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Volume 103 Number 48

S P J S T Benevolence

H E R A L D

★ Humanity ISSN —07458800

★ Brotherhood

December 9, 2015

“Let the Good Times Roll!” November Top Agents

1st - Certificates Issued 2nd - Annualized Premium $300 Award

1st - Annualized Premium 2nd - Certificates Issued $300 Award

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

4th - Certificates Issued 4th - Annualized Premium $100 Award

5th - Certificates Issued 5th - Annualized Premium $100 Award

Mike Rodriguez, Jr. FIC

Ray Esparza

Arnoldo Lerma

Kerry Herrington

Susan Skrabanek, FIC

Lodge 107, Floresville District Seven

Lodge 76, Wichita Falls District Four

Lodge 183, Arlington District Three

Lodge 142, Houston District Five

A Frozen Merry Minions Christmas

Lodge 17, New Tabor District One

SPJST lodges and youth clubs are participating in Christmas parades around the state. Lodge 92, Fort Worth hosted the “Merry Minions Christmas!” float in the Fort Worth Parade of Lights, left, while Lodge 154, Fort Worth hosted “A Frozen Christmas!” float. Pictured with the Minions are, left to right, Taylor and Brooklyn Anderson and Aubree Miranda. RIGHT PHOTO: Ready to ride the Frozen float are, left to right, Angel and Lori Pace and MacKenzie Burcie.

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Important Dates ...................................3 Interest Rates ......................................3 Readers Write ......................................3 Let the Good Times Roll! Update.......4 From the District..................................5 Lodge Section......................................6

Inside Th is Week’s Vestnik

In Memoriam ......................................18 Youth Section ....................................21 Vestnik Project...................................22 Czech Culture ....................................25 Advertisements ............................28-29 Lodge Calendar .................................30

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Lodge 66 Waco members celebrate 109th anniversary

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Lodge 107 Floresville hosts supper for FVFD

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State Duchess dances beseda at Will-O-Bell

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Editor’s Note

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Christmas Kolaches!

SPJST HERALD

SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 800-727-7578 • 254-773-1575 Fax: 254-774-7447 www.spjst.org VESTNIK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 • Mobile: 254-534-0807 VESTNIK Fax: 254-773-8087

email: m e l a n i e z @ v v m . c o m

SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 Mobile: 254-534-2902 • Home: 254-985-0007 email: vanicek@spjst.com VICE PRESIDENT CLIFTON COUFAL Office: 254-773-1575 Mobile: 254-931-5231 email: cliftonc@spjst.com

SECRETARY-TREASURER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 Mobile: 254-721-4739 • Home: 254-778-3720 email: leonardm@spjst.com

DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR/CHAIRMAN DONNIE VICTORICK, FIC, CFFM P.O. Box 85, Snook, Texas 77878-0085 Home: 979-272-3265 • Mobile: 979-224-3125 email: dv.aggie@verizon.net DISTRICT TWO DIRECTOR JESSE POSPISIL 4710 FM 1331, Taylor, Texas 76574-2164 Home: 512-365-1110 • Mobile: 512-826-7371 email: jlpospisil@yahoo.com

DISTRICT THREE DIRECTOR JOHN ENGELKE 6475 Gholson Road • Waco, Texas 76705-5330 254-799-4247 email: john.engelke@hotmail.com DISTRICT FOUR DIRECTOR BILLY ROLLWITZ, FIC, CFFM P.O. Box 195, Rowena, Texas 76875-0195 Home: 325-442-3141 • Mobile: 325-277-5362 Office: 325-442-3038 • email: brollwitz@verizon.net

DISTRICT FIVE DIRECTOR LARRY W. PFLUGHAUPT, FIC 1243 Clovis Rd, Houston, Texas 77008-6232 Home: (713) 864-2163 • email: lpflugh@aol.com DISTRICT SIX DIRECTOR KAREN KASPAR, FIC, CFFM 8550 N. State Highway 71 El Campo, Texas 77437-9819 Home: 979-543-2532 • Mobile: 979-332-1616 email: k-kaspar@hotmail.com

DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR BOB J. BAYER, FIC 1100 Hospital Blvd, Floresville, Texas 78114-2912 Home: 830-393-9073 email: blackbayer39@hotmail.com FRATERNAL FIELD MANAGERS DISTRICTS ONE/TWO/THREE Philip (Phil) McBee, FICF, CFFM Mobile: 325-647-1949 • Fax: 325-784-7448 email: philipmcbee@aol.com DISTRICTS FOUR/SEVEN Bobby Davis, FICF, CFFM Mobile: 325-450-3748 • Fax: 325-657-2003 email: bgdsr2428@aol.com DISTRICTS FIVE/SIX Delisle Doherty Mobile: 254-239-9616 • Mobile: 832-232-2049 email: delisled@spjst.com

FINANCIAL SECRETARY ROY VAJDAK 254-773-1575 email: royv@spjst.com

STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR FRANK HORAK Office: 254-773-1575 • Mobile: 254-534-0681 email: frankh@spjst.com STATE YOUTH DIRECTOR LYNETTE TALASEK Office: 254-773-1575 • Mobile: 254-931-0639 email: lynettet@spjst.com

DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Sharon Russell, 1292 CR 441, Dime Box, 77853 • 979-884-0807 - sharonTexas russell28@yahoo.com District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Road, Burlington, Texas 76519-3108 - 254-985-2396 patsyk2011@yahoo.com District Three - Kay Weeks, 4203 Treehaven Ct, Arlington, Texas 76016 • 817-896-5277 - kgweeks@att.net District Four - Pam Lehmann, PO Box 637, Tahoka, Texas 79373-0637 - 806-561-5105 - plehmann@poka.com District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023-6510 - 713-649-6138 - district5dyc@aol.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El 77437 - 979-543-7120 Campo, Texas lisa_bubela@yahoo.com District Seven - Theresa Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive New Braunfels, Texas 78130 - 830-625-8262 theresa.haag686@gmail.com BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Richard Ford, 2392 CR 424, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - 979-884-1451 - dimebox5@aol.com District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Texas 78615 - 512-365-2000 - 512-848-2416/cell - RonnieR1056@yahoo.com District Three - Kay Lynn Kovar, 3303 West Lake Bardwell Drive, Ennis, Texas 75119 - 972-875-6827 District Four - Beverly J. Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Texas 76875 - 325-442-4841 - bjtep@verizon.net District Five - Mildred Holeman, 4001 North Shepherd, Suite 112, Houston, Texas 77018 - 713-683-0018 - mmholeman@yahoo.com District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Texas 77414 - 979-244-4415; 979-479-0056 cell District Seven - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - 830-281-8246 bvhouse@att.net FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Thomas Cannon, P.O. Box 372, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - 979-567-4264 - jtcannon60@hotmail.com District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Highway 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - 254-985-2282 Edwin_Pechal@yahoo.com District Three - Michael Galler, 526 Karen, Waco, Texas 76706 - 254-662-4934 - mgaller@brazoselectric.com District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM Highway 765, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - 325-651-8550 - hdweise@zipnet.us District Five - Marceil Malak, 7444 Meiners Road, Ledbetter, Texas 78946-5118 - 979-249-5940 malaktax@gmail.com District Six - Glenn Kaminsky, 902 River Oaks Court, East Bernard, Texas 77435 - 979-335-4461 - gkamink@live.com District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Texas 78130-3438 - 830-625-8262 39roha@gmail.com

INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - 979-272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Highway 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - 254-985-2344 District Three - Daniel Roznovsky, 2513 Custer Court, Irving, Texas 75062 - 972-252-6763 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Drive, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - 325-234-8117 District Five - Helen Hegwood, 6702 Lindy Ann Lane, Houston, Texas 77008 - 713-864-0489 District Six - Charles Bucek, P.O. Box 147, East Bernard, Texas 77435 - 979-335-4118 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - 210-535-4916

PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - 979-540-8531 District Two - Tammy Cannon, 141 Meadow Park Drive, Georgetown, Texas 78626 - 512-948-5339 - tcannon4715@yahoo.com District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - 214-826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Drive, San Angelo, Texas 76903 - 325-651-5884 District Five - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 CR 47, Angleton, Texas 77515 - 979-922-1279 District Six - Helen Kelner, 911 Avenue K, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 - 281-342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 447 Shady Hollow, New Braunfels, Texas 78132 - 830-964-5135 HUMAN RESOURCES DEBBIE KLINKOVSKY 254-773-1575 • email: debbiek@spjst.com

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hanks to Lodge 29, Taylor member Donna Kaspar for sharing a video that she found on making kolaches. Donna writes, “I was watching some of my favorite PBS cooking shows on DVR. I watched “Cook’s Country” from November 21. They were reviewing ethnic sweets, and did a demo on making kolace! They did a fine job in briefly describing the history of the Czech immigrants to Texas, and also mention the SPJST and showed the logo on TV! And, never having actually made kolace myself, it looked like they did a great job with the recipe and process, from what I know only from helping my grandmother when I was young. Very exciting!”

The video does make the art of kolaches look easier than I know it really is, but I certainly want to try this way very soon . . . maybe for Christmas! The video link can be found on our SPJST Facebook page or at http://www.cookscountry.com/ by searching “All-American Sweet Dough Desserts.”

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Important Vestnik Deadlines Here are important Vestnik deadline dates to remember for the Christmas and New Year holidays.

Wednesday, December 9 5 p.m. deadline for Dec. 16 Vestnik VESTNIK

Monday, December 21 12 noon deadline for December 30 Vestnik Wednesday, December 23 No Vestnik published

Still To Come . . .

We are still backlogged with photos and information that will be coming in an upcoming Vestnik. Please stay tuned for photos from Lodge 87, Temple Appreciation Dinner and Sokol West Grand Opening along with scenes from lodge Christmas parties and SPJST parade participation. Our members are involved in a lot of great things . . . and we appreciate receiving all of this to include in the Vestnik. Thank you, and keep it coming!

2016 Important Dates February 13 120 Days Prior to Convention: Candidacy for Supreme Lodge President, Vice President, Secretary-Treasurer, Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication, and seven district director positions must be announced.

March 13 90 Days Prior to Convention: By-Law Committee submits slate of qualified candidates to delegates through the Vestnik.

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Lodge 179, Warrenton Christmas Meal/Social JW Steakhouse • Carmine (1) Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Christmas Party Raymond’s Southern Kitchen, Lorena (2) Lodge 35, Elk Christmas Party (3) Lodge 39, Bryan Christmas Caroling/Pizza Party (1) Lodge 67, Schulenburg Christmas Party Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant (1) Lodge 229, Abilene Christmas Party Hawley Church of Christ (4) SPJST Float • Conroe Christmas Parade (5) Hosted by District Five Youth SPJST Float • Killeen Christmas Parade (2) Lodge 92, Fort Worth Children’s Christmas Party (3) Lodge 117, Robstown Christmas Dinner (7) Lodge 4, Hallettsville Christmas Party Vsetin Brethren Church Hall (6) Lodge 9, Snook Christmas Party (1) Lodge 18, Elgin Christmas Dance (2) Lodge 24, Cyclone Christmas Party (2) Lodge 47, Seaton Christmas Party (2) Lodge 84, Dallas Czech Christmas Party (3) Lodge 87, Temple Christmas Party SPJST Home Office, Temple (2) Lodge 92, Fort Worth hosts Saint Thomas Festival and Posada (3) Lodge 142, Houston Christmas Meal (5) Lodge 183, Arlington Christmas Family Potluck (3) Lodge 187, Round Rock Meal/Gift Exchange (2) Lodge 189, Bryan-College Station Christmas Dinner Brazos Senior Center (1) Lodge 196, Houston-West Christmas Open House (5) Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Christmas Party SPJST Home Office, Temple (2) Lodge 202, Jourdanton Christmas Party Jourdanton Community Center (7) Lodge 151, Wharton Christmas Party Wharton Depot Museum (6) Lodge 18, Elgin Christmas Dance (2) Lodge 81, Needville Christmas Social/Meeting (5) Lodge 133, San Antonio Christmas Luncheon (7) Lodge 25, Ennis Strudel Fundraiser Pickup (3) No Vestnik Published Christmas Eve • SPJST Home Office Closed Christmas Day • SPJST Home Office Closed New Year’s Eve Dance • Lodge 18, Elgin (2) Fritz Hodde New Year’s Eve Dance • Lodge 35, Elk (3) Gordon Collier Band New Year’s Eve Dance • Lodge 88, Houston (5) Moonglow Orchestra New Year’s Eve Dance • Lodge 92, Fort Worth (3) Doc Gibbs and his Big Band New Year’s Day • SPJST Home Office Closed Progressive 42 Domino Tournament SPJST Home Office, Temple District Three Delegates’ Meeting Lodge 25, Ennis

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Readers Write

Member shares Thanksgiving in Czech Republic

Dear Friends, Even though I am not on the soil of the USA, I still observe Thanksgiving Day! I taught at 6:30 a.m. and then again at 1 p.m. both in large companies. The topic was “Thanksgiving in the USA, the history and traditional meal.” All of my students enjoy hearing about it and why it is so special because the Pilgrims were the first emigrants and made it through the first winter with the help of the native Americans and what they learned from the natives on how to survive in the new world for them.

We need to be thankful to our forefathers who left their homelands to set foot upon the soil in the United States

of America. They left for many reasons, each from different countries yet with the same dream of starting a new life for themselves and their families.

Many of our ancestors who made this journey suffered many hardships along the way and even after reaching the shores of North America. Some helped liberate the land from England; some fought to save the Union; and others served in many different ways to make the USA what it is today.

We should remember that we all might pray in a different way, but for the same reason . . . to give thanks for what we have and what we can achieve. Amen.

As I will soon eat my turkey and dressing . . .

John Kuba Potivin, Czech Republic Lodge 133, San Antonio —SPJST—

SPJST INTEREST RATES . . . 11/01/2015 - 01/31/2016 SPJST Farm/ Commercial Property Rates

Farm/commercial property rates are subject to change without notice. Call the SPJST Home Office 800-7277578.

Farm/Commercial Property Rates

75% Owner Farm Property 4.75% for 1 to 30 years Commercial Property 6.00% for 1 to 10 years 6.25% for 11 to 15 years

Universal Life Universal Life 3 (plans 1203-1222 with a guaranteed rate of 2.50%) Credited Rate: 3.00%

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

Annuities Annuity 5 (plans 8032-8039 with a 1.50% guaranteed rate) Credited Rate: 3.00%

Annuity New 5 Year (plans 8040-8041 with a 1.50% guaranteed rate) Credited Rate: 3.00%

• • • IMPORTANT NOTICE • • • No December 23, 2015 Vestnik will be printed.

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Deadline for December 30 Vestnik is Monday, December 21 at 12 noon • • •

January 6 Vestnik will not be a regular issue.

It will be a special issue celebrating SPJST

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Let the Good Times Roll!

Statewide Goal: 1,500 Certificates Issued Through November: 952 Certificates Issued

Membership Program Update Insuring and Enriching Lives.

SPJST Mission Statement Our vision is to provide a wholesome family environment; to encourage cherished Czech traditions; and to provide high quality, competitive life insurance for our members.

SPJST Vision Statement

Lodge Incentive Guidelines

The 2015 Lodge Incentive Guidelines will include membership program incentives and be based upon premium income generated by the lodges. The formula for calculating the Enhanced Premium Refund is:

1. $1.00 for each paid-up certificate; and 2. 2.80% of the lodge’s annual earned premium.

To receive the Enhanced Premium Refund, lodges must meet the following three-point criteria:

1. Hold regular lodge meetings in accordance with Article 50 of the SPJST By-Laws and offer a wellrounded fraternal program.

2. Return all requested paperwork on time by the due date.

3. Submit regular letters/photos to the Vestnik.

For lodge incentive updates, please contact the Financial Secretary’s Department.

—SPJST—

SPJST Monthly Insurance Report Through November

MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND ANNUALIZED PREMIUM

Dist.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals

Apps.

7 12 6 25 12 2 22 0 86

Written $550,000.00 401,218.00 119,097.00 1,471,040.00 955,000.00 150,000.00 947,000.00 0 $4,593,355.00

Certs.

Issued Annualized Prem.

5 $515,000.00 $1,773.72 11 236,218.00 12,258.73 7 134,097.00 5,643.92 24 1,308,247.00 15,349.70 9 1,775,000.00 7,837.28 3 330,000.00 3,396.16 23 1,274,912.00 11,506.56 0 0 0 82 $5,573,474.00 $57,766.07

Dist. Apps.

Written 1 95 $8,829,508.00 2 140 5,277,048.00 3 185 9,456,681.00 4 234 14,349,091.00 5 146 11,959,833.00 6 78 4,062,573.00 7 191 10,443,477.00 9 0 0 Totals 1,069 $64,378,211.00

Certs.

Issued Annualized Prem.

89 $8,274,545.00 $59,126.57 130 3,574,290.00 114,475.85 160 7,197,500.00 84,332.26 213 11,778,939.00 104,035.59 122 9,687,410.00 76,776.12 67 3,410,136.00 50,100.01 171 8,328,393.00 90,321.35 0 0 0 952 $52,251,213.00 $579,167.75

YEAR-TO-DATE TOTALS FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND ANNUALIZED PREMIUM

Member Referral Incentive

All referral cards received during a given month go into a drawing for three $25 Walmart gift cards. All referral cards received during the year will go into a drawing for five $100 Walmart gift cards to be awarded at the 2016 SPJST Awards Banquet.

Rosario Martinez

Lodge 107, Floresville • District Seven

Alma Olvera

Lodge 202, Jourdanton • District Seven

Isabella Wiederhold

Lodge 202, Jourdanton • District Seven

SPJST Records 245 Referrals

Through the end of November 2015, the following individuals contributed 258 referrals during Let the Good Times Roll Membership Drive.

