Vestnik 2022.03.14 by SPJST

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Volume 110 Number 5

Benevolence ★ Humanity ★ Brotherhood

March 14, 2022

ISSN —07458800

Cultural Gems In San Diego Lillian Kaspar and daughter Donna Kaspar are pictured hosting at the Czech Cottage in Balboa Park, San Diego, in March. Donna recently discovered an international community in San Diego of about 35 mini museums representing cultures around the world - one being “The House of Czech and Slovak Republics.” Lillian and Donna are members of Lodge 29, Taylor. See Donna’s story on page 11.

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Lodge 185, new braunfels youth performs at gruene hall Lodge 185, New Braunfels youth Michael Gribble performs at Gruene Hall with his band “The Rotisserie Chicken” on Sunday, February 27, 2022. Michael has been playing the keys for four years and loves all types of songs. During this show at Gruene Hall, the band played “Come Together” by the Beatles, “Creep” by Radiohead, and “We Will Rock You” by Queen.

Visit the SPJST booth at Camp Kubena, 2001 Waldeck Road in Ledbetter, on Saturday, April 2 at Cars & Guitars. Get your name in the drawing to win this special Cars & Guitars prize! It’s a 1958 Ford Fairlane 500 Open Convertible 1:18 model from The Platinum Collection and a Fender acoustic guitar and starter pack (with three months of online lessons). See complete event details on pages 22 and 23 or visit campkubena.com. See you April 2 at Camp Kubena!

February Top SPJST Sales Agents: Certificates Issued and Annualized Premium 1st - Annualized Premium 2nd - Certificates Issued $300 Award

1st - Certificates Issued 3rd- Annualized Premium $300 Award

2nd- Annualized Premium 3rd - Certificates Issued $100 Award

Carlos Benavidez Lodge 79 Corpus Christi District Seven

Merritt Grogan Lodge 234 Lockhart District One

Roberta Amos Lodge 24 Cyclone District Two

; / ; / ; / ; / ; Inside This Week’s Vestnik ; / ; / ; / ; / ; Readers Write ......................................3 Interest Rates.......................................3 Important Dates ...................................3 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes...4 Fraternal Focus ...................................8 District News........................................9

Lodge Section....................................10 Youth Section ....................................24 In Memoriam ......................................26 Czech Culture ....................................28 Advertisements .................................29 Lodge Calendar .................................30

Lodge 202 Jourdanton presents 75-year pin to Bettie House Page 16

Scenes from TABA Home & Garden SPJST Car Show Pages 18 to 21

Lodge 187 Round Rock youth receive valentines Page 26

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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: MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC 254-773-1575 (ext. 122) • Mobile: 254-534-0807 VĚSTNÍK Fax: 254-773-8087 vestnik@spjst.org melaniez@spjst.com melaniez@usa.com EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PRESIDENT/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER BRIAN VANICEK, FIC 254-773-1575 (ext. 139) Mobile: 254-534-2902 vanicek@spjst.com VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES AND MARKETING DELISLE DOHERTY 254-773-1575 (ext. 240) Mobile: 832-232-2049 delisled@spjst.com VICE PRESIDENT OF COMMUNICATIONS MELANIE ZAVODNY 254-773-1575 (ext. 122) Mobile: 254-534-0807 melaniez@spjst.com CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC 254-773-1575 (ext. 149) Mobile: 254-721-4739 leonardm@spjst.com CONTROLLER ROY VAJDAK 254-773-1575 (ext. 142) royv@spjst.com DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR/VICE CHAIR DONNIE VICTORICK, FIC, CFFM PO Box 85, Snook, TX 77878-0085 Home: 979-272-3265 • Mobile: 979-224-3125 dv.aggie71@gmail.com DISTRICT TWO DIRECTOR JESSE POSPISIL 4710 FM 1331, Taylor, TX 76574-2164 Home: 512-365-1110 • Mobile: 512-826-7371 jlpospisil@yahoo.com DISTRICT THREE DIRECTOR/CHAIR JOHN ENGELKE 6475 Gholson Rd, Waco, TX 76705-5330 254-799-4247 john.engelke@hotmail.com DISTRICT FOUR DIRECTOR BOBBY DAVIS, FICF, CFFM 1886 Pecos St, Ste 3, San Angelo, TX 76901-3268 Mobile: 325-450-3748 • Fax: 325-657-2003 bgdsr2428@aol.com DISTRICT FIVE DIRECTOR BRADLEY STAVINOHA, FIC 10522 Will Lehmann Rd, Needville, TX 77461-9164 Mobile: 979-739-2386 • Office: 979-793-7411 spjst@earthlink.net DISTRICT SIX DIRECTOR ANNIE VAHALIK 2508 N Levi St, Victoria, TX 77901-4059 361-649-4888 amvahalik@gmail.com DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR REGINA HOUSE 176 County Road 343, Charlotte, TX 78011-3663 830-570-2046 spjst202youth@gmail.com

Editor’s Note

Celebrating the impact of volunteer service in SPJST

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GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE District One - Bill Orsak, Vice Chair PO Box 252, Snook, TX 77878-0252 979-272-1243 • billorsak@gmail.com District Two - Edwin Pechal 10660 State Highway 53, Temple, TX 76501-7446 254-721-2887 • edwinpechal@yahoo.com District Three - Michael Galler 1312 Fawn Lily Dr, Temple, TX 76502-7808 254-744-8973 • mlgaller54@gmail.com District Four - Brad Teplicek PO Box 372, Rowena, TX 76875-4006 325-442-2001 • bptep@aol.com District Five - Dorothy Pflughaupt, Chair 1243 Clovis Rd, Houston, TX 77008-6232 713-859-8976 • dotpflugh@yahoo.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, Secretary 1405 Divide St, El Campo, TX 77437-6152 979-543-7120 • lisa_bubela@yahoo.com District Seven - Oscar Korus 2565 Bruce Rd, Poteet, TX 78065-5013 830-391-4169 • oscarkorus@gmail.com REGIONAL GENERAL AGENTS DISTRICT ONE - Jim Schroeder, LUTCF 936-661-2294 • jeschroeder.insurance@gmail.com DISTRICT TWO - Jim Schroeder, LUTCF 936-661-2294 • jeschroeder.insurance@gmail.com DISTRICT THREE - Sabino Garcia 817-909-8899 • garciasabi@att.net DISTRICT FOUR - Lydia Talamantez 325-262-9743 • lillyg636@yahoo.com DISTRICT FOUR - EL PASO AREA - Arnulfo Rivera 915-630-8074 • arnulfok5@yahoo.com DISTRICT FIVE - Kerry Herrington 281-704-5737 • kerryherrington@yahoo.com DISTRICT SIX - Carolina Covarrubia 281-779-9956 • covarrubia.carolina@yahoo.com DISTRICT SEVEN - Ralph Juarez 361-537-5506 • juarez2112@aol.com STATE FRATERNAL DIRECTOR FRANK HORAK Office: 254-773-1575 (ext. 177) • Mobile: 254-534-0681 frankh@spjst.com DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Hannah Kovar PO Box 28, Snook, TX 77878-0028 979-220-7904 • ladyjays@tamu.edu District Two - Patsy Koslovsky 764 S St Joseph Rd, Burlington, TX 76519-3108 254-718-1606 • patsyk2011@yahoo.com District Three - Mary Steinman 1136 Westgrove Dr, Saginaw, TX 76179-3463 817-731-2580 • appamary@sbcglobal.net District Four - Ryan Jansa 10377 Penny Lane, San Angelo, TX 76905-7616 325-234-5879 • rjansa1@gmail.com District Five - Melissa Victorick-Brown 2324 Lakeway Dr, Friendswood, TX 77546-6196 832-274-7369 • district5dyc@gmail.com District Six - Lisa Bubela 1405 Divide St, El Campo, TX 77437-6152 979-543-7120 • lisa_bubela@yahoo.com District Seven - April Howard 814 Madison Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130-3918 830-624-9242 • aprhoward@gmail.com CAMP KUBENA • 2001 Waldeck Rd • Ledbetter, TX Rob Clift, Executive Director 979-249-5674 • robc@spjst.com

“W

e can find meaning and reward by serving some higher purpose than ourselves, a shining purpose, the illumination of a thousand points of light . . . we all have something to give.” —President George H.W. Bush Founder of Points of Light National Volunteer Week is coming up on April 17 to 23, 2022. The theme for National Volunteer Week is Celebrate Service – an opportunity to shine a light on the people and causes that inspire us to serve. Volunteerism empowers individuals to find their purpose, to take their passion and turn it into meaningful change. When each of us, in our own way, answers the call to make a difference, we make progress in solving our most persistent problems, and create stronger communities and a more just society. National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize and thank volunteers who lend us their time, talent, voice, and resources to meet the critical needs of our communities. Their stories serve to inspire others to take action, to realize their power to make a difference, and be a force that transforms the world. National Volunteer Week is a time to celebrate the impact of volunteer service on our communities. The local events, volunteer projects and social media conversations that take place during this week demonstrate that every individual has the power to make a difference, creating healthy communities in vibrant, participatory societies. National Volunteer Week was es-

tablished in 1974 and has grown exponentially each year, with thousands of volunteer projects and special events scheduled throughout the week. It is an opportunity to honor the impact of all those who do good in SPJST and communities, and who inspire others to make a difference and improve the world. Cars & Guitars This week’s Vestnik includes forms and information about Cars & Guitars which is set for Saturday, April 2 at Camp Kubena in Ledbetter, Texas. I hope that you will plan to attend this inaugural event that we hope will showcase and share our beautiful Camp Kubena to members and friends. Visit campkubena.com or spjst.org for more details and to register online to show a car, host a vendor booth, or sponsor a hole in the disc golf tournament. Special thanks to Lodge 66, Waco who graciously donated $500. Thanks also to Lodge 29, Taylor; Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point; and District Two Director Jesse and Linda Pospisil for their donations.

Vestnik Dates and Deadlines March 28 Vestnik deadline is Mon., March 21 at 5 p.m. April 11 Vestnik deadline is Mon., April 4 at 5 p.m. April 25 Vestnik deadline is Mon., April 18 at 5 p.m. May 9 Vestnik deadline is Mon., May 2 at 5 p.m. May 23 Vestnik deadline is Mon., May 16 at 5 p.m. —SPJST—

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

March 15 March 19 March 27 March 31 April 2 April 2 April 2 April 3 April 3 April 3 April 9 April 10 April 10 April 10 April 15 April 19-20 April 22-23 April 23 April 24 May 1 May 1 May 7 May 22 June 5 June 12

Lodge 81, Needville Scholarship Deadline (5) Lodge 47, Seaton Dance: Backroads Band (2) District Three Youth Achievement Day Lodge 25, Ennis (3) 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive Ends SPJST and Camp Kubena present “Cars & Guitars” Camp Kubena, Ledbetter District Four Annual Meeting • St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church Conference Center, Lubbock (4) Lodge 25, Ennis Fundraiser (3) Lodge 6, Cottonwood Easter Party (3) Lodge 84, Dallas Easter Celebration • Dallas Sokol (3) Lodge 179, Warrenton Appreciation Svačina Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, La Grange (1) Lodge 196, Houston-West Easter Celebration (5) District One Annual Meeting • Lodge 9, Snook (1) District Six Annual Meeting • Taiton Community Center (6) Lodge 88, Houston Easter Egg Hunt (5) SPJST Home Office Closes at Noon • Good Friday SPJST Executive Committee Meeting Home Office, Temple Youth Leaders’ Appreciation Banquet and Workshop Camp Kubena Lodge 88, Houston Crawfish Boil (5) District Three Annual Meeting • Lodge 92, Fort Worth (3) District Five Annual Meeting • Lodge 196, Houston-West (5) Lodge 88, Houston Day of Caring (5) Delegates’ Advisory Council Virtual Meeting District Two Annual Meeting • Lodge 24, Cyclone (2) Lodge 88, Houston Homecoming (5) District Four Youth Achievement Day (4)

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Readers Write Westphalia KCs to host Friday fish fry Westphalia Knights of Columbus Council 13902 will sponsor a drivethrough shrimp and fish fry every Friday evening through April 8, 2022. Plates will be to-go only starting at 3:30 until

7:15 p.m. (or until sold out). The $12 plates will consist of fried shrimp, fried fish, beans, slaw, and French fries. Plates can be picked up in a drivethrough lane behind Westphalia Parish Hall, located at 3000 State Highway 320 in Westphalia, Texas. James Kahlig —SPJST—

HEY, YOUNG ADULTS!

(AGES 18 AND UP)

Looking for a summer job? Want to make memories and friendships that will last a lifetime? Pack your bags! Learn how you can join us this summer.

Summer employment dates are May 16 to August 5, 2022 Housing and meals provided All staff will be professionally trained and certified in high ropes, first aid/CPR, lifeguarding, camp programs, and more. Applications are available at campkubena.com/jobs For more information, contact Katie at katied@spjst.com or 979-249-5674

APPLY TO BE A CAMP KUBENA SUMMER STAFF MEMBER campkubena.com/jobs Camp Kubena is located on 160 acres in the heart of Texas farm country, between Austin and Houston, off Highway 290 • 2001 Waldeck Road, Ledbetter, Texas 78946

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FROM THE SPJST Executive Committee January 18 and 19, 2022, Minutes of the Regular Meeting of SPJST Executive Committee held at the SPJST Home Office Temple, Texas PRESIDING The meeting was called to order by Chair of the Board of Directors John Engelke on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at 8:45 a.m. ATTENDING Board of Directors: Donnie Victorick - District One/Vice Chair of the Board of Directors; Jesse Pospisil - District Two; John Engelke - District Three/Chair of the Board of Directors; Bobby Davis - District Four; Bradley Stavinoha - District Five; Annie Vahalik - District Six; Regina House - District Seven. Executive Officers: Brian Vanicek, President/CEO; Delisle Doherty, Vice President of Sales and Marketing; Melanie Zavodny, Vice President of Communications; Leonard Mikeska, Chief Financial Officer; Roy Vajdak, Controller. Recording Secretary: Linda Hill, Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer. OPENING OF MEETING The meeting was opened by Chair Engelke with a welcome to all. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited, and a moment of silence was observed in respect for our departed members. Vice President of Sales and Marketing Delisle Doherty led the Executive Committee in an opening prayer. ANNOUNCEMENTS President/CEO Vanicek announced the visitors who would be joining the meeting: Camp Kubena Executive Director Rob Clift at 9 a.m. on Wednesday (remote) and Larry White and Stephen Gonzalez of AQS Asset Management at 11 a.m. on Wednesday. APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MINUTES The October 20 and 21, 2021, minutes of the regular meeting of the Executive Committee and the December 7, 2021, minutes of the special called video conference meeting of the Executive Committee were reviewed. Director Victorick moved to accept all the minutes as written. Director Stavinoha seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously. MANAGEMENT TEAM MEETING NOTES The management team meeting notes were reviewed. Director Victorick moved to accept the team notes as written. Director House seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously.

