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. . . Kolaches, Kars, Kraut . . . SPJST Car Show Saturday, May 5 in Seaton
The 13th Annual SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration is Saturday, May 5 at Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall. This year’s event will include vendor booths offering various items like kolaches from Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club. Pictured above, Assistant Youth Leader Vicki Sims, left, and Youth Leader Lynda Novak display delicious, homemade kolaches at the 2017 car show. RIGHT PHOTO: Joe Musil demonstrates sauerkraut-making at last year’s event. Joe returns on May 5 to share his homemade sauerkraut once again.
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Smile! We’re SPJST!
On the cool, wet, and windy morning of Saturday, April 14, Lodge 81, Needville hosted the SPJST Float in the Needville Youth Fair Parade. Pictured with the smiling emojis are, left to right, Cody Sandage, Kayla Weighat, Lodge 81 Youth Leader Madeline Gadway, and Lodge 81 youth members Baley Stavinoha and Maxx Stavinoha.
Wild Art
These beautiful poppy paintings are the work of Henrietta Milan of Lodge 154, Fort Worth. Although she usually works in much larger sizes, she generously donated these smaller canvases for the Czech Heritage Museum gift shop. Call the museum at 254-899-2935 if you are interested in purchasing one of these paintings. Poppies are always a Czech favorite, but the current commemoration of the World War I centennial makes them especially sentimental.
Justin Kraatz of Lodge 47, Seaton graduated from U.S. Army Basic Combat Training on Friday, April 5, 2018, at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. He is pictured with his proud parents Joyce and Brad Kraatz, both of Lodge 47, Seaton.
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Important Dates ...................................3 Interest Rates ......................................3 Recipe...................................................3 SPJST Car Show Info .........................4 SPJST Founders Day Info ..................5 District News........................................6
Lodge Section......................................8 In Memoriam ......................................15 Youth Section ....................................17 Czech Culture ....................................20 Advertisements.............................20-21 Lodge Calendar .................................22
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Lodge 28 East Bernard officers participate in spring meeting
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Lodge 202 Jourdanton hosts District Seven Spring Meeting
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Lodge 25 Ennis State Queens
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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 or melaniez@usa.com 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 Mobile: 830-391-3375 OPERATIONS MANAGER/ MARKETING MANAGER RICHARD A. HRBACEK 254-773-1575 • richardh@spjst.com
FRATERNAL FIELD MANAGERS DISTRICTS ONE/TWO/THREE Philip (Phil) McBee, FICF, CFFM Mobile: 325-647-1949 • Fax: 325-784-7448 email: mcbeephilip@gmail.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
CAMP KUBENA • 2001 Waldeck Rd • Ledbetter, TX Jeb Lapeyrolerie, Executive Director
979-249-5674 • jebL@spjst.com
HUMAN RESOURCES LYNETTE TALASEK 254-773-1575 • email: lynettet@spjst.com
SPJST Car Show May 5 in Seaton
STATE FRATERNAL DIRECTOR FRANK HORAK Office: 254-773-1575 • Mobile: 254-534-0681 email: frankh@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., Texas 77023-6510 713-649-6138 Houston, district5dyc@aol.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El Campo, Texas 77437 - 979-543-7120 - lisa_bubela@yahoo.com District Seven - April Howard, 2908 Oakdell Trl, New Braunfels, Texas 78130 - 830-624-9242 - aprhoward@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 Street, 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
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e are getting ready for the car show on Saturday, May 5 at Seaton Star Hall. We are looking forward to many vehicles and a day full of family fun for all ages - music, shopping, learning about Czech heritage, kids’ activities, and lots more. See page 4 for more information. And, we will be giving away the 1966 Ford Mustang at the conclusion of the show. Need a ticket? Don’t delay - call 254-773-1575 today! Add Vanilla to Sauerkraut? NO! Thanks to all who contacted us regarding the recipe that appeared on page 3 of last week’s Věstník. The preparation instructions for a cake were inadvertently included with the ingredient list for pork casserole. Needless to say, it wasn’t a good combination! We apologize for the error. The pork casserole recipe appears on page 3.
Corpus Christi Getaway Weekend Returns in 2018 The Corpus Christi Getaway Weekend will be held in 2018. The Supreme Lodge revisited the event at the meeting last week and approved for it to be held the weekend of Friday, August 10 to Sunday, August 12. Save the date, and watch for more details soon.
This Week’s Funny A weasel walks into an SPJST lodge hall. The bartender looks up and says, “Wow! In all my years tending bar here at the SPJST lodge, I’ve never had a weasel stop by. What can I get you?” “Pop,” goes the weasel.
Excuses If you really want to do something, you’ll find a way. If you don’t, you’ll find an excuse. —Unknown
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Family Fun 4 and Important Dates
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April 28 April 29 April 29
May 5
May 6 May 6
May 9 May 9 May 19 May 25-27 May 26
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Number in ( ) denotes district location. Camp Chaperone Training SPJST Home Office, Temple (2) Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Join Hands Day Project: Snook Cemetery (1) Camp Chaperone Training • Lodge 88, Houston (5) District Two Beseda Dancers’ Barbecue Chicken Lunch Fundraiser • Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall (2) SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall (2) Lodge 30, Taiton Appreciation Banquet (6) Lodge 80, Holland 50-year Member Presentation/Meal/ Bi-Monthly Meeting (2) No Vestnik published. Lodge 29, Taylor Honors Longtime Members (2) SPJST Founders Day • Lodge 1, Fayetteville (1) SPJST Rally at National Polka Festival, Ennis (3) SPJST Float: National Polka Festival Parade, Ennis (3)
Good Eats byjw
Recipe from Ceska Katolicka Jednota, Posel, November-December 2017
1/2 pound margarine 2 cans (27-oz.) sauerkraut 1 medium onion, chopped 1 (7-oz.) can sliced mushrooms, drained 4 large potatoes, sliced 2 Tablespoons sugar Salt and pepper to taste 8 pork chops 3 Tablespoons caraway seeds 1 onion, chopped
until dry. Add to skillet with the onion, mushrooms, sugar, salt, and pepper. Fry until light brown. Place mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside. Fry pork chops until brown on both sides and arrange over sauerkraut layer. Sprinkle with caraway seeds, chopped onion, salt, and pepper. Fry potato slices in pan. Layer over pork chops. Cover and bake in 350 degree oven for 1 hour or until tender. —SPJST— WANTED: Your Recipes! Please send your favorite recipe email: melaniez@spjst.com mail: SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie PO Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503
Melt margarine in a large frying pan. Drain sauerkraut and squeeze
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SPJST INTEREST RATES . . . 02/01/2018 - 04/30/2018
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%
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May 5 Join Hands Day event benefits SPJST Foundation
SPJST to host 13th Annual Car Show, Czech Heritage Celebration in Seaton Saturday, May 5 will be filled with classic cars, arts/crafts, food, music, Czech heritage, kids’ activities, and family fun at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall for the 13th Annual SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration. Star Hall is located at 10842 State Highway 53, seven miles east of Temple in the community of Seaton. The event opens to the public at 9 a.m.
200 Cars Anticipated Car show registration begins at 8 a.m. The show is organized into 40 classes. Vehicles will be independently judged, and more than 100 trophies will be awarded. Trophies will also be presented to the top three people’s choice entries. Other special awards include club participation, distance, best engine, best paint, best graphics, and best interior. A special SPJST Award will be presented to an SPJST member. To enter a car in the
show, the fee is $25 per vehicle ($20 for SPJST members) on or before April 30. After April 30 and day of show registration is $30 ($25 for SPJST members). An entry form appears below or enter online at spjstcarshow.org.
Silent Auction, 50-50 Drawing The day will also include a silent auction and a 50-50 drawing. The silent auction will close at 2 p.m., and the 50-50 drawing will be held prior to the awards ceremony at 2:30 p.m.
Sauerkraut-Making, Other Demonstrations Czech Heritage Museum volunteers will have special displays like sauerkraut-making, noodle-making, lacemaking, rope-making, and accordion music. Camp Kubena will also feature family activities.
Saturday, May 5
SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall 10842 State Highway 53 • Temple, Texas 7 miles east of Temple in the community of Seaton
Registration opens at 8 a.m. Registration closes at 10 a.m. Judging - 10:30 a.m. • Awards - 2:30 p.m. Many Awards and Special Awards! First, second, and third places in 40 independently judged classes.
Other honors include: People’ss Choice • Several Celebrity Choices Club Participation • Distance • Best of Show Best Paint • Best Graphics • Best Interior • Best Engine
Door Prizes • 50/50 Drawing • Music/Entertainment Food • Silent Auction • Living History Demonstrations Farmers’ Market • Vendor Booths • Kids’ Zone • Family Fun!
C AR SHOW CL ASSE S A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M.
Pre-1948 Rat Rod Street Rod 55-57 Chevy Chevrolet Camaro (1967-1981) Chevrolet Camaro (1982-2002) Chevrolet Camaro (2010-newer) Chevrolet Chevelle Corvette C1/C2/C3 (1953-1982) Corvette C4 (1984-1996) Corvette C5 (1997-2004) Corvette C6 (2005-2013) Corvette C7 (2014-newer)
N. O. P. Q. R. S. T. U. V. W. X. Y. Z.
Other Chevrolet GM (not Chevrolet) Ford Mustang (1964-1978) Ford Mustang (1979-2004) Ford Mustang (2005-newer) Ford Thunderbird Other Ford Classic Mopars Modern Mopars (2006-newer) Pontiac El Camino Foreign/Exotics Imports/Compacts
AA. Chevy Truck BB. Ford Truck CC. Dodge Truck DD. 4 x 4 EE. Truck (2000-newer) FF. Open Class - Cars GG. Open Class - Trucks HH. Special Interest (race cars, police, etc.) II. Motorcycles JJ. Trikes/Slingshots KK. Tractors LL. Under Construction MM. Unrestored (vehicles 25 years and older) NN. Youth (ages 21 and under - youth must be present)
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Name_________________________________________ Class______________ T-Shirt: S M L XL 2X 3X Address_____________________________________ City__________________ State______ Zip____________ Email Address ____________________________________________ Phone (_____) ______________________ Year_________ Make of Car___________________ Model___________________ Color__________________ Club Affiliation_____________________________________ Club Location_____________________________ Ì SPJST Member - Lodge No. ______ Extra T-Shirts: ____ @ $15 ea. Size(s): S M L XL 2X 3X In consideration of the acceptance of the right to participate, registrants and accompanying persons, by execution of this form, release and discharge SPJST, SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton, SPJST Foundation, Czech Heritage Museum, Camp Kubena, SPJST Education and Nature Center, and affiliates including officers, directors, members, agents, representatives, and anyone else connected with management or presentation of this event of and from any and all known or unknown damages, injuries, losses, judgments, and/or claims from any causes whatsoever that may be suffered by any registrant, or his accompanying person or persons, to his/her person or property. Tee-shirts/goodie bags to first 150 entries. Vehicles judged on interior, exterior, engine, and wheels/tires.
Early Registration received by April 30 — $25 • After April 30 and Day of Show — $30 • SPJST Members Receive $5 Discount
Enter and pay online at www.spjst.org. Or, mail form and payment to: SPJST Car Show • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, TX 76503 Questions? Call David (254) 534-0809 or Melanie (254) 534-0807 or email melaniez@spjst.com • Visit www.spjstcarshow.org
Car Show Rules No outside food/drinks. No weapons. Pets must be on a leash. No loud music or engine revving.
