrowing has a long tradition here, and reached its greatest expansion in the 17th century, when about 35,000 hectares of vineyards were planted. Today, you can taste wines mainly from Southern Moravia (the region of Znojmo, Velké Pavlovice, Mikulov or Slovácko), although the capital city of Prague, Litoměřice and Mělník also have their own production. The cele-
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bration of a rich grape harvest definitely needs to include young wine. Autumn in the Czech Republic is traditionally combined with the launch and celebration of the grape harvest, when the first grapes of the new harvest are pressed. Besides the tasting, the grape harvest festivals also include grand, historical parades, folk dances and craft workshops. The drink that must be present at any grape harvest festival is young wine. The fermenting grape must is produced as an intermediate in the production of wine, where the sugar and alcohol are roughly in balance. However, you can only drink it for a few days after the start of fermentation, and it is necessary to let air out of the bottle into which the young wine is poured throughout the day. In the Czech capital, you will be able to enjoy the grape harvest festivals directly in the interiors and gardens of Prague Castle. The tasting of Czech and Moravian wines will be pleasantly accompanied by dulcimer music and demonstrations of traditional crafts. The selection of Prague Castle is not random: it is precisely here, in fact, where one of the finest and oldest vineyards in Bohemia, whose origins date back to the 10th century, can be found.
Everyone is cordially invited!
Annual Homecoming
Picnic Sunday, Sept. 11
Marak, Texas
SS Cyril and Methodius Church 7 miles northwest of Cameron on FM 2269
Mass 10:15 a.m. • Dinner 11 a.m. Games 12 noon • Refreshments
Home-Fried Chicken and Sausage
Annual Parish Bazaar Sunday, September 4, 2016 SS Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church SSCM Parish Hall - 500 W. Davilla Granger, Texas Everyone is cordially invited to begin the day with 10 a.m. Mass or stop by during the day to see our newly-remodeled Church!
Barbecue-To-Go at pit at 7 a.m. Dine In/Take Out begins at 11 a.m.
Barbecue, Fried Chicken, Dressing, and Trimmings Adult’s Plate - $10 • Children’s Plate - $5 Drive-Thru - Open 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or until sold out Take-out plates available inside at kitchen counter - $10
Plates served with all the trimmings Meal Tickets - $10 each Drive-Thru Line for Plates-to-Go Serving begins at 11 a.m. Continuous serving while food lasts.
Prize Bingo, Cake Walk, Toy Booth, Ring Toss, Snow Cones
Auction 3:30 p.m. inside the air-conditioned hall Entertainment for the entire family!
Dance at Night 7 to 11 p.m. - $8 Music by Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six
Praha Brothers - 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Sandwiches, Chili Dogs, Nachos available 2 to 10 p.m. Live Auction Starting at 1:30 p.m. Buddy Johnson, Auctioneer TX License TXS-6520
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Purely Prague wine is also grown in parts of the Trója or Havlíčkový vineyards, where this year you will be able to experience the autumn grape harvest festival. The program includes dance and fencing performances, a historic market and concerts. Grape harvest festivals in Prague include: Trója Grape Harvest Festival – September 13
Texas Czech Genealogical Society Website: txczgs.org
Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs.”
For membership: Merlene Bravenec 254-778-7285
Grape Harvest Festival at Prague Castle – September 20 - 21 St. Wenceslas Grape Harvest Festival – September 27-28 Grébovka Grape Harvest Festival – September 27-28
Source: http://www.czechtourism.com/p/sc-czechgrape-harvest-estivals/
—SPJST—
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SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Annual Fundraiser
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Outdoor Extravaganza Saturday September 17, 2016 Seaton Star Hall
10842 State Highway 53 • Temple • 5 Miles East of Temple
Social Hour - 5 p.m. • Meal - 6:30 p.m. Live and Silent Auctions • Bucket Drawings Games • Top Prize Drawings Donation: $40 per person in advance $50 per person at the door
(Meal, beverages, and snacks provided.) Children of ticket holders can attend for $5 each.
