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SPJST Lodge Section

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SPJST Vestnik 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

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi to celebrate Czech Heritage Month at October 16 meeting

On September 18, 2022, SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi held its monthly meeting. Members enjoyed ribs and sides for the meal. President Mark Rebecek called the meeting to order at 2:15 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were 22 members and guests. All officers were present. On the sick list was Pam Majek, wife of member Ron Majek, who is recovering from surgery. We wish her a speedy recovery.

Secretary Virginia Rebecek read the August minutes, and they were approved. Treasurer Larry Elzner gave the financial report for August, and it was approved.

Under communications, Secretary Virginia Rebecek read a thank you note from Vice President of Communication Melanie Zavodny for our donation to the SPJST Foundation. Also a letter was received from District Seven Secretary Wendy Pruski about the District Seven Fall Meeting to be held in New Braunfels. President Rebecek read a letter from District Seven Director Regina House about upcoming events.

Vice President/FAC Jerry Sijansky asked all to keep turning in their hours.

Youth Leader Marcia Rew gave her report. She had seven members and guests in attendance. The youth had a fun day and played dodge ball. Birthday for September was Larry Elzner on the 2nd. Happy birthday, Larry!

Winners of the door prizes were Jill Sijansky and Marcia Rew. Congratulations!

Judy Majek made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Lela Mae Hayek. The meeting was adjourned at 2:45 p.m.

Next Meeting—October 16 Our next meeting will be Sunday, October 16, celebrating Czech Heritage Month. Marcia Rew will make pork roast, and members are asked to bring a side dish. Fraternally, Virginia Rebecek, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 80, Holland holiday festivity November 8

Lodge 80, Holland will meet on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. for its annual meeting. The meeting will be held at The Hall, located at 12141 East FM 2268 in Holland. Agenda will include regular business items and reports, followed by election and installation of 2023-2024 officers. A meal will be served, plus there will be door prizes. This is our holiday festivity for the season.

Please RSVP to 254-760-6427 or email rita@hot.rr.com. We look forward to visiting with everyone at this special occasion. Rita Spinn, President —SPJST—

45 YEARS Happy retirement, Ruth hanusch! 45 YEARS

On Wednesday, September 7, 2022, Ruth Hanusch was honored for 45 years of dedicated service to SPJST. The Fraternal/Communication Department hosted a noon luncheon for Ruth. Home Office Staff attended as well as her husband, Lee and invited guests. Ruth and staff shared recollections/memories of her long career. Everyone wished Ruth a long, relaxing, happy retirement.

Joining Ruth for the luncheon, husband Lee Hanusch.

Lodge 81, Needville members appreciate lunch provided by youth club

The September 2022 meeting of SPJST Lodge 81, Needville was held on Sunday, the 25th. At 12 noon, a prayer of thanks was given by President Vincent Newman, and everyone enjoyed a meal of chicken spaghetti, green beans, garlic bread, and desserts provided by the youth leaders and the youth. Thank you! Everything was delicious.

President Vincent Newman called the business meeting to order at 1 p.m. New youth members Zoey Jones and Nathan Hargraves led us in the Pledge of Allegiance. All officers answered the roll call except Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha and Special Funds Chair Marion Morales. Added to our sick list was Willie Mae Kuykendall.

Secretary Willie Mae Kuykendall read her July report, and it was approved as read. Bradley Stavinoha and Marion Morales will read their reports at the October meeting.

Under old business, Jeanette Newman read a thank you card from Bryce Nesvadba for his scholarship.

Under new business, the youth are planning to decorate the windows at the S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Center on October 9. The youth put on a great performance for us that they did at State Youth Achievement Day. We had singers, dancers, a comic, and a skit about “The Giving Tree.” The youth did a terrific job!

Door prize winners were Vincent Newman, Shirley Meyers, Pam LaBay, and Krystle Bender. Congratulations to our lucky winners!

Next Meeting—October 16

The next meeting will be Sunday, October 16. It was decided to have potluck. See you at the next meeting! Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 88, Houston: Lodge-tober fest all month long

It took me a while to realize this, but you all are basically going to want to live at the Lodge for the entire month of October!

