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Benevolence
H E R A L D
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LIVE THE ADVENTURE!
July 19, 2017
District Two Royalty
CORPUS CHRISTI
END OF SUMMER
GETAWAY AUG.11-13
Good times await you at the 11th Annual Corpus Christi Getaway. Make plans now for a fun-filled weekend on Friday, August 11 to Sunday, August 13, 2017, with your SPJST friends and family! Last year, approximately 368 men, women, boys, and girls from across the state came out to enjoy the weekend fraternal celebration. As in years past, SPJST rooms have been blocked at Emerald Beach Hotel in Corpus Christi. Please make every effort to reserve your rooms early. A total of 150 rooms were set aside for the event; however, only a few of those rooms remain to be reserved as of press time. Do not wait . . . make your reservations today by calling the hotel at 361-883-5731 and refer to group code “SPJ” to assure proper room rates. If you have any problems or concerns while making your reservation, please ask to speak with Mary Alice. The deadline for the SPJST special discount rate is Wednesday, July 26. The 2017 celebration kicks off with the Friday night aloha party. Saturday’s events will include sand sculpting, horseshoes, 42 dominos, bunco, and an evening safari party featuring music by Chris Rybak.
Congratulations to 2017-2018 District Two Royalty. They are, left to right, Duchess Molley Taisler and Queen Shelby Horak, both of Lodge 80, Holland, and King Ryan Festa and Duke Tyson Bilbrey, both of Lodge 47, Seaton. They were crowned on July 8 at Lodge 47, Seaton. District Two YAD photos and results appear on pages 10 to 12.
Hot Dog! It’s July!
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Dustin Johnson, Karter Meyers, Kember Meyers, and Kadnce Meyers enjoy Lodge 187, Round Rock’s July potluck of hot dogs. —Submitted by Jennifer McCarthy, Reporter
Inside This Week’s Vestnik
Reunions ..............................................8 Youth Section ......................................8 State YAD Information.........................9 Czech Culture ....................................13 Advertisements .................................13 Lodge Calendar .................................14
Lodge 18 Elgin presents scholarship
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Lodge 117 Robstown members visit Windsor of Calallen
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Lodge 155 Austin youth participates in Fourth of July parade
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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
The Mouse Trap a tale of helping others
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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little mouse woke up one morning in its lair, yawned, stretched, and prepared for the upcoming day. When it peered out of its hole in the wall of the farmer’s house, he saw the farmer and his wife struggling to open a large package laying on the floor. “I wonder what kind of food is inside” the mouse thought to himself, only to realize that it’s not food, but rather a clever mouse trap. The mouse quickly ran out of the house screaming: “There’s a mouse trap in the house! There’s a mouse trap in the house!” A well-fed hen that was sitting and enjoying the morning sun, lazily raised its head and clucked: “Mr. Mouse, I see it’s something that greatly troubles you, but it has no effect on me. Please stop interrupting my sleep and go somewhere else.” The mouse hurried along, looking for other animals it can warn about the great danger, and when he saw the sheep, he called: “There’s a mouse trap in the house! There’s a mouse trap in the house!” The sheep bleated back: “I really do feel for you, Mr. Mouse, but there’s nothing I can do, but I wish you well, and good luck!” The mouse continued on, and came to the cow shed almost out of breath. When he saw the cow, he shouted: “There’s a mouse trap in the house! There’s a mouse trap in the house!” The cow used its tail to banish an annoying fly, nodded her head sadly, and said: “Oh dear! Believe me that I truly feel for your plight, but as a cow, I can’t find a reason to leave the shed.” Rejected and humiliated, the mouse returned to the farmhouse, knowing full well that it would have to deal with the trap on his own. Later that night, a loud noise interrupted everyone’s sleep – it seemed that the mousetrap had finally caught its prey. The farmer’s wife got out of bed all excited and hurried to see the little bandit that was caught in the trap. However, in the darkness, she could not see that what was caught in the trap is not the tail of a gray little mouse, but the tail of a poisonous snake.
The snake bit the wife and the farmer had to rush her to the hospital. After a while, the farmer and his wife went back home, but then her fever spiked and would not go down. Since it is known that the best cure for a fever is fresh chicken soup, the farmer quickly went outside and turned the chicken into soup. The farmer’s wife drank the soup, but alas – her fever did not go down. The rumor about her condition spread wildfire, which led to visits from concerned friends and family members. The farmer was happy to see so many people in the house, but to feed them he had to throw a large dinner, and serve a rack of lamb as the main course. Everyone ate the food and thanked the farmer, but all of the best wishes and prayers were for naught, and a week later, the farmer’s wife passed away. Many more people came to pay their respects, and to thank them all, the farmer served his prize cow as juicy steaks. The mouse was watching the events unfold from his little hole, and sighed. We often hear of someone who’s in trouble, but when it doesn’t directly affect us, we may decide not to lend a hand. Life, however, is a journey, a major part of which requires mutual responsibility, and when the weakest person in society is in peril, we should all feel threatened. If we help each other, we will be stronger together, but if we think only of ourselves, we end up hurting everyone. —Author Unknown
Věstník Dates and Deadlines July 26 Věstník deadline is Wed., July 19 at 5 p.m. August 2 Věstník deadline is Wed., July 26 at 5 p.m. *** NO AUGUST 9 Věstník *** August 16 Věstník deadline is Wed., August 9 at 5 p.m. August 23 Věstník deadline is Wed., August 16 at 5 p.m. —SPJST—
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 4 and Important Dates July 18-19 July 19-23
SPJST Supreme Lodge Meeting, Temple 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) July 25 Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club Swim Party Pleasanton City Pool (7) August 5 SPJST State Youth Achievement Day Mayborn Center, Temple August 5 Lodge 92, Fort Worth hosts Paprskar Tarok Tournament (3) Aug. 11-13 SPJST Corpus Christi Getaway Weekend August 16 District Three Outing • Hurricane Harbor August 20 Lodge 4, Hallettsville Family Day St. Mary’s Hall, Hallettsville (6) August 26 Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Kolace Workshop (1) August 27 District Two Fall Fun Day Lodge 24, Cyclone August 27 Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Country Store Snook VFD Barbecue (1) Sept. 4 Labor Day • SPJST Home Office Closed Sept. 9 Lodge 48, Beyersville Annual Fundraiser (2) Sept. 10 Happy Grandparents Day! Sept. 10 Lodge 9, Snook Grandparents Day Program (1) Sept. 16 SPJST Sales Agents’ Special Training: 3 Hours Using Fraternal Benefits as Selling Tool Lodge 81, Needville (5) Sept. 16 Lodge 47, Seaton Outdoor Extravaganza (2) Sept. 29-30 Lodge 29, Taylor 17th Annual Barbecue Cook-off
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%
Wednesday, July 19, 2017
JOB POSTING Scanning/Data Entry Clerk
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SPJST is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Scanning/Data Entry Clerk. This is an entry level position that requires experience in the accounting field. Duties include scanning updated and old documents into a databased computer system, data entry, answering telephone inquiries and correspondence with members, general office and clerical duties, and other functions within the accounting department.
