Vestnik 2018.04.11

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Volume 106 Number 14

S P J S T Benevolence

H E R A L D

★ Humanity

ISSN —07458800

★ Brotherhood

April 11, 2018

March 2018 Top 5 SPJST Sales Agents in Certificates Issued and Annualized Premium

1st - Certificates Issued 5th- Annualized Premium $300 Award

Larry Robbins, FIC Lodge 189 Bryan-College Station District One

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Lodge 48, Beyersville members and cousins Della Miksch,Tatiana Poldrack, and Sawyer Drury enjoy a day of Easter egg hunting at Lodge 48 on March 25.

—Photo by Michelle Newsom

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

2nd - Certificates Issued 4th - Annualized Premium $100 Award

Carolina Covarrubia Ananias Edwards, III Lodge 30 Lodge 76 Taiton Wichita Falls District Six District Four

2nd - Annualized Premium $50 Award

3rd - Annualized Premium 4th - Certificates Issued $100 Award

5th - Certificates Issued $50 Award

Linda Bratina Lodge 28 East Bernard District Six

Janice Stevens Lodge 229 Abilene District Four

Carlos Eureste Lodge 171 Lockhart District One

EASTER EGGS, BUNNY, BASKETS BRING EVENT EXCITEMENT Jacob Horak presents an Easter basket to Bethany Zajicek, held by her mom Victoria, at the Lodge 80, Holland egg hunt on March 17.

—Photo submitted by Connie Horak

Evan and Megan Pflughaupt proudly display their Easter baskets that they decorated prior to Lodge 88, Houston’s Easter egg hunt on March 24.

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Carter Wager shares a fun moment with the Easter Bunny at the Lodge 196, Houston-West egg hunt on March 24.

—Photo submitted by Don Fruin

N N N N N N N N Inside This Week’s Věstník N N N N N N N N

Important Dates ...................................3 Interest Rates ......................................3 Recipe...................................................3 Sales Updates......................................4 District News........................................4 Lodge Section .....................................8

SPJST Car Show Info........................13 In Memoriam ......................................14 Youth Section ....................................15 Czech Culture ....................................20 Advertisements.............................20-21 Lodge Calendar .................................22

Scenes from District Two Spring Meeting

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Page 9

Lodge 6 Cottonwood hosts annual Easter egg hunt

Pages 18-19

Scenes from Youth Leaders Retreat

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Editor’s Note

SPJST HERALD

SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 800-727-7578 • 254-773-1575 Fax: 254-774-7447 www.spjst.org

VĚSTNÍK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 • Mobile: 254-534-0807 VĚSTNÍK Fax: 254-773-8087 email: vestnik@spjst.org or melaniez@usa.com SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 • Mobile: 254-534-2902 email: vanicek@spjst.com

VICE PRESIDENT HIRAM DIXON, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM Office: 254-773-1575 • Mobile: 254-231-7722 email: hiramd@spjst.com CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC Office: 254-773-1575 Mobile: 254-721-4739 • Home: 254-778-3720 email: leonardm@spjst.com

DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES ROY VAJDAK Office: 254-773-1575 • email: royv@spjst.com DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR/CHAIRMAN DONNIE VICTORICK, FIC, CFFM PO Box 85, Snook, Texas 77878-0085 Home: 979-272-3265 • Mobile: 979-224-3125 email: dv.aggie71@gmail.com

DISTRICT TWO DIRECTOR JESSE POSPISIL 4710 FM 1331, Taylor, Texas 76574-2164 Home: 512-365-1110 • Mobile: 512-826-7371 email: jlpospisil@yahoo.com

DISTRICT THREE DIRECTOR JOHN ENGELKE 6475 Gholson Road, Waco, Texas 76705-5330 254-799-4247 • email: john.engelke@hotmail.com

DISTRICT FOUR DIRECTOR BILLY ROLLWITZ, FIC, CFFM PO Box 195, Rowena, Texas 76875-0195 Home: 325-442-3141 • Mobile: 325-277-5362 Office: 325-442-3038 • email: brollwitz@gmail.com DISTRICT FIVE DIRECTOR BRADLEY STAVINOHA, FIC 10522 Will Lehman Road, Needville, Texas 77461 Mobile: 979-739-2386 • Office: 979-793-7411 email: spjst@earthlink.net

DISTRICT SIX DIRECTOR KAREN KASPAR, FIC, CFFM 8550 N. State Highway 71, El Campo, Texas 77437-9819 Home: 979-543-2532 • Mobile: 979-332-1616 email: k-kaspar@hotmail.com DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR BOB J. BAYER, FIC 4188 FM 1303, Floresville, Texas 78114-6092 Mobile: 830-391-3375 OPERATIONS MANAGER/ MARKETING MANAGER RICHARD A. HRBACEK 254-773-1575 • richardh@spjst.com

FRATERNAL FIELD MANAGERS DISTRICTS ONE/TWO/THREE Philip (Phil) McBee, FICF, CFFM Mobile: 325-647-1949 • Fax: 325-784-7448 email: mcbeephilip@gmail.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: 832-232-2049 email: delisled@spjst.com

CAMP KUBENA • 2001 Waldeck Rd • Ledbetter, TX Jeb Lapeyrolerie, Executive Director

979-249-5674 • jebL@spjst.com

HUMAN RESOURCES LYNETTE TALASEK 254-773-1575 • email: lynettet@spjst.com

Give happiness to get happiness

STATE FRATERNAL DIRECTOR FRANK HORAK Office: 254-773-1575 • Mobile: 254-534-0681 email: frankh@spjst.com

DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Sharon Russell, 1292 CR 441, Dime Box, Texas 77853 • 979-884-0807 - sharon_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., Texas 77023-6510 713-649-6138 Houston, district5dyc@aol.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El Campo, Texas 77437 - 979-543-7120 - lisa_bubela@yahoo.com District Seven - Lian Pruski, 418 West Hunt Street - Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - 830-480-2737 - lianpruski@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 - Dorothy Pflughaupt, 1243 Clovis Road, Houston, Texas 77008 - 713-859-8976 - dotpflugh@yahoo.com District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Texas 77414 - 979-244-4415; 979-479-0056 cell District Seven - Oscar Korus, 2565 Bruce Road, Poteet, Texas 78065 - 830-391-4169 - oscarkorus@gmail.com FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Thomas Cannon, PO 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 - 254-744-8973 - mlgaller54@gmail.com District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM Highway 765, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - 325-651-8550 - hdweise@zipnet.us District Five - Marceil Malak, 7444 Meiners Road, Ledbetter, Texas 78946-5118 - 979-249-5940 - marceil@cvctx.com District Six - Glenn Kaminsky, 902 River Oaks Court, East Bernard, Texas 77435 - 979-335-4461 - gkamink@live.com District Seven - James House, 146 Deer Run Street, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - 830-570-7750 - james.houseconstruction146@gmail.com

INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - 979-272-3440 District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Road, Burlington, Texas 76519-3108 - 254-985-2396 - patsyk2011@yahoo.com District Three - Robert Sill, 400 Westview Terrace, Arlington, Texas 76013 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Drive, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - 325-234-8117 District Five - Mark Childres, 14011 Laskey Manor Court, Cypress, Texas 77429 - 832-496-6646 - mark@childresinsurancegroup.com District Six - Elizabeth Holub, 4624 Freyburg Hall Road, Schulenburg, Texas 78956 - 979-561-8640 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - 210-535-4916

PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - 979-540-8531 District Two - Tammy Cannon, 305 Bluehaw Drive, Georgetown, Texas 78628-6367 512-948-5339 tcannon4715@yahoo.com District Three - Lynda Novak, 7153 Cornelia Ln, Dallas, Texas 75214 - 972-948-4456 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Drive, San Angelo, Texas 76903 - 325-651-5884 District Five - Vonda Smesny, 2607 Wolcik Road, Crosby, Texas 77532 - 832-694-8762 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

W

e all want to find happiness in life. No matter what our situation is, the search for true contentment is at the heart of our goals. Here’s a heartwarming story, author unknown, about happiness.

A group of 50 people were attending a program. During the presentation, the speaker suddenly had an idea.

He stopped the program and announced, “Let’s have a fun group activity that will give you a lesson about the real purpose of our lives.”

Next, the speaker handed a balloon to each person in the conference room. He instructed them to write their names with a marker on the balloons they had.

“After all of you are done writing your names on the balloon, please drop the balloon in the basket being passed around,” the speaker informed them. When the group finished writing their names and collecting the balloons, the speaker took the basket of balloons and went to another room.

The speaker came back and gave further instructions to the group.

“Now, all of you are required to go into the room and find the balloon with your name on it. And remember, you only have five minutes to do so.

All the best to all of you!”

And so, thinking they had only five minutes, the entire group rushed out. In a hurry to find the balloons with their names on it, they pushed and shoved each other. But in the end, they could not find the balloon with their names.

“Now,” the speaker announced after five minutes had elapsed. “I will give you another task,” he said, asking them to randomly pick out any bal-

loon. “Now, this is what you’re going to do. After randomly picking out a balloon, give it to the person whose name is written on the balloon.”

When the group did as they were asked to, they realized that they received the balloon with their names faster than before. It has become extremely easy to find the balloon with their names on it. Then finally the speaker divulged the lesson he was trying to teach the group.

“You see,” said the speaker, “we do the same with our lives. All of us are frantically searching for happiness in our lives. We search every nook and cranny and still nothing. We push each other, we shove each other, and often hurt others in the process of searching for our happiness. What we fail to realize is that our happiness not only depends on us, but also with the happiness we give others. So if you want to be happy, give others their happiness, and you’ll find yours.”

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May 16 Věstník deadline is Wed., May 9 at 12 noon —SPJST—

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Family Fun 4 and Important Dates

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April 14

April 14

April 14 April 15 April 15

April 15 April 21 April 22 April 22 April 28

April 28 April 29 April 29 May 5

May 6 May 19

Number in ( ) denotes district location.

SPJST Float • Needville Youth Fair Parade hosted by Lodge 81, Needville (5) Camp Chaperone Training SPJST Home Office, Temple (2) Camp Chaperone Training • Lodge 107, Floresville (7) Camp Chaperone Training • Camp Kubena, Ledbetter (1) District Six Spring Meeting St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Hallettsville (6) Lodge 107, Floresville Member Banquet (7) Lodge 25, Ennis Rummage Sale (3) Camp Chaperone Training • Camp Kubena, Ledbetter (1) District Three Spring Meeting Lodge 154, Fort Worth (3) Camp Chaperone Training SPJST Home Office, Temple (2) Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club Join Hands Day (1) Camp Chaperone Training • Lodge 88, Houston (5) District Two Beseda Dancers’ Barbecue Chicken Dinner Fundraiser • Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall (2) SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall (2) Lodge 30, Taiton Appreciation Banquet (6) SPJST Founders Day • Lodge 1, Fayetteville (1)

SPJST INTEREST RATES . . . 02/01/2018 - 04/30/2018

SPJST Commercial Property Information Call the SPJST Home Office 800-727-7578 for information.

Commercial Property Loans for 1 to 10 Years and 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%

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Readers Write

Granger Brethren Church to celebrate 125th anniversary

Dear Readers, You and your family are invited to attend the celebration of the 125th year anniversary of Granger Brethren Church on Sunday, April 22, 2018. The church is at 306 West Broadway in Granger, Texas.

Fellowship is at 9 a.m., and coffee, juice, and pastries will be served. Worship service is at 10:15 a.m. Reverend Thomas Tallas, a native son of Granger, will bring the message.

Granger Brethren Church

Please RSVP to Pastor Larry Zabcik by email - zabcikville@ymail.com or call 512-219-8377.

Larry Zabcik Lodge 20, Granger —SPJST—

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Good Eats byjw

Babicka's Walnut Cake

This cake can be made with a variety of glazes and/or fillings which you can adjust according to the occasion.

4 eggs 3/4 cup white sugar plus 2 Tablespoons white sugar 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 3 Tablespoons all-purpose flour 5 Tablespoons ground walnuts 1 teaspoon baking powder Cream Filling 1 cup butter 1/2 cup white sugar, or to taste 1 egg yolk 2 Tablespoons cocoa powder, or more to taste Preheat oven to 320 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch square baking dish.

Beat eggs and 3/4 cup plus 2 Tablespoons sugar in a large bowl using an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment until smooth. Carefully add 1/2 cup plus 3 Tablespoons flour, ground walnuts, and baking powder; mix batter thoroughly until there are no lumps. Pour batter into baking dish.

