Vestnik 2017.08.02 by SPJST

Volume 105 Number 31

2017-2018 District One Royalty

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Congratulations to 2017-2018 District One Royalty. They are, left to right, Duchess Dakota Kienow and Queen Grace Lewis, both of Lodge 9, Snook, and King Dillon Narro and Duke Cobey McCuller, both of Lodge 17, New Tabor. District One YAD photos and results appear on pages 20 to 23.

2017-2018 District Five Royalty

Congratulations to 2017-2018 District Five Queen Jade Caffey, left, and Duchess Anahi Guerrero, both of Lodge 88, Houston. They were crowned on July 23 at Lodge 88, Houston. District Five YAD photos and results appear on pages 24 and 25.

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SPJST will showcase its youth at throughout the day. State Youth Achievement Day on SaturSPJST youth who received first place day, August 5 at the Frank W. Mayborn honors at their district competitions Civic and Convention Center, located at across Texas this summer will compete 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 CROWNING THE NEXT KING, QUEEN, DUKE, drawing. If you have AND DUCHESS. 2016-2017 SPJST State Royalty not registered for spe- Duke J. Beaux Hruska, King Colby See, Duchess cial category, please Rileigh Kitchen, and Queen Amanda Hoggard - will contact your local lodge crown the 2017-2018 State Royalty this Saturday youth leader. All entry at the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center in cards must be turned in Temple. Contestant bios appear on pages 16 and to the Home Office no 17. The State YAD schedule is on page 26. later than 5 p.m. on Wednesday, August 2. at the state level in various contests, inThe day’s program begins with open- cluding group and individual talent, ing ceremonies at 11 a.m. Lunch will be speech, nine craft categories, special catcatered by Oscar Store. It will include a egory, and youth club poster and scraphamburger, chips, cookie, and tea for $6 book. Following judging, crafts, special and be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Concession food will be available Continued on Page 26.

Inside This Week’s Vestnik

Youth Section.....................................18 Vestnik Project ..................................19 State YAD Information.......................26 Czech Culture ....................................27 Advertisements .................................29 Lodge Calendar .................................30

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Lodge 47 Seaton shares barbecue cookoff scenes

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Victoria Vydrzal of Lodge 38 achieves Grand Age of 96

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Meet the 2017-2018 State King and Queen Contestants

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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

Best of Luck, SPJST Youth!

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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est of luck to all youth who are participating in this Saturday’s State Youth Achievement Day at the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center in Temple. A schedule appears on page 26 of this week’s Věstník. SPJST youth - along with their parents and grandparents - have been preparing for this day for many weeks and months. The SPJST Youth Program is a threepart program - educational, patriotic, and social - and Youth Achievement Days are a huge part of the educational element. The nine craft categories - constructed items, foods, handicraft, hobby kits, needlework, photography, pictorial arts, science and education, and sewing - plus, special category at State YAD - promote growing and learning in so many ways for kids. Arts and crafts projects encourage fine motor skills, neural development, problem-solving abilities, and creativity. The talent portion of the State YAD program will surely entertain you. Youth will compete in individual and group talents like singing, dancing, and dramatics. The competition is a great opportunity for our young people to get up in front of a crowd to perform. It builds confidence and experience and develops leadership. Six young ladies and four young men will compete for the prestigious titles of 2017-2018 SPJST State King and State Queen. The contestants are featured on pages 16 and 17. The speeches that these contestants have prepared summarize the benefits of active membership in an SPJST youth club and restore hope for SPJST’s future.

SPJST Calendar Update For the first time in 46 years, or since 1971, the State Royalty Court will not be featured on the SPJST Calendar. We will share the traditional royalty photo on the cover of an upcoming Věstník. In the July 18 to 20 quarterly meeting, the Supreme Lodge voted 6 to 5 to not print a 2018 calendar. Thanks to the almost 3,000 members who checked “yes” on the form asking if they would like to continue receiving the annual SPJST calendar. And, thanks to Temple Daily Telegram for researching more cost effective calendar formats. We will plan to include some of the calendar’s features - like the recipes in an upcoming Věstník. Heartfelt Sympathy We send sincere sympathy to SPJST Home Office Scanning/Data Entry Clerk Marie Wolf and her family. Marie’s mother Frances Kohut, 95, passed away on July 17. Her funeral service was July 21 at St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Temple. Our thoughts and prayers are with Marie and her family.

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Family Fun 4 4 and Important Dates

SPJST State Youth Achievement Day Mayborn Center, Temple (2) August 5 Lodge 92, Fort Worth hosts Paprskar Memorial Tarok Tournament VI (3) August 9 No Věstník Printed Aug. 11-13 SPJST Corpus Christi Getaway Weekend (7) August 16 District Three Outing • Hurricane Harbor (3) August 20 Lodge 4, Hallettsville Family Day St. Mary’s Hall, Hallettsville (6) August 20 Lodge 73, Seymour Member Appreciation Lunch/ Reorganizational Meeting Seymour Senior Citizen Building (4) August 26 Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Kolace Workshop (1) August 27 District Two Fall Fun Day • Lodge 24, Cyclone (2) August 27 Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Country Store Snook VFD Barbecue (1) August 30 No Věstník Printed Sept. 2 SPJST Float - Westfest Parade Hosted by District Three Youth (3) Sept. 2 SPJST Float - Westfest Parade Hosted by Lodge 183, Arlington (3) 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’ Continuing Education Training: 2 Hours - Ethics/2 Hours - Designating Beneficiaries Lodge 81, Needville (5) Sept. 16 Lodge 47, Seaton Outdoor Extravaganza (2) Sept. 22-24 SPJST Camp for Adults SPJST ENC, Ledbetter (1) Sept. 22-23 District Youth Counselors’ Fall Meeting Fort Worth (3) Sept. 23 SPJST Float - Burleson County Fair Parade Hosted by District One Youth (1)

Thanks, Henrietta Milan, for Beautifying the SPJST Home Office Lobby!

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SPJST INTEREST RATES . . . 08/01/2017 - 10/31/2017 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%

Special thanks to American Impressionist Henrietta Milan, center, of SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth for the beautiful paintings that she gifted to SPJST Home Office that will be displayed in the front lobby. Sister Henrietta is pictured with her husband Jerry Milan, who serves as president of Lodge 154 and president of the Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center. The painting above is a 30 x 48 copy of an original by Moravian artist Joža Úprka. The painting is displayed on the wall behind the desk of Receptionist Tamara Gettys, pictured far left. Henrietta and Jerry will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on September 15, 2017. A self-taught artist, Henrietta uses only a palette knife to create canvases rich with texture. The viewer wishes to touch the painting’s surface to “read” the almost sculptural quality of the paint. Her fascination of light and color are used to create beautiful paintings which are filled with life and movement in the tradition of the impressionist masters. The Fort Worth Milan Gallery is Henrietta’s home gallery. She paints from photographs and images she creates. Henrietta’s work is known worldwide with paintings in Indonesia, Switzerland, Czechoslovakia, New Zealand, and Japan. Giving back to her community is something Henrietta feels strongly about. She is personally active with several charitable organizations, and gives to countless others by donating paintings, lithographs, and note cards. Her generous donations, in the tens of thousands of dollars each year, benefit local, regional, and national organizations annually. In 1995, because of her charitable contributions, she was recognized by the mayor, senator, and congressman of her hometown with a day named in her honor. BELOW: The SPJST Home Office lobby, located at 520 North Main Street in Temple, Texas, features two of Henrietta’s paintings. Thank you, Sister Milan, for generously sharing your gift with all who visit the SPJST Home Office.

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Articles are clear and picture quality is better. I would encourage anyone who wants to continue getting the Vestnik to use the email option. Save a tree/paper and money, too. Barbara Zabcik Docekal Lodge 130, Dallas —SPJST—

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State FAC shares August fraternal updates

Fall Fun Days Start in September District fall fun days will begin in August. Remember, the meetings are fun events. All business should be limited to emergency issues only. What a great time to meet fellow members in your district, renew old acquaintances, and make new ones. Dates for the fall fun days are:

District One—Sunday, October 8 Lodge 186, Caldwell District Two—Sunday, August 27 Lodge 24, Cyclone District Three—Sunday, October 22 Lodge 183, Arlington District Four—Saturday, October 7 The Barn in Towel Park 3000 Towel Park Road Snyder, Texas hosted by Lodge 215, South Plains District Five—Saturday, September 23 Lodge 196, Houston-West District Six—Saturday, October 21 St. John’s Catholic Parish Hall Taiton, Texas hosted by Lodges 28, East Bernard and 151, Wharton District Seven—Sunday, October 22 Landa Haus 360 Aquatic Circle New Braunfels, Texas hosted by Lodge 185, New Braunfels

Change of Lodge Officers After Yearly Elections At the July Supreme Lodge meeting, a procedure was approved and put in place. When a lodge officer resigns his/her position, the lodge secretary will need to submit to State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Frank Horak a copy of the written minutes from the meeting where the membership accepted the resignation and the election of another person for that vacated officer position. If you have any questions, please contact State Fraternal Activities Coordinator Frank Horak at 254-534-0681 or email frankh@spjst.com.

Texas Czech Festivals Westfest 2017 - West, Texas Westfest preview party starts Friday, September 1 with Miss Westfest contest, food, music, and fun. Westfest downtown parade kicks off on Saturday, September 2 at 10 a.m. SPJST members, if you find

yourself wanting to do something on Labor Day weekend, come out and support our SPJST State Royalty. They will be riding in the Corvettes during the parade, and District Three has reserved both SPJST Floats this year for their youth and parents to participate in the parade. After the parade, you can head over to the Westfest fairgrounds and have your pick of lunch from a number of food booths. The State Royalty will be introduced to the audience at the Amphitheater in the afternoon. SPJST will also have a booth under the Amphitheater, so please stop by and say hello. SPJST and RVOS are proud sponsors of the Westfest Horseshoes Tournament. Horseshoe registration is from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday with the tournament starting at 5 p.m. The washer tournament will only be held on Saturday with registration starting at 2 p.m. and competition beginning at 3 p.m.

For more information about Westfest 2017, you can go to www.westfest.com. We hope to see you there!

33rd Annual Kolache Festival Caldwell, Texas The festival will start with a pre-festival party on Friday, September 8 and the main festivities are on Saturday, September 9. Opening ceremony starts at 9 a.m. at the south stage located on the corner of Buck and Echols streets. There will be food, music, state championship kolache bake show, kolache eating contest, and Lodges 9, Snook and 17, New Tabor Beseda Dancers, and many other attractions. For more information. visit http://www.burlesoncountytx.com/kolachefestival.html

Houston Slavic Heritage Festival The festival is Sunday, September 24 from 12 to 6 p.m. Come out and enjoy traditional ethnic food, dancing, music, singing, prizes, local vendors, and fun for the whole family. SPJST will have a

SPJST Camp for Adults It’s your turn for fun! Relive your childhood making new memories!

Friday, September 22 to Sunday, September 24 SPJST Education and Nature Center 2001 Waldeck Rd • Ledbetter, tX 78946

Ages 21 and up – open to SPJST members and non-members

Members: $150 per person Non-Members: $175 per person

• Horseshoes • Kmen (tribe) Competitions like Canoe Races, Tug-O-War, and Mass Chaos • Saturday Evening Dance Check-in is from 6 to 7 p.m. on Friday. The weekend will include three meals on Saturday and two meals on Sunday. Snacks will also be provided. Check-out time is 3 p.m. on Sunday.

Spots are limited!

Register today at spjst.org For more information, call SPJST State FAC Frank Horak 254-773-1575 or email frankh@spjst.com

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booth at the festivities. Stop by and come visit us. The festival is held at Knights of Columbus Hall and Grounds, located at 607 East Whitney Street, Houston, Texas 77022. There will be more information in the Vestnik in the coming months.

Heritage Fest and Muziky Mark your calendars for Heritage Fest and Muziky. Friday, October 20 begins the preview party with Octoberfest on the Deck from 4 to 10 p.m. The opening ceremony will kick off at 10 a.m. Saturday, October 21 at the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange. Entertainment will be music, antique farm equipment, train rides for kids, kolache eating contest, arts and crafts, and much more. This will take place in the Czech Village around the museum.