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Qualifications include the ability to operate general office machines and scanners, being computer literate in Windows-based software including Word and Excel, and the ability to work in a team environment. Submit resume and application to PO Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503, Attn: Human Resources. Applications may be completed online at www.spjst.org Application deadline is July 21, 2017. —SPJST—
Sales Agents’ News
Continuing education class this Saturday 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—
Readers Write
Czech Heritage Museum prize drawing set for Corpus Christi Getaway
Dear Members, It’s that time again! The End of Summer Getaway is right around the corner - Friday, August 11 to Sunday, August 13, 2017, in Corpus Christi, Texas. At the District Seven Spring Meeting, the membership voted to donate the proceeds from the end of summer prize drawing to the Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center and SPJST Education and Nature Center. As your District Seven CHM Director, I am asking for your support. I am asking each lodge and any individual person who wishes, to donate a prize. Please let myself or ENC Director Donnie Howard know if you will be donating. Roxanne Bertrand 4158 FM 1303 Floresville, Texas 78114 830-391-0919
Donnie Howard 2908 Oakdell Trail New Braunfels, Texas 78130 830-358-2262
Make sure you put your name on your donation so you will get proper
recognition. I would appreciate it if you could call or text me and let me know in advance if you or your lodge will be making a donation so that I can put them on the prize boards at the End of Summer Getaway. Thank you in advance for your support! Roxanne Bertrand District Seven CHM Director EOS Prize Drawing Chairperson —SPJST—
Member relays gratitude
Dear Scholarship Donor, I am sincerely honored to have been selected as the recipient of the SPJST General Freshman Scholarship. I was thrilled to learn of my selection for this honor, and I am deeply appreciative of your support. The financial assistance you provided will be of great help to me in paying for my educational expenses. Thank you again for your generous gift. I am very grateful for your support. Sincerely, Marissa Matus Lodge 54, West —SPJST—
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SPJST Lodge Section The deadline for all Věstník items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to: Questions? Call 800-727-7578
Lodge 9, Snook meets August 2
The Wednesday, July 5, 2017, meeting of SPJST Lodge 9, Snook was cancelled due to most of the officers transporting kids to camp or attending camp as chaperones. The next meeting will be Wednesday, August 2 at 7 p.m. Fraternally, Hannah Kovar, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 15, Buckholts hosts successful fundraiser
The monthly meeting of SPJST Lodge 15, Buckholts was called to order at 4 p.m. by President Mary Helen Rodriguez. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Sandie Fischer followed by a moment of silence in memory of our departed members. Our prayer was given by Lamerle Zajicek.
SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087
Email: vestnik@spjst.org
We were so happy to have as our guests District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and wife Linda. We really put them to work. We were very shorthanded. They helped us out in so many ways. Treasurer Sandie Fischer gave our financial report which was approved as read. Our bookings are going great. In old business, the fundraiser meal was very successful which means we will be having another one probably in September. It was so hot outside, but very pleasant inside with our new cooling system. We have many folks to thank for making it so successful. We especially want to thank Sandie, Mary Helen, and Scott for the preparation of the delicious food and for all the other folks who helped us out in so many ways. We appreciated all of those who attended. We appreciated all the nice donations. We want to especially thank the Community Church for its donation of $200, Jesse and Linda Pospisil - $150, Jack Walzel (Tri-Co Propane) - $250, donations from Delbert Svetlik - $100, Derrick Ruzicka, and others. We discussed one of our recent meetings to watch out for a good, used riding
Lodge 6, Cottonwood celebrates July birthdays
Happy July birthdays to, Henry Blahuta and Peggy Dobecka! They were recognized at the Lodge 6, Cottonwood meeting on July 2, 2017.
lawn mower to mow our own grass, which would help cut down on our expenses. I told my son Jack about our plan. He said we have that lawn mower that he had given me some years ago. Since I can no longer operate it, he said I will just donate it to Lodge 15, Buckholts. It is in good condition as far we know. He sent a trailer down and packed it up, got it all serviced, blades sharpened, fixed one flat tire, and it was ready to go. So we lucked out. We have just completed our first mowing with it. He said if we have any problems, just call him 254-742-5213 (Tri-Co Propane). Doug Williams made the motion that we adjourn, seconded by Sandie Fischer.
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Next Meeting—August 14 The next meeting is Monday, August 14. We hope you can meet with us. Dorothy Tomascik, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 15, Buckholts members Anton and Albina Vrazel celebrate 65th anniversary
On May 7, 1952, Albina Vansa and Anton Vrazel exchanged wedding vows at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Marak, Texas, with Reverend Ben Holub officiating. They celebrated with a reception, dinner, and dance at National Hall in Cameron. The couple has lived all their lives in the MarakYarrellton community. They have two children Linda Marie Vrazel Wilde who married Daniel Wilde in 1976, and Rose Marie Everett; and two grandchildren Jennifer Everett and Justin Everett. Mr. Vrazel was a farmer and rancher. He was also a musician, played accordion, and was manager of the Vrazels’ Polka Band for the entire 55 years that the band performed. He still loves getting up on stage and playing a few songs with the band members for special occasions. Mrs. Vrazel was a cook in the lunchrooms of Cameron Independent School District and is a loving mother and homemaker. She also loves taking care of her lovely rose gardens. Anton and Albina were honored with a diocesan certificate for their faithfulness to their wedding vows on Sunday, June 4 by Father George at
Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Marak. They renewed their wedding vows at mass that day. It is rare to see a couple married for so many years these days, and even more rare to see that they still attend the same church and renew their vows in the same church that they said their original vows in 65 years ago. The couple was treated to a road trip by their daughter Linda, who took them to Shreveport, Louisiana; Vicksburg, Mississippi; Tunica, Mississippi; Memphis, Tennessee; and Jacksonville, Texas, where they went to farm museums, city tours, casinos, train rides, a visit to a safari, and a variety of other activities along the way. Eating out and just spending time together telling stories about things that happened in the family during all those years was the most fun of the entire trip. Anton and Albina are members of Lodge 15, Buckholts. Daniel and Linda Wilde are members of Lodge 24, Cyclone where Daniel serves as president and Linda serves as treasurer. Rose, Justin, and Jennifer Everett are also members of Lodge 24, Cyclone. —SPJST—
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Lodge 18, Elgin presents scholarship
Congratulations to Lodge 18, Elgin scholarship winner Randon Whitsitt, left! Lodge 18 President David Meyer recognized Randon at the June lodge meeting.