Lodge

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Member’s Name

Holly Knecht Terry Malina Tatiana Tates Artie Monson Margaret Campbell Lisa Kirby Denise Christian Marlene Clark Willie Ann Juricek Betty Macalik Leslie Mach Carol Bingham Helmer Dahl Larry Flippin, Sr. Cristy Girod Sharon Kaderka Elaine Machu Daisy Enriquez Norma O’Canas Chase Alexander Amber Bartek Brandon Bartek Brinley Belson Debbie Dohnalik Sandra Dubcak Alexis Festa Christine Festa Ruth Hanusch Cynthia Hutka Debbie Klinkovsky Brad Kraatz Joyce Kraatz Justin Kraatz Tammy Martinez

Referrals 6 3 1 6 2 7 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 3 7 3 3 3 3 1 1 4 2 1 1 10 1 1 1 2 2 1

47 47 47 47 47 48 48 54 54 80 80 80 80 87 87 107 107 107 107 107 107 107 107 107 133 142 177 185 185 185 196 202 202 202 202 202 202 246 246 246 246 258

Edwin Pechal Sharla Pechal Meredith Santos Dorothy Stuchly Donica Zabcik William Bosley Gracie Grimm Kerri Kaluza Tyler Kaluza Linda Hill Doni Powell Alan Taisler Clayton Taisler Sharon Ingram Billye Westlake Juliet Barrera Roxanne Bertrand Maria Guerrero Miriam Guerrero Rosario Martinez Cheryl Morrisey Laura Pavliska Glen Pruski Yolanda Ramos Cathy Arrambide Jack Manchack Janie Coakley Jody Jurica Payton Mills Jordan Woodall Nicholas Doherty Bettie House Lloyd House Alma Olvera Katlyn Polasek Isabella Wiederhold Juana Zuniga Tamara Gettys Ann Paruzinski Marissa Salinas Susan Shofner Chester Jenke —SPJST—

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SPJST Youth Clubs’ Update

DISTRICT ONE YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

9 17 186

Youth Club Name

Snook Youth Club New Tabor Youth Club Caldwell Youth Club

Certs. Issued

15 14 2

DISTRICT TWO YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

20 24 29 47 48 80

Youth Club Name

Granger Youth Club Cyclone Youth Club Taylor Youth Club Seaton Youth Club Beyersville Youth Club Holland Youth Club

Certs. Issued

2 3 3 25 3 4

DISTRICT THREE YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

6 25 84 154

Youth Club Name

Cottonwood Youth Club Ennis Youth Club Dallas Youth Club Fort Worth Youth Club

Certs. Issued

5 5 3 5

DISTRICT FOUR YOUTH CLUBS Lodge No.

49

Youth Club Name

Rowena Youth Club

Certs. Issued

1

DISTRICT FIVE YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

81 88 142 162

Youth Club Name

Needville Youth Club Houston Youth Club Houston Youth Club Iowa Colony Youth Club

Certs. Issued

4 16 0 0

DISTRICT SIX YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

30 40 148

Youth Club Name

Certs. Issued

Taiton Youth Club 11 El Campo-Hillje Youth Club 1 El Maton Youth Club 0

DISTRICT SEVEN YOUTH CLUBS Lodge No.

185 202

Youth Club Name

Certs. Issued

New Braunfels Youth Club Jourdanton Youth Club

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Listing reflects youth clubs whose quarterly reports were received by October 1, 2015, and youth clubs that are active.

—SPJST—

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From the Fraternal Department

State FAC Shares December Updates

Fraternalist of the Year Deadline December 11 Due to the awards banquet which will take place at the Mayborn Civic and Convention Center in Temple on Saturday, January 30, 2016, your nomination form for Fraternalist of the Year will be due in the office of the State Fraternal Activities Coordinator on Friday, December 11, 2015. The eligibility, description of the awards, and program procedure was included in the October Fraternal Update.

Please review the information pertaining to the nomination prior to selecting your candidate. If you need another form, you may contact Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez at the Home Office. All information submitted pertaining to the nominee should cover activities for the past year only. Should you have any questions, please feel free to call me or drop me an email at frankh@spjst.com.

All other deadline dates remain the same. They are: January 2—New Officers – address, phone listing and email January 9—Year-End Fraternal Incentive Reporting Hours February Awards

12—Outgoing

Officer

May 15—990 and 990-T to IRS and copy to Home Office

SPJST Outgoing Officer Plaque Each year, the Home Office receives a number of Outgoing Officer Plaque applications to honor elected lodge officers and directors. Eligibility is based on an outgoing officer who is not re-elected for the next year and does not plan to seek re-election again. This would be an officer that is an elder and not wanting to serve the lodge and its members in a leadership role – not an individual of a young age that may decide to serve again in the future. The recipient must be a current SPJST member and must be alive at time of selection.

SPJST Lifetime Achiever Award The definition of lifetime is the duration of a person’s life. This award is to recognize individuals or couples who have made a significant impact in

their lodge’s success and growth over a lengthy period of time. These individuals or couples should be of a mature age.

In the past couple of years, the Home Office has received nomination applications for many young members that still have many years of service to the lodge and its members. Think about it . . . if a young or middle age member receives this award, is this telling them that they have achieved their significant impact to their lodge and here on out they are finished contributing to their lodge and its members?

This year, please consider the age of the person(s) your lodge is wanting to recognize with the SPJST Lifetime Achiever Award. If there isn’t anyone that qualifies, please wait and consider it for the following year or years.

100 Pennies Scholarship Drive The 100 Pennies Scholarship Drive will continue through the month of March 2016. All members are encouraged to give their support as you have in the past. Through your generous donations, SPJST has been able to continue to provide scholarships to members who wish to further their education. Donations of any amount will be accepted and added to the general scholarship fund that is maintained by the Home Office. No amount is too small or too large.

SPJST Scholarship Program The deadline for submitting applications for the SPJST Scholarship is no later then Monday, February 1, 2016. Any student (high school seniors and college undergraduates) who have not previously received a scholarship are eligible to apply. For an SPJST General Scholarship or Leadership Grant Application and complete guidelines, please call Executive Assistant to the President Sandra Dubcak in the SPJST Home Office at 800727-7578 or 254-773-1575 or visit www.spjst.org.

Progressive “42” Domino Tournament The first SPJST State Tournament of 2016 will take place on Saturday, January 9, 2016. This will be the State Progressive “42” Domino Tournament. This year, all tournaments will be held at the SPJST Home Office in

Temple, Texas. If you love Progressive 42 and enjoy fellowship, come and play with your fellow SPJST brothers and sisters in a friendly game of dominoes. We would love to have you there!

Non-members will be permitted to participate in the Progressive 42 Domino Tournament. The registration fee for members and non-members will be $10. If anyone knows of someone (member or non-member) who would like to participate, please encourage them to submit an entry.

For additional details about the tournament, you can find the registration form online at www.spjst.org under Fraternal Activities/State Tournaments and Fraternal Activities. All participants are encouraged to preregister so we can figure out the amount of food to prepare for the noon meal.

Tarok Tournament The SPJST State Tarok Tournament will be held on Saturday, February 6, 2016. The tournament will be held at the SPJST Home Office in Temple, Texas.

Please visit www.spjst.org under Fraternal Activities/State Tournaments and Fraternal Activities. All participants are encouraged to pre-register so we can figure out the amount of food to prepare for the noon meal.

Non-members will be permitted to participate in the tarok tournament.

The registration fee for members and non-members will be $10. If anyone knows of someone (member or nonmember) who would like to participate, please encourage them to submit an entry.

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frankh@spjst.com. You can also contact Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez by telephone - 800727-7578 or 254-773-1575 or email tammym@spjst.com. Your District FAC is also available to assist you.

They are: District One FAC Kyle Skrabanek 979-820-0531 District Two FAC Ruth Hanusch 254-771-0193 District Three FAC Vicki Sims 214-763-0341 District Four FAC Janeece Williams 806-632-5239 District Five FAC Patricia Bruce 281-890-4933 District Six FAC Helen Zabransky 361-798-3347 District Seven FAC Glen Pruski 830-480-6212 I would like to wish all of our members a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Fraternally submitted, Frank Horak State Fraternal Activities Coordinator —SPJST—

SPJST District FAC Contacts We are here to help if you need assistance. Please feel free to call me at 254-534-0681 or email

From the Districts the September 9, 2015, Vestnik. Bring District Three any questions and concerns to the delegates meeting so we can discuss them.

Lodge 183, Arlington has volunto meet Jan. 19 teered to host the second delegates’ Attention: District Three Delegates Tuesday, January 19, 2016, will be the first District Three delegates’ meeting at Lodge 25, Ennis starting at 6:30 p.m.

Please read, study, and review your by-laws and the SPJST Special Structure Committee’s proposed by-law recommendations that were printed in

meeting in February. The date is yet to be announced. Lodge 6, Cottonwood has volunteered for the third meeting in March.

Fraternally, Kay Lynn Kovar By-Law Committee District Three Representative —SPJST—

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Lodge 4 Hallettsville Christmas social Sunday, Dec. 13

Dear Members, The December meeting and Christmas social is this Sunday, December 13, 2015, beginning at 11:30 a.m. at Vsetin Czech Moravian Brethren Church Hall. At 12 noon, a meal will be served with fried chicken provided by the lodge. Members are asked to please bring side dishes and desserts.

A short meeting will be held followed by games and door prizes.

We hope to see you at the next meeting and Christmas social this Sunday in Vsetin.

Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 24, Cyclone Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 13

Dear Members, We invite you to attend the Lodge 24, Cyclone Christmas party this Sunday, December 13, 2015, at Flag Hall.

The party begins at 3 p.m. with a social, and the meal will be served at 4 p.m. The meat will be furnished.

Everyone is asked to please bring a side dish and/or dessert.

The youth club will have its drawing from its membership drive.

We hope to see you there. Merry Christmas from Lodge 24, Cyclone!

Fraternally, Bobby Hoelscher Reporter —SPJST—

The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to:

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

Email: melaniez@vvm.com

Questions?

Call 800-727-7578

Lodge 25, Ennis reports on November meeting

Dear Readers, Lodge 25, Ennis met on Thursday, November 12, 2015, beginning at 6:30 p.m. with a meal prepared by Betty.

Everyone enjoyed turkey and all the

trimmings. Cake was made and served

by Debbie in honor of Tony’s birthday.

Thank you to Betty and Debbie!

The meeting began at 7 p.m. A moment of silence was observed in memory of Olga Vrla Pechak and all the veterans. On the sick list are Robert Honza and Logan Lipscomb. All officer reports were accepted as given.

An update was given by Brad and Joann of Roof Time Construction on bar renovation improvements. He reported that construction will be complete within a week. Tony thanked them for all the work they did in support of this effort.

It was announced that the holiday strudel sales are going well. Anyone who would like to purchase strudels for Christmas, please give either Betty or Margaret a call at 972-878-7719 or 972-878-6149. Pick up for Christmas will be Tuesday, December 22 from 2 to 6 p.m. If you want your strudel delivered, please let us know.

The 2016 SPJST Convention dele-

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gates were voted on, and they are Tony, Betty, Van, and Pat. Alternates are Rita, Kay, and Cathy. Lodge officers for 2016 are: President Tony Vitovsky Vice President Ray Elevan Secretary Pat Fowler Treasurer Cathy Krajca Financial Secretary Betty Macalik

New members accepted were Winnie Henson, Harris Rudd, and Ty Walker Rudd with Margaret as sales agent.

November birthday babies are Scooter, Johnnie, Les Paul, Tony, Ray, Devin, Kalynn, Brian, Zoe, Amanda, Brandon, Madeline, Maison, and Samuel. Happy birthday to all of these members!

Anniversaries celebrants are Rita and Scooter, Greg and Laure, Jerrod and Sarah, and Emil and Margaret.

Happy anniversary! November is a busy month!

Lodge 8, Weimar Recognizes Members at Holiday Social

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 8, Weimar enjoyed their holiday social and monthly meeting on November 23 at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant in Schulenburg.

Members attending were, clockwise, from bottom left, Erline and George Janik, Earlene and Luther Lorfing, Marilyn Yates, Becky Jares, State FAC Frank Horak, JoAnn and Leo Jares, Melvin and Carolyn Tobola, and Eugene and Henrietta Veselka. Business included reelecting officers for 2016 and electing convention del-

egate Carolyn Tobola and substitute Henrietta Veselka.

Donations will be given from the lodge to the Boy’s and Girl’s Club and to Deputy Santa. The next meeting is Monday, January 25, 2016, at 6 p.m. at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant in Schulenburg. RIGHT PHOTO: Congratulations to Marilyn Yates, center, who received her 50-year membership pin. District Six Director Karen Kaspar, left, presented the pin along with Lodge 8, Weimar FAC Erline Janik.

LEFT PHOTO: Happy second anniversary wishes to Earlene and Luther Lorfing who celebrated their special day on November 30.

RIGHT PHOTO: Happy birthday wishes to, left to right, JoAnn Jares on December 21, Marilyn Yates on December 22, and Leo Jares on November 18.

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Next Meeting—December 10 See you at our next meeting on Thursday, December 10.

Fraternally yours, Margaret Krajca —SPJST—

Lodge 25, Ennis: order your apple strudel

Dear Readers, It’s time for our apple strudel bake fundraiser that benefits the Lodge 25 Improvement Fund. Strudels are $15 each. Place your orders to be picked up at the SPJST Lodge 25 dining room on Tuesday, December 22 from 2 to 6 p.m. Please call Margaret at 972-878-6149 or Betty at 972-8787719.

Fraternally yours, Margaret Krajca Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 35, Elk plans Dec. 11 Christmas party

President Randy Pavelka called the SPJST Lodge 35, Elk November meeting to order at 7:17 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by members and guests.

On the sick list has been Treasurer Barbara Pavelka with hip replacement surgery and Vice President Fred Kubitza with knee replacement. We all wish them a speedy recovery.

Secretary Carla Pavelka read the minutes from the October meeting, and with no corrections, they were approved as read.

Treasurer Barbara Pavelka gave her report, and it was approved as read.

Floor Chairman Gene Pavelka reported a really good month.

With no other business, the meeting adjourned at 7:23 p.m.

Elk Hall, Inc. Elk Hall, Inc. meeting was called to order at 7:25 p.m. Secretary Carla Pavelka read the minutes from the October meeting. No corrections were needed, and the minutes were approved as read.

Treasurer Barbara gave her report, and it was approved as read.

Floor chairman Gene Pavelka gave his report.

Bar chairman Randy Pavelka gave his report.

SPJST members and guests were invited to the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Sokol West Gym and Community Center on Friday, November 20. Texas Governor Greg Abbott and the Czech Ambassador to the United States Petr Gandalovic were some of the guests to speak at the ribbon cutting. Congratulations to West, Texas, on getting this wonderful, new facility for their little community after the tragic explosion.

Under new business, it was voted on and passed to have two security officers on duty for our New Year’s Eve dance this year.

Our lodge officers will be the same as last year. They are: President Randy Pavelka Vice President Fred Kubitza, Jr. Secretary Carla Pavelka Treasurer Barbara Pavelka Reporter Janie Brewer

Christmas Party—December 11 Christmas party will be Friday, December 11 at 6 p.m. The lodge meeting will also be on Friday, December 11.

We had 12 members present, and our guests were Johnny Price and Mike Montgomery. Welcome back anytime.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

Fraternally yours, Janie Brewer, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 39, Bryan Christmas party Friday, Dec. 11

Dear Readers, We will be singing Christmas carrols at Generation (Sherwood) Nursing Home again this year. Joe Vytopil will bring his guitar, and the BISD Food Services ladies will be joining us and giving out ornaments to the residents. This is always a great treat for the nursing home and the singers.

The date and time will be Friday, December 11. We will be meeting at Generations at 5 p.m. and start singing at 5:30 p.m. Right afterwards, we will go to the lodge for our Christmas party and meeting. We will be having pizza

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Lodge 24, Cyclone members collect, donate tabs to Ronald McDonald House

Lodge 24, Cyclone members, left to right, Faye Hudson and Freddie and Debbie Veselka are pictured with more than a gallon of can tabs they collected and donated to Ronald McDonald House. The tabs are sold, and the funds benefit House expenses. Thanks for your donation!

and Christmas goodies. If you would like to join in the White Elephant gift exchange, please bring a gift around the $15 price range or something from home - used, made, or just never had a use for. We always have a great time so please come out and join in the fun.

For questions, please call me at 979272-1216.

Sincerely, Binnie Ann Matejka Roesler Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje reports on November meeting

The regular meeting of Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje was Sunday, November 8, 2015. The meeting was called to order by President Cathy Garcia at 2:45 p.m. at El Campo-Hillje SPJST Hall. All were welcomed to the family day event along with the raffle drawing. A moment of silence was observed for all departed members and sick members, along with our service men and women. Roll of officers was called, and all were present. Also present were 24 members; five guests; District Six Director Karen Kaspar; and SPJST Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek.

A motion was made by Vlasta Bartosh and seconded by Artis Bacak to

accept the previous minutes as read.

Motion passed. Janet Marek presented a written treasurer’s report. Upon motion by Vlasta Bartosh, seconded by Artis Bacak, the treasurer’s report was accepted as written. Janet reported that she will not accept the $400 for the treasurer’s stipend that was due to her.

President Cathy thanked her.

Norma O’Canas reported on the raffle. Cathy reported that she will be submitting bills that need to be paid for cleaning, yard maintenance, and supplies by next meeting. Cathy also mentioned that she will be bringing up the cost of Prairie Day and its supplies to the membership next month.

Communications—The lodge received a transfer request from Lodge 153, La Salle members. A vote is necessary to transfer into our lodge.