SPJST Adult Weekend Retreat Great news! During the April Supreme Lodge meeting, it was unanimously approved to have an adult’s weekend retreat in 2017 at the SPJST camp. Plans are in the works for the retreat to be Friday, September 22 to Sunday, September 24. ENC Camp Executive Director Jeb Lapeyrolerie and I will be working on coordinating activities. We are planning some unique elements for this weekend retreat. Make sure to check your Vestnik for updates on the adult camp program and my monthly newsletter. SPJST FAC Assistance We are here to help if you need assistance. Please feel free to call me at 254534-0681; email frankh@spjst.com or Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez 800-727-7578; 254-773-1575; or email tammym@spjst.com. Your District FAC is also available to assist you. District FACs are:

District One FAC Kyle Skrabanek 979-820-0531 District Two FAC Ruth Hanusch 254-771-0193 District Three FAC Vicki Sims 214-763-0341 District Four FAC Janeece Williams 806-990-3351 District Five FAC Don Fruin 832-651-5388 District Six FAC Helen Zabransky 361-798-3347 District Seven FAC Theresa Haag 830-625-8262

Fraternally submitted, Frank Horak State Fraternal Activities Coordinator —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 4, Hallettsville sets August 20 annual family day

Dear Lodge 4 Members, You are cordially invited to attend our annual family day dinner on Sunday, August 20, 2017, at St. Mary’s Parish Hall, located at 1648 FM 340 off Highway 90A just northwest of Hallettsville. We will begin with refreshments at 11 a.m. A noon meal consisting of barbecue pork, sausage, and all the trimmings will be served. Each family is asked to bring a dessert to share after the meal.

SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087

Email: vestnik@spjst.org

We will have a brief meeting after lunch to recognize our lodge’s 2017 scholarship winners and present pins to our new 50-year members. Donations of bingo prizes for our afternoon entertainment will be greatly appreciated. Door prizes will be given away. Representatives from our local District Six and the Supreme Lodge will update us on news and events in our Society. To help with the cost of the catered meal, tickets are:

2017 50-year members, scholarship winners, children ages 4 and under - free of charge

Lodge 4 members, ages 5 through 11 years - $4

Lodge 4 members, ages 12 and older - $5

Non-Members, ages 5 and older - $8

Congratulations to our lodge’s new 50-year members and SPJST scholarship winners. They are: 2017 50-Year Pin Recipients Eldon F. Holy Joyce M. Janda Sharon E. Kaminsky Craig J. Mikush Robert Nicholson Melissa L. Prasek Larry Wayne Sassin

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Please Respond to Continue Receiving Your Věstník Have you responded to the form in the recent Věstníks asking if you would like to continue your complimentary Věstník subscription? If you have not responded, please do so today so that your Věstník does not stop. You can call the SPJST Home Office at 800-727-7578; go online to spjst.org; or fill out the form on the back page of this week’s Věstník. If you do not respond by August 15, you will no longer receive the Věstník so please respond today! Fraternally yours, Helen Zabransky Secretary/Treasurer —SPJST—

2017 Scholarship Winners Melissa Redding Nolan Orsak Ashley Leopold

Questions? Please Call! We look forward to seeing everyone and enjoying the day. If you have any questions, please call me at 361-7983347 or Lodge 4 Fraternal Activities Coordinator Annie Vahalik at 361-649-4888.

Lodge 6, Cottonwood Hosts 120th Annual Picnic

Sunday, July 16, 2017 • Lodge 6, Cottonwood Hall • Submitted by Dorothy Kucera, Reporter

Lodge 6, Cottonwood hosted its 120th annual picnic on Sunday, July 16, 2017, at the lodge hall. LEFT PHOTO: Attendees enjoy the picnic. CENTER PHOTO: Pam Urbanovsky sells raffle tickets. RIGHT PHOTO: Bingo players. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Jimmy Uptmore and Milton

Peterson relax on an auction item while Darren Senheile helps work the auction. BELOW PHOTO 2: Ladies work the auction. BELOW PHOTO 3: Pat Dieterich oversees the youth raffle. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Jerry Kucera, Jr. was the lucky bidder on the jar of pickles!

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Scenes from Lodge 47, Seaton’s 25th Annual Barbecue Cookoff

Friday, July 14 and Saturday, July 15, 2017 • Seaton Star Hall • Submitted by Shannon White, Photographer

Friday Night Cookoff Fun

Music • Hamburgers • Refreshments • Margarita Contest

Saturday Cookoff

Thanks to the participants and supporters!

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Scenes from Lodge 47, Seaton’s 25th Annual Barbecue Cookoff

Friday, July 14 and Saturday, July 15, 2017 • Seaton Star Hall • Submitted by Shannon White, Photographer

Overall Winner Smokin Biscuits

1st - Peg Leg BBQ, 2nd - The Good Bad and The Ugly 3rd - Peg Leg BBQ

Beans

1st - Hot Czech 2nd - Smokin Biscuits 3rd - Peg Leg BBQ

Chicken

1st - The Good Bad &The Ugly 2nd - Smokin Biscuits 3rd - Peg Leg BBQ

Pork Ribs

Bloody Mary

1st - Mad Hatters BBQ 2nd - Bar B Q Bandits 3rd - Texas Express

Best Pit Hot Czech

Margarita Contest Winners

Beef Brisket

BELOW PHOTOS: Attendees await the cookoff results on Saturday afternoon.

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Lodge 18, Elgin welcomes members, friends at Fritz Hodde dance

It’s hard to believe that half of this year is gone! We had a great meeting. It was short and to the point, and we were done in 40 minutes. We had time to visit and enjoy blueberry muffins and cantaloupe. What a great dance we had on Sunday, July 16, 2017, with Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six! When we started, I was afraid the attendance was going to be so small. But people kept coming in, and we had a pretty good crowd. Fritz and the gang do a great job. We had John and Betty Schwartz from Wall, Texas! They enjoy Fritz and the gang. Fritz played in Wall, and that is how they are familiar with his music. We had Edward Merka and Johnny Vrabel celebrating birthdays. Dominic and Mary Ann Dobias celebrated their 55th anniversary. We enjoy having groups celebrate different occasions here at the hall. As always, the kitchen had great hamburgers, tacos, and pie. We had some air conditioning problems, but that was taken care of by our trustees. Thanks, guys! You do a great job keeping this hall going. We would love to have some of the charter members come to our meetings. Come see what is happening here at the hall.

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Sometimes we don’t realize what real friendship means until it is too late! Irene Vrabel, Reporter

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SPJST Memories from the Vestnik

Thanks to District Five Director Bradley Stavinoha for sharing this photo from the June 1, 1960, pre-convention issue of the Vestnik. The cutline reads, “We are glad to present the above to our membership. They are the Supreme Officers Assistants. They are a very capable group of workers. Front, left to right, are Bill Vanicek, Mrs. F. Klinkovsky, Ann Chlapek, and Ed. F. Kubala. Back: Margaret Kubala, Johnnie A. Kristinek, Leonard Mikeska, Mr. L. Hubnik, and Mrs. Charles (Dorothy) Tomasek. Thanks for the picture.” Of these 1960 Home Office employees, Leonard Mikeska and Dorothy Tomasek continue their Home Office service today. Brother Mikeska serves as chief financial officer with 50 years of service, and Sister Tomasek serves as claims specialist with 64 years of service.

Happy 80th Birthdays, Howard and Nancy!

Happy 80th birthdays to Honorary Supreme Lodge President Howard and Nancy Leshikar, both of Lodge 48, Beyersville! Brother Howard served as Supreme Lodge President from 1984 to 2004. He celebrated his special day on July 15. His wife Nancy will celebrate her 80th birthday on August 21. Congratulations and best wishes to this special couple!

Lodge 25, Ennis welcomes new leadership

Dear Readers, Lodge 25, Ennis met Thursday, July 13, 2017. The theme of our monthly members’ meal was honoring our nation’s freedom. In keeping with the Independence Day theme, Betty Macalik prepared hamburgers with all the trimmings, served with baked beans, potato salad, and watermelon. Thank you, Betty! Before our monthly meeting began, Secretary Pat Fowler read an email, dated July 5 from Ray Elleven giving notice of his resignation from the position of vice president. Secretary Fowler then called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Margaret Krajca. On the sick list was Ronnie Dlabaj. Secretary Fowler read the minutes to the last meeting. Betty Macalik gave financial and treasury reports. Pat gave a profit/loss bar report. New member Willie Mae (Patak) Matus was accepted to transfer her membership. Welcome, Sister Matus! An FAC report was given by Kay Lynn Kovar, including the 11th annual Corpus getaway.

Youth Leader Rita Holland reported on District Three Youth Achievement Day. She was happy to announce that our youth club had several participants with many winners in craft and talent categories. The youth received 20 first place awards, 15 second place awards, and 16 third places. Our scrapbook won first place, and in the royalty competition, Queen April Dvorak and King Austen Holland, both of Lodge 25, Ennis, will represent District Three at State YAD on August 5. Correspondence was read. A thank you note received from the family of Kenneth Trojacek for our donation in his memory to the memorial fund. A thank you note was read from Pat Zapletal for the well wishes while she was ill. Renovation projects were discussed. The flag pole lighting project has been completed. Charlie Jurcik announced that the nominating committee met regarding the vacancy of the lodge president’s position. The committee recommended JoAnn Needham for the position. Ernie Martinek nominated Laure Krajca to fill the vacant position of vice president. JoAnn has been a great asset to our lodge heading fundraisers and renovation projects. JoAnn and Laure are lifelong, active members. Both have

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volunteered countless hours and are great fraternalists. We are excited that they accepted the respective nominations and were voted in by majority. President Needham and Vice President Krajca were then sworn in. Celebrating birthdays in July are Suzanne Baker, Amy Gurley, Kim Macalik, Nancy Mach, Ryan Mach, Ethan Ludwig, Ryder Ludwig, Jacob Mraz, April Dvorak, Jennifer Dvorak, David Slovak, Lillian Blake, Rosie Dlabaj, Raychel Walker, and Charlie Dlabaj. Celebrating a July wedding anniversary were Pat and Van Fowler. The meeting adjourned, and social hour began with 29 members present. Next Meeting—August 10 The next members’ meal/social and meeting will be Thursday, August 10 beginning at 6:30 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there. Fraternally, Margaret Krajca, Reporter

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Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard co-hosts fall fun day with Lodge 151 Wharton

Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard met on Sunday, July 9, 2017, at Wharton County Library at 12 noon. Glenn Kaminsky called the meeting to order. Everyone said the Pledge of Allegiance. Then a moment of silent prayer was observed for deceased members and those on our sick list. We wish those who are ill a speedy recovery. Glenn said grace and recessed the meeting for our luncheon and social. Everyone enjoyed the fried chicken meal from East Bernard Fire Department fundraiser and Jeanette’s cookies.

Thanks to Glenn for picking up meals and Linda for getting the iced tea. When Glenn called the meeting back to order, Helen Kelner read the minutes of the last two meetings. Minutes were approved as read. Anton “Tony” Kelner gave the treasurer’s reports. Reports

were approved as read. Linda Bratina gave us an update on fraternal activities. Glenn and Jeanette Kaminsky checked with Karen Kaspar on the District Six Fall Fun Day. The report was District Six Fall Fun Day will be held

Lodge 38, Kovar member Victoria Vydrzal Achieves Grand Age of 96

SPJST congratulates Sister Victoria Vydrzal of Lodge 38, Kovar, who celebrated her 96th birthday on Friday, July 28, 2017. As such, Sister Victoria is entitled to all SPJST member benefits with no further dues or assessments.

Sister Victoria was born to Charles and Sofie Vyvjala in Smithville, Texas, on July 28, 1921. She had two brothers, Charles Vyvjala, Jr. and Alfred Vyvjala, both now deceased. She grew up during the Great Depression. Times were difficult back then, but she had wonderful parents, and they always managed. In the 1930s and 1940s, her daddy served as secretary/treasurer for SPJST Lodge 38, Kovar. People would come to their house to pay their dues, and it was a busy place. She remembers her family going to the Kovar Hall and her daddy selling chicken salad sandwiches. Victoria married Stan Vydrzal on December 6, 1947. They were blessed with four children - Barbara Dean and spouse Gary of Beaumont, Gene Grohman and spouse Jo Ann of Smithville, Billy Vydrzal and spouse Nancy of Smithville, and Leroy Vydrzal, now deceased. Her husband Stan was also a member of SPJST Lodge 38, Kovar. He served as secretary-treasurer until his untimely death in 1958. All four of the couple’s children have been lifelong members, and they attended all the functions and picnics at Kovar over the years. Those were fun times, Victoria says. Victoria worked at Camp Swift during World War II and for the Se-

lective Service Draft Board, IRS, and the US Postal Service. During this time, she received a business degree from Nixon Clay College in Austin. Her last job with the Post Office in Smithville was her favorite. She was the first female rural route carrier to ever hold that position in Smithville. She loved it and worked until the age of 67. She said, “It is amazing how a little letter can make such a difference in someone’s life.” Sister Victoria’s greatest accomplishments - with the Lord’s help - were raising her four wonderful children. She has always been close to all her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She always loved sharing all the holidays with them, cooking and baking homemade bread, kolaches, and sausage wraps. Later in life, her special pecan pie was always a request. “I am really blessed to be receiving this honor,” Victoria says. “I thank the Lord for allowing her to live such a long, rewarding life.” Victoria’s father was also recognized as a Grand Age of 96 honoree in 1982. Victoria loves reading the newspaper and looks forward to every issue of the Věstník. She particularly enjoys the stories by so many of our veterans who share their stories. She is very patriotic and so grateful to live in this wonderful country; she will never forget those who made this life possible for us all. We congratulate Sister Victoria Vydrzal on attaining the grand age of 96. Thank you, Sister Victoria, for your devotion to SPJST for all these years. —SPJST—

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Saturday, October 21 at St. John’s Catholic Church Community Center in Taiton. Lodge 151, Wharton and Lodge 28, East Bernard will meet Sunday, August 13 at 12 noon at Wharton County Library in East Bernard to go over plans for the fun day.

