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Volume 105 Number 26
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Lodge 187, Round Rock Youth Club members Luke and Mathieu McCarthy cool off from the summer heat at the swimming pool.
Important Dates ...................................3 Readers Write ......................................3 Interest Rates ......................................3 Congrats, Grad! ...................................3 Sales Agents’ News.............................3 Lodge Section......................................5
June 28, 2017
New Czech Ambassador visits SPJST Home Office during three-day Texas tour
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The new Ambassador of the Czech dependent Czechoslovakia.” The Republic to the United States of Amer- Czechoslovak Republic was established ica Hynek Kmoníček and his wife, Mrs. after the disintegration of the AustroIndira GuHungarian marová, vismonarchy ited with on October SPJST and 28, 1928. In public offi2 0 1 8 , cials at a Czechs will luncheon also be held Friday, marking the June 16 at 25th anthe SPJST niversary of Home Ofthe indefice in Tempendent ple. The Czech Revisit was public, part of a which tot h r e e - d a y New Ambassador of the Czech Republic to the gether with tour of United States of America Hynek Kmoníček the Slovak Texas by greets SPJST Home Office staff during his R e p u b l i c Ambassador Texas visit on Friday, June 16. are succesKmoníček, sor states to who presented his credentials to Presi- Czechoslovakia, which was divided as dent Trump on April 24, 2017. It was the of January 1993. Ambassador’s first opportunity to visit Following the SPJST Home Office with U.S. residents who are descendants visit, the Ambassador and his wife were of the traditional Czech homelands of greeted with a public reception at the Moravia, Bohemia, and Czech Silesia. Czech Heritage Museum located next “Why does the Czech ambassador go door. to Texas? It’s very easy. If you happen “We thoroughly enjoyed the opportuto have a (country) of 10 million people, nity to host the Ambassador and his half of them will be your relatives, and wife,” said SPJST President Brian Vanyou will meet the other half,” Ambassa- icek. President Vanicek and his wife, dor Kmoníček said. “We feel this part of Joan, accompanied Ambassador Central Texas is another part of the Kmoníček and his wife, Indira, throughCzech homeland.” out their three-day visit to Texas. “Am“It makes a huge difference for us bassador Kmoníček and Indira were that you are proud of your heritage — both impressed with the sense of comand which we hope to celebrate next munity and networking displayed by year when we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of an inContinued on Page 4.
Inside This Week’s Vestnik
Youth Section ....................................13 Youth Quarterly Report.....................16 Czech Culture ....................................17 Advertisements .................................18 Lodge Calendar .................................18 Vestnik Survey...................................20
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Lodge 20 Granger hosts SPJST Float in Holland Corn Fest parade
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Lodge 24 Cyclone youth achieves in Montana
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Lodges 47, Seaton; 49, Rowena youth clubs honor graduates
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Editor’s Note
SPJST HERALD
SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 800-727-7578 • 254-773-1575 Fax: 254-774-7447 www.spjst.org VĚSTNÍK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 • Mobile: 254-534-0807 VĚSTNÍK 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 PO 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 PO 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 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 SPJST CAMP Jeb Lapeyrolerie, Executive Director 979-249-5674
Happy 4th of July!
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, PO 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 - 254-744-8973 - mlgaller54@gmail.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 - 832-694-8762 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 Fourth of July is here, and we are ready to celebrate in a big way at two grand parades! Lodge 183, Arlington will host the SPJST Float in the Arlington Fourth of July Parade that begins at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, July 4. More than 150 entries will roll through downtown and the University of Texas at Arlington’s College Park District. The parade organizers estimate an attendance of more than 75,000 people. In Belton, the State Royalty and SPJST Float will participate along with almost 200 other entries. We will be numbers 155 and 156 in the parade that begins on Main Street at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor and travels through downtown. We will be in the front half of the parade as the numbers usually begin at 100. Happy Fourth of July to you and your family from SPJST!
Vestnik/Calendar Surveys Thanks to everyone who has responded to the survey on the back page of the Věstník. If you have not responded and wish to continue receiving the Věstník, please respond today. The deadline is July 15. We continue to sort through the stacks of responses. If you indicated a change to your Věstník delivery - moving from mail to email, etc., we are processing those requests, and you should notice the change soon. If you noted a question or requested information, we will be in contact with you as soon as possible. We greatly appreciate your patience with this project. If you have any questions, please let us know. We are receiving a lot of mail and
email. If you submit something for the Věstník and it does not appear in print, please let me know. It is very possible that we may have inadvertently placed it with the survey responses.
Věstník Dates and Deadlines July 5 Věstník deadline is Wed., June 28 at 5 p.m. July 12 Věstník deadline is Wed., July 5 at 5 p.m. July 19 Věstník deadline is Wed., July 12 at 5 p.m. July 26 Věstník deadline is Wed., July 19 at 5 p.m. —SPJST—
A big thanks to Kyndall Carroll for her time volunteering in the Vestnik/Communication Department last week. Kyndall is a member of Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club. We appreciate you, Kyndall!
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 Věstník do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VĚSTNÍK c/o Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.
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Family Fun 4 and Important Dates
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Independence Day • SPJST Home Office Closed SPJST Float: Belton Fourth of July Parade (2) Lodge 183, Arlington hosts SPJST Float: Arlington Fourth of July Parade (3) July 5-9 Districts One/Four/Five Camp (1) (4) (5) SPJST ENC, Ledbetter July 8 District Two YAD • Lodge 47, Seaton (2) July 9 Lodge 15, Buckholts “Lunch at the Lodge” Plate Lunch Fundraiser (2) July 12-16 District Two Camp • SPJST ENC, Ledbetter (2) July 14 District Four Lock-In • Lodge 49, Rowena July 14-15 Lodge 47, Seaton Barbecue Cook-off (2) July 16 District Six YAD • Taiton Community Center (6) July 16 Lodge 6, Cottonwood Picnic (3) July 18-19 SPJST Supreme Lodge Meeting, Temple July 19-23 Districts Three/Six/Seven Camp (3) (6) (7) SPJST ENC, Ledbetter July 22 SPJST Sales Agents’ Special Training: Life Insurance as Business Insurance Lodge 81, Needville (5) July 23 District One YAD • Caldwell Civic Center (1) July 23 District Five YAD • Lodge 88, Houston (5) August 5 SPJST State Youth Achievement Day Mayborn Center, Temple Aug. 11-13 SPJST Corpus Christi Getaway Weekend August 20 Lodge 4, Hallettsville Family Day (6)
SPJST INTEREST RATES . . . 05/01/2017 - 07/31/2017 SPJST Commercial Property Information Call the SPJST Home Office 800-727-7578 for information.
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%
Readers Write
Yoakum ISD shares appreciation
Dear Members, This letter is written to express our grateful and sincere appreciation for the SPJST scholarship awarded to William Petrosky. You are to be commended for your effort in encouraging young people to further their education by the awarding of this scholarship. Sincerely yours, Tom Kelley, Superintendent Yoakum ISD —SPJST—
Member relays appreciation
SPJST, I am sincerely honored to have been selected as the recipient of the SPJST Scholarship. I am grateful for the opportunities this scholarship will provide me. It will allow me to continue my education at Victoria College then transfer to Texas State University to complete my business degree. This will be extremely valuable for me to help reduce the financial expenses of acquiring a college education. Thank you for your generosity. Sincerely, William Petrosky Lodge 63, Sweet Home —SPJST—
Member expresses gratitude
Dear SPJST, I would like to thank you very much for awarding me a scholarship. I will be
BRITTANIE MARIE GAAS
Brittanie is a member of Lodge 17, New Tabor and a cum laude graduate of Tarleton State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in interdisciplinary studies. She is the daughter of Randy and Linda Gaas, and the granddaughter of the late Laddie and Helen Matula and the late Edwin and Mavis Gaas. Brittanie’s future plan is to teach in the fall.
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attending Sam Houston State University this fall, and the money will help in paying for my books and other things I will need for school. Sincerely, Matthew Schoppe Lodge 9, Snook —SPJST—
Member offers thanks
SPJST, Thank you so much for awarding the $1,000 scholarship to me. I am very grateful for your generosity. This scholarship will help as I begin the next journey in life at Texas State pursuing a special education degree. Thank you again and God bless! Madison Jan Lodge 81, Needville —SPJST—
Member conveys thanks
Dear Mr. Vanicek, Thank you so much for selecting me for the general freshman scholarship. It is an honor to receive this, and it is very much appreciated. Thank you so much again. Adam Cole Lodge 25, Ennis —SPJST—
Member shares thanks
Thank you very much for the scholarship award of $1,000. It will be a great help in covering the cost of my college education. Justin Shimek Lodge 1, Fayetteville —SPJST—
Sales Agents’ News
Continuing education class set for July 22 at Lodge 81, Needville
A four-hour continuing education class “Life Insurance as Business Insurance” will be held Saturday, July 22, 2017, at SPJST Lodge 81, Needville.
The class is from 10 to 2 p.m. The class is open to all SPJST sales agents in all districts, and the instructor is Fraternal Field Manager Delisle Doherty. To RSVP, please email Fraternal Field Manager Delisle Doherty at delisled@sbcglobal.net so that he can have a head count for lunch. —SPJST—
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Texans of Czech descent throughout the state.” Before his appointment and since 2013, Ambassador Kmoníček worked as the Director of the Foreign Affairs Department in the Office of the President of the Czech Republic. Ambassador Kmoníček's diplomatic career has spanned more than two decades since he joined the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic, specifically its Department for Middle East and Africa, in 1995. He worked in different positions such as the Director of North Africa and Middle East Department, the Director General for Asia, Africa, and America, and the Deputy Foreign Minister in two different periods. He served as the Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Australia, India, and to the United Nations in New York.
Before joining the foreign service, the Ambassador studied English and Arabic Language Studies at Charles University in Prague, Czech Republic, and Modern History of the Middle East and Hebrew and Arabic Languages Studies at Hebrew University in Jerusalem, Israel. The Ambassador’s visit to Texas included receptions at the Sokol Athletic Center in Dallas, West Sokol in West, the West History Museum, Czech Heritage Museum in Temple, Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange, and the Czech Center Museum in Houston. Private meetings with business leaders, academic officials, and military personnel were also held in Dallas and in Austin. The final event — a welcome reception for the Ambassador and his wife — at the Czech Center Museum in Houston on Saturday, June 17, marked the grand opening of the Czech Consulate in Houston located within the confines of the Czech Center Museum Houston at 4920 San Jacinto. The Czech Center Museum of Houston is also home base for SPJST Lodge 232, Houston Midtown
which received its charter on March 4, 2017. “The state of Texas represents an important cultural and economic gateway between the United States of America and the Czech Republic,” said President Vanicek, who holds the title of Honorary Czech Consul. “Relations between the Czech Republic and the United States of America are excellent and based on three main areas of cooperation — cooperation in the field of security and defense, economic cooperation and shared values.”