Lodge 18, Elgin presents scholarship
Randon Whitsitt and his grandmother were guests at the June meeting of Lodge 18, Elgin. Randon came to say thank you for the scholarship. We did not have an SPJST member apply for the scholarship. Just think - if you are a member, not only can you apply for the local scholarship, the SPJST Home Office gives scholarships also. We know how expensive an education can be. Our granddaughter got her law degree. That was not expensive enough, you have to pay to take the bar exam. Check us out. Please come to one of our meetings - no obligations. See all the benefits that SPJST has to offer. You just might like what you see! Irene Vrabel —SPJST—
Lodge 24, Cyclone gives to FFA, church
Lodge 24, Cyclone met on Monday night, July 9, 2017, amid oceans of ripening corn and a few fields of milo and cotton. The meeting was called to order by President Daniel Wilde with the Pledge of Allegiance and a silent prayer for our deceased members and for the military. Margaret Mikeska read the minutes of the last meeting, and they were approved as read. Linda Wilde gave the treasurer’s report, and it was accepted. Brenda Maddux gave the FAC report with the Corpus Christi Getaway on August 11 to 13. Mark Maddux gave the bar report. State YAD is August 5 in Temple. Richard Green sold the piano for $200 and gave away the furniture. The
trash pickup is now with Centroplex Sanitation as our last operator sold his accounts. They are doing us a single service. We will have our appreciation dinner at Oscar Store on Monday, August 14 at 7 p.m. for everyone who worked at the Mother’s Day fundraiser. We are making plans to host the District Two Fall Meeting on Sunday, August 27. We also talked about the January 20 dance with SqueezeBox with Ted Lange and Mollie B. We are waiting with bated breath for their dance and the Red Ravens dance on February 18. We voted to give $100 to Rogers FFA for an ad on a shirt and $100 to a church picnic. There was a discussion of taking the telephone out that the writer thought was a dumb idea. Sadly, more members were for it. We are a business and cannot afford to run the hall like our home in his opinion. The matter was left open. We did get some bookings from the phone although not many. Brenda Maddux has her foot on the mend, and Margaret Mikeska will have a knee operation in the last week of August. For the Lodge Bobby Hoelscher, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 92, Fort Worth posts activities
Dear Readers, Please join fellow lodge members and friends for all upcoming activities at SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth - National Hall, 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road. We look forward to seeing you and enjoying these activities and events with
you and your family at Lodge 92. Everyone is welcome!
Tuesday, July 25—Game night at Lodge 92 at 7 p.m.
Saturday August 5—Paprskar Memorial Tarok Tournament. Registration and snacks are from 8 to 8:45 a.m. Registration fee is $25. Six one-hour rounds will start at 9 a.m. A noon lunch is included with the registration fee. Trophies will be awarded for the top four scores, and cash will be awarded for the top five scores. Contact John Paprskar at 817-480-3480 for more information or advance registration. Late entries will be accepted if slots are available.
Upcoming events and rental information are available from Event Manager Jon Durham 817-624-1361; or online at www.nationalhallfortworth.com. Fraternally, Angela Paprskar Casteel Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 92, Fort Worth to host Paprskar tarok tourney
The Paprskar Memorial Tarok Tournament will be on Saturday, August 5, 2017, at SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth National Hall, 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road in Fort Worth (Lake Worth). Registration and snacks are 8 to 8:45 a.m. Six, one-hour rounds will begin at 9 a.m. A meal will be included at the noon break. Trophies will be presented for the top four scores, and cash will be awarded for the top five scores. Registration is $25 per player. Late entries will be accepted if player slots are available. Mail your registration fee and name, address, and phone number by July 25 to John Paprskar, 905 Venice Street, Hurst, Texas 76053. For registration, other information, or directions, contact John Paprskar 817480-3480. See the advertisement on page 13 of this week’s Vestnik. —SPJST—
Wilbert and Susan Cernosek celebrate 40th anniversary
Susan and Wilbert Cernosek of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on Friday, July 16, 2017. The couple met in 1975 at Bill Mraz Ballroom. They were married July 16, 1977, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Ammannsville, Texas. They had a very large, traditional Polish/Czech wedding with a grand march and a bridal dance. Music was provided by the Ellinger Combo, the couple’s favorite polka band. They danced into the hall to their favorite polka - “The Texas Plains.” After a honeymoon trip to the Grand Ole Opry, the couple made
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their home in northwest Houston. They have a lovely family consisting of their two children - Melissa Cernosek and Allen Cernosek. They also have a sevenyear-old delightfully funny grandson Lucas Ridgway Cernosek. Wilbert works as an inspector for the city of Houston, and Susan is a retired floral designer. The Cernoseks are celebrating this special year of Susan turning 60, Wilbert turning 65, and 40 wonderful years of marriage by taking their first cruise to Alaska. Now, they look forward to celebrating their 50th. Thanks to all family and friends who make our life worth living. —SPJST—
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Lodge 141, Sealy reports on successful Join Hands Day
SPJST Lodge 141, Sealy members met Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at Gordon Memorial Library. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance led by President Rick Martinez. This was followed by roll call of officers. Secretary Bernice Stolarski read the minutes, and Freda Jemela gave the treasurer’s report. Both were approved. Bernice Stolarski presented a bill for $19.20 to cover the cost of Join Hands Day. This was approved. Join Hands Day was a great success with everyone’s help. We had about 40 youths and adults working together. In August, we will contact Melanie about booking the float for the Austin County Fair parade on Thursday, October 12 and the Wallis Christmas parade which is the third Saturday in December - the 16th. We were waiting for Donnie Victorick to join us; however, we decided to adjourn the meeting since we had no more business to discuss. Apparently, we just missed him by a few minutes. Bernice Stolarski FAC/Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 180, Burleson July meeting minutes
The normal meeting date was postponed because we had another opportunity to celebrate July 4 and be reminded of all that it stood for and what it represents to our country. God bless America. We had our monthly meeting at Burleson Police Department on Tuesday, July 11, 2017. The meeting was called to order by President Nancy Kelly. She asked that Logan Almonte lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance, which was followed by a moment of silent prayer for all of our loved ones. All officers were present with the exception of Secretary Carmon Babina who was not feeling well. She was greatly missed by all. Treasurer Rhonda Hurtik took notes for the secretary so that we may remain current in following protocol for our meetings. Rhonda Hurtik read the minutes of the last meeting, and they were approved as read. The financial report followed and was also approved as read. All communications received were read at this time and contained many thank yous regarding our contributions to the Burleson Police Foundation as well as Burleson Police Teddy Bear Fund. We also received many individual thank yous and phone calls as well from those people who participated in this community outreach program. Sergeant Shelly Henken of the Burleson Police Department was our guest for the evening. She is responsible for the Explorer Group, Post 4911, which is a group of young people who
Lodge 141, Sealy appreciates Gordon Memorial Library
Lodge 141, Sealy members Bernice, left, and Bennie, right, Stolarski present Gordon Memorial Librarian Joyce Williams with a monetary donation for the use of the library meeting room for lodge meetings.