Thanks, Lodge 151, Wharton! Lodge 28 thanks Lodge 151 for the luncheon and social on June 19 in Wharton. They did an outstanding job hosting. Thank you for the door prizes and Glenn and Jeanette’s birthday gifts. Helen Vrana and Helen Kelner reported on members on the sick list. We wish them a speedy recovery and good health. Next, Glenn gave out door prizes to the lucky winners.

Next Meeting—Sunday, August 13 The next meeting will be Sunday, August 13 at Wharton County Library at 12 noon. Fraternally yours, Helen Kelner Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 29, Taylor plans Sept. 29-30 barbecue cookoff

On Wednesday, July 12, 2017, President Ronnie Rieger called the meeting of Lodge 29, Taylor to order. He led the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment of silence for the departed. Officer roll call showed Wayne Voigt absent. Jesse Pospisil and Cristy Girod were excused as they were attending District Two Camp at SPJST Education and Nature Center. The June minutes were read and approved. Tammy gave the treasurer’s report. Vice President Sharon Kaderka reminded us of the Corpus getaway in August. District Two held YAD at Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall on July 8. SPJST member referrals are wanted, and a referral qualifies you to participate in the monthly referral card drawing. State YAD will be August 5 in Temple. The SPJST Home Office is working on a weekend retreat for adults at the SPJST camp in September. Sharon read a thank you note from Melanie Zavodny for Lodge 29’s participation in the SPJST Car Show. Kara Kaderka read a thank you note for Lodge 29 donating to her

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new high school FFA program. Linda Pospisil gave the youth report. At District Two Youth Achievement Day, Hailey Girod placed in all five categories she entered. She won two first places and will take those to State YAD in August. Lauren Jirasek placed second in photography. During the youth year which begins in June and goes through the end of May, youth can earn merit points for activities they participate in. Money is awarded according to the number of merit points each youth earns. The youth winning money include Hailey Girod and Colton Voigt, both second place; Cody Voigt, Hunter Voigt, and Brandon Girod - all third place; Amanda Kaderka and Kylee Halbrook, both fourth places; and Emily Sumner, T. J. Hajda, and Kara Kaderka, all fifth place. Brandon Girod was the high point teen over the past three years and is competing for a $1,000 scholarship that is awarded based on merit points. Frankie Pustejovsky reported the property committee has had the two upstairs exit doors replaced. Supplies for the new grill and grill vent are waiting to be installed as soon as the city approves the permit. Ronnie informed us of the transfer request made by Eugenia E. Miller. Albin Machu made a motion to accept this new member, and Lyn Rieger seconded. The motion passed. Ronnie discussed the upcoming barbecue cookoff on September 29 and 30. He asked members to think about sponsors. The barbecue appreciation dinner will be in August. We would appreciate if members can bring desserts for the meal. Members celebrating birthdays in July include Norris Schroeder, Joyce Patschke, Linda Pospisil, Kara Kaderka, Evelyn Simcik, Pierce Miller, Kylie Wiegand, Cody Voigt, Kylee Halbrook, Hayden Dewbre, Emma Dewbre, Taylor Buzan, and Melanie Pasemann. Couples celebrating wedding anniversaries in July include Bobby and Laverne Eulenfeld and Wayne and Connie Voigt. Door prizes were furnished by Louren Karkoska and Sharon Beran. Louren and Sharon volunteered to bring them in August.

Next Meeting—August 9 The next meeting will be Wednesday, August 9 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting was adjourned.

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Lodge 54, West joins hands at West Rest Haven

Lodge 54, West joined hands at West Rest Haven to host a Father’s Day party.

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Lodge 32, Victoria meets August 10; encourages all members to attend

Our next meeting is Thursday, August 10, 2017 – please attend if at all possible – this meeting will decide if we meet quarterly or stay on a monthly meeting basis. The summer social turned out great – as always – more food than we can possibly eat. Everything was so good – we just had to try at least a bite of everything!

Our building is now officially on the market. We will continue meeting there until it sells. August will be a celebration of July, August, and September birthdays. We want everyone to attend – but especially if we can celebrate your birthday! The heat has been pretty unbearable – and I think we’ll have many more hot days before the first norther blows through! Stay cool and hydrated! See y’all on August 10 at 6:30 p.m.

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Lodge 35, Elk reports on July meeting

President Randy Pavelka called the SPJST Lodge 35, Elk and Elk Hall meetings to order on Wednesday, July 12, 2017, at 6:54 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by officers, members, and guests, Secretary Carla Pavelka read her reports for the June meetings, and with no corrections, they were approved as read. Treasurer Barbara Pavelka gave her reports for the June meetings and were approved as read. Floor Chairman Gene Pavelka and Bar Chairman Randy gave their reports. Under old business, the date and time was set up for some floor repairs. Thanks to Billy Kubitza for fixing the door in the ladies room. Birthdays were for Walter Kubitza on July 16 and Barbara Pavelka on August 3. We wish for many more happy birthdays for them. We had 12 members and one guest present, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p.m. Next Meeting—August 9 The next meeting is Wednesday, August 9 at 7 p.m.

Lodge 48, Beyersville discusses fundraiser

The meeting of Lodge 48, Beyersville came to order on Monday, June 12, 2017, at 6:44 p.m. All officers were present except Vice President Brett.

Alice read the minutes of the last meeting, and they were accepted. Bonnie gave the treasurer’s report, and it was accepted. Michelle gave the youth report and stated that Brooke and Makayla will be the only youth participating at District Two Youth Achievement Day, and there are three youth and Michelle going to camp on July 12. Cheryl gave the hall report and had seven bookings since the last meeting.

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Bobby then gave the property report. Under old business, chairs were sold to Trinity at $50, and some will be donated to the senior center. The outside sign is working, and the faucet on the outside sink is fixed. Under new business, Red’s will cater the meal for the fundraiser, and we will do the iced tea and desserts. Tickets are $100 per couple. Jack Shannon Newsom was accepted as a new member at Lodge 48, Bey-

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Members Celebrate Belated Fourth of July

Members and guests of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi enjoy a meal of hot dogs and sides celebrating a be-

lated Fourth of July on Sunday, July 20, 2017. —Submitted by Virginia Rebecek, Secretary

Members and guests enjoy a meal of hot dogs and sides at Lodge 79’s July meeting celebrating a belated Fourth of July. RIGHT PHOTO: Kandee Richardson with Agape Ranch speaks to members and guests at Lodge 79’s July meeting. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 79,

Corpus Christi Treasurer Frank Sacky, left, presents a $500 check to Kandee Richardson with Agape Ranch for her presentation at Lodge 79’s July meeting. Also pictured are President Mark Rebecek, second from right, and Vice President/FAC Jerry Sijansky.

LEFT PHOTO: Sales agent Ralph Juarez and wife Susanna celebrated their 27th wedding anniversary on July 14. Congratulations! PHOTO 2: Lodge 79 welcomes new member Lela Hayek. Welcome, Lela!

PHOTO 3: Happy July birthdays to Virginia Rebecek on the 21st and Zack Garcia on the 12th! RIGHT PHOTO: Thanks to member Dorothy McCoy for decorating tables with a Fourth of July theme.

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ersville. Welcome to Lodge 48! Happy June birthdays to Laney Martinez on the 11th and Peyton Martinez on the 24th. Thanks, Michelle Newsom Reporter/Youth Leader

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Lodge 73, Seymour members, friends invited to luncheon, reorganizational meeting

Dear Lodge 73 Member, You and your family are cordially invited to attend the SPJST Lodge 73, Seymour member appreciation luncheon on Sunday, August 20, 2017, at 1 p.m. at the Senior Citizen Building, located at 500 East Belknap in Seymour. The barbecue meal will be catered by Smokey Bros BBQ and Grill. Door prizes will also be awarded. SPJST is a family organization that cherishes the idea of service to each other and the community. Following the luncheon, SPJST officials will visit with lodge members and get their input on matters which will determine the future course of direction for Lodge 73, Seymour. Children are also encouraged to attend and learn how they can benefit from active participation in SPJST. Feel free to extend this invitation to others in your household or friends who are not already members. Please RSVP on or before 12 noon on Friday, August 18 by calling Tammy Martinez at 800-727-7578. Thank you for your attention and consideration. I look forward to seeing you on August 20! Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—

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Lodge 84, Dallas members visit Czech Center Museum Houston

SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas members James and Betty Grier and John and Bobbie Anne Bickle visited the Czech Center Museum Houston on Saturday, July 15, 2017. They were greeted warmly and given a very informative tour by Jasmina Kocurek, employee of the Museum. She was well versed with the exhibits in each room and gave a very nice tour.

Lodge 79 Corpus Christi supports Agape Ranch

SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi celebrated a belated July 4, 2017, with hot dogs and sides. President Mark Rebecek called the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance. We had a moment of silence for deceased members Alfred Pena and Janyth Platts (sister of Jill Sijansky). On our sick list were Larry Elzner who was recovering from surgery and Weaver Mitchell. All officers were present, and we had 31 members and guests in attendance. President Rebecek introduced guest speaker Kandee Richardson from Agape Ranch. She showed a video and gave a great presentation about the Agape Ranch. Lodge 79 donated $500 to her organization. President Rebecek introduced newest member Lela Hayek. Welcome to our lodge, Lela! President Rebecek introduced sales agent Ralph Juarez at our meeting. Secretary Virginia Rebecek read the June minutes, and they were approved. Treasurer Frank Sacky gave the June financial report, and it was approved. Secretary Virginia Rebecek read communications. We had three death claims and a letter from District Seven Czech Heritage Museum Director and End of Summer Raffle Chairperson Roxanne Bertrand asking for a donation

to the raffle at the weekend getaway. A motion was made and approved that Lodge 79 donate a gift to the weekend getaway, and Secretary Virginia Rebecek would purchase the gift for our lodge. Vice President/FAC Jerry Sijansky gave the FAC report. He stated our lodge is celebrating the Fourth of July and gave a history of how the holiday came about. He encouraged all to make hotel reservations for the weekend getaway. There was no unfinished business. Under new business, Judy Majek made a motion that our monthly donation go towards the women’s shelter, seconded by Rob Marek. Motion carried. Youth Leader Marcia Rew gave her report. She had eight members and guests in attendance. During their meeting, the youth did an art project. Wedding anniversary for July was Susanna and Ralph Juarez. They were married 27 years on July 14. Birthdays for July were Zack Garcia on the 12th and Virginia Rebecek on the 21st. “Happy Birthday” was sung to these members. Twenty-five dollar door prizes were won by Judy Majek and Leona Grant. Next Meeting—August 20 The next meeting will be Sunday, August 20 with potluck for our meal. Come and enjoy everyone’s great cooking. The meeting then adjourned,

Lodge 84, Dallas meets August 20

Dear Readers, Lodge 84, Dallas will meet Sunday, August 20, 2017, at the lodge hall beginning at 2 p.m. Please make plans to attend.

Lodge 92, Fort Worth Paprskar tarok tourney this Saturday

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.

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SPJST and Lodge 202, Jourdanton give to Stuff the Bus

Lodge 202, Jourdanton Secretary and CAM volunteer Bettie House presents $100 checks from Lodge 202, Jourdanton and matching funds from District Seven Director Bob Bayer’s discretionary fund. Receiving the monetary donations are CAM volunteer Pastor Dave Collett, left, of First United Methodist Church in Poteet and CAM Director Reverend Junior Jones. Lodge 202 youth and Director Bayer also donated a large stash of school supplies to be distributed to less fortunate students in Atascosa County.

Call to Register For registration, other information, or directions, contact John Paprskar 817480-3480. —SPJST—

Lodge 92, Fort Worth hosts August 5 tarok tourney; August 6 dance

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!

Saturday, August 5—Paprskar Memorial Tarok Tournament: 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 817-4803480 for more information or advance registration. Late entries will be accepted if slots are available.

Sunday, August 6—Randy and the 92nd Roadhouse Band, country and western. 2 to 6 p.m. Admission $6 Tuesday, August 8—Ladies Circle, 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 8—Game night, 7 p.m. at Lodge 92 Wednesday, August 9—Sportsmans Club meeting, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Free admission. Open to the public.

Friday, August 11—Tanglefoot ballroom dance, 8 to 11 p.m. Members $11, non-members - $17.