~ Top Prizes ~
• 3-Person 1/2 Day Pheasant, 1/2 Day Quail Guided Combination Hunt in Santa Anna, Texas (guide and dog included)
• 4-Person Guided Bay Fishing Trip at Port O’Connor, Texas
(one night lodging, bait, tackle, filleting/packaging included)
• 2-Person Weekend Getaway to Fredericksburg, Texas (2-night stay at Kingwood Suites. Breakfast vouchers included)
• $400 Bass Pro Shop Gift Card • RTIC 65 Cooler
Tickets or More Info:
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Get your tickets today. Only 500 will be sold.
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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: vestnik@spjst.org. Advertising rates are $2 per column inch for lodge ads; $4 per column inch for nonprofit organization ads; and $6 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at 800-727-7578 or email vestnik@spjst.org. 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) Friday, September 2—Westfest Potato Peel Party, 3 p.m. Saturday, September 3—Westfest Saturday, September 4—Westfest Monday, September 5—Westfest clean up party Wednesday, September 7—RVOS No. 46 planning meeting Sunday, September 11—Lodge 6 meeting, 2 p.m. (Grandparents Day) Sunday, September 18—Social
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.
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:s 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) Sunday, September 11—Czechaholics, polka/waltz. 3 to 7 p.m. $8/person Sunday, September 18—The Lost Cause, country western 3 to 7 p.m. $8/person October 9—Jodie Mikula, 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 512-925-8156; Hall phone: 512-285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
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, October 15—The Moravians. Watch the Věstník for details.
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, August 27—Wedding Saturday, Sept. 3—Wedding Sunday, Sept. 4—Youth club meeting, 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8—Lodge meeting, 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17—15 party
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: 972-8758381; 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 • Old-fashioned hamburgers, Fridays 6 to 9 p.m.
Friday, August 26—Glen Collins, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, September 2—Sterling Country, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Sunday, September 4—SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club meeting, 1 p.m. Any youth entering kindergarten through high school senior is eligible to attend. For more information, contact Cristy Girod 512-468-1347. Wednesday, September 7—Live music: Taylor Made Band with guest musician Fritz Hodde, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday night dance, September 9—Second Hand Rose, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 14—Lodge 29, Taylor meeting, 6:30 p.m. Covered dish meal follows meeting. Friday, September 16—Night Skies, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 21—Live music: Taylor Made Band with guest musician Fritz Hodde, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, September 23—Barbecue cookoff dance Saturday, September 24—16th Annual SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Barbecue Cookoff. Judges are needed for all the meat categories. Friday, September 30—Second Hand Rose, 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, live music, 7 to 10 p.m.; Friday night 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.
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LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59 in Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Cathy Garcia 979-332-1614; Hall Phone: 979-648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 11:30 a.m. at the hall.
LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca.
LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Lodge Hall: 10842 State Highway 53, Temple. Directions: Seaton Star Hall is five miles east of Temple on Highway 53 (Adams Avenue). Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Michelle Porubsky 254-493-8020; Hall Phone: 254-985-2548. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each 1 p.m. at the hall. Visit month, 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, 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) Sunday, August 28—Lunch/meeting, 12 noon at Senior Citizens Building, 500 East Belknap, Seymour. Meat will be provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert. RSVP by August 22 to Alice Orsak 940-7336869.
LODGE 35, ELK (3) Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From IH-35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy. 84 East through Bellmead; go approx. 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy. 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Turn right onto Elk Road; go approx. 1 mile; road will dead end - turn right; go approx. 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Gene Pavelka 254-749-3326; Hall Phone: 254-863-9320. 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 Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 12 p.m. - unless otherwise noted. For meeting location, call Alice Orsak 940-889-2391.
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 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 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 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.
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LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Highway 36, Needville. Directions: Lodge building is located at the corner of Highway 36 and FM 361. Booking/Management: Seth Sacra 979793-7411; 713-588-0535; or email seth@needvilleinsurance.com. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Bradley Stavinoha 979-739-2386. LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Sunday, September 11—Czechfest
Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From IH-35 East in Dallas, take IH-20 East. From IH-20 East, take the IH-45 exit toward downtown Dallas. IH45 runs into Hwy 75. From Hwy 75, take a right at Bryan Street exit. From Bryan Street, turn right on Cantreal Street and go until you come to Floyd Street; take a right on Floyd Street. Hall is the second building on the right. Hall Rental Information: Contact Kelly Tucker 469-9517396. 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 972-948-4456.