SPJST’s Czech Connection Czech-American roots run deep. The first Czech to set foot on American soil was Joachim Gans of Prague. Joachim was an explorer on an expedition to the New World led by Sir Walter Raleigh of England. Their ship landed in Roanoke, North Carolina, in 1585, predating the landing of the Pilgrims on the shores of Cape Cod by about 35 years. In 1776 — at the time of the Declaration of Independence — more than 2,000 Czech Moravian Brethren seeking religious
FAR LEFT PHOTO: State Representative - District 55 Hugh D. Shine, who is a member of SPJST Lodge 87, Temple, exchanges greetings with Czech Ambassador Kmoníček and wife Mrs. Indira Gumarová. CENTER PHOTO: Cheryl Hassmann, constituent and academy liaison for Congressman John Carter, presents a U.S. flag to Ambassador Kmoníček. LEFT PHOTO: Dressed in kroj, Julia Zavodny is pictured with Mrs. Indira and Ambassador Kmoníček.
ABOVE LEFT PHOTO: SPJST President Vanicek, left, State Representative Shine, and Ambassador Kmoníček exchange coins. ABOVE
CENTER PHOTO: SPJST Supreme Lodge officials welcome the Ambassador. Left to right are Donnie Victorick, Roy Vajdak, Brian Vanicek, Ambassador Kmoníček, Mrs. Indira, Leonard Mikeska, Hiram Dixon, and Jesse Pospisil. ABOVE RIGHT PHOTO: SPJST President Brian Vanicek and wife Joan, left, with Mrs. Indira and Ambassador Kmoníček. LEFT and RIGHT PHOTOS: Scenes from the reception at the Czech Heritage Museum in Temple.
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freedom were living in the American colonies. With the assistance of President Thomas Jefferson, the Czechs received land where they could settle and promote Christianity to native Americans. In Texas, Czechs began settling in the state in the 1840s. Economic hardship within the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the promise of a better life in Texas were key catalysts prompting the Czechs to leave their homelands for America. Even as whole villages were emptying in Moravia, the Czech populations of those villages were converging in new Czech communities in Texas. Galveston, Texas, was the main port of entry for these pioneer Czech immigrants to Texas. Correspondingly, SPJST was founded by Texas pioneers of Czech descent in 1897. By the 20th century, approximately 250 Czech communities had been settled in Texas. By some estimates, there are approximately 1 million American citizens of Czech ancestry living in Texas – more than any other state in the Union. —SPJST—
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Lodge 4, Hallettsville meets July 9
Dear Members, Lodge 4, Hallettsville will meet Sunday, July 9, 2017, at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce meeting room at 3 p.m. Final plans will be made for our annual family day to be held Sunday, August 20 at St. Mary’s Hall. The July 9 meeting will include door prizes and lunch as usual. We hope to see you there! Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 6, Cottonwood celebrates Father’s Day
President Milton Peterson called the meeting to order on Sunday, June 4, 2017, at 2:15 p.m. The youth led the Pledge of Allegiance and SPJST motto. A moment of silence was observed for the deceased of the lodge. Sister Georgie Soukup reported 14 members present. Sister Barbara Hykel read the minutes from the last meeting. Sister Peggy Dobecka gave the treasurer’s report and the youth club report. The youth gave every dad a gift for Father’s Day. Sister Peggy also gave the calendar of events for the lodge. Sister Evelyn Stuckly gave the FAC report. Brother Jerry Kucera had one new member in the lodge. Get well cards were sent to Tracy Morrison, Robert Seith, and Al Soukup. Sympathy cards were sent to Whitney Dobecka and David Weinberger. Progressive door prize winners were absent. Birthdays for June were Dorothy Kucera, Don Urbanovsky, and Courtney
SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087
Email: vestnik@spjst.org
McGuire. Door prize winners were Henry Blahuta, Jeanette Beseda, and Courtney McGuire. Dates to Remember Sunday, June 25—District Three YAD Sunday, July 2—Lodge meeting Friday, July 16—Lodge picnic
The ladies cooked the meal for the men for Father’s Day. Dorothy Kucera, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 9, Snook reports on June meeting
The June 7, 2017, SPJST Lodge 9, Snook meeting was called to order by President Donnie Hejl at 7:09 p.m. Grace Lewis led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed for Robert Welch. Roll call of officers was held. Minutes from the May meeting were approved as read. Hall manager, FAC, treasurer, and statewide reports were given. The youth club had 28 kids, 16 adults, and three guests at their meeting. Six of the youth will attend LIT camp. They discussed YAD, camp, July 16 skating party, and August 19 swim party. They voted to sponsor Grace Lewis who is running for Burleson County Fair queen. We welcome new member Dax Orsak. Under new business, Donnie Victorick made a motion, and Hannah Kovar seconded, that we get the air conditioner unit fixed. We approved a motion to be a sponsor for the Kolache Festival. Mr. James Schoeneman made a motion, and Laura Sebesta seconded, to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 7:31.
Next Meeting—July 5 The next meeting will be Wednesday, July 5 at 7 p.m. Fraternally, Hannah Kovar, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 15, Buckholts invites all to lunch fundraiser
The meeting was called to order by President Mary Rodriguez at 4 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by President Rodrigues followed by a moment of silence in memory of our departed members. The opening prayer was given by Sandie Fischer. The big news we have to report was the Buckholts Cotton Festival. This was its 30th year, and also that many years for the annual school reunion held in our lodge building. This took place on Saturday, June 3. We had a big turnout for the event. The class being honored this year was the class of 1967. A delicious barbecue lunch was served at the hall, and we ladies sold kolaches and coffee. The first event was the parade in which the honored class rode on bales of hay on a hay wagon. You may have seen them on the front page of the Temple Daily Telegram. There was entertainment throughout the day for all ages - 42 domino tournament, horseshoes, volleyball, barbecue cookoff, and a variety of games for the young folks. If you are looking for a cool place to be in this hot weather, you can come to our hall. We have a big, new air conditioner! It is really nice. This is something we have been needing for some time; we are so proud of it. We discussed changing our meetings to once every three months, but we decided we would rather leave them once a month. Virginia Williams made the motion to leave the meetings at once per month, seconded by Sandie Fischer. Motion carried.
Lunch at the Lodge We need to have a fundraiser so Sandie Fischer made the motion that we have an after-church old-fashioned lunch on Sunday, July 9 at our hall in Buckholts. Since the Post Office Cafe closed, we have no place to eat. We women like to have Sundays off with no cooking! The motion was seconded by Lamerle. Motion carried. It will be nice if this will work out. We really had a nice meeting. It was
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so nice to have Lamerle meet with us. It was also nice to have Marian Warrich as a guest. Sandie surprised us with a delicious lemon and blueberry cake, which we enjoyed. The lodge is doing good. President Rodriguez says we have good bookings in June and July.
Next Meeting—July 10 The next meeting will be Monday July 10. We hope you can meet with us. Dorothy Tomascik, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 15, Buckholts sets July 9 “Lunch at the Lodge”
Dear Readers, Lodge 15, Buckholts will host a “Lunch at the Lodge” fundraiser on Sunday, July 9, 2017, at the lodge hall, located on Highway 36 in Buckholts. Serving is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the menu is meatloaf and sauce, green beans, mashed potatoes, banana pudding, and iced tea or water. The cost is $9 per plate, and plates will be available for dine-in or take-out. The funds will benefit restoring the historic lodge building. Please make plans to come out and join us on Sunday, July 9 for a delicious meal while making a difference in helping us restore the historic Lodge 15 hall. Please give me a call at 254-721-3902 if you have any questions. Fraternally, Sandie Fischer, Treasurer —SPJST—
Lodge 20, Granger receives funds for original building
Following a light meal of sandwiches, President Bridget Bohac called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance and the “Lord’s Prayer.” Secretary Jvonne Elwood called roll with Youth Leader Emilie Tischler absent. Jvonne then read the minutes from the April meeting. A typo was found. Ed Stoll moved to accept minutes with the typo corrected. Brenna Bohac seconded, and members voted to accept. Brenna gave the financial report: $1,093.98 in expenses, $575 in rentals, and $7,535.75 balance. Bridget turned in personal receipts for reimbursement.
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Jvonne motioned to accept the receipts. Ed seconded, and members voted to reimburse Bridget. For FAC business, Bridget reminded us of the upcoming meeting in Corpus Christi. Moving on to old business, David Kerlin submitted receipts for newly installed electrical outlets as well as window repairs. Jvonne made a motion to accept the receipts. Brenna seconded, and members voted all in favor. He also presented quotes for different baby changing tables. It was decided that dimensions needed to be compared to available space for mounting table. As to the new tables, members had previously voted to purchase, David brought in two different styles for us to choose between. Members decided to do more research to find the exact model preferred. New business consisted of Ed pointing out a couple of issues that needed to be addressed before Lake Fest occurred on the upcoming weekend. A support post needed to be repaired, and it was discovered that bees had inhabited the building’s water meter. David agreed to fix the post, and Ed said that he would check with the city about the bee removal. Jvonne made a motion for this to be done; Brenna seconded, and members voted for this to happen. Jesse and Linda Pospisil attended this month’s meeting to make presentations to the lodge. Jesse presented the Lifetime Achiever awards to Norma Cavanaugh, Leslie Loessin, and Ruby Loessin. (It was reported that last month Frank Horak presented these plaques. He actually presented Outgoing Officer plaques. I apologize for the mistake.) Unfortunately, these recipients are all currently experiencing poor health and were not in attendance. Therefore, Bridget Bohac, Doris Bell, and Tracie Ging accepted these awards on their behalf. In addition, Jesse presented the lodge with its enhanced premium winning lodge certificate. And finally, Jesse presented the lodge with a $3,000 check in honor of Lodge 20 being one of few remaining lodges that are still occupying their original building. Granger is the only lodge in District Two with this distinction. Jvonne made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Ed seconded; members were all in favor for adjournment. After the meeting adjourned, a drawing was held for items Jesse and Linda brought for us. They also brought pictures from years past for us to enjoy. Thank you, Jesse and Linda, for our new gifts and our old memories! Jvonne Lalla, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 28 East Bernard meets July 9
Dear Members, Lodge 28, East Bernard will meet Sunday, July 9, 2017, at 12 noon at Wharton County Library. We hope to see you there! Fraternally, Helen Kelner, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje reports on June meeting
Dear Members, Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje met at 10 a.m. for its regular monthly meeting on Sunday, June 11, 2017, at the lodge hall. All officers were present. President Cathy Garcia called the meeting to order. President Cathy Garcia opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silent prayer for our deceased members and sick members. A moment of silent prayer was observed for our deceased member Laverne Schilhab. The minutes were read and approved as read. The treasurer’s report was given by President Cathy Garcia. A motion was made by Ardis Bacak and seconded by Norma O’Canas to accept them. Motion carried. President Cathy read the material from the communication packet sent from the Home Office. President Cathy read the terminations and lapses letter from the Home Office. Vlasta Bartos of the Cemetery Committee had nothing to report. Youth Leader Cathy Garcia gave her youth leader’s report. Her youth are getting projects ready for District Six YAD in Taiton on July 16. The meeting was adjourned at 1:50 p.m. Next Meeting—July 9 The next meeting will be Sunday, July 9 at 1 p.m. Ardis Bacak —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton appreciates picnic supporters, helpers
Dear Vestnik Readers, The evening after the Seaton Star Hall Picnic which was held Sunday, June 4, 2017, a total of 26 members and three youth gathered back at the hall for the monthly meeting. President Edwin Pechal called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Flags and the Pledge of Allegiance were presented by youth members Kyndall Carroll and Kasen Carroll. Members stood for a moment of silence for departed members Pauline Patschke and Gladys M. Schiller. Please keep their families in your thoughts and prayers in the loss of their loved one. Ginger Ringwald is healing from her surgery, and she joined us tonight. Good to have you back, Ginger! Please also keep Mary and Earl Soudelier in your prayers as they are healing from illness and surgery, and keep those who may have unspoken needs in your prayers as we know there are many in our midst. Roll call showed all officers, board members, and active sales agents present except Assistant Youth Leader Chelsea Bilbrey and active sales agents Tammy Martinez and David Pechal. Secretary Patsy Koslovsky asked all fathers and grandfathers to stand and be recognized. For those who are no longer with us, we recognize them also. How blessed we are to have and have had these gentlemen in our lives. Thank you! The May minutes were approved as read by Secretary Koslovsky. Board Secretary Patsy also read the unofficial May board minutes. Correspondence included a letter from the Blinn College Financial Aid Department thanking the lodge for scholarship donation in support of Julia Zavodny. Julia, we wish you the best in your future. Lodge members voted unanimously to accept and welcome Travis Ordogne into our membership at Lodge 47. Travis, we look forward to your being an active youth member, and we invite your entire family to join us. President Pechal thanked all who helped so generously to make the lodge picnic such a success. Members and friends, you are unbelievable with the hard work you put into preparing and working the day of with such organization. Many of you were at the hall four days in a row working. No matter where you worked or what you did, we appreciate you! Thank you for a job well done! Repairs are needed in the bathrooms.
