ˇ ´ VESTNIK S P J S T Benevolence
Volume 106 Number 35
H E R A L D
★ Humanity
★ Brotherhood
October 3, 2018
ISSN —07458800
Beautiful, pristine countryside . . .
Family, friends visit fascinating places in Czech Republic By Mary Archer niece of Laddie Gajdica of SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas
vineyard in the cellar as we tried to sing along in Czech, using songbooks put together by Charline, Margie, and Mary. Laddie played with Eva and Vasek, who SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas members are a famous band from Blansko/KlepaLaddie and Helen Gajdica along with cov that toured Texas recently. They their daughter welcomed us Diane Deily, into their Laddie’s nieces recording studio Charline Poland home. We lard, Margie were served dinGunter, Mary ner, beer, and Archer and huswine at their band Keith, club. They also Helen’s niece let us pick apVicky Castleples and pears man and husfrom their backband John - plus yard. 20 other new While in friends from La Frenstat, we Grange and surwere welcomed rounding comto City Hall munities, who Center by the now are like council memfamily - had an bers and examazing two- Lodge 84, Dallas member Laddie mayor. We all week trip to the Gajdica serenades tour members after sang “My Jsme Czech Republic lunch near Frenstat, Czech Republic. Valasi,” - “We and Poland. Are WalWe traveled through beautiful, pris- lachian,” and “Pisnicka Ceska,” accomtine countryside . . . fascinating places panied by Laddie on the accordion and to see and visit . . . Lidice, Dubi, Beroun, a local guitarist. Decin, Hrensko, Litomerice, Tapla Our visit was covered by the local Monestery, Chodova Plana, Plzen, news and world news. Aunt Helen Karlov, Olesnice, Dalesice, Trebic, Telč, Gajdica was interviewed by three teleRoznov, Vizovice, Lesna, Zlin, Frenstat, vision station reporters who wanted to Trojanovice, Hrachovice, Hodslavice, know where she learned to speak Czech Pardubice, Kladuby and Labem, Kutna and where her grandparents and parents Hora, Prague, Trinec, Czech Republic, immigrated from in Czech Republic. and Ustron, Poland. Helenka did a great job. Alas, we did not Uncle Laddie played his accordion arrive to our hotel in time to see the for us on the bus, in the hotel, and at the broadcast.
Pictured near Decin, Czech Republic, are, front, left to right, Helen and Laddie Gajdica, both of Lodge 84, Dallas, and Charline Pollard and Marie Gunter, both of Lodge 130, Dallas. BACK: Keith and Mary Archer, and Diane Deily. More photos on page 10.
Most impressive is what the Czech people have accomplished, in all aspects of their lives and the country’s wellbeing, in less than 30 years especially considering the wreckage that was left after eight years of Hitler and 40 years of Stalin and the Soviet Union.
The experience was truly amazing. Everyone on the trip wanted an Uncle Laddie and Aunt Helen Gajdica! And, one last note . . . always remember: Bring the pivo before the cheesecake, prosim. —SPJST—
N N N N N N N N Inside This Week’s Věstník N N N N N N N N Interest Rates.......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 Readers Write ......................................3 Recipe...................................................3 District News .......................................5 Lodge Section......................................6
Reunions ............................................13 Youth Section.....................................15 In Memoriam ......................................20 Czech Culture ....................................21 Advertisements .................................21 Lodge Calendar .................................22
Lodge 151 Wharton honors deceased members
SPJST supports Food Bank of the Golden Crescent Page 8
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District Youth Counselors gather for fall meeting Page 15
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ˇ ´ VESTNIK 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 254-773-1575 (ext. 122) • Mobile: 254-534-0807 VĚSTNÍK Fax: 254-773-8087 email: vestnik@spjst.org or melaniez@usa.com SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC 254-773-1575 (ext. 139) • Mobile: 254-534-2902 email: vanicek@spjst.com VICE PRESIDENT HIRAM DIXON, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM 254-773-1575 (ext. 240) • Mobile: 254-231-7722 email: hiramd@spjst.com CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC 254-773-1575 (ext. 149) Mobile: 254-721-4739 • Home: 254-778-3720 email: leonardm@spjst.com DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES ROY VAJDAK 254-773-1575 (ext. 142) • 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 (ext. 246) • richardh@spjst.com REGIONAL GENERAL AGENTS DISTRICT ONE - Jim Schroeder, LUTCF 936-661-2294 • jschroeder55@suddenlink.net DISTRICT TWO - Chris Waggoner 512-431-8355 • cwaggoner01@outlook.com DISTRICT THREE - Philip (Phil) McBee, FICF, CFFM 325-647-1949 • Fax: 325-784-7448 mcbeephilip@gmail.com DISTRICT FOUR - Bobby Davis, FICF, CFFM 325-450-3748 • Fax: 325-657-2003 bgdsr2428@aol.com DISTRICT FIVE - Delisle Doherty 832-232-2049 • email: delisled@sbcglobal.net DISTRICT SIX - Carolina Covarrubia 281-779-9956 • covarrubia.carolina@yahoo.com DISTRICT SEVEN - Armando Perez, LUTCF 361-425-5543 • asperez6040@hotmail.com
CAMP KUBENA • 2001 Waldeck Rd • Ledbetter, TX Jeb Lapeyrolerie, Executive Director
979-249-5674 • jebL@campkubena.com
HUMAN RESOURCES LYNETTE TALASEK 254-773-1575 (ext. 146) • email: lynettet@spjst.com
Editor’s Note
100 Years of Czechoslovakian Independence
STATE FRATERNAL DIRECTOR FRANK HORAK Office: 254-773-1575 (ext. 177) • 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 - Mary Steinman, 1136 Westgrove Dr, Saginaw, Texas 76179-3463 - 817-731-2580 - appamary@sbcglobal.net District Four - Pam Lehmann, PO Box 637, Tahoka, Texas 79373-0637 - 806-561-5105 - plehmann@poka.com District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023-6510 713-649-6138 district5dyc@aol.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El Campo, Texas 77437 - 979-543-7120 - lisa_bubela@yahoo.com District Seven - 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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he Keston Center for Religion, Politics, and Society, in partnership with the Department of Modern Languages and Cultures at Baylor University and McLennan Community College in Waco will host a series of events celebrating 100 years of Czechoslovakian independence. Tuesday, Oct. 9 - “The Czechoslovak Experience in Film” - A screening of Oratorio for Prague (1968) and The Power of the Powerless (2009) at 6 p.m. in Bennett Auditorium on the Baylor campus. Dr. Michael Long and Czech journalist Ivana Doležalová will introduce the films and moderate a discussion afterward. Wednesday, Oct. 10 - “Remembering the 50th Anniversary of Prague Spring” - Audience: A Play by Václav Havel performed by Steven Pounders and Cooper Sivara of the Department of Theatre Arts at 6 p.m. in Bennett Auditorium. Thursday, Oct. 11 - “Celebrating 100 Years of Czech Independence” A reception and keynote lecture by Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Czech Republic to the United States Hynek Kmoníček, “Lessons on Freedom: Perspectives on the Past, Prospects for the Future,” beginning at 3 p.m. in Armstrong Browning Library at Baylor. Friday, Oct. 12 - “The Magic and Tragic Eights: Generational Reflections on 100 Years of Czech History” - A breakfast and lecture by Alice Luňáková at 8:30 a.m. in the Michaelis Academic Center (MAC) 111 at McLennan Community College. In addition to these public events, a luncheon for special guests and sponsors with Ambassador Kmoníček and his wife will be held Thursday, October 11 at 11:30 a.m. in Barfield Drawing Room on the second floor of the Bill
Daniel Student Center on the Baylor campus. A limited number of spaces are available for sponsors. To become an event sponsor, contact Kathy Hillman at Kathy_Hillman@baylor.edu or 254710-6684. Correction The winner of the girl’s kolache eating contest at the Corpus Christi Getaway held August 10 to 12 was incorrectly identified in the September 12 Vestnik. Congratulations to Bree Gallant of Lodge 160, San Angelo. Bree’s family says, “We got so
tickled at Bree because she didn’t even want to enter. But we made her do it, and then she won! She was so excited!” Great job, Bree! Thanks for participating, and we are proud of you.
Vestnik Dates and Deadlines Please note that the Vestnik deadline is at 12 noon on Wednesdays, unless otherwise noted. October 10 Věstník deadline is Wed., Oct. 3 at 12 noon October 17 Věstník deadline is Wed., Oct. 10 at 12 noon October 24 Věstník deadline is Wed., Oct. 17 at 12 noon October 31 Věstník deadline is Wed., Oct. 24 at 12 noon —SPJST—
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Readers Write St. Matthew Catholic Church in Rogers sets Oct. 7 fall festival St. Matthew Catholic Church in Rogers will host its annual fall festival on Sunday, October 7, 2018, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy delicious barbecue pulled pork and Slovacek’s Sausage, cole slaw, potato salad, pinto beans with a dessert and drink for $10. Dine-in or to-go plates are available. Hamburgers and Mexican food booths will offer a wide variety of foods to enjoy. A bake and craft sale will also be held. Prize drawing, country store, silent auction, bingo, and children’s games start at 12 noon. We invite you to join us for a day of fellowship and fun. Sincerely, Gennie Tepera Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
Westphalia Picnic and Homecoming set for Oct. 14 The 112th annual Westphalia Picnic and Homecoming will be Sunday, October 14, 2018, at Church of the Visitation in Westphalia. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., sausage, fried chicken, and Westphalia noodles will be served for $10 per plate, and homemade Westphalia sausage for $5 per pound. Music with Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5 will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. A live auction begins at 2 p.m. which will include antique, unique, hand-crafted items and baked and homemade goods. Games and fun will include booth
bingo, teddy bear stand, fish pond, ring stand, fishbowl toss, gun stand, ball stand, and train ride. Shuttle service will be available. Come join us for good food and lots of fun for the entire family! Patricia Hoelscher Lodge 47, Seaton
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Brazos Valley CHS to host Oct. 14 polka mass celebrations All are invited to polka masses, dinner, and dance on Sunday, October 14, 2018. Polka masses will be celebrated with Taylor Czech Chorus at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 600 East 26th Street in Bryan, Texas 77803. Following the 11:30 a.m. mass, dinner will be served at 1 p.m., and the dance begins at 1:30 p.m. with the Moravians at St. Joseph Catholic Church Parish Activity Center. Dinner/dance or dance only tickets are available for purchase. Dinner/dance ticket reservations must be made in advance by Sunday, October 7. For ticket costs/reservations, contact Jo Ann 979-224-4434 or Lynette at lurbanovsky@gmail.com. No reservations for dance only attendees are needed. Please come with your favorite dance partner, or just bring yourself to the Brazos Valley Czech Heritage Society polka mass/dinner/dance celebration! Jo Ann Zaeske Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station —SPJST—
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October 6 October 6 October 7 October 11 October 13 October 14 Oct. 16-17 October 20 October 20 October 20 October 20 October 20 October 21 October 21 October 21 October 27 October 28 October 28 Nov. 17 Nov. 18 Nov. 18
Number in ( ) denotes district location. Lodge 13, Dime Box hosts SPJST Float: Dime Box Black Bridge Festival (1) District Four Fall Fun Day First United Methodist Church, Abilene (4) Lodge 48, Beyersville Turkey Shoot (2) Lodge 141, Sealy hosts SPJST Float: Austin County Fair Parade, Bellville (1) Lodge 107, Floresville hosts SPJST Float: Floresville Peanut Festival Parade (7) District Six Fall Fun Day • Taiton Community Center (6) SPJST Supreme Lodge Meeting SPJST Home Office, Temple (2) SPJST Camp Day Workday at Camp Kubena (1) District Five Fall Fun Day • Lodge 88, Houston (5) Lodge 48, Beyersville Progressive 42 Tournament (2) Lodge 88, Houston: Czech Fest In The Heights (5) Lodge 88, Houston Halloween Party (5) District One Fall Fun Day • Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) District Seven Fall Fun Day Lodge 79, Corpus Christi (7) Lodge 133, San Antonio Thanksgiving Luncheon Good Shepherd Activity Center, San Antonio (7) Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club Halloween Party (7) District Three Fall Fun Day • Sokol Hall, Dallas (3) Lodge 202, Jourdanton Halloween Party (7) Lodge 142, Houston Youth Club hosts SPJST Float: Tomball Holiday Parade (5) Lodge 92, Fort Worth hosts SPJST Float: Fort Worth Parade of Lights (3) Lodge 154, Fort Worth hosts SPJST Float:
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wjyb Good Eats byjw Fresh Italian Prune Plum Dumplin Annie Michalsky Lodge 91, San Jacinto 1 1/2 cups sifted flour 1 teaspoon dry yeast 1 Tablespoon sugar 1 1/2 Tablespoons melted butter 1/2 cup milk 1 egg 15 prunes, washed and dry
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Heat the milk. Dissolve yeast in 2 Tablespoons of the milk. Place flour in a bowl; add sugar and half the remaining milk along with the slightly beaten egg, Mix well. Add the mixture and melted butter that is cooled; mix well. Slowly add enough milk so the dough is fairly stiff. Beat until smooth. Cover. Let rest for about 30 minutes.