VĚSTNÍK OLD BUSINESS Executive Officers - President/CEO Vanicek, Vice President of Sales and Marketing Doherty, Chief Financial Officer Mikeska, Controller Vajdak, and Vice President of Communications Zavodny each presented a report on their old business, and each report was accepted as presented. Director Victorick moved to accept the reports as presented, and Director Vahalik seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING Director Vahalik inquired about SPJST’s responsibilities for all cleaning and repairing at the Social Security Administration building. As the owner of the building and as it states in the lease agreement, we are to repair and maintain building. Director Pospisil moved, seconded by Director Victorick, to proceed with the items provided in the GSA inspection. The motion carried unanimously. Recess was from 9:54 to 10:11 a.m. AUDIT COMMITTEE Director House reported on the audit held on Monday, January 17. Audit committee members are Director House, chair, Director Engelke, Director Victorick, and Director Pospisil. SPJST CONVENTION LOCATION FOR 2024 Vice President of Communications Zavodny provided information on possible locations for the SPJST Convention in 2024. After reviewing six locations, a motion was made by Director Victorick for the convention to be held in Temple on June 7 to 9, 2024, at the Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center with Hilton Garden Inn serving as the host hotel for delegate rooms. The motion was seconded by Director Pospisil. Voting in favor were Director Victorick, Director Pospisil, Director Engelke, Director Davis, Director Vahalik, and Director House, Voting against was Director Stavinoha. The motion was approved. ENHANCED PREMIUM REFUND GUIDELINES Vice President of Communications Zavodny revisited the enhanced premium refund guidelines, where every lodge is required to submit news to the Vestnik in order to receive the premium refund. Director Victorick moved, seconded by Director Vahalik, to amend the guidelines for Vestnik submissions to four per year for each lodge in order to receive the premium refund in 2023. The motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS The Executive Officers each presented a report on their new business. REASSIGNMENT OF STAFF A motion was made by Director Victorick, seconded by Director Stavinoha, to reassign State Fraternal Director Frank Horak, Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez, and Fraternal Department Assistant Ruth Hanusch to be under the supervision of Vice President of Communications Zavodny. HR Administrator Nancy Miller

and Executive Assistant to the President/CEO Sandra Dubcak will be under the supervision of President/CEO Vanicek. The motion carried unanimously. President/CEO Vanicek remains engaged in the development, implementation, and oversight of members and community engagement activities. CZECH HERITAGE SOCIETY A donation of $ 1,000 was approved to help with the printing of the Czech Heritage Society’s newsletter, Cesky Hlas. A motion was made by Director Pospisil, seconded by Director Vahalik. Motion carried unanimously. Recess was from 12 to 1 p.m. TERRITORY MANAGERS Vice President of Sales and Marketing Doherty discussed implementing three territory managers. They would be captive agents, who will only write life insurance and annuity products with SPJST. Motion was made by Director Victorick, seconded by Director Davis, to implement the territory manager program which will be reevaluated in one year. The motion carried unanimously. Recess was from 2:28 to 2:48 pm REAL ESTATE DELINQUENCIES Chief Financial Officer Mikeska discussed the delinquencies with a motion made by Director Stavinoha, seconded by Director Davis, to accept the recommendations as written. Motion carried unanimously. INVESTMENT REPORT Chief Financial Officer Mikeska presented his report of investments. Motion was made by Director Vahalik, seconded by Director House, to ratify the investments for the period beginning October 1, 2021, through December 31, 2021. The motion carried unanimously. INTEREST RATES Director Victorick moved, seconded by Director Pospisil, to leave interest payout rates on annuities and Universal Life certificates unchanged from February 1, 2022, to April 30, 2022. Motion carried unanimously. Interest rates on currently marketed products are: Product Universal Life 4 1-Year Annuity 2-Year Annuity 5-Year Annuity Annuity 7 SPDA-Special Offer Non-Qualified SPDA-Special Offer Qualified SPDA-Special Offer Qualified-Roth Lodge Management Fund

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NEW UNIVERSAL LIFE PRODUCT Director House moved, seconded by Director Vahalik, to discontinue Universal Life 4 and implement the new Family Value Universal Life paying interest rate of 3 percent and guaranteed at the rate of 2 percent. The motion carried unanimously.

In a third action, a motion was made by Director House, seconded by Director Victorick, that SPJST Home Office expenses incurred for insuring the SPJST Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje building may be recouped from proceeds generated from the anticipated sale of the lodge property. Motion carried unanimously.

SECURITY AND FIRE SYSTEM UPGRADE Chief Financial Officer Mikeska discussed the outdated security system. Motion was made by Director Victorick, seconded by Director House, to authorize CFO Mikeska to gather information on upgrading the security system for the safety of the Home Office. Motion carried unanimously.

In a fourth action, a motion was made by Director Victorick, seconded by Director Stavinoha, that SPJST District Six Director Annie Vahalik be responsible for securing the services a third-party property and casualty insurance company and working with SPJST Home Office personnel to see that action two and three are completed in an expeditious manner. Director Vahalik is further charged with the responsibility of securing the determination of any repairs and/or improvement which may be necessary that will lead to an expedient and fair market value sale of physical property(ies) held in the name of SPJST Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje; likewise, any charges incurred from said repairs and/or improvements may be recouped from proceeds generated from the anticipated sale of lodge property.

REAL ESTATE There was some interest in an available property across the street from the Home Office. Motion was made by Director Victorick, seconded by Director Pospisil, to gather more information concerning the building. Motion carried unanimously. Recess was from 5 p.m. until Wednesday, January 19 at 8:17 a.m. Board Chair Engelke welcomed everyone to the meeting. Vice President of Sales and Marketing Delisle Doherty led the Executive Committee in an opening prayer. ITEMS RELATED TO LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE A motion was made by Director Victorick, seconded by Director Pospisil, to notify the president of Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje that “any and all decisions of the January 16 general meeting of SPJST Lodge 40, El CampoHillje are hereby declared invalid.” The motion was made on the basis that members received an email notice from the SPJST Home Office on the morning of January 15, notifying them that the meeting previously scheduled to take a place on January 16 had been postponed until March 13. As a result, members who received and acted upon the notice – regardless of any factors which may have contributed to its distribution – did not attend the meeting and may have been deprived of their right and/or intent to participate in the general meeting. Motion carried unanimously. In a second action, a motion was made by Director House, seconded by Director Victorick, that SPJST management take such steps as necessary to purchase property and casualty insurance coverage for the lodge building to ensure property be secured from loss in the event of natural disaster and/or damages incurred by theft and/or vandalism. Explanation: While the members of a lodge have control over many aspects of lodge operation, the Board of Directors, as the chief governing body of SPJST, has a fiduciary duty to manage and protect SPJST’s assets. When it is deemed necessary, that responsibility includes taking steps to protect the assets – both real and tangible – of it subordinate lodges. The motion carried unanimously.

CAMP KUBENA Camp Kubena Executive Director Rob Clift presented a comprehensive report and need for an additional building to serve as the medical lodge and for needed repairs at Camp Kubena. Motion was made by Director Stavinoha, seconded by Director Davis, to purchase a 24x16 wood building to use as the medical lodge at a cost of $22,000 which included finishing out the interior. Motion carried unanimously. Camp Kubena Executive Director Clift also presented a proposal for painting and sealing the roof of the maintenance building at a cost of $4,000; painting and sealing the roof of the welcome center building at a cost of $8,500; and staining the decks on all buildings at a cost of $9,500. Total cost of all work is $22,000. Motion was made by Director Davis and seconded by Director House. Voting in favor were Director Victorick, Director Pospisil, Director Engelke, Director Davis, Director Vahalik, and Director House. Voting against was Director Stavinoha. The motion was approved. Recess was from 10:12 to 10:30 a.m. CZECH LANGUAGES IN SCHOOLS Information was presented from Lodge 67, Schulenburg member Thadious Polasek, who is working with high schools in an effort for more schools to teach the Czech language. Motion was made by Director Victorick, seconded by Director Pospisil, to donate $1,500 to Brother Polasek to assist with the efforts of teaching Czech language in high schools. Motion carried unanimously. AQS REPORT AQS representatives Larry White, Stephen Gonzalez, and Lee Stordahl presented a report on SPJST investment performance. They reported a book yield increase of 4.37 percent to 4.79 percent since January 1, 2021.

Recess for lunch was from 12 to 1 p.m. During lunch, the Executive Committee and guests viewed Dance Hall Days: A Documentary on Texas Dance Halls, which features several SPJST halls. EXECUTIVE SESSION The Committee entered executive session to discuss personnel matters from 2:11 until 4:30 pm. ADJOURNMENT With no further business, Director House moved for adjournment. Director Vahalik seconded the motion, and the motion to adjourn carried unanimously. Board Chair Engelke adjourned the meeting at 4:30 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Executive Committee will begin at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, April 19, 2022. Fraternally submitted by, Linda R. Hill, Recording Secretary Leonard Mikeska, Chief Financial Officer —SPJST—

DISTRICT DIRECTORS’ REPORTS District One Director Donnie Victorick Activity Report November—Lodge 9, Snook meeting; cooked for District One campers at Camp Kubena; Executive Committee Strategic Planning Meeting. December—Lodge 9, Snook meeting; Lodge 17, New Tabor memorial service; Temple Christmas Parade; Executive Committee virtual meeting; Lodge 67, Schulenburg Christmas social; Caldwell Christmas on the Square - drove District One King and Queen in parade; Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station Christmas meeting and social; Lodge 47, Seaton memorial service and Christmas party; Lodge 141, Sealy Christmas meeting and social; Camp Kubena Christmas social; Home Office Christmas party; cooked breakfast for New Year’s Eve party-goers at Lodge 88, Houston. January—Lodge 9, Snook meeting; new illustration system virtual training; audit committee meeting; Executive Committee meeting. Commentary I want to thank everyone for making this a very good and productive meeting. We have made a big turnaround in regards to our financial position. A big thank you for a tremendous job to Delisle Doherty for making our insurance program a tremendous success. By bringing in over $6 million in annuity monies, we are able to invest more and realize a sizable increase in our investment income. Also, the new program of renewing annuities out of penalty phase has reduced

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our reserves and allowed still more money to increase our investment income even more. We have definitely made a turn in our ship and are well on our way to a lot of success. It is refreshing to know we will be profitable for the first time in four years. AQS, our investment advisors, have done a tremendous job of upgrading our portfolio to have us prepared for the coming years which we have no idea of which direction it will go in terms of interest rates. Our members should be happy to know we are prepared. Thanks to all directors for being so committed and for having their hearts in the right place for SPJST. We can now have excellent discussion and debate without someone taking it personal. When you have your business hat on — and not let personal feelings get in the way — much more can be accomplished. I am looking forward to the days and years ahead where SPJST will be back in the forefront where it belongs! Fraternally, Donnie Victorick District One Director •••

District Two Director Jesse Pospisil Activity Report October—Funeral for Milton Zavodny of Lodge 24, Cyclone; Lodge 24, Cyclone monthly meeting; Lodge 15, Buckholts monthly meeting and delivered the lodge’s new SPJST sign; Executive Committee meeting; Lodge 24, Cyclone barbecue chicken lunch fundraiser. November—Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point bimonthly meeting and officer installation; Lodge 177, Academy bi-monthly meeting and officer installation; helped Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy prepare for Veterans Day pancake supper; Lodge 80, Holland meeting. December—Lodge 155, Austin quarterly meeting and officer installation; Executive Committee virtual meeting; presented discretionary checks to fire department and Shepherd’s Heart Food Pantry; Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Christmas meeting; Lodge 47, Seaton Christmas meeting; Lodge 18, Elgin meeting and officer installation; Home Office Staff Christmas party. Commentary I want to thank the Executive Committee for a wonderful meeting. We accomplished a great amount of items. I also want to thank Larry White and his team at AQS for giving us an excellent financial report. I hope everyone stays safe and healthy. Fraternally, Jesse Pospisil District Two Director •••

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District Three Director John Engelke Activity Report October—Lodge 66, Waco meeting. November—District Youth Counselors’ virtual meeting; Lodge 54, West meeting and elections; Lodge 6, Cottonwood meeting and elections; Lodge 92, Fort Worth western swing dance; Lodge 25, Ennis 50-year building anniversary; Fort Worth Parade of Lights with SPJST Float; Executive Committee Strategic Planning Meeting; Lodge 66, Waco meeting. December—Lodge 180, Burleson Christmas party; Lodge 84, Dallas Christmas party; Lodge 54, West Christmas party and officer installation; Temple Christmas Parade with SPJST Float; Executive Committee virtual meeting; S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Centers meeting; pick up and deliver certificates and annuity money to Home Office; Lodge 92, Fort Worth officer installation and Christmas dance; History of West Museum check presentation; Lodge 66, Waco meeting and meal; Home Office Staff Christmas party. January—Lodge 6, Cottonwood meeting and officer installation; Camp Kubena virtual meeting; Lodge 35, Elk meeting and officer installation; audit committee meeting; Executive Committee meeting. Commentary Thank you to my fellow directors and officers for a great finish to 2021 and a hopeful start to 2022. As we start this new year, we know we face many challenges, but with new information and studying the facts, we will make decisions to make SPJST a greater company for all our members. We ask all our members to please support SPJST and all our local lodges as we start our new normal, dealing with the Covid changes in our lives. We also thank our employees for their great support of our members when our needs call upon these great folks at the Home Office. Please feel free to call upon them when you do have the need. We want to be the best choice for our members. Fraternally, John Engelke District Three Director •••

District Four Director Bobby Davis Activity Report November—Lodge 49, Rowena meeting; traveled to Rowena to deliver a check; traveled to Del Rio to talk about starting a lodge; agent training in San Angelo; Lodge 160, San Angelo meeting; Executive Committee Strategic Planning Meeting. December—Member service in Eden; worked with sales agent Ralph Chalfant; worked with Regional General Agent Lydia Talamantez; Lodge 49, Rowena Christmas party; Executive Committee virtual meeting; traveled to Ballinger to help with death claim;

Lodge 229, Abilene meeting; meeting with a group of CPAs regarding annuities; Lodge 207, Iowa Park meeting; Lodge 230, Midland meeting and election of officers. January—Lodge 229, Abilene meeting with officers and State Fraternal Director Frank Horak; virtual meeting with President/CEO Vanicek and TSE Entertainment; travel to Colorado City for continuing education training. Commentary We had a good meeting. A lot of positive things are starting to happen in all departments. Camp Kubena is starting to increase with more activities. I would like to see a work weekend for camp - a clean-up with directors and officers before camp starts every year and see companies that donate to camp be added to the Members Services Director. Camp Kubena Executive Director Rob Clift is doing a great job. I would like to thank him for his report. I would also like to thank AQS for the report they presented. Fraternally, Bobby Davis District Four Director •••

District Five Director Bradley Stavinoha Activity Report October—AQS life insurance marketing class. November—Midterm election preview from NAMIC; Lodge 81, Needville meal prep; Lodge 142, Houston meeting; Executive Committee Strategic Planning Meeting. December—Country Christmas; Fort Bend Republican Women’s meeting; Fort Bend Czech Heritage Society Christmas; Executive Committee virtual meeting; Lodge 88, Houston meeting; Lodge 142, Houston meeting; Wellington Management economic outlook and inflation numbers 2022; Lodge 81 meeting and workday. January—Lodge 81, Needville meeting; agent training; 2022 life insurance market outlook; Czech Catholics meeting - Sts. Cyril and Methodius; Executive Committee meeting. Commentary It was a very emotional day as Jerome Dressler, Robert Mayfield, and I moved out the last files, pictures, plaques, and awards from the hall at Lodge 172, Pasadena. It was built in the early 1980s, and those lodge members/officers had spent countless hours attending and participating at meetings, dances, many other events, and doing maintenance. As we went through old boxes, we saw so many photos of Jerome’s father. There were also several awards, mayor’s proclamations, and citations from the city of Pasadena to the lodge for all of its fundraising efforts and community events. Lodge 172 truly had an impact on that community for many years. Lodge 172’s building was

