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Volume 106 Number 43
Benevolence
H E R A L D
★ Humanity
★ Brotherhood
December 5, 2018
ISSN —07458800
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas! Lodge 142, Houston youth ride the SPJST Float in the Tomball Holiday Parade on Saturday, November 17. More on page 14.
Lodges 92, Fort Worth and 154, Fort Worth members enjoyed the Fort Worth Parade of Lights on Sunday, November 18. More on page 13.
Left to right, are Brielle Comberrel, Embry Butera, Emily Lewis, and Kaleigh Lewis, all of Lodge 142.
Left to right, are Lori Pace, Mary Taylor and Holly Anderson, both of Steinman, and Angel Pace, all of Lodge 92. Lodge 154.
Pam Durham and grandchildren Adlar and Ariana, all of Lodge 92.
Gig ‘em, Aggies! Preparing Pumpkins Lodge 4, Hallettsville Fraternal Activities Coordinator Annie Vahalik, center, assists District Six Director Karen Kaspar, left, and District Six Regional General Agent Carolina Covarrubia in making tissue pumpkins at the lodge meeting on November 11, 2018. SPJST Supreme Lodge Chairman/District One Director Donnie Victorick and granddaughter Addison Brown celebrate with Defensive Lineman Bobby Brown, III, left, and Offensive Lineman Luke Matthews after Texas A&M defeated LSU in a seven-overtime 74-72 thriller on Saturday, November 24, 2018, in College Station.
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 Recipes.................................................3 SPJST Cruise Information ..................3 Job Opportunity ..................................5 Scholarship Information .....................5
Lodge Section......................................6 Youth Section.....................................16 Vestnik Project ..................................17 Czech Culture ...................................19 Advertisements .................................21 Lodge Calendar .................................22
Lodge 246 Morgan’s Point hosts appreciation luncheon
Lodge 80 Holland hosts turkey bingo Page 10
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Lodge 142 Houston youth members visit Pioneer Day Page 18
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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 BOBBY DAVIS, FICF, CFFM 1886 Pecos Street, Suite 3, San Angelo, Texas 76901 Mobile: 325-450-3748 • Fax: 325-657-2003 email: bgdsr2428@aol.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 - Contact SPJST Home Office 800-727-7578 for assistance. DISTRICT THREE - Contact SPJST Home Office 800-727-7578 for assistance. DISTRICT FOUR - Philip (Phil) McBee, FICF, CFFM 325-647-1949 • Fax: 325-784-7448 mcbeephilip@gmail.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
Lodge and member visits = fun times
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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y favorite part of serving as Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication is seeing and visiting with our members around the state. David and I enjoyed a fantastic time with the members of Lodge 142, Houston in Tomball on Saturday, November 17 and the members of Lodges 92, Fort Worth and 154, Fort Worth on Sunday, November 18. Those were two of the first Christmas parades of the season, and they were both special events! Plus, a trip to anywhere north of West always warrants a stop at Slovacek’s in West. What a pleasure it was to see and visit with my good friend and Slovacek’s employee Willie Zahirniak of Lodge 54, West. See you next time, Willie!
• Send us a note with your name and mailing address to SPJST Calendar, PO Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.
2019 SPJST Calendars The 2019 SPJST Calendars will be ready soon. All Věstník subscribers who are on the mailing list will receive a calendar in the mail. Every member who has submitted a valid email address to SPJST received an email with information on reserving a calendar. Once again, if you received this Věstník in the mail, you are on the mailing list to receive a calendar. If you know a member who is not on the Věstník mailing list and who did not receive the email, but would like to receive a calendar, here are several ways to reserve/request a calendar:
• Lodge 87, Temple member assists at S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living
• Complete the form at www.spjst.org under the “News” tab. • Call the Home Office at 254-7731575, ext. 153. Leave your name and mailing address. • Send an email to info@spjst.org with your name and mailing address.
• Fax us a note with your name and mailing address to 254-773-8087. The calendars will be mailed in midDecember. Still to come . . . Stay tuned to the Věstník for these upcoming features: • Tribute to Honorary District Six Director Michael Ahlstrom
Vestnik Dates and Deadlines Please note that the Věstník deadline is at 12 noon on Wednesdays, unless otherwise noted. December 12 Věstník deadline is Wed., Dec. 5 at 12 noon No December 19 Věstník published. December 26 Věstník Early Deadline Alert: deadline is Tues., Dec. 18 at 12 noon No January 2 Věstník published. January 9 Věstník deadline is Wed., Jan. 2 at 12 noon —SPJST—
VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except as announced in advance by VĚSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $25 per year for non-members. Members’ fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society and enables us to make more informed decisions. The views expressed by writers in the Věstník do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VĚSTNÍK c/o Director of Accounting/ITS Roy Vajdak, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.
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Number in ( ) denotes district location. District Six hosts SPJST Float El Campo Parade of Lights (6) Lodge 63, Sweet Home Christmas Party Tobola’s Party House (6) Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Christmas Party Taylor Hall/Senior Citizens Center, Eddy (2) Lodge 39, Bryan Christmas Caroling at Lampstand Christmas Dinner/Social (1) Lodge 51, Ellinger Christmas Celebration Ellinger Fire Station (1) Lodge 182, Falls County Membership Drive/Christmas Party • Lakeview Drive-In Restaurant, Marlin (2) Lodge 91, San Jacinto Christmas Party Golden Corral, Baytown (5) Lodge 97, Placedo Christmas Party The VeraCruz Restaurant, Victoria (6) Lodge 180, Burleson Christmas Party El Fenix Restaurant, Burleson (3) Lodge 183, Arlington hosts SPJST Float Arlington Christmas Parade (3) Lodge 4, Hallettsville Christmas Party Vsetin Czech Moravian Brethren Church Hall (6) Lodge 9, Snook Christmas Program (1) Lodge 84, Dallas Christmas Party Gaylord Texan Resort, Grapevine (3) Lodge 88, Houston Annual Meeting (5) Lodge 142, Houston Christmas Luncheon/Meeting Annex Building at Lodge 88, Houston (5) Lodge 187, Round Rock Christmas Fajita Dinner (2) Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station Christmas Dinner Brazos County Senior Center, Bryan (1) Lodge 202, Jourdanton Christmas Party Jourdanton Community Center (7) Lodge 24, Cyclone Christmas Party • Oscar Store (2) Lodge 141, Sealy Meeting/Meal Tony’s Restaurant, Sealy (1) Lodge 151, Wharton Christmas Social/Meeting Wharton Depot Museum (6) Lodge 25, Ennis Members’ Supper/Meeting/Social (3) Lodge 219, El Paso Christmas Party Angel’s Wings Adult Daycare in El Paso (4) Lodge 141, Sealy hosts SPJST Float Wallis Christmas Parade (1) No Vestnik Published Lodge 25, Ennis Potluck Supper/December Birthday Celebration (3) Lodge 91, San Jacinto: Paws Across Texas (5) SPJST Home Office Closed: Christmas Holidays Lodge 18, Elgin New Year’s Eve Dance: Glen Collins (2) Lodge 24, Cyclone New Year’s Eve Dance: Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five (2) Lodge 47, Seaton New Year’s Eve Dance: Billy Holt Band (2) Lodge 88, Houston New Year’s Eve Party: Wade Andrew Smith and Driftwood (5) SPJST Home Office Closed: New Year’s Holiday Publication Committee Meeting SPJST Home Office, Temple State Progressive 42 Tournament SPJST Home Office, Temple Supreme Lodge Meeting SPJST Home Office, Temple
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Tuna Supper
Pear Pineapple Preserves
Vlasta Bartos Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje
Annie Michalsky Lodge 91, San Jacinto
3 green peppers, cut in half 2 7-ounce cans tuna, drained and flaked 1/2 cup chopped celery 2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped 1/4 cup chopped onions 1 Tablespoon chopped pimentos Miracle Whip salad dressing Pre-boil green peppers - 5 minutes. Combine tuna, celery, eggs, onions, and pimentos and enough salad dressing to moisten mix lightly. Fill green peppers. Bake at 350 degrees 30 minutes. —SPJST—
12 cups hard pears, peeled, chopped, or ground raw 5 cups sugar 2 teaspoons Fruit Fresh, stirred into the pears Cook and stir above ingredients for 25 minutes. Add: 3 small boxes orange jello 1 20 ounce can Dole crushed pineapple with juice Cook for 30 minutes, stir often. Pour into sterilized pint jars and seal. Makes 8 or 9 pints. This is a great filling for kolaches. —SPJST—
WANTED: Your Recipes! Please send your favorite recipe - email: melaniez@spjst.com mail: SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie • PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503
SPJST INTEREST RATES . . . 11/01/2018 - 01/31/2019 SPJST Commercial Property Information Call the SPJST Home Office 800-727-7578 for information.
Commercial Property Loans for 1 to 10 Years and 11 to 15 Years
Universal Life Universal Life 3 (plans 1203-1222 with a guaranteed rate of 2.50%) Credited Rate: 3.00%
Annuities Annuity 5 (plans 8032-8039 with a 1.50% guaranteed rate) Credited Rate: 3.00%
Whole Life/ Universal Life 3 (plans 1223-1232 with a guaranteed rate of 2.50%) Credited Rate: 3.50%
Annuity New 5 Year (plans 8040-8041 with a 1.50% guaranteed rate) Credited Rate: 3.00%
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= = = Fraternal News = = = State Fraternal Director shares December updates Warm Wishes from the SPJST Home Office Fraternal Department Veselé Vánoce! Christmas is upon us again! It seems to come faster and faster each year. I found a quote by Calvin Coolidge and wanted to share it with you: “Christmas is not a time or a season but a state of mind. To cherish peace and good will, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas.” I truly believe these words. Christmas is what you make of it. In my mind, it’s time to place a log on the fire and curl up on the couch in a blanket with a good book, hot chocolate, and a time to think back and count our many blessings. It is also time to give thanks to our King Jesus Christ. Please let us remember those who are less fortunate and are in need of a helping hand this Christmas. We can all make a positive difference in another’s life. I wish you and your family many blessings. We wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Holiday Stress? Try These 5 Tips for a Heart-Healthy Holiday Season He’s a mean one, alright. If the Grinch has stolen your healthy holiday, check out these tips from Richard Stein, professor of medicine and cardiology at New York University School of Medicine in New York City and a spokesman for the American Heart Association. 1. Go in with a plan. For example, make a pact with yourself during the holidays: “For these three weeks, I will get at least 30 minutes of activity per day, I’ll have a reasonably healthy breakfast and lunch, and limit the sweets. I’ll leave my meds out on the dresser so I won’t leave the house without having taken them.” 2. Beware of party perils. Special holiday events often serve up extra helpings of high-fat foods. If you’re a guest, plan on eating a healthy snack before you go and consciously choose to eat less at the event. If you’re the host, challenge yourself to whip up a delicious and heart-healthy menu. Your guests will probably thank you! 3. Stay active—even in the hustle and bustle of the season. Sprinkle in some healthy behaviors
with your daily activities. If dinner is going to be a feast, opt for a light lunch, then take a vigorous walk. When the kids are home from school, squeeze in some active chores and trips to the park. 4. But not too active. Give yourself the gift of peace. Control your own schedule and don’t overbook yourself. 5. Lay out a plan for January, February and beyond. Your poinsettias are drooping and the eggnog’s gone. Now what? It’s great that you want to start doing healthy things—like exercising 30 minutes a day or making an appointment to get your blood pressure checked—but don’t go dashing through your to-do list too fast, or you might not stick to your plan. Lay out realistic steps for the months ahead. For example, instead of joining a gym, you might want to start a vigorous walking program first. It’s free, and it’s a great way to take in more physical activity. SPJST Lifetime Achiever Award The definition of lifetime is the duration of a person’s life. This award is to recognize individuals or couples who have made a significant impact in their lodge’s success and growth over a lengthy period of time. Those individuals or couples should be of a mature age. In the past couple of years, the Home Office has received nomination applications for many young members that still have many years of service to the lodge and its members. Think about it . . . if a young or middle-aged member receives this award, is this telling them that they have achieved their significant impact to their lodge and here on out they are finished contributing to their lodge and its members? The Lifetime Achiever Award form can be found online at www.spjst.org. Please complete and return the form to SPJST Fraternal Department.
