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Lodge Section
from Vestnik 2021.08.09
by SPJST
SPJST Lodge Section
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Lodge 8, Weimar members excited to gather again
Lodge 8, Weimar will meet Monday, August 23, 2021, at 6 p.m. at Oakridge Smokehouse in Schulenburg, Texas. We invite all members to come to our meeting. Dinner will be Dutch treat. Carolyn M. Tobola Secretary/Treasurer —SPJST—
Lodge 18, Elgin: we are back!
The dance was pretty well attended not a great crowd but better than expected. With Covid-19 starting again and illnesses, many stayed home, including Johnny and I. We don’t like to miss dances especially Fritz. We were looking forward to this, but, sorry to say, we had to stay home. We missed the monthly meeting also.
F. L. gave me the schedule for the next two months. On Sunday, August 22, we have Mark Halata. On Sunday, September 12 will be The Czech Melody Masters. Sunday, September 19 is Glen Collins.
The bands are ready to play, and I know we are ready to get out again. Everyone, please stay safe, wear the mask, and get the vaccine if you can. I know that is the way to stay safe. Irene Vrabel, Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 35, Elk appreciates new hall signs
On Wednesday, July 14, 2021, President Randy Pavelka called the Lodge 35, Elk and Elk Hall Incorporated meetings to order at 7:14 p.m. Twelve members were present. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by officers and members. Barbara Pavelka was on the sick list. We hope she is feeling better.
Secretary Carla Price read the minutes from the June 23 meetings, and with no corrections, they were approved as read. Treasurer Cari Hammer read her reports as well, and they were approved as read.
Under old business, Cari is still catching up with paperwork and taxes. She is doing a great job as our treasurer. Thank you, Cari. Floor Chair Gene Pavelka and Bar Chair Randy Pavelka both presented good reports.
Under new business, we would like to thank District Three Director John Engelke for delivering new signs to put on the outside of the building. They will look very nice on our hall. Thank you, SPJST, for the attractive signs. We appreciate it!
After discussion, Walter Kubitza made a motion to raise the door price for our Saturday night dances to $8 per person over the age of 12, effective immediately. The motion, seconded by Donnie Pavelka, carried.
With no other business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:48 p.m.
Next Meeting—August 11
The next meeting will be Wednesday, August 11 at 7 p.m. Fraternally yours, Janie Brewer, Reporter —SPJST—
Happy Retirement, Janie Coakley!
Thursday July 29, 2021 • SPJST Home Office
Congratulations to Janie Coakley, who served as Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer. Janie retired on July 31, 2021 after 15 years of service with SPJST Home Office. She is a member of Lodge 177, Academy. She was honored with a reception at the SPJST Home Office. Best wishes, Janie! We will miss you.
Lodge 47, Seaton hosts 29th Annual Barbecue Cookoff Friday and Saturday, July 9 and 10, 2021 • Star Hall in Seaton • EJ Pechal, Cookoff Chair • Photos by Chris Zavodny
Chicken Winners 1st - Resurrection Aviation 2nd - Smokin’ Pit Stop 3rd - Papa Joe Grilling Supply 4th - Czexicans BBQ 5th - Break Time BBQ 6th - Hawg Knuckle 7th - Buddy Boys 8th - JWC BBQ 9th - Blue Smoke 10th - 7 Guns Pork Ribs Winners 1st - Just Blowin’ Smoke 2nd - Original Rollin’ Smoke BBQ 3rd - BBQ Bandits 4th - STV Cookers 5th - Break Time BBQ 6th - Smokin’s Good for Your Health 7th - Papa Joe Grilling Supply 8th - Budweiser 9th - Czexicans BBQ 10th - Just Here for the Party Beans Winners 1st - Rolling Smoke BBQ 2nd - Whiskey Whiskers 3rd - Lonestar Drywall 4th - Texas Express 5th - Just Here for the Party 6th - Czexicans BBQ 7th - Papa Joe Grilling Supply 8th - Blue Smoke 9th - Hawg Knuckle 10th - Doodle Q Brisket Winners 1st - Resurrection Aviation 2nd - CTBA Outlaws 3rd - Czexicans BBQ 4th - Black Book BBQ 5th - Lifetime BBQ 6th - Competitive BBQ 7th - Break Time BBQ 8th - Doodle Q 9th - Papa Joe Grilling Supply 10th - Buddy Boys
Lodge 54, West honors longtime members
The meeting of SPJST Lodge 54 West was held at St. Joseph’s Hall and called to order at 7 p.m. by President Freddie Kaluza. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Kaluza followed by a moment of silence in memory of our departed members Elsie Marie Perez and Sherry Cockrell and her father Benedict Matusek who attended all of our lodge meetings for many years before he became ill and could no longer drive. We had all officers and agents present except agent Jean Martin for the meeting. There were 23 members and guests in attendance. President Freddie Kaluza welcomed all who were in attendance for the meeting, especially guests District Three Director John Engelke and wife Diana and State Fraternal Director Frank Horak.