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Vice President Brandon Bartek and FAC EJ Pechal volunteered to replace all the commodes in the hall. Thank you, guys, for taking on such a big task. Vice President Brandon Bartek gave a listing of all the winners of the picnic raffle items: Television - EJ Pechal Ear Buds - Edwin Vasicek Chromebook - Edwin Pechal Ladder - Kylar Skrabanek Square Fire Pit - Daniel Stepan Fire Tablet - Chad Marek Firepit - Valerie Jarosek
The four gun winners were Edwin Marek, Randy Lock, Jesse Townsend, and Edwin Vasicek. Congratulations to all of you! Thank you to all who purchased and sold tickets. Youth member selling the most raffle tickets was Hunter Bartek. The adult selling the most raffle tickets and the most gun tickets went to EJ Pechal. EJ donated his top prize selling cash back to the lodge. Thank you, EJ! Several good bands have been contacted to play here at Star Hall for New Year’s Eve. We should know soon who will help welcome in 2018 here at Star Hall. FAC EJ Pechal gave an update on activities going on around the state. SPJST sends out a happy Father’s Day to all; June 14 is Flag Day and a reminder for everyone to fly their flag with pride; all 2018 state tournaments will be held at the Home Office in Temple; reminder to send a note to the Vestnik Department if you wish to continue receiving the Vestnik and an SPJST calendar; a statewide adult camp for SPJST members will be held September 22 to 24 at the SPJST Camp; and of course, no one wants to forget to get your rooms reserved for the 11th Annual Corpus Christi Getaway August 11 to 13. Secretary Patsy Koslovsky thanked all who helped with the lodge picnic. The food was delicious, and everyone seemed to have a great time. Judy Pechal and I chaired the kitchen this year. We thank all who helped with the food in any way. Whether bringing desserts, cooking, serving, carrying food in and pans out, selling meal tickets, cleaning tables, taking out trash . . . you were a big part of the kitchen crew and we thank you! A big thank you to Joyce Skrabanek who has been the kitchen chairman for years and years - too many to count. Joyce wanted a break this year. We appreciate your tutoring us with your experience. Yes, Joyce said she wanted a break. Big question, Joyce, how can you say you got a break from the kitchen when you spent all day Sun-
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day in the annex building washing all those pots and pans? We thank you, Joyce Skrabanek! Treasurer Becky Zavodny gave the treasurer’s report. She shared an estimation of the income from the picnic. She stated that Edwin and Judy Pechal from Ratibor Grill had made a wonderful donation of the ingredients for the potato salad and cole slaw and paper goods. Thank you, Edwin and Judy! Bar Manager Danny Stepan gave his report. Hall Manager Michelle Bartek-Porubsky gave the rental report. A reminder to anyone who is wanting to rent the lodge or the pavilion to please get in touch with Michelle at 254-493-8020. Youth Leader Amber Bartek stated the youth had a good meeting. Youth members joined hands with SPJST by sponsoring a the kids’ zone at the car show in which $100 was turned in to the Home Office. The youth met on Saturday, June 3 with 38 in attendance. Amber introduced Jamie Bostick, our 2017 Rogers High School graduate, who would be honored with an ice cream/cake social following the meeting. Jamie will attend Temple College and later transfer to Texas A&M University. He wants to become a physics
teacher. He is a fine young man who has been active in the youth club, attended LIT camp and district camp. Jamie will receive the Lodge 47 scholarship. He also received a monetary gift from the lodge for being an active youth member and attending the recognition of graduates. We wish Jamie the best of luck in his future! Edwin Vasicek stated he is in need of judges for the lodge’s annual barbecue cookoff the weekend of July14 and 15. Celebrating June birthdays are Amber Bartek, Becky Zavodny, Danny Stepan, Calvin Skrabanek, Colton Regan, Chris Regan, Kindra Koslovsky, Michelle Mikeska, Tammy Pechal, Gerry Dana, Garrett Festa, Lea Ann Psencik, Mason Psencik, Brandon Kosel, Eli Adams, Jody Zavodny, Alice Mares, Aria Giddings, Sandy Perry, and Danny Porubsky. We wish each of you a happy birthday with many more good years of health, fun, and happiness. Anniversary congratulations to Becky and Elden Zavodny - 27 years and Roy and Ginger Ringwald - nine years. And, we send a happy golden wedding anniversary to our District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and wife Linda. We send much happiness to each of you
and wishes for a long happy marriage. Lodge door prizes were won by fathers Tom Williams, Cliff Goonan, and James Skrabanek in honor of Father’s Day.
Next Meeting—July 2 The July lodge meeting will be held on Sunday, July 2 at 2 p.m. With no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m. Members enjoyed cake, cookies, ice cream, and some delicious ‘homemade” ice cream in celebration of Jamie Bostick’s graduation. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 80, Holland meets Tuesday, July 11
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SPJST Lodge 80, Holland will hold its bimonthly meeting on Tuesday evening, July 11, 2017, at 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. This will be a joint meeting of the board of directors and the general membership. Please mark your calendar for the meeting date. We hope to see everyone on July 11. Fraternally, Rita Spinn, President —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas plans July 16 lakeside picnic
Dear Readers, Lodge 84, Dallas will be hosting a lakeside picnic on Sunday, July 16, 2017! Please mark your calendars to join us as we enjoy a day of fun, fellowship, and food.
Lodge 20, Granger hosts SPJST Float in Holland Corn Festival Parade Saturday, June 17, 2017 • Downtown Holland, Texas • 1st Place Float Award
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Lodge 6, Cottonwood Celebrates June Birthdays
Happy June birthdays to Lodge 6, Cottonwood members Courtney McGuire (holding son Kaden), Don Urbanovsky, and Dorothy Kucera. They were recognized at the lodge meeting on Sunday, June 4, 2017.
Everyone is asked to bring a desert and side dish to share; the lodge will provide meat, bread, and paper goods. Also everyone is asked to bring their own folding tables and chairs, personal coolers with beverage of choice, and their own rod and reel if anyone wants to fish. Other games and entertainment will be provided. The picnic is from noon until 5 p.m. Lunch will start being served at 1 p.m. Keep an eye out in future Vestniks for more information as details are confirmed, but mark your calendars for Sunday, July 16 to be with us as we celebrate the summer! It is sure to be a lot of fun! Fraternally, Anne Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 92, Fort Worth posts July activities
Dear Readers, Come on out to Lodge 92, Fort Worth for these upcoming activities:
Sunday, July 2—Country/western dance from 2 to 6 p.m. with Randy and the 92nd Roadhouse. Admission is $6.
Sunday, July 9—Lodge 92 meeting at 2 p.m. followed by dinner.
Tuesday, July 11—Ladies Circle meets at 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, July 11—Game night at Lodge 92 at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, July 12—Sportsmens Club, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. This monthly meeting of hunting and fishing enthusiasts with speakers and prize drawings is open to the public and free of charge.
Friday, July 14—Tanglefoot ballroom dance, 8 to 11 p.m. Members are $10 and non-members are $17.
Tuesday, July 25—Game night at Lodge 92 at 7 p.m.
Upcoming lodge events and rental information are available from Event Manager Jon Durham 817-624-1361 or visit www.nationalhallfortworth.com. We look forward to seeing you and enjoying these activities and events with you and your family at Lodge 92! Fraternally, Angela Paprskar Casteel Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 151, Wharton meets, discusses fall fun day plans
SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton held its quarterly meeting on Monday, June 12, 2017, at Wharton Depot Museum. A light meal was served at 6:30 p.m. to seven members and six guests. The blessing before the meal was given by David Bucek. Our special guests were SPJST District Director Karen Kaspar and Lodge 28, East Bernard members Glenn Kaminsky, Jeanette Kaminsky, Tony Kelner, Helen Kelner, and Linda Bratina. President Gerald Macha called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was observed for our departed members. The roll was called, and all of our officers were present except for Second Vice President Ray Pilgrim who had an excused absence. We really miss having Ray and Jackie Pilgrim at our meetings. Please continue to keep Ray in your prayers. The March minutes and treasurer’s report were handed out to the members. After the minutes and treasurer’s report were reviewed, Charles Bucek made a motion to accept the minutes and treasurer’s report. David Bucek seconded the motion. Motion passed. Janie Bucek reported she received one transfer request to our lodge. She also reported on upcoming events in the state. Charles Bucek gave the S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Centers’ report. He stated
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all of the Senior Living Centers are doing well. Our lodge members continue to hear positive comments about the Senior Living Center in Hillje. David Bucek gave the cemetery report. He stated the Velehrad lodge hall still has not been moved to the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange. Under new business, Charles Bucek made a motion to accept Douglas Pekar’s transfer request to our lodge. James Vasek seconded the motion. Motion passed. We would like to welcome Douglas Pekar to Lodge 151. Several Lodge 28, East Bernard’s members attended our meeting because we are co-hosting the District Six Fun Day in October. Several suggestions and ideas were presented for us to consider. Lodge 151 members will attend Lodge 28, East Bernard’s meeting on August 13 to finalize plans for the upcoming fall district meeting. Lodge 28 member Helen Kelner informed us that our president Gerald Macha, got married a few weeks ago. Congratulations, Gerald! We wish you and your bride all the best! None of our lodge members had birthdays in April, May, and June, but we found out Glenn and Jeanette Kaminsky from Lodge 28 had birthdays in June. Each received a gift from Lodge 151. Names for door prizes were drawn. Everyone received a door prize. President Macha adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m. Fraternally, Janie Bucek Secretary/FAC —SPJST—
Happy 90th Birthday, Ruth Marek of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi!
