Volume 104 Number 50
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December 28, 2016
By Nancy Kelly • Lodge 180, Burleson President/Reporter
Presidential Perks
You have no idea what kind of perks come with being president of SPJST Lodge 180, Burleson until you have had a chance to walk in my shoes. I have the pleasure of doing special things for other folks, and that surely gives a nice feeling. On the morning of Thursday, December 15, 2016, I had the honor and privilege to deliver cake, assorted doughnuts, and pigs-in-a-blanket to some excited Burleson Police Officers. I do not per-
Pictured with their boxes of cake, doughnuts, and pigs-in-a-blanket are Burleson Police Officer Travis Brown, left, Officer Tiffany Bauereisen, and Sergeant Roger Hall. The treats were delivered to Burleson PD by Lodge 180, Burleson President/Reporter Nancy Kelly.
sonally know the three police officers who accepted the goodies, but it was an honor to meet them. The police officers were so surprised and excited to receive the treats. They were anxious to enjoy them with their early morning coffee before the day started. Let us not forget what the Blue do for us on a daily basis. —SPJST—
Recapping a Great Year
Lodge 41, Port Lavaca officers and members sport their new SPJST caps as they revisit an exciting year in 2016. The lodge donated approximately two acres of vacant land to Six Mile Volunteer Fire Department. A community dedication ceremony was held in August. Six Mile VFD plans to build a fire station on the land. Pictued at their quarterly business meeting on November 8 are, left to right, Carolyn Rokyta, Vice President/FAC Larry Rokyta, Treasurer Norma Elder, President Franklin Jurek, Secretary Mary Sitka, and Dan Sitka.
Happy New Year!
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Lodge 84, Dallas members gathered on December 11 for their last annual Christmas party at the lodge hall, located at 2625 Floyd Street in Dallas. The hall and property are expected to be sold in 2017, and lodge members will then meet in a new location. See article and photos on page 12 and more information in the lodge letter on page 10.
Inside This Week’s Vestnik
The Spirit of Christmas.....................15 In Memoriam ......................................15 Youth Section ....................................18 Czech Culture ....................................20 Advertisements ............................20-21 Lodge Calendar .................................22
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Lodge 47 Seaton thanks Youth Leader Joyce Kraatz
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Lodge 92 Fort Worth hosts Children’s Christmas Party
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Happy New Year! Šťastný nový rok!
SPJST HERALD
SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 800-727-7578 • 254-773-1575 Fax: 254-774-7447 www.spjst.org VESTNIK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 • Mobile: 254-534-0807 VESTNIK Fax: 254-773-8087
email: vestnik@spjst.org
SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 Mobile: 254-534-2902 email: vanicek@spjst.com
VICE PRESIDENT HIRAM DIXON, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM Office: 254-773-1575 Mobile: 254-231-7722 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: farmbayer@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: 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 sharon_russell28@yahoo.com District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Road, Burlington, Texas 76519-3108 - 254-985-2396 patsyk2011@yahoo.com District Three - Kay Weeks, 4203 Treehaven Ct, Arlington, Texas 76016 • 817-896-5277 - kgweeks@att.net District Four - Pam Lehmann, PO Box 637, Tahoka, Texas 79373-0637 - 806-561-5105 - plehmann@poka.com District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023-6510 - 713-649-6138 district5dyc@aol.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El 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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he new year marks a new beginning. New people to meet, new adventures to enjoy, and new memories to create. Wishing you a happy and magical New Year. I hope it brings you lots of joy, peace, and love. All the best!
State Tournaments Begin Jan. 14 The first SPJST State Tournament for 2017 is Saturday, January 14 at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. The State Progressive 42 Domino Tournament begins with check-in from 8 to 8:45 a.m., and play begins at 9 a.m. Registration is only $10 per player and includes snacks and lunch. Plus, prizes will be awarded. The tournament is an individual format, and no partners are needed. Come on out for a great time! Register by Monday, January 9 by calling Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez at 254-773-2575, or sign up online at www.spjst.org. We hope to see you there! Please mark your calendar for these upcoming state tournaments: Saturday, February 4 State Tarok Tournament
Saturday, March 4 State Straight Domino Tournament Saturday, April 1 State 42 Domino Tournament
All tournaments will be held at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. Details and online registration are available at spjst.org. VESTNIK
We are proud to announce that SPJST Communication Assistant Jerry Pechal of Lodge 47, Seaton graduated on December 9 from University of Mary Hardin-Baylor with a Bachelor of Science degree in exercise science. Jerry has worked in the Vestnik/Communication Department since 2013, and he served as 2012-2013 SPJST State King. Congratulations, Jerry! Yay, Jerry!
A big thank you to each and every person who submits news and photos throughout the year. I appreciate you, and we certainly could not have a Vestnik without your contributions. Thank you kindly! Please stay tuned for: Still to Come
• Christmas scenes from Lodges 6, Cottonwood; 87, Temple; 151, Wharton; 169, Brenham; 200, BrucevilleEddy; 246, Morgan’s Point; and SPJST Home Office • Lodges participate in Christmas parades in Rogers and Wallis
• Lodge 88, Houston member participates in “International Voices” choir
• Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point member collects and donates hundreds of stuffed animals —SPJST—
Want to receive your Vestnik on Tuesday morning? Subscribe to receive the Vestnik by email. Visit www.spjst.org to sign up for an email subscription. 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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New Year’s Eve: Lodge 18, Elgin Jim Sims Trio (2) New Year’s Eve: Lodge 35, Elk Nolan Pick Band (3) New Year’s Eve: Lodge 47, Seaton Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5 (2) New Year’s Eve: Lodge 88, Houston Moonglow Orchestra (5) New Year’s Eve: Lodge 92, Fort Worth Tommy Alverson (3) New Year’s Eve: Lodge 191, Lufkin Glenn Lenderman and Friends (5) SPJST Home Office Closed • New Year’s Holiday State Progressive 42 Domino Tournament SPJST Home Office, Temple (2) SPJST Publication Committee Meeting Home Office, Temple (2) Lodge 88, Houston hosts Mollie B (5) SPJST Supreme Lodge Meeting Home Office, Temple (2)
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Foundation donors to be recognized at banquet
We sincerely thank the many SPJST lodges, sponsors, corporations, and individual members that have generously contributed to the SPJST Foundation during 2016. Your contributions directly benefit the vision of the SPJST Foundation, an IRS 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization. The SPJST Foundation vision is to assist projects which seek to keep alive the cherished traditions, customs, heritage, and language of SPJST’s forefathers. The SPJST Foundation encourages and supports strong family values, pride in our community, and good stewardship. The SPJST Foundation supports the growth and development of the Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center in Temple and the SPJST Education and Nature Center in Fayette County. The Czech Heritage Museum exhibits range from 16th century family heirlooms to frontier Texana to contemporary European art. During 2016, your donations helped to provide an excellent museum experience for the 1,200 visitors and the careful preservation of their valuable artifacts. In addition, the SPJST Education and Nature Center goal is to substantially increase the usage of the property on a year around basis and to provide additional programs for children, youth, and adults
to connect with the environment and nature through camp and education experiences. Their desire is to become the premier camp destination for our SPJST members and the surrounding communities and organizations. In the spring of 2017, The SPJST Foundation will publish the names of all 2016 SPJST Foundation donors in the weekly Vestnik publication, and invite those individual donors and lodge representatives to the annual SPJST Foundation Donor Recognition Banquet. The first banquet is scheduled for Saturday, July 8, 2017, at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. If you or your lodge have not already contributed this year to the SPJST Foundation, but would like to do so, please mail your SPJST Foundation contribution check by December 31, 2016, to: The SPJST Foundation c/o James Lee, III Director of Development PO Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503
Please contact me at 800-727-7578 or email JamesL@spjst.com should you have any questions. Fraternally, James Lee, III, CPA Director of Development SPJST Foundation —SPJST—
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Member: SPJST calendar is special; will be missed
Ms. Zavodny: I really did enjoy your editor’s column passed on from Carol Laycock about “there is no Santa.” That is so true . . . Christmas is about giving, not receiving. Thank you for “giving us” SPJST members your editorial talents in each issue of the Vestnik! I also saw that the SPJST calendar was not budgeted for the coming year. How sad! I consider it one of my “fringe benefits” of my SPJST membership. I have used it every year since I first became a member in 1980. When I received my first calendar in 1981, it earned a special place hanging on the inside door of my kitchen cabinet within easy reach. Why? It is easy to find so I can write down doctor/dental appointments, meetings, birthdays, anniversaries, upcoming weddings/ showers—all those important dates in my life. Also it has such good recipes, and each year, I immediately look at them when I receive it marking the ones I definitely want to try, and usually making most of them! It is a new annual cookbook for me! I go back to calendars from years ago to prepare special cakes, cookies, and pies from those calendars. I am now retired from teaching high school social studies, but it was a teaching tool for me with the flag etiquette section in it. I referred to it on numerous occasions and still do for the flag display dates. I have kept many copies of previous
calendars since when my children were small. It was also handy to write down special happenings in their lives, like first steps, first tooth pulled, etc. The calendar was always handy in my cabinet, and I could write that event on it and get the baby book out later to transfer the information. So you see, that SPJST calendar was and is special to me and will be missed by me tremendously. It has been a part of my life history, and I would like for it to continue to be. I’d even be willing to pay a “price” for it, if it can’t be offered for free any longer. I give away many of the calendars I receive in the mail, but never, never my SPJST calendar! It also reminds me of my Czech roots, and I dearly treasure those roots. I looked forward to receiving my 2017 calendar, and hopefully in the years ahead. On another note, I’d like to suggest that in the “Let Us Study Czech” section of the Vestnik (which I enjoy, try to complete, and save), there could be an added section with the English translation to the Czech written sentences and verses. I try to translate them, but never know if I am correct or incorrect . . . I guess the teacher in me wants to grade myself. Just a suggestion. . . Thanks for all the work you do on a daily basis to keep the Vestnik coming to SPJST members. I look forward to each edition. May you, your family, and all who work in the SPJST Home Office enjoy a blessed Christmas season and New Year! God bless you! Shirley Drexler Moczygemba Lodge 32, Victoria —SPJST—
SPJST INTEREST RATES . . . 11/01/2016 - 01/31/2017 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
Universal Life Universal Life 3 (plans 1203-1222 with a guaranteed rate of 2.50%) Credited Rate: 3.00%
Whole Life/ Universal Life 3 (plans 1223-1232 with a guaranteed rate of 2.50%) Credited Rate: 3.50%
Annuities Annuity 5 (plans 8032-8039 with a 1.50% guaranteed rate) Credited Rate: 3.00%
Annuity New 5 Year (plans 8040-8041 with a 1.50% guaranteed rate) Credited Rate: 3.00%
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SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Donors’ List 20 2 Bohac, Gilbert L. S PJST members and friends are enand Bridget C. couraged to support the 2016-2017 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. In sending your donation, please be sure to include donor’s name(s) for that proper acknowledgement may be published in the Vestnik. Donations are tax- deductible, and 100 percent of the amount that you contribute is used for scholarships to SPJST members. Mail your contribution to: SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503
Guidelines for Giving 1. Donations made by lodges out of lodge funds will be listed as a lodge donation. 2. Collected donations from a lodge meeting will be listed individually by member’s last name in alphabetical order. Individuals submitting a donation will also be listed by member’s last name alphabetically. 3. Gifts of $50 or more will be printed in bold. 4. Families or groups, which desire names, listed under a particular last name or group name should indicate this on the donation form or letter, otherwise, the names will be listed as individual donations by last name in alphabetical order. 5. 100 Pennies donations made as a memorial will be listed under memorial donations in a separate listing.