Home Office packet was received and read. Bank statement, electricity bill, and dumpster bill were received.

Cathy received communication from the Home Office in reference to death claims and lapsed policies, along with new membership.

Hall report—Cathy reported that the Election Department used the hall for election, and she has four bookings for 2016. Cathy also states that she has had an offer by a vendor out of Illinois to buy the bingo equipment. She is waiting to visit with the VFW and American Legion about the equipment. A man from Tabs also looked at the equipment, and she is awaiting his response.

Youth report—Cathy reported that the youth will be assisting in the city-

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wide Thanksgiving dinner and will have their meeting for November later this afternoon.

Under old business, Cathy stated that Vlasta turned in plastic tops last month, and Cathy will give them to Inez.

Nomination committee—Felix and Norma reported that they recommend the same officers. Cynthia declined and Janet declined. At the meeting in December, we will need nominations from the floor for secretary and treasurer along with an FAC. New business—Norma made a motion to accept the members from Lodge 153, La Salle. It was seconded

by Vlasta, and the motion passed.

Cathy received the sign-in sheet, and she reports that even though our lodge has six delegate positions that we only have five who are eligible to be delegates. They are (from highest to lowest attended meetings): Artis Bacak, Cathy Garcia, Gladys Cerny, Mary Ann Cerny, and Vlasta Bartosh. Upon motion by Georgina Henderson, seconded by Inez, it was passed to accept the delegates.

Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek suggested a lead delegate for the convention. Cynthia made a motion, seconded by Norma, to have Artis Bacak as the lead delegate. The motion passed.

Norma made a motion to accept the transfer members as read by Cathy from the La Salle lodge. The motion was seconded by Vlasta, and it passed.

Inez made a motion, seconded by Felix, to accept new members Angelica and Brynlee into the Lodge 40 membership. The motion passed.

Artis bought up for discussion to vote for a Fraternalist of the Year.

Vlasta made a motion, seconded by Cynthia, to nominate Felix. Felix accepted, and the motion passed. Cathy will get paperwork to Felix to complete.

Cathy brought up a discussion of the dumpster and asked the membership to consider returning the dumpster after January 30, 2016, until it is needed again - next meeting is not until June. A motion was made by Norma, seconded by Inez, to return the dumpster after January 30, 2016, until it is needed again. Motion passed.

Cathy brought up a discussion on officers being paid and suggested no officer gets paid to do volunteer work, unless it is reimbursement for service.

Felix made a motion that was seconded by Inez for no officer to get a stipend, but only reimbursement for service. Motion passed.

Cathy asked President Brian Vanicek to address the lodge. President Vanicek advised membership that he visited the lodge and understands the financial struggles. He made suggestions that a facelift of the lodge will benefit its look, and that the Home Office is here to help. He also reported that the Czech Catholic Home was bought by S.P.J.S.T. and doesn’t know how that would help as an asset, but

Lodge 80, Holland Hosts Turkey Bingo

On November 19, 2015, SPJST Lodge 80, Holland had turkey bingo.

Candy and sweets were handed out to bingo players. Several bingo players were lucky enough to win a plump turkey . . . just in time for Thanksgiving. Pictured here is dedicated bingo worker and SPJST member Dan Hendrix, left, with Jim Thomas, a lucky winner of a turkey.

—Submitted by Risa Pajestka

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Lodge 80, Holland Celebrates 33 Years of Bingo

SPJST Lodge 80, Holland celebrated 33 years of bingo at the hall on Thursday, November 19, 2015. Charitable bingo at the lodge has supported many good causes including scholarships, youth activities, events for senior citizens, Relay for Life, and other important causes.

Pictured here are four of the original workers, left to right, Frank Pajestka, Sr., Helen Pajestka, Dan Hendrix, and Frank Pajestka, Jr. —Submitted by Risa Pajestka

just continue trying to keep the lodge going. He also mentioned to continue growing the lodge from our own membership. Cathy mentioned that one suggestion from President Vanicek was to address the bushes in the front and back and take down the bingo signs. Cathy states that Cynthia, Felix, and one of Cynthia’s friends and herself took down the bingo signs.

Karen had called that she would like to address the bushes and pick up that cost.

Karen addressed the membership with holiday greetings and a gift from her. She also states she was happy to help the lodge with the cost of trimming the hedges. She advised membership if they haven’t yet to get the El Campo Leader News and read the article of the Boys and Girls Club, and that the district director’s discretionary fund was used to support their activity.

Cathy thanked everyone for attending the meeting and to enjoy the family day’s event. As soon as the meeting is adjourned, Norma will have raffle tickets for those who need to purchase any so the raffle drawing can be done.

With no further business before the membership, Cathy adjourned the meeting at 3:40 p.m.

Submitted by, Cynthia Garcia, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 13

Dear Members, The officers and members of Lodge 47, Seaton wish you all a very merry Christmas.

We invite you, as members of Lodge 47, to our annual Christmas party which will be held on Sunday, December 13, 2015. The afternoon will begin at 3 p.m. with a memorial candlelight service held in memory of our 2015 deceased members. Youth club members will perform a Christmas skit followed by all youth participating in singing a favorite - “Here Comes Santa Claus.” I sure hope they will sing loud for Santa to make a visit. (If you have a child attending and need information regarding his “visit,” please give me a call.)

Prior to the meal, during the social hour, members will be able to have the opportunity to visit friends. The meal will consist of turkey, sausage, dressing, and all the trimmings. Those attending are asked to bring a side dish and a dessert. Special guests and officers will be introduced along with the installation of the 2016 lodge officers and board members.

We hope to see you all on December 13.

Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky, Reporter 254-718-1606 —SPJST—

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Lodge 66, Waco Celebrates 109th Anniversary Saturday, November 14, 2015 • Lodge 6, Cottonwood Hall

We want to thank everyone who came out to our 109th Anniversary Luncheon on Saturday, November 14, 2015. I believe everyone had a good time.

We had the meal catered by Michna’s Barbecue, and following the meal, we had door prize drawings. The door prizes were donated by Lodge 66, Waco; David and Melanie Zavodny Nauert; and District Three Director John Engelke.

Winners were Kim Allen, James Middlebrook, James Urbanek, Betty Slovak, Shirley Collins-Jones, Johnnie Holick, Robert Cervenka, Lillian Marek, Bernell Bezanson, Mitzi Matula, Larry Matula, Patty Neslony, Randy House, Elizabeth Scheffer, Mary Ann Nors, Barbara Stanislav, Weldon Galler, Georgie Nors, Gracie Soukup, Dorothy Moore, Stephaney Gaidusek, Jeff Nors, Mary Urbanek, Kayla Urbanek, Sara Thomas, Martha Slovak, Evelyn Stuckly, Lanell Brem,

Joe Domesle, Michael Galler, Curtis Collins, Eugene Slovak, Dana McAdams, Bernard Pustejovsky, Barbara Veselka, Lucy Pustejovsky, Henry Veselka, Cathy Urbanek, and Jodie McAdams, Jr. We had our Home Office Financial Secretary Roy Vajdak and wife Becky to attend along with our Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny and husband David Nauert.

As a reminder: please read your Vestnik as to when our next lodge meeting will be, and come join us for a short meeting and social meal.

Fraternally, John J. Engelke, President —SPJST—

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Lodge 88, Houston Celebrates Veterans Day

Lodge 88, Houston celebrated Veterans Day at its November 9, 2015, meeting. Pictured, left to right, are Veterans Mark Polly (Army, peace time), Dennis Roeder (Army, Vietnam War), and Melvin Beyer (Army, Korean War).

Thanks for your service. RIGHT PHOTO: Front, left to right, are Mildred

Lodge 66, Waco meets Dec. 14

The next Lodge 66, Waco meeting will be held at Heitmiller’s on Monday, December 14, 2015, at 6 p.m.

Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 67 Schulenburg Christmas party Friday, Dec. 11

SPJST Lodge 67, Schulenburg invites members to its Christmas party on Friday December 11, 2015, at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant, located in Schulenburg, Texas.

Social hour with refreshments is from 6 to 7 p.m. A meal will be served at 7 p.m.

Please RSVP by Monday, December 7 to Adrienne Kobza 979-7435629 or Ernest J. Kutac 979561-8686.

We look forward to seeing you!

Fraternally, Ernest Kutac, President —SPJST—

Lodge 80, Holland reports on November meeting

SPJST Lodge 80 was called to order by President Rita Spinn on Tuesday, November 3, 2015, at 6:30 p.m.

Membership stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence for departed members.

All officers, directors, and sales agents were present.

Condolences were expressed to Risa Pajestka family, Noel Lovelette, and Tammy Williamson Families.

Motion was made by Coleman Benner and seconded by Curtis Janke to accept the minutes of the October meeting, with correction to add Frank Horak as a winner on his ornament also. Motion carried.

Financial report was read by Frank Pajestka, Jr. Motion was made by Vicki Slye and seconded by Frank Horak to accept the financial report.

The financial report was approved by the board of directors prior to the meeting. Motion carried. License to TABC was $853.

FAC Frank Pajestka, Jr. gave his report. He reported on the 100 Pennies Drive. The Home Office Open House will be December 7. Fraternalist of the year from Lodge 80 is Coleman Benner; he was elected by acclamation.

November 19 will be turkey bingo.

Motion was made by Curtis Wolf and seconded by Vicki Slye to purchase 15 turkeys and fruit from Holland FFA to give away at bingo in November and December.

Holeman, Mary Krippner, Carolyn Beseda, Josephine Pflughaupt, Carol Stayton, Vernell Foyt, and Gladys Havemann. Back: Melvin Beyer, Mark Polly, Dennis Roeder, Nell Stautberg, and Barbara Gonzalez.

—Submitted by Carol Havemann

Youth Leader Connie Horak reported that youth will have a holiday food drive. November 13 is the District Two Lock-in. On November 17, youth are asked to wear their camp tshirts. November 19 is HISD testing.

January 30 will be the awards banquet for SPJST. Congratulation to Supreme Lodge Vice President Clifton Coufal on the birth of his son.

A thank you note was read from Will-O-Bell.

Carol Wolf, Connie Horak, and Paula Weir decorated Lodge 80 for Christmas.

Christmas party will be Sunday, December 6 from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Santa will make his appearance. American Legion will pay one-half the food expenses. Frank Horak will install the officers of Lodge 80 for 2016.

Frank Pajestka, Jr. has asked to reserve the lodge hall for his daughter Victoria Pajestka’s wedding on July 9, 2016.

American Legion lease was discussed. Motion was made by Joe W. Liles (American Legion) and Coleman Benner (SPJST) and seconded by Frank Horak and Curtis Janke to leave lease as 2015. Contract was signed, and the motion carried.

For New Year’s Eve, the question was asked: “Do we have bingo??”

Members were asked to think about it.

Delegates to the SPJST Convention in 2016 were elected upon a motion by Curtis Janke and seconded by Shirley Liles. The four delegates are Frank Horak, Rita Spinn, Frank Pajestka, Jr., and Joe W. Liles. Alternates are Connie Horak, Risa Pajestka, Linda Hill,

and Silveria Tschoerner.

Birthdays in November are Dan Hendrix, Helen Pajestka, Vicki Slye, Jacob Horak, and Allison Janke.

Henry and Katheryn Hegar celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary.

Daniel and Rayetta Hendrix celebrated their 32nd wedding anniversary on November 19. Frank and Connie Horak celebrated their 21st wedding anniversary.

Get well wishes to Jim McDougall, Barbara Taisler-Hill, Curtis Wayne Wolf, Tony Sladecek, and Glenda Liles.

Door prize winners of cold drinks were Helen Pajestka, Frank Horak, Frank Pajestka, Sr., Frank Pajestka, Jr., and Silveria Tschoerner.

Homemade wreath donated by Rita Spinn to Lodge 80 Youth Club was won by Barbara Taisler-Hill.

Officers of Lodge 80 were elected for 2016. All officers were elected by acclamation in separate motions. They are: President Rita Spinn Vice President Joe W. Liles Secretary/Reporter Linda Hill Treasurer/FAC Frank Pajestka Jr. Youth Leader Connie Horak

All board of directors were elected by acclamation in one motion. They are: Bar Chairman/Board of Director Silveria Tschoerner Bingo Chairman/Board of Director Ann Weir Board of Director Curtis Wolf Cleaning Chairman/Board of Director

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Helen Pajestka Board of Director Danny Hendrix Board of Director Barbara Taisler-Hill Board of Director Coleman Benner

The new slate of officers and board members will become effective on January 1, 2016.

Meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m. with a motion made by Coleman Benner and seconded by Helen Pajestka.

Linda Hill Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 81 Needville Christmas social Sunday, Dec. 20

For our next meeting on Sunday, December 20, 2015, we will have honey-baked ham and sausage at 12 noon. It will be our Christmas social.

Members, please bring a side dish and a dessert. Christmas bags and door prizes will be given.

Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 84, Dallas Czech Christmas Extravaganza Sunday, Dec. 13

Dear Readers, The day is almost upon us, and I hope you have been saving the date!

What: CZECH Christmas Party!

When: Sunday, December 13

Where:SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas 2625 Floyd Street Dallas, Texas Time: Doors open at 4 p.m. with happy hour

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Veselé Vánoce oslava všech oslav!/ Merry Christmas celebration of all celebrations!

Here are the details so I hope you are enticed to attend!

Knedlíky knedlíky and more knedlíky!

Please bring your favorite knedlíky recipe and spend time with other Czech members sharing preparation tips! Dessert knedlíky, dinner knedlíky, Svačina knedlíky! It doesn’t matter, sharing cooking tips are always a plus.

The lodge will provide the meat, but in the flavor of the party, we are asking that everyone bring a prepared authentic Czech side dish that is your favorite to share! Some of my favorites include: Kolače, Fasankove koblihy (fried doughnuts), Sladko-kysele zeli (sweet sauerkraut), Okurkovy salat (cucumber salad), bramborovy salat (potato salad).

If you are not Czech, then a side dish of your choice will be fine.

You are going to feel like you are in the mother land with all the Czech

things going on like:

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Česká hudba – czech music český zpěv – Czech singing česká konverzace – czech conversation České program – Czech programs pivo – beer

The day is sure to be filled with překvapení! Řekněte své rodině, řekněte svým přátelům, český člověk říct, že víte, že to bude chtít přijet a užít si, co máme děje v této vánoční večírek! / Tell your family, tell your friends, tell any Czech person you know who will want to come and enjoy what we will have going on at this Christmas party!

Hezké Svátky, Anne Scott Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 107, Floresville Hosts Supper for Volunteer Fire Department SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville hosted the Floresville Volunteer Fire Department to a cajun supper on Monday, November 16, 2015. Thirteen members plus some of their families dined on cajun food, jambalaya, rice, gumbo, and a variety of desserts. A good time was enjoyed by all.

LEFT PHOTO: Members and friends set up for the cajun supper at the fire department.

RIGHT PHOTO: The food is ready, and serving begins.

LEFT PHOTO: Floresville Volunteer Fire Department and their families line up for supper. At right is Roxanne Bertrand of Lodge 107, Floresville, who was the chef for the event. CENTER PHOTO: Left to right,

Lian Pruski, Robert, Wendy, Trey, Roxy, Janie, and Oscar take a break from serving for a photo. RIGHT PHOTO: Friends help SPJST with the meal.

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Lodge 87, Temple Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 13

Dear Members, We invite you to attend the Lodge 87, Temple Christmas party on Sunday, December 13, 2015, at SPJST Home Office, located at 520 North Main Street in Temple.

We will be joining our friends from Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point for a nice Christmas event, and we look forward to seeing you there! We will begin with a social at 12:30 p.m. A delicious catered lunch will be served at 1 p.m.

Attendees are asked to bring a dessert. We are also collecting canned goods, socks, toiletry items, and coats/jackets to be donated to Feed My Sheep. Your donations will be appreciated and will help make Christmas a little brighter for those in need.

Join us for dinner, games, and door prizes!

Please RSVP with number attending by Wednesday, December 9 by calling Karin Bryant at 254-338-3275 or Judith Little at 254-913-8568 or 254-778-1592.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Lodge 87, Temple!

Fraternally, Karin Bryant, President —SPJST—

Lodge 92 Fort Worth invites all to events

Dear Members and Friends, We invite you to mark these December dates on your calendars. Please come on out for a great time!

Friday, December 11 Tanglefoot dance from 8 to 11 p.m.

Members are $10, and non-members are $17.

Saturday, December 12 Children’s Christmas party from 5 p.m. til . . . Santa comes to Lodge 92 bringing fruit and nut bags for all the kids - young and old. Please bring wrapped gifts for your children.

Sunday, December 13 Saint Thomas Festival at Lodge 92.

There will be a posada from 3 to 5 p.m. There will be a procession with Spanish and English Christmas carols.

Nachos and snacks will be served. Ad-

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Lodge 142, Houston Honors Veterans

Lodge 117 Robstown Christmas dinner Saturday, Dec. 12

Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 117, Robstown will hold its quarterly meeting on Saturday, December 12, 2015, at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard Street from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. After the meeting, we will have our Christmas dinner.

Fraternally, Frances McDonald, President —SPJST—

Lodge 142, Houston honored Veterans at its November 8, 2015, meeting. Pictured are, left to right, Emil Kutra - three years - United States Army - World War II; Steve Roznovsky - two years - United States Army - Korean War; Jack Manchack - four years - United States Air Force Cuban Missile Crisis, Vietnam; Jack Dowling - two years - United States Navy - Peace Time; Gus Molnoskey - two years - United States Army Peace Time.

—Submitted by Pat Schleider, FAC

mission is $5 per person. The posada will be followed by a one-man performance of “Bah Humbug,” a take on A Christmas Carol. Admission is $20 per person and includes dinner served from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. The performance starts at 6:45 p.m. Reservations are needed to plan for enough food.

