Vestnik 2020.05.25 by SPJST

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Volume 108 Number 10

Benevolence

H E R A L D

★ Humanity

★ Brotherhood

May 25, 2020

ISSN —07458800

—————✈ Blue Angels; ——————✈ Lodge 84 ———————✈ Member ——————✈ Fly Over —————✈ Texas Cities

World War II Veteran Celebrates 100th Birthday No handshakes . . . no hugs . . . no kis- has added the jitterbug to his dancing, sing . . . no party. That is not how Johnnie and he says he’s getting good at it. “What Plsek of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton imag- age should a person quit dancing?” Johnined celebrating his special 100th birth- nie pondered then remarked, “I’ll have day on May 30, 2020. to ask someone who is older than 100!” “We were planning a large party, but Johnnie served in the United States due to the coronavirus, Army from December it was postponed to a 12, 1941, to June 15, later date,” Mr. Plsek 1945, serving three said. “We will have a years overseas. He dance party at Tom spent two years in IceSefcik Hall when this land, then went to Engvirus is over.” land. From there, In the meantime, Johnnie landed on those who want to wish Omaha Beach, Northis World War II Vetmandy. From Germany, eran a happy 100th he was sent home for 45 birthday are invited to days for rest and recovwave and drive by ery. He was honorably 1810 South 33rd Street discharged. Johnnie was in Temple on Saturday, awarded the EAME May 30 from 2 to 4 Campaign Medal with p.m. (No gifts, please.) three Bronze Stars; Johnnie Plsek Johnnie has outWorld War II Victory lived his daughter, his Medal; European-African-Middle East wife, parents, four brothers and three Campaign Medal; and the Good Consisters and their spouses, all of his uncles and aunts, and more than 40 first cousins. duct Medal. Mr. Plsek owned Johnnie A. Plsek In the Plsek family, Johnnie is the oldest. “People ask me what I credit my long Building Company from 1950 until life to,” Johnnie says. “Exercise. No 2000, when he retired. He is a member heavy drinking. No smoking. No dope. of the American Legion in Temple, VetThe longer you dance, the longer you erans of Foreign Wars (VFW). “I told my granddaughter that when I live.” Johnnie loves to dance, and some of die, I want smiles - not tears - and to lady dance partners say that he is the thank the good Lord for my long life.” smoothest thing on the floor. Lately, he —SPJST—

Thanks to Lodge 84, Dallas Sales Agent Lynda Novak for sharing this photo from nbcdfw.com. One of the Blue Angels’ pilots flying over several Texas cities saluting healthcare workers, first responders, and other essential personnel on May 6 was Lodge 84 member Major Frank Zastoupil. See Lynda’s story on page 11.

PolkA DISTANCING IN SAN DIEGO Lodge 29, Taylor member Donna Kaspar of San Diego, California, entertains neighbors and friends with a Sunday afternoon driveway accordion concert. See Donna’s story on page 10.

( ( ( ( ( Inside This Week’s Věstník ( ( ( ( ( Important Dates ...................................3 Annuities Information .........................3 Interest Rates ......................................3 Local Lodge Secretaries.....................6 Lodge Section......................................9 Flag Day Contest ...............................13

Youth Section ....................................21 Věstník Project ..................................23 In Memoriam ......................................27 Czech Culture ....................................29 Advertisements .................................29 Lodge Calendar .................................30

2015 State King Brady Alexander of Lodge 47, Seaton weds Page 10

Couple celebrates 70th wedding anniversary Page 12

Youth Decorated Rock Contest winners announced Pages 25-26

Monday, May 25, 2020

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Editor’s Note

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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 CONTROLLER ROY VAJDAK 254-773-1575 (ext. 142) • email: royv@spjst.com DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR 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/VICE CHAIRMAN 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/CHAIRMAN 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 - Sabino Garcia 817-909-8899 • garciasabi@att.net DISTRICT FOUR - Lydia Talamantez 325-262-9743 • lillyg636@yahoo.com LODGE 219, EL PASO - Francisco Viniegra 915-203-3124 • fviniegra@vinquiz-insurance.com DISTRICT FIVE - Delisle Doherty 832-232-2049 • 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 Rob Clift, Executive Director 979-249-5674 • robc@spjst.com

HUMAN RESOURCES LYNETTE TALASEK 254-773-1575 (ext. 146) • email: lynettet@spjst.com STATE FRATERNAL DIRECTOR FRANK HORAK Office: 254-773-1575 (ext. 177) • Mobile: 254-534-0681 email: frankh@spjst.com DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Hannah Kovar, PO Box 28, Snook, Texas 77878 - 979-220-7904 - ladyjays@tamu.edu District Two - Contact SPJST State Fraternal Director Frank Horak 254-773-1575, ext. 177 for assistance. District Three - Mary Steinman, 1136 Westgrove Dr, Saginaw, Texas 76179-3463 - 817-731-2580 - appamary@sbcglobal.net District Four - Laura Pospichal, PO Box 253, Rowena, Texas 76875 - 325-365-6485 - yellowcar02@aol.com District Five - Melissa Victorick-Brown, 2324 Lakeway Drive, Friendswood, Texas 77546-6196 - 832-274-7369 district5dyc@gmail.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El Campo, Texas 77437 - 979-543-7120 - lisa_bubela@yahoo.com District Seven - April Howard, 814 Madison Avenue, 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 - 512-848-2416 - RonnieR1056@yahoo.com 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 - Debbie Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - 979-540-8532 - debbiekostelka@yahoo.com District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Highway 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - 254-985-2282 - edwinpechal@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 - malaktax@gmail.com District Six - Glenn Kaminsky, 902 River Oaks Court, East Bernard, Texas 77435 - 979-335-4461 - g2kamin@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 - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 County Road 47, Angleton, Texas 77515-9721 - 979-864-9999 - lorendave14@sbcglobal.net District Six - Helen Kelner, 911 Avenue K, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 - 281-342-2624 District Seven - Regina House, 146 Deer Run Street, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - 830-570-2046

his week’s Věstník features 41 members who are graduating from either high school or college on pages 14 to 20. Congratulations to these graduates. COVID-19 When the novel coronavirus COVID19 struck the world at the end of 2019, few people anticipated just how much the virus would upend daily life in the months to come. Because there currently is no cure or standardized treatment for the disease, the best course of action has involved maintaining social distance to help cut down on the rate of spread. Social distancing has changed the way the public shops, interacts socially with friends and family members, and attends work and school. It’s also changed the way we meet and conduct events. SPJST Youth Showcase This week’s Věstník introduces the 2020 SPJST Youth Showcase on pages 21 and 22. Unfortunately, this year’s District and State Youth Achievement Days (YADs) have been canceled. The SPJST Youth Showcase will include several of the traditional YAD categories including constructed items, photography, pictorial arts, individual talent, and royalty (public speaking). These competitions will be held online. Please stay tuned for more information on this youth activity which is open to all SPJST youth who have completed kindergarten through high school senior. Summer Camp Canceled SPJST summer camps at Camp Kubena have been canceled for 2020 due to the coronavirus. However, Camp Kubena isn’t closed for the summer. “We

will remain a resource to the community and SPJST members that exemplifies our values of benevolence, humanity, and brotherhood,” says Executive Director Rob Clift. “The plans are to utilize camp throughout the summer months as a daycamp facility with limited activities.” This will include working with individual groups – including families, lodges and youth clubs, and other organizations that would like to come out and enjoy the property. For information, please contact Rob directly at 979-249-5674 or by email at robc@spjst.com. See President Vanicek’s letter on page 4 for more information about the cancellation of this summer’s camping program. Deadline for Convention Ads The deadline to submit an advertisement in the 2020 SPJST Convention Souvenir Program Book is June 1. Ads can be submitted online at spjst.org. For more information, see page 5.

Věstník Dates and Deadlines June 8 Věstník deadline is Mon., June 1 at 5 p.m. June 22 Věstník deadline is Mon., June 15 at 5 p.m. July 13 Věstník Convention Reports Issue deadline for reports is June 30; deadline for all other material is Mon., July 6 at 5 p.m. July 27 Věstník deadline is Mon., July 20 at 5 p.m. August 10 Věstník deadline is Mon., August 3 at 5 p.m. August 24 Věstník deadline is Mon., August 17 at 5 p.m. —SPJST—

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Monday, May 25, 2020

SPJST Family Fun and Important Dates (Number in parentheses denotes SPJST district.)

May 25 June 1 June 14 June 15 July 3 July 17-18 July 19 July 21-22 Aug. 14-16

Memorial Day • SPJST Home Office Closed Advertisement Deadline for SPJST Official Souvenir Program Book (see page 5) Flag Day Deadline for By-Law and Finance Recommendations for the 33rd SPJST Convention Fourth of July Holiday: SPJST Home Office Closed Lodge 47, Seaton Barbecue Cookoff (2) Lodge 6, Cottonwood Annual Picnic (3) SPJST Supreme Lodge Meeting SPJST Home Office, Temple 33rd SPJST Convention Killeen Civic and Conference Center, Killeen

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SPJST INTEREST RATES 05/01/2020 - 07/31/2020 Universal Life Universal Life 3 (plans 1203-1222 with a guaranteed rate of 2.50%) • Credited Rate: 3.00%

Whole Life/Universal Life 3 (plans 1223-1232 with a guaranteed rate of 2.50%) • Credited Rate: 3.50%

Annuities Annuity 5 (plans 8032-8039, 8057 with a 1.50% guaranteed rate) • Credited Rate: 2.80%

Annuity 5-Year (plans 8040-8041 with a 1.50% guaranteed rate) • Credited Rate: 2.80%

Annuity 6 (plans 8058-8066 with a 1.65% guaranteed rate) • Credited Rate: 3.00%

SPJST Annuities may be a good fit for your financial plan during times of uncertainty by Richard Hrbacek SPJST Operations/Marketing Manager The importance of re-evaluating short- and long-term goals prior to periods of uncertainty cannot be overstated considering recent events. During these times of financial uncertainty, it may be more important than ever to review your savings or retirement plan. Your SPJST agent can assist you by demonstrating how SPJST can provide stability and help deliver a consistent rate of return to your financial plan. Markets change, information changes, and so do opportunities to protect your hard-earned money from those changes. Here are a few questions to ask yourself about your current financial plan in consideration of the current economic environment: o Has market volatility affected your retirement or savings?

Dear Editor, I do enjoy the Věstník - info on all the grads, activities of lodges, obituaries, history articles of Czech culture (menu, foods, etc.), youth clubs, and word seeks! Mary Ellen Kiely Lodge 187, Round Rock —SPJST—

o Will you be forced to change your retirement date . . . • due to market downturn - loss of principal? • due to layoff? • job change?

Recent Legislative Changes One of the several major changes in the Secure Act is that Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) will now begin at age 72, not age 70 1/2 as they have been. Beginning in 2020, every IRA account owner may make contributions to their Traditional IRA after the age of 70 1/2. These changes now allow those receiving Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) to contribute to their Traditional IRA. Certain restrictions apply as to earned income. The Care Act moved the tax filing date from April 15 to July 15. For members who have not filed their 2019 tax return and would like to make an IRA contribution for 2019, you may still do so prior to July 15, 2020. Both the Secure Act and Care Act have numerous changes in tax treatment that may or may not impact you. SPJST staff, agents, and Richard Hrbacek do not provide legal or tax advice. Members and prospective members should always consult their own legal or tax professional for information concerning their individual situation for interpretation, taxation, and guidance.

o Does your current plan provide enough safe income to cover essential expenses? o If you become ill and/or have a long-term care need, where will the money come from? o Are you in danger of outliving your money? Keep in mind, interest rates are at a low point on bank certificate of deposits and savings accounts. Markets have been volatile with ongoing up and down swings. Members who . . . • are nervous about the market and the big downturns • who want to save but not deal with the risk of losing money • who want a guaranteed interest rate • who want a guaranteed income • who want access to their money in the event of long term care needs without penalty*

. . . an SPJST Annuity may be a good fit in your financial plan. For our members who have recently changed jobs or for those who have, unfortunately, been laid off . . . if you are looking for a place to roll over your retirement dollars and earn a stable consistent rate of return, the peace of mind of an SPJST Annuity may be a good fit for you. We have all experienced disruptions in some manner due to COVID-19; some more so than others. During times of uncertainty, we seek stability, consistency, or simply, peace of mind. Each member’s financial situation is unique to them. An SPJST Annuity could possibly be what you seek or need to give you that peace of mind. Our annuity products can help bring a stable, consistent rate of return to your financial plan, and your SPJST agent is equipped and ready to assist you today. For more information on SPJST Annuities, contact your agent or call the Home Office at 800-727-7578. *Certain restrictions apply. Read the annuity disclosure statement for complete details. Interest are subject to change. An annuity grows tax-deferred, which means members do not pay taxes on the interest it earns until the money is paid out. Members may also pay a 10 percent federal income tax penalty on earnings you withdraw before age 59 1/2. Early withdrawal surrender charges may apply.

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Monday, May 25, 2020

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Lodges may begin meeting in June provided that precautions are taken

Summer Camp Canceled; Day Camps Invited to Schedule The Camp Kubena overnight summer camp program for 2020 has been canceled. The decision was made on Wednesday, May 20 by the Camp Kubena Advisory Committee comprised of District One Director Donnie Victorick, District Three Director John Engelke, State Fraternal Director Frank Horak, President Brian Vanicek, and Camp Kubena Executive Director Rob Clift. This was a difficult decision especially in light of Governor Abbott’s announcement on May 18 that would permit summer camps to open on June 1 with restrictions. “The decision was based on input from health experts, program leaders, and our years of experience managing successful camps,” says Rob. “After a careful review of the American Camp Associations’ Field Guide for Camps, the CDC guidelines, and the guidelines from the State of Texas; to implement the restrictions placed on our groups and staff for safe camp operations during the COVID-19 outbreak would be impractical at this time.” Under these restrictions, social distancing would continue. Also, guidelines mandate that there would be daily health screenings, the use of masks as well as additional personal protective equipment. Additionally, cabin populations would be reduced and all activities would be segregated by cabin groups which would not be permitted to interact with each other during their stay at Camp Kubena. Activities including cultural group dancing, hay rides, opening campfires, and closing programs would be canceled or dramatically limited. From the operational perspective, opening for the summer would have placed significant and additional burdens on camp staff. This would have included quarantining camp staff on site for seven to 10 days before the camp season begins. It would have also necessitated that camp staff would be required to remain onsite

except for supervised visits to town while wearing masks. “The added stress placed on our camp staff and group leaders would have been enormous,” says Rob. “The hardest part of our decision has been to think about the impact on our children. It is devastating that our overnight summer camp program will not happen this summer, but we believe it is the safest choice for the health and wellbeing of our groups, our staff, and our camp. That gives us great comfort we are making the correct decision,” says Rob. Economic considerations also factored into the decision to close Camp Kubena for the summer. As of this writing, all but one of the many groups that were signed up to use Camp Kubena this summer had canceled their reservations. “With 75 percent of the groups canceling, we are going to refocus our resources and efforts that will allow us to support the SPJST Youth Program and membership,” says Rob, indicating that he would be working with State Fraternal Director Frank Horak in hosting activities within the districts this summer. While the summer camp program is off for 2020, it’s important to know that Camp Kubena isn’t closed. “We will remain a resource to the community and SPJST members that exemplifies our values of benevolence, humanity, and brotherhood,” says Rob. “The plans are to utilize camp throughout the summer months as a day-camp facility with limited activities.” This will include working with individual groups – including families, lodges and youth clubs, and other organizations that would like to come out and enjoy the property. For information, please contact Rob directly at 979-2495674 or by email at robc@spjst.com. Fraternally, Brian Vanicek SPJST President —SPJST—