Czech Music, Beseda Dancers, Meet-and-Greet State Royalty Jerry Haisler, Billy Havlik, and Friends will play favorite music for listening and dancing from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. SPJST District Two Beseda Dancers will perform at 2 p.m. State Queen April Dvorak, State King Austen Holland, State Duchess Maison Holland, and State Duchess Madison Holland will also be meeting and greeting attendees.
Vendor Booths Arts/crafts, service, auto-related, and farmers’ market vendors are welcome. A space inside Star Hall is $35, and an outside space is $25. Contact Lynette Talasek at 254-931-0639, email lynettet@spjst.com, or sign up online at spjstcarshow.org.
Kids’ Zone Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club will host the Kids’ Zone. Activities include carnival games, bounce house, crafts, and train ride.
Admission is Free of Charge Food and Beverages Available Event admission is free of charge. Beverages will be available from Lodge 47, Seaton both inside and outside Star Hall. Various food items will be available inside the hall from Lodge 47, Seaton. Breakfast tacos and sausage biscuits will be available in the morning, and the lunch menu will consist of barbecue sandwiches, sausage wraps, turkey legs, nachos, and other snacks.
Thank you to our Sponsors! Platinum Sponsors McLane Intelligent Solutions SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton - Star Hall Gold Sponsors Boley’s Smart Foundation Repair Don Ringler Automotive Farm Equipment Service, Inc. Garlyn Shelton Jack Hilliard Distributing Co., Inc. SPJST Lodge 180, Burleson SPJST Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point United Systems and Software, Inc.
Silver Sponsors Amos Electric Supply Auto DENTist Breaking Light Photography Darrel Green’s Auto Clinic, Inc. Doss Sales Co. Green’s Sausage House Jupe Feeds, Inc. Novosad Electric, LLC Perry Office Plus Polkabeat, Inc./Texas Polka News Ponders Auto & Fleet Service Ratibor Country Grill Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Robert Hobby RVOS Insurance Sanders Paint and Body SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville Youth Club Texas Roadhouse The Monkey Barrel
Contact Us! Visit www.spjstcarshow.org for complete event information. Contact Melanie Zavodny at 254-534-0807/email melaniez@spjst.com for car show information, to volunteer at the event, or to serve as a show car judge. To donate an item or baked good for the silent auction, contact Donica Zabcik at 254-7731575/email donicaz@spjst.com.
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From the SPJST Foundation
Come One, Come All to the May 19th SPJST Founders Day Celebration in Fayetteville
SPJST Founders Day Save the Date: Saturday, May 19, 2018 SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville
SPJST presents its first-ever Founders Day Celebration on Saturday, May 19, 2018, at SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville, and the public is cordially invited to attend. “It’s an opportunity to look back and pay tribute to our founders,” says SPJST President Brian Vanicek. “It’s also a chance to get together and have a good time!” The day-long celebration starts with a catered turkey and dressing dinner starting at 11 a.m. and will include lots of wonderful music, dancing, cornhole tournament, and a huge 25-prize drawing sponsored by the lodge. Featured performers include Chris Rybak, The Round Top Brass Band, and Glen Collins and the Alibis. Some very special guest visitors from the Czech Republic are also expected to be in attendance! Later that evening, SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville hosts the Founders Day Dance beginning at 7 p.m. Please see the Founders Day advertisement for complete details! The 2018 Founders Day is a pilot project of The SPJST Foundation. The Foundation was established as an independent 501(c)3 non-profit corporation by SPJST in 2012 to support endeavors of significant merit and in line with the Foundation’s objectives. “I would love to see the Founders Day concept take root and become a muchanticipated annual event celebrated at a different lodge or locale each year with the proceeds going to benefit the host lodge or lodges,” says President Vanicek. The SPJST Foundation is
working with the members of Lodge 1, Fayetteville in hosting this first event for the simple reason that the city of Fayetteville was the home base of SPJST’s operations from 1897 through 1953. Many SPJST members have never had the chance to explore and experience the history and charm of Fayetteville. This inaugural event provides that opportunity! Attendees may very well want to make this a Founders Day Weekend! The entire city of Fayetteville is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Here’s a fun fact: The 345 historic structures in town outnumber local citizens! This is a town that is proud of its history and its culture. On a related note, the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC) in nearby La Grange will be hosting its annual Slavnost celebration the next day. The old SPJST Lodge 19, Velehrad hall — which is in the process of being restored — is located on the grounds of the TCHCC. For details on that event, please see www.czechtexas.com
About the Fayetteville Meeting Hall History resonates within the walls of the SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville meeting hall in Fayetteville, Texas. The celebrated building received a Texas historical marker in 2013 and remains virtually unchanged since it was built in 1910. For more than a century, the wood-frame building has been the gathering place for dances, community
events, wedding receptions, and other family celebrations. The hall was home for the renowned Baca Family Band and at one time served as a gymnasium for the Fayetteville High School boys basketball team. Fair and livestock shows, baseball games, and fundraisers of all kinds contribute to the property’s storied past. We will never know all of the stories, experiences, and characters whose histories are linked to the Fayetteville meeting hall; however, we do know that time has taken its toll on the structure. Proceeds raised from the event sponsors will help to ensure that the historic lodge hall remains in good condition for present and future gen-
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erations to experience and enjoy. We look forward to seeing you in Fayetteville on May 19! SPJST, chartered in 1897, was established “to extend benevolent assistance to the members . . . and to promote charity among all such persons.” Pioneering from its beginning by initiating women as well as men, SPJST has grown from its charter membership of 866 members and 25 lodges to 39,975 members and 100 lodges today. Within SPJST, fraternalism embodies the bonding of men, women, boys, and girls of various backgrounds, beliefs, and eras around a singular set of life-directing commitments. —SPJST—
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District Four Spring Meeting Saturday, April 7, 2018 • Luby’s Cafeteria in Wichita Falls, Texas
District Four Sales Agent Awards
LODGE 49, ROWENA $4,010.05 ★★★
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MID-YEAR GET AWAY INCENTIVE WINNER Corpus Christi, Texas
MID-YEAR GET AWAY INCENTIVE WINNER Corpus Christi, Texas
Lodge 219, El Paso
Lodge 219, El Paso
LODGE 49 ★★★ ROWENA
First Year Premium - $31,047.63 29 Certificates ★★★
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First Year Premium - $24,680.49 64 Certificates ★★★
First Year Premium - $48,544.53 170 Certificates ★★★
LODGE 160 ★★★ SAN ANGELO
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LODGE 73, SEYMOUR $1,068.67 ★★★ LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS $1,492.60 ★★★ LODGE 157, LUBBOCK $1,221.52 ★★★ LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO $5,875.95 ★★★
Gold Star Lodges ★★★
Lodge Incentive Awards Enhanced Premium Refunds
LODGE 219 ★★★ EL PASO
LODGE 207, IOWA PARK $188.43 ★★★ LODGE 230, MIDLAND $824.77 ★★★
Youth Incentive Awards DISTRICT FOUR YOUTH CLUB Award - $100 LODGE 49, ROWENA YOUTH CLUB Award - $270 7 youth certificates issued
District Four Top Youth Club ★★★
2018 District Four officers were installed by Chief Financial Officer Leonard Mikeska, left, and District Four Director Billy Rollwitz, right. Officers are, left to right, Flag Bearer Addie Williams (215), District Youth Counselor Pam Lehmann (215), Treasurer Kaycee Lehmann (215), Secretary Janice Stevens (229), Vice President/Fraternal Activities Coordinator Janeece Williams (215), and President/Assistant DYC Laura Pospichal (49).
Beverly Teplicek (49) was elected director of S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Centers. Thanks to Billy Rollwitz (49) for serving as the Senior Living Centers’ director for many years.
LEFT PHOTOS: Pictured, left to right, are Hunter Wood (49); District Four Director Billy Rollwitz (49), Laura Pospichal (49), Dewyan Weise (160), Ray and Irene Esparza (76), Director Rollwitz, Becky Wood (49), CFO Leonard Mikeska, and Janeece Williams (215).
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District Five Spring Meeting Sunday, April 8, 2018 • Czech Center Museum Houston
Local Lodge Fraternalists of the
District Seven Sales Agent CATHERINE MANCHACK
Lodge 142, Houston MID-YEAR GET AWAY INCENTIVE WINNER Corpus Christi, Texas
Pat Schleider
Joe Messina
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Lodge 88, Houston
District Seven Gold Star Lodges ★★★
LODGE 88 ★★★ HOUSTON
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LODGE 142 ★★★ HOUSTON
First Year Premium - $25,895.05 70 Certificates ★★★
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LODGE 196 ★★★ HOUSTON-WEST
First Year Premium - $41,993.85 40 Certificates ★★★
District Seven Youth Incentive Awards DISTRICT FIVE YOUTH CLUB Award - $300 LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE YOUTH CLUB Award - $80 8 youth certificates issued ★★★
LODGE 88, HOUSTON YOUTH CLUB Award - $150 14 youth certificates issued 1 new youth club member ★★★
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2018 District Five adult and youth officers were installed by Director of Accounting/ITS Roy Vajdak, center. Pictured are, left to right, youth officers Sergeant-at-Arms Keith Wockenfuss (88), Flag Bearers Megan Pflughaupt (88) and Addison Brown (88), Secretary Anahi Guerrero (88), Treasurer Sergio Guerrero (88), Reporter Juan Guerrero (88), Vice President Zac Coleman (142), and President Jade Caffey (88); Director of Accounting/ITS Vajdak; and adult officers President Ashley Victorick (88), First Vice President/FAC Clay Zapalac (232), Second Vice President Don Fruin (196), Secretary Mary Ann Kieschnick (142), District Youth Counselor Barbara Gonzales (88), Assistant DYC Michelle Wockenfuss (88), Senior Living Centers Director Larry W. Pflughaupt (88), and Treasurer Lorenda Baldwin (139).
LODGE 142, HOUSTON YOUTH CLUB Award - $470 17 youth certificates issued 10 new youth club members District Five Top Youth Club Youth Leader Incentive Catherine Manchack ★★★
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Lodge Incentive Awards Enhanced Premium Refunds LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE $2,395.13 ★★★ LODGE 91, SAN JACINTO $1,115.49 ★★★ LODGE 139, DANBURY $1,183.98 ★★★ LODGE 142, HOUSTON $2,182.64 ★★★ LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY $331.77 ★★★ LODGE 191, LUFKIN $507.72 ★★★ LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST $4,210.09 ★★★ LODGE 232 HOUSTON MIDTOWN $497.63 ★★★
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Wednesday, April 25, 2018
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SPJST Lodge Section The deadline for all Věstník items is 12 noon the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to: Questions? Call 800-727-7578
Lodge 1, Fayetteville readies for May 19 Founders Day celebration
The SPJST Foundation, along with members of Lodge 1, Fayetteville, are hosting SPJST Founders Day celebration on Saturday, May 19, 2018, at Lodge 1, Fayetteville, 507 East Main, Fayetteville, Texas 78940. Enjoy a full day of family fun!