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Lodge 117, Robstown members assist with birthday party at Windsor of Calallen
Dear Věstník Readers, SPJST Lodge 117, Robstown members attended the birthday party for the residents of Windsor of Calallen Nursing Home. Activity Director Melinda Hernandez, staff, and residents look forward to us coming each month. They especially look for the “Chicken Man of Calallen.” Vice President/FAC Frank
Sijansky is asked to do the “Chicken Dance.” After everyone has been served cake, ice cream, and a drink, we hand out treat bags to the birthday celebrants. Fraternally, Kathryn Marek Treasurer —SPJST—
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 117, Robstown Vice President/FAC Frank Sijansky gives a treat bag to an April birthday celebrant. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 117 Treasurer Kathryn Marek, right, gives a treat bag to the May birthday celebrant. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 117 President Frances McDonald, back, gives a treat bag to the June birthday celebrant.
are interested in police activity and are being trained and guided in many different areas. One day one of these young persons might just save your life. Shelly accepted some tee-shirts and hats to be distributed to her group of young folks. She was very thankful for the items and said that she knew her “kids” would really enjoy being able to wear them. July birthday members are Claudia Esquivel, Fabian Soria, Jr., Don Thomas, Bradley Janek, Leon Flusche, John Hilcher, Renee Greenlees, Ernest Kelly, Jr., Meredith Cox, Sandy Almonte, and Chester Bean. Many birthday wishes go out to all of these fine folks. At the conclusion of the meeting, we adjourned to the Mexican Inn in Burleson where we feasted on delicious Mexican food and drink. We all participated in the birthday celebration and enjoyed a decadent, white chocolate cake with raspberry throughout and white frosting drizzled on top. The waiters and waitresses all sang “Happy Birthday” to the three celebrants present - Sandy Almonte, Leon Flusche, and Ernest Kelly.
Next Meeting—August 1 The next meeting will be held at the usual designated time - first Tuesday of each month at Burleson Police Depart-
ment at 6 p.m. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting. Fraternally yours, Nancy Kelly President/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 187 Round Rock remembers Mr. Wilfred Fuchs
Hello, there! We started our meeting with a moment of silence for Mr. Wilfred Fuchs. Our SPJST family was informed on S u n d a y, June 25, 2017, by P a m Fuchs that her father Wi l f r e d Fuchs h a d passed on Friday afternoon, June 23.
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We are all saddened and will truly miss him and his jokes, music, singing, and the presence of him that lights up the room. President Tom Etheredge then went over all the communications and events from the Home Office. We discussed the kids campout, adult weekend retreat, and summer getaway. Tom Etheredge then discussed the Fourth of July and the really cool story behind it, and how it should really be on the 2nd! I wish all were there to hear it. He also added that actress Reese Witherspoon is of direct descent from John Witherspoon who signed the Declaration of Independence. For some great entertainment, Jennave Fuchs led us in some patriotic songs, and she also read Wilfred Fuchs favorite poem, “Set me Free.” It was beautiful. Thank you so very much! Every time I hear the song “Silent Night,” I will think of a great man named Wilfred Fuchs. Set Me Free a poem by Valentino M. Flores
Don’t grieve for me, now I’m free, I’m following the path God laid for me. I took his hand when I heard him call. I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day, to laugh, to love to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way, I found that peace at the close of the day. If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, ah, yes, these things I too will miss.
Be not burdened with time of sorrow, I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life’s been full, I’ve savored much. Good friends, good times, an undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me. God wanted me now, he set me free.
We enjoyed a tasty potluck of hot dogs with all the fixings! Birthdays for July include Ty Roman, Helen Urbis, Richard Henderson, Nancy Johnson, Glenn Ehlinger, Connie Hoelscher, Donna Hagens, Stephen Keltgen, Lori Petty, Patrick Fojt, Kenneth Meyer, Lauren Johnson, Blake Henderson, Brandon Johnson, Nathan Ehlinger, Lindsey Evans, Caleb Meyer, Bradley Scott Barron, and Keely Hrachovy. District Two Meeting—August 27 The next gathering will be at the Dis-
trict Two Fall Meeting on Sunday, August 27 at Lodge 24, Cyclone Flag Hall. Our next home gathering will be Sunday, September 10 at the new time of 4 p.m. Blessings to all, Jennifer McCarthy, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 155, Austin youth participates in Fourth of July parade
Lodge 191, Lufkin anniversary dance Friday, July 21
We hope everyone had a great Fourth of July and realized what the day means. It is really beginning to feel like summertime now, but we had a great spring this year. It did not go from cold to hot in one day. Everyone had a great time at the June dance with Glenn Lenderman and Friends. Maxey Kirkley won the 50-50 drawing, but had to leave early so he gave his ticket to Vic Moravits who accepted the money on Maxey’s behalf. The free dance tickets, to any dance but New Year’s Eve, were won by Wanda Hunt and Vic Moravits. Congratulations to all of the winners! SPJST’s newest member is Linda Darlene Montgomery from Huntington. Welcome to SPJST, Darlene! This means she gets to come to the anniversary dance free of charge, plus she only has to pay $6 to attend the dance each month. The Friday, July 21 dance will be the anniversary dance to which all of the members get in free of charge. The band for the anniversary dance will be Jarando, formerly Buffalo Nickel. Please bring a covered dish or snack food for the food table. SPJST Lodge 191, Lufkin will give two $500 scholarships. One goes to
Joy Elizabeth Eskew of Lodge 155, Austin participated in the Glenwood Neighborhood Parade on the Fourth of July in Hutto, Texas. Joy, left, is pictured in her decorated wagon and, right photo, with her parents Amy and Robert Eskew prior to the start of the parade. Amy is also a member of Lodge 155.