On Monday, May 18, 2020, Governor Greg Abbott issued an Executive Order to announce the second phase of the ongoing plan to open additional businesses and activities in Texas. This announcement expanded upon the businesses and activities included in the first phase of the plan to Open Texas while minimizing the spread of COVID-19. Businesses and groups that are being allowed to open will still need to observe standard health protocols outlined by Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSH). Surprisingly, the list of openings for the state of Texas includes no specific guidelines relating to meetings of civic clubs or fraternal organizations. Knowing that our members are eager to support each other and their communities during this transitionary period, SPJST lodges and youth clubs may begin meeting again in the month of June. To that end, the Supreme Lodge recommends that lodges and youth clubs adhere to the TDSH guidelines for wedding receptions: https://www.dshs. state.tx.us/coronavirus/docs/opentx/WeddingReception-Attendees.pdf To summarize, when members and guests attend a lodge meeting, they should, to the extent possible, minimize in-person contact with others not in the individual’s household. Knowing that SPJST members are a friendly crowd, at this stage of the game that means no hugging all of those dear friends you haven’t seen in a while! According to the official guidelines, in-person contact includes maintaining six feet separation from individuals. When maintaining six feet separation is not feasible, other methods should be utilized to slow the spread of COVID-19, such as wearing a face covering or mask, washing or sanitizing hands frequently, and avoiding sharing utensils or other common objects. Individuals aged 65 or older are at a higher risk of COVID-19. To the extent possible, avoid contact within six feet with individuals aged 65 and older. Senior members and others who may not be comfortable with the idea of meeting face-to-face may receive excused absences. Lodges that choose to begin meeting in the month of July will receive an automatic waiver for the month of June. To that end, lodge officers are encouraged to meet and make a deter-

mination if your lodge will be meeting in June or waiting until July. As previously noted in the May 11 Věstník, lodges are encouraged to experiment with and/or incorporate online teleconferencing as a way to stay connected. The spjst.org website includes some basic information that will enable you to get started. Building Rentals and Bar Facilities In accordance with the State of Texas Executive order regarding building usage, lodges with buildings that host venues such as weddings and receptions may do so provided that they operate at 25 percent of the listed occupancy for the facility. For lodges with bar facilities, Phase II of the plan to Open Texas states that bars may open on Friday, May 22 at 25 percent capacity. Additionally, it will be necessary for them to comply with the Texas Department of State Health Services guidelines. The entire checklist is accessible online at: https://www.dshs.state. tx.us/coronavirus/docs/opentx/Bars.pdf Additionally, for bars – and lodges hosting events and/or private rentals – the follow guidelines apply: • People should remain seated at tables when inside. • No tables of more than six people. • Dancing is discouraged. • Hand sanitizer stations should be at entryways. • There should be six feet of distance between parties. Bingo Games For those lodges that offer bingo, Phase II of the plan to Open Texas states that bingo halls may open Friday, May 22 at 25 percent capacity and are advised to follow these guidelines: • The business must keep six feet between each person playing bingo. • If offering food, businesses should use disposable menus; and single-use condiments only when requested. • The business should block off selfservice drinking fountains. Complete bingo guidelines relating to bingo may be referenced online at: https://www.dshs.state.tx.us/coronavi-

VĚSTNÍK rus/docs/opentx/BowlingBingoSimulcastingSkating.pdf SPJST Convention As of this writing, plans remain in place to host the SPJST 2020 Convention the weekend of August 14 to 16 at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center. In the event that this changes, notice will be posted in the Věstník and on SPJST social media, and delegates will be notified. This has been and continues to be a challenging time for all of us. I find great comfort in the knowledge that our SPJST

Monday, May 25, 2020 family has risen to the challenges that have come our way. While there is uncertainty as to when we will all get back to normal, I have no uncertainty about the strength, capability, and determination of our magnificent community of fraternalists. Thank you for all that you do and please continue to take care of yourselves and your families as you care for the welfare and future of our wonderful SPJST. Fraternally, Brian Vanicek SPJST President —SPJST—

From the SPJST State Fraternal Director State Fraternal Director shares June updates SPJST District Officer elections which were to have taken place at the 2020 spring meetings have been postponed for one year until spring of 2021. The Supreme Lodge passed a resolution in a special called telephone conference to postpone the election in deference to focusing on SPJST’s 2020 Convention process, including the hosting of delegates’ meetings in each district. The decision was also made to cancel all SPJST spring district meetings until 2021. “Given the extraordinary circumstances of the current year, the Supreme Lodge expresses its appreciation to all district officers who are willing to serve one additional year until the Society proceeds with new elections in 2021,” says Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek. “In the event that there are individuals who are unable to serve through the spring of 2021, vacancies may be filled at the pre-convention delegate meetings that the Supreme Lodge requests to be held in each district prior to the August 14 to 16 Convention.” Update on Social Distancing Phase I of the State of Texas’ ongoing plan to safely and strategically open Texas began on Friday, May 1. The guidelines allowed retail stores, restaurants, movie theaters, malls, museums, and libraries to reopen on Friday, May 1, while limiting their capacity to 25 percent of their listed occupancy. Please

know the State of Texas is now in Phase II of Open Texas. Here is the weblink to the Governor’s page which has all the details: https://gov.texas.gov/organization/opentexas. Please continue to look at spjst.org, SPJST’s Facebook page, and the Věstník for all updates. 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 Regina House 830-570-2046 Fraternally submitted, Frank Horak State Fraternal Director —SPJST—

SPJST 2020 VISION CONVENTION August 14 - 16, 2020 Killeen Civic and Conference Center

Advertising deadline June 1 for Convention souvenir book Sincere thanks is extended to the members, districts, lodges, youth clubs, businesses, and organizations that have submitted advertisements for the 33rd SPJST Official Convention Souvenir Program Book. We appreciate the support and look forward to presenting another outstanding publication. The 33rd SPJST Convention has been rescheduled to August 14 to 16, 2020, at Killeen Civic and Conference Center in Killeen, Texas. Therefore, advertising for the souvenir program book has been reopened. We cordially invite members, districts, lodges, youth clubs, businesses, and organizations to place an advertisement in the book. The ad can promote your lodge, business, or organization, convey a note of convention congratulations or best wishes, or memorialize a loved one. The possibilities are unlimited. To view the 2016 SPJST Official Convention Souvenir Program Book, visit www.spjst.org under “Events.” The Official Convention Souvenir Program Book will be distributed to approximately 300 delegates and visitors at the convention. All advertisers will also receive a complimentary book. Prices for advertisements in the Official Convention Souvenir Program Book are: Full Page Ad (7.5”w x 10”h) $150 Half Page Ad (7.5”w x 5”h) $90 Quarter Page Ad - (3.75”w x 5”h) $60 Eighth Page Ad (3.75”w x 2.5”h) $30

In Memoriam (includes photo) $20 Well Wish Greeting (one line of text) $10 All advertisements will be printed in full color. The SPJST Věstník/Communication Department is available to assist with ad design. Please include the text for the ad and photos or clip art images. Digital images saved in TIFF, EPS, JPEG, or PDF files will work best. Digital-ready advertisements should be saved as PDF files. All text, photographs, or digital files must be received with payment by June 1, 2020. Please submit online at spjst.org or mail to SPJST Věstník Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny, PO Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503-0100 If you wish to place an advertisement in the book, please submit your information as soon as possible. Checks made payable to SPJST can be mailed to the address above and must accompany advertisement information by June 1. Ad information and payment may also be submitted online at www.spjst.org under the “Events” tab. Proceeds from advertisement sales will go to the SPJST Foundation to benefit Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center and Camp Kubena. We look forward to hearing from you and receiving your ad information. For questions or additional information, please contact the SPJST Věstník/Communication Department at 254-773-1575 or email melaniez@spjst.com. —SPJST—

Monday, May 25, 2020

VĚSTNÍK

2020 Listing of SPJST District and Local Lodge Secretaries Section 62 under Article XI of the SPJST By-Laws reads as follows: In the month of May, the Věstník shall publish the names and addresses of the district and local lodge secretaries. The following directory is printed in compliance with that by-law.

DISTRICT ONE Sandra Stone PO Box 581 Snook, Texas 77878 979-820-3893 sandrakay0964@gmail.com DISTRICT TWO Linda Johnson 1207 Canna Lily Lane Pflugerville, Texas 78660 512-775-7632 linda803@att.net DISTRICT THREE CarrieAnn Jones 10325 Creekhollow Lane Fort Worth, Texas 76131 817-371-1727 carrieannjones@att.net DISTRICT FOUR Joyce Kotulek 2302 FM 369 South Iowa Park, Texas 76367 940-855-0882 denniskotulek@gmail.com DISTRICT FIVE Mary Ann Kieschnick 6431 Kury Lane Houston, Texas 77008 713-203-5510 makieschnick@comcast.net DISTRICT SIX Elizabeth Holub 4642 Freyburg Hall Road Schulenburg, Texas 78956 979-249-6816 mikelizh@cvctx.com DISTRICT SEVEN Wendy Pruski 3895 County Road 430 Pleasanton, Texas 78064 210-535-4916 poohbear78064@hotmail.com

Lodge 32, Victoria Linda Mozisek 406 Sequoia Drive Victoria, Texas 77904 361-220-7725

Lodge 57, Gonzales Tommy Wilson PO Box D Gonzales, Texas 78629 830-672-3614

Lodge 17, New Tabor Betty Lynn Suehs 801 Dillard Street Caldwell, Texas 77836 979-567-3340

Lodge 35, Elk Carla Pavelka 115 Westchester Way Hewitt, Texas 76643 254-744-9654

Lodge 63, Sweet Home Ann Moseley 127 County Road 305 Shiner, Texas 77984 361-781-2644

Lodge 18, Elgin Charles Wilson 704 Pleasant Grove Road Elgin, Texas 78621 512-285-4293

Lodge 38, Kovar Dana D. Bunte 1411 East Whitehead Street Smithville, Texas 78957 512-237-2183

Lodge 66, Waco Dana McAdams 4218 Kendall Lane Waco, Texas 76705 254-799-4510

Lodge 1, Fayetteville Debra Pflughaupt 310 West Bell Street Fayetteville, Texas 78940 979-249-6249

Lodge 20, Granger Jvonne Elwood 416 West Davilla Street Bartlett, Texas 76511 512-753-9119

Lodge 39, Bryan Shirley Vytopil 2611 Stevens Drive Bryan, Texas 77803 979-324-2080

Lodge 67, Schulenburg Mary Ann Kutac 7043 Ehler Grasshoff Road Schulenburg, Texas 78956 979-561-8686

Lodge 4, Hallettsville Helen Zabransky 300 County Road 195 Hallettsville, Texas 77964 361-798-3347

Lodge 21, Engle James E. Kubecka 3655 Okruhlik Road Flatonia, Texas 78941 361-865-2677

Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Felicia Garcia 1601 Bravo Street El Campo, Texas 77437 979-320-4238

Lodge 73, Seymour Alice Orsak 580 County Road 411 Seymour, Texas 76380 940-889-2391

Lodge 5, Pilot Point-Tioga Dean Carender 3535 Canada Road Apt 1209 LaPorte, Texas 77571-4563

Lodge 23, Moravia Kathleen Guenther 1103 County Road 248 Schulenburg, Texas 78956 979-562-2124

Lodge 41, Port Lavaca Mary Sitka 99 Pecan Drive Port Lavaca, Texas 77979 361-552-5170

Lodge 76, Wichita Falls Dianna Ibarra 2731 Red Oak Drive Wichita Falls, Texas 76308 940-224-7383

Lodge 6, Cottonwood Barbara Jean Hykel 9935 Heritage Parkway West, Texas 76691 254-826-4677

Lodge 24, Cyclone Margaret Mikeska 3053 Hobby Creek Road Burlington, Texas 76519 254-985-2484

Lodge 47, Seaton Patsy Koslovsky 764 South Saint Joseph Road Burlington, Texas 76519 254-985-2396

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Virginia Rebecek 6325 Brianna Circle Corpus Christi, Texas 78414 361-816-3128

Lodge 8, Weimar Carolyn M. Tobola 649 Swiss Alp Hall Road Schulenburg, Texas 78956 979-247-4168

Lodge 25, Ennis Patricia Fowler 700 Lone Oak Road Ennis, Texas 75119 972-878-2083

Lodge 48, Beyersville Alice Bracewell 825 County Road 347 Granger, Texas 76530 512-365-7330

Lodge 80, Holland Linda Hill 553 Starfire Lane Holland, Texas 76534 254-598-0284

Lodge 9, Snook Sharon Kovar PO Box 28 Snook, Texas 77878 979-272-3732

Lodge 28, East Bernard Helen Kelner 911 Avenue K Rosenberg, Texas 77471 281-342-2624

Lodge 49, Rowena Becky Wood 13610 US Highway 67 Rowena, Texas 76875 325-656-0029

Lodge 81, Needville Willie Mae Kuykendall 4515 Lubojacky Road Richmond, Texas 77469 281-233-6539

Lodge 13, Dime Box Ladonna Jatzlau PO Box 128 Dime Box, Texas 77853 979-884-0561

Lodge 29, Taylor Linda Pospisil 4710 FM 1331 Taylor, Texas 76574 512-365-1110

Lodge 51, Ellinger Jo Ann Divin 6319 Baca Road Fayetteville, Texas 78940 979-249-3176

Lodge 82, Ennis Miles S. Strunc PO Box 133 Ennis, Texas 75120 972-875-6757

Lodge 15, Buckholts Sandie Fischer 822 County Road 106 Buckholts, Texas 76518 254-593-4189

Lodge 30, Taiton Marjorie Treumer 1806 Laurel Street Bay City, Texas 77414 979-578-2762

Lodge 54, West Janice Kaluza 603 Mynar Road West, Texas 76691 254-749-5676

Lodge 84, Dallas Cheryl Petr 4435 Harvest Hill Road Dallas, Texas 75244 214-352-4397

In instances where a lodge did not submit a current roster of officers, the previous year’s secretary is listed. For updates, please contact SPJST Compliance Specialist Tamara Gettys at the Home Office 800-727-7578; or email tamarag@spjst.com.

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Monday, May 25, 2020

Lodge 87, Temple Carolyn S. Greene 1909 South 47th Street Temple, Texas 76504 254-773-2363

Lodge 139, Danbury Lorenda Baldwin 219 County Road 47 Angleton, Texas 77515 979-864-9999

Lodge 162, Iowa Colony Geraldine Kucera Frank 401 Shady Oaks Harbor Alvin, Texas 77511 281-851-1213

Lodge 88, Houston Melissa Victorick-Brown 2324 Lakeway Drive Friendswood, Texas 77546 832-549-4546

Lodge 141, Sealy Bernice Stolarski 1315 Woody Lane Sealy, Texas 77474 979-885-6786

Lodge 169, Brenham Alice Bliznak 2200 Gun and Rod Road Brenham, Texas 77833 979-277-8845

Lodge 91, San Jacinto Vonda Smesny 2607 Wolcik Road Crosby, Texas 77532 713-870-7114

Lodge 142, Houston Elizabeth Hermis 8919 Scent Fern Street Houston, Texas 77064 281-807-3632

Lodge 172, Pasadena Jerome C. Dressler, Jr. 9413 Grand Summit Boulevard Dripping Springs, Texas 78620 832-729-0118

Lodge 148, El Maton Melissa Zielonka PO Box 475 Tilden, Texas 78972 979-618-1890

Lodge 177, Academy Alyssa Marek 15374 Sullivan Road Holland, Texas 76534 254-721-4684

Lodge 151, Wharton Janie Bucek 324 Lazy Lane Wharton, Texas 77488 979-532-5884

Lodge 179, Warrenton Ricky Weyand PO Box 463 Burton, Texas 77835 979-966-7138

Lodge 92, Fort Worth Mary Ann Krivanek 4321 Boat Club Road Fort Worth, Texas 76135 817-688-9958 Lodge 94, Wheelock Lloyd Scasta 9221 Box S Ranch Road Bryan, Texas 77808 979-589-2328 Lodge 97, Placedo Judith Bellanger 3302 Erwin Avenue Victoria, Texas 77901 361-576-2935 Lodge 101, Gainesville Shirley Paclik 411 Holly Lane Gainesville, Texas 76240 940-665-0890 Lodge 106, La Grange Charlie Ripper 309 East Guadalupe Street La Grange, Texas 78945 979-968-5603 Lodge 107, Floresville Wendy Pruski 3895 County Road 430 Pleasanton, Texas 78064 210-535-4916 Lodge 117, Robstown Dianne Raska 14513 Callan Court Manor, Texas 78653 361-947-4081 Lodge 133, San Antonio Vicki Reese 25510 North Saddle Trail San Antonio, Texas 78255 210-698-1525

Lodge 154, Fort Worth Mary Steinman 1136 Westgrove Drive Saginaw, Texas 76179 817-731-2580

Lodge 180, Burleson Carmon Babina 736 Smith Road Maypearl, Texas 76064 972-435-6802

Lodge 155, Austin Virginia R. Thomas 1001 Collinwood West Drive Apt. 21 Austin, Texas 78753 512-472-1721

Lodge 182, Falls County Deann Beckendorf 257 County Road 104 Marlin, Texas 76661 254-275-8028

Lodge 157, Lubbock Cynthia Kristinek 2512 Mesa Road Lubbock, Texas 79403 806-763-7245

Lodge 183, Arlington Katherine Weeks 4203 Treehaven Court Arlington, Texas 76016 817-572-1859

Lodge 160, San Angelo Charlene Dusek 6421 FM 2334 San Angelo, Texas 76905 325-651-4977

Lodge 184, Moulton Terry Stevenson 4911 East Old Hallettsville Road Flatonia, Texas 78941 361-772-0046