Bake cake in preheated oven until barely set, about 5 minutes. Increase oven temperature to 375 degrees F; bake until golden, 25 to 30 minutes.

Let cool for a few minutes in the baking dish before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely, about 45 minutes.

Beat butter, 1/2 cup white sugar, and egg yolk together in a bowl with the electric mixer until creamy and smooth. Add cocoa powder to cream filling and mix to combine.

Cut the cooled cake carefully in half horizontally. Place one layer on a serving plate and spread half of the cream filling on it. Top with the second layer. Scoop the rest of the filling onto the cake and smooth evenly over the top, letting excess filling drip down the sides. https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/245490/babickaswalnut-cake/?internalSource=hub%20recipe&referringId=713&referringContentType=recipe%20hub

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WANTED: Your Recipes!

Please send your favorite recipe email: melaniez@spjst.com mail: SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie PO Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Carnival Games Silent Auction

Music by Jerry Haisler, Billy Havlik and Friends

Meet and Greet SPJST State Royalty

Living History Demonstrations

Benefits SPJST Foundation

Kids’ Zone Activities

Vendor/Farmers Market Booths

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SPJST Beseda Dancers

Visit spjstcarshow.org for more details.

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SPJST Records 70 Referrals

From the Insurance Department Through March: 286 Certificates Issued

SPJST Mission Statement Insuring and Enriching Lives.

SPJST Vision 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.

S P J S T M o n t h ly I n s u ra n c e Rep o rt Through March

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

Apps.

17 17 4 32 17 11 12 0 110

Written $491,937.00 1,345,000.00 37,000.00 1,292,398.00 3,405,000.00 631,142.00 772,209.00 0 $7,974,686.00

Certs.

Issued Annualized Prem.

19 $421,937.00 $8,283.52 11 160,000.00 4,899.47 5 62,000.00 3,460.58 31 1,435,118.00 18,314.95 8 475,076.00 4,143.81 15 1,019,250.00 47,924.47 13 435,342.00 7,322.20 0 0 0 102 $4,008,723.00 $94,349.00

Dist.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals

Apps.

Written 43 $956,937.00 48 2,895,000.00 20 827,000.00 78 4,043,351.00 46 4,995,998.00 35 2,121,269.00 55 2,250,281.00 0 0 325 $18,089,836.00

Certs.

Issued Annualized Prem.

42 $863,049.00 $17,716.28 36 1,205,000.00 21,453.53 19 556,771.00 11,863.93 80 4,662,039.00 46,903.20 25 890,618.00 9,113.08 32 1,922,984.00 78,557.71 52 1,678,112.00 26,508.84 0 0 0 286 $11,778,573.00 $212,116.57

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.

Ruby Schroeder Lodge 29, Taylor • District Two

Betty Macalik Lodge 25, Ennis • District Three

Jacob Kaluza Lodge 54, West • District Three

Lodge

0 24 24 25 25 29 29 30 30 30 47 47 47 47 54 80 80 87 87 182 182 182 246 246 246

Name

Holly Knecht Margaret Campbell Lisa Kirby Laure Crow Betty Macalik Steve Lopez Ruby Schroeder Wanda Dorotik Luc Marcaurele Dennis McDonald Debbie Dohnalik Ruth Hanusch Terry Malina Donica Zabcik Jacob Kaluza Linda Hill Carol Wolf Sharon Ingram Billye Westlake Bailee Beckendorf Paetyn Beckendorf Tynlee Beckendorf Tamara Gettys Ann Paruzinski Marissa Salinas —SPJST—

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Referrals

6 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 10 3 1 3 1 4 3 5 6 3 4 2 6

Yo u t h C l u b s ’ Update

DISTRICT ONE YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

9

Youth Club Name

Snook Youth Club

Certs. Issued

2

DISTRICT TWO YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

29 47 80

Youth Club Name

Taylor Youth Club Seaton Youth Club Holland Youth Club

Certs. Issued

3 4 1

DISTRICT THREE YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

25

Youth Club Name

Ennis Youth Club

Certs. Issued

1

DISTRICT FOUR YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

49

Youth Club Name

Rowena Youth Club

Certs. Issued

4

DISTRICT FIVE YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

81 142

Youth Club Name

Needville Youth Club Houston Youth Club

Certs. Issued

DISTRICT SIX YOUTH CLUBS

Lodge No.

30 40 148

Youth Club Name

2 2

Certs. Issued

Taiton Youth Club El Campo-Hillje Youth Club El Maton Youth Club

3 2 1

Listing reflects youth clubs whose quarterly reports were received as of March 31, 2018, and youth clubs that are active.

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District News

District Three Sunday, April 22 Lodge 154, Fort Worth - Sokol Hall

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District Six Sunday, April 15 St. Mary’s Parish Hall in Hallettsville hosted by Lodges 4, Hallettsville and 63, Sweet Home

Meetings

Dist.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Totals

Through the end of March 2018 the following individuals contributed 70 referrals.

District

SPJST Insurance Update

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District Three Spring Meeting Agenda Sunday, April 22, 2018 Lodge 154, Fort Worth - Sokol Fort Worth Hall 6500 Boat Club Rd • Fort Worth, Texas 76179

Complimentary Pastries and Drinks provided by Lodge 154, Fort Worth 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Registration for Meeting and Youth and Adult Painted Rock Contest 10:15 to 11 a.m.

Audit Committee: Cherri Petr, Jennifer Dvorak, and Karen Hykel 10:30 to 11 a.m. - Painting Rock Contest Judging

11 a.m Call to Order ...........................................................................President Selby Holder Pledge of Allegiance and Youth Motto.................Flag Bearers Holly and Miles Jones Welcome....................................................................Lodge 154 President Jerry Milan Response and Recognition of Visitors........................First Vice President Lesli Milan Names of Departed Members and Memorial Service............................................Second Vice President John Vrla

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Dismissal of Youth....................................................................President Selby Holder Recognition of Age 96, 75- and 50-Year Members and Fraternalist Nominees......................................Second Vice President John Vrla Introduction of Nominating and Auditing Committees and Contest Judges................................................................President Selby Holder Approval of Minutes and Correspondence.................................

Treasurer’s Report.................................................................Treasurer Mary Steinman Committee Reports—Please limit time to three minutes per report.

Insurance..............................................................................................Philip McBee Finance...............................................................................................Michael Galler By-Law............................................................................................Kay Lynn Kovar FAC...........................................................................................................Vicki Sims Publication............................................................................................Lynda Novak Audit..........................................................................................Auditing Committee Home Office..................Supreme Lodge Chief Financial Officer Leonard Mikeska Introduction of Royalty ............................................................President Selby Holder Lunch Prayer............................State Queen April Dvorak/State King Austen Holland Lunch Break Donation of six canned goods per person entitles member to a meal at no charge; otherwise, $7 per plate. No expired canned goods, please.

Meeting Resumes Lifetime Achiever Awards...........................................First Vice President Lesli Milan Adult Contest Winners.........................................................................FAC Vicki Sims Old Business New Business Announcement of Number of Members in Attendance and Number of Canned Goods................................................................Host Lodge Presentations..........................................................................Treasurer Mary Steinman Youth Report/Contest Winners...........................................................DYC Kay Weeks Election of Officers Coming Events Youth Report................................................................................Youth Representative Audit Report.......................................................................................Audit Committee

District Youth Achievement Day (YAD) - June 23, 2018 at Lodge 183, Arlington District Fall Meeting - October 28, 2018 at Lodge 6, Cottonwood *District Spring Meeting - April 28, 2019 *District YAD - June 23, 2019 at Lodge 25, Ennis *District Fall Meeting - October 27, 2019 *Host lodges are needed for upcoming events. Please contact President Selby Holder or District Three Director John Engelke, if interested.

Door Prizes Installation of Officers Adjournment of Meeting

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District Six Spring Meeting Sunday, April 15 at St. Mary’s in Hallettsville

Dear Members, The District Six Spring Meeting will be Sunday, April 15, 2018, at St. Mary’s Parish Hall, 1648 FM 340 in Hallettsville, Texas 77964. Lodges 4, Hallettsville and 63, Sweet Home will co-host the meeting. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. A catered meal will be served at 12 noon followed by the business meeting.

All lodges are asked to bring one door prize and two desserts. Desserts and refreshments will be served throughout the day.

All District Six members and sales agents along with their family and guests are encouraged to attend. There will be door prizes and delicious food.

Members, the meeting agenda and any additional meeting information will appear in the upcoming Vestniks.

I hope to see you and yours at the District Six Spring Meeting on Sunday, April 15 in Hallettsville!

Fraternally, Elizabeth Holub District Six Secretary —SPJST—

District Six Spring Meeting Tentative Agenda Sunday, April 15 at St. Mary’s in Hallettsville

10:30 a.m. - Audit and Nominating Committees Meet 10:30 to 11 a.m. - Youth Contest Registration 11 a.m. to 12 noon - District Six Youth Development Workshop Nominating Committee - Elaine Berkovsky (63) and Jeanette Kaminsky (28) Audit Committee - Debbie Krpec (30) and Janie Bucek (151) 11 a.m. - Registration 12 noon - Catered Meal Served All lodges are asked to please bring two desserts and a door prize.

Special Reports and Elections will begin immediately following the meal.

Czech Heritage Museum ..................................................................Philip Vahalik Education and Nature Center (Camp Kubena)....................................Lisa Bubela Senior Living Centers ......................................................................Charles Bucek Cemetery.............................................................................................David Bucek

Business Meeting Call to Order.................................................................................President Joe Siptak Posting of Colors .............................................................................District Six Youth Welcome.........................................................Representatives from Lodges 4 and 63 Response/Introduction of Guests ................Second Vice President Helen Zabransky Roll Call of Officers, Lodges and Standing Committees.....................................Secretary Elizabeth Holub Treasurer’s Report...........................................................Treasurer Marjorie Treumer Youth Report and Contest Awards ..................................................DYC Lisa Bubela Standing Committee and Executive Reports By-Law....................................................................................................Joe Siptak Publication .........................................................................................Helen Kelner Finance .........................................................................................Glenn Kaminsky Insurance........................................................................................Elizabeth Holub Supreme Lodge Report.....................................................President Brian Vanicek Fraternal Field Manager.................................................................Delisle Doherty District Six Director Report...............................................................Karen Kaspar Old Business New Business Announcements Report of Nominating Committee and Election of Officers Report of Audit Committee Memorial Service..................................................First Vice President Annie Vahalik Recognition of 50- and 75-Year Members, Age 96 Honorees, and Fraternalists of the Year District Six Lodge and Sales Agent Awards Fall District Meeting Information Installation of Officers Adjournment —SPJST—

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Scenes from District Two Spring Meeting

Sunday, March 18, 2018 • SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor

LEFT PHOTO: Welcoming all to Lodge 29, Taylor are Barbara Nygrin (29), left, and Joyce Patschke (29). PHOTO 2: 2016 District Two Queen Zoe Talasek (47) and King Hunter Bartek (47) light the candle to remember

deceased members of District Two. Looking on in back are District Two officers. PHOTO 3 and RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 187, Round Rock members participate in the District Two Spring Meeting at Lodge 29.

LEFT PHOTO: Decorated rock contest winners are, left to right, first Kelly Taisler (80), second - Chelsea Bilbrey (47), and third - Jennifer McCarthy (187). PHOTO 2: Left to right are Vada Beckendorf (196), Jason and Becky Beckendorf (182), and Curtis Treat (182). PHOTO 3: Left to

right are Curtis Janke (80), Lee Hanusch (47), Honorary Supreme Lodge President Howard Leshikar (48), and Honorary Supreme Lodge Vice President Gene McBride (200). RIGHT PHOTO: James Hosch (200), left, and Edwin and Judy Pechal (47).

LEFT PHOTO: Carla Krenek, center, of Lodge 187, Round Rock is recognized as Fraternalist of the Year by District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and District Two Fraternal Activities Coordinator Ruth Hanusch. CENTER PHOTO: Fish fry! Pictured are, left to right, Joseph,

Billy, Leonard, Roger, and Scott Kaderka, Adolph Grieger, and Duane Daniel. RIGHT PHOTO: Donna Machac of Lodge 48, Beyersville and Leonard Kaderka, right, of Lodge 29, Taylor are presented Lifetime Achiever Awards by District Two Director Jesse Pospisil.