Turkey and Dressing Meal Turkey, dressing, and all the trimmings will be available to-go or dine-in from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Plates are $10 each and catered by Peter’s BBQ. Advance meal tickets are available at Fayetteville Bank, Jerry’s General Store,
Czech Heritage Museum expresses appreciation to Districts Four and Five
SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087
Email: vestnik@spjst.org
Fayetteville Store, West Side Shamrock Station, and Peter’s BBQ in Ellinger.
Music Accordion Cowboy Chris Rybak will provide music from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Founders Day program will follow from 2 to 2:30 p.m. Enjoy old-time favorites by Round Top Brass Band from 4 to 6 p.m. Glen Collins and The Alabis will play for a country/western/swing dance from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Admission is $10 per person. Barbecue-on-bun, hot dogs, and refreshments will be available.
Cornhole Tournament The cornhole tournament starts at 3 p.m. Entry fee is $10 per person. Partners will be drawn for. Trophies and prize money will be awarded. You may register onsite or call Frank Horak at 254-534-0681 to pre-register.
Billye Westlake Achieves 5 Years of SPJST Home Office Service
Congratulations to Accounting Assistant/Customer Service Representative Billye Westlake who was honored for five years of service to the Home Office. Billye was recognized with an engraved watch during the Supreme Lodge meeting on April 18, 2018, by her supervisor, Director of Accounting/Information Technology Services Roy Vajdak, right, and Supreme Lodge Chairman Donnie Victorick.
Huge Prize Drawing! A highlight during the evening dance will be a prize drawing. Presence is not necessary to win. Each ticket is a $20 donation or receive three tickets for a $50 donation. Prizes are:
Prize/Retail Value 1. Weatherby Magnum 257 Vanguard Bolt Action - $1,199 2. DPMS Oracle SemiAuto 223 - $670 3. Glock Gen 3 Subcompact SemiAuto 9mm - $599 4. Browning Benchmark SemiAuto 22 rimfire - $580 5. Taurus Judge 45/420 Blue Revolver - $569 6. Winchester XPR Bolt Action 270 $550 7. Remington Model 700 ADL with scope - $541 8. Mossberg Patriot Bolt Action 243 with scope - $537 9. Ruger Creedmoor American Rifle 6.5 - $529 10. Remington Model 783 with scope 308 - $499 11. Roger LC 9 SemiAuto 9mm - $479 12. S&W Shield SemiAuto 40 caliber $469 13. Thompson Center Compass Bolt Action 223 - $399 14. Savage Axis Bolt Action 243 - $368 15. Ruger 10-22 Rimfire - $309 16. $150 VISA Gift Card 17. $150 VISA Gift Card 18. $150 VISA Gift Card 19. $150 VISA Gift Card 20. $150 VISA Gift Card 21. $100 VISA Gift Card 22. $100 VISA Gift Card 23. $100 VISA Gift Card 24. $100 VISA Gift Card 25. $100 VISA Gift Card
All proceeds will go towards Lodge 1’s hall restoration. All prizes must be
The Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, located at 119 West French Avenue in Temple, sends a thank you to District Four for its $750 donation and to District Five for its $500 donation. “We are grateful for District Four’s and District Five’s generous support which keeps us connected to our past and our future,” CHMGC Administrator Susan Chandler says. “Thanks to the members and leaders of these two districts for their support.”
claimed 90 days after the drawing. For tickets or more information, please call Sharon Fritsch at 979-9663515 or Ronnie Pflughaupt at 979-2496702. Proceeds raised by the 2018 SPJST Founders Day will help to ensure that the historic meeting hall remains in good condition for present and future generations to experience and to enjoy. —SPJST—
Lodge 9, Snook sets May 12 Join Hands Day project
The Wednesday, April 4, 2018, meeting of SPJST Lodge 9, Snook was called to order by President Donnie Hejl at 7:02 p.m. Sandra Stone led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll of officers was called, and minutes from the March meeting were approved as read. Hall manager, FAC, treasurer, and state reports were presented. The youth club will install officers at the May meeting. The date to clean the cemetery and put out new flowers for Join Hands Day has changed to Saturday, May 12. A motion was passed to accept two new members - Timothy Ramey and Carmen Miller. We discussed the meal that will be served for the District One Spring Meeting on Sunday, April 8. April birthday include David Kovar on the 16th. The meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p.m.
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Next Meeting—May 2 The next meeting will be May 2. Fraternally, Hannah Kovar, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 28, East Bernard officers attend District Six Spring Meeting
Lodge 28, East Bernard’s officers attended the District Six Spring Meeting held at St. Mary’s in Hallettsville on Sunday, April 15, 2018. Pictured from top left, clockwise, officers are Vice President Jeanette Kaminsky, FAC Linda Bratina, Treasurer Tony Kelner, Secretary/Reporter Helen Kelner, and President Glenn Kaminsky. “We had a very good time at the spring meeting, and the lunch was wonderful!” FAC Linda Bratina says.
Lodge 18, Elgin to assist with community benefit
The winter months have been cold and wet in some areas and dry in others. The fields are getting green gardens being planted. Everyone is hoping for a good yield. We at SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin are hoping for good attendance at the dances. What will happen if the bands stop coming to play? Dancing is the best form of exercise, and you don’t feel like you are working out - you are having fun. It is great to see some of these older couples in their 80s and a few in their 90s on the dance floor. Come and see what fun it is to visit Lodge 18 and listen to good music. Who knows! You just might get on the dance floor and get a little exercise! The officers at Lodge 18 are trying to help the Elgin community. During Western Days, when the classes of Elgin High are having reunions, the lodge has provided the hall. Well, this year we have booked a band for listening and dancing if they so desire. It’s great when you can get your class together and not have to look for a place to meet. We are happy to provide the hall. (See details following this letter.) We helped with a fundraiser for the Ruthven children a few years ago. Cody and Kayla were diagnosed with a genetic
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condition called Niemann-Pick Type C. The family has been dealt another blow. Scott Ruthven, the father, woke up in the middle of the night with a severe headache. When he tried to get out of bed, he wasn’t able to walk. His wife Dena called 911. At the hospital, they found he had suffered a hemorrhagic stroke and had a large amount of blood in his brain. Before the pressure was relieved from the brain, Scott suffered a large ischemic stroke. Since Dena is a stay-at-home mom caring for the children and Scott, the family is in need of assistance. We are helping by letting the family use the hall for a fundraiser on Sunday, July 29. We hope to have a large turn-out. We think we have problems until we hear of
Lodge 17, New Tabor member visits Home Office; researches genealogy
something like this. How blessed most of us are! I have many pictures of the dances we have had. I hope to have some copies made to share in the Věstník. We are hoping that we can continue to have these great dances as we are hearing that some halls are closing. We need your support! We had no birthdays. We did wish Charles and Deliliah Wilson a happy 36th anniversary. The first step is you have to say that you can. ~ Will Smith Irene Vrabel Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 18, Elgin invites class reunions meet at hall on June 23
Saturday, June 23, 2018, will be a full day with many activities planned in Elgin, Texas! Activities include:
• Enjoy music at Memorial Park and at Veterans Park. • Watch the parade at 10 a.m. . . and see the SPJST Float! • Various food booths around Elgin • Visit stores and cafes.
SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin will host its annual open house for Elgin High School graduates, classmates, and friends. El-Hi alumni and friends are invited to share time together, play dominoes/cards, and enjoy Glen Collins Band from 2 to 5 p.m. Admission is free of charge. If your class has not already made arrangements for getting together elsewhere, please plan to take advantage of open house at SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin to visit with classmates and friends. Visitors are welcome! The hall is located at 702 Highway 95 North in Elgin. We look forward to seeing you there! Fraternally, FL Meyer, Trustee —SPJST—
Lodge 18, Elgin to host benefit for local family
Lodge 18, Elgin will host a fundraiser benefit for the Ruthven family on Sunday, July 29, 2018, at the lodge hall. See the lodge letter for more information about the family.
Lodge 17, New Tabor member Lillian Beasley, second from right, and cousin Sherry Welty, far left, of Colorado. They are pictured downstairs in the SPJST Library with Texas Czech Genealogical Center volunteers Vernell Labaj, second from left, and Merlene Bravenec, far right.
—Submitted by Irene Vrabel, Reporter
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Lodge 18, Elgin shares 2018 dance schedule
Lodge 18, Elgin invites members and friends to enjoy these upcoming dances at 702 Highway 95 North in Elgin:
Sunday, May 6 - The Lost Cause Band (country/western) Sunday, May 20 - Czech Melody Masters (polka/waltz) Sunday, June 3 - Glen Collins (country/western) Sunday, June 10 - Moravians (polka/waltz) Saturday, June 23 - Lodge 18, Elgin Open House with Glen Collins Sunday, July 15 - Fritz Hodde (polka/waltz) Sunday, July 22 - Sterling Country (country/western) Sunday, August 19 - Mark Halata (polka/waltz) Sunday, August 26 - Glen Collins (country/western) Sunday, September 9 - Ennis Czech Boys (polka/waltz) Sunday, September 30 - The Lost Cause Band (country/western) Sunday, October 14 - Fritz Hodde (polka/waltz) Sunday, October 21 - Glen Collins (country/western) Sunday, November 4 - Second Hand Rose (country/western) Sunday, November 18 - Czechaholics (polka/waltz) Sunday, December 9 - Red Ravens (polka/waltz) Sunday, December 16 - Glen Collins (country/western) Monday, December 31 - Glen Collins (country/western) - $20 per person Fraternally, FL Meyer, Trustee —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton member Justin Kraatz
graduates from U.S. Army Basic Combat Training
Congratulations to Justin Kraatz of Lodge 47, Seaton! He graduated from U.S. Army Basic Combat Training - 2nd Battalion, 60th Infantry Regiment, on Friday, April 5, 2018, at Hilton Field in Fort Jackson, South Carolina. Present for the ceremony were Justin’s parents Brad and Joyce Kraatz, above, and uncle David Pechal, photo at right, all of Lodge 47, Seaton; two-year-old daughter Harleigh; and girlfriend Mercedes Covey and her father.