Cut dough into 4 pieces. Roll 1 piece out to about 1/4 inch thick on a floured pastry cloth. A good 4-inch square will make 4 dumplins, 2x2”. Place plum in center and moisten edge of dough; seal. Fill a deep pot with a lid with at least 3 inches of water and bring to a simmer. Cook 8 minutes then turn over and cook for 7 minutes more, always with the fitted lid. Top with: Melt 1 stick of good butter in a heavy skillet. Add enough cream of wheat and cook to a golden brown - not too dark. Add enough sugar to your taste. Place a spoonful over your warm dumplin and enjoy. —SPJST— WANTED: Your Recipes! Please send your favorite recipe email: melaniez@spjst.com mail: SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie PO Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503
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= = = Fraternal News = = = State Fraternal Director shares October updates Fall Fun Days Underway District fall fun days are underway. Remember, these are fun events. Any business should be limited to emergency issues only. What a great time to meet fellow members in your district, renew old acquaintances, and make new ones! Dates for the fall fun days are:
800-727-7578 or sandrad@spjst.com. For more information about scholarships, contact Sandra Dubcak at 800.727.7578 or email Sandra at sandrad@spjst.com. You can also download the scholarship applications at www.spjst.org. Click on Benefits, Scholarships, then SPJST Scholarship/Grant Program. You will then find the pdf files to download.
100 Pennies Scholarship Drive Everyone spread the word! October 1 starts the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive to benefit the scholarship fund. Through your generous donations, SPJST has been able to continue to provide scholarships to members who wish to further their education. Donations of any amount will be accepted and added to the general scholarship fund that is maintained by the Home Office. No amount is too small or too large. The 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive will run through March 31, 2019.
Officer Elections The end of another year is rapidly approaching. Many lodges have had a very productive and successful year. This is the time of year when lodges across the state will be electing leaders for the coming year. Has your lodge moved forward? Has your lodge met all of its goals? Has your lodge completed all of its projects planned for the year in your community? Has your lodge set goals for 2019? Keeping this in mind may help you make choices on who you will elect to keep your lodge moving forward in the coming year. It is the duty of all members to provide the leaders of their lodge with suggestions, ideas, and assistance. When asked to assist with activities throughout the year, please help your lodge officers. Fraternalism works best when every member is involved in the process. While lodges are electing new officers, this would also be an excellent time to check the back pages of the Vestnik for your meeting date and time. Many lodges are not listed. This would be an excellent time to get the information listed. If any of this information has changed, please contact Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny at 800727-7578 and have her update your lodge information.
2019 Scholarship Applications 2019 scholarship applications are now available and must be submitted to the Fraternal Department by February 1, 2019. Please contact Sandra Dubcak at
Observing Czech Heritage Month October is Czech Heritage Month in Texas. That is something to consider if you are looking for an enjoyable theme for your October meeting. Here is an
District One - Sunday, October 21 Lodge 17, New Tabor. District Three - Sunday, October 28 Sokol Hall in Dallas hosted by Lodge 6, Cottonwood District Four - Saturday, October 6 First United Methodist Church, Abilene hosted by Lodge 229, Abilene District Five - Saturday, October 20 Lodge 88, Houston District Six - Sunday, October 14 Taiton Community Center hosted by Lodge 30, Taiton District Seven - Sunday, October 21 Lodge 79, Corpus Christi
idea: How about hosting a covered dish social at your October meeting with an emphasis on Czech food? Many good, traditional and modern recipes can be found in the SPJST Cookbooks. Czech Heritage “A concerted effort to preserve our heritage is a vital link to our cultural, educational, aesthetic, inspirational, and economic legacies - all of the things that quite literally make us who we are.” —Steve Berry Heritage Fest and Muziky Mark your calendars for Heritage Fest and Muziky. This event has been picking up steam in recent years and is a wonderful venue for families to enjoy. This year the date is set for Friday, October 19 and Saturday, October 20 at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange. Entertainment will be music, antique farm equipment, train rides for kids, arts and crafts, and much more. This will take place in the Czech Village around the museum. Celebrating Heritage Day In years’ past, regarding Czech Heritage Month, members have traveled to the State Fair of Texas in Dallas to partake in Heritage Day. This year, Celebrating Heritage Day will take place Sunday, October 28 at Dallas Sokol, located at 7448 Greenville Avenue in Dallas. Due to cost of tickets for the performers, the Heritage Day partnership had to make new arrangements for the festivities. What better place than Dallas Sokol! Opening ceremonies start at 11 a.m. and will finish at 6 p.m. SPJST will be hosting a kolache eating contest. There will be food, refreshments, dancers, parade of kroj, performances, Czech band, and dancing. More information about the event can be found in the lodge and Czech sections of this week’s Vestnik. Calendar of Events Please remember to mark your calendars for the 2019 SPJST State Tournaments. Again this year’s state
tournaments will be held at the SPJST Home Office, 520 North Main Street in Temple. Entry for the tournaments will be $10 for members and non-members. There will be Czech pastries in the morning, a catered meal for participants during the noon hour, fun, and fellowship. 2019 tournament dates are: State Progressive 42 Domino Tourney Saturday, January 12 State Tarok Tournament Saturday, February 2 State Straight Domino Tournament Saturday, March 2 State Regular 42 Domino Tournament Saturday, April 6 SPJST FAC Assistance We are here to help if you need assistance. Please feel free to call me or Tammy. Your District FAC is also available to assist you. State Fraternal Director Frank Horak 254-534-0681 or 800-727-7578 frankh@spjst.com Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez 800-727-7578 or 254-773-1575 tammym@spjst.com District One FAC Kyle Skrabanek 979-820-0531 District Two FAC Ruth Hanusch 254-771-0193 District Three FAC Vicki Sims 214-763-0341 District Four FAC Janeece Williams 806-632-5239 District Five FAC Clay Zapalac 281-750-2920 District Six FAC Helen Zabransky 361-798-3347 District Seven FAC James House 830-625-8262 Fraternally submitted, Frank Horak State Fraternal Director —SPJST—
Fun Days FELLOWSHIP AND FUN EVENTS FOR ALL DISTRICTS
OCTOBER IS CZECH HERITAGE MONTH
OFFICER ELECTIONS ARE APPROACHING
100 PENNIES SCHOLARSHIP DRIVE
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District Four Fall Fun Day Saturday, October 6 in Abilene Dear District Four Members, This year’s District Four Fall Fun Day will be hosted by Lodge 229, Abilene. It will be held on Saturday, October 6 at First United Methodist Church in Abilene, located at 202 Butternut. Registration will begin at 10:30 a.m. The contests for fall fun day will be needlework, pumpkin carving, and sewing. The needlework contest will include cross stitch, embroidery, knitting, and crocheting. Please bring your pumpkin already carved for the contest. The
sewing category will be garments, totes, or quilts. The fall fun day theme is Mardi Gras. Lodge 229, Abilene will host a costume contest. Dress up, or decorate a mask! Please RSVP by October 1 to either Janice 325-669-7904 or Debra 325-6601421. Fraternally, Janeece Williams District Four Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—
District Five members to enjoy CzechFest on Saturday, October 20 at Lodge 88 Dear Members, The District Five Fall Fun Day will be held in conjunction with CzechFest in the Heights! at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street in Houston from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, October 20, 2018. Admission for SPJST District Five members is free of charge for youth ages 18 and under; $4 for age 65 and over; and $7 for all others. Free sauerkraut and sausage will be served after 4 p.m. Six food trucks will also be present: pizza, Balls Out Burgers, Good Dog (special Czech hot dogs), Twill Treats Bakery, Rita’s Snow Cones, and Hausler’s Kolache Shop Kolaches. Music will include SPJST Lodge 88
Orchestra and Czech Chorus and Al Sulak and the Country Sounds playing indoors and Adrian’s Fault (classic rock, blues) will play outdoors. Many games will be available including scavenger hunt, washers, and horseshoes. The new Magnolia Brewery will be making special Czech Pilsner brew for the event. Come on out for a great time! Visit www.Lodge88.org for more information. Fraternally, Bradley Stavinoha District Five Director —SPJST—
District Six to celebrate Czech heritage at fall fun day Sunday, October 14 in Taiton Dear Members, The District Six Fall Family Fun Day will be Sunday, October 14, 2018, at Taiton Community Center in New Taiton, Texas. Lodge 30, Taiton will host the event. This year, our fall family fun day will be held in conjunction with the Wharton County Czech Heritage Society’s annual Dozinky to celebrate Czech Heritage Month. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. with opening ceremonies at 11:45 a.m. Lodge 30, Taiton youth will present the flags and also perform their first place State YAD winning group talent. A meal will be served at noon, and music will be provided beginning at 1
p.m. through the afternoon. We will not have a formal District Six business meeting. There will be no adult contests or door prizes. We do ask each lodge to provide two desserts. Activities for the afternoon’s enjoyment include music by the Czechoholics, a silent auction, Czech exhibits, and a country store. I hope to see you and yours at our annual fall fun day gathering as we all celebrate our Czech heritage! Fraternally, Elizabeth Holub District Six Secretary —SPJST—
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District Seven Family Fun Day Sunday, October 21 at Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Lodge 79, Corpus Christi will host the District Seven Family Fun Day on Sunday, October 21, 2018, at the lodge hall at 5502 Kostoryz Road in Corpus Christi, Texas 78415. Registration for the contests and door prizes is from 10 to 10:30 a.m. followed by a brief business meeting. Lodge 79 will provide a complimentary brunch and drinks. Each lodge is asked to bring its lodge banner for display. Lunch A barbecue beef and sausage plate will be served for $4. To order plates, members are asked to notify their lodge secretary by October 12. Donations Lodges are asked to bring a gift ($20 value) for the prize drawing to benefit the district and a door prize ($10 value), or lodges may prefer to mail a $30 check to District Seven Treasurer Sandra Hoggard, 14 Dallari Court, San Antonio, Texas 78216. Deadline to send a check is October 5. Lodges will be recognized for their donations. Members are asked to bring items for the silent auction to benefit the District Seven Youth Fund. The district is collecting old eyeglasses and cases and aluminum can tabs. These items may be brought to the district meeting. Contests Christmas Ornament (youth members only) The following contests will be held for members and non-members:
Bunco Dominoes (ages 16 and over) Cornhole (ages 16 and over) Quicks Breads (ages 16 and over) Quick breads must be made from scratch and on a disposable plate. Recipe must be submitted. Quick breads will be donated to the silent auction. Kolaches (ages 16 and over) - Kolaches must consist of only one type of filling: cream cheese, fruit, or poppy seed; no purchased fillings. Recipe for dough and filling must be submitted. Place 13 kolaches on a disposable plate. Kolaches will be donated to the silent auction. Needlework (ages 16 and over) - Entry must be made entirely by hand and must be made by the person entering. Needlework includes embroidery, crochet, knitting, needlepoint, and cross-stitch, and must be made during the past year. Youth Club Prize Drawing The District Seven Youth Club will be having a prize drawing at the meeting. Each youth club is asked to donate a prize. After lunch, the youth will have an organized activity. Your attendance and support at the District Seven Fall Fun Day will be appreciated. Fraternally, Wendy Pruski District Seven Secretary —SPJST—
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District Seven Fall Meeting Agenda Sunday, October 21, 2018 • Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Sokol Hall • 5502 Kostoryz Road • Corpus Christi, 78415 10 to 10:30 a.m. Registration for Contests and Door Prizes Complimentary refreshments provided by Lodge 79, Corpus Christi 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. District Meeting...........................................................District President Donnie Howard Posting of Colors/Pledge of Allegiance.......................................................District Youth Welcome......................................................................Lodge 79 President Mark Rebecek Roll Call of Officers and Lodges....................................District Secretary Wendy Pruski Brief Reports ..............................................Supreme Lodge Vice President Hiram Dixon District Director ................................................................................................Bob Bayer State Fraternal Director ..................................................................................Frank Horak Introduce District Royalty...................................District Youth Counselor April Howard Announcements Spring 2019 Meeting Host - Lodge to be selected at the meeting. 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dominoes, Bunco 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. Meal - Barbecue Plate with Beef and Sausage - $4 1 to 2:45 p.m. Cornhole Tournament; youth will have a planned activity 3 p.m. Contest Winners Announced Split-the-Pot, Silent Auction, District Youth Prize Drawing Door prizes will be given throughout the day. Adjourn. Please refer to accompanying article which notes ordering of plates, contests, etc. Fraternally, Wendy Pruski, District Seven Secretary —SPJST—
SPJST CAMP DAY set for
Saturday, October 20 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Camp Kubena needs you to help with some of its ongoing projects. Bring some work clothes (gloves, closed-toe shoes, etc.) and a good attitude. You are welcome to stay the nights of Friday, October 19 and Saturday, October 20. We will provide meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) on Saturday, October 20.