Outgoing Officers With the election of new officers, do not forget to honor your officers who have given their time and dedication to your lodge. Honor your outgoing leaders by giving them an outgoing officer plaque. Any officer who is not elected to serve in 2019 and does not seek reelection in future years is eligible. The recipient must be a current SPJST member and must be active at the time of selection. The plaques should be awarded at your local lodge meeting.
forms even if there are no changes from the previous year. Fraternal Activities Coordinators, it is very important to enter and complete your hours by Friday, January 18, 2019, to receive those refunds and other incentives. Please look for the 2019 officer listing that was mailed out the first week of November from Receptionist Tamara Gettys. This listing needs to be updated and turned into the Home Office after you have your elections. All other deadline dates remain the same. They are:
Fraternalist of the Year Nominations It’s time to start thinking about selecting your lodge’s fraternalist of the year for 2018. This is your chance to recognize a stand-out individual who through example and accomplishment, provided outstanding service to your lodge or community this past year. This year, we will again be recognizing your lodge’s fraternalist at your district spring meeting. Please know the fraternalist of the year information sheet and application can be found online at www.spjst.org. Thanks for tending to this item at your October, November, or December meeting. If you have any questions, please give me a call.
January 2, 2019 - New Officers Listing form - address, phone listing, and emails January 18, 2019 - Year-End Fraternal Incentive Reporting Hours February 22, 2019 - Outgoing Officer Awards May 15, 2019 - 990 and 990-T to IRS and copy to Home Office
100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive Everyone spread the word! October 1 started 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 Fund Drive will run through March 31, 2019. Important Paperwork Everyone, please know that the forms listed below are very important in receiving your enhanced premium refund and other incentives. Please return these
Merry Christmas! Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez and State Fraternal Director Frank Horak wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. They are pictured by the youth Christmas tree in the lobby of the SPJST Home Office in Temple.
SPJST Scholarship Program The deadline for submitting all scholarship paperwork for the SPJST Scholarship is no later than Friday, February 1, 2019. Any student (high school seniors and college undergraduates) who have not previously received a scholarship are eligible to apply. For an SPJST General Scholarship or Leadership Grant Application and complete guidelines, please call Executive Assistant to the President Sandra Dubcak at the SPJST Home Office at 800-727-7578 or 254-773-1575 or visit www.spjst.org. State Progressive 42 Domino Tournament The first SPJST state tournament of 2019 will take place on Saturday, January 12. This will be the Progressive 42 domino tournament to be held at the SPJST Home Office in Temple, Texas. For an entry form, visit www.spjst.org under Fraternal Activities/State Tournaments and Fraternal Activities. All participants are encouraged to pre-register so we can figure out the amount of food to prepare for the noon meal. State Tarok Tournament The SPJST State Tarok Tournament will be held on Saturday, February 2. The tournament will be held at the SPJST Home Office in Temple, Texas. Visit www.spjst.org under Fraternal Activities/State Tournaments and Fraternal Activities for an entry form. All participants are encouraged to pre-register so we can figure out the amount of food to prepare for the noon meal. Calendar of Events Please remember to mark your calendars for the 2019 SPJST state tourna-
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ments. Again this year’s state tournaments will be held at the SPJST Home Office. Entry for the tournaments will be $10 for members and non-members. There will be Czech pastries in the morning, a catered meal for the participants during the noon hour, and fun and fellowship. Tournament dates are: Progressive 42 Dominoes Saturday, January 12 Tarok Tournament Saturday, February 2 Straight Dominoes Saturday, March 2 Regular 42 Dominoes Saturday, April 6, 2019 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—
• • • SUMMER 2019 JOB OPPORTUNITY • • •
CAMP Hsffujoht!gspn!Dbnq!lvcfob" Howdy! We are looking for fun, enthusiastic individuals to join the Camp Kubena staff in the summer of 2019! Benefits of being a staff member include becoming a role model for campers, increasing leadership skills, certification in lifeguarding and high/low ropes, and meeting people from all over the world . . . all of this while getting paid to have fun! Camp Kubena is a special place to come and make a difference in a child’s life as well as your own. Important dates are staff training (mandatory) - May 20 to 31; summer camp begins June 3; and last day of camp is August 11. Activity Staff • Paid Position • Opportunity for Fall/Spring Retreat Staff and Internship Positions Apply online at www.campkubena.com. For more information, email Assistant Director Whitten Shappell at staffinfo@campkubena.com or call 979-249-5674.
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A琀ention SPJST High School Seniors and Co氀ege Undergraduates: SPJST Scholarship Scholarship Applications Applications Available Available September 2018 2018Through Through January January 2019 2019 Please Note: Please Note: Applications and all required information must be submitted to the Fraternal Department by February 1, 2019. Applications and all required information must be submitted the Fraternal Department by February 1, 2019. Totoreceive a General Scholarship Application and *Leadership Grant Application, please call the SPJST Home To receive a General Scholarship Applicationor and Office Fraternal Department at 800.727.7578 254.773.1575 Application, please call the SPJST Home or*Leadership download anGrant application at www.spjst.org. Office Fraternal Department at 800.727.7578 or 254.773.1575 or download an application at www.spjst.org. *Must be an active SPJST Youth Club member to apply for the Leadership Grant. *M b i SPJST Y h Cl b b
One of the many benefits SPJST offers to its members is the Scholarship Program. This year, 49 General Scholarships, three Technical Scholarships, and eight Leadership Grants were awarded. In addition, at the 2018 State Youth Achievement Day, five District Merit Scholarships, one State Merit Scholarship, and two Royalty Scholarships were awarded for a total of 68 scholarships and grants presented in 2018. Since the program’s inception, more than $1.6 million has been awarded. General and Technical Scholarships are funded through an annual allocation by SPJST and through voluntary contributions received through our 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive and memorial donations received throughout the year. Donations are tax deductible. Applications for scholarships are sent out from September through January upon request. The Fraternal Department must receive the completed application and all required information by February 1, 2019. Recipients are announced in April. The following scholarships are available through the program: • General and Technical Scholarships – For all SPJST members • Leadership Grants – For active SPJST youth club members – An applicant may only apply for this grant in his/her senior year of high school.
Note: Active youth club members are strongly encouraged to apply for both the General Scholarship (or Technical Scholarship if attending a technical school) and the Leadership Grant. All interested SPJST members who wish to apply for a scholarship must meet the following criteria: • Have an active SPJST insurance certificate in force for at least one full year as of February 1; if the membership is in the form of an annuity, the amount must be at least $10,000 • Be a full-time student • Hold an active SPJST insurance certificate and/or annuity for the duration of the scholarship • Be a high school graduate or equivalent • Attend an accredited two- or fouryear college, university, or technical college - as designated by one of the six regional accrediting bodies in the United States Best wishes to all SPJST members who wish to apply for a scholarship this year. We hope to have many respond to this opportunity. Fraternally, Brian Vanicek Supreme Lodge President —SPJST—
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SPJST Lodge Section The deadline for all Věstník items is 12 noon the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to:
SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087
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Lodge 4, Hallettsville Christmas party this Sunday, Dec. 9 Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville will hold its Christmas party this Sunday, December 9, 2018, at Vsetin Czech Moravian Brethren Church Hall beginning at 11:30 a.m. with registration. A noon meal of fried chicken provided by the lodge will be served. Ladies of the lodge are kindly asked to bring a side dish and/or dessert to be served with the meal. Following the meal, we will sing Christmas songs, have door prizes, and play games. We hope to see you there! Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 4, Hallettsville plans Christmas party Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville met Sunday, November 11, 2018, at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce meeting room at 3 p.m. Vice President Annie Vahalik called the meeting to order followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by Jennifer Hessler. Resolution Chairman Gayenell Chudej read resolutions of sympathy for deceased members Larry Wayne Sassin, Sylvia June Jurena, Leroy M. Mikeska, Doloris Mae Leopold, and Jo Ann Boethel. A moment of silence followed. Welcomed to the meeting were District Six Director Karen Kaspar and District Six Regional General Agent (RGA) Carolina Covarrubia. Secretary-Treasurer Helen Zabransky read minutes to the last meeting and
Email: vestnik@spjst.org gave the financial report. Correspondence was read. A report was given on our successful family day held in August. FAC Annie Vahalik reported on Diabetes Prevention Month, domino tournaments, and other upcoming activities and events. Alton Chudej was recognized as the only veteran present and was thanked for his service to our country. He served in the United States Army from 1961 to 1963 during the Cuban Crisis. Christmas Party—December 9 Final plans were made for the Christmas party this Sunday, December 9 at Vsetin Czech Moravian Brethren Church Hall beginning at 11:30 a.m. with registration. At noon, a meal of fried chicken provided by the lodge will be served. Ladies of the lodge are asked to bring a side dish and/or dessert. There will be songs, door prizes, and bingo with prizes provided by the lodge. Members voted to contribute $100 to the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive
and $50 to Hallettsville St. Nicholas Ministry. Election of officers was held with all present officers being re-elected. Meeting Dates for 2019 Meeting dates for 2019 were selected and are as follows: Sunday, February 10; Sunday, April 14; Sunday, July 14; Sunday, August 18 (Family Day); Sunday, November 10; and Sunday, December 8 (Christmas party). Members voted to join Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce. Director Kaspar talked to members regarding various SPJST activities and projects. It was very informative and interesting. She also handed out pocket and magnet calendars to members, which everyone was happy to receive. RGA Covarrubia told members she is ready to assist our lodge and is looking forward to serving and helping our lodge and district grow. FAC Annie then had an activity for members. She showed members how to make a pumpkin out of orange tissue and bathroom tissue with stems of cinnamon sticks and green curly ribbon. Everyone participated and had a fun time. Door prize winners were Marlyn Sevcik, Vicky Zak, Annie Vahalik, Helen Zabransky, Jennifer Hessler, Gayenell Chudej, Patsy Zabransky, and Alton Chudej. Lunch was served and enjoyed along with visiting. We hope to see you at the Christmas party on December 9. Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 9, Snook Christmas program this Sunday, Dec. 9 Lodge 9, Snook youth will present a Christmas program this Sunday, December 9, and everyone is invited. There will be a potluck beginning at 4 p.m. with the program to follow. Fraternally, Hannah Kovar, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 18, Elgin plans for New Year’s Eve dance SPJST Lodge 18, Elgin Trustees have been busy making repairs at the hall. Now, it’s time to start decorating for the holidays. Those who attend the dances say the hall always looks great. To you trustees and few faithful members, thank you for keeping the hall going. To the faithful dancers who come, thank you, and let’s keep dancing. Christmas and New Year’s Eve Dances The Christmas dances are here with the Red Ravens on Sunday, December 9 and Glen Collins on Sunday, December 16. The New Year’s Eve band is country western band Glen Collins. Bring your friends, and come out to see our great hall. You know if dance attendance keeps
Lodge 4, Hallettsville members make pumpkin crafts at meeting
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 4, Hallettsville members work on their pumpkin crafts at the November 11, 2018, meeting. From left are Jennifer Hessler, Marlyn Sevcik, and Vicky Zak. RIGHT PHOTO: Happy members shown with their pumpkins are, front, left to right, Gayenell Chudej, Jennifer Hessler, Marlyn Sevcik,
and Vicky Zak. Back: District Six Regional General Agent Carolina Covarrubia, District Six Director Karen Kaspar, Alton Chudej, Helen Zabransky, and Annie Vahalik. Not pictured is photographer Patsy Zabransky. —Submitted by Patsy Zabransky, Reporter
VĚSTNÍK dropping, dancing at the Elgin SPJST Hall could be a thing of the past. Some of the bands have cancelled for 2019. The attendance is so low it’s not profitable for bands to come. Most have a long drive, and they have jobs to go to on Monday. It’s a big disappointment to play to a small crowd. Where else can you come and have a party with family and friends and not have to pay rent? We love to see families come. You couch potatoes come get some exercise; it’s good for your health. We have elected officers for 2019, they will be installed in December at the meeting. With the Christmas season here, we will have refreshments at the December meeting - just a little something to thank the officers and trustees for working so hard to keep the hall going. “Happy Birthday” was sung to Jeanette Peterson. Irene Vrabel, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 20, Granger plans Sunday, Dec. 9 Christmas lunch After partaking in a delicious taco dinner provided by Gilbert Bohac, President Bridget Bohac called the November meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance. The Lord’s Prayer was recited. Secretary Jvonne Elwood called roll. Treasurer Brenna Bohac was absent. Jvonne then read the minutes from the September meeting. Brita Bohac made a motion to accept the minutes as read; Gilbert seconded. All members voted to accept the minutes. Correspondence for the month consisted of a letter detailing annual officer elections and a card from Albin Machu, who is our RVOS insurance representative. Bridget gave the October financial report. We had $822.10 in expenditures and $400 in rentals. She also reported on the balance. FAC updates were a recommendation to check out Lost Maples State Park to experience the beautiful fall foliage, information on diabetes prevention, new forms that were issued outlining youth leader responsibilities, and fraternalist of the year nominations are due by December 29. Old business discussed was that Bridget contacted the city again concerning the abnormally high water meter readings we experienced early in the year. The city maintains that the readings are correct and advised that remov-
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Lodge 29, Taylor gives to Shepherd’s Heart Food Pantry
Members of Lodge 29, Taylor presented a donation to the board members of Shepherd’s Heart Pantry on November 16, 2018. Lodge 29 members are, pictured right to left, Secretary/Reporter Linda Pospisil, Vice President Sharon Kaderka, and Property Committee members Leonard Kaderka and Jesse Pospisil.