Lodge 133 San Antonio meets July 16
Lodge 133, San Antonio will hold its second quarterly meeting on Sunday, July 16, 2017, at 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road. After our business meeting, we will enjoy a light lunch followed by a games party. Please plan to attend and enjoy some time with your friends and family. Jarolyn Popp, President —SPJST—
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi member Ruth Marek celebrated her 90th birthday with a birthday luncheon on Friday, May 26, 2017, at U & I Restaurant in Corpus Christi. Ruth, front, center, is pictured with her sons David and Rob Marek. Also attending the luncheon were, back, left to right, Virginia Rebecek, Frank Sacky, and Mark Rebecek, all of Lodge
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Lodge 183, Arlington reports on June meeting
The monthly meeting was held and called to order at 7:10 p.m. Monday, June 19, 2017, at Lodge 183, Arlington, located at 3100 Pleasant Valley Drive. Roll of officers was called, and all were present except Youth Leader Debra Daniel with an excused absence. Present were President Ann Pustejovsky, First Vice President/Trustee Tom Weeks, Financial Secretary/Fraternal Activities Coordinator Kay Weeks, Secretary/Reporter Darlene Hollingsworth, and Trustees Pat Sill, Tom Weeks, and Raymond Mikeska. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family in the passing of Mary Ann Higgins. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a prayer of silence was observed for all those who are ill or who have recently been in the hospital. Minutes were read from May’s meeting by Secretary/Reporter Darlene Hollingsworth. There were no corrections. Robert Sill made a motion to approve the minutes, and Pat Sill seconded. All approved the minutes from May as read. President Ann Pustejovsky gave the bar report. Ann stated we had one rental in May. We have one rental scheduled in July and two rentals in August. Financial Secretary Kay Weeks gave the insurance report. She stated that for May, we had one reinstatement. She then gave the FAC report and said that Flag Day was June 14. Happy Father’s Day to all the dads which was June 18. Kay mentioned that District Three YAD is Sunday, June 25 at Lodge 25, Ennis. Registration is from 9 to 10 a.m. All other activities begin at 10 a.m. The SPJST Float will be in the Fourth of July parade in Arlington. District Three camp at ENC is July 19 to 23. State YAD is August 5 in Temple. The Corpus Christi Getaway is August 11 to 13 in Corpus Christi. Under old business, we discussed starting bingo again. This has been tabled until next month’s meeting. Under new business, Ann said Lodge 183, Arlington will host the District Three Fall Meeting on October 22. More details will follow later. Birthdays for the month of June are Tom Weeks on the 3rd, John Sill on the 3rd, and Cassidy Higgins on the 15th. Happy birthday to all of you! Pat Sill made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:07 p.m. Robert Sill seconded the motion. All were in favor.
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Ennis Sewing Circle
Next Meeting—July 16 Next meeting, is Sunday, July 16 at 4 p.m. at Lodge 183. The lodge will supply the meat. Everyone, please bring your favorite side dish and/or a dessert and enjoy the meeting and hospitality! Respectfully submitted, Darlene Hollingsworth Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 187 Round Rock welcomes visitors
Hello, there! We started by welcoming Don and Rose Franzen for coming and visiting us. It was great talking about the State Fair with you both. Please come back and join us next month! We gave a big thanks bunches shout out to Troy Oman for helping us out with the landscaping and lawn equipment. Discussions and reminders were about sending in your form by July 15 via mail, website, email, or fax if you want to continue getting the Vestnik and calendar. Summer getaway is in August. Be sure if you are going to make your hotel reservations. There is a weekend adult retreat in September. We also talked about celebrating Flag Day and Father’s Day! Tom Etheredge shared his experience in presenting a scholarship from SPJST at a graduation ceremony. Wow! It was so overwhelming. We then enjoyed some fun games of bingo! Thank you to Rubie Volek for bringing some door prizes. We ended it all by enjoying the wonderful potluck! Thanks bunches to the Oman family for helping with the potluck even when you could not be there. Big hugs to all! A speedy recovery and get well soon wishes go out to Wilford Fuchs. We all miss you and your great singing voice to lead us in singing the birthday song. Birthdays in June include Luke Fuchs, Nancy Vayo, Genelle Beck, Danny Canty, Deborah Rohlack, Kay Beck Henderson, Jennifer McCarthy, Paul Gainer, James Henderson, Troy Oman, Jana Lynn Pachicano, Codi Barron, Thomas Shawn Oman, and Alexis Meyer. Lodge 187 wishes to congratulate its member Caryle Mabry for completing her degree and receiving her doctorate degree on June 9 from the University of Texas. Doctor Caryle is the daughter of
Happy 60th, Lawrence and Bernice Janecka! Lawrence and Bernice Janecka celebrated 60 years of marriage on Thursday, June 22, 2017. They were married at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Fort Worth, Texas, in 1957. They have two sons - Douglas and wife Cristi Janecka and Rudy and wife Charla Goodwin-Janecka; grandchildren - Julie and husband Alan Kinnaird, Chris and wife Ayla Janecka, and Shanna and wife Andrea-Bryant Janecka; and great-grandchildren Aiden and Kyla Rose Kinnaird. Lawrence and Bernice reside in Crowley. Lawrence is a member of Lodge 92, Fort Worth, and Bernice is a member of Lodge 154, Fort Worth. We wish them many more years of happiness. —SPJST—
187 members Frank and Donna Mabry and granddaughter of the late Albert and Elsa Lange. We are so very proud of you! Next Meeting—July 9 Our next gathering will be on Sunday, July 9. Hope to see all of you then! Blessings to all, Jennifer McCarthy, Reporter —SPJST—
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Ennis Sewing Circle met Thursday, June 8, 2017, in the Sokol Club Room. President Irene and Ann Clagett arrived at the club room at 8 a.m. to unlock the room and got things started. I came later as I had my great-granddaughter Sarah that day. Irene and Ann - I don’t know who else was there early - I guess Dorothy Kudrna as they stretched her quilt, and they were already quilting when Sarah and I arrived. By lunch time, we had 17 members and one guest - Sarah. President Irene led us in grace, and we all enjoyed a delicious lunch. Thank you to the ladies who set up and cleaned up. You’re great! After lunch, President Irene called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all, and a moment of silence was held for Mildred Trojacek, Frances Vinkler, Adolph Honza, and Ronnie Vrla. The “Our Father” was recited for the above and all our sick members. Secretary Ann read the minutes of the last meeting, and Treasurer Dolores Vrana gave her report. Both were approved as read. Ginny Svehlak read several funnies “Laughs from Louisiana” that we all enjoyed. Thank you, Ginny, for that! Sunshine Lady Dorothy announced our June birthday celebrant Marie Vrla, who was not present. Dorothy also had a sympathy card for all of us to sign for the Vinkler family. Our longtime, very good quilter Frances Vinkler passed away. Our sincere sympathy to her family. Dorothy also had a birthday card for us to sign for Circle member Joan Strunc, who is at Ennis Care Center. We wish you a great birthday, Joan. Quilt scheduler Pat Fowler announced we will have a white elephant sale and show-and-tell in July; quilt the Christmas quilt in August; Maggie Holy’s in September; Junior Sokol quilt in October; and in November, we will quilt lap quilts for shut-in members and Kay Lynn’s quilt. President Irene mentioned she has company - daughter Cheryl Blumberg and family from Thailand. They will stay till August as that is when they move to China. Cheryl’s husband works for the government, and they move from place to place. Irene’s grandson Zak Cepak from Colorado is also visiting. Irene is glad to see Zak, as he is doing well after the bicycle accident. President Irene also mentioned that we have started selling chances on our quilt and prize drawing that will be
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Lodge 151, Wharton Shares June Meeting Scenes
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 151, Wharton officers, left to right, Secretary/FAC Janie Bucek, President Gerald Macha, and Treasurer Carolyn Bucek conduct the meeting on Monday, June 12, 2017. CENTER PHOTO: Members of Lodges 28, East Bernard and 151, Wharton meet together at Wharton
given away at the next meeting on Thursday, July 13, which is the white elephant sale and show-and-tell. For that day, the Circle will purchase pizza, salad, and dessert. I remember, we all enjoyed that last year. We will also meet at 10 a.m. as we don’t quilt. President Irene announced we have a new member Sandra Pochobradsky. Welcome, Sandra! President Irene’s tip of the day was what to use on your finger under the quilt when quilting. I’m sorry - I didn’t get what to use on your finger to coat it. The 50-50 dollar winner was Ginny Svehlak. As my Sarah was asked to draw and she drew Ginny’s name, Ginny gave Sarah half of the pot. Thank you, Ginny. That was so sweet. Of course, we had to stop at Walmart on the way home. President Irene thanked all for coming, for quilting, for the wonderful lunch, and for the set up and clean up. She announced that the next meeting will be Thursday, July 13. We won’t quilt. We will arrive around 10 a.m., the Circle will furnish a lunch of pizza, salad, and dessert. Be sure to bring all your sale items - priced. If they don’t sell, you take them back home. Please also bring your special treasures for show-and-tell - anything from your mom or grandmother, from a special trip, or something that someone gave you that means a lot. We would love to see and hear the story about whatever. We will have our meeting and play the 50-50 dollar game.
Other News Member Dorothy Bobalek announced her granddaughter Alexie Rendon graduated from Ennis High School on May 26. Alexie is a four-year honor graduate, and she received a four-year
scholarship to Texas Tech along with several other scholarships and awards. Since Alexie is vision-impaired, she has a seeing eye service dog named Honey, who will be accompanying her to college. Recently, Alexie was gifted with a pair of eSight eyeglasses. These new high-tech glasses help increase her ability to read small print, view videos, and see clearly at a greater distance. Dorothy said they are all excited for her, and rightfully, they should be. She is a beautiful, young, lovely girl. We all wish her the best. Dorothy Prachyl and daughter-in-law Cheryl Prachyl flew to Dana Point, California, to attend the graduation of Adam Cole - Dorothy’s grandson - from Dana Hills High School with honors. Adam’s parents Bill and Cathy Cole from Colorado also attended. If you remember me writing about one of Dorothy’s grandsons winning a swimming contest in California, well, Adam is the one. Adam’s brother Andrew, who is a student at the University of San Diego, also attended the graduation. Adam will attend UCLA in Los Angeles in the fall. Don’t you now they all had a wonderful time and are so very proud. Congratulations! Everyone, remember at the July 13 meeting, we will have a white elephant sale and show-and-tell, meeting, quilt prize drawing, 50-50 dollar game, and pizza, salad, and dessert lunch. We meet at 10 a.m. We hope to see everyone. Bring lots of money for all your purchases. Georgie Morales, Reporter —SPJST—
Depot Museum. The lodges will co-host the District Six Fall Fun Day in October. RIGHT PHOTO: Happy birthday to Jeanette and Glenn Kaminsky who celebrated their birthdays in June. They received gifts in recognition of their special days.