Saturday, October 15 - Adult Swim/Costume Party open to all members

Saturday, October 29 - Creepy Camp Out Every Friday - Czech Beer Garden Every Thursday - Bingo

Adult Swim/Costume Party— October 15

An evening adult-only swim from 6 to 10 p.m. Add in that it’s a costume party, and it creates some interesting conflicts and opportunities for creativity. This event is open to all members, but . . . no RSVP, no swim!

Creepy Camp Out—October 29

If you have not done this before, it’s pretty awesome. Imagine all the fun of camping without the long drive or lack of access to a well-equipped bar/bathroom. More details to come, but its pretty much a come-as-you-are affair.

Lodge 1, Fayetteville members enjoy beautiful fall weather

Lodge 1, Fayetteville members enjoy the fall weather outside while holding their regular scheduled meeting. Members discussed the continued restoration plans for the lodge as well as plans for the upcoming turkey and dressing drive-through meal in November. Lodge 1 says, “Come Czech us out!” Astros Playoff Games at the Lodge

Stay tuned for updates on what evenings we will be showing Astros games at the Lodge because, yep, it’s October!

Thanks to all of our great volunteers for making all of this happen! Fraternally, Aaron Rigamonti, President —SPJST—

Lodge 142, Houston welcomes new members

Dear Readers,

SPJST Lodge 142, Houston met on Sunday, September 18, 2022, for our monthly meeting at Lodge 88, Houston. A social and lunch of fried chicken and sides was served at 1 p.m. Prayer was given by Dennis Hermis.

Meeting was called to order by President Dennis Hermis at 2 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Flag Bearer Zac Coleman. A moment of silence was held for departed member Holland Dunn.

Roll of officers showed all present except Youth Leader Amanda Muzny and Assistant Youth Leader Kyle Herrington and Sales Agents Connie Carter and Holly Fraly. Present were 27 members and two guests.

District Five Director Bradley Stavinoha spoke on Czechfest on Saturday, October 8 at Lodge 88, Houston and on the SPJST 125th anniversary on Saturday, October 15 at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange.

Secretary Elizabeth Hermis read the August minutes, and they were approved as read.

Sales agent Kerry Herrington spoke on the great success our lodge is having regarding several first place categories. We are doing very well. The lodge will purchase tickets for the 125th anniversary raffle.

Barbara Linney-Gonzalez suggested for members to bring a toy each month to give as our donation to Toys for Tots.

Fraternal Activities Coordinator Pat Schleider reported on District Five family day on Saturday, October 15 in conjunction with SPJST’s 125th year anniversary in La Grange. All grandparents were recognized for Grandparents Day.

Sick Committee - It was great to have Ms. Jean Herrington attending after her recent shoulder surgery. Pat Schleider was also at our meeting after her wrist injury. Mary Wunderlich reported to be doing better, too.

New members are Howard Rodriguez, Deborah Kay Swift, and Robert Gilmore (Sales Agent Margaret NorrisGuerrero) and Sharla Pavle and Lance Aviles (Sale Agent Kerry Herrington). Transfers from Lodge 88 to Lodge 142 are Elizabeth Alcala and Carla Washington. A motion and seconds to approve the new members was by Karole Coleman, J.R. Coleman, and Keith Kieschnick. All approved to accept them.

New business members selected for rules and regulations and renumeration committees are Kerry Herrington, J.R. Coleman, Barbara Linney-Gonzales, Dennis Hermis, and Keith Kieschnick. They will be meeting later in the month.

Happy Birthday, Mr. Emil Kutra!

Birthday celebrant Mr. Emil Kutra was 100 years young on September 15. A call was made to him during our meeting as all members wished him a very happy birthday!

Happy 48th anniversary to Dennis and Elizabeth Hermis on September 21.

The meeting adjourned at 2:45 p.m. with our next meeting to be held on Sunday, October 16 with lunch at 1 p.m. in the dining area at Lodge 88, Houston

As a reminder, meetings dates for the remainder of the year are:Lodge 15, Buckholts member Evelyn Orsag Achieves Grand Age of 96