Lodge 24, Cyclone prepares for annual Mother’s Day barbecue lunch
Lodge 24, Cyclone is hard at work getting ready for our annual Mother’s Day dinner on Sunday, May 13, 2018. The pits are being cleaned, 1,000 chicken halves are being ordered, and the kitchen crew is getting their supplies ready as well as the gathering of two more cords of wood. Supplies of wood are being checked far and wide. Many families have small reunions at Flag Hall on this day. The short drive to the hall is a view of everything nature has to offer. Plates to go will be offered. The lodge needs volunteers as many of our regulars will be on cruise. Thank you in advance for your choosing Flag Hall on this special day. For the lodge, Bobby Hoelscher, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 24, Cyclone invites all to May 13 Mother’s Day Barbecue Dinner
Treat yourself or someone you love to a delicious barbecue chicken dinner. Lodge 24, Cyclone invites families and friends to its annual Mother’s Day Barbecue Dinner on Sunday, May 13, 2018. Dine-in or plates-to-go will be served beginning at 11 a.m. until sold out. Cost is $10 per plate. The hall is located at 411 FM 946 in Burlington, 76519. Please make plans to come out to Flag Hall on Sunday, May 13. Fraternally, Linda Wilde, Treasurer —SPJST—
Lodge 25, Ennis discusses hall improvements
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On Thursday May 12, 2018, the monthly members’ supper at Lodge 25, Ennis was served at 6:30 p.m. Betty Macalik prepared a delicious meal consisting of brisket, ham, mashed potatoes, salad, and for dessert, our choice of Italian cream or strawberry cake. Thank you, Betty! The monthly lodge meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. by President JoAnn Needham with Margaret Krajca leading the members in the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held in memory of Joe Slovacek and Matt Svehlak (social member). On the sick list, it was mentioned that Frankie Svehlak had a minor injury which required stitches. Secretary Pat Fowler read the minutes from the March meeting. Betty gave the financial, treasury, and bar reports. FAC Kay Lynn Kovar reported that members Charlie Jurcik, Robert Toth, and Don Wesley represented our lodge well at the SPJST State Domino Tournament. Congratulations! Upcoming fraternal activity will be the annual Join Hands Day. Youth Leader Rita Holland reported that the youth held an indoor “after” Easter egg hunt, made crafts, and played bingo. Correspondence received was a thank you note for the lodge’s donation to the hurricane disaster fund. President Needham thanked Laure Krajca for a donation of two new motion sensor towel holders for the restrooms. She also thanked the officers and members for their support after her son passed away. New members accepted to the lodge are Margaux Young, Richard Langer, Jr., and Tressa Emillet. Under old business, there was some discussion on the parking lot and driveway issues. The members’ fish fry was rescheduled to May 11. Under new business, we discussed the need to repair and paint the entire ceiling. A budget was set, and a motion was made to move forward with this project. With no other business to discuss, April birthdays and anniversaries were announced. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Carol Mraz who was present. The meeting adjourned, and the social began. Next Meeting—May 10 The next monthly supper, meeting, and social will be Thursday, May 10 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Fraternally, Margaret Krajca, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 29, Taylor supports Special Olympics
Jesse Pospisil opened the last meeting on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, by leading the members in the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for the departed. Officer roll call showed Ronnie Rieger, Sharon Kaderka, Leonard Kaderka, and Mikey Girod absent. The March minutes were read and approved. Tammy Cannon gave the treasurer’s report. Jesse gave the FAC report. The 2018 SPJST Car Show will be Saturday, May 5 at Lodge 47, Seaton. Lodge 29 members will have their Join Hands Day project at the car show so any lodge members who can come out and work will be appreciated. On Saturday, May 19, there will be a Founders Day Celebration at SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville. Jesse gave the property committee report. The walk-in box has been out for the last week so that has created many issues. Jesse read a letter requesting a donation from East Williamson County Cooperative which supports our local Special Olympics team. This donation goes towards meals for the athletes who compete at the 10th annual track hosted by the East Williamson County Cooperative. Charlie Campbell made a motion to donate $50, and Albin Machu seconded. The motion passed. Cristy Girod gave the youth report. The youth have been working on getting prepared for camp on June 20 to 24. Jesse discussed the appreciation dinner that we will have for our 50- and 75year members on Wednesday, May 9. Linda will send out an invitation to all our honorees inviting them to our next
Thank you, Burdine Divin of Lodge 51, Ellinger!
Cristy Girod and Lauren Karkoska brought door prizes. Sharon Beran and Lauren Karkoska volunteered to bring door prizes next month. Next Meeting—May 9 The next meeting will be Wednesday, May 9 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned. Fraternally submitted, Linda Pospisil Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton: site of April 29 beseda dancers’ lunch fundraiser Burdine Divin receives a plaque of appreciation for serving many years as fraternal activities coordinator for Lodge 51, Ellinger. She is pictured with Lodge 51 President Calvin Hlinsky, who presented the award.
meeting to receive their pins and have a wonderful meal. Cristy Girod signed up new member Brayden Konarek, and Albin Machu signed up new member Logan Gheer. Frankie Pustejovsky made a motion to accept the new members, and Charlie Campbell seconded. The motion passed. Members celebrating birthdays in April are Brandon Girod, Kaitlyn Whatley, Ryan Kaderka, and Wayne Voigt. Mike and Tammy Cannon celebrated their wedding anniversary in April.
Lodge 48, Beyersville supports Texas Critter Crusaders
Lodge 48, Beyersville President Robert Leshikar and Youth Leader Michelle Newsom, left, present a $100 donation to Texas Critter Crusaders volunteer Donna Steffek at Taylor Animal Shelter on Saturday, April 14, 2018. Also pictured is Max who was just adopted to his new forever family. Texas Critter Crusaders helps with medical expenses, microchipping, and adopting and fostering animals in the local area. —Submitted by Michelle Newsom Reporter
District Two Youth Beseda along with SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton will be having a fundraiser on Sunday, April 29, 2018, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Seaton Star Hall. A barbecue plate lunch will be served. The plate will consist of one-half chicken, sauce, potato salad, baked beans, pickles, bread, and dessert. The cost will be $10 per plate. We invite you to come in and eat in the comfort of the lodge hall for great fellowship or pick up plates by using the convenient drive-thru service. The dancers will perform the Ceska Beseda indoors at 11:45 a.m. You won’t want to miss their performance. Proceeds from the fundraiser will go towards new costumes and needed alterations to others and travel expenses for performances. A portion of the proceeds will go to Lodge 47 for the use of the hall for practices. Let’s praise these youth for keeping Czech heritage alive with your support. We thank you in advance for supporting our Czech youth dancers! Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor patsyk2011@yahoo.com 254-718-1606 —SPJST—
Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Lodge 79 Corpus Christi gives to Sokol
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SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi met on Sunday, March 18, 2018, celebrating St. Patrick’s Day and 50- and 75-year awards with a catered meal of chopped steak and sides. President Mark Rebecek called the meeting to order with the Pledge Allegiance. We observed a moment of silence for deceased member Joe Stephen Cox. On the sick list were Weaver Mitchell and Dorothy McCoy. All officers were present, and we had 28 members and guests in attendance. District Seven Director Bob Bayer and wife Polly attended our meeting. Director Bayer gave a very informative talk. Secretary Virginia Rebecek read the February minutes, and they were approved. Treasurer Frank Sacky gave the February financial report, and it was approved. Secretary Virginia Rebecek read communications which included a death claim for Mr. Cox. President Rebecek read a transfer request certificate requesting a transfer of Mildred Hyden from Lodge 117, Robstown to Lodge 79. It was voted on and
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi youth Sarah Rinaldi to attend Incarnate Word Academy
Sarah Rinaldi, a member of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi, has been accepted to attend Incarnate Word Academy in San Antonio. Sarah will be a freshman, and she is the daughter of Stephanie and Frank Rinaldi. Her grandparents are Mark and Virginia Rebecek. Congratulations and best wishes to Sarah!
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approved. We welcome Mildred! Vice President/FAC Jerry Sijansky gave his report. He requested all to turn in their hours of fraternal acts and attend the District Seven Spring Meeting in Jourdanton. There was no unfinished business. Under new business, President Rebecek and District Seven Director Bob Bayer presented member Paul Sacky with a 50-year membership pin. Congratulations, Paul! Frank Sacky made a motion that our monthly donation go to the Salvation Army. Motion was approved. Larry Elzner made a motion that $500 be donated to Sokol Corpus Christi for maintenance. Motion was approved. Youth Leader Marcia Rew gave the youth club report. Eight members and guests attended the meeting. The youth did the Vestnik project, and on April 8, they will have an outing at CiCi’s Pizza. The youth club has three new members - Jacob, Ivan, and Brooklyn Anes. Birthday for March was Jacob Rebecek on March 1. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Jacob. Twenty-five dollar door prizes were won by Lela Mae Hayek and Rob Marek. Our next meeting will be April 15 with pork ribs and sausage as our main course, and members are asked to bring a side dish. Meeting adjourned. Fraternally, Virginia Rebecek, Secretary —SPJST—
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Lodge 79, Corpus Christi youth wins Literacy Fair award
Congratulations to Jacob Rebecek of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi! Jacob won third place in the Literacy Fair at Calk-Wilson Elementary School. Jacob did a poster on the book “Pete The Cat.” There were over 110 participants. Jacob is the son of Stephen and Laura Rebecek and grandson of Mark and Virginia Rebecek, all of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi.
Lodge 81, Needville members ready to join hands on May 5
Lodge 80, Holland to honor longtime members on May 6
SPJST Lodge 80, Holland will hold its bimonthly meeting on Sunday afternoon, May 6, 2018, at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall. Come and join us as we honor our faithful 50-year members with a presentation and meal. We hope all can be there for fun and fellowship. Please mark this special date on your calendar. Fraternally, Rita Spinn, President —SPJST—
The April 2018 meeting of SPJST Lodge 81, Needville was held on Sunday, the 15th. At 12 noon, a prayer of thanks was given by President Vincent Newman, and everyone enjoyed a meal of fried chicken provided by the lodge. A variety of side dishes and desserts was provided by members. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Darlene Blinka and her kitchen committee for getting everything ready for us. President Vincent Newman called the business meeting to order at 1 p.m. Bradley Stavinoha led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. All officers answered the roll. We had a moment of silence for departed member Donald Ferguson. We extend sympathy to his family and friends. Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall read her report, and it was approved as read. Bradley Stavinoha read the treasurer’s report, and it was approved as
read. Special Funds Chairman Dan Natho read his report, and it was approved as read. Under old business, Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall reminded members that Join Hands Day is coming up on Saturday, May 5. We will again play bingo with the senior citizens at the S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Center in Needville. Also under old business, the bathrooms are still in process of being remodeled. Everyone was pleased with the work so far. Under new business, we voted in new member Dan Natho. We’re happy to have you as a new member. Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha talked about the youth visiting the Czech museum. Seth Sacra installed a new fan in the hall, and he’s been working diligently on remodeling the bathrooms. It was agreed to give Seth the kegerator for his hard work. Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha said that he will donate a smaller one that has wheels and can be rolled around. Door prize winners were Joyce Lamensky, Willie Mae Kuykendall, Seth Sacra, and Emma Kujawa. Congratulations to all the winners!
Next Meeting—May 20 For the next meeting on Sunday, May 20, it was decided to buy chicken fried steak plates from a fundraiser next door at Columbus Hall. Members, please bring a dessert. See you at the next meeting! Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 81, Needville hosts SPJST Float in Youth Fair Parade
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 81, Needville Youth Club members Baley Stavinoha and Maxx Stavinoha are pictured on the SPJST Float. Baley was a queen candidate at the Needville Youth Fair. CENTER PHOTO: Float driver E.J.
Pechal and wife Sharla, both of Lodge 47, Seaton, await the parade. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 81, Needville youth Maxx Stavinoha proudly holds the sign for his sister Baley.
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Lodge 84, Dallas meets May 20 at American Legion
Dear Readers, Lodge 84, Dallas will hold its May monthly meeting at the American Legion Hall on Sunday, May 20, 2018, from 2 to 4 p.m. The American Legion Hall is located at 10205 Plano Road, No. 204 in Dallas, Texas 75238. If you have any questions about directions, please contact Ed Carpenter at 214-212-0023. We hope to see you there! Anne Scott Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 92, Fort Worth next meeting set for May 8
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!
Sunday, May 6 Country/western dance with Randy and the 92nd Roadhouse Band from 2 to 6 p.m. Admission is $6 per person.