Call Mary Ann Krivanek at 817-6889958 for reservations.

Friday, December 18 Al Nelson Concert Tribute to the music of the 50s, 60s and 70s. $12 includes admission and barbecue dinner with coffee or tea. Enjoy dinner 6 to 8 p.m. and the concert from 8 to 10 p.m.

Table reservations are accepted with paid admissions on a first come, first serve basis. Call Jon at 817-624-1361.

Sunday, December 20 Metro Dance. Open to the public.

Thursday, December 31 New Year’s Eve Dance with Doc Gibbs and his orchestra. Ballroom dancing. Evening attire. Cornbread and black-eyed peas will be served.

Reservations are now being accepted. $25 per person. Call Jon 817-6241361.

Hall Rentals For information regarding hall events and rentals, please call Events Manager Jon Durham at 817-6241361 or check the hall’s website:

www.nationalhallfortworth.com.

Fraternally, Angela Paprskar Casteel President —SPJST—

Lodge 92 Fort Worth plans New Year’s Eve dance

Bring in the New Year enjoying big band ballroom dance sound of Doc Gibbs at SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth National Hall, located at 3316 Robert’s Cut-Off Road in Fort Worth, Texas.

Doc Gibbs plays the music you can dance to. As a former dance instructor, having taught country, pop, ballroom, and line dancing, Doc knows the beat to move your feet! People love Doc’s “feel-good” music whether it is the rumba, tango, swing, waltz, or mambo. Doc has provided music for popular shows including Joan Rivers, the Drifters, and Percy Sledge.

This multi-talented entertainer and showman is ready to play us into the New Year. Dance is from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door.

—SPJST—

Lodge 133 San Antonio Christmas luncheon Sunday, Dec. 20

SPJST Lodge 133, San Antonio will hold its Christmas luncheon on Sunday, December 20, 2015, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Activity Center, located at 1630 Goliad Road.

Registration will begin at 12 noon.

A ham lunch will be served as well as dessert.

After lunch, members will enjoy a games party and celebrate the coming holiday.

Please join us for some good food, fellowship, and fun.

Jarolyn Popp, President —SPJST—

Lodge 142 Houston Christmas meal Sunday, Dec. 13

Dear Members, Lodge 142, Houston will meet this Sunday, December 13, 2015, at 2 p.m. in the annex building at Lodge 88, Houston. This is a very important meeting because we will elect officers and delegates for the 2016 SPJST Convention. Committees will also be appointed.

Before the meeting, we will celebrate Christmas with a delicious meal served at 1 p.m. Ham and all the trimmings will be served.

Fraternally, Alice Jochen, Secretary —SPJST—

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Lodge 151 Wharton Christmas social Monday, Dec. 14

SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton will hold its Christmas social and quarterly meeting on Monday, December 14, 2015, at Wharton Depot Museum, located at 100 Sunset Street in Wharton.

A catered turkey and dressing meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. Please RSVP to Carolyn Bucek at 979-5321910 before Tuesday, December 8 if you plan to attend. Members will furnish the desserts.

The presentation of 50-year pins will take place after the meal. Fiftyyear members are Cynthia Bucek Smith, Janie Bucek, Madeline Kubosh, Caroline Oliver, and Anthony Spacek. Members of the recipients’ families are invited to attend as guests.

Officers for 2016 will be elected.

Please volunteer to take an office. In addition, we need to select delegates and substitutes for the 2016 Convention.

Members with birthdays in October, November, and December will be honored.

We hope to see you.

Fraternally, Janie Bucek Secretary/FAC —SPJST—

Lodge 179 Warrenton meets Thursday, Dec. 10

Dear Members, The next Lodge 179, Warrenton meeting has been moved to an earlier time - Thursday, December 10, 2015.

The social begins at 5:30 p.m., and the meeting is at 6 p.m. We will meet at JW’s Steakhouse in the main dining room.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Fraternally, Ricky Weyand, Reporter —SPJST—

Members Participate in Jan Hus after 600 Years: History and Heritage

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have!

Bring your kids or grandkids. We had a great crowd last year, and we look forward to seeing you again!

We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, December 13!

Please Help Us Set Up on Saturday, December 12 We need members to help us set up for the party. If you can help, please come on Saturday, December 12 at 6 p.m. to Brazos County Senior Center.

Fraternally, Gerald Rieger Secretary/Treasurer —SPJST—

Left to right, Ben Kruse, elder of Westheimer Community Church and new pastor of Rosenberg Community Church; Candace Kruse, elder of Westheimer Community Church; SPJST Lodge 81, Needville member Leroy Parthum, elder of Westheimer Community Church; Betty Parthum, elder of Westheimer Community Church; SPJST Lodge 169, Brenham member Dorothy J. Strickland; and SPJST Lodge 169, Brenham President/Sales Agent Rev. Nello Strickland participated in Jan Hus after 600 Years: History and Heritage, sponsored by The Unity of the Brethren and held at Blinn College in Brenham, Texas, on November 14, 2015. The event allowed for reflection about who Jan Hus was and what his significance is for Christians today. The symposium is also geared at acknowledging other events in the world that were taking place in this era as well as the lingering impact that Jan Hus has had on thousands of Czech Americans.

Lodge 183 Arlington family potluck Sunday, Dec. 13

Lodge 183, Arlington will have a family night potluck on Sunday, December 13, 2015. Plan to arrive at 4 p.m. The meal will be served at 5 p.m.

The meat will be furnished. Everyone needs to bring a side dish and/or a dessert. Santa will also attend and hand out candy to the children.

Contact Ann Pustejovsky if you plan to attend. Santa Claus will arrive and have candy for the children. There will not be a Chinese gift exchange.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone! Everyone have a happy and prosperous 2016!

Respectfully submitted, Darlene Hollingsworth Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 189 Bryan-College Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 13

Dear Members, We invite you to attend our December meeting and annual Christmas dinner on Sunday, December 13, 2015, at 12 noon at The Brazos County Senior Center, located at 1402 Bristol Street in Bryan. The Center is located on the street behind Hillier Funeral Home, off of East 29th Street, one block north of St. Joseph Hospital.

A good meal will be provided!

Members are asked to bring a dessert to share.

We urge all members to attend this annual lodge dinner. To ensure that enough food will be prepared, please RSVP to Lodge 189 President Henry Mayo 979-693-2777 or 979-777-1426 or to Lodge 189 Secretary/Treasurer Gerald Rieger 979-778-1592 or 979229-3920. If no answer, please leave a message with your attendance number.

Remember, we are all in the SPJST family, and it is important to share in this fraternal activity and keep our lodge active. We will have a drawing for money like Ernie Wentrcek used to

Lodge 196 Houston-West Christmas open house Sunday, Dec. 13

Lodge 196, Houston-West is pleased to announce that we are having a Christmas open house this Sunday, December 13, 2015, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the lodge hall, located at 17810 Huffmeister Road in Cypress, Texas.

We are serving punch and holiday cookies in a festive atmosphere of traditional holiday music - along with special gifts for children under 16 years of age. All members of SPJST and their guests are invited, and we would especially like to see many of our own lodge members attend.

We look forward to seeing many of you at the open house.

Fraternally, Don Fruin, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 200 Bruceville-Eddy Christmas party Thursday, Dec. 10

Dear Members, Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy invites you to its annual Christmas party on Thursday, December 10, 2015, at Raymond’s Southern Kitchen, located on Northbound IH-35 Frontage Road in Lorena, at 6:30 p.m.

Come enjoy dinner, door prizes, and a good time. Bring a wrapped gift

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valued at $5 for a fun exchange game.

Please RSVP with your name and number attending by Tuesday, December 8 by calling President Allen Trigg, Sr. at 254-624-5152 or sending an email or text to Treasurer David Nauert at davidn@vvm.com or 254534-0809.

We look forward to seeing you at the party, and we wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Fraternally, Michael D. Hosch Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 202 Jourdanton Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 13

Lodge 202, Jourdanton Christmas party will be Sunday, December 13, 2015, at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center. The lodge will furnish tamales. Adults may bring sides, and youth will furnish desserts. Also, please bring unwrapped toys and nonperishable food for ACCEPT. The youth club will fill shoe boxes with toys, school supplies, and hygiene products for CASA. Fraternally, Bettie House Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 229, Abilene Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 11

Dear Lodge 229 Members, We are having a lodge Christmas party on Friday, December 11, 2015, at 6:30 p.m. at Hawley Church of Christ, located at 410 Fourth Street in Hawley, Texas 79525. The party will be in the activity room. It is off the main road as you are coming into Hawley just after you pass Dollar General on the right hand side of the road. Go into the back parking lot.

We sure hope everyone can come and have fun and join in on the fellowship.

It is going to be potluck, but the lodge will furnish the ham. Please RSVP so we know how much meat to get. Also, let us know what kind of dish you will be bringing so we won’t have all of the same thing.

If you can, please bring a non-perishable food item so we can do a food basket for a needy family.

For more information or to RSVP, contact Susie Hudson 325-370-0573 or Janice Stevens 325-669-7904.

We hope to see you there, Janice Stevens, President —SPJST—

Lodge 207, Iowa Park Members Appreciate SPJST Scholarships

Wade Hanson received his senior ring from Texas A&M University in College Station. He will graduate in May 2016. Wade says thanks to SPJST for the scholarship to start his freshman year at Texas A&M. He is pictured with his sister, Marti Hanson, who is also attending Texas A&M University in College Station and also received an SPJST Scholarship.

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Congratulations, Lodge 202, Jourdanton Member Frances Kovar

Lodge 246 Morgan’s Point Christmas party Sunday, Dec. 13

Dear Members, We invite you to attend the SPJST Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Christmas party this Sunday, December 13, 2015, at SPJST Home Office, located at 520 North Main Street in Temple. We look forward to seeing you there! We will begin with a social at 12:30 p.m. A delicious catered lunch will be served at 1 p.m. We are happy that our friends from Lodge 87, Temple will be joining us for the party.

Attendees are asked to bring a dessert. We are also collecting canned goods, socks, toiletry items, and coats/jackets to be donated to Feed My Sheep. Your donations will be appreciated and will help make Christmas a little brighter for those in need.

Join us for dinner, games, and door prizes!

Please RSVP with number attending by Wednesday, December 9 by sending an email with the number attending to jameslee.three@gmail.com or calling 254-289-6816.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point!

Fraternally, James Lee, III, President —SPJST—

District Seven Director Bob Bayer presented Lodge 202, Jourdanton member Frances Emillia Kovar with an SPJST special recognition certificate for attaining the grand age of 100 on Wednesday, November 18, 2015.

Mrs. Kovar shall remain a member of SPJST with all the benefits and privileges of an active member and no further dues or assessments will be required.

—Photo by Bettie House

Fort Worth Ladies Circle

The November meeting of the Ladies Circle of Lodge 92, Fort Worth began with our seasonal holiday craft show. Included in the items on display and for sale were handsewn and crocheted goods, jewelry, antiques, homebaked delicacies, jams, jellies, artwork, and more.

Members brought non-perishable items to supplement two Tarrant area food banks during the holidays and their busiest time of the year. The service work, community outreach, and fraternalism exhibited by this group is truly an inspiration to see in action!

The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance being led by President Cathy Simmank, followed by Thanksgiving prayers and an inspirational reading from Theretta Praslicka. President Cathy welcomed guests including Joyce Wiley, a friend of members Mary Ann Adcock and Darlene Tompkins. She is a very nice lady, and we hope that she will become a member soon!

The minutes of the October meeting were presented to the group by Secretary Joan Shropshire and approved as read. Treasurer Margaret Laymance updated the membership with the current status of our account, which brought smiles to everyone’s face. We have enough in our coffers to make our annual charitable donations!

The sunshine report was presented

by Marlene Bass. She was sorry to report that Lydia Alholm had fallen and that Doris Overstreet is scheduled for back surgery. However, we must not be a glum lot; Pauline Brownlee sent

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word via her daughter Robyn that she misses seeing us, and hopes that she will be able to attend meetings again someday.

President Cathy reined the meeting back into order and focused our attention to unfinished business from last month.

The decision to vote on a caterer for next month’s catered luncheon had been tabled until more information was available. The membership was presented with menus and pricing from Coburn’s Catering and The Traveling Bistro, aka Ladies Circle member Sherrie Kubala-Watkins’

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company. Both caterers offered scrumptious menu ideas with competitive prices, but the membership had been pleased with the food and service provided last year and decided to have Coburn’s cater the event again this year. Members were asked to add their names to an RSVP list so that an

accurate head count could be ascertained for the function.

Being the end of 2015 is fast approaching, there was some business to wrap up. The question was brought before the membership asking if we would like to continue the practice of sending Christmas cards to members,

Lodges 92, Fort Worth and 154, Fort Worth Hosts SPJST Floats Sunday, November 22, 2015 • Fort Worth Parade of Lights • Downtown Fort Worth, Texas

SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth members hosted the Merry Minions Christmas float and Lodge 154, Fort Worth members hosted “A Frozen Christmas” float in the Fort Worth Parade of Lights on Sunday, November 22, 2015. The floats both received one of the top awards in the parade - “Director’s Award,” and the Minions float also received “Honorable Mention Float Award.”

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and prior members who are in longterm care facilities. I didn’t count, but I am pretty sure that the “of courses” and the “yesses” tied! Not a single “no” was spoken.

The decision as to which charities will benefit from the Ladies Circle contributions and the amount of charitable contributions for this year was tabled until our January 2016 meeting.

An emphasis was put on the hostess list being passed for sign-up to make sure there were hostesses for January.

Thank goodness the membership listens. We had volunteers sign up to provide meat and to serve in January.

November hostesses Carolyn Belew, Ann Cooksey, Brenda Lackey, Betty Lloyd, and Janice Record definitely set the bar high with their many choices. The array of tempting food included fried chicken, ham, kraut, and sausage, and so many side dishes and salads. There was barely any room left on the serving table. The dessert table was overflowing, too!

Speaking of goodies, it was decided that members would bring their favorite holiday treats - cookies, candy, baked goods - to share their recipes with everyone at the December meeting as well as bring a gift valued between $10 and $15 for the annual gift exchange. Please remember not to bring wine or alcoholic beverages for the exchange. Due to the gift exchange, there will not be a door prize drawing at the December meeting because we are all going to win in the gift exchange!

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Fort Worth Ladies Circle Shares September Meeting Scenes

LEFT PHOTO: Hostesses Theresa Clay, Marilyn Dorio, and Marlene Bass. RIGHT PHOTO: September birthdays Don Morbitzer, Charlie Davidson, Betty Lloyd, Mary Ann Krivanek, and Lucy Martinez. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Lydia Alholm with her 50-year homecoming

November birthday celebrants Marlene Bass, Chelsey Davidson, Marilyn Dorio, Jackie Phillips, and Ann Schneider were recognized with a rousing rendition of “Happy Birthday,” but it wasn’t the same with out our unofficial mascot Charlie Davidson. It seems that Charlie wanted to come to the meeting, but spilled yogurt on his shirt and didn’t want us to get smudged when we hugged him, I guess. Hopefully, we will get to see him in December.

mum. She was honored as the “Coming Home Queen Class of 1938.” BELOW CENTER PHOTO: New member Noah Davidson. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Sunny Kercho with her college cheerleading uniform top.

—Submitted by Joan Shropshire, Secretary

The hostesses were ready with lunch so door prizes were quickly given.

Theretta blessed the food with a sweet, sweet prayer, and we commenced with a wonderful meal!

After we had eaten, Garland Ellsworth shooed the hostesses out of the kitchen to play bingo while he finished the kitchen clean up. He is a priceless jewel!

We played 13 games of bingo before the meeting was adjourned.

We look forward to seeing everyone for the catered holiday luncheon in December! Please remember if you haven’t paid your membership dues or if you bring guests, the cost of the catered meal will be equal to the price we are paying the caterer - $13.80.

That motion was made and passed at a meeting earlier in the calendar year.

Happy Holidays!

Lisa Juran for Joan Shropshire, Secretary —SPJST—

Fort Worth Ladies Circle Shares October Meeting Scenes

LEFT PHOTO: Hostesses Bessie Ellsworth, Christine Apperson, and Lisa Ellsworth. CENTER PHOTO: Costumed ladies Sunny Kercho, left, and

Janet Basham. RIGHT PHOTO: Birthdays, left to right, Janet Basham, Louise Collins, Norma McLendon.

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Call of the Caregiver: What about You?

by Greg Fitzhugh Lodge 25, Ennis

The phone rang just about the time I was going to bed. Who would be calling at this time of night? Whenever that happens, I always expect the worst. Someone has been in a car wreck, or is on the way to the hospital, or someone is stranded on the other side of town with a car that won’t run.

So what was it this time? Car trouble?

Heart attack? Robbery?

Nope. The cat unplugged the refrigerator.

My mother-in-law lived alone in a large, old house about 12 miles away and somehow, one of her cats had gotten behind the fridge, and now it was unplugged. Why does this stuff happen at 11:30 at night? I’m sure I’m not the only one. There’s been many a caregiver going about their business, caring for a loved one and looking for answers. Each day can present its own challenges and unique situations, where we must change our plans, reschedule our day, or just heave a sigh and get on with it.

No one becomes a caregiver out of convenience. Mostly it comes from necessity. And there’s not a thing in the world wrong with that. Caregivers are good people, ready to roll up their sleeves and do what needs to be done.

But you know what? I believe there’s more to it than that . . . more to that decision than simply having that “get it done” attitude. Deep inside, in the heart of a caregiver, lives the seed of love.

Love is patient, love is kind. It does

Bessie Eva Shortner Becker Achieves Grand Age of 96

SPJST congratulates Sister Bessie Eva Shortner Becker of Lodge 97, Placedo, who celebrates her 96th birthday on December 21, 2015. Sister Becker receives all SPJST member benefits with no further dues or assessments.