LEFT PHOTO: Frances McBride (200) and Rita Spinn (80), front, look at the silent auction items. PHOTO 2: Brandon Bartek (47), left, and Terry Festa (47). PHOTO 3: Fraternal Field Manager Philip McBee, left, and

District Three Director John Engelke. PHOTO 4: Bridget and Gilbert Bohac (20). RIGHT PHOTO: Donna Machac (48) and Robert Leshikar (48).

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District Two Local Lodge Fraternalists of the Year Brandon Bartek

Carla Krenek

Albert Klinkovsky Lodge 155 Austin

Lodge 47 Seaton

Lodge 187 Round Rock

Lodge Incentive Awards Enhanced Premium Refunds LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS $783.35 ★★★ LODGE 18, ELGIN $1,724.55 ★★★ LODGE 20, GRANGER $869.80 ★★★

District Two Sales Agent Award PATSY KOSLOVSKY, FIC

Lodge 47, Seaton

MID-YEAR GET AWAY INCENTIVE WINNER Corpus Christi, Texas

Gold Star Lodge ★★★

LODGE 47 ★★★ SEATON

First Year Premium - $37,284.13 58 Certificates ★★★

LODGE 20, GRANGER YOUTH CLUB Award - $60 4 youth certificates issued 2 new youth club members ★★★ LODGE 24, CYCLONE YOUTH CLUB Award - $10 1 youth certificate issued ★★★

LODGE 29, TAYLOR YOUTH CLUB Award - $20 2 youth certificates issued ★★★ LODGE 47, SEATON YOUTH CLUB Award - $420 18 youth certificates issued 4 new youth club members

District Two Top Youth Club Youth Leader Incentive Amber Bartek ★★★

O 2018 SPJST District Two Officers O

LODGE 29, TAYLOR $4,297.47 ★★★

LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE $1,035.58 ★★★ LODGE 80, HOLLAND $2,403.91 ★★★

Youth Incentive Awards DISTRICT TWO YOUTH CLUB Award - $400

LODGE 24, CYCLONE $2,307.91 ★★★

LODGE 47, SEATON $5,904.86 ★★★

ANNUAL INCENTIVE WINNER Hollywood, Florida

LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE YOUTH CLUB Award - $80 6 youth certificates issued 2 new youth club members ★★★

LODGE 87, TEMPLE $2,858.87 ★★★ LODGE 155, AUSTIN $1,214.21 ★★★

LODGE 80, HOLLAND YOUTH CLUB Award - $80 6 youth certificates issued 2 new youth club members

LODGE 177, ACADEMY $1,596.10 ★★★

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LODGE 182 FALLS COUNTY $474.34 ★★★

Youth Leader Incentive Connie Horak

2018 District Two officers are, front, left to right, Flag Bearers Clayton Taisler (80) and Dannikka Bartek (47).

Back, second from left, President Rita Spinn (80), Vice President/FAC Ruth Hanusch (47), Secretary Linda Johnson (187), Treasurer Lyn Rieger (29), District Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky (47), Assistant DYC Amber Bartek (47), Czech Heritage Museum Director Jesse Pospisil (29), and Senior Living Centers Director Howard Leshikar (48). Not pictured is Assistant DYC Cristy Girod (29). The officers were installed by SPJST Vice President Hiram Dixon, pictured far left.

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LODGE 187 ROUND ROCK $1,883.58 ★★★ LODGE 200 BRUCEVILLE-EDDY $1,297.21 ★★★ LODGE 246 MORGAN’S POINT $1,173.64 ★★★

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More Scenes from District Two Spring Meeting

LEFT PHOTO: SPJST Vice President Hiram Dixon and Mashell Retherford. PHOTO 2: Becky and Doug Urbanek (48). PHOTO 3: Kiera and Nevaeh Kaderka and proud great-grandfather Leonard Kaderka (29).

SPJST Lodge Section The deadline for all Věstník items is 12 noon the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to: Questions? Call 800-727-7578

Lodge 1, Fayetteville announces Founders Day drawing

The SPJST Foundation, along with members of Lodge 1, Fayetteville, are hosting SPJST Founders Day celebration on Saturday, May 19, 2018, at Lodge 1, Fayetteville, 507 East Main, Fayetteville, Texas 78940.

Turkey and dressing will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A highlight during the evening dance will be a prize drawing. Presence is not necessary to win. Each ticket is a $20 donation or receive three tickets for a $50 donation. Prizes are:

Prize/Retail Value 1. Weatherby Magnum 257 Vanguard Bolt Action - $1,199 2. DPMS Oracle SemiAuto 223 - $670 3. Glock Gen 3 Subcompact SemiAuto 9mm - $599 4. Browning Benchmark SemiAuto 22 rimfire - $580 5. Taurus Judge 45/420 Blue Revolver $569 6. Winchester XPR Bolt Action 270 $550 7. Remington Model 700 ADL with scope - $541

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

Email: vestnik@spjst.org

8. Mossberg Patriot Bolt Action 243 with scope - $537 9. Ruger Creedmoor American Rifle 6.5 - $529 10. Remington Model 783 with scope 308 - $499 11. Roger LC 9 SemiAuto 9mm - $479 12. S&W Shield SemiAuto 40 caliber $469 13. Thompson Center Compass Bolt Action 223 - $399 14. Savage Axis Bolt Action 243 - $368 15. Ruger 10-22 Rimfire - $309 16. $150 VISA Gift Card 17. $150 VISA Gift Card 18. $150 VISA Gift Card 19. $150 VISA Gift Card 20. $150 VISA Gift Card 21. $100 VISA Gift Card 22. $100 VISA Gift Card 23. $100 VISA Gift Card 24. $100 VISA Gift Card 25. $100 VISA Gift Card

All proceeds will go towards Lodge 1’s hall restoration. All prizes must be claimed 90 days after the drawing.

For tickets or more information, please call Sharon Fritsch at 979-9663515 or Ronnie Pflughaupt at 979-2496702.

—SPJST—

PHOTO 4: Lyn and Ronnie Rieger (29). RIGHT PHOTO: Serving the delicious meal are, back to front, Sandra, Billy, Scott, Leonard, and Sharon Kaderka.

Lodge 6, Cottonwood sets annual picnic date - Sunday, July 15

President Milton Peterson called the meeting of SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood to order on Sunday, March 25, 2018, at 2:15 p.m. This was our Easter meeting.

The youth led the Pledge of Allegiance and SPJST motto. A moment of silence was observed for the deceased of the lodge.

Sister Georgie Soukup reported 35 members and four guests present. Sister Barbara Hykel read the minutes from the last meeting. Sister Peggy Dobecka gave the treasurer’s report and the youth report.

The youth gave goodie bags to the rest home. Today, the youth had a raffle and Easter egg hunt.

Sister Evelyn Stuckly had no report.

Two 50-year members present were Barbara Hykel and Patricia Ann Rosales.

Birthdays for April were Irene Peterson and Bobby Dobecka.

Progressive door prize winner for $7 was absent. Door prize winners were Aubrey Uptmore, Kevin Berger, and Mary Neckar.

Important Dates Dates to remember and save on your calendar are:

Friday, April 20—Social Sunday, May 6—Meeting Friday, July 13—Potato peeling party for Lodge 6 picnic Sunday, July 15—Lodge 6 Picnic Dorothy Kucera, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 8, Weimar meets Monday, April 23

SPJST Lodge 8, Weimar will meet Monday, April 23, 2018, at 6 p.m. at Oakridge Restaurant in Schulenburg. A memorial service will be held for members the lodge lost in the last year. Come join us for a complimentary meal with the meeting.

Fraternally, Carolyn M. Tobola Secretary/Treasurer —SPJST—

Lodge 6, Cottonwood recognizes April birthdays

Lodge 6, Cottonwood wishes a happy birthday to April celebrants Bobby Dobecka and Irene Peterson.

—Submitted

by Dorothy Kucera Reporter

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Lodge 17, New Tabor plans Join Hands Day project

Lodge 6, Cottonwood honors longtime members

The April meeting was moved to Monday, April 2, 2018, due to Easter falling on the first Sunday of the month.

We started our meeting with a covered dish dinner that was enjoyed by all.

The Lodge 17 New Tabor meeting was called to order by President Randy Gaas. John Rychlik led the Pledge of Allegiance. Resolutions of sympathy were read for our departed lodge brothers, Roger Gene Gold and Hubert Haisler.

All officers were present with the exception of Youth Leader Holly Narro and Assistant Youth Leader Mabrey Dowell.

Secretary Betty Suehs read the minutes of the March meeting, and they were approved as read. Treasurer Lillian Beasley gave her report. Correspondence was read and discussed. Co-bar manager Susan Skrabanek gave her report. Assistant Youth Leader Susan Skrabanek gave the youth report and informed us of the spring meeting on April 8 and Join Hands Day after the next meeting. Members are asked to bring silk flowers to be placed at New Tabor Cemetery.

District One Fraternal Activities Coordinator Kyle Skrabanek gave the FAC report.

President Randy Gaas presented John David Rychlik with his 50-year pin.

John was visiting Caldwell for Easter and came to the meeting to receive his pin.

Under old business, the 50-year pin presentation was discussed for the May meeting. If you are receiving your pin and would like to join us at the May meeting, please let Betty Suehs know.

The storage container has been delivered and set up. There was no new business, and the meeting was adjourned.

Kyle Skrabanek Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard meets this Sunday in Hallettsville

Lodge Karel Jonáš No. 28, East Bernard will meet before or after the District Six Spring Meeting. The meeting will be held this Sunday, April 15, 2018, at St. Mary’s Hall in Hallettsville.

We hope to see you there.

Helen Kelner, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 35, Elk reports on March meeting

On Wednesday, March 14, 2018, President Randy Pavelka called the SPJST and Elk Hall, Inc. meetings to order at 7:11 p.m.

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by officers, members, and guests.

Secretary Carla Price and Treasurer Barbara Pavelka gave their February meeting reports. Bar Chairman Randy Pavelka and Floor Chairman Gene

Lodge 6, Cottonwood recognized this year’s 50-year members on March 25, 2018. Vice President Don Urbanovsky presents pins to Patricia Ann Rosales, center, and Barbara Hykel. Congratulations, Patricia Ann and Barbara!

Pavelka gave their reports.

Twelve members and one guest were present.

Secretary Carla Price celebrated her birthday on March 6, and Jack Levy celebrated his 91st birthday on March 18.

Happy birthday wishes to you both.

President Randy Pavelka and wife Tammy celebrated their sixth wedding anniversary on April 7. We wish you many more happy years together.

With no other business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:27 p.m.

The next meeting will be Wednesday, April 11 after hall cleanup around 7 p.m.

Fraternally yours, Janie Brewer Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 66, Waco meets April 23

The next Lodge 66, Waco meeting will be Monday, April 23, 2018, at St. Paul’s Church at 6 p.m.

Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 84, Dallas meets this Sunday at Spring Creek BBQ

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The next monthly meeting of SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas will be held this Sunday, April 15, 2018, starting at 1 p.m.

The meeting will be held at Spring Creek BBQ Restaurant, located at 12835 Preston Road in Dallas. The restaurant’s phone number is 972-7269002. Members will order from the menu for the Dutch treat meal.

If anyone has any questions or needs more information, please contact Lodge 84 Fraternal Activities Coordinator Vicki Sims at 214-763-0341.

Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 92, Fort Worth invites all to activities

Please join fellow lodge members and friends for all upcoming activities at SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth - National Hall, 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road.

Wednesday, April 11 Sportsmens Club meets from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. This monthly meeting of hunting and fishing enthusiasts with speakers and prize drawings is open to the public.

Friday, April 13 Tanglefoot ballroom dance is from 8 to 11 p.m. Admission is $10 for members and $17 for non-members.

Upcoming event and rental information is available from Event Manager Jon Durham at 817-624-1361 or online at www.nationalhallfortworth.com Fraternally, Angela Paprskar Casteel —SPJST—

Lodge 6, Cottonwood members enjoy annual Easter egg hunt

LEFT and CENTER PHOTOS: Youngsters fill their baskets with Easter goodies at the Lodge 6, Cottonwood Easter egg hunt on Sunday, March

25, 2018, outside the lodge hall. RIGHT PHOTO Adults get in on Easter egg hunting fun!