Brady Welch, grandson of Ruth Welch, and one goes to Hunter VanSchoubroek, grandson of Velma VanSchoubroek. There will also be a silent auction. If you have a new item or slightly used item that you would like to add to the auction, please bring it to the dance to be added. This money will be used to help pay for the insurance for the lodge. All of the members who have been on the sick list are still getting better, but please keep praying for them and their families. The next SPJST business meeting will be Monday, July 17. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. All members are urged to attend. Pat Scogin, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 180, Burleson presents tee-shirts, caps to Explorer Group
Lodge 180, Burleson President Nancy Kelly, right, presents “Back the Blue” tee-shirts and caps to Sergeant Shelly Henken of the Burleson Police Department. Sergeant Henken is responsible for the Explorer Group, Post 4911, which is a group of young people who are interested in police activity and are being trained and guided in many different areas.
Lodge 246 Morgan’s Point supports July 23 Oliver Family Benefit
Dear Readers, Bell County citizens and the Morgan’s Point community are saddened by a tragic boating accident that occurred on the evening of Friday, June 23, 2017, at Belton Lake. Fouryear-old Kaitlyn Oliver lost her life, and her father Patrick Oliver lost both his legs in a brave attempt to save his daughter’s life. The physical and emotional loss was too much for Patrick to bear, and he succumbed to his injuries and passed away on July 6. The community is pulling together to assist the family in raising funds for medical expenses. The Oliver Family Benefit is set for Sunday, July 23 from 12 to 6 p.m. at Bo’s Barn and Dancehall, located at 4984 West FM 93 in Temple, Texas. Barbecue plates will be served from 12 to 2 p.m. for $5 minimum per plate. Bands scheduled to play will be Last Call, The Debonaires, Mark Richey, and Billy Holt. Other activities include a silent auction, 50/50 drawing, lotto basket, and prize drawing. A live auction with Jeff Parker will be held at 1 p.m.
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Lodge 246 members are joining together to support the benefit. If you would like to help the Oliver family, make a donation to the silent or live auctions, assist with baked goods setup/cleanup, serve food, and/or attend this event to show your support. For more information about the fundraiser, please contact Deb Swift-Alejandro at 254-231-7068. Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny, Secretary —SPJST—
★ ★ Reunions ★ ★
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. •••
Krampota family
The Krampota family reunion will be held on Saturday, August 5 at VFW Post 5237 Hall, 812 South Douglas Street in Alvin from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For the meal, please bring a side dish - either salad, vegetable, or dessert. We are having a silent auction, lots of food and fun, and Malinky - Tiny the clown. For information, call Helen McGee 281-778-9007; or Jerry Krampota 281585-3249. Submitted by, Jerry Krampota Lodge 139, Danbury •••
July 23 Kresta family—at Moravia Hall in Moravia. For information and RSVP, contact Cindi 361-218-1234. Submitted by Marylyn Kresta Kubecka, Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje. •••
August 12 Descendants of John and Francis (Dusek) Shenkir family—at Seaton Community Center in Seaton. For information, contact Jeffrey Jakubik 979324-5020; or via email jeffjakubik75@gmail.com; or Carlson Jakubik 830-708-6165; or via email cjakubik39@gmail.com. Submitted by Carlson Jakubik, LLM, Lodge 9, Snook.
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by d.knape
Popcorn Once opened bag one cannot stop
to be fulfilled from corn which pops behind you leave trail of debris
floor covered in darn popcorn seeds. —SPJST—
I Hear America Texting by d.knape
I hear America texting her constant tap tapping from sea to shining sea every street and highway all atwitter men and women on the way to work behind the wheel sending their messages of love and nonsense crashing into guard rails rear ending each other still typing away on tiny keyboards their small thoughts of the day emoji emotions miles of pings responding with happy faces merrily they roll along on their new gadgets speaking of lost causes lost language less eye to eye it’s a brave new world driving while texting our evolution from climbing trees and artful cursive to blanking screens held precariously beside steering wheels thumbs numb from texting. we know less than before. —SPJST—
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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.
Districts Three, Six, and Seven Camp this week
We are really excited about our “Live the Adventures of SPJST” camp theme this year. So many activities are planned for campers of all ages. Districts Three, Six, and Seven Camp will begin Wednesday, July 19 and end Sunday, July 23 after breakfast and clean up. We are asking that chaperones and LITs arrive at 6:30 p.m. to prepare for campers’ arrival at 7 p.m. Registration is scheduled from 7 to 9 p.m. If you cannot arrive before 9 p.m. on Wednesday, arrangements must be made with Kay and CarrieAnn. Registration will be held in the dining hall, but please leave your luggage in your vehicle until you are assigned to your cabin. Parents or those dropping off campers must stay until all registration has been completed for each camper.
Medications All marked medications must be turned in to the nurse in the original bottle, in a clear plastic bag, and labelled appropriately. There should only be enough medication for the time needed at camp.
Electronics All camper cell phones, iPods, MP3 players, headsets, and any other electronic device will be turned in at registration. Campers’ electronic devices will not be left in vehicles parked on campgrounds or left with parent chaperones. This rule is for all campers and LIT’s. If it is determined that a camper has not adhered to these rules, parents will be notified to take the camper home.
Please do not bring food or drinks. Plenty will be provided. Each camper is asked to bring a labelled water bottle. There will be water jugs around camp to refill your water bottle.