We dispensed with the reading of the minutes and fraternal activities coordinator’s and treasurer’s reports until the next meeting because we wanted to celebrate honoring all who were receiving a 75- and 50-year pin and special recognition awards. Janice Kaluza read a letter from the SPJST Home Office about lodge refunds indicating our premium refund would be $2,235.56, and it has been deposited directly in our lodge’s bank account. President Freddie Kaluza told the members this refund was important to our lodge because it helps to fund our Christmas party held the first Sunday in December. He also said we will have a bigger, better party since the 2020 party was canceled because of Covid-19. We are looking for good things ahead for our lodge and its members.
Shelly from West Rest Haven called and said we can do a Join Hands Day project for the residents but can’t attend because of strict visitor rules. Janice had talked to Luritha Svacek about making homemade kolaches for the residents, and they would be having a farmer’s market. We were to wrap each kolache individually to keep it safer for all the residents because of covid. They suggested we get eight dozen kolaches. Terry Sefcik made a motion to order the kolaches, and JoAnn Matus seconded the motion. Motion passed. The event would take place on June 16. Any volunteer members who wanted to help wrap the kolaches could meet at St. Joseph Hall at 12 noon the day before to wrap each one to take to the nursing home.
Vice President Wilburn Willis talked about the scholarship awards ceremony. Mr. Willis presented $1,000 scholarship awards to members Kathleen Rae Barton, Thomas Anthony Carlile, and Hope Faith Davila. District Three Director John Engelke presented a $1,000 scholarship award to Alana Morgan Machac who is also from Lodge 54. Mr. Willis let us know that he always enjoys giving out the awards and was very proud of the students.
Under new business, President Kaluza informed the members that we were unable to meet last year to present the 50and 75-year pins for the 2020 year so they would be combined with the 2021 year pins.
Members receiving a 50-year pin in 2020 are Helen Marie Matus, Daniel R. Mynar, Alfred “Freddie” Renfro Pavlas,
Lodge 54, West Recognizes Members
Friday, June 4, 2021 • Submitted by Janice Kaluza, Reporter
District Three Director John Engelke, pictured left in the photos, and State Fraternal Director Frank Horak, pictured right in the photos. LEFT PHOTO: Congratulations to Jeanette Karlik, who received her 75-year membership pin. PHOTO 2: Congratulations to Tommy Kaluza, who received his 50-year membership pin. PHOTO 3: Congratulations to Helen Matus, who received her 50-year membership pin. RIGHT PHOTO: Congratulations to Ronnie Kaluza, who received his 50-year membership pin. Thanks for your longtime memberships in SPJST!
LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 54, West honored longtime member Joe Hromadka with the Lifetime Achiever Award. Joe, center, is pictured with District Three Director John Engelke, left, and State Fraternal Director Frank Horak. Congratulations, Joe! RIGHT PHOTO: Director Engelke and State Fraternal Director Horak display a Grand Age of 96 plaque which was to be given to Martha Gerik who outlived her SPJST certificate. Martha’s plaque was to be presented in 2020, but sadly, she passed away on April 13, 2021, before she was able to be honored. The award will be presented to her family. BELOW CENTER PHOTO: From left, Jeanette Karlik, Janice Kaluza, and Jan Vaculik are honored for their birthdays.
Lawrence E. Skinner, and Mark Henry Tobola. Receiving a 75-year pin for 2020 were Jeanette J. Karlik and Mary Ann Roden.