Lodge 185, New Braunfels Jennifer Jurica 1214 Desiree Street Canyon Lake, Texas 78133 830-515-8462 Lodge 186, Caldwell Michelle Mendez PO Box 807 Caldwell, Texas 77836 979-567-9144 Lodge 187, Round Rock Deborah Rohlack 514 Virginia Drive Round Rock, Texas 78664 512-255-4985 Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station John Paul Skrabanek 3100 La Venta Way College Station Texas 77845 Lodge 191, Lufkin Barbara Thorman 310 Oak Crest Drive Lufkin, Texas 75901 936-639-3010 Lodge 196, Houston-West Cadance Wager 16315 Hayesford Lane Cypress, Texas 77429 713-515-2835 Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Michael D. Hosch PO Box 246 Eddy, Texas 76524 254-859-3989 Lodge 201 Bleiblerville-Nelsonville Jennell Zettel 841 Cemetery Road Bellville, Texas 77418 979-357-2181

Lodge 202, Jourdanton Bettie House 1721 Continental Drive W Pleasanton, Texas 78064 830-281-8246 Lodge 205, Terrell Debra Johnson 10411 County Road 2468 Terrell, Texas 75160 972-524-6918 Lodge 206, Tri-Counties Wilmer E. Herring 478 LCR 455 Mexia, Texas 76667 254-562-7508 Lodge 207, Iowa Park Joyce Kotulek 2302 FM 369 South Iowa Park, Texas 76367 940-855-0882 Lodge 215, South Plains Pam Lehmann PO Box 637 Tahoka, Texas 79373 806-561-5105 Lodge 219, El Paso Maria Guadalupe Sanchez-Chacon 2129 Febrero Drive El Paso, Texas 79935 Lodge 229, Abilene Tammy Copeland PO Box 613 Hawley, Texas 79535 325-333-4089 Lodge 230, Midland Lilah Deleon 10037 W Westland Dr Odessa, Texas 79764 Lodge 232, Houston Midtown Catherine Anderson 5814 Rutherglenn Drive Houston, Texas 77096 713-726-1928 Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Melanie Zavodny 2311 Allena Lane Temple, Texas 76502 254-534-0807 Lodge 258, Seguin Carrie Origas 13406 Monte Leon San Antonio, Texas 78233 210-415-8744 —SPJST—

Monday, May 25, 2020

District News District Seven Director Bob Bayer shares report, historical information District Seven Members, Since our District Seven Spring Meeting has been canceled until 2021, I will share my report with the Věstník:

woman as Supreme Lodge Chairman. After the January board meeting, she announced that she will not seek reelection as district director at the Convention. In District Seven, we have two ladies who are Greetings to everyrunning for District one. I hope that everySeven Director. They one is well at this time. are Regina House and Your lodge refunds Sandra Hoggard. In are less than in 2018. District Six, another Less insurance was sold lady - Annie Vahalik - is in District Seven. Startrunning for district diing in 2021, your perrector. centage will be cut by a For the first time in quarter percent as per 128 years and 32 conthe budget meeting held ventions, a supplemenon October 14, 2019. If tal convention caucus you want to increase was held outside of the your refund, you must convention. This was a sell more insurance. supplemental caucus to Congratulations to elect a member to the District Seven Director our Grand Age 96, 75Bob Bayer Publication Committee. year, and 50-year As you can see, District members and also to my good friend - Seven has been involved in making hisFrancis Kovar - on her 104th birthday. tory in SPJST since 1980 in one way or Congratulations to our youth for a another. fabulous year, to our district and state For the first time in history, the winners, to our royalty, and to our youth SPJST Supreme Lodge held a video leaders and parents for all that they do. conference for its regular board meeting Congratulations to Sandra Hoggard in April. Another historical note . . . our of Lodge 202, Jourdanton for winning convention that was originally schedthe SPJST State Progressive 42 Tourna- uled for June has been postponed to August. What next? ment. Vice President Hiram Dixon notified Congratulations to our lodges for all me on February 29, 2020, that we are of their activities that they did in the past now a company with $1 billion of life year. My sympathy goes to the families of insurance in force. This makes Brother the members who passed away in 2019. Hiram and I very happy that it happened The Corpus Christi Getaway has on our watch. been canceled for 2020. District Seven Insurance Report for 2019 District Seven District Seven had 46 sales agents on Makes History in SPJST record, but only 26 sales agents sold District Seven made history in 1980 something. Remember, sales agents, when delegates elected the first woman you did sign a contract to write a certain to be director of District Seven. Thelma amount of applications. Hrncir served for 12 years. Then in Miguel Rodriguez, Jr. of Lodge 107, 1992, Mrs. Hrncir ran for the office of Floresville is a $1 million producer. SPJST Supreme Lodge President another first of District Seven. Top Sales Agents in Each Lodge As you all know, District Six became Lodge 79, Corpus Christi the second district to elect a woman to 1. Armando Perez the director’s position. Karen Kaspar 2. Armando Diaz was elected in 2012. 3. Mary E Mongold Now in 2020, SPJST has its first 4. Margarita Cade

VĚSTNÍK Lodge 107, Floresville 1. Miguel Rodriguez, Jr. Lodge 133, San Antonio 1. Maria C. Garcia Lodge 185, New Braunfels 1. April Haag Howard Lodge 202, Jourdanton 1. Linda Ramey Lodge 258, Seguin 1. Dominga Esquivel Here are some important facts for District Seven: • 173 applications were written • 153 certificates were issued • $6,183,314 is the amount of total written applications • $5,018,396 is the amount of total issued certificates These figures make District Seven third in the state. Very good. Some of District Seven’s lodges are in the Top 15 of lodges across the state. They are: Total Number of Certificates in Force Lodge 79, Corpus Christi - 3rd place Lodge 107, Floresville -15th place Total Insurance in Force Lodge 79, Corpus Christi - 3rd place Lodge 107, Floresville - 12th place Lodge 133, San Antonio - 14th place Total Amount of Premium Paying Insurance in Force Lodge 79, Corpus Christi - 2nd place Lodge 133, San Antonio - 13th place Lodge 107, Floresville - 14th place

As you all know, the 33rd SPJST Convention has been set for August 14, 15, and 16, 2020. As this convention is coming upon us, I remind all of you to read all of the information sent to you. There will be a lot of changes for the 2020 Convention and the 2024 Convention. Be ready to discuss and vote on any item brought up. We have two members who are running for the office of SPJST Vice President. We have five members who are running for director positions. We will also be electing members to the Convention Committee, if that by-law proposal passes. The Convention Committee member will also serve as the substitute director in each district. Vice President Hiram Dixon, District Seven Director Bob Bayer, and District Six Director Karen Kaspar are retiring after the Convention or not seeking reelection. The Supreme Lodge voted to extend the elected officers’, Věstník editor’s, and directors’ positions until the Convention. If I had to do this all over again, I would gladly do it. As for the members who are glad to see me go, I hope this makes you all feel better. I think that I did a very good job for the past 45 years for District Seven. I have no ill feelings against anyone. I will always remember my SPJST family. Love you all. Thank you for your support during my tenure as your director. S panem Bohem . . . “What’s next?” . . . Look out, future, we’re coming! Thank you forever. God bless all of you. Fraternally, Bob Bayer District Seven Director —SPJST— DO YOU SHOP AT AMAZON.COM? Check out Amazon’s charity site

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Monday, May 25, 2020

SPJST Lodge Section The deadline for all Věstník items is 5 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month. Send your news and photos directly to:

/// Questions? Call 800-727-7578

Lodge 18, Elgin cancels June 27 Western Days dance Lodge 18, Elgin has canceled its free dance that was planned for Saturday, June 27 at Lodge 18 in conjunction with the Western Days Festival. The Chamber of Commerce recently announced that the Festival was canceled due to coronavirus concerns. Lodge members had also planned to ride the

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

Email: vestnik@spjst.org

SPJST Float in the Western Days parade on June 27. We look forward to hosting events again soon and welcoming members and friends to Lodge 18. Until then, please stay healthy and safe. Fraternally, FL Meyer Trustee —SPJST—

SPJST Scholarship winners: Congrats, Colby see and sierra sebesta

Lodge 81, Needville plans Join Hands Day

Lodge 54, West cancels June meeting

The board of directors of Lodge 81, Needville met on Sunday, May 17, 2020, in lieu of our regular meeting. All officers were present. Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha said that he would like to have a benefit for our lodge in September with a polka dance. Bradley mentioned that he will have to pull some money out of the scholarship account to help out our regular account. Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha also said that Join Hands Day will now take place on May 29. Our youth along with KJZT members will serve hamburgers along with a fruit bag for the senior citizens in our community. This event will take place at Immanuel Evangelical Church in Needville. Our lodge will donate the fruit and bags for this event. Special Funds Chairman Dan Natho gave his report, and it was approved as read. His report was for April and May.

Due to the current coronavirus outbreak and for the safety and concern of our members, Lodge 54, West is canceling its June 5, 2020, quarterly meeting. We will have the presentation of 75-year and 50-year pins at the next quarterly meeting, which will be on September 11 at St. Joseph Hall in West at 7 p.m. Fraternally, Freddie Kaluza, President —SPJST—

Next Meeting—June 14 We are planning to have a meeting next month. It will be on Sunday, June 14 since Father’s Day falls on our normal meeting day. The meal will be pizza provided by the lodge. Everyone, please stay safe and healthy! Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard plans June 28 meeting SPJST Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard will meet for its quarterly meeting on Sunday, June 28, 2020, at 12 noon at Wharton County Library. Fraternally, Helen Kelner Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—

Colbert H. Drgac of Lodge 17, New Tabor achieves Grand Age of 96

Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club members were presented SPJST Scholarships by District One Director Donnie Victorick. Colby See received the 2019 State Merit Award, 2016 State Royalty Scholarship, and the Ben and Martha Trcalek Scholarship. Colby is valedictorian of his graduating class. Sierra Sebesta received the Ernest A. Wentrcek, Sr. Scholarship. Both Colby and Sierra will be attending Texas A&M University in the fall. Congratulations to both graduates, and best of luck in their future endeavors. Pictured are, left to right, District One Director Donnie Victorick, Colby See, Sierra Sebesta, Lodge 9 Assistant Youth Leader Laura Sebesta, and Lodge 9 Youth Leader Loree Lewis.

SPJST congratulates Brother Colbert H. Drgac of Lodge 17, New Tabor, who celebrated his 96th birthday on Saturday, April 4, 2020. As such, Colbert is entitled to all SPJST member benefits with no further dues or assessments. Brother Colbert was born in Caldwell, Texas, on April 4, 1924, to Franklin and Lydia Drgac. His siblings were brother Franklin Drgac and sisters Doris Cervenka and Geraldine Siptak, all deceased. Brother Colbert married Dorothy Novosad in Caldwell. They were

blessed with two children - daughter Dani Lisa DeChiara (spouse Terry) of Taylor and son Jay Colbert Drgac of Caldwell. Brother Colbert worked and owned Drgac Lumber Yard prior to working at Caldwell National Bank. We congratulate Brother Colbert H. Drgac on attaining the Grand Age of 96. Thank you, Brother Colbert, for your membership in SPJST for all these years. May God bless you and your family with good health and happiness. —SPJST—

Monday, May 25, 2020

Lodge 87, Temple reports on April teleconference Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, in lieu of the regular lodge monthly meeting, President Sidney Kacir led members of Lodge 87, Temple in a teleconference call on Sunday, April 19, 2020, at 2:10 p.m. Minutes from the prior monthly meeting were read. Following a discussion led by President Kacir, members voted unanimously to make a monetary donation to Churches Touching Lives for Christ (CTLC) for the purchase and distribution of food and supplies to the community in this time of need. Members discussed concerns that at the time the SPJST Vision 2020 Convention is held, those who are to attend, including delegates, may need another option for participating in voting and other communication through a virtual source such as videoconferencing rather than being there in person if faced with high risk age and/or health-related issues in the event of exposure to COVID-19.

VĚSTNÍK President Kacir provided a reminder of the importance of adhering to safety practices in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. The next teleconference call is to be held in lieu of our regular monthly meeting on Sunday, May 17. Fraternally, Carolyn S. Greene Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 117, Robstown plans June 6 quarterly meeting Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 117, Robstown will hold its quarterly meeting on Saturday, June 6, 2020, at Hilltop Community Center at 11425 Leopard. The time of meeting is 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Fraternally, Frances McDonald President —SPJST—

Brady Alexander weds Caitlyn Foster Caitlyn Marie Foster of Salado became the bride of Brady Dave Alexander, also of Salado, in a double ring ceremony at St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Temple on April 25, 2020. The ceremony was officiated by Father John Guzaldo. Because of current restrictions on gatherings, only immediate family were present. The couple was congratulated following the ceremony by family and friends who drove past them as they stood outside the church and waved. The bride is the daughter of Terry and Tanya Foster of Salado. The groom is the son of Tarrant and Debbie Alexander of Salado and grandson of Lewis and Nora Sodek of Temple, who are both members of Lodge 47, Seaton, and Patty Alexander of Temple. Brady was an active member of Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club and served as 2015 SPJST State King. Both bride and groom are 2016 graduates of Salado High School. The couple will live in Roanoke,

Caitlyn and Brady Alexander

Virginia, where Caitlyn is a nurse. Brady will work as a welder. The couple will take a honeymoon trip after the crisis passes. —SPJST—

Lodge 29, Taylor member shares Czech heritage through accordion music I’m a longtime member of Lodge 29, Taylor. I moved out of state in 1988 when I joined the Navy, but I managed to receive the Věstník in Guam, Italy, Japan, and several places in the United States across the years. I always enjoy receiving the publication, as it takes me back to Texas and my Czech heritage. My husband and I both enjoy browsing through, and looking for folks we know. I particularly enjoy the cultural, heritage, and language lessons. Keep up the great work! I retired from the Navy in 2012, and took up accordion lessons in 2016. It has brought me great joy to be able to play the polkas and waltzes I grew up hearing. When I visit my mom Lillian Kaspar and family in Taylor, I love to get together with Buster Pavlicek and play some Czech music at the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home. A couple years ago, I discovered I can livestream Vrazel’s Polka Show on KMIL website on Sundays. What a kick it is to listen to the broadcast from Central Texas here in San Diego! Just last year, I joined the San Diego accordion club, made some wonderful new friends, and met so

many amazing musicians. The club (usually) meets once a month for open play, and often has a guest professional accordionist perform for an hour. We look forward to when we can resume our gatherings. We have all been a bit cooped up lately. So a few weeks ago, I invited a friend to come over and play some accordion duets outside. It turned into a nice recurring driveway concert with several neighbors and friends stopping by to listen. We’ve done three concerts so far on Sunday afternoons. We play a variety of music, including international duets, oldies, sing-alongs, and even a few nursery rhymes if we have little ones listening. Several polkas and waltzes I grew up with are enjoyed across cultures, and are standard fare for many accordionists, regardless of heritage: “Beer Barrel Polka,” “Blue Skirt Waltz,” “Tick Tock Polka,” and “Westphalia Waltz.” It’s so much fun to be able to play these old favorites with friends in San Diego. Donna Kaspar San Diego, California Lodge 29, Taylor —SPJST—

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Lodge 180, Burleson assists with providing meals to those in need It seems that it has been forever since I sat down to write the happenings that have been taking place with our lodge. I felt that I needed to write something to let all of the fellow members of other lodges know that we are all still kicking the barn door and wanting out! We have been unable to have a meeting since February. That is really very hard to believe that we have been invaded by a monster virus that is and has been attacking our fellow man, family, and acquaintances all across our country. Because the majority of our active members are not “spring chickens,” as the saying goes, and our meeting location was not open for assembly, we had no choice but to postpone our meetings. It has been done with saddened hearts, but through necessity for each other.

Monday, May 25, 2020 Lodge Helps in Times of Need During this time frame, we were approached by one of the organizations that we have helped financially before in our contributions. We decided that this was the time to help again as this organization helps in providing meals to those in need and to the elderly. It is such a blessing to be able to help during this crisis. Please be aware of your family, friends, and acquaintances out there and continue to urge them to be aware of their surroundings, being aware of social distancing, and wearing masks and gloves to help protect yourselves as well as those around you. This virus is not over; it has slowed down some, but it is still out there. I know this for a fact. Please stay safe so that we can have another conversation, hopefully after the beginning of June. Fraternally yours, Nancy Kelly President/Reporter —SPJST—

100 Never Looked So Good! SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton member Johnnie Plsek will be 100 years old on Saturday, May 30, 2020. Please drive by his home at 1810 South 33rd Street in Temple, Texas, from 2 to 4 p.m. and give a honk for the World War II Veteran and retired local homebuilder. A dance in his honor will be held at a later date.