Things to Bring r Clothes for each day (5) r 2 swimsuits (one for the swimming pool; one for the blob/pond/lake) r Swimsuit cover-up r Beach towel r Bath towels, wash cloths r Twin sheets, pillow, and/or sleeping bag r Light blanket r Personal items such as toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant r Shampoo and soap r Tennis shoes r No open-toed shoes r Flip-flops can only be worn in the cabin and at swimming pool r Flashlight r Sunscreen (pump-style only, not aerosol spray type) r Insect repellant (pump-style only, not aerosol-spray type) r Refillable water bottle with your name on it r Plastic bag for dirty clothes r Safari/adventure accessories for the dance r If you have any prescriptions, please give to nurse with all medical instructions. r A medical note is needed if you are not able to participate in an activity.
Please Do Not Bring . . . 8 Money 8 Cell phones 8 Electronics of any kind 8 Food or snacks 8 Expensive clothes, jewelry or electric/battery equipment - SPJST
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Districts Three, Six, and Seven will not be responsible to replace if broken, lost or stolen during camp. 8 Knives, tobacco, firearms, drugs, fireworks, etc.
2017-2018 Camp Dress Code During your stay at SPJST Summer Camp, we want you to have the best experience possible. SPJST has developed the following dress code to assure that no one will feel offended or uncomfortable during his or her stay. Please be advised that the following dress code will be enforced for all individuals attending camp, including staff, counselors, and chaperones.
1. Clothing: All clothing shall be neat, clean, and acceptable in repair and appearance and shall be worn within the bounds of decency and good taste as appropriate for SPJST events. 2. Articles of clothing which display profanity, products, or slogans which promote tobacco, alcohol, drugs, sex, or are in any other way distracting, are prohibited.
3. Excessively baggy, short, or tight
District Two Duke excited about year
clothing and clothing which advertises gang symbols or affiliation is prohibited.
4. Items of clothing which expose bare midriffs, bare chests, undergarments, or that are transparent (see-through) are prohibited. Tank tops with straps wider then one inch are permitted. Please be advised that spaghetti straps, shirts which expose a bare back, halter tops, and tube tops are prohibited.
5. Swimming - for all water recreation— Swimsuits for men: Swim trunks only (no shorts, cut-off pants, or Speedos) Swimsuits for women: One-piece suits recommended, however, two-piece suits are allowed as long as they are modestly cut. No string, thong, or crochet suits will be allowed. Swimsuits may only be worn during swimming activities.
If you choose to dress inappropriately, you will be asked to change or be required to wear a camp-issued shirt. By planning ahead and packing appropriately, you will save yourself the inconvenience of having to change, and you will be contributing to a pleasant camp atmosphere. Suggestion for parents of first-time and/or young campers, please place one day of clothing in a marked plastic bag. This is a great help in getting ready in the early morning. We cannot wait to see you at ENC for a fun and exciting time “Living the Adventures of SPJST.” Fraternally yours, Kay Gerlich Weeks District Three Youth Counselor CarrieAnn Jones District Three Assistant Youth Counselor —SPJST—
I participated in District Two YAD on Saturday, July 8, 2017, and had a great time. I’m so excited that Ryan and I won the royalty contest. I’m looking forward to riding on the Corvettes and representing District Two. Thank you, Ryan Festa, for choosing me to be your duke! Tyson Bilbrey Lodge 47, Seaton 2017-2018 District Two Duke —SPJST—
District Five YAD this Sunday at Lodge 88, Houston
Dear Members, Lodge 88, Houston will host District Five Youth Achievement Day on Sunday, July 23, 2017. Registration is from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Lunch will be available at a nominal cost from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Snacks, sodas, and water are also available in the bar area. Youth, please read and review all Youth Achievement Day rules in your youth club handbook or online at www.spjst.org. The program will begin at 1 p.m. and
include talent and royalty. Please come out and enjoy the youth of District Five. Bring your friends and guests, too. See you there! Fraternally, Michelle Wockenfuss Assistant District Five Youth Counselor —SPJST—
Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club invites all to July 25 swim party
Dear Members and Friends, Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club invites all to a swim party and membership drive on Tuesday, July 25, 2017, at Pleasanton City Pool. Bring a towel and a friend for an
SPJST State YAD Saturday, August 5 in Temple
SPJST will showcase its youth at State Youth Achievement Day on Saturday, August 5 at the Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Convention Center, located at 3303 North Third Street in Temple. All youth participants must register their entries between 9 and 10 a.m. in the lobby of the convention center. Royalty contestants are asked to meet at the stage for a brief rehearsal and further instructions at 9:30 a.m. - after they register their entries. Youth will compete in a special category contest at 10 a.m. in the dining room. This contest is left a surprise to all competitors until the day of the event. Past special category contests have included play-dough construction, story-telling, and drawing. If you have not registered for special category, please contact your local lodge youth leader. All entry cards must be turned in to the Home Office no later than 5 p.m. on Wednesday, August 2. The day’s program begins with opening ceremonies at 11 a.m. Lunch will be available for a nominal charge from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Other food will be available throughout the day. SPJST youth who received first place honors at their district competitions across Texas this summer will compete at the state level in various competitions, including group and individual talent, speech, nine craft categories, special category, and youth club poster and scrapbook. Following judging, crafts, special category entries, posters, and scrapbooks will be displayed for the public.