Please RSVP to Jeb@campkubena.com by October 8 if you can make it and if you will be spending either or both nights. This will let us know what projects we can plan for and gives us time to round up the supplies. Jeb Lapeyrolerie Executive Director Camp Kubena —SPJST—
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Lodge 4, Hallettsville members gather for annual family day Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville held its annual family day on Sunday, August 19, 2018, at St. Mary’s Parish Hall with a good attendance. Members and their guests started to arrive at 11 a.m. with Secretary-Treasurer Helen Zabransky and Evelyn Holy at the registration table then enjoying the social hour. At noon, President Joe Siptak welcomed everyone followed by the meal prayer by Pastor Mark Labaj. A delicious meal of barbecue chicken, sausage, and trimmings catered by Kolacny’s Barbecue, and a large variety of desserts brought by the members was enjoyed. Following the meal, President Joe Siptak led the Pledge of Allegiance and introduced officers and committees. Vice President/FAC Annie Vahalik welcomed guests State Fraternal Director Frank Horak, District Six Director Karen Kaspar, and our 2018 state scholarship recipient Justin Redding. Each one spoke to the members. A 50-year membership pin was presented to Shirley Kalmus who accepted it for her husband August Kalmus. Fiftyyear members not present were Joseph Jonietz, Sylvia June Jurena, Richard L. Koerth, Wanda Marie Mikush, Katherine R. Orsak, and Sharon S. Rogers. Seventy-five year members were Vivian A. Chudej, Anita Rosie Hagens, Evelyn M. Sklar, Leslie Woytek, Oscar Joe Woytek, Jr., and Josephine Annie Zapalac. Next Meeting—November 11 It was announced that we will meet on Sunday, November 11 at 3 p.m. at the chamber meeting room. Election of officers will be held, meeting dates set for next year, and committee reports will be
Email: vestnik@spjst.org presented. Lunch will be served, and door prizes will be given. Oldest member present was Hilmer Galetka - 89 years young. Youngest member was George Hargrove - four years old. FAC Annie Vahalik presented each with a big cookie on a stick. Door prizes from the lodge, SFD Horak, and our members were announced by FAC Annie assisted by former youth club members Holly Scott Hearn, Sarah Siptak, Elizabeth Vahalik Hargrove, James Svetlik, and Jonathan Vahalik. Lucky winners were Helen Zabransky, Elaine Woytek, Leon Grones, Braxton Hearn, Elizabeth Hargrove, Laddie Kurtz, Mary Schroeder, George Hargrove, Mark Labaj, Lillian Rabel, Alton Sevcik, Shirley Kalmus, Charles Kahanek, Sarah Siptak, Susan Siptak, Katie Redding, Susie Spaniel, Patsy Zabransky, Rita Kurtz, Allen Zak, Justin Redding, Gaye Galetka, Gayenell Chudej, and Glenn Balusek. Everyone then enjoyed visiting and playing bingo with the many prizes donated by the members. Many thanks to President Joe for calling bingo numbers and FAC Annie for working the tables. It was a lot of fun. Refreshments and desserts were enjoyed in the afternoon. Thank you to everyone for making the day a success. Make plans to attend the Sunday, November 11 meeting. Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 25, Ennis enjoy monthly meeting, supper Dear Readers, On Thursday, September 13, 2018, our monthly members supper was served at 6:30 p.m. Betty Macalik prepared a delicious beef goulash with diced carrots, cubed potatoes, tossed salad, Texas toast, and gravy. For dessert, warm peach cobbler was served with a heaping scoop of vanilla ice cream. In the absence of President Needham, the monthly lodge meeting was called to order shortly after 7 p.m. by Vice President Laure Krajca. Margaret Krajca led members in the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was held in memory of deceased members Geraldine Holubar and Eugenia Dlabaj. On the sick list was Rose Dlabaj who has been sick with pneumonia. Secretary Pat Fowler read the minutes from the August meeting. Betty Macalik then gave the treasury, financial, and bar reports. FAC Kay Lynn Kovar reported the upcoming District Three Fall Meeting will be Sunday, October 28. It will be hosted by Lodge 6, Cottonwood at Sokol Dallas. In the absence of Youth Leader Rita Holland, Betty reported that the youth had their monthly meeting on September 9 and that youth members Misty Dvorak and Aubrey Roberts represented District Three at Westfest. Sales Agent Margaret Krajca reported one new member - Kenley Madison Ryan. She also reported one new member is pending. Under old business, it was announced that the August 50/50 drawing was a huge success. This drawing will be held monthly in conjuction with the monthly
potluck and birthday celebrations. Vice President Laure Krajca thanked Charlie Jurcik for suggesting the drawing. Laure also reported that our participation in the Rotary Club flag program began with a display of four flags on Labor Day. The flags remained in place through September 11. The next flag display, through the program, will be in honor of Veterans Day. With no other business to discuss, September birthdays were announced. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Margaret Krajca and David Puente who were present. The meeting adjourned, and the social began with 23 members present. Next Meeting/Social—October 11 Please make plans to attend any of our future events. The next social opportunity and lodge meeting is Thursday, October 11 at 6:30 p.m. The members supper is at 7 p.m., and the monthly meeting with social will follow. We look forward to seeing you soon. Fraternally, Margaret Krajca, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 28 East Bernard to discuss selling property Dear Members of SPJST Lodge 28, East Bernard, The officers and members attending Lodge 28 meetings in recent months have discussed selling the property that is owned by Lodge 28, East Bernard. The dimensions of the property are 50 feet
wide and 100 feet deep — or 0.1148 acre. The lot is located on Leveridge Street. There is a 288 square-foot portable building on the property that would also be sold with the property. The lot has not been utilized by the lodge in numerous years and property maintenance is the reason for wanting to sell the property. The property would be listed for sale necessitating sealed bids from interested entities. In accordance with the Supreme Lodge operational procedures, a meeting will be held to discuss, consider, and vote on the proposed sale. This will be a key agenda item at the meeting of Lodge 28, East Bernard to be held on Sunday, October 28 at 2 p.m. at Wharton County Library, located at 746 Clubside Drive in East Bernard. In order to vote on this proposed transaction, it will be necessary for you to be in attendance at the meeting. The Supreme Lodge operational procedures does not allow absentee voting or voting by proxy. In the event the members vote to sell or not sell, this would be an opportune time to discuss the future of Lodge 28 in East Bernard. Thank you for your attention. Fraternally, Glenn Kaminsky, President —SPJST—
Lodge 29, Taylor prepares for cookoff On Wednesday, September 12, 2018, President Ronnie Rieger opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for our departed members and service personnel. Officer roll call showed Tammy Cannon and
Lodge 38, Kovar members celebrate birthdays Matt Holder, far left, celebrated his 16th birthday with his family. Matt is pictured with Grany Dorothy Lastovica, sister Elizabeth, and brother Ethan. They are all members of Lodge 38, Kovar.
Mike Girod absent. The August minutes were read and approved. Ronnie gave the treasurer’s report. Vice President Sharon Kaderka informed us of the Houston Slavic Heritage Festival on September 30. All 2019 SPJST state tournaments will be at the Home Office in Temple. 2019 SPJST scholarship applications are now available starting September 1 and must be submitted to the Fraternal Department by February
Lodge 25, Ennis welcomes new member Lodge 25, Ennis welcomes new member Kenley Madison Ryan. Kenley was born June 16, 2018, to Blake and Haley Ryan, and big sister Kalynn, of Waxahachie, Texas. Kenley’s grandparents are Laure Krajca and Greg Crow, Kris and Glen Dyer, Greg Green, and Lance Ryan. Her great-grandparents are Margaret and the late Johnnie I Krajca, Linda and the late Jimmy Marek, Sue and Fred Ramsey, and Marci Bustmante. Her great-great-grandmother is Elaine Umpleby. Kenley was born to a long line of outstanding SPJST contributors. Her late great-great-great-grandmother Annie Trojacek Martinek was instrumental in organizing the very first youth club in 1957. Kenley’s SPJST roots run even deeper, back to the beginning. In 1897, Kenley’s greatgreat-great-great-grandmother Frantiska Holub Zissa was an honored charter member of SPJST. Kenley’s family looks forward to raising her in the same customs, dedication, and traditions as her ancestors. Margaret Krajca Sales Agent —SPJST—
RIGHT PHOTO: Ethan Holder celebrated his seventh birthday with a Lego party. Family and friends had a wonderful day. Ethan is pictured with his grandmother, Grany Dorothy Lastovica. They are both members of Lodge 38, Kovar.
—Submitted by Dorothy Lastovica
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1, 2019. Sharon asked members to help sell tickets for our barbecue giveaway on September 29. Cristy Girod reported the youth club held a membership drive with a swim party. We have a new member - Braeden Raesz. The youth met on Monday, September 10 for their monthly meeting. The youth club will have a silent auction at the barbecue cookoff and appreciates any donations. Baked goods are always good items in the silent auction. Proceeds of this silent auction will go to sponsoring needy families at Christmas. Jesse Pospisil reported the property committee is still working on getting the new electrical system installed. Atmos needs to move the gas meter before the electrical system can be installed. Melde Electric will be installing more plugs in the hall. Albin Machu signed up new member Mark Anthony Pausewang. Jesse made a motion to accept the new member, and Sharon Beran seconded. The motion passed. Ronnie thanked everyone for the wonderful appreciation dinner we had for barbecue sponsors. He informed members that we will be filling cooker goodie bags on Wednesday, September 26 at 3 p.m. Anyone wanting to volunteer their time is appreciated. On Friday, September 28 and Saturday, September 29, we need volunteers to work during the cookoff. Fajitas on Wheels will be selling breakfast tacos on Saturday morning. Members celebrating birthdays are Ainsley Wiegand, Paul Pasemann, Daniel Pasemann and Matthew Pasemann, Anniversaries are celebrated by Cristy and Mike Girod, Ruby and Norris Schroeder, Harlan and Alisha Raesz, and Albin and Elaine Machu. Door prizes were donated by Ronnie and Lyn Rieger and Billy Eulenfeld.
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SPJST supports Food Bank of the Golden Crescent in Victoria
SPJST Lodge 32, Victoria presented a check for $300 to the Food Bank of the Golden Crescent in Victoria. The funds were contributed from District Six Director Karen Kaspar’s discretionary fund. Director Kaspar delivered the check to members of Lodge 32 at their quarterly meeting on August 9, 2018. The purpose of the director’s discretionary fund is to assist worthy local charitable ventures and to raise the profile of SPJST within the district. LEFT PHOTO: Director Kaspar presents the check to Lodge 32 President Mark Lester. RIGHT PHOTO: Food Bank of the Golden Crescent President/CEO Robin Cadle, second from left, accepts the check from Lodge 32 President Mark Lester, left, and Lodge 32 members Lois and Franklin Elles. President/CEO Cadle stated: “Thank you for making a dif-
ference in the lives of those who are facing hunger and food insecurity. Your gift is already being put to work assisting those in need, especially our children (those under 17) and seniors (those over 60) who make up 52 percent of those served. From all of us here at the Food Bank of the Golden Crescent and the agencies we serve, I want to say thank you for your continued support and generosity. You are helping us provide support to the 23,000-plus clients that are served every month in our 11-county service area, and we are grateful for your generosity and support for those in need in our community. Your contributions allow us to persistently work toward our mission of ‘helping heal the hurt of hunger.’ Our sincere thanks for your support throughout the years.”
Next month, Sharon Beran and Louren Karkoska volunteered to bring the door prizes. The meeting was then adjourned.
Lodge 48, Beyersville reschedules turkey shoot for October 7
Next Meeting—October 10 The next meeting will be Wednesday, October 10 at 6:30 p.m. Fraternally submitted, Linda Pospisil Secretary-Reporter —SPJST—
Due to the rain, Lodge 48, Beyersville has rescheduled its turkey shoot to Sunday, October 7, 2018 from 2 to 5 p.m. The event will be held at the lodge hall at 10450 FM 619 in Beyersville, Texas. Bring your shotguns - 12 gauge preferred, but 20 gauge allowed; shells will be provided. Shoot is for ages 16 and up and will be $5 per round. Prizes will be awarded to winners. For more information, contact Robert Leshikar 512-635-3021 or Bonnie Wolf 512-365-3733. Michelle Newsom, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 66, Waco members celebrate September birthdays Happy September birthdays to Lodge 66, Waco members Diana Engelke, left, and Hannah Galler (who is holding son Reid Michael Galler).
Lodge 48, Beyersville to host Progressive 42 Tournament Oct. 20 SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville will host a Progressive 42 Tournament on Saturday, October 20, 2018. Registration fee is $10 and includes a noon meal, snacks, and prizes. Please pre-register to help us determine the food needs. Play begins at 9:15
a.m. and should end around 4 p.m. A total of 15 games will be played. We especially invite SPJST members, but anyone over 16 is welcome to play. You do not need a partner as everyone will draw a number and be seated accordingly. We will use SPJST rules for 42 except where progressive 42 rotation is used. To pre-register, please contact Bobby Wuensche 281-352-3517; text 281-3527815; mail - 2451 County Road 405, Taylor, Texas 76574-5421; or email bobbyleewuensche@gmail.com; or contact Margie Faltesek 512-352-7282.
Fraternally, Bobby Wuensche —SPJST—
Lodge 66, Waco gives to Caritas The meeting of SPJST Lodge 66, Waco was called to order by President John Engelke on Monday, September 17, 2018. at Saint Paul’s Church at 6 p.m. with all officers present except Vice President Michael Galler and Secretary Dana McAdams. There were nine members present and three guests - Hannah Galler, Fiona Galler, and Reid Michael Galler. Members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and motto.