Lodge 202, Jourdanton offers scholarships

Major Frank Zastoupil of Lodge 84, Dallas flies high with Blue Angels

Major Frank Zastoupil

Dear Readers, The United States Navy Blue Angels flew over Houston, Dallas, and Fort Worth, Texas on Wednesday, May 6, 2020, as part of Operation America Strong. The Blue Angels flyover of these cities was a collaborative salute from the Navy to recognize healthcare workers, first

responders, and other essential personnel while standing in solidarity with all Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic. When this spectacular display flew over Dallas, SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas members gave a special salute not only to the Blue Angels, but also to one of the pilots - Major Frank Zastoupil, who is also a member of Lodge 84. As a matter of fact, the Zastoupil family are 100 percent SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas members. Major Frank Zastoupil is a native of Kingwood, Texas, and graduated from Kingwood High School in 2005. He attended Texas A&M University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2009. Frank earned his commission as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps through the Platoon Leaders Course in 2009 and reported to The Basic School (TBS) at Marine Corps Base (MCB) Quantico, Virginia, to complete training. Following TBS, Frank was assigned to the Center for Advanced Operational Culture Learning (CAOCL) for Russian

language and culture training. Frank joined the Blue Angels in September 2019. He has accumulated more than 1,000 flight hours across three different tactical platforms, has 10 carrier arrested landings, and 90 shipboard vertical landings. His decorations include three Strike Flight Air Medals, one Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, and various personal and unit awards. We are so proud of Major Frank Zastoupil for his love of being on the team, flying high, and giving us a tearfully heart-throbbing moment as the Blue Angels flew over the Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston areas. Major Frank’s parents, Patrick Frank and Kris Zastoupil, are from the Kingswood area, and I’m sure he gave them a special high five when he flew over Houston! Thank you, Blue Angels, for a fantastic show, and to the Zastoupil family for your membership in the SPJST organization! Fraternally yours, Lynda Novak Lodge 84, Dallas Sales Agent —SPJST—

SPJST Lodge 202, Jourdanton is offering scholarships to members who are graduating from high school in 2020. Contact Bettie House (bvhouse@att.net) for an application. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 246 Morgan’s Point reports on winter, spring activities SPJST Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point met Monday, January 6, 2020, at Jake’s Chinese Buffet in Belton. President Ingrid Petrik welcomed the members. After a luncheon buffet, the meeting was called to order at 12 noon by President Petrik. Members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and observed a moment of silence for the troops serving our country, for deceased members, and for those who are in need of prayers. The minutes from the November meeting were presented by Secretary Melanie Zavodny. Treasurer David Nauert informed members of the lodge’s balances. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Charlie Herendon announced several upcoming activities including the District Two Spring Meeting, 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive, and SPJST state tournaments. He stated the lodge’s fraternal hours will be submitted

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to the Home Office. Under old business, Susan Hutton reported that she presented the $150 donation check from District Two Director Jesse Pospisil’s discretionary fund to the Morgan’s Point Volunteer Fire Department. Melanie Zavodny stated that she delivered the toys that were collected at the November lodge meeting to the Christmas Angels project in Rogers to benefit students at Rogers ISD. Under new business, members agreed to purchase a one-half page ad in the 2020 SPJST Official Souvenir Program Book. Lodge members offered to assist at the SPJST Car Show at the Temple Area Builders Association (TABA) Home and Garden Show on Friday, February 21 to Sunday, February 23 at the Bell County Expo Center in Belton. Members will assist with parking cars, registration, hosting, and people’s choice ballots. The next meetings were planned for March and May; however, they have been canceled due to coronavirus concerns. The lodge looks forward to meeting again soon. Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—

★ ★ Reunions ★ ★ Reunion notices are published at no charge and as a benefit to SPJST members. First-run announcements may be edited to fit the space. Thereafter, until the week prior to the reunion date - as space permits - notices will be run in an abbreviated form. Please include your SPJST lodge number/name, and your contact phone number. Thank you.

Belicek-Kovar family reunion canceled Dear Families of Pavel and Rozena Kovar Belicek, Due to COVID-19, the families decided to postpone the family reunion which was scheduled for June 13, 2020. We pray that everyone will remain safe and well. Bill Hodon Lodge 29, Taylor •••

VĚSTNÍK CANCELED—The 35th reunion for descendants of Anton and Alouise Jancak scheduled for June 6 at American Legion Hall in East Bernard has been canceled. Submitted by Helen Kelner, Lodge 28, East Bernard. RESCHEDULED—The reunion for

the families of George and Frances Kubin Sefcik (Sefcik-Kubin) has been rescheduled from Sunday, June 7, 2020, to June 6, 2021, at New Tabor Church Fellowship Hall. Detailed information will be sent next spring (2021). Submitted by Georgia Sefcik Fritsche, Lodge 17, New Tabor.

RESCHEDULED—The Vajdak family reunion has been rescheduled from June 14, 2020, to Sunday, June 13, 2021, at SPJST Lodge 9, Snook hall due to the current pandemic. Submitted by Carla Welch, Lodge 9, Snook. —SPJST—

Arnold and Emilie Sefcik celebrate 70 Years of Marriage Cone a c h gratulaother and tions to family Arnold a n d a n d friends Emilie w h o Sefcik, know the who are language. blessed Emilie to be also loves celebaking brating and giv70 years ing her of margoodies riage on away to May 23, LEFT PHOTO: Arnold and Emilie Sefcik are pictured on their wedding day in 1950. others. A 2020. few of her RIGHT PHOTO: Emilie and Arnold in 2018. A rs p e nold was born in Caldwell, and Emilie was born in Lee cialties are German chocolate cake, hummingbird cake, County near Brenham. They both grew up on farms near carrot cake, Hawaiian nut bread, and chewy pecan praCaldwell, where they learned the meaning of hard work lines. She has been told many times that her pralines are and responsibility. the best in the land. Arnold was drafted into the United States Army, where The couple also enjoys hitting the casinos when they he served from 1945 to 1948 as a Morse Code Operator can and playing 42 with dominoes. Above all else in this trainee. After the war, Arnold returned to Caldwell where life, they enjoy spending time with friends and family. he met and later married Emilie Houdek. On May 23, Their children are Danny (Mary) of Santa Fe, Texas; 1950, the couple was married by the late Father Tim Va- Carl (deceased); lenta at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Bryan. After the Kathy (Troy) of ceremony, they attended a reception that was held in their Minnesota; Teresa honor at the home of the groom’s parents. Arnold and (deceased); and Emilie then lived for a while in Bryan before moving to Byron (Shannon) Texas City. of Santa Fe. They Arnold worked for Monsanto then Sterling Chemical also have eight where he retired at the age of 65. For the most part, Emilie grandchildren and served as a homemaker and stay-at-home mother of five nine great-grandchildren until they were all in school at which time she children. worked at Montgomery Wards for 10 years. Arnold and Since their retirement, Arnold and Emilie have enjoyed Emilie have seen a traveling to Alaska, cruise to Cozumel and the Grand Cay- lot of changes durmans, Nashville, Washington DC, and many trips to Min- ing their 70 years nesota. of marriage . . . In their younger years, Arnold and Emilie both enjoyed some good and dancing to polkas and waltzes, especially those played by some bad. “But the Vrazels’ Polka Band. Although their dancing days are the bottom line,” fewer and farther between now, you can still find them they say, “is keep watching Big Joe’s Polka Show and Mollie B’s Polka going because Party on television and singing along with some of their Lord willing, to- Longtime members of SPJST favorites like Mark Halata and Texavia and the Dujka morrow is another Lodge 172, Pasadena, Arnold and Brothers. Arnold and Emilie are both very proud of their day!” Emilie are pictured at a polka festival in Minnesota in 2017. Czech heritage and have a good time speaking Czech to —SPJST—

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S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Shares COVID-19 Updates Dear SPJST Members, I have been asked by many of you about how the S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living facilities are doing since the arrival of COVID-19. I am proud to say, with God’s blessings, so far, we have escaped any diagnosed cases. Thanks to our new administrative team for this success. Rest Home No. 1, Taylor and Rest Home No. 3, El Campo-Hillje have been inspected by the state for our handling and preparedness of COVID19, and we have passed both with no infractions or write-ups from the state inspectors. Rest Home No. 2, Needville is surely on target to be inspected in the near future. Our census continues to be steady with a small decline in residents due to deaths which are unrelated to the virus. We have had no replacements due to the seriousness of admitting new residents with the situation that we are facing. Our Assisted Living in Taylor is doing great as well, and currently, it has no issues to deal with. Taylor will be undergoing the mandatory testing for COVID-19 by the Taylor Fire Department soon. We hope that our clean record will continue. I really do not want to admit anyone into the facilities, but this is unpreventable. It has been a real hardship for our residents who could not have family visit them, but they have made it so far. Many of our families have only seen their loved ones through the window. This is so sad, but we must be diligent

in keeping our residents safe. This has truly been a hardship on our families, but we continue to survive and be successful with our endeavors. We will be glad when things begin to return to normal, but we feel it will be a long time before that happens due to the high risks for our elderly residents. We plan to protect them to the best of our abilities. We will make no exceptions. The board would like to give special thanks to our administrators for their diligence and efforts to keep our residents safe and healthy. They have done a remarkable job, and we know they will continue to do so. Special thanks to Natalie Wright in Taylor, Kristi Petty at the Assisted Living, Juan Azua in Needville, and Rowena Tabler-Smith in El CampoHillje. We also want to thank all of our staff in all facilities for their dedication and loyalty for going above and beyond expectations to follow the direction of the administrators. We are proud of our entire Senior Living team who are dedicated and committed to being the best that we can be. We ask all of you to continue to keep us in your prayers and ask for your support to keep us going to provide the best care for our residents through this crisis. For those of you who have asked, thank you for caring and may God bless all of you and the entire SPJST organizations. Fraternally, Donnie Victorick, President S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living —SPJST—

2020 SPJST Flag Day Essay Contest THE THEME IS: “THE AMERICAN FLAG Freedom, Courage, and Honor” FIRST PLACE PRIZES AWARDED IN FOUR AGE DIVISIONS Entering Kindergarten to 8 Years $50 Gift Card 9 to 11 Years • $50 Gift Card 12 to 14 Years • $50 Gift Card 15 to High School Senior $50 Gift Card

All First Place Winners also receive a U.S. Flag, wooden pole and hanging bracket!

Grand Prize Winner $100 Gift Card to be Presented at 33rd SPJST Convention in Killeen, Texas on Sunday, June 14, 2020 All SPJST members who are entering kindergarten to high school senior are encouraged to enter. Youth club membership is not required. Age division will be determined as of Flag Day — June 14, 2020. The Rules: Write a Flag Day essay or poem that addresses the theme, “The American Flag Freedom, Courage, and Honor” Essay length must be between 150 and 500 words. Entries must be typed. Entries — including digital files — must include a cover sheet with participant’s name, address, phone number and/or email address and lodge number. Entries must be original and created by the youth. Entries become the property of SPJST and will not be returned.

Entries must be received on or before May 31, 2020. Send entries by U.S. Mail to: SPJST Flag Day Essay Contest c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503-0100 Send email entries to: frankh@spjst.com

SPJST Senior Living in Hillje hosts drive-through parade for residents, families

It was such a pleasure to be a part of the SPJST Senior Living drivethrough parade in Hillje on Friday morning, April 24, 2020, for the residents and their families. The love and encouragement displayed was

beautiful! Thank you to the staff and management of SPJST Senior Living who made this possible and special! —Submitted by Karen Kaspar, District Six Director

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LUC MARCAURELE LUC MARCAURELE Luc is a lifelong member of Lodge 30, Taiton and a graduate of El Campo High School. He is the son of Yvonne and David Marcaurele and the grandson of Albert Kresta and the late Patricia Kresta, and Josie Marcaurele and the late Eugene Marcaurele. Luc’s accomplishments include Leader-in-Training (LIT) at Camp Kubena, 2019-2020 SPJST State King, FFA Lone Star Degree, and academic awards throughout high school. Luc plans to enroll at Texas A&M University to study animal science with focus on veterinarian medicine.

COLBY SEE COLBY SEE Colby is a member of Lodge 9, Snook and a graduate of Snook High School. He is the son of Randy and Jonna See and the grandson of John and Dorothy See, and Mary Murphy, and Barbie Lewis. Colby’s honors include KBTX News 3 Classroom Champion and valedictorian of his senior class. Colby was also the 2016 SPJST State King. Colby plans to attend Texas A&M University, where he will study ag business. “We love you and are so very proud of you!” Love, Mom and Dad

BRANDON GIROD BRANDON GIROD Brandon is a member of Lodge 29, Taylor and a graduate of Elgin High School. He is the son of Cristy and Michael Girod and the grandson of Jesse and Linda Pospisil. Brandon was a member of National Honor Society and participated in baseball through high school. He played varsity for two years and was elected on the Baseball Leadership Council this year. He’s a left-handed pitcher and first baseman. Brandon earned his Eagle Scout rank his sophomore year. For his Eagle Scout project, Brandon built a campsite area at Camp Kubena where summer camps have opening and closing ceremonies. Brandon will attend Hardin-Simmons University to play baseball and study computer science.

ASHLEY ALANIZ ASHLEY ALANIZ Ashley is a member of Lodge 219, El Paso. She is the daughter of Carlos Alaniz and Mayra Alaniz. Ashley’s accomplishments include being accepted to the FBI Teen Academy; senior lawyer volunteer at El Paso County Teen Court Program; intern at Michael Zimprich law officers; and one of six Texas students to graduate high school as a certified paralegal. Ashley plans to attend UTEP then transfer to Baylor University to study to become a successful lawyer. She will also put her paralegal certification to practice in order to gain experience.

RENDON DOBECKA RENDON DOBECKA Rendon is a member of Lodge 6, Cottonwood and a graduate of West High School. He is the son of Tory and Kevin Dobecka and the grandson of Peggy and Bobby Dobecka, Steve Dieterich and the late Patricia Dieterich, and Gary and Saundra Straten. Rendon will attend Southwestern Assemblies of God University, where he will study business.

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JESSICA ENRIQUE JESSICA ENRIQUE Jessica is a member of Lodge 186, Caldwell and a graduate of Caldwell High School. She is the daughter of Andrea and Jessie Enrique and the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Johnny B. Pineda, and Jessie Enrique, Sr. Jessica’s honors include National Honor Society; president of SPJST Lodge 186, Caldwell Youth Club; 2019 SPJST District One Queen and first runner-up State Queen; and 2019 Burleson County Youth Fair Queen. Jessica plans to major in biochemistry/pre-med and begin her studies at Blinn College. “Continue to shine, sweet girl. Proud of you!” Love, Mom, Dad, and your favorite brother!

KATELYN DANIEL KATELYN DANIEL Katelyn is a member of Lodge 183, Arlington and a graduate of Texas A&M University Corpus Christi with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing. Katelyn plans on being an emergency room nurse at Doctors Regional Medical Center in Corpus Christi. “Congratulations and best wishes!”

KYLE MARK HOELSCHER KYLE MARK HOELSCHER Kyle is a member of Lodge 47, Seaton and a graduate of Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Ag Leadership and Development. He is the son of Mark and Patricia Hoelscher and the grandson of Margaret Vrazel. “We are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments!”

DANNIKKA BARTEK DANNIKKA BARTEK Dannikka is a member of Lodge 47, Seaton and a graduate of Belton High School. She is the daughter of Brandon and Amber Bartek, and Kristen and Mark Blumenstein and the granddaughter of Juanita Bartek. “We are so proud of you! This senior year has been a little different, but great things are coming your way! We love you!” Love, Dad and Amber

KATELYNN MARIE SCHNEIDER KATELYNN MARIE SCHNEIDER Katelynn is a member of Lodge 30, Taiton and a graduate of Wharton High School. She is the daughter of Steven and Vicki Schneider and the granddaughter of Jerome and Georgia Dorotik, and Carrol and Shirley Schneider. Katelynn plans to study wildlife and fisheries sciences at Texas A&M University. “Congratulations and best wishes!”

MARSHALL OMAN MARSHALL LUKE LUKE OMAN Marshall is a member of Lodge 187, Round Rock and a graduate of Taylor High School. He is the son of Shawn Oman and Nicole Oman and the grandson of JoAnn Oman, and David and Suzanne Morris. Marshall’s honors/activities include ATSSB All-State band; first chair in percussion; 160 hours of volunteer service in Silver Cords; and grand champion with his turkey at the 2019 Williamson County Livestock Show. Marshall’s future plan is to study music education at Stephen F. Austin State University. “We all wish you the best in this next chapter of your life. You’re so talented and knowledgeable with music we know you will do well.”

KACIE VANECEK KACIE VANECEK Kacie is a member of Lodge 48, Beyersville and a graduate of the University of Texas with a degree in English and rhetoric and writing. She is the daughter of Tim and Donna Vanecek and the granddaughter Melvin and Geraldine Steger, and Sybil Vanecek. Kacie was the 2015 SPJST State Queen.

Monday, May 25, 2020 ALLYSON COCKE ALLYSON COCKE Allyson is a member of Lodge 29, Taylor and a graduate of Cedar Ridge High School. She is the daughter of Teresa and Steve Cocke and the granddaughter of Margie and Tom Faltesek, and Linda and Milton Cocke. Allyson was president of her youth group and participated in advanced culinary art, camp counselor, National Honor Society, and Girl Scouts. Allyson’s future plan is to become an orthodontist. “Keep pursuing your passion, and don’t let anyone hold you back.”