Sunday, August 13—Lodge 92 monthly meeting at 2 p.m. followed by lunch.

Tuesday, August 22—Game night, 7 p.m. at Lodge 92 Saturday, September 16—Czech Heritage Day - Save the date! More details coming soon.

Upcoming events and rental information are available from Jon Durham, Event Manager at 817-624-1361 or online at www.nationalhallfortworth.com.

Lodge 160 San Angelo meets August 16

Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo will hold its quarterly meeting on Wednesday, August 16, 2017, at 6 p.m. The Dutch treat dinner and meeting will take place at the Ole Gin Steakhouse in Wall. Plans will be made for the annual meeting which will be held in November. We hope you will be able to join us! Fraternally, Sandra Jansa, President

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Ennis Sewing Circle

Ennis Sewing Circle met on Thursday, July 13, 2017, in the Sokol Club Room. Several of us met around 9:30 a.m. to set up tables for our white elephant sale and show-and-tell. As everyone arrived, they displayed their sale items and show-and-tell items. Everyone was visiting and looking at things they wanted to buy. At 11 a.m., President Irene used her gavel to start the sale. We had many nice things, vegetables, and plants. I had my two greatgranddaughters Sarah and Gracie; they had already decided what they wanted. After everyone had purchased what they wanted, President Irene announced that what was left was half price. Everything went really well. I don’t think anyone had to take anything home - how nice! We had 22 members and four guests - Liz Krajca, Sarah and Gracie Morales, and Mary Nell Sladecek’s granddaughter. I’m sorry I didn’t get her name. Dorothy Kudrna and Ginny Svehlak volunteered to go pick up the pizza. When they returned, everyone was hungry and ready to eat. It was so good. We had green salad, Blue Bell ice cream, and cookies. After lunch, we had the raffle drawing. The first place winner for the quilt was Lillie Macalik. We were happy for her as she is our new member from Dallas who is a very good quilter. Other winners were Dorothy Prachyl (won twice), Martha Ritchey, Liz Krajca, Sandy Podhrasky, Pat Fowler, and Mary Nell Sladecek. I think the winners were happy; we had many nice prizes. We want to thank Henrietta Milan and Gay Williams for donating many items for the raffle and sale. It was much appreciated. President Irene called the meeting to order, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all. The “Our Father” was recited for Stanley Honza, George Joe Patrick, Ardie Honza, and our sick members. Secretary Ann read the minutes of the last meeting, and Treasurer Dolores Vrana gave her report. Both were approved as read. Ginny Svehlak read several funny stories that we all enjoyed. Sunshine Lady Dorothy announced July birthday celebrants - Vickie Vlk and Dorothy Bobalek. “Happy Birthday” was sung by all. Quilt scheduler Pat Fowler announced the schedule. In August, we will quilt the Christmas quilt; Maggie Holy’s quilt in September; Junior Sokol

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quilt in October; and in November, we will make lap quilts. She reminded everyone if they plan to have a quilt for next year to please put your name on the schedule. Karen Haskovec stopped by and took some of the material that was donated to the Circle to mail to the “Critters Against Cancer,” which makes stuffed animals and gives them to cancer patients. President Irene announced she had

some bad news and some good news. The bad news is that our Secretary Ann is giving up her position due to her husband’s health. The good news is we have a new secretary - Sandy Pochobradsky. We want to thank Dorothy Kudrna for volunteering to be in charge of kitchen supplies. Ann was the 50-50 dollar winner. We were all happy to see longtime member Bertha Podhrasky, whom we have not

seen in a long time. She looked great, and we all enjoyed visiting with her. President Irene announced the next meeting will be August 10. We will quilt, have lunch and the meeting, and the 50-50 dollar game.

Other News - Show-and-Tell President Irene showed a unique round bowl with thin cloth top from Thailand, and an antique handmade brandy bottle and a holder from the

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Czech Republic made of wood with popsicle sticks around it. Joan Brown showed a small 1923 Sears catalogue. It was about five or six inches by three inches. That was something that none of us had ever seen. Inside, it was just like a regular catalogue. Dorothy Kudrna showed a wedding ring quilt started by her late sister Evelyn, finished by Dorothy and quilted by our own Circle; and a tee-shirt quilt she made for her son Gary. He was the

Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Supports Oliver Family Benefit

Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point was proud to support a benefit for the Oliver family on Sunday, July 23, 2017, at Bo’s Barn and Dancehall in Temple. Bell County citizens and the Morgan’s Point community were saddened by a tragic boating accident that occurred on the evening of Friday, June 23, 2017, at Belton Lake. Four-year-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. A big thanks to Deb Swift-Alejandro, Cha Cha Herrington, and Danny McDonald who organized the July 23 benefit that raised more than $23,000. Thanks to all who volunteered at and supported the event. Organizer Deb Swift-Alejandro shared this message:

Wow . . . to think this all started with one phone call. Then the fun really began with lots of planning, meetings, phone calls, texts, Facebook posting, and emailing to get our sponsors and

LEFT PHOTO: SPJST Home Office employee Doris Tyroch of Lodge 47, Seaton assists at the dessert table at the Oliver Family Benefit on Sunday, July 23, 2017, at Bo’s Barn in Temple. CENTER PHOTO: Cody, left, and Ryan Leshikar, center, both of Lodge 48, Bey-

donations. Special thanks to Bo’s Barn, Lorinda and B, Crotty Funeral Home, Centexfun.com, Peter Christian, Steve Peters, All County Surveying, Chuck Lucko, Shane Wood, J.W. Hitt, Tex Star Plumbing, Star Tec Builders, Scott Wiseman, Vista Real Estate, Jimmy Torres, Emilio A Perales, Lone Star Drywall, Rick Beck, Heart of Texas Landscape, Carol Rowald, SPJST, SPJST Lodge 246, Melanie Zavodny, Mel Curtis, Bell County Sheriff’s Posse, Ryan Smith, Don Ringler, Ricky Sanders, Temple Towing, Matthew Jarma, Sammy Montgomery, The Debonaires, Last Call, Mark Richey, Billy Holt, Green’s Sausage House, Jeff Parker, Jamie

Elkins, Johnson Brothers Ford, Kristy Urbantke Allen, Madison Pickett, Gale True Justice, and to all our donors of raffle and silent and live auction items. We appreciate it greatly. The real stars we need to thank are all the people who came out to spend their money and support this family. We appreciate the support more than you will ever know. God bless you all and continue to pray for the Oliver family. —Deb Swift-Alejandro Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny, Secretary —SPJST—

ersville are pictured with Peter Christian of centexfun.com. RIGHT PHOTO: Home Office staff Doris Tyroch and Dorothy Stuchly, both of Lodge 47, Seaton, serve homemade desserts at the benefit. The event raised more than $23,000 for the family.

LEFT PHOTO: Ricky “Bubba” Rodriguez of Lodge 47, Seaton volunteers at the fundraiser. PHOTO 2: Basket filled with SPJST promotional goodies for the silent auction. PHOTO 3: Silent auction gift donated by Christina Kirby of JustaStrangin. Christina is a member of Lodge 24, Cyclone. RIGHT PHOTO: Fundraiser organizer Deb Swift-Alejandro, center, ac-

cepts cases of water donated by Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point, a basket donated by SPJST, and silent auction items and monetary donations from Sandra Dubcak, Nancy Miller, Dorothy Stuchly, Wayne Tyroch, and Melanie Zavodny. Pictured with Deb are Doris Tyroch of Lodge 47, Seaton, left, and Melanie Zavodny of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point.

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sound man for many bands and traveled all over. Liz Krajca showed a cookbook that the Junior Sokol Gym class is selling and white house shoes with Sokol on top, which was really pretty. Dorothy Prachyl had a bottle of water from the spring that runs under the home that the Blessed Mother lived in until her death in Ephesus, Turkey. Her son and his wife brought it to her. Libbie Vrla had a beautiful oval picture of our grandparents Frank and Marie Patril; it was their wedding picture. Sandy Pochobradsky showed her wedding dress that her mother made for her out of parachute nylon material. Then Sandy’s daughter wore it to prom when in school then her granddaughter also wore it to a school activity. They took some ruffles off for one of the activities. She also had pictures of all three who wore the dress - three generations. I want to apologize to Pat Fowler. Last month, I forgot to write about her grandson Justin Mraz. For an Eagle Scout project, Justin cleaned and painted an old mailbox in which to discard old flags. It is really pretty. I have seen it. It is on the front porch of the meeting house for the scouts - across the street from the First United Methodist Church on Sherman. If ever you’re that way, look for it. I want to thank everyone for coming, for bringing all your sale items and your show-and-tell items. It was a great day, enjoyed by all. It was good to see everyone, and we hope you come again on August 10. We will quilt, have lunch and the meeting, and play the 50-50 dollar game. Take care, stay cool, and hope to see you. Georgie Morales, Reporter

Editor’s Note: Attention, Ennis Sewing Circle Members . . . Have you responded to the form in the recent Věstníks asking if you would like to continue your complimentary Věstník subscription? If you have not responded, please do so today so that your Věstník does not stop. You can call the SPJST Home Office at 800-727-7578; go online to spjst.org; or fill out the form on the back page of this week’s Věstník. If you do not respond by August 15, you will no longer receive the Věstník so please respond today! —SPJST—

Czech Heritage Museum prize drawing set for Corpus 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. If you will be donating, please notify CHM Director Roxanne Bertrand, 4158 FM 1303, Floresville, Texas 78114, phone 830-391-0919 or ENC Director Donnie Howard, 2908 Oakdell Trail, New Braunfels, Texas 78130, phone 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—

★ ★ 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. •••

August 5 Krampota family—at VFW Post 5237 Hall, Alvin. For information For information, call Helen McGee 281-778-9007; or Jerry Krampota 281-585-3249. Submitted by Jerry Krampota, Lodge 139, Danbury. •••

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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Wednesday, August 2, 2017

moon

by d.knape

summer moon revolves around us

it comes and goes like the morning bus orange as it glows we sense its grace at times so close it makes a face. —SPJST—

In Memory of Johnnie I. Krajca

Johnnie I. Krajca, age 84, passed away on Saturday, July 15, 2107, on his farm. Johnnie was born on November 7, 1932, to John J. and Julia C. (Zissa) Krajca. He grew up in the Creechville and Telico communities and graduated from St. John High School in 1950. He served his country proudly during the Korean conflict from 1953 to 1955 and came home to marry his sweetheart Margaret Johnnie I. Krajca Ann (Martinek) on August 11, 1956. To this union were born their four daughters - Rita, Marlene, Laure, and Allis. Johnnie was a member of St. John Catholic Church, and a lifelong member of local fraternal lodges - SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis; KJT No. 35; RVOS Lodge No. 51; American Legion; Sokol; Knights of Columbus; VFW; and WFLA. Johnnie worked for Union Pacific Railroad, Larkin, and Flintkote. He delivered Jax beer in Ellis County, drove St. John School bus, and delivered mail for the United States Post Office. He also was a sales representative for SPJST life insurance and RVOS home owners insurance. Most notably, “Johnnie I” will be remembered as a polka DJ on KBEC radio station bringing joy to listeners for 48 and one-half years. Johnnie was very proud of his Czech heritage; he was an avid lover of polka music and a fraternalist at heart. He en-

joyed seeing people happy, loved a good joke, a good beer, and a good bargain. Most of all, he loved his family; his “pretty grandmas,” his “pretty girls,” and his “málí šívák” grandsons. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Julia Krajca; and son-inlaw Steve Clark. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years Margaret; daughters Rita Holland and husband Kenneth, Marlene Clark, Laure Krajca and husband Greg Crow, and Allis Droste and husband Tom; grandchildren Brian Holland, April Holland and Clint Wyatt, Jake Holland and Jessica, Miranda Henson and Grant, Raychel Walker and Austin, Madeline and Erica Clark, Jerrod Ryan and Sarah, Blake Ryan and Haley, and Brandon and Amanda Droste; greatgrandchildren Austen, Madison and Maison Holland, Luke and June Holland, Garrett Wyatt, Beau, Winnie, and Clark Henson, and Kalynn Ryan. Visitation was held on Thursday, July 20 from 6 to 9 p.m. in J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel in Ennis with rosary at 7 p.m. Mass of the Christian burial was on Friday, July 21 at 10 a.m. in St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church with Father John Dick as celebrant. Interment followed in St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc. Serving as pallbearers were grandsons Brian Holland, Jake Holland, Jerrod Ryan, Blake Ryan, Brandon Droste, Grant Henson, Austin Walker, and Clint Wyatt. Memorial donations in honor of Johnnie to SPJST Lodge 25 Memorial Fund would be appreciated. Memorials may be sent to SPJST Lodge 25, P. O. Box 129, Ennis, Texas 75120. Betty Macalik, Treasurer —SPJST—

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2017 - 2018

SPJST State Royalty Contestants DILLON NARRO

GRACE LEWIS

DISTRICT ONE QUEEN

DISTRICT ONE KING

Dillon, 17, is a member of Lodge 17, New Tabor. He is the son of Ralph and Holly Narro and a senior at Caldwell High School. Dillon’s future plan is to attend Texas A&M University. Dillon’s duke is Cobey McCuller, son of Cameron and Marsha McCuller. Cobey is nine years old and a member of Lodge 17, New Tabor.