SPJST congratulates Sister Evelyn Orsag, who celebrated her 96th birthday October 7, 1926. Sister Orsag is now entitled to all SPJST benefits with no further dues or assessments. Evelyn was born in Buckholts, Texas, on October 7, 1926, to Libby and Charlie Hundle. Her siblings include Irene Wasserman, Dorothy Ezzell, and Charles Hundle. She married Arnold Orsag on May 9, 1944, in Cameron. Arnold passed away in 2002. The couple was blessed with children Deanne Ungar (Richard) and Wanda Laguaite (Daniel). Arnold was in the United States Army for 32 years. Evelyn was busy making a home wherever they went - traveling to Germany twice and France once. Evelyn recalls family get-togethers and family reunions, which were quite large in the past; and growing up on the farm with all the work that entailed - except picking cotton! She’d rather have gone back to the house to cook for the family. Evelyn is an accomplished seamstress and misses being able to do that. She has always loved cooking, canning vegetables from her garden, and working in her large yard when she still lived in

Louisiana. Nowadays, Evelyn loves keeping up with her friends and family while living in Nolanville. Again, we congratulate Sister Orsag for attaining the grand age of 96. May God bless Evelyn with many more years to share with her loved ones.

—SPJST—

More Scenes from Lodge 6, Cottonwood’s July Picnic

Sunday, October 16

Sunday, November 20

Sunday, December 11 Note: Second Sunday of December Annual Meeting Election of Officers Recognition of 50- and 75-year members from 2020, 2021, and 2022.

Fraternally, Elizabeth Hermis, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 179, Warrenton meets October 13

Lodge 179, Warrenton met on Thursday July 14, 2022, at JW’s Steakhouse in Carmine. President Ruby Renck called the meeting to order. Three members were present—Ruby Renck, Marceil Malak, and Ricky Weyand. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited followed by prayer. Secretary/Treasurer Ricky Weyand gave his reports. They were accepted as read.

Next Meeting—October 13

Our meetings are now quarterly so the next meeting is Thursday, October 13 at 11 a.m. at JW’s Steakhouse in Carmine. All members are invited and encouraged to attend. Ricky Weyand, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 185, New Braunfels invites all members to District Seven fun day

Hill Country Lodge 185, New Braunfels invites District Seven members and guests to join us on Sunday, October 23, 2022, for an afternoon of fun. Lodge 185 will be combining our annual Halloween carnival with the District Seven fun day.

Activities will be held at the VFW Hall, 600 Peace Avenue in New Braunfels. Registration will be from 2 to 2:30 p.m. Activities for the youth include trunk-or-treat, Christmas ornament

contest, costume contest, and games. For the not-so-young, we will have a domino tournament, costume contest, best decorated trunk, cookie contest, ornament contest, and needlework contest. Other activities include lots of door prizes, silent auction, split-the-pot, prize drawing, along with few other surprise activities. Activities will conclude at 5 p.m. when a svacina will be provided by Lodge 185 and the announcement of all contest winners.

We look forward to seeing a large turnout. For more information, contact me at 830-832-3664 or theresa.haag686@gmail.com. Fraternally, Theresa Haag, Secretary/ Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—

Happy 1st Birthday, Hudson Poldrack!

Hudson Beck Poldrack celebrated his first birthday with family at Lodge 48, Beyersville Hall. Hudson’s family includes Laura and David Poldrack and big sister Tatiana. His grandparents are Douglas and Rebecca Urbanek and Johnny Ray and Irma Poldrack. ~ Michelle Newsom, Reporter

SPJST Staff treated with snow cones

The SPJST Home Office Staff and Executive Committee enjoyed a visit from the Kona Ice truck on Thursday, September 29, 2022, at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. Thanks to AQS Asset Management, LLC and Larry White for sending the Kona Ice truck our way and for the delicious treats.

2022 Safe Cycling Scholarship

The personal injury attorneys at Felix Gonzalez Law Firm have dedicated their practice to protecting those who have been injured due to the negligence of others. We care about everyone’s safety, especially cyclists on the road. This year, we are offering a scholarship to promote safe cycling.

Cyclists are faced with many distractions and dangers on the road. It is important for citizens to take precautions while on the roads, not only for themselves but for others around them. For example, in San Antonio, the city is considering extra precautions to ensure safe conditions by expanding bike lanes. For this scholarship, please explain how governmental measures, like bike lanes, can help prevent accidents in your community. Discuss old and new laws, education around the dangers of cycling in an unsafe space, and if you think more could be done to ensure the safety of cyclists.