Sister Bessie was born to Jacob and Anna Linhart Shortner at the family farm, eight miles out of Karnes City, Texas. She had two brothers - Edward and August Shortner ( both deceased), and four sisters - Elize Brosh (deceased, Lillie Schramek (deceased), Annie Marcak (deceased), and Viola Luttrell.

Bessie married Oscar M. Becker on June 10, 1940, at St. Cornelius Catholic Church. They were blessed with three children - Judith Bellanger and spouse Harold, Sr. of Victoria, Texas, Michael Becker and spouse Brenda of Broodheadsville, Pennsyl-

not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.

It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. (NIV)(1 Corinthians 13:4– 8) When you commit to becoming a caregiver, just know that this task will require a lot of time and sacrifice. It is a difficult choice, and it should not be made lightly. I’ve come to believe that the convenient choice, (that which is most convenient for us) is all too often made out of fear. Fear that you’ll lose something of your life. Fear that it’s all just too hard, too long, and too expensive. We have our own life, our own

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vania, and Lawrence Becker and spouse Glinda of Port Lavaca. Bessie is also blessed with six grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and one greatgreat-grandchild.

Bessie has been a manager and secretary for Alice Independent School cafeteria. She is very active in many organizations, such as Our Lady of Victory Altar Society, Catholic Daughters, Victoria County Senior Citizens volunteer, Hospice of South Texas, and Prayer Shawl ministry volunteer.

Bessie loves crocheting, reading, and her flowers.

Congratulations again to Bessie Eva Becker on attaining the Grand Age of 96. Thank you, Bessie, for being a devoted member of SPJST for all these years.

—SPJST—

plan. And we’re afraid to lose those plans. We do not want to give up our own plans.

But there are some, when faced with this choice, find not choosing to help, . . . unacceptable.

I’m here today as a witness. I’ve been a caregiver . . . twice. I’m not going to tell you it was easy. And yes, we had to change our plans. But, looking back, I believe it was the right choice. I have no regrets. And I would like to encourage you, as you consider your choices, that it’s not all gloom and doom. There are good days and happy times. And yes, there are days when you have to come over late at night just to plug-in the refrigerator.

But it’s not hard to care for people you love. And I think it’s up to you to make

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it what you want. Whatever you decide, (and there is no right or wrong answer), I would like suggest that you not let “fear” have a voice in your decision. Talk it over with your family, pray about it, sleep on it, and listen to your heart.

You’ll know what’s best for your situation.

Greg is a member of SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis. He has been a caregiver, along with his wife and family for 13 years. He is currently the owner/operator of Caregiver-Aid.com where he writes articles for and about caregivers.

—SPJST—

Confetti Parade The leaves which in the summer gave cool refreshing shade Now fall to earth in spectacle a confetti grand parade All the raking is back breaking Oh what a price is paid

Till all the leaves fall from these trees little dent is ever made.

—SPJST—

~d.knape

Fort Worth Ladies Circle Shares November Scenes

LEFT PHOTO: Hostesses are Betty Lloyd, Janice Record, Ann Cooksey, Brenda Lackey. CENTER PHOTO: Birthdays are Chelsey Davidson, Baby

Noah, Marline Bass, and Marilyn Dorio. RIGHT PHOTO: Visitor Joyce Wiley from Denton.

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Expression of Sympathy

We the members of Lodge 66, Waco, wish to express our deepest and sincerest sympathy to the family of our departed brother.

GEORGE E. PAULING, JR. George E. Pauling Jr., 85, of Waco, Texas, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday, November 22, 2015. Services were at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 28 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend George Pauling Dr. Shane Pruitt officiating. Burial was at 1:30 p.m. at Blue Ridge Cemetery near Marlin.

Visitation was from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Friday, November 27 at the funeral home.

George was born November 7, 1930, in Marlin to George, Sr. and Rosella (Woodland) Pauling. He graduated from Marlin High School in 1948. He served in the United States Navy, Air Force, Army, and National Guard until retiring as a Major after 21 years of service. He worked for the Waco Tribune Herald until retiring, and was a rural letter carrier for over 30 years.

George was very active with the Southern Little League, coaching his sons early on, teaching the official scorekeeping class and being an official scorekeeper for the State Little League Regional Championships for over 40 years. He also held many positions including president several times with SPJST Lodge 66, Waco and was on the S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home Board for many years.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son Terry Pauling; and brother James Pauling.

Survivors include his wife of 41 years Sue Pauling of Waco; son David Pauling and wife Brenda of Allen; daughter Trish Holder-Guidroz of Waco; sister Janet Fairman of Marlin; brother Connie Pauling and wife Vonnie of Bryan; sister-in-law Louise Pauling of San Antonio; grandchildren Brad Pauling and wife Sandi of Plano, Brent Pauling and wife Marisol of Wylie, Tanner Guidroz, Trenton

Guidroz, and Tristean Huffman, all of Waco; great-grandchildren Sam and Kaitlyn; and numerous nieces and nephews.

George was a kind, patient, and loving husband, father, and pawpaw who will be truly missed.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Resolution Committee Diana Engelke Dorothy Veselka —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy

We, the members of SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the family of JACQUELINE RENE HERSCHAP, lovingly called “Jackie” by family and friends, went to live in heaven on Thursday, November 26, 2015, after a brief and sudden illness.

Jackie was born in Wharton, Texas, on November 5, 1959, to Hilda and Julius Smolik, the J. Herschap fourth of their six children.

She grew up in Newgulf and graduated from Boling High School. Following high school, she studied at Wharton County Junior College and eventually graduated from the University of Texas in Austin with a degree in accounting. She began her professional career as a CPA with the firm of Ernst and Whinney in Houston. In the following years, she was employed by Damson Oil Corp., American General Corp., Chase Bank, Resources Connection, NFP Securities, and lastly, Austin Regional Clinic.

In their early years, the Smolik family moved three doors away from the Herschap family, and Max Douglas Herschap first asked Jackie to a church outing when she was in the fifth grade, and he was in the seventh.

They remained close over the following years and later, after eight years of dating, Jackie married her high school

sweetheart and best friend Doug on June 11, 1983. Jackie and Doug lived in Houston for 12 years and had two children, Max and Alison Herschap, who are their parents’ delight. They moved to Austin in 1993. Jackie was a caring mother who proudly supported her children in all their activities, especially the Bowie High School Baseball Team and Silver Star Dance Team.

She was a member of SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton.

Jackie is survived by husband Doug; children Max and Alison; father Julius Smolik; brother Sam Smolik and wife Stephanie; and sisters Louann Kacal and husband Gary, Gayle Kacal, Gina Hand and husband Rob, and Lisa Stolle and husband, John. She was also loved deeply by her Herschap family, including A.C. and Marilyn Shelton, Trey and Vivian Herschap, Dane and Leanne Isenhower, and Tommy and Faith Johnson.

Countless nieces, nephews, and friends will also remember her for the wonderful and exceptional woman she was.

A celebration of Jackie’s life was observed at 11 a.m., Saturday, December 5 at Marshall Ford Fellowship in Austin.

Fraternally, Janie Bucek, Secretary —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy

We, the Resolution Committee of Karel Jonas Lodge No. 28, East Bernard, Texas, wish to express sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed member DOROTHY LYNN SINDEL SMALLWOOD age 78, of Bay City, Texas, who passed away on Monday, August 3, 2015.

She was born October 12, 1936, in East Bernard to the late Jim Sindel and Bessie Fojtik Sindel.

She was preceded in death by son Daniel Ellis.

D. Smallwood Survivors include husband Jimmie Smallwood of Bay City; daughters Ramona Smallwood, Sonja Kjergaard and husband Todd, both of Bay City and Yvonne

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Mader of Wharton; sons Dennis Ellis and wife Mikki of Kilgore and Dwayne Smallwood of Bay City; grandchildren Daniel and Matthew Ellis, Zachary Smallwood, Logan Smallwood, Ashley Stephens, Ethan and Kelsey Kjergaard, Jahsen Dilger, Savanna Paul, Misty Tyler, and Michael Mader; and a number of great-grandchildren.

The family received friends and relatives from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, August 7 at the funeral home. Funeral service was at 10 a.m., Saturday, August 8 at Taylor Bros. Funeral Home with Reverend Chester Sassman officiating. Interment followed at Roselawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers were Logan and Zachary Smallwood, Ethan Kjergaard, Christian Oyler, Matthew Ellis, and Joseph Ward.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.taylorbros.net.

Arrangements were with Taylor Bros. Funeral Home in Bay City.

May she rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee Helen Kelner, Secretary —SPJST—

In Memory of Susan Sacky

Her spouse, children and grandchildren would like to honor Susan for her 73 years of sunshine that was sometimes seasoned with occasional obstinance. We were glad to be with her because of the affection she showed to others.

Susan Sacky was a member of SPJST Lodge 79, Corpus Christi and of Sokol. She was known for her deft touch in buttering kolache when baking with her friends of both organizations.

We know Susan was reunited with her late parents Edward and Brazel Dougherty and in particular, with her brother Braeward Ferrell Dougherty who was lost to a traffic accident at an early age.

She is survived by husband Frank L. Sacky; sons Kevin (Abby) and Paul; daughter Milena; and grandchildren Gabriella, Annika, and Mia. Visitation was held from 3 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, November 28 at Seaside Funeral Home Chapel.

—SPJST—

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In Memory of Georgia Honza

Georgia Louise Honza, age 91, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2014, in Fort Worth, Texas.

Georgia was born February 25, 1923, in Telico to Charlie and Mary Rose Taraba Trojacek. She lived in Telico for a few years until her family moved to a new farm in Ennis. She had a happy childhood growing up on the farm with her sister Vickie and Georgia Honza brother Leo. She graduated from Ennis High School and moved to Fort Worth. During World War II, she worked as a real “Rosie, the Riveter” at the North American Aircraft Plant. She was of Czechoslovakian heritage and enjoyed the Czech dances in Fort Worth; that is how she became reacquainted with a young man she knew from junior high school. On January 2, 1947, she married the love of her life Frank Wesley Honza. On September 9, 1949, their only child Judy Kaye Honza was born.

Frank worked at Convair (now Lockheed Martin) so they made their home in Fort Worth, but in the early years, they traveled to Ennis nearly every weekend to see their parents and work on the farm. She devoted her whole life to taking care of her family.

She had worked at Montgomery Ward before her child was born and returned in 1963 to work at the tube station until she retired in 1984. She enjoyed her family of Montgomery Ward friends, and her daughter even worked on the eighth floor with her. Georgia and Frank were happily married until he died in 2001. They were members of St. Patrick Cathedral in Fort Worth, and she will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her especially her daughter, to which her mother was the whole world.

Georgia was preceded in death by her parents Mary Rose Trojacek and Charlie Trojacek; husband Frank Wesley Honza; brother Leo Trajacek; and nephew Bobby Honza.

Survivors include daughter Judy Kaye Honza; sister Victoria Kohn; nephew Gary Kohn; niece Sharon Wilson; sister-in-law Leona Honza; nephew Raymond Honza, Jr.; niece Linda Tolston; sister-in-law Mildred Patak; nieces Darlene Penrod and Jo

Ann Wester; nephew Ronnie Honza; sister-in-law Agnes Garrard; nieces Amelia Easter and Gayle Ueberroth; lifelong friend Belinda Hackleman; many great-nephews and great-nieces; and many friends.

The family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, June 22 at J.E. Keever Mortuary with a rosary recited at 6 p.m. Mass of Christian burial was held at 10 a.m., Monday, June 23 at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, Ennis with Father John Dick as celebrant. Interment was in St. Joseph Cemetery in Ennis under the direction of J.E. Keever Mortuary.

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Resolution of Sympathy

We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, Texas, and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed member, ERWIN L. WIND, SR. Erwin Leo Wind, Sr., 96, passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2015.

He was preceded in death by his parents Bernard and Rosa Wind; first wife Leona Till Wind; brothers Henry, I.B., Bill, Clement, and Herman; and sisters Mollie, Margaret, and Anne.

Erwin is sur- Erwin Wind, Sr. vived by his loving wife of 14 years Ethel Wind; stepsons Charles Wind, Erwin Wind, Jr. and wife Susan, Harlon Wind, and Kirk Wind; and stepdaughters Melinda Caperton, and husband Charlie, Nerissa Korenek and husband Ken; grandchildren Greg, Stephanie, Troy, Dustin, Jason, Jody, and Kristi; great-grandchildren Tyler, Dylan, Brooklyn, Blayne, and Preston; and a host of other family and friends.

Erwin was born in Schulenburg, Texas, in 1919 and was raised on his family farm. He was a patriotic veteran who proudly served his country in the United States Army Air Corp during World War II in the Aleutian Islands. Erwin owned a successful electrical business for more than 40 years and instilled his strong work ethic and determination in his children. He was

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strong in his faith and devoted to his family. He loved the outdoors, spending time with his family on his farm in Muldoon, hunting and fishing. Erwin was an avid reader and enjoyed history. He was considered the family historian and loved sharing stories of growing up with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Erwin maintained good health for most of his life and cultivated many friendships that lasted a lifetime. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Erwin was a member of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston.

Visitation and rosary for Erwin were held Friday, October 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. with a rosary recited at 6:30 p.m. at Clayton Funeral Home. Funeral mass took place Saturday, October 31 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Helen Catholic Church with Father Hieu Nguyen officiating. Interment took place at St. Michael Catholic Cemetery in Weimar. Memorial donations may be made to M.D. Anderson or St. Helen Capital Campaign.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Resolution Committee Gladys Havemann Mamie Lorenz —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy

We, the undersigned Resolution Committee of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, Texas, and on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our departed member, GEORGE STEVE KADERA, SR. George entered this world weighing in at almost 11 pounds in an apartment above a dry goods store on West 19th Street in the Heights in Houston, Texas. The nickname “Big George” came about early on due to his large size at birth.

His early childhood was spent going to the icehouse to pick up twenty-five pound blocks of ice for the family icebox and playing G. Kaderka, Sr. games with the neighborhood children such as “wood

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tag”, “hide and seek”, and “red rover”.

Rubber band guns were popular at the time too. Some of George’s more adventurous escapades included hooking rides on the back of neighborhood street cars for short rides and hitching rides on freight trains that ran about a block away from his residence. Time was also spent listening to radio programs such as the Orson Wells Show and Dick Tracy.

Earning money as a youngster consisted of delivering grocery store circulars all day for fifty cents and selling newspapers on Saturday nights in the West 19th strip center which consisted of a movie theater, small shops, stores, and restaurants.

George attended Cooley Elementary, Hamilton Junior High, and Reagan Senior High Schools. His participation in various athletic events at Carter City Park with older boys led to his participation in sports at school.

He played football, basketball, and fast pitch softball while attending Hamilton Junior High. While at Reagan Senior High, he was an all-city football and basketball player, and became shotput and discus champion in the state.

George served in the Army Air Corps as an airplane and engine mechanic and pre-flight instructor on then B17, B24, A29, A6, A20, B26, P47, P51, C46, and C47 aircraft. What a thrill that was for a 20-year-old! He also played football, fast pitch softball, and threw the shotput and discus while in the service.

George received an athletic scholarship from Texas A&M College where he was on the football squad for three years and on the track squad for four years. In his freshman year, he won awards in the shotput, discus, and javelin. During his track career, he won more Southwest Conference championships than any other athlete; four in discus, two in shotput, and one in javelin. George was an All American in the discus in 1948 and had the second longest discus throw in the world. George was inducted into the Texas A&M Athletic Hall of Fame in 1980 and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame in Waco in February 2011.

George earned a bachelor of science degree from Texas A&M University. He earned his masters and doctorate degrees from the University of Houston.

He began his professional career teaching and coaching junior and senior high school students in the Houston Independent School District.

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within the school district first as an assistant principal then special assistant to the Superintendent of HISD. In 1950, George married Elsie Dvorak.

In September, 1966 he moved his family to McKinney, Texas upon accepting the position of Center Director for the Job Corps for Women. He returned to Houston in September of 1977 to fill the position at Houston Community College as acting director of Student Development and later became director of Personnel Services. In 1991, the was appointed associate vice chancellor for Human Resources - a position he held until his retirement in 1992.

George had a lifetime of service to community and professional associations. He was a member of SPJST Lodge 88, Houston. He was also a member of the Heights Rotary Club in Houston and also the McKinney Rotary Club serving as District Governor in 1995. He founded the Collin County 100 Club and served on the Historical Board of the City of McKinney. He was an active member of St. Peters Episcopal Church since 1966.

George is survived by his wife Elsie of 64 years; children Karolynn Sawyer of Round Rock, George Kadera, Jr. of McKinney, Frances Vaughan of Van Alstyne and Alisha Grubbs of McKinney; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be held at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in McKinney - date and time pending.

Memorial contributions can be made to St. Peter’s Episcopal Church.

May our departed brother rest in peace.