Members receiving a 50-year pin for 2021 were Melissa Anthony, Ronnie Kaluza, Thomas Kaluza, Harry Kral, Judith Overton, Kathy Polansky, Gary Roden, Laura Roden, Ricky Roden, and Paula K. Scott. Receiving a 75-year pin for 2021 was Helen Ruetten.
President Freddie Kaluza read the cost of living at the time many of these members were born. It was very interesting to learn how drastically time has changed and the cost of living years ago.
District Three Director John Engelke presented the Lifetime Achiever Award to Joe Hromadka and a Grand Age of 96 plaque which was to be given to Martha Gerik who outlived her SPJST certificate. Martha’s plaque was to be presented in 2020, but sadly, she passed away on April 13, 2021, before she was able to be honored. The family could not attend the meeting, but we will personally deliver this special award to them.
Happy July birthdays to lodge 66, waco members!
Happy July birthdays to Dana McAdams and Michael Galler! They were recognized at the Lodge 66, Waco meeting held on July 26, 2021.
—Submitted by Dorothy Veselka Reporter
State Fraternal Director Frank Horak talked to everyone about some upcoming events including fall tournaments and summer camp. Director Engelke let us know that the District Three Annual Meeting will be on Sunday, June 13 at Lodge 25, Ennis and the upcoming Convention is August 13 to 15 in Killeen. John also enlightened us on scholarships if anyone wanted to contact the Home Office and honor someone in helping with building up the scholarship fund. He said $2 million of scholarships have been awarded since the program was established. There are 19 endowed scholarships given by families which bring about $30,000 to $40,000 a year in helping to fund this special reward given to students so they can follow their dreams of a lifetime career. John also mentioned that the Great Race was coming through Temple on Saturday, June 19.
Mary Lou Mynar made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Jean Maler. A cake was brought for the birthdays since the last meeting which were Jan Vaculik, Jeanette Karlik, and Janice Kaluza. Door prizes of $20 each were given to JayDean Willis and Jeanette Karlik.
Next Meeting—September 10
The next meeting will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, September 10 at St. Joseph Hall.
Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him. —1 John 4:16
Fraternally, Janice Kaluza, Reporter —SPJST—
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Lodge 54, West Joins Hands to Package, Donate Kolaches to West Rest Haven Residents
Lodge 54, West members joined hands to individually package several dozens of kolaches to be donated to West Rest Haven. Thanks to the members who assisted with our Join Hands Day project, and special thanks to District Three Director John Engelke and wife Diana for their help.
—Submitted by Janice Kaluza, Secretary
Lodge 66, Waco reports on July meeting
The Lodge 66, Waco meeting was called to order by President Douglas Galler on Monday, July 26, 2021, at 6 p.m. at St. Pauls Church with all officers present with the exception of Dorothy Veselka. There were seven members present. Members recited the Pledge of Allegiance and motto.
Secretary Sister Dana McAdams read the minutes of the previous meeting in June, and they were approved as read. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Brother Douglas Galler then presented his report.
In old business, John and Diana Engelke helped peel potatoes for Lodge 6, Cottonwood’s annual picnic.
SPJST Convention is to be held on Friday, August 13 to Sunday, August 15 in Killeen.
Donation of $100 is going to Tri Cities Ministry for July.
Birthday celebrants for July are Michael Galler and Dana McAdams. Door prize winner was Dana McAdams. The 100 percent winner was Diana Engelke.
The meeting adjourned at 7 p.m.
Next Meeting—August 23
The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 23 at 6 p.m. at St. Pauls Church. Pizza will be served.
I want to thank Sister Diana Engelke for taking the minutes for me. Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka. Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 79 Corpus Christi changes meeting to August 22
Lodge 79, Corpus Christi has changed its August meeting date from August 15 to Sunday, August 22, 2021, due to our lodge delegates attending the SPJST Convention in Killeen. Please make a note of this change. Fraternally, Virginia Rebecek, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 80, Holland meets August 23
The bimonthly meeting of Lodge 80, Holland will be on Monday, August 23, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the lodge building. Agenda items will include financial statements, minutes, future activities, and convention highlights. Social time will follow the meeting. We hope all can attend. Fraternally, Rita Spinn, President —SPJST—
Lodge 81, Needville grand reopening dance August 20
SPJST Lodge 81, Needville will have a free grand reopening dance on Friday, August 20 from 8 to 11 p.m. Music will be provided by The M&M Playboys. The youth will be selling Chick-fil-A sandwiches, sodas, snacks, ice, desserts, and set-ups; BYOB. There will be a silent auction as well.