VĚSTNÍK Sister Diana received a thank you note from Saint Paul’s Church Choir for the donation of $100 made to the Choir. Entertainment Committee decided on serving sandwiches, chips, and dessert for the October 15 meeting. FAC Sister Diana read a letter from State Fraternal Director Frank Horak. She reminded members of the District Three Fall Fun Day to be held at Sokol Hall in Dallas. Bookkeeper Sister Diana Engelke gave the bookkeeping report. A donation of $100 will be made to Caritas for September. September birthdays were celebrated by Diana Engelke and Hannah Galler. Door prize winner was Mary Lou Urbanek. One hundred percent winner was Mary Lou Urbanek. The meeting adjourned at 7 p.m. Next Meeting—October 15 The next meeting of Lodge 66 will be held on Monday, October 15 at Saint Paul’s Church at 6 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 81, Needville welcomes new members The September 2018 meeting of SPJST Lodge 81, Needville was held on Sunday, the 16th. At 12 noon, a prayer of thanks was given. And everyone enjoyed a meal of barbecue provided by the lodge from the Damon Bazaar. Side dishes and desserts were provided by the members. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Emma Kujawa and her kitchen committee for getting everything ready for us. President Vincent Newman called the business meeting to order at 1:05 p.m. Emma Kujawa led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. We had a moment of silence for departed members Hayden Hummel, Arthur Miller, and Jerry Suchma. Our sympathy goes to their families and friends. All officers answered roll call except Special Funds Chairman Dan Natho. Added to the sick list is Rose Stavinoha. We hope you both feel better soon. Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall read her report, and it was approved as read. Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha read his report, and it was approved as read. Bradley Stavinoha read the income and expenses from Special Funds Chairman
Wednesday, October 3, 2018 Dan Natho. We agreed to leave the rest of his report until the next meeting. Under old business, we were informed that the parking lot striping was put on hold due to the recent rain we had. Under new business, we voted to accept new members Brittany Copes and Katherine Bilicek. We hope to see you soon. Under other business, President Vincent Newman announced a couple of festivals happening soon. Check the Vestnik for more information. He also announced the 2019 scholarship applications to be submitted to the Home Office in Temple. We also thanked Bradley Stavinoha for picking up the barbecue for us from the Damon Bazaar. Door prize winners were Emma Kujawa, Valentine Kusy, Darlene Langlot, and Willie Mae Kuykendall. Congratulations to all the winners! Next Meeting—October 21 For our next meeting on Sunday, Oc-
Lodge 84, Dallas welcomes new member Lodge 84, Dallas proudly welcomes Evelin Grace Kopecky to its membership. Evelin was born on June 26, 2016. She is the daughter of Aaron and Katalin Kopecky. Evelin has an older brother, Gabriel Kopecky. Evelin’s proud grandparents Jeri Ann and Richard Kopecky, Sr. are excited for her to join the SPJST family. As their sales agent, I want to thank the Kopecky family for believing in the SPJST fraternal organization. Fraternally, Lynda Novak, Sales Agent —SPJST—
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Lodge 84, Dallas members meet; enjoy svacina
Lodge 84, Dallas members are pictured at the monthly meeting on Sunday, September 16, 2018, at the home of Charles and Kathy Nemec. After the meeting, members enjoy svacina. The next Lodge 84 is Sunday, October 21 at 2:30 p.m. at 10707 Webster Terrace in Dallas. —Photo by Kathy Nemec
tober 21, it was decided to have fried chicken provided by the lodge. Members, please remember to bring a side dish and a dessert. See you at the next meeting! Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas reports on September meeting Dear Readers, Members of Lodge 84, Dallas met on Sunday, September 16, 2018, for the monthly meeting and svačina. The meeting was brought to order by Vice President Vicki Sims at 2:45 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Flag Bearer Lynda Novak with a moment of silence following for our departed members, troops serving overseas, the Fort Worth officer that was shot, and the victims of Hurricane Florence. Secretary Cherri Petr read correspondence and minutes from the August meeting which were approved by all after a few minor changes. Youth Leader Lynda Novak reported that the youth met earlier that day. She reminded the youth about Heritage Day and the District Three Fall Fun Day on Sunday, October 28 at Sokol Hall; 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive; “outer space” monthly youth theme; and the upcoming Make A Difference Day project. She also thanked everyone for their donation of socks for The Buckner Home which was the youth’s community service project.
Sister Lynda Novak reported that the Czech Culture Society is still taking advertisements for the Czech Heritage 100 Year Centennial Souvenir book. If you are interested in purchasing an ad, please contact Lynda at 972-948-4556 before the October 1 deadline. FAC Vicki Sims announced that Czech Heritage Day will be observed on Sunday, October 28, and she displayed a Czech Heritage Month proclamation from the Home Office. She also said that the SPJST is needing important dates for the 2019 calendar, and we need to start sending them in. Sunshine committee reported that thinking of you cards were sent to Sister Jeraldine Becan and Sister Martha Mahdak. We hope to see you soon! Old and new business was then discussed before the meeting was adjourned, and we enjoyed our afternoon svačina. Next Meeting—October 21 The next meeting will be Sunday, October 21 at 2:30 p.m. at the home of Charles and Kathy Nemec, 10707 Webster Terrace, Dallas, Texas 75229. Call 214-351-4214 for directions. We will be enjoying a svačina afterwards so please consider bringing a dessert to share if you are attending. Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 87, Temple focuses on new plans for hall, grounds Dear Members and Friends, The monthly meeting of Lodge 87, Temple was led by President Sidney Kacir on Sunday, September 16, 2018, at 2 p.m. Plans were discussed to make Lodge 87 more user friendly for SPJST members, their families, and invited guests including working on preparations for use of the game room for activities such as playing chess, dominoes, bridge/other card games, and checkers, etc., as well as making the creek side, outdoor sports, and barbecue pit areas available for use. If anyone has an outdoor barbecue pit and would like to donate it, Lodge 87 members would greatly appreciate the donation. Next Meeting—October 21 Our next monthly meeting will be Sunday, October 21 at 2 p.m. For more
VĚSTNÍK information, call 254-773-2363. Fraternally, Carolyn Greene, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 92, Fort Worth sets October activities Dear Members and Readers, Please join your 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, October 7—Randy and the 92nd Roadhouse band, country/western dance, 2 to 6 p.m. Admission $6. Tuesday, October 9—Ladies Circle meeting at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 9—Game night at Lodge 92 at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, October 10—Sportsmens Club, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.: Monthly meeting of hunting and fishing enthusiasts with speakers and prize drawings. Free and open to the public. Friday, October 12—Tanglefoot ballroom dance, 8 to 11 p.m. $10 members; $17 non-members Sunday, October 14—Lodge 92 monthly meeting 2 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 133 San Antonio plans October 21 luncheon Members of Lodge 133, San Antonio met Sunday, July 15, 2018. President Jarolyn Popp welcomed the members and visitors to the meeting. President Popp announced that Sophie Hull fell at her home in December and broke her hip. Sophie also suffered a minor heart attack. She is presently living at TruCare Living Center which is in Selma, Texas. President Popp visited Sophie before coming to the meeting. Sophie was happy to see someone from SPJST. She sent her greetings to the members. The officers of Lodge 133, San Antonio will host our Thanksgiving luncheon on Sunday, October 21 at Good Shepherd Activity Center, located at 1630 Goliad Road in San Antonio. A turkey lunch with all the trimmings and dessert will be served. Registration will begin at 12 noon. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m.
Lodge 84, Dallas; 130, Dallas Members Tour Czech Republic, Poland
LEFT PHOTO: Laddie and Helen Gajdica, left, of Lodge 84, Dallas are pictured with their daughter Diane Deily at Vltava River in Prague, Czech Republic. CENTER PHOTO: Near Karlov and Olesnice, Czech Republic, are, from left, Laddie and Helen Gajdica of Lodge 84, Dallas, Helen’s
niece Vicky Castleman and husband John. RIGHT PHOTO: Left to right are John Castleman; Helen and Laddie Gajdica of Lodge 84, Dallas; Mary and Keith Archer; Charline Pollard and Margie Gunter, both of Lodge 130, Dallas; Diane Deily; and Vicky Castleman.
LEFT PHOTO: A television station reporter interviews Helen Gajdica at Frenstat City Council, which hosted a reception for the tour group. Helen was interviewed by three television stations. Looking on is Helen’s husband Laddie. Both are members of Lodge 84, Dallas. CENTER PHOTO: Pictured along the Wisla River - Ustron, Poland, where
Laddie’s father was born are, left to right, Margie Gunter of Lodge 130, Dallas; Mary Archer, Helen and Laddie Gajdica, both of Lodge 84, Dallas; and Charline Pollard of Lodge 130, Dallas. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 84, Dallas member Laddie Gajdica and his niece Margie, taken after wine-tasting near Telč, Czech Republic.
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Come out and enjoy a good lunch, and spend time visiting your friends. A short meeting will follow. We will make plans for our Christmas party. Attendance prizes were won by Kelsey Trinidad, Rick Uribe, and Vicki Reese. Split-the-pot was shared by Ken and Vicki Reese.
If you know an SPJST member who is a high school senior or college undergraduate, please let them know that SPJST Scholarship applications are available now through January 2019. Applications and all required information must be submitted to the Fraternal Department by February 1, 2019. Applications are available online at
www.spjst.org or can be requested from the SPJST Home Office Fraternal Department at 800-727-7578. Birthday greetings were extended to Vicki Reese and Aiden Trinidad. Jarolyn Popp President —SPJST—
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Lodge 151, Wharton hosts memorial service SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton held its quarterly meeting and memorial service on Monday, September 10, 2018, at Wharton Depot Museum. A light meal
Lodge 151, Wharton honors deceased members with memorial service Monday, September 10, 2018 • Wharton Depot Museum • Photos by Janie Bucek and Carolina Covarrubia
LEFT PHOTO: Carolyn Pavlicek lights a candle in memory of her cousin Diann Gail Sabrsula. PHOTO 2: Larry Grigar lights a candle in memory of his father Leroy Grigar, Sr. PHOTO 3: Ruth Sabrsula lights a candle in memory of her husband Alfred Martin Matula. PHOTO 4: Gerald Macha
lit a candle in memory of his friend Gladys Elaine Holly and shared his remembrances of her. RIGHT PHOTO: David Bucek lights a candle in memory of Casey Russell Matula. He also lit candles in memory of Joyce M. Randolph, Timmy E. Naiser, and Henry J. Kubosh.
LEFT PHOTO: Carolyn Pavlicek lights a candle in memory of her father’s cousin Edmund “Ed” Sabrsula. PHOTO 2: David Bucek lights a candle in memory of Casey Russell Matula. He also lit candles in memory of Joyce M. Randolph, Timmy E. Naiser, and Henry J. Kubosh. PHOTO 3: James “Jimmy” Vasek lights a candle in memory of
his friend Robert E. Kallas. PHOTO 4: Members of the family of Leroy Grigar, Sr. attending the memorial service are Susan and Larry Grigar. RIGHT PHOTO: Members of Alfred Martin Sabrsula’s family attending the memorial service are Carolyn Pavlicek, left, and Ruth Sabrsula.
LEFT PHOTO: Twink Harrison Potts, left, and Lorie Harrison Sawyer, right, share their remembrances of their father William Alexander “Willie” Harrison. Looking on is Edith Molberg. CENTER PHOTO: Members of William Alexander “Willie” Harrison's family are, left to right, Twink Har-
rison Potts, Pat Potts, and Lorie Harrison Sawyer. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 151, Wharton recognized birthday honorees for July, August, and September at their quarterly meeting. Left to right are Frances Macha, Pat Potts, and Larry Grigar.