Grace, 16, is a member of Lodge 9, Snook. She is the daughter of Justin and Loree Lewis and a junior at Snook High School. Grace’s future plan is to graduate high school as valedictorian and attend Texas A&M University. Grace’s duchess is Dakota Kienow, daughter of Amy and Beau Gill, and Sam and Vivian Kienow. Dakota is eight years old and a member of Lodge 9, Snook.

RYAN FESTA

SHELBY HORAK

DISTRICT TWO KING

Ryan, 16, is a member of Lodge 47, Seaton. He is the son of Terry and Christine Festa and a junior at Holland High School. Ryan’s future plan is to either enlist in the United States Military or pursue a career as a football coach. Ryan’s duke is Tyson Bilbrey, son of Darrell and Chelsea Bilbrey. Tyson is nine years old and a member of Lodge 47, Seaton.

AUSTEN HOLLAND DISTRICT THREE KING

Austen, 16, is a member of Lodge 25, Ennis. He is the son of Brian Holland and Kristi Holland and a junior at Plano West Senior High School. Austen’s future plan is to attend college and major in aeronautics. Austen’s duke is Maison Holland, son of Brian Holland and Crystal Ballew. Maison is six years old and a member of Lodge 25, Ennis.

DISTRICT TWO QUEEN

Shelby, 17, is a member of Lodge 80, Holland. She is the daughter of Frank and Connie Horak and a senior at Holland High School. Shelby’s future plan is to attend nursing school and participate in the Army ROTC program. Shelby’s duchess is Molley Taisler, daughter of Kelly and Alan Taisler. Molley is seven years old and a member of Lodge 80, Holland.

APRIL DVORAK

DISTRICT THREE QUEEN

April, 17, is a member of Lodge 25, Ennis. She is the daughter of Danny and Jennifer Dvorak and a senior at Ennis High School. April’s future plan is to attend Harvard University and Harvard Law School, participate in collegiate cheer, and become the President of the United States of America. April’s duchess is Madison Holland, daughter of Brian Holland and Kristi Holland. Madison is nine years old and a member of Lodge 25, Ennis.

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JADE CAFFEY

DISTRICT FIVE QUEEN

Jade, 15, is a member of Lodge 88, Houston. She is the daughter of Gail Caffey and a sophomore at St. Pius High School. Jade’s future plan is to pursue a career in sports medicine or teach special education. Jade’s duchess is Anahi Guerrero, daughter of Sergio and Vanessa Guerrero. Anahi is 11 years old and a member of Lodge 88, Houston.

LUC MARCAURELE DISTRICT SIX KING

Luc, 14, is a member of Lodge 30, Taiton. He is the son of Yvonne and David Marcaurele and a sophomore at El Campo High School. Luc’s future plan is to attend Sam Houston State University and Texas A&M University and pursue a career as a veterinarian. Luc’s duke is Brett Bacak, son of Brad and Crystal Bacak. Brett is six years old and a member of Lodge 30, Taiton.

MYRANDA ZIELONKA DISTRICT SIX QUEEN

Myranda, 17, is a member of Lodge 148, El Maton. She is the daughter of Chris and Melissa Zielonka and Cheryl Bexley and a senior at McMullen County High School. Myranda’s future plan is to pursue a career as a pediatric nurse. Myranda’s duchess is Chloe Zielonka, daughter of Chris and Melissa Zielonka. Chloe is eight years old and a member of Lodge 148, El Maton.

LEAH McDONALD

DISTRICT SEVEN QUEEN

Leah, 17, is a member of Lodge 185, New Braunfels. She is the daughter of Sherry and Tim McDonald and a senior at Navarro High School. Leah’s future plan is to attend Texas Tech University and major in environmental engineering. Leah’s duchess is Mallory Velasquez, daughter of Emilio and Andrea Velasquez. Mallory is eight years old and a member of Lodge 185, New Braunfels.

Best of Luck, State Royalty Contestants!

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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.

State Youth Director shares August updates

Summer Activities It is amazing how fast July 2017 has come and gone! We will soon celebrate the achievements of our SPJST youth at State Y o u t h Achievement Day and will crown our 54th State Royalty Court. I am very proud of the number of youth who participate in our youth program. SPJST youth camps have come to an end. I have had a great time with all the youth, district youth counselors, their assistants, youth leaders, and chaperones. SPJST members are like family to me, and this summer, I feel so blessed to have been given the time to enjoy fun times and getting to know everyone even more. I really enjoyed the Kemen c e r e m o n y, new fire pit, lilly pad and pond swim area, camp songs, and Organized Mass Chaos. I applaud each of you for the time

and devotion you give our youth and youth program.

End of Summer Getaway Good times await you at the Corpus Christi End of Summer Getaway on August 11 to 13 for a fun-filled weekend. We will again be staying at the Emerald Beach Inn which is located right on the beach. There will be a lot of activities for the whole family. Additional details will be presented in the Vestnik as they become available.

September Vestnik Project The September Vestnik Project is about Labor Day. Please consider a work project to go along with this project. If you would like to consider a work day at SPJST Education and Nature Center, please feel free to give Camp Director Jeb Lapeyrolerie a call at 979220-4256 to help set something up.

Fall District Youth Counselor Meeting The 2017 Fall District Youth Counselor (DYC) meeting will be September 22 and 23 in Fort Worth. During the meeting, DYCs talk about guidelines for 2018 Youth Achievement Day (YAD) constructed items (paper projects), foods (pastries/sweet bread), and photography (bridges). We also discuss camp and next year’s theme as well as any additions to the youth club handbook that may help things run a little smoother. Youth leaders and parents, if you have any items you would like your DYC to discuss at our meeting, please submit your request in writing to your DYC. This way, your voices can be heard and addressed. Fraternally, Lynette Talasek State Youth Director —SPJST—

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Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club reports on July meeting

On Friday, July 14, 2017, the meeting of SPJST Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Luc Marcaurele. Lauren Kresta led the Pledge of Allegiance and SPJST Youth Club Motto. We remained standing for a moment of silent prayer. Present were 12 members and three guests, Ella and Sue Hubenak and Steven Korenek. The secretary read the minutes from the last meeting. With no additions or corrections, the minutes were approved. Youth Leader Lisa Bubela reported District Six Youth Achievement Day for Lodge 30 will be in Taiton at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 16. Lisa advised the youth club that sign-in for SPJST camp is from 6 to 9 p.m., and a packing list for camp was given out. The treasurer’s report was read. New business discussed was SPJST camp in July and State YAD on Saturday, August 5 at the Mayborn Center in Temple. The end of summer getaway is August 11 to 13. The meeting was then adjourned. After the meeting, the youth club decorated for YAD at Taiton hall. Supper was supplied by the SPJST youth club. Kalynn Perry, Reporter —SPJST—

Westfest - Saturday, September 2 This year, Westfest parade and festivities will be on Saturday, September 2 in downtown West and at the fairgrounds. This is also when the 20172018 State Royalty Court makes their first public appearance. Watch the Vestnik for more details.

Grandparents Day—September 10 Grandparents Day is Sunday, September 10. Remember all the wonderful grandparents who have been so special in your lives. It’s also a day for families. Everyone is somebody’s grandchild and can be involved in the observance of this day. It can be a time to discover one’s roots and even a time to learn patience, understanding, and appreciation for the elderly - the perfect time to enhance communication between the generations.

Lodges 29, Taylor; 48, Beyersville Youth: Summertime . . . Swimtime . . . Funtime

On Tuesday, July 18, 2017, Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club and Lodge 48, Beyersville Youth Club joined for a swim party at the public pool in Taylor. They had a great time playing in the pool and eating snacks. Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club says, “Thanks to Lodge 48, Beyersville Youth Club for inviting us!” Pictured are McKensie Falk, Hailey Girod, Bailey Sumner, Hannah Sanders, Emily Sumner, Mari Jirasek, Lauren Jirasek, Kylee Halbrook, Amanda Kaderka, Makayla Newsom, and TJ Hajda. Not pictured are Trent and Trevor Wuensche.

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Lodge 49, Rowena youth share summer activities

Summertime Swimming Fun

Dear SPJST, We had a lock-in at the SPJST hall. I brought my best friend Chloe. We got a big catfish hunter did we help him. Bella Schwertner

Lock-In at the SPJST Hall

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Dear SPJST, Tomorrow, we are having a lock-in at the hall. We will be playing dodge ball, watching a movie, and just playing games. I hope it is fun! Tanner Wood

Ready for Lock-In

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Dear SPJST, This summer has been so fun! I have gone swimming like every day and had fun with my friends and family! Morgann Wood •••

Dear SPJST, I helped my dad cut some corn stalks down with a 1940 silage cutter. Brody Schwertner

Corn Stalk Cutting

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Dear SPJST, This weekend is the Schwertner family reunion. I can’t wait to see my family and go swimming and float the river. Grace Schwertner

Family Reunion Time

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Dear SPJST, I have been playing Legos a lot with my brothers. I love to go camping and swimming. I had fun at YAD. Cotton Wood

Wednesday, August 2, 2017

Legos, Camping, Swimming

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Dear SPJST, I had a great summer. I stayed with my dad in his camper for one week. I watched a lot of television. Colt Schwertner

Staying in the Camper

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Dear SPJST, This week, we had nine baseball games. We lost so we are out. I am happy we are out because I was getting tired of playing. Hunter Wood

9 Baseball Games!

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Dear SPJST, I had two goats that died. We are going to the SPJST Hall. Also, I am getting my heifers ready for show. Tracy Schwertner —SPJST—

Getting Heifers Ready

August Vestnik Project - National Honey Bee Day

This project earns a maximum 1 point in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Points System. Mail completed project no later than September 15, 2017 to: SPJST Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

Name______________________________________________________________________ Age______________ Lodge______________

National Honey Bee Day: August 19

Honey bees are as important today as they ever. National Honey Bee Day was started by beekeepers to build community awareness of the bee industry, through education and promotion. Over the last several years the honey bee population has been in a decline due to a host of reasons including disease and pesticides. This decline impacts local agriculture and many backyard gardens. Beekeepers are vital for large scale food production and neighborhood pollination. The local ecosystem of food production for wild animals and birds is also dependent on this same pollination. Beekeepers help fill the void with their honey bees to help grow and create food for people and food for livestock.

Even if you are a non-beekeeper you can still help support, help, and save the honey bee. (1) Support local beekeepers by buying locally produced honey and other beehive products. (2) Educate yourself on the dangers and risk with home pesticides and chemicals. (3) Get to know the honey bee. Unlike other stinging insects, honey bees are manageable, and non-aggressive. (4) Plant a bee friendly garden with native and nectar producing flowers. Pick plants that can grow without extra water and chemicals. (5) Consider allowing a beekeeper to maintain beehives on your property. Knowing some facts on honey bees could help solve the population decline problem - one bee at a time.

Now It’s Your Turn

1. Name two reasons the honey bee population is in decline. www.nationalhoneybeeday.com

________________________ and _________________________ 2. Beekeepers fill the ___________________with their honey bees. 3. When is National Honey Bee Day? ________________________ 4. What can you do to support, help and save the honey bees? _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________

Wednesday, August 2, 2017

Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Abigail Lopez (17) 2nd - Brylee Chmelar (17) 3rd - Rylie Lloyd (17)

Sunday, July 23, 2017 • Caldwell Civic Center in Caldwell, Texas

District One Youth Achievement Day

Constructed Items - Wood

Ages 9 to 11 1st - J. Beaux Hruska (9) 2nd - Wesley See (9)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Macy Narro (17) 2nd - Carson Parker (17) 3rd - Ashlyn Kellum (17)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Madison Kellum (17) 2nd - Dillon Narro (17) 3rd - Elias Rose (186) Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Emma Loehr (17) 2nd - Rylie Lloyd (17) 3rd - Abigail Lopez (17)

Foods - Pies

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Cobey McCuller (17) 2nd - Brett Withem (9) 3rd - Maylee Dowell (17)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Macy Narro (17) 2nd - Caleb See (9) 3rd - Kyleigh Hruska (9)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Dillon Narro (17) 2nd - Natalie Vacha (9) 3rd - Elias Rose (186) Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Abigail Lopez (17) 2nd - Dakota Kienow (9) 3rd - Jade Lauderdale (9)

Handicraft

Ages 9 to 11 1st - J. Beaux Hruska (9) 2nd - Cobey McCuller (17) 3rd - Ciara Coker (186)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Kyleigh Hruska (9) 2nd - Kadie Hartman (17) 3rd - Riley Green (9)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Dillon Narro (17) 2nd - Colby See (9) 3rd - Grace Lewis (9)

Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Emma Loehr (17) 2nd - Jade Lauderdale (9) 3rd - Brylee Chmelar (17)

Hobby Kits

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Constructed Items

Left to right, Abigail Lopez (17), J. Beaux Hruska (9), Macy Narro (17), Madison Kellum (17).