Fort Worth Friendship Club
The Friendship Club met Wednesday, June 7, 2017, at the new St. Thomas Parish Hall. The meeting was called to order by President Barbara Becknell, and all were welcomed. We had no guests. The Pledge of Allegiance was said by all. It was nice for Harold Strand to bring his accordion, and all enjoyed his music before the meeting. Sorry he didn’t get to play more, but time didn’t permit. Thanks, Harold! Secretary Mary Ann Krivanek read the minutes from the last meeting, and
Happy Birthday, Amy Eskew of Lodge 155, Austin
Happy birthday to Amy Eskew of Lodge 155, Austin who will be celebrating her birthday on July 20. —Submitted by Jean Motl Reporter
Treasurer Margaret Sears presented the financial report. Both were accepted as presented. The singing of “Happy Birthday” went out to June celebrants - Felma Smith, Lorraine Cross, and Harold Strand. May you have many more. The eating out social on July 5 was discussed, and we will again meet and eat at Golden Corral, located at 3517 Alta Mere Drive in Fort Worth on the west side. You can start arriving about 11 a.m. Even though this is the day after July 4, be sure to wear something red, white, and blue as we will also celebrate Stanley Krenek’s birthday on July 4 and Margaret Laymance’s birthday on the 5th, the day of our meeting. We had two door prizes, and the winners were Pat McWilliams and Harold Strand. The winner of the first 50/50 dollar game was Mary Agnes Ward, and Lola Taylor was the winner of the second game. Congratulations, to all! Lorraine Cross showed her handmade cross-stitch piece she made for her friend - turning 90 years young - which read “Age is a matter of Mind. If you don’t Mind, it doesn’t Matter.” It was beautifully handmade, and all enjoyed the saying and seeing the piece. Darlene Tompkins reported sending get well cards to Judy de Grandchamp, Jimmy Spann, and Stanley Krenek. Stanley was in attendance at the meeting so we know he is doing fine, and we hope Judy and Jimmy are much improved by now. As reporter, I asked that if anyone had any news for my articles to let me know. I always enjoy writing about our members and their activities. June hostesses of Sharron Connelly and Anna Marie Moncrief were thanked for their great job along with Lola Taylor for the decorations. Rose Ann Spann
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was missed. Mary Ann Krivanek was thanked for the two huge chicken spaghetti casseroles she brought which were enjoyed by all. Thanks, ladies! The August meeting was discussed. It will be Wednesday, August 2. August hostesses will be Mary Agnes Ward, Elizabeth Creamer, and Laurie Dawson. Libbie Vrla will pick up fried chicken. The theme will be Hawaiian, and we hear that Rose Ann’s daughter Debbie will present a ukulele program. This should be fun. Get your Hawaiian skirts and shirts out, and let’s party! August is also a designated month in which we bring non perishable food items for St. Thomas Food Pantry. The next social will be Wednesday, July 5 - nothing to bring but yourself. See you at Golden Corral on Alta Mere at 11 a.m. Just bring a good appetite.
News Our longtime sweet, homebound member Agnes Reznicek, age 103 1/2, is still in the nursing home and continues to have her “good days” and “bad days.” Let’s keep her in our prayers. She was always such a big Friendship Club supporter. Tracy Horn sure did enjoy her one day trip to Bryan to have lunch with oldest nephew Louis (Sugar) Zelmanek from Florida. Tracy’s daughter Karen Haggard of Euless drove her which Tracy said was a 90-mile one-way trip to have lunch at Golden Corral which 18 other relatives attended. Anyway, Tracy sure enjoyed the day and visited with all her relatives. This Sunday, Tracy will be going back to Bryan for the Luza-Matous family reunion which will be held at Wellborn, outside of Bryan. They had to change locations for the reunion as the church is undergoing some renovations, and the church hall is not avail-
able. Anyway, Tracy said it will be nice to visit with all the relatives. Pat McWilliams is looking forward to a Carnival Cruise vacation out of Galveston with family members. She said it has been a long time since she and her late husband have been on a cruise. She is real excited to be going. She is leaving on a Saturday, but said she would be back for our meeting. Marilyn Llewellyn also attended a family reunion at which relatives came from nine states. Marilyn and her sister are the youngest in the family, and they enjoyed all the catching up. She was disappointed that only six came to Mass at their new St. Thomas Church, but others felt they needed to leave for the long drive home. Debbie Skrasek is enjoying her granddaughter, Jacyee, during the summer. They seem to do all the fun things that little girls like to do. I call it “fun” seeing the world through a child’s eyes. Helen Skrasek has spent a few days in Oklahoma with son Ron and wife Leeann. I am sure she was treated like a queen just as she is treated like a queen by Gary and Debbie here in Fort Worth. I enjoyed my recent visit to Charlotte, North Carolina, to visit traveling friends Joe and Joyce Ehrenberger. We took many trips together over the years. Joyce continues to live in the cottage at a retirement village, while Joe is now in memory care. They are both doing well. I had taken a package of klobase, and one night Joyce fixed Joe a klobas, sauerkraut, slice of rye bread, and some mustard which we took over before his evening meal was served. He sure did enjoy it, and he ate every bite. I had a great visit, and Joyce sends her greetings to all her SPJST and Sokol friends. Update on “Wip” on the Appalachian Trail: My nephew Travis, who is hiking
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Lodge 160, San Angelo supports Wall Middle School CORE
the Appalachian Trail, is about 969 miles in as of June 19. Soon, he will be at the halfway point. If all goes well, even with a few zero days, he should be able to complete the hike to Mt. Katahdin, Maine. The trails close October 1. I do know that Wip has a tent and sets it up at night to avoid the mice and snoring of other hikers, and has spent only a few nights in the shelter. There are about 250 shelters on the trail which have a floor, roof, and three walls. One wall is open to the element. Some have a loft for more sleeping space. There is a shelf in the shelter with a trail register to write and read news of those that have passed through. There is a broom in the shelter to sweep the floor before laying out your sleeping bags, and all sleep side by side with feet pointing toward the door. Usually there is a map inside or arrows painted on the outside walls pointing to the nearest water and the privy.
Lodge 155, Austin hosts Summer Social
Those attending the Lodge 155, Austin summer social at PoK-e-Jo’s were Albert and Clara Klinkovsky, Joe and Jean Motl, Marianna Wood, Ginny Prasatik, Robert and Amy Eskew and daughter Joy. RIGHT
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PHOTO: Pictured are Robert and Amy Eskew with daughter Joy. Robert and Amy celebrated their seventh wedding anniversary on May 8, 2017. —Submitted by Jean Motl, Reporter
Lodge 160, San Angelo President Sandra Jansa, right, presents a check for $500 to the Wall Middle School CORE group. Accepting the check is Sherry Smith, who is a teacher at Wall Middle School and one of the advisors for this worthwhile organization. Lodge 160 donated the funds to the group for assisting Lodge 160 with its Join Hands Day project this year.
Bear boxes are sometimes located near shelters where there is a bear population. Usually hikers hang their food bag from the rafters to keep the mice out. I hear that mice are bad and fearless. Usually shelters are 10 to 15 miles apart along the trail. There are 100 or so campsites that are usually in vicinity of most shelters. Wip’s parents have returned from spending a week on the trails. I believe they did a lot of trail magic in picking up and transporting Wip and his friends to their rented house in a rented van; eating with all of the friends; then transporting them back to the trails in the morning. Of course, the group enjoyed this – having a bed to sleep in, shower, laundry facilities, and home-cooked meals which all participated in. The group consisted of ages 18 to 45, one married couple, a girl from England and her section hiker father, two other girls, and two other hiker men. This was in addition to Wip and his family of four others. Good luck to all you throughhikers. Hope you make it! See you at Golden Corral on July 5. So Until, Keep Smiling! Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 160, San Angelo gives to Wall Middle School FCA
Lodge 160, San Angelo President Sandra Jansa, left, presents a check for $200 to the Wall Middle School FCA group. Accepting the check is Kim Schwartz, who is a teacher at Wall Middle School and advisor for this group. Lodge 160 donated the funds to help carry out the group’s worthwhile purpose of working with Wall Middle School students.
★ ★ Reunions ★ ★ July 8 Bartek family—at Ratibor Country Grill and Catering in Ratibor. For information, contact Amy Pagel Devereaux 254-9139256; or Paula Pagel Faris 512-8180259. Submitted by Paula Pagel Faris, Lodge 47, Seaton.
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July 9 John and Anna (Sefcik) Jez family—at Central Texas Sportsman’s Club near Lake Belton. Submitted by Irene Marek, Lodge 24, Cyclone.
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Reunion notices are published at no charge and as a benefit to SPJST members. First-run announcements may be edited to fit the space. Thereafter, until the week prior to the reunion date - as space permits - notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Please include your SPJST lodge number/name, and your contact phone number. Thank you. —SPJST—
Lodge 187 Round Rock welcomes Franzens
Ruzicka family
The 27th annual Ruzicka family reunion will be held Saturday, July 15, 2017, at SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts Hall in Buckholts. Doors will open at 10 a.m. All descendants from the families of John Ruzicka (Mary), Rose (Ruzicka) Tomasek (Charlie), Sophie (Ruzicka) Jekel (Conrad), and Julius Ruzicka (France) are invited and urged to attend. Bring your entire family and friends! Please bring your favorite covered dish and/or dessert for all to share. To help offset the cost of the reunion, we will again have a silent auction so please bring items for the auction. For additional information or questions, contact Robert Harris 972-746-7565 or 972899-4250. We look forward to a great turnout and a fun day! Joseph J. Beran Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
Kresta family
Lodge 187, Round Rock thanks Mr. and Mrs. Don Franzen for attending the June meeting. —Submitted by Jennifer McCarthy, Reporter
The 51st annual Kresta family reunion will be held on Sunday, July 23, 2017, at Moravia Parish Hall in Moravia, Texas, on FM 957. Registration will begin at 10 a.m. Food will be provided with catering by Possi Catering and served at 12:30 p.m, with a short business meeting following. RSVP for headcount is extremely important! All drinks will be provided except beer; please feel free to bring your own, and feel free to bring a dessert. Drawing items, children’s gifts, and door prizes will be provided. To help defray costs of
the reunion, we will have a silent auction. If you would like to bring an item for the drawing or silent auction, it will be greatly appreciated. Fee for registration and meal is $20 per family and $10 for an individual. For questions and/or to RSVP, call Cindi at 361-218-1234. Please do not forget to RSVP today! Submitted by, Marylyn Kresta Kubecka Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje —SPJST—
Family Favorites
Now that we have CDs and pocket cameras and all manner of recording devices we have the ability to see the past like never before watching what was come back to life history and family alive again a miracle a marvel to see once even mirrors were magic now we can see the past right before our eyes on phones on TV in living color brought back electronically from vaults of memories cobwebs of history tombs of the once known. —SPJST—
Yesterday
Yesterday seems so much brighter yet its glow soon dies away good things don’t last forever now it’s only one more day
I wish I could return to it what people always say yet those days are gone forever the past cannot be remade
Yesterday is just a figment things imagined in a way to live too much within it is the bane of yesterday
Do not cling to wisps or whispers change has unrelenting ways make Today your lone existence letting go of yesterday. —SPJST
~ d.knape
Lodge 202 Jourdanton welcomes new member
Lodge 202, Jourdanton welcomes new member Avery Michele House, born March 13, 2017. Avery’s family includes parents Katie and Eric House, brother Luke, grandparents Cherri House (deceased) and Richard House, and great-grandparents Bettie House, who serves as Lodge 202 Secretary, and Lloyd House, who is past president of Lodge 202. The Houses are proud that Avery is another member in the long line of their SPJST family! —SPJST—
~ d.knape
Avery Michele House
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SPJST Youth Section
The deadline for all Věstník items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to: SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087
Email: vestnik@spjst.org Questions? Call 800-727-7578
This section is dedicated to the youth of SPJST. As part of its membership benefits, SPJST offers a statewide youth program. If you or someone you know is interested in learning about opportunities offered to young members of SPJST, please contact your local lodge, District Youth Counselor, State Youth Director at 800-727-7578, or visit www.spjst.org.