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an icon on Preston Street. As we loaded some of the last boxes, I reentered the front door where a sign over the door in large bold face read, “Vítáme Vás.” It was difficult knowing this was one of the last times any of us would walk through those doors. Jerome reminisced about the heyday of the lodge in the 1980s and 1990s with the well-attended dances that were held at the hall. Lodge 172 was the place to be during those times. The dances there were only rivaled by the legendary Gilly’s honkytonk made famous from Urban Cowboy in Pasadena. The hall was a tribute to those Lodge 172 members who were able to do the hard work that raised the funds to build such a large facility. The dance floor was so large you could only do one round on it per song. At its January meeting, the Executive Committee watched a video that SPJST helped fund called Dance Hall Days: A Documentary on Texas Dance Halls. Even though Lodge 172, Pasadena may not have been as old as those featured in the video, it certainly will be missed in the community by those who wore out many a pair of boots on that dance floor. I know that building will forever be in Jerry’s and Robert’s hearts. Fraternally, Bradley Stavinoha District Five Director •••

District Six Director Annie Vahalik Activity Report November—Virtual meeting with District Youth Counselors; Lodge 184, Moulton meeting and social; Lodge 32, Victoria meeting; Lodge 4, Hallettsville meeting and social; Lodge 41, Port Lavaca meeting and social; check out Yorktown cemetery to see if it was an SPJST cemetery; Executive Committee Strategic Planning Meeting. December—Victoria County Czech Heritage Society Christmas party; Lodge 97, Placedo meeting and Christmas party; Executive Committee virtual meeting; Lodge 32, Victoria Christmas party; Lodge 4, Hallettsville meeting and Christmas party; Lodge 151, Wharton meeting, 75-year pin presentation, and Christmas party. January 5—TSE Entertainment webcast; State Progressive 42 Domino Tour-

nament; Lodge 32, Victoria meeting. Commentary This was a very good meeting. I am looking forward to celebrating 125 years in 2022. We need to stay focused on keeping SPJST values strong in 2022 and beyond. The advance reports and detailed information is very much appreciated to keep our meetings productive. Fraternally, Annie Vahalik District Six Director •••

District Seven Director Regina House Activity Report October—Executive Committee meeting. November—District Youth Counselors’ and Youth Advisory Committee virtual meeting; District Seven Fall Fun Day at Lodge 107, Floresville; Lodge 258, Seguin meeting and officer installation; Executive Committee Strategic Planning Meeting. December—Executive Committee virtual meeting; Lodge 117, Robstown meeting and officer installation; Lodge 202, Jourdanton meeting and officer installation; check presentation to New Berlin Volunteer Fire Department; Lodge 79, Corpus Christi meeting and officer installation.. January—TSE Entertainment virtual meeting for lodges with dance halls; Lodge 107, Floresville meeting and officer installation; Life Insurance Market Outlook webinar; Lodge 258, Seguin meeting; Audit Committee meeting; Executive Committee meeting. Commentary I want to thank my fellow board members for such a productive meeting these past two days. I am excited about and looking forward to the great things that are happening at SPJST - from the changes the Convention delegates made to the by-laws and governance, to the positive outlook for sales and income, and to the updates happening at Camp Kubena. Great things are definitely headed our way! Fraternally, Regina House District Seven Director —SPJST—

From the Insurance Department SPJST Insurance Update through february 129 Certificates IssueD MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND ANNUALIZED PREMIUM Dist. Apps. Written Certs. Issued Annualized Prem. 1 5 $227,724.00 3 $147,724.00 $1,533.88 2 3 130,000.00 4 230,000.00 3,594.44 3 2 25,000.00 1 10,000.00 0 4 6 497,312.00 7 507,312.00 3,660.60 5 3 142,000.00 3 412,000.00 1,613.96 6 0 0.00 1 100,000.00 2,076.36 7 10 225,920.00 8 235,920.00 5,462.52 9 0 0.00 0 0 0 Ann 18 0.00 18 0 0

Totals

$1,247,956.00

$1,642,956.00

$17,941.76

YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND ANNUALIZED PREMIUM Dist. Apps. Written Certs. Issued Annualized Prem. 1 12 $682,724.00 8 $452,724.00 $5,669.88 2 7 350,100.00 7 350,100.00 4,951.64 3 9 258,781.00 11 273,781.00 3,533.28 4 35 2,326,530.00 28 1,401,530.00 12,483.00 5 10 867,000.00 8 1,637,000.00 5,042.80 6 8 615,000.00 10 655,000.00 6,184.10 7 23 1,122,547.00 20 $1,032,547.00 10,166.08 9 0 0.00 0 0 0 Ann 37 0.00 37 0 0

Totals

141

$6,222,682.00

129

$5,802,682.00

$48,030.78

Saturday, April 2, 2022 AT CAMP KUBENA located 7 miles from the famous Round Top, Texas

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Put Health and Wellness on Your 2022 Calendar

Editor’s Note: SPJST’s emphasis on health and wellness complements the “fiscal fitness” aspect of SPJST. The goal is to support, motivate and encourage the physical and emotional wellbeing of our SPJST members and employees. In the February 14 issue, we announced that Gallagher – the nationwide health and risk management – was making available to SPJST and its members a wealth of health and wellbeing information. Last month we focused on the importance of creating a more active lifestyle. This time, our focus is on explaining how making some simple dietary choices that can go a long way towards helping you build a stronger immune system. On Building a Stronger Immune System The old saying “You are what you eat” ties into the notion that to be fit and healthy, you need to eat good food. It is well-known that having a strong immune system makes it easier for the body to ward off harmful organisms like bacteria and viruses. Since the ar-

rival of the coronavirus pandemic, there has been a lot of focus on how to strengthen immune function. A 2021 systematic review and metaanalysis identified vitamin D as being associated with improved clinical outcomes in patients with COVID-19. Conversely, people who were deficient in vitamin D saw a heightened immune response and poorer recovery rates. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is mostly known for its role in bone health and calcium metabolism, but it has other functions as well. A deficiency of vitamin D has been linked to a higher incidence of autoimmunity as well as a higher susceptibility to infection. Similarly, there appears to be an inverse relationship between vitamin D and the rate of infections. What this means is, maintaining adequate levels of vitamin D may offer some additional protection. Some of the most common symptoms associated with low vitamin D levels include fatigue, muscle weakness, and mood changes.

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ness on your 2022 calendar. We build on that theme with the March 29 Fraternal Focus online webcast with the emphasis on healthy eating and what we can all do in order to sustain healthy eating habits. Be sure to join online for the presentation! Based on your posi-

Few foods are naturally rich in vitamin D. The best sources are the flesh of fatty fish and fish liver oils. Smaller amounts are found in egg yolks, cheese, and beef liver. Vitamin D-enhanced mushrooms are the only non-animal food product with substantial amounts of bioavailable vitamin D and, as such, have the potential to be a primary source of dietary vitamin D for vegans and vegetarians. One of the best ways to get enough Vitamin D in your diet is to eat a variety of healthy foods from all of the food groups, including some fortified foods, including cereals, milk, and yogurt. The topic of our first SPJST Fraternal Focus Online webcast on January 24 was all about putting health and well-

tive feedback, once again, our guest presenter will be Joan Vanicek, who is the Health Promotion and Disease Prevention program manager at Central Texas Veterans Health Care System in Temple. The online programs are approximately an hour in length and include a wealth of information relating to SPJST activities as well as our regular focus topics. Photo Credits: Sunshine: everydayhealth.com Foods: womansday.com

To participate in the Tuesday, March 29 Fraternal Focus online webcast, visit spjst.org to register. The webcast begins at 7 p.m. —SPJST—

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District News

From the Desk of Delisle L. Doherty SPJST Vice President of Sales and Marketing

It’s Your Life

A Little Discipline Goes a Long Way The past two articles have been about creating habits that can make your life healthier without spending large sums of money and investing your bank account into supplements, special diets, exercise programs, etc. It was simple habits that everyone can do everyday without costing a penny. Helping others, it’s that simple. Being a disciple to others. Then it was taking control of your mind. No cost there either. Once you learn to feel good about helping people and take control of your mind, it now takes a little discipline to get you anywhere you want. As I mentioned in the last article, I am 5’7” and walked around carrying 220 pounds, but I was healthy. It didn’t matter how healthy I was, with that 40-inch waist, comfort was not going to be in the cards for me. I knew if I came this far with my health then a little discipline could go a long way. I decided to take 10 minutes at the end of every night and do one exercise, and not intense exercise. Each night it was a different exercise. One night it would be squats (believe me, it was two squats and rest, two more and rest 😊), then curls from my couch, then lunges, etc. One exercise a night and nothing more. As soon as that 10 minutes was up, I would drink a bottle of water and go straight to bed. It didn’t matter what time of night, it was the last thing I did before I went to bed. Within six months, I was down to 150

pounds with a 32-inch waist. Discipline, that’s all it took. No diet, no change in eating habits, no special pills . . . nothing but discipline. Now I do 10 minutes of simple exercise after dinner almost every night. This is done just to keep my strength up and keep me flexible. I used that discipline to lose weight without paying for a diet plan. But you can use a simple discipline method for anything in life. You can use it to relax every night and let your worries go away. You can use it just to stay flexible. You can take a walk every night. Do a puzzle. Watch your favorite show without letting anyone interrupt you. Work with your favorite charity. A little discipline can make your life healthier in mind, body, and spirit. It all starts with creating good habits. These habits will help create a sound mind and healthy body. This will allow you to become more disciplined. Discipline can go a long way. It can take you anywhere you want. “Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment.” —Jim Rohn My door is always open; figuratively and literally. Stay blessed, Delisle L. Doherty Vice President of Sales and Marketing 832-232-2049 —SPJST—

District One Annual Meeting Sunday, April 10 at Lodge 9, Snook The District One Annual Meeting will be held Sunday, April 10, 2022, at Lodge 9, Snook. Lodge 9 will host the meeting with registration starting at 12:30 p.m. Lodge 9 hall is located at 457 County Road 269W in Snook, Texas. A meal will be served from 12 to 1 p.m. The meeting will start at 1:30 p.m.

This is also the time for election of officers and the directors of the 501(c)(3) organizations. Youth members are encouraged to participate in a decorated rock contest. Contest rules can be found in the youth handbook. We hope to have a large turn out for our meeting. I hope to see you there. Fraternally, Randy Gaas District One President —SPJST—

District One Annual Meeting Agenda Sunday, April 10, 2022 • Lodge 9, Snook Hall 457 County Road 269W • Snook, Texas 12:30 p.m. - Registration 12 to 1 p.m. - Meal Served 1:30 pm. - Meeting Begins 501(c)(3) Directors’ Reports Camp Kubena.........................................................................................Sharon Russell Czech Heritage Museum.............................................................................Betty Suehs S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home and Assisted Living/Senior Living Centers.....Donnie Victorick Appoint Audit Committee ...............................................................................Randy Gaas Call Meeting to Order......................................................................................Randy Gaas Pledge of Allegiance.............................................................District One King and Queen Welcome by Lodge 9 President.......................................................................Donnie Hejl Roll Call of Officers, Lodges.........................................................................Sandra Stone Recognition of Guests......................................................................................Randy Gaas Reading of Minutes........................................................................................Sandra Stone Tribute to Departed Members (Reading of Deceased Members)..............Kyle Skrabanek Reading of 50- and 75-Year and Age 96 Members..............Randy Gaas/Kyle Skrabanek Treasurer Report ...........................................................................................Sharon Kovar District Youth Counselor Report .................................................................Hannah Kovar Governance Committee Report..........................................................................Bill Orsak Executive Committee Report.................SPJST Chief Financial Officer Leonard Mikeska State Fraternal Director Report.......................................................................Frank Horak District Director Report...........................................................................Donnie Victorick Old Business Audit Committee Report New Business Election of District Officers for 2022 and 501(c)(3) Directors Selection of Site, Time, Date of Fall Fun Day and 2023 Annual Meeting Adjournment

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District Two Annual Meeting at Lodge 24, Cyclone on May 22 The District Two Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, May 22, 2022, at Lodge 24, Cyclone, located at 411 FM 964, Cyclone. Registration begins at 1 p.m., and the meeting starts at 2 p.m. We are planning a great meeting. District officers will be elected. If anyone is interested in serving, please let us know. We are asking all youth and adults to decorate a rock for the contest. Use your imagination in decorating. I know you can come up with a great idea! Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place winners. Come on everyone . . . let’s have a bunch of you enter decorated rocks. District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky is planning a silent auction for the youth club. She is asking for

members to bring an item for this auction. Let’s help the youth raise some money for their fund. Lodge 24 is planning a great meal for the meeting which consists of chicken spaghetti, salad, drink, and fruit. All of this will only be $3! Where else can you get a great plate of food for $3! Please mark your calendar for May 22, and come on out to Lodge 24, Cyclone. Join members and friends for a great day together. Thank you and see you on then! Fraternally, Ruth Hanusch District Two Vice President/FAC —SPJST—

District Four Annual Meeting set for Saturday, April 2 in Lubbock Dear District Four Members, The District Four Annual Meeting will be hosted by Lodge 157, Lubbock. The meeting will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at the Conference Center at St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church, located at 2315 Broadway on the corner of Broadway and Avenue X in Lubbock, Texas.

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Lodge 6, Cottonwood to host Easter egg hunt, dinner The Lodge 6, Cottonwood Board of Trustees meeting was held prior to the monthly meeting. The monthly lodge meeting was called to order at 2 p.m. President Milton Peterson led the Pledge of Allegiance, and the SPJST motto was recited by Peggy Dobecka. Irene Peterson reported 13 members and one guest present. Barbara Hykel read the February meeting minutes, and Peggy Dobecka provided the treasury report. Both reports were approved by the membership present. Jeanette Beseda gave an update on fraternal activities being held in SPJST lodges all over the state. Barbara presented some correspondence from the Home Office. Milton then provided a report of the many items discussed and voted on in the trustee meeting. The trustee meeting is open to all members, and the next trustee meeting will be Saturday, May 1 at 1 p.m., prior to the regular lodge monthly meeting.