Tuesday, May 8 Ladies Circle of Lodge 92, Fort Worth meeting at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 8 Monthly Lodge 92 meeting at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, May 9 Sportsmens Club meets from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. This monthly meeting of hunting and fishing enthusiasts with speakers and prize drawings is open to the public and is free of charge. Friday, May 11 Tanglefoot ballroom dance from 8 to 11 p.m. Admission is $10 for members and $17 for non-members.
There will be no meeting on Sunday, May 13. We will meet on Tuesday, May 8 at 7 p.m. The trustee meeting will at
5:30 p.m.
Upcoming events and rental information available from Event Manager Jon Durham 817-624-1361 or online at www.nationalhallfortworth.com. Fraternally, Angela Paprskar Casteel —SPJST—
Lodge 160 San Angelo meets May 16
Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 160, San Angelo will hold its quarterly meeting on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at 6 p.m. The Dutch treat dinner and meeting will take place at Ole Gin Steakhouse in Wall. We hope you will be able to join us! Fraternally, Sandra Jansa, President —SPJST—
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Lodge 177, Academy will greatly miss Otis
The regular meeting of SPJST Lodge 177, Academy was called to order at 6:25 p.m. on Tuesday, April 10, 2018, by Vice President Bill Hutka. Everyone stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance then stood for a moment of silence in memory and honor of our recently departed Lodge 177 President Otis Beck, who passed away in March. He will be greatly missed by SPJST and the entire Little River-Academy community. Minutes were accepted as presented. Correspondence consisted of two newsletters from Churches Touching Lives for Christ. Committee reports were presented. There was much discussion about needed repairs as well as future improvements for the hall. George Tomastik volunteered to check with several companies and get bids for proposed work. He will report back to the board. Other discussions centered on hall clean-up and maintenance. The meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p.m. Fraternally, Joanne Hutka Secretary-Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 202, Jourdanton hosts District Seven Spring Meeting
Sunday, April 8, 2018 • Jourdanton Community Library • Photos by Sandra Hoggard • Submitted by Bettie House
The District Seven Spring Meeting was held Sunday, April 8, 2018, at Jourdanton Community Library in Jourdanton. LEFT PHOTO: District Seven President Donnie Howard presides at the meeting. PHOTO 2: District Seven Second Vice President Frank Sijansky reads the names of
deceased members during the memorial service. PHOTO 3: Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club members Katlyn Polasek, left, and Kelly House offer the table prayer. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 202, Jourdanton President James House welcomes everyone.
FAR LEFT PHOTO: Jerry Sijansky is recognized for 21 years of dedicated service as District Seven Second Vice President. Accepting the plaque is Lodge 79, Corpus Christi President Mark Rebecek from District First Vice President Theresa Haag. PHOTO 2: Bettie House, left, receives a plaque for 23 years of dedicated service as secretary from First Vice President Haag. PHOTO 3: James House receives a plaque for two years of dedicated service as District Seven President from Second Vice President Theresa Haag.
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Lodge 196 Houston-West meets Sunday, May 6
Lodge 196, Houston-West has rescheduled its next meeting for Sunday, May 6, 2018. Potluck lunch begins at 1 p.m., and the meeting starts at 2 p.m. The meeting will be held at the lodge hall, 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Please make a note of this change so that you do not miss out on the fun, food, and fellowship. For information, call Cadance Wager 713-515-2835. We hope to see you Sunday, May 6! Don Fruin, Reporter —SPJST—
Fort Worth Friendship Club
The members of Fort Worth Friendship Club met Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at St. Thomas Parish Hall for its monthly meeting and social. The meeting was called to order by President Barbara Becknell. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all, and everyone was welcomed. Secretary Laurie Dawson read minutes from the last meeting, and Treasurer Margaret Sears presented the financial
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Lodge 79, Corpus Christi shares March meeting scenes
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi youth Jacob Rebecek celebrated his birthday on March 1. Happy Birthday, Jacob! CENTER PHOTO: Members Jill Sijansky, left, and Lela Mae Hayek prepare desserts for the lodge’s awards lunch-
report. Both were approved as presented. Guest speaker Mary G. from the water department arrived and gave a very informative presentation on the water department. She spoke of the lakes which are our source for drinking water. Mary G stated raw water quality is monitored regularly for cryptosporidium and giardia lamblia which is monitored monthly while virus monitoring is performed four times a year. She further discussed treatment processes that are
eon on March 18, 2018. RIGHT PHOTO: Member Paul Sacky was presented his 50-year membership pin at Lodge 79’s March meeting. Congratulations, Paul! —Submitted by Mark Rebecek, President
designed to kill or remove any contaminants. She stated on Saturday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. will be a designated day of “Take Back Meds Program” where you can dispose of unused and expired prescriptions/over-thecounter medications, veterinary medications and vitamins, minerals, and samples at Police South Division station, Police East Division station, Sylvania Park, and Ridgmar Mall. When you drive up, someone will come to you - you don’t even have to get out of your
car to dispose of these items. Just keep medications in original containers, but mark through or remove any personal information. Mary G’s presentation was most informative and interesting. She went on to say the Fort Worth water is most safe to drink. She warned all to beware of scams and how to identify Fort Worth Water employees who rarely need to enter your home. Always ask for identification. Treasurer Margaret reported $100 plus about two dozen of cans were do-
S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Center in Needville benefits from NHS Nursing Program
Students in the Needville High School Vocational Nursing program have spent many days this school year at S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Center in Needville working with residents. The program is under the guidance of Jennifer Wieghat, who is the NHS Health Science Instructor. Thanks to these students for their dedication and devotion to the residents of S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Center in Needville!
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nated to St. Thomas Food Bank, and all were thanked. President Barbara stated our white elephant sale would be held in May, and all proceeds will go to the Club. All items will have a sheet with a minimum dollar amount to be filled in by the donor and lines for any others to make their increased bids. When bidding is closed, the highest bidder will purchase that item. It was reported our longtime member Agnes Reznicek-Owen who has been on the membership homebound list, died on Wednesday, April 3 at the age of 104 years. Her funeral service and rosary were held at St. Thomas Church on Friday, April 6. Aunt Aggie, as lots of us called her, was an aunt to Anna Marie Moncrief. I still recall her giving me homemade noodles, kolaches, and homemade pear preserves. She was an excellent cook and so loved coming to the Friendship Club. The last few years she was a resident at Heartland Health Care Center, and Anna Marie always made sure she had a party with a birthday cake starting with 100 years to which a lot of us were always invited to. Our sympathy goes out to Anna Marie, Aggie’s son Ted, and families. Aunt Aggie, may your soul rest in peace - we miss you! Rose Ann Spann was missed as she is still recovering from knee surgery, and her husband is also having some medical problems. Get well wishes go out to both of them. Betty and Stanley Krenek were also missed as Betty had some surgery, but we hear she is doing fine. Libbie reported on a call from Lois Smith who has missed coming to our meetings. She said she hopes to be able to come next month. Her nephew in Oklahoma passed away, and she was going to his funeral. This nephew is four years younger than Lois. Our sympathy goes out to you. Sunshine Person Darlene Tompkins reported she sent a get well card to Rose Ann and a thinking of you card to Lorraine Cross. It was nice to have Lorraine back at our meeting as she has been missed. The singing of “Happy Birthday” went out to April celebrants Lydia Alholm, Marie Keller, Rose Ann Spann, Kathy Thome, and Patti Williams. May you all have many more. We had three door prizes donated by Darlene Tompkins and two donated by Jo Ann Wilcox. Happy winners were Mary Agnes Ward, Helen Skrasek, and Shirley Martin. Adele Strand was the first winner of the 50-50 dollar game with Pat McWilliams being the second winner. Congratulations to all of you! April hostesses Joyce Helgeson and Kathy Thome were thanked for their excellent service, and Claire Keighley was thanked for picking up the chicken. Lola
Taylor was also thanked for all the spring flower decorations on all the tables. Hostesses for May will be Debbie Skrasek and Libbie Vrla with Claire Keighley picking up the chicken. A big thank you goes to our telephone committee - Elizabeth Creamer, Lorraine Cross, and Helen Skrasek - for the excellent job they do each month to remind all members of our meetings, events that will take place at the meetings, theme for the day, and to inform all of any deaths among our members. Your calls are very much appreciated. Following the presentation from Mary G. of the Water Department and the close of our meeting, grace was said and a great lunch of fried chicken and other wonderful side dishes were enjoyed with our speaker Mary G. and birthday members being the first in line for lunch. Games were then played, and a good time was had by all. Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, May 2. Don’t forget to bring your dish for lunch and items for the white elephant sale. See you then.