—Submitted by Dorothy Kucera, Reporter

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Lodge 107, Floresville lunch is this Sunday

Dear Members, We will honor our 50- and 75-year, Age 96 members, Age 100 members, new members, volunteers, and sales agents this Sunday, April 15, 2018, beginning at 11:30 a.m. at SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville Hall, located at 1156 FM 1303 in Floresville, Texas. You and your family are invited. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. The lodge will provide the meal, and each family is asked to bring a dessert.

Our guest speaker will be SPJST State Fraternal Director Frank Horak.

All members of SPJST are welcome to attend. You may bring a guest to see if he/she would be interested in joining SPJST. Our goal this year is 15 new members. Please bring referrals with you and help us with our goal. We will have a prize drawing for referrals.

To RSVP, please call Oscar Korus at 830-391-4169; Wendy Pruski at 210535-4916; or Bob Bayer at 830-3932872 to let us know if you and your family will be attending. We must know

by April 8 so we can prepare for you.

Fraternally, The Officers of Lodge 107, Floresville —SPJST—

Lodge 17, New Tabor member receives 50-year pin

John David Rychlik, right, receives his 50-year pin from Lodge 17, New Tabor President Randy Gaas. John was visiting Caldwell at Easter and attended the meeting to receive his pin.

—Submitted by Kyle Skrabanek, Reporter

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Lodge 25, Ennis members celebrate March birthdays

Door prizes and capsule drawing prizes were awarded. The meeting adjourned.

Next Meeting—April 15 The next Lodge 142 meeting will be Sunday, April 15 at 2 p.m. with a meal at 1 p.m. in the dining room at Lodge 88 Houston.

Fraternally, Elizabeth Hermis, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 179, Warrenton meets this Thursday

Pictured are members who celebrated their March birthdays at Lodge 25, Ennis’ monthly potluck supper. Left to right are Joe Valek, Brian Emlet (social member), Ronnie Dlabaj, James Martinek, April Holland, and youth Luke Holland.

—Submitted by Margaret Krajca, Reporter

Lodge 142, Houston to purchase camp tee-shirts

Dear Readers, The monthly meeting of SPJST Lodge 142, Houston was held Sunday, March 18, 2018. At 1 p.m., a social and meal of fried chicken and delicious trimmings was served. A prayer of thanks was led by Catherine Manchack.

The meeting was called to order at 2 p.m. by President Keith Kieschnick. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Karley Kieschnick in the absence of Flag Bearer Zoe Saxton. Roll call of officers showed all present except Flag Bearer Zoe Saxton. We had 28 members and guests District Five Youth Counselor Barbara Linney-Gonzalez and Janice Comberrel.

Secretary Elizabeth Hermis read the February minutes. Minutes were approved as read.

Financial Secretary/Treasurer Mary Ann Kieschnick gave the February financials. All approved the report as read.

We had one new member, Jean Herrington. Welcome to our lodge!

Correspondence included a thank you letter from Harris County Hospital District Child Life Foundation; and donation requests from St Jude Children’s Hospital and Houston Food Bank.

Youth Leader Catherine Manchack reported 10 youth members, two adults, and three guests - State Fraternal Director Frank Horak, DYC Barbara LinneyGonzales, and Zoey Coleman - present

at the February 18 meeting. Brielle Comberrel led the motto. Congratulations to Zachary Coleman for winning the 2018 SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest. Correspondence was received from State Fraternal Director Horak about camp applications, decorated rock contest for the District Five Spring Meeting on Sunday, April 8 at Czech Cultural Museum Houston, hosted by Lodge 232, Houston Midtown. Activity suggested was going to Boomers. The Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 24 at Lodge 88, Houston was discussed.

Additional items were discussed by the assistant youth leader who stated that SPJST ENC and Cooper Farm Camp is now Camp Kubena.

FAC Pat Schleider reported on the District Five Spring Meeting to be held Sunday, April 8 at Czech Cultural Museum Houston and hosted by Lodge 232, Houston Midtown. Other dates include the SPJST Car Show on Saturday, May 5 in Seaton, and she reported on the 100 Pennies Drive. She also read names of 75-year and 50-year members.

DYC Barbara Linney-Gonzalez spoke about the Easter egg hunt, chaperone training, camp registration, YAD, and participation.

New business included a discussion on the lodge purchasing camp tee-shirts for all interested with the winning camp tee-shirt design by our youth club member Zachary Coleman.

Birthdays for March were Aiden Hermis on the 2nd, Karole Coleman on the 20th, Steve Roznovsky on the 23rd, and Karley Kieschnick on the 28th.

Lodge 179, Warrenton will meet this Thursday, April 12, 2018, at JW’s Steakhouse in Carmine. We will meet at 11 a.m. and also enjoy lunch together. All members are welcome to come and join us!

Ricky Weyand, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 177, Academy supports Troy HS Project Graduation

Josie Mitchell, right, of Lodge 177, Academy presents a check for $200 to Troy High School for Project Graduation. Accepting the check is Josie’s granddaughter Kacey Rose, who is a member of Lodge 177 and graduating from Troy High School.

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Lodge 180, Burleson supports SPJST Founders Day

We met Tuesday, April 3, 2018, for our monthly meeting. The meeting was brought to order by President Nancy Kelly. Nancy led the Pledge of Allegiance as junior member Logan Almonte was feeling a little under the weather. We all missed Logan as he does such a great job in leading the pledge. A moment of silent prayer followed with prayers going out for Leon Flusche, who has been in the hospital and is now in rehab. Prayers also were said for others as well.

All officers were present for the meeting as well as other members.

Minutes were read by Carmon Babina, and financial report was presented by Rhonda Hurtik. Both were accepted and approved as read.

Letters of thanks for small donations were acknowledged from Salvation Army and Wounded Warriors.

As a token of our appreciation for being allowed to use the Community Room at the Burleson Police Department, Rhonda Hurtik and I had the privilege of delivering eight dozen pigs-in-ablanket and eight dozen assorted donuts to the police on Sunday, March 26. The recipients were Officer Travis Brown, Steve Hass, and Tiffany Bauereise. They were really excited to have such a large assortment.

Finalization for the SPJST Car Show was discussed and at the present time, we will be having approximately four couples attending. Hopefully, our other three members will be able to attend.

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Fraiser, Alice Janecka, Delinda Brown, Gordon Cox, Jimmie Waddell, Robert Smajstrla, Jr., Clay Hurtik, Ryan Faulder, Jerry Raney, Dylan Bowden, Jaclynn Janek, and Dorothy Rosenthal.

May each of you have a super birthday, and we wish you many more to come.

Remember, there is no meeting in May at the police station.

Fraternally yours, Nancy Kelly President/Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 191, Lufkin sets April dances

Lodge 180, Burleson delivered doughnuts and pigs-in-a-blanket to Burleson Police Department. Pictured are, left to right, Officer Travis Brown, Lodge 180 Treasurer Rhonda Hurtik, Steve Hass, Officer Tiffany Bauereise, and Lodge 180 President Nancy Kelly.

Plans for helping hands day were finalized. We will be doing this on the afternoon of Saturday, May 19, when we will be visiting with the residents of Trinity Mission Health and Rehab in Burleson. Small gifts will be given to each resident as well as bringing some cheer into their lives. We will be journeying to Cotton Patch for lunch after the visit to Trinity Mission.

Door prizes were won by Dena Bowden and Joe Babina, and Rhonda Hurtik won the donation of the month for Wounded Warriors. Cotton Patch was chosen for next month’s dining place.

A donation of $500 was sent to

SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville to help maintain its historical building as part of our heritage for SPJST Founders Day. I may not be Czech, but somewhere in there, I may have a little Czech blood, and I am proud to be part of this organization.

May is going to be busy for us as a lodge with the car show and helping hands events so we decided that we will not have an official meeting during May. We all went to El Fenix for a delicious meal and to celebrate Dylan’s birthday. Food, drinks, and cake were delicious as always.

Birthday greetings go to Sharon

Lodge 48, Beyersville hosts Easter Egg Hunt

Welcome, spring! What a relief to have some warm weather, but before long, we will want cooler weather again.

Are we ever satisfied?

Dance Lessons Don’t forget that dance lessons started Tuesday night, April 3 and will be held every Tuesday night in April.

Registration is from 6:30 to 7 p.m. each Tuesday night, and lessons are from 7 to 9 p.m. The cost is $6 per lesson or $20 if you pay for all four lessons at one time. Teachers this year are Bernard and Catherine Hylands. They will be teaching the two-step, waltz, polka, and line dances. If you need to learn how to dance, or if you just need to freshen up your dance steps, come on out and let Bernard and Catherine show you how.

In case you are wondering what is happening on the outside of the lodge, some of the guys are moving dirt on the

Sunday, March 25, 2018 • Lodge 48, Beyersville Hall • Submitted by Michelle Newsom, Reporter

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left side of the building so the water will drain into the ditch instead of underneath the building. The water getting under the building has caused some of the hardwood floor inside to buckle in places. The inside cannot be repaired until the outside has been fixed.

Those of you who were at the last dance enjoyed the music of Walter Plant. He is a very talented and great musician. Thanks to all of the great cooks that brought food for the food table for everyone to enjoy while dancing and doing a lot of fellowship. Dancing is a good way to meet up with old friends, make new ones, and exercise as well.

Friday, April 13—LDC Dance The next Lufkin Dance Club dance will be Friday, April 13 with Jurango.

Donna Franklin, the new LDC President, is doing a great job. This dance is also at the SPJST lodge, located at 197 Hughes Road in Lufkin. Admission is $7 for members and $8 for guests.

Please bring a covered dish for this dance also.

Friday Night Dance—April 20 The next regular third Friday night SPJST dance at the lodge will be Friday, April 20, and the band will be Glenn Lenderman and Friends. Make plans to attend this dance. The dance is from 7 to 10 p.m. at the lodge, located at 197 Hughes Road in Lufkin. Admission is $6 for members and $8 for guests.

Where else can you go dancing, eat, and have a great time - for a reasonable price! Please bring a covered dish or snack food for the food table.

SPJST Sales Agent Doyle Oliver is the SPJST insurance agent for this area. If you need life insurance, IRAs or annuities, please call Doyle at 936-853-3036 - home phone or 936-366-0386 - cell phone. He will be more than glad to get you all fixed up.

Lodge 196 Houston-West meets this Sunday

The meeting dates for Lodge 196, Houston-West for April has been moved to Sunday, the 15th. And, the meeting for May has been moved to Sunday, the 6th.

The start time for the potluck lunch is still 1 p.m., and the meeting will begin at 2 p.m. on both dates. Please make a note of these changes so that you do not miss out on the fun, food, and fellowship on these days.

Don Fruin, President —SPJST—

Next Meeting—April 16 The next business meeting for the SPJST lodge will be Monday night, April 16 at the lodge starting at 7 p.m., and it usually lasts about an hour. Members, please attend these meetings.

Pat Scogin, Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—

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★ ★ Reunions ★ ★

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

April 21 West Rural Schools—at SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood Hall, 700 South Czech Hall Road (three miles east of West on South Czech Hall Road).

Anyone who attended West area schools that were consolidated into West ISD is welcome. Some schools included - Alligator, Cottonwood, Denton Hill, Leroy, Leggott, Ross, Tokio, Closner, Snake Creek, Liberty Hill, Gerald, etc. Family members, spouses, siblings, or friends of students are welcome. Doors open at 1 p.m.; light meal served at 4:30 p.m.

For information, call Al and Georgie Soukup 254-855-4720; Charles and Irene Barber 254-622-2998; or Milton

Lodge 196, Houston-West hosts Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, March 24, 2018 • Lodge 196, Houston-West Hall • Submitted by Don Fruin, Event Coordinator

Lodge 196, Houston-West held its annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 24, 2018, at the lodge hall. We had the largest attendance to date with more than 100 people enjoying the food and fun. Attendees enjoyed lots of Easter-themed coloring pages, and the “graffiti wall” banner was a big hit.

Of course, the Easter Bunny made his appearance to welcome everyone and pose for many pictures.

The hunt for the eggs did not last long as the children swept the eggs up in record time. They also had lots of fun looking for the “special” eggs that contained the ticket that allowed the youth to claim one of the

jumbo eggs that were packed with lots of great items for their enjoyment.

Kids of all ages had a good time, and we are looking forward to having even more fun next year at Lodge 196, Houston-West!