Under new business, April’s monthly meeting plans were discussed. There will be an Easter celebration, lodge meeting at 2 p.m. We will honor the 50and 75-year members who can attend. Easter egg hunt is planned for 4 p.m., followed by a fried chicken/ham dinner. The name drawn for the progressive door prize was Jeanette Vrana. The names for attendance door prizes were Jeanette Beseda, Henry Blahuta, and Patti Rosales. Next Meeting—April 3 Remember to mark your calendar for the Sunday, April 3 meeting for some Easter fun! Patti Rosales, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 6, Cottonwood invites members to April 3 Easter event Easter greetings from Lodge 6, Cottonwood! You’re invited to an Easter party on Sunday, April 3, 2022, at the lodge hall, located at 700 South Czech Hall Road in West, Texas. The April meeting begins at 2 p.m. We will honor the 50- and 75-year members. SPJST Lodge 6, Inc. annual meeting follows. After the meetings, it will be time for an Easter egg hunt for all ages. A fried chicken dinner will be served at 5 p.m. Members are asked to please bring desserts. We hope to see you there! Happy Easter from SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood! Fraternally, Barbara Jean Hykel, Secretary —SPJST—

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Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes Backroads Band for March 19 dance SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall will host a dance on Saturday, March 19, 2022, with music by Backroads Band. Star Hall is located at 10842 State Highway 53, Temple, Temple 76501. Doors open at 6 p.m. for the family friendly public dance. The dance is from 7 to 11 p.m. You can bring a bottle, but no outside beer is allowed. Cash bar will be open for setups and beer. Tickets are $10 each for ages 13 and up. Kids ages 12 and under free of charge when accompanied by an adult. Come on out to Star Hall to enjoy an evening of music and dancing! Fraternally, Amber Bartek —SPJST—

Lodge 66, Waco gives to 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive The February meeting of Lodge 66, Waco was called to order by President Douglas Galler on Monday, February 28, 2022, at 6 p.m. at St. Paul’s Church in Bellmead. All officers were present. Six members and three guests were in attendance. A moment of silence was observed for several district and state members who had recently gone to their eternal rest. Brother Ronald Neuman was the only February birthday celebrant present at the meeting. We sang “Happy Birthday” and honored him with a cake. Sister Dana McAdams read the minutes from the last meeting. They were approved as read. President Douglas Galler gave the fraternal activities coordinator’s report. He announced a new referral program where individuals can earn cash rewards for your lodge and yourself if new certificates are issued from your lead. Sister Diana Engelke gave the treasurer’s report. Brother John Engelke reported that Sister Melanie Zavodny, Vice President of Communications, was grateful that

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Members enjoy a cultural gem in San Diego submitted By donna kaspar of Lodge 29, Taylor

I’d like to share with Věstník readers a wonderful Czech connection in Southern California. My husband (a San Diego native) and I decided to settle here in his hometown after we both retired from the Navy. I was new to California and missed all the Czech heritage events, music, people, language, etc. from my younger years in Texas. I looked around San Diego for anything Czech. Eventually, when visiting the city’s beautiful Balboa Park, I stumbled across an international community of “cottages”—a consortium of about 35 mini museums representing cultures around the world. One of these cottages was called The House of Czech and Slovak Republics. I learned a bit about the organization and decided I wanted to become a member and join in their activities. Before long, I met lots of wonderful folks dedicated to preserving their Czech heritage right here in San Diego. Members are required to “host” at the cottage at least three times a year. This involves opening and closing our little museum, posting the flags, serving ethnic snacks, receiving donations, and engaging with the public for five hours on your appointed weekend days. When my mom Lillian Kaspar (Taylor, Texas) visits, we love to take our turn hosting at the Czech cottage. We greet visitors, provide information, and answer questions from the con-

Donna Kaspar welcomes visitors to the Czech Cottage in San Diego.

tinuous flow of visitors. I enjoy taking my accordion and playing some polkas and waltzes, as well as other ethnic tunes for the diverse array of visitors. I also love to see the joy on the faces of the children when I play “Mary Had a Little Lamb” or “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star,” and they marvel at the sight and sound of this rather unusual instrument. On Sunday afternoons between March and mid-November, lawn programs and other special events are held on the outdoor stage from 2 to 3 p.m. Each national group presents its own program once a year featuring the songs and dances of that nation. The San Diego Accordion Band (a subset of the larger San Diego Accordion Club) performs for Czech Heritage Day in Balboa Park in October 2021.

Back in October 2021, the San Diego Accordion Club participated in the Czech Lawn Program. I’m a member of the accordion club and helped coordinate our performance. We played Škoda Lásky, Má Roztomilá Baruška, Sirotek, Tancuj Tancuj, Pod Tým Naším Okénečkem, and Červená Sukýnka. For those interested, here’s a little more background on this beautiful green space in the heart of our city. San Diego’s Balboa Park emerged as the city prepared for the 1915 Panama Exposition. Twenty years later, the House of Pacific Relations (HPR) was founded as a not-for-profit community organization dedicated to furthering cooperation and understanding between national groups in the United States. HPR consists of more than 35 national groups, many of which have their own small cottage in Balboa Park. These cottages, furnished and staffed by organization members, offer visitors a delightful window into each country’s culture, history, and traditions. The cottages are open to the public every Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Light refreshments are prepared and served by the volunteer hosts, and donations are welcomed to defray costs. I love spending time at the cottages. Visitors are always smiling, happy, enjoying the beautiful park and the charming cottages. The cottages were closed for several months during the Covid crisis, but are now open once again and enjoyed by San Diego residents and visitors from across the states and around the world. —SPJST—

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we had helped to sponsor the upcoming car show, “Cars & Guitars,” which will be held at Camp Kubena on Saturday, April 2. Sister Diana than made a motion to give our $100 monthly donation toward the St. Paul’s Easter egg hunt fund. The motion, seconded by Sister Dana, was passed. Sister Diana then mentioned the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive. Brother Michael made a motion to give $500 to the general scholarship fund. The motion was seconded by Sister Diana and then passed. Brother John, District Three Director and chair of the Board of Directors, then gave an update of upcoming district and state events. Delegates to the last convention will meet together on Saturday, May 7 to be part of the virtual SPJST Delegates’ Advisory Council meeting. The door prize was won by Brother John Engelke, and the 100 percent pot was won by Brother Ronald Neuman. The meeting adjourned at 6:57 p.m.

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Lodge 84, Dallas plans April 3 Easter celebration Lodge 84, Dallas will join KJT, KJZT, and WFLA/Better Life on Sunday, April 3, 2022, for an Easter celebration at Sokol Dallas. Mass is at 11 a.m. A social follows at 12 noon. A fried chicken dinner and all the trimmings will then be served, and an Easter dessert bar will be available. Afterwards, all will enjoy fellowship.

I heard that the Easter Bunny is supposed to make an appearance. I also heard that there will be an Easter egg hunt. SPJST Lodge 84 youth are asked to please contact Lynda Novak by email to magiclady_46@hotmail.com or call/text to 972-948-4456 by March 27 to let her know you are coming so she can relay the message to the Easter Bunny.

E.J. Bender proudly announces the engagement of daughter Krystle Bender to Scott Peterson

Dear Readers, Just a reminder that Lodge 84, Dallas will hold its next monthly meeting on Sunday, March 20, 2022, at 2:30 p.m. at the home of Charles and Kathy Nemec. 10707 Webster Terrace, Dallas, Texas 75229. Call 214-351-4214 for directions. We will be having a svačina afterwards so please bring a dessert to share if you plan to attend. We have a lot going on so please mark your calendars! Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 88, Houston plans year of events; seeks volunteers Date Night in the Blue Room Presents: Gin & Jazz on April 16 Join us in the Blue Room on Saturday, April 16 to enjoy dinner, drinks, and live jazz. 50s or 60s attire is encouraged - a great excuse to stream an episode of Mad Men for inspiration. Onsite childcare will be available through Kids Night Out! Who: Members and dates of members When: Saturday, April 16 5:30 to 9 p.m., music starts at 6 Where: SPJST Lodge 88 - Blue Room $38 per person (includes dinner and a cocktail) Register here: bit.ly/3td3YKJ

Next Meeting—March 28 The March meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. at St. Paul’s Church in Bellmead on Monday, March 28. Brother Michael Galler will surprise us with a meal. Respectfully, Dana McAdams Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 84, Dallas to host svačina after March 20 meeting

Keep reading the Vestnik as plans come together, but mark your calendars for Sunday, April 3 to come enjoy fun, food, and fellowship! ^ Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—

Kids Night Out—April 16 While you are enjoying Date Night in the Blue Room, let your kids enjoy a night out with their friends

Krystle Bender is a fourth generation member of SPJST. Her great-grandfather Julius Gaidusek was a member of Lodge 4, Hallettsville. Krystle’s grandfather Alvin Linhart is a member of Lodge 4, Hallettsville. Her mother, the late Jeanette Linhart Bender, was a member of Lodge 4, Hallettsville and later Lodge 88, Houston. Jeanette was Assistant District Five Youth Counselor in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Krystle was an active youth club member at Lodge 88, Houston. She served in various officer positions and as a Leader-in-Training (LIT). She was District Five Queen in 2001. Krystle is currently assistant youth leader at Lodge 81, Needville. After graduating high school, Krystle attended Stephen F. Austin State University and earned her bachelor’s degree. She is currently a special education teacher with Lamar Consolidated School District. Krystle met Scott Peterson through a social group called Events and Adventures. Their second meeting was at an axe throwing event, where she scored a winner. Scott is originally from Florida and is the third born of four children. In high school, his family moved to Indiana, where he earned his Eagle Scout. He received a bachelor’s degree in economics from Indiana University-Purdue University of Indianapolis (IUPUI) in 2006. Scott is a customs broker director. In 2019, he moved to Houston to enjoy warmer weather and be near his family. —Submitted by E.J. Bender, the proud father SPJST Lodge 81, Needville —SPJST—

Saturday, April 16 5:30 to 9 p.m. $35 per child includes pizza dinner, games, and very capable babysitters to keep your night care free! Sign up soon as spots are limited! Register here: bit.ly/3i0pHz6 Special Events Committee Update Get Involved We have a great year with lots of fun events planned, and dates are set. The following members have graciously volunteered to chair these events, but we need you to help out, too. Sign up for one of these committees and get involved with Lodge 88 at this link: https://bit.ly/3KtE0Iw. The events are always fun, and it’s a great way to give back! April 10 - Easter Egg Hunt Catherine Thedinger

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April 23 - Crawfish Boil Vincent Biondillo May 1 - Day of Caring Barrett Kilian June 5 - Homecoming Janna Oswald July TBD - Adult Pool Party Reese Ochsner August 14 - Back to School Drive Megan Grohman September 24 - Family Talent Night! Katie McCafferty October 8 - Czechfest Angela Curley and Reese Ochsner October 22 - Campout Eryn Schneider December 3 - Christmas Party Christa Nichols and Rachel Ballengee

Lodge 88, Houston members spring outdoors for March meeting

Lodge 88, Houston members took advantage of the spring weather and nice, warm temperatures on Sun-

Crawfish with corn, potato and sausage Pizza Beer - Bar will be open Live Music

day, March 6, 2022, and moved the monthly meeting outdoors.

Crawfish Boil Save the Date—Saturday, April 23 If you missed last year’s inaugural crawfish boil, don’t worry . . . we’re coming back bigger and better in 2022. This event is sponsored by the Men’s Club with more details and online orders coming soon, but here’s a little teaser:

There is no doubt that the yard will be rocking, and you don’t want to miss out! Do you have any boil gear that you may be able to offer up, or are you interested in cooking or volunteering? If so, please send an email to ryandgum@gmail.com.

Day. The Lodge would be a great place to spend some time on Mother’s Day, but you probably don’t feel like participating in a meeting no matter how interesting it is . . . even when dinosaurs show up (you really should have made it to the March meeting if that doesn’t make sense)! Next time we get together, anticipate that we will motion to move the May meeting to the 1st which is nice because we can tie it into the Day of Caring. More to come . . .

Saturday, April 23 Backyard will open at 11 a.m. and close at 6 p.m. Members and Guests welcome No entry fee

May Meeting Date— Moved to May 1 We failed to bring this to the membership for a vote, but the current schedule has the May meeting on Mother’s

The Pokrok Prize is Here! If you missed this month’s meeting, you missed the grand unveiling of the Pokrok Prize which will be given to the Fraternalist of the Month going forward.

Lodge 142, Houston honors deceased members

Lodge 142, Houston honored its members who passed away in 2021 and 2022 during their monthly meeting on Sunday, February 20, 2022. Participating in the ceremony were Lodge 142 President Dennis Hermis, Fraternal Activities Coordinator Pat Schleider, Youth Leader Amanda Muzny, and youth club members Braelyn Muzny and Jaydan and Jonathan Lerner.

Life can never stay the same, No matter how we try. Our hands can never stop, The clock of life from ticking by. But love remains, unchanging In the care of sorrowing hearts For as the love of life is stilled, The love of memory starts. Today, we honor our brothers and sisters who we lost in 2021 and 2022.

Vincent Starustka • James Merten Maxine Ann Cordes • Ida Starustka Mary Ann Kieschnick Brian Wisnoski • Fredericka Nichols Roy Gene Melnar • Carol LaPaglia Dorothy Tumis • Erline Janik —Submitted by Pat Schleider, FAC —SPJST—

It is not quite finished as we need to add some nameplates and the Czech Coat of Arms, but yes, it’s the goddess of victory holding up a 3D printed kolache on an oak base. You want it, don’t you?! Go sign up for one the events above and earn it. There is no more fitting person for us to have awarded the first Pokrok Prize to than our departed friend and brother, Ashley Victorick. He served SPJST and Lodge 88 throughout his life in many capacities and truly cared about the institution and his fellow members. He will be deeply missed, but lives on in all of us. Fraternally, Aaron Rigamonti, President —SPJST—

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Lodge 107, Floresville reports on March meeting Lodge 107, Floresville met on Sunday, March 6, 2022, at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall. President Trey Bielefeld called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by youth member

Colt Pruski. A moment of silence was observed for deceased members, military members, and veterans. A special moment of silence was held for lodge sister Lucille Novak who passed away recently. Roll of officers was called, and all were present. Minutes from February were read and approved. Treasurer’s report was also read and approved. Hall

manager reported that we have two rentals for March. February birthdays were Robert Lynn on the 2nd, Oscar Korus on the 18th, and Brandon Korus on the 22nd. District Seven Youth Achievement Day (YAD) will be held on Sunday, June 12 at the Jourdanton High School Cafeteria. Registration will be online.