Resolution Committee Gladys Havemann Mamie Lorenz —SPJST—

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Death Claims Paid in November 2015

Name William R. Kopriva Deborah Lynn Kaluza Johnnie M. Hutyra Florine M. Kulcak Charles A. Matschek, Jr. Floyd Ronald Zahn Paul R. Stastney George Joe Veselka Clarence Goetz Irene Staha Joseph C. Ressler Elton W. Spinn Elvin M. Kocich Paul Cochran Evelyn M. Witzkoski Betty Ann Folsom Libbie Ann Kolenda Jos Zemanek, Jr. James E. Marek Geraldine Taylor Anthony J. Sevcik Miladay Sylvia Ermis Tammy R. Williamson Ruby Lee Schiller Henry M. Eberhardt Peter J. Kresta Vernon A. Pruski Jerry O. Elleven Eleanor A. Hirsch Emil E. Marek Frank H. Felcman Anna A. Sobotik James Alan Payne James R. Carroll William I. Foster Maria Hernandez Soto Robert M. Gee Rebecca Tyler Lockhart

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Lodge 47 196 54 81 49 142 79 88 49 4 91 20 23 171 142 169 107 148 40 32 88 8 80 15 66 88 107 172 97 17 201 40 74 18 39 215 88 92

Location Seaton Houston-West West Needville Rowena Houston Corpus Christi Houston Rowena Hallettsville Crosby Granger Moravia Lockhart Houston Brenham Floresville El Maton El Campo-Hillje Victoria Houston Weimar Holland Buckholts Waco Houston Floresville Pasadena Placedo New Tabor Bleiblerville-Nelsonville El Campo-Hillje Lovelady Elgin Bryan South Plains Houston Fort Worth

Date of Admission 8/21/1968 9/18/1968 12/05/2000 11/13/1945 10/24/1978 10/11/1957 8/01/1966 1/03/1948 12/29/1970 6/18/1941 2/24/1954 2/04/1970 12/01/1943 7/24/2008 4/19/1960 3/10/1955 7/03/1943 7/27/1943 1/23/1952 5/19/1954 11/14/1963 7/01/1947 12/04/1979 6/09/1970 8/12/1976 4/01/1965 2/19/2004 11/19/1969 2/20/2008 1/19/1951 8/09/1937 10/25/1955 10/24/1978 2/08/1996 3/13/1973 10/14/2011 7/02/1998 7/13/2012

To the Bereaved Survivors of Our Deceased Brothers and Sisters, the SPJST Supreme Lodge Expresses Its Heartfelt Sympathy.

Fraternally, Leonard D. Mikeska, FIC Supreme Lodge Secretary-Treasurer —SPJST—

Date of Death 9/09/2015 8/10/2015 10/14/2015 10/12/2015 10/17/2015 9/15/2015 10/20/2015 8/09/2015 9/06/2015 8/27/2015 8/09/2015 9/24/2015 9/30/2015 9/18/2015 10/09/2015 10/25/2015 9/28/2015 10/05/2015 10/19/2015 10/24/2015 8/31/2015 10/15/2015 10/20/2015 10/22/2015 10/25/2015 11/01/2015 10/09/2015 4/24/2015 10/22/2015 10/31/2015 9/09/2015 2/14/2015 2/11/1994 11/02/2015 11/02/2015 11/04/2015 9/29/2015 5/31/2015

Age 84 58 85 86 73 68 49 91 85 89 77 88 92 44 89 76 74 87 79 73 51 89 51 86 91 89 67 87 78 85 92 103 31 85 73 72 89 87

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SPJST Youth

The deadline for all Vestnik items is 5 p.m. the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to:

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our young members through the SPJST Youth Program.

This section is dedicated to the youth of SPJST. As part of its membership benefits, SPJST offers a statewide youth program. If you or someone you know is interested in learning about opportunities offered to young members of SPJST, please contact your local lodge, District Youth Counselor, State Youth Director at 800-727-7578, or visit www.spjst.org.

Youth Leaders Retreat Please mark your calenders and save the date. Youth Leaders Retreat will start on Saturday, March 19, 2016, at 10 a.m. at the SPJST Home Office.

I would like for all youth leaders to come and stay overnight with us and head home on Sunday, March 20. All youth leaders and their assistants are encouraged to attend. Spouse and guest are welcome to accompany you.

If you are planning to bring a spouse or guest, please let me know. and I will work with you on making arrangements. The registration form will be included in the January mailing.

I hope you and your family enjoyed Thanksgiving. I have enjoyed the photos of all the youth activities going on across the state. Please be sure to document all your fun times and remember to share them in the Vestnik.

I love seeing all the wonderful things everyone is doing, and I am sure our members feel the same. It is

2016 SPJST Camp Tee Shirt Design Contest The camp tee-shirt theme is “Seeking the Treasures of SPJST.” I would really like for youth leaders to encourage some discussion on this topic during your next couple of meetings.

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State Youth Director shares December updates

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

Email: melaniez@vvm.com

Questions?

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great that you do things in your community and that youth leaders and parents are giving their youth experiences that build strong character traits and that can never be taken away. The most important part is that you have fun while doing it! It’s even nicer when you take the time to share news and photos of your great works with our SPJST family.

I wish you and your family an amazing Christmas, and thank you, leaders, for the gifts of time, energy, and perseverance that you devote to

2016 Youth Program Theme: “Seeking the Treasures of SPJST” Our youth club theme is “Seeking the Treasures of SPJST.” This is a great theme that hopefully will give our young artists the opportunity to make some great designs for next year’s camp tee-shirt design contest.

Please encourage all of your youth club members to enter. The grand prize is a $100 Visa gift card and a free tee-shirt for the winner. Contest deadline is January 31, 2016. All participants receive two merit points and a participation certificate.

President’s Volunteer Service Award The SPJST Youth Program is sponsoring the President’s Volunteer Service Awards for all SPJST youth who are eligible to receive the awards. No youth may receive more than one President's Volunteer Service Awards during the preceding calendar year.

SPJST will recognize youth for volunteer service during January 1 through December 31, 2015. This is a great opportunity for our youth members, parents, and groups. Please read about the program on page 40 of the youth club handbook. Volunteer Service Tracking Forms are available from the State Youth Director or on the SPJST webpage. Forms must be returned by February 28 to the State Youth Director. We can also provide you with log-in information, and you can electronically log your hours.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about the program.

State Duchess Dances at Will-O-Bell Nursing Home in Bartlett Submitted by State Duchess Makayla Newsom • District Two • Lodge 48, Beyersville FAR LEFT PHOTO: State Duchess Makayla and sister Brooke Newsom visit with Mrs. Luna. LEFT PHOTO: The girls visit with GreatGrandma Urbanek.

RIGHT and BELOW PHOTOS: District Two Beseda Dancers perform at Will-O-Bell Nursing Home.

Hello, Readers!

Sorry - I am a little behind on sending this, but I danced for Czech Heritage Month. My beseda group went and danced for the residents at Will-O-Bell nursing home in Bartlett. My great-grandma Urbanek lives there now. She has never seen me dance before. They brought a lot of the people in a big room, and we did our dance. After we danced, we all handed out cookies and punch to residents, and I visited with a couple of them. I had fun doing this and would like to go back soon.

Your State Duchess, Makayla Newsom —SPJST—

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SPJST Scholarships and Leadership Grants All members who are high school seniors and undergraduates are encouraged to apply for the SPJST General Scholarship. Active youth club members are encouraged to apply for both the General Scholarship and the Leadership Grant. Please remember that you need to be an active youth club member to apply for the Leadership Grant. For more information or for applications, please call Sandra Dubcak in the Fraternal Department.

Completed scholarship applications and related application materials must be postmarked on or before February 1, 2016.

100 Pennies Scholarship Drive Thanks to all of the young people and youth clubs who have contributed

to this wonderful project. All young people who donate at least $2 will receive two merit points. All young people who donate at least $5 will also receive a certificate. Youth leaders, if you do not have any of the 100 Pennies slips, please feel free to accept the donation and send it in on a piece of paper. Please be sure to include the name of the person making the donation and the amount of their donation.

2016 Leader-In-Training Retreat June 9 to 11 Please be sure to note the date change on LIT Retreat for the new year. The 2016 SPJST Convention will start on Sunday, June 12. Therefore LIT retreat will start a day early on Thursday, June 9 and end on Saturday, June 11. Please note that this will

not decrease the fun activities that are being planned. This year, we have a great LIT Retreat lined up for our youth. Our retreat will be held at the SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm. Mark your calenders and save the date for a great time. I hope that all youth that will be finishing their eighth grade year through graduating seniors will participate as LITs. I am looking forward to seeing you all there!

Best wishes to you and yours for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Fraternally, Lynette Talasek State Youth Director —SPJST—

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District Five youth to ride in Conroe Christmas Parade this Saturday

Dear District Five Youth and Members, We will be riding the SPJST Minions Float in the Conroe Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 12, 2015.

This is an afternoon parade and was a lot of fun last year.

Please meet at the library in Conroe (Montgomery County Library) at 11:45 a.m. We would like to start walking towards the float at 12 noon.

The parade will start at 1 p.m. Please wear an SPJST tee-shirt that day if you have one.

December 2015 Vestnik Project o This project earns a maximum 1 point in the SPJST Yo outh Clubs Merit Point System. Mail comp pleted project no later than January 15, 2015 to: SPJST!Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Te T mple, Texas 76503 Name ______ ___________________________________________________________________________________ _________________ Age ___________ Lodge

Czech Ho oliday Customs and Tr raditions Czechs begin preeparing for Christmas early – usually, by the middle of November. There aree a number of traditions. Some have changed while others have stayed the saame.

• No lights should bee lit in the house before the first star comes out. After it does, dinner is servved.

• The table should bee set for an even number of guests. An odd number brings bad luck.

• An extra plate can be used to even out the number of guests. An extra plate should also be prepared in case an unexpected guest or a person in need comes by the house at dinner time.

• The legs of the table can be tied with a rope to protect the house from thieves and burglars in the coming year.

• No one should sit with their backs to the door.

• Christmas dinner should consist of nine courses including soup, bread with honey, carp, potato salad, fruit (dried, fresh or canned), dessert (apple strudel or vanocka – Christmas bread), and other foods.

• Everyone should finish their plate and leave nothing on the plate.

These are just a few of the Czech holiday customs and traditions.

Identify at least two holiday customs and traditions that your family observes. You can place your answers below:

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Czech Christmas Tree Ornaments Pictured below is a list of Christmas Ornaments found on a traditional Czech Christmass tree. Find these ornaments in the word find puzzle:

Apples Carrot Coins Evergreen Tree Pine Cones

Jesus Oranges Peace Pickle Walnuts

Popcorn Religious Pictures Ribbon Candy Star

Wheat White Cloth White Dovee Hope

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Directions to the Library Take I-45 North and exit SH105.

When you exit, get in your right lane because the road will loop back to the library. It will be on the north bound side of I-45. Park wherever you can find a place, but this is directly to the library.

Please let one of your youth leaders, assistants, DYC, or Assistant DYC know if you plan to attend so we can look for you.

I hope to see many of our youth there to represent District Five and SPJST! Fraternally, Michelle Wockenfuss Assistant District Five Youth Counselor —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Leader invites all to Christmas party

Dear Vestnik Readers, I just want to remind everyone of the annual Christmas party on Sunday, December 13, 2015. The memorial service will begin at 3 p.m. followed by a program by the youth club and a visit from Santa. Happy hour and socializing and drinks will be provided

District Seven Presents Christmas Ornament Contest Winners

District Seven Fall Fun Day first place ornament contest winners were, left to right, age 15 to high school senior - Amanda Hoggard and ages 12 to 14 - Katlyn Polasek, both of Lodge 202, Jourdanton, and ages 9 to 11 Rileigh Kitchen and ages kindergarten to 8 years - Madeline Kitchen, both of Lodge 185, New Braunfels.

—Photo by Sandra Hoggard

along with a delicious meal. All members are to bring a side dish and or a dessert.

Fraternally, Joyce Kraatz, Youth Leader —SPJST—

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Lodge 88, Houston youth to participate in Conroe Christmas parade

Dear Members, District Five youth will participate in the Conroe Christmas Parade. We are to meet at the Montgomery County Library in Conroe at 11:45 a.m. Once we are all there, we will go to the float and get on it. The parade starts at 1 p.m. Please wear an SPJST tee-shirt of your choice to represent SPJST. I am excited to get to ride in the parade and on the float. See you then!

Fraternally, Keith Wockenfuss, President —SPJST—

Lodge 92 Fort Worth sets Saturday, Dec. 12 children’s party

You are invited to enjoy and celebrate the Christmas season at SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth’s Children’s Christmas Party on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at National Hall, located at 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road in Fort Worth.

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club Enjoys District Two Lock-In

Friday, November 6 and Saturday, November 7, 2015 • Temple, Texas • Submitted by Joyce Kraatz, Youth Leader

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Doors open at 5 p.m. The party will include a youth Christmas program.

Special guest will be Santa who will hand out goodie bags. Parent, if you would like, bring a gift to place under the tree for Santa to hand out for your child. Please clearly mark the gift with your child’s name.

Members, please bring snack foods/appetizers to share.

RSVP by December 10 to 817-8965277 We look forward to seeing you and your family!

Merry Christmas from Lodge 92, Fort Worth Youth Club!

—SPJST—

Easy Gingerbread House Cookies

From BettyCrocker.com

Prep Time: 60 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Servings: 8

Gather the family to bake and decorate gingerbread houses. It’s sweet fun, made easy with cookie mix.

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ gingerbread cookie mix

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Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club Decorates Hall Submitted by Joyce Kraatz, Youth Leader

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club members decorated Star Hall for the Christmas season. TOP CENTER PHOTO: Kimora Davis and Seth and Kal-El Martinez. RIGHT

PHOTO: Everhett Bartek. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Tyson Bilbrey.

F A R B E L O W L E F T P H O T O : Kingston Davis. FAR BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Group picture.

1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened

Directions Heat oven to 375 degrees F. In medium bowl, stir cookie mix, butter, water, and egg until dough forms. Divide dough in half.

1 Tablespoon water 1 egg

1 container (1 lb) Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy creamy white or vanilla frosting, if desired

Assorted small candies, if desired

Working with half of dough at a time, roll out on floured surface into 9x6-inch rectangle. Cut rectangle into 6 (3-inch) squares. Place 4 squares on ungreased cookie sheet. Cut remaining 2 squares diagonally in half to

form 4 triangles. Place 1 triangle on one side of each square for roof; press dough to seal.

Bake 8 to 11 minutes or until set.

Cool 5 minutes. Remove from cookie sheet. Cool completely, about 15 minutes. Decorate with frosting and candies.

Source: http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/easygingerbread-house-cookies/563260d6-64d2-43728ae1-18b5d879fdb5

—SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club Decorates VA Hospice Unit

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TCGS presents Czech Christmas ornaments

By Nancy Machu SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor

This article will be the last in a series that has featured the Legend, Symbol, and Tradition ornaments available from the Texas Czech Genealogical Society’s Gift Shop, located in the downstairs gallery of the SPJST Home Office building at 520 North Main Street in Temple, Texas.

Anyone intending to visit the gift shop is urged to act quickly because we will be open only through December 11.

Vesele Vanoce - This is the most common greeting that Czechs worldwide use to say “Merry Christmas” to their Czech friends and family.

It is so common and so extensively used that even “wanna-be” Czechs use it frequently!

TCGS offers a simple, beautiful ornament with the words “Vesele Vanoce” inscribed on the front, along with the picture of a church. Printed on the reverse side is a description of Czech Christmas customs. This Czech greeting ornament is available, while supply lasts, for $10.

Another ornament that is popular, not only on the Christmas tree, but year-long, is the beautiful Czech flag ornament.

Viewing this ornament reminds us of our ancestors, who sold most of their possessions and left their fatherland to risk the long journey to a new home in America, seeking freedom and a better life for their families.

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Their sacrifices should never be forgotten. The price of this collectible ornament is $6.

The church holds a prominent place in the lives of Christians. Our delicate, snow-covered glass church ornament reminds us of the Christmas story as described in the Book of Matthew in the New Testament. The church ornament is priced at $12.

The center of the family is the home, and one way to express this during the Christmas season is to display a small silver and white house on your Christmas tree. This ornament, like the church, is silver and blue, and appears to have white snow covering it. It is priced at $12.

A few of the other ornaments featured in our gift shop, made by established ornament factories in the Czech Republic, are shown in this article. The blue oval medallion is a two-sided ornament.

One side simply says “Merry Christmas.” The reverse side shows a beautiful, snow-covered scene. This ornament is available for $15.

Several other very desirable ornaments that would look great on every Christmas tree are a deep red ball with white swirls; a clear ball with gold

designs; a deep navy blue round ornament showing the nativity; a clear ornament showing the nativity in black; a clear ball with simple red poinsettias encircling it, and others. We invite you to see the entire collection by visiting our gift shop.

We wish to inform readers that the TCGS Gift shop is the place to shop for Czech gifts. We offer a nice array of Czech crystal, Czech porcelain, jewelry, rosaries, dictionaries, maps, books and eggs. We also have men’s caps, aprons with Czech words (Babicka, Matka, etc.), cookbooks, bumper stickers, and other novelties.

Very small quantities of Josef Lada inspired 2016 calendars are available to a few lucky shoppers. And, of course, we have a good supply of TCGS published books to help you research your Czech genealogy.

The Texas Czech Genealogical Society’s Gift Shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. five days a week from November 30 through December 11.

The gift shop will close on December 11 at 4 p.m. and will reopen on January 6, 2016.

The officers and chairs of the Texas Czech Genealogical Society wish to thank you for your support of our organization during 2015. We wish you and yours a most blessed Christmas season and a new year filled with good health, happiness, and friendships. We look forward to seeing each of you in 2016.

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Zpráva ze schůze řádu 54. a slavnostního otevření sokolovny ve Westu, Tx.

Pravidelná čtvrtletní schůze našeho řádu Jaromír číslo 54 ve Westu, Tx. se konala dne 6. listopadu 2015 v síni svatého Josefa při osadním kostele Nanebevzetí Panny Marie ve Westu, Tx. za poměrně hojné účasti členstva.

Měli jsme období hojných dešťů a nyní se počasí urovnalo a máme pravidelné období podzimu.