—SPJST—

Front, left to right, Nadia Fruin, Kaiser French, Carter Wager, and Keegan French.

Back: Nickie, Erik, Elena, Amelia, and Don Fruin, Jacqueline Norfleet, Mark and Lester Childres, Larry Felder, Kamryn French, Travis and Cadance Wager.

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and Irene Peterson 254-533-2372.

Submitted by Milton and Irene Peterson, Lodge 6, Cottonwood.

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April 22 Seaton and Lost Prairie Schools—at Seaton Community Center in Seaton (East Bell County). For all Seaton, Lost Prairie, and East Bell County Schools ex-students, teachers, bus drivers, relatives, and community members. Submitted by Louann Skrabanek Hight, Lodge 47, Seaton.

—SPJST—

Happy Birthday, Dylan of Lodge 180, Burleson!

S.P.J.S.T. Skilled Nursing and Rehab receives bingo racks

Thanks to District Two Director Jesse Pospisil, S.P.J.S.T. Skilled Nursing and Rehab in Taylor now has racks for their bingo cards! Activity Director Tara Schlesinger, left, and Administrator Beatrice Burrell are pictured with Director Pospisil. “Mr. Pospisil made these bingo card racks for our people here in the facility, and we are overjoyed!” Tara says. “Our people love their bingo games!”

Dylan Bowden is ready to enjoy his chocolate chip birthday cake after Lodge 180, Burleson’s April 3, 2018, meeting and dinner held at El Fenix. Dylan is a delight in his enjoyment of chocolate!

—Submitted by Nancy Kelly, President Amos Electric Supply, Co. Auto Dentist Darrel Greens Auto Clinic, Inc. Don Ringler Chevrolet Farm Equipment Service, Inc. Garlyn Shelton Green’s Sausage House Jack Hilliard Distributing Co. Jesse and Linda Pospisil Jupe Feeds Kolache Kitchen McLane Intelligent Solutions Novosad Electric Perry Office Plus Ponders Auto & Fleet Service Ratibor Country Grill Raymond James Financial Services Robert Hobby RVOS Farm Mutual Insurance Sander’s Paint & Body, Inc. Secrest Law Firm, PLLC SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor SPJST Lodge 30, Taiton SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton SPJST Lodge 66, Waco SPJST Lodge 80, Holland SPJST Lodge 180, Burleson SPJST Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point SPJST Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club SPJST Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Club Temple Winnelson Co. Texas Polka News The Monkey Barrel Westphalia Market, Inc. United Systems and Software, Inc.

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SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall 10842 State Highway 53 • Temple, Texas 7 miles east of Temple in the community of Seaton

Registration opens at 8 a.m.

Registration closes at 10 a.m.

Judging - 10:30 a.m. • Awards - 2:30 p.m.

Many Awards and Special Awards!

First, second, and third places in 40 independently judged classes.

Other honors include: People’ss Choice • Several Celebrity Choices Club Participation • Distance • Best of Show Best Paint • Best Graphics • Best Interior • Best Engine

Door Prizes • 50/50 Drawing • Music/Entertainment Food • Silent Auction • Living History Demonstrations Farmers’ Market • Vendor Booths • Kids’ Zone • Family Fun!

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Other Chevrolet GM (not Chevrolet) Ford Mustang (1964-1978) Ford Mustang (1979-2004) Ford Mustang (2005-newer) Ford Thunderbird Other Ford Classic Mopars Modern Mopars (2006-newer) Pontiac El Camino Foreign/Exotics Imports/Compacts

AA. Chevy Truck BB. Ford Truck CC. Dodge Truck DD. 4 x 4 EE. Truck (2000-newer) FF. Open Class - Cars GG. Open Class - Trucks HH. Special Interest (race cars, police, etc.)

II. Motorcycles JJ. Trikes/Slingshots KK. Tractors LL. Under Construction MM. Unrestored (vehicles 25 years and older) NN. Youth (ages 21 and under - youth must be present)

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Name_________________________________________ Class______________ T-Shirt: S M L XL 2X 3X Address_____________________________________ City__________________ State______ Zip____________ Email Address ____________________________________________ Phone (_____) ______________________ Year_________ Make of Car___________________ Model___________________ Color__________________ Club Affiliation_____________________________________ Club Location_____________________________ Ì SPJST Member - Lodge No. ______ Extra T-Shirts: ____ @ $15 ea. Size(s): S M L XL 2X 3X In consideration of the acceptance of the right to participate, registrants and accompanying persons, by execution of this form, release and discharge SPJST, SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton, SPJST Foundation, Czech Heritage Museum, Camp Kubena, SPJST Education and Nature Center, and affiliates including officers, directors, members, agents, representatives, and anyone else connected with management or presentation of this event of and from any and all known or unknown damages, injuries, losses, judgments, and/or claims from any causes whatsoever that may be suffered by any registrant, or his accompanying person or persons, to his/her person or property.

Tee-shirts/goodie bags to first 150 entries. Vehicles judged on interior, exterior, engine, and wheels/tires.

Early Registration received by April 30 — $25 • After April 30 and Day of Show — $30 • SPJST Members Receive $5 Discount

Enter and pay online at www.spjst.org. Or, mail form and payment to: SPJST Car Show • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, TX 76503 Questions? Call David (254) 534-0809 or Melanie (254) 534-0807 or email melaniez@spjst.com • Visit www.spjstcarshow.org

Car Show Rules No outside food/drinks.

No weapons.

Pets must be on a leash.

No loud music or engine revving.

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In Memory of Otis Beck

Mass of Christian Burial for Otis Beck, age 82, of Little River-Academy, Texas, were held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Temple.

Burial was in Greathouse Cemetery.

Mr. Beck died Saturday, March 31 in a Temple hospital.

Otis Beck Mr. Beck was born January 28, 1936, in Oenaville to Henry Beck and Irene Witcher Beck. He graduated from Temple High School.

He married Jackie Burnett June 24, 1967. She preceded him in death on November 7, 2008.

He moved to Little River-Academy from Temple about 50 years ago. He worked for Temple Tag Company for many years.

Otis was a member of SPJST Lodge 177, Academy where he was a charter member and was serving as president at the time of his passing. He was also member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus. He served on the Little River-Academy City Council, Bell County Sportsman Club, and RVOS. He played with several area bands - Otis Beck and the Melody Five, Otis Beck and The Best Yet, and with Slim Haisler and Jerry Haisler.

Survivors include sons Rick Beck and wife Marcie of Moffat, Terrell Beck and wife Sherry of Morgan’s Point, and Kevin Beck of Temple; daughters Deborah Dunning and husband Anthony of Temple and Shelly Fowler and husband Dennis of Morgan’s Point; sister Nell Thomas of Killeen; 12 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to SPJST Scholarship Fund.

Visitation was held 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 3 with a rosary at 7 p.m. at Scanio-Harper Funeral Home in Temple.

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In Memory of Marvin Beckendorf

Marvin August Beckendorf, son of August Alphons Beckendorf and Selma Hulda Kobs Beckendorf, was born October 14, 1923, in Addicks, Texas.

Marvin was baptized by his grandfather Reverend Fritz Beckendorf on December 23, 1923, in Addicks Methodist Church.

Marvin was conMarvin Beckendorf firmed by Reverend W.A. Menking on April 17, 1938, and joined the church at the same time.

Marvin married Vada Lyons on September 26, 1947, in Addicks Methodist Church by Reverend W.A. Menking.

Marvin and Vada joined Rose Hill Methodist Church on September 28, 1947, by transfer from Addicks Methodist Church. Reverend W.A. Craven was minister and waited until October 1947 to take the entire Beckendorf family in as members of the church.

Son Donald Wayne Beckendorf was born to Marvin and Vada on June 27, 1949.

Marvin was active in church work.

He worked in the Epworth League and was Sunday School Superintendent for a number of years at Addicks Methodist Church and Sunday School Teacher at Rose Hill Methodist Church for a number of years, served on the official board and board of trustees at Rose Hill, and was a member of the Texas German Society.

Marvin was a charter member of Rose Hill Volunteer Fire Department and served as captain. He was secretary for 13 years. He, Vada, and Donald were in charge of serving for the annual barbecue for years.

Marvin worked in Farm Bureau and served as vice president and member of the Harris County Board of Directors.

He also served on the State Board.

Marvin served as Vice President of the Rose Hill Cemetery Association for 69-plus years. He was also a member of the Tomball Masonic Lodge for 65 years.

Marvin was a member of SPJST Lodge 196, Houston-West.

Marvin loved the outdoors. He always enjoyed planting hay grazer in the

spring for grazing and making hay. In the fall, he planted oats and rye grass for grazing. He enjoyed the dairy and later range cows. Every night, he would look to see where the moon was.

He enjoyed Donald, DeAnn, and the grandchildren and loved going on vacations and doing everything with them.

He enjoyed all his friends and relatives, meals together, 42 and 88 games, and just visiting.

Marvin was preceded in death by his parents August and Selma Beckendorf; brothers Elmer and Harvey Beckendorf; and son Donald Wayne Beckendorf.

Marvin is survived by his wife of 70 years and five months Vada Beckendorf; daughter-in-law DeAnn Beckendorf; grandchildren Jason Beckendorf and wife Becky, Dana Farrell and husband Scott, Jeannie Parker and husband Justin, Daniel Beckendorf and fiancé Nicole; great-grandchildren Bailee Beckendorf, Paetyn Beckendorf, Tynlee Beckendorf, Samuel Farrell, and Liam Parker; brother Arlie Beckendorf and wife Nancy; and sister-in-law Dorothy Beckendorf.

A time of visitation was held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, February 21 at Klein Funeral Home in Tomball. Funeral service was held at 10 a.m. Thursday, February 22 at Rose Hill United Methodist Church. Burial followed at Seidel Rose Hill Cemetery.

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Expression of Sympathy

We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 17, Novy Tabor, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest sympathies to the family of our departed lodge brother, ROGER GENE GOLD. Roger was born June 28, 1950, in Cameron, Texas.

He passed away on January 19, 2018, at the age of 67 in a Houston, Texas, hospital.

He lived in Texarkana, Arkansas, and was a farmer and rancher.

Roger Gold Roger was a member of SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor.

He is survived by his wife of 44 years Maggie Gold of Texarkana, Arkansas; son and daughter-in-law Roger, Jr. and Margaret Gold of Texarkana; daughter and son-in-law Jennifer and Justin Snow

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of Texarkana; brother Henry Gold of Granbury; and grandchildren Madelyn and Kathryn Snow and Abigail and Molly Gold; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral service was held on Monday, January 22 at East Memorial ChapelDowntown. Burial followed in Calvary Cemetery.

May our departed brother rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee Susan Skrabanek Betty Suehs —SPJST—

Expression of Sympathy

We, the Resolution Committee of Lodge 17, Novy Tabor, on behalf of our entire membership, wish to express our deepest sympathies to the family of our departed lodge brother, HUBERT ALBERT HAISLER. Brother Haisler, age 86, was called home to his Lord on Saturday, March 10, 2018. Memorial service was held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 15 in the Phillips and Luckey Funeral Home. Reverend Joseph J. Polasek presided over the service.

The family asks that you make donations to your fa- Hubert Haisler vorite church or charity in his memory.

Hubert Haisler was born in the Providence Community to his parents Henry and Mary (Mynar) Haisler on August 26, 1931. He was a high school graduate and worked up to owning his own fertilizer and lime distribution company.

Hubert married the love of his life Joyce A. Hlavaty on May 29, 1960. He enjoyed tending to his roses and vegetables in his garden and spending time outdoors. Hubert was a member of SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor and Caldwell Brethren Church.

He was preceded in death by parents Henry and Mary Haisler; sisters Martha Ginzel and Rose Rek; and brothers Anton Haisler and Henry Haisler.

He is survived by loving wife of 57 years Joyce Haisler; sister Lillie Haisler; brother-in-law Edwin Hlavaty; and sister-in-law Irene Marek.

May our departed lodge brother rest in eternal peace.

Resolution Committee, Betty Suehs Susan Skrabanek —SPJST—

Wednesday, April 11, 2018

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SPJST Youth Section

The deadline for all Věstník items is 12 noon the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to:

SPJST camp chaperones must attend one of the scheduled training classes. We need at least five attendees registered in order to hold the training class in your area. There will not be any other times scheduled after April.