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was served at 6:30 p.m. to nine members and five guests. President Macha called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was held for our departed members. The roll was called, and all of our officers were present except First Vice President Charles Bucek who had an excused absence. Our special guests were welcomed by President Macha. They were Larry Grigar, Susan Grigar, Lorie Harrison Sawyer, Twink Harrison Potts, Pat Potts, Ruth Sabrsula, Carolyn Pavlicek, and SPJST District Six Regional General Agent Carolina Covarrubia. President Macha then recessed the meeting. A memorial service was held for departed Lodge 151 members Diann Gail Sabrsula, Joyce M. Randolph, Timmie E. Naiser, Henry J. Kubosh, Leroy Grigar, Sr., Alfred Martin Sabrsula, Gladys Elaine Holly, William Alexander “Willie” Harrison, Casey Russell Matula, Edmund “Ed” Sabrsula, Herman Ray Pilgrim, and Robert E. Kallas. Edith Molberg conducted the memorial service. A candle was lit for each departed member. Family and lodge members shared their remembrances of each departed member. Birthday honorees for the months of July, August, and September were Larry Grigar, Frances Macha, and Pat Potts. Each received a gift from the lodge. Names for door prizes were drawn. President Macha resumed the meeting at 7:50 p.m. The June minutes and treasurer’s report were passed out to the members. After they had been reviewed, David Bucek made a motion to accept them. James Vasek seconded the motion. Motion passed. Janie Bucek reported three death claims had been paid. She then an-
VĚSTNÍK nounced the District Six Fall Fun Day will be held on Sunday, October 14 at Taiton Community Center in New Taiton. Lodge 30, Taiton will host the event. This year our fall fun day will be held in conjunction with Wharton County Czech Heritage Society’s annual Dozinky Czech Harvest Festival. David Bucek gave the cemetery report. He reported the limestone road still has not been put in the SPJST Velehrad Cemetery. He also said the granite Velehrad Cemetery sign fell over and broke into two pieces. The black soil in the cemetery and drought caused the cemetery sign to topple over. Edith Molberg gave a report about speaker and author Peter Vodenka’s program at Taiton Community Center on Monday, July 23. Wharton County Czech Heritage members furnished the refreshments. This event had the second highest attendance in the state. We did not have any old business. Under new business, David Bucek made a motion to donate $100 to S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Center, Needville’s Christmas activity fund: $100 to S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Center, Hillje’s Christmas activity fund: and $100 to Share in Wharton. Carolyn Bucek seconded the motion. Motion passed. Christmas Social—December 11 David Bucek also made a motion to change the date of our December meeting and Christmas social from the second Monday to the second Tuesday in December. James Vasek seconded the motion. Motion passed. Our December meeting and Christmas social will be held on Tuesday, December 11. Carolina Covarrubia introduced herself as the new SPJST District Six Regional General Agent. She acquired this
position in July. Carolina gave us a brief history of herself. She informed us she would be attending our lodge meetings and encouraged us to contact her if we needed help with anything. President Macha adjourned the meeting at 8:17 p.m. Fraternally, Janie Bucek, Secretary/FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 187 Round Rock members learn about kolaches We started the Lodge 187, Round Rock meeting with a shout-out to Greg McCarthy for a speedy recovery at home since he just got out of the Heart Hospital of Austin. Speedy recovery, prayers, and good vibes are also sent to our little one Kember Meyers who is in the hospital with pneumonia. Our discussions included talking about our lodge’s financial stabilities and upcoming expenses and income. We learned and talked about the local construction that is going on around the lodge. We discussed having a lodge outing maybe sometime this upcoming year. Be thinking about places fun to go for all. Carla Krenek did a great entertainment segment and talked about the Czech food culture - kolaches. She gave a great story about how it all started way back in the 1700s and all the festivals that use them. Carla also granted us all with several kolaches to taste. Thanks bunches because it was so very yummy! We ended with a mouth-watering potluck and tasty sweets. September birthday wishes go to
Lodge 155, Austin shares September meeting scenes
LEFT PHOTO: Members attending the September 15, 2018, meeting of Lodge 155, Austin were, left to right, Ginny Prasatik, Albert Klinkovsky, Jean Motl, Joe Motl, and Marianna Wood. Ginny and Albert are cele-
Congratulations, Travis & Hillary Brack!
brating September birthdays. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 155 President Albert Klinkovsky, left, visits with District Two Regional General Agent Chris Waggoner. —Submitted by Jean Motl, Reporter
Lodge 155, Austin member Travis Brack was married to Hillary Freeman in Boerne, Texas, on Saturday, September 8, 2018. Travis is the grandson of Joe and Jean Motl, who are longtime members of Lodge 155.
Madison Long, Ciara Meyer, Shawn Oman, Johnnie Haak, Rubie Volek, Amy Rohlack, Janelle Cleveland, Marshall Oman, Lauren Ischy, Carlye Mabry, Todd Keltgen, Carolyn Hardin, Carl Krueger, Kenith Bartz, Mark Oman, Shannon Kasper, Patrick Johnson, Gerry Tucker, Rose Mary Franzen, and Dawn Layssard. Next Meeting—October 14 We will be playing bingo in October. Our next gathering will be on Sunday, October 14. Please bring a $1 gift if playing bingo with us. See you all soon! Blessings to all, Jennifer McCarthy, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 202 Jourdanton youth honor grandparents Lodge 202, Jourdanton met Sunday, September 9, 2018, at Jourdanton Community Center with 30 members and guests present. President James House welcomed everyone. Flag Bearer Jenna Fair posted the colors and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Silence was observed for deceased members and in honor of the armed forces. Lodge voted to donate $100 and Director Bob Bayer donated $250 from his discretionary fund to Atascosa County Fair Association. The District Seven Family Fun Day will be Sunday, October 21, hosted by Lodge 79, Corpus Christi. Vice President Sharon LaGrange noted that today is Grandparents Day. October is Czech Heritage Month. Youth Leader Regina House announced the youth club members will be assisting First Baptist Church in Jourdanton with distributing food from the church’s food bank. Mary Ann Barta received Evan Barta’s 75-year SPJST pin (posthumously). Door prize winners were Regina House, Lavona Dworaczyk, Ryanne Popham, and Adam Poppe. The meeting adjourned. Kelly House gave the table prayer. In observance of Grandparents Day, a Czech meal was prepared and served by the youth club. A birthday card was signed for Rosie Barta for her 91st birthday. Next Meeting—October 7 Lodge 202 will meet Sunday, October 7 at 2 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST—
Ennis Sewing Circle Ennis Sewing Circle met on Thursday, September 13, 2018, at Sokol Club Room. We had 23 members and three guests - Nina Walker, Philisee Downing, and Sylvia Hester. I think they all joined our Circle, and we all are happy to have you. We quilted a pretty quilt for Sandy Pochobradsky. At noon, President Irene led us in grace, and we all enjoyed a delicious lunch. After lunch and clean up,
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Robert and Patricia Sill celebrate 50 years of marriage Robert and Patricia Sill celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Thursday, July 12, 2018. They were honored with a luncheon at an Italian restaurant with many good friends and retired co-workers enjoying good food and wines in the afternoon. Later that evening, they Robert and Patricia Sill with daughter Shelby, left, all of Lodge 183, Arlington were honored by their daughter The couple was married in Dallas Shelby Sill and a best friend Rita Mardis with a celebration at a steak- on July 12, 1968. Daughter Shelby K. house. Relatives were in attendance as Sill was born and joined a sister, the well as more good friends, and food late Kelley Ratcliffe. A half-brother also visited the family. While Robert and drinks were enjoyed. On the morning of July 17, the cou- was attending the University of Texas ple flew to Boston, Massachusetts. The at Arlington, a move was made to Arnext day, they embarked on a cruise lington where the couple has resided that for 38 days followed the trail of since 1971. Robert has been an SPJST lifetime Viking history. The cruise stopped in Canada, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, member having recently received his Holland, Ireland, Scotland, and re- 75-year pin. Patricia, Kelley, and turned to Boston, stopping again in Ice- Shelby joined SPJST in 1978. They land, Greenland, Canada, and have all been active members since terminated in Boston. The cruise was Lodge 183, Arlington was chartered. Congratulations to Robert and Patriinteresting historically with beautiful fjords and ice-covered mountains to cia on their golden anniversary, and photograph, but it was cold. From best wishes for many more years of Boston, the couple flew home to rela- marriage! —SPJST— tives, friends, and the warmth of Texas. President Irene called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was held for Geri Holubec. The “Our Father” was recited for Geri and all our sick members. Secretary Dee read the minutes of the last meeting, and Treasurer Dolores gave the treasurer’s report. Both were approved as read. Vice President Ginny read a thank you note from the family of Mildred Trlica for our donation in memory of Mildred. It was donated back to our Circle. Sunshine Lady Dorothy had a sympathy card for all to sign for the family of Mildred Trlica, a sympathy card to Joyce Ehrenberger for the loss of her husband Joe, and a cheer-me-up card for Dolores Vrana. President Irene brought several extra Ennis Now magazines for members who don’t receive one in the mail. The mag-
azine included an article on the Sewing Circle and a picture of our Circle. It was really nice! Dorothy Prachyl announced September birthday celebrants - Marie Hejny, Lillie Macalik, Mary Nell Sladeck, and Libbie Vrla. “Happy Birthday” was sung to all four. President Irene introduced new members - Nina, Philisee, and Sylvia. We are happy to have you all. We hope you enjoy our Circle as much as we do. President Irene and Ann Clagett showed and discussed various quilt tops, and how they are made and how to sew on the back of the quilt. Someone asked Ann Clagett how long she had been making quilts and how many she has made. Ann joined our Circle in 2008, and that is when we started making quilts. In 2016, Ann had already made 99 quilts. Some were baby quilts; but just the same, they were
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quilts. That is great, Ann! Thanks went out to Lil Kosarek who donated napkins for the kitchen. Thanks also to Libbie Vrla who purchased many items for the kitchen at Sam’s. We’re glad you brought the receipt as it was a long one. The 50-50 winner was Secretary Dee Anderson. We’re happy for you. Sandy Pochobradsky talked about her three-week vacation that she took with three others or maybe it was two other friends. One was Sandy’s sister-inlaw - who did all the driving. Sandy was the photographer. They went to Washington, salt mines in Kansas, and Yellow Stone National Park. It sounded as if they had a great time. Now, that they are home, Sandy is going to have knee surgery on November 13. Let’s all keep her in our thoughts and prayers and that she has a speedy recovery. Dorothy Prachyl talked about her grandson Andrew Cole studying in Prague till December. He is studying business, finance, and Czech language. I can see why Dorothy is proud of him. President Irene thanked all for coming, for quilting, and the delicious lunch. Everyone, remember the next meeting will be Thursday, October 11. We will quilt, and have lunch and a meeting. Take care everyone. See you next month. Georgie Morales, Reporter —SPJST—
★ ★ Reunions ★ ★ Reunion notices are published at no charge and as a benefit to SPJST members. First-run announcements may be edited to fit the space. Thereafter, until the week prior to the reunion date - as space permits notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Please include your SPJST lodge number/name, and your contact phone number. Thank you. October 7 Zavodny family—at Seaton Community Center on Highway 53, east of Temple in Seaton. For information, contact the following reunion committee members David and Melanie Zavodny Nauert (invitations) 254-534-0807 or melaniez@usa.com; Leon and Vallie Zavodny (hall rental) 254-983-3530; Theresa Zavodny (caterer) 817-975-9667 or tazavodny@gmail.com; Elden and Becky Zavodny (decorations, paper goods) 254-721-7435 or bzavodny88 @yahoo.com; Charles and Retta Chandler (registration, set-up) 972-223-9361 or rettachan@sbcglobal.net; Carroll and
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Faye Hudson (ice) 254-709-1835 or cfshudson3@aol.com; and Susan Chandler and Grace Anne Wilhelm (gifts) 817-919-9095 or susan.chandler.tx @gmail.com. Submitted by Melanie Zavodny, Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point. October 13 Descendants of Joe J. Sebek and Frances Koslovsky Sebek—at Ocker Brethren Church in Zabcikville. For information, call David or Lisa Sebek at 254-985-2578 or 254-913-0732. Submitted by David and Lisa Sebek, Lodge 24, Cyclone. October 14 Descendants of F. J. Spacek I (Fayetteville), Jan Spacek (Warrenton), and Josef Spacek (La Grange)—at SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville. For information, call 713-688-3932. Submitted by Kaye Wall, Lodge 1, Fayetteville. October 27 Michulka family: Descendants of Josef Michulka—at Riverside Hall, East Bernard. For information, contact President Donnie Kelner 979-3989546; Vice President Louis Petrosky 281-389-4433; Secretary Lorriane Chumchal 979-335-6150; or Treasurer Joey Pitman 281-236-7632. Submitted by Helen Kelner, Lodge 28, East Bernard.