Note: Please print donor’s name(s) clearly.
There have been 101 donations made to the 2016-2017 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. Donations to date are $5,056.24. SPJST Memorial donations to date are $5,625. Thank you for your generous donations to the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund. Because of your generosity, many young SPJST members will be able to attend or continue with college. The 2016-2017 SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive goal is $20,000.
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SPJST Lodge 182 Falls County Stavinoha, Evan Stavinoha, Maxx Strmiska, Josie Thomas, Randy Voigt, Wayne and Connie Whatley, Kaitlyn Williams, Darrell and Gay Wood, Morgann, Tanner, Hunter, and Cotton —SPJST—
SPJST Lodge Section The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to: Questions? Call 800-727-7578
Lodge 4, Hallettsville to meet quarterly
Dear Members, Our lodge will hold its next meeting on Sunday, February 12, 2017. It was voted at our November meeting to go to quarterly meetings so there will be no January meeting. The February 12 meeting will be in the Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce meeting room at 3 p.m. There will be door prizes, lunch, and games. We hope to see you there! Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—
SPJST Vestnik Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087
Email: vestnik@spjst.org
Lodge 6, Cottonwood hosts meal, program
President Milton Peterson called the meeting to order on Sunday, December 4, 2016, at 2:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance and SPJST motto were led by Dakota Holder. Sister Georgia Soukup reported 25 members and one guest present. Brother Ray Perez and Sister Peggy Dobecka were absent for the meeting. Sister Barbara Hykel read the minutes from the last meeting. She also gave the treasurer’s report and the youth club report. The youth made goodie bags for the rest home and have a raffle today.
SPJST Gives • Director’s Discretionary Funds • SPJST Gives
SPJST supports Ronald McDonald House
District Two Director Jesse Pospisil, right, presents a donation from his discretionary fund to Lodge 24, Cyclone President Daniel Wilde for the Ronald McDonald House of Temple.
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The money made at the raffle will be donated to Toys for Tots. Sister Barbara Hykel read several thank you notes. Sister Evelyn Stuckly gave her FAC report. Brother Jerry Kucera had no new members. Brother Don Urbanovsky gave the bookings for the hall. Sister Dorothy Kucera was named fraternalist of the year. We will have a trustee meeting on Friday, January 20, 2017, with a meal at 6 p.m. followed by the meeting at 7:30 p.m. Progressive door prize winner for $10 was Don Urbanovsky. The one for $5 was absent. December birthdays were Pam Urbanovsky and Bobby Hykel. Attendance door prize winners were Don Urbanovsky, Jerry Kucera, and Courtney McGuire. After a meal of turkey and ham and all the trimmings, the youth presented a program, and Santa came and gave fruit bags to everyone. Next Meeting—January 8 The next meeting will be Sunday, January 8 at 2 p.m. Happy New Year to everyone. Dorothy Kucera, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 29, Taylor members adopt S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living residents
Lodge 9, Snook welcomes new members
The Wednesday, December 7, 2016, meeting of SPJST Lodge 9, Snook was called to order by President Donnie Hejl at 6 p.m. Loree Lewis led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed for Ella Jakubik and Maurice Young. Roll of officers was called, and the sign-in sheet was handed around. Minutes from the November meeting were read and approved. Hall manager, treasurer, and FAC reports were presented. The youth club will present a Christmas program on December 11. They
O O O Presenting 2017 Officers O O O SPJST Lodge 38, Kovar
The 2017 officers of Lodge 38, Kovar are, front, left to right, First Vice President Edwin Zimmerhanzel and Second Vice President Johnnie Janak. BACK: Treasurer Donna Zimmerhanzel, Reporter/FAC Jean Lastovica, Secretary Dana Bunte, and President Fred Hellinger.
This tree at the new S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Center in Taylor was filled with cards of residents’ needs for Christmas. As you can see, the tree is now bare . . . all residents have been adopted . . . twice! “The new senior living center is beautiful and has really made a great impression on the Taylor community.” Lodge 29, Taylor member Lyn Rieger says. “Everyone loves the facility and has really participated to make sure the residents have a good Christmas.” The gifts under the tree are from Lodge 29, Taylor and members Jesse and Linda Pospisil and Ronnie and Lyn Rieger.
had a great attendance at the movie outing then went to the nursing home. The district outing will be December 30. We have five new members— Charlee, McKenzie and Kimber Sebesta, Paizley Gaas, and Terri McCormick. Marie Shelfer made a motion to accept the new members, and Loree Lewis seconded. All were in favor, and the motion passed. Welcome, new members! Under old business, the “No Carry” and “No Smoking” signs have been put up at the hall. Under new business, motions were passed to send $50 to Burleson County Child Welfare Board and $125 for spon-
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sorship to Little Dribblers. Donnie Hejl presented Bonnie Walker with a plaque for her years of service as vice president. The meeting adjourned at 6:48 p.m. Next Meeting—January 4, 2017 The next meeting is Wednesday, January 4 at 7 p.m. Fraternally, Marie Shelfer Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 13, Dime Box elects 2017 officers
The 2017 officers of Lodge 13, Dime Box were elected recently. They are: President Ricky Ford Vice President Floyd Kostelka Secretary LaDonna Jatzlau Treasurer Debbie Kostelka
Congratulations to these officers, and we wish them the best in their positions. Fraternally, Floyd Kostelka Vice President —SPJST—
O O O Presenting 2017 Officers O O O SPJST Lodge 80, Holland
Lodge 80, Holland installed its officers for the new year at the Christmas party. Officers are, second from left, Vice President Joe Liles, President Rita Spinn-Janke, Secretary Linda Hill, Youth Leader Connie Horak, and Treasurer Frank Pajestka, Jr. The officers are pictured with Supreme Lodge Vice President Hiram Dixon, far left, and District Two Director Jesse Pospisil, far right.
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Lodge 17, New Tabor honors deceased members
On Sunday, December 4, 2016, Lodge 17, New Tabor held its annual memorial service and Christmas social with more than 75 members and guests attending. The evening began with a wonderful Christmas meal of turkey and dressing, sausage, sweet potatoes, green beans, and corn prepared by members of the lodge and a variety of desserts provided by the youth club members. We then honored our deceased members with a candlelighting service led by Reverend Joseph Polasek. The deceased members that were honored were: Frank Surovik, Karen Watson, John P. Watson, Olga Provasek, Rosalie Rek, Evelyn Henry, Albert Joe Surovik, Sr., Antonie Schulz, Selma Peters, Gladys Penicka , Mary Ann Andrews, and Dennis Daniel Vavra. The memorial service was followed by a youth program filled with Christmas carols. A special thank you to Britt Lloyd for accompanying the youth on Sunday December 4, 2016
the guitar. The evening was topped off by a visit from Santa, and gift cards were given to all the youth present. We would like to thank Betty Suehs and Susan Skrabanek for preparing the turkey and dressing; Donna Jones, Lillian Beasley, and Randy and Linda Gaas for preparing the sides; and all the youth club members for bringing desserts. We would also like to thank District One Director, Donnie Victorick and his wife Janice for attending. After the memorial service, we held our December monthly meeting. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by President Randy Gaas. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. The minutes of the November meeting were read and approved. The treasurer’s report was given followed by the youth club and FAC reports. The concession report was given. The audit committee reported that all books were in good standing following the November audit. Under old business, a motion was made and seconded to apply for another $10,000 interest-free loan to continue much needed hall repairs. There was no new business. Director Victorick installed the 2017 officers.
Our next meeting will be held on the second Sunday, January 8, 2017, at 2 p.m. since New Year’s Day falls on our scheduled meeting date. Fraternally yours, Kyle Skrabaenk, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 24, Cyclone members enjoy Christmas party
Lodge 24, Cyclone had its Christmas party at Dynasty Restaurant on Monday, December 12, 2016, A total of 35 members called in to register. The meal was from the buffet line. The writer was near founder as the food was good. Brenda and Mark Maddux wrapped presents for all the adults. The act of kindness by them was appreciated and was a pleasant surprise. Special guests were District Two Director Jesse and Mrs. Pospisil and our member and SPJST President Brian and Joan Vanicek.
Lodge 29, Taylor Christmas Party
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Director Pospisil donated a $200 check for Ronald McDonald House. The lodge will match this with a $100 donation. We are in his debt for the donation. After the meeting, the board elected officers with President Brian Vanicek opening the floor for nominations Bobby Hoelscher was named president, and Jason Hoelscher was elected secretary. Other board members are Eugene Haisler and Daniel Wilde. The board is necessary as you cannot have a lodge and be a 501(c) without a board of directors. Bobby and Alice celebrating 56 years of marriage, and Wilbert and Margaret Mikeska are celebrating 54 years of marriage.
Next Meeting—January 9, 2017 We hope to see you at our next meeting on the second Monday of January, which is the 9th. We wish you the greetings of the season. For the lodge, Bobby Hoelscher, Reporter —SPJST—
Submitted by Linda Pospisil Secretary/Reporter
Wednesday, December 28, 2016
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Lodge 25, Ennis promotes Czech lessons
Dear Readers, Our monthly social and meeting was held Thursday, December 8, 2016. Pat Fowler brought a veggie tray to go with the meal. Betty Macalik prepared baked ham, broccoli rice casserole, and strawberry spinach salad with eggnog pie and banana pudding for dessert. As usual, the meal was delicious! President Tony Vitovsky led us in prayer before the meal. He then called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was lead by Margaret Krajca. A moment of silence was observed in memory of Shirley Marusak who passed away in November. On the sick list was David Hunter. Minutes from the November meeting were read by Pat and accepted after a few minor corrections. The treasurer’s financial reports were given by Betty. This report included the Thanksgiving apple strudel fundraiser which was a huge success. Betty reported that we sold 218 strudels. Ray Elleven gave a detailed inventory and expense report for the bar. Thank you, Ray, for your hard work! In Rita’s absence, the youth report was given by Betty. She reported that the youth went Christmas caroling at the nursing home and presented handmade cards to the residents. Kay Lynn Kovar reported on upcoming fraternal activities and reminded us to turn in our volunteer hours. Under old business, there were bids submitted and more discussion on re-
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Lodge 49, Rowena Members Celebrate Christmas
Lodge 49, Rowena members gathered at the SPJST hall in Rowena on Sunday, December 4, 2016. Everyone enjoyed visiting and playing games before eating a roast beef meal that was delicious. All members
modeling the restrooms. It was decided that we will get more bids before moving forward with this project.
Czech Lessons Coming to Ennis Under new business, it was announced that the Czech School of Dallas is considering coming to Ennis one evening per week to teach Czech language lessons. The goal is to start classes in January. We need feedback on which day of the week is best. If you are interested in taking lessons, please let me know. Members celebrating birthdays this
were asked to bring a box of Kleenex to the Christmas party. The Kleenex boxes were then donated to the local nursing homes. —Submitted by Becky Wood, Secretary/Reporter
month are Pat, Laure, Jerrod, Cathy, Jim, Jacob, Dillion, Jake, Gail, Shelia, Sandra, Erica, and Billy. We sang “Happy Birthday.” President Vitovsky wants to wish everyone Veselé Vánoce a very Merry Christmas from Lodge 25. The meeting adjourned with 21 members and three guests present. Fraternally, Margaret Krajca, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard gives to organizations
Members of Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard met for the regular monthly meeting on Sunday, December 11, 2016, in Wharton County Library meeting room at 12 noon. All officers were present. President Glenn Kaminsky called the meeting to order. Members said the Pledge of Alle-
O O O Presenting 2017 Officers and Trustees O SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton O O O
The 2017 officers of Lodge 47, Seaton are, front, left to right, Youth Leader Amber Bartek, Treasurer Becky Zavodny, and Secretary/Reporter Patsy Koslovsky. Back: Vice President Brandon Bartek, Parliamentarian James Skrabanek, President Edwin Pechal, and Fraternal Activities Coordinator E.J. Pechal. RIGHT PHOTO: The 2017 trustees
of Lodge 47, Seaton are, front, left to right, Sharla Pechal, Patsy Koslovsky, Joyce Kraatz, and Michelle Porubsky. Back: James Skrabanek, Edwin Vasicek, and Danny Stepan. The officers and trustees were installed by District Two Director Jesse Pospisil, who is pictured in the back, far right, in both photos.