Chaperones, please go to the SPJST webpage and at the top of the page under “Programs,” click on “Camp Registration.” Under “Camp Chaperone Training,” you will see the link where you can click to sign up for a training session.

You can also use the weblink below to go directly to Sign Up Genius to preregister for the training as well: http://www.SignUpGenius.com/go/30E0 945AEA62CA7FC1-camp Camp chaperone training dates, locations, and instructors are: Saturday, April 14 SPJST Home Office at 10 a.m.

520 North Main Street, Temple Lynette Talasek

Youth Leaders earn incentives for increasing youth club membership

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

Email: vestnik@spjst.org Questions?

Call 800-727-7578

This section is dedicated to the youth of SPJST. As part of its membership benefits, SPJST offers a statewide youth program.

If you or someone you know is interested in learning about opportunities offered to young members of SPJST, please contact your local lodge, District Youth Counselor, State Fraternal Director at 800-727-7578, or visit www.spjst.org.

SPJST Summer Camp chaperone training continues

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Saturday, April 14 Lodge 107, Floresville at 10 a.m.

1156 FM 1303, Floresville Frank Horak Sunday, April 15 Camp Kubena at 3 p.m.

2001 Waldeck Road, Ledbetter Jeb Lapeyrolerie/Whitten Shapp

Sunday, April 22 Camp Kubena at 2 p.m.

2001 Waldeck Road, Ledbetter Jeb Lapeyrolerie/Whitten Shappell Saturday, April 28 SPJST Home Office at 10 a.m.

520 North Main Street, Temple Frank Horak

Sunday, April 29 Lodge 88, Houston at 10 a.m.

1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston Frank Horak/Whitten Shappell Fraternally, Frank Horak State Fraternal Director —SPJST—

Congratulations to these youth leaders who earned the 2017 Youth Leader Incentive! Their respective youth club increased its average attendance for the year by at least five members. They are, left to right, Catherine Manchack of Lodge 142, Houston; Connie Horak of Lodge 80, Holland; Holly Narro of Lodge 17, New Tabor; Amber Bartek of Lodge 47, Seaton; and Theresa Haag of Lodge 185, New Braunfels.They were recognized at the Youth Leaders Retreat held Saturday, March 24, 2018, at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall.

Lodge 49, Rowena youth members share fun activities

Easter party We are having an Easter party at our grandparents’ house, and I am getting to see our cousins.

Olivia Schwertner, age 14 •••

Dodgeball I played dodgeball for fun. I loved playing with my cousins. I got to hit an out.

Brody Schwertner, age 10 •••

Fun Easter This Easter has been really fun. We first went to our tank and had a lot of fun there. And today, I hope we have the most fun party.

Tanner Wood, age 13 •••

Softball team I am on the softball team. My team name is something I forgot. We won against Winters, but lost against Legacy.

The people on my team are Baylee, Jamie, Taylor, Sindy, Cassidy, Beth, Isabel, and me. They are really nice.

Bella Schwertner, age 8 •••

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Basketball I finished basketball and now, I’m waiting for basketball to start up again.

Tracy Schwertner, age 12 •••

Kickball Today, we are going to be playing kickball. I like that game. It is going to be adults against kids.

Hunter Wood, age 12 •••

Baseball I started practicing baseball. All my friends are on my team. We will win. It is fun.

Cotton Wood, age 7 •••

Cousin time I played baseball with my cousins. I will play dodgeball with my cousins.

Colt Schwertner, age 11 •••

Unicorn cheesecake This weekend, my cousin Tracy got to stay the night at my house. We made unicorn cheesecake. We get to Easter egg hunt at my Nanny’s house. We will also play dodgeball with each other.

Grace Schwertner, age 12 •••

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Lodge 185, New Braunfels youth: pinata play at the park Lodge 185, New Braunfels youth: “Mom, I want a baby goat!”

Easter egg hunting with cousins I am fixing to Easter egg hunt with my cousins. It is going to be fun.

Liam Schwertner, age 5 Visitor •••

Learning fractions In school, I am learning fractions.

Luke Schwertner, age 8 Visitor —SPJST—

Dear Readers, We took Easter pictures, and they had baby goats and bunnies. I told my mom I want a baby goat! Happy Easter!

Skeet Kitchen, age 7 —SPJST—

Dear Readers, We went to a friend’s birthday party at Landa Park on Sunday. It was so much fun to play on the playground and try to hit the pinata.

Madeline Kitchen, age 8 —SPJST—

Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club shares Easter Party Scenes Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club members and friends enjoyed the annual Easter party event on Saturday, March 24, 2018.

The fun began on Friday, March 23 with Easter basket decorating and dying 600 eggs.

Dear SPJST, I want to share our Easter party event hosted by Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club. It started on Friday, March 23, 2018, with the youth members making a decorated Easter basket. We also had fun dying 600 eggs.

The party on Saturday was a blast with lots of great food, egg hunt, great prizes, and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Thank you to the Easter Bunny for taking time out of your busy schedule and hopping by our party.

Thank you also to Mrs. Barbara and all the wonderful helpers for making this a fun party.

If you missed out, join us next year on Saturday of Palm Sunday weekend.

I’m looking forward to see everyone’s painted rock at the District Five Spring Meeting on Sunday, April 8.

See you soon!

Megan Pflughaupt, age 8 —SPJST—

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Lodge 80, Holland Youth Club hosts Community Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, March 17, 2018 • Lodge 80, Holland Hall • Submitted by Connie Horak, Youth Leader

Lodge 80, Holland Youth Club held its annual community Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 17, 2018.

An excited group of kids got to hunt eggs, have their photos taken with the Easter Bunny, enjoy refreshments, and try their luck at winning a door prize!

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Youth Leaders Meet at Lodge 47, Seaton for Annual Retreat Saturday, March 24, 2018 • SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall in Seaton, Texas

Youth Leaders, Assistants Devote Years of Service to SPJST Youth Program

District One

District Two

Youth leaders and assistants were acknowledged for their years of service and efforts. LEFT PHOTO: District One Youth Leaders. Left to right, Holly Narro (17), Sharon Russell (13), Hannah Kovar (9), and Carol Coker (186). PHOTO 2: District Two Youth Leaders. Front, left to right, Amber Bartek (47), Patsy Koslovsky (47), and Michelle Newsom (48). Back: Jason Beckendorf (182), Becky Beckendorf (182), Kelly Taisler (80),

District Five

District Six

LEFT PHOTO: District Five Youth Leaders. Left to right, Jack Manchack (142), Catherine Manchack (142), Bradley Stavinoha (81), Madalyn Gadway (81), Brenda Moyle (162), and Gerri Frank (162). PHOTO 2: District Six Youth Leaders. Left to right,Cathy Garcia (40), Susan Siptak (4), and Lisa Bubela (30). PHOTO 3: District Seven Youth Leaders. Left to right,

District Three

District Four

Connie Horak (80), Chelsea Bilbrey (47), and Emilie Tischler (20).

PHOTO 3: District Three Youth Leaders. Front, left to right, Peggy Dobecka (6), Kay Weeks (183), and Rita Holland (25). Back: Debra Daniel (183), CarrieAnn Jones (154), Vicki Sims (84), and Jennifer Dvorak (25).

RIGHT PHOTO: District Four Youth Leaders. Left to right, Pam Lehmann (215), Laura Pospichal (49), Becky Wood (49), and Ryan Jansa (160).

District Seven

Regina House (202), Sandra Hoggard (202), April Howard (185), Sharon McDonald (185), Theresa Haag (185), and Lian Pruski (107). RIGHT PHOTO: Happy Birthday, Lisa! District Six Youth Counselor/Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Leader Lisa Bubela celebrated her birthday at the retreat, and everyone enjoyed a slice of cake.

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Youth Leaders: Thank You for Your Dedication to the SPJST Youth Program!

District One Lodge 9, Snook Youth Leader Loree Lewis - 3 years Assistant Youth Leader Laura Sebesta - 2 years Assistant District Youth Counselor Hannah Kovar - 1 year Lodge 13, Dime Box District Youth Counselor Sharon Russell - 20 years Youth Leader Julie Schneider - New Assistant Youth Leader Sherry Lehmann - New

Lodge 17, New Tabor Assistant DYC/Youth Leader Holly Narro - 27 years Assistant Youth Leaders Susan Skrabanek - 41 years Mabrey Dowell - 10 years

Lodge 186, Caldwell Youth Leader Yolanda Brinkman - 16 years Assistant Youth Leader Carol Coker - 16 years

District Two Lodge 20, Granger Youth Leader Emilie Tischler - 30 years Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Leader Kim Campbell - 12 years Lodge 29, Taylor Assistant DYC/Youth Leader Cristy Girod - 10 years

Lodge 47, Seaton District Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky - 35 years Assistant DYC/Youth Leader Amber Bartek - 5 years Assistant Youth Leaders Sharla Pechal - 4 years Chelsea Bilbrey - 2 years

Lodge 48, Beyersville Youth Leader Michelle Newsom - 4 years

Lodge 80, Holland Youth Leader Connie Horak - 6 years Assistant Youth Leader Kelly Taisler - New

Lodge 182, Falls County Youth Leader Becky Beckendorf - 10 years Assistant Youth Leader Jason Beckendorf - 12 years Lodge 187, Round Rock Youth Leader Jennifer McCarthy - 8 years District Three Lodge 6, Cottonwood Youth Leader Peggy Dobecka - 31 years Lodge 25, Ennis Youth Leader Rita Holland - 15 years Assistants Youth Leaders Betty Macalik - 11 years Jennifer Dvorak - 8 years Margaret Krajca - 9 years Lodge 84, Dallas Youth Leader Lynda Novak - 36 years Assistant Youth Leaders Kelly Tucker - 8 years Vicki Sims - 32 years Anne Cowan - 9 years

Lodge 92, Fort Worth Youth Leader Jolie Mozingo - 2 years

Lodge 154, Fort Worth Co-Youth Leader Lesli Milan - 7 years Assistant DYC/Co-Youth Leader CarrieAnn Jones - 7 years

Lodge 183, Arlington DYC/Assistant Youth Leader Kay G. Weeks - 16 years Youth Leader Debra Daniel - 13 years

District Four Lodge 49, Rowena Assistant DYC Laura Pospichal - 3 years Youth Leader Becky Wood - 3 years

Lodge 160, San Angelo Youth Leader Ryan Jansa - New Assistant Youth Leader Blake Wilde - New

Lodge 215, South Plains District Youth Counselor Pam Lehmann - 4 years Youth Leader Janeece Williams - 18 years Lodge 219, El Paso Youth Leader Aracely Quiz - 2 years

District Five Lodge 81, Needville Youth Leader Madalyn Gadway - 1 year Assistant Youth Leader Bradley Stavinoha - 4 years

Lodge 88, Houston DYC/Youth Leader Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 30 years Assistant DYC/ Assistant Youth Leader Michelle Wockenfuss - 13 years Lodge 142, Houston Youth Leader Catherine Manchack - 13 years Assistant Youth Leader JR Coleman - New Lodge 162, Iowa Colony Youth Leader Brenda Moyle - 14 years

District Six Lodge 4, Hallettsville Assistant DYC Susan Siptak - 15 years Lodge 30, Taiton DYC/Youth Leader Lisa Bubela - 24 years Assistant Youth Leader Kirby Lange - 3 years

Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Youth Leader Cathy Garcia - 6 years Assistant Youth Leader Felicia Garcia - New

Lodge 148, El Maton Youth Leader Melissa Zielonka - 9 years Assistant Youth Leader Christopher Zielonka - 12 years

District Seven Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Youth Leader Marcia Rew - 3 years Assistant Youth Leader Christina Rew - New Lodge 107, Floresville DYC/Youth Leader Lian Pruski - 2 years

Lodge 185, New Braunfels Youth Leader Theresa Haag - 31 years Assistant Youth Leaders Sharon McDonald - 8 years April Howard - 8 years Lodge 202, Jourdanton Assistant DYC/Youth Leader Regina House - 14 years Assistant Youth Leader Sandra Hoggard - 10 years —SPJST—

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BENEVOLENCE

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First/Third Tuesdays Tarok Lessons with Tarok Champion Jimmie Coufal—at Czech Heritage Museum, 119 West French Avenue, Temple, 7 p.m.: All skill levels; beginners always welcome! Free and open to everyone. For information, call 254-899-2935 or email czechheritagemuseum@gmail.com.