ing the meter to check its accuracy will cost the lodge at least $100. Members decided to continue to monitor the meter. Other old business was the youth club conducted a food drive for the local food panty. It was decided that members would bring non-perishable items to the December Christmas lunch to add to this collection. Moving on to new business, visitor and District Two Director Jesse Pospisil informed members that if we want to receive a 2019 SPJST Calendar, we must request one if we’re not already on the Vestnik mailing list. Instructions are in the Vestnik, or call the Home Office to request one. Next Meeting/Christmas Lunch— December 9 The December meeting/Christmas lunch has been slated for Sunday, December 9 at 11 a.m. at Sirloin Stockade in Taylor. This year, the lunch will include youth club members. Adult members, don’t forget to bring your non-perishable donations for the food drive. Doris Bell made a motion to adjourn the meeting; Brita seconded the motion. All members voted in favor of adjournment. After adjournment, a door prize drawing was held with items brought by Jesse and Linda Pospisil. Thank you, Jesse and Linda, for the gifts! Jvonne Lalla Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 24, Cyclone Christmas party Monday, Dec. 10 Lodge 24, Cyclone’s Christmas party is at Oscar Store on Monday, December 10 at 6:30 p.m. with a choice of chicken fried steak or chicken breast. For the lodge, Bobby Hoelscher, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard posts invitation to bid on storage building Bid proposal for: Block 9, Lot 11 - 0.1148 acre Leveridge Street East Bernard, Texas Commercial Storage Building 288 square feet/same location To Whom It May Concern: SPJST Lodge 28, East Bernard will be accepting bids for the above referenced property. The land and the building will be sold together as a unit. Bids must be postmarked no later than January 7, 2019. Bids received after this date will not be accepted. If you are interested in submitting a bid, it must be mailed to the name and address listed:
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Lodge 28 c/o Glenn Kaminsky 902 River Oaks Court East Bernard, Texas 77435 Bids must be typed and signed in ink. All bids received by the deadline date will be reviewed by the officers of Lodge 28 at Wharton County Library at 11 a.m. on January 12, 2019. The officers will select the winning bid. The officers have the right to reject any and all bids at their discretion. Upon selection of the winning bid, Lodge 28 will notify the winning bidder. Lodge 28 will advise the selected bidder of the date, time, and location to deliver a cashier’s check for the amount of the bid. Thank you for your consideration of this invitation to bid. Glenn Kaminsky, President —SPJST—
Lodge 35, Elk plans Sunday, Dec. 9 Christmas party On Wednesday, November 14, 2018, President Randy Pavelka called the Lodge 35, Elk and Elk Hall meetings to order at 7:20 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by officers, members, and guests. Secretary Carla Price read the minutes from the October meeting and with corrections, they were approved. Treasurer Barbara gave her October report, and it was approved. Floor chairman Gene Pavelka reported a great month for the hall. Bar chairman Randy Pavelka gave a great report also. Old business was getting the phone company to turn off the hall phone to now use a cell phone. Barbara was to check into getting a new company to pick up our trash as the present one had gotten so expensive. New business discussed was the amount of reimbursement checks given to the workers. It was decided on and approved by members. Next, we elected officers for 2019. A motion was made by Bobby Kubitza to keep the same slate of officers for the coming year. Donnie Pavelka seconded the motion, and it was approved. Officers for 2019 are: President Randy Pavelka Vice President Fred Kubitza Secretary Carla Price Treasurer Barbara Pavelka Reporter Janie Brewer
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Everyone would like to thank these hard-working members for all of their time to help keep our lodge up and going. It takes a lot of hard work and time to be at the hall every Saturday night then the clean up after these functions that take place at our lodge hall. Let’s keep it going for a long time for our future generations. Happy birthday, Donnie Pavelka! He celebrated a birthday on November 13. Many wishes to you for more happy and healthy years to come. We had 12 members and two guests present. The meeting was adjourned at 7:58 p.m. Next Meeting—December 9 The next meeting will be Sunday, December 9 at 3 p.m., and we will have our Christmas party, too. Fraternally yours, Janie Brewer, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 39, Bryan members to sing at nursing home this Friday, Dec. 7 Dear Readers, Lodge 39, Bryan will be singing at the Lampstand Health and Rehab, 2001 East 29th Street, Bryan, Texas this Friday, December 7, 2018. We would love for everyone to come out and join us. The nursing home residents love to see and sing along with us, too. We will be meeting at 5 p.m. and start singing at 5:15 p.m. Afterwards, we will go back to the lodge hall for our Christmas party. Please bring a white elephant gift in the $10 price range. We hope to see you all soon. Call for questions 979406-0158. Sincerely, Binnie Ann Matejka Roesler Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje reports on October meeting SPJST Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje held its regular monthly meeting at 1 p.m. on Sunday, October 14, 2018, at the lodge hall. President Cathy Garcia called the meeting to order. She led members in saying the Pledge of Allegiance. President Cathy asked member Ardis Bacak to lead members in silence and a prayer for the departed members. We also remembered the sick in our community and the men and women in our military. President Cathy called the roll of officers. All were present except for two. Minutes were read by President Cathy Garcia. There were no additions or corrections. They stand as read. President Cathy gave the treasurer’s report. Ardis Bacak made a motion to accept the report as read. Mary Ann Cerny seconded the motion. The motion was passed. Vice President Norma O’Canas read communications from SPJST Home Office. A motion was made by Ardis Bacak to accept Joanna Marek as a new member into our lodge. Mary Ann Cerny sec-
onded the motion. The motion passed. There was no old or new business. President Cathy gave her youth club report. SPJST youth helped at their Catholic church picnic. We were very happy to have District Six Regional General Agent Carolina Covarrubia to attend our meeting. She gave a short report about insurance sales. The meeting was adjourned at 1:47 p.m Fraternally, Ardis Bacak —SPJST—
Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje reports on November meeting SPJST Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje held its regular monthly meeting at 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 11, 2018, at the lodge hall. President Cathy Garcia called the meeting to order and led members in saying the Pledge of Allegiance. We had a moment of silence for our departed members, especially Inez Villarreal, longtime member and officer of our lodge. Our thoughts and prayers are
Otis and Nancy Meier celebrate 50th anniversary
with her family. We also remembered the sick in our community and the men and women in our military. President Cathy called the meeting to order. She called the roll of officers. All officers were present except three were absent. Minutes were read by President Cathy Garcia. There were no additions or corrections to the minutes. They stand as read. President Cathy gave the treasurer’s report. Ardis Bacak made a motion to accept the treasurer’s report as read. Vlasta Bartos seconded the motion. The vote was passed. President Garcia read communications from the SPJST Home Office. Vlasta Bartos made a motion to accept Domingo Estrada as a new member into our lodge. Georgia Henderson seconded the motion. The motion was voted on and passed by the members. Vlasta Bartos had nothing to report about the cemetery. President Cathy gave her youth club report. The youth club will have its youth club meeting today at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall. Cathy talked about the youth club volunteering and helping at the city’s annual Thanksgiving feast at El Campo’s Civic Center on Thanksgiving Day. Members would like to thank District Six Director Karen Kaspar for coming and joining us at our meeting. She gave a brief report about the SPJST Home Office. We enjoyed having you, Karen. The meeting adjourned at 1:45 p.m. Fraternally, Ardis Bacak —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes Billy Holt for New Year’s Eve
Congratulations to Otis and Nancy Meier of Oenaville, Texas, who celebrated their 50th anniversary with a family dinner. Nancy Schuetz of Leroy married Otis Meier on November 23, 1968, at St. Paul Church in Gerald. Nancy is a housewife, and Otis retired from Temple Fire Department after 27 years. He is still farming in East Bell
County. The couple has three children Sherry Kosel and husband Brian of Cyclone, Kerri Meier of Seaton, and Barry Meier of Temple. They also have two grandchildren, Brandon and Katie Kosel of Cyclone. Otis and Nancy are both members of Lodge 47, Seaton. —SPJST—
Make plans to attend the New Year’s Eve dance at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall on Monday, December 31, 2018, with music by Billy Holt. Tickets are $25 per couple, $15 for singles, and no charge for kids ages 12 and under. Please contact Edwin Pechal at 254721-2887 or Brandon Bartek at 254624-4119 for tickets. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 51, Ellinger Christmas dinner Friday, Dec. 7 Lodge 51, Ellinger meets this Friday, December 7, 2018, at Ellinger Fire Station at 6 p.m. Following the meeting, a stew dinner will be served. All members are invited to come and celebrate Christmas with us. Please bring a dessert. We hope to see you there. Fraternally, Diane Marusik, FAC —SPJST—
Lodge 63 Sweet Home Christmas social Thursday, Dec. 6 Lodge 63, Sweet Home will hold its meeting and Christmas social this Thursday, December 6, 2018, at Tobola’s Party House beginning at 6:30 p.m. Festivities will begin with a happy hour, followed by a short business meeting and a meal. Someone with a birthday in the last half of the year will win a birthday cake. Since this is our Christmas social, gifts will be exchanged with the price set at about $5. Gifts should be tagged as being for a lady, gentleman, or child. Since this is also St. Nicholas Day, we will be giving out bags of fruit and candy. For those of you coming to the Party House for the first time, it is located on FM 531, just off the intersection with SH 77A on the way to Sweet Home. Note the change in day and time due to scheduling difficulties. We hope to see you on Thursday, December 6 in Sweet Home. Happy Holidays! Elaine Berkovsky FAC/Reporter —SPJST—
Wednesday, December 5, 2018
Lodge 66, Waco elects 2019 officers
Door prize winner was Dorothy Veselka. The 100 percent winner was also Dorothy Veselka.