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giance. A moment of silent prayer was observed for deceased members and family. Good health was also wished to those on our sick list. Glenn said grace. The meeting was then recessed for the Christmas meal. Thanks to all for good food of turkey and dressing with all trimmings. Everyone enjoyed the social; it brightened the season. When the meeting resumed, Helen Kelner read the minutes of the October and November 2016 meetings. The minutes were approved. Next, Glenn called for the treasurer’s report. Anton Kelner gave the treasurer’s report for October and November meetings. Glenn Kaminsky will check on the transfer of bank funds. Jeanette Kaminsky made a motion to do so - leaving off the address on the checks if we move the account. Motion was seconded and passed. After discussion, all agreed to check on doing away with the post office box and have correspondence sent to officer’s mailing address as needed as soon as mail has come in. Next, members voted on officer compensation for 2017. A motion was made by Jeanette Kaminsky to remain the same as 2016, seconded by Barbara Tichacek. Motion passed. Vice President Jeanette Kaminsky called for nominations of president. Helen Kelner nominated Glenn Kaminsky. With no other nominations, Helen made a motion, seconded by Linda Bratina that Glenn be voted in by acclamation. All Sunday, December 4, 2016
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Lodge 54, West Members Participate in St. Mary’s School
For more than 10 years, Janice Kaluza has played the angel, and Marvin Cepak has played St. Nick for the children of St. Mary’s School in West. In the left photo are St. Mary’s fourth graders. Standing in front of Janice is her granddaughter Riley Kaluza. St. Mary’s
agreed. Officer nominations for vice president, FAC, secretary, treasurer, and reporter were asked for by Glenn. Jeanette Kaminsky made a motion to approve that the 2017 officers remain the same as the 2016 officers. With no other nominations, all were elected for 2017 by acclamation, seconded by all members. Motion passed. Officers are: President Glenn Kaminsky Vice President Jeanette Kaminsky FAC/Reporter Helen Kelner Treasurer Anton ‘AJ’ Kelner
Glenn then called for 2016 donations. After a discussion, Jeanette Kaminsky
School sixth graders are in the right photo. Janice’s granddaughter Kera Kaluza is pictured in front of her. Janice, Marvin, Riley, and Kera are all members of Lodge 54, West. Pastor of St. Mary’s Church of The Assumption Father Paul Hudson is also pictured, far right.
made a motion to approve the following recipients for donations - S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 2; S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home No. 3; Czech Heritage Museum in Temple; Wharton County Children’s Protective Services; and East Bernard Boy Scouts. The motion was seconded by Barbara Tichacek, and it passed. Helen reported on correspondence and asked members for their volunteer hours. Linda Bratina was congratulated on her sales. Linda and Glenn discussed upcoming sales classes. Secretary Helen Kelner was selected as fraternalist of the year. The lodge thanks Glenn and Jeanette Kaminsky for preparing turkey, dressing
Lodge 54, Christmas Party
and trimmings, and dessert; Helen and Tony Kelner for vegetables, dessert, and drinks; Linda Bratina for sweet potatoes; and Barbara for all her help in making the meal so good. Door prizes were won by Tony Kelner, Linda Bratina, Barbara Tichacek, Jeanette and Glenn Kaminsky, and Helen Kelner.
Next Meeting—January 8, 2017 The next meeting will be Sunday, January 8 at 12 noon in Wharton County Library meeting room in East Bernard. Fraternally, Helen Kelner Secretary/Reporter —SPJST— Tours Hall • West, Texas
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Lodge 47, Seaton New Year’s Eve: Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5
Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5 for its New Year’s Eve Dance on Saturday, December 31, 2016, at Seaton Star Hall. The hall opens at 6 p.m., and the dance is from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The band will play mixed music for everyone. Star Hall is located at 10842 State Highway 53, which is six miles east of Temple. The kitchen will be open, and cornbread and black-eyed peas will be served at midnight. BYOB; set-ups will be available. Everyone is invited to ring in the New Year at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton! Admission is $10 per person. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton meets Sunday, January 8
Wednesday, December 28, 2016
SPJST Gives • Director’s Discretionary Funds • SPJST Gives
Lodge 47, Seaton will meet Sunday, January 8, 2017, at 2 p.m. The meeting date change is due to the New Year’s holiday. The youth club will meet at 1 p.m.
Thanks, Joyce! We want to extend a big thank you to Joyce Kraatz for being our youth leader for the past three years. We greatly appreciate all her hard work, time, and dedication to the youth club. Joyce, you will be greatly missed. We wish you all a Happy New Year! Fraternally, Amber Bartek,Youth Leader Sharla Pechal Chelsea Bilbrey Assistant Youth Leaders —SPJST—
Lodge 80, Holland Celebrates Christmas
SPJST Lodge 80, Holland had its Christmas party and meeting on Saturday, December 3, 2016. The party was a breakfast party. It was a hit with the attendees and will probably become a new tradition for Lodge 80. A very special visitor, all the way from the North Pole, was greeted with song and cheers. It was also great to have other special guests with us - District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and his lovely wife Linda and Supreme Lodge Vice President Hiram Dixon. All of our attendees enjoyed a delicious breakfast of eggs, sausage, bacon, biscuits, gravy, waffles, fruit, and kolaches with
LEFT PHOTO: Some very good children anxiously await Santa’s visit. RIGHT PHOTO: Molly Zajicek had a great visit with Santa. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Good food and good times! BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Rita Spinn-Janke holds Kenna Martinka as Kenna’s proud
all of the sides, coffee, and milk. The lodge held a brief business meeting in which our officers for next year were installed by District Two Director Jesse Pospisil. Our extra special visitor from the North Pole spread much Christmas cheer especially among some very sweet children. Santa was very pleased to see such good children! They were happy to visit with Santa and receive candy canes full of Skittles! Yum! We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! —Submitted by Risa Pajestka
dad Ben Martinka pauses before getting in line. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Wonderful kitchen helpers! Joe Liles, Paula Weir, Frank Pajestka, Jr. and Connie Horak. Not pictured but also much help were Curtis, Jewel, and Carol Wolf.
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SPJST supports Holland Volunteer Fire Department
District Two Director Jesse Pospisil, right, presents a donation from his discretionary fund to Holland Volunteer Fire Department Fire Chief Coleman Benner. —Submitted by Risa Pajestka
Lodge 51, Ellinger hosts Christmas party
Lodge 51, Ellinger members gathered Friday, December 2, 2016, at Ellinger Fire Station at 6 p.m. for the Christmas party and meeting. Twentysix members were in attendance which was a big crowd. Dignitaries were District One Director Donnie Victorick and wife Janice and State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Frank Horak. President Calvin Hlinsky opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silence for deceased members, military, and those who were ill and could not make the meeting. Secretary Jo Ann Divin presented her report which was approved. We discussed next year’s picnic and whether we will have one or not. The current officers were elected by acclamation. A meal of turkey, ham, and dressing with trimmings was served. Members brought side dishes and desserts. Door prizes were awarded. Everyone enjoyed the meeting/party.
Next Meeting—March 17, 2017 The next meeting will be Friday, March 17, 2017. Fraternally, Burdine Divin, FAC —SPJST—
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Wednesday, December 28, 2016
Lodge 81, Needville welcomes new member
The December 2016 meeting of SPJST Lodge 81, Needville was held on Sunday, the 18th. At 12 noon, after a prayer of thanks, everyone enjoyed a delicious honey-baked ham, side dishes, and desserts provided by members. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Darlene Blinka and her kitchen committee for getting everything ready. President Vincent Newman called the business meeting to order at 1 p.m. Vincent Newman led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. We had a moment of silence for Brooks Stavinoha and Marvin Burns. We extend our sympathy to their families and friends. All officers answered the roll except Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha. Added to our sick list was Winnie Susan. We wish you a speedy recovery. Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall read her report, and it was approved as read. Special Funds Chairman Seth Sacra read Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha’s report, and it was approved as read. Seth Sacra read his special funds report, and it was approved as read. Under old business, Jeanette Newman announced that she delivered the case of peaches to the S.P.J.S.T. Nursing Home in Needville. They were greatly appreciated. Also under old business,
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Lodge 81, Needville Members Celebrate Christmas
Lodge 81, Needville members gathered on Sunday, December 18, 2016, for the December meeting and Christmas meal. Members are pictured with their door prizes. —Submitted by Jeanette Newman, Secretary/Reporter
Jeanette Newman reported that she made a new list of the officers and had several copies for members to take. Under new business, we voted in new member Amber McDonald. We extend an invitation to Amber to join us for the next meeting in January. Jeanette Newman also announced that she will put information about the scholarship from our lodge in the paper soon. Since this was our Christmas meeting, everyone won a door prize. The guessing game was won by Glenn McDonald. Congratulations!
Next Meeting—January 15, 2017 For our next meeting on January 15, 2017, it was decided to have fried chicken. Members, please bring a side dish and a dessert. See you at the next meeting! Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 81, Needville gives peaches to local S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living
Lodge 81, Needville Vice President Jeanette Newman, left, presents a case of canned peaches to Margaret Charanza of S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Center in Needville.
Lodge 84, Dallas reports on December meeting
Dear Readers, The members of Lodge 84, Dallas met for their December meeting on Monday, the 19th. The meeting was brought to order by President Justin Yeager at 6:30 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Sister Anne Cowan in the absence of
Flag Bearer Lynda Novak. A moment of silence was then held for departed members Gloria Kalich, Gilbert Kalich, Kenneth Scott, and Raymond Prachyl. Minutes were then read by Secretary Cherri Petr; they were approved by all present. Additionally, it was noted that the standing slate of officers have agreed to return for the 2017 year. They were installed by District Three Director John Engelke at the Christmas party held December 11. Congratulations also are again extended to our fraternalist of the year Jim Liska! Sunshine Lady JoAnn Manak reported that sympathy cards were sent to the family of Gilbert Kalich on the loss of their father and their sister Gloria Kalich; to the Raymond Prachyl family on the loss of their father; and to the family of Kenneth Scott on the loss of their brother. May your loved ones rest in peace. FAC Vicki Sims announced the final call for the submission of volunteer hours which are due in January. House committee said everything was par for the course. Thank you to Randy Petr and Darrin Tucker for continuing yard maintenance. Assistance Youth Leader Vicki Sims reported the youth held their monthly meeting on December 11. The youth completed their Vestnik projects and conducted a Czech heritage project. Also in attendance were Jadie and Jentry Jones, Olivia Andreason, and Davis Andreason. Each of these young members are the grandchildren of President Justine Yeager.
O O O Presenting 2017 Officers O O O SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas
The 2017 officers of Lodge 84, Dallas are, left to right, President Justine Yeager, Vice President/FAC Vicki Sims, Secretary Cherri Petr, Treasurer Jim Liska, and Youth Leader Lynda Novak. Not pictured is Reporter Anne Cowan. The officers were installed by District Three Director John Engelke, far right.
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There is nothing new to report on the relocation of the lodge at this time. Be sure to watch for my letters in each Vestnik as I will be sure to let you know!