CAMERONCAMERON SKRIVANEKSKRIVANEK Cameron is a member of Lodge 25, Ennis and a graduate of Ennis High School. He is the son of Glenn and Tracey Skrivanek. Cameron is a member of the Ennis Lions Baseball Team, National Honor Society, and FFA. Cameron plans to attend Tarleton State University to study mechanical engineering.

SIERRA SEBESTA SIERRA RENEE RENEE SEBESTA Sierra is a member of Lodge 9, Snook and a graduate of Snook High School. She is the daughter of Richard and Laura Sebesta and the granddaughter of the late B. R. and Sadie Sebesta, and Carlton and Mary Ann Sexton, and the goddaughter of Frances Sebesta and the late Robert Sebesta. Sierra’s honors include SPJST district and state placings at Youth Achievement Day; FFA State Lonestar Degree; 4-H Gold Star; multiple placings over the last five years showing purebred Santa Gertrudis cattle in Texas and across the nation; A/B honor roll; president of Snook FFA, Snook Senior Class of 2020, and Snook 4-H; secretary of Burleson County 4-H County Council and SPJST Lodge 9 Youth Club; vice president of Snook National Honor Society; junior member of Santa Gertrudis Breeders International and the Mid Coast Santa Gertrudis Affiliate; and multiple placings at the National Junior Santa Gertrudis Show in public speaking, cattleman’s contest, photography, video, PowerPoint, herdsman contest, and purebred heifer show. Sierra will attend Texas A&M University to pursue a minor in agribusiness and/or a master’s degree within the Department of Agricultural Sciences. She will continue to raise and show purebred Santa Gertrudis cattle across the nation. Her life has revolved around agriculture, and she hopes to give back to youth in the future. “Sierra, we wish you the best. We know your senior year did not turn out the way you expected it to, thanks to COVID-19, but we know you are strong and will persevere. You have a bright and successful future ahead of you. Push forward and reach for the stars. Your future is what you make of it. As Walt Disney once said, ‘All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.’ We love you.” —Mom, Dad, Hagan, Morgan, Nick, and Kinsley

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KAITLYN COCKE KAITLYN COCKE Kaitlyn is a member of Lodge 29, Taylor and a graduate of Cedar Ridge High School. She is the daughter of Teresa and Steve Cocke and the granddaughter of Margie and Tom Faltesek, and Linda and Milton Cocke. Kaitlyn was vice president of Brethren Youth Fellowship at Taylor Brethren Church. Kaitlyn plans to pursue a degree in nursing and work as a critical care/trauma nurse. “Yesterday is history and tomorrow is a mystery.”

CALEB SKRIVANEK CALEB SKRIVANEK Caleb is a member of Lodge 25, Ennis and a graduate of Tarleton State University with a Bachelor of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences in Horticulture and Landscape Management. He is the son of Glenn and Tracey Skrivanek.

KATLYN POLASEK KATLYN POLASEK Katlyn is a member of Lodge 202, Jourdanton and a graduate of Jourdanton High School. She is the daughter of Roy and Kathleen Polasek and the granddaughter of Albert and Katherine Marek. Katlyn was volleyball setter of the year in 2019, and was accepted into Angelo State University. Katlyn’s future plan is to become a nurse and have a family of her own one day.

CHRIS ZAVODNY CHRIS ZAVODNY Chris is a member of Lodge 47, Seaton and a graduate of Texas A&M University with a bachelor’s degree. He is the son of Elden and Becky Zavodny and the grandson of Leon and Vallie Zavodny, and Maxie Roessler. Chris plans to pursue a career in food sales.

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TABOR DOWELL TABOR DOWELL Tabor is a member of Lodge 17, New Tabor and a graduate of Caldwell High School. He is the son of Mabrey Petty and Tye Dowell and the grandson of Carol Petty, Tommy and Dougie Dowell, and Leisa Dowell. Tabor’s future plan is to attend Texas A&M University.

DAVID HEJL DAVID HEJL David is a member of Lodge 47, Seaton and a graduate of Rogers High School. He is the son of James Hejl and Melissa Hughes and grandson of Edward and Louise Hejl, David (Kit) and Sharon Hughes, and Beulah and Larry Spragg. David was a member of the Rogers Eagles’ Baseball Team. He plans to attend Temple College.

BRAXTIN PIEPER BRAXTIN PIEPER Braxtin is a member of Lodge 81, Needville and a graduate of Needville High School. He is the son of Leslie and Sherrie Pieper and the grandson of Eddie and Rosie Lee Pieper. Braxtin’s honors and activities include Needville Marching Band, drumline leader, section leader, and marching leader; school jazz band in school; various UIL competitions; third on drums, alternate in state; fifth on drums in state; varsity track team where he received multiple first place medals. Braxtin was a member of the 4x4 relay team that had a very good chance of making it to state. We were proud of all the boys for their hard work and dedication; it was very disappointing when the remaining season and all UIL activities had to be canceled due to COVID-19. Braxtin’s future plan is to attend WCJC where he will enroll in the HVAC program and earn a certificate in heating and air conditioning as he continues his passion in music. He dreams and aspires to be a performer one day. Braxtin has been playing music since he was in the first grade and loves playing the piano, drums, guitar, and singing and writing songs. “We are all very proud of the young man you have become. You still have the very sweet, loving, tender side that your Momma loves. We wish you all the best that life has to offer for you. There is a lot out there for you to learn. Go out there and take this big, bad world by the horns and know that you have us and God on your side. Do what you love, and love what you do! We all love you bunches!” Mom, Dad, Ryan, Kara, Levi, Stephanie, Colt, Drenner, and Gunner

CAELIHUNT HUNT TAYLOR CAELI TAYLOR Caeli is a member of Lodge 97, Placedo and a graduate of McMullin County High School. She is the daughter of Shannon and Tamara Taylor and the granddaughter of Kenneth and Gay Revel, William and Kay Taylor, and Judy and Dale Turner. Caeli’s honors include cross country - CCCAT all-state and all-region, TGCA allstate, all-star, district champion, regional and state qualifier, state medalist, and TGCA, THSCA, and CCCAT academic all-state; basketball - district newcomer of the year, first team all-district, academic all-district, District MVP, TABC all-region, TGCA all-state, TGCA and THSCA academic all-state, TABC 1A three-point champion, Victoria Advocate 1st Team All-Area, and VYPE San Antonio Honorable Mention; track - regional qualifier, Region IV champion and third in state in 1600 and 3200, All-South Texas Distance Runner, TCGA all-state, all-star, and academic all-state, and THSCA academic all-state; FFA - nursery/landscaping state qualifier; National Honor Society; Student Council; Tilden Livestock Show participant; FFA; and 4-H. Caeli has been accepted to Texas Lutheran University where she will major in athletic training for a career as high school or college athletic trainer. “Congratulations, Caeli, on your high school graduation and for your outstanding academic and athletic accomplishments during your high school years. We love you and are very proud of you.” Grandpa and Grandma Revel

Monday, May 25, 2020 HANNAH STEFEK HANNAH STEFEK Hannah is a member of Lodge 48, Beyersville and a graduate of Taylor High School. She is the daughter of Greg and Tina Stefek and the granddaughter of Terry and Judy Czmskey, and Michael Boss. Hannah served as president of Lodge 48, Beyersville Youth Club. Hannah’s future plan is to attend Temple College. “Congratulations, Hannah. We are so proud of you, and we wish you much success.” Love, Dad, Mom, and Hayden

PATRICK EVAN HARRIS PATRICK EVAN HARRIS Patrick is a member of Lodge 151, Wharton and a graduate of Glenda Dawson High School. He is the son of Ian and Carol Harris and the grandson of David and Janie Bucek. Patrick’s honors include Advanced Placement (AP) endorsement, Information Technology endorsement, Mathematics endorsement, All “A”s for four years, CompTIA A+ certification, CompTIA Network+ certification, information technology internship during senior year, National Honor Society, and Eagle Scout. Patrick will attend Baylor University where he will study software development in the School of Engineering and Computer Science.

VĚSTNÍK PAIGE GENTRY PAIGE GENTRY Paige is a member of Lodge 160, San Angelo and a graduate of Angelo State University with a degree in animal science. She is the daughter of Carrie Beasley and Todd Gentry and the granddaughter of Stan and Janie Beasley. Paige was on the Dean’s List, secretary in MFSA and Delta Tau Alpha, and orientation leader MVP. Paige plans to attend grad school at Angelo State. “Congratulations on a super job! You are so ambitious and will have a great future!”

MADALYN PAIGE STOEPPLEMAN MADALYN PAIGE STOEPPLEMAN Madalyn is a member of Lodge 154, Fort Worth and a graduate of Boswell High School. She is the granddaughter of Mary Jean Sledge. Madalyn earned her license in cosmetology. She will continue her education in a specialized field of cosmetology. “Mady, we are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments! You are going to do great things. We know your senior year didn’t go the way it traditionally would, but despite these unpredictable times, you’ve worked hard to finish your school year strong. The fun is only just beginning!”

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CADE MARSHALL CAMPBELL CADE MARSHALL CAMPBELL

Nash is a member of Lodge 24, Cyclone and a graduate of Rogers High School. He is the son of Derek and Kimberly Campbell and the grandson of Patricia Armstrong, Margaret Campbell, and Jim Campbell. Nash’s accomplishments include 2018 SPJST State King, Top 10 percent graduate, National Honor Society, Rogers FFA Vice President, 2020 Bell County Youth Fair Grand Champion - Turkey, and 1st Team All-State Football. Nash will enroll at Texas A&M University where he will major in forensic and investigative sciences.

Cade is a member of Lodge 24, Cyclone and a graduate of Rogers High School. He is the son of Derek and Kimberly Campbell and grandson of Patricia Armstrong, Margaret Campbell, and Jim Campbell. Cade’s honors include Rogers Theatre - One-Act Play cast, National Honor Society, Rogers FFA - exhibited turkeys and goats, AB honor roll, Rogers Marching and Concert Band - Area Finalist for marching band. Cade plans to attend Temple College and later transfer to Texas A&M University to begin studies in poultry science.

“We are so proud of you and cannot wait to see where life takes you. We love you!” Mom and Dad

“We are so very proud of you and so sorry your senior year was cut short and you were unable to complete the One-Act Play Competition. We cannot wait to see what your future holds!” Love, Mom and Dad

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Monday, May 25, 2020 NATHAN MATOUS NATHAN MATOUS

Nathan is a member of Lodge 25, Ennis and a graduate of Ennis High School. He is the son of Steve and Kathy Matous and the grandson of Frankie and Evelyn Svehlak, and Raymond and Dorothy Matous Nathan’s accomplishments include Eagle Scout, National Honor Society, drum major for Ennis High School Band, All-Region and State in Solo and Ensemble, and AP Scholar award. Nathan plans to pursue a business degree at Texas A&M University.

HUNTER BRANNON MANCHACK HUNTER BRANNON MANCHACK Hunter is a member of Lodge 142, Houston and a graduate of Sheridan High School in Arkansas. He is the grandson of Jack and Catherine Manchack. Hunter completed the high school’s two-year welding class.

TRIANNA BERGSTRAND TRIANNA BERGSTRAND Trianna is a member of Lodge 219, El Paso and a graduate of The University of Texas at El Paso with a degree in psychology. She is the daughter of Sandra Gurola.

EVAN STAVINOHA EVAN STAVINOHA Evan is a member of Lodge 81, Needville and a graduate of Needville High School. She is the daughter Bradley and Cecilia Stavinoha. Evan plans to enroll at Blinn College to begin her studies in psychology then transfer to Texas A&M University.

DARBY JANE JANE BALLARD BALLARD DARBY Darby is a member of Lodge 160, San Angelo and a graduate of Texas A&M University with a degree in biomedical engineering and a minor in history. She is the daughter of Rowdy and Michelle Ballard and the granddaughter of Stan and Janie Beasley. During her time at Texas A&M, Darby had her research published, and she presented her work at a national conference. In addition to completing numerous internships, she developed a device to correct avuncular deformities in infants. Darby will pursue a doctorate degree in microbial pathogenesis and immunology at Texas A&M. “Congratulations on your graduation! You are a special girl with such an outstanding will and desire to help others. What lies ahead for you is amazing.”

SCHAUER, KENNETHKENNETH SCHAUER, JR. (AKAJR. JR)(aka JR)

HANNA SLOVAK HANNA SLOVAK Hanna is a member of Lodge 25, Ennis and a graduate of Ennis High School. She is the daughter of Sandra Trojacek and the granddaughter of Linda Trojacek. She graduated a year early as she excelled with her grades and credits. Hanna plans to pursue a career as an registered nurse since she likes to take care of people. “We’re proud of your accomplishments!”

Kenneth is a member of Lodge 28, East Bernard and a graduate of East Bernard High School. He is the son of Kenneth Schauer and Laura and James Stavinoha and the grandson of Glenn and Jeanette Kaminsky. Kenneth’s accomplishments include Eagle Scout, All State Defensive Lineman, Class 3A regional qualifier in power lifting super heavy weight division, and first in showmanship in three different steer shows. Kenneth will attend Sul Ross University to major in business/agriculture and to play football. “Mom-mom and Pop have watched you grow from diapers to an outstanding young man. We have been to all of your athletic events and steer shows. We have given you encouragement and congratulations for 18 years. You have developed a great work ethic. From rarely getting to play in the seventh grade to making All-State your senior year . . . We are proud and would like to think we had something to do with you developing into a gentleman. We will still be around, if and when you need us. You may have to find us in your ‘rear view’ mirror.”

Monday, May 25, 2020 CLAIRE CASEY CLAIRE CASEY Claire is a member of Lodge 88, Houston and a Magna Cum Laude graduate of Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Supply Chain Management. She is the daughter of Keith and Donna Casey and the granddaughter of Wallace and Janice Jahns, and Sandra Casey and the late Roy Casey. Claire plans to move to Dallas to start a full-time rotational program at Texas Instruments in July. “Congratulations Claire! We are all very proud of you. Good luck with all of your future plans.”

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NATALIE VACHA NATALIE VACHA Natalie is a member of Lodge 9, Snook and a graduate of Snook High School. She is the daughter of Emily Vacha and the granddaughter of Adolph Vacha. Natalie’s activities and honors include 4-H, SPJST, Fellow Christian Athletes, and Brethren Youth Fellowship. Natalie has also enjoyed running track and playing volleyball and basketball. Natalie has played basketball since kindergarten and played all four years of high school as a Snook Varsity Lady Jay. She was team captain her senior year. She played varsity volleyball all four years. Along with going to school and playing sports, Natalie has worked part time after school this past year. Natalie’s future plan is to attend Blinn College then transfer to Texas A&M University where she will pursue a kinesiology degree with plans of coaching basketball one day. “We are so proud of the person you have become. You are strong, confident, and hard working. You can accomplish just about anything you put your mind to. We love you so much!” —Mom and Malorie

Andrew is a member of Lodge 25, Ennis and a graduate of the University of San Diego with a Bachelor of Accountancy and Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance. He is the son of Cathy and Bill Cole and the grandson of Dorothy and Wesley Prachyl, and Janice Jo Cole. Andrew participated in Deloitte FanTaxtic National Competition - National Champion; Delta Sigma Pi Professional Fraternity - Vice President of Finance; Beta Theta Pi Social Fraternity - Vice President of Finance; Beta Alpha Psi and Accounting Society; and studied abroad - Anglo American University - Prague, Czech Republic. Andrew will work in multi-state tax for Deloitte Tax LLP in San Diego, California. “Congratulations and best wishes!”

KYLE BRINKMAN KYLEPATRICK PATRICK BRINKMAN Kyle is a member of Lodge 186, Caldwell and a graduate of Caldwell High School. He is the son of Yolanda and Larry Brinkman and the grandson of the late Darlene and Franklin Brinkman, and Lola and the late Victor T. Mendez. Kyle was a two-year letterman for the Caldwell Hornet Baseball team as a manager. Kyle’s plan is to attend a technical program to major in a culinary arts program, but he is keeping his options open to other avenues/adventures that might appeal to him as well. “We are so very proud of you Kyle. You have had your ups and downs during your school years, but it has finally paid off. You are seeing the light at the end of the tunnel, and we could not be more happy for you. We cannot wait to see what the future holds for you. We love you very much!”

TRAVIS WAGER T RAV IS WAGER Travis is a member of Lodge 196, Houston-West and a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Sam Houston State University with a master’s degree in curriculum instruction. His family includes wife Cadance Wager and children Alex Wager and Carter Wager. Travis will continue teaching elementary. “We could not be prouder of your accomplishments, Travis. You put your mind to it and proved that anything is possible with hard work and dedication. You are already an incredible teacher! As the late Rita Pierson said, ‘Every child deserves a champion - an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection, and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be.’ Keep being their champion!”

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Monday, May 25, 2020 The deadline for all Věstník items is 5 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month. 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 (listed on page 2), or State Fraternal Director at 800-727-7578, or visit www.spjst.org.