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Volcik-Kovar-Prcin families The 36th annual Volcik-Kovar-Prcin reunion is Saturday October 6, 2018, at Granger Brethren Church Fellowship Hall. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. Please bring a meat, vegetable, and/or dessert. Also bring some items for the afternoon auction. Elaine Machu Lodge 29, Taylor •••
Swiss Alp-Washington Country School Swiss-Alp-Washington Country School Reunion will be held Thursday, October 11, 2018, at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant, Highway 77 and I-10, Schulenburg, Texas. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. The meal will be served at 12 noon. You may choose either from the menu or go through the buffet. A short meeting will be held after lunch. Hopefully, we have reached everyone, but there is always the possi-
VĚSTNÍK bility that someone was missed. Help us by spreading the word about the reunion. If you know of someone in your family or friends that attended either school, please be sure and tell them. For more information and to let us know you will be coming so we can give Robert at Oakridge an estimated count, please contact Carolyn Graeter Tobola at 979-247-4168/cmtobola@cvctx.com or Johnelle Graeter Minzenmeyer-Miksch at 979- 247-4436/dmiksch@cvctx.com. We look forward to seeing everyone!! Carolyn M. Tobola Lodge 8, Weimar •••
Kallus family Descendants of Alois and Theresa (Migl) Kallus will meet Saturday, October 13, 2018, at St. Mary’s near Hallettsville. Registration begins at 11 a.m. with lunch served at noon. Each family is asked to bring meat, sides, and desserts. Drinks are furnished. Please bring items for a silent auction, as well as games and photos to share. For more information, call Dawn Orsak at 512-825-2249 or Betty (Kallus) Orsak at 281-392-6736. Dawn Orsak Lodge 187, Round Rock •••
Luksa family Dear Family, We hope you are all doing well. It’s that time again - time for the Luksa family reunion. Tell your family, and mark your calendars for Saturday, October 20, 2018, at the Old Store in Westphalia, 712 Highway 320, Westphalia, Texas 76570 (east of Temple). Registration begins at 11 a.m., and lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. A short business meeting begins at 1:30 p.m. with the following - 2019 Luksa Reunion Committee named, memorial service, and silent auction winners announced. Come early, stay late, and have fun! Bring games, dominoes, photos, memories, and auction items. We will be having a covered dish meal. Please bring your favorite dishes to share. Bread, tea, water, plates, cups, plasticware, and napkins will be furnished. To help cover reunion expenses, we will have a silent auction. Donations of homemade items are welcome, for example, canned goods - pickles, jellies, etc. baked goods, and handmade craft/decor items. All donations of items for the
silent auction are greatly appreciated. If you know of a family member who has passed away in the past three years since October 2015 - please let us know so that we can honor them during the memorial service. See contact information below. The mailing list may not be complete or updated so we may have missed someone. Please check with your family and share this information. Spread the word! If for some reason you are unable to attend, but know of information that the Luksa descendants would find interesting, please let us know, and we will share with the families at the reunion. We hope everyone is able to attend and share this time of fellowship with family that we may not get to see very often. We look forward to seeing you all! For information, contact the following 2018 committee members: James and Susan (Machalek) Marek 512-352-6165 or via email marek1304@hotmail.com; Jason and Gail (Machalek) Gilstrap 254913-7835; or Steve and Ginger Sodek 254-228-6835. Bill Machalek Lodge 87, Temple •••
Vitek-Pechal families The Vitek-Pechal families reunion will be held at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall, 10842 State Highway 53, Seaton, Texas on Sunday, October 21, 2018. Please RSVP by Saturday, October 6 for the meal. Hall opens at 10:30 a.m. Meal will be served at 12:30 p.m. Meal provided by Ratibor Country Grill will include grilled chicken, sausage, loaded potatoes, green beans, rolls, and tea. Please bring a dessert. Suggested donation for the meal is $10 per person.
Please bring two or more recipes for a family cookbook to be sold at the 2019 reunion. We will be have a prize drawing with themed baskets - five tickets for $20 or $5 per ticket; 50/50 prize drawing - six tickets for $5 or $1 per ticket. Corn hole toss will be provided, and other games are welcome! Reunion Committee - Raymond and Levina Pechal grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. RSVP and send recipes to Donna (Pechal) Montalbo: Vitek.PechalReunion@gmail.com. Please share this information and encourage your family members to attend! Donna Montalbo Lodge 24, Cyclone —SPJST—
After A Rain by d.knape The sound of rain the sweetness left after it lovingly falls you can almost taste it in the air fresh renewed like a perfume it saturates the senses it rolls off the land and you wake up to birds singing plants sighing in joy all is well made right again after a rain. —SPJST—
Lodge 187, Round Rock members learn about kolaches at September meeting
LEFT PHOTO: Carla Krenek is pictured with kolaches, Czech food culture. ABOVE PHOTO: Kolaches: cream cheese, apple, peach, strawberry, and apricot.
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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 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.
State Fraternal Director shares October updates Thank you to all seven District Youth Counselors for attending the fall DYC meeting held in Bryan, Texas. Thank you, Sharon, for being a gracious hostess to all of us. This is a time when the DYCs get together to review the last youth year. They discuss what worked and what may need some improvements. This is also a time to plan for the upcoming year and
share ideas. This group of ladies care about the SPJST Youth Program and the lives they touch. Be sure and thank your DYC and their assistants for their dedication to the youth of SPJST. The 2018-2019 youth theme will be “Diving In Deep with SPJST.” Youth can start planning their tee-shirt designs and royalty speeches as soon as they read this! Please mark your calendars for the 2019 Youth Leaders Workshop and chaperone training at Camp Kubena. We are combining Youth Leaders Workshop and
District Youth Counselors meet in Bryan
chaperone training in one weekend. This will give the chaperones a choice of coming the entire weekend or just Saturday evening and spending the night at camp, with hands-on training on Sunday morning. You will also find the 2019 SPJST Summer Camp dates. We will need physically active adult chaperones as well. Please check the dates and start planning today: Youth Leaders Workshop Friday, March 22 and Saturday, March 23, 2019 Camp Kubena, Ledbetter Camp Chaperone Training Saturday, March 23 and Sunday, March 24, 2019 Camp Kubena, Ledbetter Teen Camp (Leaders-In-Training) Saturday, June 15 to Wednesday, June 19, 2019 SPJST Camp - Session One Districts Three/Four/Five/Seven Wednesday, June 19 to Sunday, June 23, 2019 SPJST Camp - Session Two Districts One/Two/Six Tuesday, July 17 to Saturday, July 21, 2019 In 2019, we will be taking the first camping session and turning the fiveday, four-night camp into a teen camp. This means, this year, if you are 13 to 18 years old, you will be attending teen camp. You will still apply for LIT training. LIT training program will be part of
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the teen camp. This will allow all to have more time for fun activities and training as well. I will have more information in the coming weeks through emails and the Vestnik. November Vestnik Project The November Vestnik Project is about daylight saving time. Youth leaders are encouraged to talk to youth about daylight savings. Have the youth play the daylight saving time board game provided in the October packet. “Out of This World” Membership Drive There are only three months to go in the 2018 membership drive. There’s still time for youth club members to make new member referrals and have them count towards your club’s 2018 youth application quota. Your youth club quotas can be found in the back of your 2018-2019 Youth Club Handbook. Youth leaders, please remember this is a way to make extra money for your youth club and yourself. If you have any questions regarding the incentive programs, please feel free to give me a call at 254-5340681. Czech Heritage Month All youth clubs are encouraged to observe - and celebrate - Czech Heritage Month at their October meeting. Since 1999, October has annually been observed as Czech Heritage Month in Texas to commemorate the contributions of Texans or Czech ancestry. 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive The 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund
District One Youth ride in Burleson County Fair Parade
District Youth Counselors met Friday evening, September 21 to Saturday, September 22, 2018, in Bryan, Texas, for their annual fall meeting to discuss all aspects of the SPJST Youth Program and plan for 2019. Seated in front, left to right, are Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez, District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky, District Seven Youth Counselor April Howard, and District Six Youth Counselor Lisa Bubela. BACK: SPJST President Brian Vanicek, District Three Youth Counselor Mary Steinman, District One Youth Counselor Sharon Russell, District Four Youth Counselor Pam Lehmann, District Five Youth Counselor Barbara Linney-Gonzales, State Fraternal Director Frank Horak, and District One Director Donnie Victorick.
Clad in rain gear in an effort to stay dry, District One youth are pictured on the SPJST Float in the Burleson County Fair Parade in Caldwell on Saturday, September 22, 2018.
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District One Youth Participate in Kolache Festival in Caldwell
On Saturday, September 8, 2018, District One was well represented at the annual Kolache Festival in Caldwell, Texas. District One King Tabor Dowell and Duke Bailen Kocurek, both of Lodge 17, New Tabor, were introduced as well as State Queen Grace Lewis and Duchess Dakota Kienow, both of Lodge 9, Snook. Four circles of beseda dancers performed made up of youth from Lodges 9, Snook and 17, New Tabor. LEFT PHOTO: Intro-
duction of, left to right, District One Duke Bailen, District One King Tabor, State/District One Duchess Dakota and State/District One Queen Grace. CENTER PHOTO: District One Beseda Dancers. RIGHT PHOTO: Macy Narro of Lodge 17, New Tabor sings the American and Czech National Anthems at the Kolache Festival opening ceremonies. —Submitted by Holly Narro, Assistant District One Youth Counselor
Drive began October 1. All youth club members who donate $2 or more will receive two merit points. Youth club members who donate $5 or more will receive a certificate acknowledging their gift. This is such an easy way to earn merit points while making a difference in the future of our young members.
District Four Fall Fun Day this Sat. Oct. 6 in Abilene
Make a Difference Day Make a Difference Day is October 27. Young and old, individuals, and groups can carry out a volunteer project for the homeless or as personal as spending an afternoon helping an elderly neighbor or relative. For more detailed information, visit http://www.pointsoflight.org/makea-difference-day. All members who participate will earn two points in the merit point system. Christmas Ornament Contest Time It is Christmas ornament contest time! The Christmas ornament contest will be held at your fall district fun day. District fall fun day dates are: District One - Sunday, October 21 Lodge 17, New Tabor. District Three - Sunday, October 28 Sokol Hall in Dallas hosted by Lodge 6, Cottonwood District Four - Saturday, October 6 First United Methodist Church, Abilene hosted by Lodge 229, Abilene District Five - Saturday, October 20 Lodge 88, Houston District Six - Sunday, October 14 Taiton Community Center hosted by Lodge 30, Taiton District Seven - Sunday, October 21 Lodge 79, Corpus Christi The four winning ornaments from
each district will be sent to the SPJST Home Office in Temple where they will be displayed on the SPJST Youth Christmas Tree. Christmas ornament contest rules appear on page 37 of the current SPJST Youth Club Handbook. See the online version of the handbook at https://spjst.org/programs/youth-programs/#0. Fraternally, Frank Horak State Fraternal Director —SPJST—
District Two Lock-In set for Friday, Oct. 12 Dear Members, Plan to join all your SPJST friends and your invited guests on Friday night, October 12 from 7 to 11:30 p.m. at Temple’s Wilson Park Recreation Center. The address is 2205 Curtis B Elliott Drive, just off East Adams. The gym is very nice and will be set up for volleyball and basketball. Pool, table tennis, and several other games are set up in a nice glassed-in area. There will be games, relays, music, sports activities, food, prizes, and of course, being able to hang out with friends. I ask that no electronic devices and cell phones be used at the event. Anyone arriving after 8 p.m. is asked to please let me know prior to Friday evening, as the facility will be locked. Pizza, drinks and snacks will be furnished. All you need to bring is a smiling face and be prepared for a lot of fun! See next week’s Vestnik for more info. Fraternally, Patsy, Cristy, and Amber —SPJST—
District Four Fall Fun Day will be this Saturday, October 6, 2018. We will meet at First United Methodist Church, 202 Butternut in Abilene. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. The youth will have a Christmas ornament contest. Please let me know how many youth will be attending. I need a count for the contest and for the craft they will do that day. Lodge 229, Abilene is hosting a costume contest. The theme is Mardi Gras. you can either dress up or decorate a mask. We hope to see all the youth there! Pam Lehmann District Four Youth Counselor 806-535-8356 —SPJST—
District Six Fall Fun Day Sunday, Oct. 14 in Taiton District Six Youth Leaders and Youth, We are getting excited for the upcoming District Six Fall Fun Day. This year, we will have our fun day in conjunction with Wharton County Czech Heritage Society Dozinky to celebrate Czech Heritage Month. This event will take place at Taiton Community Center on Sunday, October 14, 2018. Doors will be open at 10:30 a.m. Registration for the youth ornament contest will be from 11 to 11:30 a.m. Opening ceremonies will be at 11:45 a.m. Lodge 30, Taiton will present the flags and perform their winning State YAD group talent. We will not be having youth lodge
District Two Queen attends annual walk with great-grandmother
2018-2019 District Two Queen Brooke Newsom of Lodge 48, Beyersville attended an annual walk with her great-grandmother MaryAnn Urbanek at Will-O-Bell nursing home in Bartlett.
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raffles, adult contests, or door prizes. I do ask that each lodge provide two desserts. I will be presenting awards for the youth contest during the first band’s intermission. Activities include music by Czechoholics, silent auction, Czech exhibits, and country store. I look forward to seeing everyone there. Fraternally, Lisa Bubela District Six Youth Counselor —SPJST—
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Lodge 30, Taiton youth wins State YAD awards Lodge 13, Dime Box Youth Club sets October 13 Halloween party Hello! Lodge 13, Dime Box Youth Club is having its Halloween party and meeting on Saturday, October 13, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. Fraternally, Julie Schneider, Youth Leader —SPJST—
Dear Members and Friends, I participated at State Youth Achievement Day (YAD) on Saturday, August 4, 2018. I placed first in individual talent and first in group talent. I was also honored to receive the State Merit Grant Award. It was a very exciting day, and it was great to see my camp friends! Brittany Baker, age 15 —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth: Christmas ornament fun I had fun making my Christmas ornament for the fall meeting. I started school, and I am in first grade at Academy. Everhett Bartek, age 6 —SPJST—
SPJST October Vestnik Project - Draconid and Orionid Meteor Showers This project earns a maximum 1 point in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Points System. Mail completed project no later than November 15, 2018 to: SPJST Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503
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Watch for Meteor Showers in October In the month of October there will be two meteor showers you can view in the night sky. They are the Draconid and Orionid meteor showers. Draconid Meteor Shower The Draconids owe their name to the constellation Draco the Dragon, and are created when the Earth passes through the dust debris left by comet 21P/Giacobini-Zinner. The comet takes about 6.6 years to make a single revolution around the Sun. You don't need any special equipment or a lot of skills to view a meteor shower. All you really need is a clear sky and lots of patience. The following tips can help maximize your shooting star viewing experience. Peak time to view the Draconid meteor shower is October 7 - 10 in the northern sky. Orionid Meteor Shower Orionid meteor shower is named after Orion, because the meteors seem to emerge or radiate from the same area in the sky as the Orion constellation. The Orionid meteor shower is the second meteor shower created by Comet Halley. The Eta Aquarids in May is the other meteor shower created by debris left by Comet Halley. Halley takes around 76 years to make a complete revolution around the Sun. It will next be visible from Earth in 2061. Peak time to view the Orionid meteor shower is October 21 - 22 in the Southeast sky. Source: https://www.timeanddate.com/astronomy/meteor-shower/draconid.html
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Lodge 30, Taiton youth honor grandparents with mass, breakfast Lodge 47, Seaton youth wins prizes at fall meeting I had fun winning prizes at the fall meeting. I have a birthday this month and I will turn nine. I am really glad to be at a new school in third grade. Camdon Bartek, age 8 —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth glad to be back in school
LEFT: Brittany Baker, second from left, and sister Bethany are pictured with grandparents Albert and Barbara Socha at the Grandparents Day mass and breakfast held September 9 at Taiton Parish Hall.