Foods

Left to right, Emma Loehr (17), Cobey McCuller (17), Macy Narro (17), Dillon Narro (17).

Handicraft

Left to right, Abigail Lopez (17), J. Beaux Hruska (9), Kyleigh Hruska (9), Dillon Narro (17).

Hobby Kits

Left to right, Emma Loehr (17), Cobey McCuller (17), Kyleigh Hruska (9), Elias Rose (186).

Needlework

Left to right, Dakota Kienow (9), Madelyn Rodriguez (9), Kaylea Walker (9).

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Cobey McCuller (17) 2nd - J. Beaux Hruska (9) 3rd - Wesley See (9)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Kyleigh Hruska (9) 2nd - Macy Narro (17) 3rd - Jessie Enrique (186)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Elias Rose (186) 2nd - Dillon Narro (17) 3rd - Colby See (9) Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Dakota Kienow (9) 2nd - Emma Loehr (17) 3rd - Jade Lauderdale (9)

Needlework

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Madelyn Rodriguez (9) 2nd - Tatiana Tates (9) 3rd - Joshua Green (9)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Kaylea Walker (9) 2nd - Natalie Vacha (9)

Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Dakota Kienow (9) 2nd - Abigail Lopez (17) 3rd - Kennedi Withem (9)

Photography - Motor Vehicle

Ages 9 to 11 1st - J. Beaux Hruska (9) 2nd - Ciara Coker (186) 3rd - Brett Withem (9)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Ashlyn Kellum (17) 2nd - Macy Narro (17) 3rd - Riley Green (9)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Tabor Dowell (17) 2nd - Madison Kellum (17) 3rd - Jessica Enrique (186) Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Rylie Lloyd (17) 2nd - Emma Loehr (17) 3rd - Jade Lauderdale (9)

Pictorial Arts

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Ciara Coker (186) 2nd - Maylee Dowell (17)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Kamree Walker (9) 2nd - Joshua Green (9) 3rd - Kadie Hartman (17)

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Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Kaylea Walker (9) 2nd - Macey McCuller (17) 3rd - Natalee See (9)

Photography

Pictorial Arts

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Riley Green (9) 2nd - William See (9) 3rd - Ashlyn Kellum (17)

Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Emma Loehr (17) 2nd - Brylee Chmelar (17) 3rd - Millison Dowell (17)

Sewing

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Ciara Coker (186) 2nd - Maylee Dowell (17)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Carson Parker (17) 2nd - Jessie Enrique (186) 3rd - Macy Narro (17)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Jessica Enrique (186) 2nd - Grace Lewis (9) 3rd - Macey McCuller (17)

1st - Lodge 9, Snook 2nd - Lodge186, Caldwell 3rd - Lodge17, New Tabor

Poster

1st - Lodge 17, New Tabor

Scrapbook

Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Rylie Lloyd (17) 2nd - Emma Loehr (17)

Individual Talent

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Macy Narro (17)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Grace Lewis (9) 2nd - Dillon Narro (17)

Left to right, Rylie Lloyd (9), Ciara Coker (186), Kamree Walker (9), Kaylea Walker (9)

Science and Education

Left to right, Jade Lauderdale (9), Riley Green (9), Kaylea Walker (9).

Sewing

Left to right, Emma Loehr (17), Ciara Coker (186), Carson Parker (17), Jessica Enrique (186).

Individual Talent

Left to right, Rylie Lloyd (17), Macy Narro (17), Grace Lewis (9).

2nd - Lodge 17, New Tabor Brylee Chmelar Maylee Dowell Rylie Lloyd Emma Loehr Abby Lopez 1st - Lodge 17, New Tabor Tabor Dowell Kadie Hartman Ashlyn Kellum Madison Kellum Macey McCuller Cobey McCuller Dillon Narro Macy Narro Carson Parker Chandler Sebesta

Senior Group Talent

2nd - Lodge 9, Snook Riley Green Grace Lewis Kyleigh Hruska Madelyn Rodriguez Colby See Natalee See Natalie Vacha Kamree Walker Kaylea Walker District Queen Grace Lewis (9) District Duchess Dakota Kienow (9)

Royalty

First Runner-Up Queen Natalee See (9) First Runner-Up Duchess Jade Lauderdale (9)

Second Runner-Up Queen Jessica Enrique (186) Second Runner-Up Duchess Rylie Lloyd (17) District King Dillon Narro (17) District Duke Cobey McCuller (17) —SPJST—

District One Youth Achievement Day

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Kaylea Walker (9) 2nd - Natalee See (9) 3rd - Jessica Enrique (186)

Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Jade Lauderdale (9)

Junior Group Talent

Sunday, July 23, 2017 • Caldwell Civic Center in Caldwell, Texas

Science and Education

Left to right, Dakota Kienow (9), J. Beaux Hruska (9), Ashlyn Kellum (17), Tabor Dowell (17).

1st - Lodge 9, Snook Joshua Green J. Beaux Hruska Dakota Kienow Hagen Sebesta Kimber Sebesta McKenzie Sebesta Caleb See Wesley See William See Tatiana Tates Brett Withem Kennedi Withem

Wednesday, August 2, 2017

Sunday, July 23, 2017 • Caldwell Civic Center in Caldwell, Texas

District One Youth Achievement Day

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JUNIOR GROUP TALENT - Lodge 9, Snook Front, left to right, Brett Withem, Wesley See, Dakota Kienow, Kennedi Withem, Hagen Sebesta. Back: Joshua Green, Kimber Sebesta, Caleb See, J. Beaux Hruska, Tatiana Tates, McKenzie Sebesta, William See.

SENIOR GROUP TALENT - Lodge 17, New Tabor Front, left to right, Cobey McCuller, Macy Narro, Kadie Hartman, Ashlyn Kellum, Carson Parker. Back: Dillon Narro, Macey McCuller, Chandler Sebesta, Madison Kallum, Tabor Dowell.

Scrapbook

Lodge 17 New Tabor

Poster

Lodge 9 Snook

MERIT POINTS - District One Top Junior Macy Narro and District One Top Teen Dillon Narro, both of Lodge 17, New Tabor. CENTER PHOTO: District One Youth Counselor Sharon Russell presents the President’s Student Service Award to Dillon Narro of Lodge 17,

New Tabor. RIGHT PHOTO: District One Youth Counselor Sharon Russell presents the Youth Achievement Award to Malorie Vacha of Lodge 9, Snook (accepting the award is Malorie’s sister Natalie Vacha).

LEFT PHOTO: Youth leaders, left to right, are DYC Sharon Russell (13), Assistant DYC Hannah Kovar (9), Assistant Youth Leader (AYL) Carol Coker (186), YL Yolanda Brinkman (186), AYL Mabrey Dowell (17), AYL Susan Skrabanek (17), ADYC/YL Holly Narro (17),

AYL Laura Sebesta (9), and YL Loree Lewis (9). CENTER PHOTO: ADYC Holly Narro, left, and 2016 Miss Kolache Festival Carlee See (9), who served as mistress of ceremonies. RIGHT PHOTO: District One Leaders-in-Training (LITs).

Wednesday, August 2, 2017

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LODGE 17, NEW TABOR JUNIOR BESEDA DANCERS - Front, left to right, Cobey McCuller, Chandler Sebesta, Carson Parker, Ashlyn Kellum. Back: Brylee Chmelar, Rylie Lloyd, Abby Lopez, Emma Loehr.

LODGE 17, NEW TABOR SENIOR BESEDA DANCERS. Front, left to right, Maylee Dowell, Tabor Dowell, Brandon Powell, Dillon Narro. Back: Macy Narro, Kadie Hartman, Macey McCuller, Madison Kellum.

LEFT PHOTO: Family members congratulate District One Duchess Dakota Kienow, Queen Grace Lewis, King Dillon Narro, and Duke Cobey McCuller. RIGHT PHOTO: 2016-2017 State King Colby See, center, back, and State Duke J. Beaux Hruska, center, front, are pictured

with the District One royalty contestants. Front, left to right, Rylie Lloyd (17), Jade Lauderdale (9), Dakota Kienow (9), and Kennedi Withem (9). Back: Dillon Narro (17), Jessica Enrique (186), Natalee See (9), Grace Lewis (9), Kyleigh Hruska (9), and Cobey McCuller (17).

2017-2018 District One Duchess Dakota Kienow, Queen Grace Lewis, King Dillon Narro, and Duke Cobey McCuller, are pictured with, far left 2016-2017 District One Royalty - Duchess Jade Lauderdale, Queen Natalee See, and far right, King Colby See, and Duke J. Beaux Hruska; and, at right, with Assistant DYC Hannah Kovar, DYC Sharon Russell, Assistant DYC Holly Narro, and District One Director Donnie Victorick.

District One Youth Achievement Day

LODGE 9, SNOOK SENIOR BESEDA DANCERS. Front, left to right, Kyleigh Hruska, Caleb See, William See, Colby See. Back: Kaylea Walker, Madelyn Rodriguez, Natalee See, Grace Lewis.

Sunday, July 23, 2017 • Caldwell Civic Center in Caldwell, Texas

LODGE 9, SNOOK JUNIOR BESEDA DANCERS. Front, left to right, Joshua Green, Wesley See, Brett Withem, J. Beaux Hruska. Back: Dakota Kienow, Tatiana Tates, Kamree Walker, Riley Green.

Wednesday, August 2, 2017 Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Juan Guerrero (88)

Constructed Items - Wood

Sunday, July 23, 2017 • Lodge 88, Houston

District Five Youth Achievement Day

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Anahi Guerrero (88)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Keith Wockenfuss (88)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Jade Caffey (88)

Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Addison Brown (88) 2nd - Megan Pflughaupt (88) 3rd - Juan Guerrero (88)

Foods - Pies

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Anahi Guerrero (88)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Jade Caffey (88) 2nd - Zoe Saxton (142)

Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Kinsley Parker (88) 2nd - Daden Chmiel (88) 3rd - Emma Shaffner (88)

Handicraft

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Anahi Guerrero (88)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Karley Kieschnick (142)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Jade Caffey (88) 2nd - Bailey Stavinoha (81) 3rd - Zoe Saxton (142) Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Maxx Stavinoha (81) 2nd - Addison Brown (88) 3rd - Kinsley Parker (88)

Hobby Kits

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Keith Wockenfuss (88)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Jade Caffey (88) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Anahi Guerrero (88)

Needlework

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Karley Kieschnick (142)

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Left to right, Juan Guerrero (88), Anahi Guerrero (88), Keith Wockenfuss (88), Jade Caffey (88).

Foods

Left to right, Addison Brown (88), Anahi Guerrero (88), Jade Caffey (88).

Handicraft

Left to right, Kinsley Parker (88), Anahi Guerrero (88), Karley Kieschnick (142), Jade Caffey (88).

Hobby Kits

Left to right, Maxx Stavinoha (81), Keith Wockenfuss (88), Jade Caffey (88).

Photography

Left to right, Addison Brown (88), Anahi Guerrero (88), Keith Wockenfuss (88), Zoe Saxton (142).

Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Addison Brown (88) 2nd - Maxx Stavinoha (81) 3rd - Megan Pflughaupt (88)

Photography - Motor Vehicle Ages 9 to 11 1st - Anahi Guerrero (88)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Keith Wockenfuss (88) 2nd - Karley Kieschnick (142) 3rd - Evan Stavinoha (81)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Zoe Saxton (142) 2nd - Jade Caffey (88) 3rd - Bailey Stavinoha (81)

Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Addison Shaffner (88) 2nd - Cheyenne Parker (88) 3rd - Juan Guerrero (88)

Pictorial Arts

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Karley Kieschnick (142) 2nd - Evan Stavinoha (81) 3rd - Keith Wockenfuss (88)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Bailey Stavinoha (81)

Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Megan Pflughaupt (88) 2nd - Tyler Parker (88) 3rd - Cheyenne Parker (88)

Science and Education

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Karley Kieschnick (142) 2nd - Keith Wockenfuss (88)

Completed Kindergarten to 8 1st - Addison Brown (88)

Individual Talent

District Queen Jade Caffey (88) District Duchess Anahi Guerrero (88) —SPJST—

Royalty

Wednesday, August 2, 2017

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Individual Talent

Addison Brown (88).

Pictorial Arts

Left to right, Megan Pflughaupt (88), Karley Kieschnick (142). Merit Points

Top Teen Jade Caffey and Top Junior Keith Wockenfuss, both of Lodge 88, Houston.