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evening of fun! The pool is reserved for Lodge 202 Youth Club from 7 to 10 p.m. We will have sausage wraps, drinks, and lots of snacks. Bring your water guns and pool toys. Lifeguards will be on duty. For each friend that you bring and invite to join the youth club, you will receive an extra ticket for the door prize drawing. We want to spread the word about our awesome youth club! We will also have brochures and information for anyone wanting more information about joining the youth club. For more information, contact Youth Leader Regina House at 830-570-2046 or email spjst202youth@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you and your friends on July 25 in Pleasanton! Fraternally, Regina House, Youth Leader —SPJST—
Talent competition begins at approximately 11:45 a.m. Young people who have completed kindergarten to high school senior will compete in dance, vocal, instrumentals, and dramatics. The Ceska Beseda dance exhibition will be performed prior to the beginning of the talent competition. Scholarships totaling $11,500 will be presented to SPJST youth members during the day. This year’s food category is pies. Following judging, pies will be sold in a silent auction to the highest bidders. All proceeds will go to the SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC) at Cooper Farm and the SPJST Scholarship Fund. A kolache and punch reception honoring the youth will be held prior to the State Royalty competition. 2016-2017 State King Colby See and State Duke J. Beaux Hruska, both of Lodge 9, Snook, State Queen Amanda Hoggard of Lodge 202, Jourdanton, and State Duchess Rileigh Kitchen of Lodge 185, New Braunfels will then preside over the 2017 SPJST State Royalty Competition which begins at approximately 2:30 p.m. The king and queen are selected on the basis of a prepared three-minute speech during which they are scored on content, delivery, and overall poise. They are also scored on onstage interview questions. King and queen candidates are high school-aged SPJST youth club members. The 2017-2018 State King and Queen will represent SPJST at events across Texas. They will also each receive $1,500 scholarships. For more information about the SPJST Youth Program or State Youth Achievement Day, call 254-773-1575. —SPJST—
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Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Kenna Braden (20) 2nd - Camdon Bartek (47) 3rd - Nash Belson (47)
Saturday, July 8, 2017 • Lodge 47, Seaton
District Two Youth Achievement Day
Constructed Items - Wood
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Dawsen Carter (47) 2nd - Makayla Newsom (48)
Ages 12 to 14 1st - James Teague (20) 2nd - Brooke Newsom (48) 3rd - Hailey Girod (29)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Chase Alexander (47) 2nd - Angelina Ringwald (47) 3rd - Ty Stock (24) Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Sebastian Goodman (20) 2nd - Paetyn Beckendorf (182) 3rd - Nash Belson (47)
Foods - Pies
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Ariana Federle (47) 2nd - Bailee Beckendorf (182) 3rd - Dawsen Carter (47)
Ages 12 to 14 1st - Megan Malcik (24) 2nd - Garrett Festa (47) 3rd - Kasen Carroll (47)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Nash Campbell (24) 2nd - Chase Alexander (47) 3rd - Cade Campbell (24)
Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Rebecca Federle (47) 2nd - Kenna Braden (20) 3rd - Aubrey Marshall (20)
Handicraft
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Bailee Beckendorf (182) 2nd - Lydia Federle (47) 3rd - Tyson Bilbrey (47) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Megan Malcik (24) 2nd - Hailey Girod (29) 3rd - James Teague (20)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Shelby Horak (80) 2nd - Hunter Bartek (47) 3rd - Chase Alexander (47)
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Constructed Items
Left to right, Kenna Braden (20), Dawsen Carter (47), James Teague (20), Chase Alexander (47). Foods
Left to right, Sebastian Goodman (20), Ariana Federle (47), Megan Malcik (24), Nash Campbell (24). Handicraft
Left to right, Rebecca Federle (47), Bailee Beckendorf (182), Megan Malcik (24), Shelby Horak (80). Hobby Kits
Left to right, Camdon Bartek (47), Jayten Burt (47), Garrett Festa (47), Angelina Ringwald (47).
Needlework
Left to right, Aubrey Marshall (20), Dawsen Carter (47), Macey Malcik (24).
Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Camdon Bartek (47) 2nd - Sebastian Goodman (20) 3rd - Tamryn Stock (47)
Hobby Kits
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Jayten Burt (47) 2nd - Kal-El Martinez (47) 3rd - Sterling Marshall (20)
Ages 12 to 14 1st - Garrett Festa (47) 2nd - Brooke Newsom (48) 3rd - Hailey Girod (29)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Angelina Ringwald (47) 2nd - Ryan Festa (47) 3rd - Nash Campbell (24)
Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Aubrey Marshall (20) 2nd - Camdon Bartek (47) 3rd - Paetyn Beckendorf (182)
Needlework
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Dawsen Carter (20) 2nd - Bailee Beckendorf (182)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Macey Malcik (24) 2nd - Hunter Bartek (47) 3rd - Shelby Horak (80) Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Gabe Daulton (20) 2nd - Lauren Jirasek (29) 3rd - Aubrey Marshall (20)
Photography - Motor Vehicle
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Sterling Marshall (20) 2nd - Seth Martinez (47) 3rd - Lydia Federle (47)
Ages 12 to 14 1st - Hailey Girod (29) 2nd - Kasen Carroll (47)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Cade Campbell (24) 2nd - Chase Alexander (47) 3rd - Kyndall Carroll (47) Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Gabe Daulton (20) 2nd - Kenna Braden (20) 3rd - Aubrey Marshall (20)
Pictorial Arts
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Sterling Marshall (20) 2nd - Tyson Bilbrey (47) 3rd - Dawsen Carter (47)
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Ages 12 to 14 1st - Hailey Girod (29) 2nd - Dannikka Bartek (47) 3rd - Garrett Festa (47)
Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Aubrey Marshall (20) 2nd - Kenna Braden (20) 3rd - Paetyn Beckendorf (182)
Science and Education
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Jaysen Carter (47) 2nd - Brinley Belson (47) 3rd - Sterling Marshall (20)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Zoe Talasek (47) 2nd - Macey Malcik (24)
Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Camdon Bartek (47) 2nd - Sebastian Goodman (20) 3rd - Nash Belson (47)
Sewing
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Brinley Belson (47) 2nd - Lydia Federle (47) 3rd - Ariana Federle (47)
Ages 12 to 14 1st - Dannikka Bartek (47)
1st - Lodge 20, Granger 2nd - Lodge 47, Seaton
Poster
1st - Lodge 47, Seaton
Scrapbook
Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Kenna Braden (20) 2nd - Paetyn Beckendorf (182)
Individual Talent
Ages 9 to 11 1st - Bailee Beckendorf (182) 2nd - Seth Martinez (47) 3rd - Makayla Newsom (48) Ages 12 to 14 1st - James Teague (20) 2nd - Brooke Newsom (48)
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Angelina Ringwald (47) 2nd - Chase Alexander (47)
Pictorial Arts
Left to right, Gabe Daulton (20), Sterling Marshall (20), Hailey Girod (29), Shelby Horak (80). Science and Education
Left to right, Aubrey Marshall (20), Jaysen Carter (47), James Teague (20), Zoe Talasek (47).
Sewing
Left to right, Camdon Bartek (47), Brinley Belson (47), Dannikka Bartek (47). Individual Talent
Left to right, Kenna Braden (20), Bailee Beckendorf (182), James Teague (20), Angelina Ringwald (47).