Second Sundays Czech Language Class—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road on US Highway 77, La Grange, 1 to 4 p.m. Fee is $10 per person per class. Call or email to verify classes. Pre-registration preferred. For information, call 888-785-4500; 979968-9399; or email info@czechtexas.org.

Saturday, April 14 Granger Tarok Tournament—at SSCM Recreation Center in Granger. Contact Willie Cervenka. 979-824-9330.

April 20 and 21 TCGS Genealogy Research Workshop— at Caldwell Civic and Visitors Center, 103 West

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Uředni orgán SPJST ★ Založené roku 1897

Reverend John R. Gantt, Jr., center, is recognized by TCGS member Nancy Machu and TOCA President Kevin Kana on Saturday, March 25 at TCHCC in La Grange.

Czech neighbors and friends.

After graduation from Dime Box High School, he moved to Houston to seek employment, and during that time he began to feel God’s call to the ministry. A friend, who was a seminary stu-

Czech Cultural Calendar

Wednesdays Taylor Czech Speaking Class meets every Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at S.P.J.S.T. Assisted Living, 505 East Lake Drive in Taylor. This is an informal class setting for learning to speak, write, and read Czech. For information, contact Instructor Lydia Kurtin 512-859-2543. Submitted

by Alice Bracewell, Lodge 48, Beyersville.

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TCGS honors Rev. John R. Gantt, Jr.

Texas Czech Genealogical Society was pleased to honor the Reverend John R. Gantt, Jr., one of its original founders, with the Texans of Czech Ancestry Award on Saturday, March 24, 2018, at TOCA’s annual banquet and awards ceremony held at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange, Texas. Reverend Gantt is most deserving of this prestigious award because of his many years of involvement in the Czech community and tireless work in everything TCGS has been involved in. Brother John is a member of SPJST Lodge 9, Snook.

John Rushing Gantt, Jr. was born in Dime Box, Lee County, Texas, and was, from very early in his life, immersed in the Czech culture of the Dime Box/Hranice area. Although not of Czech descent, his life was profoundly influenced by

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dent, persuaded John to consider that direction for his life. After graduation from Southern Methodist University in 1960, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in secondary education, he entered Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, earning the Bachelor of Divinity degree in 1963 and the Master of Divinity degree in 1973. Reverend Gantt was ordained into the ministry of the Unity of the Brethren on May 24, 1963, and has served Snook Brethren Church and Cooks Point Brethren Church, along with a number of supply pastorates. Presently, he is Pastor Emeritus of Hope Evangelical Free Church of College Station and Interim Pastor of Gospel Fellowship Church of Beaver Creek.

His interest and enjoyment of Czech culture led him to look diligently for a

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Highway 21, Caldwell, Texas 77836, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day: Search for ancestors, history, locations, and Cadastral maps of the Czech lands; have access to research books; internet help; TCGS website help; maps of Czech Republic; Czech dictionaries; Czech translations; get help with translations, reading old documents, dating old photos, and research ancestors in Czech Republic Archives. Attend one day or both days for one low price - $20. Lunch is on your own. Register before Friday, April 13.

For registration information, contact Carolyn Holub 214-577-0029. TCGS membership is not required to attend.

May 5 SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration—at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall.

Music by Jerry Haisler, Billy Havlik, and Friends; food; arts/crafts vendors; kids’ zone; much more.

For information, visit spjstcarshow.org; or call 254-773-1575.

May 19 SPJST Founders Day—at SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville. Turkey dinner served 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - plates are $10; Chris Rybak plays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; program at 2 p.m.; cornhole tournament starts at 3 p.m.; Round Top Brass Band plays 4 to 6 p.m.; Glen Collins and The Alibis plays from 7 to 11 p.m. - admission is $10. Huge prize raffle with 15 guns and 10 Visa cards. Benefits SPJST Lodge 1, Fayetteville. For information, call Sharon Fritsch at 979-966-3515 or Ronnie Pflughaupt at 979-249-6702.

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good Czech girl to marry. He was successful in meeting and marrying Mary Ann Kulhanek. Their immediate family consists of son Joseph, wife Amy, and grandsons Jonathan and Landon, who live in Oregon.

Brother John’s earliest interest in genealogy began in 1999 when he was asked to present two programs on “The History of the Czech-Moravian Brethren: From the Czech Lands to Texas” at a Czech Heritage Society conference in Bryan.

He was a member of the group of 10 who founded Texas Czech Genealogical Society in 2001. He was named chaplain at that meeting, and he continues to hold that position. His artistic abilities led to his designing the logo for TCGS, incorporating the Czech lion, the Texas star,

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and the genealogists’ quill pen and ink bottle.

When TCGS began work on its’ first series of books, Czech Family Histories, Volumes I and II, Brother John worked many long hours writing articles, advising, and editing. He continues to serve the society by writing articles and proofreading when called upon. He has been a loyal worker at our booth at the SPJST Car Show in Temple for many years and has volunteered at other events around the state, doing whatever needs to be done.

His extensive interest in the Czechs living in Lee County, Texas, led him to complete extensive research on the subject, compiled over a number of years, and resulting in his writing Lee County Czechs. After doing all the research and work on the book, he gladly turned his work over to TCGS for publication. The book was published in December 2010, and it won a third place award from Texas State Genealogical Society at its yearly convention.

When the Czech Veterans’ Wall of Honor and Military Museum were being constructed, Brother John was instrumental in designing the overall layout.

Felt colors, wording, lettering, and flag placement, along with selected large photos were his ideas. He spent tireless hours and drove countless miles securing the innumerable bolts of felt and letters needed to accomplish his vision, working tirelessly until the project was completed.

Brother John’s knowledge of Czech history and customs, his love of the culture, and his continuous support of Texas Czechs and their communities, has contributed immensely to the growth and success of Texas Czech Genealogical Society. It is therefore fitting that Reverend John Rushing Gantt, Jr. be named our 2018 recipient of the Texans of Czech Ancestry Award.

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Taylor Czech Chorus announces scholarship

Ten years ago, Taylor Czech Chorus proudly established a $500 scholarship that is awarded to a graduating senior of Czech descent. The selected recipient will have the scholarship paid to the accredited college or university of their choice.

Scholarship Requirements 1) Graduating senior in the 2017-18 school year.

2) Have a minimum high school GPA equivalence of 3.0 on a 4 point scale.

3) Provide documentation of Czech heritage.

4) Include a 300- to 400-word essay, typed, double-spaced, defining why you feel you should be selected for this scholarship, how your Czech heritage has influenced you, and what your heritage means to you.

5) The recipient must live no farther than 25 miles from Taylor, Texas (exception: a relative of a Taylor Czech Chorus member).

Texas Czech Genealogical Society Website: txczgs.org

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

For membership: Merlene Bravenec 254-778-7285

6) Recipient must be willing to attend a meeting of The Taylor Czech Chorus in Taylor, Texas, to receive the award.

7) Submit a completed application and all necessary documentation by Friday, April 20, 2018. Late applications will not be considered.

Applications are available at local high school offices, can be downloaded from The Taylor Czech Chorus Facebook page, or by contacting Betty Zimmerhanzel at 512-352-8363.

Monica Stojaník, Reporter Taylor Czech Chorus —SPJST—

Wednesday, April 11, 2018

TWCCHS invites all to play Czech bingo

Have you ever played Czech bingo? At the next regular Travis-Williamson Counties Czech Heritage Society meeting on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, Eileen Rosipal will introduce us to playing bingo in Czech. It should be lots of fun with fabulous prizes for the winners. Bone up on your Czech while enjoying a game of bingo.The meeting will be held at the Pflugerville Recreation Center, 400 Immanuel Road in Pflugerville, beginning at 7 p.m. After a short meeting and refreshments, the games will begin. Visitors are always welcome.

For further information, contact Julia Johnson at 512-836-1726.

Janie Zbranek, Reporter —SPJST—

Rowena Annual Farm Consignment Sale Saturday, April 14 at 10 a.m.

SPJST Lodge 49, Rowena Hall Grounds - 706 FM 2133 in Rowena Consignments are being taken now.

Call Billy Rollwitz 325-442-3038 - shop 325-277-5362 - cell • 325-442-3141 - home

Auctioneer: Granvil Burrow Lic. 12636 • 325-214-2664

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SPJST Fraternal Activities and Entertainment

Post your lodge’s upcoming SPJST fraternal activities and entertainment dates and information here. These listings are free. The deadline for submitting information for the Fraternal Activities and Entertainment Guide is Wednesday at 12 noon, unless otherwise posted. Send updates directly to: VĚSTNÍK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX to: 254-773-8087. Email to: vestnik@spjst.org. Advertising rates are $2 per column inch for lodge ads; $4 per column inch for non-profit organization ads; and $6 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at 800-727-7578 or email vestnik@spjst.org.

LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Directions: Lodge building is located on Hwy 159 East, 3 blocks from the town square. Hall Rental Information: (979) 966-3795. Lodge Meetings: First Monday of even-numbered months - February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the hall. Potluck served after meeting. Youth Club Meetings: First Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, contact Youth Leader Ronnie Pflughaupt 979-249-6702; or email rpflughaupt@hotmail.com.

LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Attention: Remaining meetings for 2018 will be held Sunday, April 15; Sunday, August 19; Sunday, December 9 (and as needed), at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville.

Lodge Meetings: The lodge meets every other month (location/time TBA), 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) Bridge Update: The bridge on the way to the hall is complete. Spread the good news!

Sunday, April 15—RVOS 46 Planning Meeting Friday, April 20—Social Saturday, April 21—Rural school reunion Saturday, April 28—Knapek reunion

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: 254-799-8550; 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 February, April, June, August, October, and November, 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 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: 979884-1451. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 15, BUCKHOLTS (2) Lodge Hall: 600 State Hwy 190/Hwy 36, Buckholts (historic hexagon-shaped building with a stone entrance. Directions: Hall is located on Hwy 36, east of Buckholts, 1/4 mile east of downtown Buckholts. Hall Rental Information: 254-217-2863. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 4 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 Hwy 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles and turn left on CR 225. Go 1 mile, veering to the right. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 979-272-3440. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Sunday, April 15—Glen Collins Sunday, May 6—Lost Cause Band Sunday, May 20—Czech Melody Masters

Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rentals/Band Bookings: David Meyer 512-217-0162. Hall phone: 512-285-3100.

Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Lodge Meetings: Youth club meetings are held with the adult meetings, which are 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 Davila, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Brenna Bohac 512-859-2584. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Located 12 miles south of Schulenburg, in Moravia. Directions: From Hwy 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West for 4 miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North; go 1 mile. Hall is on the right. Lodge Meetings: Tuesday after the second Sunday in March, June, and September, 7:30 p.m.; and the first Sunday of December, 3 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Saturday, April 14—Troy Athletic Boosters Saturday, April 21—Marak Knights of Columbus

Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Burlington. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit Hwy 53 at blinking light to FM 485; go 1 mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Mark or Brenda Maddux 254-9850002. 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) Sunday, April 8—Youth meeting, and “After” Easter Egg hunt Thursday, April 12—Lodge supper, meeting, social Saturday, April 14—Private rental, retirement party Saturday, April 21—Rummage sale Wednesday, April 25—Monthly birthday potluck supper

Lodge Hall: 1901 East Hwy 34, Ennis. Hall Rental Information: 972-875-8381. Mail: PO Box 129, Ennis, Texas 75120. Email: SPJSTennis@yahoo.com. Game Room: Open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the lodge dining room with supper at 6:30 p.m. followed by a complimentary social in the game room. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m.

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

LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) Attention: Beginning January 2018, Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club will hold its meetings on the third Monday of each month at 7:15 p.m. at the lodge hall. For information, call Youth Leader Cristy Girod 512-4681347.

• All Wednesday, Friday night dances - free admission • Old-fashioned hamburgers served Fridays, 6 to 9 p.m.

Wednesday, April 11—SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor monthly meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. Covered dish meal following the meeting.

Friday, April 13—Second Hand Rose Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Monday, April 16—SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor Youth Club monthly meeting at 7 p.m at Taylor SPJST Hall.

Wednesday, April 18—Taylor Made Band, 7 to 10 p.m.

Guest musician is Fritz Hodde.