Other News Lydia Alholm enjoyed the recent visit from daughter-in-law Kathy Alholm, grandson Tim, and his fiancée from the Chicago area. They came to introduce Lydia to Tim’s fiancée as they were later married on April 8. Lydia wasn’t able to attend the wedding, but has heard that it was a beautiful ceremony and reception. This was the third grandson, born to Lydia’s son Anthony and Kathy. Anthony attended Notre Dame and wife Kathy attended a Catholic university across the street. Following, Anthony went into law practice in Chicago, and they made their home in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, outside of Chicago. The first grandson Matt and his family continue to live in the Chicago area, while grandson number two - Danny - and his family recently moved to Nashville, Tennessee, where Danny will practice law. Lydia is very proud of her family and is looking forward to seeing all the wedding photos. Members Anna Marie Moncrief, Margaret Sears, Kathy Thome, Sharron Connelly, and Libbie Vrla enjoyed attending the 33rd Annual Divine Affair at the Fort Worth Club in support of the Discalced Carmelite Nuns of the Most Holy Trinity recently. It was a wonderful luncheon with beautiful entertainment by Vocalist Jeannie Miller and Anna Marie’s friend Georgeanna Repal of Houston who came for Aunt Aggie’s funeral, winning five of the raffle prizes. Congratulations, Georgeanna! It was nice to see you again. So Until, Keep Smiling! Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST—
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In Memory of Anton Sladecek
Funeral service for Anton C. Sladecek (Tony), age 87, of Holland, Texas, was held at 11:30 a.m., Saturday January 20, 2018, at SS Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Granger with Father Hilario Guajardo presiding. Burial followed at Holy Cross Cemetery in Granger. Tony died Wednesday, January 17 at William R. Courtney Texas State Veterans Home in Temple. He attended school in Sparks. Tony Sladecek In order to help the family out financially, he did not graduate high school but went to work at K.T. Highway Garage in Holland as an automotive mechanic. He also delivered the Temple Telegram to earn extra money. He enlisted in the United States Army and served from 1951 at the rank of Corporal until he was honorably discharged in 1953. Tony married Dolores Schindler in Koerth on October 27, 1956. They made their home in Holland where they shared 61 years of married life together. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 80, Holland. He was also a member of SS Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, American Legion Post 526, Holland Volunteer Fire Department, RVOS Lodge 83, Temple VFW, Knights of Columbus Assembly 1138 and Council 3444. He served as Adjutant and Post Commander for American Legion Post 526, president for RVOS Lodge 83, Faithful Navigator for K of C Assembly 1138, and worked bingo at SPJST Lodge 80. After 30 years’ service, he retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber. He had to keep busy so he went to work at the Rogers grain elevator for 10 years and Granger grain elevator for two years. He decided it was time to spend more time in his garden and enjoy other things he liked to do such as taking care of his pecans, making homemade wine, deer hunting, and fishing. Survivors include wife Dolores Sladecek; brother Edwin Sladecek and wife Georgia of Houston; son Michael Sladecek and wife Sharlet of Morgan’s Point Resort, Susan Vecera and husband Daniel of La Grange, Donald Sladecek
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of Temple, Steven Sladecek of Holland and James Sladecek of Holland; grandsons Jared Sladecek, Miles Vecera, Regan Vecera, and Corbet Abbott; greatgranddaughter Melynnie Sladecek; and many nephews and nieces. Pallbearers were Jared Sladecek, Miles Vecera, Regan Vecera, Corbet Abbott, Joseph Sladecek, and Carol Ann Daugherty. Honorary pallbearers are the American Legion Post 526. Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m. with a rosary at 6:30 p.m. at St. Stephens Catholic Church in Salado. Memorials can be made to SS Cyril and Methodius Church; or a charity of your choice. —SPJST—
In Memory of Weaver Mitchell
Weaver J. Mitchell, a man of faith, passed into eternal life on Saturday, April 7, 2018. He was 89 years old. In 1948, he married Irene Sevcik. Together, they raised their five wonderful, successful children. He was hard working and dedicated to being a good husband and father. His first job was delivering papers on his bicycle at 12 years of age. Later, it turned into a motor route. At 17, he won a college stipend to Del Mar Weaver Mitchell College for being the best paper boy. At 18, he began working for Southwestern Oil and Refining Company-Kerr McGee where he worked for 43 years. He started work as a yardhand and eventually worked in the lab, safety, inspection, chief operator in the CAT Cracker, and ending as Superintendent of Operations. He was a member of the Refinery Terminal Fire Company. As the family grew, he worked second jobs, such as fence salesman, carwash attendant, and air conditioning repairman. He was a jack of all trades. He worked on the family cars, built a two-car garage, and remodeled the inside of the house. In 1955, Weaver organized the SWOR Federal Credit Union. He served on various board positions and the supervisory committee. He also helped organize the DoCC Federal Credit Union,
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also serving on its board. He was a Eucharistic Minister at Spohn Hospital and also a volunteer at Doctors Regional Medical Center. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi. Weaver loved fishing from his boat in the gulf and taking the children water skiing. He supplied the family with a lot of fresh fish. In later years, he had a ranch and loved deer hunting and just being out in nature. He enjoyed having the grandchildren with him and riding around the ranch in the pick-up at night. He also liked woodworking. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Irene; son Dr. Allan Mitchell and wife Cris of Heath; daughters Diane Moody, Marilyn Carpenter and husband David of Corpus Christi, and Beverly Davenport and husband Gary of Borene; grandchildren Ryan Davenport, Wayne Mitchell, James Moody, Dr. Crystal Davenport De La Cerda, Cindy Turner, and Dr. Cathryn Davenport Naranjo; great-grandchildren Fritz and Hans Turner, Gage, Wade, and Jade Davenport , Rocco, Cianni and Lanikai De La Cerda, and Gabriella Anne Marie and RJ (Randy Jr.) Naranjo. He was preceded in death by parents John Weaver and Vivian Bass Mitchell; son Wayne Joseph Mitchell; foster daughter Seija Lahtinen of Finland; and grandchildren Keith Lawrence Moody and Cheryl Anne Marie Davenport. Visitation was held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 10 at Seaside Funeral Home Chapel. Rosary was recited at 7 p.m. that same evening. Funeral mass was celebrated at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 11 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Interment followed at Seaside Memorial Park. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. —SPJST—
Expression of Sympathy
We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge Hvezda Texasu, No. 47, Seaton, on behalf of our members, express our sincere sympathy to the family of DOLORES ANN MOTL. Mass of Christian burial for Dolores Ann Kahlig Motl, age 70, of the Seaton community was at 10 a.m. Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Cyclone with the Reverend George Thirumangalam officiating. Burial was in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Cyclone. Visitation was Monday, April 9 Dolores Motl from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Scanio-Harper Funeral Home in Temple. Rosary was recited at 7:30 p.m. After a courageous battle with cancer, Dolores Motl went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 7 at a Temple hospital just hours before her 51st wedding anniversary. Born on August 27, 1947, in Lott to Leo and Gertie Schmiedekamp Kahlig, Dolores attended school in Lott and Temple. She married Ted Motl on April 8, 1967. She worked for Red Arrow Freight Lines and co-owned Ted Motl’s Garage with her husband for 29 years. She was an avid Temple Wildcats fan and a member of the Quarterback Club for many years. Dolores was a member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. As an active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and St. Mary’s Altar Society of Cyclone, she volunteered weekly at the church. She was preceded in death by her parents; and sister Lucy Kahlig Mihatsch. Survivors include husband Ted Motl; son Dale Motl and daughter-inlaw Jane of Seaton; daughter Carol Mitchell and son-in-law John of Round Rock; daughter Teresa Dringman and son-in-law Kalen of Rapid City, South Dakota; grandchildren Stephanie Walden and husband Danny, Jennifer Motl, Elizabeth, Victoria, Katherine, and Alexandra Mitchell, and Derrick, Sarah, and Kurt Dringman; and greatgrandchildren Gracie, Danaleigh, Reese, and Robert Walden. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church; or Baylor Scott and White Hospice.
Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her. —Proverbs 31:28 Resolution Committee Ruth Hanusch Joyce Skrabanek —SPJST—
In Memory of Joan English
Mrs. Joan Loretta English (née Purcell) died peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, April 7, 2018, in Wimberley, Texas at the age of 85. Joan was born on April 2, 1933, in Houston, Texas, to Hugh and Loretta Purcell. She graduated from Freer High School and then Southwest Texas State University in 1956 with a degree in physical education and history. After coaching/teaching in several cities in South Texas and in Dallas, she married Robert “Bob” English in 1961. Joan and Bob lived in Houston for two years before Bob’s job with Dresser Industries moved them to the corporate office in Dallas. By 1967, the couple welcomed four children into their home, and Joan became a full-time mother but still found time to coach at St. Pius X Catholic School and Bishop Lynch High School where the four children attended. Her kids remember her as a tough, independent, strong mother who encouraged them to work hard, never give up, and
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keep their faith in God. Joan was an accomplished athlete excelling at tennis, softball, and bowling but who loved all sports and was passionate about teaching youth the right way to do things. She was an active and dedicated member of the St. Pius X community and volunteered at the school as a coach. She spent many of her later years traveling North America in her RV and especially enjoyed all the great relationships she made through her membership and volunteer work with Thousand Trails. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston. She was preceded in death by husband Robert Joseph English; brothers Hugh Purcell, Jr., Richard Purcell, Terrance Purcell, Daniel Purcell, Robert Purcell, and James Purcell. Joan is survived by children Susan English Holmes and Lee Holmes, Margaret Ann Vieger, Joseph Redmond English and Julie English, and David William English and Rita English; brother Walter Purcell; grandchildren Andrew, AJ, Loretta, Madison, Lauren, Katherine, Rachel, and Robby. A memorial mass was held Friday, April 13 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Wimberley to celebrate her life. Memorial donations may be made to either American Cancer Society or American Stroke Association. —SPJST—
Death Claims Paid in March 2018 will appear in next week’s Vestnik
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SPJST Youth Section
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 Fraternal Director at 800-727-7578, or visit www.spjst.org.
District Two Beseda Dancers set April 29 lunch fundraiser
Dear Vestnik Readers, District Two Youth Beseda Dancers along with SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton will be having a fundraiser on Sunday, April 29, 2018, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Seaton Star Hall. A barbecue plate lunch will be served. The plate will consist of one-half chicken, sauce, potato salad, baked beans, pickles, bread, and dessert. The cost will be $10 per plate. We invite you to come in and eat in the comfort of the lodge hall for great fellowship or pick up plates by using the convenient drive-thru service.
Lodge 20, Granger youth volunteers for APAC
The deadline for all Věstník items is 12 noon 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
Dancers to perform at 11:45 a.m. The dancers will perform the Ceska Beseda indoors at 11:45 a.m. You won’t want to miss their performance. Proceeds from the fundraiser will go towards new costumes and needed alterations to others and travel expenses for performances. A portion of the proceeds will go to Lodge 47 for the use of the hall for practices. Thanks for your support! Let’s praise these youth for keeping the Czech heritage alive with your support. We thank you in advance for supporting our Czech youth dancers! Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor patsyk2011@yahoo.com 254-718-1606 —SPJST—
Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club collects, donates 55 boxes of cereal
Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club recently collected 55 boxes of breakfast cereal and donated it to a local food pantry in Caldwell, Texas. We made a difference! Way to go, youth club! —Submitted by Holly Narro, Youth Leader
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District Seven Youth Development Workshop, Outing set for May 5
Youth Development Workshop District Seven Youth Development Workshop will be Saturday, May 5, 2018, at The Racquet Club of Camino Real, located at 5 Courtside Circle in San Antonio, Texas 78216 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The workshop will include door prizes, games, and informational sessions. Lunch will be included for all in attendance!
District Seven Outing The District Seven outing will then follow the workshop at The Racquet Club of Camino Real Pool, located at 5 Courtside Circle in San Antonio, Texas 78216 from 2 to 4 p.m. Don’t forget your swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen! Please RSVP Please RSVP to District Seven Youth Counselor April Howard by email to aprhoward@gmail.com or calling 830624-9242. April Howard District Seven Youth Counselor —SPJST—
I had fun volunteering for APAC. APAC stands for Association for a Pet Adoption Center. I helped at an adoption event. We played with and walked the dogs. Some of them even got adopted. If you are considering adopting a dog, please check out APAC in the Temple area. You can see all the dogs up for adoption on their Facebook page “APAC Temple Texas.” They even set up at PetSMART every other Saturday. Sterling Marshall, age 11 —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth inducted into National Junior Honor Society
Congratulations to Seth Martinez of Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club! He was inducted into the National Junior Honor Society Rogers Chapter at Rogers Middle School on February 26, 2018. Membership is based on scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship. Seth served as the 2015 SPJST State Duke. RIGHT PHOTO: Seth is pictured with his father, Adam Martinez. Seth’s mother Tammy is the Fraternal Services Specialist at the SPJST Home Office. Seth’s parents are also members of Lodge 47.
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Lodge 47, Seaton youth excited about going to camp for first time
Dear Vestnik Readers, This year, we got to spend Easter in College Station with Mawmaw and Pawpaw. The Easter Bunny brought us a lot of Easter eggs. I am happy that it is warming up outside. I can’t wait for summer. I am doing a lot of things. I get to do swim lessons. I am also excited about going to camp for the first time. Fraternally, Travis Ordogne, age 6 —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club elects officers
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Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club presents 2018-2019 Officers
Dear Members, We elected officers at the March meeting, and they are: President Anahi Guerrero Vice President Sergio Guerrero Secretary/Treasurer Jade Caffey Reporter Keith Wockenfuss Flag Bearer Addison Shaffner
We discussed the Easter party that was held on Saturday, March 24 at the hall. We also talked about different dates coming up. Fraternally, Keith Wockenfuss. age 13 Sergeant-at-Arms —SPJST—
The 2018-2019 officers of Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club are, left to right, President Anahi Guerrero, Vice President Sergio Guerrero,Secretary/Treasurer Jade Caffey, Reporter Keith Wockenfuss, and Flag Bearer Addison Shaffner. —Submitted by Keith Wockenfuss
District One Youth participate in spring meeting
Sunday, April 8, 2018 • SPJST Lodge 9, Snook • Submitted by Holly Narro, Assistant District One Youth Counselor
On Sunday, April 8, 2018, District One held its annual spring meeting at Lodge 9, Snook. A delicious meal was served by the Snook lodge - thank you! We had great participation in the decorated rock contest with 29 entries. The youth also enjoyed a youth development workshop and fun and
games at Snook Park. LEFT PHOTO: District One King Dillon Narro (17) and District One Queen Grace Lewis (9) lead the Pledge of Allegiance to open the spring meeting. RIGHT PHOTOS: Scenes from the youth development workshop.