The meeting of SPJST Lodge 66, Waco was called to order by President John Engelke on Monday, November 19, 2018, at St. Paul’s Church at 6 p.m. with all officers present. Present were 11 members and three guests - Joan Shelton, Fiona Galler, and Reid Galler. Members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and motto. Members stood for a moment of silence for William “Bill” Sinkule. Secretary Sister Dana McAdams read the minutes of the October 15 meeting, and they were approved as read. Sister Dana McAdams received a letter from Tamara Gettys of the SPJST Home Office needing any changes of officers’ addresses. Sister Diana Engelke received a thank you note from Regional Director Major Jim Taylor of the Salvation Army regarding the October donation of $127.98 for 54 meals. Sister Dorothy Veselka reported that she sent a sympathy card to the family of William Sinkule on the death of William. Bookkeeper Sister Diana Engelke gave the bookkeeping report. Sister Diana Engelke read the names of candidates for membership to Lodge 66. Johnny Gaidusek, Jr. wrote up Jeronimo A. Olvera, Maria Olvera. Larry Matula wrote up Marisa Ramos and Annalice Matula. Clifford Randal House wrote up James Alvin Ritchie. All were accepted into Lodge 66. Sister Diana Engelke read a resolution of sympathy on William Bill Sinkule. May he rest in peace. FAC Sister Diana Engelke read a letter from State Fraternal Director Frank Horak for November. We were honored to have a veteran at our meeting today - Mr. Weldon Galler. President Engelke reported on the District Three Fall Fun Day that was held in Dallas on Sunday, October 28. A donation of $100 will be made to Shepherd’s Heart for November. Sister Dana McAdams was elected fraternalist of the year from Lodge 66. Election of officers for 2019 was held:
Next Meeting—December 11 The next Lodge 66 meeting will be held on December 11 at Heitmiller’s at 6 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 6:40 p.m. Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka, Reporter —SPJST—
President John Engelke Vice President Michael Galler FAC/Treasurer/Financial Secretary Diana Engelke Secretary Dana McAdams Reporter Dorothy Veselka Guide Douglas Galler
Lodge 81, Needville Christmas meeting Sunday, Dec.16 Lodge 81, Needville will meet Sunday, December 16, 2018. Ham and sausage will be 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 Christmas party this Sunday, Dec. 9 at Gaylord Texan Lodge 84, Dallas will host its Christmas party this Sunday, December 9, 2018, at Gaylord Texan Resort, 1501 Gaylord Trail in Grapevine, Texas 76051. Arrival time is 10 a.m. Please check in with Vicki Sims and/or Lynda Novak. Lunch buffet will be served at 11 a.m. Reservations were due by November 18. Following the luncheon, members are encouraged to enjoy other Christmas family activities that the Gaylord Texan offers. If you need more information about the Gaylord activities and the costs of the activities, go online to Gaylord Texan Seasonal Entertainment or call 1-817-778-1000. We hope to see you this Sunday, December 9 as we enjoy a delicious Christmas lunch together. Vicki Sims Fraternal Activities Coordinator (FAC) —SPJST—
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Lodge 87, Temple to discuss selling hall’s pasture land Members will discuss consideration for the sale of pasture land adjoining Lodge 87, Temple’s hall grounds during the next monthly meeting on Sunday, December 16, 2018, at 2 p. m. Anyone interested in participating in discussion of the pasture land is invited to attend the meeting at 320 North 50th Street in Temple. Directions: From East Adams, turn north onto North 50th Street, travel two-tenths of a mile, and the lodge hall is on the left. Fraternally, Carolyn Greene, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi couple celebrates golden anniversary
Jill and Jerry Sijansky celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married November 22, 1968. The couple has four children and their mates and are blessed with 10 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Jerry and Jill are both members of SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi. —SPJST—
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Lodge 88, Houston annual meeting this Sunday, Dec. 9 Dear Members, Lodge 88, Houston’s annual meeting will be held on Sunday, December 9, 2018. A light lunch will be served at 12 noon, and the meeting will begin at 1:15 p.m. We encourage everyone to attend to see what is happening at Lodge 88 especially items related to discussion on putting in a swimming pool. Fraternally, Janice Jahns, President —SPJST—
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Lodge 91, San Jacinto Christmas party this Saturday, Dec. 8
Lodge 97, Placedo Christmas party Saturday, Dec. 8
Dear Members, You and a guest are invited to SPJST Lodge 91, San Jacinto’s annual Christmas party this Saturday, December 8, 2018, at 11 a.m. at the Golden Corral, located at 4610 Garth Road in Baytown, Texas. A short business meeting will be held followed by lunch and door prizes. Please bring a small amount of dog or cat food as entry into the party. We look forward to seeing you there. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from SPJST Lodge 91, San Jacinto! Fraternally, Vonda Smesny, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 97, Placedo invites all to our Christmas party. We will meet at The VeraCruz Restaurant this Saturday, December 8, 2018, at 11 a.m. Please bring your pull tabs and some nonperishable food to give to the Food Bank. Come share the season joy with us. Fraternally, Judy Bellanger Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 141, Sealy meets Tuesday, Dec. 11 meeting The Tuesday, December 11, 2018, meeting will be at Tony’s Restaurant starting at 6 p.m. The cost of members’ meals will be covered by the lodge. Come meet your fellow lodge members and have an enjoyable time. Bernice Stolarski Secretary/FAC/Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 80, Holland hosts St. Stephen’s Women’s Society’s Turkey Bingo On November 11, 2018, SPJST Lodge 80, Holland hosted St. Stephen’s Women’s Society’s Turkey Bingo. Since turkey bingo had outgrown St. Stephen Catholic Church’s parish hall, the women needed a larger venue to hold this event. As a sign of fraternity and helpfulness, Lodge 80 offered the hall as a place for turkey bingo. One can see from these pictures, it was a great success!
As it was Veterans Day, all veterans in attendance were invited to come forward and tell their name and where they served. They were each presented a small token of appreciation, donated by Lodge 80. The SSWS gave them each a free bingo card. —Submitted by Risa Pajestka —SPJST—
LEFT PHOTO: Intrepid and dedicated kitchen workers, left to right, Barbara Hill, Paula Weir, and Carol Wolf had delicious treats and eats ready for everyone to enjoy. CENTER PHOTO: Connie Horak, left, and
St. Stephen’s Women’s Society member Judy Fulfer prepare for the day. RIGHT PHOTO: A great time was had by all for this beneficial fraternal event.
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 80 members and friends play together. They are Helen Pajestka, Janie Luna, Angie Hernandez, John and Bernice Hernandez, James Sladecek, and EC Mazoch and across from Helen is her granddaughter Victoria Zajicek and great-granddaughter Bethany Za-
jicek. CENTER PHOTO: Veterans tell about their branch of service. RIGHT PHOTO: Connie Horak and Paula Weir of Lodge 80, Holland distribute gifts to the Veterans.
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Lodge 142, Houston Christmas luncheon, annual meeting this Sunday, Dec. 9 The monthly meeting of Lodge 142, Houston was held on Sunday, November 18, 2018, in the annex building of Lodge 88, Houston. At 1 p.m., a social and a delicious catered meal of turkey, dressing, and all the trimmings was served. Dennis Hermis led us in a prayer of thanks. President Keith Kieschnick called the meeting to order at 2:20 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ryder Butera. Roll call of officers showed all present except Flag Bearer Zoe Saxton and Sales Agents Connie Carter and Stacey Kellen. Present were 39 members and guest Chris Comberrel. Secretary Elizabeth Hermis read the October minutes. Debra Ngo moved to approve the minutes, seconded by Kerry
Wednesday, December 5, 2018 Herrington. Minutes were then approved. Financial Secretary/Treasurer Mary Ann Kieschnick read the October financials. All approved the report as read. Correspondence was read by Mary Ann regarding donation requests. We had five new members - Emerson Farrell, Cassidy Farrell, Jennifer Lewis, Jonathan Taylor, and Arlene Robinson, Motion was made by Jack Manchack, seconded by Karole Coleman, to accept the new members. All approved them. Welcome to our lodge! Youth Leader Catherine Manchack reported present were five youth club members and guests Addison Arceneaux and District Five Youth Counselor Barbara Linney-Gonzalez. Lodge 88, Houston’s Christmas party is Saturday, December 1. Fajitas will be served, and Santa will make a visit. Five youth and four adults visited animal rescue center Who Rescued Who and brought various items. Seven youth and three adult members rode on the Mickey and
Minnie and SPJST Christmas Float in the Tomball Christmas Parade. Afterwards, they went to CiCi’s Pizza and Boomers. President Keith excused Catherine and her youth at this time to have their youth club meeting. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Pat Schleider reminded all of election of officers in December, fraternalist of the year names, and youth leader information and guidelines. She also recognized our Veterans - Steve Roznovsky, Jack Dowling, Jack Manchack, and J.R. Coleman. Thank you for your service! President Keith spoke on new business, rental issues, and rules and regulations and renumeration committee changes. Nominating committee is Kerry Herrington, Walter Rosilier, and J.R. Coleman. Birthdays for November are Mary Ann Kieschnick on the 15th, Mike Schleider on the 16th, and Mo Dunn on the 23rd. Anniversaries are Steve and JoDein Roznovsky - 62 years on November 12,
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Jack and Catherine Manchack - 43 years on November 22, and Amanda and Brent Muzny - three years on November 28. Prizes were awarded for oldest male member - Walter Rosilier, oldest female - Jennifer Lewis, and youngest youth in attendance - Brielle Comberrel. Door prizes were given out. Capsule drawing went unclaimed. Not present were Robert Beyer, Ronald Machac, Joyce Molnosky, Bradley Blahuta, Elsie Hermis, and Misty Battaglia. The meeting adjourned at 3:25 p.m. Next Meeting/Christmas Luncheon— December 9 The next meeting will be Sunday, December 9. A catered Christmas luncheon will be served at 1 p.m. This is our annual meeting and the election of lodge officers. Please be in attendance at this meeting in the annex at Lodge 88, Houston. Fraternally, Elizabeth Hermis, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 80, Holland hosts Turkey Bingo Thursday, November 15, 2018, was turkey bingo at SPJST Lodge 80, Holland. Everyone at Lodge 80 bingo received a free numbered ticket for a chance to win a turkey or a cake. Fifteen turkeys were given to some lucky winners as well as five cakes bought as a donation to the Holland High School Ag Mechanics bake sale.
The ag mechanics students’ bake sale held at Lodge 80 was to raise money for the students to travel to major ag shows in the spring semester. Everyone seemed to have a great time at turkey bingo. —SPJST—
LEFT PHOTO: Frank Pajestka, Jr. calls the winning numbers. Helen Pajestka and Janie Luna are pictured at the table. PHOTO 2: Ann Jarolik wins a turkey. PHOTO 3: Winners are pictured with Paula Weir, far left.