Friday, April 20—Texas Neon Ramblers, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Friday, April 27—Old Friends Band, 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 large, 2-story 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: Beginning January 2018, youth club meetings will be held on the third Monday of each month at 7:15 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Youth Leader Cristy Girod 512-468-1347. Music: First and third Wednesday each month, live music, 7 to 10 p.m.; Friday night dance, 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) Attention: Beginning in 2018, lodge meetings will be held quarterly - on the second Thursdays: February 8; May 10; August 9; November 8 at Victoria Mall Meeting Room, at 6:30 p.m.

Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of February, May, August, and November at Victoria Mall Meeting Room, at 6:30 p.m.

LODGE 35, ELK (3) Saturday, April 14—Huser Brothers Saturday, April 28—Gordon Collier Band Saturday, May 12—Lost Heart Highway

Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From Interstate 35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy 84 East through Bellmead; go approximately 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Take the Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road; go approximately 1 mile; the road will dead end. Turn right at the dead end; go approximately 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Gene Pavelka 254-749-3326; Hall Phone: 254-863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Sales 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; turn left. Go 1.1 mile and turn left on Magnolia.

Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. Hall (white building) is at the bend of the road. Lodge Meetings: 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; or FAC Ronnie Roesler 979-406-0158.

LODGE 40, EL CAMPO-HILLJE (6) Lodge Hall: 30420 Loop 524 US Hwy 59, Hillje. Directions: Hall is just off US 59 in Hillje. Hall Rental Information: Cathy Garcia 979-332-1614; Hall Phone: 979-648-2317. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: 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, 6 p.m. at Six Mile Presbyterian Church, Royal Road, Port Lavaca. For information, call lodge Secretary Mary Sitka 361-552-5170; or email danmarysitka@yahoo.com.

LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy 53, Temple. Directions: Seaton Star Hall is 7 miles east of Temple on Hwy 53 (Adams Avenue). Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Edwin Pechal 254-721-2887; 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 and go about 0.8 mile. Turn right on FM 619; continue on FM 619 for approximately 4 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 512-739-9324. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at the hall except May, June, July and August the meetings will be held on the second Monday of each of these months at 6:30 p.m. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 49, ROWENA (4) Lodge Hall: 706 FM 2133, Rowena. Hall Rental Information: 325-262-3377 - Butch Wood. Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. at the 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, and the second Friday in September, 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 Lodge Secretary Ann Moseley 361-594-8429.

LODGE 66, WACO (3) Lodge Meetings: Date, time, location TBA in the lodge’s monthly meeting minutes that appear in the Věstník. For information, call 254-799-4247.

LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG (1) Lodge Meetings: Third or fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December (Christmas) at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant in Schulenburg, 2 p.m. To confirm meeting date/s, call Ernest Kutac 979561-7190.

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

- unless otherwise noted. For meeting location, call Alice Orsak 940-889-2391.

LODGE 76, WICHITA FALLS (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday in March, June, September, and December, 1 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls. For information, contact Diana Ibarra 940-224-7383.

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

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

LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Note: Meetings are held bi-monthlty. Watch the Věstník for dates/times of lodge and board meetings.

Lodge Hall: 12141 East FM 2268, Holland. Directions: On Hwy 95, south of Holland, turn east on FM 2268. Go 1/2 mile to hall, which is on the right. Hall Phone: 254657-2485. Lodge Meetings: Held bimonthly. Youth Club Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Youth Leader Connie Horak’s home; call 254541-9165 for address. Board of Directors’ Meetings: Watch the Věstník for dates/times. Bingo: Every Thursday, 7 p.m.

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LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Hwy 36, Needville. Directions: Hall is located at the corner of Hwy 36 and FM 361, 1 mile from the traffic light in Needville. Hall Manager/Bookings: Dan Natho 979-618-1426. Hall Phone: 361-7934742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Madeline Gadway 979-900-9566; or madeline.gadway@gmail.com.

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LODGE 84, DALLAS (3) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m.

Meeting location will be posted in the Věstník. Youth Club Meetings: Held one hour before the adult lodge meeting - unless otherwise noted. Contact Youth Leader Lynda Novak 972-948-4456.

LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north onto 50th Street; go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Lodge Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Hwy 290—Take Mangum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall Rental Information: 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. 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 91, SAN JACINTO (5) Lodge Meetings: quarterly meetings - TBA in the Věstník. For information, contact Lodge Secretary Vonda Smesny 832-694-8762.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Friday, April 13—Tanglefoot ballroom dance, 8 to 11 p.m. Admission $10 for members; $17 for non-members.

Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road, Fort Worth 76114. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-30 West to the Henderson exit. Take Henderson North; it becomes Jacksboro Hwy (TX 199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cut Off, which is a right off of Jacksboro Hwy. Hall - also known as National Hall - is on the right about 2 or 3 blocks down the road. Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner. Hall Event/Rental Information: Call National Hall Events Manager Jon Durham 817624-1361. Visit Lodge 92 website www.nationalhallfortworth.com. 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.

LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: For 2018, meetings will be held the third Thursday in March, June, and September: Dates are March 15, June 21, and September 20. For time, and location, call Secretary Judy Bellanger 361-5762935.

LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West for 3 miles to FM 1303; turn right and go 2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 830-393-7796. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall.

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

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

LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Sunday, July 15—Lodge 133 quarterly meeting, 2 p.m.

Sunday, October 21—Lodge 133 Thanksgiving luncheon/quarterly meeting, 12:30 p.m.

Sunday, December 9—Lodge 133 Christmas luncheon/quarterly meeting, 12:30 p.m.

Lodge Meetings: 2018 quarterly meetings are held in March, July, October, and December at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio. For information, contact President Jarolyn Popp 830-964-5135.

LODGE 135, ENNIS (3) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of January, April, July, and October, 7 p.m. at Sokol hall, 2622 East Hwy 34, Ennis. Directions: From IH-35 East at Waxahachie, take Hwy 287 East exit. Stay Hwy 287 on until you come to Ennis. Go straight through downtown Ennis and under the overpass at IH-45. Then go approximately 1 3/4 miles on Hwy 34. Sokol Hall is on the left.

LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: 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 979922-1553.

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) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month except in December which is the second Sunday at 2 p.m. - unless otherwise noted; meal served at 1 p.m. Meetings are held at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights) in the annex building - unless otherwise noted. For information, contact Lodge142 President Keith Kieschnick 832-627-2842; or Secretary Elizabeth Hermis 281-787-8717. Youth Club Meetings: Held the same date, time, and location as the adult lodge meetings - unless otherwise noted. For information, call Youth Leader Catherine Manchack 832443-0469.

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

LODGE 151, WHARTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Wharton Depot Museum, 100 South Sunset Street, Wharton. For information, call 979-532-5884.

LODGE 154, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-20 West exit. Stay on IH-20 West until you come to 820; stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Hwy and Azle Street exit. Take Azle Street exit; go to the traffic light. Turn left at the traffic light. Go to the second traffic light then turn right onto Boat Club Road. Go approx. 2 1/2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall 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. For meeting time/location, call Secretary Ginny Prasatik 512-472-1721.

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

LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Wednesday of February, May, and August. The November meeting is held the third Sunday. Watch the Věstník for meeting time/location. For information, contact President Sandra Jansa 325-651-8045 or sandra.jansa@hotmail.com.

LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY (5) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony.

LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday in February, April, June, August, October, 6:30 p.m. at Texas Seafood and Steakhouse, 2209 South Market Street, Brenham. (December meeting/social information will be announced at a later date.) Lodge Information: Call Stephen Bliznak 979-251-4150; or Lenora Bliznak 979-277-8845.

LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Note: Lodge 172 has closed its doors, and the building has gone up for sale. Until further notice, we only open the doors for our monthly lodge meetings, held the fourth Sunday of each month, 2 p.m.

For information, contact Jo 713-628-3007. Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Hall Phone: 713487-3297. Regular Lodge/Covered Dish Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, meal, 1 p.m. followed by meeting, 2 p.m. with the exception of November and December, as noted.

LODGE 177, ACADEMY (2) Attention: Beginning in 2018, lodge meetings will be held the second Wednesday of every other month.

Meetings will be in February, April, June, August, October, and December at 5:30 p.m.

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 every other month at the hall. Board of Trustees meet at 5 p.m.; lodge meeting follows at 5:30 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. Location will be announced in the Vestnik prior to the meeting each month. For information, contact Ricky Weyand 979-966-7138.

LODGE 180, BURLESON (3) Lodge Meetings: First Tuesday of each month at the Burleson Police Department Building - Community Room, 1161 S. W. Wilshire, Burleson, 6:15 p.m. For information, call 817-905-2097 or 972-268-0022.

LODGE 181, CONROE (5) Lodge Meetings: Lodge meeting location/time will be announced in the Věstník. For further information, contact President Barbara Williams-Rash 936-295-7778; email b.d.willrash@att.net; Vice President Chuck Toney 281-362-9062; email cdtiii@toney.us; or Treasurer Patsy McClelland 936-788-5714; 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.

Stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street.

Turn right on Mayfield; go down and turn left on Pleasant Valley Lane. Hall Rental Information: Hall Phone: 817465-8538; 214-876-9029. Lodge Meetings and Family Night: Third Sunday of each month at 4 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 for 4 miles. Hall is located on the right. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 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, and location.

LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy 36, Caldwell. Directions: Hall is just off Hwy 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: 979-567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall.

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.

Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. There will be a 7-11 store on the right. Turn right and proceed past Hopewell School.

Continue through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. From Temple, take IH-35 South. Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign. Take left on University Boulevard. The third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right will be Luther Peterson Boulevard. Hall Rental Information: 512-255-1554; 512-771-4948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, beginning at 2 p.m. at the hall, followed by entertainment and potluck meal.

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

LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information/Dance Reservations: George Scogin 936875-2867. Lodge Meetings: Monday night before the third Friday night of the month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Regular Dances: Third Friday night of each month, 7 to 10 p.m. Please continue to bring finger foods for the snack table.

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LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Attention: April and May meeting dates for Lodge 196, Houston-West have been moved. Meetings will be Sunday, April 15 and Sunday, May 6. Potluck lunch begins at 1 p.m., and the meeting starts at 2 p.m. for both dates. Please make a note of these changes so that you do not miss out on the fun, food, and fellowship.

Sunday, April 15—Lodge meeting: Potluck lunch begins at 1 p.m.; meeting starts at 2 p.m.

Sunday, May 6—Lodge meeting: Potluck lunch begins at 1 p.m.; meeting starts at 2 p.m.

Lodge Hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Directions: Off Hwy 290 West at Skinner. Hall Phone: 281373-9482; email spjstlodge196@gmail.com. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month - potluck served at 1 p,mn,; meeting begins at 2 p.m. - unless otherwise noted. For information, call Cadance Wager 713515-2835. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Cadance Wager 713-515-2835.

LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY (2) Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at Taylor Hall, 100 4th Street, Eddy. For information, contact President Allen Trigg, Sr. 254-624-5152.

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 at 2 p.m.; except in September and December, meetings are held on the second Sunday at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday at 1:15 p.m. except in September and December, meetings are held on the second Sunday at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton.

LODGE 207, IOWA PARK (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, 6 p.m.

For meeting location, call Secretary Mary Hatter 940322-8503.

LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Saturday of January, March, May, July, and September, 6:30 p.m. at Tahoka Housing Authority (small room - 1400 Ave K). For any questions, call Secretary Pam Lehmann 806-535-8356. Youth Club Meetings: For location/time, contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams 806-990-3351.

LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: First Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. For meeting location/info, contact Nirma Bustamante at 915-726-4485.

LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November, 6 p.m. at Rosa’s Cafe and Tortilla Factory, 1026 North Judge Ely Boulevard, Abilene.

For information, contact Secretary Tammy Copeland 325-672-0577 or 325-721-5127.

LODGE 232, HOUSTON MIDTOWN (5) Lodge Meetings: Meetings are held the third Tuesday of every other month for January, March, May, July, September, and November, 6:30 pm. at Czech Cultural Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto, Houston. For information, contact Secretary Catherine Anderson 713726-1928.

LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT (2) Saturday, May 5—Meeting/Volunteer Day at SPJST Car Show at Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall

Lodge Meetings: Unless otherwise announced, second Tuesday of January, March, May, July, September, and November, 11:30 a.m. For meeting location, call President James L. Lee, III 254-289-6816; or Secretary Melanie Zavodny 254-534-0807.

LODGE 258, SEGUIN (7) Lodge Meetings: For meeting date, location, and time, contact President Chester Jenke 210-413-3053 or Treasurer Colleen Jenke 210-215-9494.

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