District Two YAD Saturday, July 8 at Lodge 47, Seaton
Dear Members and Vestnik Readers, A warm welcome is extended to all District Two members, families, and friends to attend our annual District Two Youth Achievement Day to be held Saturday, July 8, 2017, at Lodge 47, Seaton. A special welcome is also extended to Supreme Lodge Officers, Directors, families, and friends. New youth members and those interested in becoming a member—we especially invite you to join in the excitement. We are very proud of our District Two Youth. We have many talented youth, and your support in attending their special day will be very much appreciated. We wish each participant the very best. As always, every youth participating is a winner. The flag presentation and welcome begins at 10:15 a.m. Here is the day’s schedule: 8:15 a.m. Workers arrive for a briefing of work duties (Please arrive on time) 9 a.m. Registration of all entries
10 a.m. ***Registration ends promptly*** 10:15 a.m. Flag presentation, welcome, and introductions
10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Lunch available - chicken tenders, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, roll, and tea will be served for $5 per meal.
Desserts will be sold by Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club.
12 noon • Introduction of royalty contestants escorted by parents • Craft judging begins • Royalty competition • Introduction of royalty dukes and duchesses • Comments from our 2016-2017 Royalty Court • Announcement 2017-2018 Royalty Court Break
Individual talent/group talent Silent auction of pies Viewing of crafts Live auction of each age category first place winning pies (All proceeds will benefit each camper’s online registration fee.)
Awards—special presentations, craft, talent, merit points, and participation 5:30 p.m. (approximately) Closing comments
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, July 8 at Lodge 47, Seaton! Following YAD, a mandatory brief camp chaperone and LIT training will be held. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor Cristy Girod and Amber Bartek Assistant DYCs —SPJST—
District Two readies for July 12 to 16 camp
Dear District Two Campers, We are really excited about the 2017 “Live the Adventure of SPJST” camp theme. A lot is planned for campers of all ages. Camp will begin on Wednesday, July 12 and complete on Sunday, July 16, 2017. We are asking that chaperones and LITs arrive at 6:30 p.m. to prepare for your group’s arrival at 7 p.m. Other campers are asked to not arrive earlier than 7 p.m. since registration is from 7 to 9 p.m. If you cannot arrive before 9 p.m., then arrangements must be made with Patsy. Registration will be held in the dining hall, but please leave luggage in the vehicle until you are assigned a cabin. Parents or those dropping off campers must stay until all registration has been completed for each camper. All marked medication must be turned in to the nurse in the original bottle and a clear plastic bag. There should only be enough medication for the time needed at camp. Any cell phone, electronic device including an iPod, Nintendo DS, MP3 player, radio, and headset must not be brought to camp. All cell phones, other than those of chaperones will be turned in at registration if brought on camp grounds. This rule is for all campers and LITs. If any of the above is discovered, a call may be made to the parents by the DYC. District Two is not be responsible for any lost or damaged items. Cameras must be marked and turned in to the chaperone. Please do not bring any food or drinks. Plenty will be provided. Each camper is asked to please bring
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a labeled water bottle. There will be plenty of water jugs around camp. Things to bring to camp r Twin sheets, pillow, light blanket r Towels and washcloths for 4 days r Personal articles (toothbrush and toothpaste, soap, shampoo, deodorant, hairbrush) r Clothes for 5 days, including undergarments (includes 1 extra set) r Tennis shoes/closed-toe shoes 2 pair if wearing one pair in pond r Flip-flops only to be worn to pool r Bag for dirty clothes with child’s name written on it r Shaving cream (non-menthol) turn in a registration r Sunscreen r 2 swimsuits (no string or tied bikinis) r Tee-shirt cover-up must be worn if swimsuit deemed inappropriate by DYC r Beach towel r Flashlight
Please label everything. Good suggestion for helping the younger campers: Place one day of clothing in a marked plastic bag. This will be tremendous help in getting ready for the early morning. Here is a list of some of the planned activities: swimming, the blob, high/low ropes course, paddle boats, kayaking, rifle range, bow and arrows, hayride, crafts, water slide, scavenger hunts, music, dancing, games, and so much more! Please contact your DYC if you have any questions. Parents, again, thank you for allowing us to spend quality time with your child. Every SPJST youth is special in their own way, and many “adventures” will be made at camp this year.
Congratulations, Amya Rodriguez of Lodge 24, Cyclone!
Congratulations to Amya Rodriguez of Lodge 24, Cyclone! She achieved “All State Solo Vocalist” at the Montana High School Association State Music Festival in May. Amya also achieved the President’s Gold Award for Educational Outstanding Academic Excellence. Amya will be a junior at Red Lodge High School in Montana this fall. She is the granddaughter of Melvin and Sandra Haisler of Red Lodge, Montana.
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See you on Wednesday, July 12 at SPJST Camp! Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor patsyk2011@yahoo.com Cristy Girod, Assistant DYC Amber Bartek, Assistant DYC —SPJST—
District Five readies for July 5 to 9 camp
Dear District Five Youth, We are camping again this year with Districts One and Four at SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm. The address is 2001 Waldeck Road in Ledbetter, Texas 78946. Camp is from July 5 to July 9. Registration/drop-off time is Wednesday, July 5 from 7 to 9 p.m. This is the first time that we will be coming in at night. Please make sure that you have had dinner prior to arriving at camp as there will not be an evening meal. We will have a camp fire the first night, and some new, exciting things will be taking place. I am attaching a list of items to bring to camp as well as what not to bring. This year, we will be doing a really fun activity called organized chaos. In this activity, you will get wet. So, be prepared to either have an extra change of clothes or wear your swimsuit with a cover-up. You must wear closed-toe shoes during
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Congratulations, Jamie Bostick of Lodge 47, Seaton!
Lodge 47, Seaton honored 2017 graduate Jamie Bostick at the meeting on Monday, June 5, 2017. LEFT PHOTO: District Two Youth Counselor/Lodge 47 Secretary Patsy Koslovsky recognizes Jamie and his accomplishments. CENTER PHOTO: Jamie is pic-
this activity—extra tennis shoes that can get wet, water shoes, or even Crocs as long as they are closed-toe and have the back strap. You will be running, and we don’t want them to fall off. I hope to see all of you at camp! Camp List r 4 changes of clothes (shorts, shirts, socks, and underwear) (extra clothes in case of accidents) r 1 extra set clothes/swim wear to get wet including closed-toe shoes to get wet r Pajamas or sleeping clothes r Costume for party - safari theme (optional)
Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club: “We will miss you, Sutton!”
Members of Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club presented Sutton Schwertner with a pillow signed by all youth members for his graduation. Sutton has been a youth member for several years and has held an office in the youth club for six years. “All the youth are going to miss Sutton so much,” Youth Leader Becky Wood says.
tured with Lodge 47 Assistant Youth Leader Sharla Pechal, left, and Youth Leader Amber Bartek. RIGHT PHOTO: Former Youth Leader Joyce Kraatz, left, congratulates Jamie, who is pictured with his mother Ann Bostick. Best wishes to Jamie!
r Tennis shoes (no open-toe shoes allowed) - only Crocs or flip-flops for the pool r Towels, washcloths, beach towels, towel for wet floor (enough for 4 days) r Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, deodorant, etc. r Sunscreen lotion r Hat or cap r Flashlight and extra batteries r Water bottle r Twin-size sheets and a blanket or sleeping bag to cover with and a pillow r 2 swimsuits (one for the pond and one for the pool) r Any medications in prescription bottles to be turned in to the nurse
• Label all suitcases or bags. This makes it easier to get to the correct cabins. • Electronics are to be left at home. If they are brought, they will be turned in to the DYCs. • Remember to eat dinner before you arrive – no evening meal will be served! Fraternally, Michelle Wockenfuss Assistant District Five Youth Counselor —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston youth collects, donates tabs to RMH
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club members Addison Brown collected and donated more than two gallons of canned drink tabs for the Ronald McDonald House. Thanks, Addison!