LEFT PHOTOS: Youth enjoy fun and games at Snook Park. FAR RIGHT PHOTO: 2018 camp tee-shirt design contest participants, left to right,
Dillon Narro, Abby Lopez (ages kindergarten to 8 years winner), Macy Narro, and Lila Supak.
LEFT PHOTO: District One Decorated Rock Contest first place winners are, left to right, ages kindergarten to 8 years - Courtlyn Nix (9), ages 9 to 11 - Allison Wilkerson (9), ages 12 to 14 - Kadie Hartman (17), and age 15 to high school senior - Madelyn Rodriguez (9). Congratulations! PHOTO 2: Ages kindergarten to 8 years winners - 1st - Courtlyn Nix (9),
2nd - Abby Lopez (17), and 3rd Lila Supak (17). PHOTO 3: Ages 9 to 11 winner - 1st - Allison Wilkerson (9). PHOTO 4: Ages 12 to 14 winners - 1st - Kadie Hartman (17), 2nd - Macy Narro (17), 3rd - Jessie Enrique (186). RIGHT PHOTO: Ages 15 to high school senior winners - 1st - Madelyn Rodriguez (9), 2nd - Jessica Enrique (186), 3rd - Dillon Narro (17).
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State Queens of Lodge 25, Ennis
Pictured are 2005 SPJST State Queen Rachel Hunter, left, and 2017 SPJST State Queen April Dvorak, both of Lodge 25, Ennis in District Three.
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Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club learns flag etiquette
Lodge 49, Rowena Youth Club receives a lesson on the proper way to fold, hold, and display the American flag. Maynard Schwertner, a Veteran of Foreign Wars, presented a program to the Rowena Youth Club at the
April meeting. Youth were taught the proper way to display the flag and how to fold a flag. Mr. Schwertner explained how to respect the flag as well. —Submitted by Becky Wood, Youth Leader
District Seven Youth participate in spring meeting Sunday, April 8, 2018 Jourdanton Community Library Photos by Regina House
District Seven youth participated in the decorated rock contest at the spring meeting held Sunday, April 8, 2018, at Jourdanton Community Library. LEFT PHOTO: Kindergarten to Age 8. Left to right are 4th - Jenna Fair (202), 3rd - Skeet Kitchen (185), 2nd - Lily Howard (185), and 1st - Colt Pruski (107). PHOTO 2: Ages 9 to 11. Left to right are 4th - Gatlin Mills (185),
3rd - Kayla Fair (202), 2nd - Christian Lynn (107), and 1st - Megan Ohnheiser (185). PHOTO 3: Ages 12 to 14. 2nd - Diego Valdez (202), left, and 1st - Katlyn Polasek (202). PHOTO 4: Ages 15 to High School Senior. 2nd - Samara Valdez (202), left, and 1st - Kelly House (202). RIGHT PHOTO: Colt Pruski (107) displays his camp tee-shirt design contest participation certificate.
LEFT PHOTO: SPJST President Brian Vanicek and District Seven Youth Counselor Lian Pruski recognize 2018 Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest winner (ages 15 to high school senior) Samara Valdez of Lodge 202, Jourdanton. PHOTO 2: Receiving camp tee-shirt design contest participation certificates are Madeline Kitchen, Lily Howard, Megan Ohnheiser, Steele McCoy, Ryleigh Kitchen, and Skeet Kitchen, all of Lodge 185, New Braunfels. Not pictured are Madilyn O’Gorman and Carmela Cabr-
era. PHOTO 3: District Seven Youth Counselor Lian Pruski, far right, presents camp tee-shirt design contest participation certificates to Samara Valdez, Katlyn Polasek, Kelly House, McKenna Pope, and Diego Valdez, all of Lodge 202, Jourdanton. RIGHT PHOTO: DYC Lian Pruski, left, and Assistant DYC Regina House are pictured at the District Seven Spring Meeting. Thanks to Lian for her service as DYC and to Regina for her service as Assistant DYC.
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Taylor Czech Speaking Class meets every Wednesday
The Taylor Czech Speaking Class meets every Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living, located at 505 East Lake Drive in Taylor,
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Texas. This is an informal class setting for learning to speak, write, and read Czech. For more information, contact Instructor Lydia Kurtin at 512-859-2543. Submitted by, Alice Bracewell Lodge 48, Beyersville —SPJST—
Czech Cultural Calendar
Wednesdays 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. This is an informal class setting for learning to speak, write, and read Czech. For information, contact Instructor Lydia Kurtin 512859-2543. Submitted by Alice Bracewell, Lodge 48, Beyersville. First/Third Tuesdays Tarok Lessons with Tarok Champion Jimmie Coufal—at Czech Heritage Museum, 119 West French Avenue, Temple, 7 p.m.: All skill levels; beginners always welcome! Free and open to everyone. For information, call 254899-2935 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 Grange, 1 to 4 p.m. Fee is $10 per person per class. Call or email to verify classes. Preregistration preferred. For information, call 888-785-4500; 979-968-9399; or email info@czechtexas.org.
April 28 2018 Miss Texas Czech-Slovak Queen Pageant/Crowning—at Queen of Peace Catholic Church Life Center, 1224 Cedar Drive, La Marque, Texas: Crowning will be held at the 16th Annual Pageant and Spring Meeting of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas. Contact Director of the CHS Texas Pageant Kathy Podsednik kathypods@gmail.com; or Jana Vaculik Riley janamriley@gmail.com.
May 5 SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration—at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall. Music by Jerry Haisler, Billy Havlik, and Friends; food; arts/crafts vendors; kids’ zone; much more. For information, visit spjstcarshow.org; or call 254-773-1575.
May 18 The American Czech Theatre presents “The Stand-In”—at The Beltonian Theatre, 219 East Central Avenue, Belton, Texas at 7 p.m.: A comedy by Ladislav Smoljak and Zdenek Sverak about the beloved Czech fictional character Jara Cimrma - voted the Czech Republic’s “greatest Czech of all time”. Executive Producer Sarah Wilhelm, Director Sarah Reynolds. Performance sponsored by Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, Temple. For information, contact Sarah Wilhelm at info@tactheatre.org or Susan Chandler 817-919-9095.
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May 19 The American Czech Theatre presents “The Stand-In”—at Sanford Schmid Amphitheater, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange, Texas at 7 p.m.: A comedy by Ladislav Smoljak and Zdenek Sverak about the beloved Czech fictional character Jara Cimrma voted the Czech Republic’s “greatest Czech of all time”. Executive Producer Sarah Wilhelm, Director Sarah Reynolds. Performance sponsored by Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, La Grange. Pre-sale tickets are $12, and $15 on night of the event. Order online at czechtexas.org or call 888-785-4500.
May 19 SPJST Founders Day—at SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville. Turkey dinner served 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - plates are $10; Chris Rybak plays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; program at 2 p.m.; cornhole tournament starts at 3 p.m.; Round Top Brass Band plays 4 to 6 p.m.; Glen Collins and The Alibis plays from 7 to 11 p.m. - admission is $10. Huge prize raffle with 15 guns and 10 Visa cards. Benefits SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville. For information, call Sharon Fritsch at 979-966-3515 or Ronnie Pflughaupt at 979-249-6702.
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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 12 noon, 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 non-profit 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) Attention: Remaining meetings for 2018 will be held Sunday, August 19; Sunday, December 9 (and as needed), at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville.
Lodge Meetings: The lodge meets every other month (location/time TBA), 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) Bridge Update: The bridge on the way to the hall is complete. Spread the good news!
Saturday, April 28—Knapek reunion Sunday, May 6—Lodge 6 meeting, 2 p.m. Friday, May 18—Social Sunday, May 27—Lander reunion Sunday, June 3—Lodge 6 meeting, 2 p.m. Saturday, June 9—Petter reunion Sunday, June 10—RVOS Love 46 Meeting/Family Day Friday, June 15—Social Saturday, June 16—Gerik wedding Sunday, June 17—Soukup reunion Friday, June 22—Malone coop Meeting Saturday, June 23—Girard family reunion Saturday, June 30—Tichavosky family reunion
Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Directions: From Interstate 35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light and stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take Farm Road 2114 East for 3 miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road. Lodge hall is on the right about 1/2 mile down the road. Hall Rental Information: Peggy Dobecka 254-727-0383 or Jeanette Beseda 254-7177849.. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, contact Youth Leader Peggy 254-717-0383 or dataped@sbcglobal.net.
LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of February, April, June, August, October, and November, 6 p.m. at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant, Schulenburg.
LODGE 9, SNOOK (1) Lodge Hall: 457 CR 269, Snook. Directions: From Snook, turn on FM 2155 to downtown. At Snook School, stay right on Spur 2155. At “T”, turn right on CR 269. Go 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: 979-272-3732. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 1081 County Road 425, Dime Box. Directions: In Dime Box, turn left from FM 141 on CR 424. Go east on CR 425 for 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: 979-884-1451; Hall Phone: 979-884-1451. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 190/Hwy 36, Buckholts (historic hexagon-shaped building with a stone entrance. Directions: Hall is located on Hwy 36, east of Buckholts, 1/4 mile east of downtown Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: 254-217-2863. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 4 p.m. at the hall. Refreshments served after meeting, and door prizes awarded.
LODGE 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions: From Caldwell, turn from Hwy 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles and turn left on CR 225. Go 1 mile, veering to the right. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 979-272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Sunday, May 6—Lost Cause Band Sunday, May 20—Czech Melody Masters Sunday, June 3—Glen Collins Sunday, June 10—The Moravians Sunday, June 23—Glen Collins, 2 to 5 p.m.: All Elgin High School class reunions are invited.
Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rentals/Band Bookings: David Meyer 512-217-0162. Hall phone: 512-2853100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Lodge Meetings: Youth club meetings are held with the adult meetings, which are the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Youth Leader David Meyer 512-2170162.
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) Saturday, April 21—Marak Knights of Columbus Sunday, May 13—Mother’s Day Barbecue Lunch: Barbecue chicken and trimmings. Dine-in or plates-togo served 11 a.m.. until sold out. $10 per plate.
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 254985-0002. 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) Wednesday, April 25—Monthly birthday potluck supper
Lodge Hall: 1901 East Hwy 34, Ennis. Hall Rental Information: 972-875-8381. Mail: PO Box 129, Ennis, Texas 75120. Email: SPJSTennis@yahoo.com. Game Room: Open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the lodge dining room with supper at 6:30 p.m. followed by a complimentary social in the game room. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December 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, April 27—Old Friends Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.
Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, at intersection of State Hwy 95 and US 79 Business (4th Street), turn east on Hwy 79. Proceed to FM 619, turn north (left) and go about .8 mile to the large, 2-story hall. Hall Rental Information: 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: Beginning January 2018, youth club meetings will be held on the third Monday of each month at 7:15 p.m. at the hall. 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) Attention: Beginning in 2018, lodge meetings will be held quarterly - on the second Thursdays: February 8; May 10; August 9; November 8 at Victoria Mall Meeting Room, at 6:30 p.m. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of February, May, August, and November at Victoria Mall Meeting Room, at 6:30 p.m.
LODGE 35, ELK (3) Saturday, April 28—Gordon Collier Band Saturday, May 12—Lost Heart Highway Saturday, June 23—Steve Dansby and the Tailgate Philosophers
Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From Interstate 35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy 84 East through Bellmead; go approximately 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Take the Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road; go approximately 1 mile; the road will dead end. Turn right at the dead end; go approximately 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Gene Pavelka 254-7493326; Hall Phone: 254-863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Sales Agents: James (Dude) Mann 254-7150275 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 979406-0158.
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.
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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: Edwin Pechal 254-7212887; Hall Phone: 254-985-2548. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Visit www.seatonstarhall.com.
LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: From Taylor, take the South Loop. Turn right on FM 112 and go about 0.8 mile. Turn right on FM 619; continue on FM 619 for approximately 4 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 512-739-9324. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at the hall except May, June, July and August the meetings will be held on the second Monday of each of these months at 6:30 p.m. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 49, ROWENA (4) Lodge Hall: 706 FM 2133, Rowena. Hall Rental Information: 325-262-3377 - 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 Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant in Schulenburg, 2 p.m. To confirm meeting date/s, call Ernest Kutac 979561-7190.
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: Meetings are held bi-monthlty. 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 bi-monthly. Youth Club Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Youth Leader Connie Horak’s home; call 254-541-9165 for address. Board of Directors’ Meetings: Watch the Věstník for dates/times. Bingo: Every Thursday, 7 p.m. Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355.
LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Hwy 36, Needville. Directions: Hall is located at the corner of Hwy 36 and FM 361, 1 mile from the traffic light in Needville. Hall Manager/Bookings: Dan Natho 979-618-1426. Hall Phone: 361-793-4742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Madeline Gadway 979-900-9566; or madeline.gadway@gmail.com.
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LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. Meeting location will be posted in the Věstník. Youth Club Meetings: Held one hour before the adult lodge meeting - 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. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.information, call 979-922-1279; or 979-922-1553.
LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Friday, May 4—Jeff Woolsey and The Dancehall Kings, country/western, $15 per person Saturday, May 12—The Jazz Medics, big band music, dress shirts/dress slacks, $10 per person Friday, May 18—The Fab 5, Beatles Tribute, $10 per person
Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Hwy 290—Take Mangum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall Rental Information: Hall: 713-869-5767; or visit www.lodge88.org. Lodge Meetings: Third Monday, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Bingo: Every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7 p.m. Regular games start at 7:30 p.m. License No. 17407503501. All dances are held from 8 to 11:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. For reservations, call 713-869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Beer, set-ups, soda, and ice sold at bar. Please do not bring from outside. *Dress Code dances: evening attire for ladies and gentlemen.
LODGE 91, SAN JACINTO (5) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings - TBA in the Věstník. For information, contact Lodge Secretary Vonda Smesny 832-694-8762.
LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road, Fort Worth 76114. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-30 West to the Henderson exit. Take Henderson North; it becomes Jacksboro Hwy (TX 199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cut Off, which is a right off of Jacksboro Hwy. Hall - also known as National Hall - is on the right about 2 or 3 blocks down the road. Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner. Hall Event/Rental Information: Call National Hall Events Manager Jon Durham 817-624-1361. Visit Lodge 92 website www.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: For 2018, meetings will be held the third Thursday in March, June, and September: Dates are March 15, June 21, and September 20. For time, and location, call Secretary Judy Bellanger 361-5762935.
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) Sunday, July 15—Lodge 133 Quarterly meeting, 2 p.m. Sunday, October 21—Lodge 133 Thanksgiving luncheon/quarterly meeting, 12:30 p.m. Sunday, December 9—Lodge 133 Christmas luncheon/quarterly meeting, 12:30 p.m.
Lodge Meetings: 2018 quarterly meetings are held in March, July, October, and December at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio. For information, contact President Jarolyn Popp 830-964-5135.
LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at Sokol hall, 2622 East Hwy 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay Hwy 287 on until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and under the overpass at IH-45. Then go approximately 1 3/4 miles on Hwy 34. Sokol Hall is on the left.
LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at 11 a.m. at The Smith Group Building, 1718 Main Street, Danbury. For information, call 979-922-1279; or 979-922-1553. LODGE 141, SEALY (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle Drive, Sealy.
LODGE 142, HOUSTON (5) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month except in December which is the second Sunday at 2 p.m. unless otherwise noted; 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 Lodge142 President Keith Kieschnick 832-627-2842; or Secretary Elizabeth Hermis 281787-8717. Youth Club Meetings: Held the same date, time, and location as the adult lodge meetings - unless otherwise noted. For information, call Youth Leader Catherine Manchack 832-443-0469. LODGE 148, EL MATON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at Frank Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month following the adult lodge meeting at Frank Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton.
LODGE 151, WHARTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Wharton Depot Museum, 100 South Sunset Street, Wharton. For information, call 979-532-5884.
LODGE 154, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-20 West exit. Stay on IH-20 West until you come to 820; stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Hwy and Azle Street exit. Take Azle Street exit; go to the traffic light. Turn left at the traffic light. Go to the second traffic light then turn right onto Boat Club Road. Go approx. 2 1/2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information/Hall Phone: 817-237-5181. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 155, AUSTIN (2) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of March, June, September, and December. For meeting time/location, call Secretary Ginny Prasatik 512-472-1721.
LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of every other month, 1 p.m. For meeting location, contact Secretary Cynthia Kristinek 806-763-7245; or via cjkristinek@yahoo.com.
LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Wednesday of February, May, and August. The November meeting is held the third Sunday. Watch the Věstník for meeting time/location. For information, contact President Sandra Jansa 325651-8045 or sandra.jansa@hotmail.com.
LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY (5) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 5 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) Attention: Remaining 2018 lodge meetings will be held the second Wednesday of every other month in June, August, October, and December at 5:30 p.m.
Lodge Hall: 711 Rio Poco, Little River. Directions: Hall is on the south side of Academy, just off Hwy 95, on the right. Hall Rental Information: 254-982-4530. Hall Phone: 254-982-4434. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of every other 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. Location will be announced in the Vestnik prior to the meeting each month. For information, contact Ricky Weyand 979-966-7138.
LODGE 180, BURLESON (3) Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month at the Burleson Police Department Building - Community Room, 1161 S. W. Wilshire, Burleson, 6:15 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 Věstník. For further information, contact President Barbara Williams-Rash 936-295-7778; email b.d.willrash@att.net; Vice President Chuck Toney 281-362-9062; email cdtiii@toney.us; or Treasurer Patsy McClelland 936-788-5714; or email pmcclelland@consolidated.
LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Same time and place as adult lodge meeting.
LODGE 183, ARLINGTON (3) 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: 817-465-8538; 214-876-9029. Lodge Meetings and Family Night: Third Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Last Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Game Nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506
LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Hall: FM 532 West, Moulton. Directions: From Texas 9—-5 in Moulton, take FM 532 West for 4 miles. Hall is located on the right. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS (7) Lodge Meetings: Every other month - February, April, June, August, October, and December. Call for meeting date, time, and location. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Theresa Haag 830-625-8262 for meeting date, time, and location.
LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy 36, Caldwell. Directions: Hall is just off Hwy 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: 979-567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Social games: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002.
LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. There will be a 7-11 store on the right. Turn right and proceed past Hopewell School. Continue through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. From Temple, take IH-35 South. Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign. Take left on University Boulevard. The third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right will be Luther Peterson Boulevard. Hall Rental Information: 512-255-1554; 512-771-4948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, beginning at 2 p.m. at the hall, followed by entertainment and potluck meal.
LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at (unless otherwise noted) C and J Barbecue, 1010 South Texas Avenue in Bryan.
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LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) 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) Attention: The May meeting date for Lodge 196, Houston-West has been moved to Sunday, May 6, 2018. Potluck lunch begins at 1 p.m.; meeting starts at 2 p.m. Please make a note of this change so that you do not miss out on the fun, food, and fellowship. Sunday, May 6—Lodge meeting: Potluck lunch begins at 1 p.m.; meeting starts at 2 p.m.
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 - potluck served at 1 p,mn,; meeting begins at 2 p.m. - unless otherwise noted. For information, call Cadance Wager 713-515-2835. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Cadance Wager 713-515-2835.
LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY (2) Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at Taylor Hall, 100 4th Street, Eddy. For information, contact President Allen Trigg, Sr. 254-6245152.
LODGE 201 BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 3948 FM 2502, Bleiblerville. Directions: Hall is across the street from the post office in Bleiblerville. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.
LODGE 202, JOURDANTON (7) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday at 2 p.m.; except in September and December, meetings are held on the second Sunday at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday at 1:15 p.m. except in September and December, meetings are held on the second Sunday 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 940-322-8503.
LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Saturday of January, March, May, July, and September, 6:30 p.m. at Tahoka Housing Authority (small room - 1400 Ave K). For any questions, call Secretary Pam Lehmann 806-5358356. Youth Club Meetings: For location/time, contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams 806-990-3351.
LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Attention: Lodge meetings will be held on the first Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. at 521 Texas Avenue 79901 (Use the Florence Street entrance). For questions, call Secretary Nirma Bustamante 915726-4485. Youth club meetings will be held the third Saturday of every month. For time and location, call Youth Leader Aracely Quiz 915-999-2062.
Lodge Meetings: First Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. at 521 Texas Avenue 79901 (Use the Florence St. entrance). For questions, call Secretary Nirma Bustamante 915-726-4485. Youth Club Meetings: Third Saturday of every month. For time and location, call Youth Leader Aracely Quiz 915-999-2062.
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) 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) Saturday, May 5—Meeting/Volunteer Day at SPJST Car Show at Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall
Lodge Meetings: Unless otherwise announced, second Tuesday of January, March, May, July, September, and November, 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.
Come One!
13th Annual Come All!
SPJST Car Show Saturday May 5 Seaton Star Hall -
Car Show 9 a.m. -to 3 p.m.
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For car show entry info, please visit spjstcarshow.org or call 254.534.0809 or 254.534.0807. Seaton Star Hall is seven miles east of Temple off Highway 53.
Czech Heritage CelebratiON
Benefiting the SPJST Foundation which supports the Czech Heritage Museum and Camp Kubena
Insuring and Enriching Lives Since 1897 www.spjst.org 800.727.7578
Meet and Greet SPJST State Royalty
200+ Cars Music by Jerry Haisler, Billy Havlik and Friends
Kids Zone/Carnival Games SPJST Beseda Dancers Living History Demonstrations Vendor/Food Booths & Farmers Market For booth info, call 254.931.0639
Silent Auction & 50/50 Drawing
FREE ADMISSION!
Lodge 47, seaton www.seatonstarhall.com
Lodge 180 Burleson Lodge 246 Morgan’s Point
Life Insurance and More Home Office: 520 North Main Temple, Texas 76501 800-727-7578
info@spjst.org www.spjst.org