Next Meeting—August 15
For the next meeting on Sunday, August 15, the youth will provide fixings for sandwiches. Members, please bring a dessert. See you at the next meeting! Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—
SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood installs new sign
Members of Lodge 6, Cottonwood installed the new SPJST sign on their building. Signs have been provided to lodges by SPJST Home Office as part of the statewide rebranding efforts. Lodge 84, Dallas invites all to August 22 spaghetti dinner
Lodge 84, Dallas will host a spaghetti dinner and bingo event at Sokol Dallas on Sunday, August 22, 2021. The address is 7448 Greenville Avenue in Dallas, Texas 75231. Doors will open at 11 a.m., and lunch will be served at 12 noon.
Please mark your calendar to join us for a delicious spaghetti dinner prepared by Bessie’s Catering and an afternoon of bingo to follow.
RSVP by August 16
Please RSVP no later than Monday, August 16 to Vicki Sims 214-763-0341 or Lynda Novak 972-948-4456. Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan Reporter —SPJST—
Lodge 8, Weimar members excited to gather, eat together
Lodge 8, Weimar members met Monday, June 28, 2021, at Oakridge Smokehouse in Schulenburg after postponements from the pandemic and flooding rains. Pictured, from left, are Luther and Earlene Lorfing, Melvin and Carolyn Tobola, Becky Jares, President Henrietta Veselka (standing, in back), Judy Silva, District Six Director Annie Vahalik and her sister Patsy Zabransky, and Arlene Marshall. RIGHT PHOTO: Melvin and Carolyn Tobola were eating out together for the first time since the pandemic began. They were also celebrating their 62nd wedding anniversary which was June 20. Congratulations, Melvin and Carolyn! Carolyn serves as secretary of Lodge 8, Weimar.
Lodge 191, Lufkin plans monthly Friday night dances Lodge 41, Port Lavaca members meet at Six Mile VFD
The business meeting of Lodge 191, Lufkin was called to order on Monday, July 5, 2021, by President George Scogin at 7:16 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Kathy Riley, and a prayer was offered by George Scogin with six members and all officers present.
The minutes were read by Pat Scogin for Alma Breazeale, and they were accepted and approved as read. A financial report was given by Treasurer Pat Scogin with a motion to accept the report by Doyle Oliver, seconded by Kathy Riley. The motion carried.
SPJST Home Office donated two large signs for our building, and the signs will be installed as soon as possible. There were no committee reports, nor any new membership requests.
It was brought to our attention that longtime member Robert Luna passed away. Robert was a social member and will be missed by all. George Scogin is waiting for back surgery, and Sharon Adams broke her leg. Please keep George and Sharon in your prayers.
Glenn Lenderman said he would volunteer to play for free if we had less than 40 at our next dance. We discussed having the dance on Saturday, but we decided that would not be a good day to have the dance. After much discussion, a motion was made by Doyle Oliver, seconded by Alma Breazeale, to have the dance on Friday, July 30 with following dances from August through December being held on the third Friday night of each month from 7 to 10 p.m.
It was decided that instead of a food table, we will ask guests to bring food or snacks for their table if they wish. A motion was made by Helen Boyd, seconded by Doyle Oliver, and the motion passed.
A work day was planned for Saturday, July 17 at 9 a.m. to get our lodge ready for the dances.
A motion was made by Alma Breazeale, seconded by Doyle Oliver, to allow George Scogin to withdraw money from the annuity as needed for lodge expenses. The motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Submitted by, Alma Breazeale, Secretary —SPJST—
Lodge 41, Port Lavaca members met Tuesday, May 18, 2021, at Six Mile Volunteer Fire Department Station. Despite the rain, there was a nice attendance. After a good business meeting, everyone enjoyed eating and visiting. LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are Jack Baker, Philip Vahalik, Jimmie Pustejovsky, Jay Allison, Larry Rokyta, and Dan Sitka. RIGHT PHOTO: The ladies are, left to right, Darlene Baker, Carolyn Rokyta, Dora Rendon, Lorene Pustejovsky, Alice Bland, Mary Allison, District Six Director Annie Vahalik, and Mary Sitka.