PHOTO 5: Cake winners are pictured with Joe Liles, center. RIGHT PHOTO: More turkey winners. —Submitted by Risa Pajestka
LEFT PHOTO: Cake winners with Danny Hendrix and Joyce Martinets, in back.CENTER PHOTO: Lucky turkey winners with Joe Liles, far left.
RIGHT PHOTO: Turkey winners with Danny Hendrix and Joyce Martinets, in back.
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Lodge 151, Wharton meets Tuesday, Dec. 11 SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton will hold its quarterly meeting and Christmas social on Tuesday, December 11, 2018, at Wharton Depot Museum, located at 100 Sunset Street in Wharton. Please note the date change from the second Monday to the second Tuesday in December. A catered turkey and dressing meal
will be served at 6:30 p.m. Please RSVP to Carolyn Bucek at 979-532-1910 before Wednesday, December 5 if you plan to attend. Members will furnish the desserts. The presentation of SPJST 75-year membership pins will take place after the meal. Seventy-five year members are Edna Emma Kacal, Emma Mladenka, and Alfred Martin Sabrsula. Members of the recipients’ families are invited to attend as guests.
Officer Elections Officers for 2019 will be elected. Members with birthdays in October, November, and December will be honored. Please note the date change on your calendar. We hope to see you. Fraternally, Janie Bucek Secretary/FAC —SPJST—
FORT WORTH LODGES 92 AND 154 PARTICIPATE IN FORT WORTH PARADE OF LIGHTS Sunday, November 18, 2018 • Downtown Fort Worth, Texas
Merry Christmas!
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Lodge 182 Falls County Christmas party Friday, Dec. 7
Lodge 187 Round Rock Christmas dinner Sunday, Dec. 9
Lodge 182, Falls County will be having a membership drive and Christmas party this Friday, December 7, 2018, at 6 p.m. at Lakeview Drive-In Restaurant, located at 1008 N Highway 6 in Marlin Texas. We invite everyone to come out to learn about SPJST and celebrate the season! Fraternally, Becky Beckendorf Youth Leader —SPJST—
The November meeting started with a moment of silence for all the veterans that have passed. Tom Etheredge discussed all the events from the Home Office including the Christmas parade in Temple that SPJST will have its floats in. Tom mentioned to continue with the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. You know that every little bit helps our kids continue to further their education. Tom also talked about that S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Center in Taylor needs volunteer to assist with activities. Tom reminded us all, with the upcoming holidays, that we should all eat healthy and stay away from those fad diets. We also welcomed guests District Two Director Jesse and Linda Pospisil. Jesse talked about living life to the fullest, and we all discussed the passing of several members. We discussed our yearly charities and
Lodge 182 Falls County supports community food pantries SPJST Lodge 182, Falls County met Sunday, November 11, 2018, at The Chicken Place in Marlin at 3 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Becky Beckendorf in the absence of Jason. The Pledge of Allegiance was said. Ten members were present. The youth made combined Thanksgiving and Christmas cards for patients at Golden Years Convalescent Center of Marlin. The current 2018 officers were voted on by acclamation to serve in 2019. The motion was made and approved to have the Christmas party on Friday, December 7 at Lakeview Drive-In at 6 p.m. This will also be a time to welcome potential new members to join us. Games and prizes were discussed. A motion was made and approved to donate $100 each to Marlin Food for Families, Chilton Food Pantry, and Two Loaves and Five Fish Pantry in Riesel. Motion was made to adjourn the meeting. We enjoyed some Blue Bell ice cream even though it was cold outside! Fraternally, Becky Beckendorf Treasurer/Reporter —SPJST—
indisputably chose V.A. Dogs, Hope Alliance, and Taylor Senior Nutrition Center. A big thank you goes to Jesse and Linda Pospisil for bringing door prizes. Carla Krenek once again did an amazing entertainment project. We all made Christmas cards to be taken to Taylor Senior Center. It was fun. I loved watching the kiddos decorate the cards with the Christmas stickers. November birthdays go to Eldon Lange, Linda Johnson, Kember Meyer, Kadnce Meyer, Cale W. Rolhak, Jud Scott, Mary Ann Fojtik, Kenneth Werchan, Helen Joyce McVey, Carl Alan Peterson, Linda Larson, Scott Alan Harman, Kim David Heintze, Lana Kaye Michalski, Julie M. Kiley, William A. Cleveland, Deandra Rae Roman, Susan E. Krueger, Tracy Lynn Scaparra, Brandon Noel Larson, Mirynda Ashley Smith, and Jude Keegan Scott. We ended our gathering with a wonderful turkey and ham with all the trimmings potluck dinner. Thank you all for bringing the tasteful, filling side dishes and desserts. A huge thanks bunches goes to Rubie Volek for cooking the
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turkey, ham, stuffing, and giblet gravy. You are truly blessed in your cooking skills, and we are all thankful for that. Next Gathering—December 9 The next gathering will be Sunday, December 9. We will be having a Christmas fajita dinner, and all just needs to bring some sweets for the table. We will also be doing our famous gift exchange! All that wants to join in needs to bring a new gift valued from $10 to $12. Please bring a small gift for your little ones to join in on the fun. Jennifer McCarthy, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 142, Houston members enjoy Tomball Parade of Lights Saturday, November 17, 2018 • Downtown Tomball, Texas
Lodge 142, Houston members are ready for the Tomball Holiday Parade on Saturday, November 17, 2018. RIGHT PHOTO: Ryder Butera, left, and Zac Coleman are pictured on the float. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 142 Youth Leader Catherine Manchack hugs Minnie Mouse on the float. BELOW
PHOTO 2: Mickey gets a hug from Caleb Ngo. BELOW PHOTO 3: Karol Coleman, left, and Debra Ngo. RIGHT PHOTO: Caleb Ngo gets pulled in all directions by Brielle Comberrel, Embry Butera, Emily Lewis, and Kaleigh Lewis while waiting for the parade to begin!
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Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station Christmas dinner Sunday, Dec. 9 Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station invites all members and guests to attend the December meeting and annual Christmas dinner this Sunday, December 9, 2018, at 12:30 p.m. It will be at the Brazos County Senior Center, located at 1402 Bristol Street in Bryan, on the street behind Hillier Funeral Home. A good meal will be provided. Members are asked to bring a dessert to share. We urge all members to attend this annual lodge dinner. To ensure that enough food will be prepared, please RSVP to Henry Mayo 979-777-1426 cell or 979-693-5818 - home. If no answer, please leave a message with your attendance number. You may also email your RSVP to hpmayo@gmail.com. Remember, we are all in the SPJST family, and it is important to share in this fraternal activity and keep our lodge active. As always, there will be door prizes! Bring your kids and grandkids. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, December 9! Henry Mayo, President —SPJST—
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Lodge 202 Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 9 SPJST Lodge 202, Jourdanton w i l l host a Christmas party this Sunday, December 9, 2018, at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center. A turkey and ham meal with all the trimmings will be served, and games will be played. Please bring canned food and/or toys for ACCEPT. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 219, El Paso Christmas party Friday, Dec. 14 SPJST Lodge 219, El Paso invites all members to a Christmas party on Friday December 14, 2018, at Angel’s Wings Adult Daycare, located at 8517 Lockheed Drive in El Paso, Texas 79925 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Join us for an evening of fun and camaraderie along with prizes and giveaways! For more information, contact Francisco Viniegra at 915-203-3124. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Lodge 219, El Paso! Fraternally, Francisco Viniegra Vice President —SPJST—
Lodge 246 Morgan’s Point reports on November meeting SPJST Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point met Saturday, November 3, 2018, at Dynasty Chinese Restaurant in Temple. President Ingrid Petrik welcomed all members and guests Ricki Dixon, Brandon Girod, Cynthia Lee, Linda Pospisil, and District Two Director Jesse Pospisil to the appreciation luncheon and meeting. The meeting was called to order at
Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy Christmas party Thursday, Dec. 6 Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy invites you to its annual Christmas party this Thursday, December 6, 2018, at Taylor Hall, located at 100 Fourth Street in Eddy, at 6 p.m. Come enjoy a delicious dinner catered by Ratibor Country Grill owners Edwin and Judy Pechal of Lodge 47, Seaton. The evening will also include games, door prizes, and a great time! Please bring a dessert and a wrapped gift valued at $5 for a fun exchange game. RSVP with your name and number attending by Thursday, November 29 by calling Frances McBride at 254-5341930 or Michael Hosch at 254-9130273. Please leave a message if no answer. We look forward to seeing you at the party, and we wish you a happy Thanksgiving and a merry Christmas! Fraternally, Michael D. Hosch Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
11:45 a.m. by President Petrik. After the Pledge of Allegiance and a silent prayer, the minutes from the October meeting were presented by Secretary Melanie Zavodny. Treasurer James L. Lee, III presented information on the lodge’s checking and savings accounts. Vice President Susan Hutton reported on the lodge’s donation to community supporter Danny McDonald for a benefit held in October. The lodge contributed $150 to the benefit, and Susan presented the check on October 13 in Belton. Danny was injured in a bicycle accident while he was participating in a benefit ride. He has ridden his bicycle in honor of many individuals to raise thousands of dollars for cancer research, and he has also organized fundraisers for various charitable causes helping many people in their most desperate time of need. We wish Danny the best in his recovery. Members collected non-perishable food and personal items for Helping Hands Ministry in Belton. Helping Hands Ministry cultivates an environment in which individuals and families are empowered to work out of systematic poverty and toward wholeness, throughout ministries of relief, development, and advocacy. District Two Director Jesse Pospisil announced that he is contributing $150 from his discretionary fund for the charity. We appreciate Jesse’s discretionary fund donation and also his and Linda’s personal donation for Helping Hands. Members also discussed contributing to Billy Ray and Pam Crow of Rogers, whose home was destroyed in a fire on November 1. Lodge members decided to donate $150 to the couple to assist them in their time of need. The 2019 officers were then elected. They are: President Ingrid Petrik Vice President Susan Hutton Fraternal Activities Coordinator Charlie Herendon Secretary/Reporter Melanie Zavodny Treasurer David Nauert
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Members expressed appreciation to James L. Lee, III for serving as a lodge officer for the past 10 years. James has served in the positions of president, secretary, and treasurer. The 2019 meeting dates were set as Tuesday, January 8; Tuesday, March 12; Saturday, May 4; Tuesday, July 9; Tuesday, September 10; and Tuesday, November 12. Locations of the meetings will be announced. The meeting was adjourned at 12:15 p.m. Everyone then enjoyed the buffet meal. Door prizes were donated by
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David and Melanie Zavodny Nauert. The homemade baked goods from Seaton Brethren Church Christian Sisters Bake were won by Charlie Herendon and Ricki Dixon. Next Meeting—January 8 The next meeting is Tuesday, January 8 at 11:30 a.m. at Olive Garden Restaurant in Temple. Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point hosts Appreciation Lunch Saturday, November 3, 2018 • Dynasty Chinese Restaurant in Temple • Submitted by Melanie Zavodny, Reporter
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point members and guests enjoy an appreciation lunch at Dynasty Chinese Restaurant in Temple to celebrate the holiday season. CENTER PHOTO: Pictured are Ingrid Petrik, Melanie Zavodny, and David Nauert. RIGHT PHOTO: District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and wife Linda and grandson Brandon Girod. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: The lodge was honored to have two
SPJST youth club members in attendance - Angelina Ringwald of Lodge 47, Seaton and Brandon Girod of Lodge 29, Taylor. BELOW PHOTOS: Left to right are Ricki Dixon and Charlie Herendon display their door prizes - homemade cinnamon rolls and kolaches; Cynthia and James L. Lee, III; siblings Susan Hutton and Ricki Dixon. The lodge proudly welcomes Ricki as a new member.