State Fraternal Director shares June news State and District Youth Showcase to Replace YAD for 2020 I would not have imagined in a million years that 2020 would turn out like this. I have spent sleepless nights thinking about the what ifs. “What if we can’t go to camp?” “What if we can’t have YAD?” Then I thought about our ancestors who migrated to this country under adverse conditions. They faced many challenges, obstacles, and even a pandemic in 1919. Somehow they survived and made their lives better. We can do the same! In a previous letter, I let you know about cancelling all State and District Youth Achievement Days (YAD). We are now diligently working on an online program. I don’t want to call it YAD due to this being something different. I like “SPJST Youth Showcase.” After having the virtual decorated rock contest with 155 entries from across the state, I know this will be a good way to keep our youth active and involved with SPJST. Please know we are still working on the timeline on how this process will work. Youth leaders, I will send emails explaining the details. Information explaining the rules for the categories and contests follows this letter. 2020 Camp Kubena Overnight Summer Camp Program Canceled Due to COVID-19, Camp Kubena has made the difficult decision to cancel its overnight summer camp program for

2020. The decision was announced on May 20 by the Camp Kubena Advisory Committee. Despite Gov. Abbott’s announcement that summer camps can open on June 1, the Camp Kubena Advisory Committee decided the restrictions under which Camp Kubena would have to operate make it impractical to open camp this year. In a letter to group leaders and parents, Camp Kubena Executive Director Rob Clift gives details about some of the guidelines such as the use of masks and PPE, restrictions of cabin occupancy, no cultural dancing or social large group activities like opening campfire or hayrides, and other restrictions. He also explained the significant and additional burdens that would have been placed on camp staff, including quarantining them on site for seven to 10 days before the camp season begins. It would have also necessitated that camp staff would be required to remain onsite except for supervised visits to town while wearing masks. The full letter can be viewed at http://campkubena.com/covid-19/ While the summer camp program is off for 2020, it’s important to know that Camp Kubena isn’t closed. The Camp will remain a resource to the community that exemplifies its values of benevolence, humanity, and brotherhood. The plans are to utilize camp throughout the summer months as a day-camp facility with limited activities. This will include working with individual groups – including families, SPJST lodges and youth clubs, and other organizations that would like to come out and enjoy the property. For information, please con-

tact Rob directly at 979-249-5674 or by email at robc@spjst.com. Flag Day Essay Contest All SPJST youth between the ages of five and high school senior are encouraged to enter this year’s Flag Day Contest. This contest will promote patriotism and creative literacy. Members who are ages eight and under are encouraged to submit an entry in the coloring contest. Several prizes will be awarded in the Flag Day contest. All of the winners will be announced in the Věstník leading up to Flag Day on Sunday, June 14. The deadline for all entries is May 31. This year’s theme is “The American Flag - Freedom, Courage, and Honor.” Youth leaders, this would be a good time to talk with your youth about the right way to display the United States flag and flag etiquette. You may also want to consider having a member of the Boy Scouts or the American Legion come in as a guest speaker at a future meeting. Decorated Rock Contest Age Category Overall Winners Ages 5 to 8 Evan Pflughaupt Lodge 88, Houston Ages 9 to 11 Luke McCarthy Lodge 187, Round Rock Ages 12 to 14 Megan Ohnheiser Lodge 185, New Braunfels Ages 15 to High School Senior Addee Williams Lodge 215, South Plains Decorated Rock Contest People’s Choice Winners Ages 5 to 8 Steel McCoy Lodge 185, New Braunfels Ages 9 to 11 Aubrey Marshall Lodge 20, Granger Ages 12 to 14 James Teague, Jr. Lodge 20, Granger Ages 15 to High School Senior Caitlyn Petett Lodge 107, Floresville July Věstník Project The July Věstník Project will be about Athletic Superhero Babe Didrikson Zaharias. Babe was born in Port Arthur, Texas, and was America’s first female golf celebrity.

Camp Tee-Shirt Please support our camp program by purchasing camp tee-shirts! Macy Narro created an awesome tee-shirt. There will not be an order deadline for this teeshirt. You can order camp tee-shirts through the Home Office Fraternal Department. Fraternally, Frank Horak State Fraternal Director —SPJST—

Presenting the 2020 SPJST Youth Showcase What is SPJST Youth Showcase? The SPJST Youth Showcase was born of the idea that healthy competition inspires young people to do their best! Competition is wonderful when it provides feedback to young people about their performance and improvement, when winning is not the sole objective, and when young people get to grow from the experience. For years, that idea presented itself in SPJST in the form of seven District Youth Achievement Day contests held in early summer and culminating with State Youth Achievement Day at the end of summer break. Thanks to the social distancing mandated by the coronavirus, that changed things — at least for now! The SPJST Youth Showcase aims to fill that void and will consist of competition in five categories: Constructed Items Photography Pictorial Arts Individual Talent Royalty Who Can Enter? The SPJST Youth Showcase is open to all SPJST young people who have a current SPJST Life Insurance certificate. Certificates must be issued no later than June 1, 2020. Any young person who has completed kindergarten to an incoming high school senior is eligible to participate. The 2020 SPJST Youth Showcase is open to youth who have not previously been part of the SPJST youth program. Contestants will compete for first, second, and third place recognition in four age categories in each district:

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Completed Kindergarten to 8 Years Ages 9 to 11 Ages 12 to 14 Ages 15 to High School Senior SPJST Youth Showcase contestants must be single and cannot be a parent or pregnant. In the first round of the SPJST Youth Showcase, contestants will compete for district recognition. First place district winners will advance to the competition to be presented in August. All district and state results will be announced at www.spjst.org, on SPJST’s social media pages, and in the Věstník. How to Enter An SPJST Youth Showcase contestant must register electronically at spjst.org. All contestants may submit one entry per category. Youth will also do the same for talent and royalty competitions. Parents and youth will be responsible for completing electronic entry cards and submitting digital images of their project (videos of individual talent and royalty speeches). The entry process of the electronic entry cards and uploads of the project must be submitted at the same time. No entries will be accepted by email or text. Electronic registration will close on July 1 at 11:59 p.m. If a mistake is made with an upload and corrected before the cut off date, the contestant will be able to correct the problem before the entry is judged. General Youth Showcase Rules Upload one high quality digital image of the entry submitted for Constructed Items, Pictorial Arts, and Photography. The image should be of the entry against a solid white or colored background. Tie Breaker Ties will be broken for first place in all categories and for second place in royalty. If scores are tied after judging, the winner will be determined by reviewing the contestant’s scores. The contestant with the greatest number of first place scores from the judges will be the first place winner. Youth Showcase Craft Contests Contestants may enter one entry in each category: Constructed Items Pictorial Arts Photography

VĚSTNÍK General Craft Rules and Judging Criteria o Items must be made by the contestant. o Items previously entered in SPJST youth competitions may not be entered. o All craft entries and digital images must be submitted electronically. o Contestant will submit two photos with each entry: The first photo that is submitted will be of the contestant with their project. The second photo should be of the entry against a solid white or colored background. o Entries featuring and/or promoting the use of any alcohol, tobacco, or drug product will not be accepted. Constructed Items o The entry being submitted for judging must be made of clay or molded dough. Be creative and have fun! Judging Criteria Level of Difficulty.............40 points Creativity and Design .......40 points Neatness and Appearance..20 points Pictorial Arts o The entry being submitted for judging must be a freehand painting or drawing on paper, canvas, or poster board using paint, ink, pencil, crayon, chalk, or markers. Judging Criteria Level of Difficulty.............40 points Creativity and Design .......40 points Neatness and Appearance..20 points Photography o The entry must illustrate the category, “Flower(s).” o The image must be in color. o Camera effects and digital modifications are not permitted. Judging Criteria and Description Composition.....................35 points The arrangement of the forms within the photo should be pleasing to the eye. How well did the photographer use the available space within his format? If the rules of thirds are broken, did the result justify that decision? Exposure .........................25 points The amount of light that enters the camera hitting the camera sensor is called exposure. If not enough light enters the camera and reaches the digital sensor, the image will be too dark or underexposed. If too much light enters the camera and reaches the digital sensor, the image will be too bright or overexposed.

Impact .............................25 points Impact is the sense one gets upon viewing an image for the first time. This is best explained by the “I wish I’d taken that picture” reaction. Does the image make the viewer feel happy, sad, angry, proud, or another intense emotion? Creativity.........................15 points Creativity is the digital image original, fresh, and external expression of the imagination taken by the photographer? Did the photographer convey an idea, message or thought? Individual Talent Contest Rules and Judging Criteria Contestants are invited to perform the talent of their choice — dance, dramatic presentation, gymnastics, instrumental, vocal, pantomime, and lip-sync — are all permitted. Performance Guidelines o For Individual Talent, the performance must be limited to three minutes or less. The time limit does not include the introduction. o Contestants will not announce their name, lodge, or hometown in their introduction or at any time during their digitally recorded presentation. o No outside assistance with talent acts is permitted. o Performance, costumes, music, and props must be in good taste and age appropriate. If video is determined inappropriate, it will not be judged. Judging Criteria Technique........................40 points (Level of Skill) Rendition (Creativity) ...25 points Stage Presence................20 points (Poise/Personality) Extra Merit.....................15 points Royalty Competition The SPJST State King and SPJST State Queen are considered to be the “youth ambassadors” for the Society. As such, they represent the SPJST at several public events during their course of their reign. More than anything, perhaps, the SPJST Royalty Competition is about presentation and poise and the ability to communicate effectively. Contestants may enter by completing the online registration for “Royalty” at spjst.org. Speeches and autobiographies must be uploaded with the royalty entry. Royalty winners will be the 2020 SPJST Youth Ambassadors for the society.

Compelling, confident public speaking is a crucial skill that is often not developed in a young person’s formative years; however, it can strongly impact how the young person views him/herself and how he/she develops and succeeds in school. The poise and increased command of public speaking that are gained from competing in this category at the district and state levels will not only help youth in school, but also empower them in any situation they encounter in life. King and Queen Competition King and queen contestants must be entering high school freshmen to high school seniors. Competition Guidelines The District competition will be the speech presentation. Royalty speech content shall be presented in a positive manner (pre-recorded). The State competition includes two interview questions and the speech presentation. Royalty speech content shall be presented in a positive manner. All contestants within a district will compete for the district titles. District winners will compete for the state titles. State royalty competition will take place on a web-based platform, such as GoToMeeting or Zoom. Speech Topic The topic for the 2020 royalty speeches is: “SPJST - Superheroes Unite!” The royalty speech must be in the contestant’s own words and not exceed three minutes. It will incorporate SPJST and make up 50 percent of the speech. The speech time limit is three minutes. A total of three points (one point by each of the three judges) will be deducted if a contestant exceeds the time limit. Time limit begins with the contestant’s first word. If any technical difficulties should arise during the state royalty competition, the contestant will have the opportunity to restart the speech. District Royalty Judging Criteria (Pre-Recorded) Speech Content.................40 points (Includes adhering to topic) Speech Delivery ...............50 points Stage Presence..................10 points (Neatness, Poise, Appearance) State Royalty Judging Criteria (Live) Interview No. 1 .................15 points Interview No. 2 .................15 points

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Speech Content .................30 points (Includes adhering to topic) Speech Delivery ...............30 points Stage Presence ..................10 points (Neatness, Poise, Appearance) Contestant Guidelines Contestants must have participated in a previous YAD in order to compete in the Royalty competition. The attire for the district and state royalty contestants is professional (formal or business attire). Past SPJST State Kings and past SPJST State Queens are not eligible to enter. No SPJST State Queen candidate shall be pregnant or have given birth to a child. In the event that the SPJST State Queen becomes pregnant during her reign, it becomes necessary to forfeit her title and all prizes. No SPJST State King candidate shall have caused a female to become pregnant. In the event that the SPJST State King causes a female to become pregnant during his reign, it becomes necessary to forfeit his title and all prizes. Youth who are being treated for the use of drugs or alcohol and/or convicted of an offense greater than a Class C misdemeanor (speeding ticket) prior to competition are ineligible to compete. Youth who are being treated for the use of drugs or alcohol and/or convicted of an offense greater than a Class C misdemeanor (speeding ticket) during their reign must forfeit their titles and all prizes. Contestants will have no facial hair and no visible body piercings and/or tattoos during competition. Dukes and Duchesses Duke and duchess candidates must have completed kindergarten and may be up to 12 years of age. These young people will not compete during the online competition. They are designated by the king and queen contestants. Awards State King: $1,500 SPJST Scholarship*, trophy, sash State Queen: $1,500 SPJST Scholarship*, tiara, trophy, sash State Duke: Trophy, sash State Duchess: Small tiara, trophy, sash First and second runners-up will also receive awards. *The State King and State Queen will receive scholarship upon successful completion of reign and State Royalty requirements. —SPJST—

hang out the sunroof with our sign that we made. We miss going to dance. We had a great time driving by seeing our dance teacher. Thank you. Bye. NayEli Garcia, age 5 —SPJST—

Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje youth misses dance, teacher Hello, SPJST Members and Friends. On Friday, May 8, 2020, I had the Strutters parade. My friend and I got to

Lodge 47, Seaton youth keeping busy with activities

Lodge 47, Seaton youth misses baseball season I’m really missing baseball season and hanging out with friends and family. I hope someone finds a cure for this virus soon so people won’t get sick anymore, and everything can go back to normal. Tyson Bilbrey, age 12 —SPJST—

I have been doing a lot of arts and crafts, riding my bike, playing outside, and swimming. I’m so happy we have a pool so I can cool down after playing. I’ve also been baking a lot of cookies. Sydney Bilbrey, age 7 —SPJST—

SPJST June Vestnik Project - Emil Zatopek “The Locomotive or Bouncing Czech” This project earns a maximum 1 point in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Points System. Mail completed project no later than July 15, 2020 to: SPJST Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

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Emil Zatopek: Dominated long distance running from 1948 until 1954 One of the greatest runners of the 20th Century, Emil Zátopek achieved legendary status when he won the 5,000, the 10,000 and the marathon at the 1952 Olympic Games in Helsinki. "The Locomotive" or the "Bouncing Czech" as he came to be known, dominated long distance running from 1948 until 1954 when he won a remarkable 38 consecutive 10,000 meter races, including 11 in 1949 alone. He set 18 world records over various distances including every record from 5K to 30K, and won four Olympic gold medals and one silver. He was the first to run a 10K under 29 minutes and the first to run 20K in one hour.

Now complete the word search with the words found below the puzzle. Good Luck!

Emil Zátopek was born in Koprivnice, Czechoslovakia on September 19, 1922, he was the sixth child of a modest family. At age 16 he began working at the Bata shoe factory in Ziln. In 1940 Bata sponsored a 1,500m race, and he was persuaded to enter even though he had no training. Out of the field of 100 Emil finished second and he began to take a serious interest in the sport. A mere four years later, in 1944 Emil broke the Czech records for 2,000, 3,000 and 5,000 meters. He was selected for the Czech national team for the 1946 European Championships. He finished fifth in the 5K, breaking his own Czech record. Emil is credited with revolutionalizing running and training. He developed intense interval workouts that have become the standard today. In 1998 Emil was awarded the Order of the White Lion, a national honor presented to him by Czech President Vaclav Havel. Emil died November 22, 2000 at age 78 after being admitted to Prague's Military Hospital following a stroke on October 30th. Thousands attended the funeral of the Czech Republic's greatest athlete.

Source Material: http://www.runningpast.com/emil_zatopek.htm

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Lodge 49, Rowena youth visits grandparents Lodge 49, Rowena youth ready to visit lake house Dear SPJST, We are going to a lake house. We will be fishing, riding jet skis, and playing in the water. I hope it will be fun. Tanner Wood, age 15 —SPJST—

Dear SPJST, I have been playing with Nanny’s five baby kittens. When they get a little older, I am taking one home. I go to Nanny and Grandpa’s house when mom and dad work. Cotton Wood, age 9 —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena youth secures boater’s license Lodge 49, Rowena youth finds, adopts baby kitten Dear SPJST, This week, my dad and I were moving cows, and we took my dog to the vet. When my family were going together, we saw this van throw out a very little kitten. It rolled onto the highway. She is safe with us and loves us. Olivia Schwertner, age 16 —SPJST—

Dear SPJST, I just got my boater’s license. I have to help my brother on his now. I can’t wait till this weekend. Hunter Wood, age 14 —SPJST—

Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club enters decorated rock contest Dear Readers, Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club held a virtual meeting on Thursday, May 7, 2020. Everyone has turned in Youth Achievement Day (YAD) cards, is working on entries, and is aware that we will have a new look to YAD this year due to COVID-19. Our lodge had fantastic rock decorating contest participation, and I look forward to

finding out who the winners are. I love how everyone gets so creative! I miss seeing my youth in person, but this will pass. Let’s stay patient, and please be safe everyone! Fraternally yours, Rita Holland Youth Leader —SPJST—

TOP RIGHT PHOTOS: Layne, left, and Victoria display their decorated rock contest entries. ABOVE PHOTOS: Left to right are Aubrey, Avery, Chad,

Kalynn, and Madison. BELOW PHOTOS: From left are Maison, Misty, Preston, Morgan, and Luke.