Junior Group Talent
1st - Lodge 47, Seaton Dannikka Bartek Kyndall Carroll Angelina Ringwald
Senior Group Talent District Queen Shelby Horak (80) District Duchess Molley Taisler (80)
Royalty
First Runner-Up Queen Zoe Talasek (47) First Runner-Up Duchess Madison Roantes (47) District King Ryan Festa (47) District Duke Tyson Bilbrey (47)
First Runner-Up King Hunter Bartek (47) First Runner-Up Duke Camdon Bartek (47) —SPJST—
Saturday, July 8, 2017 • Lodge 47, Seaton
Ages 12 to 14 1st - James Teague (20)
Left to right, Gabe Daulton (20) Sterling Marshall (20), Hailey Girod (29), Cade Campbell (24).
1st - Lodge 182, Falls County Bailee Beckendorf Paetyn Beckendorf
District Two Youth Achievement Day
Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Shelby Horak (80) 2nd - Macey Malcik (24) 3rd - Kyndall Carroll (47)
Photography
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LEFT PHOTO: District Two Royalty Court. Front, left to right, are Rebecca Federle (47), Tamryn Stock (47), 2016-2017 District Two Duchess Madison Roantes (47), 2017-2018 District Two Duchess Molley Taisler (80), 2017-2018 District Two Duke Tyson Bilbrey (47), Camdon Bartek (47), and Ariana Federle (47). Back: Kyndall Carroll (47), Dannikka Bartek (47), 2016-2017 District Two Queen Zoe Talasek (47), 2017-2018 District Two Queen
Shelby Horak (80), 2017-2018 District Two King Ryan Festa (47), 2016-2017 District Two King Hunter Bartek (47), and Angelina Ringwald (47). RIGHT PHOTO: District Two Royalty family are Kelly, Clayton, and Duchess Molley Taisler (80); Frank, Connie, and Queen Shelby Horak (80); King Ryan, Garrett, Christine, and Terry Festa (47); and Duke Tyson, Sydney, and Chelsea Bilbrey (47).
LEFT PHOTO: District Two Youth Leaders and Assistant Youth Leaders. Front, left to right, Michelle Newsom (48), Becky Beckendorf (182), Sharla Pechal (47), Kim Campbell (24), Emilie Tischler (20), Connie Horak (80), and Chelsea Bilbrey (47). Back: District Two Assistant DYC/Youth Leader Amber Bartek (47), DYC Patsy Koslovsky (47), and Assistant DYC/Youth Leader Cristy Girod (29). RIGHT PHOTO: 2015-2016 State Queen Kacie Vanecek (48) receives a hug and kiss on the cheek from DYC Patsy Koslovsky. Kacie served as mistress of ceremonies.
Saturday, July 8, 2017 • Lodge 47, Seaton
District Two Youth Achievement Day
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Junior Group Talent Lodge 182, Falls County Paetyn Beckendorf, left, and Bailee Beckendorf.
Senior Group Talent Lodge 47, Seaton Left to right, Dannikka Bartek, Angelina Ringwald, Kyndall Carroll.
Merit Points Top Teen Hunter Bartek, left, and Top Junior Tyson Bilbrey, both of Lodge 47, Seaton.
Youth Achievement Award James Bostick Lodge 47, Seaton
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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; 979-9689399; or email info@czechtexas.org.
August 5 Paprskar Memorial Tarok Tournament Vi—at SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth - National Hall, 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road, Fort Worth (Lake Worth). Register by mail by July 25 to John Paprskar, 905 Venice Street, Hurst, Texas 76053. For registration, other information, or directions, contact John Paprskar 817-480-3480. Submitted by John Paprskar, Lodge 92, Fort Worth.
September 2 Westfest Tarok Tournament—in West. Contact Brian Sykora 254-826-5314.
Texas Czech Genealogical Society Website: txczgs.org
Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs.”
For membership: Merlene Bravenec 254-778-7285
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Paprskar Memorial Tarok Tournament VI
Saturday August 5, 2017 at
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3316 Roberts Cut Off Road Fort Worth (Lake Worth), Texas Registration: $25 per player Registration and Snacks 8 to 8:45 a.m.
6 one-hour rounds begin at 9 a.m. Meal included at noon break Trophies for top 4 scores Cash for top 5 scores For more information or directions: John Paprskar 817-480-3480
Late entries accepted if player slots are available. To register, mail your name, address, and phone number to: John Paprskar, 905 Venice Street, Hurst, Texas 76053
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Wednesday, July 19, 2017
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 and is expected to be completed by September. Until then, there is a detour to the hall. See directions below. Don’t let a little detour deter you from attending all lodge events! Friday, July 21—Social Saturday, July 22—Kocian family reunion Sunday, July 23—Hoover reunion
Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Note: The bridge on the road to the hall is out. Update: Work has started on the bridge and is expected to be completed by September. 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. 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.
Wednesday, July 19—Taylor Made Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, July 21—Old Friends, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, July 28—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.
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 month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Visit www.seatonstarhall.com.
LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: From Taylor, take the South Loop. Turn right on FM 112 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.
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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.
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.
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LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Friday, July 28—The Fab 5 - Beatles tribute. $10 Saturday, August 5—Moonglow Orchestra, big band. *Dress code. $15 Saturday, August 19—Gary Dossett Orchestra, big band. *Dress code. $15
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 InHall: 713-869-5767; or visit formation: 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) NOTE: The July meeting has changed to Wednesday, July 5 at 6:30 p.m. Please see the lodge letters’ section for more information. Tuesday, July 25—Game night at Lodge 92, 7 p.m. Saturday, August 5—Paprskar Memorial Tarok Tournament Vi: Registration and snacks 8 to 8:45 a.m. Six one-hour rounds start at 9 a.m. Noon lunch included with $25 registration fee. Trophies for top 4 scores. Cash for top 5 scores. Contact John Paprskar 818480-3480 for more information or advance registration. Late entries will be accepted if slots are available.
Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cut Off 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 Cut Off, 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: Sec-
ond 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) Attention: Starting September 10, 2017, Lodge 187, Round Rock monthly meetings will begin at 4 p.m. instead of 2 p.m. Please note the meeting time change on your calendar. We hope to see everyone at the next meeting on Sunday, September 10 at 4 p.m.
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, beginning at 4 p.m. at the hall, followed by entertainment and potluck meal. LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at (unless otherwise noted) C and J Barbecue, 1010 South Texas Avenue in Bryan.
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LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Friday, July 21—Anniversary dance: Music by Jarando. Silent auction. All SPJST members - free of charge. Friday, August 18—Glenn Lenderman and Friends
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) Sunday, August 20—Lodge meeting
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 Cadance Wager 713-515-2835. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Cadance Wager 713-515-2835.
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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