President řádu Freddie Kaluža zahájil schůzi, přivítal přítomné členstvo, složili jsme přísahu vlajce a republice, pro kterou stojí. Uctili jsme také památku zemřelých členů a členek za poslední období a vzpomněli na modlitbách Eugene Horáka, Raye Matúše a Richarda Hlavinku, kteří jsou v nemocnici po operacích.

Nyní se již dobře uzdravují.

Tajemnice Janice Kaluža přečetla zápis z minulé schůze a byl schválen tak, jak byl čten.

Koordinátorka bratrských akcí Jean Maléř upozornila na různé akce z Hlavní úřadovny pro příštích několik měsíců, o kterých je většinou psáno ve Věstníku.

Finanční tajemnice Mary Lou Mynář podal pěknou zprávu o našich financích a částky v bankách pěkně přibývají.

Jan Vaculík upozornil, že v poslední době hodně pršelo.

Vicepresident Wilburn Willis vyprávěl o zkušenosstech v policejní službě a natočil své vyprávění na disk, který mu připomene tehdejší časy.

Vánoční besídka je určena na první neděli v prosinci 2015 a v podstatě je připravena, budeme mít zábavu, mladí tanečníci ze střední školy jsou vždy ochotni nás pobavit, budou připraveny výhry pro děti i dospělé, přijde i svatý

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bude Mikuláš s paní, večeře připravena na půl pátou. Besídka je pro členy našeho řádu a případné hosty a jejich rodiny, někteří lidé zneužívají příležitosti k účasti. President 3. okrsku John Klinkovský uvedl, že pojistky budou prověřovány za posledních 3-5 let, aby údaje byly správné jak u řádových záznamů, tak i v Hlavní úřadovně.

Jednota má stipendia pro naše středoškoláky a vysokoškoláky.

Bratrskou kandidátkou pro tento rok je Mary Lou Mynář.

Podle Revisní komise máme řádové účetní knihy v pořádku. Máme 4 delegáty na sjezd jednoty.

Následně proběhly volby řádových úředníků: presidentem řádu byl zvolen Freddie Kaluža, vicepresidentem Wilburn Willis, tajemnicí Janice Kaluža, finanční tajemnicí Mary Lou Mynář, koordinátorkou bratrských akcí je Jean Maléř, český dopisovatel je Jan Vaculík, ostatní komice a výbory zůstávají ve stejném složení.

Přejeme staronovým úředníkům mnoho úspěchů pro dobro našeho řádu.

Příští schůze se bude konat dne 4. břzna 2016 pravděpodobně v nové budově sokolovny, která byla otevřena 20. listopadu 2015. Na losování přinesl John Klinkovský několik drobností. Po ukončení schůze se bavilo členstvo po chutné svačině až do pozdních večerních hodin.

Jak bylo zmíněno výše, místní or-

ganisace Sokola ve Westu, Tx. slavnostně otevřela novou sokolovnu dne 20. listopadu 2015 za přítomnosti významných hostů, hlavně ovšem členů a příznivců Sokola v Americe.

Byl mezi nimi texaský guvernér Greg Abbott, velvyslanec Petr Gandalovič, Fred Malek , předseda Amerických přátel České republiky, Jean Hrubá, presidentka amerického Sokola a místní úředníci Sokola, president Shane Bivens a tajemnice Mary Beth Dulock.

Je nutné zdůraznit, že obě naše bratrské jednoty ve Westu spolupracovaly v činnosti obou organisací a jednota se snažila pomoci Sokolu a Sokol zase jednotě. Nyní po ukončení stavby sokolovny jsou plány připraveny pro stavbu řádové síně, která by měla být postavena vedle sokolovny. Jistě i v tomto případě se nám podaří společnou rukou vybudovat síň a uvést do činnosti další významnou budovu pro kulturní a tělesné vyžití dětí a občanů města Westu.

První dojmy jsou velmi příznivé, sokolovna je asi jednou tak velká, jak byla předcházející a je umístěna blíže k ulici než předešlé budovy. Zároveň je možné vidět práce na jihozápadním rohu pozemku, který pomalu mizel, když byl odplavován vodou při každém větším dešti. Trubky odvedou vodu nyní od ulice do jezírka a Sokol tak získá dosti značný kus pozemku.

Všechny dosavadní akce byly rozumné a vedly ke zlepšení vzhledu pozemku a rovněž budova budí dobrý

dojem uvnitř a i zvenku. Stane se příkladem pokroku, které město zaznamenalo od neštěstí v minulosti.

S bratrským pozdravem Jan Vaculík.

—SPJST—

Victor Peter Scholarship seeks applicants

The Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship is a $500 scholarship granted by The Czech Heritage Society of Texas to a graduating Texas high school senior. The money is given to the recipient upon proof of registration in a program of studies at a college or university.

The applicant must submit the following:

1. A copy of his or her high school transcript.

2. Two letters of recommendation.

One should be from a high school teacher attesting to the student’s academic promise. The other should be from an adult attesting to the student’s interest in Czech culture.

3. A 200-word autobiography (Times New Roman font, 14 point, one inch margins on a separate sheet of paper.)

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4. A 100-word statement explaining what he or she plans to study in college or university, and what he or she plans to do in terms of a career. Include the name of the college or university you plan to attend. (Times New Roman font, 14 point, one inch margins on a separate sheet of paper)

5. A list briefly explaining up to 10 ways in which he or she has had contact with Czech culture or The Czech Heritage Society of Texas organization. The list should be in order of importance, with the first item as the most important. Even seemingly small things may be included, such as learning how to make kolaches or visiting Czech festivals. (Times New Roman font, 14 point, one inch margins on a separate sheet of paper. A line should be skipped between each numbered item in the list.)

6. An original 300-word essay. Topic may be either: A Family Member Who Represents Czech Heritage or A Family Member Who Contributed to the Czech Heritage in the United States. (Times New Roman font, 14 point, one inch margins on a separate sheet of paper.)

7. A cover sheet including the student’s name, address, phone number, and high school’s name, address and phone number.

All items must be submitted together in one envelope postmarked no later than February 28, 2016, and sent to: The Czech Heritage Society of Texas Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship Pat Parma 3311 Carolina Way Richmond, Texas 77406-9680

LEFT PHOTO: Sokolovna od jihovýchodu, štít rozděluje budovu, vchod je na jižní straně. RIGHT PHOTO: Guvernér Greg Abbott slavnostně přestři-

huje pásku. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Pohled na hojnou účast veřejnosti při otevření sokolovny. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Vlajkonoši připraveni ke slavnosti.

Pat Parma Lodge 81, Needville —SPJST—

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Autumn in South Moravia

Thanks to Ivo Marek for sharing these pictures from his early November trip to South Moravia. Ivo lives in

Choceň, Czech Republic, and frequently shares articles in the Czech section of the Vestnik.

Czech Cultural Calendar

CCMH Hosts 21st Annual Gala

SPJST Lodge 232, Mid-Houston members Effie and Bill Rosene, who lead the Czech Center Museum Houston, hosted the 21st Annual Gala on November 14, 2015.

Pictured, left to right, are District Five Director Larry W. Pflughaupt, Dorothy Pflughaupt, Carolyn Beseda, James Ermis, Joan Vanicek, Supreme Lodge President/Honorary Czech Consul of Texas Brian Vanicek, and Stephanie Vanicek.

Wednesday Evenings Czech Language Class (extemporaneous)—at S.P.J.S.T. Rest Home, No. 1, Taylor, 500 East Lake Drive, Taylor, Texas, 6 to approximately 8 p.m. Informal gathering for the purpose of listening to Czech, and reading and speaking Czech.

Second Sunday each Month Czech Language Class—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road on US Highway 77, La Grange, Texas, 1 to 4 p.m. Informal understanding of basic Czech terms, alphabet/conversational Czech, children’s literature, Czech song lyrics. Fee is $10 per person per class.

Call or email to verify classes. Pre-registration is suggested, but not required.

Call toll free 888-785-4500; 979-9689399; or email info@czechtexas.org

First/Third Tuesdays each Month Tarok Lessons with Tarok Champion Jimmie Coufal—at Czech Heritage Museum, 119 West French Avenue, Temple, 7 p.m.: Designed for all skill levels, beginners to proficient. Come enjoy some inexpensive entertainment; it’s a great social game. Get off your Xbox and join us. Free and open to everyone.

For information, call 254-899-2935.

December 12 Mikulášská Besídka!—at Sokol Dallas, 7448 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, 4 p.m.

Great family fun: live music by the Dallas Czech Orchestra; games; dance; craft; potluck; Mikuláš and his helpers, and Mikuláš will have a gift for you in

an exchange for a poem, song, or a carol. www.czechschoolofdallas.org.

Submitted by Nina Marcussen, Founder/Director Vaclav Havel Czech School of Dallas.

Through January 9, 2016 Multi-media exhibition Texas Czechs: Rooted in Tradition on display at the Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center in Temple. This unique exhibition features contemporary Texas Czech cultural traditions in photos, text, objects, and film. For Museum hours, call 254-899-2935. More info at polkaworks.org or call 512-448-4536. Submitted by Dawn Orsak, Lodge 187, Round Rock.

January 2016 Czechoslovak Foreign Institute Summer Study Program 2016 Sign up Deadline—Tour dates June 28 - July 18: Housing, tours of Czech historic places, Czech language instruction, and traditional Czech food. For information contact Thadious Polasek 979-561-7571; or email Polasek29@gmail.com. Submitted by Thadious T. Polasek, Lodge 67, Schulenburg.

February 28 Application Deadline for Czech Heritage Society of Texas’ Victor Peter Scholarship—For scholarship submission guidelines, contact: CHS of Texas Victor Peter Memorial Scholarship, c/o Pat Parma, 3311 Carolina Way, Richmond, Texas 77406-9680. Submitted by Pat Parma, Lodge 81, Needville.

—SPJST—

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Lodge 84, Dallas Czech Christmas Extravaganza Sunday, Dec. 13

The day is almost upon us, and I hope you have been saving the date!

What:

CZECH Christmas Party!

When: Sunday, December 13

Where: SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas 2625 Floyd Street Dallas, Texas Time:

Doors open at 4 p.m. with happy hour

Veselé Vánoce oslava všech oslav!/ Merry Christmas celebration of all celebrations!

Here are the details so I hope you are enticed to attend!

Knedlík knedlík and more knedlík!

Please bring your favorite knedlík

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recipe and spend time with other Czech members sharing preparation tips! Dessert knedlík, dinner knedlík, Svačina knedlík! It doesn’t matter, sharing cooking tips are always a plus.

The lodge will provide the meat, but in the flavor of the party, we are asking that everyone bring a prepared authentic Czech side dish that is your favorite to share! Some of my favorites include: Kolače, Fasankove koblihy (fried doughnuts), Sladko-kysele zeli (sweet sauerkraut), Okurkovy salat (cucumber salad), bramborovy salat (potato salad).

If you are not Czech, then a side dish of your choice will be fine.

You are going to feel like you are in the mother land with all the Czech things going on like: Česká hudba – czech music český zpěv – Czech singing česká konverzace – czech conversation České program – Czech programs pivo – beer

Texas Czech Genealogical Society Website: txczgs.org

Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs.”

COURT CUBA EXTRACO BANK BUILDING 18 S. MAIN, SUITE 802, TEMPLE, TEXAS 76501

For membership: Merlene Bravenec 254-778-7285

Invitation to Cat Spring:

From European Tyranny to Freedom to Civil War

By Mary Frances Chupick Bennett SPJST Lodge 202, Jourdanton Member and Daughter of SPJST Supreme Lodge Secretary J.F. Chupick (1940 to 1960)

In the mid 19th Century, Pavel and Rozina decide to leave the tyranny of their ancestral homeland in Moravia for the wilds of Texas.

A perfect Czech heritage Christmas gift! $19.99 plus $7 for shipping (total $26.99) Order from Amazon.com.

For an autographed copy, mail a check/money order to Mary Frances Chupick Bennett 303 Riverhill Blvd. ñ Kerrville, Texas 78028 Inscriptions may be included.

The day is sure to be filled with překvapení!

Come One! Come All! Řekněte své rodině, řekněte svým přátelům, český člověk říct, že víte, že to bude chtít přijet a užít si, co máme děje v této vánoční večírek! / Tell your family, tell your friends, tell any Czech

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person you know who will want to come and enjoy what we will have going on at this Christmas party!

Hezké Svátky, Anne Scott Cowan Reporter —SPJST—

CZECH REPUBLIC & VIENNA Tour

★★★★★ 15 Days in the Beautiful, Historic Lands.

Prague, Ceske Budejovice, Brno, Frenstat & Vienna! u June 16th-July 2nd, 2016 u Castles, Crystal, & Cuisine! u Moravian Waltzes & Wine! u The Best 4 & 5 Star Hotels! u Friendly Czech Guides and English-Czech Interpreter on Bus u $3795/ppdo depart DFW/IAH Contact: Tim Orsak Ph: 940-889-8466

Veselé Vánoce

email: tim@orsakadventures.com

Czech Christmas Party Everyone Invited!

Sunday December 13, 2015

SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas 2625 Floyd Street • Dallas, Texas Social hour begins at 4 p.m.

Dinner served at 5 p.m.

Bring your favorite Czech side dish.

Youth Christmas Program Lots of Czech surprises planned.

Czech music and fun for all ages.

Hall phone: 214-823-0072

Pastor Noble Atkins, resident

501 East Lake Drive • 505 East Lake Drive • Taylor, Texas (512) 352-6940 • Assisted Living (512) 352-6337 • Skilled Nursing and Rehab

S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Community

There is always something to do, exercise everyday in the week, and very well-attended. Lots of entertainment, bus trips, and more fun!

I have used the exercise since I arrived, and it has certainly helped me physically.

We have games, arts and crafts, painting, and more.

Ann Geil, —Ann Geil, Resident resident

License No. 110391

These are just a few of the advantages . . . there are many more!

—J. Noble Atkins, Resident

7. Meals are delicious. I have to guard against overeating.

6. Medicines managed. I do not have to schedule my own.

5. The cleaning of apartments plus complimentary laundry.

4. Plenty of plugs for sound system.

3. Furnishings and pictures from home.

2. My two-room single person suite with bath.

1. Small table dining.

Many Advantages

www.spjstresthomes.com

I moved to Taylor when my son and his wife found this place this wonderful place.

Everyone here is so friendly and nice.

Staff, employees, and residents are so willing and able to help in so many ways.

There are so many fun things to do here.

Today, we visited the Blanton Museum of Art down at the University of Texas. It was wonderful.

Lots of Entertainment and Fun

My name is Ruby Rakes. My husband Clarence and I have been married for 63 years.

We came to S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living in March 2012. We moved here from Dumas, Texas, a small town north of Amarillo in the Panhandle.

Our reason for moving here is that our daughter and her husband live here in Taylor, and we needed to be near them. We also have some of our grandchildren and great-grandchildren that are in the area, too.

We feel fortunate to be living in such a beautiful place. The staff is great, and they are very helpful in making everything pleasant. We find the staff and residents friendly Residents Clarence and Ruby Rakes and always willing to help. We enjoy the church services, musical entertainment, and bingo. There is always some kind of entertainment we can choose to attend.

We would recommend S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living to anyone.

Beautiful Place and the Staff is Great

“Some brief reflections of life at S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Community”

Expressions of Gratitude

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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 5 p.m., unless otherwise posted. Send updates directly to: VESTNIK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX to: 254-773-8087. Email to: melaniez@vvm.com. Advertising rates are $2 per column inch for lodge ads; $4 per column inch for non-profit organization ads; and $6 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at 800-727-7578 or email melaniez@vvm.com.

LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Directions: Directions: Lodge building is located on Highway 159 East, three 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 lodge hall. Potluck served after meeting.

Youth Club Meetings: First Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. For information, contact Youth Leader Ronnie Pflughaupt 979-249-6702; rpflughaupt@hotmail.com.

LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Note: Lodge meetings are held at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville, the second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m.

Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville.

LODGE 5, PILOT POINT-TIOGA (3) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 2 p.m. at PointBank Community Center, 739 East Liberty Street, Pilot Point. For directions/meeting information, contact Brian Heitzman 940-686-4429; or Dean Carender 903-564-7359.

LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Friday, December 18—Social cancelled

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: 254-7998550; Hall Phone: 254-227-8759. 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 254-799-8550; or dataped@sbcglobal.net LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of each month, 6 p.m. at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant, Schulenburg.

LODGE 9, SNOOK (1) Lodge Hall: 457 CR 269, Snook. Directions: From Snook, turn on FM 2155 to downtown. At Snook School, stay right on Spur 2155. At “T”, turn right on CR 269. Go 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: 979-272-3732. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the lodge hall.

Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 1081 County Road 425, Dime Box. Directions: In Dime Box, turn left from FM 141 on CR 424. Go east on CR 425 for 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: 979-884-1451; Hall Phone: 979-884-1451. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 36, Buckholts. Directions: Hall is located on Highway 36, east of Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: 254-593-2222. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Refreshments served after meeting, and door prizes awarded.

LODGE 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions: From Caldwell, turn from Highway 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles; turn left on CR 225. Go one mile, veering to the right. Lodge building is on the right.

Hall Rental Information: 979-272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall.

Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Note: Until further notice, youth club meetings will be held with the adult meetings, which are on the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.

Sunday, December 13—Christmas Dance: Red Ravens, polka/waltz, 3 to 7 p.m. $8/person. Kitchen will be open Sunday, December 20—Christmas Dance: Glen Collins Band, country and western, 3 to 7 p.m. $8/person Thursday, December 31—New Year’s Eve Dance: Fritz Hodde, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. $10/person. Black-eyed peas, cornbread, sausage, and coffee served after the dance. No reservations.

Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information/Country/Western Band Bookings: David Meyer 512-2170162; Polka Band Bookings: Artie Monson 512-281-3711; Hall phone: 512-285-3100. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Until further notice, youth club meetings will be held with the adult meetings, which are held on the third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Youth Leader David Meyer 512-217-0162.