Next Meeting—April 10 The next meeting will be Sunday, April 10 at the lodge hall at 3 p.m. The May meeting will be at a special time/date – Saturday, May 14 at 2 p.m. at the lodge hall. Fraternally, Polly Bayer Reporter —SPJST—

Scenes from Lodge 92, Fort Worth Valentine Polka Dance Sunday, February 13, 2022 • Lodge 92, Fort Worth National Hall

On Sunday, February 13, 2022, Lodge 92, Fort Worth hosted a valentine polka dance featuring Alpen Musikanten. The Ladies Circle sponsored a cake walk during the dance. —Photos by Garland Ellsworth —Submitted by Lisa Ellsworth

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Lodge 142, Houston financially assists youth with charity project The monthly meeting of Lodge 142, Houston was Sunday, February 20, 2022, at Lodge 88, Houston. A social and lunch of fried chicken, sides, and dessert was served at 1 p.m. A prayer was offered. President Dennis Hermis called the meeting to order at 2:15 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by the members. A moment of silence was held for deceased members Erline Janik, Roy Gene Melnar, and Carol LaPaglia. A special moment was held for Lodge 88, Houston member Ashley Victorick. At this time, Fraternal Activities Coordinator Pat Schleider, Youth Leader Amanda Muzny, youth members, and President Dennis held a beautiful candle and roses memorial service for our departed members. Roll call of officers showed all present except Guide Karole Coleman, Flag Bearer Zac Coleman, and Sales Agent Connie Carter. We had 25 members and one guest, Mary E. Bird. Secretary Elizabeth Hermis read the January minutes, and they were approved by all. Financial Secretary/Treasurer Keith Kieschnick stated he will give a report at the next meeting. Fraternal Activities Coordinator Pat Schleider reported on SPJST Car Shows and domino tournaments for the upcoming year. Members signed valentines for residents in facilities. A get well card for Mary Jane Hue was signed by all members. District Five Annual Meeting will be held Sunday, May 1 at Lodge 196, Houston-West. Youth Leader Amanda Muzny reported on the youth charity project, Supply Bridge Ministries, and items needed for donations. Keith made a motion to donate $1,000 to the for this project. The motion, seconded by Natalie Lerner, was approved with all voting in favor. Sick Committee reports Mary Jane Hue is better and at home on rehab therapy, Pat Schleider had a toe injury, and Keith is dealing with some minor injuries. Wishes to all for a speedy recovery. Sales Agent Kerry Herrington spoke on some software changes for the dis-

Monday, March 14, 2022 trict. New business including plans for a celebration for 50- and 75-year members to be held at the Sunday, May 15 lodge meeting. Invitations will be going out. Keith made a motion to also invite the last two previous years of honorees to our celebration. The motion was seconded by Catherine, and all members approved it. Birthday celebrants were Jack Dowling on the 7th and Barbara Linney-Gonzales on the 25th. The meeting adjourned at 3:15 p.m. Next Meeting—March 20 The next meeting is Sunday, March 20 at 2 p.m. with a lunch and social at 1 p.m. in the dining area at Lodge 88, Houston. Fraternally, Elizabeth Hermis, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 179, Warrenton hosts April 3 appreciation svačina Greetings to our wonderful Lodge 179, Warrenton members! We hope that you are doing well! The year ahead brings new challenges and opportunities for SPJST Lodge 179, Warrenton. As our way of saying thank you for your devoted membership, you are cordially invited to attend and participate in a members and friends “Appreciation Svačina” on Sunday, April 3, 2022, at 1 p.m. at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC), located just north of La Grange on State Highway 77 at 250 West Fair Grounds Road. (Svačina means “snacks.”) Make plans to come out and enjoy what is sure to be an enjoyable presentation — and a delicious svačina! The svačina will be followed by a tour of TCHCC’s Texas Czech Village. An assortment of svačina items and recipes will be available for attendees to sample and enjoy. SPJST President/CEO Brian Vanicek will be on hand to share the story of the svačina from early days to modern times, with an emphasis on the Texas Czech svačina — especially kolaches. Although not required, attendees are welcome to bring their own specialty

O O O Presenting 2022 Officers O O O SPJST Lodge 187, Round Rock

The 2022 Lodge 187, Round Rock officers and board of trustees are, front, Trustee Greg McCarthy, Fraternal Activities Coordinator Carla Krenek, and Vice President Janie Barron. BACK: Youth Coordinator/Reporter/Financial Secretary Jennifer McCarthy, President Linda Johnson, Treasurer Rubie Volek, and Secretary Deborah Rohlack.

items to add to the sample table. Also, bring out the youngsters as there will be activities for the kids. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t been to a lodge meeting in years – or if ever. You are a valued member of SPJST and of Lodge 179, Warrenton and that’s what counts. It would be our honor to have you in attendance. And please feel free to extend this invitation to everyone in your household. Invite your friends, too. We want this to be a big party! Please RSVP by email to Lodge 179 Fraternal Activities Coordinator Marceil Malak at malaktax@gmail.com. You can also RSVP by telephone by calling Marceil at 979-966-7270 or myself at 979-249-3080. We look forward to your reply and seeing you on Sunday, April 3! On behalf of the officers of Lodge 179, Warrenton, Fraternally, Ruby Juergens, President —SPJST—

Lodge 187 Round Rock members learn about winter weather tips We welcomed District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and wife Linda and Evelyn Rossi. We discussed the upcoming District Two youth outing and encouraged the youth to attend. Director Pospisil helped in our discussion about the lodge building sign, and he will help us with the project. We discussed the ongoing landscaping improvements, and if we know someone that can help with setting lights in the trees. Carla Krenek presented a winter weather tips report and stated all the things that you should do indoors, outdoors, and even things to have in your car. It was very informative, and now I will buy extra pet food for my furry family members. We were so excited to have Director Pospisil install our officers and directors. January birthday wishes go to Tom Etheredge on the 3rd, Andrew Smith on the 10th, Dustin Johnson on the 27th, Jayden Pachicano, Scott Ledbetter, Kay Donelson, Regan Beck, Doug Nelson, Allen Johnson, Kelbie Stifflemire, Robert Leatherman, Susanne Collins, and Rodney Lange. February birthday greet-

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ings go to Alexandria Johnson on the 5th. Anniversary wishes go to Tom and Rose Etheredge. Thank you, Jesse and Linda, for bringing the door prizes. Thanks bunches to Carla Krenek for the sweethearts. We all enjoyed them. Huge thanks bunches to Troy Oman for bringing the main course of our potluck dinner. It was much appreciated! Our next gathering will be on Sunday, March 13. Blessings to all of you, Jennifer McCarthy Youth Coordinator/Reporter/ Financial Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 196 Houston-West invites all to April 9 Easter egg hunt

VĚSTNÍK Welcome back gifts were given to everyone, and a complimentary, fried chicken dinner was provided by the club. Mary Anne Martinez was crowned as the Snowman Queen after being wrapped in a white, fur-colored cape and presented with a bouquet of white, silk flowers and a golden scepter. Mary B. Shallcross was crowned as the Valentine Queen after being wrapped in a red velvet, mink-trimmed costume. She was presented with a red rose bouquet and a heart scepter. We took their happy pictures with the big snowman. Betty Carter won the raffle—a beautiful, silk, red rose heart wreath, which was made and donated by Lola Taylor.

Shirley Martin and Linda Powel were the birthday girls. Due to inclement weather, we dispensed with bingo so everyone could get some safely before the ice storm. A prayer was said for the members, their families, and friends, who are suffering with Covid and other illnesses. The meeting was great fun, and we are looking forward to our March meeting. God bless you all from the Friendship Club. Sharron Connelly —SPJST—

Lodge 202, Jourdanton honors bettie house for 75 years of SPJST membership

Lodge 196, Houston-West members are happy to once again have our Easter egg hunt this year on Saturday, April 9, 2022, from 2 to 4 p.m. Again, we will be having the egg hunt set up by age groups so that everyone has a good time hunting eggs. We will also have snacks and beverages, and a drawing for some “monster” prizes. Mark your calendars, invite your family and friends, and come enjoy a great time! ^ Don Fruin, Reporter —SPJST—

Fort Worth Friendship Club Fort Worth Friendship Club met at St. Thomas Church on Wednesday, February 2, 2022. President Lola Taylor opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. Due to Covid, we had to cancel our January meeting so we combined themes and had a snowman and valentine party. Lola furnished the lovely table decorations, and we decorated every other table with snowmen and valentines. Sharron Connelly built a big, five-foot tall snowman to greet the members, and she read about the history of St. Valentine.

On Sunday, March 6, 2022, SPJST Lodge 202, Jourdanton surprised Bettie House with a cake to celebrate her many years of contributions to the lodge, district, and state during her 75 years of membership. Several of Bettie’s family members were in attendance to celebrate with her. Pictured are, left to right, Bettie’s granddaughter Tiffany House, son Richard House, Bettie, daughter Sandra Hoggard, and spouse Lloyd House. Lodge 202, Jourdanton President James House presents the 75-year membership pin to Bettie House. Congratulations to Bettie! —Submitted by Sandra Hoggard

Czech-American TV invites readers to view programs Dear SPJST Members and Friends, We are a compatriot non-profit organization based in the USA broadcasting cultural-educational TVA shows. Czech-American TV (CATVUSA) has been educating people all over the world about the Czech Republic for free for almost 19 years. The content of our programs is focused on several categories, namely the introduction of the Czech regions, the highlighting of Czech traditions, and the presentation of Czech dishes. Our mission is to educate and inform non-Czechs about Czech culture, traditions, and folklore from Bohemia, Moravia, and Moravian-Silesia. The program is broadcast on cable TV in 60 US cities and reaches more than 2.6 million households. Thousands of visitors also watch our broadcasts on the Internet, where we reach more than 100,000 viewers worldwide on a yearly basis. Our broadcasts are available to the public for free of charge, stored in the archive of Czech-American TV web pages. Czech-American TV broadcasts solely in English, so it searches for its viewers via the Internet all over the world. Outside of the US, we also reach people interested in the Czech Republic. Canada, Australia, England, Germany, and Asia typically have the highest numbers of viewers; other than that, we reach viewers in countries all over the world. Our organization has obtained many references, from these partners: http://www.catvusa.com/partners/ You may find more information about us at http://www.catvusa.com The main objective of our activities is to spread the reputation of the Czech Republic abroad, in a completely nonprofit way. We do this with pure patriotism and enthusiasm for making the Czech Republic better known, and volunteers help us do so without any reward. The main motivation of all contributors is the selfless promotion of the Czech Republic, not personal interests. We regularly cooperate with students from Czech universities – University of West Bohemia in Pilsen, Czech Technical University in Prague, Silesian Uni-

VĚSTNÍK versity in Opava, University of Hradec Kralove, Lesni Ctvrt High School in Zlin, High School and Foreign Language School in Zlin, Art Middle School in Uherske Hradiste, High School of Arts in Ostrava, Secondary School of Gastronomy and Trade in Zlin, Palacky University in Olomouc, and more. At this time, we are still trying to raise awareness of our programs and spread the good reputation of the Czech Republic abroad, and thus extend the interest of the public about the Czech Republic and mainly promote it as a safe destination, which should also have a positive impact on tourism. In the Czech-American TV project, we promote not only the historical and cultural monuments of the Czech lands, but also the Czech lifestyle and cultural customs and traditions. Our broadcast in English is aiming at two main groups of interest Czech compatriots who want to stay in touch with their country of origin, and foreigners interested in the Czech Republic, mostly tourists. CATV is about to celebrate the 19th anniversary of its existence and has created a great audience base during these years. It has become very popular and has great reception. Viewers are so excited about CATV that they call the main office or write emails with supplementary questions about the regions shown in broadcasts, and many of them are also planning a visit to the Czech Republic. Nowadays, we are the only organization in the world that makes audiovisual programs about the entire Czech Republic in English. We are therefore a unique audiovisual TV show that can be viewed over the Internet from anywhere around the world. We write to ask whether you would be willing to help us with the promotion of the CATV internet programs, by printing the flyers linked to below and posting them in your office or public waiting rooms and by sharing information on your websites and social networks such as Facebook. If you are

Monday, March 14, 2022 being the promotion of the Czech Republic and the spreading of its name abroad. With your help and support of our broadcasts, we can do much more in this matter! Here’s a link to a page showcasing our mascot, Český Honza (or Czech Honza in English):

Happy Birthday, Karen of Lodge 202, Jourdanton!

https://catvusa.com/honza-promo/ With kind regards, Vojtěch Liška PR Manager CATV Czech-American TV teamcatvusa@gmail.com www.catvusa.com 708-813-0028 —SPJST—

The Path of Least Resistance by d.knape

interested, we may also send you other materials, such as our logo or banner and the like. In return, we would allow your banner to be posted in the “Our Partners” section of our website. We would also be grateful if you would share this letter or information about the existence of our programs with other compatriot organizations with which you are in touch. Both your and our mission are very similar in many ways, the core of them

There is a trail the grass worn down by steady use you can see it clearly as it winds into the woods there are tracks here in the dried mud of the animals who travel by night the deer the bobcats the coyotes they use the trail to get to a road which is easier for them the wildlife prefer the road it’s a clear shot for a mile or two and all they have to do is walk along it unopposed

Lodge 202, Jourdanton wishes Karen Fair a very special birthday on March 14. Congratulations, Karen! —Submitted by Bettie House, Secretary

without fighting through brush or cactus or wire it lets them get where they want to get they have it figured out like humans they take the easy way the path of least resistance. —SPJST—

Fort Worth Friendship Club shares March Meeting scenes

Pictured with Frosty are Snowman Queen Mary Anne Martinez, left, in a white, fur-trimmed cape, holding silk lilies, and Valentine Queen Mary B. Shallcross in a red-velvet, mink-trimmed cloak, holding silk roses.

RIGHT PHOTO: Left to right are Lola Taylor, Rose Ann Spann, and Lynn Cummings with Frosty in front of Sharron ConnelIy’s “Last Supper.” —Submitted by Sharon Connelly

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TABA Home & Garden SPJST Car Show

Friday, February 25 to Sunday, February 27, 2022 • Bell County Expo Center, Belton, Texas SPJST partnered with Temple Area Builders Association (TABA) to host a car show at the 2022 Home and Garden Show held Friday, February 25 to Sunday, February 27, 2022, at the Bell County Expo Center in Belton. The car show attracted 40 entries that were displayed along red carpets inside the Exposition Building. More than 3,000 people attended the three-day event on Friday evening from 6 to 9 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday from 11 to 4 p.m. Ballots were handed to spectators who were asked to vote for their three favorite vehicles. The votes were tallied, and 20 “People’s Choice” trophies were awarded on Sunday after-

noon. Photos of winners and vehicles appear below and on the following pages. Additional awards were presented for best engine, best graphics, best interior, best paint, and driver’s choice. Photos of the vehicles were posted on SPJST’s Facebook page, and a special award was presented to the vehicle with the most likes, comments, and shares. Results and additional pho-

tos from the weekend event appear on SPJST’s Facebook page. Attendees to the car show also visited an SPJST display that featured life insurance products and youth and fraternal programs. A big thanks to Graphic Designer/Communication Specialist Brooke Hoelscher, State Fraternal Director Frank Horak, Fraternal Serv-

ices Specialist Tammy Martinez, President/CEO Brian Vanicek and wife Joan, District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and wife Linda, Honorary SPJST Vice President Hiram Dixon, and David Nauert for their assistance with the event. My sincere appreciation goes to all of these volunteers! —Melanie Zavodny Vice President of Communications

Eleno Alvarado Temple 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS

Jim Ansay Temple 2021 Ford Mustang

Tom Atwood Temple 1959 Chevrolet Pickup

Carlos and Martha Ballard Belton 1956 Ford Fairline Victoia

Steve and Cindy Blythe Temple 1967 Oldsmobile Tornado

Steve and Cindy Blythe Temple 1956 Pontiac Safari

Herbert Brauchle Salado 1970 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Bill Broughton Temple 1951 Chevrolet Deluxe

Ryan Clary Temple 1964 Volkswagen Beetle

Jerry Colwell Salado 1955 Ford F-100

Gerry Dana Temple 2005 Ford Thunderbird

Roger Daniel Temple 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air

Charlie Ford Taylor 1992 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

Brook Fowler Temple 1987 Chevrolet Silverado V10

Gary D. Goodnight Belton 1932 Ford Roadster

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David Hargrove Moody 1955 Chevrolet Del Ray

Shannon Hodges Temple 1955 Oldsmobile 88

John Hughling Temple 1965 Chevrolet Corvette

John Hughling Temple 1965 Ford Mustang

Jay Jimenez Harker Heights 1967 GTO/Post Pontiac

Bill Kirkland Belton 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

BJ Ledger Temple 2003 Chevrolet Corevette

Paul McCann Temple 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

Marty Mendoza Belton 1979 Chevrolet El Camino

Johnny Millegan Temple 1956 Chevrolet Corvette

John Palamara Temple 1969 Pontiac Custom S

Glen Raabe Holland 1964 Chevrolet Impala

Claude Ramey Killeen 1959 Ford Custom

Rod Rodriguez Belton 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air

Bob and Deborah Shafer Belton 1940 Ford Sedan

Willie Snow Belton 2008 Ford Mustang Shelby GT Cobra

Rocky Snyder Temple 1999 Chevrolet Corvette

Paul Spitzer Belton 1997 Buick Riviera

James Staats Temple 2004 Ford Thunderbird

Brian Sullivan Lampasas 1967 Chevrolet Camaro

Billy Jack Turnbo Killeen 1967 Chevrolet Truck

Kenny Urubek Temple 1966 Ford Pickup

Kimberly Webster Temple 1965 Pontiac GTO

William Talley Belton 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle

Tory Webster Temple 2001 Ford Lightning

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TABA Home & Garden SPJST Car Show

Friday, February 25 to Sunday, February 27, 2022 • Bell County Expo Center, Belton, Texas

Special Awards

Best Engine Kimberly Webster Temple 1965 Pontiac GTO

Best Paint Bill Kirkland Belton 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

Best Graphics Eleno Alvarado Temple 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS

Top 5 People’s Choice

Best Interior Johnny Millegan Temple 1956 Chevrolet Corvette

Left to right, Carlos and Martha Ballard, Eleno Alvarado, Mike Carothers, Ryan Clary, and Tom Atwood.