Once all submissions have been received, the entries will be reviewed, and one student will be selected to receive a $1,000 award. The award will be given to the person who best describes the effect of safe cycling in their community and/or changes that are being implemented.

Eligibility

The scholarship is open to any current high school senior, college student, or graduate student residing in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia and

Lodge 38, Kovar member celebrates 20th birthday

LEFT PHOTO: Matt Holder, left, is wished a happy birthday by his uncle Allen Lastovica. Both are members of Lodge 38, Kovar. RIGHT PHOTO: Matt Holder, center, celebrates his birthday with family, left to right, sister Elizabeth, Grany Dorothy Lastovica, mom Sheri Holder, and brother Ethan. All are members of Lodge 38, Kovar. Happy birthday, Matt! ~ Dorothy Lastovica, Reporter —SPJST—

It’s a surprise :

CARD SHOWER for Lodge 24, Cyclone member

Viola Doskocil

SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone member Viola Doskocil will celebrate her 95th birthday on November 4, 2022. Her family wants to help make Viola’s special day even more memorable. Please shower Viola with birthday greetings to help her celebrate this grand occasion. Greetings can be sent to:

Viola’s Greetings 1650 Farmers Road Burlington, Texas 76519 Thank you all and God bless.

The places we go . . . the members we see!

Lodge 47, Seaton member Lynette Talasek, left, was surprised to run into Jerry and Helen Haisler, also members of Lodge 47, Seaton, at the Branson Belle Showboat recently!

enrolled for the 2022 school year.

Candidates for this scholarship should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Application Process

The candidate must submit a 700 to 1,000 word essay response to the prompt: Discuss old and new laws, and education around the dangers of cycling, and if you think more could be done to ensure the safety of cyclists.

The candidate must submit a professional resumé that is up to date with contact information.

The candidate must submit a transcript from their current school that states an accumulative GPA.

The recipient of the Safe Cycling Scholarship will be chosen during the month following the scholarship deadline.

Application Deadline and Instructions

To be eligible for this scholarship, candidates must email their full application (including the essay, resumé, and transcript) to contact@felixgonzalezlaw.com by November 30, 2022. Any applications sent after this date will not be considered.

Scholarship applications should be sent with the subject line, “Felix Gonzalez Law Firm – 2022 Safe Cycling Scholarship Application.” —SPJST—

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi celebrates members at September meeting

LEFT PHOTO: The winners of the door prizes at the September 18, 2022, meeting of Lodge 79, Corpus Christi were Jill Sijansky and Marcia Rew. Congratulations! RIGHT PHOTO: Happy birthday to Larry Elzner! He celebrated his special day on September 2.

Lodge 88, Houston member Beatrice Lejsal Achieves Grand Age of 96

SPJST congratulates Sister Beatrice Lejsal, who will celebrate her 96th birthday on October 11, 2022. Sister Lejsal will now be entitled to all SPJST benefits with no further dues or assessments. Beatrice was born in Midfield on October 11, 1926. She had two siblings - Edgar C. Beyer, Sr. and Dorothy Beyer Cartwright, both deceased. She married John Lejsal on June 26, 1944, in Blessing. John passed away in 2001. The couple was blessed with children Charline O’Donnell (David), Shirley Hunter (William), and John Lejsal, Jr. (Gwen). Again, we congratulate Sister Lejsal for attaining the grand age of 96. May God bless her with many more years to share with her loved ones. —SPJST—

★ ★ Reunions ★ ★

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

Michulka Family

Come join us for the 43rd Miculka/Michulka reunion! Descendants of Josef Michulka will hold their family reunion at Riverside Hall in East Bernard on Saturday, October 22, 2022. Gathering time is 11 a.m.; meal at 12 noon. To help cover the cost of the meal, adults $3, children $2. Meeting, auction, fun, and games will follow.

With a family this size, it’s easy to miss someone. Please help us by contacting your family members to verify they did receive an invite, please email me - bunalibrary@yahoo.com - a list of

Lodge 38, Kovar member celebrates 11th birthday

LEFT PHOTO: Ethan Holder, seated center, celebrated his 11th birthday Labor Day weekend with family seated, uncle Allen Lastovica, and mom Sheri; and in back, Grany Dorothy Lastovica, brother Matt, and sister Elizabeth. All are members of Lodge 38, Kovar. RIGHT PHOTO: Ethan Holder, of Lodge 38, Kovar, celebrates his birthday with his great-aunt Rose Lastovica; they share the same birth date. Happy birthday, Ethan! ~ Dorothy Lastovica, Reporter —SPJST—

your family's address or/and email address. Also we would appreciate any documents, pictures and any other heritage information you have to share.