SPJST Lodge 81, Needville installs new signs
Lodge 81, Needville added two new signs to its building. The signs have been provided by SPJST Home Office as part of the statewide rebranding efforts.
Back to School Tips for a Better Student
By Justin Everett Lodge 24, Cyclone
With summer vacation coming to an end, it is time to start preparing your young ones for getting back into the swing of things as far as back to school goes. I was not a high school graduate that long ago; therefore, I learned a thing or two about going from a relaxing vacation to a hectic first week of school. Most schools in Texas start the final week of August.
With that being said, a great first tip would be getting your young ones used to going to bed at a reasonable hour. For the past two months, lots of children have been picking their own bedtimes. However, with school being just around the corner, having a scheduled bedtime at least two weeks prior to the start date of school is a wise choice to be considered. Nine o’clock is a good time to start winding down and 9:30 should be the time for bed. Should you have problems motivating your children to keep this routine, rewards such as healthy bedtime snacks (any kind of fruit) or electronic allowance (20 minutes of a game or Internet time right before bed) may be of assistance. However, nothing beats a classic bedtime story reading.
During the days leading up to the new school year, be sure to include some academic time during your child’s day. This can be something as easy as purchasing a children’s workbook at your local retail store. When your child wakes up after they have eaten their breakfast, make it mandatory that they must complete a few problems out of the workbook correctly before they can start their fun activities for the day. Then, let them have fun until after their lunch and make them do another work page from the workbook to keep their brains active. Also try to encourage more games that exercise the brain such as word searches and hangman. Even letting your child read a page or chapter a day from their
July Scenes from Ladies Circle of Lodge 92, Fort Worth
Lodge 92, Fort Worth welcomed back the Ladies’ Circle on Tuesday, July 13, 2021. All of the women were happy and thankful for being able to reunite like they did before the pandemic. CENTER PHOTO: Members celebrating July birthdays are, from left to right, Sandi Celusniak, Cathy Simmank, Jeanette Tesar, Bernie Janecka, and Margaret Laymance. RIGHT PHOTO: July guests are Judy Acherman, Jeannie O’Conner, Delores York, and Judy Robinson.
—Photos by Cherish Ellsworth
favorite book can be a big help to get their brains warmed up for the new school year.
Taking one final family summer day trip can also help safely bring your child’s summer to an end. This could include a day at the lake or pool or a day at the waterpark or zoo, etc. However, the trip should be encouraged after your child has completed a page of work in his or her workbook for the day. As a parent, you will come to find that little rewards such as a snack, electronic allowance, or outdoor playtime can make a healthier relationship between you and your child.
In the mornings, after breakfast and workbook time, take the kids for at least a 30-minute walk around your neighborhood while it is still cool out, and spend the time having conversations. Only the adult or parent in charge will be allowed a phone on the walk. Promise the children if they go on the walk and leave electronics at home, they will be rewarded with them later.
Practicing morning routines two weeks before school can be quite beneficial as well. Right when your kids wake up, have them get dressed and ready for the day as to staying in their pajamas. Then of course, breakfast, workbook, walk, free time, lunch, workbook, brain game (word search, hangman), free time.
Early evenings should be spent as always and not a lot of changes should be made there to prepare for back to school. Mom and Dad should also be in their bedroom by 9 p.m. to set an example for the children about getting to bed early on a school night.
When the very first day of school arrives, try to make getting ready that morning calm and easy. Leave the television off and electronics in another room. As a parent, constantly say positive reinforcers such as, “looking good, kids” and “all right, we are going to have a good day today.” Positive attitudes are key in achieving a goal.
Hopefully, these tips will help your family have a better school year and home life.
—SPJST—
Full Steam Ahead: World’s Largest Steam Locomotive Returns with “The Big Boy 2021 Tour”
The Big Boy No. 4014, the world’s largest steam locomotive, is rolling out on tour August 5, 2021, through 10 states, beginning in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The locomotive will travel through Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Illinois, Louisiana, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Texas, and Wyoming. Along the way, the Big Boy will be on display in Fort Worth on Saturday, August 14 and in Houston on Tuesday, August 17 during the tour.