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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 December youth updates Happy Holidays! I hope you and your family had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Now, it’s on to Christmas! I am looking forward to the Christmas season. Youth leaders, please check the Vestnik to find out if the SPJST Float is coming to your community. Melanie is always looking for youth and parents to ride the floats. I enjoy seeing the photos of all the youth activities going on across the state. Thank you for sharing all your wonderful stories in the Vestnik. I know our members enjoy seeing everything you do as well. It is great that you do things in your community and that youth leaders and parents are giving their youth experiences that are unforgettable. Youth leaders and youth, I wish you and your family a joyous Christmas. Leaders, thank you for the gifts of time, energy, and perseverance that you devote to our young members through the SPJST Youth Program. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your SPJST family. Have a very merry Christmas.
SPJST Home Office, Temple Sunday, April 28 at 12 noon Lodge 25, Ennis Sunday, May 5 2019 SPJST Camps Leaders-in-Training/Teen Camp Saturday, June 15 to Wednesday, June 19 Junior Camp Session One Districts Three/Four/Five/Seven Wednesday, June 19 to Sunday, June 23 Junior Camp Session Two Districts One/Two/Six Tuesday, July 17 to Saturday, July 21 December 15 - Quarterly Reports Due Please make every effort to submit your quarterly reports before December
15. This is the report for September, October, and November. This report is used to help determine youth club funding and incentives. Not turning in a report could mean losing hundreds of dollars for your youth club.
Please encourage all of your youth club members to enter. The grand prize is a $100 Visa gift card and a free tee-shirt for the winner. Contest deadline is January 31, 2019. All participants receive two merit points and a participation certificate.
Other Important Dates LIT Applications Due Thursday, February 28, 2019 Applications will be posted on the SPJST website in December. This will be online registration. Camp Chaperone Applications Due Thursday, February 28, 2019 CampDoc.com All Youth Camper Applications Open first part of December. The 2019 Youth Leaders Training will be held at the SPJST Home Office on Saturday, March 23, 2019. This will be a one day event. All youth leaders are required to attend. If you are not able to attend, please start looking for someone who would be willing to attend on behalf of your lodge. Also, please note that if your lodge is interested in starting a youth club, you are more than welcome to send a representative from your lodge to this event. Time and agenda will be announced soon. We will be reviewing the 2019-2020 youth handbook, State Youth Achievement Day (YAD) job duties, and their responsibilities. 2019 SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest The camp tee-shirt theme is “Diving Deep with SPJST.” The official entry form is available online at spjst.org. I would really like for youth leaders to encourage some discussion on this topic during your next couple of meetings.
S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Is Still In Need Of Your Assistance S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living in Taylor is in need of volunteers to assist with activities at its skilled nursing home in Taylor. Activity Director Tara Schlesinger is asking for people to come and play dominoes, do puzzles, color, etc. on Saturdays or during the week for a couple of hours. If you or your lodge members are interested in assisting, please give Tara a call at 512-352-6337 or send an email to her at activities@spjstseniorliving.com. 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive Please remember to keep sending in your pennies for the SPJST 100 Pennies Scholarships Drive. All young people who donate at least $2 will receive two merit points. All young people who donate at least $5 will also receive a certificate. Youth leaders, if you do not have any of the 100 Pennies slips, please feel free to accept the donation and send it in on a piece of paper. Please be sure to include the name of the person making the donation and the amount of their donation. SPJST Youth Leader’s Role and Responsibilities During our fall District Youth Counselor (DYC) meeting, it was suggested to provide a letter in the November packet with the Youth Leader’s Role and Responsibilities. Please make sure you review these roles and responsibilities from time to time.
Lodge 30, Taiton youth dress in camo for November meeting
Save the Date! Youth Leaders Workshop Saturday, March 23, 2019 SPJST Home Office, Temple Chaperone training after workshop. 2019 Chaperone Training Camp Kubena, Ledbetter Saturday, April 6 at 1 p.m.
Since it was opening weekend of deer season, Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club members dressed in camouflage at the November meeting. LEFT PHOTO: Youth pictured in their camo. RIGHT PHOTO: Youth
participate in the November youth club meeting held at Taiton Community Center. —Submitted by Kirby Lange Assistant Youth Leader
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Please also remember that you are expected to provide your DYC with an audit report by March 1, 2019. President’s Volunteer Service Award The SPJST Youth Program is sponsoring the President’s Volunteer Service Awards for all SPJST youth who are eligible to receive the awards. No youth may receive more than one President’s Volunteer Service Award during the preceding calendar year. SPJST will recognize youth for volunteer service during January 1 through December 31, 2018. This is a great opportunity for our youth members, parents, and groups. Please read about the program on page
40 of the youth club handbook. Hours must be submitted by February 28. Log hours at www.presidentialserviceawards.gov. Please feel free to contact Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez for login information and any other questions that you may have. Merry Christmas! Fraternally, Frank Horak State Fraternal Director —SPJST—
State Duke ready to ride in Temple Christmas Parade I’m looking forward to riding in the Temple Christmas parade. It’s so much fun getting to ride in the Corvettes and wave to the crowd. I hope it’s not too cold though! Tyson Bilbrey, age 11 SPJST State Duke Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—
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Lodge 30, Taiton youth enjoys District Six Fall Fun Day Dear Vestnik Readers, We had our District Six Fall Fun Day at Taiton Hall. I had so much fun. We had it conjoined with Czech Heritage Society’s Dozinky Festival. They had the band called Czechaholics play for the day. I had so much fun dancing with the youth of Taiton and my grandpa. I can’t wait to do it again! Sincerely, Brittany Baker, age 15 —SPJST—
SPJST December Vestnik Project - The Wright Brothers This project earns a maximum 1 point in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Points System. Mail completed project no later than January 15, 2019 to: SPJST Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503
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The First Flight — Importance to the Space Program The Wright Brothers' first flight lasted just 12 seconds and made it into only four newspapers the next morning. The pioneering, 120-foot flight in a fragile airplane over Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, may have gone off with little fanfare that day in 1903, but it would soon have enormous implications that flew around the world. Brothers Orville and Wilbur Wright did not invent flight, but they became the Internet of their era with their invention of the Flyer. It was the first manned, powered, heavier-than-air and controlled-flight aircraft. It brought people and ideas together like never before. In just a few decades, the basics of their science and engineering became instrumental in warfare, put globalization on the map and man on the moon. On December 17, 1903, Orville climbed into the primitive cockpit and lifted the Flyer from the level ground of Kitty Hawk into the air. The Flyer flew for 12 seconds before landing with a thud 120 feet away. The brothers made four flights that day, the last one soaring 852 feet and lasting almost one minute. These flights launched the world into the aviation age and later the space program for good. Source: https://www.space.com/16634-wright-brothers-first-flight.html
1. The ___________________ Brothers' first flight lasted just 12 seconds. 2. It was the first manned, powered, heavier-than-air and controlled-flight ___________________. 3. In just a few decades, the basics of their science and engineering became instrumental in ___________________, put globalization on the map and man on the moon. 4. On Dec. 17, 1903, Orville climbed into the primitive cockpit and lifted the Flyer from the level ground of _____________ _______________ into the air. 5. These flights launched the world into the aviation age and later the __________________ program for good.
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Lodge 30, Taiton youth: fun at Dozinky festival Dear Vestnik Readers, Our district fall fun day was held in conjunction with the Dozinky Festival. I had so much fun presenting our talent and dancing with my grandparents and my fellow youth. I can’t wait until our next function! Sincerely, Bethany Baker, age 12 —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth celebrates special days Dear Vestnik Readers, I had a good Thanksgiving. I got to go to my MawMaw and PawPaw’s house in College Station. I had a fun time there. The turkey and dressing was my favorite. We also got to celebrate G G’s birthday. We had a birthday cake. We put up our Christmas tree at the beginning of the month. The Christmas tree is so pretty. Christmas is around the corner. I cannot wait! Fraternally, Travis Ordogne, age 6 —SPJST—
Fun Cousin Time Today is a fun day because we get to spend time with our cousins. It’s going to be a fun time. Tomorrow, we are going to have fun, too. Cotton Wood, age 8 ••• Cotton-stripping We are off for Thanksgiving. I am going to cotton-strip. I am going to work for my Grand Pal. Hunter Wood, age 12 ••• Best Season Ever We had our last football game a few weeks ago. We were 6 and 2, and we lost our last two games. It was the best season ever! Tanner Wood, age 14 ••• Hunting Season I shot a coyote. I also shot an eightpoint buck. Colt Schwertner, age 11
Favorite Time of the Year We just started cotton stripping, and this is one of my most favorite times of the year. It’s at my Nanny’s house, and I love to take my dog there. We just tarped our first module of 2018. I can’t wait till next year! Grace Schwertner, age 13
Lucas Ridgway Cernosek, who is a member of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, recently celebrated his ninth birthday on Monday, November 19, 2018. His grandparents arranged a pizza lunch for him and his friend CJ at school. Lucas also received a birthday-gram sung to him by the fifth grade choir that morning. He wore a gold crown, got a goodie bag, and had his picture taken. He enjoyed the day. Lucas also celebrated with family on a trip to the movies, and he enjoyed a sushi dinner with them. Lucas, who is in the third grade
this year, spends his free time saltwater fishing with his dad. He camps with the Boy Scouts and is learning to play the piano. He loves to watch Home Alone this time of year and is crazy about his birthday gift the Nintendo Switch. Lucas is the son of Allen Cernosek and Melissa Ridgway. He is the grandson of Susan and Wilbert Cernosek, and the greatgrandson of Betty Smith, who is a longtime member of Lodge 88, Houston. Happy Birthday, Lucas, from all your family and friends. —SPJST—
••• Basketball Time Today, I was fighting a knee problem. I started basketball. My first game, we won, but I didn’t play the second game. Tracy Schwertner, age 12 •••
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Happy 9th Birthday, Lucas Ridgway-Cernosek of Lodge 88, Houston!
Big Puppies I got sick Saturday, and I hope I get better. Our puppies are big now. Bella Schwertner, age 9 —SPJST—
Lodge 47, Seaton youth enjoys Thanksgiving break I had a wonderful Thanksgiving break with my family. We went bowling, played laser tag, and went to the movies. We also ate a really big Thanksgiving meal. Sydney Bilbrey, age 6 —SPJST—
Lodge 142, Houston members enjoy in Pioneer Day in Humble
••• Basketball Manager I am basketball manager. I love doing this. I do it for seventh and eighth grade teams. I love being manager because I can see the hot guys there. Love, Olivia Schwertner, age 15 •••
Despite the cold weather, on Saturday, November 10, 2018, Lodge 142, Houston members Charity Manchack, Louie Terrazas, and Jolin Havies and friends visited Pioneer Day at Jones Park in Humble,
Texas. The group learned to grind corn into meal to make cornbread which they said was good. They dressed up and protected their covered wagon. They also made paper bags.