The meal will be careered this year, but we ask that you bring a dessert to share. Utensils, tea and coffee will be provided. Alcohol is BYOB. Items are needed for the live auction (would like to limit to around 25) and prize drawing (limit to around 25), such as homemade and canned items. Items are also needed for the kid's area, and we will have a country store set up.

Please contact any of the following for questions: President Stanley Michulka 979-335-4081; Vice President Lena White 409-937-5560; Treasurer Joey Pitman 281-236-7652; Secretary Loraine Chumchal 979-533-1282. Submitted by, Helen Kelner Lodge 28, East Bernard —SPJST—

Flower Arrangement Differences for Men and Women

Masculine flowers are a thing! by Sabrina N. Young, CFSP SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Member and Owner of Young’s Daughters Funeral Home and Bereavement Center

When it comes to offering up flowers after a person has passed, there are subtle differences between a man’s funeral arrangement and a woman’s funeral arrangement. Though flowers have a traditionally feminine association, in reality, floral arrangements are a beautiful way to express sympathy regardless of whether the deceased was a man or a woman. They can add warmth and light to a space, and are a visual reminder that family members and friends are there to provide support.

Choosing an arrangement for a man

When you are trying to select a floral arrangement to honor the life of a man who has passed away, you have options that contain a more masculine motif in both the type and color of flowers that are featured in the display. A viable option for a funeral flower arrangement for a male features a simple standing spray with just a few color variations, including red or white. A simple yet elegant display is the perfect choice to honor the life of the man.

Common types of flowers that are used in an arrangement for a male’s funeral include red, orange, white, blue, or yellow roses. Some people also choose to incorporate chrysanthemums, as they typically symbolize grief and come in masculine colors. Carnations are also a solid choice for a man’s funeral arrangement, though be sure not to use yellow ones, as they typically signify disappointment.

Choosing an arrangement for a woman

In order to express your sympathies over the death of someone’s mother, wife, or daughter, consider selecting a floral arrangement that comes in pastel or more feminine shades. An arrangement

Lodge 230, Midland supports midland college girls softball team

Lodge 230, Midland Secretary/Treasurer Jessie Ray Montez is pictured presenting a $500 check from the lodge to the Midland College Girls Softball Team.

spjst members participate in 2022 westfest

Saturday, September 2 and Sunday, September 3, 2022 • West, Texas

SPJST members enjoyed Westfest in West, Texas, on September 2 and 3, 2022. Thanks to President/CEO Brian and Mrs. Joan Vanicek for hosting the SPJST booth throughout the weekend. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Dr. Walter Mellgren, Jr. of West, center, graciously accepts his 28-inch griddle which was awarded during the SPJST drawing at the 2022 Westfest celebration. Making the presentation are SPJST Vice President of Sales and Marketing Delisle Doherty, left, and SPJST President/CEO Brian Vanicek.

for a woman who has passed tends to be more stylized in design, and may use flowers like roses, chrysanthemums, and carnations. Shades that work well for a female arrangement include pink, lavender, and yellow.

Though offering flowers after the death of a loved one is a very traditional act, the arrangement you provide does not need to feel stuffy or outdated. There are plenty of ways to modernize an arrangement using contemporary styles, designs, and ideas. In fact, these arrangements are often viewed as a form of temporary modern art.

While flowers can be a beautiful way to honor a person who has passed, it is important to make sure that proper etiquette allows for such an arrangement to be delivered without causing offense. For example, in some religions, floral arrangements are not allowed. This includes in a house of worship for Orthodox Jews. In the Protestant faith, only one floral arrangement is permitted in the space, meaning that it is probably advisable not to send the flowers to the house of worship. When you understand the protocol for that particular religion, you can offer a kind gift without inadvertently offending anyone.