Sunday, July 23, 2017 • Lodge 88, Houston

Left to right, Addison Shaffner (88), Karley Kieschnick (142), Bailey Stavinoha (81).

Science and Education

District Five Youth Achievement Day

Left to right, Anahi Guerrero (88), Karley Kieschnick (142).

Wednesday, August 2, 2017

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category entries, posters, and scrapbooks will be displayed for the public. 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 2:15 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

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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—

Interstate 35 construction is causing a bit of confusion on how to get to the Mayborn Convention Center. Please plan ahead, leave earlier, and give yourself plenty of time to travel to State YAD at the Mayborn Center! Northbound I-35 traffic will use Exit 303A - Industrial Drive to reach the Mayborn. Stay on the IH 35 frontage road thru the stop sign. Keep right and exit into the Center’s entrance on Bellaire. Southbound will use exit 304 and stay straight on the access road thru the traffic light and continue to the loop back north at Industrial Drive. After you cross the bridge and enter the northbound frontage road, you will need to get into the far right lane. Keep to the right to the entrance to the Center.The new I35 Access road northbound has now opened which will be the road to take to Bellaire Dr. and the entrance to the Center.

TQKTU!Tubuf!Zpvui!Bdijfwfnfou!Ebz Saturday, August 5, 2017

Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center

3303 North Third Street • Temple, Texas 76501

State YAD Schedule of Events

(Please note that all times after registration at 10 a.m. are approximate.)

8:30 a.m.

9 to 10 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10:40 a.m.

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Youth Leaders/ State YAD Workers Meeting Craft Room

11 a.m.

Opening Ceremonies

1:45 p.m.

Break

Craft, Special Category, Talent, Royalty, Beseda, Scrapbook, Poster Registration

Royalty Rehearsal All royalty contestants and the 2016-2017 State Royalty are to meet at the stage for a brief rehearsal. Craft, Special Category, Talent, Royalty, Beseda, Scrapbook, Poster Registration Ends No late entries will be accepted.

Special Category Competition Begins Dining Room Beseda Dancers’ Photos All beseda dancers are to meet in costume at the stage for photos. If you are participating in Special Category, please dress before the competition.

Lunch Available Hamburger, chips, cookie, iced tea - $6 Catered by Oscar Store

Talent Competition

Craft and Special Category Viewing Craft Room

Silent Auction of Pies (Food Entries) All proceeds will go to SPJST Scholarship Fund and SPJST Education and Nature Center (ENC).

2:15 p.m.

Silent Auction Winners Announced

Royalty Competition Awards Ceremony

Crowning of 2017-2018 State King and Queen Royalty Court Photographs

Podpora

BENEVOLENCE

ROČNÍK 105 CISLO 31

CEFT dokončila přípravy na říjnové oslavy Jan Vaculík česky píšící dopisovatel

Pravidelná čtvrtletní letní schůze České vzdělávací nadace státu Texasu se konala dne 8. července 2017 v nyní již dobře známé bratrské modlitbně v Caldwell, Tx. Místnost byla připravena a dobře vchlazena, protože v v létě jsou v Texasu dosti vysoké teploty a lidé chtějí mít pohodlí. Jako obyčejně je letní schůze poměrně málo početně navštívena, ale v našem případě jsme měli na pořadu dokončení příprav na říjnovou oslavu a vyslechnutí zpráv jednotlivých úředníků. Předseda Sboru ředitelů Clinton Machann zahájil schůzi, poděkoval za pohostinnost Bratrskému sboru a složili jsme přísahu vlajce Spojených států amerických a pro republiku, pro kterou stojí. Tajemník nadace Paul Hlavinka přečetl zápis z dubnové schůze a byl schválen s malými opravami.. Naše finanční tajemnice Cindy Belknap přečetla velmi pěknou finanční zprávu a ráda přijme jakoukoliv částku jako příspěvek na činnost naší nadace. Příspěvky posílejte na adresu: Cindy P. Belknap, 2520 Willing Avenue, Ft. Worth, Tx. 76110. V této souvislosti je nutno podotknout, že nadace připravuje nová pravidla, podle kterých bude možno jednoduše a přehledně darovat příspěvky na podporu nadace. Dosavadní pravidla nejsou vhodná podle současných zákonů ve státu Texasu. Je to důležitý dokument a jeho propracování a dokončení je velmi důležité pro vztah s veřejností, která má mít důvěru ve věrohodnost naší činnosti a že všechny zákonné podmínky naší organisace jsou na místě a pracují. Zejména částky, které se vybraly během zájezdu moravké kapely Stříbrňanky musí najít správnou legální cestu do naší pokladny. Toho by si měli být vědomi pořadatelé představení každé dechové

Lidskost ★ Bratrství Wednesday, August 2, 2017

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Česká

HUMANITY

Část

Slovanská Podporující Jednota Státu Texas

Uředni orgán SPJST ★ Založené roku 1897

kapely. Mnohokrát jsem ve zprávách o činnosti naší nadace podotkl, že naše nadace je uznána stá tem Texasem jako nevýdělečná organisace s právem poskytovat úlevu na daních přispivatelům na naši činnost. Jedině částky a případné dary či jiné cennosti v různé podobě budou uznány jako úleva na daních v našem státě, pokud budou řádně zaznamenány naší tajemnicí. President naší nadace Woody Smith popsal velmi zajímavý průběh návštěvy velvyslance Hynka Kmoníčka a jeho manželky Indiry ve státu Texasu a není divu, že všichni krajané velvy slance rádi uvítají do jednotlivých míst v Texasu. Rádi takové osobnosti přivítáme a zvláště v tom případě, kdy projevují neobvyklé znalosti koření a jiných věcí.Velvyslanec pěkně zapadl mezi naše krajany a jenom mu schází vyšší postava,. zapomněl jíst více chleba jako dítě. Ale kovbojský klobouk nastavil k jeho postavě dostatečnou výšku. James S. Sassín, předseda Poradního výboru při Texaské universitě v Austinu, Tx. pozna menal, že se sešli na katedře

českého jazyka, literatury a kultury a oslavili výroční slavnost a předali odměny za činnost ve asiovýchodoevropských studiích . Původní název je Center pro ruské, východevropské a euroasijské studium při Texaské universitě. Odměnu za vynikající české studium obdržel John Grewell a podporu pro léto získal Quinn O´Dowd.. Další odměnu získal Roman Hladký (jméno psáno Hlatký), Tracy Helm, Matthew Sherman a Margerethe Unger Za vynikající práci při vyučování obdržely Samantha Farmer, Irielle Wesley a Margerethe Unger. Dr. Hilchey učí tři třídy, dokončuje práci na učebnici elektronickou cestou, tato učebnice bude k pou žití příští rok. Česky píšící dopisovatel těchto řádků pak podal stručnou zprávu o jeho zdravotních zku šenostech z tohoto léta. Jistou dobu jsem měl zažívací potíže, nejdříve to byl průjem pravděpodobně pod vlivem nevhodných léků, které jsem měl od doktorů, kteří chtěli vyléčit moje ledviny. Když jsem toto utrpení nemohl vydržet, tak jsem odmítl léky používat a zdá se, že od té doby ledviny pracují uspoko-

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.

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.

Czech Cultural Calendar

First/Third Tuesdays Tarok Lessons with Tarok Champion Jimmie Coufal—at Czech Heritage Museum, 119 West French Avenue, Temple, 7 p.m.: All skill levels; beginners always welcome! Free and open to everyone. For information, call 254-899-2935; or email czechheritagemuseum@gmail.com.

Second Sundays Czech Language Class—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road on US Highway 77, La

August 5 Paprskar Memorial Tarok Tournament— at SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth - National Hall, 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road, Fort Worth (Lake Worth). 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.

October 14 Jarrell (Corn Hill) Tarok Tournament—at Moravian Hall in Corn Hill. Contact Jerry David 512-484-0775. —SPJST—

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jivě. Avšak po roce průjmu se najednou moje zažívací ústrojí zastavilo, neměl jsem sice průjem, ale pravděpodobnou zácpu, jak usoudili lékaři. Když projimadla nemohla se zácpou pohnout, bylo nutno se podívat do tlustého střeva a zjistit příčinu zácpy. Tento obor lékařské vědy se jmenuje onkologie a prohlídka střev se jmenuje colonoscopy. Nezbývalo nic jiného, než po asi půlroce jít k lékaři na prohlídku střev. Odmítl jsem uspávání, jak někteří lidé připouští, tak jsem viděl celou proceduru na vlastní oči. Operatér použil upravený přístroj opatřený světlem a kamerou a dalšími lékařskými přístroji. Přístroj vložil do řitního otvoru a pomalu se protlačoval v tlustém střevě nahoru a dovnitř. Po krátké vzdálenosti asi 8 palců však narazil na nějakou překážku a jak je mým zvykem, poradil jsem operátorovi, aby se prodral překážkou a pokračoval dále. Operátor zahýbal s přístrojem a zjistil, že se nemůže dostat dále a tak se díval po příčině. Vlevo dole jsme uviděli tmavěfialový malý balonek a operatér vykřikl, že je to rakovina. Myslel si asi, že já jsem uspaný a že nic neuslyším, tak jsem mu poradil, aby vzal vzorek té hmoty ze střeva a poslal vzorek do laboratoře. Tak jsme zjistili, že mám v tlustém střevě rakovinový nádor ještě dosti mladý a že je čas přistoupit k operaci. Dne 10. června 2017 se uskutečnila operace a chirurgovi jsem poradil, aby si všiml, jak a kam se rakovina rozšířila ve střevě a patřičný kus střeva vyřezal. Operace se zdařila, dnes mají chirurgové všelijaké přístroje a neotvírají tělo pacienta tak, jak se operace prováděla kdysi. Po operaci mi zůstaly celkem tři menší díry a jedna větší díra. Malé díry se vyhojily do týdne a velká díra o další týden později.. Jak to tak bývá, chirurgové vždy hledají, kde by mohli ještě člověka uříznout. Tento chirurg našel, že to, co jsem považoval za mateřské znaménko po mnoho roků, může být rakovina kůže, že je třeba vzít vzorek a zjistit, o co jedná. V laboratoři zjistili,že se jedná o rakovinu a že je třeba znovu řezat. Dne 3. čer-

Wednesday, August 2, 2017

vence 2017 chirurg provedl operaci a vyřezal kus pravé ruky nad zápěstím a protože se jednalo o dosti velký kus kůže, uřízl kus kůže ze stehna a přiložil ji na ránu. Opearace se zdařila a nová kůže srostla se starou a nyní čekám na tělo, aby dokončilo lidskou práci. Během této dosti strastiplné doby jsem prožíval pokoj v duši, naboť jsem věděl, že mnohem lepší doktor sleduje práci lidských doktorů a pravděpodobně jim pomáhá při jejich práci. Nikdo není lepší opravovatel lidských těl než sám Stvořitel, který nejlépe ví a praktikuje svoje vědomosti o lidském těle. Hojení není tak bolestivé a obtížné jako chemoterapie, kterou podstupuji na přání rodiny a podle praktického úsudku lékařů, kteří chtějí odstranit i mikroskopické zbytky rakoviny z mého těla. Takže v této době se již uzdravuji a díky Boží pomoci jsem prošel i touto zkušeností s pokojem v srdci a důvěrou v Boží pomoc. Děkuji za mnoho modlitebníků v mnohých sborech, o kterých vím, že se modlili za moje udzdravení. Vaše modlitby odpověděl sám nebeský Otec s Jeho Synem Ježíšem Kristem v Duchu svatém. Anglicky píšící dopisovatelka Lynnette Urbanovský sdělila, že připravuje nové číslo oběž níku na měsíc srpen a

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Czech Deacons Visit Temple

Three transitional deacons from the Czech Republic were welcomed to Temple on Friday, July 21, 2017. They are staying in Texas for about four weeks. Father Stephen Nesrsta of Holy Trinity Catholic Church of Corn Hill is taking them around Texas to various activities and events during their stay. LEFT PHOTO:

potřebuje další příspěvky, aby číslo bylo čtivé a přitažlivé pro naši veřejnost. Její dosavadní práce ukazuje, že její práce je užitečná pro naši nadaci. John Šefčík informoval přítomné, že pracuje na zprávách pro naši webstránku, která se má stát hlavním oznamovatelem zpráv o

Taylor Czech Chorus presents scholarship

Kierstin Rosipal was presented with the 2017 Taylor Czech Chorus Scholarship on Monday, July 17, 2017. She is the daughter of Kristi and Christopher Rosipal of Carrollton, Texas, and the granddaughter of Taylor Czech Chorus member Eileen Rosipal. Kierstin has severe audible and visual dyslexia which required many extra hours of work and study, beyond that of her classmates. Despite the setbacks, she recently graduated from Hebron High School in Carrollton and achieved a 3.87 unweighted GPA. Kierstin plans to attend Marshalltown Community College in Iowa and major in construction management. Taylor Czech Chorus members were treated with rosettes that were made by Kierstin with the help of her grandmother, Eileen. Rosettes are a thin, cookie-like, deepfried pastry topped with icing or powdered sugar. This traditional Czech pastry is made by using intricately designed irons. Seated are Eileen Rosipal (grandmother), Kierstin Rosipal, and Lodge 18, Elgin member Diane Volek (director), along with fellow Taylor Czech Chorus members. —Submitted by Monica Stojaník of Lodge 20, Granger

Pictured at the SPJST Home Office are, left to right, SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek, Jan Jurečka, Jiří Šůstek, Vojtěch Zahrádka, and Father Nesrsta. RIGHT PHOTO: Father Nesrsta, left, and the Czech deacons visit the Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center in Temple.