The Big Boy weighs 1.2 million pounds and rode the rails from 1941 to 1961, going more than one million miles.
The Big Boy No. 4014 is expected to make it into Texas on Friday, August 13. While on tour, there will be multiple stops in Texas through Thursday, August 19, when it heads into Louisiana.
You can see this amazing steam locomotive in person at specific intersections. Scheduled stops are subject to change. (All times are CT.)
Lodge 97, placedo members excited to meet in person
Lodge 97, Placedo met at Victoria Mall on a rainy Monday, June 14, 2021. President Gay Revel was excited to finally meet in person since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020. Everyone enjoyed Chick-fil-A and visiting. Friday, August 13 Pottsboro, Texas Grayson Street Crossing Arrival 2 p.m.; Depart 2:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 14 Fort Worth, Texas One block east of 825 East 9th Street On Display: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Lodge 97, placedo collects, donates tabs to ronald mcdonald house
Lodge 97, Placedo President Gay Revel, left, and Bernadette Bellanger, right, presented bags of pull tabs primarily from soda and cat food cans to District Six Director Annie Vahalik to deliver to the SPJST Home Office to donate to Ronald McDonald House for cancer patients.
Ennis, Texas Ennis Street and Main Street Arrival 10:45 a.m.; Depart 11:30 a.m.
Monday, August 16 Hearne, Texas 2003 Market Street Depart 8 a.m. Hempstead, Texas Wilkins Street Crossing Arrival 12:25 p.m.; Depart 1:10 p.m.
Tuesday, August 17 Houston, Texas 902 Washington Avenue On Display: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Navasota, Texas East McApline Street and South Railroad Street Arrival 10:40 a.m.; Depart 11:25 a.m. Wednesday, August 18 Houston, Texas 902 Washington Avenue Depart 8 a.m. Huffman, Texas Spanish Cove Drive Arrival 10:45 a.m.; Depart 11:15 a.m.
Hardin, Texas County Road 2009 Crossing Arrival 12:30 p.m.; Depart 1:15 p.m.
Thursday, August 19 Beaumont, Texas I-10 Frontage Road and Hollywood Avenue Depart 8 a.m. Scranton, Pennsylvania; and St. Louis, Missouri.
Union Pacific strongly encourages visitors to keep safety top of mind while viewing and photographing No. 4014 on its journey. For everyone’s safety:
Remember, trains can’t stop quickly to avoid people or vehicles on the tracks. A train’s distance and speed can be deceiving.
The average train overhangs the track by at least three feet – take extra precaution and stand back at least 25 feet.
Railroad tracks, trestles, yards, and right of way are private property.
Never assume tracks are abandoned or inactive – always expect a train.
For more information, visit https://www.up.com/heritage/steam/sch edule/index.htm. —SPJST—
Orange, Texas Holly Lane Crossing along South Avenue Arrival 9:30 a.m.; Depart 9:45 a.m.
Twenty-five Big Boys were built exclusively for Union Pacific, the first of which was delivered in 1941 to handle the steep terrain between Cheyenne and Ogden. Of the eight still in existence, No. 4014 is the world’s only operating Big Boy. The other seven can be found on display in Cheyenne, Wyoming; Denver, Colorado; Frisco, Texas; Green Bay, Wisconsin; Omaha, Nebraska;
Lodge 202, Jourdanton recognized its August birthday celebrants. They are, left to right, Will Fair on the 30th, Bettie House on the 12th, Ryanne Popham on the 15th, Connie Jo Popham on the 23rd, and James House on the 30th. Wishing all of you a happy birthday! —Submitted by Bettie House, Secretary
Lodge 219, El Paso Summer Social: An Evening of Family Fun!
Friday, July 30, 2021 • Western Playland Amusement Park • El Paso, Texas • Submitted by Francisco Viniegra
SPJST Lodge 219, El Paso organized a summer social for members. The event was held on Friday, July 30, 2021, from 5 to 10 p.m. at Western Playland Amusement Park, 1249 Futurity Drive in Sunland Park, El Paso, Texas. Attendees enjoyed food, fellowship, rides, and family fun!
— Photos submitted by Francisco Viniegra