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Lodge 49, Rowena youth ready for summer Next week is our last week to do online school. I am so excited for summer. I want this summer to be awesome. Grace Schwertner, age 14 —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena youth enjoys swimming pool I learned how to do a front flip and back flip in the pool. And the other week, Sophia got all her teeth out, and we got a rescue kitten. Bella Schwertner, age 11 —SPJST—

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Lodge 187, Round Rock youth prepare bags of school supplies, snacks for neighboRHOod children We did a virtual meeting online and discussed the CDC website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/ 2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/socialdistancing.html The kiddos related to the part on tips for distancing that listed, “Consider a grocery delivery service.” This is what we were going to do, but it was school supplies and snacks. We also talked a lot about stress and ways to cope. The CDC also lists some great ideas: Ways to cope with stress: Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting.

Take care of your body. Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate. Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals. Exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep. While most of us are familiar with some of the most common reasons for volunteering, such as making a difference and helping others, there are many additional reasons and motivations such as: • Teaching your children strong, positive values. • Changing someone’s life.

The youth did a great job of preparing 50 bags of school supplies and snacks to be delivered throughout the community on doorsteps. The adults did all the deliveries while maintaining a physical distance. It was overwhelming to see the smiles on the kiddos’ faces when we dropped off their brown bag specials. We even gave out an SPJST frisbee to all the kiddos who wanted one. We also maintained privacy to all the households that were helped to maintain their dignity. Blessings to all, Jennifer McCarthy Reporter/ Youth Coordinator —SPJST—

Lodge 154, Fort Worth youth watches Blue Angels flyover Dear Readers, Last week was a pretty fun week for me. The Blue Angels flew over our city so we got to watch them. It was cool. I also went on a bike ride around my neighborhood, and there was a snow cone stand so I got to get a snow cone, too. Mckenzie Burcie, age 10 —SPJST—

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 187, Round Rock Youth Club members Kember, Kadnce, and Karter Meyer are pictured with school supplies and snacks that were stuffed into bags and delivered through the community and placed on doorsteps. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 187

youth Mathieu McCarthy is pictured with the stuffed bags that are ready to be delivered. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 187 Youth Coordinator Jennifer McCarthy wears a mask and carries an SPJST frisbee as she delivers the brown bags filled with school supplies and snacks.

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Facebook viewers had a chance to vote on their favorite decorated rocks by liking, commenting, or sharing the photos.

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facebook people’s choice winners

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2020 SPJST Youth Decorated Rock Contest Winners Congratulations to the top People's Choice winners in each age category: 5 to 8: Steel McCoy received 132 votes 9 to 11: Aubrey Marshall received 117 votes Steel McCoy 12 to 14: James Teague, Jr. received 142 votes 15 to Senior: Caitlyn Petett received 64 votes Lodge 185, New Braunfels District Seven

Aubrey Marshall Lodge 20, Granger District Two

James Teague, Jr. Lodge 20, Granger District Two

Caitlyn Petett Lodge 107, Floresville District Seven

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2020 SPJST Youth Decorated Rock Contest Winners 12 to 14

9 to 11

5 to 8 Courtlyn Nicks Lodge 9, Snook District One

Luke McCarthy Lodge 187, Round Rock District Two

Mathieu McCarthy Lodge 187, Round Rock District Two

Victoria Oliver Lodge 25, Ennis District Three

Lila Supak Mckenzie Burcie Lodge 17, New Tabor Lodge 154, Fort Worth District One District Three

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Ages 12 to 14

Ages 9 to 11

Ages 5 to 8

Evan Pflughaupt Lodge 88, Houston District Five

Hagan Sebesta Lodge 9, Snook District One

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James Teague, Jr. Lodge 20, Granger District Two

Cotton Wood Lodge 49, Rowena District Four

Holly Jones Lodge 154, Fort Worth District Three

Macy Narro Brooke Newsom Lodge 17, New Tabor Lodge 48, Beyersville District One District Two

Misty Dvorak Lodge 25, Ennis District Three

Megan Ohnheiser Lodge 185, New Braunfels District Seven

Noah Garcia

Addee Williams Lodge 215, South Plains District Four

Steel McCoy

Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Lodge 185, New Braunfels

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Megan Pflughaupt Itzel Gonzalez Madeline Kitchen Lodge 88, Houston Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Lodge 185, New Braunfels District Five District Six District Seven

Hunter Wood Lodge 49, Rowena District Four

Brittany Baker Lodge 30, Taiton District Six

Brooke Bacak Lodge 30, Taiton District Six

Caitlyn Petett Lodge 107, Floresville District Seven

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In Memoriam Expression of Sympathy Lodge 202, Jourdanton officers and members extend their deepest sympathy to the family and friends of ROSIE REGINA BARTA. Rosie Regina Pawelek Barta, 92, of Pearland, Texas, entered into eternal rest on January 2, 2020. Rosie was born on September 3, 1927, in Panna Maria, the oldest Polish settlement in the United States, to Felix and FlorRosie Barta ence Pawelek. She was the seventh of 14 children and was preceded in death by a baby son, her parents, and 12 siblings. Rosie is survived by her beloved husband of 69 years, John F. Barta; son John Edward Barta and wife Susan; son Gary Barta; daughter Regina Irish and husband Barry; grandchildren Kathryn Barta, Jeff Byers, and Sarah Irish; greatgrandson Baylor Byers; sister Emma Jasik; and numerous nieces and nephews. Rosie and John were married in 1950 in Jourdanton. They moved to Bay City in 1952, and in 1963, they moved their family to Pearland where they were active in the establishment of St. Helen Catholic Church. Throughout the years, Rosie and John served the parish through volunteer and charity work and made many friends in the community. Rosie served many years on the St. Helen bazaar, altar, and funeral meal committees, and was a devoted member of Catholic Daughters. She was always there to help anyone, in any capacity, and was fondly thought of by all who knew her. Rosie retired from Pearland School District in 1990 after 25 years on the food service staff. She loved to cook and bake with her family favorites being kolaches and meringue pies. She enjoyed tending to her yard and growing flowers. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 202, Jourdanton. She was a woman of great faith, a de-

voted wife, mother, and grandmother. Her family was the center of her life. She will be forever missed. Visitation was Wednesday, January 8 from 5 to 9 p.m. at South Park Funeral Home in Pearland. A funeral mass was held Thursday, January 9 at 10 a.m. at St. Helen Catholic Church in Pearland. Burial was at South Park Cemetery in Pearland. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy Lodge 202, Jourdanton officers and members extend their deepest sympathy to the family and friends of JOHN F. BARTA. John F. Barta, 95, of Pearland, Texas, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 3, 2020. John was born on November 18, 1924, in Weimar. He was the oldest of seven children and was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 69 years, Rosie John F. Barta Barta; baby son; parents; three brothers; and a sister. John is survived by son John Edward Barta and wife Susan; son Gary Barta; daughter Regina Irish and husband Barry; grandchildren Kathryn Barta, Jeff Byers, and Sarah Irish; great-grandson Baylor Byers; sister Elizabeth Fields; brother Henry Barta and wife Ethelene; sisters-in-law JoAnn and Mary Ann; and numerous nieces and nephews. He served in the United States Army during World War II in Okinawa, Japan, and the Philippines. John and Rosie were married in 1950 in Jourdanton. They moved to Bay City in 1952, and in 1963, they moved their family to Pearland where they were active in the establishment of St. Helen Catholic Church. Throughout the years, John and Rosie served the parish through volunteer and charity work. John served on the parish council and

bazaar committees and made many friends in the community. He was a heavy equipment mechanic and retired from Bado Equipment in Houston. He enjoyed gardening, woodworking and working in his shop, which the family referred to as his “dog house.” He was a member of SPJST Lodge 202, Jourdanton. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, John was a quiet, honest, humble, hard-working man, who took pride in providing for his family. He will be deeply missed. Memorial contributions can be directed to St. Helen Catholic Church, 2209 Old Alvin Road, Pearland, Texas 77581. Visitation was Tuesday, March 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. at South Park Funeral Home in Pearland. Rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Funeral mass was Wednesday, March 11 at 10 a.m. at St. Helen Catholic Church in Pearland. Fraternally, Bettie House, Secretary —SPJST—

Resolution of Sympathy The Resolution Committee of Lodge Karel Havlicek, No. 4, Hallettsville on behalf of our entire membership wish to express our sincerest and deepest sympathy to the family of our departed lodge brother, FRANK A. (FRANKIE) WOYTEK of Hallettsville, who passed away Sunday, March 15, 2020, at the age of 60 years. He was born August 15, 1959, to Edward V. and Lillie Chaloupka Woytek. Frank worked for Better Beverages as a forklift driver. He then went to work for the City of Hallettsville. He enjoyed hunting, making barbecue on the weekends, taking care of his dogs, playing cards at family get-togethers, and driving his family members in his side-byside. He will be greatly missed by all. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville. Frank is survived by brother Harold and wife Beverly Woytek; sisters Janet and husband Greg Mayo, Shirley and husband Gary Bonewald, Frances Woytek, and Joyce and husband Brad Farley; nephews and nieces Dustin and wife Nicole Mayo, Mark and wife Sarah Mayo, Krystal and Devin Woytek,

Bradley Bonewald, Brenda and husband David Forcado, and Cody and Cheyenne Farley; and great-nephew and great-niece Trevor, Valerie, and Elliott Mayo. He was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial will be set at a later date. May our departed brother rest in eternal peace. Resolution Committee Gayenell Chudej Victoria Zak —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy We, the members of SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton, wish to express our since and heartfelt sympathy to the family of BRENDA JOYCE HUMBERSON. Brenda Joyce Humberson, 66, of Wharton, Texas, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2020. She was born on July 22, 1953, in Wharton to the late Wilbert Willie and Viola Ludmilla Sabrsula Kalina. Brenda was raised in the Boling Brenda Humberson area and graduated from Boling High School in 1971, and later, Sam Houston State University with a teaching degree. She married Jerry Mann Humberson on December 17, 1982, in Boling. Brenda worked for Boling ISD for 37 years as a home economics and English teacher. She loved all the children she taught and enjoyed watching them learn. A few of her favorite hobbies were sewing, cooking, crafts, fishing, growing vegetables, and planting flowers. She was also the yearbook coordinator and cheerleader sponsor for many years. Brenda loved her family and being involved with their endeavors like becoming the den mother when her sons were in Cub Scouts. Brenda was a member of Texas Homemakers Association. She was a devout Christian and a member of Abell St. Church of Christ for more than 35 years. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton. In addition to her parents, Brenda was preceded in death by son Brian Scott Humberson; and sister Sandra Gail

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Morse. Brenda is survived by her husband of 37 years, Jerry Mann Humberson of Burr; son Jeremy Mann Humberson and wife Kaitlyn of Wharton; brothers Wilbert Wayne Kalina and wife Beth of Wharton, Michael David Kalina and wife Carolyn of Lexington, Gary Lee Kalina and wife Rosemary of Wharton, and Jeffrey Brian Kalina of New Gulf. Memorial services will be held at a later time. Condolences can be left at whartonfuneralhome.com. Funeral services were under the direction of Wharton Funeral Home. Fraternally, Janie Bucek Secretary/FAC —SPJST—

In Memory of Arthur Dan Palla Arthur Dan Palla, 84, of Granger, Texas, died on May 22, 2019, at Scott and White Hospital in Round Rock, Texas. His funeral service was held at St Cyril and Methodius Church in Granger on May 25, 2019. Burial followed at Assumption Cemetery in Austin. Arthur was Arthur Palla born on November 12, 1934, to Willie and Mary Vita Palla of Taylor. In 1958, he married Martha Polasek of Granger. They moved to Fort Bliss in El Paso where he served in the United States Army. After his Army service, they moved to Austin, and he went to work at Hart Graphics for 35 years before he retired. After Martha passed away in December 1999, Arthur married Dorothy Machacek Williams of Granger on November 26, 2001. They enjoyed 17 golden years together in Granger. Arthur is survived by wife Dorothy of Granger; sister Mary Jane Chalupa of Taylor; daughter Cindy Adcock and husband Marvin; daughter Debbie Dalke and husband David of Austin; son Tim Palla and wife Carmen of Leander; son Byron Palla and wife Lori of Murphy; grandchildren Eric, Dana, Douglas, Amber, Josh, Ashlyn, and Brianna; stepchildren Pam Williams, David Williams and wife Susan, Laurie Cervenka and husband James, and Tricia Schneider

VĚSTNÍK and husband Kenny; and 10 step-grandchildren. Arthur was preceded in death by his first wife Martha; brothers Jim, Willie, and Ed; sister Ellie Mae Mott; and his parents. Arthur was well known in the Central Texas area for the beautiful music he played and sang for thousands of country and polka music lovers over the years. He started playing with a country band when he was 14 years old. He later started playing with Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six. Besides the guitar, he also playing the saxophone for 32 years. After he retired from Fritz’s band, he played in area nursing homes and churches and started the polka mass in a few of the churches. He loved keeping the Czech hymns in the Catholic church and singing with God’s Heavenly Choir. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 20, Granger. We were all blessed to know Arthur. Please continue to pray for him on this one year anniversary of him going to be with his Lord. —SPJST—

In Memory of Lisa Smith Lisa Gay Smith, 62, of Buffalo Gap, Texas, went home to our Lord Friday, April 24, 2020. Lisa was born to Joyce and Kenneth Wells on March 18, 1958, in Abilene, Texas, and graduated from Wylie High School in 1977. She was married to Mark Smith of Abilene Lisa Smith on October 22, 1976. During their 43-year marriage, Lisa was blessed with two sons, Nicholas and Taylor Smith, and one granddaughter, Ava June Smith, who lovingly called her Gammy. Lisa was a beloved pre-school teacher at A Habitat for Learning for the past 11 years, making a lasting impact on Abilene’s young minds. She was a member of SPJST Lodge 229, Abilene. Lisa is survived by husband Mark Smith of Buffalo Gap; son Nicholas Smith of Abilene; son Taylor Smith and wife Melanie and granddaughter Ava of Tahoka; parents Joyce and Kenneth

Wells of Abilene; siblings Kevin Wells, Lori Kohutek, and Charisse Sewell, all of Abilene; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews; and one great-great-niece. Due to the coronavirus, a memorial service will be scheduled at a later date for the safety of all of Lisa’s family, friends, and loved ones. The family asks that donations to the scholarship fund of Lisa’s beloved only grandchild be made to the Ava June Smith account at Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union, or by check mailed to P.O. Box 1516, Tahoka, Texas 79373. Arrangements were with Girdner Funeral Home in Abilene. —SPJST—

In Memory of Ella Babek Ella Toni Babek, age 89, went home to her Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 9, 2020, surrounded by family. She was born January 2, 1931, in Ennis, Texas to Louis Zabojnik and Mary (Valek) Zabojnik. Ella and her husband George Ella Babek were married for 70 years. Ella loved dancing and fishing with George. She was a good cook and loved to have her home clean and tidy. She liked being outside whether it be to fish, work in the garden, or go camping with George and family. Ella was a member of SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas, KJZT, and St. Joseph Catholic Church in Arlington, Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 70 years, George; daughter Dolores Dlabaj and husband Leonard; son David Babek and wife Mary; son Danny Babek and wife Kristen; grandchildren Brandon, Brian, Jaime, Kelly, Cameron, Austin, Jared, and Jason; and eight great-grandchildren. Ella was preceded in death by her parents and nine siblings. A visitation was held Saturday, April 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a rosary at 1 p.m. at Boze-Mitchell-McKibbin Funeral Home in Ennis with Monsignor Leon Duesman as celebrant. A private interment followed for family only. The family requests that memorials

be given to the Alzheimer’s Foundation. To view an obituary or sign the guest book, please visit www.bozemitchellmckibbin.com. —SPJST—

In Memory of Dan Stepan Ruben Daniel “Dan” Stepan, 75, of Temple, Texas, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2020, at his home. Graveside service was held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2020, at Seaton Cemetery in Temple with Pastor Denise Mikeska officiating. Dan Stepan Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday evening, May 20 at Crotty Funeral Home in Belton. Burial was in Seaton Cemetery in Temple. Dan was born on March 14, 1945, in Temple to Rudolph Henry and Annie Anna Laza Stepan. He married the love of his life, Gloria Ann Cox, on May 4, 1963. She preceded him in death on March 7, 2009. They had four children together. Dan was a self-employed tile contractor until his retirement in 1995. Dan was a friendly face at any early morning at Bill’s Grill in Temple. His laughter could fill a room. He always had a joke and never met a stranger. He loved just driving on country roads and if his road lead him to a Colorado vacation, well that was fine, too. Dan loved Czech and polka music at any SPJST hall or just grilling at a family barbecue. He loved his children and grandchildren. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. He is survived by son Daniel “Danny” Stepan of Temple; daughters Tammy Lynn Peace of Corpus Christi, Theresa “Kay” Woodward of Copperas Cove, and Ashley Nicole Roantes of Fort Hood; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and longtime friend Barbara Herwig of Kyle. He will be missed until we all meet again. Crotty Funeral Home of Belton was in charge of arrangements. —SPJST—