Contact us at 254-401-1302 or email youngsdaughtersfuneralhome@gmail.com for further insight, and we will be glad to assist you with your questions or concerns regarding different religious traditions. You can find us online at www.YoungsDaughters.com. —SPJST—

Car Show and Music Festival Car Show and Music Festival saturday october 29, 2022 10 A.m. - 4 p.m. located at Camp Kubena

2001 WALDECK RD LEDBETTER, TEXAS

Camp Kubena is a retreat and camping venue located 7 miles west of Round Top

live music CAR SHOW

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

GIDDY UP GO ANNA LARSON

TRUNK OR TREAT

Costume Contest at 2 p.m. Plus Food Trucks, Vendors, Disc Golf Tournament, and More! for more information or TO register for the car show visit campkubena.com

Saturday, October 29

Camp Kubena

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

Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. Registration closes at 10 a.m. Judging at 11 a.m. Awards at 3 p.m.

Many Awards and Special Awards!

Vehicles will be independently judged Top 40 awards presented

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

Participate trunk or t in our reat!

d Bring candy and ecorate your vehicle

Cars & Guitars Entry Form

circle size Name_______________________________________________________________ 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 50 entries. Vehicles judged on interior, exterior, engine, and wheels/tires. Early Registration received by October 21 — $25 • After October 21 and Day of Show — $30

Enter and pay online at www.campkubena.com. Or, mail form and payment to: SPJST • c/o Cars & Guitars • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, TX 76503-0100 Questions? Call David (254) 534-0809 or Melanie (254) 534-0807 or email melaniez@spjst.com • Visit www.campkubena.com

Car Show Rules

No outside food/drinks. No weapons. Pets must be on a leash. No loud music or engine revving.

Vendors Wanted!

at the Cars & Guitars Car Show and Music Festival Saturday October 29, 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.

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.) Set-up on Saturday, October 29 between 7 and 9 a.m.

Visit www.campkubena.com for event details

Cars & Guitars Vendor Form • October 29, 2022 • Camp Kubena

Vendor __________________________________________________ Phone (______)_______________________

Contact Name(s)_______________________________________________________________________________

Street Address_______________________________________ Email Address______________________________

City________________________________________________ State___________ Zip______________________

Booth Type/Products to be Offered________________________________________________________________

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 ________

All products/services must be suitable for a family audience. Vendors must be registered and paid no later than October 21. 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

21st Annual SPJST LODGE 29, Taylor BBQ Cook-off

Saturday, September 24, 2022 • Lodge 29, Taylor Hall • 5025 FM 619, Taylor, Texas

61 teams compete for top awards

Our 21st Annual BBQ Cook-off was held Friday, September 23 and Saturday, September 24, 2022, with beautiful weekend weather. A free dance featuring Second Hand Rose kicked off Friday night, and delicious, old-fashioned hamburgers were available. Saturday was the cook-off, turnin, judging, and awards. A silent auction was also held with great items and happy high-bid winners.

Thanks to Linda and Cristy for taking pictures of our 21st Annual SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor BBQ Cook-off.

Awards and pictures are also posted on our website www.taylorspjst.com. Thank you all for your support. See you next year!

Master Cooks Best Rig

2022 SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor BBQ Cook-Off Results

Master Cook 1st - Twisted L BBQ #1 Sean Leschber 2nd - Serious Smoke Syrissa Dominguez 3rd - Your Boring Friends Norman Frey Best Rig Your Boring Friends Norman Frey Brisket 1st - Twisted L BBQ #1 Sean Leschber 2nd - Triple ERoy Elizondo 3rd - Serious Smoke Syrissa Dominguez 4th - Resurrection Aviation Robert Patnode 5th - BBQ Bandits Leo Makovy 6th - Boss Doss #1 Jacob Doss

7th - Czexicans Terry Skrhak 8th - Money Pit Steve Vrabel 9th - Lonely Goats #2 Walter Peschke 10th - Jak Se Mas \Mark Hluchan

Pork Ribs 1st - Smokin' Bohemians #1 Randy Skrhak 2nd - Twisted L BBQ #1 Sean Leschber 3rd - Lonely Goats #1 Brandon Peschke 4th - Coupland Kountry Klub #1 Wayne Ging 5th - Serious Smoke Syrissa Dominguez 6th - Your Boring Friends Norman Frey 7th - Boondocks #1 Matthew Kreidel

8th - Country Boys Danny Filla 9th - CTBA Outlaws Charlie Shir1ey 10th- Snake Snatchers Adam JeZisek