People’s Choice Winners

Left to right are Jerry Colwell, Roger Daniel, Rod Rodriguez, Bill Kirkland, Johnny Milligan, Rocky Snyder, Marty Mendoza and son Marty Jr., Glen Raabe, Brook Fowler, and Gerry Dana. Gary D. Goodnight, and Kenny Urubek. Steve Blythe, and John Hughling.

Driver’s Choice Facebook Choice

LEFT PHOTO: “Driver’s Choice” winner Bill Kirkland. PHOTO 2: Brook Fowler was the Facebook People’s Choice winner. PHOTO 3: SPJST Car

Show trophies. RIGHT PHOTO: Frank Horak, Melanie Zavodny, and David Nauert present awards at the conclusion of the car show.

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LEFT PHOTO: Attendees admire the cars on display. PHOTO 2: Vendor James “The Hotwheel Guy” Gram offers model cars at the SPJST Car Show during the Home & Garden Show weekend. PHOTO 3: Car show

participants Billy Jack Turnbo and Claude Ramey. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 47, Seaton member Gerry Dana, center, is pictured with granddaughter Heather Conde, left, and Terri Carter.

LEFT PHOTO: President /CEO Brian Vanicek, center, and wife Joan help hand out People’s Choice ballots with Honorary Vice President Hiram Dixon. PHOTO 2: Left to right, Graphic Design/Communication Specialist Brooke Hoelscher and State Fraternal Director Frank Horak visit with James Slade-

cek of Lodge 47, Seaton. PHOTO 3: Car show participant Jerry Colwell provides musical entertainment throughout the weekend. Thank you Jerry! RIGHT PHOTO: Pictured are Vice President of Communications Melanie Zavodny, BJ Ledger, Honorary Vice President Hiram Dixon, and Butch Moore.

LEFT PHOTO: Left to right, Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez and District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and wife Linda help at the SPJST booth. PHOTO 2: The Vahalik family of Lodge 4, Hallettsville - Nicholas

and Sarah with children Asher and Charlie - stops by to say hello. PHOTO 3: Carlos and Martha Ballard and daughter Lisa Crossley. RIGHT PHOTO: From left are Gary D. Goodnight, John Hughling, and Dan Stephens.

YOU’RE INVITED TO CAMP KUBENA FOR A CAR SHOW AND MUSIC FESTIVAL!

Featured on the front page of the Monday, February 28, 2022, Temple Daily Telegram is John Hughling polishing his 1965 Chevrolet Corvette during the SPJST Car Show.

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Car Festival Music Festival and Music Show and Car Show located at

saturday april 2, 2022 10 A.m . - 4 p.m.

Cars & Guitars on Saturday, April 2 will be filled with classic cars, music, nature, food, arts/crafts vendors, kids’ activities, a disc golf tournament, and family fun at Camp Kubena! Camp Kubena is located at 2001 Waldeck Road in Ledbetter, Texas, which is about 15 miles southeast of Giddings and seven miles west of Round Top. The event opens to the public at 10 a.m. Cars . . . Car show registration begins at 8:30 a.m. The show is organized into 40 classes. Vehicles will be independently judged, and more than 80 trophies will be up for grabs. A special award will be presented to the kids’ choice entry. Other special awards include club participation, distance, best engine, best paint, best graphics, and best interior. To enter a car in the show, visit campkubena.com. . . . and Guitars! Musical guests will entertain throughout the day. Mary-Charlotte Young is an honest and genuine songwriter. —facebook.com/marycharlotteyoung Giddy Up Go is a happy little trio from Austin, Texas. —facebook.com/GiddyUpGoin Emerging singer-songwriter Anna Larson is fusing her diverse musical roots with piano-driven originality. Growing up on gospel, and through years spent as a classical pianist, Larson has followed her own path. Larson’s latest release “Cocoon,” seven original songs

Camp Kubena 2001 WALDECK RD LEDBETTER, TEXAS Camp Kubena is a retreat and camping venue located 7 miles west of Round Top

plus an accompanying short film, was made completely in isolation during 2020. Larson has appeared on NPR Music’s “All Songs Considered,” as well as placing in the 2019 Woody Guthrie Songwriting Competition. She made her solo album debut in February 2019 with “Shifting Sand” - a distinctive collection of songs rife with soul and Americana. —annalarsonmusic.com Jake Waylon would tell you he is a jack of all trades and master of none. He’s a singer, songwriter, and a guitar and mandolin picker. He could fool you into thinking he was a drummer if he spent long enough to knock the rust off. He will pick a bass with no hesitation, play some trash harp like Dylan or Young, and is no stranger to a piano. Jake engineered, mixed, and co-produced Dale & Waylon’s debut self-titled album released in May 2020. It is a collaborative effort with friend and long time songwriting partner Ryan Dale. —jakewaylon.com Vendors Wanted! Farmers market, arts/crafts, service and auto-related vendors are invited to the event. The cost is $40 for one 10’ by 10’ outdoor space. (Vendors are asked to bring their own table(s), chair(s), etc.) Set-up is Saturday, April 2 between 7 and 9 a.m. A registration form appears on page 23, or sign up online at campkubena.com. Disc Golf Tournament Sponsor a Hole Cars & Guitars will include a disc golf tournament, and holes are available for a sponsorship fee of $50. Businesses,

Prizes, 50-50 Drawing The day will also include a prize drawing and a 50-50 drawing. The drawings will be held prior to the car show awards ceremony at 3:30 p.m. Baskets and other prizes will be offered in the prize drawing.

Camp Kubena The event supports Camp Kubena. Camp Kubena provides summer camps for youth and programs for schools and other groups throughout the year. It is also a venue for community activities and programs and wildlife conservation demonstrations and education. More Information For more information, visit campkubena.com or spjst.org or call 254-2495674 or 254-534-0807. —SPJST—

Other Details Admission donations will be accepted at the gate. Food trucks will be onsite, and food and beverages will be available throughout the day.

Saturday, April 2 Camp Kubena 2001 Waldeck Road • Ledbetter, Texas 15 miles southeast of Giddings • 7 miles west of Round Top

Car Car Show Show and and Music Music Festival Festival saturday april 2, 2022 10 A.m . - 4 p.m. live music

located at

Camp Kubena 2001 WALDECK RD LEDBETTER, TEXAS Camp Kubena is a retreat and camping venue located 7 miles west of Round Top

CAR SHOW All Cars Welcome! Registration From 8:30 to 10 a.m. Awards Presentation at 3:30 p.m.

GIDDY UP GO

Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. Registration closes at 10 a.m. Judging - 10:30 a.m. • Awards - 3:30 p.m.

Many Awards and Special Awards! First and second places in 40 independently judged classes.

Club Participation • Distance • Kids’ Choice Best of Show Best Paint • Best Graphics • Best Interior • Best Engine Door Prizes • 50/50 Drawing

ANNA LARSON

SPJST Car Show

Plus Food Trucks, Vendors, Disc Golf Tournament, and More!

for more information or TO register for the car show visit campkubena.com

H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H CAR SHOW CLASSES H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M.

Pre-1948 Rat Rod Street Rod 55-57 Chevy (Tri-Five) Chevrolet Camaro (1967-1981) Chevrolet Camaro (1982-2002) Chevrolet Camaro (2010-newer) Chevrolet Chevelle Corvette C1/C2/C3 (1953-1982) Corvette C4/C5/C6 (1984-2013) Corvette C7/C8 (2014-newer) Other Chevrolet GM (not Chevrolet)

N. O. P. Q. R. S. T. U. V. W. X. Y. Z.

Ford Mustang (1964-1978) Ford Mustang (1979-2004) Ford Mustang (2005-newer) Ford Thunderbird Other Ford Classic Mopar Modern Mopar (2006-newer) Pontiac El Camino Foreign Exotic Import/Compact Jeep

AA. Chevy Truck BB. Ford Truck CC. Dodge Truck DD. 4 x 4 EE. Truck (2000-newer) FF. Open Class - Car GG. Open Class - Truck HH. Special Interest (race cars, police, etc.) II. Motorcycles JJ. Trike/Slingshot KK. Tractors LL. Under Construction MM. Unrestored (vehicles 25 years and older) NN. Youth (ages 21 and under - youth must be present)

Cars & Guitars Entry Form

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Name_________________________________________ Class______________ T-Shirt: S M L XL 2X 3X Address_____________________________________ City__________________ State______ Zip____________ Email Address ____________________________________________ Phone (_____) ______________________ Year_________ Make of Car___________________ Model___________________ Color__________________ Club Affiliation_____________________________________ Club Location_____________________________ r SPJST Member - Lodge No. ______

Extra T-Shirts: ____ @ $15 ea. Size(s): S M L XL 2X 3X

In consideration of the acceptance of the right to participate, registrants and accompanying persons, by execution of this form, release and discharge SPJST, Camp Kubena, SPJST Foundation, and affiliates including officers, directors, members, agents, representatives, and anyone else connected with management or presentation of this event of and from any and all known or unknown damages, injuries, losses, judgments, and/or claims from any causes whatsoever that may be suffered by any registrant, or his accompanying person or persons, to his/her person or property. T-shirts/goodie bags to first 75 entries. Vehicles judged on interior, exterior, engine, and wheels/tires.

Early Registration received by March 30 — $25 • After March 30 and Day of Show — $30 Show Rules Enter and pay online at www.campkubena.com. Or, mail form and payment to: Car No outside food/drinks. SPJST • c/o Cars & Guitars • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, TX 76503-0100 No weapons. Pets must be on a leash. Questions? Call David (254) 534-0809 or Melanie (254) 534-0807 No loud music or engine revving. or email melaniez@spjst.com • Visit www.campkubena.com

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CAMP CAMPKUBENA KUBENA

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2001 Waldeck Road Ledbetter, Texas 78946 2001 Waldeck Road Ledbetter, Texas 78946

2 Fire Circle 3 Sand Volleyball Pit 4 Swimming Pool

To FM 1291

5 Pavilion with Basketball Court

6 Outdoor Games

7 Welcome Lodge

14 13

7 2 3

9 Games Field

6 Waldeck Road

8 Dining Hall/Meeting Area

Disc Golf Course

1 Camp Office/Private Residence

Activity Areas

12 16

Buildings Trails

14 15

camp legend

10 Playground

11 Activity Barn 12 Maintenance Barn

4 21

13 Medical Lodge

22 5

14 Storage Barn 15 High Ropes Course

24 To Round

16 Friendship Oak Sanctuary 17 Lake Kubena 18 Campfire Area

Top Rd

19 Blob Pond 4

20 Shooting Sports Range 21 Private Residence 22 Staff Cabins 23 Cabin Circle 24 Low Ropes Course 25 Wildlife Pond

Sponsor a Hole! at the Cars & Guitars Disc Golf Tournament

Saturday April 2, 2022 Camp Kubena

Vendors Wanted! at the Cars & Guitars Car Show and Music Festival

Saturday April 2, 2022 Camp Kubena

2001 Waldeck Road • Ledbetter, Texas 15 miles southeast of Giddings and 7 miles west of Round Top

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Your business, lodge, or personal name will be advertised on professionally designed signs at the event. This sponsorship is part of the fundraiser for Camp Kubena. Sponsorships are $50 for one disc golf hole.

Seeking Farmers Market, Arts/Crafts, Service and Auto-Related Vendors $40 for one 10’ x 10’ outdoor space (bring your own tables, chairs, canopy, etc.)

Visit www.campkubena.com for event details

Set-up on Saturday, April 2 between 7 and 9 a.m. Visit www.campkubena.com for event details

Cars & Guitars Disc Golf Sponsorship Form • April 2, 2022 • Camp Kubena

Cars & Guitars Vendor Form • April 2, 2022 • Camp Kubena

Your support and sponsorship are appreciated!

Sponsor Name _______________________________________________ Phone (______)____________________

Vendor __________________________________________________ Phone (______)_______________________

Contact Name(s)_______________________________________________________________________________

Street Address_______________________________________ Email Address______________________________

City________________________________________________ State___________ Zip______________________

Information to include on sponsor sign______________________________________________________________

Booth Type/Products to be Offered ________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

Number of holes to sponsor: _____ x $50 per hole = $_______

Number of 10’ x 10’ spaces: _____ x $40 per space = $_______

r Check/Money Order Enclosed - Payable to Camp Kubena

r Credit Card __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ exp. __/__ CSC _____ billing zip code ________

Please include payment with this form. Sponsorships must be received and paid no later than March 27. Register and pay online at www.campkubena.com or mail check/money order/credit card info and form to: Camp Kubena • 2001 Waldeck Rd • Ledbetter, TX 78946 For more information or questions, contact Rob Clift at 979-249-5674 or email robc@spjst.com

All products/services must be suitable for a family audience. Vendors must be registered and paid no later than March 30. Register and pay online at www.campkubena.com or mail check/money order/credit card info and form to: Camp Kubena • 2001 Waldeck Rd • Ledbetter, TX 78946 For more information or questions, contact Rob Clift at 979-249-5674 or email robc@spjst.com

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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 Online: spjst.org/news/submitarticle-photo 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), State Fraternal Director at 800-727-7578, or visit www.spjst.org.