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 254-9138568. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall.
LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Saturday, August 27—Private party Saturday, September 3—Moonglow Orchestra, big band. *Dress Code. $15 Saturday, September 10—Red Ravens, polka/variety. $10 Saturday, September 17—Third Coast Swing, big band. *Dress Code. $15 Friday, September 23—Good, Bad and Ugly, country/western. $15. Saturday, Saturday, 24—Private party
All dances are held from 8 to 11:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. For reservations, call 713-869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Beer, set-ups, soda, and ice sold at bar. Please do not bring from outside. *Dress Code dances: evening attire for ladies and gentlemen. Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Highway 290—Take Mangum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall Rental Information: Lodge Hall: 713-869-5767; or visit www.lodge88.org. Lodge Meetings: Third Monday, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Bingo: Every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7 p.m. Regular games start at 7:30 p.m. License No. 17407503501. LODGE 91, SAN JACINTO (5) Lodge Meetings: quarterly meetings—TBA in the Věstník. Contact Secretary Vonda Smesny 713-870-7114.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Sunday, September 4—No country/western dance Friday, September 9—Tanglefoot ballroom dance. 8 to 11 p.m. $10 members; $17 non-members Sunday, September 11—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Tuesday, September 13—Ladies Circle 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 13—Game night, 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 14—Sportsmans’ Club, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, September 17—Czech Heritage Day celebration at Lodge 92: See lodge letter section for information. Sister Lodges 6, Cottonwood; 25/135, Ennis; 35, Elk; 54, West; 66, Waco; 84/130, Dallas; Sokol/Lodge 154, Fort Worth; 180, Burleson; and Lodge 183, Arlington are especially invited.
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 817-624-1361. 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 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 214-9063385; 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 979922-1553.
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, September 11—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.; meal served at 1 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston annex building, 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights)
Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month - unless otherwise noted - at 2 p.m.; meal served at 1 p.m. Meetings are held at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights) in the annex building - unless otherwise noted. Youth Club Meetings: Same time/location as adult lodge meetings. For information call, Youth Leader Catherine Manchack 832443-0469; or contact Lodge 142, Houston President Keith Kieschnick 832-627-2842; or Secretary Alice Jochen 979-743-3613.
LODGE 148, EL MATON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at Frank Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month following the adult lodge meeting at Frank Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton.
LODGE 151, WHARTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Wharton Depot Museum, 100 South Sunset Street, Wharton.
LODGE 154, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-20 West exit. Stay on IH-20 West until you come to 820; stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Highway and Azle Street exit. Take Azle Street exit; go to the traffic light. Turn left at the traffic light. Go to the second traffic light, then turn right onto Boat Club Road. Go approx. 2 1/2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: 817-237-5181. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 155, AUSTIN (2) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of March, June, September, and December. Call Secretary Ginny Prasatik 512-472-1721 for meeting time/location.
LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of every other month, 1 p.m. Contact Secretary Cynthia Kristinek 806-7637245; 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 713-628-3007; 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) Note: Beginning in September, Board of Trustees meet at 5 p.m.; lodge meeting follows at 5:30 p.m.
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 5 p.m.; lodge meeting follows at 5:30 p.m. Bingo: Every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; kitchen is open. LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at Carmine Lions Club Building, 201 Centennial Street, Carmine.
LODGE 180, BURLESON (3) Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Check Věstník for times or call one of the following: 972268-0022 or 817-905-2097.
LODGE 181, CONROE (5) 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 - on 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.
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:
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Lodge building is just off Hwy. 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: 979-567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Social games: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002.
LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Hall Rental Information: 512-255-1554; 512-771-4948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 to 3 p.m. at the hall followed by entertainment and potluck meal.
LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at (unless otherwise noted) C and J Barbecue, 1010 South Texas Avenue in Bryan. LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Friday, August 19—Beach Party: Trick Shot Friday, September 16—You Might be a Redneck Hillbilly: 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: 281-373-9482. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, at 1 p.m. at the hall; covered dish meal will be served - unless otherwise noted. 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 806-535-8356. Youth Club Meetings: For location/time, contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams 806-990-3351.
LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m. Call Secretary Edna Rivas 915-727-2048 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.
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