Chicken 1st - Uncle Buck's BBQ Kurt Taylor 2nd - Snake Snatchers Adam JeZisek 3rd - Your Boring Friends Norman Frey 4th - Boss Doss #1 Jacob Doss 5th - Under the Influence Hank Smith 6th - Money Pit Steve Vrabel 7th - El Briskato Luis Guerra 8th - Jolly Q Dusty Jolly 9th - Czexicans Terry Skrhak 10th - Jak Se Mas Mark Hluchan

Jackpot Beans 1st - Nazarene Norm Ebeling 2nd - Smokin' Bohemians #2 Jeff Stork 3rd - Just Learn'n rey Youngblood 4th - Kovar Kookers Kyle Kovar 5th - Under the Influence Hank Smith 6th - Snake Snatchers Adam JeZisek 7th - Bohunk BBQ Garet Ging 8th - Stokin It Up James Stokes 9th - Smoken Farm Boy'z Carl Synatzske 10th - Hawg Knuckle BBQ Thomas Ramirez

Jackpot Cook's Choice 1st - Resurrection Aviation Robert Patnode 2nd - Twisted L BBQ #1 Sean Leschber 3rd - Kovar Kookers Kyle Kovar 4th - Post Oak Cookers Jamie Beran 5th - Kovar Kookers Kyle Kovar 6th - Serious Smoke Syrissa Dominguez 7th - Stokin It Up James Stokes 8th - Serious Smoke Syrissa Dominguez 9th - Triple E Roy Elizondo 10th - Czexicans Terry Skrhak

Jackpot Pork Butt 1st - Resurrection Aviation Robert Patnode 2nd - Country Boys Danny Filla 3rd - Boss Doss #2 Bill Doss 4th - Smokin' Bohemians #2 Jeff Stork 5th - Country Boys Danny Filla 6th - Twisted L BBQ #1 Sean Leschber 7th - BTwisted L BBQ #2 Cassie Leschber 8th - Boondocks #2 Dillon Kreidel 9th - Double D Slap N Rub Donnie Howard 10th - Smokin' Bohemians #1 Randy Skrhak —SPJST—

21st Annual SPJST LODGE 29, Taylor BBQ Cook-off

Saturday, September 24, 2022 • Lodge 29, Taylor Hall • 5025 FM 619, Taylor, Texas

Brisket Winners

Jackpot Beans Winners Pork Ribs Winners

Jackpot Cook’s Choice Winners Chicken Winners

Jackpot Pork Butt Winners

2022 SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor BBQ Cook-Off Scenes

2022 SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor BBQ Cook-Off Scenes

Youth Christmas Ornament Contest

What is it?

Each year, SPJST sponsors a Christmas ornament contest in the fall for youth members to showcase their creative ability.

Who can enter?

SPJST members from grades kindergarten through 12th grade, based on the member’s grade level in the current school year.

Contest Date

Christmas ornaments will be judged at each district’s fall event. Check with your youth leader, District Youth Counselor, or the Vestnik for your district’s 2022 fall event date, location, and contest registration time.

The Rules a Each youth member may enter one ornament. a Youth member must be present at the district meeting and during the award presentation to win. a All ornaments must be homemade or purchased in a pre-assembled kit.

No store-bought finished ornaments allowed. a May use any material appropriate for a Christmas ornament. Food is not appropriate. Styrofoam balls are acceptable. a Overall size for ornament must be no larger than six inches, excluding ornament hanger. a Entry will not display any alcohol, tobacco, or drug-related items.

Judging

The DYC will secure judges for the contest. Ornaments will be judged on:

Creative Ability..............45 points Skill and Design.............35 points Appearance and Neatness..................20 points

Awards

Winners will receive ribbons. One winning ornament in each of the following entrant categories will be selected: • Kindergarten through 2nd Grades • 3rd through 5th Grades • 6th through 8th Grades • 9th through 12th Grades

The four winning ornaments from each district will be sent to the SPJST Home Office in Temple where they will be displayed on the SPJST Youth Christmas Tree in the Home Office lobby. The four winning ornaments from each district will receive a certificate of recognition. A picture of the SPJST Youth Christmas Tree will be featured on the front page of the Vestnik with the winners’ names. —SPJST—