Lodge 47, Seaton youth: happy to get together with other lodges again I had a great time at the pizza and skating party for District Two. I’m really happy that we can finally get together with the kids from other lodges again. I missed getting to see my friends. I’m glad I went because I’m not a great skater, but by the end of the party, I was doing pretty good. Sydney Bilbrey, age 9 —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton youth ready for spring break Dear Vestnik Readers, I can’t wait for spring break! It will be so fun! We just started swim lessons at school. It is so fun! We get to go swimming during class time. On Friday, it’s my BlueBonnet breakfast. I had to read five BlueBonnet books and pass AR tests to be able to go. We will get to do crafts and eat donuts! I can’t wait! I am getting started with YAD crafts. I am hoping to do some categories for it. See you in April! Fraternally Travis Ordogne, age 10 —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena youth begins track season

Lodge 25, Ennis youth visits grandparents; attends meeting

Dear SPJST, We started track season and ran against some big schools last week. There were lots of fast kids. I did okay. We have lots to work on for our relay though. I can’t wait for the next track meet. Tanner Wood, age 17 —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena youth plays tennis Dear SPJST, I have been playing tennis for about three weeks now. I really do enjoy it. I have a pretty good partner so I’m hoping we can place in district. Hunter Wood, age 16 —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena youth enjoys science Dear SPJST, School is going okay. It’s getting harder for me. We are doing our benchmarks this week. I have to do science. I like science. Cotton Wood, age 11 —SPJST—

Dear Readers, My dad is in the Texas National Guard, and he’s been gone since September. My grandma and grandpa pick me up in Farmersville once a month so I can go to the youth club meeting. I enjoy spending time with my family in Ennis. Fraternally yours, Maison Holland, age 11 —SPJST—

Lodge 25, Ennis youth hopes to make queen dream a reality Dear Readers, I am running for SPJST District Three Queen at Youth Achievement Day (YAD) on Sunday, March 27, 2022. It has been a dream of mine to become queen since I was in kindergarten. Staring at the beautiful crowns for the queen really got my desire to become queen started. I was State Duchess with my older and younger brother being State King and Duke in 2017-2018. I can’t believe it’s my turn to get a chance to capture the crown. Fraternally yours, Madison Holland, age 14 —SPJST—

Lodge 25, Ennis youth: dirt pile playing fun “I played in the dirt piles after the meeting,” says Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club member Kalynn Ryan. “It was fun!” LEFT PHOTO: Kalynn and sister Kenley enjoy a cupcake. RIGHT PHOTO: Youth are pictured playing outdoors. Kalynn and sister Kenley conquer the top of the rock pile. —Submitted by Kalynn Ryan, age 8

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State Queen Megan Ohnheiser wins at Guadalupe show

Congratulations to 2021-2022 State Queen Megan Ohnheiser of Lodge 185, New Braunfels for receiving the reserve grand champion baked goods award at the 2022 Guadalupe County Youth Livestock and Homemakers Show. Her entry was a carrot cake with brown butter frosting and candied pecans. Megan’s placement also landed her in the premium auction where she was able to sell her cake. Megan is a member of St. James 4-H Club in Seguin and has participated in the youth show for seven years. —SPJST—

Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club prepares for District Three YAD Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club met on Sunday, March 6, 2022. We are busy getting ready for District Three Youth Achievement Day (YAD), which will be held at our lodge on Sunday, March 27. We are looking forward to hosting this

event in Ennis. Fraternally yours, Rita Holland, Youth Leader —SPJST—

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Club and adult guests recognize March birthday celebrants - Luke and April. Happy birthday! RIGHT PHOTO: 2019-2020

SPJST State Queen and Lodge 25 youth member Misty Dvorak, left, reviews royalty questions with Madison and Preston.

Lodge 202, Jourdanton youth wins first Place at powerlifting meet I received first place on Thursday, February 24, 2022, at my powerlifting meet in San Antonio, Texas. I squat 635, bench 425, and deadlift 515. I will be competing in regionals on March 11, at Bishop. Diego Valdez, age 16 —SPJST—

Lodge 187, Round Rock Youth Enjoy District Two Pizza and Skating Party Sunday, February 20, 2022 • Temple, Texas

Lodge 187, Round Rock Youth Club members enjoyed the District Two pizza and skating outing on Sunday, February 20, 2022, in Temple. LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are Mathieu McCarthy, Elijah Clark, and Hazel Smith. Elijah and Hazel are the grandchildren of Jennifer McCarthy. PHOTO 2: Mathieu McCarthy is pictured on the skating floor. PHOTO 3:

Mathieu McCarthy and Hazel Smith. PHOTO 4: Pictured are Greg McCarthy, District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky, Mathieu McCarthy, Elijah Clark, and Hazel Smith. RIGHT PHOTO: Hazel Smith and Elijah Clark enjoy the skating party. —Submitted by Jennifer McCarthy, Youth Coordinator

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Lodge 187, Round Rock youth receive valentines

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In Memoriam In Memory of Carole Faraizl

Lodge 187, Round Rock Youth Club members, left to right, Kember Meyer, Mathieu McCarthy, and Kadnce Meyer are presented valentine treats at the February 2022 meeting. —Submitted by Jennifer McCarthy, Youth Coordinator

CAMP KUBENA PRESENTS

SPRING spring BREAK break COLORADO colorado RIVER river FLOAT float TRIP trip MARCH 16-18, 2022 Open to SPJST youth in 8th to 12th grades. Book today! Only 16 spaces available. $150 per person Qualified canoe guides. All training provided.

Arrive at Camp Kubena on Wednesday, March 16 by 11 a.m. All housing, equipment, and food will be provided. Bring clothing, sleeping bag, pillow, and personal items. Trip will end on Friday, March 18 at 4 p.m.

CAMP KUBENA • 2001 WALDECK ROAD • LEDBETTER, TEXAS 979-249-5674 • ROB@CAMPKUBENA.COM

Carole Annette Faraizl, age 79 of Garland, Texas, passed away Thursday, February 17, 2022. Visitation was Sunday, February 27 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Rest Haven Funeral Home in Rowlett with a rosary at 6 p.m. Funeral service was held Monday, February 28 at 9 a.m. at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Carole Faraizl Garland. Interment followed in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Rowlett. Carole was born March 29, 1942, in Dallas to George William Nemec, Sr. and Carolyn Theresa (Mahdak) Nemec. Carole attended Holy Trinity Grade School, Ursuline Academy High School, and Draughon’s Business College in Dallas. She married Raymond Richard Faraizl, Sr., December 29, 1962, in Dallas, and they moved to Garland in 1967 where they remained on Montclair Drive until present. Beginning in the early 1960s, Carole worked in many jobs mostly in Dallas, retiring in August 2000 as legal secretary officed in Expressway Tower in Dallas. Her retirement years were spent documenting the times she shared with her husband and four children. Carol loved her family and was involved in their many activities, including traveling internationally, visiting museums, eating at her favorite restaurants, and attending many athletic events. She was a faithful member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church. She touched the lives of many people through the years, and her presence will be deeply missed. She was a longtime member of SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas. Carole is survived by her husband of 59 years, Raymond Faraizl of Garland; sons Ray Faraizl Jr. of Dallas and Adam Faraizl of Seattle, Washington; daughters Renee Oberle and husband David of Forney and Mandy Faraizl of Dallas; siblings George Nemec Jr. of Irving, Margaret Holub of Mesquite, Ed Nemec and wife Krissi of Fruitvale, and Liz

Opiela and husband Roger of Jefferson; grandchildren David Oberle and wife Brianna of Forney and Nicole Oberle of San Marcos; great-grandchild Rupert Oberle; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents; and grandparents John and Frances Mahdak and Charles and Frances Nemec. Memorials can be made to Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange; Texas Czech Genealogical Society in Temple; or to a charity of your choice in Carole’s honor. —SPJST—

In Memory of Jean Motl Geroma “Jean” Motl, age 87, of Austin, Texas, departed her loving family on Monday, February 21, 2022. She was born in Mount Ida, Arkansas, on February 17, 1935, and graduated from Mount Ida High School in 1953. Jean attended Draughon Business College in Springfield, Missouri, and graduated with a deJean Motl gree in accounting/bookkeeping in 1955. While attending business college, she attended her local Baptist church where she was baptized. She devoted her life to her husband and daughters, leaving her position as bookkeeper for Scott and White Hospital in Temple when her first child was born. She was a stay-at-home mother for many years until her daughters were grown. She then returned to work at JC Penney in Highland Mall for 22 years as manager of sales audit until her retirement. Jean was an active member of SPJST Lodge 155, Austin, serving as treasurer for many years. It meant the world to her, to honor her husband Joe’s Czech heritage by belonging to SPJST. She was a member of Shady Oaks Garden Club for more than 50 years, serving in many capacities. Jean took great pride

VĚSTNÍK in her yard, earning Yard-of-the-Month awards. She enjoyed flowers, gardening, raising cattle and making pets out of every one of them on the family farm in Liberty Hill. She was fearless when it came to handling longhorns and numerous breeds of cattle. She was an advanced seamstress, capable of creating anything, no matter how detailed. She loved quilting and made beautiful creations for all of her family to admire and enjoy. She adored her daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, taking active interest in every aspect of each of their lives with more love than we could ever have asked for. She was preceded in death by her mother Vida Vines of Austin. She is survived by the love of her life - husband Joe Motl of Austin; and daughters MaryBeth DeLeon and husband Mike of Marble Falls and JoAnn Brack and husband Alan of Pflugerville. She was “Memaw” to all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her grandchildren are Ashley Tullos and husband Kyle of Bertram, Ben Dodd of El Paso, Amy Eskew and husband Robert of Hutto, and Travis Brack and wife Hillary of San Antonio. Her greatgrandchildren are Kylie Tullos and husband Lance, Benjamin Dodd, Bethany Dodd, Nathan Tullos, Joy Eskew, Dean Eskew, and Eleanor Brack. —SPJST—

In Memory of Lucille Novak Lucille Haverlah Novak passed into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, February 26, 2022. She was 90 years, four months, and three days of age. Because she believed in our Lord and Savior, we have assurance that she is home with the Lord, and all is well with her soul. No doubt she heard the words, “Welcome! Well done, good and Lucille Novak faithful servant.” Visitation was Saturday, March 5 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Vinyard Funeral Home in Poth. Funeral service was at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 6 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Poth. Interment immediately fol-

Monday, March 14, 2022 lowed at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Floresville. Lucille was born in Lenz, Texas, to Otto and Bertha Lieke on October 23, 1931, at her maternal grandma and grandpa’s house. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Karnes City. Lucille grew up on a farm during the depression, and she learned about hard work and how to stretch a dollar from an early age. She learned to cook, bake, can, garden, sew, and embroider. She even milked cows and picked cotton. Later, she learned to crochet, and it became her favorite pastime. Many people were the recipients of her talent especially her family. She made at least one blanket or afghan for each of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Lucille graduated from Kenedy High School and attended Texas Lutheran College for one year. She married Gene Haverlah on August 3, 1950. Lucille raised her five children and worked as an office manager for Gene. Later, she became a substitute teacher and loved being with the students. On May 17, 1986, Lucille married Thomas Novak, and they were married almost 30 years. Thomas and Lucille volunteered together and could be seen at the nursing home handing out newspapers and visiting with the residents every week. They loved to take gambling trips to Louisiana and became the organizers for bus trips. Lucille enjoyed playing cards and dominoes. Many nights of entertainment were spent playing 42 or poker. She also loved to dance, especially to polka bands. Lucille was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Poth. She was the church organist for more than 30 years. She taught vacation Bible school, Sunday school, and was in the choir. She was a member of VFW and American Legion where she was an officer and served as president and soloist. She was also a member of Hermann Sons and SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville. Lucille took classes in cake decorating and enjoyed making cakes for special occasions even wedding cakes. It was a true labor of love. Lucille was in ill health for many years, but she just kept going. She trusted Jesus to carry her each day knowing that He had a perfect plan for her and that her time was in His hands. Lucille loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She de-

lighted in each new addition to the family whether by birth or marriage. She will be missed by everyone who knew her and loved her. She was preceded in death by her parents Otto and Bertha Lieke; husband Thomas Novak; daughter-in-law Cindy Haverlah; stepson Benjamin Novak; stepson-in-law Mike Jaimes; and sister and brother-in-law Betty June and Rudolph Polasek. Lucille is survived by children Vernon Charles Haverlah and wife Diana, Douglas Haverlah and wife Heidi, Katherine (Kathy) Haverlah Kolkhorst and husband Gary, David Haverlah, James Haverlah and wife Helen, Darla Novak Huffman and husband Patrick, and Martha Novak; grandchildren Jeffrey Haverlah and wife Sandra, Rebecca Haverlah Hyer and husband Josh, Michael Haverlah, Daniel Haverlah, Katie Haverlah Adkinson and husband Josh, Kevin Haverlah, Jenny Kolkhorst Sanchez and husband Tim, Chris Kolkhorst and wife Ann Marie, Mandy Kolkhorst, Megan Haverlah Anderson and husband Ryan, Sarah Haverlah, Kristy Anderson and fiancé Chane, and Ashley Anderson; great-grandchildren Christopher, Jesse, Kaitlin, Jeffrey Jr., and Jayden Haverlah, Zoe and Bria Haverlah, Makenzie and Madalyn Adkinson, Ryder, Eli, Colt, Walker, Campbell, and Palmer Sanchez, Coy and Cydney Kolkhorst, Christian, Josiah, and Jeremiah Anderson, Jacob and Elissa Segura, Kinley Serrata, Miranda and Makaylee Martinez, and Corbin Keeler; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Pallbearers for Lucille were grandsons Daniel, Jeffery, Kevin, and Michael Haverlah, Chris Kolkhorst, Tim Sanchez, Josh Adkinson, Ryan Anderson, and Josh Hyer. Memorials can be given to St. John’s Lutheran Church or the charity of choice. Online guestbook may be signed at www.vinyardfuneralhome.com. —SPJST—

In Memory of Jimmy Wolf Jimmy Alan Wolf, age 50, of Holland, Texas, passed from this life during the evening hours of Sunday, February 20, 2022, at his home. Visitation was at Hewett-Arney Funeral Home in Temple on Saturday, February 26 from 2 to 4 p.m. Jimmy was born on March 3, 1971, Jimmy Wolf to parents Curtis and Jewel Clark Wolf. He has been a resident of the Bell County area for all his life. As a kid, he loved to venture off to the creek bottom where he and his buddies would go varmint hunting. Throughout his younger years, he attended all his schoolings in Holland and later graduated from Holland High School in 1989. On June 20, 2014, he married Bryana Rauschenberg in Bell County. Jimmy enjoyed spending most of his time outdoors hunting and fishing. He has been a farmer for his entire life and loved anything agriculture. Jimmy loved his John Deere tractors, his collection of guns and knives, and making people laugh with his many practical jokes. He adored his grandbabies very much and will be deeply missed by all his family and friends. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 80, Holland. He was preceded in death by his father Curtis Wolf; and brother Ronnie Dean Wolf. Jimmy leaves behind to cherish his memory wife Bryana Wolf; daughter Makenna Cosper; son Kord Huntley and wife Reaynna; son Paeton Huntley; brother Curtis Wayne Wolf and wife Linda; brother Darrell Wolf and wife Brenda; sister Carol Wolf; sister Paula Weir and husband Darrell; sister Connie Horak and husband Frank; grandchildren Karigan, Jamon, and Kaisen Huntley; nieces and nephews Randy Wolf, Brian Wolf and wife Sara, Tiffany Rodriguez and husband Louis, Brandy Dubec and husband Brandon, Dustin Weir, Wesley Weir, Jacob Horak, and Shelby Horak; and nine great-nieces and nephews. —SPJST—

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In Memory of Bette Hurta

In Memory of Edmond Kelarek

Bette Drews Hurta, a 34-year resident of Jersey Village, Texas, passed away at the age of 79 on Thursday, February 3, 2022. Visitation was Friday, February 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Memorial Oaks Cemetery. Funeral service was Saturday, February 19 at 11 a.m. at Memorial Oaks. RefreshBette Hurta ments were provided after the burial services. Bette was born on December 3, 1942, to Bill and Lilly Jaster Drews. She was a graduate of Sam Houston High School class of 1961. One Saturday evening while out dancing at Bill Mraz Dance Hall, she met the love of her life - Jerry. They were married on December 6, 1963. As a stay-at-home mother, Bette found joy in attending her children’s little league games, serving as a den mother for Cub Scouts, and volunteering as a Bluebird leader. As her children grew into adulthood, Bette remained active in the community as a member of Advent Lutheran Church, SPJST Lodge 88, Houston and the Birthday Club Sisters, additionally working at Collier Library for 15 years. Bette cultivated a love for the Houston Astros - particularly ‘little’ Jose Altuve - and for traveling with Jerry to parks in their RV. Ultimately, Bette valued her family the most. Some of her best memories were of sitting around the table with family members playing dominos and card games. Bette was preceded in death by beloved daughter Valerie; loving husband of 45 years, Jerry; numerous brothers and sisters on Jerry’s side of the family; and brother-in-law Jim Jankowiak. She is survived by son Kirby; daughter-in-law Lori; grandchildren Cameron and Alyssa; siblings Diana (Jim) Jankowiak and Jerry (Diane) Drews; and many nieces and nephews. The family requests that memorial donations be made to any public library. —SPJST—