On Sunday, September 9, 2018, Lodge 30, Taiton held a Grandparents Day mass and breakfast at Taiton Parish Hall. It was so good to see all the kids with their grandparents eating and laughing. I’m so grateful my Hamma and Popo could at-
tend. It made my day so much better! Thankful, Brittany Baker, age 15 —SPJST—
I’m so glad to be back in school. I am looking forward to being an athletic trainer for football at Academy. Dannikka Bartek, age 16 —SPJST—
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Lodge 47, Seaton Youth host Membership Drive; End of Summer Party Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club hosted a membership drive and end of summer party after the September meeting. We had a great time! Thank you to District Two Director Jesse Pospisil for his monetary donation to us. Thanks also to District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky for helping with door prizes
and answering insurance questions. And, thank you to Assistant Youth Leader Chelsea Bilbrey for helping get everything together. Amber Bartek, Youth Leader —SPJST—
Happy 13th Birthday, Grace! Yesterday, I turned 13. I am now a teenager, and last night, we went to a Veribest football game for my birthday. Grace Schwertner, age 13 ••• Cotton Fest The cotton fest was awesome. I got to see my friends and cousins. We also got to shoot people with airsoft guns. Tanner Wood, age 13 ••• Volleyball Game On Thursday, I played a volleyball game. My team won! We’re the only team in seventh grade that won. Tracy Schwertner, age 12
LEFT PHOTO: Youth and parents enjoy a hot dog lunch. CENTER PHOTO: Everhett Bartek comes down the slide. RIGHT PHOTO: Tamryn Stock, left, and Rebecca Federle head up the slide. BELOW LEFT
PHOTO: Seth Martinez enjoys the slide. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club with visitors. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Assistant Youth Leader Chelsea, left, and Youth Leader Amber.
••• Football Saturday I played football every Saturday. Our team is all my friends. Colt Schwertner, age 11 ••• Muddy Cotton Festival This weekend was cotton festival. It was muddy and rainy. We got soaking wet, and everything was filled with mud. Hunter Wood, age 12 •••
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LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 84, Dallas adults and youth club members participate in the youth club meeting. CENTER: Youth work on their Vestnik projects during the September meeting. Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club
First Football Game Last Thursday, we had our first football game. We won 50 to 6. I cheered, and my cousins played football. Olivia Schwertner, age 15 ••• Bad Dogs So today, my dogs got a kitten and got it all dirty so we slapped them. They are bad dogs. Bella Schwertner, age 9 ••• Summer Beach Fun We went to the beach this summer. We got to play in the sand and in the water. It was fun. Cotton Wood, age 8 —SPJST—
Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club reports on September meeting Dear Readers, The youth of Lodge 84, Dallas met on Sunday, September 16, 2018, for their monthly meeting. The meeting was brought to order by Youth Leader Lynda Novak at 2:10 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance and youth club motto were led by Josh Tucker, and a moment of silence followed afterwards for our departed members, the victims of the hurricane, and our troops. Under new business, Youth Leader Lynda reminded us all that “outer space” was the October theme and that on October 7 and 8 and October 21 and 22, meteor showers will be happening and for us to find a nice, dark place to watch for
best viewing. The 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive starts on October 1, and all donations help support SPJST scholarships. Youth Leader Lynda also encouraged us all to attend Heritage Day and District Three Fall Fun Day on Sunday, October 28 at Sokol Dallas. There will be a Christmas ornament contest so we should start getting that ready to enter. She also said that details for the Make a Difference Day project are in the planning stages, and she will let us know as soon as they are in place. Under old business, Youth Leader Lynda thanked everyone for their sock donation for The Buckner Home. She then passed out our Vestnik projects to complete before we adjourned the meeting and enjoyed svacina. Next Meeting—October 21 The next meeting will be held Sunday, October 21 at 2 p.m. Fraternally, Megan Ruzicka, age 12 Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club changes meeting time Beginning in October, SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club meetings will begin at 1 p.m. on the first Sunday of each month, unless otherwise noted on the Facebook page of SPJST Lodge 88 Youth Club. The next meeting is this Sunday, October 7, and we hope to see you all there! Fraternally, Michelle Wockenfuss Assistant Youth Leader —SPJST—
members are pictured with the socks they collected for their September community service project for Buckner Home residents. —Submitted by Megan Ruzicka, age 12, Reporter
Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club invites all to October 20 Halloween party Dear Members, Our annual Halloween party is on Saturday, October 20, 2018, at 11 a.m. in the annex building at Lodge 88, Houston. Please make sure you wear your costume, and come join us for some fun. Bring a friend! Fraternally, Keith Wockenfuss, age 14 Reporter —SPJST—
Hey, SPJST Youth! Music essay, performance contest deadline is Oct. 15 Paper and Music Competition As the home of the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas (CEFT) Dr. Frank J. and Hermine Hurta Kostohryz Residency in Czech Music and Culture and the Dr. Jim and Rose Bezdek Endowment Fund Celebrating Czech Music and Culture, the UNT College of Music is calling for Texas students to submit an essay on the topic of Czech music or a video (phone video OK) of their performance of a piece of music written by a Czech composer. UNT will provide the opportunity for Texas students – one in each of the categories below – to read their papers at the
Lodge 88, Houston youth dresses as Czech immigrant for school project Hi, All! I wanted to share with you that I had to dress like an immigrant for a history project at school. I am attaching my picture to show my outfit that my mom, grandma, and myself had pulled together to try and get as close to a Czech outfit as possible. Locating a Czech outfit wasn’t easy. I really had fun and even made a 100 on my project! Jade Caffey, age 16 —SPJST—
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academic conference on Saturday, December 1; likewise, we will provide the opportunity for Texas students – one in each of these same categories – to perform a musical work written by a Czech composer. Music Essay (one winner selected in each category) Level 1: 1st to 4th grade. Essay 2 page in length (hand-written, with optional hand-drawings on page 2) on what it means to preserve one’s ethnic culture. Level 2: 5th to 8th grade. Essay 4 pages in length (double-spaced, typed, 12-point font with 1-inch margins) on the life and contributions of a particular Czech classical composer. Level 3: 9th to 12th grade. Essay 8 pages in length (double-spaced, typed, 12-point font with 1-inch margins) on a particular piece of music written by a Czech classical composer. Level 4: Undergraduate College. 8 pages in length (double-spaced, typed, 12-point font with 1-inch margins) on how a particular historical event – the Battle of White Mountain in 1620, the rise of “nationalism” in the 19th century, the formation of “Czechoslovakia” in 1918, WW2, the 1968 invasion, etc. – impacted a particular Czech classical composer’s life and work. Music Performance (one winner selected in each category) The work may be for solo piano, for piano four-hands, for solo instrument or voice accompanied by piano, or for small ensemble. The work must have been written by a Czech composer. Recognition Banquet and Opera Performance The Third University of North Texas International Festival of Czech Music, co-sponsored by the Janáček Academy of Music (Brno) and Palacký University (Olomouc), will be held on the UNT campus during the last week of November 2018. The keynote speakers of the academic conference are expected to be Prof. Mgr. Jaroslav Miller, Rector of Palacký Uni-
VĚSTNÍK versity and Farář Mgr. Jaroslav Křivánek of the Hussite Church, both in Olomouc, Czech Republic. Prof. Miller will speak on the events of 1918 and the formation of Czechoslovakia; Fr. Křivánek will speak on the formation of the Czechoslovak Hussite Church. Presentations by all speakers and performers, including those by Texas students, will be live-broadcast worldwide over the Internet. In addition to reading their essay or performing at the conference, each winner and one parent will be guests of the university to be recognized at the festival banquet on Saturday evening and then to attend that evening’s performance of Janáček’s Cunning Little Vixen by the UNT opera and orchestra; additional tickets to the banquet and opera performance will be available for purchase. A special rate for lodging at the Denton Conference Center will be available for our out-of-town visitors. Judging Once received, all essays and videos will have identifying information removed before being forwarded to a panel of judges. Judges will see only the category for each entry (e.g., 1st to 4th grade). Deadline and Submission Submission deadline as a scanned paper or video file, sent as an attachment, is October 15, 2018. Winners will be notified no later than November 1. Please also forward a half-page bio of the student that includes the age, city, and contact information. For additional information and submission address, please contact Dr. Thomas Sovik at thomas.sovik@unt.edu or 817-287-9644. Information about the festival, and about the essay and performance competition in particular, is posted on the festival website https://czech.music.unt.edu/home Please forward to your local organization and school; please copy and distribute so we can get the word out and encourage youth to enter this contest! Submitted by, Dr. Thomas Sovik University of North Texas —SPJST—
In Memory of Eugenia Dlabaj Eugenia A. Dlabaj, age 87, passed away on Saturday, September 1, 2018, in Ennis, Texas. Eugenia was born on November 25, 1930 to John L. and Hilda (Sustek) Mach in Kaufman. She grew up in Kaufman and attended Creechville School. On January 15, 1946, she married John Louis Dlabaj. They made their Eugenia Dlabaj home in Ennis and were married for 33 years before his death on June 12, 1979. She worked as a seamstress for Marlin Hat and Belt Company for eight years and as the secretary for John L. Dlabaj Mowing and Cutting Service. She was a devoted homemaker and worked hard on the family farm where she could often be seen driving a tractor on the farm. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis. She was also a member of St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, KJT, and American Legion. She is survived by son Johnny Wayne Dlabaj; daughters Nancy Nash and husband Steve, and Patsy Ann Zajic and husband Leon; seven grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; eight great-greatgrandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband John Dlabaj; grandson Rodney Dlabaj; brothers Will, Henry, and John Mach; and sisters Annie Vrana, Adell Woods, and Martha Dlabaj. Visitation was held on Tuesday, September 4 from 10 to 11 a.m. followed by rosary being recited beginning at 11 a.m. in J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel of Ennis. Private graveside followed in St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc. Betty Macalik Lodge 25, Ennis —SPJST—
In Memory of Geraldine Holubar Geraldine J. Holubar, age 94, passed away in Ennis, Texas, on Sunday, September 9, 2018. Geraldine was born in Ennis on March 18, 1924, to John and Carrie (Holy) Jaresh. She grew up in Ennis and graduated from Ennis High School. She married E.L. Holubar on August 30, 1942, and they made their home in Columbus, Georgia, Fort Benning, Dallas, and to Ennis in 1948. She worked for Ennis Business Forms Geraldine Holubar until retiring as an executive assistant to the president. She also worked on the family farm. She was a member of St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church and SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis. She is survived by sons Charles Holubar and wife Louise and Gene Holubar; grandchildren Brandon Holubar, Blaine Holubar, Jeffrey Holubar, Katie Holubar, Garret Holubar, Christopher Dickerson, and Justin Dickerson; eight great-grandchildren; sisters Carolyn Hejny and Lorraine Beere; several nieces and nephews; and a host of extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband E.L. Holubar; and sister Pauline Zalkovsky. Visitation was held on Saturday, September 15 from 10 to 11 a.m. at J.E. Keever Mortuary of Ennis. Liturgy outside of mass was recited on Saturday, September 15 at 11 a.m. at J.E. Keever Mortuary Chapel of Ennis with Father Henry Drozd as celebrant. Interment followed in St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc. The family requests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice. Betty Macalik Lodge 25, Ennis —SPJST—
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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 512-859-2543. Submitted by Alice Bracewell, Lodge 48, Beyersville. First/Third Tuesdays Tarok Lessons with Tarok Champion Jimmie Coufal—at Czech Heritage Museum, 119 West French Avenue, Temple, 7 p.m.: All skill levels; beginners always welcome! Free and open to everyone. For information, call 254-899-2935 or email czechheritagemuseum@gmail.com. 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 class. Call or email to verify classes. Pre-registration preferred. For information, call 888-785-4500; 979-968-9399; or email info@czechtexas.org. Through October 6 Petra Nováková Ondreičková’s Biotope Exhibition—at Cindy Lisica Gallery, 4411 Montrose Boulevard, Suite F, Houston, in the Montrose/Museum District of Houston. Gallery hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information, call 713-8077760; or visit www.cindylisicagallery.com. Submitted by Cindy Lisica, PhD, Owner/Director Cindy Lisica Gallery. Through November 26 World War I and the Birth of Czechoslovakia - 100 Years of Czech Independence Exhibit— at TCHCC, 250 Fairgrounds Road, La Grange. Exhibit details efforts of Czechs on the battlefield and Czech Americans on the home front during WWI. For information, visit www.czechtexas.org or email info@czechtexas.org. October 13 Jarrell (Corn Hill) Tarok Tournament—at Moravian Hall in Corn Hill. Contact Jerry David 512-484-0775. October 14 Polka Mass/Dinner/Dance Celebration—at St. Joseph Catholic Church/Parish Activity Center, Brazos Valley Czech Heritage Society, 600 East 26th Street in Bryan, Texas 77803: 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. polka masses with Taylor Czech Chorus; 1 p.m. - dinner served; dance - 1:30 p.m. with the Moravians. Reservations for dinner/dance; no ticket reserva-
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tions for dance only. For ticket costs and reservations by October 7, contact Jo Ann 979-224-4434; or Lynette at lurbanovsky@gmail.com. Event hosted by Brazos Valley Czech Heritage Society. Jo Ann Zaeske, Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station. October 19, 20 Heritage Fest and Muziky—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange. Friday, October 19 - Heritage Fest/ Muziky begins at 4 p.m. with the Polka On! Octoberfest on the Deck, music by Dujka Brothers. Saturday, October 20 - Preceding Muziky, Muziky, will be Enzian Buam Band and Jerry Haisler and the Melody 5 in the Hospoda, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; antique tractor/car shows; demonstrations/children’s activities; and more. The Legacy of the Vrazels’ Polka Band will be presented at Muziky, Muziky, the finale to Heritage Fest & Muziky beginning at 7 p.m. in Sanford Schmid Amphitheater. Fireworks finale will close the festival. For information, call 888-785-4500; 979-968-9399; email info@czechtexas.org; or visit www.czechtexas.org. October 20 Czechfest in the Heights—at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street, Houston, 77008: Polka music, kolaches, games, beer, and music with SPJST Orchestra and Czech Chorus, Al Sulak and the Country Sounds, and Adrian’s Fault. 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. $15 entry. 17 and under, free. $7 for age 65-plus. For information, visit www.Lodge88.org. October 20 KJT Tarok Tournament—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange. Contact Stanley Cernoch 281-422-9954. October 21 Český Večer—at Saengerrunde Hall, 1607 San Jacinto Boulevard, Austin (next door to Scholz Garten). Event celebrates the 100th anniversary of the creation of the independent state of Czechoslovakia: Festivities begin at 3