LODGE 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davilla, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Rita Marburger 512-859-2584. Lodge Meetings: First Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall - unless it’s a holiday then the meeting will be held on the second Monday. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Directions: Located 12 miles south of Schulenburg, in Moravia.

From Highway 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West four miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North. Go one 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.

LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Burlington. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit at blinking light on Hwy 53 to FM 485; go one mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Mark or Brenda Maddux 254-985-0002; Hall phone: 254-985-2393. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Thursday, December 10—Monthly meeting, 7 p.m.

Saturday, December 12—rental Saturday, December 19—rental Tuesday, December 22—Strudel order pickup at SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis dining room, 2 to 6 p.m.Apple Strudel Bake Sale benefiting SPJST Lodge 25, Ennis Improvement Fund. $15 each. Call Margaret 972-8786149; or Betty 972-878-7719.

Thursday, December 24—rental Saturday, January 2, 2016—Benefit for Phil Vavra.

Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets are $10. Live and silent auctions and prize drawing. (Food sold separately).

Music by Pontiacs.

Sunday, January 3—Youth club meeting

Lodge Hall: 1901 East Highway 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay on Hwy 287 East until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and go under the overpass at Interstate 45. Go approx. 3/4 mile on Hwy 34. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 972-875-8381; Hall Phone: 972-875-8381.

Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. Game Room: Open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.

LODGE 28, EAST BERNARD (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 12 noon at Wharton County Library - East Bernard Branch, 746 Clubside Drive, East Bernard. For information, contact Secretary Helen Kelner 281-342-2624.

LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) • All Wednesday and Friday night dances are free admission.

• Old-fashioned hamburgers served every Friday beginning at 6 p.m.

For the Christmas holiday, Lodge 29, Taylor hall will be closed Thursday and Friday, December 24 and 25. The hall will be reopen for business on Saturday, December 26 at 3 p.m.

Friday, December 11—Glen Collins Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Wednesday, December 16—Sam and Bobby Band with guest musician Fritz Hodde, 7 to 10 p.m.

Friday, December 18—Night Skies, 7:30 to 11:30 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 hall.

Hall Rental Information: 512-352-9139; Hall Phone: 512-352-9139. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. For information, call Youth Leader Cristy Girod 512-468-1347.

Music: First and third Wednesday each month, music

by Bobby Jay Five Band, 7 to 10 p.m.; Friday evening, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

LODGE 30, TAITON (6) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo.

LODGE 32, VICTORIA (6) Lodge Hall: 3502 North Laurent, Victoria. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 35, ELK (3) Saturday, December 12—Nolan Pick Band Saturday, December 19—Brett Hendrix Band Thursday, December 31—New Year’s Eve: Gordon Collier Band

Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From IH-35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy. 84 East through Bellmead; go approx. 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy. 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Turn right onto Elk Road; go approx. 1 mile; road will dead end - turn right; go approx. 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left.

Hall Rental Information: Gene Pavelka 254-7493326; Hall Phone: 254-863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Sales Agents: James (Dude) Mann 254-715-0275 and Gene E. Pavelka 254-749-3326.

LODGE 38, KOVAR (1) Lodge Hall: 278 Zimmerhanzel Road, Flatonia. Hall Rental Information: 512-237-9099/day; 830-8394353/night. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 39, BRYAN (1) Lodge Hall: Cherry Bend Circle, Lot 12, Bryan. Directions: From Hwy 6, turn west on OSR; go 2 miles to Mumford Road and turn left. Go 1.1 mile and turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. The lodge hall is at the bend of the road (white building). Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Lunch at 12:30 p.m.

Meat, drinks, and serving items provided by the lodge.

Please bring a dessert or side dish. For information, call President Wade O’Shields 979-218-3527; FAC Ronnie Roesler 979-406-0158.

LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59 in Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Cathy Garcia 979-332-1614; Hall Phone: 979-648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 11:30 a.m. at the hall.

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LODGE 41, PORT LAVACA (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca.

LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Lodge Hall: 10842 State Highway 53, Temple. Directions: Seaton Star Hall is five miles east of Temple on Highway 53 (Adams Avenue). Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Michelle Porubsky 254-493-8020; Hall Phone: 254-985-2548. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Visit www.seatonstarhall.com.

LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: From Taylor, take the South Loop. Turn right on FM 112. Go about 1/2 mile. Turn right on FM 619. Go about three miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 512-450-8310. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.; except for the following months, the meeting time will be at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, May 11; Monday, June 15; Monday, July 13; and Monday, August 10 at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the lodge hall.

LODGE 49, ROWENA (4) Lodge Hall: 706 FM 2133, Rowena. Hall Rental Information: 325-442-4841. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. at the lodge hall.

LODGE 51, ELLINGER (1) Lodge Meetings: Third Friday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Ellinger Fire Department, West Main Street in Ellinger.

LODGE 54, WEST (3) Lodge Meetings: First Friday in March, June, and November; the second Friday in September at 7 p.m. at St. Joseph Hall, 303 South Harrison Street in West.

LODGE 63, SWEET HOME (6) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of the month, 7 p.m.

For meeting location, call 361-594-8429

LODGE 66, WACO (3) Lodge Meetings: Location, date, and time to be announced in the lodge’s monthly meeting minutes that appear in the Věstník. Call 254-799-4247 for more information.

LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG Lodge Meetings: Third or fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December (Christmas) at Frank’s Restaurant in Schulenburg at 2 p.m. Call Ernest Kutac to confirm meeting date 979-561-7190.

LODGE 73, SEYMOUR (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 12 p.m.

For meeting location, call 940-256-2263.

LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday in March and June at 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls; second Sunday in September and December at 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls.

LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi.

Meal served at 1 p.m.; meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Hall Phone: 361-854-8423. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi.

LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Lodge Hall: 12141 East FM 2268, Holland. Directions: On Hwy 95, south of Holland, turn east onto FM 2268; go 1/2 mile to hall on the right. Hall Phone: 254657-2485. Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 4 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Youth Leader Connie Horak’s home; call 254-541-9165 for address. Board of Directors’ Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 3:30 p.m. Bingo: Every Thursday at 7 p.m.

Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355.

LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Highway 36, Needville. Directions: Lodge building is located at the corner of Highway 36 and FM 361. Hall Rental Information: 979-793-4313; email td_stavinoha@yahoo.com. Hall Phone: 361-793-4742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Bradley Stavinoha 979-739-2386.

LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Hall: 2625 Floyd Street, Dallas. Directions: From IH-35 East in Dallas, take IH-20 East. From IH20 East, take the IH-45 exit toward downtown Dallas.

IH-45 runs into Hwy 75. From Hwy 75, take a right at Bryan Street exit. From Bryan Street, turn right on Cantreal Street and go until you come to Floyd Street; take a right on Floyd Street. Hall is the second building

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on the right. Hall Rental Information: 469-951-7396.

Hall Phone: 214-823-0072. Band Bookings: Cherri Petr 214-352-4397. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall.

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. Hall Rental Information: Karin Bryant 254-947-3100 or Judith Little 254-913-8568. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall.

LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Saturday, December 12—Private party rental Saturday, December 19—Private party rental Saturday, December 26—Private party rental Thursday, December 31—New Year’s Eve: The Moonglow Orchestra, big band. 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. *Dress Code. $35/person.

All dances are held from 8 to 11:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. For reservations, call 713-869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Beer, set-ups, soda, and ice sold at bar. Please do not bring from outside. *Dress Code dances: evening attire for ladies and gentlemen. Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Highway 290—Take Mangum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall Rental Information: Lodge Hall: 713-869-5767; or visit www.lodge88.org. Lodge Meetings: Third Monday, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Bingo: Every Thursday evening; early bird special starts at 7 p.m. Regular games start at 7:30 p.m.

License No. 17407503501.

LODGE 91, SAN JACINTO (5) Lodge Meetings: quarterly meetings—TBA in the Věstník. Contact Secretary Vonda Smesny 713-8707114.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Friday, December 11—Tanglefoot dance, 8 to 11 p.m.

Members $10; non-members $17 Saturday, December 12—Children's Christmas party: Santa comes to Lodge 92 bringing fruit and nut bags for all the kids young and old. 5 p.m. till ? .

Sunday, December 13—Saint Thomas Festival: Posada from 3 to 5 p.m.; a procession of Spanish and English Christmas carols; nachos and snacks served.

Admission is $5 per person. Following the posada will be a one-man performance of "Bah Humbug", a take on "A Christmas Carol". Admission is $20 per person and includes dinner served from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. The performance starts at 6:45 p.m. Reservations are needed to plan for enough food. Call Mary Ann Krivanek 817-688-9958 for reservations.

Friday, December 18—Al Nelson Concert Tribute to the music of the 50s, 60s, and 70s. $12 includes admission and barbecue dinner with coffee or tea. Enjoy dinner 6 to 8 p.m; concert from 8 to 10 p.m. Table reservations are accepted with paid admissions on a first come, first serve basis. Call Jon 817-624-1361.

Sunday, December 20—Metro Dance: Open to the public.

Thursday, December 31—New Year's Eve: Doc Gibbs and his orchestra. Ballroom dancing. Evening attire. Cornbread and black-eyed peas will be served.

Reservations now being accepted. $25 per person.

Call Jon 817-624-1361.

Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cutoff Road, Fort Worth.

Directions: From Interstate 35 West in Fort Worth, take Interstate 30 West to the Henderson exit. Take Henderson North, and it becomes Jacksboro Highway (TX199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cutoff which is a right off of Jacksboro Highway. The lodge also known as National Hall is on the right about 2 or 3 blocks down the road. (A Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner.) Hall Event/Rental Information: Events Manager Jon Durham/Hall Phone 817-6241361. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Game Nights: Second and fourth Tuesdays of each month.

Ladies Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band plays every first Sunday. Dressy casual. Listen to KNON 89.3 FM on Sunday at 2 p.m. for up-to-date announcements. Tune in to KAAM 770 AM for some easy listening music. Visit www.nationalhallfortworth.com.

LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Friday in March, June, September, and December, 6 p.m. For meeting location, call Secretary Diana Redd 361-649-4388.

LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West three miles to FM 1303; turn right and go two miles. Hall is on the right.

Hall Rental Information: 830-393-7796. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 117, ROBSTOWN (7) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of March, June, September, and December, 1:30 p.m. at Hilltop Community Center, 11425 Leopard, Corpus Christi.

LODGE 130, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: For monthly meeting date/time/location, contact President/Sales Agent John Vrla 214906-3385; or via email jvrla@cebridge.net.

LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio.

LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Hall: 2622 East Highway 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. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Larry Valek 214-794-7674. Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at the Sokol hall.

LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at 11 a.m. at The Smith Group Building, 1718 Main Street, Danbury. For information, call 979-922-1279; or 979-922-1553.

LODGE 141, SEALY (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle Drive, Sealy.

LODGE 142, HOUSTON (5) Note: December 13 meeting includes election of officers and delegates, and committe appointments. A Christmas meal of ham and all the trimmings will be served.

Sunday, December 13—Lodge meeting at Lodge 88, Houston annex building, 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Christmas meal of ham and all the trimmings at 1 p.,m., followed by the meeting at 2 p.m.

Lodge Meetings: Second or third Sunday of each month - whichever is noted, at 2 p.m., meal served at 1 p.m.; held at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston dining room or annex building - whichever is noted, at 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Youth Club Meetings: Same time/location as adult lodge meetings. For information, contact Lodge 142, Houston President Keith Kieschnick 832-627-2842; or Secretary Alice Jochen 979-743-3613.

LODGE 148, EL MATON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 3 p.m. at Frank Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month following the adult lodge meeting at Frank Hahn’s Camphouse in El Maton.

LODGE 151, WHARTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Wharton Depot Museum, 100 South Sunset Street, Wharton.

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 Highway and Azle Street exit. Take Azle Street exit; go to the traffic light. Turn left at the traffic light. Go to the second traffic light, then turn right onto Boat Club Road. Go approx. 2 1/2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: 817-237-5181. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 155, AUSTIN (2) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of March, June, September, and December. Call Secretary Ginny Prasatik 512-472-1721 for meeting time/location.

LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of every other month, 1 p.m. Contact Secretary Cynthia Kristinek 806-763-7245; cjkristinek@yahoo.com for meeting location.

LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of January, April, July, and October, 12 noon at Wall Volunteer Fire Department, Wall.

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. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony.

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday in February, April, June, August, October at 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.) For information, contact Nello and Dorothy Strickland 979-836-2609.

LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Reservations/Hall Rental Information: Jo 713-993-6878; Hall Phone: 713-487-3297. Country/western dances held the first Saturday of each month, 7 to 11 p.m., except when noted. Variety dances are held the fourth Saturday of each month, 7 to 10 p.m., except when noted. Beer, soft drinks, and ice are available at the bar. (Do not bring them inside the hall.) Regular Lodge/Covered Dish Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, meal at 1 p.m. followed by meeting at 2 p.m. with the exception of November and December, as noted. Lodge Executive Board Meetings/Trustee Meetings and Workdays: Second Monday of each month, (unless the second Monday is a holiday) at 2 p.m. Dances: Held the first Saturday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Variety Dances: Fourth Saturday of the month, unless noted.

LODGE 177, ACADEMY (2) Lodge Hall: 711 Rio Poco, Little River. Directions: Hall is on the south side of Academy, just off Hwy 95, on the right. Hall Rental Information: 254-982-4530.

Hall Phone: 254-982-4434. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at the hall; Board of trustees meet at 6 p.m.; lodge meeting follows at 6:30 p.m. Bingo: Every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; kitchen is open.

LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at Carmine Lions Club Building, 201 Centennial Street, Carmine.

LODGE 180, BURLESON (3) Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. Due to the holiday season approaching, some of the times may be changed. Check Věstník for times or call one of the following: 817-295-6497; 817-371-0255; 972-268-0022; or 817-905-2097.

LODGE 181, CONROE (5) Please Note: Lodge 181, Conroe will now hold lodge meetings on a quarterly basis starting in 2016.There will be no more meetings for Lodge 181 in 2015. Meetings for Lodge 181 in 2016 are now scheduled at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 26, Tuesday, April 26, Tuesday, July 26, and Tuesday, October 25, and unless otherwise announced in the Vestnik, meetings will be held at Montgomery County Main Library Branch in Conroe. For further information contact President Barbara WilliamsRash 936-295-7778; email b.d.willrash@att.net; Vice President Chuck Toney 281-362-9062; email cdtiii@toney.us; or Treasurer Patsy McClelland 936-788-788-5714; or email pmcclelland@consolidated.

LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin.

Youth Club Meetings: Same time and place as adult lodge meeting.

LODGE 183, ARLINGTON (3) Lodge Hall: 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane, Arlington. Directions: Take IH-35 West to Fort Worth. Take IH-20 East exit and proceed on IH-20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North and stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Take a right on Mayfield; go down and take a left on Pleasant Valley Lane. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: 817-465-8538; 214-876-9029.

Lodge Meetings: Third Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Last Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Game nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506.

LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Hall: FM 532 West, Moulton. Directions: From Texas 95 in Moulton, take FM 532 West four miles.

Lodge hall is located on the right. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS (7) Lodge Meetings: Every other month - February, April, June, August, October, and December. Call for meeting date, time, and location. Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader Theresa Haag 830-625-8262 for meeting date/time/location.

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LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy. 36, Caldwell. Directions: Lodge building is just off Hwy. 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: 979-567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall.

Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Social games: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002.

LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock.

Hall Rental Information: 512-255-1554; 512-7714948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 to 3 p.m. at the hall followed by entertainment and potluck meal.

LODGE 189, BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of March, June, September, and December, 2 p.m. at (unless otherwise noted) C and J Barbecue, 1010 South Texas Avenue in Bryan.

LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information/Dance Reservations: George Scogin 936875-2867. Lodge Meetings: Monday night before the third Friday night of the month, 7 p.m. at the lodge hall.

Regular Dances: Third Friday night of each month, 7 to 10 p.m. Please continue to bring finger foods for the snack table.

LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Lodge Hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Directions: Off Hwy 290 West at Skinner. Hall Rental Information: 281-351-1045; Hall Phone: 281-3739482. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, at 1 p.m. at the hall. Covered dish meal will be served.

LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY (2) Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at Taylor Hall/Bruceville-Eddy Senior Center, 100 Fourth Street in Eddy.

LODGE 201 BLEIBLERVILLE-NELSONVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 3948 FM 2502, Bleiblerville. Directions: Hall is across the street from the post office in Bleiblerville. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 202, JOURDANTON (7) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m.

(March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m.) at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month at 1:15 p.m. (March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m.) at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton.

LODGE 204, STEPHENVILLE (3) Lodge Meetings: For meeting date/time/location, call Norman Kneschk 254-386-3222; or email normkneschk@gmail.com.

LODGE 207, IOWA PARK (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Mary Hatter 940-322-8503; or any sales agent for meeting location.

LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Saturday of January, March, May, July, and September at 6:30 p.m. at Tahoka Housing Authority (small room - 1400 Ave K).

For any questions, call Secretary Pam Lehmann 806535-8356. Youth Club Meetings: For location/time, contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams 806-990-3351.

LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 9 a.m. Call Secretary Edna Rivas 915-727-2048 for meeting location.

LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Call Secretary Tammy Copeland 325-333-4089 for meeting location.

LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT (2) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month at SPJST Home Office, 520 North Main Street, Temple, 12 noon. For information, contact President James L. Lee, III 254-289-6816.

LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) Lodge Meetings: For meeting date, location, and time, contact President Chester Jenke 210-413-3053 or Treasurer Colleen Jenke 210-215-949 —SPJST—

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