Edmond Jerry Kelarek, 91, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 25, 2022, surrounded by his family. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He will be greatly missed by all. Service was Tuesday, March 1 at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church in Temple. Edmond Kelarek Visitation was Monday, February 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. with the rosary beginning at 7:30 p.m. at Scanio Harper Funeral Home in Temple. Edmond was known for his love of family, especially his two granddaughters, Hannah and Sarah Kate. He loved to cook barbecue ribs. Many meals were cooked on his “pit” at the lake on his barge and in his backyard by the pool. Edmond had the most generous spirit. He always gave to others, never expecting anything in return. In retirement, Edmond and Evelyn enjoyed cruising to Alaska and the Caribbean, casinos, and watching any events Hannah and Sarah Kate were involved in. Edmond was born on December 31, 1930 in Seaton, Texas, to John and Angeline Andel Kelarek. He attended school in Seaton. He was a veteran and served in the Korean War. He was owner and operator of the Specialty Muffler Shop for 38 years. Anyone who ever visited his muffler shop knew how meticulous he was about his shop. It was so clean that you could eat off the floor. After retirement, he worked for Smetana Construction for three years. Edmond was a member of St. Luke’s Catholic Church. He was a third and fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus Council 3444. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Evelyn Smetana Kelarek; sons Kenny Kelarek and his wife Jennifer of Salado, Kevin Kelarek of Temple, and Kelly Kelarek of Temple; and granddaughters Hannah Kelarek of Deer Park and Sarah Kate Kelarek of Salado. —SPJST—

Slovanská Podporující Jednota Státu Texas

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Podpora ★ Lidskost ★ Bratrstvi´ BENEVOLENCE HUMANITY BROTHERHOOD

Uředni orgán SPJST ★ Založené roku 1897

Učme se česky Let Us Study Czech Lekce dvacet tři Lesson 23 Prídavné jméno Parts of Speech— The Adjective

The adjective qualifies, describes, or limits the noun to which it belongs. Example: dubový stůl bratrův přítel pilný student jarní den S

Adjectives may denote various relations of place. Example: zdejší mořský denní noční zimní večerní S

An adjective may be used in two ways: S

Adjectives are formed from: 1. Nouns pýcha - pride pyšný - proud hrdina - hero hrdinný - heroic

1. Attributively/closely linked with the noun it qualifies. Example: krásná zahrada zdravý člověk 2. As part of the predicate (verb). Example: ta zahrada je krásná ten člověk je zdráv

2. Verbs hráti - to play hravý - playful viděti - to see viditelný - visible pracovati - to work pracující - working

In the attributive use, the adjective has hard, long form.:

3. Other adjectives malý - maličký S

Example: městský, zlatý

Adjectives may denote origin or material.

krásn-ý krásn-á (fem.) krásn-é (neut.) or ‘soft’ ending for all three genders, such as in jarní, letní, etc. S

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Hard Ending - Singular (Declension) Masc. Fem. dobrý dobrá dobrého dobrou dobrého dobré dobrému dobré o dobrém o dobré dobrým dobrou

Soft Ending Masc. jarní jarního jarnímu o jarním jarním

Fem. jarní jarní jarní o jarní jarní

Hard Ending - Plural Masc. dobří dobrých dobrým dobré o dobrých dobrými S

Czech Cultural Calendar Tuesday through Saturday Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, 119 West French Avenue, Temple. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To arrange a private small group tour, contact the Museum by email czechheritagemuseum@gmail.com or leave a message at 254-899-2935. The Museum hosts Czech Films on the second Tuesdays of the month - at Beltonian Theatre, 219 East Central Avenue, Belton: Matinee at 3 p.m.; Night - 6 p.m. Free admission. Donations accepted online or through a donation box at the concession window. Imported Czech beer, wine available. Every First and Third Tuesday Evenings Tarok Parties—at Czech Heritage Museum, Temple, 119 West French. All ages and anyone interested are welcome. No admission or fee. Jimmie and Carolyn Coufal are award-winning tournament champions who not only teach beginners, but also help experienced players increase their skill. For information, call CHMGC 254-899-2935; find them on Facebook; or on the web at https://czechheritagemuseum.org. Monday through Saturday Czech Center Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto Street in Houston, Texas 77004-5719, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit revamped exhibits. Experience the culture, art, music, and stories of many Czechs, Slovaks, and people of all cultures who left their country to seek liberty and democracy in America. For information, call 713-528-2060; or visit czechcenter.org. March 15 Deadline for Miss Texas Czech-Slovak Pageant: The future queen will be crowned at the 20th Annual Pageant and Spring Meeting of CHS of Texas in April. The 2022 CHS Miss Texas Czech-

Slovak Queen will advance to compete for cash, prizes, and a trip to Czech or Slovak Republics at the Miss CzechSlovak US Pageant in Wilber, Nebraska, in August. For information/requirements, please contact CHS Texas Pageant Director Kathy Podsednik at kathypods@gmail.com or Jana Vaculik Riley at janamriley@gmail.com. Pageant is organized and sponsored by the Czech Heritage of Society of Texas. March 20 Application Deadline for BVCHS Novak - Zaeske Memorial Scholarship and BVCHS Matush Czech Heritage Scholarship. Brazos Valley Czech Heritage Society (BVCHS) is offering both scholarships in 2022. Completed application/s must be mailed/postmarked by March 20, 2022. Mail to Brazos Valley Czech Heritage Society Scholarship Committee, PO Box 3383, Bryan, Texas 77805. Submitted by, Cheryl Wenck, BVCHS Scholarship Chair. April 1 Application Deadline for Taylor Czech Chorus Scholarship. Submit a completed application and all necessary documentation on or before Friday April 1, 2022. Late applications will not be considered. Applications available at local high school offices, can be downloaded from The Taylor Czech Chorus Facebook page, or by contacting Betty Zimmerhanzel 512-352-6823. Submitted by Monica Stojanik, Lodge 20, Granger. April 2 Texas Czech Genealogical Society (TCGS) hosts “Launching to New Horizons in 2022 and Beyond” —at Caldwell Civic Center, 103 Presidential Corridor (Highway 21) in Caldwell, Texas. (This January event was rescheduled for April due to covid concerns). Watch for details. —SPJST—

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Example: velký voják - velcí vojáci dráhý přítel - drazí přátelé tichý hoch - tiší hoši dobrý doktor - dobří doktoři český dělník - čeští dělnici krásný pes - krásní psi mladý had - mladí hadi ženatý student - ženatí studenti anglický námořník - angličtí námořníci S

Many adjectives possess only the long (attributive) form which must therefore be used in the predicate as well: slavný voják on je slavný krásné dítě - to dítě je krásné S

The stem-vowel is lengthened in the predicate form. This short form is seldom used in colloquial speech.: zdravý - zdráv slabý - sláb mladý - mlád S

The most widely used short adjectives are zdráv, nemocen, hotov, spokojen, jist, znám, laskav, schopen. They are used to complement/aid certain verbs. Example: byl vesel, smuten, spokojen, šťasten; cítil se zdráv; zůstal svoboden.

The letters k, h, ch, d, t, n, and r are softened before - í in the noun. pl. masculine.

Possessive adjectives are derived from personal nouns otcův, matčin. The suffix -ův is used for adjectives derived from masculine nouns. Jan - Janův Karel - Karlův otec - otcův S

The suffix -in serves for feminine nouns: matka - matčin sestra - sestřin Jitka - Jitčin S

Adjectives Used as Nouns 1. masc: vrátný, pracující, cestující, krejčí, průvodčí 2. fem.: dovolená, kopaná, podívaná

Texas Czech Genealogical Society Website: txczgs.org Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs.” For membership: Marie Dulak 979-324-7871

3. neut.: vstupné, jízdné, školné —SPJST—

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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Post your lodge’s upcoming SPJST fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is Wednesday at 12 noon, unless otherwise posted. Send updates directly to: VĚSTNÍK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX to: 254-773-8087. Email to: vestnik@spjst.org. Advertising rates are $2 per column inch for lodge ads; $4 per column inch for nonprofit 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 even-numbered months - February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 190/Hwy 36, Buckholts (historic hexagon-shaped building with a stone entrance.) Directions: Hall is located on hHwy 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 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Sunday, April 10—District Six Annual Meeting at Taiton Community Center Sunday, June 5—Lodge meeting Sunday, August 14—Lodge meeting Sunday, November 13—Lodge meeting Sunday, December 11—Christmas Party and Recognition of 50- and 75-Year Members at Vsetin Educational Building

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: 979272-3440. 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 Meetings: Held every other month at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville. For information/updates, call 361-7983347. LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Saturday, April 2—Wedding Sunday, April 3—Meeting, 2 p.m.; SPJST 6 Inc Meeting, Easter party Sunday, April 17—Marek Easter party Saturday, April 23—Knapek reunion Saturday, April 30—50th wedding anniversary Sunday, May 1—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m. Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Directions: From Interstate 35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light and stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take Farm Road 2114 East for 3 miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road. Lodge hall is on the right about 1/2 mile down the road. Hall Rental Information: Peggy Dobecka 254-717-0383 or Jeanette Beseda 254-717-7840. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, contact Youth Leader Peggy Dobecka 254-7170383; or dataped@sbcglobal.net. LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Update - Meeting time change: Beginning February 2022, lodge meetings will start at 12 p.m. Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of February, May, August, and November at 12 p.m. at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant, Schulenburg. LODGE 9, SNOOK (1) Lodge Hall: 457 CR 269, Snook. Directions: From Snook, turn on FM 2155 to downtown. At Snook School, stay right on Spur 2155. At “T”, turn right on CR 269. Go 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: 979-272-3732. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Youth Leader Loree Lewis 979-220-4733.

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 18, ELGIN (2) Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a nonsmoking facility. Polka and Country band bookings: FL Meyer 512-940-7970. Hall phone: 512-285-3100. Dances: 3 to 7 p.m.; cover $10 per person - unless otherwise noted. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/elginSPJSTlodge18 and on Twitter - @SPJSTelgin18 . 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 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Located 12 miles south of Schulenburg, in Moravia. Directions: From Hwy 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West for 4 miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North; go 1 mile. Hall is on the right. Lodge Meetings: Tuesday after the second Sunday in March, June, and September, 7:30 p.m.; and the first Sunday of December, 3 p.m. at the hall. LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, 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 29, TAYLOR (2) Friday, March 18—Second Hand Rose Friday, March 25—The Other Band Friday, April 1—The Other Band Friday, April 8—Texas Neon Ramblers Friday, April 15—Second Hand Rose Friday, April 22—Dry Country Friday, April 29—Pure Country Regular business hours: Hall is open Wednesday through Sunday, 3 to 10 p.m. All Friday dances: 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. with free admission. Hamburgers served each Friday beginning at 6 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. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. 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 979-5437120. 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) Saturday, March 19—Gordon Collier Band Saturday, March 26—Joe Parker Band Saturday, April 9—Nolan Pick Band Saturday, April 23—Dustin Terrel Band Saturday, April 30—Gordon Collier Band Saturday, May 7—Prom for Homeschool Saturday, May 14—Justin Hewitt Band Saturday, May 21—Wedding Saturday, May 28—Re-Wind Party Band 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 979-2183527; or FAC Ronnie Roesler 979-406-0158.

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 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 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.

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 361-5525170 or email danmarysitka@yahoo.com.

LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Saturday, March 19—Dance: Backroads Band, 7 to 11 p.m. Admission: $10, kids 12 and under, free of charge 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: 254985-2548. 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) 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 Bookings/Rentals: Call Kim Ogden 512-739-9324 or email SPJST48@gmail.com. Lodge meetings: Second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at the hall. Youth club meetings: Held prior to the adult meeting at 5:15 p.m. Call Youth Leader Michelle Newsom 512-913-0226 for information. A notification will be sent to members if meeting times need to be changed. LODGE 49, ROWENA (4) Lodge Hall: 706 FM 2133, Rowena. Hall Rental Information: 325-442-4841 - Beverly Teplicek. 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 325-6560029. 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) Lodge Meetings: 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. LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Lodge Meetings: Held bi-monthly on the second Tuesday of the months of January, March, May, July, September, and November at “The Hall” (formerly SPJST Lodge 80 Hall), located south of Holland at 12141 East FM 2268. Go 1/2 mile to hall which is on the right. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. Bingo Permit No. 12371416574. Watch the Věstník for changes in dates or times for special occasions. For information, call 254-760-6427. 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/Rentals: Marion Morales 281-650-4466. 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 Kristen Jones 936-5563248 or Assistant Youth Leader Krystle Bender 832-7921194.

VĚSTNÍK 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 254-773-2363. 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 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: Second Sunday, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Zoom Meetings: Held second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. To join, please email spjstyouthlodge88@yahoo.com for link. For information, contact 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 817-6241361. 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) Update: Quarterly meetings for 2022 will be held on the following dates, unless otherwise noted: Monday, March 14; Monday, June 13; Monday, September 12 at 5:30 p.m. at the Grapevine Restaurant. Lodge Meetings: Held on Mondays on the following dates: March 14; June 13; and September 12 at 5:30 p.m. at the Grapevine Restaurant. 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 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date, time, and location, contact President/Sales Agent John Vrla 214906-3385 or email jvrla@cebridge.net. LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings are held in March, July, October, and December at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio. For information, contact President Jarolyn Popp 830-964-5135.

Monday, March 14, 2022 LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 2622 East Hwy 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay Hwy 287 on until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and under the overpass at IH-45. Then go approximately 1 3/4 miles on Hwy 34. Sokol Hall is on the left. LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: 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 979-922-1553. 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 713-5605377. 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 979-618-1890. 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 817-731-2580. 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 325234-5879. 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 713-303-1471.

LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday in February, April, June, August, October, 6:30 p.m. at Texas Seafood and Steakhouse, 2209 South Market Street, Brenham. (December meeting/social information will be announced at a later date.) Lodge Information: Call Stephen Bliznak 979-251-4150; or Lenora Bliznak 979-277-8845. LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Sale of hall is pending. Stay tuned for meeting information. 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 254749-5732. 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: 682-8003485. 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 361-7723876 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 979-7778215. LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy 36, Caldwell. Directions: Hall is just off Hwy 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: 979-567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Call Youth Leader Yolanda Brinkman for information 979-5670637. 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) Quarterly business meetings are held in March, June, and September, and a social meeting in December. Location and dates will be announced in the Věstník. Contact President Henry Mayo for information 979-777-1426. 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. Lodge/Hall Information: George Scogin 936-875-2867. Lodge Meetings: Due to Covid-19, meetings are now held quarterly. LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Lodge Hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Directions: Off Hwy 290 West at Skinner. Hall Phone: 281373-9482; email spjstlodge196@gmail.com. Lodge Meetings: 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 713-5152835. 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 Secretary Michael D. Hosch 254-913-0273. 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 830281-8246. 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 940855-0882. 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 David Nauert 254-534-0809. 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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