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LCRA, City of La Grange award $10,000 grant to TCHCC La Grange’s Sanford Schmid Amphitheater to get new roof Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center will replace the aging roof of a popular amphitheater, thanks to a $10,000 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) and the City of La Grange. The Community Development Partnership Program grant, along with $22,125 in matching funds, will help replace the 20-year-old roof atop the Sanford Schmid Amphitheater. “We really appreciate the grant and look forward to getting this project underway,” said Retta Chandler, Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center president. “Although the building is not old, it is very special. It was designed in the European style that is very important to the Czech culture.” The entire roof is worn, Chandler said, and a replacement is essential to protecting the amphitheater’s integrity and visitor safety. The amphitheater is available to the public for an array of events, including musicals, weddings, and concerts. Visitors can also explore the amphitheater when touring the cultural center. “The stadium can hold up to 400 seats, plus the grassy area behind us can accommodate up to 1,000 people,” Chandler said. “We want the community to enjoy the beauty of the amphitheater and the special events it hosts, like the Czech Heritage Festival, which draws between 400 to 500 people.” The community grant is one of 28 grants awarded recently through LCRA’s

Community Development Partnership Program, which provides economic development and community assistance grants to cities, counties, volunteer fire departments, regional development councils, and other nonprofit organizations in LCRA’s wholesale electric and water service areas. The program is part of LCRA’s effort to give back to the communities it serves. The City of La Grange is one of LCRA’s wholesale electric customers and a partner in the grant program. Applications for the next round of grants will be accepted July 1 to 31. More information is available at lcra.org/cdpp. About LCRA The Lower Colorado River Authority serves customers and communities throughout Texas by managing the lower Colorado River; generating and transmitting electric power; providing a clean, reliable water supply; and offering outdoor adventures at more than 40 parks along the Colorado River from the Texas Hill Country to the Gulf Coast. LCRA and its employees are committed to fulfilling our mission to enhance the quality of life of the Texans we serve through water stewardship, energy, and community service. LCRA was created by the Texas Legislature in 1934 and receives no state appropriations. For more information, visit lcra.org. —SPJST—

Kolache Klobase Festival in East Bernard canceled The officers of the East Bernard KJT Society No. 40 and the executive committee of the Kolache Klobase Festival have made the decision to cancel this year’s festival which was scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2020. While we know this is a disappoint-

ment to many, we feel this is the right choice. We thank all those who have already made sponsor and raffle commitments, and you will be contacted regarding this. To our fans and patrons, we hope to bring you a great festival in 2021. In the meantime, stay well! Submitted by, Martha Viktorin Lodge 28, East Bernard —SPJST—

CZECH CULTURAL CALENDAR TEMPORARILY CLOSED. Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, 119 West French Avenue, Temple. ACTIVITIES TEMPORARILY CANCELED. First and third Tuesday tarok lessons • Czech film screenings at The Beltonian Theatre in Belton. Wednesdays POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. 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.

Second Tuesdays POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Czech Film Nights and Matinees—at The Beltonian Theatre, 219 East Central, Belton. Showtimes - 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Free admission. Film is presented by Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center (CHMGC). For information, call CHMGC 254-899-2935; find them on Facebook; or on the web at www.czechheritagemuseum.org. Find The Beltonian online at www.thebeltoniantheatre.com or on Facebook. June 13 CANCELED: Kolache Klobase Fest, East Bernard.

Second Sundays POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Czech Language Class—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road on US Highway 77, La Grange, 1 to 4 p.m. Fee is $10 per person per class. Call or email to verify classes. Pre-registration preferred. For information, call 888-785-4500; 979-968-9399; or email info@czechtexas.org.

August 1 TCGS Cookbook Submission Deadline: for TCGS upcoming cookbook Cooking With Czech Recipes Cookbook. Contact Cookbook Project Chair Charlene Hurta for guidelines, information or for submission purposes: 1231 CR 201A, Angleton, Texas 77515; phone 979-849-0348; or email cmhurta@earthlink.net. —SPJST—

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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Post your lodge’s upcoming SPJST fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is on the first and third Mondays of each month at 5 p.m., unless otherwise posted. Send updates 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 hall is located on Hwy 159 East, 3 blocks from the town square. Hall Rental Information: 979-966-3795. Lodge Meetings: First Monday of evennumbered months - February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Sunday, July 12—Lodge meeting, 3 p.m. Sunday, August 16—Annual Family Day Lodge Meetings: Held every other month at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville. For information/updates, call 361798-3347. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) 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 254-7170383 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 Dobecka 254-717-0383; or dataped@sbcglobal.net.

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 then 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. For information, call Youth Leader Holly Narro 979-218-4931. LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Sunday, August 23—Mark Halata Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a nonsmoking facility. Hall Rentals/Band Bookings: David Meyer 512-217-0162. Hall phone: 512-285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davilla, 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. Call Youth Leader Brita Goodman for information 254-541-5344.

LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant, Schulenburg. Dates are February 24, May 25, August 24, and November 23.

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 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: 979272-3732. 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. For information, call Youth Leader Loree Lewis 979-220-4733.

LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Cyclone. 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. For information, call Kim Campbell 254-721-0586.

LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 1081 County Road 425, Dime Box. Directions: In Dime Box, turn left from FM 141 on CR 424. Go east on CR 425 for 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: 979-884-1451; Hall Phone: 979-8841451. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. For information, contact Youth Leader Julie Schneider 512-269-8180.

LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) 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: For date, time, place, and more information, call Youth Leader Rita Holland 469-337-2284.

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: Held quarterly. For information, call 254-721-3902.

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.Call Secretary Helen Kelner 281-342-2624 for information.

Due to the global pandemic, please contact the lodge/district prior to attending any event due to possible schedule changes, postponement, or cancellation. 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/Hall Phone: 512-352-9139. Live Music: First and third Wednesday each month, free, 7 to 10 p.m.; Friday night dance, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. For information and meeting location, call Youth Leader Cristy Girod 512468-1347. 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 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo. For information, call Youth Leader Lisa Bubela 979-543-7120. LODGE 32, VICTORIA (6) Lodge Meetings: Held the second Thursday of every other month - January, March, May, July, September, and November, 2019 at Victoria Mall Meeting Room, at 6:30 p.m. For information, contact Secretary Linda Mozisek 361-220-7725. 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 Agent: James (Dude) Mann 254-715-0275; mrdudemann@yahoo.com. 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, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, call 512332-6758. 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 Věstník, 1 p.m. at the hall. Lunch at 12:30 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. For information, call President Wade O’Shields 979-218-3527; or FAC Ronnie Roesler 979-406-0158. LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59 in Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Cathy Garcia 979-332-1614; Hall Phone: 979-648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: For meeting date, time, location, call Youth Leader Cathy Garcia 979-332-1614. LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Volunteer Fire Department Meeting Room, Royal Road, Port Lavaca. For information, call lodge Secretary Mary Sitka 361552-5170 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. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Danny Stepan 254-760-7819; Hall Phone: 254-985-2548. Visit www.seatonstarhall.com. 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.Call Youth Leader Amber Bartek for information 254-931-0295. LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) After the lodge hall suffered devastating damage due to a fire on Tuesday, July 16, 2019, construction on a new hall has begun. For information or questions, contact Lodge 48 President Robert Leshikar 512-635-3021. 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 Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 5:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. For information, call Youth Leader Michelle Newsom 512-913-0226. 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. Call Youth Leader Becky Wood for information 325-656-0029. 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. For information, call Calvin Hlinsky 979-378-2364. LODGE 54, WEST (3) Lodge Meetings: First Friday in March, June, and November, and the second Friday in September at St. Joseph Hall, 303 South Harrison Street in West, 7 p.m. For information, call Freddie Kaluza 254-709-2303. LODGE 63, SWEET HOME (6) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. For meeting location or information, call Lodge Secretary Ann Moseley 361-781-2644. LODGE 66, WACO (3) Lodge Meetings: Date, time, location TBA in the lodge’s monthly meeting minutes that appear in the Věstník. For information, call 254-799-4247. LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG (1) Lodge Meetings: Third or fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December (Christmas) at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant in Schulenburg, 2 p.m. To confirm meeting date/s, call Ernest Kutac 979-561-7190. LODGE 73, SEYMOUR (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 12 p.m. - unless otherwise noted. For meeting location, call Alice Orsak 940-889-2391. LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS (4) Attention: Beginning in June, 2020, lodge meetings will begin at 12:30 p.m. Lodge Meetings: Sunday, June 7; Sunday, September 13; and Sunday, December 6. Meetings are at 12:30 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls. For information, contact Dianna 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. Call Youth Leader Marcia Rew for information 361-563-6779.

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LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Lodge Hall: 12141 East FM 2268, Holland. Directions: On Hwy 95, south of Holland, turn east on FM 2268. Go 1/2 mile to hall, which is on the right. Hall Phone: 254-657-2485. Bingo: Every Thursday, 7 p.m. Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355. Lodge Meetings: Held bi-monthly. Watch the Věstník for dates/times. Board of Directors’ Meetings: Watch the Věstník for dates/times. Youth Club Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at the hall, 6 p.m. Call Youth Leader Kelly Taisler 254-913-3309 for location, information.

LODGE 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date, time, and location, contact President/Sales Agent John Vrla 214-9063385 or email jvrla@cebridge.net.

LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Hwy 36, Needville. Directions: Hall is located at the corner of Hwy 36 and FM 361, one mile from the traffic light in Needville. Hall Manager/Bookings: Dan Natho 979-618-1426. Hall Phone: 361-793-4742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m.; meal at 12 noon at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Madeline Gadway 979-900-9566; or madeline.gadway@gmail.com.

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 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. Meeting location will be posted in the Věstník. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. - unless otherwise announced in the Věstník. Contact Youth Leader Lynda Novak 972-948-4456. LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north onto 50th Street; go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. For information, call 254773-2363. LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) 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 is on the right. Hall Phone/Rental Information: Call 713-869-5767; or visit www.lodge88.org. Dances are held 8 to 11:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. For more information, 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. *Introductory pricing. Bingo: Every Thursday evening; games start at 7 p.m. License No. 17407503501. Lodge Meetings: Third Monday, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Starting January 2020, Lodge 88 Youth Club meetings will be held on the second Sunday of the month at the lodge. hall. For information, call Youth Leader Vanessa Guerrero 281-745-1697. 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. Ladies Circle: Meets the second Tuesday of each month. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band plays every first Sunday. Dressy casual. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall - unless otherwise noted. LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: Monday, March 2; Monday, June 1; Monday, September 14 in the Community Room at Victoria Mall, 6 p.m. For information, call Secretary Judy Bellanger 361-576-2935. 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. Youth Club Meetings: For meeting date/time/location, contact Youth Leader Lian Lynn 830-480-2737. 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 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings are held in March, July, October, and December at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio. For information, contact President Jarolyn Popp 830-9645135.

LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Held quarterly - the second Sunday of March, June, September, and December at Main Street Steakhouse, 1802 Main Street in Danbury. Meeting at 12 noon, luncheon follows. For information, call Lonnie 979922-1553. LODGE 141, SEALY (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of every other month February, April, June, August, October, and December at 6 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle Drive, Sealy. For information, contact Secretary Bernice Stolarski 979-885-6786. 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 Dennis Hermis 713-826-2981; 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 Amanda Muzny 713-560-5377. 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. Call Youth Leader Melissa Zielonka for information 979618-1890. 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 Phone: 817-237-5181. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, call 817731-2580. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Contact Youth Leaders CarrieAnn Jones 817-371-1727, carrieannjones@att.net; or Appa Burcie 817-614-2967, abburcie2015@gmail.com for information. LODGE 155, AUSTIN (2) Lodge Meetings: For dates time, and location of quarterly meetings, call Secretary Ginny Prasatik 512-472-1721. LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Last Sunday of every other month of March, June, and September; then December - the first Sunday at 2:30 p.m. For meeting location, contact Secretary Cynthia Kristinek - phone 806-763-7245; or email cyndynjerome@gmail.com. LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Wednesday of February, May, and August; and the November meeting is held the third Sunday. Watch the Věstník for meeting time/location. For information, contact President Sandra Jansa 325-651-8045; or sandra.jansa@hotmail.com. Youth Club Meetings: For date, time, location, call Youth Leader Ryan Jansa 325-234-5879.

LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY (5) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. For information, contact President Betty Crawford 713-594-5049. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center. For information, call Youth Leader Brenda Moyle 713-3031471. 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 979-2514150; or Lenora Bliznak 979-277-8845. LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Lodge Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. at the lodge hall, 3609 Preston Avenue, in Pasadena. November and December meetings will be held on the third Sunday. For information, contact Jo 346-317-4412; or Helen 713920-7172 LODGE 177, ACADEMY (2) Lodge Hall: 711 Rio Poco, Little River-Academy. Directions: Hall is on the south side of Academy, just off Hwy 95, on the right. Hall Phone: 254-982-4434. Please leave a message with questions. Bingo: Every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Kitchen is open. Board of Trustees/Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of January, March, May, July, September, and November - Board Meeting, 6:15 p.m. Regular lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m. LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 11 a.m. Location will be announced in the Věstník 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 Boulevard, Burleson at 6 p.m. For information, call 817-905-2097 or 972-268-0022. LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. For information, contact Youth Leader Becky Beckendorf 254-749-5732. 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. Game Nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. Lodge Meetings/Family Nights: Third Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. at Moulton VFD building in the meeting room. RSVP to Elmer Michna at 361-772-3876 or Johnnie Hoffman at 361-772-5049. Please RSVP by Thursday of the week prior to the meeting. 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: Fourth Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. (subject to change). Call Youth Leader Jessica McCoy for information 979-777-8215. 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: 979567-4264. 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. Call Youth Leader Yolanda Brinkman for information 979-567-0637. LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. There will be a 7-11 store on the right. Turn right and proceed past Hopewell School. Continue through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. From Temple, take IH-35 South. Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign. Take left on University Boulevard. The

third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right will be Luther Peterson Boulevard. Hall Rental Information: 512-255-1554; or 512-771-4948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, beginning at 2 p.m. at the hall, followed by entertainment and potluck meal. LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at (unless otherwise noted) C and J Barbecue, 1010 South Texas Avenue in Bryan. LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information/Dance Reservations: George Scogin 936-8752867. Regular Dances: Third Friday night of each month, 7 to 10 p.m. Please bring finger foods for the snack table. Lodge Meetings: Monday night before the Friday dance of the month, 7 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Lodge Hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Directions: Off Hwy 290 West at Skinner. Hall Phone: 281-373-9482; email spjstlodge196@gmail.com. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month. Potluck social at 1 p.m.; meeting begins at 2 p.m. - unless otherwise noted. For information, call 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. 254-6245152. LODGE 201 BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 3948 FM 2502, Bleiblerville. Directions: Hall is across the street from the post office in Bleiblerville. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Jenell 979-357-2181. LODGE 202, JOURDANTON (7) Adult Lodge Meetings: Held quarterly, the first Sunday of March and June at 1 p.m.; and the second Sunday of September and December at 1 p.m. A meal will be served at each meeting. Meetings are at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. For information, contact Secretary Bettie House 830-281-8246. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of every month at 1:15 p.m. except in September and December, meetings are held on the second Sunday beginning at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. For information, contact Youth Leader Regina House 830-570-2046. LODGE 207, IOWA PARK (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. For meeting location, call Secretary Joyce Kotulek 940-8550882. LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 6 p.m. at 631 Lockwood Street in Tahoka. For information, contact Secretary Pam Lehmann 806-535-8356. Youth Club Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 6 p.m. at 631 Lockwood Street in Tahoka. For information, contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams 806-632-5239. LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of March, April, and May at 6 p.m. at Puerto Vallarta Grill, 1611 Montana Avenue, El Paso. For questions, call President Aracely Quiz 915-999-2062. LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. For meeting location information, contact Secretary Tammy Copeland 325-333-4089. LODGE 232, HOUSTON MIDTOWN (5) Lodge Meetings: Held the third Tuesday of every other month in January, March, May, July, September, and November, 6:30 p.m. at Czech Center Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto, Houston. For information, contact Secretary Catherine Anderson 713-726-1928.

LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT (2) Lodge Meetings: Unless otherwise announced, second Tuesday of January, March, May, July, September, and November, 11:30 a.m. For meeting location, call President Ingrid Petrik 254-760-1831 or Secretary Melanie Zavodny 254-534-0807. LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) Lodge Meetings: For meeting date, location, and time, contact President Chester Jenke 210-413-3053 or Treasurer Colleen Jenke 210-215-9494. —SPJST—

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