SPJST Gives • Director’s Discretionary Funds • SPJST Gives
SPJST supports Central Texas Patriot Guard
Next Meeting—January 15, 2017 The next meeting will be held at our current location on Sunday, January 15, 2017, at 2 p.m. We hope to see you then. Fraternally, Anne Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston New Year’s Eve: The Moonglow Orchestra
This Saturday, December 31, we will have a New Year’s Eve dance featuring The Moonglow Orchestra from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. There will be a balloon drop and a champagne toast at midnight with breakfast to follow. Tickets are $35 per person and are for sale now. Save the date . . . Mollie B will be at Lodge 88 on Sunday, January 15, 2017, from 2 to 6 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person and went on sale November 1. Please call Vernell at 713-861-0223 to make reservations. All tickets must be paid for in advance. Please mail a check or money order payable to: SPJST Lodge 88 Attention: Mollie B 1435 Beall Street Houston, Texas 77008
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District Two Director Jesse Pospisil presents a donation from his discretionary fund to Lodge 87, Temple President Karin Bryant for the Central Texas Patriot Guard.
Please include a note with your table number and your contact phone number. A light lunch will be available before and during the show for an additional cost. —SPJST—
Lodge 92, Fort Worth announces 2017 officers
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. Please join us for:
Saturday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance with Berry Barry Band, 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. and Tommy Alverson Band from 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $40
O O O Presenting 2017 Officers O O O SPJST Lodge 87, Temple
The 2017 officers of Lodge 87, Temple are, second from left, President/FAC Karin Bryant, Secretary Dan Kacir, and Treasurer Judy Little. The officers were installed by District Two Director Jesse Pospisil, far left.
in advance or $50 at the door or online at www.nationalhallfortworth.com. Admission includes champagne, blackeyed peas, and cornbread at midnight. The 2017 officers of Lodge 92, Fort Worth were installed at our December 4 Christmas party which was enjoyed by our larger than usual crowd of members and non-members alike. Officers are: President Mary Cecilia Krivanek Vice President John Paprskar Secretary Mary Ann Krivanek Treasurer Jeanette Tesar Youth Leader Jolie Paprskar Mozingo Trustee Pam Durham Trustee Jeanette Tesar
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Lodge 92, Fort Worth New Year’s Eve: Tommy Alverson
Enjoy New Year’s Eve with your friends at SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth! Historic National Hall presents a New Year’s Eve Celebration starring Tommy Alverson! Join us for a night of food, fun, and great Texas music on Saturday, December 31, 2016. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. A delicious barbecue dinner will be served until 9 p.m. The Barry Berry Band will perform from 7:15 to 9:15 p.m. followed by the great Tommy Alverson from 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Champagne, black-eyed peas, and cornbread will be served at midnight. Tickets are $40 in advance and available at www.nationalhallfortworth.com. Admission is $50 at the door. A fun celebration is planned to ring in the new 2017 year—come join us! Fraternally, Lodge 92, Fort Worth —SPJST—
Upcoming events and rental information is available from Event Manager Jon Durham at 817-624-1361. Fraternally, Angela Paprskar Casteel President —SPJST—
O O O Presenting 2017 Officers O O O SPJST Lodge 97, Placedo
The 2017 officers of Lodge 97, Placedo are, second from left, President Gay Revel, Vice President/Fraternal Activities Coordinator Donna Vanek, Treasurer Dennis Vanek, and Secretary/Reporter Melissa Coleman (standing in is Bernadette Bellanger). Pictured with them are District Five Fraternal Field Manager Delisle Doherty, left, and District Six Director Karen Kaspar.
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Lodge 97, Placedo hosts Christmas party/meeting
Dear Members, Lodge 97, Placedo met Sunday, December 4, 2016, at Vera Cruz Restaurant for the annual Christmas party/meeting. President Gay Revel called the meeting to order at 11:37 a.m. Fraternal Field Manager Delisle Doherty asked all present to recite the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held to honor recently deceased members Rose Yendry, Matt Vanek, and Bessie Becker. Minutes were read by Secretary Bernadette Bellanger and approved by all present. Correspondence was read from Caroline Arington. Treasurer Dennis Vanek reported the lodge’s balance. No new business was discussed. 2017 Officers Officers were elected. The 2017 officers are:
President Gay Revel Vice President/FAC Donna Vanek Treasurer Dennis Vanek
Melissa Coleman was nominated by Gay Revel to serve as secretary/reporter. All present agreed that these will be the officers for 2017, seconded by Sylvia Bluhm. District Six Director Karen Kaspar installed the officers. Bernadette Bellanger stood in for new Secretary/Reporter Melissa Coleman as she was unable to attend the meeting. Director Kaspar spoke of the upcoming planning meeting with Brian Vanicek and the Supreme Lodge meeting held in October. She is the 2017 Supreme Lodge Vice Chairman. The District Six Spring Meeting will be Sunday, April 2, 2017, in Hillje. The Home Office will not host an annual incentive banquet in 2017 as each district will be having its own. Director Kaspar stated SPJST is doing well, but we also endeavor to do better. The Velehrad building is being moved to the Texas Czech Heritage and
Cultural Center in La Grange. James Lee, III, who is the director of development for the SPJST Foundation, is looking for donations from lodges so they may use this facility to have meetings. The meeting was put on hold for a little while so members could eat. The blessing was said by Ken Revel. Delisle Doherty, who serves as fraternal field manager for Districts Five and Six, spoke about the redesigned SPJST website. The address is www.spjst.org. He spoke about all the new features on the website. The SPJST garage sale is tentatively pending but probably will not be held. This sale is to fund the SPJST Education and Nature Center and Czech Heritage Museum. FFM Doherty said annunities are paying 3 percent fixed. No fees offered to look at members 401K's to check distributions. Donna Vanek made a motion to make a $100 donation to the Villeran Cultural Center. Also a donation of $100 went to Victoria Crime Stoppers for the use of the community room at Victoria Mall
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for our meetings. Members brought 23 pounds of canned goods for the Golden Crescent Food Bank. Bernadette Bellanger delivered the canned goods to the food bank. Pull tabs from members were given to Director Kaspar to take to the Home Office for Ronald McDonald House. Director Kaspar handed out calendars. Door prizes were given as well as the wonderful pecans donated to the lodge by Marvin Tomas. A motion was made by Marvin Tomas to adjourn the meeting and seconded by Judy Bellanger. Have a blessed, safe, and merry Christmas and happy, healthy New Year! It’s been a pleasure to be the secretary/reporter for 2016. Bernadette Bellanger Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodges 84, Dallas Christmas Party: Dinner, Program, Caroling, Santa Sunday, December 11, 2016 • Lodge 84 Hall at 2625 Floyd Street
Sunday, December 11, 2016, was Lodge 84, Dallas’ Christmas party. We had happy hour from 2 to 3 p.m. Then we had an early dinner with all the great food people brought. Thank you to everyone for making
our last Christmas at this location a great success. District Three Director John and Diana Engelke were there helping in the kitchen, and after dinner, John installed the new officers. Thanks to both of them for being there and helping!
There was a short but sweet program put on by the youth, and Santa made an appearance. He talked with all the children and parents and gave out goodie bags. The Dallas Czech Singers were also in the house, and they led us in
LEFT PHOTO: Youth participate in the Christmas program. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club members are pictured with Santa Claus. Thanks to Jason Sims for scheduling Santa’s visit from the North Pole.
BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Bob Liska, right, along with the Dallas Czech Singers lead members in Christmas carols. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: A scene from the Christmas program. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: District Three Director John Engelke, far left, installs the 2017 Lodge 84 officers. Officers are, from left, Justine Yeager, Vicki Sims, Cherri Petr, Jim Liska, and Lynda Novak. Not shown is Anne Cowan.
some Christmas carols. Thank you to them for helping us celebrate. We then took a group picture of our last Christmas there. Happy New Year to all ! Vicki Sims, FAC —SPJST—
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Lodge 141, Sealy members celebrate Christmas
Lodge 141, Sealy members celebrated Christmas with a dinner at Tony’s Restaurant on Tuesday, December 13, 2016. Just a few items of business were discussed, and the remainder of the time was spent enjoying the meal and each other’s company. We were happy that the Victoricks could join us even though they have such as busy schedule in December. Thanks, Bernice Stolarski FAC/Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 142, Houston meets January 15
Dear Readers, Lodge 142, Houston members gathered on Sunday, December 11, 2016, for the meeting and Christmas party. President Keith Kieschnick called the meeting to order and welcomed a very nice crowd of 37 people. A delicious meal was served. Officers were elected; the current ones will continue to serve. We thank everyone who attended the
party, and we hope they will come again next month to the meeting which will be Sunday, January 15, 2017. Happy New Year from Lodge 142, Houston! Fraternally, Alice Jochen Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 191, Lufkin New Year’s Eve: Glenn Lenderman and Friends
Glenn Lenderman and Friends will play for the New Year’s Eve dance at Lodge 191, Lufkin. If you would like to reserve a table, please call George Scogin at 936-875-2867 or email GeorgePat@consolidated.net. Tickets are $15 each, and you can purchase them at the door. The time for the New Year’s Eve dance is 8 p.m. to midnight. Please bring a covered dish or finger food for the food table. Pat Scogin, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 200 Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy says, Bruceville-Eddy “Happy Birthday” hosts Christmas dinner Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy wishes
a very happy December birthday to David Nauert, Danny Ellis, John Connolly, Zachary Rosa, Colby Tolbert, Connor Tolbert, Kayln Robicheaux, Barbara Cardinal-Sorge, Whitney Rodgers, Miguel Arreaga, and Kimberly LaFlamme. Special birthday wishes go to District Two Director Jesse Pospisil who celebrated his special day on December 5. Fraternally, James R. Hosch Vice President —SPJST—
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Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy hosted its Christmas dinner on Thursday, December 8, 2016. President Allen Trigg welcomed and thanked everyone for attending. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by Vice President James Hosch. Melanie then said the prayer. After a great steak dinner catered by Edwin and Judy Pechal of Ratibor Country Grill, Melanie and David started the gift exchange and door prize drawing. After the fun and games, District Two Director Jesse Pospisil swore in the officers for the upcoming year. They are: President Allen Trigg Vice President James R. Hosch Secretary/Reporter Michael D. Hosch Treasurer Frances McBride FAC Randall Cortasie, Jr.
Lodge 162, Iowa Colony Members Enjoy Pizza, Festival of Lights
Lodge 141, Sealy Members Celebrate Christmas Members from Lodge 162, Iowa Colony met Sunday, December 11, 2016, for a Christmas celebration. Members enjoyed pizza at a local pizzeria in Alvin. They then attended Dickinson Festival of Lights. In lieu of a gift exchange, each member brought an unwrapped toy(s) to donate to Toys for Tots. Lodge members who participated were Geri Frank, Betty Crawford, Brenda Moyle, Alyssa Moyle, Lynn Collins, MacKenzie Collins, Zach Collins, and Tiffany Perez. —Submitted by Alyssa Moyle
Lodge 141, Sealy members celebrated Christmas with a dinner at Tony’s Restaurant on Tuesday, December 13, 2016. Pictured are, from left, Rick Martinez, Bernice Stolarski, Bennie Stolarski, Janice Victorick, District One Director Donnie Victorick, Gary Simpson, John Simpson, Martha Simpson, Anita Tovar, and Freda Jemela. (Photo by Dora Martinez) —Submitted by Bernice Stolarski
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Lodge 200 wants to give special thanks to Edwin and Judy for the great meal and to Melanie and David for all their hard work to make our Christmas dinner a great success. Thanks to everyone who brought desserts. We also want to wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year. James R. Hosch Vice President —SPJST—
O O O Presenting 2017 Officers O O O SPJST Lodge 182, Falls County
Fort Worth Friendship Club
Members of Fort Worth Friendship Club met Wednesday, December 7, 2016, at the St. Thomas Church dining room for the Christmas luncheon and party. We had several guests - Judy deGrandchamp, friend to Rose Ann Spann, Laurie Dawson and Alma Feil, friends of Mary Agnes Ward, Elizabeth Creamer and Barbara Becknell. It was so nice to have Camille Bolcer back with us after a long absence, and she looked great. President Margaret welcomed all. The Pledge of Allegiance was said by everyone. Our tables were all decorated in the Christmas theme, and the arrangements were then given away as door prizes. Thanks to Lola Taylor and Rose Ann Spann. A moment of silence and prayers were said for the deceased - Lola Taylor’s husband, Margaret Sears’ brother, nephew of Rose Ann Spann and Stanley Krenek, and Ella Greer, our longtime member and sister of Ann Connor.