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3.říjen.2018 or visit www.bexarczechheritagesociety.com for admission, meal cost and information. Submitted by Ray Twardowski, BCCHS Publicity. January 26, 2019 TCGS’ Czech Family Histories, Volume V Submission Deadline—You do not have to be a member of Texas Czech Genealogical Society in order to participate; however, we would gladly welcome you. For information, contact TCGS Czech Families Histories, Volume V, Project Chair Charlene Hurta cmhurta@earthlink.net. —SPJST—
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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Post your lodge’s upcoming SPJST fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is Wednesday at 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 evennumbered 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, 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 903564-7359. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Friday, October 5—Lodge 6 meeting, 7 p.m.; meal at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, October 7—RVOS No. 46 Sunday, October 14—Ashley reunion Friday, October 19—Social Saturday, October 20—Urban reunion Saturday, October 27—Wedding Sunday, October 28—Lodge 6 hosts District Three Fall Meeting at Sokol Hall, Dallas Sunday, November 4—Lodge 6 Meeting/Election of officers Friday, November 16—Social 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 254-717-0383 or Jeanette Beseda 254-717-7840. 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: 979-8841451. 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, 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 Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a nonsmoking facility. Hall Rentals/Band Bookings: David Meyer 512-217-0162. Hall phone: 512-285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Lodge Meetings: Youth club meetings are held with the adult meetings, which are the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Youth Leader David Meyer 512-217-0162. LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davila, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Brenna Bohac 512-859-2584. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Located 12 miles south of Schulenburg, in Moravia. Directions: From Hwy 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West for 4 miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North; go 1 mile. Hall is on the right. Lodge Meetings: Tuesday after the second Sunday in March, June, and September, 7:30 p.m.; and the first Sunday of December, 3 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Burlington. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit Hwy 53 at blinking light to FM 485; go 1 mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Mark Maddux 254-721-1774; or Brenda Maddux 254-721-1682. 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) Sunday, October 7—Youth meeting, 1:30 p.m. Thursday, October 11—Members’ supper, 6:30 p.m.; 7 p.m. - Lodge meeting; social to follow Saturday, October 20—Private rental - Castilllo birthday party Saturday, October 27—Private rental - Wyatt/Holland wedding reception Wednesday, October 31—Potluck supper, 6:30 p.m.; October birthday celebration, 5 to 10 p.m., 50/50 drawing 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) Attention: Beginning September 2018, youth club meetings will be held the second Monday of each month at 7:30 at the lodge hall. • All Wednesday, Friday night dances - free admission • Old-fashioned hamburgers served Fridays, 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, October 3—Taylor Made Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, October 5—Last Call Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Monday, October 8—Youth club meeting, 7:30 p.m. at SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Hall. Wednesday, October 10—SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor members will hold their monthly meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. Friday, October 12—Old Friends Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Saturday, October 13—Free dance sponsored by RVOS at SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Hall, upstairs: Sterling Country Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 17—Taylor Made Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, October 19—Second Hand Rose, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday, October 26—Glen Collins 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 September 2018, youth club meetings will be held the second Monday of each month at 7:30 at the lodge 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) Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From Interstate 35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy 84 East through Bellmead; go approximately 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Take the Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road; go approximately 1 mile; the road will dead end. Turn right at the dead end; go approximately 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Gene Pavelka 254-749-3326; Hall Phone: 254-863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Sales Agents: James (Dude) Mann 254-715-0275 and Gene E. Pavelka 254749-3326. 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) Attention: Quarterly meetings will be held in March, May (Join Hands Day), September, and December (nursing home visit/Christmas party). March and September meetings will be on the second Sunday at 12:30 p.m. with a lunch and meeting to follow. 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: Held quarterly - watch for date in Vestnik, 1 p.m. at the hall. Lunch at 12:30 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. For information, call President Wade O’Shields 979-218-3527; or FAC Ronnie Roesler 979-406-0158.
LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59 in Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Cathy Garcia 979-332-1614; Hall Phone: 979-648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 11:30 a.m. at the hall. LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November, 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca. For information, call lodge Secretary Mary Sitka 361-552-5170; or email danmarysitka@yahoo.com. LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy 53, Temple. Directions: Seaton Star Hall is 7 miles east of Temple on Hwy 53 (Adams Avenue). Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Edwin Pechal 254-721-2887; 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) Attention: Beginning in August 2018, meetings will be held at 6 p.m. Lodge Hall: 706 FM 2133, Rowena. Hall Rental Information: 325-262-3377 - Butch Wood. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 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 979-561-7190. LODGE 73, SEYMOUR (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 12 p.m. unless otherwise noted. For meeting location, call Alice Orsak 940-889-2391. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday in March, June, September, and December, 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls. For information, contact Diana Ibarra 940-224-7383. LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Meal served at 1 p.m.; meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Note: 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: 254-6572485. 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.
VĚSTNÍK 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. 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) Attention: Beginning in September, lodge meetings will be held on the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the lodge hall. For information, call 254-7732363. 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 Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. For information, call 254-773-2363. LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Attention - Youth club meeting time change: Beginning in October 2018, youth club meetings will begin at 1 p.m. on the first Sunday of each month, unless otherwise noted on the SPJST Lodge 88 Youth Club Facebook page. 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: 713869-5767; or visit www.lodge88.org. Lodge Meetings: Third Monday, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall, unless otherwise noted on the SPJST Lodge 88 Youth Club Facebook page. 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) Sunday, October 7—Randy and the 92nd Roadhouse band, country/western dance, 2 to 6 p.m. Admission $6. Tuesday, October 9—Ladies Circle meeting at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 9—Game night at Lodge 92 at 7 p.m. Wednesday, October 10—Sportsmens Club, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.: Monthly meeting of hunting and fishing enthusiasts with speakers and prize drawings. Free and open to the public. Friday, October 12—Tanglefoot ballroom dance 8 to 11 p.m. $10 members; $17 non-members Sunday, October 14—Lodge 92 monthly meeting 2 p.m. Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road, Fort Worth 76114. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH30 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.
Wednesday, October 3, 2018 LODGE 117, ROBSTOWN (7) Saturday, September 22—Lodge meeting, 1:30 p.m. Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of March, June, September, and December, 1:30 p.m. at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard, Corpus Christi. LODGE 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date, time, and location, contact President/Sales Agent John Vrla 214-9063385 or email jvrla@cebridge.net. LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) 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: 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 830-9645135. 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 979-9221553. 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 281-787-8717. 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: 817-2375181. 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 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 361-576-2935.
LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Wednesday of February, May, and August. The November meeting is held the third Sunday. Watch the Věstník for meeting time/location. For information, contact President Sandra Jansa 325-651-8045 or sandra.jansa@hotmail.com.
LODGE 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 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. LODGE 177, ACADEMY (2) Attention: Remaining 2018 lodge meetings will be held the second Wednesday of every other month of October, and December at the lodge hall. Board of Trustees meet at 6 p.m.; regular lodge meeting follows at 6:30 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. Board of Trustee/Lodge Meetings: 2018 remaining meetings will be held the Wednesday of every other month - August, October, and December - at the hall. Board of Trustees meet at 6 p.m.; lodge meeting follows at 6:30 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, 11 a.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 281362-9062; 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: 682-8003485. Lodge Meetings and Family Night: Third Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Last Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Game Nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506 LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Hall: FM 532 West, Moulton. Directions: From Texas 95 in Moulton, take FM 532 West for 4 miles. Hall is located on the right. Lodge Meetings: Second 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. 1-7420733095-41002.
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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. LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information/Dance Reservations: George Scogin 936-8752867. Lodge Meetings: Monday night before the third Friday night of the month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Regular Dances: Third Friday night of each month, 7 to 10 p.m. Please continue to bring finger foods for the snack table. LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Lodge Hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Directions: Off Hwy 290 West at Skinner. Hall Phone: 281373-9482; email spjstlodge196@gmail.com. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month - potluck served at 1 p.m.; meeting begins at 2 p.m. - unless otherwise noted. For information, call Cadance Wager 713515-2835. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Cadance Wager 713-515-2835. LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY (2) Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month on even months - February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Taylor Hall, 100 4th Street, Eddy. For information, contact President Allen Trigg, Sr. 254624-5152. LODGE 201 BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 3948 FM 2502, Bleiblerville. Directions: Hall is across the street from the post office in Bleiblerville. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 202, JOURDANTON (7) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month 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 of each month 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 940-3228503. LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Saturday of January, March, May, July, and September, 6:30 p.m. at Tahoka Housing Authority (small room - 1400 Ave K). For any questions, call Secretary Pam Lehmann 806-535-8356. Youth Club Meetings: For location/time, contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams 806-990-3351. LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: 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 325-6720577 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 713-726-1928. LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT (2) Lodge Meetings: Unless otherwise announced, second Tuesday of January, March, May, July, September, and November, 11:30 a.m. For meeting location, call President Ingrid Petrik 254-760-1831; or Secretary Melanie Zavodny 254-534-0807. LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) Lodge Meetings: For meeting date, location, and time, contact President Chester Jenke 210-413-3053 or Treasurer Colleen Jenke 210-215-9494. —SPJST—-
October is Czech Heritage Month in Texas ! Czech Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the rich ethnic heritage of American Czechs and the many contributions they have made to American culture. In celebration, the Věstník invites you to participate in its Czech Heritage Month Activities. Several Czech-themed prizes will be awarded in a drawing from entries received. Entries must be received by October 24, 2018. Winners will be announced in the October 31 Věstník. Mail your entry to: SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie Zavodny • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503
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Písek Stone Bridge This Gothic bridge may not be the most famous bridge in the Czech Republic, but the town of Písek prides itself with the oldest stone bridge in Bohemia. It has seven arches and is decorated with replicas of Baroque statues, St. John of Nepomuk with Angels, St. Anthony of Padua, St. Anne, and the Calvary. Built in 1270 at the reign of Přemysl Otakar II, Písek Stone Bridge provides a crossing over the river Otava, southward from Prague. During Charles IV’s reign, the Golden Route connecting the Czech lands with Bavaria and Upper Austria led across the bridge. Over the centuries, pack animals carried salt, expensive fabrics, southern fruits, wine, and spices to Bohemia, while taking cereals, malt, honey, lard, and fish to Bavaria. Name three other old bridges in the Czech Republic. 1.____________________________ 2.____________________________ 3.____________________________ https://www.tyrkys.cz/page/the-oldest-bridges-in-the-czech-republic.html https://www.jiznicechy.cz/en/destinations/22-stone-bridge https://bohemia-trip.cz/en/81-trip-chateau-hluboka-holasovice-ceskykrumlov-unesco/
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