činnosti naší nadace. Jeho touha je vytvořit takovou webstránku, která by vynikala pestrostí, užitečnými zprávami a přitaživostí by lákala veřejnost k členství v naší nadaci. Pak se rozvinula dosti obsáhlá debata o uspořádání oslavy založení Hlavinkova stipendia na Texaské A and M universitě v College Station, Tx.. Lynnette Urbanovvská zajistila dosti prostornou místnost a ostatní vymoženosti, které jsou nutné při oslavě. Pořad bude jednoduchý: po modlitbě zazpíváme hymny, pak bude oběd, součástí oslavy bude tichá aukce, klavírista Richard Urbiš přednese koncert a další vhodné zábavy. Po dlouhé debatě byl ustanoven výbor, který celou oslavu uspořádá a přivede k úspěchu. Naše nová ředitelka JoAnn Zaeske upozornila na nedávnou změnu v zákonech o školství, která v podstatě zrušuje vyčování jazyků na texaských školách. Je nutno napsat naším poslancům, aby si rozmysleli svoje jednání a zákon změnili. Je mnoho věcí na světě, které je nutno zlepšit, avšak tento zákon vede vzdělání k horšímu. Náš upravovatel webstránky John Šefčík upozornuil, že darovací dokumenty jsou již připraveny a nadace je jen musí posoudit a schválit v plnou platnost. Mělo by se pohnout byrokracií, aby se něco užitečného udělalo. Příští schůze má být součástí oslav ustanovení Hlavinkova stipendia při Texaské A and M universitě v College Station, Tx. Těšíme se na hojnou účast naší krajanské veřejnosti a zároveň oslavíme výročí osvobození našich národů z područí Rakouska-Uherska v roce 1918. Taková slavnost si zaslouží plné účasti. Těšíme se na shledanou v College Station v říjnu tohoto roku 2017. —SPJST—

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ello and welcome to Czech by Numbers, Radio Prague’s Czech language series, which looks at Czech numbers and their use in idioms and in everyday speech. This edition is about the number nine in Czech.

The Czech word for nine is devět, which sounds completely different from the English but is almost identical in all Slavonic languages. Nine is considered to be a lucky or magic number in many cultures and appears in various fairy tales and popular sayings. For example, cats are supposed t o have nine lives kočky mají devět životů in both t h e English-speaking world and the Czech Republic. In English, some children’s stories begin with the phrase - over the hills and far away - and Czech ones start with za devatero horami a devatero řekami over nine mountains and across nine rivers. The word devatero is just another way of saying devět - nine. Another idiom using the word is devatero řemesel - nine trades, typically used in the saying devatero řemesel a

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desátá bída, literally - nine trades and the tenth being poverty. The expression is used roughly in the same sense as the English - jack of all trades, master of none. That is, it’s better to do one thing well than many things sloppily. Another example of the importance of nine in folklore is the Czech name of the flower butterbur - devětsil - which translates as - nine strengths.

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The ordinal number is devátý for the masculine and devátá for the feminine. Standing on its own, the latter is almost always used to mean Symphony No. 9 by Beethoven. That’s it for this lesson. We’ll be back with number ten. Till then, na shledanou, bye-bye. ~ Pavla Horáková http://www.radio.cz/en/section/abc/czech-by-numbers-nine 27-05-2006

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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment

Post your lodge’s upcoming SPJST fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is Wednesday at 5 p.m., unless otherwise posted. Send updates directly to: VĚSTNÍK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX to: 254-773-8087. Email to: vestnik@spjst.org. Advertising rates are $2 per column inch for lodge ads; $4 per column inch for nonprofit organization ads; and $6 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at 800-727-7578 or email vestnik@spjst.org. LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Directions: Lodge building is located on Hwy 159 East, 3 blocks from the town square. Hall Rental Information: (979) 966-3795. Lodge Meetings: First Monday of even-numbered months - February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the hall. Potluck served after meeting. Youth Club Meetings: First Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, contact Youth Leader Ronnie Pflughaupt 979-249-6702; or email rpflughaupt@hotmail.com. LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Lodge Meetings: The following Sundays in 2017 - July 9; August 20 (location/time TBA); November 12; and December 10 at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville.

LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA (3) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. at PointBank Community Center, 739 East Liberty Street, Pilot Point. For directions/meeting information, contact Brian Heitzman 940-686-4429; or Dean Carender 903-564-7359.

LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Note - The bridge on the road to the hall is out. Update: Work has started on the bridge 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!

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) Monday, August 28—Lodge meeting at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant, Schulenburg, 6 p.m. Please note this date; we welcome members and guests to join us.

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: 979884-1451. 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: 512-285-3100. 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 254-9850002; 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: 972-8758381; Hall Phone: 972-875-8381. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. Game Room: Open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.

LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month - unless otherwise noted in the Vestnik - at 12 noon at Wharton County Library - East Bernard Branch, 746 Clubside Drive, East Bernard. For information, contact Secretary Helen Kelner 281-342-2624.

LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) • All Wednesday, Friday night dances - Free admission • Old-fashioned hamburgers served Fridays, 6 to 9 p.m.

Friday, August 4—Sterling Country, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, August 5—Walter Gonzales Horseshoe Tournament Sunday, August 6—SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club monthly meeting, 1 p.m. at the hall. For information, contact Youth Leader Cristy Girod 512-468-1347. Wednesday, August 9—SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor members will hold their monthly meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. A covered dish meal will be served following the meeting. Friday, August 11—Glen Collins Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 16—Taylor Made Band, 7 to 10 p.m. at the hall. Friday, August 18—Old Friends, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, August 25—Second Hand Rose, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, at intersection of State Hwy 95 and US 79 Business (4th Street), turn east on Hwy 79. Proceed to FM 619, turn north (left) and go about .8 mile to the large, 2-story hall. Hall Rental Information: 512-352-9139; Hall Phone: 512-352-9139. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 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) 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 254-749-3326; Hall Phone: 254-863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Sales Agents: James (Dude) Mann 254-715-0275 and Gene E. Pavelka 254-749-3326.

LODGE 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.

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LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Monday, August 14—Lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m.

Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: From Taylor, take the South Loop. Turn right on FM 112 and go about 0.8 mile. Turn right on FM 619; continue on FM 619 for approximately 4 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 512-739-9324. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at the hall except the June meeting, which will be Monday, June 12, 6:30 p.m., and the August meeting, which will be Monday, August 14, 6:30 p.m. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 49, ROWENA (4) Lodge Hall: 706 FM 2133, Rowena. Hall Rental Information: 325-262-3377 - Butch Wood. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 51, ELLINGER (1) Lodge Meetings: Third Friday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Ellinger Fire Department, West Main Street in Ellinger.

LODGE 54, WEST (3) Lodge Meetings: First Friday in March, June, and November, and the second Friday in September, 7 p.m. at St. Joseph Hall, 303 South Harrison Street in West.

LODGE 63, SWEET HOME (6) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. For meeting location, call Lodge Secretary Ann Moseley 361-594-8429.

LODGE 66, WACO (3) Lodge Meetings: Date, time, location TBA in the lodge’s monthly meeting minutes that appear in the Věstník. For information, call 254-799-4247.

LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG (1) Lodge Meetings: Third or fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December (Christmas) at Frank’s Restaurant in Schulenburg, 2 p.m. To confirm meeting date/s, call Ernest Kutac 979-561-7190.

LODGE 73, SEYMOUR (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 12 p.m. - unless otherwise noted. For meeting location, call Alice Orsak 940-889-2391.

LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday in March, June, September, and December, 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls. For information, contact Diana Ibarra 940-224-7383.

LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Meal served at 1 p.m.; meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi.

LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Note: As of May 2017, meetings will be held bimonthly. Watch the Věstník for dates/times of lodge and board meetings.

Lodge Hall: 12141 East FM 2268, Holland. Directions: On Hwy 95, south of Holland, turn east on FM 2268. Go 1/2 mile to hall, which is on the right. Hall Phone: 254657-2485. Lodge Meetings: Held bimonthly. Youth Club Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Youth Leader Connie Horak’s home; call 254541-9165 for address. Board of Directors’ Meetings: Watch the Věstník for dates/times. Bingo: Every ThursPermit No. SP12371416574; day, 7 p.m. 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: 361-7934742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Madeline Gadway 979-900-9566 or madeline.gadway@gmail.com

LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas 75204. From IH35 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

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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 972-948-4456.

LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north onto 50th Street; go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Karin Bryant 254-947-3100; or Judith Little 254-9138568. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Saturday, August 5—Moonglow Orchestra, big band. *Dress code. $15 Saturday, August 19—Gary Dossett Orchestra, big band. *Dress code. $15 Saturday, September 9—Red Ravens, polka/variety. $10 Saturday, September 16—The Telstars, country/variety. $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 Information: Hall: 713-869-5767; or visit www.lodge88.org. Lodge Meetings: Third Monday, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Bingo: Every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7 p.m. Regular games start at 7:30 p.m. License No. 17407503501. All dances are held from 8 to 11:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. For reservations, call 713-869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Beer, set-ups, soda, and ice sold at bar. Please do not bring from outside. *Dress Code dances: evening attire for ladies and gentlemen. LODGE 91, SAN JACINTO (5) Lodge Meetings: quarterly meetings - TBA in the Věstník. For information, contact Lodge Secretary Vonda Smesny 832-694-8762.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) NOTE: The July meeting has changed to Wednesday, July 5 at 6:30 p.m. Please see the lodge letters’ section for more information.

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 817-480-3480 for more information or advance registration. Late entries will be accepted if slots are available. Sunday, August 6—Randy and the 92nd Roadhouse band, country and western. 2 to 6 p.m. Admission $6 Tuesday, August 8—Ladies Circle, 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 8—Game night at lodge 92, 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 9—Sportsmens’ Club meeting, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. Friday, August 11—Tanglefoot Ballroom Dance, 8 to 11 p.m. Members $11, non-members $17 Sunday, August 13—Lodge 92 monthly meeting 2 p.m. followed by lunch Tuesday, August 22—Game night at Lodge 92, 7 p.m. Saturday, September 16—Czech Heritage Day. Save the date! Watch for details in upcoming Věstník issues.

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 817624-1361. Visit Lodge 92 website www.nationalhallfortworth.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 214906-3385 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 979922-1553.

LODGE 141, SEALY (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle Drive, Sealy.

LODGE 142, HOUSTON (5) 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 325-651-8045 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: 254982-4434. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at the hall: Board of Trustees meet at 5 p.m.; lodge meeting follows at 5:30 p.m. Bingo: Every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; kitchen is open. LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at Carmine Lions Club Building, 201 Centennial Street, Carmine. For information, contact Melissa Wickel 979-249-7393.

LODGE 180, BURLESON (3) Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month at the Burleson Police Department Building - Community Room, 1161 S. W. Wilshire, Burleson, 6 p.m. For information, call 817-905-2097 or 972-268-0022.

LODGE 181, CONROE (5) Lodge Meetings: Lodge meeting location/time will be announced in the Vestnik. For further information, contact President Barbara Williams-Rash 936-295-7778; email b.d.willrash@att.net; Vice President Chuck Toney 281362-9062; email cdtiii@toney.us; or Treasurer Patsy Mc936-788-5714; or email Clelland 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 IH-20 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: 817-4658538; 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. 1-7420733095-41002.

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.

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LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at (unless otherwise noted) C and J Barbecue, 1010 South Texas Avenue in Bryan. LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Friday, August 18—Glenn Lenderman and Friends Friday, September 15—Nathan Ham

Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information/Dance Reservations: George Scogin 936875-2867. Lodge Meetings: Monday night before the third Friday night of the month, 7 p.m. at the 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: 281373-9482; 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. 254-624-5152.

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 at 2 p.m. except second Sunday in September and December at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday at 1:15 p.m. except second Sunday in September and December at 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 940322-8503.

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 806-535-8356. Youth Club Meetings: For location/time, contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams 806-990-3351.

LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m. 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. .

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 713726-1928.

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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