The 2017 officers of Lodge 182, Falls County are President/Assistant Youth Leader Jason Beckendorf, Secretary/Reporter/Youth Leader Becky Beckendorf, Treasurer Betty Komar, and Vice President/FAC Curtis Treat.
It was voted to dispense with the reading of the minutes, and Treasurer Jo Ann Wilcox presented the financial report which was approved. Mary Ann Krivanek was thanked for donating the Thanksgiving turkey and dressing. Christmas cards were signed by all present to those members that are homebound or living in nursing homes. The singing of “Happy Birthday” went out to our December celebrants of Camille Bolcer, Marilyn Llewellyn, Debbie Skrasek, Helen Skrasek, Lola Taylor whose birthday was on the day of our meeting, Lupe Esparza, and Carolyn Irby. Camille’s birthday was on the
O O O Presenting 2017 Officers O O O SPJST Lodge 196, Houston-West
The 2017 officers of Lodge 196, Houston-West are, second from left, First Vice President/FAC Donald Beckendorf, Treasurer Cadance Wager, Secretary Deann Beckendorf, and President Mark Childres. The officers were installed by SPJST President Brian Vanicek, far left.
next day following our meeting, and she became 100 years young - and still living at home. I have to mention our member Agnes Reznicek whose birthday was on December 16 - she turned 103 years young! Agnes lives in the nursing home on Skyline Drive in Fort Worth. Sunshine Person Marie Keller reported sending sympathy cards to the families of the deceased mentioned above, and a get well card to Agnes Saldana. Mary Agnes Ward thanked all for the birthday and get well cards she received.
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New officers President Barbara Becknell, Vice President Lola Taylor, Secretary Mary Ann Krivanek, and Treasurer Margaret Sears were introduced, and they will accept duties in January. Darlene Tompkins will be the sunshine person. It was reported a monetary gift was given to the two priests at St. Thomas and that our rent for use of the dining room and kitchen was made. Dues are to be paid in January, and if the schools in the Fort Worth ISD are closed due to bad weather then we will not have our meeting on the first Wednesday of the month. Winners of the 50/50 dollar games were Jo Ann Wilcox and Marie Keller. Those who wished to participate in the gift exchange played the Mr. Right/Mr. Left game. Amazing how easy it is to forget which way is “right” and “left” when you when you are having fun. Everyone was pleased with their gifts. A group photo was taken. All those that helped with acting as hostesses were thanked. The theme for January will be “Snowmen,” and colors will be blue and white. After the gift exchange, grace was said and a great lunch of ham and lots of wonderful side dishes was enjoyed. The next meeting will be Wednesday, January 4, 2017, at the church on Azle Avenue (same place we have been meeting) even though St. Thomas Church will be in its new building. We are looking forward to seeing everyone next year. So Until, Keep Smiling! Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST—
O O O Presenting 2017 Officers O O O SPJST Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy
The 2017 officers of Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy are, left to right, President Allen Trigg, Vice President James R. Hosch, Treasurer Frances McBride, and Fraternal Activities Coordinator Randall J. Cortasie. Not pictured is Secretary/Reporter Michael D. Hosch. District Two Director Jesse Pospisil, far right, was the installing officer.
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The Spirit of Christmas
Expression of Sympathy
by d.knape
Every once in a while you come across something so unusual it makes you stop and take a breath to marvel at everyday miracles
like the red Pyracantha bush that I found growing wild out in the woods from a distance it looked like a decorated Christmas tree all shiny and bright its berries twinkling like ornaments on a tree
it was just waiting to be discovered its crimson color so deep and glossy contrasted with the surrounding foliage of beautiful dark green made it the perfect symbol of Christmas all dressed up in its finery as cheerful as a Santa Claus waiting for visitors
for anyone who had the curiosity to find it hidden out in the woods all by itself it brought the beauty of the season home and made me realize that Christmas can be anywhere and anyplace all we have to do is look and we will easily find it
The spirit of Christmas is all around for in our hearts is where it’s found. —SPJST—
Fort Worth Friendship Club Celebrates Christmas, December Birthdays
Members of Fort Worth Friendship Club met Wednesday, December 7, 2016, in St. Thomas Church dining room for the Christmas luncheon and party. December birthday celebrants are pictured, front, left to right, Lupe Esparza, Carolyn Irby, Lola Taylor, Camille Bolcer, Debbie Skrasek, Helen Skrasek, and Marilyn Llewellyn. Second row, seated, are Mary Ann Krivanek, Laurie Dawson, and Margaret Sears. BACK: Libbie Vrla, Barbara Becknell, Jo Ann Wilcox, Darlene Tompkins, Pat McWilliams, Margaret Hoenig, Shirley Martin, Betty Krenek, Elizabeth Creamer, Marie Keller, Mary Agnes Ward, Tracy Horn, Anna Marie Moncrief, Stanley Krenek, Judy deGrandchamp, and Rose Ann Spann. Not shown is Alma Feil. —Submitted by Libbie Vrla
We, the members of the Resolution Committee of Lodge Hvezda Texasu, No. 47, Seaton, Texas, on behalf of our membership, wish to express our deepest sympathy to the family of our departed member, LEROY J. DANA. Leroy J. Dana, 82, of Seaton died peaceably in the arms of his Savior on Monday, December 12, 2016. Visitation was held Friday, December 16 from 1 to 2 p.m. The celebration of life service was from 2 to 3 p.m. at Scanio-Harper Funeral Home in Temple. Pastor Terry Atkins officiated. A private graveside service will be held at a Leroy J. Dana later date. Leroy graduated from Temple High School in 1953 and soon after graduation, he joined the 49th Division with the National Guard in Temple. In 1960, the 49th Division was mobilized to Fort Polk, Louisiana, for extensive training due to the Cuban Crisis. Roughly a year later, after things settled down and the troops demobilized, Leroy returned home to Temple. Leroy served eight years and upon doing so retired from the military to tend to his family which included two-year-old Karen, and soonto-be born Kim. Upon his return, Leroy returned to Wilsonart where he had been employed before leaving for Fort Polk. Leroy joined the Wilsonart Team in 1956 and was one of the originals that joined the company when it was new to the area. He retired after 38 years of loyal service, due to health issues. After a long rest, his health was restored and was able to enjoy vacations and took many cruises that he enjoyed to the fullest. Leroy loved all sports and always kept up with the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Rangers. He was quite the athlete himself as he loved playing baseball and was called many times by local teams to play in summer leagues around the area. He never refused a good offer. He played with the old Cen-Tex League, one being the Seaton Pearls for seven years and two years with the Westphalia Farmers. He played softball, fast pitch, and slow pitch for the Wilsonart Team
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for 25 years. Leroy loved to bowl, for a night out with the guys. He bowled on the Wilsonart Bowling League for 30 years. He later became an avid golfer and golfed with his buddies in tournaments, etc. for many years. He also enjoyed many outdoor activities such as deer hunting and would grab a pole to go fishing at any given time. Leroy was a lifelong member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. He received the Lifetime Achiever Award in 2007. He was on the board of directors from 2004 to 2015. He served on the rules and regulations committee and served as a delegate to the state convention in 2004, 2008, and 2012. He loved serving as chairman of the cooking committee to fry the chicken for the annual picnics for many, many years for the lodge. Within the past few years, Leroy moved his church membership to Salem Lutheran Church in Rosebud, where he felt at home for worship. Leroy married the love of his life, Geraldine Dornhoefer of Zabcikville, on June 27, 1959, at Salem Lutheran Church in Rosebud. From this union, he had two daughters, Karen Jo DanaAlves and Kimberly Kay Dana-Yepez. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Kim Dana-Yepez; brother Eugene Lee Dana; and close cousin Robert Dana. He is survived by Gerri, his wife of 57 years, of Seaton; daughter Karen Jo Dana-Alves and her friend Greg Peters of Spring; grandsons Matthew Alves of Houston and Heath Conde of San Antonio; granddaughters Molly Alves Cynova and husband Ben of Denver, Colorado, and Heather Lee Conde; great-granddaughter Harmony Aguallo of Temple; and son-in-law Ruben Yepez, Jr. of Temple. Memorials may be made to AmericaForAnimals.org or CancerCare.org. Resolution Committee Ruth Hanusch Joyce Skrabanek —SPJST—
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Resolution of Sympathy
The Resolution Committee of Lodge Karel Havlicek, No. 4, Hallettsville, Texas, on behalf of our entire membership wish to express our sincere and deepest sympathy to the family and friends of our departed lodge brother, ROBERT J. “BOB” PESEK, longtime civic leader of Hallettsville. He passed away at the age of 94 on Tuesday, November 22, 2016. A World War II Navy veteran, graduate of The University of Texas Business School, and well-known businessman in the central Texas area, Bob dedicated his life to making the world a better place. Bob Pesek Bob was born in Sweet Home on October 13, 1922. He graduated from Hallettsville High School in 1941. He enrolled in The University of Texas in the fall of 1941. His college years were interrupted by the attack on Pearl Harbor and America’s entry into World War II. Bob enlisted in the United States Navy V-12 program. Naval training took him to Texas Christian University and to Harvard University. After training, Bob received an Ensign’s commission in the Navy supply corps. He was assigned to an LST flotilla in the South Pacific in New Guinea, the Philippines, and Okinawa serving as its supply officer. He returned to his beloved University of Texas to complete his degree in 1947. In 1950, Bob married Amelia “Molly” Strauss. They were blessed with five children - Thomas, Marianne, Judy, Connie, and Joyce, all of whom graduated from UT. After the death of his wife, Bob spent many years alone before finding love again. He married Louise Fries, and they shared 14 years together. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville. Mr. Pesek was an active civic leader in Hallettsville. He served as president of Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, president of the Lions Club, commander of the American Legion Hudgeons Post 230, life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, vice president of the fire department, and president of Czech Heritage Society of Lavaca County. He was honored as Man of the Year in 1969 by the Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce. An active member of Sacred Heart
Catholic Church, he was a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus serving as Grand Knight of Assembly 2433, Faithful Navigator of Columbus, Yoakum Assembly, and District Deputy of the Knights of Columbus, State of Texas. Bob was preceded in death by parents Tom and Rosie Pesek; first wife Amelia Pesek; and brothers Edwin Joseph Pesek and Albin Thomas Pesek. He is survived by wife Louise; children Thomas Pesek, Marianne Garcia, Judy Skipper, Connie Ballou, and Joyce Hermes; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Visitation began at 4 p.m. on Sunday, November 27 at Kubena Funeral Home in Hallettsville. Rosary was recited at 6 p.m. Funeral mass was celebrated at 10 a.m., Monday, November 28 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Hallettsville. Monsignor John Peters officiated. Interment followed in the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Knights of Columbus Assembly 2433 in Hallettsville or donor’s choice. May our departed brother rest in eternal peace. Resolution Committee Victoria Zak Gayenell Chudej —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy
We the members of Lodge 66, Waco, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our departed sister. MARY ANN NORS. Mary Ann Nors, age 69, of Marble Falls, passed away Monday afternoon, December 5, 2016, at Granite Mesa Care Facility in Marble Falls. A rosary was recited at 6 p.m. Thursday at Aderhold Funeral Home Chapel in West, with visitaMary Ann Nors tion following until 8 p.m. Mass of Christian burial was celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, December 9 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bellmead with Reverend Albert Ruiz as celebrant. Graveside services were held 11:45 a.m. at Fatima Cemetery near Abbott. Mary Ann was born September 28, 1947, in Waco, the daughter of Adele