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The Cunning Little Vixen to be presented this Friday in Belton Czech Heritage Museum and The Beltonian Theatre in conjunction with The University of North Texas College of Music presents scenes from the Czech opera The Cunning Little Vixen, performed in Czech. This child friendly event will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, December 7, 2018, The Beltonian Theatre, 219 East Central Avenue, Belton, Texas 76513. Tickets are $15 each and available at TheBeltonian.com or by calling 254831-3161. For more information about the performance, contact Susan Chandler at 817-919-9095 or visit https://czech.music.unt.edu/home. Background Leoš Janáček composed The Cunning Little Vixen in 1924. “This is one of the most delightful operas ever written - a charming, funny, touching story about love and life cycles, based on a popular Czech cartoon series - a sort of ‘Charlie Brown’ of Czech opera,” said Jonathan Eaton, UNT College of Music Margot and Bill Winspear Chair in Opera Studies. The opera charts the adventures of a charming, feisty, cunning little vixen and contrasts the fierce vitality and exuberance of the animal world with the human world. It’s a perfect evening for newcomers to opera and cognoscenti alike. This delightful kid-friendly opera is a sample of true Moravian culture! The students worked with professors at Masaryk University in Moravia earlier this year to perfect their Czech pronunciations. This is part of a performance tour sponsored by the Czech Education Foundation of Texas (CEFT). The opera will also be performed at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, December 4 at Rudder High School in Bryan; at 7 p.m. on Wednes-
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day, December 5 at Sokol Activity Center, Ennis; at 7 p.m. on Thursday, December 6 at Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Austin; and at 4:15 p.m. on Sunday, December 8 at Sokol Dallas. The entire opera was performed at UNT earlier this month. “The quality of the singing and music was excellent as always with the CEFT tours,” said Susan Chandler, museum administrator at Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center in Temple. “But the costumes for all the woodland creatures were full of surprises and color. I hope they will win awards for this show.” About UNT College of Music The College of Music is one of the nation’s largest and most respected comprehensive music schools. It offers fully accredited degrees from the bachelor to doctoral levels and is home to the world’s first jazz studies degree program. Faculty include internationally acclaimed artists and scholars in composition, conducting, ethnomusicology, music education, music entrepreneurship, music history, music theory, performance and performance and performing arts health. The college presents more than 1,100 concerts and recitals annually. UNT music alumni can be found around the globe in impressive, award-winning careers across a wide range of music professions. —SPJST—
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TCGS presents Christmas Ornaments made in Czech Republic hunting as a sport, waking in the This article will be the last in a se- room early morning hours and heading to the
ries that has featured the Legend, Symbol, and Tradition ornaments available from Texas Czech Genealogical Society’s Gift Shop, located in the downstairs gallery of the SPJST Home Office building at 520 North Main Street in Temple, Texas. Anyone who intends to visit our gift shop is urged to do so quickly, as we will be open only through 4 p.m. on Friday, December 14. We will return on Wednesday, January 9, 2019. We would like to highlight five beautifully crafted mouth blown ornaments that were made in the Czech Republic: This simple clear glass ornament is highlighted with petals resembling the popular Christmas flower, the poinsettia. The glittered ornament will shine beautifully on your tree this year. CO15110 - $9 A clear glass ornament, mouth blown, and expertly decorated in gold would be a truly beautiful addition to your tree this year. CO15071 - $9 This extremely desirable ornament stands out because of its deep red color and contrasting white scroll design that reminds one of snow. It is also made by a prominent Czech ornament factory in Moravia. CO15528 - $9 Mushrooms are a commodity that is widely used in the Czech lands. They are a symbol of good luck, and they are believed to give one good health and strength. Mushroom soup, mushroom gravy, and mushroom strudl are common uses for this plant. Families treat mush-
forest with their wicker baskets to find this delicacy. While mushroom are never red, the whimsy of this ornament make it truly Czech. TSL-38 - $7 This whimsical owl was also masterfully crafted in the Czech Republic. The owl lives in darkness, and his visual ability to see through the darkness has been compared with the light of Christ dissolving the darkness of the world. This cute ornament will light up your world every time you glance in its direction. TSL-42 - $9 Besides Christmas ornaments, Texas Czech Genealogical Society’s Gift Shop holds a large array of other Czech-related items. We invite you to visit us to see our selection of Czech crystal, Czech pottery, jewelry made with Czech beads and crystals, rosaries, dictionaries, maps, bumper stickers, cookbooks, and other novelties. The men on your list may enjoy a baseball cap from the Czech Republic. We have just received a shipment in four colors. For the cook on your list, we have poppy seed, noodles. cook books, aprons, and wooden spoon sets. One or two of the various genealogy books that TCGS has published over the years would make a terrific gift for someone who is interested in family research. Texas Czech Genealogical Society wishes to thank you for your friendship and patronage during the past year. We wish everyone a wonderful Christmas season and a new year filled with good health, warm friendships, and special blessings. Nancy Machu SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor —SPJST—
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CESAT meets February 9 in Schulenburg CESAT, the Czech Ex-Students Association of Texas, will meet on Saturday, February 9, 2019, at 10 a.m. in Schulenburg on the campus of Blinn College at Schulenburg. Members may also join the meeting online. The mission of CESAT is:
CHM invites all to Czech movie night at the Beltonian Theater December 11 Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center invites you to Czech Film Night on Tuesday, December 11, 2018, at The Beltonian Theatre, 219 East Central Avenue, Belton, Texas 76513; phone 254-831-3161. The featured movie - Anděl Páně will be shown from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Anděl Páně is a delightful family film with English subtitles with Czech audio. This 2005 film was such a favorite that in 2016, a sequel was added. It is funny and romantic with beautiful winter scenery from the Czech Republic. It’s early in the morning, on the eve of Christmas Eve, and all of heaven is about to celebrate the magnificent birthday of Jesus. But the angel Petronel sleeps in and then just seems to get underfoot. He boasts to all then bungles everything he is asked to do, but never confesses his error. Only the Lord God Himself still has patience for Petronel, but the angel eventually goes too far. Petronel is sent to earth to repair a single sinner with Uriah, a devil, to accompany him. Come hungry! Come hungry! Gourmet concessions, hot and cold soft drinks, wine and imported Czechvar beer will be available. Admission is free of charge; however, donations to Czech Heritage Museum are welcome. For more information, visit http://czechheritagemuseum.org and http://thebeltoniantheatre.com. Submitted by, Susan Chandler, Administrator Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center —SPJST—
1.02 GENERAL PURPOSES – MISSION - GOALS This organization shall promote Czech language skills and Czech cultural development for students in college and for public school students at high school and middle school levels. It shall promote carefully selected projects that enhance Czech cultural awareness overall in the Texas Czech population and beyond. This organization shall support and encourage higher education among the Czechs in Texas. This organization shall provide the assistance that will enable Czechs in Texas to pursue arts and music. This organization shall celebrate, record, and preserve for posterity the significant and important events in the cultural progress of the Czechs in Texas. Through its Matice Committee, CESAT shall offer support to individual student members of CESAT who are pursuing Czech studies at a high school, college or graduate school level, upon review of competitive credentials and accomplishments demonstrated through a CESAT application process. Through its Matice Committee, CESAT shall offer support to selected, worthy nonstudent projects that further the mission and goals of CESAT. All you need to join is an interest in preserving the Czech language in Texas. Membership categories are: Individual membership - $15, Senior (65+) discount membership - $10, Student membership - $10 along with other options. You do not need to attend in person. Members can request a link from Jane Reynolds or Thadious Polasek and attend the meeting online. For more information about becoming a member, contact Jane Reynolds at janereyn@austin.rr.com or Thadious Polasek at Polasek29@gmail.com. Please email Jane Reynolds to let her know if you are coming to the meeting. Submitted by, Thadious Polasek Lodge 67, Schulenburg —SPJST—
10 Czech Christmas Traditions By Klara Hajkova December 24, 2014 http://extravaganzafreetour.com/ 10-czech-christmas-traditions/
ple should not touch a single piece of salami and they expect to see a golden pig flying in the sky in the evening. It’s a bit weird but very common among Czechs. As a kid, I was always so disappointed I haven’t seen any golden pig after the whole day fasting.
It’s Christmas. It’s time to slow down, recharge batteries, spend some time with the closest ones, and have fun over some Czech traditions and superstitions! Some of them are rather weird, mysterious, or heartless. Some were forgotten, but a few can still be witnessed during Christmastime in a Czech home. Here is the list of top then known and rather weird traditions, customs, and superstitions.
2. Read the health from the sliced apples. During Christmas dinner, people half the apples, and according to the shape of the seeds, they read a prophecy of how healthy they will be in the coming year. If a star appears, then the person will be well and healthy. If a cross appears, don’t expect anything good. The same could be done with walnuts – if the inside nut is healthy and fresh, it’s a good sign. If it’s black, guess what could happen to the person in the coming year.
1. You’ll see flying golden pig on the sky if you don’t eat meat for the whole day! If you don’t eat meat on December 24, you’ll see a golden pig flying in the sky! This prohibition could be quite difficult for Czechs who are the real meat lovers. Since the morning of December 24, peo-
3. Tell your future out of the nut-boats. Light a candle in the nutshell, and watch what will happen. Both kids and adults love this tradition. It’s romantic, fun but the results of a prophecy could be sometimes heartless. The shells of walnuts are used as tiny
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.
p.m. A delightful family film with English subtitles with Czech audio. Gourmet concessions, hot and cold soft drinks, wine and imported Czechvar beer available. Free admission. Donations to CHM welcome. Visit http://czechheritagemuseum.org; and http://thebeltoniantheatre.com. Submitted by Susan Chandler, CHM Administrator.
First/Third Tuesdays Tarok Lessons with Tarok Champion Jimmie Coufal—at Czech Heritage Museum, 119 West French Avenue, Temple, 7 p.m.: All skill levels; beginners always welcome! Free and open to everyone. For information, call 254899-2935 or email czechheritagemuseum@gmail.com.
February 28, 2019 Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship Application Deadline—$500 Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship granted by The Czech Heritage Society of Texas to a graduating Texas high school senior. All application items must be submitted together in one envelope postmarked no later than February 28, 2019, and sent to: Czech Heritage Society of Texas Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship, c/o Pat Parma, 3311 Carolina Way, Richmond, Texas 774069680. Submitted by Pat Parma, Lodge 81, Needville.
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. December 11 Czech Film Night hosted by Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center (CHM)—at The Beltonian Theatre, 219 East Central Avenue, Belton, Texas 76513; phone 254-831-3161. Featured movie - Anděl Páně, 7 to 8:30
June 26 to July 17, 2019 Czech Summer Study Program to Prague Czech Republic—Housing, food service, Czech language instruction with professors from Charles University and a linguistic institue in Prague. For information, send an email to polasek29@gmail.com or call Thadious Polasek 979-562-2207. Submitted by Thadious Polasek, Lodge 67, Schulenburg. —SPJST—
VĚSTNÍK boats with a little candle inside, and people let them float in a water basin. Watch what will happen if it . . . • stays at the shore – do not expect any changes in the next year • sinks immediately – you will most likely die • touches another sailing boats – expect love and friendship • makes a circle with others – mutual coexistence, respect, friendship, and tolerance • finds itself in the middle of the others – you will need protection • finds itself outside the circle – you will leave the family • spins in a circle – you don’t know what you want in your life • the flame of the candle goes out – complicated emotional relationship is expected • floats to the other side of a basin – you get what you want
Wednesday, December 5, 2018 into flowers. They named each bud with a boy’s name, then that which flowered first would symbolize their future groom. The chances of getting married bore other superstitions like the girls throwing their shoe behind their backs. If the shoe points outside the door, the girl will leave the house in the next year; if the shoe points in the house, the girl will stay. 6. How to ensure you’ll be loved. Just put honey on your cheeks on December 24, so everyone will love you in the next year. 7. Money stays with you. This is rather weird but carrying one scale from the carp in your wallet supposed to ensure you’ll become rich in a coming year! The main Czech Christmas dish is a fish soup and carp with potato salad. People usually buy live carp, put it in their bathtubs, and on December 24, they kill it. It is meant that one should save a carp’s scale and carry it in the wallet so the money will stick to the person. 8. Your dog – the best guardian. To make sure that your dog will guard your house well, open the main door and push the dog backwards outside. That’s the weird one, huh?