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Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club: meeting, swimming, eating
SPJST Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club had its monthly meeting on Thursday, June 8, 2017, at 6 p.m. The youth club had a great time meeting, enjoying swimming at the Elks Lodge, and eating hamburgers for supper in El Campo. The meeting was called to order by President Yvonne Marcaurele. The Pledge of Allegiance, SPJST motto, and prayer were led by Bradley Krpec. Roll call was held with 13 members in attendance along with two guests. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela read the minutes. We discussed Leaders-in-Training camp on June 9 to 11 at Cooper Farm, Districts Three, Six, and Seven will be camping together July 19 to 23 at Cooper Farm. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela reminded everyone to get signed up online for everyone that is planning to attend camp. Lisa discussed the District Six YAD to be held July 16 at Taiton Community Center in Taiton and State YAD on August 5 at the Mayborn Center in Temple. The meeting was adjourned by Lisa Bubela, seconded by Yvonne Marcaurele. Next Meeting—July 14 Our next meeting is July 14 at Taiton Communication Center at 6 p.m. Kalynn Perry —SPJST—
Lodge 49, Rowena youth share summer fun times
Little Dog Moves in House Dear SPJST, We had to put our dog down. Now, our little dog is an inside dog. She is really training. Our cats are fine outside. We don’t have our cats inside because my dad is allergic. Bell Schwertner •••
Glad School’s Out Dear SPJST, I am glad school is out. Now, I can sleep later in the morning. I like playing with my cat Bushy. Brody Schwertner •••
California Bound Dear SPJST, I am going to sixth grade. I am very excited, but I am very nervous. We are going to California in two weeks. Tracy Schwertner •••
Fun at the Tank Dear SPJST, This weekend, we got a state baseball game. If we lose two, we are out. My position is hind catcher. I love that position. I love baseball. It is my favorite sport. Last weekend, we had fun. We went down to our tank and cooked, shot guns, and went swimming. My cousin got his hooptie stuck. We had to pull it out then my other cousin got stuck. He pulled it out with his truck then his truck got stuck. He had to get his friend’s truck. Then we finally got it out. Hunter Wood •••
Volleyball Camp Dear SPJST, I started volleyball camp and am really happy to be a cheerleader and so glad school is out. Olivia Schwertner •••
Fourth Grade Dear SPJST, I am exited to go to fourth grade. I am happy school is out. We are going to California in two weeks. Colt Schwertner •••
Seeing Friends Dear SPJST, We have volleyball camp this week. I went to it today. I had so much fun, and I got to see some friends that I haven’t seen since school got out! Grace Schwertner •••
Swimming at the Ranch Dear SPJST, Last weekend, we went swimming at the ranch. We had so much fun swimming. My cousins got stuck in the mud, and we had fun pulling them out. This was an awesome day. Tanner Wood •••
Baby Cats Dear SPJST, I play with my Nanny’s baby cats. I named one Runny. Cotton Wood •••
Fun at the Tank Dear SPJST, I have been working so much since school has been out. I’m ready for vacation. We go in a few weeks, and I can’t wait. Morgann Wood —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club plans busy summer
Dear Members, The youth of Lodge 84, Dallas met on Wednesday, June 21, 2017, at 11 a.m. for their monthly meeting. The meeting was brought to order by Ryan Ruzicka with the Pledge of Allegiance and youth club motto led by Josh Tucker. A moment of silence followed for our departed members, soldiers serving overseas, and the victims in the Europe attacks. Minutes, old business, and new business were then discussed. Youth Leader Lynda Novak gave updates on all upcoming events including District Three YAD on Sunday, June 25 in Ennis. The mother lodge is hosting a lakeside picnic at President Yeager’s on Sunday, July 16. Watch the Vestnik for details. District Three camp is July 19 to 23, and we will be joining Districts Six and Seven. Also in July, we will be doing a project to celebrate National Parents Day which is Sunday, July 23. State YAD is at the Mayborn Center in Temple on Saturday, August 5. Plus, the Corpus Getaway is August 11 to 13. A district outing is scheduled for Wednesday, August 16 at Hurricane Harbor. National Honeybee Day is Saturday, August 19 and to celebrate, we are hoping to have a guest speaker who is involved with honeybees come to our monthly meeting! It is a busy summer for the youth of lodge 84!
Next Meeting—July 14 Our next meeting is Friday, July 14 at 10 a.m. We will have a scheduled speaker demonstrate folding the American flag, and we will be collecting peanut butter and canned tuna for our community service project.
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The meeting was then adjourned. Fraternally, Kendall Tucker —SPJST—
Lodge 130, Dallas youth enjoys camp
Hi! This is Jonathan from Lodge 130, Dallas, and I just wanted to say how much fun I had at LIT camp. I was really happy to see that they made new improvements to the camp like the new campfire and sand volleyball court. It is really nice to see the camp get improvements like that. Jonathan Vrla —SPJST—
Lodge 202 Jourdanton youth attends LIT camp
Dear Věstník, This was my second year of LIT camp, and it was a blast. They have new camp staff, and they are nice and fun. They have some new events, and I can’t wait to experience them. District camp is coming up, and I can’t wait to go back and have fun. Sincerely, Katlyn Polasek —SPJST—
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2016-2017 SPJST Youth Clubs’ Fourth Quarterly Report March • April • May
(Includes Reports Received by June 20, 2017)
Flying High for 240 Years
1st Place Flag Day Essay Contest Ages Kindergarten to 8 Years By Noah Garcia Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje
240 years is a long time. I don't know how long that is. I bet you the flag is tired, flying for those many years. That must be a very long time. I wonder when the flag sleeps. When does the flag take a rest? When does it come down from that flag pole? I know when the flag sleeps! The flag sleeps when there is no wind. The flag sleeps when it rains and people put it up in a safe place like in a box or in a case. People retire when they get tired of working. So the flag also can retire when it gets tired, torn, broken, or even if it gets faded, like you can’t see that it is really a flag anymore. The flag must be very special to be flying for 240 years. It reminds us of our states, and we have 50 states and so we have 50 stars. I don’t want to live to be the age of the flag. I only want to live half of that. —SPJST— 1st Place Flag Day Essay Contest Ages 15 to High School Senior By April Dvorak Lodge 25, Ennis
As I walked through the National Mall, I saw an elderly man saluting an American flag. This man was wearing a Vietnam Veteran hat, and his eyes sparkled at the flag the same way a father prides his children. That day, American patriotism was defined to me in a way that has never been defined before. American patriotism is so much more than hot dogs at baseball games and popping fireworks on the Fourth of July. The red, white, and starry blue is a symbol of freedom’s shield and the banner on which we rely. For 240 years, the American Flag has been put through reams, but today, she still is flying high, although there may be a few rips in the seams. It all started when Washington marched her down to
Delaware, followed by a trip to New Orleans, and then Travis, Austin, and Houston at the Alamo. She was put through a lot, but she did not dare fly low. She was cut a few times at Chancellorsville and Shiloh Hill, she was with Robert E. Lee and Bragg, and they did not give up on our American Flag. She lead us through Korea, Vietnam, and even World War I and II, and I think you know the outcome because we are still flying the red, white, and blue. In the last year, I had the privilege to go to our nation’s capital for a national leadership forum. There, I met some very iconic political and military figures, but the people I cherish meeting most were those who just ‘get it.’ They were regular people who had the same love and appreciation for our country as I do. I was amazed at how powerful a group of patriotic teenagers could be. Together, we formed a new gratefulness for America, and as a team, we spread it throughout Washington, D.C. Although working as a team was an essential part of my journey, I believe the individual expedition was even more vital. I grieved as I witnessed TAPS, Arlington National Cemetery, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, and the Washington Monument. When TAPS was playing at Arlington National Cemetery, so much patriotism and respect was being shown by hundreds of people. As I peered over the thousands of white tombstones rising from the ground, a feeling of emptiness filled me, but at the same time, I felt overwhelming pride to be so lucky to have such courageous individuals in my country. I also met many veterans and felt obligated to shake their hand and say, “thank you.” As I shook their hands, I realized my freedom was once held in those hands. If it were not for them, America would not be free. Every American who rests their head at night in peace, does so because some other American laid down their life for them. So much tyranny has been fought against through the years, and that heroic veteran’s pride taught me that no matter the hard times, our American Flag will continue to serve as a symbol of pride and fly high for many more 240 year anniversaries. —SPJST—
Lodge 9 17 186 20 24 29 47 48 80 182 187 6 25 84 154 183 49 215 81 88 142 162 30 40 148 107 185 202
District One
Total Name Attendance Disbursement Snook 82 $164 New Tabor 52 $104 Caldwell 25 $ 50 District One Average Attendance - 53
District Two
Granger 23 Cyclone 40 Taylor 27 Seaton 96 Beyersville 15 Holland 18 Falls County 6 Round Rock 9 District Two Average Attendance - 78
District Three
Cottonwood 13 Ennis 36 Dallas 12 Fort Worth 48 Arlington 7 District Three Average Attendance - 39
District Four
Rowena 31 South Plains 3 District Four Average Attendance - 11
District Five
Needville 42 Houston 33 Houston 18 lowa Colony 9 District Five Average Attendance - 34
District Six
Taiton 39 El Campo-Hillje 29 El Maton 21 District Six Average Attendance - 30
District Seven
Floresville 8 New Braunfels 59 Jourdanton 30 District Seven Average Attendance - 32
State Third Quarter Average Attendance - 277
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84 66 36 0*
$ 78 $ 58 $ 42 $ 0* $118 $ 60
* Youth clubs with an average of five or less active members do not receive any funds during the quarter.
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elcome to Czech by Numbers, Radio Prague's own Czech language series, which explores Czech numbers and also their use in idioms. In this lesson, we’ll be looking at the number six - šest. The common Indo-European origin of the Czech and English word is just about noticeable in the sound.
Instead of šest, our ancestors sometimes used to say půl tuctu - half a dozen - but you will rarely hear that said these days. The figure of six - šestka - can mean a molar tooth or room or bus number 6. If you say about somebody that he or she má nohu šestku it means they wear size 6 shoes. You need to be careful there because if you use the plural má šestky you
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would be referring to the size of a completely different item of clothing. The ordinal number, sixth, is šestý. You will often hear that someone has šestý smysl - a sixth sense for something. Šestice is a group of six. Šesticípá hvězda is a six-pointed star. A colloquial expression o sto šest literally “for a hundred and six” can be translated as “with a vengeance.” A typical use of the idiom would be pracuje o sto šest, he works very hard. Another Czech word derived from the number six is šesterák - a stag with six tines, a six-pointer. Whereas, šesták was originally a six-kreutzer coin. Today, the word is used to describe a small coin or a small amount of money. Pracovat za pár šestáků means to work for peanuts. And this is the end of lesson number six - šestá lekce. We’ll be back with the lucky number seven. Till then, na shledanou - good-bye.
~ Pavla Horáková
http://www.radio.cz/en/section/abc/czech-by-numbers-six; 06-05-2006
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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
Czech Cultural Calendar
Each Wednesday Taylor Czech Speaking Class meets every Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living, 505 East Lake Drive in Taylor, Texas. This is an informal class setting for learning to speak, write, and read Czech. For information, contact Instructor Lydia Kurtin 512-859-2543. Submitted by Alice Bracewell, Lodge 48, Beyersville. 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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Second Sundays Czech Language Class—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road on US Highway 77, La Grange, 1 to 4 p.m. Fee is $10 per person per class. Call or email to verify classes. Pre-registration preferred. For information, call 888-785-4500; 979-968-9399; or email info@czechtexas.org.
July 7 TCGS (Texas Czech Genealogical Society) Free Genealogy Research Workshop—10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the TCGS Library in the lower level of the SPJST Home Office, 520 North Main Street, Temple: Limited to the first 10 TCGS members who pre-register by email to fkalbac@verizon.net; or by calling 972423-7072. Pre-registration deadline is June 30. Visit www.txczgs.org. —SPJST—
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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment
Post your lodge’s upcoming SPJST fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is Wednesday at 5 p.m., unless otherwise posted. Send updates directly to: VĚSTNÍK, 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: Lodge building is located on Hwy 159 East, 3 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 hall. Potluck served after meeting. Youth Club Meetings: First Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, contact Youth Leader Ronnie Pflughaupt 979-249-6702; or email rpflughaupt@hotmail.com.
LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Lodge Meetings: The following Sundays in 2017 July 9; August 20 (location/time TBA); November 12; and December 10 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. Update: Work has started on the bridge; hopefully within the next four to six months, it will be completed. Until then, 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, which runs into Czech Hall Road. Turn right onto Czech Hall Road. The hall is on the left about 1/2 mile. Sunday, July 2— Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.
Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Note: The bridge is out on the road to the hall; however, work has started on the bridge. Until work is complete, there is a detour to the hall. Directions: Take Farm Road 2114 East for 5 miles. Turn right on Adair Road and immediately veer right onto Marek Road. Marek Road runs into Czech Hall Road. Turn right onto Czech Hall Road. Hall on the left about 1/2 mile down. Hall Rental Information: 254-799-8550; Hall Phone: 254-227-8759. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, contact Youth Leader Peggy Dobecka 254-799-8550; or dataped@sbcglobal.net
LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of February, April, June, August, October, and November, 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 hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 1081 County Road 425, Dime Box. Directions: In Dime Box, turn left from FM 141 on CR 424. Go east on CR 425 for 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: 979-884-1451; Hall Phone: 979-884-1451. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 190/Hwy 36, Buckholts (historic hexagon-shaped building with a stone entrance. Directions: Hall is located on Hwy 36, east of Buckholts, 1/4 mile east of downtown Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: 254-217-2863. 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 Hwy 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles and turn left on CR 225. Go 1 mile, veering to the right. Hall 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) 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 Meetings: Youth club meetings are held with the adult meetings, which are the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Youth Leader David Meyer 512-217-0162.
LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davila, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Brenna Bohac 512-859-2584. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the 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 hall.
LODGE 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Located 12 miles south of Schulenburg, in Moravia. Directions: From Hwy 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West for 4 miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North; go 1 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. at the hall.
LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Burlington. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit Hwy 53 at blinking light to FM 485; go 1 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 Hwy 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 in the Vestnik - 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 served Fridays, 6 to 9 p.m.
Friday, June 30—Edward Kopecky’s Czech Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.
Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, at intersection of State Hwy 95 and US 79 Business (4th Street), turn east on Hwy 79. Proceed to FM 619, turn north (left) and go about .8 mile to the large, 2-story hall. Hall Rental Information: 512352-9139; 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, 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, July 29—Steve Dansby and the Tailgate Philosophers
Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From Interstate 35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy 84 East through Bellmead; go approximately 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Take the Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road; go approximately 1 mile; the road will dead end. Turn right at the dead end; go approximately 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Gene Pavelka 254749-3326; Hall Phone: 254-863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Sales Agents: James (Dude) Mann 254715-0275 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; turn left. Go 1.1 mile and turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. Hall (white building) is at the bend of the road. 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; or 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, 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca. For information, call lodge Secretary Mary Sitka 361-552-5170; or email danmarysitka@yahoo.com.
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LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy 53, Temple. Directions: Seaton Star Hall is 7 miles east of Temple on Hwy 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 Visit hall. the at p.m. 1 month, www.seatonstarhall.com.
LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: From Taylor, take the South Loop. Turn right on FM 112 and go about 0.8 mile. Turn right on FM 619; continue on FM 619 for approximately 4 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 512-739-9324. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at the hall except the June meeting, which will be Monday, June 12, 6:30 p.m., and the August meeting, which will be Monday, August 14, 6:30 p.m. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 49, ROWENA (4) Lodge Hall: 706 FM 2133, Rowena. Hall Rental Information: 325-262-3377 - Butch Wood. 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 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, and the second Friday in September, 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 Lodge Secretary Ann Moseley 361-594-8429.
LODGE 66, WACO (3) Lodge Meetings: Date, time, location TBA in the lodge’s monthly meeting minutes that appear in the Věstník. For information, call 254-799-4247.
LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG (1) Lodge Meetings: Third or fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December (Christmas) at Frank’s Restaurant in Schulenburg, 2 p.m. To confirm meeting date/s, call Ernest Kutac 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: Second Sunday in March, June, September, and December, 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls. For information, contact Diana Ibarra 940-224-7383.
LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Meal served at 1 p.m.; meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi.
LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Note: As of May 2017, meetings will be held bimonthly. Watch the Věstník for dates/times of lodge and board meetings.
Lodge Hall: 12141 East FM 2268, Holland. Directions: On Hwy 95, south of Holland, turn east on FM 2268. Go 1/2 mile to hall, which is on the right. Hall Phone: 254-657-2485. Lodge Meetings: Held bimonthly. 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: Watch the Věstník for dates/times. Bingo: Every Thursday, 7 p.m. Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355.
LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Hwy 36, Needville. Directions: Hall is located at the corner of Hwy 36 and FM 361, 1 mile from the traffic light in Needville. Hall Manager/Bookings: Dan Natho 979-618-1426. Hall Phone: 361-793-4742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Jaime Mikulec 832344-6222; or mikulecj@needvilleisd.com.
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LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas 75204. From IH-35 East in Dallas, take IH-20 East. From IH-20 East, take IH-45 exit toward downtown Dallas. IH-45 runs into Hwy 75. From Hwy 75, turn right at the Bryan Street exit. From Bryan Street, turn right on Cantreal Street. Go on Cantreal Street until you come to Floyd Street. Turn 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 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, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Hwy 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: 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. 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 91, SAN JACINTO (5) Lodge Meetings: quarterly meetings - TBA in the Věstník. For information, contact Lodge Secretary Vonda Smesny 832-694-8762.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth 76114. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-30 West to the Henderson exit. Take Henderson North; it becomes Jacksboro Hwy (TX 199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cutoff, which is a right off of Jacksboro Hwy. Hall - 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. Hall Event/Rental Information: Call National Hall Events Manager Jon Durham 817-624-1361. 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: March, June, September, and December. For meeting date, time, and location, call President Gay Revel 361-649-4443.
LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West for 3 miles to FM 1303; turn right and go 2 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, and location, contact President/Sales Agent John Vrla 214-906-3385 or email jvrla@cebridge.net.
LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: quarterly meetings on July 16 at 2 p.m.; October 15 at 12:30 p.m.; and December 10 at 12:30 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio.
LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at Sokol hall, 2622 East Hwy 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. Sokol Hall is on the left.
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. For information, contact Lodge 142, Houston President Keith Kieschnick 832-627-2842; or Secretary Alice Jochen 979-743-3613. Youth Club Meetings: Same date, time, and location as adult lodge meetings. For information call, Youth Leader Catherine Manchack 832-443-0469.
LODGE 148, EL MATON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 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. For information, call 979-532-5884.
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 Hwy 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. For meeting time/location, call Secretary Ginny Prasatik 512-472-1721. LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of every other month, 1 p.m. For meeting location, contact Secretary Cynthia Kristinek 806-763-7245; or via cjkristinek@yahoo.com.
LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Wednesday of February, May, and August. The November meeting is held the third Sunday. Watch the Věstník for meeting time/location. For information, contact President Sandra Jansa 325651-8045 or sandra.jansa@hotmail.com.
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, 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 Bliznak 979-251-4150; or Lenora Bliznak 979-277-8845.
LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Note: Lodge 172 has closed its doors, and the building has gone up for sale. Until further notice, we only open the doors for our monthly lodge meetings, held the fourth Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. For information, contact Jo 713-628-3007.
Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Hall Phone: 713-487-3297. Regular Lodge/Covered Dish Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, meal, 1 p.m. followed by meeting, 2 p.m. with the exception of November and December, as noted.
LODGE 177, ACADEMY (2) Lodge Hall: 711 Rio Poco, Little River. Directions: Hall is on the south side of Academy, just off Hwy 95, on the right. Hall Rental Information: 254-982-4530. Hall Phone: 254-982-4434. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at the hall: Board of Trustees meet at 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. For information, contact Melissa Wickel 979-249-7393. LODGE 180, BURLESON (3) Lodge Meetings: 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 181, CONROE (5) Lodge Meetings: Lodge meeting location/time will be announced in the Vestnik. For further information, contact President Barbara Williams-Rash 936-2957778; email b.d.willrash@att.net; Vice President Chuck Toney 281-362-9062; email cdtiii@toney.us; or Treasurer Patsy McClelland 936-788-5714; or email pmcclelland@consolidated.
LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Same time and place as adult lodge meeting.
LODGE 183, ARLINGTON (3) Lodge Hall: 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane, Arlington. Directions: Take IH-35 West to Fort Worth. Take IH20 East exit and proceed on IH-20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North. Stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Turn right on Mayfield; go down and turn 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 for 4 miles. Hall is located on the right. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 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, and location.
LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy 36, Caldwell. Directions: Hall is just off Hwy 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: 979-567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Social games: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002.
LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. There will be a 7-11 store on the right. Turn right and proceed past Hopewell School. Continue through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. From Temple, take IH-35 South. Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign. Take left on University Boulevard. The third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right will be Luther Peterson Boulevard. Hall Rental Information: 512-255-1554; 512-771-4948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 to 3 p.m. at the hall followed by entertainment and potluck meal. Hall Rental Information: 512-255-1554; 512-771-4948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 to 3 p.m. at the hall followed by entertainment and potluck meal.
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LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at (unless otherwise noted) C and J Barbecue, 1010 South Texas Avenue in Bryan.
LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Friday, July 21—Anniversary dance
Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information/Dance Reservations: George Scogin 936-875-2867. Lodge Meetings: Monday night before the third Friday night of the month, 7 p.m. at the 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 Phone: 281-373-9482; email spjstlodge196@gmail.com. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall; covered dish meal served - unless otherwise noted. For information, call Secretary Deann Beckendorf 254-275-8028. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Cadance Wager 713515-2835.
LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY (2) 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 March, June, September, 2 p.m.; and first Sunday of December, 1 p.m. - at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of March, June, September, 1:15 p.m.; and first Sunday of December, 1 p.m. - at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton.
LODGE 207, IOWA PARK (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. For meeting location, call Secretary Mary Hatter 940-322-8503.
LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Saturday of January, March, May, July, and September, 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 806-9903351.
LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m. For meeting location, call Secretary Edna Rivas 915-727-2048.
LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November, 6 p.m. at Rosa’s Cafe and Tortilla Factory, 1026 North Judge Ely Boulevard, Abilene. For information, contact Secretary Tammy Copeland 325-672-0577 or 325-721-5127.
LODGE 232, HOUSTON MIDTOWN (5) Attention! Meetings are now held the third Tuesday of every other month for January, March, May, July, September, and November at Czech Center Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto, Houston.
Tuesday, July 18—Lodge meeting at CCMH, 4920 San Jacinto, Houston, 6:30 p.m. For information, contact Secretary Catherine Anderson 713-726-1928.
Lodge Meetings: Meetings are held the third Tuesday of every other month for January, March, May, July, September, and November, 6:30 pm. at Czech Cultural Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto, Houston. For information, contact Secretary Catherine Anderson 713-726-1928.
LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT (2) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 11:30 a.m. For meeting location, call President James L. Lee, III 254-289-6816 or Secretary Melanie Zavodny 254-534-0807.
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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