Kathryn Kolar and Albin John Matus, Sr. She was a graduate of La Vega High School. On January 30, 1976, she was united in marriage to Ladislaus “Laddie” Frank Nors in Waco. He preceded her in death on November 26, 1999. Mary Ann was a homemaker and enjoyed gardening, flowers, playing dominoes, and bingo. She loved spending time with family especially her grandchildren. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bellmead. She was also a member of SPJST Lodge 66, Waco and KJZT in Bellmead. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her father; and brother Albin Matus Jr. Survivors include mother Adele Matus of Bellmead; son David Nors and wife Kerri of West; daughter Becky Sparks and husband Ricky of Kingsland; brothers Milton J. Matus and wife Mary Jean and Benny Matus and wife Kim; sisters Marsha Gerik and husband Ronnie, Melissa Reither and husband Charlie, and Monica Williamson and husband Ken; sister-in-law Marcia Matus; grandchildren Austin, Travis and Daniel Sparks and Nathan, Emma and Michael Nors; and several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Pallbearers were her grandchildren. Memorials may be made to St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Marble Falls or to help the family with funeral expenses. May our departed sister rest in peace. Resolution Committee Dorothy Veselka Diana Engelke —SPJST—
In Memory of Cynthia Bartek
Cynthia Kay (Bergmann) Bartek was born May 17, 1956, at Memorial Herman Hospital in Houston, Texas, to Delfine F. and Sadie G. (Georges) Bergmann. Cindy was baptized July 1956 at Zion Lutheran Church in the Heights and confirmed May 1972 at Holy Cross Cynthia Bartek Lutheran Church in Houston. Cindy passed away Friday, November 18, 2016, at Heart Hospital of Austin at the age of 60 years, six months, and one day. Cindy attended school at Houseman Elementary School and graduated from Spring Branch High School, Class of
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1974. Cindy started her work career as a sales clerk at Foley’s Northwest in Houston and in her off time helped her father with their family-owned auto repair shop acquiring parts and doing bookkeeping. She also cared for her niece Dara Michelle during those times. Cindy moved to Fayette County in the late 70s, married, and went to work for Gibson’s department store as a clerk, which was later acquired by the Wynn Corp., until her eye impairment did not allow her to work. Cindy married Edwin Bartek, Jr. on December 14, 1991, enjoying the remaining years as a homemaker taking care of the children and later the grandchildren. Cindy loved to shop; plan and decorate for events and holidays; and do crafts, flower arrangements, and cake decorating. She enjoyed working with her outside flower gardens. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 179, Warrenton. Cindy is survived by husband Edwin Bartek, Jr; children Johnathan Noak and wife Tameka of Suffolk,Virginia, Dara Michelle Bergmann-Richardson and husband George, Michelle Noak of La Grange; and Jessica Pantalion of Round Top; grandchildren Faithlin Culberson, Cheyanne Pantalion, Brooklynn and Aaliyah Noak, and Brayden Noak; brother Duane C. Bergmann and wife Delores of Waller; and several nieces and nephews and other extended family to rejoice her memory. She is preceded in death by her parents D.F and Sadie Bergmann; grandparents Otto and Freda Bergmann of Round Top; and Morris and Lara Georges of Brenham. Funeral service was at 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 22 in Fayette Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with interment following in Florida Chapel Cemetery near Round Top. Visitation was from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, November 21 in Fayette Memorial Funeral Home Chapel. Respectfully submitted, Joan Sue Goehring, FAC —SPJST—
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The Life of Werner Ahrens, as told by his grandchildren
Werner Ahrens of SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville passed away on December 1, 2016. This was written by Dayna Mendez and Cameron Ahrens. Dayna is the oldest grandchild, and Cameron is the youngest grandchild of Werner and Clara Bell Ahrens. Clara Bell and all of their grandchildren are also members of Lodge 107, Floresville.
On the evening of Thursday, December 1, 2016, about 10 o’clock, heaven gained another angel—my grandfather, Werner Ahrens. He was surrounded by his loving wife Clara Bell Ahrens, son Randall Ahrens of Fashing, son Calvin Ahrens and wife Leslie of Cuero, and son Darwin Ahrens and wife Ellen of Luling. He was truly a Werner Ahrens blessed man. He also leaves behind grandchildren Dayna Mendez of Dallas, Benjamin Ahrens of La Grange, Philip Ahrens of San Marcos, and Cameron Ahrens of College Station, and great-grandchildren Jude Mendez and Lorelai Ahrens. My grandpa was a gentle, kind, and selfless man. He truly loved his family and friends. Based on all who attended his visitation and service, I think we could all feel that love! He was the fourth son born to Rudolph Ahrens and Elizabeth Hoffman Ahrens on November 3, 1926. He grew up with older brothers Raymond, Harold, Leland and younger brother Elo in the New Bremen community. He went to school in the New Bremen community until eighth grade and went to high school in Karnes City in the ninth grade. At the time, his father who was only 55, become ill and died. Werner had to then quit school to help keep the family farm running. He continued to help at home. One fateful day, Thanksgiving 1949, while at a dance in Three Oaks, he met the love of his life, Clara Bell Heinsohn. She said when she first met him, she only danced one dance with him and sat down. She felt like she was too young for him - she was only 15 at the time. She said that he thought she was older. It wasn’t until a year later that she agreed to dance with him again. And, that’s all it took. They
began the dance of a lifetime! They dated until they married on November 16, 1952. They celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary in November. Dancing is something they both really enjoyed. Sometimes in later life, they’d go dancing three times a week: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. He loved “um pa pa” music, dancing polkas and waltzes. He loved to watch Mollie B on television and seeing other people dance to his favorite music. They made numerous friends at dances, even making a trip to a polka fest in Wahoo, Nebraska, with them. While there, they danced for three days straight. At his golden wedding anniversary, I think he danced every song but one . . . nonstop! With all that dancing, who needs aerobics? His life was not always fun and games though. When the drought of the 50s hit, times definitely got rougher. The family could no longer rely on farming to make a living. During the day, he would work on the farm. At night, he helped build the flood control dams around Kenedy, to make ends meet. During 1955 and 1956, he worked at Kenedy Iron Works where he learned to weld. This talent came in handy later in life when we had to repair broken-down equipment and build cattle pens. During the 50s, he could not raise a field crop, but the strong winds that came along with the drought definitely helped with one thing . . . that was to turn the windmill so there was much water to help the garden grow. Grandma said that was the most beautiful garden they ever grew! Not only was he interested in growing a beautiful garden, but also growing his family. It was in 1956 when he had his first son, my dad Calvin. —Dayna
Once the drought broke in 1959, Opa went back to farming full-time, ranching, and raising pigs. During his many years of farming, he grew milo, flax, sunflowers, cotton, redtop cain, corn, and wheat. My grandfather was always looking for ways to get over the crops quicker and tried to conserve fuel. He converted tworow planters into four-row planters and several years later converted four-row to six-row. Werner was one of the first farmers in Fashing to get a Farmal H, which was one of the first tractors to have a road gear. One of his neighbors, Herbert Collowey, was astonished when he saw how fast the tractor came down the road. In 1960, with the drought breaking, he realized he needed more help on the farm. That is when his second son, my dad Darwin, was born. In 1962, when the flax froze off, he tried his hand at planting cotton. That
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year, he yielded 49 and one-half bales of cotton. With the uncertainty of how the year and harvest would go, he looked to find other jobs to help support his family. One of the many extra jobs he did was measuring the allotments for peanuts and cotton. The boys especially enjoyed this time because several times their dad would come home with the trunk full of watermelons. The boys never knew where they came from, but they sure were good! In 1966, the Ahrens household grew again with the addition of their third and final child, Randall. In the late 60s and early 70s, Werner had the privilege of leasing more land. By then, he had his laborers - his sons. The boys were all too familiar with going down the rows to remove the sunflowers and johnseed heads, throwing them in a bag and taking them to the burn pile. They all rejoiced when Roundup was invented! In 1970, they bought the family farm where they live now. Werner did all of the remodeling of the family home. He kept the tools by the back door. Whenever it rained or even drizzled, he would come in the house and get as much done as he could that day. He totally remodeled the house . . . making all the cabinets and doing all the electrical work. Throughout his life, he was very active in the community, serving on the Cotton Referendum, Fashing/Peggy Water Supply, Fashing/Peggy Civic Center, County ASC Committee, and Farm Bureau. He was on the Luther Church Council, serving as secretary, and he was an adult Sunday school teacher for the Fashing Luther Church. Opa worked hard, but always made time for his family. He was very active with his boys who were involved in the 4-H club, playing baseball, and showing animals in 4-H. He was a firm believer in keeping the Lord’s Day holy. Sunday was a time for church and was a day of rest. That is when the family would spend Sunday afternoons fishing and hunting rocks. He loved to play board games or dominoes with his family, In 1984, he started to sell insurance: RVOS (home insurance) and SPJST (life insurance). In 2002, he retired from selling insurance, but he continued to farm. In
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1991, he turned over the farm to Clara Bell. In 2006, they joined the Methodist church in Fashing. The members of the church were so welcoming and have really been a help to Oma when Opa’s health declined. He was so active and really kept his wit about him until he broke his hip about three years ago. It definitely took a toll on him. He relied on a walker to get around and as time grew on, his legs became weaker and weaker. He was so frustrated because it really limited him in the things he wanted to do. About six months ago, his legs became so weak and sore that he had to start using a wheelchair. We know he is in heaven catching up with those he was missing and preceded in death by parents Rudolph and Elizabeth Ahrens; brothers Raymond, Harold, Leland, and Elo; mother and father-inlaw Elmer and Isabella Heinsohn; brothers-in-law Roland Heinsohn and Elroy Krebs; and sisters-in-law Gussie, Cora, and Carolyn Ahrens. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Clara Bell Ahrens; sons Calvin, Darwin, and Randall; daughters-in-law Leslie (Constanzer) Ahrens and Ellen (Pruski) Ahrens; granddaughter Dayna Mendez; grandsons Benjamin, Philip, and Cameron Ahrens; great-grandchildren Jude Mendez and Loralai Ahrens; brother-in-law Shorty (wife of Susan of San Antonio); sisters-in-law Claudia Wetzel of Kerrville, Lorene Krebs of San Antonio, and Joella Heinsohn of China Grove, and numerous nieces and nephews. While it is hard to say goodbye, we don’t need to cry because it’s over, but we need to smile because it happened! We love him and are so glad he touched our lives. He will never be forgotten. I would like to leave you with two quotes that we need to all live by that totally emulate my grandfather’s life: “Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass. It’s about learning to dance in the rain!” and “The steeper the mountain, the harder the climb, the better the view from the finishing line.” We will miss him. —Cameron —SPJST—
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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.
Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Leader shares December activities
Dear Vestnik Readers, Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club held its regular monthly meeting on Sunday, December 4, 2016, with 33 members present and three guests - Jack Justice, Ramsey McKinney, and Ava Roantes. Before President Hunter Bartek called the meeting to order, we ate hot dogs, finger foods, and dessert for our Christmas party. After the meeting, we did our gift exchange. Colton Regan led us in the Pledge of Allegiance, and we recited the SPJST Youth Club Motto and remained standing for a moment of silence. Old business included the member-
Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club gives tray favors to Scottish Rite
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ship drive that we had on November 5. We collected new clothes for McLane’s Scott and White Children’s Hospital and canned goods for Churches Touching Lives for Christ (CTLC). We will be delivering these items on Saturday, December 17 at 11 a.m. Next was the Temple Christmas Parade. It was scheduled for Monday, December 5, then rescheduled to Tuesday, December 6 due to rain. Many of our youth members rode on the floats and in the Corvettes. Melanie and David, the floats were so beautiful. Great job! Then everyone went to the SPJST Home Office for cookies, kolaches, and drinks. The children were able to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The music sounded great, and everyone had a wonderful time. Thanks to everyone who worked so hard to put on this great event. Next was the Rogers Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 10. We met
at the high school parking lot, and the parade was at 10 a.m. Afterwards, we all walked to the Civic Center and the District Two Beseda Dancers performed. The kids enjoyed hot dogs and cookies, and Santa came in visit. Last of all, on Sunday, December 11 was the annual Star Hall Christmas party, beginning at 3 p.m. We had our annual memorial service for our deceased members for 2016. The youth club performed an ABC skit with the help of Lynette (we appreciate your help, Lynette). The kids sang a few songs, and Santa came to visit the children. Presents were handed out, and everyone got a goody bag. Everyone then enjoyed visiting and beverage during social hour. We then had a fabulous meal. Thanks to everyone who brought turkeys for the dinner and all the side dishes and desserts. New business included we will go Christmas caroling starting at the Weston Inn at 6 p.m. on December 20. Watch for an email from Amber. The last event of the year will be the
Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club delivering its handmade food tray craft favors for the children who have to stay in the Scottish Rite Hospital during Christmastime. Peggy, a volunteer at the hospital, is pictured with the tray favor and Christmas card donations.
New Year’s Eve dance. Doors open at 6 p.m. The youth club will be selling hamburgers and fries. Then black-eyed peas and cornbread will be served at midnight. Come out for a good time. Music will be provided by Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5. We still need more volunteers to work in the kitchen that night. Please let us know if you can help us. There are two shifts. Birthdays for December are Brayden Gilliam, Mason Roantes, R.J. Dolgener, and Chelsea Bilbrey. I would like to thank everyone who was in charge of surprising me with gifts. I received an RTIC tumbler. It will be used a lot. I love that it has the SPJST emblem and my name on it. I will enjoy the gift cards and cash. Thanks again for letting me be your youth leader. I will miss you all . . . It has been a great adventure, and it kept me busy, very busy. Now it’s time to do some traveling and spend more time with my family. Thanks to my assistants - Amber, Sharla, and Chelsea. I appreciate all your help.
Thanks, Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Leader Joyce Kraatz!
Lodge 47, Seaton and its youth club extend a big thank you to Joyce Kraatz for serving as youth leader from 2013 to 2016. Her hard work, time, and dedication to the youth club are greatly appreciated. She will be missed. LEFT PHOTO: The youth club presents Joyce with a token of appreciation. CENTER PHOTO: Left to right are Chase Alexander, Ryan
Festa, outgoing Youth Leader Joyce Kraatz, Hunter Bartek, Katelyn Erskine, and Assistant Youth Leaders Sharla Pechal, and Amber Bartek. RIGHT PHOTO: Joyce, center, is thanked by her assistants Amber Bartek, left, and Sharla Pechal. Amber will serve as the 2017 youth leader, and Sharla and Chelsea Bilbrey, not pictured, will serve as assistants.
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Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club Decorates Tissue Boxes, Visits Nursing Homes
LEFT and PHOTO 2: Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club members decorate Kleenex boxes that were donated to the nursing homes. RIGHT PHOTOS:
Be thinking of a design for the camp tee-shirt. Papers will be available at the meeting on Sunday, January 8 at 1 p.m. The theme for this year is “Live the Adventure.” Please give to the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. A $2 donation is worth two merit points. If you give $5, you also get a certificate and two merit points. Fraternally, Joyce Kraatz, Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club meets Sunday, Jan. 8
Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club will have its monthly meeting on Sunday, January 8, 2017, at 1 p.m. due to the New Year’s holiday. The adult lodge meeting will follow at 2 p.m. We want to extend a big thank you to Joyce Kraatz for being our youth leader
for the past three years. We greatly appreciate all your hard work, time, and dedication to the youth club. You will be greatly missed. We wish you all a happy New Year! Fraternally, Amber Bartek,Youth Leader Sharla Pechal Assistant Youth Leader Chelsea Bilbrey Assistant Youth Leader —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club reports on December meeting
Dear Readers, The youth of Lodge 84, Dallas met for their meeting on Sunday, December 11, 2016, before the mother lodge Christmas party. The meeting was brought to order by Kendall Tucker, and the Pledge of Alle-
Lodge 49 youth members sing Christmas carols for the nursing homes in Ballinger. —Submitted by Becky Wood, Youth Leader
giance and youth club motto were led by Ryan Ruzicka. After old and new business were discussed, we completed our Vestnik projects and put finishing touches on our Christmas program performance. The meeting was then adjourned. Fraternally, Kendall Tucker —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club meets January 8
Dear Members, We will have our next youth club meeting on Sunday, January 8, 2017, due to New Year’s Day. It will be at 2 p.m. in the youth room. I hope everyone has a happy New Year! Fraternally, Keith Wockenfuss Vice President —SPJST—
Lodge 92, Fort Worth Hosts Children’s Christmas Party
On Friday, December 16, 2016, Lodge 92, Fort Worth hosted its Children’s Christmas Party. We also invited youth from Lodge 154, Fort Worth (Sokol). Special
Lodge 47, Seaton youth achieves football award
guest was Santa Claus. Youth presented a program and enjoyed refreshments. —Submitted by Jolie Mozingo, Youth Leader
Dear Vestnik Readers, I played Texas youth football for the Los Centex Desperados of Temple on the rookie team. My team made it to the second round of the playoffs and lost to the Killeen Cove Chiefs. I had fun playing football this season. On Sunday, December 18, my family and I drove to Frisco, Texas, to the Ford Center at The Star, which is the Dallas Cowboys indoor training athletic facility. During halftime of one of the champion playoff games, I received the “All TYFA” Scholastic Achievement Award for having a 98.5 percent GPA. The award included a certificate, a congratulatory letter, and a tee-shirt. I am so thankful to receive this honor. Kal-El Martinez, age 8 —SPJST—
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ROČNÍK 104 CISLO 50
Učme se česky Let Us Study Czech
Lekce dvacet pět Lesson 25 Pokračovat.
Číslovky - Numerals
Nominal Forms — dvoje, troje, čtverý, patéry — are used with nouns having a plural number:
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December 31 New Year’s Eve Dance—at SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin, 702 Highway 95 North, Elgin: Jim Sims Trio, country/western, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $10/person. Black-eyed peas, cornbread, sausage, and coffee served after the dance. No reservations. For information, call 512-2170162; or the hall 512-285-3100.
December 31 New Year’s Eve Dance—at SPJST Lodge 35, Elk, 9508 Elk Road, Axtell: Nolan Pick Band. From IH-35 in Waco, take Highway 84 East exit. Stay on Highway 84 East through Bellmead; go approx. 8 miles. On the right side of Highway 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. For information, call 254-749-3326; or the hall 254-863-9320.
December 31 New Year’s Eve Dance—at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton, 10842 State Highway 53, Temple: Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5—Seaton Star Hall is five miles east of Temple on Highway 53 (Adams Avenue). Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. For information, call 254-493-8020; or the hall 254-985-2548. Visit www.seatonstarhall.com.
December 31 New Year’s Eve Dance—at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street, Houston (the
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dvoje noviny — not dvě noviny troje kalhoty — not tři kalhoty čtvero, patero, šestero; desatero * * * * *
Multiplicatives — číslovky násobné Dvojnásobný, trojnásobný, šestinásobný, etc.: (-double, triple, multiplied by six). Dvakrát, stokrat are adverbs.
Distributives are formed by using the preposition po: po jednom
Czech Cultural Calendar
First/Third Tuesdays Tarok Lessons with Tarok Champion Jimmie Coufal—at Czech Heritage Museum, 119 West French Avenue, Temple, 7 p.m.: All skill levels; beginners always welcome! Free and open to everyone. For information, call 254-899-2935; or email czechheritagemuseum@gmail.com.
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Heights): The Moonglow Orchestra, big band music. 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. *Dress Code. Breakfast served at 12:30 a.m. Scrambled eggs, Czech sausage, biscuits and gravy, black-eyed peas, cornbread, and coffee. Open to the public. $35.
December 31 New Year’s Eve Dance—at SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth, 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth: Berry Barry Band, 7:15 to 9:15 p.m.; Tommy Alverson Band 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets - $40 in advance; $50 at the door; or on-line at www.nationalhallfortworth.com. Admission includes champagne, black-eyed peas, and cornbread at midnight. From IH35 West in Fort Worth, take I30 West to Henderson exit. Take Henderson North, and it becomes Jacksboro Highway (TX199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cutoff which is right off of Jacksboro Highway. The lodge also known as National Hall is on the right about 2 or 3 blocks down the road. (Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner.) For information, call National Hall Events Manager Jon Durham 817-624-1361. Visit www.nationalhallfort-worth.com.
December 31 New Year’s Eve Dance—at SPJST Lodge 191, Lufkin, 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin: Glenn Lenderman and Friends. For information, call George Scogin 936-875-2867.
December 31 S.S. Cyril and Methodius Hall Dance: Brandon Hodde with All Around Czechs—100 North Brazos, Granger. 8 p.m. to 12 midnight. Kitchen opens at 7 p.m. Admission $10. Reservations accepted. Call 512-859-2236. —SPJST—
TCGS hosts “Nuggets to Treasures” Jan. 28 in Caldwell
po dvou po třech po pěti . . . one at a time po prvé po druhé po třetí . . . the first time Fractions
Texas Czech Genealogical Society will host the seminar - “Nuggets to Treasures” on Saturday, January 28, 2017, at Caldwell Civic and Visitor Center, 103 Presidential Corridor (Highway 21), in Caldwell from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The day’s program includes “Nothing Better than Goodness: Freethinkers in Texas Czechs” - Doug Kubicek and Carroll Brincefield; “Czech Songs in Texas, from Old World to New” Frances Barton; and “Preserving Family
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The denominator ends in -ina: jedna polovina 1/2 jedna třetina 1/3 jedna čtvrtina 1/4 dvě pětiny 2/5 pět šestnáctin 5/16 4 squared — čtyři na druhou 5 cubed — pět na třetí
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Read the lesson out loud. Get your parents, grandparents, relatives, or friends to help you with the pronunciation. Clip and save each lesson and compile into a notebook. Look up any words in this lesson you do not know. —SPJST—
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COURT CUBA EXTRACO BANK BUILDING 18 S. MAIN, SUITE 802, TEMPLE, TEXAS 76501
NEW YEAR'S EVE DANCE Featuring:
Brandon Hodde with All Around Czechs
S.S. Cyril & Methodius Hall 0 Granger, Texas
Saturday Dec. 31, 2016 0 8 p.m. to 12 Midnight
Admission $10 Kitchen opens at 7 p.m. Serving Hamburgers-plus
We accept reservations! Call 512-859-2236
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Treasures” - Linda Reynolds. Registration postmarked (or submitted by credit card) on or before January 14 is $35 for TCGS members, $40 for non-members; registration postmarked between January 15 and January 19 is $40 for TCGS members, $45 for nonmembers; day of/at-the-door is $50 for everyone. Registration includes catered lunch. Sales table featuring Czech gift items and research books including the series of four books by MUDr. Josef Simicek will be available, and a silent auction will be held. For more information and registration form, visit www.txczgs.org. See flyer in next week’s Vestnik. Submitted by, Gladys Valchar Lodge 87, Temple —SPJST—
CESAT sets Feb. 18 annual meeting
Czech Ex-Students Association of Texas (CESAT) will hold its annual meeting on Saturday, February 18, 2017, at 10 a.m. on the Schulenburg campus of Blinn College. Please contact
CESAT President Jane Reynolds for information regarding membership at janereyn@austin.rr.com or Vice President Brad Masek at Brad.Masek@luminant.com. If you wish to attend online in real time, contact Jane Reynolds or Sandra Morkovsky at smshiner@sbcglobal.net at least four days prior to the meeting. Submitted by, Thadious Polasek Lodge 67, Schulenburg —SPJST—
Wednesday, December 28, 2016
SS. Cyril & Methodius Hall • Granger, Texas • ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ proudly welcomes ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Squeeze Box Ted Lange and Mollie B featuring
Texas Czech Genealogical Society Website: txczgs.org
Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs.”