4. Pour lead into the water and read your future. Careful! This is the dangerous one. People used to pour the hot molten lead into water, and according to the resulting shape, they would predict events for the coming year. In the beginning of the 20th century, this tradition used to be very popular; however, due to the two world wars, there was a shortage of this material, so this custom has been almost forgotten.
9. Why to kiss under the mistletoe? Above the table, there should be a
5. Will you marry in coming year? On Saint Barbara Day (December 4), girls used to cut twigs of fruit trees, put them in water, and wait until the buds turn
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bunch of mistletoe hanging. It should bring good luck and also if people kiss under it, the love will stay with them in the coming year. 10. Going to church. Yes, that’s very special for Czechs! Why? Being one of the most atheistic countries in the world, this is the only time a year when people actually visit church.
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Also, it is very common to have a Christmas crib at home and put little Jesus inside the bed on Christmas Eve. Did you know that in the Czech Republic this cute baby Jesus delivers the Christmas tree and all the presents on December 24? I have no idea how the little toddler handles all that, but let’s keep the little child in our hearts and just believe it! —SPJST—
Do you remember Nonat?
The popular Czech healing salve. Every Czech household had a tube in its medicine cabinet. After an absence of 60 years, it is now back on the market in 3/4 oz. tin for $14.95 including shipping/handling from:
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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 even-numbered months - February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the hall. Potluck served after meeting. Youth Club Meetings: First Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, contact Youth Leader Ronnie Pflughaupt 979-249-6702; or email rpflughaupt@hotmail.com. LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Attention: Remaining 2018 meeting will be held Sunday, December 9 at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville. Lodge Meetings: The lodge meets every other month (location/time TBA), at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville. LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA (3) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. at PointBank Community Center, 739 East Liberty Street, Pilot Point. For directions/meeting information, contact Brian Heitzman 940-686-4429; or Dean Carender 903-564-7359. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Saturday, December 8—Sykora Family Ford Christmas party Sunday, December 9—Straten Christmas party Saturday, December 15—Brennan Christmas 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: 979884-1451. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 190/Hwy 36, Buckholts (historic hexagon-shaped building with a stone entrance. Directions: Hall is located on Hwy 36, east of Buckholts, 1/4 mile east of downtown Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: 254-217-2863. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 4 p.m. at the hall. Refreshments served after meeting, and door prizes awarded.
LODGE 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions: From Caldwell, turn from Hwy 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles and turn left on CR 225. Go 1 mile, veering to the right. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 979-272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Sunday, December 9—Christmas Dance: Ravens, polka/waltz Sunday, December 16—Christmas Dance: Glen Collins, country/western Monday, December 31—New Year’s Eve: Glen Collins; country/western. $20 per person. Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rentals/Band Bookings: David Meyer 512-217-0162. Hall phone: 512-285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Lodge Meetings: Youth club meetings are held with the adult meetings, which are the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Youth Leader David Meyer 512-217-0162. LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davila, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Brenna Bohac 512-859-2584. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Located 12 miles south of Schulenburg, in Moravia. Directions: From Hwy 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West for 4 miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North; go 1 mile. Hall is on the right. Lodge Meetings: Tuesday after the second Sunday in March, June, and September, 7:30 p.m.; and the first Sunday of December, 3 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Monday, December 31—New Year’s Eve: Jerry Haisler and the Melody Five, polka and waltzes, new and classic country. 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Bring food, snacks, but not drinks. Set-ups available. Call Bobby for reservations 254-913-0915. 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) Wednesday, December 7—City of Ennis Christmas party Thursday, December 13—6:30 p.m. - Members’ supper; 7 p.m. - Monthly lodge meeting, social to follow. Saturday, December 15—Rental - birthday party Wednesday, December 19—5 to 10 p.m. - Come and go, December birthday celebration; 6:30 p.m. - Monthly potluck supper, 9 p.m.; 50/50 drawing. Saturday, December 22—Rental, Birthday party Monday, December 24—Apple strudel pickup, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Lodge Hall: 1901 East Hwy 34, Ennis. Hall Rental Information: 972-875-8381. Mail: PO Box 129, Ennis, Texas 75120. Email: SPJSTennis@yahoo.com. Game Room: Open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the lodge dining room with supper at 6:30 p.m. followed by a complimentary social in the game room. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December at 12 noon at Wharton County Library - East Bernard Branch, 746 Clubside Drive, East Bernard. For information, contact Secretary Helen Kelner 281-342-2624. LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) • All Wednesday, Friday night dances - free admission • Old-fashioned hamburgers served Fridays, 6 to 9 p.m. 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: 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: Remaining 2018 lodge meeting will be held on Thursday, 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 254-749-3326. LODGE 38, KOVAR (1) Lodge Hall: 278 Zimmerhanzel Road, Flatonia. Hall Rental Information: 512-237-9099/day; 830-8394353/night. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 39, BRYAN (1) Lodge Hall: Cherry Bend Circle, Lot 12, Bryan. Directions: From Hwy 6, turn west on OSR. Go 2 miles to Mumford Road; turn left. Go 1.1 mile and turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. Hall (white building) is at the bend of the road. Lodge Meetings: 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 979406-0158. LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59 in Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Cathy Garcia 979-332-1614; Hall Phone: 979-648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 11:30 a.m. at the hall. 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) 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 979561-7190. LODGE 73, SEYMOUR (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 12 p.m. - unless otherwise noted. For meeting location, call Alice Orsak 940-889-2391. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday in March, June, September, and December, 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls. For information, contact Diana Ibarra 940-224-7383. LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Meal served at 1 p.m.; meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Note: Meetings are held bi-monthlty. Watch the Věstník for dates/times of lodge and board meetings. Lodge Hall: 12141 East FM 2268, Holland. Directions: On Hwy 95, south of Holland, turn east on FM 2268. Go 1/2 mile to hall, which is on the right. Hall Phone: 254657-2485. Lodge Meetings: Held bi-monthly. Youth Club Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. Call Youth Leader Kelly Taisler 254-913-3309 for location and information. Board of Directors’ Meetings: Watch the Věstník for dates/times. Bingo: Every Thursday, 7 p.m. Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355. LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Hwy 36, Needville. Directions: Hall is located at the corner of Hwy 36 and FM 361, 1 mile from the traffic light in Needville. Hall Manager/Bookings: Dan Natho 979-618-1426. Hall Phone: 361-7934742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Madeline Gadway 979-900-9566; or madeline.gadway@gmail.com. LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge 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.
VĚSTNÍK LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Attention: Beginning in September 2018, lodge meetings will be held on the third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the lodge hall. For information, call 254-773-2363. 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 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: 713-869-5767; or visit www.lodge88.org. Lodge Meetings: Third Monday, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 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) Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road, Fort Worth 76114. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-30 West to the Henderson exit. Take Henderson North; it becomes Jacksboro Hwy (TX 199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cut Off, which is a right off of Jacksboro Hwy. Hall - also known as National Hall - is on the right about 2 or 3 blocks down the road. Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner. Hall Event/Rental Information: Call National Hall Events Manager Jon Durham 817-624-1361. Visit Lodge 92 website www.nationalhallfortworth.com. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Game Nights: Second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Ladies Circle: Meets the second Tuesday of each month. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band plays every first Sunday. Dressy casual. LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: For 2018, meetings will be held the third Thursday in March, June, and September: Dates are March 15, June 21, and September 20. For time, and location, call Secretary Judy Bellanger 361-5762935. LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West for 3 miles to FM 1303; turn right and go 2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 830-393-7796. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall LODGE 117, ROBSTOWN (7) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of March, June, September, and December, 1:30 p.m. at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard, Corpus Christi. LODGE 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date, time, and location, contact President/Sales Agent John Vrla 214-906-3385 or email jvrla@cebridge.net.
Wednesday, December 5, 2018 LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) 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 830-964-5135. LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at Sokol hall, 2622 East Hwy 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay Hwy 287 on until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and under the overpass at IH-45. Then go approximately 1 3/4 miles on Hwy 34. Sokol Hall is on the left. LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at 11 a.m. at The Smith Group Building, 1718 Main Street, Danbury. For information, call 979-922-1279; or 979922-1553. LODGE 141, SEALY (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle Drive, Sealy. LODGE 142, HOUSTON (5) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month 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 832-6272842; 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: 817-237-5181. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 155, AUSTIN (2) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of March, June, September, and December. For meeting time/location, call Secretary Ginny Prasatik 512-472-1721. LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of every other month, 1 p.m. For meeting location, contact Secretary Cynthia Kristinek 806-763-7245; or via cjkristinek@yahoo.com. LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Wednesday of February, May, and August. The November meeting is held the third Sunday. Watch the Věstník for meeting time/location. For information, contact President Sandra Jansa 325-6518045 or sandra.jansa@hotmail.com. LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY (5) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday in February, April, June, August, October, 6:30 p.m. at Texas Seafood and Steakhouse, 2209 South Market Street, Brenham. (December meeting/social information will be announced at a later date.) Lodge Information: Call Stephen Bliznak 979-251-4150; or Lenora Bliznak 979-277-8845.
LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Note: Lodge 172 has closed its doors, and the building has gone up for sale. Until further notice, we only open the doors for our monthly lodge meetings, held the fourth Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. For information, contact Jo 713-628-3007. Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Hall Phone: 713-487-3297. Regular Lodge/Covered Dish Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, meal, 1 p.m. followed by meeting, 2 p.m. with the exception of November and December. LODGE 177, ACADEMY (2) Attention: Remaining 2018 meeting will be held on the second Wednesday of December. Board of Trustees meet at 6 p.m.; 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: Remaining 2018 meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 12. 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 281-362-9062; email cdtiii@toney.us; or Treasurer Patsy McClelland 936-788-5714; or email pmcclelland@consolidated. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Same time and place as adult lodge meeting. LODGE 183, ARLINGTON (3) Lodge Hall: 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane, Arlington. Directions: Take IH-35 West to Fort Worth. Take IH-20 East exit and proceed on IH-20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North. Stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Turn right on Mayfield; go down and turn left on Pleasant Valley Lane. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: 682-800-3485. 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. 1-74-20733095-41002. LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. There will be a 7-11 store on the right. Turn right and proceed past Hopewell School. Continue through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. From Temple, take IH-35 South. Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign. Take left on University Boulevard. The third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right will be
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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 936875-2867. Lodge Meetings: Monday night before the third Friday night of the month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Regular Dances: Third Friday night of each month, 7 to 10 p.m. Please continue to bring finger foods for the snack table. LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) 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 713-515-2835. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Cadance Wager 713-515-2835. LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY (2) Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month 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. 254-624-5152. LODGE 201 BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 3948 FM 2502, Bleiblerville. Directions: Hall is across the street from the post office in Bleiblerville. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 202, JOURDANTON (7) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday 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 940-322-8503. LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Saturday of January, March, May, July, and September, 6:30 p.m. at Tahoka Housing Authority (small room - 1400 Ave K). For any questions, call Secretary Pam Lehmann 806-535-8356. 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 325-672-0577 or 325-721-5127. LODGE 232, HOUSTON MIDTOWN (5) Lodge Meetings: Meetings are held the third Tuesday of every other month for January, March, May, July, September, and November, 6:30 pm. at Czech Cultural Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto, Houston. For information, contact Secretary Catherine Anderson 713726-1928. LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT (2) 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—-
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