For membership: Merlene Bravenec 254-778-7285
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Kitchen opens at 5 p.m. For tickets, call 512-859-2236 or email sscmhall@gmail.com
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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) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville.
LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA (3) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. at PointBank Community Center, 739 East Liberty Street, Pilot Point. For directions/meeting information, contact Brian Heitzman 940-686-4429; or Dean Carender 903-564-7359.
LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Note: The bridge on the road to the hall is out, but good news! There is a detour to the hall. Directions: Take Farm Road 2114 East for 5 miles. Turn right on Adair Road and immediately veer right onto Marek Road. Marek Road runs into Czech Hall Road. Turn right onto Czech Hall Road. The hall is on the left about 1/2 mile.
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) Note: Beginning in November, 2016, meetings will begin at 4 p.m.
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, 4 p.m. at the hall. Refreshments served after meeting, and door prizes awarded. LODGE 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions: From Caldwell, turn from Highway 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles; turn left on CR 225. Go one mile, veering to the right. Lodge building is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 979-272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Saturday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: Jim Sims Trio, country western. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $10/person. Black-eye peas, cornbread, sausage, and coffee served after the dance. No reservations. Sunday, January 8, 2017—Chris Rybak - Accordion Cowboy, polka/waltz. 3 to 7 p.m. $8 per person.
Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rentals/Band Bookings: David Meyer 512-217-0162. Hall phone: 512-2853100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Note: Lodge 20, Granger meets on the second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Light meal served prior to the meeting. All members are invited. Youth Club continues to meet on the second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the lodge hall.
Lodge Hall: 114 West Davila, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Brenna Bohac 512-859-2584. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the lodge hall.
LODGE 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Directions: Located 12 miles south of Schulenburg, in Moravia. From Highway 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West four miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North. Go one mile; hall is on the right. Lodge Meetings: Tuesday after the second Sunday in March, June, and September, 7:30 p.m.; and the first Sunday of December, 3 p.m.
LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Burlington. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit at blinking light on Hwy 53 to FM 485; go one mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Mark or Brenda Maddux 254-985-0002; Hall phone: 254-985-2393. 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) Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay on Hwy 287 East until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and go under the overpass at Interstate 45. Go approx. 3/4
mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 972-875-8381; Hall Phone: 972-875-8381. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. Game Room: Open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.
LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month (unless otherwise noted), at 12 noon at Wharton County Library - East Bernard Branch, 746 Clubside Drive, East Bernard. For information, contact Secretary Helen Kelner 281-342-2624. LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) • All Wednesday/Friday night dances - Free admission • Old-fashioned hamburgers - Fridays, 6 to 9 p.m.
Friday, December 30—Sterling Country, 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. LODGE 35, ELK (3) Saturday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: Nolan Pick Band
Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From IH-35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy. 84 East through Bellmead; go approx. 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy. 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Turn right onto Elk Road; go approx. 1 mile; road will dead end - turn right; go approx. 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Gene Pavelka 254-7493326; Hall Phone: 254-863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Sales Agents: James (Dude) Mann 254-715-0275 and Gene E. Pavelka 254-749-3326.
LODGE 38, KOVAR (1) Lodge Hall: 278 Zimmerhanzel Road, Flatonia. Hall Rental Information: 512-237-9099/day; 830-8394353/night. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 39, BRYAN (1) Lodge Hall: Cherry Bend Circle, Lot 12, Bryan. Directions: From Hwy 6, turn west on OSR; go 2 miles to Mumford Road and turn left. Go 1.1 mile and turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. The lodge hall is at the bend of the road (white building). Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Lunch at 12:30 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. For information, call President Wade O’Shields 979-218-3527; FAC Ronnie Roesler 979-406-0158.
LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59 in Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Cathy Garcia 979-332-1614; Hall Phone: 979-648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of 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) Saturday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: Jerry Haisler, 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. See ad on page 21 Sunday, January 8, 2017—Adult lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Youth club meets at 1 p.m.
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Lodge Hall: 10842 State Highway 53, Temple. Directions: Seaton Star Hall is five miles east of Temple on Highway 53 (Adams Avenue). Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Michelle Porubsky 254-493-8020; Hall Phone: 254-985-2548. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Visit www.seatonstarhall.com.
LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Note: Adult lodge meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the hall, 10450 FM 619, Taylor.
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: 512-739-9324. 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 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) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 12 p.m. - unless otherwise noted. For meeting location, call Alice Orsak 940-889-2391.
LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday in March and June at 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls; second Sunday in September and December at 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls.
LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Meal served at 1 p.m.; meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Hall Phone: 361-854-8423. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi.
LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Lodge Hall: 12141 East FM 2268, Holland. Directions: On Hwy 95, south of Holland, turn east onto FM 2268; go 1/2 mile to hall on the right. Hall Phone: 254657-2485. Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 4 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Youth Leader Connie Horak’s home; call 254-541-9165 for address. Board of Directors’ Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 3:30 p.m. Bingo: Every Thursday at 7 p.m. Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355.
LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Highway 36, Needville. Directions: Lodge building is located at the corner of Highway 36 and FM 361. Booking/Management: Seth Sacra 979-793-7411; 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.
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LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From IH-35 East in Dallas, take IH-20 East. From IH20 East, take the IH-45 exit toward downtown Dallas. IH-45 runs into Hwy 75. From Hwy 75, take a right at Bryan Street exit. From Bryan Street, turn right on Cantreal Street and go until you come to Floyd Street; take a right on Floyd Street. Hall is the second building on the right. Hall Rental Information: Contact Kelly Tucker 469-951-7396. Hall Phone: 214-823-0072. Band Bookings: Cherri Petr 214-352-4397. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Held one hour before the adult lodge meeting at the lodge hall unless otherwise noted. Contact Youth Leader Lynda Novak 972-9484456.
LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north onto 50th Street; go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Karin Bryant 254-947-3100 or Judith Little 254-913-8568. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall.
LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Saturday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: The Moonglow Orchestra, big band. 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. *Dress Code. $35.
All dances are held from 8 to 11:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. For reservations, call 713-869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Beer, set-ups, soda, and ice sold at bar. Please do not bring from outside. *Dress Code dances: evening attire for ladies and gentlemen. Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Highway 290—Take Mangum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall Rental Information: Lodge Hall: 713-869-5767; or visit www.lodge88.org. Lodge Meetings: Third Monday, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Bingo: Every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7 p.m. Regular games start at 7:30 p.m. License No. 17407503501. LODGE 91, SAN JACINTO (5) Lodge Meetings: quarterly meetings—TBA in the Věstník. Contact Secretary Vonda Smesny 713-8707114.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Tuesday, December 27—Game night at Lodge 92, 7 p.m. Saturday, December 31—New Year's Eve Dance: Berry Barry Band, 7:15 to 9:15 p.m.; Tommy Alverson Band 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets - $40 in advance; $50 at the door; or on-line at www.nationalhallfortworth.com. Admission includes champagne, black-eyed peas, and cornbread at midnight. See ad on page 21.
Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth 76114. 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 817624-1361. 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 214906-3385; or via email jvrla@cebridge.net.
LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio. LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Hall: 2622 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy. 287 East exit. Stay Hwy. 287 on until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and under the overpass at IH-45. Then go approximately 1 3/4 miles on Hwy. 34. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Larry Valek 214-794-7674. Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at the Sokol hall.
LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at 11 a.m. at The Smith Group Building, 1718 Main Street, Danbury. For information, call 979-922-1279; or 979-922-1553. LODGE 141, SEALY (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle Drive, Sealy.
LODGE 142, HOUSTON (5) Lodge Meetings: 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 832-443-0469; 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 806-763-7245; cjkristinek@yahoo.com for meeting location.
LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of January, April, July, and October, 12 noon at Wall Volunteer Fire Department, Wall.
LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY (5) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony.
LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday in February, April, June, August, October at 6:30 p.m. at Texas Seafood and Steakhouse, 2209 South Market Street, Brenham. (December meeting/social information will be announced at a later date.) Lodge Information: Call Stephen or Lenora Bliznak 979-251-4150 or 979-2778845. Insurance Information: Contact Nello Strickland 979-836-2609.
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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, 2016, 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) Note: Lodge 180 Meetings are the first Tuesday of each month at the Burleson Police Department Building - Community Room, 1161 S. W. Wilshire, Burleson, 6 p.m. For information, call 817-905-2097 or 972-268-0022. Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month at the Burleson Police Department Building - Community Room, 1161 S. W. Wilshire, Burleson at 6 p.m. For lodge information, call 817-905-2097 or 972-268-0022.
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: Lodge building is just off Hwy. 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: 979-567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Social games: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002.
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LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Hall Rental Information: 512-255-1554; 512-7714948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 to 3 p.m. at the hall followed by entertainment and potluck meal. LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at (unless otherwise noted) C and J Barbecue, 1010 South Texas Avenue in Bryan.
LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Saturday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: 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 or email spjstlodge196@gmail.com; Hall Phone: 281-3739482. 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) Note: Beginning in January, 2017, lodge meetings will be held at Taylor Hall, 100 4th Street in Eddy. Meetings will continue to be held the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at Taylor Hall, 100 4th Street, Eddy. For information, contact President Allen Trigg, Sr. 254-6245152.
LODGE 201 BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 3948 FM 2502, Bleiblerville. Directions: Hall is across the street from the post office in Bleiblerville. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 202, JOURDANTON (7) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. (March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m.) at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month at 1:15 p.m. (March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m.) at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE (3) Lodge Meetings: For meeting date/time/location, call Norman Kneschk 254-386-3222 or email normkneschk@gmail.com.
LODGE 207, IOWA PARK (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Mary Hatter 940-322-8503; or any sales agent for meeting location.
LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Saturday of January, March, May, July, and September at 6:30 p.m. at Tahoka Housing Authority (small room - 1400 Ave K). For any questions, call Secretary Pam Lehmann 806535-8356. Youth Club Meetings: For location/time, contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams 806-990-3351. LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m. Call Secretary Edna Rivas 915-727-2048 for meeting location.
LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Jerry Macek 325-672-0577 or 325721-5127 for meeting location.
LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT (2) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at SPJST Home Office, 520 North Main Street, Temple, 12 noon. For information, contact President James L. Lee, III 254-289-6816. LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) Lodge Meetings: For meeting date, location, and time, contact President Chester Jenke 210-413-3053 or Treasurer Colleen Jenke 210-215-9494. —SPJST—
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